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UrgentGo Courier Expands Nationwide Delivery Access for South African SMEs and Online Sellers

JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – 24 August 2026 – UrgentGo Courier is strengthening its nationwide delivery offering to give South African small businesses, online sellers and frequent senders easier access to fast, trackable and…

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South Africa Celebrates Tourism Month - Capital Access Crucial for SMEs to Benefit From Sector Growth

As South Africa marks Tourism Month this September, the sector has real momentum. Between January and June 2026, the country welcomed 5,584,473 international tourists - a 12.3% increase on the same…

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Education Leaders Convene Virtually To Shape South Africa’s Digital Learning Future

Virtual presentation on the 28th of August 2026. Pretoria, South Africa A landmark gathering of education leaders, policymakers and industry experts to drive innovation, strengthen policy and shape the next chapter of digital learning…

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Caxton Cup drives 25,560 engagement actions and 16,065 predictions in 39-day FIFA World Cup campaign

Essentially a score predictor game, The Caxton Cup saw industry professionals taking on each other, and their agencies, as they tried to predict the exact score of upcoming games in the World Cup. It brought together themed gamification,…

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Sidssa 2026: Ramaphosa convenes investors, ministers and mayors to mobilise water, energy and transport funding for municipal infrastructure

Source: GCIS. President Cyril Ramaphosa. Under the theme “Shaping the future of municipal infrastructure”, the three-day event will focus on strengthening government’s capacity to deliver future-ready,…

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CannaBuben launches South African cannabis culture and entrepreneurship platform

South Africa’s cannabis sector is evolving quickly, but the public conversation around it remains fragmented between old stereotypes, commercial hype and a rapidly changing business landscape. Western Cape-based CannaBuben wants to help…

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Meet the women behind South African skincare brand Skin Functional — Shannon Dougall, Caitlin Piper and Natasha Davel

Skin Functional founder Shannon Dougall. Image supplied. Shannon Dougall — Starting a brand from scratch Shannon Dougall founded Skin Functional after a ten-year battle with severe hyperpigmentation that no amount of makeup…

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Insight Survey: South African nasal allergy market grows as combination, preservative-free and drug-free sprays gain traction

Recent developments are extending beyond conventional decongestant sprays to include combination therapies, preservative-free and saline-based products, and drug-free barrier technologies designed to reduce contact…

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222 Nights of Hope - Body20 Eases the Journey for Families Facing Childhood Cancer

Two-year partnership delivers more than R307,000 in support of children receiving cancer treatment across South Africa. JOHANNESBURG – For families grappling with the harsh realities of childhood cancer, the struggle extends far beyond the…

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From over 1,690 Little Ideas to Something Much Bigger - BIC Unveils Learner-Created Murals Across Gauteng

There is something special about seeing your own work displayed on a school wall. But when you are a primary school learner and the picture you coloured weeks earlier has become part of a huge permanent mural alongside…

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Shell opens applications for 2026 LiveWire enterprise development programme for South African entrepreneurs (closes 9 Sept 2026)

The programme is structured to support businesses at different stages of development, with tailored assistance for entrepreneurs starting out as well as established businesses already generating revenue. Support for…

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TikTok, Meta Face Growing Legal and Regulatory Crackdown Over Children’s Privacy and Safety

Social media companies are increasingly coming under fire for violations of children's privacy (Image source: © 123rf 123rf ) The Department had sued the company and its parent ByteDance over its compliance with the Children’s Online…

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MTN reports 21%+ rise in half-year adjusted HEPS to 793c, group service revenue up 17.5%

Delegates walk past the MTN logo at the Investing in African Mining Indaba 2024 conference in Cape Town, South Africa, on 7 February 2024. Reuters /Esa Alexander Africa's biggest telecom operator, which has more than 317 million customers…

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Birkenstock South Africa marks 50th anniversary of the Boston clog with '50 Ways Worn' campaign featuring 50 creatives

Masego Morgan for Birkenstock. (Image supplied) The once understated clog has found its way from everyday wardrobes into fashion, streetwear, art and culture, becoming one of those shoes that seems to work with almost…

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BOS Ice Tea’s BOS Studio invites Joburg to co-create public art in Rosebank, Aug 28–30

From 28 to 30 August, the BOS Studio will invite passers-by to step off the street and get involved, with paint, music and blank walls replacing the usual advertising fare. Rather than simply looking at an installation, visitors will be…

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TikTok, Meta Face Global Legal Scrutiny Over Alleged Violations of Children’s Privacy and Safety

Social media companies are increasingly coming under fire for violations of children's privacy (Image source: © 123rf 123rf ) The Department had sued the company and its parent ByteDance over its compliance with the Children’s Online…

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South African Industry Organisations Featured at the 17th Durban FilmMart

DURBAN, SOUTH AFRICA (24 August 2026) — The Durban FilmMart remains a significant gateway to the African and global film industry for film professionals. This year, the programme, which is designed with panel discussions, masterclasses,…

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SPAR KZN Schoolgirls’ Fast 5’s Netball Challenge Southern KZN Regional - Kokstad College - Saturday 22 August

Continuing their total domination in the region, Shayamoya Area Secondary School maintained their 100% record in the Southern KZN Regional on Saturday 22 August, the only team to have this honour in the SPAR KZN Schoolgirls’…

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Majara earns maiden SPAR race win in Pietermaritzburg

Dikeledi Majara's outstanding performance of 35:01 earned her the top spot in the Maritzburg SPAR Women’s 10km Challenge, held in perfect running conditions on Sunday 23 August, at the Pietermaritzburg Oval Cricket Stadium. The race saw a…

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Mashatu Opens Its Entire Camp Lineup to All Safari Guests

Choosing a safari need not mean settling for one template of the experience, and as the southern African winter winds down Mashatu Game Reserve is asking travellers to decide which version fits them best. Spread over 42,000 hectares of…

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How Kosher Certification Is Earned by SA Food Producers

Across August, MK Kosher South Africa has been fielding a steady stream of questions from local food producers who want the full picture of Kosher approval before they decide to pursue it. The agency treats the mark as anything but a…

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Treasury proposes phased overhaul to recover R88bn in unclaimed retirement and other assets

Source: Sarb. The assets include dormant bank accounts, unclaimed retirement benefits, unpaid dividends, and investment and insurance proceeds. The proposal explores whether a co-ordinated national approach could improve governance,…

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MV Pacific Virtue makes maiden South African call at Richards Bay, discharges 7,969.74 tonnes of project cargo

Source: Supplied The 199.90m general dry cargo vessel sailed directly from Zhoushan, China, to South Africa after being delivered by China Merchants Jinling Shipyard. Richards Bay was its first official port call since leaving the…

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Why South African families are choosing flexible home and online schooling with Impaq to support young athletes and performers

The traditional school day has long been built around a fairly fixed rhythm: early mornings, set classroom hours, homework in the afternoon, and extracurricular activities squeezed into whatever time remains. For many…

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afrOkaans and Recode Media form strategic partnership to invest in next generation of South African storytellers

afrOkaans and Recode Media have announced a strategic partnership that brings together decades of industry experience with a new generation of creative talent, united by a shared commitment to investing in the future of African…

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GoSolr’s women leaders drive South Africa’s renewable energy growth

Dharmisha Lala-Harmse. Image supplied. Dharmisha Lala-Harmse — the law of solar As legal counsel at GoSolr, Dharmisha Lala-Harmse’s days span contracts, compliance, customer disputes, litigation and legal risk management, working across…

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Toyota South Africa and Publicis Studio One launch playful all‑new RAV4 ad campaign celebrating brand heritage

The All-New Toyota Rrav4 Ad campaign invites you to be part of the adventure (Image supplied) As their drive continues, more Rav4s begin to appear, seamlessly joining the journey. Soon, the road transforms into a lively convoy,…

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Mbali Mchunu of The Odd Number: Africa should export strategic thinking, not stereotypes

Mbali Mchunu. Source: Supplied. Clio recognised strategist Recently recognised by the Clios among Africa's top strategists, the 29-year-old senior strategist has built a career around curiosity — about people, culture, business and,…

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Jockey marks 150 years with brand refresh, stronger e‑commerce push in South Africa

As few consumer brands reach the 150-year mark, Jockey is using its anniversary not simply as a moment to celebrate its history, but as a platform to rethink how a heritage brand stays relevant in a rapidly changing retail environment.…

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President Ramaphosa appoints Minister Stella Ndabeni Acting Minister of Health from Aug. 24 to Sept. 30, 2026

PRETORIA, South Africa, August 24, 2026/APO Group/ -- President Cyril Ramaphosa has in terms of section 98 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa of 1996, appointed Minister Stella Ndabeni as Acting Minister of Health…

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