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Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille today launched a Smart Tourism Visitor Information Centre (VIC) at the OR Tambo International Airport, marking a significant milestone in the tourism sector’s effort towards digital transformation, innovation and inclusive development. The Smart Tourism VIC is an interactive, paperless destination marketing centre that offers real-time information on the diverse tourism, culture and heritage offerings that span…
Rosebank Mall’s 5KM Pink Run, burst onto Bath Avenue in a wave of colour and community spirit, drawing more than 3 000 runners and walkers, raising R50 000 for the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA). What began as a simple Saturday morning run quickly transformed into a powerful show of solidarity. Families with toddlers in strollers, fitness fanatics, social…
The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) will increase water outflows at both the Vaal and Bloemhof Dams to 60 cubic metres per second (m³/s) from 12 pm today, in line with its flood management plan. This follows this morning’s high storage levels with the Vaal Dam at 102.78% and the Bloemhof Dam at 98.32%. Outflows at the Vaal Dam…
Vitality and Google announced a global partnership to launch Vitality AI. This new platform will integrate Google Cloud’s advanced AI and data analytics, with Vitality’s vast health datasets and behaviour-change expertise, to transform how millions worldwide understand and manage their health. The announcement of Vitality AI marks a major leap forward in personalised, preventative healthcare on a global scale. For South…
Clearwater Mall, owned and managed by Hyprop Investments, will become home to South Africa’s first Walmart store, marking the American retail giant’s debut entry into the local market. The announcement transforms Clearwater Mall’s retail offering and introduces Walmart’s distinctive “Every Day Low Prices” model to South African consumers. Unlike traditional sale-driven retail, shoppers will benefit from stable pricing across thousands…
Forget dark and stormy nights this Halloween, Starbucks is all about bright smiles and playful spirit with its newest limited-edition treat, the Sour AppleFrappuccino. A refreshing fusion of sweet and tangy, it’s the ultimate Halloween potion designed to delight your taste buds and spark a little seasonal mischief. “Everyone loves October: summer is in full swing and there’s no better…
KwaZulu-Natal recently took centre stage on the global cultural calendar as the province hosted the G20 Culture Ministers’ Meeting at the Durban International Convention Centre. The opening session, held a few days ago, saw MEC for Arts and Culture, Mntomuhle Khawula, extend a warm welcome to international delegates, positioning KwaZulu-Natal as a gateway for cultural exchange, innovation and sustainable development.…
The Department of Tourism, in collaboration with the University of Pretoria and Tshwane University of Technology today hosted the Tourism Research Seminar, aimed to share cutting-edge research insights that inform policy direction, enhance tourism development and promote sustainability within the sector. The Department hosts the Tourism Research Seminar annually to disseminate the research findings and recommendations, exchange and share ideas…
This spring, WhiskyBrother will host The Only Spirits Show, a new tasting event for spirits enthusiasts and curious explorers, at Hyde Park Corner on Friday, 24 October 2025. Taking place from 6pm to 10pm, this event expands beyond whisky to celebrate the broader world of distilled spirits. Guests can expect to sample over 50 different products, including tequila, mezcal, cognac, brandy, gin, rum…
