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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…
This season, two cultural giants join forces: Converse and Coca-Cola. The result? A spirited collaboration steeped in creativity, connection and joyful self-expression. The Converse x Coca-Cola Collection celebrates the legacies of both brands. Converse, known for its enduring spirit of individuality, meets Coca-Cola, a symbol of shared moments and togetherness. The idea is simple: everyone’s a Chuck and every story…
The Minister of Higher Education and Training, Buti Manamela has called for calm and collective responsibility at the University of Fort Hare, following recent disruptions that have affected the institution’s operations. Speaking after tabling the Department of Higher Education and Training’s 2024/25 AnnualReport, the Minister described the situation as “deeply concerning” and urged all stakeholders to work together to restore…
President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged world leaders to build fairer global partnerships and reform international institutions to better serve developing nations. Speaking at the Global Gateway Forum in Brussels, the President emphasized the need for cooperation that promotes equality, sustainability, and genuine empowerment across continents. Addressing an audience of global leaders from Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean, and Europe, Ramaphosa…
Gauteng MEC for Roads and Transport, Kedibone Diale-Tlabela, today presided over a sod-turning ceremony to officially mark the commencement of the Modderfontein Road (K155) Upgrade Project, between the R25 and Pretoria Road in Edenvale. The project forms part of the Department;s broader commitment to enhancing mobility, accessibility, and connectivity across the province. It entails the construction of new carriageways, the…