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This week’s Competition Commission approval of the TymeBank acquisition of 50% stake in Sanlam Personal Loans Services, resulting in a TymeBank–Sanlam joint venture marks a significant milestone not only for South Africa’s financial sector but also for the broader African M&A and fintech landscape. As SanlamTyme JVCo takes shape, its structure and ambition reflect a growing trend on the continent:…
Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) unit, and African Bank, launched an ambitious youth empowerment initiative aimed at tackling youth unemployment through hands-on skills training and enterprise development. The official media launch was held yesterday, 06 August 2025, at City Power’s Head Office in Reuven, and will be followed by a formal beneficiary induction on Friday, 08 August 2025. This multi-stakeholder partnership…
In honour of Women’s Month, Nespresso South Africa proudly launches a bold and meaningful collaboration with celebrated mixed-media artist Pam Friedman, a woman whose art, spirit, and story embody the very essence of transformation. “MATRIARCHS,” a solo exhibition now on display at the Candice Berman Gallery (223 Jan Smuts Avenue, Rosebank), is more than just an art showcase it’s a powerful celebration of feminine strength,…
You’ve put in the hours, written the exams, and now graduation is on the horizon. But when should you start applying for jobs, and how early is too early? Whether you’re completing a diploma, higher certificate, degree, or even a postgrad programme like an MBA or DBA, knowing when to take that first confident step into the working world can…
The Gauteng Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation proudly announces that the province will host the inaugural LIV Golf South Africa tournament from 20-22 March 2026 at Steyn City Golf Club, Johannesburg. This historic achievement marks the first time LIV Golf will be played on African soil, following successful negotiations by Sports Minister Gayton McKenzie, Premier Panyaza Lesufi, and…
Behind every ream of Mondi Rotatrim is a network of real people and real progress. Through Mondi Zimele, its enterprise development arm, Mondi supports thousands of small-scale timber growers — many in rural KwaZulu-Natal — who are empowered to become active partners in the Mondi Rotatrim supply chain. Mondi Zimele’s small-scale timber grower program aims to nurture emerging forestry growers by facilitating…
While many marked Mandela Day with a symbolic 67 minutes, Workshop17 turned up the volume, stretching time, effort and imagination across the country. From food for shelter dogs and books for township kids to lunch packs for safety teams and blankets for families in need, every Workshop17 location became a launchpad for meaningful, ground-level action. No hashtags, no speeches. Just people showing…
The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has been crowned the overall winner of Enactus South Africa 2025, held in Sandton, Johannesburg on 17 July 2025. UMP will proceed to represent South Africa at the 2025 Enactus World Cup taking place from September 26-28 in Bangkok, Thailand. The Founding Vice-Chancellor of UMP, Prof. Thoko Mayekiso was awarded the Enactus South Africa Champion…
by Thula Mngoma (Academic at Regent Business School) Prospective business students often get distracted by glossy brochures and rankings. A sleek campus and global brand might look impressive, but they don’t define a great education. What truly matters? The people in the room. The academics. Great faculty are the ones who shape future business leaders. This article by Regent Business School Academic, Thula…
Members of the media and key stakeholders gathered for an exclusive showcase hosted by Nu Metro Theatres at the cinema complex in Hyde Park Corner, highlighting the immersive experiences offered by the cinema group—from VIP luxury to cutting-edge 4DX screenings. Nu Metro has expanded its footprint to 20 cinema complexes, including new locations in Maputo, Mozambique and Lusaka, Zambia. They…