First National Bank (FNB) will reduce its prime lending rate by 0.25% following the decision taken earlier today by the South African Reserve Bank Monetary Policy Committee to lower its benchmark repo rate by 0.25%. FNB will adjust its rates on prime-linked accounts with effect from Friday 1 August 2025. “The Reserve Bank’s decision to…
The much-anticipated MTN8 season opener between Orlando Pirates and Polokwane City will be played in front of a full house, with tickets for the Saturday showdown already completely sold out. Orlando Stadium will be packed to capacity as fans eagerly anticipate their first glimpse of the defending champions in action this season. Adding extra excitement…
Charlene Louw Today, on International Beer Day, we raise our glasses not just to beer, but to the people, places, and purpose behind every bottle brewed in South Africa. Beer is one of the world’s oldest beverages, but its role in modern South Africa is anything but outdated. The local beer industry contributes over R70 billion annually…
MSC Cruises is known for offering spectacular international entertainment around the clock for guests of all ages, and this set to be taken to the next level on its up-coming new flagship, MSC World Asia. Setting sail in the Mediterranean from December 2026, guests will have no shortage of entertainment venue options to choose from…
Africa is fast becoming the leader in shaping the frame of longevity science and driving the solution that will leapfrog its progress, be part of the conversation . Keynote Addresses Inspire and guide the Future of leadership in the global longevity research and innovation Innovation & Research Showcases Redefine possibilities in health, aging and science…
Theme: The role of partnerships and media collaboration in advancing strengthened public health and HIV advocacy in South Africa As South Africa continues to battle the world’s HIV epidemic, the AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF) South Africa hosted a timely media and stakeholder dialogue in Johannesburg to confront key gaps in the country’s response. The message was…
Relebohile Mofokeng walked away with twin accolades, with Orlando Pirates dominating the winners’ podium in the 2024/25 Premier Soccer League (PSL) Awards. The ceremony celebrating a highly successful domestic campaign was held on Tuesday night. Several standout stars were honoured on the day, with the Buccaneers featuring heavily among the winners. After yet another outstanding…
Alfred Nhlapo Gauteng Provincial Government departments and municipalities have together created 94 632 Work Opportunities for communities under the auspices of the Expanded Public Works Programme during the 2024/2025 financial year and achieved 106% performance. The province exceeded the initial target of 89 224 work opportunities for the year by an extra 5408 temporary jobs, resulting…
Prudence Motsila The construction work at Thubelihle Intermediate in Soweto is progressing steadily despite challenges. This facility is an initiative to restore and upgrade school infrastructure in Soweto, Johannesburg. Commissioned by the Department of Infrastructure Development (DID), the project aims to enhance learning environments, improve administration facilities, and upgrade overall school infrastructure to meet modern…
The 2024/25 PSL Awards have all been handed out and Mamelodi Sundowns’ duo, Coach Miguel Cardoso and Lucas Ribeiro, won big on Tuesday night, seeing the Club walking away with six awards. The proceedings kicked off with the Chairman’s Award which was awarded to Bafana Ba Style. The Pretoria-based side received the accolade for the…
