Global Finance recognises Standard Bank’s progress in Investment Banking and Sustainable Finance, reflecting its role as a responsible partner in driving Africa’s growth through a just energy transition. Johannesburg – Standard Bank Group, Africa’s largest bank by assets, has been recognised as a Regional Winner for Sustainable Finance and Best Investment Bank in Africa at…
s South Africa continues to grapple with persistently high unemployment, entrepreneurship has moved beyond choice – it is a critical driver of income, opportunity, and economic survival. Against this backdrop, Taryn Hunter Sharman has been named Entrepreneur of the Year at the 2026 Woman of Stature Awards South Africa, recognised for building a resilient, inclusive, and…
Fuel hits an all-time high of R26.60 per litre — extra rewards help ease the pressure at the pump As fuel prices continue to climb, South African households are grappling with the mounting pressure that cuts across their daily lives. Transport costs are consuming an ever‑greater share of already stretched budgets, leaving families with difficult…
Tiger Brands is providing small and medium-sized (SMMEs) businesses operating within South Africa’s growing township economy with practical business skills to help them become efficient, profitable, and sustainable enterprises able to create meaningful employment in local communities. As part of this effort, Tiger Brands, in partnership with the African Management Institute, hosted a cooking masterclass…
Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking’s Corporate Finance Advisory team is proud to confirm the successful completion of the of R2.1 billion sale of South African non-alcoholic beverages manufacturer, Twizza Proprietary Limited (“Twizza”) to The Beverage Company Proprietary Limited (“Bevco”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of India-based Varun Beverages Limited (“Varun”) for an amount of R2.1 billion. This follows the receipt of all…
Sydney Morweng SINCE taking over briefly, ownership of the Changan Alsvin, looks from e-hailing drivers has been a sore-one, for reasons best known to them. Well, off from stepping on my toe to good news though, Alsvin might not look like an exciting sedan but since testing it recently, I did establish it does…
Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation Lebogang Maile has congratulated sprinter Akani Simbine for successfully bringing in the SuperSport Simbine Classic 2026 to Gauteng. “The inaugural event which took place at Pilditch stadium earlier today, 28 April 2026 is an affirmation that Gauteng has the right facilities to host major events and…
As the winter chill begins to set in across South Africa, Engen is once again stepping in to ensure that no child is left behind due to a lack of basic school essentials. Through its 2026 Back-to-School, School Shoe Campaign, Engen is reaffirming its commitment to restoring dignity and supporting education by providing 900 pairs…
Having missed the opening race of the 2026 Absa RUN YOUR CITY Series due to injury, Kabelo Mulaudzi returns in top form after claiming his maiden national 10,000m title. Meanwhile, Kenya’s Felix Kibet Masai will be chasing a personal best on his South African 10km debut at the Absa RUN YOUR CITY CAPE TOWN 10K…
Tinyiko Barbara Ngobeni Nomalanga Joyce Jiyane is a dedicated public servant whose work continues to uplift communities through sport and social development. Guided by a firm belief in dignity and second chances, she has built a career centred on empowering individuals and creating pathways for meaningful change. Born in Carletonville, Khutsong, and raised in Soweto,…
