STANDARD BANK STRENGTHENS INDUSTRY COLLABORATION TO FIGHT FOOT-AND-MOUTH DISEASE

 Standard Bank has partnered with Clover and the Milk Producers’ Organisation (MPO) to support South African government efforts to curb the spread of Foot‑and‑Mouth Disease (FMD) through the deployment of a chilled mobile vaccination vehicle. The specialised unit enables safe, cold‑chain distribution of vaccines directly to farming communities, addressing a critical logistical need in the national response. This partnership supports the…

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ADIDAS PRESENTS BACKYARD LEGENDS WITH ICONS FROM FOOTBALL, MUSIC, AND FILM COMING TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE THE FIFA WORLD CUP 2026™

Tonight, All eyes will be on the mouth-watering Betway Premiership clash between Mamelodi Sundowns and Kaizer Chiefs at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Tshwane Pretoria.  This anticipated encounter is officially a100% sold-out affair and has the ingredients of determining whether Bafana Ba Style are still en-route to lift the PSL title for the record consecutive  nine…

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R1 MILLION UP FOR GRABS IN 2026 STANDARD BANK KASI SME NATIONAL PITCH CHALLENGE

 The Standard Bank Kasi SME Pitch Challenge is back and bigger than ever! Now in its second national edition, the competition offers qualifying entrepreneurs across all the nine South African provinces the chance to compete for provincial prizes and ultimately a grand prize of R1 million at the national finals later this year. The provincial round of applications of…

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HUAWEI MATE 80 PRO REDEFINES PHOTOGRAPHY AND FLAGSHIP POWER

HUAWEI has unveiled the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro. This latest addition to its iconic Mate Series brings together advanced imaging, refined design, and powerful performance in a single flagship device. Inspired by the richness of the natural world, the HUAWEI Mate 80 Pro is available in two distinctive colour finishes: Gold and Black. Starting from R21,999 or R839 per month over 36 months, the HUAWEI…

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STANDARAD BANK WINS GLOBAL AWARDS FOR INVESTMENT BANKING AND SUSTAINABLE FINANCES

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…

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MEET SA’S NEW ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR-TARYN HUNTER SHARMAN BRINGS HOPE FOR ENTREPRENEURS IN A TOUGH ECONOMY

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…

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EBUCKS BOOSTS FUEL REWARDS BY 50% TO HELP SOFTEN THE R3.27 PER-LITRE FUEL INCREASE

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…

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THE LAYER NO ONE WATCHES: WHY DNS IS EMERGING AS A CRITICAL SECURITY BLIND SPOT

 Nickey Mannya Most of the organisations I work with across Southern Africa have invested seriously in security. Firewalls, endpoint protection, SIEMs, and regular reviews. At the same time, the conversations in boardrooms have matured; there’s real awareness, real budget, and real commitment to cybersecurity. And yet many of these same organisations are exposed in ways…

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