An Aseza Hele hat-trick fired South Africa to a comfortable 66-6 victory over Brazil, as the Springbok Women opened their Women’s Rugby World Cup 2025 campaign in style Swys de Bruin’s side ran in 10 tries at Franklin’s Gardens in Northampton in a contest that they controlled from start to finish. Hele led the scorers…
Brümilda Swartbooi Tourism in Johannesburg is synonymous with heritage, vibrancy and a spirit of constant reinvention. At the forefront of its communications efforts is seasoned communicator Laura Vercueil, the woman shaping how the world sees destination Joburg. As Public Relations and Communications Manager at the Johannesburg Tourism Company (JTC), Vercueil is passionate about branding the City globally…
Thami Dhladhla The City of Johannesburg has reaffirmed its commitment to creating an enabling environment for township businesses, ensuring they are integrated into the City’s broader economic agenda. This was underscored during a recent virtual engagement on the draft Township Economies By-law. Cllr Aubrey Mhlongo, Section 79 Chairperson for Economic Development, said the purpose of…
Springbok flyhalf Handre Pollard, who was named the man of the match on Saturday following the team’s 30-22 victory against the Wallabies in Cape Town, which saw them retain the Nelson Mandela Challenge Plate, gave the credit to the entire team for fighting their way back from last week’s heart-breaking defeat. The Springboks are currently…
FlySafair is proud to announce the launch of two new routes from Lanseria International Airport to the Eastern Cape, further strengthening its commitment to accessible and affordable air travel across South Africa. From 1 November, passengers will be able to fly directly from Lanseria to King Phalo Airport, East London, six times a week, and…
The Women Who Make Moves in Sports Summit kicked off with an electrifying two-day workshop, She Owns Her Success, led by renowned Educator and Leadership Strategist Professor Anita Elberse. Designed to empower women breaking barriers in the Sports Industry, the sessions brought together rising leaders, seasoned professionals, and game changers committed to redefining the game…
ESascha-Lee Joseph With a communications career spanning over three decades within the City, Jenny Moodley is the dynamic voice of Johannesburg City Parks and Zoo [JCPZ] in her capacity as Senior Manager: Intergovernmental, Advocacy and Media Relations, and official spokesperson. Moodley distinguishes herself not merely through extensive institutional memory but through an indefatigable commitment to…
The City of Johannesburg’s Department of Human Settlements, in partnership with the Gauteng Provincial Department, has allocated 296 beneficiaries at Riverside View, part of government’s commitment to provide dignified housing to qualifying citizens. The event was attended by MMC for Human Settlements Cllr Mlungisi Mabaso; Gauteng MEC for Human Settlements Tasneem Motara; ward councillors Cllr…
Ngozi wasn’t starry-eyed. She was seasoned. Her skincare brand, Nkanyezi Naturals, had graduated from her kitchen to boutique shelves and was now in talks with a major national chain. This was her big moment. But like most South African entrepreneurs, she was about to find out the hard way: launching a product isn’t just about having…
As South Africa celebrates Women’s Month, we honour the strength, resilience, and achievements of women across the country. Yet behind the stories of triumph are quieter, more sobering realities about financial strain, emotional exhaustion, and the heavy burden of debt that many women carry alone. The pressure can be relentless. South African women are often…
