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Smart Buildings & Cities

Vaal SEZ smart city positions construction sector for major growth

4 hours

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Legislation & Regulation

New AI policy in South Africa stresses corporate liability for agentic systems

Kate Beretta, Justin Ramages, and Ashleigh Brink 9 hours

BYD takes on premium SUV market in SA with R1m Atto 8

Dealers

BYD takes on premium SUV market in SA with R1m Atto 8

Imran Salie 10 hours

#ClioAwards2026 | The case for specificity in a world of safe advertising — Asmirh Davis

Advertising

#ClioAwards2026 | The case for specificity in a world of safe advertising — Asmirh Davis

Karabo Ledwaba 10 hours

Source: Supplied. Luvuyo Masinda, chief executive officer, corporate and investment banking at Standard Bank.

Banking

Standard Bank secures $800m sustainability-linked loan

7 hours

Fumani Khumalo (left) and Zinhle Mbatha (righht) are stepping into creative leadership roles at VML South Africa after being promoted to creative director positions.

Advertising

VML South Africa bolsters creative leadership team with two internal promotions

11 hours

EXCLUSIVE: Transparency is shaping the next chapter of property in SA

Residential Property

EXCLUSIVE: Transparency is shaping the next chapter of property in SA

Adrian Bunge 11 hours

Illicit alcohol is growing fast, showing the cracks in market regulation

Regulatory

Illicit alcohol is growing fast, showing the cracks in market regulation

Dr Shamal Ramasar 12 hours

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Mining

BHP and JSE join forces to boost African mining exploration

12 hours

Machine_ and Leo Burnett Ukraine began a collaboration on how to turn AC drops of water into a lifeline for urban birds. Image supplied.

Climate Change

How this free sustainable design turns AC waste into water for urban birds

12 hours

South Africa's Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) party leader Julius Malema walks after proceedings on the day he appears at court for a pre-sentencing hearing after being convicted of charges including unlawful possession of a firearm and discharging a weapon in public, in East London, South Africa, 15 April 2026. Reuters/Esa Alexander

Criminal Law

Prosecutors seek 15-year prison sentence for Malema

Johnnie Isaac 14 hours

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Medtech

AI Diagnostics lands R85m to roll out AI-powered TB screening tool

13 hours

PR & Communications

WPP considers strategic divestment of Burson

13 hours

Talent Acquisition

Why a CRO is the most important C-suite hire of 2026

1 day

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Medical Law

Implicated individuals in Life Esidimeni tragedy to be prosecuted

1 day

PwC’s South African Family Business Survey has found that South African family businesses outperform global peers, achieving a double-digit growth (Image source: © 123rf )

Economy

How 5 key areas are driving success for top SA family businesses

1 day

New era for McDonald’s SA as Keegan Alicks named new CMO

Retail Marketing

New era for McDonald’s SA as Keegan Alicks named new CMO

1 day

Shop2Shop and SallyPOS unite to close the gap for informal traders and formal sector operators

Retail Services

Shop2Shop and SallyPOS unite to close the gap for informal traders and formal sector operators

1 day

Ecobank Transnational Incorporated has delivered a blockbuster financial performance for 2025, posting a profit of roughly $836m (Image source: © Financial Afrik )

Banking

Bank’s pan-African model regains traction, posts profit - despite headwinds

1 day

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Aesthetic Medicine

The 63% parity threshold: Why SA beauty brands are falling into the “vibe” trap

Nomthandazo Masilela 1 day

The BRC addresses market commentary about the timing of the Radio Audience Measurement Survey (Rams) data release (Image source: © ThisisEngineering )

Radio & Audio

Radio in good shape as BRC reassures industry that Rams is on track

1 day

Consumers adopt smarter tactics to battle rising grocery bills

Retail

Consumers adopt smarter tactics to battle rising grocery bills

1 day

Meet Brinjal: SA’s ultimate doggy paddler

Sport

Meet Brinjal: SA’s ultimate doggy paddler

Issued by Dotsure 1 day

2026 New Generation Awards open for early-bird entries

Marketing

2026 New Generation Awards open for early-bird entries

1 day

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CSI & Philanthropy

Workshop17 and Vintage with Love blend fashion with philanthropy

1 day

X3M Ideas created a Nollywood series called Don’t Burn Their Future. Source: X3M Ideas.

Advertising

X3M Ideas leads Africa as a top force in sustainable creative campaigns

1 day

A vehicle passes a Shell gas station in Wijchen, Netherlands. Image credit: Reuters/Piroschka van de Wouw

Coal, Oil & Gas

Shell in talks to sell 600 South African petrol stations in $1bn deal

1 day

The short-term trap. Why your performance marketing is leaking loyalty

Marketing

The short-term trap. Why your performance marketing is leaking loyalty

Mathabatha Sexwale, Issued by Brave Group 1 day

Local film talent takes centre stage at the inaugural DGSA Creative Awards

Film

Local film talent takes centre stage at the inaugural DGSA Creative Awards

2 days

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Skills Training

How to prepare today's students for tomorrow's hybrid careers

Shaun Fuchs 2 days

(Source: @Meet Frank Publicis has announced its Q1 2026 results

Advertising

Publicis outperforms industry, confirms growth guidance for 2026

2 days

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Management & Leadership

SA boards: Moving beyond box-ticking to real corporate accountability

Adrian Moors 2 days

#BehindtheSelfie: Talking FOMO with OneDayOnly's Jessy van Eden

Behind the Selfie

#BehindtheSelfie: Talking FOMO with OneDayOnly's Jessy van Eden

Karabo Ledwaba 2 days

AA CEO: South Africans are being sold second-tier car safety

Safety

AA CEO: South Africans are being sold second-tier car safety

Imran Salie 2 days

Philip Cohen of Fofum Brands gives insight into how are doubling down on loyalty while consumers are switching more than ever. (Image: )

Marketing

Loyalty marketing is solving the wrong problem

Philip Cohen 2 days

How brands can update their marketing system for the AI era

Marketing

How brands can update their marketing system for the AI era

Caitlyn Greve 2 days

Supplied images: McIlhenny Tabasco sauce (L) and Stoli's new “Halapeño Pepper” vodka bottle (R)

IP Law

Trade dress dispute hots up as Tabasco takes Stoli to court over vodka bottle design

Nishaat Slamdien 2 days

The two journalists will be given training at The Economist in London. Source: ICFJ.

Media

Kenyan and Zambian journalists win Michael Elliott Award

2 days

Boston Scientific is recalling certain Axios Stent and Electrocautery Enhanced Delivery Systems, affecting 128 units in South Africa. Image credit: Boston Scientific

Surgical Equipment & Products

Recall notice: Boston Scientific recalls medical devices over safety concerns

2 days

Advertising

The Pitcher Awards 2026 unveils dynamic jury

2 days

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CSI & Philanthropy

Sip for a cause with the Kolisi Foundation's new campaign

2 days

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Career Advice

How volunteering can bridge the employability gap

George Asamani 3 days

Bursaries, Scholarships & Finance

Boosting SA Stem skills: Sasol's 2027 bursary programme open for entry

3 days

Warning signs emerge as tweens dive into adult skincare products

Health & Beauty

Warning signs emerge as tweens dive into adult skincare products

Dr Judey Pretorius 3 days

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Cannes Lions

#CannesLions2026: Spitfire's Liesl Lategan selected for SIBI programme

3 days

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Corporate & Commercial Law

Pay first, arbitrate later: The reality of adjudication in SA construction conflicts

Nikita Lalla and Ricardo Pillay 3 days

Coal, Oil & Gas

BP dives back into oil with major Namibian exploration push

3 days

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Insurance & Actuarial

From claims to compliance: How AI is transforming South Africa’s financial sector

Kim Rew & Jered Shorkend 3 days

The summit was launched in 2025. Source: Supplied.

Branding

Inside Pat on Brands' Business to Brand Summit

Karabo Ledwaba 3 days

The 10 best long distance moving companies in South Africa

Transport

The 10 best long distance moving companies in South Africa

Issued by Biggles Removals 3 days