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HEINEKEN Beverages is calling on the media to spotlight a bold, ground-breaking effort reshaping township taverns into safer, more sustainable and economically vibrant community hubs. Through its Tavern Transformation Programme, HEINEKEN is not just upgrading venues – it’s shifting taverner and patron mindsets around responsible alcohol consumption, safety, and inclusive economic growth. Journalists are invited […]

The Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) is pleased to announce the March winners of the annual JSE Investment Challenge: Eden College Durban, John Bisseker Secondary School, Afrikaanse Hoër Seunskool, Bloubergrant High School, the University of Western Cape and Stellenbosch University. The JSE encourages all interested participants to join this transformative journey. Registration is still open, and Interested schools and universities can still participate in the

  PRESENTATION OF THE NEW FRONTIERS RESEARCH AWARD We are very excited to announce the winner of the 2025 New Frontiers Research Award. As part of our commitment to rebuilding and sustaining South Africa’s academic excellence, the award recognises the efforts of visionary early-to-mid-career researchers determined to build high-performance research teams engaged in cutting-edge research.

  The post Fun Facts about Afrikaans: Celebrating 100 years of Being an Official Language appeared first on The Home Of Great South African News. According to the national census 2022, Afrikaans is the third most spoken language in South Africa. The post Fun Facts about Afrikaans: Celebrating 100 years of Being an Official Language

Author: Nicholas Woode-Smith (Free Market Foundation) (This is a substantially edited version, with some of my own additions, for full article press@fmsa.co.za) Attempts by the Private Security Industry Regulatory Authority (PSIRA) to amend the Private Security Industry Regulation Act (the Act) need to be completely and utterly condemned. The private security industry employs over 580,000

Every year, International Girls in ICT Day celebrates the power of inclusion and the importance of ensuring girls and young women play a meaningful role in shaping the future of technology. Across Africa, the tech landscape is shifting, and at its core are women who are blending international insight with local action, stepping into ICT

Access to quality healthcare is important for every community. In recognition of this, five local health clinics in the NamaKhoi Local Municipality have received infrastructure support to help improve healthcare services for residents. This initiative, funded by Kangnas Wind Farm, is part of a broader Socio-Economic Development Programme that prioritises the health and well-being of

South Africa’s Rovos Rail ranks as the fourth-best luxury train journey worldwide in 2025, showcasing the country’s rich heritage. The Rovos trail train. Image: Instagram via @rovosrail The global luxury travel market is steaming ahead, set to reach a jaw-dropping R7.4 trillion by 2028. But the days of luxury being defined by gold taps and marble lobbies

By Yolanda Du Toit Steve van Deventer from Pretoria worked in the music industry for many decades before he and his wife, Alishia started a new venture. They began a new dynamic business, Tapputi Egyptian Perfume Oils. Steve is the proud father of three children, two adults, and one 8-year-old daughter. “She inspires me to

This Mother’s Day, honour your mom by supporting another mom. It’s easy to make a difference, simply shop our Smile hampers! From beautiful caps and cosy blankets to funky socks and mugs, every purchase helps fund psychological support for moms whose babies are undergoing life-changing surgeries, because while they’re caring for their little ones, they