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BYD Advances to Semi-Finals of South African Car of the Year
Image: courtesy of MotorPress Two standout models, the BYD Shark and the BYD Dolphin Surf will now await possible election to the final round, where they will undergo intensive evaluation by an expert panel of Car of the Year jurors. The rigorous assessment process will evaluate real-world performance, cutting-edge technology, design innovation, energy efficiency, and overall driving experience. The BYD Shark delivers bold capability with its powerful plug-in hybrid system, d

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 271 min read


Special Investigating Unit on alleged maladministration at Umzinyathi District Municipality
Image: GCIS President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed Proclamation 305 of 2026 authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of serious maladministration, improper or unlawful conduct, and to recover financial losses in the affairs of the uMzinyathi District Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal. Proclamation 305 of 2026 empowers the SIU to probe matters relating to procurement and contracting by the municipality, including the supply, installation and mainte

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 272 min read


Starlink’s South Africa Ambitions Tested By B-BBEE Rules And Radio Licensing Requirements
Image: Supplied The regulatory challenges facing Elon Musk's satellite service aren't unique. Major global technology companies have long navigated South Africa's Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) framework when entering the market. According to Paul Colmer, executive member at the Wireless Access Providers Association (Wapa), what makes Starlink different is its need for a radio license, which under Section 9(2)(b) of the Electronic Communications Act requires

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 274 min read


IAB SA Calls For Ongoing Skills Development As Technology Reshapes Digital Marketing
Chris Borain executive director of IAB South Africa, Image: Supplied Chris Borain, executive director of IAB South Africa says continuous learning is digital marketing’s most powerful advantage (Image supplied) We’ve reached a defining moment in human history, one that is shaped by the accelerating pace of technological change. Never before has the full spectrum of human creativity, knowledge and achievement been so accessible. What once took lifetimes to discover is now easi

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 273 min read


Education Uplifted In Soweto As Shoprite And Major League DJz Back Over 1,500 Learners
Image: Supplied Source: www.shopriteholdings.co.za The collaboration supports more than 1,500 learners, addressing a critical need in under-resourced educational environments. On 21 January 2026, a donation of essential supplies including crayons, pens, exercise books, highlighters, rulers and pencils was delivered to both schools. Representatives from Major League DJz were also on site to engage with learners, using music and storytelling to motivate and encourage young peop

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 272 min read


NeuroForce1 (NF1) Welcomes Renowned Sleep Coach Barry Bridges as Brand Ambassador and Strategic Advisor
Renowned Sleep Coach Barry Bridges, Image: Supplied NeuroForce1 (NF1), the performance health technology company redefining how individuals train, recover, and reset, today announced the addition of Barry Bridges , professional sleep and recovery coach, as a Brand Ambassador and Strategic Advisor for the NF1 ecosystem. Barry Bridges brings years of experience as a sleep and recovery specialist, working with high performers to optimize sleep quality, circadian rhythm alignmen

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 272 min read


CGA announces the newly elected the Board and Commissions
The current President of CGA Karabo Mabila, Image: courtesy of CGA Website Central Gauteng Athletics is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of its 2026 Quadrennail General Elections held on Saturday, 24 January 2026. The newly elected Board and Commissions will be expected to serve the organisation for a 4 year term. The elections were independently conducted and overseen by the Independent Electoral Commission (IEC) in accordance with the CGA Constitution and gover

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 272 min read


Cipla named official Recovery Partner of the 2026 Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon
Image: Tobias Ginsberg The organisers of the Totalsports Two Oceans Marathon (TTOM) are proud to welcome Cipla as the official Recovery Partner, beginning a three-year partnership in 2026. Founded in 1935, Cipla is a global pharmaceutical company whose humanitarian approach to healthcare reflects its enduring purpose of “Caring for Life”. With strong community connections wherever it operates, Cipla has earned its place as a trusted partner to global health bodies, indust

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 262 min read


Foot-and-mouth disease: Employ farm watches in livestock movement control to keep “clean” areas clean
Image: courtesy of Freedom Front Plus With the foot-and-mouth disease epidemic wreaking havoc on livestock marketing, it is crucial to protect areas that are still free of the disease. This can be achieved by ensuring that infected animals are not transported – something for which the legal framework exists, but the capacity to enforce it is lacking. Foot-and-mouth disease is a viral disease, which means it can only spread via live carriers. So, it is essential to produce doc

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 262 min read


Hoey breaks world 800m short track record with 1:42.50 in Boston
Image: Dan Vernon for World Athletics Josh Hoey had said he was excited to take a shot at the world 800m short track record in Boston and he was right on target as he clocked 1:42.50* to improve the 28-year-old mark at the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix – the first World Athletics Indoor Tour Gold meeting of the season – on Saturday (24). Seven weeks on from setting a world 600m short track best, also in Boston, the US world indoor champion made more history as he took 0.17 o

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 262 min read


Premier Surfing Headlines the 2026 Port Alfred Easter Festival
Image: Supplied Port Alfred - The 2026 Port Alfred Easter Festival will once again bring a diverse mix of sport, music, culture and community events to the Eastern Cape coastline, with competitive surfing taking centre stage as one of the festival’s flagship attractions. The broader festival programme also includes the popular Bands Innie Bush Music Festival, reinforcing Port Alfred’s reputation as a premier Easter destination offering something for all audiences. Two premier

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 233 min read


Biogen Half Marathon presented by Momentum Multiply remains Gauteng’s Premier Half Marathon
Image: Courtesy of Bedfordview Athletics Club The Biogen Half Marathon and Smecta 5km presented by Momentum Multiply took place on 11 January 2026. The twenty fourth edition of Gauteng’s premier half marathon is proudly hosted by Bedfordview Athletics Club for novice and seasoned runners to enjoy at the start of the year. Participants enjoyed perfect running weather for a scenic and challenging route through Bedfordview and Primrose. The first big race of the year set the to

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 233 min read


BYD Advances To Semi-Finals Of South African Car Of The Year
Image: Supplied BYD Auto South Africa has clinched a coveted semi-final spot in the 2026 South African Car of the Year (COTY), solidifying the brand’s accelerating momentum and expanding footprint in the local automotive landscape. Two standout models, the BYD Shark and the BYD Dolphin Surf will now await possible election to the final round, where they will undergo intensive evaluation by an expert panel of Car of the Year jurors. The rigorous assessment process will evalua

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 232 min read


Bed King Explores How Modular Sleep Systems Support Athletic Recovery and Performance
Image: Supplied Quality sleep serves as a cornerstone of athletic performance, yet many athletes overlook how their mattress choice impacts recovery, injury prevention, and competitive outcomes. Bed King, South Africa's leading sleep technology retailer, examines how modular bed systems address the evolving needs of athletes at every training stage. Research consistently shows that sleep quality directly influences athletic performance across multiple dimensions. During deep

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 233 min read


SA Rugby Welcomes Biogen As Official Nutrition Partner In Strategic Performance-Focused Deal
Image: Supplied Home-grown This is the first time that a home-grown vitamins and nutrition brand will be an official supplier and partner to SA Rugby. Biogen was established in 2004 and has grown to become a well known provider of nutritional supplements in South Africa. Rian Oberholzer, CEO of SA Rugby, said: “Success on the international stage demands more than talent and hard work, it also depends on the right support systems and partners who share our same values. “The pa

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 232 min read


IT Support Midrand – Reliable IT Services That Keep Your Business Moving
Image: Supplied Running a business in Midrand means relying on technology every day — whether it’s email, cloud systems, security, or network access. When those systems don’t work as they should, productivity slows down and frustration builds quickly. That’s why having dependable IT support in Midrand isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. ASG works with businesses across Midrand to provide practical, reliable IT support that keeps systems running smoothly. Instead of reacting

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 232 min read


Water and Sanitation on assessing and monitoring Senteeko dam in Barberton to avert disaster
Image: Sharath G. The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) has received notification regarding a privately owned dam, located near Barberton in Mpumalanga under the City of Mbombela Local Municipality, which has been reported to be at risk of failure. The dam named My Own Dam (publicly referred to as Senteeko Dam), is registered with the Department’s Dam Safety Office as a 26m high medium size dam, with a storage capacity of 1.8 million m³, owned by Shamile Communal Prope

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 232 min read


FENIX360 Secures USD 90 Million Equity Commitment from GEM Global Yield
Image: Supplied FENIX360 Pte Ltd (“FENIX360”), a global artist & creator-centric social-media platform, today announced that it has entered into a definitive Share Subscription Facility agreement for up to USD 90 million with GEM Global Yield LLC SCS (“GEM”), a Luxembourg-based private alternative investment group. The facility provides FENIX360 with a flexible equity financing structure to support the company’s continued global expansion, platform development and strategic

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 231 min read


The "Silent Revolution": President Ramaphosa Outlines a New Era for South African Education
President Cyril Ramaphosa during G20 Summit, Image: GCIS President Cyril Ramaphosa opened the 2026 Basic Education Sector Lekgotla with a somber reflection on a national tragedy—the recent loss of 14 learners in a horrific transport accident. After a moment of silence, the President pivoted to a message of urgent transformation, framing education as the ultimate "engine of development" and a primary weapon against the cycle of poverty. A Landmark Achievement: The Class of 202

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 222 min read


WCH Tokyo 25 donations by Jefferson-Wooden and Rogers highlight record year for MOWA
Image: Getty Images The WCH Tokyo 25 competition apparel of three-time sprint gold medallist Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Camryn Rogers, who retained her hammer title with an 80.51m championship record in the Japanese capital, head up an impressive list of donations during 2025 which are today inducted into the 3D online platform of the Museum of World Athletics (MOWA) . “I wish to thank a record number of athletes for their generosity in donating their competition clothing,

Sifiso Ngobese
Jan 224 min read
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