When I matriculated in 1998, the national pass rate stood at a disheartening 49%. Yet, even then, our class was hailed as one of the best performing, with at least 10 of my peers earning distinctions. Fast forward to today, Read the full story
Our country is not only a breathtaking land of diversity, but a classic example of contrasting realities. And one issue that has remained stubbornly persistent is inequality. Despite nearly three decades of democracy, inequality is still deeply entrenched in our Read the full story
The year 2024 has been a remarkable one for transformation and Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) in South Africa. With significant policy shifts, innovative initiatives, and changing business dynamics, transformation is once again at the centre of conversations about the Read the full story
Gender-based violence (GBV) is a harrowing reality for many in South Africa. Every statistic, every story, every headline speaks to a crisis that demands our urgent attention. The recent restoration of the Gender-Based Violence Command Centre (GBVCC) offers a much-needed Read the full story
Government has extended the registration deadline to 28 February 2025. Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Minister, Velenkosini Hlabisa, announced yesterday, giving business owners a bit more time to get everything in order. This comes after the initial 21-day registration period Read the full story
For the first time in South Africa’s history, the Constitutional Court—the apex of our judicial system—has achieved a remarkable milestone: women now outnumber men. This groundbreaking development follows the appointments of Justice Nambitha Dambuza and Gauteng High Court Judge Ingrid Read the full story
As the festive season gets into full swing, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across South Africa face one of the busiest and most financially critical periods of the year. With increased consumer spending, the opportunity to grow revenue is immense, Read the full story
Rita Zwane, the visionary founder and CEO of one of South Africa’s most iconic homegrown brands, has been celebrated with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2024 Township Economy Awards in Tembisa, hosted by the Township Entrepreneurs Alliance on 23 Read the full story
This past Friday, 22 November, Imizamo Media Agency marked a significant milestone—its 10th anniversary. Founded by visionary entrepreneurs Tlangelani Manzini and Daisy Mulenga, the agency has grown from a modest venture to a formidable force in the marketing industry, with Read the full story
With Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and the general festive season shopping frenzy on the horizon, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have the potential to tap into the power of technological innovations to level the playing field with larger retailers. As Read the full story
