Table of Contents Johannesburg, January, 05,2026 South African organisations are accelerating their adoption of artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT, but experts warn that many companies misunderstand what these systems actually do — and the risks that misunderstanding creates. According to College Africa Group, one of South Africa’s leading corporate training providers, generative AI tools do not “know” facts or verify truth. Instead, they generate language based on patterns, … [Read more...] about AI Produces Language, Not Truth: Why South African Businesses Must Rethink ChatGPT at Work
Education
Celebrating 30 Years of Transforming Lives Through Quality Higher Education
Table of Contents Johannesburg: MANCOSA, one of South Africa’s most respected private tertiary education providers, proudly celebrates its 30th anniversary in 2025. Founded in 1995 as a post-apartheid empowerment initiative, MANCOSA has grown from a pioneering vision into a household name, transforming lives and society through accessible, affordable, and accredited education. Since its establishment in 1995, MANCOSA has remained steadfast in its mission to democratise education, opening … [Read more...] about Celebrating 30 Years of Transforming Lives Through Quality Higher Education
AI Productivity Tools South Africa: How Teams Are Unlocking Smarter, Faster Workflows
Johannesburg, December, 07, 2025: South African organisations are under growing pressure to improve productivity while managing tighter budgets, limited resources, and increased operational complexity. As a result, many companies are turning to AI productivity tools to help employees work faster, smarter, and more consistently across daily business tasks.AI productivity tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot and automation assistants are no longer experimental technologies. They are now … [Read more...] about AI Productivity Tools South Africa: How Teams Are Unlocking Smarter, Faster Workflows
Two powerhouse speakers from the George Herald added to bill for FREE , two-day IP & Music Industry Workshop
GEORGE CREATIVES — THIS IS YOUR CALL TO ACTION Artists, musicians, podcasters, producers, writers, designers, filmmakers, content creators and all creative professionals across the Western Cape are invited to an unmissable opportunity: a completely FREE , two-day IP & Music Industry Workshop hosted at George High School on 12 and 13 December. This workshop delivers rare, direct access to two powerhouse speakers from the George Herald and Group Editors , … [Read more...] about Two powerhouse speakers from the George Herald added to bill for FREE , two-day IP & Music Industry Workshop
This Christmas 12 000 Children Need More Than Gifts – They Need To Be Ready for Grade 1
Cape Town, 24 November 2025 – With nearly 1 million children expected to start primary school in 2026, Ladles of Love launches an urgent campaign to ensure vulnerable preschoolers aren’t left behind.While families across South Africa prepare for the festive season and back-to-school shopping, thousands of preschool children face a heartbreaking reality: they’ll walk into Grade 1 classrooms in just six weeks, but they won’t be ready – not because they lack potential, but because chronic … [Read more...] about This Christmas 12 000 Children Need More Than Gifts – They Need To Be Ready for Grade 1
From Bricks to Books: Mellon Educate’s 2025 Building Blitz Tackles South Africa’s Literacy Crisis Head-on
Table of Contents Western Cape MEC for Education, David Maynier, applauds the collaboration with Mellon Educate South Africa, 19 November 2025 – As South Africa faces a national literacy emergency with more than three quarters of Grade 4 learners unable to read for meaning, 450 volunteers, teachers, and community members have come together this week to take on one of the country’s greatest challenges: teaching children to read and giving them the tools for a better future. Mellon Educate, the … [Read more...] about From Bricks to Books: Mellon Educate’s 2025 Building Blitz Tackles South Africa’s Literacy Crisis Head-on
Law Clinics Flooded as Home Affairs Blocks Asylum Seekers From the System
Home Affairs has stopped processing new asylum applications unless applicants have a transit visa, say lawyers. Home Affairs has not responded to our queries. Since April 2024, Refugee Reception Offices have not been processing new asylum applications unless the applicant has a valid transit visa, say lawyers. This is because of amendments to legislation that require asylum seekers to show “good cause” for not having a transit visa. The Western Cape High Court ruled in May that this requirement … [Read more...] about Law Clinics Flooded as Home Affairs Blocks Asylum Seekers From the System
St Benedict’s Embrace Symposium 2025 Demonstrates How Small Ideas Create Big Changes in Education
Leading voices in advocacy and transformation inspire educators and learners to become agents of change in their communitiesThe 2025 St Benedict’s Embrace Symposium proved that transformative change in education begins with small, intentional actions. Under the theme “Small ideas, big changes,” the workshop-style event brought together educators, learners, and changemakers to explore how advocacy and innovation can reshape South African schools and communities. Drawing inspiration from poet … [Read more...] about St Benedict’s Embrace Symposium 2025 Demonstrates How Small Ideas Create Big Changes in Education
Only 2 Days Left to Apply: Regenesys and Access Bank’s Womenpreneur Pitch & Match Closes 10 August
Johannesburg, 7 August 2025: African women entrepreneurs have just two days left to apply for the 2025 Womenpreneur Pitch & Match, taking place on 21 August 2025 at the Regenesys Sandton Campus. Hosted by Regenesys School of Entrepreneurship and Access Bank South Africa, the event offers selected women-led businesses from across Africa the opportunity to pitch live to investors and unlock growth funding, mentorship, and investor-readiness support. Ten finalists will be chosen based on … [Read more...] about Only 2 Days Left to Apply: Regenesys and Access Bank’s Womenpreneur Pitch & Match Closes 10 August
Lesaka: Shaping the Future of Payments and Financial Services in Southern Africa By Lincoln Mali, CEO, Lesaka Southern Africa
Lesaka: Shaping the future of payments and financial services in Southern Africa by Lincoln Mali, CEO, Lesaka Southern Africa Africa isn’t just catching up; it’s defining the future of fintech. With BCG forecasting that fintech revenues across the continent will grow 13 times within the next decade, the momentum is real. A convergence of powerful trends drives this: a growing, youthful population, increasing digital penetration, and a deep desire for accessible, affordable financial … [Read more...] about Lesaka: Shaping the Future of Payments and Financial Services in Southern Africa By Lincoln Mali, CEO, Lesaka Southern Africa
My Idiot Savant Method of Determining What WORKS in the Search Engines
In a nutshell: Find a list of press releases that are successful so as to glean a winning method.So, to help you gain better exposure and reach on MyPR I suggest that you look at the Top 40 most consistently visited press releases on MyPR to start you journey. As you read each release take note of: Title Subject Tone Keywords and Placement Length Links out Featured/Free Structure Those who know me will nod their heads sagely when they hear me bang on about content as it must be; helpful, solve … [Read more...] about My Idiot Savant Method of Determining What WORKS in the Search Engines
How to Write a Time Sensitive Press Release Around Your Countries Holidays (or Others)
Schneider Electric at AATF 2025 – Demonstrating True Industry Innovation in Energy Management and Automation Johannesburg, 2 May 2025 Schneider Electric , the global leader in energy management and automation, and recognised sustainability leader, will… Read More on MyPR.co.za … [Read more...] about How to Write a Time Sensitive Press Release Around Your Countries Holidays (or Others)
SIU to probe National Skills Fund, DPWI, among others
SIU to probe National Skills Fund, DPWI, among others President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed five proclamations – two new and three amendments – authorising the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate allegations of corruption and maladministration in the affairs of the National Skills Fund and the National Department of Public Works and Infrastructure. In addition, the President has amended existing proclamations to expand the scope of investigations into the South African … [Read more...] about SIU to probe National Skills Fund, DPWI, among others
5 Major Reasons Why YOUR Press Releases are NOT Published
Bonus – 5 T’s to follow As a ‘jobbing journalist’ I receive many press releases via e-mail. What follows are five major reasons why those press releases are never published. REASONS why Your Press Release hits the BIN! Submitting as a FARGING PDF – when last did we see a printed newspaper? NOT Providing a PLAIN TEXT version in your e-mail – the journalistic secret weapon is “ctrl A, ctrl C, ctrl V” (heard of DOS yet?) Too many EMOTIVE Words – the refuge of the advertiser Submitting as a .jpg – … [Read more...] about 5 Major Reasons Why YOUR Press Releases are NOT Published
How to ‘UnSuck’ Your Press Release Title – #MTGA
Your Titles are Boring – How to Make Consumers Read Your Press Release Why Your Press Release Title Mustn’t exceed 65 Characters Lets Make Titles Great Again – #MTGA Most MyPR Press Release submissions succeed in telling people about a company/product. BUT, at the risk of offending you, most press release titles are boring, uninspiring and do not compel anyone want to read them. You need to rethink what you want to achieve and how you will accomplish that. How to UnSuck Your Press Release Title. … [Read more...] about How to ‘UnSuck’ Your Press Release Title – #MTGA














