Spring’s approach across South Africa often prompts households to weigh up where their lives are heading, and for a portion of those families that reflection brings up the hard question of whether a marriage should continue. Martin Vermaak Attorneys, a divorce and family law practice with over twenty years behind it, wants people nationwide to know that closing the chapter on a marriage need not cost them their clarity, their dignity or a just result. From the simplest mutual agreement to … [Read more...] about Martin Vermaak Attorneys Backs Families Through Divorce
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When Buying From a Specialist Retailer Is Waaaaay Cheaper (With Better, Personal Service)
Table of Contents How is it possible that a private business – Stratlec – can sell the Shelly PRO 4PM for a cheaper price than a multi national store? R2 699 (Stratlec) vs R4 500.00 (Mega Online Store) It may seem surprising that a smaller private business like Stratlec can offer the Shelly Pro 4PM for R2 699 whilst a retail giant charges R4 500 and sometimes more OR inflates the price and then offers that as a ‘discount’. This price difference is primarily driven by how the two companies … [Read more...] about When Buying From a Specialist Retailer Is Waaaaay Cheaper (With Better, Personal Service)
SMD Introduces LocknLock: Global Lifestyle, Airtight Innovation
Table of Contents LOCKNLOCK: SMARTER LIVING, EVERY DAY For decades, LocknLock has been a trusted global lifestyle brand, known for bringing innovation, quality and convenience into everyday homes. Best recognised for its pioneering airtight storage solutions, the brand has built a strong reputation for helping households keep food fresher for longer while making storage simpler and more organised. But LocknLock has grown to become far more than just containers. Today, the brand offers smart … [Read more...] about SMD Introduces LocknLock: Global Lifestyle, Airtight Innovation
Plastic Innovations Branded Bottles for Cooler Suppliers
Clean drinking water never goes out of season, and as August 2026 carries South Africa’s offices, homes, and businesses deeper into winter, keeping it flowing stays a constant task. Plastic Innovations, a plastic injection moulding manufacturer with over 35 years behind it, is turning renewed attention to the range of water dispenser bottles it makes for water cooler suppliers, distributors, and the countless workplaces that depend on them. These dispenser bottles are designed and produced … [Read more...] about Plastic Innovations Branded Bottles for Cooler Suppliers
Gold Avenue: Secure Sandton Venue to Exchange Gold for Cash
Selling gold you no longer want should feel secure at every step, from the first enquiry right through to the moment you are paid, and that is the message The Gold Avenue wants South Africans to hear. With July 2026 bringing the calmer stretch of the year, the Sandton buyer is highlighting a detail many sellers rarely stop to consider: exactly where the transaction happens, and how safe they are while it does. Operating from the eighth floor of a secure building in the Illovo and Sandton part of … [Read more...] about Gold Avenue: Secure Sandton Venue to Exchange Gold for Cash
Dr. T Fletcher on Winter Eye Care in Johannesburg
Johannesburg’s July chill has arrived with the Highveld winter, and Dr. Taryn Fletcher is using the season as a prompt for residents to give their eyes some attention. Working out of her Bryanston rooms, Dr. Fletcher provides specialised treatment for a wide spread of common and sight-threatening eye conditions, with particular expertise in microincision cataract surgery, medical retinal disease, and aesthetic ophthalmology. Winter tends to bring dry air, indoor heating, and fewer hours of … [Read more...] about Dr. T Fletcher on Winter Eye Care in Johannesburg
Africa & African Diaspora Conference – 26–30 October 2026, Johannesburg
Table of Contents At a moment of global backlash, Johannesburg hosts historic summit on Africa Africa & African Diaspora Conference aims to continue in its goal to develop further strategies to bring Africans and people of African descent together to find ways to reverse the historic impact of enslavement, imperialism and colonialism. KEY POINTS The 2nd Africa & African Diaspora (AAD) Conference (26–30 October 2026) arrives at a critical juncture: recent breakthroughs on reparations … [Read more...] about Africa & African Diaspora Conference – 26–30 October 2026, Johannesburg
Why Businesses Are Outsourcing Answer Engine Optimisation to South Africa
Ask a question today and you may never see a list of blue links at all. More and more buyers are typing their queries straight into AI assistants and acting on whatever reply comes back. ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity and Copilot have turned into the opening move for research, and that habit is pushing businesses to rethink how customers actually discover them. That shift is exactly what Answer Engine Optimisation addresses. Classic search work set out to lift a page up the rankings, but … [Read more...] about Why Businesses Are Outsourcing Answer Engine Optimisation to South Africa
Who Actually Saves When Smart Meters are Installed?
Smart Tools vs Less Smart Meters Is Shelly Smarter than Eskom? Table of Contents Eskom’s Claim Eskom Smart Meter Photo: Eskom Eskom are actively encouraging consumers to switch to Smart Meters. Listening to SAFM this morning one of the presenters read out Eskom’s advert (radio’s version of editorial!) and one of the claim in the script, amongst others, was that Smart Meters “save energy”. The way that it was worded made me wonder just how Smart Meters will save me energy (money) or magically … [Read more...] about Who Actually Saves When Smart Meters are Installed?
Gender-Based Violence Prevention Demands a Collective Investment
South Africa has built one of the continent’s strongest GBV response systems. The next step needs to be prevention, with business firmly and deliberately taking a defining role, says Virginia Francis, GBV Lead at Tshikululu Social InvestmentsStatistics from the Human Sciences Research Council show the extent of South Africa’s gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) crisis. One in three South African women have experienced physical and/or sexual violence in their lifetime. One in four … [Read more...] about Gender-Based Violence Prevention Demands a Collective Investment
Bundox Expands Multi-Experience Safari Travel Across Southern Africa
Table of Contents GREATER KRUGER, South Africa, 18 August 2026, Bundox Safari Co. has introduced its Live Wild Packages, a collection of multi-day safari journeys that combine wildlife viewing with conservation, walking trails, retreat experiences, birding and optional extensions across Southern Africa. The new collection reflects a broader shift in how travellers are approaching safari holidays. While game viewing remains central, visitors are increasingly looking for journeys that combine … [Read more...] about Bundox Expands Multi-Experience Safari Travel Across Southern Africa
The Diamond Box Brings Custom Engagement Rings and Fine Watches to Krugersdorp
When it comes to marking a proposal, an anniversary or another big moment, couples around Gauteng increasingly find that one shop can handle both sides of the gift. The Diamond Box, based at Shop L35 in Cradlestone Mall on the corner of Hendrik Potgieter and Furrow Road in Krugersdorp, pairs a physical jewellery counter with an extensive online range. That mix means a customer can do their initial browsing from the couch and still inspect a piece face to face before making a decision. Central to … [Read more...] about The Diamond Box Brings Custom Engagement Rings and Fine Watches to Krugersdorp
The Purple Speedos Are Back! The Hollard Daredevil Run Returns for 2026
It’s the one day of the year when thousands of South African men proudly swap formal work wear for purple speedos, all in the name of saving lives.The 2026 Hollard Daredevil Run is taking place on Friday, 23 October and entries are now open. Over the past 17 years, this iconic men’s health movement has raised millions for the Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) and the Prostate Cancer Foundation of South Africa. Funds are used to help expand education and raise awareness about prostate … [Read more...] about The Purple Speedos Are Back! The Hollard Daredevil Run Returns for 2026
Eskort Strikes Double Gold With 12 Taste Awards
Table of Contents Six products earn matching honours at the 2026 Aurora International Taste Challenge and the South African Food & Beverage Awards Eskort, South Africa’s leading antibiotic-free pork producer, has done something remarkable at two of the food industry’s most respected taste competitions: entered six products and had every single one recognised at both events. The results; 12 awards across the 2026 Aurora International Taste Challenge and the South African Food and Beverage … [Read more...] about Eskort Strikes Double Gold With 12 Taste Awards
How Social Media Affects Teens’ Mental Health
Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is encouraging parents and caregivers to understand how social media can influence teenagers’ mental health. For today’s teens, social media is much more than a way to stay in touch with friends. It is where they communicate, learn, share experiences, seek entertainment, and express themselves. While social media offers many benefits, it can also create challenges that affect mental health, … [Read more...] about How Social Media Affects Teens’ Mental Health















