Port Alfred – Rip Curl and the Royal St Andrews Hotel will anchor the 2026 Port Alfred Easter Festival surf programme with two key events at East Beach: the Rip Curl GromSearch presented by the Royal St Andrews Hotel, supported by Sea Harvest, and the Royal St Andrews Hotel Rip Curl Cup, a World Surf League QS event. Together, these events bring South Africa’s top junior and professional surfers into one high-performance arena across four days of competition. Event Overview What Rip … [Read more...] about Rip Curl Surf Events Set for Port Alfred Easter Festival | Key Details
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Why Every Growing Company in South Africa Needs a Virtual CIO
Table of Contents Johannesburg: As businesses grow in South Africa’s increasingly digital economy, technology becomes more complex and more critical to daily operations. Companies rely on cloud platforms, communication systems, cybersecurity tools, and business software to keep operations running smoothly. However, many organizations reach a point where basic IT support is no longer enough. They need strategic technology leadership, but hiring a full-time executive is often too costly. … [Read more...] about Why Every Growing Company in South Africa Needs a Virtual CIO
Investment to Bring Quality Primary Healthcare Closer to Home for Many South Africans
Table of Contents To significantly expand access to affordable, quality primary healthcare in underserved communities, the Cipla Foundation’s Sha’p Left initiative has partnered with the FirstRand Empowerment Foundation (FREF). The partnership aims to aggressively scale the cost-effective nurse-driven surgeries in local communities, across the Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. HEALTHCARE CLOSER TO HOME This collaboration will help to overcome systemic barriers to healthcare, particularly … [Read more...] about Investment to Bring Quality Primary Healthcare Closer to Home for Many South Africans
South African Businesses Have a Hidden Advantage in the Global AI Race
Table of Contents Johannesburg: Most have not spotted it yet… The same constraints that held local companies back are now the exact characteristics that predict deployment success. This is according to Mischa John, co-founder of Lambie AI, a leading Johannesburg-based firm deploying autonomous AI systems for South African companies Every week, the same scene seems to play out across South African businesses. A potential client sends a WhatsApp message at 11pm. It goes unanswered. By 9am, … [Read more...] about South African Businesses Have a Hidden Advantage in the Global AI Race
Shocking NMB Water Waste Woes: Is the Municipality Drowning in Apathy?
South Africans and thirsty Nelson Mandela Bay residents, the numbers are in, and they paint a critical picture of Nelson Mandela Bay’s water supply. Whilst one significant dam level has increased, the biggest leak isn’t in the Western Region; it’s in our municipal infrastructure. Here are the facts: 65% of Nelson Mandela Bay’s water comes from the Gariep Dam, which saw rising levels throughout 2025. Nelson Mandela Bay has a TOTAL reliance on external water sources (Free State … [Read more...] about Shocking NMB Water Waste Woes: Is the Municipality Drowning in Apathy?
More Than Trees: How South Africa’s Forestry Sector Grows the Economy
International Day of Forests highlights the economic potential of South Africa’s planted forests JOHANNESBURG – South Africa’s forestry sector contributes an estimated R8 billion to the country’s GDP, while supporting more than 150 000 jobs and livelihoods – many of them in rural areas where economic opportunities are limited. Beyond its direct contribution, the sector supports a further R58 billion in value-added activity across downstream industries, including sawmilling, pulp and … [Read more...] about More Than Trees: How South Africa’s Forestry Sector Grows the Economy
From Innovation to Empowerment: Dr. Brown’s Group Expands Into South Africa With Johannesburg and Cape Town Launches
Table of Contents Three Pillars Driving the South African Launch Dr. Brown’s Institute of Health Sciences A professional education platform offering certified training in hair science, scalp disorders, and structured consultation systems. The institute equips healthcare providers, trichologists, barbers, stylists, and beauty educators with internationally aligned training and scalable business models.Dr. B’s Laboratory A clinically developed product line formulated through dermatological … [Read more...] about From Innovation to Empowerment: Dr. Brown’s Group Expands Into South Africa With Johannesburg and Cape Town Launches
Autism School vs Real Intervention: Rethinking Autism Support in South Africa
Johannesburg: As the world marks World Autism Awareness Day on 2 April, and Autism Awareness Month throughout April, urgent conversations are emerging around how best to support children on the autism spectrum. With current estimates now at 1 in 33 children diagnosed with autism, families, educators, and healthcare providers are being challenged to rethink traditional approaches. Globally, even pioneers involved in shaping diagnostic frameworks within American Psychiatric Association criteria … [Read more...] about Autism School vs Real Intervention: Rethinking Autism Support in South Africa
Garden Route Golfers Hit the Sweet Spot for Song Vir Nonna
Aspiring home-grown Garden Route musicians will sound sweeter thanks to the support provided by local golfers and businesses for the 2025 Algoa FM Charity Golf Day.Youngsters from disadvantaged backgrounds participating in the Song vir Nonna programme will now have higher grade equipment for their concerts and to record their music and songs. Song vir Nonna run weekly songwriting workshops at Môreson ACVV Child and Youth Care Centre and the Carpe Diem school for special needs. There are plans to … [Read more...] about Garden Route Golfers Hit the Sweet Spot for Song Vir Nonna
Why Professional Roofing Expertise Matters for Long-Term Building Protection
Table of Contents Why Roof Maintenance Is Often Overlooked Pretoria: Buildings rely on many structural components to function properly, but few are as important as the roof. Acting as the first line of defense against the elements, a roof protects everything inside a building from rain, heat, wind, and moisture. Connoisseur Roofs understands that despite its importance, roofs often receive attention only once visible problems appear. Water stains, damp ceilings, or peeling paint are usually … [Read more...] about Why Professional Roofing Expertise Matters for Long-Term Building Protection
Colour the Streets of Alex – The Alex 10K Is Back!
Adreach Impact Brand Solutions is thrilled to announce its continued support as one of the sponsors of the highly anticipated Alex 10K, set to take place on Saturday, 21 March 2026, at the Altrec Sports Complex in Alexandra Township, Johannesburg.Launched in 2023 by the Run Alex Athletics Club, the Alex 10K has evolved from an ambitious community initiative into one of the most vibrant and impactful road races on the Central Gauteng Athletics (CGA) calendar. What began as the “Find Your Fit … [Read more...] about Colour the Streets of Alex – The Alex 10K Is Back!
South African Youth Uplift Each Other
Table of Contents He Grew Up There. Now He Takes the Kids Back Out. How a Men’s Health athlete and his best friend are changing the way Cape Town’s township children see their city — one run at a time. CAPE TOWN: On a Saturday morning in Sea Point, fifteen children from Samora Machel township laced up their running shoes. They didn’t know where they were going. They didn’t know what was waiting for them at the end. They ran. Sea Point gave way to Clifton. Clifton gave way to Camps Bay. The … [Read more...] about South African Youth Uplift Each Other
Entries Open for Rip Curl Gromsearch at Port Alfred Easter Festival
Port Alfred – Rip Curl South Africa has confirmed that entries are now officially open for the Rip Curl GromSearch presented by Royal St Andrews Hotel and supported by Sea Harvest, set to take place at East Beach, Port Alfred, during the Easter Festival, 3-6 April 2026. The GromSearch series continues to provide a critical pathway for South Africa’s top junior surfers, offering valuable contest experience in a high-performance environment alongside national and international exposure. Surfers … [Read more...] about Entries Open for Rip Curl Gromsearch at Port Alfred Easter Festival
World Optometry Day 2026: A Five-Minute Eye Test Can Detect Silent Health Threats Such as Diabetes and Hypertension
South Africa – As the world marks World Optometry Day, Spec-Savers South Africa joins the international optometry community in recognising the World Council of Optometry’s 2026 theme: “A Shared Vision: Collaboration in Global Eye Care.” This year’s focus highlights how partnerships across the wider health system can strengthen early detection of serious medical conditions – beginning with something as simple as a routine eye examination.In South Africa, non-communicable diseases such as … [Read more...] about World Optometry Day 2026: A Five-Minute Eye Test Can Detect Silent Health Threats Such as Diabetes and Hypertension
Enhancing Quality of Life Through Reliable Oxygen Solutions: Limitless Health
Sandton: When breathing becomes difficult, access to reliable oxygen support is not just a convenience — it’s essential. Limitless Health is a South African provider dedicated to supplying high-quality medical oxygen machines and respiratory equipment that help patients regain comfort, mobility, and peace of mind. Focused specifically on oxygen therapy and respiratory care, Limitless Health delivers solutions that are practical, dependable, and designed to improve everyday living for … [Read more...] about Enhancing Quality of Life Through Reliable Oxygen Solutions: Limitless Health















