On 29 May 2025, the African Development Bank (AfDB) Board of Governors will be voting to elect the bank’s next president. African leaders say the vote will shape how the continent harnesses its human talent and attracts new investment for development. The winning candidate will succeed Nigeria’s Akinwumi Adesina, who will complete his second term [... SOUTH AFRICA’S SWAZI TSHABALALA VIES FOR AfDB TOP JOB AS THE ONLY FEMALE CANDIDATE
South Africa has achieved a significant milestone, being ranked as the second most literate country on the African continent, with an adult literacy rate of 95%, according to recent findings by Intelpoint Research. The rankings are measured by the percentage of individuals aged 15 and older who can read and write. Top Literacy Nations in […]... SOUTH AFRICA’S TESTAMENT TO DECADES OF EDUCATIONAL REFORM
The global gaze shifts to Shanghai Fashion Week (SHFW), where South Africa’s creative prowess takes center stage. Talent, innovation, and cultural storytelling define this moment as Brand South Africa, in collaboration with Development Reimagined (DR) and the South African Consulate in Shanghai, presents a showcase that is both artistic and economi... SOUTH AFRICAN DESIGNERS TAKE TO THE WORLD STAGE AT SHANGHAI FASHION WEEK
Are you a South African student looking to pursue higher education in Germany? The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) Funda Germany scholarship offers a unique opportunity to achieve your academic goals. This initiative provides fully funded scholarships for South African students to pursue Bachelor’s, Master’s, and PhD ... UNLOCKING OPPORTUNITIES: A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO THE DHET FUNDA GERMANY SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME 2025/2026
In the heart of Limpopo, South Africa, lies the once-overlooked village of Gwakwani. Devoid of basic amenities, reliable cell phone reception, and internet access, Gwakwani was a community seemingly left behind. THE RISE OF GWAKWANI: SOUTH AFRICA’S FIRST SMART VILLAGE
South Africa’s journey towards land reform is rooted in over a century of profound land dispossession, racial segregation, and systemic inequality Unraveling the legacy of Land Dispossession in South Africa:
Lerato Dorothy Mataboge is a powerhouse in Africa’s economic landscape. As the newly appointed African Union Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy, Mataboge is at the helm of transforming the continent’s infrastructure and energy policies, ensuring that Africa emerges as a leader in the global economy. With over 23 years of experience in inter... LERATO MATABOGE: THE WOMAN REDEFINING AFRICA’S ECONOMIC FUTURE
By Mduduzi Malinga Gender-based violence (GBV) is a stark widespread challenge problem in South Africa, affecting mainly women and girls in everyday life society. Brand South Africa in collaboration with PrimeStars and other Civil Society stakeholders, have since partnered on an initiative named ‘What About the Boys’ targeting boys of... Brand South Africa collaborates with PrimeStars and other Civil Society stakeholders to launch the “What About the Boys”, a GBV Initiative
Wena weNdlovu, Bayede! The country woke to the sad news of the passing of His Majesty, King Goodwill Zwelithini KaBhekuzulu on Friday. With messages of condolences flooding the Royal family and nation at large. A King close to his people and an advocate for unity, following a reign of almost half a century, succumbed to […] HONOURING ISILO SAMABANDLA – KING GOODWILL ZWELITHINI KABHEKUZULU
By Mduduzi Malinga As the world commemorates World Aids Day on the 1st of December each year, this is an opportunity for people to show support to people living with HIV, and to commemorate those who have died from AIDS-related illnesses. Meet Nozibele Qamngana, who found out about her HIV positive status in August 2013 […] Meet Nozibele Qamngana who was diagnosed with HIV in 2013
Brand South Africa was proud to collaborate with the MultiChoice Group (MCG) and other stakeholders last week in a virtual Gender-Based Violence (GBV) conference themed “Don’t be silent!”. As the World Health Organisation estimates that 12.1 in every 100 000 women are victims of femicide in South Africa each year. This is five times higher [&hellip... Don’t be silent! Gender-based Violence (GBV) virtual conference calling for a collective voice for action
By Mduduzi Malinga As we close off Women’s Month in South Africa, a reminder needs to be instilled in us all that South Africa has the most powerful women, who are innovators, form of inspiration, and heroines in their fields of work, be it sports, business, media, or academia. Maureen Audrey Mokena is a 66-years-old […] Health Care Practitioner Making a Difference
By Phindi Maduna August is celebrated as Women’s Month in South Africa. Annual celebrations are important reminders that Women are central to resolving many of the country’s socio-economic challenges. Pheladi Chiloane is a young South African woman who is taking on this challenge by competing in the agricultural industry as a business owner and upl... Celebrating a Young African Woman’s Venture into Agri-Business
A nation that takes care of its destitute, is a nation that instils in its people the ethos of active citizenship, of Ubuntu. This echo true for the citizens of Makhanda (Grahamstown) who reached out to Gift of the Givers for over the water crisis faced in the area. Settlers Dam is at 13%, water […] Gift of The Givers Plays its Part in Makhanda (Grahamstown)
The nationwide movement that is inspiring and empowering all South Africans into active citizenship, received another boost today. Brand South Africa, under the #PlayYourPart programme, in partnership with IQbusiness, launched the #FlyYourFlag initiative at the IQbusiness annual Growth Confere... Brand South Africa AND IQbusiness partner to inspire patriotism
Brand South Africa hosted a dialogue with Eskom to drive the road safety messaging to young professionals. The two entities partnered in delivering the message to the public. Brand South Africa reporter Every year, when the December festive season draws near, Eskom turns an eye towards road safety to ensure its staff and the public […] ... Brand SA and its partners promote road safety
Two recent acts of horticultural heroism that represent the true meaning of ubuntu are inspiring South Africans to give back to the community and put food on the tables of those in need. CD Anderson One man’s good deed inspires another. Heidelberg retiree Johan Scott became a local viral sensation in November 2017 when he […] Two South African community garden heroes give back to the people
To celebrate Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu’s 86th birthday, a new public space installation was unveiled in Cape Town on 7 October 2017. The Arch for the Arch represents Tutu’s life and legacy as South Africa’s moral compass for more than 50 years. CD Anderson The Arch for the Arch is situated next to St George’s [&hellip... The Arch for The Arch: the story behind a tribute to Archbishop Tutu
In a series of five articles, we share stories from Gift of the Givers volunteers in their own words as the organisation marks its 25th year of serving humanity. Emily Thomas, who works in logistics, tells us about what she does. Sulaiman Philip Emily Thomas: Logistics I had just returned from leave in January 2016 […] Gift of the Givers: 25 years of philanthropy: Emily Thomas
In a series of five articles, we share stories from Gift of the Givers volunteers in their own words as the organisation marks its 25th year of serving humanity. We find out more from beekeeper, Owen Williams. Sulaiman Philip South African humanitarian organisation Gift of the Givers, the largest African organisation of its kind, has […] ... Gift of the Givers: 25 years of philanthropy: Owen Williams
