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COVID-19 vaccine: Africa begins its vaccination journey
March 5, 2021 marked the one-year anniversary of South Africa’s very first confirmed CoVID-19 case. The country, the continent, and the world has since...
Are you healthy and happy? Meet Dr. Michael Mol
By Mduduzi Malinga
Michael Benjamin Mol was born on 16 August 1971 in Cape Town, South Africa. Although he did not go for career counseling,...
ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON SOUTH AFRICA’S RESPONSE TO THE CORONAVIRUS PANDEMIC
17 JUNE 2020
Compatriots,
It is now just over 100 days since the first case of coronavirus was identified in South Africa.
For 100 days we have...
Nation Brand Forum speaker profile: Martyn Davies
South Africa has as many global companies as South Korea, but the world doesn’t know this, says Martyn Davies. For South Africa to be...
Former teacher empowers others through creativity
Marjolein Gamble is a former pre-primary and primary school teacher who was inspired by a fondness for creativity to create sustainable products and empower...
Social entrepreneurs on building South Africa’s economy
The stories of 14 social entrepreneurs are told in the book The Disruptors. The authors share their journey in the writing of it, and...
22 monuments for 22 years of freedom
There are a significant number of monuments to peace and freedom scattered across South Africa – not surprising given its long history of struggle against oppression. With April marking the 22nd anniversary of South Africa’s freedom, we will showcase 22 monuments that pay homage to those who made this country great.
South African author shares lessons after winning Caine Prize
Listening is important and reading is essential. These are just a few lessons Lidudumalingani Mqombothi gained on his journey as a writer. He won...
Uganda to represent Africa at 2016 Quidditch World Cup
The 2016 Quidditch World Cup is taking place in July in Germany. Uganda is the only country in Africa sending players to the tournament and money is being raised through a crowdfunding initiative to get them there. So far, the team is astounded by the support they have received.
Jamie’s Italian expands to South Africa
amie's Italian, the successful restaurant chain founded by world renowned British chef Jamie Oliver, already has 40 branches around the globe. There is soon to be another one added to the list, and it'll be based in Melrose Arch in Joburg - much to the delight of local foodies.