Sustainable infrastructure development requires legal clarity
Africa sits at a crossroads. The continent is rich in natural resources, faces growing energy demand and urgently needs modern infrastructure. Yet translating this potential into sustainable, long-term development is rarely straightforward. For developers, oil and gas operators, governments and financiers, success depends on more than mere resource availability.
Improved driver behaviour key to reducing fatalities and premiums
Each year, thousands of people lose their lives on South Africa’s roads. National Transport Month, traditionally recognised in October, provided an opportunity to reflect on road safety statistics, infrastructure challenges and the urgent need to reduce the devastating human and economic cost of accidents.
JAN Voyage
Renowned chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen regularly leads select groups of guests on JAN Voyage, a series of extraordinary culinary journeys through France and Italy. In his latest cookbook, JAN Voyage, he invites readers and home cooks to embark on memorable taste explorations.
Optasia makes bumper JSE debut with strong investor demand
The fintech sector in South Africa has witnessed a significant milestone as Optasia makes a bumper JSE debut, marking one of the most successful...
New York mayor election – voters elect Zohran Mamdani
Zohran Mamdani has been officially declared the winner of the 2025 New York City mayoral election securing a historic victory. This makes Mamdani the youngest...
Maternity leave in South Africa – Employment guide
If you're pregnant and employed in South Africa, you're legally entitled to four months of maternity leave—but understanding how it works, when you can...
Managing conflict in the workplace in South Africa – Employment guide
Workplace conflict is inevitable, but how you handle it makes all the difference. Whether you're dealing with a disagreement about workload, treatment, or performance,...
SMEs must embrace AI technology to drive growth
As new and emerging technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), continue to reshape the business world, change is inevitable. We are calling on Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to look beyond the hype. They should focus on harnessing AI as a genuine catalyst for operational improvement and enhanced customer engagement.
Responsible vendor management requires a clear return clause
The IT sector frequently embraces concepts such as the circular economy, sustainability, and ESG. Yet in practice, too many organisations still purchase, deploy, and discard technology with little regard for what follows. The uncomfortable question remains: who takes responsibility for the old equipment when the work is done?
Educating for the AI era – why Africa must invest in...
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere, but understanding is scarce. The challenge lies in a lack of context, capacity and people who know how to use AI not just to create content, but to create impact. This is central to supporting Africa’s creative boom.
