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Andrea Diquez is global CEO at GUT. Source: Supplied.

Advertising

New York Festivals taps Andrea Diquez to head 2026 jury

1 day

Source: Reuters.

Finance

Trump's empty chair at G20 summit an opportunity for South African hosts

2 days

Bo-Kaap, known for its colourful houses and cobble-stone streets, is a popular area for tourists. But residents say the rise in short-term rentals is a threat to their heritage. Photo: Riyadh Karodia

Inclusion, Empowerment & Social Justice

Bo-Kaap residents call for Airbnb to be regulated

Riyadh Karodia 2 days

Image source: stock photo

Remuneration & Payroll

2025 Sara Reward Award winners

2 days

Celebrities join the Wear It Forward campaign transforming diabetes care for SA children

ESG

Celebrities join the Wear It Forward campaign transforming diabetes care for SA children

3 days

Ogilvy South Africa and Yum! took the top industry honours at the Marketing and Media Alliance sub-Saharan Africa's 2025 Smarties (image supplied)

Marketing

Ogilvy and Yum! take top honours at MMA SSA Smarties

14 Nov 2025

The final Media and Digital Platforms Market Inquiry report (MDPMI) has been released (Source: © 123rf )

Media

MDPMI report released; Google commits R688m to SA media

13 Nov 2025

When a global powerhouse like the BBC ends up apologising for a “misleading edit” of Donald Trump’s speech - a move that’s now sparked resignations and a potential $1bn lawsuit - it shakes more than their newsroom. It shakes faith in journalism itself (Image supplied)

Media Freedom

The BBC-Trump saga: Questioning integrity in journalism and PR

Hayley Hillary 13 Nov 2025

Sizwe Nxasana earns doctorate in project-based learning, advancing education reform in South Africa

Higher Education

Sizwe Nxasana earns doctorate in project-based learning, advancing education reform in South Africa

Issued by Sifiso Learning Group 30 May 2025

Image credit: Dnn87 - Self-photographed, CC BY 3.0,

Mining

Australian regulator heads to court over AVZ Minerals' lithium project

11 Nov 2025

Creative legend John Hunt retires

Advertising

Creative legend John Hunt retires

11 Nov 2025

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Sustainability

Why public-private partnerships hold the key to Africa’s future

Aluwani Museisi 11 Nov 2025

The International Andy Awards Africa regional jurors have been announced (Image by Lesely Svenson © Bizcommunity)

Advertising

The International Andy Awards Africa regional jurors announced

10 Nov 2025

Media

BBC director-general Tim Davie steps down amid Trump scandal

10 Nov 2025

GC Now Johannesburg convenes President Ramaphosa and world leaders for a historic global turning point

ESG & Sustainability

GC Now Johannesburg convenes President Ramaphosa and world leaders for a historic global turning point

Issued by OnPoint PR 6 Nov 2025

The Foschini Group's Fionna Ronnie appointed new MMA SA chair with international rebrand

Marketing

The Foschini Group's Fionna Ronnie appointed new MMA SA chair with international rebrand

6 Nov 2025

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Public Health

Recipients of 2025 Discovery Foundation Awards announced

5 Nov 2025

Markets & Investment

US, Japan, and Eurozone's central banks diverge in rate policies

Izak Odendaal 4 Nov 2025

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Pharmaceuticals

Kimberly-Clark announces $48.7bn Kenvue acquisition

3 Nov 2025

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Corporate & Commercial Law

New King V Code takes the throne: What to expect

3 Nov 2025

Inkosi Thathezakhe Special School in the Mzinyathi District will stay closed until its needs are fully met, says Dudu Moloi, chair of the School Governing Body. Photo: Bongane Motaung / GroundUp

Primary & Secondary Education

KwaZulu-Natal Premier promises funds for special schools

Bongane Motaung and Tsoanelo Sefoloko 30 Oct 2025

The Lead Creative: "More creative freedom, less money"

The Lead Creative

The Lead Creative: "More creative freedom, less money"

29 Oct 2025

Image supplied.

CSI & Philanthropy

Up&Up Group inspires mindful giving with Street Store pop-up

29 Oct 2025

Ko.Kreate will host a year-end gathering that recognises women of colour driving South Africa’s creative industries

DEI

Celebrating Women Shaping 2025

29 Oct 2025

HR Tools & Software

Why AI can't substitute human judgment in psycho-legal work - part 1

Natasha Gerber 27 Oct 2025

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Mining

Hixonia Nyasulu exits Anglo American board

24 Oct 2025

Oxford University Press South Africa donates to the Athlone School of the Blind

Primary & Secondary Education

Oxford University Press South Africa donates to the Athlone School of the Blind

Issued by Oxford University Press 23 Oct 2025

Catch up on the VML Birdwatching at The Loeries podcasts (Image: Lesley Svenson © Bizcommunity)

Loeries Creative Week

VML's Birdwatching at The Loeries omnibus: Missed out? Catch up now!

23 Oct 2025

Safrea launches 2025 Freelance Rates Survey to map industry realities

Media

Safrea launches 2025 Freelance Rates Survey to map industry realities

Issued by Safrea 20 Oct 2025

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Higher Education

Prasa opens accommodation facility for students

17 Oct 2025

Source: Reuters.

Economy

South Africa calls for greater ratings transparency at G20 meeting

Andrea Shalal 17 Oct 2025

Sixty (60) young women in advertising and marketing connected with industry leaders in the sky on the iconic Cape Wheel at the V&A Waterfront during Loeries Creative Week 2025 as part of Open Chair’s Friends in High Places in partnership with KFC Africa (Image supplied)

DEI

Open Chair's Friends in High Places connects emerging talent with women leaders

17 Oct 2025

Source: Reuters.

Economy

Global debt tops G20 agenda, South African central bank chief says

Karin Strohecker and Colleen Goko 16 Oct 2025

Source: Reuters.

Markets & Investment

Shares rebound, dollar eases as Fed cut bets reclaim spotlight

Rae Wee 15 Oct 2025

SAPOA Property Development Awards for Innovative Excellence 2025 winners

Office Property

SAPOA Property Development Awards for Innovative Excellence 2025 winners

Issued by Catchwords 14 Oct 2025

Source: Supplied. The overall winner at the 2025 Sapoa Property Development Awards for Innovative Excellence is Canopy by Hilton Cape Town Longkloof – Growthpoint Properties / dhk Architects.

Property

Sustainability and innovation shine at the Sapoa 2025 property awards

13 Oct 2025

SAPOA Excellence in Property Journalism Awards 2025 winners

Media

SAPOA Excellence in Property Journalism Awards 2025 winners

Issued by Catchwords 13 Oct 2025

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Oncology

Think pink, check yourself: Gen Z needs to take the baton in breast cancer awareness

Jessica Gbedemah 13 Oct 2025

VML Birdwatching at The Loeries | Episode 7: Meet the award winning young creatives

Loeries Creative Week

VML Birdwatching at The Loeries | Episode 7: Meet the award winning young creatives

Karabo Ledwaba 13 Oct 2025

#Loeries2025: Chair Persons Party

Loeries Creative Week

#Loeries2025: Chair Persons Party

10 Oct 2025

VML Birdwatching at The Loeries | Episode 6: Inspiring young people

Loeries Creative Week

VML Birdwatching at The Loeries | Episode 6: Inspiring young people

Danette Breitenbach 13 Oct 2025

A woman walks at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE), in Sandton, South Africa, 1 August 2025. Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko

Management & Leadership

JSE CEO set to retire, successor named

Sfundo Parakozov and Anathi Madubela 9 Oct 2025

Britain's Prince Harry waves as he departs after his visit to the Community Recording Studio (CRS), a grassroots institution providing opportunities for young people, in Nottingham, Britain, 9 September 2025. Image credit: Reuters/Phil Noble

Environment & Natural Resources

Prince Harry conservation charity in Chad "failed to protect wildlife"

8 Oct 2025

Meet the 2025 Santam Women of the Future winners

SMEs

Meet the 2025 Santam Women of the Future winners

Issued by Media24 7 Oct 2025

The M20 Declaration was formally handed over to South Africa’s Minister of Digital and Communication Technologies Solly Malatsi (centre), by William Bird (MMA) and Sbu Ngalwa (Sanef)

Media Freedom

Johannesburg Declaration handed to G20

6 Oct 2025

You have until 6 October to nominate. Source: WFA.

Marketing

Meet WFA's Global Marketer of the Year jury

3 Oct 2025

AfriGIS preserving South Africa’s heritage

Services

AfriGIS preserving South Africa’s heritage

Issued by AfriGIS 2 Oct 2025

International Andy Awards regional chairs, including Africa, named

Advertising

International Andy Awards regional chairs, including Africa, named

2 Oct 2025

Thabo Leshilo is the new public advocate. Source: PCSA.

Media

Thabo Leshilo named Press Council's public advocate

30 Sep 2025

Source: eThekwini Municipality.

Affordable & Social Housing

Anger over delays at Durban housing project

Tsoanelo Sefoloko 29 Sep 2025