Rosebank Mall continues to elevate its retail offering with the opening of Livo, a contemporary luxury lifestyle store set to launch on Level 1 on 7 February 2026. One of only two Livo locations nationwide, the Rosebank store introduces a thoughtfully curated retail experience that blends design, functionality and everyday luxury under one roof. Livo is a destination for beautifully considered living. The store offers an extensive selection across homeware, decor, kitchen ess

In a landmark moment for South Africa’s telecommunications sector, Vuma, the Maziv-owned trailblazer of high-speed fibre-to-the-home, is ecstatic to announce that it has officially surpassed the one million subscriber milestone. What started as a grassroots project in the streets of Parkhurst has surged into a nationwide digital revolution. Today, Vuma stands as a titan of transformation, having successfully bridged the digital divide and turned a bold vision into a reality f

R25 coffee before 8am... What? Starbucks? And it's not just a standard Americano? Did I hear right? YES! Mornings set the tone for the rest of the day. Whether it's a quick stop before work, a pause before lectures, or a moment carved out before the city fully wakes up, those early hours tend to belong to people who move with intention. In a market where most coffee chains price a tall latte between R37 and R45, and even fast-food options sit closer to R30, Starbucks is doing

Solcon Capital’s Tech Credit Fund (“TCF”) has successfully concluded a R5 million structured private credit funding transaction with AdNotes, a multiple award-winning, Black-owned South African Internet Service Provider (ISP), supporting the expansion of affordable and reliable internet access to underserved communities across the country. This transaction marks the first deployment of capital by the Tech Credit Fund and establishes a proof-of-concept for funding scalable, co

As thousands of students return to school with fresh notebooks and new ambitions, reliable connectivity will be essential to sustaining learning and opportunity well beyond the first term. In 2026, high-speed, uncapped internet has become as fundamental as stationery and school uniforms. Schools are increasingly adopting AI-driven study tools, cloud-based platforms like Google Classroom and Teams, and interactive video lessons. These tools require reliable connectivity to fun

Preliminary data shows a 5% decline in crashes and fatalities as behaviour change and zero-tolerance enforcement work together to save lives. The 2025/26 festive season saw the lowest number of road crashes in five years. This milestone reflects what is possible when enforcement, education, and community action work in concert. The 1,427 fatalities from 1,172 crashes show a 6.2% reduction in fatalities compared to the previous year, and the results validate a year of strategi

In a world where our skin faces constant stress from harsh climates and pollution to potent actives and in-office treatments, the demand for intelligent, restorative skincare has never been greater. Confidently filling this need is root4’s latest innovation: the ULTRA Barrier-Rescue Crème, a sophisticated recovery moisturiser designed to repair stressed skin while strengthening its natural resilience. A high-performance barrier cream designed to rescue dry, red, reactive or s

Obsidian Systems will host a live webinar titled Atlassian Intelligence: Your Virtual Teammate for Smarter Teamwork, providing South African businesses with a practical look at how embedded AI is reshaping collaboration across Jira, Confluence, and Jira Service Management. The 45-minute session is aimed at IT leaders, product managers, delivery teams, support teams, and knowledge workers who are under growing pressure to move faster while managing expanding information sprawl

A decade after launching one of South Africa’s most recognised body transformation challenges, Nutritional Performance Labs (NPL) is raising the bar with BodyRev X. Now in its 10th edition and unveiled shortly after the brand celebrated its 10th birthday, this milestone challenge signals a sharper, more focused era for Body Revolution. Bigger rewards, deeper support and a renewed emphasis on discipline place BodyRev X firmly in a league of its own. BodyRev X is a 12-week comm

by Mahlatse Ragolane (researcher, academic and Manager for the Centre of Excellence at Regent Business School) Growth rarely announces itself with fanfare. More often, it begins as a quiet restlessness, a sense that who you are at work no longer matches who you could become. In this thought-provoking piece, Mahlatse Ragolane explores how returning to study reshapes not only skills and knowledge, but confidence, perspective and professional identity itself. Blending contempora

By Elizabeth Gichangi, Head of Marketing for Coffee at Nestlé East and Southern Africa Region (ESAR) It is January and South African offices once again fill with the familiar hum of post-holiday productivity; one ritual stands out as both comfort and catalyst, coffee. Far from being a simple beverage, coffee has become the central catalyst of our return to work, underpinning the rhythms of modern professional life. For more than 22.7 million South Africans, brewing coffee is

Say hello to your next body BFF from Sol de Janeiro! The new Rosa Charmosa range includes Cheirosa 91 and the Rosa Charmosa Dewy Cream, both with a rose scent that is anything but predictable. The body cream is here to give you that fresh, glow because dewy, hydrated skin doesn't have to stop at your face. This dreamy water-whipped cream hydrates skin for up to 72 hours because who doesn’t want to be luminous and feel confident? The fragrance? Think of a refreshing cocktail m

Linden isn’t trying to be Sandton, and that’s exactly why smart investors are paying attention. This leafy Johannesburg suburb offers something increasingly rare: character, community and genuine value. Whilst other areas command premium prices for proximity alone, Linden delivers the whole package: heritage homes with space to breathe, a thriving independent food and retail scene, and direct access to the city’s key business districts. For global buyers seeking a Johannesbur

Thanksgiving season is here, the unofficial holiday where close friends and family take center stage - laughter gets louder and sharing great food becomes the ultimate gift. So, where to go for your Friendmas celebrations? Look no further than these top two picks of Jozi’s hottest spots: Brambles restaurant is where chic meets cozy. Tucked inside the luxe Vivari Hotel & Spa, it’s the perfect hideaway for those who like their gatherings with a side of fresh, farm-to-table deli

Soweto Gospel Choir, Swing City, Mzansi Ballet and South Africa’s first Moët & Chandon Pop-Up mark the official opening of festive celebrations Hyde Park Corner officially opens the festive season on Thursday, 13 November 2025 with an elegant tree lighting ceremony featuring exceptional entertainment, Champagne and seasonal splendour. The public celebration begins at 5.30pm in Centre Court, where audiences can enjoy performances from Swing City, featuring Graeme Watkins and N

Spotify hosted its first Johannesburg Podcast Live Sessions at Workshop 17 in Rosebank, marking a major moment for the local creator community. The event, hosted by Bheki Ndamase, brought together guests and podcasters for a full day of authentic storytelling. The recordings from this event are available on the podcaster's Spotify platform, allowing a wider audience to experience the discussions and unique narratives that unfolded. The day featured three standout live recordi

Annual program, for grade 3 learners and their educators, provides fun and creative tools for leading a healthy and active lifestyle, using Disney characters and stories as inspiration Program has reached over 200 000 learners since 2016 30 October 2025, Johannesburg – The Walt Disney Company Africa, together with long-time sports development partner Sporting Chance Foundation, celebrates a milestone in the 10 years of the Disney Healthy Happy Play program– reaching over 200

The much-anticipated annual Houghton Bonsai, Succulent & Plant Show is back! Set to take place from 7-9 November 2025, this vibrant extravaganza promises to be a highlight on your calendar as we step into summer. Year after year, the show attracts passionate collectors and curious newcomers, with visitors traveling from far and wide to attend this specially curated event. Whether you're a seasoned plant enthusiast or simply find joy in greenery this is an event you won't want

The heat was real and the stakes even higher as Capegate Shopping Centre wrapped up another unforgettable CG Braai Challenge. After a series of high-pressure cook-offs and a trolley dash that had crowds cheering, Huwitt Strydom emerged as the 2025 Braai Champion, claiming the title with a bold coffee-rubbed ribeye and red wine reduction. The annual competition, now a highlight on Capegate’s events calendar, drew food lovers from across the region. Ten finalists faced off in t

by Bryson Pather (Teaching, Assessment, Learning & Innovation Manager at Regent Business School) A remarkable shift is taking place in South African boardrooms: senior executives are returning to formal study in record numbers. Bryson Pather, Teaching, Assessment, Learning & Innovation Manager at Regent Business School, examines why experienced leaders worldwide are choosing the classroom over complacency. This trend reveals a critical insight – when business realities change