Young South Africans Still Finding Their Way Onto the Property Ladder – FNB
Vanashree Naidoo, FNB Home and Structured Lending Product Head For many young South Africans, owning a home may feel harder to reach than it did for previous generations. Rising property prices, higher living costs, and economic pressure have changed how young people enter the property market. But FNB says that young buyers have not given…
Standard Bank and ICBC Named Joint Renminbi Clearing Bank for Africa
Richard de Roos, Head of Operations for Corporate & Investment Banking at Standard Bank Standard Bank, the biggest bank in Africa by assets, and the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China Limited (ICBC) have been jointly authorised by the People’s Bank of China (PBoC) to clear Renminbi (RMB) in Africa. Standard Bank is the first…
RUGBY EUROPE APPOINTS JENS SKARE NIELSEN AS CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Rugby Europe is delighted to announce the appointment of Jens Aage Skare Nielsen as its new Chief Executive Officer, following the conclusion of a comprehensive and competitive international recruitment process. Jens brings an impressive rugby experience, combining leadership at all levels of the game. He is a former Danish international player, with 28 caps for…
Standard Bank advises CANAL+ on its JSE listing, deepening South Africa’s capital markets and providing CANAL+ with access to new pools of liquidity
Standard Bank is proud to have acted as joint financial advisor and transaction sponsor to CANAL+ on its successful secondary inward listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) – a landmark transaction that brings a globally recognised media and entertainment group to Africa’s premier exchange and provides South African investors with direct access to a…
HONOR 600 Lite Lands In SA With 108MP Camera And Sleek Unibody Design
HONOR 600 Lite Global tech brand HONOR has officially launched its latest smartphone, the HONOR 600 Lite, in South Africa, combining AI-powered features, durability and premium design in a value-driven package. Unveiled at The Campus in Bryanston on 16 April, the device was introduced in a high-energy setting that blended sport, entertainment and real-time content…
Stormers Mourn Passing Of Long-Serving Team Manager Chippie Solomon
The rugby community is in mourning following the passing of long-serving DHL Stormers team manager Chippie Solomon. European Professional Club Rugby (EPCR) confirmed the sad news, paying tribute to a figure widely respected for his contribution to the game and his role behind the scenes. Solomon was instrumental during a significant period in South African…
PEP Mini Netball Programme Returns Bigger For 2026
PEP mini Netball Gauteng Coaching Session The PEP mini Netball programme is back for 2026, continuing its mission to empower young girls across the country through sport while strengthening grassroots development. Now entering its fourth year, the initiative has grown into a key platform for youth netball in South Africa, with this year’s edition promising…
DA Ready For Landmark Federal Congress This Weekend
The Democratic Alliance has confirmed its full readiness for this weekend’s highly anticipated Federal Congress, with final preparations completed ahead of the two-day gathering set to take place at Gallagher Convention Centre. Addressing the media on Thursday, party officials outlined the scale and significance of the event, describing it as the largest congress in the…
All Set For DA Federal Congress As Leadership Races Take Centre Stage
All is set for the Democratic Alliance’s much-anticipated Federal Congress, with the party preparing to elect its new leadership this weekend. The elective gathering, scheduled for 11 and 12 April, will see delegates convene to choose leaders who will guide the party into its next phase, following a nomination and vetting process that was concluded…
Star-Studded Line-Up Set For Tribute To Legendary Bra Hugh
The legacy of Hugh Masekela will once again take centre stage as Xoliswa Nduneni-Ngema and Joburg City Theatre host a special opening night titled Tribute to Hugh. Set to take place at the iconic Joburg Theatre, the event promises to be a celebration of one of South Africa’s most influential musical voices. Masekela, affectionately known…
