South Africa’s longest-running stage production, Shall We Dance, returns to the Playhouse in Durban from 11–13 September 2026. We chat to dancers Adarsh Maharaj and Juanita Pillay about being part of this spectacular production, the intense rehearsal process, their dance styles, memorable moments over the years, and bringing a Bollywood touch to the Latin American and Ballroom showcase.

South Africa&rsquo;s longest-running stage production,&nbsp;Shall We Dance, returns to the Playhouse in Durban from 11&ndash;13 September 2026. We chat to dancers Adarsh Maharaj and Juanita Pillay about being part of this spectacular production, the intense rehearsal process, their dance styles, memorable moments over the years, and bringing a Bollywood touch to the Latin American and Ballroom showcase.

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Shall We Dance? Adarsh Maharaj & Juanita Pillay Bring Bollywood Flair to the Stage - 03 September 2026

Ahead of International Literacy Day, we explore why literacy goes far beyond simply being able to read and write. With 81% of South African Grade 4 learners reportedly unable to read for meaning, Barbara Strydom, Publishing Manager: Languages, Reading and Dictionaries at Oxford University Press South Africa, discusses the importance of reading comprehension, the role of parents and teachers, the impact of digital access, and the continued importance of books and quality learning materials. We also explore the value of literacy in indigenous languages and how families and schools can help strengthen literacy among young learners.

Ahead of International Literacy Day, we explore why literacy goes far beyond simply being able to read and write. With 81% of South African Grade 4 learners reportedly unable to read for meaning, Barbara Strydom, Publishing Manager: Languages, Reading and Dictionaries at Oxford University Press South Africa, discusses the importance of reading comprehension, the role of parents and teachers, the impact of digital access, and the continued importance of books and quality learning materials. We also explore the value of literacy in indigenous languages and how families and schools can help strengthen literacy among young learners.

Literacy Matters: Building a Stronger Future Through Reading - 02 September 2026

From shopping discounts and cashback to health, retail and lifestyle rewards, loyalty programmes have become part of everyday life for South African consumers. But with more cards, apps and programmes to keep track of, are consumers really getting the value they deserve? Byron Rode, CEO of (my) Cards, part of Glynt, explores the future of loyalty programmes, the role of aggregation and connectivity, and how AI and real-time technology could make rewards more relevant, accessible and useful for consumers.

From shopping discounts and cashback to health, retail and lifestyle rewards, loyalty programmes have become part of everyday life for South African consumers. But with more cards, apps and programmes to keep track of, are consumers really getting the value they deserve? Byron Rode, CEO of (my) Cards, part of Glynt, explores the future of loyalty programmes, the role of aggregation and connectivity, and how AI and real-time technology could make rewards more relevant, accessible and useful for consumers.

The Future of Loyalty: Making Rewards Work for South African Consumers - 01 September 2026

What does it take to build a successful business against the odds? Meet Samantha Skyring, Small Business Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 and Founding CEO of Oryx Desert Salt. Samantha shares her inspiring journey from a bootstrapped start-up to building an internationally recognised and sustainable enterprise. She opens up about resilience, raising funding, the challenges women face in business, balancing entrepreneurship with family responsibilities, and supporting other women through her work with Transformation through Celebration. Plus, discover the fascinating story behind the Oryx brand and some surprising truths about salt.

What does it take to build a successful business against the odds? Meet&nbsp;Samantha Skyring, Small Business Entrepreneur of the Year 2024 and Founding CEO of Oryx Desert Salt. Samantha shares her inspiring journey from a bootstrapped start-up to building an internationally recognised and sustainable enterprise. She opens up about resilience, raising funding, the challenges women face in business, balancing entrepreneurship with family responsibilities, and supporting other women through her work with Transformation through Celebration. Plus, discover the fascinating story behind the Oryx brand and some surprising truths about salt.

Shall We Dance? Adarsh Maharaj & Juanita Pillay Bring Bollywood Flair to the Stage - 03 September 2026

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