Cape Town designer Rose Molteno on the new era of modern romance and sustainable couture

As South Africa’s wedding season reaches its peak, brides and grooms are embracing individuality like never before. The country’s bridal fashion scene is evolving, moving away from traditional white gowns toward more expressive, personalised designs that reflect each couple’s story. From sustainabl…

How the death of Ransford Owusu Ansah exposed gaps in child protection in Ghana’s sports academies

The story of sixteen-year-old Ransford Owusu Ansah has shaken Ghana to its core. The young footballer’s dream of becoming a professional player turned into tragedy after allegations emerged that his coach at the Siano Football Academy repeatedly sexually abused him over several months. His mother s…

Why businesses must adapt to AI-generated results or risk being overlooked

Artificial intelligence is changing how people search for and discover brands online. Traditional search engine rankings are no longer enough as consumers increasingly rely on AI-generated answers from platforms like ChatGPT, Perplexity, and Google Gemini. According to Leanne Levine, Local Digital …

Why emotional repression among boys is fueling a mental health crisis

Across South Africa, boys are still being raised under an outdated code of masculinity that tells them to hide their emotions, face challenges alone and see gentleness as weakness. From a young age, they’re taught that toughness equals strength and that showing empathy or fear makes them less of a …

Award-winning comedian Pele Pele’s latest show brings the heat to the Gibson Kente Theatre

South Africa’s own comedy sensation Pele Pele, is bringing his quick wit and unmistakable charm to the Gibson Kente Theatre at Soweto Theatre on the 14th of November 2025. Known for his clever storytelling and lively stage presence, Pele Pele has spent more than 15 years perfecting his craft as a c…

Global leaders gather in Riyadh for the Inaugural TOURISE Summit to redefine the future of travel and tourism

A major new global tourism event is making its debut in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia this week. The TOURISE Summit, taking place from yesterday (11th) to the 13th of November, brings together ministers, industry leaders, investors and innovators to explore the future of global travel. With nearly 8,000 del…

How Meta’s Llama Impact accelerator is powering Africa’s next generation of ai innovators

Africa’s next generation of tech innovators took bold steps toward shaping an inclusive AI-powered future as Meta announced the winners of the 2025 Meta Llama Impact Accelerator Program. The initiative brought together some of Sub-Saharan Africa’s most promising founders who used AI to address real…

Helping South African creators navigate tax compliance and build sustainable brands

As South Africa’s digital economy grows, a new wave of content creators and influencers is redefining how brands engage with audiences. With this growth, creators are no longer just social media personalities; they are small business owners navigating contracts, partnerships and financial responsib…

Why 2026 could be the turning point for South Africa’s residential property sector

South Africa’s property market in 2025 was expected to be shaped by shifting lifestyle needs and smarter investment choices. As interest rates stabilised and inflation cooled, the focus began turning from survival to strategic growth. Compact, energy-efficient homes and mixed-use developments gaine…

How Africa’s women are reigniting the spirit of Beijing thirty years later

The year 2025 marked three decades since the historic United Nations Fourth World Conference on Women, which took place in Beijing in 1995. The conference had produced the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, a landmark framework that reshaped the global agenda on gender equality and women’…