China’s car makers like BYD are fast gaining traction in the South African market South Africa is in talks with Chinese car makers to encourage them to invest in local production, with one manufacturer showing strong interest in building cars locally, a senior government official said. Africa’s most developed car manufacturing hub is at an…
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has arrived in South Africa, combining next-generation performance with an ultra-sleek design. The device is now available on a range of contract and cash deals, offering a compelling package of advanced features and powerful hardware. Read: Nintendo surprises with Virtual Boy accessory for the Switch 2 The most notable aspects…
iStore, South Africa’s only Apple Premium Partner, has announced that the new iPhone 17 lineup is now available for pre-order online. The devices will officially launch in-store on September 19, 2025. Read: The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is “the most Pro” ever Customers can pre-order the new phones for cash starting at R20,799, or on…
“You speak good English for a Black person.” “Why are the plates not washed when there is a woman in this house?” “Can I touch your hair?” These are some common microaggressions you might have heard before, especially if you’re a Black woman. Follow us on WhatsApp | LinkedIn for the latest headlines Microaggressions can…
Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, the AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, opened the high-level dialogue and underlined the urgency of acting now. “Africa is at the frontline of the climate crisis.(…) The role of the media, represented here by the Federation of African Journalists, is essential in shaping narratives that are accurate, inclusive and…
Former Liberian President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf has called on African governments to urgently ratify, domesticate, and enforce the African Union Convention on Ending Violence Against Women and Girls (AU-CEVAWG), warning that the treaty’s promise will remain unfulfilled without full implementation. Monrovia, September 11, 2025: Speaking Wednesday at the African Women Leaders Network (AWLN) Positive Masculinity…
The TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations 2025 will kick-off in Morocco in exactly 100 days, bringing together passionate fans from across the continent and showcasing Africa’s football excellence to the world. Africa’s biggest sporting event is expected to break the records set by the hugely successful 2023 edition in Côte d’Ivoire, which attracted a…
African champion with Côte d’Ivoire in 2015, Siaka Tiéné has successfully transitioned into a key role in CAF competitions As General Coordinator, he oversees every logistical detail to guarantee optimal conditions for teams Drawing on his playing career and management studies, he combines sporting expertise with administrative rigor In 2015, after lifting the TotalEnergies CAF…
South Africa is in discussions with several Chinese automakers to encourage them to invest in local production, according to Zuko Godlimpi, the deputy minister of trade, industry, and competition. Godlimpi told members of parliament that one company has already shown significant interest in establishing a manufacturing plant in either East London or Gqeberha. Read: The…
No, applying castor oil to sanitary pad won’t solve reproductive health issues IN SHORT: Facebook posts claiming that castor oil applied to a sanitary pad can fix issues such as endometriosis and stomach cramps are being shared widely. But there’s no scientific evidence to support these claims. “Try this and thank me later” reads the…
