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South Africa Fashion Awards 2026: The Ceremony at Hotel on 3 October
The South Africa Fashion Awards 2026 ceremony takes place on 3 October at Hotel, bringing together 21 categories of nominees for a defining industry night.
South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026: Winners Announced for Third Edition
The winners have officially been announced for the third edition of the South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026, celebrating the restaurants and chefs shaping the country's culinary identity.
African Startups Hit $2.10 Billion in First Eight Months of 2026
African startups raised $2.10 billion across 275 deals in the first eight months of 2026, with electric vehicles dominating July at $224 million.
The New African Premium: Why Meaning Matters More Than Status
Across the continent, a quieter idea of luxury is taking hold — one measured in meaning, provenance and intention rather than logos and ostentation.
South Africa Fashion Awards Announces 2026 Nominees as Public Voting Officially Opens
The South Africa Fashion Awards has announced the nominees for its 2nd annual edition — 21 publicly voted categories — ahead of the ceremony at Hotel Sky, Sandton on 3 October 2026, with public voting now open.
The Freshness Advantage: How Mentos Is Building Relevance in a Changing African Confectionery Market
For an industry built around small pleasures, the confectionery market is undergoing a significant transformation. Consumers are becoming more deliberate about what they buy, where they buy it and what they expect from the brands they choose.
Iwisa No.1 Launches Designer Search for Its 70th Anniversary
Iconic South African brand Iwisa No.1 has launched a designer search to mark its 70th anniversary, inviting a new generation to reinterpret a heritage staple.
Aquatir SA and the Rise of Africa's Luxury Food Economy
Aquatir SA sits at the intersection of two of the continent's fastest-moving stories: the rise of premium food and the professionalisation of aquaculture.
Woolworths Youth Makers 2026: Weaving African Storytelling into Fashion
The Woolworths Youth Makers 2026 programme has spotlighted young creatives weaving African storytelling into fashion, among them Kuhle Phumzile Zondo.
AURUM Restaurant: Where Johannesburg's Skyline Meets Culinary Excellence
There are restaurants that impress with exceptional cuisine, and then there are destinations that create an experience so complete that every moment feels carefully curated. AURUM Restaurant, on the seventh floor of The Leonardo in Sandton, belongs firmly in the latter category.
South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026 Celebrates a Landmark Third Edition Honouring Culinary Excellence Across the Nation
The South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026 returned in spectacular fashion for its 3rd annual edition, bringing together South Africa's most celebrated chefs, restaurateurs, hospitality pioneers, and culinary innovators for an unforgettable evening at Hotel Sky Sandton.
South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026 Announces Nominees for Its Third Annual Celebration of Culinary Excellence
The South Africa Restaurant Awards has officially unveiled the nominees for its third annual ceremony, set for 25 May 2026 at Hotel Sky Sandton — with voting open to the public from 13 April to 20 May 2026.
African Startups Raised Over $711 Million in Q1 2026 as Fintech and Energy Lead
TechCabal Insights tracked over 80 deals across the African tech ecosystem in the first quarter of 2026, with disclosed transactions adding up to $711 million.
Ayanda G Thabethe Graces the Cover of Republic Africa March 2026 in a Defining Moment for Modern African Excellence
The March 2026 issue of Republic Africa delivers a cultural statement with Ayanda G Thabethe front and centre — a powerful, elegant and unapologetically African showcase of ambition, influence and refinement.
Courage, Confidence and Compassion — The Ayanda G. Thabethe Story
From Miss South Africa runner-up to model, presenter and advocate — Ayanda G. Thabethe on purpose, authenticity, and the quiet strength of showing up. By Duru Tahir & Unako Giwu.
Huawei Unveils AI Powered Green Logistics Hub in Johannesburg
Huawei has launched a new AI-driven smart warehouse in Johannesburg, its first logistics facility of its kind on the African continent, combining solar energy, intelligent security systems, and fully automated operations.
Huawei Unveils AI-Powered Green Logistics Hub in Johannesburg
Huawei has launched a new AI-driven smart warehouse in Johannesburg, its first logistics facility of its kind on the African continent, combining solar energy, intelligent security systems, and fully automated operations.
REPUBLIC Africa Powers This Year’s NITA 2025 Expansion
Republic Africa champions innovation by powering the NITA — National Innovation & Technology Awards — which arrives at Heartfelt Arena, Pretoria on 3 May 2025, marking the event’s first edition on African soil.
Courage, Confidence and Compassion: The Leadership Africa Needs
Courage, confidence and compassion — three qualities that, taken together, describe the kind of leadership the continent most needs and most rewards.
AGL Takes Over Management of Huawei's Green Intelligent Warehouse in South Africa
AGL has begun full-service management of Huawei's 14,000 sqm green intelligent warehouse in Johannesburg, deepening a partnership that models the future of African logistics.
Best Fashion Icon: The 2026 SA Fashion Awards Shortlist and the State of South African Style
The Best Fashion Icon shortlist at the 2026 South Africa Fashion Awards reads as a referendum on the state of South African style.
Thebe Magugu and Laduma Ngxokolo: The Designers Taking South Africa to the World
Thebe Magugu and Laduma Ngxokolo have, between them, reframed what South African fashion can mean on a world stage.
Africa's Sustainable Fashion Future Unveiled at Twyg's Africa Textile Talks
Twyg's Africa Textile Talks has set out to unveil the continent's sustainable fashion future, placing materials at the centre of the design conversation.
Expresso Wins for the Third Time at the South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026
Expresso has won for the third time at the South Africa Restaurant Awards 2026, a feat that underscores both consistency and the difficult art of staying relevant.