Author: Staff Writer
The highly anticipated Mushroom Farm Shopping Centre officially opened its doors on Thursday, 30 October 2025, redefining the local convenience retail landscape with over 50 curated retail and service offerings. Owned and developed by Century Property Developments, the R600-million centre sits at the corner of Allandale and President Roads, in the heart of the Kyalami–Waterfall node. Its name pays homage to its history as a working mushroom farm neighbouring the original Waterval Farm, now Waterfall Estates. Conceived with input from local residents, the centre has been designed as a social and lifestyle hub anchored by a central community piazza. Japie…
OPPO has announced the launch of the OPPO A6 Pro 5G in South Africa, bringing exceptional battery life, dependable durability and powerful performance to local consumers. The launch builds on OPPO’s commitment to making advanced and reliable technology accessible to all South Africans, from busy professionals and creators to outdoor adventurers who expect a device that keeps up with them. “South Africans lead dynamic lives and their smartphones should do the same,” says Bradley Young, Head of Retail at OPPO South Africa. “With the A6 Pro 5G, we are delivering a device that lasts longer, performs better and inspires confidence…
Rand Mutual Assurance (RMA) has announced that its life assurance subsidiary, Rand Mutual Life (RML), concluded a strategic agreement with B3 Insurance Brokers and B3 Funerals Soweto (which are registered Financial Service Providers) to underwrite B3 policies to RML. This landmark deal marks a significant step in strengthening the delivery of funeral assurance services to South African families. Since 1991, B3 Insurance Brokers and B3 Funerals Soweto have served South African families through their funeral parlours and related financial services, operating across five provinces with a network of 23 branches. The arrangement enables B3 to offer tailor-made life insurance solutions…
South Africa’s unemployment crisis remains one of the gravest in the world. The latest labour data shows joblessness at 33.2% overall and an alarming 62.2% among youth (ages 15–24). Yet thousands of digital roles remain unfilled. According to recent ICT sector data, more than 118,000 digital and tech jobs are open nationwide, 40,000 of them entry-level positions. While millions search for work, thousands of digital roles remain vacant. Tech-education leader HyperionDev is highlighting how accessible, outcomes-based training can close that gap, offering affordable, mentored bootcamps in coding, data, and software engineering designed to get learners career-ready within months, not years.…
The decision to remove South Africa from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) greylist provides a timely confidence boost for the country’s residential property sector, and a strong signal that it is open for business. “After almost two years of intense scrutiny and rigorous monitoring, this delisting points to renewed confidence in our country’s financial systems and processes. This decision will have far-reaching positive implications for various sectors, including property,” says Bradd Bendall, BetterBond’s National Head of Sales. “Five repo rate cuts since November 2024 have already helped to reignite market activity, and this delisting is likely to attract fresh…
The appointment of Lloyd Mhlanga as Chief Executive Officer of Big Five Duty Free is more than a mere corporate promotion; it is the culmination of a journey defined by determination, resilience, and leadership. This new chapter, energised by the strategic entry of Maponya Investment Holdings as a significant shareholder, places Mhlanga at the helm of Sub-Saharan Africa’s leading travel retail operator at a pivotal moment. His story is not just one of ascending to the top, but of the seasoned expertise and purposeful vision he brings to guide a beloved South African brand into its ambitious future. Born in…
Big Five Duty Free, Sub-Saharan Africa’s leading travel retail operator, today announced a transformative strategic shift with the entry of Maponya Investment Holdings (MIH) as a significant new shareholder, and the appointment of industry veteran Lloyd Mhlanga as its new Chief Executive Officer. This strategic combination of aligned, purpose-driven South African capital and seasoned leadership marks the beginning of an ambitious new growth chapter for the company, which operates key retail locations at Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban airports. The investment by MIH, a leading family-run business with a legacy of decades of successful South African entrepreneurship, establishes a formidable…
DFA has announced the appointment of Paul Divall as Chief Commercial Officer, marking a pivotal step in its strategy to sharpen commercial execution and strengthen market engagement. Divall brings a unique perspective to the role, having served in multiple capacities within the telecommunications industry. His appointment underscores the company’s commitment to aligning its strategy, products, operations, and support with customer needs. “Delivering value and making it easy for our customers to do business with us is central to how we will win in this industry,” says Divall. “Some of my focus areas will include simplifying engagement, ensuring service commitments are…
The Southern Africa Telecommunica ons Networks and Applications Conference (SATNAC), Africa’s leading ICT research and innovation event will take place in Hermanus, Western Cape from 30 November to 3 December 2025. Hosted by Telkom, SATNAC 2025 will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, academics, and innovators under the theme: “Africa’s Ascent: Towards a Sustainable and Resilient Future enabled by secure Next-Genera on Infrastructure, Digital Technology and Artificial Intelligence.” Now in its 28th year, SATNAC is recognised as the continent’s flagship platform for driving dialogue, collaborate on, and knowledge-sharing across the digital ecosystem. The 2025 programme features keynote addresses from industry experts,…
Prosus, a global technology investor, announced it will list Brazilian Depositary Receipts (BDRs) on the B3 stock exchange. The BDRs will trade under the ticker symbol “PRXB.” This move provides Brazilian investors with direct access to Prosus, a major backer of leading Latin American tech brands like iFood, Movile, and OLX Brasil. Two Prosus BDRs will represent one of its American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). The listing strengthens Prosus’s long-term commitment to Brazil and its regional ecosystem strategy, which focuses on high-frequency platforms in food delivery, fintech, and classifieds. “Prosus has supported local founders and technology platforms since the earliest days…