The FIFA World Cup 2026™ journey that began with an unforgettable opening-night celebration in Johannesburg has come full circle, as Lay’s brought football legends and fans together one final time for an electrifying Finale Watch Party in Sandton. As the world turned its attention to the tournament’s final match, Lay’s, the Official Snack Partner of the FIFA World…
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Gen Z measure higher learning far differently from older generations
South African students are less swayed by a college or university’s name, history, and legacy reputation. Gen Z school-leavers are instead judging institutions on how employable a diploma or degree will make them, whether they offer practical learning grounded in real-world skills and knowledge, and how well they respond to their generation’s economic and social…
Brand New Amapiano Docu-Series ‘For The Culture: I Am…An Amapiano Story’ To Air on SABC 1 From August
‘For The Culture: I Am…An Amapiano Story’ is a compelling South African Amapiano documentary series that is set to capture the heartbeat of one of the most influential, cultural musical movements. To air from Sunday, 2 August at 17:30 – the documentary will showcase how Amapiano is more than just a music genre, and is presented as a living, cultural language expressed through…
An Orange Affair as Celebrities, Personalities and Superfans celebrate Playmakers at Cheetos Varsity Football & Varsity Cup Launch
It was a fashionably orange affair as celebrities, cultural tastemakers and sport superfans made a fashionable statement at Cheetos’ recent Varsity Sports launch event. The global snack brand turned up the energy at the Cheetos Playground in Johannesburg, celebrating its new partnership as the official Snack Partner of Varsity Football for the 2026 season, alongside…
The Urban Playground Opens Its Doors at Rosebank Mall – Exciting Expansion for The Brand and Partnership with Robot Boii
Following the success of its Fourways branch, The Urban Playground is expanding its creative reach with a new, dynamic and multi-functional space designed to bring people together through movement, play, creativity and community. Yesterday, The Urban Playground hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony to launch its new venue, growth and forward movement. The Urban Playground at Rosebank mall is set to create the…
Nathi Mankayi Takes “The Buyelekhaya Tour” Across South Africa, Celebrating over 10 Years
After 11 years of demand from fans across the country, acclaimed South African singer songwriter Nathi Mankayi is finally bringing Buyelekhaya back to the stage. Presented in partnership with 1020 Cartel, the nationwide tour of the 2015 classic debut album marks a major milestone in Nathi’s musical journey and celebrates the enduring impact of an…
REPUTATION IMPACTS YOUR BOTTOM LINE. AI DETERMINES HOW MUCH
Marketing budgets have long been dominated by advertising spend, digital channels, and campaign performance. According to South Africa’s top-ranked public relations (PR) agency, PR Worx, the real question is not where companies spend their money, but what they’re investing in. “Advertising rents attention. Public relations buys the building,” says Madelain Roscher, CEO of PR Worx….
Contact learning remains critical as students seek structure and real-world preparation
No generation of South African youth has spent more of its life in digital environments than this one, yet growing numbers are choosing to learn, work, and socialise in physical spaces again. Higher education is part of that return, as students recognise that campus learning brings them closer to real workplace conditions, where they can…
67 Minutes to Build a Lifetime of Impact: youth@WORK Hosts Mandela Day Business Talk Indaba
As South Africa commemorates the legacy of Nelson Mandela through acts of service and meaningful change, youth@WORK will bring together business leaders, entrepreneurs, start-ups, SMMEs, strategic partners and young professionals for a powerful morning of dialogue, collaboration and action at the 67 Minutes of Impact Business Talk Indaba. Taking place on Friday, 24 July 2026,…
SMIRNOFF ICE SETS THE TONE FOR DURBAN JULY WEEKEND WITH MOJO’S CAR WASH & SHISANYAMA PRE EXPERIENCE
In Durban, the biggest cultural moments rarely begin where you expect them to. They don’t start on a stage or under bright lights. They start in everyday spaces where people gather, connect and turn ordinary days into something worth remembering. Mojo’s Car Wash & Shisanyama is one of those places. What began as a small…
