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The cannabis industry in South Africa is touted as a potential saviour of the country’s ailing economy. There is R107 billion of value in the local industry waiting to be unlocked. In 2019 Prohibition Partners released their African Cannabis Report, which forecasted the South African medicinal cannabis market value and the recreational cannabis market value […]

Johannesburg – South Africa’s labour market is a very challenging landscape. Lack of opportunities to study further after matric is still a stark reality for many South Africans. According to PWC, even those with tertiary education are facing an uphill battle in finding employment, with about one in ten people who are unemployed in South […]

Johannesburg – Environmental matters took the spotlight during the second night of South African Fashion Week (SAFW) on Friday. This is as three designers showcased ranges featuring elements of sustainability at the OPPO Collections show at The Mall of Africa which played host to fashionistas, celebrities and invited guests who converged in Midrand to get […]

South Africa’s fashion and textile industry has suffered in recent years thanks to cheap imports from China and other emerging markets, but this is starting to change thanks to initiatives like Proudly South African and consumers realising the importance of supporting local talent.   Here we talk to several experts that advise how you can […]

INFLUENCE, South Africa’s newest ideas podcast, has launched. The podcast aims to reclaim intelligent conversation and challenge current perceptions on business, technology, communications and politics. It also aims to provide clarity on a world that is in constant flux. According to INFLUENCE founder and host Lebo Madiba, the idea was to launch the platform as […]

Internationally acclaimed male grooming brand, Bulldog Skincare has officially launched in South Africa. The brand is set to change the standard of skincare by introducing a range of products specifically formulated for male skin that use quality natural ingredients, all at an affordable price. With the South African male grooming market growing by a reported […]

We have an individual and collective responsibility to ensure sustainable development In the 2019 Future of Payments in SA report by Deloitte and Mastercard it is stated that “although 80% of South Africans have a bank account, most consumer transactions are still cash-based” and that a “relatively high share of consumers (45%) receive cash salaries.” […]

“Leading technology developer, OPPO is excited to continue its partnership with South African Fashion Week (SAFW), as it challenges old-age norms through the empowerment of South African culture and true authenticity. With four local designers tasked to curate a line inspired by innovation, it highlights the significant impact that technology has on the global creative […]