On a clear morning in April 2021, a plume of smoke rose over the slopes of Table Mountain, signalling a tragedy that would leave a scar on the nation’s collective memory. The fire that consumed the University of Cape Town’s Jagger Library did not just burn books; it incinerated unique African archives, film collections, and […] Digital Heritage: Preserving South African Culture in the Metaverse
A Bold Vision for Sustainable Innovation In the heart of South Africa’s burgeoning technology landscape, Khoi Tech is positioning itself as a leader in green technology investment, export opportunities, and talent development. This Soweto-based company, founded in 2020, is driving innovation that strengthens South Africa’s position as a glob... KHOI TECH: PIONEERING A GREENER FUTURE FOR SOUTH AFRICA
South Africa is emerging as a leader in climate action and sustainable economic development, leveraging its green economy to tackle environmental challenges while driving inclusive growth. As the country prepares to host the G20 Summit in November 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined a vision that integrates environmental stewardship, econo... Investing in the Green Economy: South Africa’s Blueprint for Climate Leadership and Sustainable Development
When the question of innovation within the science and technology fraternity arises, South Africa is right up there among other nations that have made significant contributions to the fraternity. With a number of innovators and inventors that keep pushing the envelope, it seems our national flag may not be coming down from the helm anytime [&hellip... Celebrating South Africa’s contribution to Science and Innovation
As a country that hinges on Ubuntu as a way of life, we understand that we are because you are. That is why the Brand South Africa initiative, Play Your Part was launched 11 years ago, to not only shed light on active citizenship but also encourage South Africans to uphold our key values as […] Empowering Young South Africans through STEM Education
Covid19 lockdown, which saw the two editions of this event hosted largely in a hybrid format. The summit has grown exponentially over the years into a two-day showcase including multiple elements, gathering of various stakeholders of the Buy Local movement, including manufacturers and producers, corporate buyers, enterprise development agenc... Veteran broadcaster Shado Twala’s Sauce takes the stage for the first time at the Proudly South African Buy Local Summit and Expo
By Mduduzi Malinga Tygerberg Hospital is the first public hospital in South Africa that has successfully performed a robot-assisted surgery in February this year. Introducing this advanced technology is a first for both patient care and surgical innovation in the country’s public health system. The da Vinci surgical system is a robotic surgi... Tygerberg Hospital, the first public hospital to perform robotic surgery
Living in an increasingly digital world necessitates ongoing examinations on the effects of online presence and users’ responsibilities thereof. This has become even more important given the rapid rise in online users including the increased reliance on digital technologies for information, entertainment, retail, education and delivery of work duti... Digital Citizenship: The Importance of Online Caution and Compassion
By Mduduzi Malinga In a first for South Africa’s space industry, three locally produced nanosatellites for the Maritime Domain Awareness Satellite constellation (MDASat-1) launched into space as part of US aerospace company SpaceX’s Transporter-3 mission. *Nano-satellites are small satellites weighing between 1 kg and 10 kg. They cost less bu... South Africa launches three ‘nano satellites’ on SpaceX rocket
As the country celebrates women delivering incredible achievements in their respective fields in August, this year also marks the year of celebrating Charlotte Maxeke, a black female science graduate who would have been 150 years old. With that said, it is therefore only befitting that light be shed on where South Africa stands in the […] ... SOUTH AFRICAN WOMEN BREAKING THE GLASS CEILING IN THE STEM INDUSTRY
South Africa celebrates Women’s Month every year in August. A month that pays tribute to the more than 20 000 women who marched to the Union Buildings on 9 August 1956 in protest against the extension of Pass Laws to women. This year’s commemoration was held under the theme: “The year of Charlotte Mannya Maxeke: […] FEMALE DRIVERS TO MOVE THE E-HAILING INDUSTRY
In 2021, South Africa commemorates the 45th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto Uprising and in 2020 the African Continental Free Trade Area came into effect (AfCFTA). These two moments are incredibly important because one event gives us the opportunity to reflect and honour the sacrifices of those that came before us, while the other paves […] ... AfCFTA: A conversation of growth for the continent’s youth
Africa is a continent rich in diversity, culture and natural resources. The continent has always relied on the drum beat, rhythm and dance to bring hope to its citizens during some of the toughest times in history. The hit song ‘Jerusalema’ by South African music duo Master KG and Nomcebo became a phenomenon of such […] African Unity Strengthened to Fight A Common Enemy
Tech in Africa is creating new frontiers for the continent and is rising rapidly against the rest of the world, drawing investment opportunities in the sector. More and more African tech start-ups are being acquired by international companies. Many of these technologies are mobile-based and are built off the back of Africans being willing to experi... TECH IN AFRICA IS CREATING A NEW FRONTIER
The rate of transformation across industries is snowballing at extraordinary rates. According to Deloitte’s The Future of Mining in Africa 2018 Report, the rapid advance of innovation in mining, coupled with regulatory changes, will change the way that African mines operate and requires careful consideration of the impact for mining stakeholders. T... Innovation and Sustainability – A conversation on the future of mining in South Africa
A South African company has been named the top agency at the Global Purpose Awards 2020 in the United Kingdom. The awards recognise campaigns that use creative ideas successfully to further positive causes, and acknowledge the organisations behind them. The awards are open to agencies, brands, public sector bodies, charities and NGOs throughout Eu... SOUTH AFRICA’S WOMEN-LED AGENCY BECOMES THE FIRST LOCAL AGENCY TO WIN PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL AWARD
Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams, together with Gauteng MEC for Finance and e-Government Nomantu Nkomo-Ralehoko, will on Friday 14 August 2020 host a webinar with women in ICT. The webinar theme is: Women Disrupting Technologies: Reflection in times of pandemics. It will also feature women professionals in... Minister Ndabeni-Abrahams, MEC Nkomo-Ralehoko to host webinar with young women in ICT
South Africa is filled with innovative thinkers, all of whom are coming up with ways to change the world and create jobs for fellow South Africans, these are the innovations of 2019. South Africa – Innovation thrives in countries where there are fewer options for employment. In South Africa, there is plenty of innovation. During […] ... 8 Incredible South African Innovations of 2019
The South African government is delighted to spearhead an affiliate centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR), under the World Economic Forum (WEF) banner. Members of the media and CSIR partners gathered in Pretoria on Tuesday for the C4IR Business Breakfast Consultation ahead of the centre launch, set to take place on the sidelines of [&h... South Africa leads the pack on the African continent ahead of WEF 4IR Affiliate Centre launch
Collaborate – Innovate – Disrupt: Propel to 2020. This was the dialogue that buzzed among aviation professionals at the 2019 Board of Airline Representative of South Africa (BARSA) Aviation Summit on Thursday 28 February 2019. The one-day BARSA Aviation Summit sees high-level government and private sector representatives across aviation... Brand South Africa partners with BARSA Aviation Summit
Brand South Partners With Netflix to Celebrate and Showcase South Africa’s value proposition & its Vibrant Cultures Ahead of G20 Summit
