The Freedom Front Plus (VF Plus) lodged a complaint with the Public Protector (PP) against the Speaker of the Tshwane Metro Council, Mncedi Ndzwanana. The step was taken in an effort to ensure accountability after he was once again accused of undermining democratic processes in the Metro. The complaint follows the urgent court application currently before the Gauteng Division of the High Court regarding the suspension of the City Manager, Johann Mettler. The Freedom Front Plus endorses the legal …
Are You Automating Work That Should Not Exist?
Durban: CAG Executive Question of the Week Before you automate another task, have you asked whether that task should exist at all? A Finance Manager spends three hours every Friday combining information from several spreadsheets. Operations sends its figures in one format. Sales uses another. Someone manually checks the totals, corrects missing information and produces a management report. Then somebody suggests AI. “Can’t we automate this?” Probably. But that may be the wrong question. If the …
How Much Do Press Release Portals Charge?
Top South African press release submission and distribution platforms include MyPR, mypressoffice, MyBizPress, MyPressPortal and Bizcommunity. These platforms help distribute corporate announcements, B2B news, and media releases to regional and national audiences. Most have free tiers so that users can ‘sample’ the effectiveness of each platforms reach. Be aware, though, that reach will differ from platform to platform and offer to offer. For example, MyPR has an extensive lists of …
Volkano Energises the Randburg Harriers Challenge
Johannesburg – Volkano took the Randburg Harriers Challenge to another level, transforming the event into a celebration of fitness, community, and fun. With over 75 Volkano Team runners joining more than 6,000 participants, it was a day filled with energy and camaraderie. Runners could choose from three distances: 5 km, 10 km, and 21.1 km, and Volkano proudly showcased its largest corporate running team yet. This speaks volumes about the brand’s dedication to encouraging active living and …
Former Chairperson (2012–2014), Education Leader, Governance Practitioner, and Community Activist Returns to Lead the Organisation’s Board
KEY POINTS Zwoitwaho Nevhutalu has been appointed Chairperson of Kagiso Trust, effective 1 July 2026. Nevhutalu has been associated with Kagiso Trust since 1986 and previously served as Chairperson from 2012 to 2014. He brings extensive experience in education, governance, community activism and democratic participation. Nevhutalu succeeds Mankone Ntsaba, who has completed a distinguished six-year term as Chairperson. Kagiso Trust has announced the appointment of Zwoitwaho Nevhutalu as …
When Should Babies Have Their First Eye Exam?
Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting the importance of early eye health awareness, encouraging parents to understand when their baby’s vision should be checked and what warning signs to look out for. A baby’s eyesight develops quickly during the first year of life. As they grow, babies learn to focus, follow movement, recognise familiar faces, and use their vision to explore the world around them. Because they cannot tell parents when …
Demand for EVs Continues Its Growth Across Europe and South Africa With Chinese Brands Increasing Market Share, New Olx Data Shows
Every electric vehicle market tracked by OLX Group (“OLX”) is still growing at double- or triple-digit rates, and Chinese automotive brands are capturing a growing share of that demand, according to new data published recently. OLX, a global online classifieds leader with nearly 60 million daily listings across seven markets, has today published The Great Acceleration: East Meets Electric, which examines consumer demand for electric vehicles across five OLX automotive marketplaces: …
Tshwane City Manager Case Appears Before Court
Today, the High Court, Pretoria Division, heard the applications relating to the suspension of the Tshwane Municipal Manager. The matters were stood down until tomorrow. ActionSA wishes to clarify its position in relation to these matters, given that the City is led by Dr Nasiphi Moya as an ActionSA Mayor, and in light of the extent to which the opposition has sought to mislead residents regarding both ActionSA’s role and the Mayor’s statutory responsibilities. The matter before the courts …
OAK Law Publishes Guide on Protecting Companies When a Director or Major Shareholder Dies
Pretoria law firm explains how misaligned shareholder agreements and estate plans create paralysis at the moment a business can least afford it. PRETORIA, South Africa — OAK Law has published a guide addressing one of the least discussed but most damaging risks in South African company ownership: what actually happens to a business when a director or major shareholder dies without the shareholder agreement and estate plan working in step with each other. A company does not pause for paperwork. …
iCAUR V23 Puts Safety Technology to Work in Everyday Driving
With a 5-star ASEAN NCAP rating, all-road capability and added driver-assistance technology on the AWD model, the V23 is designed to help drivers feel more confident behind the wheel. The iCAUR V23 uses transparent corner radar and a 15.4-inch HD central screen to give drivers a clearer view of front, rear and side blind spots. More than a dozen driver-assistance systems, including AEB, Lane Departure Warning, Auto Hold and Electronic Stability Control, support everyday driving situations …