This year marks a watershed moment in the history of the Venice Architecture Biennale, a famous and influential show that has captivated visitors since 1979. An African architect, Lesley Lokko, has taken the unprecedented step of curating the exhibition, and she has made sure that Africa is given a prominent role in the event....
As AI becomes increasingly pervasive in our daily lives—from product suggestions to cutting-edge medical diagnostics—regulatory organisations throughout the world are debating how to rein it in. Conversational AI like OpenAI’s ChatGPT, developed with Microsoft’s support, is revolutionising our relationships with machines and raising serious ethical and regulatory concerns for governments. Keeping up with the...
A recent event has brought to light the struggles of people with body dysmorphia and postpartum depression, which are typically kept hidden amid the colorful cultural fabric of South Africa. An unexpected meeting at a trendy Johannesburg neighborhood poolside ‘braai’ has gone viral, shedding light on how people’s mental health can impact their ability...
A revolutionary South African business is changing the way we give and receive presents at a time when most gifts have a depressingly short life cycle and wind up as dust collectors or landfill debris. Packed With Purpose is transforming gifts from inert tokens into transformative agents of change. How to Give Gifts with...
Middelburg Vineyards has become a symbol of inclusive innovation in South Africa’s booming agricultural economy. Van Loveren, Mzala Wines, and FNB, one of South Africa’s leading financial institutions, have joined forces to create a groundbreaking venture that is changing the face of agricultural entrepreneurship. Middelburg Vineyards is driving transformation, creating wealth, and offering chances...
Welcome to the age of “Silicon Cape,” the bustling world of South African start-ups, where innovation thrives and entrepreneurs are reshaping industries. From the tech-enhanced agricultural fields to the transformative domestic work sector, from the insightful health tech solutions to the streamlined payment systems, and right up to the AI-driven manufacturing sector, these bold...
Employment opportunities are a driving force in human migration patterns within South Africa. Internal migration trends are influenced by several factors, including quality of life, increased security, and efficient service delivery; nonetheless, the search for a job is a key driving driver. Property data analysts at Lightstone found that between 2011 and 2022, the...
As an e-commerce business owner and an accomplished digital nomad, I’ve learned that South Africa can be an ideal destination for those wishing to balance work with adventure. With its rich culture, diverse landscapes, and robust infrastructure, this beautiful nation offers a unique backdrop to your remote work lifestyle. Let me share some insider...
The recent cholera outbreak in Hammanskraal, resulting in the terrible deaths of 23 individuals, has brought the issue of water quality in South Africa into sharp focus. As reports from the Department of Water and Sanitation highlight the worsening quality of water supplies across the country, has cast light on a far bigger problem...