Get Ready to Ruck and Roll: How South Africans Can Gear Up For Rugby World Cup 2023
Between now and 28 October, rugby teams from around the globe will be facing off at the 2023 Rugby World Cup in France. But the pressure is on full blast for South Africa: The Springboks are not only defending their 2019 championship title but also gunning to outdo New Zealand with the most World Cup […]
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Unplaced Learner Concerns Mount In Western Cape: Urgent Solutions Needed
The Western Cape Department of Education (WCED) is currently grappling with the challenge of placing 529 pupils who are in Grade 1 and Grade 8, due to late applicants. This is an annual issue across the country stemming from inadequate capacity, further compounded by semigration, particularly in economic hubs like the Western Cape, which makes it challenging for schools […]
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The Power Of Looking Back: How 90s And 2000s Nostalgia Is Shaping Consumer Choices
From the return of low-rise jeans to the reboots of classic TV shows like The Fresh Prince of Bel Air and Full House, the 90s and 2000s are clearly making a comeback. Driven by a complex mix of global anxieties such as the cost-of-living crisis and ongoing wars, Millennials and Gen Zs are seeking comfort in a time when they […]
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How South African Startups Can Successfully Bootstrap Amid Global Capital Shortage
In the midst of market fluctuations, inflationary pressures, and economic uncertainty, a global capital shortage has emerged, impacting startups across the world. Recent data reveals a significant decline in both the volume and value of funding deals in Africa, with the number of South African startups securing funding in 2023 plummeting to the lowest level in six years. Notably, 99% of South African […]
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10 Ways To Slash Rising Electricity Costs
Starting from 1 April 2024, prepaid electricity prices have increased by 12.74%, resulting in an average electricity tariff rise from around R1.84 per kWh to approximately R2.07. With households averaging 350kWh per month, South Africans are now expected to pay in the region of R724.50 monthly– up from R644. This adjustment does not take into account municipal […]
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Load Shedding vs Load Curtailment: Counting The Costs For Industry
As of 1 March 2024, Eskom has taken over load shedding in the City of Ekurhuleni. This, was after the city reportedly failed to execute power outages when required. However, the metro has negotiated with the power utility for load curtailment to be implemented instead, which will see businesses reportedly being responsible for reducing their […]
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