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[ITWeb] Offshore online gambling drains over R50b from SA
Two-thirds of South Africa’s R74.5 billion annual gross gambling revenue is being siphoned by illegal offshore online operators based in jurisdictions such as Curaçao, Malta, Gibraltar and the Philippines. This is according to the South African Bookmakers Association (SABA), which says more than R50 billion in gross gambling revenue is diverted offshore each year, with an estimated 16 million South Africans having engaged with illegal platforms in the past year.

Staff Writer
Apr 11 min read
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[NGOHO Media] Entrepreneurship Inter-College 2026 open to all TVET student entrepreneurs
TVET Student entrepreneurs seeking access to business development support and networks should enter the Entrepreneurship Inter-College 2026. Entries are open to all entrepreneurial minded students from the 50 Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges countrywide. Hosted by INSPIRE the competition provides a platform for TVET students to develop and present business ideas or existing ventures, while gaining access to mentorship, feedback and industry netw

Staff Writer
Mar 251 min read
![[FFNEWS] Africa’s Crypto Market Matures: Fraud Rates Drop by 28% – New Sumsub Report](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/178e71_57fff2db12ef4b7b91a014ad1eb09be7~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_333,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_35,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/178e71_57fff2db12ef4b7b91a014ad1eb09be7~mv2.webp)
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[FFNEWS] Africa’s Crypto Market Matures: Fraud Rates Drop by 28% – New Sumsub Report
Crypto platforms across Africa are rapidly improving identity verification performance as the industry moves toward stricter regulation and stronger fraud prevention. These findings are based on Sumsub , a leading full-cycle verification platform that enables scalable compliance, which today released its fourth annual State of the Crypto Industry report *. The new research reveals how crypto companies are balancing fraud prevention, regulatory pressure, and user experience a

Staff Writer
Mar 201 min read
![[South Africa Today] The cost of cheap and fake injectables: How to avoid a botched procedure in South Africa](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/178e71_ed9a34d9b7484a308f4982e2607b8f77~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_333,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_35,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/178e71_ed9a34d9b7484a308f4982e2607b8f77~mv2.webp)
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[South Africa Today] The cost of cheap and fake injectables: How to avoid a botched procedure in South Africa
The beauty world was buzzing last week after News24 broke a story about a young woman who was left with terribly botched and injured lips after getting lip filler. The news outlet reports that the injector who performed the treatment is a local influencer and self-proclaimed “doctor”. The patient knew that something was wrong post-treatment when her lips started bruising and swelling badly, progressively getting worse as the day went on. She visited a doctor, only to learn th

Staff Writer
Mar 161 min read


Opinion: We’ve been told skincare is about beauty… but that’s a lie
There is a simple truth we do not say out loud often enough: Your skin tells the story of where you live, how you live, and what you have been exposed to. In South Africa, this truth is even sharper. Your postcode can determine your risk of chronic inflammation. Your daily commute can determine the onset of eczema. Your access to clean water can decide whether your child develops recurring fungal infections. Skin is biological, but the forces that harm it are profoundly soc

Staff Writer
Mar 91 min read
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[Sowetan] SONIA MAPHOSA | Social workers key to tackling gambling addiction
March is Social Woker Month, a time to recognise the vital role social workers play in helping individuals, families and communities navigate complex social challanges. One issue where their role is often overlooked is with the harm that is inflicted by gambling behaviour that tends to break the family psyche and disrupt family bonds.

Staff Writer
Mar 51 min read


Breaking the silence with an online support group for gambling addiction
The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) has revealed a landmark success in its National Responsible Gambling Programme...
Saturday Star
May 26, 20253 min read
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[SABC NEWS] Discussion | Gambling recovery support group: Sonia Maphosa
In a powerful show of community-driven healing, the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation has marked a major milestone - helping...
SABC News
May 17, 20251 min read


What expectant mothers should know about skin changes during pregnancy
Fluctuating hormones can play havoc with the skin. But with the right knowledge and skincare routine, mums-to-be can navigate these...

Glamour Magazine South Africa
May 8, 20253 min read


Africa’s mobile payment boom demands robust security to safeguard growth
Africa’s digital revolution thrives against odds. As the first mobile-first continent, it pioneered transformative tech.

Jarryd Jensen
Apr 1, 20253 min read


11 reasons why you are losing more than just strands
Let’s face it—hair loss is a confidence killer. Learn some of the common reasons why both men and women may struggle with this condition.
GQ South Africa
Mar 12, 20253 min read
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[BUSINESSTECH] Alarm bells for South Africans with green ID books
The rise of identity fraud in South Africa has sparked alarm, especially for citizens who still rely on green ID books. These documents,...

Staff Writer
Nov 25, 20241 min read


Addressing ingrown hairs and razor bumps in men’s grooming
Dr Judey Pretorius – a leading biomedical expert whose innovative contributions in aesthetic and wound care have revolutionised skin...

Staff Writer
Nov 22, 20241 min read
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[The Citizen] World Diabetes Day: Expert insights on how this chronic disease affects skin health.
Over 4 million South Africans live with diabetes according to the International Diabetes Federation... In recognition of World Diabetes...

Staff Writer
Nov 14, 20241 min read
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[SABC NEWS] Raising awareness about diabetes
Today is the annual global campaign aimed at raising awareness about diabetes. For full interview click on the link below

Nomsa Mdhluli
Nov 14, 20241 min read
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[Expresso Show] Empowering Women Leaders Ahead of the WomenIN Festival 2024
Watch the video below for the full interview:

Staff Writer
Nov 11, 20241 min read
![[IOL] Celebrating National Entrepreneurship Month: empowering women in South Africa](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/178e71_11dd454843bb4f74b5ad6bd918ed5eaa~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_333,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_35,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/178e71_11dd454843bb4f74b5ad6bd918ed5eaa~mv2.webp)
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[IOL] Celebrating National Entrepreneurship Month: empowering women in South Africa
As the calendar turns to November, the country will soon turn its attention to National Entrepreneurship Month, a time to recognise the...

Staff Writer
Oct 24, 20241 min read
![[SABC NEWS] Spotlight on impact of global digital exclusion - Sumsub's Hannes Bezuidenhout weighs in](https://static.wixstatic.com/media/178e71_f3ae0ac65c7445ff8395643d9ee976b7~mv2.png/v1/fill/w_333,h_250,fp_0.50_0.50,q_35,blur_30,enc_avif,quality_auto/178e71_f3ae0ac65c7445ff8395643d9ee976b7~mv2.webp)
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[SABC NEWS] Spotlight on impact of global digital exclusion - Sumsub's Hannes Bezuidenhout weighs in
Sumsub, which is a full-cycle verification platform, says that there's a massive 627 million people globally who, due to lack of digital...

Staff Writer
Oct 18, 20241 min read
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[SOWETAN] Artisan careers are a viable solution for job security
By: Seth Mulli As matric pupils approach the end of their school journey, they are facing pivotal decisions about their future. While the...

Staff Writer
Oct 18, 20242 min read
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