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WomenIN Festival 2025 - Limitless: No Labels, No Limits, No Apologies       Cape Town, South Africa — This November, women from every walk of life will gather for a one-of-a-kind event that redefines what empowerment truly means. The  WomenIN Festival 2025 , happening on  13–14 November at Cape Town’s iconic Newlands Cricket Ground , is more than a celebration—it's a catalyst for connection, change, and collective power.  Under the theme  “Limitless: No Labels, No Limits, No

Cape Town, South Africa  - 30 October 2025:  First National Bank (FNB) has announced its partnership with WomenIN Festival 2025 , as a lead empowerment partner for the iconic event that brings together women from all walks of life for a phenomenal anticipated two days of celebrating women with purpose.  Taking place on 13–14 November at Cape Town’s Newlands Cricket Ground, the Festival brings together entrepreneurs, professionals, creatives, and community builders under the b

Johannesburg, 20 October 2025 — The South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) has noted the release of the National Gambling Board’s (NGB) 2024–2025 Annual Report, which recorded a staggering R1.5 trillion in gambling turnover over the financial year — up from R1.1 trillion in the previous period. From this amount, R75 billion was generated in gambling profits, with online betting contributing more than half of this figure. Betting alone accounted for R52.3 billio

Johannesburg, October 2025  - With South Africa marking both Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Mental Health Awareness Month this October, the spotlight turns to a lesser-discussed, yet deeply personal subject: how cancer treatment and emotional wellbeing intersect with skin health. Skin, often considered simply cosmetic - is in fact a mirror to our physical and emotional states. During breast cancer treatment, as well as periods of emotional distress or anxiety, the skin can

Johannesburg, September 2025  - In recognition of National Albinism Awareness Month this September, biomedical scientist and skin care expert, Dr. Judey is shedding light on a long-neglected public health issue: the critical and often life-saving skin care needs of people living with albinism - a genetic condition often misunderstood, yet deeply significant in the context of health and inclusion. Albinism is characterised by a lack of melanin pigment in the skin, hair, and ey

Africa’s iGaming sector continues to chart a unique course in the fight against fraud, recording a 14.7% reduction in fraud rates over the past two years, even as global levels rise. The findings, published in the of Identity Verification in the iGaming Industry 2025  report, underline the region’s progress while also exposing the challenges that still stand in the way of a fully secure and seamless player experience. Globally, fraud is escalating. Rates have nearly doubled f

28 August 2025 Africa’s largest Artificial Intelligence & Intelligent Automation event, AI Expo Africa, will be running its highly acclaimed conference & trade show at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa 29-31 October 2025. Now entering its 8th year, the annual AI Expo Africa event unites regional and international AI thought leaders, suppliers, investors and start-ups to discuss and showcase the latest AI and smart tech innovations from the biggest glob

27 August 2025 Their defiant act - delivering a formal petition to the seat of power - was a powerful challenge to systemic injustice. This historic day, led primarily by Black women, has since been commemorated as a symbol of resistance and solidarity, marking a significant milestone in the struggle for equality in South Africa. Sibongile Simelane-Quntana, Executive Director of the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation. Since the advent of democracy in South Africa,

22 August 2025    Kenya’s cryptocurrency sector stands at a pivotal juncture. At the recent Blockchain and Crypto Conference in Nairobi last month, industry leaders underscored a critical reality: while Kenya’s Web3 ecosystem has expanded rapidly, it has done so in a regulatory vacuum. Virtual asset service providers (VASPs) have long operated in a grey zone, but this is set to change.  The newly proposed Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Bill (2025) promises to introduce

14 August 2025 Allan Gray Makers 2025 The three-day event aims to transform the country's trade entrepreneurial ecosystem. South Africa's artisan economy is about to get a major boost with the inaugural Makers Fusion Fest 2025, taking place from 4 to 6 September at the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo Conference Centre. The event, hosted by Allan Gray Makers, will bring together 300 policymakers, entrepreneurs, financiers and artisans to address critical challenges facing the secto

7 August 2025 In a time where diplomacy and business must work hand-in-hand to shape inclusive and sustainable economies, the second edition of the Embassies Business Fair & Conference is set to return with greater impact and ambition. Taking place from 8 to 9 September 2025 at the CSIR International Convention Centre in Pretoria, this high-level gathering follows its successful debut in 2024, which was strategically aligned with Africa’s first-ever G20 Summit. Sihle Dube, ev

South African Responsible Gambling Foundation Johannesburg, June 17, 2025  – As South Africa commemorates Youth Month, the South African Responsible Gambling Foundation (SARGF) warns of a troubling surge in problem gambling among young adults aged 18 to 35. Amid soaring youth unemployment and limited economic opportunities, many are turning to high-risk betting as a perceived income source, often with devastating financial and social consequences.    According to the SARGF’s