The Constitution: From Cape Town To Limpopo
In 1994 the newly elected parliament already knew that the most pressing matter on the agenda was one that would need the input of more than just the politicians and lawyers involved. While people in suits would drive the process, it was the citizens they represented whose words mattered most. The farm labourers in their gumboots, the domestic workers in their aprons, the miners in their overalls, the masses in rural areas who still relied on relatives working in the cities. These were the people whose voice needed to be heard in the document which would set the new South Africa’s course: The Constitution.
World Book Day
The date’s significance comes from the authors who were born on that day, including Vladimir Nabokov, but also because on that day in 1616 Miguel de Cervantes, Shakespeare, and Inca Garcilaso de la Vega passed away. It is a day about the power of books and reading, how knowledge is preserved and shared across generations. Books can trigger waves of change, igniting revolutions, shifting conversation across time, illuminating the most invisible corners of the world with simple words on a page.
Dr Sooliman: A Life of Service and Humanity | Trailblazer
By Jessie Taylor Dr Sooliman – A Calling Rooted In Compassion Few South African leaders embody the spirit of humanitarian service as profoundly as Imtiaz Sooliman. As the founder of the Gift of the Givers, Dr Sooliman has built one of the most impactful disaster response organisations on the African continent; an institution synonymous with […]
ADvTECH University | In Other News
South Africa’s higher education landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, with the rise of private institutions playing an increasingly prominent role in expanding access, innovation and quality. At the centre of this shift is ADvTECH Group, which is positioning itself to achieve full university status through its evolving tertiary platform. Through its consolidation of leading tertiary brands and the rollout of large-scale campuses, ADvTECH is laying the groundwork for what is widely being referred to as an “ADvTECH University” – a future-facing institution designed to meet the demands of a modern, globally connected economy.
Dr Pandor | Women In Leadership
Naledi Pandor officially assumed the role of Chancellor of Nelson Mandela University from 1 April, marking a defining moment in a career that has seamlessly bridged education, governance and global diplomacy. As Chancellor, Dr Pandor becomes a symbolic and strategic ambassador for the university, tasked with upholding its values while inspiring students, staff and stakeholders. Her longstanding commitment to education as a tool for empowerment aligns strongly with the university’s ethos, rooted in the legacy of Nelson Mandela.
Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund Anniversary
Thirty years after its founding, the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund stands as one of South Africa’s most enduring and influential institutions dedicated to advancing the rights and wellbeing of children. Established in 1995 by the late Nelson Mandela, the Fund has evolved from a modest philanthropic initiative into a powerful development agency shaping policy, advocacy and community-level interventions across the country.
SAIC 2026
At this year’s SAIC South Africa secured the highest-ever investment commitments. The 2026 SAIC confirmed that a total of 81 private sector investment pledges had been made, totalling R415-billion and directly creating 233 312 declared jobs. Overall the conference secured over R889.8-billion in total investment commitments across public and private sectors. The investments span all nine provinces and 22 source markets across five continents. Three quarters of committed capital – R314.6-billion – originates from South African investors, demonstrating deep domestic confidence in the country’s policies and business environment.
Afreximbank – A New Chapter In Continental Trade and Investment
South Africa’s formal accession to the African Export–Import Bank, commonly known as Afreximbank, marks a milestone for both the country’s economic strategy and Africa’s broader journey toward deeper regional integration.
Neo Khauoe, Principal Officer, POLMED
Ms. Neo Khauoe, Principal Officer of POLMED, with over 25 years of experience in healthcare management, speaks to us about the challenges, rewards and benefits of providing affordable healthcare to the South African Police Service.
Golf, but louder! | Sporting Action
If LIV Golf were reduced to one word it would be ‘money’ – lots and lots of money. The value of economic activity the tournament is bringing to South Africa is estimated to be in the region of R740-million. That’s for an event lasting only four days. For the players themselves there is R504-million in prize money to go around. The individual champion gets R67-million and the winning team will share R50-million.