By KOPANO MONAHENG With the world changing rapidly, people often expect something in return when they help others. But Tsietsi Ngobese is different, choosing to give back despite the tough economic challenges facing the country. The young man from Katlehong, Ekurhuleni, has dedicated himself to empowering young people through education. Tsietsi Ngobese, founder of WeSolve4x…
By KOPANO MONAHENG Heavy eyelids, tired faces and early-morning exhaustion filled the classrooms as Grade 5 pupils gathered at Nigel Primary School on Saturday, 10 October, ready to put their mathematical skills to the test. Despite the fatigue, the young contestants were there for one reason: to compete for top honours in this year’s maths…
By KOPANO MONAHENG As Cybersecurity Awareness Month is observed globally in October, Microsoft South Africa and e-Gov are highlighting the growing need to protect government departments, businesses and citizens against cybercrime. Cybercriminals, meanwhile, are finding increasingly sophisticated ways to steal money, access sensitive information and exploit security weaknesses. Throughout the month, organisations will be running…
By KOPANO MONAHENG OCTOBER is National Transport Month in South Africa, providing an opportunity to reflect on the realities facing motorists and passengers in Mzansi. South African Breweries (SAB) is using the month to remind the public that efforts to tackle drinking and driving must continue. Zoleka Lisa, vice-president of corporate affairs at SAB, said…
By KOPANO MONAHENG The wait is almost over! Football fans are counting down to the MTN 8 final, where Orlando Pirates will face Mamelodi Sundowns in a highly anticipated showdown. The 2026/27 season promises another exciting chapter in South African football, with the final kicking off at 6pm tomorrow at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban….
Gauteng MEC for Education, Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Lebogang Maile, will this morning alongside Deputy Minister for Basic Education, Dr Reginah Mhaule lead the official National Senior Certificate (NSC) Pledge Signing Ceremony at Riverside High School in Three Rivers, Vereeniging starting at 08h30. This significant event precedes the start of the 2026 NSC Examinations,…
By THABO MOTLHABI PASSING to the next grade is every parent’s wish, but academic success requires more than classroom lessons. For learners to thrive, they also need opportunities to build confidence, improve their vocabulary and develop their skills beyond the classroom. Lesedi La Batsha After School hosted Spelling Bee Competition on 3 October at the…
Now in its 17th year, the Discovery Schools Soccer programme continues to champion youth health and wellness through football, expanding its reach while creating more opportunities for young South Africans to participate, compete and develop as athletes and individuals. The programme’s October action culminates in the Discovery JVW Diamond League Playoff, taking place from 17–18…
Make Room For Her is a collective call for South Africans to make room for women through awareness, action, support and tangible impact. THiS October, the Bok Women are joining forces with Project Flamingo supported by Engen SA for Make Room for Her, a campaign that brings women’s sport and women’s health together around one…
The Gauteng Department of e-Government, Research and Development, in partnership with Microsoft, will host the Gauteng Cyber Security Summit on 09 October at the Microsoft Offices in Joburg. The summit will see government leaders, cybersecurity experts, technology specialists and key stakeholders come together to tackle the growing threat of cybercrime. The summit comes as October…
