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Peter van Binsbergen, Chief Executive Officer: BMW Group South Africa

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In observation of World Food Safety Day, the EHPs of the Klein Karoo area, are supporting the theme: Food Safety: From Burden to Solutions – safe food everywhere” by promoting cleanliness and food safety at spaza shops in the Oudtshoorn and Ladismith areas. “Through inspections, education, and engagement with shop owners, EHPs encourage proper hygiene practices, safe food handling and regular cleaning of premises,” said GRMD’s Municipal ...

Former SA Steel Mills owner Rafik Mohamed has been detained at the Midrand police station in a development that could mark a significant escalation in investigations surrounding the troubled steel manufacturer.

Sources familiar with the matter confirmed to the Mail & Guardian on Tuesday night that Mohamed was being held at the police station.

The reasons for the detention and any potential charges could not immediately be established.

The development comes amid ongo ...

The proper gravel of the Garden Route Giro set the scene for a stellar first edition and will provide the base for the 2027 race, too. Photo by Shift Media Co. “The Garden Route Giro route will remain challenging, but balance distance and difficulty with fast tar road sections and breathtaking views. For every mountain pass ascent, there will, of course, be a thrilling descent, and we’ve seen that the strength of the groups makes traversing undulating roads fun, fast, and efficient. We will b ...

The world of music lost one of its most-beloved voices on Tuesday, June 2, when two-time Grammy Award-winning R&B singer Peabo Bryson died at the age of 75. Surrounded by his family, Bryson died just days after suffering a stroke, leaving a legacy that stretches across five extraordinary decades of music.

“We are tremendously moved by the outpouring of love, prayers and support from fans, friends and colleagues around the world,” his family said in a statement. “His ...

Challenger Series competitor Louise Lepront from Scottburgh at Vic Bay © Kody McGregor VICTORIA BAY, SOUTH AFRICA – The countdown to the 2026 Rip Curl Vic Bay Surf Pro continues, with event organisers confirming a range of prizes, partner activations and event activities ahead of competition getting underway in June.

The Rip Curl Vic Bay Surf Pro QS 2,000 and Rip Curl Vic Bay Pro Junior will once again bring South Africa’s top surfers to Victoria Bay as they compete for valuabl ...

Nearly three years after South Africa launched its genocide case against Israel at the International Court of Justice, the court has set a new timetable that will keep proceedings before judges in The Hague until at least 2029, while the death toll in Gaza continues to climb and the court’s binding provisional measures remain in force.

The Presidency announced on Tuesday that the ICJ has given South Africa until 22 November 2027 to file its Reply to Israel’s Counter-Memor ...

A gripping performance of the muchongolo traditional Tsonga dance, the ululating of women, thunderous applause from a delighted, predominantly rural audience, the beating of drums and a message-driven choral music rendition echoed through Kruger National Park’s Nombolo Mdhluli Conference Centre — named after a legendary ranger who worked at the globally acclaimed conservation area for 52 years.

For forestry, fisheries and environment minister Willie Aucamp, the historic occasion prov ...

SAGA Thinus Labuschagne Peet van Schalkwyk Coenie du Preez “Junior golf remains incredibly close to my heart,” said Labuschagne.

“I am passionate about growing the game among young players and helping create opportunities for the next generation to develop their skills and compete at the highest level.”

Buurman, currently the Vice-President of Mpumalanga, has been involved in golf administration since 2014 and served in several roles within Mpumalanga golf before being elect ...

As new car prices continue to rise, along with the price of fuel and the broader cost of living, buying one of South Africa’s more affordable cars is no longer as inexpensive as it once was.

For buyers shopping below the R23 0000 mark, the gap between new and nearly new is worth looking at closely. A one-year-old version of the same car might have low mileage and warranty cover remaining but with part of the first year’s depreciation reflected in the price.

AutoTrader used c ...

The terrific trio from the Garden Route, Sharon House (George), Denver Johnson (Garden Route District) and Thozeka Sikali, promoting the Garden Route at Indaba 2026. This year’s inspiring theme, “Unlimited Africa: Growing Africa’s Tourism Economy,” the team joins thousands of tourism professionals, buyers, exhibitors and media representatives from across Africa and international markets to promote the exceptional experiences, natural beauty and investment opp ...

Winter in Johannesburg changes people.

The city slows down a little. Mornings become dramatic. Everybody suddenly owns a long coat. Coffee shops fill up quicker than during other seasons. Plans start with “Are we sitting inside?” And fashion? Fashion becomes serious business.

Because winter dressing is not for the weak.

Unlike summer, when you can survive with sunglasses and vibes, winter forces people to think. Layering becomes intentional. Sneakers matter more. Te ...

KKNK Kannas 2026 Anna Davel en Melisizwe Plaatjie ¬ Natalie Gabriels Photography Excellence at the KKNK, sponsored by Absa, is rewarded with Kannas annually through the Kanna Awards. This year’s gala event was hosted at Leopard’s Leap in Franschhoek, with Nina Swart as host and entertainment by the Papier Family Band.

KKNK Kannas 2026 Anna-Mart van der Merwe ¬ Natalie Gabriels Photography The 30th KKNK, sponsored by Absa, was presented in Oudtshoorn from 28 March to 4 April 2026, wit ...

As conflict in the Middle East redraws global shipping routes, scientists are warning that South Africa’s west coast is becoming an emerging danger zone for whales.

Thousands of commercial vessels avoiding instability in the Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz are rerouting around the Cape of Good Hope, dramatically increasing maritime traffic through some of the world’s richest whale habitats.

New preliminary research presented to the International Whaling Commission by researcher ...

AfriForum’s neighbourhood team removes trees from the road With the help of AfriForum’s emergency fund and in cooperation with Kaapse Forum, the George branch provided approximately R50 000 worth of food to around 1 000 children in the Blanco area of George. These children were temporarily displaced from, among others, residences and places of safety after the storms struck the area and disrupted the electricity supply. AfriForum’s emergency fund is specifically used to support communit ...