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B Mashilo is redefining the perfect fit
Ten years after starting in her parents' garage, designer Bonolo Mashilo of B Mashilo Designs is transforming the South African fashion scene with garments crafted to fit and…
Africa must design and produce its own solutions, says Gugu Motlanthe
Speaking at the launch of Pan Afrikan Design Week 2026 in Cape Town, Gugu Motlanthe urged Africa to move beyond consuming foreign ideas and lead through homegrown, human-centred…
Inverroche: The South African gin that travelled beyond Stilbaai
Once mistaken for an imported European spirit, Inverroche gin has grown from a kitchen-table experiment in Stilbaai into a global brand sold in 25 countries, powered by local…
Ndia Magadagela on the art of betting on yourself
Everlectric co-founder Ndia Magadagela shares key lessons on leaving a comfortable corporate career, taking calculated risks, and building an electric vehicle business in South…
Heritage Beyond the Brand
This Heritage Month, HEINEKEN Beverages highlights how brand heritage is rooted in local communities, driving agricultural development, supplier empowerment, and sustainable…
Quiet luxury with purpose: How a former principal built Avela Lodge & Spa
Former school principal Lindiwe Ginya has built Avela Lodge & Spa in the Magaliesberg, transforming a vision for educational retreats into a thriving sanctuary of purpose-driven…
Women need more than a seat at the table
Beyond mere representation, the Standard Bank Top Women Conference in Sandton highlighted why women in business need real decision-making power, active sponsorship, and economic…
Why financial literacy matters for small business owners
A study by Stellenbosch University highlights how practical financial literacy workshops empower small business owners in South Africa, addressing key hurdles like budgeting,…
Aphiwe Sithole is building a new language for African luxury
Founded by Aphiwe Sithole, Cape Town's SITHOLE Luxury House is redefining African luxury on global runways with narrative-driven, limited-edition eyewear.
South Africa’s creator economy looks beyond brand deals for growth
South Africa’s creator economy is rapidly expanding into a viable commercial industry, offering new entrepreneurial opportunities for youth while sparking calls for collective…
Bold enough to rewrite the industry
Lindiwe Nkuna-Kgopa refused to accept the absence of women-owned, industrial-scale sanitary pad manufacturers in South Africa. Her determination led to the creation of Africa's…
See the woman, not the disability
Masingita Masunga, a businesswoman and media practitioner with 30 years in the industry, argues that Women's Month should focus on creating economic opportunities for women,…
From Representation to Influence: Standard Bank Top Women Conference to Explore the Next Era of Women's Economic Leadership
The Standard Bank Top Women Conference 2026 returns to the Sandton Convention Centre on 8–9 September, bringing together leaders and changemakers to explore the next era of…
FALF DAY 2026: Commercialisation of South African Intellectual Property from Universities
The Female Academic Leaders Fellowship (FALF), sponsored by Standard Bank Private Banking, hosted its annual gathering in South Africa. The event focused on advancing dialogue,…
Hloni Modise Matau is giving women their flowers, now
Hloni Modise Matau, founder of the Basadi in Music Awards, has dedicated years to building a platform that celebrates women in an industry that often overlooks them. Her story is…