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WHAT HAPPENS AFTER LIV GOLF LEAVES We spoke to Richard Glover, General Manager of Southern Guards GC, who broke down what happens after LIV Golf leaves - from the real economic injection to job creation and the social impact often overlooked. This isn’t just about golf. It’s about how global sport reshapes local economies, creates opportunities, and leaves a lasting footprint. Watch the full conversation...
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VODACOM CFO CLOSES “PLEASE CALL ME” CHAPTER Vodacom’s Chief Financial Officer, Raisibe Morathi, expressed satisfaction with the group’s performance for the six months ended 30 September 2025. The company revised its trading statement in early November to account for a legal matter, widely understood to relate to the long-running “Please Call Me” dispute. With that issue now resolved, Vodacom reported impressive results reflecting steady execution of its Vision 2030 strategy and a more stable economic environment. The CFO said the strong financials demonstrate resilience, improved operational efficiency, and growing investor confidence as the company moves into its next strategic phase. Full story -
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LIV GOLF EXECUTIVE APPLAUDS SA “This has been the most hospitable place I’ve been,” said Jake Jones, Senior Vice President of Impact and Sustainability at LIV Golf. He also highlighted South Africa’s growing role as a host of world-class events and its potential to drive meaningful economic and community impact. From sustainability initiatives to job creation and long-term legacy projects, he unpacked what sits behind the tournament beyond the spectacle. Watch the full conversation…
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INTERNATIONAL RETAILER HITS SA MALLS Malaysian retail giant MR DIY has officially entered the South African market, opening stores in Pretoria’s Menlyn Mall and Irene Village. With nearly 5,000 outlets across Asia and Europe, this marks its first African expansion. Unlike rivals such as Builder’s Warehouse and Cashbuild, MR DIY focuses on mall-based stores and home DIY products, offering over 17,000 affordable items. The company plans to open six stores by year-end, targeting value-conscious consumers. Its entry comes as hardware demand shows signs of recovery, driven by easing inflation, interest rate cuts, and renewed household investment in property improvements after years of economic stagnation. Full story -
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INSIDE SASOL'S NEW PLANT A new destoning plant in Mpumulanga
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STORE NUMBER 1,000 FOR CLICKS Clicks Group has celebrated a symbolic 1,000-store milestone with a new flagship outlet in Johannesburg. This achievement means over half of South Africa's populace now lives within five kilometres of a Clicks pharmacy, cementing its market leadership and accessibility. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW 1/ The Clicks Group, led by CEO Bertina Engelbrecht, is listed on the JSE and boasts a market capitalisation exceeding R81-billion. 2/ The company began as a single retail store in Cape Town in August 1968. 3/ Now more than 50% of South Africa’s population currently resides within five kilometres of a Clicks pharmacy. 4/ The flagship loyalty programme, ClubCard, is South Africa’s largest retail scheme, with 12 million members, and recently celebrated its 30th anniversary. 5/ The retailer operates not only across South Africa but also has a presence in Namibia, Botswana, Eswatini, and Lesotho. 6/ Each new store opening, such as the 1,000th outlet, typically creates approximately 20 permanent in-store jobs, alongside five indirect support roles. 7/ Clicks intends to add another 200 stores over the medium term, pushing toward a 1,200-store network while continuing its aggressive pharmacy densification strategy that has already delivered more than 780 in-store dispensaries. Full story - Featured - Bongiwe Ntuli, Managing Executive of Clicks Retailers South Africa
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