African Roots

Source: www.instagram.com/oreo_southafrica Introducing the exclusive limited-edition Oreo Coca-Cola biscuit! Bringing together Oreo’s playfulness and the magic of Coca-Cola – this may be the collab we didn’t even know we needed!This new taste sensation is a blend of both, offering fans a one-of-a-kind flavour experience. The cookie features two signature Oreo Cocoa biscuits, infused with the…

The WIT Innovator Trust Conference has grown to become a leading women-in-tech platform with a unique focus on women-led ICT SMEs. On Wednesday, 13 November 2024, women SMEs, entrepreneurs and leaders of industry from across South Africa will gather at the prestigious Vodacom World Dome in Midrand, Johannesburg, to attend this year’s auspicious event. “The…

Known for its rich history and cultural diversity, Cape Town also boasts a vibrant medical and scientific community and is one of the continent’s hotbeds for medical and technological innovation. “Cape Town’s robust healthcare infrastructure and focus on medical advancement and quality of care are aligned with Africa Health’s overarching vision, making it a fitting…

Source: Pexels. The Africa Breast Cancer Council is a response to the growing burden of breast cancer on the African continent. Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women in Africa and causes the most cancer-related deaths. Only one in two women in sub-Saharan Africa is currently expected to survive for five years…

Source: Reuters. At 0706 GMT, the risk-sensitive rand traded at 17.64 against the dollar, 0.3% weaker than its previous close. The dollar index was last up about 0.15% against a basket of currencies as bets rose of another potential Donald Trump presidency. “The South African rand whipsawed last week as the USD gained across the…

Source: Pexels This resilience persists despite high interest rates and inflation, which are now stabilising. According to the African Development Bank, Africa is projected to have 11 of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies in 2024, with East Africa anticipated to grow at 5.1% in 2024 and 5.7% in 2025. Kenya has emerged as a standout…

Image source: ximagination – 123RF.com They emphasised that adults continue to hold discussions and make decisions on their behalf without considering their perspectives. The SVRI Forum 24, held from the 21 – 25 October at the Cape Town International Convention Centre is the world’s key research conference on violence against women, violence against children, and…

Source: Supplied. Kabelo Makeke, head of personal and private banking at Standard Bank South Africa. Standard Bank analysed data from over 402,000 individuals who receive their salaries on popular payment dates, including mid-month, the 25th, and month-end. The day before payday, 21% had R1,000 or less, while 28% had negative balances or were using overdrafts….

Source: www.unsplash.com Sponsored by the Egg and Broiler Producers of the South African Poultry Association (SAPA), the awards recognised writers, stylists, and digital content creators who promote South African food culture, with a focus on eggs and chicken. The key awards were as follows: Food Writer of the Year: Christi Nortier, with Arina du Plessis…