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Glamour Re-Gained
The current collections of Christian Louboutin, Abra, Phoebe Philo, Balmain and more, recontextualised alongside archive designs by fashion greats, from Giorgio Armani to Gianfranco Ferré PhotographyMark KeanStylingRobbie Spencer Lead Image This story is taken from the Autumn/Winter 2026 issue of AnOther Magazine: Elodie is wearing a top and skirt by ABRA Left: Alaina is wearing a dress (back to front) by MM6 MAISON MARGIELA. Hat by PHOEBE PHILO. Gloves by SPORTMAX. And tights by WOLFORD.
Ranked 33rd and Not Invited
Ranked 33rd in the world. Located 40 minutes from the venue. Not invited to the AMJ Masters Tier 2. Over the past number of weeks, a lot of people have asked why our team isn’t in the Grand Slam of Curling event in London next week. I wish I had an answer. Three teams were given “local invite” spots into the first Grand Slam event of the season, the AMJ Masters Tier 2 in London. For bubble teams like ours, opportunities like this are rare and they matter.
Chloé’s A/W25 Collection is an Exploration of Sex and Strength
PhotographyMark KeanStylingRobbie Spencer Lead Image This story is taken from the Autumn/Winter 2025 issue of AnOther Magazine: Hair: Tom Wright at Streeters. Make-up: Thom Walker at Art + Commerce using MAKE UP FOR EVER. Manicure: Chisato Yamamoto at Caren using Juicy by KURE BAZAAR. Set design: Suzanne Beirne at Bryant Artists. Casting: Julia Lange at Art Partner. Models: Théa Almqvist at Perspective Management, Karyna Maziar at Storm Management and Libby Taverner at Premier Model Management.
Preppy Fashion Is Back (With a Twist)
Emporio Armani jacket, $1,195, armani.com; J. Press vest, $215, jpressonline.com; Hodokova shirt (worn underneath), bergdorfgoodman.com; Bally top (worn underneath), $240, bally.com; Wales Bonner shorts, price on request, walesbonner.com; and Prada belt, price on request, prada.com. This season, classic staples like argyle sweaters and trench coats pair up with recycled leather, edgy hardware and other unexpected flourishes. Emporio Armani jacket, $1,195, armani.com; J.
Prada Summer 2024 Campaign
by Mark Kean Prada Summer 2024 Campaign shot by Mark Kean. Design: Miuccia Prada, Raf Simons, Styling: Olivier Rizzo, Hair Styling: Patti Bussa, Make-up Artist: Helena Komarova, Manicurist: Annarel Innocente, Casting Director: Ashley Brokaw, Models: Ayo Hassan, Finlay Robinson, Hamin Yu, Ilya Vermeulen, Penelope Ternes, Pierrick Grégoire, Qin Lei, Rejoice Chuol
Eskom will run coal power stations for longer than planned - BusinessTech
South Africa’s state-owned power utility needs to run some coal-fired plants for longer than their planned retirement deadlines to avoid leaving the national grid “vulnerable,” according to its chief executive officer. Eskom Holdings SOC Ltd. has approved a plan to keep using at least three stations that were scheduled to close over the next few years until 2030. For years, an unreliable power system has hit South Africa with blackouts that crimp economic growth.
Another healthcare group joins the chorus of warnings over the NHI in South Africa - BusinessTech
Life Healthcare has joined the growing list of companies crying foul over the National Health Insurance (NHI) Act. Last week, President Cyril Ramaphosa signed the NHI Bill into law. This new legislation aims to address the country’s healthcare inequality and establish a government-run fund to buy healthcare products for the population. Like many other companies in the health sector, Life Healthcare supports the idea of universal healthcare.
The Reserve Bank warns of a major risk to South Africa’s economy - BusinessTech
South African economic growth could be severely stunted if carbon taxes are widely imposed on its exports, according to a new report by the country’s central bank. The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) said the hit could reach 10% of exports and more than 9% of gross domestic product in 2050 under a worst-case scenario in which carbon taxes are slapped on all exports by all trading partners.
Big petrol price cut coming in June - BusinessTech
Data for the third week in May shows that South African motorists are in store for a sizeable cut to prices – with petrol and diesel in line for reductions. According to week three data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF), petrol and diesel prices are showing an over-recovery of between 83 and 90 cents per litre. Petrol prices could be coming down by 84-85 cents per litre, and diesel prices could be cut by 86-90 cents per litre.
Trouble for jobseekers in South Africa - BusinessTech
Hiring activity in South Africa is down, with more job seekers fighting for the few jobs available. According to CareerJunction’s latest employment insights for Q1 2024, hiring activity dropped by 11% compared to Q1 2023. “Slowing hiring activity evident in the South African recruitment market may be partly attributed to current economic uncertainty,” said CareerJunction.
South Africa kisses the ‘next generation of doctors’ goodbye - BusinessTech
An Immigration expert has noted that thousands of doctors and other healthcare workers have left South Africa over the NHI, and more will follow as the Global North can’t get enough of them. President Cyril Ramaphosa has made good on his promise to sign the National Health Insurance (NHI) Bill into law before the 2024 national election, bringing the contentious healthcare system into South Africa’s reality. The president signed the NHI into law at a ceremony on Wednesday (15 May).
Engen expansion plans in South Africa - BusinessTech
Petroleum group Engen and Vivo Energy have announced the completion of their merger, with the combined group laying out commitments to invest and expand Engen’s operations in the country. The commitment comes after competing brand, BP, announced a similar long-term strategy to invest in South Africa a week after Shell announced it would be exiting the downstream (service station) business in the country.
CTU Training Solutions prepares students for the future with transition from Legacy to Occupational Qualifications - BusinessTech
CTU Training Solutions, a leading private tertiary education institution in South Africa, is gearing up for a significant transition in the country’s education landscape. As of June 30, 2023, the institution will bid farewell to legacy qualifications, paving the way for the adoption of occupational qualifications aligned with current industry demands.
How much your life is worth in South Africa - BusinessTech
Placing a value on human life can be incredibly difficult and even controversial. However, these cold numbers are an absolute must when determining the cost-benefit of infrastructure, environmental, medical, and insurance projects and budgeting for social interventions or getting insurance. Knowing the monetary value of human life is important for governments and policymakers to make key decisions.
8 most expensive countries for South Africans to visit right now - BusinessTech
Six currencies are currently even stronger than the US dollar, and thanks to the rand, some of the countries that trade in these currencies are among the most expensive for South Africans to travel to. The South African rand has had a less-than-ideal start to 2024, hitting over R19/$ on a couple of occasions, thanks to geopolitical events and global economic trends such as the hawkish Fed that has yet to start its cutting cycle for interest rates.
Big visa changes for South Africa are back - BusinessTech
The Department of Home Affairs has re-gazetted amendments to South Africa’s immigration laws, after previously gazetting and then withdrawing them. On 28 March, the DHA published the amended immigration regulations. However, because this was a day before the closing date of the public comment period, the minister, Aaron Motsoaledi issued a notice withdrawing the changes.
Private security booms in South Africa - as trust in police tanks and criminals make a killing - BusinessTech
South Africa’s high crime rate and subsequent anxieties resulting from it, coupled with inefficiencies and a lack of trust in the South African Police Service (SAPS), has provided fertile ground for a sector to boom, protecting those who can afford to pay for it – private security. The private security industry has experienced a more than 400% increase in active personnel since 1997, an almost 86% increase in registered firms since 2014, and growth to an estimated worth of R50 billion.
The people who want to be president of South Africa - BusinessTech
South Africa’s seventh democratic general election is just over a week away, with a record-breaking number of parties and independents looking to make the Union Buildings in Pretoria their new office. Fifty-two political parties will feature on the national compensatory ballot, with numerous others, including independents, appearing on regional and provincial ballots.
More pension pain on the cards for South Africans: Coronation - BusinessTech
Coronation expects to see industry-wide outflows later this year as the South African economy continues to struggle. In its financial results for the six months ended 31 March 2024, the group said that the South African equity market returns remained relatively weak amid the challenging economic situation, while global markets delivered strong returns.
Ramaphosa promises NHI won’t be looted like the R500 billion Covid fund - BusinessTech
President Cyril Ramaphosa has said that the widespread corruption within government during the Covid-19 pandemic served as a learning curve, assuring that the National Health Insurance (NHI) would not face the same fate. However, the President said that while numerous precautions can be taken from the lessons learnt from Covid, “people who want to steal will always find loopholes,” and thus, action on corruption needs to be taken as it comes.
One major flaw in Gauteng’s new licence plate plan - BusinessTech
The Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) believes Gauteng’s new “high tech” number plates will be costly, driving motorists and mainly businesses to register their plates elsewhere, which could significantly impact Gauteng’s revenue. In February 2024, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi announced that with the introduction of upgraded license plates, every Gauteng resident renewing their car license disc would also need to apply for a new number plate.
Strong growth for South African software development company Codehesion - BusinessTech
South African software development company Codehesion has achieved strong growth over the past two years, more than doubling its revenue and staff size. This growth was driven by Codehesion taking on multiple new clients and a range of mobile app and software development projects. Codehesion founder and CEO Hector Beyers said key highlights from the past two years included growing their revenue over three-fold, and doubling their staff size to take on major development projects.
New ISP launching in South Africa - BusinessTech
Balwin Properties says that it is in the process of launching its own internet service provider (ISP) in South Africa, which will add another annuity revenue stream to its lifestyle estate business. The ISP is one of several expanded business offerings established within the annuity group in the 2024 full year, but not yet launched.
Why homeowners need to act on climate change - and the money they’ll save - BusinessTech
Climate change may rank low on the average South African’s list of concerns, but according to Standard Bank’s Head of Climate Solutioning for Personal and Private Banking Clive Spitz, households are already being affected. “We may not realise it, but climate change is having a direct impact on our families and particularly our homes,” said Spitz. “Access to electricity and clean drinking water has often been limited, yet our utility bills are increasing.
Zuma not allowed to stand for Parliament: Constitutional Court - BusinessTech
The Constitutional Court (ConCourt) has found that former President Jacob Zuma is not eligible to stand for election to the National Assembly because of a prior criminal conviction. In a unanimous decision delivered by the ConCourt on Monday, May 20, 2024, the court found that there was no difference between a conviction for a criminal offence and a civil conviction for contempt of court.
Nedbank launches Bank Your Time - Save time when managing your money - BusinessTech
Nedbank has launched its new Bank Your Time campaign, which employs new and existing digital solutions to help its customers save time while banking and enjoy Greenbacks rewards as a result. The Bank Your Time campaign was officially unveiled on 16 May at the Nedbank Group Head Office in Rivonia, and MyBroadband was invited to attend. This campaign was inspired by the increasing prevalence of digital banking, which now accounts for nearly 30% of Nedbank’s customer banking in South Africa.
Naked vs Pineapple vs Discovery vs Santam vs Old Mutual and more - BusinessTech
Naked Insurance offers the cheapest car insurance in South Africa, a price comparison from BusinessTech shows. Despite being essential in protecting your assets, getting insurance quotes is often a tedious process, with many South Africans dealing with call centre agents who try to sell you on convoluted packages. Thus, we decided to sacrifice our own time and contact details and compare car insurance prices.
Police ramping up in ‘high risk’ areas ahead of election - BusinessTech
The National Joint Operational and Intelligence Structure (NatJoints) says it will ramp up police visibility in areas that have been identified as “high risk” ahead of and during the 2024 elections. NatJoints has declared its readiness to handle any potential violence and disruptions related to the 2024 elections by closely monitoring and bolstering security at high-risk areas and voting stations, as well as keeping a watchful eye over inciteful rhetoric on social media.
Shoprite vs Woolworths vs Spar vs Pick n Pay - BusinessTech
Shoprite is South Africa’s biggest retailer by several metrics – not only in terms of its store network, but also in terms of sheer sales volume, revenue and growth. South Africa’s retail landscape is proving challenging, coming off significant disruptions from the Covid-19 pandemic and then straight into a power and cost of living crisis.
Allan Gray warns of new investment scams in South Africa - BusinessTech
Allan Gray is the latest South African financial services provider to warn of AI-enabled scams in the country. Given the increase in fraudulent schemes targeting unsuspecting individuals looking to increase their wealth, Allan Gray’s Faizil Jakoet said that investors need to remain vigilant.
Meet the South African bosses who earn up to R685,000 a day - BusinessTech
Remuneration reports from South Africa’s top 5 biggest mining companies revealed their CEOs’ massive salaries in 2023, with some earning triple that of the best-paid banking CEOs. According to the Minerals Council of South Africa, the mining sector is an important contributor to South Africa’s fiscus and its citizens. Over the last financial year, the South African mining industry contributed R425.6 billion or 6.2% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Rand shakes off election jitters - eyes move under R18 to the dollar - BusinessTech
The rand has started the week on the front foot, strengthening as South Africa’s election risk premium dissipates – and it may even test a move under R18 to the US dollar. On Monday (20 May), the rand traded as low as R18.11 to the dollar as pre-election polls pointed to a more settling ‘status quo’ for South Africa in the coming elections.
Warning over major coalition risks for South Africa - even if it’s ANC and DA - BusinessTech
Fitch International research company BMI has warned that coalitions between the ANC and the biggest opposition parties hold significant risks for the country – even the more “favourable” tie-up with the Democratic Alliance (DA). The researchers noted that in the unlikely scenario that the ruling African National Congress’ (ANC) vote share falls to 40% or below in the upcoming general elections, a coalition between the ANC and South Africa’s main opposition parties could be on the way.
Another international business exits South Africa - BusinessTech
Following a series of high-profile exits from South Africa in recent months—including Shell, BNP Paribas and Rolex—international streaming service BritBox is reportedly next to call it quits. First reported by prominent and independent TV writer, Thinus Ferreira, and then confirmed to MyBroadband, the streaming service is wrapping up and exiting the country in August 2024, just three years after launching.
South Africa is saving itself from Eskom - BusinessTech
The energy crisis, government inaction, and rapid cost decline has meant that those wanting an uninterrupted power supply have increasingly moved towards private, renewable energy sources. An analysis from The Outlier highlighted this, showing that private businesses and individuals have been flocking to rooftop solar and wind for power over the past couple years.
The twisted ‘good’ news about the NHI - BusinessTech
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s disregard for input from the private sector regarding South Africa’s National Health Insurance (NHI) has resulted in a completely unworkable system being made law—which is a twisted sort of good news for the Act’s opponents, as the scheme is unlikely to actually materialise.
Big turn for South Africa’s financial markets - BusinessTech
The most pivotal South African election in decades is already turning the tide of the country’s financial markets. Money has been pouring into the country on a bet that the African National Congress will win enough of the vote to avoid being forced by left-leaning coalition partners to implement less market-friendly policies. South African bonds absorbed the most cash in April since Bloomberg started tracking the data in 2019, and the trend is continuing in May. Stocks are at a 15-month high.
Ramaphosa’s social grant scare tactics fall flat - BusinessTech
Social grants to reduce poverty feature prominently in the campaign promises of political parties in South Africa’s 2024 national and provincial general elections, set for 29 May. The country’s social grants system is one of the largest in Africa in terms of number of beneficiaries. Research shows that this has helped reduce poverty. About 26 million to 28 million social grants have been paid every month to children, older persons, people with disabilities and the unemployed.
Ramaphosa’s slap in the face to business in South Africa: report - BusinessTech
President Cyril Ramaphosa reportedly blindsided businesses and business leaders close to him by signing the National Health Insurance into law this week despite giving them strong indications that he would not.
How much you would have if you invested R1,000 in Discovery, Netcare and other health stocks - after the NHI bombshell - BusinessTech
Discovery was particularly affected by the NHI’s singing, while other South African medical insurers with a more diverse portfolio seemed to stem investor jitters. Additionally, although the signing of the controversial bill impacted South Africa’s JSE-listed hospitals, the lack of growth in medical aid is a growing concern.
It took taxpayers in South Africa 141 days to pay for government in 2024 - now you’re ‘free’ - BusinessTech
20 May 2024 marks “Tax Freedom Day” in South Africa – the first day of the year on which the nation as a whole has theoretically earned enough income to pay off the government’s tax burden. From 1 January until 20 May, all the income earned by tax-paying South Africans is needed to pay for one year of government spending. Put another way, this means that the average South African taxpayer has had to work 141 days to pay their taxes in 2024.
12 of the best-selling cars in South Africa - with pricing - BusinessTech
Despite a still struggling market, thousands of South Africans purchased a new car last month, with some clear favourites among the country’s new car owners. The South African automotive industry’s eight-month streak of reduced sales has finally ended. The sector recorded a marginal improvement of 2.2% to reach 38,172 units in April 2024.
BusinessTech is the best website for your executive announcements - Here’s why - BusinessTech
BusinessTech is the perfect website to announce your new executive appointments. This is thanks to its influential audience of 5 million monthly readers, the majority of whom are C-level executives, business owners, company directors, managers, and professionals. Executive announcements published on BusinessTech get your message out to this influential audience and allow you to reach your industry’s most important role players.
Why your home isn’t selling in South Africa - BusinessTech
Selling a property in South Africa right now is extremely challenging, but sellers may still be making some mistakes that are keeping their properties on the market for longer. The real estate market is currently battling elevated inflation, 15-year high repo rates, economic uncertainty and slow house inflation.
New hate speech laws in South Africa - what employers need to know - BusinessTech
President Cyril Ramaphosa has signed the Preventing and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill into law, and Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr says that employers should read the new legislation about the nation’s employment laws. The Bill states that a hate crime is an offence where the offender is encouraged by prejudice towards a victim of a crime due to specific or perceived characteristics, including race, gender, sex, sexual orientation, religion, language, disability, HIV status and more.
Social unrest warning for South Africa - police on high alert - BusinessTech
A threat analysis conducted by police crime intelligence has highlighted concerns that the upcoming elections could be disrupted by violence, intimidation, and possible boycotts in certain areas of the country. These worries have been echoed by several researchers, who fear that threatening rhetoric from some key political players, compounded with South Africa’s numerous societal woes, provide fertile ground for discontent.
Semigration driving South Africans to these hotspots - this is what you can get for R2 million up - BusinessTech
Coastal property markets continue to perform better compared to inland areas, according to the Seeff Property Group. The group said that its own sales data shows that prices paid in the coastal regions remain among the highest in the country, with semigration driving the trend. The group highlighted a variety of regions along the Garden Route and into the Cape proper, where prices now range from R1.5 million for sectional titles to over R10 million in estates, depending on the region.
Here are all 21 Chinese cars coming to South Africa in 2024 - so far - BusinessTech
South Africa’s vehicle market is set to become even more competitive, as 21 Chinese cars will make their debut in the country before the end of 2024. In recent months, several new brands, such as GAC Motors, Foton, and LDV, have announced their plans to enter the market. LDV has already launched its first vehicle, the T60 bakkie, and is set to introduce an SUV, MPV, and panel van in the near future.
Faking sick notes in South Africa - you’re committing fraud - BusinessTech
South Africa has seen a boom in medical certificate abuse both in public and private sectors – with numerous labour court cases highlighting that forging a sick note and handing that to an employer constitutes serious misconduct. It amounts to dishonesty and fraud and serves as a fair reason for dismissal.
Winter tips for renters in South Africa - BusinessTech
Winter is just around the corner for South Africa, and there are several ways that tenants can ensure that their rental property remains in good condition over the winter months. Richard Gray, CEO of Harcourts South Africa, said that it is essential for South Africa to do regular maintenance on their rentals and provided five tips to help. Firstly, tenants should seal windows and doors, as drafts can seriously increase heating costs. “Check for drafts around windows and doors.
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