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From zero to R35 billion in 22 years
Brenthurst Wealth has grown from a small, independent boutique to one of South Africa’s largest wealth managers, with R35 billion in assets under management.
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Brenthurst Wealth has grown from a small, independent boutique to one of South Africa’s largest wealth managers, with R35 billion in assets under management.
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How can children be taught that they matter beyond what they accomplish – or don’t – in our modern society’s toxic culture of high grades, prestigious university attendance and material possessions?

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Current South African rand value compared. See what 1000 ZAR can buy locally and abroad using recent exchange rates.
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South Africa
Nominations open for eThekwini sports awards
The eThekwini Municipality has officially opened nominations for its inaugural eThekwini Sports Awards, calling on the public to recognise outstanding sporting talent and achievement across the city.
The awards programme is aimed at recognising and celebrating athletes, coaches, administrators, teams, and individuals who have excelled in...

South Africa
Executive Mayor Nasiphi Moya says the metro spent millions on privately operated tankers.
South Africa
Nelson Mandela Bay reinforces status as world class sporting destination
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has confirmed that the opening day of the ISUZU IRONMAN African Championship, held on Saturday, 18 April 2026 at Hobie Beach, was successfully executed without incident.
Municipal officials said all scheduled races were delivered safely, supported by integrated planning,...

South Africa
Lt-Gen Manamela accused National Commissioner Fannie Masemola of protecting corrupt police officers

World
Robots competed in a half marathon race in Beijing on Sunday, with the winning machine leaving its human rivals for dust.

World
Police say a preliminary investigation shows it may be a case of an “unlawful disposal of unclaimed corpses”.

World
South Korea’s Joint Chiefs of Staff says the launches happened on Sunday morning from the North’s eastern Sinpo area.

World
The Mariana is a 145-foot dry cargo vessel registered in the U.S. It suffered engine failure Wednesday as a massive typhoon bore down on Saipan and nearby islands.

Africa
The country’s biggest musician Teddy Afro laments a lack of unity in the country on his new track.

Africa
For centuries the prized sculptures, central to national identity, have been kept outside Zimbabwe’s borders.

Africa
Bellarmine Mugabe was arrested in February following the shooting of a 23-year-old man at his home in Johannesburg.

Africa
The BBC speaks to a student who pushed for his toe print to be taken to verify his identity.

Business
Van Eck backed South African bonds during the biggest selloff in history, and has been rewarded with massive returns.

Business
Two South African restaurants have been selected once again for the 2026 World’s 101 Best Steak list, with Stellenbosch’s VUUR restaurant ranking 52nd and Johannesburg’s The Blockman ranked 98th.

Business
Barbara Middleton says she cannot afford to staff the government’s free breakfast clubs.
Business

Politics
The party has instructed regional, branch committees across the SA to convene meetings on Sunday.

Politics
ActionSA says Mkhwanazi has brought both the EMPD and the City of Ekurhuleni into disrepute.

Politics
Malema on Thursday received a five-year sentence and is expected to appeal the sentence.

Politics
DA leader Geordin Hill-Lewis has denied that this is conflating the party and the state.

Sport
John Dobson pulled no punches after the Stormers’ 33-24 home defeat to Connacht in Cape Town on Saturday afternoon.

Sport
Pacific FC forward Alejandro Diaz scores against Halifax Wanderers in the Canadian Premier League, the first instance of a “daylight offside” situation resulting in a goal.

Sport
The first goal allowed under the experimental “daylight” offside rule is scored in Canada

Sport
Gaston Sirino has not had the best of seasons with Kaizer Chiefs, and with his contract ending in June, he is unlikely to get a new deal.

Education
Sale of vocational training brand and million-pound executive pay deals now subject to Charity Commission inquiry
When electrician Charlie Butler was contacted by City & Guilds last autumn, he received a shock.
He had branched out to launch a new company schooling future sparkies in Essex, offering City & Guilds-affiliated courses and qualifications. When the representative from the training...
Education
On college campuses from the Northeast to the Southwest, the conflict in Iran is testing the fealty of young Republicans during the second Trump administration.
Education
Advice on building a rewarding work life, even amid employment gloom.
Education
The $7 million KidSTREAM museum was the brainchild of a former teacher looking for a place to entertain her young daughters.

Lifestyle
The outlook for SASSA Children’s Grants for May 2026 looks to be off to a good start. Here’s what’s improved from last month …

Lifestyle
‘Real Housewives of Durban’ star Jojo Robinson has given the public an update on her skin cancer removal surgery…

Lifestyle
EFF leader Julius Malema has praised his legal counsel after he was granted bail for leave to appeal his reckless firearm sentence…

Lifestyle
British pop singer Dua Lipa and her actor fiancé, Callum Turner, shared a look inside their recent trip to South Africa…

Entertainment
The Lions remain on track to feature in the quarter-finals, but have three tough games coming up.

Entertainment
Pietersen questioned whether Garyn Phillips was actually injured or if the Ospreys deliberately nullified the scrum battle.

Entertainment
Heading to the south of Johannesburg? You may want to use these detours.

Entertainment
“We will likely have a bigger coaching group given the number of players and, in some cases, two matches per week.”
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Science/Tech
Hisense’s midrange U7 TV gets some high-end upgrades, but the competition is only getting stiffer.

Science/Tech
Swap out your creaky old box fan for a new model that lights up, mists, or even follows you around the room.

Science/Tech
Our top Apple Watch recommendation fluctuates in price. If you’re in the market, now’s a good time to buy.

Science/Tech
Whether you’re near or far, keep an eye on your fur baby with our favorite pet cameras.

Motoring
Besides hybrid options, South African car buyers have several fuel-efficient compact SUVs to choose from.

Motoring
For the same price of a new and much smaller sedan, you can be large and in charge.

Motoring
Kia’s premium double-cab bakkie has finally landed in South Africa.

Motoring
Hyundai is selling cars on WhatsApp in South Africa.
Health
With shortages of medical professionals and an aging population, thousands of community health care workers prevent older adults from falling through the cracks.
Health
An upcoming executive order is intended to accelerate research into the compounds’ efficacy in treating PTSD, depression and other mental health problems, officials said.
Health
The numbers are the first to quantify the effect of the Trump administration’s shutdown and restarting of a program that has saved millions of lives worldwide.

Health
BBC Verify breaks down how fake viral images of celebrities at Coachella are actually AI generated.