JOHANNESBURG- The South African Women in Construction and Built Environment (SAWiC & BE) and the Princess Stella Sigcau Foundation signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) yesterday aimed at strengthening the participation of women in the construction and built environment sectors, while advancing skills development, enterprise growth, and community upliftment. The…
In a bold step towards shaping a greener future, Vodacom South Africa has launched the Eco-Warriors Sustainability Competition, a nationwide learner-led initiative set to mobilise the country’s next generation of environmental leaders. Targeting Grade 9 to 11 learners from Vodacom-supported Schools of Excellence across five provinces (KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, Eastern…
BETHAL- Seriti Green, a black-owned South African renewable energy company today announced that it has achieved financial close and commenced construction on the third phase of its flagship Ummbila Emoyeni wind farm. The project will ultimately deliver over 900 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy capacity across seven phases. The company…
The Metropolitan Collective Shapers (MCS) programme has marked a significant milestone with its national launch, ushering in a new era of support for young entrepreneurs across South Africa. Now in its fourth season, MCS has expanded its reach beyond its initial footprint, bringing its comprehensive support system to aspiring business…
MBOMBELA- An accountant by profession having worked for eight years in the corporate space, Khensani Dlamini says transitioning to farming has been a smooth ride. Dlamini, an organic farmer was one of the exhibitors at the official opening of the 8th Annual Mpumalanga Show last week. The event featured agriculture and…
MBOMBELA – Vodacom has reaffirmed its commitment to socio-economic development in Mpumalanga through strategic investments exceeding R32 million that transform lives in the province. “Guided by our purpose to connect people for a better future, Vodacom Mpumalanga is supporting targeted socio-economic programmes, which uplift communities, create opportunities and drive meaningful…
MBOMBELA – Vodacom Mpumalanga is making bold strides toward digital inclusion by spending R620 million on its network this financial year. This investment is focused on expanding network infrastructure, driving access to connectivity, particularly in deep rural communities and township areas, and demonstrating Vodacom’s commitment to building a digital society…
KABOKWENI – Lerato Sithole (29), a local agri-tourism entrepreneur has fulfilled her life-long dream of becoming a livestock farmer. It’s thanks to her grandmother, who taught her the value of working with nature, not against it from a young age.Speaking to Mpumalanga Mirror, Sithole credits her grandmother’s teachings as the…
MBOMBELA- In efforts to assist Small Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMME’s) to thrive and become more sustainable enterprises, Standard Bank launched the Push’ Ispan Academy Program in the province at Emnotweni Arena on April 16. This initiative allows SMME’s to have access to finance, resources and markets and also address…
MBOMBELA- The National Consumer Commission (NCC) recently collaborated with the Competition Commission of South Africa, the Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development and Tourism, and various regulatory bodies under the Consumer Protection Forum (CPF) to commemorate World Consumer Rights Day (WCRD 2025). The event, held on Friday, March 14 at the…