Hammond Pole Attorneys says rising civil debt litigation reflects growing financial pressure on South African households, making it increasingly important for consumers to understand their legal obligations. According to Elandri Brecher, distinguishing between arrears and the total outstanding balance can materially affect how consumers respond to debt enforcement and the options available to them.

The official opening of Kingsburgh Junction on Thursday, 23 July, marked an important milestone for retail development on KwaZulu-Natal's South Coast, introducing a modern convenience shopping destination designed to better serve the growing communities of Kingsburgh and its surrounding suburbs.

Today’s decision to leave the interest repo rate at 7% despite rising tensions in the Middle East and a strong possibility of increased inflation is good news for both residential property buyers and sellers according to Tyson Properties.

Recognises organisations whose excellence, reliability and innovation ensure that goods, services and people reach their destinations efficiently.

Honours manufacturers whose commitment to excellence strengthens industries and creates employment while creating products.

Standard Bank clients with an annual turnover exceeding R100 million.

As South Africans mark Mandela Month, a time dedicated to service, solidarity and making a positive difference in the lives of others. PinkDrive and Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) are launching a health outreach campaign that will bring life-saving screening, awareness and education services to communities across KwaZulu-Natal, the Eastern Cape and Mpumalanga.

First, it was the laptop we brought home “just in case”. Then it was the smartphone on the bedside table. Now it is the smartwatch on our wrist, vibrating through dinner, school runs, holidays and sleep. This is why holidays must be seen as essential maintenance, but the real challenge is not finding time for a holiday. It’s learning how to disconnect once we’re on it.

A new national campaign, 10,000 Reasons to Believe in South Africa’s Future, is calling on people across the country to step forward to support leadership in South Africa’s public schools.

Africa’s greatest horse racing and social event, the Hollywoodbets Durban July, is edging closer to delivering R1 billion to the eThekwini economy this year, capping a remarkable turnaround story for an industry that was on the brink of collapse just a few years ago.

As tensions surrounding undocumented immigration continue to escalate in KwaZulu-Natal and across South Africa, legal expert Susan Abro of Susan Abro Attorney, is warning that while the law provides clear mechanisms for dealing with unlawful immigration, private citizens cannot assume the role of law enforcement.

Great food does more than satisfy hunger; it creates connection through flavour, tradition and shared experience. Drawing on the Culinary Roots trend identified in Unilever Food Solutions’ Future Menus 2026 report, Chef Latoya Marivate shares practical insights into scaling recipes while preserving the authenticity, character and craftsmanship that give them their lasting appeal.

Most people choose the colour of their new wheels with their heart, but beyond aesthetics, your car’s colour could influence its value, upkeep, and everyday comfort for years to come. It’s not that one colour is right and another wrong; it’s about understanding the trade-offs. From visibility on the road to comfort in the summer sun, maintenance, and even resale appeal, the car colour you pick can define your driving experience long after you leave the showroom.

The race to crown KwaZulu-Natal's favourite brand is officially underway as voting opens for the highly anticipated KZN Top Brand 2026 Award. Unlike the category awards, which are judged by an independent panel, the KZN Top Brand Award is decided entirely by public vote, giving customers, employees, suppliers and communities the opportunity to support the brands that have made a meaningful impact on their lives.

The KwaZulu-Natal Clothing and Textile Cluster yesterday marked a major milestone, celebrating two decades of growth, innovation and industry leadership at its 20th Anniversary Annual General Meeting.

In many townships and local communities, cash remains the dominant way people pay for everyday goods and services. However, the growing use of mobile banking apps, QR codes and digital payment platforms is gradually changing how transactions take place in schools, churches, tuckshops and informal trading spaces.

KZN Top Business Battle of the Brands is well underway!

The KwaKha Collective is a 100% youth-led organisation dedicated to driving meaningful youth economic participation across KwaZulu-Natal. Founded by a team of professionals from law, finance, accounting and entrepreneurship, the collective is committed to ensuring that young people become active participants in the economy rather than passive observers.

Grant Adlam is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of KZN Top Business and KZN Business Sense. Based in Westville, Durban, Grant has been an influential figure in the KwaZulu-Natal regional business economy since 1998. With a career defined by resilience and strategic evolution, he has successfully steered his organisations through decades of economic transformation by adhering to a core philosophy that prioritises positive storytelling to celebrate business success and d

2026 KZN Top Business Awards, brought to you by Standard Bank and the Women of Africa Group, and in association with East Coast Radio.

Voting is open for the KZN Top Business Awards, giving you the opportunity to support the brands, businesses and organisations that make a difference in KwaZulu-Natal.

South African businesses do not need to look far for a cautionary tale. The fallout from the Steinhoff scandal continues to reveal how weak governance, inadequate scrutiny of business relationships, and unchecked transactions can destroy billions in shareholder value. What began as aggressive growth ultimately became one of the country's most expensive lessons in the cost of insufficient oversight.

A strategic partnership between Ensure Ubuntu and eThekwini Municipality is delivering tangible improvements in safety, cleanliness, and social upliftment in Durban’s inner city.

2026 KZN Top Business Awards, Brought to you by Standard Bank and the Women of Africa Group, and in association with East Coast Radio