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A STAR REBORN: Sun City Hotel’s glorious comeback
Travel

A STAR REBORN: Sun City Hotel’s glorious comeback

By Sitha Maliwa: For nearly half a century, she reigned supreme. A beacon of glamour, decadence, and possibility. From the moment the Sun City Hotel first opened its doors in 1979, she became more than just a destination - she was a legend. But as time wore on, the shine began to fade. Now, in a spectacular act of reinvention, the grand dame of African hospitality is reborn - and she’s ready to dazzle all over again. After 46 years at the heart of South Africa’s leisure and entertainment scene, the Sun City Hotel has undergone a comprehensive, jaw-dropping transformation - not just a facelift, but a full return to its former glory. “From the day that Sun City Hotel first opened its doors, South Africans have streamed through them, all caught up in the magic ...
FROM TALK TO  ACTION: The 2025 Green Economy Indaba sparks change
Business

FROM TALK TO  ACTION: The 2025 Green Economy Indaba sparks change

By Sitha Maliwa: The air at the 2025 Nedbank Green Economy Indaba crackled with urgency and hope. Business leaders, young entrepreneurs, and changemakers converged under one roof, not just to talk about sustainability but to declare a new chapter in South Africa’s fight for an inclusive, resilient, and greener future. This was no ordinary conference. It was a battle cry. A rallying point. A space where South Africa’s youth stood tall, proving they are not just the leaders of tomorrow, but the architects of today’s solutions. From renewable energy to sustainable farming, from water innovation to green financing, the conversations were fierce, unapologetic, and inspiring. Panels unpacked the Just Transition Framework, probing how inclusivity can be more than a po...
ELEGANCE, SPORT, AND PRESTIGE: The Nedbank International Polo returns
Sports

ELEGANCE, SPORT, AND PRESTIGE: The Nedbank International Polo returns

By Sitha Maliwa The much-anticipated 2025 Nedbank International Polo is set to return to the iconic Inanda Club in Johannesburg on Saturday, 17 May 2025, offering an unparalleled experience where sport, luxury, and high society converge in a day of sheer sophistication. This premier event promises to deliver everything from thrilling polo action to a celebration of fashion and elite socializing. It’s more than just a sporting event; it’s a lifestyle affair that brings together the best of equestrian mastery, world-class hospitality, and the glamour of high society. One of the most exciting aspects of the 2025 Nedbank International Polo is the highly anticipated matchup between South Africa and Argentina, two of the world’s leading polo nations. The event will showcase an ...