South Africa is driving ambitious infrastructure renewal, but these plans will fall short without rebuilding trade skills in a shrinking talent pool, warns protective workwear giant Sweet-Orr.

The DLO Energy Skills Initiative – a black female-owned social enterprise developing entrepreneurs for the green economy – is celebrating the graduation of 100 unemployed youth and township-based entrepreneurs who have successfully completed the Solar Panel Cleaning, Maintenance & Green Enterprise Training Programme.

WACO Africa has announced two strategic leadership appointments, reinforcing the Group’s commitment to developing talent internally while driving innovation, collaboration, and growth across its brands.

ElectroBase’s annual Supplier of the Year (SOY) event honoured outstanding partners and suppliers who have played an integral role in the group’s success story. This year marked ElectroBase’s 25th anniversary, a milestone that reflects a journey of innovation, collaboration, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

The annual Sparks Happy Holidays competition is officially open, with some amazing prizes up for grabs from our sponsors. Have you entered yet? It’s super easy.