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BY MUFARO MHARIWA
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Sep 5, 2024
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Mufaro Mhariwa is MOG’s Business and Lifestyle writer. Though initially drawn to the field of IT, which he studied for a time, Mufaro ultimately discovered his true passion in the world of writing. Deeply spiritual, Mufaro finds peace and guidance through reading and meditating on the Bible. In his pursuit of physical strength and well-being, he maintains (or tries to) a disciplined routine at the gym. When he isn’t writing and reading, you can find him outside drenched in sweat. Mufaro is a sports enthusiast and enjoys playing soccer, tennis, padel, basketball, table tennis, and swimming. He also has a love/hate relationship with running. His athletic talent was evident from a young age, having played for the Manchester United Academy at 11. With a rich background in writing, Mufaro aims to produce enriching content that not only educates the reader but answers all their questions.
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Mar 6, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Apple’s Busy Week of Launches, But the MacBook Neo Is the Real Story
Apple had a very busy week, announcing a wave of new hardware across its lineup. We saw a new iPhone, a refreshed iPad, updated Studio Displays, and new MacBook Pros. On paper, it looks like a sweeping update across almost every major product category. But once you look past the usual upgrades, one product stands out as genuinely interesting: the MacBook Neo. This is a brand-new entry-level laptop designed for people who may have found the MacBook Air just a little too expensive to justify....
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Mar 6, 2026 ∙ 2 min
ASICS and HAL STUDIOS Reimagine the GEL-NYC™ 2.0
ASICS has unveiled the HAL STUDIOS x ASICS GEL-NYC™ 2.0, the first instalment in the H.S.D.T. Signature Series. Created in collaboration with HAL STUDIOS, the release reinterprets the GEL-NYC silhouette through a design approach that blends ASICS’ performance heritage with HAL STUDIOS’ philosophy-driven perspective on materials, culture and urban movement. Building on the duo’s previous collaboration, the GEL-NYC™ 2.0 is positioned as more than a seasonal refresh. Instead, the sneaker...
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Mar 3, 2026 ∙ 2 min
How inDrive Is Responding to Ride-Hailing Risks
In recent months, South Africa’s e-hailing sector has once again found itself under scrutiny. What had become an unfortunate norm, passengers facing unsafe situations, has been compounded by incidents revealing the other side of the equation, where drivers themselves have been placed at risk, in some cases with tragic outcomes. Safety in the ride-hailing economy is no longer a one-sided conversation. It is a systemic issue that affects both rider and driver, and one that requires visible,...
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Feb 26, 2026 ∙ 6 min
The Galaxy S26 Launch: Innovation in Privacy
Last night, the 25th of February 2026, was the launch of the Samsung Galaxy S26 series. I walked in with tempered expectations. Smartphones feel like they’ve reached a plateau. Cameras are excellent. Displays are sharp. Performance is rarely an issue. Genuine, hardware-led innovation has become incremental rather than transformative. TM Roh, CEO and Head of the Device eXperience Division at Samsung Electronics, opened the keynote by framing artificial intelligence not as a feature, but as...
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Feb 25, 2026 ∙ 3 min
From Smart Bricks to the World Cup Stage: Why LEGO’s Trophy Is More Than a Collectible
Not long ago, we explored how the LEGO Group is evolving beyond the bricks many of us grew up with. The introduction of smart play elements and interactive builds signalled something important: LEGO is not content with nostalgia alone. It is actively engineering relevance for a new generation. And yet, for all its innovation, LEGO’s enduring strength lies in something simpler. It never gets boring. Into Formula 1? There’s a build for that. Obsessed with architecture? Covered. Romantic enough...
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Feb 20, 2026 ∙ 3 min
A R270 Million Investment in Gqeberha’s Youth and Tourism Economy
Twenty-five cruise ships are scheduled to dock in Gqeberha this season, nine of them staying overnight. That level of activity signals renewed confidence in the city as a destination. It also poses a pressing question: is the local hospitality sector equipped with the skills and workforce required to meet rising demand? The challenge is not hypothetical. The Federated Hospitality Association of South Africa has recently raised concerns about mounting staffing pressures across the tourism...
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Feb 18, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Not Apple’s iCar: The Electric SUV Heading to SA
When iCAUR first appeared at the Festival of Motoring last year, it sparked curiosity. The name alone invited double takes. No, not Apple’s long-rumoured iCar. Something arguably more tangible is on the horizon. Now, the Chery Group’s new-energy adventure brand is preparing for its official South African launch in May 2026. And if the early engineering brief is anything to go by, the story may be less about screens and software, and more about metal, manufacturing and meticulous detail. At...
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Feb 17, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Why 2026 Marks a Turning Point for Global Marketing Talent
Global marketing firms are hiring again after a prolonged slowdown, but the rebound does not resemble a return to pre-pandemic agency life. Offices are not reopening at scale. Traditional team structures are not being rebuilt. Instead, firms are reshaping how work is designed, leaning into permanent, distributed roles that serve international clients across markets and time zones. Recent indicators suggest early momentum. The RMB/BER Business Confidence Index rose to 44 points in the fourth...
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Feb 13, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Sony’s WF-1000XM6’s Are Finally Here
Three years after the release of its WF-1000XM5 earbuds, Sony has introduced the next generation in its flagship 1000X series, the Sony WF-1000XM6. The new truly wireless earbuds arrive with a series of upgrades that many users had been anticipating, most notably improved noise cancelling, refined sound processing, stronger connectivity and a redesigned fit. Alongside the launch, Sony has also introduced a new Sand Pink colour option for its Sony WH-1000XM6 over-ear headphones. The update for...
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Feb 12, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Why Compact Cars Are Driving SA’s Used Market Boom
South Africa’s used car market has opened 2026 with notable momentum, posting double-digit growth in January and reinforcing a shift in how consumers are navigating an increasingly cost-conscious environment. According to the latest AutoTrader data, 34,452 used vehicles were sold in January 2026, up from 30,742 in December and 30,961 in January last year. That translates to a 12.07% month-on-month increase and an 11.28% rise year-on-year: a strong start off the back of an already resilient...
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Feb 10, 2026 ∙ 2 min
The Quiet Craft Behind Clifftop’s Remarkable Guest Experience
Have you ever gone to a restaurant or hotel and been treated so well that the experience stays with you long after you’ve left? You might assume it was simply kindness, good manners or luck. And while genuine warmth always plays a role, the truth is that some establishments operate with an almost obsessive commitment to quality control. Not just in the food or the setting, but in every interaction, every gesture, every moment of care. Clifftop Exclusive Safari Hideaway is one of those places....
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Feb 9, 2026 ∙ 5 min
Mazda CX-60 Individual Review: What Makes It a Quiet Contender in the Range
Understated, elegant, and effortlessly premium. Meet Mazda CX-60 Individual
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Feb 6, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Huawei Signals a Serious Return to Running With Eliud Kipchoge
Huawei is signalling a renewed focus on performance-driven wearables with the announcement of a new partnership with marathon icon Eliud Kipchoge and the dsm-firmenich Running Team. The partnership appoints Huawei as the team’s official technology partner and signals a calculated return to the professional running watch space, five years after the launch of the original WATCH GT Runner. Kipchoge’s involvement adds weight to that ambition. Widely regarded as one of the greatest distance...
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Feb 5, 2026 ∙ 3 min
Dis-Chem Returns R350 Million to Customers in Just 100 Days
Just 100 days after the launch of Dis-Chem’s reimagined Better Rewards programme, the healthcare retailer has already returned more than R350 million in savings to South African consumers. That figure matches the full-year value historically delivered by its previous Benefit Card loyalty programme, achieved in a fraction of the time. The pace of uptake signals strong early momentum and positions Better Rewards to return well over R1.5 billion in value within its first year, as customer...
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Feb 4, 2026 ∙ 5 min
Why Is AI Everywhere? and Often Unnecessary
Yes, AI. Just a few years ago it popped up as that one thing you could use instead of a Google search to get a more personalised answer, and now it’s everywhere. There’s ChatGPT, Grok, Perplexity, Deepseek, Gemini and many others. They generate images, videos, plan your entire vacation and essentially do anything you ask. What once felt like a step into the future is now, quite frankly, obnoxiously in your face all the time. I liken AI to puberty. Before you reach it, you hear about how your...
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Feb 4, 2026 ∙ 5 min
Five Smartphone Trends Redefining the Modern Phone
Technology changes every year, but one of the clearest ways to track where it is headed is by looking at the device most of us use every single day: our phones. Five years may not sound like a long time on paper, yet in smartphone terms, it might as well be a generation ago. Cast your mind back to phones like the iPhone 13 or the Samsung Galaxy S21. They arrived in bold, playful colours, their triple-camera setups still relatively modest in size. Fast forward to today and the palette has...
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Feb 4, 2026 ∙ 4 min
The Rise of Digital Banking in South Africa
Since the earliest days of banking, the experience has rarely inspired affection. Long queues, droning background music, and hushed spaces that somehow make time crawl, all for an interaction that often ends without a clear solution. For many, banks have become synonymous with boredom and frustration. In contrast, the rise of digital banking has quietly rewritten that experience. Today, entire financial lives can be managed from a phone or laptop, without ever needing to step inside a branch,...
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Feb 4, 2026 ∙ 8 min
2026 Car Trends Everyone Will Be Talking About
The Automotive Moves Set to Redefine 2026
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Jan 29, 2026 ∙ 3 min
OPPO Reno15 Series Lands in SA with Premium Features
Just a few months after unveiling its flagship Find X9 Pro in November , OPPO is back with a new mid-range lineup, introducing the Reno15 Series to the South African market. The latest range, which includes the Reno15 Pro and Reno15 F, will be available nationwide from 7 February. Building on one of OPPO’s most established and recognised device families locally, the Reno Series enters its next chapter with a clear focus on refined design, improved display and camera performance, and a premium...
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Jan 26, 2026 ∙ 3 min
South Africa Records Lowest Festive Season Road Crashes in Five Years
The 2025/26 festive season saw the lowest number of road crashes in five years. This milestone reflects what is possible when enforcement, education, and community action work in concert. The 1,427 fatalities from 1,172 crashes show a 6.2% reduction in fatalities compared to the previous year, and the results validate a year of strategic partnership-building and coordinated intervention. "Collaboration is the force multiplier for the effect of road safety efforts," says AWARE.org CEO Mokebe...
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Jan 22, 2026 ∙ 6 min
MG HS Car Review: This Might Be the Smartest Family SUV Buy
We’ve seen a tidal wave of Chinese cars hit South Africa lately, and I found myself in yet another one: the MG HS. Like most Chinese SUVs, it has those polarising looks: you either love it or you absolutely don’t. I sit firmly on the “I actually like this” side. At a glance, it blends in with the rest of the SUV crowd, nothing wild, nothing outrageous. But here’s where my personal vendetta kicks in. Not against China, but against the engines. Specifically, the 1.5-litre turbo petrol engines...
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Jan 22, 2026 ∙ 3 min
How Convenience Culture Is Quietly Reshaping Work in South Africa
Convenience is firmly embedding itself in the lives of South Africans. From transport and food to cleaning and accommodation, on-demand services have moved from novelty to necessity. But while much of the conversation focuses on what this means for consumers, far less attention is paid to what it means for workers. In 2026, convenience culture will not just change how we live. It is fundamentally reshaping how millions of people access work, income and economic participation. And crucially,...
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Jan 19, 2026 ∙ 2 min
Why Ride-Hailing Needs a Reset, and How inDrive Is Stepping Up
Ride-hailing has become one of those modern conveniences we barely think twice about. Need to get somewhere quickly, avoid parking, or skip the stress of driving? Open an app, tap a button, and you’re on your way. In theory, it’s seamless. In reality, the experience hasn’t always lived up to the promise. Over the years, e-hailing has picked up a few uncomfortable reputations. Filthy cars. Rude or distracted drivers. Awkward, sometimes unsafe encounters. In the worst cases, real danger. South...
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Jan 19, 2026 ∙ 3 min
The One Brand That Understands the Creator Economy
The camera rolls. The edit suite hums. The content goes live. Within hours, thousands, sometimes millions, are watching, engaging, buying. This is the modern creative economy, where a single creator, armed with the right vision and the right tools, can build a global audience from a bedroom studio or capture lightning in a bottle from anywhere in the world. Many creators are shaping culture, driving commerce, and redefining what success looks like in media and entertainment. And behind many...
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