September 18, 2025

JET conference unites finance, policy and communities for a just energy future

Community New, Environment, In the News, Thought Leadership, Thought Leadership / Candice Nolan

The 2025 Just Energy Transition (JET) Conference, held at the Gordon Institute of Business Science, brought together leaders from government, business, civil society, academia and the energy sector to accelerate South Africa’s low-carbon transition while keeping equity and people at the centre. Keynotes from development economist Kalnisha Singh and Masopha Moshoeshoe, Chief Advisor: Energy and […]

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Sleep Group celebrates heritage and growth

Community New, Programmes / Candice Nolan

Sleep Group, southern Africa’s largest integrated bedding manufacturer, is celebrating Heritage Month by reflecting on its journey from humble family origins to a corporate leader in the sector. Founded in 1939 as Metz Furniture, the company began with horse-and-cart deliveries before rebranding as Metz Bedding in 1981. Entrepreneurial drive and a commitment to quality enabled

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Telkom FutureMakers marks a decade of SME backing

ESD initiatives, Small Business / Candice Nolan

Telkom’s FutureMakers initiative has reached its 10-year milestone with a 153.4% year-on-year surge in enterprise and supplier development investment in FY2025. Launched in 2015 with an initial R250 million, the programme has incubated ICT-focused SMMEs and expanded market access at scale. By Ashley Lechman – Business Report Over the decade, FutureMakers has supported 459 youth-

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Landing global internships — a boost for education trust scholars

Community New, Education, Programmes / Candice Nolan

Two outstanding students from Ekurhuleni are heading abroad for internships thanks to full scholarships from the Peermont Community Benefit Trust. Neo Mojapelo, a former Thembisa SOS learner, will begin a food and beverage internship in Baltimore, while Faith Hartman from Clayville will serve as junior assistant purser aboard Princess Cruises. The opportunities follow their excellent

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September 18, 2025

JET conference unites finance, policy and communities for a just energy future

Sleep Group celebrates heritage and growth

Telkom FutureMakers marks a decade of SME backing

Landing global internships — a boost for education trust scholars

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