Local Appointments: Danie Matthee has been elected chair of the South African Insurance Association, with Mohamed Motala named deputy chair, as the industry pushes for an affordable, trusted and more innovative insurance sector. Tourism & Travel: Tourism Month gets a boost with fresh messaging on rediscovering South Africa’s “on your doorstep” experiences, while British Airways adds a new Tanzania route from Gatwick (Kilimanjaro and Zanzibar) from 2027. Consumer & Scams: Cape Town warns residents about fake WhatsApp and social media scams impersonating the City, including fake disconnections, housing offers and traffic-fine tricks. Education Funding: NSFAS opens applications for the 2027 cycle, with automated document verification and e-signing aimed at faster, cleaner processing. Tech & Work: HireSA launches an AI-assisted remote hiring marketplace for South African talent, targeting roles beyond virtual assistants. Media & Streaming: DStv overhauls packages with dedicated Sports and Movies & Series options, plus a “free” Premium upgrade for some Compact Plus customers. Trade Remedies: Calls grow to extend long-steel duty rebates amid fears of supply shortages after ArcelorMittal South Africa’s longs business closure. Infrastructure & Growth: A focus on infrastructure delivery and private sector participation underlines the push to lift South Africa’s growth prospects.