... Fizzy beverages are among the most popular drinks in South Africa, but rising health concerns about their high sugar content and the health promotion levy (HPL) have transformed the soft drink industry. South Africa offers a diverse selection of fizzy drinks, including various types and flavours. The country's robust social culture features numerous events and gatherings where these soft drinks ...

... Close-up view of bundled green sugar cane stalks outdoors, ready for processing. The collapse of one of the country's largest agro-industrial players has placed renewed attention on the future of South Africa's sugar economy, the sustainability of rural livelihoods and the broader impact of imported sugar on domestic industry competitiveness. A trade crisis, not just a finance crisis But I ...

... has been collaborating with organised agriculture and other stakeholders to minimise friction going forward. From a regional perspective, the African continent maintained the lion's share of South Africa's agricultural exports in the first quarter of 2026, accounting for 44% of the total value. The products leading the export list in the African continent were maize, apples and pears, soybean, sugar, ...

... place in South African boxing history as the country's fourth WBC world titleholder - following in the footsteps of Sugar Boy Malinga, Dingaan Thobela and Kevin Lerena, the current bridgerweight champion. This is the first time South Africa has held two WBC world titles simultaneously. Kuse also makes history as the first boxer from Mdantsane to capture a WBC belt. ...

... in the logistics system. Africa remained South Africa's largest agricultural export market in the first quarter, accounting for 44% of export value. The main products exported to the continent included maize, apples and pears, soybeans, sugar, fruit juices, soybean oil, sunflower oil and wine. The EU was South Africa's second-largest agricultural export market, accounting for 26% of exports. Exports to ...

... also expanding within South Africa's food sector. "The opportunity is not to launch yet another product, but to build a category that is honest, accessible and consistent," said Yaron Assabi, founder of Chilled Drama Free Lifestyle. "Plant-powered. Refined sugar-free. Additive-free. Sourced from organic farmers we know by name. Made in kitchens we run ourselves. Priced for real people. Explained in ...

... 12.0 million tonnes, initially sparking strong optimism for an aggressive export season. With Tongaat Hulett's liquidation hearing approaching, a grower-led entity called GrowerCo has been established to secure funding and keep the company's mills and refinery operational, preventing the potential collapse of large parts of South Africa's sugar industry. A report by Solidarity Research Institute titled Mining Mischief: How transformation ...

... FROM the sugar cane fields and close-knit communities of the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast emerged a woman whose compassion would one day stretch far beyond the shores of South Africa. Tongaat-born and raised Vijay Kritzinger has become a remarkable international ambassador for animal welfare, environmental consciousness and humanitarian compassion. Her life story is not merely one of achievement, but of purpose ...

... A grower-led consortium is racing to save Tongaat Hulett, one of South Africa's oldest agricultural companies, from liquidation proceedings scheduled for next month, reports Cape {town} Etc. BusinessTech reports, the company was founded in 1892 and was KwaZulu-Natal's sugar giant supporting between 35 000 and 40 000 direct jobs and underpins the livelihoods of more than 17 000 of the ...

... the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) have increased by 5%. During this period, the oil price index recorded the highest increase of 15%, followed by cereals (4%) and the meat price index (4%), respectively, although dairy and sugar prices declined modestly by 1%, reflecting generally adequate global supplies. In South Africa, Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) reported that the consumer ...

... competitiveness through the provision of reliable infrastructure and industrial financing. However, many of the department's immediate priorities related to preventing the further loss of capacity from established industries, including steel, ferrochrome and sugar. "In the steel sector, for instance, the Industrial Development Corporation is taking strategic steps to stabilise the industry, which is vital for our broader manufacturing base," Tau ...

... place in South African boxing history as the country's fourth WBC world titleholder - following in the footsteps of Sugar Boy Malinga, Dingaan Thobela and Kevin Lerena, the current bridgerweight champion. This is the first time South Africa has held two WBC world titles simultaneously. Kuse also makes history as the first boxer from Mdantsane to capture a WBC belt. ...

... roast for 20 minutes, flipping halfway.) Combine filling ingredients (it should form a thick, scoopable mixture). Refrigerate. For the sauce, add oil to a pot over medium heat. Fry tomato paste and garlic for 30 seconds, until fragrant and golden. Add origanum, sugar, thyme leaves and tomato and onion. Bring to a simmer and cook for 20 minutes. Remove and ...

... harder, while receiving less oxygen to do so. Over the course of a day, this process is repeated with every cigarette, creating a cycle of repeated cardiovascular "stress events" rather than a single continuous exposure. Smoking also affects the body's ability to regulate blood sugar. Research shows that nicotine can contribute to insulin resistance, increasing the risk of developing type ...

... "Food and other tricks. Lol, but yeah, food is definitely the biggest factor. Lift heavy weights and eat less food. Starch and sugar are the biggest enemies. Keep your diet meat and vegetables." While it has definitely taken a different pace, Cassper has also been investing time into making music. Speaking to TrueLove at the Cape Town Met last year, ...

... to 800 Cape vultures and the Southern ground-hornbill, crowned eagle, Gurney's sugar bird and was designated as an Important Bird Area (IBA). It supported over 425 terrestrial invertebrate species, including South African endemics and new species to science. Visitors were offered iconic natural sites: Horseshoe Falls, Strandloper Falls, Mkambati Falls, and the Msikaba and Mtentu river gorges. There were hikes, ...

... who asked to remain anonymous - is doing her best to raise her three children and her sister's two kids. The household gets by on social grants and the unpredictable income from occasional farm work. Feeding a family of six on so little is a constant struggle. "You buy what can stretch," she said. "Pap, bread, sugar, tea. Things like ...

... with basic things like your height and weight, blood sugar, blood pressure, basic medical assessment. Then they will see a doctor for a consultation. There are counselling services as well, including prayer, as well as HIV/Aids. We have a dentist and an optician as well." He further said that whatever was prescribed by the medical practitioners, the patients would then ...

... executive of the wine industry body Vinpro, Conrad Schutte, says, "The South African wine industry has produced a resilient, quality-driven 2026 harvest, overcoming significant climatic challenges to produce wines of exceptional quality, concentration and balance. "Despite the challenging conditions, early indicators point to excellent quality across key cultivars, with strong flavour concentration, balanced acids and sugars, and outstanding colour development ...

... on Thursday, carrying far more than a qualification. For Thabiso, the moment symbolised survival, healing and a second chance at life after years of battling whoonga (also known as nyaope or "sugars") addiction. His struggles began in 2009 after the death of his best friend while they were both in Grade 9. "I wasn't in a good place. Someone offered ...