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Irvine Partners has partnered exclusively with Dreaminfluence, a platform empowering brands in influencer marketing, to support African content creators in the growing creator economy. The platform offers features for brands like influencer discovery and campaign analytics, while influencers can apply to join campaigns and manage campaign admin. By combining local insights with Dreaminfluence's capabilities, Irvine Partners aims to enhance influencer campaigns and deliver actionable data for high ROI. Full Article

The KwaZulu-Natal province in South Africa is known for its stunning landscapes, warm weather, rich history, and vibrant culture, with small towns like Mtunzini, Howick, and Underberg offering worthwhile experiences. Mtunzini, located along the coastline, provides a serene coastal escape with lush greenery, beach bliss, and golfing opportunities, while Howick, in the KZN Midlands, boasts picturesque landscapes, historical significance, and attractions like Howick Falls and the Nelson Mandela Capture Site. Underberg, nestled beneath the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg...

SADC health ministers are urging governments to find alternative funding for critical health programs like HIV, TB, and malaria prevention. They endorsed key initiatives during a virtual meeting, including public-private partnerships and domestic resource mobilization. The region is facing funding shortages due to a freeze on US foreign aid, impacting over 50 African countries benefiting from HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention programs. Full Article

In Springs, Sbongile Dlamini claims she was tortured into confessing to her husband Banele Skosana's murder, alleging officers suffocated and hit her until she confessed. Dlamini denied involvement and stated her innocence, sharing details of meeting a co-defendant and their interactions prior to the murder. She emphasized her lack of motive, her child's special needs, and the postponement of the bail hearing to March 4 due to the verification of her child's condition following her...

A mini-moon is a shorter, budget-friendly getaway option for newlyweds looking to unwind closer to home. Top small towns in South Africa, such as Langebaan, St Francis, and Hogsback, offer picturesque settings and romantic activities like beach strolls, boat cruises, and nature exploration. Other destinations like Waterberg, Clarens, Plettenberg Bay, and Hermanus provide a mix of wildlife experiences, artsy charm, coastal beauty, and whale watching opportunities for a memorable mini-moon. Full Article

President Donald Trump has ordered the dismantling of Power Africa, a USAID initiative aimed at improving electricity access in Africa, with most programs and staff being terminated. However, some projects connecting US companies with African ventures may be transferred to other agencies. This decision reflects a shift towards cutting federal spending and ending aid programs that do not directly benefit national interests, marking the end of significant US aid efforts in Africa's power sector. Full...