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The iPhone has come a long way in South Africa and so has the price tag.When the iPhone 3G officially launched here in 2...
10/09/2026

The iPhone has come a long way in South Africa and so has the price tag.

When the iPhone 3G officially launched here in 2008, it started at R6,389. By 2025, the iPhone 17 was selling from R20,799. Now, the latest generation has taken the number even further, with the iPhone 18 coming in at R33,250.
That’s more than R26,000 above the price of the first iPhone officially sold in South Africa.

Of course, comparing launch prices across 18 years isn’t as simple as looking at the numbers. Exchange rates, inflation, storage, technology and Apple’s pricing strategy have all played a role, but one thing is clear: the iPhone price story in South Africa has changed dramatically.

Would you still pay R33,250 for the latest iPhone?

For Heritage Month, Takealot is giving its name a proudly South African twist.For the first time in 15 years, the brand ...
10/09/2026

For Heritage Month, Takealot is giving its name a proudly South African twist.

For the first time in 15 years, the brand is changing how its name appears on its delivery boxes, translating “Takealot” into South Africa’s 12 official languages. Think Vatbaie, Tsayagolegontsi and Thath’okuningi.

It’s more than a name change. It’s a clever localisation strategy that takes one of the brand’s most recognisable touchpoints and uses it to celebrate South Africa’s linguistic and cultural diversity.

Because sometimes, the strongest way to connect with your audience is to speak their language.

What would you call Takealot in your language? 👀

10/09/2026

50 years after the youth of 1976 stood up and left a legacy of courage, resistance and action, we asked today’s youth a simple but powerful question: What do you think our youth’s legacy is going to be?

For Sphokuhle, founder of scrumptiouslips . and winner of the 2026 Top Hair & Beauty Brand award, the answer is clear: today’s youth are outspoken, unapologetic and willing to act on what they believe in. A generation that refuses to settle for what no longer serves them and isn’t afraid to say it as it is.

As we celebrate 50 years since 1976, the question remains: what will we leave behind for the generation that comes after us?

10/09/2026

This Heritage Month, we’re bringing back the ads from South African heritage brands that gave us more than just products, they gave us moments we remember. 🇿🇦❤️

This week, we’re throwing it back to a Bakers classic where a mother’s kiss becomes the little boy’s special ingredient (love) which he carries all the way to the Bakers factory.
And if you remember the song, you already know how it ends: “He mixes it with love, he makes the world taste good.”

Some ads really knew how to make us feel something. 🥹
Do you remember this Bakers ad?

09/09/2026

This time last week, we were celebrating the young brands shaping the future.

For PasswordKid , being part of the Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards is about more than recognition, it’s about being part of a community of young founders who refuse to give up and are building solutions to the challenges facing their communities.

Different industries, Different ideas, Different journeys but One shared determination to keep building.

One week later, we’re still celebrating the power of youth-owned brands. ✨

09/09/2026

What does it really take to buy your first property in South Africa?

For many young people, homeownership can feel out of reach, from rising costs and hidden expenses to the challenges of securing finance.

In the latest episode of Pat On Brands, we sit down with Zibusiso Nzimande to unpack the realities of buying property, affordable housing and getting into property development.

We also explore the role of banks, government and innovative property solutions in making homeownership more accessible.

🎥 Watch the full conversation on the now Pat On Brands YouTube channel.

DJ Zinhle is stepping into a new collaboration with Crocs, bringing together her signature style, personality and influe...
09/09/2026

DJ Zinhle is stepping into a new collaboration with Crocs, bringing together her signature style, personality and influence with a brand that has turned comfort into a cultural statement.

For Crocs, collaborations are about more than putting a name on a product. They are about tapping into the communities, personalities and creative worlds that shape how people express themselves and DJ Zinhle is a natural fit.

A collaboration where comfort meets culture, and personal style takes centre stage.

The iPhone launch is changing. For the first time since 2019, Apple is reportedly preparing to break up its traditional ...
08/09/2026

The iPhone launch is changing. For the first time since 2019, Apple is reportedly preparing to break up its traditional iPhone launch cycle.

The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to launch this week, alongside Apple’s first foldable iPhone, while the standard iPhone 18 could arrive in early 2027.

It’s more than a product launch change, it could signal a new way for Apple to build anticipation, sustain conversation and create multiple commercial moments throughout the year.

What do you think: smart strategy or a break from what made the iPhone launch so iconic?

Canva is opening up an exciting opportunity for a Sub-Saharan Africa Content Strategy Lead and yes, it’s based in Johann...
08/09/2026

Canva is opening up an exciting opportunity for a Sub-Saharan Africa Content Strategy Lead and yes, it’s based in Johannesburg. 🇿🇦

The role is all about understanding African audiences, spotting cultural and digital trends, building content strategies and turning local insights into meaningful growth.

If you have experience across content, digital marketing, media, creator partnerships or audience strategy, this could be one to have on your radar.

📍 Johannesburg | 💻 Remote | ⏳ 12-month contract

Know someone who needs to see this? Tag them below. 👇🏾

07/09/2026

My Blue Carpet Experience….🎤📸

I learned quite a great deal when hosting the blue carpet Top 16 Youth-Owned Brands Awards Pat on Brands.

From back to back interviews, being knowledgeable about the brands that are in attendance, conversations with stakeholders, It all demanded timeous ex*****on with little room for error.

I am today, a better host than yesterday and for that I am incredibly proud of myself.

Please indulge me as I appreciate the results of my labour. 💐😍🥺🎤

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