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Clean energy powerhouse Anthem and project co-shareholders Reatile Renewables reach financial close on Notsi Solar Project with Discovery Green and NOA trading as offtakers

6 March 2026 07:32

Cape Town, South Africa, 5 March 2026 – The recently launched Anthem, one of South Africa’s largest renewable energy investment holding businesses and independent power producers, is proud to announce the financial close of its 475MWac (620MWdc) Notsi solar photovoltaic (PV) project, located in the Free State. It currently ranks as the largest solar PV project in South Africa and will power the co

Discovery delivers strong interim performance as the Shared-value model accelerates growth and AI unlocks a new phase of hyper personalised engagement

3 March 2026 10:25

Discovery reports strong interim results evidencing the impact of the Shared-value model, making people healthier and helping them live longer.

Discovery launches exclusive UK visa services in South Africa, featuring a first-of-its-kind visa centre

17 February 2026 09:16

Johannesburg, 17 February 2026 – The United Kingdom is the most popular international holiday destination for Vitality Travellers, with over 16,000 members and their families travelling on discounted flights between South Africa and the UK in 2025. Today, Discovery announced a pioneering new service to simplify the UK visa application process for clients.
South Africa’s first dedicated visa app

First race of the 2026 Discovery Vitality Run Series Kicks off with energy and purpose

10 February 2026 15:00

“We are thrilled to kick off another year of the Vitality Run Series, a platform built to inspire South Africans to lead more active, healthier lives,” said Celeste Williams, Head of Marketing at Discovery Vitality.

Discovery Green: How electricity reform and market shifts are shaping renewable energy in 2026

10 February 2026 08:58

Electricity reform, evolving wheeling models, grid constraints and changing cost dynamics are influencing how large energy users source renewable power.
Johannesburg, 10 February 2026 – South Africa’s renewable energy market is entering a new phase in 2026 as electricity reform moves into implementation, wheeling models mature, and grid access tightens. For large energy users, including mining

Discovery announces the strategic acquisition of its head office, 1 Discovery Place

6 February 2026 09:53

Discovery’s acquisition of 1 Discovery Place secures long‑term ownership at lower cost, delivering significant financial savings while reinforcing the Group’s commitment to South Africa.

Cogence 2026 Market Outlook: Building resilience in a year defined by structural change

5 February 2026 15:57

Johannesburg, 5 February 2026 – Structural forces are reshaping global markets at a faster pace, with artificial intelligence (AI), geopolitical fragmentation and the energy transition influencing investment outcomes. These forces continue to advance within real-world constraints, including energy capacity, grid bottlenecks, regulatory constraints, and financing constraints.
The Cogence 2026 Ma

Discovery joins global launch of International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development 2026

8 December 2025 09:10

Johannesburg, 08 December 2025 – On 5 December 2025, Discovery joined leaders from civil society, business, and the public sector to celebrate International Volunteer Day (IVD) at the UN Headquarters in New York.
This year’s IVD marked the official launch of the International Year of Volunteers for Sustainable Development (IVY) 2026. This milestone event created a powerful platform for key rol

Discovery Bank SpendTrend: Tap-to-pay and virtual cards gain ground with Black Friday shoppers

8 December 2025 08:24

Johannesburg, 8 December 2025 – Discovery Bank’s Black Friday analysis shows that digital wallets and virtual cards are fast becoming the preferred way for consumers to pay, with nearly two-thirds of in-store card transactions now made via tap-to-pay with smart devices and a third of online spend using virtual cards. This shift highlights how South African shoppers are embracing secure, convenient

Who’s fast, who’s furious and who’s on their phone – according to Discovery Insure Holiday Drive Trends report

4 December 2025 12:25

Discovery Insure 2025 Holiday Drive Trends Report reveals which city has SA’s best holiday drivers – and how men, women, and favourite travel routes compare

The one thing you’re not – and should be – doing with your vehicle tracker

27 November 2025 14:26

Vehicle tracking devices are essential for recovering stolen vehicles, but did you know they can also affect your insurance cover? Many insurance policies require a tracking device to help reduce risk, but they must be correctly installed and in working order to ensure your cover is valid. Here’s what you need to know. Tracking devices help recover your vehicle if it’s stolen or hijacked. Yet thes

Discovery Safe Journeys to School celebrates zero road fatalities since 2014 and rewards top scholar drivers at quarterly and annual awards in Gauteng and the Western Cape

25 November 2025 15:50

Cape Town, 25 November 2025 – Discovery Safe Journeys to School (DSJTS) has delivered a decade of zero road fatalities in the Western Cape, an incredible milestone in road safety. At its annual awards ceremony at Athlone Civic Centre, the partnership between Discovery Fund and Afrika Tikkun honoured the province’s top drivers for 2025 and rewarded 75 scholar drivers across Gauteng and the Western