Category Archives: Philanthropist & Goodwill

17Th Century Slave-Born Anna De Koning Honoured By Groot Phesantekraal

Prominent Durbanville winery Groot Phesantekraal is commemorating one of the most intriguing, Cinderella-like personalities in South African history.  On 8 April, the Cape Town Heritage Foundation officially unveiled a Blue Plaque to pay tribute to Anna de Koning (sometimes written as de Koningh or de Coningh). The famous high-society beauty, who was born to a […]

Taking the Business of Luxury in Africa to the Next Level

  As we stand at the threshold of a brand-new year, we raise our glasses to the promise of endless possibilities and the excitement that comes with embracing new horizons. Here’s to an amazing 2024 that will see us collectively take the Business Of Luxury In Africa to unprecedented heights! Reflecting on the past year’s […]

Meet The 2023 Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award Finalists

  Veuve Clicquot has selected 6 entrepreneurial women as finalists for the annual Veuve Clicquot Bold Woman Award in South Africa. For over 50 years, true to the heritage of its trailblazing leader, Madame Clicquot, the Bold programme has highlighted and empowered remarkable women in business. In honour of her audacious spirit, the Veuve Clicquot […]