Something big is taking shape at Mysatech. We’re proud to announce that our next partnership agreement is in the works. We can’t share all the details just yet, but we can say this: what’s coming could change how businesses connect with customers online. Mysatech’s growing network brings together platforms with different ways to help people discover businesses, places and services. From MySA, our South African social network, and business discovery platforms like Bizora and FindNearby, to Trustoria, Searcha, Rydio, Locator and TownMapper, each adds another way for businesses to be found and connected. Our partnerships with eProp24 and BlyLekker, extend that reach into property, accommodation and local experiences. And this is only part of the wider network taking shape. This is about more than being listed on one website. It’s about creating new opportunities for businesses to be discovered across a growing family of connected platforms—something no single social network or search engine can offer on its own. If your business hasn’t joined Mysatech yet, now is the time to get involved. As the network grows, early businesses have the opportunity to stand out in their area and industry, showcase what they offer, and connect with potential new clients. Will you take your place near the front of the group—or wait until others have already stepped forward? Get in touch with Mysatech and find out how to get your business listed. #Mysatech #BusinessGrowth #SouthAfricanBusiness #DigitalVisibility #BusinessNetworking #BlyLekker #eProp24 #SupportLocalBusiness #BuildConnectMarketGrow

FROM WATERMELON FARMS TO FOURWAYS It’s hard to imagine when you’re sitting in Fourways traffic today, but less than a century ago, much of the area around us was open countryside. And the story of how Fourways became Fourways is a fascinating one. In 1935, Ernst and Ethel Eriksen travelled north from Johannesburg looking for land on which to build a home. They found part of the old Witkoppen farm, where the Van der Walt brothers were farming watermelons and Friesian cattle. Ethel reportedly fell in love with the views towards the Magaliesberg and the sunsets. Ernst initially bought 423 acres, with the property later growing to around 605 acres. They called their home Norscot, a name combining Norway and Scotland, reflecting the family’s Norwegian and Scottish connections. Construction began in 1936, and Norscot eventually became an extraordinary country residence with eight reception rooms, six bedrooms and five bathrooms. At the time, this really was the countryside. Even into the 1950s, the area was considered well outside Johannesburg, and accounts of Fourways in the 1970s still describe working farms, open fields and dairy cattle being walked down to the Jukskei River. SO WHERE DID “FOURWAYS” COME FROM? The name developed around the four-way stop at Witkoppen Road and what was then William Nicol Drive, now Winnie Mandela Drive. That simple rural intersection would eventually become the centre of one of Johannesburg’s busiest commercial and residential areas. The transformation happened remarkably quickly. Fourways Mall arrived in 1994. Montecasino opened in 2000, bringing a massive new entertainment development to the same Witkoppen intersection. Farms and open land steadily gave way to homes, shopping centres, schools, restaurants, offices and the Fourways we recognise today. And remarkably, one piece of that earlier Fourways is still here. Norscot Manor survives today as part of the Norscot Manor Recreation Centre, giving us a physical link to a time when this corner of Johannesburg looked very different. So next time you’re crawling along Witkoppen, spare a thought for the watermelons, Friesian cattle and country estates that came before us. Fourways has changed a lot in less than 100 years. What part of its history should we dig into next? #Fourways #FourwaysHistory #JohannesburgHistory

A little update from the team at BlyLekker. Some of you have asked what we’ve been working on, and we’re excited to share a little of what’s happening behind the scenes. We are currently helping hundreds of guesthouses prepare to join BlyLekker. Our team is working alongside them to get their information ready, showcase their accommodation and help future guests discover what they can enjoy in the surrounding area. When you plan a holiday, where you stay is only part of the decision. You also want to know what there is to do, where you can eat and whether the destination offers the kind of break you have in mind. BlyLekker is bringing these details together to make planning your next getaway easier. For guesthouse owners, this means an opportunity to share more of what makes their property and their area worth visiting. We want the accommodation, local businesses and experiences we feature to be the reason people stop, explore and start planning. There is a lot of work going into making this happen, and we want to thank our staff for their long hours, patience and commitment. Thank you for helping each guesthouse through the process and giving your time and care to getting things ready. To the guesthouses joining us: we appreciate your trust and look forward to introducing more travellers to your doorstep. Your next holiday could begin with a place you haven’t discovered yet. ────────── ’n Kykie agter die skerms by BlyLekker. Van julle het gevra waarmee ons besig is, en ons is opgewonde om ’n bietjie meer te deel. Ons help tans honderde gastehuise om gereed te maak om by BlyLekker aan te sluit. Ons span werk saam met hulle om hul inligting gereed te kry, hul verblyf mooi ten toon te stel en toekomstige gaste te wys wat hulle in die omgewing kan geniet. Wanneer jy ’n vakansie beplan, kies jy meer as net ’n slaapplek. Jy wil ook weet wat daar te doen is, waar jy kan gaan eet en of die bestemming die soort wegbreek bied waarna jy uitsien. BlyLekker bring hierdie inligting bymekaar om dit makliker te maak om jou volgende vakansie te beplan. Vir gastehuiseienaars is dit ’n geleentheid om meer te vertel oor hul verblyf en wat hul omgewing ’n besoek werd maak. Ons wil hê die verblyfplekke, plaaslike ondernemings en ervarings wat ons uitlig, moet mense lus maak om verder te kyk en hul tasse te pak. Daar gaan baie werk in om alles gereed te kry. Aan ons personeel: dankie vir die lang ure, geduld en toewyding. Dankie dat julle elke gastehuis deur die proses help en soveel tyd en sorg daaraan bestee. Aan die gastehuise wat by ons aansluit: dankie vir julle vertroue. Ons sien daarna uit om meer reisigers met julle besonderse plekke te laat kennis maak. Onthou - Jy slaap dalk lekker. Maar bly jy lekker op jou volgende vakansie? #BlyLekker #DiscoverSouthAfrica #OntdekSuidAfrika #SupportLocalTourism #Guesthouses #Gastehuise

A fresh coat of paint can do far more than change the colour of a property — it can completely transform the way it looks, feels and presents itself. At SA Paint Co, every project is approached with proper preparation, attention to detail and professional workmanship from start to finish. Whether it is a residential property, commercial building or larger industrial project, the focus remains the same: a clean, durable finish delivered properly. From surface preparation and crack remediation through to the final coats, our team takes pride in the transformation. If your property is ready for a refresh, upgrade or complete repaint, speak to SA Paint Co about your next project. 📞 079 250 6543 📧 info@sapaintco.co.za 📍 Kempton Park, Gauteng SA Paint Co — Professional Painting Contractors. #SAPaintCo #ProfessionalPainting #PaintingContractors #HousePainting #ExteriorPainting #ResidentialPainting #CommercialPainting #IndustrialPainting #PropertyMaintenance #HomeImprovement #KemptonPark #GautengBusiness #PaintingServices #BeforeAndAfter

There is something incredibly satisfying about seeing a property come back to life with a fresh, professional finish. Here is a look at one of the recent painting projects completed by Guirrugo Marrengula Projects. From the exterior walls and architectural details to the roof areas and finishing touches, the focus was on creating a neat, consistent result that gives the entire home a cleaner and more cared-for appearance. A good paint job is about more than simply changing colour. Proper preparation, attention to detail and quality workmanship all play a part in creating a finish that looks good and helps protect your property. Whether your home needs a refresh, your business premises need a new look, or you have a larger painting project that needs professional attention, Guirrugo Marrengula Projects is ready to assist. We undertake all types of painting projects, including residential and commercial work, interior and exterior painting, roof painting and general property improvements. Thinking about giving your property a fresh new look? Call or WhatsApp 066 135 1399 for a FREE quote. Guirrugo Marrengula Projects Built on Quality. Focused on You. #GuirrugoMarrengulaProjects #PaintingServices #ProfessionalPainting #HousePainting #ExteriorPainting #InteriorPainting #RoofPainting #HomeImprovement #PropertyMaintenance #Renovations #QualityWorkmanship #FreeQuote #SouthAfrica

When you work on your home or business, you want more than someone who can simply do the job. You want people who take pride in their work, arrive with a plan, pay attention to the details and leave you with a result that feels worth the investment. That is what Guirrugo Marrengula Projects is all about. Whether you need help with roofing, roof waterproofing, painting, plumbing, building work or renovations, their team focuses on practical, reliable solutions that are built around the needs of the property and the people using it. From repairing and protecting a roof before the next heavy rain, to giving a tired space a fresh coat of paint, sorting out plumbing problems, or helping transform an existing property through renovations — no project is too small to deserve proper care and attention. Their approach is simple: quality workmanship, reliable service and affordable solutions without cutting corners. If there is something around your home or business that you have been putting off, planning to repair, improve or completely transform, this could be the right time to get it done properly. Call or WhatsApp: 066 135 1399 Guirrugo Marrengula Projects Built on Quality. Focused on You. Let’s build something great together. #GuirrugoMarrengulaProjects #Roofing #Waterproofing #Painting #Renovations #Building #Plumbing #HomeImprovement #PropertyMaintenance #QualityWorkmanship

At ICE Security, protecting people is at the heart of what we do — and that commitment goes far beyond gates, patrols and security systems. We stand with the women who show courage every day. The women who lead teams, raise families, build businesses, support communities and continue moving forward even when the road is difficult. Security should never only mean protecting property. It should also mean helping create a society where women can live, work, travel and build their futures with confidence, dignity and without fear. Every woman deserves to feel safe. Every woman deserves to be respected. Every woman deserves to be heard. At ICE Security, we recognise the strength of women across South Africa and reaffirm our commitment to a future where safety, respect and opportunity belong to everyone. Protecting people. Respecting strength. Standing with women. #ICESecurity #StandWithWomen #WomenOfStrength #SafetyForWomen #ProtectWomen #RespectWomen #WomenWhoLead #SaferCommunities #SecurityWithPurpose #StrongerTogether #SouthAfrica

Something special is on the way. Very soon, Vacanza will open the door to a new way of discovering places to stay, explore and experience. Not just rooms. Not just prices. Not just another accommodation listing platform. Vacanza is being created for the moments that matter — the weekend away you have been talking about for months, the quiet guesthouse that feels like home, the coastal escape that helps you breathe again, the hidden town you never knew you needed to visit, and the experiences that turn a simple trip into a memory. We are building a platform where travellers can discover more than just where to stay. You will be able to explore beautiful accommodation, learn more about the places around it, discover things to do, uncover local experiences and find destinations that match the kind of journey you want to have. And for guesthouses, lodges and accommodation providers, Vacanza will offer something equally important — a space to tell your story properly, showcase what makes your property special and connect with people who are looking for more than just a bed for the night. This is about bringing travel, accommodation and discovery together in one place. And this is only the beginning. We are getting ready to reveal more, introduce incredible places and start building a travel community around real destinations, real experiences and meaningful stays. So if you love travelling, discovering new places, supporting great accommodation businesses or simply dreaming about where you might go next... Get ready. Vacanza is coming very soon. Your next stay may begin with a search. Your next story may begin with Vacanza. #Vacanza #ComingSoon #TravelSouthAfrica #Accommodation #Guesthouses #Lodges #TravelInspiration #ExploreSouthAfrica #ThingsToDo #TravelDiscovery #TourismSouthAfrica #DiscoverMore

Property is never just property. It can be the first home you finally call your own. It can be the rental that gives your family a fresh start. It can be the office where a business begins to grow. It can be the investment that changes what the future looks like. That is the thinking behind eProp24 International. We are building a modern property platform designed to make it easier for people to discover, explore and connect with real opportunities — whether they are buying, renting, selling, investing or simply searching for what comes next. For us, this is not about filling a website with listings. It is about creating a professional space where property owners, agents, developers, buyers, tenants and investors can meet around one thing that matters: the right opportunity at the right time. From residential homes and rentals to commercial property, land and investment opportunities, eProp24 International is being developed to give property a better place to be seen — and people a better way to find it. We know that every listing represents something important to someone. Behind every “For Sale” sign is a decision. Behind every rental is a new chapter. Behind every development is a vision. Behind every investment is a plan for the future. That is why we want eProp24 International to feel different — professional, accessible, modern and built around real people making real property decisions. And this is only the beginning. As the platform continues to grow, so will the opportunities available to the people and businesses who become part of it. Find. Explore. Own. Invest. #eProp24 #eProp24International #Property #RealEstate #PropertyForSale #PropertyToRent #CommercialProperty #PropertyInvestment #PropertyPlatform #SouthAfricaProperty #RealEstateSouthAfrica

Something new is getting ready to open the door to a smarter way of finding property. NestQuest is launching soon — created for people who are not just searching for a building, but for the right place to live, grow, invest, work and build their future. Finding a property should be about more than a few photos, a price and a pin on a map. The area matters. The surroundings matter. The opportunities nearby matter. The lifestyle matters. That is where NestQuest is different. Whether you are looking for a family home, a rental, an investment opportunity or the right commercial space, NestQuest is being built to help you explore with more clarity, more context and more confidence. You will be able to discover properties while also understanding what surrounds them — from nearby amenities and area information to the bigger picture of what a location may offer. Because sometimes the perfect property is not only about what is behind the front door. It is about everything around it. We are working behind the scenes to prepare NestQuest for launch, and we cannot wait to start sharing what is coming. Follow the page, invite someone currently looking to buy, rent or invest, and join us as we prepare to begin this journey. Find more than a property. Find what’s next. #NestQuest #PropertySearch #PropertyForSale #PropertyToRent #RealEstateSouthAfrica #PropertyInvestment #CommercialProperty #ResidentialProperty #FindWhatsNext #ComingSoon