Cosmetic industry encouraged to expand

Trade and Industry Deputy Minister Elizabeth Thabethe has encouraged SMMEs in the cosmetic industry to formalise and export their goods to other countries. 25 May 2013 09:32

Unchanged repo rate offers little stimulus for economy

Commenting on the decision by the Monetary Policy Committee meeting to keep the repo rate steady, Dr Andrew Golding, CE of the Pam Golding Property Group points out that while this contains inflation, a rate cut would have been a welcome move. 24 May 2013 10:55

Food Hospitality World coming to SA in 2014

The global hospitality event, Food Hospitality World, launches in Cape Town in 2014, making it part of the 2014 global initiative spanning Italy, China, India, Brazil and Turkey. 24 May 2013 10:30

DSA announces sales growth of 12.4%

The latest industry results for the direct selling industry indicate that sales in South Africa increased from R7.152 billion in 2011 to R7.625 billion in 2012 and export sales increased from R657 million to R1.154 billion in 2012, giving a growth of 12.4%. 24 May 2013 11:07

New association to fight illicit tobacco trade

British American Tobacco, Imperial Tobacco Group, Japan Tobacco International and Philip Morris International launched the Digital Coding and Tracking Association (DCTA) on 22 May 2013, to promote international standards and digital technologies to help governments fight smuggling, counterfeiting and tax evasion. 23 May 2013 10:57

Business, franchise expo gets ready for entrepreneurs

The annual Business Opportunities and Franchise Expo is getting ready to meet South African entrepreneurs, as it celebrates its 20th anniversary in 2013. The success of the expo, which takes place from 12-15 September at the Coca-Cola Dome, is founded on its ability to partner entrepreneurs with business options that match their passion and expertise. 23 May 2013 12:03

More churches join protest over tolls

[Jenna Etheridge] More churches have come out against the e-tolling of Gauteng's highways and the impact it will have on members and religious activities. 24 May 2013 08:15

Tourism needs urgent boost to survive

Protea Hotels' chief executive Arthur Gillis is not happy about the 60% room occupancy levels across SA's hotel industry. 24 May 2013 09:28

Low fat sauces from Royco

Royco has launched South Africa's first low fat sauce range, endorsed by the Heart and Stroke Foundation of South Africa. The four flavours, Cheese, Mushroom, Cheese & Mushroom and Pepper, give consumers more heart friendly options without sacrificing on convenience, variety or taste. 24 May 2013 10:35

What's happening with SA port tariffs?

The deadline of 31 May for public comment on the new five-year plan for restructuring SA's port tariffs from 2014 is looming fast with just a week to go. 24 May 2013 10:25

Manufacturers need global integration

During the latter years of apartheid, SA built more tanks than any other country on earth. Factories around the country churned out tens of thousands. 24 May 2013 09:59

Court rules in favour of Redisa

Government's waste tyre recycling plan is back on track after a Supreme Court of Appeal ruling on Thursday (23 May). 24 May 2013 08:40

Beer sales keep SABMiller's profits flowing

[Zeenat Moorad] Prospering from emerging markets such as Africa‚ SABMiller on Thursday (23 May) reported a 10% increase in group revenue to US$34.5bn for the year to March. 24 May 2013 07:51

Oresti Trends Talk 2.0 - The Dynamic Consumer Landscape

[Issued by Ornico] Ornico CEO Oresti Patricios will share some insights on the trends that have defined the consumer landscape in both local and global markets on Thursday, 30 May, at Odd Cafe in Greenside, Johannesburg. 23 May 2013 13:23

Uniform pay for public service workers

The Public Administration Management Bill - which will set uniform standards for all three spheres of government - will allow Public Service and Administration Minister Lindiwe Sisulu to address "unjustifiable disparities" in the level of pay given to municipal employees relative to those in national and provincial government. 23 May 2013 10:37