The 'art' of investing in paintings

For the first time, a South African auction house will be putting a work by Russian-Jewish artist Marc Chagall on the block. 8 Apr 2013 06:48

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Bizcommunity April 1 price freeze is no joke

[Issued by Bizcommunity.com] Believe it or not, we've made the decision to freeze most of our rates for 2013! This is not an April Fool's prank but a strategic decision in line with our core objectives to assist businesses to grow and thrive via our portfolio of publishing platforms. 26 Mar 2013 10:37

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If you're content, we're content

[Issued by Bizcommunity.com] "Content" is currently on everybody's lips, with everyone from the existing media to brand owners and individuals being encouraged to become content providers. Bizcommunity has been ahead of the content curve for over a decade. 18 Mar 2013 09:03

Fine handmade craft at Design Indaba opens today

Opening today, 1 March 2013, at the prestigious Design Indaba Expo, the Cape Craft and Design Institute (CCDI) will unveil its 2013 Handmade Collection - a top-end, curated selection of the finest handmade work from some of the Western Cape's most talented craft producers and designer makers. 1 Mar 2013 08:03

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[2013 trends] Pdf of 2013 Biz Trends Report now available

[Issued by Bizcommunity.com] Finally, what you've all been waiting for! Bizcommunity.com's 2013 Biz Trends Report is now available for downloading in pdf format - and this year we've improved the quality for a better tablet experience! 13 Feb 2013 14:33

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Win BIG in the BizBigBucks Competition and celebrate Valentine's Day your way!

[Issued by Bizcommunity.com] Come on, admit, you'd love R5000 in cash, right? Whisk your true love away for a romantic St Valentine's weekend... or not... Maybe it's that set of golf clubs you saw that need your fingerprints all over them... Well, here's your chance to do just that, and it's so easy... 4 Feb 2013 06:00

[2013 trends] Malls set to 'mobilise' consumers like never before

[Doug Mayne] All early indicators seem to confirm that December 2012 was a relatively good year for the mall environment. Certainly not a 'shoot the lights out' result but stable, single digit growth nonetheless. The point now is what 2013 holds in store for us. Here are a few key trends which I think are relevant... 28 Jan 2013 11:56

[2013 trends] Africa finding its own solutions using mobile tech

[Dr KF Lai] There are several key trends that will present themselves in 2013. From m-payments to HIV/AIDS prevention, emerging markets are leading the way when it comes to innovative uses of mobile technology. Marketers, too, are seeing their roles and responsibilities expand. 25 Jan 2013 10:57

[2013 trends] Eyes front and centre

[Abey Mokgwatsane] How does your brand break through the clutter? If you're in the business of understanding and catering to the evolution of consumer needs, desires and expectations, look front and centre. Here are my predictions for 2013... 18 Jan 2013 12:05

Use a 'vest' to hug via Facebook

SAN FRANCISCO - A vest developed in Massachusetts Institute of Technology lets Facebook users hug one another no matter how far apart they are. 11 Oct 2012 16:15

Young researchers excel at the 2012 SAMRA conference

The increasing consumerisation of technology, the role of the mobile phone and social media in consumer marketing and brand research, and the relevance of behavioural economics to research were just some of the issues and trends under scrutiny at the recent 33rd annual Southern African Marketing Research Association (SAMRA) conference themed Reflection and progress: from the present and into the future. 28 Aug 2012 12:01

Competition winning jewellery auctioned for charities

In association with the Jewellery Council of South Africa (JCSA), Pravda Vodka held a Jewellery Design Competition in August 2010. The ten winning pieces are being auctioned off at charity events across South Africa throughout 2012. 18 Jun 2012 12:01

Ka-ching! Sales soar for emerging creatives at Expo

Exposure for young designers at 2012 Design Indaba Expo translates into swift trade. 15 Jun 2012 11:08

Decorex craft sales see 62% increase

The Cape craft producers, who came from as far afield as Wilderness, George and Barrydale in the Klein Karoo, to sell at Decorex Cape Town had a successful show, increasing sales by 62% against 2011's show with products ranging from textiles and ceramics to jewellery, lighting and handcrafted pens. 10 May 2012 13:23