As part of a global realignment of all Siemens operating divisions, Siemens Southern Africa has reorganised the operations of its previous 11 business units into three sectors, Industry, Energy and Healthcare. 28 Aug 2008
South Africa's economy remains in good health despite a slowdown in consumer spending. 27 Aug 2008
At a fashion workshop I was surprised by the claim from members of the fashion community that China will never be a threat to local fashion designers because they only focus "on the low-end" of the fashion value-chain and do not and cannot produce "design intensive clothing". Such a fallacy is misleading and dangerous. A claim like this can lead to complacency amongst our designers. 27 Aug 2008
This year fashionistas and opinion leaders will be in for a new surprise at the Sanlam South African Fashion Week (SSAFW) as Magnum ice cream and Klûk CGDT take on the catwalk and redefine ‘Tempting Summer'. The partnership marks Klûk CGDT's return to the SSAFW catwalk, having not participated for the past three years. 26 Aug 2008
Top South African designers will be showcasing their summer collections during Sanlam SA Fashion Week at the Sandton Convention Centre (SCC), from 26 - 30 August 2008, and 5FM presenters will be out in full force, strutting it on the catwalk before hitting the decks at the show's after-parties. 25 Aug 2008
Economists believe there's further good news on the way for motorists with a R1 cut in the petrol price next month, following a significant drop and stabilisation in oil prices. 21 Aug 2008
The Jaguar XF has won another prestigious title to add to its collection that has been growing ever since it was launched in March this year. 21 Aug 2008
While the better growth figures for the 2Q of 2008 were expected, Business Unity South Africa (Busa) said, in a statement released this week, that it sees the overall 4,9% growth in 2Q 2008 as mainly a rebound from the serious negative impact of South Africa's power crisis in the 1Q 2008. 21 Aug 2008
A 1950m2 unique Pick n Pay concept store will anchor the R280 million Morningside Shopping Centre redevelopment in Sandton, which is set to open in June 2009. 20 Aug 2008
Year-end results from several retailers this week will reflect tough trading conditions although there might be surprises on the upside, analysts say. 19 Aug 2008
The success of the Fiat Group in South Africa's commitment to improved service levels across the board has been acknowledged in the latest National Automobile Dealers' Association (NADA) Dealer Satisfaction Survey. 18 Aug 2008
Camps for those displaced by xenophobia may be closing across the country. 18 Aug 2008
Retailers operating at Menlyn Park Shopping Centre in Pretoria have dominated the Retail Revolution, a new annual awards competition covering some 2,000 shops in major retail complexes managed by Old Mutual Investment Group Property Investments (OMIGPI). Menlyn Park took nine of the categories, while Gateway Theatre of Shopping, Umhlanga, fared tops in its region with six awards, and the Cape's best scorer, Cavendish Centre, brought home five awards. 18 Aug 2008
Retail sales fell for the fourth month running in June, backing the case for the Reserve Bank to keep interest rates steady when its monetary policy committee ends its meeting today. 14 Aug 2008
Following up last week's MediaPost review concerning projected out-of-home ad spending, with additional details about the Total Communications Forecast from Veronis Suhler Stevenson, total communications spending is projected to increase 5.4% to $923.91 billion in 2008, as strong gains in the institutional and alternative media sectors offset the downward pressure of declining traditional advertising spending. 14 Aug 2008
Subaru's popular Forester SUV has collected the notable accolade of the Nedbank Women's Car of the Year “Mom's Taxi Award”. 13 Aug 2008
Baileys cream liqueur has partnered with The Runway and personal stylist Robyn Cooke to become the headline sponsor of The Baileys Fashion Weekend, a first-of-its-kind fashion event taking place on 16 - 17 August 2008. 11 Aug 2008
Bumper attendance and record wine sales in excess of R400,000 herald the 6th Stellenbosch Wine Festival as the most successful ever. 11 Aug 2008
Monika Christmann, a top German oenologist who will address this year's Nederburg Auction in September, recently commented on how a clear South African wine style has evolved over the past decade. She noted the role of Sauvignon Blanc in helping the country to achieve a unique and distinctive identity. 11 Aug 2008
African Bank Limited (Abil) launched its BEE public offering this week with special emphasis on creating value for employees of recently acquired furniture retailer Ellerines. 8 Aug 2008
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