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ECDC creating furniture from polyfibre production
A new project, creating furniture from waste plastic and plant fibre known as polyfibre, could see the Eastern Cape creating jobs and a new industry... read more>>



Biz Takeouts
[Biz Takeouts Podcast] 110: Consumer Marketing Insights 2015 eBook and more
On the last Biz Takeouts Marketing and Media Radio show, host Warren Harding spoke to Michael Carney, Alex Harrington-Griffin, Dirk Tolken, Kisha van Vuuren and Nader Henein... read more>>
Brand News
Premier Foods seeks more acquisitions in Southern Africa

Phakamisa Ndzamela

Investment company Brait said on Wednesday, 22 October 2014, its subsidiary‚ Premier Foods‚ was looking to make more acquisitions in Southern Africa to build more scale. read more>>
CRM
Woolies extends WRewards to forecourt stores
Exhibitions & Events
Bourbon, burgers and beers at Turffontein race day
Leading the charge of Jozi's horse racing's rebranding is the Bourbon, Beer and Burger festival being held at the Peermont Emperors Palace Charity Mile on 1 November at Turffontein Raceway. read more>>
2015 To-do-list... go to Decorex Durban
The Decorex exhibition takes place at the Durban Exhibition Centre from 19-22 March 2015 and visitors can look forward to a comprehensive showcase of the latest décor and design trends... read more>>
Retailers
Mr Price 26-week dil HEPS seen 20%-24% higher
Mr Price (MPC) said on Thursday, 23 October 2014, it expected its diluted headline earnings per share in the 26 weeks to 27 September to rise by between 20% and 24% from a year ago. read more>>
International
Microsoft's earning are pie in the cloud
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: Microsoft reported quarterly profits ahead of most expectations, as revenues got a boost from its Xbox consoles and Internet "cloud" services for enterprises. read more>>
Amazon's loss reaches $437m but outlook is confusing
NEW YORK, USA: Amazon says its loss in the last quarter rose to $437m after a series of product launches including new phones, tablets and television programs had failed to provide profits for the company. read more>>
Bhutan's Street View for arm-chair tours
THIMPHU, BHUTAN: Google provided a sneak peek into Bhutan by unveiling a Street View project for the remote Himalayan kingdom, featuring panoramic views of its majestic mountains, monasteries and crystal-clear rivers. read more>>
More International
Government
Additional screening to prevent spread of Ebola to SA
South Africa has the necessary measures to prevent Ebola from entering the country and spreading from the West African countries where almost 5,500 people have contracted this disease according to Minister of Performance, Monitoring and Evaluation, Jeff Radebe read more>>
Stellenbosch to analyse DNA from Nigerian church deaths
The DNA samples gathered from the 116 people who died in the collapse of the building in Nigeria over a month ago have arrived at a laboratory in Stellenbosch for analysis. read more>>
ECDC puts millions into provincial projects
The Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has provided funding of R2,5m for two pilot projects for testing the development of furniture from polyfibre. read more>>
More Government news
Motoring
Q50 range boosted by petrol power

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

Japanese luxury brand Infiniti has adopted a "Premium Challenger" mission to equal or better the same high standards set by the market-dominating fancy cars badged with a blue propeller, four rings or three-pointed star. read more>>
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New events to diarise
The Better Living Challenge Showcase
28 Oct 2014 to 8 Nov 2014 Cape Town

Pricing and Billing Conference 2014
Trade Conferences International - 29 Oct 2014 to 30 Oct 2014 Johannesburg

Cyber Crime in Banking Conference
Mogorosi Communications and Consultancy - 30 Oct 2014 to 31 Oct 2014 Johannesburg

Marie Claire Beauty Playground
Marie Claire - 1 Nov 2014 Johannesburg

Summer Strawberry Fair at Stellenbosch Slow Market
Slow Market (Stellenbosch) - 1 Nov 2014 Stellenbosch

Trade Finance Conference 2014
Trade Conferences International - 5 Nov 2014 to 6 Nov 2014 Johannesburg

Platinum Fashion Festival
North West School of Design - 8 Nov 2014 Klerksdorp

Fleet management course
TransAuto Academy - 10 Nov 2014 to 13 Nov 2014 Randburg

Cash Management and Bank Notes
Trade Conferences International - 12 Nov 2014 to 13 Nov 2014 Johannesburg

Richies Toy Fair
RICHIES MODEL CARS - 6 Dec 2014 to 7 Dec 2014 Johannesburg, Randburg

Upcoming events
Investment and Retirement Expo
Thebe Reed Exhibitions - 24 Oct 2014 to 26 Oct 2014 Johannesburg

The Annual Cintron Pink Polo event
Vivid Luxury - 25 Oct 2014 Cape Town

ED Conference 2014
Creative Space Media - 27 Oct 2014 to 28 Oct 2014 Midrand

Africa Jet Fuel and Aviation Conference
Magenta Global - 27 Oct 2014 to 28 Oct 2014 Johannesburg

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