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How Spree won big at the Bookmarks - two years running

Leigh Andrews

It's not often that an e-tailer wins big at the Bookmark Awards, traditionally seen as the domain of digital publishers. But after a year of phenomenal growth, Spree.co.za did just that...

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Clicks kicks off ClubCard makeover with R150 million upload

Clicks ClubCard has undergone a makeover. It is going paperless - no need to wait for paper vouchers in the post or to print them one's self, cashback will now be loaded directly onto one's Clicks ClubCard...

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Poultry most popular meat in the world

The global meat market saw 3% volume sales growth in 2014 to reach 225 million tons, driven by growing demand in emerging markets. This is according new market research on the global fresh food industry from Euromonitor International...

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Commercial Property
Five common mistakes made when buying commercial property
Buying commercial property is a long-term commitment and a major investment for any business, therefore, care must be taken to avoid five common mistakes, as the decision needs to align with the businesses' growth objectives... read more>>
UK-based Tradehold growing foothold in Africa
UK-based property and financial services group Tradehold said on Monday that work had started on its R480-million regional shopping centre, located in the harbour town of Walvis Bay, Namibia... read more>>
E-commerce
Is our online shopping on the Ball?

Kim Gentle, Issued by Grey

In South Africa, first world and third world often blend into each other without anyone noticing, especially in the form of technology... read more>>
Franchising
Life, business begins at 60
Older entrepreneurs are demonstrating that it is possible to start a new career at a later age and, with South Africa's frail economy, it makes sense for individuals to make investments that will make retirement more comfortable... read more>>
Logistics
The cost of not maintaining your tyres

Issued by Tiger Wheel & Tyre

Maintaining your tyres is probably not at the top of your to-do list, nor even a line item on your budget, but as Tiger Wheel & Tyre cautions, you really can't afford not to maintain your tyres... read more>>
Packaging
Pyrotec maximises uptime with new 350kw generator

Issued by Pyrotec

In order to mitigate the effects of an unreliable power supply, Pyrotec has made the decision to purchase a standby generator which will be installed by approximately the end of April... read more>>
Research
Trends in South African meat market
According to the Euromonitor International category report of September 2014, as the average income in South Africa has risen steadily, meat consumption levels in the country have skyrocketed over the past two decades... read more>>
International
Uber drivers assaulted in Belgium: police
BRUSSELS, BELGIUM: Uber drivers in Belgium were assaulted by fake clients this weekend, including by at least one cabbie angered by the lower cost rival, Belgian police said on Monday... read more>>
No Amazon? No problem for Pakistan's e-commerce pioneers
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN: For Shayaan Tahir, it all began when an order he placed on Amazon for a new iPod was rejected,,, read more>>
The Best of Global Digital Marketing Awards for March 2015
European digital marketing research firm Best Marketing International monitors almost 300 digital award competitions Worldwide...(videos) read more>>
Top speakers, new content at Lions Health
CANNES, FRANCE: Launching a new format, Lions Health will offer four streams of content focusing on 'Creative Inspiration', 'The Big Issues', 'Creative Tools & Innovation' and interactive 'Knowledge Huddles'... read more>>
More International
Government news
Willingness to pay taxes has sunk to new levels
The Minister of Finance's announcement during his budget speech that personal income tax will be increased for the first time in 20 years, is going to test the willingness of citizens to pay tax... read more>>
Wheels come off farming project

Sipho Masombuka and Bobby Jordan

Transnet completes 95 electric locomotives
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Motoring news
Want to be a better driver? Of course you do...
When drivers each practice for their driver's license test, they are just aiming to pass... read more>>
More Motoring news
Jobs offered


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Rand Show
Rand Show - 3 Apr 2015 to 12 Apr 2015, Johannesburg

2015 Enterprise Development and Entrepreneurship
Global Invest Group - 22 Apr 2015 to 23 Apr 2015, Cape Town

Ladies Networking Dinner
The Face of Jozi - 25 Apr 2015, Johannsburg

Gauteng Outdoor Expo
Outdoor Events and Exhibition Organisers - 29 May 2015 to 31 May 2015, Johannesburg

GIBS Big data and analytics for CRM
GIBS - 11 Jun 2015 to 12 Jun 2015, Johannesburg

SAITEX
Exhibition Management Services (Pty) Ltd - 21 Jun 2015 to 23 Jun 2015, Midrand

5th Telecom CEM, CRM and Loyalty Summit
Fexton Conferences - 17 Aug 2015 to 18 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Cape Homemakers Expo
Cape Homemakers Expo - 27 Aug 2015 to 30 Aug 2015, Cape Town

Rustenburg Car, Fashion and Bike Expo
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Bridal Fair at The Oyster Box Hotel
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Banking Channel Convergence Conference 2015
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Wear SA - 'Fashioning the Future' workshop
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Water loss and pressure management workshop 2015
Ikhono Cosulting and Training - 26 Mar 2015 to 27 Mar 2015, Johannesburg

South African Eco Film Festival
While You Were Sleeping - 26 Mar 2015 to 2 Apr 2015, Cape Town, Pretoria, Johannesburg, East London

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