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International trade securities increased in Africa

Three African countries, namely Sudan, South Sudan and Djibouti have been added to the EU list of red countries, a classification that results in strict security measures being imposed on goods transported across the country's borders...

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Second buyout as Zeder makes bid for Capespan

Marc Hasenfuss

PSG-aligned agribusiness investor Zeder yesterday, 8 April 2015, confirmed persistent market whispers about its intention to buy out minority shareholders in R7bn-a-year fruit exporting giant Capespan...

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Forever is a long time

Danette Breitenbach

Years ago, a vehicle manufacturer ran a campaign where women could test drive their vehicle. I responded and booked a test drive - not a positive experience for me...

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Brand News
Draughting a vision of the future
Brannas Draught, currently being launched in student towns across South Africa, is the vision of five young entrepreneurs, refreshing the iconic brandy and coke mix in the first crafted brandy and cola served as a draught... read more>>
Commercial Property
Delta International expands Mauritius Stock Exchange listings

Alistair Anderson

Delta International, the first Africa-dedicated property fund listed on the JSE's AltX bourse, has been given permission to list up to 29-million additional ordinary shares on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius (SEM) as it looks to continue its growth across Morocco and Mozambique... read more>>
Exhibitions & Events
Safety and security specialists under one roof at Securex 2015
Securex 2015 gives visitors access to over 130 of the largest and most comprehensive offerings of security and fire products and services in Africa... read more>>
FMCG
Train your sights on new range from Winters Drift, enjoy Elgin festival
Winters Drift Tasting Station, housed in the historic Elgin station has launched a new range of wines called 51 Miles. The first two wines are a Sauvignon Blanc 2014 and an Unwooded Chardonnay 2014... read more>>
Franchising
How to select a franchise
For those of us who aren't full of confidence in our creative sides, starting a franchise can be your ticket to freedom and self-employment... read more>>
Packaging
Fritos gets its fresh on
Fritos is revitalising its brand with a packaging makeover, focused on refreshing the range to address consumer needs while boosting brand exposure in retail outlets... read more>>
International
Dove launches 'Choose Beautiful' campaign
Dove has released a new film, shot in five countries around the globe, to inspire women to reconsider the choices they make about their beauty and how those choices make them feel...(video) read more>>
Lion of St Mark goes to Bob Greenberg
CANNES, FRANCE: At the 2015 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity Bob Greenberg, Founder, Chairman and CEO of R/GA, will be honoured with the Lion of St Mark... read more>>
Australia clamps down on web pirates in 'Dallas Buyers Club' ruling
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA: An Australian court has ordered six Internet service providers to release details of customers who shared the Hollywood film "Dallas Buyers Club" online. It could set a precedent for crackdowns on online piracy... read more>>
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Business
5 Tips to creating 'apps' that perform
In 2015, if you are not developing a mobile or digital business 'app' of some description, then you are considered to be behind the times... read more>>
CRM can be really magical - when it works

Aki Kalliatakis

Best you do everything in your power to ensure you use your CRM system properly to ensure your customers have a positive experience and leave happy... read more>>
Government news
Government says it's doing all it can to address challenges in education
While challenges persist in the higher education sector, government is doing all it can to address these, Higher Education and Training Deputy Minister Mduduzi Manana said on Wednesday... read more>>
SA profs too old, too white, says Blade

Matthew Savides, Farren Collins, Dominic Skelton

South African professors are too old and too white, and the vandalism of colonial-era statues highlighted the need for a frank conversation on race and transformation... read more>>
Coega investors to create more than 7,000 jobs
The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has announced that more than an estimated 7,000 jobs will be created from the latest investor signing... read more>>
More Government news
Motoring news
Ford sharpens its Focus

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

It's very difficult to improve on an already good car but the white coats at Ford sharpened their focus and added new engines and a host of new technologies to its new Focus, at the same time applying some skilful cosmetics to sharpen the looks and overall appeal of the popular range... read more>>
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Travel news
It's in the bag

Brian Berkman

Let's keep this our dirty little secret... read more>>
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Jobs offered
Jewelry Merchandising Specialist - Johannesburg
This is a great opportunity to join the Merchandising team at Netflorist, SA's largest online flower and gifting service. Read more >>



New events to diarise
Wear SA CapeGate Eye on Eart Africa fashion show
espAfrika - 11 Apr 2015, Cape Town

Retail Banking Transactions Conference 2015
Trade Conferences International - 15 Apr 2015 to 16 Apr 2015, Johannesburg

Supply Chain and Logistics Summit
Knowledge Integration Web (Pty) Ltd - 16 Apr 2015 to 17 Apr 2015, Johannesburg

Student Expo 2015
Younique Concepts - 17 Apr 2015 to 18 Apr 2015, Cape Town

Bridal Fair at Radisson Blu Hotel
SA Bridal Fairs - 10 May 2015, Cape Town

E-Commerce Law and Security Conference 2015
Alpha Omega Events - 3 Jun 2015 to 4 Jun 2015, Johannesburg

2015 Africa CEO Roundtable and Conference on CSR
ThistlePraxis Consulting Limited - 18 Jun 2015 to 19 Jun 2015, Lagos

Public sector supply chain management
INTAH Training and Consulting - 8 Jul 2015 to 10 Jul 2015, Pretoria, Johannesburg, Durban | 7 Oct 2015 to 9 Oct 2015, Pretoria, Johannesburg, Durban

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

Africa Livestock, Meat and Fisheries Summit & Expo
MC Group - 3 Dec 2015 to 4 Dec 2015, Durban

Upcoming events
Taste of Cape Town 2015
Errieda du Toit PR - 10 Apr 2015 to 12 Apr 2015, Cape Town

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