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Social enterprise is changing, Q&A with Relate's Neil Robinson
[Jessica Taylor] "Instead of equating frugality with morality, let's start rewarding NPOs and charities for their big goals and big accomplishments, even if that comes with big expenses." - Robinson read more>>



Commercial Property
Supersized Fourways Mall will take on Sandton City
Accelerate Property Fund and its development partner, Fourways Precinct, plan to turn the Fourways shopping centre into a super-regional centre of 170,000m², adding a further 90,000m² of new space in a major expansion... read more>>
E-commerce
[Biz Takeouts Lineup] 137: Vehicle branding solutions, the Daily Maverick and Nic Harry
Tune in to the Biz Takeouts Marketing & Media radio show, 25 June 2015, from 9-10am, as show host Warren Harding chats to David Ferguson, Styli Charalambous and Nic Haralambous... read more>>
Exhibitions & Events
News from SAITEX
The Peruvian Ambassador to South Africa, Nicolas Roncagliolo has celebrated the official opening of the first Peruvian national exhibition pavilion at the Southern African International Trade Exhibition, SAITEX 2015. The three-day expo closes at 4pm on Tuesday, 23 June 2015, and is taking place at Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand... read more>>
FMCG
Bouchard Finlayson excels at SAWi Awards
Bouchard Finlayson, the South African boutique winery owned by the Tollman family, has won five awards at the 2015 South African Wine Index (SAWi) awards. The winery won the Top Pinot Noir Cultivar award for its Galpin Peak Pinot Noir, as well as the Top Red Blend (unusual) award for its Italian/French red blend, Hannibal. Bouchard Finlayson was also named the number two Top Overall Wine Producer of the Year. read more>>
Zonnebloem's Lauréat 2012 released
Zonnebloem's flagship wine is Lauréat, which takes its name from the laurel conferred in ancient times on those worthy of distinction... read more>>
Eighteen medals for SA brandies at International Spirits Competition
South African potstill brandies have won a total of 18 medals at this year's International Spirit Competition. The Oude Meester's 18-year-old Souverein achieved a Gold medal and Van Ryn's 12-year-old Director's Reserve won a Gold Best in Class award... read more>>
Green Sustainability
Lego plans to build a sustainable future
NEWSWATCH: The toy company has announced the launch of a $1-billion programme to replace the plastic used in manufacturing its iconic building blocks with sustainable materials. The Lego Group also plans to make its packaging more eco-friendly... read more>>
Hospitality
Famous Brands acquires 51% in Botswana-based Retail Group
Fast-food chain firm Famous Brands announced on Tuesday it had acquired a 51% controlling stake in Retail Group, the group's master licence partner in Botswana... read more>>
Retailers
R650m for Gauteng, Massmart partnership
PRETORIA: A partnership between the Gauteng province and Massmart will result in the establishment of 500 retail shops within the province's townships... read more>>
International
Style gurus descend on Paris for men's fashion week
PARIS: Men's fashion takes centre-stage in Paris for five days from Wednesday, with Balmain's first menswear show among the highlights on a packed schedule... read more>>
Walmart pulls Confederate flag items after US church attack
WASHINGTON: Walmart said it will remove Confederate flag merchandise from its stores as a debate rages around the banner seen by many as a symbol of racial violence in the wake of a deadly attack on a black church... read more>>
More International
Business
Hijackings on the increase
Motorists are warned to be especially vigilant following the recent hike in hijackings... read more>>
6 ½ considerations for securing the home office

Perry Hutton

As increasing numbers of employees work from home, organisations often overlook the security needs of remote workers... read more>>
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New events to diarise
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

Supply Chain and Logistics Summit 2015
Knowledge Integration Web (Pty) Ltd - 30 Jul 2015 to 31 Jul 2015, Johannesburg

The South African Book Fair 2015
A Better World Network (Pty) Ltd - 31 Jul 2015 to 2 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Winelands Bridal Fair 2015
Donato Events - 1 Aug 2015 to 2 Aug 2015, Stellenbosch

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

China Homelife Fair South Africa
1 Sep 2015 to 3 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

Smart Procurement World 2015
Commerce Edge South Africa Pty Ltd - 8 Sep 2015 to 10 Sep 2015, Johanneburg | 1 Mar 2016 to 3 Mar 2016, Cape Town

9th Annual Smart Sourcing and Supply Management
Commerce Edge South Africa Pty LTD - 8 Sep 2015 to 9 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

7th Annual Retail Banking Africa 2015
Fleming Gulf - 9 Sep 2015 to 11 Sep 2015, Johannesburg

Upcoming events
New Trends - Email Marketing 2015 - 25 Jun 2015, Cape Town | 29 Oct 2015, Johannesburg
Email Marketing 2015, can you do better? With inbox clutter driving down opening rates what can neuroscience in email marketing do that will dramatically fast forward your e-marketing success? Read more >>


Oakfield Farm - Bridal Expo - 27 Jun 2015 to 28 Jun 2015, Johannesburg
With over 150 wedding specialists, a free fashion show, great food, live entertainment and over R150,000 in prizes, you will leave feeling inspired and ready to plan your perfect day! Read more >>


Legal and compliance risk management
BizStrat - 25 Jun 2015 to 26 Jun 2015, Johannesburg

Cashless Payments Summit
Mogorosi Communications - 25 Jun 2015 to 26 Jun 2015, Johannesburg

Wild at Heart Absa Kirkwood Wildsfees
Wildsfees - 26 Jun 2015 to 28 Jun 2015, Kirkwood

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