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Irreversible cost of counterfeiting on global economies
[Dean Bellingan and Paul Muscat] Counterfeiting is causing brand dilution, job losses and irreversible damage to global economies. Described as "the crime of the 21st century," it has become a lucrative underground business around the world... read more>>



Brand News
Heineken launches 330ml Cool Can
Heineken has recently unveiled its new 330ml Cool Can, which makes it the first beer brand in South Africa to be available in a 330ml sleek can. It's also the first market in the world to launch a sleek can with this design... read more>>
Demand hits sweet spot for Cadbury
Cadbury's nearly 90-year-old factory sits in front of the North End Lake in Port Elizabeth. Now an industrial hub, much has changed in the area over the years, but the original façade of the building and the faint smell of melted chocolate wafting through the air remain a constant in the precinct... read more>>
Commercial Property
Spire acquires management contract in Mount Edgecombe
Spire Property Management has recently secured the management contract of a new retail centre, Mount Edgecombe Plaza, in KwaZulu-Natal... read more>>
CSI
Foschini and Relate Bracelets team up for Women's Month
Foschini is aiming to raise R100,000 for women-led non-profit organisation 18twenty8 through the sale of limited edition bags and Relate Bracelets with the theme 'We Are Women, Passionate, Generous, Real', available in store throughout August... read more>>
Exhibitions & Events
Marine innovation to shine at the Johannesburg Boat Show

Issued by Bike, Boat and Outdoor Show

Innovation takes centre stage at the 2015 Johannesburg Boat Show. The latest boats and marine engine technology will be on display from 14-16 August at the Johannesburg Expo Centre, Nasrec... read more>>
Packaging
Labels that say it all

Issued by Pyrotec

Today's consumers care about the safety, nutritional value and environmental impact of the food they eat - and product labelling that reflects this will enable them to make more informed choices at the point of purchase... read more>>
International
Adidas defend controversial Manchester United women's shirt
LONDON - Manchester United kit maker Adidas has been forced to defend its controversial new shirt designed specifically for female fans of the Premier League club... read more>>
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New events to diarise
5th Telecom CEM, CRM and Loyalty Summit
Fexton Conferences - 17 Aug 2015 to 18 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

5th Annual Customer Experience
Fexton Conferences - 17 Aug 2015 to 18 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Fleet management course
TransAuto Group - 17 Aug 2015 to 20 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

Home & Lifestyle Expo
Killarney Mall - 25 Aug 2015 to 30 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

2015 All Africa Business Leaders Awards
ABN Productions - 26 Aug 2015, Lagos | 17 Sep 2015, Nairobi | 1 Oct 2015, Johannesburg | 13 Nov 2015, Johannesburg

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

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

The Herald First Choice Kids & Baby Expo 2015
Harwood Events - 2 Oct 2015 to 4 Oct 2015, Port Elizabeth

The Business Excellence Forum and Awards
ActionCOACH SA - 5 Nov 2015 to 6 Nov 2015, Johannesburg

The 3rd Annual Smart Procurement World WC 2016
Smart Procurement World - 1 Mar 2016 to 3 Mar 2016, Cape Town

Upcoming events
Decorex Joburg 2015
Thebe Reed Exhibitions - 6 Aug 2015 to 10 Aug 2015, Johannesburg

100% Design South Africa
Thebe Reed Exhibitions - 6 Aug 2015 to 10 Aug 2015, Midrand

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Leonardo da Vinci
"Iron rusts from disuse, stagnant water loses its purity, and in cold weather becomes frozen; even so does inaction sap the vigors of the mind."

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Shops should be allowed to open on a Sunday because in a free society government should not have a right to dictate opening hours. - Wed Aug 05
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