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Our survival rests on convergence
[Sipho Maseko] Debates in the telecoms industry fall into three categories: what is good for consumers, good for business, and good for the country. And... Read more >>


Administration
Medical aid reforms needed now, say experts
Reforms planned years ago will have to be implemented soon if medical aid schemes are to be affordable. Read more >>

Tributes pour in for Maya Angelou
President Jacob Zuma has joined the international community in paying tribute to author, cultural activist and poet Maya Angelou. Read more >>

Gigaba outlines new Immigration Regulations
The newly-appointed Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba has outlined the Immigration Regulations, which came into effect on Monday, 26 May. Read more >>

DTI to improve support for film industry
The Department of Trade and Industry (DTI) will continue to improve its incentive scheme for the country's film industry, which contributes R3.5bn to the gross domestic product (GDP). Read more >>

NW MECs warned against extravagance
In committing to an effective, efficient, transparent and clean administration, North West Premier Supra Mahumapelo has warned newly sworn-in members of the Provincial Executive Council (Exco) against extravagance. Read more >>

Adcock Ingram announces decentralisation‚ drop in profit

Charlotte Mathews

Pharmaceutical and healthcare products group Adcock Ingram Holdings would be reorganised into a decentralised structure from 1 July‚ Kevin Wakeford‚ the recently appointed Chief Executive of the group said. Read more >>

Jo'burg council chambers to get R103m facelift

Penwell Dlamini and Lehlohonolo Tau

The City of Johannesburg plans to spend at least R103m on upgrading its council chambers in Braamfontein. Read more >>

Transnet seeks greater SADC investment in rail networks

Mpho Sibanyoni

Transnet has pleaded with Southern African Development Community (SADC) countries to invest more on railway infrastructure to improve intra-regional trade. Read more >>

Bad news for media and marketers

Chris Moerdyk

The spectre of advertising bans on liquor and fast food advertising as well as restrictive onslaughts against the media are glaringly evident in Jacob Zuma's choice of cabinet. Read more >>

Small Business Ministry welcomed
Proudly South Africa (SA) has welcomed the new Ministry of Small Business Development, saying the ministry has the potential to impact positively on unemployment, poverty and inequity levels. Read more >>

Ramathlodi moves to end mine strike
Newly-appointed Mineral Resources Minister Ngoako Ramathlodi says he has set up a task team to look into resolving the platinum mine strike that has dragged for more than four months. Read more >>

Lack of SA luxury cruise ships hurts tourism revenue

Thabiso Mochiko

Holidaymakers looking to celebrate Christmas and New Year at the coast will this year have the option of joining Cruises International's first round-trip cruise holiday along the South African coastline. Read more >>

KwaZulu-Natal welcomes move to halt Sanral plans
The Department of Transport's move to derail plans by the South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) for e-tolls in KwaZulu-Natal has been welcomed by stakeholders in the province. Read more >>

Govt warns on fake social media accounts
Government has advised people, who want to follow the developments around the new Cabinet on social media, to access their Twitter and Facebook accounts via the respective departmental websites. Read more >>

Government
Gordhan's appointment to affect property market
Bill Rawson believes the former finance minister is just the right man to turn back the tide in local government and restore good governance, and this in turn will have a ripple effect on the property market. Read more >>

Law Enforcement
Public urged to assist police into death of miner
North West Premier Supra Mahumapelo has called on communities in the platinum belt to assist police investigations into the death of a man found hanging on a tree. Read more >>

Companies forced to take money laundering more seriously

Amanda Visser

The attention given to stop money laundering measures by company boards and management has increased sharply in the past decade with heavy fines imposed by regulators‚ who have done their part in raising the awareness and risks of noncompliance. Read more >>

Politics
Winning hearts and minds online

Marion Scher

Although to South Africans there's only been one election they've been interested in recently, another election that has just taken place produced even more surprising results than ours did. Read more >>


International

Singapore blogger offers PM compensation for defamatory post
SINGAPORE - A Singaporean blogger accused by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong of defamation on Tuesday offered compensation after initially refusing to do so, as the premier's lawyer accused him of lacking contrition. Read more >>


More International


Government

Jo'burg's roads set for major upgrades

Beauregard Tromp and Isaac Mahlangu

Gone are the days of repeatedly patching up potholes, says Joburg mayor Parks Tau who says the city has allocated R1.2bn to its roads agency to build new roads instead of constantly patching them up. Read more >>


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All industry news


Marketing & Media
    Brands they are a-changin' - Louise Marsland
    Coolest brands in SA - BMW, Coca-Cola, Nike, Samsung, Apple
    Four social media marketing trends every marketer must know - Joseph Neusu
    The story of the African consumer - Laine Barnard

    Medical
      Medical technology vastly improves patient care - Janine McEwan
      Visiting Brazil - stay healthy

      Retail
        Foschini hikes credit criteria - Zeenat Moorad
        SA youth rate Sandton City the 'coolest' mall
        Online pop-up shop donates all to charity

        Mining
          AMIS confirms presence at Turkey-Eurasia Mining
          Minerals minister unveils mining task team
          Cutifani keynote speaker at Joburg Indaba

          CSI
            Ruyterwacht Senior Centre receives R10,000 from Engen Monte Vista
            Tattoo-a-thon aims to raise R705,000 for CHOC
            Community project enables underprivileged schools to focus on education

            Finance
              Massmart feels 'consumer plight' - Zeenat Moorad
              Standard Bank defends high salaries to executives - Phakamisa Ndzamela
              OUTsurance pleased with OSTI results

              Agriculture
                Sugar strike set to continue - Stanley Karombo
                EU rules against SA citrus ban, imposes stricter import criteria - Paul Vecchiatto
                Small-scale maize millers will boost food security

                Building
                  Investment in Africa's power sectors of paramount importance
                  Pilot Crushtec delivers cone crusher to Ugie Mac Quarry
                  Cape skyscraper is city's first in 21 years - Joan Muller

                  GreenBiz
                    Eco-conference encourages diversification of activities
                    Honorary Rangers celebrate 50th anniversary
                    Research on dandelion wins Continental Greentech Award

                    HR & Recruitment
                      Calls for African leaders to prioritise jobs
                      Honesty is key when searching for a job
                      [BizCareers] Is my experience not targeted enough? - Juliette Attwell

                      Legal
                        Adams & Adams partners recognised by Who's Who Legal
                        Amended Credit Bill will assist consumers
                        COMESA Competition Commission gives update on merger regime - Susan Meyer

                        Manufacturing
                          Packaging in SA is always changing shape - Mark Allix
                          Nampak earnings up 7.4% to 114.3c - Mark Allix

                          Property
                            JHI Properties helps 'fresh young talent'
                            Property contributes R191.4bn to SA economy - Alistair Anderson

                            Education
                              AFDA Durban to host Open Day
                              The IIE gets international stamp of approval
                              University of Pretoria students to represent SA in Mumbai

                              Tourism
                                SA hospitality businesses awarded Certificate of Excellence
                                Lilizela Tourism Awards extends entry deadline
                                The Marly... Poster child for great design - Brian Berkman

                                ICT
                                  Why ERP is one of the most important decisions you'll ever make - Meryl Malcomess
                                  IT needs to stand up to business
                                  Innovation Factory launched in Pretoria

                                  Logistics
                                    Decade of logistics cost information now available
                                    SkyNet partners SAQA to distribute Apply Now! booklets
                                    Boating World experiences growing demand for luxury vessels in Angola

                                    Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                      Artists announced for Durban July
                                      Nominees announced for the MTV Africa Music Awards
                                      New website as Assembly Radio turns two

                                      Automotive
                                        VW SA produces its 2 millionth engine
                                        Join the Harley-Davidson World Ride
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