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Biometrics have a bright future in mobile banking
There has been a rising trend in fingerprint biometric technology in the latest wave of smartphones. read more>>



Finance
TPT responds to Medium-Term Budget Policy statement
During his recent 2014 Medium-Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), Minister of Finance Nhlanhla Nene placed emphasis on government's commitment to infrastructure expansion and export led growth. read more>>
Nedbank's partnerships with farmers are focused on holistic solutions
By partnering in various initiatives to advance agricultural operations across the country Nedbank has gained insight into on-the-ground challenges to solutions for the creation of effective, sustainable farming practices with commercial considerations in mind. read more>>
Accounting & Auditing
Payroll administration

Desiree Goodwin, Issued by Meredith Harington

Ensuring that the employees in your business are paid correctly, given the correct allowances and paid on time, every time has become a challenge for many businesses due to the ever-changing legislative landscape... read more>>
QuickBooks is proud to announce the launch of QuickBooks 2015

Issued by QuickBooks

QuickBooks' latest software release boasts a number of user-friendly enhancements but retains the simple, easy-to-use functionality synonymous with the brand. This version is quicker than ever, delivering outstanding performance and quality... read more>>
Markets & Investment
Regulation is boutique asset managers' biggest hurdle
According to the third annual edition of research undertaken by research and advisory firm TABB Group, growing complexity has led to 42% of participants in 2014 citing regulation as the major focus for firms, from just 17% in 2013 - highlighting the significant challenges boutiques now face. read more>>
Top 100 companies concerned about regulatory uncertainty
Research has indicated that the challenges South Africa faces as a country are top of mind for senior executives. read more>>
Government and business must work together to boost SMMEs
Manufacturing is hampered by several factors including a lack of infrastructure, inadequate maintenance of this infrastructure, the red tape required for running small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs), and the ability of South African SMMEs to compete internationally. read more>>
South Africa must work hard to raise rankings internationally

Ray Maota

South Africa's National Development Plan (NDP), the road map to reach its Vision 2030 - will largely depend on the country's competitiveness on an international scale. We examine how the two will intertwine to make South Africa a better country. read more>>
Mega-cities can create an opportunity for social innovation
Research has revealed that 56% of the world's population will live in urban areas by 2020 and more than 35 cities globally will grow to become mega-cities by 2025. read more>>
Farmers should look to diversify export markets, says Groenewald
The unpredictability of currency exchange rates should have farmers looking to diversify export markets rather than speculating on the weakening or strengthening of the rand. read more>>
Research investment needed for small businesses
Small Business Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu has called for investment in research for the small business sector. read more>>
Taxation & Regulation
CbCR will increase transparency of businesses' value chains
During a meeting of the GB20 Leaders they expressed their concern about cross-border tax evasion and avoidance undermining public finances and trust in the fairness of the tax system. Plans to address these problems were endorsed at the meeting. read more>>
National Treasury signals shift in SA's fiscal policy
Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene has tabled the 2014 Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), which signals a shift in the country's fiscal policy through measures aimed at reducing the country's budget deficit and stabilising public debt. read more>>
International
Credit card hacking is US's top crime fear
WASHINGTON, USA: Credit card hacking is the number one crime on Americans' worry list, far above being mugged or murdered, according to a Gallup survey released this week. read more>>
Hackers targeting mobile phones for banking information
WASHINGTON, USA: Hackers are increasingly targeting mobile phones to access bank accounts of victims and steal their money, security researchers warn. read more>>
More International
Government
Current account deficit grows
South Africa's current account deficit has increased to about 5.5% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) over the past two years. read more>>
Higher profit pressure faces state-owned enterprises

Neo Semono

Members of Parliament have responded to Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene's inaugural Medium Term Budget Policy Statement (MTBPS), which he tabled in Parliament on Wednesday (22 October). read more>>
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Marketing & Media
    Pendoring withholds Prestige Award - Danette Breitenbach
    SA's top food and health writers announced at Galliova Awards - Jessica Taylor
    An integrated approach is the key to successful marketing - Diane Charton

    Retail
      Franchise Summit speaker unveils beauty secrets
      New anti-crime collaborative forum has safety at its centre
      2015 To-do-list... go to Decorex Durban

      Government
        SA citizens indicted in US rhino poaching case
        Special task team will investigate Meyiwa murder
        NPA to appeal Pistorius' conviction and sentence

        Mining
          Anglo American delivers first ore on ship
          KZN mining operation gets help to produce coking coal

          CSI
            Woolies extends WRewards to forecourt stores
            KZN NGO receives R35k grant through Vital Awards
            Show gardens event raises R162k for charity

            Building
              Blink Tower wins gold in NAE video contest
              Winners of 2014 AfriSam-SAIA announced
              Soweto to host home building and renovation show

              GreenBiz
                Latest intergovernmental climate change report launched

                HR & Recruitment
                  When individuals flourish, organisations prosper
                  SA managers don't trust employees working from home

                  Legal
                    Employee is entitled to approach CCMA directly - Jacques van Wyk, Andre van Heerden and Unesu Moyo
                    The rise of the consumer - Neil Kirby
                    SA monitoring major rhino poaching case

                    Manufacturing
                      New Foundry Generation Forum generates significant productivity improvements

                      Property
                        How a buyer's agent can save you time and money - Lauren Staley
                        Entries open for Outstanding Verge Competition
                        Property sector nears deadline to keep its transformation charter

                        Education
                          UCT signs contract to improve ICT skills and digital literacy
                          Tertiary education takes steps to meet market needs - Abram Molelemane and Anton Ressel
                          CSX launches online e-marking system in Namibia

                          Tourism
                            Q&A with Dave Andrew, FlySafair CEO - Evan-Lee Courie
                            The Vineyard Hotel gets international recognition

                            ICT
                              The digital revolution - all storage is not equal - Kalvin Subbadu
                              Cloud computing can empower SA entrepreneurs
                              Bring your own anything - Saurabh Kumar

                              Logistics
                                Supply chain management concerned about skills shortage - Mario Landman
                                Upgrading of transport infrastructure a major challenge
                                Mango to add two new generation Boeings to fleet

                                Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                  Top models to appear at Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Africa
                                  African Fashion Awards nominees announced
                                  New Lord Of The Dance production comes to Joburg in 2015

                                  Automotive
                                    Hyundai Genesis excels in safety tests
                                    The Car of the Year race is on! - Henrie Geyser: motoring editor
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