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Sustainability the theme of MBSA 2014 Congress
The annual Master Builders South Africa (MBSA) Congress is the premium gathering for building contractors, construction and project managers, built environment professionals, manufacturers and suppliers to the building industry. Read more >>


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Architecture & Design
SAIA and Interbuild Africa partners to award bursaries
Specialised Exhibitions Montgomery has partnered with the South African Institute of Architects' (SAIA) Open Architecture Initiative to award three bursaries to the value of R10,000 each to three architecture students. Read more >>

Construction & Engineering
Drop in Evraz Highveld's share price hurts RMB

Mark Allix

Evraz Highveld Steel & Vanadium's share price has gone from nearly R190 in 2008 to about R6 now and one of the most affected shareholders is Rand Merchant Bank, which has a 7.4% stake, in the company according to ShareData Online. Read more >>

Sandton offices standing empty

Joan Muller

The amount of empty office space in Sandton, SA's largest decentralised business hub, has risen to a 10-year high of 14,2%, latest figures from the SA Property Owners Association (Sapoa) show. Read more >>

Manufacturing confidence remains subdued

Claire Bisseker

South African business confidence remained subdued but unchanged in the second quarter of 2014‚ consistent with an economy that is at risk of sliding into a recession. Read more >>

Energy
Cape Town to host 21st Africa Oil Week
The 21st Africa Oil Week will be held in Cape Town from 3-7 November with the focus on leading corporate players in Africa, Africa's opportunities, new frontier openings, and Africa's exploration potential. Read more >>

Legal regime governing Kenya's oil and gas sector

Beatrice Nyabira and Judy Muigai

Exploration interest in Kenya has surged since the country announced its first oil strike discovery by British explorer Tullow Oil in the country's north two years ago, followed by a number of subsequent finds in the same region. The discoveries have led to increased interest by international oil and gas companies which are keen to position themselves for a stake in the industry. Read more >>


Government

Tshwane's deal with DBSA for R1.6bn loan
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) and the City of Tshwane have signed a R1.6 billion long-term loan facility to support the City's capital expenditure programme. Read more >>


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Alusani Skills & Training Network - 29 Sep 2014 to 30 Sep 2014 Johannesburg

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All industry news


Marketing & Media
    The importance of lead generation - Louise Robinson
    Joshua Behrens awarded bursary to The DAVE School in US
    Why advertising agencies lose clients - Chris Moerdyk

    Medical
      SA's high stress increases heartburn, acid reflux
      Philips launches live 3D image guidance tool for tumours

      Retail
        Retail 'therapy' not a good idea for debt-strapped consumers
        Three strategies for successful businesses - Jan de Beer
        Mall developments show no sign of a slowdown - Alistair Anderson

        Government
          Gauteng keeps selling booze on Sundays
          Zuma has to spell out government priorities - in detail
          Satawu to march on SA's civil aviation authority
          Denying education is child abuse - Lebohang Mhlongo

          Mining
            Deal with striking platinum miners reached 'in principle'
            Miners arrested for gold theft

            CSI
              CSI as a brand, brand building in development - Danette Breitenbach
              Revolutionary approach to accounting benefits learners

              Finance
                Rockcastle seeks main board listing on JSE - Alistair Anderson
                Telkom's earnings up 35.1% to 388 cents - Samuel Mungadze
                Standard Bank accused of reckless lending - Franny Rabkin

                Agriculture
                  Eliminating poverty through agriculture
                  New protocol to help curb forced labour
                  Low economic growth has a negative impact on food sector

                  GreenBiz
                    R2m waste project to benefit NW youth
                    Greenpop ready for third Trees for Zambia initiative

                    HR & Recruitment
                      Portfolio a valuable tool to boost personal brand
                      Unique leaders are born, exceptional leaders are made - Mark Orpen
                      Executive search sector not affected by recession rumours

                      Legal
                        ENSafrica consolidates position in Mauritius
                        Implications of increased tax-free threshold - Gavin Stansfield and Abdul Allie
                        Bribery and corruption perceptions higher - Evan Pickworth

                        Property
                          Luxe estate living - the new thing in SA
                          E&V Potchefstroom builds first green home in the area: Part 1

                          Education
                            UCT PhD graduates increase by almost 50% year-on-year
                            SYSPRO honoured at Education Excellence Awards

                            Tourism
                              Indian industrialist acquires interest in SA wine industry
                              Take a virtual journey to Reunion Island
                              ACSA launches airport app

                              ICT
                                World Cup travel tips, IT security in Brazil
                                Delivering corporate value with data - Nick Wonfor
                                Technology is levelling the playing fields

                                Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                  New surfski championships in Durban
                                  John Legend to tour SA
                                  A taste of Brazil at the Shimmy Beach Club

                                  Automotive
                                    Jaguar claws its way to the top - Henrie Geyser: motoring editor
                                    KTM Motorcycles recalls two models
                                    Uber to take Capetonians for a cheaper ride
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