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Closing date for Green Talents comp draws closer
The deadline for submissions in the Green Talents - International Forum for High Potentials in Sustainable Development competition is 12pm on 16 June. Read more >>


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Wild Talk Africa showcases films at Durban International Film Festival
For the second year running, Durban Wild Talk Africa will showcase a selection of both local and international natural history films during nine slots at the 35th Durban International Film Festival which runs from 17-27 July 2014. Read more >>

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DeskBags calls for corporates to help school kids
As its World Environment Day initiative, DeskBags appealed to corporates throughout the country to donate their old and unused billboards, which are used to create these educational aids. Read more >>

#ChangeYourSpots with Bridgestone and the Cape Leopard Trust
It's World Environment Day and to mark its 10th anniversary, the Cape Leopard Trust has partnered with Bridgestone to launch the #ChangeYourSpots campaign, encouraging South Africans to do exactly that. Read more >>

Andiccio24 partners with FTFA for a greener Gauteng
Pizza specialists Andiccio24 has joined forces with Food & Trees for Africa (FTFA) to promote a greener Gauteng. Read more >>

Peninsula Paddle to conserve inland waterways
In an attempt to raise awareness around the issues of pollution and degradation of Cape Town's waterways, this Sunday a 27km paddle will take place across the city via the inland network of rivers, lakes and canals. Read more >>

Environmental management
Rising sea-levels in the spotlight during environment month
The United Nations General Assembly has declared 2014 as the International Year of Small Islands Developing States (SIDS) to give recognition to these destinations and to also create awareness with regards to their challenges and successes. Read more >>

WESSA objects against application to mine near nature reserve
The Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) has expressed its concern about an application by Ibutho Coal to develop an anthracite coal mine on the boundary of the Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park (HIP) in KwaZulu-Natal. Read more >>

Factory installs waste separation igloos
General Motors South Africa (GMSA) rolled out colourful new waste separation igloos at the Struandale plant last week in celebration of World Environment Day which is commemorated worldwide on 5 June. Read more >>

Renewable energy
US launches USD1bn push for off-grid Africa power
WASHINGTON: US companies have promised $1 billion for off-grid power projects in Africa, putting a growing focus on small-scale and renewable energy in the push to ease the continent's chronic electricity shortages. Read more >>

Sustainable development
WWF-SA expert to address Food Security Seminar
Environmental media and sustainability company, alive2green, has confirmed that environmental enthusiast, Inge Kotze, will be one of the speakers at the Food Security Seminar on 19 June in Pretoria. Read more >>


International

Nissan new e-NV200 electric car
YOKOHAMA, JAPAN: Nissan has unveiled its second all-electric vehicle, the e-NV200, the Japanese car manufacturer's latest push into the eco-friendly car sector despite disappointing sales. Read more >>


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Marketing & Media
    Big ideas, big data, big love - Shaune Jordaan
    Can social selling be used to increase B2B sales? - Graeme Wilson
    SuperSport lines up FIFA World Cup digital viewing

    Medical
      Philanthropist gives Rotary US$1 million for polio eradication
      Reducing TB in HIV patients through two-pronged approach
      A new device deciphers the language of cells - Bruce Fellman

      Retail
        How consumer behaviour affects design decisions
        Consumers' responsibility to food safety - Leanne Tee
        Woolworths deal may be in Australian magnate's line of fire - Zeenat Moorad

        Government
          Germany pulling out of SKA disappointing
          Chief Justice responds to criticism over religion, law
          Former deputy police commissioner arrested for fraud

          Mining
            SA mining sector invited to explore Peru
            Set Point to showcase services at Botswana conference

            CSI
              Making magic with a love movement - Danette Breitenbach
              CSI: a business imperative - Danette Breitenbach
              'Night of 1000 Drawings' to raise funds for better learning conditions

              Finance
                Recession unlikely in second quarter: Reserve Bank
                Sanlam looking to invest in Africa, South-East Asia - Phakamisa Ndzamela
                Private Equity Industry Survey reflects 17% increase in funds

                Agriculture
                  Food security in spotlight at AgriYouth Indaba
                  Minister Zokwana committed to farm worker sectoral determination

                  Building
                    15 finalists for AfriSam-SAIA Award for Sustainable Architecture
                    Transnet CE plans to 'industrialise railways' - Amanda Visser

                    HR & Recruitment
                      Improving efficiency a top priority among businesses - Rona Sauer
                      Unique perspective of youth is driving SA's development goals
                      Young professionals are transforming the workplace - Rona Sauer

                      Legal
                        Bentley wins LexisNexis Prize for Legal Practitioners
                        Competition Commission appeals against Tribunal's finding - Leana Engelbrecht
                        Sanral urged to reveal its secret costs - Philani Nombembe

                        Manufacturing
                          Mondi to buy US Graphic Packaging International for $105m - Alistair Anderson
                          SA's manufacturing figures drop, raising red flags - Ntsakisi Maswanganyi and Nick Hedley
                          Transnet wants to 'industrialise railways' - Amanda Visser

                          Property
                            When will the Real Estate Sector become BEE compliant?
                            Women on an even playing field in the property game
                            Kyalami track could fetch at least R120m - Nick Hedley

                            Education
                              Rally to Read brings literacy to primary schools
                              Students may end up with debts they can't pay
                              Microsoft eTourism Workshop to empower local SMEs
                              Wits to host Digital Africa Festival

                              Tourism
                                Suncoast kick starts careers
                                Travelstart releases 2014 Travel Trends Report
                                Best places to visit in summer - Amelia Verona

                                ICT
                                  "New age" estate agency launches
                                  Tips for using ATMs and avoiding credit card cloning in Brazil
                                  Frost & Sullivan, African electronic test equipment market report findings

                                  Logistics
                                    Businesses should capitalise on Africa's rising opportunities
                                    Cape Town's SA's most congested capital
                                    Comair launches its Cadet Pilot Training Programme

                                    Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                      Final five in Wolftrap Steakhouse Championships announced
                                      Wined, dined and treated fine at the The Twelve Apostles - Ruth Cooper
                                      2014 MTV Africa Music Awards winners

                                      Automotive
                                        Two Centennial Edition Maseratis for SA
                                        Opel outlines growth plan until 2022
                                        Toyota's CEO stresses importance of Hino Trucks
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