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Amendments to Environmental Act to take effect
South African businesses should take note that the amendments introduced by the National Environmental Management Laws Amendment Act (NEMLAA), are due to come into effect on 2 September 2014. read more>>



Climate change
Africa Engineering Week aims to change lives
Africa Engineering Week is currently underway at the University of Johannesburg's Doornfontein Campus from 1-4 September. read more>>
Higher profile for climate change in new SDGs

Jaspreet Kindra

NEW YORK: Following months of lobbying by poor island states and NGOs, action on climate change is to be a stand-alone goal among the 17 newly agreed Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). read more>>
CSI
Kumba invests R10.5m in solar-powered internet school initiative
The first of four solar-powered internet schools has been opened at Jiyana Secondary School in Tembisa. read more>>
Cathay Pacific and Trees for All plant trees to uplift SA communities
In partnership with Cathay Pacific, Food & Trees for Africa's (FTFA) Trees for All programme will be planting 174 trees at two schools in Katlehong this Arbor Month. read more>>
Amarula Trust funds five-year elephant protection project
The Amarula Trust is funding a new project to protect elephants, focusing on ways to manage the competition for scarce resources between the species and the residents of Botswana. read more>>
Environmental management
Environmental and infrastructural projects handed over
The Department of Environmental Affairs has recently completed environmental and infrastructural projects in six nature reserves to the value of over R125m in the Free State. read more>>
Government ready to monitor safe shale gas exploration
CAPE TOWN: Government says it is ready to regulate and monitor companies that have expressed an interest in exploring shale gas in the country. read more>>
Sustainable development
Nedbank unveils fourth Green Building
Nedbank Lakeview in Roodepoort, west of Johannesburg, is the fourth occupied Nedbank building to achieve the 4-Star Green Star Rating from the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA). read more>>
VW wins SJM Flex Environmental Award
Volkswagen Group South Africa (VWSA) has been awarded the coveted SJM Flex Environmental Award as well as the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) of the Year award at the annual banquet of the Exporters Club of South Africa: Eastern Cape, held in Port Elizabeth recently. read more>>
New recycling depot opened at Cato Ridge
A new recycling facility near Cato Manor in KwaZulu-Natal was officially opened on 22 August 2014. read more>>
Browns to donate 500 trees this Arbor Month
In celebration of Arbor Month, this September Browns is donating 500 trees to disadvantaged residents in Khutsong, a township on the West Rand. read more>>
Africa
World Panel solar panels launched in Zambia
The World Panel solar panels that charge mobile phones, was officially launched on 28 August by World Panel Zambia at Lusaka's Taj Pamodzi Hotel. read more>>
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Government
Water leaks cannot be left unresolved says Mchunu

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KwaZulu-Natal Premier Senzo Mchunu says mayors and councillors should be at the forefront of the fight against water leaks and the poor quality of water provided to municipal residents read more>>
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Marketing & Media
    The blurred lines between online marketing and advertising - Kamogelo Modise
    The future of TV and advertising and why we should be excited - Adelaide Potgieter

    Medical
      Regular screenings provide early warnings - Andrew Edwards
      Intellectual disability should not mean physical inactivity
      Hay fever season could peak following wet winter - Mariska van Aswegen

      Retail
        Evolution of point-of-sale systems
        Pick n Pay opens new price matching front - Zeenat Moorad
        Update on CPA at Consumer Complaints Management conference
        Massmart takes knock from Game - Zeenat Moorad

        Government
          Government says it will protect textile sector
          Public servants must 'serve' the public
          AG to probe corruption in Westonaria
          Government seeks to transform economy

          Mining
            Rotary lobe compressor showcased at Electra Mining expo
            MD calls for removal of barriers to entry into engineering for women

            CSI
              TEAMtalk media provides opportunities in sports journalism

              Finance
                Ascension surpasses its own growth targets - Nick Hedley
                No retrenchment of Ellerines workers yet
                Insurance schemes hurt medical aids

                Agriculture
                  SU and ETH Zurich sign food security research agreement
                  Dedicated beneficiaries reap what they sow
                  Chevron announces tractor restoration competition winners

                  Building
                    Tolls will keep SA's roads servicable says Cesa - Philani Nombembe
                    Brick manufacturer invests in Pilot crusher

                    HR & Recruitment
                      CNN launches Smart Business
                      New app aims to simplify the absenteeism reporting process
                      Taking the pain out of conducting criminal checks

                      Legal
                        Sexual harassment vs inappropriate comment - Olivia Eleanor Timothy and Zaryl Bhero
                        Agreements between Competition Commission, regulators concluded - Leana Engelbrecht

                        Manufacturing
                          GPI, Tellumat enter into joint manufacturing venture
                          July PPI drops marginally to 8%
                          Intellectual property leakage a major threat for manufacturers, report finds

                          Property
                            The risk of renting out one property - Martin Goodman
                            Has social media changed the face of real estate?
                            Expert tips on managing your rental property - Davis Miller
                            RICS releases sub-Saharan African property market report

                            Education
                              BYM summit to bring Africa's 100 brightest young minds together
                              AAT(SA) uplifts accounting standards

                              Tourism
                                Get ready for Bombay Brasserie's Chilli Festival
                                SA pumps R100m into tourism industry - Nosihle Shelembe
                                Tips for a safe and stress-free visit to Mozambique
                                fastjet launches Tanzania-Uganda route

                                ICT
                                  Data cannot work in isolation of analytics
                                  CIOs need to embrace digital ethics

                                  Logistics
                                    fastjet aims to launch airline base in Kenya
                                    flydubai adds three new routes in East Africa

                                    Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                      Standard Bank Chenin Blanc Top 10 Challenge winners announced
                                      Taste of Africa to feature at the Soweto Wine & Lifestyle Festival
                                      Win a trip to Dubai with Vida e Caffè

                                      Automotive
                                        All-new Mustang rolls off production line
                                        Western Cape used vehicles cheapest in SA
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