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Renewable energy sector is key to SA job creation
The announcement by the World Bank at the recent G20 Labour and Employment Ministerial Meeting that 600 million jobs will need to be created by 2030 in order to support the expanding global population is cause for major concern. read more>>



Manufacturing
SA, France sign nuclear cooperation agreement
The Department of Energy has confirmed that South Africa has signed an Inter-Governmental Framework Agreement on Nuclear Cooperation with France. read more>>
Industrial automation
kulula reduces fuel consumption on Boeing 737-800s
kulula.com has recently fitted a new set of Split Scimitar Winglets (SSW), on one of its aircrafts, making it the first African carrier to install this new technology. read more>>
New image-processing methods from Omron
High consumer expectations regarding information on food products, pharmaceuticals and non-food products, as well as new legal requirements, mean that producers have a growing need for inspection solutions that check whether the information has been applied correctly. read more>>
Manufacturing
Mitsubishi Electric releases Environmental Report 2014
With its growing importance in value creation, companies are aligning their environmental sustainability goals with company strategy - vision, mission, purpose and values - and recognising its potential in reducing operational costs and increasing operational efficiency. read more>>
Gulfood Manufacturing show opens in November in Dubai
The inaugural Gulfood Manufacturing show runs from 9-11 November 2014 at the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). read more>>
International
Philips blames Russia, China for its €103m loss
THE HAGUE, THE NETHERLANDS: Dutch electronics company Philips blamed a patent lawsuit and slow growth in primary markets of China and Russia for its €103m loss in the third quarter of its financial year. read more>>
Strong iPhone 6 sales boost Taiwan's export orders
TAIPEI, TAIWAN: Booming shipments of the iPhone 6 helped Taiwan's export orders rise by 12.7% in September year-on-year to a record $43.3bn, the Taiwanese government said. read more>>
IBM sells chip unit but bleeds money
NEW YORK, USA: IBM reported a collapse of its third-quarter profits because of the $4.7bn cost of offloading its micro-chip business to GlobalFoundries. read more>>
Europe's car sales up 6.4% in September
PARIS, FRANCE: New car sales in Europe rose by 6.4% in September, the thirteenth month of increases as a recovery in the market spreads across the continent. read more>>
Japan Display warns of enormous losses
TOKYO, JAPAN: Shares in Apple supplier Japan Display slumped more than 18% in Tokyo after the world's biggest manufacturer of screens for smartphones and tablets warned it would post an annual net loss. read more>>
More International
Africa
WesBank extends reach to Nigeria
WesBank, the provider of secured finance to the retail and corporate markets, and the National Automotive Council (NAC) of Nigeria have signed a memorandum of understanding whereby WesBank will offer its services to clients. The agreement aims to stimulate the sale of locally assembled vehicles in Nigeria. read more>>
More Africa
Government
Zuma will maintain Parliamentary obligations
The Office of the President says a media report that President Jacob Zuma will no longer attend to his Parliamentary responsibilities is both incorrect and grossly misleading. read more>>
State may sell Vodacom stake to fund Eskom

Thabiso Mochiko and Andiswa Maqutu

Crushing financial pressure on Eskom has compelled the government to consider selling its R26bn stake in Vodacom and to assess its other listed holdings‚ such as Telkom to raise the cash that Eskom needs. read more>>
Manamela tells youth to 'seize opportunities'
The Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Buti Manamela, says young South Africans must make the most of the opportunities government has offered them and must take personal control of improving their lives read more>>
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    Retail
      Le Creuset loses promotional campaign case
      New Rooibos website to celebrate Geographic Indicator status
      Woolworths donates R3 million for World Food Day

      Government
        Outcry over sex-for-marks at Brakpan school
        No Ebola in SA, neighbouring states yet
        Families encouraged to grow their own vegetables - Nthambeleni Gabara

        Mining
          Entrepreneur makes history

          CSI
            Vodacom provides e-learning connectivity solution
            Unilever launches Lifebuoy's "Partner a Community" initiative in conjunction with Global Handwashing Day
            Coca-Cola Light dressed in pink to raise awareness for breast cancer

            Finance
              Cashbuild's revenue up 10%
              Finance function necessary for diversity strategies
              Zimbabwe: Africa's first cashless society? - Sulaiman Philip

              Agriculture
                A solution to Vitamin A deficiency prevalent amongst children in sub-Saharan Africa

                Building
                  Sub-Saharan energy sector brakes development

                  GreenBiz
                    V&A Waterfront wins Lilizela Award
                    WWF-SASSI scheme serves up sustainable seafood report - Sindy Peters
                    Recycled products available at Cavendish pop-up store

                    HR & Recruitment
                      Investing in HR gives businesses an edge
                      MTN offering voluntary retrenchment to cut staff costs - Thabiso Mochiko

                      Legal
                        Assessment focuses on conditions of POPI Act
                        Debt collection and flight, fight or freeze concept - Keolebogile Mugabe
                        Employers prohibited from accepting payments by employees - Lauren Salt and Sidasha Naidoo

                        Property
                          Joburg's business hub drives demand for residential property
                          SA REIT is "never a dull sector"
                          SA developers showing more interest in Africa - Alistair Anderson

                          Education
                            UCT invites applications for MPhil specialising in Inclusive Innovation
                            SACAP becomes Africa's first academic institution accredited by IRCEP
                            Choose your portion with caution #NNW2014

                            Tourism
                              Franschhoek's Last Word on intimate luxury - Brian Berkman
                              [INFOGRAPHIC]: 2014 Ebola Outbreak
                              Heineken launches 'Open Your City' campaign

                              ICT
                                Mammoth BI conference to bust myths about big data, analytics
                                Skype launches video messaging app
                                Families lose money because of children on the internet

                                Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                  Vic Falls Carnival announces additional acts
                                  Dead Letter Circus return - Ruth Cooper
                                  The Kooks, Kelis & BollyBoom to headline World Jam Music Festival

                                  Automotive
                                    Driverless cars not just science fiction
                                    Analyst briefing will focus on female vehicle ownership
                                    RMI announces semi-finalists of WorldSkills competition
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