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eBook distribution solutions emerge from Africa
There is great demand for eBooks in emerging markets however the demand for eTextbooks is even greater. Countries such as Kenya, Nigeria, China and Brazil are struggling to gain access to eTextbooks in their classrooms and universities. Read more >>


Education
Win a Sherpa Kids franchise
Sherpa Kids is seeking franchisees with a passion for working with children, an interest in a high-demand rapidly growing sector and in building the brand in South Africa. Read more >>

E-learning
SES urges Africa to embrace satellite technology
SES has called on Africa to begin satellite-powered e-school pilot projects to improve teacher competency on the continent. Read more >>

Must-have educational tools for e-learners

Peter Davidson

When it comes to learning, traditional methods may be restricting to some. Whether you want to take advantage of an opportunity far away, such as a course with a university on the other side of the country, or you want to expand your horizons and learn something new online, e-learning is a great way to achieve your goals. Read more >>

South African apps teaching kids to be creative with technology
According to local artist and entrepreneur Danielle Orkin, the adoption of technology for entertainment, learning and developmental assessment amongst children is expected to increase in South Africa. Read more >>

GBCSA launches new online learning system
The Green Building Council South Africa (GBCSA) has announced the launch of a new online learning system which will play host to a number of new programmes and upgraded existing courses to increase the availability and delivery of necessary green building education in South Africa. Read more >>

Higher Education
Open Day at Maties
The annual Stellenbosch University Open Day is around the corner. Prospective students and their parents or teachers are invited to visit Stellenbosch University on Friday, 11 April 2014, from 9am to 4pm to find out everything they need to know about being a student in Matieland. Read more >>

New report: Social Impact Bonds could boost development and job creation in SA

Issued by UCT Graduate School of Business

Social Impact Bonds (SIBs) hold tremendous potential for government to increase effective support for struggling entrepreneurs in South Africa, according to a new report presented to the National Treasury, the Jobs Fund, and the dti. Read more >>

Oxford University Press launches Student Zone
Primary & Secondary Education
School negligent in lawnmower death - probe
The Gauteng Department of Education will take disciplinary action against Dikgabane Primary School after it found the school guilty of negligence following the death of a Grade R pupil in February. Read more >>

Skills Training
Girl Child Institute of Mentorship programme launched
The phenomenal success of Cell C's Take a Girl Child to Work Day campaign, which takes place for the twelfth time since its launch in 2003, has prompted the mobile network operator to launch a pilot mentorship programme called Girl Child Institute of Mentorship (GCIM). Read more >>

JSCE ImpaCT Programme set for June
The Joburg Centre for Software Engineering (JCSE) at Wits University will be running another ImpaCT Programme in June 2014. Read more >>


Jobs offered

Part-time Marketing Lecturer - Johannesburg
Part-time marketing lecturer required, to be paid per hour. Marketing for first year students, please contact me for more information. Read more >>

Senior Director - Cape Town
The Division for Institutional Research and Planning at Stellenbosch University offers a position as senior director to a candidate with a Doctoral degree and five years' relevant experience. Read more >>




New events to diarise

Staff Workshop
Cherry Lab - 6 May 2014 Sandton

Strategy excellence
GIBS - 14 May 2014 Durban

2nd Biennial Inclusive Education Conference
Mogorosi Communication - 15 May 2014 Johannesburg

Operational risk management for financial services
Fleming Gulf, Kuala Lumpur - 17 Jun 2014 to 19 Jun 2014 Kuala Lumpur

Business of Africa 2014
19 Jun 2014 to 28 Jun 2014 Johannesburg


Upcoming events

Environmental strategy
Terra Firma Academy - 9 Apr 2014 to 12 Sep 2014 Johannesburg,Cape Town

Visual Basic for Excel
Front Foot - 9 Apr 2014 to 11 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Adult illustration classes
9 Apr 2014 to 26 Jun 2014 Cape Town

Using Emotional Intelligence
CBM Training - 10 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Movement Marketing MasterClass
The Conference Hub - 10 Apr 2014 to 11 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Introduction to the ACT formula
Pietermaritzburg Chamber of Business - 10 Apr 2014 Pietermaritzburg

Technical Report Writing (CPD accredited)
CESA - 10 Apr 2014 to 11 Apr 2014 Bryanston


All industry news


Marketing & Media
    Close shaves for 5FM's shock jocks
    Mandela's former aide to publish memoirs
    Where is your content marketing plan? - Athar Naser

    Medical
      Orphan drugs market offers big financial incentives
      Space makes the heart grow rounder
      Commemorating Global Asbestos Awareness Week

      Retail
        Consumers in SA 'easily switch to rivals' - Evan Pickworth
        Extend shelf life, variety to extend profits - Craig Binnion
        SA raids Unilever, Malaysian firm in competition probe

        Government
          Structural change needed in SA economy
          Billions to be spent on Pretoria boulevard
          SARS sets sights on Zuma after Nkandla report

          Mining
            Robots that can save miners' lives - Shamin Chibba
            Pilot Crushtec signs first export contract
            Molygraph to début at WAMPEX 2014

            CSI
              Webber Wentzel helps fight illicit trade in SA's wildlife
              Countless ways to give back with 5 for Change
              A novel way to build teams: volunteer

              Finance
                Executives see tax system encouraging compliance - Amanda Visser
                Ubank hiring aimed at growth among workers - Phakamisa Ndzamela
                SA's accountants model to be exported - Evan Pickworth

                Agriculture
                  Young breeder wins top prize at Lichtenburg Show
                  March tractor sales up 11% in March says Saama
                  50 years of Simmentalers - Annelie Coleman

                  Building
                    R25b housing project for Durban
                    Alert Steel share price drop as it fails to get out of red - Mark Allix
                    Construction of Bowman Gilfillan building commences

                    GreenBiz
                      One million solar lamps light up Africa - Melissa Jane Cook
                      Government talks green jobs

                      HR & Recruitment
                        Development projects key to poverty alleviation in rural areas - Abram Molelemane
                        Dismissals must be based on fair reasons - Jacques van Wyk
                        HRDC pledges support for small business

                        Legal
                          Patel wins Client Choice International award
                          South Africans get opportunity to run for president
                          Pistorius, Dewani cases validate SA's robust justice system - Miller Matola

                          Manufacturing
                            High costs for SA foundries, but strong government support
                            Trade Minister approves revised MCEP guidelines
                            Manufacturers in the spotlight at Oil & Gas Africa Expo

                            Property
                              Arup reveals its vision for the cities of the future
                              Tax tips: how property can save you money - Kathy East
                              Private sector to alleviate student housing shortage

                              Tourism
                                Protea Hotel Capital gets a make-over
                                kulula hosted first ever braai in the sky
                                Survey reveals what SA business travellers are missing

                                ICT
                                  One-third of phishing attacks aim to steal money
                                  ICT continuity: Are you spending enough or too much?
                                  Orange Horizons testing WiFi services in SA

                                  Logistics
                                    Chevron expands Uzuko Carriers' territory
                                    Manufacturing Circle warns against higher port tariffs - Mark Allix
                                    Cable thieves darken e-toll roads

                                    Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                      A contemporary experience of Noah - Daniel Dercksen
                                      Glide through different glow zones at the Neon Run
                                      SA's first Fashion Film Festival

                                      Automotive
                                        Growth in the commercial vehicle segment could boost tyre demand
                                        March new vehicle sales down 0.2% to 55‚363 units
                                        Ford setting sales records
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