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DHL Exported launched to help local designers
DHL, together with IMG Fashion, has announced the launch of a new programme: DHL Exported, to support the fashion industry worldwide. Read more >>


Aviation
Call to support aviation programme for youths
Wings of Change, South Africa's first practical course to prepare high school students for a career in the aerospace industry, is being rolled out by the Cape Academy of Mathematics, Science and Technology (CAMST) High School. Read more >>

SAA investigating a body found in aircraft's wheel well
An investigation has been launched following the discovery of a body on board a South African Airways (SAA) aircraft in the United States. Read more >>

Learners invited to KZN air festival
As part of the vision to bring aviation to the people, the event organisers of the Durban Land, Sea and Air Festival and pilots will spend time teaching approximately 1,500 learners from Durban and surrounds about career opportunities in the world of aviation. The Festival is taking place from 20-23 March at the Virginia Airport in Durban and is free to the public. Read more >>

Comair's interim dividend surprises market

Max Gebhardt

Shares in Comair rose more than 10% after the airline said on Tuesday (11 February) that it had decided to pay an interim dividend of 5c a share‚ not something it ordinarily does. Read more >>

Lights go out at OR Tambo
OR Tambo International Airport was thrown into chaos on Tuesday night (11 February) when several aircraft were grounded or refused permission to land because the runway lights were not working. Read more >>

Comair's after tax profitability leaves room for improvement
Shipping
Cruise ship trends for 2014
The cruise industry is looking forward to a new year with great potential - and it's not just a case of wishful thinking. Thanks to more ports, ships, and on-board options, more and more people are trying cruising as it becomes more accessible worldwide. Read more >>

Transport
December volume of goods transported down 1.7% y/y
The volume of goods transported (payload) decreased by 1.7% in December compared with the same period in 2012‚ Statistics SA said on Monday (17 February) Read more >>

Fleet management boost for performance
Local firms are increasingly turning to fleet management specialists to take care of the myriad challenges they face in keeping their vehicles on the road. By outsourcing their fleet management function, companies can free up their management teams to focus on their core business. Read more >>

Nissan's 'answer' for the taxi business
Nissan has re-entered the taxi industry with the launch of the new NV350 Impendulo last week. Read more >>

100 SA rhinos moving to Botswana
African safari operators and conservation groups said they plan to move up to 100 South African rhinos to neighbouring Botswana for safekeeping, as poaching levels spike to new highs. Read more >>

Super Group's earnings climb to 117.1c a share
Logistics group Super Group has reported diluted headline earnings per share of 117.1c for the six months to December, up from 92.2c a year ago. Read more >>

Barloworld upbeat on sales despite downgrade

Nick Hedley

Barloworld's stock has remained resilient this year despite a ratings downgrade by Fitch and share-price weakness among its listed competitors. Read more >>

Roads to be closed for SONA
From 17:00 today, motorists who usually use roads around Cape Town's Parliamentary precinct, are advised to use alternative routes to avoid delays, as there will be numerous road closures until midnight. Read more >>

Port partnership may ease congestion

Nce Mkhize

Congestion at the country's ports often results in the loss of millions of rand to South African importers and exporters. Read more >>


Government

Sanral to brief Committee on e-toll system
The South African National Roads Agency Limited (Sanral) will today explain its operations on the Gauteng e-tolled highways, to the Portfolio Committee on Transport. Read more >>


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Marketing & Media
New Young Lions PR competition launched
[2014 trends] 2014 Biz Trends Report now available
Word of Mouth will stand the test of time - Tralone Khoza
Free #CreativeHustles event in Johannesburg, Cape Town
Brand relevance and the printing press - Lisa Basson

Medical
Kissing burns calories, so exercise today

Retail
Two new pocket guides for food handlers
Capturing the heart of customers - Andrew Cook
New cyber-shot cameras from Sony
Woolworths to expand Country Road stores in SA - Zeenat Moorad
Pioneer Food's revenue on the rise

Government
Managers selling jobs up to R3,500 each

Mining
Seamless bend pipes showcased at WAMPEX Expo
December mining production up 12%

CSI
New name, new look for Cape Town NPO
Pampers supports Nappy Run with 10,000 nappies

Finance
Unsecured lenders ring alarm bells
Nedbank acquires 30% stake in LGB
High fees can negate retirement annuity benefits

Agriculture
Farmers suffer due to unallocated funds - Afasa
New tools, training could revolutionise pesticide management in W Africa

Building
Lack of infrastructure hampers trade with Africa
NMMU winner of architectural competition announced

GreenBiz
SANParks receives second consecutive clean audit
Wilderness Foundation receives R5m from Shamwari

HR & Recruitment
Universum announces IDEAL Employer Rankings 2013
Two biggest mistakes recruiters make - and how to fix these - Lia Marus
[BizCareers] Standing up and standing out - Juliette Attwell

Legal
Innovative legal services for businesses

Manufacturing
Higher than expected manufacturing will lift growth - Ntsakisi Maswanganyi
Tiger Brands' quarterly turnover rises to R7.7bn
First anniversary at Hisense SA

Property
Residential house prices on the rise
Rebosis‚ Delta put Ascension deal on hold - Joan Muller
Investor faith in residential property

Education
'Open Mind' launches in Cape Town

Tourism
A mine of hidden gems - Henrie Geyser: motoring editor
Uptake for new paperless ticketing system
Air Mauritius launches Wellness and Wellbeing Programme

ICT
Prevent your home WiFi from being burglarised - Doros Hadjizenonos
Eastern Cape candidates to benefit from FibreCo training
Telecel denies rumours of disinvestment in Zimbabwe - Samuel Mungadze

Lifestyle & Entertainment
Merger will increase TEAMtalk media's footprint
SA Rugby Annual 2014 now available
MK Awards 2014 winners

Automotive
SA December motor trade sales up 2.6% y/y
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