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Harley-Davidson launches Riding Academy in SA
Harley-Davidson Africa has launched its first official Riding Academy in South Africa, giving all riding enthusiasts of the legal age the opportunity to learn how to ride a motorcycle. Read more >>


Petrochemical
Angola searches for lost Greek oil tanker
LUANDA, ANGOLA: Angolan state oil firm Sonangol said search teams were scouring the Atlantic off the coast of Luanda for a lost Greek oil tanker feared hijacked by pirates. Read more >>

Components & Parts
CTSA appoints Sivuyile Boqwana to executive committee
Sivuyile Boqwana joined Continental Tyre South Africa (CTSA) a year ago as legal compliance manager and sits on the CTSA board as company secretary. Dieter Horni, CTSA's managing director says the continuous changes to legislation made it imperative that the executive committee includes a member that has capacity to ensure compliance in all aspects of the organisation. Read more >>

Fleet Management
Sanral survives its third scare
The South African National Roads Agency's headquarters in Pretoria was evacuated after a bomb scare. Read more >>

Manufacturing
Datsun releases concept car sketch
Datsun has revealed a sketch of the forthcoming new Datsun concept car, which will have its world premiere at Delhi Auto Expo 2014, India from 5-11 February 2014. The concept car represents a possible direction for the future expansion of Datsun's model line-up for up-and-coming young customers in high-growth markets, such as India. The new concept will be unveiled at Datsun's press conference on 5 February in Hall 12 at India Expo Mart, Greater Noida Delhi NCR.

Retail
Cruze joins the frisky turbo world

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

The popularity of the Chevrolet's Cruze is going to increase by quite a few notches now that GMSA has replaced its sleepy normally aspirated 1.8 engine with a turbo-fed 1.4 engine that not only provides more low-down kick but is also more frugal when it comes to fuel usage and emissions. Read more >>


International

Tata Motors MD left 'suicide note': Thai police
BANGKOK, THAILAND: A top executive of India's Tata Motors who plunged from the 22nd floor of an upscale Bangkok hotel left an apparent suicide note, Thai police confirmed. Read more >>

Sauber's 2014 car launched online
PARIS, FRANCE: Sauber on Sunday (26 January) became the third team in three days to opt for an online, rather than a lavish, unveiling of their 2014 Formula One car. Read more >>

Renault's sales rise thanks to low-cost cars
PARIS, FRANCE: French car manufacturer Renault said on Tuesday (21 January) that its sales rose by 3.1% last year to 2.63m vehicles thanks to accelerating performance by its low-cost Dacia brand. Read more >>


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New events to diarise

Gauteng Motor Show
Thebe Reed Exhibitions - 25 Jul 2014 to 27 Jul 2014 Johannesburg


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Marketing & Media
[2014 trends] Marketing for advertising - Tarryn Pitchers
Social media... Brands, you're missing the point! - Felix Kessel
[2014 trends] Youth trends in 2014 - Jason Levin and Mokebe Thulo

Medical
Chemical threat may make for an unsafe pair of hands
Malaria drug combo could help prevent pregnancy complications in lupus patients - Karen N. Peart
Canine vaccinations effective deterrent to rabies in Africa

Retail
Fish & Chip Co runs promotional competition
Samsung, Google sign patent-sharing deal
Commission not to prosecute major retailers

Government
Policy revision at SABC causes raised eyebrows - Linda Ensor
Now judges have to declare interests
SA continues with efforts to secure Korkie's release

Mining
Premier welcomes court order on Kagiso mining
Striking mine workers called to end strike
Amplats appeals to miners to respect picketing rules

CSI
Partnership will improve community's food security
Still time to donate unwanted goods to less fortunate

Finance
Ombudsman is clear about home insurance
WEF ends with cautious optimism

Agriculture
Drought-stricken Free State farmers in dire straits - Annelie Coleman
Locals cash in on marula harvest
Grains mostly softer due to good rain

Arts
Theatre4Youth Forum comes to Cape Town
Call for independent theatre productions
WGSA Knowledge Share Session in Durban

Building
September to table paper on housing finance

Environment
SANParks concerned over water pollution
Sustainability Week aims to stimulate a green economy

HR & Recruitment
Make the office work for you in 2014 - Linda Trim
Dealing with employees' New Year's resolutions
[BizCareers] Put thought into interview responses - Juliette Attwell

Legal
Unregulated industry: re-sale of electricity - Ramon Pereira and Chantelle Gladwin
SA to host first ever meeting of CCJA
SAPS confiscates counterfeit goods in Kimberley

Manufacturing
SABMiller invests US%110m in Nigeria

Property
Cancelling a bond application can be expensive
Arrowhead Property's private placement over-subscribed - Alistair Anderson
MAS Real Estate to go to capital markets - Alistair Anderson

Security
Community to be involved in recruiting police - Mthethwa

Education
Are you a square peg in a round hole? - John French
Soweto Community encourages learners to stay in school

Tourism
Tourism performs better than expected - Andiswa Maqutu
Promising outlook for SA's tourism industry in 2014
Report reveal travellers desire personalised services

ICT
Trend Micro's Security Predictions for 2014
Telkom 'in talks to sell its cellphone towers' - Thabiso Mochiko
Market expecting Telkom turnaround - Thabiso Mochiko

Sport
PE ready for Herald VW Cycle Tour
IMG Media signs agreement with Klitschko
Cowen completes Robben Island swim

Logistics
Ports seek an 8.5% tariff increase - Linda Ensor

Lifestyle
Update on Red Bull King of the Air 2014
Afrinolly Short Film Competition winners announced
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