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Mazda launches all-out attack
[Henrie Geyser: motoring editor] Mazda has launched a renewed all-out attack on the South African market with a heavily-armed fighting force made up of 20 new SUV, hatchback, and a brace of small and medium sedans all brimming with new technology. read more>>



Automotive
Joburg Motor Show a platform to engage with consumers
The 2015 Johannesburg International Motor Show is scheduled to take place from 14-25 October 2015. read more>>
Ford announces establishment of wildlife foundation
The establishment of the Ford Wildlife Foundation is part of the Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa's ongoing commitment to environmental sustainability. read more>>
Fleet Management
Mazda launches all-out attack

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

Mazda has launched a renewed all-out attack on the South African market with a heavily-armed fighting force made up of 20 new SUV, hatchback, and a brace of small and medium sedans all brimming with new technology. read more>>
Manufacturing
Belaz trucks may boost ELB's earnings

Nick Hedley

ELB Group's agreement to be the South African distributor for the global Belaz range of heavy trucks is expected to have a substantial effect on our earnings Chief Executive Stephen Meijers said. read more>>
Strikes hurt metal output in SA

Mark Allix

The month-long strike by metal workers in July had a drastic effect on the output of the metals and engineering sector, the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) says. read more>>
Isuzu's Kempston Road truck plant upgraded
Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape is the home of Isuzu Trucks and is the ideal location for the assembly plant as their business focus includes the South African Development Community (SADC) region, specifically the sub-Saharan regions of Africa. read more>>
International
TomTom's new Pro 8 series driver terminals
HANOVER, GERMANY: TomTom Telematics has launched it its new PRO 8 series driver terminals at the IAA Commercial Vehicle Show, which it claims will revolutionise the possibilities and impact of Fleet Management on the business processes of clients in all industries. read more>>
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Africa
Engen rolls out EV charging stations in Réunion
Engen has established a network of electric vehicle (EV) charging stations on Réunion, the French island in the Indian Ocean. read more>>
More Africa
Government
Mining fundamental for SA economy
Mining was one of the key industries in the South African economy with a total income of R408bn in 2012, says Statistician General Pali Lehohla. read more>>
R18m payment to taxi operators in Port Elizabeth
The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has paid taxi cooperative Laphumilanga R18m to get the stalled Integrated Public Transport System (IPTS) working. read more>>
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    Digify bootcamp ready for more applicants
    Celebrating winners of Loeries Adams & Adams Young Creatives Award
    When brands troll brands - Louise Marsland

    Medical
      Serendipity and Prof David Salant's odyssey to find a human autoantigen

      Retail
        Angry mall owners sue Pick n Pay in Mauritius contract row - Matthew Savides
        Influential use of colour in store design - Callie van der Merwe

        Government
          Vandalism, theft caused water crisis in Jo'burg
          38% of Western Cape farm projects fail
          State says it's made progress on improving service delivery countrywide

          CSI
            FUEL donates iPads to Bright Start
            Coca-Cola and BT connect communities with free internet access

            Finance
              MasterCard appoints new division president for SA
              Metropolitan launches new mobile app
              Carbon offset mechanism can be aligned with carbon budgeting approach

              Agriculture
                Hobie Beach fish farm spawns shark fears

                Building
                  SA, Russia nuclear deal one of many energy-related agreements
                  Breaking down silos
                  Invitation to submit abstracts for DistribuTECH conference

                  GreenBiz
                    Solar electricity makes good financial sense
                    Encouraging next generation to go green
                    Worsening climate change could affect the economy - Richard Munang and Jessica Andrews

                    HR & Recruitment
                      Entrepreneurship and philanthropy - Zimkhitha Mqutheni
                      Win a trip to Silicon Valley
                      Fight brewing between Gordhan and PPC? - Nick Hedley

                      Legal
                        E-tolls 90% compliant with CPA - Chantelle Gladwin and Nikita Theodosiou
                        UDZ tax incentive extended for six years - Graeme Palmer
                        Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr hosts employment seminar

                        Manufacturing
                          Mega cities of the future require local electricity production - Sven Lindström
                          Bowler Metcalf to merge bottling operations - Marc Hasenfuss

                          Property
                            Nedbank invests R1.3bn in Newtown Junction development
                            A checklist for selecting someone to manage your sectional title
                            Growthpoint partners with Cavaleros to develop 43ha site in Samrand

                            Education
                              Livity Africa calls for support of digital bootcamp
                              Color Accounting eliminates the vagueness of accounting language
                              COHS offers accredited US high school diplomas

                              Tourism
                                Skukuza Safari Lodge opens up for public participation
                                Luxury and refinement flood back to Franschhoek following water-damage revamp - Brian Berkman
                                Tourism growth creates spin-offs for property market

                                ICT
                                  Enhancing digital content security in the age of information overload - Mark Hiller
                                  Why the cloud makes so much sense in Africa - Oliver Potgieter
                                  Hyper connectivity - Jessie Rudd

                                  Logistics
                                    Gauteng Transport Commission to improve transport service delivery
                                    Aviation authorities sign agreement with DRC
                                    Regulatory compliance remains the top supply chain pain point

                                    Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                      Fringe benefits - Eugene Yiga
                                      Bombay Bicycle Club to headline Synergy Live
                                      Earliest surviving English opera to play at the Fugard
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