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FASA continues to add new franchises, new directory out

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 12:57:00 +0200

The Franchise Association of South Africa's 2012 franchise directory, out now, has over 20 new franchises that have joined over the past year, representing the highest number of member franchisors in its 33-year history. The book explains the fundamentals of franchising and looks at what makes up a good franchise offer, gives guidance in areas such as financing, operations and viability and lists all its members, detailing their activities, history, opportunities offered and the financial costs of the franchises.
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Spur takes claim of John Dory's in R12.25m deal

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:49:00 +0200

Spur Corporation announced yesterday that one of its wholly-owned subsidiaries had acquired the Kapsimalis Family Trust's 35% interest in John Dory's with effect from 25 January for the sum of R12.25 million.
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Get your ticket to big savings with Tiger Wheel & Tyre

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 10:30:00 +0200

With most of us having drastically lighter pockets after the Festive Season, January has to be the longest month of the year and that is why this month Tiger Wheel & Tyre are giving you incredible deals and discounts on any set of four wheels or four tyres in their 19 Day Red Ticket Sale.
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Famous Brands three-month turnover up 10%

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:04:00 +0200

Quick-service restaurant franchise group Famous Brands (Fbr) on Monday, 23 January, said system-wide turnover including new restaurants grew 10% for the three months commencing October 2011 and ending December 2011.
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Taste Holdings sees positive growth in December

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:05:00 +0200

Taste Holdings (TAS) on Wednesday, 18 January, reported that both its food and jewellery divisions experienced positive sales growth in December.
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Brimstone invests in Taste Holdings

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:43:00 +0200

Quick service restaurant group Taste Holdings announced on Thursday, 8 December, that Brimstone Investment Corporation had agreed to subscribe for 24 million ordinary shares in the authorised share capital of Taste at an issue price of R1.54 per share, resulting in an aggregate subscription price of R36,96 million.
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Spur meets resistance over directors' pay

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 15:15:00 +0200

Spur CEO Pierre van Tonder still hopes to convince institutional investors who vetoed the restaurant chain's proposed 40% hike for nonexecutive directors that the increase is not excessive.
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Tiger Wheel & Tyre and Michelin ready for the festive rush

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 11:03:00 +0200

Tiger Wheel & Tyre and Michelin are gearing up for the holiday rush and together are offering exciting specials as road users prepare for their big getaways.
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Spur Corp buys DoRego's

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 13:48:00 +0200

Spur Corporation has set its sights on DoRego's, a value oriented take-away chain offering a combination of chicken, seafood and burgers. Announcing the acquisition today, 5 December, the corporation said it will be paying R30 million in cash for the fast-food franchise.
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The construction is not stopping us - it's business as usual for Tiger Wheel & Tyre Sandton

Mon, 05 Dec 2011 11:01:00 +0200

Silly Season has arrived but it's business as usual for Tiger Wheel & Tyre Sandton. Even though Sandton City patrons are no longer able to access the rooftop parking for their general shopping needs, the good news is drivers can still conveniently access the Tiger Wheel & Tyre store via the Sandton City rooftop entrance.
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