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SAB's performance in line with expectations

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 12:08:00 +0200

The South African Breweries Limited, SABMiller plc's local operation, on Thursday, 19 November 2009, announced a solid performance with a volume trend in line with expectations for the first half of the financial year.
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Octanorm celebrates 40 years in exhibitions

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:28:00 +0200

The Octanorm System, one of the recognized leaders in exhibition, shop fitting and point of sale industries, celebrates 40 years in the production of re-usable lightweight stand construction systems.
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Halls help prevent repeat of 'anthem fiasco'

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:27:00 +0200

While South Africans across the globe are doing their level best to ensure that Ras Dumisani never repeats his performance of the national anthem, Cadbury South Africa has come up with a sure-fire way to ensure that the apparently well-known reggae singer will be in better voice - should he be given the opportunity to sing it again.
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International honours for Tops GM

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:23:00 +0200

Raymond Edwards, GM Liquor, for Tops at Spar was inducted into The Keepers of the Quaich as well as the Commanderie Du Bontemps this year. Edwards is only one of about 25 people in South Africa who has earned the title of Keeper and one of just three people in South Africa who has earned such the Commanderie du Bontemps.
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'Healthier' tacos shells

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:17:00 +0200

Old El Paso taco shells now contain sunflower oil, making them a 'healthier' option. They will also have lower salt and cholesterol, with no compromise to taste.
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News Cafe search for new face

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:04:00 +0200

Entries for the Cointreau Face of News Cafe 2010 title opened this week at a fashion show and cocktail party, which included supporting competition sponsors, Cointreau; True Religion; Wonderbra; Pure Police DNA, Maybelline NY Cosmetics and Elchim SA.
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Marks & Spencer appoints Marc Bolland as CE

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:51:00 +0200

LONDON, UK: British clothes-to-food retailer Marks & Spencer on Wednesday, 18 November 2009, announced the appointment of Dutch supermarket boss Marc Bolland as its new chief executive.
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Zonnebloem releases limited edition wines

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 11:08:00 +0200

Zonnebloem has released its selection of limited edition wines; the 2009 Sauvignon Blanc, which won a gold medal at this year's Veritas Awards, Chenin Blanc 2009 and Shiraz 2007, also medal contenders have been released.
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Makaraba goes international

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 10:22:00 +0200

Makoya Designs has introduced a merchandised version of the Makaraba, making the fan helmet widely available. Serious interest has been shown from America, Europe and even Canadian ice hockey teams and in South Africa, it is also targeting cricket and rugby.
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Bronx reveals its stiletto

Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:08:00 +0200

Bronx Ladies footwear has recently revealed The Hazel, a “statement shoe” that is a multi-strapped caged-style stiletto with an angular design.
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