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Diary of investment prospects in Namibia

Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:31:00 +0200

The diary of investment prospects in Namibia - the world's fifth largest uranium producer - contains, among others, exploring a land of relative peace where opportunities to make a ‘lot of money' abound in sectors such as mining, fisheries, agriculture, manufacturing, energy, tourism and human resources development.
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Zim: Marketers hold inaugural conference

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 07:46:00 +0200

The Marketers Association of Zimbabwe (MAZ) is to hold its inaugural convention in the resort town of Nyanga from 21 - 23 October 2009, an announcement said.
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The head, heart and hand of branding

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 11:45:00 +0200

The brand new world created by globalisation, informed citizenry and consumer's demand for brand experience presents a challenge for global brands to balance their aggressive marketing campaigns with social responsibility.
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Zimbabwe holds annual marketing indaba

Fri, 09 Oct 2009 10:08:00 +0200

Zimbabwe will hold its major destination marketing indaba, the Sanganai/ Hlanganani World Travel and Tourism Expo, from 14 - 18 October 2009. This will be the second event following the expo's rebranding last year, but the first since the formation of an inclusive government that brought political and economic stability in the country.
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Imara takes Zimbabwe investor indaba to the UK

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 09:10:00 +0200

Imara, a pan-African financial services group, and Fleming Family & Partners will co-host a Zimbabwe investment indaba in London, UK on 24 September, 2009. Attendance is limited to one delegate per financial institution or investment fund.
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SA investors want piece of Angolan pie

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 10:46:00 +0200

Angola is Africa's fastest-growing economy, with more than 10% growth over the past eight years slowing down to 6.2% in 2009 due to the global economic recession. Twenty-seven years of armed conflict had created a country of multiple challenges, but some SA companies currently operating there believe that the investment rewards far outweigh the difficulties.
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Zim marketers to defend profession

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 09:26:00 +0200

The Marketers Association of Zimbabwe (MAZ), formed at the height of Zimbabwe's economic crisis in 2007, has unveiled its vision and goals to the public, promising to host its first ever convention before the end of the year.
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Spotlight on Kingdom of Lesotho

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 10:03:00 +0200

The textile and clothing industry has grown significantly over the past few years, and has helped with investments and job creation, in Lesotho. There are still however many investment opportunities in the knit fabric mills, laundry facilities, electronic and electrical appliances, call centre and diamond mining industries.
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Invest in Mozambique and see light at end of tunnel

Mon, 04 May 2009 11:58:00 +0200

An ‘Invest in Mozambique' business session hosted last week by Upbeat Marketing at the Radisson Blu Hotel in Sandton, Johannesburg, outlined the advantages and challenges of investing in the country of Edouardo Mondlane.
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Southern Africa Direct, SATSA enter marketing partnership

Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:56:00 +0200

Southern Africa Direct and the Southern Africa Tourism Services Association (SATSA) have entered into a marketing partnership that aims to provide SATSA members with access to an international marketing platform. Southern Africa Direct is a 24-hour travel TV channel for Southern African travel, tourism, lifestyle, business and cultural experience.
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