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Standard Bank's Nicholas Nkosi says that sales to car rental companies climbed sharply while those among private buyers indicated the buyers were still under pressure. Image:

Car sales decline cushioned by seasonal buying

David Furlonger 5 Aug 2014

GE's Jeff Immelt says the company will commit R20bn to building infrastructure, capacity and skills in Africa between now and 2018. Image: GE

General Electric pledges R20bn for Africa by 2018

5 Aug 2014

KZN Premier Senzo Mchunu says architects have a key role to play in the eradication of slums and the infrastructural development of the province. Image:

Mchunu asks architects for help with PGDP

5 Aug 2014

Jabu Mabuza, BUSA President said much needed to be done to improve relationships between employers and employees. Image:

Zuma asks USA not to alienate South Africa

Chris Bathembu 5 Aug 2014

Grindrod's Alan Olivier says Brimstone's contribution, along with Calulo and Solethu will add value for shareholders

Grindrod, Brimstone deal worth R1.6bn completed

Mark Allix 1 Aug 2014

Intu Properties bought the Merry Hill Shopping Centre in Birmingham and this helped it to boost valuations and increase dividends to unit-holders. Image:

£602m profit in six months for Intu Properties

1 Aug 2014

Investment mission kicks off in Taiwan

Investment mission kicks off in Taiwan

31 Jul 2014

To fix or float your home loan?

To fix or float your home loan?

31 Jul 2014

Hulamin's David Austin says the new line of cans are cheaper to transport and provide better recycling volumes. Image: Hulamin

Hulamin's earnings up 42% on weaker rand

Mark Allix 30 Jul 2014

AECI's Mark Dytor is looking for opportunities in other parts of the world because of strikes in SA and the weak state of the economy. Image: AECI

AECI plans to reduce its reliance on a weak SA

Nick Hedley 30 Jul 2014

G20: Africa's growth can stabilise the world economy

G20: Africa's growth can stabilise the world economy

Sulaiman Philip 29 Jul 2014

Actis sells 9% stake in Alexander Forbes

Actis sells 9% stake in Alexander Forbes

29 Jul 2014

Spur sold food worth R5,5-billion in the year to June. Bet the waiters didn't earn 550m in tips.

Spur sells food worth R5.5bn in a year

28 Jul 2014

Hulamin's David Austin says the exchange rates are hurting Hulamin's profits and cheaper imports are reducing market share. Image: Hulamin

Hulamin makes R130m on R4.6bn revenue

28 Jul 2014

J MBusha's Analyst Farai Mapfinya says Vodacom will need to grow its data revenue to offset losses of termination rates. Image: Google+

Vodacom boosted by international growth

Samuel Mungadze 28 Jul 2014

Jaltech structures financing for Usutu transaction

Jaltech structures financing for Usutu transaction

28 Jul 2014

The legendary Kyalami 9-hour race that saw international and local competitors competing in days gone by. The track will maintain its racing status after Porsche SA bought it. Image:

Porsche buys Kyalami for R205m

25 Jul 2014

The liquidation of Lumen Technologies may mean that the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality is able to call for new tenders of the R174-million Integrate Rapid Transport System for the city. Image:

Bus contract halted after company liquidated

25 Jul 2014

President Jacob Zuma says the New Development Bank brings with it tremendous development opportunities for Africa. He also called on Parliamentary members to conduct themselves with dignity and respect. Image: GCIS

Zuma responds to debate on Presidency's budget

25 Jul 2014

Communications Minister Faith Muthambi claims that at least 800,000 jobs can be created from South Africa's 'ocean economy' that includes fishing and marine services. Image: GCIS

'Ocean economy' can create 800,000 jobs

More Matshediso 25 Jul 2014

AFED now includes economic data of African Central Bank

AFED now includes economic data of African Central Bank

24 Jul 2014

Ellies Holdings' Wayne Samson says group performance was hurt by delays in the roll-out of digital terrestrial television. Image: Ellies Holdings.

Ellies earnings drop as demand weakens

24 Jul 2014

SAB's Alan Clark says the first quarter produced strong growth for the company in Africa and Europe, which was partially offset by a drop in demand in Australia. Image: SABMiller

SABMiller first quarter total beverage volumes up 3%

Fifi Peters 24 Jul 2014

Discovery's existing offices are to be replaced by a new R2.6bn building in Sandton, believed to be the most expensive offices built anywhere in South Africa. Image:

Discovery builds most expensive offices in SA

Alistair Anderson 24 Jul 2014

The order for new passenger trains from Prasa has boosted Alstom's earnings and its order book. Image: Prasa

SA train deal doubles Alstom's order book

Nick Hedley 24 Jul 2014

Free app for private equity in Africa

Free app for private equity in Africa

24 Jul 2014

PwC's Johan Potgieter says that digital and mobility are key issues that need to be addressed by businesses in South Africa. Image: LinkedIn

Mobile technology expansion needed

23 Jul 2014

Anthony Clark of Vuvani says that a deal between Clover and Bowler Metcalf would make strategic sense. Image: Twitter

Clover-Bowler deal 'makes sense' say analysts

Nick Hedley 23 Jul 2014

Investec's Graeme Katz says the new Brisbane building has stable tenants, retail space an is a solid investment for the group. Image:

Brisbane office building bought by Investec

Alistair Anderson 22 Jul 2014

The DTI's Lionel October says that year-long negotiations have resulted in Samsung undertaking to open a manufacturing plant at Dube Tradeport in KwaZulu-Natal. Image: DTI

Samsung's first African factory goes up in Dube

Nick Hedley 22 Jul 2014

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