The international Sign Africa 2007 and the Africa In-store show will kick-off for three days from 5 - 7 September at the Sandton Convention Centre. Spanning two halls, the exhibition offers suppliers and manufacturers of all means of visual communication the opportunity to present their latest products, designs and trends to the public. 19 Jul 2007
As at 30 June 2007, Vodacom Group recorded 32.4 million customers across its networks operating in South Africa, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Lesotho and Mozambique, reflecting a 7.5% increase in the three months since 31 March 2007. 19 Jul 2007
Vietnam is gradually becoming an important market in its own right. It boasts the region's second-fastest-growing economy after China, and its rapidly expanding middle class is buying up cell phones, personal computers and iPods. There are some 10 million mobile phone subscribers, and computer penetration in Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City is approaching 50%, says Intel. 19 Jul 2007
The mistake that many people make when writing content is adhering too closely to a particular keyword density. When you are too attached to hitting a percentage, you may be focusing more on the search engines than you are on your site's human audience. Doing this can detract from the original goal of the page, which is to convert visitors into paying clients. The key concept to remember is "targeted content." 19 Jul 2007
eBucks has been recognised as South Africa's most valuable rewards program in two categories, according to the findings of the 2007 Value in Rewards Programs survey. 19 Jul 2007
Eqos, Inc. (www.eqos.com), a provider of on-demand global sourcing and supplier management solutions for the retail supply chain, has announced that South Africa's Edgars Consolidated Stores Limited (Edcon) has gone live with Eqos' global sourcing solution. 19 Jul 2007
Eikendal, situated on the verdant foothills of the Helderberg, lightens up for summer with its latest Sauvignon Blanc 2007. This easy-drinking wine radiates a renewed crisp taste with a significant ‘greener' appeal than its more tropical predecessors. 19 Jul 2007
Search has already proven itself in the PC world not only as a way to meet users' needs, but as an effective way to turn those needs into money so that thinking is being carried over into the mobile world, explained John du Pre Gauntt, author of the eMarketer report and the company's senior analyst for wireless. 18 Jul 2007
For the last twelve months, TNS Research Surveys, marketing and social insights company, has been asking South Africans what brands they would recommend to foreign visitors attending the 2010 FIFA World Cup. 18 Jul 2007
The 2007 Flux Trend Review, in association with Bizcommunity.com is a two-day trends conference aimed at both business and consumers. It will take place in Johannesburg on 7-8 September 2007. 18 Jul 2007
Twenty food and twenty wine exhibitors offered a total 15,500 oysters prepared in unique and delectable ways while about 1,000 litres of wine was consumed between 700 people at the Pick ‘n Pay Oyster and Wine Mardi Gras. The event was held on Wednesday, 11 July, at the Heineken Pavilion at Loerie Park Sport grounds, and formed part of the 24th Pick ‘n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival. 18 Jul 2007
Chef Petrus Madutlela's drive to succeed took him from being a part-time cleaner at a catering company to becoming the country's top young chef. 18 Jul 2007
Toys for Boys is back! One of Gauteng's most exciting consumer expos is soon to make its long-anticipated return September 28-30 at the Johannesburg Expo Centre (formerly Nasrec). 18 Jul 2007
The number of South Africans with access to the Internet will grow by little more than 3% in 2007, despite massive growth in broadband connectivity. 18 Jul 2007
A new study, the Baird's Communication Management Consultants Africa Review, promises to discover exactly what encourages US investors to invest in Africa, and what puts them off. 18 Jul 2007
Ciro Alliances, the South African distributor of popular Italian premium espresso brand, Lavazza, has launched the first-ever Lavazza-accredited Barista Training Centre in Africa. 18 Jul 2007
Developing successful co-branding relationships requires commitment and investment from both parties. Philips and Sara Lee provide us with a great example of how companies can effectively develop such partnerships to drive innovation and create new markets, enhancing their brand equity. 17 Jul 2007
The top excuses for unlicensed software use reveals business owners and senior management are still unaware that responsibility for software licensing rests with them. 17 Jul 2007
Even better than just the time, there's even a spot where you can sit, relax and enjoy a cup or two... 17 Jul 2007
After prolonged economic stagnation, and at times even decline, Africa is experiencing an economic resurgence. 17 Jul 2007
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