The Business Confidence Index (BCI) for June increased by 1.3% to 83.1%, the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) announced on Monday, 6 July 2009. 7 Jul 2009
A new government agency has been created to help turn smart but cash strapped ideas into commercial products that will boost SA's economy and create jobs. 7 Jul 2009
MOSCOW: US soft drink giant PepsiCo said on Monday, 6 July 2009, it would boost investment in Russia by one billion dollars, topping the list of US trade deals expected during President Barack Obama's visit to Moscow this week. 7 Jul 2009
KUALA LUMPUR: Malaysia's health authorities have seized over US$20,000 worth of coffee mixed with sildenafil, the main ingredient in erectile dysfunction drug Viagra, a report said Sunday, 5 July 2009. 7 Jul 2009
Global brewer SABMiller yesterday, 6 July 2009, said it was responding to the downturn and competition with an aggressive group-wide cost-cutting programme, reviewing capital expenditure while intensifying marketing efforts to grow volumes in its geographical footprint stretching across 75 countries in six continents. 7 Jul 2009
PARIS: Designer Christian Lacroix has had his back against the wall since the fashion house which bears his name went into administration early last month. 7 Jul 2009
Eastern Cape tomato farmers have suffered extensive crop and infrastructure damage, which could run into millions of rands, following the recent heavy winds. 7 Jul 2009
The buzzword in the world these days seems to be “recession”. How will your company stay afloat during these challenging times, especially when research has shown that it costs up to five times more to get a new customer than retaining your existing customer? 6 Jul 2009
There is general growth in South African e-commerce, and online stores are set to benefit from the new users entering the market. That said, the pool of online users is still relatively small, and to make matters worse, of those who do have access to the internet, only 18% actually make purchases online. However, proudly South African virtual cash equivalent MiMoney is changing that by giving credit card-less individuals the ability to make purchases online. 6 Jul 2009
Kanu's 2004 Chenin Blanc Wooded
This year marks the 35th anniversary of the Nederburg Auction - an auspicious year indeed as it also sees South Africa celebrate 350 years of winemaking excellence. Once again, local and international buyers and connoisseurs will be afforded the opportunity to purchase the cream of South Africa's wines from the 156 entries on auction, many of which have garnered accolades at both local and international wine shows, attained coveted listings on airlines or achieved five-star ratings in respected wine guides. 6 Jul 2009
ZURICH: Counterfeiters who already make a fortune from fake Swiss watches and army knives have now turned to making a business out of fake Swiss rubbish bags. 6 Jul 2009
Vehicle manufacturers expect the precipitous decline in the truck market to bottom out in the second half of this year. 6 Jul 2009
HONG KONG: Rampant piracy and a crumbling market for CDs has put the music industry in Asia under immense pressure, but experts are hoping that technology and social media will help fill the gap. 6 Jul 2009
This week's economic data might confirm that the worst part of the manufacturing recession is behind us. 6 Jul 2009
We've had South African Airways, Telkom, the car industry, the banks, the dairy industry and the bakers. Each time they've protested their innocence and each time the Competition Commission, under the quiet but able leadership of Shan Ramburuth, has proved them wrong. 6 Jul 2009
IFA Hotels & Resorts has acquired a further 5.25% stake in Boschendal, taking its stake in the winelands estate to 37.33%. 3 Jul 2009
The SA Property Owners' Association has slammed a decision by the energy regulator to grant Eskom a 31.3% electricity price hike. 3 Jul 2009
Ten days in which to indulge the two extremes of your nature — health nut and hedonist — is the promise of the annual Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival. So if you want to keep fit while you risk getting fat, not to say provide enormous fun for your family, it's definitely the place to be from 3 - 12 July 2009. 3 Jul 2009
The organisers of The Wine Show Joburg, which took place from 29 - 31 May have declared the 2009 show a success, both in terms of attendance and product sales, and have already opened bookings for next year, they announced earlier this week. 3 Jul 2009
Puma has signed a long-term full technical contract with big-hitting Proteas all-rounder Albie Morkel who will now launch sixes with a Puma bat in hand. The deal runs from 1 July 2009. 3 Jul 2009
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