The United States FAA has banned lithium batteries in checked baggage. 2 Jan 2008
We have just given the South African Revenue Service a very nice Christmas bonus… 27 Dec 2007
The National Credit Regulator (NCR) has served TransUnion Credit Bureau - one of the biggest such organisations - with a compliance notice following the latter's failure to comply with regulations relating to data cleansing in terms of the National Credit Act. 24 Dec 2007
The South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) recently handed an E-Mark certificate to Ceres Fruit Juices (Pty) Ltd, proving that quantity can also be quality. E-Mark is the quantity control scheme under SABS 1841 that aims to enhance consumer protection by ensuring that consumers will receive the quantity declared on the package. 21 Dec 2007
Gen-health Medical Scheme has received an initial claims paying ability rating of A from independent rating company, Global Credit Rating (GCR). 14 Dec 2007
Cricket Australia (CA), the governing body of one of Australia's favourite sports, is trying to force all photographers and agencies to sign a new contract before they enter a cricket ground. 13 Dec 2007
There's no wine to be had at Woolworths in Wonderpark, after it apparently failed to renew its liquor licence. 10 Dec 2007
The BMF said that companies should be prepared to have transformation issues scrutinised in public. 5 Dec 2007
The Competition Tribunal upheld the R99m penalty Tiger Brands agreed to pay for its role in bread and milling cartels, despite pressure from interest groups at a tribunal hearing. 30 Nov 2007
The company's corporate reputation tumbled after the competition commission imposed a R99m penalty last week. 19 Nov 2007
Educating consumers, lenders and court officials regarding the National Credit Act has been one of the biggest projects undertaken by the National Credit Regulator this year. 18 Oct 2007
USA - Retailers and the credit card industry are at odds as they try to restore consumer confidence after recent massive thefts of credit card information. 9 Oct 2007
Cengage Learning, a provider of customised learning solutions in academic and career educational markets, has announced the release of the National Electrical Code 2008. 3 Oct 2007
As outsourcing grows, so does the number of product recalls - up by more than 50% in the last six years. What can be done to protect consumers? The best way to address faulty design or any other product flaw - and prevent a recall - is to insist on quality at every stage of the manufacturing process. 27 Sep 2007
South African lawmakers gave their final seal of approval on Thursday to legislation which will make it harder for smokers to indulge their habit in the open air, at home or in their cars. 25 Sep 2007
It's officially the end of the party for papsak wine, following the publication of amendments to the Liquor Products Act of 1989. 25 Sep 2007
When the Consumer Protection Bill becomes law it will not only boost the rights of consumers but will have a significant impact on the way traders, retailers and suppliers can do business. 19 Sep 2007
USA - The Toy Industry Association, American Chemistry Council and others within the coalition opposed to Assembly Bill 1108 (Ma) have issued a statement in response to a news conference held by supporters of the legislation. The Bill prohibits the use of the chemical, phthalates, in toys and feeding products intended for use by children under the age of three. 12 Sep 2007
Isaiah Israel, owner of a company that designs and markets t-shirts under the Marco Bellini label announced he has filed suit against Amaru Entertainment, Inc, a record and film production company founded by Afeni Shakur - mother of late rap artist Tupac Shakur. 6 Sep 2007
South Africa has new regulations requiring that containers of alcoholic beverages display messages highlighting the negative effects of alcohol consumption. The regulations have been published by Department of Health under the Foodstuffs, Cosmetics and Disinfectant Act, following years of consultation with different stakeholders to address alcohol abuse in the country. 4 Sep 2007
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