| 12 Sep 2011 |
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South Africa's affluent consumers are focussing more on personal liquidity management and postponing expenditure on big ticket items. This is according to the latest analysis of customer behaviour by Absa Private Bank. Read more >>
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According to a 2010 Retail Food Sector Report, compiled by GAIN (Global Agricultural Information Network), convenience shopping - exemplified by c-stores such as Freshstop at Caltex - is a growing trend among middle- to high-income consumers. Read more >>
Associations
A new SMME online platform, known as Quisme, has launched to provide a space where like-minded entrepreneurs are able to research business-related content; engage with one another with the view of seeking advice from other like-minded business owners and assist one another in solving common dilemmas that are part and parcel of running a business. Read more >>
 The regional Special Star Awards, an initiative by the South African Council of Shopping Centres (SACSC), which recognise and celebrate retailers and service providers who have delivered exceptional levels of service, have been awarded to Gauteng retailers. Read more >>
Banking & Finance
Brand news
Clothing & Textiles
 The annual Makhulu Polane (Big Idea) t-shirt design competition is once again looking for the best design talent, as this year's theme 'Bottom of the school desk' encourages a nostalgic look at the design influence of the classroom. Read more >>
Commercial property
Corporate Social Investment
 The Bidvest World Chefs Tour Against Hunger, which began on 20 August 2011 and ended in a spectacular gala dinner in Johannesburg on Tuesday 30, saw chefs from as far afield as Thailand, the US, Myanmar, South Tyrol, Russia, Nigeria and Saudi Arabia coming to South Africa to help fight the ravages of hunger. Read more >>
Exhibitions & Events
FMCG
Franchising
Green sustainability
The Bureau of Market Research (BMR) at Unisa has undertaken a study to gain a better understanding of business responses to the issues of climate change and sustainability. Using a two-phased approach, the first phase of the study is an analysis of the nonfinancial/sustainability reports of 10 selected JSE-listed companies. Read more >>
 [George Grieve] Taking little green steps can make a big difference for the environment and for your business. In fact, eco-friendly products, services and practices can reap cost savings and profit gains, while building customer loyalty and contributing to a healthier planet. Read more >>
Health & Safety
 The new Department of Health's legislation to limit artery-clogging artificial trans-fats (industrially processed trans-fatty acids) in all food products to a maximum of 2% in all foods could help South Africans become fat wise. Read more >>
[Zeenat Moorad] Woolworths Holdings (WHL) said it was recalling hot water bottles sold since April 2011. Read more >>
Hospitality
[Zeenat Moorad] Despite savoury suspense that just won't go away, Spur on Thursday, 10 September 2011, insisted it was not in negotiations with Famous Brands over a possible deal. Read more >>
 Kauai, one of the leaders in the fast casual health food sector, turned 15 years old this April and opened its 100th store in Blouberg, Cape Town at the end of last month. The Eden on the Bay store is owned by franchisee Wayne van Bloemenstein, who already has one other store at Bayside Mall. Read more >>
Import/Export
South Africa will soon resume exporting raw wool to China after an agreement was reached on the issuing of health clearance certificates pertaining to rift valley fever (RVF), Cape Wools SA said on Wednesday, 7 September 2011. Read more >>
Logistics
Following a competitive tender process, Transnet SOC Ltd signed an agreement with China-based Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries for the purchase of seven tandem lift ship-to-shore (STS) cranes for the Durban Container Terminal - Pier 2. The tender is for the design, manufacture, delivery and commissioning of the cranes to replace the terminal's ageing infrastructure and will be installed during the 2012/13 financial year. Read more >>
Manufacturing
Manufacturing business confidence has fallen sharply in the third quarter 2011 to 36 index points, from 51 in the preceding quarter, according to the latest Bureau for Economic Research's (BER) manufacturing survey. Read more >>
Regulatory
National Consumer Commissioner Mamoduphi Mohlala is determined to fine the country's top telecommunications operators up to 10% of their annual turnover if they do not comply with the Consumer Protection Act by 30 September 2011. Read more >>
Research
The average cash withdrawal value across South Africa for August 2011 was R406, 3.05% down on July's average withdrawal of R418, the third highest ever recorded by the Spark Cash Index (SCI). Read more >>
The results of the SA AutoBrand 2011 Survey suggest that great service - both before and after a vehicle sale - is the most powerful way to enhance the reputation of a marque. When it comes to buying a car, a good experience at time of purchase coupled with excellent after-sales care and reliable vehicle servicing, are the most influential factors when it comes to brand perception. Read more >>
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 Soweto is bustling and perceptions are changing of what is arguably Joburg's most famous suburb. So how does one market Soweto to the rest of Joburg, but also market Soweto to the people who live there? Listen to last week's Bizcommunity/Chai FM Media & Marketing radio show, which airs every Wednesday 6pm-7pm on 101.9 FM in Johannesburg and via streaming audio. [ twitterfall] Read more >>
 Before launching your company's promotional campaign offering tickets to the Rugby World Cup 2011, Phillip Haupt, senior associate, trademark department at Adams & Adams, recommends you review it carefully to ensure that you would not be charged with trademark infringement, passing-off and ambush marketing. Read more >>
Retailers
[Annaleigh Vallie] South African retailer Woolworths Holdings has announced a joint venture in Tanzania and Uganda, adding more stores to its growing African portfolio. Read more >>
 Clicks retail chain is aiming to reach 500 stores in South Africa in the next three to five years, as it opens its 400th store in the Tiffany Shopping Centre in Umhlali on the KwaZulu-Natal North Coast. It has 20-30 planned for 2012. It also has stores in Namibia, Botswana and Swaziland. Read more >>
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has decided to appeal against the Federal Court's judgment dismissing its application to prevent Metcash from acquiring the Franklins supermarket business. Read more >>
Shipping & Transport
[Andries Mahlangu] With the soon-to-be implemented tolling system in Gauteng anticipated to add a fair bit to current operating costs, the road freight industry has a tough time ahead, according to the Road Freight Association. Read more >>
Technology
Training
 Pitch & Polish, an entrepreneurial competition sponsored by Brandhouse Beverages, Raizcorp and 36ONE Asset Management, is in its second year. Round two of the competition, where competitors present their entrepreneurial ideas to judges and audience has just taken place in various venues in South Africa. Read more >>
 NEW YORK, US: "Where are all the Black People? Part 2" is a follow-up event to One Club's successful panel discussion about diversity in advertising, which was held during the 2011 Creative Week. Now for Part 2. Read more >>
 LONDON, UK: Digital marketing channel specialists who continue to work in silos are taking a risky approach, warns a white paper by Software-as-a-Service marketing technology provider, Hydra. Read more >>
 PARIS, FRANCE: In the world of films, franchises are generally commercially successful but creatively unrewarding. Although both these aspects tend to suffer as the series continues. However... Read more >>
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Franchising
 Tiger Wheel & Tyre is offering great deals on their world-class range of Hankook Performance Tyres. Read more >>Instore media |  |
 Fishwicks produces a wide range of superlative products, ranging from leaflets to magazines, menus, backlit boards, posters, annual reports, POP, headers, banners, and security printing - all printed on a wide variety of materials including paper, board, correx, corrugated or vinyls. They have the ability to produce one copy or hundreds of thousands. Read more >>Logistics
IMPERIAL Logistics has been awarded the Achiever Award for 'Best Training Programme for a Large Company', presented this year by BHP Billiton. Read more >>
Taxation
Business Unity South Africa (Busa) is to meet with the South African Local Government Association (Salga) to discuss the proposed tax on businesses in five metropolitan municipalities. Read more >>
The World Economic Forum's Global Competitiveness Index shows that South Africa and Mauritius have moved up the Index and are the only two African countries in the top half of the index according to Business Live. Read more >>
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 Jack Daniel's will be 161 years old this September. The man who would go on to become a legend, by giving his name to the whiskey that today, is the single biggest selling whiskey label in the world, was born in September 1850. As we all know, birthdays are about gift giving, and some might say the only thing a great American icon should give, is another. So this year, one extremely lucky person will win the iconic GT worth R1 Million! Read more >>
 Sipping the occasional glass of wine may seem relatively harmless, and could even be beneficial to the drinker's health. However, for parents, even moderate drinking can result in one unintended consequence: an increased risk their children will drive under the influence as adults. Read more >>
 [Henrie Geyser: motoring editor] In spite of its popularity the Volkswagen Jetta has for years been subjected to derogatory remarks such as "boring", "grandpa's wagon", " the VW rent-a-car" and "golf with a glued-on boot" - but all of that is going to disappear rapidly now that the all-new sixth generation Jetta has arrived in dealer showrooms in South Africa. Read more >>
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 The new Park Inn by Radisson hotel is set in Cape Town's Foreshore and will open in November, 2011. The hotel's event facilities will include a pre-function rooftop area, conference room and high-tech audiovisual equipment. Read more >>
More Travel news...
 [Corné Krige] The first round of World Cup games is now over and what an exciting round of rugby it was. There was probably only one runaway game and that was the opening game between host country New Zealand and Tonga, and that scoreline was flattering to the All Blacks. The rest of the games were all really tight affairs and the so-called minnows all ran their more favoured opponents close. The two outstanding performers for me were Romania and Japan. Read more >>
 [Corné Krige] I was in Livingstone on Thursday and switched on the TV for the official send off for the Springboks. I have to admit that I got goosebumps when I saw how many people had turned out to show their support for the Boks. I have always been proud to be South African, but that amount of support really took my patriotism to another level. I tried to remember what our farewell was like in 2003 and my memories were very vague. This confirms my suspicion that it was nothing like what we saw last Thursday in Sandton. Read more >>
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 [Johann Smith] The lights dim, the chandelier loses its diamond flicker, faces fade, shadows merge and the room turns black. Everyone becomes silent. A growing anticipation can be felt from the seats, behind the curtain and from the sound guy behind me. Eventually, the heavy curtain lifts, and unveils glowing orange and red colours illuminated by a bright neon bulb on the ceiling... Read more >>
 Band of Skulls, the British rock band, will be the headline act for the main stage on Saturday night and the French electro duo Mustard Pimp will be the main act for the Red Bull Studio Live Electronic Stage on Friday night, the organisers have announced. Read more >>
 Tori Amos will be performing in Joburg on Saturday, 12 and Sunday, 13 November at the Theatre of Marcellus, Emperors Casino, and on Thursday, 17 November, 2011, at the Grand Arena, GrandWest Casino, as part of her international Night of Hunters tour. Read more >>
 Lindelani Mkhize makes a come back to the record industry with his appointment as executive director at Universal Music South Africa; a post he assumed on 1 September 2011. After being out of the formal recording industry for 10 years; Mkhize's main task is to develop and further expand Universal's A&R portfolio, specifically for the SA and sub-Saharan Africa markets. Read more >>
 [Jordan Scott] We often sit and worry about money issues; how will we pay it back, how will we get it and at what point all of this needs to happen. However, we don't often talk about it, nor have a good belly laugh on the account of our bank accounts. Yet, Mr Taylor gives you an hour-and-a-half of "funny money" and you do laugh at your own money issues and, admittedly, those of others. Even Helen Zille was there laughing along with us. Read more >>
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- Online retailing conference Trade Conferences International - Cape Town, 14 September
- Presentation skills IIR Training - Rosebank, Johannesburg, 14 September
- Improve your chances of getting hired - workshop www.Jobs.co.za - Johannesburg, 16 September
- Facilities management IIR Training - Rosebank, Johannesburg, 19 September
- Social media training BizXnet - Capetown, 20 September
- Photoshop for beginners 2B Studio - Johannesburg, 20 September
- Social media over breakfast - Facebook business Niche Training - Cape Town, 22 September
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