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 | Stafford Thomas Heinz's acquisition of its rival Kraft for US48bn has created a stir - and not just in the US food sector. It has also left beer industry observers pondering its implications for a long-mooted bid by Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev) for SABMiller... read more>> |
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 | Multi-banking is becoming a common trend in South Africa, as various businesses, public sector institutions as well as individuals prefer to bank with more than one banking partner... read more>> |
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 | The prestigious Drinks International 'World's 50 Most Admired Wine Brands' annual awards, a globally recognised honour, has included KWV for the fourth successive year - the only South African wine brand to attain this global accolade... read more>> |
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 | Brannas Draught, currently being launched in student towns across South Africa, is the vision of five young entrepreneurs, refreshing the iconic brandy and coke mix in the first crafted brandy and cola served as a draught... read more>> |
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 | The Tops at Spar Wine Show, South Africa's fastest-growing annual consumer wine exhibition celebrates its 10th year in 2015 and marks the occasion with new partners, sponsors and a revamped event experience... read more>> |
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 | Issued by The Clarion Group Through Kirmack Design, Clarion Retail was once again afforded the opportunity to brand the adidas stand (for the third year running) at the Old Mutual Two Oceans Marathon exhibition... read more>> |
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 | The first combination flavour, Green Ice Tea Pear and Peach, released by Lipton Ice Tea, is launching now at retailers nationwide... read more>> |
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 | For those of us who aren't full of confidence in our creative sides, starting a franchise can be your ticket to freedom and self-employment... read more>> |
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 | Issued by Tiger Wheel & Tyre Rosebank shoppers now have the luxury of having their wheel, tyre and battery needs taken care of while they shop, since a brand new Tiger Wheel & Tyre store opened at the Rosebank Mall on 23 March... read more>> |
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 | A recently formed company, The Food Safety Ninja, specialises in food safety, which is the scientific discipline in the handling, preparation and storage of food to prevent foodborne illness... read more>> |
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 | Nedbank (through its Capital Division) together with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) have launched a $50-million facility to help commodity traders and processors in sub-Saharan Africa import agricultural commodities and export cash crops... read more>> |
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 | Issued by Pyrotec Over the past decade, packaging has evolved from a purely functional device intended to convey vital information and protect the product, to a key role-player in the purchasing and decision-making process... read more>> |
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 | Mike Cordes Some pundits maintain that our fresh produce markets are over-regulated. I confess that I cannot make up my mind on the issue... read more>> |
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 | Edgars Zimbabwe has selected 3i InfoTech, a global technology solutions and services provider, to provide Orion ERP across its 53 stores... read more>> |
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 | Oreo has opened a pop-up café, #PlayWithOreo at The Zone @ Rosebank until 3 May 2015. The experiential café characterises the brand's imaginative spirit... read more>> |
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 | South African grain futures edged slightly lower as the rand strengthened against the dollar... read more>> |
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 | SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA: Samsung rolled out a new smartphone on Friday in a bid to regain market dominance as archrival Apple, eyeing the next generation of wearable technology, opened pre-sales for its first watch... read more>> |
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 | HAVANA, CUBA: Two new magazines packed with glossy advertising are set to launch in Cuba, the latest sign of the changing times as the communist island reopens ties with the United States... read more>> |
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 | Dove has released a new film, shot in five countries around the globe, to inspire women to reconsider the choices they make about their beauty and how those choices make them feel...(video) read more>> |
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 | Leigh Andrews If you've been following the World Design Capital 2014 Twitter account (@WDC2014), you may have noticed the account is no longer active, but fear not... read more>> |
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 | Christopher Smith Google, via the Webmaster Central blog, announced that it will be prioritising mobile-friendly websites. This is likely to have as much of an impact on organic search results as any of the major algorithm updates... read more>> |
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 | The South Africa-Zimbabwe Business Forum has emphasised the importance of intra-Africa trade to drive stronger economies that benefit the citizens of the continent... read more>> |
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 | Ntsakisi Maswanganyi Strong economic growth and a rising middle class are driving investments into sub-Saharan Africa, although infrastructure and electricity shortages are "key concerns". read more>> |
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 | The Coega Development Corporation (CDC) has announced that more than an estimated 7,000 jobs will be created from the latest investor signing... read more>> |
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 | According to the fourth quarter 2014 Business Partners Limited SME Index (BPLSI), small and medium enterprise (SME) owners continue to be apprehensive about the regulatory and economic challenges facing the sector and country as a whole... read more>> |
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 | Based on projections by the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) on foreign and domestic direct investment flows to the Coega Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), more than 7,000 jobs will be created from the latest investor signings... read more>> |
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 | The peaceful election in Nigeria, with a new government coming in, bodes well for the Nigerian economy, which is good news for those in the marketing and retail sectors... A healthy economy usually means people have more money to spend... (Videos) read more>> |
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Matthew Savides, Farren Collins, Dominic Skelton |
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 | Ruth Cooper It can be somewhat of a daunting experience getting your hair done at a new place from a new person who might not be attuned to your particular hair quirks. There's always that fear that your requests for just a trim and subtle colour update will be misinterpreted and you'll end up with streaky badger hair that you can't tie in a ponytail. read more>> |
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 | Sindy Peters Once upon a time, on a forested farm in Helderstroom, both young and old threw on their fanciest threads to raise their teacups to a summer well spent ... read more>> |
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 | Henrie Geyser: motoring editor It's very difficult to improve on an already good car but the white coats at Ford sharpened their focus and added new engines and a host of new technologies to its new Focus, at the same time applying some skilful cosmetics to sharpen the looks and overall appeal of the popular range... read more>> |
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 | Brian Berkman Let's keep this our dirty little secret... read more>> |
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| This is a great opportunity to join the Merchandising team at Netflorist, SA's largest online flower and gifting service. Read more >> |
Lumoss Mouldings is looking for a sales/key accounts manager for its retail division in the Western Cape. The candidate must have a minimum of five years
experience in FMCG. Read more >>
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TITIIC 2015Scatterlings Conference & Events - 20 May 2015 to 22 May 2015, Pretoria SEAexpo 2015C-Major Productions - 4 Sep 2015 to 5 Sep 2015, Johannesburg |
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 This workshop will give you a deeper understanding of the new realities facing consumers in poor communities and revitalise the way you see opportunity for your brand at the BoP. Read more >> This unique event will share fresh insights about the entry-level market and provide solutions and tactics on how to engage with these consumers and succeed at the Bottom of Pyramid. Read more >> |
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