We're living in taxing times I suppose it's good that Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan has initiated a far-reaching and fundamental review of SA's tax system. It is going to look at a number of issues around taxation. A major issue is simply that there is a relatively small tax base and many might reckon that tax base is being overtaxed. Allied to any revisions in the tax regime, must come a genuine, no-hold-barred, no-sacred-cows approach to combating corruption, mismanagement and wasteful spending. The average taxpayer understands the need for taxes, but when we see our hard-earned cash being flushed down the toilet or stolen, instead of being used properly, forgive us for becoming a little miffed. Time is money, so it would be as well for those charged with issuing of radio licences to up their game where necessary and help local businesses. It seems license delays in SA are prompting communications companies to look elsewhere. That's a gain for "elsewhere" and a loss for South Africa. Mandela Day has come... but there's no reason why it should have gone. Instead of making it a day a year, we could all try to make Mandela Day last 365 days. And there are people doing that... take a look at our CSI portal and see where you too can do your bit. Finally, Bizcommunity and Recruitgroup have launched the BizCareers Column. On offer is sound recruitment advice for both job- and candidate-seekers. Read and learn - and submit any questions you might have to careerquestions@bizcommunity.com. Rod Baker, Content Director
Submit your company news to csinews@bizcommunity.com. Exclusive contributions may be sent to contributors-csi@bizcommunity.com. Weekly top stories | [Issued by Trialogue] This year saw Trialogue hosting the Making CSI Matter conference for the sixth time. The event was a great success with 97% of respondents rating the conference on corporate social investment and develpment as 'worthwhile' or 'outstanding'. Read more >> |
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 | As part of the Nelson Mandela Day celebrations, The Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital Trust yesterday, 18 July 2013, unveiled a billboard on the actual ground of where the hospital will be built. Read more >> |
 | Cape Mental Health (CMH), through the FNB Fund, provides and facilitates mental health services to both adults and children in the Western Cape. Read more >> |
 | [Louise Bick] Mandela Day has arrived, bringing with it a host of community-related initiatives running throughout the month of July. As a volunteer, there are a number of options and obligations you need to be aware of and keep in mind when working with a charity. Read more >> |
 | Western Cape premier Helen Zille challenged innovators on Tuesday (16 July) to come up with environmentally smart ways to improve the living conditions of the poor. Read more >> |
 | The National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) and representatives from the Alberton, Germiston, and Boksburg SPCAs, joined together in a collaborative effort in honour of Nelson Mandela's 95th birthday on Thursday, 18 July 2013. Read more >> |
 | [Issued by Tsiba Education] Esteemed guest speaker, Dr Mamphela Ramphele, shared the spotlight with 27 graduates on Friday, 19 July, as the Tertiary School in Business Administration (TSiBA) hosted their fifth Graduation Ceremony at the Old Mutual headquarters in Cape Town. Read more >> visit press office >> |
 | PRETORIA: In celebration of Mandela Day, Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) spent its 67 minutes at the Viva Foundation in Mamelodi East on 18 July 2013. Read more >> |
 | Cape Royale Luxury Hotel & Spa participated in Mandela Day a week earlier on Thursday, 10 July 2013 at the South African Children's Home in Gardens, Cape Town. The team's aim for the visit was to educate, care for, nurture and develop the children's basic need that in return aligns with the homes mission. Read more >> |
 | Sunshine Centre in Craighall Park, is an organisation dedicated to early childhood development of children with disabilities. The centre received a visit from Miss SA Marilyn Ramos as part of Casual Day's "Make Every Day Mandela Day" campaign. Ramos is passionate about the advocacy of rights of vulnerable children. Read more >> |
 | For this year's Mandela Day on 18 July 2013, staff from exhibition and events company Thebe Exhibitions and Projects (TEP) gave 67 minutes to help the Mothers Touch Learning Academy in Diepsloot, Johannesburg. Read more >> |
 | In celebration of Mandela Day, volunteers and pupils transformed a 140m2 patch of soil between prefabricated buildings at Surrey Estate Primary School by planting vegetable seedlings as part of a 'paying it forward' initiative. Read more >> |
 | The CSIR's Meraka Institute has collaborated with various government departments in a pilot project that trains Eastern Cape teachers in how to use multimedia tablets for educational purposes. The project rollout has begun with tablets provided to around 160 teachers at 11 schools. Once this type of model for mobile technology deployment has been developed, it will be applied on a broader scale throughout South Africa. Read more >> |
 | For two days in June/July each year, Enactus South Africa hosts a national competition that celebrates the charitable work done by students throughout the country. Companies' CEO's, directors and managers judge the sustainable community outreach initiatives of students, who give of their time and care in striving to help the underprivileged through financial assistance and through using the positive power of business. Read more >> |
 | To commemorate this year's Mandela Day on 18 July 2013, for the second consecutive year, Tsogo Sun, through their Sandton Convention Centre venue, and Stop Hunger Now, an international initiative serving 65 countries, have worked together to help provide food for learners in remote rural areas. Read more >> |
 | On Friday, 19 July 2013 for the global annual L'Oréal Citizen Day, staff from L'Oréal South Africa are helping local communities as part of the company's efforts to be a good corporate citizen. Read more >> |
 | Hunger relief charity FoodBank South Africa received much-needed assistance from Cape Town's executive mayor, Patricia de Lille, the Stormers rugby team, and a number of companies and organisations this Mandela Day, as they packed food hampers to distribute to the under-privileged. Read more >> |
 | Over the past three years, Marriott staff have become friends with the 36 children of the Libalele Foundation's Rock of Hope Crèche in Shongweni Valley. The team of volunteers spent time with the children, who range in age from one to six years, as part of their contribution to Mandela Day initiatives. Read more >> |
 | Motheo wa Katlego Community Development centre in Winterveldt, north of Pretoria, received a visit from South African National Parks' (SANParks) head office staff in celebration of Mandela Day. Read more >> |
 | Transnet's Employee Volunteer Programme (EVP), which is run by the Transnet Foundation, took part in Mandela Day celebrations through a large team of volunteers who embody Mandela's spirit of selfless giving. Read more >> |
 | On 18 July 2013, General Motors South Africa (GMSA), along with employees from GM dealer Williams Hunt PE and players from the Chevrolet Warriors Cricket Team, carried out volunteer work at the the Esinelitha Day Care Centre in Walmer, Port Elizabeth, as part of the Nelson Mandela Day 67 Minutes for Madiba campaign. Read more >> |
 | Growsmart is an initiative launched by Growthpoint Properties in partnership with the Western Cape Education Department to help improve the reading, writing, comprehension and verbal skills of Western Cape primary school learners in Grades 4 to 6. The programme commenced in 2010, and is helping to bring a positive influence in the lives of many community members in the Western Cape, which is home to eight of Growthpoint Properties' shopping centres. Read more >> |
 | The Project Build Trust and some of KwaZulu-Natal's top businesses will be spending over 10,000 minutes to make a sustainable difference to local schools on Mandela Day. Read more >> |
 | In anticipation of Mandela Day, Solwazi Primary School in Orange Farm has received 95 trees planted by Miss Earth South Africa, together with Fourways Farmers Market, Reliance Compost, Consol, UTI and Garnier South Africa. Read more >> |
 | Nelson Mandela Day honours Mandela's life and serves as an inspiration for people to embrace Mandela's values, such as democracy, freedom, equality, diversity, reconciliation, and respect. The day is also a global call to action that serves as a reminder that everyone has the power to make a positive difference in the lives of others. Read more >> |
 | In the spirit of Mandela Day, Yeoville Boys Primary School is receiving a permaculture food garden from the Nelson Mandela Children's Fund. Read more >> |
 | [Issued by The Brand Union] The Brand Union has been working with Hospice Witwatersrand for a few years now as a pro-bono client and it seemed suitable to dedicate their 67 minutes to helping the hospice with their needs. Read more >> visit press office >> |
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