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Nelson Mandela Foundation thanks the world
Trustees and staff of the Nelson Mandela Foundation thank all who supported the first Mandela Day since Mandela's passing. Read more >>


Education & Training
GetSmarter searches for the Madiba changemakers
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." - Nelson Mandela Read more >>

Tsogo Sun uses chess to teach disadvantaged learners
The Tsogo Sun Moves for Life Chess Programme uses chess to teach science, maths and life skills to kids - catalysing positive change which impacts thousands of disadvantaged foundation grade learners' lives with these crucial subjects. Read more >>

Seven tips on how to maximise Mandela Day

Sarah Campbell, Issued by Kaelo Engage

Nelson Mandela International Day is an important day for South Africans as collectively we give back, declare war against poverty and promote peace and reconciliation across the world. Corporates across... Read more >>

Greening & Environment
Make every day a recycling day
The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) heeded Mandela's call and spent the morning of Mandela Day cleaning up littered traffic islands and intersections for 67 minutes. Read more >>

Unitrans VW sponsors SANParks in fight against rhino poaching
Unitrans Volkswagen and the SANParks Honorary Rangers have united in the fight against rhino poaching with the signing of a new sponsorship agreement... Read more >>

Just Trees plant 180 Clanwilliam cedars in the Cederberg
2014 marks the fifth consecutive year that Just Trees has been actively involved in the Clanwilliam Cedar Restoration Project. Read more >>

'Clean, Clean, Clean' this Mandela Day
Still wondering how to spend 67 minutes this Friday? Why not join the Hennops River clean-up. Read more >>

Health & Welfare
Buckaroo initiative making a difference at SPCA
Give a Rand - our bucks would improve the quality of the dogs' lives while waiting for adoption. Read more >>

Vodacom extends footprint with food security project
Vodacom has extended the footprint of its food security programme into every province in the country to reach more than 50,000 families in need. Read more >>

MH17 crash impacts World Aids Conference, HOPE expresses concern
Over 100 passengers were delegates heading to Melbourne for the World Aids Conference. Read more >>

Bikers for Mandela Day dedicated to survivors of gender-based violence
Zelda la Grange, DJ Fresh, Saint Seseli, Angie Khumalo, Anele Mdoda, Alex Caige, Clint Cunningham and Johrne van Huyssteen recently donned helmets to take part in 1st for Women's annual biking event. Read more >>

SEACOM plans continent-wide series of community initiatives
On 23 July 2014, Pan-African telecom enabler SEACOM will celebrate the fifth anniversary of its commercial launch, by donating time and providing support to communities that need assistance across the countries where it does business. Read more >>

Commemorate Mandela with the Bree Street Takeover
Throughout his life, Nelson Mandela reminded us that it only takes one individual to help make South Africa and the world a better place. Read more >>

CANSA and SANBS team up for this Mandela Day at Melrose Arch

Issued by CANSA

The Cancer Association of South Africa (CANSA) teamed up with the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) to host a blood drive on Friday 18 July at Melrose Arch... Read more >>

Sport
SolarWorld powers Handball in SA
SolarWorld, the market leader of solar energy systems in Africa, is sponsoring a six-week 'Handball Roadshow' in South Africa. It is part of a Sports Cooperation Programme of the German Olympic Sports Confederation in partnership with Play Handball ZA, the South African Handball Federation and the Western Cape Handball Association. Read more >>


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Marketing & Media
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    It's all about ME!!! - Charles Maynard
    A note on curiosity - Jessica Gregory

    Medical
      CHILD study shows rise in obesity, blood pressure at NW primary schools
      What that comfort food can do to your waistline
      NAPM calls for elimination of VAT on life saving medicines

      Retail
        No sustainable recovery in retail yet - John Loos
        Businesses have to adapt to survive constantly changing retail landscape - Stuart HIll
        Woolworths to target growing market share - Zeenat Moorad

        Government
          Operation Phakisa to move SA forward
          Plan to scrap VAT concessions for farmers - Amanda Visser
          'Ghost' buildings cost government R60m

          Mining
            Key mining houses look online to sell assets
            Mineral Resources, Science Depts in talks over shale gas licences
            Ngezi Platinum Mine collapses, production slashed - Lloyd Gumbo

            Finance
              Reserve Bank hikes repo rate
              SA to benefit from economic pact with EU
              Budget deficit to narrow to 2.8% by 2017

              Agriculture
                Engen Botswana launches campaign for growth and development
                Agri BIZNIZ Summit to address agricultural needs
                [Fin4Ag] Digital financial services for agriculture

                Building
                  Master plan to redesign housing
                  Construction industry invited to Soweto BuildExpo
                  Langa Junction shopping centre to open in March 2015

                  GreenBiz
                    Renewable energy needs guarantees for investors - Charlotte Mathews
                    Tshwane reveals details to reduce carbon footprint
                    SA needs to engage on energy future

                    HR & Recruitment
                      AMI launches free online courses in Africa
                      Why group coaching has a key role to play - Sue Welman
                      Young entrepreneurs invited to pitch start-up ideas

                      Legal
                        Taxpayer must prove that a transaction is exempt - Graeme Palmer
                        Consider psychological solutions for traffic offences - Kaelin Govinden
                        Terminability of contracts of unspecified duration - Kaelin Govinden

                        Manufacturing
                          Tongaat's output not affected by unprotected strike - Nick Hedley
                          Ford, Toyota halt production in wake of Numsa strike - Natasha Marrian

                          Property
                            Court confirms auction of Kyalami
                            Fast broadband connectivity becomes essential to suburb selection
                            The reality of property - Myles Wakefield

                            Education
                              Grade 6 learners to apply for Allan Gray Orbis Foundation Scholarship
                              NECT practice what they teach
                              Education needs R137m to fill 502 posts in EC

                              Tourism
                                Use Avios to book your accommodation
                                Mauritius remains a key focus for SA leisure travellers - Andrew Stark
                                Accommodation sector's income up 7.6%

                                ICT
                                  Global Top of Mind Survey results released
                                  Get better ROI on firewall investments
                                  Multi-layer security vital against social media risks - Anton Jacobsz

                                  Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                    Gordon Ramsay-trained chef launches at the 7th Floor
                                    Trevor Noah in seven-city SA tour
                                    The Beauty of Incomplete Things will break your heart - Sean Williams

                                    Automotive
                                      Ford announces aggressive expansion plans for MEA
                                      Opel invests €210m in testing, engineering facilities
                                      Dangerous gamble for SA motor industry - David Furlonger
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