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SA graduates have unrealistic salary expectations
[Abram Molelemane and Anton Ressel] It seems for one reason or another that many South African graduates have unrealistic expectations of their first jobs. Read more >>


HR & Recruitment
Productivity despite public holidays
Commenting on the high number of public holidays in April/May 2014 and the call by some to reduce the numbers of holidays, Christo Botes, executive director of Business Partners says, "The impact can be managed given that these days are planned in advance, thereby allowing businesses to plan appropriately and factor in the possible effects of less work days." Read more >>

Winners of Oliver Empowerment Awards announced
The winners of the 13th annual Oliver Empowerment Awards were announced on 25 April at the Emperors Palace in Johannesburg, honouring the nation's leaders in business transformation and empowerment. Read more >>

SABPP membership drive to improve ethics and standards in the HR profession

Issued by SABPP

The SA Board for People Practices (SABPP), the HR professional and quality assurance body for HR learning provision established 30 years ago, is calling on HR students and practitioners to join as members to help HR have a voice and be fully recognised like other bodies within the workplace. Read more >>

Entrepreneurship
Entrepreneurs underestimate the value of PR

Sonwabise Sebata

According to the Global Entrepreneurship Report, South Africa is improving - but still below average - in terms of producing entrepreneurs. Only 7.3% of South Africans were involved in business younger than three and a half years in 2013. Read more >>

Entries open for EMRC Project Incubator Award
Participants in EMRC's Africa Finance & Investment Forum 2014 (AFIF 2014) who have a project which promotes a sustainable and innovative business approach based in sub-Saharan Africa, are invited to enter for the EMRC Project Incubator Award worth $15,000. Read more >>

Management
SANDF deployed to maintain law, order during elections
As the 7 May poll approaches, President Jacob Zuma has authorised the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) to maintain law and order over the election period as well as during the inauguration of the President-elect. Read more >>


International

eBay pays USD3.75m to settle 'no-poaching' case
SAN FRANCISCO, USA: Online company eBay agreed to pay US$3.75m to settle allegations it colluded with other Silicon Valley technology firms not to "poach" each other's employees, officials said on Thursday, 1 May. Read more >>


More International


Government

Department confirms Bhudu's arrest
The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) has confirmed Golden Miles Bhudu's arrest at the High Court in Pretoria earlier this week. Read more >>

Zuma calls on miners to end their strike
President Jacob Zuma says unions in the mining sector should use their rights responsibly and put the country first by protecting the economy and safeguarding jobs. Read more >>


More Government news


Jobs offered

HR Officer - Pretoria
Experienced and qualified HR officer required to provide HR administration support. HR qualification required, two years experience and knowledge of HR legislation and practices. Read more >>




New events to diarise

Collective bargaining and negotiation skills
Provision Research and Events - 19 Jun 2014 to 20 Jun 2014 Johannesburg

HR for new HR professionals
Alusani Skills & Training Network - 12 Aug 2014 to 14 Aug 2014 Johannesburg


All industry news


Marketing & Media
    Fighting it out with strategy - Sid Peimer
    Are you addicted to the news? - Eugene Yiga
    New Loeries ticket packages out now

    Medical
      From morphine to Cipro: History of drug development chronicled - Bill Hathaway
      Managing perineal tears - Jude Polack

      Retail
        Massmart has stronger start than expected - Zeenat Moorad
        Petrol price to drop by 15 cents
        New SA online fashion magazine

        Government
          Government encourages South Africans to vote
          63 arrested for contravening Electoral Act
          SA to participate in WEF Africa summit

          Mining
            Assmang to buy Gabon iron ore stake - Brendan Ryan
            Pair arrested for assault of a non-striking mine worker
            KSB Pumps targets mining industry at WAMPEX

            CSI
              Duke of Edinburgh Championship supports rhino conservation
              Call to donate food and clothes
              Africa should scale up social assistance programmes

              Finance
                Biometric fingerprint authentication will stimulate ecommerce sales
                Shortlist for African Banker Awards announced
                Standard Bank's commercial banking business sets goal for 2016

                Agriculture
                  Maize futures fall on firmer currency
                  Grain futures mostly lower on firmer currency
                  SA research capacity compromised - Annelie Coleman

                  GreenBiz
                    Carbon offsets paper out for comment - Sue Blaine
                    Arjowiggins Graphic launches new Eco-Calculator tool

                    Legal
                      Refuse removal: a tax or a service? - Nicola Sulter and Ramon Pereira

                      Property
                        Bonatla in two separate share-swap deals
                        RBS offers Rentshield benefits to clients
                        Distressed homeowners have options

                        Education
                          'Work-integrated learning' set to improve work-ready graduates
                          BSc in Sound Engineering Technology now available

                          Tourism
                            Bloggers return to #MeetSouthAfrica at INDABA 2014
                            New Global Manager of Communications for SA Tourism

                            ICT
                              Fake Facebook app spies on Android phones
                              SA is a phishing attack hot spot
                              Cloud improves contact centre competitiveness - Gert Swart

                              Logistics
                                Mango to hold Career Day at Swartkops Air Show

                                Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                  Your chance to vote in the Hennessy Talent Quest
                                  Relax and recharge at De Hoop - Ruth Cooper
                                  A magical Mother's Day experience at the Shimmy Beach Club

                                  Automotive
                                    GMSA records best market share in April
                                    Hazardous fuel additive raises its head - David Furlonger
                                    New vehicle sales drop 10.7% to 46‚013 units
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