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Influential university collaborations launched
Hope@Africa and Hope International, two related international networks set on jointly promoting human development and tackling major societal challenges in Africa and in the rest of the world, were recently launched in Stellenbosch. Read more >>


Higher Education
Wits to launch CoE in Mathematical and Statistical Sciences
The Minister of Science and Technology, Derek Hanekom, will launch the new Centre of Excellence (CoE) in Mathematical and Statistical Sciences at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) on Tuesday, 1 April 2014. Read more >>

UJ's Ilanga II gearing up for 2014 Sasol Solar Challenge
The University of Johannesburg's (UJ) Solar Team has given students a sneak peek of the pre-launch design of Ilanga II, the solar powered prototype vehicle set to compete in the 2014 Sasol Solar Challenge. Read more >>

Primary & Secondary Education
Electronic clocking may combat teacher absenteeism
The Department of Basic Education is forging ahead with plans to introduce an electronic clock-in system at schools around SA to curb teacher absenteeism. Read more >>

Tablets help students in Gauteng
Schools in parts of Gauteng have improved the quality of education through the use of information and communication technology, such as iPads. Read more >>

Skills Training
Call for entries for SAMRO music competition
The prestigious SAMRO Hubert van der Spuy National Music Competition is inviting entries from music students at junior level. Closing date: Friday, 18 April 2014. Read more >>

The NCT celebrates 25 years
The National Children's Theatre (NCT) is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. The NCT has made its mark by providing artistic excellence, building community partnerships, providing educational workshops in a variety of aspects of theatre and developing a new generation of theatre supporters through entertaining and engaging programmes. Read more >>

TEAMtalk media to launch sports journalism academy
TEAMtalk media, the sports content and syndication division of the Ole! Media Group (OMG), has launched a Sports Journalism Academy in collaboration with the Western Cape Government. Read more >>

Philips to establish research and innovation hub in Kenya
Philips has announced the establishment of its Africa Innovation Hub in Nairobi, which is to work both on the creation of new inventions, as well as bringing them to the market. Read more >>

First SETA certification ceremony hosted at Artscape
Artscape recently hosted its first Sector Education and Training Authority (SETA) certification ceremony. The Culture, Arts, Tourism, Hospitality, Sports Sector Education and Training Authority (CATHSSETA) invested R1.2 million in an Artscape development initiative that gives learners an opportunity to participate in the Music Industry Practice Learnership programme. Read more >>


Jobs offered

Advisor - Stellenbosch
The Centre for Learning Technologies at Stellenbosch University seeks an advisor to assume responsibility for the integration of learning technologies in programmes and modules in partnership with faculties. Read more >>




New events to diarise

Study techniques workshop
A Plus Tuition - 5 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Cyber Investigations: Protest Action
Institute for the Advancement of Journalism - 7 Apr 2014 to 9 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Visual Basic for Excel
Front Foot - 9 Apr 2014 to 11 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Adult illustration classes
9 Apr 2014 to 26 Jun 2014 Cape Town

Technical Report Writing (CPD accredited)
CESA - 10 Apr 2014 to 11 Apr 2014 Bryanston

3D printing workshop
Curiosity Campus - 12 Apr 2014 Cape Town

Introduction to Arduino
Curiosity Campus - 14 Apr 2014 Cape Town

Making head or tail of Pivot Tables
Front Foot - 14 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Hostile environments awareness for journalists
Institute for the Advancenment of Journalism - 14 Apr 2014 to 16 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Financial modelling with Excel
Front Foot - 15 Apr 2014 Johannesburg


Upcoming events

Who's Who in Education and Training in SA
Who's Who in Education and Training in SA - 1 Apr 2014 Sandton

Da Vinci - The Genius
Great World Exhibitions - 2 Apr 2014 to 22 Jun 2014 Woodmead, Sandton

Data interpretation and data use for HIV & TB
Centre for Statistical Analysis and Research-CESAR - 2 Apr 2014 to 4 Apr 2014 Braamfontein

Creative current affairs reporting
Institute for the Advancement of Journalism - 3 Apr 2014 to 4 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Navigating the courts
Institute for the Advancement of Journalism - 3 Apr 2014 to 11 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Study techniques workshop
A Plus Tuition - 5 Apr 2014 Johannesburg

Effective Project Assistant
CBM Training - 7 Apr 2014 to 8 Apr 2014 Johannesburg


All industry news


Marketing & Media
    Gareth Cliff quits 5FM
    Journalism or prescriptivism? - Leigh Raymond
    Global toy company to launch into African markets

    Medical
      Medic Alert bracelets can save lives in food allergy attacks
      Rotary brings free health services into underserved communities in Africa
      New expanded committee for IPASA

      Retail
        Witchery, Mimco open in South Africa
        Local is the new luxury - Jessica Taylor
        Woolworths wins international award for store design

        Government
          Petrol price to increase in April
          Minister meets NHLS to discuss new funding model
          Four parties removed from ballot paper

          Mining
            Mining Forum committed to stabilising mining sector
            Mine to create over 3000 jobs for NW
            Africa's resources key to unlocking its wealth - Ndaba Dlamini

            CSI
              Team Absa rider William Mokgopo wins Amabubesi medal
              No make-up selfie pics could be a social revolution in the making - Norma Young
              IBM supports economic growth opportunities in South Africa

              Finance
                Cash flow management essential for small enterprises
                Changing role of accountants in the digital age
                Passive investing enables consistent returns

                Agriculture
                  AFWE plays a vital role to empower emerging farmers
                  Youth key in growing Africa's agricultural sector
                  Musicians unite to promote agriculture in Africa

                  Building
                    Almost 10,000 inmates trained as artisans
                    Building industry invited to get involved in WDC 2014
                    City of Cape Town working to appoint contractor

                    GreenBiz
                      SA saves 575 MW of power during Earth Hour
                      Spider-Man working with Earth Hour, WWF SA

                      HR & Recruitment
                        New B-BBEE codes encourage employment of disabled people
                        The Fresh Group hosts dialogue on future of businesses
                        Entrepreneurship an answer for SA's unemployment crisis

                        Legal
                          Adams & Adams named best IP law firm in SA
                          Deduction of audit fees considered by SCA - Graeme Palmer
                          Africa should have its own court: Motlanthe

                          Manufacturing
                            Seems Burger King IS SA's best burger
                            Manufacturers move to the cloud
                            Clover Industries deals coming through

                            Property
                              Many home buyers fear the foundations are cracked
                              Slow paying tenants should no longer be a landlord's headache
                              Buyers find Langebaan home prices 'exceptionally low'

                              Tourism
                                Three-year refurbishment project for Hilton Durban
                                Local events boosts Cape Town tourism sector
                                kulula hosts first ever braai in the sky

                                ICT
                                  Blocking social media is not the answer to IT security risks
                                  Text messages may save lives in flood-prone Africa
                                  Retailers miss deadline to foil online fraudsters

                                  Logistics
                                    Santaco continues fight for subsidy

                                    Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                      The Fray to tour SA
                                      Tickets on sale for Top Gear Festival, Durban
                                      Jeremy Loops album debuts at number one

                                      Automotive
                                        Three-wheeler market gaining momentum, research finds
                                        Fortune names Goodyear the world's most admired Motor Vehicle Parts company
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