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Spier Arts Academy announces 2015 recruitment drive
The Spier Arts Academy recently announced a recruitment drive for Cape Town's aspiring artisans. Read more >>


Education
Print on demand to solve the textbook crisis one page at a time
New print-on-demand technology from Riso Africa has the capability to help solve the textbook crisis in South Africa's schools, and transform the publishing industry as well. Read more >>

E-learning
[EduWeek] A Wi-Fi solution that works, a superior alternative
Schools and universities are in serious need of Wi-Fi solutions that work, yet continue to fall prey to sales pitches that promise price reduction but fall short in quality. Read more >>

Cloud software to help scholars in accounting exam prep
In the shift towards paperless classrooms, cloud-based software may be the next phase. Read more >>

Schools look to the new generation of Wi-Fi technology
According to research South Africa is the most dynamic e-learning market in Africa, where over the last two years, many countries across Africa have embarked on new initiatives to integrate learning technology into education and training. Read more >>

Higher Education
The College of Cape Town launching jewellery manufacturing trade test centre

Issued by College of Cape Town

In alignment with government's plans to combat South Africa's skills shortage, the College of Cape Town will be launching its jewellery manufacturing trade test centre on Tuesday, 15 July... Read more >>

INTEC College changes lives with R50,000 worth of bursaries

Issued by INTEC College

INTEC College awarded over R50,000 worth of bursaries to 11 individuals as part of their nationwide 173 accredited programmes campaign. Read more >>

Primary & Secondary Education
Rethink Education Mxit app launches Afrikaans version
Rethink Education recently announced the availability of an Afrikaans version of its app on Mxit... Read more >>

Marine EcoTour seeks educational sponsorship
Launched in the summer of 2013/2014, the Marine EcoTour is currently operating from Cape Town's V&A Waterfront, introducing its patrons to the diverse and abundant marine ecosystem in Table Bay. Read more >>

Skills Training
A project to empower women with skills to start a business
Agri SA is now in a position to enable women in the Keimoes area to make use of business opportunities relating to agriculture and food production, promote creativity and also help with the development of children. Read more >>

The LaunchLab offers R15,000 prize to course participant
The LaunchLab, based in Stellenbosch, is a mixed-use business incubator that supports local start-up businesses by offering programmes and workshops throughout the year that aim to empower entrepreneurs with the necessary skills and funding to accelerate their new business ventures. Read more >>


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New events to diarise

Dynamic Customer Service Training Seminar - 11 Aug 2014 to 4 Nov 2014 Johannesburg,Cape Town
Dr Brian Jude's Psychology of customer service training seminar - Johannesburg and Cape Town. Book now. Read more >>


Creating safe spaces at work
Safe Space Training & Consultation Services - 18 Jul 2014 Cape Town

The plain language programme
Writers Write - 22 Jul 2014 to 19 Nov 2014 Sandton

PTA Photoshop fundamentals course
Teach Me Photoshop - 26 Jul 2014 to 9 Aug 2014 Pretoria

Funding, incubation and business suppport
Afrikan Makoti Media - 29 Jul 2014 Centurion

Personal networking as a business tool
Pietermaritzburg Chamber of Business - 30 Jul 2014 Pietermaritzburg

Sales and golf training
Sales Partners - 20 Aug 2014 to 21 Aug 2014 Cape Town

Secretary's Day Conference
Masana Brainstorm Conferencing - 3 Sep 2014 to 4 Sep 2014 All province


Upcoming events

Writing press statements
Mswazie Power Group - 15 Jul 2014 to 17 Jul 2014 Parktown: Johannesburg

ThinkSales Training: Level Four Value Creation
ThinkSales - 15 Jul 2014 to 16 Jul 2014 Johannesburg

Sales Success
Dale Carnegie Training - 16 Jul 2014 to 19 Nov 2014 Johannesburg,Pretoria

The Art of the Interview
Institute for the Advancement of Journalism - 16 Jul 2014 to 17 Jul 2014 Johannesburg

Events Management, Protocol and Diplomacy Seminar
Cornerstone Consultancy International - 16 Jul 2014 to 18 Jul 2014 Johannesburg

Social media marketing for business workshop
Blue Magnet Digital Academy - 17 Jul 2014 Johannesburg

E-Learning Summit
Imbizo Events - 17 Jul 2014 to 18 Jul 2014 East London


All industry news


Marketing & Media
    Cannes entries reveal a move towards design for change - Sulet Jansen
    City of Cape Town, AFI partner for Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
    Pendoring judges selected, deadline extended

    Medical
      Helping South Africans quit the killer
      Conference to further the Mindful Revolution in South Africa
      R2K strongly condemns the arrest of Free State community health workers and TAC activists

      Retail
        Vivienne Tam, WeChat launch 'Internationally Chic' runway model contest
        Better selfies with Sony
        'Me Time' survey indicates South Africa loves couch time

        Government
          Economy battles to get out of the woods
          Why 'Excellence' should be at the top of our national agenda - Douglas Kruger
          SABC viewers displeased with old content, repeats, news bias

          Mining
            SA Mining Stakeholders convene
            SA's mining strategy must unlock transformation, investment
            Economy battles to get out of the woods

            CSI
              Monash SA empowers students with Mandela Month Book Drive
              R200,000 donation in aid of breast cancer

              Finance
                Absa clients can now automate securities finance trading
                Added protection for consumers under NCA Act
                Hunting for Eurobonds - Jocelyne Sambira

                Agriculture
                  $4m in projects to strengthen Tanzania's agricultural productivity
                  Profitable partners or partners facing painful problems? - Derick van der Walt

                  Building
                    Construction sector braced for more pain - Andries Mahlangu
                    Construction of Baywest N2 bridge completed
                    Kwikspace delivers first ever rental units in Namibia

                    GreenBiz
                      Services of DEA scaled down during move to new premises
                      African businesses realise advantages of going green
                      Philips provides solar-lit Light Centre for SU soccer field

                      HR & Recruitment
                        The role of purpose in driving tech innovation
                        Are South African or sub-Saharan African entrepreneurs the best?
                        Why SMEs are not hiring, and why they should

                        Legal
                          Section 44 of LUPO declared unconstitutional - Jyoti Narshi
                          City of Johannesburg's Supplementary Roll 11 is unauthorised - Chantelle Gladwin
                          If you like it, then you should've put a ® on it - Tiffany Conley

                          Manufacturing
                            Hundreds of thousands saved at Eskom's Malta Power Plant
                            MTN launches first-in-Africa cooling system

                            Property
                              ShowHOUSE joins the mobile revolution
                              Blue Views acquires South Beach Camps Bay
                              Some pointers for investing in property

                              Tourism
                                Cape Grace wins Travel + Leisure accolades
                                A great repast at The Plettenberg - Brian Berkman
                                Visa centres contribute to job creation - More Matshediso

                                ICT
                                  Mobile and tablet shopping continues to grow
                                  A checklist for cloud readiness
                                  Stay abreast of emerging software development trends in SA - Mark Beets

                                  Logistics
                                    Investment in road infrastructure will unlock growth
                                    Vivotek camera monitors behaviour patterns of drivers
                                    Minibus taxi industry should be professionally managed

                                    Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                      Ovation Awards winners announced
                                      Local is lekker with Chef Hajierah - Angie White
                                      All about the dress, Q&A with KLûK CGDT - Jessica Taylor

                                      Automotive
                                        New Vehicle Pricing Index reveals unexpected decline in used car inflation
                                        Global recall does not affect South African Subaru owners
                                        Finalists of WOW Women's Car of the Year announced
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