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NUMSA strike condemned by plastics industry
The Plastics Convertors Association of SA (PCASA) has condemned the latest violent strike action by members of the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa). Read more >>


Manufacturing
Electricity demand to increase
PRETORIA: While the system is stable, the demand for electricity is expected to increase due to cold weather predicted for Gauteng, says Eskom. Read more >>

Grohe deal an 'enormous opportunity' for Dawn‚ says CEO
Dawn CEO Derek Tod on the group selling a 51% stake in its local manufacturing businesses to Grohe for R880m in cash‚ in this interview conducted on July 2. (Video) Read more >>

Jasco demonstrates the power of Energy Optimisation
In a powerful demonstration of the benefits of Jasco Power's Energy Optimisation business unit, the Jasco Group has embarked upon a comprehensive energy saving initiative at its head office in Midrand, Johannesburg. Read more >>

Aveng expects drop in earnings‚ in subdued sector

Nick Hedley

Aveng says it expects headline earnings per share and adjusted earnings per share - excluding the impairment of goodwill - for the year to June to be about 10% lower than last year. Read more >>

Grohe buys 51% of Dawn for R880m

Mark Allix

Grohe‚ said to be Europe's largest single-brand manufacturer and supplier of sanitary fittings‚ will buy 51% of JSE-listed building materials and fixtures group Distribution and Warehousing Network's (Dawn) Watertech subsidiary for R880m in cash. Read more >>

Strike may hurt SA's manufacturing investments

David Furlonger

The strike by members of the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa (Numsa) will be the largest strike in almost five years and is expected to disrupt production at about 10,500 companies in the manufacturing sector. Read more >>

New vehicle sales drop to 52‚837 units in June
New vehicle sales slipped for the sixth consecutive month in June as the tough economic environment cut into consumer spending. Read more >>

CSR denies Transnet contract hampered by supplier shortage

Linda Ensor

China South Rail (CSR) has denied a report that claims the company has been unable to find local suppliers for its locomotive contract with Transnet, to meet its contractual obligations. Read more >>


Government

SARS wants to catch tax dodgers
Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene said the South African Revenue Service (SARS) is committed to closing the net on tax dodgers, but labour unrest and slow economic growth were obstacles. Read more >>


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    17 things that will make your brand loved, now! - Dawn Rowlands
    Memes in modern branding - Estee Cockcroft

    Medical
      Royal Philips launches EmboGuide
      Sugar-coated cells are deadly for cancer patients - Melissa Osgood
      Tackling childhood obesity, Kauai launches schools' franchise

      Retail
        Keeping POS going in Africa through the cloud - Alan Sher
        Semi-finalists of The Bollinger Exceptional Wine Service Award announced
        'Timing is everything' in saving a business

        Government
          Nxasana was informed claims Presidency
          Tabs kept on school textbook deliveries - Bekezela Phakathi

          Mining
            Marikana Commission given more time
            Bakubung mine uses IsoMetrix health and safety solutions

            Finance
              Tax season off to good start
              Stock markets at record highs while growth is down - Luigi Marinus
              Mercantile Bank sets R1bn target for rental finance book

              GreenBiz
                Significant reduction in energy consumption at Vineyard Hotel
                Unilever, Wildlands promote green-preneurship
                Invitation to nominate candidates for Kudu Awards

                HR & Recruitment
                  Growth in employment due to increase in temporary contracts
                  Minister announces increase in annual earnings threshold
                  B-BBEE has become a complex set of rules and calculations - Brigitte Brun

                  Legal
                    Zuma approves amended land Acts
                    Temporary VAT relief for property developers - Graeme Palmer
                    Patent evergreening in the pharmaceutical industry - Ilne Grobler

                    Property
                      Schools going up in Bardale Village
                      SA property market continues to grow
                      Trending: The zero deposit lease

                      Education
                        Mobile phones help township residents, immigrants have a sense of belonging
                        Agile experts to speak at Wits' Fak'ugesi Festival
                        NSTF-BHP Billiton Awards winners announced

                        Tourism
                          Hilton Worldwide opens DoubleTree by Hilton Zanzibar
                          e-Tourism Africa Summits for Cape Town, Joburg
                          Joburg Airport lounge wins luxury award

                          ICT
                            Local reseller scoops Ruckus Wireless award
                            World's first tweeting couch laid out for football fans
                            Software and accessory provider launches in SA

                            Logistics
                              SAA to comply with new travel regulations
                              Commuters catching Uber cabs - Nick Hedley
                              Kenya Airways executive wins Lifetime Achievement Award

                              Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                Marianne Fassler joins line-up for Fashion Week Cape Town 2014
                                James Blunt to bring Moon Landing tour to SA
                                Stars of the Ballet Russia perform classical ballet highlights
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