Joining Hands To Assist Vulnerable Children

The Rotary clubs of Wateringen in the Netherlands and Cape of Good Hope are collaborating in an exciting project to raise funds for the Open Door Building in Ocean View, Cape Town while simultaneously supporting the Carmen Stevens Wines nonprofit organisation, writes Marcel van den Berg.

University Of Stellenbosch Collaborates With AHI Carrier SA To Improve Efficiency With New Centrifugal Chiller Technology

The University of Stellenbosch Engineering Faculty has a long-standing tradition of addressing challenges, while Carrier has been a leading solutions provider since its inception in 1902 with the invention of refrigeration by its founder, Willis Carrier.

Roomies, A Brand New Comedy Series Recently Premiered On 1Magic, DStv Channel 103

Also joining the exciting cast is the multi-faceted actress Nomalanga Shozi, Mbasa Msongelo (Grootboom & Sons) and Ishmauel Songo (Lingashoni) who will bring the show’s distinct humour to life, alongside a well-known and loved supporting cast who will make appearances on the show like award-winning actress Zola Nombona, veteran actor Siphiwe Mtshali and multi-talented actress Zama Ngcobo.

Leveraging Collaborative Tools For The Digital Age

According to LinkedIn data which tracked job listings over two years, remote work peaked in March 2022 with more than 20% of 60 million job postings on the site offering a remote working option. Sometimes a trend has such a profound impact on the workplace that its effects never go away. Remote work is one such trend.

Franchising And The Great Resignation

The great resignation is more muted in South Africa than elsewhere on the globe, but it has still seen people embracing new opportunities – like franchising. By Trevor Crighton.

CSI April 2023 Edition

One of the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic is that many corporates have revisited their corporate social investment (CSI). This is partly an economic decision because of the impact COVID-19 had on many companies and individuals. But it is also because, in many ways, our priorities have changed since the height of the pandemic, which is still… Read more »

DStv Media Sales Announces SHAKA ILEMBE Sponsors

SPONSORED: DStv Media Sales is proud to announce that a slate of prestigious brands have signed on in support of the MultiChoice Original Production SHAKA ILEMBE, the largest ever prime-time drama series undertaken by Africa’s leading storyteller. 

Red Meat’s Burning Question: Can We Go Without?

There has been much talk about the earth’s ability to keep producing animal protein, with most arguments in favour of vegan diets. Lindi Botha asks if this is really sustainable.

Diversity, Equality And Inclusion In The Fund Services Industry

Global social movements such as #MeToo and Black Lives Matter have catapulted diversity, equity, equality and inclusion (DEI) into the headlines, putting pressure on companies and investors to demonstrate proof of their credentials. Rigorous, accurate and ethical reporting is becoming essential. 

Transforming Agriculture Through Innovative Financing

The Financial Times recently ran a fascinating article entitled: “Wine growers fear funding will wither after fall of Silicon Valley Bank” – as one of the premium lenders to the South African agriculture market, this headline definitely caught the eye. 

Forex Trends – To Trust Or Not To Trust

Trading on the foreign exchange (forex) market can benefit importers and exporters, but “trading with the trend” is risky and has its caveats. 

Improving Mathematics Outcomes Through Teacher Training

In an effort to improve mathematics education in South Africa, the South African Mathematics Foundation (SAMF) is working in partnership with the African Institute for Mathematical Sciences’ Schools Enrichment Centre (AIMSSEC), to provide extensive teacher training to help improve the country’s mathematics outcomes.

Staying Safe Around Water

When we look at water safety, we need to look at it from 4 points of view. So, to keep it as straight forward as possible this article will look at it from the point of the General public, Paying customer/Activity participant, Venue and Tour operator as well as guides.

Creative Solutions To Bridge South Africa’s Skills Gap

Every year in South Africa hundreds of thousands of young people leave secondary schools and tertiary institutions with high hopes of finding a job. Only a few are successful. According to Stats SA, the latest youth unemployment rate (ages 16-24) in the country increased to a staggering 64.18%, its highest level since records began.

Insuring Small businesses 

In today’s volatile economic and civil environment, protecting yourself against risk is essential, writes Lizo Mnguni, pricing manager and spokesperson at Old Mutual Insure.

Getting To The Heart Of Sports Development At The 2023 Standard Bank HeronBridge Invitational Development Day

300 preparatory school children were given the opportunity to be coached by some of South Africa’s best and brightest sports stars at the 2023 Standard Bank HeronBridge Invitational on Thursday 16 March.

Invest In Quality Sleep This World Sleep day

Sleep really is your most important tool in staying healthy and happy – as well as effectively fighting aging.

Hitachi Construction Machinery and First Quantum Minerals Announce Zero Emission Partnership With Signing Of Letter Of Intent

Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd. and First Quantum Minerals Ltd today announce that they have entered into a Letter of Intent (“LOI”) to advance the development of sustainable mining solutions at First Quantum’s flagship mining operations in Zambia.

Insights To Securing Financing

Shane Padayachy, area manager at Business Partners Limited, offers entrepreneurs advice about securing financing for commercial property.

The Dark Side Of Cobalt Mining

Although cobalt is vital for the production of numerous types of renewable energy batteries, the regions in which it is produced are prone to child labour, human rights violations and other types of exploitation. By Benjamin van der Veen.