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Winning advertising creative - you get what you brief

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Dina Saffer-Myers 18 Mar 2014

SAB is expanding its malting plant and will provide malted barley to other African countries. Image: SAB Miller

Manufacturing

SAB seeks African growth via larger maltings plant

Nick Hedley 13 Mar 2014

Algeria represents some real opportunities for South African companies claims PPC's Ketso Gordhan. Image:

Manufacturing

PPC looks to seal big Africa deals

Nick Hedley 25 Feb 2014

Distell turned in a strong performance for the first six months of the year with strong growth coming from African markets. Image: Mask

Markets & Investment

Distell Group's earnings up 21% to 503c

24 Feb 2014

An Ethiopian Airlines plane was forced to fly to Geneva after being hijacked while flying over Sudan. Image:

Aviation

Ethiopian plane forced to Geneva, hijacker arrested

18 Feb 2014

SA's transport infrastructure still makes it an attractive option for international companies. Image:

Shipping

'Solutions sought for high port tariffs'

Ntsakisi Maswanganyi 11 Feb 2014

JUMIA extends service to Uganda

Retail

JUMIA extends service to Uganda

8 Feb 2014

AB7 expo to benefit from increasing interest in Africa

Exhibitions & Events

AB7 expo to benefit from increasing interest in Africa

29 Jan 2014

The original Ocean Basket in Menlyn with Fats and George Lazarides having a bite. Image:

Food Services

Ocean Basket eyes growth in foreign markets

Zeenat Moorad 29 Jan 2014

Marriott clinches deal to buy biggest African hotel chain

Hospitality

Marriott clinches deal to buy biggest African hotel chain

23 Jan 2014

The numberof attacks on ships by pirates fell sharply last year. Image:

Shipping

Piracy at lowest level for six years says bureau

17 Jan 2014

Altech's Craig Venter says further opportunities will be explored in East Africa with Liquid even though Altech has disposed of its shares in the company. Image: Altech

Network

Altech to sell its non-core stake in Liquid for US$55m

16 Jan 2014

How to find best daily deals on online shopping that meet your budget

E-commerce

How to find best daily deals on online shopping that meet your budget

Matthew Samuel 2 Jan 2014

Luxury goods firms taking the battle to Africa

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Luxury goods firms taking the battle to Africa

Zeenat Moorad 27 Dec 2013

An illegal diamond dealer in Zimbabwe holds gems from Marange mine. Zimbabwe has stopped illegal mining and is now selling its diamonds in Antwerp. Image:

Mining

Zimbabwe takes heart from Antwerp trial sale of gems

Ray Ndlovu 24 Dec 2013

African philanthropists push for prosperity

ESG & Sustainability

African philanthropists push for prosperity

Kingsley Ighobor 19 Dec 2013

'Beyond Retail' for Africa

Retail

'Beyond Retail' for Africa

Danette Breitenbach 17 Dec 2013

Santam's Ian Kirk says the deal with Sanlam will create value for shareholders. Image: Santam

Insurance & Actuarial

Sanlam, Santam work together in emerging markets

Gillian Jones 13 Dec 2013

Tribute to Nelson Mandela... Celebrate Madiba's life...

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Tribute to Nelson Mandela... Celebrate Madiba's life...

6 Dec 2013

Yuppiechef creams customer service with common sense

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Yuppiechef creams customer service with common sense

Sindy Peters 5 Dec 2013

Like Europe, five African countries have signed a framework to establish a common currency. Image: K-U Hasler

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East Africa seeks to establish a monetary union

2 Dec 2013

Hyprop has bought Manda Hill shopping centre in Lusaka for R768m. Image:

Retail & Hospitality Property

Hyprop buys 87% of African Land for R768m

29 Nov 2013

A special fund has been set up by the African Development Bank to fund farming ventures. Image:

Commodities & Fairtrade

Fast-track fund for food security

Shaun Harris 26 Nov 2013

Barloworld's Clive Thomson is upbeat about the company's Africa prospects. Image: Barloworld.

Materials & Equipment

Barloworld plans Africa expansion

Nick Hedley 20 Nov 2013

Woolworths buys back African franchises

Retailers

Woolworths buys back African franchises

Zeenat Moorad 6 Nov 2013

Luxury brands turn attention to Africa

Retailers

Luxury brands turn attention to Africa

Zeenat Moorad 5 Nov 2013

Pep Stores is doing well, locally and in Africa. Image:

Fashion & Homeware

Pepkor performance 'outshines listed peers'

Marc Hasenfuss 1 Nov 2013

President Jacob Zuma. Image: GCIS

Administration

Zuma calls for increased trade between SA, DRC

31 Oct 2013

Margins improve on fast foods for Famous Brands. Image: Steers

Food & bev. services

Famous Brands half-year earnings up 20% to 180c

29 Oct 2013

FNB's eWallet shows strong growth in Africa

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Winning advertising creative - you get what you brief

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Dina Saffer-Myers 18 Mar 2014

SAB is expanding its malting plant and will provide malted barley to other African countries. Image: SAB Miller

ManufacturingSAB seeks African growth via larger maltings plant

Nick Hedley 13 Mar 2014

Algeria represents some real opportunities for South African companies claims PPC's Ketso Gordhan. Image:

ManufacturingPPC looks to seal big Africa deals

Nick Hedley 25 Feb 2014

Distell turned in a strong performance for the first six months of the year with strong growth coming from African markets. Image: Mask

FinanceDistell Group's earnings up 21% to 503c

24 Feb 2014

An Ethiopian Airlines plane was forced to fly to Geneva after being hijacked while flying over Sudan. Image:

Logistics & TransportEthiopian plane forced to Geneva, hijacker arrested

18 Feb 2014

SA's transport infrastructure still makes it an attractive option for international companies. Image:

Logistics & Transport'Solutions sought for high port tariffs'

Ntsakisi Maswanganyi 11 Feb 2014

JUMIA extends service to Uganda

Marketing & MediaJUMIA extends service to Uganda

8 Feb 2014

AB7 expo to benefit from increasing interest in Africa

RetailAB7 expo to benefit from increasing interest in Africa

29 Jan 2014

The original Ocean Basket in Menlyn with Fats and George Lazarides having a bite. Image:

Tourism & TravelOcean Basket eyes growth in foreign markets

Zeenat Moorad 29 Jan 2014

Marriott clinches deal to buy biggest African hotel chain

Tourism & TravelMarriott clinches deal to buy biggest African hotel chain

23 Jan 2014

The numberof attacks on ships by pirates fell sharply last year. Image:

Logistics & TransportPiracy at lowest level for six years says bureau

17 Jan 2014

Altech's Craig Venter says further opportunities will be explored in East Africa with Liquid even though Altech has disposed of its shares in the company. Image: Altech

ICTAltech to sell its non-core stake in Liquid for US$55m

16 Jan 2014

How to find best daily deals on online shopping that meet your budget

RetailHow to find best daily deals on online shopping that meet your budget

Matthew Samuel 2 Jan 2014

Luxury goods firms taking the battle to Africa

Marketing & MediaLuxury goods firms taking the battle to Africa

Zeenat Moorad 27 Dec 2013

An illegal diamond dealer in Zimbabwe holds gems from Marange mine. Zimbabwe has stopped illegal mining and is now selling its diamonds in Antwerp. Image:

Energy & MiningZimbabwe takes heart from Antwerp trial sale of gems

Ray Ndlovu 24 Dec 2013

African philanthropists push for prosperity

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Kingsley Ighobor 19 Dec 2013

'Beyond Retail' for Africa

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Danette Breitenbach 17 Dec 2013

Santam's Ian Kirk says the deal with Sanlam will create value for shareholders. Image: Santam

FinanceSanlam, Santam work together in emerging markets

Gillian Jones 13 Dec 2013

Tribute to Nelson Mandela... Celebrate Madiba's life...

Marketing & MediaTribute to Nelson Mandela... Celebrate Madiba's life...

6 Dec 2013

Yuppiechef creams customer service with common sense

RetailYuppiechef creams customer service with common sense

Sindy Peters 5 Dec 2013

Like Europe, five African countries have signed a framework to establish a common currency. Image: K-U Hasler

FinanceEast Africa seeks to establish a monetary union

2 Dec 2013

Hyprop has bought Manda Hill shopping centre in Lusaka for R768m. Image:

PropertyHyprop buys 87% of African Land for R768m

29 Nov 2013

A special fund has been set up by the African Development Bank to fund farming ventures. Image:

AgricultureFast-track fund for food security

Shaun Harris 26 Nov 2013

Barloworld's Clive Thomson is upbeat about the company's Africa prospects. Image: Barloworld.

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Nick Hedley 20 Nov 2013

Woolworths buys back African franchises

RetailWoolworths buys back African franchises

Zeenat Moorad 6 Nov 2013

Luxury brands turn attention to Africa

RetailLuxury brands turn attention to Africa

Zeenat Moorad 5 Nov 2013

Pep Stores is doing well, locally and in Africa. Image:

RetailPepkor performance 'outshines listed peers'

Marc Hasenfuss 1 Nov 2013

President Jacob Zuma. Image: GCIS

GovernmentZuma calls for increased trade between SA, DRC

31 Oct 2013

Margins improve on fast foods for Famous Brands. Image: Steers

RetailFamous Brands half-year earnings up 20% to 180c

29 Oct 2013

FNB's eWallet shows strong growth in Africa

FinanceFNB's eWallet shows strong growth in Africa

Bekezela Phakathi 28 Oct 2013

African and US clothing industry seek renewal of African export initiative

GovernmentAfrican and US clothing industry seek renewal of African export initiative

Bekezela Phakathi 23 Oct 2013

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Marc Hasenfuss 18 Oct 2013

Premier buys Li-Lets to get other FMCG categories says Brait

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Nick Hedley 14 Oct 2013

Divisions over 'aggressive' tax planning

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Amanda Visser 11 Oct 2013

Kenya seizes four tons of ivory as elephant slaughter surges

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11 Oct 2013

Property listings on the move

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Joan Muller 5 Oct 2013

Truworths slows drive into Africa

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Zeenat Moorad 30 Sep 2013

Global travel body urges Kenya to reassure future tourists

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26 Sep 2013

Quick meals for Africa

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Zeenat Moorad 16 Sep 2013

Crunch time for fruit exports

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16 Sep 2013