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Katja Hamilton
PROPERTY & REAL ESTATE
Western Cape calls for urgent reform in emergency housing funding

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[Katja Hamilton] The Western Cape's Mmamoloko Kubayi urges decentralising emergency housing funds for faster disaster response, citing delays in the current centralised system...

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Lindsey Schutters
IT & TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Forget chat bots, AI is helping out in drug discovery and development

AI is slowly making its way into advanced pharmacology, but will need investor patience.
AI is slowly making its way into advanced pharmacology, but will need investor patience.
[Lindsey Schutters] You may be tired of this age of AI in every product, but it’s working hard behind the scenes to improve healthcare…

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Lindsey Schutters
CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING
Bell Equipment to go private after family-led takeover

Bell Equipment looks to expand its manufacturing capabilities in Europe
Bell Equipment looks to expand its manufacturing capabilities in Europe
[Lindsey Schutters] A family-led takeover will see Bell Equipment delist from the JSE amid rapid European expansion…

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Tlhogi Ngwato
MARKETING & MEDIA
Why PR isn't just about good news - A case for proactive planning

Tlhogi Ngwato is a public relations specialist. Source: Supplied.
Tlhogi Ngwato is a public relations specialist. Source: Supplied.
[Tlhogi Ngwato] In our experience, we’ve encountered many prominent individuals and brands who haven't prioritised a balanced approach to communication efforts...

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Imran Salie
AUTOMOTIVE
Volkswagen brings new electric SUVs to South Africa

Volkswagen brings new electric SUVs to South Africa
[Imran Salie] Although the approach taken here by Volkswagen may seem strange as the manufacturer has a strong EV presence in other markets, it actually seems sensible.

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Lindsey Schutters
ENERGY & MINING
Nuclear power is back on the table for South Africa

Koeberg will join a growing list of nuclear power stations that are extending their lifespan beyond 40 years
Koeberg will join a growing list of nuclear power stations that are extending their lifespan beyond 40 years
[Lindsey Schutters] Koeberg Unit 1 received a 20-year licence extension, while Ramokgopa sets plans for more nuclear power…

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Karabo Ledwaba
MARKETING & MEDIA
Fair Cape Dairies advertising complaint dismissed by ARB

The case was dismissed by the ARB.
The case was dismissed by the ARB.
[Karabo Ledwaba] The Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) has dismissed a consumer complaint against Fair Cape Dairies regarding their full cream chocolate-flavoured milk product...

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Danette Breitenbach
MARKETING & MEDIA
#WPRD2024: Top SA PR leaders reflect on public relations industry

Some of the country’s top leaders in PR chat about the industry in South Africa, Africa and globally: (L to r:) Lebo Madiba, founder and managing director, the PR Powerhouse, Dustin Chick, partner & managing director Razor Public Relations, Sanesh Maharaj, head of influence, Ogilvy and Nicky James managing director of Tribeca Relations
Some of the country’s top leaders in PR chat about the industry in South Africa, Africa and globally: (L to r:) Lebo Madiba, founder and managing director, the PR Powerhouse, Dustin Chick, partner & managing director Razor Public Relations, Sanesh Maharaj, head of influence, Ogilvy and Nicky James managing director of Tribeca Relations
[Danette Breitenbach] Some of the country’s top leaders in PR talk about the industry in South Africa, Africa and globally on #WPRD...

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Adam Hunter
MARKETING & MEDIA
#WPRD2024: The future of public relations in a changing world

Source: © 123rf  Adam Hunter, head honcho at Hook, Line & Sinker looks at the future of PR in a changing world on World PR Day
Source: © 123rf 123rf Adam Hunter, head honcho at Hook, Line & Sinker looks at the future of PR in a changing world on World PR Day
[Adam Hunter] Adam Hunter, head honcho at Hook, Line & Sinker looks at the future of PR in a changing world on World PR Day…

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Lindsey Schutters
IT & TELECOMMUNICATIONS
Malatsi unveils R3.9bn budget, but still mum on cybersecurity crisis

Minister Malatsi is supported by his predecessor Mondli Gungubele as his deputy.
Minister Malatsi is supported by his predecessor Mondli Gungubele as his deputy.
[Lindsey Schutters] Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solomon Malatsi unveiled his budget for digital transformation…

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Craig Schwabe
ESG & SUSTAINABILITY
Understanding citizen’s service delivery concerns, voter outcomes and consumer behaviour - AfricaScope/GeoScope

Understanding citizen’s service delivery concerns, voter outcomes and consumer behaviour
[Craig Schwabe] At the start of democracy in SA in 2004, economic growth showed promise, resulting in a high of 5% in 2005. However, over the last decade, the growth rate has remained largely below 1%...

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Andy du Plessis
ESG & SUSTAINABILITY
How FoodForward SA's digital tech tackles climate challenges and enhances food access in South Africa - FoodForward SA

How FoodForward SA's digital tech tackles climate challenges and enhances food access in South Africa
[Andy du Plessis] The same food system that is feeding our population is also destroying our fragile planet. Food loss and waste is the third largest emitter of greenhouse gasses, accounting for around 10% of all global greenhouse gas emissions. The environmental and climate impacts of our food system are severe and becoming increasingly apparent...

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Katja Hamilton
FINANCE & INSURANCE
South African Reserve Bank faces R1bn loss on African Bank Holdings

Source: African Bank.
Source: African Bank.
[Katja Hamilton] The Sarb incurred a nearly R1bn loss on its African Bank Holdings investment, necessitating intervention and equity restructuring...

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Andre Cilliers
FINANCE & INSURANCE
Trump assassination attempt and weak Chinese growth data boost the dollar

Source: Reuters.
Source: Reuters.
[Andre Cilliers] Safe-haven demand and weaker Chinese GDP boost the dollar, reversing losses. Trump still expected at the Republican convention...

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Lindsey Schutters
CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING
Mchunu tightens regulations for scrap metal dealers in SA

Waste pickers will have slight exemptions in the new scrap metal regulations.
Waste pickers will have slight exemptions in the new scrap metal regulations.
[Lindsey Schutters] Police Minister Mchunu makes major amendments to scrap metal and metal trading regulations…

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Danette Breitenbach
MARKETING & MEDIA
DStv - eMedia sports broadcasting rights saga continues as Sports Minister joins the fight

Source: © SA Rugby  The battle over sports broadcasting has heated up as Media responded to Saru's support of the SABC's decision to not broadcast the recent Springboks - Ireland Tests
Source: © SA Rugby SA Rugby The battle over sports broadcasting has heated up as Media responded to Saru's support of the SABC's decision to not broadcast the recent Springboks - Ireland Tests
[Danette Breitenbach] Saru's support of SABC's decision not to broadcast the Springboks - Ireland Tests comes under fire from Sports Minister and eMedia...

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Katja Hamilton
FINANCE & INSURANCE
Shooting may boost Trump’s chances in the US presidential race, say investors

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[Katja Hamilton] Markets are poised to react strongly to the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, betting on his increased chances of winning the White House. The incident has left his supporters in shock...

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Imran Salie
AUTOMOTIVE
Ford Ranger Tremor review: Blending daily driving with off-road grit

Ford Ranger Tremor review: Blending daily driving with off-road grit
[Imran Salie] We already put it through its paces at its local launch, where we had the opportunity to traverse through and over obstacles on a 4x4 course. But what is it like to live with and use every day?

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Lindsey Schutters
CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING
Western Cape uses #CapeStorm to call for decentralised emergency housing fund

The Western Cape is in the clutches of its second major storm in 2024. Source: Unsplash/Hennie Stander
The Western Cape is in the clutches of its second major storm in 2024. Source: Unsplash/Hennie Stander
[Lindsey Schutters] Western Cape provincial minister of infrastructure calls for decentralisation of emergency housing fund…

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Lindsey Schutters
CONSTRUCTION & ENGINEERING
Macpherson pledges to redirect funds to ‘building SA’

Minister Dean Macpherson spent the week sketching his vision for the department
Minister Dean Macpherson spent the week sketching his vision for the department
[Lindsey Schutters] Dean Macpherson unveils vision for public works and infrastructure in South Africa…

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