A new survey by the South African SME Finance Association (SASFA) shows that despite the help offered by government and the private sector, only a fraction of businesses had any support. Only 47% of business owners applied for relief from government or financial institutions, because many did not believe they would qualify. Even amongst the […]
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It is not only technological enhancements in companies’ production that can make the bottom line better. Taking a look at the internal processes, there is also a lot of time to collect and save money. Here are five tech trends that give back to your company’s finances. Employees are constantly becoming more and more open […]
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Just nine months after launching to market, 63% of The Harri, a new 48-unit apartment block and mixed-use property development going up at 75 Harrington Street in Cape Town’s East City Precinct, has sold off-plan. Only 16 of 42 studio apartments remain unsold, while just two of the six loft apartments are still on the […]
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PFIZER SA SCOOPS 2020 EQUAL REPRESENTATION AND PARTICIPATION AWARD GENDER MAINSTREAMING AWARDS The recently released 20th Commission for Employment Equity report revealed that women’s representation in management has seen a slow and steady increase in South Africa. However, the impact of COVID-19 is set to undo some of this progress. For this reason, it is now more […]
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As print media dies, and paywalls struggle, app advertising sees an explosionOver 200 times faster than Bluetooth, requiring no mobile data, SHAREit enables media transfer – photos, videos, audio, and apps – without the internet, or the need to access the Google play store. It’s also free. Expanding its services to deliver a one-stop content […]
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What you need to know about Securities Based Lending (SBL) While the economy remains in turmoil, borrowing still plays an important part in managing one’s portfolio to ensure that you diversify investments and unlock cashflow where necessary, especially during these uncertain economic times. Options such as Securities Based Lending (SBL) allow you to leverage your share portfolio […]
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The contentious e-tolling system has been dragging on for more than six years, with many motorists refusing to pay or simply unable to fork out the extra cost each month. Sanral CEO Skhumbuzo Macozoma. Picture: @SANRAL_za/Twitter JOHANNESBURG – South African National Roads Agency (Sanral) CEO Skhumbuzo Macozoma said the time for debates on e-tolls was […]
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Twenty-six years into democracy following the end of apartheid, land ownership remains a thorny issue in South Africa, which is one of the world’s most unequal countries, according to the World Bank. FILE: Ennerdale residents illegally erecting shacks on a piece of land. Picture: Mia Lindeque/EWN WALKERVILLE – On an abandoned private farm south of […]
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The shooting happened in Parkers Walk shortly after 11am on Monday. Picture: SAPS Facebook page. CAPE TOWN – A young boy is in a critical condition in hospital after he was shot in suspected gang violence in Parkwood. The shooting happened in Parkers Walk shortly after 11am on Monday. The crime scene is active and […]
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The footballer’s girlfriend Nokhupiwa Mathithibala said that he slapped and strangled her after she had asked about his whereabouts. JOHANNESBURG – Orlando Pirates midfielder Thembinkosi Lorch has been arrested by police after he allegedly assaulted his girlfriend. According to the Sunday World, Lorch’s girlfriend Nokhupiwa Mathithibala opened a case of assault against him at Midrand […]
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