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Local cement players solidify defence against import threat
14th November 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

While the quality of imported cement has been improving in recent years, it is usually not in line with the high quality of locally produced cement, the Concrete Institute (TCI) pointed out during... 


CLIVE BRINDLEY
The significance of data and its risk to an organisation will determine the scope of the mitigation measures
Accuracy of information key to attaining appropriate cybersecurity risk posture
8th November 2019 By: Schalk Burger

Companies must establish the accuracy and truthfulness of information, including from third-parties, in their organisations to achieve an appropriate cybersecurity risk posture, says information... 


Many organisations unlikely to successfully tackle cybersecurity demands – Deloitte
24th October 2019 By: Schalk Burger

There are notable gaps in organisations’ abilities to meet the cybersecurity demands of the future, the ‘2019 Future of Cyber’ survey conducted by consulting multinational Deloitte found. The... 


South Africa making strides in international arbitration
23rd October 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South Africa is gaining prominence in the development and practice of international arbitration law, which will benefit the country and Africa. This was indicated by Arbitration Foundation of South... 


MADE IN CHINA
Most counterfeit goods sold in Africa are imported from China or other Eastern countries
Counterfeiting remains a challenge in Africa
18th October 2019 By: Darren Parker

Counterfeiting remains a significant challenge for multinational brands aiming to legitimately penetrate the African market, but anti-counterfeit laws and measures are gaining traction in Africa.... 


MEGAN REIMERS 
The ethical requirements of food packaging and labelling also extend to aspects such as Itellectual Property
Legislature calls for more labelling, packaging awareness
18th October 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

As the food and drug / medicine sectors are highly regulated from a labelling perspective, companies need to be aware of the claims they can make about their products on the packaging, says... 


Jobs Summit committee reports progress in various areas
7th October 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Presidential Working Committee on the Jobs Summit, which held its monthly meeting on Monday, noted that substantial progress had been made in reforming and modernising South Africa’s visa... 


 Court can stop bank strike on Wednesday
Court can stop bank strike on Wednesday
23rd September 2019 By: News24Wire

A planned protest by workers in the banking sector could be stopped if the labour court rules in favour of employers who want to interdict the strike. Banking union Sasbo plans to hold nationwide... 


QUALITY CONCRETE DEMANDS

State companies and parastatals have started to specify quality concrete, subsequently creating opportunities for readymix companies to become involved in infrastructure projects
Benefits of quality-specified concrete being recognised
23rd August 2019 By: Cameron Mackay

Years of effort by the South African Readymix Association (Sarma) to spread awareness about the importance of quality-specified concrete are finally bearing fruit, as it is starting to reach... 


FULLY COMPLIANT 

Sarma members are supported through technical advice, partnerships with institutions and member companies, lower premiums on insurance policies and accreditation
Sarma accreditation mitigates lack of concrete laws
23rd August 2019 By: Cameron Mackay

Accreditation as a South African Readymix Association (Sarma) member can mitigate many of the challenges associated with the lack of laws and specification governing the production of quality... 


Govt observes anniversary of Marikana tragedy
16th August 2019 By: Simone Liedtke

Government says it has, since the conclusion of the Marikana Commission of Inquiry, made “great progress” in implementing the inquiry’s recommendations, among which has been to ensure that the... 


Property group achieves triple win at awards
2nd August 2019

Well-known South African property brand real estate agents Rawson Property Group has received three Global Brands Awards. The group’s wins include Best Real Estate Marketing Brand, Most Innovative... 


Think-tank attacks SAX for failing to provide requested information
19th July 2019 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Free Market Foundation (FMF) think-tank has accused State-owned regional airline SA Express (SAX) of breaking the law by not responding to a request for information under the Promotion of... 


TECHNICAL SKILLS 
Seifsa’s training ensures that people in the metals and engineering sector become technically skilled individuals so that they can create products of high quality for the industry
Federation committed to small business growth
19th July 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

The Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) Small Business Hub (SBH) was created specifically to address the needs of small, medium-sized and microenterprises... 


LUCIO TRENTINI
It is imperative for companies to speak with one common voice when dealing with the challenges facing the sector
Pre-eminent representation reaffirmed by Seifsa
19th July 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Owing to the country’s precarious socioeconomic outlook, it is critical for the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) to reaffirm its position as the preeminent... 


SIBUSISO MTHENJANA
Companies want to know their rights and legal obligations towards employees
Federation looks forward to salary negotiations
19th July 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

With the end of the three-year main agreement last month, Steel and Engineering Industries Federation (Seifsa) looks forward to restarting salary negotiations with other industry stakeholders. 


KAIZER NYATSUMBA 
The aspirations of the federation run concurrently with the aspirations of the sector, as well as those of the country
Seifsa intensifying role in metals and engineering sector
19th July 2019 By: Mamaili Mamaila

Seventy-six years later, the Steel and Engineering Industries Federation of Southern Africa (Seifsa) has made major inroads in intensifying its role and impact in the metals and engineering (M&E)... 


A Bombardier CRJ700 regional jet in SA Express colours
Think-tank attacks State-owned regional airline for 'showing contempt for the law'
9th July 2019 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Free Market Foundation (FMF) think-tank has accused State-owned regional airline SA Express (SAX) of breaking the law by not responding to a request for information under the Promotion of... 


Union demands Denel take action against those responsible for irregularities
28th June 2019 By: Rebecca Campbell

Trade union Solidarity announced on Friday that it had served a demand on Denel to institute legal proceedings against people who caused, or who contributed to, the financial straits the... 


Sakeliga heads to SCA over power interruptions
27th May 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Business organisation Sakeliga will be heading to the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA), in Bloemfontein, to have the judgment that prohibits State-owned power utility Eskom from unlawfully... 


SAA presses fraud charges against former pilot for false licence claims
15th March 2019 By: Rebecca Campbell

South African Airways (SAA) has announced that it has laid criminal charges against a former pilot for the airline and will seek to recoup millions of rand paid to him during the time he worked for... 


Women have only three-quarters of men’s legal rights, affecting work prospects
Women have only three-quarters of men’s legal rights, affecting work prospects
27th February 2019 By: Sane Dhlamini

If women had equal opportunities to reach their full potential, the world would not only be fairer, it would be prosperous, said World Bank Group interim president Kristalina Georgieva. In its... 


Dr McLean Sibanda
Strides made in S Africa’s IP landscape, but more substantial participation required
30th January 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The intellectual property (IP) system in South Africa has evolved since 1994, leaving the country with a much better, more inclusive system than before – barring a few constraints, former... 


Trade and Industry Minister Dr Rob Davies
Global Business Services incentive to bolster youth employment opportunities
7th January 2019 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Global Business Services (GBS) incentive, which came into effect from January 1, will create employment opportunities for the youth in South Africa, says Trade and Industry Minister Dr Rob... 


Mpumalanga remains under strain as water pollution continues
4th December 2018 By: Simone Liedtke

Residents of Mpumalanga remain concerned about sewage spillages and wastewater challenges. The South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) has received complaints about alleged sewage spillages... 


BUILDING BLOCKS
Those seeking or offering services in the building industry should deal only with reputable clients
Building slump causing disputes
16th November 2018 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

The economic slump in the building industry has led to desperation, resulting in contractors and other parties involved readily accepting work without protecting themselves contractually, says... 


Nedlac approves Solidarity strike action over ‘race exclusion’
30th October 2018 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

Trade union Solidarity on Tuesday said the National Economic Development and Labour Council (Nedlac) had approved its application to undertake a lawful strike against the exclusion of white... 


Basil Read to proceed with business rescue plan
28th September 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

JSE-listed construction group Basil Read’s business rescue plan was approved by 99% of creditors and 98% of independent creditors during a shareholder’s meeting on Thursday. Basil Read entered... 


Hogan Lovells sheds light on business rescue in construction industry
27th September 2018 By: Marleny Arnoldi

In light of a struggling construction sector in South Africa and many companies going into liquidation or business rescue, and with the business rescue success rate only 10% on average for... 


Machine learning, knowledge management tools changing legal industry
14th September 2018 By: Schalk Burger

The legal profession, as with most other knowledge professions, is changing through the use of machine learning tools applied to ensure that legal information is leveraged and disseminated... 


NATASHA LUTHER-JONES
Facilitating the development and growth of the energy industry will help to create a virtuous cycle of energy-linked development
Renewable-energy guide offers insight into maturing African markets
14th September 2018 By: Schalk Burger

Global law firm DLA Piper has characterised the regulatory environments for renewable-energy projects in 12 African countries in response to developing markets on the continent, says DLA Piper... 


Machine learning, knowledge management tools changing legal industry
29th August 2018 By: Schalk Burger

The legal profession, as with most other knowledge professions, is changing through, besides others, the use of machine learning tools used to ensure that legal information is leveraged and... 


Kigali International Airport, Rwanda
Rwanda and global airline body partner to improve air safety
14th August 2018 By: Rebecca Campbell

The Rwanda Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Air Transport Association, to partner to improve aviation safety, it was announced on... 


FRANCOIS BAIRD
Taylor Advisory's ability to deliver the best results, instead of simply brokering a deal, is specifically vital for Africa-based companies
M&A advisory firm aims to use SA as gateway to African market
13th July 2018 By: Nadine James

Washington DC-headquartered mergers and acquisition advisory firm Taylor Advisory announced last week that it was entering the African market through South Africa with the appointment of Francois... 


Good corporate citizenship in a post-State-capture South Africa
Good corporate citizenship in a post-State-capture South Africa
8th June 2018 By: Kim Cloete

A string of corporate governance failures and climate change challenges have cranked up the pressure on companies to become better corporate citizens and take care of the environment they are... 


TUMULTUOUS TRACKS
In April, a vehicle and train collided at a level-crossing in the Western Cape when the vehicle apparently attempted to cross the railway tracks when it was not safe to do so
Safety issues must be addressed – law firm
1st June 2018 By: Jessica Oosthuizen

Safety is a massive problem in the rail industry in South Africa and it must be dealt with, says global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright director and head of rail David Kapelus. Ageing... 


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