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SA's manufacturing figures drop, raising red flags
[Ntsakisi Maswanganyi and Nick Hedley] New data show that manufacturing, the second-biggest sector in the economy, contracted for the second consecutive month in May‚ raising red flags for the outlook for the rest of the year. Read more >>


Manufacturing
Stallion showcases the first Made-in-Nigeria Nissan
The Stallion Group recently showcased the first five 'Made in Nigeria' Nissan vehicles to the State to mark their local production and to commemorate the restoration of democracy in the country. Read more >>

Altaaqa Global opens office in Southern Africa
Altaaqa Global CAT Rental Power, a global provider of temporary power solutions, has recently opened a new branch in Johannesburg that will cater to several countries in Southern Africa, including South Africa, Angola, Botswana, Mozambique, Madagascar, Malawi, Namibia, Zambia and Zimbabwe. Read more >>

Factory installs waste separation igloos
General Motors South Africa (GMSA) rolled out colourful new waste separation igloos at the Struandale plant last week in celebration of World Environment Day which is commemorated worldwide on 5 June. Read more >>

Manufacturing
Union settles strike but sugar workers won't work

Nce Mkhize

Hundreds of Tongaat Hulett refinery workers in Clairwood‚ Durban‚ refused to return to work, defying the wage agreement signed by the Food and Allied Workers Union (Fawu). Read more >>

Transnet workers were victims of 'co-ordinated attacks'

Mark Allix

Transnet says there were 10 "coordinated attacks" last week against workers who had chosen not to take part in strike action organised by the National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa (Numsa) at its Ngqura Container Terminal near Port Elizabeth. Read more >>

Transnet wants to 'industrialise railways'

Amanda Visser

Small- and medium-sized engineering companies must create niche markets for themselves to supply Transnet with parts for the locomotives that the freight logistics company envisages building within the next two to three decades. Read more >>

CEO's confidence high on financials‚ low on basic materials
The Merchantec CEO confidence index rose 1.4% on a quarterly basis to 51.7 points in the second quarter just slightly higher than the 51 points in the first. Read more >>

SA's red tape restricts Nigerian investments
Nigerian companies have a "huge appetite" for investing in South Africa, says the Nigeria-SA Chamber of Commerce. Read more >>

Sanlam looking to invest in Africa, South-East Asia

Phakamisa Ndzamela

Sanlam says it has R3bn in discretionary capital that is earmarked for growth opportunities mainly in Africa and South-East Asia. Read more >>

Treasury might hike taxes
The first hint of possible future tax hikes was given in an oblique statement by the Treasury on new areas of work for the tax review committee headed by Judge Dennis Davis. Read more >>

Mondi to buy US Graphic Packaging International for $105m

Alistair Anderson

London- and JSE-listed paper and packaging company Mondi said that it would buy the US industrial bag and kraft paper business of Graphic Packaging International. Read more >>


International

Nissan new e-NV200 electric car
YOKOHAMA, JAPAN: Nissan has unveiled its second all-electric vehicle, the e-NV200, the Japanese car manufacturer's latest push into the eco-friendly car sector despite disappointing sales. Read more >>

HTC pins its hopes on M8 to make money
TAIPEI, TAIWAN: Once a star of the intensely competitive smartphone sector, Taiwan's HTC has seen its fortunes collapse - but the success of its latest model provides a glimmer of hope for the company. Read more >>

Smartwear may make people healthier
TAIPEI, TAIWAN: A new generation of wearable technology is promising not only to log data about users' health but to predict and avert crises, from drivers falling asleep at the wheel to runners wearing themselves out in a marathon. Read more >>

Intel backs the long-term survival of PCs
TAIPEI, TAIWAN: US computer chip company Intel declared its faith in the future of the personal computer in a landscape that is increasingly dominated by super-slim tablets and mobiles. Read more >>

Chrysler's US sales jump 17% in May
WASHINGTON, USA: Chrysler's US sales of cars and truck climbed by 17% in May from a year ago as Jeep and Ram brands racked up strong gains. Read more >>


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Government

Recession unlikely in second quarter: Reserve Bank
The South African economy is unlikely to fall into a recession in the upcoming second quarter, the Reserve Bank said on Tuesday. Read more >>


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        Government
          Germany pulling out of SKA disappointing
          Chief Justice responds to criticism over religion, law
          Former deputy police commissioner arrested for fraud

          Mining
            SA mining sector invited to explore Peru
            Set Point to showcase services at Botswana conference
            WESSA objects against application to mine near nature reserve

            CSI
              Making magic with a love movement - Danette Breitenbach
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              'Night of 1000 Drawings' to raise funds for better learning conditions

              Finance
                Private Equity Industry Survey reflects 17% increase in funds

                Agriculture
                  WWF-SA expert to address Food Security Seminar
                  Food security in spotlight at AgriYouth Indaba
                  Minister Zokwana committed to farm worker sectoral determination

                  Building
                    15 finalists for AfriSam-SAIA Award for Sustainable Architecture
                    US launches USD1bn push for off-grid Africa power
                    Transnet CE plans to 'industrialise railways' - Amanda Visser

                    GreenBiz
                      Closing date for Green Talents comp draws closer
                      Rising sea-levels in the spotlight during environment month

                      HR & Recruitment
                        Improving efficiency a top priority among businesses - Rona Sauer
                        Unique perspective of youth is driving SA's development goals
                        Young professionals are transforming the workplace - Rona Sauer

                        Legal
                          Bentley wins LexisNexis Prize for Legal Practitioners
                          Competition Commission appeals against Tribunal's finding - Leana Engelbrecht
                          Sanral urged to reveal its secret costs - Philani Nombembe

                          Property
                            When will the Real Estate Sector become BEE compliant?
                            Women on an even playing field in the property game
                            Kyalami track could fetch at least R120m - Nick Hedley

                            Education
                              Rally to Read brings literacy to primary schools
                              Students may end up with debts they can't pay
                              Microsoft eTourism Workshop to empower local SMEs
                              Wits to host Digital Africa Festival

                              Tourism
                                Suncoast kick starts careers
                                Travelstart releases 2014 Travel Trends Report
                                Best places to visit in summer - Amelia Verona

                                ICT
                                  "New age" estate agency launches
                                  Tips for using ATMs and avoiding credit card cloning in Brazil
                                  Frost & Sullivan, African electronic test equipment market report findings

                                  Logistics
                                    Businesses should capitalise on Africa's rising opportunities
                                    Cape Town's SA's most congested capital
                                    Comair launches its Cadet Pilot Training Programme

                                    Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                      Final five in Wolftrap Steakhouse Championships announced
                                      Wined, dined and treated fine at the The Twelve Apostles - Ruth Cooper
                                      2014 MTV Africa Music Awards winners

                                      Automotive
                                        Two Centennial Edition Maseratis for SA
                                        Opel outlines growth plan until 2022
                                        Toyota's CEO stresses importance of Hino Trucks
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