Economy and business
Brand South Africa gets new chair, deputy
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- 15 March 2012
President Jacob Zuma has appointed businesswoman Charlotte Chichi Maponya and marketer Happy Ntshingila as the chairperson and deputy chairperson, respectively, of the board of trustees of Brand South Africa.
• SA is Africa’s top nation brand
Greening South Africa's office spaces
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- 14 March 2012
The organisers of the third annual Green Office Week believe that whether an organisation is large or small, green-minded behaviour must be a part of the work habits of everyone employed there.
• Green buildings now the law in SA
South Africa to lead in Islamic finance
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- 14 March 2012
South Africa has the potential to position itself as a leading Islamic finance hub on the continent, creating more opportunities for foreign investment, trade and new business partnerships.
• SA is Africa's top nation brand
Insights into doing business in South Africa
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- 13 March 2012
A Group of journalists from the United Arab Emirates are on a fact-finding mission to South Africa to learn more about the country’s economy and business environment.
• Media tour boosts China-Africa link
New slogan for Brand South Africa
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- 09 March 2012
"South Africa: Inspiring New Ways", the new slogan for championing the country locally and internationally, has been approved by the Cabinet following extensive development and consultation by Brand South Africa.
• SA is Africa’s top nation brand
Simple solar solution for rural Africa
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- 22 February 2012
Pay-as-you-go solar technology is making it possible for remote and off-grid communities in Africa to generate their own electricity, reducing the need for lighting practices, such as burning kerosene oil, that are harmful and dangerous.
• Africa leads solar laptop revolution
New Mandela banknotes for South Africa
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- 14 February 2012
Nelson Mandela, former president of South Africa and prominent anti-apartheid icon, will be the first living person to appear on South African banknotes.
• Mandela: a remarkable 92 years
