09-APR-13·	Holistic support produces well-rounded learners
	Posted by | SA
	If South Africa is to adequately prepare and equip young people for the marketplace and life in general there needs to be a more holistic approach to educating learners. There are many elements lacking in schools that are critical to realising the complete development of the student.

03-APR-13·	South Africa switching to social investment
	Posted by | SA
	More organisations are recognising the importance of contributing to society. As a result the amount of companies fulfilling their corporate social responsibilities is on the increase, according to a new annual survey of the South African market.

22-JAN-13·	SA education standards miss the mark
	Posted by | SA
	Both business and government needs to intensify its focus on skills development and create the conditions which promote innovation, productivity, and profitability if it hopes to compete globally, says Liza van wyk.

21-JAN-13·	Bringing investment education to local youth
	Posted by | SA
	Aimed at introducing high school learners and university students to the world of investment, the JSE Liberty Investment Challenge teaches students the fundamentals of investment strategy and the importance of investing on the exchange.

13-DEC-12·	Education technology partnership boosts SA learning
	Posted by | SA
	A hybrid learning model better known as 'blended learning' will be needed to deliver education across the country. Blended learning is an integrated approach to education that combines traditional in-class face-to-face learning methods with online activities.

27-NOV-12·	Teen pregnancies are trapping young people in SA
	Posted by | SA
	As you read this article another young girl has fallen pregnant. Teen pregnancies may have decreased according to statistics, but this trend needs to be eliminated altogether as South Africa is losing a host of talented young people to this scourge.

19-SEP-12·	USB recognised as top business school in SA for 2012
	Posted by | SA
	USB received a globally-recognised accolade as the top business school in South Africa. The professional Management Review is one of only two national business school surveys conducted on a large scale and is seen as an excellence benchmark in the business education sector.

26-MAR-12·	South Africans urged to test for TB
	Posted by | SA
	As the world marked Tuberculosis Day, Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe urged South Africans to regularly test for TB and HIV, saying government would continue to implement programmes to fight the diseases

06-MAR-12·	South Africa’s first Business Analysis Conference issues a call for papers
	Posted by | SA
	Business Analysts will have an opportunity to share practical and organisational experiences during South Africa's first Business Analysis Conference. Interested professionals have been encouraged to submit abstracts for the conference.

23-FEB-12·	FTI helps to bring first Business Analysis Conference to SA
	Posted by | SA
	The first business analysis conference which will allow delegates to share knowledge and experiences and learn about and debate issues related to the business analysis profession, is due to arrive in South Africa with the help of the Faculty Training Institute.

08-FEB-12·	Unemployment falls to 23.9%
	Posted by | SA
	Releasing the Quarterly Labour Force Survey for the fourth quarter Stats SA said that employment increased by 365 000 in the fourth quarter of 2011, this is the first growth observed on a year-on-year basis in quarter four since 2009.

06-FEB-12·	Putting the ICT in education
	Posted by | SA
	Implementing an effective ICT system which will promote access to education is easier said than done. While new technologies are available government must consider the practical implications of implementing these innovations in the South African economic and social context. This is according to Professor Hlengiwe Mkhize.

27-JAN-12·	R886m invested in varsity ICT
	Posted by | SA
	R886 million has been invested in South African universities to promote the exchange of information between higher education institutions and public research organisations. The funds will be used to combat the key barriers to ICT access particularly in rural areas.

09-JAN-12·	Local youth receive support
	Posted by | SA
	Two organisations working at opposite ends of the employment spectrum in South Africa are giving young people a greater chance of finding a job and gaining the skills and dignity they need to live more purposeful lives.

14-DEC-11·	Over three million children orphaned in SA
	Posted by | SA
	More than any other population group black African children are most likely to be abandoned out of the three million orphaned children in South Africa, revealed a Stats SA report.

14-DEC-11·	More jobs in non-agricultural sector
	Posted by | SA
	There are a growing number of people finding employment in the formal non-agriculture sector according to a recent Stats SA survey which covered private and public enterprises across the country.

22-NOV-11·	Riding the Wi-Fi wave of home-based connectivity
	Posted by | SA
	Wireless networking, also referred to as Wi-Fi, remains firmly positioned amongst the myriad of technologies available to digital lifestyle, connectivity-hungry consumers. It is gaining popularity as a cost-effective, easily integrated and reliable networking infrastructure in the home

15-NOV-11·	Access to information vs confidentiality
	Posted by | SA
	How do you protect the confidentiality and integrity of business information that employees are authorised to access? Companies need to have a flexible and multi-pronged strategy that can be adapted as the environment and needs change says security consultant, Richard Broeke.

28-OCT-11·	Assore limited scoops top company award
	Posted by | SA
	The coveted title for Top Company of the Year 2011 went to mining holding company, Assore Limited at the annual Sunday Times Top 100 Companies Awards banquet and saw many other leaders and business people honoured for their excellence.

25-OCT-11·	The great indian invasion is coming
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa imports doctors and teachers from Cuba, engineers from Poland and IT specialists from India but is this the only way to recruit skilled professionals and remain competitive? Ziaan Hattingh talks about the plight of unskilled workers within the IT industry.

05-OCT-11·	SA online community still growing
	Posted by | SA
	Internet is the driver behind commerce across a variety of industry and sectors and holds unlimited opportunities in South Africa, with the number of users expected to increase to 9 million by 2014.

03-OCT-11·	SA, China seal deals
	Posted by | SA
	China and South Africa have signed two deals on geology and mineral resources and financial cooperation on the sidelines of the South African Deputy President's recent visit to China.The two areas are a priority for the countries and both sides have pledged greater efforts in the future.

27-SEP-11·	Build SA through sustainable social ventures
	Posted by | SA
	As the developed nations wrestle with their own set of challenges caused by the global financial meltdown, SA can no longer look to donor funding as the cure for ongoing social ills such as poverty, child mortality and environmental degradation amongst others, but are sustainable social ventures the solution?

30-AUG-11·	SA faces development challenges - Davies
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa may have institutions that meet world class standards but business should not lose sight of the fact that SA is not a developed country and has yet to overcome challenges that are developmental in nature such as poverty, inequality and unemployment said Minister Rob Davies.

15-AUG-11·	SA payroll in good shape
	Posted by | SA
	Despite persistent market pressure South African payroll is in good shape and business leaders are recognising the impact of issues such as payroll legislation, compliance and labour law. This was one of the key outcomes from the Cape leg of the South African Payroll Association’s annual national conference.

24-JUN-11·	Technology the key to addressing crisis in SA schools
	Posted by | SA
	There is a crisis in South African schools due to limited access to information and textbooks. 'Open source online learning allows students and teachers alike to gather information freely, use it, change it, customise it - it is the ultimate teacher tool and teachers need to harness this available resource' - Professor Johannes Cronje.

19-JUN-11·	SA ready to host 123rd International Olympic Committee
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa is ready to host the 123rd International Olympic Committee (IOC) gathering in Durban in July. International sports administrators, royalty, and heads of state are expected in the country for the 123rd IOC Session, which will kick off on 4 July and end on 9 July, 2011.

12-JUN-11·	SA and UK re-commit to doubling bi-lateral trade by 2015
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa and the United Kingdom have recommitted to the target of doubling bilateral trade between the two countries by 2015. Following the 9th SA-UK Bilateral Forum, where the South African delegation was led by International Relations Minister Maite Nkoane-Mashabane, the two countries agreed to focus on building trade and investment in the following sectors various key sectors. This article provides the details.

09-JUN-11·	SA proposes focused approach against Aids in conflict and post-conflict situations
	Posted by | SA
	Speaking at the historic session of the UN Security Council (UNSC), Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe has highlighted the important role United Nations peacekeeping operations can play in responding to the HIV/Aids pandemic. South Africa has stressed the continuing need for urgent and coordinated global action to curb the impact of HIV and Aids in conflict and post-conflict situations, including a more focused approach integral to UN peacekeeping interventions.

07-JUN-11·	SA to meet UK in 9th bilateral forum
	Posted by | SA
	International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane is to lead a South African delegation to the 9th SA-UK Bilateral Forum. The department has announced that the visit comes within the context of strengthening political and bilateral relations between the two countries and it is intended to conclude a Joint Strategy agreement, on various areas including doubling trade by 2015, and promoting national economic stability.

01-JUN-11·	SA Learning & Development managers exceed global stds despite skills crisis
	Posted by | SA
	"...despite our education backlog and skills crisis, South African L&D managers have performed very well in comparison with their international counterparts on key benchmarks such as training investment, e-learning, mentoring and coaching and talent management." One of the key conclusions of this latest research collaboration between SABPP and ASTD. Be sure to read this article for further details of the report's findings and how to obtain a copy.

28-MAY-11·	Minister Dlamini to launch SA child protection week
	Posted by | SA
	Protecting the nation’s young and most vulnerable will take centre stage come Monday, 30 May, 2011 as South Africa enters a seven-day show of solidarity with the cause of the country’s children. Child Protection Week will be officially launched by Social Development Minister Bathabile Dlamini and the objective this year is no different to previous years: looking after the children.

11-MAY-11·	FET collaboration with USA community colleges mooted
	Posted by | SA
	Speaking after a meeting under the theme: ‘Building a 21st Century Workforce’, attended by industry skills development representatives and USA Undersecretary of State, Judith McHale, Minister Blade Nzimande explained that following a meeting in Washington DC earlier this year, where he and McHale discussed ways that educators and local academic institutions could better prepare students to enter the workforce, they plan to initiate a pilot project between local FETs and USA community colleges.

11-MAY-11·	SA launches Decade of Action for Road Safety
	Posted by | SA
	Speaking at the launch of the Decade of Action for Road Safety 2011-2020 aimed at stabilizing and then reducing global road deaths by 2020, Transport Minister Sbu Ndebele says South Africa will use the campaign to ensure that road safety is everyone’s business.

11-MAY-11·	Tony and Peabody awards, BAFTA nominations for talented South Africans
	Posted by | SA
	South African creativity features prominently in this years international award ceremonies. Arts and Culture Minister Paul Mashatile took pleasure in congratulating Co-owners of Handspring Puppet Company, Adrian Kohler and Basil Jones for winning a prestigious Tony award, and Xoliswe Sithole who has been nominated in two categories for a BAFTA, after also being announced as the winner of a Peabody award.

29-APR-11·	SA to host 62nd Astronautical Congress
	Posted by | SA
	Africa will be hosting the 62nd International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2011) in Cape Town. The congress, which will run concurrently with a large exhibition, is expected to draw over 3500 conference participants and exhibitors.

19-APR-11·	dti's Rob Davies announces R28billion investment secured for SA
	Posted by | SA
	Minister of Trade and Industry Rob Davies announced that dti has helped to conclude a total of R28 billion in investments in the South African economy and aims to help facilitate R115 billion in investments in the next few years.

18-APR-11·	SA's relationship with Africa critical to BRICS success
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa’s success as the new member of Brics will be determined by how Pretoria relates to the rest of Africa and how it will use its membership of the group to address critical issues facing the continent, says Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies.

14-APR-11·	Managing SA's talent crucial
	Posted by | SA
	Is talent management the answer to job creation? Following President Zuma's call for industry to work together toward job creation, organisation's are realizing the benefit of talent management in these uncertain economic times.

11-APR-11·	South Africa goes to first BRICS Summit with much to offer
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa may be the new kid on the block when it arrives at this week’s Bric summit in China, but the country has much to offer as a gateway to Africa with one of the strongest financial sectors in the world, and with its tradition of independent decision making it’s not likely to be swept aside by the summit’s bigger members, say analysts.

06-APR-11·	Enablis Business Launchpad
	Posted by | SA
	'One million small businesses rather than five million jobs by 2020'. These were the sentiments of the prominent businessmen and leaders at the Accenture Enablis Business Launchpad Competition, a prestigious contest which recognizes promising entreprenuers in SA.

03-APR-11·	SA to host climate change summit expected to attract 185 countries
	Posted by | SA
	Environmental Affairs Minister Edna Molewa is confident that the climate change conference to be held in Durban later this year, should lead to a successful international agreement that will allow for a united global response against global warming.

02-MAR-11·	Creating a savings culture in SA
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa, in contrast to many other developing countries has a culture of debt rather than one of saving. According to a study by MBA student Mark Cronje, high growth rates, income inequality and financial liberation, are examples of the determinants for the present lack of savings inclination in South Africa.

01-MAR-11·	South African delegation on state visit to France
	Posted by | SA
	At the invitation of President Sarkozy, President Zuma is leading a senior ministerial and business delegation aimed at developing economic and political relations between the countries. During the visit the Presidents will sign a Framework agreement, which will develop bilateral relations via the creation of an economic forum, and an agreement for 1 billion Euros funding over three years from the French development agency.

24-FEB-11·	Zimbabwean government confident of meeting passport deadline
	Posted by | SA
	The Zimbabwean government is confident that by the end of July, it would have issued passports to thousands of its citizens who have applied to have their stay in South Africa regularised. Almost 280 000 Zimbabwean nationals met the 31 December deadline to apply to regularise their stay in South Africa.

23-FEB-11·	SA putting the S into BRICS
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa was invited on 23 December 2010 to become a member of the BRIC (Brazil, Russia, India, China) group of countries when the Chinese president extended an invitation to President Jacob Zuma. As a collective, BRICS has the potential to dominate the economy of the world in the next decades. The grouping will be producing an annual compedium of information and StatsSA outlines the anticipated content.

22-FEB-11·	SA to host UN high level panel on global sustainability
	Posted by | SA
	President Zuma will be co-chairing a UN High Level Panel on Global Sustainability, in Cape Town during the last week of February 2011. The Panel has been tasked with focusing on climate change as a sustainable development challenge, addressing its three pillars, namely economic, social and environmental, as well related issues of food security, energy and poverty eradication.

17-FEB-11·	Sports and tourism conference to promote South Africa
	Posted by | SA
	With the 2010 World Cup a thing of the past, South Africa’s tourism players are aiming to promote the country as a world-class host for future large scale, international events. Thebe Exhibitions and Projects Group (TEPG) will host a Sports and Events Tourism Exchange (SETE) conference and exhibition in July at the International Convention Centre in Cape Town.

22-DEC-10·	SA to receive $302 million from Global Fund to fight Aids
	Posted by | SA
	Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has announced that South Africa has received a major boost from the Global Fund to fight AIDS, TB and malaria. The $302 million over five years has been approved for a range of interventions to strengthen health systems.

10-DEC-10·	Motlanthe calls on Corporate SA to work with government to uplift education
	Posted by | SA
	Deputy President Motlanthe has called upon Corporate South Africa to work with government in investing in Education Upliftment Programmes. The Deputy President pointed out that in other sectors public private partnerships have been extremely successful, and listed the type of contribution in which the private sector could partner with government.

09-DEC-10·	South Africa to host the World Forestry Congress
	Posted by | SA
	For the first time in its 85-year history, the World Forestry Congress by the Food and Agriculture Organisation of the United Nations is to be hosted on African soil. The congress, to be held in 2015, will be hosted by the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries on behalf of the South African government at the Durban International Convention Centre.

09-DEC-10·	World Health Organisation approves new rapid TB test
	Posted by | SA
	The World Health Organisation (WHO) has endorsed use of a new rapid diagnosis for tuberculosis (TB). This move will increase access to rapid treatment especially for those who are at risk of drug resistant TB, and those with HIV co-infection. The rapid test has been welcomed by the South African Medical Research Council. Despite improvements in care and control, about 1.7 million people were killed by TB in 2009.

03-DEC-10·	United Kingdom commits to double trade with SA
	Posted by | SA
	During President Jacob Zuma's visit to the UK earlier this year, a trade goal was agreed to to improve economic ties and to double trade volume between our countries by 2015. To progress cooperative relations British Minister for Africa Henry Bellingham met International Relations and Cooperation Deputy Minister Ebrahim Ebrahim this week in Pretoria.

30-NOV-10·	Corporate SA called to invest in education
	Posted by | SA
	Addressing a breakfast meeting of government and business leaders, Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe called on corporate SA to work together with government investing in education upliftment programmes. Motlanthe urged the leaders to consider social partnerships to meet the infrastructure and facilities needs - classrooms, libraries, laboratories and sporting facilities - all are needed to effectively prepare learners for the world of work.

28-NOV-10·	SA and Kenya sign agreements on tourism, trade, and higher education
	Posted by | SA
	Kenya and South Africa have signed agreements on a range of mutual issues, including higher education, tourism, trade and agriculture. These include the waiving of double taxation for businesses operating in the two countries, and a Memorandum of Understanding on agricultural cooperation. The agreements prepare the ground for improving commercial relations prior to President Jacob Zuma's planned 2011 visit.

24-NOV-10·	South Africa aims to create 5 million jobs in 10 years
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa has set itself an ambitious target of creating five million jobs and reducing unemployment from 25 percent to 15 percent in the next 10 years. Massive investment in infrastructure, skills development of our national human resource, smart government, and better coordination with the private sector and organised labour - the recipe from Economic Development Minister Ebrahim Patel - to create 5 million jobs and reduce unemployment to 15 percent.

23-NOV-10·	SA hosts world's auditors general
	Posted by | SA
	Many people in the world of work have have experienced the trepidation when a number of auditors descend upon the office, asking for their files and records, and investigating whether the company is compliant with various requiremen ts. If you've ever wondered about the value of auditors, South Africa's Auditor General Terence Nombembe is hosting over 600 of his counterparts and finance ministers from around the world. They're here for the 20th congress of the International Organisation of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI) and will be looking at the value and benefits of having auditors general, environmental auditing and sustainable development.

22-NOV-10·	Supporting the elimination of violence against women and children
	Posted by | SA
	25 November is the internationally recognised day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. In recognising both the importance of this day to South Africa and our unique problems, the City of Johannesburg has added "and Children". A detailed programme of city-wide events has been developed by the City creating a 16 Days of Activism campaign, that will end on 10 December - Human Rights Day.

19-NOV-10·	SA must strengthen green technology transfer
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa must get better at acquiring green knowledge and technology transfer — or be left out of global markets, says Radhika Perrot. Technology transfer has a fair mention in the Kyoto Protocol, with the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) the main market instrument designed to transfer technology from Northern to Southern countries.

15-NOV-10·	More US students studying in SA
	Posted by | SA
	According to the Open Doors Report published by the Institute of International Education (IIE), the number of American students at SA universities has increased by 12.4 percent, and there are more American students at SA universities than in any other sub-Saharan country.

11-NOV-10·	Action Plan 2014: Major shake-up for SA education
	Posted by | SA
	The Department of Basic Education is finalising its comprehensive turnaround plan for teaching in schools - Action Plan 2014. Twelve outcomes have been approved by cabinet to improve service delivery. Minister Motshekga has signed to deliver on Outcome 1 "Improve the quality of basic education", along with the ministries of Home Affairs, Communications, Health, Public Service and Administration, Science and Technology, and Women, Children and Persons with Disabilities.

11-NOV-10·	South Africa's HIV research 'on the rise'
	Posted by | SA
	Research on HIV/AIDS is on the rise in South Africa, with proportionally more research focusing on this area than larger countries. But SA research has been concentrated in the social sciences and the effects of Aids, and this article suggests that the focus needs to be more on "hard science", which will ultimately yield the solution.

06-NOV-10·	SA Solar park prospects promising
	Posted by | SA
	CEOs and MDs of top international solar energy companies and investors from South Korea, the USA and India attended a conference to assess the feasibility of developing a mega solar park in Upington.

26-OCT-10·	SA sets course for new economic path
	Posted by | SA
	Poverty and unemployment are widely regarded by South Africans are critical problems. The trade union movement have been vociferous in calling for a more intervention from the State. On Tuesday 26 October 2010, it was announced that South Africa is to embark on new economic growth path that will aim to create more jobs and eradicate poverty.

26-OCT-10·	India & South Africa to work together on HIV vaccine research
	Posted by | SA
	India and South Africa will launch a joint research project on basic science and vaccines for HIV strains common to both countries. The project was formally approved by the governments of both countries last spring and is expected to be launched by the end of 2010.

24-OCT-10·	Ministers vow to make SA safer
	Posted by | SA
	Crime is a key concern to South Africans. Included in the 12 point service delivery agreement approved by Cabinet earlier this year, is Outcome 3 - "All People in South Africa Are and Feel Safe." Now ministers of Home Affairs, Defence, State Security, Police, and Correctional Services, have concluded an agreement with Justice Minister Jeff Radebe to deliver on this Outcome 3. For further details on this key Cluster ...

22-OCT-10·	Motlanthe concludes SA-Syria economic and trade agreement
	Posted by | SA
	Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe has concluded a two-day working visit to the Syrian Arab Republic. The visit strengthened existing relations and and an agreements on economic and trade cooperation was signed. In addition, a protocol for cooperation has paved the way for exploration of cooperation in education, and a number of other area. For further details, click

12-OCT-10·	SA wins United Nations Security Council seat
	Posted by | SA
	After intense diplomatic canvassing, South Africa has won a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council. The seat is a non-permanent seat for a two year period and SA has committed to advancing the African agenda and international peace and security.

29-SEP-10·	Bigger voice for SA in world economy
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa will assume the influential chairmanship of the INTOSAI - which is the second biggest institution after the United Nations - in November this year when it will host the 20th INTOSAI congress in Sandton, Johannesburg, this year. For details ...

28-SEP-10·	EU boost for SA Basic Education
	Posted by | SA
	President Jacob Zuma is attending the 3rd SA/EU Summit in Brussels, Belgium. As part of the continuing financial cooperation between the European Union and South Africa, R1.7billion has been received. The monies will be used to improve primary education over the next three years, focusing on literacy and numeracy, and expanding access to Early Childhood Development for poor communities. For full announcement ...

28-SEP-10·	Top SAPS officers on special training in US
	Posted by | SA
	Daily news broadcasts carry information about criminal, terrorism or other acts of violence - often involving innocent citizens. Ensuring that South Africa has the most up to date and trained officers to deal with such situations, top SAPS officers are being trained in crisis response skills in the US. The programme focuses on minimum force and protection of human life. For details ...

27-SEP-10·	Denmark, Mexico, SA establish troika
	Posted by | SA
	An effective global response to climate change will involve states, business, and civil society. Under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), these parties meet at Conferences of the Parties (COP). SA will be hosting COP 17. For further details of the reason for this association of three countries and South Africa's role...

24-SEP-10·	SA seeks support for UN Security Council seat
	Posted by | SA
	During 2007 and 2008 SA served on the UN Security Council (UNSC) where it built a reputation as an "agent of change". Now SA is lobbying for support upcoming October elections for a non-permanent seat on the Security Council.

23-SEP-10·	SA comes out tops in FIFA surveys
	Posted by | SA
	Two FIFA surveys have shown how much South Africa benefited from the World Cup - international visitors appreciated the stadiums, and would recommend South Africa to family and friends for a visit, and South Africans demonstrating a defiant pride. For more explanation ...

22-SEP-10·	SA calls for faster action to meet Africa MDGs
	Posted by | SA
	It is 10 years on from the agreement on the Millenium Development Goals (MDGs).Although sub-Saharan Africa is making good progress, when addressing the United Nations General Assembly, International Relations Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane called on the international community to work with Africa in addressing poverty, disease and underdevelopment.

21-SEP-10·	Merc SA proposes investment - new jobs
	Posted by | SA
	Despite the recent strike activity in the motor industry, Mercedes Benz South Africa has met with dti to propose a new investment in the country’s automotive industry which could see the creation of 2000 new jobs.

19-SEP-10·	Appeal to Zim nationals to get proper SA documentation
	Posted by | SA
	Home Affairs Minister, Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma has appealed to all Zimbabweans in South Africa - from Monday 20 September 2010, they should apply for South African documentation. The special dispensation they have enjoyed will end on 31 December 2010.

25-AUG-10·	GDP increase 3.2% in second quarter
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) increased by 3.2 percent in the second quarter of 2010, according to Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). This was slower than the first quarter when growth was recorded at 4.6 percent.

20-AUG-10·	Gordhan - SA needs to create favourable investment environment
	Posted by | SA
	Although South Africa’s economy is well into a modest recovery it must create an environment that is favourable to domestic and foreign investment, says Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan.

14-AUG-10·	South Africa ready to partner with Lesotho
	Posted by | SA
	President Zuma has committed South Africa to helping Lesotho graduate from its least developed country status to that of a developing country.

13-AUG-10·	SA delivers on Goal 3 of MDGs
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa has delivered on Goal 3 of the Millennium Development Goals calling for the elimination of gender disparity in primary and secondary education by 2015.

12-AUG-10·	Umalusi & HESA report:SA NSC to international standard
	Posted by | SA
	The National Senior Certificate (NSC) and its curriculum are on par with international standards and are favourable when compared to other international qualifications.

05-AUG-10·	Sonia Bendix: Industrial Relations in South Africa
	Posted by | SA
	“Industrial relations” during the two decades of the 1970s and 1980s were tumultuous, and being an IR Practitioner carried a certain cachet. Industrial disputes were the order of the day. During the 90s this focus temporarily reduced. Now, the release of the 5th edition of Sonia Bendix’s Industrial Relations in South Africa comes at a time of increasing industrial unrest – presently particularly in the public sector.

05-AUG-10·	SA and Chinese police strengthen crime-fighting partnership
	Posted by | SA
	South African and Chinese police have strengthened the ties between them and vowed to help each other fight crime. Deputy Police Minister Fikile Mbalula met with the People’s Republic of China’s Vice Minister of Public Safety Chen Zhimin. After their discussions, the two Ministers signed minutes of talks relating to police operations between the two countries.

05-AUG-10·	Potential impact on rural women inspires HIV researchers
	Posted by | SA
	In rural Vulindlela, a town 90 kilometres outside Durban, one in 10 girls is HIV positive by the age of 16. By 24, more than half are infected. For two KwaZulu-Natal scientists, Dr Quarraisha Abdool-Karim and Professor Salim Abdool-Karim, finding effective treatment for a disease that affects mostly women, was a key priority.

04-AUG-10·	Encouraging South Africans to keep patriotic spirit
	Posted by | SA
	During the World Cup many South Africans experienced a patriotic pride in how well the country hosted the international event. People from all walks of life attended fan walks, fan parks, and stadiums. Crime and violence dropped and people marvelled at the speed of the special courts. Everyone asked: if we can do this, why can't we address our other problems? Our problems like: poverty, lack of housing, poor education, and malnourished children. This initiative encourages South Africans to continue the World Cup "we can do it" frame of mind. Read on to see what you can do

04-AUG-10·	SA’s tech-savvy teachers closer to ITF finals
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa’s top five innovative teachers are one step closer to the finals of the “World Cup” of education technology after winning their categories at Microsoft’s Innovative Teachers Forum (ITF) Awards.

02-AUG-10·	Pandor - SA needs to train more young scientists
	Posted by | SA
	Speaking at the launch of Gauteng Science Week at the University of Pretoria, Naledi Pandor said South Africa needs to produce more young scientists - creating public awareness about science, engineering and technology is her department’s key priority.

27-JUL-10·	2008-9 Recession curbed SA travel - StatsSA
	Posted by | SA
	There was a significant drop in the number of people traveling within South Africa between December 2008 and February 2009, attributed by Statistics South Africa to the effects of the economic downturn, also experienced internationally from 2008.

26-JUL-10·	Expo to promote SA’s indigenous knowledge
	Posted by | SA
	The Department of Science and Technology will host a week-long expo to raise public awareness and understanding of the Indigenous Knowledge System (IKS). The IKS Expo will be held under the theme: “Our indigenous knowledge, our pride, ulwazi lwethu ukuzigqaja kwethu.”

25-JUL-10·	World Cup an example of ‘excellent’ service
	Posted by | SA
	The recent success of the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa has provided an example of how the public sector can work together across spheres to deliver a world-class event, says Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe.

24-JUL-10·	World Cup’s boost for GDP higher than expected
	Posted by | SA
	Government estimates that the 2010 FIFA World Cup added a full percentage more to the country’s growth, when spending on stadiums and infrastructure was taken into account. Initially Government estimated that the World Cup would add 0.5 percentage points to annual growth this year.

20-JUL-10·	Clinton praises Zuma’s efforts against Aids
	Posted by | SA
	Former US President Bill Clinton has praised President Jacob Zuma at the international AIDS conference in Vienna, Austria, saying that South Africa was no longer a “pariah in the fight against AIDS”.

20-JUL-10·	World Cup has shown SA how to deliver
	Posted by | SA
	The World Cup was “almost like a second liberation” for South Africa and has shown the world and the country’s citizens that South Africans can deliver a world class event, says LOC boss Danny Jordaan.

16-JUL-10·	SA to score from World Cup spin-offs
	Posted by | SA
	The month-long football frenzy might be over, but South Africans can be assured that some of the systems that added to its success will not be lost. Transport infrastructure, health, policing, justice, finance as well as immigration services were world-class, proving to the 1.4 million visitors who converged on our shores for the biggest sporting party ever that South Africa could deliver.

16-JUL-10·	Police to build on World Cup success
	Posted by | SA
	Senior police officials say the crime situation in the country will not be given a chance to go back to where it was before the 2010 World Cup. Policing cannot be on the same scale as was happening during the tournament, but definitely crime can't go back to the same level as it was happening before the World Cup said Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa.

14-JUL-10·	Government & business to hold Lekgotla
	Posted by | SA
	Government, in collaboration with the business sector, is planning a lekgotla that will look into how best the country can take advantage of the positive opportunities created by the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

14-JUL-10·	SA & Cyprus seal police cooperation deal to fight crime
	Posted by | SA
	Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa and Cyprus High Commissioner Argyros Antoniou have signed a deal that will see the fight against crime boosted in the two countries.

13-JUL-10·	SA citizens “true stars” of the World Cup - Zuma
	Posted by | SA
	The people of South Africa were the “true stars” of the World Cup, after they united to prove that South Africa was capable of hosting a world class event.

13-JUL-10·	SA an example for Africa - Blatter
	Posted by | SA
	FIFA President, Sepp Blatter, has given South Africa 9 out of 10 for organising a successful World Cup.

13-JUL-10·	Well done organizers, South Africans - Sacci
	Posted by | SA
	The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry has congratulated the people and organisers of the successful hosting of the first Soccer World Cup on African soil. We need now to turn our focus from Soccer World Cup 2010 to Opportunities 2010.

12-JUL-10·	World Cup brings in additional income
	Posted by | SA
	The World Cup has brought additional income earning opportunities boosting job creation, says Consumer Assist.

12-JUL-10·	International leaders sing SA praises
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa got the thumbs up for its role as host nation of the 2010 FIFA World Cup as international leaders sang the country’s praises. FIFA President Sepp Blatter was among the most vocal, describing the country and its citizens as role models while addressing the 1Goal Education for All Summit in Pretoria.

12-JUL-10·	Leaders unite to boost education
	Posted by | SA
	The lasting legacy of the first World Cup on African soil should be that of education. Addressing heads of state during the 1Goal: Education for All Summit in Pretoria, President Jacob Zuma said there was no greater legacy than that of education.

12-JUL-10·	Spain crowned World Cup champs
	Posted by | SA
	A late goal by Andres Inestia ensured the first ever World Cup victory for Spain as the La Roja battled it out with the Netherlands in the final of South Africa’s first ever FIFA World Cup on Sunday 11 July 2010.

11-JUL-10·	Zuma praises SA for hosting successful World Cup
	Posted by | SA
	Government will soon launch a programme to thank South Africans for the role they played in making the World Cup successful.

10-JUL-10·	Use World Cup income for development-Jordaan
	Posted by | SA
	World Cup organising committee boss Danny Jordaan called on the South African Football Association (SAFA) to use the millions of rands generated by the tournament to develop grass roots soccer in South Africa.

10-JUL-10·	World Cup instilled national pride- Zuma
	Posted by | SA
	The hosting of the FIFA World Cup has effectively rebranded South Africa, transforming perceptions of the country's capacity and instilling immense national pride, says President Jacob Zuma.

10-JUL-10·	SA Brazil Strategic Partnership Agreement includes education and skills development
	Posted by | SA
	SA and Brazil have also agreed to deepen cooperation in areas such as: trade and industry, science and technology, agriculture and rural development, arts and culture, defence, education and skills development, health, sport and recreation, tourism, water and environmental affairs.

09-JUL-10·	SA’s Olympics hopes get Blatter’s backing
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa’s looming bid to host the Olympic Games in 2020 got a major boost on Thursday after FIFA President Sepp Blatter publicly said he will fully back the country’s endeavor to host the world’s second largest sporting event.

08-JUL-10·	Chinese companies urged to invest in SA mining
	Posted by | SA
	Trade and Industry Minister Rob Davies is calling on Chinese companies to invest in South African mining. Davies was speaking at China-South Africa Business Seminar in Shanghai, where he called on companies to invest in mining beneficiation, capital equipment and metal sectors.

08-JUL-10·	Peruvian nationals arrested for theft
	Posted by | SA
	Swift action by police has seen two Peruvian nationals, believed to be part of an international syndicate robbing tourists at malls, ATMs and restaurants during the World Cup. Eastern Cape police are now on the hunt for the remaining four men they believe are also part of the syndicate.

08-JUL-10·	Gordhan to meet AG, Scopa over 2010 ticket saga
	Posted by | SA
	Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan is to meet with the Auditor-General as well as the chairman of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) over purchases of World Cup tickets by government and its entities.

07-JUL-10·	LOC promises “colourful” closing ceremony
	Posted by | SA
	A combination of fireworks and the latest light effects technology will mark the closing ceremony of the FIFA World Cup on Sunday night, organisers said. The ceremony, to be broadcast to millions of TV viewers world-wide, will take place at Soccer City Stadium from 18:30.

06-JUL-10·	World Cup shows SA key world player
	Posted by | SA
	Addressing international portfolio managers, President Jacob Zuma stated that the World Cup has helped to market the country as a key world player, and urged that they investigate the country's many investment opportunities. He also called for a change in the election of IMF and World Bank heads.

06-JUL-10·	Over a million visit SA
	Posted by | SA
	Over a million visitors have come through South Africa’s gates from 1 June to 1 July 2010 - 1 020 321 compared to the 819 495 in the same period last year representing an increase of 25 percent, says the Department of Home Affairs.

02-JUL-10·	Angela merkel to attend quarter-final
	Posted by | SA
	The presence of German chancellor, Angela Merkel, in the quarter-final clash between her country and Argentina will be a major boost to the German players, says team captain, Philipp Lahm.

02-JUL-10·	SA leading managers 2010
	Posted by | SA
	The very best of South Africa’s management talent is being sought for SA’s Leading Managers, the top annual multimedia campaign that communicates leadership and organisational achievements.

02-JUL-10·	UN endorses Mandela Day
	Posted by | SA
	International Relations Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane has announced that the United Nations will hold a special session on 18 July, to mark Nelson Mandela International Day and that President Jacob Zuma will pay a State Visit to Russia in August 2010.

02-JUL-10·	Blatter commends SA for hospitality
	Posted by | SA
	FIFA President Sepp Blatter has commended the people of South Africa for the hospitality shown towards visitors who descended on the country for the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

02-JUL-10·	SARS promises smooth 2010 tax season
	Posted by | SA
	The 2010 tax season promises to be a smooth one for loyal taxpayers, but those who have been evading the taxman are in for some nasty surprises - money will be taken from their salaries and bank accounts, if they do not sort out their taxes in the coming months.

02-JUL-10·	FIFA shows racism red card
	Posted by | SA
	FIFA will use the World Cup quarter-final matches to fight racism in football and has called on the billions of people around the world to support the campaign which starts on 2 July 2010.

02-JUL-10·	International visitors flock to SA
	Posted by | SA
	Airline liaison officers deployed by the Home Affairs Department at airports in Amsterdam, Dubai, Frankfurt, Hong Kong, Lagos, London, Mumbai and Nairobi had weeded out 180 passengers and prevented them from entering South Africa. Almost 1 million foreign nationals visited South Africa during June 2010, including 24 serving and former Heads of State and Government.

30-JUN-10·	Limpopo police proud of safe World Cup
	Posted by | SA
	The final game in Polokwane was played at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on 24 June 2010 and Limpopo police say they are proud to have delivered a safe and secure 2010 FIFA World Cup in the province.

30-JUN-10·	Trespassing English fan pays price
	Posted by | SA
	British soccer fan Joseph Pavlos’ legal woes in South Africa are officially over after he paid a fine for trespassing into the English team’s dressing room. According to police spokeswoman Brigadier Sally de Beer, Joseph paid an admission of guilt fine of R750. The journalist accused of "orchestrating the security breach had his case adjourned until 7 July 2010.

30-JUN-10·	FIFA support development football
	Posted by | SA
	FIDA has committed more the $70million (about R560 million) towards the development of football in Africa since South Africa was announced as a winning bidder in 2004. 53 football turfs are being built across the African continent as part of the “win in Africa with Africa” initiative.

30-JUN-10·	Trophy theft and journalist set-up
	Posted by | SA
	The World Cup has given the Police some interesting challenges: they are investigating the theft of seven replic trophies - although there are no signs of break-ins at the office; and the apparent desperation of a British journalist to obtain a "bad security" story, by setting up a dressing room invasion.

29-JUN-10·	Dressing room security breach was “orchestrated”
	Posted by | SA
	Simon Wright, a reporter with the UK Sunday Mirror, who had published articles before the World Cup raising concerns about SA security, was arrested by SA police for defeating the ends of justice and flouting provisions of the Immigration Act. He allegedly “orchestrated” the incident at the Cape Town Stadium, where British fan Pavlos Joseph trespassed into the English team’s dressing room. “Police strongly believe the motive was to put the World Cup security in a bad light."

29-JUN-10·	World Cup finals now police priority
	Posted by | SA
	With the security success of the opening ceremony and high profile matches behind them, police are now preparing for the last major test of the 2010 FIFA World Cup – the final match and closing ceremony. Importantly, Commissioner Cele believes that the money, training and methodology used to prepare for the World Cup will be sustainable - policing will continue at the same speed and intensity.

29-JUN-10·	SA’s soccer history on display
	Posted by | SA
	The Bloemfontein National Museum’s soccer showpiece is attracting numerous visitors, both local and international, as every visitor is taken by the rich culture and history of soccer in the Free State and South Africa.

28-JUN-10·	High-risk patients urged to get shots
	Posted by | SA
	The Department of Health has urged high-risk patients to visit their nearest public health facility to get vaccinated against H1N1 influenza. People who are diabetic, pregnant or have HIV and AIDS are urged to go to any public facility to be vaccinated - the department is still continuing with its vaccination campaign for H1N1 influenza for all people at risk, as a preventative measure.

28-JUN-10·	Football for Hope centres on track
	Posted by | SA
	As one of the major legacy initiatives of the FIFA 2010 World Cup legacy, football body FIFA says it is on track to roll out about 20 Football for Hope centres across Africa after this year’s World Cup.

28-JUN-10·	S Africans can hold heads high
	Posted by | SA
	“Our participation in the matches saw us shine as gallant, but fair fighters. We did not make it to the final 16, but we can all hold our heads high after our performances both on and off the field.” Reporting on the statement from the Nelson Mandela Foundation.

27-JUN-10·	Fan Fests attract 3 million in two weeks
	Posted by | SA
	FIFA local and international Fan Fest venues have attracted 3 million fans since the start of the World Cup in South Africa two weeks ago.

26-JUN-10·	SA surpasses all expectations and targets - now future "Plan B"
	Posted by | SA
	In the preparation to the World Cup, the media of many countries - notably the English language press - suggested that SA weren't able to host the World Cup and there was talk of a Plan B, where Australia would step in. Could that have been wishful thinking by the many ex-South Africans in Australia? Now after it surpasses all expectations and targets, there are jokes that SA is the future FIFA Plan B. Read on.....

25-JUN-10·	Counterfeit World Cup goods dent South African economy
	Posted by | SA
	INTA announced this month that imports of counterfeit World Cup clothing to South Africa have blighted the country’s textile industry. INTA drew upon figures from the South African Clothing and Textile Workers Union (SACTWU), which indicate that 14,400 jobs have been cut in the country’s textile sector over the past year as a result of World Cup fakes.

25-JUN-10·	LOC urges S Africans to support Ghana
	Posted by | SA
	The Local Organising Committee (LOC) urged South Africans to rally behind Ghana as the West African country takes on the United States in one of the crucial last sixteen matches.

25-JUN-10·	Zuma in Canada for G20 summit
	Posted by | SA
	President Jacob Zuma and Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan are in Canada for the G20 summit that will look at the state of the world’s economic affairs.

25-JUN-10·	SA to score diplomatic goals with Brazil
	Posted by | SA
	Uniting business and pleasure, Brazilian President Lula da Silva who will arrive in South Africa on 7 July 2010, will also use the occasion as a State Visit. International Relations Director-General, Ayanda Ntsaluba told a media briefing that Brazil shares close bilateral relations with South Africa.

23-JUN-10·	SA’s economy can be more effective - Gordhan
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa has to reposition itself in a way that it becomes more competitive, says Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan.

23-JUN-10·	Major boost for SA economy during World Cup
	Posted by | SA
	The South African economy is receiving a massive boost from international tourists who are in the country for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. This is according to the latest new card holder spending data from Visa.

22-JUN-10·	Noah kids to get a slice of Durban’s action
	Posted by | SA
	Twelve teenagers from a local charity organisation will receive an unforgettable slice of the 2010 FIFA World Cup action, when they carry the national flags of the competing nations onto the field ahead of the Nigeria vs Korea match tonight in Durban.

22-JUN-10·	Cape shows first signs of World Cup economic success
	Posted by | SA
	Initial surveys and research show that Cape Town restaurants, informal traders, hotels and shopping malls are experiencing better than usual business over the winter period, as foreign football fans are flocking to the city for the biggest soccer tourney.

21-JUN-10·	Thousands flock to SA for World Cup
	Posted by | SA
	More than 456 000 international visitors have poured into South Africa in the first seven days of the FIFA World Cup. This number shows an increase of 32 percent visitors into the country than in the same period in the previous year, and organisers believe more football loving fans are still to come as the tournament gets more exciting.

21-JUN-10·	Strict security for Nigerian player after death threats
	Posted by | SA
	Police will keep a close eye on Nigerian soccer player Sani Kaita and maintain strict security measures after the midfielder allegedly received death threats.

21-JUN-10·	British police invest in SA children
	Posted by | SA
	UK police brought with them more than just their expertise when they came to South Africa to help with the policing of the FIFA World Cup. The delegation also saw their visit to the country as an opportunity to add value to the lives of South African children.

21-JUN-10·	Must Read Instructions: How to keep our flag flying :)
	Posted by | SA
	or Bafana fans who have been struggling to find a way to “fly the flag” after the team’s loss to Uruguay, our Government has listed 22 ways in which they can keep the flag proudly in the air - some of them patriotic, some funny and the rest just common sense. A must read list.

20-JUN-10·	World Cup ‘turning point’ for South Africa
	Posted by | SA
	As the 2010 FIFA World Cup unfolds in South Africa, the international community is not only watching the action on the pitch; they are also witnessing a South Africa that is continuing to emerge as a competitive 21st century economy, says consulting firm Deloitte.

20-JUN-10·	SA a hit with Orange army
	Posted by | SA
	Dutch fans are not only ecstatic about their teams performance; they're enchanted by Durban and its wonderful weather,the good beer and the "very pretty" girls; and the female fans are not only enthusiastic about Rafael van der Vaart's appearance, but also that: "no one here gets violent about the soccer like back home".

20-JUN-10·	Bafana fan attempts to break World Record
	Posted by | SA
	Avid Bafana Bafana supporter, Thulani Ngcobo, wants to break the Guinness World Record by attending 38 games of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

20-JUN-10·	SA to showcase unique culture
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa and other African countries are using the four week-long World football tournament to showcase their unique culture. Arts and Culture Minister, Lulu Xingwana, said her department has funded 22 projects to showcase South Africa's and the rest of the continent's culture to international tourists.

17-JUN-10·	Bafana’s performance must not dampen SA spirit
	Posted by | SA
	South Africans have been urged to shrug off the disappointment of Bafana Bafana’s loss to Uruguay and instead focus on the success of the world’s biggest sporting event

17-JUN-10·	Retail trade sales increase in April
	Posted by | SA
	Retail trade sales in April increased by 3.2 percent year-on-year - Statistics South Africa (Stats SA). Nedbank economist Isaac matshego expects that: "Retail sales are likely to continue expanding during the remainder of this year as consumer spending improves further".

17-JUN-10·	FIFA and LOC liable for Security Guards fiasco
	Posted by | SA
	"FIFA and the Local Organising Committee are fully responsible for the fiasco that is unfolding with regard to the employment of security workers for the World Cup." This is the view of Jackson Simon, SATAWU National Coordinator for the Security Sector. For the full statement:

17-JUN-10·	Metrorail apologises for train delays
	Posted by | SA
	Gauteng Metrorail has apologised to all the fans who were onboard the two trains that experienced power failures last night after the match between Bafana and Uruguay.

17-JUN-10·	LOC impressed as visitors flock to SA
	Posted by | SA
	Organisers of this year’s FIFA World Cup have described the latest figures pointing to an increase in the number of people visiting South Africa since the beginning of the month as encouraging.

17-JUN-10·	Bafana disappoints at Loftus
	Posted by | SA
	Bafana Bafana’s hopes of progressing to the next round of the 2010 FIFA World Cup were dashed when they suffered a disappointing 3-nil defeat in the hands of Uruguay on Wednesday evening.

16-JUN-10·	Gauteng fires up party spirit
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa’s smallest province, Gauteng, has welcomed the world’s football fans with open arms - not only with the spectacular matches that are being played in the province’s stadiums, but with the fanatical festivities that have been lined up. For the duration of the 2010 World Cup, the province has set up several entertainment precincts in Tshwane, Ekurhuleni, Metsweding, West Rand and Sedibeng to present and co-ordinate live performances from local and international musicians.

16-JUN-10·	SA World Cup attendance outstrips Germany
	Posted by | SA
	After 11 matches, spectator attendance to Africa’s first FIFA World Cup is slightly higher than that of Germany in 2006, figures released by FIFA on Tuesday showed. Since the start of the tournament, South Africa has recorded an average attendance of 53 019 while Germany stood at 52 019 for the same period.

16-JUN-10·	Soccer giants fight for Golden Boot
	Posted by | SA
	When you have all of the world’s top footballers in one tournament, the quest for the Golden Boot award in the 2010 FIFA World Cup can become a ferocious fight. The golden boot award goes to the top scorer of the tournament and was first handed out in the 1930 World Cup.

16-JUN-10·	Man arrested for bomb threat at Fan Fest
	Posted by | SA
	A Cape Town soccer fan, who told security officials at a Fan Fest that he had a bomb in his bag, has been arrested and charged. Police said 32-year-old Simphiwe Mshweshwe refused to be searched when he entered the main entrance of the Fan Fest at the Grand Parade and instead told security personnel and police that there was a bomb in his back pack.

16-JUN-10·	Royal two to grace England-Algeria match
	Posted by | SA
	Princes William and Harry will cheer on England when they take on Algeria in Cape Town. William, 27, and Harry, 25, will take to the stands at Cape Town's impressive Green Point stadium to watch England in their second Group C match.

15-JUN-10·	Italy disappoint in group opener
	Posted by | SA
	Despite dominating most of last night’s rain-filled game, Italy’s popular Azurris missed several attempts at goal to notch up their first victory at the 2010 World Cup, and had to settle for a one-all draw in their group-opening match against Paraguay.

15-JUN-10·	Japan stuns Cameroon
	Posted by | SA
	Japan stunned African favourites Cameroon with a 1-nil win at the Mangaung Stadium. One day after celebrating his 24th birthday Keisuke Honda made Japan proud 6 minutes from half time.

14-JUN-10·	Germany gives Socceroos a thrashing
	Posted by | SA
	Germany became the top goal scorers in their group, after they humiliated Australia 4-nil at their opening Group D match at the Moses Mabhida Stadium.

14-JUN-10·	Use public transport for World Cup games
	Posted by | SA
	Transport Minister Sibusiso Ndebele has urged all football fans attending 2010 FIFA World Cup matches to use public transport. “Public transport forms the backbone of transport plans for the 2010 FIFA World Cup. Government has invested more than R40 billion on public transport for this tournament.

14-JUN-10·	Passengers flock to get on board Gautrain
	Posted by | SA
	Passengers flocked to get on board the Gautrain this weekend to see what the rage has been all about since it began operations last week. “A tsunami of about 40 000 passengers were carried on Saturday and Sunday as many Gautengers used it for a fun family outing.

14-JUN-10·	South Africans urged to donate blood
	Posted by | SA
	The Nelson Mandela Foundation has urged South Africans to take a few minutes of their time to donate blood this month in honour of Nelson Mandela’s 67 years of service to humanity. Today marks World Blood Donor Day and June is National Blood Donor Month in South Africa.

14-JUN-10·	Police continue crackdown on World Cup trouble-makers
	Posted by | SA
	Reacting to information received from the Crime Intelligence Division, South African Police intercepted and detained a British citizen at OR Tambo International Airport. The 42-year-old who has a history of inciting racially motivated violence, posed a threat to public order, and has been refused entry and sent home. 11 Argentinian football hooligans were also detained and returned home.

14-JUN-10·	Swift justice awaits criminals
	Posted by | SA
	Criminals who think they can terrorise fans and visitors during the 2010 FIFA World Cup, need not make any mistake that their actions will be met with swift justice, warns Police Minister Nathi Mthethwa.

14-JUN-10·	Banks extend hours during World Cup
	Posted by | SA
	South African banks support foreign visitors by extending opening hours, providing foreign language speakers and a language translation service, and a call centre to assist visitors.

14-JUN-10·	FIFA & Roger Milla unite to fight Malaria
	Posted by | SA
	Cameroonian football legend Roger Milla and FIFA team up in a campaign inspired by the first FIFA World Cup in Africa - to end Malaria deaths in Africa by 2015. Malaria is a disease caused by parasites and is transmitted to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Malaria is preventable and treatable, but continues to kill a child every 30 seconds and overall nearly one million people each year.

14-JUN-10·	Record TV audience for opening World Cup match
	Posted by | SA
	The Opening Game of the 2010 FIFA World Cup between hosts South Africa and Mexico drew a record TV audience in recent history of sports viewing in South Africa, data made available to FIFA showed.

14-JUN-10·	Ghana beat Serbia 1-nil
	Posted by | SA
	Ghana beat the number 15th ranked Serbia 1-nil in a tense and enthralling Group D match at Loftus Stadium on Sunday. After a goal-less first half Ghana emerged stronger in the second half. Taking a penalty following a hand ball by substitute Zdravko Kuzmanovic, Asamoah Gyan did not make a mistake and put the Ghanaians on the lead.

14-JUN-10·	England goalie shatters country’s glory
	Posted by | SA
	A tense yet fair-minded opening match between England and the USA ended in a 1-1 draw at the Royal Bafokeng stadium as a result of a serious blunder made by England’s goalie.

14-JUN-10·	Durban PVAs rock
	Posted by | SA
	Skills development practitioners are well versed in acronyms - now we have a new one to add to our list "PVA" - no, not paint, but Public Viewing Area - and they are proving to be a very successful feature of this World Cup.

14-JUN-10·	FIFA investigations into empty seats underway
	Posted by | SA

14-JUN-10·	Super Eagles failed to fly
	Posted by | SA
	Argentina got their World Cup campaign off to a flying perfect start when they defeated Nigeria 1-nil at Coca-Cola Park Stadium.

14-JUN-10·	FIFA vows to be tough on doping
	Posted by | SA
	World football body FIFA has warned against doping at this year’s World Cup in South Africa. At a media briefing FIFA’s chief medical officer Prof. Jiri Dvorak said the organisation has stepped up its out-of-competition and in-competition testing programme which has been designed based on statistics and risk assessment of doping in football.

14-JUN-10·	Stadium Behaviour: The rules made easy
	Posted by | SA
	There are a number of rules that govern what fans can bring into the 10 stadiums, which will host the 2010 FIFA World Cup. A general list of prohibited items has been listed in the official 2010 FIFA World Cup Fan Guide and signage at the stadiums will remind fans of what they can and cannot bring into the stadium. In addition, there are a few other important points that they will have to note.

14-JUN-10·	SA must play leadership role – US vice president
	Posted by | SA
	US Vice-President visiting South Africa for the World Cup took the time to meet with Deputy president Kgalema Motlanthe. The US are encouraging South Africa to play a leadership role not only in Africa but also internationally.

14-JUN-10·	Bafana fan frenzy grips Durban
	Posted by | SA
	It might have been an ocean of yellow and green next to the warm Durban water but it was definitely one of our most rich and colourful moments in South African history. Durban hosted the parties of all parties in its recent years as a capacity crowd gathered at the FIFA Centre in New Beach to celebrate the opening of the World Cup.

14-JUN-10·	France, Uruguay game ends in goalless draw
	Posted by | SA
	Neither Uruguay nor France found the back of the net after squaring up in Cape Town today, as the second straight game in the World Cup ended last night without a result. France, ranked 10th by FIFA, had a good chance of winning last night against Uruguay, ranked 18 by Fifa, but disappointed French fans slated the performance of their team with some branding the match as “boring”.

12-JUN-10·	More than just a game
	Posted by | SA

12-JUN-10·	Zuma dedicates World Cup to Madiba
	Posted by | SA
	President Jacob Zuma has dedicated the 2010 FIFA World Cup to South Africa’s icon, Nelson Mandela. Zuma said Mandela had worked tirelessly to ensure that South Africa won the rights to host the tournament and that the former president was an inspiration to South Africans and the world.

12-JUN-10·	Travel tips for fans during World Cup
	Posted by | SA
	The Airport Company South Africa (ACSA) recently issued travel tips to air travellers during the World Cup. Travellers are cautioned to note restrictions on what items may be carried on board so as to avoid inconvenience or delays when passing through security checkpoints.

11-JUN-10·	It is here! Viva Bafana Bafana, Viva!
	Posted by | SA
	COSATU General Secretary Zwelinzima Vavi has sent a message to the South African National Coach Carlos Alberto Parreira, and the technical team, and Captain, Aaron Mokoena, and Bafana-Bafana players.

11-JUN-10·	SACP wishes Bafana Bafana well when they tackle Maxico
	Posted by | SA
	The SACP wishes Bafana Bafana well for the opening game of the 2010 World Cup against Mexico and congratulates the LOC for their readiness and the workers for their contribution and sterling work in producing infrastructure which will benefit the ordinary people of our country.

11-JUN-10·	Bafana’s confidence will improve
	Posted by | SA
	Bafana Bafana coach Carlos Alberto Parreira believes the national squad will be more confident in their remaining Group A matches - now that they are through with their nerve-wracking Opening Match of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

11-JUN-10·	Jordaan hails opening match
	Posted by | SA
	2010 boss Danny Jordaan, has hailed “the incredible atmosphere and spectacular football” in the historic tournament’s opening match played in front of 84 490 fans at Soccer City stadium.

11-JUN-10·	Govt praises Bafana, fans
	Posted by | SA
	Government has congratulated Bafana Bafana on their performance against Mexico and the people of South Africa for the organised and professional manner in which they came to the historic Opening Match of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

11-JUN-10·	Bafana, Mexico draw in World Cup opener
	Posted by | SA
	Hosts Bafana Bafana held a much stronger Mexican side to an enthralling 1-1 draw, and made the South African nation proud - in a spectacular Opening Match of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

11-JUN-10·	Soccer fever grips Pretoria
	Posted by | SA
	Despite the cold weather, Pretorians are feeling it – and living it. Graynor Simons and his friend Thanyani Nethathe have put their cultural differences aside to show support for South Africa's national team in the opening match of the FIFA World Cup, later today.

11-JUN-10·	Mandela will not attend Opening Ceremony
	Posted by | SA
	Former President Nelson Mandela will not attend the Opening Ceremony of the 2010 FIFA World Cup this afternoon. This Mandela Foundation spokesperson advised that Mandela had learnt of the tragic death of his 13-year-old great-granddaughter and it would be “inappropriate for him to attend the ceremony” as he was in mourning. The Nelson Mandela Foundation said on Friday morning that the grand-daughter of the former President’s daughter Zinzi Mandela, Zenani, 13, had died in a car crash.

11-JUN-10·	Wait over for SA
	Posted by | SA
	The wait is finally over for South Africa. It’s now only a matter of hours left until football’s biggest showpiece gets underway in Johannesburg’s magnificent Soccer City stadium.

11-JUN-10·	Opening Ceremony dazzles
	Posted by | SA
	After six years of waiting, the much anticipated 2010 FIFA World Cup - the first to be held on African soil - opened at 2pm, with all the promised pomp, splendour and colour.

03-JUN-10·	Ke Nako! OC ready to welcome the world
	Posted by | SA
	During a final meeting in Johannesburg ahead of the tournament, the Organising Committee’s Board of Directors maintained that they have delivered on their promises and stand ready to welcome international fans to enjoy the World Cup. LOC chairman, Dr Irvin Khoza said: “What we have promised, we have delivered!.”

03-JUN-10·	Blatter to open broadcast centre
	Posted by | SA
	FIFA President Sepp Blatter will officially open the R978-million International Broadcasting Centre (IBC) situated near the Johannesburg Soccer City Stadium. The world class facility is expected to house more than 500 broadcasters who will transmit World Cup images to billions of viewers in over 214 countries across the world. The South African Broadcasting Corporation remains the official broadcaster of the tournament.

03-JUN-10·	SA eyes stronger ties with India
	Posted by | SA
	India has a market of 1.1 billion people, and has had a “phenomenal growth story” which local business should take advantage of says Dawie Roodt, an economist with the Efficient Group. President Zuma is leading a trade delegation looking into this “vast untapped” potential for trade between the two countries.

02-JUN-10·	Eskom reports R3.6 billion profit
	Posted by | SA
	Power parastatal Eskom has shown a return to profitability, reporting a net profit of R3.6 billion in its reviewed preliminary annual results for the year ending 31 March.

02-JUN-10·	Good ticket sales for Bafana, Denmark friendly
	Posted by | SA
	Tickets for the international friendly between Bafana Bafana and fellow World Cup qualifier Denmark at Super Stadium in Tshwane, Atteridgeville, on Saturday are selling fast.

02-JUN-10·	Blatter hails SA’s iconic stadia
	Posted by | SA
	FIFA president Sepp Blatter says South Africa should be proud of producing world class soccer stadia for the 2010 World Cup, adding that the facilities will ensure a lasting legacy for the country long after the final whistle is blown.

23-MAY-10·	SA’s economic productivity continues to improve
	Posted by | SA
	Despite the impact of the global economic and financial crises last year, South Africa’s economic competitiveness has improved for two years in a row.

09-MAR-10·	Light at the end of South Africa’s economic tunnel
	Posted by | SA
	Despite seemingly endless media reports about ongoing global economic hardship, downsizing and pressure on markets, and whilst many predict a long and arduous road to recovery for many industries and sectors, one local entrepreneur is optimistic about South Africa’s ability to successfully negotiate through the financial and economic obstacles that lie ahead.

09-FEB-10·	Unemployment rate remains virtually unchanged
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa’s unemployment rate in the fourth quarter of 2009 remained virtually unchanged at 24.3 percent, says Statistics South Africa (Stats SA).

20-OCT-09·	SA banks more competitive
	Posted by | SA
	South Africa is ranked 45th out of 134 countries in the World Economic Forum's (WEF) recently released Global Competitiveness Index for 2009/10. While this is the same position it held in 2008/09, the country's banking system soared in the rankings, from 24th to fifth in the world.

27-NOV-08·	Passion and purpose go hand-in-hand
	Posted by | SA
	The ONLY way to make real money -- and this is something I know a great deal about, having built 12 different businesses -- is to be passionate about what you do. Anything else is simply posing, as passion does not punch a time clock.

30-JUN-08·	Careers in Credit – Debt Counsellor
	Posted by | SA
	Currently there are 294 debt counselors registered in South Africa, having to cater for over 22 000 individuals who have already sought the help of these debt counselors. This shortage could mean debt counselors will be stretched to their limits to help any added consumers

17-MAR-08·	Move on, and forget their past
	Posted by | SA
	The racism issue is a very difficult one to address in SA today. The fact is that addressing racism need not be a painful, explosive experience, best left untouched. With the right facilitation and attitude, it can be the most creative, constructive and encouraging process any organisation decides to embark upon.

18-OCT-05·	SA economic target is achievable, says Mbeki
	Posted by | SA
	President Thabo Mbeki says the country's target of growing the economy by six percent by the year 2014 is achievable.

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