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Representatives of the automotive aftermarket and related industries converged on the National Exhibition Centre, Nasrec, Johannesburg on 5 September 2023, for the announcement of the winner of the Automechanika Johannesburg 2023 Innovation Awards. The ultimate accolade in the coveted competition went to Strategic Fulfilment Branch Mapping, developed by Motus Aftermarket Parts, in partnership with Swedish-based …
Discovery has today announced the launch of Discovery Green, a renewable energy platform that connects businesses across South Africa to affordable, renewable power generated by utility-scale renewable plants. The Discovery Green renewable energy platform will operate through a process called “wheeling”. Energy is generated at the most efficient locations in the country and “wheeled” to …
Pretoria, 5 September 2023: Defender is celebrating Rugby World Cup 2023 and the spirit of achieving more with the introduction of a Rugby World Cup 2023 Limited Edition. As worldwide partner, the exclusive set of just 23 unique vehicles have been introduced to the French market, inspiring Defender brand enthusiasts to embrace the impossible with …
Pullman Cape Town City Centre, the first property under the Pullman Hotels & Resorts brand in South Africa, has found residence in the prestigious Triangle House – an architecturally acclaimed skyscraper standing tall at 104 metres, a vantage point from which guests are treated to awe-inspiring vistas of Table Mountain, the Atlantic Ocean, and of …
As part of this year’s #CodeLikeaGirl programme, Vodacom is launching a hybrid coding boot camp from 2-6 October 2023 for young women aged between 14 and 18 years old. The on-site training will be hosted at 19 Schools of Excellence across the country, with virtual training accessible to all female learners who meet the criteria. …
New vehicle sales stumbled in August, showing the first potential signs of strain amidst economic headwinds. The market has performed resiliently despite tightening household budgets, low business and consumer confidence, and impact of the energy crisis among other factors. According to figures released by naamsa | the Automotive Business Council, SA’s new vehicle sales fell …
PredictWind, the world leader in marine forecasting, has introduced an updated DataHub, showcasing its commitment to providing mariners with more. More features, more connectivity, increased safety. Enhanced GPS Tracking: When it comes to offshore safety, detail counts. The DataHub uses high-quality GPS data, ensuring that mariners receive the most precise location details, no matter where …
PRETORIA, SOUTH AFRICA, 31 August 2023 – The 2nd of September marks International Vulture Awareness Day, and the Ford Wildlife Foundation (FWF) is supporting an innovative initiative to protect our region’s biodiversity through environmental education, research, and conservation projects across Sub-Saharan Africa. At the core of their mission is the locally assembled Ford Ranger Double …
Johannesburg, 30 August 2023: OMODA, the new premium, modern vehicle brand, made a resounding impact at this year’s Festival of Motoring, leaving attendees excited and eagerly anticipating what’s next from this innovative powerhouse. As one of the most anticipated events in South Africa’s automotive calendar, The Festival of Motoring, held over the past weekend at …
By Marius Wessels, Manager: Professional Services for SYSPRO Africa By the year 2050, the global population is projected to surpass 9 billion, presenting a substantial challenge in ensuring an adequate food supply for everyone. Addressing this imperative, the agricultural sector must undergo a remarkable transformation, aiming to increase production by approximately 69% from 2010 to …
Johannesburg [August 29, 2023] – Vertiv (NYSE: VRT), a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions, has announced the local availability in Africa of the Vertiv™ SmartCabinet™ 2, a self-contained micro data centre for edge computing applications, including banking and financial institutes, warehousing, education, government, and retail customers. The SmartCabinet™ 2 offers the …
The explosive rise of generative AI has shifted the enterprise landscape, putting AI at the top of every CEO’s agenda. However, as with the advent of the internet, excitement around this transformational technology brings with it uncertainty around how it will fit cohesively into our existing environments. It also brings a fear of the unknown: …
Op-Ed by Michelle Geraghty, Business Development Head at FNB Business Advisory: Business succession planning is often an overlooked aspect of leadership for many business owners, most of whom tend to consider it only when retirement is imminent and the need to hand over the reins becomes apparent. Regrettably, even when the need to identify a …
JOHANNESBURG – During women’s month, Mitsubishi Motors South Africa celebrated the many women that form part of their critical staff compliment. A key strategy within the Mitsubishi Motors South Africa business is their commitment to empowering and elevating women within their organisation “At Mitsubishi Motors South Africa we pride ourselves in the fact that we …
The sixth Festival of Motoring, powered by WesBank, kicked off this week with the customary Media Day, where local automotive journalists were given an insider’s perspective of the Festival and the automotive industry in general. As a key theme during his keynote address, Ghana Msibi, WesBank CEO, highlighted several significant trends that are shaping the …
Famous Brands, which owns some of South Africa’s best known food brands, is fighting youth unemployment and changing young peoples’ lives – one cup of coffee at a time. Together with the Youth Employment Service (YES), the company’s Brewing a Better Future programme has already given more than 210 previously unemployed youth the chance to …
Midrand, 24 August 2023 – Stellantis brands are getting ready to engage with visitors at this year’s Festival of Motoring (FOM), which takes place at the Kyalami Grand Prix circuit this Friday 25 August 2023. One of South Africa’s largest importers and global automotive giant is pulling out all the stops to wow visitors to …
Every two years, over 100 suppliers in the industrial sector gather under one roof to showcase their products, equipment and services to the local market in KwaZulu-Natal. This year’s KZN Industrial Technology Exhibition (KITE) took place from 18-20 July, where providers were exposed to the region’s largest gathering of industrial companies all seeking out their …
Pretoria, 22 August 2023: Range Rover House, the invitation-only experience which presents Range Rover’s vision of modern, sustainable luxury and design leadership, celebrates its return to Monterey, California with a reprise of the exquisitely crafted Range Rover SV Carmel Edition. Range Rover is one of the world’s foremost luxury brands, leading by example since 1970 …
Helping women to realise their potential is central to the vision of the Southern African Institute of Steel Construction (SAISC), which wants to see women participating at every level of the steel and engineering sectors. “Studies have shown that a diverse workforce and leadership fosters innovation and growth. South African universities are training record numbers …
The 15th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg will be powered by South Africa’s fastest-growing SUV brand. On Friday, 18 August Chery South Africa embarked on a partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) and the Department of Transport by providing luxury transport for senior delegates and visitors to this important international summit. As …
Pretoria, 18 August 2023: JLR has announced it is recruiting 300 new technicians and test engineers in the UK West Midlands. The roles will support the continued growth of Range Rover production and development of next generation electric models. Of the 300 roles, the UK-based luxury car manufacturer is recruiting around 100 maintenance technicians for …
Over the years, the image of a health and safety or SHEQ (Safety Health Environment and Quality) officer has become somewhat typecast: a middle-aged man in safety helmet and high-visibility jacket admonishing employees for breaking the rules will spring to many people’s minds. However, according to Carina Kleinhans Health, Safety and Environmental (HSE) Manager at …
FNB is proud to have been named South Africa’s Most Valuable Brand in the 2023 Kantar BrandZ Most Valuable South African Brands rankings. With an impressive brand value of $3,402 billion, this is the third time in four years that FNB has won the accolade. This year’s remarkable achievement comes on the back of FNB’s …
