Business Essentials

01/11/2023

🌿🖨️ Discover the Green Revolution in Printing! 🌍📄

In a rapidly changing world, sustainability is the new frontier, and the print industry's journey towards eco-consciousness is a remarkable source of inspiration. Overcoming decades of environmental challenges, this industry has embraced innovative solutions like plant-based inks and energy-efficient practices. Kyocera, a prominent player, leads the way with 100% renewable energy at key production sites.

This story is more than just a testament to the print industry's transformation; it's a powerful lesson for all sectors. Learn how the principles of energy efficiency, durability, and recyclability can be applied to make your business greener. Explore the circular economy and see how sustainability can drive growth and change the future. Don't miss this opportunity to unlock new possibilities for a harmonious coexistence of profitability and the planet. 🤝🌱🌎

Discover how the print industry is leading the way in sustainability, using plant-based inks and eco-friendly practices. Explore the green potential.

01/11/2023

Join us for an insightful discussion with Sasha Cook, Head of Sustainable Finance at Standard Bank, and Jeanne-Marie Fatti, Senior Manager of Energy & Infrastructure in Investment Banking. Discover the profound influence that the Standard Bank Group is exerting on South Africa and Africa's journey toward a more sustainable economy. We delve into the world of sustainable finance, exploring how Standard Bank is championing the just energy transition, addressing the substantial financial resources required for this transition, emphasizing the role of transition finance in greener economies, and exploring the exciting possibilities of decentralized energy. Don't miss out on this engaging conversation! 💚🌍

Sasha Cook Standard Bank's Head of Sustainable Finance and Jeanne-Marie Fatti, Senior Manager: Energy & Infrastructure - Investment Banking discuss the sign...

19/06/2023

Digicloud Africa presents an exciting video about digital natives and their unique approach to business!

Join us as we explore how digital natives perceive technology as the very foundation of their organizations. They lead the way with cutting-edge technology, utilizing it to create immense scale and deliver unparalleled customer value.

In this video, we'll delve into the core differentiators that set digital natives apart from traditional businesses. Discover how their entire strategy revolves around leveraging technology in innovative ways.

Watch the video now to gain valuable insights into the world of digital natives and witness the transformative power of technology in action!

Together, let's unlock the potential of technology and embrace a future driven by digital innovation!

Digicloud Africa views digital natives as organisations that view technology as the foundation of their business. They lead with technology and use it to bui...

13/06/2023

Unlock the power of ChromeOS and revolutionize your organization's devices with enhanced performance, heightened security, and streamlined management. According to Nick Treurnicht from Digicloud Africa, Chrome OS Flex expands beyond Chromebooks, empowering laptops and desktops to embrace Google Workspace's innovative work methods. Seamlessly transition your existing fleet into cost-effective Chrome devices and leverage the extensive capabilities of Chrome Browser Cloud Management and Cameyo Virtual Application Delivery. Embrace the modern way of working with Chrome OS and unlock a world of possibilities for your business.

Switching to ChromeOS can allow IT to transform the organisation’s devices into a fleet that delivers better performance, lower cost and improved security and management. So says Nick Treurnicht, Google Certified Professional Collaboration Engineer & G Suite Deployment Specialist at Digicloud Afri...

13/06/2023

Discover the visionary world of Sybrin South Africa as CEO Karabo Moloko unravels their remarkable journey. Explore the company's recent expansions, cutting-edge initiatives, and groundbreaking products. With a profound understanding of intricate solutions and over 30 years of expertise, Sybrin revolutionizes financial services, insurance, and telecommunications through their dynamic Sybrin Platform. Experience the future of technology with their transformative low-code approach.

Business Essentials

09/05/2023

Financial Mail Green Economy explores the green transition in South Africa, discussing topics such as renewable energy, sustainable transport, and green finance. The issue features insights from experts in these fields and highlights the latest developments in the country's green economy

For too long, Africa has been a spectator on the global stage. But thanks to our thriving agricultural sector and vast natural resources, one could argue that we’ve always been green. The challenge is finding and maintaining a link to skills development, so that the environment’s gain is also ou...

10/02/2023

The upcoming Business Day Focus 4.0 half day conference will provide a fascinating lens into South Africa’s digital economy. Join the discussion | Register your in-person or virtual ticket at: https://bit.ly/3YBDbEy



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04/11/2022

Trying to achieve a work-life balance can be trying at times, what if integration is the answer? Would it work for you?
Wellness Warehouse

Tired of trying – in vain – to achieve some semblance of work-life balance? Perhaps it’s time to explore why this isn’t always possible - and why it’s not

24/10/2022

The V&A Waterfront in Cape Town is at the forefront of green sustainability. As a neighbourhood that cares, it is one of the greenest precincts in South Africa, if not globally. It cares about the planet and its people, empowering lives and enabling livelihoods. It has among the greenest buildings in the world, with embedded systems that measure environmental performance. The V&A has introduced several pioneering and innovative practices that save water, energy and waste, with more green innovation on the way as it journeys towards achieving its goal of carbon neutrality by 2035.

The V&A Waterfront in Cape Town is at the forefront of green sustainability. As a neighbourhood that cares, it is one of the greenest precincts in South Afri...

19/10/2022

The University of the Free State (UFS) has a proud history as one of the oldest, most respected institutions of higher education in South Africa. It opened its doors in Bloemfontein in 1904 as the Grey University College, with six students in the Humanities. Today it is a multi-campus institution, with two diverse campuses in Bloemfontein and one in Qwaqwa in the scenic Eastern Free State, accommodating more than 40 000 students in its seven faculties, with an increasing number of international students and associates, and an ever-widening scope of active involvement in and contribution to its surrounding communities.

The University of the Free State (UFS) has a proud history as one of the oldest, most respected institutions of higher education in South Africa. It opened i...

17/10/2022

Have a look at the strides taken by Forestry South Africa, in their sector, towards a circular economy

Responsible forestry requires attention to sustainable, efficient and effective practices that have the lowest environmental impact and yield the greatest so...

15/10/2022

With nearly *R580 billion in AUM across retail and institutional businesses, Sanlam investments is one of South Africa’s largest sustainability-driven asset managers. We offer capabilities across active management, index tracking, alternative, responsible investing, multi-management and international investments. Sustainability is part of our DNA and impact first frameworks are anchored into our investment processes.

With nearly *R580 billion in AUM across retail and institutional businesses, Sanlam Investments is one of South Africa’s largest sustainability-driven asset ...

15/10/2022

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics , delivering innovation at every turn, ensuring end-user satisfaction and employee safety.

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics, We provide and manage supply chain solutions for thousands of companies every day – from the small family-run business ...

14/10/2022

Bridging the gap between consumer and digital economy, CliqueFin builds social impact platforms and businesses from ideation to sustainability that financially empower communities. We break down barriers to the digital economy and encourage the lower 95% of the economically active population to participate in it.

CliqueFin builds social impact platforms and businesses from ideation to sustainability that financially empower communities. We break down barriers to the d...

14/10/2022

More than water, have a look at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa's progress since the launch of their Coke Ville Project in 2020.

With over 17,000 employees in Africa, CCBA services 600,000 customers with a host of international and local brands. The group was formed in July 2016 after ...

13/10/2022

Take a look at how Liberty Two Degrees is improving customer and tenant experience in their malls through digital transformation

Liberty Two Degrees (L2D) a South African precinct focused, retail-centred REIT which co-owns a quality iconic portfolio of South African assets, including S...

13/10/2022

Your wellbeing in your hands with Wellness Warehouse

FUNCTIONAL FOODS Now’s the time to really let food be thy medicine! Functional foods provide benefits that extend beyond their nutritional value. Think

13/10/2022

Bigen has achieved an excellent reputation for offering cost effective and sustainable solutions delivered through its bespoke development advisory & impact, financial, technical, environmental and institutional services that improve the quality of life, bring about social change, economic development and create and share wealth for all its stakeholders.

With its Head Quarters in South Africa and Mauritius, Bigen has grown its footprint to ten regional offices located across Africa including South Africa, Gha...

12/10/2022

To create sustainable value for our stakeholders, Liberty Two Degrees continuously improve the quality of our assets, introducing innovative and unique experiences that attract tenants, customers and visitors to our spaces.

Liberty Two Degrees (L2D) a South African precinct focused, retail-centred REIT which co-owns a quality iconic portfolio of South African assets, including S...

12/10/2022

Offering renewable energy, competitive lease rates, a skilled labour pool and world class infrastructure, The Atlantis Special Economic Zone strives to meet net zero water, waste and carbon goals whilst promoting social inclusion. Driving growth through green economy innovation and sustainable job opportunities remains at the heart of what the Atlantis Special Economic Zone Company does.

The Atlantis Special Economic Zone is in the Western Cape. Just outside of the city of Cape Town it’s a wonderful destination for your green technology inves...

11/10/2022

Sanlam investments shares its sustainability journey and the significant contribution that it is making towards a greener economy

Sanlam Investments is one of South Africa’s largest asset management companies with over R540 billion in assets under management across both our retail and i...

11/10/2022

Join Ahmore Burger-Smidt (Director: Advisory Services and Head: Data Privacy & Cybercrime at Werksmans Attorneys) online at the upcoming Business Day Focus 4.0 Digital Dialogue, as we explore the next big threat to cyber security. Register your virtual seat at: https://bit.ly/3ydUpgs

15/09/2022

Join us for the upcoming Business Day Focus 4.0 Dialogue, as our panel of experts explore and share insights on digital transformation – an investment for the future of your business. Register at: https://bit.ly/3BEEkma

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Business Essentials

06/08/2022

Recognising the need for a one-stop-shop for industrial and commercial businesses looking to diversify their energy mix and transition from a reliance on state-supplied power, South African (SA) energy specialist has launched a landmark offering that takes clients 100% off-grid

Recognising the need for a one-stop-shop for industrial and commercial businesses looking to diversify their energy mix and transition from a reliance on

05/08/2022

Adding to the value chain, extending the teaching and learning process, and supporting the development of the surrounding communities – this is the result of seven years of hard work for the Paradys Experimental Farm of the University of the Free State (UFS). Whether it is yoghurt and cheese from the dairy factory, wool products from the wool production and wool processing hub, or an ice-cold beer from the fermentation institute, the farm will soon share the fruits of its labour with the Bloemfontein community.

Adding to the value chain, extending the teaching and learning process, and supporting the development of the surrounding communities – this is the result

04/08/2022

Reporting interim results for the six months to 30 June 2022 amid the impact of the current local economic backdrop, Amelia Beattie, Chief Executive of Liberty Two Degrees (L2D), the precinct focused retail centred REIT, says the company is encouraged by its financial and operational metrics, which have shown continued positive momentum in the recovery of its property portfolio, with the retail assets driven by quality tenancies, providing the biggest share of the uplift.

Reinforced by a strong balance sheet, the company reports a full interim distribution pay-out for the first six months, an increase of 11% over the prior

03/08/2022

Exercising its duty of care within its malls, with the objective of not only educating the public about mental health but also giving access to resources that provide mental health support, Liberty Two Degrees (L2D) has partnered with Panda, a free-to-download digital app that is designed to put mental health information, community support and expert help literally in the palm of the user’s hand. This facility is open and accessible to the general public.

Mental health related challenges were exacerbated in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic which saw rates of depression, anxiety and su***de rise alarmingly

27/07/2022

“Debunking the notions that industrial forestry is a destructive force isn’t easy, but the global forestry and forest products sector continues to tackle these misconceptions,” says Jane Molony, executive director of the Paper Manufacturers Association of South Africa (PAMSA). “We stand firm in the fact that a holistic, sustainable and circular forest bioeconomy is essential to fighting climate change.”

It’s fair to assume that most people, when considering ways to fight climate change, don’t immediately think of forestry But there is a unique climate

25/07/2022

CliqueFin’s evolving platforms are geared towards including customers in the digital economy by offering convenience through solutions that are available within a short distance from their homes or workplaces.

In a partnership that is reaping rewards for all involved, financial technology company CliqueFin has successfully partnered with major banks to help