SA’s SMEs are still optimistic

SA’s SMEs are still optimistic

Oct 19, 2015

South African small and medium enterprises (SMEs) are showing continued resilience in the face of economic challenges. This is clear from the results from the 2015 National Small Business Survey released by the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC) that canvassed 18...

Massive decline for European PC shipments

Oct 19, 2015

PC shipments in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) reached 18,4-million units in the third quarter of 2015, posting a 23% decline year on year, according to International Data Corporation (IDC). The market was weakened by ongoing currency fluctuations...

Mobile set to take over in banking

Oct 19, 2015

Mobile banking adoption growth is expected to accelerate over the next few years, displacing online banking for everyday tasks.

DTI clamps down on counterfeit goods

Oct 19, 2015

The landlords and owners of flea markets and business centres where counterfeit goods are sold could face prosecution in that they contribute to the proliferation of illegal goods in the country. This is the word from Mzwandile Masina, deputy minister of Trade and...

IBA urges SA to remain in the ICC

Oct 19, 2015

The International Bar Association (IBA) is concerned that the African National Congress (ANC) has declared its intention to withdraw the country from the International Criminal Court (ICC) and called for all nations in Africa to walk out of the court. Mark Ellis, IBA...

Mango warns against recruitment scam

Oct 19, 2015

Low-cost airline Mango has urged the public to ignore current fraudulent advertising offering internships and job opportunities at the airline. The advertisement and subsequent correspondence with applicants ultimately requires administration fees and promises...