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Barloworld's governance crisis: PIC rejects R23bn offer
South Africa's Public Investment Corporation (PIC) has rejected Barloworld's R123. 10 per share takeover bid, citing governance concerns. The state-owned asset manager's opposition, along with other key shareholders, threatens to derail the R23 billion buyout plan led by CEO Dominic Sewela and Saudi-based Zahid consortium.
Incorrect information released regarding Flash and Postbank partnership
Flash has identified an inadvertent error in a media statement recently released.
Thabi Leoka PhD saga exposes weak governance structures on the boards she sat on - Reputation Specialist
Economist Thabi Leoka’s extraordinary fall from grace, after she was exposed to have lied about her London School of Economics PhD - despite holding two masters degrees - has exposed the weak governance structures at some of South Africa’s leading companies.
Streetscapes takes a leap forward
Streetscapes’ innovative work in uplifting the housing insecure and providing them with purpose is on an upward trajectory as they aim to become more independent in 2024.
Social Entrepreneurship in the Global South: Rayhaan Survé’s Perspectives
The youth of the world are playing an important role in impacting policy and conversations involving all generations are critical to making an impact.
Rallying South Africa towards the common good
The Social Employment Fund offers a unique opportunity for a ‘whole of society’ approach.
CEF - Energy solutions to power all and drive sustainable growth
The CEF group and its subsidiaries operate as a multilateral force in the energy landscape - uniquely securing energy solutions for South Africa
SPAR Inland launches #SpreadSmiles campaign to spread kindness
#SpreadSmiles is a unique initiative aimed at promoting goodwill to support vital causes and positive community changes.
SPAR Inland launches #SpreadSmiles campaign to spread kindness
#SpreadSmiles is a unique initiative aimed at promoting goodwill to support vital causes and positive community changes.
Cure Day Hospitals celebrates Mandela Month by donating to underprivileged communities
A total of over 1732 school shoes, 1123 roll on deodorants, and 2085 sanitary pads were donated to less fortunate communities in rural areas nationwide.
Fabiani used Furbiani Bears to bring 67 smiles to 67 children this Mandela Day
A percentage of each sale of a Fabiani shirt will go to The Children’s Hospital Trust.
Counselling as part of the disciplinary process
The purpose of disciplinary codes and procedures is to regulate standards of conduct and the behaviour of employees within a company.
De Lille asks SA Tourism Board to scrap Tottenham Hotspur deal
Patricia de Lille says she asked the South African Tourism Board to cancel the Tottenham Hotspur deal after she received legal opinion that the deal was flawed.
UKZN engineering alumnus heads academy for underprivileged youth
Cebo Mzinyane is building momentum with his non-profit Monarkhia Academy that helps children excel.
MUT’s new chancellor envisions taking the institution to greater heights
MUT's new chancellor plans to make the institution more attractive to everyone and make corporate South Africa believe in MUT and see it as part of the solution to corporate development.
Tiger Brands Foundation urges businesses to redirect CSI spend towards in-school nutrition programmes
With more households becoming food insecure due to the tough economic conditions, child hunger is likely to grow.
Octotel donates school shoes to help students get ready for the new academic year
The donation of shoes by Octotel has restored hope to the learners at Langa High School.
iKhokha backs SuperSport United with sponsorship deal
Fintech iKhokha has entered the PSL fray by sponsoring former PSL champions and title challengers SuperSport United.
Universities with world-class facilities place graduates on future-focused career path
It is essential that prospective students consider how a university can equip them for the new world of work
MTN gives back to entrepreneurs
MTN embarked on a double win this week – uplifting street vendors in Midstad, Bloemfontein, as well as the children and staff of the local “Our Child and Youth Care Centre”.
Octotel gives back to the community through its Christmas Gift Drive
Learners at two schools in Gugulethu and Phoenix received special gift boxes.
MTN delivers where needs are greatest with win for SAVF Huis for the elderly
MTN’s WINdfall project is about making the last few weeks of 2022 a little lighter and brighter by helping where needs are greatest.
It’s the time for giving - and for Greensleeves Children’s Trust, it’s a time for winning
MTN brightens the lives of staff and children at East London trust
MTN SA drops in with some wins for the Roodepoort Krugersdorp SPCA
The #WINdfall project continues to bring joy and relief to those most in need across the country.
Post-Covid opportunities for SMEs
The new post-pandemic economy presents SMEs with a real opportunity to level the playing field.