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Sweet victory for workers embroiled in seven-year legal battle with Heineken
After a lengthy seven-year legal struggle, six former workers at Heineken's Sedibeng plant have finally received justice and compensation for their unfair dismissal, marking a significant victory against labour broking practices.
Heineken workers win compensation after seven-year legal battle
After a lengthy seven-year legal struggle, six former workers at Heineken's Sedibeng plant have finally received justice and compensation for their unfair dismissal, marking a significant victory against labour broking practices.
Heineken Green Zones Project expands to Cape Town’s Lavender Hill to foster community unity and resilience
The launch of the Lavender Hill Green Zone is the latest milestone in the Heineken Green Zones project.
Heineken Green Zones project transforms Durban’s Sisonke City Farm into a sustainable community oasis
Launched by Heineken and the Greenpop Foundation, the Sisonke City Farm Green Zone is setting a new standard for community-centred urban greening in Durban.
Celebrating One Year of HEINEKEN Beverages: A Journey of Innovation and Commitment
HEINEKEN Beverages, is proud to have been recently recognised by President Ramaphosa for their progressive Employee Share Ownership Plan (ESOP), known as Bokamoso.
Heineken® – a one of a kind beer gets a one of a kind bottle
Heineken® beer, which has the same design in 190 countries world-wide, will break with tradition unveiling a bold new design for its new returnable bottle in South Africa – a change not made anywhere else in the world. The 650ml returnable bottle dubbed the “Star Bottle” features the brand’s iconic star on its body with the Heineken® name deeply etched directly on the glass.
Lesaka Technologies shares leap on JSE after acquisition of Heineken unit
The acquisition of Touchsides further cements its strategy to increase its presence across taverns, spazas and other informal businesses.
Pumla Dineo, a new favourite fashionista making big strides
Pumla Dineo told Independent Media that her love of fashion was passed from her family, who are similarly passionate about it.
What your favourite creatives had to say about their Hey Neighbour experience
“The Star” was invited to participate in all the behind-the-scenes, speaking with notable people to capture all the stellar performances.
Inside Heineken’s celebration of good times at Hey Neighbour
Hey Neighbour, one of Africa’s greatest festivals, brought together people from all walks of life to celebrate music, fashion, and culture at the weekend, creating an indelible experience.
Heineken and Hey Neighbour competition
CompetitionIt’s competition time!Heineken® is celebrating 150 years of good times. Join us for our celebration at Destination Good Times taking place @Hey Neighbour Festival and take part in Africa’s Biggest Cheers moment!Stand a chance to WIN a VIP Experience and an Exclusive Heineken® Hamper valued at R7 200!Be a part of the celebrations from December 8, 9 and 10 at Legends Adventure Farm in Pretoria.
One of Africa's great festivals Hey Neighbour brings top international performers to SA
Heineken, the well-known alcohol company, partners with this event with the intention of enhancing the joy of the holiday season.
Job security a top concern in Heineken’s R23. 8bn takeover of Distell at Competition Tribunal hearing
Job security was the key issue addressed at the start of the Competition Tribunal’s hearings into the €1. 3 billion (R23. 8bn) cash takeover by Heineken, the world’s second largest beer maker, of South Africa’s Distell Group
Sharks need to overcome sponsorship spanner in the works ahead of URC clash
Last year, the URC CEO Martin Anayi waxed lyrical when he announced that Qatar Airways would partner with the tournament to fly the SA franchises between Europe and the Republic.
SA teams will not be welcomed with open arms into Champions Cup
Antoine Dupont, the 2021 World Rugby Player of the Year, was speaking ahead of the debuts of the Stormers, Sharks and Bulls in this weekend’s opening round of Heineken Cup action.
Lions not making any excuses, they want to perform in Challenge Cup says skipper
It will be the Joburgers, along with the Free State Cheetahs, first participation in the second tier European club rugby championship, marking a red letter day for SA Rugby by large.
Heineken has to cough up R10bn investment to proceed with Distell buy
International brewing giant Heineken has agreed to cough up roughly R10 billion investment among other public interest conditions to seal its €2. 2billion (R38. 3bn) purchase of Distell.
Heineken's R37. 7 billion takeover bid gets the nod from Distell shareholders
Distell shareholders voted with a clear majority of more than 94 percent in favour of the €2. 2billion (R37. 7bn) takeover by international brewing giant Heineken International, in what is likely to be the biggest foreign investment in South Africa this year.
Distell releases details of the proposed R38. 5bn Heineken takeover of the local liquor group
Distell’s shares will be suspended on the JSE on July 20 and delisted on September 6 upon the conclusion of a scheme to enable international brewer Heineken International to make a €2. 2 billion (R38. 53bn) offer for the local liquor group.
One killed, one in hospital as drinking buddies shot in Verulam
One of the friends who was shot in the abdomen had fled the scene but returned and approached first responders for help.
Rand trades stronger against the US dollar ahead of interest rates announcement
The rand rose on Monday, buoyed by improving global sentiments as upbeat Chinese economic data eased concerns about a slowdown in the world's No. 2 economy.
Heineken makes a R40. 1 billion bid for Distell, the biggest alcohol group in the country, and Namibia Breweries
The world’s biggest brewer Netherlands-based Heineken has made a R38. 5 billion offer for Distell, South Africa’s biggest alcohol group and the owner of brands such as Amarula, Nederburg, JC le Roux and Savanna.
Heineken still in talks to buy Distell, despite rising share price
Distell Group Holdings said yesterday that ’satisfactory progress’ had been made regarding its potential transaction following a bid by Heineken, Europe’s biggest and the world’s second biggest brewer, to acquire full control of the South African liquor group.