Johannesburg, South Africa: Every organisation has repetitive work. Employees copy data between systems, rewrite the same emails, search for information, update multiple spreadsheets and manually prepare reports. These activities often become accepted as “just part of the job”, yet they represent one of the biggest hidden costs in business.While many organisations are investing heavily in artificial intelligence, the greatest productivity gains frequently come from understanding how work … [Read more...] about What Is the Real Cost of Repetitive Work?
Transnova Expanded as Tiger Brands’ Lead Logistics Partner After Open Tender
Johannesburg: Tiger Brands, Africa’s largest listed fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) manufacturer, has confirmed the reappointment and expansion of its logistics partnership with Transnova, following a competitive tender process concluded in June 2026. Transnova, a leading independent supply chain advisory, technology and managed services firm, has been reappointed as Tiger Brands’ lead logistics partner. The expanded mandate consolidates Transnova’s role in overseeing and optimising Tiger … [Read more...] about Transnova Expanded as Tiger Brands’ Lead Logistics Partner After Open Tender
How Hepatitis Spreads: Common Myths Debunked
Table of Contents Affinity Health, a leading provider of high-quality health cover, is highlighting the importance of understanding how hepatitis truly spreads while debunking common myths that continue to fuel fear, stigma, and misinformation this World Hepatitis Day (28 July). Millions of people worldwide live with hepatitis, yet misconceptions about the disease still contribute to delayed diagnosis and treatment. “According to the World Health Organization (WHO), viral hepatitis … [Read more...] about How Hepatitis Spreads: Common Myths Debunked
Coega Comments on SEZ of the Year Award
Nelson Mandela Bay’s Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ) was named SEZ of the Year, a prestigious accolade that reaffirms its status as South Africa’s premier investment destination and a leading catalyst for economic growth, industrialisation and job creation.The award was announced by the Minister of Trade and Industry, Honourable Parks Tau, during a gala dinner of the 2nd International SEZ Conference, held at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) on 16 July 2026. The recognition … [Read more...] about Coega Comments on SEZ of the Year Award
Coega Comments on SEZ of the Year Award
Nelson Mandela Bay’s Coega Special Economic Zone (SEZ) was named SEZ of the Year, a prestigious accolade that reaffirms its status as South Africa’s premier investment destination and a leading catalyst for economic growth, industrialisation and job creation.The award was announced by the Minister of Trade and Industry, Honourable Parks Tau, during a gala dinner of the 2nd International SEZ Conference, held at the Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) on 16 July 2026. The recognition … [Read more...] about Coega Comments on SEZ of the Year Award
Coega Development Corporation Scoops Top Special Economic Zone of the Year Award
Table of Contents South Africa has 13 SEZs (Special Economic Zones) that have been designated across eight of the country’s nine provinces. SEZs receive Specific Infrastructure Support and Incentive Benefits from National Government. The cumulative value of disbursed infrastructure support funding sourced from the SEZ fund is slightly above R12 billion. The lion share percentage distribution of the funding in concern is mostly concentrated towards TASEZ (31%), Coega (20%), ELIDZ (18%), … [Read more...] about Coega Development Corporation Scoops Top Special Economic Zone of the Year Award
Are Your Employees Still Doing Repetitive Work Despite AI?
Table of Contents Durban: Artificial intelligence promises to transform the workplace, yet many organisations are discovering an uncomfortable truth. Despite investing in AI tools, employees continue spending hours every week performing repetitive tasks that add little value to the business. From copying information between systems to manually preparing reports, searching for documents, rewriting emails and chasing approvals, repetitive work continues to consume valuable time. The problem … [Read more...] about Are Your Employees Still Doing Repetitive Work Despite AI?
Are Your Employees Still Doing Repetitive Work Despite AI?
Table of Contents Durban: Artificial intelligence promises to transform the workplace, yet many organisations are discovering an uncomfortable truth. Despite investing in AI tools, employees continue spending hours every week performing repetitive tasks that add little value to the business. From copying information between systems to manually preparing reports, searching for documents, rewriting emails and chasing approvals, repetitive work continues to consume valuable time. The problem … [Read more...] about Are Your Employees Still Doing Repetitive Work Despite AI?
Reigniting Industrialisation Through World-Class SEZs
Table of Contents On 16 July 2026 at the Durban Exhibition Centre, KwaZulu-Natal, Minister Parks Tau of the Department of Trade Industry and Competition alongside the Kwazulu-Natal MEC for Economic Development, Tourism And Environmental Affairs, Rev. Musa Zondi officially declared the Conference open with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and walk about of the Exhibition Center. Below is a verbatim reproduction of the Ministers Speech and below that of the MEC’s opening remarks. Remarks by Minister … [Read more...] about Reigniting Industrialisation Through World-Class SEZs
Reigniting Industrialisation Through World-Class SEZs
Table of Contents On 16 July 2026 at the Durban Exhibition Centre, KwaZulu-Natal, Minister Parks Tau of the Department of Trade Industry and Competition alongside the Kwazulu-Natal MEC for Economic Development, Tourism And Environmental Affairs, Rev. Musa Zondi officially declared the Conference open with a ceremonial ribbon cutting and walk about of the Exhibition Center. Below is a verbatim reproduction of the Ministers Speech and below that of the MEC’s opening remarks. Remarks by Minister … [Read more...] about Reigniting Industrialisation Through World-Class SEZs
H2O Guru Urges Annual Water Testing as the Year Reaches Halfway
SANAS-accredited laboratory H2O Guru points to mid-year as the moment to book the annual water test that homes, farms and industry rely on. As South Africa moves through the middle of the year, water testing specialist H2O Guru is reminding households, farmers and industrial operators that mid-year is a practical moment to check the quality of the water they rely on every day. The SANAS-accredited laboratory analyses drinking, borehole and industrial water for clients across the country, and … [Read more...] about H2O Guru Urges Annual Water Testing as the Year Reaches Halfway
UIF Connect Helps South African Employers Register Staff and Stay Compliant
A registered consulting firm guiding domestic and commercial employers through registration, arrears, and ongoing UIF obligations. UIF Connect, a registered South African consulting firm, is encouraging domestic and commercial employers to review their Unemployment Insurance Fund obligations as the country moves through the mid-year period in July 2026. With many households and small businesses taking stock of their staffing arrangements before the second half of the year, the firm is reminding … [Read more...] about UIF Connect Helps South African Employers Register Staff and Stay Compliant
Sandwich Baron Puts Party Platters and Takeaways a Few Clicks Away
South Africa’s largest sandwich group makes ordering platters and takeaways for winter gatherings simple through online ordering and free delivery. As the mid-year school holidays and winter gatherings fill up diaries across South Africa, Sandwich Baron is pointing customers to a simpler way to feed a crowd. The sandwich group has leaned into online ordering and free delivery so that families, offices and event hosts can arrange fresh food without leaving the couch, the classroom … [Read more...] about Sandwich Baron Puts Party Platters and Takeaways a Few Clicks Away
Teneo Education Gives South African Learners a Choice of Accredited Paths
As the third school term opens, a fully accredited online school offers South African families a choice of three examination pathways from Grade R to matric. As South African schools move into the third term of 2026, more families are weighing up how their children learn and which examination pathway suits them best. Teneo Education, a fully accredited private online school, is drawing attention this winter for giving learners across the country a structured, live schooling experience with a … [Read more...] about Teneo Education Gives South African Learners a Choice of Accredited Paths
Acepak Extends End-Of-Line Packaging Automation Across 36 Countries
The Cape Town engineering firm pairs turnkey automation with hands-on support as food, beverage and pharmaceutical producers expand output through mid-2026. Acepak, the Cape Town packaging equipment engineering firm, is heading into the second half of 2026 with a clear message for manufacturers across Africa and beyond. As food, beverage, pharmaceutical and cosmetics producers plan output for the busy months ahead, the family-owned business is pointing to its end-of-line automation and turnkey … [Read more...] about Acepak Extends End-Of-Line Packaging Automation Across 36 Countries
