Kevin Hustler, CEO of the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber had the following to say about the increasing metro dam levels; "Knowing the effect that the water crisis has on businesses and individuals in the Bay, the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has this year focused on sharing best water practices among business and promoting water conservation in our region. We are thrilled to see the dams at a current combined average total of 65.1%, and hope only to see that number climb. The Impofu … [Read more...] about NMBBC Pleased at Dam Levels
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R9 Billion Jobs Fund Launched
The National Treasury's R9 billion Jobs Fund, which aims to create 150 000 jobs over three years, is now accepting applications from companies and non-governmental organisations with innovative job creation projects, said the Minister of Finance Pravin Gordhan. Gordhan told a media briefing before his Budget Vote in Parliament today that the aim was to give out R2 billion in grants this financial year to those in the private sector. These would either be in the form of matching grants, or … [Read more...] about R9 Billion Jobs Fund Launched
Eastern Cape Provincial Budget Speech Impresses ME at Least
I can only say; "Colour me impressed with the speed that the Eastern Cape 2011/12 Budget speech has been made available to the general public - Well bloody done guys." And this after my bitching and moaning that the State of the Province address earlier this year was one of the most difficult things to find on the East Cape Government web site even three days after the speech. But the Honourable MEC Phumulo Masualle has whipped his department into shape allowing you to download the full … [Read more...] about Eastern Cape Provincial Budget Speech Impresses ME at Least
Say Hello to the NMBBC
The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber (NMBBC) is the new name of the former Port Elizabeth Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PERCCI), which traces its origins back more than 145 years. Business leaders and political stakeholders gathered at the NMB Stadium last night to witness the unveiling of the new brand name - Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber. "We are proud to announce our new name, which has been more than a year in the making," Chamber President Alfred da Costa said. … [Read more...] about Say Hello to the NMBBC
Together NMB and PERCCI will do more
Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor Zanoxolo Wayile this week handed over a plaque of recognition to the Port Elizabeth Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PERCCI) for its valuable contribution and partnership in the metro's economic growth and development. The award came on the eve of the Chamber announcing its new name on Thursday 17 February and CEO Kevin Hustler said the award enabled "PERCCI to close an era on a high note". Wayile said that good working relationships are needed … [Read more...] about Together NMB and PERCCI will do more
Bradley Ragaval New SME & Trade Coordinator
In a major boost to the development of small and medium enterprises (SME) in the region, the Port Elizabeth Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry (PERCCI) has appointed former bank executive Bradley Ragaval to handle the specialised portfolio and to manage its trade desk. Ragaval, 36, has 15 years experience in banking and related fields, much of it in the small and medium business sectors. He is born and bred in Port Elizabeth and matriculated from Woolhope Secondary School in Malabar. … [Read more...] about Bradley Ragaval New SME & Trade Coordinator
Port Elizabeth at the Forefront of YATT
The media invite said; "The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality's Executive Mayor, Cllr. Zanoxolo Wayile, will announce bold plans by the Municipality and the private sector to contribute to the goal of improving the quality of education in the Bay. Some in the private sector have heeded the call of Mayor Wayile that one company, among others, has pledged to contribute millions of rands to improve facilities in some schools." Then, today, we received a press release highlighting education … [Read more...] about Port Elizabeth at the Forefront of YATT
