Drop a comment in the comments box if you are currently struggling to get payment from any government or municipal department. Suffice to say we are in this exact same boat at the moment. The Public Service Commission (PSC) says the non-payment of suppliers’ invoices has huge implications for small businesses that rely on cash flow for survival. “Therefore, there is a need for urgent and timeous payment of suppliers given the critical role of procurement in economic development and … [Read more...] about I Can Relate, Can You?
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Reducing the refunds headache this Black Friday
The way that we shop has changed. Nowadays, consumers are quick to turn to their mobile phones or laptops to grab the latest deal, order food online, or pay for a service. The rapid uptake of digital services and a shift away from brick-and-mortar stores means that consumer expectations have increased. Retailers looking to capitalise on this year’s Black Friday will need to ensure that they keep their customers happy. Not doing so can cause serious damage – both to brand loyalty and to a … [Read more...] about Reducing the refunds headache this Black Friday
The evolution of payments is helping to create a contactless society
While people have been paying for goods and services for millennia, the arrival of the internet in the ‘90s became a major turning point for the payments sector. Since then, digital innovation has evolved payments solutions at breakneck speeds. Everything from contactless payments, QR codes and digital wallets, consumers have so many new ways to pay. This is the view of Thomas Pays, CEO and co-founder of Ozow, who says that the technology developed over the decades has improved our everyday … [Read more...] about The evolution of payments is helping to create a contactless society
Investigation expanded in R21m COVID TERS payments made to the ECTCC – Port Elizabeth Business News
Investigation expanded in R21m COVID TERS payments made to the ECTCC: Johannesburg - The Department of Employment and Labour has announced that it is widening its investigation into the R219 million COVID TERS payments made ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Discover a world of excitement and take control of your energy with Building Automation Systems. Promote your business on BuyPE and MyPR. Watch more videos From Port Elizabeth. Click here to … [Read more...] about Investigation expanded in R21m COVID TERS payments made to the ECTCC – Port Elizabeth Business News
Investigation expanded in R21m COVID TERS payments made to the ECTCC – Port Elizabeth Business News
Investigation expanded in R21m COVID TERS payments made to the ECTCC: Johannesburg - The Department of Employment and Labour has announced that it is widening its investigation into the R219 million COVID TERS payments made ... Source: "Port Elizabeth" business - BingNews. Discover a world of excitement and take control of your energy with Building Automation Systems. Promote your business on BuyPE and MyPR. Watch more videos From Port Elizabeth. Click here to … [Read more...] about Investigation expanded in R21m COVID TERS payments made to the ECTCC – Port Elizabeth Business News
Investigation expanded in R21m COVID TERS payments made to the ECTCC – Gqeberha in the News
Investigation expanded in R21m COVID TERS payments made to the ECTCC: Johannesburg - The Department of Employment and Labour has announced that it is widening its investigation into the R219 million COVID TERS payments made ... Source: "Gqeberha" - BingNews. Woman losses life in Tsitsikamma National Park: South African National Parks (SANParks) sends its heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of a female tourist believed to be between the ages of 50 and 60 who suffered a fatal fall … [Read more...] about Investigation expanded in R21m COVID TERS payments made to the ECTCC – Gqeberha in the News
Mthatha News: Court stop R39m payments to controversial EC lawyer Zuko Nonxuba amid fraud investigation
Court stop R39m payments to controversial EC lawyer Zuko Nonxuba amid fraud investigation: On Tuesday, the Mthatha High Court granted both the SIU and the health department an order to stop the payments to Nonxuba. "As a result of this high court order, the SIU and the Eastern Cape provinci... Source: "Mthatha" - BingNews. 4 life sentences for serial rapist, murderer after more than 4 years on the run: Judges die daily in South Africa. I have colleagues in Durban, Mthatha, Free State, North … [Read more...] about Mthatha News: Court stop R39m payments to controversial EC lawyer Zuko Nonxuba amid fraud investigation
Late payments killing small business development and jobs
The statement below follows a press briefing by the Democratic Alliance (DA) Spokesperson on Access to Jobs, Geordin Hill-Lewis MP, the DA Shadow Minister of Small Business Development, Toby Chance MP, and small business owner Bobby Mabe, on the scourge of late payments by the ANC government which threaten critical jobs. Small businesses are the life-blood of the South African economy, contributing nearly 60 % of the labour force and 34% of GDP. However, the reality is that, some 80% of … [Read more...] about Late payments killing small business development and jobs
Zapper Payments Now Possible at The Valley Market
Zapper Payments Now Possible at The Valley Market: On Saturday, 3 June The Tramways Building in Port Elizabeth will sizzle and shake once more when it hosts The Valley Market; an artisan food fair that brings together the best local exhibitors of high quality and organic produce into one magnificent hub. The charming indoor gathering, founded by the non-profit Love Story Foundation, has grown to be a highlight in “The Windy City’s” blossoming food scene. Here food lovers can sample … [Read more...] about Zapper Payments Now Possible at The Valley Market
Zapper Payments Now Possible at The Valley Market
Zapper Payments Now Possible at The Valley Market: On Saturday, 3 June The Tramways Building in Port Elizabeth will sizzle and shake once more when it hosts The Valley Market; an artisan food fair that brings together the best local exhibitors of high quality and organic produce into one magnificent hub. The charming indoor gathering, founded by the non-profit Love Story Foundation, has grown to be a highlight in “The Windy City’s” blossoming food scene. Here food lovers can sample … [Read more...] about Zapper Payments Now Possible at The Valley Market
Two more Kings Players Leave
Eastern Province Rugby have confirmed that pre-season preparations began on Monday, 16 November 2015 with a practice session at Sardinia Bay. Training focused on establishing fitness levels and included a game of touch rugby. The program for the rest of the week will focus on strength and conditioning training. "Despite the trying circumstances the mood in the camp was positive. Management and players are aware of the current situation and have not allowed circumstances to impact on their … [Read more...] about Two more Kings Players Leave
12 731 businesses owed R1, 4 billion by provincial government
Thousands of businesses in the Eastern Cape are squeezed financially by delayed payments from the provincial government. Small businesses are the most effective form of job creation and the province must pull out all stops to ensure their growth and survival. They cannot be the cash cow that is being milked while government delays payments from one financial year to the next to hide financial mismanagement. According to a question for written reply by me to the MEC for Finance, Phumulo … [Read more...] about 12 731 businesses owed R1, 4 billion by provincial government
Stop-go provincial payments must cease
Hundreds of teachers and now doctors are suffering the adverse consequence of non-payment by provincial departments. This callous approach causes immense stress on the individuals and their families as a result of the financial hardship that they are suffering. The Democratic Alliance is continually raising this matter in the various portfolio committees in the provincial legislature. We are determined to ensure that justice is done. The double practice of non-payment to individuals and … [Read more...] about Stop-go provincial payments must cease
