Economy and business
South Africa’s competitiveness consistent
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- 28 September 2012
• SA improves global competitiveness
Brics development bank underway?
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- 26 September 2012
While the idea for a Brics development bank could hold great benefits for Africa, it must be driven by more than just political will, said expert panellists at a debate hosted by research and strategy consultants Frontier Advisory.
• Brics a boost to Brand South Africa
Green service station piloted in South Africa
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- 26 September 2012
Global fuel giant Total has expressed its commitment to investment in South Africa, and has unveiled the first of its new chain of eco-friendly service stations.
• Portable plant makes fuel from waste
South Africa, Botswana sign trade agreement
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- 31 August 2012
South Africa and Botswana have signed a memorandum of understanding to promote trade and investment between the two countries.
• National development plan unveiled
Power sector ripe for innovation
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- 30 August 2012
There are huge opportunities for investment and innovation in South Africa’s power sector – so says Dr Steve Lennon, power utility Eskom’s group executive for sustainability.
• Power from South Africa’s wind
Green light for titanium powder pilot
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- 22 August 2012
The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research has developed a process to manufacture titanium powder for industrial and medical applications, making it possible for South Africa to establish a new industry that will add value to the light metal, instead of exporting it.
• New mining industry centre launched
South Africa to Brics: we’re ready for you
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- 15 August 2012
South Africa is ready to establish itself as a competitive market for investment within the Brics network, while embarking on efforts to make its economy greener and harnessing a successful energy sector.
• BRICS a boost to Brand South Africa
