Business Day (South Africa) articles from January 2011, page 6

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Nigerian airline to continue growth.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Julius Baumann Nigerian airline to continue growth JULIUS BAUMANN Transport and Tourism Editor NIGERIAN airline Arik Air is to continue its rapid expansion across Africa but with a greater focus on the commercial side of the business,...

Volatile markets hit Foord profit.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Thabang Mokopanele Volatile markets hit Foord profit THABANG MOKOPANELE Property Editor SPECIALIST investment company Foord Compass yesterday described the year to December as a tale of two halves. Foord's mixed fortunes was a result...

Galaxy plans to try listing once again in September.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Allan Seccombe Galaxy plans to try listing once again in September ALLAN SECCOMBE GALAXY Gold has pencilled in a listing for September, exactly a year after its first attempt to bring its gold mine in Barberton, Mpumalanga, to market...

Life industry confidence falls.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Sure Kamhunga Life industry confidence falls Investment income offset by higher costs as insurance takes low priority SURE KAMHUNGA Financial Services Editor CONFIDENCE levels in the life insurance sector slipped in the final quarter...

Impartial press needed.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Keith Edmeades Impartial press needed I fully support Sydney Kaye's comments in his letter, Showing his prejudices (January 20) about Allister Sparks's article, 'Anti-Semite' smears aim only to shield Israel from criticism (January...

Need for updated data.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Philip Lloyd Need for updated data You report that the government feels it should develop a new liquid fuels policy (State wants plan for liquid fuels, January 20). They could perhaps start by requiring that data on the liquid fuels...

Truth for the people.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Barry Ross Truth for the people I believe Rejoice Ngwenya's article on socialism, Think twice before plunging SA into a frenzy of state ownership (January 20), is one of the most enlightened pieces of journalism in your newspaper in...

Point not proven.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Allister Sparks Point not proven In his attempt to discredit my piece (& Anti-Semite& smears aim only to shield Israel from criticism, January 19) objecting to the denunciation of Archbishop Desmond Tutu as an anti-Semite,...

Sparks misses context.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Tessa Scher Sparks misses context For a journalist who proclaims to be a political analyst, Allister Sparks's article (& Anti-Semite& smears aim only to shield Israel from criticism, January 19) falls short of objectivity. In...

Managing risk 'more than stopping fraud'.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Sanchia Temkin Managing risk 'more than stopping fraud' SANCHIA TEMKIN Professional Services Editor COMPANIES that implement an effective risk management programme can add to shareholder value and improve the bottom line, accounting...

CAPE NEWS. Squatter problem lies with owner.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Anna-Marie Smith CAPE NEWS Squatter problem lies with owner Owners of vacant and rented properties are urged to take immediate action in the event of illegal occupation, writes THE illegal occupation of private land and residential...

The property cycle: just where are we?
January 21, 2011... Byline: Alice Spenser-Higgs DECOR & DESIGN Garden Wet weather issues looks at how to deal with some of the side effects of the heavy soaking rains FOR a third year it has been a very wet January and that means coping with plant diseases...

The soul of the kitchen lies in the appliances.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Suzanne Frost DECOR & DESIGN Kitchen trends The soul of the kitchen lies in the appliances Appliances must be functional, nice to look at, technologically advanced and energy efficient. finds out more BRENNAN Menday, from Miele...

DEVELOPMENT FEATURE. Project steeped in local history.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Michelle Swart DEVELOPMENT FEATURE Project steeped in local history The Johannesburg suburb of Linden is home to a new sectional title development that promises to be ideal for families with older children and mature buyers. finds out...

DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHT. Coal hub sees major growth.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Michelle Swart DEVELOPMENT HIGHLIGHT Coal hub sees major growth Emalahleni is experiencing a property boom. finds out more THE South African town of Witbank was established in 1890, was proclaimed as a town in 1903 and became a...

Zesty sauvignon for summer.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Graham Howe HOMETALK Wine Zesty sauvignon for summer explores some of the best options for the season LIFE is like a box of chocolates,& says Forrest Gump, & You never know what you're going to get.& Martin Moore, cellar...

In your dreams. Camps Bay, Cape Town.
January 21, 2011... CAMPS BAY, Cape Town Size: No stand or house sizes were available Setup: This home is one of two brand new, spacious and sophisticated homes in the Glen. It is a sectional title townhouse that has been designed with double-volume spaces...

In your dreams. SIMOLA GOLF & COUNTRY ESTATE, Knysna.
January 21, 2011... SIMOLA GOLF & COUNTRY ESTATE, Knysna Size: This home is set on a stand of approximately 6210m Setup: Located in the hills overlooking the lagoon to the south and the Outeniqua mountains to the north, over the famous Jack Nicklaus designed...

In your dreams. Green Point, Cape Town.
January 21, 2011... GREEN POINT, Cape Town Size: This family home is set on a large erf of 945m Setup: In pristine condition, this family home offers a relaxed lifestyle with a swimming pool and views. The home includes four bedrooms, two bathrooms and three...

INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT. Live in latest addition to docklands' skyline.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Michelle Swart INTERNATIONAL INVESTMENT Live in latest addition to docklands' skyline London's Canary Wharf has become Europe's premier business address, and now South Africans have an opportunity to invest in property nearby. finds...

INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY. Apartment block in historic setting.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Michelle Swart INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY Apartment block in historic setting Strong demand for accommodation in the Cape suburb of Rondebosch has led the launch of a further 106 units in the area, writes THE exceptionally fast take-up at...

LIFESTYLE FEATURE. Attractive options off beaten track.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Lea Jacobs LIFESTYLE FEATURE Attractive options off beaten track There are still areas in SA that offer investors affordable property options in places that have fantastic lifestyles and magnificent scenery, writes HOMES situated in...

SHOWCASE. A perennial favourite.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Michelle Swart SHOWCASE A perennial favourite Demand for upmarket homes in the well-heeled Johannesburg suburb of Westcliff seems to be unhindered by recessionary effects JOHANNESBURG's suburb of Westcliff is well known for its...

PROPERTY FOCUS. Boost from recession blues.
January 21, 2011... Byline: Lea Jacobs PROPERTY FOCUS Boost from recession blues Holidaymakers spent more time than ever before at KZN coastal resorts in December. reports THE number of holidaymakers who visited KwaZulu-Natal coastal resorts for their annual...

Property News. More property sluggishness forecast.
January 21, 2011... Property News More property sluggishness forecast AS YOU WERE Korbitec's Attorney Activity Index indicates that current South African property sector sluggishness is set to continue over the medium term. The index analyses the number of...

Property News. Energy crisis: The time to act is now.
January 21, 2011... Energy crisis: The time to act is now POWER GUIDE Energy savings will have to become a way of life for all of us and the smartest starting point is to understand your consumption, which will allow you to pinpoint the areas where the most...

Property News. Joburg and PE most affordable cities.
January 21, 2011... Joburg and PE most affordable cities BALANCE Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg appear to be the best South African cities in which to buy a home because they offer the best affordability. & It does not mean that people there get paid the...

Property News. Wider scope now to transfer tax-free.
January 21, 2011... Wider scope now to transfer tax-free CONCESSION Recent changes to tax legislation mean that more people can take advantage of the opportunity to transfer properties that are owned by companies, close corporations and trusts into their own names...

Property News. The property cycle: just where are we?
January 21, 2011... The property cycle: just where are we? COMMON PATTERN Cycles are a well-known phenomena in the world of economics. & The cycles are predictable in that booms are followed by slumps and then by a market recovery. Stages in the cycle are...

In your dreams. Benmore Gardens, Sandton.
January 21, 2011... BENMORE GARDENS, Sandton Size: This 370m home is set on stand measuring approximately 952m Setup: While classic in design, this free standing, double-storey cluster offers the best of modern indoor/outdoor living. The separate dining room has...

Marinos promises Boks' workloads will be monitored.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Zeena Isaacs Marinos promises Boks' workloads will be monitored ZEENA ISAACS Rugby Correspondent SOUTH African Rugby Union national teams manager Andy Marinos yesterday allayed fears that the Springboks could be drained by the time...

Racing hits ranters where it hurts most.
January 20, 2011... Byline: David Mollett Racing hits ranters where it hurts most DAVID MOLLETT Racing Editor IT WOULD seem racing and soccer have different codes of conduct, with the latter unbelievably soft on blaspheming footballers. Week after week in the...

Let compromise be the watchword.
January 20, 2011... Let compromise be the watchword THE official word from Washington on Chinese President Hu Jintao's state visit to the US is that President Barack Obama will take a & more assertive approach& behind the scenes, with particular emphasis on...

Bless the family business.
January 20, 2011... Bless the family business A REPORT by PricewaterhouseCoopers has highlighted, once again, the importance of the family-owned business in our economy. The report found that 75% of (its sample of) small businesses in SA believed that being...

Think twice before plunging SA into a frenzy of state ownership.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Rejoice Ngwenya Socialism Think twice before plunging SA into a frenzy of state ownership DON'T get me wrong. I hold no brief for capitalists, nor do I bear a hatred of socialists, for that would run against the grain of a true...

European coaches not up to scratch Dumitru.
January 20, 2011... Byline: MNINAWA NTLOKO European coaches not up to scratch Dumitru Sports Editor OUTSPOKEN veteran coach Ted Dumitru yesterday criticised the standard of coaching in the premiership and insisted that many foreign coaches in the top flight had...

Bill 'stifles access to information needed for commerce'.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Linda Ensor Bill 'stifles access to information needed for commerce' THE Companies Amendment Bill would place & massive obstacles& in the way of people wanting access to company registers of shareholders and directors,...

SARS to reply to 'mischievous' taxpayers.
January 20, 2011... Byline: SANCHIA TEMKIN SARS to reply to 'mischievous' taxpayers Professional Services Editor THE South African Revenue Service (SARS) would no longer be bound by the secrecy provisions of income tax laws and would be able to go public about...

Minimum-wage threat to factories.
January 20, 2011... Byline: BARRIE TERBLANCHE Minimum-wage threat to factories Council's order puts textile jobs at risk Special to Business Day IN A blow to the survival prospects of SA's clothing industry and to ambitious job-creation targets set by the...

State wants plan for liquid fuels.
January 20, 2011... Byline: SISEKO NJOBENI State wants plan for liquid fuels Energy Affairs Editor THE Department of Energy wants to develop a 20-year plan for liquid fuels that will stimulate future investment in the industry and determine how SA will handle...

New Rift Valley fever blow to exporters.
January 20, 2011... Byline: HOPEWELL RADEBE New Rift Valley fever blow to exporters Land and Agriculture Editor THE resurfacing of Rift Valley fever in the Western Cape yesterday has dashed hopes that the international meat and wool markets will be reopened to...

SA airlines fear EU carriers' competition.
January 20, 2011... Byline: JULIUS BAUMANN SA airlines fear EU carriers' competition Transport and Tourism Editor NEGOTIATIONS between the European Union (EU) and SA on a new air service agreement recognising the EU as a single aviation market remain stalled. ...

Business expects good year for SA.
January 20, 2011... Byline: SANCHIA TEMKIN Business expects good year for SA Professional Services Editor MOST South African business owners are upbeat about the year ahead, despite the strong rand, according to a report issued by Grant Thornton yesterday. With...

SA urged: be player in global change.
January 20, 2011... Byline: LOYISO LANGENI SA urged: be player in global change Trade and Diplomatic Correspondent SA SHOULD emulate fellow members in the Bric bloc Brazil, Russia, India and China to become a significant force of change on the international...

DA's Smuts scathing of 'one man and a fax'.
January 20, 2011... Byline: FRANNY RABKIN DA's Smuts scathing of 'one man and a fax' Law and Constitution Writer THE Democratic Alliance's Dene Smuts yesterday took another swipe at the Institute for Accountability in Southern Africa's Paul Hoffman SC, saying...

SABC's Mokoetle allowed to resign.
January 20, 2011... Byline: THABISO MOCHIKO SABC's Mokoetle allowed to resign Information Technology Editor SABC CEO Solly Mokoetle has been allowed to resign with immediate effect and leave the broadcaster with a small payout and his dignity intact, six months...

Bill 'will stifle access to information'.
January 20, 2011... Byline: LINDA ENSOR Bill 'will stifle access to information' CAPE TOWN The Companies Amendment Bill would place & massive obstacles& in the way of people wanting access to company registers of shareholders and directors, stifling...

Malema in no rush to file for hate speech case.
January 20, 2011... Byline: FRANNY RABKIN Malema in no rush to file for hate speech case Law and Constitution Writer AFRICAN National Congress Youth League President Julius Malema has until Monday to file court papers already almost a month late in AfriForum's...

Politics irrelevant to job, says SABC board candidate.
January 20, 2011... Byline: LINDA ENSOR Politics irrelevant to job, says SABC board candidate Political Correspondent CAPE TOWN The fact that he was a card-carrying member of the African National Congress and South African Communist Party would have no bearing...

SELECTIONS.
January 20, 2011... 1st Race: (2) Do It My Way (6) Conviction (11) Milkwood Manor (10) Merlion 2nd Race: (1) Flight Of Angels (2) Rajinzky (12) African Sunset (6) Rose For Rossini 3rd Race: (1) Captain Winter (3) Victory Serenade (4) Pimp My Ride (2) Spectaboolous...

Cricket SA power struggle gathers pace.
January 20, 2011... Byline: TELFORD VICE Cricket SA power struggle gathers pace Poorly timed bid to oust president comes in the middle of tight one-day series against India Johannesburg THE power struggle within Cricket SA (CSA) escalated yesterday when a motion...

Timing of new Super Rugby format is cause for concern.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Zeena Isaacs Timing of new Super Rugby format is cause for concern THE more I try to weigh up the merits of the new Super Rugby format, the more it bothers me that Sanzar the governing body of the competition has decided to implement...

Kansai offer for Freeworld gets contentious.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Mark Allix Kansai offer for Freeworld gets contentious MARK ALLIX Industrial Correspondent A HOSTILE exchange between JSE-listed Freeworld Coatings and Japan's Kansai Paints has reached new heights, as both companies file separately...

Showing his prejudices.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Sydney Kaye Showing his prejudices Allister Sparks seems to have a cushy berth on your opinion page, where he regularly regurgitates his cut and paste anti-Israel article. Let us analyse what he actually says in his piece,...

Tutu is mistaken.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Victor Gordon Tutu is mistaken Allister Sparks's piece (& Anti-Semite& smears aim only to shield Israel from criticism, January 19) refers. Robin Shepherd's book, A State Beyond the Pale, addresses the mantra of many of...

Sharemax moves to shield investors.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Thabang Mokopanele Sharemax moves to shield investors THABANG MOKOPANELE Property Editor THE board of embattled property syndicate Sharemax, which is operating under the directive of the Reserve Bank, has decided to &...

LAUNCH NEWS. Add the Blue to go green.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Lerato Matebese LAUNCH NEWS Add the Blue to go green Mercedes-Benz is the first to introduce BlueTEC diesel technology to SA, writes THE Mercedes-Benz S-Class is, relatively speaking, a bit of a golden oldie in comparison to its...

Looking for accountability and care on our roads.
January 20, 2011... Byline: MARK SMYTH Looking for accountability and care on our roads FOR most of us the holidays are over and we have finished all our reflections on what a great year 2010 was. The new year is already shaping up to be hectic in the motoring...

A bold plan to expand.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Roger Houghton A bold plan to expand reports on Chinese truck-maker FAW's move to build a local factory THE truck division of FAW, like its eagle emblem, is flying high in the buoyant Chinese vehicle market, with production running at...

LAUNCH NEWS. Car to get Alfa brand on track.
January 20, 2011... Byline: John Floyd LAUNCH NEWS Car to get Alfa brand on track Motor News kicks off the new year with a beautiful Italian THE past few years have not been particularly happy ones for Alfa Romeo. Once the epitome of an affordable performance...

INDUSTRY NEWS Help comes pouring in.
January 20, 2011... Byline: MOTOR NEWS REPORTER INDUSTRY NEWS Help comes pouring in Hino trucks were recently involved in a large delivery of water to Beaufort West WHAT started as an informal discussion between staff of Toyota South Africa Motors (TSAM) and...

HOLIDAY MOTORING. Living it up like tourists.
January 20, 2011... HOLIDAY MOTORING Living it up like tourists The Motor News team put various vehicles through their paces over the holidays LERATO Let me confess, my motoring holiday was perhaps as dull as an overcast day. While everyone at the office was...

INDUSTRY NEWS. Industry is regaining its momentum.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Lerato Matebese INDUSTRY NEWS Industry is regaining its momentum reports on the final 'state of the nation' address to the motor industry by Brand Pretorius ON THE back of the 2010 Naamsa reports released last week, it would seem that...

TECHNOLOGY. Cleaning up the cities.
January 20, 2011... Byline: MOTOR NEWS REPORTER TECHNOLOGY Cleaning up the cities Mercedes-Benz is continuing to provide greener solutions as cities try to clean up their streets FOR over two years the Mercedes-Benz Econic NGT (Natural Gas Technology) has been...

INDUSTRY COMMENT. oad ahead has fewer obstacles.
January 20, 2011... INDUSTRY COMMENT Road ahead has fewer obstacles The truck market enjoyed strong growth in 2010 and will build on this THE South African truck market delivered a surprising performance in 2010, increasing year-on-year sales by 16,31% to a total...

ROAD TEST. Lounging off beaten track.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Lerato Matebese ROAD TEST Lounging off beaten track spent some time with the Lexus LX570 over the holidays IF YOU have well over R1m and you are considering something practical, exceptionally capable on and off-road but that also...

MOTOR SPARES.
January 20, 2011... MOTOR SPARES Mini continues new model charge EXPANSIONS Mini is continuing to expand its range after the unveiling of the Paceman concept at the Detroit show this month. Both roadster and coupe derivatives of the existing models will be launched...

USED CAR TEST. Multitalented drive.
January 20, 2011... Byline: CHARL WILKEN USED CAR TEST Multitalented drive AT FIRST I didn't quite know what to expect from the Volkswagen Tiguan. In 4-motion guise it's truly a little SUV that's versatile, agile and fun to drive. With a mere 3000km on the clock...

COMING IN 2011. Buyers spoilt for choice.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Lerato Matebese COMING IN 2011 Buyers spoilt for choice This year will see the arrival of some exciting new models, reports AS FAR as vehicle launches go, the 2011 calendar year is already looking lengthy, with numerous launch...

Strap: INDUSTRY NEWS.
January 20, 2011... Byline: Valdi Strauss INDUSTRY NEWS Upbeat on growth Roger Houghton spoke to Scania SA MD Christoffer Ljungner about the company's progress in 2010 SCANIA SA, which was the best performing truck and bus company in SA in terms of losing the...

LIGHT COMMERCIALS.
January 20, 2011... LIGHT COMMERCIALS CHEVROLET CORSA UTILITY 1.4 R105500 CORSA UTILITY 1.4 SPORT R152360 CORSA UTILITY 1.7 DTI R148370 CORSA UTILITY 1.7 DTI SPORT R185460 CORSA UTILITY 1.8 R129840 CORSA UTILITY 1.8 SPORT R184260 CORSA UTILITY 1.4 CLUB R132490...

SEDANS.
January 20, 2011... SEDANS ALFA ROMEO MITO PROGRESSION R227900 MITO DISTINCTIVE R245200 MITO QUADRIFOGLIO R264000 159 1.9 JTS R303500 159 2.2 JTS R347700 159 3.2 V6 Q4 R445700 159 2.4 JTD Q-TRONIC R396000 GT 1.9JTD R335700 GT 1.9JTD Q2 R351900 GT 3.2 V6 R395100...

SUVs.
January 20, 2011... SUVs AUDI Q5 2.0TDI QUATTRO R424085 Q5 2.0T FSI (132KW) R426460 Q5 2.0T FSI S TRONIC R481815 Q5 3.2 FSI QUATTRO S TRONIC R539310 Q5 3.0 TDI QUATTRO S TRONIC R556505 Q7 3.0TDI QUATTRO R665625 Q7 4.2 TDI QUATTRO R824590 Q7 6.0 V12 TDI QUATTRO...

Hlophe off agenda at meeting on judiciary.
January 20, 2011... Byline: WYNDHAM HARTLEY Hlophe off agenda at meeting on judiciary Parliamentary Editor CAPE TOWN Western Cape Judge President John Hlophe's controversial clashes with the Judicial Service Commission were placed off limits yesterday as a...

Umalusi defends adjustments.
January 20, 2011... Byline: BEKEZELA PHAKATHI Umalusi defends adjustments Contributing Writer CAPE TOWN Exam quality assurer Umalusi yesterday told Parliament that revealing standardisation decisions would be insensitive and prejudicial to learners. Though...

New drive for state audits to be taken seriously.
January 20, 2011... Byline: LINDA ENSOR New drive for state audits to be taken seriously CAPE TOWN Cabinet ministers and provincial MECs have committed themselves to ensuring that the findings of audit reports on their departments are taken seriously, with...

Rio Tinto's iron-ore output rises to record level.
January 19, 2011... Byline: Allan Seccombe Rio Tinto's iron-ore output rises to record level ALLAN SECCOMBE Resources Editor RIO Tinto increased iron-ore production to record levels last year as it pushed its operations to full capacity during the year, the...

Investors welcome SAB trading statement.
January 19, 2011... Byline: Edward West Investors welcome SAB trading statement EDWARD WEST THE share price of global brewing giant SABMiller rose more than 2% on the JSE yesterday as the market cheered its 3% beer sales volume increase in the three months to...

Sasol cans Indonesia coal-to-liquid project.
January 19, 2011... Byline: Siseko Njobeni Sasol cans Indonesia coal-to-liquid project Group refocuses strategy on gas-to-liquid opportunities SISEKO NJOBENI Energy Affairs Editor PETROCHEMICAL group Sasol had pulled the plug on a proposed coal-to-liquid plant...

FIRST OPINION. Time to balance work and family needs.
January 19, 2011... Byline: Marika Sboros FIRST OPINION Time to balance work and family needs Making time for family life is essential for mental and physical health WELCOME back to the first issue of Health News for 2011. I trust you all managed to take some...

LOGIC.
January 19, 2011... Byline: Tumi Davies LOGIC After a recent spate of home improvements, four couples were having a dinner party to discuss the additions to their houses. Alan had not recently had a new bathroom. Kara had not yet done her kitchen, but perhaps...

Locals try for British Open spots.
January 19, 2011... Byline: SPORTS STAFF Locals try for British Open spots Johannesburg EVERY golfer dreams of playing in the British Open Championship, but for Jbe' Kruger and other young Sunshine Tour professionals this could become a reality this week. ...

ANC hurting those it is meant to help.
January 19, 2011... ANC hurting those it is meant to help THE government's position on job creation constitutes an extraordinary mixture of wishful thinking and wrongheadedness. The genesis of this cul-de-sac is not difficult to trace because we have seen it played...

'Decent' work needs skills.
January 19, 2011... 'Decent' work needs skills CREATING & decent& jobs those that are permanent, pay well and include benefits such as employer-funded pension contributions and medical aid demands a commensurate increase in the supply of & decent&...