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Baobab export coup for African farmers

Baobab export coup for African farmers

The fruit of the mighty baobab is to be processed and exported to US food markets, bringing in better incomes for rural African farmers. The tree’s fruit and leaves are both edible, and the baobab fruit is particularly nourishing and rich in vitamins and antioxidants.
E-Tourism Africa hosts Travel Technology Exhibition in Johannesburg

E-Tourism Africa hosts Travel Technology Exhibition in Johannesburg

Faster broadband, e-commerce and the rise of social media networking has revolutionized the tourism business. Add to this the global interest in Africa for the upcoming 2010 FIFA World Cup, and it becomes critical that tourism companies across Africa take advantage of online marketing opportunities.
3rd Hospitality Investment Conference Africa to be held in South Africa

3rd Hospitality Investment Conference Africa to be held in South Africa

The third Hospitality Investment Conference Africa will be held in Johannesburg South Africa from 4 – 6 November 2009. This has now become an annual event on the local and international hospitality and investment calendar.
Africa's fastest computer will help with climate change

Africa's fastest computer will help with climate change

South Africa's newest supercomputer, a Sun Microsystems hybrid, went online in Cape Town earlier this month, providing the local and regional research community with a powerful tool for tackling problems of climate change, energy security and human health.
Telecoms City targetted at BPO to open near Cape Town

Telecoms City targetted at BPO to open near Cape Town

Plans to establish a R1.5-billion, purpose-built "telecommunications city" in Kuils River to the north of Cape Town in South Africa has secured the support of the city government and local business-led organisations, and construction is currently planned for early 2010.
Visa makes accessing cash in Zimbabwe easier

Visa makes accessing cash in Zimbabwe easier

Standard Chartered Bank (Zimbabwe), the primary agent for Visa in Zimbabwe, announced the return of Visa this week, noting that it had started issuing bank customers with the cards on request.
Kenya and South Africa sign tourism pact

Kenya and South Africa sign tourism pact

Kenyan Tourism Minister Najib Balala and his South African counterpart, Marthinus van Schalkwyk, signed a tourism agreement in Nairobi late last month (August 2009).


Investment Opportunity

Mjejane Game Reserve Winchester Marketing is offering international investors the unique opportunity to own a piece of Big 5 Africa in the 4000ha Mjejane Game Reserve.

What makes this specific property so desirable from an investment point of view is that at 4000ha it represents the last extensive tract of pristine indigenous bush bordering onto the Crocodile River which forms the southern boundary of the world famous Kruger National Park.

Build your dream lodge on banks of the game-rich Crocodile River right in the heart of the African Bush.


Careers in Southern Africa

Looking for a career opportunity in Southern Africa? Conscript Africa is a South African based recruitment agency with international reach that connects quality clients with premier candidates. Contact Conscript Africa if you are interested in working in Southern Africa or if your organization wishes to hire Southern African employees and tap into their vast IT and Executive resource pool.

Current possitions
Mechanical Engineer PHP Developer HR Specialist
Job Type Permanent Job Type Permanent / Contract Job Type Contract
Location Johannesburg Location Pretoria Location Bryanston
Salary Negotiable Salary R5000 pm Salary R25-R30k pm
Description A senior Mechanical Engineer needed in Aeroton - JHB - South.At least 5-10 years relevant experience. Theoretical and practical experience. Will be head of maintenance Description Junior PHP Developer with some experience, or at least the relevant training. Good position for someone that just completed his/her studies.

Description

This position is responsible for creating and providing HR Infrastructure. This includes identifying and implementing process improvements, creating ad hoc and monthly reports, owning communication with the client group. Must have theHR qualification; minimum of 2-5 years payroll admin experience.