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08/07/2024, 12:08 PM
The long awaited South African general elections have passed and now we have set our hopes on the Government of National Unity (GNU) to take the country on a new path. In his weekly newsletter, President... More
08/07/2024, 12:07 PM
The Minara Chamber of Commerce announces the opening of nominations for the prestigious Minara Business Recognition Awards 2024. With Standard Bank South Africa as our Supporting Partner 2024, we are thrilled... More
08/07/2024, 12:01 PM
Mpumzi Swana, the chief operating officer at SAMAC Engineering Solutions, was born in the Eastern Cape, where he says his story begins. The Swana family moved to KZN when he was five years old and Mpumzi... More
08/07/2024, 11:56 AM
In the digital age, retail businesses are overwhelmed with data, making information compliance not just a necessity but a cornerstone of sustainable business practice. As retail operations handle a vast array... More
08/07/2024, 11:54 AM
EThekwini Municipality is leveraging on international best practice in the blue economy which encompasses all ocean-related industries, such as maritime transport, fisheries, renewable energy and... More
08/07/2024, 11:52 AM
Entrepreneurship is an unpredictable journey filled with ambitious goals and relentless pursuits. Yet, a harsh truth often overlooked is the gap between facts and assumptions. Here are my seven key actions for... More
08/07/2024, 11:50 AM
TOMY Takkies, a proudly African footwear brand under Bata South Africa, hits the big 6-0 this year, celebrating six decades of renowned versatility and timeless style. Starting off as a brand catering to... More
08/07/2024, 11:48 AM
In a recent interview, Russell Curtis, Head of Invest Durban, said that a growing and powerful dynamic is that the business sector leadership are forming much more local and international partnerships.... More
08/07/2024, 11:45 AM
Article by: Richard Hoal and Khanya Mgebisa - Cox Yeats Attorneys Industry associations play a vital role in fostering collaboration and innovation, setting industry benchmarks and norms as well as... More
08/07/2024, 11:43 AM
Standard Bank and KZN Top Business are delighted to announce the shortlisted entries in this year’s business awards. The annual Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards celebrate and promote successful large and... More
08/07/2024, 11:40 AM
Dr Nompumelelo NkosiNtombela, affectionately known as Dr Lelo, is not your typical medical practitioner. At 30 years old, she embodies a unique blend of healing hands and a heart dedicated to social... More
08/07/2024, 11:37 AM
Are you bored out of your mind at work? Is spending the better part of your waking hours just not inspiring you? There can be nothing more soul destroying than feeling absolutely bored at work. I am not... More
08/07/2024, 11:34 AM
The Imperative for Green Manufacturing Practices The global manufacturing sector faces a multifaceted challenge: balancing economic growth with environmental responsibility. A paradigm shift is taking place in... More
08/07/2024, 11:32 AM
Three KZN SMEs triumph at the Durban Automotive Cluster Dragons’ Den Event. The Durban Automotive Cluster (DAC) Business Accelerator held its ‘Dragons’ Den’ event at The Pearls in Umhlanga Rocks on 4 June... More
08/07/2024, 11:29 AM
Financial advisors play a vital role in shaping financial futures. By creating tailored blueprints for individuals and businesses based on their goals, income, and financial situation, their expertise helps... More
08/07/2024, 11:27 AM
With so many tent options available, the question of which is best for your function or purpose is often asked. The answer is simple, frame tents are best suited to glamorous weddings, concerts, festivals,... More
08/07/2024, 11:24 AM
Recognising and addressing dependency in your leadership style is the first step towards transformation. Picture this: You’re in a leadership role, striving to inspire and drive your team towards success. Yet,... More
08/07/2024, 11:22 AM
The iLembe Chamber launched its 14th annual The Entrepreneur Competition in May 2024! The Entrepreneur programme continues to lead entrepreneurial development, business acceleration and SMME support in the... More
08/07/2024, 11:19 AM
Bringing about the creation of an efficient South African business ecosystem has been at the heart of The Africa Marketing Initiative’s (TAMI) purpose and vision. Business ecosystems are essential for the... More
08/07/2024, 11:15 AM
The conditions were near-perfect as some 172 swimmers competed in the 1 Mile, 4 Mile, and 8 Mile events at the Oceans 8 Charity Swim which took place at Durban Undersea Club on 15 and 16 June. This annual... More
08/07/2024, 11:12 AM
Servant leadership is a paradox for some. Opposed to attracting and wielding power or an over-burdening ego, a servant leader strives to create merit through stewardship and community building. Success is... More
08/05/2024, 01:30 PM
Having a sense of purpose generally drives our actions and impacts how we feel. The more we feel that our lives and work have meaning, the more likely we will apply our time and skills toward contributing to... More
08/05/2024, 01:27 PM
#HOWABOUTNOW This year’s Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards gala dinner will now take place on Wednesday 17 July 2024. The date for this important event has been changed to avoid any distraction or... More
08/05/2024, 01:23 PM
Hantie Plomp’s professional studies began at the University of Pretoria, where she completed a Bachelor of Science degree in microbiology and physiology. Her first employment was in AngloGold Ashanti’s... More
08/05/2024, 01:18 PM
Employees have an obligation to make their personal services available to the employer and to do so with due diligence, competence, and good faith within the employment relationship. In terms of the contract,... More
08/05/2024, 01:14 PM
Isaac Mbatha’s journey to success proves that dedication pays off. Mbatha, the CEO of Sky Tents, was one of ten Black Industrialists recognised at an awards ceremony held at the Sandton International... More
08/05/2024, 01:11 PM
In the fast-paced world of business, where profit margins and market share often dominate the conversation, it’s easy to forget one essential truth: ‘No one cares how much you know until they know how much you... More
08/05/2024, 12:00 PM
For AfriSam, South Africa’s leading suppliers of cement, aggregate and readymix concrete to the building and construction industries, the regular technical assessment of its equipment has become an operational... More
08/05/2024, 11:58 AM
Invest Durban was a proud sponsor of the MANCOSA East Coast Radio Business Breakfast, which was held on Thursday, 11 April 2024, at Durban’s ICC. The theme of this year’s breakfast was #From Dreams to... More
08/05/2024, 11:55 AM
Under the theme, Unlocking South African Growth, President Cyril Ramaphosa, along with Klaus Plenge, Managing Director Southern Africa, and Nomusa Dube-Ncube, Premier of KwaZulu-Natal, officially reopened... More
08/05/2024, 11:51 AM
The Competition Act (the Act) provides that mergers above a defined threshold must be notified to the Competition Commission (the Commission) and may not be implemented until a merger approval has been... More
08/05/2024, 11:49 AM
The Durban International Convention Centre (Durban ICC) proudly announces the grand opening of its newest venture, the Durban ICC Business Lounge. This upscale space, designed to cater to the needs of business... More
08/05/2024, 11:47 AM
Nozipho Ngobese is the recently appointed Head of Operations at Ithala SOC Limited. Following her matriculation, Nozipho studied computer and office administration at Natal College before joining Ithala in... More
08/05/2024, 11:44 AM
Saving a species and their forest habitat South Africa’s Cape Parrot is more than just a colourful bird; it is a symbol of the precious biodiversity hidden within the nation’s Afromontane or Southern Mistbelt... More
08/05/2024, 11:39 AM
Human beings are social beings. They need gratifying social relationships for mental and physical wellbeing. Flawed or absent social relationships can lead to loneliness, which has been perceived as a global... More
08/05/2024, 11:38 AM
When our students embark on their two-year journey of the GIBS manufacturing focused MBA on the Toyota Wessels Institute for Manufacturing Studies (TWIMS) campus, they arrive excited, apprehensive and slightly... More
08/05/2024, 11:35 AM
Trade between all countries in 2022 totalled approximately $31 trillion. The total value can be separated into $24.2 trillion worth of goods and $6.8 trillion worth of services, according to World Trade... More
08/05/2024, 11:33 AM
The South African retail industry operates in a complex and challenging environment. Economic uncertainty, rising costs, and unpredictable consumer demands have created conditions in which retailers must... More
08/05/2024, 11:31 AM
Join a free workshop for SMEs in the CTFL sector The journey for most South African Small, Medium Enterprises (SMEs) is fraught with challenges, with a staggering 75% failure rate* – one of the highest in the... More
08/05/2024, 11:27 AM
What is the Comfort Zone? The comfort zone is a psychological state where a person feels safe, secure, and in control. It is characterised by a lack of stress and anxiety, which can lead to increased... More
08/05/2024, 11:24 AM
Shubnum Khan is a South African author and artist. When not travelling, Shubnum lives in Durban writing and drawing for a living. She holds a Master’s degree in English and has been selected for a number of... More
08/05/2024, 11:22 AM
A person’s energy is a combination of their mindset, their dominant thoughts, and their perception of the world. Sometimes that energy is easily felt, and other times it manifests subtly and subconsciously.... More
08/05/2024, 11:19 AM
KZN Top Business is proud to be publishing a leaders’ portfolio in 2024. Much material has been researched and written about the topic of being a good leader. As has been said by Tony Robbins, “The importance... More
08/05/2024, 11:16 AM
Following a successful resurgence of the annual Corporate Golf Day hosted by The Association for The Aged (TAFTA) last year, the non-profit organisation is once again calling on corporates and teams of... More
08/05/2024, 11:12 AM
Driving through one of the northern suburbs I noticed a roughly written sign: ‘HumanKind Be Both’. There is harmony in this word. In a poem called “Kindness” by Naomi Shihab Nye (1952), she writes how:... More
20/02/2024, 11:02 PM
Much debate, as well as uncertainty, is currently taking place in the run up to the South African general election with the announcement of the polling date imminent. Many business owners are hoping that... More
20/02/2024, 10:41 PM
In what may be his last State of the Nation Address (SoNA) depending on the outcomes of the imminent National Elections, President Cyril Ramaphosa’s speech appears to be an early celebration of anti-corruption... More
20/02/2024, 10:27 PM
Shaaz Moosa is the CEO and CFO of Supahot Geysers and MS Group Holdings. His business career has, he says, been motivated by his family who have all operated business enterprises. Straight after finishing... More
20/02/2024, 10:13 PM
What if your employee is training as a traditional healer that requires them to use cannabis? According to Section 6 of the Employment Equity Act (EEA), unfair discrimination based on various grounds,... More
20/02/2024, 10:02 PM
The Durban Automotive Cluster (DAC) is delighted to announce the opening of applications for its Business Accelerator. This ground-breaking programme is spearheaded by the unwavering support of the eThekwini... More
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