Upbeat Mango looks ahead Nov 18, 2009
Chief executive officer Nico Bezuidenhout said in a statement global forecasts remained bleak, but the increased international trend of investing in emerging markets may hold positive spinoffs for South Africa and its aviation industry. "The increasing importance of emerging markets on the global stage is highlighted with the economic successes of Brazil, Russia, India and China. Emerging markets have unleashed a massive growth surge in the world economy.". (iAfrica.com)
Flower happy with progress Nov 18, 2009
Article By: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:30 England coach Andy Flower believes his side has progressed nicely two weeks into their tour of South Africa ... They face South Africa A in a 50-over warm-up match in Potchefstroom on Tuesday and Flower is confident they are in good shape heading into the first game of the five-match one-day series starting in Johannesburg on Friday ... Paul Collingwood (back), who missed the game on Sunday, is a major doubt for the match at Senwes Park and with a tough winter... (iAfrica.com)
Selebi witness in Dubai Nov 18, 2009
Several media reports suggested the prosecution was struggling to locate him but Eyewitness News understands he has been in Dubai for the past few days and can only travel to South Africa on Wednesday. The former fugitive is on the European Union's blacklist due to his close relationship with Zimbabwe's President Robert Mugabe. (iAfrica.com)
MTN to lay off over 400 in SA Nov 17, 2009
MTN to lay off over 400 in South Africa- Jobs-News By Industry-News-The Economic Times ... MTN to lay off over 400 in South Africa16 Nov 2009, 2208 hrs IST, REUTERS ... JOHANNESBURG: Africa's biggest mobile phone operator, MTN, plans to lay off at least 400 staff in South Africa to cut costs as the recession bites. (India Times)
Living Life 2 The Limit? Nov 17, 2009
Created by Huenu Solsona, the Argentina-born founder of the hugely successful Adventure Boot Camp for Women, which now boasts 22 franchises across South Africa, Life 2 The Limit loosely follows the concept of hit television show Survivor, but without the Hollywood touches that eased the challenge of the small screen contestants ... The most recent addition is Saul Kornik, a South African entrepreneur in the health industry. (iAfrica.com)
* Frenzied supporters greet Egyptian, Algerian teams Nov 17, 2009
After a last minute equalizer from Egypt on Saturday night, the teams will play a decider tomorrow in Khartoum for the chance to play in South Africa next year ... Ghana had already sealed its place at next years World Cup in South Africa after winning its opening four group games, but still fielded a full strength team. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Africa: Dying in Pain a Reality for Most Africans Nov 17, 2009
com: Africa: Dying in Pain a Reality for Most Africans (Page 1 of 1). Dying in Pain a Reality for Most Africans. (allAfrica.com)
MSC Cruises urges Transnet to upgrade Durban terminal Nov 17, 2009
MSC Cruises' ship the Sinfonia, which has the capacity to carry 2 100 passengers, began its first five-month season in South Africa this weekend. Alan Foggit, a director of Starlight Cruises, which is the South African sales agent for MSC Cruises, said the Sinfonia was expected to produce turnover of R220m in the current cruise season, generating R16m in commission for travel agents ... MSC Cruises has been operating in South African waters for several years, with the Rhapsody and Melody cruise... (Business Report, South Africa)
Dejected Bahrain turn attention to Asian Cup Nov 17, 2009
Espanyol midfielder Shunsuke Nakamura is expected to play for Japan after coming on as a second half substitute in their 0-0 friendly draw with South Africa on Saturday. I didn t play many minutes (against South Africa). (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
* Stars and fans say goodbye to German keeper Robert Enke Nov 16, 2009
The 32-year-old, who had been set to travel with the Germany squad to next Junes 2010 World Cup in South Africa, flung himself under a commuter train at a small town near Hanover on Tuesday evening having suffered from depression. An emotional memorial service was held at Hanover 96s stadium, where Enke should have been in goal for the next home game against Bayern Munich. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Will it be sweet November for WTO? Nov 16, 2009
Although trade ministers from all 153 countries may not be part of the informal meet, key countries, including India, the US, Brazil, the EU, South Africa, Malaysia and Egypt, would participate in the Doha talks, a commerce ministry official told ET.. Launched in November 2001, the Doha Round seeks to open up world markets in goods and services further. (India Times)
Sudeshna Sen: Let's salute Nov 16, 2009
And, umm, if South Africa can, after what theyve been through, the argument that its a symbol of white, colonial rule seems a bit weak. And if Europe and Germany can do it together, the argument that remembrance breeds division is even weaker. (India Times)
SA, Nigeria boost trade relationsCape Town, South Africa (PANA) - South Africa is looking forward to working withNigerian businesses to further open up tradeopportunities and allow investment to grow between the two countries, Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe said on Sunday. 16/11/2009 Full Text... Nov 16, 2009
Cape Town, South Africa (PANA) - South Africa is looking forward to working with Nigerian businesses to further open up trade opportunities and allow investment to grow between the two countries, Deputy Pre sident Kgalema Motlanthe said on Sunday. He spoke during a business roundtable which formed part of the 10-year anniversa ry celebration of the South Africa-Nigeria Bi-National Commission (BNC) ... Motlanthe said the business relationship between Nigeria and South Africa was fu ll of... (Panapress.com)
•World Cup qualifying latest Nov 15, 2009
(CNN) -- The final 32 for the 2010 World Cup finals has become clearer after the latest round of qualifying matches with three more nations claiming places in South Africa. A total of 23 nations have already booked their tickets for South Africa and the tournament promises to be a real football extravaganza with top teams of the caliber of Spain, Italy, Germany, Brazil, Argentina, England, the Netherlands, Ivory Coast and Ghana already securing their places ... Achille Webo and Samuel Eto were... (CNN -- International)
Rockwood student takes hunting trip to South Africa Nov 15, 2009
The 12-year-old Rockwood Area School District student took a week-long hunting trip with his father, John, to South Africa. One week before that he was in Italy with his father who was working. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Can a New U.S. Tourism Board Woo Visitors? Nov 15, 2009
South Africa has 10 offices on four continents. America has none, relying instead on the private sector to attract tourists. (Time.com)
Raghu Krishnan:Turn defeat to victory Nov 15, 2009
After losing the Ashes Test series in England this summer, Australia stormed back to first thrash the hosts in a 7-match ODI series and then win the ICC Champions Trophy in South Africa, before beating Dhonis men in a keenly contested ODI series in India. That Ponting at times had difficulty in fielding 11 fit players in the just-concluded series in India speaks volumes of the determination of the Aussie team. (India Times)
The golden glow Nov 15, 2009
Few golfers in the 1960s through to the 1980s did, save for Gary Player when his beloved South Africa was enveloped in world rage against apartheid. I well remember in 1970 when Nicklaus was here for the old Dunlop International at Manly and he went out for the evening plus a few extra hours to a little French restaurant in Paddington. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Nalco shelves SA project Nov 15, 2009
NEW DELHI: In a twin decision on its global operations involving about Rs 27,000-crore investment, the state-owned aluminium major Nalco has shelved its proposed project in South Africa, and has put on hold the one in Iran. Nalco had planned a Rs 17,000-crore project in South Africa to set up a 5-lakh tonne aluminium smelter plant and a 1,250-MW power plant ... In a twin decision on its global operations involving about Rs 27,000-crore investment, the state-owned aluminium major Nalco has... (India Times)
Top 10 cities to party the night away Nov 14, 2009
Cape Town, South AfricaWith the 2010 World Cup bringing a global audience to South Africa, the partying will only get harder as travelers converge on a city already well known for nightlife ... Visitors must try some of the wines crafted by South Africa's world-renowned vintners, either at a Cape Town bar or at one of several wineries nearby. (MSNBC -- Travel)
U.S. to test depth vs. Slovakia in WCup warm-up Nov 14, 2009
Both teams secured qualification for next year's tournament in South Africa by winning their qualifying groups ... The U.S. surprised many when it reached the final at the eight-team Confederations Cup tournament in June in South Africa, which served as a World Cup test event. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
GIC Re plans calamities pool to cover Afro-Asian disasters Nov 14, 2009
On GIC Res expansion plans, Mr Raghavan said the company was planning to open a branch in Malaysia before the end of this financial year while the next fiscal will see another coming up in Johannesburg, South Africa. Read business stories in. (India Times)
France down Boks Nov 14, 2009
France extended their 12-year unbeaten run against South Africa on French soil when they recorded a hard-fought 20-13 win at Stadium Municipal, Toulouse, on Friday ... It is South Africa's second defeat on their year-end tour - after also going down to Leicester Tigers in the opener last week Friday ... South Africa had two chances to recover the lead - the first from that five-metre line-out when Chabal beat Matfield for the ball and the second when Steyn missed a penalty for foul play. (iAfrica.com)
* Thousands of fans to mourn Germanys Enke Nov 14, 2009
Ballack, Germany coach Joa-chim Loew and the rest of the squad will attend the emotional event at Hannover 96s ground before Enke, who was set to travel to South Africa for next years World Cup, is buried at a private service. Germany were to play Chile in a friendly today, but after consultation with senior players Ballack, Philipp Lahm, Bastian Schweinsteiger and Per Mertesacker, the German Football Federation (DFB) called the game off. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
O'Neill applauds as Melbourne lands the 15th team Nov 13, 2009
The panel, comprising of former All Blacks World Cup-winning captain David Kirk and retired New Zealand High Court judge Barry Paterson, decided that Melbourne should receive the licence ahead of the Southern Kings from Port Elizabeth in South Africa for the expanded tournament, which begins in 2011 ... Working heavily in Melbourne's favour was that the franchise will play in a five-team Australian conference, thus avoiding the enormous amount of travel involved if the South African province had... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Hottest ticket Nov 13, 2009
Saturday's crucial football match in Cairo between Egypt and their arch-rivals Algeria could decide which of these two north African countries will go to the 2010 football World Cup in South Africa ... Officials on both sides say there is so much tension because both teams desperately want to qualify for the World Cup in South Africa. (BBC News -- Africa)
Gold hits record high above $1,123 per ounce Nov 13, 2009
South Africa, formerly the world's biggest gold producer and now number three, said its gold output dropped 9. 3 percent in volume terms in September. (India Times)
Goalkeeper Robert Enke apologised in suicide note Nov 13, 2009
The 32-year-old, set to travel with the Germany squad to next June's 2010 World Cup in South Africa, flung himself under a busy commuter train at a small town near Hanover on Tuesday evening having suffered from depression. His broken-hearted widow gave a press conference on Wednesday explaining how her husband had been treated for depression since 2003 and had an acute fear of failure. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Maradona refuses to talk about possible FIFA ban Nov 13, 2009
Maradona said the criticism he has faced during one year in charge has been excessive and that he faced difficult moments, none worse than when the Albiceleste looked like they might not reach the 2010 finals in South Africa. Argentina last missed the World Cup in 1970. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Disney sets out to make 'The Passion for kids' Nov 12, 2009
Scientists in South Africa have hailed the discovery of a huge new dinosaur, Aardonyx celestae, that predates the giants of the Jurassic period. Sergeant Kimberly Munley a 34-year-old mother of two who heroically confronted the gunman at Fort Hood and averted an even greater massacre, has spoken of the ordeal on the Oprah Winfrey Show. (Yahoo News -- 'The Passion of the Christ')
China to block Buthelezi? Nov 12, 2009
Attempts to persuade the South African government to block Buthelezi also failed as government told the Chinese that South Africa is a democratic country which allowed its citizens to travel anywhere as they wished ... Schabir Shaik isn't the first South African criminal who has attempted to get a clean slate. (iAfrica.com)
Maradona to face FIFA disciplinary committee over outburst Nov 12, 2009
Maradona could be sidelined from matches in next year s World Cup if FIFA decide to hand him a stadium ban for his rant at the end of the 1-0 win in Uruguay that guaranteed his team a place at the Finals in South Africa. The volatile Argentina coach, who was kicked out of the 1994 World Cup as a player for a doping offence, will travel to FIFA s headquarters in Zurich for the hearing after his team s friendly in Spain on Saturday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Bank accounts to be corrected after tech glitch Nov 12, 2009
All card accounts affected by a Bankserv technology glitch earlier this month will be corrected, the Payments Association of South Africa (PASA) said on Wednesday ... PASA, mandated by the South African Reserve Bank, is the payment system management body responsible for regulating its members with regards to payments. (Business Report, South Africa)
61 IIM-C students bag international offers Nov 12, 2009
As many as 61 students bagged international offers in such locations as New York, London, Hong Kong, Singapore, Dubai and South Africa, with the possibility of more getting confirmed soon. Some 140 companies showed interest in hiring from IIMC, up from last years 110. (India Times)
Acting Eskom chairman to smooth ruffled feathers Nov 11, 2009
The deal that was brokered is credited as a landmark for the evolution of industrial relations in South Africa ... A former chief executive of Saatchi and Saatchi in South Africa, he also sits on the boards of Educor, environmental group WWF South Africa and the International Marketing Council, and is the founder of investment holding company Epitome Investments ... It has been said before that South Africans can spend like there is no tomorrow, and given our poor savings record and penchant to... (Business Report, South Africa)
Banned, but flying to CT Nov 11, 2009
TAAG, which is banned from flying within the European Union except to Lisbon because of safety concerns, on Monday made the first of its two flights a week to the South African city on a Boeing 737 ... "It is an important tourist destination in South Africa and many oil company employees who work in Angola use Cape Town as a hub to get back to their country of origin.". (iAfrica.com)
Injured Ronaldo ruled out of playoffs for Portugal Nov 11, 2009
Portugal plays Bosnia-Herzegovina in Lisbon on Saturday and then at Zenica on Nov. 18 with a place in next year's tournament in South Africa on the line. Madrid, which paid a world-record $141 million to Manchester United for the player in the offseason, had initially balked at allowing Ronaldo to travel as he hasn't played in a month. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Integreon acquires Grail Research Nov 11, 2009
The acquisition gives us a delivery base in China and South Africa with further scope to expand there, said Lokendra Tomar, COO, Asia Pacific, Integreon ... It currently employs around 200 people, of which 120 are based out of India and the rest out of China and South Africa. (India Times)
Football: Portugal rule out Ronaldo Nov 11, 2009
Real do not expect him to be fit for at least another two weeks, but Portugal had hoped he could help them qualify for the 2010 World Cup finals in South Africa. Queiroz defended his decision to make Ronaldo travel home to be assessed. (CNN -- International)
UK open to South Africans Nov 10, 2009
South Africans are being offered an opportunity to study and gain work experience in the United Kingdom under the new UK Tier 4 student visa, despite the South African Government's termination of the working holiday visa. This opportunity is available to South Africans through collaboration between South African-based Overseas Visitors Club (OVC) and London-based Fulham ea College (FCC) one of the highest academically acclaimed colleges of its type in London ... Debra Lightfoot,... (iAfrica.com)
Google's help sought in Koda investigation Nov 10, 2009
550 crore of it was sent to countries like Dubai, Thailand, Malaysia, South Africa, Liberia and other places. IT officials said the investigation of Koda had led to the largest number of raids in a particular case, undertaken by the department. (India Times)
Zimbabwe: Party Negotiators Set to Meet to Resolve Outstanding Issues Nov 10, 2009
Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai told his party supporters in Chitungwiza on Sunday that South African President Jacob Zuma is to visit the country in two weeks' time to review progress ... Veteran South African journalist Allister Sparks said ultimately it is South Africa that has the clout in the region to force Mugabe to fully implement the GPA. ... Just a simple warning that if Mugabe doesn't implement the GPA fully and tries to rule alone, South Africa will not recognize his government. (allAfrica.com)
British spies help prevent al Qaeda-inspired attack on New York subway... Nov 10, 2009
British spies help prevent al Qaeda-inspired attack on New York subway - Telegraph. Tuesday 10 November 2009. (The Drudge Report)
'Only a matter of time before terrorists use weapons of mass destruction' Nov 10, 2009
Discover all you need to know about South Africa and enter our competiton to win a trip to the western Cape. MORE FROM TELEGRAPH.CO.UK. (Yahoo News -- Biological and Chemical Weapons)
Galaxy win keeps Beckham in L.A. for MLS semifinals Nov 9, 2009
who made his World Cup debut with Beckham in the 1998 tournament, looks increasingly unlikely to make it to South Africa with Capello again omitting the striker from his 24-man squad. forward , who has made just one appearance for England since the Italian coach took charge in January 2008, has been named in the squad that will travel to the Middle East. (USA Today -- Sports)
Strong US recovery biggest threat to Australia Nov 9, 2009
After Australia is Brazil, Canada and South Africa. But your currency, more than any other, has become a proxy for perceptions of Chinese economic growth. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The West's undoing, as seen by North Korea Nov 9, 2009
After already recruiting a Scottish managing director who shares his name with a brand of whisky, Ian McLeod, and a Pommy chief beancounter, Tony Buffin, Coles is sniffing for talent in South Africa ... One CBD informant said Coles had made some very attractive offers to at least 10 South African price checkers to come to Australia ... A Coles spokesman, Jim Cooper, confirmed the group was ''looking to engage a few people from South Africa. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Beckham to miss England squad, stick with Galaxy Nov 9, 2009
Michael Owen, who made his World Cup debut with Beckham in the 1998 tournament, looks increasingly unlikely to make it to South Africa with Capello again omitting the Manchester United striker from his 24-man squad. Sunderland forward Darren Bent, who has made just one appearance for England since the Italian coach took charge in January 2008, has been named in the squad that will travel to the Middle East. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
Travel awards: Two more big wins for Malaysia Nov 9, 2009
Genting Malaysia Berhad president and chief operating officer Datuk Lee Choong Yan and Pan Pacific Hotels groups global sales manager (UK nd) Sheila Ainscough received their awards from Miss South Africa Tatum Keshwar and Miss Spain Estibaliz Pereira respectively. Lee said they were extremely proud to have won the world title for the fourth time. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
This day in history Nov 9, 2009
In 1976, the UN General Assembly approved resolutions condemning apartheid in South Africa, including one characterizing the white-ruled government as illegitimate. In 1999, with fireworks, concerts, and a huge party at the landmark Brandenburg Gate, Germany celebrated the 10th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall. (Boston Globe)
"The September Issue" Nov 8, 2009
Sea Shepherd's two oceangoing vessels, the Farley Mowat and the Robert Hunter, were denied national registry (by Belize and the United Kingdom, respectively) before their 2006 Antarctic campaign began; they sailed illegally from ports in South Africa and Chile, flying a self-designed pirate flag bearing a trident and shepherd's crook as its crossbones. More mainstream groups like Greenpeace have limited their seagoing ventures to documenting annual Japanese whaling expeditions and reporting them... (Salon)
Delayed bags, or disease? Nov 7, 2009
A new survey suggests that 53 percent of South African travellers would rather deal with the possibility of contracting swine flu than run the risk of losing their luggage. Although ACSA and the airlines have worked hard over the last year to curb theft and misplaced luggage, it is clear that this is still a big fear for both South African and global travellers, says Stephan Ekbergh, CEO and founder of Travelstart, which conducted the survey ... In South Africa around 10 000 personal items were... (iAfrica.com)
America is rusting because of free trade Nov 7, 2009
" But finally, the future doesn't necessarily have to be a zero sum game, with just one country ruling supreme before another overcomes it: First Britain, than the U.S., and then China. As noted above, China isn't the only country nervous about the dollar. Emerging nations like Brazil and India and Russia are also getting itchy -- and their clout is steadily growing. Michele Bachmann may not like it, but the world is becoming increasingly multipolar. The permanent expansion of the G-7 group of... (Salon)
David Cook, the American Idol winner, performs at Table Mountain Nov 7, 2009
Ladysmith shares piece of South Africa ... These days the group is still doing what it has been since the 1960s -- using a capella harmonies and captivating dance to share a piece of South Africa with the world. (Fresno Bee)
Scuba dive South Africa Nov 6, 2009
Article By: Fiona McIntosh Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:11 South Africa is underrated as a diving destination ... That said, diving in South Africa is not for the faint-hearted ... The mecca of South African divers is Sodwana Bay in northern KwaZulu-Natal. (iAfrica.com)
United States Claims #1 Spot For First Time as World's Top Country Brand Nov 6, 2009
- Canada Holds on to Second Spot and Australia Slips to Number Three - - Global Study Expanded to Cover Regional Rankings Including Asia Pacific, Sub-Sahara Africa and the Americas. This category remains one with tremendous potential not only for tourism but investment, trade and policy. (Canada Newswire)
Tatas to extend cheap housing to global market Nov 6, 2009
He identified South Africa, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Middle East countries as the markets where the new high-speed , high horse power truck could be introduced. Presently, it is being exported to South Korea. (India Times)
More >> Nov 6, 2009
ISB will study various facets of IPL, including the T20 format, its revenue model, the hype and the hoopla surrounding the event, the game of cricket and its entertainment value, the opportunities IPL has created and the difficulties it encountered during its second season when the event had to be shifted to South Africa due to general elections in India. A team of three faculty members from ISB, which includes visiting faculty from Darden B-school and a research associate, have been studying... (India Times)
Rwandans to see genocide on big screen Nov 6, 2009
Last year saw the release of Sometimes in April, which was made for US television, and Hotel Rwanda, an Oscar-nominated film that was shot in South Africa. A fourth film about the genocide, Un dimanche ; Kigali, based on Gil Courtemanche's novel A Sunday at the Pool in Kigali, was filmed in Rwanda and is scheduled for release later this year. (Yahoo News -- Rwanda)
Zimbabwe faces new deadline for reforms Nov 6, 2009
South Africa was tasked with evaluating Zimbabwe's progress and reporting back to the Southern African Development Community (SADC), the 15-nation bloc that acts as guarantor to the power-sharing deal. Tsvangirai spoke only briefly afterwards to announce the end of the boycott, but Mugabe and his ZANU-PF party made no remarks. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Roubini's wrong on 'bubbles' in gold, emerging markets: Jim Rogers Nov 5, 2009
Roubini told a conference in South Africa past month investors were doing the mother of all carry trades by buying assets with borrowed dollars. He said emerging-market equities are showing a bubble, that gains in some developing-nation currencies are becoming excessive and that the rally in oil is not justified by the fundamentals. (India Times)
Don't miss out! Nov 5, 2009
South Africa is now the world's sixth biggest drinker of premium whisky, and this year's show has a palate-teasing offering of over 180 whiskies and includes at least four new product launches which will be available for sampling for the first time ... Roxy Surf Jams are a big hit amongst the female surfers in South Africa, and are proving to be a great launching pad for girls heading out on the Pro Tour. (iAfrica.com)
Big scramble to get all 2010's eggs in one basket Nov 4, 2009
With up to half a million well-heeled tourists due to visit South Africa next year for at least five weeks during the World Cup, food and drink suppliers can expect a boom ... This of course is over and above what South Africans will eat while the tournament is on ... So not only does South Africa have to ramp up production, but it has to get food supplies to restaurants, hotels and fast food outlets at the right time and in the right quantity. (Business Report, South Africa)
Danny wants Olympics? Nov 4, 2009
Article By: Wed, 04 Nov 2009 07:36 Next year's World Cup will help South Africa promote its tourism industry in new markets, especially in the Americas where the nation has little presence, organising chief Danny Jordaan said Tuesday. Qualifying nations like Mexico and Honduras will raise South Africa's profile in the Americas, while strong ticket sales in the United States will give the country a new boost among American travellers, he told parliament's tourism committee ... This year South... (iAfrica.com)
ZZ Top star picks very un-rock star way of getting to Wembley Nov 4, 2009
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