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Eskom has confirmed that its CEO Brian Dames will deliver the opening address at the annual African Utility Week conference and exhibition on 22 May in Johannesburg.

The technological explosion of the past three decades has brought about many advantages. Some of these include an increased ease in the way people are doing business. However, there is also a flip side to these advances.

African Utility Week director Claire Volkwyn says the recent launch of the Green Climate Fund at COP17 in Durban will impact quite significantly on the generation sector in particular.

The Cloud Computing World Forum will be making it's next stop in South Africa on the 8th May in Johannesburg.

Macmillan South Africa has announced its diamond sponsorship for the 6th annual African Education Week conference and exhibition taking place in Johannesburg in July next year.

There is only 6 days left before the Johannesburg International Motor Show starts and we are counting these days! - The Johannesburg International Motor Show is due to start on the 8th of October 2011 up to the 16th of October 2011.

South African Energy and Public Enterprises Ministers, Elizabeth Dipuo Peters and Malusi Gigaba are both speaking at the opening session of the upcoming Solar Energy Africa conference in Johannesburg from 19-20 September.

Massive public enterprises are still battling to get maintenance off the back-burner while at the same time huge investment is going into new-build projects, according to Tracey-Lee Zurcher, the project director of Reliability & Maintenance Week.

A database detailing all microhydro installations in Eastern and Southern Africa will be launched at the upcoming Hydropower Africa conference and exhibition in Johannesburg from 19-23 September.

Marelli Motori says the time and energy it has invested in the African market in the last few years is starting to pay off. The global Italian generator giant will be at the Hydropower Africa conference and exhibition in Johannesburg in September.

Small hydropower projects have proven to be major contributors to the electrification of developing countries and Sub Saharan Africa’s small hydro potential still remains largely untapped, says Nicolaas Loretz, project director Hydropower Africa.

Johannesburg is one of the finest cosmopolitan cities that Africa has to offer and holds affluence and development that is rare in the continent. Whether one is a business traveler or a holidaymaker, this city must be paid a visit.

One of the key issues facing FET colleges and universities is the need to align courses with the demand for skills in the workplace says African Education Week's Claire O’Connell.

At the annual African Education Week in Johannesburg in July, the education sector will focus on creating a safer and more secure learning environment and also look at technology that is helping to prevent security breaches.

Teachers in a South African primary school are using Microsoft’s interactive hands-free gaming systems, Xbox Kinect, to improve English literacy among learners. Results will be presented at the African Education Week in Johannesburg in July.

Air France and Royal Dutch KLM, the two associated airlines, wrap up the globe as they bring to us a phenomenal offer of worldwide discounted business class airfares for return flights.

More than 8000 teachers in the South African provinces of Gauteng and North West are currently receiving free training from the Macmillan Teacher Campus to assist them in teaching English as a First Additional Language.

New Business market report from Business Monitor International: "South Africa Real Estate Report Q2 2011"

If you are looking for a quiet little spot in the centre of Midrand to have a tasty lunch away from the office, I have to recommend the Constantia Hotel.

San Diego-Based Company Continues Overseas Expansion with Offices Opening in Johannesburg and Sydney

The unique Victorian Style Sunnyside Park Hotel is offering Themed Conference Refreshment Breaks within the reduced Day Conference Package for Conference Delegates

Airport Grand Hotel and Conference Centre close to OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa

Bataung Memorials put smiles on the tiny faces of 35 orphans from Katlehong. This, after the Tombstone manufacturing company, staged a CHRISTMAS PARTY for children from the Fountain Of Love Orphanage Centre in Katlehong, on 19 December 2010.

Popular China travel website Ctrip has ranked Phuket as the sixth most popular holiday destination. The poll received a total of 7.5 million votes....

The Gandhi house, named Satyagraha House and owned by Voyageurs de Monde Group, will be rennovated into a Gandhi memorial. It is now officially registered as part of South African national heritage.

The former home of Mahatma Gandhi is for sale and Coal India Limited, an Indian state controlled company, are trying to buy the South African property. It's their second attempt to do so.

Agoda.se meddelade idag att man har inlett ett samarbete med hotellkedjan Protea, Sydafrikas största hotellgrupp.

White Digital Media, a leading digital business media source for C-level executives around the world, announced today their plans of establishing offices in Sydney, Australia and Johannesburg, South Africa...

This exciting event will aim to set a record for the largest gathering of Santa's in one venue; and people of all ages are invited to done their Santa suites, arrive at the commons, and be counted.

We recognize that no two customers are the same, so we take the time to assess your individual needs and help you find the loan that works for you.

Customized Software Development is becoming the preferred option for business to manage increasingly complex processes. Customized software is becoming the mission critical element to keep business competitive in today's environment.

It's Spring Break in South Africa! Value Car Hire has some fantastic special deals for your sunny holiday in SA.

This class explores a comprehensive and appropriate system of internal control to ensure effective operations, understand and mitigate risks, identify and discourage irregularities in line with company policies and safeguard of assets and resources.

Brussels, Belgium - Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. has received the World Travel Award for ‘Africa’s Leading Hotel Group’ at a prestigious gala ceremony held in Johannesburg, South Africa in July 2010.

Live feed from the streets of Johannesburg in South Africa as public sector workers start an indefinite strike over pay and working conditions

The Johannesburg Zoo first founded in the 1904 under the operation and ownership of Johannesburg city took off as a residency of 1 male lion, 1 male Baboon, 1 female Leopard, a pair of Indian Apes, 2 male Sable Antelope, 1 golden Eagle,

Furniture designer Ilovani is showcasing their unique furniture and accessory range at Decorex. Their products are featured in the exclusive South African Hand Made Collection, a brilliant initiative driven by the Department of Trade and Industry.

Some words about attractions of Johannesburg to feel the vibrancy, and dynamism in the Johannesburg kick.

Value Car Hire’s latest rental car specials will see you cruising around South Africa at super affordable rates.

Due to the hosts of FIFA 2010 Johannesburg got the worldwide fame, this city of South Africa is have solid background in sports.

Live view from Johannesburg and the Soccer City Stadium by webcam as the city prepares for the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final between Spain and The Netherlands

Webcam view from Johannesburg and the Soccer City Stadium in South Africa, as Spain play The Netherlands in the 2010 FIFA World Cup Final

A selection of webcam views from around South Africa covering the FIFA World Cup 2010 stadiums and host cities.

Gautrain took its first run on June 7, 2010 Monday, changing the level and standard of modern transportation in South Africa for ever.

World Football INSIDER is on the scene in South Africa to report on key results and controversies involving the 32 teams competing in the 2010 World Cup and organizational issues swirling around off the pitch.

Parking SA is South Africa's first web-based parking portal and marketplace providing an online advertising and parking booking system that allows tenants to find and book parking spaces. Visit www.parkingsa.co.za for more info.

Dumazulu, is located in the heart of Zululand’s Kwa-Zulu natal region near Hluhluwe village, directly on the main tourist route, between the Kruger national park and Durban.

The story of one of the most remarkable architectural transformations from FNA to Soccer City began at a site already flagged in the books of history for being the holy place of Nelson

World Cup excitement has reached a fever pitch. HotelTravel.com has launched its best ever series of comprehensive travel guides to ensure football fans attending the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa will have the time of their lives.

Over 65,000 fans from five continents joined a 3500-strong crowd in Johannesburg via a live stream for an exclusive performance by Tiësto at Smirnoff Experience™ South Africa ‘Mashup Street’