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6 tips to putting the joy back in your job

Image source: kenishirotie – 123RF.com Is it possible to make work enjoyable and inspiring when you dread office hours? Michael Gullan of G&G Advocacy, an e-learning consultancy, shares a simple strategy for finding happiness – and success – in your career. “There are ways to achieve greater job satisfaction that don’t involve resigning,” said Gullan,…

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SA mulls tax rebates, subsidies to boost local EV industry

Cars are seen on display at a showroom of a Nissan dealership in Melrose, South Africa, 16 July 2024. Reuters/Siphiwe Sibeko/File Photo Global automakers like Ford, Volkswagen, BMW and Toyota manufacture models in South Africa for both the local and European markets. Britain and the European Union jointly consume 46% of the vehicles the country…

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2025 Medical scheme contribution hikes: What’s driving the surge and what does this mean for you?

Source: 123RF. Among the top five open medical schemes, Bestmed and Medihelp have reported the highest average increase of 12.75% and 10.8% respectively. Following closely are Bonitas with 10.2%, Momentum with 9.4%, and Discovery with 9.3%. What are the components of the contribution increases? The contribution increases need to allow for CPI, plus an additional…

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Zifa adopt new constitution

Eight members did not vote at the Zifa Annual General Meeting that was held in Harare on Friday morning. The Zifa Assembly has adopted a new constitution after 48 members gave their nod while only two were against adopting the draft that was on the table. Eight members did not vote at the Zifa Annual…

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No stitches for snitches: Role of leniency in dismantling cartels

Image source: Denis Ismagilov – 123RF.com Instead, the word cartel actually derives from the Italian cartello, meaning “leaf of paper”. As time evolved, the “leaf of paper” in question became one of a written agreement between parties, regulating certain conduct. Accordingly, it is from this utilisation that the modern interpretation of the word was born….

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Visa and littlefish launch digital revolution for African small businesses

Source: Supplied. This partnership will support micro, small, and medium-sized businesses (MSMEs) across Africa by streamlining their in-store and online digital experiences through advanced business solutions and value-added services. Despite the global rise of digital payments, research suggests that the majority of day-to-day transactions in Africa still occur in cash, highlighting a critical need for…

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