MALAWI

Malawi: MISA pens Mutharika over proposed legislation

[Gregory Gondwe] The Malawi Chapter of the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA Malawi) has written President Bingu wa Mutharika, appealing to him not to assent to the proposed amendment of Section 46 of the Penal Code, as it is inconsistent with the Republican Constitution. Read more >>

AFRICA

Top 10 SEO mistakes made by SEO specialists

[Yoray Narainpersad] Over years of assisting many in optimising their websites, I have come across many instances in which SEO specialists don't follow simple SEO techniques. These techniques, if not implemented correctly, can have a negative effect on your website's ranking. Here are the top 10 SEO mistakes that people generally make. Read more >>

AFRICA

Ogilvy Africa scoops AdFocus Agency Network of the Year again

Ogilvy Africa has been awarded African Advertising Agency Network of the Year for the 2010 Financial Mail AdFocus Awards for the second year running. The awards ceremony was held earlier this week at the Alexander Theatre in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, South Africa. For more read Ogilvy Joburg: third time AdFocus Ad Agency of the Year.

ZIMBABWE

Zim telecoms regulator to control high internet costs

[Dumisani Ndlela] The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz) is pushing for drastic cuts in internet tariffs, which critics have said are "the most expensive in the world". Read more >>

AFRICA

Will Facebook succeed where Gmail did not?

[Carmia Lureman] Facebook caused quite the stir when it revealed 'Project Titan' - its new messaging system (apparently referred to as the Gmail-killer by Facebook employees). Across the interweb this has sparked either one of two outcries: "Facebook is killing Gmail!" or "Facebook is killing email!". Read more >>

UGANDA

Uganda: ICT boom for economy, a bust for some women

[Rosebell Kagumire] KAMPALA: The rapid growth of the ICT market in Uganda has been greeted with optimism over its potential to boost the country's development. But less attention is being paid to the increase in gender-based violence due to the use of information and communications technology. Read more >>

AFRICA

African innovation truly coming of age

[Erik Hersman] A couple of years ago you didn't hear the words "Africa" and "innovation" paired up quite as much as you do today. But just look at my schedule for the coming week, and you'll see how much things have changed. Read more >>

AFRICA

UNESCO, Knight Centre wrap up African training

PARIS: The Knight Centre for Journalism in the Americas has just completed an online course as part of an agreement with UNESCO to help journalism professors in Africa with training on digital media. More than 20 professors from Cameroon, Ghana, Kenya, Madagascar, Namibia, Nigeria, South Africa, Uganda and Zimbabwe followed the course. Read more >>

AFRICA

Journalists on the frontlines of press freedom honoured

NEW YORK: Outstanding journalists at the forefront of the battle for press freedom in Ethiopia, Iran, Russia, and Venezuela were honoured Tuesday evening, 23 November 2010, at the Committee to Protect Journalists' 20th Annual International Press Freedom Awards benefit dinner. Read more >>

AFRICA

Branson launching digital magazine for iPad

SAN FRANCISCO: British tycoon Richard Branson will unveil a digital magazine tailored for viewing on Apple's popular iPad tablet computers, according to press conference invitations. Read more >>

NIGERIA

Tiger Brands hungry for Nigeria market share

[Gareth Vorster] South African consumer goods group Tiger Brands said on Wednesday (24 November 2010) that its acquisition of a 100% interest in Deli Foods Nigeria, a manufacturer and marketer of biscuits, represents the first phase of the group's entry into Nigeria. Read more >>

NEW ZEALAND

The search is one for the world's best couple

WHANGAREI, NEW ZEALAND: They always used to say that diamonds were a girl's best friend, but today when it comes to diamonds, Michael Hill is a couple's best friend. The New Zealand-born entrepreneur jeweller has launched a competition to find the "world's best couple," and reward the lucky pair with an astonishing 22-carat diamond engagement ring - dubbed the Ultimate Engagement Ring. Read more >>

UNITED STATES

Deloitte's 25th Annual Holiday Survey finds holiday shoppers divided

NEW YORK, US: While many consumers are uncertain about the economy heading into the holidays, a few important demographic segments are exhibiting more seasonal cheer, according to Deloitte's 25th Annual Holiday Survey of consumer spending intentions and trends. Read more >>

SOUTH AFRICA

Peugeot keeps customers smiling

The Peugeot brand is joint class winner in the latest Synovate Quality Awards survey into the initial vehicle ownership experience of new cars sold in South Africa. Read more >>

SOUTH AFRICA

Long Beach Hotel, Mauritius: a new experience in Mauritian holiday-making

Opening in April 2011, the brand new Long Beach Hotel on Mauritius' east coast, on the Belle Mare Peninsula, is situated right where a powerful urban feel meets the ultimate in ocean, beach and indulgence. Read more >>

SOUTH AFRICA

Zelda's nipping off to Napa

Steenberg Vineyards, having won two categories in the recent Great Wine Capitals Best of Wine Tourism Awards, was entitled to nominate a member of its staff to visit one of the wine-producing countries within the network. Read more >>