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SOUTH AFRICA
Tribute to Nelson Mandela... Celebrate Madiba's life...
A great man has passed away and we all mourn the loss of Madiba, but while we mourn, let us also celebrate the life and the achievements of one of history's greatest statesmen, and certainly South Africa's and Africa's greatest. (video) Read more >>

Growth markets survey 2013 - Kenya country report

MEF Africa has release its Kenya country report on mobile content and commerce. Despite the impressive growth and countless innovations coming out of Africa, barriers to market entry still exist.

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New era in HR management through social media

James McKerrell

Social media and the proliferation of smart devices are sweeping in a new era in HR management, offering businesses an opportunity to engage with the market.

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Sanlam Awards open to reporters across Africa

Sanlam's financial journalism awards have been opened to reporters across Africa for the first time. The group aims to recognise and celebrate the contribution journalists across the continent are making towards the African growth story.

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CRM
SOUTH AFRICA
Yuppiechef creams customer service with common sense

Sindy Peters

Many a retailer will sing to the tune of "The customer is always right", but not a lot actually live the phrase, much less invest any time or innovation in it. Luckily for you and I, this age of short-term vision is drawing to a close. Read more >>

Digital
ZAMBIA
Zambia to reissue digital migration tender
The Zambian government has decided to reissue the call for tenders for the execution of the digital migration process, reaffirming its commitment to adhering to the 2015 deadline. Read more >>

SOUTH AFRICA
Album apps the 'future of music'
The reduction in sales of CD music has been attributed to the emergence of downloadable digital music - and piracy. But will album apps take off in South Africa? Read more >>

Mobile
NIGERIA
Nigeria military restores phone service in Maiduguri
Nigeria's military has restored the mobile phone service in the embattled city of Maiduguri, a day after a major raid by Islamists, which prompted a round-the-clock ban on movements. Read more >>

Research
AFRICA
New research shows mobile purchases fall in volume, gain in value
MEF has completed its third annual mobile consumer survey of 10,000 respondents, across 13 countries including various African countries, to gather insights in to mobile consumer behaviour. Read more >>

Retail
SOUTH AFRICA
Rentokil Initial honours former President and Father of the Nation, Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela

Issued by Rentokil Initial

It is with great sadness that the world commemorates the life and passing of a great man. Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela, anti-apartheid revolutionary, former President of South Africa and global icon of peace passed away on Thursday, 5 December, at the age of 95. Read more >>


International

SINGAPORE
Asia Pacific Awards deadline extended
SINGAPORE: We are pleased to announce that the Awards submissions deadline has been extended until 13 December 2013. Read more >>

UNITED STATES
Midas Awards World's Best Financial Advertising: 2013 Shortlist
NEW YORK CITY, US: USA leads with 61 Shortlisted entries, followed by South Africa, Turkey, and Australia. Read more >>

UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
Dubai Lynx opens for entries
DUBAI, UAE: The Dubai Lynx International Festival of Creativity has opened for entries across 15 categories ahead of the 2014 edition of the Festival and Awards, taking place from 9-12 March. Read more >>

UNITED STATES
NSA tracks mobile phone locations worldwide: report
RUSSIA
First Russian smartphone launched in Moscow

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Galleries

SOUTH AFRICA
Nelson Mandela Legacy Exhibition

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Government

SOUTH AFRICA
Madiba inspiration behind SA's 2010 bid
South African Football Association (Safa) President Danny Jordaan has added his voice to the global chorus of condolences to the family of former South African President Nelson Mandela. Read more >>

SOUTH AFRICA
Madiba's body moved to 1 Military Hospital
Former President Nelson Mandela's body has been taken to 1 Military Hospital in Pretoria. Read more >>

SOUTH AFRICA
Joburg may call itself 'world class African city' after all
The City of Johannesburg can continue to advertise itself as a "world class African city", following a ruling by the Advertising Standards Authority this week. Read more >>

SOUTH AFRICA
Textbooks not present in schools, report finds
SOUTH AFRICA
Agri SA pays tribute to Madiba
SOUTH AFRICA
Honestly now - that Nkandla media leak... Who would you believe?

Rod Baker


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Quotes

Nelson Mandela
"For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others."

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