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Business Watch

Business Watch is a daily feature on East Coast Radio - on-air at 06:40 every weekday. It covers local business-related events. The feature is hosted by economist and award-winning radio producer, WR Van Der Merwe. To have your industry or business featured, send an e-mail to Businesswatch@ecr.co.za
Weekly English South Africa Business · Business News
102 Episodes
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Gateway Theatre Of Shopping partners in flood relief drive

Reaching out to communities in need, Gateway Theatre of Shopping is partnering with the Umhlanga Women’s Association to provide a base for a flood relief drive. “We are appealing for donations of blankets, warm clothes, towels, school items, canned food and funds,” says the Chair of Umhlanga Women’s Association., Praneetha…
28 Apr 2022 1 min

Sibaya Community Trust donates R2.5m for flood relief

Sibaya Community Casino and Sibaya Community Trust chairman Vivian donated R2.5 million for flood relief. He donated R500 000 to the Gift of the Givers, whom he said were “on the ground working tirelessly and had full knowledge of the extent of the disaster and the areas most needing help”…
26 Apr 2022 1 min

SA Harvest responds to KZN call for urgent relief

SA Harvest, the food rescue and hunger relief organisation has delivered the equivalent of 20 million meals in 32 months by rescuing food that would otherwise have gone to waste. All contributions towards relief efforts are gratefully accepted and can be made either by delivering donations to SA Harvest’s warehouses…
25 Apr 2022 1 min

Wild Coast Sun's contribution to the KZN Floods

Together with the Mayor of the Winnie Madikizela-Mandela Local Municipality, Daniswa Mafumbatha, the Wild Coast Sun sought to support around 30 families affected by the recent heavy rains in Mbizana in the Eastern Cape. “Thankfully our region was less affected by the floods, compared to the northern coast, but there…
22 Apr 2022 1 min

Willowton Group takes proactive approach to fixing potholes in PMB

Willowton Group is one of South Africa’s leading FMCG (fast-moving consumer goods) manufacturers, operating from its Pietermaritzburg facility, with locations in Johannesburg and Cape Town. In addition to its production of well-known consumer brands, the group is committed to community upliftment through dedicated social empowerment projects and funding. “The Pothole…
21 Apr 2022 1 min

Google’s First Product Development Centre in Africa Is Hiring

Last October at a Google for Africa event, the CEO, Sundar Pichai, announced a plan to invest $1billion over the next 5 years to support Africa’s digital transformation. This investment focuses on enabling fast, affordable internet access for more Africans, building helpful products, supporting entrepreneurs and small businesses, and helping…
20 Apr 2022 1 min

Another first for Africa and it’s on your doorstep!

A formal accreditation by the American College of Cardiology is a milestone achievement for Lenmed eThekwini hospital and Heart Centre. Today in Business watch WR Van Der Merwe features Lenmed eThekwini hospital and Heart Centre CEO, Niresh Bechan
19 Apr 2022 1 min

Agricultural Union's response to KZN floods

Kwanalu, Agri SA as well as other provincial unions recently expressed concern over the poor road conditions in rural areas of the country and the significant impact it has on food security, the agricultural sector and economic growth. “We are aware of reports from the midlands and coastal regions (north…
18 Apr 2022 1 min

Sappi supports Gift of the Givers to assist flood victims in KZN

To provide some meaningful and immediate support to the affected people, Sappi Southern Africa has made a substantial donation of R1 million to The Gift of the Givers Association. “We chose the Gift of the Givers, because we have been continually impressed by this organisation that works so tirelessly in…
14 Apr 2022 1 min

KZN Unrest Last Year Still Impacting on Business

Serco Industries specialise in the design and manufacturing of insulated and dry freight truck bodies and trailers. These trailers are relied upon by Southern Africa’s leading transporters and long-distance hauliers to carry everything from ice cream to day-old chicks, from beef to bread – safely and hygienically. Serco’s CEO and…
14 Apr 2022 1 min

KZN floods will affect ATMs and other financial services

KZN is a disaster zone at the moment after floods ravaged the province, and unfortunately the everyday luxuries we accept as normal won't be available for a while. Standard Bank's Jean Hattingh said that several branches are closed for today and tomorrow as their staff is unable to reach them…
12 Apr 2022 1 min

Kanonkop is one of the favourites on a list of the world's most loved wine brands!

Drinks International has revealed its fifty most admired wine brands in the world for 2022. The brands have been chosen by the Academy, made up of the world’s leading wine experts, including buyers, sommeliers, wholesalers, bar owners, Masters of Wine, writers and educators from six continents around the globe. WR…
12 Apr 2022 1 min

KLM Increases Direct Flight Frequency To Cape Town

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is proud to announce that it will be increasing the flight schedule between Cape Town and Amsterdam. WR Van Der Merwe has more in Business Watch. Image Source: Twitter
11 Apr 2022 1 min

MTN’s constant struggle in the fight against vandalism

Thieves have targeted cellphone base stations to steal expensive batteries and diesel fuel used to power the mobile network infrastructure - especially during rolling blackouts. Jacqui O’Sullivan – Executive corporate affairs at MTN joined WR Van Der Merwe to comment MTN’s constant struggle in the fight against vandalism
8 Apr 2022 2 min

Pick n Pay offers discount for pet insurance

Pick n Pay Pet Club – which is free to join – continues to grow steadily as members enjoy a range of benefits including 3X Smart Shopper points on all pet products to use as cashback, exclusive discounts, access to pet-related content and regular competitions. In the last year alone,…
7 Apr 2022 1 min

MTN's involvement in the community

MTN SA Foundation's purpose is to bring about meaningful, measurable and sustainable change that helps disadvantaged and rural communities to become self-sufficient. With a focus on innovative technology, we aim to uplift communities towards independence in this bold new digital world. Jacqui O’Sullivan – Executive corporate affairs at MTN joined…
6 Apr 2022 2 min

Lowrance celebrates 40 years in South Africa

Durban-based importers of Lowrance Marine Electronics, Lowrance SA, is celebrating the import of American Lowrance products to South Africa since 1982 (40 years). WR Van Der Merwe features Lowrance SA's MD, Lisbeth Plotz
5 Apr 2022 1 min

All about MTN's recent brand refresh

MTN’s Ambition 2025 strategy led to a significant evolution in the way they define themselves as a company. They are at an inflection point. 'Now, more than ever, true progress will be realised by closing the gap between CAN and DO.' Jacqui O’Sullivan – Executive corporate affairs is featured on…
1 Apr 2022 1 min

Segway tours are just one of Wild Coast Sun’s exciting leisure activities

Wild Coast Sun, Sun International’s only beachfront resort, has been a family holiday destination for more than 40 years, with an abundance of activities to choose from. One such activity is the popular Segway tours that take you exploring around the resort. For those who have zero experience or are…
31 Mar 2022 1 min
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