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1 week ago

Why handwashing is your first line of defence against the future spread of COVID-19

Global Handwashing Day, celebrated every year on 15 October, is a day dedicated to advocating for handwashing with soap as an easy, effective, and affordable way to prevent diseases and save lives. Handwashing has come under the spotlight during the COVID-19 pandemic. 94% of consumers surveyed by Kimberly-Clark Professional say they are washing or sanitising...
3 weeks ago

Shumani sets its sights on the mining and construction sectors

Shumani Industrial Equipment is diversifying its offering and investigating opportunities in the mining industry. As one of the biggest industrial equipment suppliers into the food and beverage industry, this remains the main target market for Shumani. However, MD Victor Nemukula reveals: “There is a possibility to supply equipment like front end loaders, articulated dump trucks...
13 Sep 2021

Sisi launches first locally manufactured Metaguard Safety Footwear for Women

Sisi Safety Footwear has launched the Basi Metaguard boot, the first-ever locally produced metaguard safety boot for women. Over the years, women have been making up a greater proportion of the workforce, and this includes sectors that have typically been male-dominated such as mining, manufacturing and construction. However, there are still limited offerings in specialised...
10 Sep 2021

Engen vaccinates truck drivers at R21 and N3 pop-up vaccination sites

Engen is bringing health to the front seat for South Africa’s truck drivers by providing them with easy access to the COVID-19 vaccine.  In partnership with the Road Freight Association (RFA), Trucking Wellness, and the National Bargaining Council for the Road Freight and Logistics Industry (NBCRFLI), Engen enabled truck drivers travelling along the R21 and...
10 Sep 2021

Sika SA staff take action to assist NPO for victims of sexual abuse

Sika South Africa donated much-needed groceries and toiletries to Bobbi Bear, a registered NPO for child victims of rape, abuse and violence based in Doonside KZN, after Sika staff read a heart-rendering plea for assistance on social media. Eureka Olivier, a volunteer turned full time, was overwhelmed with the needs of the children in their...
31 Aug 2021

CDI Growth Fund opens funding applications for small businesses

The CDI Capital Growth Fund has opened for grant funding applications. Small businesses that are experiencing growth or are poised for expansion in any sector and can create jobs are encouraged to apply. Despite the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic and other shocks to our economy, there are green shoots of growth in some sectors...
30 Aug 2021

Exxaro contributes R3.5 million to Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Response Fund

In honour of Women’s month and to address Gender-Based Violence and Femicide in South Africa, Exxaro has contributed R3.5 million to the president’s Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Response Fund. Exxaro has a zero-tolerance policy when it comes to gender-based violence (GBV) and is dedicated to fighting for gender equality. The resources company has been involved...
27 Aug 2021

Dekra Industrials supports women working in the safety sector

Dekra Industrial RSA has laid the foundations for female employees to execute their duties confidently and happily with its positive working environment and support from clients. The company is a leading provider of non-destructive testing (NDT), inspections, advanced NDT technologies, aims to be the global partner for a safe world with the support of a...
04 Aug 2021

New Entrepreneurs’ Organization president aims to help businesses prosper amidst pandemic

Encouraging and supporting entrepreneurs during the economic turbulence caused by the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic is a priority for the newly appointed president of the Durban Chapter of the Entrepreneurs’ Organization (EO), Clinton Holcroft. CEO of Serco – one of South Africa’s leading truck body and trailer building companies with branches in all major...
02 Aug 2021

Introducing the next level of dehumidification

Munters DSS Pro represents an evolutionary leap forward from the market-leading Munters DSS system, with performance upgrades that make a real difference. It will provide users the right climate more efficiently than ever before. Full function integration Suitable for indoor or outdoor installation, Munters DSS Pro is designed for a wide range of industries that...

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