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He’s a diamond in the rough

From the dusty streets of Dube, Soweto, a youth is rising who is set to lighten up the South African landscape with his one-of-a-kind jewellery designs. Although Nqobile Nkosi found himself shaping, chiselling and sculpting precious metals into valuable creations almost by default, he is making the most of the golden opportunity that has come his way. Add a comment

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Builders: don't blame us

THE construction Industry Development Board has lashed out at Human Settlements Minister Tokyo Sexwale for accusing black economic empowerment companies of shoddy workmanship relating to RDP houses. Add a comment

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‘Too many plans’ to boost small firms

LACK of policy coherence among official institutions is one of the main obstacles to establishing small businesses in South Africa, a senior government official said on Wednesday. Add a comment

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Turning partying into a business

Running a diesel hydrotreater may seem a world away from running an exclusive concierge service that arranges dinner parties, adventure trips and luxury shopping expeditions, but Yolisa Qunta started out in chemical engineering and worked at a Caltex refinery for two years. Add a comment

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Don't bank on political ties - Sexwale

Johannesburg - Business should not rely on political connections for success, Human Settlements Minister Tokyo Sexwale said Wednesday. Add a comment

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