Kicking off the Invest in African Energy (IAE) reception in London on Thursday, Marilyn Logan, Director General of the Liberia Petroleum Regulatory Authority (LPRA), showcased Liberia’s available oil and gas blocks and upstream investment opportunities. The reception served to connect major technical and financial partners to Africa’s energy sector ahead of the African Energy Week:...
Day: <span>12 July 2024</span>
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OPINION: Leveraging Employee Incentives for Better Referrals
Talent acquisition is a complicated task, especially when you are seeking the ideal match for your clients. The scarcity of applicants poses a challenge in pinpointing individuals with the optimal blend of skills and experience that aligns with client budgets and their company culture. Consequently, this search can quickly consume both time and resources. Enter...
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MultiChoice streaming service, Showmax increase prices starting from 1 August 2024
MultiChoice has announced price increases for its Showmax Entertainment plans that will kick in on 1 August 2024. The streamer standard plan will increase by 11% from R89 to R99 per month, while the mobile plan will increase by 15% from R39 to R45 per month. All other prices remain unchanged, MultiChoice stated. Good news...
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CNN to cut 100 jobs as it prepares to launch paywall subscription service
CNN is cutting 100 positions across the company as it accelerates its push into digital subscription products that reach beyond its shrinking cable TV audience. In a lengthy Wednesday memo, CNN Chairman and Chief Executive Mark Thompson told employees that the Warner Bros. Discovery-owned unit “will lean more heavily into digital products.” He said CNN.com will offer...
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Tiger Woods’ TMRW Sports and IGF partner to see how Tech and eSports can grow Golf
TMRW Sports, the tech-focused venture co-founded by Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy, has partnered with the International Golf Federation (IGF) to see how digital innovation can drive participation in the sport. Golf has been an enthusiastic adopter of technology, with coaching applications, simulators, and high-tech equipment all finding their way into the hands of professionals...
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Nearly 50% of South Africans lack a retirement plan says FNB survey
The 2024 FNB Retirement Insights Survey provides an overview of the current state and evolving dynamics of pre- and post-retirement planning in South Africa. In its second year, the in-depth research reveals persistent challenges around retirement in South Africa and highlights emerging opportunities that could significantly shape the future of retirement preparedness in the country. The 2024...