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The President of the Republic of South Africa, His Excellency Mr Jacob Gedleyihlekisa Zuma, has arrived in Sochi for a Working Visit to the Russian Federation. President Zuma is accompanied by a...
Our briefing today will focus on the international developments including Syria/Turkey situation, Outcomes of SADC Troika, Updates on Prof Karabus and developments on the Continent.
Starting with...
Development financier, the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has committed R1 million of its own funds towards the construction of South Africa’s first ever “green” hotel at...
The KwaZulu-Natal government, in partnership with the KwaZulu-Natal Financial Literacy Association (KZNFLA), the National Credit Regulator and the Justice College, have joined forces to assist...
A task team headed by Credit Ombud Manie van Schalkwyk has been established to investigate current practices and establish a code of conduct to address concerns that Emolument Attachment Orders,...
The high rate of unemployment in South Africa continues to exacerbate already high levels of over-indebtedness in South Africa, says Credit Ombud, Manie van Schalkwyk.
Funding your tertiary studies may be the best way to improve your employability and earnings potential, but make sure you are able to do this without starting your first job under a dark cloud of...
“If you become over-indebted and cannot repay your debt, credit providers can attach your assets, such as your home or car, or deduct the money directly from your salary” says Van Schalkwyk....
“By the time December swings around, many consumers feel they deserve to spend money on luxuries such as branded clothing and footwear or going on a much-needed holiday, but borrowing or cutting...
“… there is a general lack of consistent scientific information regarding the scale and nature of the industry, and poor monitoring of the practices… The hunting industry… is regulated...
The Credit Ombud has welcomed the announcement by National Treasury and the Banking Association of South Africa (BASA) that debt counselling provisions in the National Credit Act will be reviewed.
With its rolling waves, mountainous backdrop and white sands, picturesque Grotto Beach is enjoyed by local and international and domestic visitors. It is also the site of the Blue Flag season...
Thank you for the opportunity to offer some reflections from the vantage point of a tourism minister representing a long-haul destination, here on the eve of taking stock at Rio+20.
Date: 25/07/2011
Source: The Department of Tourism
Title: SA: Van Schalkwyk: Speech by the Minister of Tourism, at the South African Association for the Conference Industry,...
Governments must find a way to get multilateral institutions, global tourism industry bodies and private corporations to respond positively to the risks of climate change, says Tourism Minister...