SA’s Ultimate Brand Ambassador (SAUBA) commenced filming for Season 2 of the reality and competition series to be broadcast on DSTV. SAUBA, a mentorship and leadership programme for women between the ages of 18 to 35, commenced the filming of Season 2 of the TV show over the weekend at the Manhattan Hotel in Pretoria CBD. The contestants, handpicked from a search that took place throughout South Africa in 2014, arrived at the Manhattan Hotel with no idea of what to expect, but with hope …
Business
This silent salesman is still in favour
A lot has changed in the property market over the last decade in terms of the way in which business is concluded – especially with more and more buyers gaining access to the internet. The internet has become one of the main advertising tools for real estate due to it being a fast and effective way to reach a number of buyers in a short time period. This is according to Adrian Goslett, CEO of RE/MAX of Southern Africa, who says that for many potential buyers, the internet provides easy access to …
Reserve Bank will continue to protect currency
Pretoria - The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) stands ready to protect the rand’s value, says Deputy Governor Daniel Mminele. “… The bank, in following a forward looking approach to monetary management, does not allow any doubting of its preparedness to act when necessary and in keeping with the commitment to its primary objective,” said the Deputy Governor on Wednesday. Mminele was speaking at the South Africa Tomorrow Investor Conference in New York. In announcing the appointment of …
Competition Commission reopens supermarkets investigation
Pretoria - The Competition Commission has reopened its supermarkets investigation, it announced on Tuesday. The commission, which is an entity of the Economic Development Department, says it has received a fresh complaint from the South African Property Owners’ Association (SAPOA). “SAPOA has requested the commission to relook at the issue of exclusive clauses in long term lease agreements between owners of large retail shopping centres and retail anchor tenants across the country. “The …
Two global debuts at Paris Show
Pretoria - Reinforcing its commitment to product development and global expansion, Jaguar Land Rover, showcased its breakthrough Land Rover Discovery Sport and Jaguar XE models today at the Paris Auto Show. Dr Ralf Speth, Chief Executive Officer, said: "The Jaguar XE and the Land Rover Discovery Sport are at the very heart of the UK's manufacturing renaissance. "Jaguar Land Rover is delivering solid financial results and has good sales momentum globally. Our manufacturing plans around the …
Jags Deployable bonnet delivers enhanced pedestrian protection
Pretoria - The Jaguar XE redefines the concept of the sports saloon and will be the driver's car in its class. Its lightweight construction, streamlined styling, luxurious interior and outstanding ride and handling are testament to company founder Sir William Lyons' vision: 'The car is the closest thing we will ever create to something that is alive' The rear-drive XE is the only vehicle in its class to use an aluminium-intensive monocoque. This extremely robust yet light structure, together …
R2bn Menlyn Park Shopping Centre redevelopment
Pretoria’s Menlyn Park Shopping Centre is undergoing a major redevelopment by the co-owners, Pareto Limited and Old Mutual Life Assurance Company, in a R2 billion expansion project that will add a host of top retailers to the existing tenant mix. The two-phased extension and refurbishment of the mall is being led by retailer demand and growing shopper support, will add approximately 50,000 m2 and 200 more stores to the centre. It will also create exciting new diverse retail and …
The most efficient Jaguar diesel ever
Pretoria - With the new Ingenium diesel engine driving the rear wheels, the aluminium-intensive XE is the most fuel-efficient Jaguar yet, with CO2 emissions from just 109g/km. The Ingenium range is produced at the new R8.9 billion, 100,000m2 Engine Manufacturing Centre in the West Midlands in the UK. Engines will come off the fully flexible lines at rates of up to one every 36 seconds. Starting from a clean sheet meant that Jaguar’s powertrain engineers could make the Ingenium engines as …
Most aerodynamic Jaguar ever made: Cd 0.26
Pretoria, 9 September 2014 - The Jaguar XE has been revealed to the world during a star-studded event held at Earl's Court, London. A true driver's car, the rear-drive Jaguar XE redefines the concept of the sports saloon thanks to its advanced lightweight construction, streamlined styling, luxurious interior, and outstanding ride and handling. The XE goes on sale in 2015, with the high-performance S model at the top of the range. The XE S rewards drivers with the responsiveness and …
Jaguars Perfect Ten
Pretoria - The world debut of the new Jaguar XE at Earls Court, London, will be supported by a specially commissioned film and display of what a trio of notable motoring enthusiasts and experts consider to be the 'Perfect Ten' of Jaguar's rich and diverse brand heritage. Accompanying the important new XE model will be a film and display of the 'Perfect Ten' Jaguars, spanning the decades, from the celebrated SS100 of the 1930s, through to the legendary C, D and E-types of the 1950s and 60s, …