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A Sleep Ninja’s 34 self-care tips to do before bedtime – Slumber Yard

Press Release Desk - September 10, 2020 0

While some self-care tips apply to folks of any age, such as creating a comfortable sleep environment, each age group also has tips that address their specific sleep needs.

The Rotary Cancer Run 9-year journey: What you need to know

Funding Press Release Desk - August 25, 2020 0

Do troubling times warrant a new breed of leader? – Just Imagine

Society Maureen Thurston - August 14, 2020 0

Is the future of drone technology now? – Swoop Aero head weighs in

Technology Eric Peck - July 13, 2020 0

Top Aussie investment consultancy advises investors on climate change

Strategy Press Release Desk - June 29, 2020 0

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Human Resources

A quarter of workers feel their colleagues are slacking off when working remotely – new report by Zoom and Asana

Press Release Desk - April 15, 2020 0

According to the research, which surveyed working Australians on their attitudes towards remote working before the public health crisis hit, one in four Australian workers believed their colleagues were ‘slacking off’ when working remotely.

Finance

South Africa announces debt relief fund to help small businesses weather the COVID-19 crisis

Press Release Desk - March 20, 2020 0

The South African government has implemented various measures in order to slow the spread of COVID-19, also known as Coronavirus, many of which could negatively impact small businesses in the country.

E-commerce

E-commerce in Africa: Jack Ma says it’s “virgin land”, Releaf and Jumia (seem to be) struggling [BUSY DIGEST]

BusyContinent - November 21, 2019 0

In this BusyDigest, we explore three recent news stories about e-commerce on the continent: Jack Ma says it's "virgin land", Releaf and Jumia struggle

E-commerce

Fintech boom in B2B payments expected in 2021 – Cirralto head

Adrian Floate - January 8, 2021 0

Fintech payment innovations will drive economic growth through quicker and streamlined B2B transactions and improve cash flow, which will in turn bolster the economic resilience of businesses.

Marketing

You want to shape culture? Advertise and communicate sensitively and sensibly – Fireworks Executive

Frank Muthusi - December 28, 2020 0

As an advocate of peace and having witnessed first-hand the violence that highlighted the 2007 elections in Kenya, I’ve found the current “I Choose Peace” communications campaign championed by NIMD a well thought concept which is using positive messaging to promote violence free elections in Uganda.

Marketing

Strategic Marketing Partnerships for brands amidst the “New Normal”

Colin Asiimwe - November 24, 2020 0

In the first quarter of 2020, MultiChoice Uganda formed a partnership with Jumia Uganda, meant to broaden our offering to our customers, to aid them have access to MultiChoice Uganda merchandise via the Jumia platform.

Energy

Unlocking the business benefits of renewable energy – WePower head

Nick Martyniuk - November 4, 2020 0

The advent of blockchain-powered online marketplaces with standardised contract architecture means that smaller business owners can strike a deal for power procurement in a relatively short timeframe as well - weeks rather than the months or years that PPAs typically traverse.

Human Resources

Why retailers looking for staff with experience have their priorities wrong

Press Release Desk - October 13, 2020 0

A person who is bright, bubbly and friendly is more suited to working in retail than someone who is standoffish, reserved and a poor communicator.

Technology

APM: The CIO’s best friend for remote work… and beyond?

Patrick Hubbard - September 28, 2020 0

Throughout the pandemic, APM has proved invaluable to IT’s efforts to extend visibility and remotely track, trace, and rectify user application issues on-premises, cloud, SaaS, and at the edge.

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Human Resources

Motivating employees in micro and small businesses – 4foodssakeeat

Anna Kirya - January 11, 2021 0

Flexibility, skilling employees and great communication can be just what is needed.

E-commerce

Video Content Marketing: How to boost growth using Facebook Live

Mark B. Mugaanyi - December 10, 2020 0

Entrepreneurs promote their brands in different forms on the various social media platforms. These platforms have evolved and brought forth other features...

E-commerce

4 effective tactics to include in your guerilla marketing strategy to increase brand awareness

Mark B. Mugaanyi - December 1, 2020 0

If you’ve been at the helm of your online business for a while now, chances are you’ve run through all the conventional...

E-commerce

Digital Marketing: Adding method to the Black Friday madness – GoDaddy

Suzanne Mitchell - November 10, 2020 0

With changing consumer habits and the proliferation of eCommerce and social media, retailers are now able to promote their Black Friday offerings well ahead of the big day itself.

Management

5 steps to growing your business revenue – Insight from HashChing

Arun Maharaj - October 27, 2020 0

As the economy takes a turn for the worse, many SMEs are understandably concerned about the impact that this will have on...

Technology

4 ways government IT can excel in Hybrid Data Center Management

Patrick Hubbard - October 22, 2020 0

Nurture team interest in greater cybersecurity hygiene; implement automated monitoring and alerts; prioritise disaster backup and recovery… and the bulk of the remaining efforts can fall into place with team focus and upskilling.

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Art

MultiChoice Talent Factory launches Storytelling Masterclass series with esteemed Professor Linus Abraham

Press Release Desk - December 22, 2020 0

The Storytelling Masterclass series will delve into discovering your artistic identity as a storyteller, understanding the process of creative storytelling and writing, the magic of the ideational process and how to use essential structures and conventions to finally bring your story up to industry standard.

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