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Corporate Image wins the World Business Outlook Best PR Consultancy Agency Africa 2022

Corporate Image have won the World Business Outlook Best PR Consultancy Agency Africa for 2022 “Our core success story of the award programme lies in the support of a dynamic, young, unbiased, comprehensive well-trained fired of experts who keep their think-tank going strong all round the clock.” Award Winners 2022 » World Business Outlook
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Corporate Image wins World Business Outlook Leading Communications and Corporate Affairs Consultancy Firm Africa Award 2022

Corporate Image have won the World Business Outlook Leading Communications and Corporate Affairs Consultancy Firm Africa for 2022 “Our core success story of the award programme lies in the support of a dynamic, young, unbiased, comprehensive well-trained fired of experts who keep their think-tank going strong all round the clock.” Award Winners 2022 » World Business Outlook
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Increasingly competitive IPP sector set to catalyse M&A activity

By Roy Richardson, Principal: Nedbank Corporate and Investment Banking It’s no secret that clean energy has become a global priority in recent years. And while the impetus for clean power is undoubtedly coming primarily from the global north, the achievement of green economies is now also a priority for the developing world. However, across much of Africa, power generation of any sort remains a massive challenge due, primarily to a combination of infrastructure backlogs, rapidly increasing populations, ongoing urbanisation, and extensive industrialisation. As has been so painfully obvious in South Africa over the past 14 years since rolling blackouts began,
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IPSOS RESEARCH FINDS WORKING FROM HOME TAKES TOLL ON PRODUCTIVITY AND MORALE

Companies considering a permanent switch to a Work From Home (WFH) policy to save on overheads should take note of research by global research organisation, IPSOS, which shows they risk losing competitiveness as productivity slumps, employees lose motivation, cohesion of teams is eroded and managers struggle to keep their finger on the pulse. Business growth is also placed at risk by WFH, according to many respondents. Managers reported concerns with WFH, saying they found it more challenging to manage their teams remotely, and they were fairly sure employees were not fully focused on their work. This corresponds with the responses
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CALTEX SERVICE STATIONS IN SOUTH AFRICA TO BE REBRANDED “ASTRON ENERGY”

All Caltex-branded service stations in South Africa and Botswana are to be rebranded Astron Energy in one of the most significant and exciting events in the local fuel industry for almost three decades. Astron Energy is South Africa’s second largest petroleum network with over 850 Caltex-branded service stations in SA and Botswana. The rebrand means Astron Energy becomes the overarching brand across corporate, commercial and retail, and will be the public face of the Company at all forecourts and other key sites. This is an important step in Astron Energy’s ambition to become the biggest fuel brand in South Africa.
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THE RELIEF IS COMING – A statement from Pieter Boone Group CEO, Pick n Pay

Like everyone across the country, we were shocked and saddened by the violence and destruction which afflicted so many communities, businesses and institutions earlier this week. In common with other retailers, some Pick n Pay and Boxer stores have been affected by the damage and disorder in KwaZulu-Natal and parts of Gauteng. However, we are greatly heartened to see so many individuals and communities upholding what is right and good, and helping to bring an end to violence. We also know that many people in many areas – particularly in KwaZulu-Natal – are suffering from the damage to essential infrastructure,
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SUN INTERNATIONAL APPOINTS A NEW NON-EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN

Hospitality and Gaming Group ,Sun International, has appointed Sam Sithole as its new non-executive Chairman, effective 02 July 2021. He replaces Jabu Mabuza who recently passed away suddenly and tragically from Covid. Sithole brings a wealth of experience to the role. He has been a member of the Sun International board since 2018 and is the CEO and co-founder of Value Capital Partners, which has a substantial shareholding in the Sun International group. Commenting on the appointment, Sun International CEO Anthony Leeming said, “Sam Sithole’s history with the company has given him valuable knowledge and insight, and his more than
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SunBet joins forces with WPPR

SunBet, the online betting arm of Sun International, has joined the Western Province Professional Rugby (WPPR) family as sponsors of the DHL Stormers and DHL Western Province teams. SunBet, which offers a secure online platform through which bettors can bet on the outcome of games, will be an associate sponsor for both teams until the end of 2023. The sponsorship makes SunBet the official sports betting partner of the teams, while the SunBet logo will feature on the shorts of the matchday kit of both the DHL Stormers and DHL Western Province going forward. WPPR is proud to welcome a
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Corporate Image clinches Best Public Affairs & Reputation Management Company award

One of South Africa’s most established communications consultancies, Corporate Image, has been awarded as Best Public Affairs & Reputation Management Company in South Africa at the MEA Business Awards 2020.   Hosted by MEA Markets, the agency was subject to a rigorous internal vetting procedure. The extensive research and judging process is driven by merit and centred around an in-depth evaluation of skills and services on offer.   Awardees must demonstrate expertise within their field, dedication to customer service and a commitment to promoting excellence. Award winners are not determined by popularity of votes, but by their contributions to their industry.   “This award is evidence of our commitment to excellence in reputation building and
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