Underinsured SA farmers face huge insurance risks

Underestimating the replacement value of farming equipment, combined with a failure to regularly review their policies, means that the percentage of South Africa’s farmers who are underinsured could be as high as 70%.
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Sasol’s ability to innovate will trump social indiscretions

JSE listed petrochemicals giant will be forgiven its social indiscretions simply because it is one of the most innovative companies in South Africa.

That’s the view of the ManufacturingHub.co.za team who believe that unlike listed food group Pioneer, Sasol will not only learn but continue to innovate in the coming years.
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Confident signs from Sasol

Petrochemicals giant Sasol has sent a clear sign that it believes the worst of the global economic recession is behind us when it raised its interim dividend by 12%.
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SA businesses shine for Aspen

JSE listed Aspen (Apn), Africa’s largest pharmaceutical manufacturer, has recorded strong returns for the six months ended 31 December 2009. The excellent performance from the South Africa business underpinned the results.
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Eskom price hike impact on industry overstated

In a joint editorial comment, ManufacturingHub.co.za and Ferronews.com argue that the recent power hikes will, contrary to popular belief be a catalyst for industrial growth and innovation in the country.
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Ububele – investment analyst presentation feedback

Earlier this week investment analysts were invited to attend a presentation by the management of Ububele Holdings Limited, the agri-business and processor which is headed for the AltX later this year. ManufacturingHub.co.za provides feedback on the presentation and some views on the offering.
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SA and Brazilian DFI’s announce co-operation pact

The Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) today announced that it has entered into a co-operation agreement with the Brazilian Development Bank, Banco Nacional de Desenvolvimento Econômico e Social (BNDES), which will lead to regular technical cooperation, joint product design and co-financing activities between the two development finance institutions.
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