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North-South Education Partnership Forum 2014

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Apr 072014

The NORTH SOUTH EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP FORUM held from the 21^st to the 25^th of April at the Lombardy Estate Boutique Hotel in Pretoria, is an international exchange learning platform re-assessing the type of communication and new educational partnerships; The rapid global shifts in the distribution and production of open and distance learning (ODL); and the shifting patterns of education policies and how these impacts on ODL.

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The Forum will contain trainings that will determine the emerging dynamics and improved working practices in the adoption of education policies, and will equip delegates on the hows of education policies as it concerns various governments.

The Forum will bring experts and authorities the platform to explore more knowledge, and will attempt to re-educate delegates on the emerging goal for sustainability and the attendant challenges facing individual institutions, representative bodies, communities and governments promoting North-South Education partnerships. This will highlight identified cross-cultural relationships as well as attendant Institutional responses.

The Forum is designed for Lecturers, Academics, Students, Researchers, Policy and Education Analysts, ministries researchers, civil society education planners, Government officials in Education departments, multinational corporation’s policy makers and executives who are responsible for the education and training of their agencies or corporations, NGO’s or anyone or aspiring, in education management promotes and positions best practice, leadership and international education.

ICDI programmes bring together seasoned education practitioners and analysts, community and corporate stakeholders, education and media researchers to explore cutting best practices, developments and trends which promotes and influences International education.

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Review of Merops Conference Centre in Pretoria

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Apr 022014

Merops Conference & Wedding Venue derives its name from the lovely Merops bullockoides or White Fronted Bee Eater, a bird widely distributed in sub-equatorial Africa and frequent visitor to this 4ha piece of land against the Bronberg, 16km East of Pretoria, Gauteng. Built from natural wood and stone, Merops’ African style invokes the rustic and relaxing feeling of the beautiful continent.

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The gorgeous views and natural dam with its indigenous gardens and birdlife create a distinctive ambience, setting the perfect scene for a range of events. Merops offers clients a beautiful, stress-free environment conducive to conducting business or celebration while simply unwinding and enjoying time out. Merops thus accommodates the full range of functions, including workshops, weddings, business meetings, product launches, team building, special functions and conferences such as anniversaries, birthday parties etc. Policy is to host one function per day, so clients receive dedicated service and attention on the day of the event.

Merops Wedding & Conference Venue creates an environment to ensure that delegates not only work closer towards goals, but also thoroughly enjoy the experience.

Two meeting rooms can easily be configured to accommodate from 8 to 120 delegates, in either cinema or boardroom style. Both are equipped with a DVD player, TV, flip chart, CD player, overhead projector with a screen and Internet facilities. Flexible, client-tailored overnight, full-day and half-day packages, with accommodation for up to 21 people, are on offer. Sessions can be convened in various tranquil break-away areas in the garden.

After a day of intense concentration, enjoy hard-earned sundowners while relaxing on the veranda next to the swimming pool, or next to the fireplace in the bar. You can also go for a relaxing stroll in the bushveld.

At Merops, every conference is tailor-made to suit the clients’ specific requirements. The enthusiastic and experienced team will assist you, wherever possible, to ensure your meeting’s success.

Merops is perfect for festive occasions such as birthdays, baby showers and anniversaries. Come and experience the beautiful venue with friends and family – Merops guarantees that you will leave reluctantly after your special event!

Wind Energy Summit South Africa in Cape Town

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Apr 012014

The Wind Energy Summit South Africa will be held at the Southern Sun Cape Sun Hotel in Cape Town. Procure, manufacture and deliver successful, productive South African wind projects. South Africa‘s most exciting onshore wind event yet with over 100 high level business executives confirmed. International companies are taking advantage of opportunities for growth in South Africa, but those looking to operate in the country need to understand the key factors before being able to do so successfully.

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Four reasons this conference will enrich your South African success:

Exploring Social Economic Empowerment (SEE) a requirement you have to meet:
Deal with the issues head on with our government level panel involving the DoE, UNEP, DEDEAT, REEEP, the WWF and One World to ensure you know how to run a successful project and make a commercial profit, meet the government requirements for economic empowerment and job creation

C-Level and CEO panel discussion on maintaining a competitive edge:
Debate with a global and local group including Red Cap, Enel Green Power and two of the leading South African banks on the changing landscape of South African wind and how to match the competition now large groups with strong finances are moving in

South African banks come together to share expertise:
For the first time since 2012 three of the big South African banks will share their experience with the industry. Rand Merchant Bank, Standard Bank and Nedbank Capital will share their views of onshore wind in South Africa so you can learn how to create an attractive proposal for possible financiers

Eskom and NERSA come together to discuss risk:
With lengthy network connection timelines, risk absorbance is a hot topic in South Africa. Take part in a debate on network connectivity and risk absorbance hosted by the Head of the Grid Access Unit, the Head of Regulatory Reform at NERSA and Eskom

What will you take away from this summit?

Return to the office armed with unique insight, case studies and best practice from the industry leaders covering the following topics:

Government commitment to future rounds
Understand government requirements and objectives so you can stay within the rapidly evolving legislative parameters

Meeting complex legislative demands
Learn past experiences in navigating governmental challenges to meet strict EIA requirements in a hassle free and timely manner

Grid connection
Understand what can be done to facilitate connection issues, manage risk absorbance and determine how to work within Eskom’s perceived timelines

Supply chain and local content requirements
Learn how to successfully achieve financial close whilst establishing a South African supply chain within the increasing local content requirements

Social economic empowerment (SEE)
Discuss the challenges and realise the benefits of SEE, and how to build productive relationships that support a successful long term plan with our government level panel helping you bridge the gap between commercial benefit and access to energy

Cost reduction within a volatile currency
Learn what types of contracts are now available, explore their benefits and risks and how to adapt them for competitiveness to drive down the cost of your project

Lessons learned from previous projects
Discuss new challenges and recurring issues faced during project delivery so you can achieve the competitive edge when it comes to overcoming problems

Who will be at the Summit?

100+ highest level executives are set to come together at South Africa’s largest collection of wind professionals.

Key sectors in attendance include:

Project Developers
EPCs
Engineering Consultants
Central & Provincial Government Officials
Eskom
Debt & Equity Investors
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Key Research Institutes & Universities
Industrial Trade Bodies, Chambers of Commerce & Associations
Just a few Key Players in attendance are:
The National Treasury
The DoE
The DEA
NERSA
Eskom
Rand Merchant Bank
Nedbank Capital
Standard Bank
Red Cap
Mainstream Renewable Power
RES
Gestamp Wind
ARUP
Siemens
Suzlon
DCD Wind Towers

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New Listing – Atlantic Beach Hotel Conference Venue in Melkbosstrand, Cape Town

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Mar 312014

Atlantic Beach Hotel is a four-star boutique hotel located in the tranquil village of Melkbosstrand, the gateway to the West Coast and is 300 meters from a 7 kilometer stretch of pristine sand beach offering an unparalleled view of Cape Town’s iconic Table Mountain. This independently managed and privately owned hotel was established in 2009 and is decorated in muted and rustic tones reflecting the hotel’s beachside location.

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The Atlantic Beach Hotel offers a variety of modern facilities, 2 suites and 36 spacious en-suite bedrooms. Managed by a team who pride themselves on their professional, friendly and personal service, whether your stay is for pleasure or business, Atlantic Beach Hotel aims to make your visit a pleasant one.

Situated approximately 40 kilometers from Cape Town International Airport and approximately 30 kilometers from Cape Town’s city centre, the Atlantic Beach Hotel is an ideal venue for a relaxed getaway, conference or meeting.

Atlantic Beach Hotel features:

38 Bedrooms
Complimentary Wi-Fi throughout the hotel
Belon Bar and Restaurant
Secure, complimentary on-site parking
The Belon Terrace
Business Centre with Internet
Conference Centre with three flexible venues and modern facilities

The Atlantic Beach Hotel and Conference Centre offers a relaxed environment in which to hold a product launch, meeting, conference, presentation, banquet, luncheon, private dinner, cocktail function, or a wedding. Each of the three conference venues can operate simultaneously or independently and have natural light with block out blinds.

The Conference Centre is flexible depending on the individual requirements and includes a conference foyer for a registration or hospitality desk, or for coffee and tea breaks. The foyer leads onto an undercover outdoor area for fresh air breaks.

New Listing – Bloemstantia Guest House Conference Venue in Bloemfontein

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Mar 262014

Bloemstantia is a four star guest house close to the large Fairview Conference centre and suitable for pre-conference meetings of smaller groups. It is a charming home in Bloemfontein, adorned with works of art, wooden features and collectable furnishing.

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Bloemstantia caters for high profile tourists and business people – both international and domestic.

All rooms have separate entrances to ensure privacy.

Coffee and Tea
Airconditioning
Fax facilities Easy and access to internet
DSTV and M-net
Tranquil garden and Safe Secure parking
Large pool in a recreation area
Join us for a night cap in the “Honest Joe Pub”
Cape elegance in the Free State

Choose Bloemstantia for its atmosphere, ambience and warm hospitality! Bloemfontein is South Africa’s best kept secret. Bloemstantia is situated in Dan Pienaar, voted in 2006 by readers of Finweek as “most sought after suburb in South Africa”.

Listed at Tourist Grading Council of South Africa, Satour, Portfolio and member of the NAA

Bloemstantia Guest House offers five spacious luxury rooms, double with day beds in two, all en suite – bathrooms, with showers and baths.

Rooms are well-appointed, individually and tastefully decorated in a luxurious Cape Dutch styled house set in a tranquil, residential area in a northern suburb of Bloemfontein.

Bloemstantia can accommodate small groups of not more than 10 people with WiFi internet access, chairs and tables, white boards etc.

New Listing – Blandford Manor Conference Venue in North Riding, Randburg

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Mar 252014

Blandford Manor in Northriding, Randburg is a beautiful Manor House and Old English estate established in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg, along the banks of the Olienhoutpoort river.

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The large 10 acre gardens are internationally registered at Kew in the United Kingdom (Botanical Gardens Conservation International) as Botanical gardens. As such, the Blandford Manor gardens are one of only 14 registered botanical gardens in South Africa and only slightly more than 700 registered gardens in 118 countries around the world.

Conveniently situated close to Sandton and Randburg, and within striking distance of Lanseria airport, Blandford Manor offers a beautiful and peaceful country setting with top class facilities and modern amenities.

The modern, well equipped venues range from a small 8 seater boardroom to a 300 seater theater. Tranquil and beautiful surroundings ensure that delegates can relax and concentrate on the proceedings without interruption.

In addition, the manicured lawns and extensive gardens are perfect for that memorable occasion such as a corporate family day or year-end business lunch.

The Wild Goose bar and restaurant caters for large gala functions to small intimate business meetings with a range of meal options ranging from buffets to an a-la-carte menu, cocktail and finger food, Themed menus and Braais.

3rd Concentrated Solar Thermal Power Expo and Conference in Cape Town

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Mar 242014

The 3^rd Concentrated Thermal Power Conference will be held on the 8^th and 9^th of April 2014 at the Southern Sun Cape Sun Hotel in Cape Town. Reduce CSP costs & risk through international experience and investor understanding to confirm your competitiveness. The CSP Today South Africa 2014 Conference has grown to become the central meeting place where international and local experts help you overcome significant technological and business challenges. At the event, key decision-makers from across the entire CSP group will gather to get a part of the 3,300 MW booming market.

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Businesses will return from the conference equipped to:

Lower LCOE with international expertise and R&D developments to develop competitiveness against other technologies
Guarantee your project gets funded by overcoming the risks associated with CSP and understanding the investor’s criteria.
Meet rising local content requirements and oppose higher costs through streamlined supply chain management and project procurement techniques
Hear the roadmap for the CSP in Southern Africa through top-level official data to help plan your growth strategy
Increase your functional capacity and value to meet South Africa’s peak energy demand with the latest advances in storage
Get the latest updates and the progress made on Phase 1, 2 and 3 projects and see how they’ve overcome significant challenges and impact economic and business confidence
Get practical advice on how CSP technologies can economically provide a variety of thermal applications
Get more information about alternative thermal storage solutions that will drive costs down and improve the reliability of CSP compared to other renewables
Understand the economic and social benefits of current CSP projects in and meet local content, BEE objectives and employment that are essential to gain tenders in subsequent rounds
More than 20 hours of networking to meet top level executives across the CSP value chain.
Extended Q&A sessions and exclusive industry panels – More discussion and more panels will let you raise questions and make your views with more interactivity than ever before
Meet with some of the most exciting CSP companies to see the latest products making waves in the industry.
Exclusive online networking platform to gain early access to the online networking platform and fill your forum diary before you even arrive.
Maximum exposure: Secure publicity on the website and at the conference in the event marketing material, to over 38,000 solar contacts
Unrivalled branding options: Your company details and logo will display on the event website for over 18 weeks, and als on all promotional material, maximizing your visibility in the in the CSP community

Meet with BrightSource, Investec and ACS Cobra to develop relationships with potential customers in two networking packed days! The forum guarantees that you will meet the right people whom you can network, share ideas and potentially do business with.

Position your company at the forefront of the largest CSP event in Southern Africa. Top level management from across the whole CSP value chain will be there.

Communicate your solution: Get on stage to display your product and get heard by decision makers

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New Listing – Engedi Conference Venue in Kromdraai

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Mar 192014

As the original Hebrew name suggests, EnGedi literally is an oasis. Tucked away in The Cradle of Humankind, this multi-purpose venue is focused on providing an oasis experience just for you. Be it soon-to-be newlyweds, friends, families, companies, groups, schools or clubs. Tucked away in The Cradle of Humankind, EnGedi’s dedicated team is here to make your experience at this venue, a memorable one. The luxury suites are set in a beautiful landscaped English garden, overlooking the Cradle of Humankind’s beauty. It is the perfect location for rejuvenation, relaxation and simple serenity.

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EnGedi, consistently and competitively offers more than you would expect
Positioned in The Cradle of Humankind, EnGedi provides a natural haven
EnGedi has a collection of excellent hospitality services to offer – so, a true oasis experience is now much closer than you think.
EnGedi’s various facilities make it possible to effectively engage any audience
EnGedi’s dedicated team, is here to make your experience at the venue, a memorable one

For those with business in mind, EnGedi’s amenities cater for large corporate conferences as well as small private meetings with up-to-date technology available in all the venue rooms. The venue itself offers three different areas, each with their own sound system and electronic equipment. Smaller meetings or conferences are also catered for, and breakaway sessions can be accommodated in the gardens or other available areas throughout the property.

Conference Equipment

Data Projector (Proxima)
Menthol Refreshments
Mineral Water
Non-standard equipment can be arranged
Flip Charts
Break-away areas for lunches and tea breaks
Back-up Generator Power and Secure Parking
Pen and Notebook
Room controlled Sound System

New Listing – The Pecan Tree Guest House Conference Venue in Bryanston, Johannesburg

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Mar 182014

For the businessperson, traveller or tourist, The Pecan Tree Guest House is nestled in leafy Bryanston, part of Sandton in Johannesburg. It is located close to the Sandton City Shopping Centre, Hydepark shopping mall, Sandton Medi-Clinic, St Stithians College, Montecasino and Rosebank Mall.

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There are various international restaurants (Italian, South African, Indian and French) within walking distance at the Coachman Crossing shopping centre on Peter Place. Excellent opportunities for golf can be found within a 5km radius at The River Club Bryanston and Country Club. Major highways and roads connect The Pecan Tree Guest House to Sandton City, the Johannesburg Central Business District, the airports, to Pretoria and Midrand. Sandton MediClinic is 800 from the guest house and The Sandton Gautrain Station is 7km away.

The Pecan Tree Guest House offers two Suites, three Double Rooms, and one Self-Catering unit. All rooms have en-suite bathrooms, are fully serviced and feature a tea and coffee tray, refrigerator, microwave, DSTV and fast wireless Internet is available.

Security levels are high with individual remote controls for gate. Vehicle parking is on-site and partially covered. Ironing and laundry services are available. All stays include a Continental or English Breakfast

Conference Venue

18 Cinema style
10 School Style
Ideal setting for intimate meetings and discussions.
This airy room is situated in beautiful lush gardens. Lunch can be served in the garden if weather permitted.

Foodnews Juice Africa Conference in Cape Town

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Mar 172014

Following on from the success of the first ever Juice Africa conference in 2013, the second event on the 8^th to the 10^th of April in Cape Town, is a must attend for anyone looking to expand their business card book with juice bottlers, suppliers, raw material producers and manufacturers from all over Africa. Companies from the following countries have already confirmed attendance; Thailand, South Africa, Sierra Leone, Mozambique, Nigeria, UK, The Netherlands and Algeria.

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BE PART OF THE ONLY EVENT DEDICATED TO ASSESSING NEW PRODUCT TRENDS AND RAW MATERIAL OUTLOOKS IN THE AFRICAN JUICE MARKET

Meet the entire supply chain from Kenyan juice bottlers to South African raw material suppliers

Covering all significant fruits for Africa and beyond; pineapple, mango, tropicals and citrus

Quality networking in a stunning location

The best content designed by experts in the fruit juice industry

Pre-conference workshop focusing on launching new juice products in the African business with wellness and health as the key marketing elements

New juice manufacturers as speakers including CHI Limited, the market leader in Nigeria

Assess the latest drivers behind juice consumption in Eastern, Western & Southern Africa.

Identify the markets and customer segments showing most potential for growth

Gain insights on the amount of retail development for juices across Sub-Saharan Africa

Optimise procurement of essential raw materials based on the latest business insights

Examine the best way to reach investment in the African juice industry

Network with leading players in Sub-Saharan Africa and from around the world

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