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Best Practices Awards for Sustainability, Social and Community Development in Sandton

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Sep 272013

Best Practices Awards for Sustainability, Social and Community Development in African Mining Conference is about awarding mining companies that have successfully implemented programs in mining communities in efforts to improve, better the social environment of local residents. This Conference is held at The Sandton Convention Centre on 17 to 20 November. Companies that make an effort and a conscious impact in developing the areas, in which they mine need to be highlighted to show the people of the world including mining investors and other mining companies that such feats can be achieved. . Companies that take time to research, set aside budgets, liaise with local communities address the needs that are realistic and foremost and implement programs to improving the welfare and future of its local residents.

Such a conference will highlight different aspects, which entail in the development of mining areas in Africa. Mining itself is the driving force of most economies in Africa. It involves people on a global scale who are involved with the daily functioning of a working mine. A topic such a Community, Social and Sustainability Development is a hot topic that is on the wisp of any person who is involved in any area that pertains to mining. From commerce, to law, to consultancy, the mining industry affects many tiers of business. This conference is offering a platform, where a hub of the right people will be situated through the duration of the conference.

Broadly this conference will be a place for investors, mining companies, advisory and consultancy businesses, insurance and financial institutions, lawmakers, service providers will meet. The Best Practice Awards offers a distinctive standpoint for any candidate that wants to promote themselves to the right individuals. Invest for Africa has designed cost-effective profiles that can fit any prospectus that is interested in using this tool to bring forth to your customers.

The Best Practice Awards provides a platform where one can interact with a number of delegates from different industries and interest. This networking type of conference will bring in not only African delegates but International peoples of interest. This is the ideal set up for one to portray their own business to network and discover new business partners, investors and alliances.

The conference awards mining companies in the following ideals:

· Best Community Development
· Best Social Development
· Best Environmental Impact
· Overall Best Mining Company
· Outstanding Development Project
· Sustainability : The Future of Africa

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GLAFAD International Conference on Good Governance, Conflict Resolution, Decentralisation and Socio-Economic Development.

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Sep 252013

This Conference will be held at the Rubies and Roses Conference Venue in Centurion, Pretoria on 13 to 15 November 2013. GLAFAD is a Pan-African organisation that creates, harnesses and applies knowledge through research, information flow and capacity building to empower communities for poverty development and eradication. GLAFAD’s primary focus areas are knowledge management, good governance, and agricultural, rural and community development for poverty alleviation.

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A continent where governance is continually improved, where communities are empowered to make use of available resources, and to share experience in knowledge, wealth creation by utilizing dual approach development models. A continent where communities prosper and actively participate in development and good governance.

To use integrated development models to fight poverty, disseminate knowledge and empower communities through generating effective, responsive strategies and creating wealth. To promote a connection between knowledge generation and implementation to increase policy responsiveness for empowerment and development of local communities. Our objectives require using knowledge management to –

Conduct research and disseminate information to close the gap between policy, planning and practice on different levels of implementation
Facilitate empowerment and development of targeted communities and groups
Share good practice, case studies, methods and models, using continental, regional, national and local platforms
Actively engage communities and groups in planning, implementing, monitoring and evaluating of poverty alleviation strategies and development programmes
Remove barriers to the full and equal participation of women who face multiple barriers to growth.

The conference aims to create a platform that will engage, Academics, International organisations, Parliamentarians, Civil Society organisations, provincial governments, local governments, national governments, private and public enterprises on issues related to themes of the conference. The aim of the Conference is also to create an environment where different knowledge and case studies will be shared for the development and advancement of the humanity.

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Syntell Sustainability 2013 Conference in Johannesburg

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Sep 192013

The Syntell Sustainability 2013 is an interactive forum designed for metropolitan, local and district municipalities and traffic authorities; provincial and local government, cities and councils from across the continent. The conference is held 11 to 13 November at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Johannesburg.

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The Forum will showcase the best practices and modern technologies for effective revenue management (including income procurement and collection) in order to improve service delivery. The ultimate goal is ensuring that municipalities share best practices so that pockets of excellence can be replicated.

Syntell Sustainability 2013 will prove that a ‘one-size fits all’ approach will not work and explore the need to understand different policy responses for overall responsibility in building financially sustainable municipalities and cities.

Commercially viable revenue management strategies designed for electricity, water, rates collection, traffic and parking services

The capacity of municipalities and local government to successfully maintain financial sustainability has become paramount.

Even though there is increased pressure from rate-payers, governments and regulators to maximise revenue ensuring service delivery, municipalities face financial burdens from the reduced capacity for collection of revenue for services – impacting their ability to develop and maintain service delivery.

Whether a municipality, local government or city, you can not afford to miss this conference!

Acquire an understanding of the importance, nature and tasks of the tendering process
Prepare your organisation for The Department of Corporate Governance and Traditional Affairs’ 100% clean audit objective
Introduce data cleanliness into your organisation with data management systems that work
See how technology can make your operations more financially sustainable
Become a smart municipality that efficiently runs its revenue management lifecycle
Get to grips with best practices in revenue enhancement and management for your local municipality or government
Discover how to integrate mobile and online financial transactions
Exchange strategic long term budgeting and planning best practices
Understand ways to better manage yield

Who should attend?

Municipalities, Electricity and Water utilities, Local, National and Provincial Government, Metro Police, Traffic authorities and traffic services, Road Safety Departments for Government, Small to Medium Businesses providing tendering and services for Local Government opportunities.

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The 3rd Annual Trading Africa Summit in Cape Town

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Sep 172013

The Thomson Reuters 3^rd Annual Trading Africa Summit is held the 6^th and 7^th of November at the One and Only Hotel in Cape Town. With this year’s theme “AFRICA – the hype, the myth or reality” we launch a thought provoking and critical discussion on Africa’s investment opportunities. The media is praising Africa for its investment returns and potential, we will analyze the investment flows across asset sectors and classes and do the reality check.

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Meet the industry experts investing in Africa. Explore different Africa investment opportunities and learn about the cross asset investment flows into Africa and how they affect your investment decisions. Hear from experts about the latest trends in trading and create your own view on how to access these markets.

In its 3rd year, the Trading Africa conference facilitates highly interactive round tables alongside addresses with industry experts segmented by investable regions. Encouraged by feedback from previous years we are opening the conference to corporate representatives to provide the audience with on the ground business expertise. On request, we will facilitate one to one meetings for corporate and investors to explore further investment opportunities.

The Trading Africa summit is relevant to the following professionals:

Analysts and Economists
Head of Trading and Traders
Senior Corporate Representatives and IR officers
Institutional Sales and Sales Traders
Chief Investment Officers
Portfolio / Fund Managers
Exchanges and Regulatory Bodies

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Best in Gaming Technology Africa Summit at Montecasino in Fourways, Johannesburg.

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Sep 122013

Best in Gaming Technology Africa Summit 2013 taking place 4th to 6th November 2013 at Montecasino in Johannesburg will address latest changes and key issues the in gaming technology, how those changes will affect the gaming industry, and how technology can improve operations, increase revenues and control costs.

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The summit will address key issues related to the field of technological progress, trying to understand the fast rate of change in gaming technology, its impacts currently and what’s to come in the next five years and beyond. Additional issues, which will be discussed, will deal with the development of social gaming and how to monetise it; new challenges and solutions in all that has to do with payment processing and thoughts and ideas on different ways to connect with customers to encourage even more profitable relationships.

Best in Gaming Technology Africa Summit 2013 will examine these new technologies with the help of presentations by experts and business leaders on the subject; attendees will get a hands-on look on technological updates, strategies and solutions for the ever-changing gaming industry.

Best in Gaming Technology Africa Summit 2013 will provide attendees with power-packed presentations by international, local and regional experts/ leaders, featuring hands-on technology updates, strategies and insights, addressing real-world technology challenges and looking at solutions for all segments of the gaming industry.

Best in Gaming Technology Africa Summit 2013 will be the industry’s hottest technology event. The summit is designed to appeal to the who is who in the gaming industry in Africa and internationally.

Attendees to the summit will consist of CEO’s, senior directors and key figures in the gaming industry; professionals like global and local gaming operators, gaming regulators, gaming content providers, system suppliers and gaming manufacturers. There will be software and payment providers, hosting companies and representatives from every aspects of online and offline gambling. This creates an opportunity to meet others and to develop valuable business relationships.

This is your opportunity to network and gain valuable contacts with influential decision makers from around African continents and beyond.

Expect to meet CEOs, COOs, MDs, GMs, CIOs, CTOs and senior directors from:

Global and local gaming operators
Gaming regulators
Gaming and content providers
Gaming machine suppliers and manufacturers
Software suppliers
Payment providers
Hosting companies
Online marketing consultants
Gaming consultants
Fraud and IT consultants
Legal advisors
Industry Associations

Hear from these expert speakers:

Zodwa Ntuli, Deputy Director General, Department of Trade and Industry
Adv. Themba Ngobese, CEO, Casino Association of South Africa
Stuart Wing, COO, Sun International
Nikki Forster, South African Hospitality & Gaming Leader, PricewaterhouseCoopers
Tebogo Makamo, Vice President, Operations – Africa and Europe, BMM Compliance
Andrew Crone, Enterprise Gaming Systems Programme Lead & Regional IT Quality and Testing Manager, Sun International
Daniel Kustelski, Managing Director, Voltbet.com
Tyrone Dobbin, Co-founder/Managing Director, Sportingbet South Africa
Anli Kotze, COO, BetTech Gaming
Ian Barnes, CTO, BetTech Gaming
Craig Swan, General Manager, Krugerbets.com
Greg Parsons, Director Sales Africa, Sportradar
Wayne Lurie, Director, Laurie Inc

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2nd South African Digital Forensics Conference at The University of Cape Town

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Sep 092013

The purpose of the South African Digital Forensics Conference is to allow South African digital forensic academics and practitioners to share ideas and network. Topics will be introduced by a group overseas and local experts in the field. This conference will be held at the University of Cape Town on the 31^st of October and the 1st of November.

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The program is designed to include a variety of topics and aims to expose the field of digital forensics to interested parties who do not necessarily have a background in investigation or forensics.

The academic stream is aimed at stimulation research in Digital Forensics and e-Discovery in the South African context

Who should attend

The conference is not only aimed at the digital forensic profession and academics, but also at the following:

Legal Practitioners

Law Enforcement

Forensics students

Private and Corporate Investigators

Members of the accounting profession

Security professionals

Management

Anybody who would like to have a better understanding of digital evidence and cybercrime

Full/Short papers due: 13 Sept
Paper acceptance: 30 Sept
Final/short paper due: 11 Oct
Workshop/panel proposals due: 2 Sept
Workshop/panel acceptance: 13 Sept

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The Annual Congress of the Division Biological Sciences in Pretoria

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Sep 032013

The Annual Congress of the Division Biological Sciences will be held at the University of Pretoria on 16 October 2013. It offers established scientists, and young biologists in particular, the opportunity to report on their research. This is done by making poster presentations or delivering papers. The topic of the presentation is the biodiversity of living organisms and everything that relates to this.

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Learning Outcomes

Biodiversity of living organisms in the fields of human health, agriculture and biology will be addressed.

Who should attend

Young biologists and Established scientists.

Course Content

If you want to make a contribution in the form of an article or poster presentation, Management would like to receive the title and a brief summary in English and Afrikaans of the intended presentation.

Format of the Afrikaans summary is as follows: A title followed by the author’s name, the institution of the author and email address of the author. The person presenting on the day must be indicated by an asterisk. The body of the summary should consist of the following sections: Introduction, Material & Methods, Results & Discussion and should not exceed 600 words.

The English summary should consist of a title and a brief description not exceeding 50 words. These documents can be sent to the congress organiser by email to reach us by 13 September 2013.

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Viridis Africa – Conference for Investment in Clean Technology, Johannesburg

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Aug 292013

Viridis Africa is the only clean energy investor event in Africa that will take place on the 15th and 16th of October 2013 at the Killarney Country Club, Houghton, Johannesburg, Gauteng.

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The event is dedicated to corporates and entrepreneurs who are seeking funding to introduce clean technology services and solutions. Held over two days, the conference incorporates investor presentations and project / business funding proposals and the latest insights into growth, development and financing within the cleantech sector.

Principals and technology pioneers who would present their business opportunities at this event would enjoy access to numerous international and local investors, stratified according to their local and sector investment and interest criteria. Investors would include private equity, venture capital, project and corporate finance outfits and others dedicated to the clean tech sector. Investors would include European and US funding agencies, technology specific investment funds and leading companies who seek a strategic acquisitions and business.

Viridis Africa presents a perfect opportunity to meet up with potential business contacts to identify new partners, investors, deals and business opportunities in the fields of clean tech, renewables and sustainability.

Renewable energy

Entrepreneurs and corporates are invited to submit a business case for investing in the field of

* energy generation, including wind, solar, hydro, biofuels, geothermal, clean coal technologies, coal bed methane, etc.

* energy storage, presenters are invited to showcase the latest technology in fuel cells, advanced batteries and hybrid systems.

* infrastructure management and transmission technologies

* energy efficiencies, including building efficiency, smart grids and waste heat recovery.

Water & waste water

Projects seeking funding for the following are also invited:

* water treatment infrastructure,

* water conservation,

* waste water treatment, and

* desalination

Waste recycling

Waste recycling and management, waste treatment (plastics and organic matter ).

Who should attend

* Entrepreneurs looking for funding to grow their business

* Corporates looking for new emerging technologies

* Institutional investors looking for long term assets

* Venture capitalists and private equity investors looking for clean tech investment opportunities

* Renewable energy consultants

* Cogeneration project managers

* Professional service providers

* Project developers seeking new initiatives

* Innovators with new technologies

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Conference on Mining Energy Efficiency Management in Johannesburg

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Aug 262013

The Conference on Mining Energy Efficiency Management will be held at Johannesburg on 14 and 15 October, 2013. Join Industry Knowledge Experts as they examine how to increase mining energy efficiency in order to reduce greenhouse gas emissions as well as operational costs. Equip yourself with the necessary knowledge, technology and skills to implement energy-efficient solutions on your site.

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It will also create the perfect platform to learn about successful energy efficient projects through industry experts and thought-provoking case studies. The minerals and mining industry in South Africa, and across the continent, is actively investigating how to increase energy efficiency in order to reduce operational costs as well as greenhouse gas emissions. Energy is keeping mining companies and mine site managers awake at night. Uncertainty is rife regarding electricity supply, regulatory changes, unstable energy markets, alternate sources of energy and new and untested technologies, along with the financial and operational impact of climate change. South Africa, for example, only possesses a 1% reserve margin which is well below the international standard of 15%. The scale of mining productivity losses due to power failures is on the increase, negatively affecting the economy. Eskom, in spite of limited electricity supply, will increase tariffs by 8% a year over the next five years, escalating the financial pressure faced by mine sites. The need for energy efficiency in the mining sector could not be more critical.

Key Topics

Drive Towards an Energy Efficient Mining Sector
The Tight Electricity Supply Situation in South Africa
Evaluating the Role of Renewable Energies in the Mining Industry
A Risk Based Approach to Energy Optimisation
Eskom’s Internal Energy Efficiency Programme
Progression Towards Self-Sufficiency
Energy Monitoring and Targeting in Utilities
Financing Energy Efficiency Projects
Measurement and Validation of Mining Energy
Efficiency Energy Saving Products and Technologies in the Mining Industry:
Motors and Motor Systems
Heat Pump Systems
Ventilation and Cooling Systems
Comminution and Materials
Movement Lighting Heating
Refrigeration

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Refresher Course in Dental Practice Management

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Aug 122013

The refresher course in Dental Practice Management will be held at the University of Pretoria on the 12th of October 2013 in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa The seminar is an opportunity for modern oral health care professionals to obtain an advanced understanding of the competitive dental practice environment. Issues inherent to this environment includes among others, the economy, leadership, ethics, social media, entrepreneurship, branding, stress management, team building as well as significant new developments such as public health insurance. The seminar is registered for 8 CEU`s with the HPCSA.

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After attending the conference, participants should have a better understanding of:

The competitive dental practice environment;
Managing “Me” as a brand; and
How to improve the quality and coordination of the dental team.
How to develop an appropriate approach to attract and retain patients;

Topics:

The Efficient Group – Mr Willem Basson, Head of Financial Services
Stress Management for Optimal Resilience – Dr Arien van der Merwe
Complying with Desirable Business Practices – Advocate Yolande Guidozzi (University of Witwatersrand)
The Role and Importance of “Brand Me” in the World of Work – Prof Ernest North (University of North West)
The Economy: Fuel for my Practice?– Mr Dawie Roodt (Director & Chief Economist: Efficient Group)
Social Media: Tweak or Twitter my Brand? – Mr Mixael de Kock (CEO: Maverick Group)
Combining Management & Leadership in my Practice – Prof Elsbeth Kalenderian (Harvard School of Dental Medicine)
Soft skills – Ms Kim Ikel (Ikel-Garner & Associates)
Keynote by the Minister of Health Dr Aaron Motsoaledi: National Health Insurance: Insurance for the Dental Profession?
The Power of Teams: Prof Elsbeth Kalenderian (Harvard School of Dental Medicine)
The Package to Success – Ms Nadeema Kahan (Professional Impressions)

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