According to a recent UN report, foreign direct investment into South Africa grew from $1.3bn in 2017 to $7.1bn in 2018, a 446% increase. This will have come as a welcome boost to President Cyril Ramaphosa and his plan to attract $100bn of new investment to the country. Ramaphosa has…
In Focus
Ready for Investment
Globalisation is taking root across the world at a rapid pace. With ever increasing demands on movement of goods and services right through to taxation and larger markets, it’s essential to finding the right location and partners. And South Africa has moved to ensure that its…
Experience & Expertise
CEO Insight sits down with David Weatherson, Chief Executive Officer – SunTours Caribbean and bookislandtours.com CEO Insight: As winner and consistent nominee of the prestigious award ’ Caribbean Leading Destination Management Company’ at the World’s Travel Awards, what makes SunTours Caribbean so successful? David Weatherson: My…
My Kind of Travel
Do incentive travel programmes offer a return on investment or are you just offering a free holiday to employees? Do staff prefer them to a pay rise? Will it add to your bottom line? The answer to all these questions is yes, as long as you pick the best location…
Manufacturing in Mexico
Increased co-operation between manufacturers across international borders improves trade and promotes a connected global economy. Moving manufacturing operations to regions that offer cost-effective prices and talented employees provides international firms with more flexibility, more authority and more profitability, and the opportunities in Mexico are capturing the attention of top companies.
Unconfined Horizons Treasures Retracing Humboldt’s Travel Routes
The special exhibition entitled “Unconfined Horizons – Treasures Retracing Humboldt’s Travel Routes” will be providing a holistic picture of Alexander von Humboldt, who was born in Berlin 250 years ago, and is considered one of the last universal geniuses.Two major expeditions took him to South America…