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CPA Amendments 2026: What Property Practitioners Need to Know About Cold Calling

eriinfo.com15 hours ago08 mins

The CPA amendments introduced in 2026 significantly change how property practitioners approach cold calling and direct marketing in South Africa, introducing stricter compliance obligations and consumer protections. For property practitioners who rely on cold-calling and any other methods of direct marketing, including SMS campaigns, canvassing of neighbourhoods, or making use of outsourced lead generation services,…

Africa Rising Music Conference 2026 Spotlights AI, Innovation, and Fair Creator Economies

eriinfo.com21 hours ago03 mins

The Africa Rising Music Conference (ARMC) is a leading platform connecting African music professionals with the global music industry, and the sixth edition returns to Constitution Hill on 22–23 May 2026, bringing together music industry leaders, artists, technology innovators, and rights organisations to explore the future of music, innovation, and creator rights in the age…

‘We could be a thousand times larger’

eriinfo.com6 days ago02 mins

In 2024, private equity firm Verod Capital invested in i-Fitness, a Nigerian gym chain founded in 2015 by the entrepreneur Foluso Ogunwale. Verod co-founder Danladi Verheijen describes the business as one of his favourite investments. Despite operating only around 30 outlets, i-Fitness is already seven times the size of its nearest competitor in West Africa…

The 2IC Strategy: Why Training Staff Is A Top Retention Tool

eriinfo.com1 week ago08 mins

The 2IC strategy is becoming one of the most effective ways for South African businesses to reduce staff turnover, retain institutional knowledge, and build long-term employee loyalty. High staff turnover is one of the most significant hidden costs in modern South African business. When a key employee resigns, the financial impact is staggering – it…

Future-Proof Your Career With Transferable Skills

eriinfo.com1 week ago08 mins

Transferable skills are becoming one of the most important factors employers consider when hiring, promoting and developing talent in today’s fast-changing workplace. Having a relevant qualification and experience in your profession can help you to land an interview for your dream job. But showing that you have the skills and qualities to thrive in a…

Private rail in South Africa: ‘A once-in-a-generation opportunity’

eriinfo.com1 week ago014 mins

Youssef Elgonaid Interview with Youssef ElgonaidCO-FOUNDER and CEO, AFRICAN RAIL COMPANY For decades, South Africa’s freight rail network has been tightly controlled by the state. Youssef Elgonaid, CEO of African Rail Company (ARC), describes the recent move to grant private operators wider access to the system as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity”. Founded in 2013, ARC recently…

Private rail in South Africa: ‘A once-in-a-generation opportunity’

eriinfo.com1 week ago014 mins

Youssef Elgonaid Interview with Youssef ElgonaidCO-FOUNDER and CEO, AFRICAN RAIL COMPANY For decades, South Africa’s freight rail network has been tightly controlled by the state. Youssef Elgonaid, CEO of African Rail Company (ARC), describes the recent move to grant private operators wider access to the system as a “once-in-a-generation opportunity”. Founded in 2013, ARC recently…

The Gem Lab Introduces “Gem Lab Approved” Standard to Strengthen Trust in the Jewellery Industry Gem Lab Approved: Jewellery Authentication Standard

eriinfo.com2 weeks ago05 mins

As the global gemstone market becomes increasingly complex with fraud on the rise, The Gem Lab is setting a new benchmark for trust, transparency, and authenticity with the introduction of its “Gem Lab Approved” standard. Founded and led by Jeremy Rothon FGA, one of South Africa’s most experienced and respected gemmologists, The Gem Lab has…

Finfluencers in the Spotlight – Bizmag.co.za

eriinfo.com2 weeks ago012 mins

Finfluencers are reshaping how consumers engage with financial information – and the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) is paying close attention. Here’s what financial service providers (FSPs) need to know about the risks, regulatory boundaries and how to approach influencer partnerships responsibly. Social media has changed how South Africans engage with financial information. Increasingly, consumers are…

World Password Day: Password Security in a Breach-Driven World

eriinfo.com2 weeks ago09 mins

The first Thursday of May each year marks ‘World Password Day’, a global event dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of securing passwords and following the best online security practices. With cyber-attacks and data breaches an almost daily occurrence globally, Brett Russell, Head of Product and CISO at MetroFibre, provides a sobering reality check…