Blue Label deal a ‘lifeline’ for Cell C, says CompCom

Blue Label deal a ‘lifeline’ for Cell C, says CompCom

Cell C’s Johannesburg headquarters. (Photograph by Lesley Moyo) Cell C’s precarious financial position came under the spotlight this morning, when the Competition Commission argued before the Competition Tribunal. At a hearing, the commission argued that the plan for Blue Label Telecoms to acquire control of the operator would effectively throw the country’s fourth-largest mobile network…

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Blue Label seeks shareholder approval to change name

Blue Label seeks shareholder approval to change name

Blue Label Telecoms co-CEOs Mark and Brett Levy. JSE-listed company Blue Label Telecoms is looking to change its name. In a statement to shareholders today, the company advised that, subject to receipt of the requisite shareholder approval, the board of directors of Blue Label proposes to change the company’s name from “Blue Label Telecoms” to…

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Africa: Overcoming Blue Economy Challenges – Paving the Way for Africa’s Renaissance

Africa: Overcoming Blue Economy Challenges – Paving the Way for Africa’s Renaissance

Initiatives that support improved solid waste management of marine plastics, while advocating awareness for policy change, must be encouraged. Africa’s blue economy can constitute a significant source of wealth that can catapult the continent’s fortunes. It is estimated that by 2030, Africa’s blue economy will grow to $405 billion, including $100 billion generated by coastal…

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