Freedom Day commemorates the first democratic elections held in South Africa on 27 April 1994. The day serves as a reminder for us all to be proactive by standing up for, and realising our rights as citizens and consumers.
Five Tables of Peace gatherings will take place simultaneously around the country on Sunday. The venues are [...]
Freedom Day, 27 April
Published in April 24th, 2008
Posted by Emma Donovan in General
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Cycle to Work
Published in April 23rd, 2008
Posted by Emma Donovan in Consumer Awareness
Pedal Power has initiated a drive to make the first Wednesday of every month a cycle to work day. We can all help to reduce road congestion and overcrowding on trains by cycling to work or school. It’s cost effective, reliable and a great form of exercise and because cycling is kind [...]
Thumbs Up for SA Clamp Down on Smoking
Published in April 22nd, 2008
Posted by Emma Donovan in News Update
South Africa’s efforts to clamp down on smoking have been recognised by the World Health Organisation (WHO) in its most recent global tobacco report. According to an article in the Cape Times, the WHO gives South Africa 7 out of 10 for enforcement of bans on advertising, promoting and sponsorship of tobacco, but a lower [...]
From the Team
Published in April 21st, 2008
Posted by Quentin Tannock in General
The best thing about the getclosure! service is that getclosure! is ‘what it says on the label’ – the service is all about getting closure. This closure works both ways – for both the consumer and the supplier. That a consumer benefits from closure of an issue with a supplier is obvious. [...]
Tip of the Week: Cutting Back on Electricity
Published in April 18th, 2008
Posted by Emma Donovan in Top Tips
We all moan and groan about the load shedding in South Africa, but the reality is, it’s here to stay. What we need to do now is to focus on adopting new habits and appreciate how innovative South Africans can be when faced with adversity. The tip below, and those to follow in the [...]
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