[Sindy Peters, Africa editor] The media is a powerful tool in disseminating information, but online is even more powerful because it works at the click of a button. We send out newsletters to our thousands of subscribers loaded with information in literally minutes; once that information is sent out there's slim to none chance of retrieving it. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] Today, 8 March 2010, marks International Women's Day. Men may question it's celebration, crying foul that they in turn do not have a special day, but here is what I've always maintained: women have been striving for gender equality and the same human rights that their counterparts have been born with since the beginning of time. read more (1 Comment)
[Sindy Peters, content manager] I think we're way past the question of whether South Africa is ready to host the 2010 FIFA World Cup or not; it's evident that indeed it is, but whether it will be the biggest and best is still up for debate. Also whether South Africans will bother to leave their desks at noon tomorrow and do the Diski dance to mark the 100-day point to kick-off is still not quite certain. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] It appears that Zimbabwe has not seen the last of its woes with counterfeit products making the lives of manufacturers and business communities troublesome. These illegally produced products are finding their way into unsuspecting consumers' homes and one has to have an eagle eye to spot the difference. read more (1 Comment)
[Sindy Peters, content manager] The focus these days seems to be solely on digital with innovations springing up every so often. The geniuses behind this technology seem to be always providing us with something bigger, better, but most of all...faster. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] It seems the African markets' ability to withstand the economic crisis of last year will hold the continent's emerging markets in good stead during the decade to follow. According to a report released recently by Business Monitor International, emerging markets will see a sharp rise in consumer spending power and by 2018 should equal the developed world's GDP, contributing 50% to world GDP. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] While the new year may be brimming with positivity, being a journo in Africa is still no bed of roses. If Togo's Stanislas Ocloo were alive today, he'd agree with me whole-heartedly but he was recently gunned down in Angola along with three others during the 2010 African Cup of Nations. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] The 2010 FIFA World Cup sales process has been extended with a new phase to be launched 9 February to 7 April 2010. The entire process of obtaining tickets for the event has been a daunting one, specifically for the man in the street. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] Here we are at the beginning of a brand new year; 2010 has finally arrived. This year holds the dreams and aspirations of an African nation united in spirit as the continent hosts the 2010 FIFA World Cup. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] You're reading my last editorial column for the year, and what a year it's been. Due to the global economic downturn many have had to work twice as hard this year and turning this final corner in December means that we've made it intact. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] Last Friday, Cape Town's infamous party district, Long Street played host to the 2010 World Cup Final Draw festivities as the more formal affair went on at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). I was among the thousands who decided to brave the masses of people who turned up to celebrate the beginning of the final stretch to 2010 - the biggest world event that attracts more viewers than the Olympic Games. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] South Africa will for the second consecutive year host the 2009 Miss World pageant. Some believe the event is outdated and degrading to women while others see it as an opportunity for women to contribute meaningfully to the world through the charities supported by the Miss World Organisation; it has raised more than £250 million for children's charities in its 58-year run.
While most of the contestants' answers revolve around world peace and saving the planet, both wonderful endeavours, the whole cattle-parading of women who are considered 'beautiful' by a panel of 'qualified' judges does seem like an antiquated event in our modern world. read more
[Sindy Peters, content manager] If you're making your way to South Africa next year for the 2010 FIFA World Cup and are nervous about the country's crime rate statistics marring your experience, well that's pretty understandable. The South African government however is making a concerted effort to ensure visitor safety during the World Cup period with 41 000 police officers being deployed during the event. I also noted a step up in security this morning on the South African railway line service, Metrorail, with a friendly security guard checking passenger tickets at almost every stop. read more
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