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2020 Budget presentation by Chief Economist Dawie Roodt
Date: Thursday, 27th February 2020
Venue: Balalaika Hotel, Maude Street Sandton
Time: 17h00 for 17h30
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European Film Festival 2019 – Watch Austrian Movie STYX
The European Film Festival 2019 is a partnership project of the European Union’s Delegation to South Africa and twelve European Member State cultural agencies or embassies based in the country. The 6th edition of the European Film Festival in South Africa will be held simultaneously at Cinema Nouveau theatres in the three cities of Johannesburg, Pretoria and Cape Town from 29 November to 8 December.
Recapping: ABC/HCI Skills Workshop – MAKE SUBSIDIES WORK FOR YOU
Dear ABC Members, we are delighted to share the Presentation from our last event with you which was sponsored by HCI Skills, a Premium Member of the Austrian Business Chamber. ABC/HCI Skills Workshop – MAKE SUBSIDIES WORK FOR YOU UNEMPLOYMENT IN SOUTH AFRICA...
Members News! We welcome Röhlig-Grindrod as new Premium Member
Members News! We welcome Röhlig-Grindrod as new Premium Member Röhlig-Grindrod is a formidable player and trusted name in the worldwide logistics industry. Our extensive global network and strategic partnerships with reputable carriers ensures your cargo is delivered...
Members News! We welcome HCI Skills as new Premium Member
Members News! We welcome HCI Skills as new Premium Member Human Capital Investments is dedicated to changing lives through skills development. Explore our learners’ inspiring stories and then make a choice as to how you would like to get involved. Are you a learner or...
International News
Austria – 1.6% 2019 GDP growth – Better than the eurozone average
In 2019, the Austrian economy grew by 1.6% year-on-year, significantly weaker than in the previous year. Yet, it still grew faster than the eurozone average, which we expect to have grown by 1.2%
Austria: Europe’s new role model? ÖVP and Green Party will form Austria’s new government
After two months of official negotiations, the Austrian People’s Party (ÖVP) and the Green Party will form Austria’s new government after the Greens approved the coalition programme at a party conference on Saturday with 93%. The coalition is not only a novelty in...
FAW puts the Upper Austrian business location on fast track
Chinese vehicle giant FAW puts the Upper Austrian business location on the international fast track. FAW Jiefang, one of the biggest Chinese utility vehicle producers, will form a strong economic hub in the future in cooperation with the Federal Province of Upper...
More than a skateboard – Kape Skateboards – Austrian Business News
It’s a long time since sports equipment such as skis and tennis rackets were made from trees – new technologies and high-calibre materials have vastly improved the quality and durability of these items over recent decades. Skateboards are still made of wood, however,...
Austria – 1.6% 2019 GDP growth – Better than the eurozone average
In 2019, the Austrian economy grew by 1.6% year-on-year, significantly weaker than in the previous year. Yet, it still grew faster than the eurozone average, which we expect to have grown by 1.2% According to a flash estimate from the Austrian Institute of Economic...
The new ‘home’ of KTM – KTM’s ‘MOTOHALL’ set to open early May in Mattighofen
KTM’s ‘MOTOHALL’ is the result of four years planning and almost 30 million euros of investment. Here’s the lowdown on the company’s impressive new showpiece set to open early May in Mattighofen. There is an undeniable KTM presence in Mattighofen. The town is a short...
Vienna remains the world’s most liveable city – The Global Liveability Index
Vienna remains the world’s most liveable city according to the 2019 Global Liveability Index. Quality of life is up overall, though pollution and political unrest have reduced living standards in some metropolises VIENNA PRIDES itself on its abundance of music and...
Austria achieved 12th place on Bloomberg’s 2018 Innovation Index
Austria achieved 12th place on Bloomberg’s 2018 Innovation Index. According to Bloomberg Austria’s innovation potential – an essential factor in assessing any business location – puts it in the international premier league. The financial information and news service...