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Marshall Mcluhan, with reference to the life- and societal changing effects of electric light, coined the well-known phrase – “the medium is the message”.  Similarly, Proudly South African is brought to life by its members who espouse the Campaign’s true spirit and set an enviable example as good corporate citizens.  At the end of yet another year, the Proudly South African Board, executive team and staff would like to express their heartfelt gratitude and appreciation towards all members for their support during 2009.  Indeed, members are the Campaign, and with the renewed commitment from our constituencies, including government, the Buy Local campaign is set to fulfill its potential in terms of employment creation and economic growth.
 
 
 
2ND PROUDLY SA CONFERENCE AND EXPO EMPOWER WC ENTREPRENEURS

An increase in demand for local products and services, and as a consequence an increase in employment levels has motivated the very successful second Proudly SA Conference and Expo, held in co-operation with Cosatu Western Cape and other strategic stakeholders.
SMME WORKSHOP IN SOWETO WELL SUPPORTED

A two-day business development workshop for SMMEs held in Soweto recently under the auspices of the Department of Economic Development, Trade and Industry (the dti), together with Proudly South African and the Soweto Business Executive Chamber (SOBEC) has met with an overwhelmingly positive response from local entrepreneurs and small enterprises.
 
 
   
 
SPECIAL DISCOUNTS ON ESSENTIAL BUSINESS MAGAZINES EXTENDED TO CGF CONSTITUENTS
Thanks to the leverage provided by Proudly South African specialist corporate governance member, CGF Research Institute (Pty) Ltd, an array of award-winning business-to-business magazines is available to members at preferential subscription rates.
 
 
   
 
NEDBANK GREEN WINE AWARDS CELEBRATES LOCAL, NATURALLY
Nedbank has extended its commitment to sustainable development and environmentally-friendly practices through yet another innovative project – the Nedbank Green Wine Awards.
 
   
 
CLEAN TECHNOLOGY FUND BOOST FOR SA RENEWABLE ENERGY PLANS, ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
South Africa’s vision of generating four percent of its electricity from renewable energy by 2013; to improve energy efficiency by 12% by 2015 and to provide one million households with solar water heating over the next five years has received a boost with the endorsement of a Clean Technology Fund (CTF).
 
 
   
 
CONFERENCE & PARTNERSHIP BOOST FOR BPO SECTOR
The Department of Trade and Industry, together with the industry organisation for the business process outsourcing sector – Business Process Enabling South Africa (BPESA) - partnered to present BPO Week during November.
LOCAL CULTURAL INDUSTRIES SECTOR KEY TO SA IDENTITY

South African arts and culture have been identified as a key mechanism to “promote the cultural diversity of our society and for bringing people together”; “to consolidate community and national pride, positive social values, as well as economic development, including tourism”.   This was amongst the information that President Zuma shared with representatives of the industry at a feedback meeting to this sector initiated by the Presidency during November.
NEDBANK REWARDS GAUTENG EXPORT ACHIEVEMENTS
Nedbank’s commitment to the development of business talent has again been highlighted through the company’s involvement in the JCCI/Nedbank Gauteng Exporter of the Year Competition.  This competition, launched in 2001, focuses on the contribution made by Gauteng businesses in boosting the province’s gross domestic product (GDP) and employment creation through manufacturing and export.
WESTERN CAPE CRAFTERS TO PARTICIPATE IN FRANKFURT TRADE FAIR

The Department of Trade and Industry has identified no less than fourteen Western Cape crafters to participate in one of the world’s largest consumer trade shows – Ambiente - which takes place in Frankfurt, Germany in February 2010.
 
   
 
A WARM WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS
A Proudly South African welcome to the following companies or entities which have recently joined the ranks of South Africa’s Buy Local campaign:
 
   
 
CLICKS GROUP RETAINS TOP LEADERSHIP RANKING
Leadership of the Clicks Group count amongst the top ten in South Africa.  The company was recently awarded the number one Publisher’s Choice ranking in the CRF South Africa’s leadership project: SA’s Leading Managers  - for the second consecutive year.
CGF A PROUD SUPPORTER & RESELLER OF LAPDESKS

Media24 has expanded its business magazine portfolio with the recent acquisition of the magazine portfolio of Primedia Publishing.  This section will be known as Media24 Business Magazines.  Media24 views this strategic move as an investment in “future growth”.
FIN24.COM HONOURED WITH BRONZE PIXEL

Fin24.com has been honoured with a bronze pixel for excellence on the internet.  This coveted award, which was made during the second annual Bookmark Awards, was created by the Online Publishers Association in acknowledgement for outstanding web reporting.
MEDIA24 EXPANDS MAGAZINE PORTFOLIO

Media24 has expanded its business magazine portfolio with the recent acquisition of the magazine portfolio of Primedia Publishing.  This section will be known as Media24 Business Magazines.  Media24 views this strategic move as an investment in “future growth”.
 
   
 
SA BALLET THEATRE TO DELIGHT WITH SPECIAL CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR BALLET LOVERS IN 2010

The South African Ballet Theatre (SABT) has announced a special early-bird double deal on ticket prices to two of its seasons for 2010 – the ideal Christmas gift for ballet lovers!
NYDA LAUNCHES BUY YOUTH CAMPAIGN

The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) recently launched an innovative campaign aimed at empowering both youth entrepreneurs and SMEs to become economically sustainable.
CAPE TOWN GEARED FOR FIFA FINAL DRAW ON 4 DECEMBER

Cape Town is in a frenzy to beautify itself before the world's media and the FIFA big brass come to Cape Town for the FIFA Final Draw on 4 December, states an article in the online newsletter, Whale Tales.  This even will be held in the Cape Town International Convention Centre.
 
   
 
PROUD SOUTH AFRICANS TO UNITE IN REJECTING VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN AND CHILDREN
In the tenth year of the No Violence against Women and Children Campaign, Proudly South African, which fundamentally supports the social and economic empowerment of all South Africans through the promotion of “local”, urges all South Africans to play their part in restoring the social fibre of society by heeding government’s call not to look away, but to act against abuse.
SAFA LAUNCHES DISKI
The South African Football Association (SAFA) has recently launched its official mascot, called DISKI, in support of Bafana Bafana. 
VUVU SCOOPS PRESTIGIOUS DESIGN AWARD
A lighting design inspired by South Africa’s iconic vuvuzela has won a top award for John Edwards, a 24-year-old University of Cape Town School of Architecture student.
PROUDLY SA MEMBERS CAN ADVERTISE VACANCIES FOR FREE
Proudly South African invites member companies to make use of the Proudly South African website to place their recruitment advertisements, free of charge.
DISTRIBUTE YOUR NEWSLETTER TO A WIDER AUDIENCE – PROVIDE LINK, INTRO
Proudly South African members are invited to make use of another value-adding benefit introduced by the Campaign to enable them to extend the reach of their marketing and communication efforts.
YOUR COMPANY LOGO

We call on all member companies that have not sent their company logo to our marketing department, to please send through a CMYK High Resolution version in one or all of the following formats: JPG, EPS, TIFF, AI,  PDF, PSD or a FreeHand Vector File
PROUDLY SA LOGO

Members are also reminded to prominently display the Proudly SA logo on their websites and marketing material. This enables consumers and customers to identify the company and its products and services as being associated with Proudly South African and its uplifting criteria, including high quality standards.
 
NEED TO COMMUNICATE YOUR EVENTS FOR 2009/2010?

Members are invited to provide information on their events planned for 2009/2010 for incorporation in the Campaign’s online events calendar. Members can also upload their events by accessing the members portal.

Kindly contact Anne Sengadi or Lovedaliah Bambo on 011 – 327 7778
MEMBERS PORTAL – ACCESS CODE

Proudly SA members are encouraged to fully optimise the Members Portal to market themselves and their products and services. Use it by uploading information on your products, services, events or special offers. Update the details of your organisation and upload a low resolution version of your company logo. This will ensure that your logo is automatically displayed on the member product/service search facility on the Proudly South African website. Simply log onto the Members Portal with your unique access code and gain instant access to an entire data base of potential customers – free of charge.

Members who require assistance with their access code are invited to contact Nkhensani Malungani or Modise Nkaelang in the membership department on 011 – 327 7778
 
 
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