Antoinette Panton

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Rewriting the rules of reputation

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

AI revolution in web searchRecent research from HardNumbers highlights a striking trend: when it comes to assessing a company’s reputation, AI prefers mostly editorial content (61% of AI’s research sources), owned media (44%), customer review sites (10%), and analyst reports (10%).
New report offers insight into SA teens’ smartphone habits

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

Today’s teenagers are the first generation to grow up with constant online connectivity. As smartphones become more ingrained in their lives, what do we know about how they use them? A new research report by academics at Stellenbosch University sheds light on this question by providing empirical evidence of how teenagers in South Africa use their smartphones at home and at school.
Where South African consumers spend and where they try to save

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

On average, South African consumers spend 68% of their take-home pay to service debt. How they allocate the rest differs by income band, as does where they try to make savings to stretch their disposable income. The insights are drawn from a DebtBusters’ study of spending patterns across five income groups of consumers who applied for debt counselling.
New report shows opportunities for work, study after matric remain limited

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

What are the actual job prospects for young South Africans once they matriculate? To what extent are recent matriculants finding jobs or transitioning into post-school education and training (PSET) opportunities? These are the critical questions explored in a new report by researchers at Stellenbosch University (SU).
Bay chamber launches portal for investors to drive investment, economic growth

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber officially launched the Bay of Opportunity portal today, a dynamic and user-friendly platform developed pro bono by Wirk, one of South Africa’s leading software firms. The portal is a dynamic platform that connects investors with local opportunities, suppliers, and service providers.
Bay chamber launches programme to promote the Bay, attract investment

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber has officially launched its highly anticipated Bay of Opportunity Ambassadors Programme, a pioneering initiative designed to position Nelson Mandela Bay as the investment destination of choice. The programme leverages the influence, networks, and expertise of respected business leaders to create pathways for investment, business-to-business linkages, and partnerships, all focused on driving economic growth in the region.
Bay Chamber’s skills development desk to address skills gaps, boost employment

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

The Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber officially launched its much-anticipated Skills Development Desk, a progressive initiative to foster collaboration among key stakeholders to address the critical technical skills shortage in the metro, particularly within the manufacturing sector.
Robust skilled talent required to meet industry’s needs

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

A panel discussion exploring key issues surrounding the current state of technical skills development and the future needs of local manufacturing industries formed part of today’s official launch of the Nelson Mandela Bay Business Chamber’s Skills Development Programme.
SA’s 2025 property market upswing - What will it look like and will it last?

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

South Africa’s residential property market has started to recover after an incredibly difficult year. “In 2024, typical for pre-election uncertainty, people held off large capital acquisitions such as buying a house,” says Renier Kriek, Managing Director at disruptive home financier Sentinel Homes.
Collaboration in thriving business partnerships is critical

1 month ago | getnews.co.za | Antoinette Panton

Just as meaningful connections drive personal success, strong business relationships are key to long-term growth, collaboration, and mutual success. “Businesses can access wider audiences, bring new expertise and ideas to their challenges, and operate more efficiently by joining forces with other businesses,” says Hanro Fick, Executive: Partnerships & Customer Value Management at RCS.