COVID-19 – Letter from Shameel
Many of you are facing new challenges as the country puts measures in place to limit the spread of CoronaVirus (COVID-19). It will take a huge […]
NBI COVID-19 Pandemic Response
The National Business Initiative (NBI) fully supports the national effort to limit the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) in South Africa. We stand behind the message delivered by President Cyril Ramaphosa on Sunday, 15 March 2020. We stand alongside organised business in its commitment to support the Government at this critical time.
COVID-19 Payment Relief Programme
Absa launches extensive COVID-19 payment relief programme Relief for consumer, business banking and wealth customers Bespoke solutions for corporate and business banking clients Additional administration […]
Woolworths donates R500 000 to support medical workers
Woolworths and its community loyalty programme MySchool MyVillage MyPlanet have donated R500 000 to the Gift of the Givers Foundation to support medical workers with […]
How ABB is helping to tackle the coronavirus crisis
Having led several industrial companies over the course of my career, I can truly say that the job of running a business has changed almost […]
FNB’s three-month payment holiday, R100m for Covid-19 pandemic relief
FNB on Monday announced relief for its customers whose incomes have been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic – no installment payments on personal loans, home […]
Standard Bank offers payment holiday to customers earning R7,500 or less
Standard Bank customers earning R7,500 or less will receive three months’ instalment relief on their personal accounts — provided they are not in arrears — […]
Nedbank Payment Arrangements
PR HOLDING STATEMENT “Nedbank is mindful of the economic impact the COVID-19 pandemic is likely to have on our clients, many of whom are already […]
South Africa challenged to ‘Stay In’ but also to ‘Reach Out’
A new initiative aims to maintain important human connections while we are social distancing at home Johannesburg, 30 March 2020: Today South Africans woke up […]
Distell to Supply Sanitisers to Vulnerable Communities
Distell, Africa’s leading producer and marketer of spirits, fine wines, ciders and ready-to-drinks (RTDs), today announced that it will begin producing hand sanitisers and other […]
Old Mutual pledges R50-million towards comprehensive COVID-19 response
Old Mutual Limited today announced that it would be pledging R50-million toward a comprehensive COVID-19 response, in partnership with government, business, labour and civil society. […]
Discovery’s support for you during the nationwide COVID-19 lockdown
On Monday evening, President Ramaphosa announced wide-reaching and important measures to ensure that South Africa is best-positioned to manage the COVID-19 pandemic. The steps announced […]
WATCH: How food security can be maintained while fighting Covid-19
Tiger Brands CEO Noel Doyle talks to Business Day TV about panic buying and food security Sanitisers, toilet paper and canned foods — these are […]
Letter from our Director, Advice for Entrepreneurs, the African Economy, and Corporates Embracing Tech
Dear USB community We have entered a critical phase in attempts to curtail the spread of the coronavirus in South Africa. You have received information […]
COVID-19 Rapid Crisis Response Checklist
The COVID-19 outbreak demands immediate action—leaders have to do what’s right to protect people, customers, and companies. Use BCG’s checklist to ensure team health and […]
The NBI and BUSA COVID-19 Water Task Team, 27 March 2020
NBI NewsFlash, 27 March 2020 The NBI and BUSA COVID-19 Water Task Team has commenced with an emergency water response to combat the coronavirus. […]