The ban on ivory sales has been an abject failure. A rethink is needed: The fate of elephants ultimately lies in the hands of humans and a continued ban will not solve the poaching problem. ShutterstockThe issue of trade in African elephant ivory will dominate the 2016 CITES Conference of the Parties meeting. Debate will revolve around maintaining or lifting the ban on trade, … [Read more...] about The ban on ivory sales has been an abject failure. A rethink is needed | The Conversation
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Facilitators needed for new training programme for kids ages 7-15 |MyPE
Facilitators needed for new training programme for kids ages 7-15: Facilitators needed for an new exciting training programme (for kids,ages 7-15) is opening in Nelson Mandela Bay in February 2017. We are looking for individuals with a Teaching qualification or Business experience to facilitate these programmes teaching entrepreneurship and financial literacy to kids at … [Read more...] about Facilitators needed for new training programme for kids ages 7-15 |MyPE
What’s needed to take Africa from Third to First World in 25 years | The Conversation
What's needed to take Africa from Third to First World in 25 years: Some countries in Africa are well placed to follow the path of development pioneered by a number of Asian countries. ShutterstockOne of the most hotly debated topics in development economics is: what does it take to steer a poor country from Third World to First World status? It is a debate of particular … [Read more...] about What’s needed to take Africa from Third to First World in 25 years | The Conversation
Better maternity leave laws are needed to protect African mothers | The Conversation
Employers should provide an enabling environment at work for women to continue breastfeeding their infants. shutterstockMaternity leave for women in developing countries is still a massive problem, with many women in informal sectors not receiving adequate cover. More than 70% of working women do not enjoy the full benefits of maternity leave. Only 330 million women – or 28% … [Read more...] about Better maternity leave laws are needed to protect African mothers | The Conversation
New marketing metrics needed for the age of the customer
The way that most brands measure their investment returns from marketing and advertising is still largely based on traditional media thinking, and it is falling out of step with the demands of a new era of digital media and empowered customers. So says Cindy Diamond, Group Sales Director at Mediamark. Read more on: Media Update Submit your own Press Release or … [Read more...] about New marketing metrics needed for the age of the customer
