After excelling at the extremely demanding team sport of rowing at St Benedict’s College, Mischa decided to make a career of teamwork by signing up for the Royal Marines, which first meant passing what is arguably the working world’s toughest physical challenge.

The KZN staff join the company’s 2000 existing employees in Johannesburg in a company that has experienced 30% year-on-year growth in its five years in South Africa, with plans to expand in Ghana, Nigeria and Kenya as soon as adequate local partners could be found.

Part-time writers and photographers wanted to contribute articles and images to TheSouthAfrican.com

Quinton Fortune is a South African former footballer who has represented a number of European clubs including Manchester United, Atletico Madrid and Bolton Wanderers.

The South African Rand was the top gainer this week among emerging-market currencies, as it caught up with gains seen in other asset classes earlier in the week. The Rand started the week at 9.98 to the US Dollar and 15.08 to the British pound, coming to rest at 9.86 and 15.06 respectively.

An extremely respected authority in the field of periodontics, Peter Galgut talks to us about his passion for dentistry, what he would change about the NHS, and whether it’s all true about ‘British teeth’

Business process outsourcing has been, for India, a way of leapfrogging the lack of physical infrastructure and spreading wealth wherever talent and language skills cluster. Could this same model work among dispersed rural populations? We explore the implications for rural South Africa in this two-parter.

Business process outsourcing has been, for India, a way of leapfrogging the lack of physical infrastructure and spreading wealth wherever talent and language skills cluster. Could this same model work among dispersed rural populations? We explore the implications for rural South Africa in this two-parter.

If you are an entrepreneur looking to settle in the UK, there is good news for you. The Tier 1 Entrepreneur immigration category is a relatively easy way for entrepreneurial non-EU citizens to settle in the UK.

Although there was a great deal of worry about this last week, other factors that might contribute to the stabilisation of the Rand, is a consolidation in commodity markets like gold and platinum and the news that China was set to achieve growth of 7% for 2013.

Internationally acclaimed portrait and landscape photographer

His work in explosives and Improvised Explosive Devices puts Brad in the frontline of counterterrorism and counterinsurgency efforts in Afghanistan. Here he discusses his rigorous training, support for the troops and the impending withdrawal of British troops from Germany

According to a CNN report, South Africa’s emerging middle class have quickly matured as a retail market. To reach them, corporates have adopted an entirely new, uniquely African, platform.

The Monyetla (which means ‘opportunities’) Work Readiness Programme is a visionary programme of the kind South Africa needs in every sector. Employer-led and government-funded, the initiative seeks to augment the entry-level labour force for the business process outsourcing industry.

Minimum-income rules for spousal visa applications have angered many immigrants to the UK. Now, pending review, the Home Office has paused all applications that have been refused on these grounds.

Understanding what triggers wrongdoing and how to help offenders change their lives is at the heart of Jerome’s field, which is a blend of, among others, social work, criminology, law, psychology.

Last Thursday saw thin market conditions due to the US enjoying Independence Day. Liquidity returned on Friday although thoughts on the likelihood of the market going back to normal were uncertain due to traders taking long weekends.

Though the sight of new contact centres opening up has become a common feature of South Africa’s larger cities this millennium, it is the Rand’s steep decline in 2013 has seen a new phenomenon emerge: overseas firms – particularly from the UK and India – have gone on a spree of acquisitions of South African outsourcers.

Part II of our feature explores the specific urban and workforce features that enhance Gauteng’s long-term prospects to become a major outsourcing world outsourcing centre

We take a closer look at how Gauteng Province’s incentive proposition to business process outsourcers complements national incentives

Nuclear energy tipped to end South Africa’s problems meeting energy demand as International Atomic Energy Agency says the country is ready for nuclear power programme

Brian King has been at the helm of Johannesburg Child Welfare for many years. He shares some of his experiences in this remarkable organisation.

Visa refusal can happen on grounds that seem inconsequential to you – make sure that every care is taken in filling out your details. If, however, your visa is refused, there are steps you can take to try again.

Q: I am South African and have lived in London for 4 years. I have recently bought a rental property in Cape Town. How can I make sure I don’t lose out to adverse currency fluctuations with my ZAR mortgage payments?

Qualified female teacher to teach age group 3 — 4 year olds. Position at private school in Bahrain.

Qualified female teacher to teach age group 3 — 4 year olds. Position at private school in the UAE.

An ideal opportunity for journalism students or graduates to build a portfolio of published work, writing for a business focused publication.

The Rand strengthened against most of its major trading partners last week Thursday. US jobless claims and consumer confidence showed marginal improvement on Thursday and left the market questioning the scaling back of quantitative easing in the world’s largest economy.

Position available for an Engineer (Head of Department) in the water sector.

Engineering firm based in Centurion requires the services of a Senior C# Developer.

A diversified financial services group, listed on the JSE and one of South Africa’s leading distributors of financial products, is looking for an analytical Project risk auditor.

The client is UK-based, listed on the UK stock exchange and ranked 23rd on the FTSE 100. They’re a global brand within the South African FMCG sector, and a global success story — as well as a world leader in household brands on the forefront of FMCG and Supply Chain Management.

JSE listed entity, with the vision to be the leader in logistics and supply chain management in SA and to expand their core business into Africa and large parts of Europe.

The position will have you involved in a broad spectrum of activities aimed at helping governments, municipalities and companies to improve sewage handling, flood control, energy conservation, land reclamation and tunnel construction throughout the whole of South Africa.

As a specialist in the engineering sector, our client base is in need of various technical engineering skills.

Internationally recognised Hotel and Leisure industry requires a Financial Manager to oversee a large Finance department. This position will report directly to the General Manager.

An innovative international healthcare products company seeks a cluster Head of IT to join their team. The company is committed to rewarding the people who invest ideas and hard work. Their success depends on the creativity and performance of their associates.

A renowned commercial property finance company is in search of a Property Investment Analyst who has a BCom degree in Finance, with 2-3 years experience in a commercial property environment, which is essential. My client is looking for someone with a strong sales and marketing background within commercial property finance.

Exciting opportunity available for a Senior Software Developer in JAVA to join a dynamic successful company.

The fall in telecoms costs has made South Africa more competitive as a BPO destination – but may have broader spinoffs outside this sector as well

PR Eng Design Engineer is required for a consulting firm.

An opportunity for a motivated Cape Town-based journalism or media studies student to create meaningful online content for an international publication

Business process outsourcing has been embraced by successive provincial and national governments in South Africa as a potent weapon against unemployment, particularly among the youth. BPO jobs tend to have low barriers to entry, with most requiring only a matric certificate. However, as the contact centre industry continues to mature and intensify, positions at these centres increasingly demand higher-level skills and experience.

One of the largest, global investment banks has a vacant position for a Financial Manager within their product department.

An international manufacturing company is looking for a dynamic, driven individual that will form part of the Finance team.

One of South Africa’s leading professional services companies is seeking a Senior .NET Web Developer GURU!!

The Chief Operating Officer requires a Senior Structural Engineer.

Got the potential to make your mark in the logistics/freight industry?

What is the exact level of national, provincial and city-level support for the business processing industry in Cape Town and the Western Cape?

Despite continuing global uncertainty, Cape Town’s central business district is capitalising on ever-improving data links to lure BPO investment away from traditional markets like India and the Philippines.

Having been in the country since 2004, Asda has been reaping the benefits of South Africa’s superior BPO offering for years. The time had come to ramp up operations to 600-plus employees.

Sometimes clients have outstanding tax issues when they get to point where they should be able to qualify for British citizenship.

Luke Flemington, who was rejected by the South African Air Force only to fly for the Royal Air Force, won the UK’s highest military award in flying for leading low-level rescue missions into Libya; conducted under fire in his Hercules aircraft.

Film, television and theatre producer Eric Abraham is best known for producing the Academy Award and Golden Globe Award-winning film Kolya (Best Foreign Language Film 1996) but this champion of South African culture also supports Cape Town’s Fugard Theatre and has nurtured many important South African productions to the London stage.

The Rand has remained high against major currencies with uncertainty towards the health of ex-president Nelson Mandela however local Data and better than expected local data have kept the rate relatively steady with hope of improvement.

From 28 October 2013, all applicants for settlement (Indefinite Leave to Remain) in the UK, as well as UK citizenship would be expected to pass the Life in the UK test, and to pass an English speaking and listening test.

Sammy is the face of the Starfish Greathearts Foundation, which aims to bring life, hope and opportunity to children orphaned or made vulnerable by HIV/AIDS in South Africa by identifying the very best community based organisations and partnering with them to ensure the highest quality care

The Rand strengthened in late trade on Thursday despite good US data that boosted the dollar against the EURO.

Writer, academic, social entrepreneur and futurist

Ever wondered what a Conference of Action would be like? Greenpop’s Trees for Zambia Project calls itself just that.

The Reserve Bank says that economy might be harmed if billionaire entrepreneur, who seeks South Africa’s exchange controls to be declared unconstitutional, as he tries to get his R250m recompensed from the Bank, is successful with his bid

Citrus Black Spot disease looks set to take a toll on South African farmers, who are being forced to add to their mounting export costs in order to comply with the regulations of the incredibly valuable yet increasingly strict European Union.

Experts predict difficult times for the South African economy after the rand’s decline, and assess that Nelson Mandela’s poor health is not adding to the currency’s weakness, rather it is a mixture of national and international factors such as labour unrest.

The lecture by Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, chairman of the African Union Commission, will reflect on past achievements and challenges of the AU and look ahead to the next 50 years.

Babalwa combines a flourishing career in the UK with a personal long-term project of spreading awareness of cancer in South Africa, where it is often sidelined by the magnitude of the HIV/Aids-TB pandemic. However, cancer kills, and Babalwa is determined to use her training as a therapeutic radiographer to educate women in particular about cancer affecting them.

Mark Kapchanga examines the world of African airlines and considers why they may be on the cusp of another boom in passenger numbers

Building local partnerships is key to success in Pan African markets

As Africa’s aviation industry grows, South Africa’s state-owned carrier may contribute to the economy, but many criticise the SAA structure

CEO of multinational glass repair company Belron/Autoglass

Spirohealth is a chiropractic practice of twelve years’ standing in the Putney community that has recently seen a change of ownership and an infusion of new chiropractic thinking that has led to a rapid expansion of its patient base

In the light of on-going immigration scams, BIC would once again like to warn South Africans to be very careful to fall in the trap of these ruthless scammers by following the caveats below.

Author, speaker and creativity consultant

Claire came to the UK as recently as August 2012 after a previous spell in the Fens. As a vet, she has trained in one animal-loving society and come to practice in another.

Veteran stage and screen actor, most widely known for his role as Ashwin Kumar in The Kumars at No. 42

The unmarried partner visa immigration category enables unmarried partners of persons present and settled in the UK who have lived together in a heterosexual or same-sex relationship akin to marriage for at least two years continuously, to apply to join their partner in the UK.

Journalist, critic and Grammy-winning lyricist

One of the advantages of the UK Ancestry Visa is that there are no work restrictions on the visa holder. You can apply for one for your spouse, civil partner, unmarried partner and dependant children under 18 to join you in the UK.

Prue Leith is up there, looking anything but her years in the smartest pair of red ankle boots and captivating the audience with her words. Her story is delicious, in and out of the kitchen.

Join London’s South African business leaders for delicious Rainbow Nation food and drinks high on the deck of Nedbank’s London office

Section Commander and Physical Training Instructor in 1 Rifles

Veteran South African actress of stage and screen

IBM researchers use mobile phone data to redraw Ivory Coast bus routes.