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SABMILLER TO BEGIN CONSTRUCTION OF BREWERY IN NAMIBIA IN APRIL THIS YEAR
6 March 2013. SABMiller is planning to break ground in April this year with the construction of its planned 260 000 hectolitre brewery in Namibia.
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SAB FOUNDATION INNOVATION AWARDS CALLS FOR 2013 ENTRIES
JOHANNESBURG. 6 March 2013. The 3rd Annual SAB Foundation Social Innovation Awards is now open for entry to entrepreneurs and businesses which offer sustainable socially innovative products and processes. These products and processes should directly address the challenges faced by low-income women, youth, people living with disabilities, and people living in rural areas.
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SAB Foundation Innovation Awards Calls For 2013 Entries
The SAB Foundation Innovation Awards offers a first place grant of R1-million and two runner-up grants of R500 000 each.
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SABMiller to begin construction of brewery in Namibia in April this year
SABMiller is planning to break ground in April this year with the construction of its planned 260 000 hectolitre brewery in Namibia
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SAB ANNOUCES TOP 15 YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP FINALISTS FOR 2013
Johannesburg. 15 February 2013. The South African Breweries (SAB) has announced the Top 15 national finalists for this year in its youth entrepreneurship programme, SAB KickStart.
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SAB BRINGS BEER HEROES TO CLARENS CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL
Clarens, 25 February 2013.
Festival-goers at this weekend’s third annual Clarens Craft Beer Festival, sponsored by The South African Breweries (SAB), were among the first to become ‘Beer Heroes’ by using the new MyBeer app.
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SAB invests hundreds of millions of rands into ambitious new maltings plant
SAB has announced a R700-million investment in a state-of the-art new maltings plant in Alrode, Gauteng.
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GRINDROD WINS INAUGURAL SAB WORLD OF BEER BANKERS TASTING CHALLLENGE
Johannesburg. 11 February 2013. The South African Breweries (SAB) World of Beer has crowned Grindrod Bank as SA’s Best Beer Taster Bank during its inaugural Bankers Beer Tasting Challenge, held over the weekend.
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National, Local Government Team Up With SAB to Support Nelson Mandela Bay Metro Municipality
27 November 2012DCoG Business Adopt-a-Municipality initiative focuses on water.
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SAB posts strong growth in revenue and profit in six months to end September 2012
26 November 2012(Johannesburg, 22 November 2012): The South African Breweries posted strong gains in revenue and operating profit for the six months to end September 2012 as the continued focus on market facing investments and retail execution delivered positive results.
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Young Entrepreneurs Take Top Honours at Annual SAB KickStart 2012 National Awards
16 November 2012The South African Breweries (SAB) believes that the role of the private sector in driving job creation in South Africa is critical, particularly since close to 30% of the country’s population is economically inactive and at least 70% of that figure is attributable to the youth.
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Young Entrepreneur’s Malaria Test Kit Wins SAB Foundation 2nd Annual Social Innovation Awards
01 November 2012SAB Foundation invests in 60 micro and small business and creates 372 jobs.
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SAB and Boucher Join Forces in Fight Against Rhino Poaching
30 October 2012Mark Boucher and SAB officially launch non-profit company.
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SAB Appoints Mauricio Leyva Managing Director of Beer Division
22 October 2012Norman Adami to continue as SAB Chairman.
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Renowned conservationist Dr. Ian Player inaugural SAB Environmental Hall of Famer
18 October 2012The South African Breweries (SAB) today inducted world-renowned conservationist, Dr. Ian Player into its inaugural SAB Environmental Hall of Fame as part of the SAB Environmental Media and Environmentalist of the Year Awards 2012.
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SAB Foundation Announces Finalists for 2ND Annual Innovation Awards
10 October 2012The South African Breweries (SAB) Foundation has announced the finalists of its 2nd annual Innovation Awards.
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Donation keeps critical De Aar’s Fetal Alcohol Syndrome Prevention Project going
13 September 2012A donation of R1 million by The South African Breweries (SAB) to the Foundation for Alcohol Related Research (FARR) has saved one of the Foundation’s most significant projects in De Aar from closure.
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SAB Announces Sports Media Awards 2012
16 August 2012The South African Breweries (SAB) today announced the launch of this year’s SAB Sports Media Awards, with entries opening on Monday, 3rd September.
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SAB Launches New Online Portal for Environmental Media Awards 2012
13 August 2012Johannesburg, 8th August 2012: The South African Breweries (SAB) today launched its new online entering and judging portal for the “SAB Environmental Media & Environmentalist of the Year Awards 2012, heralding the opening of entries for this year’s Awards.
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Mark Boucher and SAB to helpsave SA's Rhino
13 August 2012SAB-Boucher NPO to raise money and register SA’s 18 000 rhinos on DNA database
Cape Town. 8 August 2012. Former SA wicketkeeper, Mark Boucher, today announced that despite his retirement from international cricket, he will continue to be visible on the international stage with a new and personal project – helping to save South Africa’s Rhino population from extinction.
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SAB Joins Government Departments to Bring Change Across the Country on Mandela Day
19 July 201217 July 2012. The South African Breweries (SAB) has partnered with several provincial government departments, non-profit organisations and the Gauteng Office of the Premier as part of the company’s nationwide Mandela Day campaign roll out, starting tomorrow, Wednesday, 18th July.
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2nd Annual SAB Foundation Innovation Awards Call for Entries
16 July 20129 July 2012. The South African Breweries (SAB) Foundation is on the look-out for some of the country’s most innovative products and processes, which are aimed at improving the lives of people, specifically women, youth, people living with disabilities and people living in rural areas.
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SAB Announces Environmental Media & Environmentalist of the Year Awards 2012
26 June 2012The South African Breweries (SAB) have announced the “SAB Environmental Media & Environmentalist of the Year Awards 2012.”
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SAB and SAFA celebrate youth development through sport
29 May 2012The draw for the football teams contesting the 2012 SAB League was conducted today, at SAB World of Beer. The showdown that will determine who will be crowned national champions and promoted up to the Second Division, is scheduled to take place from Sunday, 10 June 2012, with the final being held on Sunday, 17 June 2012.
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SAB posts strong growth in profit and margins in year to end March 2012
24 May 2012The South African Breweries’ today announced strong increases in group revenue, operating profit and margins in the year to end March 2012.
The performance was driven by the on-going execution of the business strategy, launched in 2009. The strategy has seen SAB achieving cost-savings and efficiencies which have been re-invested into market-facing activities to drive profitable growth.
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SAB kickstart seeks SA's talented entrepreneurs
18 May 2012SAB KickStart, one of South Africa's largest entrepreneurship programmes undertaken by a private company, is searching for young South Africans with fledgling enterprises or bright ideas to assist them make their business dreams a reality.
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SAB’s KickStart Seeks South Africa’s Talented Young Entrepreneurs
18 April 2012SAB KickStart, one of South Africa's largest entrepreneurship programmes undertaken by a private company, is searching for young South Africans with fledgling enterprises or bright ideas to assist them make their business dreams a reality.
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SAB Taste Specialist Claims Lead in Global Beer Tasting Challenge
29 February 2012SABMiller’s global Taster of the Year title is now held by Frieda Dehrmann, SAB’s Consumer Science and Sensory Manager.
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SAB Training Institute Celebrates 20 Years of Skills Development Excellence
28 February 2012SAB celebrates two decades of providing world class skills development at its very own corporate university in Johannesburg, this year
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SAB Supports SA’S Craft Beer Industry at Clarens Beer Festival 2012
27 February 2012SAB continues its support of the growing craft beer industry in South Africa with the sponsorship of the second annual Clarens Craft Beer Festival, which took place over the weekend
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SAB prtners wth DTI and NYDA to tackle underage drinking
14 February 2012SAB has partnered with the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI), the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) and provincial Departments of Education to launch a comprehensive programme to tackle the scourge of underage drinking.
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Pairing Food and Beer For Summer
09 December 2011SAB has partnered with local culinary expert, Chef Citrum Khumalo, to share a few local, home-grown recipes and how to pair them with different beers
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SAB Signs Up to Energy Efficiency Leadership Network at COP 17 in Durban
07 December 2011SAB has signed the Energy Efficiency Leadership Network Pledge at COP 17 confirming its commitment to energy efficiency and a sustainable future.
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Public and Private Sectors Form Critical Partnership to Close the South African Water Gap by 2030
06 December 2011The Minister of Water Affairs, Honourable Edna Molewa, launched an innovative partnership between the South African government and private sector at COP 17 during a session of the World Economic Forum on water as a key focus area of adapting to climate change in the country.
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SAB Announces Winners of Sports Media Awards 2011
29 November 2011SAB announced the winners of its “SAB Sports Media Awards 2011”.
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Business Takes a Critical Look at Climate Change Challenge
28 November 2011During COP17 this week, SAB along with other leading South African corporations, will critically examine the challenge of climate change and how business can make a meaningful impact.
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SAB Erects Sports Fields for Youth
26 November 2011Sports targeted as means of combating underage drinking in partnership between SAB and the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Arts, Culture, Sport and Recreation.
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SAB Foundation and Endeavor Excelerator Help Boost Local Entrepreneurs
24 November 2011The SAB Foundation and Endeavor South Africa has given a boost to the growth aspirations of five black owned businesses through grant capital.
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SAB Ltd Grows Profit and Margins in Six Months to End September 2011
17 November 2011SAB Ltd revenue grows 10% to US$2.669-billion (5% on a constant currency basis)
EBITA grows 13% to $446-million (8% on constant currency basis)
EBITA margins improve by 50 basis points to 16.7%
Half year dividend of R43.37-million announced for Zenzele, SAB’s empowerment programme Lager volumes level at 12.3-million hl with gains in market share
Soft drinks volumes down 3% to 7.2-million hl
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SAB demonstrates it is serious about youth business
15 November 2011SAB marked Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW 2011) by announcing the winners of its youth entrepreneurship development programme, SAB KickStart.
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Innovations Get Financial Boost to Help Improve Poor Communities
01 November 2011The SAB Foundation announced Reel Gardening as the winner of its inaugural Innovation Awards.
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SAB Supports Sports Minister’s Intervention in Cricket Controversy
18 October 2011SAB supports the decision by Sports Minister Fikile Mbalula to appoint a retired judge to look into the issues surrounding Cricket SA.
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SAB Truck Drivers Deliver Condoms to SA’s Taverns
18 October 2011845 million condoms to 16 000 taverns in 5 years to avert 1.6 million new HIV/Aids infections
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SAB Announces 23rd Environmental Media & Environmentalist of the Year Award Winners
13 October 2011SAB announced the winners of its “SAB Environmental Media and Environmentalist of the Year Awards 2011”
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Dale Steyn Appointed SAB Water Ambassador
11 October 2011South African cricketer and environmental activist, Dale Steyn, will work with SAB in spreading the message around water scarcity and protecting the resource into the future.
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SAB appoints new General Manager at World Of Beer
21 September 2011SAB has announced the appointment of Erica Jago as the new General Manager for the iconic SAB World of Beer attraction.
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Ogilvy and SAB Celebrate 50 Years of Friendship
20 September 2011Ogilvy and SAB celebrate 50 years of friendship – a true rarity in today’s transient business world.
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Boost for Science Students in KZN
08 September 2011A physical science laboratory was opened at Isandlwana Technical High in Gingindlovu (KZN) following a partnership between the KZN Department of Education SAB.
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SAB Launches New Advert to Address Drinking and Driving
05 September 2011Advert presents a reality check into driving under the influence
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SAB deeply concerned by fraudulent permits in Gauteng
01 September 2011SAB has noted the decision by the North Gauteng High Court to maintain the current moratorium on the issuing of new liquor licenses in Gauteng.
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ABI’s R12,5m CSR Investment
29 August 2011ABI has committed a total of R12.5 million over three years as part of its commitment to developing the communities in which the company operates.
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SAB Announces New Look 2011 Sports Media Awards
29 August 2011SAB has announced the launch of its new look, “SAB Sports Media Awards 2011”.
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Pretoria University Named SAB Intervarsity Brewing Challenge 2011 Winners
28 August 2011The University of Pretoria has claimed the top spot in South Africa's fourth Annual Intervarsity Beer Brewing Challenge for the second consecutive year.
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Castle Lager and Cricket SA Announce New Sponsorship Partnership
19 August 2011Cricket South Africa (CSA) and SAB announced a new long term partnership that grants Castle Lager the sponsorship rights to both the Proteas’ Test and ODI teams.
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SAB Appoints Former Mvelaphanda CEO as Executive Director
11 August 2011SAB has appointed Yolanda Cuba to its board as Executive Director: Development and Decision Support.
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SAB Equips Liquor Traders to Fight Alcohol Abuse
10 August 2011Intoxicated customers, underage drinking, drinking and driving and pregnant women and drinking, are some of the issues dealt with in a radical new programme aimed at promoting the responsible trading of alcohol, launched by SAB.
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Hansa Pilsener gets the Kiss of Approval at the Sunday Times Top Brands Awards
05 August 2011Hansa Pilsener has been voted into the number one spot in the beer category in the Sunday Times Top Brands survey.
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SAB Reduces Electricity Consumption, Contributing to National Saving Effort
03 August 2011Since 2008 SAB has reduced its annual electricity consumption throughout its breweries by a total of 17%, well above the initial targeted electricity reduction of 10%.
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SAB Employees Across SA Give Their 67 Minutes and More
18 July 2011SAB has activated a nationwide mission to offer up time and services towards a series of good causes during International Nelson Mandela Day.
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SAB Intervarsity Beer Brewing Challenge 2011
14 July 2011South Africa’s fourth annual intervarsity beer brewing challenge takes place from 26-28 August 2011 at SAB Training Institute in Johannesburg.
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SAB Launches ‘No Regret Friday’ to Counter Irresponsible Drinking
01 July 2011Refreshed Reality Check campaign set to encourage responsible drinking over weekends.
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SAB Calls on MEC to Release Evidence
29 June 2011SAB has noted the comments by Gauteng economic development MEC Qedani Mahlangu yesterday at a meeting with liquor stakeholders, where she again reportedly accused the company of selling liquor to unlicensed outlets as well as “bootlegging” to shebeens at night.
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Carling Black Label to Invest in More Than 200 Coaching Workshops and Courses
28 June 2011Carling Black Label today announced its Coaches Academy” initiative – in conjunction with the South African Football Association (SAFA).
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SAB Awarded for Water Care Efforts
24 June 2011SAB's progressive efforts to conserve water were acknowledged for a second consecutive year during the annual Mail and Guardian Greening the Future Awards, held in Hyde Park, Johannesburg.
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SAB Celebrates Youth Development Through Sport
23 June 2011Teams for SAB U21 Regional League National Championships selected
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SAB Invests Further in Rhino Tracking System
22 June 2011SAB has made a further investment in a database for rhino DNA which seeks to assist police in tracking down poachers and syndicates who are preying on SA’s precious wildlife.
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SAB Offers R3 Million and Skills Training to Youth Owned Businesses
15 June 2011SAB is calling on young black entrepreneurs to try their luck at winning a share of more than R3 million in grant funding by entering its entrepreneurship development programme, SAB KickStart
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SAB Scoops SA Quality Product Award
10 June 2011SAB has been awarded a 2011 South African Quality Award (SAQA) from the Department of Trade and Industry for Best Quality Product: Big Enterprise.
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KZN’s First Tavern Intervention Programme for Men Launched in Umlazi
09 June 2011More than 100 men residing in Umlazi in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, some of whom are known perpetrators of crimes against women and children as a result of alcohol abuse, will participate in a six-week workshop to drive and inspire behavioural change.
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Growing Interest in South African Craft Beer Culture
06 June 2011South African craft brewers celebrated the turn of the season by showcasing the best micro-brewed beer at the fourth annual Solstice Festival in Broederstroom (Hartebeespoort Dam) on Saturday, 4 June 2011.
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SAB deeply concerned by MEC reported statement on sale of liquor to unlicensed outlets
01 June 2011SAB is deeply concerned by the comments reportedly made by Gauteng economic development MEC Qedani Mahlangu yesterday regarding the sale of liquor to unlicensed outlets.
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SAB Ltd posts strong performance in year to end March 2011
19 May 2011The South African Breweries Ltd today announced a strong improvement in earnings and revenue for the year ended March 2011 as the new business strategy, launched in 2009, gained real momentum.
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Castle Lager is new title sponsor of Rugby Tri-Nations
11 May 2011Castle Lager today announced its new five-year associate sponsorship of the Springbok National Rugby Team as well as of the newly renamed Castle Tri-Nations series and all Test series in South Africa and overseas tours by the Springboks.
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SAB World of Beer wins top tourist award for second time
10 May 2011For the second time in three years the SAB World of Beer has been officially judged South Africa’s top tourist attraction.
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SAB World of Beer Wins Top Tourist Award for Second Time
10 May 2011SAB World of Beer has for the second time in three years been officially judged South Africa’s top tourist attraction.
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SAB and Business Trust celebrate 12 years of ‘changing lives'
09 May 2011The Business Trust and partner SAB celebrate 12 years of making a positive difference in the lives of more than four million South Africans in the areas of education, poverty alleviation, job creation and public service improvement, amongst others.
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SAB and Business Trust Celebrate 12 Years of ‘Changing Lives’
09 May 2011The Business Trust and its partner, the South African Breweries (SAB),is celebrating 12 years of making a positive difference in the lives of more than four million South Africans in the areas of education, poverty alleviation, job creation and public service improvement, amongst others.
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Limpopo AEC Launch
21 April 2011The MEC for the Limpopo Department of Roads and Transport, Pinky Kekana, will officially open the province’s first Alcohol Evidence Centre AEC)
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Ekurhuleni gets it's 2nd alcohol evidence centre
21 April 2011Vosloorus. 15 April 2011. The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality, in partnership with the South African Breweries Limited (SAB),
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SAB brands claim prestigious international taste awards
14 April 2011Four SAB products have been awarded top honours at the 2011 International Monde Selection and Quality Awards in Brussels.
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SAB welcomes complete dismissal of Competition Case
07 April 2011SAB welcomes the decision by the Competition Tribunal to set aside the case brought against it by the Competition Commission
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SAB and Rhodes University treat waste water for re-use
22 March 2011Groundbreaking water research has potential to help preserve South Africa’s scarce water supply.
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KZN Department of Economic Development and Tourism and SAB launch Responsible Trading Partnership
18 March 2011The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDT) and SAB announced a landmark partnership to promote responsible trading amongst the licensed liquor industry throughout the province.
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SAB brews three craft beers for Clarens Craft Beer Festival
22 February 2011SAB has produced three high quality craft beers for this year’s Clarens Craft Beer Festival, a one day celebration of micro-brewed and craft beers.
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Global Fund supports SA initiatives to fight HIV and Aids
14 February 2011SAB, SABCOHA and the Global Fund, today formalised a partnership which is set to make a significant contribution to South Africa’s fight against HIV and AIDS.
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Tavern Intervention Programme for Men brings hope to Nyanga community
03 February 2011At least 130 men from Nyanga in Cape Town have graduated from SAB's Tavern Intervention Programme (TIP) for Men.
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SAB launches 2nd alcohol evidence centre in Western Cape
16 December 2010SAB in partnership with the Western Cape provincial Department of Transport and Public Works, will launch a second Alcohol Evidence Centre (AEC) in the province, giving little hope to individuals caught driving under the influence of evading the law this ‘silly season’.
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SAB partners with Gauteng Economic Development department to promote responsible trading in the liquor industry
14 December 2010SAB and the Gauteng Department of Economic Development today announced a landmark partnership to promote responsible trading in the liquor industry throughout Gauteng.
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SAB's Tavern Intervention Programme for Men produces first graduates
10 December 2010More than 200 men from Mamelodi and Finetown were honoured for their commitment and achievement in completing the six-session long workshop aimed at encouraging behavioural change in men.
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SAB empowers women affected by alcohol abuse
10 December 2010Thirty unemployed women negatively affected by alcohol abuse have been given a new lease on life after graduating from the Malibongwe Women Intervention pilot project led by the South African Breweries Limited (SAB) in partnership with Refmoloi Textile Consulting.
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SAB awarded Top SA Company status
01 December 2010SAB has been awarded first place for Excellence in the Food and Beverage category of the very first Top500 Awards held this week in Johannesburg.
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SAB educates men in taverns on social ills caused by alcohol abuse
24 November 2010SAB has launched the Tavern Intervention Programme in the Western Cape, involving more than 100 men in Nyanga, Cape Town.
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SAB Ltd posts positive performance in the six months to 30 September 2010
18 November 2010SABLtd posted solid growth in revenue and earnings for the six months ended 30 September 2010, outperforming both the economy and the beer market.
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SAB and Department of Social Development partner against FAS
18 November 2010SAB and the Department of Social Development (DSD) have joined forces to strengthen South Africa’s fight against Foetal Alcohol Syndrome.
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2010 SAB Environmentalist and environmental journalists of the year named
17 November 2010Dr Anthony Turton has been named SAB Environmentalist of the Year for his work in gathering information about the risks facing our national watersheds for over 10 years.
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SAB invests in technology to help save rhinos
17 November 2010SAB announced a landmark investment in technology to record and track wildlife species and enable police to track down poachers and syndicates who are preying on SA’s precious wildlife.
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SAB earns the admiration of its peers
09 November 2010SAB has been recognised as the most trusted company in South Africa for the fourth time in the 2010 Ask Afrika Trust Barometer
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Young entrepreneur from Egoli crowned 'Ultimate KickStarter'
26 October 2010SAB announced Antonio Pooe as the ‘Ultimate KickStarter’. Pooe’s business rose to new heights after he won the annual SAB KickStart competition in 2007.
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SAB and Bobs for Good fit children with reflective school shoes for pedestrian safety
19 October 2010SAB and the Bobs for Good foundation today announced a R1- million partnership that will see 10 000 school children across the country receive school shoes with specially developed reflective strips to promote pedestrian safety.
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Independent study shows SAB makes a significant contribution to SA's economy, tax revenue and jobs
14 October 2010SAB's economy wide contribution to South Africa’s gross domestic product (GDP) amounted to approximately R66.2-billion, or 3.1%, in 2009 and the company supported 355 000 jobs, according to a study undertaken by independent economics group Econex.
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SAB’S figths social ills in local taverns
12 October 2010SAB has launched a progressive programme aimed at tackling violence against women and children, as well as the spread of HIV/Aids, which can result from the abuse of alcohol.
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SAB helps to construct sports fields for the youth
14 September 2010SAB has partnered with the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Arts, Culture, Sport and Recreation to establish two sports fields in the province to help encourage youth development.
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SAB Taung Barley Farmers project takes top international honour for innovation
07 September 2010SAB's 16 year-old Taung Barley Farmers project has been recognised as the African Agricultural Commodities Initiative of the Year during the inaugural Africa Investor Agribusiness Investment Awards.
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SAB Sports Journalist of the Year announced
07 September 2010Lucky Sindane of the Mail & Guardian has been named the 2010 SAB Sports Journalist of the Year for his hard-hitting features surrounding the Caster Semenya furore.
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SAB's "Let the river flow" brings clean and healthy drinking water to communities
03 September 2010SAB has teamed up with The River Trust to bring clean and healthy water to communities surrounding the Wilge River in Frankfort, in the province of the Free State.
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KZN Alcohol Evidence Centre launch part of nationwide crackdown on drunk driving
01 September 2010The KZN Department of Transport Road Traffic Inspectorate and the SAB unveiled its third state-of-the-art Alcohol Evidence Centre (AEC) in Port Shepstone.
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SAB entrepreneurship programme celebrates 15 years
30 August 2010SAB's Entrepreneurship Development programme, SAB KickStart, this year celebrates 15 years of establishing and growing thousands of small businesses owned by South African youth.
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SAB satisfied with Competition Tribunal decision
23 August 2010SAB has expressed satisfaction with todayâs decision by the Competition Tribunal to grant an order giving the companyâs external legal representatives and independent experts access to certain documents needed to cross-examine a key Competition Commission witness.
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The University of Pretoria wins third annual Intervarsity Beer Brewing Competition
23 August 2010The University of Pretoria won the third Intervarsity Beer Brewing Challenge at the Stellenbosch Lodge on Saturday 21 August 2010.
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Castle Lager to pay tribute to John Smit
20 August 2010Castle Lager will offer up a round of beer to all adults amongst the 90 000 plus spectators expected to attend the clash between South Africa and New Zealand, in paying tribute to Springbok captain, John Smit, as he makes his 100th appearance in the green and gold jersey at FNB stadium on Saturday, 21 August 2010.
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Finalists announced in 30th SAB Sports Journalist of the Year Awards
13 August 2010The judges released the line-up of finalists for the 30th SAB Sports Journalist of the Year Awards.
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SAB to defend case before Competition Tribunal
09 August 2010SAB intends to fully contest the case of alleged anti-competitive behaviour which will be heard by the Competition Tribunal from Wednesday, 11th August.
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Castle Lite to bring coldest beer ever served in South Africa
05 August 2010South Africa's most popular premium beer brand, Castle Lite, is rolling out a huge nationwide campaign which will make the beer drinking experience colder than ice by introducing new fridges, draught equipment and mobile ice bar events.
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SAB caring for people, environment and country through sustainable development
04 August 2010SAB is taking a hands-on approach to tackling economic and social challenges in SA by focusing on initiatives to, among others, promote the responsible consumption of alcohol, assist with water scarcity, drive enterprise development and help communities
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SAB welcomes ASA ruling on complaints by brandhouse
02 August 2010SAB has welcomed the recent ruling by the ASA regarding a complaint lodged against the company by brandhouse Beverages.
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SAB appoints sustainable development expert
29 July 2010SAB announces that former CEO of the National Business Initiative (NBI), Andre Fourie, has been appointed to head up its Sustainable Development division.
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World Cup fans give thumbs up to SAB World of Beer
22 July 2010More than 8 500 overseas soccer fans visited SAB’s World of Beer during the FIFA World Cup.
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SAB successfully supports 2010 World Cup
15 July 2010SAB is pleased to announce that it successfully supported the FIFA World Cup, with sales volumes slightly ahead of expectations and a lasting legacy left through investments in township taverns.
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Call for entries: 30th SAB Sports Journalist of the Year Awards
06 July 2010Entry submission for the 30th SAB Sports Journalist of the Year Awards opened on 5 July 2010.
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SAB empowerment deal oversubscribed
09 June 2010SAB announced that there has been an overwhelming response to the offer of SAB Zenzele shares, with the offer being 29% oversubscribed.
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SAB receives Water Care Award at Mail and Guardian Greening the Future Awards ceremony
03 June 2010SAB has been acknowledged for its work in the preservation and conservation of water during the annual Mail and Guardian Greening the Future Awards
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Crown and SABMiller launch new can for World Cup
21 May 2010As part of its preparations for the forthcoming FIFA World Cup tournament, SAB Ltd, SABMiller plc’s South African subsidiary, is introducing a new innovation in beer packaging.
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SAB Ltd posts strong performance in year to end March 2010
20 May 2010SAB posted a strong performance for the financial year ended March 2010 amid early signs that the company’s business strategy is working.
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Gauteng gets another Alcohol Evidence Centre in Tshwane
18 May 2010SAB and The Tshwane Metropolitan Police has launched a state-of-the-art Alcohol Evidence Centre (AEC) in Pretoria.
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SAB partners with FASfacts to tackle FAS
13 May 2010SAB has announced that it will be partnering with FASfacts, a local non-profit organization, in order to work towards combating Foetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS).
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SAB welcomes Competition Tribunal ruling
13 May 2010SAB welcomes the Competition Tribunal’s decision to separate out aspects of proceedings relating to the company, following a hearing yesterday.
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SAB invests in supporting 2010 World Cup
11 May 2010SAB has shown a strong commitment to supporting the upcoming FIFA Soccer World Cup, having invested an estimated R170-million to ensure the event is a world class spectacle.
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Carling Black Label wins 18th international award for taste
07 May 2010Carling Black Label has sealed its reputation as a champion beer by scooping its 18th international award, a gold medal at the 2010 Monde Selection and Quality Awards in Brussels.
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Bafana Bafana and Castle Superfans salute SA soccer
05 May 2010Castle Superfans hosted South Africa’s national soccer side, Bafana Bafana, at Sedibeng in Meadowlands, Soweto on 5 May 2010 to welcome them back from Germany and give them their full backing ahead of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ kick off.
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SAB welcomes ASA ruling on misleading advertising by brandhouse
27 April 2010SAB welcomes the ruling by the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) in relation to a complaint lodged by the company against brandhouse Beverages for misleading and false advertising directed at the commercial trade.
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SAB voted ‘Most Desirable Company To Work For’
16 April 2010SAB has been voted South Africa’s ‘Most Desirable Company To Work For’ in the Magnet Professional Survey 2010.
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SAB Regional League Celebrates 10 Years of Football Development
13 April 2010The 2010 SAB U-21 Championships will be held at SJ Smith Stadium, Lamontville in Kwa-Zulu Natal from 18th to 24th April 2010 and coincides with the 10 year commemoration of the SAB Regional League.
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SAB Announces Extension of the SAB Zenzele Retailer Offer
07 April 2010SAB today announced that the closing date for participation in the retailer component of its broad-based empowerment transaction has been extended.
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KZN Alcohol Evidence Centre launch part of nationwide crackdown on drunk driving
31 March 2010The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Transport Road Traffic Inspectorate and SAB today unveiled its second state-of-the-art Alcohol Evidence Centre in Umdloti RTI, this is launched in conjunction with the Department of Transport Easter Holiday road safety campaign.
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Alcohol Evidence Centre launch signals war on drunk driving in Ekurhuleni
29 March 2010The Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Police Department and SAB today launched a state of the art Alcohol Evidence Centre in Kempton Park.
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SAB welcomes Competition Tribunal ruling
24 March 2010SAB welcomes the Competition Tribunal’s decision following today’s hearing on an application to dismiss the Competition Commission case regarding SAB’s alleged anti-competitive behaviour.
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SAB calls on Competition Commission to give facts of case
22 March 2010The Competition Tribunal will tomorrow hear an application filed by the South African Breweries (Ltd) to dismiss the Competition Commission’s case regarding alleged anti-competitive behaviour.
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SAB gears up for 2010
09 March 2010Castle Lager to lead support of national team. The South African Breweries (SAB) has outlined details of its preparations to ensure the country is fully stocked and supplied with beer during the forthcoming FIFA World Cup tournament.
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SAB Zenzele transaction clinches DealMakers Deal of the Year Award
25 February 2010The South African Breweries Ltd (SAB) is delighted to have been awarded DealMakers magazine “Deal of the Year” award for its Zenzele black economic empowerment transaction.
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SAB LTD’S BBBEE Deal opens for Retailers
23 February 201042% of SAB’s R7,3-billion BBBEE deal – 19.2-million shares worth R3-billion – to be made available to liquor and softdrinks retailers
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Alcohol Evidence Centres making the roads safer
18 February 2010The roll out of Alcohol Evidence Centres (AEC) across the country is proving a critical tool for law enforcement to detect and prosecute drivers under the influence of alcohol.
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ABI welcomes settlement on wage and benefits offer
08 February 2010ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, has welcomed the strike settlement agreement reached today with the Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU).
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ABI to receive second memorandum from FAWU
27 January 2010ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, will today receive a second memorandum from the Food Allied Workers Union (FAWU) which has members on strike at some ABI depots.
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ABI presents evidence of strike-related violence and criminal acts
26 January 2010ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries (SAB), today presented to the media photographic evidence of the violence and criminal acts that have characterised the strike under way at some ABI depots.
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More than 60% of ABI sites halt strike action
21 January 2010ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, can report today that more than 60% of its sites have now halted the strike action led by the Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU), but there has been a dramatic increase in violence and intimidation at key production sites this week.
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ABI calls on FAWU to honour its CCMA undertaking on violence
19 January 2010ABI has called on FAWU to honour its recent undertaking to call on all members and supporters to conduct themselves lawfully and peacefully during the strike under way at some ABI sites.
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Many ABI striking employees return to work
18 January 2010ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, has seen a significant number of employees returning to work today, despite the continuation of strike action.
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Outcome of ABI and FAWU wage negotiations
14 January 2010ABI and the Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU) held high level wage discussions yesterday which concluded in the early hours of this morning.
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Labour Court grants order against FAWU on violence
13 January 2010The Labour Court in Johannesburg has ordered the Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU) and its members to refrain from committing any acts of violence and criminal conduct during the strike currently under way at some ABI plants and depots.
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ABI holds firm on wage and benefits offer
12 January 2010ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, says its wage and benefits offer to members of the Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU) is both very fair and reasonable, particularly in light of the current inflation rate and the recession.
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ABI receives memorandum from FAWU
11 January 2010ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries today received a memorandum from the Food Allied Workers Union (FAWU) which has members on strike at some ABI depots.
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Strike at ABI continues despite lack of support by FAWU members
08 January 2010The strike action currently under way at some ABI depots is being supported by only 45% of FAWU’s members, and less than 65% of ABI’s total workforce. The fact that the majority of workers have remained at work has ensured that the strike has had limited impact on the operations of ABI, the soft drinks division of South African Breweries Ltd (SAB).
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Strike has limited impact on ABI operations
06 January 2010There has been limited disruption to operations at ABI as a result of the strike currently under way, with more than 65% of the company’s workforce remaining at work.
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ABI calls in CCMA to ensure strikers adhere to strike rules
06 January 2010ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, has called in the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) to ensure that members of the Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU) adhere to the strike rules and halt their current tactics of violence and intimidation.
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FAWU agrees to publicly distance itself from strike violence and intimidation
05 January 2010ABI is pleased to note that the Food and Allied Workers Union (FAWU) has agreed to publicly distance itself from acts of violence and intimidation which have permeated the strike action under way at some ABI depots.
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Strikers arrested at ABI Midrand depot
05 January 2010ABI can confirm that a number of strikers were today arrested and taken into custody after an outbreak of violence at the company’s Midrand depot and manufacturing plant.
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ABI continues to attempt to resolve issues with strikers, as violence continues
04 January 2010ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, is exploring all avenues in an attempt to bring the violence and intimidation of current strikes to an end.
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CCMA hearing aims to ensure ABI strikers adhere to strike rules
03 January 2010Two high level interventions will take place next week in an attempt to halt the high levels of violence and intimidation that have permeated the strike currently under way at some depots of ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries.
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ABI calls for calm
30 December 2009ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, has called for calm amongst strikers today after escalating levels of violence by strikers at some ABI depots, and has urged the union to ensure its members respect the rule of the law.
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ABI responds to FAWU’s suggestions of low quality manufacturing during strike
30 December 2009ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, has dismissed with contempt FAWU’s suggestion that the quality of Coca-Cola products manufactured since the strike began cannot be guaranteed.
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ABI granted court interdict
29 December 2009ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, has been granted a court interdict ruling that strikers cannot in any way undertake violent or intimidating actions towards ABI customers, suppliers or employees who are continuing to work.
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ABI Strike
29 December 2009ABI, the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries, deplores the escalating violence and intimidation which is now permeating the strike action currently being undertaken by members of FAWU (the Food and Allied Worker’s Union) at some ABI depots and plants.
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ABI strike
28 December 2009Members of FAWU (the Food and Allied Worker’s Union) are continuing with strike action at some ABI (the soft drinks division of the South African Breweries) depots.
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Launch of SHADOW – a major victory against drunk driving
16 December 2009Joint statement by Western Cape Minister of Transport Robin Carlisle and SAB
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SAB LTD announces detailed terms of BBBEE transaction
08 December 2009The South African Breweries Ltd (SAB) today announced the full terms of its broad-based BBBEE transaction
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Soweto alcohol evidence centre launch signals war on drunk driving
08 December 2009Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department and SAB launcha state of the art Alcohol Evidence Centre in Soweto.
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Five entrepreneurs win R320 000 in regional SAB KickStart finals
26 November 2009A clothing manufacturer and designer, an IT specialist, a sign-maker, a jeweler, and company supplying industrial and domestic gardening services, have won a share of R320 000 in The South African Breweries’ KickStart Programme regional finals.
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Be a good mate with Castle Lager and SACAB this festive season
24 November 2009This festive season Castle Lager is making sure that friends look out for each other
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SAB North Region announces regional KickStart winners
19 November 2009The SAB Kickstart North Region winners for the 2009 programme were announced with a line-up of businesses ranging from tourism to engineering to catering
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SAB Ltd interim performance in line with expectations
19 November 2009SAB Ltd has announced a solid performance with a volume trend in line with expectations.
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Four Gauteng entrepreneurs win R320 000
18 November 2009Four Gauteng-based entrepreneurs have won a share of R320 000 in one of South Africa’s largest entrepreneurial development initiatives in the private sector - The South African Breweries’ KickStart Programme.
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Zululand agricultural co-operative scoops top prize in regional SAB Kickstart competition
17 November 2009The owner of a Zululand farming co-operative is the winner of the East Coast Regional finals in the 2009 SAB KickStart Entrepreneurial Development Programme competition.
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2009 Environmentalist and Environmental Journalists
17 November 2009A record number of entries were received for the 21st SAB Environmentalist And Environmental Journalists Of The Year Awards.
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Celebrity chefs display their Italian flair
04 November 2009The nationwide hunt for the Peroni Chef culminated in the selection of the winner on 4 November 2009 in Johannesburg
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KZN Alcohol Evidence Centre launched in KZN
21 October 2009State-of-the-art Alcohol Evidence Centre (AEC) unveiled in Pietermaritzburg is part of nationwide crackdown on drunk driving.
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Young entrepreneurs win big at SAB KickStart Awards
20 October 2009The winners of the annual SAB KickStart Enterprise Development Initiative were announced at a function at the Sandton Sun last night.
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2009/10 ETEYA finalists announced
30 September 2009World Tourism Day celebrates diversity through emerging entrepreneurs
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Local restaurant launches innovative transport alternative to drink driving
23 September 2009Pilot project with SAB offers customers complimentary ride home in unique three-wheeled ‘Beani’
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SAB announces bold plan to tackle alcohol abuse
09 September 2009SAB announced an innovative plan of action that will see SAB taking the lead in tackling alcohol abuse in South Africa.
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SAB kicks off a national series of BBBEE workshops across the country
03 September 2009SAB has embarked on a widespread programme of engagement on its BBBEE transaction with retailers across the country.
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SAB Ltd Selects Genpact as Business Process Manager
03 August 2009New South African partnership to drive process effectiveness and performance improvement for SAB
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SA rugby players scored tries for charity
17 July 2009R150 000 in funds raised for MAD and donated by SAB through tries scored by the Springboks and Provincial sides as part of the Castle South Africa 2009 Lions Series
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SAB LTD Announces distinctive R6 billion BBBEE Transaction
01 July 2009The South African Breweries Ltd (SAB) today announced a significant proposed BBBEE transaction worth approximately R6 billion, which will place about 10% of the company’s shares under black ownership. Genuinely broad-based, the transaction intends to benefit those stakeholders who are directly involved in the company’s business.
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SAB Sports Journalist of the Year Announced
30 June 2009Renowned television director Alvin Naicker was named as the overall winner in the SAB Sports Journalist of the Year Awards.
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Making the Boks Greener
24 June 2009As primary sponsor of the Castle South Africa 2009 Lions Series, South African Breweries (SAB) have extended their environmental support to a unique new project, ‘Greening the Boks’.
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Arrival of reigning World Cup champs in SA celebrated in true Italian style
09 June 2009The City of Tshwane plays host to the Italian National Football Team – the passionate and spirited “Azzurri” - at a special Champions Dinner.
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The South African Breweries grows total volumes in ‘tough’ trading environment
14 May 2009Following the release of SABMiller plc’s preliminary results for the period to end March 2009, the South African Breweries Limited (SAB) has announced a solid performance with a volume trend in line with expectations.
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Winners announced for Emerging Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year Award
11 May 2009A KwaZulu-Natal tour operator has won the 2008 Emerging Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year Award (ETEYA).
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Less than two weeks to enter SAB Sports Journalist of the Year Awards
08 May 2009Submission of entries for the SAB Sports Journalist of the Year Awards closes on 15 May 2009.
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SAB Ltd water measures help global reduction targets
17 March 2009The South African Breweries (SAB) Ltd has set itself a target to reduce water consumption by at least 10% in the coming few years. In so doing, it aims to support the SABMiller plc objective of reducing water consumption across the group by 25%.
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SABMiller announces South African political donations
13 March 2009SABMiller plc announced today that, following due consideration, the SABMiller Board has decided that the group should provide funding to political parties in the forthcoming South African elections as part of the group’s continuing commitment to encourage the development of a multi-party democracy in South Africa.
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Castle sponsors 2009 SA Lions tour
18 February 2009South African Breweries Ltd (SAB) has been named as the title sponsor of the prestigious tour of South Africa by the British and Irish Lions in a R25m deal with SA Rugby.
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Vincent Maphai joins SAB
13 February 2009The South African Breweries (SAB) Ltd has announced that as of 1 March 2009 Dr Vincent Maphai, former chairman of BHPBilliton Southern Africa, will be joining the brewer as Executive Director of Corporate Affairs and Transformation.
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SAB’s enterprise development programmes set global standards for group
10 December 2008KickStart and Taung Farmers Project models adopted globally;
Commercial equity spend with local suppliers nears R7-billion
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Fresh new look for SAB’s Miller Genuine Draft
30 September 2008MGD makeover lines up with consumer and international trends
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SAB builds apple ales' momentum with the new premium brand
16 September 2008Following the global trend of premiumisation in beer, the South African Breweries (SAB) Ltd today announced the introduction of a new premium apple ale in the flavoured alcoholic beverages (FAB) sector.
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SAB builds on premium success
02 September 2008Hot on the heels of the successful introduction of Grolsch into the South African market, the South African Breweries Ltd (SAB) today said it will be launching a new premium brand, Dreher Premium Lager.
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SAB’S ground-breaking Project Calabash nears completion
04 August 2008Massive initiative spells the end for iconic quart bottle
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Grolsch hits the ground running in SA
09 July 2008The first batch of premium Dutch brew Grolsch was introduced to South Africa last week by SAB Ltd in a tightly-controlled distribution plan, sending supplies to those customers believed to be best placed to shape this top global brand’s position in the South African market.
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Local brews scoop seven major international awards
01 July 2008Bigger may not always be better – but in the case of the South African Breweries Ltd, it is a distinct advantage. And to prove it, SAB has recently garnered seven prestigious international taste and quality awards for its beers.
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"Gesondheid" to premium beer as iconic Dutch brand Grolsch joins SAB portfolio
10 June 2008SAB moves quickly to introduce world premium product to South Africa.
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Entrepreneurs get a Kickstart to the big time
26 May 2008Young entrepreneurs still have some time to enter their great business ideas for the annual South African Breweries (SAB) KickStart Awards, and to potentially walk away with their share of R2,6-million worth of grants, mentorship and training. Participants now have until 18 June 2008 to get their entries to their nearest SAB offices.
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SABMiller’s South African operations report sustained revenue growth
15 May 2008Following the release of SABMiller plc’s preliminary results for the period to end March 2008, the South African Breweries Limited has announced that notwithstanding the loss of a licence to manufacture a premium brand in March 2007 (then 9% of volumes), the company had recorded Rand revenue growth of 6%, maintained lager volumes in line with last year and contained the EBITA drop to 6% in constant currency.
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SAB launches new brand in high performing flavoured alcoholic beverage segment
04 March 2008The South African Breweries (SAB) today announced it would introduce a new brand, Skelter’s Straight, to the South African market. This follows the successful launch of brand variant Sarita Ruby Dry in January this year and a new peach variant of Brutal Fruit in November 2007.
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Caddies shine through the rain at Sun City
04 December 2007Four caddies representing the South African Breweries Limited (SAB) in the Sports Trust Golf Challenge on Monday, the charity sequel to the just-completed Nedbank Golf Challenge at Sun City, have done the company proud by winning second place.
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SAB managing beer supplies
05 October 2007The South African Breweries Ltd (SAB) has confirmed that while supplies of certain of its pack sizes and types are under pressure, there is no critical shortage of beer in the country.
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Kraft Foods sells Lecol to Appeltiser
13 July 2007Kraft Foods Inc. (NYSE: KFT),a global leader in branded food and beverages, announced today that it has agreed to sell its Lecol brands to Appletiser, a subsidiary of the South African Breweries (SAB) Ltd, for an undisclosed amount. The sale will be effective from 1 September 2007.
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Consumers can relax: SA is not running out of beer
12 June 2007SAB said today that beer lovers need have little fear that the country was “running out of beer”. Some recent reports in the media have led consumers to believe that there is a new, general shortage.
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Intermittent beer stock shortage anticipated following unusually high demand and continuing glass shortages
08 June 2007The South African Breweries Ltd (SAB) said today that the company continues to experience ‘unusually high’ demand for this time of the year, across its range of brands.
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Premium beer category records growth of 23%
17 May 2007Following the release of SABMiller plc’s preliminary results today, the South African Breweries Limited has announced Rand revenue growth of 11% and constant currency EBITA growth of 14% for the year to end March 2007.
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SAB to invest over R0.5-billion to introduce new quart bottles
16 April 2007The South African Breweries Limited (SAB) has announced that it is to replace its existing 750ml beer bottle – the famous “quart” – with a new, more up to date model.
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South African Breweries LTD launches its Easter weekend responsible drinking campaign
01 April 2007The Easter long weekend is around the corner – and with it comes long-distance travelling, good times with friends and family, and lots of parties. To promote the safest possible break for every South African, the South African Breweries Limited (SAB) has launched a special Easter weekend responsible drinking campaign.
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New premium beer launched in South Africa
27 March 2007Premium beer drinkers in South Africa are set to be spoilt for choice when a new premium beer, Hansa Marzen Gold, is made available to the public by SAB in April. This premium product is the first locally developed but internationally based beer to be introduced to South Africa in many years.
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SAB launches premium Peroni Nastro Azzuro in draught in South Africa
26 March 2007The South African Breweries Limited (SAB) confirmed today that it would be capitalising on the success of its premium brand, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, by introducing the brand into on-tap draught. Initial availability would be at selected outlets from the end of March, with a planned rollout nationwide in the next few months.
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SAB to invest R100-million in CO2 self-reliance capacity
18 March 2007The South African Breweries (SAB) confirmed today that it would be investing R100m in new CO2 capacity. This follows a period of shortages which have affected the company’s Soft Drink Division, ABI, from producing sufficient quantities of soft drinks to meet consumer demand.
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SAB to discontinue production of Amstel in South Africa
12 March 2007The South African Breweries Limited (SAB) has learnt through a Heineken press release that they have terminated SAB’s licence to brew, market and distribute Amstel Lager, which SAB has been doing for 40 years in South Africa, with immediate effect.
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