Mark Brassell

#Optimal_Investments One of the most effective investment strategies involves investing in portfolios that provide opportunities for active direct or indirect participation, Like in the optimal outcomes of equity investments. This contrasts with money market funds, where returns are solely determined by fund managers without any input from the investors regarding the influencing factors relative to their returns.

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📢 Attention, everyone! 📢 As we approach the end of May, it’s crucial to complete your payroll reconciliations. Don’t forget to review your records and get accurate data to SARS. Get them in early as the system can get quite congested on deadline day. #Payroll #FinancialManagement #EndOfMay #EMP501

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SA’s captive lion industry ban ‘long overdue’ South Africa’s Cabinet has recently approved a revised Policy Position to halt the country’s captive lion industry, which has threatened its reputation as a leader in the conservation of wildlife and as a destination with iconic wild lions. The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment’s (DFFE) latest revised Policy Position on the Conservation and Sustainable Use of Elephant, Lion, Leopard and Rhinoceros, said the intensive breeding of lions in controlled environments, and the commercial exploitation of captive or captive-bred lions had negatively affected their iconic status. “Although some operators may implement acceptable standards of welfare, there are major animal welfare contraventions in the industry in general,” the DFFE said. For the full story click on the link below.. #vumbuaafrica #captivelions #southafrica #lions #cheetah #elephants #rhino #travelagency #exploreafrica #tourafrica #privatetour #travelafrica

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Don't let tax complexities leave a bitter taste! An accountant can craft a tax strategy that keeps your food or beverage business compliant and financially efficient. 🍕💰 #TaxSavings #CulinaryFinance

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🚀 The time has come! And it's game-changing for accountants looking to take the leap and run their own business! We are thrilled to introduce HV Hubs, created by Heaton Vences founders Joseph Heaton & Emi Vences! This is unlike anything you've seen before in the accounting industry - well, at least we think so. See for yourself 👇 Want to stay in the loop and join our waiting list? The link is in the comments! 🔗 #HVHubs #AccountingRevolution #FutureOfAccounting #JoinTheWaitlist

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We attended some epic trade events in April and May but Bronwyn Litkie, Clayton Vigne and Gulam Sawant were *raving* about Africa's Travel Indaba 2024. 2 nuggets gleaned after plenty of conversations with hoteliers, agents and operators: 1. Almost every property from Africa said that DMCs and travel agents consistently ask them what they're doing for sustainability and will send them a list of sustainability-related questions to get their answers. While this is great for now, a list of questions to answer isn't scalable or transparent and that's where the beauty of Weeva's reporting comes in (find the ins and outs of Weeva reporting here: https://lnkd.in/dddH8xDQ ) 2. Digital marketing is becoming more and more important in the industry's purchasing process but face-to-face is still king when it comes to building trust and tailoring your pitch to individual needs. 3 things we 💚 most about Indaba: 1. The event has a relaxed, casual atmosphere. People are approachable and open to chat, making it a perfect environment for natural, more 'human' conversations. 2. While most trade shows are filled with marketing and sales teams, the people who attend Indaba are predominantly the decision-makers in the business. This is huge for short-cutting the decision-making process in larger companies. 3. There's a great mix of luxury and regular properties which means you leave the event with a more realistic, nuanced understanding of the industry. 

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May's Blog is live - this month I'm talking all things Zambia, when should you book your Safari, what's good right now and a sneak preview of what's happening for me in June. Please take a look! #safariexpert #travel #blog

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🌟 A great way to start the week as I launch my latest episode of Kusa Cast, featuring the CEO of The Tourism Business Council of South Africa, Tshifhiwa Tshivhengwa. 🎙️ 🌍 Tshifhiwa shares his extensive journey in the tourism industry, from his studies at the University of Johannesburg to his diverse roles in travel marketing and tourism management across the globe, including stints in Los Angeles and New York. ✈️🗽 🔍 The discussion delves into the significant changes in the tourism industry over the past 25 years, highlighting the pivotal role of technology and the rise of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMMEs). Tshifhiwa reflects on the industry's response to the COVID-19 pandemic, detailing the collaborative efforts between the industry and government to develop safety protocols and support measures like the UIF TERS program. 💼 📉 Listeners will gain insights into the challenges faced by the tourism sector during the pandemic, including disputes over cancellations and the complexities of business interruption insurance. Tshifhiwa also discusses the ongoing efforts to streamline visa processes and the importance of balancing domestic and international tourism. 📑🌐 🌅 Looking ahead, Tshifhiwa expresses optimism about the recovery of the tourism industry, emphasising the potential of unlocking key markets like China and India and the anticipated growth in investments and travel activities. 🚀🇨🇳🇮🇳 🎧 Join us for an engaging conversation that sheds light on the resilience and future prospects of the tourism industry in South Africa. 🇿🇦 Listen on Apple Podcasts here: 🎧 https://lnkd.in/d-_ws2fQ. The show can also be found on Spotify, YouTube and other platforms. 📲 #Tourism #Podcast #TravelIndustry #SouthAfrica #TourismRecovery #KusaCast #SMMEs #TechnologyInTourism #COVID19Response #TravelMarketing #TourismManagement #VisaProcesses #DomesticTourism #InternationalTourism #FutureOfTourism #ApplePodcasts #Spotify #YouTube

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Doing good is good business.

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We had been pleading with the government to implement this at the peak of COVID when we in the travel industry needed this the most; but like everything that has to do with the government, it's only now being spoken about two years later after life as returned to normal. We're our own worst enemy at this point. As an Entrepreneur in Africa if you are waiting for governmental bureaucracy you won't achieve anything! We launched our remote working package 2 years ago which saved our business If we had waited for this law to be passed for us to pivot we wouldn't have had a business. Being an entrepreneur in Africa is a wild sport but we understand the politics and we will succeed regardless! If you're interested in Remote Working from Africa or looking to create partnerships on the continent we got you Honest Travel Experience https://lnkd.in/eq5JVm2s

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This would be a wonderful tourism boost for Africa ATTA® What are your ideas of how can we do this in the most sustainable way?

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