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UPDATE 1-South African union threatens strike at coal and diamond mines | MyJHB.co.za

Johannesburg in the news:

  1. UPDATE 1-South African union threatens strike at coal and diamond mines: JOHANNESBURG, Oct 2 (Reuters) – South Africa’s National Union of Mineworkers (NUM) threatened on Friday to call a strike at mining companies De Beers, Exxaro and Petra Diamonds after failing to … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  2. LyondellBasell to Acquire B Stake in Sasol Unit: Sasol Ltd., the South African chemicals and fuel manufacturer, agreed to sell a $ 2 billion stake in its U.S. base-chemicals business to LyondellBasell Industries NV to help pay down debt. The unit … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  3. Epsilon Partners with BCX to Provide Global Data Centre Interconnection for African Enterprises: Epsilon, a global connectivity and communications service provider, has partnered with Business Connexion (BCX), one of South Africa’s leading technology companies, to deliver high performance data … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  4. Sandile Zungu buys PSL club AmaZulu: JOHANNESBURG – The sale of ownership in the PSL continues, with AmaZulu being the latest club to inherit a new owner. Zungu Investment Company (ZICO) has acquired 100-percent ownership of Usuthu. The … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews
  5. South Africa reopens skies to scheduled international flights: The first scheduled international flights to South Africa landed in Johannesburg and Cape Town on Thursday and the planes were virtually full according to officials at the Airports Company of SA (Acsa … – “Johannesburg” – BingNews

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Ponte City: The Vertical Microcosm

Designed by architect Rodney Grosskopff, Ponte City was envisioned as the ultimate in “jet-set” urban living. It was the first circular skyscraper in Africa, designed with a hollow “core” or “atrium” that allowed light into the apartments from both sides. When it opened, it was one of the most prestigious addresses in Johannesburg. The top three floors were massive, multi-level penthouses equipped with saunas, wine cellars, and shag carpeting, offering 360-degree views of the Highveld. The bottom levels featured high-end retail and even a bowling alley. It was a playground for the young, wealthy, and white during the height of the Apartheid era.