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Blue IQ Investment Holdings aims to deliver strategic economic infrastructure to catalyse sustainable economic growth and to indirectly contribute to job creation; to influence the composition of exports, and influence the diversification of Gauteng’s GGP. We are committed to unlocking the potential of key growth and development areas to benefit the organisation, the various projects in which we invest as well as our investment partners and the broader Gauteng economy. Overview Gauteng accounts for 33% of South Africa’s GDP and is responsible for 49,6% of all employee remuneration in the country and 52% of all institutions’ turnover. Indeed, the Gauteng economy is larger than almost every other African economy and forms the heart of the South African economy. Blue IQ Investment Holdings focuses on four growth sectors through seven current projects: - Business Tourism
- Sports Tourism
- High value-added Manufacturing
- Logistics
- Property Asset Management
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Energy
Our Vision Vision to be the premier partner in the development of strategic economic infrastructure for sustainable growth, improved job creation opportunities and facilitating socio-economic development, in the Gauteng Province of South Africa. Our Mission Blue IQ Investment Holdings invests in and commercialises strategic economic infrastructure projects in identified sectors with private and public partners, in line with provincial priorities. Guided by global best practice, we pioneer projects that ensure sustainable developmental returns for Gauteng. |
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Hoerskool Hendrik Verwoerd was named as the overall winner in the Smart Young Mindz competition 2011 today out of 5,780 entries. The Grade 8 – 10 learners created a strong substance out of recycled newspaper, silicone and clay which they modelled into bricks or suggested for use in pre-cast walls. Hoerskool Pretoria Wes took second prize for their innovative material made of recycled plastic, from which they created a range of clothing and bags. Hoerskool Eldoraigne took third place for their shoes made of recycled car and bicycle tyres. |
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Young Debaters Make an Impression at Constitution Hill |
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The debating team from Bophelo Impilo High School in Johannesburg’s CBD walked away victorious yesterday in the annual Constitution Hill Debating Tournament 2011. The teenagers argued against the notion that land should be expropriated without compensation in order to correct past injustices and team member Nonhlanhla Masanabo was nominated as best speaker of the tournament. |
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2011 Automotive Industry Conference Presentations |
The Automotive Industry Development Centre would like to thank you for attending and participating at the Automotive Industry Conference 2011, which was held at the Birchwood Hotel and Conference Centre on the 6th and 7th of September 2011.
We sincerely hope that you enjoyed the conference and that it has met or exceeded your expectations. Below is the link to the AIDC website which contains all presentations that were presented during the 2 days conference:
URL: http://www.aidc.co.za/index.php?pid=2786&ct=1&dc=3
If you have any questions, suggestions or recommendations with regard to this and the upcoming conferences please do not hesitate to contact us. |
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Blue IQ Governance Improves |
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Latest annual report highlights delivery and compliance For the first time since its inception, Blue IQ Investment Holdings’ annual report was submitted to the Gauteng legislature with an unqualified audit from the Auditor-General. The report, which was submitted within the prescribed time period, outlines projects and initiatives that are geared to stimulate Gauteng’s economy and create jobs. According to CEO Amanda Nair, the controls in place at Blue IQ have had the desired effect, though there is still room for improvement. |
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Gauteng Provincial Government Encourages Mobile Technology Innovation Through mLab |
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mLab Southern Africa (SA), a new regional lab for mobile technology entrepreneurs, application developers and innovators, was officially launched today at The Innovation Hub in Pretoria. |
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SA's Auto Policies and Gauteng Province Get Nod of Approval |
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Industry says there is still a lot of work to be done South Africa's national automotive policies and Gauteng provincial government initiatives were praised as important factors in the success of the automotive industry at the Automotive Industry Conference 2011 currently taking place at Birchwood. But experts warned that this government support is not enough to sustain the growth levels required for the sustainability of the automotive industry. Higher levels of co-ordination are required, both amongst the various tiers and instruments of government and amongst car makers. |
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Gauteng Province and Automotive Industries Respond to National Policies |
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Automotive IndustryDevelopment Centre's (AIDC) Automotive Industry Conference 2011 opens today in Gauteng. Industry experts and prominent government leaders will discuss and debate "Provincial Government and the Automotive Industry's response to National Government's Automotive Policies and Incentives". |
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Smart Young Mindz Entries up 800% |
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Pretoria, Friday 19 August 2011: Smart Young Mindz, Gauteng’s leading competition aimed at stimulating interest among learners in the fields of mathematics, science, technology and entrepreneurship, has attracted 800% more entries this year than 2010. This was announced at an event at The Innovation Hub today by Stephen Watson, Group Executive: Marketing, Communications & Events. |
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Database and Web Portal Launched In Gauteng |
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A series of web based support services to the automotive industry has been developed by the Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC), a Blue IQ subsidiary. Blue IQ is an agency of Gauteng Provincial Government’s Department of Economic Development (GDED). |
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