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HSBC Sri Lanka launches SERELT project to empower rural English Language Teachers

Businesscafe - HSBC Sri Lanka, in partnership with the Ministry of Education, the Sarvodaya Institute of Higher Learning (SIHL), and the Postgraduate Institute of English (PGIE) of the Open University of Sri Lanka (OUSL), officially launched the Skills Enhancement of Rural English Language Teachers (SERELT) project—an ambitious and transformative initiative aimed at strengthening English language education in underserved rural communities.

Cambridge hosts South Asia schools conference to navigate the future of learning

Businesscafe - The International Education group at Cambridge University Press & Assessment (Cambridge) hosted its second annual South Asia Cambridge Schools Conference, bringing together 400 educators, school and thought leaders from India, Nepal, Sri Lanka, Bhutan, Bangladesh, and the Maldives.

Ceylinco Life appoints Samitha Hemachandra to Board of Directors

Businesscafe - Ceylinco Life has announced the appointment of top marketing professional Samitha Hemachandra as an Executive Director on the company’s board of directors and his concurrent promotion to the position of Chief Operating Officer with effect from 1st April 2025.

Conch Group Partners with China Building Materials Federation and Huawei to Launch Innovative AI Model for Cement Industry

Businesscafe - The China Building Materials Federation, Conch Group, and Huawei held an event in Wuhu, China, to showcase their AI model for the cement building materials industry.

Nippon Paint receives Awards of Excellence from the SLIA for two leading products

Businesscafe - Nippon Paint Lanka received two Awards of Excellence from the Sri Lanka Institute of Architects recently for two products specially developed for the renovation of old Bathrooms, Laundry and Pantry areas.

INSEE Ecocycle collaborates with the Sri Lankan Authorities for the responsible disposal of confiscated heroin

Businesscafe - Building on a consistent track record of supporting national anti-narcotics initiatives and eradicating a national menace, INSEE Ecocycle Lanka (Private) Limited, the leading professional waste management solutions provider, collaborated once more with the Sri Lanka Police Narcotics Bureau (PNB) and the National Dangerous Drugs Control Board (NDDCB) to responsibly dispose of 494.048 kgs of confiscated heroin via co-processing technology.

Galle Face Hotels Iconic Beachfront Bar Returned in Style

Businesscafe - King of the Mambo, the iconic beachfront bar at the historic Galle Face Hotel, officially marked its return on the 24th of April with a bold relaunch that reintroduced one of Colombo’s favourite seaside venues with flair, flavour, and flair.

Ishara Madushan of IMOS honoured as Best Online Mathematics Tutor of the Year at BWIO Awards

Businesscafe - Ishara Madushan, the founder and Managing Director of Ishara Madushan Online School Pvt. Ltd., was named the Best Online Mathematics Tutor of the Year (Platinum) at the Business World International Awards 2024.

NDB Bank Partners with Ananda College and Jaffna Hindu College for the Annual Sports Festival

Businesscafe - NDB Bank proudly partnered with Ananda College and Jaffna Hindu College, Colombo for their annual joint sports festival, “උතුරින් නෑගම්,” held on the 4th of April 2025 at the Ananda College premises, Colombo colts cricket club and Blues basketball complex.

JAAF

Businesscafe - The Joint Apparel Association Forum (JAAF) welcomes the Government of Sri Lanka’s proactive engagement with the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) in Washington D.C., and extends its appreciation to His Excellency President Anura Kumara Dissanayake and the delegation for prioritizing discussions that advance equitable and mutually beneficial trade relations between Sri Lanka and the United States.