Flamingo August 2019 by Air Namibia

August 2019

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

www.nakara-namibia.com

NAKARA SWAKOPMUND The Arcade, Tel/Fax: +264 64 405 907 NAKARA SHOP WINDHOEK Independence Ave 131, Gustav Voigts centre Tel: +264 61 224 209 NAKARA FACTORY WINDHOEK 3 Solingen Str. Northern Industrial Tel/Fax +264 61 429 100 Email: info@nakara.na 2

127 | 113 | 35

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

93 | |113

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Life's about making memories... Namibia by Legacy

Namib desert, Swakopmund

Book YOUR unique experience with us!

Book Now Book Now. Phone: +264 +264 (0) (0) 61 61 205 205 5911 5911 || Fax: Fax: +264 +264 (0) (0) 61 205 205 5205 5205 Phone: Phone: +264 (0) 64 410 5200 | Fax:61 +264 (0) 64 410 5360/1 Email: windhoek@legacyhotels.co.za windhoek@legacyhotels.co.za Email: Email: swakres@legacyhotels.co.za

Book Now. Now Phone: || Fax: +264 Phone: +264 +264 (0) (0) 64 64 410 410 5200 5200 Book Fax: +264 (0) (0) 64 64 410 410 5360/1 5360/1 Phone: +264 (0) 61 205 5911 | Fax: +264 (0) 61 205 5205 Email: swakres@legacyhotels.co.za Email: swakres@legacyhotels.co.za Email: windhoek@legacyhotels.co.za

Applicable to to SADC SADC residents residents only. Applicable only. T’s T’s and and c’s c’s apply apply

www.LegacyHotels.com

www.LegacyLifestyle.co.za

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Let your airtime do some good Every N$10 recharge on your prepaid account or prepayment on your contract earns you 1 point. Each point adds up to increase your chance of winning 1 of the 16 x N$10 000 cash prizes in our Connect for Good monthly draw. Paid up contracts also qualify, and the more your points, the greater your chances of winning. So what are you waiting for? Connect for Good and stand a chance to win 1 of 10 daily vouchers worth N$ 3 000 for fuel, groceries and farm materials, every week. Let your airtime connect you and yours to some winter care.

Offer valid from May 31 to August 31, 2019. Open to all prepaid and contract subscribers. Ts & Cs apply.

mtc.com.na AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

ITâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S TIME FOR THE PERFECT BEER

OUR PERFECT BEER IS AVAILABLE IN 16 COUNTRIES WORLDWIDE. FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT NBLEXPORT@OL.NA

Not for Persons Under the Age of 18. Enjoy Responsibly.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

ISSN: 2026-7924 Publisher Mynard Slabbert Media Nova Namibia www.media-nova.net Contributors • Anne Schauffer • Klaus Rennack • Marita van Rooyen • Lorraine Immelman • Emile Joubert • HangalaPrescient • Martha Mukaiwa • Tuvie.com

In This Month’s Flamingo ON THE COVER August 2019

Join Godwana on the road again, into the Kaokoland. Travelling via the Skeleton Coast from Swakopmund

Advertising Sales

to Palmwag and Epupa Falls elicits a thrill of excitement.

Mynard Slabbert +27(63) 6666 772 mynard@media-namibia.com

(See pages 32 – 37 for the full story) Cover image by:

Chris Coetzee +264 (0)81 668 0697 chris@media-namibia.com Media Nova Namibia Ferreira’s Garden Centre Shop #2 Maxwell Street Southern Industrial Area Windhoek, Namibia Design & Layout Brezhnev Handura Media Nova Namibia studio@media-namibia.com

Ron Swilling AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

If you can dream it, you can do it

U-Dream Global flies the plane built and co-piloted by teenagers 20

Savannah Rocks Namibia Savannah is not only rocking locally, but internationally as well

Stars and Ashes Coming to terms with questions around life and death

HangalaPrescient An Asset Management and Private Equity firm

Sharing Namibia’s Stories On the road again into Kaokoland

Proofreader Wienkie Dicks Printer Solitaire Press Brahman Street, Northern Industria, Windhoek, Namibia

Barker and Quin: a home-grown success story One of South Africa’s success stories in the mixed-drinks market

Driftwood Sculptures Fredriksson is one of the few who celebrates the work of termites

A taste of Strand Hotel The five stops on an unofficial food tour...

George Is Gorgeous

The first Design Hotel to open in Cape Town 62

SciTech Gadgets, gizmos, concepts and utter innovation

Entertainment Try your hand at Sudoku - easy, medium and hard

Disclaimer All material is strictly copyrighted. All rights are reserved. Reproduction in whole or part is prohibited without prior written permission from the publisher. Opinions expressed in Flamingo are not necessarily those of Air Namibia.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

56 9

WEATHERMEN&CO

Private Clients

“ FNB recognises my hard work. ”

*Clive Beukes Restaurant Owner Father of two, loves woodwork, plays guitar

To create wealth that lasts a lifetime and beyond, we are the bank that is part of your journey. Your passion and drive in everything you do inspires us. We want to acknowledge how far you have come and continue with you on this journey of achieving your purpose. Through our expert advice and experience in wealth creation, we will help you create lasting value whilst you build your legacy.

If your bank doesn’t understand this, contact us to meet your private banker today at (061) 299 2838 or email premier@fnbnamibia.com.na *Not real name | Terms and Conditions apply | www.fnbnamibia.com.na

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

First-class African Dream Sney Rivier Lodge – Namibia Untouched nature. Breathtaking landscape. Total relaxation. Situated at the base of the Khoma Highlands, Sney Rivier Lodge enjoys a unique ambience. The lodge pampers you with the highest levels of luxury while being in the middle of the Namibian bush. Make your African dream come true in one of the most beautiful lodges of Namibia!

Blaser Safaris GmbH: Europastr. 1/1 · A-7540 Güssing Phone: +43 (0) 3322 / 42963 - 0 Fax.: +43 (0) 3322 / 42963 – 59 info@blaser-safaris.com · blaser-safaris.com AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

GENERAL

Surface area: 824,268 km . Capital: Windhoek. Independence: 21 March 1990. Current president: Hage Geingob. Multiparty Parliament, Democratic Constitution Division of power between executive, Legislature and judiciary. Secular state—freedom of religion (90% Christian). Freedom of the press/media.

Mobile communication system is available throughout the country. It is also possible to rent cell & satellite phones at the Windhoek International Airport, or buy local Sim cards. Postal service: affiliated to the Universal Postal Union. Schools: over 1700 and various vocational and tertiary education institutions.

TAX AND CUSTOMS All goods and services are priced to include value-added tax of 15%. Visitors may reclaim VAT. Enquiries: Ministry of Finance, Tel (+264 61) 23 0773 in Windhoek.

ENVIRONMENT Nature reserves: 15 % of surface area. Highest mountain: Brandberg. Other prominent mountains: Spitzkoppe, Moltkeblick, Gamsberg. Perennial rivers: Orange, Kunene, Okavango, Zambezi and Kwando/ Linyanti/Chobe. Ephemeral rivers: Numerous, including Fish, Kuiseb, Swakop and Ugab.

SOCIAL INFRASTRUCTURE

MONEY MATTERS

HOLDING PAGE

FLORA 14 vegetation zones; 120 species of trees; 200 endemic plant species; 100 plus species of lichen. Living fossil plant: Welwitschia mirabilis.

ECONOMY Main sectors: Mining, fishing, tourism & agriculture. Biggest employer: Agriculture (46%). Fastest-growing sector: Tourism. Mining: Diamonds, uranium, copper, lead, zinc, magnesium, cadmium, arsenic, pyrites, silver, gold, lithium minerals, dimension stones (granite, marble, blue sodalite) and many semi-precious stones.

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE Roads: 5,450 km tarred, 37,000 km gravel. Harbours: Walvis Bay, Lüderitz. Main airports: Hosea Kutako International Airport, Eros Airport, 46 airstrips. Rail network: 2,382 km narrow gauge. Electricity: 220 V AC, 50 Hz with outlets of round three-pin type. Fixed phone coverage throughout the country with direct-dialing facilities to more than 220 countries.

One medical doctor per 3,650 people. Several state of the art private and state hospitals in Windhoek with intensive-care units, as well as in main towns, with medical practitioners (world standard) and 24-hour medical emergency services.

Currency: The Namibia Dollar (N$) is fixed to and equals the SA Rand. The South African Rand is also legal tender. Foreign currency, International Visa, Master Card, American Express and Diners Club credit cards are accepted.

POPULATION

TRANSPORT

Air Namibia

2.3 million; Density: 2.2 per km; 240 000 inhabitants in Windhoek (15% of total). Official language: English. 14 regions, 13 ethnic cultures, 16 languages and dialects. Adult literacy rate: 85%. Population growth rate: 2.6%.

FAUNA Big game: Elephant, lion, rhino, buffalo, cheetah, leopard, giraffe, 20 antelope species; 240 mammal species (14 endemic); 250 reptile species; 50 frog species; 676 bird species. Endemic birds including Herero Chat, Rockrunner, Damara Tern, Monteiro’s Hornbill.

FOREIGN REPRESENTATION More than 50 countries have Namibian consular or embassy representation in Windhoek.

DRINKING WATER

Public transport is available to most tourist destinations in Namibia. In Namibia one drives on the left. There are bus services from Windhoek to Cape Town, Johannesburg, Vic Falls, Swakopmund, Harare, Lusaka and many other smaller busses which connect most of Namibian regions. Namibia’s main railway line runs from the South African border, connecting Windhoek to Swakopmund in the west and Tsumeb and Oshikango in the north. There is an extensive network of international and regional flights from Windhoek. Domestic charters to all destinations.

HEALTH No inoculations are necessary. Should one enter from a country in which yellow fever prevails, one should have proof of vaccination against such disease. Malaria-prophylaxis is recommended if traveling to far northern Namibia during summer.

Tap water is purified and safe to drink. Bottled water is available almost everywhere in the country as well.

www.namibiatourism.com.na

2 68| |12 124 |

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

“

On 26 August, the nation commemorates the Heroes Day; a time for all Namibia’s to reflect on how far the country has come since attaining independence in 1990.

“

Xavier Masule Interim Chief Executive Officer

Dear Esteemed Client, We are humbled to have you on-board our flight, and we would like

Air travel is part of the most effective and effective logistics sector,

to thank you for choosing Air Namibia to take you to your destination,

one of the driving forces for Namibia’s Development Plan’s fifth

be it for leisure, business, whether you on your way to visit friends and

embodiment. For its socio-economic growth, freight forms an intrinsic

relatives, or whatever your purpose of travel is.

part of that.

August is a special month in Namibia, with all national and cultural

Air Namibia operates a fleet of modern aircraft carefully selected to

festivities that take place. Amongst the many occasions and special

meet the expectations of its stakeholders. These expectations include

moments in our country is the remembrance of our Heroes and

performance dependability and comfort. All aircraft in the fleet are all

Heroines in the liberation struggle, when they fired the first shot on

cabin pressurized, provide immense comfort offered by the generous

26 August 1966 at Ongulumbashe, signalling the start of the war that

legroom, modern interiors, and trendsetting features. These aircraft

HOLDING PAGE

delivered our independence on 21st March 1990.

are subjected to high levels of safety ensured through the meticulous Air Namibia maintenance programs, and highly trained flight deck and cabin crews.

During August, we pay tribute to our fallen heroes who fought for freedom and self-determination. On 26 August, the nation

Air Namibia offers special group fares for passengers traveling as a

commemorates the Heroes Day; a time for all Namibia’s to reflect on

group. The special fare applies to passengers traveling in a group of ten

how far the country has come since attaining independence in 1990.

(10) or more. To benefit from this hot deal, Please contact our Group

It is also an important day used to foster national pride and stress the

Fares Department at groupfares@airnamibia.aero or Tel: +264 61 299

importance of togetherness through the slogan; “One Namibia, One

6158.

Nation.” In our monthly efforts to promote domestic tourism, this month we Thousands of Namibians and visitors to our beloved country will be

take a focus on Namibia Wildlife Resort’s (NWR) Naukluft Camp. Located

visiting the northern regions of our country, to celebrate Heroes day,

in the Naukluft section of the Namib-Naukluft National Park, the park

Ongwediva Trade Fair, hundreds of weddings which will be taking

was created to serve as a sanctuary for Hartmann’s mountain zebras

place between 20 to 31 August, and many other events.

endemic to Namibia. Naukluft’s cliffs attract various cliff-breeding bird species, including Black eagles, and a variety of wildlife.

Given that, we wish to draw your attention and focus to our flight operated linking Windhoek to Ondangwa, Rundu and Katima Mulilo.

Thank you for flying Air Namibia, we look forward to welcoming

Distances are long, we urge you to remove pressure from the roads and

you on-board again soon.

use the safest mode of transport. You will certainly enjoy traveling by air because of the breath-taking view while being productive. Flying time is between 45 to 79 minutes to reach all your local destinations.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

BGO

HEL

OSL SVG ABZ EDI

DUB

BLL MAN

LIS

GOJ

GOT

VKO

RIX CPH

DME

VNO

HAM BRE

FMO

BCN

OPO

LED

TLL

WAW POZ TXL HAJ KTW DRS LEJ LHR KRK FRA PRG BRU DUS NUE STR MUC VIE CDG ZRH BUD GRZ GVA MXP VCE LYS TRN LIN BLQ NCN TLS BIO AMS

BHX

To North America and beyond

ARN

KBP

SOF

FCO

To Asia and beyond

IST

NAP

MAD

ATH

FAO MLA

LCA

Luanda

Lusaka Katima Ondangwa Rundu Mulilo

Victoria Falls

Windhoek

Harare

Maun

Walvis Bay Luderitz

Gaborone

Oranjemund

Johannesburg Durban

Cape Town 14

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

KUF

Through interline agreements with our partner airlines, Air Namibia helps you reach your final destination almost anywhere in the world ABZ - Aberdeen, United Kingdom | Aberdeen Dyce Airport AMS - Amsterdam, Netherlands | Amsterdam Schiphol Airport ARN - Stockholm, Sweden | Stockholm-Arlanda Airport ATH - Athens, Greece | Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport BCN- Barcelona, Spain | Barcelona International Airport BGO - Bergen, Norway | Bergen Flesland Airport BHX - Birmingham, United Kingdom | Birmingham International Airport BIO - Bilbao, Spain | Bilbao Airport BLL - Billund, Denmark | Billund Airport BLQ - Bologna, Italy | Bologna / Borgo Panigale Airport BRE - Bremen, Germany | Bremen Airport BRU - Brussels, Belgium | Brussels Airport BUD - Budapest, Hungary | Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport CDG - Paris, France | Charles de Gaulle International Airport CPH - Copenhagen, Denmark | Copenhagen Kastrup Airport DME- Moscow, Russia | Domodedovo International Airport DRS - Dresden, Germany | Dresden Airport DUB - Dublin, Ireland | Dublin Airport DUS - Dusseldorf, Germany | Dusseldorf International Airport EDI - Edinburgh, United Kingdom | Edingburgh Airport FAO - Faro, Portugal | Faro Airport FCO - Rome, Italy | Leonardo Da Vinci (Fiumicino) International Airport FMO - Muenster, Germany | Muenster Osnabrueck Airport FRA - Frankfurt, Germany | Frankfurt International Airport GOJ - Nizhny Novgorod, Russia | Nizhny Novgorod International Airport GOT - Gothenburg, Sweden | Gothenburg-Landvetter Airport GRZ - Graz, Austria | Graz Airport GVA - Geneva, Switzerland | Geneva Cointrin International HAJ - Hannover, Germany | Hannover Airport HAM - Hamburg, Germany | Hamburg Airport HEL - Helsinki, Finland | Helsinki Vantaa Airport IST - Istanbul, Turkey | Ataturk International Airport KBP - Kiev, Ukraine | Boryspil International Airport KRK - Krakow, Poland | John Paul II International Kraków-Balice Airport KTW - Katowice, Poland | Katowice International Airport

KUF - Samara, Russia | Kurumoch International Airport LCA - Larnaca, Cyprus | Larnaca International Airport LED - St. Petersburg, Russia | Pulkovo Airport LEJ - Leipzig, Germany | Leipzig Halle Airport LHR - London, United Kingdom | London Heathrow Airport LIN - Milan, Italy | Linate Airport LIS - Lisbon, Portugal | Lisbon Portela LYS - Lyon, France | Lyon Saint-Exupéry MAD - Madrid, Spain | Madrid Barajas International MAN - Manchester, United Kingdom | Manchester Airport MLA - Luqa, Malta | Luqa Airport MUC - Munich, Germany | Franz Josef Strauss International Airport MXP - Milan, Italy | Malpensa International Airport NAP - Napoli, Italy | Nápoli / Capodichino International Airport NCE - Nice, France | Nice-Côte d’Azur NUE - Nuremberg, Germany | Nuremberg Airport OPO - Porto, Portugal | Francisco de Sá Carneiro OSL - Oslo, Norway | Oslo Gardermoen Airport POZ - Poznan, Poland | Poznan-Lawica Airport PRG - Prague, Czech Republic | Ruzyn International Airport RIX - Riga, Latvia | Riga International Airport SOF STR - Stuttgart, Germany | Stuttgart Airport SVG - Stavanger, Norway | Stavanger Sola Airport TLL - Tallinn, Estonia | Tallinn Airport TLS - Toulouse, France | Toulouse-Blagnac Airport TRN - Torino, Italy | Torino / Caselle International Airport TXL - Berlin, Germany | Berlin-Tegel International Airport VCE - Venice, Italy | Venezia / Tessera - Marco Polo Airport VIE - Vienna, Austria | Vienna International Airport VKO - Moscow, Russia | Vnukovo International Airport VNO - Vilnius, Lithuania | Vilnius International Airport WAW - Warsaw, Poland |Warsaw Chopin Airport ZRH - Zurich, Switzerland | Zurich Airport

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

If you can dream it, you can do it U-Dream Global flies the plane built and co-piloted by...believe it....teenagers, from Cape to Cairo.

Edited by Anne Schauffer Photographs supplied by U-Dream Global

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

wenty inexperienced teenagers from diverse backgrounds across South Africa built a Sling 4 aircraft. Moreover, they did it in a highly controlled environment under full supervision of qualified factory personnel, within two weeks in June 2018, under the guidance and supervision of The Airplane Factory, U-Dream mentors, and five team leaders from Denel Aviation.

From Cape Town to Cairo Teen pilot, author and motivational speaker Megan Werner’s passion to make a difference sparked the U-Dream project. Megan Werner founded U-Dream Global to inspire her peers to follow their dreams, by proving that the seemingly impossible can be achieved, with the right team and focused actions. Following final flight inspections and certifications, this U-Dream plane set off from Cape Town, destination Cairo, visiting nine countries and impacting thousands of lives during the programme.

The U-Dream programme seeks to promote STEM education and innovation; empower youth; develop skills; and provide aviation industry exposure. The teen co-pilots were joined by a support plane, which flew with their aircraft throughout the trip. Experienced, reputable pilots with extensive aviation experience piloted the support plane. These support pilots handled weather decisions, flight planning, fuel planning and general risk, and helped the teen co-pilots make timely, informed decisions. The trip had its fair share of challenges, but nevertheless, they landed safely in Cairo a few weeks ago, and a host of youngsters were over the moon! they dreamed it, they did it!

What is U-Dream Global? U-Dream Global is a non-profit organisation that depends entirely on monetary donations, materials, and technical guidance from corporates and individual sponsors. U-Dream Global’s Cape to Cairo Programme is an ambitious aviation outreach initiative for teenagers, devoted to promoting and supporting innovation, technology and entrepreneurship as necessary key drivers for Africa’s development and transformation.

CONTACT: www.udream.co.za Videos: https://youtu.be/Dyj5t4p3t1E; https://youtu.be/ooFr307BGr8

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

Savannah Rocks Namibia Twenty-five year old Savannah Collins is not only rocking Namibia, but an international audience as well. Words by Klaus Rennack Photographs by Savannah Collins

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

avagely wide savannahs, deserted deserts, mounting mountains, wild wildernesses dominate Namibiaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s landscape. Unreachable horizons alternate with close encounters of touchable rocks and stones. Grassland biomes compete with bush and shrubland. Farmlands occupy large areas and communal lands open up spaces. Sandy, grassy, bushy, rocky landscapes on ancient Gondwanian continental grounds, that is what Namibia is made of. Hard surfaces encounter soft layers, hard materials alternate with volatile substances. This is where continents separated and drifted apart around 200 million years ago. So where are we today in these semi-arid to arid conditions reinforced by droughts and rainless periods? Rich growth in vegetation fights with land degradation and bush encroachment. In this kind of environment, musical rock culture finds inspiration, reverb, strength, power and freedom: a fruitful backdrop for a genuine and truly Namibian rock lady like gorgeous Savannah Collins.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

Namibia my Friend and more `First verse and chorus of `Namibia my Friend` Let`s take a walk with the wild horses, Just let our souls run free. Sit by the fire and tell our stories About the mountains in our dreams. Now I`m here … I`ve got the sun on my skin and wind in my hair, A new found freedom to go anywhere. Wide open spaces to clear my head and a Warm sunset before I go to bed. I know I`m loved Because Namibia you`re my friend.

Savannah’s latest, original single NAMIBIA MY FRIEND, has reached over seventy thousand views, in just five months, prior to its much anticipated release in December last year. It is a remarkable success for this Namibian born talent and performer. The Gondwana Collection, in collaboration with Savannah aimed to raise awareness for the wild horses, through this musical project, in remote parts of Southern Namibia. The team consisted of four people and Savannah’s Dachshund puppy – Minnie. They travelled throughout the south of Namibia for over a week, shooting at some of Gondwana’s most spectacular lodges. There are more upcoming projects in Savannah’s career to look forward to. A recent and spontaneous video collaboration with fellow Namibian musician and XFactor Germany winner Ees, will be released later this year, and after winning three gold medals at the Namibian Championships of Performing Arts, Savannah has qualified to take part in the world championships in Los Angeles in 2020. Also on her calendar is the Doxie Festival 2019, happening on September 28th in Windhoek. Savannah is part of the team of animal lovers organising the festival and she will also be performing along with other local artists on the day. The event is close to her heart, being the owner of two Dachshunds; it is aimed to raise funds for animals in need and is a first of its kind in the country.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EXPLORE NAMIBIA WITH THRIFTY

VISIT: SWAKOPMUND

She is also taking part in the Namibia Championships of Performing Arts 2019 for the first time. A new single will be released later this year! In the recent past Savannah gathered experience from traveling to Europe into the sources of her bluesy rocking music style, that is so special not only in these latitudes. She explored the music scenes and had gigs in venues of London, Paris and Orleans. In 2017 she opened for Arno Carstens in Stellenbosch, Cape Town.

VW POLO WALVIS BAY

“Excuse me while I kiss the sky” Jimi Hendrix’s Purple Haze message, expresses Savannah’s overall theme as well as her motto of her debut album “BE FREE”, available on iTunes, Deezer, Spotify and many more platforms. Some influencers of her music are legendary guitarist Stevie Ray Vaughan, Janis Joplin and Kenny Wayne Shepherd. Savannah studied contemporary music, majoring in vocals and guitar, in Cape Town and played in prestigious venues and performed with the likes of Arno Carstens and Richard Pryor. Coming from a passionately musical family background the 25-year-old local musician is prominent not only in the Namibian rock scene, but also has spread her message globally, performing in venues in France and London in 2017. Our stunning rock lady with her distinctive vocal appeal can be heard and seen in live performances at local festivals in Namibia and can be booked for functions and events. In her everyday life when she is not rocking the musical scene, she successfully works as a sales executive at Pupkewitz BMW.

NISSAN X-TRAIL 4X4 AUTO SOSSUSVLEI

TOYOTA HILUX 4X4 Call us:

+27 11 230 5100

Book online & save

www.thrifty.com.na

For bookings contact: music.savannahcollins@gmail.com or find her on social media at the links below: @savannahcollinsmusic Facebook & YouTube @savannahjcollins Instagram

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Say I do to style, grace and beauty Kalahari Sands/Avani

HOLDING PAGE

Celebrate your ‘Happy Ever After’ in elegance and style at Stratos. Book your site visit today.

Avani Windhoek Hotel & Casino 129 Independence Ave, Gustav Voigts Centre, Windhoek. M: +264811415045 T: +264612800995 E: ilouw@avanihotels.com AVA N I H O T E L S . CO M / W I N D H O E K AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

Stars and Ashes Urte Remmertâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s upcoming exhibition, Sternstunden und Aschenflug/Stars and Ashes, at the Project Room, will resonate deeply with those wrestling with grief, or coming to terms with questions around life and death. Words by Marita van Rooyen Photographs by Simone Kauert

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

“

I have been struggling with the thought of life and death and the meaning of it all… Charcoal was the first medium to resemble the fire that consumed the two cars and the people in them besides me. Collage was meaningful, as I could rip and tear the paper, overlay and fold and use old writings, sheet music, burnt diary pages, gold leaf, pieces of molten glass from the accident site and torn up old artwork.” In 2015, a terrible car accident changed Urte Remmert’s life. While she was saved by kind, considerate and brave people, her husband, whom she admired as her most honest critic, did not survive. “In my early morning meditations I mourned, not only my husband, but also my mother, three close friends, both my brothers and a little schoolgirl from my Grade three class.” As means to work through this traumatic experience, Urte started documenting her struggles, pain and sorrow. She describes her initial thoughts on “the topic and the development thereof” as embodied in sketches, scribbles, poems, articles, angry outpourings and small collages, all contained in a logbook.

“This writing down and sorting, reading and meditating has helped me not only to heal my wounds, but also resulted in four angry charcoal drawings, and 18 collages – some colourful, some in monochromatic tones”. Her emotional outpourings culminated in the artistic display, Stars and Ashes, a reflection of her healing process, and deeply personal body of work. To Urte, making and creating art is “a healing process in which my whole being is involved, the human condition is questioned and finally my mind finds liberation and redemption”. While some of her work is self-labelled “dark and violent”, others “eventually become lighter in colour and themes”. As accompanying thoughts, the artworks are completed by poetry from the artist, as well as by some of the great poetry masters. By presenting her manifestation of trauma, Urte hopes that the exhibition will facilitate viewers to talk about death and dying, feelings, mourning and forgiveness, and more than anything, the life we should lead. “Above all our everyday troubles, our disappointments, loss and deep pain, there is one eternal wisdom that makes our life worth living and complete: To love and to care.” Apart from many people, old and young, that assisted her in

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

her time of grief, she also had the privilege to be able to throw all her confusion and anger at a friend who patiently stood by like a wailing wall! 'I have loved, So I have lived'. “This thought is the essence of my exhibition.”

About the Artist Urte Remmert’s career spans more than 42 years, both as art teacher at Namibian and German schools and as practicing artist in her own time. In recent years, as a member of the Swakopmund Arts Association Committee, she assisted in turning the historic Woermannhaus Gallery into a hot spot for art and design exhibitions, through projects like 'Night of the Galleries' and 'Little Big Things'. Before the passing of her husband, her work was inspired by Namibian and African issues like gender-based violence, poverty, intolerance and exploitation of the environment. Similarly, human relationships, women and children played an important role in her artwork and teachings. Her focus has now turned to creating work that helps in coping with the accident’s trauma and getting to grips with questions of life and death.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

Urte lives in Swakopmund, from where she continues to teach art to adolescents and adults from a private studio at her home. Find the artist on Facebook under Urte Remmert, or contact her at hremmert@iway.na. Stars and Ashes is on view at The Project Room from 2 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 16 August.

The Project Room - Namibia 32 Jenner Street in Windhoek West theprojectroomnamibia theprojectroomnamibia +264 81 751 3026 Opening hours during exhibitions: Tues-Fri 9am-1pm, Sat 10am-1pm

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

Volatility And The Case For Market-Neutral Investing Markets look set to revert to the ‘old normal’ as QE-fueled liquidity dries up

everal growth-supportive factors that equity and other markets have grown accustomed to over recent years are now reversing, with the result that the dynamics in play during the pre-quantitative easing regime are likely to return to favour. That’s the view of Nafees Hossain, Fund Manager at Prescient Investment Management who said “markets are likely to revert to the old normal”. “We see risks from the end of the quantitative easing era and rising protectionism that are conducive to higher volatility for financial markets. In addition, downside risks to global growth have risen with protectionist rhetoric and trade tensions a key challenge to the world economy. “Other factors that could slow growth include European politics, China’s tough balancing act, and oil price volatility,” he commented. With the US Federal Reserve hiking interest rates and actively shrinking its balance sheet, the European Central Bank is set to join in with the Bank of Japan not too far behind, Prescient Investment Management expects that declining liquidity will have an impact by way of increased market volatility. “While consensus is for global economic growth to slow but to remain at decent levels, ongoing trade tensions, monetary tightening and uncertainty regarding growth will keep volatility high. With risk assets more sensitive to macroeconomic factors, and political uncertainty playing an increasing role, there is a strong case to be made for market-neutral investing, Hossain said. Market-neutral investing is an investment style that seeks to gain whether markets are up or down, while avoiding some

form of market risk entirely, typically by hedging. The term refers to a group of investment strategies that try to neutralise certain market risks by taking offsetting long and short positions in related instruments. The idea is to limit exposure to asset price changes prompted by macroeconomic shifts or changes to market sentiment. Marketneutral investing is likely to find favour when markets are making investors nervous. Hossain said interesting literature exists where it is argued that market neutral/statistical arbitrage strategies are implicitly “long volatility”. According to the analysis, pair trading strategies seem to have a positive and statistically significant exposure to market volatility. A pick-up in volatility typically has a positive impact on the returns of the strategy. As volatility increases, more pairs tend to diverge from their equilibrium relationship, but they also tend to revert to their historical mean levels quicker. “A pick-up in volatility would therefore also be associated with more pair trade opportunities and with a lower holding period for these trades. With the QE regime coming to an end, credit spreads widening, economic and political uncertainty increasing, we believe that this will result in more earnings and balance sheet volatility. “Hence it is not surprising to see the strategy having come back to profitability in 2018. We are confident that systematic statistical pairs trading will keep rewarding investors this year as volatility increases and arbitrage opportunities reappear,” said Hossain.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Namibian footprint, global expertise

Your money is as valuable as our Rhinos, we are committed to protecting it. To know more, visit; www.hangalaprescient.com or call us on +264 61 402 092 AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Travelling via the Skeleton Coast from Swakopmund to Palmwag and Epupa Falls elicits a thrill of excitement. It ticks all the boxes for the adventurous at heart and adds a couple more . . . So long Swakop and civilization. Heading on the salt and gravel roads to the more remote fence-free reaches of Namibia, home to desert elephant, rhino and lion, and further north to the semi-nomadic Himba people, must rate as one of the most exhilarating adventures in the country. And, although there are routes to the same destinations with a touch more tarmac, I thought that might take some of the fun out of the journey. Wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t it?

Epupa Falls

2 32 32

OCTOBER2019 2017| |FLAMINGO FLAMINGO AUGUST

OCTOBER 2019 2017 || FLAMINGO AUGUST FLAMINGO FLAMINGO

333

I wasn’t sure, but I had chosen the more adventurous option. When I said sayonara to the team at the Delight Hotel, I drove through the mist that had replaced the sweltering east wind, which had flung desert sand gleefully around like a child discovering sand for the first time. The chilly coastal weather had now returned, and it had been time for hot water bottles and soft blankets, things that would quickly become superfluous as I ventured into the warmer north. The mist, however, wouldn’t be that easily shrugged off and followed me all the way to the Ugab Gate, entrance to the infamous Skeleton Coast. Along the way I passed the seal colony at Cape Cross, fields of lichens and tables of pink salt clusters sold by salt workers on an honesty system - if you like a piece, you drop a few dollars into the container nailed to the table. The desolate coast is a popular fishing haven and signs to well-known fishing spots dot the road. Some are marked by the old method, the miles from Swakopmund. Others are more descriptive. ‘‘Sarah se gat’ (‘Sarah’s fishing hole’ - named after a wellknown fisherwoman), ‘Bennie se rooi lorrie’, so named when

young Bennie left his favourite toy truck on the beach. ‘Baklei gat’ – ‘Argument hole’, for reasons unknown, but guessed. And ‘St. Nowhere’, for obvious reasons.

Only two vehicles passed me on the 103km stretch to the Springbokwasser gate, where I left the coast and veered inland. The veterinary fence, preventing animals crossing from north to south and thus spreading disease, kept me company on my left, and to my right I discovered a treasure-house of welwitschia. The taxonomy of the unusual large desert plant, sometimes referred to as a living fossil, befuddled scientists for many years until they simply gave up and classified it in a family of its own.

light and phone, and a teammate to keep him company. It was clear that I had now entered Namibia’s wild west.

The sun was already dipping in the sky when I stopped on the roadside to chat to Willibard Ketjivandje, a long-time road grader, who told me that there is a healthy population of lions and elephants in this north-western region. He was thankful for his bed in the truck, a solar panel to charge his

The daunting skulls-and-crossbones graphics on the Ugab gate sent a chill down my spine. This coastline was, after all, named after the whale and seal bones that washed up on its desert shores, and the flotsam and jetsam from the many ships that have come to grief in its treacherous waters. Contrary to belief, there is not an assembly of shipwrecks decorating the beaches. They break up quickly and disappear into the sand and sea, and only the most recent remain. I had stopped briefly south of Henties Bay at the 2008 wreck of Zeila, a fishing trawler whose towline broke in the early hours. It has been taken over by cormorants roosting on its rusting hulk and as an attraction along the coastline provides a place for the stone sellers to ply their wares. But, soon after the Ugab gate, I discovered the wreck of the South West Seal, a 90-ton South African fishing vessel that caught fire and beached here in 1979, its ribs now poking through the sand at the waterline in perfect shipwreck fashion. A few whale bones lay adjacent to it, jackal tracks etched the beach, the sun sparkled on the waves and besides the singing of the surf, it was quiet. There was not another soul around. I gulped it all in appreciatively.

The Huab River valley stretched around me flaunting its loveliness: a green line of trees marking the underground river juxtaposed against the dry surroundings. But, when I turned towards Palmwag, I had to gasp at the magnificent landscape. A series of table-topped mountains and rocky land tinged a deep basalt red was dotted with green from the rod-like euphorbias and the robust mopane and shepherd trees. The superlative beauty took my breath away. The turnoff soon appeared and as the sun did a final bow in the sky, I drove into Palmwag, positioned in a small oasis of makalani palm trees that mark the underground watercourse of the Uniab River.

4 34 34

OCTOBER2019 2017| |FLAMINGO FLAMINGO AUGUST

Palmwag My striking home for the next few days forms part of the 582 000-hectare Palmwag Concession, a vast conservation area with an abundance of wildlife. Palmwag collaborates with neighbouring conservancies, the Ministry of Environment and Tourism and Save the Rhino Trust to safeguard this rich wild heritage, offering guests an extraordinary African experience. It’s a partnership where everyone benefits, including the wildlife. Some of the animals, like Jimbo, the old elephant bull, venture regularly into the lodge grounds and campsite. He had gone walkabout when I arrived, presumably snacking in someone’s garden. With a healthy choice of activities, I started off with a drive into the concession to view the Aub Canyon in the morning, and then joined a guided walk from the lodge in the late afternoon. The guide filled us in on flora, fauna and geology as we happily stretched our legs. The small gradient provided the perfect view of the lodge from the hillside. I breathed in the beauty and the clean, unpolluted Damaraland air. The next morning, I was up before the birds, showered as per instructions using no scented soaps or lotions and donned all of my winter woollies to go rhino tracking in the nearby conservancy with the conservancy rhino rangers. It was our lucky day. The rangers spotted a black rhino and her calf on a hillside in the distance and we quietly made our way there. With the ‘all clear’ from the rangers, who gauge the wind and the rhino’s mood, we edged forward

to about a hundred metres away. Black rhino are known to be bad tempered and a mom with her calf added the extra edge to the experience. When the calf lay down to sleep - and with no need to stress its mother, we slowly backed off and returned excitedly to the vehicle where the rangers explained how they identify the rhinos and the records they keep to monitor each individual. We had apparently met Matti, born in 1999 and mother to three calves. They also informed us that most of the rhinos in the conservancy had been dehorned to prevent poaching. Matti seemed none the uglier for the lack of a horn, and it amazed me how such huge and powerful animals could be slaughtered for horns that are nothing more than keratin, just like our finger and toe nails. Lunch at the pool bar and a sunset drive into the rocky hills filled the rest of the day. As the land shone in the late afternoon light, we had the chance to be awe-struck by the landscape dressed in her finest colours. We turned towards the sun and gave it our full attention, and its due respect, as it sank into the horizon. A roller coaster road of dips and rises led out of Palmwag towards Sesfontein. A series of river washes and the winding road meant slow going until the road levelled out closer to Opuwo. The frontier town of Kaokoland is always a good place to stock up and fill the fuel tank. It’s an intriguing place where Himba, Zemba and Hakahona

OCTOBER 2019 2017 || FLAMINGO AUGUST FLAMINGO FLAMINGO

355

Omarunga stroll the dusty hot streets in traditional garb and Herero women sashay along in their long dresses among their contemporaries in more conventional modern attire. It is a step into another world, a transition which is reinforced on the drive northwards to Epupa, where Himba live as they have done since time immemorial.

life seemed to flow at a different and more sensible pace. Eventually, after adding an extra day to my booking, I could delay no longer. On the road, Himba women were once again flagging me down for a ride, providing for some more interesting experiences.

It seemed like everyone was flagging me down on the Sunday afternoon for lifts; first school children who needed to return to school and afterwards a Himba woman who wanted a ride to the next village. With no common language to communicate, we ended up laughing as she and I, regardless of our differences, inherently understood that we were just two human beings who laughed and loved in the very same way.

Back in Opuwo, I turned southwards to Kamanjab and then Khorixas. Someone had inconveniently pressed the fast-forward button and my trip was fast coming to an end. My last night before returning to Windhoek was spent at Damara Mopane Lodge. It seemed that the journey was all about oases of varying types. In the midst of a mopane woodland, Damara Mopane’s chalets have gardens filled with vegetables. Scarecrows, sunflowers and a vibrant selection of greens make this a sweet spot on a journey, and the fresh food provides a nourishing dinner feast.

Although baobabs along the roadside herald the proximity of Epupa, it is only when you drop down to the Kunene River and spot the belt of makalani palm trees that you know you have arrived at this small African settlement. Omarunga Epupa-Falls Lodge, set on the riverbank under the palms, radiates Epupa charm. Here, the wind whistles through the palm trees, rosy-faced lovebirds chirp as they fly from tree to tree, mourning doves chrrrrr in avian contentedness and the gentle song of the falls, a short distance downstream, lulls you into a peaceful reverie. Amongst the must-do’s in this magical destination is a sunset overlooking the falls and a visit to a Himba village.

After a good night’s sleep, it was back on the tar travelling southwards to Windhoek. The extraordinary opportunity to experience sweeping landscapes and cultures of old remained with me, and perhaps always will. It tugged on my heartstrings and even as I approached the city, I could feel it calling me back. Somewhere deep inside I knew that if Life granted me a second helping, I would grab hold of it with both hands – by the horns or whatever I could, and that I would return to ride the wild west rodeo once again. by Ron Swilling

Guided by Ruiter, one of the Kaokoland Guides who has been brought up in the area, the visit to a nearby Himba homestead was an informative experience, respectful of the lives, privacy and customs of the family. Ruiter guided us through the village explaining traditions and dress, and enlightening us about this fascinating group of people who live in these remote areas and who are gradually being influenced by the western world. Entering a hut, I noticed that the woman’s adornments filled the wall, like a western woman’s would, just made of different material and presented in a different way. The cool mud and dung hut felt cool, safe and comfortable and I had the urge to curl up and go to sleep. It was difficult to leave Omarunga, a peaceful retreat of wood and thatch. And it was difficult to leave Epupa, where

Creating your tailor-made story. All your Namibian accommodation and transport needs are catered for. Join us and make your Namibia dream a reality.

Tel: + 264 (0)61 256580 • info@namibian.org • www.namibian.org

HOLDING PAGE Momentum Namibia

OCTOBER 2019 2017 || FLAMINGO AUGUST FLAMINGO

377

EDITORIAL

Barker and Quin: a home-grown success story Text by Lorraine Immelman and Emile Joubert Photographs by Liza van Deventer

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

arker and Quin, South Africa’s leading producer of premium natural tonic water, has joined the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards as a headline trophy sponsor. The Paarlbased drinks company, which was founded in 2016 by oenology doctorate Hanneli van der Merwe and Chris Wium, has grown into one of South Africa’s success stories in the mixed-drinks market. A strong local customer base is complemented by markets for its range of tonic waters in 13 countries world-wide.

The Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards is Africa’s largest drinks competition which attracted over 2 200 entries last year. It is also the only local wine and spirits show to be judged by panels comprising a majority of experts based in foreign countries, allowing entrants to be assessed by international critics.

Giving gin a lift As of 2019 Barker and Quin will sponsor the Michelangelo Gin Trophy. Since the explosion in the popularity of gins in the global marketplace, as well as the dynamic increase in South Africanbased distilleries, this has become one of the Michelangelo’s most exciting categories, with a total of 70 gins entered in 2018. And Barker and Quin Tonic Water; well what a success story. Hanneli says the idea for Barker and Quin was sparked during a business trip she had taken with her business partner, Chris Wium, when both were employed by a company supplying corks to the wine industry. “During a visit to Portugal, where most of the world’s cork is produced, I noticed how many gin and tonic options were on offer in the restaurants and clubs,” she says. “At that time the craft gin market in South Africa was just taking off, but I couldn’t find quality, all-natural tonic waters locally.” As the first woman to obtain a PhD in oenology from the University of Stellenbosch, Hanneli simply decided to make one herself. After experimenting at home, which included using a Sodastream to add the bubbles, she and Chris tried and tested, and knew there was something there. But having a tonic is one thing - they needed comment from a gin expert. “We needed an expert opinion, so we took it to Pete Gottgens at Asara Wine Estate, home to Sansibar Gin Lounge. After tasting it, he put in an order for 60 bottles a week right there and then!”

All in a name Now well on their way to creating their first product, all Chris and Hanneli needed was a name. They came up with what they thought was a winning title – Green Fire. The design team working on their label, however, wasn’t convinced. “Haumann Smal Design Studio in Stellenbosch came up with three pages of name suggestions,” says Hanneli, “and Chris and I pointed to the same concept name: Barker and Quin.” The name is derived from the main ingredient of tonic water: quinine sourced from the bark of the cinchona tree. The design team then created a story around historical figure John Ross, introducing two new characters – a fox terrier named Barker and a parrot named Quin who accompanied him on his travels. The brand was launched in August 2016, with the Finest Indian Tonic. Barker and Quin uses only natural ingredients sourced from reliable, eco-friendly suppliers. The tonics include quinine from the bark of cinchona trees, fresh mountain spring water from the Breede River Valley, pure sugar cane, zesty citrus extracts and Indian spices. Upon release, the response to the product was incredible.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

“Barker and Quin’s ethos of quality, a product based on natural ingredients and an engaging and exciting brand, fits perfectly with that of the reputation and image of Michelangelo.”

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

Within eight weeks of producing their first batch, all 36 000 bottles sold out. By September 2017, they had both left their previous jobs to work full time on Barker and Quin. Of course, it has not all been plain sailing. “Initially we were a small company doing our own deliveries,” says Hanneli. “But as the volumes increase, this is no longer possible, putting you in the hands of someone else who might not have the same priorities.” They have added four new products to the range: the lowsugar tonic Light at Heart and three South African-inspired flavoured tonics – Marula, Hibiscus and Honeybush Orange. The company now exports to 11 countries (England, Australia, Germany, Dubai, Belgium, Canada, Mozambique, Nigeria, Namibia, Sweden and Mauritius) and have created a nonalcoholic botanical drink called John Ross. And so what brought them to target Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards with a sponsorship? “Barker and Quin finds the Michelangelo Awards the ideal partner for its range of premium tonic waters made from natural products,” says Hanneli. “Chris and I have both worked closely with the wine and spirits industries in our previous professional lives and recognise the increased demand for premium products driven by strong brands,” she says. “Barker and Quin’s ethos of quality, a product based on natural ingredients and an engaging and exciting brand fits perfectly with that of the reputation and image of Michelangelo.” Chris says the strength of the Barker and Quin brand, together with its status as the only naturally produced local tonic water, has allowed it to find a gap in the market.

Catering for the more selective modern consumer “Due to the diversity of products in the spirits sector, modern consumers have become more selective,” he says. “Barker and Quin’s image of being premium and natural has managed to garner a loyal following among consumers who are looking for a product that is not part of the mainstream in terms of brand positioning and flavour profile. The uptake from the market has allowed us to grow sales and expand our range of flavours. The association with Michelangelo, its international judges and the spirits entries which the competition attracts, is a great opportunity to elevate our profile and to be noticed as a leading South Africa tonic water brand.” Lorraine Immelman, founder and CEO of the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards, says Barker and Quin is an ideal mix for the competition. “It is the go-to brand of tonic water for many of our gin and other spirits entrants due to its superb quality, and the packaging and name is the kind of fashionable proposition that will truly benefit the status of the Michelangelo Awards,” she says. “As a true South African success story we also look forward to introducing Barker and Quin to our foreign judges with a gin and tonic, the latter being Barker and Quin, of course.”

www.barkerandquin.co.za

FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT MICHELANGELO INTERNATIONAL WINE & SPIRITS AWARDS, VISIT: http://www.michelangeloawards.com

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

Driftwood Sculptures Edited by Anne Schauffer Photographs supplied by Tony Fredriksson

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

ony Fredriksson is one of the few who celebrates the work of termites. Contrary to their bad press, they’re effectively part of his creative team. Their industrious work in wood creates channels and pathways which add an entirely different dimension to this, the source material for his sculptures. So, too, beetles, dam and sea water, and other forces which alter the integrity of the wood, and create mystical shapes, lines and patterns. He’s constantly on the look out for inspirational pieces changed in some form by water or carved by insects, and he stores them meticulously in his wood ‘library’ knowing that one day, it will form part of something greater. His wood is sorted according to types, shapes and sizes, and is able to be accessed at all times when he needs a very specific piece. Tony creates his own sculpture as well as commissioned work. When it’s his own, it usually begins with a piece of driftwood which not only inspires him, but its form and shape suggest a part of an animal, a fish, a person. From that piece, the scale of the artwork is determined, and he then sketches the entire sculpture to scale. Fredriksson often spends an inordinate amount of time researching the piece. What is the underlying musculature of

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

the cat, even shapes of internal organs, what posture will it be in, what age, attitude, mood will it portray? Looking at his work, the depth of research is clear, and adds another layer to these extraordinary sculptures. When he’s working, Fredriksson uses a range of cutting devices to shape, chisel or sand a piece, so that it fits securely – like an interlocking puzzle – alongside the neighbouring piece. It’s critical that together, the sculpture is strong. He also wire brushes any loose wood, sands off any splinters or sharp edges, that there is a tactile as well as visual appeal to the piece. Zimbabwe-born Fredriksson is a fine art graduate of the Eastborne College of Art and Design in the UK. Today, he lives in South Africa, and although he’s known for his other art forms, it’s his sculptures which have totally captured the imagination of so many. For him, they’ve become an all-consuming passion, and he admits to being extremely driven while working on a piece. Every piece tells a story…which, if you enjoy story-telling, you’ll be able to prize very easily out of him…as to where each piece of that sculpture originated. Was it a weathered piece of some ten years old, found underwater, and beautifully scarred by wave action…or did a friend pick it up on some beach, and what has been its journey to that point? Common questions asked by prospective buyers are, What about bugs in the wood? Fredriksson says, “The sculptures are frozen for 3 to 5 days at -25°C to kill any bugs or eggs that

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

may still be in the wood (work going overseas is fumigated so as to obtain a customs certiﬁcate.) Most of the wood I collect is very old, dry and no longer of interest to the insects. The termites vacate the driftwood as soon as it is dry to seek shelter underground. Furthermore I wire brush and sand any debris off the wood. “The sculptures are not made to withstand the outdoors, but Fredriksson says clients can order them cast in bronze or in a marble composite. Recently asked how the driftwood lasts outdoors, he replied drily: "They are valuable works of art - if you put one of my sculptures outdoors in the elements with the Mona Lisa, mine would outlast the painting." Each piece of wood is sanded and glued, screwed and in some cases wired in place. All the screws are hidden and the completed sculpture is given a wash and a matt sealer. “Indoors, the sculptures can last indeﬁnitely.” Driftwood art began as a craft for beach houses, so there is a perception that they are decor objects. No longer. Since they entered the art market, they have been in demand by a world willing to wait up to two years for one. Fredriksson says, “My first Rhino sold for R15 000 in 2010, was resold for R24 000, and a year after that, R80 000.” Whether commissioned work, or something he feels compelled to create, Fredriksson’s driftwood sculptures are exceptionally beautiful, as those fortunate to own them – from hotels to international collectors – know.

www.openskywoodart.com

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

iKON Apartments

HOLDING PAGE iKon

Cell: +264 (0)81 41 21 007 | 144 Jan Jonker Road, Windhoek, Namibia | www.ikonselfcatering.com

WE SPECIALISES IN PRODUCING THE

TASTIEST AND HIGHEST QUALITY

Tel: +264 61 272 990 Email: biltongbites@mweb.com.na Facebook: Biltong&Bites

BILTONG AT THE BEST PRICES

Sam Nujoma, Klein Windhoek AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

African Art Jewellers cc

25 Sam N ujoma Avenue Hendrik Witbooi Street

Swakopmund, Namibia Tel: +264-64-405566 info@aajewell.com.na

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

A taste of

STRAND HOTEL Words by Martha Mukaiwa Photographs by O&L Leisure & Martha Mukaiwa

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

or many a famished world traveller, hotel restaurants are where their dining dreams go to die. Notorious for overpriced food, underwhelming entrées and barmen only passingly familiar with a Cosmopolitan, these dens of last ditch despair are certainly nothing like what’s on offer at Swakopmund’s sprawling Strand Hotel. While plenty can be said about each of Strand’s uninterrupted ocean views, its understated and sophisticated rooms, plush spa, opulent gold elevators and charming old world accents, as much can be extolled about the hotel’s cuisine. Boasting four restaurants and an ice cream parlour, each of which have been seamlessly woven into the very fabric of Swakopmund’s social scene, Strand is that special place where tourists and locals come together in a lively clash of terrific travel adventure and daily Namibian life. Introducing Farmhouse Deli, Brewer & Butcher, Welwitschia Lounge, Café Mole and Ocean Cellar Oyster and Wine Bar as you check in, Strand Hotel effectively gives you the five stops on an unofficial food tour. A culinary exploration showcasing some of the oceanside town’s very best restaurants literally on Strand Hotel guests’ doorstep. After you’ve been checked in by the hotel’s unfalteringly friendly staff followed by the gastronomic lay of the land, the inherent challenge is easy to accept.

Loosen your belt buckle, get some fresh Atlantic Ocean air and eat at each hotel restaurant before your stay is over! To begin your unofficial food tour at the top of the morning, drift into Farmhouse Deli. The large, rustic restaurant where chef Herbert van Schalkwyk presides over salmon towers, game pastrami, eggs every way, acai bowls, assorted cheese boards, bread displays, deep wooden buckets of berry compote, flaky croissants and all manner of confectionery like the Willy Wonka of breakfast buffets. If there is a more lavish local breakfast spread, there is a heaven. If not, Farmhouse Deli serves and takes the cake. Open from 6am and the haunt of locals popping in for a cup of Slowtown coffee after a jog, languidly indulging in the breakfast buffet or tucking into a full English breakfast a la carte with their families, this delicatessen, wafting smooth jazz and overlooking the sparkling Atlantic, is the place to settle in for an instantly good morning. Once breakfast is over and you’ve returned from a dune adventure or the sea, Brewer & Butcher is your next food tour treat and a place to unwind. No less than a large German-inspired steakhouse with an ocean-facing terrace, nighttime fire pits and the Swakopmund Brewing Company’s microbrewery producing traditional Helles and Märzen on site, beer lovers would be remiss not to take a

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

load off, pull up a bar stool and enjoy some seriously enticing beer pairings. Roasted bone marrow, Namibian game of the day, Jack Daniels baby back pork ribs and house smoked beef brisket all go great with a Märzen. Brewer & Butcher’s pulled pork burger with jalapeno coleslaw recommended with amber ale or a Skeleton Coast seafood pot with spinach ravioli served best astride a Helles. If juicy cuts of free range meat and ice cold beer aren’t your thing, an after adventure alternative is Strand Hotel’s Welwitschia Lounge. Here the Hampton’s style living is easy and to eat there are bierhappen - sticky pork belly bites glazed in soy sauce, honey and chili, smoked bratwurst skewers, beer battered onion rings with smoked garlic mayo and cheesy bacon fries – replete with an outdoor ambience just begging for a coconut and cranberry mojito or something sparkling from each of the hotel restaurant’s extensive wine lists. The barmen, bless their souls, take requests, cocktails with names like Coastal Breeze, Sizzling Desire and Purple Volcano, light up the daily specials board and a variety of cakes and pastries are available if the mood is more high tea than naughty. Lounging done and dusted, it’s always a treat to head to the beach.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

JOURNEY THROUGH NAMIBIA'S MOST LOVED HOTELS AND LODGES

The large expanse of ocean and soft sand is far below Swakopmund’s iconic red and white lighthouse, which one can reach after a slow stroll along the promenade and past Strand Hotel’s quirky Café Mole. Named for the solid sea wall separating Strand Hotel from the ocean, Café Mole is a 50’s style ice cream parlour where the cheese burger is the tasty bestseller and swirls of vanilla soft serve atop golden brown waffles are a close second. Popular for French fries, hotdogs and sushi takeaways as well as scoops of mint, tiramisu, Stracciatella and chocolate ice cream, Café Mole is your cheerful, turquoise penultimate food tour stop before or after working up an appetite playing volleyball, swimming or taking photographs at the beach. For sundowners - drinks had at sunset - Ocean Cellar Oyster and Wine Bar is your fifth and final unofficial Strand Hotel food tour location. Wash the sand off your feet, put on something somewhat special and head to this sparkling, contemporary fine dining restaurant for your fancy of fresh sushi and sashimi at its purple lit show kitchen, oysters baked, natural or as part of their wonderfully novel World Oyster Journey, as well as delicious posh fish and chips, a Louisiana style calamari po’boy, fish chowder, sesame and pepper tuna, misoyaki linefish and prawn picchi pacchi. From its sleek white marble bar, cozy nautical nook, plush oyster and sushi bar and elegant seaside terrace, the idea is stylish oceanside establishment elevated by melt in the mouth seafood, award-winning wines and impeccable service. This is where your food tour ends, night begins and you’ll sit back with a satisfied sigh having watched the light fade and the Atlantic calm, savouring the taste of Strand Hotel.

Strand Hotel Swakopmund is the perfect venue for travellers wanting to explore Swakopmund. This Namibian icon has become a popular destination resort for international, Namibian and SADC visitors.

CONTACT INFORMATION Hotel Switchboard: +264 64 411 4000 Room Reservations: +264 64 411 4308 strand.res@ol.na PO Box 7143, Molen Weg Swakopmund Namibia

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Prepaid

Give your home a boost with UNLIMITED 12-months super-fast internet access. Package

2048k

4096k

6144k

8192k

10240k

Download Speed

2048k

4096k

6144k

8192k

10240k

Upload Speed

1024k

2048k

12,587

15,722

Internet usage (N$ VAT Excl.)

Unlimited 4,130

5,786

7,067

*CPE Excluded

Sign up for a Speedlink Prepaid package for a For more information, visit your nearest Teleshop or call us Toll Free on 1100. Terms and Conditions Apply.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

George Is Gorgeous Gorgeous George is the first Design Hotel™ to open in Cape Town’s historic downtown, and he’s truly gorgeous, inside, outside and on top Words by Anne Schauffer Photographs supplied

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

ight in the heart of the Mother City, between St. George's Mall and Green Market Square, the Gorgeous George is a melting pot of Cape Town's unique cultural diversity and history. Guests are immersed in South Africaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s dynamic design scene throughout the 32 rooms and communal spaces including a rooftop restaurant, pool and bar. The hotel is set on the only tree-lined pedestrian avenue in Cape Town, framed by heritage buildings just below the historic Company's Garden and overlooking Green Market Square - a short one-kilometre walk to the V&A Waterfront or just a 10-minute drive to Table Mountain and world renowned Clifton and Camps Bay beaches. Gorgeous George was created from two beautifully restored heritage buildings connected by a rooftop bar, and is the first to join the Design Hotelsâ&#x201E;˘ stable, a hand-selected worldwide collection of privately owned and operated design forward and culturally rooted hotels. International award-winning interior designer Tristan du Plessis has created a concept celebrating timeless and contemporary African design that showcases locally manufactured high-end South African decor. Lighting and

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

furniture have been sourced from David Krynauw, Gregor Jenkin, Studio 19, Douglas&Co, and Dokter and Misses, while custom murals from artist David Brits are featured in every room. More than a hotel, Gorgeous George is where local design and boundary-pushing innovation meet, creating an inner-city gathering place for both locals and the well-travelled. Gorgeous George has 32 luxe rooms ranging from studios to 1 and 2-bedroom suites featuring industrial tones of raw, exposed concrete and steelwork, blended with modern Victorian design elements. Each room is kitted out with an eclectic mix of handpicked treasures and statement pieces sourced from local and international designers and finished with custom handpainted wall art by David Brits. Gigi Rooftop is the restaurant at Gorgeous George. Conceptualized by Executive Chef Guy Bennett, it will offer fresh and inspirational dishes to thrill the palates of both local foodies and international travellers. With extensive knowledge and passion for food, Bennett has worked with top South African chefs including Reuben Riffel, Michael Deg and Bertus Basson, and most recently helmed Grand Provence in Franschhoek. The Gorgeous George bar is a place to indulge. Meticulously

crafted cocktails and a selection of local and international wines and spirits will be poured by renowned in-house mixologist Jody Rahme and served round the clock. Jody began his mixology journey in Johannesburg at Sin + Tax bar before bringing his talents to Gorgeous George. The rooftop pool is where Cape Town comes to play. With breathtaking views of the city, here you can be yourself, be inspired and be entertained. With year-round events, this is a meeting place for like minds, new best friends, creative collaborators and locals to love. Rounding out Gorgeous Georgeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s cultural quotient is The White Room, the ideal setting for cultural event programming and art space. The White Room will rub shoulders with neighbouring art galleries, niche museums, and intimate theatres.

Contact: https://www.gorgeousgeorge.co.za

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

EDITORIAL

GROW YOUR WEALTH WITH US We’ll take care of your investments so you can focus on the important things. Investing with Old Mutual Wealth offers you the highest possible returns. Make now the time to grow your portfolio with us for a growing income stream over time with inflation protection, medium-term inflation-beating returns without excessive risk, real capital growth rates and allowing you access to your money.

SMS ‘WEALTH’ to 66522 or call your Broker or Financial Adviser today. Terms and conditions apply.

WEALTH DO GREAT THINGS EVERY DAY AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

UNLOCK NAMIBIA Beach Hotel Swakopmund

Atlantic Villa Boutique Guest House – Swakopmund

HOLDING PAGE Nuvella / Namibia Collection Swakopmund Plaza Hotel

Eagle Tented Lodge -Etosha

Epacha Game Lodge & Spa - Etosha

Driefontein Safari lodge – Damaraland: opening 2020

Olupale Safari Lodge – Etosha: opening 2020

Book now: +264 61 375 300 info@namibia-collection.com www.namibia-collection.com 30 Blohm Street, Windhoek, Namibia 60

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Save without thinking about it.

Protect yourself from the elements with a range of our high quality clothing. Whether it be earth, air, fire or water, Jonsson clothing offers personal protection for any harsh environment.

With a product range of over 25 000 articles, CYMOT is your one stop shop for any adventure!

The Greensport 4x4 range includes all products needed to equip your off-road vehicle with quality accessories to tackle any Namibian terrain.

With a wide variety of camping equipment ranging from tents, chairs and accessories, we have everything you need for a comfortable outdoor experience.

With an extensive range of automotive parts, spares, accessories and tools, you can ensure a safe journey.

Get into gear with our cycling department. With a range of bicycles, apparel and accessories, your hardest decision will be deciding which trail to take on first.

Bank Your Change makes saving automatic.

A Great Escape

Every time you swipe your FNB debit card, the leftover cents are rounded up to the nearest Namibian Dollar and transferred to a savings pocket where you earn interest. With both surf and freshwater fishing equipment to To save more with each swipe, choose top up amount of you need for choose from, a CYMOT has everything N$2, N$5, N$10, N$20 or N$50. that big catch.

So much more than just another restaurant. For people who still dream of truly great escape.

Terms and conditions apply. HEAD OFFICE & WAREHOUSE 15 Newcastle Street PO Box 726, Windhoek Tel: (+264 61) 295 6000 info@cymot.com

ready for an +264 61 232 457 | info@joesbeerhouse.com Are| you www.joesbeerhouse.com WINDHOEK Tel: (061) 295 7000

SWAKOPMUND Tel: (064) 400 318

OTJIWARONGO Tel: (067) 302 454

OSHAKATI Tel: (065) 220 916

LÜDERITZ Tel: (063) 203 855

ANGOLA/LOBITO Tel: +244 926 670 984

KATUTURA Tel: (061) 237 759

WALVIS BAY Tel: (064) 271 400

TSUMEB Tel: (067) 221 161

RUNDU Tel: (066) 255 668

ROSH PINAH Tel: (063) 274 853

KEETMANSHOOP Tel: (063) 227 800

unforgettable adventure?

PROUDLY NAMIBIAN

Download the CYMOT Namibia app for product specials

www.cymot.com

When it comes to customisation, mpdps is your turn-key publishing solution

Joachim sold Joe’s to Stimulus in

Joe’s Beerhouse. Today, if you don’t

The staff complement alone is

2007, and five years later, the new and

book at Joe’s, you could be left out

around 110, so not only are you

PROPERTY REGISTER

there to feast, but you’re going to Chamber

“My future?” “My future?”

October 2014 2014 September November October 2014 September November 2014

R R EE VV II EE W W

2014 2014 -- 2015 2015

The The Val Val de de Vie Vie

JOURNAL OF AFRICAN REAL ESTATE RESEARCH ● Volume One 2014 JOURNAL OF AFRICAN REAL ESTATE RESEARCH ● Volume One 2014

HYPROP HYPROP Broll: Jean Rechter in and elevated Broll: Africa’s Africa’sstepped On On the the up up and and up up AFRICA AFRICA FOCUS FOCUS Nigeria rriiees the seleading Nigeria leading s ●● the LLDD seeconomic African field African economic field

Analysing Analysing Option OptionValues Values to to Delay Delay Development Development of of Land Land in inWindhoek, Windhoek, Namibia Namibia

SUSTAINABILITY SUSTAINABILITY How How does does your your garden garden grow? grow?

Residential Residential Satisfaction Satisfaction in in Southern Southern Johannesburg, Johannesburg, South South Africa Africa

heWWOO TThe RR

sought-after sought-after regions regions mr monotnhtlhylycocuoun n OuOru

“Infrastructure!” “Infrastructure!”

s ●s ●

by-ccoouunnttrryyffoocu ttrryy--bycu

WHO’S WHO’S YOUR YOUR CHINA? CHINA? Is Is Asia’s Asia’s fortune fortune cookie cookie crumbling? crumbling?

FACILITIES FACILITIES MANAGEMENT RETAIL PROPERTY MANAGEMENT RETAIL PROPERTY Who holds WhoTRENDS holds the the TRENDS purse Keeping ahead purse strings? strings? Keeping ahead of of inflation inflation

dhk dhk GOING GOING GREEN GREEN ENERGY ENERGY Portside The cost of keeping PROPERTY FUNDS The costTof keeping PROPERTY FUNDS SSPortside O A OU Uthe TH Hlights A FF R R II C CA AN N on

reputation it has today. Thomas Rechter South African Property Review South African Property Review

Delivering sustainable Delivering sustainable infrastructure that infrastructure that improves our world. improves our world.

PROPERTY September 2015 September 2015

Rising prosperity lights on Risingthe prosperity

is a Hamburg-trained chef – originally heWWOO TThe RR

serie LLDD seriess

mr monotnhtlhylycocuoun n OuOru

: ries es: a se rily y fric a nseth lyuntrtry e A fric oonth un Th eoAur m y-co co Th our m ● s y-bbycu s ● ntr y-fo couuntr focu co

“DOING GOOD WHILE “DOING GOOD WHILE DOING BUSINESS” DOING BUSINESS”

THE THE GREEN GREEN REVOLUTION REVOLUTION EYE AFRICA Commercial EYE on onproperty AFRICA Commercial property Kenya: still aa greening pioneers set still greeningKenya: pioneers set market to watch R the tone market R EE VV II EEtoW Wwatch the sustainability sustainability tone

s ●s ●

Tanzania: Tanzania: untapped untapped and and opportunistic opportunistic INDIA INDIA WORLD SERIES It’s all RAJ WORLD SERIES It’s all the the RAJ Brazil: Brazil: own own goal goal or or prosperity? prosperity? by-ccoouunnttrryyffoocu ttrryy--bycu

November October 2013 - 2014 2014 September 2014 November October 2013 - 2014 September

Hotel – and as a couple, the Rechters

etoria (012) 842 8700; Johannesburg (011) 802 0560; Bloemfontein (051) 430 1423; Cape Town (021) 919 6976; retoria (012) 842 8700; Johannesburg (051) 1423; Cape(047) Town532 (021) 919 6976; gaborone@bigenafrica.com; Kuruman (011) (053) 802 712 0560; 2882; Bloemfontein Mafikeng (018) 386430 2111; Mthatha 5234;

gaborone@bigenafrica.com; Kuruman (053) 712 2882; (018) 386 2111; 55; Richards Bay (035) 753 1235; Rustenburg (014) 597Mafikeng 3655; Windhoek +26 461 Mthatha 237 346.(047) 532 5234; 055; Richards Bay (035) 753 1235; Rustenburg (014) 597 3655; Windhoek +26 461 237 346.

Green and Education Green and Education

2014/10/10 1:50 PM 2014/10/10 1:50 PM

Sharpening Sharpening industry industry professionals professionals

A A publication publication of of the the Val Val de de Vie Vie Homeowners’ Homeowners’ Association Association

0 2 - 2 0 1 5 0 2 - 2 0 introduction 1 5

introduction

11-2015 11-2015

THE SAPOA PROPERTY ADVOCATE MAGAZINE THE SAPOA PROPERTY ADVOCATE MAGAZINE

evenings of the week – it’s open

get really attentive service. It’s that

Monday to Sunday, lunch and dinner

perfect combination of great attention

Exploring Exploring the the Impact Impact of of Personal Personal Connections Connections and and Selected Selected Individual Individual Factors Factors on on the the Ethical Ethical Judgment Judgment and and Behavioural Behavioural Intentions of Nigerian Estate Intentions of Nigerian Estate Surveyors Surveyors and andValuers Valuers

ADVOCATE ADVOCATE ALBERT ALBERT MURPHY MURPHY Sectional Sectional title title developments developments and and the the reality reality of of Murphy’s Murphy’s Law Law

to detail, wonderfully off-the-wall

- and considering it seats 600 guests, Veuve Clicquot Mail Ad-Val De Vie STP.pdf 1 2014/11/19 02:27:16 PM Veuve Clicquot Mail Ad-Val De Vie STP.pdf 1 2014/11/19 02:27:16 PM

V - lifestyle V - lifestyle

Inadequacies Inadequacies in in Development Development Viability Viability Appraisal Appraisal Studies Studies in in the the Nigerian Nigerian Property Property Market Market

that makes it pretty popular. And if September 2015 September 2015

THE ONLY WAY TO TRAVEL THE ONLY WAY TO TRAVEL

A A Spatial Spatial Perspective Perspective to to Managing Managing Real Real Estate Estate Information Information

POLO’S POLO’S LEADING LEADING MAN MAN

WLOTZKASBAKEN WLOTZKASBAKEN AA strange strange case case of of property property ownership ownership in in the the Namib Namib desert desert

The The face face of of Ralf Ralf Lauren, Lauren, Nacho Nacho Figueras, Figueras, plays plays polo polo for for aa cause cause alongside alongside royalty royalty

Joe’s X factor is quite simply that it

with cold – it’s the warmest place in C

2014/07/08 9:35 AM 2014/07/08 9:35 AM

CSOS CSOS Long-awaited Long-awaited sectional sectional title title dispute dispute resolution resolution by by Prof Prof Graham Graham Paddock Paddock

then, that X Factor.

600 sounds large, don’t confuse big

Jafrer Cover First Edition_SUBBED.indd 3 Jafrer Cover First Edition_SUBBED.indd 3

INTELLECTUAL INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY PROPERTY Developers, Developers, be be cautious cautious when when naming naming your your sectional sectional title title development development

environment, sense of humour….and Life worth living Life worth living

Property Property Development Development Programme Programme

at the renowned Vier Jahreszeiten Greening Greening mixed-use mixed-use developments developments Sustainably Sustainably blurring blurring the the lines lines

F R O M G R A S S R O O T S T O C O R P O R A T E F R O M G R A S S R O O T S T O C O R P O R A T E

Vie Magazine ValVal dede Vie Magazine

Property and funds Facilities Management Green property Property and funds Facilities Management Green property

Joe’s to the wonderfully, slightly crazy

magazine magazine

M MA AG GA AZ ZI NI NE E

South African Property Owners Association - Property Register South African Property Review South African Property Owners Association - Property Register South African Property Review

It’s booked current owners Thomas andJAFRER Carol- on the street. GRAPE INEout most SS SSA O U TTA H A FFO R II C EEA R TT YY A OP P UO O A HP P AR R O RP P C A RN N

Y Y

Chamber Chamber

1 1

FIGHTING FIGHTING SPIRIT SPIRIT

Schalk Schalk Burger Burger won’t won’t go go down down easily easily

CM CM MY

Namibia. The restaurant’s divided into

embodies a great deal of what Namibia

for 28 years. They know their stuff.

five different sections, each with its

is all about. One Trip Advisor report

own unique ambiance. You’ll see.

described Joe’s as, “Cool and unusual

serie LLDD seriess ●●

SAPOA SAPOA President President Mike Mike Deighton Deighton on on taking taking the the reigns reigns

s ●s ●

They’d built up a solid reputation at by-ccoouunnttrryyffoocu ttrryy--bycu

September 2015 September 2015

Greece: Greece: Europe’s Europe’s limping limping giant giant

The Gourmet Restaurant at the Mini Cover with Spine sept.indd 1 Cover with Spine sept.indd 1

2015/08/17 1:45 PM 2015/08/17 1:45 PM

SURVIVAL SURVIVAL OF OF THE THE FITTEST FITTEST

CMY

CMY K

120 | 120 |

REUBEN REUBEN RIFFEL RIFFEL

WITH THE COMPLIMENTS OF WITH THE COMPLIMENTS OF

Forget gourmet, think great tasty 92 val de vie 92 val de vie

T H E T H E

pages.indd 1 pages.indd 1

O N L Y O N L Y

W A Y W A Y

T O T O

Cyclists Cyclists around around the the world world take take to to the the Western Western Cape’s Cape’s scenic scenic routes routes

F L Y F L Y

ad template.indd 93 COVER SPREADS.indd 92-93 ad template.indd 93 COVER SPREADS.indd 92-93

Golf course (no longer around), and

authentic cooking. This is not fine-

later, in the Kaiserkrone Centre in

dining, it’s fine eating. Joe’s is a

Winter 2015 Winter 2015

mr monotnhtlhylycocuoun n OuOru

heWWOO TThe RR

have been in the restaurant industry

No No silver silver spoon spoon for for Franschhoek’s Franschhoek’s home-grown home-grown hero hero

decor is really fun, it's like being in

val de vie 93 1 val de vie 93 1

2015/08/18 1:06 PM 2015/08/18 1:06 PM

2015/07/21 12:01 PM 2015/07/21 12:01 PM

2015/07/22 11:21 AM 2015/07/22 11:21 AM

your grandfather’s barn with all sorts

simply for tourists, it’s for locals too –

mpdps and associates are publishers of quality turn-key of interesting bits of machinery and custom magazines, annual reports and corporate brochures. artefacts hanging on the walls.” There little bit rustic, whole lotprint casual… We write, design, aphotograph, and produce corporate collateral, from concept to delivery, on time all the time. with a sensational steak house menu you have it.

supporting everybody goes to rhino Joe’s. conservation

For publishing contactJoe’s natural 1st namibianon solar powered company mountain minerals consider themselves A Great concentrating Namibia’s exotic

the heart of Windhoek. Joe’s is not

Mark Pettipher e: mark@mpdps.com t: +27 (0)21 856 1276 www.mpdps.com 32a Miller Street, Old Cape Mall, Gordons Bay, 7140. slaughtered to satisfy the demand for fashion accessories and oriental medicines. By the early 1980s the population had plummeted

Pettipher e: mark@mpdps.com t: +27 (0)21 856 1276 www.mpdps.com You’ll step inside Joe’s game meat. yes, you can have For the InRechters, theirMark Rhino Facts: the late 1970sall aggressive poaching took theYes, Namibian Black Rhino to your the brink Escape. of extinction. Thousands of rhino wereto feel,

taste and see Namibia…and forget andestablished vegetarian dishes…but be hospitality experience was really a salads For salesand contact from 65,000 to just 60. The ‘Rhino for Erongo’ project was to reintroduce conserve rhino in the Erongo region, reintrodu-

Janinefor Ramey e: janine@mpdps.com +27 (0)21 856 1276 and everywhere else. prepared Namibian-size portions. t: everything rehearsal forErongo’ the main ‘Rhino for project,performance. helping to conserve and protect these beautiful creatures. cing Black Rhino into the area after the last of its kind was caught in 1974. For every bottle of OASIS sold a contribution is made to the

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

TECHNOLOGY

SciTech

JoanGlass – Smart Glasses System Treats Stress, Anxiety, and Depression

Clockwork GameShell – Open Source Portable Retro Game Console

Inspired by his mother that had schizophrenia, Matt Wolf has designed JoanGlass; it's a concept smart glasses system that helps to treat illness such as stress, anxiety, and depression. The science lies in its frame; it has a built-in haptic beating device that'scapable of massaging the area between the eyebrows; where chronic muscular tension occurs. The handles integrate an electromagnetic flux device that will read and send "flux" inside of the Thalamus, restarting communication between synapses. The glass frame implements two instruments that work together, putting a user's brain in a state of meditation. Alpha waves help calm the nervous system, lowering blood pressure and heart rate. As smart glasses, Matt Wolf explains that JoanGlass also comes with a companion app. You can use Apple Watch to read heart rate; it also collects information about your brain and activity and presents the information through the app. The smart medical algorithm sends feedback inside the frame and starts to map your Thalamus. Research has discovered that the portion of our Thalamus is physically larger when we are in major depressive disorder (MDD), located in the centre of our brain, than that of ordinary people.. Thalamus is responsible for many different brain functions, including relaying information to other parts of the brain to the cerebral cortex. JoanGlass uses corrective soft lenses that will improve your vision; they also blend well with the user's face and take a unique shape to enhance your image. Lenses would be available in different types. These smart glasses concept is equipped with a wireless charger that snaps on the frame with the help of magnets. Matt Wolf hopes that he can find investors who are interested in developing this concept to production. He would need inputs and suggestions from many professionals for JoanGlass, such as a psychiatrist, medical experts, people who are practising meditation, and you, future users.

Clockwork GameShell might seem overpriced as a retro game console, but it’s a great gaming device when you are into DIY scene, modding, making your games. It’s an open-source portable retro game console that provides with freedom and indie games; you can enjoy retro games from NES, GBA, GB, Atari, PS1, or any other historic consoles. You can also create your games and mods, GameShell supports unique programming languages such as Python, Lua, JS, Preset C, and LISP. You can choose to modify preexisting titles or create new games as you wish. There are fantastic users on GameShell forums that would teach you a lot of stuff; the advanced Clockwork OS is based on Debian 9ARMhf and Linux 4.1x, and navigating Linux system isn’t that hard. GameShell Retro Game Console features sturdy Clockwork Pi development board with Wi-Fi, CPU, and PMU Chip. It has substantial capacity power that allows you to create your DIY wireless speakers, make smart toys that interact with Lego blocks, or programme a custom to remove for device control. That cool big-screen gaming can be downsized on Linux computer, or you can also connect a GameShell device to any new screen via micro HDMI port to enjoy “large scale” TV gaming. Featuring two-channel stereo speaker, 2.7-inch RG@60fpsScreen, 16GB microSD card, and 1200mAh rechargeable battery, GameShell is a fun retro game console with a learning experience; you can share unique ideas with users around the world in the Clockwork community forum.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

TECHNOLOGY

source: www.tuvie.com

Argo Crib Protects Baby from Damaging Electromagnetic Waves

Bird Cruiser Micro Mobility as Part of Shared e-Scooters Program

Noir Vif, together with Ludwig & Dominique, has designed and developed Argo Crib. It’s a unique crib made of beautiful walnut and copper; this combination creates a shield for baby from those damaging electromagnetic waves. This concept crib is named after a mythical vessel that protected Jason and the Argonauts. This crib would gently cradle, shield, and reassure parents that their baby is safe from electromagnetic waves that surround our environment 24 hours/day. Designed under auspices of the Argo Navis ancient constellation, Argo Crib has three main parts, just like the ancient constellation: the Hull (Carina), the Stern (Puppis), and the Sail (Vela). Noir Vif explains that there’s a secret detail, the constellation displayed within straw marquetry on the inner side of the stern; it can also mean that your baby sleeps under the stars. By placing a copper network on the curved walnut surface of the stern, they had to answer to a strong technological and scientific challenge. This process could not have been achieved without the help of “MINES Paristech Materials Research Laboratory”, the “Saint-Gobain Coating Solutions Department” and the support of the “Carnot Network”.

Bird Cruiser is part of global feet of shared vehicles; it’s a modern electric scooter that accommodates up to two adults. This new seated electric vehicle has been designed exclusively for Bird; it offers people a choice to replace car trips with a more environmentally friendly vehicle. It’s also perfect for summer. Travis VanderZanden, CEO of Bird, says that Bird wants to introduce shared e-scooters as part of a global phenomenon when people are getting aware of keeping our environment greener by shifting away from cars. This new vehicle would further accelerate progress to this company's mission to make cities more livable, more eco-friendly environments. Explore your city and neighbourhoods without a car; this inclusive electric-powered vehicle is easy to ride and comfortable even on rough roads. Bird Cruiser is an electric scooter that allows you to sit instead of stand while travelling to your destination. The padded seat would make your journey enjoyable; it has the option of pedal-assist or peg to meet the preferences of riders. Bird Cruiser is equipped with hydraulic disc brakes to provide you with reliable, safe, and responsive slowing and stopping.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Namibia Heart Center &

Roman Catholic Hospital are pleased to announce the opening of our

HEART ATTACK CENTER at

ROMAN CATHOLIC HOSPITAL A Heart attack (myocardial infarction) is caused by sudden blockage of the coronary artery by a blood clot. If not treated immediately it can cause damage to the heart or death. 20% of patients who develop a heart attack die before reaching the hospital. The blocked artery must be opened as soon as possible, in order to save the heart and life of the patient! CORONARY ARTERY OPENED BY BALLOON & STENT

CORONARY ARTERY BLOCKED

WILL PROVIDE A 24/7 EMERGENCY SERVICE FOR PATIENTS WITH A SUSPECTED or CONFIRMED HEART ATTACK. Patients with sudden chest pains or shortness of breath should call our emergency number at 085-911, or go directly to our Emergency Unit at Roman Catholic Hospital.

Doctors dealing with patients with a suspected myocardial infarction should call our heart attack coordinator at 085-911, to activate the Heart Attack Response Team. The patient should be referred immediately to our Emergency Unit at Roman Catholic Hospital. IMPORTANT NOTICE: STATE PATIENTS WITHOUT ANY MEDICAL AID SHOULD GO DIRECTLY TO THE EMERGENCTY UNIT at KATUTURA STATE HOSPITAL, WHERE THEY WILL RECEIVE THE INITIAL TREATMENT.

OUR TEAM IS READY TO SAVE YOUR HEART

DM0201800315394 DS

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

OUR CARDIAC INTERVENTIONAL TEAM HAS VAST EXPERIENCE & EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS OUR OUR CARDIAC CARDIACINTERVENTIONAL INTERVENTIONALTEAM TEAMHAS HAS  EXPERIENCE Over 6000 heart interventionsRESULTS since VAST & EXCEPTIONAL VAST EXPERIENCE & EXCEPTIONAL RESULTS 2012(stents, angiograms, pacemakers)  Over 6000 heart  very safeinterventions (complicationsince rate <1%,  We Overare 6000 heart interventions since 2012(stents, angiograms, pacemakers) mortality rate 0%). 2012(stents, angiograms, pacemakers)  very rate  We 24/7 Emergency Cardiac Service at <1%, Weare are verysafe safe(complication (complication rate <1%, mortality rate 0%). Roman Catholic Hospital mortality rate 0%).  Emergency Cardiac Service 24/7team Emergency Cardiac Serviceatat  24/7 The attends international Roman Catholic Hospital Roman Catholic Hospital Cardiology congresses every year to keep  international  The Theteam teamattends attends international our knowledge and skills up-to-date Cardiology congresses every year to keep Cardiology congresses every year to keep our knowledge and skills up-to-date our knowledge andIN skills up-to-date YOU ARE SAFE OUR HANDS

YOU YOUARE ARESAFE SAFEIN INOUR OURHANDS HANDS

DR SIMON IDRIS BESHIR MD, FRCP, FESC, FACC

DR SIMON IDRIS BESHIR MD, FRCP, FESC, FACC Consultant Cardiologist DR SIMON IDRIS BESHIR MD, FRCP, FESC, FACC Consultant Cardiologist (Adult & Interventional Cardiology) Consultant Cardiologist Cardiology) (Adult & Interventional T:(Adult +264(0) 61 246 000 & Interventional +264(0) 61253 246635 000 Cardiology) F:T:T:+264 (0) 61 F:+264(0) +264 (0)61 61246 253000 635 E: F: drbeshir.pa@gmail.com +264 (0) 61 253 635 E: drbeshir.pa@gmail.com E: drbeshir.pa@gmail.com

Miss MissSURINA SURINADE DEWIT WIT B.Tech B.Tech

Miss SURINA DE(Cardiac) WIT B.Tech Clinical &&Echocardiographer ClinicalTechnologist Technologist (Cardiac) Echocardiographer Technologist (Cardiac) & Echocardiographer T:+264(0) +264(0) 246000 000 T:Clinical 6161246 +264(0) 61 +264(0) (0)61 61246 253000 635 F:T:F:+264 253 635 F: +264 (0) 61 253 635 E: surinadewit@yahoo.com E: surinadewit@yahoo.com E: surinadewit@yahoo.com

DR HENNING DU TOIT MBChB, FRCS, FCS

DR HENNING DU FRCS, Consultant Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon DR HENNING DU TOIT TOIT MBChB, MBChB, FRCS, FCS FCS Consultant Surgeon T: +264(0)Cardio-Thoracic 61 246 000 Consultant Cardio-Thoracic Surgeon T:T:F:+264(0) 61 +264 (0) 61246 253000 635 +264(0) 61 246 000 whk.heart.centre@gmail.com F:F:E:+264 (0) +264 (0)61 61 253 253 635 635 E:whk.heart.centre@gmail.com whk.heart.centre@gmail.com E:

SERVICES PROVIDED

SERVICES PROVIDED SERVICES PROVIDED  Coronary Angiogram – Cardiac Catheter  Coronaryangioplasty Angiogram – Cardiac Catheter   Balloon Coronary Angiogram&–stent Cardiac Catheter  Balloon angioplasty & stent implantation  implantation Balloon angioplasty & stent  Heart Attack management 24/7 implantation  Heart Attack management 24/7  Implantation ofpacemakers, pacemakers, Loop ECG Heart Attackof management 24/7  Implantation Loop ECG recorders (Reveal)  recorders Implantation of pacemakers, Loop ECG (Reveal) recorders (Reveal)  Heart failure management  Heart failure management Heart failure of management  Management Management ofpalpitations palpitationsand and   blackouts Management of palpitations and blackouts blackouts  (heart  Echocardiography Echocardiography (heartsonar) sonar)  Echocardiography (heart  ECG, 24-hr ECG and Blood Pressure  ECG, 24-hr ECG and Bloodsonar) Pressure  monitors ECG, 24-hr ECG and Blood Pressure monitors monitorsECG test  Exercise  Exercise ECG test  Exercise ECG test   Bypass Bypassoperation operation(CABG) (CABG)  Bypass operation (CABG)by open heart  Heart Valve Replacement  Heart Valve Replacement  surgery Heart Valve Replacement by by open open heart heart surgery surgery + many other procedures ++ many many other other procedures procedures

OUR HEART SURGEON & CARDIAC THEATRE TEAM OUR HEARTSURGEON SURGEON &CARDIAC CARDIAC THEATRE THEATRE TEAM OUR HEART  Since 2012 we&performed over 1200 TEAM open heart operations  Surgical results comparable with the best world centers  Since 2012 we performed over 1200 open heart heart operations   Since 2012 wesurgeon performed over 1200 open heart operations Experienced in-house = safety for our patients !!  Surgical results comparable with the best world heart centers  Surgical results comparable with the best world heart centers  Experienced surgeon in-house = safety for our patients !! EMERGENCIES = PATIENTS WITH POSSIBLE HEART ATTACK, BLACKOUT, SEVERE ARRHYTHMIA, PALPITATIONS or BREATHLESSNESS: Please call our emergency cardiac number 085-911 or come urgently (send your patient) to Casualty at Roman Catholic Hospital EMERGENCIES = PATIENTS WITH POSSIBLE HEART ATTACK, BLACKOUT, SEVERE ARRHYTHMIA, PALPITATIONS or BREATHLESSNESS: EMERGENCIES PATIENTS WITH POSSIBLE ATTACK, BLACKOUT, SEVERE ARRHYTHMIA, PALPITATIONS or BREATHLESSNESS: Please call our=emergency cardiac number HEART 085-911 or come urgently (send your patient) to Casualty at Roman Catholic Hospital URGENT REFERRAL TO CARDIOLOGIST = PATIENTS TO BE SEEN or ADMITTED WITHIN A FEW DAYS Please call our emergency cardiac number 085-911 or come urgently (send your patient) to Casualty at Roman Catholic Hospital Please send SMS or WhatApp to 0818-764-807 with the patient name and contact number and the patient will be contacted a.s.a.p. URGENT REFERRAL TO CARDIOLOGIST = PATIENTS TO BE SEEN or ADMITTED WITHIN A FEW DAYS Please send SMS orTO WhatApp to 0818-764-807 with patient and number the will be a.s.a.p. URGENT REFERRAL CARDIOLOGIST = PATIENTS TOthe BEOUR SEEN orname ADMITTED WITHIN A FEW DAYS ROUTINE REFERRALS or APPOINTMENTS KINDLY CALL SECRETARY ONcontact 061-246-000 orand FAX THEpatient REFRERRAL TOcontacted 061-253-635

Please send SMS or WhatApp to 0818-764-807 with the patient name and contact number and the patient will be contacted a.s.a.p. ROUTINE REFERRALS or APPOINTMENTS KINDLY CALL OUR SECRETARY ON 061-246-000 or FAX THE REFRERRAL TO 061-253-635

ROUTINE REFERRALS or APPOINTMENTS KINDLY CALL OUR SECRETARY ON 061-246-000 or FAX THE REFRERRAL TO 061-253-635 AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

DM0201800315349 DS

 Experienced surgeon in-house = safety for our patients !!

WELCOME ABOARD BEM-VINDO A BORDO WILLKOMMEN AN BORD

ENGLISH Thank you for choosing Air Namibia. We will do everything to ensure you have a pleasant flight. if you need assistance, please ask any of our cabin attendants.

PORTUGUESE

GERMAN

Obrigado por ter escolhido Air Namibia. Faremos de tudopara garantir que tenhas um vôo agradável. Se vocêprecisar de assistência, por favor, pergunte a qualquer um dos nossos assistentes de cabine.

Danke, dass Sie sich dafür entschieden haben mit Air Namibia zu fliegen. Wir werden alles tun um Ihnen den Flug so angenehm wie möglich zu gestalten. Wenn Sie Fragen haben oder Hilfe benötigen, wenden Sie sich bitte an einen unserer Flugbegleiter oder Flugbegleiterinnen.

Our highly trained cabin Os nossos assistentes de cabin, altamente profissionais, attendants are at your service on estão ao seu dispor em todos os nossos vôos para a sua all our flight, for your safety and segurança e conforto. comfort.

Unser versiertes Flugpersonal steht Ihnen während des Fluges jederzeit zur Verfügung. Für Ihre Sicherheit und Bequemlichkeit sind Sie bei unserer Crew in besten Händen.

We carry first-aid kits on all our flights, should a passenger need assistance for minor conditions.

Existe kits de primeiros socorros a bordo todos os nossos Eine medizinische Erstversorgung ist vôos, se os passageiros precisarem de assistência com auf allen unseren Flügen sicher gestellt. Eine Erste-Hilfe-Ausrüstung befindet sich condições médicas relativamente menores. immer an Bord.

HOLDING PAGE

Zu Ihrer eigenen Sicherheit bitten wir Sie, sich die in der Zeitschriftentasche vor Ihnen benfindliche Sicherheits-Instruktionen aufmerksam durchzulesen.

As a safety precaution, it is important to read the safety card stored in the seat pocket in front of you

Como medida de segurança, é importante ler o cartão segurança armazenado no bolso do assento à sua frente

Life vests are stored under your seat. Only use them as demonstrate, and only when instructed by the cabin attendants.

Coletes salva-vidas são armazenados por de baixo do seu Ihre Schwimmweste befindet sich unter Ihrem Sitz. Bitte benutzen Sie diese nur auf assento. Use-os conforme a demonstração e somente Anweisung der Flugbegleiter/-innen. quando instruído pelos assistentes de cabin.

Smoking is prohibited on all Air Namibia flights.

É proibido fumar em todos os vôos da Air Namibia.

Air Namibia

Auf allen Air Namibia Flügen gilt ein absolutes Rauchverbot.

Seats must be in the upright position during take-off and landing. For your own safety, you are required to fasten your seat belt whenever the seat belt sign is illuminated and we recommend that you keep your belt fastened throughout the flights.

Assentos devem estar na posição vertical durante a decolagem e aterragem. Para sua própria segurança, você é obrigado a apertar o cinto sempre que o sinal do cinto de segurança é iluminado e nós recomendamos que mantenhas apertado o cinto durante todo o vôo.

Während Start und Landung müssen sich die Sitzlehnen in aufrechter Position benfinden. Bitte schnallen Sie sich an, sobald das Anschnallzeichen aufleuchtet. Zu Ihrer eigenen Sicherheit empfehlen wir während des gesamten Fluges angeschnallt zu bleiben.

We offer complimentray meals, and beverages on all our flights. Special-diet or vegetarian meals are available upon request when making reservations.

Nós oferecemos refeições e bebidas de cortesia em todos os nossos vôos.Dietas-especiais ou refeições vegetarianas estão disponíveis mediante uma solicitação ao fazer reservas.

Auf unseren Flügen werden Mahlzeiten und Getränke serviert. Diätische oder vegetarische Mahlzeiten können bei der Flugbuchung angefragt werden

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

ENGLISH We carry an extensive range of duty free products at competitive prices on selected flights. please refer to our catalogue for details.

PORTUGUESE Nós carregamos uma extensa variedade de produtos com isenção de direitos a preços competitivos em vôos selecionados. Por favor, consulte o nosso catálogo para mais detalhes.

GERMAN An Bord ist ein umfangreiches Sortiment an Duty-Free-Produkten zu attraktiven Preisen erhältlich. Informationen hierzu entnehmen Sie bitte unserem Duty-FreeKatalog.

Audio and visual entertainment Programas de entretenimento de áudio e visual estão programmes are available on disponíveis nos vôos operados através dos nossos Flights operated using our A330 aeronaves A330 e A319. and A319 aircraft.

Audio- und Videoprogramme sind an Bord unserer Airbus A330 und A319 Maschinen verfügbar.

Our A319 and ERJ 135 aircraft Alguns dos nossos aviões têm saídas de ar individuais, have individual air vents which que podem ser ajustados para fornecer um fluxo de ar can be adjusted to provide a refrescante. refreshing stream of air.

Unsere Fluggeräte des Typs Airbus A319 und Embraer ERJ135 verfügen über individuelle Frischluftdüsen.

Health regulations in some countries require that the aircraft cabin must be sprayed. The spray is harmless, but if you think it might affect you, cover your nose and mouth with a handkerchief.

Um den Gesundheitsvorschriften einiger Länder zu entsprechen, muss die Flugzeugkabine mit einem für den Menschen unbedenklichen Spray behandelt werden. Wir empfehlen dennoch, die Atemwege durch Vorhalten eines Taschentuchs zu schützen.

Regulamentos de saúde em determinados países exigem que a cabine da aeronave deve ser pulverizada. O pulverizador é inofensivo, mas se você acha que pode afetá-lo, por favor, cobrir o nariz e a boca com um lenço.

HOLDING PAGE Air Namibia

Should you travel with a baby Se você viajar com um bebê recomendamos que você we recommend you request a solicite um berço especialmente nos vôos de longo curso. bassinet especially on the longhaul flights.

Sollten Sie mit einem Baby reisen, empfehlen wir Ihnen besonders auf Langsteckenfügen ein Babybett zu beantragen.

Please do not place any luggage Por favor não coloque bagagem por de baixo do assento under seats at the emergency de saída de emergência. Bagagem de mão deve ser exit seat. armazenado na estiva sobrecarga

“Bitte beachten Sie, dass das Verstauen von Handgepäck unter Ihrem Sitz an den Notausgängen nicht gestattet ist.“

Carry-on luggage should be stored in the overhead stowage.

Handgepäck ist in den Gepäckfächern über Ihrem Sitz zu verstauen.

We suggest that passengers do Sugerimos que os passageiros effectuam exercícios de stretching exercises, and move alongamento e movementam-se durante vôo para melhorar a circulação sanguínea. during the flight to improve blood circulation.

Versuchen Sie, sich während des Fluges möglichst oft zu strecken und zu bewegen. So wird Ihr Kreislauf angeregt.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Schedule 03 July till 26 October 2019 ( ALL times local) NOTE: Luanda flights to resume operations from 1 October 2019 NOTE: check-in time should be two hours before departure international One hour before departure for domestic

International Flight no SW 286

From Frankfurt

Days

Departure Arrival

Windhoek

Daily

20:10

06:30+1

SW 285

Windhoek

Frankfurt

Daily

21:35

07:55+1

Regional Flight No SW 708

From Cape Town

Days

Departure Arrival

Windhoek

Daily

18:35

20:45

SW 714

Cape Town

Walvis Bay

Daily

10:05

12:15

SW 714

Cape Town

Windhoek (via Walvis Bay)

Daily

10:05

13:30

SW 742

Durban

Windhoek (via Gaborone)

Daily

12:35

15:55

SW 742

Durban

Gaborone

Daily

12:35

13:55

SW 741

Gaborone

Durban

Daily

10:40

11:55

SW 742

Gaborone

Windhoek

Daily

14:25

15:55

SW 412

Harare

Windhoek

Tue

17:05

19:20

SW 412

Harare

Windhoek

Fri

18:25

20:40

SW 412

Harare

Windhoek

Sun

17:40

19:55

SW 722

Johannesburg

Windhoek

Daily

06:40

08:45

SW 726

Johannesburg

Windhoek

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat

11:10

13:15

SW 726

Johannesburg

Windhoek

Sun

10:45

12:50

SW 728

Johannesburg

Windhoek

Daily

18:25

20:30

SW 304

Luanda

Windhoek

Wed, Fri, Sun

11:55

15:25

SW 372

Lusaka

Windhoek

Mon, Wed,

18:35

20:55

SW 372

Lusaka

Windhoek

Sat

17:15

19:35

SW 406

Victoria Falls

Windhoek

Mon

19:10

20:45

SW 406

Victoria Falls

Windhoek

Wed, Fri

19:20

20:55

SW 406

Victoria Falls

Windhoek

Thu

16:35

18:10

SW 406

Victoria Falls

Windhoek

Sat, Sun

18:20

19:55

SW 715

Walvis Bay

Cape Town

Daily

15:45

17:55

SW 303

Windhoek

Luanda

Wed, Fri, Sun

09:30

11:10

SW 371

Windhoek

Lusaka

Mon, Wed

15:50

18:05

SW 371

Windhoek

Lusaka

Sat

14:30

16:45

SW 411

Windhoek

Harare

Sun

15:05

17:10

SW 411

Windhoek

Harare

Fri

15:50

17:55

SW 411

Windhoek

Harare

Tue

14:30

16:35

SW 405

Windhoek

Victoria Falls

Wed, Fri

17:15

18:50

SW 405

Windhoek

Victoria Falls

Mon

17:05

18:40

SW 405

Windhoek

Victoria Falls

Thu

14:30

16:05

SW 405

Windhoek

Victoria Falls

Sat, Sun

16:15

17:50

SW 703

Windhoek

Cape Town

Daily

07:25

09:25

SW 741

Windhoek

Gaborone

Daily

08:40

10:10

SW 741

Windhoek

Durban (via Gaborone)

Daily

08:40

11:55

SW 723

Windhoek

Johannesburg

Daily

07:45

09:30

SW 727

Windhoek

Johannesburg

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun 14:10

15:55

SW 727

Windhoek

Johannesburg

Sat

14:15

16:00

SW 729

Windhoek

Johannesburg

Daily

17:30

19:15

SW 715

Windhoek

Cape Town (via Walvis Bay)

Daily

14:30

17:55

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Domestic Flight No

From

Days

Departure Arrival

SW 101

Eros

Ondangwa

Daily

07:00

07:55

SW 105

Eros

Ondangwa

Mon, Thu

14:00

14:55

SW 107

Eros

Ondangwa

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun

17:30

18:25

SW 125

Eros

Rundu

Wed, Fri, Sun

14:00

15:00

SW 133

Eros

Katima Mulilo

Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun

09:50

11:15

SW 144

Luderitz

Windhoek

Tue, Thu, Sat

13:00

14:00

SW 134

Katima Mulilo

Eros

Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun

11:45

13:10

SW 126

Rundu

Eros

Wed, Fri, Sun

15:30

16:30

SW 143

Oranjemund

Luderitz

Tue, Thu, Sat

12:00

12:40

SW 143

Oranjemund

Windhoek (via Luderitz)

Tue, Thu, Sat

12:00

14:00

SW 102

Ondangwa

Eros

Daily

08:25

09:20

SW 106

Ondangwa

Eros

Mon, Thu

15:25

16:20

SW 108

Ondangwa

Eros

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun

18:55

19:50

SW 714

Walvis Bay

Windhoek

Daily

12:50

13:30

SW 143

Windhoek

Oranjemund

Tue, Thu, Sat

10:20

11:30

SW 143

Windhoek

Luderitz (via Oranjemund)

Tue, Thu, Sat

10:20

12:40

SW 715

Windhoek

Walvis Bay

Daily

14:30

15:10

Awarded the second best Regional Airline in Africa by Skytrax World Airline Awards and secured the Feather Award for best Regional Airline in 2017, operating into and from O.R.Tambo International airport since 2004 in service excellence.

Call Centre: +264 61 299 6111or contact your Travel Agentt

Book Online: www.airnamibia.com

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

THE TRAVEL UPDATE AUGUST 2019 VOL. 3, NO. 7

www.nwr.com.na

We are a proudly Namibian hospitality and service company. We manage resorts and camps within our National Parks across our beautiful country on behalf of the Namibian Government.

NAUKLUFT CAMP Starting from as little as N$550 Key activities: Hiking

BUILDING A SUSTAINABLE NWR State-owned enterprises (SOE) fulfi l signifi cant social and economic roles. This is why members of the public keenly follow their affairs, especially their financial performance. It, therefore, goes without saying that one of the appropriate indicators on whether a commercial SOE is performing or not, is its ability to generate a profi t for its shareholder which in this case is the Namibian Government. However, it must be mentioned that for profitability to occur, re-investing funds in the maintenance of facilities is essential to generate future sustainable profits. This is why, with the limited resources at its disposal, NWR has begun addressing the maintenance challenges that some of its resorts have been experiencing, with Okaukuejo its flagship resort receiving attention, as well as Dolomite, Onkoshi, Sossus Dune Lodge and Sesriem being in line to receive attention as well. In addition to this, NWR is in talks with the Ministry of Environment and Tourism to look at synergies that can be employed to address the conditions of the roads within the Etosha National Park as well as the Namib Naukluft Park (Sesriem). The company is positive that these interventions will improve the customer service experience.

has become a once a year offer has provided several domestic travellers with the opportunity to see different corners of this country for next to nothing. For instance, during March, places such as Sossus Dune Lodge cost as little as N$ 575 per person sharing while their luxury river cabins at Popa Falls go for as low as N$ 375 per person sharing and Dolomite resort located inside the Etosha National Park costs N$ 515 per person sharing. Furthermore, the call by the Government for Namibian SOEâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to support Namibian supplies has further shown how NWR had already started playing its part by procuring goods and services, from local suppliers that can provide the standards it requires for its guests. Through this, NWR has positively contributed socially and economically within the areas it operates at. Also, NWR has made donations over the years of linen, towels and cutlery that it no longer uses to schools and communities near their operations. This has been one of the ways the organisation has over the years assisted its shareholder, the Government of the Republic of Namibia. Similarly, NWR has also supported private entities through sponsoring accommodation vouchers aimed at furthering its brand awareness. Quite recently, NWR sponsored the Africa Cup Inline Hockey tournament that was recently held in Swakopmund. Through this tournament, NWR had an opportunity to promote its establishments further to a diverse audience.

HOLDING PAGE

With the current economic adversities that the domestic market is going through, NWR has taken a bold step in encouraging domestic travel through offering a standard Namibian discount of 25% to its nationals and 35% discount to pensioners and companies alike. These discounts have ensured that Namibians are given preferential pricing. Equally, the 75% discount which

DESERT KNIGHTS 10 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 16 SEPTEMBER 2019

Dr Matthias M. Ngwangwama - Acting Managing Director

R ONLY

R 17 500pp LL INCLUSIV

MOUNTAIN BIKING ADVENTURE

These efforts are all aimed at ensuring that NWR remains a true Namibian entity with aspirations to further create more opportunities for Namibians to be employed and contribute sustainably to the Namibian economy.

JOIN US FOR THE

Air Namibia

NAMLEISURE CARD | JUMBO DISCOUNTS N$150

N$250

N$400

N$700

Join NamLeisure today and get the best of what we have to offer. Get up to 50% off on accommodation, and up to 25% discount on activities and meals with your NamLeisure card. An exciting world of fun and adventure awaits you, apply today on our website, app or visit our nearest branch.

WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA

MICE (WINDHOEK, NAMIBIA)

SWAKOPMUND, NAMIBIA

CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA

+264 61 285 7200 +264 61 224 900 reservations@nwr.com.na

+264 61 285 7108/2857167/ 285 7169 / 285 7188 mice@nwr.com.na

+264 64 402 172 +264 64 402 796 sw.bookings@nwr.com.na

+27 21 422 3761 ct.bookings@nwr.com.na

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Our Fleet

Airbus A330-200 Business Class

Economy Class

Number of Aircraft

Length(m)

Height (m)

17,4

Maximum Passengers

244

Wing Span (m)

60.3

Maximum Fuel Capacity

138 000l

Airbus A319 -100

Cruising Speed

860 km/h 233 000 kg

HOLDING PAGE Business Class

Economy Class

Air Namibia

Number of Aircraft

Length(m)

33.84

Height (m)

11.76

Maximum Passengers

112

Wing Span (m)

34.09

Maximum Fuel Capacity

23 860l

Number of Aircraft

Length(m)

26.33

Height (m)

6.76

Maximum Passengers

Wing Span (m)

20.04

Maximum Fuel Capacity

4 198l

Cruising Speed

820 km/h 70 000 kg

Embraer ERJ135 All Economy Class

Cruising Speed

820 km/h 19 000 kg

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Sudoku EASY

source: www.sudokuoftheday.com

MEDIUM

HARD

ACROSS

DOWN

7. Merchant ship (6) 8. Bordeaux red wine (6) 10. Second christian name of Mozart (7) 11. A is one (5) 12. Longer bone of human forearm (4) 13. Sisters in Macbeth (5) 17. Husks of grain separated by threshing (5) 18. Grape juice during fermentation (4) 22. Person shunned by others (5) 23. Hypocycloid with four cusps (7) 24. Enticing offer - vegetable (6) 25. A small wave (6)

1. Layers of rock (7) 2. Pasta in thr form of wide strips (7) 3. Miner cutting coal from a seam (5) 4. William Wilberforce was instrumental in its abolition (7) 5. The Netflix drama set at Buckingham Palace (5) 6. Individual compartment for animal in stable (5) 9. Douglas is its capital (4,2,3) 14. First woman to win literature Pullitzer Prize (7) 15. The Sheik star Valentino (7) 16. Royal landscape garden with Octagon Tower (7) 19. Group of sheep (5) 20. The Prime of Miss Jean Brodie author (5) 21. Space inside the roof of building (5)

ÂŠ dowedo.net/Compiled by rooster

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

MYEISHA

MYEISHA is love

www.myeishanamibia.com info@myeishanamibia.com Tel: +264 (0)81 202 8916 Workshop Meet artisans at work 1 Groot Tiras Street Eros | Windhoek Monday – Friday: 07.30 – 16.30

WINDHOEK

Hilton Windhoek First Mezzanine Floor c/o Rev Michael Scott Street & Sam Nujoma Drive Monday – Friday: 07.30 – 10.30 Saturday: 09.00 – 11.00 Tel: +264 (0)81 202 8916

Trendhaus Swakopmund Otto Günther Courtyard 3 Tobias Hainyeko Street Monday – Friday: 09:00 – 18:00 Saturday: 09:00 – 14:00 Tel: +264 (0)64 402 621

myeishaNAMIBIA

myeisha_namibia 74

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

Work hard, bank easy Enterprise

Online

Growing your business takes energy, focus and determination. If only you could spend less time banking and more time flourishingâ&#x20AC;Ś Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s time to connect to Enterprise Online, your new business partner, and get instant access to your business accounts and full control of your finances.

Load up to 1,400 payments at a time

Allow multiple users with different roles

View all account activity with one login

Restrict account activity and viewing

No monthly management or subscription fees

To register, call Enterprise Direct on 081 9251.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO

A member of the

Journeying Together Every step towards a better world and a brighter future, because yours is a relationship worth banking on.

AUGUST 2019 | FLAMINGO