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Drug lab’s global links >> Two arrested Chinese nationals made frequent international trips

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Pictured left: Destroyed equipment that was used to manufacture drugs at a house in Kloof. Right: Drizit staff member removes chemicals that were used to manufacture drugs at a house in Kloof.

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Sci-fi novel set in Durban STEPH MCLENNAN

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WHEN writing and being imaginative comes as naturally as breathing, as they do to local author Julianne Alcott, miraculous and monstrous things are born.

From planets that rain rocks to aliens and cellphones which enable their users to move through space and time, The Ripmender has it all.

The book introduces us to Cathy Slater, an ordinary girl studying in Durban. The only thing that keeps her going is her crush on American rock star Nathan Jake.

A series of events, some carefully planned by Slater and others, which come as terrifying, cataclysmic surprises, leads to small-town-girl and rock star embarking on a whirlwind of adventures through the universe.

Read more about The Ripmender, and about Alcott at www.durbannorthfever.co.za

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Runners grab the gold >> Runners brave the icy morning for Waterfall Superspar Forest 10

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ATERFALL SuperSpar’s Shaun Quin congratulates Sithembele Fanekho who was the first male athlete over the finish line.

Tanith Maxwell was the first woman home at the Forest 10 Race which took place on Sunday.

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Tip off leads to arrest >> Community works hand in hand with police KALISHA NAICKER

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Drizit staff member Linda Mkhize cuts up equipment that was used to manufacture drugs at a house in Kloof.

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JEFF WICKS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1 TWO Chinese nationals arrested for the record R3 billion Kloof drug seizure last week made frequent trips to Asia as well as other African countries.

The information comes as detectives from across the country probe any links to the international drug cartel which had been operating out of one of Durban’s premier suburbs.

A break in the investigation came last week when a crack team of detectives identified the internationalsyndicate’skingpinandotherkey players.

The 10-ton haul of narcotics seized on Tuesday has now been identified by police forensic investigators as methaqualone, the base ingredient of Mandrax.

According to a well-placed police source, who could not be named as he is not authorised to speak to the press, the two men, understood to be chemists in the drug ring, made frequent international trips.

“What we know is that the two Chinese suspects made repeated trips to and from China and crossed the borders into other African states,” he said.

The source added that an examination of records held by border control agencies had been one of the first stops for detectives.

“One of the aims of the team was to find out how these guys had come into the country and also how they had managed to get all this sophisticated equipment and dangerous chemicals through our ports,” he added.

It is understood that law enforcement agencies across the globe were assisting South African investigators with their probe.

The source said that the suspects, who remain in custody ahead of their formal bail ap-

Man electrocuted on Inanda Road FEVER REPORTER

A man sustained severe burns after he came into contact with a high voltage cable along Inanda Road in Hillcrest on Thursday afternoon.

According to Netcare 911 spokesperson Chris Botha, the man came into contact with an exposed cable at aroadconstructionsite andwaselectrocuted.

“Netcare 911 paramedics stabilised the man at the scene before he was transported to a hospital in Durban for the specialised care that he required,” he said.

The matter is still under investigation.

plication next week, had made several entries into other African countries. He said that this served to give an impression of the potential scale of the drug operation and the size of the network. Using swathes of evidence gathered atthesceneandinformationfromthequestioningofthreegangunderlingswhowerearrested in the raid, detectives compiled extensive suspect profiles.

The principal player is understood to be a South African whose arrest is imminent. It is further understood that the other high-level syndicatebosshasskippedthecountryandhas sought refuge from law enforcement agencies in China.

The cartel’s epicentre, a hi-tech lab in the leafysuburbofKloof,Durban,isbeingcarefully dismantled by an army of forensic detectives and chemical disposal experts flown in from across the country.

The record value of the sting remains set at R3 billion and may rise when detectives weigh the entire sum of raw product at a well-protected laboratory. Police initially reported that the cache of drugs was heroin, but preliminary testing on several samples indicated that it is the primary constituent of Mandrax.

Policearealsosearchingfortheownerofthe house,JunaidRasool(24)whoboughtitinApril for R3,8 million. He is expected to be questioned in relation to the goings-on at the plush pad.

The expansive property, set in the thicket of gum trees, appears to have been carefully chosen by the international syndicate.

The drug ring had used water sourced from aboreholeandgeneratorstoprovideelectricity to avoid a spike in usage on the city’s grid that would have aroused suspicion.

The clean-up operation at the house is expected to continue for most of the week.

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HE South African Community Crime Watch (SACCW) acted on a tip-off and arrested a man in connection with numerous house break-ins in the Upper Highway Area on Friday.

Accordingto Steven King, theorganisation received information that the man was on his way to the Hillcrest taxi rank.

“A foot chase occurred, and we eventually apprehended the suspect,” he said.

“The man is linked to numerous house break-ins and thefts intheareaandwillappear in court soon.”

King said that SACCW would like to thank HeinrichSchwarzfromEventus Investigating and the Shongweni K9 Unit for their dedication in keeping the residentsoftheUpperHigh-

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Newly-employed residents of the first job creation project in Ward 10 are seen with front from left: Jarryd Chislett of Icon Construction and Ward 10 councillor Rick Crouch.

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OVER the past months capital projects in Ward 10 have created employment for more than 30 unemployed people.

These projects include road and water projects andtheWesternAqueductproject.Manyofthesejobs are permanent positions, with the aqueduct contracts lasting two to three years.

The way it works is that the ward councillor meets with a contractor and the municipal department

manager. Then the contractor tells the ward councillor how many labourers they need and the ward councillor then allocates labourers from his or her list. "I muststressthatonlythewardcouncilloroftheparticularwardcan allocatelabourerstoaproject. “Ialways invite people looking for general labour work to send me their names, cell numbers and ID number, and I include them on my list.

“It doesn’t matter whether they are white or black or which political party they support. The main criteria is that they live in Ward 10, have an ID book and a bank account," said Ward 10 councillor Rick Crouch.

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Kalisha.Naicker@media24.com THE Pietermaritzburg Regional Court sentenced Samkelo Mkhize (20) to a total of 23 years’ imprisonment for two counts of rape last Tuesday.

AccordingtoCaptainThulaniZwane,Mkhizewasconvicted after the magistrate heard how he repeatedly raped the victim.

“On Sunday, 30 October, 2011, Mkhize approached the victim, a boy, who was 17 at that time, who was playing with his friend at Fredville Panekeni Ward, Inchanga. He grabbed the accused and raped him,” said Zwane.

“The victim was threatened not to report the case as he had been raping him several times previously,” said the policeman.

Zwane said the victim reported the incident to his mother and a case of rape was opened at Inchanga police station and was taken over by Pinetown FCS Unit.

“Mkhizewasthenarrestedon11November,2011.Hemade several court appearance until he was convicted,” said Zwane.

“He was sentenced to 15 years for first count of rape and eight years for second count of rape. Both sentences will run concurrently,” he said.

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“I would also like to thank the community for their support. It is only with support from our community that we can beat the scourge of crime in the Upper Highway Area,” said King. “We appeal to members ofthecommunity who have any knowledge of illicit activity to come forward and work hand in hand with us at SACCW, all information will be treated with confidentiality.” he added.

HillcrestSAPScommunicationsofficerLieutenant France Mkhize confirmed the incident and said the suspect faces charges of breaking and entering and will appear in court soon.

He commended all those responsible for the arrest.

“Welldonetothediligenceoftheofficersand community in arresting the suspect.” If you have any information on crime in your area, contact 031 765 3333.

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>>kalisha.naicker@media24.com FOR Hillcrest grand father Arthur Reed, life is all about perfecting any trade he is in - from being an engineer and ballroom champ to magician and hypnotists - Reed has done it all.

Speaking about his remarkable life, Reed told the Hillcrest Fever, his life was far from easy and he had to work hard to achieve his goals.

“It was with determination, will power and the love of my dear wife thatIwasabletoachievemygoalsand be the best at whatever field I chosen to get into,” said Reed.

He was a mechanical engineer to the locomotive and car components design 1956-1983 and he built and ran a mobile disco called the Telstar from 1970 to 1985.

In 1964, Reed was one of the founders of the South African Association of Therapeutic Hypnotists and workedhiswayintotheSouthAfrican

From engineer to magician Arthur Reed has done it all >> Hillcrest ’magic man’ is the master of his own universe

AssociationfortheConferenceIndustry (1989) and became the main founding member of the art meander, The 1000 Hills Experience.

He was also a member of the Durban Chamber of Commerce and a firm believer in the Buddhist teach-

ings of life.

Reed is famous for building his own illusions. He was also a mentor to younger magicians and an advisor for school plays.

In addition to his career driven stardom, Reed is also a former Natal

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IN 2012, within a year of opening its doors, Hillcrest Private Hospital was proud to be the recipient of a bronze PMR award.

In2013itwasawardedthediamondaward.Thisyear it was voted the best Hospital-clinic in KwaZulu-Natal.

“This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all the management and staff in ensuring the high standard of care and caring we have committed to provide to our patients, their families and visitors, and winning this award again provides us with the opportunity to acknowledge this,” said hospital manager Annette Olls. “We are proud to be have been given this award measured against other larger, very well-established hospitals.”

PMR.Africa KwaZulu-Natal provincial survey is carried out in April, May and June, via phone interviews using semi-structured questionnaires with a random provincial sample of respondents comprising CEOs, MDs, business owners, company directors managers and senior government officials based in KwaZulu-Natal.

Companies and institutions were rated against those that have done the most to enhance the economic growth of the province in the past 12 months, levels of managerial expertise and implementation of corporate governance.

In addition they were rated on brand awareness and levels of innovation.

Amateur Ballroom and Jive Champion (1958- 1959).

Todaytheretiredmagician spends his spare time restoring and repairing violins.

He also makes miniature versions of these instruments for his home-

gallery.

Theseminiatureswonfirstprizeat the Royal show in 1998 and can be seen in homes around the world.

Reminiscing about his magic acts, Reed said, his wife and magic partner won the most entertaining Magic Act three times.

“Avril and I travelled extensively performing in all the major cities in Africa and South Africa,” “By visiting many countries around the world, Avril encouraged me to paint depictions of the people and places that we visited.”

Reed has created oil paintings of the many tribes in Africa and the Far East, he has also carved Greenman Masks, dragons, wood craft and sculptures.

Reed sadly lost Avril to cancer two years ago, and feels he needs to get back into magic in memory of her.

“I would like to start performing again for schools and small magic shows and hope the community can assist by hiring me,” he said.

TofindoutmoreaboutArthur’slife story visit his website on www.arthurreed.co.za.Tohirehimforafunctioncontact0725433794oremailarthur@arthurreed.co.za.

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If it seems too good to be true, it probably is STEPH MCLENNAN steph@expressmedia.co.za

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UMAN beings, it seems, are a gullible bunch. Given time, we begin to believe that using a certain brand of shampoo makes us “worth it”; that canned vegetables truly are “the best we can do”, and that, as people who can afford expensive running shoes, we should “just do it”.

Our tendency to fall for marketing strategies is all well and good until desperation gets the better of us.

This is when we start believing that the weight-loss soap at China Mall is the answer to our caloriecounting woes and that the latest

skincare product will remove the wrinkles that the last 20 creams have failed to fill.

Those in the dating game are well-versed in the fact that if something, or someone, seems too good to be true, they invariably are.

Theskeletonintheclosetmaybe an ongoing inability to stop thinking and behaving like a 21-year-old even as he approaches 40. It may be that what he really wants in a woman is a clone of his mother.

On the other side of the coin, she may only be interested in you because of the deafening gong of her biological clock or her desire to give up work, become a Desperate Housewife, and spend her days languishing by your pool, hopefully not frolicking with the gardener.

Thanks to the Satinsky saga,

many South Africans have just got up close and personal with the fact thatsomethingthatseemstoogood to be true, invariably is. The glorified pyramid scheme-like structure set up in Hong Kong and exported to South Africans struggling to stay afloat has crumbled, leaving thousands of our folk up the metaphorical creek with no paddle.

A new Nissan Micra or Renault Sandero costs at least R2500 per month. If someone tells you that it costs R599, you can now be sure that it was too good to be true. What tickles me pink is that the driveanewcar.co.za website is still up and running, even in the light of recent epiphanies.

The other sad fact is that there are many unscrupulous individuals who will take advantage of the

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vulnerable, preying on the fact that many people forget that things which appear to be good should not be trusted. Statements such as “Your computer has a virus, but don’t worry – we can fix it. Just give us your credit card details,” has caused many a pensioner to inadvertently donate her life savings to an indifferent conman.

“You’vejustwoneleventybillion dollars in a lottery that you never entered,” is another common one.

Lastly, the media has reported many a time of a man who knocks on the door and smiles sweetly beforeofferingtocheckyourelectricity meter. Once in your home, of course, he robs you blind.

Many respondents to this column accuse me of being overly cynical. Before you lambast me for being untrusting and an over-zealous sceptic, talk to someone who has bought a car with the “help” of Satinsky, or tried to lose weight with pills containing herbs and minerals from the Amazon rainforest.

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Remember to inform the police should the missing person be found.

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In Riga the choir will be competing in the following categories — young male choir (14-24 years), scenic pop (open ages) and scenic folklore (open ages).

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HE KearsneyCollegeChoirgavetwo performances of Born from the Same Drum last week, which provided a showcase of the programme they will be presenting in defence of their World Champion title at the 2014 World Choir Games in Latvia this month.

The 64-strong choir, under the baton of the school’s director of music, Bernard Krüger, is a proven world beater, having

won 10 gold and six silver medals at the World Choir Games between 2000 and 2012.

The choir was awarded the “Prize of the City of Vienna” at the 33rd InternationalYouthandMusicFestivalinVienna, as well as first prize in choral competitions in Hong Kong, Germany and Austria.

At the seventh World Choir Games in Cincinnati, USA, in 2012, the choir was crowned world champions in “scenic folklore” for the third time.

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THE Grade 7 St Mary's DSG girls held a number of fundraising initiatives in the second term and raised R10 000 for the Robin Hood Foundation's 'Buy-A-Brick' campaign.

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The Kearsney College Choir perform during ‘Born from the Same Drum’ at the college last week.

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“The crèche caterers for babies as well as children up to the age of five.

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“We would like to use the funds fromStMary'sfora junglegymaswell as other playground equipment for the creche.”

The Robin Hood Foundation thanks the Grade 7 pupils for their hard work and to helping those who cannot help themselves.

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>> Kearsney College Choir sing the right notes ahead of the World Choir Games in Latvia this month

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What’s on Daily THE Hillcrest South African Senior Fitness Association hosts classes every Monday, Thursday and Friday morning.

Welcome to Rietvallei RIETVALLEiWineEstateisafamily-ownedwineestateandoneoftheoldest wine farms in Robertson. It is situated in the Klaas Voogds ward, eight kilometres east of Robertson in the Western Cape.

The farm was bought in 1864 by Alewyn Burger for his son Jacobus Francois.

Today the fifth and sixth generations of the Burger family — Johnny and his son Kobus — run the estate. Johnny takes care of the farming side and is in charge of the viticulture while Kobus makes the wine and oversees the marketing of the wines and general management of the business.

For more information contact Iris on 031 702 5569 or 072 931 1210 or Pat on 031 765 1876 or 082 965 0074.

Weekly Zumba fitness with Sam Squire at Kloof Civic Hall on Tuesdays at 5.30pm and Thursday 4.30pm on the corner of Village and Old Main Road.

Classes at Kloof Scout Hall will be held at Wednesday at 6.30pm and Friday at 4.30pm at 14 Buckingham Road.

Cost is R20 per class.

Weekly Live music at Meercats, 12 Forest Hills Road, Waterfall every Friday from 7.30pm and Lance Goldman plays every Sunday from 12.30pm. Sunday roasts and a la carte menu available. Contact Jill Schoeman on 031 776 3872 or 079 878 8051.

Weekly The Hillcrest Floral Art Club will meet on the second Wednesday of every month at the Holy Trinity Anglican Church from 9am. Visitors are welcome.

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The nose reveals vibrant fruit with expressive passion fruit and grapefruit, freshly cut grass and a touch of capsicum.

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HE Robin Hood Foundation hosted a ‘HOPE’ breakfast at the Pot and Kettle in Botha’s Hill for 35 children between the ages of four and 16 years old from the Shongweni and Ntshongweni communities on Monday.

These children were identified by the Christian Social Services. The aim of the projectwastoinspirehopeinchildrenwho have suffered loss in their young lives.

Theevent-whichincluded ahotmeal, cupcakes, popcorn, face-painting, a jumping castle, bubbles and goodie boxes - allowed them to escape from reality foramorningandallowedthemtobe children by playing and laughing.

Each child went home with a bag filled with food, toiletries, treats and a brand new school uniform.

According to Kim Griffith Jones, co-ordinator of the Robin Hood Foundation, the new school uniform is the highlight of the experience as it enables them to attend school with pride.

“I am always blown away by the appreciation and delight in receiving their new uniform. It means so much to each child,” said Jones.

The foundation thanked Quirky Queens, the ICC staff, Pot and Kettle, the Union of Jewish Women and a number of individuals for making it a memorable event and for giving much needed hope.

For more details, contact Kim Griffith Jones on 076 612 9060.

A complex nose with appealing roasted citrus aromas and vibrant lime and toasty oak flavours, also revealing nuances of butterscotch with touches of pineapple and white pear.

The palate is full and well balanced with rich citrus fruit and a silky thread of coconut milk, subtle oak and a firm acid.

Added toastiness emerges on the end-palate and a long-lasting aftertaste makes for a satisfying finish.

Eldah Mbatha and Primrose Dlamini from Christian Social Services.

Marius and Tracy Clokie from Quirky Queens.

Jarred Rochat and Matthew Kriegisch.

Sven Muchna, James Rudd and Hannah Smith.

Ukhule ntombazane!

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ISITHOMBE: GUY VEZI

BEKUKSINDWE ngobethole kufinywa ngedololwane emndenini wakwaGwacela kwaSanti ngoMgqibelo kwemuliswa indodakazi yakhona uMbali ophethe umkhonto. Umkhonto ubaluleke kakhulu uma kwemuliswa intombazane. Kuqalwe ngomemulo ekuseni, kuvunuliwe kugcinwa isiko lomdabu kwase kugcinwa ngelasentshonalanga, i ‘21st birthday’ lapho intsha ibisizitshukutsha khona.

Isithombe: Guy Vezi

Ubani isikhohlakali kuyo yonke le nyakanyaka?

AYACASULA lamadoda akhula eyizishimane, aqale ukuba ngamasoka esemadala bese ebona izingane zabantu ziyizinto zokudlala.

Lamasokaavameukubonakalakakhuluumakunemicimbiefananalomjahoomkhulu wamahhashi waminyaka yonke oba seGreyville eThekwini, obungoMgqibelo.

Okucasula kakhulu umfo kaNdosi, uMgiks, ukuthi uma esesenkingeni la masoka avumbuka ilanga seliyozilahla kunina, amanye antantatheka eze kuyena esecela awatakule obishini.

Cishe bekusaphele ihora elilodwa ngifikile ekhaya ngeSonto ntambama engixoxela ngenye injitimane (gentleman) eyakhula iyilesishimane esixaka ukwenza.

Uthi isisu simane sagcwala umoya kule njitimane ehlonishwayo eSontweni ekhonza kulona ngendlela enikela ngayo, neyaziwa ngokuhlanzeka nokungayifuni into ebheke eceleni njengokuxegelwa yisimilo, ngesikhathi ihlangana nembibizane ngoLwesihlanu ebusuku.

Le njitimane, ibisihlele konke nengane yesikole ukuthi ukuthi bazojabula ndawonye ebusuku ngoLwesihlanu kweminye yale micimbi ebithe chithi saka eThekwini, eyandulela usuku olukhulu, iDurban July Handicap.

Ukuthi kuhlanganwe nini,kuphi, kanjani, akusasho lutho manje ngoba sekonakele konakele. Uma eyixoxa le ndaba uMgiks ubuye anxaphe yedwa azwakale esethi: “Nx ag! Nazo lezi zingane zonakele ngokwazo man!

Kubonakala ngendlela eziziphopho-

thangayoukuthizibolile.Ngekeungitshele ukuthi imali yokuthenga zonke lezi ziqholo ezizisebenzisayo ziyinikwa ngabazali.”

Le njitimane ibihlele ukuthi izohlangana nale ngane yomuntu kwelinye lama hhotela aphambili eMhlanga. Iqashe netekisi ebizolanda ingane. Wonke amalungiselelo abesemi ngomumo, nengane isitsheliwe ukuthi izofika yenze njani ehhotela.

Akwaziwa-ke noma ingane ibinovadlwana yini ngoba kuzwakala sengathi ibuzile ukuthi ingafika yini nomngane wayo, kwathiwa ‘no problem’ kodwa kube ngumngani ongesisona ‘isitini’.

Nayo-ke injitimane le, ibe isihlela nobhululu wayo ukuthi bahlangane ba ‘gruve’ ndawonye.

Ngeke siyidalule le njitimane ngoba ngabe sifaka uMgiks enkingeni, angabe esasipotshozela izindaba okuyizona esiphila ngazo.Okunyeokusemqokaukuthilengosi akuyona eyokuxabanisa, kodwa eyokuphawula ngezinto ezithinta umphakathi.

Nangempela izilethe izingane itekisi

ebusuku.Phoizinganezisukezisabonakala yini ukuthi ziyizingane ngoba kusuke sekuyizintombi zangempela. Mhlambe nabazali bazo basuke bengeke besazibona kalula.

Akudingekanga nokuthi zize zingqonqoze kaningi sezifikile ekamelweni ebeziyalelwe lona. Kusukume yona injitimane le, yavula isicabha yase icasha emuva kwaso, idlala. Lona omunye ubhululu wayo ubehleli kusofa osegunjini elibheke ulwandle, ezishayela iwayini. Namalambu kagesi la endlini, akhanyiswe kancane ngalendlela yokuthi kudingeka usondele eduze kakhulu kumuntu ukuze umbone kahle ukuthi ubani.

Ithe ifika nje injitimane emva kwemizuzwana engemingaki zingenile ‘izingane’ ziqeda ukuhlala phansi,yayishona kweyayo ‘ingane’ iyiqabula ezinde-

beni ngalokhu okuthiwa yi-baby kiss.

Emva kwalokho injitimane ikhanyise ugesi kakhudlwana ukuze kwazane wonke umuntu osendlini.

Kuphele ubusoka, isisu sagcwala umoya ibona ukuthi lena enye intombazane, yindodakazi yayo yangaphandle.

Nanxa ayithola engakashadi bayazwana ngoba iyaziwa nasekhaya futhi ihlale ivakasha futhi iyazwana nomkakhe.

“Manje bengingekho mina enza yonke lemikhuba unkabi lo,” kusho umfo kaNdosi, “kodwa sekuyimina okufanele ngiqhamukela nesu lokumtakula kule nyakanyaka asengene kuyona. Kwasalowo mcimbi obuhleliwe awubange usaqhubeka, kuph-

GUY VEZI

guy.vezi@media24.com

ele konke ukuhlakanipha.

“Okungicasula tu ukuthi onkabi laba uma bekhefuza emihlanganweni nasemaSontweni, bazenza ongcwelengcwele, bethi bona abalandelwa yizimpukane eziluhlaza, kanti banemikhuba exaka ukwenza, yizikhohlakali zokuqala nokugcina,” esho enikina ikhanda umfo kaNdosi.

Kazi wenamfundiwawuzokwenzenjani uma uzithola esimweni esifana nesale njitimane.

Uma kunje, ngubani isikhohlakali ngempela kule nyakanyaka? Injintimane nobhululu wayo, noma nazo ‘izingane’ kuyefana nje. Kufanele kwenziwe njanima kunje?.

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As part of a strategic diversification we are setting up alternative distribution channels in the wider retail sector and domestic direct market.

We are looking for people who are entrepreneurs at heart looking for a business opportunity where the earning potential is unlimited but completely dependent on their ability and effort. Our remuneration structure is liberal as we want our agents to earn well and stay with us.

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Please note, this is a business opportunity, not an offer of employment.

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An urban experience

Qashqai is a vehicle that can do it all – it has the space, power, comfort, versatility and practicality to suit the busy and adventurous lifestyles of SouthAfricanbuyers,”addedNancy Reddy, product manager for passenger and crossover vehicles at Nissan South Africa.

The new Qashqai arrives with a five-model range supported by three engine variants and two trim lines. Rather than being simply a reworked original with a renewed lease on life, the new Qashqai is longer,wider,lower,lighterandredesigned from the ground up. It also boasts state-of-the-art technology, increased efficiency, and a sassynewcharacter.Thenewinterior,whichisbolsteredbythethree core elements of comfort, connectivity and control, is where the biggest leap in quality

Ford Figo concept unveiled FORD Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) will give a glimpse of its vision for a new Ford Figo concept later this month.

Highlighting premium design along with smart and safety features, the concept vehicle provides an indication of the design language to be used in a future version of the popular Figo. It is confirmed that a production version of the Figo Concept is planned for the South African market, but details and specificationshaveyettobeconfirmed.

At less than four metres long, the concept displays a purposeful presence and a no-compromise aesthetic that continues Ford’s design leadership in the global compact car market.

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and feel has been achieved.

The ergonomic layout ensures ease of use, with key touch points and surfaces designed to enhance the sensory experience and provide long-term durability.

The availability of space remains a key factor in the Qashqai, and ample seating is available for five occupants. The 430-litre boot whichisfrontedbyatailgatewhich now opens 150 mm higher than before, is 20 litres bigger than that of its first generation counterpart.

The new Qashqai achieved five stars in the increasingly stringent Euro NCAP crash tests, and all models carry the highest complementofsafetyequipmentasstandard, including four-disc ABS with

The new Ka Concept — a sleek, compact hatchback that features bold design, quality engineering and innovative technologies – envisions a new choice for entry-level urban consumers in Brazil and other key markets around the world. It was revealed in Camaçari, Brazil on November 13, 2013.

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“We don’t want consumers to have tocompromisewhenitcomestochoosing modern design, value, safety, and technology in their cars,” says Mark Kaufman, vice president for marketing, sales and service of Ford Sub-Saharan Africa.

“Figo’s concept offers all of the

above in a package that would surprise many.”

The Figo concept explores the possibility of offering fresh design and a roomy interior, as well as the latest safety features and technologies. With the goal of bringing unexpected levels of refinement to the compact car segment,

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EBD (Electronic Brake-force Distribution) and BAS (Brake Assist System), six airbags, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), hill start assistance, an electric parking brake, three-point seat belts for all five seats and ISOFIX child seat anchor points.

The Nissan Around View Monitor is available as an option on all derivatives except the Qashqai 1.2T Visia. This monitor incorporates four exterior cameras – mounted on the nose, tailgate and under each door mirror – to create a “helicopter view” of the vehicle.

All new Qashqai models carry Nissan’s six year/150 000km warranty and a five year/90 000 km service plan.

designers have added elements common only to more expensive vehicles.

Smart design features like electrically adjustable power-fold mirrors help to reduce the stress of driving through a busy and congested environment. The mirrors also have a flexible architecture that prevents them from being broken off if bumped.

Moving inside, the spacious cabin is filled with handy stowage spaces. With an innovative device dock, the Figo Concept introduces a new way to store, mount and charge devices such as mobile phones, MP3 players and satellite navigation systems.

“The Ford Figo Concept is the embodimentofhowwearebuildingonthe One Ford plan to go further for all of our customers globally. The design builds on Ford’s brand pillars (quality, green, safe, and smart) to meet all the functional requirements customers expect while providing a package that is sure tosurpriseanddelightcustomers,”concluded Moray Callum, Ford Motor Company’s vice president of design.

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The Kymco Super 8 125cc is probably the most polished feeling scooter that Kymco make. It offers the sportiness of the Agility with the comfort of the Like models.

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Incredibly well priced, the Kymco Super 8 has a very nice ride and has excellent handling.

The riding position is comfortable and welljudged. You’re not bouncing around on a seat built for comfort, nor are you perched in an unnecessarily hard and sporty position. It’s very much a compromise between the Like and Agility models, making it fun to wiggle around as well as ride in a straight line. It’s easy to U-turn because the power is strong enough to hold you up below eight kilometres.

The quality and reliability is the best that Kymco offer. The dash looks stylish and feels very clear and obvious. It’s also pleasantly coloured and designed.

The finish on the bike makes it look like a more expensive machine than it is. The Super 8 comes with a two-year warranty. R16500 isn’t much for a solid scooter and the two-year warranty adds peace of mind. As with most 125cc machines it doesn’t take much fuel to keep it going.

Very affordable and with the extra finance options that Rhino Motorcycles offer, this makes the model even more affordable.

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>> Nissan Qashqai soon in SA

THE reinvented second-generation Nissan Qashqai will be available later this month on South African roads.

It is set to continue the success of the vastly popular first generation model, which is well-known for its compact hatchback proportions coupled with the adventurous driving stance of an SUV. “The ultimate driving experience – this is how we describe the new Nissan Qashqai,” commented Konstantin von Vieregge, general manager of marketing and planning at Nissan South Africa.

“The new model represents a new lifestyle choice for people who value their driving as part of their everyday experience, and aim to make their time behind the wheel more than just a chore.”

“New and revamped from the ground up, the new Nissan

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Hockey finals heating up

>> Girls’ High would love a chance to raise the trophy

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Gearing up for the clash of the KZN first team hockey champions are (from left) Kelsey Scott from Durban Girls’ College, Pamela Daniel from Westville Girls’ High, Nthabi Maine from Danville Park Girls’ High and Raeesah Sahib from Durban Girls’ High.

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EN first girls’ hockey teams from around the province are hard at work training for the Spar KZN Regional Hockey Tournament finals at Thomas More College and St Mary’s DSG on 26 and 27 July.

Defending champions, Durban Girls’ College are keen to retain the title. The victors of the Durban Central region won medals for twoconsecutiveyears—silverinthe2012tournament and gold last year.

The explosive team from Pietermaritzburg, who seem to be the bridesmaids but never the brides, Girls’ High are eager to change this fact and would love a chance to raise the trophy.

The champs of the Pietermaritzburg central region won silver in the inaugural tournament in 2011andagainlastyear.The2012tournament saw them get bronze.

Tournament director Les Galloway commented: “We are in for a cracker of a tournament this year. Four of the teams participating are in the top 50 schools according to the SA School Sports hockey rankings, so the quality is going to be top-notch.”

Another vital ingredient making this tournament such a success is acknowledging the umpires. Ten umpires from around KZN were selected as the most promising umpire at each regional. They have been invited to further

Local cricketer named South African U19 captain

Sibonelo Makhanya.

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their umpiring skills and be graded at the finals. Sarah Wheeler from Greytown High, representing the Umvoti, uThukela and Umzinyathi region, will be making her fourth appearance at the finals.

Other “whistle-blowers” are Tanya Pepler from St Dominic’s Academy (Northern Natal), Donovan Rothman from Southcity Christian College (Sisonke and Ugu), Brett Clay from Crawford College North Coast (Durban North), Enza Magubane from Amanzimtoti High (Durban South), Kylie Ooshuizen from Durban Girls’ College (Durban Central), Vaughn Lees from Thomas More College (Highway), Tarryn Woodroffe from Pietermartizburg Girls’ High (Pietermaritzburg), Nikki Kelbrick from St John’s (Pietermaritzburg) and Wesley Yngdals from Grantleigh College (Zululand).

“I am very enthusiastic with how this tournament has grown, and in such a short space of time. It has developed into a tour de force on the school calendar. I look forward to watching the games on the pitch.

I wish them luck, and the most important thing to remember is that at the end of the day, hockey is the winner,” said Spar KZN MD, Rob Philipson.

For more information or to follow the tournament, “like” the Facebook page Spar KZN Regional Hockey Tournament or follow on Twitter @SPARGirlsHockey.

FEVER REPORTER SIBONELO Makhanya has been named captain of the South African U19 cricket team to tour England from 23 July to 22 August 2014.

Makhanya is a product of Durban High and has represented KZN in all the junior age groups over the past five years. He was part of the first SA U19 team to win the ICC U19 World Cup in 2014.

Makhanya follows in the footsteps of four SA U19 captains to come from KZN since unity — Rivash Gobind, Hashim Amla, Imraan Khan and Chad Bowes.

Makhanya also becomes the first black person to captain a SA U19 team.

Andile Phehlukwayo and Lwandiswa Zuma from KZN have also made the SA U19 squad.

The KwaZulu-Natal Cricket Union Council and staff congratulate all three players and wish them well on their tour.

CONTACT US>> E-mail all local news to Kalisha Naicker at kalisha@ witness.co.za or contact her at 072 111 9635

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