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The New African Woman toya delazy,boity & lalla on fame, fortune & fulfilment Beating Breast Cancer A man’s perspective A proficient kind of self defense
The business of women in fashion
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Cape Indulgence Treat that sweet tooth to a trip to Marcelino’s
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Entertainment Up close and personal with comedian Tumi Morake
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Rehana Rutti talks transformational coaching
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Life Skills Learn to defend yourself from the non-physical
Wellness Breast Cancer – it can happen to anyone
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Editor-in-chief Sisanda Ntshinga Managing Editor Lindile Ndwayana Art Direction Yivani Nkukwana & Nkabanhle Mawala Junior Designer Ntsika Daki Fashion Editor Monde Mtsi Fashion Assistant Nasiphi Mdlulwa Junior Features Writer Gordon Rengqe Editorial Assistant Lesley Mphanga Photographer Lynn Dreyer Intern Photographer Zizo Lunika Contributors: Thoko Mahlangu, Iman Chilwan Kudzai Mazvarirwofa, Amanda Mtuli Khanya Ndlela, Mui Zwane Athenkosi Peter, Lutho Jolobe, Lerato Kuzwayo, Ross Adami
How the Imbo team spent its 67 minutes Chairman: Gugu John Madlala IT Director: Nkabanhle Mawala Publications Manager: Sisanda Ntshinga Creative Director: Yivani Nkukwana Resource Manager: Nani Matthews HEAD OFFICE Bambisana Media Consortium Media Quarter, Cnr Somerset & De Smidt St De Waterkant, Cape Town, 8005 Tel: (021) 418 3485 / Cell: (082) 593 3973 Email: editorial@enjabuleni.com
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eing a woman is certainly not easy. Especially in the 21st century where you are expected to be on top of your A-game in everything you do, because after all - you are woman. It’s simply expected for you to be able to juggle being a professional, a mother, a sister, a wife, and all the other roles that come with just being. And although woman is only celebrated for one month, whenever August arrives, it’s wonderful to learn of all the amazing women out there who manage to help others realise that it really is possible to be a superwoman of sorts. This month we celebrate those women. ‘The new African woman’: who not only dares to dream, but also lives the dream and pushes all boundaries within that dream. Our main feature (pg. 43) is dedicated to three phenomenal women who have redefined what the African woman is, and continue to evolve the definition.
We also speak to some inspirational women in the business of fashion (pg. 34) who give us a three dimensional view of how they have managed to shape their lives stylishly. The August Pop Culture feature (pg. 14) goes on to teach you about the art of fine art where our leading ladies are dominating the sphere. It’s a known fact that woman have a naturally superior command of their sixth sense and are more in tune with their instincts, so in our Life Skills feature (pg. 62) we delve into the world of self defence where the fists don’t fly.
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It’s been a month of giving, so be sure not to miss our new feel good feature (pg. 65), where we share what we as the Imbo team dedicated our 67 minutes to on Mandela Day. We are still running our letter of the month competition and anyone who sends us some inspirational words during the month of August stands a chance to win fabulous prizes from Imbo. So get on with it. Send us your thoughts. In the spirit of woman, stay strong. And have a Happy Womans Month. Blessings,
Sisanda Send your letters and WIN fabulous prizes with IMBO editorial@enjabuleni.com
The Imbo team gets their hands dirty as they give 67 minutes to creating a greener Blikkiesdorp
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have your say Some of our interesting, humorous and straight to the point contributors give their words of inspiration, wisdom and support to you, the reader… iman chilwan You can make your dreams come true- don’t give up, it is almost never easy, but remember- the blessing is in the struggle, so if you believe in yourself and your dream, nothing is impossible.
nasiphi mdlulwa Imbo is an expression of the interaction between South Africa’s young. It presents an opportunity for young people to tap into the country’s intellectual, spiritual and cultural resources. IMBO magazine embodies the young men and women who carry the torch for South Africa in the future.
thokozile mahlangu Thoko shares these words of wisdom by Dr Mamphele Ramphele “Don’t look around for great leadership; you’re the leader you’ve been waiting for. The lord created you with enormous potential for greatness”.
khanya ndlela Being part of IMBO magazine at this most crucial time of all human existence is the best part of my life, and I wish all the readers the greatest fortune.
amanda mtuli I firmly believe that life is what you make of it. If you are passionate about something, make it happen because nothing beats acquiring your dream. Live, love and laugh for God did good when he made you. RESPECT!
kudzai mazvarirwofa Do not leave it up to the next person. If there is someone in need, help; if there is untidiness, help to restore order. The world would be a much greater place if people did not act so cavalier about important matters, or use the ‘someone should do something’ line.
mui zwane Mui share’s a quote by an unknown author “Not all closed doors are locked.” Everything in this world has a solution and for one to triumph you need to exhaust all resources at your disposal, and ultimately something will give.
gordon rengqe The world and the life we live in, is strange. However, things manage to balance themselves out. And you just have to be constantly humble with everything you get.
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the beginning We may all know her as a loud, funny and bubbly person but she is actually very shy and used to be terrified of people. “Growing up, I was a very good child, you could leave me alone and do your thing and find me there when you’re done” says Tumi. Unlike most people she always knew that she wanted to perform. So she enrolled to drama school, but when she discovered comedy she fell in love. She played Millicent on SABC1’s hit sitcom’ Izozo Connection’ and Persistence on SABC 2’s ‘Askies’.
laughing out loud Tumi Morake wants to be remembered as a woman who made a success of herself and pushed the envelope for comedians of the female species. Having to overcome being judged for being a woman more than a
Tickle your funny bone with Tumi Morake Thokozile Mahlangu
She is bold, successful and smart. Meet comedian Tumi Morake - A woman who is cracking a male dominated industry with her hilarious content.
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his Thab’ Nchu born comedian started gracing our TV screens in 2004 at the age of 23. Now, 30 , this wife, mother and performer is far from slowing down. In a male dominated industry, she is living testimony that anyone can venture into any career path as long as you have the right amount of passion. Tumi’s staying power has turned her into one of the top achievers in comedy, and with her ‘to die for’ love for her craft it shows that we still have lots of laughter to share.
comedian, she made it past that by working hard, thus making her the untouchable person she is today. Tumi also attributes her success to her family, ‘the people who break barriers’ as she calls them.
taking over comedy Having shared the stage with comics such as David Kau and Marc Lottering and then being a headliner on a big ensemble show for the first time, she says although comedy means the world to her, “we are far from our peak; we are still so diverse as people that it’s not easy to find one comedian who will be relevant for all comedians. We still need to develop our audiences.” To those aspiring to towards a career in comedy, “you are completely capable of achieving your goals if you do your best to be you and deliver your material the best way you can”, Tumi advises. She has now added the roles of Producer and Creative Director to her resume. She says she would love to produce an amazing show that helps to alter the minds of South Africans. And with that said, she does however wish she could change the time, and have more of it.
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The Finer side of the arts Lindile Ndwayana & Gordon Rengqe
Two young internationally acclaimed African artists, Nandipha Mntambo and Mary Sibande, are putting us on the map through their visually inspiring works of art. You may not know them now, but you’ll certainly want to learn more about them and their work after reading this.
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In 2009, Mail & Guardian named her one of the ‘Top 300 young people to take to lunch.’ Her work includes a 2007 solo exhibition called ‘Ingabisa’ which exhibited at Michael Stevenson Gallery in Cape Town. She also created ‘Black Womanhood: Images, Icons, and Ideologies of the African Body’ which was shown at the Hood Museum of Art in the United States a year later. The Swazi born artist attributes her work to being greatly informed and influenced by the actual process of making her works of art. When viewing her work, you are left wondering, ‘What the heck inspired her?’ Apart from using her talents to express her preconceptions through the female body, she also uses cows and bulls as her inspiration. Her bovine obsession is seen through the utilizing of stiffened cow hides, horns, and in some cases what looks like real cow ears make the cut as well. All of this in the name of art.
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power of a black woman who has been for so long the poster child for servitude, but no more. Mary Sibande is a perfect example of a young black woman honoring the power that exists within the matriarchs before her. To her, her black mother, grandmother and great grandmother were more than just the stereotypical type of black women in South Africa. In fact they were pillars of strength who worked very hard in the baas’ kitchen to feed their children. In her work, you see Sophie the mannequin making strides of her own, like reigning on a black horse, trying to make her way out of a sticky spider web and facing an army of soldiers all on her own. If you know anything about a black woman, you will know that an army of soldiers has got nothing on her.
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I salute Nandipha Mntambo and Mary Sibande for not only tackling the sensitive hallmarks of our society, but also bringing a fun and thought provoking element to fine arts. In their works, we should come off understanding that addressing issues of feminism, human rights and equality is not a pass time for only politicians and academics alike, but something we should be engaging each other about all the time.
INTERESTING FACTS: * Historically fine arts were limited to painting, sculpture, architecture and engraving. Today fine arts commonly include visual and performing art forms, such as painting, sculpture, installation, Calligraphy, music, dance, theatre, architecture, photography and printmaking. * Once the cowhide has effectively been moulded into her body shape as well as of her mothers, Nandipha would then replace body-cast with resin which would allow the hide to form an empty floating bodily receptacle that subtly imitates the shape of the none existing figure. * ‘Long Live the Dead Queen’ premiered during the 2010 World Cup with 19 giant wraps plastered on buildings in the inner city of Johannesburg. One of her works in the series titled ‘Ntombikayise’ sees Sophie wearing a purple bolero and sporting what seems like soccer moves.
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fashion editor`s pick Zando an online shopping haven Monde Mtsi For my inaugural Fashion Ed’s Pick, I thought it worthwhile to share with you my newest discovery – online shopping. Although online shopping has been around for a while it’s only started trending in South Africa recently. Even better than it trending is when you discover a site like – ZANDO – one that is filled with precious brands that are awesome, affordable and come with free delivery. With access to over 400 local and international brands at the click of a mouse, Zando allows consumers to shop up a storm in the comfort of their favourite seat – whether in the office or at home. A special plus for me, someone who doesn’t own a credit card, is that you can pay using your debit card, cash on delivery, Pay Pal, eBucks or EFT, as alternative payment options. Check out Zando via www.zando.co.za / Facebook
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Hot List Monde Mtsi
This month, we have a selection of items that are fun and mean business all at the same time. Don’t be caught without any of these items if you know what’s good for you.
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Fashion Out & About
Armley Nzewanga – UP, Bcom Law - @arm _ candy
It’s women’s month and the girls are out and about in full force. Winter weekends are about keeping warm in a cool way and Ashadi Kekana – WITS, guess what? You can rock your shorts Corporate Governance -@Mush _ Zee with the right stockings of course. Our photographer for the month, Ross Adami, took to Neighbour Goods Market to see what them girls are Robyn Dippenaar – Fedisa, Fashion Design sporting.
(10) Roslee Guess – UCT, Mechanical Engineering
Ashleigh Nostadt – UCT
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Maria: Aztec lounge dress: Country Road Sailor pumps with lace-up details: ALDO Shoes Sipho: Cream double breasted cardigan: Markham Black polo neck – Markham, Blue rise denim – Model’s own Black and Tan leather high-tops – ALDO Shoes Ray-ban sunglasses – Sunglass Hut
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Maria: Peach and Ivory dress – Traffic Ivory and Peach heels – ALDO Shoes Sipho: Rust cardigan: Markham, Black polo neck:Markham Tan chinos:Markham, Leather brogue boots: ALDO Shoes
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Maria: Bambi jersey: Traffic, Aztec rusty shirt blouse – Traffic Rusty skinnies – Traffic, Tan leather riding boots – ALDO Shoes Vogue Sunglasses – Sunglass Hut Sipho: Red pepper checked shirt, Traffic, Olive green chinos: Markham Leather brogue boots – ALDO Shoes Folding Ray-Ban Aviator sunglasses – Sunglass Hut 28 IMBO/ ISSUE 7/ 2012
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Maria: Black trench coat: Model’s own, Ivory sailor-styled jersey: Trenery Dark wash denims: Model’s own Sailor pumps with lace-up details – ALDO Shoes Sipho: Beige trench coat: Stylist’s own Pipe navy stripe crew neck: Country Road, Blue rise denims: Model’s own Black and tan leather high-tops – ALDO Shoes 30 IMBO/ ISSUE 7/ 2012
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Women in Fashion Monde Mtsi
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The fashion industry is abuzz with careers and visions. One only needs to find the right style for their ambition and could become anything from a top stylist, editor, fashion photographer, and even a director of fashion weeks. This month we look at three women who are shaping their careers in fashion in a stylish manner.
Fashion has been around for many years. And in South Africa, although fashion has been noted, it’s probably only started making an impact and having much more visibility over the last decade or so. With platforms such as South Africa Fashion Week and African Fashion International, it’s hard not to notice the kind of impact fashion has on us. However, fashion is not all about fashion weeks. It encompasses retail, magazine publishing, makeup, designing, clothing man-
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ufacture, styling, fabric manufacture – the works. Fashion is an industry with many positions and sectors as any other, and each role is as important as the paediatrician in the medical field is as important as the general practitioner. When you sift through the research findings on fashion in South Africa, you find names popping up here and there and get definitions for this and for that. It’s extremely gratifying to note that a majority of key figures that could be focussed on for this feature
are women, as this is the month of the modern SA woman. The areas of fashion that stitched up many more results were fashion designing, fashion weeks and magazines. So I figured let’s look at those areas of fashion and see which women are making big moves in those spaces.
the business of fashion design Fashion design always seems to be the first option for people when they think fashion and what career path to follow. And so
FASHION many have attempted it and found that most of the components that make up a fashion design career are the ones that could be done without. So when someone like Nkhensani Nkosi of Stoned Cherrie steps up to the challenge, we are forced to admire the tenacity and creative indulgence she exposes us to. Nkhensani has been in the industry well into twelve years and having started with her big dream in mind, she’s made a clear effort of ensuring she does not back down from her road to success. Stoned Cherrie launched in 2000 with a flagship store in Rosebank and has never looked back since. The brand extended its reach with a major Woolworths deal a few years later and more recently, some restructuring of the path to global takeover has occurred. Nkhensani has shown that fashion can be the voice of the nation and it can help develop a better understanding of a nation in growth.
the business of fashion weeks Where there is a fashion designer, there is a fashion week. Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe is the Executive Chairperson of African Fashion International (AFI), a company that promotes African fashion designers and enterprise development in the fashion industry. AFI also empowers disadvantaged women from townships through the Design For Life initiative that supports education and diagnosis of breast cancer in women from rural communities. Dr Moloi-Motsepe’s interest in fashion has always been something within her since an early age and her road to this point has been one of great significance and hard work. Having opened a private healthcare practice at one stage, she changed her lifestyle when she gave birth to her first-born. After that, she never completely lost touch with the medical field but saw a need to be part of and an organization that could bridge the development and success gap of African fashion designers and brands. Since marking her first project under AFI, previously known as Leisureworx, she’s done nothing but push the boundaries of access for designers. She’s created a launch pad for brands we see today through three platforms, namely Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Joburg, Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Cape Town and Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Africa.
the business of fashion magazines Where there are fashion weeks, there are journos reporting on the trends. Fashion magazines in South Africa don’t necessarily have the same kind of power and status as those of Europe, however, their role in communicating fashion trends have been poignant in this country for some time now. Janine Jellars is a young journalist, who after plenty of hard work and smart networking,has managed to secure herself the position of Editor at Seventeen Magazine SA. Her career was not always easy and armed with ambition and vision, she focused her path through tertiary education, secured herself a scholarship and was once awarded a Media24 Award for promising editor. Working as features writer at Fair Lady and Elle, Janine has always been a lady of immaculate taste and style. She has her own personal blog that showcases some of her personal style and plenty of her own opinion on what’s hot and what’s not. It’s no wonder that Janine’s viewpoint is one of the most influential in the fashion publishing industry in SA amongst her peers and followers.
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Living Legend of SA Fashion marianne fassler Monde Mtsi Marianne Fassler has been coined many things within South Africa. Icon of SA fashion is amongst my favourite descriptions of her. From early on in her career, Marianne made sure ‘not to mince her words’, so to speak. She’s always created an individualistic identity for both herself and her clientele and she has had no need to apologise for that stroke of courageous genius. With this being our Women’s Month issue, we decided a brisk Q&A with one of SA’s most distinctive modern woman was highly appropriate.
marianne fassler, thank you for your time. MF: It’s a pleasure! I am in beautiful Tuscany at the moment, very far away from my day to day life at Leopard Frock.
you`ve been in sa fashion for some time now, and collected many accolades along the way. have you always known you would get this far in fashion? MF: One has hopes and dreams of reaching your goal, but I had to re-boot and re-assess my goals from time to time. I was never going to settle for the lowest common denominator.
leopard frock. tell us a bit more about this brand and who it represents. MF: Leopard Frock represents my creative workshop and everybody on my team. Marianne Fassler is the designer but she cannot function without her team. At Leopard Frock we produce and sell our commercial range but also design and make our
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when can we next expect to see leopard frock/marianne fassler on the catwalks? MF: I will be showing at AFI Fashion week in October. I try to do one big show a year, but it takes a lot of time and energy to create something new every time, so some years I choose not to show.
you`ve been quoted before as promoting the mentorship of the young. what words of advice or encouragement do you have for our readers? Marianne Fassler couture garments. The synergy is very visible and clients experience the creative process on many levels.
over the world. We even managed to find the famous Chinese Girl and the original owner (living in Chicago) agreed to loan this world famous work to us.
there`s a certain love affair you have with tretchikoff, and sa art in general. can you what makes you so proudly south african? tell us a bit more about this connection? MF: I am a South African. We have reason MF: I grew up in a creative home. My mother, Hannatjie van der Wat is an abstract painter, represented by SMAC Gallery. History of Art was one of my BA Honours subjects at Wits and I have many artist friends. My interest in Tretchikoff is a subversive one. I love the way he basically showed a finger to the precious art establishment and pioneered reproductions of his original work and staged exhibitions in departmental stores like Harrods and Stuttafords. He became world famous and his Chinese Girl hung in almost every home in the 50’s. I am very proud of the retrospective that was at the Iziko National Gallery in Cape Town in 2011. I motivated the exhibition and together with Natasha Swift, Tretchi’s granddaughter, and Andrew Lamprecht, the curator, we raised every cent to stage a major retrospective of his work and publish a beautiful book on his work through Jonathan Ball. Works were sourced and shipped in from all
to be proud of our country but also a responsibility to be vigilant and protective of our rights. I am an activist. I am appalled by the disintegration of the fabric of society, by the lack of care and concern about the citizens and taxpayers of this country. I will continue to fight for the society we all wanted, the society that the rest of the world thought we were getting in 1994 under our beloved Madiba.
how do you perceive today`s sa woman? who is she? what does she do? what kind of personality or characteristics does or should she possess?
MF: I mentor students throughout the year. These students come from most of the design institutions in South Africa and I have in the past also had students from Denmark, France and Germany. Here in S.A I can only help students who can afford the transport, and accommodation in Jo’burg because there is no government sponsored internship program in place. This is one of my biggest issues. The foreign students work for me for a period of up to a year and they work for free, their governments sponsor their living costs and accept my credentials without question. My advice to young designers is to start in your own community and to work your way up from there. You should also live your art and your craft by always wearing what you make. Once you have developed your personal style it will be easier for people to relate to you and your product.
MF: South African women are strong. Most of them raise their children on their own and absent fathers are a real problem. This is what most South African women have to deal with on a daily basis and that is not even talking about the rape statistics and
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Understanding Male Breast Cancer Mui Zwane
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t the age of 13 years old I was diagnosed with gynaecomastia (the increase of tissue in a male’s breast), I did not know what it is and so do most people. Whenever I was being a boy with other boys –occasionally kicking and punching each other- I would feel the pain. Every blow that landed on my chest left me in so much pain. At the time, the doctor said the glands would soon disappear without any medical intervention. Ten years later, in 2005, I took a routine visit to the doctor after having watched a medical TV program on gynaecomastia. What the doctor would say next sent shock waves down my spine. He said there is the possibility of the abnormality becoming cancerous. Questions such as ‘Is breast cancer possible in males?’ is still common amongst members of society. Many young males who live with gynaecomastia have no knowledge
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of the disease. Gynaecomastia is caused by hormonal imbalance whereby a male would produce high levels of oestrogen as opposed to testosterone. So, is the ‘disease’ genetic or not? However, according to studies done in the States, where gynaecomastia is prevalent, it does not cause cancer. It is classified under the benign (non-cancerous) breast disorders along with papillomas and fibro-adenomas which are tumours. A breast cancer is a malignant tumour that stems from a group of cells of the breast. The tumours may grow into (invade) surrounding tissues or spread (metastasize) to distant areas of the body. Breast cancer occurs mainly in women but men can get it too. Many people do not realize that men have breast tissue and that they can develop breast cancer. Here are some of the key words used to describe breast cancer in men:
ductal carcinoma in situ (dcis) In DCIS, cells form in the breast ducts but do not grow through the walls of the ducts into the fatty tissue of the breast or spread outside the breast. DCIS accounts for about 1 in 10 cases of breast cancer in men. It is almost always curable with surgery.
infiltrating (or invasive) ductal carcinoma (idc) As opposed to DCIS, IDC breaks through the wall of the duct and grows through the fatty tissue of the breast. It can spread (metastasize) to other parts of the body. At least 8 out of 10 male breast cancers are IDCs. Because the male breast is much smaller than the female breast, all male breast cancers start relatively close to the nipple, making it more likely to spread to the nipple. This is different from Paget disease.
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paget disease of the nipple
lobular carcinoma in situ (lcis)
This type of breast cancer starts in the breast ducts and spreads to the nipple. It may also spread to the areola (the dark circle around the nipple). The skin of the nipple usually appears crusted, scaly, and red, with areas of itching, oozing, burning, or bleeding. A lump within the breast can also be detected.
In LCIS, abnormal cells form in the lobules, but they do not grow into the fatty tissue of the breast or spread outside the breast. Although LCIS is sometimes grouped with DCIS as a type of non-invasive breast cancer, most breast specialists think it is a risk factor for developing breast cancer rather than a true non-invasive cancer. As with invasive lobular carcinoma, LCIS is very rare in men.
infiltrating (or invasive) lobular carcinoma (ilc) This type of breast cancer starts in the breast lobules (collections of cells that, in women, produce breast milk), and grows into the fatty tissue of the breast. ILC is very rare in men, accounting for only about 2% of male breast cancers. This is because men do not usually have much lobular tissue.
inflammatory breast cancer Inflammatory breast cancer is an aggressive, but rare type of breast cancer. It causes the breast to be swollen, red, warm and tender rather than forming a lump. It can be mistaken for an infection of the breast. This is very rare in men.
Interesting facts about Male Breast Cancer: * About 2,190 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed among men * About 410 men will die from breast cancer * For men, the lifetime risk of getting breast cancer is about 1 in 1,000. * Obese people and those with diseases of the liver are more likely to suffer from breast cancer. * Loads of vitamin B is known to reduce the risk of cancer Side Bar: On 5-14 October 2012, Journey of Hope will be holding a Breast Cancer Ride to raise funds for those who are affected by cancer. To learn more visit www.journeyofhope. co.za and www.cancer.org/
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Visit Marcelino`s & treat your sweet tooth to yummy cake creations Nasiphi Mdlulwa
It’s not every day that one decides to go to a bakery for lunch, and if you do, I suggest Marcelinos be the bakery you go for. You’ll be met with an aroma of coffee, delicious deserts and friendly service.
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arcelino’s bakery on Loop Street is a true gem, the instant one walks in you’re welcomed by not only the sweetest of smiles all round by both staff and clientele, but the waft of something baking in the oven. It’s a nostalgic comfort that reminded me of my mother’s kitchen at Christmas. You’re forgiven if you walk in and subconsciously bring out the inner child in a candy store version of you. Nothing is hidden, and there is no menu. All the baked goods are on display so you simply pick and choose whatever it is you would like to devour. And let me tell you, it’s one harde choice. Even the General Manager struggles because everything is honestly that incredible.
Something has to be said about the sweetness of their goodies, it’s not the kind of sweetness that spoils the pallete. Their confectionaries have just the right hint of sweet that allows you to taste everything that has gone into, not only the filling but, the pastry too.
The Bakery prides itself in only using the best ingredients, which translates into Lindt chocolate, pure butter, whiskey rum, cream and home-made jams. Their chocolate croissant is truly divine -there wasn’t a bite I took that did not have a thick sliver of chocolate. The same can be said of their almond paste croissants.
The Bakery staff and service is unpretentious. The aura of the bakery is jovial, the owner and the primary clientele are mostly German and they do much to eradicate the hard, grumpy uptight stereotype that we tend to have about German folk. Jurgen also prides himself in the social upliftment efforts the bakery partakes in from time to time. He takes people off the streets and puts them in his own home where he tries to help them clean up their lives and also offers them employment. The bakery also gives away all their left over goodies to charities in and around Cape Town.
I had the privilege of tasting not just one but nine of their cakes while sipping on some good coffee. I can now honestly say that I think I am going to have a hard time finding better cake elsewhere. Their carrot cake was precious, they have a cake called Sacher, which is basically chocolate cake with apricot jam. It’s incredible. All their cakes were truly indulgent, from blackforest, chocolate cake to my old favourites- lemon meringue and cheesecake.
Marcelino’s also serves salads, soups, lasagnes and all sorts of goodies of the same indulgent calibre as the baked goods. The bakery will add a new wing to their establishment in few months hence it’s currently under construction. But you may not even notice after your first bite of whatever goodie you have opted for. I look forward to the success that is Marcelino’s. It has a very special place in my heart and I trust that it will find a place in yours too.
In addition to my favourites, Jürgen, the owner, decided that I try his favourite something something the bakery calls the Beesting –which is now my favourite. No, I did not try the Beesting instead I devoured every
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single bit of soft creamy vanilla whiskey hint of it as well as the almonds and pastry -all of it. And of course, I took a piece home with me.
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What`s all the buzz about Balducci`s Nasiphi Mdlulwa
Balducci`s prides itself with an unrivalled menu of simple, everyday home cooked Italian dishes that reflect the most traditional elements of food and culinary styles. So we headed off to the V&A Waterfront to find out for ourselves if this restaurant was in fact all it was summed up to be. like a magazine is lost on me as soon as I start struggling to read the actual menu or find the drinks section. I must note that the magazine-menu concept is different. However it does require dividers or you may find yourself turning the magazine over and over again. Again it doesn’t help that the restaurant is poorly lit.
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o it’s a Friday night and my editor and I are dressed to kill and off to do Balduccis at the V&A Waterfront. On arrival we find a healthy looking queue, but because we had already made reservations we managed to skip the waiting ordeal. On walking in we realise that we may as well have come wearing jeans and sneakers as the restaurant was poorly lit. Although one does note that the decor is beautiful and rather extravagant, it was rather hard to notice my beautiful leopard skin dress. The restaurant is sizeable, however you get the feeling that the floor has been crammed with as many table as possible making it a rather tight fit. This was made even more noticeable by waiters who had to squeeze in
between the tables, carrying plates above their heads (Yes you can spot them in the darkness because their shirts and the plates are white.)
The restaurant prides itself on serving traditional Italian cuisine. My editor chose a pasta dish – the Balducci’s Carbonara which is lightly sautéed bacon with salami and ham in a light creamy parmesan sauce and her feelings on it…. she makes it better. After trying a forkful I soon discovered that my Xhosa mother could probably make a better version of the dish as well. I on the other hand, had a barbeque roast chicken pizza, with a rather sweet and overwhelming barbeque sauce and after just one slice, the tabasco sauce had to come to the rescue. Their wine selection however was vast and there was actually a lot to choose from in their alcohol menu in general. We didn’t stay for dessert. We just couldn’t, it was just too dark. Overall I would say Balducci’s as an Italian restaurant, not the best choice, but I must say that their Sushi Cage looks rather appetising and that may be their calling card. I must note that our waiter, Tom did make the experience a little more bearable.
The menu is in designed in a mini magazine format which is quite creative on their part, however the novelty of a menu that looks
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Meet the New African Woman Sisanda Ntshinga
Females in high ranking positions are not something new in our country, but it seems the new African woman is on top of her game and her hustle is harder. Not only does she aspire to be more but she inspires an entire generation along with her.
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My music is a fusion of various genres. I describe it as a lucky packet, everyone walks away with something great.
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from a young age meant that she was constantly surrounded by religion and structure and this she says gave her the discipline she needs today.
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atoya Buthelezi who is commonly known to many of her fans as Toya Delazy is a young forward thinking artist from eMahlabathini near uLundi in kwaZulu Natal, who encourages people to be themselves and live their lives. Toya says she uses her music to spread a positive message that hopefully encourages people to follow their hearts, be true to themselves and never give up on something they love. Growing up Toya says she was very spirited and adventurous and also a little mischievous. “I loved the outdoors and sports, so I was always active. I loved my culture and singing, watching cultural shows and just having a good time,” she says. Coming from a religious family and going to a convent
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Music has always been a part of Toya’s life and from the age of nine she started playing the classical piano and that’s when her journey of composing music began. “Learning classical piano at that age helped structure my musical understanding of how heartfelt chards are formed, how to read music and have agility discipline on the keys,” she says. She knew she wanted a career in music and she began performing at various places. “One day a very talented producer Markus Els heard me at a live show and he invited me to record a few songs in studio. Vusi Leeuw was given the demo and he presented it to Sony Music and they liked what they heard and soon I was part of the Sony Music team.” Toya’s journey has been an extremely educational one and she had to grow up really quickly. “I had to learn the business of music and I had to understand that my life was
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changing. It’s been an amazing experience so far and I look forward to what the future holds.” Inspired by her daily life experiences, Toya’s music is all about her journey and is simply her story. “I take what I go through, the emotions I feel and I translate it into music.” Her sound is like nothing you’ve heard before and is a unique combination of jazz, electro hop and pop so she calls it JEHP, and it’s definitely something thats different and appeals to different listeners. “You’ll see my album has an electro hop element but it’s not going to be the main element. My music is a fusion of various genres so people can expect some soul, some jazziness and acapella pulling through. I describe it as a lucky packet, everyone walks away with something great.” With a strong knowledge of various music genres a lot of musicians have influenced the vibrant young muso. “My influences come from a variety of genres. My love for music grew from classical songs such as Debussy’s ‘Clair de Lune’ which basically unlocked my creativity and influenced the way I construct my chords. So I did Orchestral works like the ‘Psalms of David’ sang by choirs in cathedrals, the voices in harmonic beauty made me happy and soothed my spirit.” Musicians such as Lauryn Hill and her role in ‘Sister Act’ influenced Toya, as well as artists like Kate Nash, John Legend, Radio-
head, Tracy Chapman, Asa, Goldfish, Imogen Heap, Regina Spektor, Nirvana, Black eyed Peas and Skrillex. Her sense of style is just as unique and diverse as her music. She says it’s another way to express herself and she loves to arrange her outfits so they’re funky with a classical touch. As a result she was approached my Reebok to be the brand ambassador for their Reebok Classic Drop R range. “Basically they liked my style, music and what I do and I will be representing the brand throughout Africa. I can also ‘certify’ my own ‘classics’ and this can be anything from musicians, designers, cars or even movies that I think are cool and deserve the ‘classic’ status. This is a very fun campaign and I’m excited to be a part of it.”
Get more of Toya DeLazy twitter: @ToyDelazy facebook: www.facebok.com/toyadelazy web: www.toyadelazy.com
Although she would love to go international Toya says she’s using the time she has now to grow personally and also get to know her own country. But at the rate things are going for this young superstar in the making we’ll surely be seeing her on international stages in the near future.
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Boity`s beautiful spirit of giving
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There wasn’t a set plan of what it is I was going to do in order to make it happen but I knew it eventually would happen, be it in five days or ten years time.
oung and ambitious Boitumelo Thulo a.ka Boity describes herself as a God-fearing and extremely loving lady who understands her worth and knows exactly where she’s going. “I’m a faithful believer and a legend in the making,” she says. Making her first appearance as the ‘fumbling waitress’ in the Wimpy advert, Boity has come a long way and has since presented shows such as ‘Media Career Guide’ and SABC 1’s Zoned, but is forever grateful for what she describes as the most nerve wrecking experience ever. “The ad was my first casting ever and I didn’t know what to expect. And then of course getting the call to shooting the actual ad was an amazing experience,” she says.
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Boity says television is what she’s wanted from a young age and has day dreamed about being on TV since she was five. “I’m so blessed that I have been able to hold on to this dream for this long and have it happen faster than my wildest, most faithful thoughts could have ever imagined.” For the bubbly presenter being given the opportunity to be a part of Zoned has been a great
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blessing for her and her career. She says the energetic, vibrant, colourful and interative show has given her the opportunity to show a more fun and more energetic side of her. “I love Zoned because it’s a fun show that concentrates on giving the youth an opportunity to showcase their talents and what it is that they can offer South Africa. I also love the fact that I have a co-presenter who makes it easier and pleasant to present the show.” Growing up as an only child in Potchefstroom Boity says she was extremely nurtured and always felt protected by her grandparents and aunts. “I was constantly reminded that I’m an only child by the amount of love and attention I would receive as well as never having anyone to point fingers at when I’d break something in the house. My childhood was beautiful, safe and filled with so much love,” she says. Being voted as one of FHM’s ‘Top 100 Sexiest Women’ and Sowetan’s ‘Sexiest Woman’ Boity says she keeps looking the part by eating well and keeping in shape. “I make sure that I leave the house looking my best and most importantly, always smiling.” And although she’s grateful to have been selected among the countries sexiest females, her passion has always been in acting and TV presenting, even though she wasn’t sure when and how it would happen. “There wasn’t a set plan of what it is I was going to do in order to make it happen but I knew it eventually would happen, be it in five days or ten years time.”
most of these girls do not have the money to buy pads. As a result they end up missing school, using unhygienic materials or even going as far as having sex and exposing themselves to sexually transmitted diseases for money to buy pads.’’ She says with this initiative they will also be going around to different schools and talking to young girls about important issues that every young girl deserves to know and understand. “It’s also about teaching the girls about self-worth and dignity. I’m excited about this and looking forward to the growth of the project.” Although she admits she’s no long term planner Boity says she’s looking forward to her future where she would like to be a brilliant international actress, with a happy and satisfied heart, who has enough love to get her through every day.
Connect with Boity twitter: @Boity facebook: Boitumelo Thulo
Not only is Boity beautiful on the outside but her inside radiates the same beauty. She is currently assisting with a non-profit organization called ‘Thusa a girl child’. The initiative seeks to help disadvantaged girls in rural areas who do not have enough money to buy sanitary towels. “We go to schools in rural areas and give these young ladies a year’s supply of sanitary pads because
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Lalla Hirayama`s humility takes her to greater heights
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rom acting and dancing to presenting, Japanese-born Lalla Hirayama has excelled in everything entertaining. Not only is she one of South Africa’s undeniable beauties but Lalla is described as a warm, loving and hard-working person, who says the best advice she has ever received is to always be the first rate version of yourself instead of a second rate version of another. Growing up, Lalla says her parents always focused on building her self-confidence and self-love, which was always important. “I was always a very ambitious girl growing up and could be a little hard on myself. My parents always pushed me to believe I could achieve my dreams but if I didn’t reach my short-term goals on time, being gentle on myself was far better than scolding myself for not being able to. My father always says ‘Celebrate life! It’s a beautiful thing’. But in the same breath it’s not only my life I cherish, but everyone else’s around me,” she says. When asked about confidence and beauty and how each of them plays off each other she says feeling confident does affect how she sees herself physically. “All my flaws and insecurities don’t affect me as much because
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I don’t let it define me, but it does complete me. No words can explain how doing what I do makes me feel. I’m not paying attention to them. It’s a state of mind, then again, looking in the mirror and being content helps with confidence, so I guess they work hand in hand.” Lalla says at the end of the day it’s all in the mind and being positive and focusing on the good things is always a good way to start. The V-entertainment presenter says she see’s traces of her parents traits in the grown-up version of herself and she strives to be like her mom which is near impossible. “Mom isn’t far from angelic. She’s a traditional Japanese woman, with strong values, ethics and morale. She always does the right thing no matter how hard it is and she always thinks of everyone else before herself. She’s always 10 steps ahead in any situation, and is the most consistent person I know. My dad on the other hand is a creative with a hippie soul and is always talking about love, beauty and happiness. I’m blessed to have phenomenal parents, trying to keep up with both of them however, is hard work.” As an ambitious person Lalla says one of the things she makes sure she does every year is set obtainable short-term goals which get her closer to realizing her dreams in life. “Yearly, goals are stepping stones to my future and its success, obviously each
year these change, but have always made a point of achieving them. It really helps me keep focused and my dreams and aspirations seem easier to obtain,” she says. Lalla admits to having a romantic relationship with her work because she’s madly in love with it. “We’ve had our ups and downs, we’ve gone through better and worse, and for years we’ve been building something special. Strange, I know, but I don’t let it define me, but it does complete me. No words can explain how doing what I do makes me feel.” Her humility is constantly evident even at work. When asked what the first thing she does when the camera’s go off she says, “I always make a point to thank the whole crew. I’ve got the easiest job, but the crew consists of the guys that really make it all happen. People forget that there’s more than just what you see on the TV screen. There’s a full crew working super hard, that don’t get the recognition that we get, even though they are the most important members of our team.”
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Women making waves in the world of business Athenkosi Peter
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n keeping with the Women’s Month theme the focus of this month’s financial fundi piece is on a young, intelligent woman who is making waves in the world of business. I have always believed that it’s always best to have someone tell their own story rather than to be the object of a story told by a relative outsider. Contrary to the male ego asserting it always knows best, it has become apparent that my know-how on what motivates the so-called ‘fairer sex’ leaves a lot to be desired (cue the roar of ex-girlfriends shouting: Amen) In this article we hear one viewpoint from our sister in the world of business, Dipolelo Makhubedu, the head dealer and co-founder of Argon Asset Management. Q: what do you do and how long have you been in it? A: I trade stocks listed on the stock exchange. I have been in the industry for 7 years.
were business people so it seemed natural for me to pursue a career in commerce. Q: how easy or difficult has it been as a woman to
Q: what courses of study did you pursue in varsity
gain recognition in this industry?
and why?
A: Firstly, it was difficult to get a job in this industry. Most established asset management firms turned me down, often for no specific or good reason, some even said my personality is suited for a receptionist role instead.
A: I studied Economics and Finance. I completed a Master of Commerce degree at the University of Cape Town. My choice of study wasn’t a difficult one. My parents
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Never mind that at the time I had an honours degree to match my skills. When I finally got my break, I worked hard to ensure that my talent, skills and contribution were hard to NOT be recognized. The question should then be, how do we actively promote the advancement of women in order to reach this tipping point? One thing is clear – it is not a one-sided issue. Talented and ambitious men cannot be expected to hold back or stand aside in the interests of gender equality. Rather, women need to be better equipped to compete with men by becoming more ambitious and ready to promote other women. Helping women to help themselves, for example by strengthening leadership and networking skills, are therefore key elements of the process. Q: do you budget? what is your philosophy on sav-
ing money and how do you save? A: Yes I do put aside some money and have invested some in stocks. Everyone gets told about the importance of budgeting and that they need to save, but nothing much will happen until you sit down and decide what your short, medium and long-term dreams are for you and your dependants. Putting money away just for the sake of saving may lead to disappointment. I subscribe to a good “spending plan”. This should not be confused with budgeting which can be a restrictive process that closes your mind to possible opportunities. One needs to get to the point of asking: What do I actually want to spend my money on? Change the fear of not having enough to a vision of what you do want from your money. Q: are women better spenders and planners of their
finances? A: Yes women are naturally better financial planners - this is genetically encoded within us. Men are just risk takers, look at how they have successfully landed us in a deep financial crisis and left us (women) to do damage control *smile*. Women generally take more time to make big financial decisions and want more information and explanations. We are more willing to accept lower returns
if it means less risk. As for spending, perhaps you should firstly define “better”. If it means identifying essentials to spend money on, then definitely a woman is more suitable for a leading role. A good place to start is “Your Spending Plan”. Robert Kiyosaki, writer of the famous Rich Dad, Poor Dad series, suggests that we should change our negative statement from “I cannot afford it” to the question “How can I afford it?” This changes our frame of mind from limitations to possibilities.
Q: any advice for our readers on breaking into such
a career and what it takes to make it in the industry? A: Remember that your academic qualifications and record carry some weight in securing a job, work hard and pass your courses. Major financial institutions tend to recruit more or less equal numbers of male and female graduates and yet the number of women that progress to the top is limited. Just like in any other profession, reaching the top requires a combination of hard work, determination and talent, though for some people it is also crucial to have the right network of contacts and visibility in the right places.
interesting facts * Despite their gains in labor market experience and in education, women still earn less than men * Fewer than two in 10 women feel “very prepared” to make wise financial decisions. Half indicate that they “need some help,” and one-third feels that they “need a lot of help.” (Financial Experience &Behaviors Among Women 2010/2011 Prudential Research Study) * More women are remaining childless, although eight out of ten adult women have children. * Workforce participation among men has declined, but women are still less likely to work in the paid labor force than men. When women do work, they are much more likely than men to work part-time.
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS
Leigh-Anne Peddie Mui Zwane
A young woman driving Supply Chain, Transport and Logistics in the Western Cape.
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Learn and take as much as you can while young. Be proactive and get involved. Obtain as much experience as you can before entering the big world.
Because each project she embarks upon is different, they each pose numerous challenges. Therefore she needs to apply creative and innovative thinking to everything she lays her hands on, and that is challenging in itself. She quickly highlights the importance of balance in the workplace by using her team’s composition as a recipe
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hen asked what inspired her career choice, Leigh-Anne Peddie quickly refers to her father. Perhaps it is in her gene pool because she speaks passionately about it too. To be a 24 year old Logistics Engineer for one of the biggest and oldest multinational and global company (Bidvest Panalpina Logistics formerly known as Safcor Panalpina -a subsidiary of Panalpina World Transport in 6 continents) does not happen by chance. Leigh-Anne completed her three year degree as well as her Honours at Stellenbosch University. In her Honours year, she studied and worked fulltime which demanded balance, endurance and relentless efforts of putting in extra work and often sleepless nights.
to success. Her team consists of just three females and two males. And because they are all qualified in various fields of Logistics and Transport; their different experiences and personalities result in an efficient and dynamic team. This proves that gender balance in the workplace incorporates different approaches which are critical to success. She is very hands on and at times can even be seen at the warehouse doing inventory, and overseeing packing and labelling.
proactive and get involved. Obtain as much experience as you can before entering the big world. As a female, you need to be confident and believe that you are capable of any challenge. It might take you a few trials and errors, but you are capable of doing much greater things than you can imagine. Right from the very beginning you need to work on your own career and not rely on anyone else.”
Every young woman has a long term vision and Leigh-Anne is no exception. She plans to retire at 40 and does acknowledge that she has a lot of career development to go through before she can realise her goal. She continues to study industry related courses and is not resting on her laurels. She has successfully achieved a few accolades under her belt by bringing big business on-board at BPL, proving her mettle in a very short space of time when thrown in the deep end.
interesting facts about leigh-anne
She encourages young girls and ladies who aspire to make it big by saying; “Learn and take as much as you can while young. Be
Leigh-Anne is passionate about photography, the outdoors and sports. One day she aims to complete a full Two Oceans marathon. She has a good friend Hlengiwe Masuku, and together they are dubbed the Yin-Yang twins. She is a member of Bidvest Toastmasters Club and acts as a Vice President Public Relations as part of her extra murals.
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Rehana Rutti Mui Zwane
Meet the Sales Executive and Transformational Coach because you are so afraid of that change.
3. what are the interesting areas of your job? A Transformational Coach provides individuals with a direct, lived experience of the reality they have created. Encouraging others to pursue and achieve what they’d truly love to do and what they have been longing for is one of the most personally empowering things I can do.
4. how would you describe yourself?
rehana`s story: I first met Rehana during the inception of Bidvest Panalpina Toastmasters Club and secondly, at Ernst & Young during an invitation to participate in one of their Toastmasters Meetings. Her speech moved me so much that I wanted to invite her to every meeting we held.
1. what inspired your career choice? My career choice as a Transformational Coach was inspired by a quote by Maya Angelou that reads “Someone was hurt before you, wronged before you, hungry before you, frightened before you, beaten before you, humiliated before you… Yet, someone survived… You can do anything you choose to do.”
2. what are the challenges you had to face to get where you are? …My resistance and fear of the unknown. The thought of making a life change can be so intimidating that even though individuals contemplate the idea of mastering their destiny they end up doing nothing or settling for less than they deserve simply
When I reach out and expand any dimension in my life, when I test my physical limits, improve my ability to perform, reach beyond my intellectual capabilities, listen to stimulating messages, engage in inspiring conversations and challenge conventional wisdom, I am ensuring that it is possible and probable for me to live an inspired life.
one not to be OVERLY ambitious and step on toes or disregard other people’s ideas. You’re going to gain the most respect, and more importantly support by building good relationships with both men and women in the office.
7. if you were to advice young aspirant school going girls what would your message be? ‘You’re braver than you believe; stronger than you seem; smarter than you think; you are more powerful than you know and you are beautiful just as you are.’ Remember even if you stumble, you’re still moving forward.
5. your future ambitions, what are they and how far did you plan to achieve them? My long term goals involve focusing on Rehana’s Heart. At Rehana’s Heart people will find quotations and stories for a variety of occasions that: shed light, help keep perspective, inspire, energize, or just make them think. I also plan on enhancing my skills and continuing my involvement in related professional associations.
6. balance in the workplace, how important is gender balance in the workplace, is the treatment any different to your male counterparts. I have been taught to do my very best and my work ethic and performance will shine through. The corporate world may be tough, however I would recommend to any-
8. tell us something that people do not know about you, which is unique to you and best, describes/distinguishes you? My dream to be out in the world, to impact the world and to be at MY best and more.
interesting fact: Rehana is Hindi and yet open to participating in other religious rituals; she recently partook in a cleansing ceremony with her sangoma friend. Her motto “Be the change you wish to see” – Mahatma Gandhi.
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NETWORKING SESSIONS
Networking and the City Iman Chilwan
Expand your professional contact list by uncovering and gaining insight into a taste of what Cape Town has to offer in the field of the most established and easy to access networking platforms.
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ith a focal point on the importance of career progression and advancement in this day and age, it is needless to say, networking is an integral element in the sometimes grueling process of achieving positive professional outcomes. With that said we explore all that Cape Town has to uncover in the world of business networking. Whilst online networking platforms remain to be the predominant ruler of the networking world, there is still a vast array of ‘physical’ organizations with the objective of providing a link between like-minded individuals with similar business aspirations.
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Catering mainly for but not limited to women, BWASA has an abundance of resources on offer- in the likes of networking and business development workshops, seminars by local and international inspirational speakers and, as a bonus, they sure know how to throw a soiree- you are bound to receive ample invitations to fashion shows, cocktail events, luncheons - and the highlight of these events are, that all proceeds go to a selected NPO (not-for-profit organization) for upliftment purposes. It is without a doubt that your business contacts will multiply tenfold after your first ‘BWASA’ experience.
A great hub for networking professionals, this organization acts as a catalyst for those with a stronger focus on strengthening business relationships. It is aimed at directly enhancing sustainable growth and prosperity in the Cape Town business market. Their events include inspiration sessions, sustainability forums and ‘meet and greets’. If you are keen on engaging with ‘Accelerate Cape Town’, be sure to secure your spot in one of these meetings. Participation is also a great way to become vocal and engage in stimulating ‘controlled’ debates in relation to business innovation in our city.
NETWORKING SESSIONS will have expanded your network of business contacts super fast. However, please note, the only downside, and yes there is a downside, - is ‘sometimes’, and I use this term loosely- if there are any differences or disagreements, it may affect the dynamic of your friendship with the middleman (the introducer), and they may be left having to take sides. The good thing though, is that we are all mature adults so hopefully this won’t happen, right?!. Suffice to say, business networking opportunities in Cape Town are rife. Finally don’t forget to always make contact - whether telephonically or electronically within a week of initially meeting your new business contact. Because let’s face it, we are all caught up in the chaos, called life and sometimes people forget things, like who you are. It happens. Happy networking…
contact information Business Womens Association Of South Africa For more information and to register, visit www.bwasa.co.za Contact them on info@bwasa.co.za for any queries
blueworld This predominantly web based organization offers something a little different and more social to the table. Blueworld is a social and networking platform utilized for business connections. They facilitate business entrepreneur ‘meet and greets’, workshops and seminars, along with a selection of other events hosted throughout the year. A great way to mingle professionally while simultaneously expanding your friendship network and extremely desirable for those that have moved interstate or are from abroad, who need a little tweak in both areas. These are some of the top, most established and easy to access networking organizations/platforms available in Cape Town. If you are game enough to register yourself, become a member and get straight to busi-
ness. However we all know it can sometimes be intimidating attending these things by your lonesome self, but if you can, get a friend to tag along and join the bandwagon – nothing wrong with some moral support. I must state avidly, my belief in the old school forms of business networking as well which are friend introductions and word of mouth. This is an extremely good thing in the world of business networking, especially in major cities like Cape Town. For example, if you are working on a particular project or are in a specific field of work and need to build your client base. What better way to find what you’re looking for, by ‘asking a friend’! This way, if you’re on the shy side, there are no awkward introductions and you can utilize the ‘introducing friend’ as an ice-breaker. If you keep this cycle going, you
Accelerate Cape Town For more information and to register, visit www.acceleratecapetown.co.za Contact them on 021 408 7255 Blueworld For more information and to register, visit www.blueworld.co.za
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AFRICA CONNECT
Nigeria
a land filled with cultural and traditional diversity Kudzai Mazvarirwofa
A country equivalent to the size of California, Arizona and Nevada put together, Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa and accounts for well over half of West Africa’s population. nic groups of the north are the Nupe, Tiv, and Kanuri. With the Yoruba people predominant in the southwest.
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ituated in the western coastal region of the African continent Nigeria is a country rich in natural beauty including long blue beaches, rivers and lakes, green rich forestry, breathtaking views of the waterfalls and soothing environment. The natural beauty is a main factor behind the up-gradation of the country’s tourism.
Traditions and culture of the country represents the simplicity in the lifestyle of the dwellers. Considered as one of the most ethnic and traditional countries in Africa to date, Nigeria has close to 250 ethnic groups altogether with less than 25 percent of the population living in urban areas. The dominant ethnic group in the northern two-thirds of the country is the Hausa-Fulani, most of whom are Muslim. Other major eth-
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Historically, dating back to 1000 AD and onwards, the Hausa kingdoms and the Bornu empire near Lake Chad prospered as important terminals of north-south trade between North African Berbers and forest people who exchanged slaves, ivory, and kola nuts for salt, glass beads, coral, cloth, weapons, brass rods, and cowrie shells used as currency.
In October, 1960 Nigeria gained full independence from the British colony, and three years later altered its relationship with the United Kingdom by proclaiming itself a federal republic and promulgating a new constitution. Later however this was overthrown in favour of the Civilian rule with which it is now under. In terms of religion and tradition, which spells the back-bone of the country’s worth, Nigeria is roughly split in a tug of war between the Muslims in the North and the Christians. But Nigerian people like most Africans are warm and are known for their respect for the elderly. In Nigerian culture you are expected to speak respectfully to all elders
and not just the ones you’re related to. Nigerians are also very friendly and open towards other people. You could be walking along on a hot sunny day and knock on any stranger’s door and ask for a cold drink and you would get it. Most Nigerians also hold a deep value for education and professional qualifications. It is viewed as a given to pursue educational accreditation. And you cannot talk about Nigeria and not mention their delicious cuisinefrom jollof rice to fried plantain and the wonderful variations of pepper soup. Not forgetting egusi the spinach like green with melon seed. Although it is always viewed as a rather controversial country Nigeria is filled with wonderful experiences and once you visit once you’ll find yourself going back for more.
AFRICA CONNECT
Your neighbour from Nigeria Trishar Amaka Ole-wude speaks to kudzai mazvarirwofa and gives us a better understanding of what being a Nigerian woman means to her and why education is such an important part of her journey.
A: Well, in Nigeria, like most African countries, women are obviously still regarded as infant-like, but let’s just say that I do not agree with that treatment, which is why I decided to leave. Q: Why do you say that? A: I feel like women are not given enough breathing space back home. It’s hard to come from the village and just ‘become’ someone; you are constantly meeting people who tell you that you should be married. Q: And you don’t want to marry? A: No, I do, but just not right now. I want to prove them wrong. Women are so much more powerful than we are given credit for, I just want, in my small way to prove that too.
the things i miss about home
background and school life Q: Where in Nigeria, are you from? A: I was born in Port Harcourt and raised in Lagos. Q: How long have you been away from Nigeria? A: I left 5 years ago, to study here in South Africa. Q: Anything different you noticed since coming to South Africa? A: I have not been any other place except Cape Town, though when I arrived I was
shocked at the culture gap. Capetonians have their own culture. Q: How did you deal with the ‘culture shock’? A: At first I was overwhelmed, an introvert really, and then I started to adapt, you have to at the end of the day. Q: So what are you currently studying? A: I am a Political Science major
Q: What is your favorite ethnic dish? A: Pounded yam and bitterleaf soup. Q: What was/ is your favorite hang-out spot in Nigeria? A: I’d have to say the Silver Bird Galleria, because of the cinemas and the malls. I love shopping. Q: What is the most interesting thing about Nigeria that you think people do not know? A: Well that the ethnic tribes have distinct regalia and one can differentiate them due to the size, length and color of their beads alone, regardless of their attire.
the nigerian woman Q: What is your perception about Women in Nigeria?
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Campus connect
Students in Free Enterprise at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Lutho Jolobe
Every university student wants to be successful in life and reach their full potential. At the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University, students get the opportunity to apply their classroom experiences to develop and implement educational outreach projects in their communities through the Students In Free Enterprise organisation.
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The Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) prides itself in being one of ten universities that are part of this initiative in South Africa.
life for people in need.
The challenge for SIFE teams is to not only inform but to empower as well. They have to help the communiParticipating students form teams on ties reach their full potential, through their university campuses and ap- a better understanding of the prinply business concepts to develop ciples of free enterprise. projects that improve the quality of
campus connect a winning team Even though the organisation has been in operation for just over a year, it managed to bag a number of awards at the NMMU Achievers awards Ceremony, held in October last year. These included the developmental society of the year award, the society person of the year (Curtis Young, Vice President), both female and male Vice chancellors awards for excellence in leadership (Veronique Philander, Former SIFE president and Lutho Jolobe, current SIFE president). This is the highest student award for leadership and is awardwhen the nmmu branch was formed the impact of each project is mea- ed to an excelling all round student SIFE NMMU was established in Feb- sured to evaluate how well it has met from across the entire campus that has excelled in all facets of student ruary last year and is dedicated to its objectives. life. improving the living standards of the get involved -– go green people within the Nelson Mandela In the SIFE National Competition Metro. Our Go-Green campus initiative, held in Johannesburg during the June This year the campus ran four proj- which is sponsored by African Unity vacation last year, we also walked ects through beneficiaries in the Insurance, involves the distribution away with five awards including the Nelson Mandela Bay, and most no- of recycling bins and circulating go- Rookie Team of the Year. tably, the debut of the TEDx events green posters in and around campus. which included live presentations by This project meets one of the univer- about the writer sity values of environmental sustain- Lutho Jolobe is the President of this prominent individuals. ability and aims to provide easily ac- Society. He is responsible for enour involvement cessible bins to encourage recycling. suring that the team does what it is expected to do by ensuring that All the projects that are undertaken campus life festival every member performs his/her duby the university always have three The NMMU Campus Life Festival ties. He joined SIFE NMMU because aspects to them including, social upliftment, economic improvement, and gave campus societies the oppor- he wanted to develop his leadership tunity to market themselves to the skills, get involved and help those livpositive environmental impact. students. This awareness resulted in ing within the communities who are The projects must also be sustainus recruiting 140 members on cam- in need. He feel that students have able, which means they should conpus showing an immense increase the social responsibility to shape the tinue to be successful long after SIFE in membership. Out of the 69 other way people think, behave and live. intervention and implementation has societies on campus, SIFE NMMU taken place. Each initiative is run over claimed the title of the best stall of a specified amount of time, which is the year, which is a testament that usually six to eight weeks. Thereafter SIFE NMMU achieves excellence in all spheres.
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LIFE SKILLS
A Guide to the more efficient approach to Self Defense Lerato T. Kuzwayo
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elf defense is a form of warding off unwanted conflict. As paradoxical as the article appears there’s quite a lot of truth to it. There is a classic survival question on whether you are safer from a shark attack if you only swim when you are not bleeding, or when you do you ensure to not swim in shark infested waters or to not swim at all. Oddly enough most people are conflicted by the choices presented here. It would seem that for all intent and purposes all we want is to swim. I do agree that should you find yourself in such waters as women you have to swim your way out of it rather than having you sink. But then what is one to do to avoid getting into such troubled waters to begin with? Be observant of when you are in too deep and simply need to walk away. Self defense training for women has become more and more popular and the modern woman finds herself in more and more situations that need her to defend herself or her loved ones using her physical strength. These methods work no doubt but fail on the important issue of avoiding the danger to begin with. By the time you engage in
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a physical form of self defense then the danger has already made itself visible in it most vulgar form. In my view it’s great to know how to get out of such a situation, so it’s a basic survival requirement for any woman living in the urban jungles. But the key to non physical self defense lies in your power of observation and awareness. Women have however forsaken to take into account the two strengths commonly found in femininity, namely intuition and the gift of the gab. Although they often pride themselves on being intuitive, it’s also a natural gift that needs constant reinforcement. The preference then would be the self defense class that places at the forefront the art of awareness. Be aware at all times of what and who is in your immediate environment, be aware of sudden changes and learn how to read one’s body language. I think those embellished with the gift of distinguishing a peach fabric from a salmon one are naturally gifted with observational prowess. Ladies ought to use it more. We know from the Lioness that there is strength in numbers when needing to take
down buffalo so use your numbers to fend off the creepy hyenas. The cliché goes, always present a unified front, only I would beg to differ in that the unity needs to be a real one and not just a front.
CAREER ADVICE
Katlego Maboe shares some tricks of the TV Presenting trade Lindile Ndwayana
Katlego Maboe, who has virtually become an overnight sensation, wakes us up each morning with one of Tswelopele Production’s flagship productions. Sister to SABC 3’s prime time programme, Top Billing, the Expresso Morning Show reaches out to millions of viewers to provide them with their morning fix. Katlego says it’s an honour to be in a position to wake South Africans up as they get ready for work. He describes his job as making sure that people have a good time all the time. And that his mission is to infect all those around him with good vibrations.
A television presenter job can read like a travel brochure - Sunny skies in Ibiza, lunch with Usher at the Ritz Hotel and sundowners at the Grand Canyon. And with a payoff line that says ‘What more could you want?’It’s a demanding job with plenty perks, and someone has to do it.
The television presenting scene in South Africa is one of the trendiest gigs to land right now. All of us know someone who has tried their luck at some presenting audition or other if not ourselves. Some of us perhaps didn’t even make it to the audition because of the paralysing fear of standing in front of those judgemental faces. Staying at home might’ve been the best decision you ever made, but you will never know if you could’ve been the next Katlego Maboe. If you are serious about your calling as a television presenter, then beware that it’s one very tough industry to crack. So, while you actively wait for that big break to come, work on your presenting skills. Katlego says one of the key successes to being a great presenter is to always be prepared. “You can never be too prepared for an interview because anything can be thrown your way, as I have experienced on the show. When in front of camera it is always advisable to be as natural as possible, being sincere in your message,” he says. Energy is also something that Katlego says is quite important. “The audience feeds off your energy, especially at that time of the morning. And most of all, have fun. Every minute should be enjoyed to the fullest.” Also ensure that you’re a people’s person because this job entails a lot of interaction with different people. “You have to enjoy working with people and being in the company of people for most part of the day. And although you might have good looks, you must realise one important thing in your pursuit of a television presenting career, and that is you are a conduit between the information and the viewer. “You have to be someone who has a strong, well informed, opinion on current matters. Also a good dose of charm, wit and a good sense of humour would also be handy,” says Katlego. So if your life’s mission is to educate, inform and entertain, you could well be on the right track.
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Alternative Thinking
Call it what you like Khanya Ndlela
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inety percent of the Native American population wiped off the face of the earth and their land inhabited my migrants of Europe both fleeing and representing the crown. Years of indigenous people being legally and systematically killed off and oppressed in Australia so as to establish a functioning and profitable colony in Australia. The world has seen a historical pattern of Caucasian desire to conquer other nations to ensure their preserved prosperity. In South Africa we have experienced the same line of mass indigenous killing and oppression for hundreds of years, with the difference being that we have the most recent system of outright oppression. This has made us a society which is obviously unbalanced and which leans to ensuring the prosperity of the original oppressor, the Caucasian. This history of racism, oppression and calculated systematic race preservation is a blessing upon our global society. We have to thank and love our historical oppressor for this, for without this experience we would have never been so well equipped to achieve the evolution. When we accept the facts and information available to us through our collective global knowledge, and accept that we are in fact
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energy at our core, we accept with it the laws of energy upon ourselves. As we discovered in our last supplement, energy has two elements, a negative element and a positive element. Energy cannot exist without the existence of both elements and so both are crucial existence facilitators. In the same breath, by dragging us through this system of historical oppression, imbalance and racial superiority, the oppressor has taught us exactly how not to be. We have been given the blueprint to creating a society of just, inclusive and progressive values which will create a system that values all people. It is 2012 and we have reached a time in our world where there are over twenty wars which have cost more than one thousand lives this year, along with many others, where the deaths since the war broke out are well over fifty thousand. Here the financial economy is subject to lies, cheating and stealing in order to preserve its longevity. We have recently seen in the shockingly under explained Libor banking scandal, where the latest earth report shows a critical and existence threatening pattern of destruction. We are heaving upon the earth for nothing more than ‘wealth’ creation and where truths of Galactic neighbours, alternativeefficient, free energy and technological ad-
vancements are hidden from us. There is not a doubt in the minds of any conscious human being and there is in fact an instruction from all the leading minds of the world to effect radical change upon ourselves and upon our world. So why then are we thanking the oppressors for delivering us this system and this world? For without them and their grand and blatant schemes found on the foundation of hatred and disregard for human life, we would not have the path forward so clearly illuminated. By bringing travesties upon the earth and the people upon it, the oppressors have shown us what the worst is and therefore how not to go there. The oppressor has allowed for us to identify the radical opposite of this situation and the radical opposite is quite clearly LOVE and the value of all earthly life. Through LOVE of existence we will create anew, through LOVE of the oppressor we will end the cycle of war, through LOVE of the self we will emancipate the soul, through LOVE of each other we will eternally prosper. The ladies have had it right all along, it’s about LOVE.
FEEL GOOD
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our favourite youth magazine embarked on many of its firsts for this month. IMBO magazine decided to include the ‘Feel Good’ section in the aim to encourage you –the reader- to do more for others and in turn leave you feeling good. And what better way to start than IMBO magazine’s first celebration of International Mandela Day and chronicling the team’s pledge to 67 minutes, in fact beyond 67 minutes of their time, giving a helping hand to those who are in need. In high spirits, the magazine teamed up with a neighbouring company, The Holmes Group, to pack food parcels destined for families in Blikkiesdorp near Delft. We packed in a wholesome meal of assorted veggies together with SA’s favourite tummy filler- mealie meal which would hopefully bring in some relief, even if it’s for a day.
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Arriving in Blikkiesdorp, you are reminded of the triumph of the human spirit. utat’ uMandela spending 67 years fighting for human rights, with 27 years of those years spent in prison on Robben Island. Although we would describe Tin Town a form of prison for those enduring those circumstances on a daily basis, their smiles remind us of the light humanity can spark within us.
That’s me packing with Ms Editor-in-Chief of IMBO Magazine, Sisanda –left. She’s got her head in the game.
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Nani shares a parcel with the gentleman, it also comes with a few words of wisdom from Nani himself.
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OPPOrTUNITIES INTERNSHIPS PHARMACIST INTERNSHIP Mediclinic International at the Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre in Jhb is looking for a Pharmacist Intern PLEASE NOTE: Equity PolicyAll applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa. Application Closing DatesOn-line Closing Date (Internet): 31/8/2012 Off-line Closing Date (Form): 30/8/2012Other Information-Your contribution to the company will be rewarded with a market-related remuneration
DIGITAL CONTENT WRITING INTERNSHIP A small digital marketing agency is offering a one month online copywriting internship. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Writing blog posts, press releases, articles and website copy for internal portfolio of blogs and publications. PLEASE NOTE: The internship is unpaid; however, travel expenses will be covered. Please note our offices are in and online internships are not available. Address- 35 De Villiers Way, Glencairn, Cape Town 7975, South Africa
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INSTITUTE FOR CULTURAL DIPLOMACY OFFERS INTERNSHIPS IN BERLIN
The ICD offers internship opportunities to individuals who would like to gain practical experience in:
Marketing & PR, Business & Economics, International law, Communication, Journalism, Administration, Event Management PLEASE NOTE: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis for full-time internships. A minimum of 3 months commitment is required. Applications for longer periods are welcome. For more info, please email to internship@culturaldiplomacy.org
MARKETING INTERN 6 MONTHS FT UNPAID INTERNSHIP
2nd Take, a young, exciting and dynamic company based in Gardens, Cape Town, specializing in second hand top international designer labels and brands, is looking for a marketing savvy, responsible and creative individual with a passion for marketing, who can drive our marketing process. Website: www.2ndtake.co.za PLEASE NOTE: This is an unpaid internship. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your CV to info@2ndtake.co.za
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INTERN PPC CAMPAIGN MANAGER R.O.I. Media, one of the top digital agencies in South Africa, dealing in both international and local brands, is looking for an Intern PPC Campaign Manager in Cape Town ADVANTAGEOUS: Speak and write additional languages. Have some experience in Online Advertising. PLEASE NOTE: If you are not contacted within 15 days of submission, kindly regard your application as unsuccessful. HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your CV to careers@ roimedia.com
JUNIOR/INTERN GRAPHIC DESIGN POSITION Visual Impact, a leader in Digital and High Definition broadcast solutions, is looking for a Junior/Intern Graphic Designer in Cape Town. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: PLEASE NOTE: Your CV, together with your portfolio must be smaller than 4MB This is a position in a broadcasting company Monthly networking opportunity within the broadcast industry HOW TO APPLY: Please submit your CV and portfolio to Werner Uys at werner@visualimpact.tv
Are you interested in participating in a 1 year learnership. Starting 1 Feb 2013 You will need : Matric with a pass in English (min 60%) Maths/Accountancy/Maths Literacy (min 60%) For further details and application email or call 011 269 8858
Editorial/Blogger/Research Intern Remuneration: R2500 - R2500 per month basic salary City: Cape TownbJob description We have an exciting job opportunity for a talented bachelor of arts (media, English or similar) graduate with excellent editorial and research skills [and a love of digital media] to work on a major travel brand. Please send a two page CV with a covering letter motivating why you are the best person for this internship to recruit@sumango. com. Requirements Tertiary level degree or equivalent qualification Excellent written communication skills Passion for the Internet and digital media MS Office proficiency Attention to detail No previous experience required - just a passion to learn! Contact details 0214180130 recruit@sumango. com
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GENERAL JOBS OPPOrTUNITIES BUSARIES BARLOWORLD EDUCATIONAL TRUST: ENGINEERING
WHO CAN APPLY Those wishing to study full-time towards a BSc in Engineering at a recognised SA university. Must have at least Grade 12 with exemption and a C grade for Mathematics and Science. SERVICE CONTRACT Vacation work. One year’s service for each year of bursary. CLOSING DATE 15 November 2012 ADDRESS P O Box 782248 Sandton, 2146 Website: www.barloworld.com BARLOWORLD EDUCATIONAL TRUST: COMPUTER SCIENCE
WHO CAN APPLY Those wishing to study full-time towards BSc in Computer Science at a recognised SA university. Must have at least NSC with exemption and a C grade average. SERVICE CONTRACT One year’s service for each year of bursary. CLOSING DATE 15 November Website: www.barloworld.com
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ATTORNEYS FIDELITY FUND DURATION A maximum period of 2 years TENABLE Any South African university WHO CAN APPLY Students who are studying BA (Law), BCom (Law), BProc Degree or a similar qualification or proof of successful completion of the first 2 years of the 4 year LLB curriculum. The award is given to those students who are in financial need or is based on outstanding academic merit. SERVICE CONTRACT No CLOSING DATE 15 August E-mail: attorneys@fidfund.co.za Website: www.fidfund.law.co.za
ARCELOR MITTAL BURSARY FOR ARTISANS: MATRIC VALUE
All training costs and a monthly allowance. DURATION Eighty weeks TENABLE Any FET College WHO CAN APPLY Grade 12 with applicable technical subjects. Or grade 12 plus N3 (if no applicable subjects). Service Contract A bursary agreement is applicable. MERSETA contract. Closing DatZ Annually on 31 March and 31 August. A complete CV with grade 12/N course certificates. E-mail: recruitment@mittalsteel.com
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ABB INDUSTRY (PTY): COMPUTER SCIENCES VALUE
R4,000 per semester DURATION Renewable each semester TENABLE Central University of Technology WHO CAN APPLY Students who want to study computer science SERVICE CONTRACT No CLOSING DATE 30 June 1st semester, 30 September 2nd semester
AMEU BURSARY/ LOAN VALUE Variable DURATION 1 year renewable TENABLE Central University of Technology WHO CAN APPLY Students who are studying Engineering: Electrical, Mechanical. SERVICE CONTRACT No CLOSING DATE Enquiries must be made to the company
KPMG: COMMERCE WHO CAN APPLY Students studying BCom, Business Science, Finance, IS or Auditing (SA Citizens only). Selection preference: Merit and financial need. SERVICE CONTRACT Compulsory vacation work (1 per annum) and 3 years for articles on completion of study. CLOSING DATE 31 August 2012 Apply online at www.joinkpmg.co.za Mobi site za.kpmg.mobi
SOUTH AFRICAN SOCIETY OF MUSIC TEACHERS
Amount varies TENABLE Various overseas scholarships are administered by the society. WHO CAN APPLY Students talented in the field of music. All require submission of recordings. SERVICE CONTRACT After completion of studies, graduates will be required to work for a period which corresponds to the duration of the bursary CLOSING DATE 31 October - closing date for entries and recordings Application forms are available online: www.samusicteacher.org.za
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OPPOrTUNITIES JOBS ADMIN AND MARKETING ASSISTANT
RETAIL CONSULTANT
Kalk Bay Foods in Cape Town is looking for an Admin & Marketing Assistant for the Managing Director. The position is a great opportunity to work with food, packaging and design and learn how to run a business. It has potential to grow into a great career. KEY REQUIREMENTS: Project management, communication, numeracy and organisation skills. Good writing abilities will be to the candidates advantage. E-mail and excel proficiency are a must. A passion for food will be a distinct
Acuity Consultants is looking for an experienced Retail Consultant for the Cape Town offices of an international marketing consultancy firm. The firm specialises in the analysis of consumer data collected from a wide range of sources, in order to develop customer insights that can be used to drive direct marketing campaigns for major retailers and FMCG firms. REQUIREMENTS: Relevant tertiary education,One+ years’ experience in a similar role in the FMCG industry. Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with an analytical mind. Advanced Excel and IT knowledge. Statistical analysis experience and SAS skills. HOW TO
EVENT CO-ORDINATOR Night Vision Marketing is looking for an Event Co-Ordinator in Cape Town. NVM is a young and dynamic company that has developed a consumer engagement model that primarily focuses on driving brand advocacy with consumers. KEY REQUIREMENTS: Minimum of 1 years’ experience in event coordination. Work experience in the food and beverage and an administrative or organisational role will be beneficial. Own car and valid driver’s licence essential. Comfortable working on liquor brands Must have had experience in the food and beverage or spirits industry.
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CAMPAIGN DIRECTOR/ TEAM LEADER Have You Heard, South Africa’s first word of mouth agency is looking for a Campaign Director/ Team Leader to join their dynamic marketing team. KEY REQUIREMENTS: Educated to degree level. Agency experience essential. Acute attention to detail. Broad understanding of social media. Strong administrative and organisational skills. Strong presentation skills - verbal and written. Ability to solve problems quickly and thoroughly. Own transport Willingness to travel HOW TO APPLY: Please send your CV and all relevant documents directly to Cath Mori Email: cath@haveyouheard.co.za Tel:
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EMBEDDED SYSTEM INTEGRATION SPECIALIST
This large, stable company requires the expertise of an Embedded System Integration Specialist. KEY REQUIREMENTS: BSc (Electrical and /or Computer Engineering / Similar qualification Experience in embedded software design/development with strong knowledge of C Expertise in C/C++ languages PLEASE NOTE: RemunerationR45.00-R30.00 per Hour HOW TO APPLY: Forward your comprehensive written applications to the following e-mail: it.jobs@hireresolve.co.za or fax to: 086 600 7977. You can also
ELECTRICIAN/TECHNICIAN South Africa’s leading fishing company and multi-national processor and marketer of an extensive range of branded frozen and chilled convenience foods seeks a Trade Tested Electrician. KEY REQUIREMENTS: Process Plant and Vessel experience Working knowledge of the electronics/instruments on board fishing vessels like navigation equipment, fish finders etc. PLEASE NOTE: Remuneration- R90,00-R100,00 per Hour Test Analyst
MEMBERSHIP LIAISON OFFICER A medical/pharmaceutical company is looking for a Membership Liaison Officer at their Cape Town offices. KEY REQUIREMENTS: 1 Years previous experience working for a medical aid or within the medical industry - dealing with medical aids. Knowledge of medware advantageous Matric, computer literate , credit and crime clear PLEASE NOTE: You will have to apply online for this job.
Remuneration: R12000 - R15000 per month cost to company This Cape Town-based mobile and web development company is looking for a tester to join their team in a mobile focused role. Two years’ solid testing experience in a software dev environment with testing qualification is required. Knowledge and experience with Testlink and Buzille, stress testing with exposure to working with app stores is essential. Core requirements: At least two years’ experience in the software development environment. Contact details Therese Otten Datafin 021 409 7820 therese@datafin.com
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HR Manager Remuneration: R25000 R30000 per month basic salary Education level: Diploma Job level: Mid/Senior Type: Permanent Reference: #BVW 100 Job description HR Manager - VM/BVW R 25 000 - 30 000 CTC My client based in Epping 2 is looking for an HR manager. Must have: Please call Benita on 021 425 3300, please do not apply online, and call me first http://za.drakeintl.com/default. aspx Graphic/Web Designer Remuneration: negotiable depending on experience Province: Western CapeCity: Cape Town - TokaiType: Permanent Job descriptionHypenica has an opportunity for an enthusiastic, creative graphic designer/web designer to join its marketing team. The designer will take responsibility for the creative designing all visual communications for the company and its products, including websites and print collateral. We estimate that 40% of the time will be spent on print design (brochures, invites, posters, outdoor signage) and 60% on web design (using a Wordpress platform), digital design (emails, brochures etc). Apply online: www.smartrecruiters.com/Hypenica/ Contact details Nicole Brodovcky Hypenica Apply online: www.smartrecruiters.com/Hypenica/
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Business Analyst Remuneration: R22000 - R28000 per month basic salary Benefits: 13th cheque, pension 9.5%, medical aid 50% Education level: Diploma Job level: Mid Type: Permanent Job description My client based in Claremont is looking for a skilled business analyst (intermediate level). Must have: - * Diploma/degree - B tech/ ND information technology or BSc information technology or equivalent * Valid drivers. * Min three-and-a-half years’ within in a business analyst environment with a proven track record. Please call Benita on 021 425 3300, please do not apply online, and call me first http://za.drakeintl.com/default. aspx
Grammar and Translator Coordinator Remuneration: cost to company City: Cape Town Type: Contract 3 6.Correction and revision of English grammar and diction used in instruction manuals for small appliances, for products used in English speaking countries incl UK, Australia, NZ, SA etc. Be able to translate technical information into easy to read terms maintaining it as information, safe and relevant in the proper use of the appliance. Be proactive Have strong administrative skills Be able to manage time and different jobs Maintain a consistently high level of professionalism and integrity with all working relationships Contact details Lianne Talent Fusion 0824980981 lianne@talentfusion.co.za
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Digital Designer Remuneration: negotiable to be discussed Cape Town Job description Qualifications and experience: Work exper ience: Four+ years’ of digital design experience. Strong conceptual, strategic, interaction design, typography and motion design skills will get you the interview. Technical experience: Mastery of design, motion and animation Experience using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Dreamweaver Experience using 3D Software will be an advantage Lightwave, 3D Studio Max, Blender Contact details Lisa Williams Definitive Recruitment Solutions 083 650 7327 lisa@definitiverecruitment.co.za Multimedia Designer Remuneration:negotiable cost to company Stellenbosch Own transport required, Permanent We are seeking a multimedia designer to design all marketing material, online media and publications, as well as execute visual communications, whilst keeping with the brand image and corporate guidelines Requirements One - two years’ industry experience Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Visio Adobe Creative Suite - Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Fireworks. Web Design - Joomla! Content Management System, HTML, CSS sound knowledge of print production processes and digital media Please send your detailed CV and recent portfolio to careers@sigmasynergy.com before 31 August 2012. For more information, please contact Salmien Symeonidis at 021 880 1000.
GM: Finance and Operations Remuneration: cost to company City: Cape Town A leading international FMCG company is seeking a competent CA professional who is ready to take on their next business challenge.. Contact Lindsay Sher @ DAV Professional Placement Group: phone (021) 461-7094, or e-mail lindsay.sher@ davct.net. SA citizenship or SA permanent residency is preferable. For further opportunities, please visit www.dav. co.za Contact details Lindsay Sher DAV Professional Placement Group +27 21 461 7094 lindsay.sher@davct.net Posted on 31 Jul 15:29 Graphic Designer/Art Director
Remuneration: negotiable to be discussed Cape Town We are looking for a mid weight designer to work across numerous blue chip, corporate brands. You must have the ability to conceptualize, have a great eye for design and deliver well thought out, crafted pieces. You’ll need to come up with great ideas on a range of briefs from DM packs to activations, packaging to CI’s and from online initiatives to brochures. Requirements: Ability to meet tight deadlines and work calmly under pressure. Brand awareness and a flair for
thinking beyond the brief. Contact details Robyn Prima Integrated robyn@primaplus.co.za
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There's no toss up between Netball & School for Marie-Sarah Khoza Juggling between her studies and netball Sarah Khoza has a lot on her plate. But this inspirational Western Province netball player shows us it’s possible and shares her journey within the sport with gordon rengqe
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onfident and outspoken Sarah Khoza started playing netball when she was just six-years-old, and says she felt privileged to have been in a school that offered netball as a sport. By the age of 12 Sarah knew she wanted to play netball professionally. “I loved netball then and I still love netball now,” she says. And like any professional sport there are challenges especially when you’re juggling it with school. Sarah says when she started playing professionally it was hard to manage her time because of the amount of workload within her industrial engineering career field choice. “Although I play for my campus and represent my Technikon I don’t get any special treatment because I play netball,” she says.
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Another challenge was convincing her family that playing netball was the way to go while she was at school. “There were plenty of mixed emotions about being able to do both school and netball at the same time. You know how parents are with school and studies. It always comes first.”
facts about marie sarah khoza * She’s travelled to six countries * Sarah’s motto in life is “Be the mirror in which you see the world.” * She has more than six siblings * As tall as she is, she’s afraid of hights
When asked about the state of netball in South Africa Sarah admits that there’s still a lot that needs to be done to improve its state. “There definitely needs to be a lot of improvement because we are nowhere near the standards of the top two countries in International netball,” she says. Sarah says she looks up to Shela Lekalakala but is more motivated by people who are close to her in her life who keep her going when things get tough with the demands that come with school and netball. “My best friend is one of the people that motivate me and my boyfriend. My boyfriend keeps me motivated because he is very supportive especially in the past four years because I’ve been up and down, juggling varsity and work.” The perks that come with being a professional netball player are well worth all the challenges though and Sarah admits that the international travelling does make up for it all. “The highlights of playing have to be the travelling. I absolutely love it.” Besides playing netball Sarah is also very involved in helping her community and trying out different things that she has never experienced before. “I’m really passionate about being active in community projects, and I love going out and tasting new food and travelling.” Her plans for the future include encouraging young girls and helping them become strong individuals and also helping the under privileged.
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he Grahamstown National Arts Festival has been dubbed Africa’s largest and most colourful event. The festival offers a variety of both African and imported talent which many travel far and wide to come see and experience it. For 11 days, the little town lights up with students, families, tourists and locals.
But it turned out to be an amazing play which dealt with the questions of integrity in the face of corrupting power – a question we all face in today’s society. I also dabbled in a few stand-up comedy shows but the one that stood out for me was ‘The Race Card’ by Siv Ngesi. The piece highlights different racial issues we face as South Africans.
For the past four years, I have taken it upon myself to travel to the ‘City of Saints’ for the festival to broaden my artistic and cultural spheres. The festival offers all the diverse cultures and traditions our continent possesses in one place.
I found the social life in Grahamstown is unbelievably eccentric. The party scene was the most extraordinary I had experienced in my entire cool-boy-life-of-the-party life. In the night time, the town came alive, people came in droves decked out in their robust vintage swag and unexplainable happiness. Night spots like ‘The House of Pirates’, ‘PRIME’, ‘Rat and Parrot’ were abuzz with young people from all walks of life dancing to SA’s most popular deejays.
On arrival, I went to the Village Green Fair. Here, you will find almost everything from bangles, to paintings, food, t-shirts and of course the infamous beer tent. I spent a few hours there just to burn off some steam before I was to attend my first show at the festival- Through Blue. I had already been given the heads up on the show. Apparently it would be melancholic - I had been told it ends with a sad heartbreaking theme song.
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On the last day of the festival, just a day or two before I had to head back to selling TV gaming dreams to little kids all over the country- yes, I am that TV gaming dude from Hectic Nine 9- I decided to go on some
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sightseeing like a real tourist. While taking a stroll in the town, I found out that the small Eastern Cape town is situated in the heart of the tourist route known as ‘frontier country’ with towns such as Alicedale and Sidbury. The town’s main attractions include amongst others the 1820 Settlers monuments and statues of role players of those who contributed to the establishment of the town. The people of Grahamstown are also something to behold as they tell fond and interesting historical stories of the town. All I can say is that Grahamstown and The National Arts Festival are most definitely travel destinations to consider for all those in need of a cultural shake up. Grahamstown is my cultural Mecca and I am certainly making my way back next year.
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Green Zone
The Biosphere Reserve Lindile Ndwayana
It’s a place where you can feel like you belong and where our ancestors roamed in. Drenched iwith culture, nature is ours to share. And you don’t need to know where home is because this is a biosphere reserve and it’s yours too…
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oing green is firstly about taking people’s well-being into consideration, as well as respecting and promoting cultures and nature conservation. Secondly, it’s about doing something about it. This brings us to the concept of biosphere reserves which is at the heart of promoting these values, at a regional scale. Internationally, biosphere reserves are recognized and established by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation’s (UNESCO) Man
and Biosphere Programme. To date, the programme has been helpful in demonstrating innovative ways to promote sustainable development amongst local people and their environment. In the Cape Town region alone, there are three biosphere reserves with one being the Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve (CWBR). The CWBR boasts The Cape Floral Kingdom World Heritage Site as well as the Cape Winelands - the heart of the South African wine industry. Within this reserve
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there’s also been early human activity dating back to the Stone Age. These occurrences and many others led to the establishment of the CWBR, which was then officially approved and registered by the UNESCO in 2007. Each biosphere reserve around the world implements its flexibility and creativity through various situations it finds itself in. When it comes to the CWBR on the other hand, its approach is to be unique and innovative in supporting and developing its
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position as an area of excellence and good practice for people, culture and nature. Ahead of the recent Berg River Canoe Marathon last month, CWBR saw an opportunity to live up to its core principles of giving a helping hand to the community. Due to CWBR’s focus on conservation and development, they decided to assist the Paarl Canoe Development Team and highlight the plight the rivers in their reserve are in. With CWBR giving a helping hand to the team and the subsequent events that followed, they touched upon three functions which guide them.
three functions of the cwbr development They achieved development, through fos-
tering human and economic development, by providing the team with branded team uniforms as well as branded gear. This contributed to their human development and instilled a sense of confidence, self-esteem and pride to build a future for the team.
ing each other and the lessons the team members imparted with their fellow man. Thanks to the support of UCT’s Dr Kevin Winter, the team was able to collect the water samples. And during the race, the team members met with children from neighbouring farms to teach them about the importance of clean water sources such as rivers and dams. The members also demonstrated to the children how to monitor the water. All of this contributed the logistical support that was needed to achieve this project, which included scientific research, education and financial support for management actions. With all that’s said and done, the green movement is about a more holistic approach. It’s about encapsulating environmental protection, human well-being, and economic efficiency. If we possess these three rules of sustainable development, we could see ourselves at the apex of issues of environmental degradation, diseases and poverty. Now, the question is, what are you doing to get us there?
conservation With 98% of rivers in the CWBR classified as threatened sparked a series of tests to be conducted on the rivers through the collection of water samples during the marathon. This was conservation in action, and refers to the conservation of biological diversity and genetic material.
logistical support The beauty of this project is the spirit of help-
interesting facts: * There Earth has 533 biosphere reserves in 107 countries, experiencing a growth of 20 reserves per annum. * The Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve is approximately 3220 km in size, covering most of the Cape Winelands and incorporating a number of municipalities including Stellenbosch, as well as portions of Drakenstein, Breede Valley, Witzenberg, Theewaterskloof and Cape Town. * The Berg River Canoe Marathon first held in 1962, covers a distance of 250 kilometres starting in Paarl within the borders of the Cape Winelands Biosphere Reserve and ending in Vredendal in the West Coast Biosphere Reserve four days later - making the marathon the longest canoe river race in South Africa.
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GADGETS
For gadgets that`ll make your time in the kitchen almost supernatural Amanda Mtuli There are just so many things you can do in the kitchen that a gadget can help you with- like conquering the World. These top ten kitchen gadgets have arrived just in time for us to rule the universe this August. Now can you say ‘that’s what’s up?!’
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easuring cups that meet their functionality and are pretty on the eyes too. The ceramic measuring cups are delightful for those of us that like to grip which is refreshing from the usual plastic handles. These ‘little’ measuring cups are so adorable it would be a crime to stash them away in the cupboard for no one to see.
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his bad boy is ideal for those dinner party’s, there’s always someone asking who knows how to open a bottle of wine? Thank goodness theirs an answer for spillage. This easy to use gadget works pretty well, all you need to do is attach your wine bottle to the cordless wine opener, then push the ‘down’ arrow and wait until its quiet whirring stops, after that you should be able to toast to this wonderful device.
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alk about a smart make over, this voice-controlled fridge helps you keep track of your groceries as well as ovens and washing machines and can be controlled via smartphone. This fridge comes with a “food management system” that allows users to check what’s in their fridge from their smartphone, with granular details right down to the expiration date. You can also order food directly from the touch screen fridge. Now isn’t that something worth considering. Say goodbye to fungi cheese and curdled milk by getting yourself this larger than life LG /smart Manager Refrigerator. I heard that it chills the beers real good too. Go on run along now ;)
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eorge Foreman’s USB iGrill conveniently connects to your home or office PC using USB 2.0 technology, and provides a sophisticated web-based cooking interface. You can easily download recipes, food types, weight as well as desired cooking temperature, and then the iGrill handles the rest. If you are running late, iGrill has got it sorted. All you need to do is ensure you have dinner on the table and warm up the iGrill from any internet connection. So all you have to do is plan your meals in advance and you’ll be ready to sit down for supper by the time you get home.
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REVIEWS
reviews books
inspiring change in the woman in you Iman Chilwan
Nice Girls Don’t Get Rich by Lois P.Frankel
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must read for independent women that require a helping hand with managing their finances. ‘Nice girls don’t get rich’, gives insightful advice and tips for women to reach their desired financial goals. The book tackles ’75 financial mistakes’ that keep women from having the wealth they deserve and touches on ways to deal with emotional spending, help with organizing and eradicating debt- to the best and most lucrative investment and saving options. Not only will the reader find this book engaging, well as engaging as dealing with numbers and figures gets, but will immediately feel a sense of empowerment on the road to financial management success. It is an excellent read that any working woman will most likely relate to. A bonus is the self-assessment section in the front of the book, along with all the myths surrounding women and finances.
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The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle
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very enlightening read for those interested in new age spirituality. Tolle captivates the reader by channeling into living in the ‘now’ and providing useful channels to engage in the present to accept and appreciate life in all its beautiful simplicity. The philosophical undertones in the messages exuded are ones of understanding the cycle of life and the impermanence of it. This may deem as either useful information, or scare the living hell out of you- but irrespective of this, they are important, insightful facts of life. Funny how you never thought of that before? Well you’ll be thinking that quite often throughout the duration of reading this book. Other topics touched upon are the creative use of the mind, tools on how to let go of menial thoughts, and ways to form enlightened relationships. You have nothing to lose but everything to gain by giving this thought-provoking book a chance.
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precursor style self help book, to her first ‘Beautiful’, in which Katie, a vibrant, young lady shares her dreams of becoming a successful supermodel. This is until she meets a man that changes her life forever by brutally raping her then attacking her beautiful face with acid. This read is equipped with all the necessary tools needed for women to overcome anguish, depression and pain from any previous significant encounters they haveexperienced. Katie shares with readers her ability to overcome psychological and physical trauma and gives advice and tips of ways for them to positively channel their emotions and thought processes. She gives an enthralling insight into the ways she has become an advocate for young women all over the world, by her experience, and places great emphasis on community engagement and giving back, to assist young women in similar situations to overcome their demons. Overall, a very touching and heart-wrenching but sadly awakening read.
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mies julie Khanya Ndlela
mies julie by: August Strindberg adapted and directed by: Yael Farber with: Thoko Ntshinga, Bongile Mantsai, Hilda Cronje music composed and performed by: Daniel and Matthew Pencer singer and musician: Tandiwe Nofirst Lungisa lighting design by: Patrick Curtis tine raise another woman’s child and spent all her time with that child at his expense. Yet he is strangely, violently and tenderly drawn to the “Meneer’s” child, Julie. Julie is a troubled, unloved young woman who begins by toying with John, but soon the emotions, the past and the potential futures that colour their existence become too much, and a storm far more violent than anything Mother Nature could imagine is unleashed.
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ies Julie is������������������������� a story based in a ����� farmhouse kitchen of the dusty Karoo. It is a captivating, emotional and shocking 90 minutes of theatre. The characters are waiting for the storm to break – which storm becomes the question. Christine is the domestic worker and a descendant of the land’s original dwellers. While she scrubs the kitchen floor she is constantly haunted by her ancestors who want to be released from beneath that very floor. John is the “Meneer’s’” favourite labourer who has watched as his mother Chris-
In one night we are taken through a century of the character’s existence. The night spirals into erotica, anger, brutality, violence and unthinkable gore. The performances are riveting and Farber builds the sense of a gathering storm excruciatingly slowly, drawing the audience in before rebuffing them with shocking violence. When Mies Julie had ended and the shocked silent audience filed out, the stage bore the signs of the bloody mess the play had delved into – that neat Karoo kitchen was soiled and dishevelled much like the characters and those they represent in our ravaged society. An absolute must-see.
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udents in Free Enterprise at Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
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Venue: CTICC Exhibition Hall Date: Friday 17 August urb: Every university Time: student wants to be successful in life and reach their full potential. At the Nelson 7:00 pm Price:inR568.00 tional outreach projects their communities through the Students in free enterprise organisation.
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John Legend udents in free enterprise (SIFE) is an international non-profit orga Venue: developing Sandton Convention their communities, while the Center skills to become socially responsible business leaders. The Nelson Mandela Date: Friday 10 August rica. Time: 7:30 pm Price: R900.00 – R1750.00
articipating students form teams on their university campuses and apply business concepts to develop projects that i
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Venue: CTICC, Marimba Date: Wednesday 08 August Time: 8:00 Price: R80.00 - R600.00 branch waspmformed
FE NMMU was established in February last year and is dedicated to improving the living standards of the people wit
SwitchFoot Vice Verses his year the campus Grand West, Grand Arena esentations by prominentVenue: individuals.
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l the projects that are undertaken by the university always have three aspects to them including, social upliftment, ec
he projects must also be sustainable, which means they should continue to be successful long after SIFE interventio ght weeks. Thereafter the impact of each project is measured to evaluate how well it has met its objectives.
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ur Go-Green campus initiative, which is sponsored by African Unity Insurance, involves the distribution of recycling b nmental sustainability and aims to provide easily accessible bins to encourage recycling.
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ven though the organisation has been in operation for just over a year, it managed to bag a number of awards at the ward, the society person of the year (Curtis Young, Vice President), both female and male Vice chancellors awards fo his is the highest student award for leadership and is awarded to an excelling all round student from across the entire
the SIFE National Competition held in Johannesburg during the June vacation last year, we also walked away with fi
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y role this year as Lutho Jolobe was that of the President of this Society. I am responsible for ensuring that the team wanted to develop my leadership skills, get involved and help those living within our communities who are in need. I f
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Jou Ma Se Comedy Club
Venue: Players Bar, Riverclub Observatory Time: Thursdays at 8:30 pm tropolitan University, students get the opportunity to apply their classroom experiences to develop and implement ed Cover Charge: R80, R40 Students
Tumi Morake anisation that works with leaders in business and higher education to mobilise university students to make a differen Venue: The at Gold Reef Casino a Metropolitan University (NMMU) prides itself in being one ofLyric ten Theatre universities that areCity part of this initiative in South Date: Saturday 11 August Time: 8:30pm Price: R125.00 improve the quality of life for people in need.
s well. They have to help the communities reach their full potential, through a better understanding of the principles o
C.O.M.E (Comedy On Monday Evenings) Venue: Ragazzi Live Bar Date: Monday 6 August Time: 8:00pm Price: R40
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hrough beneficiaries in the Nelson Mandela Bay, and most notably, the debut of the TEDx Nando's Cape Town Comedy Fest.events which included live Venue: Artscape Opera House Date: 9 to 14 August Time: tba Price: tba
conomic improvement, and positive environmental impact.
Hermanus & Food Fest on and implementation has taken place. Each initiative is run over Wine a specified amount of time, which is usually six to Venue: Wine village, Hermanus Date: Thursday 9August Time: 11:00 am Price: Weekend pass R200.00
bins and circulating go-green posters in and around campus. This project with meetsCass one of the university values of enviRobertsons Cooking Venue: CPUT Cape Town Hotel School Date: Sat urday 18 August Time: 10:00 am Price: R80.00
awareness resulted in us recruiting 140 members on campus showing an immense increase in membership. Out of SIFE NMMU achieves excellence in all spheres. Cape Homemakers Expo 2012 Venue: CTICC Date: 22 to 26 August Time: 10:00am – 8:00pm Price: R60:00, NMMU Achievers awards Ceremony, held in October last year. These included the developmental society of the ye or excellence in leadership (Veronique Philander, Former SIFE president and Lutho Jolobe, current SIFE president) Cape Quarter Village Market e campus that has excelled in all facets of student life. Venue: The Piazza five awards including the Rookie Team of the Year. Date: Sunday 26 August Time: 10:00am – 3:00pm Price: Free
m does what it is expected to do by ensuring that every member performs his/her duties. I joined SIFE NMMU becaus feel that as students we have the social responsibility to shape the way people think, behave and live.
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