IMBO Magazine September 2013 by Bambisana Media Consortium

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EMPOWERING THROUGH ENTERTAINMENT

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BREAK THROUGH THE PAST INTO THE FUTURE

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CONTENTS

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POP CULTURE We’ve become so good at stereotyping that’s it’s now an art.

ENTERTAINMENT

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Ill Skillz is an electrifying duo delivering positive, thought provoking art through Hip Hop.

EXPOSE

fashion feature

Thug Life didn’t die with Tupac. The ladies of Hip Hop have carried it through….

Wellness A global killer with an increasing mortality rate amongst young people, heart failure can be protected against.

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Shining lights and late nights, this is how we do. Should we call it culture?

financial fundi’s

Federal Reserve policy has an instant impact on our economy; let’s understand Quantitive Easing.

Campus Connect

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It’s extra-time for the tertiary year, if you’ve fallen behind it’s time to go ALL IN!

Green Zone Enough talking about global warming and environmental destruction – each of us has an account, let’s start saving…

CONTENTS Publisher Gugu Madlala Editorial Co-ordinator Pamella-Rose Mlandu Sub-editor Sanelisiwe Owethu Ntabeni Layout director Ntsika Daki

JUNIOR DESIGNER Natano Marnewick Fashion Co-ordinator Nonhlanhla Mditshwa SECOND Fashion COORDINATOR Ziphozihle Kati PhotographerS Lynn Dreyer & Larry English Contributors: Lesley Mphanga; Mads Norgard, Hope Mekgoe, Tlholo Modiba ; Earl Hendricks, Johanna Stilo, Tamzyn Thomas, Kirsty Mostert, Lerato Khuzwayo; Lizzie Maelane; Anade Situma; Bumbo Klaat; Colin Young; Nathaniel Cronje; Cherize Ross; Paulos Eshetu; Liz Heydra; Peter Phillip

Chairman: Gugu John Madlala Multi-Media manager: Dominic Billy CREATIVE MANAGER: Ntsika Daki ART DIRECTOR: Mzingaye Dube PR COORDINATOR: Shiraz Reddy CREATIVE MANAGER: Ntsika Daki executive pa: Candice Georgias

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NITE Kool Out Lounge

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ZONE The Waiting Room

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PUBLISHER'S NOTE Hello IMBO! For a change, we’ve just come out of a month that didn’t feel like it whizzed by. Or maybe that’s because we’re so used to the electrifying pace with which time is functioning this year. Out here at HQ we’ve had a month of rebuilding. This has meant multiple workshops and strategy sessions. It’s all rather fitting since this issue is all about our opportunity and responsibility to Create Anew. We’re a very special being us humans. We come from a long journey of miraculous and radical transformation and growth; otherwise known as evolution. Each transformation is different and affects different parts of our world; consider the Ice Age and the Industrial Revolution. Each time we are given a canvas upon which we can create a new society. Often the canvas comes on the back of great failure, strife or suffering. With our world and society journeying ever closer to a critical cross-roads, and amidst all the tension and concern around crumbling institutions like economics, environmental industry, politics and others, one gets the sense that a radical transformation can follow. In times like these we need to be as strong as we possibly can and the only way to be the strongest you is to be the TRUEST you. Our heritage will play a critical role in our progression at this time. This months’ Focus Feature (pg34) re-lives the fascinating story of Shaka Zulu and the Nguni Nation. We’re reminded of just how the foundations of this society we created. Creating anew means that the shackles of predictability are broken; enjoy Pop Culture (pg14) to explore the importance of such things. While a negative economy means petrol is expensive, the price of a broken economy is straight danger. Enjoy the read at Financial Fundi’s (pg54) to decide which one we’re facing. As concerning as difficult times like these are; they are also the most enjoyable and important times. Head to the Feel Good (pg68) and see just how seriously our peers are taking this task of creating anew. All in all, quite clichéd as you’ve come to expect this from IMBO, this September issue is a great read. From start to finish there’s entertainment, growth and engagement. Enjoy.

LOVE

On The Cover Fashion Co-ordinator: Nonhlanhla Tiger-lilly Mditshwa Photographer: Larry English Make-up: Emily Kroukamp MU Assistant: Kayleigh Taylor Model: Kimon @20management Locations: Starke Ayres Garden Centre, Leisbeek Parkway, Rosebank, Cape town Retro Shades 70’ 80’s, Obeservery, Cape town Trenchtown, Obeservery, Cape town Once Again @ Wendys Vintage Store, Observery, Cape town '13/ ISSUE 20/ IMBO/ • 9

OUT & ABOUT People, groups and times are most often learnt through captured image. Through one photo we can experience a whole age. The streets of South Africa are littered with description. A walk through Cape Town with a camera in hand is a lesson in heritage when the photographer is good enough. Street Photography SA is a collective of such photographers. Here’s a showcase of their work.

Barry Christianson

Benjamin Haskins

Barry Christianson

Mads Norgaard

Hafeez floris

Mokhethi Siganunu Victor

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OUT & ABOUT

Out & About Sihle Maku

Lebogang Lekwae

Shani Judes

Jodi Windvogel

Sipho Mpongo

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ENTERTAINMENT

Skillz that pay the billz Oginga Siwundla Ill-literate Skill is a dynamic duo with rousing story. They’re working toward Global recognition and their latest release justifies the goal.

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ENTERTAINMENT

new journey awaits for the Cape Town based Hop Hop band “Ill Skillz” with the up coming release of their latest album “Notes from the Native Yards”. Ill Skillz formaly known as “Ill-LiterateSkill” became a band back in 2005 in Guguletu, Cape Town, and have since become known for their electric, raw style of rap and live performances. The company you keep The hardworking pair continually pushes boundaries and redefines sounds by experimenting with their music. They’ve worked with seasoned industry leaders to do this. After their first album release; the groups touring schedule picked up and saw Ill skillz tour South Africa, Germany and Great Britan, crossing paths with the likes of Slum Village, People Under the Stairs, Travis Mc Coy and others. Pioneering `conceptualising In 2010, Ill Skillz took part in the groundbreaking 24-Hour Project “Skillz that pay the billz vol. 1” as a partnership with Redbull Music Studios. In just 24 hours, they recorded, mixed and launched an album which featured the likes of John Rinnson, Camo, Zaki Ibrahim, Proverb and Etc Crew amongst other artists. This album was produced to be made available for the masses to downlaod for free on Bandcam.com and other similar sites. This project remains a symbol of the groups’ dedication to serving the art form and to giving back to it. They value the opportunity it has

given them to express themselves and see the world.

celebratory understanding to a life seen through stereotypes.

The second installment of this project ‘Skilz that pay the billz Vol. 2” in 2011 saw the band perform live in London. This project showcased their maturity and saw them get an opportunity to be invited to debut at the pestiges Cape Town International Jazz festival and as well as other festivals across the country.

Think global act local... Entertainment is tough business and without label investment it’s a painful one too. All the more, the duo has selffunded themselves on passion and hard work. They’re aiming globally and after listening you’ll agree, they certainly should be. Their sound is right up there with the game leaders at the moment and it’s only a matter of time before global recognition is theirs.

A super project! Now the group is beginning a new chapter in their career. They are wrapping up their new and latest album Notes from the Native yeards. “Track by track, this album is the best we have produced so far. We have over the years worked hard to master what we do. We are happy with it”, says Uno July; half of Ill Skilz.

When we talk of sacrifice, this is what we speak of. IMBO Magazine celebrates you Ill Skillz. Your sacrifices are bringing dividends.

Ill Skillz has just dropped the track, “To The Beat Ya’ll” (T.T.B.Y). The single is the first off their latest offering “Notes From The Native Yard” which is set for release later in 2013. “The song was produced by the gifted and well-respected Pretoriabased producer, J-One who features a sample from Common’s “I Used To Love H.E.R”. Gugulethu and the greater Cape Town is where the inspiration of the album comes from. The members grew up on the famous flats and Mzansi’s tourist destination, an appropriate blend when you consider their sound. The songs in the album are inspirational and speak messages of growth and strength. They give an extremely positive and

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POP CULTURE

THE ART OF STEREOTYPING Tlholo Modiba Ever so quick to walk around in society, our minds fitting labels to every person, culture and situation we come into contact with. Truth is: We are not our labels.

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POP CULTURE

wouldn’t exactly call myself a foodie; but I am picky about the foods that I digest and I do get more than the legal limit of kicks from trying new cuisines. Of course, like every man, I have my favorites. Hello... I’m that type of cheese kid who would take two taxis (or a twenty minute drive) to get to Mamelodi and buy a spathlo (in your nearest township you probably call it ‘ikota’). Ever present and popular in pretty much any township you visit; the spathlo is literally the hotcake of the periurbans – nothing sells faster. This past New Years Day, after barely surviving the previous night/morning’s chaos, a spathlo is exactly the kind of hunger buster me and my comrades needed to usher in the type of ‘itis’ that would have seen us passed out until the 4th. The setting... All our regular spots were closed, it was News Day after all, but we found a small, dusty and slightly dirty spaza open and serving spathlos. Finally at the front of the line and more than eager to place our order, a brown-skinned fellow with thick, dark, curly hair and a beard that would put King Leonaidis to shame, greets us

with a straight face and a vacant stare, “Hello my friend”. He was foreign. Months later I was with my friend eTembisa and we got into a discussion about how these Indian, Somali and Ethiopian-owned establishments were springing up all over the township. We discussed the subject with mixed emotions of concern, hatred and fear all balled-up in one big conspiracy theory of how ‘they’ are executing a mass takeover of black buying power from the township. All this, while we hadn’t even spoken or interacted with one of these shop owners or any of their kin beyond the awkward eye-contact as we walk past their establishments – we don’t buy from them. This is the art of stereotyping. Reflection Whether we, would prefer to admit it to ourselves or not, we are all practitioners of this art form in various areas of our lives at various levels. But wait, isn’t that prejudice of the society that we live in? Well, not actually, and while we are on the topic, a definition of ‘stereotype’ and ‘prejudice’ is desperately need in a time where we use them as if they were syllables. On the flipside though, they both come from a feeling of fear, so the similarities

can be overwhelming. Stereotyping refers to an oversimplified image of idea of a particular type of person or thing, while prejudice can be defined as a preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or personal experience. Both of these behaviors affect the way in which we interact with not only people but the different elements of life as well. All in all... Stereotyping is a ‘comfort behavior’ that we engage in, in order to avoid opening ourselves up to situations and people that are new, situations and people that we aren’t in total control of or situations and people that are unpredictable. Situations and people, and stereotyping closes us off to both of these beauties of life because of fear. We subtly clutch our belongings a little tighter when we walk past folk of a certain demographic; we shorten our responses when talking to folk of a certain economic standing; we do what we must to avoid the reality that these are whole people with whole lives much like ours. We oversimplify their lives and post them up in our minds eye as caricatures to justify our behaviors or lack thereof towards them. This is the art of stereotyping.

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ED'S PICK

Out of the Box Ziphozihle Kati

he Resort 2014 season is well underway and runways’ have been awash with vivid tones. Designers have been daring and creative with statement accessories that can’t be ignored. My personal favourite is the quintessential box clutch. From Bottega Veneta's graphic prints to Versace's 3 dimensional motifs, notice me clutch bags were certainly the order of the day. For those who have large bags, they would know that one's whole life just gets swallowed up and lost in there. Functional, yes, concise? Not so much. So if you want to keep it chic and compact for the day or finish off a simple yet stylish evening outfit with a bold item, a bright box clutch will handle seamlessly.

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HOT LIST

Shiraz Reddy

It’s the end of winter and means only one thing, it’s Spring time so make a point this season with bright colours, prints and accessories.

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6 1. Canterbury Navy Blue Barrel bag: R299 – Zando 2. Rose Vintage Derby Shoes by Swede and crowe: R700 – 36Boutiques 3. 46664 Floral print shirt: R699 – 36boutiques 4.Orange chain print dress by MINT : R299 5.Ombre tussel top: R59 – Mr Price 6.Grey foot cover stiletto: R229 – Mr Price 7.Slim utility camo print pants: R399 – Markham 8.Charcoal Giraffe T-Shirt: R170 - Markham

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A texture rich Rejuvenation

of Classic Style.

The spring/summer season of 2013 is around the corner, We are saying goodbye to the cold weather and welcoming the early morning breeze, late sunsets and jovial mood. This season we’re embracing the classics, those which came before our time. We’re re-creating them through brave, bold interpretation. Be creative with your colour theory, bask in the sunshine of your ambience. This spring is yours to Create Anew.

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SILVER DREAMS lis,R200 Silver top, Metropo tte Clothing,R450 Silver Stripes, Babe ’s own Silver heels, Model

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POLKA DOT THEORY STRIPPING Polka dot dres

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DENIM IN SHORT 549 cket, Metropolis,R Studded denim ja n model’s ow White Bandou top, tte clothing,R320 be Ba Denim shorts, odel’s own White tom toms, m 329 lace, Metropolis,R Gold chunky neck

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WHITE CLASSICS ,R340 , Babette Clothing Whites lace blouse d pants, White Highwaiste ntage, R180 Vi d Secondtimearoun ’s own Silver Heels Model ’s own st yli St White pearls,

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VINTAGE MAFIA ROYALITY Maroon Vintage Dress, Once again @ Wendy’s, R2000 Silver Vintage earrings, Once again @ Wendy’s R30

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FASHION

Thug Style The Androgynous look Earl Hendricks

On any given day at any popular place, you’re likely to meet a young lady with an intellectual tone, strong femininity and some gangster slacks. This is harmony in 2013… What started with artists like Salt& Pepper and Da Brat and continued through stars like Rihanna and has evolved into an androgynous look for women.

Fast forward to 2013, we now see a very different Miss Cyrus, one who has embraced urban style and the androgynous trend as a way to break free from the confines of the “Princess” box she grew up in.

Ladies of rap Initially women in Hip-Hop had emulated the male fashion of baggy jeans, heavy work boots with artists such as Da Brat adding a bit of lip-gloss and make-up to put a touch of femininity to this “tough-guy” look. Later on it was rappers such as FoxyBrown and Lil-Kim who took it to a more feminine and glamorous level. Hip-Hop is a genre that relies heavily on self-expression and intense musical breakthroughs. This is why the current trend of women dressing thug has become as popular as it has, it allows the wearer a unique freedom of expression. One need only look at stars like Miley Cyrus who initially came to screen as the Disney channel’s cookie cutting sweet and innocent darling.

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It's been a long time coming.. It all started in the 80’s, in an era known as “Old School Hip-Hop”. This era of Hip-Hop fashion was dominated by the brightly coloured nylon tracksuits, bomber jackets with accessories ranging from chunky gold necklaces and earrings which were made popular by artists such as Salt & Pepper. Thevendrin Pillay, the Managing Director of Chase Designer Wear says that “The popularity of the fashion stems directly from the USA hip-hop scene, celebrities like Rihanna, Miley Cyrus play a lead role”….

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Continual development As the 90’s approached a new breed of female stars came to popularise this trend. Enter Lil Kim, Aaliyah and TLC. These women paired the over-sized pants whether it was track-suit pants or very baggy jeans with sexy tank tops and sports bras. It was this interesting but sexy way of interpreting the Hip-Hop fashion that made women start taking note and copying what their favourite female rappers were wearing.

It's global. The modern interpretation of this trend is seen at Hollywood red carpet events right through to the streets of Cape Town and Johannesburg. What we are seeing is how young women today choose to take a current hot trend and make it their own. “I don’t think it effects the femininity of women anymore, women often speak through what they wear”…Sam Lehoko –Photographer and radio DJ. Very few men, if any are able to wear an item of women’s clothing without it looking uncomfortable at best. Women however have always been able to move comfortably between their own clothing and men’s fashion.

A perfect example of this is Coco Chanel who wore tailored suits, traditionally reserved for men but she paired it with her famous pearls and she took something so masculine and made it chic and feminine just by the way she styled it. The same principle applies to thug style; women are able to maintain their femininity by the way they choose to choose to portray the masculine fittings. This trend is a very bold way of expressing yourself and takes a certain level of confidence to pull it off. This kind of confidence or swag is what many men find sexy and appealing. Then there are those guys who interpret it very differently, these men feel intimidated on some level by that type of confidence and attitude as it does not fit the old school conventional stereotype of what mould a woman should fit into. This is exactly the same as how some women dislike the metrosexual trend as they prefer men to fit into the conventional rugged masculine mould that society has for many years dictated men should fit into. The split between men who are attracted to women who wear this style and those men who dislike it is very clear.

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FASHION

THE ANNUAL VUKANI! AWARDS Earl Hendricks

The Annual Vukani! Fashion Awards create an environment for young fashion talent and business to network, collaborate and grow.

29-year-old self-taught fashion designer from Katlehong, in the City of Ekurhuleni, has been honoured as one of South Africa’s top emerging fashion designers at the Annual Vukani! Fashion Awards held recently at Emperors Palace. The Awards, which have been presented for 19 consecutive years, aim to discover and nurture young talent from both a business and a design perspective. Each year, young designers are tasked with designing garments according to a theme, to test how well they can interpret a brief. This year’s theme was “Trends in Fashion – Back to Basics”. This year’s overall winner, Luthando Mbobo, describes his style as traditional, stylish and simple. Inspired by rural South Africa, he used traditional blankets as the material to construct his garments. “I’m promoting local clothing and want to encourage people to buy local clothing. It’s important because it’s growing our economy so that we can create jobs and opportunities,” says Mbobo. From a very young age, it was his dream to become a fashion designer. His mother, who was a tailor, passed away in 2001

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and he inherited her sewing machine. He believes he also inherited his gift and passion for clothing design from her. Mbobo lives in Katlehong with his grandmother, two sisters and a brother. Self-employed, he currently shares a clothing studio with five other designers in PritchardStreet, in the Johannesburg CBD. He hopes his win at the Awards will translate into further career opportunities and an increase in demand for the garments he designs. Other winners in this year’s Awards include Anchonay Louw, an Oakfields College graduate from Eersterust in Pretoria (High Fashion Award) and Fabian Kevin Ah-Sing, a final year student at Cape Peninsula University of Technology (Most Innovative Designer Award). Some of the designers, who have been recognized through the Awards in the past, include Gert Johann-Coetzee, Sandile Kula, Vuyokazi Mabona, Asanda Madyibi, Mosa Mokoena and Raymond Matukane. The Awards were started in 1994 by Sonwabile Ndamase, the designer behind the famous “Madiba Shirt”, who literally turned former President Nelson Mandela

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into Africa’s style icon. He is the Executive President of South African Fashion Designers Agency (SAFDA), a registered member of Proudly South African. Ndamase is passionate about improving local fashion in the country and is a champion for previously disadvantaged designers. Every year, a seminar, workshops and exhibitions are held alongside the Awards. These provide SMME’s, including fashion designers, with information on SMME support initiatives and market access opportunities. The initiative is supported and endorsed by Proudly South African.

• City of Ekurhuleni -Department of Sports Arts and Culture • Proudly South African • Gauteng Growth and Development Agency • National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) • Emperors Palace • 64 LIVE • Festival Mall • Gepadissima • Trends SA- Lindy-Joy Dennis: Editor • Face of Mzansi • Staff of MQQR-Events • DSTV

“To this year’s sponsors and partners, the Annual Vukani Fashion Awards Business success depends on the ability to collaborate with others. But it’s not always easy to make those life changing relationships, and even harder to keep them. Therefore, ancient wisdom has often pointed to the lessons nature can teach us: the cunning ways of the wily Jackal, the wisdom of the elephant, and the work ethic of the ant” alluded Ndamase. SAFDA would like to thank the following sponsors:

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WELLNESS

Mo’fo’s gonna drop the pressure! Cherize Ross

Dadum. Dadum. Dadum. Our hearts beat 24/7/365 for our entire life…Damn! That’s a lot of work for one muscle!

FIRST THINGS FIRST We obviously live in very different times to our forefathers. The only hunting we seem to be doing is trying to nab the best parking spot or frozen chicken. Over the past 30 years our food has become more processed, meaning that it contains higher levels of salt, saturated fat and sugar. These higher doses raise our blood pressure, putting a strain on our heart as it struggles to pump the much-needed blood through our body. Similarly, eating fatty processed food adds a layer of fat and clogs to our arteries.

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LAY OFF THE PROCESSED GOODS Eating less processed, as-raw-as-possible food maintains a healthier blood pressure and supports a healthy heart. This can be achieved by consuming high-salt, high-sugar and high-fat food in moderation. The easiest way to ensure that we’re getting the right nutritional substances is to divide our plate. Half should be colorful vegetables, a quarter should be proteins and the other quarter should have complex carbs like brown rice, pasta or quinoa. It is important to

drink enough water and even if you get called a bird, snacking on seeds, nuts and berries is a lot healthier than crisps and chocolate, and are a lot better for your heart. Some alternative health practitioners believe that ginkgo lowers blood pressure and ginger helps reduce cholesterol. Exercise! Doing regular cardio exercise helps you to maintain a healthy weight and lowers your stress level. A healthy heart, as we’re beginning to discover, is all about a healthy blood pressure as this

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“Your heart is constantly working and beats approximately 100,000 times per day”

is a major factor that influences how at risk you are to heart disease. Exercise, especially cardio, helps to lower your blood pressure. Let go of the entjies… Sometimes being a quitter actually makes you a winner. While having a Marlboro dangling from your lip as you readjust your 2Bop beanie might be the epitome of cool, smoking is one of the major causes of heart disease. You don’t have to go cold turkey, but quitting has immediate effects on your blood pressure and circulation.

…and the negativity! Holding a grudge and other negative emotions raises your blood pressure and causes additional stress for your heart. Take deep breaths, meditate, do some yoga, write in a journal reflecting on your emotions and try to grow from it. Scream into a pillow or uppercut a punching bag if you have to. It’s important to clear your heart from negative energy.

You're invincible and the ailments of "old age" are definitely not what a young person would ever suffer from. This is probably the biggest fallacy. Our actions have long-lasting impact. While people can live without the function of their brain, it's virtually impossible for you to live without a functioning heart. Look after your heart, it’s the only one you’ve got!

Youth is wasted on the young. Or at least that's what George Bernard Shaw thought. When you're young you often think that you're going to live forever.

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CAPE INDULGENCE

MASTER THE BRAAI Shiraz Reddy

We're headed toward Braai Day, let's prepare to make it the best it can be. By understanding it's significance and it's flavors

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CAPE INDULGENCE Try these! Putu Pap, also known as Krummelpap, is not a stranger to South African homes and braais. This easy recipe allows you to make 4 generous portions:

n South Africa we have many occasions to celebrate. They allow bringing friends and family together around a table, but also food lovers around a fire. And in South Africa, there’s no better food than a good wholesome braai! In this month’s issue we answer a few questions that I’m sure many are pondering on: where does Braai originate from and why do South Africans love it so much? We will also provide recipes for two delicious braai accompaniments. Let’s start with the actual word “braai”. Braai is the Afrikaans equivalent of the American and European terms “barbecue” or “grill”. It is a social custom in our country and neighboring countries like Botswana, Zimbabwe and Namibia, to name a few. The term has been adopted by many ethnic backgrounds. Many of us have grown up eating braai “vleis” and pap with a tomato gravy, salad and garlic rolls baked in the corner

of the braai stand, wrapped in foil well in advance. In today’s society, out of convenience, we rather opt for store bought garlic rolls and salads from salad valleys. However, we’re also generating new customs and variations to braai, such as braai mealies and baked desserts made on an open fire alongside our braai meat. So why not tap into our rich food heritage and see what we can whip up? Following the (somewhat modified) words of William Shakespeare, “it is better to have burnt and lost, than never to have braaied at all”. Let’s take a look at two old traditional, but jazzed-up braai accompaniments - the Cape Malay lamb sosaties and Putu pa, better known as Kremmelpap. Lamb sosaties are squires of meat and vegetables that are a tasty pre-meal snack and have been cooked in Cape Malay homes for years.

You will need: 2½ cups (600 ml) boiling water 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt 2½ cups (400 gram) Maize Meal A knob of butter Pour boiling water and salt into a pot with a thick base and a lid. Bring to boil. Add the maize meal to the boiling water. Close the lid, without stirring. Reduce heat. Simmer gently for 5 minutes. Taste the mix – that is the raw taste not how it will taste in the end Remove lid and stir well with a wooden spoon or a large kitchen fork. Replace lid, reduce heat and steam for about half an hour, but be careful not to burn it. Fluff with a fork or wooden spoon a few times during cooking. Enjoy with homemade tomato and onion relish. And here’s a tomato and onion recipe for your convenience: You will need: 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 small red onion, chopped 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes 1 -2 tablespoon brown sugar 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar In a large skillet, combine the olive oil and the red onion over medium low heat. Cook until softened, about 5-10 minutes. Lower the heat, and add the tomatoes, brown sugar, and vinegar. Cook until thickened, about 10 more minutes. Enjoy your braai!

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With our society at a crossroads and the opportunity to create a new system before us; let us take inspiration and direction from those that achieved this before us. Shaka Zulu and the development of the society he ruled must be acknowledged and the heritage used to give us strength as we Create Anew. Anade Situma

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here is something particularly enticing about the mystery that surrounds the life and legend of Shaka Zulu. As we move out of woman's month and towards what was formally known as Shaka Zulu Day, now Heritage Day, it only seems right to explore the life and legacy of this poignant example of a strong African man. The story of Shaka Zulu begins with the story of the Nguni People. Much like that of Shaka Zulu himself, this story was preserved and largely lost through story telling. However, important chunks of the story made it into the 21st century. Spanning just over 5000km, the story of the Nguni People stretches from the valleys of the Great Lakes region in Central-East Africa to the shores of the Indian Ocean in South Africa. This epic journey took place from 600 - 700 AD. As a result the Nguni people include the Swazi, Phuti, Zulu, Xhosa, Thembu, Pondo, Mfengu, Southern Ndebele, Northen Ndebele (Matabele) and Ngoni people. A total population of 26 801 000 with 8 languages. A long long walk… As legend has it the Nguni people first made their way into Southern Africa

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about 2000 years ago. In the centuries before this they were on a journey from Central-East Africa to Southern Africa. On this journey the people herded and relied on the first of the famous Nguni Cattle. This journey also brought them to the land of the San people which is said to be the source of the clicks still present in Nguni languages. Diversity begins Upon entering Southern Africa the people began to sporadically settle with the Swazi choosing to remain in the

North, the Xhosa moving to the South and the Zulu settling in the East. In all settlements the dominant social order revolved around the clan. All clans were lead by a Chieftain, a male driven system of power and it was from within the Zulu clan that Shaka Zulu rose to power. A broken home… While there is little evidence to support the legend of Shaka Zulu, the ancient story, passed down through the generations, indicates his birth was soaked in scandal. As the story goes Shaka was not only

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born out of wedlock but initially denied by his father, Senzangakhona, then chief of what was an almost insignificant clan, the Zulu's. In an attempt to hide her pregnancy his mother, Nandi, claimed that she was suffering a condition that affected the intestines caused by the iShaka Beetle. As you can imagine that story could only last for so long. A ROYAL MOTHER Nandi was the daughter of the Chief of the Langeni clan. Though she was later

taken by Senzangakhona, Shaka's father, as his third wife at the time of conception their relationship went against the social order of the time. Shaka spent the first few years of this life in his fathers homestead but as the years past the relationship deteriorated to the point where his father drove his mother and him off his land. A young man teased… Shaka spent the next phase of his childhood living in the Mhlanthuze Valley living with his mother's people, the Langeni people. A fatherless foreign child,

Shaka wasn't exactly the most popular kid on the block. As the legend goes Shaka was constantly suffering humiliation and cruel treatment at the hands of the Langeni boys of his generation. Though there is much speculation regarding the reasons for the move, Shaka and his mother then went to live with Nandi's Aunt as members of Mthethwa people. As it turned out Shaka's life didn't improve dramatically as he was still the recipient of a great deal of mockery and bullying by his peers The Mthethwa people were under the rule of Chief Dingiwayo who gladly received Shaka and Nandi into his court. It was Shaka's irregular claim to chieftainship which was the main cause of his unpopularity. But as fate would have it as the years passed the tables turned. The one who causes the Earth to shake… It was in his military ventures that Shaka came into his own. As the years passed Shaka's build developed into that of a formidable warrior. He grew tall and physically powerful, all the while discovering what was to become an unquenchable thirst for power. In his early twenties Shaka joined the Mthethwa's military, the impi. It was here that Shaka was to find the companionship and

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FEATURE friendship that had eluded him all his life. A natural born warrior it was not long before Shaka stood out from the crowd, displaying an almost effortless courage combine with undeniable talent. Shaka rapidly climbed the ranks and was soon a leading commander of Chief Dingiwayo's army. At this point in his life, Shaka became commonly known as Nodumehlezi; the one who causes the earth to rumble. These early years in the Mthethwa's army formed the basis of Shaka's military training and knowledge, setting the foundation for the militarism theme that ran through the rest of Shaka's life. Watch the throne… After the death of his biological father, Sezangakhona, Shaka forcefully took over the Chieftaincy of the Zulu people. In what was a rather unusual display of military support Chief Dingiwayo provided Shaka with the military backing necessary to not only stage a coup but to also assassinate his older half brother Sigujana, the heir to Senzangakhona's thrown. Shaka then claimed Chieftaincy of the Zulu people while simultaneously remaining a high ranking commander in Chief Dingiwayo's army.

It almost gives the impression that change requires mass mobilization and a lot of shouting but what happens when there isn’t an energised crowd egging me on? What happens when the crowd goes home?

As the years went on, it became clear that Shaka was the Chief’s favorite. Shaka was allowed the space and support needed to build his personal power through his rule of the Zulu, who began conquering neighboring tribes and incorporating them into the Zulu clan. The surrounding clans taken over by Zulu rule included the Buthelezi clan and the Lengeni people. Ironically Shaka's peers in the Lengeni people were the same boys who teased him mercilessly when he first left his father's homestead. The empire grows… Chief Dingiwayo, Shaka's mentor, was murdered by Chief Zwide. Chief Zwide was ruler of the Ndwandwe clan. At the time, the Ndwandwe clan was the only rival clan of Chief Dingiwayo's Mthethwa clan. Chief Zwide was infamous for his fierce nature, and when he had their Chief

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FEATURE murdered he left the Mthethwa clan leaderless. While some believe that it was Shaka's trickery that lead to the military loses, there is no evidence of this. As the legend goes when Dingiwayo was in his hour of need Shaka delayed the support of his growing military regiments. As a result Shaka's forces did not suffer major loses and when the gap in leadership appeared he had the necessary military force to fill it with ease. As the new Chief of the Zulu and the Mthethwas, Shaka began to conquer a multitude of other Chiefdoms, continuously adding forces to his own formidable army. Military had become a way of life for Shaka, Nodumehlezi undeniably causing the earth to rumble. Military research and developmentâ&#x20AC;Ś As his power grew Shaka began to redefine military tactics. This innovative man explored and reaped the abundant benefits of close combat. At the time the most popular tactics involved the long distance throwing of spears. Shaka however realised that by shortening the spears and requiring his men to be closer to their enemy he increased their chances of success. Shaka redesigned the shields of his army making them body length and through the use of hide from the Nguni cattle he ensured these shields were impenetrable. In an era where combat had only ever required killing from afar this new approach to battle was haunting. The army used to move in a crescent formation. Shaka's army would advance in such a way that the sides/horns of the crescent would surround the back of their enemy's army, who would then be surrounded. Thereafter the army would almost herd their enemy into the middle of a circle where they would move in and attack and kill in face to face combat. The ingenious design of their shields was such that the hides covered the entire body. Shaka had taught his men how to use their shield to expose a gap in their enemy's armour near the ribcage, and then administer a fatal force with their now shortened spear. The story goes on

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to say that not only did Shaka train his men to kill but to increase their speed he made train and fight barefoot. It was through this speed that the forces were able to surround their enemy quickly and effectively. Sophisticated development The ancient sophistication displayed in the Zulu culture was not only limited to the military sector. The decedents of the Nguni Cattle that were present throughout the Nguni peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s journey from the Great Lakes still form the keystone to many social orders. Shaka was well aware of the cultural and economic importance attached to Nguni Cattle and seized control of all herds found in the lands that his people conquered.

Interestingly enough Shaka was one of the most forward thinking African leaders with regard to women in politics. Though he refused to have an heir, resulting in the death of any woman who was pregnant with his child, his court was dominated by strong female characters and his dedication to his mother was monumental. A progressive governance structure The Royal Women of the Shaka Zulu reign were significant players in his leadership structure. Shaka structured his Kingdom such that each settlement was home to a group of Royal Women, lead by an elder more powerful woman, usually one of his Aunts.

Shaka extended their cultural importance by breeding different colour herds to provide unique hides for the shields of his regiments. This system allowed him to easily identify the different sub-groups within his forces. The royal herd were a distinct pure white. The hides of this herd exclusively used on the shields of Shaka's personal guard, the Inyonikayiphumuli.

In the event that the King was absent the administrative power of the land was shared by a Royal Women and an Induni. The Induni were military captains that were the favourites of the King. This often resulted in the King entrenching their power and their wealth by giving them Nguni Cattle and allowing them to form their own personal followings.

The Nguni Cattle were a symbol of the wealth of the Zulu clan. Many a battle was fought over land, the Zulu Kingdom was often defined by the grazing lands of their Nguni cattle. The symbolic association of cattle with wealth is still present in 21st Century Zulu culture.

Combined with his determination not to have his bloodline live on, this set into motion a political system that was based on military merit and not on family ancestry. This allowed for an elimination of majority of the benefits that are usually associated with being born into a higher social class, as the military had a way of evening out the advantages of the rich.

Ladies in leadership The social system incorporated into Zulu beadwork is yet another indication of the advanced systems that made up the Zulu Kingdom. Incorporated into traditional beadwork are the social values of the community through the use of colour, colour combinations, patterns and shapes. The geometric shapes are part of a communication system that expresses ideas, emotions and facts. The most common messages found in Zulu beadwork relate to gender dynamics within the community. Gender dynamics and social norms regarding the relationships between genders were also passed though the generation via gender specific dances.

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Shaka's political system was able to unite the clan's he conquered without destroying their distinct heritage. Traditional leaders of clans that became subjects of the Zulu Kingdom still retained local administrative authority. In addition upon the disbanding of military groups warriors were encouraged to return to their clan of origin. dignity breeds purpose While the military system created a centralized state by feeding younger generations into the army there is no doubt the cattle worth of the whole Kingdom increased. The pride of the citizens ensure their necessary participation in the economic and social

Sexual intercouse between the amabutho and the young girls posted at the settlements was punishable by death. However when an amabutho was dissolved, after many years of military training and service, the women were given out as brides to the warriors. This system provided all youths with a sense of purpose and an understanding of their role in development of their people, a constant awareness of their ability and responsibility to contribute to the Zulu Kingdom. All good things come to an end Shaka was killed by his brothers on the 24th of September 1828; this day became Shaka Zulu Day and later was changed to Heritage day.

systems that allowed the Zulu Kingdom to grow. The youth of the Kingdom were concentrated in military settlements. The girls were posted at settlements as wards of the King. They participated in dances and traditional ceremonies. The young men of the Kingdom were organised into age-regiments or amabutho. The common sense of identity and belonging was entrenched through the system that gave each amabutho a name and independent lodging within the Royal households.

The most striking aspect of the legend that is Shaka Zulu is the example he provides for African leaders in today’s world. On a continent that is haunted by the contradictory and controversial decision to look to the West for examples of political and economic systems, Shaka presents a truly African alternative. This leader was able to create a Kingdom with a political system that gave purpose to thousands of youths. Not only did this leader provide youths with skills, he instilled in them the desire to dedicate their lives to actively bettering their nation. Shaka was able to unite clans with different backgrounds and simultaneously ensure that the next generation had a connection with their clan’s past. Shaka was able to create an economic

system that did not dependent on the aid of economic mercy of external powers. While the violence and cruelty that occurred at the hands of Shaka Zulu cannot be ignored and is in no way endorsed by this article, Shaka Zulu empowered his people. He believed in the power of his own ideas and took ownership of his inherent strength using it to change the lives of those around him. Africa may not be the most economically powerful continent in the world today but our heritage is strong and our potential is endless, Happy Heritage/Shaka Zulu Day.

It was through this system that Shaka was able to preserve the Royal Houses’ traditional role while incorporating military functionality.

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BLAME IT ON SOCIETY Lwazi Nyanakancesh Nongauza

SWAG is the youth population's highly sought after identity. However, it would seem it's primary function is to fill the gap left by the absence of inherited culture.

“Surely we would rather be loved for who we are than being appreciated for what we are not."

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EXPOSE For a lot of young people, life is about fashion trends, glamour, sexiness, flamboyance, sophisticated designs and upbeat vibes and SWAG is currently one of the socially accepted forms of expression. It is their platform to showcase their beliefs, values and aspirations.

Life could be easy if we understood and accepted the benefits of living according to our own cultures. Our past can provide solutions for the present and guide us to understand our future. Having a solid cultural background makes us less sensible to volatile and superficial trends.

SWAG gives them the opportunity to make statements about who they are - it is all about dressing to kill or to impress. SWAG culture is far more popular than inherited culture amongst young people. Why is that so?

Just think about it - when tourists from Western countries come to South Africa, they want to see real South Africans, not would-be Europeans or Americans. It means that there is something very special about us and our diverse cultures. Why sould any South African hate the privilege of being who he or she really is? Surely we would rather be loved for who we are than being appreciated for what we are not.

Nowadays, most elders donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t impart cultural principles, values and rules anymore. This makes it difficult for the youth to learn about their cultures and family traditions. SWAG culture then often seems to be the only replacement of the void left by the absence of inherited culture. Peer pressure is another reason. Deliberately or not, young people are in a constant competition over outfits, twangs etc. In many cases inherited culture comes across as outdated. Media often impose what can and should be socially accepted. It is through media that the dominant ideas, standards and directions are communicated. Young people are easily swayed by any glamorous and cool trend they see, hear or read in media. South Africa is part of the global village. Young people are therefore being influenced by other youth or external cultures, through cultural exchanges, media, sports etc. The combined social pressure coming from family setups, educational institutions or religious groupings, do contribute to shaping young peopleâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s preference for the SWAG culture. Many people sub-consciously disregard their own cultural standards, norms and values by searching for reasons and alternatives to everything. Sometimes academic teachers can disregard inherited cultures because of their belief in Civilization.

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ALTERNATIVE THINKING

I AM YOU AND YOU ARE ME> Tlholo Modiga

No one really knows where morality came from. Let’s indulge thoughts on the subject, internalizing what is external.

Let’s assume that we all have an innate sense of what is right and wrong – where did this come from? In some cultures, a man can have an unlimited number of wives; in other cultures he may only have one wife. It is interesting that in no culture it is appropriate for a man to have every woman he lusts after – a case for the innate moral compass perhaps?

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hat is morality? Defined most simply, morality is a set of principles concerning the distinction between what’s right and what’s wrong.

Defining definitions.. Back to the concept of morality. So maybe morality is a defined set of principles within a society that supports social cohesion. So then, let’s work with the morality as a socially defined principle. What if we were to look at every human being as a beacon of morality within his or her immediate society, and even within our global society? Every human. Yes, even you. We live in a society that is selfobsessed and inexplicably self-involved, denying any responsibility that it may have within the context of the broader society. Perhaps our culture’s attitude towards moral social responsibility is best captured by retired NBA Star

“looking at every person as a beacon of morality within a society involves an acknowledgement of our oneness, we live in a society that is extremely self-obsessed and inexplicably self-involved”

Charles Barkley’s infamous quote “I’m not a role model… Just because I dunk a basketball doesn’t mean I should raise your kids”. We dismiss the notion that our actions and decisions are inextricably linked to the moral standard and fabric of the society we find ourselves in.

ALTERNATIVE THINKING Blind practice In a practical or immediate context, have we ever sat back while watching the news and tried to identify our role within the attitudes that underpin the atrocities committed on the screen? Of course not, because it’s all ‘out there’, far away from us, committed by ‘those people’. Perhaps we abdicate our social moral responsibility because we are tasting the sweet honey of indulgence in the pursuit of more personal freedoms; shouting YOLO as we twerk and slap booties in the club while blissfully unaware (or in denial) of the attitudes we create for not our own but even generations to follow. One peopple..oneness Again, looking at every person as a beacon of morality within a society involves an acknowledgement of our oneness. Maybe that’s what those Holi Festival of Colors-gigs are really about: an acknowledgement of our oneness despite creed, color or gender; not that they communicate the kind of depth of unity we are discussing here but still, it’s a start. I digress.

the man in the mirror The crazy thing about us as people is that we all want change, we see the problems in society, in countries, in relationship and in psyches, but more than often fail to see the problems within ourselves; we are always going after the proverbial speck in our brothers eye. Added to that, every time we mention change we always think ‘outside’. We sing the song of the characters in Game of Thrones; we hope that if only we can get the right leader, right king or the right political party, all of our problems will be solved. We’ve been looking outward for huge, monumental change as opposed to looking inward to ourselves and at the decisions we make, that literally shape our society. Reject passivity, and accept responsibility for the fiber of our societies.

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FINANCIAL FUNDIS

Quantitive Easing, something like an I.O.U only bigger Nathanael Cronje

Any announcement from the Federal Reserve regarding Quantitive Easing and monetary policy in the USA spells trouble for South Africa and emerging markets. Seeing as it dictates our livelihood’s, let’s try to understand it a little.

uantitive easing is a financial concept of printing money to nurse a wounded economy back to health.

This financial practice might only be recognised by its failures: when the Federal Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe decided to print Zim Dollars and thereby make the currency stronger, it crashed their economy. The attempt to implement Quantitive easing to stabilise the economy after a period of political and socio-economic turmoil was in vein. Unfortunately the people involved in this process might not have grasped the entire concept.

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Printing money is not as simple as it seems. The word “cash pool” is used to describe a country’s collective physical tendered cash. This pool is usually kept at a set level through printing money to compensate for the physical tender that is either lost or destroyed. If a government requires extra funds to be injected into the economy, it is required to apply to the Federal Reserve Bank, in our case the South African Reserve Bank. A trade is then negotiated whereby the government swaps bonds it has fabricated for Federal Reserve funds. This concept is known as Quantitive Easing. Have you ever thought about what makes money valuable? Well, here’s something to think about - an item’s only value is what we place upon it.

Before the monetary system was introduced, the only way to obtain or purchase goods was through trading. An item’s value was determined by its usefulness or accessibility. Thus trading is one of the oldest professions: taking certain items from an area where they are abundant to somewhere where these items cannot be produced would reap substantial rewards. But soon a more efficient way of procuring and purchasing vast arrays of items had to be developed: the introduction of a singular form of currency. Whether is was called coin, dollar, green, or dough, money was the second most important concept created by men. It is our creation, yet we are ruled by it…

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One could ask why we are in a period of financial recession if we could just get the reserve to bail us out? Unfortunately, recession is not a physical event that can be witnessed at one point in time. It’s a gradual slowdown of financial and economic sectors, mostly caused by a domino-effect. Fear is spread amongst investors and as a result hereof, factories and businesses have to downsize or close due to a lack of funding. Combined with inflation and a drop in household income, this affects everyone.

Individual nations have made it through several depressions. Now it is time to push through as a species. “Adversity spurs innovation” - some of history’s greatest depressions were counteracted by overwhelming economic and social leaps forward. The industrial revolution caused us to leap forward not only in industry, but also culture.

Reviving a broken system through Quantitive easing should however not be seen as a solution. We need to focus on the need to find and fix the root issue instead. Although times seem tough, im optimistic for the future of our species. Especially after the recent asteroid events. It might just be the universes way of saying “Hey how’s that space program coming along?”. Just something to think about.

"Individual nations have made it through several depressions. Now it is time to push through as a species."

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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

Jeffrey Mulaudzi

Cherize Ross

Forget about contiki tours, township tours are keeping it local in a celebration of our culture and history. woman.

effrey Mulaudzi, a young entrepreneur, caught the bug and started Mulaudzi Alexandra Tours in 2010. Alexandra, or Alex as it’s commonly known, is one of the poorest urban areas in South Africa situated right next to Sandton, one of the wealthiest suburbs in South Africa. By offering cycling tours of Alex, Mulaudzi Alexandra Tours offers visitors the chance to learn about Alexandra’s history and to connect with the community. Tour-goers are given the opportunity to take part in a real ikasi-style meal and home-brewed beer at a local shebeen. Mulaudzi was born and bred in Alex and always has a passion for tourism. His first client was his hockey coach, who then brought 16 friends back to enjoy a Mulaudzi-style tour. This was the humble beginning of Mulaudzi Alexandra Tours. What started with only two bicycles has

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grown to 24, with another 40 on order. Embracing the energy brought by the Gautrain, tours usually start and end at Marlboro Gautrain station, allowing visitors to easily access the tour en route to or from other Gautrain stations or the airport. Others might be afraid of being stuck in a township after dark, but Mulaudzi tries to change the perception of townships and operates a night tour once a month. Here you have the chance of experiencing traditional dance or catch a poetry session. “The offering always changes, which makes it just as unique as my daytime tours” says Mulaudzi. Being of the techno age, he has mounted cameras on two of the tour bikes to capture the tour and share the experience with his clients and YouTube fans, tantalising potential clients. With an entrepreneurial spirit in tow, Mulaudzi plans on providing bicycle

rentals for tourists commuting from the Sandton Gautrain station. Mulaudzi was selected, along with 14 other entrepreneurs, to travel to the UK as part of the International Trade Programme. This initiative seeks to develop young entrepreneurs’ business acumen, helping them navigate networking events and business and investor pitches. Mulaudzi gushed about the opportunity saying that “a large percentage of tourists who visit South Africa are from the UK. I’m going to be meeting tour operators and other tourism stakeholders in the UK and am aiming to have them include my township tours on their itineraries.”

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

Lindy Dlamini

Cherize Ross

Cherize speaks to Lindy Dlamini about being a professional sangoma in the 21st century and shares their conversation here.

indy Dlamini is a Cape Town based social development trainer and facilitator who’s been practicing as a sangoma since 2007. As a professional she runs community focus groups and administers questionnaires for a research company. Lindy doesn’t view her calling as a sangoma as separate to her profession as a facilitator and trainer, saying that the idea of either one or the other is a Western concept, but views it as something that is a part of her and as such can harmoniously co-exist. Lindy explains that the word ‘sangoma’ is a fairly new description of traditional healers. In the past the West called African traditional healers ‘witch doctors’, linking the practice to darkness and black magic and creating stigma within society and African culture. This brought shame to African people who sought to hide or reject their calling rather than embrace it. With this connotation of darkness and black magic, Africans thought of the calling as an alternative to

religion; that because one was a sangoma one couldn’t also pray. This is a fallacy as traditional healers revere their ancestors, worshipping God. She believes that becoming a sangoma is not something that you choose but something that chooses you, passed on by people who came before you. One would either receive the calling to be a medicinal healer or a prophet, and Dlamini received both from her father and mother’s side respectively. She understood that rejecting her calling would cause internal turbulence. She always thought of herself as different, special, and the calling resonated with her. Her journey started with dreams that she was unable to interpret and so sought assistance within her community. Once her dreams were deciphered it became evident that she had the calling and pursued readings to verify what she

already knew. Aware that this was a path that alienated you from your friends and family, Lindy embraced the changes that were happening to her both emotionally and physically. She broke free from her ego and old self and started on the lonely journey of re-birth. Once she completed her training she struggled to fit into the same society as a different person with new knowledge, taking two years to fully adjust. The misperception that sangomas were “uneducated, stinky people who wore horns and lived in rondavels” is rapidly changing as more and more young, educated and professional Africans are receiving and embracing the calling The calling is about bringing back the dignity of being an African traditional healer, an ancient practice and beautiful process that warrants pride. Being a professional and a sangoma brings a unique understanding of the world and is a bridge between the African and Western worlds.”

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NETWORKING

am i using my roller decks? Liz Heydra

The business card is that essential tool that never stops delivering. Your roller decks are full of them and if you haven't been handing them out you'll be left out.

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here was a time where, whether you worked for a major corporation or ran your own small business, you would never consider going out of the door without a stash of business cards – after all, you never knew who you might meet! However, in an age where it is so easy to connect with the people we meet in order to continue building our professional relationships, it may seem like the business card is out of date, and that giving one out may be a bit of a cheesy move.

professional information. For many career fields, a link to a portfolio site can be an effective way to showcase designs, writing or other projects which will prove to prospective employers that you have the right stuff for your target job. You can also include a QR code which can be scanned by a smartphone and is linked to a website URL so the viewer can get more information.

Whether you are attending a job fair, a career networking event or meeting a contact one-on-one, it's a good idea to have a business card, so it's easy for people you meet to follow up with you. Today's people have the opportunity to present more than just the basic contact information traditionally included with business cards. Of course, your name, job title, employer, cell phone number and email address should be included. If you use a two-sided card, you will be able to include additional information and avoid cluttering the front of the card.

Some people include a tagline on the second side of their card like "A technology consultant with a cuttingedge grasp of networking strategies and a proven record of completing projects on time and within budget." Others will use the back side of the card to list three to five key skills or knowledge assets which they offer to employers. However, it's important not to clutter your card and to leave plenty of white space so it's easy to read. Think about what information will present your candidacy most effectively before you start designing a business card.

Incorporating the address of your LinkedIn Profile provides the opportunity to showcase additional accomplishments and recommendations. A link to a business oriented personal website can also be used to convey

Additionally, a card gives you an easy way to actually give out the details of your social media accounts and email address. While in some situations you may connect with someone there and then using your smartphones, if the plan is to email them

in a couple of days with some information you were going to get for them, a card is a much easier and classier way to exchange details than tapping it laboriously into your phone or trying to find something to write on. Make sure that your card has not only your phone and email, but also (where your company allows, if you are getting corporate business cards) any other useful contact details. This may mean a long list of IM identifiers, Skype numbers, Twitter handles, and LinkedIn and Facebook addresses, but it is worth it to not only give recipients plenty of ways to get hold of you, but also the impression that you are someone who likes to communicate and that they should feel comfortable approaching. If your cards are for your own business then they should definitely also feature the web address for your company or your blog, as well as any general email addresses (for example sales or ‘info’ email accounts). Including these addresses as well as your own gives people the option of contacting you personally or passing on the general contact information to friends.

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AFRICA CONNECT

Africa in ONE Colin Young

Cameroon, an african oasis featuring all the characteristics of the continent in one peaceful, green country. Welcome...

ameroon, well known for makossa music and its national soccer team The Indomitable Lions, is described by some tour guides as â&#x20AC;&#x153;The miniature Africaâ&#x20AC;? showing off remarkable social, cultural and linguistic diversity as well as boasting all the terrain types common in Africa within its borders. In addition to facing some of the common problems associated with post-colonial society it also typefies the newfound confidence and sense of opportunity sweeping across the continent in the 21st century.

In addition to being officially bilingual and multi-ethnic the majority Christian country has a large Muslim minority. What would seem like potential fault lines for a society to be divided upon make the relative stability all the more remarkable - no civil wars and only a marginal seccesionist movement to speak of. Ethnic groups are not spatially divided, ensuring that no group holds sway in any particular region. Workplaces often hire people from multiple background, further enhancing social cohesion.

Strength in diversity... Prior to colonisation, modern day Cameroon was home to a number of disparate tribes and ethnic groups as evidenced by its more than 200 linguistic or ethnic groups in the country currently. It was colonised by Germany in 1884 but after the end of the 1st World War was divided between France and England, the former administering 80% of the country. The French and British sections of Cameroon were unified into a unitary state after independence although divisions still surface between Francophone and Anglophone Cameroon.

Economy on the rise... Economically Cameroon is largely export-dependent with a large section of the population surviving by their involvement in subsistence farming. The country survived a long economic downturn starting in the late 80s, a result of falling commodity prices, to post an almost decade long run of economic growth averaging 4% per year. Most recent figures announced by the World Bank show growth rates of 4% in 2011 and 5% in 2012. The strength or dominance of the agricultural sector is not atypical of post-colonial African countries. The economies were set up by colonial powers to be export-orientated with little focus on growing a domestic market for goods or domestic capacity for secondary or tertiary industry. However, from 2004-2008 public debt was reduced from 60% of GDP to 10% and official reserves quadrupled to over 3 billion US dollars. This, coupled with recent growth rates, point to a brighter future for Cameroon and its people.

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AFRICA CONNECT

YOUR NEIGHBOuR FROM CAMEROON Liz Maelane

Audrey Lewat is a proud Cameronian who has only positives to tell about her native country. Paris-born, Cameroon-raised Audrey Lewat is a 22-year-old International Relations student at the University of Cape Town. Passionate about business and politics, she plans to eventually live and work back home and make a difference, not only through bureaucratic structures but also through writing, music and fashion. Having also attended a prestigious private school in Johannesburg from the age of 15, she has a substantial experience of South Africa but remains indebted to her motherland.

markets weren’t on the middle of the road… Things were more developed and sophisticated here than in Douala, so it did feel less “African”. and education... For my studies, I chose Cape Town because I wanted to be away from Johannesburg, I felt suffocated in that city and I really wanted to leave. School, home and occasional mall outings were my routine and I was quite shielded from the external world.

This is what she had to say: Growing up in Cameroon was so eventful. It was so vibrant and alive. Our lives felt like movies and the emotions we felt were so intense. We didn’t know it then but those were the best years of our lives. Everyone was family, we all had each other’s back – it was a beautiful atmosphere. How do people back in Cameroon perceive South Africa and South Africans? Violence and homosexuality comes to mind when they think about South Africa in Cameroon. My mother was really worried; she thought that I’d be kidnapped at every street corner. Did middle class Johannesburg feel like an “ African” city to you? How was it different from Douala? It didn’t. I was born and I had lived in Paris and it felt closer to Paris than it did to Douala. The roads weren’t broken; the

I think that it was more evident here that I was at a Caucasian school. In Cameroon, in every of the school that I went to, they were people of other races but they were more Cameroonian than most of us. They would speak like us and dress like us. We all had the same kinds of fun and even when we didn’t, somehow our cultures seemed to gel quite effortless. But here, I noticed the difference right away. There were Black people, White people, and Indians , although those groups made attempts at being one, the difference was still there. It was an adjustment for me because I had never considered race to be such an important issue - I didn’t notice it in my other schools but here, I just couldn’t escape it. I was Black and most of the people I hung out with were Black. So the dynamics were different from home, race didn’t come up as an issue there.

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CAMPUS CONNECT

Campus Connect Sanelisiwe Ntabeni

Studying at any university can be daunting, but it all depends on what you want. Playing catch up is a never ending task - only you can stop the

ake a step back and look at the priorities you have set. What are they? When you enrolled in a tertiary institution, you knew you would have to let go of attributes that would hinder you in achieving your goals. You want to graduate and to establish yourself in the working world. You want to be the next CEO. Your dreams and desires drove you to take a step further and you are accountable to those that are paying for your tuition. Of course you also want to have fun, but if your academic success is at risk, you will need to sacrifice a night of fun and study instead…

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Here’s what you can also do: Set realistic goals. No one knows you better than you do yourself. You know what you are capable of and you know your work ethics. Draw a weekly schedule identifying what needs to be done and when. Set deadlines and complete the tasks within the designated time. Eat well and sleep. Exhausting yourself won’t work. Your mind can only process truncated amounts of information at a time and overloading leads to negating some of the work learned. Stay hydrated by drinking water. Instead of going for

commercialised energy supplements and medication that boosts mental stimulation, look for natural alternatives. Summarise the work covered. Dedicate a day for each subject. Also to keep up with the current work, summarise the work at the end of each chapter or section. This helps with having summarised notes already prepared before tests or exams. Rome was not built in a day; here are a few tips to get you going: 1. Check your lecture plan and pre-read before classes to know what's going on. That way you can also focus on the work

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and lecturers’ explanation on sections you do not understand. 2. Take quick and easy notes. Your notes are written by yourself for yourself. No need to focus on how they look – this only deters your attention and leads you not to be focused on what is being taught. 3. Plan your social activities around your academics. If you want to go out on Saturday night, make sure you’re up to date with your work. If you’re a socialite, form a study group. If your friends study a different course from you, plan study break time to bond, chill and talk. 4. The way you think about things and yourself reflects on your work. If you don’t get the grade you hoped to achieve, be positive and optimistic and work on achieving it the next time. Take any form of assessment as a make or break moment for you in the working world. 5. Stay motivated. Studying can be a bore at times, visualise your success and the position you want to be in. With time, dedication and perseverance all can be achieved.

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LIFE SKILLS

Signs of the times Cherize Ross

Instead of thoughtless hand gestures, use sign language as a more intentional way of getting your point across.

Working with a deaf colleague is challenging as we often have long written conversations that ends in confusion. It would be so much easier if we could just talk to Bob. It might sound a little obvious, but it took me a few months to realise that if we learnt Sign Language we would be able to ‘talk’ to Bob. Google defines sign language as a system of communication using visual gestures and signs, as used by deaf people; hearing

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people are also inclined to use visual gestures and signs to communicate. While waving our hands wildly during conversation to emphasise our point might be involuntary, we are engaging in a more informal non-verbal form of communication. Think about the following scenarios… You’re waiting for a taxi. As you see the white Hiace approaching your streetcred kicks in and instinctively you point your left index finger up. Without a word, because no one in the taxi will be able to hear you, you ask “do you have space for one more driver?” or “are you going to town?” You pass someone you know and slightly nod your head or wave your hand…not a word passes your lips. You see a friend and in response to their greeting you point your right thumb up, answering without speaking. They know you mean “ke shap” or “I’m all good”.

Communication experts have stated that non-verbal communication makes up more than 70% of your communication, including posture, gestures, facial expressions and eye movements. Body language is quite different from sign language in that sign language is intentional. Sign Language isn’t only a way to learn how to communicate with deaf people but studies have shown that sign language helps us learn things that we don’t have a vocabulary for and is popular as a teaching tool for younger kids. There are a number of courses offered where you can learn sign language. Fingerspelling will help you get the hang of intentionally using your hands to communicate. The manual technique used to indicate specific numbers and letters will teach you the basics.

remember my first day at my current job. As one does, I went around the office saying “Hi” to everyone. I finally reached Bob. I smiled politely and introduced myself. Bob stared at me. I thought he hadn’t heard me so I repeated myself. He continued to stare at me. I awkwardly backed out of the room and closed the door. When I reached my desk I asked one of my new colleagues, “Why didn’t Bob answer me?” That’s when I found out that Bob is deaf and although he can lip-read; he thought he’d have a little fun with me.

Sign language helps us express things that we don’t have a vocabulary for.

CAREER ADVICE

THE MARKET IS FLOODED, MAKE YOUR OWN Cherize Ross

The start of something new is exciting and can have big impact, but requires hard work, passion and focus.

pring is a time when the earth recreates itself. The earth has shaken off the cold of winter. Flower buds blossom, fresh dew on the grass glistens and the crisp morning air makes us feel alive.

"Without innovation we might still all be roaming the streets in horse-drawn carriages."

Spring is an opportunity for us to reimagine ourselves. Reimagining and recreating a world is what entrepreneurs do, innovating our world. Without innovation we might still all be roaming the streets in horse-drawn carriages. Forbes challenged the idea of what it means to be an entrepreneur and has extended the definition beyond someone who has ‘started their own business’ to include the characteristic mindset of someone who identifies and pursues opportunities. Mandla Sibeko is that guy. From a young age Sibeko had made the decision to become an entrepreneur, He started his first business, Born Free Media, at the age of 24 and was responsible for coproducing the 1976-set TV series “When We Were Black”. He was then involved in producing 90 Plein Street and Noah’s Ark. He was also the first person to open a supermarket, a Pick n Pay, in a township. Sibeko’s achievements extend to being responsible for the look and feel of the signage and branding for the 2010 World Cup.

the intricate arranging and selling of flowers, Sibeko saw the opportunity to be a part of a dynamic new business and is the chairperson of Netflorist. Netflorist is a leading and highly successful South African company that has grown to include an international footprint. This venture is also not all that Sibeko is pursuing. His ambition is currently set on providing technology that helps to create safer working environment for mines. To become a successful entrepreneur one would need to have a solid idea. You need to do all the necessary research to make sure that the idea has substance while ensuring you have sufficient business skills. Giving your ideas legs is the hardest part. The phrase 1% inspiration and 99% perspiration comes to mind. Find opportunities where you can meet people who have done what you want to do and ask their advice. Once you’ve developed a business plan you can start looking for funding. It’s tough out there but in Sibeko’s words “We need to create a thriving culture of entrepreneurship and really inspire our youth to believe that it is possible to start something.”

Sibeko’s career hasn’t been limited to a single industry though. While some might think that being a florist is simply

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FEEL GOOD

INKULUFREEHEID! Khanya Jack

The non-partisan InkuluFreeHeid is a political movement aimed at creating a network of political thinkers to influence policies and political structures in South Africa.

ith South Africa’s fifth general democratic elections fast approaching, the country’s youth has come under great scrutiny due to their poor participation in the country’s past elections. The youth played a pivotal role in ending apartheid, however, following the country’s first democratic elections most argue that the youth’s role has diminished in South Africa’s political process. People often refer to today’s youth as the “passive generation” “the generation with no real struggle”. In truth, this “passive generation” is vulnerable and faces different challenges compared to the youth of earlier years.

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The loudhailer of the youth In the constant struggle to bring forth the voices of today’s youth, InkuluFreeHeid comes as an innovative and creative nonpartisan political movement. Taking advantage of today’s hyperconnectivity and social networks, the organization seeks to find ways to restore social cohesion and youth participation in South Africa’s political system by building a network of young political thinkers and using young people’s ideas to influence the country’s policies and political structures. a simple vision Established in February 2013 by co-founders Sizwe Mpofu-Walsh, Erik de Ridder,

Lefu Dlamini, Ziyanda Kenya and Mhlanganisi Madlangwane, InkuluFreeHeid’s mission is to build a non-partisan movement that seeks to work and act on social, political and economic issues facing the country. It is to “enhance freedom, promote dignity and realize the vision of an economically empowered and truly free South Africa”; with the objectives of uniting South Africa, by “deepening democracy, enhancing social cohesion and finding solution to pressing contemporary economic challenges”. In an interview he did on SAfm recently, when asked what inspired the name “InkuluFreeHeid” co-founder Sizwe

FEEL GOOD responded “if we had a Xhosa name, or a Zulu name we would alienate a whole group of people, and if we just had an English name we would do the same. So we thought how can we innovate right from the back and have a name that includes everyone.” country wide footprint With their headquarters in Johannesburg, IFH works with a group of young people from across the country, with a strong presence in Kwa-Zulu Natal, the Eastern Cape, Western Cape and Gauteng. The Eastern Cape team consists of more than 40 IFH organizers, and operates in both rural and urban areas of the province. People can join the movement by going to the IFH website and registering as either a member or an organizer for the organization.

This will further allow people to be more cognizant of the issues facing South Africa. According to the IFH team, “beyond talking the talk, we’re building a movement of South Africans that walk the walk of freedom.”

with Africa Unite, IFH in the Western Cape also hosted a soapbox on the same day in Gugulethu, which was a public platform to give the community an opportunity to voice their opinions and feelings about the roles and restrictions of South African women in our country.

Our vote, our voice Currently IFH is working on the “Our Vote. Our Voice. Democracy starts with an X” campaign. This is a strictly non-partisan campaign aimed at increasing youth engagement and participation in the upcoming 2014 National General Election.

everyone gets a slice In honor of Women’s Month, the Eastern Cape IFH team partnered up with various institutions for the “Stop Women and Child Abuse and Rape Power Walk” on the 31st of August in Port Elizabeth. This was done to unify communities and people from all walks of life in the fight again women and child abuse.

This is done through facilitating conversations on shared hopes for the country, with the aim of finding innovative solutions for people’s common goals and repairing divides between people, public and private institutions.

Funds raised at the event will be going towards upgrading security, educating survivors on available opportunities for them and providing assistance to a home for children who have been victims of rape and abuse in the area. In partnership

a challenge to all In the country’s quest to reconciliation and dealing with the socio-economic challenges of our time, InkuluFreeHeid is the perfect example of the South African youth taking matters into their own hands. By creating and facilitating a platform to influence policies and practice our true democratic rights, the movement illustrates that rather than looking to politicians and other forms of “influential” authoritative structures to deal with the challenges we face, we all have the right and ability to participate in making a change in our country.

“Beyond talking the talk, we’re building a movement of South Africans that walk the walk of freedom.”

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OPPORTUNITIES

Coca Cola internships Polokwane Limpopo

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Requirements: Grade 12, Candidates must have completed a Logistics National Diploma or relevant Degree in Logistics, Proficiency in English is essential, Computer literacy in Excel and Word is essential. Good communication skills and maintain a high level of customer service, Willing to travel, Willing to work overtime, Candidate must be able to work independently and use his/her own discretion when making decisions.

Cerebro Neuro Studios, Inc. currently building out magical technologies in the field of Neuroscience would like to offer interested, high potential BSc, MSc and PhD learners in computer science an opportunity to gain valuable practical experience working on a variety of practical assignments. Contact: admin@ cerebroneurostudios.com

Digital Internships Cape Town

Nedbank Graduates Programme Various Fields

Requirements: A tertiary Journalism qualification, At least a two year experience working on an online environment and an understanding of digital content. SEO, video and HTML skills are advantageous, Excellent language skills Good time-management skills Full of ideas Energetic, enthusiastic and creative A valid driver's license

Nedbank is offering graduates the opportunity to choose their career from the very start. So, whether you are interested in beginning your career journey in specialist fields such as: Accounting, Risk, Information Technology, Investment Banking or Quantitative Analysis or would rather first explore other areas in banking to become a wellrounded manager ... your ambition has our attention.

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Medi Clinic Internships Various Areas Who to apply? Current registration with The South African Pharmacy Council and currently in final year of study towards Pharmacist Qualification Concern for Excellence E.G. Accuracy and adherence to Standards and Standard Operating Procedures Sound Judgment and problem solving skills Ability to function independently and work well within a team Informed regarding industry matters and implement changes when required Computer literacy with specific reference to MS Office packages Consistent ethical behavior Availability to participate in Stock takes and CPD Events Value and Support Diversity in the workplace Service commitment Willingness to work overtime (Including weekends when required)

Marketing Graduate Internship DAV is offering marketing internships Contact: 021 468 7000 or cptinfo@dav.co.za

Graphic design internship Who to apply? Fluent in English Excellent written and oral communication skills All design capabilities Excellent editing skills Demonstrate problem-solving abilities and creative solution strategies Willingness to work additional hours Contact: Antoinett on (011) 467 5859

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OPPORTUNITIES

ISS Internship ISS seeks to recruit an Internship – Conflict Management and Peace Building, based in Pretoria. This is a six-month Internship. The successful candidate will have good analysis and communication skills. S/he will be knowledgeable in the fields of post-conflict reconstruction, peace building, South African foreign policy, and gender, peace and security in Africa. Requirements: Honours degree; Excellent research, language and writing skills; Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines; Willingness to learn; Contact: Isaac Sihadi on pretoriajobs@issafrica.org.

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Tourism Internship with KickStart KickStart has a local internship position available for a South African student who would like to gain work experience in marketing and research in the tourism industry. Applicant requirements: Student of tourism studies At least 20 years old Good English, written and spoken Good team player Efficiency, high energy, high motivation, self-discipline

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Bookkeeper Requirements Diploma/certificate/national diploma or equivalent At least three years' working within a financial or similar environment General accounting system knowledge - Pastel experience is essential Working knowledge of relevant legislation, e.g. FICA Knowledge of Excel and proven track record in the use thereof Contact: Luturchia Arends luturchia@ragesa.co.za

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Team PA Don't miss out on this great opportunity to work with a top asset management company. Your ability to work under a high pressured environment, deal with external clients in a professional manner is the key. Your Matric as well as a Secretarial Diploma together with not more than five years PA experience within financial services, legal or audit environment will ensure that managing all travel arrangements, liaising with clients and juggling a host of administrative experience becomes second nature. Tackle this challenge both hands! Contact Lindsay Sher: (021) 4687000 or lindsay.sher@davct.net.

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OPPORTUNITIES

LegalWise: Bursary Programme 2014

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Who can apply: Applicant should be able to speak, read and write English, and at least one other official language. Bursary applications are invited from people who aim to study full time, or are already studying full time towards a university degree for a BCom (Business Administration), BCom (Law) or a LLB Degree.

Who can apply?

Candidates must have completed their first year of studies. Candidates that excel in Mathematics and Structural Analysis will be given preference.

E-mail: khadijad@legalwise.co.za

Closing Date: 13 October 2013

Bursaries: Dept. of Transport & Public Works (WC) Preference will be given to residents of the Western Cape who are: Financially disadvantaged, Women and Persons who permanently reside in rural areas The successful candidates will be required to enter into legally binding agreements with the Department, which require service commitments during, and upon completion of their studies. Contact: Jo-Anne.Beukes@ westerncape.gov.za or Lee. Maggott@westerncape.gov.za. Closing date: 30 September 2013

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Students in BSC Civil Engineering, B. Eng, B.Ing and NDip Civil Engineering.

Bursary Opportunities: TCTA Project Naledi 2014 TCTA is calling for learners who are planning to undertake undergraduate studies at identified institutions of higher learning in South Africa to apply for a bursary in: B Sc Civil/Mechanical, B Sc Environmental Science/ Management, B Bus Science (Finance), B Bus (Banking/ Economic Science), B Sc Sanitation and Water E-mail: info@tcta.co.za.

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The South African Square Kilometre Array Project - Call for bursary and fellowship applications for 2014

Auditor-General of South Africa Bursary Programme 2014

Who can apply?

Requirements:

B.Sc. Mathematics and Physics, up to and including honours level. B.Eng. (electronic / mechatronic), up to and including forth year level. National Diploma - Electronic and Mechanical Engineering, up to and including B.Tech. Level. MSc and PhD - Engineering and Science research related to MeerKAT and SKA: Engineering and methodology projects should have direct relevance to the technologies and techniques used by MeerKAT and SKA, and science projects should be based on observational radio astronomy topics that have clear link to MeerKAT and SKA science (using data from existing archives, especially KAT-7 and the science verification observations with MeerKAT and new observations using current operating observatories).

Must be studying or intending to study towards a qualification as a Chartered Accountant (i.e. BCom Accounting CA stream, Bachelor of Accounting CA stream and BCompt) at a University accredited by the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA). Bursary holders are required to serve articles / training contract with the organisation on completion of their studies as per the bursary contract.

Closing date: 30 September 2013

ALTECH Academy Bursary Who can apply? High school leavers and current university students

Bursaries are awarded to South African citizens only. Deadline for applications: 15 September 2013

University of Pretoria Bursaries The University of Pretoria has several external bursaries that are offered to students for different qualifications and different purposes. If you are a student at the University of Pretoria then have a look at which of these bursaries might best suit your needs and fall into a category that is along the same lines as

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Sugar Industry Trust Fund for Education (SITFE)

Limpopo Public Works Department Bursary for 2014

Who can apply?

Candidates must be:

Applicants from the sugarcane growing provinces of KwaZuluNatal and Mpumalanga Applicants must be South African citizens Preference will be given to students from rural communities and who consider pursuing a career in rural regions

South African and:

Closing date: Thursday, 31 October 2013

Bursaries: Dept. of Health & Social Development, Gauteng Preference will be given to those who: Excel academically and/or demonstrate potential. Those not previously benefited from the Gauteng Department of Healthâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bursary Fund. Those that are not currently benefiting from any other bursary scheme. Contact: aubrey.ditshego@ gauteng.gov.za Closing date: 30 September 2013

Intending to or studying towards a degree/diploma at a recognized South African tertiary institute. Proof of academic results for grade 12 or alternatively be in possession of an acceptable alternate qualification. Individuals accepted by the university/technikon. Final year students at institutions of higher learning. Closing date: Thursday, 31 October 2013

Investec Bursary for 2014 Who can apply? Students in Commerce (Economics, Business Economics, Accounting, Investments and Finance), BCom Informatics, BSc Computer Science, BSc Information, Technology, BIT-Bachelors of Information Technology, BIS-Bachelor of Information Science, Business Science, Science and Mathematics, Engineering and Commercial LLB. Closing Date: 30 September 2013

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Department of Agriculture Forestry and Fisheries Bursary for 2014

Monash scholarships

The Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Republic of South Africa is offering 2014 bursary awards. About 16 fields of study are available for thsese bursaries.

To be eligible for a scholarship with us you must first be accepted into your course at Monash South Africa

Closing Date: 30 September 2013

Western Cape Public Works Bursary for 2014 Who can apply? Preference will be given to residents of the Western Cape who are: Financially disadvantaged, Women and persons who permanently reside in rural areas

Who can apply?

Closing date: 14 December for Semester One and 31 May for Semester Two.

Canon Collins Trust Who can apply? Canon Collins Trust runs scholarship programmes in South Africa and the UK. We award scholarships independently of higher education institutions. The eligibility criteria and value of award vary between the different programmes.

Closing Date: 30 September 2013

TOTAL are handing bursaries to students studying towards a formal qualification at either an FET college or a university. Who can apply? Preference will be given to fulltime tuition at an FET college or a university in order for them to

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SPORTS

South Africa’s no-nonsense defender Candice Georgias

At only 28 years old, she’s been to two Olympic Games. No small feat by any measure. Meet Lenise Marais, the rock in South Africa’s defence.

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SPORTS

t’s been a tough year for the South African Sports Confederation and Olympic Committee (SASCOC). The body has repeatedly been in the media for negative reasons and multiple suspensions and embarrassments have hit the federation. In the face of such adversity, one would expect all the athletes involved to suffer greatly as a result. Quite a few of them have. The administration issues have run off and spilt into some member federations like Athletics South Africa (ASA). a clean federation There is one federation that has not made the press throughout all of this. This is for good and bad reasons. The good is that the federation is out of trouble while the bad is that the sport is not performing well enough to make the news week in and week out. The South African Hockey Association (SAHA) is about the administration, development and co ordination of all activities of the game within South Africa in areas such as coaching umpiring and playing whether at International, Provincial, Clubs and Schools. South African Hockey is a member of SASCOC, the Africa Hockey Federation (AHF) and the International Hockey Federation (FIH). South African Hockey has 3 full time staff. A General Manager and an Administrator based in Tshwane and a National Youth Manager based in Port Elizabeth. The Executive Board comprises of volunteers. It would seem simplicity is the order of the day. I personally love the sport it was and still

is my favourite sport, it’s my passion to play, just being on the hockey field and doing your thing you’re in you element , because it is what you love doing. Simple begginings Lenise Marais is 28 years old; she was born in Durban in April 29 1985. She attended New Forest High School then went onto tertiary at Stellenbosch University and there she achieved a degree in BA Sports Science. Marais now plays professional hockey representing South Africa in the Women’s Team. She made her national debut in 2005. The no-nonsense defender says her role model is hockey legend Minke Booitje. Lenise has represented her country in many major tournaments including the World Cup, Commonwealth Games, Champions Challenge, and African Cup of Nations. the greatest stage... The Mecca for any athlete is the Olympic Games and Marais has seen two! The young lady who wears jersey number 21 has established herself as a first team regular. In an interview after the recent games said “All the games at the Olympics are tough. We opened up our Olympic campaign against Argentina who won the silver medal, and it didn’t get any easier after that.” She then goes on to comment “Our final pool game against USA, we managed a convincing win which gave us a bounce in our step. One of my best moments during the Olympics would have to be saving a ball flying into the goal off the line, got the heart pumping and boosted my confidence.”

match and our performance means that we have now jumped up to number ten in the world rankings, now that is an achievement! Obviously we have seen which areas we need to work more on and will do that. But as mentioned, a move up the table is very rewarding, now for a few more places.” she smiles mischievously. When asked about having experienced two Olympics at such a tender age, she ignores the obvious and says “London did well! There were obviously some difficulties but overall we were all very impressed! Beijing will always be very special to me; it was my first Olympics so experiencing all my Olympic firsts. But having the honour of competing at both was fantastic!” Marais is a very young talented you lady and she is still going strong and shoes no sign of slowing down anytime soon in her career. She is very determined in what she does. The advice she gives to young players is to concentrate on what you want to achieve. Although disappointments happen and hurt, they build you.

“It was a sweet feeling not having to play the eleventh and twelfth classification

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TRAVEL

It’s a jungle out here! Muneeb Jacobs

Let's take a short left through the Titsikamma National Park, an extraordinary protected area on the Garden Route.

rom an aerial view this lush oasis stretches from the Bloukrans River in the West to Eersteriver in the East and is bordered by an impressive mountain range. Rolling hills covered with indigenous plants offer an inspiring view of beauty and tranquillity. Spectacular waterfalls and gorges make it obvious why ‘the place of many waters’ is considered as the crown jewel of the Garden Route. Welcomed by well informed and helpful staff at the central reception area, you are provided with enough information to navigate through the park. We are informed that the mild all-year climate allows visitors to enjoy great outdoor activities, but also that we should be respectful of mother nature and take precaution when encountering animals and plant life, always staying in the indicated visitors’ area…

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As we set out to discover this National Park, we encouter a Cape Clawless Otter, the celebrity of this area. The most famous hiking trail is actually named after our new friend, “the Otter Trail”, and is described as “one of the best trails in the world”. The park has many hiking trails of varying lengths, the Dolphin Trail being physically less demanding. What really draws our attention are the fantastic activities this impressive National Park has on offer: Black water tubing, Hog Hollow horse riding, canopy tours and so much more all activities can be pre-booked in order for you to plan your fear factor moments in advance. Of course, a maximum safety is guaranteed to all guests. Another curiosity Tsitsikamma lodge, rated with four stars on Trip Advisor and also described as “the gateway to paradise”. For the more adventurous, the park offers a camping site with ample facilities.

HERE ARE SOME QUICK POINTERS TO HELP YOU PLAN YOUR TRIP: • You’re most likely to see dolphins, porpoises, the African Black Oyster Catcher, Knysna Lourie, Cape Clawless Otter and the Blue Duiker • There is an à la carte-restaurant that serves light refreshments • The shop sells basic commodities and souvenirs • A fuel station can be found at Storms River Bridge • An information desk is available to assist guests • Communal Laundromat and ironing room in campsite The National Park is accessible via the N2 and offers an enjoyable “break away” in a breathtaking setting.

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GREEN ZONE

Become carbon conscious. Kirsty Mostert The idea that you can do nothing to change the environment stops here... become carbon conscious and you can administer the change you want to see.

e have all heard of the rapid increase of global warming and the devastating effects it is wreaking on the world. We have even experienced the effects after staying out in the summer sun or coming across snow in winter.

personal capacity is ever going to emit as much carbon as China or even their local transportation company. This is a mindset that needs to be changed so people become aware that targeting their own Carbon Footprint is the first step in resolving the crisis.

to be silent is to condone Many people see the crisis as but feel that there is nothing that they can do. The truth is you do not have to be a member of the United Nations to make a change and become environmentally savvy. To start the aiding of this modern day crisis it is as simple as targeting your own Carbon Footprint

be proactive, be informed There are various ways to go about measuring nations, organisations, or individuals approximate carbon emissions. To measure your own carbon output is as simple as taking an online Greenhouse gas emission assessment or partaking in an activity known as carbon accounting. These assessments will ask you questions based on things such as your diet, use of electricity,

by definition A Carbon Footprint refers to the total number of greenhouse gases emitted every year which contributes to global warming and the changes in our climate. Carbon is the main gas responsible for global warming, produced by individuals, organisations, events and various means of production. Some people might brush this off, after all, no one in their

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means of transport and home size. According to your answers your Carbon Footprint will be measured and from here you will be able to judge what changes need to be made in your lifestyle to achieve your goal of taking charge of your environment and becoming carbon conscious.

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find themselves in a position where they can contribute. Organisations and celebrities alike are hopping on the carbon reduction bandwagon.

might not be as comfortable as your car and the farmers market may be further than Woolies, but in the long run it is truly astounding how such small changes can make such a significant difference.

own your responsibilty There are many achievable ways of reducing or neutralising your Carbon Footprint. This neutrality begins with reduction. A few simple ways of doing this may be using public transport or even walking where possible, recycling, using local or recycled products, eating locally sourced foods and in general consuming responsibly. Yes, the local bus or taxi

ball hard! Once this has been done and you have made all the changes that you feel are realistic, you may choose to buy an offset. Buying an offset is contributing to projects that reduce Greenhouse gas emissions. The projects perform tasks such as restoring forests or updating the energy efficiency of transportation or buildings. Offsets are voluntary and of course not an option to everybody (we all have bills to pay) but may be good compensation for big organisations or to individuals who

hollywood is into too Celebrities are some of the key contributors to carbon omissions with their jet set lifestyle, rolling only in the latest high fuel consuming vehicles and only flying private. Celebs such as Brad Pitt and Leonardo Dicaprio are trying to change this reckless image by making going ‘Green’ cool. Driving environmentally friendly electric cars and serving on the boards of different environmental boards has become the order of the day, and slowly being carbon conscious is becoming more recognised and respected. When looking at as large a threat as global warming it is refreshing and relieving to come to the realisation that with a few easy steps we can also make a difference, not only for ourselves but for future generations. Make the first move, become carbon conscious and reap the reward.

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GADGETS

Smart Watch Peter Philip

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GADGETS If you use Android, on either smartphone or tablet, Sony SmartWatch 2 is your ideal smartwatch partner this summer !

It’s an easy and convenient watch from which you can access notifications from your wrist such as messages, calls, E-mail, Facebook or Twitter and Calendar. Useful as a remote for your Walkman or other digital media player, the Sony SmartWatch 2 is also ideal when paired with large-screen devices, such as the newly announced Xperia Z Ultra, in situations that call for discrete usage. SmartWatch 2 introduces new features as a natural successor to the current Sony SmartWatch such as NFC connectivity for onetouch pairing. It is a stunning premium design and offers a range of technologies including higher resolution for sharper viewing, better visibility even in sunlight, longer battery stamina, more intuitive interface, standalone watch functionality and a wide range of pre-installed and recommended apps. SmartWatch 2 can also be personalised with any standard 24mm wristband and new Sony watchstraps which will soon be available for further expression of your personal style.

Download a host of SmartWatch apps and experience a range of unique functions – many of which can even be enjoyed without ever needing to reach for your phone: • Handle your calls by a simple touch of your wrist • Take a photo remotely from your SmartWatch, using a smart camera app • Control your presentations remotely using Presentation Pal • Taking a run or on the bike? Select a mapping app on SmartWatch to check your route with a quick glance at your wrist • Read previously downloaded e-mails when not connected to your phone • Use lifestyle apps like Runtastic to map and instantly track your fitness activities on the go Quickly and easily adjust the tracks and volume on your music player, without ever taking your phone from your pocket SmartWatch 2 is also both sleek and reassuringly robust thanks to its water and dust resistant design, giving you the freedom to enjoy it in Camps bay and Clifton this summer or simply on the go – come rain or shine.

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GADGETS

AquaPac waterproof bags Want to take your camcorder, music player or phone to the beach, but worried about leaving it unguarded when you go for a dip? If so, buy an AquaPac, waterproof bags that you can sling around your neck or waist, or wear on your arm, so you can take your gadgets with you. There’s a variety of bags to choose from, suitable for everything from digital cameras to iPods. Even SLR cameras enable you to take shots up to 5m underwater. The bags are ideal for camping holidays or music festivals, when inclement weather can spell

Muji travel adaptor This device is compact and easy to use. Simply slide out the correct configuration of plug points for the country and socket type. It works in 150 countries, and the interface socket – that’s the plug that connects to your hairdryer or mobile phone charger – is compatible with UK, European, US and Australian plug types. Handy, if you’re travelling in a mixed group, or have bought some cut-price gadgets abroad with local plugs included.

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GADGETS Flip Ultra HD Behold the pocket-sized camcorder, the Flip Ultra HD. A compact video camera with 8GB of built-in memory that’s capable of recording up to two hours of high-definition footage. Flips are easy to use, with no manual settings, apart from zoom. The 2in1 screen is a good size for framing shots, and sound recording is surprisingly good, as well as the performance in low-light environments. It uses rechargeable AA batteries, too, so you’ll never run out of juice. In addition, you can watch your high-definition footage on a HDready television by hooking the Flip to your TV using an HDMI cable. The camera is pre-loaded with editing software so you can trim your holiday clips and upload them to YouTube in a

Cool-er ebook reader Don’t fill your suitcase with heavy paperbacks – invest instead in this slim, compact ebook reader, and load it up with your favourite reads. You can store hundreds of books on the Cool-er, and the battery lasts for 8,000 page-turns on a single charge. The eInk screen is easy on the eye, and remains legible in bright sunlight. The Cool-er is compatible with a wide variety of ebook formats, so if you can’t find what you’re looking for on its own bookstore, other online retailers such as Waterstone’s

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REVIEWS

BOOKS Hope Mekgoe

n 1998 South Africa’s biggest book industry associations such as PASA (Publishers’ Association of South Africa), SABA (South African Booksellers’ Association), PIFSA (Printing Industries Federation of South Africa) PAMSA (Paper Manufacturers’ Association of South African), PMSA (Print Media South Africa) came together to create an initiative that will benefit the nation, and in 2002 the NGO received a R4, 5 million grant by the DAC and a full time Secretariat was established.

into the sector to better serve South Africa.

Their business plan committed itself to promoting reading through co-ordinated programmes, support for black economic empowerment in the print industries, support for small and medium enterprises

to increase diversity of ownership and product and most importantly to stimulate writing and development of appropriate product. The initiative also strives to improve the educational material provision and retention as well as public access to print material. The annual National Book Week will take place from the 2-7 of September 2013 during this time all involved in reading; schools, libraries, reading promotion projects and corporate social investments programmes, are encouraged to celebrate the magic of books. It aims at encouraging and promoting reading, not only of just any books but local books and local language and diverse content books. It also aims at transforming and investing

The Great African Society- Hlumelo Biko

The Memory of Love- Aminatta Forna

Coconut- Kopano Matlwa

The fascinating Hlumelo Biko is no stranger to rhetoric, his new work entitled “The Great African Society” is a gallant critique of Mzansi’s past and present and an inspiring blueprint for a nation that, its author argues, is soon to be in danger of counteracting hard-won political and economic achievement.

This attention clutching work by the beautiful Scottish-born British writer untangles the aftermath in Freetown in 2001 of the civil war in which hundreds of thousands of Sierra Leoneans were killed, injured or forced to take refuge in neighbouring Guinea and Liberia. Everyone in Freetown has a story to tell.

In the novel Coconut, the young intelligent and exciting Dr Kopano Matlwa and breaks down the know-hows of growing up black in white suburbs, where the cost of fitting in can be your very identity. Redefining what it means to be young, black and beautiful in the New South Africa.

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This incredible initiative assists schools, especially in black dominated or disadvantaged areas and encourages children to read at an early age while maintaining a South African legacy by encouraging readers to read more proudly South African and African material. They have over 10 development initiatives which includes “Love to Read” with the mission of encouraging a love for reading in pre-school children, it also exists to develop a sustainable initiative that effectively encourages literacy and teaches care-givers how to encourage a love for reading in young children.

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MUSIC Hope Mekgoe

rom the earliest colonial days until the present time, South African music has created itself out of the mingling of local ideas and forms with those imported from outside the country from countries such as Mozambique and Lesotho, giving it all a special twist that carries with it the unmistakeable flavour of a rainbow nation. African music is no doubt a unique vibrant mix of sounds that brings with it various imported sounds borrowed from numerous directions, for instance during the Dutch colonial era, from the 17th century on, indigenous tribes and slaves imported from the east adapted Western musical instruments and ideas. The KhoiKhoi people developed the ramkie, a guitar instrument with three to four strings, based on that of Malabar slaves, and used it to blend Khoi and Western folk songs. During the 7th annual SATMA awards ceremony, the ceremony dedicated to celebrate, honour and award traditional

musicians all across racial and ethnic background, a very fresh and novel music genre was once again recognized and the very young and talented Joburg group, The Soil, was awarded the Best Afro Soul award for their self-titled album The Soil. The four member acapella singing group whose music can best be described as “Kasi-Soul”. With Afro Soul being a genre of blended harmonies with poetry, the group endeavours to fuse their voices to deliver melodic and harmonious messages that are aimed at uplifting and healing souls across the globe. With their new 2013 music release, the sensational group continues to travel across South Africa and across the globe to best deliver this amazing proudly South African experience of Afro Soul. Another proudly SA genre of music is Maskandi , this is the one genre that has stood the test of time and is a famous Zulu folk music genre that has evolved with South African society. Over the years the genre has been dominated by musicians such the late gifted Busi Mhlongo and the

famous Ihashi Elimhlophe, however last year was a chance for new musicians to be recognized in the genre. This genre is distinguished by an instrumental flourish called “Izihlabo” that typically sets the tone of each song in a unique guitar style that is usually followed by rapidly spoken Zulu poetry or else known as “Izibongo”. 2012’s Best Maskandi Album award went to the exciting and innovative group Ithwasa Langempela. After releasing their album Amahlubuka, the group proved once again that the Zulu folk genre rules in terms of sales. With their innovative style of collaborating with different artists such as Chesterville, the group is sure transforming the sound played from cheap, portable instruments into the modern day version of Maskandi.

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movies Hope Mekgoe

BLACK BEULAHS

BAHRAIN: FORBIDDEN COUNTRY

FILM BY: Fanney Tsimong #LGBT Rights #Freedom of Expression #Soweto

FILM BY: Stéphanie Lamorré #Middle East #Investigative doc #Arab Spring #Democracy

Inspired by the revolutionary wave that had swept over the Arab world, the people of Bahrain take their wrath against a repressive government to the streets. Stéphanie Lamorré enters Bahrain, a country forbidden to any journalist, and follows the people still risking everything for their freedom.

Black Beulahs is a revealing documentary about being black and gay in the township of Soweto. The film is intimately filmed from the perspective of director Fanney Tsimong, looking at the lives of three of his closest friends: Somizi is a television personality, actor dancer and all round entertainer – and creator of the drag persona, Madam Gigi. Chix is a body builder in a relationship with a woman but still indulges his fantasies with men on a regular basis. In his middle-age, DK is the respected owner of a funeral parlor and pillar of the community. Three strong personalities, different in the expression of their sexuality and love, but rooted in Soweto, balancing complex societal expectations and changing sexual values, to live their lives by their own terms.

Bahrain is an island located between Saudi Arabia and Iran that nobody talks about. And there’s a reason for that… Following the protest movements that began on the 14th of February 2011, the Bahraini government has maintained tight control over any information regarding abuses committed by police and security forces. No journalists are allowed in Bahrain. The crackdown has been ruthless and extremely violent. But the Bahraini people stayed in the streets, inspired by the revolutionary wave that had swept over the people of Tunisia, Egypt and Syria, before them. One year after the events of 2011, journalist Stéphanie Lamorré entered Bahrain as a tourist. She had to disappear in order to film what was going on… in order to capture the story of a people in resistance, risking everything for freedom.

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ARTS Shiraz Reddy

THE B(ITCHING) HOUR

s I take my way to the artsy district of Observatory in Cape Town, I’m wondering what the production I’m going to watch could be about. The theater poster shows a print of red lipstick and that’s what the audience is greeted with as they enter the Theatre Arts Admin Collective, located at the corner of Milton and Wesley Street. At the same time a chorus of eight women dressed in all black is reciting statistics on women’s abuse, warmed by a lighting that reminds of pain and of the need to let the inner voice out.

artistic research process that puts a face on the abuse statistics and encourages the audience to start speaking about these issues.

The 40-minute piece of performance art lets that voice out in an eye-opening way, as it explores issues of abuse at many levels and their effects on women’s life.

Thank you to the very talented Iman Isaacs, Amy Jephta, Lesoko Seabe, KellyEve Koopman, Danieyella Rodin, MikkieDean Le Roux, Loren Loubser and Trudy van Rooy for staging this reality for us to view and paving the way for reflection, conversation and hopefully improved action on this serious issue.

The play is built around monologues about everyday life-experiences of abuse that are often deemed acceptable by society. Statistics of different realms of abuse in South Africa, whether they be verbal, physical or mental and perpetrated by a partner or by society as a whole, add to the impression of an

“We wanted it to have a sense of freedom and truth,” says Jacqui Singer, who codirected the play alongside Gabriella Pinto. In my opinion, they did very well. The performance allows one to hear and to listen to women’s voices. Placed against a musical background, the words chosen by the actresses make sure the play is as real as the abuse statistics we hear.

We at IMBO Magazine rate this performance 4 gold stars for realness, truth, excitement and pureness.

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Paparazzi Party 94.7 JOBURG DAY WITH MTN

Crocodile creek Polo Club Sat 14 Sep 13 11:00 R100 – R250

The Loop Fri 6 September 13 20h00 R60

Die Clover Aardklop Feesterrein Clover Aardklop Feesterrein Potchefstroom 24 - 28 Sep 13 21h00 R50 - R120

Sensation interspace

The Coca - Cola Dome Sat 7 Sep 13 16h30 R650 - R3250

GIG GUIDE

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Music Comedy Lifestyle

joe barber and friends

Baxter Concert Hall Cape Town Mon 2 - 7 Sep 13 20h15 R 85.00

trevor noah it’s my culture Vodacom Amphitheatre Port Elizabeth 9 - 15 Sep 13 20h00 R200

Take a Leap Fashion Show S A State Theatre Momentum, Pretoria Wed 11 Sep 13 20h00 R120

ELE PRESENTS BEATS IN THE BUSH Riddersrust Farm Limpopo Sun 15 Sep 13 12h00

99% Zulu comedy City Hall Pietermaritzburg Fri 6 Sep 13 20h00 R150

kaapse stories from the mother city Richards Supper Stage Cape Town 1 Sep - 30 Nov 13 19h30 R400

african Hip - hop indaba Good Hope Centre Cape Town Sat 14 Sep 13 13h00 R70

Pinotage on tap

Oakfield Farm Johannesburg, Reef Sat 7 Sep 13 12h30 R340 - R770

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