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Reward offered for locating suspect Moses Moyo moses@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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illbrow police are asking the public for assistance in locating a man who allegedly strangled a woman at the Ambassador Hotel in Pretoria Street, Hillbrow on 12 April this year.
Information can be forwarded to the Iinvestigating officer Warrant Officer Mokagane on 078 9600533 or call Crime Stop on 0860 10111. A reward will be offered to a person who gives information that will lead to the arrest of the suspect who is wanted by the police.
Above : Community members who took part in the cleaning campaign. Bottom left : Clr Francinah Mashao (right) takes part in the cleaning campaign.
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Park Station clean-up Sizwe Mathe sizwem@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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his week volunteers from Region F’s Community Works Programme (CWP), members of various city departments and Standard Chartered Bank cleaned the area around Park Station, as part of the city’s eradication of rodent infestation drive. The cleaning campaign, which started near The Bridge Shopping Centre and ended in Twist Street, involved removal of weeds and rubbish that is allegedly dumped by vendors trading near the rail line. Ward 59 Councillor Francinah Mashao took part in the event. She emphasised the importance of public education in environmental matters. “This campaign is for the benefit of the community. It was also to create
awareness about the importance of keeping the environment clean.” She said JMPD can enforce the adherence of by-laws but without education the effort becomes fruitless. “When people are not concerned about their environment it’s impossible to enforce by-laws. A culture of a healthy environment must be instilled to all community members, the hawkers must be responsible as well and keep the environment clean,” she added. Metrorail indicated that there are plans to erect a wall to prevent littering. The services marketing and communication head Tony Games said this will be done in conjunction with the city.“We have engaged with the city in this regard as part of the solutions to keep this place clean. The wall will make it impossible for
hawkers to throw rubbish onto the railway area,” he added. Games revealed that other railway clean-up campaigns will be held throughout the year. “We are planning to roll-out other campaigns in our railways. Through a partnership with the city, we will also educate hawkers about the importance of keeping the environment clean.” He hailed the cleaning campaign as a success and expressed gratitude to participants. “Park Station is one of the hallmarks in the city, therefore it’s important to keep it in a healthy environment. The filthiness does not reflect well with the image of the city.” Nthabiseng Motaung, Standard Chartered spokesperson was glad to take part in the event. “Our priority is to improve the environment of this community,” she added.
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Health dept vaccination campaign City urges parents to ensure children are immunised according to state schedule A health worker vaccinates a child at a city health clinic.
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arents and guardians in Joburg have been urged to ensure their children receive all the routine vaccines, which are administered free at clinics during Vaccination Week. Vaccination Week, which runs from 23 to 28 April is observed this year under the theme An unimmunised child is one too many. Give polio the final push. Nkosinathi Nkabinde, the spokesperson for the City’s Health and Social Development department says:
“Parents should note that the immunisation schedule has changed in the last three years and that all children aged 12 years should receive their last dose of tetanus and diphtheria.” He urges parents to ensure that they receive the new vaccine schedule. Immunisation is one of the most successful and cost-effective health interventions, and prevents up to three million deaths every year. Since the beginning of February, health workers have been visiting places of care to vaccinate children
aged between 18 months and 35 months with PCV 13. This vaccine provides protection against 13 types of pneumococcal bacteria which cause ear infections, meningitis or infections of the lining of the brain, and pneumonia or infection of the lungs. This is a new vaccine that has been introduced into the childhood immunising programme to replace the previous PCV 7. “Parents who have got children in crèches that are still to be visited are urged to sign the consent for their children to be vaccinated, as no
child will be vaccinated at a crèche without the parent’s consent. This drive ends on 31 May. Parents and caregivers are urged to take their children to the health facilities to get their vaccines free of charge.” Since the start of the campaign, 62 percent of the children in the target group of 32 972 children have been vaccinated in Johannesburg. From infants to senior citizens, immunisation prevents debilitating illness, disability and death from vaccine-preventable diseases such as diphtheria, hepatitis B, measles,
pneumococcal disease, polio, rotavirus diarrhoea and tetanus. Because there are gaps in vaccination coverage, diseases like pertussis, measles and polio are making a comeback, he says. “Disease outbreaks affect everyone. It is never too late to be immunised and catchup vaccination is offered to all children who are not up to date with the immunisation schedule.” For more contact any of the City’s clinics or call the Health and Social Development department on 011 407 6845/29. joburg.org.za
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Be responsible this holiday This week we will be celebrating Freedom Day and in the week after it will be Workers Day. This could be another long weekend for some of us. I therefore would like to encourage my fellow community nmembers to spend these holidays wisely. Instead of spending them doing things like drinking unwisely, why not take time honouring those who sacrificed their lives to make us enjoy the freedom we are having today? Parents could use this opportunity to spend time with their families. Parents could also find out from their children what they understand about Freedom Day. You may be shocked by the answers you might get. Parents who see the holidays as time for getting drunk must know that they are modelling their kids to do the same when they grow up. To school children, especially teenagers, this is not an opportunity to experiment on wrong things. I urge all of us to be responsible not only during these holidays but even beyond. N Nkosi Braamfontein
COMMENT Reflecting on recent incidents of gross human rights abuses that have been reported in all forms of the press, we hope the general community, government and relevant NGOs have taken note, and are preparing to do something about it. In the fore was the disgusting gang rape case from Soweto that has drawn worldwide disgust and condemnation. When such things happen in our communities we naturally get surprised, or outright shocked, but when we gather ourselves we start blaming ourselves for probably not doing enough to prevent such devastating incidents from happening. It could almost be obvious that perpetrators of such violence on defenceless fellow humans lack the conscience to differentiate between good and bad. Their behaviour may not be likened to any other living creature, for even animals in the wilds have never did what the people who did that did. Some analysts say such behaviour is manifestation of a general culture of violence in the environment the perpetrators live in. That would therefore suggest that there are more such dangerous people in the communities, who would commit such heinous crimes at the earliest opportunity. If that would be the case, community safety activists have to organise sustained outreach programmes to help change the mindset of such individuals, and the communities at large. Among them there has to be psychologists, who have to help with all they can, with the long term aim of eventually breaking the cycle and culture of violence as envisaged by the analysts referred to herein. Such action needs to be taken immediately, as the need is obvious to all.
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OTC medication awareness Making sense of the hundreds of cold and flu preparations Brigitte Taim
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ith most South Africans choosing to self-medicate a cold and flu these days, it’s important to know which one you’re dealing with in order to treat it with the appropriate over the counter (OTC) medication. Tommy Scott, Head Pharmacist at Pharma Dynamics, one of SA’s leading pharmaceutical companies, says there are more than 500 known OTC colds and flu medicine brands sold in pharmacies nationwide, which makes it difficult for consumers to decide which products to buy. “A survey among our network of pharmacists also indicated that very few consumers are actually familiar with the active ingredients in cough, cold and flu remedies and even fewer ask for help from their pharmacist,” says Scott. He says having a basic understanding of the types of ingredients contained in these medications can help consumers to make an informed choice. “If you have come down with the sniffles and you want to self medicate, it is important to know if you’re suffering from a cold or flu. While they share common symptoms, such as coughing, sneezing and sometimes a sore throat, there are other ways of dis-
choose medications that treat only the symptoms that they have and that they are not taking medications they don’t need. “The best way to make sure that you choose the appropriate OTC medication to treat a cold or flu is to understand the different active ingredients and the symptoms they treat.” Scott points out that consumers should be aware of four major active ingredient categories related to cold and flu symptom relief. They are analgesics, nasal decongestants, cough suppresMedicines dispenser - it is wise to understand over-the-counter medication. sants and expectorants. Medications that treat more According to the Centers for tinguishing between the two. “A cold usually comes on gradu- Disease Control and Prevention than one symptom, often referred ally - over the course of a day or (CDC), only 5 to 20% of South to as combination medicines, are two. It generally leaves you feel- Africans actually suffer from the also an option. ing tired, sneezing, coughing and flu annually, while the average “Cough suppressants will help to plagued by a runny nose. You adult can expect to get at least two control a persistent cough and expectorants will make coughs more might not have a fever, but when bouts of cold a year. Flu can however lead to serious productive. you do, it’s only slightly higher than normal. Colds usually last complications in those with sup- “For a sore throat try sucking lozthree to four days, but can linger pressed immune systems, such as enges - most of them are pleasantthe elderly, children or those suf- ly flavoured and contain glycerine for up to two weeks. “Flu, on the other hand, comes fering from a chronic condition, to lubricate a sore throat, while on suddenly and hits the person and they should consult a doctor if others are medicated. Another ophard. You will feel weak and tired symptoms persist after one week. tion would be throat sprays con“Because of the wide variety of taining local anaesthetics and anand you could run a fever as high as 40°C. Your muscles will ache, symptoms that people may expe- ti-inflammatory ingredients. For you will feel cold the one minute rience, it’s especially important to that generally awful feeling take paracetamol. and hot the next and you could treat the right ones,” says Scott. “When in doubt always ask your “If you have a runny nose and also have a pounding headache and sore throat. The fever may sore throat, medications that in- pharmacist, who will be able to last three to five days, but you clude an ingredient to control give you advice on the symptoms could feel weak and tired for two coughs should be avoided. Con- you have and also the correct sumers need to make sure they course of treatment,” says Scott. to three weeks,” says Scott.
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New gospel sensation Moses Moyo moses@inner-city-gazette.co.za Angel Noko (pictured) was born in Limpopo and grew up in Lebowa kgomo ga Mphahlele, she moved to Johannesburg to pursue her music career. She was brought up in a religious family background, with strong spiritual ethics and conduct. She first discovered her singing talent in the church when she was only nine years old.
Her passion in the music got her into greater activities. She joined Grammy Award winner Soweto Gospel Choir in 2006,where she started serious music, exploring and building her career as a musician. She had an opportunity to tour international countries like Ghana, Hong Kong, South Korea, Australia and Portugal. Angel also worked with the cast of Umoja. With all the knowledge and experience acquired from the
group singing traditional gospel she decided to go solo. She was discovered by Thami Mdluli the director of Tammy Music which produces artist like IPCC, Alexandra Brass Band and EMMA. Her first album was recorded at Studio 12 titled Thabelang released in 2008. The album had 12 spiritual songs and had songs like Modimo o teng, Morena re fe maatla and other powerful songs which did very well. Angel released 2010 Gospel
album titled Dumelang. Very powerful and soul uplifting, this album has 14 tracks like Imvuyo, Silindile, Alfa and Omega, and other songs that encourage all those who feel isolated in life. This album was designed to display the power of faith in God. Noko is back again with a new 2012 album titled Believe in Jesus; full of annointing and a new feel of gospel sounds; with songs like When I remember, and many more.
Murder suspect arrested after shootout with police Crime Reporter crime@gazettelive.co.za
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he man shown in the CCTV footage above is wanted by Hillbrow police in connection with a business robbery that was committed in Braamfontein in January this
year, says police spokesperson Sgt Jenny Pillay. “The suspect is medium in complexion and of medium height. Police are appealing for information concerning his where abouts,” Sgt Pillay adds. Send information about the suspect to Cst Mbiza on 083 750 2303 or 011 488-6778.
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his week Hillbrow police arrested a 33 year-old murder suspect who allegedly shot a Gauteng Traffice officer who later died at Milpark Hospital, says police spokesperson Sgt Jenny Pillay. “The man, a taxi driver allegedly opened fire on a Gauteng Traffic vehicle at the corner of Clarendon Avenue and Empire Road
in Hillbrow. The traffic officer sustained head injuries and was rushed to Milpark Hospital where he passed away. The suspect further exchanged fire with police officers and ran into a building. Police then mobilized various units that included the JMPD and cordoned off the area.” The suspect was found hiding in a flat, in Hillbrow with a Norinco firearm in his possession. He was arrested and has been charged with murder,” Sgt Pillay explains.
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Deposed president flees Bamako - Ousted leader Amadou Toure has fled to neighbouring Senegal, after hiding in the Senegalese embassy as soldiers rounded up his allies. Seen as a great statesman, Toure was hailed for ending years of military rule and handing power to civilians after organising elections in 1992. Although the military junta has handed over power to a civilian, earlier this week it arrested 22 allies of Toure. They were later released but Toure decided to flee from the soldiers, who have threatened to arrest him. Analysts say the arrests were intended to intimidate politicians and the population, and show that the junta remained a force in the country. Mali’s interim leaders, President Dioncounda Traore and Prime Minister Cheick Diarra, have the task of organising elections and ending the northern rebellion. The military said it seized power because Toure had not done enough to combat rebels. But since the coup, the rebels - an alliance of Tuareg separatists and Islamists, have seized the whole northern desert region. There has been a huge rise in people fleeing the northern desert region to neighbouring Mauritania.
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Entire population flees
Khartoum - The UN says the entire population of the disputed Heglig area has fled fighting between Sudan and South Sudan troops. Sudan government’s Humanitarian Aid Commission (HAC) said 5 000 people had fled Heglig. South Sudan’s army said it withdrew from Heglig, and condemned the north for bombing the area. Barnaba Benjamin South Sudan occupied the field amid waves of air strikes against the South, sparking fears of war. Khartoum accuses the South of backing rebels in the border state, an allegation Juba denies. South Sudan’s Information Minister Barnaba Benjamin accused Sudan of launching ground and aerial attacks inside his territory. South Sudan announced Friday that it would comply a UN request to pull troops out of Heglig, which it had occupied since April 10. Sudan claimed its forces had forced southern troops out and captured the area. “Our army withdrew to bases near the border, and the Sudanese attacked them there. Sudanese troops based at Heglig had repeatedly attacked our bases, and that prompted us to occupy the area,” Benjamin said. Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir has vowed to ‘never give up’ the disputed region.
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Junta installs president Bissau - The military junta and some political parties have picked Manuel Nhamadjo as president to lead a transitional government up to two years, the proposed timeframe for new elections. The overthrown ruling party was left out. Nhamajo came third in the first round of the March presidential election, and protested the results as fraudulent. The military seized power from interim President Raimundo Pereira last week, and detained him for ‘security reasons’. The junta said the revolt was response to a ‘secret deal’ between the government and Angola for Angolan troops in the country to attack the military. Angola said its troops are there to help reform the country’s armed forces, but would withdraw them. The coup was just before the second round of presidential elections scheduled for later this month, sparking condemnation by the AU, Western powers and ECOWAS. The AU suspended Guinea-Bissau ‘until the restoration of constitutional order’, while ECOWAS said it has ‘zero tolerance for power obtained by unconstitutional means.’ Since independence here in 1974 no elected president has served a full term.
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Pastor on genocide trial Joseph Kabila
Kabila appoints new PM Kinshasa - President Joseph Kabila has appointed former Finance Minister Augustin Matata as his new prime minister. Matata is credited with stabilising the country’s economy and has been praised by the International Monetary Fund. The country has been run by a temporary administration after Kabila and his party were returned to
power. Matata’s first job will be to draw up a budget for the government. He ran a $12bn debt reduction agreement with international creditors, which was the main achievement of Kabila’s first term. But the introduction of a value-added tax earlier this year created a spike in inflation that sparked criticism inside the country. Analysts say securing the
mineral-rich east of the country is also important for the economy, where militias still roam the area. Fighting intensified around villages where 300 people were raped two years ago.
Kigali - The Tanzanian-based UN tribunal has sent genocide suspect Jean-Bosco Uwinkindi back to Rwanda for trial. His legal team said he would not get fair trial there, where he was once a pastor. Uwinkindi is accused of ordering the killing of Tutsis after they sought refuge in his church. About 800 000 Tutsis and moderate Hutus were killed by Hutu militias in 100 days in 1994. Uwinkindi was met at the airport by Rwandan officials; the country’s prosecutor said his arrival is a ‘landmark for Rwandan justice’. International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (ICTR, set up in Arusha after the 1994 genocide, is to wind up its work by 2014, when all cases should have been transferred to national jurisdictions. Uwinkindi is accused of being one of the main perpetrators of the genocide. The prosecution alleges that some 2 000 corpses were found near the church in Kanzenze, just outside Kigali, where he Jean Uwinkindi was pastor. He has denied the genocide charges.
Call for end to police killings Staff Writer news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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reedom Day commemorates the first democratic elections held in South Africa on 27 April 1994. On Freedom Day, the country celebrates the achievements that have been made in entrenching democracy and creating a better life for all. Freedom day is celebrated annually as a reminder of the struggle for a free and just South Africa. President Jacob Zuma will deliver an address at the Freedom Day commemoration at the Union Buildings on 27 April. It has been 18 years since the advent of democracy and the President will look at the achievements that have been
made in entrenching democracy and creating a better life for all. Freedom Day provides a milestone for all South Africans to collectively participate in the commemoration of the pain and struggle to build a non-racial, democratic and free South Africa in which we all have the freedom to prosper. * Government reaffirms its commitment to consolidate democracy and promote cultural diversity and social cohesion in South Africa, as we celebrate living in a system that guarantees that never again will our humanity be taken from any South African, irrespective of their race, gender, creed or sexual orientation. * In commemorating all the heroes and heroines and the role played by ordinary citi-
zens in the country and abroad, government calls on all South Africans to unite in creating a better future for all. * Nation-building requires all South Africans to live by example, ensuring that that the values and principles enshrined in our Constitution become a lived reality in the development of fully functioning communities. * We celebrate the Bill of Rights, which distinguishes us among the nations of the world and guarantees all South Africans freedom from the repression and hatred that characterised our past. We all have a responsibility to ensure that our democracy and freedom is maintained and strengthened for future generations. *Source: info.gov.za
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he Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (Popcru) has called for an end to the killing of law enforcers. “We believe that police, correctional and traffic officers should discharge their duties without any fear of intimidation by hardened criminals who are roaming the streets,” deputy general secretary Lebogang Phepheng said. He was reacting to the murders of
two traffic officers in Johannesburg in the past five days. The union “strongly condemned” the killing of a traffic officer in Hillbrow, Johannesburg while on duty on Friday night, allegedly by a taxi driver who disregarded an instruction to stop. “The law must take its course to protect the law abiding citizens from these barbaric incidents.” The second police officer was gunned down on Tuesday, in Pimville, Soweto while on his way to work.
HILLBROW POLICE ARRESTS 16 - 23 APRIL 2012
Assault GBH 17, Assault Common 19, Possession of fraudulent document 1, theft 13, Malicious injury to property 8, Possession of counterfeit money 3, Murder 11, Fraud 6, Possession of suspected stolen property 7, kidnapping and intimidation 1, Driving motor vehicle without license 12, possession of dagga 6, House robbery and murder 1, house breaking and theft 4, Intimidation 5, possession of counterfeit DVD’s 4, Impersonating a police officer
1,possession of drugs 10 , shoplifting 3, sexual assault 1, common robbery 5, copyright act 3, theft from motor vehicle 2, domestic violence 1, robbery and assault 2, theft0under false pretense 2, kidnapping and assault 4, reckless and negligent driving 1, dealing in counterfeit cigarettes 1, crimen injuria 1, attempted murder 1, dealing in dagga 2, possession of dangerous weapon 1, possession of car breaking implements 2, armed robbery 4.
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Best public speaker in Gauteng She earned her place at the national finals, having undergone a tough examination of character through intensive training workshops, district eliminations, and a highly competitive provincial competition Moses Moyo moses@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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aving demonstrated her considerable talent, impeccable oratory skills and an insightful ability to interpret the world, Milliscent Katsane from Riverside High School was crowned the Gauteng winner of the Anglo American Young Communicator Awards (YCA). Katsane will now move on to represent Gauteng at the 2012 YCA national final on 26 July 2012, having demonstrated her natural inclination for public speaking through these insightful and thought provoking words from her winning speech: “Hip hip…hooray! Everybody around the tavern seemed to be celebrating except one. My mother stood gazing at the cake and sighed. ‘’I am not 40; I am just 18 with 22 years of experience.’’ Greetings adjudicators, ladies and gentlemen. I am Milliscent
Katsane and I will be questioning the concept that life begins at the age of 40. “Now this statement originated in England from the old term, ‘’Life ENDS at the age of 40’’ as they enter a new phase of their lives. It is said to console those turning 40 as they enter a new phase of their lives. It means that one only understands the true meaning of life once they are 40 years and above. “So therefore, life begins, with loss of memory, midlife crisis and health problems? However, what does one call the years before life has begun? If the author and finisher of Christianity, Jesus Christ, lived on earth for approximately 33 years, does this mean that he never experienced life? How could he have died on the cross if he was not living to begin with?”
The YCA, sponsored by Anglo American and presented in partnership with the Department of Basic Education and media partner Sowetan, is a public speaking
Milliscent Katsane (centre) poses with the two runners-up Martin Hattingh (left) and Bonginkosi Peter.
competition aimed at grade 11 and 12 learners from all South African public high schools who do not speak English as a first language. Since the first YCA was held in 1994, the competition has served to provide exposure for talented young South Africans, improve their oral and presentation proficiency, and provide them with the confidence required to become outstanding leaders. Katsane has truly earned her place at the national finals, having undergone a tough examination of character through intensive training workshops, district eliminations, and a highly competitive provincial competition. On the road to reaching the national finals, this budding noted speaker has displayed all the skills required to excel in the competition, including a well-informed opinion, lateral
Studio celebrates 21st year Own Correspondent To celebrate 21 years of existence, three generations of artists associated with the Johannesburg-based Artist Proof Studio (APS) will be collaborating and exchanging art portfolios with their internationallyrenowned, Boston-based mentors. This process will end in the ultimate exhibition called the BostonJoburg Connection: Collaboration and Exchange at Artist Proof Studio, 1983-2012, which will be hosted at the Tuft University Art Gallery, in Boston, US. This collaborative event will be curated by art historian Prof Pamela Allara, who will also guest-curate the international section of the Coming of Age exhibition at Johannesburg Art Gallery. To kick off the 21-year fine-art celebration, six international visiting artists will provide their valuable input to three groups of talented South African student artists from the Artist Proof Studio (APS), in a sequence of 10 day workshops. These workshops will culminate in a series of prints which will be chosen and bound into a special book instal-
Fine Arts’ (SMFA) Printmaking faculty; graduate student assistants, Ella Lundberg and Erin Grimes, also from SMFA; plus Birgit Blyth and Judy Quinn, visiting Boston artists of alternative photographic techniques. In solidarity with the SAVE the Rhino Campaign, on 2 May, the artists from APS will be showing their dedication to the cause by creating a massive life-size rhino print. This eclectic artwork will consist of a selected image of a rhino made up of 50 or Umshini Wakho by Isaac Zavale more small tiled prints by individual participants in the workshop lation and also exhibited at APS at the end of the 10-day period; and finally which will then be installed to make up installed at the prestigious Boston ex- a complete life-size image. Innovatively, the concept behind this hibition. The Studio focuses on intaglio and work is to make the meaningful staterelief printmaking processes, includ- ment that the rhino would be incoming lithography and silk-screening, plus plete if one artist’s contribution were other mixed media printing techniques, missing. The work of art will be showand now trains between 80 and 100 cased at JAG for the duration of the APS exhibition, after which it will be learners each year. For the 10-day workshop the visiting donated to Save the Rhino campaign for artists are Peter Scott, an ex-teacher of auction. For more information on the event Kim Berman, and Rhoda Rosenberg, both from the School of the Museum of go to www.artistproofstudio.co.za.
thinking, and the ability to successfully articulate her point of view. She will now have the opportunity to compete in the national finals where the winner will walk away with R65,000 towards their first year tertiary studies and the possibility to apply for full Anglo American second and third year tertiary study bursaries. In addition, the national YCA winner will receive R20,000 for their school. Bonginkosi Peter from Penelope Oracle also attested that he has a bright future, earning first runnerup with a presentation on The Power of Imagination, which revealed a highly defined insight and oratory capability well beyond his young years. Not to be outshone was Martin Hattingh of Hoërskool Kempton Park, who came in at third place with an impressive and well thought
out speech that demonstrated poise, eloquence and the ability to cope under pressure. Godfrey Gomwe executive director of Anglo American in South Africa concludes that Anglo American places tremendous importance on youth development and education, therefore the YCA is a crucial educational tool for all who participate. “As English is widely used globally as the language of business, academia and trade, it is absolutely essential that young South Africans are taught how to be proficient in its use. “Therefore, through their participation in the YCA, these young people now have the necessary tools to thrive in the professional world, become outstanding leaders, and create a real and lasting difference in their communities.”
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Thabo Mbeki deconstructed The play follows a linear narrative, holding the viewer by the hand while juxtaposing the action with Mbeki’s dense prose Arts Correspondent
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he play Rhetorical has appeared in many guises since it first graced the Market Theatre stage late last year. The production was commissioned by the Goethe Institute and Siemens Stiftung for the Belgian Spoken Word Festival, themed “Speeches of the World”. So during its Market Theatre run, director Mpumelelo Grootboom would constantly rework it in preparation for the German and Belgian runs. Grootboom has retained the core of the work in what now appears to be the final product of the play. He has added some postmodernist flourishes to his deconstruction of Thabo Mbeki. The play begins with one of Mbeki’s speeches projected on a wall on the stage. The play follows a linear narrative, holding the viewer by the hand while juxtaposing the action with Mbeki’s dense prose. This was probably a deliberate ploy to engage the audience regarding
Mbeki’s reputation of talking over the heads of the masses. Or it might be a reference to Mbeki’s preference for intellectual policy-making over populism at ground level. Grootboom made sure to select Mbeki’s more accessible speeches, giving them life in theatrical form. Atandwa Kani (pictured) plays the former statesman with great ability while Presley Chweneyagae is in sublime form, playing various characters with equal conviction. Tshireletso Nkoane was especially accurate in her portrayal of an ignorant township lout. Grootboom not only uses the works of the former president but also looks at the relationship between oratory styles and the words being actually uttered. To illustrate this, he tasks Kani with playing Adolf Hitler, Martin Luther King Jr and Barack Obama, all reading one or another of Mbeki’s speeches. Kani answers the call superbly, to much adulation from the audience. The show is at the SA State Theatre until April 22.
Ritual, tough and tender drama Flights of poetry, music, dance and West African mythology combine in a contemporary tale Arts Correspondent
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arell Alvin McCraney is an exciting new voice in American Theatre and his award-winning The Brothers Size proves why.
In the Louisiana bayou, big brother Ogun Size is hardworking and steady. Younger brother Oshoosi is just out of prison and aimless. Elegba, Oshoosi’s old prison mate, is a mysterious complication. A simple circle defines a world that begins in ritual and evolves into a tough and tender drama of what it means to brother and be brothered. Flights of poetry, music, dance and West African mythology combine in a contemporary tale that explores the tenuousness of freedom and the need to belong somewhere, to something, to someone. This production will be presented at the Market Theatre’s Barney Simon Theatre between 14 June and 1 July. Read The Brothers Size blog at http://syracusetosouthafrica.org/
A scene in The Brothers Size PIC : ELLIOT FRANKS
Mncedisi Shabangu and Hamilton Dlamini in Woza Albert.
Duo a marvel to watch on stage ‘When she saw the show in the 1980s, she cried; this time she cried even more because she felt as if nothing has changed’ Arts Correspondent
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or a long time, they dreamt of working together on a two-man play. And the classic Woza Albert! finally gave them the opportunity to make their dream come true. Mncedisi Shabangu and Hamilton Dlamini are back on stage playing the parts of Mbongeni Ngema and Percy Mtwa directed by Prince Lamla. The highly successful run of the show earlier this year forced the
Market Theatre to bring it back. Shabangu says plays like Woza Albert! make you feel special. “It’s really a blessing to be in this role. Demanding as it is, we are certainly enjoying every minute of the play. The other plus is that the two of us work well together.” The two actors are a marvel to watch on stage. The show has been so well received that extra performances have been added to the run. “On Sunday, I was approached by a white woman after the show. She
told me that when she saw the show in the 1980s, she cried. This time, she cried even more because she felt as if nothing has changed. She said today she still sees the cruel things that happened back then. That really touched me,” Shabangu says. This satirical play taps into the absurdities of apartheid in a moving way. It asks what would happen if Jesus Christ’s second coming happened in apartheid South Africa. The play is currently on at the Market Theatre’s Laager Theatre.
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taff, students and alumni of Wits University are invited to submit their most creative work to showcase at the Wits Art and Literature Experience (Wale) from 9 to 12 May. Wale 5.0, so named because the festival is celebrating its fifth year, has firmly embedded itself in Joburg’s cultural calendar by presenting only the best in dramatic arts, film, music, literature, theatre and dance. This year, alumni, staff and students from all artistic backgrounds are being urged to don their thinking caps and create their submissions under the theme 90 Years of Creativity. “The Wale 5.0 programme will offer a heady mixture of upcoming and established talent, as well as the introduction of new and cutting edge artistic works,” says the festival’s publicist, JT Communication Solutions. A full programme with more than 40 different offerings will provide an event for every taste, ranging from the carnival and daily concerts to book launches and roundtable discussions.
“For Wale 5.0 the emphasis is on further embedding a tradition of celebrating arts and culture, and providing our students and society with balanced knowledge of the world,” says the Wale founder, Tawana Kupe. “Wits is a public university and by maximising the utilisation of public spaces, further contributes to the democratisation of art,” he says. “Wale as an annual event adds choice to the cultural landscape of Johannesburg, Africa and the world. Interfacing with the city and public access is crucial to the success of Wale.” Kicking off the festival is the carnival, which starts at 12noon on 9 May at Library Gardens on East Campus. Winding its way through Braamfontein and Parktown, the carnival will commemorate 90 years of achievement at Wits. The whole city is invited to join in the celebrations, and watch the procession of students, alumni, dancers, drummers and floats created by Wits residences. Wits Art Museum will finally open, with the stakeholder launch being held on 10 May alongside an exhibition of
African art called WAM! Seeing Stars. Also on offer will be the inaugural Khabi Mngoma memorial lecture on 11 May in the Wits Main Theatre at 7pm. The lecture will examine the influence of the late musician, academic and cultural activist, Mngoma. It will be presented by Dr Reuel Khoza, the author and non-executive chairperson of Nedbank, and feature a conversation and response to the lecture by Sipho Nzimande, a former student of Mngoma’s, and singer Sibongile Khumalo, one of Mngoma’s daughters. There will also be a performance by the Gauteng Choristers and a photographic exhibition in the foyer of the Wits Downstairs Theatre will wrap up the event. The exhibition, called the Life and Times of Khabi Mngoma, will be curated by Bongi Dhlomo. “It will show previously unseen pictures and offer a rare personal glimpse into the life of Khabi Mngoma,” according to JT Communication Solutions. A full line-up with details of activities and events will be released by Wale organisers once the programme has been finalised. joburg.org.za
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that registered for the tournament the Under 12 final and a second round of Under 16 teams had to be postponed to the weekend of 5 May. The Under 16 teams that registered for the tournament were 21, while the Under 12 teams were only 20. In the semi-final between Ber-
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ages of 13 to take part.” The league will also open opportunities for kids to ply their trade in one of the PSL teams. “In 2010, Orlando Pirates development coach Augusto Palacios [also first team caretaker coach], spotted six players through street soccer. Those players now play for Pirates development team,” added Stuurman. Philemon Mokgesi, Region F sport outreach officer encouraged community to start registering their teams. “Already there are teams which have registered. This initiative will contribute immensely to the development of players in the inner-city.” For more information contact Mokgesi on telephone number 011 614-2153, cellphone number 082 316-6771 or by email: phillemonmo@joburg.org.za.
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bekile FC after the completion of Under 16 second round teams. The Ekhaya Neighborhood organised the tournament. Ekhaya co-coordinator Bafikile Mkhize said the first round of the tournament went without glitches. “We had more teams than we had expected, and this made it difficult to
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