e re
F
y
BEMSSEL COLLEGE
p Co
GDE No: 400764
A dynamic Christian school focussing on Mathematics & Science education
from R580
TEL: 011 492 1114 CELL: 073 209 8180 074 729 0529 Email: info@bemsselcollege.co.za Website: www.bemsselcollege.co.za Address: 17 Loveday Street, Marshallstown, JHB
2017 Registration in Progress for Grade R - 12
Est 2009
WE ALSO OFFER MUSIC AND DRAMA LESSONS IN COLLABORATION WITH SPECIALISTS FROM WITS UNIVERSITY
Tel: (011) 334 9076 Cell: 083 470 0548
Issue 17 - 2017 Tel : 011 024-8210 / 011 402 - 1977 Inner-City Gazette
4 - 11 May 2017 Fax: 086 609 8601 inner_gazette
Email : info@inner-city-gazette.co.za
Website : www.inner-city-gazette.co.za
076 681 0577
gazette_city
Distributed free to households, churches, schools, libraries and businesses in Bellevue East • Bellevue • Benrose • Berea • Bertrams • Braamfontein • City and Suburban • City and Sub urban Industrial • City Deep • City West • Crown Gardens • Denver • Doornfontein • Elandspark • Elcedes • Fairview • Fordsburg • Glenanda • Heriotdale • Hillbrow • Jeppestown South • Jeppestown • Johannesburg Inner City • Kensington • Lorentzville • Malvern • Marshallstown • New Doornfontein • Newtown • North Doornfontein • Rosettenville • Troyeville • Turffontein • Village Main Ext 3 and Yeoville .
Mayor vows to reclaim stolen
buildings in the inner-city
...as the City’s administration turns around the years of neglect, incorrect priorities, decay and mismanagement in the City of Joburg Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
I
t is now business “unusual” in the City of Johannesburg. In his maiden State of the City Address (SOCA) at the Metro Centre in Braamfontein on Wednesday, May 3, Johannesburg Executive Mayor Herman Mashaba painted a picture of a city that was riddled with corruption; throttled by a high rate of unemployment, especially among the youth, and hamstrung by shocking service delivery backlogs. “The sheer magnitude of the backlogs that we have inherited is staggering. But, like all enormous challenges, the only way to tackle it is to take it one step at a time.” Mayor Mashaba said at 862 000, the number of unemployed people in Johannesburg was “unacceptably high.” He said Johannesburg’s infrastructure had crumbled, revealing a R170billion 10-year unfunded gap. The Mayor said the government had to be in “tune with the people it served”. “Following what has failed will not bring change. We can no longer conduct business as usual,” he said. Outlining the City’s 10-point plan, the Executive Mayor said his administration would ensure it embraced the environment brought about by the creation of a coalition government, pursue a responsive and
Pic by: Enoch Lehung Council speaker Vasco da Gama and COJ Executive Mayor Herman Mashaba at the official opening of the Council Chamber
pro-poor agenda, seek to grow the economy by 5%, create a professional civil service, fight corruption, produce an official housing waiting list, produce a list of incomplete housing units, fast-track the distribution of title deeds, extend clinics’ operating hours and revitalise the Johannesburg inner-city. On the pro-poor agenda, the Mayor said the proposed 2017-2018 Budget would largely be used to improve the lives and living conditions of the traditionally poor and under-serviced communities – the forgotten people of Johannesburg. He vowed to reclaim stolen buildings in the inner city. “The criminals, drug lords and slumlords have messed up our city. But we are on them. They are starting to flee. We are taking back our buildings and our streets. We are going to take back those buildings, clean them, refurbish them and turn them into decent and affordable housing units for our residents,” he said. He was optimistic the City would achieve its 5% economic growth target by 2021 that he was prepared to put his job on the line. “Vote me out in 2021 if I don’t meet the target. Don’t vote for failure,” he said.
2
Inner-city Gazette
Distribution – Free copies door to door delivery weekly to all households and businesses in the Joburg inner-city. Inner-City Gazette welcomes editorial contributions from readers. They may raise new issues or respond to articles published in the paper. Contributions may be sent to the editor’s address below. Tel : 011 024 - 8210 011 023 - 7588 011 402 - 1977 Fax : 086 609 8601 Email : info@inner-city-gazette.co.za Website : www.inner-city-gazette.co.za All rights and reproduction of articles, images and other items published in this publication are reserved in terms of Section 12(7) of the Copyright Act 96 (1978) and its amendments thereof.
Inner-City Gazette subscribes to the Code of Ethics and Conduct for South
African Print and Online Media that prescribes news that is truthful, accurate, fair and balanced. If we don’t live up to the Code, within 20 days of the date of publication of the material, please contact the Press Ombud at 011 484 3612/8, fax: 011 4843619, or website: www.presscouncil.org.za
inner_gazette
City’s narcotics unit has scored major successes Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
T
he K9-Narcotics Unit, established within the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) by Executive Herman Mashaba about four months after assuming office, has achieved major successes in the five months it has been operational. Delivering his State of the City Address (SOCA) in Braamfontein recently, Mayor Mashaba said the specialised drugs unit’s greatest achievement so far had been the drugs bust in Glenvista, south of Johannesburg, in which Kat and Tik as well as drugs-manufacturing chemicals with a combined street value of more than R9.5million were seized.
Inner-City Gazette
Published by:
149 Pritchard Street, Johannesburg 2000
ABC 100% AUDITED Circulation
The Mayor said the raid was a major breakthrough in the City’s efforts to rid its streets of drugs as the arrested suspects were believed to be the main sources of drugs for hundreds of drug dealers working across Johannesburg. Mayor Mashaba also announced that the unit had effected 597 arrests and recovered 100kg of drugs, 463 stolen or hijacked vehicles, 1 044 items of stolen property and 52 unlicensed firearms. “I am exceptionally proud of the work that has been done by the K9-Narcotics Unit. I want to express my deepest appreciation to the members of this unit for their high level of professionalism and, most importantly, the integrity and commitment they continue to show on a daily basis. They are the real heroes of our city,” he said.
4 - 11 May 2017
Pic by: Enoch Lehung
Far right: Executive Mayor Herman Mashaba and Council speaker Vasco da Gama at Metro Centre in Braamfontein.
‘I have a vision’- Mashaba Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
T
he City of Johannesburg’s proposed 20172018 Budget has a strong focus on the city’s most-deprived communities, with a minimum of 60% of the City’s expenditure earmarked for projects servicing traditionally poor and underserviced communities. This was revealed by Executive Mayor Herman Mashaba during the delivery of his inaugural State of the City Address (SOCA) at Metro Centre in Braamfontein. “In the coming weeks and months, the forgotten people of our city will begin to see developments and improvements where they have previously seen nothing,” Mashaba said. “They will start to see projects accelerating and progress taking shape. I have a vision [of a city] under construction.” Outlining the steps the City had already undertaken to pursue its pro-poor agenda since assuming office in August 2016, he said his administration ensured that most of the funding in the adjustment Budget passed in February this year was directed at poor communities. “Although legislation only permitted us to make minor adjustments, we made sure that those adjustments focused on Johannesburg’s forgotten people,” said Mayor Mashaba, who emphasised that his administration was “un-
apologetically pro-poor”. As a result, R546-million was allocated for the electrification of incomplete housing units, whereas a further R41-million was channelled to the electrification projects of five informal settlements. Over and above that, the City allocated R51-million to purchase additional buses for Metrobus, with an additional R5-million earmarked for the refurbishment of the existing fleet. Additional funding of R219-million to enable the Johannesburg Social Housing Company (JOSHCO) to purchase buildings in the Johannesburg inner city for refurbishment and conversion into low-cost rental stock to house 1 164 families; An allocation of R49-million to waste management entity Pikitup to increase its cleaning shifts in the inner city and informal settlements, which has led to the employment of an additional 640 residents; An allocation of R5-million for the completion of the Shared Industrial Production Facility in Alexandra, a fully shared production facility for Alexandra-based SMMEs operating in the informal manufacturing sector; and An allocation of R2-million for the construction of shelters for the homeless.
4 - 11 May 2017
Inner-city Gazette
Financial Tips
3
What to do if you get instant riches A
fter receiving a financial windfall, such as an inheritance or lottery winnings, it’s important to stop and think about what you want to do with your money. “Unexpectedly receiving large amounts of money can potentially change the course of your life, only if the money is used wisely. It’s important to understand that managing a large amount of money is not easy and the first instinct for most people is to spend, especially on big ticket items such as cars, holidays or expensive jewellery. While a bit of selfindulgence is acceptable, uncontrolled spending could lead to wastage. Therefore, it is important to seek help about how you can manage your money,” says Ester Ochse, Channel Head for FNB Advisory. “A sudden bulge in your bank account from an inheritance, for example, is hard for most people to fathom. They spend before committing to any sensible financial decision such as investing the money towards education,” adds Ochse. Ochse has the following tips for anyone who has been fortunate enough to receive large sums of money: Pay debt Tackle your debt as soon as possi-
ble, this could be the only opportunity to live a debt free life, and be able to direct your money on building more wealth. Once your debts are out of the way, keep it that way and resist the temptation to take up debt unnecessarily. Think twice before quitting your job Many people are tempted to quit their jobs when they receive large amounts of money. But quitting comes with limitations because you will lose your regular income and other worthy benefits offered by your company. Seek financial advice A windfall can fundamentally change your financial situation. You have to take into account your estate planning, lifestyle and your investment objectives. Therefore, it is recommended that you speak to a certified financial advisor who will assist with achieving your short and longterm goals. For individuals who are already financially stable, see it as an opportunity to diversify your investment portfolio. This is where goal-based financial advice could help you tailor a plan that will help you realise your long-term financial aspirations. Save for emergencies Having an emergency plan to cover
While a bit of self-indulgence is acceptable, uncontrolled spending could lead to wastage your living expenses due to unforeseen circumstances is important. If you didn’t have one prior to receiving a windfall, now is the good time to start. Ideally, you should have enough money to cover six months living expenses. The savings must only be accessed in the event of serious need such as a medical emergency. “Understanding the psychology of dealing with a lot of money can help you take the right steps to protect your money. Every financial decision must be carefully considered to avoid being in a compromising situation in future,” concludes Ochse.
Ester Ochse, Channel Head for FNB Advisory.
4
Inner-city Gazette
27 April - 4 May 2017
4 - 11 May 2017
Inner-city Gazette
1 Month
FREE RENT
BACHELOR :
R2 500.00
1 Bed:
R2 850.00
2 BED:
R3 950.00
*FREE WIFI *CLOSE TO UNIVERSITY OF JOHANNESBURG *A SHORT WALKING DISTANCE TO MABONENG * NEXT TO CENTRAL JOHANNESBURG COLLEGE
5
6
Inner-city Gazette
4 - 11 May 2017
Brought to you by:
Boston is an award-winning SA private higher education institution. Contact Boston on
011 551-2000, e-mail: info@boston.co.za, visit www.boston.co.za, or Facebook.
Explore sports management career opportunities offer you the satisfaction of being a team player without the grueling practices and the injuries. To become a sport director, you need a postschool qualification. Boston City Campus & Business College offers the sports administration FET certificate on NQF Level 4. The course includes modules such as youth leadership and sport event organization. Boston also offers short learning programmes in football coaching and administration;
sports club management; and sports management. These teach the basics about managing sport clubs and teams, sports injuries and sports psychology. Well-known personalities like Piet Botha (Eastern province cricket coach), Norrie Williamson (sports writer and coach), Dane Klate (PSL footballer), Lefa Tsutsulupa (PSL footballer) and Helen Flemming (SA rowing) are among those studied sport through Boston.
Students take part in sport activities arranged by campus sport coordinator.
S
ports in South Africa is a great way for people who love sports to use their passion and develop a career. The Sports Marketing manager operates to manage and develop strategic partnerships, advertisements, promotions, direct emails, events, and assess programs across the organisation, college or a school. The sports marketer must use new and creative ideas to build his team or player’s brand. He will also try and ensure that the viability of his brand is maintained, ie, that the players behave themselves and perform well on (and off!) the field. The sports marketer will market products associated with the player or team such as T-shirts, caps, vuvuzelas etc. He will oversee all packaging, prices and maybe distribution. He will design and develop marketing campaigns, especially associated with a big event such as a Pirates vs Chiefs soccer game. He must also analyse the effectiveness of his campaigns by evaluating things such as ticket sales and game attendance. It is essential for the sports marketer to keep his eye on digital communications such as Facebook and twitter, to see how his team or player is faring with the fans. In addition, to ensure that the player will not land up on unwanted videos streaming across cyberspace. The Sport’s marketer will develop strategies to achieve fan retention and fans acquisitions of products. The marketers’ responsibility is to negotiate a contract between a college or professional sports team and sponsors. Many large companies such as Adidas, Nike and Reebok want their names and logos to appear on sports events, stadiums or other programs. He will have a budget and will have to work within the budget with all communications and advertising. The sports marketer has to manage the daily implementation of all marketing campaign resources, including sales, press events and tradeshows. Another career possibility is the sports medicine side of sports management - the aim of which is to help athletes stay healthy through nutritional, fitness and psychological well-being. Within this greater field, sports medicine professionals specialise in one area of work like athletic training, physical therapy, sports nutrition, massage therapy, psychology and so on. A sport management director may start off as a coach or administrator before becoming a director. They can work in a college or high school to oversee the athletic department’s operations. Their daily routine involves planning academic sports programs, budgets and establishing standards and policies. Some sports management directors can work in a large institution such as a university, a department store, a stadium. Most teams are like businesses so they all have finance controllers
as well. As a researcher, whether you are going into broadcasting or team management, getting a job in a team’s research department is an opportunity to show your intelligence, attention to detail and ability to anticipate what is coming next. You will research the batting average, runs and LBW’s if you are on the staff of a cricket team. You may analyse which way a soccer player prefers to kick. These stats can win or lose games. You can also pursue a career as a sports retail store manager. Here you will oversee the operations of a retail store that sells sports equipment, footwear, clothing or other sports-related merchandise If you have tremendous passion for sports, a career in sports management might be your option for you to be part of the game. You don’t have to get physical in order to participate in the game. Sports management career is the business side of sports. Management careers in sports are able to
80 Helen Joseph and Polly Johannesburg 011 333 1107 084 220 6622 / 078 277 5215
Neat and clean rooms from R300.00 two people. We have twin, double, luxury and 3 or 4 sleepers.
We are very close to the Carlton Centre and major shops and factories. Food outlets are also nearby.
149 Pritchard Street, Johannesburg Contact Peter or Abednigo Tel : (011) 404 - 1353/4 Fax: (086) 699 - 4371 Email: admin@vukajozi.co.za
Spacious, Clean & Safe Flats to Let Doornfontein - Loutan House 1 Bed Big Bach 2 Bed
hillbrow
Med Bach 1 Bed
- R3 300 - R3 500 - R2 500 - R3 900
- constitution view -
R3 000 R3 350 - R3 600
Marshall Town - Hardypol Loft
R2 000 - R2 900
Hillbrow - Jespin Court Bach
-
R3 300
Newly Refurbished Flats
LOUISAR HOUSE Bach 1 Bed 2 Bed
– – –
R2 650 R2 850 R3 950
8
Inner-city Gazette
4 - 11 May 2017