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Inner-City trade worth billions By Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
Cross border shoppers spend over R10-billion in the inner city every year
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MC for Development Planning, Cllr Reuben Masango is pleased to announce that an academic study commissioned by the Johannesburg Inner City Partnership has won an award at the South African Planning Institute (SAPI) Conference. The study (conducted by urban planner, Dr Tanya Zack) was on the scope and nature of cross border shopping in the Joburg CBD. It highlights the impact spending that international visitors have on the economy of the inner city, and the need for development of the precinct. The national planning award in the academic category was conferred upon Dr Zack “for innovative methodology and packaging findings for decision making”. She has presented the research at conferences in Singapore, Cambridge and Freiburg. It has also inspired academic research and architectural student projects. According to the study, cross border shoppers spend over R10-billion in the inner city every year – twice the annual turnover of Sandton City. For the last 15 years, Johannesburg grew to become a powerful whole-
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sale and retail centre for local hawkers and traders from all of sub-Saharan Africa. This has resulted in billions of Rands’ worth of fast fashion sold annually in the traditional CBD and over twenty-large Chinese shopping malls west of the inner city. “The inner city is a key node of opportunity, with historic infrastructure, relatively job-rich in both the formal and informal sectors. “It is also a place that has been
identified by this administration as having a huge potential for residential development including student accommodation,” said MMC Masango. Speaking on Dr Zack’s study, MMC Masango added: “it is groundbreaking research of this nature that serves to unpack the kind of contribution activities in the inner city can make to the development of Johannesburg, and I would like to commend Dr Zack for her work.”
Covering over 50 blocks and more than 3000 shops, the retail phenomenon in the inner city (best known for the sale of cheap clothing, shoes, household wares and accessories) has created entrepreneurial opportunities for residents. MMC Masango added that the major benefits of rejuvenating the inner city, a priority of the administration, is the creation of a well-governed and well managed inner city for residents, which will result in economic
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The retail phenomenon in the inner city (best known for the sale of cheap clothing, shoes, household wares and accessories) has created entrepreneurial opportunities for residents.’ growth and creation of employment opportunities as well as sustainable housing and service delivery.
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any people have a passion for music but believe that it is a hobby and that they will not be able to earn a living from it. Boston City Campus & Business College has always maintained that bringing your passion and career together makes you more successful. This conviction led us to establishing a partnership with Soul Candi who have been a success in the music industry for years. Most people struggle to create a career in music. In order to create a music career, look into one of the qualifications available at Boston in the music industry. We sat down with Diketso Maine (AKA Juvinale Dee), Digital Music Composition & Productions Head Lecturer at Boston, City Centre to discuss the practicalities of a day in the life of a ‘muso’. Why did he choose this career? “I chose a career (in the music industry) because of the passion I have for music, I have been a professional DJ/Record Producer/Mixing and Mastering Engineer since from 2009.” This response reinforces for Boston not only the importance of following your passion, but also of finding work in an industry you love. Maine has a Certificate in Advanced Music Productions & Audio Engineering, Music Business, & Dj 101 from the Soulcandi Institute of Music. We asked Maine what he does on an average day. “My day job is 8am till 5pm. This includes live lectures, advisory assistance on training, assessing assignments and exams, andfacilitating Music Production & Audio Engineering Work Shops. “I love working with up to date technology and this includes at Boston: Music Theory and Digital Work Stations like Cubase, Reason & Native Instruments.” So how does Maine enjoy his downtime? “Reading music books, watching music documentaries & tutorials, learning new music production techniques, practicing piano & Dj and playing soccer – that’s what makes me tick!” he says. He continues that the most enjoyable aspect of his job is that he gets to share the passion of music and help other people to achieve their dreams in the Music Industry. So how does Maine achieve his personal success in the industry, outside of his day job? “I have started my own record label called Juvinale Dee Productions and I have been releasing my music on all digital music stores from 2012 till now.”
He continues with some of his list of achievements: - Releasing first single that was number 1 for 4 weeks on YFM Oskido’s Hot 99 in 2009. - Co-Produce Dj Fresca & Kudoskelem’s Sounds of Urban Tone Album. - 2 records under Mahoota VS Vetkok’s Diamond Series Compilations. - Record under Dj Sbu Y-lens Vol 3 Compilations. - Released a single with Baainar Records - Some international work and local labels like Baainar Records, Kalawa Jazz Me, Black Whole, TS Records, Soulcandi, Sheer, Tenor Records, High Pro-File Recordings, Kubic Records. - Worked with Local Artist/Producers/DJ’s Like Zano, Dj Zinhle, Relo, Fiesta Black, Brown Dash, Mahoota Vs Vetkok, just to name few. Clearly this man knows his industry well, and it is a privilege for students to be able to learn from him! So what is the downside of his career? “I do not enjoy admin AT ALL!” he bemoans. Maine says that there are 3 important qualities that learners must have if they wish to pursue this career: - Integrated understanding of the digital and analogue world of music (and its production) - In-depth know-how of music in general - Passion and love for the music scene! Maine believes in further studies. “We need to study further so that we will have a successful music industry. It will help our local artists not to be ripped off by record labels and be left with no financial means to support themselves”. So what are his career goals? “To be part of the people who are responsible for improving our local music industry in the form of opening doors for other talents and helping other upcoming Artists.” Maine is also honest about gender bias in the industry. “Most people they see it as a man’s career which is wrong to me.” Maine’s passion is clear when asked to describe his job in one sentence. “MUSIC”! For people wishing to follow a career in music, Maine has this advice : “ Research thoroughly what you fancy studying, remembering that your career path or vocation will probably be for most of your life time thus you don’t want to be stuck with wrong career choices and live a regrettable life. In simple words, just follow your dreams.”
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Remembering a heroine - Albertina Sisulu By Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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nergy Minister Jeff Radebe has called on women to draw strength from the life and legacy of Mama Albertina Sisulu. “Mama Sisulu was… in her own right an activist for the total liberation of our people from the yoke of apartheid and emancipation of women,” Radebe said. He was speaking in his capacity as the chairperson of the Inter-Ministerial Committee on the Centenaries of Mama Sisulu and President Nelson Mandela. The event to mark MaSisulu’s 100th year birthday was held at Holy Cross Anglican Church in Orlando, Soweto. Born on 21 October 1918, the liberation heroine passed away on 5 June 2011 peacefully at home in Linden, Johannesburg. Radebe praised MaSisulu for having waged a relentless struggle for political freedom and the emancipation of women. “Today is an important occasion to celebrate Mama Sisulu not only through the tail end of her life in a democratic society, but also remembering the travails she endured during the dark days of apartheid. “When we say Mama Sisulu is a
Born on 21 October 1918, the liberation heroine passed away on 5 June 2011 peacefully at home in Linden, Johannesburg.
woman fortitude, it is precisely because of the hardships she endured to raise her voice against the apartheid tyranny.” Radebe said while democracy has made important strides on women emancipation, women of fortitude such as MaSisulu are still needed. “Women of fortitude, iimbokodo, are women who must fearlessly fight for the radical socio-economic transformation of our country.” Radebe also called on young people, both male and female, to learn from the lifelong stewardship of Mama Sisulu and her generation, who relentlessly fought for freedom and democracy. “It is the duty of the youth to learn more about Mama Sisulu and possi-
bly consider her historic role as part of their academic works, be it essays, thesis or dissertations.” The commemoration of MaSisulu’s 100th year started with a visit to the graveyard where she and her husband, Walter Sisulu, are buried. Family members laid a wreath, along with Radebe, who laid one on behalf of government and the people of South Africa. The ceremony was attended by senior government officials, family members and politicians. From the graveyard, guests proceeded to the church, where a service was conducted in honour of MaSisulu. Many remembered her as someone who was inspirational and who al-
ways wanted to be of service to others. Congregant Dorothy Mthethwa thanked MaSisulu for the contribution she had made in their community. “Mama loved all of us. She cared care about us. She was always willing to assist.” According to Mthethwa, MaSisulu taught them many things. “She was a brave woman, who could face anything that came her way.” Echoing the same sentiments was Cynthia Thabethe, who said she learnt a lot from MaSisulu. “I admired her courage. She was not afraid of anything. She groomed us as young women to be strong for our families. From the church, guests proceeded to a nearby crèche that MaSisulu helped to establish. She also assisted with providing food for the children. The crèche has been renovated and now has 37 children. From the crèche, guests proceeded to a nearby library established for children and a clinic where MaSisulu worked for many years with Dr Abu Baker. Clinic manager Grace Mnisi said they have six professional nurses and two admin staff. “We are proud that the clinic is
moving with the times. We are now going paperless,” said Mnisi of the progress made by the clinic over the years. This year marks the centenary of both Mandela and Sisulu’s births and government has set out a programme of commemorative events to mark the lives the struggle stalwarts. Born in the former Transkie, Sisulu was not only involved in politics but committed to alleviating the hardships of the community through community work. Because of her passion for education, the Albertina Sisulu Multipurpose Centre has, among other things, built a school for children with special needs and an Early Childhood Development centre for learners from the age of three years. Sisulu emerged as a powerful political figure in the 1950s, playing a significant role in major campaigns such as the 1956 Women’s March to the Union Buildings. In 1964, she was left with the responsibility of raising her children alone when her husband, Walter Sisulu, was sentenced to life imprisonment on Robben Island. Despite bannings, intense police prosecution, imprisonment as well as torture, detention and exile, she continued to work as a nurse.
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Ekhaya Neighbourhood holds soccer tournament
Ekhaya housing managers and organisers
Teams go against each other on the turf during the Ekhaya Neighbourhood tournament.
By Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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he Ekhaya Neighbourhood in Hillbrow recently organised the Senior soccer tournament at eKhaya Park along Claim Street. The Ekhaya property owners have supported the community through social projects that keep the neighbourhood together addressing social ills amongst the Hillbrow community. The soccer tournament takes place three times a year to accommodate everyone in the community. This is the building of community through sports. “In April we engaged the 33 teams playing against
each other with ages 7 – 14, in July they are 15 – 17 and in October open boys,” said co-ordinator Bafikile Mkhize. The Senior team was joined by the team from City of Johannesburg Environmental Health organised by Masego Sehloho. The game results were as follows; Blauwberg team took first place to win a trophy and gold medals, TFC and Smitshoof took second and third positions walking away with silver and bronze medals respectively. Mafadi properties were the biggest achievers as they attained first and second spot, while Johannesburg housing company took third.
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City’s elderly attend safety workshop By Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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he City of Joburg’s Social Development Targeted Beneficiaries Unit hosted a workshop to educate the elderly on safety at the Joburg Theatre on Tuesday, 23 October 2018. The workshop, held to celebrate October, which is Older Persons awareness month, was attended by elderly residents from Region B and F. The month is marked by celebrations, events and programmes aimed at educating communities’ about the challenges that senior citizens face and opportunities that come with ageing. Senior citizens are vulnerable mainly due to illness, abuse that takes the
form of emotional, economic, and sexual abuse. Many of these social ills, happen in their homes and communities they live in. The City’s Social Development departments gets weekly reports of the elderly being abused. It is against this background that the City of Joburg has workshops to educate the elderly on safety and health related issues. The workshop educated the elderly on how to proactively prevent emergencies at home and what steps they should take if there is a medical of fire-related emergency. Some of the concerns the elderly have about medical and fire-related emergencies is that most old age home don’t have fire detectors or ex-
tinguishers and most elderly people don’t know the City’s emergency contact numbers. The workshop also educated the elderly on the types of abuse they are most vulnerable to. The discussions around abuse was very robust and it was evident that the elderly have a lot of concerns around abuse and that abuse impacts negatively on their daily lives. Carina van Zyl, who is the Deputy Director in the City’s Social Development Department, told the elderly: “City cares and is committed to the constant engagement with the elderly and ensuring that they health and safety is prioritised”. She urged the elderly to report all
forms of abuse to social workers and to work closely with the City’s regional offices. The City has in-
JMPD thwarts illegal street bash, suspect turns violent By Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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t around 17:00 on Sunday, 21 October, the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) responded to a noise complaint at the corner of Robinson and 9th Avenue in Mayfair. On arrival, the JMPD officers were met by extremely loud music at an illegal street bash at the public park. In implementing the City’s By-laws, JMPD proceeded to impound the sound equipment. The JMPD patrol car was smashed with a rock, causing serious damage to the patrol car as they were about to leave. One of the JMPD officers suffered injury to his right arm and was later taken to hospital for treatment. The suspect was immediately arrested and detained at Brixton SAPS to face criminal charges, including that of assault with the intention to do grievous bodily harm
(GBH) and malicious damage to property. In response to the incident, MMC for Public Safety, Cllr Michael Sun said: “such lawlessness will not be tolerated and this suspect will be dealt with most severely for attacking a metro police officer and damaging a JMPD patrol car. “We view this as a blatant challenge to the City’s law enforcement as this is a threat to the safety of our residents”. MMC Sun has instructed city officials to go further than laying criminal charges against the suspect but to also institute civil legal action and claim damages. “Whilst the City is covered in terms of insurance policies for these kind of risks, I don’t see why the residents should foot the bill for such unlawful conduct. “I am adamant that civil claims must be instituted against those who maliciously damage JMPD and Emergency Management Services properties,” said MMC Sun.
Jobs scam suspects arrested By Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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ight suspects who were arrested last Friday in connection with the Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) jobs scam will be tried in the Magistrate’s court. It is alleged that the suspects paid close to R50 000 in exchange for jobs to a certain individual and his accomplice who were also arrested on Friday. The suspects re-
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ported for duty at the JMPD offices in Martindale and produced fraudulent JMPD officers’ appointment certificates and fraudulent medical certificates. CoJ Group Forensic and Investigation Service was called to interview the suspects. They then confirmed that the certificates were obtained illegally and they were arrested on the spot. Report any fraud and corruption activities through our 24hour tipoff hotline 0800 002 587 or visit the CoJ Group Forensic and Investigation Service offices situated at 48 Ameshoff Street in Braamfontein.
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