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Street hairdressing trends as lucrative hair business soars Thuthuka Maseko and Neo Motloung news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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soaring need to keep up with appearances and stay fashionable amongst women has seen a ripple effect on the demand for hairstylists services thus resulting in a gold rush as street hairdressers flood strategic busy points to offer hair services and cater for this demand. Despite the fact that South Africa is staring down at economic abyss characterised by a weaker rand and high inflation, women are continuing to spend on hairstyles ranging from basic plaiting valued at R80 to expensive weaves which can set one back at R5 000 to keep themselves looking good so as to boost confidence while men visit barber shops to keep their heads neat and well-shaven. Such fascination with hairstyling and beauty even prompted African American actor and comedian Chris Rock to produce a documentary: “Good Hair,” in which he travelled around the world to get behind the global obsession with hair. Johannesburg, like the rest of the world is not exempted from this obsession of beauty brought about the changing of hairstyles ranging from dreadlocks to braids, weaves, cornrows, haircuts like German cut, English cut, Chiskop, in fact basically everything that has to do with hair can be found on the streets of Joburg.
Most of these street hairstylists say they have resorted to do hair on the streets of Johannesburg as a means to survive because they were unable to get proper education for reasons beyond their control, citing unemployment as also the main reason why they opt for self-employment. They also raised concerns of competition as the reason why they are not thinking of opening legitimate salon businesses, citing high rentals as a hindrance. Asked about hygiene, one hairdresser says they make sure they clean after plaiting customers. Responding to this issue, Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD) spokesperson Edna Mamonyane says there are by-laws guiding street traders so as not to allow improper and illegal trading on the streets of Johannesburg. Mamonyane says, “hygiene is of utmost importance, for instance the Metro Police cannot allow a hairdresser to trade in front of a food shop where there’ll be likelihood that hair can be swept to the shop and posing healthy challenges to business and clients alike. “It is also unfair for other businesses to pay tax and rent while these traders are making profits without paying a cent and for that the JMPD will always take a tough stance against these unfair business practices,” Mamonyane concluded.
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Nelson Mandela Bridge to be showered in pink to raise breast cancer awareness
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The City of Johannesburg’s Nelson Mandela Bridge
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he City’s Nelson Mandela Bridge will be showered in pink for a month to bring the spotlight on breast cancer. This is the fourth year the City has teamed up with international cosmetics company Estee Lauder to raise
breast cancer awareness in October. From September 29 until the end of October, Johannesburg will join several cities around the world in lighting landmarks pink to call attention to breast health and the early detection of the disease. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the annual drive was launched by Estee Lauder founder Evelyn Lauder in 2000. Member of the Mayoral Committee for
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Health and Social Development Dr Mpho Phalatse said: “The lighting of the Nelson Mandela Bridge will serve as a reminder that the earlier breast cancer is detected and diagnosed, the better are one’s chances of beating it. “We are committed to beating it through education. We will continue this cancer drive within all health facilities in the City of Joburg during the month of October. We are proud of this partnership with Estee Lauder and commend them for taking action,” Cllr Phalatse said. South Africa is ranked 50th on the World Cancer Research Fund’s list of countries with the highest cancer prevalence rates. The most prevalent among women are breast, cervical, uterus, colorectal and oesophageal cancers. Although breast cancer is primarily a women’s disease, about 1% of breast cancers occur in men. Estee Lauder SA General Manager Loren Dreyer said calling attention to breast cancer “serves to create a dialogue around taking a conscious interest in one’s health”. “Breast cancer now represents one in four of all cancers in women and is the most prominent cancer in women worldwide; increasing particularly in developing countries, where the majority of cases are diagnosed in late stages,” said Dreyer.
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New SAPS contact centre opened
Public Safety MMC Michael Sun, accompanied by Brigadier Morgan Rangasamy, ward councillors, police and community members, prepares to cut the ribbon opening the SAPS Contact Point.
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he communities of Turffontein, Rosettenville and neighbouring suburbs in Johannesburg south have been afforded better, quicker access to police services with the opening of a new SAPS contact centre The SAPS Contact Point - Booysens/Moffatview is located in Bertha Street, just off the Main Street border between Turrfontein and Rosettenville and exactly half-way between the two stations that serve the community, the Booysens and Moffatview Police Stations. The opening of the centre coincided with a community anti-drug awareness march that started at Rotunda Park, just six blocks down Bertha Street, and paused on its return to the park while Public Safety MMC Michael Sun - who was taking part in the march - spoke at the centre’s opening. “The contact centre is a significant move
that will help improve relationships between the police and local community,” MMC Sun said. “It is part of the City’s work to improve access for residents.” The building housing the centre was made available by the local community business forum, which was initiated by the Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA). JDA development facilitation manager Nicolette Pingo, also speaking at the opening, said the centre would help the SA Police Service (SAPS), Joburg Metro Police Department (JMPD), neighbourhood watches and volunteers to coordinate their work for less crime and safer communities in the area. “The presence of the contact centre in the area will make policing more visible, which we hope will have a major impact on the crimes that are committed in this area,” Pingo said, adding that the centre would also be used for community safety programmes run by the SAPS and JMPD.
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Mayor Mashaba moves to re-ignite inner city spark Staff Reporter news@inner-city-gazette.co.za
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he City of Johannesburg is determined to create an enabling environment for small businesses in the inner city to flourish, thereby create permanent jobs, Executive Mayor Cllr Herman Mashaba (pictured) said recently. He said the economic revival of the inner city was crucial in creating an inclusive and prosperous city. Mayor Mashaba was speaking shortly after meeting more than 100 investors, developers and businesspeople in a new bid to restore the various stakeholders’ confidence in the inner city, where residents and customers have raised concerns around issues such as billing, filthy streets, the lack of streetlights and poor visible policing, leading to crime spiralling out of control. The Mayor assured the meeting that his administration was committed to turning the inner city into a safe, vibrant and prosperous space for residents, small businesses and institutions. “This was the largest gathering of investors, developers and businesses with an interest in the revitalising of our inner city in many years,” Cllr Mashaba said. “It shows their faith in the new administration’s commitment to dealing decisively with the challenges they have faced. Their commitment is remarkable and we dare not fail them.” He said working with these stakeholders, he was determined to revitalise the
inner city. “This is vital in our quest to unleash Johannesburg’s economic potential and realise a minimum of 5% economic growth. Together with other relevant stakeholders we will develop a shared vision and plan for the development of our inner city within the next three months,” the Mayor said. “Our vision must be centred on bringing people and businesses back into our inner city, ultimately benefiting our poorest residents.” The City owns several buildings in the inner city that will be identified and earmarked for low-cost housing development and the creation of affordable commercial spaces for small businesses and shops. “Our City can be business friendly and pro-poor at the same time. In fact, the two must go hand in hand if we are to create a city of golden opportunities,” Mayor Mashaba said.
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outh Africa is home to 54 buildings that stretch over 100 metres into the sky – with several more skyscrapers planned and under construction set to add to the list in the not too distant future. According to a listing by Skyscraper Center, of the 54 100m+ skyscrapers in the country, only four are taller than 150 metres – and only one manages to extend beyond 200 metres. The Carlton Centre, at 223 metres, is the tallest building in the country and also has the title of the tallest building in Africa.
1. Carlton Centre, Johannesburg – 222.5m 2. Ponte Tower, Johannesburg – 172.8m 3. Marble Towers, Johannesburg – 152.1m 4. Pearl Dawn, Durban – 152m 5. The Reserve Bank Building, Pretoria – 148m 6. 88 on Field, Durban – 146.5m 7. Kwadukuza Egoli Hotel Tower 1, Johannesburg – 140m 8. Michelangelo Tower, Sandton – 140m 9. ABSA Building, Johannesburg – 140m 10. Trust Bank Centre, Johannesburg – 140m
The following two buildings (proposed and under construction) will also feature in the top 10 upon completion. Durban Iconic Tower, Durban – 370m and The Leonardo, Sandton – 150m
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Joy of Jazz ends on a high note
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he curtain came down on this year’s Standard Bank Joy of Jazz on a high, with all four stages of the Sandton Convention Centre rocking for several hours. From Alune Wade’s pan-African ensemble on the Conga Stage to Kendrick Scott on Diphala, Sibongile Khumalo on Dinaledi and Ringo Madlingozi and Judith Sephuma on Mbira – all four stages reverberated with jazz, blues and African-infused sounds that kept the crowds on their feet. The mass movement of music lovers from stage to stage added to the excitement. But first things first. Senegalese jazz guitarist Alune Wade proved that he was not described as “a virtuoso bass player and singer with a voice of an angel” for nothing. The haunting flute, trumpet and piano sounds filled up the stage as he and his band dished out French-infused music. A rich mix of sound from his travels around the continent and the world had the crowd overjoyed.
Perched on a high stool with a portable mbira, he had the crowd singing along and dancing to some of his beautiful tunes. Sibongile Khumalo (pictured), meanwhile, was working her magic on Dinaledi. Her latest offering, “Breath of Life”, which was inspired by the birth of her grandchild six years ago, was mesmerising, as was the rest of her playlist delivered mostly in refreshing Zulu. Calm and soothing, “The Call” was an invitation to South Africa and Africa to unite. On the Mbira stage, where former president Thabo Mbeki and his wife, Zanele, were cheered loudly after Ringo acknowledged them, the mood was pumping. Ringo’s passion and energy when delivering the all-time favourites was infectious. And the room was packed. That continued well into the night when Sephuma took over the stage. She and her band were in all white, bright, cheerful and full of song and dance. A reggae jam from her latest album sent the crowd into a frenzy. Hit after hit, she had the crowd eating from the palm of her hand. Palesa, a tribute to her late daughter, was amazing, while Glory ended the performance on a high note. New York musician Jose James, dubbed the jazz singer for the hip-hop generation, did not disappoint, cursing US presidential candidate Donald Trump during his spoken-word part of the performance. His compatriot, Kendrick Scott, brought some intensity on the Diphala stage, highlighting his strength as a drummer, composer and leader. South African-born Jonathan Butler and American smooth jazz saxophonist Gerald Albright capped the 19th edition of one of the oldest jazz festivals, backed by the City of Johannesburg and a host of other sponsors, with an energetic and inspired one hourlong performance just after midnight. Friday night belonged to South African artists. It was standingroom only on the Conga stage, where Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse whipped up a storm with flurry of golden hits, with the crowds calling for more. Lira on the Mbira stage was simply fun-tastic as was gumboot-dancer wannabe Wouter Kellerman on the Conga stage. McCoy Mrubata, performing on the Dinaledi stage, showed why he was regarded as “the real McCoy” of South African jazz with some real-red hot tunes.
Jozi symposium a success
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ssues ranging from racism and sexism to African identity and healing through writing were put in the spotlight during the fourth edition of the African Writers’ Symposium at the Joburg Theatre. The symposium, part of the City of Johannesburg’s 2016 International Arts Alive Festival, was attended by women writers and thought leaders from across Africa and the Diaspora. There was also a special plenary session to celebrate the life and times of distinguished writer and feminist Phyllis Ntantala-Jordan. The session not only spoke to issues of sexism and gender violence, but it also focused on the battles that previous generations thought they had won. Said Zwane-Siguqa: “Our stories are similar and they are necessary to be told. In such spaces we are able to teach our male counterparts how they should treat us. But we’ve to start by loving ourselves as black women.” Prof McFadden said as a young black woman growing up in the US she had always felt she had to declare her American identity. “This is my first trip to the African continent and it is so meaningful for me to be here with other women to share my story, opinion and feelings on certain issues that are not only affecting me as an individual, but women globally,” said McFadden. She said her father had ensured that as a little girl, she knew and understood to some degree the struggles that people in Africa were facing. On the #BlackLivesMatter movement, McFadden said the death of 19-year-old Oscar Grant at the hands of the police showed that people thought that black lives were inferior. She said this showed they were having difficulty dealing with the fact that all people were equal. Gender and political activist Nomboniso Gasa said South Africans were at a time of reflection and questioning. — Staff writer
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