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Intracontinental trade to boost employment “Industrialists and government should collaborate to create a framework for growth. This is a strong lesson we can learn from the successes in China and other Asian countries. We can make the ‘made in Africa’ brand synonymous with quality, innovation and unique products.”

KAS Africa CEO Vinny Perumal

Johannesburg - Africa has the opportunity to follow in the footsteps of Asia’s manufacturing giants over the next decade, using industrialisation to uplift millions of people from poverty and create jobs for its young population, and reinvent itself as the world’s next production powerhouse, according to KAS Africa CEO Vinny Perumal. She says the manufacturing sector holds the key to unlocking the economic potential of South Africa and the wider continent, with the continent’s young population emerging as an asset in a changing world. “According to the International Labour Organisation (ILO), over one in five African young people were not in employment, education or training in 2019. Furthermore, half of the countries among the top 10 for the highest rates of youth unemployment are in Africa, with South Africa topping the list. This is a humanitarian crisis. Yet, at the same time, Africa’s youthful population offers the continent potential to become an industrial powerhouse at a time dynamics in global manufacturing are changing. South Africa and other African countries should seize the opportunity to use manufacturing to reduce poverty and expand the middle class,” she says. Perumal says nearly every country in the world that has grown into

a prosperous nation has done so through industrialisation. Over the past 20 years, China’s growth on the back of low-cost manufacturing for export has not only transformed the country, but also played a major role in growing global wealth. Today, China is no longer known only as a low-cost manufacturing hub, but also as a leader in the fourth industrial revolution. Now, as China moves towards more high-tech and less labour-intensive manufacturing, Africa’s domestic markets grow, and companies look to build more resilient global value chains, there is an enormous growth opportunity for Africa. Seizing it could transform the face of the continent’s economy. By some estimates, every 100 jobs created in a factory will help create 160 service or supporting jobs. Perumal says some researchers and economists are already reporting the first signs of a manufacturing revolution in Africa. “One estimate shows a bounceback after the de-industrialisation of the 1980s to the early 2000s, with manufacturing production in Africa more than doubling from $73 billion to $157 billion between 2005 and 2014. Among the factors that may explain this include better governance in many parts of the continent, more

business-friendly policy, and the rise of smaller factories making goods to meet the demands of an emerging middle class. The challenge is now to scale these developments and grow intra-Africa trade and exports,” she explains. While it is unwise to generalise about a continent of 54 diverse countries, Perumal notes many reasons to be optimistic about manufacturing across most major African economies. She says the African Continental Free Trade Area (ACFTA) and Africa’s close ties with the BRICS countries are creating new export markets. The potential for more intracontinental trade is particularly important because it will help African manufacturers achieve real economies of scale; something that was always challenging when export major markets were far away. Business-to-business spending in manufacturing in Africa is forecast to top $666 billion by 2030, more than a third more than in 2015. Another reason for optimism is the focus that African governments are putting on industrial strategy and localisation of production. This could be key in rebuilding capacity in areas such as consumer goods, clothing and textiles, and agri-processing, where many African countries have become

dependent on imports. Nonetheless, there are still barriers to industrialisation. Governments will need to focus on building infrastructure, particularly road, rail and power, to create hospitable conditions for manufacturing. They will also need to invest in education and skills development, particularly STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics), to keep up with the high-tech nature of modern manufacturing. Perumal says these are challenges that will require a spirit of genuine public-private partnership. “Industrialists and the government should collaborate to create a framework for growth. This is a strong lesson we can learn from the successes in China and other Asian countries. We can make the ‘made in Africa’ brand synonymous with quality, innovation and unique products,” she says. She adds that African manufacturers have shown their mettle during the Covid-19 crisis, which has also displayed the importance of resilient supply chains. “We have the opportunity to reinvent Africa’s manufacturing sector and turn it into a major global player, in so doing helping to drive socioeconomic development across the African continent,” says Perumal.

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new passport for no borders, becoming a digital citizen

With all of life centering around technology due to the Covid19 pandemic, Nonhlanhla Dube of Boston City Campus discusses a new term, “Digital Citizenship”. This refers to an individual who has the skills and knowledge to make use of technology safely and effectively to communicate, interact and take part in online activity. Nonhlanhla explains that “the responsible use of technology is a crucial aspect for students today, as many Universities and schools allow for assignment submissions and examinations via online Learner Management Systems. The pandemic forced learners and employees to become Digital Citizens. Had students not been born into tech, this event would have proved catastrophic for schooling and universities”. “At Boston we always used technology, what we called a mixed mode methodology, for our students learning,” says Nonhlanhla. Technology allows students to take part in all of their curricular activities whether they are physically at Campus or not. From socialising on WhatsApp, participating in social media, and creating tiktok videos, to learning and shopping online, this all contributes to an individual’s ‘Digital Citizenship’. By the time learners start Primary School- they are able to fully operate a smart phone or tablet. Digital Citizenship is a fundamental factor that prepares students for Universities such as Boston, where all learning activities such as assessments, lectures, assistance and interaction with academic staff as well as examinations, are online. Nonhlanhla mentions six fundamental elements of Digital Citizenship: 1. Balance: Like everything in life, balance is key. While academics require students to spend a certain amount on their Learning Management Systems, she advises that students should set a limit that includes

use greetings. Respect your fellow students and lecturers when engaging with them, especially when communicating with your lecturers or any academic staff. 4. Connecting: Using one’s Digital Citizenship to engage and communicate with friends and family is a good way to stay connected. Having the opportunity to reach out to lecturers is an upside of Digital Citizenship so students don’t get left behind. 5. Learning: Students should leverage off their online activity to expand their knowledge and take part in lessons and tutorials. Digital Citizenship allows not only students but everyone else to be able to search any topic at any given time- this is something that wasn’t available 20 years ago and as a result, it puts students today in an advantageous position when it comes to research. Nonhlanhla Dube

school and some social media or Netflix. Too much screen time can bring about sleep disorders as well as a number of other health concerns. 2. Safety and Privacy: It is crucial for ALL ages to understand the dangers that come with online activity. It also poses many risks for students who aren’t aware of what is and is not appropriate to share online, and financial risks or worse for employed people. Avoid sites where unnecessary personal information is required and always have good quality anti-virus software installed. This is relevant for every digital citizen, as fraudsters become smarter by the second! 3. Respect: Tone of voice is not detected over text, treat people online as you would if you were speaking to them face-to-face. Don’t use caps, don’t abuse exclamation marks, do

6. Critical Thinking: Not everything you find online is of valuelike a sieve, one needs to sift through the junk to find what is relevant to your search. Critical thinking allows students the ability to evaluate searches and to decide whether the information shown in search results is legitimate and appropriate. Nonhlanhla concludes that in efforts to prevent the misuse of technology as well as online learning platforms It is Important to teach students the norms of appropriate, responsible behaviour with regard to the use of digital technologies. Digital Citizenship needs to be constantly reinforced by parents, schools, Universities and working environments- this will allow all of us to understand the fundamentals of Digital Citizenship and navigate our way around the Internet and Online Learning Platforms safely.

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Younger people fall for phishing attacks Jenna Delport

ommon misconception is that older people, who tend to have less experience with new technologies, are easier to scam online; however, recent findings from Atlas VPN suggest that the opposite is true. Millennials, those born between 1981 and 1994/6 and Gen Zers, born between 1997-2012; are more likely to fall for phishing emails than their older counterparts. More than onefifth (23%) of people from Gen Z and the Millennial generation have been tricked by phishing emails in the past. Gen Zers and Millennials are followed by Generation X, born between 1965-1980; 19% of whom have been fooled by email phishing scams. Baby Boomers, on the other hand, are the least likely to fall for phishing attacks. Only 9% of them have done so in the past. In addition to phishing scams, Gen Z and Millennials are also most vulnerable to other cyber security threats. More than half (52%) of them have had a password stolen or at least know someone to whom this has happened, while 48% have also had a social media account hacked or hijacked.

Atlas VPN cyber security researcher Ruth Cizynski says: “While younger generations are more tech-savvy, they are also very accustomed to doing everything online, from communicating with friends to shopping or conducting financial transactions. This use of the Internet makes them less cautious about engaging online or giving out their personal information.” Tips to identify phishing emails include not trusting the display name; a phishing tactic is to spoof (imitate) the display name of an email to give it an air of legitimacy. If you click on the name, you will notice that the address differs from the display. Look but do not click, hover your mouse over any links embedded in the email body. If something seems even remotely strange, do not click on it. Check for spelling errors, brands usually do not make careless mistakes. Cyber criminals also do this purposefully to target less observant users. Analyse the salutation, legitimate businesses usually use a personal salutation with your first and last name rather than a vague greeting. Beware of urgent, threatening language; a common strategy to create panic or entice use of poor judgement.

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he City of Joburg recently signed the Shareholder Compacts for municipal entities at the Joburg Theatre. The Shareholder Compacts govern the relationship between the City of Joburg and municipal entities. The signing was in line with the City’s commitment to provide clean, transparent and accountable governance. During the event Mayor Geoffrey Makhubo said: “As the government of local unity we are determined

to build a liveable, resilient and sustainable City to transform and improve the lives of our communities. We believe that our municipal entities are led by the best men and women. We expect all the municipal entities to govern with integrity and effective leadership.” Makhubo said he is only a representative of the citizens as they are the shareholders of the City of Johannesburg. “Today I am joined by members of the mayoral committee and chairpersons of the boards to ensure that we pledge to deliver quality, ef-

ficient and expeditious services to our residents,” he said. He highlighted the importance of the signing of the shareholders compacts for the city to achieve its strategic long-term goal as enshrined in the City of Johannesburg’s Growth and Development Strategy (GDS) 2040. “We can only realise a dream of a vibrant, equitable African city, strengthened through its diversity; a city that provides quality of life; sustainability for all its citizens; a resilient and adaptive society by working together,” he added.

Johannesburg - The City of Joburg has increased rates and taxes for the 2021/2022 financial year. Delivering the City’s budget on Tuesday Finance MMC Jolidee Matongo said the increases are in line with concerns raised by the public around affordability, and that several factors were considered upon recommendations on the tariffs. “The Covid-19 pandemic continues to have a devastating impact on the livelihoods of residents; and many people struggle to keep up with their municipal accounts. This has affected collection of municipal rates and taxes, which are a source of revenue for service delivery,” Matongo said. The highest increases are for electricity, at 14.59%. Water tariffs increased by 6.8%, with residents still guaranteed a free six kilolitres of water. Sanitation increased by 6.8%; while refuse tariffs dropped to 4.3% as compared to the current rate of 5.2%. Residents who are not pensioners have to pay 2% more in property taxes as compared to the previous year. Meanwhile City Power has been allocated R19.9 billion to help the utility address challenges that include streetlight repairs and installations, electricity failures, facility repairs and preventative maintenance to improve network stability.

Finance MMC Jolidee Matongo

Matongo said the money would also cover the cost of the utility’s turnaround strategy to enhance profitability and revenue. He explained that this is on the back of expectations that the projected revenue, which would be raised through the 14.59% increases, would amount to R20.2 billion. However, the entity was still of concern to the council. “The traditional notion of utilities generating excessive revenue is eroding. For instance large power users are moving away from the grid, which means that revenue generated by City Power is at risk going forward,” Matongo said. The allocation would also cover establishment of a programme management office to manage the transfer of Eskom areas of supply in Soweto, Ivory Park, Sandton and Orange Farm to City Power.

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Youth mentorship initiative opens

Awards convenor Palesa Madumo

Johannesburg - The Prism Awards has made the final selection for this year’s 10 young professionals who have joined the 2021 panel of senior judges through the Young Voices initiative. The Prism Young Voices initiative is aimed at giving youths in the industry the opportunity to apply and expand their knowledge in the field. Inaugurated in 2017, the initiative focuses on empowering and exposing young public relations and

communication enthusiasts through mentorship from industry leaders, while also giving them an opportunity to be adjudicators on the Prism Awards panel. The young voices are given the opportunity to engage in various discussions and forums, which guide their decision-making process and add to their experience. The selection process focused on choosing entrants who offer a different but relevant perspective on

components of the industry. The official top 10 finalists are Bulelani Ngcauzele, Lebone Masombuka, Nqobile Hlubi, Bonolo Makena, Nompumelelo Mjikeliso, Yenzi Khuzwayo, Zimkhitha Nanto, Thando Xaba, Ntokozo Kalako Nwabisa and Nicole Picksley. The Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa (Prisa has been persistent in endorsing the awards over the years. Prism Awards 2021 convenor

Palesa Madumo says: “We are elated to have the 10 finalists join the 2021 awards and welcome them on this journey. The youth continue to be an integral part of growth and future proofing the public relations and communications industry.” The Prism Awards will take place virtually on 4 June 2021. This year’s Prism Young voices on Twitter @YoungVoices2021 #PRISMAwards21. For more visit Prism-Awards.co.za.

Businessman to empower young artistes “Life was difficult when I came to Johannesburg to look for work. It was not oburg businessman easy for me to get a good job, and musician Joseph but I taught myself to build Zitha is set to invest in houses. I built my empire upcoming and talented with my own hands, movyoung artistes. ing from being a self-taught Zitha aka ZT Buldoza constructer to an owner of a is currently working on a successful construction comnew album to be released pany that has built so many later this year; a follow houses in Johannesburg,” he up to his 2020 hit titled said. Loko Rixile. The father of four says he Born and bred in Limwent against insane odds to popo, and having rebecome a successful busileased two albums, Zitha nessman and musician. says he registered Zitha “It takes hard work, dePublishing company termination and a strong with the aim to nurture character to make it in the and empower artistes. construction industry. The “I always had a passion Businessman Joseph Zitha industry has always been refor music; I never had the opportunity to explore the industry as I had garded as for white people as it requires a lot a difficult upbringing and had to work hard to of capital. No one ever believed that a black survive. I have been inspired by legends like person can make it. I had confidence in myself Chicco Twala and vision myself sharing the and that has driven me towards my goals. You must believe in yourself,” he said. stage with them,” he said. His manager Titus Hlongwane says Zitha Zitha is of a generation of black South Africans who rode the wave of democracy from goes an extra mile to uplift his community through creating employment opportunities. 1994 and made it out of poverty. “Registering the Zitha publishing company was a way to empower youths from disadvantaged backgrounds. He has appetite for growth within the music industry. It’s not an easy task to be a full-time businessman and musician,” he added. Zitha’s fan Thato Mulaudzi says he cannot wait for the upcoming album. “ZT Buldoza is my source of inspiration. I admire what he has done from humble beginnings and respect his love to give back to the community. I will continue supporting his music,” he said. Zitha Publishing is opening its doors to all upcoming musicians who are determined to make a mark in the industry. The company records and publishes music from different genres and develops artistes. Nodumo Makaza

Notice Ms Tineni Sibanda, the mother of the following child, Ayanda Buhlebenkosi Sibanda, date of birth 22 May 2016, is hereby requested to contact the biological father Mr Mxolisi Wiseman Nkosi on cellphone 078 974 3620 or the Booysens Children’s Court regarding the issuing of a birth certificate.

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Bogus cops nabbed Johannesburg - Police recently arrested two suspects for impersonating, kidnapping and extortion at corner Princess and Albertina Sisulu streets in Mayfair. Police spokesperson Captain Xoli Mbele said a 35-year-old man was kidnapped by two bogus cops driving a silver grey VW Polo. “They wore face masks with a police emblem and told him they were police officers. They took him to their vehicle and demanded R2 000 for his release. He called his brother asking for the money, and he alerted the police. The brother gave them R1 100, but they refused to release his brother until he gave them the outstanding money. Police closed them down, the victim was rescued and the money recovered,” Mbele said. Mbele added that earlier police and community patrollers arrested a 52-year-old woman for impersonating police at corner Rahima Moosa and Smal streets in the CBD. “Police received a complaint about a woman wearing a police uniform demanding money from shops owned by foreign nationals. She told the police she is a captain working at Johannesburg Central police station, and had a fake police appointment card,” Mbele said. Johannesburg Central station commander Brigadier Perumal said such people damage the image of the police. He advised foreign shop owners to expose suspected police who demand money from them.

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ing to rising criminal activity, including vehicle theft and hijackings. As road users, we need to sharpen up and think South African. For instance, with many roads in poor condition, and the danger of crime, we should reduce driving at night. Because of reckless driving by others, we should approach all intersections with caution, regardless of what colour the traffic light is. It’s all about preventative awareness,” Jonck says. MasterDrive chief executive Eugene Herbert says the rise in hijackings should propel drivers to take extra care. “A consistent rise in hijackings has been seen across the last few crime statistics. This traumatic and financially demanding crime appears to be something South Africans may not see a lowering of in the near future. It is important for drivers to accept that attempting to prevent yourself from becoming a victim depends on your ability to be aware of risky situations, and knowing what to do when you feel at risk. Awareness of your surroundings is the most important tool to prevent yourself from becoming a victim,” Herbert says. He encourages drivers to use the information below to make informed decisions, but to avoid panicking. The advice is: always be aware of who is driving behind you and how long they have been there. Never turn into a driveway or iso-

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outh Africa’s platform for supporting young talent, the Design Indaba Emerging Creatives programme, has announced the 2021 class. The programme takes the form of virtual exhibition and individual online profiles on the Design Indaba website. The programme includes documentary videography, social media content on Design Indaba’s channels, masterclass sessions with international and local experts that include UK-based Artsthread, and inclusion on Design Indaba’s soon-to-be-launched Google Arts and Culture presence. The programme is supported by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture with the aim of nurturing new talent. The programme functions as a launching pad for careers; and over the years it has provided a much-needed break for scores of young designers. Design Indaba founder Ravi Naidoo said: “With the economic impact of Covid-19 it is vital that we continue to support our youth and aid their entry into the local and global marketplace, so their stars can truly shine. Young talent, with so much potential, needs all the help it can get, and so we thank the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture for supporting this programme.” Many Design Indaba emerging creatives have gone on to achieve global recognition for their projects and brands. Famous names include fashion and homeware label MaXhosa by Laduma Ngxokolo, Kristin-lee Mool-

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man, Thebe Magugu, Rich Mnisi, Katherine-Mary Pichulik of Pichulik, Neo Mahlangu, Andile Dyalvane, Cole Ndelu and others. Ndelu is one of this year’s curators, who, alongside fellow curator Thabisa Mjo of Mash T Design, was invited by Design Indaba to select this year’s final cut. Annually, 40 creatives are chosen from submissions received after the nationwide call for proposals. The final 40 creatives are chosen from design disciplines ranging from architecture and spatial design to product design, industrial design, photography, film, graphic design, illustration, ceramics, design for social impact, interior design, jewellery, fashion and the visual arts. Naidoo said: “We are extremely encouraged by the quality and calibre of the submissions we received, and we know that the South African creative community will be positively uplifted by the addition of these bright young minds.” For more see www.designindaba.com

he Market Theatre curated a series of 30-minute online productions under the banner of Salute the Playwright, which premiered on 10 April 2021. Diaparo Tsa Mama is the third production of a series of 10 that will be produced under this banner for this season, from 26 May to 27 June. Salute the Playwright presents a mixture of South African and Continental works to be online throughout the year as part of the 45 years of the Market Theatre celebration. New to the Market Theatre writing sphere is writer and director Rorisang Motuba who brings the drama Diaparo Tsa Mama. On the eve of their mother’s funeral, two sisters, aged 23 and 29, sort through their beloved matriarch’s clothes to find a perfect outfit to bury her in. Their sensitive nostalgia morphs into harrowing discoveries about death, grief and survival. The sisters debate culture, duty and motherhood as they sort through their deceased mother’s clothes. One sister must choose their mother’s final resting clothes while the other navigates her grief and guilt; in a one act play that is mediation through loss, life and the pursuit of closure. Motuba studied Drama, Political Science and Film and Media Studies at the University of Cape Town,

where she produced a number of projects. After graduation she was accepted at the New York Film Academy and Baron/Brown Studio in Los Angeles, US, where she studied and graduated Magna Cum Laude. After her three-year stint studying Acting and Writing for Film, she returned to Johannesburg where she began pursuing a career in the arts. Since then she has written and starred in numerous South African and international productions and continues to honour her heritage as a natural storyteller. Lerato Gwebu and Ziaphora Dakile will star in this heart-warming drama that deals with emotions of loss and womanhood. Lerato Gwebu joined the South African Airforce in January 2011 hoping to escape the world of uncertainty of the South African arts industry. She eventually heeded the call and enrolled for a musical theatre course at Tshwane University of Technology (TUT in 2013. Her acting abilities were identified by Market Theatre artistic director James Ngcobo in 2015 at TUT during her third year. Today Lerato is among the distinguished upcoming young artists. Her professionalism, work ethic and the love for her craft has gained her respect from elders in the industry. Dakile, new to the Market Theatre stages, is an actor, poet, production

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outh African Under-23 national team coach David Notoane has named a squad to take part in a tournament in the United Arab Emirates against Brazil, Korea and Argentina from 5-11 June 2021. The event is part of the team’s preparations for the rescheduled Tokyo Olympic Games set for 22 July-8 August. This is to be the fourth preparation camp for the team ahead of the Tokyo Olympics. South Africa is in Group A with hosts Japan who they face on 22 July at Tokyo Stadium, France at Saitama Stadium on 25 July and

Mexico at Sapporo Dome, July 28. Notoane says his aim is to assess how overseas-based players integrate with local players. “The camp in Dubai is one that kick-starts our preparations for the Olympic Games. It is also aimed at integrating foreign based players to see what they can bring in increasing quality and addressing challenging positions. We hope to get all the players we need to integrate them during this camp. It will also give us a good measure in terms of the level of our players’ state of preparedness for the Tokyo Olympics later in July,” Notoane said. He said he is looking forward to

the Olympics, and hopes the players will make the country proud. The Team Goalkeepers: Mondli Mpoto (Bloemfontein Celtic); Lincoln Vyver (Cape Town Spurs); Ricardo Goss (Mamelodi Sundowns) Defenders: Tercious Malepe (FC Minaj, Ukraine); Katlego Mohamme (University of Pretoria); Thendo Mukumela (Cape Town Spurs); Luke Fleurs (Supersport United); Bongani Sam (Orlando Pirates); Keanu Cupido (Cape Town City); Kamogelo Mahlangu (TS Galaxy) Midfielders: Luke Le Roux (Varbergs BoIS, Sweden); Thabo Cele

(Cova da Piedade, Portugal); Khanya Leshabela (Leicester City, England); Athenkosi Dlala (University of Pretoria); Neo Gift Links (Aarhus GF, Denmark); Kobamelo Kodisang (Sporting Braga, Portugal); Nkosingiphile Ngcobo (Kaizer Chiefs); Sphephelo Sithole (Os Belenenses AD, Portugal); Promise Mkhuma (Mamelodi Sundowns) Forwards: Fagrie Lakay (Cape Town City); Siyabonga Ligendza (Cardiff City, England); Luther Singh (FC Pacos de Ferreira, Portugal); Keletso Makgalwa (Mamelodi Sundowns); Lyle Foster (Vitoria Guimares FC, Portugal); Liam Jordan (FC Helsingor, Denmark)

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