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Tech solutions to help GBV victims A study by the World Health Organisation (WHO) found that 42% of females between 13 and 23 in the country reported experiencing physical dating violence. The incidence of unreported violence is much higher and getting worse.

Microsoft SA director Lillian Barnard

Johannesburg - Microsoft South Africa and gender-based violence (GBV) NPO partners, 1 000 Women Trust and TEARS Foundation, have launched the Safe@ Home Hackathon to address GBV in South Africa. The virtual hackathon will run from 22 September to 19 October, and invites the developer community to create and develop technology-based solutions to help GBV victims, vulnerable women and children. Access to the right technology can enable a better and safer way for women and children to reach out for help, the organisers say. Microsoft SA managing director Lillian Barnard says GBV is one of the most pressing and critical challenges South Africa faces. “President Ramaphosa identified it as the second pandemic our country is currently battling, and a war that is being waged against women and children, with over

40% of South African women experiencing sexual and physical interpersonal violence in their lifetime,” she says. A study by the World Health Organisation found that 42% of females between 13 and 23 in the country reported experiencing physical dating violence. The incidence of unreported violence is much higher and getting worse. 1 000 Women Trust founder Tina Thiart says violence against women and children is escalating under the current circumstances, with many confined to homes. “This indicates a clear need to take action to address genderbased violence,” she adds. Hackathons are aimed at finding solutions to specific challenges through collaborative brainstorming and programming in a short time. The Safe@Home Hackathon will look to facilitate collaboration to create and develop technology-based solutions that

will work in the context of South Africa’s unique circumstances and challenges. “Ensuring that we are able to build these kinds of fit-for-purpose technology-based solutions will require partnerships with developers, NGOs in the genderbased violence space like TEARS Foundation and 1 000 Women Trust, government, corporate South Africa and other technology players. Together, we will provide the support needed as we call on developers across the country to come together, understand the issues surrounding gender-based violence, create and develop technology-based solutions that can help save lives,” says Barnard. Safe@Home in South Africa is replicating the successful initiative piloted by Microsoft Israel in partnership with the Michal Sela Forum, headed by the sister of a victim of GBV, and the country’s developer community to create

and develop technology-based solutions to help GBV victims. The hackathon resulted in the development of a number of applications that will be deployed in Israel to help other women and children who need it. Likewise, South Africa’s hackathon aims to help the country’s most vulnerable. The winning idea will be developed into a full application that will be deployed to support women who need help. The top three teams also stand to win cash prizes; winners will be announced on 26 October. Founder and director of TEARS Foundation, Mara Glennie says: “I look forward to exploring the possibilities that technology can provide to help keep women and children safe, and working together to tackle the scourge of gender-based violence.” Developers who would like to participate can join the project on https://safeathome.bemyapp.com/

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Our

training advisors and consultants are the backbone of support for

our students.

What

makes them tick?

And what makes them love what they do? We sat down to chat with Alvino Arrison of Bellville, find out why the Boston TA’s are so passionate about what they do.

1. Tell us a bit about Boston and the institution’s values? Boston City Campus is a student-centred institution of Higher Education. Our primary goal is to improve the lives of students and graduates by making them marketable as work-ready employees. We do this through operating a tech-based platform that enables anytime anywhere online applications, registrations, learning and assessment. We also do this through achieving both local as well as international accreditation for our qualifications; by having a large national footprint enabling students to remain at home and/or work while they study, saving costs of time, travel and accommodation as well as allowing them to continue to contribute in the home; by using AI (artificial intelligence) to monitor their progress continuously, and by using human interaction when the AI alerts us that a student needs enhanced supervision and assistance. 2. What does a Training Advisor do at the college? As a leading provider of tertiary education in South Africa, Boston believes that just offering qualifications is only half of its job – the other half is ensuring that its students have the knowledge and support to make the right career choice. Boston is very focussed on ensuring a match between interests and skills, to a career or industry. As training advisors we believe firmly that when a student is guided towards the correct qualification that is appropriate to his or her interests, as well as ability, time constraints and financial commitment, the chance of success in the qualification and subsequent career and/or employment increases significantly. My job is to assist with this guidance and supervise the student until they successfully graduate. I am involved with the student from before decision making until graduation, it is a very rewarding and fulfilling job for me. We

work-force; international accreditation levels the playing fields when our grads interact with international workforces. And should graduates relocate, their qualifications travel with them!

Alvino Arrison also make use of a career guidance tool called “Career Compass”; through which Boston provides prospective students with the opportunity to discover more about themselves, their talents and what kind of careers they would be best suited to. 3. Boston has international accreditation -tell us some more? Boston is recognised and awarded accreditation as an Independent Higher Education Institution with the British Accreditation Council (BAC). The BAC currently accredits more than 230 institutions in 19 countries. Boston is also a candidate for the accreditation of specific programmes by the Accreditation Council of Business Schools and Programmes (ACBSP), Unites States, America. South Africa is part of a global online economy and

4. Being online, especially now in the pandemic, how does Boston make sure students receive your celebrated ‘personal attention’? Our job is getting the students through to graduation. We also understand that students have a background with different experiences of learning, and are therefore starting at different points in their journey. To this end we have many ways that a student can ask for assistance including phone calls, emails, skype calls and WhatsApp groups. Help is always available thanks to Boston’s continued use of technologybased training with academic staff at the other end of the click of a button. To enhance students rate of success we have developed a specially designed pro-active monitoring and mentoring educational system, designed to support online learning. What does this mean for a student? It means that you have access to assistance with your coursework. It means you can get your queries answered by your assigned tutor, either in person, via email, telephonically or via skype. It means you only progress in your coursework as you master the work that has been completed. It means you can get topics explained and reexplained until you are satisfied. It is a proactive system, which will actively monitor every learner. Training Advisors are always available to students, and will refer them to the correct department when necessary. I always welcome students too chat to me, and they are also welcome to make an appointment (Covid19 regulations) and see me in the college should they feel that they wish to do an in-person application or query. In essence my job excites me and seeing students register and watching them through to graduation excites me!

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Phishing gets more targeted under Covid-19 Tech Reporter Phishing attacks are becoming more targeted, with new tricks. Findings in Kaspersky’s new spam and phishing in Q2 2020 report indicate that security solutions have detected 2 023 501 phishing attacks in South Africa, Kenya, Egypt, Nigeria, Rwanda and Ethiopia. Phishing is one of the oldest and most flexible types of social engineering attacks. They are used in many ways, to lure unwary users to a site and trick them into entering personal information. That often includes financial credentials such as bank account passwords or payment card details, or login details for social media accounts. This opens doors to malicious operations, such as money being stolen or corporate networks compromised. South African users have been influenced most by this, with 616 666 phishing attacks detected in three months. By sending massive waves of emails under the name of legitimate institutions or promoting fake pages, malicious users increase chances of success in their hunt for people’s credentials. Security expert Tatyana Sidorina says when summarising results of the first quarter they assumed that Covid-19 would be the main topic for spammers and phishers, and it certainly happened. “While there was the rare spam mailing sent out without mentioning the pandemic, phishers adapted their old schemes to make them relevant for the current news agenda, as well as come up with new tricks,” she said. In the first six months of 2020, phishers targeted small companies. They forged emails and websites from organisations whose products or services could be purchased by potential victims. The fraudsters often did not even try to make the site appear authentic. Once a fraudster gains access to an employee’s mailbox, they can use it for further attacks on the company, the rest of its staff, or even its contractors.

Security expert Tatyana Sidorina

The news agenda, following the Covid-19 outbreak, has influenced the ‘excuses’ fraudsters use when asking for personal information. This includes disguising their communications as delivery services. At the peak of the pandemic, organisations responsible for delivering letters and parcels needed to notify recipients of possible delays. These are types of emails fraudsters faked, with victims asked to open attachments to find the address of a warehouse where they could pick up a shipment that did not reach its destination. Another original move fraudsters use is a message containing a small image of a postal receipt. The scammers expected the recipient would accept the attachment; which, although it contained ‘JPG’ in the name, was an executable archive as the full version. The Noon spyware was found in such mailings. Bank phishing attacks often used emails offering benefits and bonuses to customers of credit institutions due to the pandemic. Emails contained a file with instructions or links to get more details. Fraudsters could gain access to users’ computers, personal data, or authentication data for various services. Weakening of the economy caused unemployment, and fraudsters used this. Mailings announced, for example, amendments to medical leave procedure, or surprised the recipient about dismissal. Attachments had a TrojanDownloader.MSOffice.SLoad.gen file. This Trojan is most often used for downloading and installing encryptors.

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No excuse for Matric exams expected - dept Candidates who were scheduled to write their Matric exams in May could not do so because of the lockdown; and this will be the largest exam sitting ever

The Marketing Incubator helps youth owned businesses grow

Applications open for small businesses incubator Tom Jackson South African start-ups have been invited to apply for the second edition of The Marketing Incubator, which helps participants develop and implement strategies for marketing their products and services. A Johannesburg-based virtual programme, The Marketing Incubator shares knowledge with startups and small business owners to

enable them to balance their operational strategies, together with understanding and implementing strategies which will allow them to market and sell their wares. It provides entrepreneurs with an array of targeted marketing resources and insight, developed by the incubator management and offered online. Participants must be registered with CIPC, be aged 25 years or older, and be running their

business on a full-time basis. The Marketing Incubator founder and CEO Lebogang Makola says: “We are looking forward to collaboration and information exchange which will assist a lot of small business owners, especially as many companies are affected due to Covid-19. Applications are open on https:// www.marketingincubator.co.za/ until September 4 this year.

Johannesburg - The Department of Basic Education has said there should not be an excuse by any school not to be ready for the Matric examinations. The department recently announced this year’s adjusted Matric exam timetable, owing to the Covid-19 lockdown. In the timetable the National Senior Certificate final exams will be conducted between 5 November and 15 December. Candidates who were scheduled to write their exams in May could not do so because of the lockdown; and this will be the largest exam sitting ever, with about a million candidates expected to participate. With some teacher unions expressing concern with their members returning to work during the Covid-19 pandemic, the department said no school should be unprepared for the Matric exams. The department’s spokesperson Elijah Mhlanga said there was more

Spokesperson Elijah Mhlanga

than enough time to prepare for the examinations. “If you declare yourself not to be ready, then you should not be in business, especially for Grade 12 candidates who have been given a priority, and have always been the first to go back to school. We are even changing the start date for the exams to be much later. Usually, we start on 15 October, we are still in August, and the exams start in November,” Mhlanga said. The department also said registration for the National Senior Certificate exams has closed, and no late registrations will be considered.

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City sets up 24-hour GBV helpline

Health and Social Development MMC Eunice Mgcina

Johannesburg - The City of Joburg has set up a 24-hour telephone hotline to blow the whistle on the abuse of women and children, and afford victims psychosocial support and access to justice. In a statement the City said through the iThemba Crisis Line, designed to cushion victims of gender-based violence (GBV) against the psychological impact of the scourge, it aims to encourage people to ring in with tips about suspected cases. Health and Social Development MMC Eunice Mgcina says the hotline aims to bring hope and assistance to women and children who may be in distress. “Until such a time where gender-

based violence and femicide are eradicated, there can be no rest,” she says. The 0800 223 217 toll-free iThemba 24 hour-Crisis Line provides emotional support; crisis intervention; tele counselling; containment of feelings and situation; 24-hour access to professional help and a network of support services. Mayor Geoff Makhubo says gender-based violence and femicide is everybody’s business and everyone must rise to the clarion call to address this pandemic. “GBV knows no colour or class, yet the ones who bear the brunt the most are found in the periphery of our City,” says Makhubo.

He adds that the crisis line will aid the City’s response in providing support and linkage to social support services, and also assist with safety, security, mental health and access to justice for victims of gender-based violence and substance abuse. The 24-hour Substance Abuse Crisis Line is situated at 28 Harrison Street, Marshalltown in the Joburg CBD. It provides an integrated a focus on the wellbeing of communities, ensuring preventive and curative health services for all age groups. It forms part of the City’s strategy to eradicate substance abuse and related social ills, the City said.

PwC Africa CEO Dion Shango

Partnership to deliver youth

job skills

Christina Dlamini and her children sit on their bed and what remains of their shack after it was demolished.

Occupiers accuse officials of burning their belongings Zoë Postman

amilies occupying land in Duduza, Ekurhuleni, have been displaced for the fourth time since 5 August. This follows the demolition of 34 shacks by the Ekurhuleni Metro Police Department (EMPD) and the Anti-Land Invasion Unit last Thursday morning. Rofhiwa Tshimuka said EMPD and the Anti-Land Invasion Unit arrived at about 10:30am.

“They surrounded us and started firing rubber bullets to clear the area so they could demolish our shacks. I begged an officer not to burn my son’s clothes but he took the whole bag of clothes and threw it in the fire. My son has nothing left besides what he is wearing now,” Tshimuka alleged. She said her work uniform and clockin card were also burnt. According to the occupiers, most of them started building on the land in May. Leader of the occupation, Collen “Rasta” Ra-

moshaba said he built his own shack because he did not have money to pay rent. He is unemployed; before lockdown he sold chips and sweets on the side of the road. “When people saw that I built my shack here, they started asking if I have a place for them. The amount of people asking for a place to stay increased when the lockdown happened because people lost their jobs,” he said. The land was a dump site before they occupied it, said Ramoshaba, so they cleaned the land as they occupied. On 5 August, during the first demolition, Ramoshaba said they ran into their shacks to remove their belongings but the EMPD started shooting at them with rubber bullets. He showed four rubber bullet wounds he said he sustained that day while trying to save his household belongings. Ramoshaba

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also accused the officials of burning some of their belongings, including documents, while they were demolishing. The occupiers then rebuilt about 14 shacks on Wednesday night. The City returned the next day to tear them down again, said Ramoshaba. Christina Dhlamini, another leader of the occupation, said she lived with her boyfriend before she moved there. “He liked to fight with me so I had to move out with my kids. I couldn’t afford to pay rent somewhere else, so I built my own place here. They are so cruel and heartless. Our kids are traumatised. As soon as they see the EMPD cars, they cry and say ‘they are coming to shoot us,’” she said. The City of Ekurhuleni said it did not carry out evictions and therefore did not require a court order to demolish the homes. City spokesperson Themba Gadebe said the EMPD have been preventing attempts by occupiers to move onto the land since February. Gadebe added that no one had managed to settle on the land because the EMPD had prevented that from happening. He denied that the occupiers had been living there since May. “It is a tactic that land occupiers use. They bring fridges, stoves and beds, and then call the media so it looks like we are evicting people but we are not. Evictions are banned during the lockdown so it is illegal to evict people,” he said. GroundUp

Johannesburg - PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) and Unicef South Africa have announced details of local collaboration to help prepare young people with relevant skills to enter the workforce. This is part of a three-year global collaboration between PwC Africa and Unicef in support of Generation Unlimited, a multi-sector partnership aimed at helping 1.8 billion young people transition from school to work by 2030. The collaboration will support young people who are currently outside the workforce to develop the requisite 21st century skills to gain entry into the job market and to become entrepreneurs in the fourth industrial revolution. PwC Africa CEO Dion Shango says this is a critical time for the business community, educators, government and other stakeholders to contribute to the development of young people. “Our collaboration with Unicef will expose young people to diverse digital skills and broaden their knowledge for the future workplace. Together we can make a difference by helping uplift and prepare the youth for tomorrow’s new workforce,” Shango adds. Unicef South Africa deputy representative Muriel Mafico says it is time to invest in young people. “This collaboration with PwC is vital to help provide digital and transferable skills that young people have identified as being critical for their prosperity,” she adds. The South African collaboration will provide a specific focus on girls and young women who often miss out on developing ICT skills. Only 23 percent of tech jobs are held by women globally, according to Unesco, and this inequality is mirrored in South Africa. PwC Africa will improve young people and employers’ access to information and services about learning opportunities through a new data management platform; bolster the Techno Girls and Naspers Labs programmes, supported by Unicef, to expand opportunities for girls to access science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics (STEM) related skills and work opportunities.

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Booze producer supports efforts to curb Covid-19

Ya Basadi is a new programme aimed at supporting female-owned businesses

Programme supports women’s tech businesses The ultimate goal of the programme is to help women-owned businesses scale, generate more value and create employment in Joburg economies Braamfontein - Wits University’s Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct has unveiled its inaugural Ya Basadi in 4IR programme, with the financial support of JP Morgan. Ya Basadi is an acceleration programme that will enable Tshimologong to support established small businesses in transitioning into technology with the purpose of optimising their operations. The programme targets womenowned businesses, which are already trading and have a clear understanding of how tech can scale their businesses. Ya Basadi will also include underserved female entrepreneurs from low income backgrounds. Enterprise development manager at Tshimologong Khwezi Fudu Cenenda says the Ya Basadi programme is well timed as the country dedicates August to saluting women. “Entrepreneurship is fast becoming a chosen way to counteract the low economic growth and increas-

ing unemployment. This is particularly prevalent when looking at the Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA) research, which notes that 72% of micro-enterprises and 40% of small enterprises are currently owned by women. Unfortunately, these businesses often require funding and support in terms of digital transformation,” Cenenda says. Developed with three main components; technology training, experiential learning through immersions in industry and the development of a Minimum Viable Product (MVP), the programme will enable participants to understand how to apply new technology into their business such as, among others, Machine Learning (ML), data analytics, robotics and Internet of Things (IoT. The ultimate goal of the programme is to help womenowned businesses scale, generate more value and create employment in Johannesburg economies. “Only 13% of women graduate in

STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) while only 23% hold IT jobs. This means the potential for women to participate in 4IR is limited. Our objective is to innovate and collaborate to find new ways of increasing access for women in technology. Those companies already classified as tech businesses will get the opportunity to deepen their use of tech. This pipeline will need to be nurtured, which is why we are looking to secure additional partnerships to assist in developing the programme,” says Cenenda. Senior country officer for JP Morgan, Kevin Latter says: “JP Morgan globally focuses on supporting small business and empowerment of women. The devastating impact of Covid-19 in South Africa has made it even more important for the business sector to support the development of smaller businesses and job creation.” For more information visit https:// tshimologong.joburg/yabasadi/

Gunmen killed in “Wild West” shootout with cops Vosloorus - Last Thursday two alleged robbers were shot dead near the Chris Hani Mall in Vosloorus, and another succumbed to gunshot wounds in hospital after police foiled a planned robbery. A fourth suspect was arrested during what the Hawks said resembled a deadly ‘Wild West movie scene’. Hawks spokesperson Captain Lloyd Ramovha said two firearms, ammunition and two vehicles were seized when the Hawks’ Technical Operations Management Section (TOMS), followed up on information and prevented a planned armed robbery. “The four suspects were at the parking lot in two vehicles, a Ford Figo and a Hyundai i20, waiting for their unsuspecting target to exit the mall after a bank transaction. The suspects panicked after they spotted what they

believed were police officers, they fired shots at the unmarked police vehicle and sped off. A high-speed chase ensued, followed by gunfire exchange until one of the suspects’ vehicle crashed onto a parked vehicle on the side of the road near Huntersfield stadium. Two suspects had already succumbed to injuries while the other was taken to hospital where he later died. The driver of the Hyundai was also intercepted and detained following the skirmish,” Ramovha said. He added that preliminary investigation revealed that the Ford Figo was reported as hijacked in July at Rabie Ridge SAPS. “An inquest docket has been opened for the three deceased suspects; the surviving one faces charges of conspiracy to commit robbery, attempted murder, illegal possession of firearms and ammunition,” Ramovha said.

Johannesburg - After welcoming the government’s announcement to allow sale of alcohol the South African Breweries (SAB) said it is committed to economic recovery of the sector, and also to helping to contain the spread of the Covid-19 virus infections. SAB vice-president of corporate affairs Zoleka Lisa said moving to the Level 2 lockdown is important for the economy. “Lifting prohibition on the sale of alcohol is a welcome relief for our industry, and the million livelihoods SAB corporate vice-president Zoleka Lisa livelihoods,” Lisa said. who depend on us. We understand She also called on people to conthat the situation requires vigilance and adherence to Covid-19 safety sume alcohol responsibly. “Our beers are to be enjoyed moderprotocols, and we reassure our partners in government that we remain ately and responsibly, and we do not committed to support the national condone reckless behaviour of any effort to curb the spread of this vi- kind, especially as we fight to contain rus. We acknowledge and appreciate the spread of Covid-19. SAB, along the balancing act between managing with the rest of the alcohol industry, affirm commitment to partnering with lives and livelihoods,” Lisa said. She called on the all South Afri- government to create a social comcans to participate towards ensuring pact for driving positive behavioural a sustainable and inclusive economic change regarding the consumption of alcohol. We hope this is the beginning growth path. “We also look forward to reinitiating of a new era for the industry’s partjob creation and responsible growth nership with government, and in the for the industry, with an ultimate spirit of inclusiveness, we can ensure objective of returning confidence in a positive and beneficial impact for order to ensure sustainability for all all stakeholders,” said Lisa.

More babies abandoned at hospitals Johannesburg - The Gauteng Department of Health says there has been an increase in the number of new-born babies abandoned at hospitals; with 118 left at various public hospitals so far this year. Hospitals such as Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, Carletonville, Leratong in the west of Johannesburg, Far East Rand and Thembisa have a high rate of child abandonment, the department said. Spokesperson Kwara Kekana says the babies spend between one and four weeks at the hospital. “Some of the reasons for abandoning babies include teenage mothers fearful of their parents, unwanted and unplanned pregnancies, lack of

immediate basic supplies of clothes and toiletries for the mother and baby upon discharge, lack of emotional, financial and social support from the father, and undocumented migrant mothers,” Kekana says. She adds that the department is seeking ways to address the situation. “Hospital social workers can provide mothers at risk for abandonment with basic material support for the mother and child through networking with child protection organisations. This provides the mother with some immediate means to care for herself and the baby until she can make an informed decision on the matter,” Kekana adds.

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Theatres present shows highlighting women’s challenges Ntombi Mashaba

oburg City Theatres (JCT) together with Joburg’s Department of Community Development commemorate the national march of women in 1956 to petition against legislation that required Africans to carry the ‘pass’, dedicating this month a celebratory for women in South Africa. Community Development MMC Margaret Arnolds says: “May we never forget the sacrifices made by the iconic women of 1956 who transformed the political landscape of our country. We continue to draw strength from their determination, resilience and fortitude as we forge ahead in the struggles for a more equal society.” In celebrating Women’s Month, JCT presents a series of shows about women highlighting the challenges they have faced in the struggle to be free and the important role they continue to play in society. A series of acclaimed productions are free to stream on @SowetoTheatre, @JoburgTheatre and @RoodepoortTheatre YouTube pages up to 31 August 2020. Gone Native is a story of love, bravery and courage. Regina Brooks defied what was normal and chased her heart’s desires. She found love and lost it, had beautiful children, lived happily and tasted melancholy all at once. A story not so unique to South Af-

The Art of Women mural at the Maboneng Precinct

Women’s art mural on

display at Maboneng Butchie Seroto

pple-owned artist development company Platoon, in partnership with Baz-Art, have unveiled The Art of Women mural and a playlist to commemorate African female artists, which is on display at the Maboneng Precinct in the Johannesburg CBD. The mural, which was unveiled on Women’s Day, is courtesy of renowned South African artist, Dbongz Mahlathi while the playlist was curated by Platoon. The initiative seeks to commemorate African female artists and their voices in society, and highlight gender-based violence in the country. The mural, to be on display at the Maboneng Precinct until 9 October, features nine female artists, including South African artists Msaki, Zu, Azana, Ami Faku, Zolani Mahola,

Mila Smith, Zoë Modiga, Kanyi Mavi and Dope Saint Jude. Street art and murals are a medium used to express and give meaning to African heritage, struggles and pop culture. Modiga said: “I think our stories are not a monolith, but are so impactful and it’s so beautiful to have spaces created for us to exist; spaces that see us, spaces that celebrate who we are, and for that I’m truly grateful.” The interactive mural also features a QR code that takes viewers to a playlist, which comprise music by Ami Faku, Zu, Simi, Mila Smith, Makhadzi, Amaarae, Amy Ayanda, Makhadzi, Zolani Mahola, Azana, Inga Hina, Manu Grace, Kanyi Mavi, and Zoë Modiga. Other featured artists outside South Africa are Karun (Kenya), DJ Cuppy (Nigeria), Amaarae (Ghana) and Valerie Omari (DRC/SA).

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rica, Regina escaped an abusive relationship and became a loving, devoted mother to her children. Bridges and Arches is a critically acclaimed dance showcase production of the 2019 NSA Festival of the Arts, featuring four leading South African female choreographers, which makes it the perfect choice for Women’s Month. Not I is a 25-minute abstract contemporary dance work which explores the isolation women experience as victims of abuse. Joburg City Theatres CEO Xoliswa Nduneni Ngema says: “Women are making great progress in business, politics, academic and economic careers, and it is important to celebrate such stories. Our organisation is creating awareness and change in the arts and the world with such stories.”

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Caf postpones U-20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers Sports Reporter

he Confederation of African Football (Caf) has postponed the first round 2021 Women’s World Cup qualifying matches, owing to the travel restrictions in countries on the continent. Caf had earlier scheduled the first round for September, before the second and third in October and November. The matches have been postponed indefinitely. In the first leg between September 4-6, and second leg a week later, Morocco were to face Algeria; Gabon was to play Congo, while Liberia would engage Cameroon, and Burkina Faso against Nigeria. In other first-round fixtures, Ghana meet Guinea-Bissau and Senegal battle Tanzania, while Bo-

The SA Under-20 women’s team

tswana play with South Africa, and Ethiopia face Zimbabwe. In a statement Caf said due to Covid-19 travel restrictions, the qualifiers, scheduled for September 2020, have been postponed. “The first round first leg was fixed

for 3-5 September 2020, with the return leg from 10-12 September 2020. The revised fixtures for the qualifiers will be announced in due course after consultation with various stakeholders. Meanwhile, Caf is monitoring the situ-

ation and working with relevant authorities with regards to hosting of the matches, and will make pronouncements accordingly.” Two teams will represent Africa at the finals 20 January – 6 February 2021 in Costa Rica and Panama.