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Bengali Bombshell to have Valentine’s Wedding?

Report is doing all the rounds that highly cherished couple Aditya Chopra and Rani Mukherjee will exchange wedding vows on 14th February, on the occasion of Valentine’s Day. The wedding venue is Umaid Palace in Jodhpur and Rani recently visited the palace to check the last every detail. For quite sometime, Rani Mukherjee and Aditya Chopra’s wedding was doing all the rounds.

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Talk about a “hare”raising incident!

S.Africa orders removal of rabbit from Mandela statue’s ear The South African government has ordered the removal of a rabbit that was secretly sculpted into a recently unveiled statue of Nelson Mandela. The artists who built the nine metre (30foot), bronze colossus in Pretoria, added a rabbit into the ear of the statue, without clearance from government.

Dali Tambo, chairman of Koketso Growth said it had from the beginning been decided against engraving the statue.

“We want to restore the integrity of the sculpture as soon as possible,” Mogomotsi Mogodiri, spokesman for the ministry of arts and culture told AFP.

“It is regrettable that the artists chose this way of expressing their opinion about not signing the sculpture,” said Tambo, who is also the son of one of the leading anti-apartheid politicians, Oliver Tambo.

The government said it was unaware of the rabbit’s existence until a local newspaper brought it to their attention.

The two bronze sculptors -- Andre Prinsloo and Ruhan Janse van Vuuren -- who added the mammal as their ‘signature’ of the work, have apologised for doing so without permission.

“We accepted their apology,” Mogodiri said, adding it was unclear how long it would take to extract the rabbit from the statue’s ear.

But the names of the artists were going to be installed at a plaque near the statue.

Built at a cost of eight million rand (about $740,000), the 4.5-tonne sculpture is the largest of Mandela statues erected around the world.

It was unveiled just a day after Mandela was buried.

Mandela, who became South Africa’s first black president after 27 years in apartheid prisons, died on December 5, 2013 at the age of 95.

A 9-metre (30-feet) bronze statue of the late former South African President Nelson Mandela is unveiled in Pretoria, South Africa

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The sculptors of the newly-erected statue of former president Nelson Mandela at the Union Buildings have apologised for secretly adding a rabbit to their work, the department of arts and culture said on Tuesday.

“You need a long lens or binoculars to see it,” he said.

“We accept their apology and that their intentions were honourable,” department spokesman Josias Pila said in a statement.

The department said on Tuesday, that it was unaware of the sculptors’ intention to place a rabbit inside the ear of the statue.

He said a more appropriate artist signature would have been preferred, and that the department was considering how to retain the sculpture’s integrity with damaging it.

Andre Prinsloo and Ruhan Janse van Vuuren, who sculpted the nine metre bronze-plated statue, told Beeld the rabbit was a “small trademark” of their work, as the department had not allow them to engrave their signatures on the statue’s trousers.

They said it also represented the tight deadline to which they worked, as rabbit translated into Afrikaans as “haas”, also meant haste.

“The time factor was big and at times we had to work hard,” Prinsloo said.

He said the “small symbol” was hidden in the ear and did not detract from the statue.

“During the moulding process, a lot of people had seen the statue up close and nobody noticed it.”

“It is unfortunate that the sculptors... chose to place an object in the statue without the knowledge of those who commissioned them,” Arts and Culture Minister Paul Mashatile said in a statement.

The statue was unveiled by President Jacob Zuma on December 16, the day after Mandela’s funeral, as part of the annual celebrations of Reconciliation Day and the commemoration of the centenary of the Union Buildings.

Built at a cost of eight million rand the 4.5-tonne sculpture is the largest of Mandela statues erected around the world.

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The Seychelles’ paradisiacal beaches, laidback local life and extraordinary national parks, is definitely a honeymooners destination of choice...

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Food & Drink The cuisine that is uniquely Seychellois is actually a fusion of flavours from African, French, Chinese, Indian and English cooking. Over the centuries, spices have been combined to create a single flavour. The large selection of tangy, sweet, rich and spicy combinations makes the Seychellois cuisine a tourist attraction in itself. With hundreds of such flavours, Seychellois cuisine and beverages have a unique place in the world of cooking.

The Local Ingredients Most of Seychellois cooking is based on seafood and chillies. With very little local transport of goods, the ingredients are super fresh and often directly from a garden

or fishing boat. There are 10 different varieties of chilli, each with a distinct flavour, and each only suitable for a selection of particular dishes.

The roasted, grilled, fried, curried or raw fish is served with chatini or cooked vegetables including pumpkin, green mangoes or eggplant. The fish is also served with raw fruits and vegetables that may be served with vinaigrette.

Some of the favourite dishes are tamarind chutney, coconut fish curry and shredded green papaya salad.

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With over 115 beautiful, tropical islands in Seychelles, honeymooners can find an unspoiled, secluded cove with pristine, white sand and clear turquoise water. Most of the hotels on the main islands as well as on the less travelled islands cater to supplying the perfect honeymoon. There is good reason why Seychelles is selected more often than any other honeymoon destination in the world.

After the stress, thrill and excitement of planning the perfect wedding, a peaceful, relaxing honeymoon is just what newly-weds need. It is a time for bonding with each other with the emphasis on the heart, and let the body and mind unwind.

When to Visit the Seychelles?

Seychelles is the right honeymoon destination at any time of the year. Throughout the year, the tropical climate and fresh ocean breezes give the beaches and inland forests the right temperature of 25 – 32 degrees Celsius. It is easy to reach the International Airport on the island of Mahe. The national airline of Seychelles will take visitors to other

islands. There are also helicopters, ferry boats and catamarans for inter-island transportation.

Many couples enjoy fishing, and Seychelles is one of the best places for big game fishing, and from November to April there are marlin, sharks, sail fish and others on the edge of the Seychelles bank. There is also excellent fly fishing for bonefish, which offers great sport as they put up a good fight. There is a catch and release policy strictly observed, and only barbless hooks are allowed.

The Islands Mahe Mahe is considered a good honeymoon destination because it offers a variety of activities along with the beautiful beaches and water sports. With steep mountains the overlook the sea, there is hiking as well as strolling through the rainforests. Morne Blanc Mountain, Copolia Peak and Trois Freres are places where guides who have an extensive knowledge of the flora and fauna take visitors.

Mahe has an exciting nightlife in the

balmy air with excellent restaurants, open air nightclubs and casinos. There are many luxury resorts on Mahe that offer spa treatments, an extensive list of water sports and restaurants that serve delicious local dishes as well as western cuisine.

La Digue La Digue is the least developed island and gives the best opportunity to see the cultural lifestyle of Seychelles. It also has some of the most spectacular scenery in the country with huge ocean sculptured, pink granite boulders that extend into the sea on many of the beaches. Honeymooners who are looking for privacy and a very casual lifestyle will be best served on La Digue. Transportation around the island is on foot or by rented bicycle.

There are also colourful ox-carts that accept passengers for a leisurely ride from one end of the island to the other.

Cousine Island Cousine Island offers the sandy beaches and turquoise water as well as a serene atmosphere where young couples are pampered in the luxury villas and spend their time in a secluded paradise.

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There are nature walks with or without guides through the lush, tropical forests. Day excursions are possible for bird watching, diving, snorkelling or fishing as well as island hopping. Most resorts offer excellent fresh seafood dishes and will prepare meals to order. There are also fresh water swimming pools right on the edge of the beach.

Praslin The second largest island, Praslin also has hotels and resorts that cater to newly-weds. There are several splendid tropical beaches as well as huge areas of tropical forests that include the UNESCO World Heritage site the Vallee de Mai nature preserve. Famous for its coco de mar and vanilla orchids as well as several species of birds, it’s the right place for nature lovers.

Denis Island Denis Island, unlike the granite islands, is a flat coral island. It also has fine, white beaches and coral reefs that offer spectacular snorkelling and diving experiences. There is also wind surfing, canoeing and many other water sports available.

Cruise the Islands While honeymooning in Seychelles, visitors enjoy taking a few days for a cruise of the islands. There are both modern yachts as well as traditional schooners, and this could well be the high point of any honeymoon. Tours include visiting all the 115 islands and ensure travellers see all of the nature reserves, national parks, the Aldabra Atoll and the Vallee de Mai. All of the resorts and hotels from the smallest guest house to the largest resort are dedicated to honeymooners. They offer honeymoon packages that include one free night for longer stays. Special discount rates also apply to honeymooners.

These may include transportation to and from the airport, breakfast and dinner, two day excursions with a picnic lunch included and one special candle-lit dinner. The hotels are well aware that Seychelles is a top honeymoon destination and focus on making that special time personal and unique.

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Best bistros Bistro Sixteen82 Spectacular Steenberg views and Brad Ball’s chic, modern food.

Constantia Uitsig This original Cape Dutch manor house serves up classic French flavours.

Dear Me A fresh city bowl eatery, which is part brasserie and part pantry.

Hemelhuijs A lunchtime city hotspot with unusual décor and outstanding dishes.

Societi Bistro French bistro-style food in a cosy courtyard.

The Brasserie (formerly Societi Brasserie) More French flavour in the Southern suburbs.

The Woodlands Eatery Quirky, cool and comfortable with great pizzas and homemade burgers.

Best Italian restaurants 95 Keerom Classic Italian cooking by Giorgio Nava.

(Winner of Eat Out DStv Food Network Best Italian Restaurant in 2011.)

A Tavola Hearty and home-made, with no frills.

Burrata Neapolitan-style pizzas made from top-notch imported ingredients at the Woodstock Biscuit Mill.

Il Leone Mastrantonio Seriously good old-fashioned favourites in a double-storey Greenpoint building.

Massimo’s Inventive pizza toppings in a large farmhouse space in Hout Bay.

Best fine dining restaurants 5 Rooms Fine fusion food at the historic Alphen Hotel in Constantia.

Aubergine Classical techniques with Euro and Asian influences.

Azure Fresh South African ingredients are given a gourmet spin at the Twelve Apostles Hotel.

Buitenverwachting Elegant dining on a notable wine estate.

Catharina’s Understated sophistication at the Steenberg Estate in Tokai.

De Grendel This northern suburbs gem serves smart country-style dishes.

The Greenhouse Cutting edge South African cuisine in an exquisite setting at the CellarsHohenort Hotel.

La Colombe A thoroughly romantic and charming experience with Scot Kirton’s awardwinning food on the Constantia Uitsig Wine Estate.

La Mouette Classic techniques and seasonal ingredients crafted by chef Henry Vigar in an elegant setting.

Nobu Arguably the best sushi experience in Cape Town at the One & Only Hotel at V&A Waterfront.

Best steakhouses Barristers A traditional South African steakhouse in the heart of Newlands.

HQ Definitely not for vegetarians – they have only steak, fries and salad on the menu.

The Hussar Grill in Green Point, Rondebosch, Camps Bay and Steenberg A reliable old-school steakhouse classic.

Best African restaurants Addis in Cape Fantastically fragrant curries served on injera pancakes.

Gold Restaurant African-inspired food adapted for Western palates.

Mzoli’s Choose any dish as long as you can braai it. Rustic and basic with no cutlery.

Most stylish restaurants Keenwä Blue, cool interiors with a few standout features.

Burrata Warm wood and dark brick interiors keep things intimate and warm.

The Greenhouse A Victorian-style glass greenhouse with fern wallpaper and magical views.

Hemelhuijs Avant-garde décor changes regularly to keep up to date.

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Pankaj Udhas Full Name - Pankaj Udhas Born - May 17th, 1951, Jetpur, Gujarat, India Origin - Jetpur, Gujarat, India Genres - Singing Occupation- Ghazal Singer Years Active- 1985-Present

“He shot to fame after his song ‘Chiththi Aayi Hai’ became an instant success in 1986.”

Pankaj Udhas is an Indian Ghazal singer.

He shot to fame after his song ‘Chiththi Aayi Hai’ became an instant success in 1986. The song made him a national icon overnight. The song was from the movie ‘Naam’. Following the hit song, he also sang various songs in bollywood films as well.

He is credited as one of the pillars of ghazal singing in India along with Jagjit Singh and Talat Aziz for bringing a style to this genre of music. Ghazals by him and others have given a new lease of life to Ghazal singing in India.

He has recorded many albums and songs and considered one of the greatest ghazal singers of India. As a result, the government awarded him with a Padamshree to acknowledge his talent.

Early Life Pankaj Udhas was born in a small town called Jetpur near Rajkot in the state of Gujarat, India on 17th May, 1951. He is from the charan nandi community. His father is Keshubhai Udhas and mother is Jituben Udhas. Manhar Udhas is Pankaj’s eldest brother who got some success as a playback singer in bollywood flicks. His second elder brother Nirmal Udhas is also a noted ghazal singer and was the first to start singing in his family.

Pankaj’s family moved to Mumbai and he completed his education from St. Xavier’s College, Mumbai.

Career Since Pankaj Udhas’ elder brother was a noted ghazal singer, it gave him an aide to kick off his music career easily. His first public performance was during the Sino-Indian War, when he sang ‘Aey Mere Watan Ke Logon’ and also got his first reward of Rs. 51 given by a listener.

Later he joined the Sharabi Natya Academy in Rajkot and learned how to play Tabla.

Udhas’ first film song came in a 1972 movie called Kamna and was a flop.

Meanwhile, he developed a deep interest in Urdu and started singing Ghazals on small platforms and them moved to Canada but returned to India after finding little success. His debut Ghazal album was Aahat, a success and after that he never looked back and till date has recorded more than 40 albums.

However, his big moment came when he got a chance to sing for the movie ‘Naam’ and it made people notice him instantly. Even ‘Mahiya Teri Kasam’ along with Lata Mangeshkar from the movie ‘Ghayal’ was a thumping success as well. He later sang ‘Na Kajre Ki Dhar’ for ‘Mohra and’ made his place in the hearts of people.

Albums • Aahat • Mukarrar • Tarannum • Nabeel • Nayab • Shagufta • Aman • Mehfil • Yaad • Stolen Moments • Kabhi Aansu Kabhi Khushbu Kabhi Naghma • Humnasheen • Afreen • Woh Ladki Yaad Aati Hai • Rubayee • Mehek • Ghoonghat • Muskaan • In Search Of Meer • Hasrat • Bhalobasha (Bengali) • Endless Love • Shayar (2010)

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elcome to Bellair Psychology Centre (BPC) BPC is nestled in a tranquil garden stetting in Bellair. It provides the client with a safe place to escape temporarily from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The surroundings are calm, peaceful and serene. With only the sounds of the birds chirping, one can easily slip into a deep sense of relaxation, almost as like taking a short meditative break in the day. It is a place that nourishes the mind, the soul and takes good care of the spirit.

Bellair Psychology Centre Durban Practice Number: 0256749 HPCSA: 0098809

031 459 1940 076 694 3661 info@akashnimaharaj.co.za www.akashnimaharaj.co.za 203 Wakesleigh Drive Bellair Durban South Africa

I am Dr. Akashni, counselling psychologist and hypnotherapist in private practice. My work as a therapist focuses on issues that affect adults, adolescents and children. I also work closely with many EAP programmes and find that my knowledge and experience as an Industrial psychologist stands me in good stead to understand the complex problems faced by employees. I am able to do management coaching and training of employees in various areas of work development. I lecture part time at UNISA and I find the balance between a therapy practice and lecturing helps me get a better grounding in working with clients and gives me greater perspective.

My approach to therapy, is non-traditional. Some may call it ecclectic but it’s really only applying a holistic approach to therapy. So in many respects I am an alternate therapist. I combine alternate methods (Hypnosis) of treatment with traditional (CBT, Psychodynamic, Solution focused) psychotherapeutic approaches. My PhD delved into the areas of combining alternative therapies with traditional psychotherapies through the use of Cognitive behavioural therapy and Reiki.

This proved to be effective and enhanced the therapeutic process. Many more alternate approaches were added on as time passed by and now each session is tailor made to suit each individual client/patient. Focusing on the mind-body-spirit is more effective than working with only the mind.

Most of today’s imbalances come from the mal- alignment of the mind, body and the spirit. Through adopting a holistic approach to therapy, I am able to successfully address many psychological problems which an individual brings to my rooms.

My Philosophy “My belief is that every person has the inherent ability to find the courage to search for meaning and purpose in their life.

Meaning and purpose is what life’s journey is all about. All the obstacles and hurdles we find along are only roadblocks on our journey to enlightenment.”

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Dr. Akashni Maharaj (PHD) Counselling Psychologist - Bellair Psychology Centre, Durban Akashni Maharaj is a therapist in private practice. She works with adults, adolescents and children. She adopts various modalities in her approach to therapy. She has completed her PhD in alternative therapies and has married the area of alternative therapies with traditional psychotherapies. She specifically looked at how these modalities can be used in unison with one another to maximize the therapeutic process. She has found that the mindbody-spirit connection is an amazing tool to work with. Most of today’s imbalances come from the mal- alignment of the mind, body and the spirit.

She utilizes this approach to therapy and finds that she is able to work successfully to address most psychological problems that an individual brings to her rooms. She therefore provides the patient/client a diverse approach when they come in for therapy.

Akashni regularly contributes to the local media, both print and electronic. In the print media she is a regular columnist and shares her knowledge with many people. Her articles are well searched and insightful and easy to understand. She has appeared on various talk shows and has contributed to both national as well as international magazines. She has her own website: www.akashnimaharaj.co.za Practice Number: 0256749 HPCSA: 0098809 031 459 1940 076 694 3661 info@akashnimaharaj.co.za www.akashnimaharaj.co.za Bellair Psychology Centre Durban

In today’s world, we all are walking around with fancy technological devices (phones) that are loaded with the latest social media Apps and when you enter a new contact on your phone, your “intelligent” phone asks you to SYNC all contacts. And since we all want to be in the loop, we are quick to say (sync all) and within a few moments you are in that person’s world, whether they have Facebook, twitter or whatsapp etc. you are now “up to date” with them, you are now in Sync. However, this article isn’t about technology per se, it is about you being INSYNC with yourself, your partner, your children and life. We are all too quick to sync everyone else (random strangers) that we forget how important it is to be in sync with the people close to us. Take a moment to think about this.

From experience in my practice with clients, I find that more and more times individuals are spending a large percentage of their day viewing other people’s statuses (whatsapp, bbm) and movements (via Facebook), they forget about what it is they need and want.

They lose touch of the reality that exists within them. They start to live in someone else’s world as a voyeur that they forge about themselves and what makes them happy, sad, angry etc ,they forget to be in SYNC with their core being. Are you one of those people? So tell me when will it be time to start becoming INSYNC (in touch, in tune) with yourself?

This brings me to another point, the days and years are coming and going so fast that we can barely keep up with what is happening around us, before we know it 2015 will be here. How many of you are actually aware of changes happening in your home, with your loved ones? Here are a few examples, have you noticed when our sons voice broke, the day, month, year or when your daughter started to show signs of falling in love, noticing the changes in the way she speaks, dresses etc., or when your garden became so overgrown that you only noticed the jungle when someone asked you if you were conducting a scientific experiment? What about this one, this most common in my experience, when was it that you first noticed that your partner was drifting away from you, or did you actually not realize it was happening until it was too late?

Many times people sit on the couch and say, I didn’t even know this was happening under my nose, I didn’t know that may partner felt that way about our marriage or I didn’t know that my daughter was struggling in school to cause her to fail. My question to them is where were you all this time? And my response is always, you were there physically present but emotionally absent? This is what is called not being INSYNC with your life, it’s when things around you happen over time and you were clueless about it and you become the last to know. Don’t you think that instead of asking HOW it happened; ask yourself, WHY?, why didn’t I know? Don’t you think it’s time to start evaluating your life and becoming IN TUNE, In SYNC and In TOUCH with your world? I am talking about the REAL, living breathing world that you are part of not the cyber world. Start now, it’s never too late, if you wake up too late you may have only your CYBER friends to keep you warm.

Live your best Life Dr Akashni

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Gearing up to the 10th year with Valentines celebrations at uShaka in February and taking love to new depths!!

We’ve paddled, flapped, slithered and slid into our tenth year. Celebrate 10 years of seaside fun with the staff, finned, feathered and funky residents of uShaka Marine World, Africa’s largest marine theme park. For us, a 10th birthday is far more than a one day celebration. We’ll be splashing out with fantastic specials and cool events from now until the end of April.

With February being the “love month”, we will be getting into the vibe with our new campaign “I Love uShaka” to celebrate all things warm and fuzzy over the Valentine’s period.

Falling on a Friday, this Valentine’s Day will be extended for an entire weekend – running from Friday, February 14th until Sunday, February 16th with so much to do, see and win.

For those with a love for fabulous food, then treat your tummy to a yummy meal at the Cargo Hold, who have lovingly created two special menus for you to enjoy with that special someone this Valentine’s weekend at a cost of R325 pp for the standard menu or R695 for the cupid’s admiral platter for two that includes live entertainment or visit any one of our many superb restaurants in the Village walk, including Piatto Mediterranean Kitchen, Centre Court, Moyo, Panarotti’s, Ocean Basket, Café Java, Silverspear Spur and many more – you’re spoilt for choice!

If locking lips with your someone special is number one on your list this Valentine’s Day then visit our kissing couch in the Village Walk where couples can snuggle up and have their pictures taken free, which will be uploaded to our uShaka Marine World Facebook page. Tag yourself in your image

and stand a chance to win a R1000 Cargo Hold voucher as well as other fantastic prizes.

Then if you’re game - share our theme this year by bringing an umbrella and joining in the Salsa dancing in the Village Walk, with qualified teachers to show you how to move to the sultry groove!

That’s not all; on Valentine’s night look out for our sexy characters handing out chocolates to make your day extra sweet.

Now, we will be going even further by hosting a super awesome deal for 10 days! The fun begins on Friday the 14thand ends on Sunday, February 23rd - if you buy a combo ticket at R185 your “1 & only” only pays R10! So treat your special someone to a great day out without breaking the bank!

Wahooz on the promenade will also be booming this month with a number of acts performing for the crowds. Catch rock bands such as : Too Close on 8th, Zaffa on 15th & 22nd, Reggae band, The Meditators every Sunday as well as the annual Bob Marley Earth Day musical festival and fair on 9th!

Plus, if you need to do some last minute Valentine’s shopping, uShaka’s retail outlets in the Village Walk will have all you need to spoil your other half.

There is so much on offer here at uShaka Marine World so share in the love this month and make your date with us at uShaka!

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healthy way Q: How does eating healthy and exercising impact my health?

A: With proper exercise and nutrition, you can control, manage or completely avoid 60-70% of illnesses such as: heart disease, high blood pressure, osteoporosis, diabetes, obesity, high cholesterol, colon cancer, breast cancer, stroke, heart attack, arthritis, etc. Working out improves your confidence and self-esteem. It aids you in getting better sleep and giving you more energy and stamina throughout the day. Exercising slows down the aging process, improves sexual performance and restores libido. Last but not least, a healthy lifestyle builds and maintains healthy bones, muscles and joints while simultaneously increasing your immune system.

Q: How is my social life affecting my health?

A: Being healthy isn’t just a lack of illness, it’s a positive balance between body, mind and soul. In order for your social life to affect your life in a positive way, you need to create a healthy environment to socialize in. Socialize in a physically friendly a environment with walks in the park, meeting in an exercise facility for a class, biking, hiking, volleyball or tennis. Surround yourself with people who believe in healthy lifestyle and encourage your friends to join you. If you need to meet in a restaurant or a bar, choose healthy foods and low calorie drinks to stay on track.

Exercising slows down the aging process, improves sexual performance and restores libido

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100% Home-made

Banana Boat

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100% Home-made Ingredients 6 ripe firm large bananas, unpeeled 6 tablespoons chocolate chips 2 tablespoons chopped pecans Chopped Strawberries Directions • Cut 6 (12-inch) sheets of heavy-duty foil. Heat gas or charcoal grill, or heat oven to 350°F. • With sharp knife, make deep lengthwise cut along inside curve of each banana, being care ful not to cut all the way through. Open slit to form pocket. Crimp and shape 1 sheet of foil around each banana, forming boats.

• Holding each banana in hand, fill pocket with 2 tablespoons chocolate chips, strawberries and about 1/2 heaping teaspoon chopped pecans.

• Return each banana to its foil boat. Seal top of foil, leaving 2 to 3 inches headspace.

Place on grill over medium heat. Cover grill; cook 8 to 10 minutes Or bake 15 to 20 minutes in oven. (Can also place in campfire coals to cook.)

Chicken Breyani Potjie Potjie No: 4 (No 3 is also suitable, decrease chicken and rice quantity) Serves: 6 Cooking Time: 1.5 hours Ingredients Marinade: 15 ml oil 250 ml buttermilk 10 ml red masala 7 ml turmeric 5 ml cinnamon 10 ml ground coriander 10 ml ground cumin 1 (or more) green chillies (chopped) 2 garlic cloves (crushed) 1 x 2 cm piece fresh ginger (peeled and grated) 1 x 400 g can chopped tomatoes Breyani 1.5 kg chicken pieces (skinned and boned) 675 ml uncooked rice 3 ml turmeric 4 cinnamon sticks 4 cardamom pods 500 ml brown lentils 30 ml oil 2 onions (thinly sliced) 4 potatoes (peeled and thinly sliced) 125 ml chicken stock Salt Freshly ground black pepper Method Mix all the ingredients for the marinade.

Place the chicken pieces in a non-metallic bowl, pour the marinade over, cover and chill for at least 2 hours.

Meanwhile, cook the rice with the turmeric, cinnamon sticks, cardamom pods and salt until done, then drain.

Cook the lentils in water until soft and drain.

Season with salt and set aside along with the rice.

Heat the 30 ml oil in a large cast-iron pot and fry the onions until soft.

Add the potatoes and fry until golden brown.

Add the chicken pieces and marinade, fry until the meat is lightly browned on the outside and simmer until done.

Remove the chicken pieces from the pan.

Arrange alternating layers of chicken, rice mixture and lentils in the pot.

Pour over the stock, cover and steam over very low heat until fragrant, about 30 minutes.

Serve with a yoghurt sauce.

Please consider

becoming

a bone

marrow

stem

cell donor

For more information on how you can register to become a donor, please visit www.sunflowerfund.org.za or contact our toll free number

0800 12 10 82.

Every year thousands of South Africans, 75% of whom are children, teenagers and young adults under the age of 25, are diagnosed with life-threatening blood disorders such a leukaemia, marrow failure and aplasia.

However there is hope.

A diagnosis of this kind is not always life-threatening as a chance exists of the patient having a successful bone marrow stem cell transplant from a healthy bone marrow stem cell donor.

Started in 1999, The Sunflower Fund, with the help of committed funders, and the general South African public, is increasing this hope every year. Together they are building a national asset, by educating and recruiting donors for the South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR) to help future generations of leukaemia sufferers. As a result, leukaemia is no longer the death sentence that it was 20 years ago.

In 1999 there were only 800 donors on the Registry. The Sunflower Fund has assisted to increase this number to just over 65 500 donors.

The Sunflower Fund aims to educate and recruit a viable source of well-informed potential bone marrow stem cell donors who are ethnically diverse, in an effort to save the lives of those needing a bone marrow stem cell transplant when suffering from life-threatening blood disorders. It strives to maintain the associated donor records of the South African Bone Marrow Registry (SABMR).

It is critical that donors and patients are well matched in order for the transplant to be a success and this is the reason that the tissue typing test is so important.

If we were lucky enough to have an identical twin, we would have a perfect match. There is a 1 in 4 chance of having a sibling that matches. But 75% of patients are not this fortunate and have to look to the bone marrow registry for an unrelated matched donor.

Ethnic origins are also of importance when matching donors

and patients. The “markers” that are tested when searching for a match are genetically inherited and often unique to a particular race. Currently there are not enough donors on the Registry from 211 ethnic groups, amongst them African, Asian, Chinese, Jewish, Eastern European, and mixed ethnic backgrounds.

YOU can make a difference.

A small blood sample – two test tubes – is all that is needed to register you as a donor.

Your blood sample is then analysed and put on the South African Bone Marrow Registry.

If you are ever a match for a patient, the procedure is a simple one. Donating bone marrow stem cells is not a surgical procedure; it is much like donating blood or platelets.

We would like to appeal to you to consider becoming a bone marrow stem cell donor.

We need healthy, committed donors, who are between 1845 years old and weigh over 50kgs. By joining the Registry, you may be able to save the life of someone within your community who may otherwise be unable to find a match.

For many this is just unthinkable, but each year thousands of South Africans (mostly children and teenagers) have to face this terrifying reality.

Fortunately, life-threatening blood disorders such as leukaemia, aplasia, immune deficiencies, inborn errors of metabolism, and other new indications such as auto-immune disorders can now be treated.

Treatment, however, entails a bone marrow/stem cell transplant from a willing donor and although it is sometimes possible for relatives to offer the closest matches, 75% of patients will not have a suitable sibling and will have to start their search for a matching non-related donor.

Where to start?

To facilitate this daunting search, bone marrow registers in different countries hold tissue type information

of volunteers who have provided small blood samples for testing and recording.

Sadly, the chance of finding a matching donor is just 1 in 100 000!

The odds are even more against South African sufferers due to the fact that our rainbow nation has more unique combinations of tissue types. Ethnic origin is important when matching donors and patients. The “markers� that are tested when searching for a match are genetically inherited and often unique to a particular race.

It is therefore very important that South Africa has its own bone marrow registry and the larger that registry, the greater and faster the chance of finding a perfect match.

Website: www.sunflowerfund.org.za Freephone: 0800 12 10 82

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle...

Recycling is the third of the three Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle). So before we list the four reasons to recycle, we need to remind you that …

The first step is to try to reduce the amount you consume – if you don’t need it, don’t buy it – and you’ll reduce the amount of waste you generate.

When you do buy something, choose a brand that has the least amount of packaging or the kind that can be reused, recycled or composted. And look for products that are as Earth-friendly as possible.

Look also for products that are made from recycled material, if there’s a demand for recycled plastic products, for example, more plastic will be recycled and less will end up in landfill or polluting the oceans. Also less virgin material will have to be mined or grown. Remember, what you buy influences what’s made.

Before you throw something away, think first if there’s any way it can be reused. Can you grow seedlings in it or use it to hold paper clips or wrap a birthday present? Can it be given to a charity shop or a children’s home? This may sound obvious, but we’ve been living in a disposable culture for so long that some of us forget to ask these kinds of questions.

Save the environment, make a difference, print pages only if necessary. We can make a difference, starting today...

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Save the environment, make a difference, print pages only if necessary. We can make a difference, starting today...

TOP 10 ATTRACTIONS IN KWAZULU-NATAL SOUTH AFRICA ukhahlamba-Drakensberg Park

This magnificent World Heritage Site comprises a spectacular mountain range that stretches for over 200 kilometres, offering a nature-lover's smogasbord of majestic mountains, valleys, waterfalls and streams to explore. It's also home to ancient San rock art.

iSimangaliso Wetland Park

This World Heritage Site extends from Kosi Bay in the north (near to the Mozambique border) to Cape St Lucia in the south. A mix of five different ecosystems, this wetland wilderness boasts a wealth of biodiversity and is home to crocodiles, hippos and the leatherback turtle.

Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Game Reserve

One of Africa’s oldest and most celebrated game parks – the Park covers over 96 000 hectares and is home to the Big 5, many antelope species and incredible bird life.

The park is also world-famous for its conservation of both endangered rhino species, the square-mouthed white rhino and hooklipped black rhino.

The Sardine Run

Known as the 'Greatest Shoal on Earth' the annual Sardine Run, which takes place along Natal's South Coast is a sight to behold. Thousands upon thousands of sardines make their way along the coast during winter - followed closely by a number of predators, including sharks, dolphins, whales and seabirds.

The Midlands

The Midlands region of KwaZulu-Natal has been likened to a typical English countryside, with its rolling hills, green lawns, streams and rustic atmosphere. Picture-postcard scenery and fresh air attracts visitors needing a break from city life on most weekends and over the holidays.

Sodwana Bay

Located along the province's Elephant Coast, Sodwana Bay is characterised by pristine beaches, crystal clear waters and numerous reefs renowned for spectacular scuba diving. This region also happens to be favoured by the famous coelacanth.

TOP 10 ATTRACTIONS IN KWAZULU-NATAL SOUTH AFRICA Oribi Gorge

This spectacular gorge was created over millions of years as the Umzimkulwana River scythed its way through the rugged landscape. The Oribi gorge is home to more than 300 bird species and features spectacular scenery including overhanging rocks and horse-shoe river bends. It features one of the world's biggest bungee swings!

Thukela Gorge

The Thukela Gorge lies below the source of the mighty Tugela River in the Drakensberg.

A popular one-day hike takes walkers from the lower reaches of the river along contour paths right to the head of the gorge and up a chain ladder to the top of the escarpment.

The view from the top is spectacular.

Pietermaritzburg Botanical Gardens

The Pietermaritzburg Botanical Gardens were established in the early 1870s with the aim of propagating and conserving rare and endangered indigenous plants. Apart from domestic varietals, the gardens also boast camphor trees, giant figs, magnolias and swamp cypresses. More than 150 bird species have been attracted by the profusion of flora.

The Valley of a Thousand Hills

With its seemingly thousands of rolling grassy hills, this verdant valley is home to the Zulu and scoured by the Mngeni River.

Way above the river, overlooking the valley below are visitor attractions and craft outlets, along with restaurants that allow visitors the perfect vantage point from which to enjoy the beauty of this part of the country.

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