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JOHANNESBURG City Mayor, Herman Mashaba’s goal in sight to throw away keys in each of the city’s clinics is gaining momentum. This after Ranburg Clinic joined five others in extending their hours of operations to 24 hours. This latest development means that Randburg Clinic will be operating seven days a week, including public holidays. Between 5 000 and 6 000 patients visit this clinic monthly, which has 10 nurses on call. Usually, one would wait around three hours to see a professional nurse. This number, according to area manager Shirley Maphosa would decrease by one to two hours since the extended hours have been implemented. “It’s good for the community, people can arrive after 4pm. These days it can be difficult to get off during the week,” she said and added that since the extended hours, the clinic has seen more trauma incidents after hours, especially stab wound victims. Clinics, being primary healthcare centres, provide medical assistance in most cases, even TB, mental health and HIV treatment. Emergency operations however would be referred to a state hospital. Doctors are available at clinics, but only on some days of the week. “Nurses are clinically trained to see to sick people, but they will be referred to a doctor if it is above their scope. It is necessary to have a doctor at a clinic all the time, but they have to attend to other clinics in the region,” said Maphosa. Throughout Johannesburg’s 82 clinics, not one
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Randburg Clinic will soon ‘throw away the keys’
has a full time doctor but you could still walk into a clinic and expect to receive a sick note and medicine from a professional nurse, at no cost. The process begins with the retrieval of your file, checking vital signs and finally waiting to be seen by a nurse. “Nurses could spend around 30 minutes with one patient because even when someone approaches us with a psychological problem, we cannot shoo them away. ”Situated next to the Randburg
taxi rank, the clinic is a hub of sorts. Operational manager, Mikateko Mokgobi said patients come from all over Johannesburg, even if there are clinics closer to them. With more and more people attending the Randburg clinic after its hours were extended, additional safety precautions have been taken and more staff employed. Both Mokgobi and Maphosa encourage residents to make use of extended hours, which they eagerly welcome.-www.citybuzz.co.za
BASA want Arts to be recognised via awards THE arts is an underfunded and underappreciated industry in South Africa, but Business and Arts South Africa (Basa) hopes to correct this injustice. Basa is an NPC that aims to develop the arts industry locally and internationally by encouraging valuable partnerships between businesses and art collectives, and this year celebrates the 20th annual Basa Awards. The Awards, in partnership with Hollard and Business Day, looks to acknowledge the companies which make significant contributions to the industry through shared work and partnerships.
The closing date for the entries for these awards is June 23, and the event this year will be held in September. Let’s take a look at the 11 award categories for 2017 and who took home the coveted titles in 2016. • Innovation Award • First Time Sponsor Award. • Increasing Access to the Arts Award • Beyond Borders Partnership Award • Long Term Partnership Award •Media Sponsorship Award Strategic Project Award Business Award
• Sponsorship In Kind Award • Development Award • Cultural Tourism Award, supported by Nedbank.www.citybuzz.co.za
June 2017 THE recent killing of innocent women and children that ruined Africa Month in May, and it is unfortunate that even after an appeal by the concerned members of community and stakeholders alike-this ugly behaviour is still continuing across our country even in the Youth Month. We hope those evil doers can come to their senses and stop that. On a positive note though, we would like to take this opportunity wish all the youth in this Youth Month. We
hope you will celebrate wisely. We also wish all the best of luck to all students who are writing their mid-year examinations, and we hope you will do well before taking a long winter break. Lastly we wish BidVest Wits for winning their firstever league title after so many years…well done Gavin Hunt and your Clever Boys.
JHB police march against women and children abuse
Lerato Jiyane
‘Stop violence against women and children’ is the message from members of the Johannesburg police who marched to highlight the problem. The men and women in blue marched from Mary Fitzgerald Square to Mandela Bridge in Newtown to create awareness about the brutal killing of women and children that have gripped the country in recent months. The Johannesburg Central Police joined by the city’s Metro Police took to the streets with a clear message to the perpetrators - “stop the violence against women and children”. Cluster commander for Johannesburg Central, Major General Roney Rajin says community and family members should blow the whistle on the perpetrators as they are often known to them. “In the last six months, we had nine crimes against women and children and out of that nine, there were successes, people were arrested. We had convictions of three cases of previous years. We are taking it seriously. If we have individual incidents were people go to a police station and a policeman refuses, they should report that to the senior management of the station so we can take steps against them.” Rajin says victims should not be afraid to come forward and report the crime as the police are well equipped to handle sensitive cases against women and children. “We do have females in the CSU’s that can interview if the female is afraid. And we have the family violence and child protection unit who are highly trained to deal with these cases and they work very closely with the Teddy Bear Clinic and with Ikhayaelethemba. So, the policemen undergo training regarding victim support, domestic violence. They go for continued workshops in these matters.They should keep the evidence, even the clothing itself. It’s advisable to preserve all the evidence
so that we can link the suspect to the crime scene.” Busi Buthelezi from the organisation Lifeline works in victim friendly rooms situated in police stations. Buthelezi says often victims of violence are too scared to report to police for fear of further victimisation. “Sometimes, it is very difficult for people to come out and talk about their experiences and it ends up not reaching the police data that so many people have been affected by such and such a crime. So, we are a helping hand to SAPS serving in a much more friendly way as some people have this mentality about police being harsh. We are social workers; we have victim support where people are being trained to be sensitive and empathetic to the needs of the communities.” Buthelezi says the violence against women and children is not a new phenomenon, but it has been highly publicised in recent months. “The numbers have always been rising. It’s just that the numbers are not being recorded because some people are scared of reporting. I don’t know what is escalating this now, and why people are coming out now. But the rape and abuse have always been there and the cases that we are getting are forever rising.” Johannesburg MMC of Community Safety, Michael Sun, says they are concerned about the increase in violence against women. Sun has some safety tips for women. “Don’t walk alone and always try to walk in groups. Let your family and friends know about your travel plans. Always be alert of the people and situations around you. And very important, don’t accept lifts from strangers. We’ve gone out and procured whistles, blow a whistle and call for help if you feel threatened.” The city hopes that the whistle will help attract attention when people are faced with danger, but most importantly, stay alert and safe.
June 2017
Stage set in Joburg and Polokwane for the Castle Lite Unlock Extra Cold
CASTLE Lite Unlocked an Extra Cold local line-up that will take centre stage on June 15 and 16. Get ready for an Extra Cold Music Experience, featuring the very best of our local artists; Riky Rick, Cassper Nyovest, DJ Speedsta and DJ Vigilante! As if that was the end of it, Castle Lite unlocked news that more artists would be added on to the line-up for the Polokwane leg of the concerts, unlocking big hit makers; Major League DJ’s, Nasty C, as well as Tsonga rap princess, Sho Madjozi.
IMAGINE – a combination of the coldest talent on one stage. Platinum selling, award winning and world renowned South African acts to keep the crowd journeying on the Extra Cold wave for the whole night. This is sure to be the concert of the year! “When we announced that Travis Scott and Bryson Tiller would headline this year’s Castle Lite Unlocks concert, the consumer excitement was palpable. We knew we needed the most dynamic
SA talent to take to the stage… Two cities, two nights in South Africa and a continuation with Cassper Nyovest alongside Future in Tanzania and Mozambique, for the first time ever. Castle Lite Unlocks Africa, your music experience will never be the same again.” said Becky Opdyke, Castle Lite General Manager. Castle Lite has always been frontline in raising the African music flag high. Cassper, Riky and Nasty C are some of the highest selling rappers in South Africa. They have succeeded in writing, producing and creating their own music, which has allowed them to win multiple awards in and around Africa, making them some of the biggest hip hop acts in the country. Nyovest and Riky will share the Extra Cold Stage with their own sets for the first time with fellow hit makers – Major League DJ’s. Jointly, they have collaborated on the biggest tracks and they can’t wait for the blizzard that’s about to hit Johannesburg and Polokwane. The tickets are available at TicketPro, with the concerts set to take place on the 15th of June 2017 at the Dome in Johannesburg and the 16th of June 2017 at the Polokwane Cricket Club. Johannesburg golden circle is officially sold out so make sure to claim your spot TODAY! In the meantime, grab a Castle Lite to stand a chance to win an opportunity to be a part of the Castle Lite Unlocks Experience in SOUTH AFRICA, TANZANIA and MOZAMBIQUE!! An extra cold African first! See packs for details or visit www.castlelite.com for more information.
Veronica Modieleng is living are dream Leaving home for many people can be very challenging but to a young entrepreneur, Veronica Modieleng this was not the case. Last year, she moved from home in Free State where she was part of Free State Chamber of Commerce and landed in Johannesburg to pursue further business opportunities. Now with just one year six months in the city of gold, she is optimistic that things will turn out good for her. She just had an opportunity to attend a business conference organised by Gauteng Department of Education where she met a lot of influential people. “I owe my success to Oupa Bodibe from the department of Education and Simon Molefe for believing in myself to host the Young Men and Young Women dialogue last year at the Gauteng youth Expo. Gauteng has been nothing but a high learning and empowering place, “said the owner of Verona Entreprise who vowed to never look back. She also attributes her success to her business mentors, Matefo Morakeng, Bontle Maoto and Derrick Ndzavi
In 2013, she opened her 100% female black company where she specilaised in public relations, markerting and events. Here she has collaborated with like-minded people who are not only interested in profit but uplifting youth faced my many socio economic challenges. In this youth month from June 9-18, her hands will be full with various youth empowerment workshops that she will be conducting in partnership
with education department, industrial Development Corporation and other relevant stakeholders. On the 14th, there will be a Young Women in Business and on the 17th, there will be Father and Son restoration session. On the 11th Tea and biscuit young women dialogue. For more information, please get hold of her on: 071 737 6864.
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CHOCOLATE-LOVING MARTIANS HAVE INVADED EARTH! ADVETORIAL Earlier this year, Cadbury Dairy Milk launched their interstellar TV Commercial, showcasing a lovable group of Martians who discover a stash of chocolate, which gets them dancing with irrepressible Joy! They loved the Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate so much that they have now landed on earth in search for more! Since the launch of the Cadbury Dairy Milk TV commercial, the popularity of the Martians has skyrocketed and it seems South African’s just can’t get enough of them. However, the question remains, what do they have planned during their stay here on earth? Sources have confirmed that Cadbury Dairy Milk and the Martians have devised a plan to help spread Joy this Winter, and will be popping up across South Africa, finding their way into the hearts and homes of consumers! It has been revealed that Cadbury Dairy Milk has created five loveable, collectible Martian figurines Minchu, Mintu, Swaggy, Hazy and Duos, each
with their own unique character and personality. So, how do you get your hands on one, or all of these figurines? To redeem a free Martian, from the 1st June – 31st August 2017, consumers will need to purchase any FOUR participating Cadbury Dairy Milk (80g & 150g) and Cadbury Dream 80g slabs from ANY retail store, which will then allow them to redeem their free Martian figurine from any Engen Quickshop, nationwide. Consumers simply need to find the UNIQUE CODE inside the wrapper of the promotional product, input their four UNIQUE CODES onwww.cadbury.co.za/martians to receive a REDEMPTION CODE which they can then use to claim their free Martian figurine. As the love for the Martians spreads, consumers can continue participating until all five figurines are collected. Ts & Cs apply. While stocks last. In addition to collecting their own Martians figurines, fans will also have the chance to meet the Martians during June and July at mall activations around the country! To find out where these lovable Martians will be, visit the Cadbury Dairy Milk South Africa Facebook and Twitter pages. “Cadbury Dairy Milk is encouraging fans to wel-
come the Martians warmly to our country and into your homes as they spread their interstellar Joy,” says Grant van Niekerk, Mondelez SA Category Lead for Chocolate. “Whether it’s through the collection of the lovable figurines or the mall activations, we hope that consumers get to know all the Martians, their quirky personalities and their infectious dance moves!” Which Martian is your favourite? Let us know on social media via the CadburyDairyMilkSA Facebook page or on Twitter @Cadbury_SA. Eastgate Shopping Centre (Sat: 09:00-17:00 Sun: 09:00-17:00), Menlyn Park Shopping Centre (Sat: 10:00-20:00 Sun: 09:00-18:00), Gateway Theatre of Shopping (Sat: 10:00-20:00 Sun: 09:00-18:00), Baywest Mall (Sat: 10:00-19:00 Sun: 09:00-17:00), Canal Walk Shopping Centre (Sat: 10:00-20:00 Sun: 10:00-20:00), Loch Logan Mall (Sat: 09:00-17:00 Sun: 09:00-15:00), Sandton City (Sat: 10:00-20:00 Sun: 09:00-18:00), The Zone @ Rosebank (Sat: 10:00-20:00 Sun: 10:0020:00) The Martians will be on the stand between 12pm and 4pm on all days.
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Selati Cup brings Kamhlushwa to live were brought to life with the sounds of eager and passionate fans as they came from far and wide to support their favourite teams and witness over 630 goals being scored by talented soccer players in total. The Selati Cup is known as a breeding ground for soccer talent where grassroots players go on to play in the premier league. Stars like Velile Zitha from Block C now with Golden Arrows, Mpho Mbebe with Super sport, Innocent Mkhabela with Platinum star and Jabulane Dladla with Mbombela United. This year the scouts will have several exciting players locked in their sights including Sanele Khanyile of Schulz Eleven Experience who scored a record 6 goals in a single match and Ncedile Siwela of the female team Super Strikers scoring a record 10 goals in a single match. Machala Matlalepula of Kamhlushwa Real Madrid was the tournaments lead male goal scorer with 14 goals in total throughout the tournament; followed closely by Sanele Khanyile of Schulz Eleven Experience scoring an impressive 11 goals. But most impressive was Nothando Nkosi, star of Mzinti Ladies scoring 16 goals across the tournament period. After a successful 2017 Tournament, RCL Foods is once again proud of its achievements to be positively and sustainably involved in the local communities through a number of avenues. The Tournament brings about job-creation and an increase in trade to contribute to the local economy; upliftment of the community through sport and healthy camaraderie; and the creation of new opportunities for talented players. The Selati Cup Awards ceremony will be held on Friday the 23rd of June where players, coaches, referees and teams will be acknowledged for exceptional performance in the various categories: Top Goal Scorers, Best Goal Keeper of the Tournament, Referee of the Tournament, Most Improved Lineman of the Tournament, Coach of the Tournament, Best Player of the Tournament and Best Young Player of the Tournament. For their effort of finishing on the third position, Schulzendal Eleven Experience received R35 000 and 3rd runners up Kamhlushwa City Stars received R25 000 cash. MORE than 15 000 football spectators braved the scorching hit to pack Unhlushwa Stadium to witness as the local side, Umhlushwa Real Madrid crowned the 2017 Selati Cup champions recently. Madrid emerged 2-0 winners over Buffelspruit Home Defenders received and took home the coveted Selati Cup title, the Gold medals, branded new soccer kit and a R100 000 with their star player, Innocent Zulu putting cherry on top of their glorious day by winning ‘Man of the Match’ on the day. The match was graced by dignitaries, including football legend, Lucas “Rhoo” Radebe (Selati Cup Brand Ambassador), and a number of local dignitaries including, Nkomazi Executive Mayor Cllr. TS Khoza, MEC for Culture Sport & Recreation - Honourable MEC Norah Mahlangu, Brainz
Zulu from SAFA Nelspruit, John Du Plessis and Derek van Niekerk from RCL Foods – Sugar & Milling. But the final wasn’t the only exciting game to take place on the day. The Men’s 3rd and 4th place final between Schulzendal Eleven Experience and Kamhlushwa City Stars ended in a killer 4-0 defeat by the former, with talented Sanele Khanyile of Schulzendal Eleven Experience scoring himself the ‘Man of the Match’. The ladies final was just as riveting as Mzinti Ladies took on Schoemansdal Super Strikers on Sunday the 4th of June, and won 3-1 in an action packed final. It was a fitting end to the popular 3-month-long tournament with a total of 128 teams participating, including 8 female teams. Local soccer fields
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Uthongathi and Super Eagles book spots in NFD KWAZULU-Natal’s Uthongathi and Super Eagles of Free State have booked their positions in the National First Division (NFD). This after the two sides finished their Motsepe League National Championships on top of their respective Groups which automatically earned their passage through to the NFD for the 2017/2018 season. After five days of highly competitive back-to-back football action, both sides acquired their new status as they finished top of their respective groups in the ABC Motsepe National Play-Offs underway in East London. Eagles were the first to book their place in the second tier of South Africa football after toppling Acornbush from pole position on the last day of the group matches with a 3-1 victory over Buya Msuthu in Group A. The result meant the Free State side had 10 points in the bag – equal with Acornbush, but Eagles qualified by virtue of a better goal difference. Eagles coach, Tshegofatso Mashego, sang the praises of his charges.
CHAMPION Coaches of Soweto giants Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates are urged to book their seats for the 2017 Carling Black Label Champion Cup for Saturday, 29th of July 2017 at the mecca of football in South Africa, FNB Stadium. The match which is the highlight of the South African football calendar, will hopefully provide fans with a first glimpse of their selected and new players who will don their famous jerseys. It is for this reason that tickets are already selling fast for the showpiece fixture that has an extra twist of the supporters taking over as coaches for the day, selecting their teams’ starting line-up AND winning formation. Tickets come in three categories. Unreserved seating on Level 5 at R70-00, Level 1 at R100-00 and reserved seating on Level 2 at R170-00 and are available at Computicket, hoprite/Checkers stores countrywide, or at www.computicket.com. The Carling Black Label Champion Cup has seen a sold out affair since its inception in 2011 and this year is expected to be no different as the two Soweto clubs gear up for an exciting 2017/18 season. The Carling Black Label Champion Cup has seen a sold out affair since its inception in 2011 and this year is expected to be no different as the two
“Playing in such competitions requires you to be very smart and highly tactical. We didn’t play fancy football even though we know how to. Our objective was plain and simple – score as much as possible and try not to concede and I think we did that quite well,” said an elated Mashego. “We got to the Promised Land because of a better goal difference, in fact it was just one goal and it was the one that mattered. I am so excited, and I am also happy for my boys, they played like champions throughout the tournament. It’s thanks to them we achieved our goal, but we still have a job to do on Sunday in the final so we will
celebrate thoroughly afterwards.” Buya Msuthu finished third with four points, followed by Maccabi FC on two and The Dolphins managed only point – the latter two played to a 1-1 draw in their final match of the competition. In Group B, Uthongathi had to dig deep to defeat a stubborn Mainstay United 3-2 and get to nine points, which was enough to see them in the NFD. Their nearest rival, EC Bees, finished second on four points after sharing the spoils in a 1-1 draw against Zizwe United who also accumulated the same number of points, but Bees have a superior goal difference. Mainstay United were the whipping boys of the group and it is no surprise that they finished bottom of the log with no points after three losses, conceding 16 goals in the process. Super Eagles and Uthongathi will battle it out for the crown of 2016/2017 ABC Motsepe League Champions when the two sides meet in the final on Sunday, June 11 at Buffalo City Stadium. Kickoff is at 3pm.
Fans urged to buy Carling Black Label Cup tickets in time Soweto clubs gear up for an exciting 2017/18 season. To avoid disappointment - Champion Coaches are urged to book their match day seats and become a part of the rich Soweto Derby history. Carling Black Label is proud to have evolved the Champion Coaches experience, which initially started with a vote for a single player, to selecting players in their specific positions, to now selecting the preferred formation and starting line-up. The four (4) formations provided to the Champion Coaches in this year’s edition are: the most used 4-4-2, giving both attacking & defensive balance. The offensive 3-5-2 & 3-4-3, placing more players up the pitch for high pressure football and the most popular attacking formation in modern football 4-3-3, leaving enough cover at the back for possible counter-attacks. will be selected for combat as supporters of the It will be interesting to see which of the four (4) two Soweto Giants prepare their teams for battle formations available to the Champion Coaches on the field of play.