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It has been a crazy year so far, cabinet reshuffles, freakish storms, open rants hitting social media and pressing deadlines. As we move into Autumn, let us be reminded of the important things and cherish those around us. Always have courage and be kind. This issue higlights employee reward and recognition, the beautiful Addo Elephant National Park and the adventurous Johannesburg Hiking Club as well as legislation that will change the way you see sugar and some of your favourite beverages. Stay warm and be kind.
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WE ARE ABOUT TO ENTER THE FOURTH MONTH OF THE YEAR, AND YOU ARE YET TO ATTEMPT THAT NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION ABOUT GETTING INTO SHAPE. IT IS NOT TOO LATE TO GET UP AND DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT. DO I NEED A GYM MEMBERSHIP TO GET INTO SHAPE? As much as one would enjoy spending money on a membership that you will use once or twice a week, there are thankfully other options that one can consider. The Johannesburg Hiking Club is one of these options. Every Sunday, the club heads off to Magliesburg to escape the hustle and bustle of city life, and to stretch their muscles in the beauty that is Mother Nature. APR | MAY 2017
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Members are divided into four levels according to their fitness level, which means that beginners won’t be left in the dust their first time out. As your fitness level improves, so does your level.
You need to keep fit and exercise regularly: Take a walk around the block, or a swim in the pool to keep your body in tip top condition.
You do not need to book in advance, just be ready at the venue around 30 minutes before the hike is scheduled to start, and have the necessary funds available to pay the hiking trail fee.
Be prepared for any type of weather: Wear a hat and use sunscreen, but also remember to pack an umbrella or rain poncho to be prepared for the rain- we all know how unpredictable Mother Nature can be.
THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN YOU ARE HIKING:
Carry a whistle with you to use in the event of an emergency.
Wear the appropriate clothing and shoes: It is not a fashion show, and you need to be comfortable. When in doubt, speak to one of the club members before your first hike.
Make sure you know who you leader is, and never stray from the group.
Stay hydrated: Always carry water with you. Hikes tend to take most of the day, and you need to stay replenished in order to complete the trail.
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CAPE TOWN’S CYCLE TOUR BY SHIMONE BEKKER
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The race was first shortened to 78 km due to damage to roads in certain sections along the route as well as expected protest action, but at the end it was with great regret that at 06h38 on Sunday morning, organizers were forced to make the difficult decision to stop the 40th edition of the Cape Town Cycle Tour. The race was cancelled at the last moment after a combination of factors was taken into consideration by the organisers. Marking the first time in the event’s history that it has been called off. There was plenty of disappointment, but also some understanding for the decision to cancel the 40th Cape Town Cycle Tour.
The Cape Town Cycle Tour (formerly known as the Cape Argus Cycle Tour) is usually scheduled to take place in March every year where 35 000 cyclists take on the 109-km route around the Cape Peninsula. Cyclists from all over the globe take part by cycling from the city centre, down the M3 through to Muizenberg and as far south as Smitswinkel. From there north again, through Hout Bay and Camps Bay to the finish line in Green Point. Local general entries cost R510p/p, but PPA members can pay R480p/p. In order to compete in the cycling race, participants must turn 13 years old in the year of the event and children accompanying parents on the back of a tandem must be 11 years of age or older.
With thousands of cyclists coming from all over the globe, one can only imagen how disappointed they can be after all the expenses that they have gone through to come to Cape Town, South Africa for the Cape Town Cycle Tour.
The 40th Cape Town Cycle Tour that was supposed to be on the 12th of March this year was canceled due to excessive winds. A warning went out the day before to participants stating that there was a high probability of strong winds within the next 24 hours.
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CONTINUED FROM By meeting a group of cyclists from London and hearing about their experience in South Africa and the expenses that they have made with regards to flights, bicycles, accommodation, car rentals, food and preparation of training for the Cape Town Cycle Tour one cannot believe how much trouble and effort people go through to attend this race. Adriaan Gerber and his brother along with 5 other cyclist and their family and friends all came from London to cycle the Cape Town Cycle Tour in support of an organization called Loving by Giving. Loving by Giving started with two families who were touched by all the poverty and need they saw in the world, especially in their home country, South Africa. They were living in the United Kingdom and realised that they were so privileged and blessed with such abundance, that they often took it for granted, without thinking of those who were less fortunate than them. They then started to recycle old worn clothing. Instead of taking extra baggage on their following trip to South Africa, they packed clothes for people in need and delivered it to a local charity. Back in the UK they told their friends about their vision of using what they already had available to bless those in need. APR | MAY 2017
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CAPE TOWN’S CYCLE TOUR Since then the movement has grown rapidly with many people giving clothes and toys for those living in poverty in different countries in the world and more and more people got inspired to put their love into action by getting involved with the need of others around them.
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Adrian and his family loved their experience in Cape Town and would definitely be back next year to cycle the largest individually timed cycling race in South Africa - the Cape Town Cycle Tour. For more info on ‘Loving by Giving’ you can visit their website
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Lucinda “Luce” Price is a strong-willed seventeen-year-old living a seemingly ordinary life until she is accused of a crime she didn’t commit. Sent off to the imposing Sword & Cross reform school, Luce finds herself being courted by two mysterious students to whom she feels oddly connected. Isolated and haunted by strange visions, Luce begins to unravel the secrets of her past and discovers the two men are fallen angels, who she learns have loved her for centuries. Luce must choose where her feelings lie, pitting Heaven against Hell in an epic battle over true love.
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Academy Award® winner Ron Howard returns to direct the latest bestseller in Dan Brown’s (Da Vinci Code) billiondollar Robert Langdon series, Inferno, which finds the famous symbologist (again played by Tom Hanks) on a trail of clues tied to the great Dante himself. When Langdon wakes up in an Italian hospital with amnesia, he teams up with Sienna Brooks (Felicity Jones), a doctor he hopes will help him recover his memories. Together, they race across Europe and against the clock to stop a madman from unleashing a global virus that would wipe out half of the world’s population.
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CH E E TA H Acinonyx jubatus This slender, spotted feline is no stranger to the Endangered Wildlife trust, as the threat to their survival was one of the reasons this trust was established.
Thankfully, the population numbers of the cheetah within South Africa have seen a significant increase in the last 50 years or so. Unfortunately, this does not mean that they are out of danger yet, and they still face multiple threats with each passing day.
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POPULATION TRENDS The Cheetah population has increased from an estimate 400 in 1965 to approximately 1200 in 2016, which is largely due to the Carnivore Conservation Programme which promotes the growth of the cheetah population, and allows genetic diversity to take place through the placement of cheetahs in various areas across Africa and South Africa.
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The population can be divided as approximately 600 outside the protected areas, 412 within the Kruger National Park, 89 within the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park and 308 for the managed metapopulation. It is, however, difficult to accurately measure the exact number of cheetahs in the cheetah population, as the number of free roaming cheetahs is difficult to measure. THREATS Even though the cheetah population has experienced such positive growth over the last 52 years, the species has been listed as vulnerable, as threats such as removal for captive trade, conflict related killing, snaring and habitat fragmentation are very much still a reality. Persecution is the biggest threat to cheetahs, as they are often killed in an attempt to prevent the death of livestock or game.
Poorly regulated national and international trade also puts the cheetah at risk, followed by poorly planned relocations, which can result in the death of the cheetah. CONSERVATION EFFORTS The conservation methods used will depend largely on the area in which the cheetah is located, as different areas will pose different threats. Free roaming cheetahs may be more at risk of being killed in an attempt to save life stock. Thankfully, incentives are being offered for cheetah friendly farming, and live removals are often encouraged. Cheetahs living in protected areas are well protected and monitored, although they do face possible threats if they leave these protected areas. The managed metapopulation can be conserved through a scientifically based management plan that will ensure that there is effective gene flow and control between the reserves.
GET INVOLVED IN CONSERVATION EFFORTS EWT Conservation Programme African Wildlife Foundation The Great Project
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ADDO ELEPHANT NATIONAL PARK BY SHIMONE BEKKER
Situated about 70km outside Port Elizabeth, Addo Elephant National Park is now the third largest national park in South Africa with a large range of biodiversity, landscape, fauna and flora.
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Main camp reception is open from 07:00 to 19:00 daily and the Matyholweni reception is open from 07:00 to 17:00 daily, while the gate is open until 18:30. Day visitors can make use of wildlife viewing from their own vehicle, guided game drives, horse rides, hiking trails, the bird hide, the PPC Discovery Trail, the shop and restaurant and picnic and braai sites.
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Addo Elephant National Park offers a range of accommodation types such as the Addo Rest Camp, Spekboom Tented Camp, Matyholweni Rest Camp, Narina Bush Camp, Kabouga, Woody Cape, Gorah Elephant Camp, RiverBend Lodge and the Kuzuko Lodge. GORAH ELEPHANT CAMP Is a five-star facility with luxury tented camps. Visit their website: www.gorah.hunterhotels. com or contact them on +27 (0)44 501 1111. RIVERBEND LODGE Luxury five-star accommodation in eight rooms as well as a Private Safari Villa accommodating six guests. A Wellness Centre is available and children of all ages are welcome. Visit their website: www.riverbendlodge.co.za or contact them on +27 (0)42 233 8000. KUZUKO LODGE About two hours’ outside of Port Elizabeth the lodge offers 24 chalets (three are wheelchair accessible), a conference facilities for up to 30 delegates, spa, restaurant, pub, wine cellar, swimming pool, game drives and nightly cosmic safaris. All accommodation is serviced and equipped with crockery, cutlery, cooking utensils, bedding, towels and soap. Each accommodation unit has a braai area outside - no meals are included in the accommodation rates. Sheets will be changed every two to three days and towels will be changed every day.
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All accommodation units have plug points available with a 220V electricity supply. Visitors need to provide their own international adaptors or two-point plug adaptors. The caravan and tent sites also each have a 220v electricity supply point. For bookings at Addo Elephant National Park contact Central Reservations and for bookings at Kabouga and Woody Cape, contact Park Reception (Tel: 042 233 8600). ACTIVITIES Game Drives, Horse Trails, 4x4 Trails, Hiking Trails and Marine Eco Tours. Activities available at no extra cost (except for entrance fee) include self-drive wildlife viewing, Zuurberg hiking trails: 1-hour and 3-hour trails available , PPC Discovery Trail: a short walk in the main camp, one loop suitable for wheelchair users and visuallyimpaired visitors.
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CONTINUED FROM There is also the SASOL Red Bishop Bird Hide: in the main camp (suitable for wheelchair-users), floodlit waterhole: at main camp (suitable for wheelchairusers), underground viewing hide at main camp (suitable for wheelchair-users) and the picnic and braai site: at main camp and in the botanical reserve Jack’s Picnic site off the southern access road. A swimming pool is available at the main camp - only for overnight guests and then the restaurant and curio shop. BIODIVERSITY Birds, Reptiles (snakes, tortoises/ terrapins, lizards/geckoes/skinks) , Amphibians (common platanna, Karoo toad, Raucous toad, Leopard/Giant toad, frogs), Vegetation (Albany Thicket , Fynbos, Forest, Nama Karoo, Indian Ocean Coastal Belt ). TIPS AND HINTS Hot days at waterholes are best for elephant viewing. Lions and spotted hyenas are most often seen in the early morning or evening to night time. No immunisations are needed for travel to the park as it is situated in a malaria-free area.
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WHAT VISITORS NEED TO TAKE ALONG (PREPARATION FOR THE TRIP): Binoculars, cameras, walking shoes and wildlife reference books and torch/headlamp for when walking outside at night. For summer (September - March), cool comfortable clothing, with sunhats and sunscreen and Insect repellent, especially in summer. For winter and autumn (April - August), warm clothing RATES: South African citizens and Residents (with ID): R62 per adult, per day, R31 per child, per day. SADC Nationals (with passport): R124 per adult, per day, R62 per child, per day. Standard Conservation Fee (Foreign Visitors): R248 per adult, per day, R124 per child, per day. Wild Card: Year Permits available for all guests FOR ENQUIRES PLEASE CONTACT RECEPTION AT 042 233 8600 AND RECEPTION FAX 042 233 8643 (DURING OFFICE HOURS - 07:00 19:00)
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IRWIN ANIMAL RESCUE CENTRE The issue of uncontrolled domestic pet populations is a hot topic that gets thrown into the media cross fires from time to time. Unwanted animals are a huge problem in our society, but thankfully, organisations such as Irwin Animal Rescue exist to aid in rehoming these animals as opposed to other harsher methods of dealing with the situation.
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The aim of Irwin Animal Rescue is to recognise and create awareness with regard to the excess numbers of domestic animals in South Africa, and what can be done to resolve the issue. The long term goal of Irwin Animal Rescue is to educate the public on the problems faced by domestic animals, and attempt to bring about change in the way that some animal welfare organisations deal with the excess number of domestic animals. Instead of euthanizing abandoned, abused, neglected and unwanted pets, Irwin Animal Rescue attempts to act as a temporary sanctuary in order to re-home these animals. Irwin Animal Rescue is currently home to approximately 1300 animals, and receives no funding from the government. The organisation relies solely on the donations of supporters, as well as the proceeds received through the sale of pet food, donated books, clothing and bric-abrac that are sold from at their stalls at the local DeDeur market every weekend. The organisation believes that no dog deserves to leave this earth not knowing what it means to be a part of a loving family. Their bones become sore and old, and many of the older dogs need loving homes that can cater to their individual needs for their last few years on
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Earth. Adoption fees have been wavered for all adoptions, however donations will be greatly appreciated. Adoption rules and home checks will still apply when deciding to adopt one of their beautiful dogs. In the event that you are not in a position to adopt a dog, you can sponsor one for R200 a month. Irwin Animal Rescue is located at Plot 59B, Aloe Ridge Road, Elandsfontein, and they are open Sunday to Friday 9:30 - 15:00, Saturday 9:30 to 13:00, and public holidays from 9:30 to 14:00. From more information on the Irwin Animal Rescue, you can contact them on irwin.comps@gmail.com or 078 199 5861.
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MUSIC BY EUGENE YIGA
Matthew Wild, voted as one of 2012’s top 200 young South Africans by the Mail & Guardian, is a man of many interests. Eugene Yiga spoke to him to find out more. Born and raised in the Mother City (and a Drama and English graduate from the University of Cape Town), Matthew Wild enjoys listening to music and looking at art and photography books for inspiration for future projects. He’s also passionate about travel and grabs the opportunity to go somewhere new whenever he can.
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“I was pretty sure that I wanted to do something creative from a young age,” he recalls. “But I was almost equally interested in literature, fine art and music, and I went through a long list of prospective careers before I hit my midteens and started to think that I might be able to bring these interests together by becoming a theatre director.” Wild, recently appointed Artistic Director of Cape Town Opera, admits that he’s been a “massive opera geek” since his early teens. PROFUSION MAGAZINE
This year will see him directing two productions: The Flying Dutchman (17 to 26 August) and The Magic Flute (23 November to 10 December).
The audience clearly liked it too, given that the production played almost 450 shows in Cape Town and Johannesburg. But what made it so successful?
“It’s hard to explain exactly why I love it so much, but for me, the great operas of Mozart and Wagner and Verdi and Strauss contain an overwhelming beauty, power, and profundity which nothing else can equal,” he says. “For directors, opera brings huge challenges – you’re generally working in a foreign language, you have huge forces to marshal, and balancing the dramatic and musical elements is always a tough act. But operas give you a large canvas on which you can be unorthodox, creative and bold, which appeals to me a lot.”
“You could write a book of guesswork on how Rocky Horror turned into the global phenomenon that it now is, and there are so many people in South Africa who hold this musical dear to their hearts,” he says. “Given the inbuilt popularity of the piece, some producers would be content throwing together a cheap-and-nasty staging. But the Fugard Theatre was determined that their production would have high production values and a first-rate cast.”
Wild had his musical directing debut with The Rocky Horror Show. At first, he wasn’t at all sure that he was the right person for the job. But he’d wanted to take on a musical for a long time, and the more he worked on the piece, the more he realised what a genius score it has, and how cleverly it’s constructed for the stage. “Penny Simpson (who designed the costumes) and I felt somewhat trapped by the traditional iconography of the Rocky Horror brand for a while,” she says. “And for every costume element we tried to come up with something that was our own, but which didn’t depart too radically from the look which the audience expected. We must have tried 10 different hairstyles for Frank’nFurter before we found one we liked!”
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His success on this production is the reason the Fugard Theatre had him directing two more: Cabaret and West Side Story. His latest will be Funny Girl, a semi-biographical musical based on the life and career of Broadway star, film actress, and comedienne Fanny Brice. This musical tells the fascinating and bittersweet story of Fanny Brice whose vocal talents and comedic ability see her rise from a Brooklyn music hall singer to Broadway star, and her tempestuous relationship with gambler Nicky Arnstein.
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It’s hard to explain exactly why I love it so much, but for me, the great operas of Mozart and Wagner and Verdi and Strauss contain an overwhelming beauty, power, and profundity which nothing else can equal.
Matthew Wild The original book was written by Isobel Lennart, with music composed by Jule Styne and lyrics written by Bob Merrill. It features some of the most iconic songs in film and theatre history, including “People” and “Don’t Rain On My Parade”. Funny Girl was Barbra Streisand’s big breakthrough when she played the lead role in the original production, which opened on Broadway on 26 March 1964 at the Winter Garden Theatre. (It enjoyed a recent soldout revival season on the West End at the Savoy Theatre.) It was nominated for eight Tony Awards and the cast recording was inducted into the Grammy Hall of Fame in 2004. A film adaptation of the musical was released in 1968 starring Streisand (who won the Academy Award for Best Actress for her performance, as well as the Golden Globe) alongside Omar Sharif. Wild’s wish list for the opera productions he’d like to direct is much longer than that for musicals, but he’d like to tackle Sweeney Todd and Candide at some point in the future. And yet his current string of success hasn’t made him forget the challenges he’s had along the way.
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He wasn’t accepted into drama school when he auditioned at the age of 18, and had to come back a year later to try again. Then, at the start of his professional career, he had a big success with his debut production but his second was critically panned and a box office flop. This dented his confidence for a long time. “You need to be resilient (and preferably thick-skinned) to work in this industry, especially if you work on large-scale productions,” he says. “I was pretty sensitive in my early twenties, and it took me a while to toughen up enough to enjoy being at the helm of a large production.” Wild describes himself as a naturally stubborn person who loves what he does, which motivates him to give something another try if he doesn’t get it right the first time. He also believes in keeping his head down and concentrating on the work at hand rather than dwelling on his mistakes or other people’s opinions.
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“Over time, I’ve come to believe that occasional flops are inevitable and healthy for directors,” he says. “There’s nothing like a run of successes to make you terrified of failure, which isn’t good for creativity. And they’re a good reminder that at the end of the day, it’s only theatre, not open-heart surgery.” FUNNY GIRL IS AT THE FUGARD THEATRE IN CAPE TOWN FROM 18 APRIL. BOOK AT COMPUTICKET OR WWW.THEFUGARD.COM.
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FREEDOM DAY
Twenty-three years ago, South Africa celebrated their first democratic election. We look at what went into making this momentous event possible, and what it means for us over two decades later. This day not only symbolised a new dawn for South Africa, but also marked the end to over three hundred years of colonialism, segregation and white minority rule and the establishment of a new democratic government led by Nelson Mandela. APR | MAY 2017
This day was met with great emotion after enduring long and tension-ridden negotiations between the African National Congress (ANC), the South African Communist Party (SACP) and other liberation movements during 1991 and 1992. The elections took place peacefully, even though there were threats of possible violence. “The birth of our South African nation has, like any other, passed through a long and often painful process. The ultimate goal of a better life has yet to be realised. PROFUSION MAGAZINE
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As dawn ushered in this day, the 27th of April 1995, few of us could suppress the welling of emotion, as we were reminded of the terrible past from which we come as a nation; the great possibilities that we now have; and the bright future that beckons us. Wherever South Africans are across the globe, our hearts beat as one, as we renew our common loyalty to our country and our commitment to its future. Nelson Mandela at the Freedom Day celebrations on 27 April 1995
On this day, you, the people, took your destiny into your own hands. You decided that nothing would prevent you from exercising your hard-won right to elect a government of your choice. Your patience, your discipline, your single-minded purposefulness have become a legend throughout the world.” – Nelson Mandela at the Freedom Day celebrations 27 April 1995. Following the political freedom associated with a democratic nation, South Africans have continued to strive to correct the issues of the past. Freedom Day not only serves as a reminder of how far we have come as a nation but also calls for us to thank each South African for their contribution towards the changes leading towards our democracy.
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Freedom Day gives South Africans the opportunity to take a stand and pledge their loyalty not only in our country but to also to those that fight for justice and equality, “During my lifetime I have dedicated myself to this struggle of the African people. I have fought against white domination, and I have fought against black domination. I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons live together in harmony and with equal opportunities. It is an ideal which I hope to live for and to achieve. But if needs be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die.” Nelson Mandela - 20 April 1964. Rivonia trial
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THE REALITY IS THAT YOU ARE NOT THE ONLY EMPLOYEE IN YOUR COMPANY WORKING HARD AND AIMING FOR REWARD, GROWTH AND PROMOTION; SO HOW DO YOU GET NOTICED AND RECOGNISED FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE ACHIEVEMENT OF THE COMPANY’S GOALS AND STRATEGIES?
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Ensure that a performance management or monitoring system is in place. This allows you and your manager or supervisor to set, track and measure attainable goals tied to the company’s strategy and required outputs.
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Document progress and formalise feedback methods. Be sure to document your progress and formalise any feedback given as and when it arises. It is helpful to get feedback in writing and ask them to send it directly to your line manager and copy you for transparency.
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Frequent communication. Be sure to discuss your performance with your line manager or supervisor frequently. Do not wait for performance review meetings to discuss tasks, goals and whether or not you are on track.
BUSINESSTECH posted in October 2016, that the top 11 employers in South Africa to work for are:
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The Top Employers Institute also certified as many 86 institutions in South Africa for their excellence in employee conditions, up from 77 in 2016. These findings were based on evaluations done across nine key areas including: talent strategy, workforce planning, onboarding, learning and development, performance management, leadership development, career and succession planning as well as compensation, benefits and culture. At the end of the day, the only person who knows and understands all the hard work you put in is you. Always live your company values, be courteous to your colleagues and peers and focus on what you need to do. For you to be successful and progress in your career, it is important to track and keep a true record of your dedication and diligence.
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SURVIVING THE RAT RACE
AND UNEMPLOYMENT BY FELICITY LOOPSTRA
It is currently estimated that the world population is sitting at 7.5 billion with an annual growth of 1.112%. They also estimated that the probability of people dying between the ages of 15 – 60 years of age were 441,000 men & 320,000 women. That leaves a lot of people that need a job & earn money in order to survive!
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In South Africa the unemployment rate increased again in the 3rd quarter of 2016 (27.1% unemployed according to www.tradingeconomies.com). This is not solely due to the economy but also other global factors. A lower infant mortality rate combined with people living longer due to better health care & constant advancements in technology. The simple fact is there are too many people & not enough jobs. So how do school leavers get a job, the retrenched find another one & the people forced to take early retirement keep themselves going till a ripe old age?
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If you are one of the unlucky people that have been retrenched, at least you may have a severance package or the UIF to give you some income for a short time.
Remember finding a job is normally who you know as well as what you know – so immediately put out the word to all your contacts & their contacts.
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This time of the year is especially tough for young people with the latest group of school, college & university leavers flooding the market. Unless you are lucky enough to have had a part-time job whilst studying you are at a disadvantage, as companies prefer to employ people with some previous work experience. You can increase the odds by volunteering whilst still job hunting – even if it just covers your traveling costs. Whether it’s a charity or being a temporary / part-time intern at an office or factory, it doesn’t matter what you do as long as you gain experience & you get a good reference letter.
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Also join your local network group & library as most have free internet & Wi-Fi to job search & send out your CV on line. The realisation that you may not be able to maintain the lifestyle you are used to if you take early retirement can be very traumatic. Why not offer your expertise as part-time consultant or turn a hobby into a small home based business to supplement your income. Whatever you decide, do not sit at home moping - get out there & get active! FOR MORE INFORMATION: www.labour.gov.za www.charity.co.za www.libraries.sa.gov
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LUTHANDO RODOLO ‘I REMEMBER BEING IN GRADE 1 AND TELLING MY MOM THAT I WANTED TO BE A FAMOUS SINGER AND CHANGE THE WORLD, ONE SONG AT A TIME, WHEN I GOT OLDER.’ From an early age, Luthando Rodolo has been fascinated by music, and involved in many talent shows and festivals. In 2010, he discovered his love for music production and set out to learn as much as he possibly could. He enrolled at Swallow 15 Music School to sharpen his skills as a musician and songwriter, and also learned a bit about the business side of things. He is now studying Audio Technology at the Academy of Sound Engineering in Johannesburg.
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While still in high school in 2012, Luthando and his team started a business called StreetJam. In 2013, they decided to reinvent their business and became Street Evolution Entertainment. They founded the company on the premise of creating opportunities, and that is exactly what they set out to achieve.
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“Instead of employing recognised photographers, music producers, videographers and so forth, we seek out people with skills and knowledge, and then partner with them to create their own businesses and make their services available to us. This, we believe, is conducive to creating a strong network within the business and paving the way for a brighter and more competitive industry,” Luthando said. However, the journey towards success is challenging, as their ideas grow every day, and keeping up with them can be difficult. This is the case with many businesses – it’s what keeps them growing, so the Street Evolution Entertainment team welcome challenge as it keeps them on the ball.
Luthando has the following advice for young people regarding overcoming challenges: “It happens too often that people abandon their dreams due to circumstance or because of what others believe is wrong or not wise. I nearly let this happen to me – because I was often told to get my head out of the clouds. “If I had listened to those people, I would not be where I am today. So I urge the youth to dream, to hold on tightly to those dreams, and make them reality. It’s amazing what you can do if you just believe, and if young people believe in the greatness of their dreams, then there is no doubt that the future of South Africa is in good hands. It all begins with you”. ARTICLE ORIGIN: KRUGERSDORP NEWS
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FIVE FOODS TO IMPROVE BLOOD CIRCULATION We have all heard the saying, “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach”, and recent research has revealed that this may actually be trueand it is not only applicable to men.
HERE ARE FIVE FOODS THAT WILL HELP IMPROVE YOUR BLOOD CIRCULATION
A healthy heart means heathy blood circulation. Healthy blood circulation means, well, a happier you. Foods rich in nitrates, choline, potassium and arginine have been proven to improve circulation by strengthening your heart and preventing your arteries from clogging.
PRAWNS: As if you ever really needed a reason to indulge in this delicious creature. Prawns are rich in choline and vitamin D, which is good for lowering your cholesterol levels, leaving your blood vessels clean and healthy.
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BEETROOT: This red/purple vegetable is rich in nitrates, which aid in improving circulation and blood flow by thinning the blood and allowing blood vessels to dilate.
AVOCADOS: Not only is an avocado the perfect topping or addition to a meal, it is also rich in potassium. Potassium aids in regulating your blood pressure, and also plays an important role in allowing your muscles to contract smoothly. PROFUSION MAGAZINE
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Now that we have given you some ideas with regards to heart healthy foods, here are three meal ideas for implementing your new found knowledge: Almond and strawberry muesli: Start your day the right way by having a breakfast packed with zinc and arginine. Not only is it good for you, it also tastes great. ALMONDS: Almonds are made up of arginine, which are amino acids used in forming nitric acid. Nitric acid assists your blood vessels with expanding and contracting, which determines the amount of blood flow to a certain area of the body. STRAWBERRIES: Nothing screams romance quiet like some good old fashion strawberries and cream, and while cream may not exactly be healthy, strawberries are. Strawberries are rich in anti-oxidants, which can improve blood flow in the body, and zinc, which plays a role in regulating the level of testosterone in men.
Prawn and avocado salad: Spruce up your boring old green salad by adding some prawn and avocado to it. Strawberries dipped in chocolate: It has been a long day, why not treat yourself with an after dinner snack. Although we have not listed it above, chocolate can also improve blood flow as it also contains anti-oxidants.
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Beetroot
Avocados
Rich in nitrates Aids in thinning the blood
Rich in Potassium Aids in regulating blood pressing
Prawns
Almonds
Rich in Choline and Vitamin D Good for lowering cholesterol levels
STRAWBERRIES
Arginine (Amino acids) Assists blood vessels in expanding and contracting
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A SUGAR-COATED TAX BY FELICITY LOOPSTRA
If you walk round a supermarket the chances are you will see a bottle of “cool drink” in over two thirds of the trollies & baskets. This is fantastic for the South African non-alcoholic beverage industry but maybe not a healthy choice for the consumer.
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The “Taxation of sugar sweetened beverages” was first announced by Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan in the February 2016 Budget & in the 2017 Budget he informed us that the Act will come into effect later this year. WHY IS THE TAX BEING INTRODUCED? The decision to introduce the tax originates from a growing global concern regarding obesity stemming from the over consumption of sugar. Obesity is a global epidemic & a major factor linked to non-communicative diseases (NCD’s) including heart diseases (like heart attacks & strokes), type 2 diabetes, chronic reparatory diseases (like chronic obstructed pulmonary disease & asthma) some forms of cancer, high blood pressure & dental decay. South Africa is now ranked as the most obese nation in SubSaharan Africa with over half the adult population (42% women & 13% men) being obese. Obesity in children is also on the increase with the onset of type 2 diabetes & dental decay becoming two of the main side effects. The Department of Health are one of the prime advocates behind the introduction of the “sugar tax”. They have developed a strategy plan for the prevention & control of obesity for 2015 up until 2020.
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Their objective is to reduce obesity by 10% before 2020. The strategy has identified that a tax on food high in sugar is a very cost effective way to help address diet related diseases. They intend to also tackle diet, physical activity & obesity by tightening up on food advertising & labelling regulations, worksite & school based interventions, physical counselling & mass media awareness campaigns. The main objective of the bill is to encourage people to develop healthier eating life style habits, which in turn will reduce the burden on both state & private healthcare budgets. It will also encourage manufacturers to reduce the % content of sugar in beverages without compromising their products. WHY ARE WE SUCH AN OBESE COUNTRY? Over the past 30 years South Africa has changed its eating pattern due to socio-economic development & we have been moving away from traditional natural foods & consuming more processed & convenience foods.
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CONTINUED FROM NOW DAYS WE ARE CONSUMING:More food rich saturated fats Less vegetables More energy enhanced foods & beverages More energy dense micro-nutrient snack food, convenience foods, vegetable oil More sweetened foods & beverages. The World Health Organisation has expressed concern in the increasing intake of “free sugars”, particularly in sugarsweetened beverages that increase overall energy intake. This may reduce the intake of food containing nutritionally adequate calories leading to an unhealthy diet, weight gain & the risk of NCD’s. They recommend that the intake of sugar in adults & children should not exceed 12.5 teaspoons per day & for added health benefits should be reduced to 6 teaspoons per day. The following information may shock you when you realise exactly how much sugar we drink every day in manufactured beverages.
CARBONATED SOFT DRINKS 330ml Between 7 - 9 teaspoon ENERGY DRINKS 500ml Between 6 – 8 teaspoons FLAVOUED WATERS 500ml 6 teaspoons VITAMIN WATERS 500ml 5.5 teaspoons DRINKING YOGURT 250ml 5.5 teaspoons ICED TEA 250ml 4 teaspoons
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The World Health Organisation has expressed concern in the increasing intake of “free sugars”, particularly in sugar-sweetened beverages that increase overall energy intake.
WHAT WILL WE BE TAXED ON? The tax is targeted at non-alcoholic beverages that contain “free sugars”. This is sugar that has been added to a product during processing & that increases the total sugar content. This sugar is added in the form of sucrose, high fructose corn syrup or non-nutritive sweeteners. Products that contain “free sugars” include soft drinks (carbonated & still), fruit drinks, sports drinks, energy & vitamin water drinks, fruit juice concentrates, sweetened iced teas & lemonade amongst others. Products that only contain intrinsic sugar which are naturally built into the structure of most foods like fruit, vegetables & even dairy products will be tax exempt. These include 100% fruit juices, unsweetened milk & milk products. PROFUSION MAGAZINE
HOW MUCH TAX WILL WE PAY? Denmark, Finland, France, Hungary, Ireland, Mexico, Mauritius & Norway have already implemented a “sugar tax” in some form or another. The historical success & failures of each method were studied before a final proposal that would be most practical & effective for South Africa was presented. THE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE PROPOSED “TAXATION OF SUGAR SWEETENED BEVERAGES” ARE:Taxation should be based on sugar content. Therefore non-alcoholic beverages with a high sugar content but no nutritional value will be taxed on every gram of sugar. Using the current available price & sugar content as a reference point, the estimated tax will be in the region of 20%. Sugar sweetened beverages that do not currently show nutritional values on their label will be taxed on a basis of 50grams per 330ml sugar content. FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT THE TREASURY WEBSITE
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CANGO CAVE ADVENTURES
Take a trip back in time by exploring through Oudtshoorn’s most famous tourist attractionsthe Cango Caves. Since their discovery in 1792, the caves have become a popular site to visit and learn more about the Earth’s history.
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The breath-taking Cango Caves are located in the limestone ridge that lies parallel to the Swartberg Mountains. Cave artifacts and materials thought to be used during the Middle and Later Stone Ages during a test excavation by an archaeologist from the University of Cape Town by the name of John Goodwin in 1930.
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In 1780 the caves were discovered for the first time in modern times by Jacobus Van Zyl, who was a local farmer. The chamber discovered by him was the size of a football field, and has since been named Van Zyl Hall in honour of him. According to the first official guide of the caves, Johnny van Wassenaer, the caves cover a distance of 25 kilometres and reaches a point of 275 metres below ground. This was reported in 1898, and since then, researchers have discovered more and more caves to support the findings reported by Johnny van Wassenaer. These caves are the only show caves in Africa that offer two tour options, namely the Heritage Tour and the Adventure Tour. The Heritage Tour is the easier option of the two and takes about an hour to complete, while the Adventure Tour is for those with an adventurous spirit and takes about an hour and a half to complete. All the tours at the Cango Caves are lead by accredited guides who have the relevant experience and knowledge to do so. Tours are available in English, Afrikaans, French, German and other additional languages upon request.
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The Cango Caves is a fun and educational experience for people of all ages. For more information, visit cango-caves.co.za HERITAGE TOUR HOURS 09:00 - 16:00 Adults - R100-00 Children - R60-00 Duration - 60 minutes ADVENTURE TOUR HOURS 09:30 - 15:30 Adults - R150-00 Children - R90-00 Duration - 90 minutes
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In Eeden Design Concepts Pty (Ltd) helps people live a life of beauty by creating fresh and sophisticated looks using pots. In Eeden sources and supply’s exquisitely designed pots, décor and art. Using ornamental containers on patios, in the garden and even in the workplace can save time, space and money while offering an atmosphere of creativity and elegance.
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Adri Neuper, the owner of In Eeden, has 20 years of experience bringing people amazing décor; including pots and pot jewellery, water features, wine barrels, decorative pebbles, sculptures and art. Located in the Northern suburbs of Johannesburg, close to Monte Casino, In Eeden offers you a unique country, bushveld experience. An ideal spot for a bit of shopping or attending a workshop. In the decorative world of pots, plants and art, Adri’s expertise and creative eye are in high demand. She has a network of local manufacturers working with her to make every project as unique and special as the person requesting it. PROFUSION MAGAZINE
Outdoor pots or planters can help restaurants create exterior dining spaces while adding to their overall atmosphere.
ENDLESS IMAGINATION AND CREATIVITY
A rain chain is a beautiful way of guiding water from your rooftop to the ground, creating a pretty water feature. In Eeden already sells recycled rain chains from clay pots or tins, glass and wire.
The company name ‘In Eeden’ was a natural choice as it combines the beauty and promise from the Garden of Eden with Adri’s maiden name ‘Eeden’.
Add some romance to your life by using smaller pots to hold candles. Go rustic with a whitewashed pot filled with bamboo or add ornaments for a holiday feel.
The passion with which every In Eeden product is designed and created far surpasses her clients’ expectations. “There are endless uses for pots; they’re not just for plants. It’s a common misconception that a pots and containers need to be planted to attract attention and function as a focal point.” HERE ARE SOME EXAMPLES YOU CAN INCORPORATE AT HOME OR YOUR BUSINESS: Have your house number painted on a large Tera cotta pot and place it outside your front door for an eye-catching design element. PROFUSION MAGAZINE
The opportunity for placement is only limited by the creativity of the designer. In Eeden places no limits on your imagination, in fact, they encouraging unique perspectives, believing it’s the thoughtful placement of an object that creates a visually interesting story. BRINGING YOU AMAZING DÉCOR PRODUCED LOCALLY “I want to open people’s eyes to what’s available locally and provide a platform for the unknown sculptor to have their work bring beauty to public places or lovely gardens”. CONTINUES TO
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In Eeden is proud to have their own line of sustainable outdoor decorative products that are tailored to the unique lifestyle of each client and inspired by mother nature. They are currently in the process of using renewable materials to create outdoor carpets, outside wallpaper, mirrors and even outdoor furniture. LEARN FROM ADRI Training architects and landscapers to develop their decorative eye and choosing the right pieces for every space is close to Adri’s heart. If you want to attend one of her workshops and learn more about quality, price and the variety of options available, get in touch. WHY CHOOSE IN EEDEN? In Eeden is the preferred supplier of pots, art and décor in South Africa. Because they are a small company with low overhead, they provide you with competitive prices and personalised service. Products can be custom designed to your specifications and Adri is available for consultation. IF YOU WANT TO CHANGE THE MONOTONY OF YOUR GARDEN, HOME OR OFFICE CONTACT ADRI AND ASK THAT SHE WORK HER MAGIC.
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Amongst the craziness of the recent parliamentary cabinet shuffle in South Africa, citizens received some rather positive and promising news on 31 March 2017- it is now legal to use marijuana in the privacy of your own home.
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Cannabis is a flowring plant of the family Cannabaceae. There are a number of species that grow within the family. It is also commonly known as marijuana or dagga and is favoured for its many uses and benefits medically, recreationally, religiously and industrially.
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Julian Stobbs, a pro-marijuana activist stated in an interview with VOA,”If you are using cannabis in the privacy of your own home, or indeed if you have grown cannabis in the privacy of your home and it’s never left the building, you now have a loophole in the law.” Read their article here According to News24, this change is all thanks to an application that was brought to the High Court by Dagga Party leader Jeremy Acton and Rastafarian Garreth Prince. This application was used to have certain sections of the Drugs and Drug Trafficking Act declared unconstitutional.
South Africa first criminalised the substance in the early 1900’s. Statistics have shown that 13 % of all arrests made within the country in the last year were drug-related. The High Court has now made it legal to possess, cultivate and use marijuana in private homes. Parliament has 24 months to make the relevant changes to the Drug Trafficking Act, as well as the Medicines Control Act.
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These sections make it illegal to be in possession of marijuana for reasons that aren’t medical related. It was argued that the current laws regarding the usage of marijuana are outdated, unfair and discriminatory. Garreth Prince had experienced the full force of the law for marijuana possession in 1989. At the time, he was a student studying law, and was arrested for possession. South Africa is joining the likes of countries such as the United States, Columbia, Netherlands and Switzerland, to name but a few, that have started to loosen their restraint of marijuana usage within their borders.
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SNORKEL TOURS WITH A DIFFERENCE! BY TARYN HERBST
Few people understand the importance of conserving the ocean since it’s seen as “out there”. You can’t see what goes on in the ocean immediately. This is pretty different from land, where the interaction between human beings and nature is noticed right away. A large reason why the ocean doesn’t receive the same conservation status as land based nature reserves is because of this. APR | MAY 2017
Started by surfer girl and KZN local Michelle Morris in 2014, Tidal Tao aims to change that. Tidal Tao offers tourists, locals, school groups, people who can’t dive but can snorkel, and anyone else who is keen to learn more about the ocean the opportunity to do just that. Michelle is joined by Andre Steenkamp, one of the best environmental educators in the country. Andre has the unique ability to get anyone excited about the environment, and his ability to connect with kids is legendary. With more than 15 years’ experience in environmental education, including senior education manager of the Wildlife Society and managing BirdLife South Africa’s centres in Mpumulanga, he also knows more about environmental education than almost anyone else in the country!
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TIDAL TAO OFFERS A NUMBER OF SNORKELLING AND OCEAN EXPLORING TRIPS INCLUDING: Discover Snorkel Safari Explorer Snorkel Safari Night Snorkel Safari Morning Snorkel Mindfulness Rocky Shore Walk (Day or Night) Whale and Dolphin Watching Trail Environmental Education programs
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Even if you are afraid of snorkelling, you can still experience the ocean by heading onto the Tidal Trail, which is a stunning guided morning walk from Christmas Bay in the north to Willard’s Beach in the south. Go between June and November and get more than just insane rock formations, and witness migrating whales and dolphins relaxing in the surf. It doesn’t sound much better, does it? On a heavier note, given the fact that ecosystems are collapsing under our waters due to overfishing and Tidal Tao offering environmental education programs in partnership with Wilderness Leadership School, one of South Africa’s most respected conservation NGOs, the work that Michelle and Andre do on a daily basis is not only exciting, but critical and well-worth supporting. Contact Michelle if you are interested in finding out more about how you can get involved in conserving our ocean. PROFUSION MAGAZINE
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ARE MADE OF... We have all heard the rhyme about the old woman that lived in a shoe, but did you know that there is a house shaped like a shoe in Mpumalanga? The Shoe House was built in 1990 by artist and hotelier Ron Van Zyl, who had it built for his wife Yvonne- who wanted a house that looks like a shoe. The house also acts as a museum that features the history of the valley, and showcases some of Van Zyl’s art pieces in a small art gallery on the premises.
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This rather odd sight is situated 20 kilometres from Ohrigstad on the Panorama Route. The Shoe House project eventually expanded, and now forms part of a bed and breakfast that includes an eight-chalet guest house, camp site, restaurant, pool and bar. The guest houses are currently undergoing the process of becoming green an environmentally friendly. Sightseeing and walking trails are some of the main attractions one can enjoy in addition to the novelty of a house that looks like a shoe. The Shoe House is also home to the Alpha Omega Cave. This cave was envisioned by Ron Van Zyl many years ago, and was built according to this vision. In this cave, you will see those things you have heard about in church, but with a difference- you will see a depiction of the spirit world. For instance, what happened in the spirit world during the crucifixion, what bitterness, jealousy and fear looks like. A chapel is also available in the cave, and is a popular wedding destination.
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Port Louis
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Planning
Commuting
The best time to visit Port Louis would be anytime of the year since Mauritius is warm all year round, due to its location based in the tropics of the Southern Hemisphere. Heavy rainfall occurs in March. The temperature averages 27 to De 32 °C in Dec-Feb, the warmest months & 21 to 25 °C in July, the coolest month.
There are a several ways to get around Port Louis & the island itself. Hop onto their convenient shuttle systems from the airport to Port Louis. Once you hit the town, catch a bus or taxi. All taxis have a yellow square box indicating their route on both sides of their car doors & a taxi sign on top.
Car Hire
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Are frequently available. Due to seasonal fluctuations in flights or trade shows taking place, early reservation is essential to secure the best be fares.
Money
Driving in Port Louis is possible since Mauritian Rupee one is able to drive on their roads Code: MUR comfortably. Tourists are allowed to Symbol: Rs drive in Mauritius with their domestic licence for up to 4 weeks. Roads may become congested during peak time traffic hours. Major international car rental suppliers operate within the Time zone: UTC/GMT +04:00 city & costs to hire a Population: approx. 150 thousand car are reasonable. Main Language: Mauritian Creole
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Hotels
3 Star and above is recommended. Reputable hotel chains are located in business areas. Rate Range: 3* R 700 - R 3000 4* R 1500 - R 4100 5* R 3550 - R 14300 per night, single
Getting There
Flights available from Johannesburg on SAA & Air Mauritius: SA192 dep 10:25 arr 16:20 +- 03h55m Available 2 times a week MK 852 dep 13:35 arr 19:35 +- 04h00m Available 3 times a week
Entry Requirements
South African travellers do not need to apply for a tourist visa & may stay in Mauritius for up to 90 days max. Travellers may simply contact us for business visas. Prerequisites: 6 month valid passport. No vaccinations are required.
Others: English, French, Hindi Dialling Code: +230
Landmarks
Port Louis is the capital city of Mauritius, located in the Port Louis District, the western part also lies in the Black River District. Port Louis is the island country's economic, cultural, political centre & most populous city. It is the official port of entry & exit for sea vessels in Mauritius. Landmarks include: Citade Citadel Fort Adelaide, Aapravasi Ghat, Jummah Mosque, St Louis Cathedral, China Town, Government House, The Crown Lodge, Le Caudan Waterfront & Central Market
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