Hola MaHigh School Volume 8, issue 6, June 2019
Jobs in trucks
Mandela - the icon Movies, tech
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Editor’s Letter
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Contributors
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Holler at us
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Mandela
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Month of July 4th July - US of A
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Mandela Quotes
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Jobs, jobs, and more jobs
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The world-wide icon
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Agrifreighter
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Isuzu Truck World
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Showtime!
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Jobs as we never knew
Movies in July
Isuzu - new careers
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Tech-world: Cricket
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Boris - the new PM?
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We need writers
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Next Issue
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Sybil Otterstrom Editor and CEO
The June edition. That means the year is half-way there. Have we achieved what we set out to achieve now we are at the half-way mark? Mandela - of course. We found Rofhiva’s article from 2014. Amazing how relevant it still is. We received some interesting articles on different jobs. There are opportunities out there. It is not doom and gloom all of it. Be inspired and go get it! Movies, tech and conspiracy! I love those things. No problem with a ‘popeye’ as we called the cartoons in my time. I still love them. Good read!
Sybil
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Meet our contributors Masiziba Hadebe is a final year Agricultural Economics student at the University of the Free State (UFS). She is driven to make a change and is a passionate volunteer for community projects. She loves reading and writing about science, agriculture and anything in between. She believes you can wear a smile whatever the weather! My name is Marcia Ramodike a 22 year young lady from Limpopo Tzaneen at lenyenye. Besides being a student at the university of the free state i am also an author. I am passionate about writing and i live to give hope and wish to change the world. I love reading and in most of my time i write my favourite book is ‘Her Mothers Hope by Francine Rivers and favourite quote is when the caterpillar thought it was the end of the world it turned into a butterfly My name is Fikile Unifire Zulu. I’m a career driven, bold, diligent, go-getter and self-motivated young lady from Evaton West in the Vaal Triangle. I’m a firm believer in reading because it nurtures ones’ mind and makes you see the world from a new perspective. I co-founded a non-profit organistation I love relaxing with nothing but a book and I enjoy writing.
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MADIBA The former president of this county has been revered worldwide, receiving an astronomical number of great accolades. There are plants, bugs and even nuclear particles named after him; he’s certainly a man that became a legend before he even passed. Now even though the media has always portrayed Nelson Mandela as a hero, he certainly rejected the image that had been created of him by the media. On various occasions insisted that he was “an ordinary man who had become leader because of extraordinary circumstances”. So, how come he became an inspiration to people? He was in jail for 27 years, but so were others He was sentenced by an unjust system, but so were others He was …, but so were many others.
What made him different? Who felt inspired by Mandela? The most fantastic person is Obama. No doubt there. Let us look at the trial, the (in)famous Rivonia Trial. That is where his most famous quote is from: “I have cherished the ideal of a democratic and free society in which all persons will live together in harmony and with equal opportunities. It is an ideal for which I hope to live for and to see realised. But, My Lord, if it needs be, it is an ideal for which I am prepared to die� What now if he did mean it? It is easy to say, but let us imagine that he actually felt that the world (to him) would not be worth it, unless it could be a free world? It was his conviction about being able to have a positive impact on the world which drove him. That can only be achieved by integrity and honesty, even honest mistakes. People can spot a fake and whatever Mandela was, he was no fake. The sentence from his trial shows exactly that. He was prepared to pay the ultimate price – His own death if need be. For you and I. THAT is the inspiration for others. Stand up for what is right. As Obama is doing. Because of Mandela. We need not always agree with the decisions, but nobody should be able to question our integrity. The inspiration for world leaders is of course to put their country first. To do what is right, all the time. It is the same for us: Do the right thing first time. I believe Mandela meant it. He was prepared to die for this ideal. We need not die on a daily basis for what is right, but we can at least try to live by his ideals and appreciate his sacrifice. This is an article produced by Rofhiwa Madzena from April 2014 (edited a little bit)
A lot of things are happening in July. This time we have chosen to look at the more classical event in terms of international stuff: 4th July in USA
It is the big celebration of the Declaration of Independence. The birth certificate of USA as we know it. It is a major milestone in the formation of democracy as we know it. Never mind Magna Carta and so on. What happened was that the original 13 colonies in the US (via their continental congress) declared that they were no longer subjects of the monarch of Britain. Henceforth the 13 colonies were now independent states (countries in their own right). The modern USA took time to define itself. Congress, constitution and its amendments, laws governing the federal government, relationships between the states and the federal government, etc etc etc. These were weighty areas of consideration and it can be said it is still ‘work in progress’. That is why 4th July is a date to commemorate.
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It is of course celebrated with parades, day off, sports, anything one can imagine USA to be. That in itself is fascinating. What is the relevance today? It was the first attempt to create a big entity (with common goals) out of a plethora of smaller countries. Fast forward to European Union. EU must have learned something from USA.
Did we forget something? This I picked from https://www.mic. com/articles/121671/native-americans-have-nothing-to-celebrate-on-july-4 “On Independence Day, the stirring words of Thomas Jefferson’s Declaration of Independence, promising “Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness,” set the tone.
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of our frontiers, the merciless Indian Savages, whose known rule of warguished destruction of all ages, sexes and conditions.”
erica’s subsequent history with Native Americans, goes a long way tohy the holiday largely does not resonate with the United States’ roughly nous peoples.
Voted in the top 10 of the most strikingly architecturally beautiful museums in the world, Freedom Park is breathtakingly spectacular. A vantage point that offers visitors a spectacular panoramic view of our city and beyond, visitors are guaranteed to stand in awe at the contrasting view, offering the opposites of our world. Lauded for its effortless beauty, Freedom Park is the perfect hidden venue for all events, as people escape the bustle of the city and enjoy the serenity and peace of the surrounding nature. Amidst the enchanting architecture, Freedom Park helps create unforgettable memories. Why not experience it for yourself! www.freedompark.co.za | call: +27 12 336 4000
What is Freedom Park? This is all from their website: Freedom Park celebrates South Africa’s heritage. It is a centre of knowledge aimed at deepening the understanding of the nation. It strives to accommodate all of the country’s experiences and symbols to tell one coherent story. Freedom Park is a national and international site that celebrates the ideals of liberty, diversity and human rights. Freedom Park is a cultural institution housing a museum and a memorial dedicated to chronicling and honouring the many who contributed to South Africa’s liberation. The museum aims to preserve and narrate the story of the African continent, and specifically South Africa, from the dawn of humanity, through pre-colonial, colonial and apartheid history and heritage, to the post-apartheid nation of today. It is a long walk, spanning some 3.6 billion years. Vision To be a leading national and international icon of humanity and freedom. Mission To provide a pioneering and empowering heritage destination in order to mobilise for reconciliation and nation building in our country; To reflect upon our past, improving our present and building our future as a united nation; and To contribute continentally and internationally to the formation of better human understanding among nations and peoples; The Freedom Park cultural precinct: • Advocates for tolerance, inclusivity, transparency, and accountability; • Archives and preserves South Africa’s indigenous knowledge; • Tells the South African story as it unfolds; • Honours those who gave their lives for South Africa’s freedom; • Provides a place where visitors can experience the diversity of our history and remember loved ones who played a role in the country’s history; • Provides a venue where South Africa’s unique heritage and cultures can be remembered, cherished and celebrated; • Fosters a South African community spirit, by being a symbol of unity through diversity; and, • Works with African and other international institutions to tell the story of Africa from an African perspective.
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e get articles and press releases from different organisations. Some of them we deem of general interest and those you will see here.
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his time we received some interesting articles pertaining to jobs in the motor industry. There are indeed opportunities here!
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t is worth mentioning that car manufacturing is not just what goes on inside the assembly hall. The supply chain of parts is important and should also encourage us all to look at this industry as a serious employment creator.
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ord and Isuzu have both got impressive records of being true South African companies and it is worth looking out for their initiatives.
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n essence: Read the articles, ponder on what you might want to do in the motor industry, get inspired by the real opportunities presented and go get it!
Good luck!
South West Gauteng TVET College Profile South West Gauteng College is a public Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), formerly, FET college, operating under the auspices of the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) in terms of the Continuing Education and Training Act, Act No.16 of 2006, as amended. The College is accredited by Umalusi and several Sector Education and Training Authorities (Seta’s) to offer education and training, mostly in the FET band (NQF Level 2 to 4). Some programmes are offered in the Higher Education band i.e. the N4 to N6 levels. With its head office located at Molapo Campus, Soweto and campuses spread through Soweto (3) to Roodepoort (2) and Randburg (1),Including the “LAND IS WEALTH FARM” in Sterkfontein, the College is a real citadel of education and training for communities in its wide catchment area and beyond. With the Distance learning and e-learning mode, driven through the Technisa Campus in Randburg, it is no exaggeration to say “we now surface everywhere!” Starting from 2007, the (FET )TVET colleges have been offering the new three year TVET curriculum, which culminates in the awarding of the National Certificate (Vocational) [NC (V)] to students. This qualification is opening two doors to the successful students. Since their education will have had a deliberate vocational slant, the students completing the NC (V) Level 4 qualification are able to enter the job market. The first cohort of NC (V) graduates came out at the end of 2009 and was received well by the economy. The Level 4 NC (V) graduates are also able to proceed to the Higher Education and pursue some post-NQF Level 4 education at Universities or Universities of Technology, depending on their results in Level 4. If they choose this route, they do so on a very strong technical foundation, which they have obtained from their three years at the College. The entry requirements for Higher Education for students who have completed NC (V) Level 4 qualification can be obtained from the College’s Student Support or Marketing Offices and in the College Prospectus. The important thing is that if one wants to follow a vocational direction, either in Engineering Studies, Business Studies, or Utility Studies, one does not need to stay at school until one has passed Grade 12, since colleges are offering a three-year vocational qualification. To enrol for this qualification, one only needs to have passed the minimum of Grade 9, but the qualification is more suitable for learners with a higher school grade, e.g. Grade 11 or even Grade 12. The qualification will give students vocational training culminating in an NQF Level 4 qualification, which will open doors to the world of work for them. Students are not able to enter this National Certificate (Vocational) at Level 3 or Level 4, even if they have passed Grade 11 or 12 at school. They have to start this qualification at Level 2, and continue with it for three years, until they complete the NQF Level 4 NC (V) qualification, which is where they will be awarded the NC (V) certificate. The Department of Higher Education and Training has also made millions of rands available for bursaries. Any NC (V) student may apply for a bursary, subject to a means test. The means test determines if the student is needy and therefore qualifies for assistance in the form of a bursary. The bursary does not only consider economic need, it also factors in the student’s scholastic academic capability. So, good performance (results), after enrolment, guarantees continuation of the bursary until completion. The DHET bursaries also cover N-courses for needy and academically capable students. It is a condition of the bursary that the recipients commit to their studies and attend their lectures and classes regularly. The drastic skills shortage in the economy has resulted in the Department allowing colleges to continue enrolling students in the N-courses (Report 191 NATED Courses) in Engineering, from N1-N6 and N4 to N6 in Business Studies and Utility Studies. This arrangement is not intended to dissuade students from NC (V) to N-courses, even though the N-courses appear shorter than the NC (V) on the surface. Prospective students must note that whereas the NC (V) is a complete qualification incorporating some practical learning in a workplace, after completing N6 at the College, for a student to be awarded an N6 Diploma, he/she must find a workplace to do experiential learning for a period of 18 months. Work hard and make our Top Ten Student List college-wide and possibly join a fully sponsored study excursion to our partner college in Holland!
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Ford’s Expansion Unleashes N This is the press release from Ford. All opinions and facts are for the issuer’s account and do not necessarily reflect us Port Elizabeth, South Africa, 14 June 2019 Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa (FMCSA) has emerged from a comprehensive investment and production expansion programme ready to meet the demands of a growing export-driven business in South Africa. An investment of R3-billion announced in 2017 opened up new potential for Ford’s Silverton Vehicle Assembly Plant in Pretoria and the Struandale Engine Plant in Port Elizabeth. The Silverton plant now has installed capacity to produce up to 168 000 Rangers and Everests per year - an increase of 44 000 vehicles prior to the expansion, and a substantial 58 000 more than the original Ranger production capacity when this programme commenced in 2011.
New Potential for South Africa Between 2009 and 2018, Ford invested over R11-billion in its local operations, proving its commitment to the local market as a global production hub for the highly successful Ranger line-up which is sold locally and exported to 148 markets around the world. The Everest is supplied to markets in Sub-Saharan Africa and domestically as the popularity of this segment grows rapidly the world over. “Export-oriented business is absolutely crucial for the longterm sustainability of the automotive industry in South Africa, and we are delighted and encouraged by our ongoing expansion in the global Ford supply chain for the Ranger programme. It reaffirms our ability to compete with the best plants in the world in terms of production quality and efficiency,� says Neale Hill, MD of Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa.
Ford’s Expansion Unleashes N Committed to South Africa While the production expansion is a great success story for Ford Motor Company of Southern Africa, it is also directly linked to the significant role the company plays in both direct and indirect employment opportunities locally. Currently Ford employs approximately 4 300 people in South Africa within its local operations. Additionally, it supports around 50 000 jobs within the value chain amongst its suppliers. Ford continues to invest in its employees and in the broader community with an extensive range of development and empowerment initiatives. The company has a wide range of community projects aimed at uplifting the communities in which it operates - with the most notable example being the Ford Resource and Engagement Centre (FREC) near its Pretoria plant, which is supported by the Ford Motor Company Fund, the philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company. The FREC facility provides education and training programmes for members of the local community to upskill and equip them for permanent job opportunities, or as entrepreneurs. The project was bolstered last year with the launch of the Booth Schoch Future Success
New Potential for South Africa Fund, established by former company executives Lewis Booth and Dave Schoch. This fund provides grants to local community members who participate in FREC training programmes to help them take the next step in their employment journey. Starting in 2018, a $10 000 grant is awarded annually for a period of 10 years. Ford South Africa also has a proud legacy supporting the conservation of wildlife and ecosystems across the region over the past three decades, having invested around R40-million to assist more than 170 conservation projects. The Ford Wildlife Foundation (FWF) was established by FMCSA and its dealer network in 2014 to bolster environmental education, research and conservation projects, and Ford provides Rangers to partner organisations to enable the projects to go further and make a real impact in the areas and communities in which they operate.
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ood wastage is increasing globally with 40% of losses occurring at post-harvest and processing levels in developing countries.
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s more than 40% of losses happen at retail and consumer levels, a group of three young people realised that something had to be done; hence they founded Agrifreighter, an online agricultural and commodity logistics marketplace to face the challenge.
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ounded in November 2018, Agrifreighter outsources trucks for transporting agricultural products and commodities. Moreover, Agrifreighter is a link between their customers (farmers, mines and energy companies) and the end consumer (i.e. where the product is supposed to be delivered).
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heir platform allows a distinct link allowing for ‘trust’ to occur between truck drivers and the people who will receive the agricultural products and commodities.
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lthough Agrifreighter does not own any of the trucks, they ensure that the transportation of agricultural produce are transported in such a way that reduces spoilage which will translate to an increase in profit for farmers, according to CEO and Founder, Khangwelo Magada
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ew way in logistics temperature-controlled supply chain, comprising preparation, packaging, storage, distribution, retail holding, display, purchase and home storage until use. This applies to chilled or frozen food from raw material to final consumption.
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old chain storage actually accelerates food spoilage, especially in greens. Greens respond better to high humidity rather than low temperatures. We want to replicate the same system [cold chain], but one that is much more fair to the farmer, and also provides information as well as input while procuring material from them in a fair and transparent manner.� Says Magada
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lthough Agrifreighter was recently founded, their company aims to stay small for two years. This is done to perfect their service and to ensure that it is efficient. Agrifreighter already has a website that is up and running where their customers can access their service with just three steps.
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irstly, you choose a location then you choose the truck or trailer and lastly the product to be transported. The system will then generate a quote.
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Isuzu Truck World leads the Here is another great article on what is achieved in the world of trucking. It is a press release we have been given and the opinions etc are all for the issuer’s account. Let it be said: It is not doom and gloom all of it. There are jobs out there, but it takes tenacity and courage to find them.
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ith the youth unemployment rate reaching dismal heights in 2019, Isuzu is partnering with tertiary institutions to help get students ready for the workplace.
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suzu dealerships are taking the lead in providing workbased internships, and one such an example is Isuzu Truck World in Kempton Park, Johannesburg.
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or the first time this year Isuzu Truck World - a proud retailer of bakkies, trucks and SUVs - hosted students studying towards a Diploma in Marketing and Business Management at the Department of Marketing and Sports Management, Vaal University of Technology.
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he purpose of the internship, for the third-year students from the Daveyton Campus, was to expose the students to real life business activities to apply their theoretical knowledge and experience working environment and its challenges and how we overcome them.
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ight students participated in a two-month internship, which started in April, and they reported to the dealership twice a week to assist with customer retention, sourcing new customers and proactively building onto Isuzu Truck World’s customer base. suzu Truck World Customer Relations Officer Kgomotso Ramakgwakgwa said thus far the students have come up with good ideas that could benefit the dealership.
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“Amongst other things the students also did follow-ups with our customers based on historical data to discuss their aftersales and service options with them,” said Ramakgwakgwa.
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ntern Ronny Palane said he found the internship very rewarding because he gained exposure to the practical business environment. “Among the things I Lindiwe Nhlapo, Sthabiso Msomi and Siphiwe Phahlane gain critical work learnt have been how experience at Isuzu Truck World to handle customers and how to communicate as a team to work towards the same common goal. I also learnt that location is one of the key components of increasing sales,” said Palane.
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suzu Truck World boasts a large and exceptionally efficient workshop with drive-through capabilities to service the needs of their bakkie, truck and mu-X customers within speedy turnaround times.
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rom ensuring a fully stocked parts department to providing product expertise within a comfortable environment, every facet of the business is focused on ensuring superior customer service.
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Snow Queen 3: Fire and Ice | 27 July Snow Queen is back for more adventure and trouble. Kai and Gerda’s family possess a special talent for getting in trouble. When they become adults, Kai and Gerda decide to go in search of Gerda’s parents, although they will have to tackle a lot of problems along the way. Only after reaching their destination they learn that the stone is composed of two magic parts: Fire and Ice. By releasing these forces, they can become the perpetrators of a global catastrophe.
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Adrift | 27 July A new true sailing survival story. As the two avid sailors set out on a journey across the ocean, Tami Oldham and Richard Sharp couldn’t anticipate they would be sailing directly into one of the most catastrophic hurricanes in recorded history. In the aftermath of the storm, Tami awakens to find Richard badly injured and their boat in ruins. With no hope for rescue, Tami must find the strength and determination to save herself and the man she loves.
New career paths carved out for youth in the truck business Here is more from Isuzu. This time it is about drivers and what type of people truck drivers can be. Again: There are jobs out there. Just look out and go for it
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ITH over 50% of the youth in South Africa currently facing unemployment, Isuzu is turning the tide by setting an industry benchmark in the automotive industry.
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suzu Motors South Africa is the first OEM to invest in the development of professional commercial drivers - with a particular focus on unlocking this career path for South African youth and women.
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he stereotypical image of a truckdriver being a burly man is changing with women, mothers and young men moving in behind the steering wheel of commercial vehicles across the highways and byways of South Africa.
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“The Isuzu truck range is perfect for women drivers. Of the 2016 intake of five women who graduated, two stayed in the industry. Safety is still a concern for women drivers - particularly long-haul driving but we are slowly preparing the industry for skilled women truck drivers,� said Scott.
“The learners come from Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal and have been vetted thoroughly to ensure that they have an interest in the industry.
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part from the 3-month theoretical component, they also completed an 8-month workplace practical component. They understand the product and have dealt with the very latest technology in South Africa - making them highly employable. The fact that the learnership is backed by the OEM, is key,� said Scott.
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he youngest graduate, Samkelo Hadebe (22), described the learnership as a life-changing experience: “Unemployed and searching for an opportunity, I became aware of the learnership from a friend. Before the learnership began, I had no idea how demanding it was to drive commercial vehicles.
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have travelled throughout our beautiful country delivering your new trucks, which has been a dream come true. When we started the learnership, four women entered the programme, I was sure they would not succeed, but they did, and I am proud to work alongside them,� said Hadebe.
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he learnership is NQF Level 3 accredited, and the curriculum cover such diverse content such as driving and operating a vehicle, health and safety training. The curriculum is moderated internally and externally; and benchmarked internationally.
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There are five key components in the Decision Review System (DRS):
Slow-mo cameras: positioned at fixed points and capturing the bowler’s lin front and sides. This may sound simple, but those are hi-speed cameras and batsman at 140 km per hour and you see that this is not simple technology.
Snicko (or ultra-edge): Directional microphones detecting the ‘hit’ on eithe the slow-mo picture and have the exact same timing.
Bails and stumps light up when bails come off: Simple stuff, but it has had bails may just jump out of the grooves by millimeters and fall back in again. this tech the umpire would not know. It is not really possible to detect with t
Ball-tracking: Again hi-speed cameras predicting where the ball would have
Hot-spot: Infra-red camera detecting the difference in temperature when th will be there.
Loads of more tech will be coming shortly … and all of this is managed by th
ket Tech – Hi-Tech
d Cup – in the world of Cricket. Umpire decisions are (of course) getting e. The difference between ‘out’ and 6 runs can mean a game lost or won.
he game and this is hi-tech stuff. It gets improved all the time and more
ne-up (not over-stepping) and capturing the batsman’s pads and bat – d their focus need to be sharp. Combine this with the ball coming at the
er pad or bat. Simple? Not really as the sound must be combined with
d un-intended consequences. If the ball just touches the stumps, the What now? Were the bails off? Even as they fell back in again? Before the human eye (speed!). New rules are grafted based on the new tech.
e gone. This is complex software based on camera input.
he ball hits the bat. It leaves a ‘hot-spot’. Not totally reliable yet, but it
he TV umpire (third umpire).
After Ms. May Brexit has many different consequences. One of them is that Ms May is now not greatly popular or appreciated. The question is: Who is not in her fan-club? The front-runner to answer that questions is Mr. Boris Johnson. Where does he come into the picture? And who is he? We look at recent history (the rest you can look up). Boris was one of the fiercest campaigners for Brexit. Whether he always had his facts right is a good question, but with his background as former Mayor of London and very charismatic style, he rapidly became the ‘voice for leaving’. Was it a ploy? And what would he achieve? He did become minister of foreign affairs in May’s cabinet. ...and probably May’s most ardent opponent – without really being seen as such, sort of. Boris resigned as minister as he claimed that May’s ‘deal’ was no good. Strategic move (in my opinion). Now the flood gates for criticizing May could be opened, which they duly did.
Finally, May promised to resign if her deal would not be accepted. Which (surprise, surprise) it didn’t. May resigns, but will only leave office when a successor has been found. Guess who put his hand up for the job? However, as much as it was a shoe-in last week, more scandals surrounding Boris is emerging. Latest is a row with his partner in her flat, all duly recorded by the neighbor and handed to the papers. The other contestant for the job (Mr. Hunt) is now telling all and sundry that Boris is evasive about all this and the nation has a right to know what type of person will be in No. 10. Check? Checkmate? Never underestimate Boris! What are others saying (Wiki): “Supporters have praised him as an entertaining, humorous, and popular figure with appeal beyond traditional Conservative voters. Conversely, he has been criticised by figures on both the left and right, who have accused him of elitism, cronyism, dishonesty, laziness, and using racist and homophobic language.” One little snag: If May’s ‘deal’ could not be accepted and EU is not interested in negotiating further, then what can Boris do? EU has told UK that they need to find out what else they want to do and no answer to that has been forthcoming. Has Boris got the answer, besides slogans?
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Next Issue August is women’s month. Be prepared to see some interesting jobs which we not typically associate with women. And that is to our detriment. August is also starting to be the last haul for all. Grade 10 is an interesting time as the sort-of-inthe-middle year is knocking on the door. Grade 11 is a difficult time, but it is still there. And then over to the fun things! Conspiracies and tech and a lot of international stuff. Reality can beat imagination any time! It is crazy out there sometimes. ... and let us see what else we can serve up for August.
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