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the relegated University of Pretoria are involved in an early three dograce against the two coastal sides, AmaZulu and Umthatha Bucks. The three sides have played three league matches, winning two and drew one each. We salute the SA’s Paralympic Team for their achievement at the recent 2016 Rio Palalympic Games.
BENNY’s Sports Academy of Tshiozi, a village outside of Louis Trichardt in rural Limpopo, will be travelling to Paris next month to play in the world finals of the Danone Nations Cup against the champion under-12 teams of 31 other nations. And leading them will be 24 yearold Mbishi Mokwena, the coach who took them to the Limpopo and South African titles in the competition, and the tactician behind their success. Mokwena has an astute footballing brain on his young shoulders, and he is continually scheming ways to get around the problem that has faced all the South African teams at
the Danone Nations Cup world finals: their diminutive stature. “I have been studying the videos of past world finals tournaments and, frankly, I don’t see much between the soccer played by the other countries and ourselves,” he said. “The only obvious difference is our lack of size. “I did see, however, that the Brazilians made the third/fourth playoffs in 2014 and finished in 14th position in 2015, with boys as small as ours, so there is no reason why we can’t do well in France.” Mokwena’s approach is to work on the mental preparation of the boys, building their confidence. “They must believe in themselves,” he said “They have the talent and it doesn’t matter what facilities the various different countries have, it is talent and tactics that win games. “We will be going to France as a unit and we need to stay as a unit. We must not assume anyone is better than us. It has been proven many a time that just because a team has better equipment and playing surfaces, it does not mean they will automatically win.”
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MILLÉ confirms coach Marosane as the France trip winner Millé, a leader in technical sportswear, will be taking Elias Marosane from BM Mokitime Primary School in North West province to France in October to attend the Danone Nations Cup world finals. Marosane coached the under-12 school team that narrowly lost to Benny’s in a penalty shootout in the national finals of the competition in Reiger Park in June and was chosen by a panel of judges to accompany the team to France as an observer. The panel of judges that made the winning decision was led by scouts from Sundowns, who attended most of the provincial finals and were present at the national finals. In contention were the coaches of the other eight provincial champions (Benny’s are already going as champions). Marosane was chosen based on his ability to mobilize his team on and off the field of play, his calm exterior which is important to kids this age as they must be able to handle pressure, especially when games don’t go their way, his use of the field and positioning of players, team structure, discipline and his motivational skills which were all impressive. The trip has come about courtesy of Millé, a partner in the Danone Nations Cup competition. Millé has been kitting out the Danone Nations Cup teams for the provincial finals to the national finals for the past three years, and they decided to take their sup-
port a step further this year and reward a coach that managed to get his team to the national finals for hard work, dedication and commitment to developing South Africa’s young footballers. The World Finals will take place in Paris, France from October 1416. The package includes travel, accommodation, meals, accreditation to all three days of games and a couple of excursions to experience some of the local culture. The coach will be able watch the 32 competing countries and see how other international coaches manage their teams. He will see how they cope with the match build up and how they manage games, especially how they manage their teams after winning or losing.
He will also watch player performances and evaluate different approaches to the game, and how other countries conduct team selection. He will learn about the general organisation of international events and bring that knowledge home with him. On hearing of the win Marosane said: “This is such an honour and I cannot thank Millé enough for giving me this opportunity. Of all the fantastic coaches at the national final I was the one chosen, I can’t believe it. I have been coaching BM Mokitime for the past three years and all the hard work has paid off. Not only will this benefit the school, but I also have my own youth soccer team, Liverpool.
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Creche and Disabled organisation bene ORGANISERS of the inaugural Annual Charity Golf Day hosted by Seswai Marketing and Branding at the Legend Golf Safari and Resort in the Waterberg area, Limpopo was a huge success, WRITES NAKAMPE LEKWADU. CEO of Seswai Marketing and Branding, Watson Seswai was over the moon after the long-day event which was also graced by among Freddy Griever (former Polokwane Mayor, SABC Soapie’s Muvhango actor Dingaan Mokebe. “We are very grateful about the attendance today, and l will be failing in my duties not thank all of you who contributed to this event” said Seswai. Seswai said the purpose of this event was solely aimed at fundraising for the completion of the Tubatsane crèche in Mohlaletse Sekhukhune District, donating to the Pontsho Disability Centre and extending the reach of the newly established Seswai Charities Bursary organization for TVET Colleges and scarce skills development. After years of organizing reputable Golf events for various organizations including the Annual Premier’s Heritage Golf Challenge, it is the first time Seswai exclusively hosts a Golf day that is dedicated to its core beneficiaries.
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Bloemfontein to host Copa Coca Cola finals YOUNG footballers from across the country are gearing up for the COPA Coca-Cola® National Finals taking place from the 23–25 September 2016 in Bloemfontein. The tournament, which will be held at Tempe Stadium, will be the ultimate showcase of young footballing talent. A total of 9 teams from around the country have won the right to represent their province and play it out to be crowned the official 2016 COPA Coca-Cola® Champions. In addition to the battle to be named national champions, 2016 tournament Ambassador Simba Marumo, along with his team of scouts, were tasked with putting together a COPA Coca-Cola® all-star side dubbed the ‘Which Part Will You Play’ team. Simba set out to identify talented players embodying the unique roles needed to form a successful team and to represent the values COPA Coca-Cola® aims to instill in its young participants. Players were selected at each of the 9 provincial finals and will come together in Bloemfontein, where Simba will take on the role as their coach, and challenge a Bloemfontein Celtic academy side in what is sure to be a match of epic proportions. Fetsi Mbele, Coca-Cola South Africa Senior Communications Manager, Brand experience, says that the tournament has the power to do even more that just developing young footballers. “Coca-Cola has been involved in grassroots football development in our coun-
try for more than 18 years,” says Mbele. “COPA Coca-Cola® not only aims to assist the development of football in our country but it also has the power to instil the values of teamwork, sportsmanship and persistence in its young participants,” he says. “It’s not just your ball skills and fancy footwork that count; it’s the hard work, dedication and commitment that will lead you to victory, both on and off the field.” COPA Coca-Cola® is first and foremost about the development of young footballers and has a rich history of developing footballing heroes in South Africa. The tournament has already seen multiple top local stars such as Andile Jali, Happy Jele, Mandla Masango and Excellent Walaza come through its ranks in the past. COPA Coca-Cola® is the world’s largest grassroots football development programme. With this in mind and over and above bat-
tling for the national title, all players participating will have the opportunity to catch the eye of the COPA Coca-Cola® scouts in attendance. Those who shine will stand the chance of being selected to travel to the 2017 COPA Coca-Cola® Global Camp. There they will rub shoulders with their peers from around the globe in a once-in-a-lifetime chance to train and play under some of the best youth coaches in the world. 2016 campaign Ambassador Simba Marumo believes that COPA Coca-Cola is a shining light in the youth football development landscape. “I truly wish all the schools well on their quest to be named COPA Coca-Cola® national champions. I have seen first-hand how gifted all the participating teams are. It also gives me great joy to take charge of the Which Part Will You Play all-stars. I believe the team is solid and will not only play with flair but also sportsmanship,” said Marumo.
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Pirates and Wits in an early lead
IT might be still early in the season, but BidVest Wits and Orlando Pirates are seemed to be making their intensions of winning the league title come the end of the 2016/17 Absa Premiership season, WRITES SEKABA MAAKE. The two sides are still to lose a match this season after winning two of their first three matches while their other match ended in draws apiece. Both the clubs are on 7 points with the Sea Robbers on top of the summit due to a better goal difference (five goals) as opposed to the Clever Boys’ four goals. Wits who won their first match 2-1 over Kaizer Chiefs before they were held to a 1-1 draw by Polokwane City continued with their winning ways when they beat rookies, Baroka FC 2-0 away in Polokwane mid-week. Pirates however were forced to settle for a goal-less draw at home against the visiting Ajax Cape Town after having won their first two match-
es, a 3-1 at home to Golden Arrows and a 2-1 away to Ajax Cape Town. It remain to be seen as to whether the league’s defending champions, Mamelodi Sundowns will regroup and take off from where they left last season to challenge the title this season. The Brazilians had played only one match by the time of going to the press, away to Golden Arrows in a very dull match that ended in a goalless draw. Meanwhile the fixtures for the rest of September month are: Friday, September 23, 2016 20:00 Cape Town City v Ajax Cape Town Cape Town Stadium Saturday, September 24, 2016 15:00 Platinum Stars v Baroka FC Royal Bafokeng Stadium SABC 1 15:00 Polokwane City v Highlands Park Old Peter Mokaba Stadium
18:00 Kaizer Chiefs v Maritzburg Utd F N B S t a d i u m 20:15 SuperSport United v Free State Stars King Zwelithini Stadium SABC 1 20:15 Bidvest Wits v O r lando Pirates Bidvest Stadium Sunday, September 25, 2016 15:00 Bloem Celtic v Golden Arrows Dr. Molemela Stadium SABC 1 Tuesday, September 27, 2016 19:30 Orlando Pirates v Platinum Stars Orlando Stadium 19:30 Maritzburg Utd v Polokwane City Harry Gwala Stadium SABC 1 19:30 Highlands Park v Cape Town City Makhulong Stadium SS9 Wednesday, September 28, 2016 19:30 Mamelodi Sundowns v Bloem Celtic Lucas Moripe Stadium SS9 19:30 Ajax Cape Town v Bidvest Wits Cape Town Stadium SABC 1 19:30 Golden Arrows v SuperSport United Prince Magogo Stadium 19:30 Free State Stars v Kaizer Chiefs James Motlatsi Stadium 19:30 Baroka FC v Chippa United New Peter Mokaba Stadium
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MABEDI TO CAPE TOWN ALL STARS’ RESCUE
THE National First Division side, Cape Town All Stars have confirmed their new head coach – former Kaizer Chiefs and Malawi international defender Patrick Mabedi. Also arriving at the club is a new goalkeeper coach, Greg Etafia, who worked alongside Mabedi as part of the Moroka Swallows technical bench. Mabedi most recently worked as an assistant to Muhsin Ertugral at MP Black Aces. The pair will join the team on Wednesday this week, ahead of Friday’s NFD clash with Santos at Parow Park. “The club considered several options for the vacant head coach position, but decided Patrick Mabedi was the best fit for Cape Town All Stars,” said Igugu Lekapa General Manager Faeez Dulvie. “Patrick is an ambitious young coach who is highly qualified,
having done his Uefa A and B Licenses in Germany. We expect him to bring renewed energy and enthusiasm to the team as we look to turn around a poor start to the campaign. “Greg Etafia has a huge amount of experience as a goalkeeper in the PSL and like Patrick, is a young coach keen to make an impact on the game. We are confident they will make a positive impact on the team and welcome them to the club.” Dylan Deane will continue as the assistant coach. The club also thanks departing goalkeeper coach Johann Abselom for his services and wishes him all the best in his career. The rest of NFD’s fixtures this September are: Friday, September 23, 2016 15:00 Stellenbosch FC v Royal Eagles Coetzenberg Stadium 15:30 Cape Town All Stars v
Santos Parow Park Saturday, September 24, 2016 14:00 FC Cape Town v Real Kings FC NNK Rugby Stadium 15:00 Black Leopards v Milano United AFC T h o h o y a n dou Stadium 15:00 AmaZulu v University of Pretoria Prince Magogo Stadium 15:00 Witbank Spurs v Magesi FC Puma Rugby Stadium 15:00 Mbombela United v Thanda Royal Zulu FC Kanyamazane Stadium Sunday, September 25, 2016 15:00 Jomo Cosmos v Mthatha Bucks Olen Park Stadium Wednesday, September 28, 2016 15:00 Thanda Royal Zulu FC v Witbank Spurs U m hlathuze Sports Complex.
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Mogale City to host the SILVERSTAR Casino in the Mogale City has been announced as the venue to host this year’s Gauteng Sports Awards. MEC for Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Ms Faith Mazibuko confirmed that in an event held recently, saying that this year saw a substantial increase in the nominations received. This is confirmation that the Gauteng Sport Awards have over the years earned themselves the reputation of being one of the greatest sporting events hosted in the Province. The event will be held on October 2 and guests from the sporting fraternity, business and entertainment industry will come together to celebrate the outstanding achievements and excellence that Gauteng athletes, sport officials, sport fans and the media have demonstrated. The finalists were shortlisted by a panel of independent adjudicators, represented by individuals from the media, academic and sporting
fraternity. Futshane Consulting Pty (Ltd) has been appointed as the auditors to monitor this process. The finalists are:
Cricket Gauteng Wheelchair Basketball Boys U23 Wheelchair Basketball
Sportswoman with a disability Zandile Nhlapo Javelin & Shotput Maria Combrink Athletics: Discuss/Shotput Sandra Khumalo Rowing ASW1X Kgothatso Montjane Wheelchair Tennis Singles & Doubles
Administrator of the year Vicky Magu Chess Karen Losch Wheelchair Tennis Greg Fredericks Cricket Siyabulela Loyilane Football
Sportsman with a disability Lucas Sithole Wheelchair Tennis Singles & Doubles Shaun Anderson Target Archery Ntando Innocent Mahlangu Athletics: 100m, 200m, 400m, 800m
Coach of the year Kelsey White Water Polo Geoffrey Toyana Cricket Johan Ackermann Rugby
Sportsteam with a disability Kwa Thema Disability Sports Club CP Soccer (Athletics) Central Gauteng Blind Cricket Team
Most Promising team Ga- Rankuwa Queens Football Club l Women’s Football Pretoria Technical High School 1st Team Rugby Rugby Gauteng Wheelchair Basketball Women’s Team Wheelchair Basketball
Sports team of the year FNB Wits Rugby Club 1st Team Xerox Golden Lions Currie Cup Team 2015 Women’s Lightweight Double Scull Kirsten McCann and Ursula Grobler Sportsman of the year Keagan Larenzo Dolly Football Lesego Stephen Mokoka Athletics Kagiso Rabada Cricket Sportswoman of the
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FOCUS POPULARITY SHOOTS Gauteng Sports Awards UP TO 14 MODELS! Sports journalists of the year Charles Baloyi Daily Sun/Sunday Sun Mbali Mokoko Kaya FM Tumi Kgasoe YFM Technical year Charmaine Glynis Ho Archery year Sune Luus Women’s Cricket Alyssa Conley Athletics (100m and 200m) Patience Ntshingila Athletics (Triple Jump) Most promising player/athlete Emma Hardham Water Polo Gareth Bremmer Ice Hockey – Various Events Siphamandle Hadebe Volleyball Nokwande Hlongwane Wheelchair Tennis
School sport athlete of the year Mpho Tladi Jeppe Boys High School Nokwande Hlongwane
Community sport and recreation programme of the year Johannesburg Spikers Volleyball Academy Volleyball (Sammy Kekana) Dangerous Darkies Hockey Club Hockey Faith and Hope Foundation Ladies Football Lifetime Achievement Award
Mpho Makhoba Tennis Michelle Joubert Hockey Community media of the year Tshepo Thafeng TV Station Alex News Online News Feed Moipone Mzolo Radio Station
Wheelchair Tennis SA/ Adelaide Tambo School Andesa Ophondo Nonkonyane Kensington Secondary School
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Kaya FM 04 Soweto TV Sylvester Coach Zungu Sport personality of the year 09 Janine van Wyk Women’s Football 01 Andrea Dalle Ave Athletics 06 Kagiso Rabada Cricket Keegan Dolly Football To vote sms the athlete’s code to 33525, sms charged at 1.50 free SMS do not apply. There is no limit to the number of sms’s sent per cellphone number. The competition runs from 31st August to 2nd October 2016 12h00, T&C’s apply
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Preserving the Diversity of Our Identity and Heritage SOUTH Africa is a diverse nation and its character is shaped through its strong cultural identity. The strong influence from European and modern culture sweeping across South Africa has seen the formation of organisations such as Indoni striving to preserve the heritage, traditions, culture and unique identity of the country and its people through education. “As we approach heritage day this September, it is also important to reflect on how we preserve this heritage and pass it onto the next generation undiluted. Through stimulating the African legacy, Indoni aims to rekindle individualistic sense of belonging and identity,” says CEO of Indoni, Dr Nomcebo Mthembu. From the manner we communicate through language, music, clothes, religion, architecture etc., to the method we handle ourselves, western culture has proved to have imposed great influence in every sphere of human life. Western culture,
particularly European culture continues with its overwhelming influence to recolonise Africa, with excessive acceptance and adoption in South Africa and the African Continent at large. Asked to comment about this topic with a special reference to African young girls, Dr Mthembu, responded:“Is this FREEDOM, is this DEMOCRACY, or just a mockery? Are young black girls, denied of their identity meant to feel free? Can their natural beauty not be their own democracy? Is this not how the colonizers ruled us, stripping us of our identity and culture?
Are we Free, or just seen as Dom?" “Over the years South Africa has come to the realisation that it is important to nurture and preserve our cultures, identity and traditions before we forget and lose our roots by conforming to modern/western culture. Heritage day has been celebrated through sharing of traditional music, dance and food. Elders teach the young, by exchanging knowledge and telling of stories. It is important that we encourage South Africans to engage in activities that will allow them to explore African
experiences and learn about our diversity and pass the teachings onto the next generation.” Our country is known and appreciated throughout the world for being a multicultural rainbow nation and for embracing diversity and for its rich history and heritage. It is important that we remain true to our heritage by inspiring young people and the society in a manner that positively inspires the promotion and restoration of our true roots and beautiful cultures. While modern and European culture influence and change Africa’s behaviour and customs, Indoni aims to preserve these cultures by inspiring people in a manner that is positively uplifting, while keeping true to the roots of the diverse cultures in South Africa. Indoni proves that new and emerging cultures can exist without tainting the ancient traditions, cultures and identities that define the vastly diverse but equally unified South African people.
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ATHLETICS fever is at an all-time high in the country following the recent Rio Olympics. South Africans are still celebrating the achievements of Team South Africa in Rio last month, with Caster Semenya and Wayde van Niekerk elevated to superhero status after their gold medal victories. Many couch potatoes who spent 16 days getting up in the wee small hours of the morn-
ing to watch their heroes performing on the other side of the Atlantic suffered withdrawal symptoms when the Games were over – and many of them decided to shake off their postOlympics blues by getting off their couches to do something sporty. Road running is one of the most popular forms of exercise. It requires little more than a pair of shoes and the determina-
tion to hit the road – and the SPAR Women’s Challenge at the Wanderers Club in Illovo on Sunday October 9 gives thousands of women something to train for. The Johannesburg SPAR 10km Challenge and 5km Fun Run have become an important fixture on the road running calendar, with thousands of women and girls from all walks of life taking part. The Sonja Laxtondesigned route winds its
way through some of Johannesburg’s most beautiful leafy suburbs and the race takes place at a time when the weather is usually at its best. The Johannesburg Challenge is the final race in the five-race SPAR Grand Prix, so the country’s top female runners will be taking part in an effort to gain as many Grand Prix points as possible. Four Olympians, Lebogang Phalula, Chris-
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YMPIC AND PARALYMPIC QUALIFICATION SHORT named patrons of SPAR Women’s TIC CHAMPIONSHIPS tine Kalmer, Ruthendo Nyahora and Irvette Van Zyl the current SPAR Grand Prix points leader have confirmed their intended participation in the Challenge. Nyahora successfully defended her SPAR Women’s Pretoria Challenge victory at SuperSport Park on Saturday. SPAR also announced that three times SPAR Grand Prix champion, Rene Kalmer as well as popular actress, Mel Du Bois of 7de Laan fame would be patrons of the 2016 Joburg leg of the SPAR Women’s Challenge. “Our race is not only about top athletes and social runners and walkers but also about fun and entertainment so it’s with pleasure we have Rene and Mel as our faces of the Joburg Challenge this year” said Martin Webber, SPAR South Rands Marketing Director. “Rene and Mel have been great supporters of our race over the years and will interact through social media with all entrants leading up to the race and be at the race in October which will certainly add the excitement on the day.”
Webber added that the 2016 Challenge promises to be more exciting than ever because of the rising number of entries and the celebrations of the SPAR Grand Prix’s tenth anniversary. “This year, we challenge women to not only come and enjoy race day, but as part of the SPAR Women’s Challenge family, to embrace what we are all about. The 2016 race is all about showing you care. So embrace the chance to be part of the race and support a larger cause.” With October being Breast Cancer Awareness month, it is only fitting that the designated charity associated with the race is Reach for Recovery, a voluntary support group for women with breast cancer. The partnership goes back a number of years, and the women from Reach for Recovery
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have become an important part of the race, wearing their distinctive pink t-shirts and spreading the word that cancer is not necessarily a death sentence. As in previous year, SPAR are encouraging schools to participate in the race and have partnered with Mercer to award the top three schools with the largest entries and race finishers with IT prizes. For the first time this year, the organisers are also calling on the people of Johannesburg to help those who cannot afford the shoes needed to start running. During the 2015 SPAR Challenge, staff from Caxton noticed that many children from disadvantaged schools ran the race barefoot. As a result, Caxton is running the Drop off a Pair and Show You Care drive to put shoes on bare feet.
Participants in the Challenge can drop off an old pair of shoes when they collect their race numbers. The style and size don’t matter, but what is important is that the shoes should be in good condition. Those who donate shoes stand a chance of winning one of five R1000 SPAR vouchers, one of five sets of New Balance running shoes, or one of five hair vouchers from Tanaz in Sandton. Entry forms are available from all SPAR stores or online at spar.co.za. Meanwhile Sports Focus and Spar South Rand are giving away Spar Shopping Vouchers worth R3 000 to four lucky readers. To stand a chance of winning, answer the simply question below: Name one patrons of SPAR Women’s Joburg Challenge who recently announced. Send your answer, name and contact details at sportsfocus@lenakacom.c o.za The competition closes on Monday, September 19 and winners will be informed telephonically on Tuesday, September 20.
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PREPARE TO BE BLOWN AWAY BY JMC LANDWIND
THE popularity of SUV vehicles in South Africa remains on the upward climb and if consumers are confused which SUV to buy given all the models to choose from, perhaps the new JMC Lanwind 5 will help ease the blues. To say the Landwind 5 is impressive is most probably an understatement; the shiny, well-built car offers so much value for money. It comes with most comfort and safety features a consumer wants from a car, more so in this category perceived to be luxurious. These standard features, all in good standing, include air-con, power steering, central locking, a radio with MP3 and aux port, plus single disc CD, electric windows and side mirrors, rain wipers with intermittent setting and roof rack rails. Safety features include dual air-
bags, ABS with EBD, park distance control, high-mounted LED brake light and child-safety rear door locks. Normally all this will cost a fortune, but for just R289 880 if you really want an SUV that works and no further frills, the Landwind is the car for you. Tried and tested reliability is what sits under the bonnet: a Mitsubishi 4G63S4T inline, four-cylinder engine. This engine powered the Mitsubishi Evolution model when it came out but for the Landwind 5, it has additional oomph in the form a Borg Warner turbocharger for figures of140kW/250Nm. Credibility is clearly what drove JMC technicians when building this SUV as further technical assistance was sought elsewhere to help develop the Landmine 5. These include Prodrive, a British motorsport and engineer-
ing group,which helped with the suspension, while Delphi, also a British automative company, did the electronics. German-based Getrag was roped to handle the gearbox department. The Landmine 5 is also not build for speed but if the user needs that, take off from 0-100km/h time in 11 seconds clearly makes this SUV no slouch. The fuel consumption is also decent at this level, at 8.5 litres/100km. Overall assessment is that the Landwind, also nicknamed the Landwind 5, will simply blow you away in all fronts – given its price for the technology involved. Pricing: Landwind 5 MT 4X2 LUX R289 880 The price include a threeyear/100 000km warranty and a two-year/60 000km service plan
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TUCSON RETURNS SMARTER AND SMOOTHER Hyundai continues its hard earned reputation of offering sheer driving pleasure for competitive prices through the reintroduction of the Tucson SUV in the South African market. The Tucson had a four-year spell in SA, selling close to 23000 units between 2005 and 2009 when it was replaced by the ix35. Seventeen years on the ix35 has reverted to the original Tucson, but with much more to offer in terms of comfort and safety features. So far only two petrol engines are offered, one of them turbocharged. The 1.6-litre turbo petrol engine (130kW/265Nm) is introduced for the first time for the SA market, pleasant news for drivers seeking a speedy SUV. It comes with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission. A six-speed manual standard is also available. The other engine option is a 2.0-litre, aspirated with 115kW/196Nm. It is only offered in “Premium” spec. This derivative comes in six-speed manual form or a sixspeed automatic. Top of the range Tucson 1.6 TGDi Elite is built with a four-wheel drive system, useful for untarred roads. During normal driving, TDGI’s front wheels receive 100% of torque with up to 50% sent to
the rear wheels automatically, depending on conditions. However the driver can select a “Lock Mode” splits torque of 50/50 for improved stability at speeds up to 40km/h. The other 1.6-litre engine, the Executive model, has front-wheel drive configuration option, while the 2.0-litre Premium derivatives are available with front-wheel drive only. Features Tucson features in all models are mostly modern and aimed at offering pleasure with each drive no matter the distance or conditions. Such include LED daytime running lights and high-performance headlamps, Bluetooth, USB, AUX and iPod connectivity, and six air bags . However, there are special additions to the Elite models, such
as a panoramic sunroof, opening 30% wider than before. The Elite models can also be fitted with a larger display screen for optional additional payment of R15 000. Pricing Hyundai Tucson 2.0 Nu Premium (manual) R359 900 Hyundai Tucson 2.0 Nu Premium (automatic) R379 900 Hyundai Tucson 2.0 Nu Elite (automatic) R439 900 Hyundai Tucson 1.6 TGDi Executive (manual) R419 900 Hyundai Tucson 1.6 TGDi Elite DCT AWD R499 900 Hyundai has upped their five-year or 150 000km manufacturer’s warranty, to now offer a 7-year or 200 000km drivetrain warrant is standard on the Tucson. All derivatives come with a fiveyear or 90 000km service plan.
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REWORKED PEUGEOT 208 IS A STUNNER
The latest Peugeot 208 is an excellent makeover that gives this compact hatchback a next-generation outlook with sportier feature and more elegant style. The new line-up consists of three derivatives, three engine choices and two transmissions. In all, the new 208 has been refined in many key areas; with more assertive styling, fresh exterior colour choices and even more innovative technology to make it stand out from the crowd. Already benefiting from an advanced and innovative design, the new 208 becomes sharper and more distinctive with a new front bumper and a wider fully integrated grille. This striking new look is supported by new twotone headlamps fitted as standard from Active trim level. Combined with restyled front fog lamps, this fresh face subtly transforms the 208. The range of colours and paint finishes available on the new Peugeot 208 has expanded,
with several brand new hues including the striking new metallic Orange Power. Driving experience Climb into the New 208’s Peugeot i-Cockpit, with its compact steering wheel, head-up instrument panel and large 7’’ touch screen, and discover your ticket to a driving experience that combines punchy thrills with maximum safety. Enhancements have been made to improve comfort and desirability of the new 208 interior. All of this adds up to a comfortable yet exhilarating driving experience that will make every day driving an absolute pleasure. The rear is dominated by red 3D LED “claw” tail lights. There are 12 body colours, including a new orange hue. In addition, Peugeot claims it has added an innovative textured paint to its existing solid, metallic and pearlescent paint finishes. Effiency and engine
Peugeot says all versions of the new 208 meet Euro 6 emissions standards. The 208 Active is fitted with a PureTech 3-cylinder engine available in a naturally aspirated 1.2l 60 kW version. The PureTech 3-cylinder is also available in a turbocharged 1.2l 81 kW version fitted on the GT Line with Stop&Start technology. The GT Line version is available with a 5-speed manual transmission, or the new 6-speed EAT6 automatic gearbox (Efficient Automatic Transmission 6-speed) which uses Quickshift technology allowing faster changes. Combined with the new automatic EAT6 gearbox, the 1.2 PureTech 81 kW EAT6 S&S turbo version emits C02 emissions of only 104 g/km, says Peugeot, making it the benchmark for petrol automatics in the segment. GT Line and more The two flagship GT Line models of the 208 boast unique features including a special grille with red detailing, a gloss black finish for the grille surround, fog light trim, new side-mirror housings and 17’’ Caesium alloys. Also unique to the GT Line exterior is the chromed-finished exhaust, red Peugeot lettering and privacy glass for the rear windows. Inside there are special GT Line sports seats, upholstered in black and red with contrasting stitching. Red detailing on the black seat belts and the multifunction steering wheel gets a full leather-trimmed rim.
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CARS MADE IN CHINA GETS WARM RECEPTION IN SOUTH AFRICA When cars made in China vehicles hit global markets their reception ranged f r o m cold to scorn, w i t h very appreciation seeping through in between. After a slow but determined entry into global vehicle markets, a move which was received with a lot of doubt and sometimes scorn, the world is now receptive to Chinese models. We recognise the fact that the change in attitude did not come easy, but Chinese automakers made it happen for themselves by making huge improvements in the design and engineering of their cars. Chinese cars are beautiful and reliable, and a good value for money. Our publication Sports Focus is planning to run a “Made-in-China” feature in our next edition to highlight the achievements of the Chinese automakers in the past decade. We have recognised the fact that GWM is one of the leading brands which fought a noble battle to change the attitudes, and we are
those who have heard about Chinese cars, that information is mainly rumours t h a t serve to damage the reputation of companies like yours. We at Sports Focus can help change that attitude through the special feature we are planning therefore wishing to include you in our feature through a reason- for the next edition. Our wish is able deal which we hope will be to make Chinese cars a regular feature in our motoring page; it on benefit for both parties. Our publication is hugely popular makes sense since our readeramong football lovers , and usu- ship is mainly the new buyers of ally this group is dominated by a cars, a market which is growing section of the South African soci- fast in South Africa as latest staety which is the fastest market for tistics show. vehicle sales. This group is mainly One source in particular is Standworkers class to middle classes. ard Bank’s motor finance division, Most members of this group are which has revealed that the growcommuters but many of them are ing black middle class is largely beginning to buy small to medium responsible for raising new car sized cars, which is why they are sales in the first three months of so important to the motor vehicle 2013 to 163 000 units. This points to a brighter future for new, afmarket. However many of these new buy- fordable and good-looking Chiers are influenced by what they nese models. were exposed to when grow- Looking forward to a favorable ing up, and therefore have no response from you and hope we knowledge of China-made cars can work together in raising the because we did not have them in profile of the Cars made in China. South Africa 20 years ago. Even
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Riverside Sun remains a firm favourite with business and leisure guests Riverside Sun, Tsogo Sun’s iconic landmark hotel in Vanderbijlpark, is a naturally beautiful venue spread out along the banks of the majestic Vaal River, with immaculate gardens and perfectly landscaped lawns sloping down to the water’s edge. Conveniently located just 45 minutes from Johannesburg, the hustle and bustle of the nearby city feel distant and guests are able to fully experience the tranquil country atmosphere. A year ago the Riverside Sun opened its doors for business after the completion of extensive renovations, and have not looked back since! “We are definitely delivering on our promise to guests, and loving every moment! The last year has shown that the hotel’s versatile offering combined with convenience, professional service, comfort and beauty are the correct strategy to satisfy, and even enchant our guests,” says Yashvir Jithoo, General Manager at the Riverside Sun. “The business has grown from strength to strength and the positive response from guests have been overwhelming. Our flexible venue and event offering complemented by professional and resourceful staff and service are very popular”. With something for everyone, the Riverside Sun has many facets and perform each to perfection, as proved by the recently awarded three-star grading received from the Tourism Grading Council
of South Africa - the official globally recognised quality assurance ranking agency. “We are committed to the sustainability of the Tourism Industry in South Africa and are honoured that our commitment to delivering the highest quality in every sphere of our business has been recognised by the Council” says Mr Jithoo. Well-known as the ideal family holiday destination, the hotel understands what younger guests need to enjoy their stay, and what parents need to relax. Kids are overjoyed at the various outdoor activities and structured kiddy programmes on offer, and usually develop a healthy appetite for the excellent buffet dining options, including homemade pizza. The romantic at heart need not look for a more serene getaway. At the Riverside Sun it is easy to reconnect with your loved ones while strolling hand in hand through the beautifully manicured gardens, or enjoying the view of the river from a quaint garden bench under the luscious willow trees. Furthermore, the viewing deck is the perfect setting for ro-
mantic afternoon cocktails before enjoying a candle-lit dinner. Looking forward to some fun in the sun with friends? Besides the various outdoor activities in the water and on the luscious lawns, guests can now enjoy a more personal experience on the river. The Riverside Sun’s Liquid Lounge boat glides through the majestic Vaal River, whilst friends enjoy good conversation over cocktails, or even dinner. The spectacular Wine Cellar at Riverside Sun will make you question all your preconceived ideas of the perfect venue for an exclusive dinner - be it for a birthday event, a client dinner or a wine tasting. Modelled on Gordon Ramsey’s wine bar in London, the Riverside Sun Wine Cellar seats 40 people comfortably and will make you feel as if you were magically transported to the Cape Winelands. Underpinned by delicious cuisine and excellent wines, the Wine Cellar personifies ‘Exclusive’. The obvious solution to special events such as weddings, anniversary dinners.
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Banyana opens AWC against Zimbabwe
BANYANA Banyana will face neighbours Zimbabwe in their opening match of the 2016 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations Tournament, which is scheduled to take place from November 19-December 3 in Yaounde and Limbe. The South African’s were drawn against Zimbabwe, Egypt and hosts Cameroon. The draw took place recently in Yaounde, Cameroon. The opening match of the tournament will be between the hosts and Egypt on November 19 at the Yaounde Stadium, kicking off at 16h30 South African time 3.30pm. Banyana Banyana and Zimbabwe meet a few hours later 6.30pm at the same venue. The two nations recently went to the 2016 Rio Olympic Games but could not proceed to the second round. The last time they met, Banyana Banyana edged out Zimbabwe with a strike Jermaine Seoposenwe – the match took place on May
15, as part of preparations for the Olympic Games. The second match at the 2016 Africa Women’s Cup of Nations pits South Africa and Cameroon on November 22 at Yaounde Stadium. Kickoff is at 5pm The final group stage matches will be played simultaneously. Banyana Banyana will travel to Limbe Stadium to tackle Egypt on November 25, while Cameroon will lock horns with Zimbabwe at Yaounde Stadium. Kickoff for both encounters is at 5pm. The semi-finals have been scheduled for November 29, with the winner of Group A taking on the loser of Group B in the first match at 5pm at Yaounde Stadium. Limbe Stadium will host the second semi-final three hours later 8pm. The third and fourth place play-off will be played on December 2 in Yaounde, while the final will be contested on December 3 at the same venue.
Mashaba is safe “for now”
SAFA President Dr Danny Jordaan has vehemently refuted allegations that the issue of Bafana Bafana coach Ephraim ‘Shakes’ Mashaba will be discussed in the coming days. Some unfounded reports allege SAFA would on Wednesday discuss the future of Mashaba but Dr Jordaan said SAFA had no business discussing its affairs in the media and more so ‘non-South African’ media. “That statement alleging SAFA would discuss Mashaba on Wednesday is not only disturbing but for someone from some farflung areas to peddle such falsehood is totally irresponsible. There is no iota of truth in that statement. It is malicious, reckless and defamatory. We don’t deal with our matters through the media and if we do so, we will call a press conference to grant our journalists that information,” said the SAFA President.
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