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WANT TO SEE MORE OF TUMIE? Page 5
PHALULA WINS GRAND PRIX Page 7
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Nov 2015 IT is almost December time, the months of giving and receiving and the months where most of us take the long trips back home to spend time with our loved ones. Before that and everything let's rst congratulate our Rugby nation team, the Springbok for nishing third during the recent Rugby World Cup which was held in England. The Bronze in this competitive world cup is a big achievement on its own. Coming to football matters, we are excited as we wait in - nakampe@sports-focus.co.za 071 562 1847
anticipation the big nal m a t c h v i a t h e Te l k o m Knockout involving Kaizer Chiefs and Mamelodi Sundowns at the venue still to be conrmed. It is history that both teams overcame their traditional arch-rivals to be in this nal with Chiefs having beaten Orlando Pirates with Sundowns having knocked out SuperSport United during the semi-nal matches. Meanwhile the current situation on our domestic league proves that clubs
have raised bars in the as far as competition is concern. That the likes of BidVest Wits, Mpumalanga Black Aces and Platinum Stars are currently in the top ve brackets on the league log speaks volume…more so given the fact that the clubs have played at least 10 matches by far. It remains however to be seen if those clubs mentioned above will maintain their same form through to the last matches of the league.
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HE South African Breweries (SAB) in partnership with the South African Football Association (SAFA) ofcially launched the Gauteng leg of the 2015/16 SAB League on Tuesday, November 10 at the SAB Gauteng Regional Ofce in Isando, Johannesburg. The launch of South Africa's SAB League was used by to also hand over new kits to the 100 participating teams in the Gauteng SAB League for the upcoming season. In line with the SAB League's vision of its holistic development to football, the proud sponsors of the country's largest development league announced its Study Assistance Programme that will see players participating in the league furthering their academic studies. The study assistance programme will ofcially kick off in the new season and will see players building a strong academic foundation to fall back on post their football careers. The SAB League is currently in its 15th edition after being formally established in 2000. Since then, the nationwide league has proven to be the breeding ground for top scouts and continues to be a talent identication hub for South African clubs that are in search of the country's next football stars. Not only will the SAB League unearth quality footballers, it will now produce
educated footballers who are able to make informed decisions about the futures. SAB's Economic Development Manager for Corporate Affairs, Octavious Phukubye shared the SAB's excitement of the new season ahead, saying that the 2015/16 edition of the SAB League will the SAB taking holistic development to even greater heights. “We are quite excited at how we have taken our approach to holistic development to a new level. Today's kit handover marks the start to the new SAB League season and we are condent that through our partnership with SAFA, we will continue producing the country's next footballers who are equipped both on the eld as
well as academically” said Phukubye. Echoing the sentiments of SAB, S A FA ' s G a u t e n g R e g i o n a l President, Anthony Reeves said that the new season would give birth to a totally different class of footballers. “Modern football requires players to be educated and through this exciting addition to the SAB League, we are proud as SAFA to be associated with a brand such as SAB that is pulling out all the stops in its holistic approach to football development” said Reeves. The SAB League Kit Handovers will continue across other SAB League regions during the month of November.
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CHIEFS, SUNDOWNS IN THE TKO FINAL NAKAMPE LEKWADU
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AMELODI Sundowns will be looking for relying on Lady Luck to lay their hands on Telkom Knockout Cup silver-ware for the rst time in many years. The Brazilians take on Kaizer Chiefs in the nal match of the competition on December 16 at the venue still to be decided. This after they beat t h e i r Ts h w a n e r i v a l s , SuperSport United 3-1 in the semi-nal match of the competition which was played on Saturday night at the Lucas Moripe Stadium in Atteridgeville. Chiefs on the other side had to rely on a 6-5 penalty victory over traditional arch-rivals, Orlando Pirates after this Soweto derby affair ended in a goalless draw after the regulated 90 minutes plus extra-time at the FNB Stadium in front of close to 70 000 spectators. Amkhosi's victory was a sweet revenge after the Naturena based-side suffered
a 3-1 defeat in a league match at the same venue a week ago. Back to Sundowns, the Pitso Mosimane's coached side has b e e n e l u d e d b y Te l k o m Knockout Cup title for a decade and half as the last time they won the competition was in 1999 when the competition was still known the Rothmans Cup and they will be looking forward to rectify that. Chiefs on the other hand will be looking forward to lift their 9th title after having won this competition eight times. The competition's past winners are as follows: 2011-12: Orlando Pirates 2010-11: Kaizer Chiefs 2009-10: Kaizer Chiefs 2008: Ajax Cape Town 2007: Kaizer Chiefs 2006: Silver Stars 2005: Jomo Cosmos 2004: Kaizer Chiefs
2003: Kaizer Chiefs 2002: Jomo Cosmos 2001: Kaizer Chiefs 2000: Ajax Cape Town 1999: Sundowns 1998: Kaizer Chiefs
1997: Kaizer Chiefs 1996: Bush Bucks 1995: Wits University 1994: Qwa Qwa Stars 1993: Bush Bucks 1992: AmaZulu
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THE MOMENT OF TRUTH HAS ARRIVED AS PIRATES TAKE ON CS SFAXIEN underestimate or downplay that achievement. We are going into this match with a positive frame of mind because it is vitally important for us to win the home leg and ensure that we do not concede a goal in order to have something to protect for the second leg,” concluded Tinkler. Etoile du Sahel Travel Details: Scheduled to land a t O R Ta m b o International Airport o n T h u r s d a y, November 19. Time TBC
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AVING travelled the length and breadth of the African continent, through insurmountable odds, Orlando Pirates has proudly carried the South African ag all the way to the nal of the CAF Confederation Cup. The Mighty Buccaneers took on the likes of Zamalek SC, AC Leopards and CS Sfaxien, while also slaying Cairo giants Al Ahly along the way. These all being sides that the Club has faced in previous CAF competitions. Orlando Pirates will now be faced with the task of taking on a lesser known but just as formidable opponent in Tunisian side, Etoile Du Sahel. Their pedigree beyond reaching this year’s nal is not to be understated, as they too, have a CAF Champions
League victory under their belt. A feat achieved in the 2007 edition, vanquishing no less of an opponent than Al Ahly, with a resounding 3-1 aggregate over two legs. Orlando Pirates Head Coach Eric Tinkler is all too aware of the fact that while the pageantry of a nal exists,
there is a bigger story at play, given that this is the one CAF trophy missing from the Buccaneers mantle, to complete the continental trinity (1995 CAF Champions’ League and 1996 Super Cup trophy). “This is a massive opportunity for the Club and everyone involved to win a major trophy such as the CAF Confederation Cup. Orlando Pirates is a big Club with a rich history and it is an honour to be p a r t o f t h a t h i s t o r y. Naturally we would like nothing better than to positively contribute to the legacy of the Club.” “Etoile du Sahel has earned itself a place in the nal by beating the best; w e c a n n o t a ff o r d t o
Fixture Details: Competition: CAF Confederation Cup Final (1st Leg) Fixture: Orlando Pirates v Etoile Sportive du Sahel (TUNISIA) M a t c h d a t e : S a t u r d a y, November 21 Venue: Orlando Stadium Kick-Off: 8pm Ticket Details: Available from ALL Computicket and Shoprite Checkers outlets for R80 (adults) and R10 (kids) VIP Hospitality: Mayoral Suite: R2 200 excl. vat Private Suite: R2 320 excl. vat VIP hospitality suite packages are available from SAIL (082 805 3150 or bookings@sail.co.za (mailto:bookings@sail.co.za)
Name: Beatrice Tumi Surname: Mathaba Birthdate: 1996 September 4 Birthpace: Alexandra, Johannesburg Matric: Matriculated at Sedco College in 2012 Post-Matric: Filming Course at Big Fish in Auckland Park Favourite Music: R n B and Hip Hop Favourite Club: Kaizer Chiefs Favourite Player: Sphiwe Tshabalala Hobbies: Singing, writing and acting
Tumi describes herself as a goal-getter who ď€ ghts for what she wants until she get. Apart from her script writing skill, she is also a Rapper and has already recorded three songs under her stage name BBM which is the abbreviation of her full names, Boitumelo Beatrice Mathaba. Her other ambition is to become ď€ lm producer.
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A FAMILY AFFAIR AS THE PHALULA TWINS
2015 SPAR Grand Prix winner Lebogang Phalula, receives her whopping cheque of R150 000.00 from SPAR Marketing Executive Mike Prentice during the SPAR GRAND PRIX AWARDS
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HE Phalula sisters, Lebogang and DianaLebo, took top honours in the 2015 SPAR Grand Prix, with Lebogang the runaway winner of the award, and her twin the runner-up. Lebogang has had a spectacular year on the road, notching up victory after victory. She was the star performer in the SPAR Women's 10km Challenge Series, winning in Durban and Johannesburg, and nishing in the top three in Cape Town, Port Elizabeth and Pretoria. She
accumulated an impressive total of 95 points to make sure that she walked away with the prize of R150 000. Her twin, who won the title in 2014, nished in second position, with 75 points, for prize money of R50 000. Diana-Lebo won the Grand Prix in 2014, and her sister made it clear then that she intended to win the title this year. Another previous Grand Prix winner, Mapaseka Makhanya, and Nolene Conrad nished joint third, with 67 points each, and they
will take home R27 500 each. They were closely followed by Cornelia Joubert, with 65 points. Three times Grand Prix winner Rene Kalmer was sixth, with 58 points, and her sister, Christine, was seventh, with 53. Lebogang was overjoyed at winning the prestigious Grand Prix title. "I have had to work hard to get back to the top after being suspended for using a banned substance," she said. "I wanted to prove that I could do it, and that I wasn't a cheat. Winning the Grand Prix means so much to me. My
sister won it last year and I decided this year was going to be my year." Diana-Lebo, who missed the Cape Town race because she was doing national duty at the world cross-country championships in China, said she and her sister would share their winnings. "We have shared the car that I won last year, and we will also share our prize money. We are each other's biggest fans, and we share everything. I am very happy for Lebogang, but I've told her to watch out it's my turn next year."
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CAPTURES 2015 SPAR GRAND PRIX
2015 SPAR Grand Prix winner Lebogang Phalula poses next to the year end SPAR Grand Prix Standings during the SPAR GRAND PRIX AWARDS The twins said they would focus on trying to qualify for the Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro next year. Lebogang will be aiming for the 1500 and 5000m events, while Diana-Lebo is still trying to decide whether she wants to stay on the track or aim for the marathon. Another former Grand Prix winner, Irvette van Zyl, showed she is still a force to be reckoned with, after she ď€ nished ninth, with 39 points. Van Zyl ran three races while pregnant, and she came 11th in the Johannesburg race, only ď€ ve weeks after giving birth to her son Louis.
"Next year I will be back with a vengeance," she said. "I want to start winning SPAR races again, and I am also going to try to qualify for the 10 000m at the Olympic Games." SPAR Marketing Executive Mike Prentice said the Grand Prix awards had become one of the supermarket giant's most important sponsorships. "The Grand Prix will be 10 years old next year, and it has gone from strength to strength. "We are thrilled at the way the runners have responded to the series,
and we are delighted that so many of the top runners and clubs try to compete in as many of the SPAR races as possible. Our Challenge races are all about the thousands of women who take to the streets every year, but the elite runners give the races credibility as major events on the roadrunning calendar," said Prentice. Picture credits: Reg Caldecott
2015 SPAR Grand Prix winner Lebogang Phalula show off her trophy.
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PROTEIN POWER FOR LEBOGANG PHALULA recommended serving sizes for protein: Ÿ2 to 3 ounces of cooked lean meat, poultry, or fish (a portion about the size of a deck of playing cards) Ÿ1/2 cup of cooked dried beans Ÿ1 egg, 2 tablespoons of peanut butter, or 1 ounce of cheese
The Phalula sisters, Lebogang and Diana-Lebo, took top honours in the 2015 SPAR Grand Prix, with Lebogang the runaway winner of the award, and her twin the runner-up. Lebogang has had a spectacular year on the road, notching up victory after victory. She was the star p e r f o r m e r i n t h e S PA R Women's 10km Challenge Series, winning in Durban and Johannesburg, and finishing in the top three in Cape Town, Port Elizabeth and Pretoria.
Children and teens may need different amounts, depending on their age. Some healthy sources of meat protein include: ŸTurkey or chicken with the skin removed, or bison (also called buffalo meat) ŸLean cuts of beef or pork, such as round, top sirloin, or tenderloin (trim away any visible fat) ŸFish or shellfish
She accumulated an impressive total of 95 points to make sure that she walked away with the prize of R150 000. Her twin, who won the title in 2014, finished in second position, with 75 points, for prize money of R50 000. Diana-Lebo won the Grand Prix in 2014, and her sister made it clear then that she intended to win the title this year.
Protein in diet Proteins are the building blocks of life. Every cell in the human body contains protein. The basic structure of protein is a chain of amino acids. You need protein in your diet to help your body repair cells and make new ones. Protein is also important for growth and development in children, teens, and pregnant women. Food Sources Protein foods are broken down into parts called amino acids during digestion. The human body needs a number of amino acids in large enough amounts to maintain good health. Amino acids are found in animal sources such as meats, milk, fish, and eggs. They are also found in plant sources such as soy, beans, legumes, nut butters, and some grains
(such as wheat germ and quinoa). You do not need to eat animal products to get all the protein you need in your diet. Amino acids are classified into three groups: ŸEssential ŸNonessential ŸConditional Essential amino acids cannot be made by the body, and must be supplied by food. They do not need to be eaten at one meal. The balance over the whole day is more important. Nonessential amino acids are made by the body from essential amino acids or in the
Other good sources of protein include: ŸPinto beans, black beans, kidney beans, lentils, split peas, or garbanzo beans ŸNuts and seeds, including almonds, hazelnuts, mixed nuts, peanuts, peanut butter, sunflower seeds, or walnuts (just watch how much you eat, because nuts are high in fat) ŸTofu, tempeh, and other soy normal breakdown of proteins. protein products Conditional amino acids are ŸLow-fat dairy products needed in times of illness and stress. Do not eat more than four eggs per week. Eggs are very high in Recommendations cholesterol. Try recipes that A well-balanced diet provides use egg whites only. enough protein. Healthy The U.S. Department of people rarely need protein Agriculture's newest food supplements. guide, called MyPlate, can Vegetarians are able to get help you make healthy eating enough essential amino by choices. eating a variety of plant proteins. The amount of recommended daily protein depends upon your age and health. Two to three servings of protein-rich foods will meet the daily needs of most adults. The following are the
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MINISTER MBALULA KICKS OFF
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he Department of Sport and Recreation South Africa held a breakfast at the SABC M1 studios to announce the nominees for this year's Sport Awards. As the Sport Awards celebrates its 10th year, the theme is “Excellence is not being your best; it is doing your best”. “This is a signicant milestone and we're celebrating the best sporting moments of the past 10 years, best moments of the Sport Awards and the best sport people that this country has produced,” said Minister Fikile Mbalula. Every year the SA Sport Awards adopts a creative theme which is used to rally support and excitement. “We've gone with #IZINJAZEGAME… The Best for 2015. The majority of South Africans can identify with this colloquial phrase which, loosely translated,
means that you are the top dog, the best at what you do. Our nominees are the best”. The venue for the 2015 SA Sport Awards will be the Sand du Plessis Theatre, Mangaung. “The Sport Awards celebrate excellence throughout the country and taking the event to the people is a critical part of our mandate. We are excited and promise the people of Mangaung a celebration,” said Minister Mbalula. A fan park at Seisa Ramabodu Stadium will ensure that the public participate in the festivities of the Sport Awards. This year's Awards will bring pleasant changes to the most contested category. The Sports Star of the Year Category will now be nominated and voted for by a panel of sport editors from
different media houses. “We have listened to some of the feedback over the years and believe that this change will solidify the awards further and ensures its legacy,” said Minister Mbalula. Each media
house will nominate two sport stars and motivate their recommendation, the panel will then vote for the ultimate winner of the highly contested position of the Sports Star of the Year 2015.
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SA SPORT AWARDS FOR 2015 succeed in life through sports”. “Our sporting heroes continue to make us proud and the Sport Awards gives us all an opportunity to pay tribute to those who excel both on and off the eld. We're always inspired by our athletes as they continue to push boundaries and reach new heights of excellence,” said Minister Mbalula. The Awards will take place on Sunday 22 November 2015 in Mangaung and will be broadcast live on SABC 1 at 20:00. Supersport will receive a feed.
2015 SA Sport Awards Nominees The public still gets an opportunity to vote for their favourite sport star by way of SMS. This category is the People's Choice Award. The nominees for the 2015 People's Choice Award are, in alphabetical order, AB De Villiers; Ashleigh MoolmanPasio; Chad le Clos; Lucas S i t h o l e a n d Wa y d e v a n Niekerk. The full nominees list is attached. Each category nominee receives R15 000 cash and the winner in each category receives R130 000. The winner for the Sport Star of the Year receives a luxury vehicle, R500 000 for themselves and R500 000 to donate to a charity of their choice. The People's Choice Award winner also receives a luxury vehicle, R500 000 for themselves and R500 000 to donate to a charity of their
choice. The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) is once again the ofcial broadcaster of the SA Sport Awards. Group chief executive ofcer, Mr Frans Matlala said: “We are proud that as a public service broadcaster, we will be able to take our viewers and listeners on a journey towards these prestigious awards, which aim to recognise and reward our sporting champions and icons. It was important that we play a vital role in the nominee's launch, by broadcasting it live on our SABC 2 platform Morning Live. The SABC will also prole the nominees and let them tell their stories through interviews on our various radio stations; so that we can inspire the youth and showcase that it is possible to
Administrator of the
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Year with Disability:
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Virginia Mabaso
Greg Minaar
Lucas Sithole
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Karen Losch
Chad Le Clos
Ernst van Dyk
Pasio
Tim Cornish
Wayde van Niekerk
Pieter du Preez
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Jayde Andrew
Roger Barrow
Peggy De Villiers
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Graham Hill
Kagiso Rabada Volunteer of the Year: Zelda Hansen
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Limpopo Drie
Roller Sport
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Stokkies Males
Cycling
Jeremy Campbell
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Indigo Skate Camp
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School Team of the Year: Oakdale Agricultural High School St John’s College Junior Men’s pair Hoerskool Waterkloof
Developing School Team of the Year: Iqhayiya Secondary School Montshiwa Primary School Phayizani High School
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NATIONAL FIRST DIVISION’S FACTS AS the National First Division (NFD) takes a breather during the international break, PSL.co.za sums up in numbers the opening six rounds of action. After 48 matches played, there have been 103 goals scored in the NFD, at an average of 2.15 goals per match, or a goal every 42 minutes. The most goals scored in a single xture was on the opening weekend when Mbombela United and Thanda Royal Zulu shared the spoils in six goal thriller at the Kanyamazane Stadium. Leading the way on the scoring charts are top-of-thetable Baroka FC, with 11 goals from their six outings. The only other team to have hit double
gures in the goal-scoring department is Royal Eagles, with 10 goals. Baroka striker Thabiso Kutumela has also established himself as an early front-runner for the Golden Boot award with his six goals. The two next best scorers, Julius Likontsane of Witbank Spurs and Black Leopards' Thembisani Nevhulamba, are on three goals. On the ip side, bottom-of-thetable Mthatha Bucks have netted just three goals this season, while African Warriors (14th) and Moroka Swallows (12th) have only found the back of the net on four occasions. Clean sheets are also a crucial
part of any club's league campaign, and Witbank Spurs, ying high in second position, have led the way with four shut-outs in their six matches, Spurs also having conceded the least goals this season, just two. Cape Town All Stars have also kept four clean sheets, and conceded only three goals so far.
Three former Absa Premiership clubs – Thanda Royal Zulu, Santos and Moroka Swallows, will all be concerned over the amount of goals conceded, the trio each having shipped in 11 goals to date at nearly two per game. The bottom two clubs – Mthatha Bucks and Santos, are yet to win this season, while the top three sides – Baroka FC, Witbank Spurs and Cape Town All Stars, have won four of their six games. Its currently tight at the summit, with the top seven teams all within ve or less points of each other. The action continues on the weekend of the 24 and 25 O c t o b e r 2 0 1 5 . www.psl.co.za
NFD CLUBS IN THE NECK TO NECK RACE AS THE TITLE RACE HOT UP AFTER 11 rounds of National First Division (NFD) action, it's very much game on as the top seven clubs nd themselves separated by a mere six points. Baroka FC (24 points) lead the log, but the likes of Cape Town All Stars (23), Royal Eagles (21), Witbank Spurs (20), Highlands Park (18), Mbombela United (18) and AmaZulu (18), are all within striking distance. In total, there have been 87 NFD matches played, during which time 197 goals have been netted. This averages in at 2.26 goals per game (the PSL averages 2.27 goals per match), or a goal nearly every 40 minutes. Top-of-the-table Baroka FC (pictured above) have contributed signicantly to the goals tally – with 24 goals in 11 matches, the Limpopo side have scored four more goals
than Royal Eagles, the third and AmaZulu, who have each defence. While Baroka FC have lost the best 'Goals For' tally being that conceded eight. of Mbombela United, who have On the ip side, Thanda Royal least number of matches (one), 16. Baroka's goals have come Zulu (11th position) have a the bottom two sides, FC Cape at 2.18 goals per match, or at a record they'll be looking to get Town (15th) and Mthatha rid of – the Richards Bay team Bucks have each lost seven rate of every 41 minutes. The highest score of the 2014/ have conceded the most goals matches. Bucks are the only 2015 NFD season so far has (19), followed closely by the 18 team yet to win a match this b e e n B a r o k a F C ' s 6 - 0 goals African Warriors have season.-www.psl.co.za thrashing of African Warriors seen go past their last line of on the last weekend of October. The likes of The NFD Fixtures Royal Eagles, Saturday, November 21, 2015 AmaZulu and Baroka 15:30 Moroka Swallows v African Warriors, Dobsonville Stadium have all hit four goals 15:30 Witbank Spurs v Black Leopards, Puma Rugby Stadium in a single game. The best defence so 15:30 Thanda Royal Zulu FC v FC Cape Town, Umhlathuze Sports Complex far this season in the 15:30 Vasco Da Gama v Highlands Park, Parow Park NFD belongs to that of 15:30 Royal Eagles v Milano United AFC, King Zwelithini Stadium Highlands Park, who have let in a miserly v e g o a l s i n 11 Sunday, November 22, 2015 matches, just 0.45 15:30 Santos v AmaZulu, Athlone Stadium goals conceded per 15:30 Baroka FC v Cape Town All Stars, Old Peter Mokaba Stadium game. The next best defensive teams are 15:30 Mbombela United v Mthatha Bucks, Kanyamazane Stadium Baroka, CT All Stars
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Following the successful introduction of its original model, the new generation Toyota Aygo made its rst South African public appearance before a crowd of 18 000 at the Red Bull XFighters event held at the Union Buildings in Tshwane on 12 September. It was indeed a powerful statement by Toyota SA, to say "we have nothing to be ashamed of" with this model, which is still nding its way into the hearts of Toyotafriendly market. The Aygo competes in a largely competitive market of small city sleekers. But with its more than adequate features, including stylish design and great fuel efciency, the new Aygo delivers on this front offering customers the total package. “The new Aygo combines a distinctive, sporty and unashamedly funky design
with a comprehensive specication level, great fuel efciency and proven Toyota QDR, which will undoubtedly appeal to the young and young at heart”, says Glenn Crompton, vice-president for marketing at Toyota South Africa. An X-Terior with Attitude From the onset, the new Aygo announces its presence with bold, dramatic styling infused with a cheeky attitude. Taking centre stage is a prominent “X”-motif in the front grille which extends upwards to the A-pillar and side mirrors to create a unique identity and strong road presence, reafrming that the new Aygo is no shrinking violet. The result is a decidedly cheeky, ve-door hatch which exudes a sporty, youthful and energetic image and is perfectly suited to tackle the cityscape.
The lower half of the “X” frames the central air-dam which extends to the edges of the front bumper. Sporty air intake slats compliment the “X”, adding a unique x-factor to the front view. Angular headlights featuring projector halogen technology provide excellent illumination of the road ahead and seamlessly blend into the Xmotif, to project a condent attitude to passers-by. The side prole features a strong design line which intersects the silhouette while the rear door sill has a noticeable upward ick, adding to the funky look and creating a streamlined prole. The rear side windows retain the characteristic pop-out design. The roof features a "doublebubble" design, to not only provide ample headroom, but also add air to the overall design. This design uses twin
convex domes on either side of the roof, with a at central roof section, thereby forming the double-bubble. Moving to the rear, the edgy vertical theme is carried through. A large black glass panel forms the hatch, which is anked by stylish, boomerang shaped rear taillamps also incorporating aero-stabilising "Sakana" ns. The rear bumper plays host to a large "x-shaped" gloss black insert which ties in with the rear glasshouse area, giving the Aygo a sporty and sassy look. Fourteen-inch steel wheels with stylised covers provide low rolling resistance and ease of manoeuvrability. Dimensionally the new Aygo grows by 25mm in length, whilst being 5mm lower than the outgoing model, contributing to the more athletic prole of tahe newcomer.
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STYLISH AYGO electrically adjustable side mirrors and air conditioning. For added convenience, a 12volt power socket and USB and auxiliary inputs for the 4speaker audio system are also catered for. X-play models receive leather treatment for the shift lever and steering wheel, creating a luxurious touch point between driver and car. A full safety suite comprising of front and front side airbags, ABS and Brake Assist (BA) is tted to all models. ISOFIX attachment points add to the already comprehensive list. These features create peace of mind for both rst time drivers, as well as those downsizing to a compact city run-around. X-Citement for all A standout feature of the new Aygo is the availability of a funky two-tone exterior colour design. Two unique bi-tone models are available, the Xplay Black and X-play Silver. As the name suggests, the Xplay Black adopts an elegant black roof which can be paired with either a vibrant Cherry Red or crisp Ice White body colour. The X-play Silver plays on a monochromatic contrast with an Ash Gray body colour, accented by a silver roof to create a classic look. A mono-tone model forms the starting point of the range with the X-play models combining the charismatic two-tone exterior with additional specication - catering to buyers seeking to be more expressive. A Vibrant Interior The interior design of the Aygo links with the radical exterior design, creating an uplifting environment for driver and
passengers. The interior elements feature multiple geometric shapes and colour variation, to add to the youthful theme. Bucketshaped front seats with multitone inserts provide a comfortable space for front occupants. The driver is greeted by a large circular speedometer with a centrally mounted multi-information display at its core. This is augmented by an amber hued, bar-style tachometer to the left and an up-shift indicator on the right. The continuation of the exterior body colour across to the interior door panels, adds a modern touch to the interior. Utility and convenience are not forsaken, with sizable storage compartments capable of accommodating a 500ml bottle built into the door trim. A large glove compartment, front storage area and twin cup holders further enhance convenience. X-play models add sleek grey metallic colour inserts to the
instrument cluster, gear level surround and dashboard inserts. Other X-Factor Featues The newcomer gets a myriad of specications. The inclusion of a touch-screen display audio system is a rst for the segment and is certain to resonate with tech savvy customers. The new Aygo also boasts with standard features such as Bluetooth functionality, remote central locking, front power windows,
Pricing Aygo 1.0 R 138 900 Aygo X-play Black 1.0 R139 900 Aygo X-play Silver 1.0 R 139 900 All come with a a 3-year 100 000 km warranty; a service plan is optional. Customers who buy the new Aygo before 31 December 2015 will receive a complimentary 3 year/45 000 km service plan.
Nov 2015
ISUZU KB SINGLE CAB, BUILT TO WORK
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he Isuzu KB Single Cab continues to be South Africa's favourite workhorse on the road, getting the job done no matter how big or small. Now The bakkie is now not all about hard work but a lot more also as a fun vehicle to drive, given the comfort features it now comes with, including the integrated sound system. The KB Single Cab remains a match for any load, road or challenge, while at the same time providing optimal balance between fuel economy and performance. New 2.5 litre high-output engine - boasting an impressive 100kW of power and 320Nm of Torque, this new, high-output engine is one of the best-balanced powertrains in the industry. Towing Capability - with a towing capability of up to 3 500kg and a payload of up to 1 174kg, the Isuzu KB Single Cab is built for endurance and hard work.
Fuel Efď€ ciency Isuzu's diesel engines are legendary for their excellent fuel efď€ ciency and reliability. The KB 250 base model, delivers a combined cycle consumption of 7,9l / 100km. Vehicle Safety Travel in exceptional safety with ESC, which includes ABS, EBD and Brake Assist, as well as airbags for the driver and passenger on selected models. Exterior Features Built for endurance and reliability, the Isuzu KB Single Cab bakkie is rugged and tough, thanks to basic, but very functional interior and exterior features. Stop lamp - a centre high mounted stop lamp provides added visibility on all derivatives of the Isuzu KB Single Cab. Highway tyres - Low rolling resistance for improved fuel
consumption. Electronic stability control a d d e d c o n t r o l i n emergencies, through ABS, Electronic Brake-Force Distribution, Traction Control and Brake Assist, available on LE and LX models and selected Fleetside models. Interior Features The spacious interior of the Isuzu KB lends comfort and functionality to South Africa's hardest working bakkie. Split Bench - The Isuzu Single Cab offers comfortable 60 / 40 split bench seating which means that it can easily seat 3 adults safely through two 3point harness seatbelts and one lap belt. Storage Space - Look out for two gloveboxes to maximise usable interior space as well as door storage pockets with built-in cupholders. Integrated Sound System provides various platforms to play music, i.e. via CDs, MP3s and USB devices. (On
selected trims only.) Cruise Control - Steering wheel mounted cruise control makes long distance driving pleasure (On selected trims only.) Pricing KB 250 (LEED) Standard 4x2 R223 800 KB 250 (LEED) Fleetside 4x2 R246 400 KB 250 D-TEQ Fleetside (Safety) 4x2 R272 000 KB 250 D-TEQ LE 4x2 R313 800 KB 250 D-TEQ LE 4x4 R364 600
Nov 2015
TRAILBLAZER: COMFORTABLE AND SAFE
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U V l u x u r y i s understandably expensive, given the size, comfort and power that comes with these large vehicles. However, such luxury should not only be for the chosen few, and that's where the Chevrolet Trailblazer enters the fray to rescue some among others who are not tycoons. The latest Trailblazer starts
from R439 300 and yet offers a lot of vooma for the specs it comes. The LT model chips in nicely with features such as air conditioner with rear overhead vents; 6-speaker sound system; bluetooth functionality; driver, front passenger and curtain airbags; cruise control; rear park assist and front and rear disc brakes. There are plenty more features others may call standard because of their frequency in newer vehicle models, things like ABS breaking for instance. However with the Trailblazer the ABS and such other "standard" features come at a technology a notch higher than ordinary. Take the HDC and HSA for example, as additional features assisting the breaking system and overall safety. HDC (Hill Decent Control) - as the vehicle proceeds down a steep slope, the driver can activate the HDC and the system will have the engine
and the brake working in unison in order to automatically limit the speed of the vehicle to the most appropriate level. This will make the descent much safer. This feature however is only available for the automatic transmissions. HSA (Hill Start Assist) - the HSA prevents the car from rolling when trying to pull away on an up or down
gradient. It still holds the car stationary after the brake is released giving the driver more safely. To further illustrate how the Chevrolet Trailblazer is a perfect combination of all your wishes, and good value for money, this vehicle is also ready for whatever lies ahead! Projector Headlights - only a v a i l a b l e w i t h t h e LT Z , provide a farther and better view, without blinding other drivers. The adjustable switch (High and Low position) helps the driver to nd a suitable setting. Fog headlamps - these enhance your vision and increase your safety while driving in a rainy or foggy situation. LED rear lamps - give a safer way to let other drivers know when you have stopped. (Also only in LTZ). The rear lamp last longer and even saves more energy. A third brake light provides more safety along with a light reecting lamp that helps create better
vision and driving dimensions from a far distance. Electric adjustable side mirrors with LED turn signal lights not only improve safety but to the beauty of Trailblazer's design. Suspension Comfort and traction are optimised with the use of an independent double wishbone suspension on the
front, and a 5-link with coils setup on the rear. Driving condence is thus assured for all speeds, on a straight road, on a curve, while empty and while loaded. This excellent setup works wonders in su p e rb l y su p p o rti n g th e vehicle in virtually all conditions. Passive Safety Double SRS airbags and safety belts with pretesioner along with a strong body frame and a highly resistant
chassis with cross members protect the passenger cabin from a collision from the side. The collapsible safety steering wheel reduces the force of impact to the chest in the event of a frontal collision. Laminated windshield retains shattered bits of the glass which would otherwise be dispersed as shards, hence effectively minimizing injury. Active Safety The highly durable body frame of Chevrolet Trailblazer is capable of withstanding even harsh bending forces. With the extra support beams inside of the door panels, impact force from a collision from the side is optimally absorbed, making the passenger cabin a safety zone. The chassis itself has been totally redesigned with special 'eight cross members' and a precise structural calculation to ensure optimum resistance against bending force. As a result, stability and traction operate at maximum both when the vehicle is empty and fully loaded. Pricing Trailblazer LT R 439 300 Trailblazer LTZ R 518 700
Nov 2015 July 2015
N-SERIES GIVES SPORT TOUCH TO THE HYUNDAI I20
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hen the new Hyundai i20 was launched in South Africa earlier this year, the reception it received was so phenomenal that the Korean automaker did not take long to appreciate that people wanted more than just practicality from the vehicle. This appreciation led to the addition of the sporty NSeries to the local market. The 1.4-litre i20 N-Series features more power over the standard i20 and also comes equipped with a number of sporty visual enhancements to make it look even cooler. Talk of dynamites coming in small packages. Stanley Anderson, marketing director of Hyundai Automotive South Africa, says: “The Hyundai i20 was the perfect model in our range
to subject to a sporty makeover – it is a car that appeals to a younger buyer, it has fresh, modern looks and a dashing design, and it already had ne driving, characteristics and road manners – something that we enhanced a bit more with the tweaking of the suspension, new alloy rims with low prole tyres and increased engine power output.” The N-Sport adds an arguably cooler variant to the local range. This include bigger 17" alloy rims, a stainless steel free-ow exhaust and Nbadges on the front mudguards and rear door. Its
sport body kit comprises new side-skirts, front and rear bumper trim and a spoiler. The Hyundai i20 N-Series is tted with the same 1.4-litre engine found in the Fluid derivative but it has been tweaked to deliver 85 kW and 160 Nm compared to the standard 74 kW and 133 Nm.
The engine is mated to a 6speed manual transmission. The N-Series' suspension is rmer and the car sits lower on the road compared to the standard i20. Price Hyundai i20 N-Series R235 500
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Nov 2015
TIVEKA GAME FARM, A JEWEL IN THE BUSH
If there's one thing that's accurate about crticism levelled against Limpopo is its people's tendecy to undermine the province's natural heritage. Take the location of Tiveka Game Farm for example. The lodge is accessible from one of the busiest routes in the province, the R101, in the stretch between Mokopane and Polokwane. That easy part done, one is welcomed into one of "secret" natural habitats once one goes through the entrance gates of the lodge. Tiveka is located at the
foothills of the Swartberg mountains, in the Eerstgoud valley. The setting is serene and quiet, ironically not far from the busy R101 and only 30km south of the bustling city of Polokwane. The Limpopo Swartberg are not as high as their namesake in the southern Cape. The lowlying mountains add a massive allure to natural surrounding that one's hope is raised that mountains can be conquered, just by gazing at them! Visitors have the opportunity of coming closer to the mountains via the bush drive which will take you accross
the valley. Experienced tour guides have all the answers about the local environment, including animals and plants, and stories from many years ago!
Other facilities at Tiveka Game Farm include a conference centre and a wedding venue. Guests can choose to be accommodated in well furnished chalets, rondavels with two three-quarter beds or large executive rondavels with queen or king size bed. Ti v e k a i s e n d o r s e d b y Limpopo Tourism and Parks and widely recommended by various industry organisation i n c l u d i n g T E P [ To u r i s m Enterprise Partnership]. Authentic African meals at Tiveka are memorable, and will remind of this little heaven in the mountains for many years to come. Drive in for a sleepover, a weekend getaway or a longer holiday, the experince will be unforgettable.
Nov 2015
SANDTON SUN REOPENS AFTER R210 MILLION MAKEOVER
Tsogo Sun’s iconic Sandton Sun hotel has returned to its rightful place as a sophisticated and modern landmark in the area, following an investment of R210 million into its recently undertaken refurbishment. The 31-year-old hotel is situated in a prime location within the busy and exclusive business and retail hub of Sandton, and has been repositioned as a gateway into the Sandton City shopping centre. With street and hotel access linking it with Sandton City’s new Diamond Walk, which is described as ‘Africa’s denitive luxury and super-luxury retail destination’, the hotel is a natural asset to the centre and to the city of Johannesburg. Says Marcel von Aulock, CEO o f Ts o g o S u n , “ T h i s refurbishment has strengthened Tsogo Sun’s position in Sandton even further – as a leader in Africa’s most inuential node with three hotels in excellent locations, as well as the Sandton Convention Centre. We are proud to have been a partner to Liberty and Pareto in managing this spectacular
property on their behalf and to have been the hospitality partner of Sandton City for over three decades.” Describing the revamp, Sandton Sun General Manager, Peter Davidson, says, “We focused on taking the detail into account when w e p l a n n e d t h e refurbishment, ensuring that we incorporated simple things that will make our guests’ stay more enjoyable – and that we offer everything that a guest might need.” With the refurbishment, the number of hotel rooms has reduced by eight to 326 spacious rooms and suites that have been designed to be luxurious with all the necessary conveniences and c o m f o r t . “ We c r e a t e d a feature in selected rooms where people can sit and work, ensuring we added touches such as USB points. The bathrooms have been rebuilt to luxurious standards,” says Davidson. Throughout the hotel, furniture has been refurbished and repurposed where possible, and the ambience is slick and sophisticated, while still
offering every guest a home away from home. The ‘new’ Sandton Sun, says Davidson, is now ahead of the game; it is the preferred property among the luxury hotels in the area. The refurbishment was jointly funded by the property owners, Pareto and Liberty, with responsibility for the design concept and implementation, as well as the operational issues relating to the refurb being handled by Tsogo Sun. “We are proud to have contributed to Liberty’s ability to attract luxury global brands to the Diamond Walk,
making Sandton an incredibly exciting shopping destination for locals and tourists from all over the world,” concludes Von Aulock. Tsogo Sun’s portfolio includes over 90 hotels and 14 casino and entertainment destinations throughout South Africa, Africa, the Seychelles and Abu Dhabi. The Group operates in all segments of the hotel market from Deluxe to Budget. For further information, visit tsogosun.com, follow on Twitter @TsogoSun or on Facebook.com/TsogoSun.
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Nov 2015
LIGHTHEFLAME AT THE GATEWAY HOTEL, ISANDO
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OMETHING new and exciting is about to happen for the East Rand as the Gateway Hotel on November 22 opens its doors to become a new art hub for the East Rand. This perfectly preserved iconic 1950 building in Elandsfontein is letting its interiors to be transformed into galleries as young and established artists go on exhibition amidst dance, drama, music , poetry and fashion. After two years in South Africa observing its art marketplace, Jessica Deutsch, who has worked internationally in the art marketplace perceived that something needed to be done in making art part of everyone's life in South Africa, and not elitist. Having worked out of America, the UK, Europe and Russia her observation is that in most countries art is seen as vital to society. It is recognized as being the binding force of the people, stating its concerns and driving it forward to a better future. This is not the case in South Africa. There is little support from Government for the arts. For most people art is intimidating – appearing as something they are challenged to understand instead of realizing it is the Voice of the Nation. Lightheame (www.lightheame.com) , a grass roots movement spearheaded by Jessica Deutsch, Director Arts to Life (London –New York) and Gerald Judelman, a Johannesburg businessman and owner of The Gateway Hotel in Isando – plans to address art in a new and different way. Its aim is for people to enjoy it and see it as something that enriches their lives. It plans to show how art makes a person think different thoughts and feel different feeling. Most essential it curates its exhibitions with art work of the moment that speaks to everyone no matter his religion, belief, history or race. By engaging with art people will want to take it home. Each work a parent takes home enlarges the world of a child's mind, makes the child ask questions, aspire to new and better things. It is art that shapes
society. South Africa for over a century has had little recognition of the importance of art as communication. Lightheame exhibitions, which are to be event driven; bring together spiritual Sangoma dancing; jazz music; poetry reading and play acting to present art within the cultural framework that shapes it. The Gateway Hotel, near the Oliver Tambo airport will be open weekends or by appointment to visitors. Its exhibitions will be curated as “experiences” designed to present alternative realities to provoke feelings which only art can allow. Its program of activities will include education; lectures by local and invited overseas international scholars and experts; seminars and up close study of what constitutes quality in a work of art. Luxury art travel programs both within and outside South Africa will be available for its patron group Creating a patron group will be part of its outreach to make art important and provide a system of continuous support for
emerging artists.). Professor Ronald Jones from Harvard University, a renowned artist and art critic is scheduled to kick off educational programs at The Gateway in March 2016. The rst exhibition will include the sculptures of Professor PitikaNtuli placed in the beautiful gardens; underground boiler room and through the interior. PikikaNtuli's choice of materials and subject matter speak to the civilization of South Africa, where it has been, this moment in its time, and its dreams for the future. Other artists participating include ThontonKabeya, who works with paint and cold walnut powder to take the viewer into the fragility of children's lives The main gallery will present two realities. One if of serene landscapes and sparkling water, of mystery and pleasure created by artists such as John Vuzi Mfupi ; Cathy Layzell, Laurel Holmes and RoelofRoussow. A darker reality of crowded streets, box like dwellings; migrant peoples and rats underground is evoked
by artists such as Daniel Rankadi Solomon; Happy Dhlame and AsandaKupa. Women, who they are, how they see themselves and how others view them invite self exploration on the part of the viewer in the works of Adele Oldeld, Bongi Bengu and MarindaCombrinck. T h e G a t e w a y H o t e l o ff e r s through the arts a portal to the magical invisible world of the arts. It offers visitors a journey away from everyday life to art and culture in order to enlarge life. Visitors to the exhibition can enjoy lunch at the hotel, afternoon tea or drinks in the bar. The twenty ve bedroom hotel offers comfortable accommodation to visitors to Johannesburg and the art lled interiors are open to conference bookings. November 22 is open by invitation. The launch for the public is the following Saturday –November 28 from 10am to 6pm and thereafter weekends Until December 15 from 10 am to 6pm. All enquiries are to Jessica Deutsch Jessica @artstolife.com
Nov 2015
HLANGANANI CORPORATE GAMES TO BRING WOMEN TOGETHER
N the rst weekend of D e c e m b e r, M y A r t s international will be hosting the Hlanganani Corporate Games where SA Corporate sector will be united in support of the 16 Days of Activism against Women and Children Abuse. This is in support of the national cause to unite in the ght against violence and abuse of our women and children. We use this occasion to renew our commitment to end brutal and dehumanising behaviour by some in our society. We all need to use this period to recommit our country to the inalienable human rights of women and children as we all have the power to bring about change at work, in our communities and families. By bring the corporate sector together using sport to support this campaign , we are making a real difference in the campaign to reduce the incidence of violence against women and children. This is a way of seeing corporate world joining the struggle to end violence against women and children. This is a popular mobilisation we are undertaking to reach the
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working class directly and show them that economic freedom in our life time must start with the freedom of women and children from violence and abuse. Companies can register for Netball and/or Soccer and the games will be played on the rst weekend of December (December 4 and 5). The event will also include some entertainment as well as message of support for the 16 days of activism. The 16 Days of activism for No Violence Against Women and Children is an awarenessraising campaign that takes place every year from November 25 (International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to 10 December (International Human Rights Day). During this time, the nation is encouraged to support and respect women and children's right. The campaign raises awareness of the NEGATIVE impact that VIOLENCE and ABUSE have on WOMEN and CHILDREN and to RID society of ABUSE PERMANENTLY. The success of this campaign rests on our daily individual and collective actions to safeguard
our society against this cycle of abuse. The challenge starts when men abuse POWER and positions of authority in order to CONTROL women and children. South Africans from all walks of life will remember that, at that time every year, people unite as a nation to observe the 16 Days of Activism on No Violence Against Women and Children. The Hlanganani Corporate Games is hosted to bring SA working class and business sector together in a sporty and social environment to build nation through social cohesion while sending a strong message in support of the 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children. About 50 teams are expected to participate in the 3 categories of t h e t o u r n a m e n t ( S o c c e r, Netball, 5-aside soccer). This Corporate event is used for social cohesion, to connecting and inspiring the working class through soccer for males and netball for females. It also demonstrates the value of team sports for health and social benets, and performs outreach and network in the business
community. Companies can also use this event as their respective year end function as well provide DJs and braai facilities This tournament will raise funds for the support of a Netball Academy to be operational in 2016 where 60 young ladies and 20 schools will benets from not only netball development activities but with life orientation and career development. The DNA for all (Netball Academy) is to offer an opportunity for all potential netball stars to explore and excel in all aspects of netball. The Academy will provide development programs aimed at different levels and ability of players in all stages of skills and vital aspects such as ball skills, attitude, concentration, tness, nutrition, sportsmanship, rules, etc. Targeted at the development of the junior netball players, the program runs throughout the year. The Academy will focus on: Helping to increase player's netball skills Developing the passion for netball and condence Creating a solid fundamental training: i.e. ball handling, passing, catching, hand eye coordination, goal shooting skills, peripheral vision and techniques Bringing Fitness and strength programs to enable players to play, compete and shine which will include footwork and running methods to reduce injuries, simple, quick and easy warm up methods so that a players body is ready to play, food suggestion and tips so her body is fuelled up and ready for maximum temperature. The 60 Participants will also be trained on coaching and umpiring so they can help the 20 schools in improving Netball skills.