Prime July 2023 Edition

SILVERSPIRIT IS COMING TO SOUTH AFRICA

For the first time in six years, Silversea Cruises will be back in South African waters offering ocean voyages for luxury-seeking clients

FULLY REFURBISHED VESSEL

Fully refurbished in 2018 for a superlative onboard adventure, the all-new Silver Spirit has never looked better or felt cosier.

Silver Spirit offers guests a complete cruise experience. With one of the highest space-to-guest ratios in the business and eight superlative luxury dining options, she maintains our world-famous service standards and home-away-from-home feel. Spacious decks leave plenty of room for relaxation, yet the cosy niches make sure that there is something for everyone. Meet like-minded friends, enjoy first-class dining and relax on our original Silversea flagship.

Silversea Cruises will be operating an extended Indian Ocean Island and Southern Africa programme when the Silver Spirit returns to our region later this year. What can luxury-seeking clients expect?

Silversea Cruises are perfect for those who like the finer things in life, offering a luxury cruise experience without travelling long-haul. It is also an excellent way to revisit or further explore our incredible country from the Silversea perspective.

Silver Spirit will make her way from Dubai in a series of voyages.

• Dubai to Mumbai (9 nights) or a longer option from Dubai to Mahe (18 nights), with calls in the Middle East, India and around the stunning islands of Seychelles.

• Mahe to Cape Town (15 nights) offers an incredible itinerary, including calls in Zanzibar and Madagascar as well as the chance to explore our incredible wildlife from her call at Richards Bay, also with plenty of sea days to just relax and breathe in the Indian Ocean while enjoying all the luxury onboard.

• A series of voyages along the South African coastline and Namibia – a Cape Town round trip (15 nights), or newly introduced shorter sector voyages between Cape Town and Durban and vice versa.

Fares vary depending on the voyage, but range from around $4 500 per person fully inclusive, however, guests may benefit from exclusive promotions when booking through Cruise Vacations. Contact Cruise Vacations to get aboard the most luxurious ship sailing our waters this year!

the Cruise Vacations website.

For more information: 011 5140564 info@cruise-vacations.co.za or contact your travel agent.

SPACIOUS DECKS LEAVE PLENTY OF ROOM FOR RELAXATION, YET THE COSY NICHES MAKE SURE THAT THERE IS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.

Scan this QR code to go directly to

We profile some of the black-owned wine producers’ brands that represented South Africa at this year’s Vinexpo America in New York; and share some suggestions to sip, swirl and snuggle through the winter months with South African red wines and port.

Published by:

A proud division of Arena Holdings (Pty) Ltd Hill on Empire, 16 Empire Road (cnr Hillside Road), Parktown, Johannesburg, 2193 PO Box 12500, Mill Street, Cape Town, 8010 www.businessmediamags.co.za

EDITORIAL

Content Manager: Raina Julies rainaj@picasso.co.za

Contributors: Keith Bain, Trevor Crighton, Caryn Gootkin, Nia Magoulianiti-McGregor, Itumeleng Mogaki, Anthony Sharpe

Copy Editor: Brenda Bryden

Content Co-ordinator: Natasha Maneveldt

Digital Editor: Stacey Visser vissers@businessmediamags.co.za

DESIGN

Head of Design: Jayne Macé-Ferguson

Senior Design: Mfundo Archie Ndzo

Advert Designer: Bulelwa Sotashe

Cover Image: Kevin Mark Pass

SALES

Project

PRODUCTION

Production Editor: Shamiela Brenner

Advertising Co-ordinator: Fatima Dramat

Subscriptions and Distribution: Fatima Dramat, fatimad@picasso.co.za

Printing: CTP Printers, Cape Town

MANAGEMENT

Management Accountant: Deidre Musha

Business Manager: Lodewyk van der Walt

General Manager, Magazines: Jocelyne Bayer

Copyright: No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent of the publisher. The publisher is not responsible for unsolicited material. Business Day Prime is published by Picasso Headline. The opinions expressed are not necessarily those of Picasso Headline. All advertisements/advertorials have been paid for and therefore do not carry any endorsement by the publisher.

Living my purposE

Carolyn Steyn is busy … exercising too long on her elliptical machine, studying too hard for her advanced French written exam, hosting a radio show on Hot 102.7 FM six evenings a week, sitting on the board of the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra and The French Institute of South Africa, receiving a French knighthood (giving her thank you speech in flawless French) and, her raison d’etre: running 67 Blankets for Nelson Mandela Day.

“I’m living the life I’m meant to be living,” she says.

A PURPOSE-DRIVEN LIFE

Every step along the way has led to this place of purpose, she says. Studying drama at Wits, being in a blue funk following her divorce to Douw in 2003 after a few months of marriage – “there were lonely, dark days when I couldn’t get out of bed” – but willing herself to carry on, performing in theatre, hosting a radio and TV show, plunging herself into life, and her remarriage to Douw

10 years later. “He had become a much nicer man – age brings wisdom.” And then that day at Douw’s birthday lunch over nine years ago when Zelda La Grange, Nelson Mandela’s former aide, suggested Steyn make 67 blankets for Mandela Day in July.

Steyn roped in friends, and “this force for good snowballed” until in 2015, she found herself walking into maximum security prisons to solicit the help of some pretty tough people. “It was in partnership with the Department of Correctional Services. I think any guy in prison willing to pick up wool and a crochet hook is trying to make some sort of apology. I think of it in terms of broken trust being knitted together.

“Zelda gave me the biggest gift. It became a lifeline. I would probably just be shopping or

lunching if 67 Blankets hadn’t happened. Instead, I lead a purpose-driven life. I get up every day for a reason.”

Her “KnitWits for Madiba” has broken several world records, including the world’s largest portrait blanket of over 8 000 square metres with Nelson Mandela’s face memorialised in wool. “Respect for the project and the memory of Madiba is huge,” she says. The memory of her mom, Yvonne Mazotti, who grew up in an orphanage, also drives much of Steyn’s philanthropic work.

When she’s not busy, Steyn nurtures her Yorkshire Terriers, BB and Blondi, and makes time for inspiration to flow for projects. She swims – “I let my mind wander in the pool” – or walks a few kilometres within the grounds of her home in Steyn City, north of Joburg. There’s plenty of space: the lifestyle estate, formerly a disused quarry, stretches across 2 000 acres of parklands. It was conceived by her husband. “He said, “I’m going to build a city …” “Ridiculous!”, I replied. “But that’s the genius of Douw Steyn, the forward thinker.” It was fully sanctioned by Madiba. “They had a father-son relationship.

“I didn’t really want to leave our home in Sandhurst, but when our house was finished, we came for the weekend and never left. We’re breathing and living the reality of his dream.”

On her desk are books designed to nudge her French into even better shape. At 63, one is particularly relevant. “Translated, it’s called Your Second Life Begins When You Understand You Only Have One. I believe that. We have to look after our one body, one mind and one life.”

Steyn says the film that grabbed her recently, Living starring Bill Nighy, has a similar theme. “He has a few months left to live, he wants to live them well. What he doesn’t realise is the difference he’s made in the lives he’s touched.”

She loves travelling and watching theatre, ballet and musicals, but loves touching lives more. “It’s such simple, easy work. Stitch by stitch, we’re making a difference by keeping people warm. But, it’s not just the people receiving the blankets that benefit. People making the blankets find a sense of community, friendship and purpose. It’s turned into my whole world. I feel very lucky.”

BE A KNITWIT

If you can knit scarves, squares or blankets, go to www.67blankets.co.za to find the ambassador in your area. If you can’t, donations of wool, knitting needles and crochet hooks are welcome as are cash donations.

“ZELDA GAVE ME THE BIGGEST GIFT. IT BECAME A LIFELINE. I WOULD PROBABLY JUST BE SHOPPING OR LUNCHING IF 67 BLANKETS HADN’T HAPPENED. INSTEAD, I LEAD A PURPOSE-DRIVEN LIFE. I GET UP EVERY DAY FOR A REASON.”

Carolyn Steyn is a philanthropist, arts patron, media personality, radio presenter, member of a few boards and self-styled KnitWit promoting “goodwool”, writes NIA MAGOULIANITI-MCGREGOR

Carolyn Steyn

The Capital’s collection of affordable hotels offers value for money and an unforgettable experience for travellers seeking comfort, relaxation, and family-friendly activities.

Located in the breathtaking Zimbali Coastal Eco-Estate, The Capital Zimbali is a resort home for leisure travellers. Surrounded by lush greenery and stunning views of the Indian Ocean, this resort provides a tranquil and luxurious environment. The spacious rooms and suites are furnished and equipped with modern amenities, ensuring an extra comfortable stay for families.

Children can enjoy the Funverse, a dedicated play area with childminders during major holidays, while adults relax by the poolside or book spa treatments. Additionally, there is a pick of activities, including golf, tennis, pickleball, trail running and walks or mountain biking. The Capital Zimbali is the perfect destination for those wanting a break from everyday life.

BEACH-LOVERS, WE’VE GOT YOU COVERED

The Capital Pearls is a gem situated in Durban’s iconic Umhlanga. The hotel offers contemporary aparthotels with amazing ocean views and provides families with a home-away-from-home experience. The fully equipped kitchens and dining areas allow guests to enjoy self-catering options, perfect for families with children.

Located along the Umhlanga Pier, there is plenty to see and do while taking a stroll to absorb it all. The Capital Pearls also boasts top-notch business facilities. Its multifunctional venues can accommodate a variety of functions from conferences and banquets to the wedding of your dreams.

PRO TIP:

Engage with the hotel staff who can provide valuable local insights and recommendations.

TRULY KNOW WHAT LEISURE IS WITH THE CAPITAL HOTELS, APARTMENTS & RESORTS

HELLO CAPE TOWN

Moving to the heart of Cape Town’s bustling city centre, The Capital 15 on Orange is a stylish and contemporary hotel. Set within Cape Town’s richly historical Company’s Garden and anchored by Table Mountain and Lion’s Head, this hotel basically defines leisure travel.

The spacious suites provide ample room for those looking to immerse themselves in complete relaxation or for families needing space to enjoy their time away. The on-site restaurants offer a diverse range of cuisines to cater for all tastes, even the little one’s tastebuds. With its proximity to both nature and urban attractions, 15 on Orange is the ideal base for those looking to explore Cape Town.

SAWUBONA MBOMBELA

The Capital Mbombela offers a warm and welcoming environment for those who want to take time to unwind or have business in the Mpumalanga region. The hotel’s spacious rooms and suites provide a comfortable retreat after a day of adventure.

Families can explore the nearby attractions or go shopping and splurge at the iLanga Mall, next to the hotel. The Capital Mbombela is a true gem for travellers seeking a blend of natural beauty and modern comforts.

HOW TO ENJOY THE BEST LEISURE EXPERIENCE

As you plan that well-deserved trip and keep in mind the three Ps to ensure a seamless and enjoyable experience.

• Plan ahead and make reservations for popular attractions or activities to avoid disappointment.

• Pack essentials such as sunscreen, insect repellent, and comfortable clothing suitable for various activities.

• Prepare a flexible itinerary that allows for downtime and spontaneous exploration.

The Capital’s Hotels, Apartments & Resorts is where you need to be if you’re looking for unforgettable experiences. Whether you prefer beachfront, luxury, vibrant city life or exploring natural wonders, The Capital makes sense.

Scan this QR code to go directly to the THE CAPITAL website.

For more information: Reservations +27 (0) 11 290 9700 reservations@thecapital.co.za

When it comes to leisure travel, finding the perfect hotel that caters to your family’s needs is important

The Capital Zimabli – Luxury Room

The Capital Mbombela – elevATE Restaurant & Bar

The Capital 15 on Orange

CUDDLE UP IN WARM-HEARTED KWAZULU-NATAL

Its seaside resorts are a summertime sensation, but this winter, we invite you to explore KwaZulu-Natal’s warm-hearted (if sometimes snowy) interior. KEITH BAIN picks half-a-dozen places to check into for a cosy escape

ANTBEAR ECO-LODGE

Between Estcourt and Mooi River, about two-and-a-half hours from Durban, Antbear is a charming rural eco-lodge that situates you in close proximity to the Drakensberg mountains. Suites offer either mountain or gardens views, but the one to go for is hands down the luxury cave, a romantic hideaway built beneath a rock overhang – there’s a deck out front, a Jacuzzi bath in the bedroom, plus a fire to crank up in the lounge. There are the extraordinary views by day and a star-smothered sky at night, long hikes to go on, and farm animals for that rural touch (a herd of Jersey cows supplies the raw milk for the fresh cream, butter, cheese and yoghurt you’ll get at breakfast – and there are always fresh-baked goods at mealtimes. If you want to explore, it’s close to Giants Castle, one of the Drakensberg’s highlights.

Suites from R1 850 per person per night. including dinner and breakfast; the cave is R5 000 per couple per night.

076 441 2362 or 036 352 3143, antbear.co.za

BIYELA LODGE

A community-owned tourism development project that has enabled the rewilding of some 16 000 hectares of land, mFulaWozi Wilderness is adjacent to Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park. Here, snazzy Biyela Lodge is named for a local chief and comprises 12 huge concrete-and-glass freestanding suites that overlook a bend in the White Umfolozi River. Designed by architect Peter Whitehouse with interiors by Michelle Throssell, each room is a mix of lavish space, pretty views and contemporary decor in vibrant shades of green. There’s not a stitch of plastic to be seen – instead, it’s all grass baskets, wood, stone and metal that will last forever. Some suites are situated up on high while others are closer to the river’s edge, and the entire lodge is off the grid with solar power and water sourced locally and supplied via a filtration plant. Fabulous Zululand hospitality, informative game drives and immersive bush walks are part of the package, and there is top-notch food and a chance to learn more about Zulu culture and heritage from storytellers and other local experts.

From R8 500 per person sharing per night, including all meals, local drinks and game drives (discounted South African resident rates may be available).

079 474 1817, mfulawoziwilderness.com

FLITWICK RANCH

For a dose of genuine country living, this lodge in the southern Drakensberg’s Swartberg area offers majestic views, pure country air, abundant birdlife and access to outdoor adventures – plus authentic farm life. Accommodations vary – from rooms with access to communal kitchens in the converted former cheese factory and rejigged bull stables to quarters in a villa on the lake and others in the pretty garden cottage. All have wood-burning stoves to keep things toasty during winter’s potential temperature plunge. And there’s plenty to keep you busy, from trout fishing and bird-watching to horse riding and mountain biking, you can even paddle a kayak on the dam. There are farm tours and tractor rides, and activities specifically for youngsters. On after-dark game drives, you could spot rare nocturnal animals, and there’s a very satisfying sunset drive up to a mountaintop that puts you in full view of a vast swathe of east Griqualand and much of the southern Drakensberg. Flitwick’s restaurant is quite the spot for languid breakfasts and long, lazy lunches and dinners when you’re not in the mood to cook. They also have dedicated overnight spa packages for couples (R4 450 per couple, including various treatments, dinner, breakfast and accommodation) if you’re looking for a romantic mid-winter getaway. From R930 per night for two guests. 078 000 3817, flitwickranch.com

THULA THULA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE

Established by the legendary “Elephant Whisperer”, Lawrence Anthony, and now run by his widow, the formidable Françoise Malby Anthony, a French former fashion designer who has become a passionate conservationist, this is an ever-evolving private reserve where guests can get a sense of what it means for conservationists to be directly hands-on and actively involved in

ensuring that animals in their care are looked after and secure. Last year, Malby Anthony published a new book about the famed elephants of Thula Thula and her underlying message about the urgent need to address mass species extinction is echoed by rangers during game drives. While here, you have a choice of staying either in the more down-home, old-school, bush-ensconced Luxury Tented Camp or in the thatched rooms

MOORCROFT MANOR

This small country hotel occupies a repurposed farmhouse at the foot of the southern Drakensberg mountains – it’s quaint, cute and a wonderfully cosy break from daily life. Apart from the tranquil setting, there is the lushness of the gardens; expansive grounds include a lake, beyond which views stretch to those epic mountains that span the horizon. With just 12 rooms (all properly heated), the boutique-scale intimacy means you get lots of personal attention, although you are easily able to find peace and solitude, too. If exploring is more your thing, it’s less than 3km from the centre of Himeville and close to the border – so bring your passport (and a 4x4) if you crave a trip up the Sani Pass and into Lesotho. Staff can sort you out with hiking guides and arrange horse rides. You can ride your bike on mountain trails or fish for trout (some of the best fly-fishing in the world happens in this area). If you prefer a different kind of adventure, massages and spa

treatments are available, and the restaurant is renowned in this part of the world, especially for its popular weekend brunches – produce is sourced in nearby Underberg and from local farmers.

From R1 440 per person sharing per night, breakfast included.

033 702 1967 or 071 027 7867, moorcroft.co.za

and suites at the Elephant Safari Lodge with its slightly more gentrified atmosphere. The reserve also caters to day visitors, but it’s quite a drive across a few wretched roads to reach the reserve, so spending at least a night is recommended.

From R4 680 per person sharing per night in a luxury safari tent, including all meals and two game drives daily.

087 945 5352, thulathula.com

RHINO RIDGE SAFARI LODGE

Magnificently situated on an elevated rocky ridge overlooking a vast swathe of raw wilderness, Rhino Ridge was the first private lodge within Hluhluwe-iMfolozi Park, designed to take complete advantage of the landscape that unfolds from below the large wooden deck where you’ll linger over breakfasts and sumptuous high teas. Many guests choose to plant themselves on the terrace and simply stare across the expansive landscape for hours as they spot animals poking out between the trees and bushes. The large stand-alone cottages feature colossal beds, open-plan bathrooms that share a two-way fireplace with the bedroom and sitting area and wall-to-ceiling foldaway glass doors that connect you directly with the majestic plains beyond – it’s a terrific location from which to witness the slow, psychedelic transformation of the sky at dawn.

From R2 303 per person per night, including all meals and two game drives daily (this special SADC rate does not apply in July and August, however).

035 474 1473, rhinoridge.co.za

PROPERTY INVESTMENT AS A TOOL TO BUILD WEALTH

Investors looking to enter the property market can do so in one of two ways. “You could buy shares in the listed property sector through Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) or invest directly in bricks and mortar,” says Andrew Dewey, managing director of Swindon Property. “The listed property sector provides dividends and return on investment as well as potential growth in share value, whereas brick-and-mortar buildings offer a return on investment and long-term capital growth in terms of the asset.”

Jonathan Henning, wealth planner at Kanan Wealth, advises investors to first consider their objectives, risk tolerance and requirements before jumping into any investment strategy, property included. Dewey agrees: “It depends on where you are in your financial life cycle and what you require out of the investment, whether you are looking for a good solid return or looking to take a little more risk and rather look at long-term capital growth.”

When buying property directly, consider whether you want to invest in residential or commercial (retail, commercial and industrial) property. “Each class of property has its own pros, cons, and regulations to navigate,” says Henning.

“I consider residential and industrial the two best sectors to focus on. Residential because humans always need shelter and demand increases with population growth, and industrial because manufacturing is in huge demand, cloud servers need to be housed securely and indoor farming is on the cards.”

BRICKS AND MORTAR VS INVESTING IN LISTED COMPANIES

Returns on bricks and mortar come from rental income and capital growth. “Residential property has traditionally shown lower returns than commercial, but there is sometimes potential for much higher capital

growth,” says Dewey. “Capital growth often boils down to hoping that demand for an area goes up and you’re lucky enough to have a property in that area,” says Henning. “Research the area to determine if there are positive trends to support future growth, but remember you have far less control over this element than rental income.”

Rental income is tied closely to how you manage the property, so research the yield of similar properties. “As a first-time investor, residential property has the lowest barrier to entry because banks give 20–30 year mortgages, making it more likely that rental income can cover your repayments,” says Henning. “You may also get a bond for 80–100 per cent of the purchase price, meaning you need less cash upfront to acquire the property. However, you will need cash for transfer fees, bond registration fees, transfer duties, deposits and possible renovations.”

Astute investors in bricks and mortar have the knowledge and confidence to work the asset.

“You have a lot more control over investing in fixed property than investing in listed companies where you rely on the company to perform and work the assets effectively,” says Dewey. “You must understand

the market – area and values –you are investing in. What is the value of property in that area? What rentals can you achieve based on the look and feel of the property? In the listed sector, look at competing REITS, where their share price sits, what their investment strategy looks like and what their dividend payouts and growth in share value have been over last three to five years.”

If you don’t have the necessary knowledge and expertise to make informed decisions, consider putting together a consortium of like-minded individuals with complementary skill sets. Or consult a professional. “Financial advisory firms can assist you in the listed property sector,” says Dewey. “For direct investments, a good brokerage house such as Swindon for commercial property, or a good residential property company in the area will be able to give you the stats and the information to help you understand values more accurately and do a proper market analysis.”

All factors considered, there are opportunities across South Africa to invest in property. “Look for an investment where you don’t need to outlay too much capital and can achieve a rental that covers your bond repayments and running costs,” says Henning. “This is the ultimate long-term investment and wealth generation tool.”

“THE LISTED PROPERTY SECTOR PROVIDES DIVIDENDS AND RETURN ON INVESTMENT AS WELL AS POTENTIAL GROWTH IN SHARE VALUE, WHEREAS BRICK-AND-MORTAR BUILDINGS OFFER A RETURN ON INVESTMENT AND LONG-TERM CAPITAL GROWTH.” – ANDREW DEWEY

Jonathan Henning

Andrew Dewey

The South African property market has traditionally shown solid returns. CARYN GOOTKIN nds out how to make money out of property

FINANCE TIPS AND HABITS

Creating

We all long to have enough money, so we never have to think about money.

“It helps to remember that the wealthy are very money conscious,” says Farzana Botha, segment manager at Sanlam Risk and Savings. “Which is not to say they are penny pinchers, but rather that they are astute about how they use their money – be it spending, saving or investing.”

SPENDING

Budgeting and actively reviewing your budget as your financial needs change is crucial to any successful financial plan. “The creation of wealth is about not spending money you don’t have,” says Cassandra Ison, independent financial advisor at Privado Wealth. “Spending should be a conscious act; frugal spending habits limit wasteful overspending, the biggest wealth destroyer.”

Always shop around. “Do your research and look for deals,” says Botha. “Even when buying groceries, leverage rewards systems and discounts to make sure your money is working hard for you.”

SAVING

“When you save money by buying on sale or getting a discount, put the difference away to make your money grow,” says Botha. Savings allow you flexibility and choice. “Saving for emergencies gives you peace of mind that you can afford whatever life throws at you,” says Ison. “During COVID-19, if you had sufficient savings,

you could survive without dipping into your investments. Savings also give you choices and personal opportunities, such as taking a sabbatical or changing careers.

“Paying yourself first every month refers to paying your future self by saving now,” says Ison. “Starting to save early for your retirement allows you the choice and freedom of deciding when you want to retire.”

Some banks and companies offer stashing systems. “They round off your spend and put it into an investment account, be it a tax-free saving account or a money market account,” explains Botha. “Build in mechanisms that allow you to save, even unconsciously, because it adds to building your financial portfolio and compounds over time.” Ison adds that to benefit from compounding growth – earning returns on your original investment plus the returns – you should always reinvest your returns into the investment.

INVESTING

Investing for generational wealth is a long-term project requiring patience and ongoing education about financial markets, inflation, risk and diversification. “Diversification of investments lowers your risk, assists with weathering the ups and downs of the market and helps maximise potential returns over the longer term,” says Ison. Diversification doesn’t only mean having many different assets. “Diversification means considering all scenarios and putting money aside to meet each scenario using multiple asset types to mitigate your risk,” says Botha.

For example, insurance (life, sickness and disability and medical), often referred to as a “grudge purchase”, provides financial certainty and security, says Ison.

Economic uncertainty in South Africa makes investing offshore crucial for investment and currency diversification. “Investing offshore requires knowledge of tax liabilities, product benefits and estate planning implications to ensure your wealth is preserved for future generations,” explains Ison.

A proper financial plan is crucial. “A qualified financial advisor can help you identify the most appropriate investment vehicles and manage your portfolio to maximise growth, ensure tax efficiency, and build wealth into the future,” says Ison. “Investing in inflation-beating assets such as property (bricks and mortar or Real Estate Investment Trusts) will assist in preserving capital.”

Estate planning, crucial for the financial future of one’s family, involves determining how one’s assets will be preserved and distributed in the event of death or becoming incapacitated.

“Consider the tax consequences of each investment vehicle; knowing the best way to pass on assets is integral to the success of generational wealth,” advises Ison.

We’ve all heard of family wealth squandered by heirs. “Many families lose their wealth because the next generation is not equipped to manage their inheritance, let alone continue to build on it,” says Botha. “Those that can leave a financial legacy must ensure they also transfer the necessary financial knowledge and skills to protect it.”

“When concerned about wasteful expenditure, establishing a family trust means choosing a board of trustees to look after the wealth for generations to come,” says Ison.

wealth for our own and future generations is the holy grail of nancial planning.

CARYN GOOTKIN asks the experts for some tips

“DIVERSIFICATION MEANS CONSIDERING ALL SCENARIOS AND PUTTING MONEY ASIDE TO MEET EACH SCENARIO USING MULTIPLE ASSET TYPES TO MITIGATE YOUR RISK.” –FARZANA BOTHA

Farzana Botha

Cassandra Ison

EVERYWHERE, A TOUCH OF LUXURY

Luxury lifestyle estates are booming across South Africa – here’s why, writes TREVOR CRIGHTON

The combination of luxury, convenience and safety is a tough trifecta to beat – which is why more and more developments that tick each of those boxes are springing up around the country at a rapid rate. In offering a kind of self-contained city, these estates are finding favour with first-time buyers and investors as investment properties.

CITY CENTRE (NORTHERN JOHANNESBURG)

Steyn City’s flagship City Centre development offers a secure, lock-up-and-go address only 15 minutes from Lanseria. The development’s world-class facilities make it possible for residents to pursue their favourite activities, from golf to cycling and horse riding, running and swimming. Within Steyn City are 2 000 acres of secure parklands to explore, including a 300m lagoon opposite City Centre with kayaks, stand-up paddle boards, pedaloes and water slides to make every day feel like a holiday.

City Centre benefits from uninterrupted services, thanks to backup generators and piped gas, as well as backup water reservoirs. It comprises one-bedroom simplex and two- and three-bedroom simplex and duplex units, ranging in size from 69m2 to 316m2. The apartment rooms are large enough to accommodate king-size beds, have wide passages and high ceilings, private studies, separate TV lounges and, in some homes, internal lifts. Each apartment features luxe touches such as integrated Gaggenau kitchen appliances, Kohler sanitaryware, double-glazed windows and climate control.

Another aspect that sets City Centre apart is a “rent-to-own” option, which makes the coveted lifestyle accessible to a larger number of first-time homeowners, as well as those reeling from the financial effects of the high interest-rate environment. Residents can rent at affordable rates for two years, after which they have the opportunity to purchase their apartment. This means they’re able to save on rates, taxes and levies during the rental period, and the combined rental payments from the 24-month lease period go towards the purchase price, making for an incredible saving.

“Steyn City Properties conducted research among people who had booked site visits over the past 18 months

to find out whether they would consider making the City Centre their home. The responses were overwhelmingly positive, but a number of respondents indicated that, attractive as our proposition may be, the high-interest-rate environment was currently a barrier to entry,” says Steyn City Properties’ head of sales and rentals, Lambert Bezuidenhout. “Our rent-to-own model makes more options available for such buyers by allowing them to experience City Centre without making a permanent commitment and structuring a model that protects them against interest rate hikes for two years. Furthermore, people wishing to experience luxury apartment living at Steyn City can now do so, giving them a two-year grace period to decide whether or not apartment living is for them.”

INJABULO LIFESTYLE ESTATE (MARGATE)

Located near Margate in the centre of the Kwazulu-Natal (KZN) South Coast, Injabulo Lifestyle Estate offers 254 freestanding homes, each with a private garden. Residents can enjoy

glorious ocean views, spectacular sunrises and secure living.

The 12-hectare estate offers a mix of modern homes with quality finishes and family-oriented amenities to provide a secure living experience. It’s replete with beautiful parks, marked cycling and walking trails and the Injabulo Lifestyle Centre, with a restaurant, day clinic, pharmacy, laundry, gym and retail offerings.

Injabulo Lifestyle Estate comprises two-bedroom, one-bathroom; three-bedroom, one-bathroom; and three-bedroom, two-bathroom homes, priced from R995 500.

Cordev director Donovan Barnard explains the elements that set Injabulo apart from other developments in the area. “Injabulo is an affordable lifestyle estate aimed at addressing the needs of the ‘missing middle’ of the residential property market. The development has been declared a catalyst for economic development in the region by the Ray Nkonyeni Local Municipality, with phase

Freestanding home with private garden.

Urban glam – a one-bedroom luxury apartment.

City Centre

Lambert Bezuidenhout

one already creating numerous employment opportunities. Solar farms are planned for the second phase of the development and filtered borehole water is being investigated.”

He says there is an acute lack of well-located housing that offers a secure and affordable lifestyle in the area. “Injabulo solves that problem by offering newly built homes with low maintenance costs, which give rental investors a steady cash flow due to the high demand for rental properties in the area.” The appeal of the natural surrounding environment shouldn’t be discounted either. “The proximity to nature, infinite ocean views, rolling green hills, warm KZN weather and clean air are awe-inspiring,” says Barnard. “The Global Wellness Institute believes that residential real estate is the next frontier to be transformed radically. Our homes, communities and surrounding environment directly affect our daily behaviours and lifestyles and, together, these determine up to 80 to 90 per cent of our health outcomes.”

SITARI COUNTRY ESTATE (HELDERBERG)

Situated in the Helderberg, Sitari Country Estate’s selection of premium village and country homes offers a meticulously detailed upmarket property opportunity for residents and investors. The new phase of expertly designed homes – named Pettigo Crescent – adds even more appeal to the award-winning estate and, situated as they are in prime position within it, offer effortless access to Olive Grove Park and several impressive estate amenities, including the scenic cycling and jogging route.

Luxury quartz countertop kitchens and expansive open-plan living areas and contemporary, stylish and homely features include two exterior and interior mood options – Midnight Moon and Earth Awakening. Both moods seamlessly complement the impressive finishes from top-quality brands. Twenty of the fifty-three freestanding homes in Pettigo Crescent have also been fully fitted with 5KVA inverter systems.

“Sitari is certainly the largest lifestyle estate of its kind in the Helderberg, ultimately consisting of more than 4 000 residential properties aimed at a wide spectrum of buyers from all life stages,” says Sitari property sales managing director Claudius Combrinck. “It can be considered a mega-estate, with the primary emphasis being safety and security of its residents, followed by lifestyle and finally convenience.” Developed in partnership with Kevin Gadd Architects, Pettigo Crescent homes offer three to five bedrooms, with two to three-and-a-half bathrooms, and vary in size from 190m2 to 350m2 . Prices start from R3 795 000 for a three-bedroom, two-bathroom, double garage home to R5 995 000 for a five-bedroom, three- or three-and-a-half-bathroom, double garage home.

Prices include VAT, with no transfer duty, transfer cost and bond cost payable.

Combrinck says that buyers into the estate are typically families – either young families with small children wanting a new home or more established families looking to expand into larger family homes.“We also have apartments on offer aimed at working professionals.

Primarily, Sitari Country Estate appeals to buyers wanting to buy-to-live rather than buy-to-rent.”

CITY CENTRE BY NUMBERS

• Steyn City’s City Centre development comprises over 700 apartments plus 11 penthouses.

• Architectural design is by SCAD (Steyn City Architecture Design – a joint venture between Nsika Architects, dbm Architects and Boogertman & Partners).

• The development’s 18 uniquely designed apartment cores create a small “village” instead of one large monolithic block, with each village built around a treed piazza, all interlinked and built on a steeped hillside in the manner of yesteryear’s citadel.

• No two apartments are the same, but each is home automation ready.

• City Centre has a super sub-basement with capacity for 2 000 cars, which provides an entirely pedestrianised zone above the basement level.

• A ring road gives access to all 18 cores for ease of navigation and identification.

• A network of truck tunnels for essential services beneath the basement keeps services hidden.

• Refuse chutes from all floors straight down into service tunnels ensure waste is kept out of sight.

“INJABULO IS AN AFFORDABLE LIFESTYLE ESTATE AIMED AT ADDRESSING THE NEEDS OF THE ‘MISSING MIDDLE’ OF THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY MARKET.” –DONOVAN BARNARD

A Sitari premium village home.

A luxurious main bedroom.

Claudius Combrinck

Sea views from the spacious lounge area.

ART

Featuring

16 The bloom of the fever tea tree – Introducing Cape Town-based African artist Tafadzwa Tega.

17 Strauss & Co: Single artist for the auction dedicated to JH Pierneef; and a series of outstanding achievements auction house.

20 Turbine Art Fair – Celebrating a bold move to its new home at Hyde Park Corner.

21 Galleries in the spotlight.

22 The Javett Art Centre at the University of Preforia.

THE BLOOM OF THE FEVER TEA TREE

Cape Town-based African artist TAFADZWA TEGA recently exhibited at an international art fair

The zumbani flower – the bloom of the “wonder herb” fever tea tree – is an important totem in the works of Zimbabwean artist Tafadzwa Tega, whose bold and colourful paintings with intricate floral backgrounds are inspired by the flower. Through his work, Tega delves into topics such as cultural identity, faith nd customs and the impact of migration and displacement.

His brightly coloured portraits on display at the 1-54 Contemporary African Art Fair in London in October last year, garnered positive response from international art lovers and critics.

Tega exhibited alongside 130 artists from 50 international galleries, including established artists such as Ibrahim El-Salahi, Hassan Hajjaj and South Africa’s own Zanele Muholi, and fellow newcomers Sola Olulode and Pedro Neves.

Born in Harare, Tega obtained a diploma in Fine Art from the National Gallery of Zimbabwe in 2006, specialising in painting and sculpture, and the following year participated in his first group show at the gallery. Relocating to Cape Town – where he is currently based –he continues honing his skills as an artist, establishing a distinctive style of vibrant portraiture showcasing the daily experiences of black people.

Tega participated in Spier Arts Trust’s Creative Block programme, where artists interpret blocks of specific sizes in any way they choose, using any medium and focusing on any subject. The best blocks are curated and purchased – some became part of the Nando’s collection. This gave Tega the chance to sell his art locally and gradually build up confidence in his practice.

Tega has participated in several group and solo exhibitions across South Africa, including Africa without Borders at Gallery MOMO in Cape Town in 2019, and Everard Read at FNB Art Joburg in 2022. Internationally, the Zimbabwean artist’s work has been shown at JD Malat Gallery in London, Mimmo Scognamiglio in Milan and Gallery Daisy on Jeju Island in South Korea.

1-54 CONTEMPORARY AFRICAN ART FAIR

The fair is the only international art fair dedicated to contemporary art from Africa and its diaspora. Nando’s and the Spier Arts Trust returned to the acclaimed fair in 2022 as sponsors, bringing Tafadzwa Tega’s work to this international stage.

REMARKABLE SUCCESS IN THE FIRST HALF OF 2023 FOR STRAUSS & CO

Strauss & Co, a leading African auction house, is pleased to report a series of outstanding achievements and positive outcomes during the first six months of 2023, reports FRANK KILBOURN, executive chairperson, Strauss & Co

Through a diverse range of art, decorative arts, jewellery and wine sales, the company has experienced significant growth and continued success.

The company’s sales strategy, consisting of marquee live-virtual sales and timed online auctions, has proved highly effective. In addition, vibrant themed sales such as Curatorial Voices , which showcased modern and contemporary African art, and the special tribute to pioneer ceramicist Esias Bosch, have added depth and excitement to Strauss & Co’s offerings.

The energetic start to the year is reflected in the impressive turnover, with total sales reaching R183-million, marking a 3.8 per cent increase compared to the same period in 2022. The demand for art and collectables has remained consistently strong, resulting in a commendable combined sell-through rate of 75 per cent.

Strauss & Co has experienced consistent growth in new entrants into the auction market, with new buyers winning between 20–25 per cent of all bids placed. This growth can be attributed to the company’s commitment to leveraging technology and expanding its online reach, as well as its robust marketing campaigns and the strength of the Strauss & Co brand locally and internationally. We have grown our new buyers by 60 per cent over the last five years. We now have a buying base in 48 countries and are confident that we will be able to continue to build on this foundation and keep strengthening the market.

SETTING NEW SALES RECORDS

The art department continues to be the driving force behind Strauss & Co’s success, generating the majority of the company’s turnover. The 12 art sales held thus far in 2023 have achieved exceptional results for both modern and contemporary works. Notable South African modernists such as Hugo Naudé, Alexis Preller, J H Pierneef, Gerard Sekoto, Irma Stern and Vladimir Tretchikoff have garnered significant interest. Irma Stern’s masterpiece, Children Reading the Koran (1939) from her Zanzibar period, achieved a remarkable R22.3-million, an all-Africa record and the highest total for an artwork sold in rand on the African continent.

1. Irma Stern Still Life with Dahlias and Pumpkin Sold for R11 437 500.

2. Alexis Preller The Red Blanket Sold for R6 862 500. 3. Cinga Samson Before the day has a meaning Sold for R2 173 125.

1.

3.

2.

Paintings remain a highly sought-after medium, and Strauss & Co proudly established new South African records for contemporary painters Richard Mudariki, Simphiwe Ndzube, Cinga Samson and Ruby Swinney. Works by renowned artists such as William Kentridge, Dylan Lewis, Zanele Muholi and Robin Rhode have also performed exceptionally well.

STRONG MARKET FOR DECORATIVE ARTS, JEWELLERY AND WINE

The decorative arts department has presented two excellent sales of decorative arts. Achieving results in line with previous years, a sale of jewellery, silver, and furniture in March garnered strong values for sellers. This success can be attributed to the company’s robust systems and commitment to hiring talented professionals.

Strauss & Co’s wine department has proven to be a dynamic collaboration with industry experts, offering collectors thoughtfully curated selections of premium local and international wines.

HIGHLIGHTS

Live sales and the extensive education programme provided by Strauss & Co remain vital components of the company’s identity. The return to in-person events has been a gratifying development, allowing for the personal interaction with collectors that the company cherishes.

A highlight among the recent events was the sale Curatorial Voices: Modern and Contemporary Art from Africa. Strauss & Co collaborated with various experts from across the African continent to present a truly pan-African exhibition and sale. This groundbreaking event allowed the company to showcase the works of signifi cant African artists, including Ablade Glover from Ghana, Prince Twins Seven-Seven from Nigeria, Wycliffe Mundopa from Zimbabwe, and Pilipili Mulongoy from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Strauss & Co is delighted to expand its commitment to art education by publishing

The Sculptures of Sydney Kumalo and Ezrom Legae . This detailed catalogue raisonné, written and researched by Gavin Watkins and Charles Skinner, with design by Kevin Shenton, provides valuable insight into

KEY ACHIEVEMENTS –FEBRUARY TO JUNE 2023

Strong sales performance

•R183 030 486 (3.8 per cent increase on 2022).

•75 per cent combined sell-through rate at auction.

•2 218 number of lots sold.

•21 total sales hosted.

•3 marquee live sales.

•12 art sales.

•7 wine sales.

•2 decorative arts sales.

Record prices

•R22.3-million Irma Stern’s Children Reading the Koran (1939), an all-Africa record.

•R2.17-million for Cinga Samson’s Before the day has a meaning (2016), a South African record.

•R4.1-million for Vladimir Tretchikoff’s Still Life with Magnolias in a Vase (1952), a South African record and world record for a still life.

•R2.3-million for Dumile Feni’s Blue Suede Shoe (1983), a world record.

•R577 625 for Esias Bosch’s Butterfly Lustreware Tile (n.d.), a world record.

•R567 500 for Simphiwe Ndzube’s Night Birds in Tango (2018), a South African record.

•R199 325 for Richard Mudariki’s The Last Judgement (2013), a South African record.

•R175 875 for Ruby Swinney’s Kindergarten, diptych (2019), a world record.

•R105 525 for Sethembile Msezane’s Chapungu – The Day Rhodes Fell (2015), a world record.

Notable artists debuted at auction

•Ben Enwonwu (Nigeria) R624 250.

•Ablade Glover (Ghana) R257 950.

•Wycliffe Mundopa (Zimbabwe) R172 500.

•Prince Twins Seven-Seven (Nigeria) R140 700.

•Pilipili Mulongoy (DR Congo) R92 575.

Collector engagement

•5.20 per cent increase in new bidders.

•4.31 per cent increase in new buyers.

•48 different countries.

•233 420 unique visitors to straussart.co.za.

•60.3 per cent of new clients came via online sales.

Social engagement and education

•3 nonselling exhibitions.

•6 sponsorships, including Art Business Conference in Africa, RMB Latitudes art fair, Hermanus FynArts, catalogue raisonné The Sculptures of Sydney Kumalo and Ezrom Legae by Gavin Watkins and Charles Skinner, SAFIM event (South African Friends of the Israel Museum) and Cassirer Welz Award.

*all prices inclusive of premium

the appreciation and rising values of these important South African modernist sculptors. An exhibition of the works featured in the catalogue raisonné will take place throughout July in the Johannesburg offi ce.

While economic conditions have posed challenges in recent times, including rising interest rates, restrictive monetary policies, adverse currency exchange rates and persistent power outages, Strauss & Co has managed to establish a solid foundation. With the unwavering support of its clients, the company achieves a turnover of over R300-million per annum. Discerning collectors recognise the value and continue to invest in art, jewellery, wine and decorative arts. Whether it’s overlooked early pioneers, bellwether moderns or rand-hedge contemporary artists, opportunities exist in all segments of the collectable market.

We are extremely grateful to our clients for their continued support and are looking

forward to the second half of 2023, where live sales, exhibitions and sponsored talks will continue to offer collectors unparalleled opportunities to engage with exceptional artworks and enrich their collections.

For more information:

Johannesburg

011 728 8246

jhb@straussart.co.za

Cape Town

021 683 6560

ct@straussart.co.za

www.straussart.co.za

Scan this QR code to go directly to the STRAUSS & CO website.

THE DEMAND FOR ART AND COLLECTABLES HAS REMAINED CONSISTENTLY STRONG, RESULTING IN A COMMENDABLE COMBINED SELL-THROUGH RATE OF 75 PER CENT.

ENGAGING. ART. NOW.

The Turbine Art Fair is headed into its second decade and is celebrating this milestone with a bold move to its new home at Hyde Park Corner.

By GLYNIS HYSLOP, TAF founder

The Turbine Art Fair (TAF) that takes place from 27 to 30 July 2023, has become the epicentre of emerging art in South Africa, bringing together galleries, artists and curators from around the country to present and sell contemporary art.

TAF has always been a sensorial fair, where the experience of art becomes an event, not just a passive viewing or a simple “fair”.

To celebrate and enhance this interactive, involving and immersive experience of art, we are thrilled to be moving into a fabulous new venue at Hyde Park Corner in 2023. The TAF location has always been at the forefront of the experience. We are known as a fair that takes art out of “traditional” venues to enable art to be experienced, not just browsed. It is a place for new voices and new perspectives, making art accessible, undaunting and fun! We believe we have curated an innovative and exciting art experience that will take art fairs in South Africa to the next level.

Over the years, TAF has positioned itself as an art fair that understands the importance of visibility by championing emerging artists and galleries while showcasing established artists and

providing an innovative and dynamic experience for visitors. It has become synonymous with accessible art and the innovative use of nontraditional art exhibition spaces.

TAF 23 –The Engaging Art Experience will showcase 30 exhibitors and 10 special projects. This will include a range of galleries from across South Africa, secondary market dealers, print studios, artist organisations, collectives and project spaces with the ongoing aim of exhibiting emerging artists and mid-career artists to emerging and established collectors and audiences.

The public has embraced the ethos of TAF over the last decade we have been in existence, and they have built a longstanding, trusted relationship with the fair, which provides them with a safe and curated space to buy good quality South African contemporary art.

EVOLVING, EDUCATING AND ENGAGING

TAF 23 continues to evolve, push boundaries, educate and go beyond the norms of a traditional art fair, appealing to both the seasoned art collector and those wanting to start the art collecting journey.

“TAF 23 –The Engaging Art Experience is about celebrating the evolution of Turbine Art Fair as it enters its second decade. I’m looking to articulate this with dynamic installations and a more engaged offering,” says Tiaan Nagel, creative director –Turbine Art Fair.

TAF has become synonymous with its special projects programme, and 2023 will not disappoint, with longstanding projects returning and the introduction of some new additions. The TAF Talks programme will include a selection of talks focused on engaging collectors, art enthusiasts and artists and a series of fair walkabouts by selected curators, artists and creative industry experts. TAF’s annual Kids programme is partnering with Lamy & David Krut Projects to provide fun-filled creative activities, including live reading sessions and arts and crafts for all ages.

TAF23 is art, fashion, social, investment, community, fun, and so much more! TAF 2023 will be a place to meet, to share the love of art and learning, and embrace the multicultural energy that is uniquely South African, we can’t wait to see you there.

For more info and tickets, visit www.turbineartfair.co.za

For more information: General enquiries

turbineartfair.info@theforum.co.za

Exhibitor enquiries

turbineartfair@theforum.co.za

Press enquiries marina@mspr.co.za

www.turbineartfair.co.za

Scan this QR code to go directly to the Turbine Art Fair website.

GALLERIES IN THE SPOTLIGHT

BKHZ, ROSEBANK, JOHANNESBURG

Banele Khoza describes her space as a place for creativity, driven and led by expression – a space where you can create a dialogue between art and design.

Solo exhibitions to catch this year: Sethembile Msezane’s Liguqubele iZulu is a foretelling of difficult times ahead following rupture – ukufa kwabantu . Msezane confronts the death of a loved one and a former self she can no longer hold onto. The series of black and white paintings journeys through various forms and finds healing through communion with the ancestral and natural worlds.

SOUTHERN GUILD, CAPE TOWN

Southern Guild pioneers the functional art and collectable design category on the African continent, propelling its artists and designers to make globally relevant, original work. The gallery works closely with its artists and designers to produce new work characterised by unprecedented modes of making, cross-disciplinary collaborations, contemporary craft, sustainability within luxury and the role of design for social impact. Southern Guild is unique on the continent for its hands-on involvement in facilitating production and its interest in the intersection of art and design.

Exhibition not to be missed: Visual activistZanele Muholi’s self-titled, autobiographical exhibition from 15 June to 17 August will occupy the entire gallery. ZANELE MUHOLI features several monumental bronze sculptures – the artist’s largest presentation of new sculpture to date – and introduces new photography in the Somnyama Ngonyama (Hail the Dark Lioness)series. The exhibition also encompasses video work and a dedicated space for programming and educational outreach.

TAKE A VIRTUAL TOUR OF BKHZ GALLERY HERE

ZANELE MUHOLI EXHIBITION

Zanele Muholi

MaxfitSA was founded by two brothers, Levi and Judd Silverman. Both exceptional sportsmen and fitness fanatics, the brothers’ passion for an active lifestyle and entrepreneurship has fuelled the establishment and success of their premium gym equipment company.

MaxfitSA has seen tremendous growth in the corporate gym space. Companies have identified the importance and benefits of implementing corporate wellness programmes to empower employees with the tools to manage work-related stress and promote a healthy work-life balance. MaxfitSA excels here as an industry leader because they provide their clients with personalised guidance from the ground up.

CONSULTATION – THE FOUNDATION OF SUCCESS

Maxfit SA has an inherent understanding that a gym is a reflection of one’s vision and values. That is why they begin with a detailed consultation to understand clients’ needs and expectations. Expert gym designers sit down with clients to gain insight into their vision for the gym. Careful consideration is given to space requirements and equipment preferences to build their clients’ dream-gym. They pride themselves on their success in gaining individualised understandings of all their clients. This enables customised planning to fulfil each client’s unique needs.

PLANNING – CUSTOMISING YOUR VISION

MaxfitSA’s tech team creates a 3D gym design, which simulates a walk through tour of a client’s prospective gym. This allows clients to be active

EMPOWERING SOUTH AFRICANS WITH THE FITNESS TOOLS FOR WELLNESS

From home gyms for the casual lifter to commercial equipment for industry juggernauts such as Planet Fitness and Virgin Active, MaxfitSA caters for all types of customers

participants with the design team, who work meticulously to produce a scaled, accurate representation of a client’s gym. This is tailored back and forth to their clients’ satisfaction. Working together with their clients, they curate the ideal fitness environment using their industry expertise.

DELIVERY AND INSTALLATION – BRINGING YOUR VISION TO LIFE

The delivery and installation of the full facility is done professionally and timeously, transcending plans and designs into reality. MaxfitSA ensures perfect installation and functionality for all projects. This is combined with comprehensive training for safe and effective usage of equipment. Their premium gym equipment allows maximal performance, ultimately delivering a world-class fitness experience.

WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

MaxfitSA’s success is best explained in the words of happy clients.

“Used the guys at MaxfitSA to kit out our corporate gym and they did a stunning job at a fraction of the cost! I would definitely recommend them to anyone. Excellent quality and service!”

- Edmund Ready

“This company is not only precise, helpful and extremely service minded, they also go out of their way to help. I had a great experience ordering my gym gear from Max Fit. Levi, the man we were in contact with was very attentive to our needs for a home gym from day one. We love the quality of the equipment! Shipment is fast and reliable.

Highly recommend this company, will definitely order from them again.”- Marianne

Buchel

“Thanx for the fast and efficient service from Levi and Judd. Delivery to Port Elizabeth within 4 working days...Received the best deals on the treadmill and dumbell weights i ordered”

- Tyronne Ferndale

“This was the fastest delivery I have experienced in my life. Thanks Judd for excellent and prompt service.” - Sipho

Diamini

A GYM FOR ALL PEOPLE

MaxfitSA is passionate about health promotion, achieving goals and satisfying all their clients.

Their efficient service, high-quality equipment and alignment with their customers’ health and fitness values creates the optimal platform for South Africans from all walks of life to conquer their health and fitness endeavors. MaxfitSA have cemented themselves as leaders in the gym equipment industry.

If you are looking to add gym equipment to your current setup or planning to start a new project from scratch, MaxfitSA has you covered.

For more information: Judd Silverman, Co-Founder 0842012102 judd@maxfitsa.co.za www.maxfitsa.co.za

Levi Silverman, Co-Founder 0828969855 levi@maxfitsa.co.za

Scan this QR code to go directly to the Max Fit SA website.

Office Gym for Quantinite

Maxfit Commercial Adjustable Bench

Lions Wing Edwil van der Merwe working out with Maxfit Equipment

FINDING THE RIGHT BALANCE FOR HEALTHY LIVING

ITUMELENG MOGAKI nds out what motivation is needed to get you in the right mindset to adopt new eating and exercise habits for better health balance

It is more important to exercise, rather than focus on how we exercise, shares Tessa Hille, a registered dietician at PAIN, a group of doctors and therapists that share a passion for conservative and holistic pain management. “Hopefully, this statement inspires you to use physical activity to promote healthier heart, lungs, muscles, mind and joints,” she says, adding that World Health Organization recommends at least 150 minutes of exercise per week to sustain health benefits.

“The first thing is to set realistic and sustainable goals. Rather start with easily attainable goals and slowly progress as you go. This will give you a sense of reward and help maintain a positive mindset on the small yet meaningful changes you have implemented.”

THE NUTRITIONAL PLAN

“General healthy eating guidelines are to avoid processed and refined foods as often as possible and to include a wide variety and diversity of whole foods. Whole foods include fruits and vegetables, high-fibre wholegrains, beans and legumes, lean animal proteins and healthy plant-based fats. When it comes to mealtimes, eat regularly, and eat more during the day, in other words, breakfast, lunch and early dinner,” says Hille.

“Ideally, you want to fill half of your plate with colourful fruits and vegetables (equivalent to 1–2 cups’ worth), a palm size of lean protein (animal and/or plant-based sources), a fistful of a high-fibre wholegrain or complex carbohydrate source, and a small portion of a healthy fat source.”

MENTAL PREPAREDNESS

Sports nutritionist and personal trainer

Candice De Mendonça thrives on helping others achieve physical and nutritional goals. She is a firm believer that people should not want to punish themselves at the gym.

“Instant gratification demoralises people who want to keep a healthy body and mind. We need to adapt to a mental discipline of ‘compound interest’ when we exercise. It’s not about gaining muscle or losing fat in a year, but small gains or losses over prolonged periods of regular exercising.”

She adds: “Remember, exercising is not a race but a marathon. It is important to choose something that you will enjoy doing to keep fit.”

De Mendonça advises the following:

• Drink water. When you exercise, you must drink water to keep hydrated. If you are not a fan of drinking water, start with a litre a day and gradually increase to two to three litres over the coming weeks.

• Stick to your lane. Do not compete with anyone. If it’s your first days at the gym and you see people with six-packs and strong muscles, ignore them and stick to your own lane.

• Know your body type. We should not be obsessed with changing ourselves aesthetically. Once you have accepted how you have been made, it will be easier to put in the work to improve areas of your body that will make you feel good –mentally and physically.

EXERCISE OPTIONS

Hille says that keeping a healthy and happy body means including a variety of the following exercises:

• For the heart. Regular aerobic exercise, such as walking, jogging, hiking, cycling and swimming, have a positive impact on the heart. Cardiovascular exercise can improve heart health and lower the chance of developing chronic diseases

(such as diabetes, high blood pressure and cholesterol).

• For the lungs. Aerobic exercises, such as running, cycling, swimming and high-intensity interval training, focus on increasing your rate of breathing to improve oxygen uptake. An increased breathing rate helps to strengthen the muscles used when inhaling and exhaling.

• For the muscles. Regular strength training, such as resistance/weight training and body weight exercises, assists in enhancing muscle strength and decreasing the risk of falls in the elderly.

• For the mind. Mind-body activities, such as yoga and tai chi, assist in lowering stress and anxiety, boosting mood and promoting overall wellbeing. “Green exercise” refers to exercising outdoors and includes hiking, mountain biking, yoga, surfing and kayaking, among others.

• For the joints. Low-impact exercise, such as hydrotherapy, Pilates, yoga and tai chi, decreases the load on your joints and helps to facilitate pain reduction and improve function.

WHY WHEY?

Whey protein is an excellent source of essential amino acids – the building blocks of protein, which are necessary for almost all bodily functions. By incorporating whey protein into your diet, you can support muscle development and repair, which will, in turn, aid in the maintenance of lean muscle mass, promoting overall strength and physical performance.

METALAB, a South African supplements range, sources its whey products responsibly and aligns with the values of environmentally conscious individuals. Additionally, whey protein is enriched with premium DigeZyme digestive enzymes, which play a crucial role in enhancing gut health and improving protein absorption. These enzymes aid in the breakdown of proteins, making them easier to digest and absorb, thereby reducing the likelihood of digestive discomfort while optimising nutrient utilisation.

SALUT!

Featuring

28 A host of black-owned wine producers that represented South Africa at this year’s Vinexpo America in New York.

29 Le Riche – “Best in show” at the Decanter World Wine Awards.

30 Nederburg – An innovative collection of handcrafted wines.

31 Strauss & Co have a record of auctioning rare and collectible wines.

32 Sniff, sip, swirl and snuggle through winter with the finest delectably warming South African tipples.

IBC Ernie Els Wines – Rewarding the exceptional.

TRANSFORMING WINE

THOKOZANI WINES

SHARPE

A host of black-owned wine producers represented South Africa at this year’s Vinexpo America in New York. ANTHONY

checks out some of the highlights

If THE NICE BEVERAGE COMPANY

Picnics, hikes, the back of your bottom desk drawer … sometimes you just need a can of wine. Many people feel this way – the canned wine market is expected to grow 13 per cent per year through 2030. That’s why the folks at The Nice Beverage Company, a black-owned drinks business looking to disrupt the wine market, are so confi dent in their product.

UNFLTRD cans come in two fl avours – Skin, a Semillon/Chenin blend, and Rosé, a 100 per cent Cinsault. The sustainability-minded wines are sourced from winemakers committed to low-intervention, skin-fermentation winemaking and contain the least amount of sulphites possibleand boast a low alcohol by volume. www.nicebevco.africa nicebevco

M’HUDI WINES

The name comes from the Setswana word for “harvester” mohudi. M’hudi Wines has been harvesting grapes and putting them through the alchemical processes that turn them into wine since 2003 when the Rangakas became the fi rst black family to purchase a wine farm in South Africa. Coming from nonwine-related backgrounds, the family members pulled together to learn the necessary skills to create a successful and sustainable wine brand.

Tucked away in a Stellenbosch valley with sandstone soils and cooled by southeasterly winds, M’hudi produces primarily red wines, including a Cabernet Sauvignon, Pinotage and Foro’s Legacy – a blend of Shiraz, Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot. But if you visit on a hot day, you’ll likely appreciate a glass of their barrel-fermented Chenin Blanc. www.mhudiwines.co.za @MhudiWineFarm mhudi_wines

Thokozani Wines has its origin in Diemersfontein owner David Sonnenberg’s desire to make a real, lasting difference in the lives of previously disadvantaged farm labourers. His collaboration with Denise Stubbs led to the creation of a highly acclaimed wine brand, majority owned by workers. In 2020, Thokozani became the majority shareholder in its parent company, Diemersfontein Wines, closing the circle and creating an incredible transformative legacy for both brands. It’s not just a feelgood story, but a tasty one too. Thokozani’s Cabernet Franc 2019 won three trophies at the 2021 Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show 2021, while also being awarded the Grand Cru medal, double platinum and a Top 100 spot in the 2021 National Wine Challenge.

Aside from producing awardwinning wines, Thokozani has taken on Diemersfontein’s existing conferencing business and a property business, offering accommodation to conference visitors and guests. Not bad for a business that started in 2007 with 35 workers receiving R10 000–R20 000 worth of shares. twww.hokozani.co.za

thokozani_sa

AASLINA WINES

The rural village of Mahlabathini in KwaZulu-Natal is about 130km from the nearest wine estate, yet that is where Ntsiki Biyela, winemaker and director of Aslina Wines, grew up. After a stint as a domestic worker, she received a scholarship to study winemaking at the University of Stellenbosch, later working at boutique winery Stellekaya for over a decade. In 2016, she opened her winery, Aslina Wines, named in honour of her grandmother.

Biyela has received several awards for her wine and her broader achievements. The Aslina 2017 Cabernet Sauvignon and Umasane (a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot) won gold at the 2019 Michelangelo International Awards, the latter also taking gold at the 2019 Sakuru Awards in Japan, while the 2018 Cab Sauv and Umasane both took bronze at the 2020 Old Mutual Trophy Awards. Biyela was voted Woman Winemaker of the Year in 2009, was a fi nalist for The Most Infl uential Women in Business and Government two years running, and received the Diversity and Transformation Award at the 2021 Wine Harvest Commemorative Event.

www.aslinawines.com

aslina_wines

KLEIN GOEDERUST

It has a long history, dating back to 1905. However, it really made history in 2019 when it became Franschhoek’s fi rst black-owned wine farm after being purchased by the Siguqa family.

The estate’s fl agship wine is the Nomaroma MCC, named for the family matriarch, Nomaroma, who worked on wine farms for almost four decades. The Chenin Blanc and Chardonnay are aged in French oak for 10 months, with the former also used to make the Noble Late Harvest. On the red front, the Shiraz can be aged up to 10 years, while the Cabernet/Merlot blend has fl avours of ripe plum and dark chocolate.

Klein Goederust won The Authentic South African Experience award at the Ambassador Awards for Wine Tourism 2023. kleingoederust.co.za

@KleinGoederust

@AslinaWines

klein_goederust

Not For Persons Under The Age Of 18.

LEADING SOUTH AFRICA’S FINE WINE MARKET

Strauss & Co have a sterling record of auctioning rare and collectable wines for connoisseurs, writes ROLAND

PEENS, senior wine specialist at Strauss & Co

Over the past five years, we have noted the strong growth in our platform. Prices of Sadie Family, Kanonkop, Alheit and Savage, and many others, are up two- to four-fold. The partnership between art auction house Strauss & Co, fine wine retailer WineCellar.co.za and Sommelier Higgo Jacobs is South Africa’s foremost secondary market platform.

Fine wine has proven to be an excellent, uncorrelated, long-term asset with low volatility, but it needs a secondary market to exist. Since 2019, private clients and wineries can buy and sell mature wines on a trusted auction platform. With 20 years of fine wine experience each [Jacobs and Peens], we perform extensive tastings and recorking clinics for very old wines, ensuring only high-quality bottles and good provenance.

While South Africa produced good wines over the last few generations, it is only in the past decade that South Africa has achieved critical international acclaim. All of South Africa’s 100-point wines have been achieved over the last five years in Kanonkop Paul Sauer 2015, Sadie Skurfberg 2019 and Columella 2019, Porseleinberg 2018 and Mullineux Olerasay No 2. “I reiterate my claim that no country, no wine region has been as dynamic, progressive or indeed, as exciting as South Africa,” comments world leading critic Neal Martin. Master of Wine Tim Atkin further states: ‘’South Africa is making the greatest wine in its history.”

RECORD-BREAKING SALES

“South Africa is making the greatest wine in its history.”

2021, fetching a staggering R996 625, doubling an earlier auction record. Chateau Libertas Red 1957, GS Cabernet 1966, and a small bottle of the Jaubert Family Muscat d’Alexandrie 1800 have all achieved highs of R91 040.

International highlights include the world’s most revered wine in Domaine de la Romanée Conti Romanée Conti 1998, selling at R216 220 per bottle, including commissions. And a 1899 Chateau d’Yquem for R136 560 and a magnum of Lafite-Rothschild from the legendary 1982 vintage for R100 800.

To date in 2023, Strauss & Co has proudly handled and offered 706 lots in six auctions, including some of the rarest and most collectable fine wines from South Africa and abroad, with a satisfactory overall sell-through rate of 87 per cent and one white-glove sale for the Italy and Spain catalogue. The themed and curated catalogues have become highly regarded, and we continue this successful trend, having concluded Rhône; Bordeaux; 10-year-old vintage (2013); Italy and Spain; Burgundy and Champagne and a wonderfully diverse and interesting single private collection sale.

Still to come in 2023 are the annual virtual live three-way producer feature sale in July, Cape Heritage (including sweets, spirits and fortifieds) online in August, another fine Bordeaux (September) and Burgundy and Champagne (October) catalogue, concluding with the popular year-end young guns online sale.

For more information: www.straussart.co.za this QR code to go directly to the Strauss & Co website.

Scan

July will see the second iteration of the Strauss & Co Fine Wine NFT Auction, launched successfully in 2022 with South Africa’s best wineries, this time offering six iconic lots of the most collectable wines on the planet in Harlan Estate, Screaming Eagle, Penfolds Grange, Domaine de la Romanée Conti, Château Mouton Rothschild and Château d’Yquem.  Our partnership with the Cape Winemakers Guild continues and we are proud to handle this prestigious annual auction, along with the Protégé charity platform in October.

Persons Under The Age of 18.

Not for

WINE-TER WARMERS

Sniff, sip, swirl and snuggle through winter with the nest delectably warming South African tipples.

By ANTHONY SHARPE

Calitzdorp is synonymous with port in South Africa, with the soil and dry climate suited to growing Portuguese varietals such as Tinta Barocca and Touriga Naçional. Boplaas is among the better-known farms in the area, and the family-run winery has won heaps of awards for its ports – the product of a happy accident in the 1970s, when the family patriarch Oupa Daniel Nel planted what he thought were Shiraz grapes, but later turned out to be Tinta Barocca. Thankfully, the Nels stuck with their surprise crop and the rest is history.

Boplaas has received more than 20 fi ve-star ratings from the Platter’s by Diners Club South African Wine Guide (Platter’s) , most recently for its Cape Vintage Reserve 2020 (port), while the Heritage White Muscadel received 4.5 stars from Platter’s and double gold at both the Veritas Awards and the Michelangelo International Wine and Spirits Awards

If you need something a little stronger to keep the fi re burning on a cold winter’s night, the estate’s Potstill Reserve 20 Years brandy also picked up fi ve stars from Platter’s , while the 8YO Virgin Cask Whisky received a platinum award at last year’s Michelangelo Awards.

LE RICHE RESERVE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2020

The legacy of Cabernet Sauvignon excellence continues at Le Riche. The Le Riche Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 has been awarded a prestigious Best in Show (97 points), the ultimate accolade attributed to the 50 best wines at the esteemed Decanter World Wine Awards in London, reaffirming Le Riche’s reputation as a producer of world-class Cabernet Sauvignon.

The coveted Reserve Cabernet, the range’s flagship, is an expression of the very best the Stellenbosch-based Le Riche winery can produce.

From the very beginning, Le Riche has pursued a steadfast dedication to Cabernet Sauvignon. “This exceptional recognition for our Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon 2020 (to be released on 3 July) in this distinguished global benchmarking competition highlights our unwavering commitment to producing the finest expression of Stellenbosch Cabernet Sauvignon,” says Christo Le Riche.

De Krans, also in the Calitzdorp area, produces a range of attractively delicious and attractively priced wines, including Chenin Blanc, Chardonnay and Pinotage Rosé, and vegan reds, including a Tinta Barocca/ Tinta Amarela blend, Cabernet Sauvignon and Touriga Naçional.

Any of these will wet your whistle, but if you want to keep that whistle warm, the dessert wines are absolutely to die for. The critics agree: Platter’s awarded the Muscat Blanc 2022 (also known as White Muscadel) five stars and named it dessert wine of the year, while the Cape Vintage Reserve Port was recognised by the South African Wine & Cellar Classifications as one of the Top 100 SA Wines (along with the Touriga Naçional

Intriguingly, the estate also produces South Africa’s first P&T – a port-style wine and tonic. It’s a popular summer cocktail in Portugal and France, so when October rolls around you can order a case.

ERNIE ELS MAJOR SERIES CABERNET SAUVIGNON

The multi-award-winning Ernie Els Major Series Cabernet Sauvignon is a sophisticated and refined choice for wine lovers and golfers alike, boasting an attractive bouquet of dark fruit, cassis, woody spice and vanilla with a powerful palate that lingers on the finish.

Aged for 17 months in French oak barrels (20 per cent new oak), this full-bodied Cabernet contains all nine Cabernet Sauvignon clones grown on the north- and northeast-facing slopes of the Helderberg appellation in Stellenbosch.

Having earned a double gold in the 2022 Veritas Awards, the 2018 vintage went on to place in the top 10 of the Winemag Cabernet Sauvignon Prescient Report, among other industry titles.

Having spent a good amount of time in bottle, the 2018 vintage has a complex flavour profile, proving a good match for dry-aged steak or meat off the braai. The delicate hints of fennel also complement a good braised lamb shank, potjie or even oxtail.

WHAT’S IN A NAME?

Tawny, ruby, vintage reserve … they’re all technically port-style wines, but since 2012, the name Port, like Champagne, is preserved only for wines from Portugal. Like our MCC, though, it still tastes just as good as the European stuff.

Although ready to drink now, this wine can easily age for a decade or more, making it the perfect collector’s item.

Images: Supplied

THE COVETED RESERVE CABERNET, THE RANGE’S FLAGSHIP, IS AN EXPRESSION OF THE VERY BEST THE STELLENBOSCH-BASED LE RICHE WINERY CAN PRODUCE.