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SOUTH AFRICANS: pledging their time, blankets and love for 67 Minutes in honour of the legacy of the late Nelson Mandela A very excited crowd stood around the tent watching and recording the little ones as they performed their dances, saying thank you to those who chose their centre to spread the Madiba charity magic. “Oliver’s House was founded in April 2001. Our focus is on early childhood development, education, skills development and community development.” “We started out running a soup kitchen in the Benoni CBD. In 2004 we opened our education and computer training centre in Woburn Avenue. In 2006 we took the first step towards creating a socially selfsustaining project, Oliver’s Village.” “We are building a number of charity facilities on an 11-acre property in Putfontein, Benoni. In its completed state Oliver’s Village will be able to fulfil the needs of the community.” “We are committed to providing a free and responsible service to the community, and extending these services into as many disadvantaged areas as possible.” Oliver’s Village was the NGO of choice for
many when they decided how they would spend their 67 minutes for Mandela Day. We spoke to some of the bearers of gifts: Jill Jones, a Boksburg resident, handmade 67 blankets to donate to some of the children and grannies at Oliver’s Village. Her husband Doug Jones said that he only provided the transport, but all the hard work of knitting the blankets was done by his wife. Decision Inc, based in Sandton and specialising in information management solutions, made their 67 blankets as a teambuilding exercise and their CEO, Nick Bell, and some staff were there to hand over their handiwork. Above and Beyond is a consumer electronic distribution company, based in Kempton Park, which created a local brand, named Smaak. The team donated cupcakes and a mini-projector that can be used for entertainment and training. Mercedes East Rand Commercial branch were also among the many other individuals and companies which donated to Oliver’s Village on the day.
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“Dis ek, Anna”.. TO DEBUT AT DIFF 2015 Palama Productions will debut their latest feature film Dis ek, Anna at the Durban International Film Festival (DIFF) this year. Based on the fictionalised autobiographical best-sellers Dis ek, Anna and Die Staat teen Anna Bruwer by Anchien Troskie, written under the pseudonym Elbie Lötter, and adapted for screen by Tertius Kapp, the film is produced by Niel van Deventer (Suurlemoen, Anderkant Gister) and directed by Sara Blecher (Ayanda, Otelo Burning). Parts of the film were also shot in Reiger Park, Boksburg. The film is a harrowing, but ultimately uplifting, story of a young woman who finds the strength to pick up the pieces of her shattered world and forge a new life. Anna Bruwer is sexually abused by her stepfather over a period of eight
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Biker killed in accident A man in his thirties was killed and woman injured on Sunday 19 July, when a motorcycle collided with a light motor vehicle at the Wattel and Elm Road intersection in Benoni. According to Russel Meiring from ER24, “ p a r a m e d i c s Picture: ER24. were alerted to the incident by local CPF members, and on their arrival, they found both the light motor vehicle and motorcycle in the middle of the road, some distance apart. “On assessment of the biker, paramedics found that he had already succumbed to his multiple fatal injuries. Unfortunately nothing more could be done for the patient
and he was declared dead.” “The driver of the light motor vehicle was found to have sustained only minor injuries. She was treated for her injuries and thereafter transported to a nearby hospital for further medical treatment.” “The cause of the collision is not yet known but local authorities were on scene for further investigations.”
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Self-styled prophets must SOSHANGUVE PROPHET TURNS STOP DISGRACEFUL CONDUCT SNAKE INTO CHOCOLATE Boksburg resident and ACDP President, Rev Kenneth Meshoe, on Wednesday 15 July said that religious leaders and selfstyled prophets who make their followers eat grass, snakes, hair, rats, and even drink petrol, are abusing the trust of their members and should be instructed to stop their disgraceful conduct immediately. “What they are doing is wrong and is bordering on witchcraft and magic and should therefore be condemned in the strongest possible terms. “They seem to be seeking publicity in the wrong way and in the process are making a mockery of the Christian faith. How does making churchgoers strip off their clothes in church glorify God except to satisfy the lustful eyes of people w h o w a n t to see
naked women in church?” “To use the name of the Lord to promote shameful conduct in the House of the Lord should be rejected and condemned by all Bible-believing Christians, as it has nothing to do with the teaching of scriptures.” “I therefore call on all ministers of the gospel who have received theological training and have been in the ministry for more than 30 years, even before some of these self-styled prophets were born, to reprimand these out-of-order individuals who are making a mockery of the gospel of Jesus Christ.” “Romans 14 that is being used by Penuel Mnguni to legitimise his unbiblical conduct does not promote foolishness and the abuse of the vulnerable. If these so-called prophets want to help their communities, then let them help the poor, destitute, and those that are being destroyed by drugs such as nyaope.” Rev Meshoe was responding to recent incidents reported in the media involving a pastor from Soshanguve who encouraged his congregation to strip naked during a church service, another who fed his congregation grass and other incidents of uncommon behaviour during church services held by certain pastors.
ACDP PRESIDENT: Rev Kenneth Meshoe
Ek lees oor die naweek hierdie aanhaling vanaf ‘n vriend se Facebook muur: “There is never a time when we are not the church. Every action, conversation and decision is informed by and plays out against the backdrop of the relationship we have with Jesus. Everywhere I go, everywhere you go, there is the church. - Reggie McNeal.” Hierdie kort aanhaling is op soveel vlakke van die samelewing ingestel en verwoord beide die verantwoordelikheid van my en
jou as gelowige, en ook die belewenis van hulle waarmee ons die lewe deel. Ek voel regtig trots op mense rondom my wat hierdie snap en sigbaar uitleef. Nie as cliche nie, maar opreg. Ek leer so baie by hierdie lewensgenote. Ek voel egter ook skaam oor ek weet daar soveel geleenthede was en is waar die kerk (soos Reggie McNeal dit beskryf) ‘n Jesus voorhou wat veroordelend, hoogmoedig en afbrekend is. Daarom hoop ek dat ons wat Jesus as Here bely saam kan nadink oor hoe die kerk lyk waar ons is. Ons is nooit iets anders as die sigbare verteenwoordigers van Jesus Christus nie. Ek bid dat ons die genade sal ontvang om Sy liggaam te verheerlik en nie te verneder nie.
Hammanskraal News 16 July 2015 Followers of a Soshanguve based church were ordered to consume a live snake, being told that it would become, and taste like, a chocolate (Chomp). Members of Prophet Penuel’s End Times Disciples Ministries in Soshanguve, North of Pretoria ate parts of a snake, believing it would become chocolate. Images posted on to the church’s social media sites show Penuel dangling a live
snake and dropping it into the mouths of his congregants. ‘’Man of God declared a snake to become a chocolate (Chomp) and the congregation ate it. We have authority to change everything into anything and it will obey because of our authority,” read a post on the church’s Facebook page. The controversial Penuel previously commanded his church to drink petrol and eat cloths.
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Unfathomable water supply problems
The residents of Elspark, Groeneweide and other surrounding areas have allegedly been experiencing endless water supply problems. According to the DA shadow councillor for the area, Clifford Patterson, the constant interruptions of water supply to the houses of local residents are allegedly caused by Rand Water contractors, who are currently working on a bulk water supply project, damaging the already aging infrastructure. Patterson said that he previously spoke to the project leader about this problem, but to no avail; the problem continues. Patterson said that what further frustrates him is the constant project management turnover on this project. He alleges that since the project started he has been to more than one project manager, only to find out the next time that the previous project manager has left and he needs to start the discussions about the problem afresh. Another frustration he experienced, he said,
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was when he spoke to one Rand Water project leader - he was apparently told that the problem lies with the sub-contractor who digs without considering the underground infrastructure that can be damaged. According to one resident from Elspark, who preferred her name not being mentioned, the residents are at their wits’ end. Since this project started they have been experiencing endless water supply outages. Not only do they experience the water outages, but the water would often run down the street or spray high up in the air from a broken pipe – possibly damaged by the contractor. To attempt to resolve the problem, Patterson has drawn up a petition that he will circulate in all the affected areas, which he aims to submit to the relevant authorities to express the frustrations of “tax-paying citizens of the area and this country.” The tame Times was unable to reach the project management of Rand Water for comment at the time of going to print.
4 INDOOR ACTIVITIES TO CHEER UP A BORED DOG Its weekend and you have run out of fun things to do with your dog. You can see your dog is bored as ever and it’s not the perfect weather to go outside. Maybe you just don’t feel like
going outside, but you really want something to do with your bored dog.
HERE ARE 4 AWESOME TIPS TO KEEP YOUR DOG MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY STIMULATED WHILE INDOORS #1 The Name Game Increase your dog’s vocabulary: work with her to teach her the names of her toys. Dr. John W. Pilley, author of Chaser: Unlocking the Genius of the Dog Who Knows a Thousand Words shares how to get started: “Start with your dog’s favourite toy and play with that one object while giving it a name. What you are doing is associating the object with play, therefore giving the object value to your dog. Once the object has value, the name of the object will take on value for your dog. We did this with Chaser when she was just two months old, introducing her to “blue” which was a ball. For three days we would play with “blue,” constantly repeating the name. I would have her fetch “blue,” catch “blue,” find “blue.” When I would ask her “where is blue?” it would be the only toy on the floor, making it impossible for her to make a mistake. As we repeated this with lots of toys, she quickly began to catch on, finally having that “aha
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together, exercise your dog’s mind, and improve your bond — particularly when praise, cuddles, and tasty treats are part of the process. A fun and useful one to try: pick up your toys. If your dog knows the “drop it” command, simply give him a toy, then put a bin beneath him. Ask him to “drop it” so that it lands in the bin, then immediately give him a treat; repeat until he catches on. Once he’s made the correlation, leave the bin out and ask him to “get a toy;” once he’s grabbed a
toy, motion to the bin, wait until he’s over there then ask him to drop it. Praise and reward. Work on this a little every day and soon you’ll have a hand in tidying the house! Another cute one to try: sneeze on command. You’ll have to wait to capture this behaviour — wait until your dog sneezes and then reward. Do this every time she sneezes and she’ll soon catch on. (This one makes a very popular party trick!) A few minutes brushing up on basic obedience is always a good idea, too.
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Chow the Durban way
As we are officially half way through winter, why not bring some warmth with this easy bunny chow recipe?
BUNNY CHOW (SERVES 4) ● Mini loaves ● 2 tbsp oil ● 2 cloves garlic (chopped) ● 1 red chilli (deseeded and sliced) ● 2 tsp garam masala ● 2 tsp paprika ● ½ tsp salt ● 1 can chopped tomatoes ● 250ml cream ● 4 chicken breasts (diced) ● Fresh coriander to serve (optional)
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● Adjust the heat of your curry by taking note of the size of the chilli – the larger the chilli, the milder it will be. ● For a lower fat version swap the cream for low-fat yoghurt and 1 teaspoon of sugar or use ½ cream, ½ yoghurt and a pinch of sugar.
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WHAT TO DO
WHAT YOU NEED
● Put a saucepan on medium heat and add oil, garlic, chilli, garam masala, paprika and salt ● Fry for 1 minute ● Add the tomatoes and cream ● Simmer for 8-10 minutes until reduced and thickened ● Add the diced chicken breasts, stir and cover ● Simmer for a further 5 minutes or until all the chicken is evenly cooked through, stirring occasionally ● Halve the mini-loaves and scoop out most of the bread, fill with the curry ● Serve on plates with a sprinkling of fresh coriander and topped with the leftover bread to soak up the delicious sauce
EAT AND ENJOY
PEANUT-BANANA BOMB
If you need to eat breakfast on the fly, try this filling combination – it’ll give you long-lasting energy. Make a sandwich with sliced banana, a few teaspoons of peanut butter (with no added sugar or salt) and two slices of fresh bread. Toast until golden brown. Simple as that.
APPLE PIE CRISP
Squeeze lemon over thinly sliced pieces of apple – this will prevent them from going brown. Mix a few tablespoons of ricotta cheese with a drop or two of vanilla essence and a teaspoon of honey. Spread on to bread. Top with apple slices, sprinkle with cinnamon and close with another slice of bread. Toast until crisp. Apple pie in a toasted sarmie (or heaven on toast).
JOLLY SARMIE
Layer sliced smoked turkey, cranberry jelly and a mild cheese (Emmental works well) between two slices of bread. Toast until deliciously golden brown. If you need a festive flavour hit, this is your toasted sarmie. Summer is just a couple of months away and it’s time to start packing those picnic baskets with awesome sandwiches – here are a few epic sandwich ideas.
JAM AND TART
Perhaps the simplest, most delightful tea-time sarmie, inspired by traditional flavours – cheese and jam. Pair low-fat cottage cheese with low-sugar apricot jam to make a jammy toasted sandwich. Serve with a steaming cup of tea. Bliss.
BOLD WITH BLUEBERRIES
Spread low-fat cream cheese on a slice of bread. Top with blueberries and drizzle with a little honey before closing with another piece of bread. Toast until golden brown and the cheese is oozing. This sarmie is just sweet enough for breakfast and just as delicious as an afternoon snack.
GO FRENCH
Sharp cheddar works perfectly with sweet caramelised onion – and is even more delicious when sandwiched between two slices of fresh bread. Toast until crispy, and serve with lots of crunchy rocket leaves.
IL SARMIE DELICIOSO
Layer buffalo mozzarella with sliced cherry tomatoes and basil leaves on a slice of bread. Top with a second slice of bread and toast until the cheese is completely melted. If you’re a pizza-lover, you’ll adore this Mediterranean-inspired creation.
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BEAUTY Tanielle Da Silva, a Grade 8 pupil at Reddam House in Bedfordview, was recently crowned Miss Junior Teen Johannesburg 2015 at a glittering gala event organised by the Role Models Foundation. Da Silva will be an ambassador for the Foundation during the year of her reign. BRAINY AND BEAUTIFUL: Tanielle Da Silva Her primary focus will be to raise funds and awareness for the a pretty heart, a pretty mind and, most Imfundo Educare Centre in Boksburg importantly, a beautiful soul. “I think when a North. woman has confidence in herself and who Da Silva explained the centre taught the she is, this makes her the most beautiful.” Grade 0 syllabus to young, impoverished The Miss Teen Johannesburg pageant had children to prepare them for Grade 1. “These an Asian theme this year and she wore children have no access to preschool a Malaysian-themed outfit for which she education. The programme ensures they won the best-dressed category. She also have a foundation that will enable them to won Miss Debutante for the most funds cope with the demands of Grade 1.” raised by a contestant for the Role Models This is not the first beauty crown that Da Silva Foundation. has worn. She recently handed over the “Every pageant has its own Miss South Africa Youth title that she won elements from which I can in 2014. Other titles she has held include learn. Each time I enter I Miss Northern Gauteng Pre Teen grow as a person, as I have 2013, Miss Centurion Schools 2014 to move out of my comfort and Miss South Africa Youth 2014. zones in order to achieve.” She is also currently Miss Edenvale She said her real learning 2015 and is excited about the would now start as she year ahead as Miss Junior Teen began her duties as an Johannesburg 2015. “I believe ambassador for the Role I did so well because the Models Foundation. organisers were looking “My first project was on for someone who could Mandela Day, treating be a role model and who the children from the understood the concept Imfundo Educare of beauty with a purpose. Centre to movies and I believe the judges McDonald’s,” she said. saw that I embrace “They are extremely every opportunity to underprivileged and help charities and none of them have that I aspire to be been to movies or a role model for McDonald’s before, young people, to so they were supershow them they excited!” can achieve their The talented dreams - they just blonde has big need to believe dreams, wanting and work hard.” to follow a career Da Silva believes in television or that true beauty broadcasting and is not just about hopes one day to represent having a pretty face. the country as Miss South It’s about having Africa.
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JOB SHADOWING:
MY WEEK AT tame TIMES It all started with an assignment given to us by our enthusiastic Life Orientation teacher at Sparrows Private High School - a simple, nothing extraordinary job shadowing assignment. I called tame TIMES and spoke with Monica and she agreed to have me job shadow at their offices for one week to learn the tricks and tips to being an amazing journalist. My first day was absolutely nerve-wracking. When I arrived at the offices of tame TIMES newspaper, I was very warmly welcomed. Before long I was introduced to everyone and shown around the offices. The morning proved to be the busiest time of the day for the journalists, graphic designers, sales representatives and editors present; however, as the day progressed, everything fell into a recognizable rhythm and people worked together very well. On my first day, I was asked to compile a list of questions for an interview with famous artist DJ Bravo which my mentors (Monica and Chante) had set up. On the second day, a new refrigerator was donated to Alberton Child Welfare and I was present for the entire interview with the director of the centre. A few pictures were taken and before long a new story unfolded socks which had been hand knitted by a small charity group recently were also donated on the same day. It was a great experience and I will now feel more confident about my ability to conduct an interview, given the advice and guidance of my mentors. On the third day, we attended a scheduled press conference at Tribes, a restaurant at Emperors Palace. The press conference was wonderful: we all had lunch and waited for other newspaper journalists to arrive. A Chisa Nyama representative was present to support a charity called Fighting for Angels.
Sportsmen turned up to show their support and photos were taken. We left Emperors Palace and rushed to our next story. We arrived back at the office to meet DJ Bravo for his interview. I was very nervous; however, because my mentors were happy with the research and questions I had done the day before, I was confident to conduct the interview. After the interview, my mentors congratulated me on a job well done and I felt very proud. On the fourth day, I participated in a conference in Brackenhurst for a charity called Jacobs Well. Discussions took place in an impressive boardroom. The fifth day… well it reminded me how great life could be when you’re willing to be more than what people perceive; my job shadowing was a complete success, and my aspiration for journalism only grows and I can’t wait to be able to do it, and do it with passion.
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PROTECT YOURSELF AND THE KIDS IN A HIJACK the car, your firm footing in the vehicle will throw your body weight into the car with your children, as opposed to your being left behind and the hijackers speeding off with your children.”
“ … the eldest child should always be seated behind the driver … ”
As crime and unemployment increase, hijacking becomes a more frequent occurrence, with an average of 28 hijackings a day. Usually run by syndicates that need the car for parts or the drug trade, hijacking has become a highly organised and even violent business. According to Arrive Alive, hijackings occur every day; however, the peak day for this crime is Fridays, due to motorists being more relaxed and thus more vulnerable to attack. They say syndicates tend to plan ‘restocking’ on weekends and on Mondays, so the occurrence of hijackings on Tuesdays and Wednesdays is also high due to the need to replenish ‘stock.’ “While hijacking is a concern for all drivers, women in particular are often concerned about their safety and that of their children,” says Theunis Kotze, ADT General Manager Inland Region. ADT works closely with the founder of the National Hijack Prevention Academy, Richard Brussow, in educating the community about
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what to do and how to react in the event of a hijacking. “Statistics indicate that children are seldom taken in hijackings – in fact, it only happens in six out of 24 000 cases. Criminals know that when children are involved, their crime escalates to a priority crime which will attract a lot of attention; the last thing criminals want is a lot of attention,” Brussow says. The most important thing for women travelling with children to remember is that the eldest child should always be seated behind the driver and the younger child to the left. Kotze explains: “If you are hijacked while your children are in the car, climb out of the vehicle slowly and move to the back door directly behind the driver’s door. Place one foot firmly in the car, on the floor behind the driver’s seat, as you lean across to retrieve the youngest child. The eldest child will probably cling to you and you can get both children out of the car at once. Remember to stay as calm as possible. If the hijackers panic and the vehicle starts moving before you have your children out of
Here are more helpful hijack prevention tips from ADT and the National Hijack Prevention Academy: • Remember that 68% of all hijackings occur close to home so be especially vigilant when pulling out of your driveway or coming home. 16:00 – 20:00 are the most dangerous times for hijackings. • If you have an electric gate, do not pull into your driveway before opening the gate. This can allow hijackers to box you in. Rather open your gate while your car is still in the road to allow a quick getaway if necessary. • If you suspect you are being followed, put your indicator on and slow down at least two to three houses prior to your home. By doing this, you force the vehicle behind you to pass and you can then get a better idea of their intentions. • If you need to stop in your driveway to open the gate manually, always leave the key in the ignition and the motor running unless you have a child in the car. If your child is in the car, take the key with you as you open the gate. The key is a valuable negotiating tool – the criminals want your car and you want your child. • Always make sure you can see the back wheels of the car in front of you when you stop in the traffic. This gives you enough room to manoeuvre and escape if you have to, for whatever reason. • Don’t fall for the ‘tap tap’ trap where a driver taps the back of your car in traffic. They often use female drivers as decoys here. Never get out of your car on the
scene to assess the damage but rather drive to a busy location. Signal to the other driver to follow you. If it is not legitimate they will seldom follow you. • If you stay in a secure complex with security guards, do not be fooled into thinking you are safe. You can easily be followed into your complex, so always remain vigilant. Research shows that most people relax more and more the closer they get to home and this is often when they are most vulnerable.
What to do if you are hijacked: • The first and golden rule: Do not antagonise the hijackers. You need to show them you are not a threat. • Lift up your arms to show you have no weapon and will surrender. • Use your left arm to undo your seatbelt and put your car in neutral. • Be cautious not to use your right arm to lean across your body and undo your seatbelt or unlock the door. This could be construed as your reaching for a gun. • Do not switch off your car. • Get out slowly and try to angle your body sideways so you are not facing a firearm headon. Also, remember to protect your head with your arms and to lift your shoulders to protect your neck area. • Do not turn your back on the hijackers – your organs are most exposed from the back. • Avoid direct eye contact with the hijackers but still try to take in what they are wearing, the sound of their voices, etc. Kotze says that, finally, once the hijackers have left, you need to call the SAPS on 08600 10111, thereafter any emergency numbers on a cellphone by dialling 112 on any network or 147 on Vodacom lines. “A hijacking can be a terrifying and traumatic experience. Do not be afraid to speak to a friend or counsellor after the experience. The easiest way to deal with the event is to have someone to speak to,” concludes Kotze.
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The following arrests were made during the week from 2015-07-06 to 2015-07-11 Arrests: Possession of illegal substances: Shoplifting: Armed robbery of motor vehicle: Theft: Fraud: House-breaking and theft: Culpable homicide: Driving under influence: Dealing in counterfeit DVD’s: M.I.T.P.: Assault GBH:
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INFORMATION NEEDED: NEWBORN FOUND IN DRAIN On 25 June the decomposed body of an infant baby boy was found in a drain at 24 Field Road, Lillianton. It was established that the baby was no older than seven days and could not have been in the drain for more than six days. Anyone with information regarding this case can contact the investigating officer, Warrant Officer Manie Du Preez, on 011 306-0000 - reference to Boksburg North Cas 33-06-2015.
AGAINST CHILDREN Solidarity Helping Hand has launched a campaign to create awareness about the conditions under which children are compelled to report crime. Last year 45 230 cases involving crimes against children were reported. The 127 branches of Helping Hand will therefore investigate the exact conditions at the police stations, magistrates’ courts and family advocates’ offices in their immediate environment. Helping Hand would like to ensure that the reporting process is, in this way, as easy and safe for children as possible. The purpose of the survey is to find out where Helping Hand can give a helping hand to make these centres more child-friendly. The projects will be identified by the various branches and then undertaken in the coming weeks. In view of our shocking statistics, Helping Hand would like to focus on the 1 832 times the system worked faultlessly, putting the criminal in jail for life. We would like to collect at least 1 832 teddy bears in the coming months and send them to centres all over
the country to be donated to children so as to comfort them in their hour of need. “Each of these cases involved a hero - a police officer, magistrate or family advocate – who helped ensure that the victim received the required assistance. These people ensure that 75% of the cases reported led to convictions. Last year 1 832 life sentences were delivered against persons who committed crimes against children,” said Marlien van der Westhuizen, public relations officer at Helping Hands. An analysis of the conditions at the centres will be issued in a report by Helping Hand in the coming weeks. Is there a hero in you? Talk to a regional organiser and join your nearest Helping Hand branch in order to
visit a centre. Click here to find your nearest branch. • Donate a teddy bear by delivering it at one of the collection points. Click here to find out where your nearest collection point is. • Donate a virtual teddy bear. SMS “Teddie” to 38969 and donate R10 to renovate and equip the centres so that our children can feel safe. • Become a Helping Hand supporter and contribute to this and our other projects. Visit our website for more information. For more information about the project call Elize Bezuidenhout or Medee Davel at 012 644 4390 or send an email to elize@helpendehand.co.za or medee@ helpendehand.co.za.
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FROM BBH TO TAMBO MEMORIAL
Previously known as Boksburg-Benoni Hospital, this regional hospital is situated about 70 km from Pretoria, 30 km from Johannesburg CBD and about 10 km from Oliver Tambo International Airport. Tambo Memorial Hospital has about 640 beds with a staff complement of approximately 1 100. The hospital provides services in Benoni, Boksburg, and part of Germiston to a population of over one million. All basic services are provided to in- and outpatients. Specialist services include Ophthalmology, Dermatology, Rheumatology, ENT, HIV and Podiatry. Allied services include Physiotherapy, Occupational therapy, Human nutrition/ Dietician, Radiology (X-ray department), Social Work, Psychology, Optometry (Eye Clinic), Orthopaedic Centre (Orthotic & Prosthetic devices) and Medical (Maintenance of Hospital equipment) workshop. One of the oldest hospitals in Gauteng On 17 August 1905, the Boksburg-Benoni Hospital (BBH) opened its doors with beds for 70 patients. This makes it one of the oldest hospitals in Gauteng. BBH began as a joint hospital of the State and East Rand Proprietary Mines (ERPM), and its establishment can be attributed to the devotion and hard work of Capt Pomeroy Colley (a magistrate of Boksburg), Fred Heilman (consulting engineer, ERPM) B Owen Jones and Geo Constable and doctors J Campbell, McNeillie and J S Morton. ERPM made a donation of £7 500. Police whistles for night staff The first resident medical officer was Dr Norman Pern, the first matron Miss G Hackett and G Foster was the first secretary. There were many difficulties in the first few years and drainage, a steam laundry, theatres and a nurses’ home only appeared much later. At first the hospital was very isolated and in August 1908 a constable was appointed and police whistles were issued to all night personnel.
Donations from ERPM and the public Fifty beds were provided for the ‘nonEuropean’ (as they were called at that time) males and females. The Indian population collected £800 and with the support of the government an Indian ward was opened. In 1919 a new kitchen and bakery were built, and in 1929, a memorial ward for children was erected.This was made possible by ERPM, which provided £2 600, and public contributions of about £500. To make the children’ s ward more attractive, £240 was collected by way of donations. It was then decorated with Dutch Delft tiles by two women named Hills and Steenberg. The interesting rhymes and verses are still to be seen today in the clinical department. Under State control In 1939 the Provincial Administration appointed a commission to investigate and report on the possibility of free hospital services. The hospital expanded rapidly and in 1940 a new non-European ward was opened, the extensions of the nurses’ home were completed and a new five-storey building for European patients was finished. In 1943 a new administration building, the “George Constable Block” was occupied. In 1948 the State assumed full control of the Boksburg-Benoni Hospital, which meant that the hospital board had no more financial responsibilities, as all funds for the maintenance of the hospital were provided by the administration. BBH has kept pace with the changing medical world and has always made use of the most modern medical techniques. There were 226 operations performed in 1908. In 1930 the number went up to 854, of which 423 were major operations, and in 1954, there were 3 476 operations performed in the main theatre (1 422 were major operations). The casualty department carried out 2 155 minor operations, bringing the combined total of operations to 5 601. During this period a cardio-pulmonary department was opened. This department was the only one of its kind, as other such departments were in hospitals attached to a medical school. Planning of
the new X-ray department was also in progress. In 1908, 504 patients were X-rayed, as compared to 12 356 in 1954. This grew to 4 225 per month in 1998. In 1955 BBH had beds for only 221 Europeans and 297 non- Europeans. First male matron In addition to being one of the oldest hospitals it is also one of the oldest training schools in Gauteng. Medical and surgical nurses have been trained there since 1907. The task of training the nurses was the sole responsibility of the matron and she had to give all the lectures herself. Today the nursing staff comprises 671 posts, compared to 346 in 1955. Male nurses have been trained there since 1939 and black staff, since 1940. Complete training was provided by the hospital up to March 1951, but from April 1951 student nurses have been going to Witwatersrand Nurses Training College. BBH was the first hospital in SA to appoint a male matron - who also became the first male nurse to do a course in midwifery.
THE WAREHOUSE: Inside the gutted building
Partly collapsed roof of warehouse
Warehouse destroyed in blaze On 30 May 2015 a fire broke out in the warehouse of the Tambo Memorial Hospital where all the consumables are stored. R7million of consumables were destroyed in the fire, but structural damage meant that the warehouse had to be rebuilt, pushing the costs up even more. The cause of the fire was attributed to a heater being left on in one of the offices. The fire started in the evening when no one was in the warehouse, which meant that no one was injured in the blaze.
Milestones reached 1946: The first corneal transplant in South Africa. 1953: The first pupilary implant in the world. 1977: The first Posterior Chamber Hema implant in the world. 1968: Dr Maureen Solomon became the first woman to be promoted to superintendent at the hospital 1982: A new laboratory servicing the whole East Rand was opened. 1982: The ICU / High Care Unit consisting of six beds was also opened. 1 April 1997: BBH became the Tambo Memorial Hospital in honour of the late Oliver Tambo.
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Can dental hygiene keep your HEART HEALTHY TOO? Opinion piece by Palesa Yates
The behavioural characteristics of the average toddler are much like those of a dangerous sociopath - screaming fits, inexplicable tantrums, unreasoning stubbornness, an iron will and expert use of various emotional blackmail techniques. The main difference is that your toddler is small and chubby, with dimpled fists and an angelic smile. At the age of two or three, he/she has just realised that he/she is a separate person from his/her mother and does not feel the same emotions she does, want the same things she does or even think the same way she does – at all. He/she is a separate, independent being and determined to show everyone around him/her that this is the case. Toddlerhood is the forerunner to ‘teenagehood,’and is not so much just about being difficult as it is about practising personhood. [babycenter.com; kidsgrowth.com] That is the theory, anyway. Surviving the “terrible twos” is another story. Here are some ideas that have worked before: Reduce your expectations ... about living a sophisticated adult life for a few years – at least when you are with your child. Peaceful evenings in a candle-lit restaurant are not an option with a small child in tow. Alter your lifestyle and embrace takeaways, DVDs and places with playgrounds. Embrace his/her emerging personality Loud tantrums, food fights and potty training are anything but adorable; but watching a little person’s love for music or interest in computers develop is fascinating. The personality of a two- or three-year-old is generally a synopsis of the kind of adult he/she will become. As a parent, you will want to “train the climbing plant” you have been given in a certain direction; but you cannot – and should not try to – make him/her into a different plant.
Give him/her choices Most toddlers can very easily be fooled into believing that some choices are very important, which will then dissuade them from feeling the need to assert their independence (i.e. throw tantrums) to some extent. You can, for example, let your little boy choose whether he wants to wear the red or the blue T-shirt; your little girl could be given the opportunity to pick out her entire outfit – once you have packed away anything wildly inappropriate (like coats in summer or sundresses in winter). When it comes to taking medicine, however, children should simply be told firmly and authoritatively to open their mouths and swallow. Establish clear boundaries While it is extremely helpful to practise diplomacy with a toddler insofar as it is necessary to indulge his/her need for selfimportance, it is also very important to remember that too much freedom can engender a sense of insecurity. This is where boundaries come in. Choose them carefully, because you must enforce them 100% at all times to ensure respect for LAW AND ORDER. If your child is the stubborn type, rather choose somewhat fewer rules, if necessary. Discipline that works is about being consistent about what is right or wrong 24/7. [Google “Dr James Dobson strong-willed child” for more on his excellent theories on the subject.] Take the opportunity to enjoy the latest cartoon movies Relax a little. You can exact your revenge when your child reaches adolescence. Teenagers are very easy to embarrass in public.
ADDICTION Tarryn Kelmovitz
Taking care of your dental hygiene and health - especially your gums - may pay you back with more than a gleaming, healthy smile and manageable dental bills. It may keep your heart healthy too. Research published in the British Medical Journal has shown that people who never or rarely brush their teeth are 70% more likely to develop cardiovascular disease than those who brush twice a day. While the link between oral health and heart disease is still inconclusive, experts do agree that there are plausible reasons why dental health and heart health may be connected. It is widely believed that there is a connection between blood clots in the heart and gum disease due to the buildup of fatty deposits on the lining of the artery walls. It has also been suggested that bacteria found in the gaps around the teeth can pass into the bloodstream. These react with plaque build-up in the arteries, affecting the heart. Gum disease does not just signal inflammation, it also increases inflammation and, interestingly, the same bacteria that colonise our gums have been found in arterial-wall plaque. So can preventing periodontal disease with brushing and flossing prevent heart disease? The evidence isn’t clear yet, but it is intriguing. According to the American Academy of Periodontology, people with periodontal disease are almost twice as likely to have coronary artery disease. Studies have found that the presence of common problems in the mouth, including gum disease (gingivitis), cavities and missing teeth, were as good at predicting heart disease as cholesterol levels. Jeremy Yatt of Fedhealth says the reality is that heart disease can be hard to catch early, because many of the conditions that precede it may have no symptoms. “You won’t ever feel your arteries hardening or your cholesterol rising but you might notice bleeding or painful gums,” he says. Yatt says, “It is important for people worried about heart disease to pay attention to the established risk factors. “People shouldn’t think that if they just started to brush their teeth more they could go
Have you ever heard the saying, “What consumes your mind, controls your life?” That quote is not too far off when it comes to addiction. One can describe addiction as doing the same thing, even if it’s not fun anymore. It’s the dizziness and the dancing after the music fades and you’re still moving. “Addiction has many faces: black and white and all the shades in between. It is rural and urban, rich and poor. Of its many faces, one thing is almost guaranteed: it is a face you know”- Hoffman and Froemke, 2007. Some of us are trapped in destination addiction - a preoccupation with the idea that happiness is in the next place, the next job, with the next partner, or in the next thing. Beware of destination addiction, because until you give up the idea that happiness is somewhere else, it will never be where you are. Addiction is not confined to drugs but manifests itself in sex and love addiction, alcohol addiction, food addiction, shopping, exercise, work, pain, cyber games or even the internet. It’s not the heroin or cocaine that makes one an
There is a connection between blood clots in the heart and gum disease due to the build-up of fatty deposits on back to the lining of the smoking artery walls. or ignore their diabetes. If you’re at risk of heart disease you need to make some lifestyle changes. Lose weight if you’re overweight; eat healthy foods; exercise regularly and control any conditions that increase risk, such as diabetes, high cholesterol, or high blood pressure.” Gum disease often goes unnoticed. Warning signs that you may have gum disease include: • Red, tender, swollen gums. • Bleeding gums while brushing or flossing. • Gums that seem to be pulling away from your teeth. • Chronic bad breath or a bad taste in your mouth. • Teeth that are loose or separating from each other. Yatt adds, “While regular dental exams and cleanings are important, you can play a major role in preventing gum disease every day. The best way to be proactive in maintaining your oral and overall health is by going for regular checkups, getting professional cleanings, and regular brushing and flossing.” “Taking care of your oral health and maintaining a healthy lifestyle all contribute to a healthy heart and mouth,” concludes Yatt.
addict, it is the need to escape from a harsh reality, and if we defend our habits we have no intention of quitting them. There is no drug on earth that can make life meaningful. We don’t choose to be addicts; what we choose is to deny our pain. It is because of the denial of our pain that we remain addicts. It is impossible to understand addictive behaviour without asking what relief the addict finds, or hopes to find, in using the ‘drug.’ Sadly, addiction is not a spectator’s sport; eventually the whole family gets to play as to love an addict is to run out of tears. But where there is life there is hope, and a helping hand is just a phone call/clinic away. You don’t have to see the full staircase…. just take the first step toward recovery. In my next feature we will discuss enabling, and how current behaviours can influence future addictions and how to avoid them.
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Female Nissan SA director to speak at NWU Leadership Summit One of the most pertinent challenges South Africa currently faces is the critical shortage of professional and managerial skills. Ms Charmaine Lemao, Human Resources Director at Nissan SA, will take to the stage during the Vaal Triangle Campus of the North-West University’s (NWU Vaal) Leadership Summit on 12 August to talk about skills management and talent retention in the light of current skills shortages and the impact it has on competitiveness. It is this challenge that keeps Ms Lemao - first ever female director at Nissan South Africa driven and focussed. As the HR Director of auto giant Nissan SA, Charmaine is not only making her mark in a male-dominated and highly unionised industry; she is also playing a critical role in helping the organisation drive up profitability and market share. Charmaine, whose career started at Iscor
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SA’s Little Soccer Star Scores Header Against Chelsea at RVP Tournament in Holland By Bianca Maré Duane Bennett and 11 other boys were selected to represent South Africa in the International Robin Van Persie tournament in May earlier this year. The tournament kicked off with a two-day training programme at the Damlaan Schiedam soccer field and thereafter the actual tournament took place at the VDL Maasluis Sports Complex on the outskirts of Rotterdam, where the top ten soccer academies around Europe, including South Africa, displayed their football skills. Duane’s dad Clyde Bennett accompanied him on the trip and proudly reported back that his son did him proud when he skillfully scored against the famous Chelsea junior side with a header. Duane “confidently displayed his multi-talented abilities as a goalie and a mid-fielder throughout the tournament as they [faced] the different international squads.” The young sportsmen were given an opportunity to interact with the famous Manchester United’s Robin Van Persie and Darren Fletcher and former Liverpool star Emile Hesky. They experienced Holland, went on a
boat cruise, visited the Robin Van Persie Museum and met world-renowned soccer stars - and the Dutch King. Duane’s highlight was the chance to play on an international level at such a young age and he aspires to work harder at his game, realizing that the level of international (European) soccer is far more advanced than that at home. Since Duane’s European trip, he has been for Eastern Selections, has made the A side and will be receiving his colors soon. He is a little boy with drive and vision and says that he will press on towards his goal until he is as talented and skillfull as his role model Lionel Messi. Little Mr Bennett has surely made his family, his school (Freeway Park Primary), his team and his country proud and will continue to work hard,not only at his sport but in his schoolwork as well, until he accomplishes his dream of becoming an international football player. Mr and Mrs Bennet would like to thank God for His grace and favor over their son’s life and for the gift He has given him. They would also like to thank all their friends and family, as well as Freeway Park Primary School for all their support.
EFC 41 MEDICAL SUSPENSIONS AT CARNIVAL CITY
Johannesburg, South Africa – EFC 41 saw a variety of KO finishes and injuries that require mandatory time off from training and competing in order for athletes to recover properly. The event officials representing MMA SA PRO in conjunction with EFC released the medical suspensions from Saturday’s EFC 41 in Carnival City, Johannesburg. Post event medical suspensions: All athletes receive a mandatory 7-day precautionary medical suspension. Sindile Manengela: Indefinitely suspended until cleared by doctor for broken collar-bone. Tshilumba Mulumba: Indefinitely suspended until cleared by doctor due to severe concussion. Bernardo Mikixi: Indefinitely suspended until cleared by doctor due to compound fracture in hand. Liam Cleland: Indefinitely suspended until cleared by doctor due to pupil laceration “Safety of the athletes is our number one priority,” stated EFC president Cairo Howarth. He added, “These medical suspensions are there to help the athletes recover completely and prolong their careers. They are a functional tool in preventing career-ending injuries and will be adhered to by EFC.” (www.efcworldwide.com)