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Deportation looms after Home Office rejects SA English

| Two recent Home Office battles outline ongoing challenges with regards to the naturalisation of South Africans as citizens of the United Kingdom, as an unexpected language barrier seems to hinder the process by sertan sanderson The Home Office has come in the firing line following two recent recent cases involving South Africans who applied for UK citizenship but ended up threatened with deportation – on account of not providing evidence that they can speak English. Johannesburg native Donovan Tapping applied for British citizenship after living in Cumbria for nearly ten years and going through various stages of being granted indefinite leave to remain in the United Kingdom. Following his recent nuptials to partner Shelley and taking the mandatory “Life in the UK” test, the 36-yearold did not expect any further hurdles along the way to UK citizenship – until he learned he would have to prove his English language skills as well. Unbeknown to Tapping, he had ticked the wrong box on the application form, saying that South Africa was a majority English-speaking country. But with 11 official languages (and 15 other languages respected in the South African Constitution), the UK considers English a minority language in South Africa on account of the low percentage of first-language speakers. Tapping has lodged an appeal, which – if refused – may likely result in his deportation from the UK. This would effectively mean

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that he would have to start his application process from scratch from a British embassy in South Africa, losing years accrued towards citizenship – in addition

to the financial burdens associated with uprooting his life. Jason Nish, another South African expat living on the English-Scottish border,

encountered the same problem weeks earlier. Having also spent about a decade in the UK before applying for citizenship, the fatherof-two was prompted to prove he

can sufficiently speak English by taking an official test – despite the fact that English is the only language Nish speaks. But with all his official papers, including the sole identity document he holds, his passport, being held with the Home Office for processing, the 28-year-old is unable to take the test, effectively facing imminent deportation based on an unfortunate technicality. “I’ve not lived in South Africa since I was 10, and over the last decade I’ve made my life here in Carlisle,” Nish said in an interview published by the Carlisle-based News & Star. “My mother is British, my grandfather is British, my partner is British, and we have two wonderful children. English is my first and my only language. I even have a Carlisle accent. I regard myself as British.” Merely 10 per cent of South Africans are reported to be English speakers, despite the fact that most official business in South Africa is conducted in English. However, this appears of little interest to the Home Office when it comes to the naturalisation of prospective citizens, as both Jason Nish and Donovan Tapping continue to face their respective bureaucratic battles with little leeway to fight the regulations other than lodging appeal and hoping that their cases

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President Zuma discharged from hospital

| President Jacob Zuma will take a few days off from public engagements, while continuing to perform official duties from home, following a brief stay in hospital after a ‘particularly demanding period in office’

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by staff reporter President Jacob Zuma was discharged from a hospital in Pretoria on Sunday evening after being booked in on Friday to allow for a thorough check-up following a particularly demanding period in office, the Presidency said on Monday. “The President will continue to rest for a few days and will work mainly from home during the rest period,” Minister in the Presidency Jeff Radebe said in a statement, adding: “We thank the public for the messages of support and good wishes that have been received since the news of the hospitalisation of the President was made public.”

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| A new study reveals that South Africa is getting fatter by the minute, with almost twice as many obese women in the country than men, making SA an exception in a global study

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by sertan sanderson A new study reveals that South Africans have an impending obesity epidemic to face up to: 40 percent of men and 70 percent of the country’s population were declared overweight as part of a growing global trend towards a widening gap between the healthy and the obese. Most of the countries featured in the study had a higher obesity rate among men than women. The groundbreaking study published last week in one of the leading medical journals in the world, “The Lancet”, confirms the results of a recent Medical Research Council study, which had found over 60 percent of the South African population overweight or obese. A previous survey conducted

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On Thursday, the ruling African National Congress (ANC) also ordered Zuma to rest after his intense election programme. Radebe also slammed media reports that the President made ‘unscheduled visits’ to Durban hospitals early this year. Radebe reiterated that Zuma undertakes two major medical examinations each year, the first one in January and the second one in June. “All visits are booked in advance, and those mentioned [in the media reports] were part of the annual first-semester check-ups.” “This time round, the doctors felt he needed to be hospitalised for a thorough check-up following a demanding schedule. The doctors are happy with the results.”

by the pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline in 2011 had declared SA as the “third-fattest nation in the world”. The study published in “The Lancet” found that with women in particular there were almost as many obese women in South Africa as those, who are merely overweight, hinting at an impending healthcare crisis, with risks and future complications of obesity including diabetes, cardiovascular problems (such as strokes and heart attacks), cancer and organ failure. The World Health Organisation (WHO) says that in 20 years’ time diabetes in sub-Saharan Africa will have reached twice the rate of its current level, with a decisive link demonstrated between the onset of obesity-

driven diabetes later in life and undernourishment during adolescence. The pace at which South Africa’s obesity rate is currently growing is especially alarming, with the global growth being half that of SA, as explained in “The Lancet”. South Africa’s neighbours, however, fared considerably more favourably, with Zimbabwe having less than half of South Africa’s proportion of obese women and countries like Namibia and Lesotho displaying a normal distribution of extremely overweight and obese people.

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In South Africa in particular, cultural factors were blamed for the growing trend, such as the display of a fat body as a decisive sign of wealth and success – in sharp contrast to thing bodies being associated with AIDS. Christopher Murray, one of the researchers involved in the study, reported that not a single country in the world had managed to reduce its obesity rate in three decades: “We expect obesity to rise steadily (…) unless urgent steps are taken to address this public health crisis.”

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Armed robbery ‘goes Pro’

| A terrifying video goes viral with over 1,5 million hits in less than a week; initially assumed to be a clever ad campaign for GO PRO cameras, the clip turns into a crime fighting tool – and hopefully into a lesson for the criminals involved in the case By sertan sanderson During the MTB race in Cape Town on Saturday 31st May 2014, participant Malcolm Fox suddenly found himself being held at gunpoint and robbed at Sir Lowry Pass near Somerset West – just a few kilometers shy of the finishing line. So close to finishing the cross-country race, Fox had his wallet, his cellphone

and his car keys stolen before the robbers also decided to take his bike. What the three thieves did not entirely realise, however, was the fact that they were caught on ‘candid camera’, as the seasoned rider had a GO PRO camera mounted on his helmet, capturing the drama from beginning to end. At one point, the ringleader of

the small gang was even captured looking straight at the camera with an expression of confusion as to what the gimmick mounted on top of the helmet might be. But in the haste of the robbery, which took less than a minute in total, he chose to ignore it – much to his ultimate downfall. The trio have been arrested with the help of the video and will soon be tried.

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By sTAFF REPORTER The South African High Commission would like to invite all South Africans to its fun day to celebrate 20 Years of Freedom on Saturday 14th June 2014 at the Allianz Park Stadium. The activities will run from 10am until 5pm. The day will include a performance by Freshlyground as well as mini football and touch rugby so come prepared wearing your “tekkies”.

• Bring a picnic basket and blanket and enjoy the day out with the whole family. • Boerewors rolls will be on sale • There will be a kids corner with face painting and a jumping castle • Free parking available • Buses to the stadium will leave from Finchley Central (Underground) station and Mill Hill (Overground) station

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Home office rejects SA English will be reevaluated on individual merit. In a bid to to draw attention to his plight Nish decided to get creative and use the power of social media. Within 24 hours of creating a Change.org petition, Nish had rounded up over 2,000 supporters, with several sharing details of their own impasses with the Home Office. Within two weeks, Nish reached almost 3,000 signatures. Tapping has followed suit and created a Facebook page to shed light on his battle. While Tapping has so far only managed to attract just over 600 hundred followers, his story did make it into the mainstream UK press, highlighting ongoing challenges and the inherent dysfunctions within the centralised Home Office immigration and naturalisation procedures. However, no matter how many signatures or how much support Nish and Tapping may manage to attract, the two men are unlikely to be able to use this as leverage against the Home Office, which

is simply working according to standard procedures, following rules enshrined within immigration law. A statement from the Home Office with regards to Nish’s application in the original News & Star article reads: “Our immigration rules clearly state that individuals applying for indefinite leave to remain, who

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are not from English-speaking countries, must provide evidence of having an approved English language qualification. This is fair to applicants and to the rest of the public. Mr Nish’s application was refused because he failed to provide evidence that he had passed a language qualification. He has the right to appeal this decision”

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An afternoon tea for every occasion

| The South African seeks out five of London’s finest and quirkiest afternoon teas for the discerning foodie by staff reporter There is nothing more quintessentially English than the ritual of afternoon tea. Tea has been a popular drink in the UK since its introduction in 1559, when merchants shipped the sought after tea leaves from the far east, however afternoon tea as a meal did not evolve until the beginning of the nineteenth century when Anna, Duchess of Bedford, invented the custom to provide some welcome sustenance between early luncheon and late dinner. It was Queen Victoria’s enjoyment of afternoon tea that led to its popularity on a larger scale. Over the years afternoon tea has progressed into an event surrounded by etiquette and strange customs; silver teapots, delicate china, beautiful cake stands and starched napkins. The afternoon tea has evolved from simple cucumber sandwiches and scones with clotted cream to a creative kaleidoscope of flavours, colours and imaginative variations on a popular ceremony that has brought together friends, colleagues and families for many years. There are number of afternoon tea options in the city of London, so how do you separate an over brewed ‘builders’ tea from a fine Earl Grey? To help, we have picked five of London’s finest and quirkiest afternoon teas.

| Floral afternoon tea, Rubens at the Palace, Victoria

| Traditional afternoon tea, Egerton House, Knightsbridge

| Little Prince and Princess afternoon tea, The Montague on the Gardens, Belgravia

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Afternoon Bee, The Chesterfield, Mayfair There is a buzz in town about the Chesterfield Mayfair Hotel’s new Afternoon Bee, running until the end of September and inspired by the 60,000 bees that live in the hives on the hotel’s rooftop. Guests start with a refreshing iced mint tea to clear their palate before embarking on a bee themed culinary journey designed to conjure up the tastes of a summer garden. Treats include a flower pot of chocolate mouse with chocolate almond soil and a moist carrot cupcake topped with ginger and honey cream and dusted with pollen. The rosemary and honey macaroons have just about enough bite before you reach the deliciously rich chocolate ganache centre

and the elderflower and vanilla cheesecake carries these delicate flavours perfectly. Executive Chef Ben Kelliher modelled the tea on the resident bees and the flowers that these bees find as they forage the city. The English Mint Julep is a new cocktail that has been created to accompany the Afternoon Bee. The refreshing gin based cocktail brings together Berkley Square gin, lemon juice, honey, mint and crushed ice-perfect for a lazy summer’s afternoon. Afternoon Bee is £34.50 per person. The Queen Bee Champagne Tea includes a glass of Champagne is £41.50 per person. The Busy Bees and Butterflies Afternoon Tea, available for children under 10 years old, is £12.50. At the end of

each afternoon tea all guests are invited to dip their hand into the honeypot for a guaranteed prize on their next visit. www.chesterfieldmayfair.com Gentleman’s afternoon tea, The Milestone Hotel, Kensington If afternoon tea conjures up images of fine ladies gently holding teacups with immaculately manicured hands, think again. The Milestone Hotel in Kensington has launched a new tea designed for men, although they are quick to remind us that ladies may also enjoy the Gentleman’s afternoon tea. Manly staples such as mini pork pies, mini Cornish pasties and mini toad in the hole have been created to satisfy the appetites of men. The maple-cured bacon

scones served with truffle butter are recommended and popular liquors make an appearance in cupcakes with whisky cream cheese frosting, brandy soaked berry tart and chocolate and orange liqueur torte. For gentleman craving something slightly stronger than tea, options are available with flights of ale or whisky. Gentleman’s afternoon tea is £39.50 with unlimited tea, £49.50 with a flight of three ales and £59.50 with a flight of three whiskeys. www.milestonehotel.com Floral afternoon tea, Rubens at the Palace, Victoria Standing at 350 square metres with a total of 10,000 herbaceous plants, there are few more impressive botanical sights in the city centre than the exterior Living Wall at the Rubens in Victoria. It is therefore only fitting that the hotel, already renowned for afternoon tea, has dedicated a floral themed afternoon tea to this horticultural masterpiece. The Living Wall afternoon tea blooms with edible delights including a summer berry tartlet, rhubarb cupcake, blackcurrant and violet macaroon and a honey and bee pollen meringue. The Living Wall afternoon tea is £29.50 per person. www.rubenshotel.com Little Prince and Princess afternoon tea, The Montague on the Gardens, Belgravia If you are looking for a special afternoon tea for children, the Little Prince and Princess

| Gentleman’s afternoon tea, The Milestone Hotel, Kensington

| Afternoon Bee, The Chesterfield, Mayfair

afternoon tea at the Montague on the Gardens will literally leave youngsters feeling like royalty. Child pleasing treats include jam and peanut butter sandwiches, cupcakes and ice cream served with a choice of hot chocolate or soft drink. Children are allowed to decorate their own cupcakes and mothers will be pleased to hear that protective aprons are provided. Little Price and Princess afternoon tea is £11.50. www.montaguehotel.com Traditional afternoon tea, Egerton House, Knightsbridge For the purists who like their afternoon tea simple and traditional you can’t go wrong at Egerton House in Knightsbridge. This small boutique hotel, which has won countless awards for service, serves up a delicious afternoon tea in its small elegant but homely drawing room. Tiered china plates brim with a mouth-watering selection of sandwiches, freshly baked scones with Devonshire clotted cream and a selection of fruit preserves. The pastry chef has excelled with homemade fresh berry tartlets, cappuccino cheesecake, rich dark chocolate cheesecake and flavoursome macaroons that simply look too good to eat. The afternoon tea is served with an unlimited choice of tea, however for an insiders tip, the barman Antonio serves up possibly the best ice cold martini in London. Traditional afternoon tea is £31.50 per person. www.redcarnationhotels.com/ egertonhousehotel

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There’s no crime in doing time

| It’s as if we are all doing time. Not in a bad way, but we identify each other by time spent living in the United Kingdom

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So yesterday, perched on a chair big enough for Pinocchio in Starbucks with the girls, I hear the all too familiar accent. Chap next to me is on his mobile (not cellphone meneer.) The game begins. He has obviously heard the Natal intonation, you know like ‘dush’ and ‘fush’ rather

than ‘dish’ and ‘fish.’ I don’t say Ja-Nee and Jislaaik, but still he knew. And now I know. Little glances, ever so surreptitiously, at odd times. The volume of his speech rises ever so slightly, till it is too obvious to ignore, and I can no longer contain myself. ‘So how long have you been here?’ I ask. The silence breaker. Did I sense a wave of relief in his eyes? ‘Eleven years,’ he answers, but the Afrikaans accent is thick as the mud in the Vaal river. Not actually inching closer to our table, the legs have visibly relaxed in our direction. Not sure what happened to the person on the other side of the cell…mobile,

but all is abandoned for the circle of the familiar. I am intrigued. ‘Eleven years, and you still have such a strong accent?’ I ask, now all too aware that mine is leaning all the more towards the whiff of a polo gathering in Hillcrest. Why do I do that? Instead of ‘strong’ it sounds like ‘stroung’. Before he answers, the lady on the other side of our table, another single coffee moment for her, pipes up with. ‘Ag, I have been here for twenty odd years and I still have my accent.’ Oh my gosh, I am surrounded! An instant club has formed. Giggling and what not ensues and we are chums even though they both hail from towns I have never visited and cannot imagine their backgrounds,

but what does it matter – they are kindred spirits and I am one with ‘Ag Pleez Deddy’ and Bok van Blerk all rolled into the lingo. We are the pioneers of Pretoria, of Klipdrif and fishing as the Blue Lagoon. Business cards are swapped. (I have a stash of cards from South Africans offering everything from cupcakes to plumbing to private investigators in case darling is not working late at the office.) It’s time to leave, with ‘Bye, good to meet you’, and we exit, only to bump into a Springbok jersey person. Surrounded indeed. It’s as if we are all doing time. Not in a bad way, but we identify each other by time spent here. Five years is my watermark.

Called friends this morning who are leaving for these shores later this month. I can hear the angst in their voices, the leaving crises, tinged with excitement – that numb, five stages waiting for them. Oh how I remember my snot-covered face, never-ending tears and enough wailing to… oh I was brilliant at it. And now, with words of encouragement, I find myself telling them. ‘Listen, I have been here for FIVE years! Could write a book, but in the end, five of the most exciting discoveries, new possibilities, amazing times. I have made it!’ I will be the one at the airport with the sign saying ‘ Your time has begun. Welcome!’

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Zelda la Grange launches Good Morning, Mr Mandela in London

| Zelda la Grange will launch her new book ‘Good Morning, Mr Mandela’ on Tuesday 24th June at the London School of Economics. Good Morning, Mr Mandela is the extraordinary story of how a young woman had her life and everything she once believed in transformed by the greatest man of her time

by staff reporter Zelda la Grange grew up in South Africa as an Afrikaner who supported the rules of segregation. Yet just a few years after the end of apartheid she would become

a most trusted assistant to the late Nelson Mandela, growing to respect and cherish the man she had been taught was the enemy. Now she shares his lasting and inspiring gifts with the world. La Grange will launch her new

book Good Morning, Mr Mandela on Tuesday 24th June 2014 at the London School of Economics. Good Morning, Mr Mandela, published by Penguin in English and Afrikaans versions, tells the story of how a young woman had

her life, beliefs, prejudices and everything she once believed in utterly transformed by the greatest man of her time. It is the incredible journey of an awkward, terrified young typist in her twenties, later chosen to become one of the President’s most loyal and devoted servants, spending most of her adult working life travelling with, supporting and caring for the man she would come to call ‘Khulu’, or ‘grandfather’. Zelda la Grange was born in 1970 in South Africa. She began working as a secretary for the government in 1992, in the Department of State Expenditure. In 1993 she moved to the Human Resources division and in 1994 she joined the office of the first democratically elected President as a senior ministerial typist. She was promoted to one of President Mandela’s three private secretaries in 1997 and in 1999 Nelson Mandela requested her to remain in his service beyond retirement. In 2002 she left government and became a full time employee of the Nelson Mandela Foundation. She served Nelson Mandela in different capacities

over nineteen years, ranging from typist, assistant private secretary, private secretary, manager of his office, his spokesperson and aidede-camp. She was serving as his personal assistant when he passed away in December 2013. This event is free with no ticket required. Entry is first come, first served. For queries contact us at events@lse.ac.uk 0207 955 6043. Date: Tuesday 24th June 2014 Time: 6.30-8pm; Venue: Old Theatre, Old Building, LSE

Ten reasons you know you’re South African

| From the bushveld to the streets of Jozi and the beaches of Cape Town and beyond, some things announce before you do that you are a South African… By Dominique Valente 1. You say ‘ag shame’ at least 20 times a day. 2. You say sorry even when things aren’t your fault. 3. You accept an apology from someone when it wasn’t their fault either. e.g.: ‘Ah shame Stevie, I’m so sorry that happened to you,’ and Stevie replies, ‘Thanks Jan, that means a lot.’ 4. You are rather perplexed when you order a curry and it doesn’t come with Mrs Ball’s peach chutney. 5. You use the word ‘boring’ in the most interesting way. Such as: ‘The interest rate has gone up, fuel is set to increase, and it’s now R20 to the Pound – how boring.’ 6. You think there is absolutely nothing wrong with adding tomato sauce to your lasagne, shepherd’s pie, or eggs … how else would you eat them anyway? 7. You couldn’t give a continental

about a continental breakfast. Breakfast literally means bacon and eggs, well to you anyway. 8. Your fancy cheese and wine evening includes: wine from a 400-year-old Stellenbosch farm, aged-to-perfection Camembert, grapes / figs, and biltong. The fact that you’ve added the biltong makes it fancy, dammit. 9. A recipe calls for ‘wine good enough to drink’ and you are genuinely puzzled… it takes a while for you to realise that in some countries the wine isn’t good enough to drink. Which makes you say shame and sorry again. 10. You find yourself laughing uproariously when you’re in an overseas restaurant and they bring you a steak… only to realise they weren’t kidding that’s really what they’re serving. Disclaimer: all views are my own and are based on years of observation

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Mandela Remembered Gala Dinner 18th July 2014

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Join us for a very special celebration of the life & legacy of a global icon The Blue Sky Village gala dinner will commemorate the life and legacy of a 20th-century Hero on his birthdate. The dinner will be hosted by TV Star June Sarpong with performances from special guests including Heather Small, The Kenney Jones house band, the Body Guard star Alexandra Burke and other major names to be announced soon!

It will be a stellar evening of entertainment with finest South African cuisine and wines

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Mandela Remembered: A gala fundraising dinner in London

| The dinner on Nelson Mandela’s birthday was inspired by a House of Commons Tribute Book of messages to Mandela started in 1999 by Nic Careem. This book now contains over 700 handwritten messages, from Prime Ministers and Presidents to world famous celebrities, musicians and corporate leaders and will be presented to the people of South Africa during the dinner

By staff reporter Mandela Remembered: a gala fundraising dinner in London Celebrating The Life and Legacy of Nelson Mandela Nelson Mandela was a 20th century hero. On Friday 18th July 2014, his birthday, his life and achievements will be celebrated with a host of celebrities, musicians and political and business leaders at a gala fundraising dinner at the world famous Camden Roundhouse in aid of the Blue Sky Village. The gala dinner was inspired by a House of Commons Tribute Book of messages to Nelson Mandela started in 1999 by Nic Careem, creator of the Blue Sky village Concept. This book now contains over 700 handwritten messages, from Prime Ministers and Presidents to world famous celebrities, musicians and corporate leaders, and will be presented to the people of South Africa during the dinner. “Poverty can only be defeated by providing a means for our poorest citizens to earn a fair wage. The Blue Sky Enterprise Village will do just that. Every village will provide decent homes, a school, a medical centre, and community facilities for its residents and those living around the village,” said Careem. Each village will be twinned with towns and districts in the UK, EU and USA. The village workshops will produce The Blue Sky Village brand of goods which will be sold through shops in districts twinned with villages. “Villages are not charities, but enterprises and profits made by the villages will help set-up another

village… and so on,” Careem added. The funds raised at the Gala Dinner will be used to complete the first Village, in Rwanda. PROGRAMME 6.00pm Champagne Reception 7.00pm Welcome by host June Sarpong and special guest 7.15pm Gourmet meal with fine wines 8.30pm A performance of shadow mime based on Nelson Mandela’s life 8.45pm Showing of “Freedom fighter to world statesman” 9.00pm Messages from the House of Commons Tribute book along with musical performances by special guests including Heather Small, Beverly Knight, Kenney Jones and Friends 10.45pm Introduction of The Blue Sky Village concept by Nic Careem and Annabel Schild, co founders of the Blue Sky Village Foundation, and unveiling of the village plan 11.00pm Charity Auction 11.30pm Presentation of the House of Commons Tribute book to a senior representative of the of People of South Africa 11.45pm Performance of the Nelson Mandela Tribute Song ‘The Messenger’ by Joan Armatrading, Heather Small and special guests 11.55pm Thank you by organisers 12.00am Formal event closes and after-party starts with the Kenney Jones house band Ticket options: Gold: Guests will get the red carpet treatment with an invitation to the VIP Champagne lounge. Here they

will enjoy premium champagne and canapés, while mingling with, celebrities, business leaders and influential public figures. They will enjoy a sumptuous dinner with vintage Champagne and finest wines and tables will be positioned in a premium position. At the after-show party the wine, spirits and cocktails will be flowing to the end. Each guest will receive a personalised copy of The House of Commons Book of Tribute Messages to Nelson Mandela £10,000 + VAT for a table of 9 hosted by a celebrity. Silver: Guests will begin the evening at a reception and enjoy fine wine and canapés. Silver ticket holder tables will be in an excellent position where they will enjoy a sumptuous dinner, including premium Champagne and wine. At the after-show party the wine, spirits and cocktails will be flowing to the end. Silver ticket holders will receive a copy of the House of Commons Book of Messages. £5,000 + VAT for a table of 10 Bronze: Guests will begin the evening at a Champagne reception and enjoy fine wine and canapés. Then in the main hall they will enjoy a sumptuous dinner, including wine. At the after-show party the wine, spirits and cocktails will be flowing to the end. £2,500 + VAT for a table of 10 For further information please contact: Nic Careem: +44 7438 567 276 niccareem@aol.com Neil Sen: 07969954919 neil.sen@xrl.co.uk

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Hugh Masekela pays tribute to Trevor Huddleston at London gala evening

| Hugh Masekela reflects on his life, the legacy of Trevor Huddleston, and performs music from his outstanding career. This special evening, in a beautiful 17th century building in central London, will help raise funds to help young entrepreneurs get a first foothold in creative industries in South Africa

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style, under both Armstrong and Gillespie. Masekela will be joined in performance at the event by special guest, New York-born jazz pianist, Larry Willis, who ‘Bra Hugh’ first met in those early days in Manhattan. Hosted by the Trevor Huddleston Memorial Centre (based in Sophiatown, Johannesburg), the gala evening on 17th June 2014 will raise funds for the work of the Memorial Centre, to help young entrepreneurs get a foothold in the creative industries in South Africa. The Memorial Centre, established in 2000, runs training and incubation for budding entrepreneurs. Huddleston Centre director Tricia Sibbons said, “Mr Masekela’s career is an inspiration to thousands of young people and this unique evening will honour Father Huddleston, ensuring that the legacy of creative opportunity is passed on to the next generation. It will be an extraordinary event with perhaps the supreme emissary of world music and advocate for African heritage.” Tickets from £60-32 (inc booking fee) per person with all proceeds helping young South Africans gain a foothold in careers in the arts.

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| The SA Congregation Makietie provided a great day to enjoy the sun, good company, and everything South African by Andre Harmzen The annual SA Gemeente (Congregation) festival was held from 30th May to 1st June 2014 at Hop Farm in Kent. Makietie aimed to be an occasion where congregants and friends from all over the United Kingdom could spend quality time together and celebrate being South Africans in the UK. It succeeded in being a ‘lekker kuier’ where the South African community, their families and friends relaxed together in a sunny Christian atmosphere. The SA Gemeente Makietie had everything any South African is used to – friendly people, lovely sunny weather and proper South African food! The roughly one thousand attendees demolished the pancakes, vetkoeke, curry and rice and Spur burgers. The deserts were high on the priority list as the ‘koeksisters’ and the milk tarts and Peppermint Crisp puddings sold

out before lunch. Other favourites were malva pudding, homemade rusks and various other family bakes. St Marcus South African Shop provided all the necessary biltong and SA products. The day hosted several activities in which people participated spontaneously. The tug-of-war and ‘boere sport’ was great fun; the friendly touch rugby tournament challenged young brains and old legs to communicate; while the airgun and bow shooting excited the more serious sports enthusiasts. The highlight of the day was the ‘kettie bom’ (giant slingshot) where the bounce of the rugby ball decided your prize-winning fate. This was a serious matter indeed – as the main prizes of an all-inclusive hunting weekend at Schoongesight Game Farm; an overnight stay at the MacDonald Royal Bath Spa Hotel; VIP tickets for the SA goes London show; an Expat Explore holiday voucher;

various gifts from Breytenbachs, Patricia Whites and Ultimate Housing; as well as hampers filled with hundreds of pounds worth of SA goodies from Jumbo Wholesalers and Cashkows were highly desirable. Saturday’s events concluded with an evening filled with dancing and more eating. There was a proper ‘dans opskop’ in the Hop Farm hall. The fires were lit outside and braai packs filled with quality Welsh and Somerset meat were provided. Flame BBQ did a tremendous job in providing a alternative to doing the braai yourself – they had a lamb and hog roast accompanied by various yummy side dishes. Makietie provided a great day to enjoy the sun, good company, and everything South African. The Sunday church service was therefore a fitting close to a weekend shared in the love that brings people together, the love

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Touring the Cape Winelands on two wheels

| Nine kilometres of cycling made for a glorious day at two South African wine estates and Van Ryn’s brandy distillery Bikes ‘n Wines is described as ‘eco-friendly tours of the Cape Winelands combining cycling with exclusive wine tastings and cellar tours.’ My interest came with questions: How fit do I have to be to go on one? Do you cycle drunk at some point? Do you buy wine at discounted prices? Tarryn Povey swiftly handled my queries and out of the many day and overnight tours available, I settled on the Vineyard Meander. Nine kilometres of cycling to two wine estates and a brandy distillery. Be at the corner of Castle and Berg Street at 08h45, dress comfortably with closed shoes, bring a backpack to carry your wine purchases… were some of the points in the booking confirmation email. Come the day, I joined a motley group of international travellers at the meeting point. A guide named Ronaldo led us to Cape Town Train Station to catch a train to Stellenbosch in the heart of the Winelands (The train ticket is included in your tour price). During the short walk to the station and later on the hour-long train ride, Ronaldo answered questions, shared Bikes ‘n Wines stories and snippets of Cape history. At the Bikes ‘n Wines Shed we met up with another tour guide, Fabian, Ronaldo’s assistant for the day. We signed indemnity forms, received a bicycle, helmet and a bottle of water and off we went – alongside a railway track on the 1km ride to Spier Wine Farm.

At this popular winery, we cycled through the visiting crowds awed by our cycling party to exclusive seating in one of the cellars. A friendly wine master took us through wine etiquette and different types of vino. “Swirl…sniff… then taste. Spitting out depends on the occasion.” Wine 101-ed the expert. Got it! The cycle afterwards through the Spier vineyard was the most challenging yet very scenic. It is a few kilometres with a punishing climb to a spot with a beautiful view of the farm. Allow me a moment of shame here. At some point, this uphill ride saw yours truly detouring to collapse in the shade of a tree and gasping for air while the trio of Dutch sexagenarians in our group cycled past clucking sympathetically. Fabian stayed with me, concerned that I might pull out. Or pass out. I got back on and we joined the group at the vantage point where Ronaldo was giving out more info about Spier Wine Farm and the Winelands. The downhill cycle to Vredenheim Wine Estate was very welcome! With it also came the beautiful Winelands scenery in the form of other wine estates, horse farms and Victorian buildings with mountain ranges in the distances. These postcard images were a feature as we cycled between the farms. Vredenheim Wine Estate is beautiful with a homely, less

commercialised feel to it. Once again, we sat in the cellar and a young representative took us through their wines. ‘Woods… blends… to chill or not to chill… compatible dishes…’ They had an impressive range of reds, whites and blends that at some point, spitting out became secondary. I was lightheaded when we went out to the garden for lunch. A long table was set out for us with an expansive menu to match. We drank more wine and got to know the other people in the group. We shared travel stories while enjoying the scrumptious lunch. Afterwards we browsed through the Vredenheim gift shop before getting on our bicycles and heading out to Van Ryn’s Brandy Distillery. The air of class at Van Ryn’s Brandy Distillery hits you as soon as you alight from your bicycle or car. A waiter with a refreshing blend of brandy and chilled apricot juice met us at the door. In a spacious room we listened to a talk about how Van Ryn’s brandy is made… ’12-year-olds… smoothness of an 18-year-old… the best way to enjoy brandy’. We sampled some of the finest Van Ryn’s has to offer and I took the opportunity to buy a glass set and two bottles. With that our tour was over and we cycled back to the shed to return the bikes. As the train pulled back into Cape Town, I coined a phrase to encapsulate my experience: Bikes ‘n Wines Hangover. It’s the kind you don’t want to recover from.

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All aboard the King Edward for the Vimba summer boat cruise | The Boat That Rocked is the theme for the Vimba boat cruise along the Thames By staff reporter The Zimbabwean charity Vimba invites you to join them for a summer boat cruise along the Thames on Saturday 21st June 2014. It will be a fantastic evening taking in the sights of London from the water, and all for a worthy cause.

Theme/dress: The Boat That Rocked – 1960s Cost: £35 – DJ and canapés included Bring along your friends and book your tickets now to avoid disappointment. Book on www.vimba.co.uk/vimbaevents

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New electoral rules to change little in Zim elections | Zimbabwe is to hold its future elections under a new set of laws governing the country’s elections. However, these new guidelines have quickly been criticised for amounting to little more than a legislative whitewash aimed at glossing over the fact that there is hardly any effective change to the way that the African nation’s problematic democracy continues to play itself out By sertan sanderson The new Electoral Amendment Bill, rushed through parliament last week, is reportedly designed to constitute a first step taken toward fullfilling the provisions of the new Zimbabwean Constitution, which was introduced by way of a referendum in 2013. But opposition parties have said that the draft law fails to enact any reforms geared at making the country any more democratic, alleging that the bill would allow President Robert Mugabe to manipulate future elections if and as needed. Following numerous contested elections for the majority of the past few decades, Zimbabwe’s opposition parties want to ensure that disputes at the polls will once and for all be confined to history books. They unite in criticising that the introduction of the Electoral Amendment Bill falls well short of ensuring free and fair elections in the future, fearing that Mugabe is trying to underhandedly enshrine ZANU-

PF leadership into law for after his death. Among other changes to be introduced, the new bill aims at simplifying various voting procedures, abolishing special vote provisions for elections workers and security personnel at the voting stations, while keeping the postal vote intact for military personnel. This is a move, which has faced a great deal of criticism and scrutiny due to the fact that the procedures involved in the postal vote for the military do not guarantee anonymity, as the postal vote for the military is supervised directly and in person by military superiors. Neither were any provisions made in the bill for a vote abroad – an initiative, which has been championed by the opposition. Meanwhile, before dealing with future elections the opposition is still in the middle of contesting last year’s election results, alleging pro-active vote rigging on part of Mugabe’s ruling ZANU-PF. The changes introduced by the

Electoral Amendment Bill were bulldozed through parliament using the ZANU-PF majority. But the government has defended the decision to fast-track the bill after a previous emergency act governing the past election election had expired last December, leaving the country’s election guidelines effectively in a vacuum. The bill is now only one signature away from being enshrined into law – that of President Mugabe. Despite recently claiming that he feels as healthy as a nineyear-old at his nonagenarian age, Mugabe is yet to officially confirm whether he intends to run again in the country’s next elections in four years’ time, giving him plenty of time to demand further changes before signing the document – at least in theory. It is unclear yet whether the bill will be made available for public commentary before Mugabe signs on the dotted line. In either case, the clock seems to be ticking.

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| International Family Law Specialist, Helen Blackburn, answers your questions on international parental child abduction

By Belinda Liversedge Q: My husband and I moved to England from Durban five years ago for work however we split up soon after and my seven year old son and I moved out of the family home. Relations between us have

been fairly hostile since the split but my ex continued to see our son every weekend. Over the school half-term I agreed for my ex to take our son back to South Africa for what was supposed to be a twoweek holiday. However on the day they were due back he called me to say he and my son would not be returning to England. I am frantic, my son is supposed to return to school in London next week- what should I do? A: When a child is retained abroad beyond an agreed holiday period or taken abroad without the permission of all those whose permission is required (which is generally both parents) this is technically parental child abduction. Very sadly parental child abduction is a growing phenomenon particularly amongst international families. According

to statistics released by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office and Reunite (the UK charity) last December the number of parental child abduction and custody cases more than doubled over the last decade, with almost two children being abducted abroad each day. It can have both civil and criminal law consequences depending on the particular circumstances of the child’s removal or retention and the countries involved. Whenever parental child abduction takes place a left behind parent is well advised to seek urgent advice from a specialist law firm such as my own firm. There are immediate steps you can take to secure your son’s return to England. Legal Aid may also be available to pursue your remedies. Fortunately South Africa is a signatory to an international treaty called ‘the Hague (the 1980

Vulnerable Rand shows strength ahead of rating review | The Rand has bolstered its position across the board in the build-up to the rating review, but it’s still considered highly vulnerable by 1st contact Meanwhile, data out of China showed exports climbing by 7% - testament to global economic growth. On the local front, AMCU union and platinum producers are due to meet today for more talks aimed at ending their crippling five-month strike. The Rand strengthened against the Dollar on Friday, closing the week at USDZAR10.59. This was despite a strong performance from the Dollar against the major crosses. The Dollar strengthened against the Euro, Pound and Yen, with a more or less equal performance against all three (a 0.1% move). The Rand strengthened against

all major crosses, with the biggest move seen against the Euro (-1.1%). Three commodity currencies –the ZAR, NOK and CAD – appreciated on the day, while the CAD and AUD depreciated. All but one of the EM currencies we monitor appreciated on the day; the exception was the MXN, which depreciated slightly. The Rand was the best-performing currency in both categories. The Rand traded between a low of USDZAR10.5609 and a high of USDZAR10.7189. Support from where the Rand opened this morning sits at 10.5800, 10.5200, 10.4800 and 10.4400, while resistance levels sit at 10.6400,

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Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction) which aims to restore children home to the country of their “habitual residence” as swiftly as possible so that any dispute over the arrangements for the child’s care or where the child should live is resolved by the courts in that country. If an application is made under the Hague Convention within 12 months of the removal/retention, then the court must order the return of the child unless a defence applies. In order for a defence under the Hague Convention to apply, the abducting parent must show either that the person bringing the application consented or acquiesced in the removal or retention, that there is a grave risk that returning the child would expose them to physical/

psychological harm or place them in an intolerable situation or that the child objects to being returned and is of sufficient maturity for the court to take their views into account (although a child’s wishes are only a factor and not determinative). Once a child has been returned to the country, arrangements for the care of the child can then be properly determined by the national Family Court. Helen Blackburn, is a Partner at The International Family Law Group LLP – a law firm specialising in international family law matters based in Covent Garden, London.To speak to Helen or a member of her International child law team at The International Family Law Group call 0203 178 5668, email helen.blackburn@iflg. uk.com or visit www.iflg.uk.com

Important changes to Tier 1 (General)

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| With sunshine predicted throughout the city – things are shaping up nicely for another action packed week of touch by in2touch Taking the pitches this week, 4 of our 7 across London will be battling out in the semi-finals stages of the competition. With some old rivals competing again – and some new blood coming through the ranks with gold in sight, these games will no doubt showcase the skill and stamina we have on call in our London leagues. Putney/Wandsworth, Clapham Common, Clapham/Wandsworth Common and Regents Park teams will come with game faces on, and ready to dive, run, and pass! Semi-finals for Richmond, Surrey Quays and Hyde Park will be the following week. With the Spring season coming to an end, this is no way means the end of fun. Along with the Summer league (which starts in only a few weeks) – we have the awesome one day competition at the London 10’s Festival. Following the successful 2012 London 10’s event with 20 Rugby teams and 20 Touch teams participating, we are very pleased to announce the event will be held on Saturday 26th & Sunday 27th July 2014 at Ilford RFC in East London (The Mixed social touch event will be held on Sunday the 27th July 2014). The mixed social touch teams will play in a one-day competition on the Sunday, but are welcome to take part in the Saturday

evening festivities and camping opportunities. This competition will bring together mixed social teams from across the UK to fight it out to be crowned champions. The London 10’s showcases all elements of Rugby Union and Touch Rugby – bringing all the best aspects both on and off field. Not only will the two day event display the skill and talent that is evident in this fine capital, but live music, bars and entertainment will also be on offer 2014 sees the London 10’s and Touch Festival join forces with the fantastic FRN 7’s Tournament which will see Men’s and Women’s 7’s, Men’s Opens and Social 10’s all on Saturday 26th July and then the highlight of the event will be the 16 team mixed Touch Competition on Sunday 27th July. Entry is open to any teams that wish to enter – but remember, first come, first served! So make sure to sign up and register for the fun filled weekend! Team entry will cost £180 – which not only covers entry, but tickets to the day’s activities and festivities, but the entertainment as well. (Please note: All players in the squad must be over the age of 17 to participate in the competition. Not only is playing in a one day competition a fun and exciting challenge for you and your teammates, it is also a way to meet new friends and discover the many

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Springboks off to winning start against World XV | Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer is pleased with his team’s 47-13 win over a star-studded World XV team

By staff reporter The match proved to be ideal preparation for the international season for the Boks as Meyer was able to give his full squad a run-out. Made to work hard Despite the big margin of victory, they were made to work hard for the win by a team laden with big names. It was only after the break that the men in green and gold managed to take charge of the contest. They scored six tries in total and picked up a lot of momentum in the second half of the match after leading only 18-13 at the break. Meyer, however, warned that the first of two tests against Wales, to be played in Durban on Saturday, will be another big step-up for his team, as the Welsh are a settled team. ‘Wales will be well prepared’ “Wales will be well prepared,” Meyer said. “They are a quality side with big backs, which will give them go-forward ball. They also played together in the Six Nations, while we are just starting out.” The coach said he was happy with a number of aspects of his team’s play and feels they will be much better prepared with another week of training. “This match was important to us, because we have to play together as a team to become better. I believe we are a very dangerous team when we play with quick ball and that was something that I was

Willie le Roux of the Springbok scores a try during the International match between South Africa and World XV at DHL Newlands Stadium on June 7th, 2014 in Cape Town, South Africa. (Photo by Luke Walker/Gallo Images/Getty Images)

unhappy about at the break. I had some harsh words for the players about the penalties conceded in the first half. “In the second half, we applied ourselves better at the breakdown and we scored some very good tries. To score six, seven tries against a side with the quality of this World XV is very pleasing,” he reckoned.

No injuries The Springboks departed for Durban on Sunday with no immediate injury concerns. “There are no injuries, and that is great news for us,” said the coach, who had a large number of players unavailable for selection for the World XV match because of injuries. “We also scored some great tries

with a number of them coming from the training fields, so I am happy. We knew it was going to be tough and we came though well. Matfield satisfied Springbok captain Victor Matfield, who returned to team for the first time since 2011, said the side’s play improved pleasingly as the game progressed.

“In the beginning, we did not execute well, but once we managed to get into their half, we played well,” said Matfield. “It was a very good World XV, which gave us a lot of problems in the beginning. “On a personal level, it was good to be back playing for the Springboks again. It always remains a massive honour.”

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