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Nelson Mandela 1918 – 2013
"Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world" BLOEMFONTEIN CAPE TOWN DURBAN EAST LONDON GABORONE GEORGE HOEDSPRUIT JOHANNESBURG KIMBERLEY LUBUMBASHI LUSAKA MAPUTO NELSPRUIT PORT ELIZABETH PIETERMARITZBURG RICHARDSBAY WALVIS BAY WINDHOEK HARARE
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This Month's Best Reads JANUARY 2014 Events:
16 North | 18 South | 20 In Between Bits & Pieces: 22 Travel Tips & Gorgeous Goodies Bites: 26 Restaurants & Taste Experiences Special Feature: 28 The Ins and Outs of South African Education Travel: 37 Keeping the Kids Educated and Entertained, 60 The Many
Views of Victoria Falls Feature: 42 Educating Divas | 70 Prepare for an Action Packed 2014 Motoring: 74 South Africa’s Car of the Year Finalists | 87 Lexus ES Gadgets: 100 Must Haves for Technophiles
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12 Nelson Rolihlala Mandela – A Life Remembered | 14 SA Express Timeline | 94 SAX Opens its Heart to Richards Bay | 98 Up Close and Personal with Maxwell Feature: 32 ABCs for Parents | 57 Tackling Adult Illiterac y | 67 Eastern Cape on Call | 91 Reinventing Yourself Business: 83 Madiba’s Golden Touch Books: 102 New releases and Must Reads
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On behalf of all employees, the Board and the Executive Committee of SA Express, we offer our deepest condolences to the Mandela family on the passing of former President Nelson Mandela on 5th December 2013. For our part, we are still trying to come to terms with his passing. We are grateful to the Mandela family for having generously shared him with the rest of humanity for the last 95 years. His jailors locked him and his comrades away for 27 years, and gave him back to us for the last 23 years of the life that God gave him. He leaves behind a rich legacy, characterised by a deep love for freedom, democracy, respect for human rights and the rule of law. We can only hope that more of humanity aspires to the ideals for which we will always remember Nelson Mandela: his struggle for equality, human rights, the dignity of children and the healing of a country once divided. We salute the man, his ideas, his legacy and above all his love for his country, the world and its people. The story of SA Express is inextricably linked to that of the new South Africa. Like the new South Africa that inaugurated Madiba as its first democratically elected
president, we were born on 24 April 1994, three days before millions of fellow South Africans went to the polls to finally bury the old South Africa. SA Express was established as an African regional feeder airline that connects small and bigger cities to stimulate trade, business and tourism in South Africa and its neighbouring countries. So as we commence with the New Year, we are proud of our 20 year heritage and we will continue to Fly for You. You can look forward to exciting 20 year milestone celebrations of freedom and democracy across the country and from SA Express. I hope you have a truly remarkable year filled with everything you hoped for. A prosperous 20th anniversary to SA Express and South Africa’s democracy.
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Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela A LIFE REMEMBERED TEX T: CHRIST OPHE R T IL L : DIRE CT OR, APART H E ID M U SEUM I MA G E © IST OCKPHOTO.COM
Nelson Mandela, the father of the nation who is affectionately known as Madiba, has gone to rest. He has left the world a legacy which will endure and inspire future generations in the knowledge that their freedom is owed to him and others in their struggle to overcome discrimination and prejudice.
His gift and message is not only pertinent to those who suffered under the draconian Apartheid concept of segregation and second class status for black South Africans, but to the millions who find themselves in similar circumstances today in other parts of the world. It is Nelson Mandela’s message of negotiation and reconciliation – in moving beyond the yoke of servitude and conflict to a position of building a new nation based on the principles of equality, non-racism, non-sexism and equal opportunity – that finds resonance in the hearts and minds of the international community and the world at large. Mandela regarded the 27 years he had to endure in prison as small sacrifice for the reward of the freedom of his people – both friend and foe alike – who make up the citizens of South Africa, and by extension the citizenry of the world. The principle of reconciliation he held up as his mantra endeared him to all, including his former jailers. And then came the first democratic elections in 1994, people standing in line for hours to vote, the majority for the first time, in excitement and incredulity, experiencing the previously
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unimaginable. Freedom! This great man would no doubt see the outpouring of admiration and gratitude, tinged with sorrow, spontaneously being articulated from every corner of the planet, as a collective salute to the millions who endured the excesses of an inhumane and brutal system which was overcome with courage and sacrifice. He would no doubt downplay his own role in this struggle for dignity and emancipation. The acknowledgment of being awarded the Noble Peace Prize and the United Nations honouring his birthday on 18th July every year as International Nelson Mandela Day, ensures that this humility, extraordinary leadership and pinnacle of human achievement is rightly recognised as we honour and remember him, and share in his legacy as a beloved citizen of the world. You will be with us always. Hamba kahle, tata. Go well, father.
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SA Express Turns 20 WE ARE DELIGHTED TO CELEBRATE 20 YEARS OF SUCCESS WITH YOU
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SA Express established by the Deloisse brothers and Thebe Investments Romy Dippenaar becomes SA Express’ first female pilot
Aloma Stevens becomes SA Express’ first female captain
SA Express acquires Comair routes including Skukuza, Richards Bay and Gaborone
SA Express introduces CRJ 200 into the fleet
Captain Aloma Stevens, First Officer Karen Croukamp, Cabin crew Annelise van Jaarsveld and Tuli Mocumi are the first all female crew
SA Express commences operations in Eros, Windhoek SA Express opens the Cape Town base
SA Express appointed by Government to collect Calli and Monique Strydom (who had just been freed by hostage takers)
SA Express is acquired by Transnet from Thebe Investments
Boni Dibate becomes the first female CEO of an airline
SA Express commences operations in Tanzania
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SA Express celebrates 10 years of service
SA Express commences operations at Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport SA Express commences with fleet acquisition strategy
SA Express signs for first Q 400
SA Express receives Annual Airline Reliability Awards from Bombadier SA Express is named Top Performing Company in the Public Sector by Topco Media SA Express is transferred to the Department of Public Enterprises SA Express is nominated as one of the Top 500 Best Managed Companies SA Express introduces CRJ 700 into the fleet SA Express is accredited ACCA Approved Employer Trainee Development SA Express starts the cadet training programme SA Express awarded AFRAA Regional Airline of the Year SA Express received Allied and Aviation Corporate Business Award
SA Express receives Bombadier Airline Reliability Performance Award for Middle East & Africa
SA Express receives Global Award for Effective Brand Transformation
SA Express accredited by Bombadier as its First Commercial Aircraft Authorised Service Facility in Africa
SA Express launches a new route between Johannesburg and Pietermaritzburg
SA Express celebrates 20 years of service. Happy Birthday SA Express!
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Hanging With the Hominins MRS PLES AND FRIENDS, MAROPENG Maropeng’s latest exhibition, “Mrs Ples and Friends�, consists of a selection of hominin fossils from the Cradle of Humankind :RUOG +HULWDJH 6LWH ,W ZLOO DOVR PDUN WKH ´UVW WLPH LQ HLJKW years that “Mrs Ples� will be on display at Maropeng. Other special fossils that will be on display include TM 1517 (the type specimen of Paranthropus robustus discovered at Kromdraai), COB 101 (the only hominin fossil discovered at Coopers Cave), and SK 48 (the cranium of a young Paranthropus robustus showing two leopard teeth puncture marks in it). Around 40% of the world’s known hominid fossils have been unearthed in the Cradle of Humankind World Heritage Site, earning it UNESCO World Heritage Site status in 1999.
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Hit the Trail NEW BALANCE TRAIL RUN, BUFFELSPOORT 7KH IXQ ´OOHG 1HZ %DODQFH 7UDLO 5XQ SUHVHQWHG E\ ,VX]X UHWXUQV to Buffelspoort (North West Province) in January, and will incorporate the trail run routes of the Totalsports XTERRA presented by Rehidrat Sport. Participants can choose between a NP DQG NP URXWH DQG WKH ´UVW NP DWKOHWH WR FURVV WKH ´QLVK line will win an entry into the 2014 ProNutro AfricanX Trailrun presented by New Balance. All entrants will receive a goody bag, ZKLOH PHGDOV ZLOO EH DZDUGHG WR DOO ´QLVKHUV )RU PRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ or to enter, email entries@stillwatersports.com.
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Trip the Light Fantastic ELECTRIC LIGHT ORCHESTRA, EMPERORS PALACE, JOHANNESBURG The Electric Light Orchestra featuring Phil Bates (ELO2) will bring four decades of Electric Light Orchestra hits to South Africa, accompanied by popular South African electro string group, The Muses. The Electric Light Orchestra (ELO) are one of the most successful bands in the history of music, with dozens of top 20 hits, many of which are regarded as classics. The band successfully forged a bridge between classical and rock music, electronic and orchestral music, and between traditional and modern trends. Frontman Phil Bates and Electric Light Orchestra Classics will perform a set list that includes such popular ELO hits as “Don’t Bring Me Down�, “All Over the World�, “Shine a Little Love�, “Turn to Stone�, and “Evil Woman�. Tickets are available from Computicket. // WWW.COMPUTICKET.COM
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Raise Your Glasses & Pop Your Corks STELLENBOSCH WINE FESTIVAL, STELLENBOSCH The Stellenbosch Wine Festival showcases the cream of the Stellenbosch American Express Wine Routes. The festival line-up includes a harvest parade, a street fest in historic Church Street, speciality tastings and tours, cultivar showcases, dine in the vine encounters, art exhibitions, special events, as well as winery experiences and restaurant promotions. The ten-day wine spectacular culminates in a three-day wine expo in the centre of town. For the duration of the festival, wine lovers will also be able to enjoy dedicated American Express Winery Experiences at close to 80 wineries in the region, while the American Express Wine & Dine programme will feature some of the top award-winning restaurants in the Stellenbosch region offering special festival menus and promotions. Tickets are available from www.pnptickets.co.za.
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Stomp, Rattle and Roll START OF HARVEST CELEBRATION, DELHEIM, STELLENBOSCH Delheim Wine Estate will stomp in the 2014 harvest in high spirits, when it hauls out the barrels for its ever popular Start of Harvest Celebration. Visitors can get close to the harvesting action when the Sperling family VZRSV DOO WKH FRPPRWLRQ LQ WKH FHOODU DQG YLQH\DUG IRU D IXQ ´OOHG ª'D\ LQ the life of Delheim”. Events range from a riveting grape stomping race to a more laid-back picnic indulgence. The festivities kick off at noon each day, when guests are welcomed with a glass of fermenting grape must, followed by a guided cellar tour, and a sumptuous buffet-style lunch accompanied by the sounds of a live band. The highlight of the event will be the main grape stomping contest. Email pr@delheim.com for reservations.
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When the Stars Align ASTRONOMY GASTRONOMY, TWELVE APOSTLES HOTEL & SPA, CAPE TOWN The five-star Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa’s exclusive Astronomy Gastronomy event will combine a delicious culinary offering with celestial wonders. Guests will enjoy a three-course sunset dinner in the light and airy Café Grill before embarking on a starry journey to the hotel’s unique outdoor events space, The Kraal, accompanied by the astronomy experts of Over the Moon Tours. The Kraal is situated on the slopes of Table Mountain and offers mesmerising views of the Atlantic Ocean. It is also the perfect place for a spot of stargazing, and guests will have the opportunity for a close-up look at the African sky’s Milky Way with the use of a professional telescope. Email bookta@12apostles.co.za for reservations or more information.
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Get Into the Swing of Things 2014 VOLVO GOLF CHAMPIONS, DURBAN COUNTRY CLUB The Volvo Golf Champions is the European Tour’s “Tournament of Champions” and its curtain-raiser. It is also the most important championship staged in South Africa. Entry is restricted to those who have won on Tour in 2013 or who are long-term champions with ten or more career victories. As such, it features many of golf’s most popular, well-known and established stars, as well as a host of exciting up-and-comers. Tickets can be purchased at the Pro Shops of the Durban Country Club, Beachwood Golf Club, Zimbali Country Club, Cotswold Downs and Mount Edgecombe Country Club. They are also available from Computicket.
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Dreamy Big Screens SCENE, NU METRO PAVILION, DURBAN Centre. Select screens in the complex have been refurbished with luxurious, fully reclining leather chairs, offering plenty of space to watch your movie in ultimate comfort. Scene also boasts its own exclusive lounge where you can relax and enjoy a drink from the bar, which serves anything from alcoholic beverages to fresh fruit juice, tea or coffee. Delicious light meals are also available from an exclusive menu, offering specialised, freshly prepared gourmet sandwiches, burgers, platters and decadent desserts. For those with a sweet tooth and a love for tradition, a wide range of confectionary popcorn and soda is also available.
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BITS & PIECES The Ultimate City Experience Tintswalo at Waterfall is an intimate boutique hotel offering unparalleled cuisine, exceptional luxury and classic Tintswalo service standards. It is situated within the Waterfall Equestrian Estate, a 230 ha secure country estate less than 30 minutes drive from the OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg. This boutique destination features spectacular 360 degree views and is designed as an elegant stable, with thick stone clad walls, double volume spaces and heavy bolted timber roof trusses. It ORRNV RXW RYHU OXVK SROR ´HOGV WKH HVWDWH GDP DQG the Magaliesberg Mountains. Each of its 16 suites are individually decorated according to the colours and FKDUDFWHULVWLFV RI VSHFL´F KRUVH EUHHGV DQG ERDVW H[WUD OHQJWK NLQJ VL]H RU WZLQ EHGV DLU FRQGLWLRQLQJ KHDWHG WRZHO UDLOV ¾DW VFUHHQ 79V DQG wireless connectivity. Waterfall’s facilities include the Vital Source Spa, the Feedroom restaurant, a library, 5 km’s of walking trails and a gym.
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BITS & PIECES All About Amarula At the height of the African summer, Phalaborwa in Limpopo LV ´OOHG ZLWK WKH H[RWLF IUDJUDQFH RI ULSHQLQJ PDUXOD IUXLWV sweet with a juicy tang and a hint of nuttiness. The succulent fruit is a critical ingredient in Amarula. When ripened by the VXQ LW EHFRPHV SOXPS ZLWK ¾DYRXU DQG IDOOV WR WKH JURXQG LV gathered by local rural communities and delivered to Amarula’s production centre. Harvesters are paid for every kilogram they deliver to make Amarula, and the proceeds of their picking have become a valued source of income for their families. After checking each fruit for ripeness and quality, the marulas are crushed. The fruit pulp is cooled and maintained at a low temperature before undergoing a double distillation process. It LV WKHQ DJHG LQ ZRRG IRU WZR \HDUV 7KH ´QDO EOHQG LV FRPSOHWHG with fresh dairy cream. Amarula is available nationwide.
Best for Babies Luxury children’s furniture and dÊcor manufacturer, Baby %HOOH KDV RSHQHG LWV ´UVW ERXWLTXH LQ &DSH 7RZQ 7KH boutique houses essential items for the nursery, including cots, cradles, compactums, nursery linen, rocking chairs and wall shelves. Baby Belle also stocks crowd favourite brands such as Sticky Fudge clothing and Jellycat plush toys, among others. All products are housed and displayed within a contemporary French country chic VSDFH %DE\ %HOOH XVHV RQO\ WKH ´QHVW ZRRG VROXWLRQV for their furniture, and linens are created using 100% cotton. Fabrics are sourced locally and from around the world, assuring customers of a unique product that is not available anywhere else in South Africa. The Baby Belle boutique can be found at shop 1A, Cavenard Building, corner of Vineyard and Cavendish Streets, Cape Town. For more information, visit //WWW.BABYBELLE.CO.ZA.
Summertime Dining Cascade Country Manor is a luxurious four-star boutique hotel set against the backdrop of the Klein Drakenstein Mountains in Paarl. And its new summer lunch menu is sure to whet JXHVWÂV DSSHWLWHV 7KH ´QHVW IUHVK LQJUHGLHQWV DUH VNLOIXOO\ combined by Head Chef, Volker Goetze, to ensure that the GLVKHV DUH DV DHVWKHWLFDOO\ DSSHDOLQJ DV WKH\ DUH ÂľDYRXUIXO $ refreshing prawn and citrus salad served with Thai dressing, and a smoked chicken or salmon salad provide guests with an intriguing selection of cooling summer dishes. Other superb options include: hearty quiches; gnocchi served with cherry tomatoes, mozzarella and fresh basil pesto; or a delicious grilled salmon pasta. To end on a sweet note, guests can choose from creamy Schwarzwald Becher (vanilla ice-cream with cherries and chocolate sauce) or delicious apple strudel. For more information, email welcome@cascademanor.co.za or visit //WWW.CASCADEMANOR.CO.ZA
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BITES THE SPICE OF LIFE The launch of Jeera at Tsogo Sun’s Suncoast Towers Hotel in Durban will allow guests to explore a flavourful array of delectable authentic Indian dishes from all corners of India. The secret of this restaurant is the romance of combining traditional recipes (some dating back to the 1800s) with modern delectable dishes and blends of spices, such as jeera (cumin), black pepper, cinnamon, coriander and cloves. For starters, guests can indulge their senses in a multitude of new appetisers, including pea dhal with lamb and poppy seed naan. Curry dishes, all carefully crafted and prepared with traditional Durban flair, include fish curry, filleted and marinated before being braised in light spiced tomato chutney; and prawn and chicken curry, with spiced cashew nut gravy. For the perfect finish, guests can enjoy an impressive spread of desserts, including signature sweet treats such as: soji, a tasty wheat pudding, served with cardamom cream; and kheer, a rice pudding served with tender coconut cream.
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SALT OF THE EARTH Discover a unique new Fleur du Cap wine tasting experience which pairs wines with artisanal, salted delicacies. Served on salt blocks, the daily savoury parings on offer at Die Bergkelder include five Fleur du Cap wines. The refreshing Unfiltered Sauvignon Blanc is partnered with sulphuric salt and dolmades made with wild rice. This is followed by the Unfiltered Chardonnay paired with rich green olive pesto and Black Lava Salt from Hawaii. The robust Unfiltered Merlot creates a sublime pairing with flavoursome prosciutto or chicken liver pâtÊ and Murray River salt, while the elegant Fleur du Cap Unfiltered Cabernet Sauvignon is paired with sun dried tomatoes and six month matured gouda cheese and Khoisan salt. To end, the Platter 5-Star Fleur du Cap Noble Late Harvest is paired with delicious Maldon salted fudge. The tastings are available Monday to Friday and cost R75 per person. For bookings, email nferreira@distell.co.za.
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THE INS AND OUTS OF SOUTH AFRICAN EDUCATION IN CONVERSATION WITH ANGIE MOTSHEKGA Text: Mohlomi Maubane Images: © Bernard Hellberg & The Department of Basic Education
“Education is very central to a person’s life. It’s good for your self-esteem, it’s good for your development, and it enables you to become the whole person you can become,” responds Angie Motshekga, Minister of Basic Education, to a question about the importance of education. An affable and humble lady, the minister granted Indwe an interview to reflect on the year that was 2013, while sharing her forecast for the future of education in South Africa. It turned out to be a lesson about the vast enterprise she has been presiding over for the past five years. 30
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The Department of Basic Education serves 12 million learners for eight hours a day, five days a week, and 11 months a year. It employs more than 500,000 teachers, a minister, and several MECs and their respective staff members, and has a staggering annual budget of R235 billion. By Motshekga’s own admission, it is an extreme responsibility. “One does not apply to be a minister, and I was quite shocked to be appointed. However, I felt it was my destiny. I trained as a teacher, my mother was a teacher, her mother was a teacher, and my great-grandfather was among the first Africans to teach. I come from a long lineage of education, so as much as I thought it was a tough calling, I felt this was a terrain I was firmly grounded in.” So what were the biggest challenges in 2013? “It was a very difficult but productive year,” says Motshekga. “We started off with strikes in the Eastern Cape where teachers were not going to class for months, because we were unable to resolve the question of movement of teachers and learners. Children move around schools for different reasons, so when a school loses kids, teachers have to move to where the kids are. We fund provinces in terms of learner numbers, so if you say your school has 200 learners, that informs the funding we allocate. So if learners move, the teachers have to follow. That is how it works with any job. What
the Eastern Cape and Limpopo had not been doing was tracking the movement of learners. As a result, they were employing more teachers than required, hence both provinces collapsed financially. It’s a problem that is peculiar to rural provinces. However, we managed to resolve it”. The positives, however, far outweighed the challenges. Declared the “Year of Inclusion”, with a particular focus on children with disabilities, 2013 was a watershed year in that for the first time in history, South Africa finalised a curriculum for deaf children. Reading material for children with visual impairments was also introduced, and the issuing of matric certificates in Braille was another first. A maths and science committee was also established, an initiative prompted by South Africa’s dismal performance in these two subjects at international and national level. “The maths and science policy and strategy developed ten years ago is still accurate and relevant, the problem has been the competence of our teachers. We cannot adopt a one-sizefits-all approach, so we have set up a task team to look specifically at what the particular problems are, and that will inform our strategy when we re-train the teachers,” Motshekga explains. The infrastructure programme in the Eastern Cape was also successfully restarted after it was initially stymied by issues with
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service providers. By July, the department was handing over a school every week. “From 2014, we will be retraining teachers at our technical schools, because these schools are lagging behind in terms of technological developments. A high-level team was appointed to produce an updated curriculum that will be introduced in 2015 after teachers have received their training.” The Department has also finally managed to find a resolution to the impasse of African languages as a medium of instruction. “The policy has always been there, the problem is that some parents felt teaching their children in African languages rather than English stifled their development. Research, though, proves that a child who begins learning in their indigenous language grasps concepts easier than when taught in English. However, we cannot enforce this on parents. They have had to shrug off the burden of Apartheid education
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themselves,” she says. “I can safely say the Department and the learners it is mandated to raise have a bright future.” The importance of education cannot be overstated. Society has no other strategy for a better tomorrow. In Minister Motshekga, the Department of Basic Education has a competent, visionary person at its helm. She acknowledges problems and challenges, has a clear diagnosis of the source of the problems, and shares documentary evidence to back everything she says. The department’s Achilles heel – similar to various other Government departments – is the ineffective manner it communicates its programmes and vision to fellow South Africans. That said, a knowledgeable and compassionate Minister of Education certainly helps to instil confidence in learners and their parents that their future education is in good and capable hands.
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ABCs for Parents NURTURING YOUR CHILD’S EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT TEX T: BRONWYN WAINWRIGH T I MA G E S © IST OCKPHOTO.COM
Help your kids beat the back to school blues by getting involved in their education. Deadlines, shopping, paying bills, fetching, carrying, cooking, family, friends, sports… the list goes on. There is always more to do than hours in a day. How do we find time to stop and take a breath, let alone to become after hours teachers, on top of being mothers and fathers? Yet parental participation in children’s education can greatly influence how they perceive and engage in their schooling years. It can make the difference between average and outstanding scholastic achievement. It can turn a child from loathing school to loving school.
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As the first term of 2014 starts, going back to school can be tough for kids of any age. Even those who are eager to start a new grade and see their friends have to re-adjust to early morning starts, piles of homework and studying for tests. The transition from holiday mode to routine and structure can be difficult for both children and parents. Of course, some parents have less time than others, and when both parents have full time careers the idea of getting more involved in schooling can seem daunting. The truth is
finding the time and energy doesn’t have to be a challenge. Small steps can go a long way, and the results can be profound. International studies show that parental participation is the key to improved academic performance, consistent school attendance and fewer absentee days, better behaviour and positive attitudes. Active participation at home sends the critical message to children that education is important. The New York University Child Study Centre is dedicated to understanding learning motivation in scholars. Their research also shows that a home environment that encourages learning is even more important than parental income, education level, or cultural background. In South Africa, Help2Read (www.help2read.org), a non-profit organisation that focuses on literacy in primary schools as well as on skills development within the South African adult population, gives ten tips to help parents get involved in their children’s education and encourage a healthy, learning-focused mindset.
Get Back Into a Reading Routine If your children have fallen out of the routine of reading books during the school holidays, kickstart a solid routine again by encouraging them to read before bedtime, rather than watching TV or playing computer games.
Dear Teacher At the start of the new term, send a brief note to your children’s class teacher. Let the teacher know that you are interested in getting feedback on your child’s progress during the term.
Go Together If your child is young or new at a school, consider visiting the school with your child and taking time to meet his or her teacher. This will ease the anxiety of a new school, and also allow your child to ask questions about the new and strange environment without being overwhelmed by a classroom full of new faces.
Take a Closer Look Support good study habits early. Create a homework area, where it is quiet and conducive
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to see learning as an engaging and essential part of life.
Talk, Talk, Talk Eat Up Plan and shop for healthy breakfasts and lunches. This will save you time and prevent frantic lunchbox preparation in the early hours of the morning, or simply dishing out pocket money to be spent on junk food at the tuck shop.
Book Club Keep encouraging literacy at home. Read frequently with your children from a young age, and make regular trips to your local library or bookstore, or download books online.
Check in on Progress Review your child’s schoolbooks. Talk about what your child will be learning during the year. Share and be enthusiastic about the subjects your child will be discovering.
Stamp Out Bad Attitudes Children aren’t born with bad attitudes towards school, they develop their mindsets to learning and going to school from those around them. Parents in particular can encourage children to be positive, patient, and attentive and
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Engage with your children about all the positive things they learn about or things they like about school. This will allow the parent-to-child relationship to nourish.
Time for School Talk to your child’s teacher regularly about his or her educational and social development, interaction with his or her peers and general growth. If your schedule permits, volunteer your time or become an active participant at your child’s school. There are many ways to get involved and parent participation ultimately pays off. A little extra effort and time ensures that parents have the opportunity to interact with their children’s teachers, school administrators, and their friends’ parents. Knowing what is going on in a child’s day-to-day life outside of the home means parents can understand their children better and develop closer bonds. By staying involved with their child as he or she becomes a teenager, parents can be a source of support, create a climate for discussing tough adolescent issues, and serve as role models for responsible and mature behaviour as they grow.
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Fun and Games KEEPING THE KIDS EDUCATED AND ENTERTAINED T E XT: KE RI H ARVE Y IM AGE S © IST OCKPH OT.COM & USHAKA MARINE WORL D
Wherever you may be for the summer holidays, there is something special on offer for the kids too – activities that are both educational and thoroughly entertaining. Gauteng When in Gauteng, visit the Planetarium (www.planetarium.co.za) on the Wits campus to be instantly transported to a distant world. Lie back in specially designed chairs and look up at the night sky. There’s even a special show for younger kids. In Newtown, the Sci-Bono Discovery Centre (www.sci-bono.co.za) has interactive displays for kids of all ages. From dinosaurs to plasma domes, the massive playground brings science to life through entertainment. There’s also plenty to do outdoors in the Gauteng sunshine. Take a short drive to the Cradle of Humankind (www.maropeng.co.za)
and explore Wonder Cave with its fantastical rock formations, or do a family tour of Cooper’s Cave to learn all about fossils. For a special wildlife experience, visit the Johannesburg Zoo (www.jhbzoo.org.za) in the city to see animals from around the world living happily in Africa, or head out to the Magaliesberg to the Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre (www.dewildt.co.za) to see the rare king cheetah, along with wild dogs and other unusual African wildlife. It’s only about an hour’s drive from Johannesburg. For a cultural experience, Lesedi Cultural Village (www.lesedi.com) has it all. Not only are five local cultures – Ndebele, Pedi, Zulu, Xhosa and Basotho – showcased, but visitors
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can dine on traditional food, enjoy cultural dances and then overnight in the village for a full cultural experience.
The Cape The Cape is packed with enticing and educational activities for families to enjoy together. Along the Garden Route, stop at Monkeyland (www.monkeyland.co.za) near Plettenberg Bay to see a vast collection of free roaming primates. Birds of Eden is there too, and is a haven for exotic birds from around the world. Also worth a visit is the Knysna Elephant Park (www.knysnaelephantpark.co.za), which offers a truly unique encounter with elephants. Along with their handlers, you can walk with them, feed them and touch them while learning all about these intelligent pachyderms. There is also overnight accommodation adjoining the elephant enclosure. When in Cape Town, head to the vast Two Oceans Aquarium (www.aquarium.co.za) to see what swims in our oceans. There is something to enthral the whole family and will leave you awestruck at the massive sharks, colourful clown fish and tiny seahorses on display. Then you can head out to the Cape Town Ostrich Ranch (www.ostrichranch. co.za) to see all things ostrich, from a pygmy ostrich to ostrich feather products. Stay for lunch and then search for semi-precious
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stones in the scratch patch. Or visit Butterfly World near Stellenbosch to be surrounded by thousands of dainty, colour-dusted wings from around the world. There are some reptiles and spiders too for boys to enjoy. A boat trip to Robben Island (www.robbenisland.org.za) is both educational and exciting. Kids can learn about their heritage and history and count the little white lighthouse as the first they see in Cape Town. There is also Slangkop near Kommetjie, Green Point and Cape Point lighthouses to see, before moving up the West Coast past the banded tower of Dassen Island, on to Cape Columbine near Paternoster.
KwaZulu-Natal If KwaZulu-Natal is your holiday destination, outdoor and adventure activities are available wherever you go, whether it be the long, balmy coastline, the rolling green Midlands, or the hikers’ haven of the Drakensberg. Right on Durban beachfront, uShaka Marine World (www.ushakamarinworld.co.za) is an eternal favourite, and offers a dolphin show and large denizens of the deep to see, like sharks and manta rays. Also take the boys to see boats and minesweepers at the Port Natal Maritime Museum in the harbour (www.durban-history.co.za), and then enjoy a steam train ride (www.umgenisteamrailway.
co.za) from the Valley of a Thousand Hills to Inchanga. Let the kids experience an old style of travel, and take along a picnic too. If you have a budding farmer in the family, he can try his hand at milking a cow and tending to farm animals at Flag Animal Farm near Ballito (www.flaganimalfarm.co.za).
The Interior The Interior holds many treasures, such as the Owl House in Nieu Bethesda (www.nieu-bethesda.com) with its garden of enchanting concrete creatures. A little bit of art and a little bit of madness combine in a wonderland for kids young and old. Equally enchanting is Meerkat Magic near Oudtshoorn (www.meerkatmagic.com), where you can get close to wild meerkats as they go about their daily lives. Oudtshoorn is also home to the world renowned Cango Caves, which come to life on a guided tour. Not forgetting our ancient ancestors, you can walk the 5 km Sevilla Rock Art Trail in the Cederberg (www.travellersrest.co.za) to see Bushman paintings as old as 8,000 years. There is so much to do, you cannot possibly stay at home and watch DVDs on the couch. Not when the sun is shining so invitingly.
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Educating Divas OPERA FOR EVERYONE TEXT: KEITH B AI N IM AGES © UCT OPERA SCHOOL & CAPE TOWN OP ERA
There was a time in South Africa, not too long ago, when opera’s demise seemed written on the wall. Today, though, the art form is flourishing, with local singers achieving spectacular success abroad. Much of this renewed energy and excellence is the result of collaborative efforts by educators at UCT Opera School and the country’s most successful opera company, Cape Town Opera. “We are in the midst of a storm of interest and talent and passion for which we ought to express our gratitude, especially for the fact that we still have an opera school at UCT. In a time when one might have predicted that this art form would be dying here instead of growing,” says Kamal Khan. This Americanborn conductor and professor at UCT’s Opera School is passionate about opera in the context of South Africa’s transformation. He believes that by nurturing raw singing talent, he can equip young people to become tomorrow’s opera stars.
“I came to South Africa mostly because of my interest in transformation and how it relates to social development. In America and Europe, you don’t get these kinds of voices belonging to people who need something I can actually provide. I can hear a 17- or 18-year-old who is enrolled here, and know that, if they show up regularly, I can provide them with the tools for a better life. That makes me very grateful.” An essential component of UCT’s opera training is its close collaboration with Cape Town Opera, which garnered the “Chorus of the Year” prize at the International Opera
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Awards last year. “Our students’ work with the company makes a tremendous difference to the quality of their training,” says Kamal. “It takes it from the realm of the theoretical, giving them a chance to actually make it happen on stage. That’s incredibly special.” Each year, Cape Town’s opera season includes several full length productions on which the two institutions collaborate, enabling rising talents to share the stage with professionals. Last year, these included an ultracontemporary staging of Don Giovanni, and a sparkling rendition of The Barber of Seville. Both played to packed houses. Among UCT’s notable graduates is soprano Pretty Yende, who trained under Professor Virginia Davids, a respected diva and College of Music voice teacher. Pretty, who grew up in eThandukukhanya, a township in Mpumalanga, says she first heard opera in 2001 on a television commercial. With her family’s backing, she took her singing talent to university and by 2008 was wowing international jurors and winning armloads of awards. Today, she is based in the US, tours extensively, and is recognised as a global sensation. “It takes more than one good quality to make a great singer, and Pretty has a plethora of them,” observes Kamal. “The sine qua non of a great, world class opera singer is an instantly
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recognisable personal timbre of voice. That she’s got. And she has a presence most singers would kill for. Plus she has a phenomenal work ethic, meaning she’s able to handle the pressure of working abroad.” To help stimulate future talent, Cape Town Opera operates a Vocal Bootcamp as part of its ongoing outreach programme, headed by Marvin Kernelle. These workshops reach schools in areas with limited access to opera. Covering over 4,600 km, the travelling bootcamp visits towns in eight provinces, including Vredenburg, De Aar, Kimberley, Bloemfontein, Polokwane, Kokstad and George. “We start with posture,” says Marvin, “and teach them to relax the forehead, relax the shoulders, elongate the spine, and stand with soft, relaxed knees. Then we teach breath control, how to sing with an open throat, stretching, warming up the voice, and how to use the lips and tongue effectively. Finally, we teach them to incorporate these techniques into their repertoire for the schools choral eisteddfod.” Although not all of these children will have a shot at a singing career, the programme definitely enhances their vocal confidence, says Marvin. “It empowers them to perform before an audience.” Cape Town Opera also introduces schoolchildren to opera by bussing them to Artscape to watch performances, and also
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takes opera into communities. They’re taught about different elements of production, including what goes on behind the scenes. In this way they’re given insight into a world they would never otherwise have known, and it can spark an interest or ignite a career. “We’re also identifying talented children who might benefit from further training. In underprivileged areas, schoolchildren don’t have music as a subject. They’ve never learnt music theory, nor been taught to read music. Our outreach programme helps bridge that gap, and then there’s a one-year foundation course that serves as a stepping stone for opera school. It’s worked wonders, grooming talented youngsters for the more challenging aspects of first year university.” But that’s only the tip of the Opera School iceberg. During their undergraduate years, they also receive training in Italian, French and German. They need to feel comfortable in all three, and have separate courses in how to achieve good vocalism in each language. They study acting and movement, so they can use their bodies to communicate. In productions, they’ll first be placed in the chorus, then in small roles, and eventually in bigger roles. Ultimately, opera’s success during a period when European art forms are not a priority hints at the existence of some underlying link
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with local tradition. Kamal explains: “What’s unique in your culture is that from early on, young South Africans sing in multi-generational groups. It’s not the norm in America, for example, where people in different age groups tend to do their own thing. “But here, if you look at a township community choir, you’ll see a wide age spread. When leisure activities involve crossgenerational sharing, it brings out a different quality. People tend to perform at their optimal level in that situation. They’re sharing a passion that jumps across boundaries.” Cape Town Opera’s dramaturge, Matthew Wild, agrees that it all comes down to this cultural chemistry. “Growing up within that choral tradition cultivates big, vibrant, open-
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throated singing voices, ideal for opera.” Which explains how young opera singers are emerging from rural South Africa, and from the townships, where opera isn’t part of the cultural milieu, but group singing is standard. “Where the passion and interest in opera comes from is a curious thing. Mysterious, even,” says Kamal. But what could be more effective as an educational tool? Opera, Matthew reminds me, is live, 3D entertainment from the pre-cinema age. It encompasses storytelling, singing, music, dance, design, fashion, and the age-old ritual of performance and spectatorship. If you want to inspire young people to become interested in the arts, why not expose them to the most all-encompassing art form of them all?
First Page: Rossini’s coronation comedy, Il viaggio a Reims was directed by Matthew Wild in 2010. Second Page: The Barber of Seville played to packed houses last year, while The Rake’s Progress was staged in 2011. Third Page Top Left: Cape Town Opera operates a Vocal Bootcamp as part of its ongoing outreach programme Third Page Top Right: Soprano Pretty Yende graduated from UCT’s opera programme and is now a global opera sensation Third Page Bottom: Stravinsky’s neoclassical masterpiece, The Rake's Progress was directed by Matthew Wild This Page: Il viaggio a Reims will be revived in August 2014 Opposite Page Top: UCT students appeared in Wild’s radically stripped down 2013 version of Don Giovanni, which sharply divided critical opinion. Opposite Page Bottom: Although not all of the children who attend Vocal Bootcamps will have a shot at a singing career, the programme empowers them to perform before an audience
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Il fut un temps, relativement récemment en Afrique du Sud où la disparition de l’opéra semblait inéluctable. Aujourd’hui cependant, l’opéra est une forme d’art florissante avec de nombreux chanteurs locaux faisant une carrière couronnée d’un succès phénoménal à l’étranger. Cette nouvelle énergie et les formidables résultats obtenus sont dus aux efforts collaboratifs des éducateurs de l’école d’opéra de UCT (Université du Cap) et de la compagnie d’opéra la plus performante du pays, le Cape Town Opera (l’Opéra du Cap). 52
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Kamal Khan, chef d’orchestre né aux États-Unis et professeur à l’école d’opéra de UCT, est un passionné d’opéra dans le contexte de la transformation de l’Afrique du Sud. Il est persuadé que s’il encourage le talent des jeunes chanteurs, il peut les aider à acquérir les compétences nécessaires pour devenir les stars de l’opéra de demain. « Je suis venu en Afrique du Sud principalement parce que j’étais intéressé par ce qui touche à la transformation et à la façon dont elle est liée au développement social.Aux États-Unis et en Europe on ne trouve pas de jeunes talents qui ont besoin de l’aide que je suis en mesure de leur prodiguer. Ici j’ai l’opportunité d’entendre des jeunes de 17 ou 18 ans qui se sont inscrits aux cours de chant et je sais que s’ils sont assidus, je peux leur fournir les outils nécessaires pour se construire une meilleure vie.J’en suis très reconnaissant. » Une des composantes essentielles de la formation d’opéra de UCT est son lien très étroit avec le Cape Town Opera, qui recueillit le prix « Chorus of the Year » au festival international de l’opéra l’an dernier. « Le travail que nos étudiants effectuent avec la compagnie améliore énormément la qualité de leur formation, » dit Kamal. « Cela leur permet de passer de la théorie à la pratique en leur donnant une chance de se produire sur scène.« C’est tout à fait exceptionnel. » Chaque année, la saison lyrique du Cap comprend plusieurs opéras sur lesquels les deux institutions collaborent, ceci permettant aux jeunes talents émergeants de partager la scène avec des professionnels. L’an dernier ils présentèrent une version ultra contemporaine de Don Giovanni et une interprétation étincelante du Barbier de Séville. Les deux représentations firent salle comble. Parmi les éminents diplômés de UCT on trouve la soprano Pretty Yende qui fut formée par Professeur Virginia Davids, diva respectée et
professeur de chant du College of Music. Pretty qui fut élevée dans un township du Mpumalanga appelé eThandukukhanya, entendit parler d’opéra pour la première fois en 2001 lors d’une publicité télévisée. Avec l’appui de sa famille et grâce à son talent elle entra à l’université. En 2008 elle séduisait déjà les jurés et gagnait de nombreux prix d’interprétation. Elle vit aujourd’hui aux États-Unis, passe son temps en tournée et remporte un succès mondial. « Il faut beaucoup de qualités pour faire une chanteuse exceptionnelle, et Pretty , elle a des qualités à revendre, » déclare Kamal. « La condition sine qua non pour devenir une grande chanteuse de gabarit mondial c’est d’avoir un timbre de voix unique et très personnel qui se reconnait tout de suite. Ça, elle l’a sans aucun doute. Et elle a une présence à faire pâlir n’importe quel autre chanteur d’opéra. De plus elle a une éthique professionnelle formidable ce qui fait qu’elle peut faire face à la pression des tournées à l’étranger. » Pour encourager le développement des talents du futur, le Cape Town Opera a mis en place un entrainement vocal intensif dans le cadre de son programme d’éducation, et dont Marvin Kernelle s’occupe. Ces ateliers permettent aux écoles se trouvant dans des zones isolées d’avoir accès à l’opéra. Ces ateliers d’entrainement vocal intensif se déplacent sur une zone de 4,600 km et couvrent 8 provinces. Ils s’arrêtent dans des villes telles que Vredenburg, De Aar, Kimberley, Bloemfontein, Polokwane, Kokstad et George. Le Cape Town Opera a aussi un programme d’initiation à l’opéra pour les enfants du primaire, qui consiste à organiser des sorties en car à Artscape (un théâtre du Cap) pour assister à des représentations. Ils organisent aussi des performances dans les communautés. On leur apprend comment est produit un spectacle et ce qui se passe en coulisses. De cette façon on leur donne un aperçu d’un monde auquel ils n’auraient jamais
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eu accès et ceci peut susciter leur intérêt et leur ouvrir de nouveaux horizons au niveau carrière. « On en profite pour essayer d’identifier les enfants doués qui pourrait bénéficier d’une formation. En zones défavorisées, les écoliers n’ont pas accès à la musique. On ne leur a jamais appris ni la théorie musicale, ni à lire la musique. Notre programme d’éducation aide à combler le fossé existant, et nous proposons aussi un cours d’introduction d’un an qui sert de tremplin vers l’école d’opéra. Cela donne de très bons résultats, préparant les jeunes à mieux assumer les difficultés de la première année d’université. » En fait, on pourrait penser qu’il y a une sorte de lien sous-jacent entre l’opéra et les traditions locales, considérant le grand succès de l’opéra à une époque où les formes l’art européennes ne sont pas privilégiées. Kamal explique que « ce qui est unique dans notre culture c’est que dès l’enfance, les jeunes sud-africains chantent dans des groupes où les générations sont mélangées. Ça n’est pas la norme dans des pays comme les ÉtatsUnis par exemple, où les gens appartenant à des tranche d’âge distinctes ont tendance à avoir des occupations différentes. » « Ici si vous regardez la composition d’une chorale de township vous verrez un mélange d’âges. Quand les activités de loisirs incluent un partage entre les générations, cela donne un résultat d’une qualité différente. Les gens ont
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tendance à performer à un niveau optimal dans ces conditions. Ils partagent une passion qui transcende les barrières. » Matthew Wild, le dramaturge du Cape Town Opera, est aussi d’avis que tout se résume à ce mélange culturel. « Grandir au sein d’une telle tradition chorale cultive des voix fortes, vibrantes, et des voix de poitrine intenses, idéales pour l’opéra. » Cela explique donc l’émergence des jeunes chanteurs d’opéra venant de zones rurales sudafricaines et des townships où chanter en groupe est coutumier, mais où l’opéra ne fait pas partie de la culture. « Il est étonnant d’y trouver une telle passion et un tel intérêt pour l’opéra.On pourrait même dire que c’est un fait mystérieux, » dit Kamal. Mais que pourrait-on trouver de plus efficace comme outil éducationnel ? Matthew me rappelle que l’opéra est un divertissement live, en 3D, qui date d’avant l’avènement du cinéma. Y sont inclus l’art de la narration, le chant, la musique, le design, la mode et le rituel de la scène comprenant le lien interprèteauditoire. Si l’on cherche à inspirer les jeunes et à promouvoir les arts, l’opéra semble idéal, demeurant l’art le plus complet qui soit.
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If You Can Read This... TACKLING ADULT ILLITERACY
TEXT: ST UART WAIN W RIGH T I MAGE © IST OCKPH OT O.COM
In South Africa, more than 2.5 million people over the age of 15 cannot read this sentence. They can’t write their names, read a road sign, and many can’t tell what price they are paying for their lunch without asking. They are reliant upon the goodwill and guidance of others on a daily basis. Literacy is loosely defined as the ability to identify, understand, interpret and create written materials. This basic skill is rooted into our existence, since signs, instructions and warnings are often written without images. At a basic level, illiterate adults are at the mercy of literate society and are all too often taken advantage of, simply because they may not have had access to the primary education that so many take for granted. Unfortunately, mercy is often lacking, and in its place, many are faced with mockery and judgement. Edna Freinkel, co-founder of Readucate, explains that “this causes a lack of self esteem, which results in
defensiveness and aggression in many cases”. Literacy provides the most accelerated path to further learning and, ultimately, opportunities. It opens one’s mind to an unlimited amount of information and growth, which in turn creates a questioning mind. Without access to written information, one’s learning, self-confidence and economic empowerment are drastically stunted. It is for this very reason that there is a direct link between a lack of literacy skills and poverty, and a further correlation to prison populations. So, what is initially seen as a major problem for a few individuals, quickly becomes a hindrance to economic vitality for society
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as a whole. Far from our shores, the National Adult Literacy Agency in Ireland has proven that improved literacy results in a better lifestyle for the individual and the employer, and a more robust economy. In 1948, the United Nations deemed primary
where their next meal is coming from, they cannot be expected to attend regularly, or fully. Illiteracy is not a problem in isolation, and cannot be solved as such. At the core of the struggle is a lack of understanding of the implications of illiteracy. It is only through awareness and understanding that resources can be allocated appropriately to move us all into a stronger position. Only once the groundwork has been laid and learners are able to dedicate time and focus to literacy skills, with the relevant support structures in place, will we begin to see the transformation and potential for greatness as a nation. NGO’s welcome funding, as well as volunteers. Whatever your skills may be, all that is required is enthusiasm to be involved.
“A good head and good heart are always a formidable combination. But when you add to that a literate tongue or pen, then you have something very special.� – Nelson Mandela education to be a basic human right, pledging military backing where they felt that this right was being obstructed. In 2013, Dr Nick Taylor, the head of the unit that reports directly to South Africa’s Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga, stated that it is “quite clear that most of our teachers can’t teach reading�. He referred to the situation as a “national catastrophe�.
Making this a Chapter of Change The current lack of literacy skills in South Africa threatens the vision that we share for our beloved country. It is only through education that we can move individuals and our country to the next level of development. At the core of this is the issue of literacy. Numerous programmes and interventions have been run over recent years, in keeping with the Adult Basic Education and Training (ABET) framework, which provides standards for adult learning and literacy. Despite this, progress has been slow for a range of reasons. Some blame the standard of teaching, while others believe that education is not valued by the youth of our country. Regardless of the problems, there are some issues that are felt across the country. As is the case with so many social responsibility initiatives, funding is always a point of stress, and most adult literacy centres are desperate for additional material, teachers, and facilities. While long term efforts are made to grow individuals and our country, many of these are thwarted by short term needs. As there is a close correlation to poverty, many programmes created with the intention of teaching end up being pulled into feeding schemes and health awareness initiatives. Until the learners in a classroom know
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READUCATE The Readucate Trust was formed by Rebecca Ostrowiak and her daughter Edna Freinkel. Together they authored Teach Any Child or Adult to Read, in which they explained how they have succeeded in teaching the “unteachable� for the last 30 years. They have taught thousands of adults and children of all races and varying mental capacities how to read, as well as how to teach others how to read. The Readucate Trust offers the opportunity to learn to read and to teach reading to those that can’t read, parents, teachers, and corporates. They also offer the opportunity to unemployed youths to be trained, so as to teach others through Readucate centres as a business of their own. Over 20 South $IULFDQ SULVRQV KDYH EHQH´WHG IURP LQPDWHV WHDFKLQJ LQPDWHV HQVXULQJ an effective reintegration into society. For more information on Readucate contact Sharon or Edna on +27 11 873 1012 or email ostro@mweb.co.za.
NGO CONTACT DETAILS Operation Upgrade:
steph@operationupgrade.org.za
Project Literacy:
info@projectliteracy.org.za
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Angels In Flight THE MANY VIEWS OF VICTORIA FALLS TEX T: ADAM CRUISE I MA G E S © IST OCKPHOTO.COM & N ICKY F U RN ISS
“Scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight.” This famous David Livingstone quote is oft trotted out when travel scribes and hacks describe the Victoria Falls. It is hard to avoid the quote, because the intrepid Scottish explorer was pretty spot-on with his description.
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The truth is that Livingstone didn’t even get the best view of the Falls. He came downriver from above them in a dugout canoe, expertly navigated by locals with poles who steered the flimsy craft through rapids and eddies, before arriving at an island at the lip of the Falls in the middle of the river. From Livingstone’s perspective, the entire Zambezi “seemed to lose itself into the earth, disappearing into a transverse fissure only 80 feet wide”. Plus, he was not really pleased about finding them at that moment, for they dashed his hopes that the river would be navigable all the way to Barotseland, where he intended to set up a trade and mission station. So his famous “flight of angels” quote only came retrospectively, after he got over his disappointment… And after he got a view of the Falls from the front. The “front” is Zimbabwe, on the bank between the First and Second Gorge, and is without doubt the best place to view the Falls. It is easily reached from the town of the same name that nestles among the tall mahogany and ebony trees just behind First Gorge. From there it’s a short walk onto the ridge. Unlike most other natural waterfalls, the facing ridge runs perfectly parallel 80 feet apart for two thirds of the almost 2 km face. One could not wish for a better vantage point. And believe me, when you first step onto that spraydrenched basalt ridge, the scene stops the heart and catches the breath – nothing can prepare you for it. The thundering Zambezi River hits the bottom with such force that the upward trajectory of spray can reach over 400 m high, which makes you feel like you are standing in an inverted rain-shower. All activities here essentially revolve around getting different perspectives of the Falls. From the lip one can double back and walk onto the old railway bridge
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spanning Second Gorge, which offers another fantastic view of this massive cascade of water. Cecil John Rhodes, who commissioned the line, insisted the bridge be built close to the thundering smoke so that the gawking passengers would get drenched as they passed by. It is also from this bridge that one can get the most unique, albeit death-defying view of the Falls. Arguably the best bungee jump in the world, one has the opportunity to jump into the 111 m abyss, where the sound of crashing water muffles the screams of even the most terrified as they rush headlong toward the swirling maelstrom. The fall is arrested almost an arm’s length from the water and, should you have your eyes open, the upside down view of the Falls is one of the more peculiar visual experiences. There is also an equally terrifying bridge swing and 425 m zip-line that spans the width of the Zambezi. If these are not enough to satiate the adrenaline junkies among you, perhaps the most thrilling aspect of the Falls is to try the view from David Livingstone’s original perspective – but with a chilling difference. One would need to walk over to the Zambian side – which is an easy enough affair – and from there take a boat operated by Tongabezi Charters which will take you right to Livingstone Island. Once on the lip, a short briefing commences, you strip into your swimming gear and… plunge into the river. It requires nerves of steel, but it is really quite safe. Devil’s Pool is a quiet eddy that literally swirls on
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the edge of the Falls, and one can swim right up to and even hang over the edge. It's best to take a camera with you, because chances are no-one will believe you when you get home if you don’t. For the more sedate, like me, one of the best views of the Falls is from the bottom. A slippery hike down gets you right up to the water, where the noise within First Gorge reaches decibels unknown. It is equally thrilling, yet less death defying, but make sure you wear plenty of waterproof clothes. And speaking of waterproof, one of the most popular experiences at the Falls is rafting the zigzagging series of gorges below it. The views from here are stunning – when you are not white-knuckling down the grade 5 rapids – and as far as rafting goes, it does not really get any better than this. To the other extreme, the Zambezi Helicopter Company based on the Zimbabwe side has taken Livingstone’s quote to heart. They literally take you on a flight to gaze at the Falls from an angel’s angle. The helicopters have specially designed bubble windows to allow passengers a full panoramic view. This is, as the helicopter company rightly states, “indisputably the best way to enjoy the splendour of the Falls”.
Previous Page: As well as marvelling at the Falls themselves, Victoria Falls offers a host of activities to keep travellers entertained from sedate river cruises to the more adventurous options of bungee jumping and white water rafting This Page Top: You are always guaranteed a friendly welcome on both sides of the Victoria Falls
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NEW MEDICAL SCHOOL FOR PORT ELIZABETH With just three doctors to every 100,000 people in the Eastern Cape, the province desperately needs more qualified medical practitioners. To address this problem, the local Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) is introducing a number of undergraduate healthcare qualifications, and aims to have a fully-fledged medical school by 2020. The university has already revamped its Faculty of Health Sciences into four new schools, and in 2013 introduced a new BSc Dietetics degree and a pharmacy assistant’s qualification. A new fouryear degree for paramedics – the Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care (BEMC) – will start in 2014. This will also help to address the dire shortage of advanced paramedics in the province,
which only has two graduate and 51 advanced life support paramedics of the 2,305 nationally. This is a ratio of one to 130,000 patients, compared to the South African norm of one to 21,000. NMMU is working closely with the Ministry of Health, the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), the Council for Higher Education (CHE), provincial government, and Walter Sisulu
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University to ensure that an undergraduate degree for medical doctors is in place by 2018. A Welcome Addition to Healthcare Needs Vice-chancellor, Prof Derrick Swartz, says: “There is widespread support from healthcare professionals in the city and region for the creation of a medical school at NMMU, in addition to the expansion of healthcare training programmes, to address urgent needs to support the nation’s healthcare demands. “PE and the region already have a large number of public and private hospitals and clinics, which could benefit from, and contribute significantly to, a new medical school. NMMU is located principally in a major city with all its locational advantages – a strong administrative base and a rapidly growing Faculty of Health Sciences – on the basis of which a future medical school would be a natural evolutionary step. Naturally, we will have to consult widely, including with other universities, as well as with the Ministries of Health and Higher Education.” In the interim, the university’s academic governing body has approved a three-year clinical associate degree programme, the Bachelor of Clinical Medical Practice (BCMP), to start in 2015. The Senate has also approved the course, which now awaits final approval by the CHE, HPCSA and the Minister of Health. Clinical associates are qualified to assess patients, make diagnoses, prescribe treatment and do minor surgery under a doctor’s supervision. Other long-term plans include: new four-year degrees in Radiography [BHSc (Radio)], Medical Laboratory Sciences [BHSc (Med Lab Sc)], and Nursing (BNursing Sc) for 2014. Environmental Health [BHSc (EH)] and Biokinetics [BHSc (Biokinetics)] degrees are planned for 2015, with new postgraduate degrees, including a master’s degree in Dietetics and a master’s degree for specialist pharmacists, planned for 2014 and 2015 respectively. The university will take a more trans-disciplinary
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approach to its training by introducing modules common to all health disciplines. The curriculum will address real workplace needs, as our country needs a new type of doctor, especially when it comes to primary health care.
A New Type of Healthcare Professional Nursing, radiography, emergency medical care and clinical associates, for example, will share at least 11 modules. Such an approach will allow for training across a broad community-based platform, and provide greater access for accomplished applicants whose schooling may not have been ideal. “It will allow us to develop a new type of healthcare professional and eventually a doctor who chooses to work in the communities most in need,” says Faculty of Health Sciences executive dean, Prof Vic Exner. “Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University is excited about the prospect of a medical school – and so it seems is the larger community, as we have already received many inquiries about the way forward and the new programmes on offer. An expert reference group of medical specialists from across the country has already started working with the faculty management team in crafting a blueprint for the new Bachelor of Medicine [MBChB] degree. From here on, it’s going to be exciting times ahead,” says NMMU senior manager of communications, Debbie Derry. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) opened on 1st January 2005, after PE Technikon, the University of Port Elizabeth and the Port Elizabeth campus of Vista University (Vista PE) merged. The university has some 27,000 students and 2,500 staff members, and is based on six campuses in the Nelson Mandela Bay metropolis, and in George, 300 km west of Port Elizabeth.
First Page: NMMU’s Embizweni Building on South Campus, one of the university’s six campuses This Page Top Left: NMMU Health Science Faculty students, like these Pharmacy students, have access to state-of-theart facilities This Page Top Right: NMMU’s South Campus has plenty of land for future development Opposite Page Top: NMMU’s new four-year emergency medical care degree facilitated by Nico Louw (left), will see the likes of Clifford Hanks (right) get plenty of handson paramedic training Opposite Page Middle Left: NMMU Vice-Chancellor Prof Derrick Swartz Opposite Page Middle Right: NMMU Health Sciences Faculty Dean Prof Vic Exner Opposite Page Bottom: Nursing Science students at NMMU are privy to the best training equipment in the country, including new patient mannequin simulators
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If you are still wondering how 2013 whizzed by so quickly, you had better hold on tight, because there is so much to look forward to in 2014 that this will be another fast-paced, action packed year. Here’s our highly selective calendar of events that you just can’t miss in 2014:
South Africa Celebrates 20 Years of Democracy
plan to highlight how far we have come, whilst simultaneously acknowledging how far we have to go to achieve true equality. Plans include a Youth Concert, a series of Freedom Day lectures and a Prayer Day.
World Triathlon Series On 27th April 1994 South Africa overcame centuries of discrimination and oppression to form a new society which champions freedom and democracy. Apartheid died and a new constitution was born which aims for a non-racial, non-sexist, democratic, prosperous and united society. The 20th anniversary of that momentous achievement presents an opportunity for the whole world to celebrate South Africa’s story. The Government has put together an anniversary
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For the first time ever, a World Triathlon Series event will be held in Africa with a race at Cape Town’s V&A Waterfront on 26th and 27th April. The World Triathlon Series is a global, multi-city event that has athletes compete in swimming, cycling and running events. In Cape Town they will swim 1,500 m at the Waterfront, take a scenic 40 km ride along Beach Road, and then run 10 km with the ocean as a backdrop. The weekend will also include mass
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participation races. The funky new Look Out venue at the Waterfront will feature a lifestyle expo and a clear view of the finish line. Some of the races will be broadcast live to about 160 countries, showing off South Africa to the world.
The General Election When South Africa goes to the polls, youngsters of the “Born Free” generation will enjoy their first ever opportunity to vote. Only 23% of 18-19 year olds have registered to vote so far. Although, encouragingly, more than 1 million people signed up to vote for the first time ever during the last registration weekend. The voters’ roll now stands at 25.6 million, or 77% of eligible voters. The election date has not been set yet, but will be sometime between April and July.
Tourism Indaba This annual trade fair for the travel industry is working to pep up its punch by making some changes to its format. This year the Durban-based show will take place from 10th – 12th May, and a big push is being made to attract participants from across the continent. It is already one of the top three events for
the global travel industry, attracting 1,386 exhibitors, 2,341 local and international buyers, and more than 10,000 delegates in 2013. The emphasis this year will be on creating a contemporary pan-African trade show that is more representative of the whole continent, and gives visitors the chance to do business with some of Africa’s top travel brands. The focus will be placed on business facilitation and the quality of the deals and connections that can be made there. And while you are in Durban, don’t forget to grab a bunny chow!
The World Cup We all remember the glory of hosting the 2010 Soccer World Cup. This year, it’s Brazil’s turn – as long as its stadiums are finished on time. But remember how the world also cast doubt on South Africa’s ability to stage the international tournament? And we did it so brilliantly. The greatest football spectacle of them all takes place from 12th June – 13th July, and it should be a stunning event, since Brazil really is football crazy. Of the 52 countries that competed for the five slots open to Africa, we can choose to cheer for Algeria, Cameroon, Cote d’Ivoire, Ghana and Nigeria. My money’s on Nigeria.
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Once again, the South African Guild of Motoring Journalists has compiled a powerful line-up of finalists for the 2014 Car of the Year (COTY) competition. With an emphasis on performance, the list includes such super-special vehicles as Jaguar’s F-Type 3-litre S, and also the cheeky little 66 kW Renault Clio 4. 76
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Audi A3 Sportback 1.4 FSi Manual Should the A3 Sportback win, it will join the illustrious list of prize-winning Audis which took home the South African COTY title in 1996, 2002 and 2006. The A3 is a stylish, beautifully constructed vehicle which offers fuel economy in the order of 6 l/100 km, huge luggage space (1,220 l with the rear seats folded down), a superior sound system and automatic climate control. I give it 7 out of 10 as a possible winner.
Jaguar F-Type 3.0 V6 S This, according to many of the experts, is the car to beat. Internationally, it’s rated right up there with rival brands such as Porsche and Ferrari, and brings “waiting list” status to the competition. The ride is a little on the harsh side (some would call it firm) and there’s virtually no luggage space. However, the mighty 251 kW engine produces impressive acceleration figures of 4.8 seconds for the 0-100 km/h sprint, as well as a top speed of 271 km/h. The superb 8-speed automatic gearbox also deserves special mention. The F-Type scores 9 on the 10-point scale.
Lexus IS350 F-Sport This superb vehicle is eminently worthy of its place on the finalist list. It features a silky smooth 228 kW 3.5-litre, V6 engine, a Mark Levinson sound system, ten airbags, superior build quality, and a claimed sprint time of 5.6 seconds for the 0-100 km/h event. It also offers respectable fuel consumption figures of 10.6 l/100 km under normal conditions. The IS350 F-Sport also gets to bask in the reflected glory of the Ipsos market research findings, which named the Lexus brand as the best (and most trouble-free) brand currently available in our country. Like the Jaguar, it scores a comfortable 9 out of 10.
Mercedes-Benz A 45 AMG Sporting a radical redesign, the A-Class no longer features as Mercedes’ traditional “mom’s taxi”. It’s now an elegant, muscular and stunningly beautiful car with tons of power. It comfortably breaks the traditional 100 kW/l barrier with its dramatic 265 kW output from its turbo-charged 4-cylinder, two-litre. Its build quality is exemplary, making it the king of premium performance hatchbacks. Its asking price of almost R600,000 may deny it the top spot on the podium, but it certainly is a
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brilliant car, and scores an easy 8 out of 10 as a potential winner.
I’m hot.” The Peugeot 208 GTi scores 6 out of 10 as a potential Car of the Year winner.
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Porsche Cayman S
The 208 GTi is a surprisingly competent little performance hatchback which fully deserves its place as a finalist. It brings a stylish and compact design to the competition, as well as a brilliant 148 kW turbocharged 4-cylinder. The 208 GTi is also the most efficient and most eco-friendly expression of the GTi legacy with impressive fuel consumption figures of 5.9 l/100 km. The 208 GTi runs on Michelin-shod, stylish 17” alloy wheels. Their broad-spoked design allows a clear view of the front and rear brake callipers, which are finished in a bright red. The message is obvious: “I may be a compact, three-door hatch, but
As a close relative of the 2012 winner (it’s a Boxster with a fixed roof), the Cayman S is one of the most successful Porsche sports cars of recent times. At two-thirds the price of the iconic 911 (which celebrates its 50th anniversary this year), the Cayman is breaking sales records all over the globe. Obviously, buyers recognise quality and value for money when they see it. With its mid-mounted (for perfect mass distribution) flat-6 engine, the Cayman S will reach 280 km/h on the track, and is claimed to manage the 0-100 km/h sprint in 4.6 seconds. The car’s PDK gearbox is, arguably, one of the finest currently available.
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Over and above the competition itself, the battle between the Cayman S and the Jaguar 3.0 V6 will be keenly observed by the jury members. This has all the makings of a mini competition in its own right. The Cayman S scores another 9 out of 10.
Renault Clio 4 As one of two French contenders in this year’s competition, the 66 kW Clio seems oddly out of place among the more powerful contenders – until you drive it. This “Turbo Dynamique” brings stylish French design, maximum performance (from its 1-litre, 3-cylinder engine) and superb handling to the competition. Even its competitive price of R190,000 must be an advantage. Described as “the small car with the big heart”, the Renault Clio is a cornerstone of the brand worldwide, selling more than 11.5
million units since 1990. It scores an easy 7 out of 10.
Volkswagen Golf 7 1.4 TSi 90 kW If the first prize were to go to the car with the longest name, the Golf 7 would be the clear winner. However, it may very well take the title because of its excellent fuel consumption figures of just 5.3 l/100 km, its great acceleration and handling, and brakes which would be right at home on a more expensive sports car. Although not as dramatically stylish as its French rivals, the Golf 7 design is sturdy without being confrontational. Its design DNA is based on evolution, rather than revolution, and is probably one of the reasons why this contender consistently enjoys huge customer support. Should it win, the Golf 7 will join a proud line-up of winners in 2010 and 2011 (joint winner with BMW). It scores a challenging 7 out of 10.
Volvo V40 As the only Swedish name in the competition, the V40 D3 Geartronic is a truly modern design which successfully blends styling trends such as the hatchback and station wagon to create a “sportswagon�. Its performance is great, its build quality is impeccable and the V40 exudes an air of safety that is streets ahead of any of its rivals. Apart from being regarded as, probably, the safest car on the road, the V40 is proof that Volvo has moved away from boring to stunning in the styling department. It scores 7.5 out of 10 in my prediction. I
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It is no wonder many more women, and increasingly men, are resorting to cosmetic procedures when most of our popular magazine covers are adorned with beautifully toned celebrities month after month. “Call us infatuated, or perhaps we have just realised the latest liposuction procedure, Vaser Liposuction, is a lot more successful and safer than its traditional counterpart, liposuction,” says Dr Hema Singh, who brought the Vaser Liposuction procedure to South Africa and is the founder of the Silhouette Aesthetic Centre in Rivonia, Sandton. Dr Singh says figures released recently from the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ISAPS) have revealed that liposuction was the most heavily requested treatment in the world, with Vaser Liposuction becoming the de facto standard in the field of liposuction, and the preferred choice of many patients. Vaser Liposuction, Advanced Vaser Liposuction, High Definition Body Sculpting and 4D Body Sculpting are leading the way in permanent fat removal techniques. These procedures entail a precise, minimally invasive liposuction technology that produces eye-catching results in just one procedure, without the discomfort and long recovery times of typical liposuction treatments. The procedure is tissueselective, targeting fat while at the same time protecting other tissues from damage. It is powerful enough to eliminate substantial areas of fat, but gentle enough to treat delicate areas such as the neck and arms. “And it’s not just South Africans enquiring about Vaser and Vaser 4D. I have many international visitors who are coming to South Africa to see me for their
procedures,” says Dr Singh. She says the reason is two-fold. “The number of experienced practitioners offering Vaser and Vaser 4D is relatively low the world over, so often patients travel to our shores to seek a qualified and renowned practitioner. And with our exchange rate being so attractive to overseas travellers, this is making the procedure all the more affordable,” she explains. Patients are also more informed and do a lot of research before embarking on a procedure such as this. The internet means that patients are able to research clinics and doctors from all over the world who are trained in Vaser. Patients are therefore no longer restricted to the expertise available in their own countries. One of the most significant findings is that men are showing an interest in the procedure too. They can see what it can do for them: the coveted six pack, something hours in the gym won’t produce. “A few years ago it was mainly men in their 30s who sought out this type of procedure. But now I am seeing an increasing number of men in their late 40s and 50s who, despite leading healthy, active lives, are very keen on Vaser Lipo,” Dr Singh says. For men who choose Vaser Liposuction, it means they will continue to look good in the later years of their life. For more information on Silhouette Aesthetic Centre, email admin@silhouetteclinic.co.za or visit www.silhouetteclinic.co.za.
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Once a land shunned by the Apartheid government and eschewed by tourists, the former Transkei in the Eastern Cape, where Nelson Mandela was born and grew up, is on the cusp of becoming a global tourism destination, thanks in large part to Mandela’s iconic status and the worldwide interest in his past. Together with a host of other projects in the mostly rural region, tourism analysts believe that the former Transkei could begin to pull visitors en masse from all over the world to enjoy the “Mandela experience”. A massive upgrade of the N2, which cuts through the region, as well as an upgrade of the Mthatha Airport, a pending casino and hotel, and advanced plans for a massive eco-tourism venture in the north-east of the region are also catalytic in drawing scores of visitors. As the world’s eyes turned to South Africa amid Mandela’s deteriorating health earlier last year and his subsequent passing in December, Qunu, the rural village where he spent his childhood, was besieged by the local and international media. The influx, however, was nothing new to residents, who over the years have seen a steady increase in visitors – tourists and journalists alike
– all keen to gain some insight into Mandela’s history. Now that the legendary humanitarian is at his final resting place in Qunu, tourism analysts predict that the village will eclipse Elvis Presley’s Graceland mansion in the US (which attracts more than 600,000 people annually) as a global pilgrimage destination. Boniwe Matikinca, who manages one of Qunu’s few B&Bs, estimated that year-on-year tourism had climbed about 30%, and that was before the latest media influx. Earlier in the year French tourists came to stay, she said, although in recent years visitors from Hong Kong, Europe and the US had also made their way to her establishment. “They are curious about Tata and are also curious about the history of the area. More and more visitors have been coming here. Since 1994 tourism has risen,” says Matikinca.
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Gloria Habe, a relative of the late president who runs a B&B across the N2 from the Mandela homestead, said most of her rooms had been booked out by US television giants NBC and CBS during the influx into the village last year, when Mandela was first hospitalised. Qunu and Mvezo, Mandela’s birthplace, have not traditionally been tourist friendly, with most visitors being forced to stay in Mthatha, a 30 minute drive away, where there are restaurants, hotels and B&Bs aplenty. There are about five B&Bs at most, shared between Mvezo and Qunu, and no restaurants or convenience stores in the two villages. The closest thing to a convenience store is a fuel station in Qunu which also sells confectionary, pies and cold drinks. But that is changing. Mandela’s oldest grandson, Mandla, chief of Mvezo and an ANC MP, has, along with the provincial government, overseen some dramatic infrastructure upgrades, including a 10 km brick-paved road linking his residence, the Mvezo Great Place, to the N2. The cost of the newly completed road and the Nkosi Dalibhunga Mandela Legacy Bridge over the Mbashe River, linking Mvezo with the N2, totalled about R130 million. Government funds are also being poured into upgrading the Mvezo Great Place to include tourism facilities such as self-catering units, a backpacker’s lodge, museum, an amphitheatre and a bronze statue of Mandela, among others. Mandla Mandela confirmed as much by saying that infrastructure development was high on the agenda. According to villagers, the dilapidated rondavel where Mandela was born – situated on the grounds of the Great Place – was also to be restored. In Qunu, the Nelson Mandela Museum, which also has a branch in Mthatha, boasts dormitory-style accommodation as well as several B&B-style rooms. “[The region] does indeed have all the potential to become a tourism hotspot,” says Andrew Muir, head of environmental agency Wilderness Foundation. “However, we must focus on its two strengths: biodiversity and cultural heritage. We must focus on quality nature-based and cultural tourism and try to avoid mass tourism, as this could negatively impact on both.” Tourism specialist Peter Myles says that the biodiversity of the region lends itself to forestry tourism and aqua-tourism, while the planned N2 highway project linking up with KwaZulu-Natal would provide access for tourists, as would the new Mthatha Airport, which opened its new runway in May. The new runway forms part of plans for the Mthatha Airport Upgrade Phase One, which is expected to be completed this year and will include a new terminal building. “There is an opportunity to capitalise on [Mandela’s] prominence and create a destination for global travellers,” says Myles. One way to build on the Nobel
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Peace Prize laureate’s legacy in the area would be to develop a leadership academy “where people can come and learn all about Mandela. It could be a place for people to get a real sense of true leadership, as Mandela exhibited. They would learn how a shepherd boy grew into a powerful leader,” he adds. “The time has come for this region. It lends itself to the increasing global demand for a unique tourism experience, and what can anchor that experience is the legacy of Mandela.” Visitors would travel primarily to find out more about the former president and his humble beginnings, says Myles, but then have a host of other activities to experience in the area. “Suddenly you’ve got a story that nobody else can offer. All of these aspects make it a very interesting place. The challenge would be to manage the increase in tourists and to protect the environment.” Cape Town based eco-tourism advocate Colin Bell, who co-authored Africa’s Finest, a guide to safari destinations in Sub-Saharan Africa, says the former Transkei’s potential could not be denied. Bell is involved in a major community eco-tourism project in the region, which is set to benefit more than 40,000 residents. “There are some very exciting developments where there is the chance to harvest the legacy of Mandela and really become something fantastic,” said Bell. “There is clearly huge potential. It depends if that potential is grabbed and people run with it. If they do, it could be something fantastic.” According to Eastern Cape Parks and Tourism Agency chief executive, Luxolo Rubushe: “Mandela is an important part of the South African history. His roots and the road he has travelled have a strong significance for many people, hence the interest in experiencing ‘Mandela’s footsteps’. “This has necessitated that tourist Copy courtesy of 'Finweek'. packages be developed in the area to Call 0860 103 911 to subscribe. accommodate the tourists who flock in to walk in his footprints. This has also created economic development opportunities for the locals in terms of accommodation products and job creation,” he adds. Accommodation in the region would also be boosted by the new casino, he says, as it would also include a luxury hotel, which would be a huge draw card for tourists. With the world’s eyes on South Africa, it remains to be seen whether Government and tourism authorities will make the most of a golden opportunity. One thing is certain: It is an opportunity that the communities in the region are desperately crying out for.
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“Space, the final frontier. These are the voyages of the all-new Lexus ES. Its mission: To explore strange new worlds, to seek out new life and new civilisations, to boldly go where no premium executive has gone before…” These were the words atop Lexus’ recent invitation to their new ES launch. And they couldn’t have been more apt, because not only is the luxurious new ES incredibly spacious, but it is quite literally going where no sedan has gone before, by offering a luxury mid-size sedan at a far more accessible price. Although the latest ES is the luxury vehicle manufacturer’s sixth edition of the premium sedan, its most recent guise features a brand new body design with zero carry-over from the outgoing model. As with all Lexus models, the most striking aspect
about the ES’ appearance is its distinctive and modern spindle grille, followed by its elegant aerodynamic silhouette and broad, imposing stance. The ES also commands attention due to its sheer size – its wheelbase is 2,820 mm long, with a front
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track of 1,590 mm and a rear track of 1,575 mm. This spaciousness continues inside the cabin, where the ES offers greater leg, head and shoulder room than any of its competitors, as well as generous boot space that includes a full size spare tyre (which, sadly, is becoming a rarity these days). Wide door apertures and curved door trims make it easier for passengers to enter and exit the ES, and occupant comfort is assured with highly padded armrests and seats that boast increased pelvic support, as well as additional seat strapping to lessen occupant fatigue. Occupant comfort is further enhanced by the ES’s impressive Nanoe technology air-conditioning system, which adds moisture to the ions that move into the cabin to create a gentler atmosphere. Now there’s something you never thought you needed, but will probably miss if it was taken away! Drivers will also appreciate the ES’ logically and intuitively placed controls, as well as its user friendly satellite navigation and information system, which comes complete with a high resolution, 8” display, reverse camera, Bluetooth connectivity and iPod and USB connections. Lexus has long had a policy of including a high number of luxurious extras as standard on their models (as opposed to going the route of many other manufacturers by offering a long and costly optional extra list). As a result, the ES comes with an impressive list of nice-to-haves which would have cost potential owners significantly more if they had been added after the fact (even the metallic paint comes at no extra cost!). These include electrically controlled and heated front seats, an electrochromatic rear view mirror, a tilt and slide moonroof, and heated and auto-retractable electric side mirrors. While luxury is well catered for in the ES, it certainly hasn’t come at the expense of safety features, which include vehicle stability control, a tyre-inflation pressure warning system, 10 SRS airbags and a nifty blind spot monitor with lane change assist. But how does it drive? As one would expect from a Lexus: smoothly, comfortably and powerfully. The ES is available with a choice of two power
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sources. The ES 250 is powered by a four cylinder petrol engine which pumps out 135 kW of power and 235 Nm of torque. Paired with a six-speed automatic transmission, the ES 250 can sprint from 0 – 100 km/h in 9.8 seconds, and has a top speed of 207 km/h (while still maintaining reasonable fuel consumption figures of 8 l/100 km). The ES 300h is powered by a Lexus Hybrid Drive petrol-electric hybrid engine, which marks the first time that a petrol-electric hybrid powertrain has been offered in the ES range. Its 2.5 l single VVT-I petrol engine is combined with an electric motor powered by a 650 V nickel-metal hydride battery, offering a combined power output of 151 kW. Its 0 – 100 km/h sprint time is an impressive 8.5 seconds, while even more impressive is its combined fuel consumption of just 5.5 l/100 km. Both models also come with Drive Mode Select (DMS), which allows drivers to adjust the vehicle’s behaviour for either dynamic performance or optimal efficiency by adjusting the steering, acceleration feel and air-conditioning systems. Eco mode allows for more efficient driving, Sport mode allows greater response to driver input, while Normal mode effectively balances performance and efficiency. So in short, it feels like you have three different cars for the price of one. Which is exactly what potential buyers will feel when they experience the highly specced and luxurious ES for themselves (complete with an impressive raft of added extras), and at such a surprisingly competitive price. So competitive, in fact, that it offers a distinct price advantage over many of its competitors, such as the Audi A6, BMW 5 series, Mercedes Benz E-class, all of which also offer less equipment as standard. That’s definitely one of many reasons to take a second (or third) look at the Lexus ES. The ES 250 is priced at R435,900, while the ES 300h retails for R515,000. Both come with a four-year/100,000 km warranty and Lexus’ Distance Plan Plus.
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REINVENTING YOURSELF TAKE THE PATH TO A NEW YOU TEXT: DR LIZ PRETORIUS IMAGES © ISTOCKPHOTO.COM
“You are not your past. You are not all the things that have happened to you. You are the possibility of what can be.” – Oprah Winfrey Reinventing yourself may be the most exciting challenge you could face. Whether you want to change the way you look, your career, or even your entire image, it means jumping in at the deep end, putting in the hours and making the changes needed. It means taking time to prepare your game plan, to decide what you want to change, how you would like to feel when you make the changes, what you would like your future to look like, and what factors you need to address that may keep you from achieving your goal.
Like all the most important plans in your life, you need to tackle your own reinvention step by step. Here is how: 1) Write down what changes you need to make and why you want to make them. Maybe you want to change your career, or you want to live a more balanced life, or become more assertive. Whatever the change, follow the same steps. Decide whether they are worth the time and effort you need to invest to make the changes
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by giving each change a score out of ten. Any score less than ten means the desired change needs re-evaluation. Make a list of the steps needed to make each change. Your list should include both the longand the short-term steps you need to achieve your changes. Short-term steps may include starting a hobby or re-kindling old friendships. Reinventing yourself needs a major leap and you can’t make it overnight. Changing patterns takes time, and there are smaller steps you need to take to get there. Once you have decided on the changes and know that they are worth achieving, you need to prepare your game plan. This plan should clearly show where you are now, what you want to change, how you will feel when you have achieved the change, where you want to be when you achieve it, and who you would like to share it with. Next, determine how you are going to move from where you are to where you want to be. Formulate the changes into clearly defined goals, and decide on a date by when you would like to achieve each goal and make each change. Visualise the changes you want to make, create a picture of your success. Surround yourself with pictures or photos of where you want to be. Stick them on a mirror you look in every day, on the inside of your cupboard, or prepare a screensaver depicting your success. Stay motivated. This can be achieved in a
number of ways: L]dd qgmj dgn]\ gf]k o`Yl [`Yf_]k qgm Yj] going to make and why each change is important to you. Ask for their support and let them know you are serious about what you want to achieve. This will make you feel more accountable and gives you a sense of responsibility to the people who are rooting for you. C]]h Y bgmjfYd af o`a[` qgm ojal] qgmj _gYdk and when you plan to achieve them. Spend at least 15 minutes a day reading your journal. It acts as a reminder and a motivator, especially when you mark off the steps you achieve. O`]f qgm `Yn] Y \Yq o`]f qgm Yj] ^]]daf_ down, remind yourself why the change is important to you and why you wanted to make it in the first place. 7) Transformation begins in the mind and it is vital that your mindset and attitude should reflect your vision and the changes you are making. That means constantly giving yourself positive messages, and being on the outlook to stop any negative thoughts that may make you doubt whether you can achieve what you would like to. 8) If there are factors that you feel are holding you back from achieving what you want to, write them down and, if needed, speak to a professional to help you deal with them.
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SAX Opens its Heart to Richards Bay TEX T & IMAGE S © SA E XPRE SS
SA Express (SAX) recently donated 16 wheelchairs to disabled children from Richards Bay and the greater Zululand area. The donation, which formed part of SAX’s Corporate Social Investment (CSI) programmes, was made to the Inkosi Community Project, a non-governmental community development initiative operating in the uMhlathuze municipal area. The donation was made at a function held at the local stadium and attended by local community leaders and SAX executives. Speaking at the function, which also doubled up as a Christmas party for about 3,000 children, Inati Ntshanga, SAX CEO, said: “Hopefully, through this modest gesture, we will be able to make their lives a little easier than they have been so far. This is the start of a journey of a partnership with this community. We are not fly-by-nights! We are here to stay. For now, this humble gesture will include the cost of servicing these wheelchairs for the youngsters. Through this gesture, we are saying: ‘We care!’ We want you to know we are not indifferent to your daily struggles.” The donation signals the first foray by the state-owned regional airline, which provides feeder services between small and bigger cities, into the area of community investment since its formation in 1994. It also forms part of SAX’s commitment to the fight against the abuse of women and children which is commonly known as 16 Days of Activism. “I hope these 16 wheelchairs also serve as a reminder to keep the anti-abuse campaign alive every day of the year, and that today’s festivities don’t make us lower the guard against this evil practice in our society. Disabled children tend to become easy prey to the
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scourge of abuse, which we have to root out in all our communities,” said Mr. Ntshanga. He also indicated that the airline’s involvement with the Richards Bay community will continue and that the airline’s CSI programme will also be rolled out in other provinces where SAX operates. “In the coming months, we will further engage with this community to ensure that we continue to look for imaginative ways of contributing to its wellbeing. Our aspiration is to deepen our engagement with the community of Richards Bay. We don’t want to just have a commercial and transactional relationship, where we sell tickets to business people and tourists to fly in and out of Richards Bay. We want to be actively involved in the lives of the people of this community. We want to be part of your success. We want to grow with you. “What we do in Richards Bay will be replicated in other provinces of our country where we have operations. We are working as hard as we can in the Free State to ensure that we also contribute to the upliftment of the lives of people of that province.” Apart from its own CSI programmes, SAX also supports programmes run by its shareholder, the Department of Public Enterprises, and encourages its more than 1,000 employees to give their time and skills to their communities.
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EXPLORING SA WITH SA EXPRESS UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL WITH MAXWELL
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American singer-songwriter and Grammy award winning artist Maxwell was recently in South Africa on tour. Indwe caught up with him as he boarded a SA Express plane to Hoedspruit. Indwe: You were in South Africa during a historic moment for our country and the rest of the world when Madiba passed on. Can you share your feelings on that? Maxwell: The fact that I’m here doing shows during this important time in Africa’s history blows
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my mind. My manager of 20 years was living here in Africa. His last time in Cape Town was at the age of 22 and he’s now 50. We have been working together for over 22 years. Mandela is one of his heroes, as he is mine. In America, we also have a lot of people who
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made great changes, from Martin Luther King to Malcolm X, but they died young. They were all basically assassinated. The most beautiful experience with Mandela, or as you guys call him, “Madiba”, is that he got to live a full, long life. Even though 27 years of his life were taken when he was jailed, he was released and he could see his grandchildren. The Mandela movie which Idris Alba just did is almost like he knew… It’s as if everything is a ladder planned for him to go to heaven. This is what I feel. So it’s incredible to be here. Indwe: You incorporated Madiba into your shows. What inspired that? Maxwell: How do you not do that? I mean, I’m in South Africa when the greatest man that ever lived in Africa passes away. We just had to do it. We definitely scrambled, but we put in his first speech when he was president, and we obviously incorporated “Black President”, one of the famous songs that is connected with him. For me, this is really the home where every black person comes from. Maybe it’s a bit presumptuous, judging from my skin colour, but I believe the entire human race originated here. This is how I feel. I feel like God gave me a gift by my being here. Indwe: You disappeared from the music scene for a couple of years. Where were you? Maxwell: I just needed to be normal. I didn’t want the responsibility of being called a role model, because I had that role since I was 21 years old. I had to go out and have a good time, meet girls, which I think every human being should have. When you’re in the spotlight, you’re kind of perfect, never doing anything bad, never making any mistakes. You kind of get too complex about being perfect. After I got all my imperfections out of the way, coming back to Africa and doing these shows was a boost to my self-esteem. I now believe there is still a lot I can do for my career. People don’t realise how heavy it can be to be in the spotlight. Take a look at someone like Michael Jackson,
whom I love. He is the most incredible artist that has ever lived, but you feel for him because it’s like he has never had a moment to not be something for everyone else. He never had that moment, and that could really make you crazy over time. I took my moment because life is too short. I think even the timing was right. God protected me and let me do it. I’m glad that you guys are around to listen to what I have to say, sing and write. Indwe: When you get back to the States and they ask you to describe South Africa and its people, what will you tell them? Maxwell: I will say they are the people of the sun. They are the sun. I never thought I would come to Africa and that everyone would show me so much love. Everybody has an issue and situation, but to come here from where I have been and to be received like this, I cannot even tell you. It’s crazy man! I’ve been inspired already. I’m finishing this album and we released a new song and performed it for the first time ever here. I have pretty good luck with you guys. When I performed in South Africa the last time I was here, I performed “Pretty Wings” for the first time and it has done well. So I think that you guys have good karma. Indwe: You flew on SA Express before to Walvis Bay and now you are flying to Hoedspruit. What has been your experience flying SA Express? Maxwell: You have the most beautiful crew I have ever seen. I don’t know what to say, but it’s going to be tough going back to New York after the love I’ve received here. It keeps me humble, it keeps me balanced. It’s all good!
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BOOKS Knowing Mandela BY JOHN CARLIN John Carlin began covering South African politics while serving as the London Independent 's Bureau Chief in South Africa in 1989, and formed a relationship with Nelson Mandela over the years. Mandela has called Carlin’s journalism “courageous” and “absolutely inspiring”. Now, Carlin reflects back on the man he has studied and admired for much of his career. The book begins with Mandela’s release from prison in 1990, and ends with the last time Carlin saw Mandela faceto-face in the early 2000s. Spanning decades, and chronicling both personal and public memories, Carlin’s tribute to Mandela is a fitting retrospective on a life well lived and its enduring legacy.
The Grand Scam BY ROB ROSE From 2005 to 2009, the heir to one of South Africa’s blue-blood families methodically constructed the largest ever con in South African history. Barry Tannenbaum offered investors stratospheric returns of more than 200 % a year if they were to invest in the components used to make AIDS drugs. It was nothing more than a lie, which suckered the country’s business elite (including the former CEO of Pick n Pay and the ex-boss of OK Bazaars) into ploughing more than R12.5 billion into Tannenbaum’s scheme, based on the empty promise of immense riches. But how did Tannenbaum swindle so many people with such ease? And, more crucially, why did he do it? Through extensive interviews with his family, friends and numerous “investors”, this book provides the startling answers to those questions.
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Airline information SA Express fleet Canadair Regional Jet 200 BER Manufacturer: Bombardier Maximum cruising speed: 474 knots/545mph/879kmph Engines: Two General Electric CF34-3B1 Range: 1,662miles/3,080km Maximum altitude: 41,000ft/12,496m Seating capacity: 50
Crew: Two pilots, two cabin crew Wing span: 69ft 7in/21.21m Overall length: 87ft 10in/26.77m Overall height: 20ft 5in/6.22m Maximum take-off weight: 51,000lb/23,134kg Minimum runway length: 6,295ft/1,919m
De Havilland Dash 8 Series Q400 Turboprop Manufacturer: Bombardier Maximum cruising speed: 360knots/414mph/667kmph Engines: Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PW150A Range: 1,565 miles/2,519km Maximum altitude: 25,000ft/7,620m Seating capacity: 74 Crew: Two pilots, two cabin crew
Wing span: 93ft 3in/28.42m Overall length: 107ft 9in/32.83m Overall height: 27ft 5in/8.34m Maximum take-off weight: 64,500lb/29,257kg Minimum runway length: 4,580ft/1,396m
Canadair Regional Jet 700 Manufacturer: Bombardier Maximum cruising speed: 473 knots/544mph/875kmph Engines: Two General Electric CF34-8C5B Range: 1,477m/2,794km Maximum altitude: 41,000ft/12,496m Seating capacity: 70
Crew: Crew: Two pilots, two cabin crew Wing span: 76ft 3in/23.2m Overall length: 106ft 8in/32.51m Overall height: 24ft 10in/7.57m Maximum take-off weight: 72,750lb/32,999kg Minimum runway length: 4,580ft/1,396m
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We fly for you About us SA Express is a fast-growing airline business operating primary and secondary hubs between domestic and regional destinations within Southern Africa. Our objective of improving intra-Africa travel is in line with South Africa’s mandate to increase aviation’s contribution towards sustainable economic growth and job creation. The flexibility and reliability presented by the airline’s FACT principle (Frequency, Availability, Competitive rate and Timing of flights) affords both consumers and service providers a unique and convenient service. The FACT principle is important to us as it enhances the country’s prospect as a preferred air travel destination and major trade and tourism capital. Our vision is supported by the airline’s aspirations and strategy. Also underpinning this vision is our set of core values and unique selling propositions that drive profitability.
Vision To be a sustainable world-class regional airline with an extensive footprint in Africa.
Purpose A sustainable, integrated regional airline connecting secondary and main airports.
CORE VALUES Safety first We never compromise on safety, no matter what. Customers Our customers are our most important investors.
Partners We partner with people across all operations.
Speed & Quality We deliver with speed without compromising on quality. Improvement We strive for continuous improvement.
Simplify We keep it simple.
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in the aircraft cabin, cabin baggage may be placed in the Skycheck at the aircraft for hold stowage.
Special meals Passengers with special dietary
Skycheck This is the airline’s special hand-
requirements are provided for through the following special meals: kosher, halal, Muslim, Hindu, low-fat and vegetarian meals. Orders for special meals should be placed at the time of making flight reservations. The airline requires a minimum of 48 hours’ notice prior to departure in order to assist with confirmation of requests.
luggage facility that assists with in-flight comfort, speedy boarding and disembarking. When boarding one of our flights, simply place any hand luggage that will not be required during the flight on to the Skycheck cart at the boarding steps of the aircraft. Your hand luggage will be waiting for you as you disembark from the aircraft at your destination.
Passengers requiring special attention Requirements for unaccompanied minors (passengers under the age of 12 years) or passengers requiring wheelchairs should be stated at the time of making the reservation. Owing to the size of the cabins on our aircraft types, the airline is not in a position to carry stretcher passengers or incubators.
Cabin baggage SA Express will accept one piece of cabin baggage not exceeding a total dimension of 115cm and 7kg in weight. For safety reasons, cabin baggage must fit into approved stowage spaces: either the overhead luggage bin or under the seat. Owing to limited storage space
We Fly For You SA Express Airways prides itself on aiming to offer incomparable service standards. In addition to building on our motto to express excellence and consistently striving to provide the best service, we know that “you” is the most important word in our airline. SA Express proudly launched its new brand on 2 December 2009 at OR Tambo International Airport. The new brand is set to ensure that it’s distinctive and positioned to build awareness and affinity in the domestic and regional markets. The new proposition “We Fly for You” is set to position SA Express as a premier intra-regional African brand. The main objective of the rebrand is to ensure that SA Express is distinctive yet still aligned to the country’s mainline carrier. SA Express’s unique positioning as an airline that provides a bespoke, personalised travel experience was the rationale behind the proposition “We Fly for You”. The new brand mark is in line with the symbol and colours of the national flag, encouraging national pride. The new brand will be applied to all brand touch-points throughout the operation as well as the staff uniform.
Baggage liability Valuable items such as cameras and accessories, computers – including laptops and notebooks – mobile telephones, perfumes, aftershaves, colognes, legal and company documents and legal tender – including cash, credit cards and cheques – bullion, leather jackets, all types of jewellery and any other items with a value in excess of R400 must be removed from either checked-in or Skycheck baggage as the airline is not liable for loss or damage to these items. Verified baggage claims are settled on the basis adopted by IATA (International Airlines Transport Association): payment of US$20 per 1kg of checked-in luggage, to a maximum of 20kg ($400). Awards SA Express has won the AFRAA Regional Airline of the Year Award at the end of 2009, and the Allied and Aviation Business Corporate Award. Our airline was also the recipient of the Annual Airline Reliability Award from Bombardier at the end of 2007. Other previous awards include the International Star Quality Award, which indicates our commitment to service excellence, while our prominence as one of the top 500 best managed companies is proof of our success as a business. Onboard service The airline’s onboard service is unique and offers passengers a variety of meals or snacks. The airline pioneered its unique meal-box concept, and meal choices are frequently updated and designed using balanced food criteria: appearance, taste and nutritional value. Passengers can also enjoy a wine and malt service on specified flights as well as refreshments on all flights. Our customers can expect a safe, comfortable, quality air-travel experience, with the added benefits of frequency, reliability, on-time departures and unmatched value for money.
Safety information Health regulations Health regulations at certain airports require that the aircraft cabin be sprayed. The spray is harmless, but if you think it might affect you, please cover your nose and mouth with a handkerchief.
Remain seated As a safety precaution, passengers are requested to remain seated with seatbelts fastened after the aircraft has landed, until the seatbelt sign has been switched off by the captain.
Portable electronic equipment The use of personal electronic devices (PED’s) will apply to all domestic and regional flights on the CRJ700/200
and DH8 Q400. Passengers will be permitted to use PED’s such as cell phones, e-readers and electronic tablets in flight-mode.
Cellular telephones Cellular telephones may be used on the ground while passenger doors are open. Cellular telephones, smartphones or any device with flight mode must be switched off as soon as the cabin doors are closed and when the senior cabin-crew member makes an announcement on the publicaddress system.
Laptop computers Laptops with CD ROM and DVD drive, handheld calculators, electric shavers and portable personal
listening devices may not be used on the ground during taxi but may be used during the flight when the seatbelt signs are switched off and with permission from the captain. Should circumstances dictate otherwise, a public-address announcement cancelling this concession will be made by a crew member.
Prohibited equipment Portable printers, laser pointers, video equipment, CB/AM/FM/ FHF/satellite receivers, twoway radios, compact disc and mini-disc players, scanners, remote-controlled toys and power converters are prohibited for use at any time.
Safety pamphlet Read the safety pamphlet in the seat pocket in front of you and take note of your nearest emergency exit. Smoking In accordance with international trends, smoking is not permitted on board any SA Express flights.
Seat belts Please fasten your seat belt whenever the seat belt signs are illuminated. For your own safety we suggest that you keep it fastened throughout the flight. Important When in doubt, please consult our cabin crew.
For your comfort and security, please comply with the above safety regulations at all times while on board
Route map SA Express: Johannesburg Bloemfontein Cape Town Durban East London Gaborone George Hoedspruit Kimberley
Lubumbashi Lusaka Maputo Port Elizabeth Richards Bay Walvis Bay Windhoek Pietermaritzburg Nelspruit
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FLT SA SA
NO 1586 1588
DEP 18:20 18:50
ARR 20:30 21:00
Indwe Indwe
M
T
A/C CR2 CR2
M
KRUGER - JOHANNESBURG FLT SA SA
NO 1232 1238
DEP 08:40 17:35
ARR 09:40 18:35
SA EXPRESS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, SUSPEND OR AMEND THIS PUBLISHED SCHEDULE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTIFICATION EVERY EFFORT WILL BE MADE TO OPERATE AS PER THE PLANNED SCHEDULE
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A/C DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4
CAPE TOWN - JOHANNESBURG
JOHANNESBURG - KRUGER FLT NO SA 1231 SA 1237
FLT SA SA SA SA SA SA SA
A/C CR2 CR2
M
FLIGHT SCHEDULE JOHANNESBURG - PIETERMARITZBURG FLT SA SA SA
NO 1271 1273 1277
DEP 07:20 11:00 16:45
ARR 08:25 12:05 17:50
A/C DH4 DH4 DH4
M
T
PIETERMARITZBURG - JOHANNESBURG
W
T
F
S
S
W
T
F
S
S
JOHANNESBURG - WALVIS BAY FLT NO
DEP
ARR
A/C
SA
11:55
14:10
CR8
EFFECTIVE 1 SEPTEMBER NAMIBIAN TIME REVERTS TO
1701
M
T
FLT NO
DEP
ARR
A/C
SA SA
06:15 06:15
08:15 08:15
CR2 CR2
1733 1731
M
T
NO 1761 1763 1765 1767 1767 1775 1775 1783 1779 1781
DEP 06:10 07:55 09:55 11:55 11:55 13:30 14:30 15:45 18:10 18:10
ARR 07:05 08:50 10:50 12:45 12:50 14:25 15:25 16:40 19:05 19:05
A/C DH4 DH4 DH4 CR2 DH4 DH4 DH4 CR2 DH4 DH4
M
T
T
F
S
S
DEP 09:20
ARR 11:45
A/C CR8
T
F
S
S
W
T
F
S
S
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
NO 1081 1083 1087 1089 1091
DEP 06:00 08:00 13:15 14:20 17:15
ARR 07:45 09:30 15:00 16:05 19:00
A/C DH4 CR2 DH4 DH4 DH4
M
NO 1361 1363 1363 1371 1371 1375
DEP 06:00 08:00 08:00 13:30 13:30 17:20
ARR 07:55 09:40 09:55 15:10 15:25 19:00
A/C DH4 CR2 DH4 CR2 DH4 CR2
DEP 06:20 13:00
ARR 07:20 14:00
A/C CR2 CR2
CAPE TOWN - HOEDSPRUIT FLT NO SA 1241
DEP 09:30
ARR 12:10
A/C CR2
CAPE TOWN - KIMBERLEY FLT SA SA SA SA
NO 1151 1157 1155 1155
DEP 05:50 12:50 14:00 15:55
ARR 07:25 14:20 15:30 17:25
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2
T
W
T
F
S
S
FLT
NO
DEP
ARR
A/C
SA
1702
14:45
16:55
CR8
EFFECTIVE 1 SEPTEMBER NAMIBIAN TIME REVERTS TO
M
W
T
F
S
S
W
T
F
S
S
W
T
F
S
S
W
T
F
S
S
T
W
T
F
S
S
T
W
T
F
S
S
T
FLT
NO
DEP
ARR
A/C
SA SA
1734 1732
09:15 19:15
11:15 21:10
CR2 CR2
EFFECTIVE 1 SEPTEMBER NAMIBIAN TIME REVERTS TO
M
T
FLT SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA
NO 1762 1764 1764 1766 1768 1768 1776 1776 1784 1780 1782
DEP 07:45 09:25 09:35 11:25 13:10 13:10 15:00 16:05 17:10 19:45 19:45
ARR 08:40 10:20 10:30 12:20 14:05 14:05 15:55 17:00 18:00 20:40 20:40
A/C DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 CR2 DH4 DH4 DH4 CR2 DH4 DH4
M
T
FLT SA
NO 1798
DEP 12:30
ARR 15:00
A/C CR8
M
T
FLT SA SA SA SA SA
NO 1082 1084 1088 1090 1092
DEP 08:15 10:30 15:40 16:35 19:40
ARR 10:15 12:15 17:40 18:35 21:40
A/C DH4 CR2 DH4 DH4 DH4
M
EAST LONDON - CAPE TOWN
CAPE TOWN - GEORGE FLT NO SA 1531 SA 1533
M
BLOEMFONTEIN - CAPE TOWN
CAPE TOWN - EAST LONDON FLT SA SA SA SA SA SA
A/C DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4
LUBUMBASHI - JOHANNESBURG
CAPE TOWN - BLOEMFONTEIN FLT SA SA SA SA SA
ARR 10:15 10:05 13:50 19:40
GABORONE - JOHANNESBURG
JOHANNESBURG - LUBUMBASHI FLT NO SA 1797
DEP 09:00 08:50 12:35 18:25
WINDHOEK - JOHANNESBURG W
JOHANNESBURG - GABORONE FLT SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA
NO 1272 1272 1274 1278
WALVIS BAY - JOHANNESBURG
JOHANNESBURG - WINDHOEK EFFECTIVE 1 SEPTEMBER NAMIBIAN TIME REVERTS TO
FLT SA SA SA SA
FLT SA SA SA SA SA SA
NO 1362 1364 1364 1372 1372 1376
DEP 08:25 10:25 10:45 16:00 16:20 20:05
ARR 10:25 12:25 12:25 18:00 18:00 21:45
A/C DH4 DH4 CR2 DH4 CR2 CR2
M
GEORGE - CAPE TOWN FLT NO SA 1532 SA 1534
DEP 07:50 14:30
ARR 08:55 15:35
A/C CR2 CR2
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
HOEDSPRUIT - CAPE TOWN FLT SA
NO 1242
DEP 12:45
ARR 15:20
A/C CR2
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
KIMBERLEY - CAPE TOWN FLT SA SA SA SA
NO 1152 1158 1156 1156
DEP 08:10 15:10 16:00 17:55
ARR 09:50 16:50 17:40 19:35
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2
SA EXPRESS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, SUSPEND OR AMEND THIS PUBLISHED SCHEDULE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTIFICATION EVERY EFFORT WILL BE MADE TO OPERATE AS PER THE PLANNED SCHEDULE
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FLIGHT SCHEDULE
CAPE TOWN - PORT ELIZABETH FLT SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA
NO 1801 1805 1807 1809 1813 1813 1819 1821 1821 1823
DEP 06:00 09:00 10:10 10:45 13:00 13:45 15:00 16:00 16:00 18:30
ARR 07:30 10:30 11:40 12:15 14:30 14:55 16:30 17:10 17:30 20:00
A/C DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 CR2 DH4 DH4
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
CAPE TOWN - WALVIS BAY FLT NO SA 1721 SA 1721
DEP 08:00 11:15
ARR 10:00 13:15
A/C CR2 CR2
DEP 16:30
ARR 18:35
A/C CR2
DEP 07:45
ARR 10:10
A/C CR2
NO 1301 1303 1305 1309
DEP 06:00 08:30 12:00 16:50
ARR 07:05 09:35 13:05 17:55
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
A/C CR2
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2
DURBAN - PORT ELIZABETH FLT SA SA SA SA SA
NO 1330 1334 1336 1340 1348
DEP 06:00 09:15 11:55 13:35 17:40
ARR 07:20 10:35 13:15 14:55 19:00
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2
DURBAN - CAPE TOWN FLT SA SA SA SA SA SA
NO 1850 1852 1854 1858 1854 1862
DEP 06:10 08:00 13:40 15:35 16:30 18:50
ARR 08:25 10:15 15:55 17:50 18:45 21:05
DEP 10:10
ARR 13:00
NO 1611 1611 1613
DEP 10:20 14:00 13:55
ARR 12:45 16:25 16:20
FLT SA SA
NO 1722 1722
DEP 10:30 14:00
ARR 12:30 16:00
FLT SA
NO 1752
DEP 08:40
ARR 10:45
FLT SA
NO 1786
DEP 10:40
ARR 13:15
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
A/C CR2
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2
M
T
W
T
F
S
S
A/C CR2 CR2
A/C CR2
A/C CR2
EAST LONDON - DURBAN FLT SA SA SA SA
NO 1302 1304 1306 1310
DEP 07:35 10:05 13:35 18:25
ARR 08:35 11:05 14:35 19:25
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2
PORT ELIZABETH - DURBAN FLT SA SA SA SA SA
NO 1331 1335 1337 1341 1349
DEP 07:50 11:05 13:40 15:35 19:55
ARR 09:05 12:20 14:55 16:50 21:10
FLT SA SA SA SA SA SA
NO 1851 1853 1861 1855 1859 1855
DEP 09:05 10:45 16:15 16:30 18:15 19:15
ARR 11:05 12:45 18:15 18:30 20:15 21:15
A/C CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2 CR2
LUSAKA - DURBAN FLT SA
NO 1602
DEP 13:40
ARR 16:30
FLT SA SA SA
NO 1612 1612 1614
DEP 13:25 17:00 17:00
ARR 15:50 19:25 19:25
SA EXPRESS RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE, SUSPEND OR AMEND THIS PUBLISHED SCHEDULE WITHOUT PRIOR NOTIFICATION EVERY EFFORT WILL BE MADE TO OPERATE AS PER THE PLANNED SCHEDULE
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A/C DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 DH4 CR2 DH4 CR2 DH4 DH4
HARARE - DURBAN
DURBAN - HARARE FLT SA SA SA
ARR 09:40 12:40 13:50 14:25 16:40 16:45 18:40 19:20 19:40 22:10
CAPE TOWN - DURBAN
DURBAN - LUSAKA FLT NO SA 1601
DEP 08:00 11:00 12:10 12:45 15:00 15:25 17:00 18:00 18:00 20:30
MAPUTO - CAPE TOWN M
DURBAN - EAST LONDON FLT SA SA SA SA
NO 1802 1806 1808 1810 1814 1814 1820 1822 1822 1824
WINDHOEK - CAPE TOWN
CAPE TOWN - MAPUTO FLT NO SA 1785
FLT SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA SA
WALVIS BAY - CAPE TOWN
CAPE TOWN - WINDHOEK FLT NO SA 1751
PORT ELIZABETH - CAPE TOWN
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PASSENGER LETTERS Hello Customer Care
Express flight ”, were truly honoured on a SA oming words, “enjoy your flight welc ’s shya Mata e – an Phiw ard Team y stew Rugb Cabin members of the Border Women’s on recently. On board were the changing tant cons , noise was from Cape Town to East Lond e Ther über control measures. bunch whose conduct begged fest. food ll for-a excitable, over-zealous, rowdy freeable verit a s... It was l food boxes and bottled beverage of seats, demands for additiona the team’s over-enthusiastic ntly and smilingly attended to, patie ly, rous gene was s itude While feeding the mult engers who needed to “enjoy pass r othe professionally. After all, there were and ly swift ully, tactf d settle behaviour was reigned once more. managed so that peace and quiet harrowing the flight”. The disturbance was essing what could have been a harn and ling ! High praise for hand with the dealt Hats off to you, Phiwe Matashya eetly discr shya Mata master, Mr engers. Like a seasoned school experience for the rest of the pass ! done well ity and astonishing aplomb. Jolly e the sea and scenery so disciplinary challenge with dign and secure as we soared abov ring that we all felt safe, stable ensu for ks than ! Many sincere Viva you. e salut I Sir. ks to you, enjoyed our flight immensely, than many miles below. Indeed, we Verity-Barbara Taylor
who wrote our winning letter this Congratulations to Verity-Barbara R899. Tablet Cross-Over Bag valued at
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Dear SA Express
med us that the a warm afternoon, the pilot infor Cape Town to Johannesburg on engines were the once Upon boarding a SAX flight from on hed switc itioner could only be ctly, and therefore the air cond this to be a very cted APU was not functioning corre expe I and , rture depa on tes late taxi. We were already 20 minu running and we had started to e. of water to all unpleasant experienc g the rounds delivering bottles , and the air hostesses were doin seats our taken all we lf that the had myse er to think No soon South African style, I began to had even started to taxi. In true out cups ing hand one nd seco the passengers before the plane the the first hostess was es of water, when right behind best they could do was warm bottl would just like to filled with ice. h African airline industry, and I llent initiative is shown in the Sout . flight It is very seldom that such exce the of inder ce for the rema llent quick thinking and great servi commend the ladies for their exce . work good the up Keep will always choose SA Express. Whenever there is an option, I Wesley Tucker To whom it may concern
service during the Your flight attendants offered good to East London on SA Express. also delicious. were ed I recently flew from Johannesburg offer nts shme refre clear. The and even the announcements were ard stand e abov ent. was agem thing man flight, every iples of good customer service and continue to stick to the princ Please keep up the good work Regards Siphiwo Ncobo
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G LETTER IN THE FEBRUARY THE WRITER OF THE WINNIN EIVE A MANGWANANI EDITION OF INDWE WILL REC HER VALUED AT R1,100 MOONLIGHT NIGHT SPA VOUC with r day with a magical night out While away the stresses of you astic way to start fant a are al arriv on ks snac Mangwanani Spa. Cocktails and beating drums the traditional African sound of your evening while listening to Montecasino – ey Vall er (Riv Mangwanani Bus and singing. Be collected in our nani gwa Man any to e driv easy an or take and Zevenwacht – Canal Walk) nt ade dec valled entertainment, three branch and enjoy a night of unri and Amarula complimentary bar. Chocolate with er treatments, delicious dinn ! will round off the perfect evening
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Africa's talent revealed
This month we feature Henry Olivato’s fantastic photo of a King Fisher, which he took using a Nikon D3100 camera. Henry spotted this eye-catching bird in the Umfolozi Game Reserve in KwaZulu-Natal. If you think you have what it takes, send your photos (1 MB each), details of where they were taken and your contact details to nicky@tcbmedia.co.za, with the words “Indwe Photo” in the subject line. We can’t wait to show them off!
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