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This Month's Best Reads JUNE 2014 Events: 12 North | 14 South | 16 In Between Bits & Pieces: 18 Travel Tips & Gorgeous Goodies Bites: 22 Restaurants & Taste Experiences Special Feature: 24 FIFA Festivities Travel: 32 Barrier of Spears – The Drakensberg | 41 A City in Bloom | 52 Redesigning the Mother City | 69 Conquering the Congo-Kinshasa | 74 Lauding Botswana’s Heritage Features: 28 Tumi Molekane – A Global Musical Expedition by a Legend in the

Making | 48 A Destined Legacy | 62 Our Nation’s Born Free Generation | 78 Cuisine Couture | 82 Where Wedding Wishes Come True | 85 From Caveman to Metro Man Motoring: 90 Hyundai Accent 1.6 Hatch | 99 Volvo’s New Drive-E Engines Gadgets: 114 Must Haves for Technophiles

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37 The Youthful Cities Index | 104 Restoring the Magic – Rehabilitating Coastal

Forests | 109 Tips to Stay Healthy This Winter

Business: 45 | Recognising Young Business Genius | Books: 116 New releases and Must Reads

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SA EXPRESS Divisional Manager: Communications and PR Keitumetse Masike Tel: +27 11 978 2540 kmasike@flyexpress.aero Customer Care Department Tel: 0861 729 227 customercare@flyexpress.aero Twitter: @flySAexpress Facebook: SA Express Airways INDWE Indwe is published by TjT Media (Pty) Ltd Tel: +27 12 425 5800 COVER IMAGE © IStockphoto.com General Manager and Associate Publisher Letlhogonolo Sealetsa | nolo@tjtmedia.co.za Publisher Bernard Hellberg | bernard@tjtmedia.co.za Marketing and Communications Manager Pam Komani | pam@tjtmedia.co.za Editor Nicky Furniss | editor@tjtmedia.co.za Senior Designer Lindsey Steenkamp | design@tjtmedia.co.za DIRECTORS Bernard Hellberg l bernard@tjtmedia.co.za Obed Sealetsa | nolo@tjtmedia.co.za Pam Komani | pam@tjtmedia.co.za ADVERTISING SALES Tel: +27 12 425 5800 National Sales Manager Bryan Kayavhu | bryan@tcbmedia.co.za +27 83 785 6691 Manager: National Sales & Business Development Chantal Barton | chantal@tcbmedia.co.za +27 83 459 3086 Senior Account Managers Nikki de Lange | nikki@tcbmedia.co.za +27 83 415 0339 Calvin van Vuuren | calvin@tcbmedia.co.za +27 (82) 5826873 Gertjie Meintjes | gertjie@tcbmedia.co.za +27 82 757 2622 André Scharneck | andre@tcbmedia.co.za +27 72 739 8855 DISCLAIMER: All material is strictly copyrighted.

All rights are reserved. Reproduction in whole or part is prohibited without prior permission from the publisher. Opinions expressed in Indwe Magazine are not necessarily those of SA Express.

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CEO Message June From 1st to 3rd June, the International Air Transport Association (IATA) will be holding its Annual General Meeting in Doha, Qatar. Colleagues from the airline fraternity will be gathered there to discuss the state of the aviation industry.

Hot on the agenda is the area of skills shortage in the aviation industry. This topic will not only focus on pilots and technicians, even though this is the biggest area of concern, but will also address the issue of management of airlines and other related areas. Moreover, the role of governments will be addressed as noted with this excerpt on the topic: “Most governments seem to appreciate that a healthy aviation industry has the potential to contribute positively in terms of social and economic development. And some governments actively support aviation in order to see this potential come to fruition.

But others, whether through punitive taxation of the re-regulation of commercial aviation in customer facing areas, are pursuing air transport policies that severely undermine the ability of airlines to deliver this potential”.

Another topic of interest at the IATA AGM is that of airline profitability, and how it has eluded most airlines. The cost of operations continues to climb, be it through airport charges, navigation service providers, regulation, fuel or labour costs.

Our goal at SA Express is to make flying accessible to all South Africans, but the costs continue to increase, making it difficult to remain sustainable at low fares.

The environment is also harsh for “low cost airlines” as their prices have increased to be similar to those of legacy airlines. Since they do not benefit from discounts from service providers, it is difficult for low cost airlines to charge any less.

Without a doubt, the disappearance of flight MH370 will be high on the agenda, as it touches on issues of safety and security.

The airline industry has to continue with its efforts to attempt to understand what happened on that tragic day so that it is not repeated in the future. This tragedy has also revealed the sense of solidarity we feel within the aviation industry as witnessed through the great international cooperation efforts in locating the aircraft.

This month, all eyes will be on Brazil from 12th June when the 2014 FIFA World Cup kicks off. At SA Express, we are still humbled to have been an integral part of the history and national pride that made up this momentous occasion by transporting the teams in 2010.

For the 2014 World Cup, SA Express is collaborating with SAA and Mango to send nine young people from each of the country’s nine provinces to Brazil for a once onc e-in e-i in-a a-li -lifet lifet fetime ime op oppor portun por tunity tun ity to wa watch tch once-in-a-lifetime opportunity

a World Cup soccer match.

Some of these young people will be flying for the first time, supporting our mission of making flying accessible to all South Africans. This partnership is in line with the implementation of the Long Term Turnaround Strategy (LTTS), where all state owned aviation assets will work together to leverage our CSI initiatives to position these airlines as critical players in the country’s socio-economic development.

Moreover, our in-flight magazine, Indwe, is celebrating its 15-year publishing milestone this year. Over the years, Indwe has won countless accolades. These include the Silver International Folio Award for best designed new publication, best motoring features in the Magazine Category from the Guild of South African Motor Journalists, as well as fifth best in-flight magazine in the world by CNN Global Experiences (CNN GO). Our aim with this magazine has always been to put you, our passengers, first, and provide you with content that is engaging, original, newsworthy and of the highest quality. We will continue to make Indwe a world class magazine that will scoop more prestigious awards globally.

In conclusion, the bravado of the young women and men of 16th June 1976 is still being hailed in 2014 as we celebrate 20 years of our democracy. Today 16th June is known as Youth Day and is a public holiday.

What does this public holiday mean to you?

What can we do to ensure that the youth of 1976 and the young people of South Africa today benefit and contribute meaningfully to our young democracy?

As per one of our main features, we are showcasing Tumi Molekane from Tumi and the Volume. He famously penned the lyrical song 76 that pays homage to all the fallen young heroes. I’m positive that his lyrics and story will resonate with both the young and old.

A peaceful Youth Day celebration, South Africa.

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The Return of the Songstress TORI AMOS IN CONCERT MONTECASINO, JOHANNESBURG Following her highly successful South African tour in 2011, eight-time Grammy Award nominated singer-songwriter, pianist and composer Tori Amos returns to South Africa at the end of June for four performances as part of her world tour in support of her latest album, Unrepentant Geraldines. Amos will begin her South African tour at the Teatro at Montecasino on 26th and 27th June, followed by two concerts at the Cape Town International Convention Centre on 29th and 30th June. Tori Amos believes that some songs sound better performed live and has toured relentlessly since 1991, making the stage one of the fundamentals of her exceptional career. Rolling Stone magazine also voted her one of the best live performers of all time. Tickets are available from Computicket.

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Roar Like a Dinosaur DAYS OF THE DINOSAUR: THE EXHIBITION SANDTON INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE, JOHANNESBURG Imagine really walking amongst dinosaurs‌ moving, roaring, life-sized GLQRVDXUV )RU WKH ´UVW WLPH HYHU 6RXWK $IULFDQV ZLOO EH DEOH WR H[SHULHQFH their true splendour at Days of the Dinosaur: The Exhibition. This internationally renowned exhibition brings education and entertainment WRJHWKHU ZLWK VFLHQWL´FDOO\ DFFXUDWH GLQRVDXU H[KLELWV PDGH SRVVLEOH E\ VRPH of the most advanced animatronics in the world. Visitors can look forward to more than 45 life-sized dinosaurs, two skeletons, a 3D cinema, excavation zone, a Dino Ride for youngsters, and a large interactive area for kids. Tickets are available through Computicket.

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Ballet Superstars THE STARS OF AMERICAN BALLET MONTECASINO, JOHANNESBURG )RU WKH ´UVW WLPH LQ RYHU \HDUV D WHDP RI $PHULFDQ EDOOHW VWDUV ZLOO EULQJ their unique brand of classical ballet brilliance to the South African stage.

The Stars of American Ballet hail from the New York City Ballet and other distinguished American ballet companies. In addition to highlights and showpieces from the major classics such as Le Corsaire, Don Quixote, and Diana and Acteon, the gala programme also showcases works never before performed in South Africa. Adding a spectacular stamp of American ballet distinction will be works by legendary choreographer George Balanchine.

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Cook Up a Storm COOK FRANSCHHOEK, FRANSCHHOEK Getting back to basics is the biggest food trend for 2014, and will feature strongly at this year’s Cook Franschhoek. This annual foodie event caters for cooks and food lovers of all types, with interactive and exclusive hands-on demo kitchens that will be focusing on such themes as locally produced (direct from the farm to the table), artisanal bakeries, smoked PHDWV FRRNLQJ RYHU D ´UH DQG SLFNOLQJ IHUPHQWLQJ DQG SUHVHUYLQJ 0RVW of the demonstrations will include a beautifully prepared meal, paired with a Franschhoek wine. This is the perfect opportunity to interact with the resident chefs and winemakers, as well as to master the art of intricate dishes. The groups are kept small to allow for one-on-one interaction.

Booking for all demonstrations is essential and can be done via www.webtickets.co.za.

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Tantalising Talks ONE&ONLY CAPE TOWN’S GUEST SPEAKER SERIES, CAPE TOWN Following the success of the 2013 series of fascinating adventurers, raconteurs, survivors, and mavericks speaking at One&Only Cape Town, the resort is pleased to announced their second season of guest speaker sessions. This year, One&Only Cape Town invites guests to a fascinating line-up of evening talks, followed by a mouth-watering dinner at Reuben’s. From stories of the intricacies of trailing Great White sharks in their natural habitat, to tales of taming the Congo on a 3,000 km journey on foot, and polar bear encounters in the North Pole, the line-up promises to inspire and captivate listeners. In June, author and animal welfare advocate Joanne Lefson will be giving two talks centred on amazing animal journeys. The cost per person is R275 per talk.

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Fungi Foraging DELHEIM’S WILD MUSHROOM HUNTS STELLENBOSCH Join a small group of avid fungi foragers, eccentric hobbyists and amateur mycologists when Delheim Estate hosts its exclusive Wild Mushroom Hunts.

Delheim’s Nora Sperling-Thiel welcomes foraging fans to join her and Gary Goldman – an enthusiastic mushroom expert and cultivator – for a walk on the “wild side� on this legendary Stellenbosch wine estate to indulge in some mushroom magic. The day starts with an insightful lecture on wild mushrooms, followed by an excursion through the pine forest on the farm to get up close and personal with the edible and poisonous mushrooms on the estate. After working up an appetite hunting for varieties ranging from pinerings to ceps, guests will be rewarded with a mouth-watering mushroomthemed buffet in Delheim’s historic Vat Cellar. Tickets cost R350 per person, and can be booked by emailing info@delheim.com.

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Rocking the Garden OLD MUTUAL MUSIC AT THE LAKE, THE DURBAN BOTANICAL GARDENS The Old Mutual Music at the Lake series will be featuring SAMA award winning band The Parlotones in June. The Parlotones have achieved multiplatinum status in this country and are one of South Africa’s proudest exports. They experiment with the sound and structure of their songs, incorporating traditional folk structures with modern rock sounds. Hosted at the Durban Botanical Gardens, the show starts at 14h30 and makes for a chilled Sunday afternoon outing. Drinks, cooler boxes and picnic baskets are welcome and the KidZone will keep the little ones entertained. //WWW.WEBTICKETS.CO.ZA 6

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A Celebration of South African Arts HERMANUS FYNARTS, HERMANUS Visitors can expect an exciting line-up of South African visual and performing arts at this year’s Hermanus FynArts. The programme is tailor-made for discerning visitors who value a wide UDQJH RI DUWV LQWHOOHFWXDO VWLPXODWLRQ JUHDW ZLQH DQG ´QH GLQLQJ all packaged in a programme that is varied and entertaining.

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Surf’s Up! THE DURBAN SURF CARNIVAL, DURBAN The 12th edition of this popular annual event will once again take place at the New Pier Beach in Durban in June, and will include the SUPSA SA 6WDQG XS 3DGGOH 6XU´QJ &KDPSV which are being hosted in Durban for an unprecedented third year. Other events include Naish SUPSA Racing, which is a new discipline to the event, DQG WKH .=1/6$ /RQJERDUG 6XU´QJ &RPSHWLWLRQ DV ZHOO DV WKH )RUJRWWHQ 6RXO 5HWUR 6XU´QJ FRPSHWLWLRQ ZKHUH VXUIHUV ZLOO ULGH VXUIERDUGV PDQXIDFWXUHG LQ WKH ­V DQG ­V 7KHUH ZLOO DOVR EH D IUHH VXU´QJ FOLQLF KRVWHG E\ 0DG 'RJ 6XUI $FDGHP\ DQG D IUHH 61$3 6+27 3KRWRJUDSKLF &RPSHWLWLRQ %RWK DUH RSHQ WR the general public to participate in. //HTTP://DURBANSURFCARNIVAL.BLOGSPOT.COM

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BITS & PIECES The Way to Dad’s Heart Spoil Dad this Father’s Day (15th June) with Amarula’s great premium gifting offers from liquor outlets such as Makro, Ultra Liquors, and Pick n Pay Liquor. There is a nifty lantern pack (about R150) that comes with a 750 ml bottle of Amarula and a cylindrical lantern that is designed to house a candle. Amarula is also presented in a beautiful tin for R120, or boxed with two premium glasses (available for around R140). If Dad is a chocolate lover, you can also buy him some delicious Amarula chocolates (R42 for a box of ten), which are available from major retailers nationwide.

A Golfing Getaway Escape to Fancourt this winter for just R1,265 per person per night, for a two-night stay, including your choice of either a round of golf, a spa treatment, or a dinner at one of the estate’s three restaurants included.

Guests booking the Tee Off in Paradise package will also enjoy a generous English breakfast daily, as well as complimentary access to the heated Roman Bath at the Fancourt Spa, the high-tech gymnasium at the Sports and Leisure Centre, Fancourt’s tennis courts and the driving range at the Golf Academy. Those opting for a round of golf can tee-off at either the 2XWHQLTXD RU 0RQWDJX JROI FRXUVH %HVLGHV JRO´QJ WKH HVWDWH DOVR RIIHUV mountain biking, horse riding, picnics, walks, and hikes. This package is valid until 31st October 2014, for South African residents only. For reservations, email Reservations@fancourt.co.za.

A Walk on the Wild Side Wilderness Safaris Pafuri Walking Trails are open for the 2014 season, offering one of South Africa’s most unique and pristine walking experiences in the private Makuleke Concession in the northern Kruger National Park. The interpretive three-night, four-day trails which run from April to October each year take place in Kruger’s remote northern area. It is a magical place blessed with exceptional biodiversity, spectacular scenery, and abundant wildlife. Led by highly skilled guides and trackers, the trails follow paths made over aeons

by Pafuri’s animal inhabitants. Accommodating a maximum of eight guests in four walk-in, en suite dome tents, the trails camp offers a comfortable base from which to explore this diverse 24,000 hectare concession. The Wilderness Safaris Residents Programme caters to all African residents and offers SUHIHUHQWLDO DFFRPPRGDWLRQ UDWHV GLVFRXQWHG :LOGHUQHVV $LU FKDUWHU ¾LJKWV and special offers. For more information, email residents@wilderness.co.za.

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BITS & PIECES Luxurious Lace After ruling the runways this year, lace is making its move on jewellery in styles referencing vintage glamour and boudoir luxe. Delicate and demure, or passionate and sensual, lace has timeless appeal. Pandora’s sparkling new Lace Collection beautifully captures this ultra-feminine trend.

The collection is characterised by airy, open weaves and scalloped edges of sterling silver which have been embellished with micro-set pave cubic zirconia, lending sophisticated sheen to these antique-inspired pieces. Pandora jewellery is available in Johannesburg at Sandton, Eastgate, and Fourways malls, and in Pretoria at Brooklyn, Menlyn Park, and Woodlands malls. In Cape Town it is available at the V&A Waterfront and Canal Walk, and in KwaZulu-Natal at the La Lucia Mall and the Pavilion, as well as at selected Edgars stores and jewellers in South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Mauritius. //WWW.PANDORA.NET

A Host of Leisure Options Gooderson Leisure, with its heritage of hospitality spanning over 50 years, is the holiday destination or conference venue for those seeking good value and good fun in 2014. The group owns and manages nine leisure destinations, as well as a number of timeshare options in KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, and Gauteng, thus offering guests the choice to experience the very best of WKH EHDFK %HUJ EXVK RU EDWWOH´HOGV 5HVRUWV LQFOXGH WKH OLNHV RI the Tropicana Hotel in Durban, Drakensberg Gardens Spa & Golf Resort in the Southern Drakensberg, the Natal Spa & Hot Springs in Paulpietersberg, Sanrock Resort & Conference Centre in Limpopo, Kloppenheim Country Estate in Dullstroom, DumaZulu Lodge and Traditional Village and Bushlands Game Lodge (both in Hluhulwe) and Fabz Garden Hotel and Conference Centre in Fourways.

//WWW.GOODERSONLEISURE.CO.ZA Get Your Priorities Straight The Priority Travel Club is a free online travel club which offers members access to exclusive deals, as well as useful travel tips and free advice. The Priority Travel Club offers members added value, which may include a complimentary bottle of champagne on arrival, a complimentary tourist activity or tour, a complimentary spa treatment, or a free room upgrade. There are also special offers available which may include discounted rates or promotional rates on standard rooms, discounted rates on additional travellers, discounted rates on upgrades and complimentary additional room nights. Members can register through the Priority Travel website.

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WINE FOR WINTER TIME The recently released 2010 Merlot from Hartenberg Estate is perfect for the cold winter weather. A hand crafted wine, with each vineyard carefully selected and the grapes hand-picked early in the morning to ensure the best quality, the 2010 Merlot is silky and elegant, displaying long lasting, prominent EODFN DQG UHG IUXLW ÂľDYRXUV ZLWK KLQWV of vanilla and plum. It is a superb wine to enjoy on its own, or paired with

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Almost everything is made on the premises, from the bread to the bacon. Diners will be spoilt for choice with various starters, mains and desserts to choose from, with a two course meal for just R240 or a three course meal for only R280. Both options also include a glass of award-winning Kleine Zalze wine. With an inviting ´UHSODFH DQG ZDUP NQRZOHGJHDEOH VHUYLFH 7HUURLU LV the place to dine this winter.

The Winter Special will be available until 30th September. To reserve a table, email restaurant@kleinezalze.co.za.

CHOCOLATE TEA BY THE SEA The Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa is turning its popular “Tea by the Seaâ€? High Tea into a chocolate feast this winter that is sure to impress any chocoholic. The new “Chocolate Tea by the Seaâ€? will be available until the end of July, and will take on a decidedly chocolaty theme, with everything from chocolate cupcakes with lime butter cream and orange and chocolate macaroons, to chocolate crĂŠmeux and chocolate brownies. A selection of delicate finger sandwiches will provide a welcome savoury contrast to the sweet temptations, while almond frangipane, vanilla panna cotta, and freshly baked scones with cream will round off the sweet offering. Guests will be able to enjoy these treats together with the finest selection of fragrant teas and coffees, or a cup of steaming hot chocolate. The Chocolate Tea by the Sea will be served daily. Email restaurants@12apostles.co.za to book.

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FIFA FESTIVITIES THE 2014 FIFA WORLD CUP BRAZIL TEXT: STUART WAINWRIGHT IMAGES © 123RF

Brazil, the world’s fifth largest country by land and population size, is also the record holder for the most FIFA World Cup wins: five. Seeing as there have only been 19 FIFA World Cups since its inception in 1930, it is quite appropriate that the 2014 FIFA World Cup will be hosted in Brazil. From 12th June until 13th July, the best football nations in the world will compete in a jampacked schedule to crown the world champions.

While every FIFA World Cup is a celebration, somehow I think this one may be a little different. Beach parties, festive city streets, and football fanatics from Brasilia to Rio de Janeiro could put this year’s event on par with South Africa’s utterly epic 2010 World Cup (if we do say so ourselves). Though we put on a good show four years ago, sadly Bafana Bafana didn’t qualify this time round.

Regardless, there are plenty of reasons to be flying across the globe if you’re a football fan. The Brazilian passion for football and its flamboyant people, mixed with the greatest sporting event in the world, will ensure that FIFA World Cup Brazil will be remembered for a long time to come. No doubt the pricey tickets will be worth it if you’re lucky enough to have them in hand. Over 600,000 fans are expected

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to swarm to Brazil to experience the South American football culture, and as many as 700 million will tune in to watch the final from across the world.

On the field, teams from 32 nations will have to adjust quickly to the sweltering Brazilian temperatures and the hot afternoon kick-off times. Brazil’s climate varies considerably from the tropical north, with temperatures averaging 25 °C, to the temperate zones, with temperatures of up to 40 °C. The coastal cities of Rio de Janeiro (where the final will be held), Recife and Salvador can get extremely hot, while plateau cities, which will also host matches, such as São Paulo (the first port of call for the opening ceremony), Brasília and Belo Horizonte have mild climates. And with stadiums spread across this vast country, many

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teams will also have to contend with hectic travel schedules between games.

Every one of the previous winning nations will be in Brazil this year, which means that the group stages will be fascinating to watch, and few teams have an easy road to the knockout stages. One of the only exceptions is Brazil themselves, who are a global favourite, whether playing on home ground or not. The home ground advantage shouldn’t be sniffed at, though, as at least six host countries have won the FIFA World Cup before.

Argentina will undoubtedly provide footage for the highlights video with an exciting attack that can score goals from the smallest of gaps.

The German defence will provide stubborn opposition, but do they have the finesse to score the goals required to win? Finally, the defending champions, Spain, have put together a strong team in all aspects. Each with a style of their own, Brazil, Argentina, Germany, and Spain are firm favourites with the bookies.

Unfortunately, while everything appears set for a great event, behind the scenes all is not well.

Earlier this year FIFA President Sepp Blatter was quoted as saying: “Brazil just found out what the scale of work means and has started work much too late. No country has been so far behind in preparations since I have been at FIFA, even though it is the only nation which has had so much time – seven years – in which to prepare.”

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won’t be ready for the kick-off. This has fuelled the fire for many Brazilians, as they feel that their government is mismanaging funds. With this said, the Brazilian population will benefit from a number of improvements long after the crowds have gone, including new stadiums, a new nationwide bus fleet, improved airports, 4,300 km of renewed highways, improved rail services, and new hotels. All of this will come in handy when Brazil hosts the Summer Olympics in 2016.

Undoubtedly, some visitors have started to worry about their safety amidst the political instability, but FIFA has ensured fans that there will be one police officer for every 50 spectators at matches, as well as state-of-the-art unmanned security robots and facial recognition systems.

If unrest concerns visitors, then it is probably best that they get out of the cities and head to the real highlights of Brazil: the wetlands, beaches, small colonial towns, and of course the famous Amazon Rainforest and River.

But no trip to Brazil would be complete without a visit to Rio de Janeiro, sipping caipirinhas on the beaches of Copacabana, Ipanema, and Leblon. For a true taste of culture, the bohemian neighbourhood of Santa Teresa offers arty cafés and colonial charm. Cristo Redentor (the statue of Christ overlooking Rio de Janeiro) is the South American equivalent of the Eiffel Tower or Statue of Liberty, and is an absolute must-see. Whether visitors arrive to see the football or not, they are in for the party of a lifetime in Brazil!

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Tumi Molekane A GLOBAL MUSICAL EXPEDITION

BY A LEGEND IN THE MAKING TEX T: MOHLOMI MAUBAN E I MA G E S © T UMI MOLE K AN E

It was once said that you can’t build castles in the sky, and judging by the journey he has travelled thus far, poet and songwriter Tumi Molekane has laid a solid foundation for a voyage of which the destination has the potential to be unparalleled.

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Born Boitumelo Molekane 35 years ago in Mogorogo, Tanzania, his country of birth was not a choice. His parents – Ellen Molekane and Mandla Msibi – were forced to leave South Africa because they were labelled terrorists by the government of the day. Political activism during Apartheid is often romanticised, and yet Tumi’s father died when Tumi was just nine months old, poisoned by the oppressors who were among those he was striving to liberate. It is a loss Tumi narrates dispassionately, assumingly not seeking to play the son-of-amartyr protagonist. His evolution, however, is a story worth telling on its own.

“My mom and I lived all over the continent, always moving around. The enduring memory of being in exile is that in all that travelling, all we were striving for was to return home,” he says as he sits across from me at a restaurant in Newtown, Johannesburg. The nonchalance with which he recounts this background betrays the displacement it caused.

For example, when asked about his formal education, the only definite answer is the first school he attended: Two Tops in Lusaka, Zambia.

All else is skidded over with a casualness that is betrayed by an aura that implies: “I don’t want to go there.” By 1991, Tumi and his mother were back in South Africa, staying in Central West Jabavu, Soweto. “It was difficult to acclimatise. I was called names, kwerekwere (foreigner), and so forth. The family did all they could to help me assimilate, but you don’t spend most of your time with family. You are either at school or on the street.” It was only when they moved to Berea in inner city Joburg that Tumi eventually adapted.

“Hip-hop helped a lot. I met this guy called Zweli Badela. Initially it was about lending each other CDs, and it grew organically from there to us forming our own crew, Database. Zweli was an IT guy, and his reasoning was that we are keepers of information, hence the name.”

In the midst of their metamorphosis, Zweli tragically lost his father and had to temporarily relocate to the Eastern Cape. When he returned to Johannesburg, the duo could not rekindle the chemistry they once had. Tumi then gravitated to

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poetry, no doubt inspired by Joburg’s burgeoning underground spoken word scene.

A chance meeting at a gig in Bassline with a collective called 340 ml led to the formation of Tumi and the Volume. The Mozambican crew were the resident band at the venue, and the collaboration between the two acts was to lead to world tours. “We rocked at Oppikoppi and the organisers liked our stuff and organised for us to perform in Norway at the Quartz Festival with Coldplay, Massive Attack, The Roots… It was the coolest thing. It was in Norway that we realised that the world is our oyster, South Africa was not big enough.”

Tumi and the Volume went on to rock crowds around the world. From parties at the South African Embassy in London and Roman Abramovich’s brother’s party on a private island in Greece, to a six-month tour of Canada, global superstardom seemed to be in their reach.

“Look, we were learning as we went. It was a first experience for everybody, so it’s only through the benefit of hindsight that we can say perhaps we could have done things this way or that way.”

Tumi and the Volume recorded three albums: Live at the Bassline; Tumi and the Volume and Pick a Dream. In the midst of all that, Tumi also released two solo albums, while 340 ml also produced albums on their own. The collective was supposed to start recording a fourth album in January 2013, but it was not in them anymore.

“We had run a good race. The album title was there, everything was set, but when we asked each other, no one felt like doing this anymore, so we parted ways.”

Tumi now runs his own record label, Motif Records, and has a crystal clear vision of where he wants to go. “I do music for everyone; I don’t want to be confined to the ‘other’ anymore. I am tired of being stereotyped as the alternative act or the intellectual act. Bob Marley rocked the whole world without having to compromise himself or his style. That is where I am looking at going”.

His talent undisputed, and with his obligatory dues paid, it’s a goal that is very much within his grasp, considering the journey he has travelled thus far.

It was ’76 Tumi’s iconic song ’76 speaks of the Soweto Uprising of the same year, an event that we mark every year on 16th June, National Youth Day. His lyrics are particularly poignant, as you can see from the excerpt below: “It was ’76; the street blew in ebony mist I'm treading it swift, and running past where Hector got hit Bullets rang, several kids ran Better not flinch; I catch a glimpse of this bastard Running past us with a gas mask Chucking tear gas cans And hit you like anthrax I carry a brick-load of Black wrath in my stats Hit him with a slab, he drops His rifle and flashlight Walk towards him, he’s bleeding My face hardens, grab his gun As the crowd overlooking us Take it from him, the place is humming, This mother's gonna pay for something For chasing and gunning, and making martyrs outta young ‘uns"

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Will Edgecum explores the soaring heights and the hidden mysteries of South Africa’s mighty peaks.

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Few places live up to their names as well as the uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park. uKhahlamba means “Barrier of Spears”, while Drakensberg means “Dragon Mountains”. Stand anywhere below the escarpment looking up at these jagged, snow-tipped peaks, and the range is certainly a barrier, and if dragons existed, one can’t help feeling that this is where they would choose to live.

Extending over 243,000 hectares, the uKhahlambaDrakensberg Park is a World Heritage Site. It spans 150 km and has an average altitude of 3,000 metres. It’s a place of many moods – game grazes on alpine grasslands, forests hug steep valleys, rocky gorges tumble steeply, the wind whips past bare cliff faces, and on still mornings the view from up high seems to go on forever.

Peace, Adventure and More The views and scenery is the main attraction, and the area is most popular for its hiking trails, which attract everyone from novice amblers to hardcore trail runners. Whatever pace you’re comfortable with, the park offers a range of hiking trails on the upper and lower slopes leading past overnight caves, crystal clear

pools, and forested clefts. Your best bet is to get a map of the trails on offer and to plan your route in advance.

Most maps should include estimated walking times and difficulty, as well as what you can expect to see along the way. If you can tear your eyes away from the horizon, you should also keep an eye out for the 290 species of birds and 48 species of mammals in the park, including leopard, black-backed jackal, chacma baboons and the massive and magnificent eland.

If you can stand the icy waters, river and dam fly-fishing for trout is available throughout the area.

Excellent river fishing is found at Injisuthi, Cobham, Giants Castle and Lotheni, while dam fishing can be done at Kamberg, Royal Natal and Highmoor.

If adrenaline is more your thing, the area is gaining popularity as a mountain biking destination. Cathedral Peak, Lotheni Valley and Giants Castle have some excellent trails which range in difficulty and length.

As with any area with steep rock faces, abseiling and mountain climbing are also very popular, and during the winter months when the rivers swell and run quickly, white water rafting sees visitors tackle large rapids and fast flowing channels.

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habitation, the area has a rich cultural history. The San roamed these slopes for eons and have left behind tens of thousands of paintings depicting their lives on rock faces and in caves all over the park.

There’s an excellent rock art centre at Kamberg, with guided walks to Game Pass shelter, one of the richest repositories of rock art in the Drakensberg.

Useful Contacts Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife: Call +27 33 845 1000 or visit www.kznwildlife.com Drakensberg Tourism: Call +27 36 448 1557 or visit www.drakensberg.org.za

In a Tent or a Suite The area’s accommodation is as diverse as its scenery, with everything from caves to five-star hotels available in which to rest your weary head. Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife offers a fantastic range of campsites, caravanning, self-catering chalets, and luxury lodges at Chelmsford, Highmoor, Injisuthi, Lotheni, Monks Cowl and Royal Natal. They also have a list of caves available for overnighting in, but you’ll need to book these well in advance. Some caves sleep only two people, while others can accommodate large groups, but all give you an intimate experience with nature as you bed down in the dark and quiet, and wake up to the most spectacular dawn.

Sleeping in a cave isn’t for everyone, so if you want a comfortable or luxurious weekend away, there are loads of B&Bs, hotels and spas to choose from, from quaint country cottages to plush golf resorts. If you’ll be in the area for a few days, it’s worth driving into the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, which is packed with restaurants, galleries, and craft shops selling everything from cheese and leather shoes to pottery and antiques.

Whatever your interests, the Drakensberg really is a place to unwind and let the stress seep out of you.

Whether that means adventuring or sitting back in an armchair with a good book and a glass of wine, you’ve come to the right place.

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No one likes to think about safety precautions while on holiday, but as with any remote location, it pays to be prepared in the ’Berg if you’re going to be hiking or spending a fair amount of time outdoors.

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L`] o]Yl`]j [Yf [`Yf_] ]plj]e]dq ima[cdq$ ^jge bright sunshine to mist, snow or thunderstorms.

Carry a warm jacket, torch, and emergency food, no matter the conditions or length of your hike.

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For the Young and Free THE YOUTHFUL CITIES INDEX

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If you are young and you live in Africa, then Johannesburg is the land of opportunity, according to the Youthful Cities Index.

The index, released by Canadian NGO Youthful Cities, ranked Johannesburg 14th out of 100 global cities, and ahead of four other African cities: Cairo (21), Lagos (23), Nairobi (24) and Kinshasa (25).

The first Youthful Cities Index ranked the world’s top cities using 16 aspects of city life, across three broad sections: Live, Work, and Play. People between the ages of 15 and 29 are considered to be youth, and thousands from across the globe voted for the 2014 list.

It is the first comprehensive list to measure the liveability of the world’s cities from the perspective, expectations and demands of the youth population.

The list of characteristics rated included civic participation, employment, diversity, safety, mental health, food, and nightlife. Toronto, Youthful City 2014, scored in the top five in nine of the categories measured.

Johannesburg was voted the sixth most diverse city in the world and was the highest placed African

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city in six other categories. The one category it did not fare well in was youth entrepreneurship: It was ranked 18th globally, but was the fourth ranked African city. Lagos, fourth globally, was the best ranked African city for budding magnates.

An impressive 42 % of Johannesburg’s population is under the age of 24; the number rises to 49 % if you include the population under 34. The youth population is concentrated in the impoverished and less economically active areas of Soweto and Randfontein.

Lack of Opportunity The lack of opportunities for Johannesburg’s youth is an issue the city has already taken steps to remedy along with its social partners: The Youth Employment Accord commits the city to creating five million jobs by 2020; the Industrial Development Corporation has set aside R1 billion from its Gro-E fund to make low-interest rate loans available to youth-owned or youth-focused enterprises; and Patrice Motsepe’s Motsepe Foundation has set aside R100 million for youth co-operatives and enterprises.

Former Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe pointed out at the launch of the accord: “Youth employment is the only way we will continue to grow the economy, and we need all stakeholders to buy into the idea that they have key roles to play in growing employment opportunities.”

Youthful Cities and its partner, branding agency Decode, used interviews and statistical data mining to compile the index. Toronto topped the list, ahead of Berlin and New York. The Canadian city was voted the most diverse, with high levels of youth employment and digital access. Respondents also rated the nightlife in the city as being varied enough to be interesting for its entire youth population.

Analysis of the research results make for interesting reading. Asian and Latin American youth are very involved in environmental sustainability projects in their cities, while more developed North American, Asian, and European cities topped the lists in economic status, financial and digital access.

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Civic Participation African and Latin American youth all scored in the top 10 for civic participation with Nairobi (4th), Cairo (5th), Johannesburg (7th) and Lagos (10th). Like the other African cities, Johannesburg scored badly in digital access, regional and global connectivity, and education. But Johannesburg’s diversity (6th) and fashion and art (2nd) pushed the city up the global ranking. The city’s votes in the categories of Play and Live landed the metropolis 8th and 10th respectively.

Civically minded young people like Thulani Madondo, Director of the Kliptown Youth Programme, are the kind of people who are working to make the lives of their fellow citizens better.

Lifelong Kliptown resident Madondo’s programme offers academic support, meals, and after-school activities to 400 children.

Youthful Cities pushes to include young people in governmental conversations on how to develop cities, and uses interviews with young people in major cities, as well as statistical data to rate the importance of each aspect to youth in each city.

The index was created to start the conversation about youths’ role in cities, says Robert Barnard, co-founder of Youthful Cities. “Young people aren’t as included in the conversation about where cities are going, and this needs to change. The future of cities is not only in the hands of the youth, but it really is the youth.”

The aim of the index is to provide youth with a list of cities where their fellow young citizens are involved in the give and take of power. According to the United Nations, the wellbeing of the planet rests with the youth population. Empowering them, it says, will spur economic, political and social growth.

“As witnessed in the Arab region and elsewhere, young people can serve as potent drivers of transformation. We can no longer afford to overlook the potential gains from placing youth at the centre of development,” says Sima Bahous, of the UN Development Programme.

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A City in Bloom BLOEMFONTEIN T E XT: WIL L E DGCU M BE IMAGE S © T H E N AT ION AL M U SE U M , OL IEWENHUIS ART MU SE U M , T H E CH E E TAH E XPE RIE N CE

An oasis in the Free State’s grassland, Bloemfontein offers more than just meets the eye.

Popularly known as the “City of Roses”, and with a name that literally means “fountain of flowers” in Dutch, Bloemfontein is as green and beautiful as its name suggests. It’s a great pity, then, that it doesn’t quite get the recognition it deserves as a destination. But it also means that those who visit can enjoy the best of a beautiful place without fighting the crowds. Bloemfontein is a very relaxed and stress-free place, without the so-called rat race.

Its streets are wide and lined with trees, its people friendly and warm, and it is home to excellent parks and museums.

A Green City Set as it is in the dry grasslands of the Free State province, Bloemfontein is generally not thought of as being a green city, but in fact it is one of only two cities in the world which has a wildlife reserve within its city limits (the other being Hong Kong). The 250 hectare Franklin Game Reserve is set in the heart of the city and incorporates Naval Hill, the top of which affords a fantastic view of the city. The reserve is home to giraffe, zebra,

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blue wildebeest, and a variety of bird species. On the eastern side of Naval Hill you will also find the “White Horse”, a sculpture created during the Anglo-Boer War out of white painted rocks. Legend has it that it was used as a direction marker for the British cavalry.

One wouldn’t expect to find cheetah, lion or leopard on the outskirts of a city, but just five minutes from the centre of Bloemfontein is the Cheetah Experience, a big cat rehabilitation centre where visitors can get up close and personal with some of South Africa’s most iconic carnivores.

The centre’s main aim is to breed cheetahs and then release them into the wild, and it offers a range of tours, educational talks, and volunteer opportunities.

Rich Culture, Turbulent Past The bloody Anglo-Boer War was fought from 11th October 1899 until 31st May 1902 and saw the independent Boer republics, namely the Orange Free State and the South African Republic, clash with the British, who controlled the Cape.

Bloemfontein’s Anglo-Boer War Museum tells the full story of the war using dioramas, exhibits, and an art collection, and aims to convey the circumstances and results of this tragic war.

The Women’s Memorial on the same site as the museum commemorates the thousands of Boer women and children who lost their lives in British concentration camps.

Bloemfontein’s National Museum, an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, dates back to 1877 and focuses on natural history, cultural history, and art, and includes 13 research departments, an art museum, a library, and a

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number of satellite museums. The museum’s permanent exhibitions include an Anthropology Hall with ten ethnological displays reflecting the region’s rich and diverse cultural heritage, a Palaeontology Hall depicting the evolution of life on Earth, a fantastic solar system display, as well as live displays of snakes, crayfish, crabs, and even cockroaches.

Oliewenhuis Art Museum, a satellite of the National Museum, is set in a Neo-Dutch style mansion which previously served as the residence for South Africa’s State Presidents during their official visits to Bloemfontein. The museum’s permanent collection includes works by important early South African artists, including Jan Ernst Volschenk, Thomas Baines, Jacob Hendrik Pierneef and Willem Coetzer, as well as an extensive body of contemporary South African art. Temporary exhibitions are also regularly held in the main building and the gorgeous underground Reservoir Gallery. The lovely gardens are home to an outdoor sculpture park and the “African Carousel”, an interactive work of art which seeks to introduce children to art in a fun way.

History and architecture buffs can also enjoy themselves just driving (or walking) around the city and taking in some of the city’s significant buildings, which include the Old Presidency, the Supreme Court, the Fourth Raadsaal, and the City Hall.

First Page: With a collection that encompasses natural and cultural history, as well as a number of satellite museums, the National Museum makes for a fascinating visit This Page Top: Oliewenhuis Art Museum is a haven for art lovers, with collections of contemporary works, pieces from important early South African artists and even an outdoor sculpture garden which is sure to entrance younger visitors Next Page Top: Although it focuses mainly on its namesake, visitors to the Cheetah Experience can also get up close and personal with many other animals, including meerkats, lions and lynxes

Rest your Head Bloemfontein is a place of traditional values and warm hospitality, with a range of homely B&Bs and excellent hotels. The four-star Franklin View Guesthouse is set on the northern slopes of Naval Hill, and boasts fantastic views and

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comfortable suites equipped with WiFi, air conditioning, and LCD TVs. For a special getaway, the five-star Anta Boga Hotel offers luxurious Balinese-themed rooms with fabulous furnishings and 24-hour room service.

A Hot Country One of the city’s most famous sons was JRR Tolkien, author of The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings, who was born in Bloemfontein on 3rd January 1892. He lived in the city until the death of his father, Arthur Tolkien, when JRR was only three, whereupon his family moved to England.

Tolkien wrote that his earliest memories were of “a hot country”.

Useful Contacts Free State Tourism: Call +27 51 411 4300 or visit www.freestatetourism.org Cheetah Experience: Call +27 72 905 3457 or visit www.cheetahexperience.com Franklin Game Reserve: Call +27 51 412 7016 Oliewenhuis Art Museum and Gallery and The National Museum: Call +27 51 447 9609 or visit www.nasmus.co.za Franklin View Guesthouse: Call +27 83 262 1245 or visit www.franklinview.co.za Anta Boga Hotel: Call +27 51 444 4647 or visit www.antaboga.co.za

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MAVERICK MOGULS

RECOGNISING YOUNG BUSINESS GENIUS

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“Here’s to the crazy ones, the misfits, the rebels, the troublemakers, the round pegs in the square holes,” said the late Steve Jobs. “The ones who see things differently – they’re not fond of rules... You can quote them, disagree with them, glorify or vilify them, but the only thing you can’t do is ignore them, because they change things.” For the first time in South Africa, the entrepreneurial skills of the country’s young people will be celebrated by new awards exclusively for businesspeople under the age of 35.

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The Maverick Awards – a project of youth development consultancy Under 35 Mavericks in partnership with Brand South Africa, Wits Business School, the Centre for Entrepreneurship and Intel – seek to recognise and reward the hard-nosed genius of established young South African entrepreneurs with prizes of up to R1 million.

The Maverick Awards are open to ten categories of young entrepreneurs aged 18 to 35. They must operate their enterprises within the borders of South Africa, and must have been in business for at least three years, with a minimum annual turnover of R1 million.

Driving Job Creation “The Maverick Awards seek to carve out a space for young entrepreneurs to be the ‘wind’ that drives the sails of our job creation and economic growth endeavours,” says Bokang Seritsane, founder of Under 35 Mavericks. “In a country where a significant proportion of the young population is without employment or sustainable economic opportunity, it is imperative to acknowledge youth success and unleash new role models who can inspire numerous other young South Africans to be the creators of their own destinies.”

The awards will be launched in June, South Africa’s annual Youth Month. They aim to boost the development of a new generation of young, innovative South African entrepreneurs.

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significantly to the economy, so helping to improve the lives of South Africa’s people.

“Innovation has become the blueprint of sustainable entrepreneurial success, handsomely rewarding those that embrace it by affording them creative disruption ability, market access, competitiveness, growth, and ultimately grand success,” says Seritsane.

Under 35 Mavericks plan to roll out initiatives to help young entrepreneurs in the critical areas of: market access; creativity and value innovation for sustainable competitive advantage; business growth strategy; marketing for growth in depressed economies; leadership for entrepreneurs; investor readiness; as well as value asset creation.

The awards ceremony for the inaugural Maverick Awards will take place on 13th June at Emperor’s Palace in Johannesburg. For more information, visit www.under35mavericks.com, follow @under35maverick on Twitter, or visit Under 35 Mavericks on Facebook.

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A Destined Legacy BROWNS CELEBRATES 80 YEARS IN THE JEWELLERY BUSINESS Tex t & Im a g e s © Br o wns T h e Dia mo n d Sto r e

For the Browns brothers, following in their grandfather’s footsteps was never an obligation, but rather the starting point of a destined legacy. From a single boutique in downtown Johannesburg in the 1930s, fast forward 80 years, and Browns The Diamond Store has solidified its position as South Africa’s leading diamond jeweller.

Larry and Gavin Brown have worked tirelessly over the years to take what their grandfather, Jack Friedman, taught them, and to transform the family legacy into something he would be proud of. “Our fascination with jewellery dates back to a time when we were

barely tall enough to see over our grandfather’s work bench,” remembers Gavin.

Grandfather Jack opened his first jewellery and watch boutique in downtown Johannesburg in 1934, where he worked relentlessly to provide for his son and three daughters. Both Larry and

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Gavin have vivid memories of their grandfather sitting at his work bench poring over carefully selected collections of diamonds that shone like tiny stars. Having spent most of their childhood under the watchful apprenticeship of a master goldsmith such as Jack, the brothers were taught the delicate craft of creating fine jewellery along with a keen sense of business, both of which have been invaluable in ensuring their success in the jewellery industry.

Born to Jack Friedman’s youngest daughter, Myra, and her husband, Bernard Brown, Larry and Gavin inherited their mother’s share of Jack’s business, which they subsequently merged with their cousin’s share.

Larry explains: “Our Browns Mandela Square store was in fact one of the original Friedman stores. When the time came to separate the business, we opted to use our own name, Brown, in order to avoid confusion. Hence, Browns The Diamond Store was born. Our work ethic is firmly founded on a strong base of family values.

However, we have managed to turn a ‘mom and pop’ boutique into an international brand. This is something we’re really proud of.”

In 2013 Browns made their UK debut by opening their first international store in the prestigious Westfield Mall near London. This was a goal the brothers had set years ago. “Everyone at

Browns shared this vision and when our London doors first opened, it was an incredibly special moment for us all,” says Gavin.

One of the greatest benefits of success is the ability to give back to society and the brothers take this responsibility very seriously. They currently run a Jewellery Academy wh ere young apprentices are given the opportunity to train under the company’s most skilled master craftsmen. This gives them the invaluable opportunity to gain work experience and earn a salary while in training. Recently their long standing partnership with Carte Blanche has also seen Browns contributing R1 million to the building of a paediatric burns unit in Kalafong Hospital just outside Pretoria.

With stores around the country, Browns The Diamond Store is a truly South African household name. Couples from all around the world have declared their love and celebrated their most precious moments with a unique and carefully designed piece from Browns. With a new flagship store in Gauteng’s grande dame of shopping centres, Hyde Park Corner, soon to open, the success the brothers have found looks destined to carry on for generations to come.

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Redesigning the Mother City Text: t: Keith Bain Images es Š Andrew Andre Brown, Heatherwick Studio & World Design Capital 2014

As World Design Capital 2014, South Africaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s oldest city has set itself the task of bringing to life its hopes for an integrated society.

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Construction cranes are a permanent feature along Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard. Here, some of the continent’s priciest real estate is divvied into snug, cliff-hugging plots, and along with the wine-besotted estates of Constantia, Stellenbosch and Franschhoek, form part of the postcard-perfect image most travellers come to Cape Town for.

Yet, the opulence and splendour of fynbos-covered mountains and boulder-strewn beaches are only part of the story. It’s easy to visit Cape Town and remain blissfully ignorant of its social inequalities, missing the fact that millions live in the shantytowns and outlying ghettoes of the Cape Flats, a vast region sprawling between the city’s compact centre and the Cape’s fabled Winelands.

But the story is changing. Come to Cape Town in 2014, and you will discover a city where people are getting their hands dirty in a push to accelerate meaningful change. Cape Town has declared open season for designers and visionaries and anyone with an inkling to reimagine what the city can be. The redesign is everywhere: In coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and even on high-rise buildings, where experiments in urban beekeeping and rooftop gardening are part of a push to enhance the city’s ecosustainability. And while there are smart urban parks, slick new bus networks, cutting-edge architectural endeavours, and all manner of events and exhibits showcasing the city’s inventiveness, much of the focus for renewal is happening in socially and economically disadvantaged areas.

Back in 2011, when Cape Town was awarded the 2014 World Design Capital (WDC) appellation, many people assumed it would be about beautifying the city. And while it’s true that the designation is about getting South Africa noticed as a creative and innovative hub, what really gave Cape Town the edge in the bid for the title (wrestling it from Dublin and Bilbao) was the city’s outspoken focus on using design as a tool for transformation.

For Cape Town Design, the implementing agency tasked with pulling this yearlong endeavour together, key goals of WDC include addressing the fallout from Apartheid-era social engineering, reconnecting disparate communities, and making the city more liveable for everyone.

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what WDC means is for the city to behave as a kind of incubator for talent and ideas. So a lot of what is proposed will be works in progress, with media exposure, opportunities to attract funding, and a better chance of reaching fruition. As one local artist told me: “This is a breakthrough moment, a time for everyone to get involved with redesigning the city, and reimagining our future.”

Many of the 450 projects on the official programme address gritty problems such as low cost housing, sanitation, and improving public spaces in even the poorest communities.

A great example of this make-over sensibility is the re-blocking of an informal settlement called Mshini Wam. It involves redesigning an entire township sector to improve basic facilities and include better public spaces. The “iShack” project is bringing solar power to electricity-deprived homes, while Containers-in-the-Community is establishing classrooms and crèches in repurposed Safmarine shipping containers.

“There will be pretty things, too,” says Gugulethu Mhlungu, part of Cape Town Design’s core team.

Her favourite? “Art 54,” an open-air public art gallery along the seaboard promenade in Sea Point. “And hopefully that will become a blueprint for public art infiltrating all corners of the city,” she

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says. It’s only recently, in fact, that Cape Town’s traditionally conservative management has started to recognise the value of street art, and nurturing non-motorised activities such as cycling and skateboarding. “Beyond the Skatepark” is one funminded project proposing to convert an ugly, unused under-bridge into a skateboard arena. The project has city backing and its novel design won a major international award last year.

There are also long-term legacy projects on the burner. According to Mokena Makeka, the architect behind MoDILA, Cape Town’s envisioned Museum of Design, Innovation, Leadership & Art, urban sprawl is a major threat to the city’s economic viability. Downtown Cape Town, according to experts, needs more residents to make it truly sustainable. Far too many people commute long distances to work in the CBD, so there is a need to populate the inner-city, making it less dependent on seasonal tourism. Consequently, one WDC discussion will revolve around city densification, including a proposal to sink the main train station underground, creating more space for people to live, work, and play above it.

At the V&A Waterfront, the new Silo precinct includes No. 1 Silo, reportedly Africa’s greenest building, with seawater-cooling and a glazed double-

First Page: Once completed in 2016, the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art (MOCAA), will be Africa’s largest art museum This Page Top: The aim of World Design Capital 2014 is to encourage all residents of Cape Town to re-imagine their city and to get their creative juices flowing

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skin glass facade. Another phase of development will transform a disused 90-year-old grain silo into the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art (MOCAA), funded by Puma magnate Jochen Zeitz and overseen by acclaimed British architect Thomas Heatherwick, who revealed his plans at this year’s Design Indaba. Due to open at the end of 2016, it will be Africa’s largest art museum.

For proof that Cape Town is on the move, one has only to start poking around recently resuscitated areas like Woodstock, the Fringe, and Bree Street. These areas may not be classically pretty, but entrepreneurs with original ideas are moving in, and people are flocking here to shop, browse, eat, drink, and socialise.

“Cape Town in 2014 is a laboratory,” says Mhlungu. “We’re hoping to show that it’s a city that’s actually doing cool and exciting, but also really impactful stuff. We’d like the world to see a city that’s coming up with its own design solutions.”

For more information about the WDC 2014 programme, visit www.wdccapetown2014.com.

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En tant que Capitale Mondiale du Design en 2014, la plus vieille ville d’Afrique du Sud s’est conféré la tâche de donner corps à ses espoirs d’une société intégrée.

Les grues de chantier font constamment partie du paysage de la façade atlantique du Cap. L’immobilier y est ce qu’il y a de plus cher sur le continent et se trouve divisé en petits terrains confortables à flanc de colline, qui donnent au Cap son image carte-postale tant appréciée des touristes.

Pourtant l’opulence et la splendeur des montagnes recouvertes de fynbos et des plages jonchées de rochers ne forment qu’une petite partie du tableau. Il est trop facile de visiter le Cape sans se soucier nullement des inégalités sociales et en

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ne réalisant pas que des millions de gens vivent dans les bidonvilles urbains et dans les ghettos des Cape Flats.

Mais l’histoire est en train de changer. Si vous venez au Cap en 2014 vous découvrirez une ville dans laquelle les gens n’ont pas peur de se salir les mains pour faire changer les choses de façon concrète et significative. Les concepteurs et les visionnaires ont les coudées franches dans la ville du Cap. La restructuration est visible partout : dans les cafés, les restaurants, les bars et même dans les gratte-ciels où l’on expérimente l’élevage urbain

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d’abeilles et le jardinage sur les toits, cela visant à favoriser l’éco-durabilité de la ville. Bien que la ville ait de de beaux parcs urbains, de tous nouveaux réseaux de bus, une architecture de pointe et que toutes sortes d’évènements et d’expositions mettant à l’avant plan la créativité du Cap y soient organisé, les rénovations se focalisent principalement sur les quartiers socialement et économiquement défavorisés.

En 2011 quand le Cap reçu l’appellation de Capitale Mondiale du Design (WDC) 2014 nombreux étaient ceux qui pensaient qu’il s’agirait alors seulement d’embellir la ville. Et bien qu’il soit vrai que la désignation serve à ce que l’Afrique du Sud se fasse remarquer en tant que centre créatif et innovant, ce qui a fait la différence pour ce qui est de l’obtention du titre (Le Cap l’acquit aux dépends de Dublin et de Bilbao) c’est que la ville

veut clairement utiliser le design comme outil de transformation.

Pour l’agence Cape Town Design, qui a la charge d’organiser et de soutenir cette entreprise pendant un an, certains des objectifs du WDC sont d’aborder la question de la répercussion des manipulation sociales de l’apartheid, de reconnecter les communautés disparates et de favoriser une ville où il fait bon vivre pour tout le monde.

Un des buts principaux est de transformer la mentalité de la ville en s’assurant que les gens comprennent à quel point le design peut avoir un impact sur tous les aspects de la vie. De nombreux projets perdureront : ils auront l’avantage d’une couverture médiatique, de pouvoir attirer de nouvelles sources de financement et, de ce fait, auront une meilleure chance d’aboutir.

Un grand nombre des 450 projets faisant partie

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du programme officiel ont pour but de d’aider à résoudre des problèmes difficiles comme ceux des logements à bas prix, de l’hygiène publique, de l’amélioration des espaces publiques, et ceci, même dans les communautés les plus défavorisées.

Un des meilleurs exemples de la transformation des sensibilités est le remodelage d’un bidonville non officiel qui s’appelle Mshini Wam. Cela implique une refonte complète d’un secteur entier du bidonville ayant pour but d’améliorer les facilités de base, ceci incluant de meilleurs espaces publiques.

L’idée du projet « iShack » est d’apporter l’énergie solaire aux habitations les plus démunies tandis que le projet Conteneur-dans-la-Communauté installe des classes et des crèches dans d’exconteneurs Safmarine. « Il y aura aussi plein de jolies choses, » dit Gugulethu Mhlungu qui fait partie de l’équipe principale de Cape Town Design. Ce qui lui plait le plus ? « Art 54, » une galerie d’art publique de plein-air qui se trouve sur la promenade du front de mer de Sea Point. « Avec un peu de chance cela deviendra une référence pour que l’art publique infiltre tous les recoins de la ville, » dit-elle. Cela ne fait que peu de temps que la ville du Cap, traditionnellement conservatrice, a commencé à reconnaitre la valeur de l’art de la rue et à encourager des activités non-motorisées comme le cyclisme et l’utilisation du skateboard. « Au-delà du planchodrome » (Beyond the Skatepark) est un projet sympa qui propose de transformer une vilaine zone inutilisée se trouvant sous un pont, en un planchodrome.

On a aussi des projets de commémoration à long terme en voie d’élaboration. Selon Mokena Makeka, l’architecte à l’origine du MoDILA, musée visionnaire de design, d’innovation, de gestion et d’art du Cap, l’expansion urbaine est la plus grande menace à laquelle la ville et sa viabilité économique aient à faire face. Selon les experts, le centre-ville du Cap a besoin de se repeupler pour assurer sa durabilité. Trop de gens font de longs trajets pour

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venir travailler dans le quartier des affaires et de ce fait, il est nécessaire de repeupler le centre-ville pour qu’il dépende moins du tourisme saisonnier pour sa survie. En conséquence, un des thèmes abordés par le WDC sera celui de la densification.

Cela inclura un projet qui aurait pour but de construire une grande station de train sous-terraine ce qui créerait de l’espace en surface où les gens puissent vivre, travailler et se divertir.

Au V&A Waterfront (Front de mer du Cap) le Silo Precinct (Quartier du Silo) comprend le No.1 Silo qui serait, selon certains le bâtiment le plus écologique d’Afrique, étant muni d’un circuit de refroidissement à l’eau de mer et d’une façade ventilée en verre. Une autre phase du développement verra transformer un silo désaffecté de 90 ans en musée d’art contemporain, le Zeitz Museum of Contemporary African Art (MOCAA), financé par le magnat de Puma, Jochen Zeitz, et dont les rénovations se feront sous la direction de l’architecte anglais de renom Thomas Heatherwick.

Ce musée dont l’ouverture est prévue en 2016, sera le musée d’art le plus grand d’Afrique.

Pour prouver que Le Cap est une ville en mouvement il suffit de regarder les quartiers récemment rénovés comme ceux de Woodstock, de Fringe, et de Bree Street. Ce ne sont probablement pas des quartiers classiquement beaux mais des entrepreneurs plein d’idées originales s’y installent et les visiteurs y viennent en masse pour faire les magasins, jeter un coup d’œil, manger et boire, et passer du bon temps entre copains. « Le Cap de 2014 est un laboratoire, » dit Mhlungu. « On espère pouvoir montrer que c’est une ville qui fait dans le sympa et le stimulant, mais qui sait aussi accomplir des choses ayant un vrai impact. On aimerait bien que le monde puisse voir Le Cap comme une ville qui trouve ses propres solutions conceptuelles. » Pour plus d’informations sur le programme WDC 2014, visitez www.wdccapetown2014.com.

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OUR NATION’S BORN FREE GENERATION Text: Julia Lamberti Images © Shutterstock & Supplied

We chatted to some bright “Born Frees” about growing up in our democracy and their dreams for the future.

A Focus on the Future South Africa’s “Born Free” generation (young South Africans born into the post-Apartheid era) constitute up to 40 % of our population. Yet, they are often criticised for being apathetic, apolitical, and blissfully unaware of the struggle that gave birth to their freedom.

However, talking with students Takara Brook (19), Phetogo Siane (20), Shanice Brandt (20), Chad Johnston (20) and Mathew Lawrenson (19), revealed that many members of this generation are insightful, positive and harbour a deep love for their country. They are also determined to focus on the future instead of feeling trapped by South Africa’s painful past.

What are your thoughts as a Free Born South African on our country celebrating 20 years of democracy?

Phetogo: “I believe it is a time for celebration in our country. We are the first generation of individuals who aren’t faced with the restrictions that existed prior to the 1994 elections. As young adults we should utilise the country’s resources and really make our mark.”

Takara: “It’s absolutely amazing! I’ve grown up with primarily black friends and I cannot imagine not growing up the way I did. However, my boyfriend (Phetogo) is black and unfortunately we still experience racial problems from other individuals”.

Shanice: “I think our Born Free generation doesn’t always understand how privileged we are to be living in our country today. Being a free born also means we can never understand the past like those

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who experienced it first-hand.”

Chad: “I think we should be proud that we’ve managed to reach 20 years. Hopefully we can notch up another 20 years, and 20 more after that!”

Mathew: “Voting was pretty cool and I’m glad I got to participate in that. But at this stage, the born frees haven’t really been around long enough to make their mark on this infant democracy.”

What has been your experience growing up in a democratic South Africa?

Shanice: “I have always felt that I matter! My mind is free and I can live my life in a manner that is not forced upon me, but rather through my own choices. Our Constitution gives me a sense that my

values and opinions do count.”

Mathew: “To me, growing up in this democracy has made a total patriot out of me. I love this country and I’m so proud to be able to call myself a South African.”

Chad: “I have been given wonderful opportunities that I may not have had in a non-democratic society.

There have been hiccups here and there, but overall my experience has been good.”

Phetogo: “I have been blessed to have been raised around people of all races, cultures and religions. So, I grew up not seeing race, but rather, seeing people.”

What are your dreams and hopes for South Africa in the future?

Chad: “My hope is that our attitude as South

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Africans will improve. I believe that we are too negative about our country and the progress we have made. We have a long way to go because our democracy is still very young. Our leadership needs to improve in order for us to grow. However, I think we’ll be fine, as long as we’re patient and as long as we don’t give up on our country. I also think the youth should focus more on building the country and making our collective voice heard.”

Phetogo: “I hope South Africans one day realise the potential within our country and resist the urge to destroy it when the Government does not provide. I hope people think of their actions on a larger scale, and do their best to act in a way that will better the country.”

Takara: “I hope for the country to grow further and for us to work together for a rounder rainbow nation. Many people are still stuck in the apartheid mindset, which is incredibly sad.”

Shanice: “My dreams and hopes for our country are that we put the past behind us and that we strive to improve our beautiful country, ourselves, and for the generations to come. As a born free, I feel that it is our responsibility to build a better South Africa.”

Mathew: “I guess my biggest hope is for all of the things that defined the past not to matter anymore. I’d like to see a South Africa where race isn’t even discussed anymore.”

What makes you most proud about being part of this country’s first Free Born generation?

Takara: “The fact that I can socialise with whomever I want makes me most proud. I’m incredibly grateful for not having to go through the terrors my parents went through.”

Phetogo:“I am proud to be part of an openminded generation who sees the opportunities that lie within our country.”

Shanice:“To live life without prejudice, be openly proud of my skin colour as a coloured woman, and to live my heritage without any boundaries, rules or fear.”

Chad: “I think as the first free born generation we have the responsibility of continuing South Africa’s growth as a nation. One day I’ll be able to tell my children that I had a hand in shaping one of the greatest nations in the world. What could make someone more proud than that?”

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Far from the beaten path of tourism lies the Democratic Republic of the Congo. It is the crossroads of Africa, with nine countries, as well as the South Atlantic Ocean meeting its borders. Captivating, vibrant, complex and sometimes frightening â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the Congo has all the elements of adventure, jaw-dropping natural wonders, and incredible culture to discover.

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Formerly known as Zaire, among a long list of other names, the Congo is admittedly not a destination for the fainthearted. It has a troubled history, but it’s still worth keeping an eye out for favourable times to travel up north. From the high-class business hotels and the beat of the Congolese rumba to lush rainforests, active volcanoes, cascading waterfalls, and the rare opportunity to sit quietly with the legendary mountain gorillas, there is much to see and do in this underestimated nation.

This huge country is the second largest in Africa by area and its two largest cities, Kinshasa (the capital) and Lubumbashi, are great starting points from which to explore what the country has to offer. A decade ago, Kinshasa only had two hotels on offer. Now, though, with the increase in international business, there are more than a dozen modern hotels suited to the business sector and luxury travellers, with many more being constructed.

Lubumbashi, which thrives on the coppermining industry, offers a variety of good accommodation and tantalising cuisine from Congolese to Belgian, Lebanese, and Indian.

There are many vibrant bars and clubs to choose from in Lubumbashi where you can dance the night away to the rhythmic tunes for which the Congolese are known.

The areas surrounding Lubumbashi draw nature lovers and seasoned travellers – those who have been everywhere else except for one of the world's last true remaining wilderness areas.

The Kundelungu National Park offers spectacular

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views of the Lofoi Falls, one of the tallest waterfalls in Africa. The stunning waterfalls of Masansa and Lutshipuka can also be found in Kundelungu Park.

Further afield, on the serene banks of Lake Kivu, you can take in the dramatic backdrop of the Nyiragongo Volcano, situated in the Virunga National Park. This park is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and Africa’s oldest national park. When it is open to travellers, you can join organised treks with park rangers to see the mountain gorillas and perhaps even catch sight of one of the four remaining solitary silverback males.

Sadly, the eastern part of the country has long been known for its warlords, rebel groups and conflicts over precious minerals, but conservation efforts from global aid and a dedicated group of Congolese rangers make tourism possible as they continue to do their best to rejuvenate and protect the country’s numerous national parks.

The Virunga Park also offers more than the bucket-list trek to see the gorillas in the mist. It covers 790,000 hectares and comprises a diversity of habitats, ranging from swamps and steppes to the snowfields of the Rwenzori Mountains, which soar at an altitude of over 5,000 m. Dauntingly, it is also home to the world’s largest concentration of hippos and the continent’s most active volcanoes – the Nyiragongo and the Nyamulagira – which are responsible for surreal lava plains that reach down to the savannah grassland below.

To the northeast lies the Ituri Forest and Okapi Wildlife Reserve, where you may be lucky enough to spot one of 2,000 resident leopards, or better yet, an endangered okapi, the unusual forest

SA E XPRE SS CON N E CT S J OH AN N E SBU RG T O L U BU MBASH I. SE E F L IGH T SCH E DU L E F OR MORE IN F ORMAT ION .

Name that country The DRC was formerly known as the Congo Free State, Belgian Congo, CongoLéopoldville, Congo-Kinshasa, and Zaire. These days, various abbreviations, such as Congo, Congo-Kinshasa, DR Congo and the DRC are more commonly used, although locals can be heard calling their country any of the previous names (with the exception of Zaire).

giraffe that looks like a horse with the ears of a kudu and the stripes of a zebra. The effects of the country’s civil wars have taken a toll on the area, but the Okapi Conservation Project manages the reserve and its tourism facilities, which have recently been rebuilt.

If all these attractions have left you wishing you were on the next plane to the Congo, just be sure to check that you’re heading to the right country when you book your air tickets: the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and Republic of the Congo (ROC) are two different countries located on opposite sides of the Congo River.

The DRC shares borders with Angola, the ROC, the Central African Republic, the Sudan, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, Tanzania, and Zambia, as well as the South Atlantic Ocean. Across the river, the ROC borders Gabon, Cameroon, and the Central African Republic, and also has a short stretch of Atlantic coast.

In order to avoid confusion with the “other” Congo, the two countries are often referred to by their capital cities as Congo-Kinshasa (DRC) and Congo-Brazzaville (ROC). Kinshasa and Brazzaville are the world’s closest capitals, connected by ferry or speedboat across the Congo River. While the same language (French) is spoken in both cities, they couldn’t be further apart culturally speaking.

Brazzaville is a tranquil city with less than a few million citizens, while Kinshasa is a vibrant, bustling city known for its nightlife.

All foreigners travelling to Congo-Kinshasa are urged to check international safety updates and maintain security awareness at all times.

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LAUDING BOTSWANA’S HERITAGE TSODILO HILLS TEXT & IMAGES © THE DIAMOND TRUST

Having notched up almost 100 years as a National Monument and as Botswana’s only UNESCO World Heritage Site, the rock paintings at Tsodilo Hills have endless potential to attract high-value tourism.

As a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Tsodilo can be – in terms of cultural and historical significance – ranked alongside tourism money-spinners such as the Victoria Falls in Zambia and Zimbabwe, the Leaning Tower of Pisa in Italy, the Pyramids in Egypt, Robben Island in South Africa, and St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican.

Stakeholders who attended the Tsodilo Project Re-design and Sustainability Workshop, which was held recently in Tsodilo, identified the great potential that the Tsodilo Hills hold for local communities, as well as the country at large. Thanks to a generous contribution by the Diamond Trust, this great potential has now been unlocked for the economic benefit of the nation. Stakeholders also articulated a vision of how the project will look once it has met its

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full potential.

Besides the viewing of rock art, the plan recommends a host of tourist attractions such mokoro (canoe) safaris, hiking trails, bush walks, and opportunities to visit traditional San dwellings.

According to the Implementation Schedule of the Plan, a consultant will draw up an inventory of Tsodilo attractions by November this year. When all is said and done, it is hoped that the windfall from this tourist venture will seep into every nook and cranny of Tsodilo. Already the project has managed to generate income for local families. The direct benefit comes from collecting camping fees and providing tour guide services to visiting tourists.

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corporate social investment venture between Debswana Diamond Company and De Beers Botswana Holdings, has begun to unlock this potential. However, there is recognition on everyone’s part that the first task to tackle is to highlight Tsodilo’s credentials as a tourist destination.

Defining the unique cultural identity of Tsodilo is vital as, according to Mrs Monica Selelo from the Department of Arts and Culture, its identity has currently not been properly defined. In response to this, Mr Kaelo Mokomo, the Executive Director of Letloa Trust, revealed that as the project’s implementers, they have established a working relationship with the University of Botswana’s Centre for Indigenous Knowledge in an effort to close this gap.

While essentially a good thing, turning Tsodilo into a cash cow also presents the challenge of ensuring that the cow stays healthy enough to produce bucketfuls of good milk. Mr Phetolo Ame, a guide at Tsodilo Hills, said that there are communities that hold all-night worship services at the rock-art sites and leave the rocks slicked

with candle wax and open-air fires still burning.

Mr Keotshephile Mphusu from the Botswana Tourism Organisation cautioned that care should be taken so that the “irreversible damage” that has occurred in places like uKhahlamba Drakensberg Park in South Africa (which features the largest concentration of cave art in Sub-Saharan Africa) does not occur at Tsodilo Hills.

Ultimately, the project’s success will largely depend on diamond-hard determination on the part of all stakeholders, especially the Tsodilo community who have to take a front-and-centre role. In 2013, while addressing a kgotla (meeting) in Tsodilo, the Debswana’s Corporate Citizenship Manager, Mr Barulaganye Mogotsi, stated that it was important for the community to remain emotionally invested in the project and to ride off the economic opportunity it presents.

“As individuals associated with the project and as the Diamond Trust, we may not be with you tomorrow. This project is yours and you should do all you can to ensure it succeeds,” he said.

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Cuisine Couture THE LATEST WORD ON FOOD TRENDS T E XT: LISA W IT E PSKI IMAGE S © 123RF

Just because there’s no Kate Moss equivalent amongst lettuce varietals, does not mean that food ignores fashion. If restaurants were runways, these are the dishes that would be making a star appearance.

In the 1980s, any hostess worthy of her perm and blue eye-shadow would take pride in serving her guests shrimp cocktail and Baked Alaska. A decade later, fusion cuisine had our mouths watering. And nowadays? If it’s hot, it’s hot.

Roger Falck, Managing Director for McCormick South Africa, says that the world is in the grips of a chilli obsession, and that means cuisine featuring this key ingredient is big news. “We’re craving heat in a big way,” he says. And not just ordinary heat either; don’t hesitate to experiment with new chilli varieties. These are the varieties that should be added to your shopping list: Guajillo or Mexican dried chilli; tien tsin (hot Sichuan chilli); a Peruvian yellow chilli known as Aji Amarillo (known for its fruity flavour); and the bold Mexican chilli Chilli de Arbol. While you’re at it, try new cooking techniques.

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add new dimensions with grilling, smoking, pickling, fermenting, or candying, which tease out the flavour potential.

It stands to reason that cuisines featuring chilli as a key ingredient are also in favour.

Think Indian and Mexican, for example.

Although you might already be familiar with these cuisines, it’s time to take them to the next level. Try flavours in new contexts, for example, or experience the entire spectrum of the cuisine from food trucks to fine dining.

Indian food, in particular, deserves a second look, as its current popularity means that traditional favourites are being reinterpreted in a way that appeals to modern diners.

One of the ingredients that is increasingly in demand among food lovers is Kashmiri Masala. Curry fans will already be familiar with the concept of this homemade spice mix (if you’re a true fanatic, you might even have your own recipe), but the secret to this

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North Indian blend is mixing just the right proportions of cumin, cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, cloves, and ginger.

Mexican food, meanwhile, has picked up a significant following, and who wouldnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t enjoy this casual, communal way of eating? But think beyond the burrito.

Falckâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s top picks for new ingredients and dishes to try include: tomatillos, a tomato-like ingredient that gives a lemony flavour; recados, a spice paste; and chamoy, a condiment made from apricots, lime, chillies, and spices.

At the same time, World Cup fever has sparked an interest in the food of Brazil.

This is an interesting cuisine, says Falck, that was birthed in a melting pot culture, including influences from Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Amazon. What to look out for?

Cassava flour (also known as manioc or tapioca flour) is a gluten-free ingredient that is used almost daily in Brazilian cooking (which is testimony to its versatility), while tempero baiano is a seasoning blend containing oregano, parsley, and varieties of pepper and cumin.

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More familiar ingredients include guavas (enjoyed in Brazil as a nectar or a paste) and black-eyed peas. For us meat-loving South Africans, the Brazilian tradition of churrasco – grilled or barbecued meats – is bound to become a shared taste. “Brazilians also love stews and casseroles, blending beans and meats like chicken,” says Falck.

Anything else the modern chef needs to know about? Forget the notion of tea as being nothing more than a breakfast beverage, or something your mom offers to get you through a moment of despair. Today, tea leaves are finding their way into rubs, broths, and marinades – think of it as Earl Grey with an edge.

One last thing you need to know: Having a small kitchen is no longer an

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excuse for keeping your inner Nigella cooped up. Look to Rachel Koo and her little kitchen in Paris for inspiration.

Cramped in a kitchen with barely enough room for appliances, the latest addition to the celebrity chef circuit not only opened her own restaurant (serving dishes in the intimate setting of her home), she also got her own cooking show. Since few urban dwellers in the world’s capitals have the luxury of space, Falck reports that another major trend is “clever, compact cooking”, with cooks using what they have instead of wishing they had more.

So what are you waiting for? Time to hit the markets, select something exotic, and start stirring that pot!

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WHERE WEDDING WISHES COME TRUE

MICHELANGELO TOWERS MALL TEXT & IMAGES © MICHELANGELO TOWERS MALL

Getting married? Then head to the Michelangelo Towers Mall which has everything you need, and more, for the perfectly attired wedding day and honeymoon.

The jewel of Sandton’s fashion district comes alive at the Michelangelo Towers Mall. Located opposite the Sandton Convention Centre and off

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Nelson Mandela Square is the iconic home of the world’s leading fashion brands, anchored by Spanish Bridal House Pronovias and famous British bridal shoe brand, Benjamin Adams Shoes, which are available at Christiaan Michael Shoes.

World famous South African fashion designer, David Tlale, also has his own shop in the Michelangelo Towers Mall which allows prospective brides to be dressed in true “Proudly South Africa” style.

To ensure that both the bride and the groom have exclusive footwear to complete their wedding day attire, the centre includes high end Italian fashion store Byblos, and Italian shoe brand Moreschi. Men’s fashion house Angelinos boasts superb formal shirts, Marco Adamo stocks stylish European men’s suits, and Lou Lou Boutique has something just right for the mother of the bride to wear, as well as the perfect honeymoon dresses.

Speaking of honeymoons, Strutt Lingerie stocks sensual and sexy lingerie to tantalise and tease. For exclusive wedding bands and jewellery with a EuroAfrican twist, visit Ounce of Gold or Roma Jewellers.

Couples can plan and book their honeymoons at Hanniel Travel, while Jen Kahn Fashion will clothe the bride in floaty cotton dresses and kaftans to wow the crowds. Grooms are also catered for with striking shirts and slacks at Via Condotti and Brice Exclusive Wear, which stocks brands like Trusadi Jeans, Chef Deville Denim Wear, and Delsiena shirts from Italy.

You can also order your designer wedding cake and plan your reception catering at Annica’s Deli, or celebrate a romantic dinner at Pigalle Restaurant or Raj Restaurant. To finish off your day at the mall, come and party the night away at the lavish VIP Lounge.

For more information, phone +27 11 245 4000 or visit www.michelangelotowers.co.za.

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FROM CAVEMAN TO METRO MAN TOP MALE GROOMING TIPS TEXT: LANGARO LIF E ST YL E CE N T RE I MAGE S © 123RF & SH U T T E RST OCK

We are currently living in the age of the metro man, when good grooming is just as important for men as it is for women. But if you haven’t yet found your way around a tube of moisturiser, just where do you start?

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Duncan Pape, fashion stylist and personal grooming consultant at Langaro Lifestyle Centre in Cape Town, shares his top five tips to go from zero to well-groomed hero in no time.

Your Morning and Evening Routine In the morning, after a hot shower (when the pores expand and dilate due to the steam), and once you have already cleaned your face, splash on some cold water before applying moisturiser. This will refresh and hydrate your skin, which will allow better absorption of the product. In the evenings I would suggest using a daily exfoliator, such as Germaine De Capuccini365 Soft Scrub Tube Cleansing Exfoliating Foam, to help keep your face free of blackheads and blemishes caused by everyday pollutants that make your skin congested.

Grooming Myths Men and women who suffer from pigmentation will never be able to get rid of it completely. However, there are products and treatments on the market that can greatly reduce the appearance of pigmentation. This is why I recommend using a good sunscreen daily and

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making sure that you are aware of the time you spend in the sun.

Top Grooming Do’s and Don’ts >gj _]flk oal` Z]Yj\k2 <g mk] Y Z]Yj\ oYp gj gad to moisturise your beard and prevent dry sin and flakiness. <g oYk` qgmj ^Y[] Z]^gj] _gaf_ lg Z]\& L`] Zg\q regenerates while you are asleep, and ensuring that your skin is cleansed and hydrated before you go to bed means that you will wake up the next morning looking refreshed. <g afn]kl af Y imYdalq ]q] [j]Ye lg mk] \Yadq for dark circles and puffiness under your eyes. I recommend Germaine de Capuccini Energy Eyes Roll-On For Men. It is quick and easy to use, with minimal fuss. <gfÌl gn]j%]pl]f\ l`] da^] khYf g^ qgmj jYrgj ZdY\]& Change it regularly to ensure the best result. It is also better for your skin. <gfÌl ^gj_]l lg egaklmjak] Yl d]Ykl gf[] Y \Yq& <gfÌl f]_d][l qgmj `Yf\k Yf\ fYadk& J]_mdYj manicures and pedicures for gents will ensure that your hands and feet always look presentable in any situation.

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Top All-in-One Products for Men ?]jeYaf] \] ;Yhm[[afa >gj E]f 9fla%>Yla_m] K]jme is an anti-ageing serum and moisturiser which boosts the skin’s moisture levels, ensuring the skin is hydrated, especially after long nights out on the town.

L]jj]k <ÌY^jaim] >Y[aYd ?dgo ak Yf gj_Yfa[ gad o`a[` contains ingredients such as marula and Kalahari melon, and which can be used as a moisturiser or a pre- and post-shave oil. :ag L`]jYh]mla[ Zl%;g[clYadk Yj] Y l`j]]%hYjl skin energy system that combines technology with therapy. They are anti-ageing, hydrating and energising, and a must for any man on the go.

The Ultimate Skincare Tip Sunscreen! It’s such a basic step in anybody’s daily routine, and yet we often neglect it. We hear about the benefits of sunscreens from doctors, dermatologists and skin specialists all the time, and it is essential to ensure the health of one’s skin.

For a one-on-one grooming or fashion consultation with Duncan Pape, or to get a full menu of what Langaro has to offer, visit www.langaro.com.

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ACCENTUATING EXCELLENCE HYUNDAI ACCENT 1.6 HATCH TEXT: BERNARD HELLBERG IMAGES © QUICKPIC

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Hyundaiâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s recently released Accent Hatch is guaranteed to shake things up in the hugely competitive B segment.

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A tad under seven years since Hyundai first debuted its Accent hatch, the brand has relaunched one of the models that helped shape its fortunes. Indeed, Hyundai’s fortunes have shaped rather well over the last decade, and today it is one of the most prominent automotive marques on South African roads.

But with Hyundai’s extensive model line-up already bulging, there is a question mark against introducing a model derivative that, for all intents and purposes, will compete with other very competent offerings from the Korean carmaker.

According to Stanley Anderson, Hyundai’s Director of Marketing, the rationale behind re-introducing the Accent Hatch to the market is to give consumers a well priced five-door passenger car option to straddle the approximately R60,000 gap between the evergreen i20 hatch and the larger, more luxurious i30. A solid strategy indeed, as market conditions are pressing manufacturers to fill the gaps in their line-ups and to retain those customers that they have worked hard at getting in the first place.

So, debates around the positioning of the Accent hatch aside, it is yet another solid vehicle from Hyundai

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of which sales will most likely follow the upward trajectory that the brand is used to in South Africa.

Driving it for the first time recently, it is obvious that no effort was spared to create a comfortable, quiet, and all-round user-friendly car that offers a surprisingly direct driving feel.

Powered by a 1.6 litre petrol engine, and available with a choice of a six-speed manual or a four-speed automatic gearbox, the hatchback will gain ground quickly in the B-segment, where it holds its own in a number of respects against its key competitors: the Toyota Auris 1.6 XS; Kia Cerato 1.6; Opel Astra 1.6 Essentia; and Honda’s 1.5 Jazz Elegance.

While not the outright power leader in this segment, its 1.6-litre petrol-injection Gamma engine with continuously variable valve timing delivers a very eager maximum power output of 91 kW at 6,300 r/min, and a peak torque of 156 Nm at 4,200 r/min. CO2 emissions are 152 g/km and 161 g/km for the manual and automatic versions respectively, while the manual Accent sips 6.4 litres/100 km and the auto 6.8 litres/100 km.

The styling is typically Hyundai: Edgy, yet purposeful and elegant enough to create an aura of

sophistication. The signature Hyundai hexagonal grill is now a little more rounded to appear more timeless, headlights wrap into the body, and key touches such as indicator repeaters on the external mirrors add style.

The Accent Hatchback offers a roomy interior with a host of convenient features, including steering wheel remote controls, electric side mirrors and windows, and easily accessible iPod/USB/Aux ports in the centre console. The four-speed manual’s air-conditioning system is easy to operate and robust enough to create a cool interior even in the hottest African climate. Several storage compartments add practical functionality.

Safety, driveability, durability, and value for money are the key qualities in any Hyundai. The Accent Hatch builds on these strengths to provide a tailor-made solution between the brand’s other two popular hatchbacks.

The combination of equipment levels, ample power, fuel efficiency, and asking price – R234,900 for the Accent Hatch 1.6 Fluid manual, and R244,900 for the auto version – will certainly set the cat among the hatchbacks in this hotly contested segment.

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IT’S TOUGH AT THE TOP TEXT: BRUCE WHITFIELD/FINWEEK IMAGES © ISTOCKPHOTO.COM

Being the CEO certainly comes with its perks, but being the boss also may not be all that it’s cracked up to be.

So, who wants to be CEO? You get the flash office, the secretary and hundreds (or thousands) of people you can boss about, plus you get a magnificent pay cheque every month. But if you are any good at your job and markets go in your favour, the share options the board awarded you as an incentive will kick in and you will never need to worry about financial security ever again.

What if I told you being CEO was overrated? Sure, there are the types who have always enjoyed being in charge – they were usually head boy or head girl at school – but for most of us the idea of being the boss outstrips the reality, which frankly can suck.

Cast your mind back to the Stephen Spielberg masterpiece Saving Private Ryan, where Tom Hanks’ character, Captain Miller, is leading his squad through enemy territory shortly after the D-Day landings.

His soldiers are debating the merits of putting their lives on the line to save the only surviving brother of

four killed when fighting the Nazis. Private Reiben asks Miller: “Say Captain, you don’t gripe at all?”

Miller responds: “I don't gripe to you, Reiben. I'm a Captain. We have a chain of command. Gripes go up, not down. Always up. You gripe to me, I gripe to my superior officer, and so on and so on and so on. I don’t gripe to you. I don’t gripe in front of you.”

Being in charge can be lonely, and the analogy is not lost on 21st century CEOs, except they have noone to gripe to. Not if they want to keep the respect of the board that appointed them.

“We get paid too much to whinge,” one CEO told me recently. “So we don’t. But it’s a bloody hard job 24/7; you are always on call. It’s not easy. But that is why we are paid what we are. We are answerable to boards, shareholders, unions, and the media. So we don’t whinge, but there is only so long you can be CEO. It’s a huge step from being a divisional executive to having overall responsibility for every aspect of the

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business. You don’t realise it when you are watching your predecessor and wanting their job. Especially if they are good at it and make it seem easy.”

The Youngsters are Quitting It may go some way to explaining the recent spate of resignations of unusually young CEOs. Former Imperial CEO Hubert Brody quit at 49 after about five years in the job, which is a relatively short tenure.

Michael Jordaan, former CEO of FNB, was done with corporate life at 45, and now Grant Pattison at Walmart, which controlled Massmart, has set the bar even lower at 43.

It’s not about burnout. Generally the people who have fought to get to the top, get there because they are wired differently to ordinary people. Those that quit early do it because they can afford to.

Most choose to have some fun – which for A-types generally involves some kind of arduous work. (Laurie Dippenaar quit as FirstRand CEO to work just an eight-hour day after years of 16-hour days.)

It’s not clear what Brody will be doing to fill his time now that his job has been taken by ex-Massmart chair Mark Lamberti, but Jordaan appears to be living the life of Riley, dabbling in technology and private equity, while also bottling wine on his own estate. For Pattison, there was a change in pattern earlier this year when he accepted a non-executive job on the Taste Holdings board.

“Perhaps it was subconsciously preparing myself for a life after Massmart, but I really do want to run another big international company based in Johannesburg. It would be nice if it was unlisted, but I do like the pressure and the challenge that it brings,” says Pattison.

Like I said: Some people are just wired differently.

If Pattison turns out to be anything like his mentor, Lamberti, he has another two top jobs ahead of him before he calls it a day.

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THE SMALLER, THE BETTER VOLVO’S NEW DRIVE-E ENGINES TEXT: BERNARD HELLBERG SR IMAGES © VOLVO

If renowned Swedish carmaker Volvo has its way, the complex and costly tradition of manufacturers developing ever increasing permutations of engines to match ever expanding product line-ups will take a dramatic turn for the uncomplicated.

The company’s new Drive-E range of powertrains takes driving pleasure to a new dimension in which output and efficiency – rather than the number of cylinders – determine the quality of performance. Smooth, balanced and ultra-efficient, these new two-litre, four-cylinder

Drive-E powertrains offer a world-class blend of drivability and low CO2 emissions.

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Drive-E engine range is a major achievement for Volvo Cars, and shows the company’s dedication to improving fuel consumption and CO2 figures without sacrificing performance.

Volvo’s eight engine derivatives that currently power the Volvo line-up will gradually be replaced by only two: a four-cylinder Drive-E petrol engine, and a four-cylinder Drive-E diesel.

These two engines can be configured to meet the power and output needs of the entire Volvo range, from the Volvo V40 hatchback to the future Volvo XC90 SUV. Imagine, for example, a 2-litre petrol engine that can be shaped to offer anything from 133 kW to 225 kW, while delivering fuel economy ranging from 4.1 litres/100 km to 6.4 litres/100 km for the higher-spec version.

In the words of Derek Crabb, Vice President of Powertrain Engineering at Volvo: “These technologies give the customer high performance, improved fuel economy, considerably lower emissions, and even the bonus of powerful sound. These four-cylinder engines offer higher performance than today’s six-cylinder units and lower fuel consumption than the current fourcylinder generation. An added bonus is that we now outperform competitors when it comes to power versus CO2 emissions.”

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Significantly, eight power derivatives will be on offer and the fuel economy will improve by between 15 % and 35 % across the board – with a weight saving of 30 kg to 50 kg per engine.

The first of these new Drive-E engines – the new Drive-E T5 petrol and the new Drive-E D4 diesel – are now available across the Volvo 60s range. This means that the Volvo S60 sedan, Volvo V60 sportswagon and the Volvo XC60 SUV now have new engines specifically set up for each application. Volvo’s top-of-the-range T6 Drive-E petrol engine will follow at a later stage, but with 225 kW and CO2 emissions at 149 g/ km, the Volvo S60 T6 is set to be the first car in its segment that offers over 100 kW/litre, while being capable of accelerating from 0-100 km/h in just 5.9 seconds.

This new 2-litre, four-cylinder T6 engine features both a supercharger and a turbo charger. Using the supercharger to fill in the bottom end torque gives the petrol engine a big, naturally aspirated feel. The mechanically linked compressor starts to function immediately at low revs, while the turbocharger kicks in when the airflow builds up.

To deliver the desired responsive, smooth, and fuel-efficient drivability, the engines are teamed either with a new eight-speed automatic gearbox,

or an enhanced six-speed manual, tuned for improved fuel economy.

Volvo Cars’ powertrain experts have developed the engines in-house and production is at Volvo Car Group’s high-tech engine plant in Skövde, Sweden.

The diesels boast world-first i-Art technology. By featuring pressure feedback from each fuel injector instead of using a traditional single pressure sensor in the common rail, i-Art makes it possible to continuously monitor and adapt fuel injection per combustion in each of the four cylinders.

Other improvements to the Drive-E petrol engines include friction reduction measures such as ball bearings on the camshaft, high-speed continuous variable valve timing, and intelligent heat management with a fully variable electric water pump.

Prophetically, Crabb sees Volvo’s engine future in the following light: “The power you get from an engine has nothing to do with its size; it is about the amount of air that you can get to flow through it. You can also make an engine more efficient if you make it smaller. So, if you can get more air through a smaller engine, you can still get the same power, but at better efficiency.”

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Restoring the Magic REHABILITATING COASTAL FORESTS TEX T & IMAGE S Š RBM

Forests impact our lives in countless practical ways. Looking beyond our narrow and often urban view of the products they provide us, the folklore and mythology related to forests has historically been associated with a sense of mystery. Forests are the quiet places, full of softly filtered beauty, where amazing things often happen. And some amazing things are currently happening in the coastal forests around Richards Bay. 10 6

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This long strip of coastal dune forest is a true melting pot, where the savannah biome of the hinterland merges with the forest biomes of the north and south. This forest, therefore, has special value in terms of the distinctive collection of species it harbours, combined with the ecological goods and services it provides. These include protecting the hinterland from storms and ocean surges, preventing drift sands from forming by stabilising the dunes, providing medicinal plants, and contributing to soil formation and ground water recharge.

Yet it wasn’t always this way.

The coastal dune forests and their associated grasslands have a long history of exploitation. Forest timber was harvested to smelt iron for the spears of Shaka’s army, and slash-and-burn agriculture was used to eke out a living for cattle and people alike on these relatively poor soils. Finally the surge in afforestation since the early 1950s covered much of what was previously grassland. Therefore, by 1970, these forests had disintegrated into a fragmented patchwork after hundreds of years of disturbance.

By the time Richards Bay Minerals (RBM) began mining the sand dunes in 1977, some two-thirds of the mining lease area was already degraded or covered by exotic plantations.

RBM started its dune restoration programme soon after mining started here. In the last 37 years the company has committed some 1,000 hectares to rehabilitation with the aim of restoring coastal dune forests.

Rehabilitation starts with reshaping the dunes to mimic the pre-mining topography. Topsoil retrieved from the front of the mining face (and containing the seed and organic matter of the forests) is spread over these dunes and enriched with fast-growing annuals to begin biological processes and to protect the topsoil from wind and water erosion. Assisted by periodic windbreaks, these annuals soon take root, greening and stabilising the dunes. Now nature takes over from RBM to restore the coastal dune forest.

Within one year, indigenous grasses had taken over from the annuals, and by year five the pioneer tree species Sweet Thorn (Acacia karroo) had begun forming a dense shrub land. Some ten years later, the Sweet Thorns form a high canopy, but their numbers decline as they are outcompeted and an understory begins to take hold in the dappled sunlight of the woodland floor. Within 15 to 20 years, forest species begin to emerge to form the new forest canopy. These include the Coastal Red Milkwood (Mimusops caffra), White Stinkwood

(Celtis africana), Natal Karee (Searsia natalensis), Natal Mahogany (Trichelia emetic) and Common Turkey-berry (Canthium inerme). This is largely thanks to dispersal via birds and animals that begin to colonise the rehabilitating areas.

The forest plants establish themselves as the conditions become more like those of relatively pristine forests. With them returns a range of forest animals indigenous to the area, and the forest reclaims the region.

RBM, drawing on over 20 years of peer-reviewed research in dune rehabilitation, lets indigenous ecological processes drive the forest development and only intervenes to control unnatural disturbances, such as fires, and grazing by cattle, as well as to remove invasive exotic plants.

RBM’s commitment to sustainable development has seen 37 years of continuous and dedicated effort to maintain the ecological processes that drive the restoration of indigenous dune forests on its mining lease areas. The research this company has invested in, as well as the awards it has won for its efforts, proves that the restoration programme is not only a success, but serves as an example of best practice to rehabilitation programmes elsewhere.

The regenerating forests are teeming with life and will be far larger than they were prior to the mining, making their survival more likely. Their true magic has been restored.

For more information, contact Gaynor Kast on +27 35 901 3449 or 035 901 3111, or visit www.rbm.co.za.

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Beat the Bug TIPS TO STAY HEALTHY THIS WINTER T E XT: M E DICROSS IM AGE S © 123RF

With winter here and the influenza virus making the rounds with its usual vigour, it is important to keep your immune system strong and healthy.

“A few simple measures can boost your immune system and help prevent getting the common cold, sinusitis or even the dreaded ‘flu bug’,” advises Dr Neville Wellington, a general practitioner at Medicross Kenilworth in the Cape.

Here are a few valuable tips from Dr Wellington and Natasha Conrad, Pharmacy Manager at Netcare Sunninghill Hospital, to help you stay healthy and to boost your immune system as the weather turns colder: ?]l nY[[afYl]\ oal` l`] dYl]kl af^dm]frY vaccine. Each year, new vaccination formulations are developed based on the latest influenza strains. The vaccination is made up of a chemically inactivated virus, which enables the body to get to know and store the “shape” of the virus so that when you are exposed to the actual virus, the body is armed to fight it.

J]_mdYjdq mkaf_ Y kYdaf] fYkYd khjYq [gmd\ Z] most effective when those troublesome sniffles and sneezes start. Use the spray four to six times a day when you feel a cold or sinusitis starting to creep up on you. =Yl `]Ydl`q Yf\ fmljalagmk e]Ydk$ af[dm\af_ generous portions of fruit and vegetables, protein for cellular repair, and foods containing healthy fats and oils such as fish, nuts, and avocados.

C]]h qgmjk]d^ `q\jYl]\ Zq \jafcaf_ dglk g^ water and fluids. ;gfka\]j lYcaf_ Y emdlanalYeaf& NalYeaf and mineral supplements, particularly those containing zinc and vitamin C, will help boost your immune system and help you fight off colds and flu.

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are spread through close contact and can enter your system via your eyes, nose, and mouth. Try and keep your distance from people who are sick and wash your hands immediately if you have had physical contact with them.

Imal kegcaf_& Kegcaf_ aehY[lk qgmj Zg\qÌk ability to absorb many essential vitamins and minerals and drains it of these vital nutrients, especially vitamin C. Ask your doctor for advice on how to quit smoking and also think about taking a vitamin C supplement.

If you fall ill with a cold or the flu, remember the following, advises Dr Wellington: Hj]n]fl l`] ^mjl`]j khj]Y\ g^ `Yje^md _]jek by coughing or sneezing into your bent elbow and blowing your nose into a tissue and not a handkerchief. Dispose of the tissue immediately. ?]l ]fgm_` j]kl& O`ad] _]llaf_ ]fgm_` kd]]h is good for your health in general, as it helps keep your immune system strong, you should also stay at home and rest if you have cold or flu- like symptoms. This will give your body the chance to fight the virus and will also prevent spreading the virus to others such as colleagues at the office.

Lj]Ylaf_ ^dm oal` YflaZagla[k ak fgl Y\nakYZd]$ as flu is caused by a virus and antibiotics are only effective against bacteria. Secondary infections such as bronchitis or pneumonia respond well to antibiotics. Take paracetamol to help alleviate your symptoms and discomfort. Consult your doctor if you are concerned about your condition.

This year’s flu vaccine is available at Netcare pharmacies located in all Medicross facilities and Netcare hospitals. Locate your closest facility by visiting www.netcare.co.za or www.medicross.co.za.

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Eye in the Sky The advent of affordable quadcopters has made aerial photography accessible for almost anybody.

However, achieving really good results still often takes a bit more than just attaching a GoPro to a quadcopter. Now, DJI has launched the DJI Phantom 2 Vision, which comes with a built-in camera that you can control remotely through your phone. As far as out-of-thebox quadcopters go, the Vision sets a new standard for anybody who ZDQWV WR JHW LQWR DHULDO SKRWRJUDSK\ SOXV LW­V UHDOO\ IXQ WR ¾\ -XVW OLNH LWV SUHGHFHVVRU WKH 9LVLRQ KDV D EXLOW LQ *36 XQLW WKDW DOORZV LW WR ¾\ EDFN home if the connection to the remote controller is ever interrupted. The Vision is available from The Gadget Shop. //WWW.THEGADGETSHOP.CO.ZA

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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 (PEDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s) will apply to all domestic and regional flights on the CRJ700/200

and DH8 Q400. Passengers will be permitted to use PEDâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;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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