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Surfing Their Way to a Better Life

The Kumala Reserve Range

The Coalition for Children Affected by AIDS

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Love & Note Making

Bringing the Buzz to Gaborone

Keep It Kolourful

For the Children

Waves for Change

Banele Khoza

Gaborone International Music and Culture Week

60/ Daddy Issues

Fathers Need to Get Involved in Their Kids’ Lives

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Africa Underground

Mining, Africa, and the Future

67/ Staying Trip Fit

How To Follow Your Fitness Routine While Travelling

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Contents / Regulars

/ Travel

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Need to Know

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The Stay & Stray Holiday

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Bits & Pieces

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Exploring KwaZulu-Natal

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Dinner & A Movie

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Luxury Living Like a Local

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Turn it Up!

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Mariner’s Wharf, Hout Bay

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Books

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Gadgets

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CEO Letter

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Meet the Crew

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Airline Information

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Flight Schedule

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SA Express – Making Quality a Priority

Passenger Letters

Mercedes-Benz A-Class

CEO Letter SA EXPRESS AIRWAYS Customer Care Department Tel: 0861 729 227 Email: customercare@flyexpress.aero Twitter: @flySAexpress Facebook: SA Express Airways Reservations Support Tel: +27 11 978 9905 Email: groupsales@flyexpress.aero Group Reservations Tel: +27 11 978 5578 Email: reservationslist@flyexpress.aero Sales Office Email: sales@flyexpress.aero INDWE Cover Image © SA Express Airways Managing Director Pam Komani | pam@tjtmedia.co.za Publishing Director Bernie Hellberg Jr | bernie@tjtmedia.co.za

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Editor Nicky Furniss | nicky@tcbmedia.co.za

FOR YOU A warm welcome on board and thank you for choosing to Fly SA Express.

Our airline took to the skies in 1994, aiming to offer an unrivalled air-travel experience, as well as consistent and exceptional personal service to all our customers. Now, 24 years later, SA Express returns to these foundational elements to once again build the airline into one of Africa’s most recognisable brands.

Thriving in the volatile and dynamic aviation industry and continuing to soar for 24 years, albeit through a few hiccups, is no small feat. We cannot thank you, our valued customers, enough for your continued support, especially after the challenges faced over the past few months.

Now, we direct all our efforts into cultivating and further building upon the elements that propel the airline onwards and upwards.

We also have our talented, experienced and passionate people to acknowledge for keeping the essence of our brand alive. Without our people, from ground talent and technicians to our onboard crew, the airline would have no

Features Editor Julie Graham | julie@tcbmedia.co.za Design & Layout Michele Madell | michele@tcbmedia.co.za

heart and lack the warmth that our customers have become accustomed to.

As we work to redevelop and nurture even greater confidence in the airline, we will breathe new energy into all the qualities you’ve come to expect from SA Express, including efficiency, on-time performance and quality customer service.

Customer service is a long-term, two-way conversation, not a one-way monologue – so in order to constantly improve, we rely on your constant feedback. Speak to me at talktous@ flyexpress.aero – share your experience with our airline and offer constructive dialogue on how best we can enhance your experience.

It is our commitment and renewed focus to provide consistent service for at least another 24 years.

From all of us at the airline, thank you once again for choosing to fly SA Express.

Always, Siza Mzimela

WORLD CHILDREN’S DAY AND 16 DAYS OF ACTIVISM AGAINST WOMEN AND CHILDREN ABUSE ARE BOTH OBSERVED IN THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER. AS AN AIRLINE WE ARE PARTICULAR ABOUT COMMEMORATING SUCH EVENTS, ESPECIALLY SINCE WE ARE REMINDED BY TATA NELSON MANDELA THAT: “FREEDOM WILL REMAIN A DISTANT ILLUSION AS LONG AS THE RIGHTS OF THE MOST VULNERABLE MEMBERS OF OUR SOCIETY ARE NOT PROTECTED.” NATIONS THAT UPLIFT WOMEN AND CHILDREN ARE CONSCIOUSLY BUILDING THE BRIGHTEST POSSIBLE FUTURE, SO FOR THIS MONTH (AND EVERY OTHER MONTH), LET US BE REMINDED THAT PROTECTING THE FREEDOMS OF OUR WOMEN AND CHILDREN IS UP TO EACH ONE OF US.

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SA Express

Making Quality a Priority Quality is the cornerstone of any successful business, whether in relation to services or goods. SA Express is no different, so to find out more about what the airline is doing to build a quality organisation that both its staff and its passengers can be proud of, we recently spoke to the man whose job is literally all about quality: Herman Lewis, Interim DM: Quality Management for SA Express.

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Indwe: What is quality management and what does it mean in relation to the aviation industry?

Herman Lewis (HL): A Quality Management System comprises the set of policies, processes and procedures required for the planning and execution of safe and efficient air operations. The Quality System ensures that all operational departments within SA Express, as well

as operational, training and security providers, conform and comply to applicable laws, regulations and standards.

These include aviation legislations and SA Express quality policies, business processes and procedures. In addition to legal and regulatory compliance, the Quality System must ensure continuous improvement within the organisation through process efficiency advancement.

Indwe: November is Quality Month, and the 2018 theme strongly advocates for concerted efforts by all stakeholders to guarantee quality and safety.

Please tell us more about this.

HL: It is important to give our customers the assurance that their safety and security is of paramount importance to SA Express. A great part of the success of an airline is based on public perception

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and reputation. For this reason, we have to establish ourselves as an airline with integrity, that is committed to a rendering a quality, safe and reliable service to its customers. We have embarked on this journey to achieve this through strong leadership and good governance, as well as being more customer-centric.

Indwe: SA Express have just started relaunching some of its key routes following a temporary hiatus. How are things progressing?

HL: SA Express has learnt valuable lessons over the past few months that have given us as an organisation new perspectives and a drive to deliver quality service. In this regard there has been positive feedback and a steady growth in passenger numbers.

SA Express is under no illusion that we will have to work hard to re-establish our footprint in the market, as we are operating in a competitive environment. Thus, we are committed to consistently delivering a quality and reliable service in order to achieve our objectives and targets.

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Indwe: Our customer care service receives countless customer messages and queries daily and one of the main questions is how soon we will be able to relaunch some of the new routes. From a quality management perspective, what goes on behind the scenes before such relaunches can occur?

HL: SA Express is committed to maintaining a safe and secure operation as dictated by the aviation legislation.

Before launching any route, there are a series of audits and inspections done by both the Quality and Safety Departments to do a risk assessment and compliance verification to ensure the safety and security of our passengers, employees and equipment. There are also engagements with the Licensing Council (Department of Transport) and the Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA) to ensure that all regulatory and operational requirements with regards to the type of aircraft used, service to be rendered and support services that may be required, are met. Based on the outcome of these

engagements and audits, approval will be granted and operation on the new route will then commence.

Indwe: How would you rate the South African aviation industry in relation to observing regulatory quality protocols?

HL: The SACAA is held to a high standard by the international regulating authority.

In turn, they regulate the South African aviation industry with the same standard, which makes it one of the leading authorities on the continent, which can hold its own in comparison with international authorities. Customers can be assured that the SACAA regulates the commercial airline industry to a very high standard.

Indwe: What is your parting message to our passengers?

HL: The message is simple. SA Express is committed to its customers in delivering a quality service that is customer-focused, and building an organisation that we can be proud of. /

Need to Know

Heart Racing DECEMBER THE G-BETS GAUTENG SUMMER CUP, TURFFONTEIN RACECOURSE, JOHANNESBURG 1ST

The G-BETS Gauteng Summer Cup – a unique spectacle of sport, style and entertainment – returns to the grand and historic Turffontein racecourse in December. And this time, you can bring your kids along too! From admiring the beautiful horses in the parade ring and on the track, to experiencing a mind-blowing carnival complete with mechanical rides, face painters, buskers and delicious food offerings, the day promises endless wonder for the little ones.

This year’s extravaganza will also feature an impressive line-up of drum majorettes, a massive field band, a choir and incredible dancers, headlined by local musical phenomenon, Good Luck – all taking place before the main race. Visitors can look forward to a stunning display of fresh talent and a wide variety of hospitality areas, where you can enjoy good food, drinks and music in a beautiful outdoor setting, right in the heart of the city.

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Let’s Take It Outdoors 17 TH NOVEMBER STEENBERG GARDEN PARTY, CATHARINA’S RESTAURANT, CONSTANTIA, CAPE TOWN

Anthonij Rupert Wyne’s annual Protea Party celebrates the estate’s much-loved Protea wine range with an exclusive event that combines creative design, inspired seasonal cuisine, and superb wine.

The Protea range – which consists of eight single varietal wines – is synonymous with elegant design and value for money. The theme for the 2018 celebration is “Contemporary Floral”, and takes inspiration from the international trend of large-format floral wallpapers, fabrics and prints. Upon arrival, guests will be greeted with Protea cocktails to enjoy as the sun sets on the estate. Dinner – a generous three-course, harvest-style feast of seasonal winelands produce – will be served at long tables beneath an expansive marquee. Entertainment will be provided by a live band and hitting the dance floor is a must for working off all those calories after dinner.

Tickets cost R695 per guest. For bookings email sumarie@rupertwines.com, or call +27 21 874 9019.

A Dose of Italian Inspiration 16TH TO 18TH NOVEMBER THE JOHANNESBURG ITALIAN FILM FESTIVAL, ROSEBANK CINEMA NOUVEAU, JOHANNESBURG

Award-winning Italian director of Perfect Strangers, Paolo Genovese, will be visiting South Africa in November to attend the fourth annual Johannesburg Italian Film Festival (JIFF).

Six of Genovese’s films will be screened for free over the three-day event, and the director will travel to South Africa to open the festival. During his stay, Genovese will also host a Q&A session at AFDA with young South African filmmakers, the aim of which is to exchange and inspire ideas. Genovese is one of Italy’s most successful contemporary directors.

In 2016 he was awarded both the David di Donatello award at the Venice film festival, as well as the award for best screenwriter at the Tribeca Film Festival, for his film Perfect Strangers. Entry to the movie screenings is free, on a firstcome, first-served basis. Films will be screened in Italian with English subtitles.

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Need to Know

Local Is Lekker!

17 TH NOVEMBER LIEFDE BY DIE DAM, MEERENDAL, DURBANVILLE

Great news for music lovers in Cape Town!

The popular Liefde By Die Dam concert that is held annually at Emmarentia Dam in Johannesburg, will now also be presented in the Western Cape. Liefde By Die Dam (Love At the Dam) strives to serve as a platform to showcase the best local music.

The program features music for young and old, which makes it an ideal day out with your family or friends.

Eight top South African artists and bands – including Die Heuwels Fantasties, Francois van Coke, Spoegwolf, Tarryn Lamb, and Sunset Sweatshop – will be performing, while popular Afrikaans comedian Schalk Bezuidenhout will be the MC. For your day out at the dam there will be a delicious range of South Africa’s best artisan food traders, or you can bring your own picnic baskets.

Liefde By Die Dam will also be teaming up with Liefde Wen (liefdewen.co.za) to collect blankets for the less privileged, so bring along your own picnic blanket and leave it behind after the concert.

Tickets are available from Computicket.

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Entertainment to the Streets 1 ST TO 11TH NOVEMBER THE CAPE TOWN BUSKERS FESTIVAL, V&A WATERFRONT, CAPE TOWN

The popular Cape Town Buskers Festival returns to the V&A Waterfront with an entertaining dose of comedy, physical theatre, dance, music and allround crowd-stopping talent as buskers from the international festival circuit join local performers in a celebration of street art. The Buskers Festival, a family event, is now in its third year. Previous editions have showcased acts such as a chainsaw-juggling monocyclist from Europe, a rather politically incorrect comedian from Canada, a plastic bucket one-man-band from Spain and a mime from Argentina. The local talent matches up with soccer styling stars, unexpected musical virtuosos, riel dancers, acrobatic actors and more.

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A Hundred Years of Creativity UNTIL 14TH DECEMBER CENTENNIAL: A CENTURY OF SOUTH AFRICAN ART, THE SANLAM ART LOUNGE, JOHANNESBURG

When looking at Botha’s devastating Butterfly Box, Kentridge’s eerily abandoned Stadium, the perpetually discharging pistol of Van der Merwe’s Gaste and the #RhodesMustFall reference behind Mudariki’s The Model, one begins to think art might be the most truthful documentation of a nation’s history. And if so, what does Sanlam’s Centennial exhibition say about the transformation of SA? The exhibition commemorates Sanlam’s centenary and is unique in its objective to showcase SA history. Curator Stefan Hundt takes visitors on a journey through the last 100 years, with guided tours available by appointment on set dates. It is a journey that brings one face-to-face with chapters of colonial hegemony, political repression, a triumphant democracy and the economically unbalanced society that followed. For more information, email stefan.hundt@sanlam.co.za.

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Bits & Pieces

Passport Power

Winged Coconuts

Moo-velous Pampering

Japan has overtaken Singapore to claim the top spot on the 2018 Henley Passport Index, having gained visafree access to Myanmar in October.

Japan now enjoys visa-free/visa-onarrival access to 190 destinations, compared to Singapore’s total of 189.

Japan and Singapore have been neckand-neck on the index since they both climbed to 1 st place in February – following a visa-exemption from Uzbekistan – and pushed Germany down to 3rd place for the first time since 2014. Germany shares the 3rd spot with South Korea and France – all have a visa-free/visa-on-arrival score of 188. In Africa, the Seychelles, Mauritius, and South Africa hold the top three spots. The Seychelles and Mauritius are the only countries in Africa that have shown positive growth over the past decade. South Africa is currently 52nd on the list with access to 102 countries.

Iraq and Afghanistan continue to hold the bottom (106th) spot, with only 30 destinations accessible to their citizens.

Energy drink Red Bull has recently unveiled its 2018 Summer Edition Coconut & Berry flavour. Red Bull The Summer Edition Coconut & Berry, which delivers a smooth and fruity take on the taste of the classic Red Bull, will hit shelves this summer – but you better hurry to try it out as it will be available for a limited time only. Offering the same benefits of Red Bull Energy Drinks, Red Bull The Summer Edition Coconut & Berry provides the wings needed for the summer season. The energy drink has an initial coconut taste profile, which then blooms into a fruity berry finish that’s fresh, floral and creamy.

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Dinner & A Movie

The Ritual of Great Food Ritual Cafe in Linden, Johannesburg, recently added a selection of new dishes to its menu that are quickly becoming firm favourites amongst its patrons.

Fresh options on the menu include: baby marrow carpaccio topped with capers, feta and basil; a haloumi burger; brisket Prego; and a decadent chocolate ganache.

In addition, seafood, soups and casseroles are regulars on the weekly specials board.

“We have also expanded our offering and diners can pop in throughout the day for

a fresh slice of carrot cake and a coffee, while on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, senior members of the Linden community are welcome to enjoy lunch at a discount of 20 %,” explains Julia Kunstler, proprietor of Ritual Cafe. Plus, regulars will be thrilled to note that many of the favourites that Ritual Café is known for – including burgers, curries and fig ice-cream – are still on the menu. Follow Ritual Café Linden on Facebook or call +27 83 451 3535 for reservations.

Peppermint This action thriller tells the story of young mother Riley North (Jennifer Garner), who wakes up from a coma after her husband and daughter are killed in a brutal attack on her family. When the US judicial system frustratingly shields the murderers from justice, Riley sets out to transform herself from

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ordinary citizen to urban guerrilla. Channelling her rage into personal motivation, she spends years in hiding honing her mind, body and spirit to become an unstoppable force – eluding the underworld, the LAPD and the FBI – as she methodically delivers her personal brand of justice.

Vriesenhof Unwooded Chardonnay 2017 Because it rhymes with George “Cloonay”. And with Oprah “Winfray” and Katy “Perray”. So what do these deliberately misspelt names rhyme with? Chardonnay of course – the almost popular varietal at Vriesenhof Vineyards. Jan Coetzee’s toil and perseverance saw the Chardonnay take root on the slopes outside Stellenbosch, and a new generation of winemaker in Nicky Claasens has been tasked to take Vriesenhof into the future.

Like Jan Coetzee, Claasens too refuses to curate wines to suit trends.

“We see ourselves as caretakers of the vines and believe that if our grapes are at home in the soil, they will tell their own story.” The Vriesenhof Unwooded Chardonnay 2017 highlights the playfulness of this varietal. It is light and bursting with fruit, a true expression of its terroir. The Vriesenhof Unwooded Chardonnay 2017 is available from Makro and Ultra Liquors for a recommended retail price of R100.

Turn it Up! / The long-awaited solo album of Asanda Mqiki, one of South Africa’s most talented and versatile vocalists, has finally dropped. It’s news that will thrill local and international fans alike – pre-orders have been received from as far afield as the UK, Nigeria, New Zealand and the USA. The album, entitled Nobakithi, comprises nine tracks, two of which are radio edits.

Mqiki’s musical style is eclectic and most often described as Afro-Jazz – of which this album is a showcase. The tracks on the album are an eclectic mix of soul, funk, reggae, jazz and traditional African music, and it is certainly an album that will be treasured by her fans – and sure to bring her many more.

Mqiki is renowned for her stage presence and energetic performances. So it made perfect sense for Nobakithi to be recorded live in front of an enthusiastic audience, at the Savoy Theatre in her home town of Port Elizabeth. The album is subsequently imbued with signature

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Mqiki magic, but it also contains the polish and quality of a studio sound thanks to the work of sound experts Lineout Productions & F# Music.

The album begins with “Mbulelo”, a tribute to Mqiki’s parents and their ancestors. The track features driving traditional rhythms and mbaqanga guitar playing by Ben Badenhorst.

“Nobakithi”, the title track, co-composed with drummer Thoba Goba, is the story of a young girl who leaves home to make it in the big city. “‘Nobakithi’ is my mom’s favourite song and the first time I performed it for my family they loved it. That moment felt like it was a blessing for the song, because when I finally decided to introduce the song to an audience, they loved it.

That feeling and experience has shaped my career ever since,” Asanda explains.

“I’ve Got You” is a Mqiki classic – a love song of pure happiness – while “Naughty Pirate” showcases the fun side of Mqiki’s song-writing abilities.

All songs feature the full band of Thoba Goba on drums, Mthokozisi Mabuza on keys, Qaqambile Qingana on synths, Grant Allison on electric bass, Joash Soobramoney on saxophone and Kamva Goba on percussion. Guest guitarist Ben Badenhorst makes an appearance on two tracks as well.

“Since I went solo in 2013, I have looked forward to the time when I could record my music, sharing it with as many people as I can. This album is a tribute to the rich tapestry of where I have come from and the people whose lives have woven their stories with mine to build the current picture,” Asanda concludes.

The album is available for digital purchase and/or streaming across platforms including iTunes, CD Baby, Google Play and Spotify. CDs can be ordered via www.asandamqiki.com. / asanda.mqiki @asanda_mqiki asandamqiki

Surfing Their Way to a Better Life

Waves for Change

The idea that experiencing the ocean on a surfboard can be beneficial to both one’s physical and mental health should be obvious to anyone who has experienced the joys of surfing. Studies have proven surfing not only has the ability to improve a person’s mood, it can also alleviate stress and depression. Surfing is used by many programmes around the world as a way to help individuals cope with mental and physical illness. At the beginning of this year, South African programme Waves for Change was recognised with the Laureus Sport for Good Award for their work using surf therapy to help children across South Africa.

Text: Julie Graham & Waves for Change Images © Waves for Change

/ Waves for Change provides a child-friendly mental health service that combines surfing, as well as access to safe spaces and caring mentors to help children living in some of South Africa’s most unstable and violent communities.

The programme is committed to helping youngsters impacted by emotional and physical trauma in order to increase their long-term prospects for social acceptance and inclusion. The programme reaches close to 1,000 children each year, operating at five sites in Cape Town, East London and Port Elizabeth.

Many of the participants experience high levels of violence, both in their homes and in their communities. There are over 150,000 active gang members in Cape Town alone. Young South Africans from violent communities where gangs run rampant and poverty is a very real problem experience up to 15 traumatic incidents a year, compared to their UK or US counterparts who are said to only experience between three and five in a lifetime. This kind of continuous trauma has a massive effect on the way youngsters behave, learn, and respond to their environments. Perpetuating cycles of violence, engaging in high-risk behaviour (mostly sexual) and poor attendance at school are all commonplace, fuelling social exclusion.

Waves for Change founder Tim Conibear, originally from Oxford in the UK, has been passionate about surfing

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for years, and wholeheartedly believes in the psychological benefits of being in the water. After studying, he started working at the Harlyn Surf School in Cornwall, where he was first exposed to the notion that positive social and mental development could come from surfing.

This was made even more evident in his work with mentally handicapped children from a nearby school. After a few trips to South Africa, he started taking youngsters from the local townships with him to the beach to surf. He quickly found that the bond formed between them was unbreakable, and that their response was something that could not be ignored.

With the assistance of Waves for Change co-founders, Apish Tshetsha and Bongani Ndlovu, they developed the programme in Cape Town’s Masiphumelele township and started getting more and more kids into the water.

Speaking about the programme, Conibear explains: “Surfing is a sport that requires time, patience, perseverance, and commitment to learning. It is not an easy feat. The rewards, however, are enormous, and the idea of proving to yourself that you can achieve goals that at some point you didn’t believe were attainable, creates a sense of self-worth – something most of the youngsters from these violent communities lack.”

Waves for Change has created and developed a unique form of therapy that combines surfing with humanistic

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and cognitive behavioural approaches designed specifically for youths who have learning and behavioural problems (often due to exposure to emotional and psychological trauma). The programme is delivered by coaches and mentors who are often from the same communities as the kids. They are trained specifically with skills that teach the children how to cope with stress, whilst at the same time helping them to build trusting relationships and foster a positive self-image.

Lwandile Mntanywa (21) is one of the programme’s success stories. Growing up in an abusive home and being regularly exposed to violence from a young age resulted in Lwandile developing acute symptoms of anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. He started surfing with Waves for Change when he was 14 years old. As a result of the programme he turned his back on gang life and went on to complete his school education.

After graduating from school, Lwandile completed his lifeguard qualification and is

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now back at Waves for Change as a coach, mentoring the next generation of surfers with the skills he has acquired through his own experience.

Lwandile’s passion for surfing has helped him to deal with his past. “Your past doesn’t go away; it’s always on your mind. But when I am surfing I feel strong, I feel like things are possible. It is important for me to share this with the kids from my community, I am a role model and I want to inspire them to make positive life choices.”

Waves for Change is making remarkable strides in implementing change in these violent communities and, since their inception in 2011, they now have a collection of mental health and developmental professionals, as well as an ever-growing team of trainee auxiliary youth care workers, who also surf. The programme is a massively positive step in changing the cycles of violence in communities where gangsterism is rife and the opportunities for success are rare.

One of the most celebrated achievements at Waves for Change is the number of girls who are now attending, with female participation close to 40 %. At the start of the year, Waves for Change also launched a pilot programme in Liberia, its first international initiative outside South Africa.

When asked about the future, Conibear says: “It is our goal to keep building new Waves for Change sites in communities lacking in mental health services. The success of the programme proves that surfing is a legitimate tool for social change, and has genuine therapeutic qualities that we are beginning to understand in more depth. We want to make surfing and surf therapy available to as many at-risk children and young adults as possible.”

Conibear and his team are doing game changing work, and the positivity they are inspiring in the youth of this country is remarkable. For more information on how you can support them visit www.waves-for-change.org or follow them on social media @WavesforChange. /

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/ Le programme s’engage à aider les jeunes qui sont touchés par des évènements traumatiques émotionnels aussi bien que physiques, de manière à améliorer à long terme leurs perspectives d’inclusion et d’acceptation sociale.

Ce programme touche environ 1 000 enfants chaque année, et fonctionne sur cinq sites divisés entre les villes du Cap, d’East London et de Port Elizabeth.

Bon nombre de participants sont victimes de niveaux élevés de violence dans leurs foyers et dans leurs communautés. Les jeunes sud-africains vivant au sein de communautés violentes dans lesquelles les gangs sévissent et où règne la pauvreté font l’expérience d’une quinzaine d’évènements traumatisants chaque année, par rapport à leurs homologues au Royaume Uni ou aux États-

Unis qui n’en subissent que trois à cinq dans leur vie entière. Ces traumatismes ininterrompus ont un effet dévastateur sur le comportement des jeunes, la manière dont ils apprennent et la façon dont ils interagissent avec leur environnement.

La perpétuation des cycles de la violence, l’adoption de comportements à haut risque et une fréquentation scolaire irrégulière sont monnaie courante.

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Le fondateur de Waves for Change Tim Conibear, qui est originaire du RoyaumeUni, est un passionné de surf depuis des années et croit de manière inconditionnelle aux bienfaits psychologiques de l’eau.

Après avoir fini ses études, il a travaillé à l’école de surf Harlyn en Cornouailles, période durant laquelle il a été pour la première fois exposé à l’idée qu’un développement social et mental positif pourrait découler de la pratique du surf.

Ceci se fit encore plus évident lorsqu’il travailla avec des enfants d’une école des environs souffrant de troubles mentaux. À la suite de plusieurs visites en Afrique du Sud, il commença à emmener des enfants des townships à la plage pour faire du surf.

Il réalisa rapidement que le comportement en résultant était tel que l’on ne pouvait pas l’ignorer. Avec l’aide des cofondateurs de Waves for Change Apish Tshetsha et Bongani Ndlovu, un programme fut mis en place dans le township de Masiphumelele au Cap et l’on commença à voir de plus en plus de jeunes dans l’eau. « Le surf est un sport qui requiert du temps, de la patience, de la persévérance et un engagement à apprendre. Ce n’est pas une mince affaire. Mais les avantages sont toutefois considérables et l’idée de se prouver que l’on peut atteindre un but que l’on croyait hors de sa portée à un moment donné crée un sentiment de valorisation, ce qui est

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quelque chose qui manque à la plupart des jeunes issus de ces communautés violentes, » explique Conibear.

Waves for Change a permis de créer et de développer une forme unique de thérapie qui associe la pratique du surf avec des approches humanistes et cognitivo-comportementales conçues spécifiquement pour des jeunes qui ont des difficultés d’apprentissage et des troubles du comportement. Le programme est mené par des coaches et des mentors qui sont le plus souvent issus des mêmes communautés que les enfants. Ils apprennent aux enfants à faire face au stress tout en les aidant à établir des rapports avec les autres et à cultiver une image plus positive de soi.

Lwandile Mntanywa (21) est l’un des exemples de réussite du programme. Ayant grandi dans un foyer violent et ayant été exposé à une brutalité régulière depuis son enfance, Lwandile manifestait des symptômes sévères d’anxiété et stress posttraumatique. Il commença à surfer avec Waves for Change à l’âge de 14 ans. Grâce au programme il échappa au milieu des gangs et réussit à terminer sa scolarité. Après l’école Lwandile est devenu un sauveteur qualifié et fait maintenant partie de l’équipe de Waves for Change en tant que coach et encadre la prochaine génération de surfeurs grâce aux compétences acquises par le biais de sa propre expérience.

La passion de Lwandile pour le surf l’a aidé à faire face à son passé. « Ton passé ne disparaît pas ; tu l’as toujours à l’esprit.

Mais quand je fais du surf, je me sens fort ; j’ai le sentiment d’être à la hauteur. Il est important pour moi de partager ça avec les enfants de ma communauté ; je suis un modèle pour eux et je veux les amener à faire des choix de vie positifs. » Waves for Change réalise des avancées remarquables pour transformer les cycles de violence dans les communautés dans lesquelles le gangstérisme est courant, mais les chances de succès sont rares.

L’un des succès les plus célébrés de Waves for Change est le nombre de filles qui font maintenant partie du programme, avec une participation avoisinant 40 %. « Notre but est de continuer à établir de nouveaux sites de Waves for Change dans les communautés dépourvues de services de santé mentale. Le succès du programme démontre que le surf est un instrument légitime en matière de changement social et qu’il possède de véritables vertus thérapeutiques. Nous voulons que la pratique du surf et la thérapie par le surf soient accessibles au plus grand nombre d’enfants et de jeunes adultes à risque possible, » conclut Conibear.

Pour plus amples informations, visitez le site www.waves-for-change.org ou retrouvez-les sur les réseaux sociaux @WavesforChange./

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THE STAY & STRAY HOLIDAY Every December, the streets of Jozi go quiet as holidaymakers venture out of the metropolis on an annual pilgrimage to the seaside. What many don’t realise, however, is that the City of Gold is complete heaven in summer. The city boasts one of the best summer climates in the world, treating those who stay behind to warm, sunny days, incredible electric thunderstorms and a plethora of magnificent displays of blooming flowers that transform the urban forest into a colour feast for the senses.

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/ So, if you happen to be losing sleep over forgetting to book that Airbnb in Umhlanga in time for the holidays, sweat no more. Not only are there loads of great options right here in the big city, there are also a ton of great bucket-list getaways within close proximity that will make you grateful you decided to stick around for the summer.

why not catch the steam train which runs from Johannesburg to the Magaliesburg station once or twice a month?

For more information on the town of Magaliesburg and the surrounding area, visit www.magaliesburgtourism.co.za, and for information on the steam train rides, go to www.reefsteamers.com for train schedules and the like.

MAGALIESBERG Less than an hour from the big smoke, one can experience the overwhelming beauty of the Magaliesberg. Located approximately 70 km from Johannesburg, the Magalies mountains are some of the oldest in the world – they are 100 times older than Everest – and stretch for over 120 km, separating the Highveld to the south, from the bushveld savannah of the north. Because of the mountains’ unique geology, expect to see gushing waterfalls, deep gorges and gullies and a whole range of forested areas covered in a variety of flowers and ferns that burst with colour during spring and summer.

There are a range of attractions in Magaliesberg that offer activities for both the chilled staycationer, as well as the thrillseeker in search of something a little more adventurous. From hiking and fishing, to abseiling and mountain biking, there is something for everyone. Accommodation also ranges from luxury five-star hotels and lodges to self-catering cottages and camping – the area has something for everyone. And if you don’t feel like driving,

PARYS Approximately an hour’s drive from Joburg is the quaint historical town of Parys in the Northern Free State, known for its arts and antiques, and neighbouring berry and olive farms that are a delight in the summer. The unique topography and geology of the area, along with the presence of the mighty Vaal River, result in a diversity of flora and fauna, and hiking trails are an excellent way to forget about the hustle and bustle of the big city and revel in the beauty of nature.

Sunset game drives in the wildlife conservancies and surrounding areas are a must for bird lovers – around 256 species of birds can be found in the area. A good way to experience all that Parys has to offer – apart from horseback riding, river rafting and the many activities offered – is a hot-air balloon ride to enjoy panoramic views of the magnificently scenic countryside. It is safe to say, “I love Parys in the summertime!”

For more information on Parys accommodation and the range of activities offered, visit www.parys.co.za.

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DULLSTROOM If you fancy a bit of fly-fishing amongst majestic mountains and spectacular views, Dullstroom is a hands-down winner for fishing enthusiasts, and is a great option for a staycation close to home. Known most famously for the six F’s – fly-fishing, fireplaces, flora & fauna, food and fresh air – Dullstroom is the perfect retreat and is only a two-andhalf-hour drive from the big city. The town is a must-see during spring and summer when bright yellow arum lilies and 120 other species of indigenous wildflowers carpet the region in a kaleidoscope of colours. The village and farm environment are a perfect way for families to bond and take in the plethora of sites. In terms of the fishing, it is undoubtedly South Africa’s fly-fishing

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capital, and offers the very best of still water and river fishing where brown and rainbow trout are plentiful!

For more information on Dullstroom activities and accommodation, visit www.dullstroom.co.za.

PILANESBERG If fishing and flora don’t capture your fancy and it’s the Big Five you’re after, Pilanesberg National Park is situated between two to three hours’ drive from Johannesburg. With healthy populations of leopard, lion, buffalo and elephant, you are guaranteed to catch a glimpse of each. Thickly forested ravines, bushveld, and rolling grasslands create a spectacular landscape, and because the park exists quite uniquely in a transition zone – between the arid Kalahari and

the wet Lowveld – it offers an incredible variety of flora and fauna that don’t commonly exist together. This is a mustsee for nature- and animal-lovers and a magnificent staycation getaway!

For more information on the Pilanesberg National Park, as well as their wide range of accommodation and activities, visit www.pilanesbergnationalpark.org.

Staycations have loads of benefits.

Not only is sticking around for the Festive Season easier and more affordable, it will also give you a chance to unlock your own province, explore, and find some of your home town’s best kept secrets. So, when the masses take to the roads this summer and head to the coast, why not bid them adieu and enjoy the perks of being a tourist in your own province. /

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KEEP IT KOLOURFUL As South Africa’s leading wine brand in the UK, Kumala focuses on the distinctiveness of South Africa, and celebrates this vibrant nation’s variety. The brand’s ‘Keep It Kolourful’ campaign taps into this spirit, and is brought to life by artist Maaike Bakker, who pours life into the wonderful, everyday Mzansi moments we share.

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/ Kumala selects the finest varietals from 14 diverse regions, and creates versatile wines full of character. After an ideal growing season characterised by cool nights and warm, dry days – resulting in intensely flavoured grapes bursting with colour – the 2018 vintage promises to be an exceptional collection.

The Reserve Range has launched with the Chenin Blanc, Pinotage and Sauvignon Blanc varietals, with more to be added in the future.

The Kumala Reserve Chenin Blanc is “tropically relaxed” – think honey badger hogging a neighbour’s Jacuzzi. But if you are a seasonal summer Sauvignon

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Blanc drinker, you can prepare for the Kumala Reserve to barge in with blazing rays of sunglass-melting citrus brightness.

The Kumala Reserve Pinotage reveals a bit of smoky fruitiness, with all the balance of a brazen oxpecker on a wildebeest’s back.

The Kumala Reserve Range is available online, in the South African International Airports’ Big 5 Duty Free, as well as at Cape Town’s Rockwell Hotel and the Cellar Door at Flagstone Winery in Somerset West. The Kumala Zenith Range is available in over 800 Checkers stores Nationwide.

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CHILDREN The Coalition for Children Affected by AIDS is fighting to ensure that children and adolescents affected by this disease receive the global attention and help they so deserve.

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/ All children have the right to life – the right to be given the chance to live happy, healthy lives where they can thrive in their schools, communities and families. The right to no longer be made to engage in demands that exceed their young years, nor be ravaged by disease and plagues of ignorance. Sadly, the situation for children facing major global pandemics like HIV/ AIDS continues to be a major struggle.

Whilst huge progress has been made, and continues to be made, in the world-wide fight against HIV/AIDS, the developments for children and adolescents are lagging behind and the epidemic risks are at an alltime high. The facts speak for themselves, and are truly frightening.

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According to UNICEF’s Seventh Stocktaking Report, 2016: • Children living with HIV (aged 0–4) face the highest risk of AIDS-related death compared to all other age groups.

• Only half of HIV-exposed babies are tested for HIV by the recommended age of two months.

• Of the 1.8 million children under 15 living with HIV, only half are on treatment.

• More than 100 adolescents (10–19) died of AIDS every day in 2015.

An increased focus has got to be placed on this extremely vulnerable population, who are the very rock of our society’s future and deserve to be a top priority in the struggle against the disease. Children in every single region of the world are faced with the very real struggle presented by HIV/AIDS. As South Africans, we know this all too well. This includes those millions infected by the disease, but also those at the risk of infection and those suffering the massive consequences of having a family

member or someone close to them with the disease.

Enter The Coalition for Children Affected by AIDS (The Coalition) – a truly exceptional group of global donors, United Nations agencies, non-governmental agencies, and independent experts whose main concern is the lack of attention being paid to these children. Founded in 2005 with just five founding members, The Coalition now has 23 UN agencies, NGOs, donors and academic organisations as well as four Ambassadors (experts of their own experiences with HIV/AIDS who represent those affected at a grassroots level). The Coalition aims to ensure that children and adolescents receive the global attention they so strongly deserve in order to survive and to thrive at home, in their schools and in their communities.

I recently had the privilege of meeting a remarkable and passionate woman by the name of Corinna Csáky, manager of The Coalition. Csáky lives in the United Kingdom,

and began working with children in extreme poverty in Ecuador over20 years ago. Since then, she has lived and worked with children and families in Ethiopia, Sudan, South Sudan, Colombia and Peru, and continues to be deeply inspired by both the tragic injustices facing these children and their incredible resilience and ability to spearhead change despite their dire circumstances.

Julie Graham (JG): What does The Coalition do?

Corinna Csáky (CC): The Coalition advocates better policies, practices and funding for children affected by HIV/AIDS. We host influential global conferences, speak at major HIV events, compile critical evidence, produce cutting-edge reports, and make expert recommendations towards major global policies and decisions. We also support a growing number of Ambassadors from HIVaffected communities around the world to speak at the global level.

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JG: What have been some of the key challenges faced in getting your message across?

CC: A key challenge has been to persuade others that it takes more than medicine to tackle HIV/AIDS in children. Children need a range of biomedical, social and economic support to enable them to avoid and survive HIV/AIDS. For example, in order to take HIV medication, a child needs a healthy diet and the support of an informed parent or carer. Using critical scientific evidence and speaking alongside families living with HIV/AIDS themselves, The Coalition, together with our friends and partners, has successfully influenced many major donors

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and policy-makers to acknowledge the importance of supporting the “whole child”.

The key challenge now is to find the resources to deliver this holistic approach. As part of this we must persuade those working other issues – social equality, education, health and poverty – to target children and families in areas of high prevalence of HIV. We need to pool our resources and expertise so that the HIV sector and other international development sectors work together more effectively for children.

JG: What have been some of the most memorable moments of your time in The Coalition?

CC: Our Ambassadors from South Africa, Uganda and Malawi are cherished members of The Coalition. The first time I saw them speaking at a global level so passionately and effectively – about personal stories as well as complex policies – I was tremendously proud, both of them and of the work that our other members do to support them.

JG: What are some of The Coalition’s goals in the near future?

CC: A central goal for 2018 is to harness the momentum around the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) [see sidebar] for the benefit of children and families

WHAT ARE THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS (SDGS)?

The SDGs are a United Nationssponsored effort to create a common set of development goals for all communities in every country, with a deadline for attainment of 2030.

The idea is to get governments, aid organisations, foundations and NGOs on the same page about what global problems most urgently need to be solved, and how to measure progress and solutions.

For a full list of the goals, visit www. un.org/sustainabledevelopment/ sustainable-development-goals.

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affected by HIV. Governments have committed to delivering the SDGs and we are developing a range of tools to help people working at all levels – from the community to the global level – to support their governments and to hold them to account, with and on behalf of children affected by HIV/AIDS. JG: What is your message to global leaders?

CC: Children affected by HIV/AIDS are central to achieving commitments to international development, HIV, and human rights. These can only be achieved by providing children and families in areas of high HIV burden with an effective combination of medical, social and economic support. Listen to these children and their communities, and support them to be champions of change.

JG: How can our readers help?

CC: The public plays a vital role. Firstly, they can donate to any reputable charity supporting children and families in areas where HIV/AIDS is prevalent – this could be a local community organisation or a global charity.

Secondly, they can join any campaign actions proposed by these charities, such as signing a petition or writing to their political representatives. And finally, they can talk about and promote inclusive, empathetic and equal views in their own families and communities and tackle the stigma associated with HIV/AIDS. For more information, and to read more about the brave Ambassadors and their personal stories, please visit www.childrenandhiv.org. /

Love & Note Making Banele Khoza

2017 and 2018 have been big years for Banele Khoza. 2017 saw the artist securing the Gerard Sekoto Award at the ABSA Art Gallery for his series Note Making. In the same year, he also won the South Africa Taxi Foundation Art Award. Prior to this, he exhibited in a number of group shows and art fairs. In February this year Khoza presented his third solo exhibition, titled LOVE?, at the Smith Gallery in Cape Town. The series consisted of 49 pieces and embodied his personal journey in examining love, the feelings that come with it, and the ways in which it is expressed.

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/ Banele Khoza, who hails from Hlatikulu in Swaziland, is one to keep an eye on in the world of art. He moved to South Africa in 2008, and later enrolled at the London International School of Fashion (LISOf) in the UK for a year. Upon his return, Khoza completed a Fine Arts degree at the Tshwane University of Technology. When asked whether he grew up in an artistic family, Khoza says that this was not at all the case. His mother is science-focused and his father a businessman. Still, the artist was certain about what he wanted to do. “I was a strong-willed child,” he says.

“I knew that I would pursue a creative career, so I insisted on creative studies.”

INSPIRATION EVERYWHERE Much like writers, it is not uncommon for artists to go through periods of feeling uninspired and unable to produce work they feel is sufficient. For Khoza, constant conscious observation of his environment means he is always filled with inspiration. “I listen more than I speak,” he notes, “so I am able to take in more, then give back with my work.” He also uses public transport, which allows him to be immersed in real life, he says.

Khoza’s work has an emotive theme throughout. His pieces make use of ample colour and are figurative to the core. The human form is conveyed in

some way or another in a large number of Khoza’s works, both in an abstract and direct way. Much of his work is internally inspired. Khoza says that to his 2017 series Note Making drew its inspiration from the idea of masculinity − an issue he has found himself battling internally. The artwork in this series examines the idea of male nudity both, in the South African context and globally. “I appreciate the freedom I get from living in South Africa, tackling gender norms and also the idea of painting,” Khoza says.

When asked what advice he would give to other local artists trying to break into the industry, Khoza emphasises the

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importance of owning one’s narrative.

He also strongly believes in exploring all of one’s interests. “They shape you as an artist,” he says.

His favourite self-produced artwork is The Perfect Bride. It is a new piece that explores the idea of perfection and the fact that things are not always as they appear.

As well as finding inspiration from internal feelings and struggles, Khoza also looks up to other artists whom he says push him to his limits. He names Zanele Muholi and Moshekwa Langa as two of his favourite artists, both of whom

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he knows personally. “They have had an incredible lengthy journey over the past years − which I aspire towards myself.”

A FASHIONABLE COLLABORATION To add to his impressive list of achievements, this December Khoza is collaborating with the Trenery Guild, a project which sees South African artists and craftspeople teaming up with the Australian clothing brand. The project is a celebration of craftsmanship and excellence − two of the Trenery brand’s core values. For this project, Khoza has

produced a unique artwork inspired by Trenery’s December colour palette and patterns. This piece has been printed on a silk scarf which will be gifted to selected qualifying customers when making another purchase. “I am so honoured to have worked on this collaboration with Trenery,” Khoza says. “I studied fashion at LISOF and to be able to merge my two passions – art and fashion – on a project like this has been a dream come true.”

The Trenery Guild collaboration with Banele Khoza will be in stores from 8th December 2018. /

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Where the Grass is Always Greener

Exploring KwaZulu-Natal Despite being South Africa’s third-smallest province, KwaZulu-Natal is a multi-cultural destination with a wealth of attractions that show off some of the country’s finest assets.

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/ With literally something for everyone, the Kingdom of the Zulu stands tall amongst its counterparts, and has made a name for itself as a traveller’s paradise. From some of the country’s most popular beaches to the dramatic mountainous landscapes of the Drakensberg, KwaZulu-Natal is unlike any other province, and has solidified itself as a firm leader in the South African tourism space. Here are just a few (of many) of the top attractions that keep discerning travellers coming back for more.

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UKHAHLAMBA-DRAKENSBERG PARK The uKhahlamba-Drakensberg Park, a World Heritage Site, spans a whopping 243,000 hectares and is renowned for its plethora of breath-taking mountain peaks and wide open spaces. Just two hours from Durban, this spectacular natural site is a playground for hikers, climbers, bikers, riders, boaters and the like. It is a premier eco-tourism destination and rich wildlife sanctuary. Hiking through the rocky gorges, steep river valleys, golden sandstone ramparts and huge basaltic buttresses is a spiritual experience.

The abundance of overnight caves and rock shelters also reveal the most concentrated group of San paintings in Africa south of the Sahara.

ISIMANGALISO WETLAND PARK This isn’t an area one can visit for the day – the iSimangaliso Wetland Park covers over 220 km of coastline, bringing together eight interlocking ecosystems and ten incredible destinations.

Another one of KwaZulu-Natal’s UNESCO World Heritage Sites, this astonishing park is home to mountains, grasslands, forests, wetlands, dunes, beaches and some of the world’s finest coral reefs. Some well-known destinations in the park include Lake St Lucia, Cape Vidal, Kosi Bay and Lake Sibaya – the largest freshwater lake in South Africa.

Spend a few days or longer exploring this incredible area, and be part of one of the most diverse African wildlife and outdoor experiences imaginable.

THE MIDLANDS MEANDER No visit to KwaZulu-Natal is really complete without a meander through the Midlands. Thousands of people flock to this scenic part of the country each year to weave their way through the assortment of arranged routes that offer all kinds of amazing sights, sounds and activities. The arts and crafts route, started in 1985 by a group of like-minded artisans, runs for approximately 80km from Rietvlei in the east to Dargle Valley in the west, and is jam-packed with over 160 places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and play. From beer brewers, cheese makers and herb growers, to potters, artists and weavers, there is no time to be bored on this route.

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A RESORT OF ALL SORTS S�ay, play, relax & unwind

Phakalane Golf Estate Hotel Resort is a 4 star resort located in the heart of Gaborone’s premier Golf Estate, which encompasses spacious accommodation with extraordinary panoramic views of it’s international 18-hole championship golf course.

Though a 4-star, built to 5-star standards the 80 roomed Hotel and 8, 3 bed roomed self-catering apartments are the epitome of sheer comfort and deluxe precedence.

Being the only International standard 18 Hole Championship Course in Botswana the Golf Estate thrives to provide golfers with an exceptional golfing experience.

Furthermore, various conference, wedding and private function packages, as well as venues, are also available to suit all traveller requirements.

HLUHLUWE-IMFOLOZI PARK Here, in the heart of Zululand, the Big Five can be found at the oldest game reserve in Africa. The HluhluweImfolozi Park is a historical destination and world-renowned for its white rhino conservation project. Covering 96,000 hectares, game viewing is the prime attraction, and visitors to the park have the opportunity to see animals at close range from either guided game drives

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or from the two self-guided auto trails.

Guided walks are also an option and a great way to get up close and personal with the African bush.

SODWANA BAY Whilst Sodwana Bay makes up a part of the iSimangaliso Wetland Park, it certainly deserves a mention of its own.

Located on an untouched stretch of the eastern seaboard, it is one of the most

beautiful and diverse sections of the country’s coastline. Forests and oceans teem with rare and protected animals and it is said that here, Africa’s renowned Big Five become the Big Six with the majestic humpback whale joining its four-legged friends. A diver’s paradise, Sodwana Bay is home to endangered marine megafauna, including manta rays, orange-spotted groupers, potato cods, whale sharks, white sharks and

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blacktip sharks. Classified as one of the top dive sites in the world, the complex reef structures as well as 700 m deep valleys and submarine canyons stretch over a distance of 2 km.

SANI PASS You’ll need your passport for this one!

Considered to be the mother of all South African mountain passes, Sani Pass was once an old mule trail that descended from the highlands of Basutoland in Lesotho to KwaZulu-Natal. In 1955, a young man by the name of David Alexander had a dream of driving a 4x4 up the pass, and it has since been a favourite pastime amongst adventurers from all over the world.

The most iconic gravel pass in the country, it is a challenge, but the dramatic scenery and an altitude of 2,876 m above sea level makes it worth it. Take your passports and enter the Kingdom of Lesotho, and enjoy a well-deserved ice cold beer at the “Highest Pub in Africa” at the top.

For more information, visit KwaZuluNatal Tourism at www.zulu.org.za./

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fashionistas with a host of A-listers taking full creative advantage of the “All Things Spring” theme.

GIMC 2018 would not have been complete without the star-studded line-up of the main show, held at the national stadium. Headline acts included Nasty C, Prince Kaybee, Lady Zamar, Vee, and DramaBoi, with Somizi and Loungo Andre Pitse as the hosts

for the evening, ably assisted by Flavo Dome’s Sadi.

GIMC 2018 turned out to be the best version of the festival yet, and it brought life to Gaborone, an otherwise laid-back city. Budweiser was on tap, as the main sponsor of the show, and we are already looking forward to GIMC 2019, which will run from 31st August until 7th September 2019. Pop it in your diary now! /

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Clifton – Hout Bay is not over-populated with expensive hotels and over-priced guesthouses, making it the perfect escape from the maddening crowds during Cape Town’s peak summer season.

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there are unique personal touches in all their properties, setting them apart from the rest. Having both been a part of the travel and tourism industry for over two decades – Johann as an active member in the booming aviation industry in Cape Town – they know a thing or two about making a space welcoming and giving guests the best experience possible.

“We have called Hout Bay our home since 1999. This quirky village has everything one needs, and yet is so close to the city that you feel like you’re part of Cape Town, while still maintaining that village atmosphere,” Johann says. “So it was a natural move, when we started our new business, to offer accommodation in Hout Bay. The first spacious apartment in the DK Villas portfolio is tastefully furnished, with magnificent views, and is situated in the heart of Hout Bay village – the perfect setting for an idyllic home away from home.

“And then we decided to widen our scope. So another trendy apartment, also in the Hout Bay village, was added. This modern apartment caters for all, whether businesspeople or holiday makers.”

The former is known as Harbour View Hout Bay and is a stunningly renovated, modern and spacious three-bedroom, fully-furnished apartment situated in a secure complex. The apartment is the perfect setting for an idyllic holiday home and offers stunning ocean and mountain views towards the Sentinel and Karbonkelberg, and across the village to the harbour. Close to the beach and a literal stone’s throw from shops, restaurants and coffee bars, it offers guests the opportunity to explore the best of Hout Bay on foot.

The apartment can accommodate a maximum of six guests – it boasts one main bedroom with en-suite bathroom and two additional double rooms with a shared bathroom. The entrance hall leads to a spacious, open-plan dining room, lounge and kitchen. The veranda that leads off from the lounge is sheltered by expansive sliding glass panes, meaning that guests can enjoy the al fresco space even if the weather is not permitting – great for those gusty days!

For those who love to cook, the kitchen is a gourmand’s haven. Caesarstone quartz countertops are fitted throughout

the open-plan kitchen, with state-ofthe-art SMEG appliances at every turn.

The kitchen also has a washing machine and tumble dryer and all the equipment one can imagine for a comfortable stay.

Just off the kitchen, the lounge area is plush and cosy with a larger-than-life, flat-screen HD TV with DStv package, ideal for nights curled up watching a good movie. The large wooden dining room table seats up to eight people and is also the perfect way to spend an evening with loved ones enjoying a home-cooked meal – something you just can’t do at a hotel.

Harbour View Hout Bay ticks all the boxes for a memorable stay that epitomises everything we love about self-catering. It is a warm, inviting space that transforms into your home for as long as you choose to stay. The De Kocks have managed to create a space that marries comfort and homeliness with modernity and style.

And that is no easy feat. For an escape to the seaside that you won’t forget, make DK Villas Harbour View your very own luxury home away from home.

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Mining, Africa, and the Future

Mining has long been one of the most profitable businesses in Africa. From copper to gold, diamonds, and Tanzanite, digging into the vast lands of Africa has yielded some of the most sought-after materials in the world.

Indwe takes a look at different African mining nations, as well as what the future holds for this precious industry.

Text: Paula Rabeling Images © iStockphoto.com NAMIBIA Mining accounts for 25 % of the income in Namibia, and the industry does not seem to be slowing down. Late last year, Namibia’s finance minister, Calle Schlettwein, explained in a parliamentary speech that the economy of Namibia will continue to grow in 2018 as the mining sector emerges from years of contraction, and the impact of the severe drought eases.

One commodity that is looking promising is copper. According to market research firm, BMI Research, in their Global Industry Review, positive production growth for the copper-mining industry is expected with a prediction of 5.5 % a year between 2017 and 2021.

BMI commodities analyst Molly Shutt explains that this positive outlook on copper is due to the international demand for the resource, and new mines launching

operations across Africa. Due to worldwide demand new copper-mining projects are not only commencing in Namibia, but also in Botswana.

BOTSWANA While copper may be on the international radar now, for centuries a certain sparkly gem has captured the awe of the world – and Botswana is a country well-known for it.

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With the gold price stabilised at a reasonably high level, new technologies that need cobalt and copper, as well as exciting new mining projects, the economies of African nations still rely heavily on mining.

Since the 1970s, the mineral industry has dominated Botswana’s economy, with diamonds leading the way. The quality of diamonds mined in Botswana is worldrenowned. Recently, Lucara Diamond Corporation of Canada announced the excavation of a monumental diamond from its mine in Botswana. It weighed in at 327 carats. And it is not just its size that has impressed the mining and gem communities – the giant gem happens to be an exquisite and rare top white gem diamond.

The country is also looking to expand to its neighbours. Botswana Diamonds and Vast Resources are teaming up to explore the possibility of diamond mining in Zimbabwe. According to Andrew Prelea, CEO of Vast CEO, this project was fuelled by the interest of the new government of Zimbabwe in opening up the country for business. According to a statement by John Teeling, Botswana Diamonds chairman, Zimbabwe has “excellent” diamond potential. For those interested in the mining and investment potential in Africa, this project is one to watch.

ZIMBABWE Botswana Diamonds and Vast Resources are not the only companies interested in what Zimbabwe has to offer the mining sector.

Investors have reportedly been encouraging Caledonia Mining, an African-focused company, to look into expanding into Zimbabwe due to the recent regime change and proposed business opportunities.

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In fact, in April, Patrick Chinamasa, Zimbabwe’s finance minister, said that the country is looking to sell shares in 35 stateowned firms, including telecoms and mining entities, in order to revive the economy.

GHANA With a nickname like the Gold Coast, it is quite obvious that gold is the top mining commodity of Ghana. This West African nation is the eighth-biggest gold producing country in the world, and is still strongly focused on its mining sector.

It is, however, not just Ghana itself who is focused on gold. South African company Gold Fields and Canada’s Asanko Gold are joining forces to develop the new Asanko Gold Mine in Ghana.

And it is not only the new mines that are gaining traction. AngloGold Ashanti Ltd will reopen its Obuasi mine after years

of battling incursions by illegal miners.

Ghana approved a plan to redevelop the mine as a more profitable, mechanised operation. According to AngloGold, the mine is expected to start gold production by the third quarter of 2019.

MINING AND THE FUTURE With the gold price stabilised at a reasonably high level, new technologies that need cobalt and copper (such as electric cars), as well as exciting new mining projects, the economies of African nations will continue to rely heavily on mining in the future.

Mark Buncombe, group head of mining and metals for Standard Bank, confirmed this when he told Mining Review: “The centrality of mining to the development of the continent means that 2018 is likely to be a watershed year in the ongoing growth story of Africa.” /

DADDY ISSUES

Fathers Need to Get Involved in Their Kids’ Lives The first 1,000 days of a child’s life are crucial. During this time the foundations for optimum health, rapid brain growth and child development are laid. New mothers undergo enormous emotional and physical changes in this time, too.

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/ South Africa has made great strides in prioritising these first 1,000 days since it adopted the National Integrated Early Childhood Development Policy in 2015. It has also embarked on a number of initiatives that focus on improving maternal, new-born and child health. But an important factor is missing from these efforts: the role that fathers have to play, particularly during the early stages of their child’s life.

We’ve been conducting studies on fathers since 2003 in collaboration with other university and civil society organisations.

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Our studies have found that “fathers” aren’t just biological parents. Very often, they are other important men in a child’s life: a grandfather, an uncle, a mother’s partner, a teacher, pastor or a benevolent man in the community.

Only about 36 % of children in South Africa live with their biological fathers. Our research nevertheless suggests that the vast majority of men want to be involved in their children’s lives, even if they live far away or are too poor to support their children as they would like to. These issues of distance and poverty, as well as other

social factors, must be tackled so that men are able to be fathers. That’s because having involved, engaged fathers benefits everyone: the child or children, the child’s mother and the father himself.

SCIENCE SAYS DADS MATTER There is evidence that men experience hormonal and other changes if they have the opportunity to be involved with a partner’s pregnancy. Their testosterone levels decline and synchronise with the hormonal levels of the mother. This is to reduce men’s aggression and make them

more likely to be involved and protective towards their partner and their child.

Fathers can also play an important role in providing practical and emotional support for the mother by encouraging positive health behaviours that indirectly affect pregnancy and foetal development.

This is associated with increased child birth weight, and lower rates of preterm birth.

For example, father involvement during pregnancy can encourage mothers to seek prenatal care earlier, eat more healthily, exercise more and avoid alcohol, drug abuse and smoking.

Fathers also remain enormously important in the period after childbirth.

Studies have shown that they influence vital decisions, such as whether women breastfeed, how long they breastfeed, and how timeously they register their infant’s birth.

Fathers who are involved in their partner’s pregnancy and the early days of their child’s life are more likely to remain involved throughout the course of that child’s life, and likely to take on shared child care and responsibility.

When fathers are involved, others

benefit too. Research shows that father involvement is linked to greater maternal satisfaction and lower rates of maternal depression. And, crucially, positive father engagement is associated with higher educational achievement, higher selfesteem – especially among girls – and lower levels of machismo among boys.

WHAT HOLDS DADS BACK But there are a number of barriers to father involvement in the first 1,000 days.

These exist at many levels: individual, family, societal, institutional and policy.

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The main barrier is the high rate of children living away from their fathers, principally because of unemployment and poverty. Other reasons are migrant labour, family conflict and past or present incarceration. A child’s parents may have separated or divorced.

In South Africa societal factors such as the high rate of male deaths due to violence and the HIV epidemic play a role, too. Cultural practices such as payment of costs related to inhlawulo (essentially about acknowledging paternity and granting permission to a man to be involved in the life of a child born out of marriage) and lobola – bride price – may prevent willing but poor fathers from being involved in their children’s lives.

Negative perceptions of men in South Africa are also a huge barrier. Common stereotypes include men being absent, unfeeling, uninvolved, violent, disengaged, uncaring and “macho”.

Another factor is that healthcare services, especially during pregnancy and early childhood development, are targeted at women since they’re considered children’s primary caregivers. Facilities seldom cater for the inclusion of men.

POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS South Africa needs strategies for reaching out to fathers early and more effectively. But messages, interventions and service delivery to get men more

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involved need to be tailor-made to suit specific father groups. For example, young fathers still at school need support to acknowledge paternity and to negotiate involvement with his partner’s family.

Poor men who can’t financially support their children must be reassured that their children value their presence and interest as much as any material provisions.

and family responsibilities. This can be done by promoting equal parenting between mothers and fathers. Countries that involve fathers in pregnancy and early childhood, and give shared parental leave from work, such as Sweden, show the benefits of being and having engaged parents.

Social-media promotion, advertising positive fatherhood messages on

Healthcare facilities and workplace environments need to be family-focused, not only mother-child centred.

Policies and programmes should be put in place to facilitate a better balance of work

billboards, and taking fatherhood messages and services to places and events that fathers frequent, such as football matches and car washes, could also be effective. /

A HABOURFRONT ICON Mariner’s Wharf, Hout Bay

Rich in history and pulsating with character, Mariner’s Wharf must be Hout Bay’s greatest asset. As the pioneer of habourfront developments in the Southern Hemisphere, Mariner’s Wharf is now in its 34th year and continues to captivate visitors with its unique array of history, delicacies, curios and collectables.

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/ There is an air of excitement as seagulls proudly parade along the pier and fishermen offload their morning’s catch. Lobster trawlers bob gently in the water, their cargo of crates and nets piled high, while in the distance a group of minstrels begin their morning song and dance. It is a mix of all that a hot South African summer’s day encapsulates, while Mariner’s Wharf, situated at the entrance to Hout Bay harbour, offers visitors a truly eclectic experience.

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Stanley Dorman conceptualised, created and developed Mariner’s Wharf after visiting the USA in 1974 where he was inspired by the hustle and bustle of the San Francisco habourfront. He decided to use his knowledge of several decades in the fishing industry to create something similar in South Africa.

Having grown up in Hout Bay, this seemed the obvious location for his masterpiece.

He started assessing waterfronts around the globe and his

vision began taking shape. He wanted something very different, that was typically South African, and authentic to the Cape.

After ten years, his thoughts evolved into Mariner’s Wharf, Africa’s very first habourfront emporium.

Mariner’s Wharf is now worldrenowned and made up of an impressive complex of outlets specialising in seafood and maritime products. The Wharf as a whole serves as a sort of working museum, with the antique shop crammed

full of most things maritime, including a remarkable array of items ranging from old carved whale’s teeth, maps and bells to shipwreck artefacts, menus and postcards.

The Wharf is also home to a seafood factory, as well as the Fisherman’s Wharf Fishmarket, where the remarkable hull of the original 1940s trawler, The Kingfisher, welcomes one inside. The Fishmarket is stocked with delicious delicacies, including internationally renowned Cape Coast smoked snoek, which is produced at the factory’s smokery.

Adjacent to the Fishmarket is Ye Olde Wine & Liquor Locker, the fist bottle store in South Africa to be licensed for Sunday trading. Stocking an extraordinary range of local wines, beers, liquor and imported liqueurs, one can even buy special bottles of wine made exclusively for Mariner’s Wharf, presented in fish-shaped bottles.

Through extensive visits to waterfront harbours in places like Tokyo, Seattle, Sydney and Reykjavik, Dorman acquired an unrivalled collection of maritime memorabilia, much of which he used as décor in the Wharfside Grill restaurant.

The Wharfside Grill has a distinct

historic maritime theme and a walk through the restaurant is an absolute must, as memorabilia from days gone by dangle, decorate and delight visitors plucky enough to dodge the busy tables to look around.

The Grill, which is divided into precincts – namely Foredeck, Captain’s Quarters, Midships and Long Room, plus six private dining cabins – also boasts a sundeck for al fresco dining, and the Crayclub Bar where speciality drinks are served. Each of the six themed dining cabins is individually decorated with artefacts from famous liners, or with pieces of maritime history.

The Grill’s menu is extensive and extravagant, stocking a “cargo of goods” ranging from Hout Bay chowder and fresh oysters, through to succulent fish and exquisite desserts. The food is indulgent and utterly delicious, and Dorman takes pride in the well-developed menu, using the slower winter months to experiment with new dishes. With the Winter Value Menu Dorman gives his chefs the opportunity to try new things. Should these prove popular, they may become permanent features on the summer menu.

In season, as many as 10,000 visitors a day pass through Hout Bay, and the 350-seater restaurant hosts up to 1,800 customers a day. That’s a right cargo-load of meals!

The Wharfette Seafood Bistro is where it’s at for tasty take-outs. But be warned, because the Bistro’s reputation stretches as far as the horizon, so does the queue on busy days.

Mariner’s Chest is the official stockist of Republic of Hout Bay Passports and overflows with ocean treasures, shells, and souvenirs. And in the Pearl Factory, visitors can harvest their own pearls by picking an oyster and cracking it open. If they so desire, the shop manager will set the shimmering sparkler in gold or silver, as a dazzling reminder of their treasure hunt.

Recent developments include freshlymade sushi direct from the Fishmarket, the launch of Olde Seadog Draught Beer, and an on-site bakery producing the Wharf’s famous seed loaves and biscuits.

Given the ongoing popularity and achievements of Mariner’s Wharf, it is certainly well worth a visit, besides being situated in one of the most beautiful bays in the world. /

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/ “I’ll be the first to admit that my exercise and wellness routines are disrupted when travelling,” says Ryan Potgieter, General Manager for Flight Centre Business Travel.

“What’s evident though, is that more business travellers around the world are getting better at incorporating exercise and wellness into their trips, be it by requesting accommodation with gyms, spas, and a close radius to yoga or boxing studios, or by wellness-related activities like listening to music and reading for pleasure on the trip.

“Extended hours on a plane and pushing through longer days with less sleep in an unfamiliar environment adds a lot of wear and tear on the mind and the body,” he adds. “Travellers recognise that their mental well-being and health directly affects their daily performance.”

If you’re gearing up for your next business trip and want to make sure your health stays in tip-top shape, it’s easier than you think with these simple tips from Flight Centre Business Travel.

TIP #1: START BEFORE YOU LEAVE Get into a healthy routine well before your trip. If you go with a positive mindset, already feeling good about yourself, you will face less of a resistance from your mind and body to keep it up. You’ll find it much easier to make healthier choices in a new environment, if it is already a habit.

TIP #2: EXERCISE WHERE YOU STAY Draw on your travel experts’ knowledge and partnerships by requesting accommodation options like

Intercontinental Sandton, with smartSTAY inclusions such as complimentary access to the fitness centre and pool area where you can swim a few laps after a busy day. You could also look for a local yoga, dance or fitness studio online, and allocate exercise time into your calendar or daily planner as a task to tick off, much like a meeting or conference.

TIP #3: TRY IT AS TEAM BUILDING If you are on a trip with your sales team, encourage them to set aside times for runs or work-outs together. It’s great to keep each other motivated and you can even make it part of your team building. Ask your travel expert to add some sightseeing activities into the itinerary, as well as a few adventurous, fun-filled endeavours outside of the city. Do it with the whole

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team as a reward for hitting targets, or build client relationships by inviting them to join you too.

TIP #4: DON’T HESITATE TO MEDITATE As much as it’s important to keep your body in tip-top shape, don’t forget to look after your mind. Being on the go elicits stress that your mind will need to process, so it’s important to set aside some time to “declutter”. Save some go-to meditation audios or podcasts that you can listen to on your phone between appointments.

Download meditation apps such as the Mindfulness App or the Aura App. TIP #5: WHAT YOU PUT IN IS WHAT YOU GET OUT If you’re in a hotel, commit to ordering at least one healthy meal a day and request fruit to go with your morning coffee.

Add this to your daily list of things to do alongside your business engagements.

Make a promise to yourself to switch out at least one unhealthy habit for the duration of your trip. Say “no” to buffet bread and fizzy drinks during your time away.

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Opt for hotels that encourage healthy eating, like smartSTAYS’s Park Inn Cape Town, which offers complimentary fresh fruit at breakfast and unlimited bottled water.

TIP #6: WALK IT OUT Try to walk as much as you can, when you can. If you find yourself with time to spare, squeeze in a little sightseeing on foot or, better yet, ask your travel expert

what they can recommend. You could also download Visit a City. This mobile travel app is very clear about the distance between two destinations and how to get from point A to B. The best part? It’s free and works offline.

At the end of the day, one of the best ways to stop your wellness routine from unravelling is to make sure that you have the time to nurture it, Potgieter concludes. /

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Mercedes-Benz A-Class It’s been 21 years since the first Mercedes-Benz A-Class was launched and we have certainly come a long way since then.

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/ The first-generation Mercedes-Benz A-Class, launched back in 1997, was not what one would consider a raging sales success. If not only due to it toppling over during a moose test, it could be argued that the car was just too ahead of its time.

Nevertheless, Mercedes-Benz thankfully went back to the drawing board with the third generation A-Class back in 2013 and produced a product that would go on to sell three million units.

IN THE LOOKS DEPARTMENT The third generation saw a drastic change in design that attracted a younger buyer to this compact hatch.

Now, the entirely new fourth generation cues the brand’s next step in its design

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philosophy, called Sensual Purity, which Mercedes describes as purist and surface-accentuating.

Although lighter, the new car is bigger than its predecessor – 120 mm longer, 16 mm taller, and 6 mm wider. It has a sportier yet more mature look about it, and this is precisely what Mercedes-Benz set out to achieve aiming to offer a product with more utility value.

BEHIND CLOSED DOORS It feels like you could be sitting in an S-Class when you hop into the A-Class cabin, and that’s because, well, much of the technology found in the S-Class has trickled down into the brand’s entry-level offering. The build quality is noticeably

more upmarket, and if you owned the previous generation, you would notice the improvement of visibility in this model.

Thanks to taller and squarer windows, visibility is 30 % better. Customers should also be happy to know that the luggage capacity has been increased by 29 % to a total of 370 litres.

When it comes to the technology offered in this premium hatch, there is nothing quite like it on the market just yet (BMW plans to launch Personal Assistant in March 2019). The new MBUX multimedia system, which underpins the infotainment system, utilises a rather impressive voice control system that can be activated with the words: “Hey Mercedes”.

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that one phrase, you can adjust the air conditioning, send a text message, heat your seats, or find the quickest route out of heavily congested traffic. What’s even more impressive is that, thanks to artificial intelligence technology, the system will learn and adapt to suit the user.

As Mercedes-Benz’s Marketing Director, Selvin Govender, says: “You shouldn’t have to adapt to your car, your car should adapt to you. In fact, your car should be just like you. With the new A-Class, achieving this is as simple as striking up a conversation… making it the ultimate intelligent companion.” Another impressive bit of technology is what Mercedes-Benz calls “Augmented Reality Navigation”, which effectively uses a live camera feed of the road ahead and displays this with overlaid road names, direction arrows and other useful information, making navigation that much easier.

THIS ONE OR THAT ONE? You have a choice of two variants, namely the A200 and the A250 Sport.

A diesel model is expected in South Africa in early 2019. Both the A200 and the A250 boast new engines with a 1.33-litre unit powering the A200 while a 2.0-litre engine sits under the bonnet of the A250 Sport.

With 120 kW of power and 250 Nm of torque pushing the A200, this small engine provides more than enough oomph.

The throttle is responsive, and with minimal lag, this engine is up to the challenge of being a daily commuter.

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It starts to show some of its weaker points when heading out on the open road as it gets a bit noisy at the national speed limit, but not enough to completely put buyers off. The ride quality will make up for any shortcomings of the engine, which is something previous A-Class owners will welcome. Mercedes-Benz predicts that

FINAL SAY The new A-Class has brought a new standard of luxury to the premium hatchback market with technology only experienced in significantly more upmarket vehicles. It now has a wow factor. It looks better, drives better, and overall, offers customers a more mature

four out of five A-Class models sold will be an A200. If it is a sporty thrill you are after, however, you could consider the A250, but then again, you could also wait for the AMG offerings that will arrive in 2019.

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The Last Brother

By Andrew Gross 1930s New York City. Three brothers grow up poor on the Lower East Side, until the death of their father forces them to find work to support their family. Each brother takes a different path. Twelve-year-old Morris Rabishevsky apprentices himself to a garment manufacturer with the aim of running the business. Sol, six years older, heads to accounting school but is forced to drop out. Scarred by a family tragedy, Harry falls under the spell of the charismatic Louis Buchalter, who in a few short years becomes the most ruthless mobster in town. Morris convinces Sol to go into business with him, but Harry can’t be lured away from the glamour, power and money of the mob. As their business grows, Buchalter sets his sights on the unions that control the garment maker’s factories, setting up a fatal showdown that could bring them together or shatter their family forever

Odyssey of a South African Opera Singer

By Musa Ngqungwana It is a difficult undertaking for any human to escape the cycle of poverty, but to do so from one of the world’s most complex political systems, with a brutal history of segregation and deprivation, is nothing short of a miracle. Not only did Musa Ngqungwana manage to extricate himself from his impoverished past, but he found his way to the great opera houses of the world, attaining immense success in an affluent art form that bears no resemblance to his upbringing or culture. Odyssey of an African Opera Singer is a captivating story of Musa’s journey from SA’s townships to the world’s stages.

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Meet the Crew Have you ever wondered who is flying the plane when you travel on SA Express? Or wanted to know more about what a job as a cabin crew member is like? Well, now’s your chance! Every month we will introduce a few members of our SA Express family, because by getting to know them, you become part of the SA Express family too.

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Sibongile Mphomela Cabin Crew Member Length of Service With SA Express: Seven years Tell us more about yourself.

I am from a small town in Limpopo called Groblersdal.

I am an introvert. I absolutely love cooking and reading, and my favourite authors are Jodi Jodi Picoult, Zakes Mda, Lesley Pearse, Dudu Busani Dube and Khaled Hosseini.

When the opportunity arises I also love to travel.

What is your favourite part of your job?

Working with different people every day. Being an introvert, this job takes me out of my shell. It requires me to be adaptable to different people and their preferences. Being a cabin crew member takes me out of my comfort zone.

What do you find most challenging about your job?

Being a service provider you always have to strive to meet the service expectations of our passengers. At times it’s above the call of duty, lending an ear to someone who is going through a tough time. Emotional intelligence is important in our line of work. Every individual is different and you have to put service before self.

What do you like about working for SA Express?

We are a small company. We know each other by name not by the uniforms we wear. Thanks to the routes we fly, we also have flexible hours – I’d never survive long haul flights.

What would people find surprising about your job?

The pass mark for our training is 90%. Our training requires a lot from us.

Have you ever had any funny incidents or encounters on board?

I was briefing an unaccompanied minor about our emergency exits and what to do in the event of an emergency. Before I could finish my briefing this young man raised his hand and said: “Relax lady, I fly more than you do!” Defeated, I asked him to brief me seeing that he’s so well-travelled. And that’s just what he did – He confidently briefed me and covered all aspects of the briefing.

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Airline information SA Express fleet

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.

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: 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

SA Express’ aircraft are made by Bombardier Aerospace

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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 domestic and regional flights on the Q400.

Passengers will be permitted cell phones, e-readers and electronic

(PED’s) will apply to all CRJ700/200 and DH8 to use PED’s such as 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, two-way 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

Special services Special Meals Passengers with special dietary 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. Only available on selected flights.

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 in the aircraft cabin, cabin baggage may be placed in the Skycheck at the aircraft for hold stowage.

Skycheck This is the airline’s special hand-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.

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 checkedin luggage, to a maximum of 20kg ($400) 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 re-brand 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.

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. Light snacks will be served on selected 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.

We fly for you About us SA Express is a domestic and regional, passenger and cargo carrier which was established on 24th April 1994. The airline has since become one of the fastest growing regional airlines in Africa with route networks covering major local and regional cities.

SA Express plays a significant role in the country’s hospitality, travel and tourism industry and is a vital contributor to the country’s socioeconomic development.

SA Express prides itself in 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. With our consistent and seamless service, our customers can be assured of stellar customer service that will exceed their expectations.

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.

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Flight schedule

PLEASE NOTE: THE SA EXPRESS OPERATES AN ACTIVE FLIGHT SCHEDULE THAT CHANGES AS AND WHEN CAPACITY IS ADDED TO A ROUTE OR WHEN A PARTICULAR ROUTE IS RETURNED TO SERVICE. THIS PRINTED SCHEDULE IS THEREFORE SUBJECT TO REGULAR DAILY REVIEWS AND MAY BE AMENDED FROM TIME TO TIME. FOR UP-TO-DATE CHANGES TO THE FLIGHT SCHEDULE VISIT WWW.FLYEXPRESS.AERO

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Passenger Letters Dear SA Express Since I started flying with SA Express, I have always received outstanding hospitality.

I know there is a lot of bad publicity about you, but I think it’s always and only fair to also focus on the positives. Time schedules have been honoured of late and you need to be complimented for that. I have missed your understanding and your professionalism when it comes to your customers. I booked with another airline recently and I was five minutes late for check-in. Despite trying to explain the reason for my lateness to the lady at the front desk, I received terrible treatment – which reminded me that that would not have happened at home (SA Express).

I will forever keep you in my prayers during this difficult time when you are really doing your best to regroup and be your best again. Rest assured, your service will never go unnoticed. I had my first experience flying with you and I will always be with you.

Kind regards Thabo Alexander Lelibana Congratulations to Thabo Alexander Lelibana who wrote our winning letter this month, and walks away with a Lite-Shock Sport suitcase.

Dear SA Express This message is to pay a compliment to Sethunya Gaonyadiwe. Her service and helpfulness were amazing, and she did everything with a smile and complete pleasantness. She is a credit to the airline and an absolute pleasure to deal with.

Please take this message as a true compliment to a really wonderful lady.

Thank you, Mike Benigson

Do You Have Something to Say? Let us know what is on your mind by sending an email to customercare@flyexpress.aero.

Letters may be edited, shortened or translated from their original language.

The writer of the winning letter in the December edition of Indwe will receive a Samsonite Fuze suitcase valued at R2,999.

Samsonite’s Fuze collection introduces a new generation of easy-access luggage.

Its name draws inspiration from the meaning of the verb fuse (/fju:z/), and literally joins the best of innovative hard-side and soft-side technology into one. Its moulded frame ensures thorough protection, along with its stable and smooth-rolling wheels, while its soft panels enable great flexibility both through the expandability gusset and practical outside pockets. For the two cabin sizes, this innovative approach has led to a new dimension of easy-access cabin luggage, offering spacious front and back pockets. For stockists and more information, visit www.samsonite.co.za, follow @samsonitesa on Instagram, or call +27 31 266 0620.

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