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2 WEEKLY SA MIRROR OPINION Friday 11 March 2022 UKRAINE - RUSSIA WAR At the borders leading from Ukraine into the “mighty” west, race plays a crucial role, as has always been the tragic case. There have been two lines of fleeing immigrants: a brown line of Africans and non- Europeans and a white line of the caucasian Ukrainians WAR PROVES ‘AFRICA ON ITS OWN’ CHASM: A South African living in Germany, decries apparent racism exposed by war in Ukraine, pointing to two lines of fleeing immigrants on war front – brown line consisting of Africans and non-Europeans, and a white line of the caucasian Ukrainians… By Tebogo Bodibe-Deppe NATO and, indeed, the world at large. Freiburg, Germany The leading nations of the Global North, the Mid-January this year, my 15-year-old son EU, North America, the Isles of the United King- Modise returned home from school and shared the dom and the global community appear to have been news that we need to start preparing for the war, caught off guard. because the Russians were coming. China, on the other hand, seems to have been He warned me and my husband that the Rus- consulted and considered by Putin and Russia, giv- sians were going to start bombing Ukraine and that en that the war officially, conveniently and public- we should be ready for war. ly, commenced once the Beijing Winter Olympics 2022 Games had ended. Interestingly, the schools in some parts of Germany had started discussing the possibility or It is clear that President Putin was not willing probability of war with the younger school children to, at any cost spoil the big global party of his reli- in order to proactively prepare them for the worst- able comrade, political supporter and chief spon- case scenario. sor, and, dare I say, partner-in-crime, China’s Xi Jinping. At the time, little did we realise that this pos- sibility would soon turn into one of the worst hu- Whilst the heads of states and officials from manitarian disasters of this modern century. Europe, the wider global north and its allies boy- cotted the Beijing Winter 2022 Olympic Games, I kept asking myself quietly, and, together with Putin was there to both stand in solidarity with his my husband, we kept wondering, how one pre- comrade in the face of the West’s rejection of Chi- pares for the war in 21st century, in a supposedly na. And, also to presumably discuss the finer and advanced, superior, sophisticated and civilised Eu- final details of the war with his Chinese comrade. rope? One is compelled to ask what the European Where would one start, what would one tackle leaders and those of North America were think- first, and, then do what next? Three weeks later, we ing strategically and planning to action, if or rather are still unable to answer this pivotal question. when in the event of Putin attacking and decimat- ing Ukraine. The question is, was the West and Quite frankly, I believe that we, as a family, NATO ready for any possible action from Russia? were not alone in our unpreparedness to face, expe- rience and hopefully survive this unlikely and im- CONTINUED ON P7 probable war of Ukraine, Eastern Europe, Western Europe, the “developed world”, American Allies,

Friday 11 March 2022 NEWS 3WEEKLY SA MIRROR TALENTED SA ACTRESS HITS BIG TIME IN NEW YORK CREATE: She is passionate about empowering people to improve themselves By Thuli Zungu ership, impact and contribution to writing. She AWARD WINNER: South African Actress and Singer, Refilwe Maitisa A young South African actress and singer, Re- later directed and staged a new play in less than filwe Maitisa, is flying the South African flag 24 hours at the annual 24-Hour Play Festival at high in New York, USA. Tisch. A niece to Don Laka, the world renowned “I’m passionate about creating and being part musician, Maitisa, 24, bagged top awards at New of the projects that empower, encourage and en- York University – one of the top 3 acting schools lighten people to rise above where they are into in the world. Through her achievement she has something better. I choose to do this through proved the English saying that “an apple doesn’t singing and acting. fall too far from the tree” as she strives to imitate her uncle in the arts world. “I’m motivated by the innate desire to see a vision come to life. A vision coming to life means She recently graduated top of her class, that there is transformation and transformation summa cum laude, from the prestigious New means that lives are changed”, she says. Maitisa York University’s Tisch School of the Arts with a is no stranger to these achievements. In 2019, Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Drama and Minor she made her Off-Broadway debut in the original in the Business of Entertainment, Media & Tech- musical Humanity’s Child which was staged in nology. Maitisa was also awarded the Drama New York. Banner Bearer Award for top Student in Leader- ship and Academics at Tisch Drama, Outstanding She can be seen in the South African block- Achievement in Studio Award for The Classical buster film, Zulu Wedding which won the Pan Studio, for acting, University Honours Scholar African Film & Arts Festival 2020 award for Best and selected by Tisch as the Student Representa- Narrative Feature. She played the role of Young tive for Tisch Drama. Lungile Sabata. Maitisa says after completing matric with six distinctions in 2015 from Craw- After giving her speech at her graduation, the ford College, Lonehill in South Africa, she went Associate Chair of the Drama Department, Na- to study at The American Academy of Dramatic than Flower said : “It is clear that Refilwe has Arts in Los Angeles, USA and received an Asso- exemplified the artistic, collaborative and com- ciate Degree in Drama before transferring to New munity values and ideals that our drama commu- York University. nity strives to practice.” At high school, she was named a Top 10 The Director of The Classical Studio, Daniel Vocalist at the South African Talent Champion- Spector, lamented, “Will there ever be another ship in 2014 and chosen to attend the 64th Actors, like her again?” Maitisa was nominated for the Models & Talent for Christ SHINE Conference in Princess Grace Award in 2021 - a national award Florida, USA, where she received 3rd Place recognizing extraordinary emerging artists in the US. Maitisa applies her creativity in various ar- Overall Female Teen Actor Award and 3rd tistic ways. She was awarded the Josh Goldfaden Place Overall Teen Singer Award. Maitisa was Award at the New York University for her lead- the first student to win the Crawford’s Got Talent show in 2011 at the age of thirteen and she later wrote the school’s first official song. TONIGHT’S THE NIGHT AT NIGHT CLUB TABOO NIGHTSPOT: Plan to elevate patrons’ By Gugu Sibiya “We note with sadness the passing of yet an- experience to giddy levels… Like the proverbial phoenix bird ris- other talent in DJ Dimples. Death is more pain- ing from ashes, Johannesburg’s favourite ful for those left behind. The dead are already at REOPENING: Taboo, Sandton-based night club hangout,Taboo, has reopened its doors – two peace. The virus took a lot from us, our families years after it closed down. and friends” laments a still grieving Yannie. The Sandton-based night club was, like most “Taboo was my brother’s treasured baby, his entertainment venues around the country, se- flagship business that looked after the family. He verely affected by covid-19 and its subsequent loved it, and it brought him so much joy. A joy he lockdown in 2020. extended to his patrons. We want to continue that legacy. Our clients must forget the pain we’ve all Taking over the reins of Taboo, Yannie Cou- gone through. troulis, says: “When Covid-19 happened, my late brother, Chris, being the caring person he “What I’ve really missed the most is plan- was, temporarily closed down the club. He was ning parties every week, ensuring that they are looking out for his staff and protecting his cli- different and better than the last one. It livens us ents. up. It’s been the longest holiday I’ve ever had so, I’m raring to go. “At the time, we thought we would be off for three months. We were still reeling from that “Today is also saying hello to clients after when Chris contracted covid-19. He was on the a two-year absence, and, goodbye to Chris. Our mend when he suffered a heart attack and died focus is to elevating Taboo to its former glory,” last year. That was a devastating blow to the fam- he says about the 18-year-old Joburg’s popular ily,” Coutroulis says, narrating events that broke nightspot. the camel’s back. ‘‘My brother and I were fortunate to reach The club may have delayed its opening, but that 18-year milestone. Most clubs rarely achieve Yannie says clients will appreciate it was worth that feat. It’s a dog-eat-dog industry out there, so the wait. “We were supposed to open last week, I don’t take this privilege for granted. My wish but, out of respect for a big personality like is to go on for a while longer, if only to make my Ricky Rick and his relationship with Chris, we brother proud. Maintaining a high standard is a moved it to tonight. priority. In this business, you’re as good as your patron’s last amazing experience.”

4 WEEKLY SA MIRROR NEWS Friday 11 March 2022 SA MAN FORCED TO TAKE COVID JAB BOTSWANA BORDER - IN A COMA: ACTION : Family INSET: The front page of The Voice Botswana, which RAPPER: Slikour, whose crew briefs lawyer broke the story about the South African man’s plight. member was reportedly forced to sue Botswana government to take Covid-19 booster jab. By WSAM Reporter a creative workshop held in Gaborone. rived in Botswana after the incident. yet.” Nyanga also confirmed to The Voice news- A South African citizen is in a coma fighting According to the newspaper, Mbongani was “According to our source close to the mat- paper that the ministry was handling the case. “Yes, it’s true that the ministry is handling the for his life after the Botswana government alleg- forced to take the jab to enter Botswana and soon ter, the family has engaged a private lawyer to case in question.” edly forced him to take a COVID-19 booster jab thereafter he complained of a headache that got explore the possibility of a legal suit against the when he landed at the International Airport. so intense that he fainted and was immediately Botswana Government,” The Voice reports. Nyanga further told The Voice newspaper that rushed to hospital for medical assistance. investigations were at an early stage and the min- According to The Voice newspaper the man, The Ministry of Health and Wellness in the istry was not in a position to make a conclusive identified as Bongani Mbongani, suffered a He was taken to Princess Marina Hospital department of Public Relations office has con- statement if the client’s condition was related to stroke, swelling of the brain and has been coma- and after negotiations with the local Minister of firmed the Incident and has revealed that the Bot- the medicine taken or not. He also told The Voice tose shortly after his arrival in Botswana since last Health and Wellness he was admitted to the Inten- swana Government was taking full responsibility newspaper that there were no side effects of the week Friday. The Voice reports that the Botswana sive Care Unit. for the incident. Responding to questions posed Covid 19 booster jab when probed for answers. Government will take responsibility for the com- by The Voice, Christopher Nyanga, the ministry’s plications he suffered. The publication reports The promoter, who had booked the crew to spokesperson said it was the ministry that took the Generally, Covid 19 vaccine was not known that Mbongani arrived in Botswana with his crew, Botswana is quoted as confirming the incident, patient for medical facilitation. to have deadly side effects. But that could be de- among them, the popular rapper Slikour, to attend but refused to divulge the details surrounding this termined after investigations if the vaccine caused incident to The Voice newspaper. The promoter “The patient is currently hospitalized and the the side effects or death. also confirmed that Mbongani’s mother had ar- total amount of the bill has not been computed A TOTAL OF 39 PEOPLE DROWN IN FLOODS LAUD: Police lauded for their efforts in searching for the victims under difficult conditions FLOODED AREAS: 39 people died of drowning inci- By Frank Maponya members of the police’s search and rescue team dents in Limpopo this current rainy season Police in Limpopo are deeply concerned about who were activated, managed to retrieve the body from a depth of around three metres deep. the many incidents of drownings involving adults and children in the province. Scheepers said since the beginning of the rainy season to date, a total of 39 people including minor At least 39 people have lost their lives due to children had lost their lives to drownings under dif- drowning in the province since the beginning of the ferent circumstances. rainy season. Major-General Jan Scheepers, Act- ing police commissioner in Limpopo, has height- “Some of the victims have drowned when their ened the appeal to parents and guardians as well motor vehicles were swept away by strong waters as community members at large to safeguard and after the drivers had attempted to cross the flooded protect children and also exercise extreme caution low bridges while others, especially children, have during rainy seasons. lost their lives to drowning while swimming, be it in streams, rivers, dams, swimming pools and in According to Scheepers, the latest incident manholes” . Scheepers further urged communities took place on Sunday in Praktiseer near Burgers- to turn the situation around to stop the drownings fort when a 12-year-old boy drowned in a huge hole by knowing where their children were playing, as that was reportedly dug up by a road construction well as educating the children to desist from swim- company. He said the incident was only reported a ming in hazardous waters. “People must exercise day later and police divers who were dispatched to extreme caution when walking or driving in flood- the scene had managed to retrieve the body from a ed areas,” he warned. depth of about five metres deep. “I also want to take this opportunity to com- In another incident similar which happened a mend members of the search and rescue unit of the day earlier in Ntsima village near Sebayeng east of police who spend sleepless nights and days con- Polokwane, a ten-year-old boy was swimming with ducting search and rescue missions in rivers, dams, friends when he drowned. mountains, manholes, pit toilets and streams. Continue doing the good job entrusted to you,” he The incident took place at around midday on added. Saturday but was only reported an hour later when

Friday 11 March 2022 CONSUMER & LEGAL MATTERS 5WEEKLY SA MIRROR Consumer Eye AWARD-WINNING CONSUMER EDITOR LOOKS 060 936 2673 INTO YOUR COMPLAINTS By Thuli Zungu SCAMMERS HAVE HANDY TIPS Scammers are sneaky and they always find NOW DEVISED NEW smart and sophisticated ways to prey on people AND ATTRACTIVE • Pay attention to common scams that when they are vulnerable. Mabutho Mpungose, CONCEPTS TO LURE may be doing the rounds. Most service 37, of Dobsonville Gardens was scammed R47 providers share frequent updates on their 000 after he paid to a shyster who posted his THEIR VICTIMS blog or the Help section of their website, Polo VW motor vehicle online a month ago and to either educate or warn users about the has not received the car he intended buying. SHIFT: The shift to online shopping has also trends, and users are also encouraged to led to more consumers being defrauded review fraudulent schemes that caused Mpungose says the seller, who introduced him- the most trouble the year before. self as Mfanufikile Ngcobo, arranged a test drive ported they were personally aware of a digital fraud A total 29% are targeted with fake employ- with him before he paid the agreed purchase price . attempt targeted at them in the last three months ment-related scams, 28% fall victim to phishing • Don’t post an advert on behalf of and 5% are now victims to it. scams and 24% are targeted by third party sellers somebody you don’t know. He believed that he was a legitimate seller.He scams on legitimate online retail websites. also made certified ID copies he shared with him on Cobbledick says of consumers who are aware • It is also important to trust your instincts, the day he test drove this car. “This made it easy for of a digital fraud attempt targeted at them, 48% “Friendy fraud is best described as the type of and as the old saying goes, if something is me to take a bait and I did not hesitate to transfer said it was from third-party seller scams on legiti- fraud committed by seemingly ‘good’ customers or too good to be true, it’s highly likely that it the money he asked for,” Mpungose said. mate online retail websites and 32% stated phish- buyers who make payments with valid cards but is. While your chances of finding bargains ing. “That’s just over one in every three South then falsely claim that there’s a discrepancy with on Gumtree are high, it’s unlikely that the Soon thereafter the scammer’s cell phone was Africans,”she says. the product, while others fake proof of payments latest X-Box Series X gaming console or disconnected and upon checking with Capitec, he iPhone 13 Pro Max would be listed online discovered that the account was also closed after at a fraction of its retail price. the deposited money was withdrawn. On checking the registration number of his car with the Traffic • Do the necessary research on the Department he discovered that they belonged to a company advertising the job, check email truck of a Johannesburg logistics company. address, the telephone number, compare the job specs and salary being offered to “I was shocked. I nearly collapsed,” Mpun- the industry rate and never pay to secure gose said. Claire Cobbledick, General Manager at an interview, to take a medical or secure a Gumtree South Africa says scams prey on people’s uniform. desire to increase their wealth or need for health, safety or beauty. She says scammers devise new • Report any and all suspicious activity. and attractive concepts to hide what they are up to. This not only helps service providers shut down these operations, but it also means Cobbledick says with people spending more preventing others from being scammed. time online, everyone is a target. Online scams are And if you have been scammed, report this on the rise. “It has recently been brought to light to the police. that scammers are now contacting reputable sell- ers via WhatsApp and asking them to post ads for • Gumtree is also doing its bit to counter them, by promising them a percentage of the mon- online fraud with the rollout of its Profile ey made from the sale,” Cobbledick says. Verification functionality. “No data will be collected, stored or displayed on Gumtree, A trusted Gumtree seller notified them about an adding an extra layer of trust to their online approach they received by somebody claiming to presence. have issues with their Gumtree account and offer- ing 5% of the sales. • This feature gives users the comfort of only dealing with verified sellers whose profiles “Fortunately we didn’t fall for it as the user will include a verified badge. wasn’t getting to the point and reported it to us as soon as it happened. So, we stayed alert and noti- • The badge indicates that their profiles fied other users from falling victim by updating our are linked to an SA ID number which has list of Scams. been validated against the government’s database. This not only ensures that users You Should Watch Out For,” Cobbledick says. will be dealing with a real person, but Online sites such as Gumtree are doing their bit to it also enhances the prospects of safer counter online fraud with its Profile Verification trades online. functionality, which adds an extra layer of trust to its online presence. to trick users into handing over goods or provide services for free.” The advent of Covid-19 has resulted in emerg- ing markets like South Africa making the greatest Cobbledick says in terms of online classifieds, shift to online shopping, which is undoubtedly a scammers may go as far as creating fake online positive move. profiles and purposefully leaving digital footprints with the aim of reeling in unsuspecting users. “However, while the move to digital remains a positive one, it has also led to fraudsters evolving However, there are measures that merchants, their operations to defraud more,” Cobbledick says. like Gumtree, take to avoid falling victim to these cybercriminals. A recent TransUnion survey found that 37% of local consumers were victims of digital fraud at- tempts. Consumer Pulse Study of the third quarter in 2021 show that two in five consumers (40%) re- BANKS HIGHLIGHT THE WIDE RANGE OF PROTECTION AND IMPORTANCE OF CONSUMER RIGHTS PROMOTE: March 15 is celebrated worldwide to educate clients about various rights By Thuli Zungu rights, over the past few years, we have seen that These consumer rights can be found in the Like most consumers worldwide, South African there are major corporates and scam artists that Code of Banking Practice, the National Credit Act, consumers are offered a wide range of protec- take advantage of the public without a second the Financial Sector Regulation Act as well as the tion in the form of legislated consumer rights. thought,” she says. Consumer Protection Act, to name a few. Steyn says the OBS regularly deals with mat- Reana Steyn, the Ombudsman for Banking The 15th of March is World Consumer Rights ters where some consumers appear unaware of Services (OBS) says these rights have been devel- Day (WCRD) and was established to promote the their rights and obligations when they deal with oped and applied over the years into the frame- basic consumer rights. the bank. Sometimes these misunderstandings re- work that is publicly known today. sult in a dispute lodged with the office after all at- Steyn says the OBS aims to highlight the im- tempts to reach a settlement between the parties “Over the years, this has been vital, particu- portance of consumer rights in the banking sector have failed. larly in the financial services sector. Despite these and to provide support to programmes that educate Reana Steyn, Banking Services Ombudsman consumers about the various rights they have.

6 WEEKLY SA MIRROR SKILLS DEVELOPMENT Friday 11 March 2022 IKUSASA SKILLS DEVELOPMENT CAREER GUIDE GREAT Jimmy Nevis, South INITIATIVE African singer and LAUNCHED TO songwriter HELP TALENTED PEOPLE TO REALISE THEIR DREAMS GROW: This is also an opportunity to help business grow and improve the local economy By Thuli Zungu ity that allows young entrepreneurs and creators to help them realise that their dreams are attainable.” tell and consume authentic South African stories. South Africa’s leading fibre provider, Vuma, has build their brand, communicate it and get buy-in The campaign has already received countless “I’m looking forward to reaching even more partnered with South African singer and song- from prospective audiences and clients. writer Jimmy Nevis, 27, to expand the impact of entries from innovative South Africans such as people through the My Community Connects plat- this successful campaign with the launch of My “Jimmy Nevis is the perfect partner for this Zanele Khoza, founder of Inkosi TV, a free digital form and increasing our viewership,” she says. Community Connects. year’s campaign which aims to enable people from publishing company that tells positive African sto- Mahika says this is an amazing initiative that is all walks of life and in all industries to build vis- ries, as well as Tshepiso Mahika, founder of Sushi not only helping businesses like his to grow but is Last year Vuma set out to connect some of the ibility and extend their reach beyond the physical ultimately improving the local economy. “I’m con- nation’s finest musicians, dancers, chefs and visual limitations of their environment’’, Williams says. Yase Soweto, whose take on this traditional fident this platform will help even more start-ups artists to their dreams through the My Community Japanese dish includes ingredients that are unique- reach more customers and gain access to untapped Cooks initiative. Additionally, this year’s campaign will feature ly South African, such as biltong. “The entries markets,” says Mahika. a new element where someone from each catego- we’ve received so far have been phenomenal and Lianne Williams, Head of Marketing at Vuma, ry will be recognised for their outstanding work. have showcased the potential that this year’s cam- Entries for My Community Connects are open says phase one of My Community Connects show- Vuma will connect this person with a mentor in paign has to empower communities throughout and South Africans looking to showcase their abili- cased Soweto’s creative industries with Sipho their respective industry to help them along their South Africa. The best part is that entries are still ties can visit www.mycommunityconnects.co.za to ‘Hotstix’ Mabuse as the campaign’s headline men- journey. open, so we continue to invite as many talented and enter. tor. She says this year’s edition has expanded to in- innovative South Africans to enter My Community corporate social innovation in fields such as sports, Like last year’s initiative, My Community Connects, says Nevis. There is no closing date as this is an evolving science and technology, entrepreneurship and aca- Connects will host a workshop where young, tal- campaign. That will remain open for opportunities demia. ented South Africans can engage with Jimmy Ne- Khoza says being a part of My Community to allow young entrepreneurs and creators to build vis, ask him questions and gain valuable insights Connects is the perfect fit for their platform because their brand, communicate it, and get buy-in from Building on last year’s campaign, My Commu- and knowledge about the industry as well as les- it shares their vision to enable even more people to prospective audiences and clients. nity Connects aims to foster skills, narrow the digi- sons in both personal and business growth. tal divide and create gainful employment opportu- nities for South Africans across sectors beyond the Nevis says he grew up in a very communityo- creative industry, all while showcasing the coun- riented household and have always felt the need try’s diverse and vibrant talent pool, Williams says. to help people realise just how achievable their dreams are. As a fibre network operator, they don’t just fo- cus on laying fibre but also on creating connectiv- “There are so many gifted and innovative indi- viduals out there, and I’m glad to be working with Vuma to help mentor these talented people and MAJOR DRIVE TO better prepared for potential future shocks than HELP STRUGGLING they were for COVID-19. TAVERN OWNERS “Our businesses are mostly black owned key TRAIN: The training will help prepare local employers and economic contributors to taverners for future shocks like covid-19 the township economy and the country at large. In building back after the devastating lockdown By WSAM Reporter vanna, Hunter’s Dry, Durbanville Hills and Ned- some of the alcohol restrictions were lowered as re- strictions, we have the opportunity to create Tavern owners struggling to recover from erburg. many owners lacked business skills. more successful and resilient businesses that will waves of alcohol bans imposed during the stimu-late township economies, increase employ- COVID-19 pandemic are getting a helping The training programmes have been launched Outlet owners will participate in a two-day ment and support independent livelihoods. hand from Distell, a major alcohol distribut- in Mamelodi, Atteridgeville, Tembisa and Soweto programme which will focus on four critical ar- ing company in a series of training sessions de- in what organizers believe is the first phase of roll- eas: “At the same time we are ensuring that liq- signed to sharpen their business skills. ing training courses which will target 300 tavern • How to run a liquor business, uor traders operate responsibly and comply with owners before rolling out across the country in the • How to manage finances, their liquor licence conditions to the letter,” said Distell is a global business with its roots in coming months to reach a further 300 taverners. • Responsible trading and compliance and Ntimane. SAwhich produces and markets a diverse portfolio • Basic Business Skills. of award-winning alcoholic brands that have been Liquor outlets were among some of the coun- Distell Southern Africa Managing Director, crafted by extraordinary people across the world. try’s industries that were heavily affected by Cov- Lucky Ntimane, Convenor of the National Wim Buhrmann said the company’s support for id- 19 compliance protocols as they were deeme- Liquor Traders, said the training would give tav- taverners was an investment in township entrepre- Some of these brands include Amarula, Sa- das super spreader venues. Most of the owners erners an edge in running their businesses effi- neurs with the potential to grow and become cata- of these outlets could not return to business after ciently and help them to grow, while making them lysts for further economic development. “Small businesses are the key to unlocking the economic potential of our townships and these taverners are proven entrepreneurs who have shown incredible determination to come through the effects of COVID-19 on their businesses. “They provide the backbone of township economies and we want to equip them with the right skills to grow their businesses sustainably and responsibly,” Buhrmann said. “Good financial management expands the ho- rizon for SMEs by promoting access to finance and credit which can help them to grow, while also reducing risk.”

Friday 11 March 2022 OPINION 7WEEKLY SA MIRROR UKRAINE - RUSSIA WAR ‘WAR REFUGEES ARE WAR REFUGEES, REGARDLESS OF RACE OR ORIGIN’ FROM PAGE 2 By all accounts, Putin had a plan, armed with plan was so well-crafted and timeously executed political and economic matters. ricans and the severity of the danger that we face, resources, to execute in order to destroy and disrupt prepared since Western Europe’s was preoccupied More importantly, it highlights how Europe is racism almost always manages to emerge to remind the apparent socio-economic order of the Western with the Covid-19 pandemic and numerous internal us that “we are the children of a lesser God”. Europe spectre looming in Russia’s neck of the issues of their respective countries. so grossly possessed with capitalism and that the woods. decision-making funnels that the region follow are Africa, if in the 21st century Europe is prepared Yet, this is happening as the formidable Dr. An- gauged and evaluated using the economic cost- to sacrifice one of their very own, how safe are we? As it turns out, part of the Putin Plan was also gela Merkel, who efficiently led Germany, Europe, benefit analysis. Why do we keep looking North for support, valida- to send a clear and unequivocal signal to the West, the EU and was highly respected and frequently tion and acceptance? the USA and the NATO particularly, what Mos- consulted globally on all key issues, is now con- It appears that Ukraine was not worthy of being cow’s long-term strategy for Europe, wider Eastern veniently retired. saved and secured from a brutal war as it has too Europe, the USA, the Global North are only en- Europe and Ukraine specifically, the Global Empire little to offer. At this moment in history, the per- gaging with us in order to amplify their economic of Russia and its Allies, is. Such timing cleared the path of war for Putin spective of the West is that the region has too little gains, to further elevate their economic and politi- as he knew he would encounter minimal opposi- to gain from Ukraine, and, as such, they sacrificed cal power. They are, and have historically simply Putin, the former KGB Agent, together with his tion from the current leadership of Western Europe. Ukraine for the sake of avoiding a full scale “World been after our resources. long-serving Foreign Minister Sergey Viktorovich The war found the then-incoming and now current War”. Lavrov, engaged the West and the USA heads of Chancellor Olaf Scholz, busy finding and defin- What louder and clearer message do we need as state and high-ranking officials and fellow For- ing his way as the new leader of Germany with a The economic benefits of sheltering and se- a continent over and above this cruel and senseless eign Ministers of Europe respectively, in a series delicate coalition arrangement with the Green Party curing Ukraine were not worthy of the investment war on Ukraine and how we openly keep witness- and endless talk shows on how the war could be and the Freie Demokratische Partei (FDP). from the West, and, thus too little was done, far too ing how the West treats those less well-off or those avoided. late an attempt to avert the war. The double stand- with too little to offer? Across the border in France, President Macron ards and hypocrisy of the West have been paraded During the ping-pong of ongoing meetings, was busy focusing on the campaign for the April in unison, albeit unintentionally, in full parade for A 21st century war that touches all our bor- what in Africa is referred to as “talks about talks”, Presidential elections. Boris Johnson was fighting the whole wide world to see. ders and impacts all our people, yet it is seemingly, Putin ensured that he gained more time for his army to rescue his political career after the exposure of geographically so removed and distanced from us, to fully understand and communicate the war plan his lockdown party sprees. All this chaos created Instead, the West did not genuinely do the best this global and borderless war of Europe and its to all the foot soldiers, while he was busy distract- an opportune moment for Russia to strike and send that was possible to save a sovereign nation in the ally partners. This is a war that all of Europe was ing the West from focusing on and interfering with missiles into Ukraine and thereby threatening the east that is not economically powerful, but yet rich unprepared to confront, to experience, and sadly, Russia’s war plans. unprepared West and NATO at large. with a proud history and heritage. A nation with to defend. limited resources, but so solidly united and with a All along, Putin strategically and smartly kept Before this tragic – and quite frankly unneces- mighty resilience of steel. Africa, let us keep looking beyond our border sary war on Ukraine – how many other equally for some inspiration, however, we need to look Regardless of where we tragic and even bigger wars were in full force and For its part, Europe, instead, chose to rescue the find ourselves as what makes this war of Europe so significant and “poor” Eastern Europeans of Ukraine by opening At this moment in history, so borderless? its border to the displaced victims of Putin’s War. the perspective of the Africans and the severity Western Europe welcomed the war refugees at train West is that the region of the danger that we To answer this question rather simplistically, and bus stations of Berlin, Warsaw, Paris, Madrid has too little to gain face, racism almost this war is fought on European soil, utilising Eu- and other major metropolitan cities with Tulips from Ukraine, and, as always manages to ropean manufactured weapons, some of which brought in from the Netherlands and other precious such, they sacrificed Russia is using to fight the democratic ideals of flowers that were grown in Kenya and parts of the Ukraine for the sake of emerge to remind us that the West, which he strongly opposes, the war that mighty East Africa. avoiding a full scale “we are the children of a is financed by the benefits of the economic deals “World War”. between and among Europeans, Russia, USA and The victims of the war are given packages of lesser God”. China. food, personal care items and clothing brands, some deeper within the continent for growth, advance- of which were manufactured with ingredients from ment, peace and prosperity. entertaining the western media, their audiences In effect, this war touches and impacts every Africa and were cost effectively “Made in China”. across online and traditional media channels, in- facet and area of the 21st century modern econo- We are after all, the genesis of humanity. cluding their leaders. . mies and political geographies. In comparison to At the borders leading into the “mighty” west, By all accounts, the advanced, well-resourced the wars and conflicts in Syria, Ethiopia, Libya, race plays a crucial role, as has always been the *The views and opinions expressed in this article and tightly connected West and NATO should have Palestine, Myanmar, Afghanistan and parts of tragic case. There have been two lines of fleeing are those of the author and do not reflect the per- been proactively prepared to face up to this war. As West Africa, among countless other regions. This immigrants; a brown line of Africans and non-Eu- spective of the publication. far back as 2014, Putin had signaled his intention war is fiercely fought on the front stoep of the EU ropeans and a white line of the Caucasian Ukrain- to engulf more of the Ukraine after he forcefully headquarters, one of the prime global seats of pow- ians. Tebogo Bodibe-Deppe is a mother, wife, daughter annexed the Crimea Peninsula. er. This war is significant as it challenges the steady and sister. She is a former Advertising, Brand and In effect, the hostile takeover symbolised a hold on power, the democracies, justices, economic Yet, another reminder of how unworthy Afri- Marketing Strategist and Consumer Research mild war. However, the West and its powerful power, the efficient systems, strong leadership and can students, professionals and general workers with extensive experience in Financial Services. NATO partners failed to act properly and promptly close bonds of Europe, NATO and its Global North were of being fairly and equally rescued form a war She spent over seven years working at one of the reprimand Russia about what was permissible ver- partners. zone, a war that is not of their making, nonetheless, leading regional banks in the corporate brand, re- sus unacceptable, according to Western Europe and a war that will impact every single country on the tail and insurance business units in projects span- NATO “rule book”. Furthermore, this war places the biases, preju- African continent. ning SA and 11 African countries. She is a proud At that time, it appears that Putin had a defined dices, inconsistencies, partial patterns and discrimi- African born in South Africa, and is currently liv- long-term plan that he was willing to implement in nations of the West under the spotlight. Such blatant biases of, discrimination and rac- ing with her family in southern Germany. She is due course… at all costs. ism by Europe caught the attention of the Ambas- a freelance writer and is currently completing her On the morning of February 24, Putin and his On the other hand, this war is symbolic in ce- sador Linda Thomas-Greenfield, USA representa- MBA. Russian army unfailingly did just that. Russia’s menting the close bond between China and Rus- tive to the UN, who called out Europe by saying, sia and expresses their joint will to create a new “War refugees are war refugees, regardless of race world order, the new centres of global power sans or origin”. the West and the NATO Crew. Some black journalists on Germany’s English It puts into question the unity of the West, its version of the German Deutsche Welle (DW) chan- reading and understanding of the “smart” and so- nel and the BBC also questioned the journalists phisticated intelligence of other geographies, its who were reporting on the ground in Ukraine about critical reliance on Russia for key resources, the the separate black and white queues of entering double standards that are exercised with regards to Western Europe. Regardless of where we find ourselves as Af-

8 WEEKLY SA MIRROR NEWS Friday 11 March 2022 ZONDO COMMISSION REPORT 3 TOP FORMER CORRECTIONAL SERVICES OFFICIALS FINGERED IN THE MASSIVE CORRUPTION SCANDAL PAY: Bosasa paid one official a bribe of R65 000 a month to facilitate tenders By Monk Nkomo Gillingaham’s legal fees relating to his divorce The corrupt-riddled Bosasa Group of Compa- as well as R2,2 million in settlement to his wife. Bosasa paid legal fees related to Gillingham’s nies were so desperate to unlawfully secure lucra- son’s labour dispute with Bakwena and also paid tive government tenders that they paid legal fees R700 000 that he owed Bakwena. and a R2, 2 million settlement in a divorce involv- ing a senior official of the Department of Correc- ‘’ A fictitious loan agreement was drawn up tional Services. between Gillingham and Agrizzi’s erstwhile in- laws’’, the Commission said. Evidence led during the Commission of In- quiry into State Capture also revealed that Bosasa Gillingham was also allegedly paid a salary by netted contracts valued at R2,3 billion from vari- Bosasa through BEE Foods after his resignation ous government departments and paid R75,7 mil- from the Department of Correctional Services. lion in bribes between the year 2000 and 2016. Motor vehicles were also purchased for Gilling- ham and his family including his wife, son and In their Part Three Report that was handed to daughter. President Cyril Ramaphosa last week, the Com- mission established that two former senior of- The Commission said there was undisputed ficials of the Department of Correctional Services evidence by Agrizzi and another employee, a Mr implicated in acts of wide-scale corruption, were Van Tonder who testified that Bosasa, through built expensive houses by Bosasa which were part its CEO, Gavin Watson, had paid for the building of the gifts offered to certain senior Correctional of Gillingham’s house in Midstream Estates and Services officials in return for the facilitation of Mti’s house in Savannah Hills. tenders for the company. ‘’ False invoices were submitted with the costs Two former Bosasa’s executives including An- of the construction being accounted for as a le- gelo Agrizzi, testified at the Commission, chaired gitimate business expense in Bosasa’s books’’, the by Acting Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo that for- Commission found. mer Correctional Services Commissioner, Linda Mti and former Chief Financial Officer, Patrick Although notices were served on both Mti and Gillingham and their families, received lucrative Gillingham to appear before the Commission, they gifts including motor vehicles as payment for failed to do so. The Commission said Mti’s lawyer facilitating the awarding of lucrative tenders to had indicated to them that he refused to comply Bosasa. with the directive to appear before the Commis- sion after alleging that this would infringe on his Agrizzi testified that Mti received regular pay- right to remain silent as well as his right to a fair ments from Bosasa for as long as the company trial. The Commission however said Mti’s refusal maintained contracts with the Department of Cor- to comply with their directive, was unjustified and rectional Services. According to Agrizzi , he re- said adverse findings against him would be per- ceived R65 000 a month from Bosasa. missible on the basis of evidence before it. The Commission said adverse inference may also be In their findings, the Commission said there drawn against Gillingham from his failure to rebut was undisputed testimony that Bosasa also paid evidence that was given against him. for Gillingham’s legal fees during investigations by the Special Investigations Unit through a com- Both Mti and Gillingham are currently facing pany called Syncho Prop. Bosasa also paid for charges of corruption and fraud in the Specialised Commercial Court.

Friday 11 March 2022 NEWS 9WEEKLY SA MIRROR ZONDO COMMISSION REPORT 3 The Commission found that various travel ex- former CEO of the South African Post Office and penses , including international travel and flights , Siviwe Mapiisa, head of security at the South Afri- were paid for by Bosasa for Mti and Gillingham. can Post Office. Premium gifts, including watches, Cash payments and furnishings were also offered pens and cufflinks were also provided by Bosasa by Bosasa to the two in exchange for information for the two officials in exchange for a security con- regarding tenders at the Department of Correc- tract at the South African Post Office, the Commis- tional Services. sion found.Mapisa was also taken on hunting trips at Ronnie Watson’s game farm in the Eastern Cape. There was also evidence that one of the Bosasa employees was instructed to install security sys- ‘’ The evidence implicating them in corruption tems at Mti’s houses in Greenbushes Plot and Col- is not disputed as they failed to come and testify chester in Port Elizabeth. The total approximate before the Commission.’’ The Commission said cost of the equipment, vehicle, travel and labour evidence established a prima case of corruption for work done at Mti’s residences was R417 980 . against both of them. Bosasa also paid for the furnishings of Mti’s house, the Commission found. Bosasa also provided him The Commission said Agrizzi had also testi- with funds to purchase luxury clothing items. fied that he and Gumede had made bribery cash payments to various officials at Airports Company The Commission found there was prima facie South Africa (ACSA). The officials included Thele evidence that called for answers from Mti. The evi- Moema, Head of Risk, Siza Thanda, Head of Se- dence was also sufficient to make adverse findings curity, Reuben Pillay and Johannes Serobe. The against him following evidence that showed that Commission said Moema, Pillay and Serobe did holiday costs, education costs for his children and not respond to their notices to appear before it. The the fee for a security guard outside his house were evidence may be taken as established in respect of paid for by Bosasa.The travel booked for Mti and payment of bribes to them, the Commission said. his family for the period October 2012 to Janu- ary 2017 was estimated at R1, 234, 481. Cash pay- The Commission also established there was a ments were also made to Mti by Bosasa, the Com- prima case of various charges including corruption, mission found. fraud and money laundering against the following people, including Bosasa officials and certain enti- It was also revealed to the Commission that a ties : Volkwagen Touareg V8 was purchased for Mti by Bosasa.. ‘’ The purchase demonstrated that it co- Andries van Tonder, Carlos Bonifacio, Jacques incided with the timing of the award of the Access van Zyl, Riaan Hoeksma, Gregg Lacon-Allin, AA Control contract in April 2005 and the Fencing Wholesalers, Riekele Konstruksie, Jumbo Liq- contract in November 2005 to Bosasa.’’ uor Wholesalers, Lamozest, Equal Trade 4, Equal Food Traders, Johannes Gumede, Papa Leshabane, ‘’ An inference can therefore reasonably be Thandi Makoko, Petrus Venter, Daniel Mansell, drawn that the vehicle was intended to be quid pro Sesinyi Seopela, Frans Vorster, Carien Daubert, quo for Mti’s facilitation of the securing of these Rieka Hundermark, Gavin Hundermark, Cedric contracts,’’ the Commission found. Frolick, Patrick Littler, Danie van Tonder, Ishmael Dikane, Syvion Dlamini, Trevor Mathenjwa and The Commission said the report by the Spe- Ryno Roode. cial Investigations Unit revealed that Mti received benefits following the awarding of four contracts The Commission have referred evidence impli- which included the kitchens \\ catering, access con- cating them in alleged criminal acts to the relevant trol, fencing and television contracts as well as the authorities for investigation and prosecution extension of the catering contract for Bosasa. ‘’ It would be most improbable that Bosasa and its officials would continue to lavish Mr. Mti with payments and other substantial material benefits at considerable expense, if he was not facilitating the award of the tenders that formed a substantial part of Bosasa’s business,’’ the Commission said. Mti’s alleged conduct, the Commission found, breached obligations of ensuring that the Depart- ment of Correctional Services maintained an ap- propriate procurement system which was fair, eq- uitable, transparent, competitive and cost-effective. He also failed to take effective and appropriate steps to inter alia prevent unauthorized and irregu- lar expenditure. ‘’ His conduct amounts to a prima facie case of a criminal offence including corruption, theft, fraud and perjury. ‘’ It can also be inferred from the evidence that Mr. Mti was aware of the conduct of Mr. Gilling- ham. Mr. Mti also failed to manage the investiga- tion and correction of financial misconduct in the Department of Correctional Services’’. Evidence revealed that Mti facilitated the awarding of tenders to benefit himself and his fam- ily, the Commission found. The Commission said Mti was already facing pending criminal charges including corruption but said the matter was nonetheless referred to the relevant authorities for investigation and prosecu- tion, ‘’ to the extent that the existing charges do not cover any of the conduct on the part of Mr. Mti set out in this report. The Commission found that Gillingham was in breach of ensuring that the system of financial management and internal control established for the Department of Correctional Services, was car- ried out within his area of responsibility as Chief Operations Officer.He also failed to take effective and appropriate steps to prevent irregular expenses. ‘’ In the light of the evidence, it is established that the tenders giving rise to the award of these contracts were unlawfully awarded, that the awards of the tenders were facilitated by Mr. Mti and Mr. Gillingham and other officials of the Department of Correctional Services in breach of the Constitution and legislation and that they did so to benefit them- selves, their families, Bosasa and its associates and the Watson family’’, the Commission found. Based on the evidence presented to it, the Com- mission found there was a prima case of corruption against Gillingham and although he was currently facing criminal charges including corruption, the matter was nonetheless referred to the relevant au- thorities for further investigation and prosecution. The Commission also found that Watson had also made cash payments to Maanda Manyatshe,

10 WEEKLY SA MIRROR OPINION/ANALYSIS Friday 11 March 2022 Comment THE LAW SHOULD ACT COLONIAL: Collection of Smithsonian National Museum of African Edo FIGUREHEAD: Commemorative head of a king from the 18th SPEEDILY, TO GIVE THE Art to be returned from Britain to Nigeria. Created by Edo artist/Be- century made from copper alloy and iron. A gift of Walt Disney nin kingdom, the court-style plaque dates back to between mid-16th World Co. from the collection of Smithsonian National Museum COUNTRY CLOSURE and17th century, and is made of copper alloy. It was purchased with of African Art (image courtesy the Smithsonian NMAfA) funds provided by the Smithsonian Collections Acquisition Program. It is an indisputable fact that billions of rand stolen through nefarious networks involving SMITHSONIAN’S DECISION individuals and officials in various govern- TO RETURN LOOTED ART ment departments – in the issuance of un- COLLECTION TO NIGERIA lawful contracts over a long period – were unraveled by the Commission of Inquiry into CLOSURE: The institution says it will return most of the 39 artifacts in its State Capture. collection to Nigeria for eventual display at the Benin City National Museum. After years of speculation, witnesses came The Smithsonian Institution announced yes- beyond legal title to ethical ownership. The new question of ‘sending back,’ but of being open to forward to testify before the commission, con- terday its decision to repatriate the majority guidelines, which apply to all of the Smithso- give back, when asked, on a case-by-case basis. firming and opening a can of worms regarding of the 39 Benin bronzes in its collection, re- nian’s constituent institutions, take into account And of course, it’s about the many new possi- the widescale theft, which crippled State entities turning any object determined to be linked to the objects’ communities of origin and the means bilities that emerge in the space that restitution to their knees and nearly brought the country to the British army’s punitive raid on the King- of acquisition. opens up, for new equitable forms of collabora- the brink of bankruptcy. dom of Benin in 1897, 125 years ago this year. tion between African and Euro-American insti- The Benin bronzes will be the first artworks tutions, scholars, communities, and museum-go- For its part, the Commission – chaired by The ground-breaking return, which arrives to be repatriated under the new policy, a Smith- ers. We’ve never needed world culture museums Acting Chief Justice Raymond Zondo – undoubt- four months after the Smithsonian’s National sonian spokesperson told Hyperallergic. more than we do today — as places to celebrate edly did a sterling job in unravelling the shenani- Museum of African Art removed its Benin bronz- art and culture beyond the old Eurocentric lens. gans which left the country bleeding financially. es from display, is the result of a six-month-long, The repatriation agreement, which is part But that doesn’t mean that we can’t imagine institution-wide review of the Smithsonian’s col- of a larger agreement between the Smithsonian world culture museums where nothing is stolen In pursuance of the truth, nearly a billion lecting policy and ethics. and the NCMM, could be signed as soon as next — and where demands for returns will treated rand of state funds were spent on the inquiry – month, reported the Washington Post. with respect, fairness and an open mind towards something that has ironically provided ammuni- The landmark decision is part of a larger restitution.” tion to those who were against its inception in sea change around the repatriation of the Benin In addition to the return of the objects — the the first place to criticise it. This is despite the bronzes. A flashpoint of the restitution debate, exact number of which has yet to be determined While Hicks applauded the decision of the fact that the commission was able to uncover the artifacts comprise the thousands of royal — on the Smithsonian’s dime for eventual dis- Smithsonian and other institutions to repatriate the corrupt dealings to the tune of R50 billion in and sacred objects that were violently looted play at the Benin City National Museum, the the Benin bronzes in their holdings, he noted that the end, money siphoned from the State coffers from present-day Nigeria by British troops. agreement involves joint exhibitions, education- the British Museum — which currently has over through unlawful facilitation of tenders and other Today, these items can be found in over 160 al programs for young Nigerians, and long-term 900 Benin bronzes in its collection — is “refus- underhand machinations. museum collections, and untold private collec- object loans — including potential loans of Be- ing to embrace change,” instead holding fast to tions, worldwide; many of the Smithsonian’s nin bronzes being repatriated that would return the notion that long-term loans of looted objects Indeed, R50 billion is no small change. Yet, examples, which range from brass bracelets to them to Washington, DC, the New York Times are the ethical equivalent of permanent, uncon- this much seems to be escaping the ongoing de- engraved ivory tusks and iron masks, came to said. ditional returns. “They are simply making them- bate and apparent outrage from the commission’s the museum as gifts from the collections of Walt selves obsolete and irrelevant,” Hicks said. detractors at the great costs incurred by the com- Disney World Company or Joseph H. Hirshhorn. A Smithsonian representative told Hyper- mission in pursuit of the lost billions and certain allergic that further information will be made When asked for comment on the Smithso- individuals behind the grand theft. In the past year, restitution advocates have public in April when the agreement is finalized, nian’s move to repatriate the Benin bronzes and made headway on the bronzes’ return: last April, after which the museum will submit a request to whether the decision might affect the British It’s a great pity that this debate is generat- Germany announced a sweeping plan to begin the Smithsonian Board of Regents, which has Museum’s policies, a British Museum spokes- ing louder noise about the commission allegedly restituting Benin bronzes in state-owned col- the ultimate say on whether the return proceeds. person told Hyperallergic: “We are fully in- having been a futile exercise than about its far- lections this year, and in November, the Metro- “This announcement by the Smithsonian is an- vested — alongside our Nigerian partners —in reaching findings following months of painstak- politan Museum of Art in New York repatriated other sign that we are witnessing a fundamental a shared aim of facilitating a significant display ing work. two bronzes and brokered the return of a third. global shift in the ethics of museum curation,” of Benin works of art in Benin City and could Both parties, like the Smithsonian, worked with Dan Hicks, author of The Brutish Museums: The include works on regular, temporary loan from Unfathomable is that the commission’s de- the Nigerian National Commission for Museums Benin Bronzes, Colonial Violence and Cultural the British Museum Benin collections.” - Hy- tractors would rather pick a bone about the com- and Monuments (NCMM). Restitution and world archaeology curator at perallergic mission’s approximately R1 billion expenditure Oxford University’s Pitt Rivers Museum, told than condemn the grand-scale corruption re- A year ago, Smithsonian Secretary Lonnie Hyperallergic. This article first appeared in Hyperallergic vealed by the probe. G. Bunch III — who in 2019 became the first blog. Hyperallergic is a leading voice on con- Black individual to head the institution — called Hicks continued: “In the case of Benin 1897, temporary art and a forum for conversations on Could it be that there might have been an upon the museum’s collections staff to form the the argument for returns has been won. The issues of social and economic justice in the art expectation that the depths of the heist should Ethical Returns Working Group to make recom- Smithsonian are to be congratulated for offering community. have remained unplumbed, or kept hidden from mendations on collections policy that extended the leadership that the cultural sector needs on the public? Can there ever be an explanation that the question of African restitution. This isn’t a is not mealy mouthed about the logic underlying the criticism? That said, it is really worrisome that the after- math of the commission’s findings is dominated by the debate rather than the steps South Africa to be taken to ensure that this chapter is never repeated in the future. Wittingly or unwittingly, this debate might be creating the impression that the commission’s outcomes were a Pyrrhic vic- tory and a wasteful expenditure – when this is in fact not the case. For any investigation to yield productive results, resources logically have to be allocated to arrive at a requisite conclusion. Yet, nothing had prepared the country for the extensiveness of the probe from the beginning - not even the commission itself, and not much less the state, which would have grasped its full extent only much later into the progress of the investigations. Undeniably, the commission has completed its mandate. The ball is no longer on the commis- sion’s court but that of the law to take its course. This is where the debate should be focusing, pre- vailing on it to act speedily so that the country can have closure. v 060 936 2673 [email protected] Weekly SA Mirror is published by Weekly SA Mirror Pty Ltd. Correspondence to be directed to: PostNet Suite 230, Private Bag X 9, Melville 2109. Website: www.weeklysamirror.news Contact: 060 936 2673 Letters to be sent to: [email protected] MIRRORWEEKLY SA Insight to connect the dots... 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Friday 11 March 2022 OPINION/ANALYSIS 11WEEKLY SA MIRROR LET THERE BE DIALOGUE ABOUT EXCLUDED MAJORITY INITIATIVE: SACC launches national By Bishop Malusi Mpumlwana SACC for the attention of the Secretariat of the Na- indaba to address the challenges around In January 2022, the South African Council of tional Indaba on Non-South African Persons in our ‘foreign nationals’… Churches (SACC) made a call for the establish- Society and Economy. ment of a national dialogue on ‘foreign nation- als’ working in South Africa, following the utter- Our request is that these public submissions ances from members of society for the removal must be solution-focused, aimed at presenting their of all ‘foreign nationals’ from South Africa ‘with recommendations for how these challenges should immediate effect’. be resolved in the short and long-term. This in- cludes all those individuals who may have previ- Since then, the SACC has been working on how ously used different channels to share their think- to develop and manage a platform for dialogue; and ing; we invite them to re-submit their thoughts following consultations with various stakeholders, through this formal process. today we would like to officially launch the process of the National Indaba on Non-South African Per- We would appeal that these submissions be sons in our Society and Economy. made on or by March 31 2022 From the outset, let us clarify the use of the During the weeks ahead in March, these sub- term ‘foreign nationals’. This term is a contradic- missions will be analysed, processed and collated, tion, as Prof. Cheryl Hendricks of the Institute and where greater clarity is needed, the authors of for Justice and Reconciliation has pointed out, for these proposals may be engaged by the Secretariat people cannot be both foreign and nationals in a to clarify their proposals, for better understanding country. Therefore, the SACC refers to non-South of their issues. Africans. Looking ahead into April and May, a series of The foundation of our work in developing the direct conversations will be conducted with some approach for this platform has been to seek a full of the parties that have made these submissions; understanding of the challenge as it presents itself, and the categorisation of their submissions will and additionally interrogating the factors contribut- inform the series of cluster engagements that will ing to this challenge. be held with the various categories of people and organisations that have submitted their positions. We have identified that a major contributor to this is the depth of poverty gnawing at the life Special engagement sessions will also be con- opportunities of what the SACC refers to as the ducted with various organisations such as com- Excluded Majority, South Africans who are histori- munity-based organisations that may be relevant; cally outside of the main fabric of the economy. labour and employer organisations; small business and vendor organisations; organised organisations The Excluded Majority are largely located in of non-South Africans; as well various government the poor communities of our country, where there is departments. much contestation for livelihood opportunities be- tween poor South Africans and non-South African Throughout this process, a research unit will persons. focus on gathering relevant information and verify- ing claims made in the various submissions. It is in these our communities populated by the Excluded Majority that the murmurings about Research will also be initiated regarding the vi- non-South Africans ‘stealing the jobs’ earmarked ability or feasibility of proposed solutions, for the for South Africans have been swelling in mass for benefit of the dialogue process. years. It is also in these communities where we’ve seen brutal acts of violence against non-South Af- These engagement sessions will culminate in ricans. We think of Isaac Sithole, who was burned a broad forum of representatives of the participat- alive in 2019 in Katlehong; we think of Emmanuel ing and interested parties, where a presentation of Sithole who was stabbed to death at Alexandra in the body of views will be made for a solutions dia- 2015. We think of the deadly standoff between non- logue. South Africans and local South Africans at Gqebera in October last year. Many may yet meet their This forum has been earmarked for 21-23 June deaths in such conflicts. 2022. It is one manifestation of what the SACC terms We are cognisant of the fact that our efforts will the failure of democratic South Africa to achieve require multi-stakeholder support and we are open the Promise of the Post-Apartheid South Africa. to receiving this support in its various forms from The failure to achieve this makes for the growth of both public and private sponsors, who are welcome a scarcity mentality that grips poor communities in to contact the National Indaba Secretariat in this the absence of hope. regard. It must be noted, however, that the campaigns Finally, we understand that this National In- against non-South Africans are not confined to the daba process must be accompanied by an accel- poor communities, as they also reach to the pro- eration of other nation-building ingredients that fessionals and other middle-class environments, as include far-reaching economic transformation, be- has begun in the case of foreign doctors. cause without the broader agenda that satisfies the deeper needs of the people, any dialogue will soon Our priority today is to announce the creation lose steam as an idle talk-shop. For this reason, of a national process towards a stable national envi- the SACC has started the Initiative for Economic ronment where the growing lawlessness over non- Transformation for the Excluded Majority, with a South Africans can be addressed before it spills into panel of a dozen economists and thinkers working the broader decline of the rule of law, through what to investigate options for an economic architecture may seem like “justifiable” acts of public frustra- that best includes the Excluded Majority in the cur- tion. rent urgent need for economic transformation for inclusive growth; and to wrestle with the question This National Indaba serves to bring all inter- of what are the sectors of the economy that have ested parties to one process of engagement, in an the greatest potential to draw into productive par- organised and structured manner, with the intention ticipation the largest number of excluded people in of finding lasting solutions to the tensions over non- the shortest period of time. The third necessary ini- South African persons in our society and economy. tiative to be rolled out soon is the Nation-Building Initiative of Healing & Reconciliation for a Com- To kick-start this National Indaba process, we mon Identity - the “One Identity South Africa” invite all interested parties who are impacted and campaign. affected in this matter, to submit their proposals * This is a statement released on Wednesday in writing to [email protected] at the by SACC general secretary Bishop Malusi Mpumlwana

12 WEEKLY SA MIRROR NEWS Friday 11 March 2022 By Jacob Mawela MOTSUENYANE siastically added that she makes tomato, lemon, or- Saturday of March 5, the gravel road leading to TURNS 95 – ange and mango jams. In fact, in one of the video farm 10 Morgan in Winterveldt, situated about clips beaming messages on the screens inside the 40km north of Pretoria, was the hive of unusual BEAMS OVER HIS marquee, one of her grandchildren, Obakeng, en- traffic. LEGACY thused, “I’d like to think that I’m a good cook be- cause of you nkgono!” Not every day does the local farming com- LONGEVITY: Black business pioneer celebrates munity happen to experience the kind of bustle Then came his turn, the bespectacled white- generated by the sleek motorcade that swept into joint birthday with wife Jocelyn, aged 90… haired erstwhile ambassador to Saudi Arabia, cut- their rural neighbourhood on the day, creating a ting a dapper figure with the resplendence rounded buzz quite uncharacteristic in the rather tranquil NANOGENARIAN: Dr Sam Motsuenyane and wife Jocelyn with their double-tier cake off by a white Ndebele patterned hat, regaled guests expanse. with time-worn wisdom as well as caring tributes hawkers over an issue of trading permits. terveld community rallied around the family in re- and gratitude to both his dedicated wife, children, Amid the fanfare, 10 Morgan, the home of re- She proudly mentioned that her husband building their house after it had burnt to the ground grandchildren, great-grandchildren, business asso- tired black business dynamo Dr Sam and Jocelyn in 1983. Mme Motsuenyane further pointed out ciates as well as members of his clan. Motsuenyane, was gradually filling up with well- brought her home-cooked food for the duration of that, although they had a helper at their homestead, wishers – young and adult, some from the local her imprisonment at the Ga-Rankuwa Police Sta- she still fixed her husband a cup of tea and enthu- The former National Federated Chamber of clan Bakwena-ba-Modimosana – who converged tion. The elderly lady also recalled how the Win- Commerce (Nafcoc) pioneer – along with friend on the couple’s plot. The occasion was a celebra- and one-time Dube Village neighbour, the late Dr tion of the birthdays of the doyen of Black South Richard Maponya – used the occasion to remind African business and his wife of 68 years on a sun- guests of the imperative of being guided by princi- ny late summer afternoon. ples and consciously not compromising both one’s name and family honour by succumbing to vice A big white marquee erected especially for such as corruption. An example of practising what the occasion loomed large on the huge yard dotted he preached, Motsuenyane declined a government with Marula, grapefruit, orange, lemon, guava, and offer to tar a gravel road leading to his homestead, pomegranate trees. Somewhere in the plot, a lone requesting that no favour be shown to him, but a tractor hinted at the sort of occupation the bespecta- road commonly utilised by the whole community cled white-haired sage that keeps him busy. Inside be tarred, instead. the marquee, which was decorated with bouquets of white and off-pink roses, the ambience was ac- He alluded to the business-mindedness inher- centuated by colourful traditional garb donned by ent within the clan extending to land, none more so guests, in adherence to the dress code requested on than typified by Dr Motsuenyane himself through the invitation. his undying passion for farming, supplying super- markets to this day, evidence of which is the im- With a mainly gospel theme, the programme of pressive plethora of fruit trees, vegetable garden the day was punctuated by a live music band ser- and bee hives that festoon his homestead. enading guests with classics from the Sankomota, Tshepo Tshola and Hugh Masekela catalogue. The Soon to celebrate their platinum anniversary gospel theme was in keeping with celebrating no- (70 years of marriage), God-permitting, the duo nagenarian couple’s Christian background, in spite met at the Alexandra Methodist Church back in of a long life, hobnobbing with society’s high roll- 1954, where they were both Sunday school teach- ers, while also being a life-long teetotaler. Even the ers. Back then, she was still a schoolteacher and he bubbly for the toast was non-alcoholic. a social worker, prior to his leading the charge of Black business empowerment. It was a moment to celebrate the elderly cou- ple’s milestones and contributions, with speakers Coming to the numbers associated with their hinting at the business-minded nature of the Mot- life-long union, it amounts to insurmountable arith- suenyane clan, as demonstrated by one having cop- metic: he, 95, she, 90, in matrimony for 68 years, ies of, Tlhago Ya Bakwena-ba-Mmatau Le Kutu parents to six sons (with only two now left), 11 Ya Se-Motsuenyane – a book breaking down the grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren. The family tree rooted in farming the land – whilst an- founder of the African Bank attributed forgiveness, other chipped in by reminding guests of Dr Mot- love and happiness as factors which had maintained suenyane’s biography, The Testament of Hope, as a their lengthy marriage. Among the guests was busi- resourceful must-read tome. nessman Moss Mashishi, who mentioned that his mother grew up in the Motsuenyane’s house while When came a right-of-reply after a succession they still resided in Dube. He lauded, “They are of glowing tributes from – among others – former iconic figures in our society, and our generation ap- South African Cabinet Minister, Lulu Xingwana, preciates the example of their lives!” daughters-in-law and grandchildren, 90-year-old Mrs Motsuenyane took guests down memory lane Later in the afternoon, cameras clicked and by mentioning difficult moments the family had flashed whilst the couple cut a double-tiered cake had to endure during their time together. Dressed also symbolising 68 years of their union. in an ankle-length light pink dress, she is still sprightly and of a sharp memory. A Swati originally Amid fanfare, the soft-spoken-no-but-nonsense from Standerton in Mpumalanga who used to be a 95-year-old sage, who encourages chastity before schoolteacher, she related a juncture in 1986 when marriage and fidelity thereafter, beamed: “I’m hap- she got incarcerated by the then Bophuthatswana py because, behind me, I leave some legacy that authorities for seizing the cudgels of Winterveld South Africa can follow.” As some luminary said, “age is a case of mind over matter, if you don’t mind, it don’t matter”. STUDENT’S HEART SPEAKS THROUGH ART EXPRESSION: Self-taught visual artist can’t wait to open own art studio... By Frank Maponya of my complete art work is determined by the exposure I SELF-TAUGHT: Mack Mamaregane, 25, is a final A final year Bachelor of Education student at the Uni- get, as well as the time I spend drawing the portrait and the year Bachelor of Education student at the Uni- versity of Limpopo’s Mankweng campus is turning fel- size of the portrait, including the material I use to draw the versity of Limpopo low students’ heads through he drawing of portraits. art piece.” The self-taught visual artist is selling his work to the He said he used his own techniques to break down the students to make a living. And his portraits have been sell- barriers, over and above creating a space between studying ing like fat cakes during the registration of students on his books and doing the art portraits. campus at the beginning of the year. Mack Mamaregane has also drawn beautiful hyper-realistic portraits of well- Mamaregane said he started drawing at a young age known Argentinian professional footballer Lionel Messi. and developed himself with knowledge and techniques Business has been booming for the student born in the deep through watching YouTube tutorials. rural village of Ga-Makanye, east of Polokwane. Mamar- egane, 25, has been kept busy by doing commissioned He acknowledged that he did not have a formal train- portraits. He is pursuing his studies in education, majoring ing in art. It is just an in-born talent, he said. in Mathematics and Physical Science. Mamaregane was awarded a bursary by the Fundza Lushaka Bursary Fund Mamaregane uses his own secret techniques and shad- through the Limpopo department of education for his good ing skills to complete the masterpiece that has won the matric results. hearts of many of his customers. Speaking during an interview this week, Mamaregane “And now I can’t wait to complete my studies to open said: “Art is not for those who don’t have money. The price my own art studio where I will teach art to prospective young emerging visual artists and also open my own gal- lery to polish the promising talents,” he said. “I express myself through art and pour my heart out,” he concluded.

Friday 11 March 2022 NEWS 13WEEKLY SA MIRROR MEDIA NEEDS TO GO BEYOND MERE SUPERFICIAL REPORTING OF GBV CASES – REPORT STUDY: Research into media coverage on crime against women and children peaked in the month of December, especially during the 16 Days of Activism… FLASHBACK: President Cyril Ramaphosa receives a petition from protestors who marched on the Parliament in Cape Town, to raise awareness around the scourge of women and children abuse. By Frank Maponya Research revealed that, further manual sorting shrunk the 800 articles to ported to the police in 2013-2014, only 5 484 re- There are 500 000 cases of rape reported an- where DNA evidence 473 for the final media monitoring. Sorting at this sulted in convictions. Among the reasons given by from sexual offence stage excluded stories that were repeated as well as the report was that police were “mistrustful and nually in South Africa and only one in 25 men ac- some stories that repeated the same event in similar unsympathetic” towards victims, “inefficient and cused of rape gets convicted of the crime. cases should take 30 days fashion. negligent” in collecting evidence and were “unable to reach the courts, it to cope with the demands placed on them” as they Other than falling prey to rapists, South African took between four to The first quarter of 2015 had a few stories worked with limited resources. The research also women and girls also get murdered, including be- mostly reporting about rape associated with armed revealed that where DNA evidence should take 30 ing raped before or after being murdered. This form nine months in 2014 and robbery. Coverage in the second quarter of 2015 days to reach the courts, it took between four to of Gender-Based Violence (GBV), which combines 2015 as “rape kits” sat in included the widely reported story of a 12-year-old nine months as “rape kits” sat in closets unused or two of the most extreme forms of violence against closets unused or got lost... girl who had been raped in her home by a man who got lost. The peak was in the last quarter of 2015, women and children, reportedly occurs in one in was sentenced to life in prison for the crime in Em- despite being recorded a few days after the 16 Days 10 murders. reporting of GBV. The MMA says the results of pangeni, Kwa-Zulu-Natal. of Activism period had fewer stories on GBV com- the media monitoring were analysed into a report pared to other quarters of that year. The normal Rape, according to the South African Crimi- that looked into aspects such as quantity of cover- The South African Police Services was in the trend observed is that the month of December, es- nal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) age to show how the picture grew, topics covered news for reportedly failing to adhere to the provi- pecially a few days after the 16 Days of Activism, Amendment Act of 2007, is sexual penetration under GBV and a breakdown of sources in rela- sions of the Domestic Violence Act. Coverage of will still have a lot of coverage of GBV compared without consent. tion to their role in society and occupation, gender this used the case in which a police constable shot to other periods. and race. The report also analysed the portrayal of dead his wife and others at the Alexandra Police South Africa has been battling with GBV cases women and girls who were at the receiving end of Station in Johannesburg. The coverage also re- The notable dip in coverage of GBV at 30 in for a long time, but the period from 2018 to 2019 GBV. This was an effort to identify gaps in media vealed statistics such as those about 55 women who 2016 was concerning because that was the year of saw a huge public outcry, street protests and a coverage of the scourge so as to recommend better had protection orders against their partners or ex- the #EndRapeCulture and the previous year had no media storm, including social media movements ways of reporting. The organisation says it used an partners being killed by those same partners. The such movement but recorded 36 stories on GBV. against rape and murder. in-house monitoring tool known as Dexter to scrape coverage was also about police officers who had The #EndRapeCulture campaign of 2016 came news content from January 2015 to December 2020 committed violence against women and the fail- about because university students were angry and According to police, a woman is murdered from a total of over a hundred online media. After ure by the SAPS to enforce the Domestic Violence reportedly wanted “to protest against the perva- every three hours in the country. Statistics reveal the scraping, the news items were stored in a data- Act on their colleagues. The third quarter of 2015 sive normalisation of sexual violence on university that 2 771 women had been killed in 2019. Fur- base for sorting, which included identifying and se- started off with the coverage of the trial of Nelson campuses.” ther findings released by the police in 2020 have lecting articles that were published during periods Mandela’s grandson who was in court after being revealed that violence against women and children of high coverage over each quarter in the duration arrested for raping a teenage girl at a restaurant in The re-launching of a GBV command centre in increased during the lockdown imposed by govern- of the five years’ period. Greenside, Johannesburg. The coverage of this sto- Salvokop by Social Development Minister Lindiwe ment to curb the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic. ry was focused on the lawyer to the accused stating Zulu also made the news during the peak period. At the end of this automated and keyword fil- that the trial was being delayed because they could According to the report, the centre had been re- At least 2 230 GBV cases were reported in the tering process, 800 articles were identified. But not find a witness to bolster claims by the accused launched to reduce the stress and strain, but most first week of the lockdown alone, which was an in- that the sex was consensual. importantly to be able to get the necessary institu- crease of 30 percent for the same period the previ- tions that have to take action to help women who ous year. Also worrisome is the fact that more than A report about the state of police and health called in. Also in the coverage was the story of 25 120 000 cases of GBV were recorded by the Gen- services which are available for victims of sexual non-governmental organisations protesting outside der-Based Violence and Femicide Command Cen- offences was also in the news during this period. Parliament against GBV. tre in the first three weeks of the lockdown. And by Coverage of this issue revealed that between 2014 mid-April, in Tshwane alone, the call centre was and 2015, of the 62 649 sexual offences cases re- “What can be deduced is that the media mostly receiving between 500 and a thousand calls a day. reported on GBV as an issue at 35 percent. This means that during the period 2015 to 2020, just Vodacom’s support call centres saw a 65 per- over a third of times the media reported GBV as an cent increase in calls from women and children issue and not just a by-product of the justice system confined in their homes seeking urgent help after process or criminal procedure, for instance,” says the lockdowns began. The report also indicates that the MMA. However, the majority of stories were the picture was quite different in 2015, for instance, mainly stories about attacks on women that caused where only a handful of media reports about GBV public outcry and grabbed the attention of the gov- could be seen. ernment or other stakeholders to make pronounce- ments on fighting the scourge. This is not to say that women and children were not experiencing the scourge, but that media’s cov- For a country that is battling the scourge of erage of it was minimal and was mostly limited to GBV, the MMA says the media needs to go beyond events and periods such as the 16 Days of Activism reporting stories from the courts or when a woman and Women’s Month, according to the Media Mon- has been raped or murdered, but to show creativ- itoring Africa. The organisation says media cover- ity and urgency and, report the scourge even where age only started to gain momentum after global and no high-profile cases had been reported at police national movements such as the 2016 #EndRape- stations. Further, the MMA adds, the media needs Culture campaign; the #MeToo movement that to take it upon themselves to make follow-ups on went viral in 2017, the 2018 #NotInMyName and pronouncements made by actors like the govern- the 2019 #AmINext movements also took centre ment to fight GBV. stage. Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) undertook a monitoring exercise to determine trends in media’s

14 WEEKLY SA MIRROR FASHION/LIFESTYLE Friday 11 March 2022 FOUR REASONS TO CELEBRATE THE IMPERFECT PEARL PRECIOUS: The stone believed to offer protection, attract good fortune and wealth, provide calming effects, and convey a sense of safety... By Mpumi Brown for their grace and beauty, revered for their intel- Pearls were once considered one of the world’s ligence and power; yet none were perfect. It is their ‘imperfect’ traits that have made them accessible, most precious materials. A perfectly unblemished, admired and adored to this day. natural pearl was considered a gem of incompa- rable value. A necklace crafted from matching In fact, this exact sentiment guided the Black spheres of pearls was the most coveted jewellery in Betty photographic shoot for the Pearl Range, “we the ancient world and the wearing of such an exqui- invited five incredible women - all completely sitely adorned strand implied superiority, a mark of different, unique and powerful in their own right, wealth, rank and power. and all symbolic of the Pearl itself,” says Weix- elbaumer. She says that it is amazing to consider Kristin Weixelbaumer, designer and owner of how Pearls appeal to so many and have done for jewellery brand Black Betty says that “the major- so many generations, transcending age and culture. ity of jewellery is created from precious metals and jewels found buried in the earth, but the pearl is the “Not all pearls are formed perfectly sym- only gemstone to come from a living creature. With metrical and unblemished, most pearls are found the launch of the new Black Betty Pearl Collection, in different shapes and colours. We celebrate the the brand has celebrated the nuances and beauty in originality of these beauties and our pearls require imperfection.” no cutting or polishing before use: they are simply exquisite the way they are naturally formed,” says Weixelbaumer shares below some of the rea- Weixelbaumer. sons she finds pearls to be a special gemstone: 1. A meaningful gemstone 2. Chosen by powerful women Recently, pearls have been used to convey mes- The pearl is the world’s oldest gemstone, be- lieved to offer protection, attract good fortune and sages of hope and solidarity. Queen Elizabeth II wealth, provide calming effects, strengthen valu- wore a triple strand of pearls gifted to her by her able relationships, convey a sense of safety, and father, King George VI, to deliver a reassuring mes- symbolise the wearer’s loyalty, integrity and gen- sage during the UK’s first lockdown in 2020, and erosity. when Kamala Harris was sworn in as America’s first female Vice-President, she wore a custom pearl necklace representing the bonds of friend- ship and sisterhood conceived during her time at university. 3. Created to overcome adversity A pearl is formed as a result of an oyster’s natu- ral defence against intrusion. When an irritant such as a grain of sand contaminates the shell, the oyster will slowly secrete layer upon layer of a soothing substance known as nacre, or mother-of-pearl, en- casing the irritant and protecting the mollusc’s frag- ile body. An iridescent gem is formed through the oyster’s natural resilience in overcoming adversity. 4. A celebration of imperfection Among the best-known lovers of pearls are Cleopatra, Elizabeth I, Jackie Kennedy, Marilyn Monroe, and Elizabeth Taylor – women celebrated

Friday 11 March 2022 FASHION/LIFESTYLE 15WEEKLY SA MIRROR INHUMANITY OF REMOVALS AND UPROOTING OF FAMILY REVISITED: Story of forced removals and land dispossession from African people... By Gugu Sibiya frustration and almost triumph over the incidents Rooyen. The reflective discussion is around what blowing ferociously. People want their land back! that affected and changed families and the genera- must have gone through the long-suffering people’s “We live in a democratic country. Why can’t Play: Joanie Galant-Hulle-Where Are tions’ lives forever in their country. tortured minds as they were kicked out of their We Really At Home In This forefathers’ land, for the unknown. we emulate the Jewish people with the holo- Life? The play revisits the cruel, draconian Group caust? We can be relentless about keeping our his- Actors: Kim Cloete - Joanie. Areas Act and Population. The regime used it to The heart wrenching conversation of people tory alive. Our people’s lives were messed up the Brendon Daniels - Davey. forcibly remove families from cities and arable whose precious belongings were lost and broken day Jan van Riebeck and his bandits landed on our Wayne Rooyen - Joseph. tracts of land to far flung, undeveloped areas. They while hurled into insatiable lorries, gobbling their shores in 1652. Playwright: Adam Small. lost properties overnight to start off in replace- life’s worth of sweat and tears. The dreary gloom Director: Christo Davids. ments that didn’t match their original dwellings. watching the excited, sickening, anticipated look as “They didn’t bring any land but still set them- the insensitive, apartheid army relished their duty. selves up cushy. Colonisation destroyed us, apart- Joanie Galant-Hulle-Where Are We At Home Joanie’s story’s set in Cape Town where fami- heid hammered the final nail on the coffin. Our In This Life? This is yet another powerful, grip- lies were forcibly removed from the city, District Penned by Adam Small, his timing is impec- people’s poverty is not coincidental but historic. ping, melancholic and thought-provoking play Six and Woodstock, to be dumped at the notorious cable. Forced removals are inextricably entwined to hit the Market theatre’s Barmey Simon thea- Cape Flats. with the contentious land issue. Bringing this hot “We get the Market’s commitment to diver- tre in Newtown, Johannesburg, this year. potato issue to the table, is to open youngsters’ sifying their programme by staging plays in indig- Typically, the oppressors were relentless and eyes. Politically it’s divisive enough, the president enous languages, by local playwrights but this is The Department of Arts and Culture Incubator unrepentant about its inhumane handling of African is urged to stop treating this emotive subject with a play that needs to be seen. The language barrier Programme sponsored production opened its cur- people, the natural owners of the land they were kid gloves. limits it to a select few. The youth need to view this tains on February 24. It runs until March 27. so callously dispossessed of. Actions that’ve kept revisited episode of our history we dare not forget. cities and residential areas segregated throughout Small’s play raises incidents rarely revisited. Its message is too important to be lost in transla- Retracing its steps back to our country’s mud- the country, to this day. Once youngsters get clarity on the importance of tion.” died past, it’s likely to open old wounds, leaving land, how it was taken and the importance of audiences with mixed emotions of sadness, anger, Entirely in Afrikaans, the sobering dialogue remembering our history, they may just surprise Catch Joanie Galant – Hulle at the Market, is ably articulated by seasoned actors in the calibre us with fresh solutions. The winds of change are before its season finale on March 27. Tickets cost of Kim Cloete, Brendon Daniels and Wayne van between R90.00 and R150.00. FEISTY DUBE tion, table-setting and atmosphere, are some of KEEPS THINGS the things the families get judged on. The ones with the most points, win a prize. HOT IN THE KITCHEN “Aside from the meals, the hosts sing, recite poetry or show us their area and favourite break ZEST: Veteran actress dishes out charisma a leg hang-out. The other day our hosts took us to and seven colours on TV show… Disoufeng. It was fun, we hung out with a lively crowd and danced our feet off. Their mouth-wa- By Gugu Sibiya crumbs with mealie rice or dombolo (steamed backdrop of riveting conversation and laughter! tering cuisine is world----class, while the atmos- Seven Colours is barely three weeks on TV, yet bread) during the week. Sunday was special. Around that magnificently set table, flowing gos- phere is something else,” she enthuses. it’s talk of the townships, thanks to its char- Most families served a delectably sumptuous fare. sip reigns supreme. You quickly catch up with ismatic, ball-of-energy and multi-award-win- I’m talking rice, meat, pumpkin, potatoes, spin- the gossip and lowdown from the hood,” says the “I’m fascinated by the different types of cui- ning actress co-host. The one and only Lillian ach or green beans, tomato and beetroot. If there’s versatile Orlando East-born actress, confessing to sine and grannies’ recipes I’m learning to cook. Dube. no beet root, it’s not seven colours to me. most of them living in the “burbs”, missing this Our show awakens that latent culture of cooking, “kasi” culture a lot. instead of relying on take-aways if you’re well- “I was so excited to get this gig especial- “I’m obsessed with beetroot but not the chut- heeled. Besides, you can’t buy that vibrant town- ly after Covid-19 and its subsequent financial ney flavoured one with its potential of inciting “Elokshini you’ll never die alone. When ship vibe,” she brags. drought. I was just telling my friends that is time your diabetes to act up. Chutney should be an op- people don’t see you on any given day, they do for versatility. Arguing in favour of persistently tional extra on the table. I’m a fan of the old fash- not only ask of each other if you’re okay, but Dube’s acting career started when her son learning new skills, as a great idea. As if some- ion version of it mixed with sugar. Dessert would check you out. If not, they get help. Your neigh- encouraged her toaudition for an acting role body was eavesdropping on our conversation, just be jelly allowed to set the under side-board, to be bours are an extension of your family,” she says, on an SABC drama. At the time she was work- then a call came through with an offer for me to had with custard,” she recalls. nostalgically. ing for Greatermans, an upmarket department co-host a live TV cooking show! store. Spotting her talent, the impressed director “I enjoy visiting people’s homes with the The ever-jovial Dube says Seven Colours snapped her up and an acting legend was born. “I “Reality TV is something I’ve never done show. It’s reclaiming those wonderful days of crew gets invited to people’s homes. One family was ecstatic,” she remembers. before or ever dreamt of embroiling myself with. good neighbourliness and Ubuntu in the town- cook up a storm for another. The next day they However, I’m learning every day. The biggest ships. Cooking scrumptious meals and eating swap around with the guest family now hosting Her career in “skiet en donner” TV dramas blessing has been my co-host, a delightful young with family, friends and neighbours. and cooking. The standard of the food, presenta- flourished and countless roles and awards later. man called Moshe Ngidi. What a sweet, gentle Today, she’s still at it. Some of her memorable soul who’s made me comfortable. Just like me, “It’s about passing on the culture, drink from roles were in Mopheme, Generations, Isidingo, he loves people. We’re always laughing, it’s like the well of oral history as well as strengthening Muvhango, Squeezas, among others, proving her Christmas every day on set. the command of language and idiom,” Dube says, staying power. As a casting director, she was in- proudly praising the cooking skills and resilience strumental in unearthing a lot of talent currently “Seven Colours came about because most of our people’s spirit in the face of insurmount- gracing the small screen. people grew up like me, eating fish bones or able hardship. A cancer survivor, she lost her breast in the “Food’s for sharing and it happens against the fight against the disease. Her positive attitude is proving that she’s a brilliant ambassador and ac- tivist to raise awareness around it. She’s tirelessly educated women and men on the wisdom of an- nual check-ups and staying on treatment once di- agnosed. She motivates and is happier than most healthy people. This is while she moonlights as a long-time ambassador and face of a life insurance company. “I’m so happy to be on Seven Colours. It’s going to show our children how we used to live, how great life was and the love we had for each other as a people. Besides, viewers are tired of watching violence and crime. We’re offering an alternative, fresh and entertaining viewing. Catch Lillian Dube and Moshe Ngii on Seven Colours, on Honey TV, Channel 173, on Thurs- day, at 4.30pm with repeats on

16 WEEKLY SA MIRROR MOTORING Friday 11 March 2022 MOTORING:Briefs BUZZING; The new VW ID. RUSSIA MAY NATIONALISE Buzz brings back a new ABANDONED CAR feeling of automotive FACTORIES freedom, independence and great emotion A growing exodus of carmakers from Rus- sia could end with its Government taking VW ID.BUZZ control of abandoned assets, with a high- ROLLED OUT ranking member of Russia’s ruling party likening the mass exodus of carmakers CHEEKY: The retro-designed interior finished in an INSPIRED: The new VW ID. Buzz takes its influence from the legendary from the country as a “war” against its citi- orange-and-white colour scheme is fresh and fun Type 2 Microbus. zens. KOMBI: A futuristic interpretation that leaves little to no doubt as to the Echoing comments from the First model that inspired it Deputy Prime Minister in proposing the nationalisation of factories abandoned by By Ali Mphaki big chapter: autonomous driving. which are due to be released at a later date. auto companies, United Russia Secretary It has an inner fun compass. A joy-o-meter. An Well, over the last few years and true to word, At a fast-charging station, 5% to 80% should Andrey Turchak said in a statement posted excitement to take the road to never been there, to the party’s website this week. never done that. Even the wrong turn is the Volkswagen has been developing its forthcom- take roughly 30 minutes and in certain markets, a right turn. ing ID. Series models — a fully electric next-gen bi-directional charging function will allow for cus- “United Russia proposes nationalising lineup of vehicles . tomers to power their homes with the electricity in production plants of the companies that And bumps in the road are goosebumps. The their car. The VW ID. Buzz also boasts a 117.6” announce their exit and the closure of pro- ID. Buzz is going to electrify the world with curi- And after debuting the production version of wheelbase, 39.6 cubic feet of cargo space, a 36.4’ duction in Russia during the special opera- osity and anticipation. Stay tuned for a smiling bus the ID. 4, VW has now rolled out the next mass- turning radius, an 8.5-second 0-100 km/h time, tion in Ukraine,” United Russia Secretary that will have you grinning. And buzzing. production addition to its all-electric lineup with and a top speed that’s been electronically limited Andrey Turchak said in a statement posted the hotly-anticipated ID. Buzz. to 150 km/h. to the party’s website this week. This is how VW AG announced the ID.Buzz - its modernized Microbus – or kombi – when it Fitted with LED lighting all around, the ex- The new kombi also comes loaded with a host “This is an extreme measure, but we launched in Hamburg, Germany, this week. terior of the ID. Buzz takes ample influence from of advanced driver assist systems including front will not tolerate being stabbed in the back, VW’s legendary Type 2 Microbus, delivering a fu- and lane assists, adaptive cruise control, blindspot and we will protect our people. This is a Ralf Brandstätter, Chairman of the Board of turistic interpretation of the kombi that leaves little monitoring, side, travel, and emergency park as- real war, not against Russia as a whole, but Management of Volkswagen Passenger Cars also to no doubt as to the model that inspired it. sists, and area view. against our citizens,” he said- WHICH- added his voice: CAR The interior of the car sports an equally mod- Made at the marque’s main commercial ve- “The ID. Buzz is a genuine icon for the elec- ern design, with eco-friendly upholstery, floor- hicles plant in Hannover, Germany, the 2022 BMW AND ALPINA A tric era. A car, the likes of which only Volkswa- mats, headliner, and seat covers made from par- Volkswagen ID. Buzz is slated for a Euro-market PERFECT FIT gen can build. In the 1950s, the Volkswagen Bulli tially recycled materials, a 10” digital cockpit release ahead of a North American debut the fol- stood for a new feeling of automotive freedom, display paired with a 10” infotainment system, and lowing year. VW has also stated that the ID. Buzz Munich-based automaker BMW has pur- independence and great emotion. a 10-color ambient lighting setup, all as standard. will grow smarter and more sophisticated over chased the Alpina brand, a previously time. independent company sub-assembling “The ID. Buzz picks up on this lifestyle and With a 77 kWh battery (gross energy content: specialised BMW models with a focus on transfers it into our time: emission-free, sustain- 82 kWh), it provides current to a 150 kW electric It is not clear if VWSA will bring this one to high-end dynamics tinged with comfort. able, fully networked and now ready for the next motor and 310 Nm, which drives the rear, however Mzansi. They will not regret it. VW are not just ready to announce range figures BMW and Alpina have reached an agreement that “will secure the long term future of the Alpina brand”. “BMW and Alpina are a perfect fit! The Alpina brand has matured alongside BMW over the past 50 years and has everything it takes to make the heart of an automotive connoisseur beat faster all over the world. It finds the right balance between cultivat- ed sportiness, luxury, and exclusivity. From 2025 onwards, BMW will own all trademark rights to Alpina and at this time the relationship will enter a new era. WHAT DO THE NORTH KOREANS DRIVE North Korea is a country of around 25 million people, yet estimates suggest that there are only 30,000 vehicles on its roads. That may make it the country with the low- est rate of car ownership on earth. Besides the many vehicles that cart around military personnel, who make up nearly five percent of the population at any given moment, there are also a lot of im- ported vehicles. According to defectors, Mercedes-Ben- zes are the de facto government vehicles in North Korea, and the higher your position, the fancier the model. Luxury Toyotas are also found on the nation’s roads despite trade restrictions preventing both manu- facturers from selling their cars there. And there are also a lot of ’70s Volvos North Korea leader Kim Jong-un re- portedly owns an Audi R8, a Range Rover, a Rolls-Royce, and more.-CARSCOOPS ANNOYING BACK SEAT DRIVERS A study of 2,000 motorists shows seven in 10 believe there is nothing more annoying than a passenger who frequently displays exaggerated emotion or offers unwanted ‘help’ or advice. Criticising the driver’s decision-mak- ing, flinching when they appear to drive ‘too close’ to the car in front and point- ing out the correct turn-off or junction also only serve to irritate those behind the wheel. Researchers found nagging partners are the biggest back-seat drivers, followed by mum and then dad. Just under half of those polled have been in an argument with someone in the car due to their interfering comments, and an unfortunate five per cent have acciden- tally jumped a red light while remonstrat- ing with an annoying passenger.-UK IN- DEPENDENT

Friday 11 March 2022 PERSONAL FINANCE/BUSINESS 17WEEKLY SA MIRROR INVESTORS ON HIGH ALERT DUE TO RUSSIA’S INVASION OF UKRAINE VALUE: The value of investments is expected to rise and fall over the short term By Isaac Moledi est banks from the Swift global financial payment such as heavyweights Sibanye-Stillwater, Sasol, index portfolios have less than 0.12% direct invest- Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in the past few system. Such sanctions, according to the Western BHP Group, Harmony, Impala Platinum and Anglo ment exposure to Russia.” weeks shook the whole global markets but local countries, were an attempt to cripple Russia’s fi- American,” says Pottier. experts believe that the rally in key local com- nancial system, destabilise its currency and cut He called on investors to match their portfo- modities combined with rand sell-off shielded off access to hard currency (US dollars, euro and The table below summarises the performance lios to their investment time horizon saying. “High local equity markets from the worst as the world British pounds), thereby limiting Russia’s ability to of the company’s investment portfolios as at mar- growth portfolios with a higher allocation to growth continued to experience one of the worst human fund its warfare. ket close on February 28, 2022. assets (equity and property) are better suited to calamities since World War Two. long-term investment horizons. These portfolios The Russian Ruble fell by 30% against the US Pottier says although all portfolios have been will generate higher returns over longer periods. Investors around the world have been on high dollar and in an attempt to stabilise the collapsing impacted by global events in the week gone by, “we alert since the invasion about two weeks ago when currency, the Russian central bank more than dou- continue to be encouraged by the resilient one-year They will, however, experience greater vari- Russia, the world’s third largest producer of oil and bled its key interest rate from 9.5% to 20%. returns our funds have generated for investors”. ability of returns over shorter time periods.” gas, invaded Ukraine, unsettling and putting global markets on tender hooks. As Russia is of particular importance to the Looking ahead, he said one can expect height- Pottier said defensive portfolios, meaning those global economy as the world’s third largest pro- ened volatility to continue as the situation evolves with a higher allocation to bonds and cash, exhibit On February 24, 2022, Russia invaded Ukraine ducer of oil and gas, the Brent crude oil price rose and markets recalibrate expectations. “We caution lower risk of capital loss over shorter periods and by land, sea and air as Russian President, Vladimir above $100 per barrel as fears of supply shortages investors against reacting to short-term market are, therefore, better suited to short-term invest- Putin, tried to prevent Ukraine from joining the mount.As the crisis gained momentum, the price of movements and encourage clients to remain calm ment horizons. North Atlantic Treaty Organization (Nato). Putin palladium, which Russia accounts for 40% of the and to stay focused on the factors that are within was also trying to force Nato to reverse its east- world production, hit a 6-month high before retrac- their control.” According to him, 10X’s multi-asset “Whilst the value of investments may rise and ward expansion by removing forces and its military ing some gains. Palladium is a key input in catalytic index portfolios are diversified across asset classes fall over the short term, the real benefits of com- infrastructure from member states and effectively converter used to reduce CO2 emissions in internal and geographies and within asset classes to safe- pound growth are realised over the long term. returning to 1997 boundaries. combustions in cars. guard investors’ money from undue risk. “Diver- sification limits the risk of losing capital when a We encourage you to avoid selling out of in- Since the invasion, Ukrainian troops have been In response to rising risks and tensions, global negative event impacts an industry or a particular vestments when prices fall and locking in those fighting to keep major cities out of the hands of markets turned risk-off in the week ending Febru- region, as this latest crisis has. All 10X multi-asset capital losses. invading military forces, although Russia claimed ary 28, 2022. “In times of risk-off sentiment in- early to have neutralised Ukraine’s air defences. vestors reduce their risk exposure in equities and Overall, success is based on your time in the emerging markets and flee to dollars, US bonds and market rather than your efforts to time the market’’. Scores of Ukrainian soldiers and civilians, in- gold as safe-haven assets to protect their capital,” cluding a sizeable number of the Russian forces are according to Kellin Pottier of 10X Investment. He said to have lost their lives with Ukrainian infra- says developed market equities gained marginally structure having been destroyed. Many Ukrainians in dollar terms, and rose 1.52% in rands, given the fled from their country to seek refuge in neighbour- 1.45% depreciation of the rand against the dollar. ing countries. Just a few days into the crisis, Putin sent a chill around the world when he ordered Rus- According to Pottier, whilst emerging market sia’s nuclear forces to be placed on high alert. equities had fallen -2.56% in rands on the back of risk-off sentiment, SA equities gained 1.45%. The USA, the EU and other allies responded by imposing harsh sanctions on Russia, including “As a major exporter of gold and platinum closing USA and EU airspace to Russian aircrafts, group metals (PGMs) including palladium, South freezing the Russian central bank’s access to in- African equities have been shielded as the rally in ternational reserves and cutting off Russia’s larg- these key commodities combined with the sell-off of the rand has boosted our local resource counters, By Isaac Moledi YOUTHS ability because they only consider permanent dis- Most youths miss the opportunity to initiate ENCOURAGED TO abilities, but the experience shows that temporary certain financial commitments while they are in INVEST WISELY AT disability is much more common and still has a their twenties until it is too late. significant financial impact if not insured against.” AN EARLY AGE Some experts believe that the ten years be- According to Theron, in South Africa, many tween turning twenty and progressing into one’s SAVE: The best method for starting to save is people around the age of 20, are already responsi- thirties are mostly filled with adventure, inde- ble for the financial wellbeing of their parents and pendence and joy. It is the journey between be- investing a big chunk for retirement sometimes even their extended families. “Income ing sometimes under the care of one’s parents and protection is a guaranteed way of making sure progressing into full-blown adulthood. creased independence and purposeful work means journey is to allocate a percentage of your income your loved ones aren’t burdened, and are still pro- that many young people of today are saving and to this fund – a nonnegotiable portion of your in- vided for should you unexpectedly become unable Millennials and Zoomers (as Generation Z investing for short-term goals, but neglecting to come that is removed as it comes in.” In some to work.” have come to be known) are having kids, get- consider their longer term financial aspirations.” cases, employers might match your retirement Build a good credit score. ting married and buying a home much later than contributions, which is another great way to am- their predecessors. Their attitude towards money Theron proposes three decisions that millen- plify your savings efforts. Theron believes that working on establish- and investing differ from previous generations, nials and Zoomers should make as early as pos- Look out for those closest to you. ing a good credit score in your youth is important particularly when compared to the baby boomers sible: when it comes to applying for loans to purchase a while high student loan debt and other problems Start saving for retirement as early as possible. Theron says there are many arguments for home or vehicle. “Credit providers require insight continue to impact their economic future. taking out income protection as a young adult – into how you’ve managed debt in the past in order Theron says retirement is often overlooked the greatest of which is the reduced price of the to grant you credit in the future, and this is often As the coronavirus pandemic continues to im- when one is just starting out. “You’re more con- premium when you’re young and healthy. He says a stumbling block for young people in their first pact many key areas of their lives from employ- cerned about cash flow for the upcoming weekend young people tend to think of physical assets first jobs.” ment to investment, many of these millennials and less worried about your accommodation as an – buying a car or house, but when first starting out, choose to work remotely during the pandemic, eighty -year old” . your earning potential is actually your greatest as- It could take a few years to establish a good the element of which has a habit to shift how they set, and this is what needs to be protected with the credit score. “The easiest way to start is by taking spent their money. Theron stresses that it’s never too early to necessary income protection insurance. out retail, cellular or store credit account. Choose start saving for retirement. The earlier you start, an interest-free facility that is within your means Although they have frequently been labelled the more time your nest egg has to grow. “A good “People underestimate the likelihood of dis- and ensure that you settle monies owing time- as materialistic, spoiled and saddled with a sense method for starting your savings and investment ously.” of entitlement, experts believe that the truth is that some millennials feel they will not be able to Theron says that being in a position to make achieve material goals like finding their dream job, any of the above moves means that you can count buying a house or retiring until much later in their yourself amongst the lucky few. “The reality for lives than their parents did. many South Africans is that saving, investing and insuring can be incredibly difficult when you’re Edwin Theron, from digital insurer, Sanlam trying to make ends meet – especially considering Indie, says that as a result, these young adults are the challenges faced over the past two years.” sometimes missing the opportunity to initiate cer- tain financial commitments while in their twenties, He says that even before investing, taking a which would directly (and positively) impact their good look at your spending and eliminating bad lives as early as when they are in their forties. “The debt is a good place to start your journey to finan- understandable desire amongst millennials for in- cial freedom.

18 WEEKLY SA MIRROR SPORT Friday 11 March 2022 GSIDE V RIN IEW PULE MOKHINE By Pule Mokhine It is usually unheard-of these days to hear of BACK IN THE DAY: Norman Hlabane (right) with super pugulist Dingaan Thobela and Ron Jackson boxing trainers that have defied their staying power in the ring by uncovering a glut of tal- HLABANE IS THE MAN ent among a crop of fighters that have made a FOR ALL SEASONS mark in the professional ring. MENTOR: Trainer discovers boxing talent to emulate Rose For one Norman “Hitachi” Hlabane, this is a matter of making boxing to be like his real Hlabane is also credited for having honed the most - which is training youngsters. At the moment, he boasts of a gem in Kagi- personal fiefdom as he is in the ring to serve as a skills of Peter Malinga, the man that previously “ I’m so much indebted to training young so Busakwe, the youngster credited for holding mentor until he dies. held the IBO and WBU welterweight diadems. the Gauteng lightweight championship belt. The boxers that I feel I won’t hang up gloves as yet boxer retained his title by beating Talent Baloyi at The veteran mentor who has now reached a As if the accomplishment of Hlabane are despite age no longer being on my side. I still Kagiso Memorial Hall two weeks ago. milestone age of 76, does not see himself quitting unnoticed, the affable trainer also produced top- have enough energy though to produce more his job anytime soon as a trainer as he still churns class gems in the mould of David “ Mixo “ Pot- champions like I did before. I will only retire “ Busakwe was discovered by the late Lehlo- out champions in his stable like he has done in sane who held the national junior middleweight when the man upstairs (God) decides my fate,” honolo ‘Hands of Stone’ Ledwaba who worked the past. crown, and Paul “ Ditau” Molefyane , who ruled says Hlabane. closely with us at the gym. We’re grooming the the national lightweight division with an iron fist. boxer to be like Dingaan Thobela,” concludes The Central Western Jabavu, Soweto-based The soft-spoken mentor whose stable boast Hlabane. Hlabane has earned his spurs for having pro- But with advanced age seemingly about to an array of gifted youngsters, says he intends to duced a world champion in Dingaan “The Rose derail Hlabane’s work, he believes no one except churn out more world beaters like he did to Thob- It remains to be seen if Hitachi will maintain of Soweto” Thobela,. The latter is highly credited God will ever make him retire from what he loves ela in the near future. his staying power as a trainer of note. for having won the IBO lightweight and WBC super middleweight titles in an illustrious fistic career. Winning the WBC championship belt not only made Thobela an instant hit, but gave Hlabane a sense of pride as he brought pride to Soweto by making his fighter to accomplish such a feat. No one has ever done that before. Hlabane, a former professional pugilist him- self who turned professional way back in 1966 and fought the likes of Enoch “ Schoolboy” Nhlapo twice for the SA lightweight crown. He also collided with Gordon Goba and McKeed Mofokeng for provincial diadems. He knows exactly how to groom boxers to reach the highest level in the pugilistic game. This is illustrated by the fact that Hlabane also previously guided the fortunes of Nika “The Sting” Khumalo, who captured several SA light- weight crowns before he collided and beat the highly envied Manning Galloway for the WBO crown. PROTEAS WIN OVER shifting down to No 3. PAKISTAN NOT SO Lee failed on her return, and was out for just 2 IMPRESSIVE (7) and when Brits fell in the eighth over for 2 (18), SECOND ON THE TROT: Still to play South Africa were in real trouble at 21/2. Laura against England, New Zealand, Australia, West Wolvaardt (75 off 91) and skipper Sune Luus (62 Indies and India off 102) then combined for what was essentially a match-winning partnership, putting on an 89-run SPEEDSTER: Shabnim Ismail was cool un- By Own Correspondent South Africa have now won their opening two stand for the third wicket that got South Africa go- der pressure conceeding just three It was far from clinical, and the game was in the matches at the tournament, but their schedule gets ing. balance for large periods, but the Proteas se- significantly more difficult from here with fixtures cured a thrilling 6-run victory over Pakistan in against England, New Zealand, Australia, West In- A flurry of wickets in the middle-order then re- their second World Cup clash in Mount Maun- dies and India to come. duced the Proteas to 120/5, but important knocks ganui on Friday. from Chloe Tryon (31 off 38) and wicketkeeper Tri- As was the case in their tournament opener sha Chetty (31 off 26) saw them post a modest yet Chasing 224 for victory, Pakistan went into the against Bangladesh, the victory was comfortable competitive 223/9. final over needing 10 for the win, and it was Shab- enough in the end, but the Proteas will know that nim Ismail who was tasked with bowling it. they need to be significantly improved in all depart- The Pakistan run chase was tense throughout, ments if they are going to mount a serious chal- with neither side able to get firmly ahead in the con- The South African speedster was cool under lenge in New Zealand. test after Shabnim Ismail (3/41 in 9.5) struck with pressure and conceded just three in five balls that successive deliveries as Pakistan were 26/2. included a stunning catch off her own bowling. Pakistan won the toss and opted to bowl first as the Proteas welcomed back star opener Lizelle Lee, Opener Nahida Khan (40 off 71) and No 4 Pakistan were all out for 217, falling just short. who came in for Laura Goodall with Tazmin Brits Omaima Sohail (65 off 104) then laid the founda- tion, and while the Proteas bowlers were economi- cal, they struggled to pick up wickets in quick suc- cession after Ismail’s initial burst. As the innings progressed, however, the pres- sure shifted onto the chasing side and Pakistan were left needing 56 off 42 with four wickets in hand, and then 38 off 24, to secure their first victory of the competition. The task was too big, and while the Proteas got home in the end, they missed numerous runout chances along the way. They next play hosts New Zealand in Hamilton on Thursday. Scores in brief: SA 223/9 (Wolvaardt 75, Luus 61, Sana 3/43, Fatima 3/52) Pakistan 217 all out (Sohail 65, Dar 55, Ismail 3/41, Kapp 2/43, Khaka 2/43) SA won by 6 runs

Friday 11 March 2022 SPORT 19WEEKLY SA MIRROR SPORTS: Briefs THERE WAS NOTHING SMALL ABOUT BIG BOY TALENTED: One of those rare strikers to play for both Chiefs and Pirates MELLOW: Johannes “Big Boy” Kholoane as he appears today. By Masoja Cele AM PLAYER OF THE MONTH Johannes ‘’Big-Boy’’ Kholoane caused a sen- WIZARD: Big Boy Kholoane seen doing his thing of leaving defenders sprawled during a sation when he played in the black and white match with Moroka Swallows The Vodacom United Rugby Championship has colours of Orlando Pirates. A short trip to Rand been the perfect platform for Springbok talisman Stadium back in February 10 1979 during Bucs ‘’ Frankly, I surprised myself with my sensa- I came on as a substitute and scored the second and Cell C Sharks captain Lukhanyo Am to again versus Highlands Park in the semi-finals of the tional performance in that match. We beat Chiefs goal. Another memorable goal, I combined with underline his status as one of world rugby’s best BP Top 8 is the everlasting memory of his illus- 1-0 and I scored the only goal in the 90th minute. Sono from the centre of the pitch to score’’ In my centres when he was voted the competition’s Play- trious football career. That match and in particular the goal, it has etched years as a professional footballer I’ve won numer- er of the Month for February. deeply in my mind. After the final whistle I quickly ous accolades that includes the 1974 League Win- This is the date former Pirates favourite ran to the dressing room because Bucs supporters ners, Champ of Champions BP Top 8, 1975 Ben- Am has embraced the challenge of a competi- Ephraim ‘’Jomo’’ Sono, abandoned his wedding wanted to celebrate the victory in my presence. son and Hedges, 1976 BP Top 8 and 1976 Champ tion focused on showcasing the skill and diversity to help his side to a memorable win against the of Champions all with Chiefs. The 1978 BP Top 8 of South Afrca’s leading players. Mean-Machine. I guess it was scary scenario for safety reason. and League Winners, 1978 and 83, League Cham- I stayed in the dressing till the dust had settled. pions, 1983 League Champions and 1980 Main- He’s been one of the main driving forces be- ‘’ Yeah, Sono was getting married on the day Derbies of our era were totally different from the stay Cup, all with Pirates’’. hind the Sharks’ rise to within the top eight on the and as a team we had to do the battle without his clashes we watch today. The rival between the two United Rugby championship table with both his service. Though we never anticipate it, he sur- teams divided families. They were so intriguing ‘’When I recruited Andy ‘’Jesus’’Karajinsky exceptional individual play and his leadership abil- prised all and sundry when he strutted in the field and tense because of top class football that was to the team from Bluebells, the late Bucs admin- ity. in the second half, and received standing ovation displayed in the field. istrator Mr Mashaba asked me how I could bring from the vociferous crowd. After, Highlands Park ‘’Jesus Christ’’ to play for Pirates. He was refer- According to the South African rugby media; had led the proceedings 2-0, I reduced the deficit The battles were more corporal but we jug- ring to Andy’s full beard on his chin and cheeks. “Am is arguably the best outside centre in world to 2-1 from a penalty and clinched the equalizer a gled the ball around and use the brain. Remem- Andy proved him wrong by delivering in the field rugby at the moment. The superlatives to describe few minutes later. And when Sono took to the field ber, we played against tough defenders in the form and became popular with Bucs supporters’’ con- him this past month fall short of his genius, which he scored the third goal to give us a 3-2 lead. The of Ten-Ten Nzimande, Mthunzi’’Shadow’’Kota, cluded Kholoane. is only improving.” late Amos ‘’ Shuffle’’ Mkhari who had apparently Chilliboy Koloba, Richard Ngubane to name a replaced me scored the fourth goal towards the end few. These were solid and complete defenders who Kholoane is the proud distributor of soft drinks WARNE STATE FUNERAL FOR and we won 4-2. Individual skill, determination were tough tacklers’’. and mineral water in Soweto. He supplies filling MARCH 30 and teamwork were the main key for our victory. stations with his sourced product. The former drib- Highlands Park were no pushovers, they boasted ‘’ I believe I excelled every time we played bling wizard is thrilled to be back at his second Australian cricket superstar Shane Warne will be a galaxy of stars in the mould of Martin Cohen, Chiefs proving the adage that you perform to the home, Chiefs. He is part of the Chiefs legends honoured with a state funeral at the Melbourne Jimmy Joubert, Eugene Kleynhans, Hennie Jou- best of your ability when you faced against the structure that also includes the chairman Kaizer Cricket Ground on the evening of March 30, the bert to mention a few’’. best. I recall back in 1977 when we played Amak- Motaung. Victorian state government said on Wednesday. hosi in a league match. With Pirates leading 1-0, ‘’ Before donning the Pirates jersey in 1976, I Warne died at the age of 52 on the Thai holiday had spent two successful seasons with Bucs arch- island of Koh Samui on Friday His body is to be re- rivals Kaizer Chiefs. I enjoyed my football with patriated. An autopsy found he had died of natural at Chiefs. The Phefeni Glamour Boys played as causes following a reported heart attack. a unit. I can’t easily forget my debut against Af- rican Wanderers at Orlando Stadium. We trashed A state funeral for the legendary leg-spinnder the Durban team 10-1. I scored three goals in 9 will be held at the Melbourne Cricket Groung, wih minutes and two more late in the game (5 in total). tickes open to the public said a statement by the Till today that record quite stands. I still marvel Victorian government. the combination play I had with the likes of Pule Ntsoelongoe, Maria Maria Lamola, Johnny ‘’Mag- Warne’s death sparked a global outpouring of wegwe’’ Mokoena and Kaizer Motaung boasted grief from prime ministers, rock stars and fellow Kholoane. players, an acknowledgement that the Melbourne native transcended his sport. ‘’Nonetheless, after the expiry of my contract, my negotiations with Amakhosi management for a better salary didn’t work out. I then decided to move on and joined Bluebells United in the Fed- eration League. But, what shocked me was when Chiefs sold me to Benoni United without my knowledge. I only read it the newspapers. Bucs were sniffing then and they advanced their inter- est. Fortunately, Pirates got my clearance from The Rabbits and I became a Buccaneer. Signing for the Orlando East side wasn’t a difficult journey. They welcomed me in high spirits. The players knew what I was capable of doing on the field of play’’ quipped Kholoane. The White City born Kholoane vividly recall his first derby against Chiefs in Pirates colours. FURY TO HANG HIS GLOVES MIRRORWEEKLY SA Insight to connect the dots... Tyson Fury says he will retire after next month’s defence of his WBC title against fellow British For more information heavyweight Dillian Whyte in London, stating he on Mirror advertising has “nothing to prove”. Contact: ROSLYN OLIFANT on 068 578 0162 or call office: 060 936 2673 The unbeaten two-time world champion was expected to face the winner of Anthony Joshua’s rematch with Oleksandr Usyk, the holder of the WBA, IBF, and WBO belts, in a unification bout should he beat Whyte. But afer Tuesday’s news conference to pro- mote the fight on April 23 at Wembley Stadium, Fury, who has hinted at walking away from box- ing before said he would be “fully retired after the fight”. “What I want to do after boxing is chill on a beach, drink pina coladas, drive Ferraris and live on boats and that’s it,” said the 33-year-old.

MIRROR SPORTWEEKLY SA Insight to connect the dots... SUNDOWNS TO MAKE IT TWO-IN-A ROW TITANIC: SUNDOWNS TO PUSH HARD TO FINISH AS GROUP LEADERS By Sports Reporter those lessons do not give clues for the next SAFE HANDS: Sundowns keeper Kennedy Mamelodi Sundowns face Al Ahly in competition because they always present a Mweene is expected to perform at his best the return leg of the CAF Champions unique scenario. League on Saturday afternoon in Johan- to thwart marauding Al Ahly strikers nesburg. “Over the past three Champions League we were facing Ahly in the quar- After narrowly beating Ahly 1-0 two ter finals and we were unfortunate to lose weekends ago in Cairo, The Brazilians against them, we had to always try to dig have remained at the top of Group A with deeper to find solutions to beat them. seven points from their three matches played, while The Red Devils are in second This highly anticipated encounter has place with four points. Downs Co-Coach, the potential to determine who will finish Manqoba Mngqithi has set his heart on a as pool leaders between the two sides. The thrilling encounter with the Egyptians on defending champions of this competition Saturday. might come out seeking revenge when they go up against the South African champi- “We are going to a very tough encoun- ons, however Masandawana’s focus is on ter, a game that has got so much insight and advancing to the next round of the Cham- a game that can determine our season. It’s pions League. “Whatever result comes a game of consequence because both Ahly in this match might not necessarily mean and ourselves are looking for a result that anything in terms of topping the group, but can maybe get us into the quarterfinals or it might mean something in terms of guar- stamp the position in the group stages. anteeing one of the two teams qualification into the quarter finals. At this stage, as Also considering that they lost their Sundowns our focus is always streamlined first match against us on their home ground, into first qualifying for the quarter finals, obviously they will come for vengeance then secondly the potential to top the group hoping to try and upset us in that space.” if needed [because] it’s not always the most important thing to top the group. What is Bafana Ba Style and the Egyptians mainly important in the group stages is to met for the 11th time in this competition, make sure that you qualify for the quarter with their first match dating back to 2001. finals.” Expresse coach Manqoba. Coach Manqoba reflected on the previ- ous encounters and shared insights on the This CAF Champions League group A experiences gained. He said, “There are a match between Mamelodi Sundowns and lot of lessons that one has learned in the AlAhly has been scheduled to be played at Champions League over the years, but FNB Stadium, kick off is at 15H00.