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WIN WIN WIN SILENCE OVER NOODLES SAFETY TWO-NIGHT WEEKEND IRKS PUBLIC 2STAY FOR TWO COUPLES! 5page page Friday 03 December 2021 D E Q L www.weeklysamirror.news MIRRORWEEKLY SA Insight to connect the dots... GOING TO THE HAGUE FOUR BLACK FAMILIES ASK INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT TO CHARGE APARTHEID AGENTS WITH CRIMES 2AGAINST HUMANITY FOR THEIR SONS’ DEATHS... see page

2 WEEKLY SA MIRROR NEWS Friday 03 December 2021 WEST RAND FAMILIES FILE APARTHEID MURDER CASES WITH INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT BOMBED: Four COSAS members were lured and killed with explosives AGGRIEVED: Mbulelo Musi family spokesman By Vusi Xaba amended the indictment. The accused are now that the matter be referred to the International for the families of the Cosas Four killed in 1982 The four families of the victims of apartheid’s charged with kidnapping, crime against humanity Crime Court. and murder. This landmark case could lead to more heinous crimes in the West Rand have successfully such cases processed by the ICC as more than 50 “There is the Timol (Ahmed) family, there is registered a case of crime against humanity with families who lost their loved ones at the hands of the Cradock Four, there is the Mxenges, the whole the International Crime Court (ICC), the first of its apartheid’s brutal operatives, have already filed range of us. So, I am saying with authority that the kind in the history of the judicial system in South cases with the world’s criminal apex court. families are coming out the direction we have tak- Africa. en. They have made submissions. There is a letter Spokesperson for the families Mbulelo Musi, that was written to the President of South Africa In their quest for justice, the families of Eu- the brother of Zandisile Musi said after the Johan- by Timol’s family requesting to move in the same stice Bimbo Madikela, Ntshingo Mataboge, Fan- nesburg Court proceedings this week that the law- direction. So we took a step ahead but I can tell you yana Nhlapo and Zandisile Musi have approached yers representing the families would be watching now all the families support us and are saying this the court with its headquarters in The Hague, the local proceedings closely and if they are not is the right way. We should have gone this way a Netherlands, which investigates and prosecute happy with the outcomes they would escalate the long time ago,” Musi said. cases of crime against humanity. They seek justice matter with the ICC. The matter was postponed to for their members who were killed by apartheid’s next month. The two alleged killers of their family mem- killer agents in Krugersdorp in 1982. The four bers were denied amnesty by the Truth and Rec- were members of the Congress of South African Musi, an Umkhonto Wesizwe veteran and also onciliation Commission (TRC) which means that Students (Cosas). a member of the Apartheid Era Victims Families they should have been criminally charged imme- Group, said 53 families have made submissions diately after the commission’s processes ended. They were lured by the notorious security with the ICC. He said the families included those The families, who are assisted by the Foundation branch to a pumphouse in Krugersdorp which had of the Cradock Four- Matthew Goniwe, Fort Ca- for Human Rights and Webber Wentzel, a law firm, been rigged with explosives. It was then detonated lata, Sicelo Mhlauli and Sparrow Mkonto , Ahmed have turned to the ICC for relief if local court pro- once the four were inside. Musi escaped with se- Timol as well as human rights lawyer, Griffiths ceedings did not yield their desired outcomes. rious injuries. Former askari, Ephraim Tlhomedi, Mxenge and his wife Victoria. Ephraim Mfalapitsa, 67, of Phokeng in Rustern- Musi, in a statement, decried that some of the burg, North West and Christiaan Sebert Rorich “There are court engagements and consulta- apartheid crime perpetrators and political prin- 74, of Brenton, Knysna, Western Cape are already tions. It is work in progress. So, what it means is, cipals such as the regime’s last President, FW de appearing in the South Gauteng High Court in Jo- they are monitoring the case closely. They are com- Klerk, have died and escaped being held account- hannesburg for the crimes. In an unprecedented piling notes and they will be able to make their able for their crimes. The case against Joao Jan move, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) assessment and also test our feelings as victims. If Rodrigues, a former security branch police ser- there are challenges here, then they will propose geant who was charged with Timol’s murder, was struck off the roll following his death in September this year He was 82-years-old. At the time of his death apartheid police had said that Timol commit- ted suicide by throwing himself from the 10th floor of then John Vorster Square, now Johannesburg central police station. The inquests that were con- ducted ruled that he did not commit suicide. Musi said the agreement reached at the negotia- tion table between then National Party government and the ANC leadership, was a bad compromise for justice because it let perpetrators of apartheid crimes go unpunished. He said there was however hope for closure with the latest development which should close a forty-year chapter in which they have been seeking justice. He added that it took a lot of pressure for the government to proceed with the matter as it has finally reached the courts. The families have also requested that the matter be completed as soon as possible. The case was postponed to January next year after Rorich sought representation from the State, arguing that the charges he is facing emanated from the period he was working for the police force. MIRRORWEEKLY SA Insight to connect the dots... For more information on Mirror advertising Contact: ROSLYN OLIFANT on 068 578 0162 or call office: 060 936 2673

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4 WEEKLY SA MIRROR NEWS Friday 03 December 2021 GAME’S UP! ANTI-ABUSE APP PUTS GBV UNDER SPOTLIGHT SUPPORT: Zulu King Misuzulu ka Zwelithini endorses new anti-abuse application By Jacob Mawela ANTI-ABUSE: Automated technology offers Just to put Eyerus’ intended intervention into A new app which could well prove to be a game- solution to country’s gender violence plague… perspective, South Africa’s first-quarter crime changer in South Africa’s on-going fight against statistics for 2021/2022 shared by Minister Bheki crime, particularly sexual offences, has been FOUNDER: Rob Bentele gives a presentation at the launch Cele on November 17 showed that: the numbers launched. are staggering. 6 000 murders between April and to protect their women and children and also how it deserves. It will become the voice of the voice- June 2021, with 10 000 reported rapes in the same Eyerus is an internationally patented automated to be a good picture and representative and good less. I am fully behind your work that you’re doing period. Contact crimes such as murder, attempted algorithm mobile app, designed to provide users example to our society that is plagued by this prob- as Eyerus and I’ll continue to give my own public murder, sexual offences, and all categories of as- with personal safety and security services on the lem (gender-based violence). and even personal support to make sure that your sault registered a 60,6% increase, compared to the palm of their hands. programme comes to life.” previous year. “I hope Eyerus gets the support publicly that ABOUT EYERUS Unveiled at The Empire Conference and Events Centre in Parktown, Johannesburg, on Thursday, Eyerus might be the answer to give South Afri- the app was founded by Rob Bentele, winner of cans a handle on security and fast response help at Survivor SA 2019. The Eyerus’ launch – provi- your fingertips. What is Eyerus? sionally a nationwide live one with its operational launch scheduled for February 2022 – comes with Eyerus is an internationally patented auto- the endorsement of no higher an authority than that mated algorithm mobile app, designed to provide of Zulu King, Misuzulu Sinqobile kaZwelithini, users with personal safety and security services in who recently came across Bentele’s initiative and the palm of their hands. The app is a gateway to identified it as a solution to the country’s gender- combat contact crime and provide social protection based-violence plague. for all, especially women and members of the LG- BTIQ+ community who are the most marginalized At the razzmatazz-punctuated early breakfast in South Africa. launch, the Eyerus hosts were joined by His Maj- esty himself, his spouse, Ntokozo Mayisela and the Founded by Rob Bentele, winner of Survivor couple’s entourage – as well as a broad range of SA 2019, Eyerus is your ultimate personal safety stakeholders such as Deputy Minister in The Presi- companion: “After winning Survivor, there was a dency, Ms Pinky Kekana, the Black Pearls Foun- lot of expectation for me to pursue a career in enter- dation’s Dr Khumoetsile Moetse, social activist, tainment which was appealing but I’ve always been Nomsa Mazwai, GBV and LGBTQI activist, Ro- more about positive social change. I am solutions- sie Motene, Mrs World South Africa 2021 Pamela driven and that’s just how my mind works. I was set Niemand, Mrs Gauteng 2021 Jaci Tibbit, Sisonke on finding the solution to this scourge of gender- activist, Katlego Rasebitse, songstress, Brenda based violence and that is how Eyerus was born”. Mntambo and numerous others. Media exponent, Andile Khumalo steered the ship with the finesse Eyerus is an automated algorithm whose sole the occasion deserved as he facilitated two insight- mandate is to keep you safe at all times. No person ful panels unpacking the modus operandi of the can promise to keep an eye on you 24/7, but a pro- new techno player, by knowledgeable hosts gram can,” explains Bentele, group CEO. Not only meant to address the scourge of rape Eyerus enables you to indicate how safe or but also those of a plethora of other societal mala- unsafe you feel in your current surroundings dies, a discussion panel mostly zeroed in on the through the use of four safety status modes. The former crime and were at pains in describing how safety modes are GREEN ALERT MODE (safe it felt like to be a woman in South Africa, simul- and sound), AMBER ALERT MODE (Live Audio taneously balancing the debate not to come across Stream) Red ALERT MODE (Live Video Stream- as a man-bashing exercise – resulting in them ul- ing) and BLUE ALERT MODE (Armed Emergen- timately agreeing that Eyerus could well be a de- cy personnel dispatched). All evidence captured is cisive tool in the fight against a crime which has instantly stored on a secure cloud as well as live tainted the country’s psyche and rendered females, streamed to your guardians in real time. Using girl children and adult alike, not feel free in their features like the check in system, Eyerus will au- respective environs. tomatically detect if you’ve been drugged, uncon- scious or incapacitated. You literally don’t have to Scheduled as the last speaker at the launch and do anything, Eyerus will handle the situation on with his wife looking on, the young king let the en- your behalf. thusiastic audience in: “My wife, Queen Ntokozo Mayisela, a few months ago also started a pro- Now, more than ever, South Africans are look- gramme where we groomed young Zulu men how ing for a solution to the staggering contact crime numbers and Eyerus is just that.

Friday 03 December 2021 CONSUMER & LEGAL MATTERS 5WEEKLY SA MIRROR Consumer Eye AWARD-WINNING CONSUMER EDITOR LOOKS 060 936 2673 INTO YOUR COMPLAINTS CAMPAIGN ROLLED She pleaded with producers to strengthen their RECALLED OUT TO FORCE quality check routines or processes to avoid these BRANDS AND GOVT TO PROBE mishaps. In September this year, 37 362 cases of THE NEGATIVE Appletiser products were recalled by Coca-Cola EFFECTS THEY DEADLY NOODLES Beverages South Africa. Mabuza says according to Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa, their quality CAUSE BEVERAGES: Several cold drinks and check routine including laboratory testing revealed canned foodstuffs recalled that these batches contained toxins that were outside TIGER BRAND RECALLED: of the acceptable standard. · Appletiser 1250ml pet – best before 07 By Thuli Zungu and Woolworths. Mabuza says based on information Nov 21; WHILE communities are awaiting a decision provided to the NCC, they have reasonable grounds The recall was due to the presence of myco- · Appletiser 750ml non-returnable glass – from government on the continued selling of noo- to believe that Elgin Fruit Juice supplied unsafe toxin (patulin) exceeding 50 micrograms in some of best before 30 May 22; dles which have allegedly caused the death of at goods or certain products that pose a potential risk the batches at levels above permitted tolerance for · Appletiser 275ml non-returnable glass – least five children recently, several other goods to the public. fungus-produced toxins in foodstuffs. Consumers best before 10 Jun 22; including canned beans, Appletiser and Liqui- who bought these drinks including those from Mak- · Appletiser blend 330ml can – best before fruits have been recalled in the past six months Mabuza believes that the investigation will help ro, Pick and Pay, Boxer, OK Foods, Spar, Shoprite 18 May 22; after it was established they were unsafe for con- the Commission understand the nature, causes, ex- and Checkers, Game and Ultra Liquors have been · Appetiser blend 330ml can – best before sumption. tent and degree of the risk to the public. The Con- warned to verify the best before date and if the prod- 19 May 22; sumer Protection Act (CPA) emphasises that every ucts formed part of the recall, they should immedi- · Appletiser blend 330ml can – best before After establishing that the government was consumer has a right to receive goods that are safe ately return them to any retail store for an exchange 23 May 22. moving at a snail’s pace to make a decision on un- and of good quality, according to Mabuza. or replacement. · They also recalled canned vegetables, safe products, Change.org, a platform where peo- beans and spaghetti because of a faulty ple worldwide start campaigns, mobilized support “If the investigation reveals that Elgin Fruit Tiger Brands company reportedly recalled some side seam weld. and worked with decisionmakers to drive solu- Juice contravened the provisions of the CPA, the of their canned foodstuffs in South Africa, Austral- · Woolworths recalled branded 100% Apple tions, started a petition to compel the Department Commission will refer the matter to the National ia and New Zealand as well as parts of the United Juice 200 ml cartons, single boxes and six of Health to initiate a product recall for the brands Consumer Tribunal and pray for an administrative Kingdom. This cost Tiger brand an estimated loss packs with the best before date of 23, 28 which included those that caused the deaths of five fine of 10% of their total annual turnover or R1 000 of between R500 million and R650 million. Tiger and 29 March 2022. children recently. 000 whichever is the greater.” brand says 20 million cans were recalled late in July ILLNESS CAUSED BY THESE DEFEC- because of a packaging fault which posed a risk of TIVE AND UNSAFE PRODUCTS : The products that were recalled was a result of Mabuza added that the purpose and policy of microbial contamination such as that which causes · A faulty side seam weld poses a risk of the companies producing these products which noti- the CPA amongst others, is to promote fair business botulism poisoning. Affected items were produced microbial contamination causing botulism fied the National Consumer Commission that some practices while protecting consumers and ensuring from May 1, 2019, to May 5, 2021. poisoning. of their products were faulty. that they enjoy their right to safe and good qual- · Oysters feed by filtering a large volume ity goods. “We will not allow a situation where the The company recalled canned vegetables, of seawater can accumulate pathogens in Thato Majola who started the petition says health of consumers is compromised.” The inves- beans and spaghetti because they might have had them if they are grown in or harvested Change.org wants the department to visit factories tigation was underway. Apple juice, Liquifruit and a defective side seam weld that could cause them from contaminated water. for inspection and compile a report on their findings. Ceres were recalled because they were contaminated to leak, swell or bulge and cause illness or injury. · Raw or partially cooked oysters are high- “We demand justice for the children who died after with Mycotoxin. “The risk of consuming mycotoxin Out of 287,040 cans inspected after a transport and allegedly eating noodles. The department must make (patulin) exceeding 50 parts per billion (50 micro- handling test, a side seam leak developed in two of risk foods for susceptible groups, such as public the noodles brand that is killing people,” says gram/kg) may lead to vomiting, nausea and gastroin- them, according to Tiger Brand. pregnant women, young children, the el- Majola. One of the victims is an 11-year-old girl, her testinal discomfort,” says Mabuza 7-year-old sibling and a 4-month old baby in New The company identified the canning failure with derly and people with weakened immune Brighton, according to Majola. In early October she urged consumers to return 18 tins at one of its sites as part of internal quality systems or liver diseases. 100% Apple juice produced by Pioneer Foods after assurance processes. Also, in October, Woolworths · They also can make healthy people sick These children died on their way to a local the supplier informed the Commission of the pre- recalled some of their branded Apple juices after clinic a few hours after they complained of stomach cautionary recall of both LiquiFruit and Ceres 100% discovering that the products contained levels of by causing abdominal pain, diarrhoea and cramps and nausea after their meal. Another family Apple juice. Consumers who have these products patulin above the acceptable limits. These batches vomiting. in Mpumalanga also lost their two children after they must not consume them but return them immediately also contained Patulin which is a naturally occurring · The risk of consuming mycotoxin (patu- had allegedly shared a packet of noodles before leav- to the point of purchase. mycotoxin produced by mould and is commonly as- lin) exceeding 50 parts per billion (50 mi- ing for school. sociated with apples. In September, Oysters from crogram/kg) may lead to vomiting, nausea Mabuza says the recall follows Pioneer Foods’ South Africa were linked to cases of food poisoning and gastrointestinal discomfort. By Tuesday this week, 22 680 people had signed quality routine checks and laboratory testing that in Hong Kong. the petition. Late October the National Consumer revealed elevated levels of mycotoxin patulin found Commission (NCC) launched an investigation into in the product. The Commission is working closely The Centre for Food Safety (CFS) in Hong Kong the conduct of Elgin Fruit Juice (PTY) LTD, the sup- with the supplier to monitor the recall. The company later ordered the suspension of imports of raw oys- plier of 100% Apple Juice Concentrate. says LiquiFruit products were distributed nation- ters produced by a farm in the Eastern Cape, South wide, in Botswana and Namibia while Ceres prod- Africa. Acting National Consumer Commissioner, The- ucts were exported to 25 countries. Consumers were zi Mabuza says this followed a recent recall of 100% urged to return the products for a refund, Mabuza According to Food Safety ,news of six food poi- Apple Juice by Coca-Cola Beverages, Pioneer Foods said. soning clusters were identified after consumption of raw oysters at one restaurant in Mong Kok and an- other in Tsim Sha Tsui. It is not clear what the infec- tious agent is. Six males and two females, aged 24 to 31, developed abdominal pain, diarrhoea and vomit- ing about 35 hours after the meal on September 17. The other cluster involved three women aged 23, who had similar symptoms about 30 hours after hav- ing dinner at the same restaurant on September 18. Six people sought medical care but were not hospi- talized, according to a statement. Upon investigations at the restaurants con- cerned, it was discovered that both restaurants had sold raw oysters which were harvested from a farm in Gqeberha in the Eastern Cape. It subsequently in- structed the trade to suspend the import into and sale within Hong Kong of all raw oysters produced by the farm. By WSAM Reporter SECOND-HAND GIFTS we care, the festive period can be a major fi- The season for gifting is already here and sec- BEST FESTIVE SEASON nancial drain. ond-hand gifting has become a growing trend around the world. Thrifted, used, like-new, OPTION TO SAVE The high cost of living and a recovering vintage and gently used goods are not only a economy does not help matters either. great way to save money on gifts, but it is more EXPENSIVE : Christmas season is the most meaningful, unique and sustainable. expensive time of the year Buying second-hand ensures that they were being less wasteful, both financially and envi- Thandolwethu Selepe, 45, of Credi Section exhausted. Estelle Nagel at Gumtree says the She says from stocking fillers and surprises ronmentally, which makes this a great reason in Katlehong, who is a hoarder, says her Christ- Christmas season is the most expensive time of left under the tree by little elves, to gifts that let on its own to shop second-hand. mas presents for her loved ones will come from the year. our friends, employees and clients know that his store room and wardrobes this year. Nagel says second-hand goods doesn’t mean you’re buying someone’s old, worn and “There is no money to buy presents. Food torn possessions. prices have skyrocketed and the petrol hikes are not making life easier,” she says. “Every family has at least one fashionista who would faint at the sight of an authentic Although she received her bonus (13th Louis Vuitton purse waiting for them under the cheque), Selepe says it was absorbed by her tree – pre-owned or not,” says Nagel. overdraft which was gradually being eroded since the beginning of the year as that has be- Vintage shopping is another great way to come her source of living after her salary is find timeless gems perfect for gifting. For this and many other reasons, second- hand gifting is a growing trend around the world.

6 WEEKLY SA MIRROR SKILLS DEVELOPMENT Friday 03 December 2021 IKUSASA SKILLS DEVELOPMENT CAREER GUIDE TELECOM FIRMS JOIN FORCES TO EMPOWER WOMEN-OWNED BUSINESSES CEO, Andrew Matseke of BBI addressed guests during PARTNERSHIP: basadi in telecoms the resuscitation of the Basadi in Telecoms Programme programme shows that strategic collaboration can influence transformation By WSAM Reporter Phumza Dyani, the Chief Marketing Officer emphasised the commitment of the tions through its procurement and purchasing South African long distance connectivity BBI Board towards playing a sig- decisions.” provider Broadband Infraco (BBI) and nificant support role in fortifying the Sentech have revived the Basadi in Tel- transformation of strategic pillars Khumalo said this is a recommendation ecoms programme to accelerate bridging like representation in recruitment, of ISO26000 5.4, which is a voluntary interna- the inequality gap in the telecommunica- supply chain, and in ensuring that tional standard that provides organisations with tions and construction sectors. the functions of these pillars are im- guidelines on social responsibility, and that rec- plemented meaningfully, especially ommends the implementation of the guideline Speaking at the launch at Inanda in in facilitating a technical skills de- through leadership and mentorship along the Sandton, Johannesburg this week BBI CEO velopment of female service provid- value chain. Andrew Matseke said this week that the pro- ers and professionals. Khumalo said gramme was previously launched by the late one of the pillars of BBI’s Basadi Milisa Kentane of Sentech also welcomed former BBI Chief Executive Officer Puleng in Telecoms initiative is to increase the opportunity to partner with BBI, a sister com- Kwele in 2015, but he emphasised the mes- the company’s spending on local pany to Sentech, which Kentane described as sage of the importance of men being pillars products manufactured by women- being a symbolic gesture of what collaboration to transformation and supporting women owned companies. can achieve in making significant and impactful to succeed. This transformational theme strides to addressing a global matter like transfor- was echoed by BBI chief marketing officer Said Khumalo: “Basadi in mation. Phumza Dyani, who opened the event, as Telecoms will be a quarterly event well as the need to accelerate bridging the and will boast significant brands in Some of the other the speakers who wel- inequality gap in the inequality gap in the tel- the industry, also including original comed the initiative include Sonwabise Sebata, ecommunications and construction sectors. equipment manufacturers (OEMs), the chairperson of South African Women In ICT; with the intent to create an industry Avhaathu Rathogwa, the chief revenue officer for BBI Board chairperson, Leah Khumalo, wide initiative, where an organisa- the Sizwe IT Group; Given Wageng, a representa- who was the keynote speaker at the event, tion can influence other organisa- tive of the Sentech Supply Chain, and Maleshini Naidoo, the BBI’s acting general manager for supply chain. By WSAM Reporter VODACOM TO CODE Like a Girl is the apt name that has been EQUIP given to an ambitious programme that has been launched in South Africa by telephony services 600 GIRLS WITH provider Vodacom which is equipping more CODING SKILLS than 600 young girls aged between 14 and 18 with training with coding education and train- CODING: Cellphone services company ing. invests in young females Coding is a way of solving problems, sequential has also been rolled out in Mozambique, Tanzania, have the potential to significantly close the gender thinking and stimulating, creating, and designing Democratic Republic of Congo and Lesotho since gap and inspire young girls to pursue STEM ca- in information communication technology (ICT). 2017, exposes young girls to the basic knowledge reers in the digital era, and can ultimately change Njabulo Mashigo, Vodacom’s human resources of computer languages, robotics and development the outlook of the number of females in Science, director, Njabulo Mashigo, has said that the com- programmes, at the end of the which each girl is Technology, Engineering and Mathematics careers, pany’s #CodeLikeAGirl programme seeks to en- able to develop her own website. Said Mashigo: enabling those women to become pioneers within courage girls to explore careers that require coding “Projects, such as the Vodacom’s #Code like a Girl, the technology space in a few years to come.” skills to help them get a start in the Science, Tech- nology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) fields and industries. According to a United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) report titled “Cracking the code: Girls’ and women’s education in STEM”, only 35 percent of STEM students in higher education globally are women, and only three percent of female students in higher education choose ICT studies. “We recognise the immense value that gets added to the workplace when women and girls play significant roles in STEM fields and, through this project, our vision is to address the underrepresen- tation of women and girls in STEM education and careers,” said Mashigo. “Through this initiative, we are looking to improve on these numbers, and empower even more women to explore STEM ca- reers.” The extensive programme, which is imple- mented during the school holidays in South Africa,

Friday 03 December 2021 FOOD AND WINE 7WEEKLY SA MIRROR Wine-ly FESTIVE CHEER WITH KRONE Yours BUBBLES CLASSIQUE: Krone Vintage Borealis Cuvée Brut 2019 released in time for the festive season… By Len Maseko Abigail, oversee the business from vineyard soms, lemony freshness and a treacle hit of Tulbagh is a two-hour drive from Cape plantings to marketing while cellarmaster Ru- salted caramel”. diger Gretschel leads the winemaking division. Town but worth the trip if the intention both The mousse is creamy and fine-textured to take the off-the-beaten path for a different Gretschel is a renowned Cape winemaker while the palate is underscored what Gretschel wine exploration adventure. with vast experience in both viticulture as well describes as yellow apples, kumquat and and vinification, and works together with Cap naartjie evolve with a touch of lemon me- Tulbagh is home to boutique farms like Classique specialist and head winemaker Ste- ringue framing an iodine core”. Saronsberg, Rijks, Montpellier and Twee phan de Beer. Jonge Gezellen – the home of Krone. For food, he says the bubbly’s saline com- Krone’s vintage Cap Classiques are spear- plexity makes ideal pairing for the simplest Krone is one of South Africa’s household headed by Krone Vintage Borealis Cuvée Brut, of seafoods, best served on the beach, such bubbly labels. Established in 1710, Twee whose 2019 vintage is newly released in time as naked oysters, mussels steamed open with Jonge Gezellen is a national monument with for the festive season. It is a blend of Chardon- seawater and salt-rubbed harders cooked over over 300 years of history. Krone ‘s terroir- nay 67%, Pinot Noir 27% and Pinot Blanc 6%. the coals. Also, ricotta and roasted tomato br- driven Cap Classiques handcrafted in the tradi- uschetta with pancetta, lime-dressed angelfish tional method in Krone’s historic underground In his tasting notes,Gretschel describes ceviche, creamy porcini risotto, fire-roasted cellar. the bubble as Iridescent pale gold with a nose lemon-and-black-pepper chicken kebabs. reminiscent of “sea wash up with oyster shell The farm is owned by the Rands family and sea-breeze aromatics on entry which lead Krone Vintage Borealis Cuvée Brut 2019 since 2012, and brother and sister, Svend and to bright green orchard apples, white blos- retails at R172 per 750ml bottle. J’SOMETHING HOOKS UP WITH PHILIPS TO ADD ZING TO XMAS DINNER By Len Maseko FEAST: Afropop star that and will demonstrate how to prepare an im- to demonstrate through pressive Festive feast in less time but not compro- International health technology company Masterclass how cooker mising flavour using our Philips Airfryers.” Philips has partnered with J’Something to bring takes out fuss of festive householders a virtual Philips Festive Masterclass feast preparations… Grower says the versatile Airfryer will take the to change the way they prepare that family reunion fuss out of the festive season. “It’s not just for mak- VERSATILE: J’Something set put cheer Christmas dinner. ing chips and re-heating pizza. This revolutionary in your festive cooking. kitchen must-have roasts, fries and re-heats almost The Philips Festive Masterclass with anything from a leg of lamb to Portuguese custard J’Something will live stream via Facebook from tarts and everything in between including roasted 13h00 to 14h00 on Monday (December 6). cauliflower and salt cod croquettes!”” Says Philips Country Lead Africa, Troy Gower: During the Masterclass, J’Something will go “Good food is an integral part of the Festive season through the preparation of these four items for the but sometimes we are not fully present at special tastiest yet easiest Christmas menu you will ever gatherings because we are in the kitchen preparing prepare during this Philips Festive Masterclass. the celebratory meal. This Masterclass is intended to be the cooking experience that will change all Philips products to the value of R20,000 can be won during the Masterclass.

8 WEEKLY SA MIRROR OPINION/ANALYSIS Friday 03 December 2021 Comment LET US TAKE CARE OF OUR BRIDGE YAWNING GAP CHILDREN BETWEEN VARSITY AND WORKPLACE Children are a gift from God, and therefore have to be carefully taken care of, because CHALLENGE: New University of Mpumalanga they are a great asset to any nation. Hence, chancellor Judge Maya says there are concerns that all efforts have to be made to protect them universities do not adequately prepare graduates for work… against any form of harm that may come their way to date. Therefore, it is of great concern By Judge Mandisa Maya ethical leadership in our young people and empower ERUDITE: Umtata born Judge Mandisa Maya that, despite reports that at least five children And I join this institution at a critical moment, them to be agents of change for a sustainable world said to be a culprit. There is, therefore, a yawning had recently died allegedly after eating noo- at its inflection point of the short eight years of order. We must stimulate a curiosity in them to ex- gap that needs to be bridged between university and dles, the government is still dragging its feet its existence and at the turn of its Vision 2022 plore ways in which sustainable development can be the workplace, for one thing. How then do tertiary in establishing the real circumstances sur- that it had ambitiously set for itself and seems used to lift people out of poverty, to open frontiers, institutions offer an education that places students in rounding their deaths. Three of these children to have achieved. This is a time when our deeply reconstruct our society and to interrogate world is- a position where they can not only secure employ- included siblings aged 11 and seven years as fractured country, which ranks among the most sues so that they may gain an informed world view ment, but thrive in the workplace? well as a month-old baby in New Brighton in unequal and violent places in the world, and the and global citizenship to achieve world unity, peace, the eastern Cape. The other children two died world as a whole, face a host of crises such as security and prosperity in our country and in the rest Some have suggested a greater emphasis on the in Mpumalanga. corruption, poverty, unemployment especially of the world. It is most heartening that this univer- practical components of academic degrees. Others among young people, extreme violence especially sity is already on that path, having focused on the have suggested including internships as parts of the It should look no further than the noodle against women and children, serious and ram- much-needed areas of expertise in this age – Agri- syllabi to ensure that by the time students graduate, manufacturers for answers now that the chil- pant crime, climate change that wreaks terrible culture, Nature Conservation, Hospitality Manage- they have a modicum of work experience. These are dren’s families have since confirmed that they storms and flooding, drought, power outages and ment, Information, Communication and Technol- attractive propositions. And one thinks of the ex- became ill shortly after sharing packets of the other life disruptions and strange diseases. Hu- ogy, for a start, and ensuring that the interests of the ample of medical students. From their second year, delicacy, having suffered stomach cramps and manity is torn by greed, envy, anger, mistrust, less privileged are taken into account. the practical components of their studies take cen- nausea before they died. lack of understanding of its different norms, tre stage and they are, for example, each allocated a cultures and languages, ignorance, confusion But there is always room to do and be more. As human cadaver to study such that by the time they Indeed, early indications point to the circum- and conflict. It is completely out of tune with it- the challenges continue to escalate, it may be time graduate, they are practically doctors. Conversely, stances surrounding their deaths being highly self and the world surrounding it. The Covid-19 to magnify our mission and intensify our efforts consider law students, whose LLB programme is so suspicious. Therefore, this lead should be taken pandemic has only deepened these fissures and and ask questions such as ‘how can we help more steeped in the academic components that many stu- seriously. We have had cases where foodstuffs created additional ills and a need to redefine all students and elevate the educational realization of dents graduate having never witnessed a trial, not declared unsafe for consumption being recalled aspects of human life. this region and the entire country so that no young knowing how to draft court process and without any promptly by the manufacturers. We have also person is left behind; how can we deepen our en- meaningful exposure to the actual practice of law. had car manufacturers recalling – without delay However, not all is lost. There is a powerful tool, gagement in the community; how can we build more – some of cars after detecting something faulty. education, which must be accessible to all so that no relationships and partnerships; what new concepts This is just one of the practical challenges in Such proactive response always welcome. one is left behind, that we can use to heal ourselves, are there to enhance our teaching and learning meth- respect of which we should redouble our efforts to repair our country and the world and achieve all the ods; how do we integrate hybrid learning models to resolve. The solution for this one at least lies in the Similarly, we expect no less in this instance, Sustainable Development Goals we set for our world meet the challenges of our time; are we exploiting commitment and collaboration among higher insti- hence we call on the Department of Health to by 2030, which is suddenly just around the corner. technology to the fullest capacity?’ tutions of learning, the public and the private sectors urgently look into this matter and initiate an in- Institutions of learning and education, the lighthous- and civil society urgently developing a focused re- vestigation to determine if there was anything es of society, have never been more important than A primary concern constantly raised by the sponse to eradicate the systemic hurdles which have wrong with the noodles brand that resulted in the now. But it is well to note that a true education sys- young people is unemployment. Despite more than already been identified. deaths of these children. The government cannot tem is no longer just about imparting knowledge. It half of our youth being unemployed, there is re- *This is the abridged speech of Judge Mandisa turn a blind eye to the quest for answers from can no longer be kept within the confines of univer- search to suggest that there are over 500 000 entry Maya speech, delivered at her inauguration as these children’s families, who obviously need sity corridors. Sustainable, developmental research level jobs in South Africa that remain unfilled. The chancellor of the University of Mpumalanga last closure to this mystery case. For the country can- and community engagement are critical. There has reasons for this vary. But most glaring, according Tuesday not afford further unaccounted fatalities. to be a harmonisation of our species to the world to the FSG, appears to be a mismatch between the and a harmonisation of cultures, genders and other skills required by employers on one hand, and the Foe their part, companies that manufacture differences among ourselves. The fast-changing na- skills of those entering the labour market, particu- these foodstuffs must also play ball and be pro- ture of our world has made it necessary to reskill and larly our young people from disadvantaged back- active in investigating their products. The onus re-educate the human population to meet the new grounds, on the other hand. There are concerns that is also on them to prove that their products are needs. Our teachers and staff must be encouraged universities do not adequately prepare graduates for safe. The integrity of their foodstuffs is at stake to be advocates for this change we seek; to develop work, and that there is a significant gap in soft skills as consumers are now having doubts about buy- new teaching methods and solutions through educa- such as communication skills, problem-solving ing noodles. Until the air is cleared, doubts and tion and experiences gained in the classrooms and in skills, business acumen and technological savvy that rumours will always prevail. general life. We must inculcate the values of integ- are required for the workplace. Inadequate market rity, empathy, trust and mutual respect and agitate information that makes it hard for the young peo- In the absence of decisive action, movement even more fiercely for the agenda of equality, inclu- ple to find employment opportunities and for em- called Change.Org. is mobilising support among sion and diversity too. We need to instil the ethos of ployers to find entry-level candidates. Outdated HR decisionmakers to use their influence to demand systems, structures and processes that favour expe- answers. It has entered the fray after accusing rienced workers over first-time job seekers are also the Department of Health of dragging its feet to investigate the matter. Concerned by the deaths of the five children and the safety of those who could also suffer the same fate, Change.Org. has already solicited 22, 680 public signatures in a petition to com- pel the department to initiate a product recall for the brands under suspicion. But the organisation wants the department to visit the relevant fac- tories that produce these noodles first, compile a report and make the findings public. Nothing wrong with that step, but this is taking longer than necessary. ‘’All we want is justice for the children who have died as a result of having eaten these noo- dles’’, the organisation said. The government is hereby urged to priori- tise this matter, to allay public mutterings that it would have acted with due haste had the victims been of different race. The late world renown icon and former President of South Africa, Nelson Mandela, once reminded us that : ‘’Our children are the rock on which our future will be built.’’ v 060 936 2673 Info@weeklysamirror.news THULI ZUNGU ..........................Co-Editor PEARL RANTSEKENG..............Co-Editor MOLEFI MIKA ..................Deputy Editor GUGU SIBIYA ................. Lifestyle Editor 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: info@weeklysamirror.co.za Weekly SA Mirror commits to truthful, accu- rate, fair, balanced reporting. The publication is in the process of submitting its application to join the Press Council.

Friday 03 December 2021 OPINION/ANALYSIS 9WEEKLY SA MIRROR As we converge in the inaugural National Social CREATING Entrepreneurship Development Colloquium, let THE SOCIAL us be grateful that all of us, have lived to see an- ENTREPRENEURSHIP other day. The COVID-19 is a pandemic whose MASTERPLAN devastation is reminiscent of war times, as a lot FRAMEWORK of otherwise healthy persons have perished in its wake, living in its rampage widows and widow- PERPLEXITY: Recipients of the cream ers, orphans, some of wish added to the child of social welfare grants remain multinational headed homes. agencies that use black poverty images… Let me also hasten to wish my sister and daugh- ter of the soil, Honourable Minister, Ms Lindiwe Zulu, a speedy passage out of self-isolation, whose commitment to is unquestionable. Indeed, each day is all we have, and therefore we should be grateful to be alive. I am eternally grateful for the Industrial Devel- opment Corporation (IDC) for their generosity.Yet, again, as I acknowledge the presence of the IDC Chair, Ms Busisiwe Mabuza, the SBDI and its part- ners recognises your commitment to development. I AM BECAUSE WE ARE! A journey of a thousand steps starts with one step, and this day is significantly historic and epoch- building for us at the SBDI as we are enjoined in our journey. This would have not been possible if it were not for our committed partners, W&R SETA, Proudly SA, NEF, and the unflinching support from Tiger Brands, represented here today through Di- puno Fund, an ESD instrument that enables entre- preneurs and small-scale farmers alike to thrive. Why do we do the things we do, instead of looking the other way? It is our collective respon- sibility to be a huge part of building this country, and the inherent problems are not the responsibility is that of a lack of equilibrium of Corporate Social lions in deploying resources under its social welfare of government or politicians only. We have a col- Investments (CSI) distribution. The biggest benefi- mandate, and therefore, the DSD ought to ask itself, GROUNDWORK: Xolani Qubeka SBDI man- lective responsibility to, not only ask the questions, ciaries of CSI allocation are white-owned operators what proportion of its budget continues to fatten the aging director but rather to understand the depth of the challenges that continue to harvest huge contributions, and already bloated profits of white commercial farmers and big banks for only 12%. In South Africa, the that confront us as a national, and to endeavour to most of them would then sub-contract to black local and manufacturers and related logistics value chains big five banks, you know them, account for 91.3% provide solutions within our spheres of influence, CSOs at welfare rates, which is not equitable to the alike? The recipients of social grants, on the other of the deposits. Big banks prefer big clients and and if all of us were to find those square meters of efforts. It should be remembered that those CSOs end, remain in the margins as survivalists, this can- big transactions and are not interested in funding influence that we traverse, we should not be passive that operate in township and rural communities not be left to self-perpetuate. a small business. We need more local and commu- players, but influencers of those spaces without be- would normally begin with their social interven- nity banks dedicated to funding CSOs and SMMEs ing mere rudderless passengers. tion programmes with their own personal or family The Social Entrepreneurship Master Plan frame- because CSO’s and SMMEs can add value to the Within our midst, we have civil society organi- resources, at a great sacrifice. Consequently, their work that is going to be conceived in this colloqui- economy and create significant jobs. sations that have taken it upon themselves to foster sweat and blood creates ripe ground for the bigger um must produce outcomes that would be epoch the parenthood of those half fortunate than most of more supported CSI practitioners. building and must enable the re-definition and re- Many studies have attributed the high failure us, and they do all they can to show due care, these delegation of the role of CSOs in to the mainstream rate of SMMEs to a lack of entrepreneurship, finan- are men and women of immense and impeccable Why should it be a standard that black NGOs of social welfare, from the supply side and become cial management and many others. I will say, most stature. However, do they receive proportionate re- CBOs etc are permanent beggars and recipient of the dominant players of the entire value chain. They SMMEs cannot compete because of the monopolies turns, and, ` with me, when I say NO! graceful gestures of others, who are supposed to must distribute that they produce, and produce what and oligarchies in our economy. Secondly, there is Most black, or rather local NPOs and CSOs, dispense that which they do not produce, and there- they consume, and arrest the leakages of local rev- no market for goods. If you have 55% of the popula- remain in the fringes of social welfare ecosys- fore remain holding begging bowls year after year, enues, and must be levers that inject capital in to tion living below the poverty line and almost 40% of tems, they tend to depend on perpetual grants that are we not perpetuating the apartheid socio-eco- these communities. No one would go to jail if we the population is unemployed, where is the market? sometimes have to be dug out of donors as if the nomic development architecture whose base was to were to set a target in the first year of 30% of all Who will buy these products and services produced work they do is welfare in itself. The social wel- relegate any effort by blacks a merciful deed? produce, products and services earmarked for social by SMMEs in this market concentrated economy fare work that the Department of Social Develop- welfare services should be produced, manufactured dominated by big firms? That is why government ment provides is not itself welfare, though it is of a The recipient of the cream of social welfare and be procured from CSO’s, SMMEs and other so- must concentrate on the demand side interventions welfare nature. It is a socio-economic development grants remain the multinational agencies that use cial enterprises. Lets pause for a while and imagine of the economy because the supply-side interven- intervention that is aimed at eradicating poverty and black African faces full of mucus and dirty torn how much capital would be infused and circulate tions are not bearing any fruit. hunger, and provides socio stimulus intervention clothes as billboards of extracting billions of chari- amongst the beneficiary communities. Imagine. that balances socio economic deficits and stabilis- ties bound grants that fuel the wealth of principals This august virtual and physical audience must es communities, it promotes nutrition and healthy of international donor communities. Of course, We need to invest in social entrepreneurship dig deep in their belly, and take bold and decisive livelihoods, except it does not significantly raise there are exceptions, but my focus is not on the ex- infrastructure and education, and we need to cre- steps, and to craft a concise National Social Entre- household incomes, and therefore the provision of ceptions. ate strong democratic institutions aimed at the im- preneurship Development Master Plan as a founda- social grants is an important intervention that in- provement of township and rural economies, and tion from which future generations would bequeath fuses capital into the communities and in villages, If we are not blinded by the fact that interna- to design and build vibrant local ecosystems that institutional prosperity! if only more money could circulate and reinvest in tional donor funds are an instrument of exporting becomes the driving levers for socio-economic *An abridged speech by SBDI managing director the targeted communities. international jobs to Africa, because those fund development. This should include community and Xolani Qubeka delivered at the first National So- One of the serious distortions we must confront management agencies never employ locals in senior cooperative banks. cial Entrepreneurship Development Colloquium strategic positions but their own, and they always in Johannesburg fly in external consultants Germany has more than 1 500 local or com- munity banks responsible for 70% of the deposits, It is no secret that the Department spends bil- BEHOLD THE TURTLE – issues of leadership, resilience, ethics and social UNFLINCHING LEADERSHIP justice – sounding a clarion call for change. Never one to avoid tough issues, Bonang tackles the role COURAG: Mohale guided by proverb not to shy that business, institutions of higher learning and away from sticking his neck out on thorny issues… other organisations need to play in creating South Africa’s future, as well as the responsibility re- By Prof Bonang Mohale Mail journalist and author of a book on Robert quired of each of us as individuals. On one of the scorching Highveld days on the last Sobukwe, founder of the Ethics and Governance The book incorporates insights from Bonang’s re- day of the penultimate month of a tough 2021, the Think Tank at the Gordon Institute of Business spected colleagues, such as Mteto Nyati, Adrian who’s-who of South African business and academ- Science (GIBS), whose purpose is to influence Gore, Andile Nomlala, Vukani Mngxati and Nico- ia, descended on the grounds of Braamfontein’s and encourage South African business to follow la Kleyn, who add their insights and anecdotes, Old Fort prison which had incarcerated notables a more ethical approach and thereby help secure creating a pool of wisdom from which readers can from Gandhi to Winnie Madikizela Mandela – for a more successful, sustainable future for the busi- drink deeply. Bonang Mohale believes that lead- the launch of business heavyweight Professor Bo- ness community and the country. ership is not only topical right now – it is liter- nang Mohale’s latest book, Behold The Turtle. About the book ally a matter of life and death. He implores every The irony wasn’t lost that a South African with a Behold the turtle – he only makes progress when individual, organisation and the world as a whole fervent advocacy history for Black business devel- his neck is stuck out. This proverb, included in to unite and work together to co-create a new and opment happened to be launching his tome at an Bonang Mohale’s best-selling first book, Lift As more equitable normal. There is no room for com- apartheid relic of repression. You Rise, sets the tone for his second book, which placency. ‘Now, more than ever, dear reader, is the At the auspicious occasion graced – among other includes fresh insights and wisdom from one of time for each of us to stick our necks out. It is the dignitaries – Professor Wiseman Nkuhlu, Sipho South Africa’s best-loved leaders. As a change only way. Lift yourself and you can lift the world.’ “Hotstix” Mabuse, Martin Sweet, Katlehong- agent, defender of democracy and a social justice – Bonang F. Mohale raised Mohale amplified the message in his book activist, Bonang is the epitome of this proverb, About the Author through a conversation with Rabbi Gideon Pogr- never known to shy away from sticking out his Prof Bonang Mohale is the Chancellor of the Uni- und. Pogrund is the son of erstwhile Rand Daily own neck out when it comes to addressing issues versity of the Free State, Professor of Practice at of key societal importance. This book expands on the Johannesburg Business School (JBS) College of Business and Economics, Chairman of both Bidvest Group Limited and SBV Services, Presi- dent of Business Unity South Africa, former CEO of Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA) and past President of the Black Management Forum. Prior to joining BLSA, Prof Mohale was the Chair- man of Shell Downstream South Africa (Pty) Lim- ited, and Vice President of Shell Upstream. Behold The Turtle, a 304-page paperback (also available as an eBook) is published by Tracey McDonald Publishers and retails for R310.

10 WEEKLY SA MIRROR FASHION/LIFESTYLE Friday 03 December 2021 LEGENDARY LOUIS VUITTON VIRGIL PASSES LEGACY: The late fashion icon celebrated as having represented change in culture and luxury while advocating for black creatives worldwide... WAS HERE: Virgil Abloh By Mpumi Brown wisdom. The LVMH family joins me in Fashion designer Virgil Abloh has this moment of great sorrow and we are passed away at the age of 41 after pri- all thinking of his loved ones on the pass- vately battling cancer for several years. ing of their husband, father, brother, son Abloh was the artistic director of Louis and friend” Vuitton menswear and the CEO of Off- White. We send our deepest condolenc- A 3-story tall Virgil Abloh statue es to his family and friends was erected for his Spring-Summer 2022 event in Miami, where all of Virgil close In loving memory of Virgil Abloh, friends in the likes of Kanye West and Louis Vuitton pays tribute to the life and Kid Cudi. legacy of a creative genius with a pres- entation of his Spring-Summer 2022 Virgil Abloh represented a change in Collection in Miami on November 30th. culture and luxury whilst advocating for “Virgil was here” was put in luminating black creatives world wide. lights. The passing of Virgil has affected a Bernard Arnault CEO of LVMH, said lot of people, those close and those who “ We are all shocked by this terrible news. idolised his craftsmanship in the fashion Virgil was not only a genie designer and a industry. visionary, he was also a man with a great 1980-2021 Virgil Was Here. The winner was announced and hosted by Award-winning tv and radio host Pearl Modiadie (right) pictured at the Mrs SA pageant at Emperor’s Palace Casino and Hotel in Kempton recently.A 40-year-old entrepreneur and mom, Jo Judnick-Wilson (left), was crowned Mrs South Africa 2022.

Friday 03 December 2021 FASHION/LIFESTYLE 11WEEKLY SA MIRROR ERTS’ FESTIVE FAMILY W ULI ROB TWINS ORLD K DETAIL; Showing off how they do what they know best TWO FOR JOY: Pair pursue twin passions of décor and food... By Kuli Roberts (ii) Pay attention to detail. Good Thobile and Nokuthula Thwala are not food, good wine and good people are just identical, they also have a passion a must-have for a good event. As the for decor and food. We asked them how dinner table will be the focus, choose to throw a classy Festive Party. Profes- a theme for your party and create a sional, courteous and stunning, I hope beautiful table-scape using flowers, they throw me a party on December 16, candles and decorative table cloths or my birthday. runner that reflects it. Then work on What is your business about? personal touches - like name tags or Our business is a catering and décor small messages for an extra touch of stylish detail. business, we also bake. We provide food services and we coordinate (iii) Plan a winning menu. The menu events. can be formal or casual as you would How did it come about? like - just be sure to know what you Our beautiful mother Welheminah want to serve ahead of time. Char- Thwala started the company in 2005. cuterie boards are often great to in- She named it after herself - Welhemi- clude, no matter what your party or nah Projects. We are a family that event style, as they satisfy all senses loves cooking, baking and having dé- with a mix of salty, sweet, and sa- cor setups. So, she decided to expand voury options. and share her lovely recipes and skills with the people around us. Nokuthula (iv) Pick a playlist. One thing about and I have been hands-on children, we a great intimate party is a great would help out with the cooking and soundtrack. cleaning. it is in our blood to create marvellous dishes. Our late sister, Du- (v) The neighbours - always, always, duzile Thwala, would take us shop- always invite the neighbours. Be up- ping with her, come back home, cre- front about it and never try to sneak it ate recipes, and Thobile and I would in there. Most of the time the neigh- cook and burn most of the food and bours politely decline, but at least pots, sometimes. they have fair warning about the mu- We are so creative and love beautiful sic and the noise. things. Many women, on our mother’s side of the family, are cooks. We all Where can they get hold of you? learnt how to do decorations and flow- - tw.thwala@gmail.com er arrangements for weddings, parties What is unique about your business? and celebrations from our fabulous We, at Welheminah Projects, give granny, L Nyembe, our mothers aunt. What is your favourite party theme? 100% at all times. We choose busi- Thobile: I love all themes, one really ness, instead of competition. We al- loves simple, elegant themes that are ways deliver and make sure that our small to do. clients and potential clients recognise Nokuthula: I like weddings, big over- that we are the ones that they should the-top theme parties; the more the trust to get the content they need. We merrier (Hahahahaha). look at the market: how many people We enjoy all parties and themes. They are doing what we are doing. We do all make us happy when our clients not double book ourselves, instead we are excited and satisfied. refer the customers to the next com- Five Tips for an intimate party? pany. We empower each other, we are (i) Stay organised and communicate not greedy and we are creative in how to your guests. It is important to your we set ourselves apart from the other guests to know what exactly is going companies. We hope sponsors get our on and when. cook book on the shelves one day soon, so that people can try out our easy and simple recipes made with love.

12 WEEKLY SA MIRROR MOTORING Friday 03 December 2021 AUDI SWITCHES ON THE MOTORING:Briefs ELECTRIC E-TRON FORMULA E WORLD CHAM- PIONSHIP FOR CAPE TOWN Jaguar SA and bid partner e-Movement are proud to announce that Cape Town has been included as a host city for a round of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship in February 2022. The announcement was made this week by the Federation Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) in Geneva following a scheduled meet- ing to approve the Season 8 calendar by For- mula E Operations. As the founding partner to e-Movement, Jaguar South Africa supported the bid to host the first Formula E event in Cape Town. Richard Gouverneur, Managing Director, Jaguar Land Rover South Africa, said: “This is a historic first for our country and Jaguar South Africa is ecstatic to have been part of the team to secure Formula E for Cape Town and South Africa. Iain Banner, Chairman of e-Movement (Pty) Ltd (the promoters of the Cape Town leg of the World Championship), said: “We are delighted and honoured to be included on the calendar after two years of bidding to make this dream a reality.”-MOTOR. FLAGSHIP: Audi CEO Markus Duesmann next HIACE SES’FIKILE REACHES to the forthcoming Audi RS e-tron GT TIME FOR UPDATE CURRENTS: Five models destined for Mzansi to have free power Toyota South Africa Motors has introduced its socket installed at homes updated Hiace Ses’Fikile for the 2021 and be- yond model year, and it’s packing a respectable By Ali Mphaki PLUSH: The state of the art interior has a will have an enthusiast more excited especially since set of safety upgrades that will go a long way It’s a race against time for German manufacturer sporty feel it moves from standstill to 100 km/h at a blistering in helping driver’s keep commuters safe on the Audi in its quest to bid goodbye to internal com- 4.5 seconds, with its elder sibling the RS e-tron GT road. bustion after 2034. To this end, the company has The two models, with a claimed range of covering the same sprint in 3.6 seconds. opened reservations for the line-up of all-electric 436km for the e-tron 55 and 446km for the e-tron If your current fleet of Hiaces needs re- e-tron models headed for South Africa in the first 55 Sportback, are powered by a 95-kWh battery Bringing further peace of mind is that with the S placing, or if you’re running older Quantums quarter of next year spearheading a whole new churning out 300kW/664Nm. Top speed is elec- Sporback it has a 488 km range while the RS –e-tron or even older Hiace Super Ts, now might be electric mobility going forwards. tronically governed at 200 km/h. And when it comes GT will give you a slightly less 472 km range. On the ideal time to secure a few 2021 Hiace to the S Sportback, it packs more punch producing the inside is found a 10.1-inch MMI navigation plus Ses’Fikiles for your taxi business as Toyota With the all-electric e-tron models, local motor- 320kW/808Nm, even though using the same battery infotainment system, quad-zone climate control, hasn’t raised prices significantly, despite the ing enthusiasts are compelled to get used to names found in the entry-level models. adaptive air suspension, heated and electric front addition of safety technology. like e-tron 55 and e-tron 55 Sportback, the e-tron seats, Matrix LED headlights etc. S Sportback, e-tron GT and RS e-tron GT, which The S Sportback covers 0 – 100 km/h in 4.5 The 2.7-litre naturally-aspirated four- are five of the six Audi electric e-tron models previ- seconds, its speed governed to 210 km/h and with But it is top of the range RS e-tron GT that will cylinder petrol engine (16-seater model) sells ously expected in South Africa.. a range of 368 km. But it is the Audi e-tron GT that wow you with its 12.3-inch Virtual Cockpit Display, for R478 500. The 2.5-litre turbocharged four- and to make those journeys more enjoyable, a Bang cylinder diesel engine (16-seater model) sells Further bringing a buzz with Audi’s new e-tron & Olufsen 3D sound system, heated electric mirrors for R508 300. models is that pre-signing for either derivative will with dimming and memory functions, lane assist, see the owner beneftting from a 32amp power sock- park assist etc. According to Toyota, the petrol Hiace et installed at their residences, at no cost. Ses’Fikile offers 111kW and 241Nm and sips All models come in either Advanced or S line a claimed 14.3l/100km of unleaded in a com- Audi SA tells us the R5 000 cost of the power trim. But be prepared to break the bank for these bined cycle, while the diesel version comes socket comes courtesy of the company. In case you models don’t come cheap, what with the e-tron 55 with 75kW and 260Nm and it sips a claimed wondering how the new Audi electric e-tron mod- Advanced to set you back at R1 990 00, the etron 55 9.9l/100km of the preferred 50ppm. els perform, the poor man’s e-tron 55 and e-tron 55 S line R2 045 00, and top of the range RS e-tron GT Sportback, like most Audi products, are no slouch setting you back at R3 300 000. EUROPEAN CAR OF THE completing the mandatory 0-100km/h sprint in 5.7 YEAR 2022 FINALISTS seconds. Consolation is that all e-trons are covered by a ANNOUNCED five year/100 000 km Audi Freeway Plan as well as an eight year/160 000 km battery warranty The shortlist for the European Car of the Year 2022 award is decided. Out of the long list of BAIC B40 PLUS B40 Plus has been punted as offering the go-any- 39 cars, the Jury has chosen seven nominees. WRANGLING ABOUT where capability you’ve come to expect in a 4x4 All cars that have been listed are purely elec- and it also comes with a stylish exterior and interior tric, which is a first for this longstanding auto- STATE OWNED: Chinese manufacturer an active player in design. Large headlights with Daytime Running motive awards process. the local market since 2016 and own assembly facility in Coega Lights (DRL), front and rear fog lamps, large ex- terior mirrors, vertical windshield design, is what The cars that were selected out of the can- immediately draws you to the vehicle. didates are the Cupra Born, Ford Mustang Inside you are welcomed in comfort and style, Mach-E, Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Peugeot with the B40 Plus boasting a dual-zone air-condi- 308, Renault Mégane E-Tech and Škoda Enyaq tioning system, six-speaker audio system, colour- iV. coded interior trims, chrome accents, and for your passenger’s extra comfort reclining rear seats. A final voting round at the end of February Standard are active and passive safety features such will decide for the Car of the Year 2022. It will as an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) and Elec- be announced online on Monday 28 February. tronic Brake-force Distribution (EBD), and Elec- By Ali Mphaki tronic Parking Brake (EPB) across all models. The NISSAN’S AMBITION 2030 VISION It is pronounced “bike”. BAIC, the Chinese vehicle is available in a 2.0-litre petrol turbo guise, state-owned R11-bn Beijing Automotive Indus- or you can have it with a 2.0-litre diesel turbo setup. Nissan has announced it will introduce 23 new try Holding Company, BAIC, now in South Af- The petrol engine punches out 160kW at 5500rpm fully-electric and hybrid vehicles by 2030. An- rica, is all geared up for a slice of the local auto- and 320Nm from as low as 1750rpm. The diesel nounced today as part of Nissan’s ‘Ambition motive industry, with its recent launch of the B40 unit produces out 110kW at 4000rpm and 350Nm of 2030’ vision, the Japanese carmaker said it Plus, a bold and striking off-roader with design torque from 1800rpm.In case you wondering about would up its commitment to electrification with cues from the Jeep Wrangler and a 5-slot grille after care etc, BAIC SA currently has eight fully op- a ¥2 trillion yen ($24.7 trillion AUD) invest- inspired by the Great Wall of China. erational dealers around the country with a number ment in the sector by 2026, doubling its current of contract service centres. investment since 2010. It’s been eight years (2015) since the company Demand will be key to the company’s expan- set base in Goega’s special economic zone near B40 PLUS: Bold newcomer from BAIC sion plans. As part of this onslaught into the electrified Gceberha, where since 2016 they have been con- sub-region markets. Comparions are deadly, but at Pricing: space, Nissan unveiled four concept vehicles structing semi knocked down variants of their pas- first sight the B40 Plus immediately conjures up im- • BAIC B40 Plus 2.0TDi - R549 500 including a small SUV likely to preview the senger markets overseas. Word is out that the plant ages of the Jeep Wrangler. • BAIC B40 Plus 2.0TDi City Hunter - R579 500 next-generation Leaf that is set to be built in will be in full production of vehicles with com- • BAIC B40 Plus 2.0T - R579 500 the UK. pletely knocked down when it kicks off its supply Which is interesting because both models have • BAIC B40 Plus 2.0T City Hunter - R609 500 of left and right hand drives for both the local and military roots, with the first B40 a product of the • BAIC B40 Plus 2.0T Champion - R629 50 Nissan’s timeline will see 15 new fully- Chinese military. The fully imported from China electric vehicles introduced by 2030, with the remaining seven said to be electrified in some way, such as the marque’s range extender ‘e- Power’ technology – that uses a combustion engine to generate power for electric motors. This focus will allow the conglomerate to target an electrification mix (both EVs and hybrids) of 50 per cent across the Nissan and Infiniti brands in all markets by its fiscal year in 2030

Friday 03 December 2021 PERSONAL FINANCE/BUSINESS 13WEEKLY SA MIRROR By Isaac Moledi IN POVERTY AND RICHES: Acting sooner rather than later is advised and discussing budgets and investment strategies Are you planning to get married during this will pay dividends for a marriage. “Having a per- December Holiday? Wedding planners believe COUPLES URGED sonal financial plan in place that both understand getting married over the festive season has al- TO DISCUSS THEIR and support will ensure that you are working ways had such a happy ring to it – the fairy FINANCES BEFORE towards common short, medium and long-term lights up, money galore due to the back-pays goals.” and the bonuses from their employers and eve- MARRIAGE ryone being laid-back and taking a breather He believes that issues that should be high- after a hectic year. SHARE: Sharing views will help in having a lighted include: good relationship Bar the Covid- 19 pandemic which has now • Savings plans that can help with emer- put so much strain on this exciting occasion, mar- which assets and what assets will be shared,” a loan must be raised or a major asset is bought.” gency funds, longer-term savings that are tax-effi- riage experts say December, besides Valentine’s Manyike says. “It may seem wrong to put things • Shared Financial Responsibilities: De- cient and investments. Day, has always been the most popular month for in writing when life together has not even started, marriage proposals and that the month has always but it can save tears and pain later if things go ciding on how financial responsibilities will be • Annuity investments to cope with ex- been a number one occasion for couples to get wrong.” divided and who should handle finances based on penses during different stages of married life. engaged. strengths and weaknesses. “Often, one partner in “An annuity is an insurance policy that is taken • Credit History: Being honest about spending a marriage is better at budgeting, paying bills and out so that money is available for a future event. So popular is the month that besides ordinary habits and debts. Most people enter marriage with investing than the other. Acknowledging this and The most usual is building funds for an education South Africans, even some popular celebrities - debts of some kind. Manyike says not disclosing leaving the most financially able person to handle plan that pays out when children reach tertiary here and abroad - walked their sweethearts down that financial baggage lurking in the background the money can make for a happy marriage,” says education age. Making sure that payments are ad- the aisle during December period, and although will almost always lead to arguments and accusa- Manyike. “The discussion should include finan- justed annually for inflation means that their value some marriages did not stand the test of time, tions when individual earnings, spending habits, cial responsibilities before the marriage such as is not diminished over the years that a policy is in many are still celebrating their wedding anniver- and who owes what are the topics of conversation. maintenance of children from the previous mar- place,” says Manyike. saries during this month together. Abroad they in- He believes it’s best to know all about your part- riage, siblings or extended family members and clude Will Smith and Jada Pinckett on December ner’s debt so that decisions about settling them agreeing on how this should look like going for- • Life insurance to cover life’s unex- 31, 1997, Sylvester Stallone and Brigitte Nielsen can be taken together. “This means that there will ward.” He believes taking time to work together pected events. Life insurance is an essential ele- on December 15, 1985, Richard Gere and Cindy at least be one good credit history in the family if with a financial planner, making financial plans, ment in a financial plan. Nobody knows what lies Crawford on December 12 and locally, our own ahead. Having life insurance helps make sure that celebrated Romeo Kumalo and former Miss SA money is available if a spouse is disabled or dies and businesswoman, Basetsana Makgalemele on unexpectedly. Debts can be paid off, and the sur- December 9, 2000. viving partner can use the remaining funds to cre- ate a financially stable future for the family. According to experts, when the excitement of the wedding day is done and the glow of a hon- • Setting up a retirement plan and having eymoon has been replaced by daily routine, many retirement annuities (RA’s) in place. The sooner couples find out however, that they still have a a retirement plan is put in place, the greater the lot to learn about each other. “Often, the discus- future benefits will be. Taking out an RA while in sions will centre on what is mine, what is yours your 20’s will ensure that you are financially se- and what is ours,” says John Manyike of Old Mu- cure and can enjoy a happy retirement when your tual. “At the base of the problem is money and working days are done. disagreements about how it should be spent and saved,” he adds. • Having a valid will. A will is a must- have feature of any financial plan. It ensures that Ideally, Manyike adds, the money talk should your wishes are carried out and that the people have begun long before the walk down the aisle you wish to benefit do so. If a partner dies without became a reality. But, he admits, when life is all a will, life for the surviving spouse and children about love, marriage, celebrations, and a great fu- can become complicated as the law takes over ture together, the question of money is often not and dictates where assets and money should go. regarded as that important. A joint will, or separate wills, should be drawn up as soon as possible after marriage. “It is a sensible “However, the truth is that arguments about precaution to take, particularly in these days of money disrupt and even destroys marriages. the Covid-19 pandemic when unexpected deaths Avoiding confrontations about cash should begin have become more common,” says Manyike. before the wedding. Honest, open discussions will help settle potential sticking points before they Although definitive figures regarding the become massive problems. Sharing views will pandemic and divorce rate in South Africa are help make the road into marriage and beyond to a not available, Manyike says countries around life together much smoother.” the world are reporting that the combination of the virus and financial issues are destroying mar- Manyike says initial discussions should settle riages. “In some countries, the rate has increased points that include: by 30%. So there is no reason to expect that South Africans are also not finding strained finances and • Marriage Regime: Deciding upfront lockdowns that are exerting pressure on relation- what’s mine, what’s yours and what’s ours. “Ide- ships. Again, total honesty about money and debts ally, this should lead to a written document and can help find a way through.” an antenuptial contract that sets out what remains each partner’s property, who retains control over According to Manyike, the easier it is to dis- cuss finances, the easier it is to find a way out of difficulty and back to financial health. EXPERTS WARN legitimate websites. Beware of suspiciously cheap CONSUMERS THAT items sold by merchants. Also, be on the lookout CYBER CRIME WILL for strange URLs. Examples of strange URLs INCREASE DURING could be: THE FESTIVE SEASON • Tak3alot.co.za FRAUD: Fraudsters will prey on consumers • Goodeal.xyz.com • Protect your personal information: De searching for bargains Villiers says consumers should ensure any business website they visit uses HTTPS web encryption be- By Isaac Moledi Security shows that more than 590 million people H says to stay safe during this festive, it is first fore entering any personal or payment information. Online shoppers beware: Experts say cyber are affected by cyber crime each year. In addition, necessary to learn how scammers take advantage Your browser’s URL bar will display a padlock criminals will be on the lookout for online shop- in a recent study conducted by TransUnion Finan- of online shoppers. Consumers must lower their icon if the website is encrypted, and you will be pers as the shopping season reaches its peak this cial Hardship, 41% of South African consumers chances of becoming a victims of an online scam able to verify the security of your connection to the festive season. reported being victims of digital fraud related to by taking precautions. site when you click on the padlock. the Covid-19 pandemic. The findings also revealed • Avoid clicking on suspicious links: Cyber They have warned online discount seekers on that the number of suspected fraud cases from SA De Villiers provides some tips consumers can criminals often use fraudulent links to trick users the hunt for great deals this festive season to take increased by 6.59% for the start of the 2020 holi- consider to protect themselves while shopping on- into providing private accounts and login informa- precautionary measures and safeguard themselves day shopping season. line this festive season: tion by misleading them into clicking on links in when using this method. spam emails or text messages. The same goes for In preparation for the festive and Black Friday • Watch out for fake deals: In the run-up links on social media sites. “Remember: it is al- Riaan de Villiers, business analyst at LAW- season, Coetzee says fraudsters will once again to Black Friday, people share many special offers ways better to go directly to the retailer’s website trust, says shifting to online shopping by many step up their attempts to prey on consumers search- via email or online advertisements. De Villiers says to verify any deals that you see across social media businesses and consumers due to the Covid-19 ing for bargains. “Shoppers should be aware of do not just click on whatever ‘deal’ is on offer to platforms.” pandemic has led to the increase in cyber crime. scams and secure their data while using the inter- verify that the bargain is authentic. Instead, type • Create unique and strong passwords: net,” says De Villiers. in the retailer’s URL into your browser’s address Although passwords play an important role in com- A report published by the Centre for Internet bar to ensure that you purchase all your items from puter security, De Villiers says hackers can easily crack simple or common passwords. “Ensure that you secure yourself against online identity theft by using unique and strong passwords for all your ac- counts. It is a good idea to get a password manager to manage passwords on your behalf.” • Be extra careful when you shop online: Be alert when shopping online by avoiding giving your personal information, such as banking details, to strangers. “When shopping online, be careful of where you shop; if you are looking for deals that will not leave you disappointed, you should stick to retailers and brands you know and trust’’. “Cybersecurity plays a key role in almost every aspect of our daily lives. Therefore, everyone must take safety precautions online,” according to De Villiers.

14 WEEKLY SA MIRROR SPORT Friday 03 December 2021 Molefi Mika By Molefi Mika during men’s and women’s leagues, both in SPORTS: Briefs Indeed, the sky is not only the limit for urban and rural arears. Football clubs world- TOUCHLINE Mamelodi Sundowns as millions of foot- wide, both amateur and professional, are COVID PUTS A DAMPER ON SA MUSINGS ball followers have since come to ac- now being ordered to start women’s teams. OPEN TOURNEY knowledge and revere them, friend and Good call! SA MUST USE foe alike. The SA Open Golf Championship currently be- BANYANA Before you know it, Stellenbosch FC ing played at Gary Player Country Club in Sun With a 12th league championship beck- down in the Western Cape could soon be pa- City teed off to a tepid start on Thursday with a BASTYLE AS oning for The Brazilians, whose Banyana rading their lasses, and Lamontville Golden measure of uncertainty. SPRINGBOARD Ba-style team has just been crowned the Arrows. When that hopefully happens, the This came after participation of some of the pro- queens of the maiden women’s CAF Cham- NSL must make it their business to ascertain fessional players had to be forced to withdraw FUTURE: Downs’ female pions League, there is no doubt that the that all PSL women’s teams play in a sepa- from participation after testing positive to Covid team bodes well for future Tshwane football giants are also a consisten- rate league, just as it is done with their re- -19. According to a statement released by the of local game… cy-personified side. serve sides which compete in the sponsored sanctioning Sunshine Tour on the eve of tee off, Diski Challenge league that also enjoys top SA golfers Dylan Mostert, Teaghan Gauche and Banyana Ba-style have been a real men- class TV coverage. That way, Banyana Ba- Siyanda Mwandla were discarded from the four- ace to other local teams. But it must also be style and hopefully new teams would be day event as they are currently self-isolating and added that their local opponents were any provided with good preparations for their being given all the necessary support from the way weaker than the tougher teams they en- battles in CAF competitions, and, as that Sunshine Tour to ensure their comfort and safety. countered from other countries in this CAF happens, crowds would be attracted – some- competition. Yet, despite all that, the Sun- thing to lure sponsors. Their withdrawal came against the backdrop downs ladies still proved to be a toughest, of a fellow local pro Darren Fichardt who was and, for that matter, also showing without Doubting Thomases should ask the USA early this week also forced to back out as he is doubt that they are from a success-hungry which, after introducing and supporting currently self-isolating and being given all the Ka Bo Yellow ensemble. their women’s soccer, reaped rewards as it necessary support. grew into one of big sports crowd-pullers, However, there is no guarantee that Sun- something unmatched by their male coun- The field at Sun City was originally star- downs women will successfully defend their terparts. studded with number of European-based golfers title, come next term, since the seasoned making the cut. However the field is now much campaigners from both west and northern America is noted for team sporting weaker and the prize fund now down to $500 Africa are probably plotting their downfall codes like baseball (men), basketball, ice 000.- Pule Mokhine already. You can’t be faulted if you were to hockey, the rugby-like American football speculate that their opponents are probably and softball (women). Yet despite these as- WHERE IS PENG SHUAI? blaming their own downfall on “guerrilla- sociations and conjecture that football is tactics” applied by the Mzansi women. At predominantly a European sport, owing The head of the Women’s Tennis Association the end, Sundowns proved it’s possible to English origins, The Yanks – as the USA (WTA) plans to suspend future email commu- succeed if you have passion and a plan. women’s soccer team is also called – have nications with Chinese tennis star Peng Shuai, won the world cup four times. In their feat, since the once-missing player is still unable to Thus, South Africa’s football structures followed by Germany (twice) and then once speak freely, a spokesman said on Nov. 27. The such as SAFA and it’s professional wing the by both Norway and Japan since 1993. sports body has been seeking to hear directly NSL, which controls the PSL, must be seen from the former top-ranked doubles player over to be unapologetically planning their domi- To our big football brains, who long lib- the past three weeks. Peng made accusations of nance of Africa’s women’s soccer. Afterall, erated us spiritually and morally before poli- sexual assault against a now-retired top Chi- Banyana Ba-style have shown that’s possi- ticians made their claims and false promises, nese official in a Nov. 2 post that swirled briefly ble to conquer, as witnessed in the determi- the idea of a strong women’s league seem around the country’s heavily controlled internet nation and confidence that oozed from the to be the feasible way for Banyana Ba-style before being taken down by Chinese authorities. likes of Andile Dlamini and Andisiwe Mg- repeat their conquest, paving the way for a coyi en route to making South Africa proud. more lethal Banyana Banyana in the future. The 35-year-old player then vanished from public view for about 20 days, before reappear- By the way, this suggestion is largely Once more, salute to the yellow-col- ing on Chinese state media and in a video call influenced by FIFA’s recent decision to oured icons from Tshwane. with Olympics officials last week. Steve Simon, be practical in proving that soccer is the # Molefi Mika, SA Sport Hall of Fame – the chairman of the WTA, says he’s concerned world’s most popular sport, not just in terms 2008 Media Inductee is an author of two that Peng is still under censorship and coercion of mixed genders packing the stands, but by non-fiction books: Resilient Ntate Mole- from the Chinese regime, the WTA spokesper- also displaying talent on the pitch of play mela; Dance Siwelele son said. NEW COMPLEXION FOR LIONEL MESSI MAKES IT SEV- SOWETO IZINJA ZE GAME ENTH TIME AS WORLD BEST FOOTBALLER PARTNERSHIP: Cosmetic company Yume Lionel Messi has strengthened his reputation as teams up with local club to one of the world’s greatest ever footballers by grow the sport of football collecting a record seventh Ballon d’Or. But the Argentine’s historic feat was overshadowed by By Masoja Cele his long-time rival Cristiano Ronaldo - himself a recipient of five awards - who branded one of Football fanatics and soccer legends converged DELIGHTED: Thelma Gwamanda and Norma Coetse of cosmetic company Yume handing the event’s organisers a ‘liar’ hours before the at Phefeni Sport field to witness the announce- soccer kit to Izinja ze Game captain Schillo in Phefeni last week ceremony in Paris. Messi dashed the hopes of ment of a partnership between Yume Cosmetics Robert Lewandowski, who came runner-up, and and Soweto Izinja ze Game Football Club. distribute our product. However, they will only to many more years of togetherness and success’’ the 14 Premier League-based nominees to re- be able to achieve that through the structures of says Ngobeni. tain the honour he last won in 2019. Messi said: Phefeni Sport ground is the field that gave birth the team and not as individuals. Our communities “It’s incredible to be here again. Two years ago to Kaizer Chiefs and just adjacent to the home of need to wake up and do things on their own. As The Yume Cosmetics partnership with Izinja I thought it was the last time. Winning the Copa Amakhosi chairman Kaizer Motaung. The Mead- Yume Cosmetics, we believe in the‘’Vuk’zenzele’’ ze Game also benefited the Miss Soweto 2021 fi- America was key.” owlands based team is owned by former Moroka theme. We understand that soccer is the most nalists, Tebogo Mkhanazi who was chosen as the Swallows midfielder, Samuel ‘’Cee’’Ngobeni. popular sport worldwide, hence our belief that Brand Ambassador. Mkhanazi is the supporter of “It’s incredible to win it for the seventh time. Yume Cosmetics is an Mpumalanga based entity, the coalition would be a roaring success’’ boasted Izinja ze Game team and would carry the Yume I would like to thank my family, my friends and that has four shareholders namely Mr. Wihan and Gwamanda. brand throughout her modelling career. all the people who follow me and always sup- Norma Coetse, Thelma Gwamanda and the former port me, because without them I couldn’t have Pretoria Callies and Mamelodi Sundowns mid- Equally delighted about the deal was Izinja ze ‘’I am excited about this partnership. I will done it.” fielder, Mollett Shikwambane. Game chairman Ngobeni, who throughout the pro- be committing fully to my new role. As far as my ceedings displayed a glowing face. modelling career is concerned it has been a matter The Women’s Ballon d’Or was won by The occasion was graced by the legendary of seizing the right opportunity at the right time. Spain’s Alexia Putellas with England pair Fran George ‘’Best’’ More, who starred for the now ‘’Firstly, I would like to thank Yume Cosmet- Now that I am part of this big brand I will be going Kirkby and Ellen White were among the nomi- defunct Pimville United Brothers, Chiefs and Or- ics for choosing us for a business partnership. As a all out to make it a huge success’ ’revealed Mkha- nees, while Italian Gianluigi Donnarumma was lando Pirates, former Moroka Swallows striker team we are ecstatic to be part of this deal. I want nazi. crowned goalkeeper of the year. Steven ‘’Jomo’’ Sekano, former Pirates midfielder to promise the Yume delegation that we will not Mlungisi ‘’Professor’’Gumbi and Dan Semake disappoint but carry their brand to the next level. Closing the curtain, Yume Cosmetics present- RUGBY PLAYER BLOWS SNOK who played for Mamelodi Sundowns. Yume Cos- I hope the relationship will grow significantly in ed Izinja ze Game with a branded set of a soccer ROCKET INTO OPPONENTS FACE metics who also produce sports nutrition’s are the near future. Yume Cosmetics has proved to kit. thrilled to be in a partnership with Izinja ze Game. everyone that they really have football interest Rugby is the ultimate tough guy sport. Sure, Senior company director Thelma Gwamanda at heart. In the Spirit of Ubuntu we look forward ‘’We are humbled by the gesture. We believe there’s UFC, ultra marathoning, and motocross, couldn’t hide her excitement about the corpora- and trust that we will ever give mileage to the but rugby—essentially football minus the pads tion. brand wherever we play’ ’added Ngobeni. and helmets and acknowledgement of CTE—has donned the bloody, toothless crown for decades. ‘’ True, as a company we are excited with this partnership. It is generally recognised that part- That said, there are apparently a few lines nerships is an essential vehicle for growth. Our you can’t across while pulverizing your oppo- partnership with Izinja ze Game would be about nent’s sternum with your collarbone, and South creating job opportunities for the supporters of the African rugby player Nico Lee managed to find team. The supporters will get a chance to sell and one this week, blowing a snot rocket into an op- posing player’s face mid-scrum in what has to be one of the nastiest cheap shots in sports history After the incident, which occurred on Sat- urday in a PRO14 matchup between the Toyota Cheetahs and Connacht, a disciplinary commit- tee found Lee had launched the mucus missile intentionally, handing down a 13-week suspen- sion that will see Lee banned for the remainder of the season, barring appeal.

Friday 03 December 2021 SPORT 15WEEKLY SA MIRROR LAST BORN TETE By Pule Mokhine GSIDE VRINIEW ALL GEARED The long wait is over for South Africa’s golden UP AFTER TWO boy Zolani Last Born” Tete to resume his pro- PULE YEAR HIATUS fessional boxing career after being out of action MOKHINE for two years. RUSTY: Former two fans that he has what it takes to rewrite the his- weight world champion The former two-weight world champion gets tory books by winning another world title,” says takes on Tanzanian another opportunity to showcase his boxing prow- Tengimfene. The trainer is confident though that Kayumba in non-title ess by meeting Tanzanian Idi Kayumba in a non- his charge will knock out Kayumba, come next fight title bout at Booysens Boxing Club next Sunday Sunday. The Tanzanian comes into the bout with 13 (December 12). Tete’s forthcoming fight is ear- wins, four defeats and two draws in 16 fights in the LETHAL: Zolani marked to pave the way for the Mdantstane, East paid ranks. The 23 year-old Kayumba lost to Alfred “Last Born” London fighter to meet Englishman Jason Cun- Lamptey for the vacant WBC Youth Silver super Tete in action ningham for International Boxing Federation (IBF) featherweight championship in Accra, Ghana in next Sunday international and Commonwealth junior feather- their last bout in September. Tete, a favorite south- weight crowns in March. Cunningham currently paw in his own right, held the IBF junior bantam- holds the Commonwealth crown while the IBF weight crowns from 2014 to 2015, and the WBO belt is currently vacant. bantamweight strap from 2017 until 2019. And the idea is to ultimately steer Tete towards He snatched the then vacant IBF super fly- the path of challenging for the IBF junior feather- weight belt via a unanimous points victory over weight belt with the aim of winning it and become Japanese Teiro Kinoshota in Kobe, Japan in 2014. the three-time world champion. He has already an- He defended against Englishman Paul Butler with nexed the IBF junior bantamweight and the World a unanimous points decision win in Echo Arena in Boxing Organization (WBO) bantamweight dia- Liverpool, UK in 2016. Last Born took the WBO dems. According to his manager Mlandeli Tengim- bantamweight diadem after stopping John Riel fene, the idea is to finally direct him towards the Casimero in Birmingham. He also made a success- path of adding the IBF featherweight belt and make ful WBO defense against fellow South African Si- it four times in a distinguished fistic career. busiso Gonya who he disposed of at SSE Arena in Belfast in 2017. Tengimfene believes his charge’s upcoming en- counter with the Tanzanian will also give his charge That clash happened two fights before final- an opportunity to be active once again in the ring as ly surrendered his crown to Casimero. Now the he is rusty. The last time that Last Born ever threw a lanky southpaw will have to prove against the Tan- punch competitively was in November 2019 when zanian if he still has what it takes to rule the roost he lost his WBO bantamweight belt to John Riel once more . This will be proven next Sunday. Casimero of the Philippines in Birmingham. At 33, it looks Tete is now racing against time to make a mark once more in the ring by getting more fights before he retires from slugging it out. “ It’s been more than two years now since Zolani last competed in the ring. This coming fight against Kayumba should help him regain his confi- dence,” says Tengimfene. “Although he looks rusty as result of not hav- ing competed for two years, he has been showing confidence at training and is now raring to win and get back to the top.” Commenting on the upcoming bout against Cunningham, Tete’s mentor said his charge would be up to the task of earning another feather in the cap by wrestling the vacant IBF championship. “ Last Born is extremely eager to prove to his By Ali Mphaki FINAL WHISTLE FOR The lion Godfrey Gxowa sleeps. He gave a THE PIGSQUEAK OF muted roar marking his last breath on Sunday morning following a short illness. He was 89. SOPHIATOWN The former Moroka Swallows director, once INDIFFERENT: Soccer administrator Godfrey sarcastically referred to as a pipsqueak in erstwhile brooding rough-and-tumble Sophiatown, would Gxowa bows out a despondent but not bitter man DEPARTED: Former Moroka Swallows share- rise to defy his timidity to become one of the most holder Godfrey Gxowa in his heydays astute football administrators in this country; to be a minority shareholder. Somewhat ironic, however, his narration was like a seasoned broadcaster, add to the eclectic mix, is a black and white picture a man who will always be remembered for his con- is that Gxowa should breath his last, on a day which matched by his gift of the garb. No wonder he of the original Moroka Swallows of 1937. Of curi- victions. witnessed some seismic changes transpire at Swal- was a favourite among sports journos when he dou- ous concern, however, is the glaring absence from lows FC. bled up as the club’s PRO in the early 2010s. his wall of fame of a pic of his last boss at Moroka But more than anything else, he was not a moe- Swallows, the late sly as a fox David “Pine” Cha- goe. Having spent over 50-odd years or so at the The team, currently languishing at the bottom There is overwhelming opinion that he de- beli. Reason? Gxowa had a love hate relationship erstwhile Moroka Swallows FC, it would be a “col- of the log, finally lost their temper with their coach served an honorary doctorate, probably one that with Chabeli. Much as he admired Chabeli because onized” account if the mention of his name were and technical (after an embarrassing 3-1 loss to he will receive post humously. “I read extensively,’ “he knew football administration”, he harbored a to go missing from the club’s glorious but sordid Kaizer Chiefs at home), resulting in a red card for he said with a twinkle, a fact confirmed by one his sinister wish ‘to hang him from the nearest tree he history pages. Brandon Truter and his technical team. “I told you sons who quipped that his father has an Oxford dic- comes across”, especially after selling his majority so”, would have been his curt remark, in relation to tionary “in his mouth”. Prick his brain on whatever shares to “people who knew nothing about foot- Like Siamese twins, both club and Gxowa have the status quo at Swallows FC Fact is Gxowa never soccer epoch - the several break ups within Moroka ball”. Gxowa squarely attributed the “near demise” their histories intrinsically intertwined. It’s a rela- warmed up to the current Swallows FC, which had Swallows, why there was Big XV, the tragedy at of Moroka Swallows five years ago to Chabeli. tionship whose genesis can be traced way back in bought the status of one Maccabi Warious to return Jeppe Station following a Pirates/Swallows match Sophiatown, in the late 40s. This is where a young to the premier league. at the Indian Sports Grounds in 1961, the formation “Chabeli trusted white people too much and Gxowa, of parents from the Eastern Cape, would of the NSL/PSL, the demise of former strong man believed everything they say to be the gospel truth.’ narrowly survive a deadly attack from a Three- His major apprehension, shared by many other George Thabe, Gxowa would have you eating from Star knife-wielding gangster, just for his innocent “concerned” die-hard Moroka Swallows support- the palm of his hand. “It was the same white people led by one Leon choice to follow his favourite team, Moroka Swal- ers, is a rider that currently Swallows FC are un- Prinz and them who were at the helm of the club lows. able to use their original name due to the sanction He spoke highly of former Moroka Swallows when it hit tumultuous waters resulting in its rele- handed down by FIFA relating to outstanding pay- chairmen like the late Dan “Mr Orange” Twala, gation from top flight to low depths of the Motsepe It was the timeous intervention of another for- ment owed to Brazilian midfielder Igor Alves, who Ntate Lesolang, even the late Don Manaka, people League. “If only I could go to Chabeli’s grave and mer gangster, journalist and writer Don Mattera, turned out for the Birds from 2008 to 2011. “I am he says were able to employ creative ways in the ask him where is his Leon Prinz,” added Gxowa, which saved him from “meeting his Maker” on not a fan of buying the status of other clubs so as to running of the then Moroka Swallows. adamant that the man known as “Cabora”, was off- that day. Mattera, exhibiting traits of a “Godfa- make it to the premier league.’ side in his decision to sell his majority shares to ther”, could not allow the opportunity escape for In his admiration list include the late Stix people who “knew nothing about football”. Having him to admonish the starry eyed Gxowa, coaxing “I would have preferred we start our beloved Morewa, Cyril Kobus, Kaizer Chiefs boss Kaizer heeded his call for higher service, where he will be him to start training as a boxer, so as to learn how Moroka Swallows from the ground up and build Motaung, as well as PSL and Orlando Pirates chair- welcomed by his peers and his former boss nem- to defend himself, and to desist from being a “pip- from there.’ man, Dr Irvin Khoza. esis Chabeli in the ancestral world yonder, Gxowa squeak”. It was an advice the young Gxowa would is destined to finally get his chance for that much follow, going on to register 87 amateur fights. “We could have made it.’ His favourite player of all time was Difference anticipated man-to-man talk with Chabeli. “As is, I am not sure if this is the real Moroka Mbanya, whose inimitable style is “still to be emu- This until one fateful evening in a bout in Pay- Swallows or what”, was his unyielding stance. But lated”, as Gxowa succinctly put it. Despite lately With the help of the heavenly VAR, the two neville near Springs, where he was knocked out in surprisingly, from time to time Gxowa could, try being off the social radar, you’d be inclined to say former administrators will hopefully be able to iron the fourth round of sixer, precipitating his igno- as he might, not resist the urge to watch the “new” Gxowa was always surrounded by royalty. out their differences; smoke a peace pipe. minious premature exit from the “sport of kings”. Swallows FC on his TV set. This even though he would never be seen at the stands to support the Hovering on the walls of his dining room in But, it may just be, as Brenda Fassie was wont What will interest the reader, however, is how team (pre-Covid or not).But what was remarkable his modest house in Meadowlands, Soweto, are to sing: “Too late for Mama” the lanky and towering height came to throw all his about Gxowa, even at his octogenarian age, was his pictures of the likes of former administrators, the weight behind Moroka Swallows. Simple, he said, vivid memory and eloquence. Detailed but concise, likes of Roger Sishi, Abdul Bhamjee, Coloured #Gxowa was buried on Friday attributing his decision due to Moroka Swallows’ Passmore, Clarence Mlokoti, George Thabe etc. To scintillating type of play. “It was pure exhilarating stuff. I could not help it.’ “Adding to the mix was their maroon and white fashion apparel.’ “They were a spectacle to watch,” sounding off the brilliance and bristling talents of the Moroka Swallows of his troubled but halcyon days. As fate would have it, Moroka Swallows would be an institution Gxowa would register to, follow and serve throughout his adult life. His latest roles at the club was doubling up as spokesman though

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