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VATISWA WORLD CUP BARES HER PREP DEATH SOUL TOLL 500 11page 4page Friday 02 December 2022 D E Q L www.weeklysamirror.news MIRRORWEEKLY SA Insight to connect the dots... FURORE p2 OVER ‘MISSPENT’ R38M TRUST FUNDS North West community enraged over unaccounted millions in mining royalties...

2 WEEKLY SA MIRROR NEWS Friday 02 December 2022 MOGOPA VILLAGERS ENRAGED OVER R38M TRUST FUND MISUSE CLAIMS COLLAPSE: Major infrastructure has collapsed and food hampers are also being stolen. By Robert Tlapu ing the trust fund. Since 2015 to date, the amount had made payments into Mogopa Minerals trust ac- February respectively for surface rental were paid The Community of a small mining village of Mo- that has been transferred into the Mogopa Trust count, which is supposed to develop the village. early this week. And another R190 000 payment for gopa in Ventersdorp, in the North West prov- funds is close to R40 million”, Montsho said. rental will be made by the end of the week. ince are up in arms demanding accountability “The people in the village are struggling and for funds amounting to over R38 million which The villagers do not have access to water and since 2015 we have been paying monthly fees for Reacting to the allegations, Mogopa Minerals were paid into the Mogopa Minerals Trust fund have to fetch water from the nearby mine. There Social and Labour Plan (SLP), Minerals Royalties Chairperson, Ezekia Pooe said the monies had been since 2015. are no proper roads, water taps are dry, there is no and surface rental. The Mineral royalties are for used since 2015 and he just joined the trust last year proper infrastructure while a lot of money was be- the minerals we are mining in the area and surface (2021) in February. “I am aware of the allegations Bakwena Ba Mogopa is a small community, ing paid and allocated for these major necessities. rental for the space (land) we are using to mine the by Montsho, and he asked me to investigate I told with between 300 and 350 households which is ‘’It is five weeks now that we have no water. The diamonds. him I don’t have the capacity since I just joined last subsidized by Blue Gum Diamonds mining group roads are terrible to travel on.” year ‘’. on a monthly basis. The monthly subsidy is to help “Most of our employees are locals from the the village with the development of the area. Montsho also alleged that the food hampers village. Mogopa Trust also owns 26 percent of the He further said the villagers requested the fo- meant for the elderly were being stolen. “Mogopa Blue Gum Mine. I was made aware of the alleged rensic investigations and they (Mogopa Minerals) The community under the leadership of Rapitse village has a potential to be an agricultural hub, but mismanagement of funds by one of the locals when have asked their legal advisors to look for investi- Montsho, is demanding that the Mogopa Minerals, assets to develop the village have been stolen as he came to fetch water near the mine. This is de- gators that can handle the matter. which is administering the Mogopa Trust, led by well”. spite the fact that we have given the community Chairman Ezekia Pooe, account on how the funds leaders money to repair the water pipes”, said the “We made the request with the legal advisors were utilised as there was no development in the He further said that the mining company has representative. about a month and a half ago, and hope as soon village despite the fact that the funds were available given him audited documents which showed all the as they find them, the investigations will resume”, for this purpose. funds that had been paid into the Mogopa Minerals He was made aware of the intention to lay said Pooe. Trust fund, which are meant for the development of charges with the police against Mogopa Minerals “Our village is very poor. We are struggling the entire village. and he was willing to provide all the necessary au- He added that Montsho was also part of the with basic things like water, yet there is money that dited documents to verify the payments since 2015 Mogopa Minerals in 2015 when the agreement is paid into the Mogopa Trust every month by Blue Montsho said they intended opening a case into the trust. Although he did not want to be drawn between the mining company and community was Gum mine for developing our village in exchange with the police against the Mogopa Minerals over into confirming the total amount paid into the Mo- made. “I can’t comment further than this because of the mining they do on our land. the funds that have been paid into the trust account gopa Minerals trust account since 2015, this could the case is sub judice”, said Pooe. so far by the mining company and not accounted be around R40 million. “The Mogopa Minerals are not doing justice to for. A reliable source within the community lead- the community of Mogopa, as they are mismanag- He added that three payments of R128 000, ers confirmed told that a case of fraud, corruption Blue Gum Diamonds mine representative, who R116 000 and R116 000 for December, January and and racketeering against Mogopa Trust and trustees declined to be named, confirmed that the company was opened with the Hawks on Saturday morning. By Monk Nkomo RAMAPHOSA GETS Embattled President Cyril Ramaphosa was set SUPPORT TO FIGHT up and adverse findings made against him by BACK DAMNING the Section 89 independent panel, was based PHALA PHALA on a pathetic and false document which was FINDINGS submitted by former State Security director- BELEAGUERED: President Cyril Ramaphosa general, Arthur Fraser. FALSE: Some statements submitted to the debate on Tuesday amid calls from certain oppo- panel ‘pathetic, false and fraudulent’... sition party leaders and some ANC members for This is the view of forensic investigation Ramaphosa to resign, the Good Party, has come consultant, Paul O’Sullivan. Speaking during captain who abandons his ship in the middle of a He stressed that the break-in at the Phala Phala to his defence saying he should not be bullied by an interview with BizNews, he said he advised crisis.’’ We would have problems. I advised him Farm was by a person or persons who carefully hyenas who were baying for his blood. Ramaphosa through someone very close to the that we should weather this storm together and removed the putty from the windows, entered the President, not to resign following the damning re- get past this nonsense. I have seen no evidence of premises and stole the money. Questions should The Party said the panel did not find Ramapho- port over the Phala Phala Farm saga. crime against him. He should not shirk his respon- be asked where Fraser got the video that showed sa guilty of any offence. The President should not sibilities.’’ that incident. quit based on untested findings whose recommen- The panel, led by retired Chief Justice, Sandile dations, according to the panel itself, were based Ngcobo, found that there was a prima facie case O’Sullivan said those who were pushing for The forensic investigator also confirmed dur- on limited facts. against Ramaphosa in that he may have breached Ramaphosa to resign were a bunch of thieves ing the interview that he recently laid charges certain sections of the country’s Constitution. The from the Radical Economic Faction within the against Fraser who, he said, falsely implicated A Western Cape advocate has been quoted as National Assembly is scheduled to meet on Tues- ANC who dressed up their crimes as the RET fac- him in the Phala Phala Farm theft claiming that saying that large parts of the report were based on day to debate and make a decision on his fate. tion and who were aware that with Ramaphosa he (O’Sullivan), was involved in tracking down hearsay evidence with no witnesses summoned to at the helm, many of them were facing jail terms the suspects. He also opened a case against Fraser give a version of what had happened at the farm. The President, who had initially indicated that for corruption. He advised Ramaphosa not to quit for defeating the ends of justice. This related to the The panel relied on statements submitted by the he was ready to resign, changed his mind follow- because if he did that, he would not be able to unlawful release of former President Jacob Zuma complainants who included the ATM, EFF and ing intense consultations with his lawyers and al- send these thieves to jail. Referring to the arrest from jail on medical parole. He deliberately did UDM as well as responses from Ramaphosa. A lies who convinced him to challenge the findings of highly-placed officials on corruption charges so this when he knew that it was a criminal offence further and thorough probe could come to a differ- and recommendations of the panel in a court of far, O’Sullivan said the President had already got to do so, O’Sullivan said. ent conclusion. law. rid of ‘’ a lot of rubbish’’ in this country. With Parliament bracing itself for a heated Having now turned to the courts for relief, O’Sullivan labelled Fraser’s affidavits to the Ramaphosa’s fate would probably be determined panel as ‘’ absolute rubbish,’’ based on hearsay in the National Assembly on Tuesday on whether evidence and distributed to what he described as ‘’ he continues as President or not while awaiting the flexible journalists’’. Although he had not probed outcome of his application to set aside the find- the matter, it was his opinion that Ramaphosa had ings and recommendations of the Section 89 in- not committed any crime. He was not tried in a dependent panel. court of law to test the evidence and findings of the panel, O’Sullivan said. ‘’ That pathetic document put together by Arthur Fraser amounts to nothing but false and fraudulent evidence.’’ O’Sullivan believed that Ramaphosa did not commit any crime and that he was not found guilty of any criminal offence. ‘’ There was no trial and no audi alteram partem principle was applied’’. He advised Ramaphosa to resign if he believed he was guilty. Ramaphosa has always maintained his innocence and O’Sullivan said there would be chaos in the country if he quit. It would be like a

Friday 02 December 2022 NEWS 3WEEKLY SA MIRROR SPORTS FOOTWEAR GROUP LAUNCHES TRENDY STORE Sports Apparel Under Armour has has been opened by Apollo Brands (the of- sible advice to ensure that they are making ronment paying homage to the essence of launched its latest retail store – the third ficial distributors of Under Armour in South the correct choice of their needs”. grit, tenacity and strength. this year – in Johannesburg. Africa). Commenting on the store, Under Ar- mour SA managing director Darren Cooke He said the latest Under Armour Brand Over the years, Under Amour has ce- The new future-forward store, Brand says, “With the focused performer as a key House was an actualised example of the mented its position as a leader in the sport House City Concept, is located at the Zone target consumer, it’s important that when group’s commitment to being best-in-class. performance market, dedicated to helping in the popular Rosebank precinct. The store they are investing in products to support It was also part of the group’s strategy to athletes, both pro and amateur, to con- features 109 sqm of retail space and deliv- their performance, they get the best pos- continuously adapt their brand’s touch- tinuously assess and improve their perfor- ers a fully immersive brand experience, and points to meet consumer needs in an envi- mance. By Ali Mphaki SLAYING THE Task Teams that resulted in the Small Business Enabling Act which brought about Government He just wants to be called David even though GOLIATH OF agencies NSBC (National Small Business Council) circumstances surrounding how he earned the POVERTY Ntsika and Khula. tag are both hilarious and historically painful. When a white superintendent could not pro- PEOPLE’S SERVANT: David Moshapalo’s As a member of the Executive Committee of nounce his full names - Mandlenkosi Mphikeleli rise from humble beginnings to a string of Business South Africa (BSA), he facilitated Black Sithole/Makhanya - in that moment of tension a top business leadership roles, including Management Forum’s (BMF) participation in Ned- neighbour advised his granny to use the name Gautrain boss, has been nothing short of lac for the Employment Equity Act debates. David which would be easy for the official. phenomenal and inspiring... He is also the Chief Executive Officer of Liquor The granny grudgingly obliged and told the COMPELLING: Call Me David comes highly recom- COMRADES IN ARMS; Entrepreneur extraordi- Holdings (Pty) Ltd CEO Kumnandi leisure and liq- super that his name was David. At the stroke of a mended for your Christman read naire David Moshapalo, right, with his long- uor holdings (PTY) Ltd and a director of Withmore pen all his exotic isiZulu names were permanently time business associate Xolani Qubeka, both Investments (PTY) Ltd (formerly Phetogo), a BEE obliterated and replaced with an English name; He an epitome of hard work, dedication and more Shareholder of KWV (Pty) Ltd. had gone in as Mandlenkosi, but came out as David than anything else - GUTS. - an all too familiar tale for blacks living under the This also includede Strategic Partners Group draconian apartheid laws those years ago. (Pty) Ltd; Kumnandi Leisure and Liquor Holdings (Pty) Ltd; Withmore Investments (Pty) Ltd (for- As if it were not enough, he is said to have been merly Phetogo); Bombela Concession Company born on two separate dates - in 1955 and 1956 - (Pty) Ltd, Bombela Turnkey Contractor Joint Ven- a living example of the perennial errors from the ture (Pty) Ltd; Isithimela Rail Services (Pty) Ltd home affairs office - dating back in apartheid times. (Gautrain); Gauteng Tourism Authority. #gautrain #bombela spg.za.com What compilers of the Guinness Book of Re- cords would also find interesting is that per capita It is the tributes that appear in the book, from Moshapalo holds more surnames than most of us colleagues and friends, however, that lays bare the mere mortals - four in all. real David Moshapalo for the world to see. For all he cares he could have ended up as As if in unison all the tributes agree Moshapalo Sithole. Or Makhanya. You may even add Zwane. may have crafted a career and some opportuni- Such was the eventful and convulated upbring- ties may have come his way, but these would have ing of David Moshapalo, the man who we today come because of his quest to uplift others. know as the executive deputy chairman of Strategic Partners Group (Pty) Ltd, the BEE Partner of the As Saul Gumede writes: “..he has Ubuntu and Bombela Consortium for the Gautrain Project, in is community driven. his autobiography Call Me David; A life of Service. He has done so many things for so many people The Sophiatown-born businessman who grew his orientation has always been the emancipation of up in Meadowlands, Soweto, otherwise known as black people in general rather than hiw own indi- Ndofaya - his family victims of forced removals - vidual interests only”. takes the reader on a journey of his life of adversity, challenge, strife, pitfalls, oppportunity and positive Indeed, it is the likes of Mashapalo that can outcomes in what is an easy flowing read. make an interesting case study for business schools. An epitome of a typical Soweto guy - streetwise, The major takeout for the reader is how fast talking like the Gautrain en route to OR Tam- Moshapalo, devoid of any Harvard degrees or bo, fair and ethical, in this world of fakes he comes flashy qualifications, could reach such lofty heights out as a breath of fresh air. within a reasonably short time. Solutions driven and very strategic in his busi- His CV has the knack to make one form a lump ness approach, Moshapalo’s book is a definite in the throat. Apart from being the Chairman of must-read for all those looking for a business role Isithimela Rail Services (Pty) Ltd (Gautrain), he is model who did not succumb to his obstacles and one of the founding members of Fabcos (Founda- made it despite all odds. tion for African Business and Consumer Service) established in 1988. When Weekly SA Mirror spoke to the business- man/author the other day, judging from the myriad As the Liquor Forum Leader he helped to for- businees concepts and strategies playing out in mulate the special liquor licence for the shebeens his ever-active mind, it was apparent his empow- in South Africa. erment train is still on course and not about to be derailed any time soon. In fact, he wants everybody He participated in the various Government on board. Watch this space, he says

4 WEEKLY SA MIRROR NEWS Friday 02 December 2022 WORLD CUP HOST SLATED AFTER DEATHS CONFIRMED OUTRAGE: Calls for families of dead migrant workers to be compensated after Qatar admits between 400 and 500 died during preparations... By WSAM Correspondent workers involved in the preparation of the World Migrant workers endangering their lives to build stadiums in Qatar This week’s admission by Hassan al-Thawadi, Cup infrastructure include, not just those who built secretary general of Qatar’s Supreme Commit- stadiums, and form less than two percent of the for families of deceased workers whose deaths are Steve Cockburn was quoted as saying: “Over the tee for Delivery and Legacy, that there had been migrant workforce in Qatar, but also workers who classified as ‘natural causes’ without proper inves- last decade, thousands of workers have returned “between 400 and 500” migrant worker deaths” built hotels, metro, airport, and other infrastructure tigation. home in coffins, with no explanation given to their during World Cup preparations, have attracted related to the 2022 FIFA World Cup”. loved ones. a new round of criticism. Consequently, it said, many families were cur- The watchdog body said Qatar authorities had rently ineligible to request compensation from em- “Qatar’s extreme heat and gruelling work- Responding to a question during a British tel- failed to conduct meaningful investigations into a ployers which they could only do if it is classified ing conditions are likely to have contributed to evision interview, Al-Thawadi confirmed the death large percentage of them, classifying many as un- as work-related deaths. Research had shown that hundreds of these deaths, but without full inves- toll as having occurred “in the last 12 years from explained or being due to natural causes. FIFA and Qatar had failed to sufficiently protect tigations the true scale of lives lost can never be any construction related … to the World Cup.” workers from extreme heat, and this failure has known.” Under pressure from international unions, “Indeed, Al-Thawadi’s comment that a precise greatly increased risks to migrant worker’s safety, Qatar has undertaken reforms that have reportedly This contrasted with earlier figures provided by death figure is ‘something that is being discussed’ according to the HRW. been praised. It has reportedly dismantled its ‘kaf- Qatar authorities, who have long contended there unintentionally admits what critics have claimed: ala’ labour system which gave employers powerful were only “three work-related deaths and 37 non- that Qatari authorities actually maintain large The organisation said the only way FIFA and rights over whether workers could leave their jobs work-related deaths” at stadiums, which Al-Tha- amount of data on worker deaths and other abuses Qatar could partially address this legacy of death or even the country. wadi reiterated earlier in the same interview. but don’t want to publicly reveal these figures due and shame was to compensate families of deceased to the outrage they would likely create. Qatar’s own workers and workers who faced serious abuses. It has also introduced a minimum wage of The Human Rights Watch (HRW) seemingly statistics show that 15,021 non-nationals died be- 1,000 riyals (R4 564) and restricted hours in which felt vindicated by the admission, accusing the Qa- tween 2010 and 2019, but without a breakdown of Al-Thawadi’s comments also drew new con- workers can go out in extreme heat. tar authorities of apathy towards migrant worker ages, occupations, and causes,” the HRW said. demnation from Amnesty International, whose deaths again, as it has done in recent weeks. The organisation said Qatar – through the acknowl- It said Al-Thawadi’s statement that ‘one death edgment – “inadvertently admits the obvious, that is too many’ also rang hollow, adding that Qatari had rejected a widely supported compensation fund By Thuli Zungu ‘GIVE HIV ANOTHER NAME The Ohhh! Foundation, through its Youth TO BREAK STIGMA’ against AIDS initiative, has called on the World Health Organisation (WHO) to change LIVING: A total 38,4 million people throughout the name, HIV, to break the stigma of the dis- ease in a bid to save lives. the world are living with HIV Speaking on World AIDS Day this week, the vantage of these advancements. understanding of the virus has advanced to the Bongiwe Ndlovu organisation released an open letter to WHO Di- S h e says 210 000 South Africans were diag- point that it is possible to end the epidemic by to take place. rector-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreye- 2030’’. sus asking him to officially rename HIV. nosed with HIV in 2021 alone. “These numbers “Then from there as we advocate and lobby are too high, and it is the stigma that limits our Ndlovu says Generation Z, the generation that for the name change at top level, we will represent Bongiwe Ndlovu, Project Leader from the progress.’’ inherited this epidemic could be the generation to people who are willing to rethink, rebrand and re- health focused, non-profit organisation, Ohhh! end it. It is time to end the stigma, she says. name HIV. Foundation, says to end the epidemic, there was a Stigma, Ndlovu adds, hinders care and pre- Why does HIV need to be renamed? need to change how the world viewed HIV. vention. She believes that it is time to change the “For too many, HIVmeans stigma. These way the world sees HIV. Ndlovu says with their Ndlovu says renaming HIV may sound crazy. three letters carry more than four decades of “When we change the way we speak, we “Update HIV” campaign, Youth Against AIDS, an But if you were one of the 38 million people liv- shame, prejudice and false beliefs. Update HIV is change the way we think. The term HIV is lethal. initiative of the Ohhh! Foundation, they hope to ing with the stigma attached to HIV today, you a global health campaign to fight HIV stigma by The virus is now more of a chronic disease. strike a new path in the fight against HIV by fight- too would want the world to take a fresh look at challenging the conversation around the virus’’. ing the stigma around it. the virus. She says years of research have trans- “A new name would help the world see HIV formed HIV into a fully preventable and treatable It was time for the world to know HIV is no as it is today: a global challenge that science, to- Ndlovu says since the discovery of the virus condition. The most significant barriers to ending longer a death sentence. Ndlovu urged the world gether with society, can overcome. in the 1980s, Southern Africa remains one of the the HIV epidemic are not medical but social, cul- citizens to join the campaign to change the name regions with the highest HIV prevalence in the tural and mental. and end the stigma. “A new name could help us look to the future, world. In the past decades, HIV campaigns have not the past. When we change the way we speak, taken a back seat to vaccination drives and Cov- “To overcome them, we need to update our we change the way we think. id-19 while condom usage dropped. approach. We need to rename HIV. Update HIV is a global health campaign to fight HIV stigma “That is why we have written an open let- “This is why we believe that it is crucial that by challenging the conversation around the virus. ter to the Director General of the World Health we continue to fight HIV now. HIV infections are HIV is no longer a death sentence. It is time for Organization Dr. Ghebreyesus, and world lead- fully preventable. Yet last year, 1.5 million peo- the world to know. If we change the name, we can ers , asking for their adoption and support of this ple became infected. It is not medicine holding end the stigma forever. campaign so we can work together to end the HIV us back – we need to update our approach to this epidemic. Let us change the name.’’ epidemic. Ndlovu says a new name could help us look to the future, not the past. How people can get in- Ndlovu says globally, 38.4 million people In 2021, about 38 million people were living volved in the renaming process ? She says it starts were living with HIV . In 2021, approximately, with HIV and an estimated 650,000 people were with you. How do you speak and think about HIV. 7.5 million of these people were living with HIV lost to AIDS-related deaths. in South Africa. In 2021, a total 210 000 people in “That is where the biggest change needs to South Africa were diagnosed with HIV. “Today’s youth will inherit some of the great- start, and that is where the biggest change needs est global challenges humanity has ever faced. She says the irony is, thanks to years of re- The fear of HIV still remains, but our scientific search and medical advancements, HIV is now fully preventable and treatable. However, it is the stigma around HIV that is hindering us from end- ing the pandemic, Ndlovu says. Every year, on 1 December, the whole world shines a spotlight and dons a red ribbon for HIV and AIDS awareness. Approximately 40 million people have died from HIV since the discovery of the pandemic in the 1980s. Ndlovu, says despite the advance- ments made regarding treatment and prevention options, numerous people are still not taking ad-

Friday 02 December 2022 NEWS 5WEEKLY SA MIRROR Dessert. Janisha Parbhoo (The Twelve DESSERT Lancewood Yoghurt & White Choc- Main. Glynis Kühn (Ellerman House) Karoo Apostles Hotel & Spa) Lancewood Dessert olate | LemonGold® Soufflé Cheesecake | Lamb Rio Largo Lemon Olive Oil Ice Cream 2022 INTER-HOTEL CHALLENGE WINNERS ANNOUNCED Mark Abrahams (Southern Sun A Team) The winners in the 2022 Distell Inter- bars across the country. Hotel Challenge, a nationwide drive Some of the winners will be taking off to transfer skills and create career opportunities for talented and committed to Ireland, France and the US to take up young people in the country’s hospitality their international mentorship as part of industry, were announced yesterday. their prizes. Southern Sun group staff dominated the awards, accounting for 14 of the The inter-hotel competition, now on its top spots across all the competition 10th year, has been focusing on training categories featuring employees from participants in such areas as wine various hotels, lodges, restaurants and service, food and wine pairing, mixology, cheffing, baking, barista, kitchen and concierge skills. TAJ CAPE TOWN TEAM Gary Gordon, Pieter Bekker, Reinard Gerber, Jade Arries, Mark Wer- nich, Keshan Rambaran Elmar Schreiner (The President Hotel) Barista Jeighman Zarira (Mount Nelson, A Joep Schoof (Director of Operations VALOR Hospitality) and Chief Judge Hugh Von Zahn Concierge Belmond Hotel, Cape Town) with Senzo Mlambo (54 on Bath, Suuthern Sun Gauteng Team) WP Barista Nomfundo Mbuyiseli (The Vine- Sibongile Majola (Southern Sun Elangeni Baker Siphelele Mgoloza (Mount Nelson, A CWA Hazell Mutungura CWA (Ivory Manor yard) & Maharani) Wine Steward Belmond Hotel, Cape Town) Boutique Hotel) Sandy Harper (CWM)

6 WEEKLY SA MIRROR SKILLS Friday 02 December 2022 By Thuli Zungu YOUTH that empowers them to move forward. Thousands of young South Africans leave DEVELOPMENT “Because we can, we must” is the guiding school and enter unsafe neighbourhoods and CAMPUS LAUNCHED homes with no adult supervision every day. TO BREAK POVERTY ethos behind everything we do, so being able to This, when combined with the youth unem- CYCLE IN SOWETO partner with Safe-Hub and help them provide a ployment rate that sits above 60%, can leave safe haven where the youth has unlimited access people stuck in cycles of poverty. CRUCIAL: Access to fast, free and reliable to the internet aligns well to our values’’, says internet is crucial to building a bright future Kwong. Lerato Rantsane, Regional Operations Man- ager for Safe-Hub, says since opening their Jabu- where young people who want to start a business nectivity. She says through this partnership they can lani, Soweto premises last September, Safe-Hub, can apply and, if they are chosen, SafeHub will “We want to ensure that we provide diverse, provide a space where they can share, connect and a groundbreaking youth development campus, has help provide them with all the basics needed to get learn together. helped 5000 people per month to break that cycle. their business off the ground. holistic support to participants from cradle to ca- reer. Kwong says on average, South Africa’s data One of the ways Safe-Hub is helping uplift “We wanted to create something that would costs are notoriously high, with a gigabyte of data and empower the community is by helping devel- help as many people break the grip of poverty as Through all our different initiatives, we be- sometimes costing more than 50% than it does in op its young entrepreneurs, says Rantsane. possible and give them a space where they can lieve we are helping South Africans realise the the UK. find and create opportunities for themselves.” limitless potential we know they have,” Rantsane “We run a business incubation programme says. Access to fast, free and reliable internet is cru- where young people who want to start a business She says to help Jabulani residents unlock cial to helping people find ways to build brighter can apply and, if they are chosen, Safe-Hub will these opportunities, Safe-Hub has joined forces Taylor Kwong, CSI Manager at Vuma, says futures for themselves. help provide them with all the basics needed to get with Vuma to give community members access to they believe in a world where everyone is con- their business off the ground.” free, fast (1Gbps), and world-class internet con- nected and are excited that people across Soweto Kwong says community development does can have access to information and knowledge not stop at connectivity and business incubators. Walter Mohlabane and Buhle Makhubo have Safe-Hub runs a variety of programmes and initia- begun pursuing their entrepreneurial dreams tives that include: thanks to this programme. Mohlabane runs a cof- · Homework support programmes fee shop on the premises and Safe-Hub’s support · Women’s health Wednesdays, a day when so- has allowed him to sharpen his skills as a barista and a business owner. cial workers come to the space to help counsel community members for depression and anxi- In Makhubo’s case, Safe-Hub gave her the ety; equipment, space, security and marketing she · Child minding services run by a young entre- needed to turn her passion for fashion into a busi- preneur; ness. Makhubo is a nail technician, stylist, and · Opportunity Monday where participants come make-up artist. together to share reliable information about various work or study opportunities using the “This opportunity has made a massive differ- Make Your Play curriculum. ence in my life. I have managed to improve my · This programme also empowers young peo- skills and study further,” says Makhubo. She says ple to share practical skills and helps them the better she has become, the more opportunities become employable young adults who con- she has achieved. “Now it is time to help train and tribute positively to society. mentor others like me.” · The Edufootball programme, Safe-Hub’s cen- tral syllabus which uses age-specific, struc- Rantsane says Safe-Hub was built with the tured play and sport activities to develop ac- specific and unique needs of this community and tive youth with positive attitudes and a good its young people in mind. quality of life. They run a business incubation programme MATRIC STUDENT’S DREAM COMES TRUE - THANKS TO RADIO STATION BURSARY: She was also offered a lucrative bursary to pursue her career as a chef By WSAM Reporter Fortunately, there was an angel listening who career path as a chef. During the “Earn while you ployed. It is our mission to educate, empower and Local KZN radio station ECR is renowned for leapt at the opportunity to help. Managing Direc- Learn” Traineeship programme, trainees are placed employ. Therefore, we offer nationally accredited its “Big Favour”, a weekly collaboration be- tor of the International Hotel School, Laurica Kok, in leading hospitality establishments where they and internationally recognised qualifications and tween the station, its listeners and someone in came forward and offered Shaylene a full bursary are employed full-time. Students gain practical ex- programmes. need of a favour. DJ, Carol Ofori, recently heard for their one - year National Certificate in Profes- perience in a working environment, earn a monthly of a young student, Shaylene Fortein who lives sional Cooking Traineeship Programme. The pro- stipend and complete their studies through the In- “We focus on high-quality, relevant education in Mayville with her grandmother and who sad- gramme is valued at R55 000 and included in the ternational Hotel School online learning platform, and training that prepares our students for their ly would not be able to attend her matric dance bursary is a study pack with all the necessary uni- supported by tutorials and facilitators who conduct future. On completion of their programme, our due to financial constraints. forms, textbooks, knife kit and required apparel. visits to the workplace. There are a number of posi- students are job ready and employable and our in- tions within hotels and restaurants ready for train- house placement agency (Beyond Grad) ensures Saddened at the prospect of Shaylene missing Laurica explains why they felt so moved to ees and it is a great opportunity for anyone wanting that no student is left behind in their quest to be- out on the celebration which every learner looks jump on board. to join the exciting world of culinary arts or hos- come gainfully employed. We cannot wait to see forward to at the end of their school career, fairy pitality. Shaylene bloom as a chef and are proud to be a part godmother, Carol, intervened and waved her magic “Nelson Mandela said that education is the of her culinary journey.” wand. most powerful weapon you can use to change the Says Laurica: “We focus primarily on provid- world and while we know we cannot help every- ing quality education for occupations that are in As the programme will be delivered via online And together with the help of generous spon- one, we can help someone. And today, that some- demand in the economy, thereby ensuring that eve- learning, Shaylene will require a computer with in- sors, everything has been possible to make Shay- one was Shaylene!” ry graduate has an excellent chance of being em- ternet access. If any sponsors are willing to assist, lene’s matric dance dream a reality. After chatting with Shaylene about the dance and what they were There was huge excitement in the studio when they can contact East Coast Radio. planning for her magical evening, Carol also learnt Laurica arrived to share the happy news of the fully of her( Shaylene) dream to become a chef, which sponsored bursary. Shaylene was understandably she could not pursue due to lack of finances. overwhelmed with gratitude and promised to work hard to achieve her qualification at the conclusion Carol realised that as important as it was to en- of the traineeship programme and to make the In- sure that Shaylene attended her dance, it was even ternational Hotel School proud. more essential for her to be able to follow her cu- linary dreams. The programme provides students with rel- evant theory, skills and unrivalled practical work experience, ideal for those wishing to follow a

Friday 02 December 2022 PERSONAL FINANCE/BUSINESS 7WEEKLY SA MIRROR MULTICHOICE DRIVES By Isaac Moledi with these development objectives, says Mawela. A MAJOR INITIATIVE Many small businesses in Africa’s technology The MultiChoice Africa Accelerator Pro- TO BOOST ENERGY sector NOW have the chance to benefit from the ENTREPRENEURS IN 2023 multimillion-dollar MultiChoice Africa Ac- gramme is an initiative of the MultiChoice Innova- celerator Programme which provides the skills tion Fund, in collaboration with Dubai-based busi- AFRICA and opportunities needed to attract transforma- ness incubator, Companies Creating Change (C3), tive business funding on the African continent. which gives entrepreneurs access to the tools, skills ATTRACT: the aim is to establish businesses and financial support to grow their business. Following the success of the company’s Ac- looking to scale up by attracting investments celerator programme, which secured 16 million MultiChoice has also partnered with EOH, a US dollars of funding for six emerging businesses tech services company which will bring their ex- last year, the programme has been expanded to pertise to the table especially in terms of tech ad- eight more countries across Africa, MultiChoice visory, development sprint and technical support. announced in a statement this week. “We are re- ally excited to be expanding the MultiChoice Af- The first phase of the MultiChoice Africa Ac- rica Accelerator Programme to more African coun- celerator Programme sees public and private-sector tries,” says Calvo Mawela, MultiChoice Group partners in each country nominating businesses or CEO when he was announcing the 2023 launch. entrepreneurs for the programme. From there, 29 of the start-ups embark on an intensive virtual training “It is part of our long-term commitment to course. growing and multiplying Africa’s technology po- tential which is critical to our future growth.” The initiative is aimed at established business- es that are already operating and looking to scale up The MultiChoice Africa Accelerator Pro- by attracting further investment. gramme, which kicked off during Global Entre- preneurship Week, is aimed at established start-ups “Start-up founders get to learn everything from and small enterprises in specific technology sectors how to properly research your business sector and that includes healthtech, agritech, fintech, edutech, your market, to how to create a niche for your busi- the circular economy and the creative industries. ness,” says Boitumelo Monageng, of Swypa, one of last year’s finalists. “During the workshops we “There is such incredible business talent across were encouraged to dig deeper and I realised that Africa,” says Mawela, adding that MultiChoice we have the potential to compete on a much larger Africa Accelerator is an opportunity for investors scale.” and small enterprise to collaborate to multiply the impact of this talent and scale it across Africa. The virtual training course takes place over several weeks, teaching start-up owners about me- Having started in South Africa in 2021, the dia skills, how best to market their businesses to MultiChoice Africa Accelerator is expanding to investors, how to create attractive business plans Ivory Coast, Senegal, Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya, and to know what investors are looking for. Zambia, Angola and Ethiopia. The initiative equips emerging entrepreneurs to secure funding and scale Later, the entrepreneurs will come together at a up their businesses and also provides opportunities finals event, where 11 start-ups will be selected for to pitch to international investors. the final pitch phase. They will attend a dedicated C3 boot camp to learn how to shape their story for African Development Bank President, Dr Ak- international investors and to get “pitch ready” be- inwumi Adesina has previously noted that, “the fore their big presentations. private sector is Africa’s growth accelerator”, and several African nations have backed small-business “We believe SMEs in the technology, sustain- development as part of their economic strategy. ability and creative sectors will be fundamental to the next phase of Africa’s growth,” says Mawela. The MultiChoice Africa Accelerator dovetails “The MultiChoice Africa Accelerator is geared to finding the most promising start-ups and em- powering them to play this critical role.’’ BUSINESS: Briefs By Isaac Moledi CONSUMERS Consumers are approaching what many of re- BRACE FOR HECTIC PAY INCREASES ON THE CARDS gard as the most expensive time of the year. FOR EMPLOYEES The period include year-end festivities in their FESTIVE SEASON different forms, end-of-year office parties and FEVER SHOPPING Most employers in South Africa plan to give their staff Christmas and New Year celebrations which an average annual pay rise of 5.5% in 2022, research by are followed by a new school and university SPREE Willis Towers Watson revealed this week. This is an im- year, increased medical aid premiums as well provement on the 4.7% average increase paid this year as the beginning of the year escalating cost of BONUS: Employees warned to save and spend and, with inflation forecast at 4.2% to 4.5% in 2022, living. their year-end bonuses wisely the report says this gives a real terms rise of up to one percent. This comes as the proportion of businesses ex- Fortunately for many employees, this period out the year.” So, if you are wondering what a work environment which no employer wants. pecting to freeze pay altogether is set to fall from 12% also coincides with a year-end bonus which can performance bonus is, Austin says it is a type of While this may not be a disadvantage en- this year to 5% in 2022, the research says. Melanie be a financial lifeline for many consumers, es- compensation paid to an eligible employee, in ad- Trollip, Director of Talent and Reward at Willis Towers pecially at this time where many would be faced dition to their regular salary. It is paid in recog- tirely, Austin says offering bonuses may result Watson South Africa, said: “Businesses are navigating with insurmountable financial distress. nition of exceptional work-related performance in employees who are dissatisfied with their jobs a tentative recovery from the pandemic and it is encour- such as working well in a team, going above and and want to jump ship, postponing their resigna- aging that many are planning to offer more generous Many employees will be looking forward to beyond to satisfy clients or achieving predeter- tion until after they have received their year-end pay rises. The thaw in pay freezes will be welcomed receiving end-of-year bonuses from their em- mined goals and targets. However, Austin says it bonus, which can be costly for employers. and many people can expect next year’s pay rise to be ployers as a way of rewarding them for the work is important to note that this bonus is only award- an improvement on this year.” they have put into their companies throughout the ed for performance that exceeds expectations, af- In conclusion, Austin believes that bonuses year. ter a thorough evaluation by an employer. are an excellent way to reward employees for a Average pay rises in 2022 are set to be higher in successful year. However, she says that employ- the medical technology (7.1% rise), at least 6,1 % in the It is certain that the majority of employers “Keep in mind that performance bonuses are ers should not overlook the fact that bonuses do pharmaceutical sector and 6% in the consumer product would like to reward their employees for their not guaranteed,” Austin warns. An employee is result in increased company expenses. It is there- sector. Workers in business consulting could get up to contributions to the success of their businesses. not necessarily entitled to receive a bonus unless fore recommended to plan ahead and provide for 3.7%, energy and natural resources 4.1% and construc- And, of course, as an employee, you would be stated otherwise in their offer letter, employment the end - of-year bonuses on a monthly basis. tion 4.2%. - WSAM Business Reporter. ecstatic to receive a bonus. contract or another legal document. So, for those who are expecting to get extra CYBER CRIME AFFECTING BUSI- For many of them, receiving extra compen- “Despite the fact that some companies be- cash in the form of a bonus this year, know that NESSES sation is always a plus, especially as the holiday lieve that bonuses are a good way to show appre- it can be tempting to think about everything you season approaches and a number of South Afri- ciation and boost productivity, others do not see it want to buy. Before that direct deposit hits your Shifts in how people work and where they work fol- can employers plan to give their employees an that way. As much as offering bonuses may have account, take some time to consider how you lowing Covid- 19 pandemic have left many employees average of 5.5% pay increase this year, according positive outcomes, there are also disadvantages want to use it. It is your money and you have and organisations vulnerable to new and emerging cy- to a Willis Watson Towers study. As employees, that I think every employer should be aware of.” worked very hard for it. Think about how it can ber risks. PwC’s newly launched Digital Trust Insights a little appreciation goes a long way, and offering best serve you and your goals in both the short 2023: A South African Perspective report, reveals bonuses is believed to be one way to help boost According to Austin, bonuses tend to mo- and the long term. that several organisations across South Africa and the employee morale, improve productivity and mo- tivate employees for a short period of time, re- continent at large, listed cyber criminals, hackers and tivate employees to work harder and meet specific sulting in increased productivity. The surge in Financial advisers provide the following ad- their competitors as the top three factors affecting their goals or KPIs. This is one of the primary reasons productivity may, however, decrease after that vice to ensure that your bonus goes an extra mile: organisations. The perspective report says these senti- why most employers pay performance bonuses to period. In addition, bonuses may have the unin- 1. Do not give in to temptation; ments are shared with thousands of executives at or- their employees although other companies do not tended consequence of encouraging unhealthy 2. Pay off your debt; ganisations globally. offer bonuses at all. competition rather than cooperation among em- 3. Set up an emergency fund ployees. This, says Austin, could result in a toxic 4. Invest for your future “Cybersecurity has become a highly sophisticated But what do we mean when we talk about the 5. Reward yourself. and dynamic which requires businesses to rapidly ad- performance bonus or a year-end bonus and how just and improve their cybersecurity defences in order should we spend this extra cash? Some finan- to detect and prevent cyber criminals from compromis- cial experts define a year-end bonus (sometimes ing their organisations. This is clearly indicated in the called a “Christmas bonus”) as a boost in salary survey results of our latest Digital Trust Insights survey or other rewards paid or given to employees at the where we see opportunities for business executives and end of the year. cybersecurity professionals to stress that more work is required to protect their organisations from cyber- Many of the year-end bonuses, which are crime,” says Hamil Bhoora, PwC Africa’s Cybersecu- usually made up of lump-sum payments, are tied rity Competency Leader. to performance metrics and the amount can vary depending on whether certain milestones are met. The survey, which was conducted globally by PwC, encompasses the results of over 3,500 business, Finance Specialist and Leadership Profes- security and IT leaders in various industries across sional, Michelle Austin, says after a successful more than 60 territories. Of these, 134 organisations year, rewarding employees with bonuses is a in Africa participated, with 68 being South African- great idea. “It serves as a way of rewarding em- owned organisations.- WSAM Business Reporter. ployees for the work they have put into the busi- ness throughout the year. However, employers should not overlook the fact that bonuses will increase a company’s expenses unless they are provided for through-

8 WEEKLY SA MIRROR OPINION/ANALYSIS Friday 02 December 2022 Comment THE PLEA TO BREAK THE COVID ‘RUPTURED’ HIV STIGMA SOCIAL SKILLS OF WORLD’S POOREST KIDS As the year ends and people around the world prepare to go on holiday and others are plan- LOCKDOWN: linked to the drop in social skills. two separate cohorts of Grade 1 and Grade 4 pupils. ning how to spend the festive season, a thought Primary school pupils Both studies were conducted by academics The first of these cohorts was from the pre-pandem- should be spared for the less unfortunate and were less confident ic year; the other from 2020/21. families of those who suffer and perished as a talking to others from the University of Cambridge (United King- result of the HIV-Aids pandemic. and found it harder dom) and Addis Ababa University in Ethiopia. The results suggest pupils made some academ- to make friends ic progress during the closures, but at a slower than World Aids Day was celebrated this week after the pandemic. Professor Pauline Rose, director of the Re- expected rate. The average foundational numeracy amid shocking statistics that 650 000 people Two interlinked search in Equitable Access and Learning (REAL) score of Grade 1 pupils in 2020/21 was 15 points were lost last year to Aids-related deaths. A studies, involving 8 Centre at the Faculty of Education, University of behind the 2018/19 cohort; by the end of the year total 38 million throughout the world were 000 primary pupils that gap had widened to 19 points. Similarly, Grade living with HIV, according to official figures altogether, indicate Social and emotional skills 4 students started 2020/21 10 points behind their released last year. About 7,5 million of these children lost at least should be an explicit predecessor cohort, and were 12 points adrift by the people were living in South Africa. Southern a third of a year in end. That difference amounted to roughly one third Africa remained one of the regions with the learning… goal of the curriculum of a year’s progress. Similar patterns emerged from highest HIV prevalence in the world. and other guidance. the study of children’s numeracy scores before and By WSAM Correspondent after the closures. The ever increasing number of infections Schools may also want followed the drop in the usage of condoms and School closures during the COVID-19 pandemic to think about Poorer children, and those from rural back- the fear to speak out by most of those infected, have “severely ruptured” the social and emo- grounds, consistently performed worse academi- according to the health-focused, non-profit tional development of some of the world’s poor- after-school clubs, cally. Dropout rates revealed similar issues: of the 2 organisation, Ohhh Foundation. They have est children, as well as their academic progress, safe spaces for girls, 700 children assessed in 2019 and 2021, more than now called on the World Health Organization new evidence shows. one in 10 (11.3%) dropped out of school during the (WHO) to change the name HIV to a more and ensuring that closures. These were disproportionately girls, or acceptable term to help break the stigma and In a study of over 2 000 primary school pupils primary-age children lower-achieving pupils, who tended to be from less save the lives of those who feared to disclose in Ethiopia, researchers found that key aspects of stay with the same group wealthy or rural families. All pupils’ social skills their status. They have since written a letter to children’s social and emotional development, such of friends during the day. declined during the closure period, regardless of WHO Director-General, Dr. Tedros Adhanom as their ability to make friends, not only stalled dur- Initiatives like these will go gender or location. Fewer children agreed in 2021 Ghebreyesus and other world leaders request- ing the school closures, but probably deteriorated. with statements such as “Other people like me” or ing the name change to help end the pandemic. some way towards “I make friends easily”. The decline in positive re- A new name, they argue, would help the world Children who, prior to the pandemic, felt confi- rebuilding the pro-social sponses differed by demographic, and was sharp- to see HIV as a global challenge that can be dent talking to others or got on well with peers were skills the pandemic has est among those from rural settings. This may be overcome. less likely to do so by 2021. Those who were al- because children from remote parts of the country ready disadvantaged educationally – girls, the very eroded experienced greater isolation during lockdown. The concern raised by the Foundation is poorest, and those from rural areas – seem to have that the stigma around HIV was hindering been particularly badly affected. Cambridge, said: “COVID is having a long-term The most striking evidence of a rupture in them from ending the pandemic. Communi- impact on children everywhere, but especially in socio-emotional development was the lack of a ties around the world should adapt and learn to Both this research and a second, linked study of lower-income countries. Education aid and govern- predictive association between the 2019 and 2021 live with people suffering from AIDS. Shun- around 6 000 grade 1 and 4 primary school children, ment funding must focus on supporting both the results. Pupils who felt confident talking to oth- ning them will only worsen their condition and also found evidence of slowed academic progress. academic and socio-emotional recovery of the most ers before the pandemic, for example, had often drive them to seclusion and even death. People Children lost the equivalent of at least one third of disadvantaged children first.” changed their minds two years later. living with HIV are also human beings who an academic year in learning during lockdown – an have the right to live. They should not be os- estimate researchers describe as “conservative”. Professor Tassew Woldehanna, president of Ad- Researchers suggest that the negative impact tracised. Changing the name from HIV might This appears to have widened an already significant dis Ababa University, said: “These severe ruptures on social and emotional development may be break the stigma but it is the attitude in people attainment gap between disadvantaged pupils and to children’s developmental and learning trajecto- linked to the slowdown in academic attainment. that must change to help in the fight against the rest, and there is some evidence that this may be ries underline how much we need to think about Children who did better academically in 2021 this pandemic. the impact on social, and not just academic skills. tended to report stronger social skills. This associa- Catch-up education must address the two together.” tion is not necessarily causal, but there is evidence Although HIV infections can be fully pre- that academic attainment improves children’s self- ventable, a total 1,5 milllion worldwide people Both studies used data from the Research on confidence and esteem, and that prosocial behav- became infected last year. One of the main fac- Improving Systems of Education (RISE) pro- iours positively influence academic outcomes. It is tors that causes the spiralling numbers is that gramme in Ethiopia to compare primary education therefore possible that during the school closures HIV campaigns have now taken a backseat before the pandemic, in the academic year 2018/19, this potential reinforcement was reversed. to vaccination drives and Covid-19. Unless with the situation in 2020/21. something urgent is done to fight the virus, Both reports echoed previous research which today’s youths would end up inheriting the In the first study, researchers compared the nu- suggested that lower-income countries such as greatest global challenges humanity has ever meracy test scores of 2 700 Grade 4 pupils in June Ethiopia needed to invest in targeted programmes faced, according to the Foundation. 2019 with their scores shortly after they returned to for girls, those from rural backgrounds, and the school, in January 2021. They also measured drop- very poorest, if they were to prevent these chil- The WHO has been at the forefront of driv- out rates. In addition, pupils completed the Chil- dren from being left behind. Alongside in-school ing campaigns to fight HIV and AIDS but they dren’s Self Report Social Skills scale, which asked catch-up programmes, action might be required to need the support of governments throughout how much they agreed or disagreed with statements support those who are out of school. Ghana’s suc- the world to educate their communities to help such as “I feel confident talking to others”, “I make cessful Complementary Basic Education initiative those who were suffering from the disease and friends easily”, and “If I hurt someone, I say sorry”. provided one model. help eradicate the stigma. The second study measured relative progress In addition, the researchers have urged educa- Those people living with HIV should be during the pandemic using the numeracy scores of tion policy actors to integrate support for social encouraged to take their treatment religiously skills into both catch-up education and planning for and to never give up. With Christmas around future closures. “Social and emotional skills should the corner we urge communities around the be an explicit goal of the curriculum and other world to support and pray for them as we all guidance,” Rose said. “Schools may also want to count our blessings. think about after-school clubs, safe spaces for girls, and ensuring that primary-age children stay with v 060 936 2673 the same group of friends during the day. Initiatives like these will go some way towards rebuilding the [email protected] pro-social skills the pandemic has eroded.” Weekly SA Mirror is published by Weekly SA Mirror Pty Ltd. Correspondence to be directed to: PostNet Suite 230, Private Bag X 9, Melville 2109. Website: www.weeklysamirror.news Contact: 060 936 2673 Letters to be sent to: [email protected] MIRRORWEEKLY SA Insight to connect the dots... Weekly SA Mirror subscribes to the Press Code of Ethics and Conduct for South Af- rican Print and Online Media. 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Friday 02 December 2022 OPINION/ANALYSIS 9WEEKLY SA MIRROR BIDEN, MACRON ALLIES: Both French and United States leaders emphasise the CLOSE strength of their diplomatic and RANKS military alliance in facing Russia – as well as a rising China… By Agence France-Presse which Iran itself has subscribed to and is violating.” signature policy, the Inflation Reduction Act or olutionary War garb, met Macron outside the White United States President Joe Biden and French A growing dispute over US subsidies for the IRA, which is set to pour billions of dollars into House early Thursday. Artillery fired off a 21-gun President Emmanuel Macron emerged from environmentally friendly industries, with strong salute, sending puffs of white smoke into the clear, White House talks yesterday, pledging to close emerging green technology economy had threat- backing for US-based manufacturers. chilly December sky. ranks in helping Ukraine and pressuring Rus- ened to spoil Macron’s state visit -- the first formal sia’s Vladimir Putin to make peace. such occasion since Biden took office. European Union governments have been crying Standing on a red-carpeted podium with Ma- foul, threatening to launch a trade war by subsidiz- cron, Biden said “France is our oldest ally, our un- Following lengthy Oval Office talks they also However, both leaders signaled they have man- ing their own green economy sector. wavering partner in freedom’s cause.” signalled they’d calmed the waters on a burgeoning aged to defuse the row following their one hour and transatlantic trade dispute. 45 minute talks. Biden stressed that there would be “tweaks” so And Macron, referring to past wars where their that European companies were not unfairly treated. troops fought side by side, as well as today’s strug- Addressing a joint press conference on the sec- “We agreed to discuss practical steps to co- gle in Ukraine, said, “We need to become brothers ond day of Macron’s rare state visit to Washington, ordinate and align our approaches so that we can “We’re going to continue to create manufactur- in arms once more.” both leaders emphasised the strength of their dip- strengthen and secure the supply chains, manufac- ing jobs in America but not at the expense of Eu- lomatic and military alliance in facing Russia -- as turing and innovation on both sides of the Atlantic,” rope,” Biden said. The visit certainly symbolized how Washing- well as a rising China. Biden told their joint news conference. ton and Paris have buried last year’s bitter spat over A full military honour guard, including service the way Australia pulled out of a French submarine “We reaffirm that France and the United States “We agreed to resynchronize our approaches,” members from the marines, army, air force and deal in favour of acquiring US nuclear subs instead. together, with all our NATO allies and the Europe- echoed Macron. The issue revolves around Biden’s even a detachment of soldiers in 18th-century Rev- an Union and the G7, stand as strong as ever against However, Macron made clear from the moment Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine,” Biden said. CAMARADERIE: US President Joe Biden and his French counterpart Emmanuel Macron get their he hit the ground in Washington -- often using unu- heads together sually blunt language -- that he wanted to confront Condemning Russia’s “incredibly brutal” cam- Biden over the issue of trade. paign, Biden said France and the United States will “continue the support for the people of Ukraine.” The state visit was to climax late last night with the kind of banquet that has not been seen in the US And Biden said that he would be ready to meet capital since the Covid-19 pandemic shut down the with Putin but only “if he is looking for a way to capital’s typically busy schmoozing scene. end the war.” Grammy-award-winning American musician In a joint statement Biden and Macron under- Jon Batiste was to perform at the dinner, which lined “their steadfast resolve to hold Russia to ac- the White House said would kick off with butter- count for widely documented atrocities and war poached Maine lobster, paired with caviar, delicata crimes.” squash raviolo and tarragon sauce. On China, they said “the United States and The main course features beef and triple- France will continue to coordinate on our concerns cooked butter potatoes, before leading to the cheese regarding China’s challenge to the rules-based course of award-winning US brands, and finally or- international order, including respect for human ange chiffon cake, roasted pears with citrus sauce rights, and to work together with China on impor- and creme fraiche ice cream. tant global issues like climate change.” Washing all that down will be three different They also expressed “respect for the Iranian wines – all from US vineyards. – AFP people, in particular women and youth, who are bravely protesting to gain the freedom to exercise *This article was sourced through the Justice their human rights and fundamental freedoms, Info, an independent Swiss-based media outlet pub- lished in French and English covering justice initia- tives in countries dealing with serious violence

10 WEEKLY SA MIRROR FASHION/LIFESTYLE Friday 02 December 2022 By Mpumi Brown TAKING CARE OFSummer is generally linked with beach days, sun-kissed skin (without the burn) and lovely YOUR SKIN THIS long evenings enjoying good food and wine. Sad- SUMMER ly, not all of those things are good for your skin. Amanda du-Pont, founder of skincare line le- live says that in the summer, hot temperatures, high humidity, extended sun exposure and a change in diet could cause even normal skin to behave differ- ently. To make matters worse, taking a refreshing swim in the pool or just unwinding in a cool room further contributes to skin dryness. “Caring for your FLAWLESS: Changing one’s skincare regimeskin and changing your regime as we move through the seasons should be a priority.” through different seasons should be a priority… Du-Pont has five simple, practical, and efficient tips for maintaining flawless skin as summer pro- gresses. 1. 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A moisturiser like all the shade | marula tinted spf 30 (broad spectrum) moisturiser by lelive, can protect your skin while respecting the environment. This tinted spf 30 moisturiser is made from zinc oxide to shield the skin from harmful uv rays while plant-based ingredients like vitamin-e protect against free-radical damage. INNOVATIVE AND pharmacological or surgical approaches,” says FAST WAY TO Qiang, who specializes in obesity and adipocyte TREAT OBESITY biology. “We used cationic charge to rejuvenate healthy fat cells, a technique no one has ever used VISCERAL: Researchers find to treat obesity. I think this novel strategy will using nanomaterials to target flabby open the door to healthier and safer reduction of areas and inhibit unhealthy storage fat.” of lard… In these two studies, the researchers discov- By WSAM Correspondent pointed at the exact location. chronic inflammation associated with obesity. ered that the cationic material, P-G3, could do an There are two main kinds of fat: visceral fat, The team of researchers, led by Li Qiang, as- intriguing thing to fat cells--while it helped new Researchers have long been working on how to fat cell formation, it also uncoupled lipid storage treat obesity, a serious condition that can lead internal tissues that surround the stomach, liver, sociate professor of pathology and cell biology at from the housekeeping functions of fat cells. And to hypertension, diabetes, chronic inflamma- and intestines, and subcutaneous fat, found under CUIMC, and Kam Leong, Samuel Y. Sheng Pro- because it inhibits the unhealthy lipid storage of tion, and cardiovascular diseases. the skin anywhere in the body. Visceral fat pro- fessor of Biomedical Engineering and of systems enlarged fat cells, the mice had more metabolical- duces potbellies; subcutaneous fat can create chin biology at CUIMC, recognized that adipose tissue ly healthy, young, small fat cells like those found Studies have also revealed a strong correlation jowls, arm fat, etc. To date, there has been no way contains large amounts of negatively charged ex- in newborns and athletes. The researchers found of obesity and cancer, with recent data showing to specifically treat visceral adipose tissue. And tracellular matrix (ECM) to hold fat cells. They that this uncoupling function of P-G3 also holds that smoking, drinking alcohol, and obesity were current treatments for subcutaneous fat like lipo- thought that this negatively charged ECM net- true in human fat biopsies, signifying the potential the biggest contributors to cancer worldwide. suction are invasive and destructive. work might provide a highway system of sorts for of translation in humans. positively charged molecules. So they took a posi- The development of fat cells, which are pro- Two new studies from researchers at Colum- tively charged nanomaterial, PAMAM generation “With P-G3, fat cells can still be fat cells, duced from a tiny fibroblast-like progenitor, not bia Engineering and Columbia University Irving 3 (P-G3), and injected it into obese mice. The but they can’t grow up,” said Leong, a pioneer only activate the fat cells’ specific genes but also Medical Center (CUIMC) may have the answer P-G3 quickly spread throughout the tissue and the in using polycation to scavenge pathogens. “Our grow them by storing more lipids. In fact, lipid to targeting fat cells depot-specifically and health- team was excited that their method to specifically studies highlight an unexpected strategy to treat storage is the defining function of a fat cell. But ily. The papers demonstrate a new method to treat target visceral fat worked. visceral adiposity and suggest a new direction of the storage of too much lipid can make fat cells obesity by using cationic nanomaterials that can exploring cationic nanomaterials for treating met- unhealthy and lead to obesity. target specific areas of fat and inhibit the un- And then something intriguing happened: abolic diseases.” healthy storage of enlarged fat cells. The materi- P-G3 shut off the lipid storage program in fat The ability to target fat cells and safely un- als remodel fat rather than destroying it, as, for cells and the mice lost weight. This was totally Now that they can selectively target visceral couple unhealthy fat formation from healthy fat example, liposuction does. The first paper, pub- unexpected, given the well-established function fat, Leong and Qiang envision several applica- metabolism would be the answer to many peoples’ lished today by Nature Nanotechnology, focuses of P-G3 in neutralizing negatively charged patho- tions. The Biomaterials study demonstrates a prayers. A major challenge in obesity treatment is on visceral adiposity, or belly fat. The second pa- gens, such as DNA/RNA cell debris, to alleviate simple approach that could be used for aesthetic that fat tissue, which is not continuous in the body per, published online November 28 by Biomateri- inflammation. purposes; like Botox, P-G3 can be locally injected but is found piece by piece in “depots,” has been als, focuses on fat underneath the skin as well as into a specific, subcutaneous fat depot. The inves- difficult to target in a depot-specific manner, pin- “Our approach is unique--It departs from the tigators, who have patents pending, are now engi- neering P-G3 into various derivatives to improve the efficacy, safety, and depot specificity.What the researchers are particularly excited about is developing P-G3 into a platform that can deliver drugs and gene therapies specifically to a given fat depot. This may repurpose many drugs from systemic safety concerns, such as Thiazolidinedi- ones (TZDs), a potent but unsafe drug that is a strong modulator of fat and used to treat type 2 diabetes—but it has been linked to heart failure and banned in several countries. “We’re very excited to discover that cationic charge is the secret to targeting adipose tissue,” Qiang said. “Now we can shrink fat in a depot- specific manner--anywhere we want--and in a safe way without destroying fat cells. This is a major advance in treating obesity.”

Friday 02 December 2022 BOOK REVIEW 11WEEKLY SA MIRROR HOUSE OF Reissued for contemporary audiences, this edi- BONDAGE tion adds a chapter of unpublished work found in a RELAUNCHED recently resurfaced cache of negatives and re-con- textualizes this pivotal book for our time. HORRORS: Legendary lensman Ernest Cole photographed the underbelly of apartheid in the Cole, a black South African, photographed the 1950s and ’60s, often at great personal risk… underbelly of apartheid in the 1950s and ’60s, often at great personal risk. By jacob Mawela seum. A monochromatic self-portrait of photogra- November 29 marked the ‘resurrection’ of a First published in 1967, Ernest Cole’s House of He methodically captured the myriad forms of pher, Ernest Cole -circa 1967 seminal tome once deemed a thorn on the side of violence embedded in everyday life for the Black Ernest Cole House of Bondage - book cover apartheid – with the re-launching of late South Bondage has been lauded as one of the most sig- majority under the apartheid system—picturing its African photographer Ernest Cole’s hard-hit- nificant photobooks of the 20th century, revealing miners, its police, its hospitals, its schools. ting House of Bondage at the WITS Art Mu- the horrors of apartheid to the world for the first time and influencing generations of photographers In 1966, Cole fled South Africa and smuggled around the globe. out his negatives; House of Bondage was published the following year with his writings and first-per- Ernest Cole’s image of a youngman being stopped for a pass whilst a plainclothes White police- son account. This edition retains the powerful story man monitored the scene of the original while adding new perspectives on Cole’s life and the legacy of House of Bondage. It also features an added chapter—compiled and ti- tled “Black Ingenuity” by Cole—of never-before- seen photographs of Black creative expression and cultural activity taking place under apartheid. Made available again nearly 55 years later, House of Bondage, remains a visually powerful and politically incisive document of the apartheid era. Cole’s book showed from the vantage point of the oppressed how the system closely regulated and controlled the lives of the black majority. He saw every aspect of this oppression with a searching eye and a passionate heart. House of Bondage is a milestone in the history of documentary photography, even though it was immediately banned in South Africa. Not until the Apartheid Museum in Johannes- burg mounted enlarged pages of the book on its walls in 2001 were his people able to view these pictures, which are as powerful and provocative today as they were 50 years ago. Ernest Cole’s pho- tographs are important because they relieve the te- dium and go beyond precepts. Cole was born near Pretoria in 1940. Leaving school at 17 to become a photographer, he secured staff jobs and freelance assignments for newspa- pers and magazines for blacks—honing his skills with a correspondence course from the New York Institute of Photography. Inspired by Henri Cartier- Breton’s book The People of Moscow, in 1960 Cole embarked on a project to document the lives of his people, which resulted in House of Bondage. Cole died in exile in 1990 as the regime was collapsing, never knowing when his portrait of his homeland would finally find its way home. The newly-released hard cover is distributed in South Africa by Jonathan Ball Publishers and will be available at bookstores from December. It will retail for R1 475. NDARA BARES HER SOUL – FOR THE LAST TIME UNFILTERED: The feisty one retraces her dreams, hustles, struggles and diva tendencies which ruptured friend, colleague and foe along the way… By Amanda Ngudle broadcasting and acting careers. You try. It’s a battle she seems to be fighting Very rarely have I ever come across can imagine the dragons she has had to alone and one that has earned her even such a deliciously brutal and honestly slay during this undertaking. more resentment from her colleagues. written book. Through her tell-all, no-holds-barred encounters, Ndara When chips were down, as they The general agreement seems to be paints an insurmountable struggle to always seemed to be, she descended that the crumbs are better than nothing get the recognition she so rightfully through the dark canal of severe depres- and when she has rocked the boat by deserves. sion. She tells a funny tale of her failed asking for her worth, many have been suicide attempt so well you will be for- left aggrieved that her “diva tenden- From when her life started, it prom- given to have to remind yourself this is cies” have left them without holiday ised a fruitful livelihood. She was only not fiction. money, to which she asks rhetorically: three months old when she became the “Wouldn’t anyone else like to have face of a famous photography studio The meticulous planning of that exit money beyond the holidays?” in Umthatha back in the 70s. What involved the placing of change within followed was one-in-a-million oppor- reach for her son to be able to call peo- Then she implores the Department tunity, which her family grabbed with ple upon the discovery of her corpse. of Arts and Culture through an open both hands; they travelled and lived in Also, the corpse had to be presentable, letter, which is received with much Birmingham and later Scotland before and she made sure of this by taking a applause, but whose flame soon dies returning to SA in the 80s. shower before downing her concoction down when Minister Nathi Mthethwa of semi-death. pretends to be decisive about this state She had the world at her feet as a of affairs, only to turn his back on the news reader for Radio Transkei un- Ndara’s memory is shockingly pho- recommendations. It’s a great book. Too til political circumstances forced her tographic, and her writing is full of flair. bad the author says that will be the last to spread her wings to Johannesburg, She is patient in painting the blow-by- time she bears her heart and soul in a where the tale of her treacherous climb blow events, sometimes laughing at form of a book. Perhaps her other voca- was littered with a fine take of united herself and the world in the process. All tion is writing. villains. her nemeses are named, and events are * Unfiltered-My Unglamorous Od- fearlessly stated. The acting bug having bitten her yssey of The South African Enter- when she was still a young lass over- At the core of her qualms with the tainment-Vathiswa Ndara (Vatican seas, the mission was to combine the industry is the bitchiness, the misogyny Publishers) R390. as well as the laughable earnings of many actors in the South African indus-

12 WEEKLY SA MIRROR FOOD AND WINE Friday 02 December 2022 ONOMA WINES BLAZE NEW TRAIL CHAPTER: Stellenbosch winery scoops awards in short four years of release of inaugural wines… Blaise reaffirms that Stellenbosch’s terroir is perfect for the three varietals Ònoma – Chardon- nay, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah. What with their faith in the trio already rewarded with a gar- land of accolades garnered in the only four short years since the maiden release. And these are: By Len Maseko by the Yiannakis family under the guidance of the ness credo. * Syrah 2021 was awarded a Double Gold - Mi- Stellenbosch, internationally renowned home to family’s patriarch, Com, in 1999. Initially acquired Spearheading the farm’s new chapter, Blaise, chelangelo Wine Awards 2022; a third of South Africa’s wineries, is invariably as a retirement lifestyle project, the farm was ul- celebrated as a swashbuckling kingdom of Cab- timately transformed into a wine-producing entity duly briefed Ònoma’s winemaker, Matthew van * Cabernet Sauvignon 2018 has a 4.5-star Platter ernet Sauvignon. after Yiannakis senior’s passing. His death occur- Heerden, to create classic wines in the Greek win- 2022rating and was awarded Gold in the Mi- ing before his kin could realise their dream of creat- emaking tradition: “Simply put, we wanted Ònoma chelangelo Wine Awards 2021; Cabernets from South Africa’s wine region ing their own private wine label. Private Cellar wines to be made with no elaborate consistently offer a creditable alternative to similar fuss, allowing the quality of the grapes to shine * Chardonnay 2018 boasts a 4-star Platter varietals originating from other countries. Stellen- His son, Blaise, turned the dream into a reality through. Our winemakers executed this brilliantly. 2021Cabernet Sauvignon 2017 has earned a bosch has the largest vineyard area under Cabernet when he selected wines maturing in barrel at the We are very proud that we have not compromised 4-star Platter 2022 and Gold in the Michelan- Sauvignon in South Africa time of his father’s passing to launch the first gener- quality in search of profit.” gelo Wine Awards 2021; and ation of wines under Ònoma Private Cellar’s label. Coupled with its diverse terroir, Stellenbosch Notably, Stellenbosch’s terroir is the most im- * Ònoma 2016 Chardonnay was awarded Double boasts as many as 50 different types, from which As they say, a father’s character is judged by portant contributing factors to the growth of noble Gold in the Michelangelo Wine Awards 2019. winemakers in this region consistently produce his own children – his brood thought it apt to hon- wine cultivars, with the cooler, wet winters and Tasted at a Joburg launch recently, held at serial some of the best Cabernets. our the departed patriarch’s legacy by christening the dry, hot summers characteristic of a Mediter- their wines Ònoma – a noble word in Greek culture ranean climate. True to their Greek heritage which restauranteur Larry Hodes’ Arbor Café in Birdhav- Proudly nestling in the loins of Stellenbosch’s meaning reputation, good name, renown or char- runs through the Yiannakis family’s veins, Onoma en, the wines sizzled with the unmistakable splen- esteemed topography is Onoma winery, a Greek acter. The name was also to honour the family’s wines have an old-world character to them, yet are dour that clearly bowled over the esteemed judges family-owned boutique farm which is gradually roots stemming back to a rocky Greek Island in the also identifiable with a peculiar South African style who conferred accolades on them. And there was staking a claim as a producer of formidable Cab- Aegean, where the ancient art of winemaking had veering towards the understated palate, elegance, no mistaking the visible pride in Blaise’s face in ernets and other two other noble varietals – after been passed down from father to son for genera- alluring austerity, coupled with soft tannins and a showcasing these wines in their glorious splendour years of supplying quality grapes to many estates tions. slightly herbaceous quality. – much like a doting dad witnessing an off-spring in the area, and only entering the terrain of crafting scooping awards at the proms. its wines in recent years. The traditional values of pride, honour and pas- “As we are the only Greek wine farmers in the sion – inculcated into their viticultural practice – region, we felt compelled to develop our wine in a As for the wines, the family proclaims that they Ònoma Private Cellar, situated at the foot of the have been at the centre of the family’s existence, classic style,” the Yiannakis family points out, reaf- are committed to producing a limited boutique re- Stellenbosch Hills on Felicia Farm, was purchased translating into the Ònoma Private Cellar’s busi- firming their cultural identity. lease of no more than 850 cases per varietal, con- sidering only “perfect vintages” for harvest and vinification. They can be purchased online or at select speciality wine merchants in Johannesburg and Cape Town. Onoma’s mission statement is: “Your name is your honour”. EVENTS FRANSCHHOEK BUBBLES UP – showcasing the best of South Africa’s wines from estab- The venue is Subaru and Volvo Cars, 355 Cape Rd, New- Wine lovers will kickstart the festive season on a fashion- lished brands ton Park. able note at the Franschhoek Cap Classique & Champagne Festival tickets are R200 a person, limited to 500 a day. The event is organised by the Eastern Cape Motor Group’s Festival tomorrow and Sunday (10am). Tickets for the adventure events will be sold separately via Subaru and Volvo Cars Port Elizabeth will kick-start the One of SA’s premier social calendar highlights, the event is Quicket. summer and festive season this December in aid of Rotary presented by Sanlam Private Wealth and takes place at the PE West.Ticket holders will be entered into a lucky draw, iconic Huguenot Monument. HELDERBERG FRESH can partake in a Live Auction and be entitled to taste and On offer will be a wide range of local MCCs as well as se- The Helderberg Fresh 2022, formatted along the Constan- purchase some of South Africa’s finest wines on a Satur- lect French champagnes. Franschhoek favourites include tia Fresh fine wine and food festival, takes place Vergel- day afternoon. Live music and some snacks from Tapas the award-winning producers Le Lude, La Motte, Black egen wine Eestate tomorrow. will be available to purchase. So come and celebrate the Elephant Vintners, Colmant, and Boschendal, among oth- Setting Helderberg Fresh apart from other festivals, is its finer things in life. ers. focus on “freshness” – a vital part of food, wine and life”, Tickets cost R165 a person. The festival’s centrepiece, the grand marquee, will be ooz- according to the organisers. ing style, elegance and sophistication. Lounge style music The lush green lawns of Vergelegen Wine Estate will be DURBS WINE & FASHION EX- and brunch-inspired food will add the final touches to this festooned with guests savouring more than 150 wines TRAVAGANZA ultimate Sunday MCC outing. accompanied by gourmet food prepared by some of the Helderberg’s most talented chefs. Finally Ugu Fashion, Wine & Music Experience to wow PLETT WINE FEST The R750-per-person ticket accords you entry to the gas- Durban revellers when it opens doors tomorrow. The Plett Wine & Adventure Festival will be held at Sky tronomic extravaganza which includes live music as part It will take place at the Station Urban Event Space, 65 Ma- Villa Boutique Hotel in Plettenberg on December 16 and of the afternoon’s entertainment. sabalala Yengwa Avenue, Durban. Organised by Everson 17. Media House, this will be the sixth edition of the annual The two-day event will be filled days of adventure, wine GQEBERHA WINE GIG event. tastings, culinary delights and live music. Local restau- The Wine Festival will be a weekend entertainment high- This year’s theme is Vanity Fair (ladies in red and gents rants and other food and drink vendors will be part of the light for Gqeberha wine enthusiasts tomorow, starting black and white). Activities include wine tasting, fashion festival, together with a limited number of top wine estates from 2pm. shows and live music performances. Tickets available via Computicket.

Friday 02 December 2022 MOTORING 13WEEKLY SA MIRROR MOTORINGB: riefs THE CHERY ON TOP SUPER PRESTIGE FOR Chery is celebrating its first year in South AUDI S8 Africa with a range of special deals and re- wards to current and potential customers. PRESENCE; The newly designed and orchestrated design elements in the front area in- creases the S8’s presence and authority of the brand’s flagship sedan. It is also celebrating several major milestones, including reaching the Top 10 By Ali Mphaki STATUS: One of the technological highlights is in South Africa in its first year of operation. The test of a true luxury sedan rests on its abil- the predictive active suspension to regulate the ity to offer unsurpassed comfort not only for the position of the chassis in any driving “You can measure a brand’s success drivers but the passengers too. More often than situation with many different metrics, but none are not the debate is whether such sedans are a pas- more rewarding than the number of units senger or a chauffer’s car, but that’s really nei- 4-way lumbar support, a memory function and side LAP OF LUXURY: The optional rear seat pack- sold. ther here or there, or is it? airbags. age delivers a three-seat system with two electrically adjustable individual seats. For us, each customer who signs an Whereas for us mere mortals it is more about If the function that can be set in the MMI touch AUTHORITY: Familiar Audi S model characteris- offer to purchase on a new Tiggo Pro is a who is behind the steering wheel, with luxury se- response is switched on, the rear seat bench auto- tics like the four flow-optimized pipes under a vote of confidence in our brand and we are dans like those shiny black German sedans used to matically moves to the rearmost position when the circumferential contour makes the Audi S8 very thankful for that,” says Tony Liu, Ex- ferry politicians around (at the taxpayers’ expense) associated door is opened. TFSI quattro worthy of the luxury sedan ecutive Deputy General Manager of Chery it is more about who is at the back seat. South Africa. Different strokes for different folk. In addition, the cooler box and air quality pack- age, consisting of an ionizer and fragrancing, en- If unit sales is a vote of confidence in Granted, Audi as a brand may be a Jim-come- hance the comfort of the interior. the Chery brand, then South Africans are in lately in the luxury sedan market, but who can forget full support of Chery. In its first 11 months the dramatic launch of the A8 in 1994 which broke Infotainment is also available for rear seat pas- of sales, Chery has surpassed 10 000 units. cove accompanried by that controversial TV advert sengers with two 10.1 inch displays at full HD reso- which proudly proclaimed “Eight Is Greater Than lution attached to the backs of the front seats. They CARJACKINGS ON THE UP Seven” - much to the chagrin of the boys from Mu- display content from passengers’ devices and can re- nich, BMW. ceive numerous audio and video streams via casting, Police minister Bheki Cele has revealed that carjackings increased 23.6% between But that is a matter for another day, since the Under the bonnet is the biturbo V8 which gener- July and September 2022, compared with subject of the matter is the recently launched new ates 420 kW of power and 800 Nm of torque from the same period last year. Audi S8 TFSI quattro - now offered with more pres- 2,050 to 4,500 rpm.The engine is connected to a tige and authority. eight-step tiptronic gearbox. Truck hijackings increased by 36.8%, theft of motor vehicles and motorcycles The exterior boasts a sharpened design with With all the electro-gimmicks that comes with were up by 13.9% and theft out or from a freshly styled headlights and more upright side air the latest models like lane-change warning, seat motor vehicle increased by 17.1%. intakes. Giving the newcomer an even more athletic ventilation and massage function, Bang & Oluf- look is how it blends with familiar Audi S model sen Premium Sound with 3D, Audi virtual cockpit More than 6,000 carjacking crimes characteristics like the four flow-optimized pipes Plus, Head-up display (to name a few), if you ask were reported to the police during the pe- which clearly state the S8’s premium design. the price you probably cannot afford it, as the cliche riod. A total of 356 vehicles were reported goes. hijacked at the top three stations, Nyanga, But it is once you ingress the new Audi S8 TFSI Harare and Philippi East — all in the Western quattro where you come to experience its excep- But if you insist, it will give you cold comfort Cape. tional comfort. to know the Audi S8 TFSI quattro has starting tag at R2,759,000 (inclusive of 5yr/100 000km Audi Free- Vehicle security and recovery specialists For instance the optional rear seat package de- way Plan, VAT and all taxes). Tracker’s latest Vehicle Crime Index, which livers a three-seat system with two electrically ad- covers the period January to June, reveals justable individual seats. that incident volumes have increased to pre- Covid-19 lockdown levels across the country. These include electrical adjustment of the lon- gitudinal seat position, backrest angle and backrest LAMBO’S ANSWER TO 911 head adjustment. It is also equipped with pneumatic DAKAR It’s official, 2023 is the year of the absurd off- road supercar with Lamborghini finally un- veiling its lifted, 455kW, V10-powered Hu- racan Sterrato to duke it out with Porsche’s 911 Dakar. The Sterrato is bold, angry and unique, riding 44mm higher than a Huracan Evo while wearing Bridgestone Dueler rubber where Pirelli Trofeos are typically found. Like the 911 Dakar, Sterrato isn’t a rock- crawler to trouble the likes of the Mercedes- Benz G-Class, but a sand and dirt road spe- cialist. That is if a buyer – likely a collector – is willing to cop the stone chips. “Presenting the car at Art Basel, Miami Beach reflects how, just like an avant-garde work of art, the Sterrato represents a radical and original representation of a super sports car concept but, in terms of performance, the Sterrato belongs in the world’s most dynamic and exciting environments”, said Lamborghi- ni CEO Stephan Winkelmann. LEWIS HAMMER A NISSAN GT-R IN TOKYO Earlier last week, Mercedes F1 star Lewis Hamilton posted a video of his experience taking a Nissan Skyline R34 GT-R for a mid- night run through the streets of Tokyo, zoom- ing through the city’s infamous Expressways and ripping donuts in the parking lot with fumes seeping out of the gearbox. “I only like to drive on track, but I make exceptions,” Hamilton writes in the caption for the video. While it looked like absolute euphoria for Hamilton, the rental company that claims to have lent Hamilton the car, Omoshiro Rent- A-Car, is understandably not too happy about it. “This is a car from Omoshiro Rent-A-Car, but it was not taken with permission from our company. Such driving is strictly prohibited,” Omoshiro wrote in a Twitter statement. Public opinion on the incident is mixed, with some sticklers calling for the driver to be more responsible while others are simply loving the hoonage. So far, neither Omoshiro nor Hamilton have yet to comment further on the incident. “Under the guidance of our attorneys, we are unable to disclose any further informa- tion,” Omoshiro told CarBuzz.

14 WEEKLY SA MIRROR SPORT Friday 02 December 2022 A FERTILE THRILLING: Kurt-Lee Arendse, who BREEDING scored the try that had Twickenham GROUND aghast and even England supporters marvelling at his pace and skill, was one such player HOME-BASED: Several Bokke newcomers first caught the eye in the 16-team cross- hemisphere competition grew their game there making an indelible mark By Sports Reporter He turned in a stellar performance in his first Canan Moodie, who made his Test debut at the experience of being part of the winning Stormers One of the significant features to come out of the outing against the All Blacks in Nelspruit in Au- age of just 19 as Arendse’s replacement during the effort in the Vodacom URC final helped his con- Springboks’ Castle Lager Outgoing Tour this gust, with his pace and his mastery in the air be- international season. His excellent try, plucking a fidence. month – and the November international se- ing a constant thorn to the New Zealanders and he kick out of the air and then running 30 metres to ries in general – was how it underlined the role capped it with the opening try of the game. score, was the turning point in the Boks’ favour His Stormers teammate Salmaan Moerat would played by the Vodacom United Rugby Champi- against the Wallabies in Sydney and will be part of have added more Bok appearances in 2022 were he onship in breeding players for successful roles in Unfortunately, Arendse blotted his copybook any end of year highlights package. not playing behind arguably the world’s finest lock, their national teams. when red carded following an unfortunate clash Eben Etzebeth, who will grace the Vodacom URC with an airborne Beauden Barrett and the injury Moodie started the 2022 calendar year play- in the colours of the Cell C Sharks going forward. Indeed, while Springbok coach Jacques Nie- sustained in that incident, plus the subsequent sus- ing Currie Cup rugby for the Bulls, and made a big naber was initially criticised for ignoring home pension, prevented him from playing for much of statement in his debut against DHL Western Prov- Deon Fourie and Manie Libbok were two other based players who’d made their names in the Voda- the rest of the Boks’ Castle Lager Rugby Champi- ince before quickly being elevated into the Voda- DHL Stormers players who joined Roos and Mo- com URC, by the end of the calendar year that had onship campaign. com URC team, where his potential was picked up erat in making their Bok debuts this year, with Lib- changed, with several newcomers who either first by the national coaches. Elrigh Louw was another bok looking the part as a replacement in Genoa. captured the eye in the 16-team cross-hemisphere He did return though for the final game against Bulls player who has used the Vodacom URC as a competition or grew their game there, making an Argentina in Durban as a replacement and in no platform to bid for national honours, and he played Libbok is one of the Vodacom URC’s biggest indelible mark. Understandably, the 2021/22 final- time at all after he came on, Arendse scored one in the competition in its previous guise as the success stories – not long ago he was struggling to ists, the eventual champions DHL Stormers and of his trademark tries, running it in from near the PRO14 when he was at the Southern Kings. establish himself in the starting teams of the Bulls the Vodacom Bulls, led the way when it came to Pumas 10 metre line, off the last move of the game. and Sharks, but thanks to the platform given to him providing breakout opportunities for players within Louw played for the SA ‘A’ team in Novem- by the Stormers, he has grown into a genuine inter- their system. The Boks didn’t hit target in that game, and ber, but in his absence the 2021/22 Vodacom URC national quality player. Which of course is exactly ended second in the Rugby Championship, but Player of the Year and Players’ Player of the Year, what Damian Willemse is now. The utility back had Kurt-Lee Arendse, who scored the thrilling try Arendse’s star shone, as it did again on the end of Evan Roos, made full use of his opportunity. also played for the Boks before this year, and was that had Twickenham aghast and even England season tour. with them as a replacement at the Rugby World supporters marvelling at his pace and skill, was With only the one cap earned in the second Cup in Japan in 2019. one such player. Arendse was a big contributor to the great Bok Test against Wales to his credit before the tour, counter-attacking that appeared to stun the French Roos played off the bench in the destruction of But it was off the back of his Vodacom URC Arendse made his debut for the Boks in the in Marseille, his opening try and then the follow up Italy before transferring his Vodacom URC form form, and the experience of being in the winning second Test against Wales in Bloemfontein in July, to complete the brace was a talking point when Ita- to the international stage in London a week later. team, that Willemse took the bit properly between but it was after France-based Cheslin Kolbe was ly were laid to the sword in Genoa, and then came In that game, fellow DHL Stormers player Marvin his teeth in the international season and made the injured in the third and deciding game against the the Twickenham highlight to the tour. Orie also showed he belongs at international level. graduation from fringe international player to the Welsh that Arendse got his chance to show that he world class player he ended the year as. could transfer his sublime form for the Bulls in the Arendse is being talked about as a special play- Although Orie had played for the Boks before, Vodacom URC onto the international stage. er, and it was in the Vodacom URC that he first got and was first capped while still at the Emirates Li- And then there is Junior Springbok captain Sa- experience of playing against overseas players and ons, this was his breakout year at international and cha Feinberg-Mngomezulu, who we first saw when overseas conditions. he confirmed it at Twickenham, where no doubt his he played as a replacement in last season’s quarter- final, was selected to tour but didn’t play. Ditto his young Vodacom Bulls team-mate By Sports Reporter MUSIC AND From fan favourited, to the Official Soundtrack, GOALS GALORE to the infectious drumming from the Senegal sup- porters’ band during matches, the FIFA World ECLECTIC: Each of the 32 participating Cup tournament has featured an eclectic mix of teams in Qatar were asked by FIFA to select a sounds from all corners of the globe, showing song that they would like to be played when their how football and music can unite the world. team scores a goal For the first time, each of the 32 participating is one of our characteristics and we have to do it hosted the CAF Africa Cup of Nations in January AZONTO; Ghana and Cameroon were among teams in Qatar were asked by FIFA to select a song naturally wherever we may be. Just like we respect and February. Blur’s Song 2 (France), Idol by BTS those who preferred local artists. The Black that they would like to be played when their team all other cultures, like we respect the Arab culture, (Korea Republic) and Zombie Nation by Kernkraft Stars celebrate their goals to the sound of scores a goal. This has led to an intriguing mix of the culture of other countries, please respect ours.” 400 (Wales) are amongsome of the others. Oofeets by Sarkodie, one of Africa’s most choices, ranging from the modern, to the traditional, successful rappers and leading proponent to old favourites from the past, and which, again, Ghana and Cameroon were among those who Mexico have also gone with a sound that is in- of the Azonto style showcase musical styles from around the world. preferred local artists. The Black Stars celebrate stantly associated with their country, choosing La el represented Spain in the Eurovision song contest their goals to the sound of Oofeets by Sarkodie, Negra by La Hija del Mariachi. that year and has sold more than 70 million records Gala’s “Freed From Desire”, a hit in the 1990s, one of Africa’s most successful rappers and lead- worldwide. Australia also went for an old favour- remains hugely popular with football fans and was ing proponent of the Azonto style, and Cameroon Spanish fans had the chance to hear their choice ite, choosing the 1980s hit Down Under by Men at initially chosen by three teams -- Poland, England have plumped for Mbandjoh by Les Rythmeurs Mi Gran Noche, by singer and actor Raphael, a song Work. and Switzerland. To avoid a clash, England chose ABC, which was widely played when the country recorded back in 1967, seven times during their 7-0 “One Kiss” by Dua Lipa as a back-up song while win over Costa Rica in their opening match. Rapha- Poland used Balkanica by Piersi as their second choice. Brazil take their goal celebrations seriously and have plumped for Esquentando o Couro by Moci- dade Independete de Padre Miguel, one of the Rio de Janeiro samba schools that participate in the city’s world famous carnival. Coach Tite explained before the tournament that music and dancing play a fundamental part of his team’s identity. “Everyone has their own way. Our way is dancing,” he said, adding that cel- ebrations are in no way meant to disrespect . “This

Friday 02 December 2022 SPORT 15WEEKLY SA MIRROR SPORTS: Briefs SUNDOWNS LADY IN QATAR World cup pics germany Lionel Messi The Fifa World Cup Qatar 2022 enters the knockout stage this Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies Striker, Andisiwe THE THRILS weekend with the last 16 of the 32 teams remaining in their quest Mgcoyi travelled to Qatar for the 2022 FIFA World AND SPILLS IN to clinch the coveted trophy. Cup. Mgcoyi witnessed this year’s ongoing largest One of the surprise packages so far is Morocco topping their football tournament in person courtesy of Hyundai QATAR 2022 group - the first for an African team to achieve this feat in 26 years. South Africa, which is one of the sponsors of Ma- Its all to play for and as expected there shall be weeping and melodi Sundowns Football Club. The trip to Qatar gnashing of teeth for the losers but there will also be unbridled joy was in celebration of the Player of the Season Mg- for the winners coyi clinched last year after an excellent form. world cup pic japan world cup pictures man runs into field The in-form striker was on beast mode the pre- vious season with 27 goals to her name in the Hol- TOUGH-AS-TEAK MAKHAULA lywoodbets Super League as well as being honored by the Minister of Sport, Nathi Mthethwa as she DEFENSIVE Usuthu play. For the past two seasons the midfield- received the Minister’s Recognition Award. In a ABILITY: er has shown consistency in his play. Nevertheless, recent interview before heading off to Qatar, Mg- The Amazulu captain Makhaula’s football exploits has not received the coyi expressed the magnitude of the opportunity to has a high work-rate accolades he might have been bestowed with. witness and spectate the FIFA World Cup in sight, and adds more zeal to she said: the team The AmaZulu hard man believes his team ef- fort against Orlando Pirates in the final of the 2022 “This is a dream come true for me given that By Masoja Cele MTN 8 in recent weeks wasn’t sharpened enough I have never watched any World Cup game Live to win them the coveted trophy. since I started my football career. It has always There are those players who approach the game HARD TACKLER; Makhehleni “The Master” been my childhood dream to witness the FIFA of football with complete grit and brutal forti- Makhaula AmaZulu midfield workhorse ‘’Absolutely true, though we were well pre- World Cup in person and with the opportunity tude. One such player is none other than the un- pared for the final our approach lacked that extra that has been given to me, I am excited to see the derrated AmaZulu midfield demon Makhehleni spark. Yes, we created good scoring opportunities world’s biggest showpiece, more especially be- ‘’The Master’’ Makhaula . but we couldn’t convert them into goals. Pirates cause I am passionate about the sport.” received a single scoring chance through a dead Since his arrival at Usuthu from Highlands ball situation and they scored. I thought we had a BOXING REF’S HELPING COUNT Park, the industrious midfielder has made the cen- few play connections that we would have buried tral midfield position his own. Grounded on his them. We were devastated. You could even figure Manila: Former boxing referee Carlos Padilla has effortless defensive midfield ability, he currently it out with our match against Mamelodi Sundowns admitted cheating to help fellow Filipino Manny remains the finest shielding midfielder in the DStv in the Carling Black Label cup. We didn’t play Pacquiao defeat Australian Nedal “Skinny” Hus- Premiership. like a winning team. Our confidence was very low. sein in a fight more than two decades ago. However, we hope to bounce back after the World His dominant performances in the colours of Cup break and attempt to challenge for the league Pacquiao was 21 and a rising star when he went the Durban outfit have surprised everyone includ- title’’. 10 rounds against Hussein for the WBC Interna- ing the opposition. Makhaula is a rare talent. His tional super-bantamweight title near the Philippine work rate is a punch above his weight. Two of his ‘’Personally, I still nurse the hopes of donning capital Manila in 2000. former coaches, firstly Bennie Mcarthy then Bren- the colours of the national tea. I try to work hard don Trutter relied heavily on his defence skill to and improve my performance with each match. But in a stunning confession, Padilla - known contain the opposition. Not a fancy player but a Nevertheless, if I don’t get the call-up I won’t be for refereeing the “Thrilla in Manila” between workaholic in a true sense. dejected. Surely we all understand that any coach Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier in 1975 - said has his choice of players. he helped Pacquiao secure victory by “prolong- The Randfontein born player is a rare breed. ing” the standard 10-count when the Filipino was He runs the length of the field like he has an extra I will do all I can to help my team achieve its knocked down and left dazed in the fourth round. lung. The natural eagerness to chase back into cov- aspiration of winning silverwares. AmaZulu are ering position when the enemy is on attack gives like my second home. I am even willing to end BENZIMA RETURNS? him a distinct and unique superiority. Occasion, he my career at Usuthu. I think my game has im- will be clearing a dangerous attack in his danger proved tremendously ever since my arrival. My France head coach, Didier Deschamps, has played area then the next he will be launching a gallant former coach at Usuthu would always encourage down speculation striker Karim Benzema could re- attack ready to dispense a pass to his teammates. me to add an extra mile into my work. Even coach turn to Les Bleus’ World Cup squad. Brendon Trutter would always push me to take my Makhaula’s intensity and destructiveness of game to another level. And I am grateful to the Benzema had been struggling with injury go- opponents in the engine room adds more zest into gesture’’. ing into the 2022 FIFA World Cup. But Deschamps has now rubbished the suggestion, insisting that he ‘’Regarding my longevity in the game I be- is delighted with the players at his disposal. lieve I have more kilometres left in me. Fortu- nately, I don’t smoke nor consume alcohol. Most Asked in a roundabout way about the specu- importantly, I look after my body. I always try to lation surrounding Benzema, Deschamps said at a eat healthy diet. Mainly, I like sitting at home and press conference ahead of France’s World Cup tie analyse the opposition. It is also important to study with Tunisia on Wednesday: “Wow. Well, I am not your own performances. sure [what to say], that is really not something that I am thinking about. That would always help boost your confidence with your next outing. I guess no player wants to DAN BAGS JOBURG OPEN commit the same errors repeatedly as that can de- stroy your conviction’’ concluded Makhaula. England’s Dan Bradbury claimed a wire-to-wire victory in the Joburg Open for his first DP World Tour title in only his third start at Houghton Golf Club on Sunday, and one of his first priorities was to find somewhere to get his laundry done. A one- week trip to South Africa had suddenly become the start of a new career. Playing on a sponsor’s invitation into the Joburg Open and with no status on any tour any- where in the world, Bradbury took his chance from day one and never looked back as he closed out his maiden professional title with a final round of 67 to win by three strokes on 21 under par. “I was meant to be on a flight out this even- ing but happily that’s changed. I didn’t even pack enough clothes for more than one week. I’ve got the kids here asking for my cap but I only packed one for each day,” said a delighted Bradbury, who now moves on to this week’s Investec South Afri- can Open. Finland’s Sami Välimäki took second place on 18 under par with a final round of 69, and South Africa’s Christiaan Bezuidenhout and Daniel van Tonder shared third place on 17 under par follow- ing respective rounds of 66 and 68. DEFENDING THE FLAG Rome — The Italian man who ran onto the World Cup pitch wearing a T-shirt in support of Ukraine and Iranian women defended his protest Tuesday, despite being served a tournament ban. Mario Ferri (35) a football player with a his- tory of similar stunts, interrupted the Portugal- Uruguay game Monday when he sprinted onto the pitch wearing a blue Superman T-shirt with “Save Ukraine” on the front and “Respect for Iranian Woman” on the back. Ferri, who calls himself “The Falcon”, also carried a rainbow-coloured flag adorned with the words PACE, meaning peace in Italian.

MIRROR SPORTWEEKLY SA Insight to connect the dots... LIONS IN THE DEN LAST 16: FANGS OUT AS SENEGAL SNARLS AT ENGLAND STORYTELLERS; Senegal’s By Ali Mphaki aside a stubborn Equador 2-1 midweek, the ing out the United States (who also made captain Kalidou Koulibaly, left, What happens when two prides of lions winning goal from Kalidou Koulibaly who it into the round of 16), as well as Iran and and England’s Marcus Rash- clash into each other’s territory? dedicated it to the late Papa Bouba Diop. Wales. While on the other hand, Senegal, ford square up in one of the which claimed second place on the Group last-16 matches pencilled for Answer: Nothing good. Usually some- For England, so far one of the teams A leaderboard behind the Netherlands, beat Qatar 2022 on Sunday body dies a violent death or at a minimum with the highest goal tally so far in the tour- out both Ecuador and host nation Qatar. is severely wounded. The male lions will nament, they will want to make it one bet- fight and the loser is either run off or killed. ter than when they made it to the semifinals Harry Kane & Co. will really have to The victors assume ownership of the terri- at the 2018 World Cup in Russia and the bring the fire if they want to get past goal- tory and the females in it. Usually all the final of the 2020 European Championships. keeper Edouard Mendy and weave their cubs of the loser are killed so the winner way into the quarterfinals. can breed as soon as possible. It is no secret English fans will be hop- ing that their side can go one better this England scored nine goals in three Not a very “Kingly” thing to do for time around in Qatar. games and allowed two. Senegal, on the the King of Beasts, is it? Oh wait a min- other hand, scored five and allowed four. ute! That’s what happens a lot when human Having never previously lost across 20 The England attack is laced with dynamic Kings fight too, isn’t it. international matches to African opposi- wingers like F Marcus Rashford and F Ra- tion, England will be confident of extend- heem Sterling. So says a Quora post in answering ing that run here but Senegal will make for what is likely to happen when the Lions of tough opposition. Couple that with arguably the best fin- Terenga, Senegal, come face to face with isher in the world in F Harry Kane, and The Three Lions, England, in one of the With a number of players in the Sene- England should find success against a Sen- last-16 matches taking place at the FIFA gal squad playing for English clubs, they’ll egal backline that allowed a goal in every World Cup Qatar 2022 on Sunday. be keen to prove a point in causing an upset Group Stage game. and will feel under far less pressure than Senegal, who have reached the quarter- their opposition here given that this is only Senegal also had double-digit shots in final stages minus their injured captain and their second-ever knockout appearance at every Group Stage game, so expect them to talisman Sadio Mane, will be hoping to pro- the World Cup. have opportunities to score as well. This is duce the same magic that saw them brush going to be a crackker of a game. England finished the group stage at the top of the Group B leaderboard, beat- There’s going to be blood on the floor.