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“What I have seen, assurances and guarantees that I have been given makes me a
happy man today, and I am convinced that SA will organise a great world cup.”
Sepp Blatter – FIFA president
©Pic: Chris Ricco/Backpagepix
15 September 2008, Mayor of Cape Town The 2010 FIFA World Cup Organising OC Chief Executive Danny Jordaan confirmed,
Helen Zille, Western Cape Premier Lynn Committee South Africa and the South African “We are running within time and within budget
Brown, Former South African President FW De government are satisfied that all preparations and we are confident that the event will be
Klerk, FIFA President Sepp Blatter, and FIFA for the tournament are on track to deliver on a success. There is a shared vision and
Ambassador Tokyo Sexwale and CEO of the the country’s promise to host the best FIFA commitment by all South Africans that this
LOC Dr. Danny Jordaan thank the builders at World Cup ever. World Cup must work”.
the stadium. Sepp Blatter visits Greenpoint 2010 FIFA World Cup presents a golden “As a collective, we have to say to the world
Stadium, 2010 FIFA World Cup, Cape Town, opportunity to showcase Africa to the world, that we are confident of our abilities to host a
Western Cape, South Africa. to illustrate that the African Renaissance is successful World Cup. We are calling on South
upon us and Africa’s time has come. The Africans in their thousands to support their
South African government is totally committed host cities’ events and to fly the flag for their
to host a tournament that will astound billions country. After all, this is your World Cup!”
around the world. South Africa has become a massive
Nobel Peace Prize winner Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Mpilo Tutu is a hero to
South Africans, and a man whose name is well-loved and respected around the world.
He is credited with coining the famous term “rainbow nation”, which has become a
catchphrase for the multicultural diversity of South Africa’s people.
Paulino Menezes/World Council of Churches
Natalie du Toit smiles as she stands on the podium with her gold medal after finishing first in the 100m Butterfly
S9 final race and setting a new world record during Day 1 of the Swimming Finals at the 2008 Beijing Paralympic
Games held in Beijing, China. Photo by Getty Images / Gallo Images
It seems almost boastful to gloat over the And yet, Team South Africa took what they in the pentathlon, a Paralympic record in the
30 medals – 21 gold, 3 silver and 6 bronze had been given and turned it into something long jump, and a season’s best in the 200m
– Team South Africa won at the Beijing quite remarkable. on his way to his trio of medals, which
Paralympic Games. And yet, there isn’t a The performances by two people who made for perhaps the best achievement of
medal in that haul that was not received are amongst the biggest names in sports in the games.
with pride, and a remarkable sense of the world underline how good the team is. Then there was Philippa Johnson: In
achievement. Natalie du Toit and Oscar Pistorius won Hong Kong, away from the support of
South Africa placed 6th on the medal 8 gold medals between them, which was the rest of the team, won 2 gold’s in the
table, just behind Australia, but it’s the enough for a small-sized country to place. equestrian individual championship test, as
countries lower on the table which make The golden pair would have placed South well as the individual freestyle test.
that placing so significant, showing what Africa 16th on the medal table on their own. There was also Fanie van der Merwe,
can be done when resources are used But, it was the unfamiliar names among who won gold in the 100m and 200m
imaginatively and efficiently: Canada placed the medal winners which gave birth to a in the T34 category for cerebral palsied
7th, Russia 8th, Germany and France 11th new set of heroes for the South African athletes. He cramped up over the final 10m
and 12th, with Japan placing 17th. public to admire: Chief among them was of the 200m, but held on and held off the
Those are all resource-rich countries, Hilton Langenhoven, who won 3 gold’s to opposition to set a new world record.
with structures to allow their disabled match the feat of Pistorius. Langenhoven, All these performances were punctuated
people to achieve greatness in all spheres. who is partially sighted, set a world record by acts of heroism, great and small: There
Ms Janet Buckland - Shoprite Checkers/ and particularly theatre in the lives of all
SABC 2 Woman of the Year 2008 South Africans with her skills as a performer,
director, fund raiser and administrator to
South Africa’s premier accolade for direct these projects over a number of years
achievement by women went to Ms Janet in the province.
Buckland who was named the Shoprite The most notable project is UBOM! the
Checkers/SABC2 Woman of the Year 2008, Eastern Cape Drama Company, which
at a dazzling event in celebration of the was the first full time professional drama
women of South Africa, held in Cape Town company in the province.
on 31 July 2008. Since its start almost six years ago
Ms Buckland has been responsible for Ubom! has reached audiences totaling
the initiation and creation of a significant more than 178 000. It has also provided 36
number of very successful arts and culture full time contracts for actors to work in the
projects in the Eastern Cape. She combined Eastern Cape. Ms Buckland is raising the
her understanding of the value of the arts funds to sustain it.
Ms Connie Mbowane - Former recipient of front of her school for the children and
the Shoprite Checkers/SABC 2 Woman of parents to pass over – a near miracle in
the Year Award - 2003 her cash-strapped community. On top of
this, she secured work on the construction
Connie Mbowane, a Sebokeng teacher of the bridge for 14 of her community’s
who also won in the education category, jobless, unskilled workers through the
has selflessly dedicated 35 years of her Department of Labour.
life to teaching and has been principal of Connie has also raised funds to set up
the Montsusi primary school in Sebokeng a borehole on her school grounds to better
since 1980. The school is located in a irrigate the vegetable gardens and she has
poverty-stricken area, where most of started talks with the education department
the parents are unemployed, as well as to acquire more ground in the area to
catering to street children and orphans. augment the food project. Here, she has
Through the years, she has continuously put her HIV/AIDS training to good use by
hosted up to three schools in her single encouraging sufferers to work in the garden
building by juggling the hours that learners and grow healthy food to improve their diet.
and teachers from the different institutions Since winning the Award, and with
could spend there. her well-known motto “you have to keep
Taking care of up to 500 hungry children on keeping on”, Connie has become
each day in a single school building, a sought-after motivational speaker in
Connie mobilised the unemployed men the private and public sectors and has
and women in the community to establish received accolades from the Department
a vegetable garden, as part of her Botho of Education for her good work recognised
ke Botle (Humanity is Beauty) plan, today through the Award.
it not only feeds the children, but also As from March 2007, Connie has
yields financial returns for the school and been appointed as the CEO of the
the community. Professional Educators Union’s National
She has excelled in looking after her Offices. She says it will give her more
school and the broader community’s exposure and “a chance to touch
interests. Not long ago, she orchestrated more people. I will still be attached to
the building of a bridge over the road in Montsusi Primary School projects.”
This bleak, cold and windy island, just five hundred hectares in size
and 11 kilometres away from Table Bay harbour, has a history as dark
and stormy as the ocean surrounding it.
Photo courtesy SA Tourism
Famous today for being the place where Bay. The name “Robben Island” derives from For centuries, Robben Island did not even
former South African president Nelson the Dutch words “Robbe Eiland”, meaning have its own fresh water supply – in the 1960s
Mandela was incarcerated for over 20 seal island. Birds, seals and penguins were a water pipeline was finally installed from
years as a political prisoner, the island was its only inhabitants, and as a result sailors Cape Town. Its inhospitable environment and
discovered by European sailors in 1488 when regularly plundered the shores for fresh seal isolation led to it being used at various times
Bartolomeu Dias reached Cape Town’s Table meat and penguin eggs. from the 17th century onwards as a prison,
Many of the buildings and other features The old apartheid regime originally Mandela and others, the island has come
that can be seen on the island today date intended to silence political prisoners by to symbolise the triumph of the human
back to World War II, when the island was incarcerating them here, but this had the spirit over adversity, and the power of
fortified and bunkers and big guns installed opposite effect, and the island became forgiveness.
there as part of Cape Town’s defences. a focal point for international resistance Other famous prisoners include former
In 1959 Robben Island became a to the apartheid regime. In 1991 the activist and poet Dennis Brutus, Amos
maximum-security prison, and during the remaining political prisoners were released, Masondo, Mosiuoa Lekota, Govan Mbeki,
next thirty years, over 3,000 men were in 1996 the common-law prisoners were the father of former President Thabo
imprisoned there. The prison eventually transferred away, and in 1997 the prison Mbeki; Joe Seremane, Robert Sobukwe,
became an informal “university behind became a museum, to be named a World Tokyo Sexwale, ANC struggle hero Walter
bars” with prisoners tutoring themselves as Heritage site two years later. Today, Sisulu; as well as Jacob Zuma.
well as their warders. thanks to the indomitable spirit of Nelson Tours to Robben Island take place
throughout the day, weather permitting. Herbert Baker, the island’s small village,
Visitors depart by ferry from the and the old quarries. Wildlife can be
Clocktower, Nelson Mandela Gateway, at spotted along the shipwreck-strewn coast.
the V&A Waterfront. The three and a half The final stop is the maximum-security
hour tour includes the trip across Table prison where Nelson Mandela’s old cell can
Bay, and a 45-minute guided bus tour be viewed. The tour guides are all former
across the island where visitors can view political prisoners, who were once inmates
the beautiful Muslim shrine or kramat, of Robben Island themselves.
where Muslim political prisoners would pay
homage before leaving the island. For more information go to
Other highlights include the leper www.robben-island.org.za
graveyard, a church designed by Sir E-mail: ebookings@robben-island.org.za
The flat top of the mountain is often The narrow finger of land with its beautiful
covered by clouds or mist spilling over the valleys, bays and beaches is surrounded by
top to form the “table cloth” appearance. the waters of the Atlantic Ocean in the west
Over 16 million people have taken the and the warmer waters of False Bay and has
trip to the top of Table Mountain since the within its boundaries two world-renowned
cableway was commissioned 75 years landmarks - majestic Table Mountain and the
ago. It has since become a landmark of legendary Cape of Good Hope.
both Cape Town and of South Africa itself. The Park is recognised globally for its
Situated at the south-western tip of extraordinarily rich, diverse and unique
Africa, the Table Mountain National Park fauna and flora - with rugged cliffs,
encompasses the incredibly scenic Table steep slopes and sandy flats - is a truly
Mountain chain stretching from Signal Hill remarkable natural, scenic, historical,
in the north to Cape Point in the south and cultural and recreational asset both locally
the seas and coastline of the peninsula. and internationally. Nowhere else in the
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During the Dutch colonial era of the 1600s, Enoch Sontonga, who was a teacher
indigenous tribesmen and slaves created at the time, composed the hymn Nkosi
their own version of Western musical Sikelel’iAfrika - God Bless Africa. This
instruments and rhythms. The Khoi-Khoi song was later adopted by the liberation
people developed the ramkie, a guitar with movement and became the national anthem
three or four strings, and the mamokhorong, for the new democratic South Africa.
a single-string violin. Slave orchestras played Gospel music has been a bestseller in
to audiences, while travelling musicians South Africa ever since the original gospel
entertained at big functions. These travelling sounds evolved into the isicathamiya musical
minstrel shows continued through the genre, where choir music was combined with
centuries, and this tradition is still seen at the traditional vocals and harmonies. One of the
great carnival held annually in Cape Town. earliest hits was “Mbube” a song by Solomon
Missionaries played an important part Linda and the Evening Birds that sold over
in the early development of South African 100,000 copies in South Africa during the
music. Composers like John Knox Bokwe 1940s. This adaptation of a traditional Zulu
wrote hymns that had their musical roots melody has been reworked many times, most
in traditional Xhosa harmonies. In 1897, famously as “Wimoweh” by Pete Seeger,
and the classic favourite, “The Lion Sleeps Mbulu gained fanatical followings with
Tonight”. In the 1960s Joseph Shabalala’s their mbaqanga jazz performances. Miriam
sweet soprano voice propelled isicathamiya Makeba went on to have a highly successful
group Ladysmith Black Mambazo to international career. Some of the country’s
fame, with their first album achieving the most famous jazz artists were members of
first ever gold status by a black artist. the Sophiatown Jazz Club. These included
The urbanisation of black South Africans Dollar Brand, a brilliant musician who
into mining centres led to the development of became known as Abdullah Ibrahim after
new musical forms. Marabi was a keyboard his conversion to Islam, Kippie Moeketsi,
music with a blues flavour, usually played on Jonas Gwangwa and the legendary Hugh
pedal organs. It was used to draw people Masekela. Many of these stars subsequently
into the illegal shebeens and keep them left the country to develop their careers
dancing all night. This underground music elsewhere during the increasingly repressive
was frowned upon by the authorities and years of the apartheid regime. One jazz
seldom recorded, but its lilting melodies artist who remained in South Africa
influenced the bigger South African dance and became one of the country’s most
bands of this era. These bands produced innovative musicians was Philip Tabane.
the first generation of professional black Sophiatown was also famous for its high
musicians in South Africa - the Jazz Maniacs, numbers of wealthy, large-living gangsters.
the Merry Blackbirds and the Jazz Revellers. In the township’s lawless domain, the
This marabi-swing style developed over more adventurous and liberal white people
the years into early mbaqanga, a South mingled with the black residents, enjoying
African form of jazz which has had a huge the nightlife and the exchange of cultures. In
influence on music in this country. 1960 Sophiatown was razed to the ground
One of the most famous forms of popular by the white Nationalist government, and
music during the early years of apartheid was its residents moved elsewhere. But the
the pennywhistle or “kwela”. This simple six- government could not destroy the cross-
holed flute was played by groups of black cultural influences that had been formed,
musicians on street corners. Its evocative and which continued to inspire musicians
notes served not only as entertainment but of all races. It was kept alive by bands
also as a warning tune, alerting groups of such as the African Jazz Pioneers during
people gambling in the townships to the the years of severe repression, and has
police presence outside their buildings. influenced 80s bands like Sakhile and
The pennywhistle’s melody has survived Bayete, as well as contributing to the sounds
the decades to become a familiar and of “world music” bands like Tananas.
traditionally South African sound. Lemmy One of the most successful white South
Mabaso, who started performing in the African bands in the 1960s was the pop
streets at the age of 10, became one of South group Four Jacks and a Jill, who toured
Africa’s most famous pennywhistle stars. widely throughout the 60s and 70s. Despite
In the 1950s, the word “entertainment” the light, mainstream music they played, they
became synonymous with Sophiatown, a still managed to have a song banned by the
Johannesburg township which became the South African Broadcasting Corporation, and
epicentre of South Africa’s vibrant musical were the target of protests by conservative
culture. Stars such as Miriam Makeba, South Africans who compared pop music
Dolly Rathebe, Dorothy Masuka and Letta to devil worship. The conservatives soon
found worse things to complain about with genre of alternative Afrikaans music. Stars sounds with white pop and folk music was
the advent of Freedom’s Children, an acid- like The Gereformeerde Blues Band and a challenge to the racial boundaries that
rock band modelled on the Grateful Dead. Koos Kombuis continued this following. the apartheid regime was attempting to
After the 1976 riots, the rebellion The Bob Marley concert celebrating sustain. Bands such as eVoid, Via Afrika and
against apartheid saw a vibrant, youthful Zimbabwe’s independence in 1980 saw Mango Groove followed in his footsteps.
counterculture rise, and music became an reggae rise to prominence all over Africa. Clegg was known overseas as “the white
integral part of this. Sipho “Hotstix” Mabuse, Lucky Dube, who was tragically murdered in Zulu”. Juluka and his subsequent band
originally a member of the band Harari, went 2007, was the first major South African reggae Savuka both enjoyed incredible success.
on to become a superstar in the 80s. Punk artist to reach superstar status, and the first During the 80s, a new craze swept the
rock bands like the Radio Rats, Corporal black artist in this country to be played on townships. “Bubblegum” music was light,
Punishment, Wild Youth, the Asylum Kids white radio stations. His lyrics tackled a lively dance pop influenced by American disco
and Dog Detachment created new, rebellious range of subjects including social problems, and by the legacy of mbaqanga. Groups like
sounds and drew huge followings. They were racial inequalities and his love for God. The Soul Brothers had massive hits, and the
followed by bands like The Softees, The A new musical era dawned when Johnny great township dance divas like Brenda Fassie
Aeroplanes and Bright Blue. James Phillips Clegg, a sociologist who had done extensive and Yvonna Chaka Chaka rose to legendary
of Corporal Punishment also produced an research on Zulu music and dance, teamed fame. Fassie was one of South Africa’s most
album of Afrikaans songs under the name up with Sipho Mchunu to form the group controversial stars, and her death in 2004
Bernoldus Niemand, influencing an entire Juluka. This blend of traditional Zulu was preceded by a decade of high living
who sings in all South African languages. virtually every major festival in South Africa,
Meanwhile, bands like the Springbok including the renowned 46664 concerts.
Nude Girls blazed a trail towards harder, In 2006 they played alongside other iconic
guitar-driven music with their blend of bands such as Metallica and Simple Plan
punk, reggae and metal. This band has at the Coca-Cola Colab events in Pretoria,
since reformed as the Nude Girls, while Durban and Cape Town, and in 2008 at the
former lead singer Arno Carstens is My Coke Fest.
pursuing a star-studded solo career. The The Parlotones are recognised as one
highly successful Christian rock group Tree of the bastions of South African indie
formed, and was later renamed Tree 63. rock. Currently successful in the UK and
Today, South African music enjoys an Europe, they are poised to launch in the
incredible diversity of sounds. Afrikaans Far East. Syd Kitchen is a guitarist, singer,
music is stronger than ever, with artists like songwriter and published poet whose
Steve Hofmeyr, Kurt Darren and Nadine sounds have been an integral part of South
bringing a new fresh sound to this genre. African music since the 70s. This eclectic,
With her unique style which combines jazz, free spirited artist performs at festivals
pop and traditional music, Xhosa singer and clubs throughout South Africa, and
Simphiwe Dana has been hailed as “the has released several albums so far.
new Miriam Makeba”. Shwi Nomtakhala One of the most exciting new alternative
is a duo that has become one of the most bands on the scene is Seether, who started
influential new acts on the music scene out as a group called Saron Gas, but
today. Other rising stars include jazz changed their name after a massive record
sensation Lira, and the hip-hop group Jozi. deal and relocation to the United States. This
Cape Town in particular has become post-grunge, hard rock band has achieved
a birthing ground for new talent, most number one status on the US charts, and
notably Freshlyground, winners of the has won a South African Music Award.
MTV Artist of the Year 2006. This band Vusi Mahlasela is a guiding star in
that made the lifestyle of the Rolling Stones exploded onto the music scene in 2002, South African music. A writer, poet,
look sober and straitlaced by comparison. and has seen a meteoric rise to fame. political activist and renowned performer,
In the 1990s a new genre took the music Freshlyground is made up of individuals he sings a hybrid of folk, world, blues
world by storm. Kwaito, dance music based from all cultures, who blend Afro beats, and soul. His music soothes the scars of
on house beats but with a slower, more funk, dance, classical influences and jazz to apartheid and promises a better future.
African rhythm, stole the hearts of young produce their quintessentially South African Classical music has always had a
black South Africans. Stars with minimalist sounds. Wonderboom is a rock band that following in this country, and the best-
names like Mdu, Arthur, Chiskop, Zola, and has been on the music scene for many known classical band is the award-winning
most famously Mandoza became legends. successful years. Their stage presence is Soweto String Quartet, made up of three
Mandoza sings in English, Afrikaans, Zulu extraordinary, and they are one of South brothers and their childhood friend. As
and Xhosa, giving him universal appeal. Africa’s iconic entertainment groups. boys in the 1960s, they were taunted by
Groups like Bongo Maffin, Boom Shaka, South African rock band Prime Circle the township locals for playing what were
TKZee and Abashante developed massive was formed in December 2001. From regarded as Eurocentric instruments. Today,
followings thanks to their high-energy humble beginnings in Witbank, band they are famous for their beautiful music
performances and streetwise, visual style. members Ross Learmonth, Marco Gomes, that combines classical and African sounds.
Gospel continued to be popular, with Rebecca Dirk Bisschoff and Neil Breytenbach shot to
Malope one of the biggest stars. Another fame as one of the top rock bands in South We look forward to what the future of
great gospel performer is Debrah Fraser, Africa. Prime Circle have performed at South African Music has to offer.
Talana museum at the battlefield where the first Anglo Boer battle took place
The site of the infamous Battle of Blood River photographs that tell the story of the siege
between the Voortrekkers and Zulus is home and its accompanying battles.
to the Ncome Heritage Site, monuments Many monuments and well-preserved
and museums on both sides of the river, artifacts provide an ideal backdrop to an area
commemorating the Voortrekkers and the where re-enactments of the Colonial-era wars
Zulus who died so courageously here. The between British troops and Zulu warriors allow
Ncome Monument and museum complex visitors to experience the bloody dramas with
is dedicated to the Zulu warriors, while the almost frightening reality.
Blood River monument and museum on the Isandlwana Lodge overlooks historic Mount
opposite bank features a life-size replica of Isandlwana and some of the most spectacular
the Voortrekker wagon laager. scenery in Zululand. Flagship tours of
The site of the Battle of Rorke’s Drift Isandlwana and Rorke’s Drift are vividly
between the British and the Zulus is much related by resident historian Rob Gerrard,
unchanged, with stone walls built to shield the author and Fellow of the Royal Geographical
British troops still virtually intact. The Battle Society.
Museum tells the story of this most famous For more information go to:
siege of the Anglo-Zulu war. www.battlefields.kzn.org.za
The Ladysmith Siege museum contains a For guided battlefield tours go to:
collection of artefacts, documents, firearms www.fugitivesdrift.com and
and uniforms, as well as some excellent www.isandlwana.co.za
JANUARY championship tournament attracts huge swimming event, the Halfway Telkom
audiences and offers substantial prize money. Midmar Mile is a mile-long swim held in
Dusi www.womensworldcupofgolf.com Midmar Dam in the lush surroundings of
Take to the waters with the legendary the Natal Midlands. The event attracts a
Hansa Powerade “Dusi” canoe The Ironman 70.3 triathlon series field of over 19,000 competitors.
marathon that runs from Camps Drift Popular with athletes and great training events www.midmarmile.co.za
near Pietermaritzburg, through two river for the full distance events, the Spec-Savers
systems, the Umsindusi and the Umgeni, Ironman is held in Buffalo City (East London). MARCH
to finish three days later near Durban. It includes a 1.9 km sea swim, a 90 km cycle
www.dusi.org.za and a 21.1 km run. Audi Joburg Fashion Week
www.canoesa.org.za www.ironman703.co.za Fashionistas will delight in this sparkling
new event on the fashion calendar. Audi
J&B Met FEBRUARY Joburg Fashion Week is where South
Kenilworth racecourse in the Western Cape Africa’s top designers showcase their
is home to the J&B Met, an event where The Subaru Sabi Classic winter collections. The show takes place
the speed and courage of the top-class mountain bike race in Sandton.
thoroughbreds that gallop to the finish line, is Venue for this breathtakingly beautiful event www.joburgfashionweek.co.za
combined with dazzling extremes of glamour is the rolling hills of Mpumalanga, where the
and fashion. splendour of the scenery contrasts with the The Cape Argus Pick ’n Pay Cycle Tour
www.jbmet.co.za tough and unforgiving nature of the course. Individually timed cycle race attracting
www.subarusabieclassic.co.za a field of over 35,000 cyclists from
The Women’s World Cup of Golf all five continents. A grueling 108-
Held at Sun City, has been proudly hosted by Halfway Telkom Midmar Mile kilometre race.
South Africa since its inception. This world Hailed as the world’s largest open water www.cycletour.co.za
JUNE
Africa and around the world. Sanlam SA Fashion Week display this natural wealth for visitors to enjoy.
Website: www.ukzn.ac.za/cca/Durban_ August sees two major fashion events taking www.darlingwildflowers.co.za
International_Film_Festival.htm place. Sanlam SA Fashion Week has a
decade of successful history behind it, and Hermanus Whale Festival
Grahamstown National Arts Festival offers designers, industry workers and fashion The festival, the only Enviro-Arts festival in
For ten glorious days, the Grahamstown followers the most varied and glamorous South Africa, is held annually to celebrate
National Arts Festival is held at the programme in the country. the return of the Southern Right whales to
university town of Grahamstown in www.sanlamsafashionweek.co.za the waters of Walker Bay, our magnificent
the Eastern Cape. Here, South African environment and the arrival of spring!
music, dance, theatre, street theatre, Cape Town Fashion Week
film, a craft fair and art exhibitions can Has become a powerful champion of South Stellenbosch Festival
be enjoyed. African fashion and celebrates Cape Town’s The festival is dominated by classical
www.nafest.co.za long heritage as the centre of South Africa’s music, but there is some light relief in the
fashion industry. form of weekend street festivals and some
AUGUST www.capetownfashionweek.com deliberately whacky street theatre. If you
get tired of the music, there’s always the
The BMW International SEPTEMBER wine to taste.
Played against visiting international www.stellenboschtourism.co.za
teams, this is highlight of the South Darling Wild Flowers Show
African polo calendar. The first test The beautiful town of Darling in the Cape Nederburg Arts Festival
is played at Shongweni in Kwazulu- has hosted a wildflower show almost every There’s more to culture than performance
Natal, and the second test at Inanda in year since 1917. The Wildflower Society, and painting. The 10-day Nederburg Arts
Johannesburg. organisers of the show, aim to promote the Festival also celebrates the glorious natural
www.sapolo.org.za conservation of flowers in the region and environment of Knysna with various eco-
The role of EXSA is to serve the Beeld Holiday Show - Holidaymakers Expo MARCH
exhibition and events industry in South - Johannesburg
Africa. Their core strategy is to actively 13-15 February 2009 Megamedia Expo - Johannesburg
grow and develop the exhibition and Gallagher Estate, Johannesburg 4-5 March 2009
events industry within Southern Africa. www.holidayshow.co.za Sandton Convention Centre,
This is achieved through promoting the Johannesburg
unique benefits offered by exhibitions Homemakers Expo - Johannesburg www.cadek.co.za/megamedia
and events, and raising the profile of 19-22 February 2009
their members which include venues, The Coca-Cola Dome, Johannesburg Hobby-X - Johannesburg
organisers and suppliers. www.homemakersonline.co.za 5-8 March 2009
The Coca-Cola Dome,
JANUARY The Woman Fashion Show - Johannesburg Johannesburg
20-22 February 2009 www.hobby-x.co.za
MPH - Live Motoring Theatre - Cape Town International Convention Centre
Johannesburg www.thewomanshow.com Bridal Africa - Johannesburg
29 January - 1 February 2009 7-8 March 2009
The Coca-Cola Dome, Johannesburg Meetings Africa - Johannesburg Gallagher Estate, Johannesburg
www.mphshow.co.za 25-27 February 2009 www.nichepro.co.za
Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg
FEBRUARY www.meetingsafrica.co.za Working World Extravaganza
Careers Exhibition - Port Elizabeth
Investing in African Mining – Mining Indaba Design Indaba Expo 2009 – Cape Town 11-14 March 2009
9-12 February 2009 27 February - 1 March 2009 Feather Market Centre,
Cape Town International Convention Centre Cape Town International Convention Centre Port Elizabeth
www.miningindaba.com www.designindaba.com www.inkanyezi.co.za
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Sandton Convention Centre,
Johannesburg
www.exsa.co.za
Mine-Tech International
8-10 July 2009 International Statistical Institute Expo - OCTOBER
Gallagher Estate, Johannesburg Durban
www.minetechexpo.com 16-22 August 2009 Cape Town Outdoor Adventure and Travel
International Convention Centre, Durban Experience - Cape Town
National Boat Show – Durban and Durban Exhibition Centre 2-4 October 2009
17-19 July 2009 www.nichepro.co.za Bien Donne Farm Franschhoek
Wilson’s Marina, Durban www.outdoorexpo.co.za
www.nationalboatshow.co.za Markex - Durban
18-20 August 2009 National Boat Show – Durban
Mediatech Africa - International Convention Centre, Durban 3-5 October 2009
Johannesburg www.markexkzn.co.za Cape Town International Convention Centre
23-25 July 2009 www.nationalboatshow.co.za
The Coca-Cola Dome, Johannesburg Pretoria Show - Pretoria
www.mediatech.co.za 26 August - 6 September 2009 Homemakers Expo - Durban
Tshwane Events Centre, 8-11 October 2009
Homemakers Expo - Vaal Triangle Pretoria Show Grounds Durban Exhibition Centre, Durban
30 July - 2 August 2009 www.pretoriashow.co.za www.homemakersonline.co.za
Emerald Casino Resort,
Vanderbijlpark The Baby Expo - Durban Propak Africa - Johannesburg
www.homemakersonline.co.za 28-30 August 2009 20–23 October 2009
International Convention Centre, Durban Johannesburg Expo Centre, NASREC
AUGUST www.durbanbabyexp.co.za www.propak.co.za
Emperors Palace Hotel, Casino and luxury beckons at every turn. This ultra due to open in March 2009. This gem caters
Convention Resort, conveniently luxurious hotel features 196 beautifully specifically to the demand for large groups
situated next to the O.R. Tambo Airport, designed and impeccable appointed and creates a new standard of modern,
Johannesburg, combines timeless, guest rooms and suites that are fitted with contemporary convenience and functionality.
classical elegance and sheer excitement. state-of-the-art facilities and surround It will have a spacious ground floor reception
The resort offers a unique experience with you with the utmost elegance and regal area for large group check-ins, a business
luxurious accommodation and relaxation comfort. The hotel’s comfort is not only in centre, boardroom, pool area and restaurant,
facilities, a magnificent casino with its furnishings, but also in the impeccable increasing the Resort’s.
unparalleled gaming enjoyment, the finest levels of service which anticipate individual The opulent Emperors Palace casino is
in dining and entertainment, a unique retail needs and wishes. the finest in Gauteng, and is renowned for
concourse, a children’s paradise with an Emperors Palace has a further two hotels, service excellence. For the discerning player,
indoor entertainment centre, multi-faceted the deluxe 3-star Peermont Mondior and the Jewel of the Empire is the intimate and
conference facilities and impeccable service. existing 3-star Peermont Metcourt Laurel, sophisticated high limit Palace Court Privé,
The Peermont D’oreale Grande, a and another new 3-star select services 248- featuring the Salon Privé tables gaming area
magnificent 5-star hotel of elegance where key Peermont Metcourt hotel is officially and the Slots Privé gaming area.
Graceland, an astonishing mansion built in rooms, three junior suites, one Presidential
tribute style to the grand old age of Colonial suite and a paraplegic room, all featuring
southern America, is located in Secunda, panoramic views over the golf course or
Mpumalanga, approximately 1½ hours from pool terrace. Décor and furnishings are of
Johannesburg and Pretoria. the highest quality, and allow the elegance
Graceland presents absolute of the Victorian-American theming to
entertainment for the whole family, continue right into the room, down to the
conferencing, superb relaxation and very last detail.
recreation experiences. A visit to Graceland The Graceland Country Club features
will certainly be a memorable experience a Gary Player designed, 18-hole
steeped in nostalgia of the grand old age. championship inland links-style golf course
The graceful 4-star Peermont Walmont which features a mixture of significant
hotel offers 62 standard rooms, 31 family elevation changes, water hazards,
Perfectly situated with sweeping views The décor throughout is warm and inviting,
across the lawns of the magnificent Union featuring soft cream-coloured furnishings
Buildings – seat of government in the and rich Italian marble. All the rooms are air-
nation’s administrative capital city – the conditioned and feature thoughtfully designed
Sheraton Pretoria is within the immediate working areas.
vicinity of more than 100 embassies, The Business Centre features a fully
as well as the Reserve Bank and most equipped office, two meeting rooms
government ministries. and a boardroom. Naturally, internet
The hotel offers 175 luxurious rooms, and e-mail facilities are available, along
including 36 Club Rooms on the restricted- with secretarial services and all the
access sixth and seventh floors of this equipment you’d likely need. The Well-
magnificent hotel, 13 Deluxe Rooms, 6 being Center on the first floor offers
Diplomatic Suites and one Presidential Suite. professional skin and body care and has
CAPE TOWN
The Premier Hotel Cape Manor is situated
in the heart of Sea Point located in close
proximity to Cape Town’s leading attractions;
including the V&A Waterfront, Table Mountain,
the new Green Point Stadium and only
minutes away from the Cape Town CBD and
the International Convention Centre.
This property consists of 99 hotel
bedrooms and 21 self-catering apartments,
offering views of the ocean, Signal Hill, Lions
Head or Table Mountain with conference
facilities for up to 120 delegates.
EAST LONDON
The first hotel in the Premier portfolio,
the Premier Hotel King David is ideally
located for first time business traveller to the
metropole and is located a mere 10 minutes
Nestled at the foot of Table Mountain, with views of Cape Suites Hotel
the Cape Town city skyline and Table Bay, lies the Best cccc
Western Cape Suites Hotel - a village-style hotel with a Self-Catering and Full Service Hotel
total of 123 studio, one, two and three bedroom suites.
Email: res@lionsands.com
www.lionsands.com
South Africa is home to some of the world’s most ancient and beautiful art – from the rock
paintings of the San to the emergence of superior artistic talent. It is also the scene of a host
of diverse and challenging contemporary artists producing important new work’s today.
In the last five years, gallery owners have why Daniel Novela has caught the interest
upped the price of a canvas from a modest of collectors.
R350 to a set rate of R7000. Normally, it’s Since his graduation in 2000, Daniel has
difficult to put a price on art because the exhibited regularly in Gauteng and recently
value is not quantitative; it lies in what the completed a successful tour of Europe
public are prepared to pay. But some art where he sold 60 paintings. In September
does become a valuable commodity when 2006, Daniel had his first exhibition in New
the demand for it exceeds the supply. And York at the Sankaranka Art Gallery, which
that is what an investment collector looks is owned by Gambian-born Saihou Saidy,
for – art that will increase in value, that is whose passion is to showcase African art.
Miriam Beard
The moment you board the air-conditioned are renowned for their ability to create
Premier Classe train, you’ll step into a tantalising variety of delicious meals
a world that recaptures the long lost in a kitchen that boasts the very best
elegance of luxury train travel and the appliances and facilities imaginable. A
personalised service of a bygone era. At state-of-the-art water purification system
the same time, you’ll enjoy the technology provides crystal clean drinking water for
and sophistication of the fast paced, all our passengers. Dimmer lights provide
modern world around you. While we a relaxed, romantic environment. From
accommodate 124 passengers in sheer every cabin, the views may be of our
luxury, you’ll enjoy the attention to detail breathtaking country, but within, guests are
of our spacious compartments and cocooned in warmth and hospitality that is
lavishly appointed bathrooms. Our chefs quintessentially South African.
Booking is essential.
Tel: +27 12 258 0423
or +27 12 258 0332
www.elephantsanctuary.co.za
The Travel Company has a multilingual, launches, teambuilding, car rentals, hotel
knowledgeable, well-travelled team of accommodation, travel insurance, foreign
consultants and offer unique “after hours” exchange delivered, airport transfers, and
and “Sunday by appointment” plans. They or any large or small items that are so
are proud of their personal and professional important in making your travel experience,
attention to the individual and corporate even more streamlined.
traveller. Their affiliation to Radius Travel
The Travel Company undertakes to Management Group has now grown over
provide its customers with assurance that 420 travel agencies throughout the United
they will receive the highest quality, in States of America, Australia, Europe, New
terms of travel products, at all times. Their Zealand and South Africa.
tailor-made tours can satisfy the needs of The Travel Company Tours & Safaris
the most discerning, sophisticated traveller serves as the inbound travel operation for all
who wants an escape to tranquillity, the your international business delegates, family
adventurer whose desire is to experience and friends wishing to visit Southern Africa.
the excitement of an adrenalin rush.
Conference Centre - The Stables
Why the Travel Company for all your Their in-house conference centre in
corporate travel arrangements? Sandown creates a relaxed ambiance for
The substantial volume of travel generated meetings, launches or functions. Catering
through them, provides The Travel Company can be provided in accordance with 106 Katherine Street, Sandown, Sandton
with the ability to negotiate the most clients’ requirements. Capacity 18 seated Tel: +27 11 911 2300
competitive prices for their clients, whether comfortably. Fax: +27 11 783 7529
it’s for airfares, cruises, coach travel, Email: info@travelcompany.co.za
incentives, tours, conferences, safaris, www.travelcompany.co.za
Antoine de Saint-Exupery
Since the very first design appeared in 1948, the Land Rover name
has become universally identified with definitive four-wheel drive
vehicles. Between them, Defender, Freelander, Discovery and Range
Rover have evolved to satisfy every requirement for urban style,
comfort and unbeatable off-road capability. It’s a remarkable story
that reads like a history of the 4x4 itself.
Helicopter Charter
Change your journey from the mundane
to the exotic and arrive in style
If you want to travel to remote areas where a disaster area to assist with relief efforts,
scheduled airlines can’t take you, or do not we are often able to supply an aircraft to
want to be tied to the departure and arrival accommodate both
times of scheduled flight timetables Norse Air the passengers and the cargo to ensure
Charter can provide the right aircraft to suit that once they arrive at the scene there is no
your needs. delay in trying to locate their cargo or having
The benefit of air charter resides in the to wait for it to arrive a few days later. They are
ability to decide where, when and how you able to get to work immediately.
choose to travel. Norse Air Charter has established a
Norse Air Charter is a black empowered reputation for safe, professional and reliable
South African based company and has been service over the years. Whether your charter
servicing aviation requirements for 12 years. requirements are domestic or international,
The company offers a wide range of aircraft we are able to transport you. The benefit of air
to meet the individual requirements of its charter is you are able to decide where, when
customer; its focus leveled on delivering and how you choose to travel. Whatever your
the highest level of service, integrity and requirements, Norse Air Charter can help you
operational safety. locate the most suitable aircraft type.
We have on several occasions been able Chartering can be a very efficient way to
to supply a suitable aircraft within a few hours move passengers. The next time you are
of being contacted. We are aware that in thinking of air transportation contact, Norse Air
emergencies, like natural disasters or medivac Charter.
requests, timing is critical. Sometimes, the Our Fleet consists of: MD83, B737, B727,
need arises to combine passenger and DC9, SAAB 340. Metro 23, Gulfstream 3, For all enquiries, please contact us on:
freighting requirements to ensure a reliable Gulfstream 2, Citation, Challenger, Learjet, Tel: +27 11 666 0800
and cost effective option. For example Beechcraft 1900, Kingair 200, Kingair 90, Fax: +27 11 666 0820
when medical doctors with their supplies Cessna 402, Seneca, Falcon 2000 and E-mail: operations@norseair.co.za
and equipment need to be transported to Soverereign. www.norseair.co.za
J. R. R. Tolkien
Mythos restaurants are contemporary Greek making small talk with friends and family, is
restaurants with décor and an ambience that something a Greek would not trade for any
is stylishly elegant, but also appealing to other entertainment in the world.
those who enjoy a quiet romantic setting for The Greek passion for life, beauty and
two. Floor to ceiling concertina doors slide of course food ensures a joyous eating
back to ensure an excellent indoor-outdoor experience at every Mythos. The menu is
flow and there are plenty of outside tables a superb exploration of authentic Greek
with smart umbrellas for al fresco dining. cuisine. You can enjoy a variety of Meze, or
Food has always been a celebration for traditional cooked meals such as Kleftiko
the Greeks! Picking at Meze whilst sipping and Mousaka, or meat, fish and seafood
on a glass of chilled ouzo or retsina wine and dishes as mouth-watering alternatives.
Booking is essential:
Tel: +27 11 465 1633
Email: broadacres@adegas.co.za
Jane Austen
Brooklyn Mall is situated in the heart of Queenspark, Clicks, CNA, Mr Price Home,
Pretoria’s cosmopolitan Embassy suburbs. Mr Price Weekend Material, Game and
It combines all the right components to Checkers provide a comprehensive and
create a vibrant hub of activity for the sound matrix of choice.
Capital’s most prestigious neighbourhood. Additionally, there are 150 specialist
Brooklyn Mall offers convenience retail stores including stylish international
of one-stop-shopping catering to the trendsetting shops, designer boutiques
requirements of the most discerning catering for the needs of globetrotters in
shopper. A full complement of national search of fashion for all seasons, shoe
flagship stores such as Woolworths, boutiques, children’s wear and toys,
Edgars, Foschini, Stuttafords, Truworths, exclusive jewellers, luggage marts, furnishing
A rchitecturally spectacular
Menlyn Park has as its focal point the large four-storey
atrium known as The Cavendish Hall, covered with
a translucent, tent-like roof, similar in form and scale
to that used at the famous Denver Airport in Colorado,
USA. The Cavendish Hall is also supported by
three smaller halls and courts, the Cavendish Mini
and Aviary Courts and Celestial Hall.
All this activity, which adds more value to the shopper’s visit to Menlyn
Park, is further enhanced by the events that are continuously held at the
Parking is seldom a problem huge outdoor Events Arena. The Events Arena, which covers an area of
for the more than a 2 600 square metres and can seat over 1000 people, is big enough in which
million shoppers who visit the to present sports events, concerts and exhibitions. Our Play Park which
centre every month.To ensure that is situated at the Events Arena caters for kiddies under the age of 10. The
shoppers walk away having had the Play Park includes a road route with pedal cars, pedal rollers, plastic bikes,
Ultimate Experience, Menlyn offers Water tables, Giant Lego, Jungle Gym, Trampoline and a Sand pit. The
a range of Service Cards which allow Boogaloos Skate Park also forms part of the fun at the Events Arena catering
for convenient hassle free shopping; for the older children. The Events Arena hosts a number of events every
We offer Gift Cards which allow the “gift year; this ensures the offering stays fresh and exciting. Over weekends
of variety” to indulge in over 300 stores. kiddies are also entertained by Storytellers, face painters, balloon skulpters
To limit the frustration of standing in and buskers. .
queues and fumbling for change we offer
the Parking Top Up Card which can be At Menlyn Park Shopping Centre retail theatre is certainly the watchword
swiped on entry and exit to the mall and and with so much to do and see, it is a shopping experience well worth
topped up at any Pay Station. The VIP indulging in.
Assist Card allows entry into our designated
boomed off Paraplegic Parking area which
offers wider bays and security assistance.
Join our Moms & Toodles Club which will allow
you access to the Moms and Toodles parking
Cavendish Square
The perfect excuse to go shopping
Stoned Cherry
De Mill
Tiaan Nagel
Spitz is S.A.’s leading value and quality, branded footwear. They Spitz as a department store offering top
premium footwear and have attained this position by focusing international brands. The store was later sold
accessory emporium on an enhanced shopping experience, to Swiss company Bally and became Bally
for consumers that are superior service and international fashion Spitz. In 2006 Spitz was acquired by JSE
conscious about style, brands to delight their customers. listed holdings company, AVI.
quality, exclusivity and The path that Spitz has travelled over Spitz is a national chain with 60
brand. Spitz’s focus is on the past 40 years is one of entrepreneurial branches around the country, with
quality, branded footwear, delight and Spitz has set about winning further store growth envisaged following
accessories and men’s the hearts and soles of South African the extremely successful trading from
clothing, and commenced trading in 1968. shoppers since 1968. the latest new stores, which include
The company has unquestionably The luxury shoe emporium (initially A & D stand alone Kurt Geiger, Lacoste and
become the leader in its chosen niche of Spitz) was established by Anthony and David Geox stores.
Carvela fashion
Carvela mens
As the leading shoe emporium in South the range is the Carvela moccasin and consumers really have started to bare
Africa, they continually reach new frontiers, this classic is kept current with new their soles. More and more shoe shoppers
to bring their customers the very best colours, fabrics and patterns. Carvela are buying shoes that reflect how they
international designer shoe ranges. Besides offers a diverse collection of shoes and feel and where they come from and to
the trademark Spitz brands of Carvela incorporates everything from formal to quote some consumers, ‘My shoes tell
and Kurt Geiger they also bring other, casual to high fashion. people who I am’.
international fashion brands to South These brands have led the way to Customers expect to see all the qualities
African consumers such as: Lacoste, Geox, further enhance the image of the brand they’ve grown accustomed to in each of
J Reneé and Rockport. and to create a point of difference from the Spitz’s collections which are a luxurious
Carvela is one of Spitz’s most competition. look that is timeless, with premium comfort
established brands and has been part Spitz believes that each pair of shoes and renowned style. Spitz looks forward to
of the portfolio since the 70s. Core to tells a story and that South African indulging their consumers every shoe fancy.
www.spitz.co.za
The company designs, manufactures and fashionistas, local celebrities and fashion
markets True Religion Apparel products with editors alike, True Religion continues with
an expanding product line including high their commitment to the perfect fit, timeless
quality distinctive styling and fit in denim, style and the bohemenian chic, hippie flare.
sportswear, and other licensed products. True Religion Brand Jeans’ original vision
Worldwide, the first two quarters of 2008 has led this brand to be recognised as the
has seen a formidable evolution of the world leader in premium denim and has
brand with record breaking sales showing redefined jeans from an item of clothing into
a 63% increase from 2007 statistics for the a signature of ones lifestyle.
same period.
Locally, True Religion Brand Jeans was
introduced into the South African market in
2004 by Shawn Janet, president of Creation
1st Communications – the exclusive local
distributors. Endorsed by South African www.truereligion.co.za
Jo Borkett is a leading fashion brand for in a palette of grey, blue, green and brown,
sophisticated and successful women of all includes stylish Jackets, Coats and Knitwear.
ages. Experience the trend-setting style and At Jo Borkett you can be assured that you will Sandton City
cutting-edge European fashion available at find a garment for every occasion! Tel: +27 11 883 7240
Jo Borkett stores in Sandton City, Rosebank Jo Borkett, along with her talented design Fax: +27 11 883 7414
Mall, V&A Waterfront Cape Town and opening team, is regarded as one of the best in the
soon Cavendish Cape Town. business. Very rarely will you page through Rosebank
The Jo Borkett summer collection a magazine or fashion article without seeing Tel: +27 11 880 3892
incorporates linen suits, long and short the Jo Borkett label. The design team travels Fax: +27 11 442 8362
dresses, bubble sleeved pleat detailed four times a year splitting themselves between
blouses in satins and cottons with the colours: the United States, the East and Europe. This V&A Waterfront
Fuchsia, Electric Blue, Purple and Bright ensures their fabrics and styles are in-line Tel: +27 21 418 0096
Yellow taking centre stage. In the winter with those abroad. Jo Borkett believes in Fax: +27 21 418 9435
collection you will find interesting variations uncompromising quality, unique designs,
of check patterns and plaids. The collection, dedication and a passionate love for fashion! www.joborkett.co.za
www.golfino.co.za
Tara Hunt
A family business established in France in Werner, Eric Jourdan and Inga Sempé ligne roset was brought to South Africa
1860, they continue to see themselves as to name a few. It is this teamwork that by Barbara and Frank Liersch who
an industrial company on the cutting edge puts them ahead when it comes to design hail from Germany and have adopted
of technology and as an incubator for great and innovation and together with the South Africa as their new home. When
ideas. ligne roset has outlets in 25 countries incorporation of premium materials and visiting the large, elegant, double-
on five continents, their range is sold via meticulous construction, makes them volume showroom on Peter Place in
carefully selected trade partners. the leading European manufacturer of Lyme Park, Sandton, clients will be
ligne roset works in collaboration with contemporary furniture. Their design awards given a warm welcome and professional,
a team of world class designers, such include Red Dot, Best of the Best, Interior expert advice in an atmosphere where
names as Peter Maly, Pascal Mourgue, Innovation Award Cologne and Designpreis the air seems to breathe creativity and
Michel Ducaroy, Didier Gomez, Christian Der Bundersrepublik Deutschland. internationalism.
Pellerade
interiors furniture architecture
showroom : 58 - 7th Avenue
Parktown North, Jhb
Pellerade Johannesburg showroom. Tel: +27 11 788 7008
The London showroom opening shortly. www.pellerade.co.za
Ecostrong
Décor, Design and Interiors
Bamboo is fast becoming the most popular coats of a very resilient and hardwearing
choice of flooring for architects, interior Polyurethane and are UV cured. They are
designers and builders. It is an eco-friendly suitable for commercial and high traffic areas.
choice that considers the environment and Bamboo flooring is ideal for refurbishment
at the same time is extremely hardwearing because it arrives as a finished product
and attractive. More and more people are already coated so there is no unnecessary
finding out about the seemingly endless mess and dangerous fumes normally
benefits of a bamboo floor in both looks associated with onsite sanding and polishing
and practicality. and can be laid over existing flat floor tiles.
Bamboo is allergy free, extremely strong, Ecostrong offers a range of bamboo
environmentally friendly and termite resistant. products including flooring, decking, wall
The boards are coated with numerous cladding and furniture board. Our products
Cobra Gala
Cobra Stainless Steel
Cobra Taryn
Cobra Kitchen Taps and Mixers Make a Stainless Steel Kitchen Mixers:
Style Statement add a modern, neutral, elegant, clean
Today’s kitchen is not just a room for industrial appearance to any home. In
cooking. It often becomes part of the line with the trend towards stainless
family room and may even be used for steel kitchen gadgets.
entertaining guests. Taps and mixers have
become a vital component of any modern The Callisto: offers our customers
kitchen, therefore they need to look a trendy contemporary design that
attractive as well as being functional. creates a complete modern character
Cobra’s ongoing and accelerated program to any kitchen.
of product development has resulted in a
greater offering of trend setting designs of The Taryn Mixer: with swivel outlet
kitchen taps and mixers. Focusing on the and a retractable handspray offers both
kitchen and to make selection easier, Cobra standard and minimalist handle styles.
has combined its entire kitchen fitting ranges
in one comprehensive brochure, enabling Gala Mixer: has a swivel outlet which
customers to decide on the style and finish uses the standard Cobra anti-splash,
that suit their kitchen best. anti-lime aerator and a side mounted
handle.
Flex Supreme: has become popular in
modern kitchens. Cobra Flex Supreme For more than 50 years Cobra has
Cobra Callisto
has a standard swivel outlet and a large become synonymous with quality,
decorative, chrome-plated spring mounted innovation and design excellence. Cobra
hand spray. taps and mixers carry a 10 year warranty.
While the core business of Franke is systems eliminate running around and flexibility of choice, since each of the
the manufacture of high quality sinks, it spending valuable time and energy Franke product ranges can maintain its
has an extended product offering that trying to find the right accessory for the identity while forming part of a system for
integrates sinks and sink mixers with preparation of your meal. kitchens of varying sizes and designs.
custom-made accessories such as Innovative product design places The locally manufactured Franke
chopping boards, drainer trays, stainless Franke at the cutting edge of systems Cascade, Quinline and Curvline sinks
steel baskets and waste management that keep abreast with the latest with their modern, smooth, clean lines
products, including waste disposers and international trends in kitchen design. The are key examples of current trends in
inset bins. The ergonomically designed brand’s approach also affords consumers the market. The pioneering design of
Medscheme Life
Dental Care
DENTAL MAKEOVERS rest of the body follow. Any stained, missing WANT WHITER, BRIGHTER TEETH?
Everyone has the right to a healthy mouth or chipped teeth will be held in memory A great option for you might be a
and a beautiful smile. We wish to ensure and will be used to construct that First professionally administered tooth
people do not remain in the dark and that Impression – If you’ve lost confidence in whitening system. Patients with
they make informed decisions. your smile, we can help you get it back! natural teeth that are discoloured
We have state of the art surgeries all due to age, smoking or other
equipped to enable the clinician to use the Cosmetic Dentistry extrinsic staining factors are excellent
best techniques available in Dentistry today. Have you got total confidence in your candidates for tooth whitening.
smile? Do you have fresh breath? Are you Bleaching does not work as well on
First Impressions are important happy with the appearance, shape and teeth that have intrinsic staining. The
When we first meet a new person there is a colour of your teeth? results will vary from patient to patient.
subconscious way that our brains and eyes Patients with deep intrinsic stains can
interact with this person. Normally your Modern dentistry has a dazzling array of have other cosmetic options such as
eyes scan from their eyes, to their nose and techniques and systems to build a healthy, veneers and crowns to help achieve
then to their mouth. Only then would the attractive and confident smile. the desired results.
Jeauval Hair Salon has been at the forefront of hair care and styling
for over 19 years and recently received their third consecutive “Global
Salon Award”, the industry’s most prestigious international award.
Matis is a prestigious skincare brand Destination Spa of the year 2008 – of service with winning many industry awards
renowned throughout the world. Created Ruimsig Country Spa on an annual basis.
and manufactured in France, Matis has Ruimsig Country Spa have created a
been devoting all its expertise to beauty for sumptuous retreat, with exquisite landscaped Therapist of the year 2008 -
25 years. Its unique treatment techniques, gardens and water falls to soothe your nerves. Leanne De Veer from Ruimsig Country Spa
methods, protocols and products have made Their luxury spa is fitted with the latest beauty Leanne uses Matis as her brand of preference.
the brand a true trendsetter in the professional spa equipment and a full range of hydro
skincare market. facilities, with highly qualified staff including:
Matis develops its new product Somatologists, Nail Technicians, a Hair Stylist
technologies with a single objective: to offer as well as a Clinical Psychologist. Facilities To book a memorable
the best adapted treatment to each person so include private double-door cabanas, an grooming experience call:
that each grooming session becomes a pure indoor and outdoor heated pool, a jacuzzi and
moment of pleasure and wellbeing. a well equipped gym. Ruimsig Country Spa
Matis has become a name synonomous Tel: +27 11 958 2809/2852
with the winning of awards both here in South Day Spa of the year 2008 – www.ruimsigspa.co.za
Africa and abroad. Professional Beauty an Skin Sense Day Spa
industry magazine in the world of Health and Skin Sense opened its doors in 1996 with the Skin Sense Day Spa
Skincare in South Africa annually recognizes concept that time is precious and that their Tel: +27 11 807 6281
the top spa’s, salons and beauty therapists. clientele would have difficulty escaping to www.skinsensedayspa.com
This year Professional Beauty identified the health hydros for a week at a time. Their Day
following winners in the following categories Spa concept was pioneered with the slogan For further information and nearest stockist
which uses Matis to perform their professional “Escape the city within the city”. Skin Sense call Chantelle at Twincare International on
spa treatments: has consistently maintained a high standard +27 11 305 1600.
www.planetplatinum.co.za
Company Vision
Old Mutual Investment Group Property
Investments (OMIGPI) has a clear and focused
vision. Our objectives are:
Why India?
• Second largest population in the world
(1.1 billion)
• 50% of the population is younger than
25 years old and 70% is younger than
40 years old
• Large and growing consumer market
(300 million consumers)
• Robust GDP growth (8%) since 2003
• Fourth largest economy in the world
(PPP terms)
• Stable inflation (5%)
• Stable but appreciating currency
In April 2008 Routledge Modise joined and exchange control, adding depth to the
Eversheds International as the latter’s expertise of the professionals that were
first member on the African continent. already operating in those areas.
Eversheds LLP is one of the largest The firm identified Mauritius as a
international law firms, providing legal growing market with considerable
services to the business and finance business opportunities and Routledge
community and across a wide range Modise Eversheds (Mauritius) is in the
of industries both in the private and process of opening in Port Louis to
public sector. enable the firm to provide legal advice to
Presently Eversheds International has clients in that jurisdiction.
41 offices with 2600 legal and business Well aware that training and education
advisors in 26 countries and offers co- should form part of any law firm’s
ordinated legal expertise across Africa, commitment to its staff and the wider
Europe, Asia and the Middle East. New community, the Routledge Modise Law
member countries are added on an School was opened in September 2008.
ongoing basis. The South African office Its main aim is to provide training for
in Sandton, Johannesburg has over 130 candidate attorneys and to satisfy the
professionals and a total staff complement statutory requirements of attending
of close to 400. a board course approved by the
Eversheds’ Africa Desk is run jointly relevant law society for the purposes of
from the Johannesburg and Paris offices. admission as an attorney. Bursaries are
The association with Eversheds available to historically disadvantaged
International offers clients of the firm candidates as part of the firm’s social
increased resources and expertise with responsibility programme.
multi-jurisdiction solutions and access As an ongoing service to its clients the
to legal expertise on a global level. firm holds seminars and workshops on
A client coming into any office can take the latest legal developments on a regular
advantage of the services available from basis in its 105-seater auditorium.
all of them and can be assured of the
same high standards.
In addition, the firm enjoyed
unprecedented growth during 2007 and
2008 with a number of highly experienced
partners joining with specialist expertise in
niche markets, such as environmental law,
energy, oil and gas, telecommunications
and broadcasting, project finance, tax, www.eversheds.co.za
G4S has undergone massive growth both our customers that generate trust and we having applied our expertise to ensure
organically and through acquisitions. work in partnership for the mutual benefit that we operate as effectively as possible
Today, G4S Cash Services (SA) is part of our organisations. Whether our clients within a difficult working environment.
of the international G4S group, one of require a standard daily banking service
the largest global networks of security providing scheduled collections; money to Some of these innovations include:
operations worldwide. The group employs be moved to bulk banks on their behalf; the
over 570 000 people and operates in more provision of ATM front-end serving; bulk Custom-built premises
than 110 countries on 6 continents. The treasury management; pension distribution; Each branch has an insurance approved
South African cash operation employs payroll preparation/delivery and standby category 3, 4 or 5 bank vault, which is
3500 full-time employees and operates out guards and payout officials; the distribution necessary in instances where we have to store
of 25 branches and 11 depots strategically of traveler’s cheques, mail, ballot papers, money overnight. The branch is monitored by
situated throughout the country. We gold bullion and jewellery or even a full cash closed circuit television and all procedures are
manage a fleet of 800 armoured vehicles management and processing solution – we dual control.
that cover more than 43 million kilometres, are able to focus on their needs and offer the
per annum. best solutions available. CASH360 - An intelligent solution that
As part of a global organisation we as a We develop and demonstrate our really counts
business strive to meet the group’s vision expertise through our innovative and CASH360 has been designed to optimize
to be recognised as the global leader in leading edge approach to creating and the latest secure handling machines by
providing security solutions. We ensure delivering the right solution. This solution integrating them with G4S software and
this through adherence to our core values will differ depending on the client’s needs combining them with its cash transportation
in every aspect of our business. and the environment in which they operate. and processing services.
We have close, open relationships with In South Africa, we pride ourselves in This enables – for the very first time
FoneWorx has developed its own the-art computer hosting centre which services hosted and operated throughout
technology platform for the purposes of comprises biometric secure entry, motion Africa. To this end FoneWorx has
hosting all the various divisions and has detection, fire detection, underfloor air- established contractual relationships with
service provider agreements with Telkom, conditioning and wiring, uninterrupted over 56 mobile networks in 42 countries
MTN, Vodacom and Cell C. The platform power supply, generator back-up and 24/7 throughout Africa.
currently comprises in excess of 1,300 monitoring facilities. FoneWorx has its own sales team
channels of digital voice and data, which FoneWorx provides a range of value- which is responsible for soliciting work
makes it one of the largest independent added services offered either on a bureau- from a broad range of clients and, more
platforms in South Africa. based principle or bespoke services specifically, advertising agencies that
which can be deployed in a client’s own operate on behalf of a wide range of Fast
Infotainment Services particular environment. FoneWorx is Moving Consumer Goods companies
the preferred supplier of value-added (“FMCG”). The sales team is responsible
FoneWorx employs its own full-time mobile services to the South African for interacting with the client in terms of
programmers for the development, hosting Broadcasting Corporation (“SABC”) and in providing input on script writing, creative
and management of all its applications. addition thereto is the preferred supplier of input and the development and hosting of a
The company has developed a state-of- interactive SMS services to MultiChoice for particular service which is in alignment with
Business Services
Boston City Campus was founded in 1991, towards UNISA degrees, there are now over
with the intention to better equip UNISA 100 different career paths from which the
students to succeed in their examinations. learner can choose. From an initial 6 learners
The spectacular results obtained by UNISA in 1991, Boston City Campus & Business
students in their examinations resulted in College has grown to 47 Colleges nationwide,
Boston City Campus expanding beyond with over 25 000 learners in 2008.
expectations. Since inception, where Boston As they grew, new divisions were formed
City Campus was only offering tuition to address the specific needs of learners.
Moto-Maintenance Plan offers a fully A future step for the Moto-Lube group
comprehensive cover for all makes of is to sell pre-owned cars with motor-
vehicles, covering all maintenance and maintenance.
servicing expenses. MoTo-Lube is an outright leader in
This facility is backed by the Automobile motor vehicle servicing and repairs due
Association of South Africa and with to a unique approach to maintenance and
each plan sold the customer receives reliable service. Only top quality branded
free AA membership, guaranteeing their parts, which are on hand are used. They
customers hassle-free motoring, and ensure that the best service, best quality
funding tomorrows motoring costs at and best possible value at the lowest
today’s prices. Moto-Maintenance Plan possible price is provided.
also enhances the resale value of vehicles Over the past 16 years MoTo-Lube has
covered by this plan. expanded to five outlets, all of which are
Fourways Crossing
Spares: +27 11 467-0818/9
Service: +27 11 467-0821
Midrand
Spares: +27 11 315-7663
Spares: +27 11 315-1269
run on the same principle of uniformity invite interaction between clients and Parkmore
and premier quality of service and their professional workshop teams. Spares: +27 11 883-0942/3
maintenance. Constant brand-building has They are constantly growing and Service: +27 11 784-0478
resulted in their renowned reputation. improving their service and acknowledge
Strategically situated in prime it is vital to maintain all makes of cars and Rivonia
positions, MoTo-Lube outlets in Parkmore, to have the appropriate equipment and Spares: +27 11 803 -0096/0876
Wendywood, Fourways, Rivonia and parts in which to do so. Each branch is Service: +27 11 803-0084
Midrand are ideally placed. East and West equipped with diagnostic trouble code
Rand are targeted for future branches. readers, used for fault diagnosis on Wendywood
While building long-term vehicles, as well as on-board disc and hub Tel: +27 11 444-9090/2/3
relationships with their customers, calibrating systems, dynamometers, wheel
MoTo-Lube take pride in being alignment machines, exhaust benders,
transparent in all their dealings and number plate machines, etc. www.motolube.co.za
Oprah Winfrey
The primary operations are based in management, and specialist areas of individuals. We are represented by a
South Africa and the United Kingdom. aviation, marine, professional indemnity, countrywide network with offices in all
A significant network of subsidiaries political and credit risk, transportation main centres.
and partners ensures we provide an and other special risks. By committing ourselves to a
outstanding level of service to our As a leading independent provider of thorough understanding of your lifestyle
customers internationally. risk management services, Alexander and reacting rapidly to your ever-
Alexander Forbes’ customers include Forbes Risk Services has the expertise changing requirements, we are geared
small, medium and large organisations, necessary to deliver informed and to design and market a growing range
specialist groups and individuals. We innovative risk management solutions. of niche products tailored to meet your
focus on our customers to deliver an Our experience, gained over seventy evolving needs.
efficient and innovative local service years of providing expert advice, ensures Our brands serve different sectors of
by empowered people wherever we that your business risk-related needs are the individual market and include tailored
operate. focused on and your risks dealt with in household insurances incorporating
the most appropriate manner. contents, all risks, motor, buildings and
Alexander Forbes Risk Services specialised covers.
The activities of Risk Services include Alexander Forbes Insurance (AFI) We also offer personalised Group
corporate insurance broking, risk AFI is a specialist, dynamic team Schemes and approved motor brand and
management and risk finance consulting, focused on bringing outstanding 4x4 vehicle covers.
cell captive insurance facilities, claims customer service to affinity groups and For advice and information on any of
With over 50 outlets strategically located a trip abroad can enjoy the international
throughout the country, American Express support of the world’s most trusted brand
Foreign Exchange is the only name that together with in-depth local knowledge,
travellers need to know. Most local travel commitment and contacts.
agents refer their customers to American American Express offers foreign and local
Express Foreign Exchange, so those planning currency available in all major denominations
Since 2004, the NEF has approved Warehousing. Corporate Funding ranges
funding worth R1 billion to black from R5 million to R100 million.
entrepreneurs, and launched its first BEE The iMbewu Fund is a suite of products
retail product, the historic NEF Asonge aimed specifically at black entrepreneurs
Share Scheme, in June 2007. wanting to start new businesses as well
as supporting existing black-owned
Fund Management businesses with expansion capital. iMbewu
The NEF processes funding products include entrepreneurship finance,
applications by black businesses procurement finance, franchise finance, rural
for start-up, expansion and equity and community development projects. Here
acquisition objectives through its Fund funding ranges from R250 000 to R20 million.
Management Division (FMD). FMD is
structured into two funding operations, Codes of Good Practice
namely the Corporate Fund and the Importantly, the NEF plays a critical role in
iMbewu Fund. the implementation of the Codes of Good
The Corporate Fund offers several Practice (the Codes) that emanate from the
products aimed at improving access to Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment
BEE capital, namely Acquisition Finance, (BB-BEE) Act of 2003.
Project Finance, Expansion Finance, NEF CEO, Ms Philisiwe Buthelezi, says
Capital Markets Fund and Liquidity and the NEF product offering was designed to
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Exhibitions Association of
South Africa (EXSA)
EXSA’s core strategy is to actively grow and
develop the exhibition and events industry
within Southern Africa. This is achieved
through promoting the unique benefits
offered by exhibitions and events, and raising
the profile of their members which include
venues, organisers and suppliers.
World to Emonti
East London International Convention the profile of Premier Hotels and Resort
Centre (ELICC) managed by Premier Hotels International as a leading role player in the
& Resorts International is scheduled to open province, but it will also stimulate economic
its doors early 2009. Southern Africa’s only growth in the city of East London.
beachfront convention centre, this complex Located on the Esplanade, and
will also be the only conference and exhibition incorporating the 254 roomed Premier
venue of its magnitude in the Eastern Cape. Hotel Emonti as well as the adjacent 175
The unique positioning of the ELICC, allows rooms of the Premier Hotel Regent, the
it to become a central convergence point complex offers a range of accommodation
between all the major centres of South Africa. options to complement the ELICC. The
This private sector initiative will not only raise entire complex features a 600-seater
GAME PORTFOLIO
EXCLUSIVITY OF EXPERIENCE
Premier’s Game portfolio offers a number of
game lodges of repute and character in both
easily-accessible destinations for a corporate
breakaway, as well as ‘deep-bush’ locations
for that authentic wilderness experience.
CORPORATE PORTFOLIO
FACILITATING THE MEETING OF MINDS
AND CULTURES
Auditorium, a 2,200m² Exhibition hall, three The corporate portfolio of Premier Hotels
Conference rooms with a combined floor offers hotels and conference venues carefully
space of 800m², multiple breakaway and selected in mainstream and regional business
board rooms, and various restaurants. and travel destinations. These versatile
The ELICC’s multi functional conference properties offer the level of luxury and
venues equipped with state-of–the-art opulence in accommodation and state of Premier Hotels & Resorts International:
technology are suitable for conferencing; the art conferencing facilities that you would Cape Town, East London, Durban,
breakaway sessions; presentations; expect from a top portfolio. Our telesales Port Edward, Pretoria
workshops; exhibitions; concerts, cocktail and consultants are trained to take away the Head Office: +27 43 705 5000
banqueting events which can accommodate hassle and stress from business travel and Email: info@premierhotels.co.za
from small meetings for groups of 10, School conference organizing, and will ensure www.premierhotels.co.za
Summer Place combines classic design, A time and space for all things of versatile configurations of rooms,
décor and ambience with sheer joie de vivre, importance facilities and services are available to
harmoniously and elegantly. Summer Place is unsurpassed as set the scene for strategic discussions,
Its character is generous rather than rich, a venue for conferences, business key negotiations, private break-aways or
welcoming its guests without overwhelming functions and events. A professional commercial celebrations. Surroundings
them. It is a place where the most yet warm ambiance has been created, conducive to the creation of wealth,
distinguished of visitors can feel contented. where it is abundantly clear to see, provide tangible inspiration for sound
Truly a place for all seasons. that business, truly matters. Efficient, decision-making and significant action.
A group of strategic business units supplying Design category for its stand for CFP Tyres.
a seamless integration of exhibition services Exhibition organisers, Rowena Suthers and
including furniture hire, exhibition stand Liana Shaw, had no hesitation in awarding
design and construction, electrical hire, Gold to 3D based on its innovative design
portable displays, country pavilions and shell and precision stand construction.
schemes, 3D has in just eight months of Said Suthers: “It is always a pleasure
2008, for example, shone at Agri Foods Expo, to work with 3D. The entire team – from
Engen Retail Expo, Durban Motor Show, directors down to stand builders and
Tyrexpo, and Markex, to name but a few. electricians – is always professional, timeous
At the Durban Motor Show, the 3D and courteous. These qualities, while not
Group took two awards for stand design essential to constructing good exhibition
and construction: Gold for its stand for BP stands, certainly play a major role, however,
and Bronze for GWM (Great Wall Motors). in making their clients’ exhibition experiences
Both stands were based on the high quality as smooth as possible and ensuring them a
modular Octanorm system. Staying with successful show.”
the motoring theme, at Tyrexpo Africa, it The Group also won Best Stand at the
was awarded first place in the Best Stand Engen Retail Expo held at Sun City for a
Our innovative outdoor media applications allow for specific directional messaging, In addition to their community benefits, Street
offer the marketer frequency and reach bringing a unique and contemporary feel to Name Ads are an outstanding medium for the
through cost effective solutions that clearly the commercial street scenes of South Africa. delivery of repetitive messages to the highly
deliver the right message to the right lucrative and growing township market.
audience, over and over again. Illuminated Mini Billboards
Street Pole Ads, Illuminated Mini Billboards, Illuminated Mini Billboards combine the Event Ads
Street Name Ads, Event Ads, Sponsored efficiency of repetitive messaging with the Forming an integral part of the media
Road Traffic Signs, Billboards, Event Flags maximum impact achieved by large billboard mix supporting any successful event
and ID Lites form part of our national network type displays, for cost-effective delivery of campaign, Event Ads are located on major
of more than 40,000 advertising signs: brand messages 24 hours a day. routes to secure maximum exposure for
up to two weeks prior to events. High
Street Pole Ads Street Name Ads quality custom-designed frames offer slick
Street Pole Ads deliver consistent repetitive Implemented in Soweto more than 5 years brand presentation, with council bylaw
exposure on prime locations throughout ago, the ground-breaking Street Name Ads compliancy guaranteed.
South Africa, including schools, shopping pilot project facilitated the installation of
centres, gyms, office parks and high traffic 2500 street-name poles on township streets Sponsored Road Traffic Signs
volume routes. Double sided display panels previously without any street-name signage. Sponsored Road Traffic Signs is an
John Ruskin
We pride ourselves in the diversity of G3 Design takes a comprehensive brief from ceilings and bulkheads that assist in defining
Design related skills that we offer our the client, where we engage an understanding open spaces.
clients. G3 Design has over the past few of the clients requirements and desires. Every façade, room and angle is
years successfully completed Projects in G3 Design is an established and dynamic detailed with specific attention to ensure
the following fields: practice that has its roots in Architectural that all aspects work in synergy with the
and Interior Design. With this grounding, desired theme. Balance and proportion is
• Architecture our team assesses the brief, the site and exceptionally important in all aspects, from
• Alterations the environment to provide the client with a the articulated roof lines down to intricate
• New Homes and Offices design that exceeds their expectations. shopfitting and detailing.
• Corporate Interiors Every aspect of the project is designed and We offer a commitment to ensuring that
• Retail Interiors detailed from floor detailing to the treatment of your project is completed punctually and with
Garry Marshall
2009 is set to throw up major challenges the pace, despite increasing volumes and
for the logistics industry in South Africa. a taxing environment.
The green revolution, high fuel prices, “Our industry thrives on challenges,”
the credit crunch and security legislation asserts Garry Marshall, Executive Director
are just four of the pressures this of the South African Express Parcel
indispensable industry is facing, and the Association (SAEPA). “We have some very
country gets its dress rehearsal for the creative thinkers and many innovative
2010 Soccer World Cup with the influx of solutions in South African logistics.”
equipment, materials and visitors for the Since logistics and transportation are
2009 Confederations Cup. seen as a major source of carbon footprint,
As trade volumes continue to grow they need to be managed efficiently. The
- imports and exports both up by 30% reaction of many companies to the idea of a
according to The Department of Customs green supply chain is a concern that cutting
- the authorities continue improving the CO2 means additional costs. The reality is
port, airport and road infrastructure. that leaner logistics not only reduces the
Logistics service providers are matching carbon footprint - it cuts costs too.
Robust
The credit crunch has given further impetus
to the need to trim inventory. Excess stock
doesn’t produce income, wastes space,
ties up capital and incurs unnecessary
transportation. Continued improvements in checks,” says Marshall. “All parties in the
time-assured transportation allow suppliers chain - including the supplier - are required to
to cut stockholding. “Fast distribution options be much more security conscious.”
allow orders to be fulfilled overnight or the Service providers are making their
Efficiency next day without having to duplicate stock in premises physically secure, installing security
Greater efficiency per trip is thus essential. multiple outlets.” measures, obtaining clearance and providing
“Couriers and forwarders are skilled in the training for staff involved in cargo handling.
art of consolidation and delivery schedule Resilient This means a considerable investment in time
optimisation,” says Marshall. “It’s irresponsible Adding to the complexities of the logistics and money. The eager compliance has shown
for a manufacturer to throw resources behind framework, the International Civil Aviation the industry is ready for the new international
one item when a professional third party Organisation (ICAO) has announced regulatory regime. It will ensure cargo
service provider will consolidate it with many stringent new regulations. These address does not incur unnecessary delays, thus
others and still meet deadline. This saves the risks caused by ignorance as well as contributing to the reputation of South Africa
time, fuel and duplicated resources.” deliberate interference with consignments. as a reliable trading partner.
Logistics experts also guide manufacturers As a signatory, South Africa’s Civil Aviation
in reviewing packaging. “We see greater use Authority (CAA) is implementing the measures
of bio-degradable and re-usable packaging,” early in 2009.
says Marshall. “This makes companies “To ensure aviation safety and security For more information, contact
less wasteful. Packaging advances have are not compromised, all cargo must be Garry Marshall on 0861 106 402.
significantly reduced weight and volume subjected to one or more specified security www.saepa.org.za
Durban, Cape Town, Johannesburg and kilometers from the Container Terminal. All yacht building. Some of these students
Pretoria. The new Port Elizabeth office, the depots have Customs bond facilities. are amongst the crew who sailed very
which was converted from an existing MSC has contributed significantly successfully, in the America’s Cup which
national monument, was opened in 2004 to community upliftment and training culminated in Valencia in 2007.
and the restoration alone cost R6.5-million. schemes, such as ABET, which have been The company undertook the principle
The ‘Italian Village’ built in 1996 at the implemented for previously disadvantaged sponsorship of the SA America’s Cup 2007
Umhlanga Ridge is comprised of seven staff members. Assistance has been campaign as part of its 25th Anniversary
houses to accommodate MSC’s Italian given in the upgrading of community celebrations in South Africa. Without
personnel and their families, and is now properties such as hospitals and schools MSC’s support this challenge and the
valued at R30-million. with a special emphasis placed on Aids fantastic results achieved would simply not
Another success has been MSC’s awareness. The company has also have been possible.
diversification into the business of their participated in the ‘Habitat for Humanity’ The major success factor in South
own container depots. These are situated scheme for the past two years. Africa has been the extremely close
in Durban, Cape Town, Johannesburg and The ‘MSC Izivunguvungu Foundation for relationship that MSC has built with
Rosslyn, Pretoria that boasts its own rail Youth’ organisation which was started in clients, a strategy that will hopefully see
siding as was promised to MSC’s clients, Cape Town with the cooperation of the SA MSC moving into the number one position
particularly the motoring industry easing Navy has benefited up to 250 previously in the world in the future.
the access to their manufacturing plants. disadvantaged youths; classrooms have
The newest depot is the Port Elizabeth been provided at the Simonstown Naval
one which is situated in the Nelson Base, full time tutors have been employed MSC House, 54 Winder Street,
Mandela Park near Uitenhage and which and learners are provided with transport Durban 4001
became fully operational in April 2006. A as well as their meals. The youngsters are Tel: +27 31 360 7911
second Durban Depot is currently under given tuition in academic subjects and are Fax: +27 31 332 9297
construction on a site situated only 3 being schooled in all aspects of sailing and www.mscgva.ch
Berco Express, the leading South African services throughout its 14 branches.
courier, guarantees its customers complete Acknowledged as the provider of quality
peace of mind through service excellence. services to industry for all consignments
Winner of numerous prestigious awards, including high-value, time-sensitive
including being one of South Africa’s Top shipments, Berco Express has grown in
300 National Companies, Berco Express a time span of 18 years to become one
offers a complete range of domestic of the largest and most highly respected
and international courier and logistic courier companies in South Africa. This
“We accept the assignments conventional of shipment. Since we’re not constrained
express companies avoid as well as by one-size-fits-all global procedures, we
matching their service for routine items,” says don’t expect customers to fit in with standard
Grant Fletcher, Managing Director. “Our core operating procedures and office hours.”
business is mass express distribution with Fast and Furious relishes every challenge.
a bias towards the Advertising/Marketing People in the company enjoy a permanent
industries and home-delivery cosmetics.” adrenalin rush. They work late. They work
The company’s competitive advantage weekends. They have excellent relationships
derives from meeting impossible deadlines with transporters, brokers, airlines and
for all kinds of time-sensitive consignments. shipping lines that enable them to “make
“We offer a customised service to deliver a plan” when a job demands extraordinary
exactly what customers want, no matter how performance.
extreme the urgency nor the size or nature The media industry is the most time
Abraham Lincoln
South Africa has garnered an international Resort, Clifton, Legend Golf & Safari and the provinces in our diverse corner of Africa has
reputation for its natural splendour, wide Knysna Heads. a character that is uniquely its own.
open vistas, genial people, rich and varied Property options in South Africa are as By way of example, the Western Cape is
cuisine, dramatically different landscapes diverse as the people and vistas on offer. known world over for its generous wines and
and comfortable climate. Thousands of From dusty Platteland dorpies that time gnarled vineyards, KwaZulu-Natal is revered
foreign visitors land on our shores annually has forgotten, to the urban energy that as the home of Shaka and the great Zulu
to sample and enjoy our exceptional way epitomises Johannesburg as ‘Egoli, the City nation and Gauteng is regarded as being the
of life and the diverse cultural tapestry of Gold’, the majestic Table Mountain and industrial giant of the South. Mpumalanga
that is uniquely South African. It is not the gentle sweep from the uKhahlamba- is the land where the Big Five roam free, the
surprising therefore that one such trend Drakensberg Mountains to the warm Indian Northern Cape is home to the Big Hole and
that is emerging is that these visitors are Ocean in KwaZulu-Natal. South Africa offers the diamond fields of yesteryear and the
often compelled to end their sojourn to our both local and foreign property purchasers undulating hills of the Eastern Cape are the
country with the purchase of their own piece a plethora of locations when it comes to birthplace of one of South Africa’s greatest
of heaven, in places such as Zimbali Coastal making investment choices. Each of the 11 national treasures, Nelson Mandela.
• We pre-qualify you so that you know • We explain the stages of buying your
how much you can spend before you home, pointing out the responsibilities
start looking. of everyone involved, when money
is due and the potential pitfalls along
• We outline all the costs of buying a the way.
home so you don’t get any surprises
down the line. This includes all the • We are on hand to assist you
costs involved in buying a home, throughout the process until the day
including up-front payments, monthly you move in.
repayments and any other costs that
may occur as a part of the property Bond Choice has relationships with four
transaction. This is important as the of the major banks, Standard Bank,
www.bondchoice.co.za
Access Africa Property Group was started in the process and all working on a central web- the buyer to make an informed decision.
March 2005 by Harry Meyburgh and Michael based platform, the Developer has immediate Photographs, 3D floor plan layouts, digital
Hartman and has been set up specifically access to any project sales information at the renderings and other pre-visualisation images
to provide sales administration solutions to touch of a button, or rather click of a mouse. further enhance the experience that buyers
Residential Property Developers. We bring a Developers benefit massively when they will go through when they visit the interactive
new approach by using the latest technology are able to focus on delivering their project, web-map on an Access Africa client website.
to provide access to accurate “real time” knowing that the sales administration is in The “techno-advanced” can perform a
sales information such as Sales & Bond capable hands. They can at any time access variety of property and price searches, create
Status and to track the entire process through the system and determine the exact status of favourites and email them to their estate agent
to registration. By incorporating the Sales actual bankable deals, verified by being able for comment and assistance.
Agents, Bond Originators and Attorneys in to view key documents such as the Deed of Access Africa ultimately provides the tools
Sale, Deposit and Bond Grant online. Vital to Increase Sales, Reduce Risk and allows
information in the form of many different the Developer to take Full Control of all
reports, drawn from the information database, aspects relating to the Sales Administration of
allows the Developer to asses the risk and Property Development Projects.
bankability of the project as it progresses.
Access Africa’s products also make the
buying process much easier as potential
buyers can view elements of the development
for sale from anywhere in the world. Essential
information such as the availability of units For more information or enquiries,
or stands, the correct price, size, and a short please contact us on 0861 AAFRICA
description is immediately available, allowing www.a-africa.co.za
Access Africa, through technology partner to a water sports club and a “community
Red-i provided the solution in the way of centred” clubhouse.
their virtual reality program, Geo 4-D. This The Bay seeks to offer a balanced mix
has enabled the developers to take their of freestanding sites as well as medium
clients on a virtual fly-over of the entire to high density cluster and townhouse
estate including the layout and positioning of developments, allowing a wider proportion
every golf hole. This technology incorporates of the market to invest and enjoy the
both actual photographic footage and facilities that the estate has to offer.
graphically generated images. The image The Bay Golf Estate will adopt energy
above is a still captured off this platform. efficient procedures, with a minimum
Just 45 minutes from Sandton and requirement of low emission lighting, gas for
Pretoria on the southern shores of cooking and solar heating. The application
Hartbeespoort Dam, The Bay Golf Estate of grey water for irrigation and indigenous
offers an ideal primary living base for those fauna and flora and water efficient grasses
looking for secure living in wide open form part of the holistic approach to water
spaces, far enough away from the drudgery conservation.
and traffic of city suburban living. Construction on the site, which is
The Bay Golf Estate is the second subject to achieving sufficient pre-sales,
residential property development in is planned for March 2009 with property
Hartbeespoort Dam for Johannesburg- transfers scheduled for mid 2010. By
based developer Ivora Properties. then it is expected that interest rates will
Scheduled for official launch in Spring 2008, have dropped resulting in an increase in
The Bay Golf Estate will feature some 500 disposable income further improving the
home sites starting at R650 000 and will growth and demand for properties. The
be served by the area’s first fully fledged cleanup project for Hartbeespoort Dam,
retail shopping centre. The 18-hole golf Harties Metsi-a-me, should also have visible
course will be designed by world-renowned results within 2 years, further improving
golf-course architect company Matkovich investment values in the region.
and Hayes, with legendary SA professional The Bay Golf Estate is an astute
Dale Hayes involved in the design process investment offering great views of the dam,
together with the much revered Peter Magaliesberg mountains and surrounds. It is
Matkovich for the very first time. Lifestyle well placed in close proximity to Pecanwood
facilities include an exclusive crèche service; College and a medical facility is being
a top health spa as part of the estate’s hotel; planned for the area. Other anticipated
recreational facilities from tennis courts upgrades will be the new PWV3 highway.
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Sound economic policies The government has made it clear that trademarks and disputes conform to
Since the beginning of democracy in 1994, foreign investment is welcome in South international norms.
South Africa’s economy has been structurally Africa, and investor-friendly policies support South Africa’s financial systems are
transformed. Macro-economic policies have these public pronouncements. sophisticated, robust and well regulated.
been implemented with the aim of promoting South African banking regulations rank with
domestic competitiveness, growth and Favourable legal and business the best in the world, and the sector has
employment and increasing the economy’s environment long been rated among the top 10 globally.
outward orientation. South Africa has a world-class, progressive Foreign banks are well represented and
South Africa’s central bank, the SA legal framework. Legislation pertaining to electronic banking facilities are extensive,
Reserve Bank, maintains its independence commerce, labour and maritime issues is with Internet banking a growth feature of
from the government. The Bank’s programme particularly well developed. Laws relating the sector. The JSE Limited (Johannesburg
of inflation targeting has shown good results. to competition policy, copyright, patents, Stock Exchange) rates among the top 20
The Weom Apartments is a City pad that system is state of the art with plasma
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