HOLA mahigh SCHOOL Your Life Magazine
NSFAS lo ans your studies
News Anchoring What’s it all about?
EXCLUSIVE
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MATRIC REPORT Pass with flying colours
Cool hampers from Clean and Clear, Rango the movie,BIC and Nolly Books!
Department of Education plans for you in 2011
LAUNCH ISSUE
Slikour notes on Big Dreams
Wanna get published? READ ON TO FIND OUT HOW!
Contents / April 2011 Launch Issue Vol 1
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02 EDITOR’S LETTER
16 OPEN DAYS
06 PUBLISHER’S FEEDBACK
18 COVER STORY
A fresh start!
Made it possible for you, with you
07 INSPIRATIONAL
A Dare to Dream Note from Slikour
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An introduction to your soon-to-be-favourite magazine
11 CONNECT WITH HOLA!
Connect with us everywhere, anytime
12 STUDY FURTHER
Taking a casual look at how NSFAS works
14 PARTICIPATION
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Opening the doors to career possibilities We chat to One Day Leader candidates about leadership & being young South Africa
22 THE CLIPBOARD
Taking a look at what’s making news world wide
24 SCIENCE PAGE
Chemistry in the Classrooms
26 HOT OFF THE PRESS
So what’s a new trend, fad, deal or appointment?
27 CAREERS
News-anchoring, what’s it all about?
28 MATRIC REPORT
Equipping yourself for success
Contents
38 Cassandra is fed up with making wedding gowns for other women. She would have liked nothing better than to head down the aisle herself, but she is missing a critical ingredient – a willing groom!
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Cassandra eventually turns to online dating in her search for Mr Right. What starts off as a fun diversion turns into an obsessive compulsion she can’t seem to shake.
Kagiso discovers her flirting online and she has to deal with the disastrous consequences … will she ever get to have a wedding of her own? ‘Cassandra kept me in stitches all the way through this book. I think we’ve all got a bit of her in us somewhere. What won’t we do for love and a fabulous wedding!’
Sis ’ Nolly X
Looking for Mr Right
When her neighbour Kagiso appears on the scene, she is reluctant to give up her cyber adventures even though she is learning that what glitters in cyberspace isn’t always gold in the flesh.
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A Nollybooks Romance
32 KEEPING IT REAL
41 CD REVIEWS
33 SHAPE UP
42 MOVIE REVIEW
34 RELATIONSHIPS
44 GADGETS
36 BOOK ZONE
45 TRAVEL
If you abuse drugs, drugs will abuse you Why sleep is good for you Love your siblings more
Homegrown reading for pleasure
37 TELEVISION,THEATRE Whats new in these frames?
38 FASHION NEWS
Hot or not?
Animated Wild Wild West with Rango Latest coolest gadgets to collect MTVBASE VJ Fikile ‘Fiks’ Moeti shares her worldly education
46 JOBURG WATER Playing your part
Zanele Ncane wins Vukani Fashion Award, off to Brazil
47 DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
40 GETTING TO KNOW OUR ARTISTS
48 SPORTS
15 things you don’t know about Kwesta
Plans to make schooling easier for everyone in 2011 Being active does wonders for you holistically
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Fresh start!
Editor Unathi Twala
Name : Sipho Thabete, DiepKloof Zone 3 Age : 21
A fresh start! First meetings are always awkward and this one is not any different. So, I guess I should break the ice, Hola! I’m Unathi. You and I are going to be having these beautiful run-ins for a very long time. This is the very �irst issue of Hola MaHigh School Magazine, your new bff. I live for Student Advocacy and Youth Development, I can not begin to explain how excited I am to be part of this great initiative of empowering young people (shout out to Romele Publishers and team). It’s important to understand the magnitude of an empowered
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individual and it’s ripple effect, especially from a young age.
Slikour’s exclusive Dare to Dream note (page 6) has left me inspired, I hope it in�licts a light within you as well, to start amazing projects. My Tuesday evenings since the start of the One Day Leader show on Sabc 1 have been injected with debating spirit, information and quite exciting. Spunky, highly opinionated, educated a collective- the 6 candidates did not hold back even in their exclusive interviews ( page 18). 2011 has huge shoes to �ill from last year, �ind out what the DOE has instore for
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this year. I encourage that everyone reads the Matric Report to equip themselves for success in time. These 52 whole pages are planned for your enjoyment, so read on and Hola! back at HYPERLINK “mailto:holamahighschool@ gmail.com” holamahighschool@ gmail.com We can’t wait to hear from you, see your photos, read about your lives and business initiatives etc. You’re Still In The Running of becoming the Best You,You can be! SHINE!
send us mail and pictures to holamahighschool@gmail.com
Publisher’s Feedback
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level i all readers! Thanks for opening this little new magazine, designed for you. Please read on and let me explain what this adventure is all about: Hola MaHigh-School is a twopronged approach:
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We will publish stories written by you, high school students and youth just finished matric. We have regular columns (CD reviews, games, science, world news, etc etc), which our editor, Unathi, will talk more about.
We will have different themes and the stories will be picked accordingly. I would like to say that the magazine will be funky and vibrant, but it will be up to you what the magazine will be like. Trust us, I don’t think we would like to decide what is “funky” anymore. The magazine will be of use to you as the articles can help you in your life. After all, these are
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written by your fellow students, not by us. Of course it will be “educational” but sorry, no long faces and finger pointing from our side. Your fellow students know what it is all about. Hola MaHigh-School is also your opportunity to get into trying your skills in a lot of different ways. The first one is as a writer (journalist). We know that you can and that it would be great to have a story published in a magazine going to all schools in Gauteng (to start with). You could be in high school or just finished, but rest assured: If you can do it, we will publish you! The other area where we are interested in working with you is our entire administration. We are looking for people interested in book-keeping, design and lay-out, office admin, advertising sales, etc. Well, everything really. You will get into a real business environment (when you have finished matric) where you will have a chance to shine, but also to make your first mistakes. Who is perfect? But we will give you a “forgiving” environment and give you the chance to have had a first job and getting used to working in a high-powered and high-adrenalin environment. It is easy to construct a “vision and mission” nobody can relate to, Our’s is simple: Hola MaHigh-School is a real business offering real jobs to real (and really young) people for a real salary! It is our vision that the entire magazine is produced by youth and that youth will occupy nearly all positions in this adventure. There is no better way to become an auditor, than to have had the responsibility for the books in a real company for a year. The handshake is also that after some time, you will have to give up the seat for the next candidate, but you will shine and have the “swagger” from having had experience in a real job!
One asked us a good question: what language will you see us writing in? The answer is simple: Whatever you are most comfortable in! No, we will not translate your articles. We celebrate a little bit of diversity and heritage as any highschool student should be (reasonably) fluent in two or three languages. So, if you battle with reading an article, get better or get help from your mates. Please take this opportunity to excel and shine! Romele Publications
Inspiration
DARE TO
DREAM
YOUR OWN DREAMS n life we are all like empty shells that need to be filled, when you are in school you have guidance teachers that try navigate your path based on subjects you excel in. The truth is, they can only assume where your career should go, but they can’t navigate where your life will go. Within all of us there’s a little voice that tells us wrong from right or what we can or can’t do in life. This voice determines what you eventually become and naturally is positive cause it’s the voice that births your dreams, aspirations and goals.
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A lot of people are scared of the dreams and ambitions this voice plants in their heads and they end up adopting the voices of the world. Take for instance if you like the colour pink and but what’s popular is red you tend to withdraw your opinion to avoid any criticism. This is what we do with the voice that plants our dreams we withdraw ourselves from anything that would make us look like outcasts ,hence we don’t apply ourselves to being different but ,we put that energy into conforming so at the end of the day there would be nothing special about us cause we like everything in the world that’s deemed popular. I have always loved rap music but the one thing I knew is that my life and who I am is nothing like the American rappers. This never broke my spirit nor did it make me stop listening to the voice in my head. Even then so many people were telling me how impossible it is to pursue a rap career. When it eventually happened not only did I have a successful rap career but, I was also a part of the movement that changed the South African music industry. My dream and my drive not only made me a success but it opened doors for other young rap artists when recording companies started investing into hip hop music. I always wanted security because in the music industry nothing is guaranteed so I invested in a transport business then started a below the line music agency call Ventilation Productions.
I was told by many again that we wouldn’t be able to build it. The voice in my head knew what was right and nothing could stand in my way. Five years later we’ve worked and are working with local and global brands doing the strategies and below the line marketing. I never got the opportunity to finish my education but I sometimes believe I would be in a better position with some of my businesses if I studied so sometimes I need to employ people with a greater understanding.
I’m still on my journey and the biggest challenge in my life is not getting a certain amount of money to get a certain car but it’s listening to myself and the voice to get the means to one day have any material thing in the world. What’s your voice of individuality saying to you and are you listening to it?” Siyabonga ‘Slikour’ Metane
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Editor Unathi Twala unathi.twala@hotmail.com
Production & Art Director Studio83 - we@studio83.co.za
Advertising Sales Next Level Management Services cc Sybil Otterstrom 011 614 5046/076 360 1792 Sybil @next-level.co.za Publishing Romele Publications cc PO Box 53056, Troyeville, 2139 011 614 5046 Publisher Sybil Otterstrom
Financial Manager Ivan Otterstrom Distribution On-the-Dot Printing Paarl Media
Enquiries 32 Eleanor Street, Troyeville / 011 614 5046 Sybil@next-level.co.za
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ola MaHigh School is a monthly, free magazine targeted at grades 10 – 12 and FETs. It is starting in Gauteng with 50,000 copies. The aim is to be nationwide by 2012. It’s funky, upbeat, highly motivational and empowering, well written and compiled. We really have the best of all worlds needed to run a tight media production. Most importantly lest we lose track of the vision, this publication is written for the youth and by the youth. We pride ourselves in offering writing experiences to young writers (etc) that don’t have that much writing experience. The vision is simply to groom ambitious youth as a small team, getting them, ready to work in the bigger world.
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OUR CONTRIBUTORS Letlhogonolo Ndlhovu About Letlhogonolo: I’m a journalism graduate from Varsity College, that loves reading and writing about issues that educate her aswell. I plan to study Communication Science through UNISA next year. Infact I want to study so many things and not to limit herself. I want to be a great photographer, graphic designer and author of great books I have written. I found out about Hola! on the Bizcommunity website. This is just beginning of many great ideas and articles to be written. Letlhogonolo interviewed Vanencia and
Introduction Zwelethu (One Day Leader) and wrote Study Tips.
Phumeza Tontsi About Phumeza: I grew up in Mdantsane, a township outside East London, in the Eastern Cape. Spent most my life in there and Johannesburg is the second city I’ve resided in. I had interest in media, so I went on to study Public Relations and later enrolled for National Diploma in Journalism at the Walter Sisulu University in
2008. My dream is to become a good and well known writer or television producer. A colleague told me about Hola! And I was interested. I have written about Open days and Career Paths, aswell as did the Career Profile because they are one of the most important topics especially for the youth is learning about life challenges.
Higher Education and the Joburg Water Editorial. Branny Mthelebofu About Branny: I was born in Mokopane, Limpopo Province. I love writing, art, music, socialising, people, theatre, movies, exhibitions and cooking delicious food at home. I dream to produce feature films and documentaries. I’d also like to release a gospel, currently I’ve recorded five tracks. Branny contributed to the music and movie pages.
Jason Fleetwood About Jason: I have studied towards a Marketing NVC at an FET college called South West Gauteng College (SWGC), Technisa Campus of which I achieved five distinctions. I have since enrolled as a fulltime media student, currently studying towards a 3 year diploma in advertising and public relations. My dream is to own an image consultancy and brand communications agency within the next 5 to 10 years. It takes a lot of hard work and dedication, and I’m prepared to give it everything I have to reach my goal. “We were all born with the ability to succeed in life – yet only few of us have the courage to take on the challenge.” I’m a proud contributor of this great youth magazine.
Phumeza wrote Career Profile and Open Days.
Slindokuhle Mbuyisa has always wanted to be a Political Analyst but fell in love with journalist as she grew older. She has always loved the idea of working in an environment that will educate her peers about issues that affect them directly, she came across Hola Mahigh School in time and fell in love with it. She hopes to write articles that make readers see hope where they thought there isn’t and push them to think outside the box. Her biggest dream at the moment is to become a Media Strategist and to help make the world a better place. Slindokuhle wrote Exploring Financial Aid for
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Jason wrote “If You Abuse The Substance It Will Abuse You” and the Matric Report.
Shoneez Francis About Shoneez: My name is Shoneez Francis aka Neesie. I dream to travel the world. I found out about Hola! through an advert on Facebook. I thought interviewing the two candidates from One Day Leader, was a great experience and I had a lot of fun speaking to them. Karabo Maila About Karabo: I am a 21 year-old Journalism graduate from Mabuya Park, Vosloorus who finds interest in fashion, dancing, writing original essays, and meeting different people. One thing I find makes me unique is my ability to adapt to most situations I find my myself in, in spite of how foreign and uncomfortable they may be at first hand. I have decided to venture into a complex career such as Media because with experience there is a certain quality in your work that gains recognition. I’d like to see myself play a significant role in radio more so at Sports presenting, news reading, production and journalism- ultimately an outstanding female presenter on radio. Karabo wrote Be a sport and live long and interviewed One Day Leader candidates.
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CONNECT WITH US! We would like to hear from you Write to us and share your thoughts on the everything – what you would like to see and WIN some cool exclusive prizes! Email us on holamahighschool@gmail.com"or send a fax to 011 614 5047 or call on 076 360 1792,or 074 163 9324 Forget daily, try hourly to connect with us on our twitter and facebook pages and let us journey along with you. Facebook.com/hola!mahighschool www.twitter.com/holamahighsch My High School What makes your school the best from other school? Write us in and we will profile your school in the mag. Writers block Send in your writings or poetry etc and we could be reading your stuff HOL A MAHIGH SCHOOL | 11
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EXPLORING
FINANCIAL AID FOR HIGHER EDUCATION.
Slindokuhle Mbuyisa looks at the National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS), which combines the idea of a loan and bursary for the benefit of the student.
WHAT IS THE NSFAS? The cost of higher education keeps rising every year, and often exceeds the inflation rate. You can expect to pay between R10 000 and R30 000 and more for each year of undergraduate study at a South African university. Although tertiary education is so expensive, a tertiary qualification has the potential to boost your income and place you at the peak of your chosen career. It is very important to understand how loans and bursaries work before signing up to one. Many people assume that receiving a bank loan is easier and faster than applying for a bursary - which you may not even receive at the end of the day.
The National Student Financial Aid Scheme (NSFAS) is a loan and bursary scheme operating in terms of Act 56 of 1999 and funded by the National Department of Education. It was set up to ensure that students who cannot afford to fund their own studies will have access to funding for tertiary education. Up to 40% (and 100% of your final year) of the loans can be converted into bursaries, 12 | HOL A MAHIGH SCHOOL
depending on students’ pass rates. The good news is that loan repayments are based on how much a graduate will earn after university and the interest charged on loans is also subsidised and therefore considerably less than the commercial rate charged by banks. The difference between a loan and bursary is fairly straightforward. A bursary is the portion of the award that does not need to be repaid, while a loan is money you borrow to cover tertiary studies, and that must be paid back. Repayment begins only when you are employed and your annual salary is R30 000 or more.
TESTIMONIAL
Many students have enjoyed the benefits of NSFAS and have praised their experience with the loan organisation. Many students felt the opportunity to study at a college or university was just a dream - until they explored the option of NSFAS. Elaine Sedibe, is a graduate from one of Gauteng’s
Study Further leading universities. She is one of many students who has had a positive experience in using NSFAS as a loan and bursary option for tertiary education. She never thought it would be financially possible to study BCom Accounting at university. Her mother was a struggling single parent raising three children, who all looked to her for education, food, clothing and more. On her mother’s salary, she only hoped to at least pass matric and work so she could help support the family. She applied for bursaries but never received responses, until a friend told her about NSFAS.
‘I’m extremely grateful to for loan, and I would encourage young people to take the opportunity because education is extremely important nowadays, young people should take the opportunities presented to them.’ She went on to add that it is very important to use the resources offered by government and other institutions. NFSAS showed her that everyone could get a chance to go to university. Her loan was turned into a bursary after three years. She is now an intern at a successful company and aims to be a permanent employee by end of this year.
TO QUALIFY YOU NEED
A South African citizenship To be enrolled at a public South African university or technikon To be an undergraduate studying for your first tertiary education degree, or studying for a second tertiary qualification, if this is necessary to practice in your chosen profession To be able to demonstrate potential for academic success To be financially needy. The not so good news is that funding is not available for part-time students or at private institutions. You can only apply for NSFAS funding if you’ve enrolled at any one of the 23 public institutions mentioned in the NSFAS website, which include The University of the Witwatersrand, The University of Pretoria, University of Johannesburg, etc (www.nsfas.org.za).
WHERE TO GO FOR INFO
More information, such as loan advice, applications and details on repayment options, are available at the Financial Aid Office at the
university or technikon where you plan on studying.
WHERE THE ASSISTANCE COMES FROM NSFAS provides financial aid to South African students through funding received from a variety of sources. Most funding comes from the Department of Higher Education & Training, with contributions from the Department of Basic Education, the Department of Social Development, the Department of Agriculture, and the Eastern Cape Provincial Government. NSFAS also administers funds for some universities, as well as for Nedbank. In addition, much of NSFAS’s funding comes from the repayment of student loans from past beneficiaries.
DISADVANTAGES
However there are disadvantages to student loans. Although it may not damage your pocket completely, in the long run you end up paying more than you borrowed. Applying for a refund can be harder than applying for the actual loan, as this may take years to conclude and ends up more of a headache than anything else. And the pressure of studying under a loan is also enormous as students feel the need to perform in order to save money. Studying under such pressure can negatively affect some students’ performance.
Many students from disadvantaged backgrounds have also voiced the disappointment they have with the visibility of NSFAS as many of them do not know about this loan and bursary scheme. Some students believe NSFAS should visit matriculants in schools and send out application forms to students while they are in their last year of high school. NSFAS should also consider allowing temp students to benefit from the loans and bursaries. Many students are stuck with the burden of taking care of their siblings and may not have the ability to attend lectures on full time basis. General Enquiries (For general enquiries about NSFAS loans and bursaries) Tel No: 021 763 3232 Email: info@nsfas.org.za Or send a query by SMS to 32261 (Standard SMS Rates apply.)
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Anglo
RUN YOUR MOUTH
WITH DEBATE The Anglo American Youth Communicators Awards, creating confident speakers and leaders.
ati Ndhlovu, an 18 year old, grade 12 learner at Clarendon Girls’ High School, in the heart of the Eastern Cape, won herself R30 000 in bursary for tertiary studies and R10 000 for her school, at the 2010 Anglo American Youth Communicators Awards (YCA). She is now enrolled at the University of the Witwatersrand, for Industrial Engineering, after matriculating with six distinctions. She joins an Alumnus of winners that include award winning Journalist Asanda Magaqa, tv personality and kwaito artist Bonginkosi ‘Zola’ Dlamini and tv presenter Rorisang Thandekiso. Mati wrote a compelling speech titled Chained Freedom, which detailed the constant struggle for people to obtain real freedom in a regimented, regulated and sometimes oppressive world, characterised by injustice and inequality.
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The YCA is an annual competition aimed at Grade 11 and 12 learners from South African public high schools, who speak English as a second or third language. Since 1994 it continues to discover young leaders and urge youngsters to explore their various talents. More than just a speaking contest, it encourages learners that have an interest in public speaking, but more over opens doors to worldly opportunities and exposes them to realise bigger dreams. Anglo American has partnered with the Aggrey Klaaste Nation Building programme/Sowetan, Model United Nations South Africa (MUNSA)
and the Department of Education to make this competition a success year after year- merely because it is an investment and delivers sustainable results in the near future for Mzansi youth.
HEADS UP
The competition starts with workshops which are spread out all over the country where learners will go through the training required to produce a winning oral presentation. Thereafter the competition moves to district eliminations and ultimately, the provincial contests in all nine provinces compete to crown the provincial winner. Each provincial winner then proceeds to the national final competition. Contestants must deliver a prepared speech within the allocated time of three to five minutes on a subject of their choice, in English. Prepared speeches longer than five minutes and 30 seconds or shorter than two minutes and 30 seconds will result in the contestants being disqualified. The prepared speech must be the contestant’s own work. Strictly in school uniform.
The provincial finals’ dates are scheduled are 16 April in Gauteng, 30 April in Kwazulu Natal, 07 May in Mpumalanga, 07 May in the Western Cape,14 May in the Free State,14 May in the Eastern Cape,21 May in Limpompo, 28 May in the Northern Cape and 04 June in the North West. For more info contact Abdullah Verachia at averachia@gmail.com” averachia@gmail.com
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An Open Day is a tertiary programme that is aimed at providing high school students with relevant information concerning which courses a certain institution has for which career routes, after matric. It’s one of the important factors that contribute to right career choice- because then as a student you don’t waste your time studying at an institution that is not well known for a specific specialisation in your calling. For example you want to study journalism at an impeccable Journalism school, or arts at an internationally recognised School of the Arts. Post matric you want to study at an internationally recognised institution. Open Day is a showcase of the specific university, technikon or college, where everyone is invited to come and hear about the courses, activities, and the entire craze that makes the institution what it is. Choosing a career is a very overwhelming process that’s why there are important programmes such as opens days. In an Open day, students get exposed to wide variety of study options; get a chance to learn about different careers and what they about. Students also get the chance to speak to career advisors face to face about what each career involves and which subjects to choose. In most cases open days are for students doing Grades 10, 11 and 12.
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Choosing Career path The most important thing when choosing a career is to who you are, what you want and how far you want to go with your choice. Another important thing to do before choosing a career is research. Taking time to do research and learning more about different careers broadens the mind as and gives you a chance to know exactly what you want. According to Phifer Paul, author of College Majors and Careers, to know what would excite and be good for you, one needs to take a self test and understand their inner and outer abilities. Many of these tests are
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OPEN DAY
available that match your personal traits with possible career choices . These self tests can be found in any University or College career centre or websites. Another consideration one has to make when choosing a career is personality and personal values, adds Paul. “Knowing your values will be very important to how well you adjust in a career.” With so many careers to consider nowadays, it’s important to make use of Open days. Speak to career advisors, if not sure whether you chose a right career try interning or volunteering before going to tertiary.
Wrong choices Choosing a wrong career is one of the most frustrating things a student can go through. In many cases dropping out is a solution for many students. Paul reveals that a lot of soul searching is needed. ‘Follow the instincts the nature supplied”. “If a person has been told to be a doctor from an early age, and that person cannot stand the site of blood, in a sense soul searching is needed”. He emphasises that students should never stop looking and trying out new things and ways of doing them. Finding what suits you In many cases students miss out on opportunities to become what they wanted because of being misinformed. “Broad education and skill can help you find success in any career”.
Benefits of right choices There are many careers out there to choose from. One needs, in order to make success of their career, to make sacrifices. You need to assess the length of time you prepared to study know what you have to do in order to be considered for the career you choose. Choosing a right career will help you to achieve your goals and have the lifestyle that you desire. One needs to assess their ability and understand what makes them happy before choosing a career. Phumeza Tontsi
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Live your life. Create your destiny.
High School Matters
Making Their Mark As The Leaders Of
Tomorrow
WHO WILL BE THE LAST ASPIRANT STANDING?
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e have come to see a lot of talent search shows on our television screens with the same old formats, year in and year out. Not until the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) rummaged around for what they call, a One Day Leader. An immensely talented young South African already doing commendable things in their community and with dreams to go even further. As a prize, the chosen winner will receive a one year internship at the NYDA, shadow the president of South Africa, Jacob ‘Gedla’eyhlekisa’ Zuma, for a day and visit a South African embassy of their choice as diplomat. Giving the winner, an opportunity to effect change and gain experience in positions of leadership. Now, any community shaper would love to win that, that’s why 3000 of young hopefuls from all 9 provinces sent in their applications. The main focus is on leadership skills, the selection was made from those who are aware of their surroundings and issues affecting them and their fellow youth. After a series of eliminations, the top six were chosen from a three-day workshop where the judging panel got an in depth of their personalities and made their final decision based on 18 | HOL A MAHIGH SCHOOL
the question ‘what makes a good leader?’ The judging must have been tough, if the Top 6 is anything to go by.
Every week a new theme and a ‘case study’ in Diepsloot are presented to them, where they get to experience the situation first hand, go back to the studio and debate it out. The show’s efforts to root out young and bright minds encouraged to come up with innovative ways of addressing pressing issues of social, economic and political weight, are proving tremendous in this show. The 13-week showpiece is made up of Mzansi’s most promising youth and sees them gain exposure to various challenges and difficulties faced by our leaders. Who do you deem a leader in your life, is it your headmaster, your school president? And better yet, are you a leader? Three Hola MaHigh School writers, Karabo Maila, Shoneez Francis and Letlhogonolo Ndlhovu, touched base with all six of the representative youth. This is how the chats with Ayanda Mandisa Bandla (21), Johan du Pisanie (23), Vanencia Vollenhoven (23), Zwelethu Kos (24), Lesley Mosiamimang (23) and Sebenzile Nkambule (21) went.
High School Matters GETTING TO KNOW AYANDA Ayanda Bandla, a BA in Political Science graduate, describes herself as a daughter, sister, and a friend who aspires to inspire young South Africans who dare to dream and work to live their dreams. “I’m born and bred in Johannesburg. I grew up in Protea North, Soweto and now, currently live in Johannesburg South.” says Ayanda. She matriculated in 2007 from Metropolitan Raucall and is currently awaiting graduation on the 6th of April. She says entering One Day Leader was a leap of faith, “God is really good to me. I’m abundantly blessed!” She says she has gained knowledge and relationships she’d love to keep and maintain as life-long relations. Her dream for young South Africans is for them to realize the strength they possess and what possible impact they can have on society. “My first passion is actually music. I have sung since the age of 6 and have actually studied music while growing up” she explains. “I also danced Latin American and ballroom for a bit, and enjoy theatre and television acting.” Given the chance to re-write the State of the Nation Address, Ayanda says she would focus on service delivery, infrastructure and skills development, Education and unemployment. “These issues dealt with properly, would eliminate issues of crime and poverty.” Ayanda believes the Character of a South African is one of love, pride, respect and honor for Mzansi. She describes every week in the show as a challenge, adding “Nothing is as easy as pie!” In the next 5 years. I see myself being a youth ambassador and a diplomatic agent for social programmes such as sports, arts and culture to uplift S.A communities and improve the quality of life for all young South Africans. JOHAN THE UNDERDOG Johan is originally from Vryburg (North West), where he grew up and finished his high school education in 2005 from Vryburg Junior University. “I then moved to Potchefstroom to pursue a Degree in Business Mathematics and IT, followed by my Honors and Masters in Data Mining,” he adds. Johan currently lives and works in Johannesburg, “I’m loving every moment of it!” he exclaims.Being the only Afrikaans speaking contestant, Johan says he wanted to show S.A youth that it is possible for all races to work together. “You need to be comfortable in your own skin first”, he insists. He says the experience of being a part of the show has led him to spend a night in Diepsloot (a highly impoverished and underpriv-
ileged township in Johannesburg) which helped him get over certain fears. “I have learnt to work with the media during this experience. I believe it is important.” he says. Johan’s dream for Mzansi’s youth is for all to learn and construct a future based on our history. He describes his biggest interest as leadership but he also loves to watch and play sports. “I played Rugby for my hostel at University as well as Volleyball”, he says, “I like playing the guitar and hanging out with friends, whom are all engineers and are not very social creatures!” His vision for a better nation is for us to stop focusing on racial issues and for our leaders to stop encouraging people to be the same. “The truth is we are diverse,” says Johan. Johan says he feels more challenged being a white Afrikaans speaking contestant on SABC1 (the same slot as SABC2’s 7de laan and the Afrikaans news), competition wise. “Life is not fair, we all know that,” he adds “I have to make the best of the opportunity I have been given.” In the next five years I hope to have established myself as a public figure engaging more in the tv arena and essentially a voice for the youth, says Johan. His biggest dream yet is to be a presenter on Pasella. interviewed by Karabo Maila Leaders exist everywhere, they are not born but molded by society and circumstances. Vanencia Vollenhoven and Zwelethu Kos have vision, the right attitude, influence, take action on their vision and show accountability, all the qualities needed to lead a nation. They definitely added how aims to educate the youth on social, economic and political issues of South Africa. I believe that the challenges, that all the candidates ran into at Diepsloot helped the rest of the country and me, realize that even though we live in a democracy there is still a lot of work to be done. Freedom has not completely been achieved as long as there are people still living under oppressive conditions. VIVA VANENCIA Vanencia Vollenhoven, a humble soul from Mpumalanga has high ambitions for herself and has already achieved a few accolades to her name. Her name is engraved in Gold at the University of Pretoria for being an outstanding SRC member during her second year. “When I was six my mother told me to have long term and short term goals and I did. I set a short term goal to be a prefect in grade 7 and I was. I set a long term goal to be a prefect in grade 12 and I was. I
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High School Matters learned at that age that I should have goals, that way I have a clear vision about where I am heading in my life.” In ten years time she wants to own an international leadership academy. These are big achievable goals that she is currently working on. Vanencia describes herself as an extremely hard working, positive and motivated person. Her mother natured her constantly instilling in her that she is one of those people that are great. “My mother is more than my mentor, she is my guardian angel.” She also believes that her mentors are the leaders of the world that existed before and during her time. With the many available career options today, she chose to study Education, a career choice not many young South Africans are willingly venturing into. To her this is another positive way to shape young South Africans. “If I would have won the One Day Leader internship it would’ve been for the international community, that need people who are more informed.” She stresses that Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) need more recognition and people need to volunteer. “Jobless people and students need to volunteer, that qualifies as work and somebody somewhere is bound to notice you.” Another subject close to Vanencia’s heart is that people need to read more. Her mother who single handedly raised her and her siblings instilled in them the importance of reading by taking them to the library every Saturday. “She also made us watch the Afrikaans news everyday with a dictionary and told us to write a sentence in English with the words we did not understand.” Books are better versions of the soapies we watch because we learn how to write and communicate better- skills that are extremely important. When she mentors teenagers who have no self belief because of past experiences, she begins by asking them, ‘Which wall is it, the one that makes you feel that you cannot achieve?” She touches their hands and asks them to feel the beat from her heart, a heartbeat they have too. Then she asks them if the sole reason of being alive is not reason enough to know that they are worth so much more.
young kids in townships. “Even after the show, I intend on keeping the spirit of debating alive, I don’t want it to just end here,’ he was quoted on one of the episodes. Zwelethu says that awarding bursaries to less privileged, deserving students and removing red tape for small businesses is amongst his list of changes that he would implement if he were to win this amazing, once in a lifetime, One Day Leader internship. “I am an ordinary person who can make a difference.” Zwelethu studied political science at the university of Fort Hare. Absolutely no stranger to leadership and leading the youth, he was the SRC president in high school and a youth pastor that led 70 students, back in the Eastern Cape. A decade from now Zwelethu has ambitions of being a member of the United Nations, he too is passionate about our continent, “Africa has so much to offer, and if I die having not contributed to the development of Africa I would say that I have not been successful.” His University professor Lwazi Lushaba is the man that fills the role of a mentor in his life. He learnt from professor Lushaba not to accept mediocrity because, he expected the best out of people all the time. He also took with him from the professor, the love of reading African literature. His belief is that in order to become a success one should surround himself/herself with influential people, people who will challenge you for the better. “People need to create their own standards, they should not compare themselves to anyone and they should be able to compete with people on an international level.” Interviewed by Letlhogonolo Ndlhovu For the first few episodes, Lesley Masibi and Sebenzile Nkambule were the top two consistently, they won the hearts of many with their passion, eloquence and articulation of their ideas and solutions.
Lesley’s Law Charismatic Lesley Masibi, the guy always with the statistics, grew up in Wolmaranstown, in the Northwest. In high school he was very involved in soccer, volleyball and especially with his academics. He is currently studying for his Honors STARTING FROM THE BEGINNING in Chemical Engineering at Wits University, and Zwelethu Kos comes from Ginsberg, a small town- is highly involved with youth related activities. ship in King Williams Town, where the fallen icon His passion for the human race motivated him to and youth leader of his time, Steve Biko hails enter and his long term goal of developing youth from. A young success story in the making, he empowerment, “My love for young people, I am wants to use the platform created for him by the passionate about this country and the youth. One day leader show as a door to help motivate I saw this as an opportunity to raise my voice 20 | HOL A MAHIGH SCHOOL
High School Matters and opinion about things I am not happy with” enthuses Lesley. A Bsc (Hons) Chemical Engineering graduate from Wits University, he has made it no secret that he believes in disciplinary actions “ I dream of a South Africa governed b the rule of law and the respect of law.” Just a little over a month of the show, Lesley went on to say that the show has been a tremendous challenge on an emotional and physical level and a great eye-opener for him. Seeing other’s suffering and poverty, made me realize how fortunate I am and to stop being self-centered. On the 5th episode of the show he was caught all prepared with a blue ‘municipal work suit’ because he ‘had expected to get his hand dirty’ – this guy is not all talk and no action. A staunch Christian, Lesley looks up to his pastor and former SA president, Thabo Mbeki on the intellectual level, he would be more pro-active than passive. “You have to love people, especially the ones you will need. You have to have integrity, putting other in front.” Lesley strongly believes that the citizens of South Africa tend to depend too much on government and lack creativity. “Our government is slack on heeding the plea of South Africans, pleas for service delivery, pleas to be heard and taken seriously. South Africa is one of the highest HIV/Aids rated in the world and thousands continue to die. Though there is medicine that can improve lives, many die in hospitals because either they do not have medical aid or because of poor service delivery, this cannot continue. South Africa cannot reach her true potential until its people are the main concern of our leaders. South Africa has great potential to become one of the major leading economies and nations in the world. There is still so much more that we can offer the world as a nation, I dream of a South Africa which will truly represent Africa on world stages, not only in name, but in influence and power, i.e. a permanent seat in the UN Security Council. Equally, I dream of a South Africa that will be the picture of what true brotherhood is (especially with other African countries), a society that promotes and instills principles of humanity and respect for human rights, a society that is economically sound, morally strong and a truly democratic society.” MEDIA MOGUL IN THE MAKING Sebenzile Nkambule grew up in Thembisa for the first 8 years of her life and then they moved to Burchleigh. She describes herself as an extrovert, well known, talkative in high school. “I tried to have fun in everything I did. I was very involved
in sports such as basketball and cricket. I also did public speaking.” A BA Journalism graduate from the University of Pretoria, Sebenzile strongly believes, “It is our responsibility to let our own light shine and give other people permission to do the same. My purpose is to inspire people to be free and confident to do what they are meant to do, by seeing me do what I have been called to do. I am a writer, a poet, soon to be journalist, a leader, a feminist and a humanist. Through these ‘identities’ and being true to each one, I influence and promote social change. If you educate a woman, you educate a community, so my purpose is to uplift, educate, help and inspire as many women and girls that I can because that will inevitably lead to social change and ameliorating social ills. My dynamism, eloquence, energy, genuine care and love for people, intelligence and eagerness to learn are meant to serve society through leadership.” Naturally, the leader in her sees herself owning a media empire one day. As she is never short of words, Sebenzile says she has a different relationship with all of her fellow candidates, they would describe me as passionate, emotional in my arguments and what I stand for. They would say I am expressive, a bit funny and also competitive. More than anything else, the show has brought life lessons that wont be easy to forget, she feels that there many issues but the main ones are: the spread of HIV/Aids, the crime rate in south Africa needs to be stabilized and also the amount of illiterate people. Education and reading needs to be promoted. more. A lot of South Africans are still living under poverty after 16 years of democracy. It is like the effects of apartheid are still showing because of the cycle of poverty amongst black people. Personally, every week is a new experience it opened up my world, it’s exciting, on another level. I have become more responsible and into myself and I am just having a blast. Interviewed by Shoneez Francis
SIX PILLARS OF LEADERSHIP WILLINGNESS – That which will not allow you to merge into the crowd VISION - The convictions about life and what you stand for ATTITUDE - Your morals, values and outlook on life INFLUENCE - The way you communicate your vision to your followers ACTION - How you act on your vision without making empty promises ACCOUNTABILITY - Being responsible and able to answer for everything you do
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Current Affairs
CURRENT AFFAIRS FROM IN AND AROUND OUR WORLD 300 Youth jobs from Tourism, Maths Olympiad entries rise, JSE\LIBERTY Investment Challenge on and Cheeskids doing their bit for Humanity.
TOURISM LAUNCHES THE HOSPITALITY YOUTH INITIATIVE PROGRAMME (HYI), 300 YOUTH TO GAIN MEANINGFUL JOBS. Amongst government’s key efforts in working with business on this task are youth empowering programmes targeting youth in all rural wards of South Africa. The Hospitality Youth Initiative (HYI), aimed at helping unemployed youth to find meaningful employment in the hospitality industry at entry level. It targets unemployed youth between the ages of 18 and 35 years of age, who have a matric qualification. Three hundred unemployed youth will benefit from the programme, nationwide. Tourism has been positioned as one of the key economic drivers in South Africa with a view to address unemployment and poverty. The new Growth Path also expects the tourism sector to create 225 000 jobs and the HYI initiative will also play a critical role in this regard. The National Department of Tourism has set aside a budget of R8 million under the auspices of its Extended Public Works Programme (EPWP) to fund this training programme and has entered into an agreement with the Hospitality Youth Initiative, a section 21 Company to conduct the training. The beneficiaries will be trained on the soft skills which are very crucial at any frontline point in any tourism establishment. The Tourism Service Excellence strategy also expects the sector to create a culture of customer service in the industry so as to deliver a pleasant and memorable experience to all our customers. The programme is divided into two phases. An intensive one month training which forms part of their theoretical learning and entry into the hospitality industry-focusing on communication, life skills, customer care, HIV/Aids and lastly leadership. Phase two, the learners are then placed in tourism establishments where they will receive on the job training with internationally
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accepted standards as laid down by the hospitality Industry. At the end of the training beneficiaries will be awarded a certificate of competency and some of them may be absorbed by the hospitality establishments. …………………..
NUMBER OF ENTRIES FOR 2011 MATHS OLYMPIAD INCREASES The first of three papers for this year’s Mathematics Olympiad has begun. A total of 58 290 learners from 878 schools nationwide are involved this year– almost 10 000 more than last year’s number. This shows it has come a long way since its inception with only 5000 participants in 1966. Hosted by the South African Mathematics Foundation (SAMF), the premier inter-schools mathematics competition is open to all grade 8 to 12 learners at all types of schools. The type of schools entering their pupils into this year’s Maths Olympiad can be categorised as (number of schools in parentheses): Dinaledi Schools (201), Disadvantaged Schools (61), Home Schooled (4), Private Schools (188), and Public Schools (424). With transformation high on the national mathematics agenda, all Dinaledi schools were invited to enter a total of 100 learners free of charge. The SAMF sponsored the entry fees for 40 disadvantaged schools. In the quest of the SAMF always wanting to improve performance, this year they are implementing a redesigned SAMO Training Programme to which learners who qualify for round two will automatically be invited. The first-paper submissions will be marked by the mathematics teachers at the learners’ various schools, with the results available as soon as the papers have been marked. Results must be filed with the SAMF office by March 25. ……………………………………………………………
Current Affairs MAKE MONEY ON THE JSE\LIBERTY INVESTMENT CHALLANGE The 2011 JSE/Liberty Investment Challenge kicked off last month. A new opportunity to make some extra cash while learning important financial skills that will assist you in the future arises. If you enjoy finance, research and working in a team, then this challenge is for you. With no risk of losing actual money and loads of fun to be had, it’s an opportunity not to be missed.
the universities. For more info you can call the coordinators on 011 – 520 7116/ 7344/ 7168 .……………………………………………………………………… CHEESEKIDS FOR HUMANITY, NOT CHEDDAR Cheesekids is a movement of young people
If you are a South African High School learner or University student, you are invited to take part in this year’s Investment Challenge. Registrations for the 2011 intake are now open and registration forms are obtainable on the JSE/Liberty Investment Challenge website www.schools.jse.co.za or www.university.jse.co.za) and the new interactive mobisite“mobile). For information, tips and interaction visit the Facebook and Twitter pages.
This educational initiative teaches students and learners about investing through managing a virtual portfolio of R1 million, as a team. Entrants will need to select one or more risk portfolios that they wish to take part in. The portfolio options are Income (low risk); Equity Growth (moderate risk) and Speculator (high risk). Besides learning how to invest on the stock market, there are prizes up for grabs to the value of R240 000 plus an all expenses paid overseas trip. Last years winning students headed off to Morocco and visited the Casablanca stock exchange and explored the rich culture and renowned city of Rabat. The winning team for the month in each portfolio will win R500 for each member, R500 for their school as well as another R500 for their teacher. After months of hard work, five prizes amounting to R60 000 per portfolio will be awarded to the overall winners in each portfolio. The winners will be flown to Johannesburg from around SA to the awards ceremony which is held at the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE) every year. Each team will be required to pay a registration fee of R120 per team per portfolio entered for the school and R150 per team for
making a difference in underprivileged communities, brick by brick, brush by brush, sentence by sentence and shovel by barrow etc. The phrase comes from an old township [and sometimes derogatory] slang for kids of affluent or well- off families. The kids who have cheese in the fridge. It’s a broad-based volunteer movement, with branches, or as the founders put it ‘Chapters’, in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, with chapters in Polokwane and East London soon to be launched. The Chapters organise fun events and activities that will encourage young people in those areas to volunteer for community service or civic duty, fundraising for social causes and to promote activism and environmentalism. It started shortly after 2007, a hiatus helping out the Habitat for Humanity, an organisation that was building houses. After that, they created their own initiative, as friends, and friends of friends, of friends, of friends. And hey you can become a Cheesekid too. Simple join on the website www. cheesekids.org” or on facebook, twitter or bbm groups. ………………………………………………….
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Science
A Chemistry in the classrooms! ew comprehensive learning kit will be distributed to more than 6,000 Grade 11 and 12 Physical Science teachers and learners throughout South Africainorder to bring chemistry alive in the classroom. This interactive project is by Sasol, the DST- NRF Centre of Excellence in Catalysis, the University of Cape Town (UCT) and PetroSA. It’ll work inline with the new Physical Science curriculum, engaging learners with chemistry for a stronger focus on the role of science in industry, technology and the environment. Also in a way that helps them understand its application in the real world. The Chemical Industries resource Packs. Over the past two years UCT worked extensively with Sasol and other industry leaders on this project by bringing together its scientists and engineers with educators and other academic teams,
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to document all the chemical processes now included in the chemistry curriculum. Having assessed classroom needs through a series of school trials, this comprehensive pack was developed to address those needs. Teachers will be able to teach this new topic with confidence and expose learners to a vital set of industries in South Africa. To make the material accessible, workshops will be held throughout the country. The pack consists of a teacher’s guide with classroom activities and accompanying model solutions, a DVD with animations, video footage and chemical process simulations, a school research project with marking rubrics and guidelines on how to use it, a set of exemplar practical investigations,a periodic table for classroom display and a set of posters of the prescribed chemical industries: the petrochemical industry, the chlor-alkali industry, fertilisers
and batteries. The resource pack and all the material is also available for download at no cost to users at HYPERLINK “http://www.sasol. com”www.sasol.com.
DID YOU KNOW This year is the International Year of Chemistry (IYC) ,it’s a global celebration of the achievements and impact of chemistry on societies and offers entertaining, interactive and educational activities for all ages by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization and International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry initiative. Through the Chemical Industries Resource Pack project, and numerous other initiatives planned for IYC, Sasol hopes to stir the hearts and minds of students captivated by science and, in particular chemistry, that will see a new generation of scientists breaking new ground and reaching new frontiers.
Whats New
New stuff COLOUR YOUR TIME WITH ICE ICE, BABY! December 2010 saw Ice-Watch, a new range of funky, colourful and expensive watches, launch in South Africa. It’s not your average people that rock this watch, the elite include a few celebrities such as David Guetta (International DJ and IceWatch official ambassador), Paris Hilton (Socialite), The Saturdays (Girl Band), Black Eyed Peas and even the current President of Peru has a few to his unique collection. Not bad for a young brand that originated in 2006. And now you can bling on like the rest of them. Select Kiosks were made available here in Mzansi, at Sandton City (Cruciani) and Eastgate (in front of Edgars), Canal Walk in Cape Town and Gateway in Durban. Prices start from R690.00. You can also visit www.ice-watch. com.
she relaunches a new range in celebration of all her talents at Bassline, Newtown. THEMBI SEETE, NEW FACE OF ALWAYS ULTRA Popular South African dancer, actor and songstress, Thembi Seete is the new face of Always Ultra. Always Ultra has also launched its MOVE HOWEVA campaign to highlight and celebrate the fact that girls now have the freedom to move howeva, especially during that time of the month. Thembi strongly advocates that ‘As South African girls we love to embrace our womanhood positively, and through dance we are able to do this. I love dancing, and I want to be able to dance when I want to, and not have my fun dictated by my period.” Through its new 4 fix wing technology, Always Ultra now offers girls
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HOUSE OF MOBU RELAUNCH It was in 2002 when seasoned poet, author ( she took out an anthology Wena in 2010) and bead maker ,Ntsiki Mazwai established House Of Mobu, a funky range of tops and accessories made from nothing else but BEAD S. It turned into the latest fashion trend. Ntsiki’s talent is three fold. She has often been quoted saying she needs her beads for spiritual grounding; her poetry to express her emotions; and her music is the soundtrack to her life (She is one of the first poets in Mzansi to fuse poetry with house music; her latest project is called WORD OF HOUSE with Dj Nipro). On the 31st of March Gauteng is in for what she calls the Ntsiki Mazwai Experience as 26 | HOL A MAHIGH SCHOOL
superior stay in place protection, so that they can focus on the more fun aspects of life. Girls, no more check, check, check! For more information on the campaign, visit www.howeva.mobi.
BREEZY BREATHE WITH AQUAFRESH ALL-IN ONE GUM Aquafresh dental care chewing gum has a new, improved formula and longer lasting taste with a spanking new repackaging into a handy 12-piece blister pack. This gum helps reduce plaque and protect teeth and not only freshens breath, but helps clean teeth, making it the perfect partner to regular brushing. It’s available in three flavours - Fresh Mint, Mild Mint and Whitening. For more information, call the Aquafresh Consumer Helpline on 0800 118 274.
Whats New
DARE TO
DREAM Have you got a knack for news and a creative way with words? News Anchoring could be for you, writes Phumeza Tontsi. ews anchoring is one of the most interesting careers that one could go for. In sense ,it involves collecting sound bytes, writing, compiling and reading news live on air, for radio or television and more recently new media. Depending on the beat one specialises on, there are many types of news anchors. One could be a sport, business, technology or even current affairs news anchor.
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STUDYING OPTIONS The media is a very broad medium and when one wants to be a news anchor a wide variety of options awaits. What is more important to be fluent in any language you speak. Completing a degree in Communication, English, Media studies or Journalism will see you through the right path to being a news anchor.
Offered in various universities in the country and abroad, one needs to have good marks in languages and sometimes other institutions also require a good pass in History. That could be a three year degree or diploma in a relevant media course and go through a training programme that will help nurture the skills learned at university. Learn research and involve yourself in each and every programme you come across (even if it’s a non paying programme, like an internship) in that way you will gain experience. PROS You get to meet a wide variety of people who sometimes inspire you. You learn about new things everyday. You discover uplifting stories.
Your add value and purpose in the media world.
CONS As much as being a news anchor is fun and interesting, a lot of journalistic hard work needs to be put in.
You deal with different individuals who have different attitudes/ opinions and as a journalist you need to be calm and professional. Its for courageous and truthful individuals, not the faint hearted.
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MATRIC
Study Further
REPORT Jason Fleetwood digs out the 411 on how to do grade 12 succesfully!
he Gauteng province made history with their Class of 2010 matriculants achieving 78.6% passing rate. An encouraging first for GP, but behind all the statistics is YOU, that is why we are equipping you with an easy guide to pass. YES! You have finally made it to MA, Congratulations! This is your final year in the chains of high school and soon you will be free to move onto the beautiful life of tertiary level education. Where things like wearing casual clothes every day; meeting and making new friends and the much anticipated campus life await you just around the corner. But, wait a minute, you’re not done yet. This year will be filled with lots of fun, growth and new goals to be set. There will be the obvious obstacles that every student has to go through. Here is a guide to help ease you through the tough tasks of the final year.
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WHY IS MATRIC IMPORTANT? Many opportunities await you after matric. With the right grades you could study to be anything in life, from the Doctor helping the community get well, to the CEO that all the financial magazines are raving about. You could be the next big Talk Show Host that has the nation tuning-in everyday, or the Pilot that travels the world. You could become a human rights activist, a minister in parliament or even the next president of South Africa. With a matric,
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all doors are open and anything is possible. No dream is too big when you’re academically qualified.
DEDICATION- HARDWORK-LOADS OF REVISION Give yourself enough time to study consistently, in a quiet environment so you are able to absorb the facts about the subject that you are studying. Another helpful tool is a study routine, used with a note taking style like headings with bullet points to help you retain what you have learnt. So when that final exams timetable is handed to you, you are prepared to PASS. After 11 years of school, it all comes down to this, the last thing you want to do now is FAIL. We all know that exams come with a lot of stress inducers and many sleepless nights. It is good for you to find a few ways to help you cope with the reality of final exams; and all the pressures that may distract you from your studies in the months to come. Things like a healthy diet and exercise routine will keep you physically and mentally ready for the tasks ahead.
TOP ACHIEVER There is a lot of responsibility on you to PASS this year. You spend a lot of time and you parents money to get here. To pass with distinctions would be even better. We all love being the smartest in the class, and this is your chance to
Study Further get a lifelong certification that says that your ARE amongst the best. WHY DISTINCTIONS? Think of it as a race, and your results are your top speed. The better your marks, the higher your overall speed will be. That means if you’re fast enough you will beat the competition. NEVER forget that.You might ask yourself, “How do I manage to get the best results?” Well, you need to understand the challenges ahead of you and every other grade 12 pupil this year. So you can be aware of when and where these things happen, and most importantly, how to prevent them from distracting you from your studies and the ultimate goal of achieving your matric.
OVERCOMING OBSTACLES Peer-pressure is the most common trap that students tend to fall into, try to be aware of when your spending too much of your valuable study time doing things that will not benefit you. There are parties always happening, remember, there will also be parties next year. Many grade 12 learners set things like relationships as their priority. Believe me, it won’t be fun when your partner goes to university and you’re still dealing with the devastating effects of failing your matric - The best way to get over this is to understand that Grade 12 is about you, and only you can make yourself pass or fail. The only person you need to focus on at this stage in time is YOU. THE RIGHT HABITS TO HAVE: DO – Make a habit of studying regularly to keep you updated. File your work accordingly. DO – Make some time everyday for you to relax, unwind and reflect on you aim of passing this year. DO – Get involved in a study group, it helps to have a fun conversation with fellow pupils about the subjects you’re studying: Test and quiz each other’s general knowledge, then work harder on the topics that you might not fully understand. DO – Ask your teacher if there is anything that you are unsure about. This could include exam times, dates, and chapters or topics that need to be revised before the start of the exams.
THE WRONG HABITS TO HAVE: DON’T – Party too hard, yes, parties happen, but it won’t be any fun at the end of the year when your marks reflect that you really didn’t study hard enough. DON’T – Get involved with the wrong crowd, this
is the most vital year of your whole academic cycle. Your final matric certificate is your key to your further education. DON’T – Procrastinate. We are all people, and there are those days when watching TV or visiting friends may seem more important, but focus. You will enjoy the fruits of your discipline. USEFUL TIP Google search for previous exam papers and memorandums, then download and print them out. This will give you a clear indication of what the exam papers will look like, from format, to layout and content. The best thing about this trick is that you can take time out to test yourself, and then focus on the subject topics that you’re not too clued up on. Visit www.education.gov.za for these past exam papers. Remember: The only person that will give you the world – IS YOU. Quick recap to help you STUDY EFFECTIVELY Do not lose hope just yet because there are fun ways to study TIME. Divide it all into 24 hours and divide your days. Choose a day when you will study a specific subject and concentrate highly on it. Do not ever wait for the very last minute to study. Denzel Washington, The Debaters “Do what you gotta so do so you can do what you want to do.” CLASS REGISTER Attend class don’t skip classes, are most likely to remember the things said during a practical lesson than when staring at a book that has bombastic words that will confuse you. Ask as many questions as possible so that you walk out of that classroom understanding what you have learnt. And take notes. GET A MENTOR One that will constantly motivate you to work hard and one that one his\ her stuff. EAT A HEALTHY DIET Research has shown that students who eat breakfast show better exam and test results. When you skip breakfast you lack energy and lose concentration. – Letlhogonolo Ndhlovu
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Next Issue
In the next issue! The theme for next issue is: How to be religious in school? A closer look at how to be recognized as a religious person, be it Muslim, Christian, Hindu, etc etc etc. Will I be bullied because I wear a veil? Can I ask my best friend who is Jewish to celebrate Divhali with me? I don’t want to offend my best friend, but I know so little about Buddhism. And many other questions we haven’t even though of. Write to us! What is your view? How do you do it? Or not? And More next time: NEW YFM DJ LINE UP +A LL YOU’VE EVER WANTED TO KNOW ABOUT THE RADIO BROADCASTING INDUSTRY! MATRIC DANCE COUNTDOWN Look out for the matriculants guidingbooklet to the Matric Dance you’ll be covered from head to toe, fabulous date to after party Meet our next guestmentor STATE OF THE CONTINENT REPORT The African Continent in 2011- wherehave we gone wrong, and right
More fun giveaways and awesome competitions!
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Keeping It Real
ABUSE THE SUBSTANCE – AND Fleetwood shows how IT WILL ABUSE YOU! Jason drugs are not child’s play. ubstance abuse is the excessive misuse of alcohol and/or drugs (Marijuana, cocaine, ecstasy, methamphetamines, mandrax and heroine, etc). It’s found in all sectors of society - rich, poor, middle class, male or female, all ages and creeds. Growing at an alarming rate amongst the youth, within our schools, colleges and the education system as a whole. Substance Abuse in South Africa Country Report states that the average age of a child that experiments with drugs and/or alcohol is 10 years old. It is a problem, because people who abuse substances tend to lose interest in their personal development. Things like education, family life and even hygiene habits become unimportant. Leading in the long run a person that has no ambition, motivation or initiative to work towards any goal in life. Not interested in a any progress in life.
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SPOT A SUBSTANCE ABUSER Most hangout in groups. You notice when they are not in class during a lesson,but elsewhere getting high. Other physical tell-tell signs could be: Red eyes, always smelling like smoke, a tired or dazed look on their face, a lack of interest in school work and other activities, change in their behavior, lack of personal care etc.
SIDE EFFECTS Memory loss , inability to concentrate in class, weight loss, skin irritations and emotional stress. It’s also a huge contributor to the escalating
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crime rate in South Africa FACTORS LEADING TO ABUSE Stress, financial, emotional or physical peer pressure from friends, troubled homes (abusive parents, family demands and expectations), bullying, a need to fit in socially or the cool crowd, or for a feeling of inadequacy.
DID YOU KNOW? Out of all the students in your class, almost half will drop out and half in tertiary make it before their third year at that institution. What chance does anybody stand if they then get hooked onto drugs too?
LEARNER’S OPINIONS: RANDY: ‘It’s bad, because I’ve seen drugs destroy lives.” Amanda: “People think that drugs give you an edge. Personally, I think that if you abuse drugs or alcohol, then you’re abusing yourself.” LUNGELO: “Drugs? Nope. Not for me, I’ve never tried, and I never will.” NQOBIZITHA: “I know guys that spend their transport money on beer and dagga. It’s the peer pressure that really makes them do it. Even I’ve been tempted. My parents are strict. So that saved me”. GET HELP South African National Counsel for Addiction SANCA 011 917 5015, www.horizonclinic.co.za Alcoholics Anonymous, 011 436 0116, Narcotics, Anonymous, 011 485 5248
Shape Up
TAKING GOOD CARE OF YOUR BODY Wake up! Ample sleep is good for you writes Guy Martin.
WHY SLEEP IS ESSENTIAL Muscles growth- they repair themselves, get bigger and stronger during rest, with the most growth occurring during sleep. Growth hormones release during sleep The brain functions - sleep rests the parts of the brain that plays a part in optimal emotional and social functioning, ensuring you’re in a good mood when you wake up. Plays a key role in learning and memory- your brain replays and processes the information taken in during the day, forming and consolidating new memories. That is why it is especially important to get enough sleep before tests and exams. Increases your attention span and allows you to be physically relaxed and mentally alert at the same time, making it easy to absorb and process everything it sees. To a well-rested brain, schoolwork can seem positively easy.
leep is just as important as food and water, yet most people do not get enough of it. In fact it is even more important than food - we will die from sleep deprivation before we die of hunger. When our lives are always busy, it is easy – and often seems necessary - to cut out sleep, teenagers need nine hours a night while the average adult requires about seven to eight hours. In the Victorian era before electric lighting and alarm clocks, people would sleep between nine and ten hours a night.
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WITHOUT SLEEP After staying awake for only 24 hours our metabolism slows down Leads to drowsiness, reduced concentration, poor memory performance, mood swings and even hallucinations. Staying awake for just 17 hours leads to a decrease in performance equivalent to a blood alcohol-level of 0.05%, or two to three drinks. Depression can set in and the immune system takes a knock as fewer white blood cells are produced. Tired people get sick more often and are highly susceptibility to cardiovascular diseases like arthritis, diabetes, cancer and obesity. You can suffer from poor concentration, hand-eye co-ordination and irritability. Leading to accidents that sleep deprivation causes – it has been estimated that one in six fatal road accidents is caused by tiredness. There is one simple way to test see if you are sleep deprived - you feel tired! Sleep is not a luxury - it’s a biological necessity.
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Relationships
CANT WE JUST ALL GET ALONG
Growing up, its normal to sometimes not get along with your siblings- that’s expected and believe it or not, HEALTHY!
oming from a big family can be seen as a blessing and a curse. Your siblings! Ahhhhh! Where did they come from? Why are they so annoying And why are you guys so different? True, the closer siblings are, the more the conflict, usually around the issues of dominance and differentiation. But the world would be boring if we all were the same now wouldn’t it? You unconsciously learn the important skill of negotiation and the skill of sharing with siblings around. Over the years, you also tend to develop and forge a sense of identity. And you can have your best friend living with you &growing with you, from right under your nose. As long as you don’t have to fight nature ( or each other).
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and not taking sides, because that might lead to more excessive tension later on in our adulthood. Parents should also play a role in the diffusion. Doing things as a whole family and integrating each other and your talents will work. Parents should help develop each child INDIVIDUALLY embracing their interests and differences- so that they develop a sense of security. If you are into electrical stuff, they should encourage you to change the light bulb etc. this will motivate and allow the child to become the person they are intended to be. Ultimately parents need to love their children equally. And resources need to be distributed amongst the children equally, if not it might plant unnecessary resentment amongst the children and tension as the grow old. Do you have any questions about Relationships? Send them in to holamahigschool@gmail.com
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Literature
SERIOUS ESCAPISM IS IN SESSION! Chic lit bookazines a new kinda read
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Cassandra is fed up with making wedding gowns for other women. She would have liked nothing better than to head down the aisle herself, but she is missing a critical ingredient – a willing groom! Cassandra eventually turns to online dating in her search for Mr Right. What starts off as a fun diversion turns into an obsessive compulsion she can’t seem to shake.
When her neighbour Kagiso appears on the scene, she is reluctant to give up her cyber adventures even though she is learning that what glitters in cyberspace isn’t always gold in the flesh. Kagiso discovers her flirting online and she has to deal with the disastrous consequences … will she ever get to have a wedding of her own?
Looking for Mr Right
he literature industry in South Africa is growing and reading books is becoming more fun and pro active a pastime. The Bookazines from Nollybooks are all about that, plus they are easily accessible and cheap for a teenager’s budget. Its ‘chic lit’ novels written by South African authors (with 13 published authors thus far), many of whom have been published for the first time. The stories reflect the lifestyles of young South Africans, giving them content they can relate to. The books also include discussion points for book clubs, word puzzles and quizzes, a mini-dictionary, a celebrity book interview, and readers are introduced to a sassy character called Sis Nolly.
Neo Kay Tsuinyane’s Sis ’ Nolly X interest withYOU ’LL LOVE! REAL SOUTH AFRICAN STORIES books started when she mimicked her A Nollybooks Romance dad’s newspaper reading until she bumped into her first novel at the age of 10. Hola spoke to Sis Nolly herself She did not quite look back and now has a novel releasing with the assistance of Nollybooks in June, Hola: What inspired you to establish is a book lover and feels, ‘Nollybooks has done all Nollybooks? of us a huge favour, people are bound to be soaked Sis Nolly: I felt that as Africans we need to create up in these titles.” heroes that are reflect who we are. I was a little tired of reading about American and Europeans Hola: What inspired your novel? when we have equally interesting stories that Neo Kay: Nollybooks is an inspiration all are much more relevant to us right here on our together. We all want love that comes from the doorsteps. And so far, so good. Once people have backdrop of Soweto going to the Golden gates in read the books, they seem to really enjoy them, I QwaQwa ending off somewhere in Umtata with a think Nollybooks dispel many of the myths that Zulu prince. I guess we are all tired of how Harry many people have about reading-that books are met Sally in a barn somewhere in Sussex…Where boring, intimidating and expensive. Nollybooks is it anyway. So I have always wanted to write a are fun, easy to read and at R49.95 they are book about our country, but too drabby to bore affordable. We have had people contact us from you but exciting and yet informative. So like Sis as far afield as Jamaica, I have had requests from Nolly being Nolly they give you this fabulous Nigeria, Kenya and Ghana. Because, we do plan opportunity to write for them, and they give you to make the books available in other countries tips as well. but right now we are focused on South Africa. Hola: What would you like people to get from Hola: Can anybody submit a manuscript your novels? to get published with you and what is the Neo Kay: I want them to get to know South procedure? Africa. I want them to go with my characters to Moky: Absolutely, anyone can submit, however places they have never been to, know about them getting published is not an easy thing. We have and say one day we will get there. I want them a writers brief which provides guidelines on to fall in love again, I want them to understand how to writer for us and we also encourage the meaning behind a gesture of a rose. Or a kiss potential writers to read out books and look for goodnight on the DOORSTEP. I want them to our writer’s tips on our website at HYPERLINK learn innocence…its something we don’t have “http://www.nollybooks.co.za” www.nollybooks. anymore…. co.za WIN: email ‘ lovebooks’ to holamahighschool@gmail.com Hola: How do you find authors?
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AT THE THEATRE DET Boys High at the SA State Theatre in association with Sibikwa Arts Centre Ends 27th March 2011 Directed by Smal Ndaba and Phyllis Klotz (Founders of Sibikwa Arts Centre in Benoni, Johannesburg) Cast: Sheldon Marema, Moses Kgetsi Mphahlele, Theodore Tsepo Mkhwanazi, Patrick, Shabangu, Thomas Sithole.
Play Line Based on an actual event, DET Boys High is a revival of the highly energetic multiaward winning play first shown in 1991. This fast-paced raw slice of contemporary life incorporates traditional and urban songs, exploring corruption among teachers and the disillusionment of learners – the lost generation of students, who since 1976 have turned to crime as a way of life, sadly still relevant today. AT THE ARTS GALLERY Contemporary Zimbabwean Art Stone Showcased at the Rwavhi Garden Gallery, JHB Ends 10th April 2011 75 sculptures by 40 Zimbabwean artists celebrate the woman – as object of inspiration, adoration and temptation; as mother, spirit, wife and lover. These works will be on show in an indigenous garden and private home setting at the Rwavhi Fine Art gallery, located at 44 Mowbray Road in Greenside, Johannesburg, which is owned and run by former BBC World Service journalist
Carolyn Dempster. With works inspired by contemporary life as well as traditional and spiritual beliefs, Stone Angels will showcase works by a number of Zimbabwe’s most acclaimed sculptors, including Godfrey Matangira (from whose featured work the exhibition takes its name), Author Manyengedzo, Walter Mariga and Peter Makuwise.
EDU TV MATRICS UPLOADED Matrics Uploaded is a multimedia matric support intervention that seeks to provide support to learning areas of the grade 12 curriculum by integrating core curriculum content with an interactive game-show. A full course of multimedia lessons across Mathematics, Physical Sciences, English, Business Studies, Accounting, Maths Literacy and Life Sciences, matrics can use it as their personal
tutorials, with an educator that teaches a lesson on an element of the curriculum and then quiz questions are based on the lesson. Viewers and contestants also have a chance to win really cool prizes. The show, supported by print materials, DVDs, web and mobile learning resources, helps learners to work through all their subjects with ease, at their own pace. Come and upload with us on our new time slot: Mondays to Fridays from 15h00 to 16h00 on SABC 1 with repeats from 05h00 to 06h00. Hosted by three hip young presenters: Amanda Manku, Nonhlanhla Ntuli and Mbuyiselo Khumalo.
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Fashion News
Fashion Statement Hola! Caught up with 21 year old fashion designer Zanele Ncane, whilst on her 6 week visit and internship in Brazil. She is the winner of the 16th Annual Vukani Fashion Awards 2010.
spirited, full of life and ever wild, Brazil. One of the many things that fascinated me the most is how they produce everything themselves from clothes to their own beverages and the finest accessories I have ever seen. To top it all, the Carnival, the costumes at the parades and the Samba drum, to the whole hype of dancing and singing non-stop, the whole experience has been absolutely over-whelming! I tried to take as many pictures as possible.
Hola: How did you hear and enter the Vukani Awards? Zanele: The Vukani people came to our campus (Durban University of Technology), promoting the competition. I knew instantly that I had to enter because I was about to complete my 3rd year and I wanted something that would challenge me, teach me, explore my creativity and find my identity as a designer, in the process. From there I did my research, just to learn more about their profile and their previous competitions, which helped a lot in my designing because I then knew what they wanted. From there I sent in my storyboards, made it to the semi- finals, and then I had go to Johannesburg for the first time, for the finals. Hola: I’m sure you have been absorbing everything in Brazil since your arrival, are you keeping a diary and taking pictures? Anything stand out yet? Zanele: On my way from the airport (in Rio), the first thing I noticed was the graffiti on the walls. Every corner we passed, that to me represented the whole vibe of Brazil- the colourful, free38 | HOL A MAHIGH SCHOOL
Hola: What has Rio de Janeiro been like? Zanele: Rio de Janeiro has been such a fun place to stay in, from the first day, I loved it! The people are so full of life, loving and welcoming regardless of the culture and language differences. I also found Santa Teresa (where I’m staying) to be very convenient for me, not far from the beach, transport is good, and there are lot of places to visit. Hola: the Rio Carnival, is it as eccentric and electrifying in person? Please tell us about the experience, did you get to be involved in any costumes worn during the carnival?
Zanele: Unfortunately the Carnival has passed, and the experience was over-whelming. On my second day here I went to one of the paradesabsolutely crazy, you find men (macho-man) dressed in the silliest dresses and make-up. Funny enough, with their girlfriends, in some cases women and men in the skimpiest lingerie, drinking, dancing, singing and of course making out…….crazy! I didn’t wear anything over the top, just the cute stuff (sequence tie, hat, oversized goggles etc). I did make one of my housemates a costume, we didn’t have much but I managed to make him the African Zulu attire (ibheshu and the hat) and he loved it. Another one of my highlights was the Samba Drum, absolutely mesmerizing! From the costumes, choreography to the whole setup. I found it very interesting when this one Brazilian lady explained to me that in the previous years not many people were given the
Fashion News opportunity to participate in such prestigious events, only people who could afford the schools would, she gladly told me that now there is a system that accommodates everyone, rich or poor. That touched my heart, to see ‘average’ people do something so unbelievably beautiful. Hola: You will be working with highly experienced and renowned designers (Patrizia D’Angelo and Sol Azulay) as well as such a different culture to the ones you are used in South Africa, at such a young age, you ready?
Zanele: Winning the Vukani Award to me means my greatest dreams are finally coming true. It’s such a humbling opportunity, it’s like the first door has been opened for me, but very widely opened because even now I am still amazed at hearing my name being mentioned with the Vukani Awards, since its something from last year, which means they are really pushing young designers. I am forever grateful.
Zanele: I feel so privileged to have gotten such an opportunity, because of the Carnival. I’ve been researching them and their work. The passed week(excluding the Carnival week) I have been taking Portuguese lessons, visiting places, and I also worked with a group of ladies in the favellas (shacks), where they design these really nice beach-sandals, using scraps donated by factories. I was quite taken by their creativity, how they came up with this idea and their professionalism, they also teach a group of Brazilian children English, which I will also do as part of the voluntary work.
Hola: What drove you to study fashion designing? Zanele: At a very young age, I knew I wanted to do something a bit different what from the norms of my community, but at the time did know what. In primary and high school I became popular for my academics, and at that time I actually convinced myself that the job for me would be to be a doctor. I loved the thought but something in me wanted to explore the creativity I had, a friend of mine and I would sketch and recreate designs. Then when I got to grade 11 I decided I wanted to study Fashion. From there studied at DUT and the rest is history. Hola: What else did you win from this competition? Zanele: I won a whole new set of the latest sewing machines, sponsored by Bernina, and of course the overseas 6weeks internship by the DAD Fund (a non-profit organization that focuses on youth development and education through providing local and international bursaries, local and international internships, entrepreneurship programs, educational programs and community projects). Hola: What does winning a Vukani Award mean to you?
Hola: What do you think about internships? Zanele: I think they are very good especially for young graduates like myself. In a way it sort of helps you find your way in the industry, you learn a lot from it, opens your mind to endless possibilities.
Hola: Would you be interested in mentoring young designers in future? Zanele: In the future, yes I would like to, but at the moment I don’t think I have learnt enough myself, but I can give advice here and there, from my own experiences. Hola: So what’s next for you, when you come home to SA?
Zanele: The Vukani Fashion show in May, travel a little more and endless opportunities to grab! We wish Zanele more great things to come and we shall see her on the international ramps and fashion stores in the future!
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Music
GETTING TO KNOW OUR MUSICIANS Hola writer, Branny Mthelebofu meets Kwesta at Special Rekwest
hen I hooked up with him for an interview, Senzo Mfundo Vilakazi aka Kwesta, was pouring tracks at Urban Brew Studios, injecting the mic with new lyrics- in preparation for his second album already. That’s how dedicated the guy is. His debut album, Special Rekwest, features the hit single Flava, a dance &hip hop track, that talks about how he gets into the music industry. He is definitely bringing new flava to the hip hop party. ‘Rap Activity Jam made me who I am today, i think that it could continue to develop other artists’, highlighted Kwesta. On the album he features seasoned rappers Flabba, Red Button, Proverb and N’Veigh in a bonus Sharp Fede remix. Other tracks that receive positive airplay include “Stomp” and “Flash It” and “Babhemi.”
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THINGS U DON’T KNOW ABOUT KWESTA! Kwesta Favourite Things He is 22 Food: Italian, Lasagne Restaurant: Tasha’s, in Rosebank Car: Audi
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Movies\DVD: Inception, that world is a world I would like to explore. He is part of the Nokia Defend Your Street campaign
Kwesta’s outside the music Role Model: My Mother, because she raised three kids on her own. Local Hip Hop musician: Khuli Chan International Hip Hop musician: Kanye West Musician: Adele
What turns Kwesta on? : Hunger for Progress Tooth brush colour: Green, Blue and White First thing he does in the morning: Looking for progress
Won The Freestyle Kings Special on Etv’s Shiz Niz. He does Hip Hop because he can’t sing properly!
Music The Ultimix @ 6 Various Artists It’s the one thing you look forward to every Monday to Friday at exactly 6pm. You guessed it, ‘The Ultimix @ 6’. Except now it’s on a cd, on point and will get you in a party mood. It features your favourite DJs the likes of Euphonik, DJ Clock, Crazy White Boy and even the man himself, DJ Fresh. Big tracks to look out for include Dennis Ferrer- Hey Hey, UPZ feat. DKPPure Surprise, Fish Go Deep- the Cure and the Cause, and my personal favourite DJ Fresh ft T. Sikwane- Stay Real 2010.Some high-quality music! - Shoneez Francis
Welcome to the Family Black Gold Welcome to the Family, Black Gold’s debut album, has easy sing along to tracks. Hip Hop and R&B meet umbhaqanga with revived traditional music to a higher level. They sample legendaries Inkunzi Emdaka &Phuzikhemisi ( 2AM),Chicco Twala (We Can Dace), PJ Powers ( Feel Good). Another slow gem, Treat U like Gold, is for the lovers, and a good listen, it embraces girls as gold. They will remind you that rap music is Mzansi’s drive for youth. Producers include renowned underdog 37 and Patrick ‘Carame’ Hickey. – Branny Mthelebofu Ventilation Volume 3 Slikour When you talk about Slikour, it’s about fun and moves from the left side to the right side, and he does that with Ventilation Volume 3. On VV3 he features his protégé and talented new kid on the block Kwesta, kwaito veteran Bouga Luv, La Vuvusela, Angelo, Donald, Ziyon, Craig Hinds , Watershed and Tumisho Masha. He introduces a new act named Ntando in Iphuta Lam. Make sure
that people are not around to see you practicing to shake your body and shoulders with Hell Yeah featuring the sweet voice of Tamara Dey. – Branny Mthelebofu MUSIC DVD REVIEW 101 LIVE! TEARGAS This amazing live dvd by Teargas is a must see, had you missed the live recording in Joburg. They performed all the top hits from their last 3 albums and the dvd is another class of rap, creating an active vibe for abom’rapper from Ekasi. Fans will enjoy the road to fame, from entry to stardom with the ever so popular
Chance, that rocked the airwaves and South African at large. They also share the stage with Tarmasha, Tira and Liesi, HHP and Proadding the flavour on the track Goodfellaz. Mhlobo Wami could not be left out of the live performance. It’s a tight compilation dvd with an additional 11 music videos and additional bonus features such as the making of music videos and behind the scenes of Teargas. – Branny Mthelebofu HOL A MAHIGH SCHOOL | 41
Movie Review
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Have you ever been thirsty for water and found all the taps were empty? Rango (Johnny Depp) is a victim of that when water is only available in the wealthy high places. . Rango, a stranger in the community, manages to fake his power to become a hero in a short space of time. His challenge is to get water instantly, since thirst destroys his conversation with everyone. Now the community lacks water as well, inorder to please them, come up with water solution. The community is shocked to see this powerful man, but do not realize that Rango searches a little drop of water to remove his thirst from the dirty village. It is a very exciting movie that will attract your quest for movies and shake people’s minds with its story. Real cow boys in animation making it an action with comedy to sooth your taste. John Logan has written this story thinking about audience who loves good entertaining stories, if you want to release your muscles, the movie will feel the gap. – Branny Mthelebofu WIN!!! We giving away these cool Rango hampers, drop us an email with ‘Rango’ in the subject line to holamahighschool@ gmail.com
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Music
gadgets Hello Kitty The Hello Kitty iPod docking speaker retails at R999.95 and is available from leading retailers or directly from Tevo. Call 0861 77 88 88 or log on to www.tevo.co.za.
Tevo Rides High With Razor Razor, the world’s number one ride-on brand, is now available in South Africa. There is the E Series (E100 and E300) electric scooters for youngsters, the Spark Scooter - a kick scooter with a step on spark bar, the Pro Model trick scooter for aspiring freestyle riders, the patented Sole Skate (a ‘seriously stealth ride’) and the Ripstik Air Pro - a twist on the world renowned casterboard, the Ripstik. Razor will soon have hip and happening kids of all ages scooting around on some of the world’s most innovative gizmos…whether self or battery powered. The Razor range is available from Game, Makro, Sportsmans Warehouse, Toys R Us or directly from Tevo on 0861 77 88 88 or www.tevo.co.za.
Shox Solo
shoX solo is the first combined portable music player and speaker of its kind. Using an SD card, it has all the functions of an MP3 player built into the mini speaker. Simply load music onto your SD card and insert into the shoX solo. Using a five-way MP3 control panel, you can skip tracks, adjust volume, play and pause. Use the built in 3.5mm audio jack cable to connect to other audio devices such as cellphones, iPods or other MP3 players. Better still, thanks to Linx technology you can hook up with other shoX maXi’s and solos for jaw-dropping party sound. You can also use your shoX solo as a portable
hard drive with the handy USB adaptor – simply plug into any computer to access your files. To listen to your ‘beats on the sly’, plug in your shoX truth headphones¹ and use the MODE button to mute the speaker and send the audio only to your earphones. shoX solo comes with an SD card preloaded with the new album from ‘Fire Through The Window’² entitled ‘Golden’. The shoX solo is priced at R399.95. It is available from Look & Listen, Musica, Incredible Connection, Apple, Makro and Game or directly from Tevo on 0861 77 88 88 or www.tevo.co.za.
EDITOR’S NOTES: 1. shoX truth inner ear headphones recently launched. They offer a whole new sound sensation. Plug in your iPod, iPhone, MP3 player or cell phone, slip your shoX truth earphones into your ears and feel the real power of music. Retails at R249.95. 2. ‘Fire Through the Window’ is an indie pop rock band hailing from Durban. The band’s hit ‘Do Do Do’ from ‘HEY’ was utilised in a shoX television campaign. 44 | HOL A MAHIGH SCHOOL
Travel
Fix’s Travels ikile Moeti is a world citizen. Born in South Africa, raised in Botswana, Fiks has seen a great deal of the world through her work as the first female MTVBASE VJ. Hola! Caught up with her as she reads for her undergraduate degree in Chicago, about her studies, her first role in the upcoming Mandela movie & some more travelling.
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Hola: What is it that you are studying exactly? Fiks: I am currently studying in a program called AEMM, which stands for the Arts, Entertainment and Media Management – majoring in Business and Entrepreneurship.
Hola: Are you under a scholarship? Fiks: It is not a scholarship, as it was very difficult to find scholarships for Art orientated students whom are South African yet alone African. At this stage, my family and I saved a lot of money to make this possible, and I can happily say that I have received scholarships from American based organisations because I never gave up. A good education is expensive no matter how many shows you do on MTV or on 5FM. Hola: What led to your decision to study? Fiks: Having only a matric to my name was concerning even though I had a set career in Johannesburg, but I think more than anything. I rushed into the entertainment industry not realising the other talents that I had and the bigger goals I wanted to achieve in life. I’m a huge social entrepreneur deep down and providing social and economic solutions in South Africa. My life has truly been different! Hola: So how has College life been so far? Fiks: It’s been different! I’m in classes with students younger than myself so adjusting to being ‘the grandma’ (and I’m only 24). It can get frustrating from an intellect point of view. With that said, my College is in the heart Chicago’s artistic City, therefore unlike many traditional Colleges I can shop at amazing clothing’s stores between classes. Hola: Apart from College, is there anything else you up to work wise? Fiks: Yes, I have been busy working on my own
enterprise, which has been more paper work. I have also made a slight career change, yet my skills learnt from radio and television remains a primary role in my future project.
Hola: What’s it like studying in another country? Fiks: It’s an eye-opener more than anything and possibly a huge cultural shock in the beginning even if you are a frequent traveller. I came to Columbia College for a reason – they had a great Art and Business division, which is rare to find worldwide. The opportunities given to students on an everyday basis is amazing compared to our institutions back home. Hola: What’s it like to go from tv personality to a student? Fiks: Well, considering MTV Networks only broadcasted in Africa and 5Fm in South Africa, I do not get ‘disturbed’, but funny enough I was in Disney World Orlando last week and there was a South African dude that recognised me. I gave him a huge hug because he made me miss home so much!
Hola: Do you get to travel still? Fiks: Yep, on my capacity though! For example in the past 8 months I have been to New York (for December holidays) and Disney World Orlando.
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Editorial
Joburg Water Editorial Joburg Water provides more than just water to the Joburg youth, Slindokuhle Mbuyisa interviewed spokesperson, Baldwin Matsimele and found out more about its initiatives, National Water Week and youth opportunities. Slindokuhle: Why should young people care about Joburg Water? Baldwin: Young people should care about Johannesburg Water as we are responsible for providing water and sanitation to all the residents in the City of Joburg ( to more than seven million people). Our company is relevant to them as it also provides a platform for young people to get involve in service delivery programmes through various community orientated projects and educational programmes the company has launched.
Slindokuhle: Are there any opportunities for young people within Joburg water? There are many opportunities within our company for young people, such as becoming the eyes and ears of Johannesburg Water within their communities by participating in public education activities. Furthermore, they can engage our (Human Resources) HR department to enquire on available bursaries and possible career opportunities within the company. Alternatively log on to www. johannesburgwater.co.za for more information. Slindokuhle:What can one study, if one is looking working for a company like Joburg Water in the long run? Baldwin: Anything from Communications, Finance to Engineering. But we encourage people to study Engineering as it is one of the areas with scarce skills and qualified people. Slindokuhle: Could you tell us more about your community projects? Baldwin:We have various community based programmes such as public education programmes and infrastructure related projects where communities get involved as labourers or SMMEs (Small, Medium and Micro Enterprises).
Slindokuhle: How do you increase learner’s interest in Joburg Water? Baldwin:We are doing this through our bursary scheme and annual events such as Take A Girl Child To work initiative. Slindokuhle:What can we do to make sure Joburg Water continues to run efficiently? 46 | HOL A MAHIGH SCHOOL
Baldwin:An important role would be becoming good citizens and contribute towards the development of the area by participating in community projects and partner with government in changing customer behaviour ( closing a dripping tap instead of ignoring it, etc). During National Water Week,an annual event to highlight issues relating to water and raising awareness of the importance of conserving water ( 21 – 27th March) you can become ambassadors. Slindokuhle: Does population growth affect your work? It affects our infrastructure as we have to replace and increase capacity to cater for the growing city.
‘Recently Professor Mike Muller of the government’s National Planning Commission warned that South Africa will face a water crisis within the next decade. eThekwini, Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg are most likely to feel the shortages.’ DID YOU KNOW The second phase of the Lesotho Highlands Water Project will supply Gauteng with more water in 2020. Until this project is completed, South Africa runs the risk of severe water restrictions if there is a critical drought in the next 10 years.
SAVE WATER Install a low-flow shower head and tap aerators on all taps. Flush toilets only when necessary. Install a multi-flush or dual-flush mechanism in the toilet. A multi-flush device allows the user to choose exactly how much water goes to waste when pressing the handle. A dual-flush device has a short flush button for liquids and a longer flush button for solids. Plant water-wise indigenous plants. Water gardens only in the early morning or the evening or when necessary Install garden drip irrigation on flower beds and sprayers on lawns. Collect rainwater for re-using on the garden or washing the car. Use a broom instead of a hosepipe when cleaning driveways or patios. Insulate hot water pipes so that not too much water is wasted when waiting for water to get hot. Cover your swimming pool to reduce water evaporation Fix leaking pipes. It is estimated that at least 30% of water intended for domestic use is lost through leaking or burst pipes.
EDITORIAL
What’s new at the department of education in 2011?
Secondary School Improvement Plan, Study Groups, The Gauteng Department of Education formally launched the expanded Secondary School Improvement Plan (SSIP). It targets 51 000 matriculants who attend 391 schools that achieved less than an 80% pass rate in last year’s matric exams. The message is: Gauteng Matric class of 2011: it starts here and now! SSIP sites have been increased throughout the province from 94 to 109 this year. With every Saturday and during school holidays classes. 1800 expert tutors have been employed for learners in Grade 12 maths, maths literacy, accounting, physical science, life science, history and geography. Study material in economics, business studies and English first additional language as well as tuition in these subjects during the school holidays are provided for.
One of the positive lessons learned from the public sector strike last year, is the interest learners have in establishing study groups, they play a major role in learner performance and encourage learners to take greater responsibility for their own learning processes. In addition, self study groups will be incorporated in the programme for the next three years and provide learners with study material - motivating learners to study consistently, SSIP sites will be visited by artists, sporting legends and motivational speakers.
The department is offering tuition in maths, physical science and accounting for Grades 10 and 11 to help diminish the dropout rate in the senior secondary phase. It’ll also run during school holidays only. To encourage longevity, educators in SSIP schools will be trained, to align
and interface daily classroom work during the week and SSIP work on weekends. Districts will monitor the daily delivery of lessons according to pace setters as well as monitor SSIP over the weekend to identify, react to, and resolve issues and misalignments.
More Classrooms To combat the increased rate of pressure on classroom space, the department prioritised the delivery of extra classrooms to those identified, working around the clock to expedite the delivery of the 2000 prefabricated classrooms ordered in the latter half of 2010. 1314 classrooms were manufactured and 1055 delivered. Safer Schools To improve safety in our schools, the department has reprioritised the budget so that fencing identified schools can be done urgently. Replacing wires with palisade fencing. Contractors have completed 30 schools and are on site in 278 schools. Fencing is about to begin in 96 schools and fencing maintenance work is being conducted in 45 schools. Manufacturing of palisade fences for 91 school fences is underway.
To facilitate implementation of other aspects of our school safety strategy, School Governing Body (SGB) Associations will ensure a standardised content in school safety strategies and the protocol for reporting incidents. Advocacy programmes in high risk schools including anti-racism, anti-bullying, anti-sexism and antixenophobia will also be focused on. For more information on the Gauteng Department of Education visit www.gautengonline.gov.za
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Editorial he enjoyed playing sports for the country. Fast Fact: ‘Lack of participation in school activities, sports, is associated with greater likelihood of involvement in delinquent behavior.’ Fast Fact: ‘By a 2-1 ratio, boys who participate in sports do better in school do not drop out and have better chances of getting through tertiary education.’ The Bene�its: � Build your self-confidence and you develop skills to handle competitive situations- you also become less vulnerable and more assertive �
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Karabo Maila looks at the long and short terms benefits of leading an active lifestyle for teens! hy Sports? Sports although, physically demanding and challenging offers great benefits to teens. It s rewards are reaped long after your high school years. Research done on high school students in America shows that an active body creates way for a better life, academically and socially. Teenagers around the world are all generally faced with the same challenges ranging from peer pressure to school grades and career choices when they exit high school level. What then is the basis of a healthy and productive approach to life through your teenage years and into your adult life? How many times do you hear your aunt or mom complain about back pains or even sore limbs and wonder if you will ever say such in your lifetime? The truth is we are all certain to age some day but early engagement in sports will let us do so, like talk show queen Oprah says, “Gracefully”
Valuable lessons can be learnt through engaging in sporting activity. Through participation students learn teamwork, sportsmanship, winning and losing, the rewards of hard work and more importantly selfdiscipline. Self-discipline: sports icons in South Africa and abroad are known to be out of order and often give in to ill-discipline(the likes of local player Katlego “Killer“ Mphela and international player Gennaro Gattuso’s recent displays of misconduct), yet a great many are proving iconic. We find that in stars like our very own former Bafana Bafana and Leeds United captain footballer Lucas “Rhoo” Radebe who has graced international shores with his footballing skills. So, then, that is where sport can take you if you are attentive and focused, also willing to learn. Rhoo, as we affectionately know him, is now currently Cocacola’s brand ambassador in South Africa. Not bad, not bad at all, we can thank his discipline for the millage
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Encourage positive relationships between involvement in activity programs and amongst your peers and parents. You are more likely to have aspirations of excelling in what you set their mind and achieving greater heights.
With the current society we live in, certain issues can be avoided.Teenage pregnancies could drop. A healthy and nourished you. Fit for life.
It transcends race, politics or language groups and reunites countries. Now you have to wonder why Afghanistan and the U.S.A had not engaged in a soccer match. Matters might have been made better between the two nations. Or not. It mobilizes the understanding and changes perceptions towards Hiv-Aids in schools. It offers better ways of tackling the issue and increasing awareness of the disease are better enforced.
Due to your increased sense of self-confidence.
When one claims victory or their team wins a game cheering is often the order followed by hugs and embraces with smiles and cheers then the trumpeting of Vuvuzelas. A setting of togetherness fills up people’s spirits. Imagine claiming that victory throughout your life, by just kicking a ball!
‘ Fast Fact: The ratio for girls who participate in sports and do well in school is 3-1’. ‘Fast fact: About 92% of sports participants do not use drugs’. Some research courtesy of: www.unicef. co.za , www.southafrica.info, www.iahsaa.org, www. ezinearticle.com, The National Federation of State High School Association.
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