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A number of reasons to celebrate MANY people either look forward to the festive pe­ riod and begin their countdown to Christmas in Oc­ tober, while others are left running for the hills to avoid the ‘silliness’ that comes with the season.

As we get ready to wind down and take a breath­ er, we decided to reflect on some of the wonderful reasons to celebrate the year that was.

Yes, we can talk about some of the lowlights as well (no pun on the word ‘lights’), but that would not be very festive at all.

The team at the Fever has had a wonderful year and has shared some truly remarkable memories with you.

We’ve had an action­packed year from meeting wonderful individuals who are slowly changing their communities one step at a time to covering campaigns that shows a proactive community who are willing to fight for their beloved home towns.

To those people who are continuously going the

extra mile to serve others, we would like to salute you and thank you for allowing us to share your sto­ ries.

This year South Africans voted hoping for the best – many are now glued to the parliament ses­ sion coverage because you never know what to ex­ pect. In 2015 we will be joining the queues for the by­elections and once again, hoping for positive change.

We know we live in a beautiful city and another reason to be a proud Durbanite is Durban has been voted an official new Seven Wonder City of the world.

The picturesque beaches, rolling hills and breath­taking skyline together with a host of won­ derful inhabitants, sets us apart from the rest of South Africa.

After 40 years, the Miss World title is held by a South African.

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Rolene Strauss was crowned Miss World at the weekend and now features in a long list of remarka­ ble women who continue to make a difference to the countries they live in and the world.

South Africans also took time through out the year to remember Nelson Mandela and do their bit to fulfill his legacy.

It’s been a year since his death and many ques­ tioned the stability and patriotism of South Afri­ cans. The good news is, it seems as if communities are now more united than ever. Many believe his spirit still lives on calling it a sprinkling of ‘Madiba magic’.

Clearly South Africans will continue to make great strides despite the negative news that some­ times comes to the fore.

The Fever would like to wish all our fantastic cli­ ents and readers a wonderfully happy festive sea­ son and here’s to welcoming 2015 in style.

28 June 2016

Dear Readers, TODAY marks the end of another year for the Hillcrest Fever, and as the festivities kick off for this season, let us reflect on moments that touched our lives and the community this past year.

2014 has been marked by persistent challenges in our economy with price inflations (food, electricity, fuel, etc.).

We had weather catastrophes and crime

THE Grade 3 pupils at St Benedict School had lots of fun learning about the different countries of the world during the second term.

This culminated with their annual “Around the World Day” which gave the pupils the opportunity to come to school dressed in the clothing of a country of their choice.

They then took a ‘trip’ to each grade and each class ‘hosted’ them in a different country.

Pupils learnt about some of the countries, sing songs, dance and sample some of the traditional foods of the various countries.

continues to destroy some of our communities.

However, the one thing that continues to stand undefeated is the spirit of the Upper Highway community. Through the difficult times, our readers have once again proven that we are, without a doubt, among the most resilient and strong-willed.

We have weathered all the storms that came our way and have demonstrated that we can be a community to be proud of - from our disabled horse rider achieving his goals to a local woman beating breast cancer and becoming an inspiration to others - our community stands together proud!

We are confident that 2015 will be better than ever.

We, at The Hillcrest Fever, have faced our

own challenges this year, but as we enter 2015 we renew our pledge to you to do our very best to continue to be the most accurate, fair and balanced source of news, opinion, features, sports and entertainment in the Upper Highway Area.

We will continue to be open and honest with our readers and we assure you that the new year will be one never to be forgotten.

Our hearts go out to those who lost loved ones this year and those experiencing difficulties of all types this holiday season. We extend sincere and warm wishes to our Hillcrest Fever family for a safe and peaceful festive season, and a happy and prosperous 2015.

Kalisha Naicker Senior Journalist Hillcrest Fever

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Sphesihle Gumede (Spain), Angela Chen (South Africa), Shiloh Corcos (Egypt) and Caitlin Oday­ ar (Egypt).

LEFT: Sphokuhle Mjiyako (China), Asithandile Madziba (India), Unathi Sithole (Wales) and Ntwenhle Mbatha (Greece).

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Agreement signed for GO!Durban project >> The bus operators’ MOA will see continued discussion around the contracts for the bus operators NOSIPHO MKHIZE nosipho.mkhize@media24.com

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THEKWINI Municipality and the bus operators potentially affected by the GO!Durban project - the city’s Integrated Rapid Public Transport Network (IRPTN) system signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) last Thursday.

The memorandum outlines the way forward for dialogue and negotiations which will affect the roll out and operations of the IRPTN in which the current public transport industry will have a key role to play.

The MOA was signed by the deputy city manager Dr Musa Gumede on behalf of the City, and bus operators represented by the Durban Bus Owners’ Association (BOA), The KwaZulu-Natal Bus Council (KWANABUCO) and the South African Bus Owners’ Association (SABOA).

In 2011, the City started engagements with the leadership of the current public transport industry to be part of a consultation process to discuss their participation in GO!Durban’s operations.

The bus operators’ MOA will see continued discussion around the contracts for the bus operators who will become invested shareholders in the vehicle operating companies (VOC) with the mini-bus taxi industry.

Since the launch of GO!Durban, the City has been committed to introducing a new public transport system in partnership with affected public transport operators, including the mini-bus taxi industry with an MOA signed between them and the City in February 2014.

MEC for Transport, Community

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The Go!Durban construction in KwaDabeka.

Safety and Liaison in KwaZulu-Natal, Mxolisi Kaunda, said: “The signing of this agreement - the next step in the process of delivering a new improved public transport system for the people in the country - marks government’s commitment to on-going consultation and participation in the democratic process of the country. We estimate that there are a significant number of people involved in the bus and minibus taxi industry in the eThekwini Municipality and it is vital that they are part of the process going forward, that their voices are heard and that they play a role in planning their futures in the programme.”

EThekwini mayor James Nxumalo, said: “Operators whose routes will be

affected by the GO!Durban operations will have the opportunity to be included in vehicle operating companies, with which the City would negotiate and enter into a contract to operate the services as outlined in the NLTA (National Land Transport Act).”

“We recognise that significant support must be given to them to be able to manage a viable and sustainable bus operating company, with impeccable governance, in the interests of service delivery to the people of the City, as ultimately GO!Durban is a vital component in the machine to realise our vision of making the City the most caring and liveable by 2030.”

“It is important that everyone understands that this MOA is not the negoti-

ated agreement for the operators’ involvement in GO!Durban. This MOA is merely the agreement that sets out how we as the City entity and the bus operators, will negotiate their involvment into the new system. The MOA represents a commitment by all parties to engage with one another in order to arrive at a mutually satisfactory position.

“It outlines our mutual roles and responsibilities, the rules of engagement, and sets the boundaries in which we will work together as we embark on the negotiation process. Our vision is not only to set out the goals of excellent service, but to look at how transformation of the public transport sector as a whole can be affected.”

“It is also important to note that the bus operators, are not the only people affected by the introduction of a new system. There are drivers who are the face of public transport services and a critical stakeholder to the delivery of a safe, reliable public transport system, as are a host of other people in the employ of the sector.

“To ensure they are all included in the process, a comprehensive skills development programme aimed at existing employees affected by the project has been developed and will be discussed with both the taxi and bus operators. These programmes aim to stimulate professionalisation of public transport drivers with improved conditions of service,” he added.

Centre with a vision nosipho.mkhize@media24.com

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ANY KZN people in townships grab every opportunity to empower themselves with skills and knowledge and get these opportunities from organisations and resource and community centres.

The Clermont Youth Centre is a community centre that assists by empowering the youth with various skills.

Chairperson of the centre, Vumani Gwala, said the centre was established last year after seeing a need to accommodate the youth where they can tackle issues concerning them while empowering them with skills.

“In 2005 there was an organisation,

called Gugulethu in Clermont. They made a difference in the community, especially among the youth. They had internet services where they allowed the youth to browse for free when applying for jobs.

“Sadly, the centre closed due to lack of funding. After the fall of Gugulethu it was hard to find an organisation for young people in Clermont, except for political organisations. We had an idea of opening a youth centre in Clermont and it came about in 2015.

“The centre offers educational programmes - basic computer skills, journalism NQF level 5 and security guard and cashier training. We also have a multimedia department which has a recording studio for those who are in-

terested in music and film production.

“We roll out these programmes bit by bit due to space. We work hand in hand with the Sector Education and Training Authority because we are not fully accredited.

“We also conduct awareness campaigns which tackle issues like substance abuse and HIV and Aids. We have a programme that deals with the distribution of sanitary pads in schools, which is called Zithande. We facilitate in peer education under Zithande where we train pupils from tertiary to become peer teachers that visit schools and talk about various issues.

“These teachers are monitored and provide reports on how many pupils attended, the outcome and whether

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any of the pupils were referred to other organisations.

“We are almost done with finalising our partnership with loveLife where it will work with our multimedia department. Our journalism students will work on our monthly newspaper, called the Clermont Youth Voice.”

Gwala said the centre is also registered under the Department of Social Development, which believes in uplift-

ing the community.

“All our services are free and we are here to help the youth find jobs, so that’s why we offer all of these services free of charge. The centre covers the Ink (Inanda, Ntuzuma, KwaMashu) area, west and outer west region as well as the upper highway.”

To contact the Clermont Youth Centre, phone 078 900 3386.

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Clermont Youth Cen­ tre chair­ person, Vu­ mani Gwa­ la.

At the Cler­ mont Youth Centre re­ cording stu­ dio Nosisa Madla and Lungisani Ndlovu.

Seen at the Clermont Youth Centre Nana Mdluli (left) and Vumani Gwala.

Armed hijacker sentenced MFUNDO Lushaba (21) from KwaDabeka Township was convicted and sentenced 15 years’ imprisonment for hijacking at the Pinetown Regional Court.

The accused was further sentenced to five years for possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

KZN SAPS spokesperson Lieutenant-Colonel Shooz Magudulela said on 1 April 2014 the victim, 60-years-old, was in his Toyota double-cab bakkie outside Pinetown Post Office waiting for his wife, who was in the post office, when he was approached by the armed suspect.

Winter wellness tips WINTER proves to be the most challenging time of the year when it comes to staying healthy and fit. As the days grow shorter and the nights grow longer, we find our­ selves easing up on our commitments. We would rather be covered in blankets than covered in sweat; we would rather be heat­ ing up carbs than burning up calories. So how do we combat and counter our slacking and prevent post­winter aftershock?

The first step in being healthy starts with a good, balanced diet. But if you find yourself with an excessive craving for carbs and fatty foods during the winter months, don’t be alarmed. Many of us have had to deal with that extra little layer of fat around our bellies come September because of our increased appetites in winter. Craving car­ bohydrates like pastas and pastries is nor­ mal during winter. However, you can satisfy your cravings in a healthy way.

The second step is to continue exercising when you don’t feel like it.

Here are easy things you can do to remain healthy and fit during winter: • When deciding to carb it up, rather choose the healthier option “Good carbs” as we know ’em are high in fibre and takes longer to digest. Because of this, you feel fuller for longer – and this is excellent for weight control. Instead of stuffing your face with chocolate dough­ nuts, rather try low­carb chocolate zucchini brownies.

• Don’t neglect your water intake The winter cold prompts us to hot drinks like teas, coffees and hot chocolate, and we may shiver at the thought of drinking eight glasses of pure water a day. Although there’s nothing wrong with indulging in

some warm liquid love, you shouldn’t ne­ glect your 100% water intake. Water not only regulates our body temperature, but it helps with detoxifying our bodies and transporting nutrients and oxygen.

• Check your gym membership If you have to drive 45 minutes to get to the gym every day, chances are that you’ll more often than not feel “very tired” or you might just find that there’s a whole load of wash­ ing that you “forgot” to do. Rather find a club that’s convenient for you. Check your membership and consider upgrading to su­ per­club which allows you to attend any of the clubs near you. This definitely makes popping out to exercise so much easier and eliminates all other excuses.

• Change your daily routine Many of us give winter mornings the cold shoulder, especially when it means getting up to exercise. Exercising in the late after­ noon doesn’t just beat getting up early, but it has been proven to combat fatigue and to help improve sleeping patterns. Rather than completely staying away, consider go­ ing to the gym after work as opposed to ear­ ly in the morning. Perhaps even try a simple and short workout at your gym. This is a functional training class that aims to en­ hance your endurance, posture and muscle strength and all this is done in only 30 min­ utes. It’s the perfect workout for when you’re in a rush to get back under the covers.

• Get a gym buddy Finding a gym buddy will do wonders for your level of commitment. You’ll be able to encourage and motivate each other to keep going. ­ Supplied.

The policeman said that the suspect demanded the car keys.

The victim was shot in the upper arm and his vehicle stolen.

“A police vehicle which was in the vicinity responded to the complaint and chased the hijacked vehicle until it crashed against a tree in New Ger-

Man jailed for possession of unlicensed firearm NOSIPHO MKHIZE nosipho.mkhize@media24.com A 29-YEAR-OLD man, Sphamandla Innocent Nxele, was convicted and sentenced to 12 years’ imprisonment

by Camperdown Magistrate’s Court of which four years were suspended for five years for possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

Pinetown communication officer Warrant Officer BJ Manqele said: “On 11 January, 2012 at Pietermaritzburg Tactical Response Team members were working in Mpumalanga Township when they received information about a person who was in possession of an unlicensed firearm in George Dale area.

“The members proceeded to the address and upon arrival they searched the house of the accused and a 38 special revolver with five live rounds of ammunition was found.

“The suspect was immediately placed under arrest and charged for possession of unlicensed firearm and ammunition,” said the policeman. “ The accused made several appearances in court until he was finally convicted and sentenced.”

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“The suspect was found in possession of unlicensed firearm and was arrested. He made several court appearance until his conviction and sentencing.”

The KwaZulu-Natal acting provincial commissioner, Major General

Bhekinkosi Langa applauded the members for their dedication which led to the sentencing of the accused.

“We hope the sentenced will send a strong message to other criminals.”

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Township with a history NOSIPHO MKHIZE THE Clermont KwaDabeka Tourism Devel­ opment was established in 2013 as a com­ munity tourism organisation by Durban Tourism and the KZN Department of Tour­ ism.

The aim of the organisation was to give tourists a township experience and teach them about the history of Clermont and KwaDabeka ­ which goes back to 1848 when German settlers were brought to Na­ tal by Jones Bergtheil, who bought a farm called Kranskloof.

In 1848 the 6 030­acre Clermont farm was granted to the Voortrekker Solomon Maritz by the English Colonial Government.

In 1849 Reverend Posselt established the mission station of Christiannenburg, named after his wife Christiaane. In 1867 a church was built at Christiannenburg fol­ lowed by a school in 1876.

Between 1848 and 1876 the farms Kranskloof and Clermont were bought by Bergtheil.

In 1928 the Berlin Mission sold most of Christiannenburg and Clermont farm, ex­ cept 50 acres which include the church, the manse and the school.

In 1931 the freehold African township of Clermont was founded as a private de­ velopment.

In 1939 the Clermont Township Residents

Committee was forced to raise revenue, regulate community services and pro­ vide transport. Then the Clermont sub­ urbs were formed and divided into sev­ en suburbs ­ Central, Fannin, Indundu­ ma, Shembe, Umngeni, Christiannenburg and KwaDabeka.

Clermont Kwadabeka Tourism De­ velopment board member Sipho Cele said: “The centre encourages township tours after seeing that many [tourists] came to South Africa and left without seeing and experiencing the township life.

“This office was built in 2013 and it’s named changed from Isivivane Tour­ ism to Clermont Kwadabeka Tourism Development, however, from 1998 we only had a forum and held meetings at a place called Uhuru.

“We offer various services including township tours. We formed a tourism business network in the townships, and created tourism awareness in the town­ ships. We also encourage businesses in the townships to be properly registered so that all the businesses are up to stan­ dard when we take tourists around.

“We also visit local schools and con­ duct tourism awareness programmes as well teach them about what tourism is all about. We also do the campaigns in the community, businesses and church­ es.”

He advised people and students who are interested in tourism: “Tourism is an industry and it is the future. It can be so much fun and it really takes you to places. We welcome every communi­ ty member to come and learn more about tourism.”

For more information on Clermont KwaDabeka Tourism Development phone 031 711 2326. ­ Supplied.

Clermont KwaDab­ eka Tourism Devel­ opment members Sipho Cele, Anele Nogobo, Sbu Mthembu and Samkelo Dlamini.

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Women open a safe haven for the elderly NOSIPHO MKHIZE

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GROUP of concerned Clermont women started a society in 1964 after seeing the need to help the elderly, and called it the Zibambeleni Clermont Women’s Society.

Board member Dr Mthembu said the founders were touched when they saw an elderly street man trying to survive during apartheid and gathered support from women in the area and surrounds to assist in providing a shelter and protection for the old man.

Society members decided that there was an urgent need for an oldage home that would cater for the elderly in the community.

“An old-age home was built in 1979 with donations received from Rotary Club New Germany and Westville, and in June 1980 the first residents were admitted, and on 30 August the home was officially opened.

“The home could accommodate elderly 132 residents, however, they became frail and required 24-hour care, protection and support, so the need for a frail-care unit was identified and in 1990 it was built.

“The home was registered as an NPO with the Department of Social Development. Besides providing shelter for elderly and vulnerable people it also created job opportunities for unemployed citizens in the area. Our vision was to create and maintain a friendly and safe environment to meet health and social needs of all old and disabled people in the home and also alleviate poverty in the community through projects.

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Zibambeleni Old Age Home members Wellington Mthembu, Dr Mthembu, CT Nzimande and BB Zuma.

“Our mission is to assist aged, disabled and frail individuals in the community by providing excellent care for them where they are looked after by competent staff who boost their morale and make them feel important so that when they died they will die with dignity.

“We also assist the community through poverty alleviation and empower them to sustain their lives through knitting, gardening, sewing, computer literacy and baking projects.

“The home’s goal is to ensure that residents live in a safe and secure environment and are excellently taken care of, fulfilling the basic needs of vul-

nerable elderly people and ensure that they get the best medical attention.

“We provide health care services, provision of shelter, 24-hour physical care and protection, health talks, occupational, physiotherapist, mind stimulation games, Bible study, storytelling, board games, physical activities, inter-generational programmes, social work services, awareness campaigns, group and case work, screening and an admission process. Since we are an NPO we depend solely on donations tomake the lives of our residents a joy.”

For more information phone 031 707 1410/3625 or email zoah@telkomsa.net.

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Can SA rise from ashes?

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T was a great relief that our sovereign credit ratings were not downgraded to junk status. After a period of political and economic turbulence, South Africa was viewed as a risky destination for foreign investors.

The government, business and labour worked together to reassure the three international ratings agencies, Moody’s, S&P Global and Fitch, that South Africa has turned the corner and will focus on economic growth and fiscal targets.

Now that we have jumped the hurdle, there is a danger that it will be business as usual until the ratings

Scams, spams and other things VALENE GOVENDER I HAVE won the lottery in unknown countries, received inheritances from distant relatives in the UK and have won tons of SMS competitions I have never entered.

I am officially a “scam and spam” billionaire. I receive at least one SMS a month informing me that I have won R250 000 in a washing powder draw. I have at least five emails from “relatives” in the UK asking me for banking details as I have inherited one million pounds, and I have also won lotteries in countries I have never heard of.

Most of these emails and SMSes come with a link. When you click on the link it takes you to a foreign website and your information is being downloaded by scammers.

People have lost airtime and money from their bank accounts believing these messages to be true. It surprises me that people think they can win competitions they never entered.

I am also surprised that people think they can become rich overnight. I recently read a story about a woman who trusted a “spiritual healer” with R50 000. She was told to put the money in a suitcase and bury it somewhere and to her surprise (really?) the money was stolen the next morning. The man, being the magician that he is, disappeared and could not be reached.

She opened a case at the police station, but I would hate to be the investigating officer on a case like this.

In my quest to understand the

agencies look our way again in December.

Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan says there should be greater cohesion in our society around building the economy and more positive narratives to talk our economy up. Speaking at The Gathering hosted by the Daily Maverick last week, Gordhan said there is a need for greater co-operation from all sectors of society, and even between the government and the opposition, to turn around the negative trend. “Confidence plays a big part in whether we get investments going and business activity going in our country,” Gordhan said. “Confidence is also about building trust and building understanding, and having a shared idea of where we want to take this country.”

I was thinking about this while travelling by train between Bonn and Berlin in Germany this week. Instead of enjoying the idyllic countryside

thinking behind making a decision to trust an unbelievable mission, I ask the following questions …

Firstly, if you have R50 000 lying around, why not talk to a legitimate source about investments? Why would you give it to a “suitcase man” and bury your hard-earned cash?

Secondly, if that man could turn R50 000 into R100 000, why is he not the richest man on Earth by now?

Thirdly, is desperation to make a quick buck shadowing common sense?

Another scheme-making headlines this year is a “money sharing” one where residents “lend” money to each other while earning ridiculous interest rates on the initial sum pledged.

There is one scam (the name escapes me, but a case was reported) where you pledge R1 000 and the next day you receive R1 500.

I do not understand how this works, but this should be screaming “scam”the minute you read about the returns.

To be honest, when investigating one of these schemes I signed up and wanted to see why people are so naive.

During this time I chatted to a woman who was making so much money from one of these schemes that she quit her job and was earning R15 000 a month while being a stay-at-home mom.

The prospect of becoming rich overnight scared me to the point that I left that scheme as I am not sure what I would do with all that money.

Also I work way too hard to be taking a chance with my salary.

I do understand that poverty and desperation plays a big role in people making foolish decisions, but surely if you have spare money there are other things you can do with it.

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I AM SURPRISED THAT PEOPLE THINK THEY CAN BE­ COME RICH OVER­ NIGHT.

whooshing by, I was fascinated by the fast and efficient rail system that allows people to travel around the country cheaply and comfortably, and without much effort.

In the cities, there are so many transport options to get around, including cycling. I kept thinking how difficult life is in South Africa, with just the commute to work being challenging and very often frustrating.

Post World War 2, Germany embarked on a process of rapid economic development, turning the country into the largest individual economy in the European Union. Among other things, Germany adopted a pro-growth policy and used the education system to create a more productive workforce.

The reunification of Germany also led to increased development and better economic performance. Germany is known for its efficiency and innovation, but has also become a global political heavyweight. Why does South

Africa struggle so much to get things right?

We keep lurching from crisis to crisis, while our politics becomes murkier and our economy remains on the decline.

Gordhan is right that there should be a national consensus around building the economy, so that jobs are created and the cycle of poverty is reversed.

Instead, alliance tensions, ANC factional interests and the lack of political will inhibited the implementation of numerous policies and plans developed over the years. The ANC missed its window to implement its development plans aggressively and unchallenged, and must now compete with growing opposition influence and an increasingly disillusioned society.

There really should not be conflicts over certain issues — education, health care, transportation and water and electricity management. Other issues are more complex, such as land

Violent protests need to be stopped THE recent spate of violent protest action is giving South Africa a poor image abroad.

This destruction and mayhem seems to continue unabated with no end in sight and South Africa has been accorded the dubious title of protest capital of the world.

Never a day passes without the mention of violent protest action in some corner of the country. Hearing of protesters blocking roads, burning tyres and cars and causing damage to

property has become the order of the day.

The security personnel either do not have a clear-cut strategy or they are not equipped adequately to deal with these volatile situations.

This is a dangerous path to follow, especially when suspects are apprehended and released on warnings.

This is ultimately sending out the wrong message to people who want to indulge in violent acts.

New stricter legislation with severe

Warning to schools and parents

Mass shootings

ON the afternoon of Friday 3 June my son was leaving Hillcrest High School for the short walk home when a strange white male attempted to talk him into his small silver or white car that was parked outside the school.

When my son walked by he was asked if he needed a lift, and he said no and kept walking. The driver then started the car and drove down the street, made a U-turn and then drove back in the direction my son was walking.

The driver slowed down and again, driving in the middle of Ridge Road because my son was on the opposite side of the road, he persistently asked my son if he wanted a lift, who aggressively said no a few more times and the vehicle sped off.

This was more than someone just asking a person if they needed a ride, he was very persistent. The person was a white male in his early twenties with close-cropped, almost shaved, blonde or red hair.

Please tell your children to be alert.

Councillor Rick Crouch

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IN the wake of the terrible shooting in Orlando, a political struggle is playing out over whether to define the massacre as an anti-gay crime or an act of “Islamic” terrorism.

Although it is difficult to make sense of the conflicting information coming out, the massacre cannot be condoned.

Taking the reports of his ex-wife, family and former co-workers into account, why Omar Mateen committed the crime will likely never be known with clarity. The official story

Time for another major war?

THE longest period between all major inter­ national conflicts, up to today, is 21 years between the end of World War 1, which started in 1914, to 1939, when World War 2 broke out.

A quick analysis of the eight major inter­ national wars shows the outbreak dates as between two and 20 years.

This is extremely concerning as exclud­ ing the 9 800 American troops still in Af­ ghanistan and the second Gulf War, which began in 2003, we are 13 years into the time between another international war break­

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and mining, but if we do not get the basics right, what chance do we have of tackling the others?

With resources going to waste through inefficiency, poor management and corruption, it is difficult just to keep the wheels turning. The situation is made even worse when there are factional battles at play and the government system is used to serve certain groups’ interests rather than the citizenry.

Our country clearly needs strong leadership to marshal support from all sectors, across political and class divides, to revive the economy, create jobs and match skills development with market needs. There cannot be a once-off show for the ratings agencies and then a return to complacency and self-interest. Sustainable growth needs a sustained effort to get the country working.

Germany is a good example of how a country can rise from the ashes to optimum performance. It takes political will, strong leadership and a society that pulls together.

• Ranjeni Munusamy is a political journal­ ist and commentator for the Daily Maver­ ick. ranjeni.munusamy@gmail.com Send letters to valene.goven­ der@media24.com. To be con­ sidered for publication, letters must include the writer’s full name, address and contact number. All details will be kept confidential. Letters may be edited and/or condensed although care is tak­ en to preserve the core of the writer’s argument. The Fever reserves the right to publish letters.

sanctions needs to be drafted to arrest the situation.

Intervention is required immediately to put SA back on a positive road to recovery.

VIJAY SURUJPAL Durban

that he was “radicalised” and linked to Isis does not hold water. Beyond his 911 call moments before the rampage, there is no solid evidence linking him to Isis. Moreover, it has been reported that he was a patron of Pulse nightclub and regularly visited LGBT websites. The number of mass shootings resulting in deaths is increasing in the U.S. Perhaps it is time for the U.S. government to re-examine its gun laws.

Mass shootings and deaths are not unique to the U.S. However, in the U.S. they are increasing - why?

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ing out.

With the Syrian refugee crisis and sim­ mering Nato/Russian tensions, we could be nearing the critical international pressure point that inevitably leads to nations going to war.

A wide range of smaller conflicts have occurred fairly regularly as we humans seem to be a very warlike species, always have been, and whatever has happened most before is most likely to happen again, but this constant state of war stress has to be getting on the nerves of many, which ironically only leads to actual wars breaking out sooner.

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MOTORING SA­bound Lexus LC 500 making its UK debut >> Britain will have first sight of impressive new Lexus

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VERYTHING about the Lexus LC 500 has been as dramatic and captivating as its looks right from conception. Having started life as an LF-LC concept back in 2012, although there were no plans to produce it at the time, Lexus had to change its collective mind after the overwhelmingly positive response.

Britain will have its first sight of the new Lexus LC coupe this weekend when it goes on show and takes to the track at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The story behind the car’s development is as intriguing as its

award-winning design, revealed by the men who led its development from a show-stopping concept car into an equally radical road-going machine.

The production version is hardly less dramatic than the concept, with supercar-like proportions and a V8 engine driving the rear wheels through a ten-speed automatic gearbox.

An arched body line and oversized wheels give the LC 500 an athletic look, while the massive Lexus spindle grille dominates the front.

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Black is the new ‘in’ colour for Tata THE Tata Evolve limited edition, which is based on the Xenon XT model, has found favour with many buyers looking for higher specification double cab pick-ups at a reasonable price, so an additional limited exterior colour choice has been made available.

When this model was introduced, earlier this year, it was offered only in white. Now Accordian Investments, which markets Tata cars and light commercials in South Africa, has listened to input from customers and potential customers and added black as a limited exterior colour.

The Evolve is very competitively priced with a significantly different exterior and interior appearance to distinguish it from the other models in the Xenon range.

The Evolve is offered as a 4x2 model and the retail price (including VAT) of the limited edition Evolve models is unchanged since introduction at R269 995. A 4x4 model is also available, but only by special order.

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Edition has a number of important, added value features including a rollover bar behind the cab, side steps, a front nudge bar and a tow bar as well as unique badging and a special decal package.

The alloy wheels have been revised as an additional distinguishing feature.

The big change to the interior is luxury leather trim for the seats, while the Evolve logo also appears on the interior floor mats.

The Xenon range blends modern styling, comprehensive safety features, including ABS and dual front airbags, as well as a host of convenience features such as GPS navigation and Bluetooth compatibility. Other items of standard equipment are electric windows, power steering, an audio system with an MP3 player and a tilt-adjustable steering column.

The Evolve is powered by a new generation 2.2-litre turbo Tata diesel engine with variable valve timing, variable turbine technology and direct in-

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So, when President of Toyota Motor CorpAkio Toyoda challenged these development groups to produce this special car, it meant surpassing many manufacturing, design, material, and dynamic obstacles that could typically compromise a vehicle’s targets or design vision.

The engineering and design teams have given their personal insights into the project in a series of interview features that cover the key development challenges, including how they succeeded in translating the stand-out styling of the original LF-LC concept car into the packaging of a viable production model.

The fruits of their labour will be given a high-profile platform this weekend at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, where the V8-powered LC 500 will be making runs on the famous hill climb course and will be on public display as the centrepiece of the Lexus stand.

The Lexus LC 500 will be launched in South Africa in the first quarter of 2017. Further details will be released closer to the date.

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