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A long walk to promote the reduction of alcohol related harm

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n its ongoing efforts to combat underage drinking and reduce alcohol related harm in our communities, the Action Society against Alcohol Abuse, (ASAA) an implementing partner of the ARA, embarked on a 1000 km walk to collect signatures from youth and the public aimed at raising awareness around their antiunderage drinking programme.

The reasons for use and misuse of alcohol include:

Led by Zippo the Hippo, the official alcohol harm reduction mascot, the walk started in Midrand Gauteng and traversed through the province of Limpopo, speaking to youth people on the harm caused by alcohol misuse use and abuse.

This walk together with other programmes initiated by ARA and implement by ASAA is a call to action to a key national question on the need for a proactive and targeted approach to alcohol harm reduction. It also comes at a significant time in the history of the youth movement in South Africa, 40 years after the 1976 youth uprising.

Zippo walked 1000 kilometers over the three (3) days, gathering 486 signed pledges from young people who promised to take a stand against hazardous alcohol use.

The pledges were officially handed over to Limpopo’s Premier, Honourable Stan Chupu Mathabatha on the June 16 commemoration in Tububatse, Sekhukhune.

This campaign is a direct response by the ARA and ASAA to the alarming statistics of underage drinking and youth hazardous alcohol use. Zippo travelled through Mokopane, Marble Hall, Groblersdal, Seshego, DrieKop, Lebowakgomo, Jane Furse and River Cross a village in Tububatse.

A concerning number from the World Health Organization (WHO) on youth alcohol use: • 4 out 5 young people in South Africa under the age of 35 are 4 to 5 times likely to engage in hazardous alcohol use. i.e. episodic and binge drinking.

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Peer pressure and a desire to fit in, Poor home environments and boredom, Ignorance of alcohol’s harms and High youth unemployment rates are an exacerbating factor.

Going forward pledges can be made by the youth at every event, workshop or community outreach as conducted by ASAA. Liquour retailers can also sign the pledge to sell responsibly and display it in their outlet.

Says Mr Karabo Mkhabela, National Director for Action Society against Alcohol Abuse: ‘We encourage and urge liquor retailers to comply with the Code of Practice endorsed by the ARA. Responsible use of alcohol starts with responsible retailing – no alcohol must be sold to under 18.”

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warm welcome to this, the winter issue of Spotong! It’s cold outside but inside the tavern hearts are warm and friendship is flowing.

A special shout-out to all the great women out there who, let’s face it, are what keeps South Africa going. Take a look at our tavern reviews this month if you don’t believe us.

Look at how so many women have struggled to keep the family going by opening a tavern, struggling to get a license, and then going further by supporting the community with social projects. Women

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N E M O W L U F R E D SALUTING WON rum The Gauteng Liquor Fo en’s month commemorates Wom

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he presidency of GLF wishes all women within and around an outstanding Women’s month!

We must say, as Gauteng’s leading Liquor Forum, we owe it to ourselves to thoroughly thank the strong women we work and do business with in one of the toughest industries of business, the liquor trade industry.

These women are the pillars, they have undoubtedly taken a stand in protecting and defending this industry for the benefit of every liquor trader. They do all that they do regardless of being mothers, single parents, wives, grandmothers and some, widows. We cannot even comprehend the strenuous responsibilities that these beautiful women are faced with on a daily basis. We cannot and will not even attempt to want to measure their importance in our society. We wish them all a splendid women’s month and day. We love you ladies so much and appreciate all that you do in our homes, corporate offices and businesses we equally run.

The women referred to are within the 15 associations affiliated with the Gauteng Liquor Forum. A wonderful Women’s Month to all.

Regards GLF President Linda Madida

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DANGER: TOBACCO IS ADDICTIVE

THIS COMMUNICATION IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE TOBACCO TRADE AND IS NOT AIMED AT THE PUBLIC

NTHA COLUMN HEADER

S S E R G O R P R O F R E H WORKING TOGET NTHA Report back from the ne general meeting in Ju

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n 15 June the National Tourism and Hospitality Association (NTHA) had a general meeting that was attended by the Gauteng MEC of Economic Development NTHA general meeting with his officers; the meeting was also attended by members of the organization.

He said he is aware that there are people All branches were present. who don’t have licences and they sell responsibly and there are also those The president of NTHA gave a that sell irresponsibly. Those people are presentation for the purpose of the going to have a serious problem with meeting, introducing the Ndofaya the law as the government is sick and Academy school that unites liquor tired of people dying because of other traders against crime. This project is people’s negligence. He did mention that sponsored by SAB as a means of giving he wants to know all those people who back to our community. don’t have the right documents to sell Patrick Lesajane and Lunga from the alcohol. He added that the Liquor Board Liquor Board were also present . or government officials must not come to our meetings and give us hope, they The MEC Lebohang Maile said he was should come with solutions. happy to have been part of the meeting where traders and business people The MEC said that police should stop gather and the government announces taking people’s alcohol, it is wrong – we its intentions, as he has a role to play need to have traders representatives and members also have a role to play. present when and where there are raids.

There must be no more spilling alcohol He mentioned liquor traders as people as it is waste; there will be need for a who help in growing the economy of the warehouse where all confiscated alcohol country, yet they have to do better. He also said that SAB, Brand House, distillers will be kept. The only way to get the alcohol out of the warehouse will be by and other breweries have to help in empowering the traders in terms of skills means of auctioning it at a rightful price such as crate packing. He further said that if the owner does not collect. black business people need to change Government is going to run a campaign their mind set and start working together. where they will visit all the shebeens, “Our brothers come to us as government taverns, and businesses one by one. and ask for a place to open a mall, then Traders can do their own co-operative they will be called for a meeting and in the meeting he will come with Mr Van Der banking and come to him for more help; then something like a township stock Wyk or Mr Smith as a partner and that is exchange can be done. where the problem is.”

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Questions were raised about the municipality issuing permit holders with summonses telling them to rezone or close their business within 30 days.

The MEC said we need to call an urgent meeting with the traders of Ekurhuleni together with the Department of Town Planning and fix this matter once and for all.

Compliance and transfers remains to be explained. He will have to check with the Liquor Board about permits that are still with them and see if they can’t assist them. Lastly he said we need to solve problems so that we can see progress.

Kwa-Thema Liquor Traders A year ago the liquor traders of KwaThema in Ekurhuleni held a number of meetings with the intention to form an association. We searched and went to the Liquor Board for help. We were told that there is no way they could help us as there are nine associations that are already recognized by the Liquor Board.

The only way was to join one of them.

They gave us a list of associations. We searched and we were impressed with NTHA, so we affiliated ourselves and never looked back. Then we formed Kwa-Thema Liquor Traders Against Crime under the NTHA association as our mother body. On 20 April 2016 we launched our branch in Kwa-Thema. We have formed a close relationship with our SAPS , CPF and community members, as we have also managed to support and organize a campaign against domestic violence, assault, GBH and substance abuse together with SAPS and EMPD correctional services, CPF and other stake holders. We also held our annual closing event at an old age home where we were honouring and pampering our elders as part of giving back to our senior citizens.

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A N E W O S S O B UU from the South African Women’s Day wishes tion (SALTA) Liquor Traders Associa

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lease allow me to wish all mothers, sisters, grannies, friends and compatriots a fulfilling Women’s Day. Mothers have played, and continue to play, an important role in our lives. Some of us have been raised by mothers alone. I long for my mother whom I buried on 21 May 2016. She was both a mother and a father to my brother and me. May her soul rest in peace. Not a single day during our upbringing did I miss the presence of my father in my life because of the way our mother brought us up. My mother used to run a shebeen in Kliptown in a two-roomed house. One room was used as a kitchen, dining room and a study room. Most evenings we would share a table with my mom’s patrons while studying, using a candle. There was no electricity and for sanitation we would use bucket systems. Up to this day, Kliptown does not have electricity and sanitation.

Under all these circumstances, I still managed to pass my matric and even complete my degree with her support, running a shebeen. Most known politicians, businessmen and businesswomen have been raised by single mothers surviving by selling umqombothi (African beer).

How can we forget the march that was organized by our grandmothers in 1958 when they marched to Pretoria highlighting the plight of our suffering during the Apartheid era? When our democratic government took over, they honoured our grandmothers by declaring this day a public holiday. When the Gauteng government came with the idea of regulating our industry by issuing Shebeen permits, we were all excited since it has been difficult for us, as liquor traders, to apply for liquor licenses because of the infrastructure of our townships, which were not zoned for business use, unlike the previously whites-only residential areas. Challenges persisted until 2014 when the Gauteng government, under the economic development, in consultation with municipalities, decided to convert permits to shebeen licences, with certain requirements.

The process has, however, since stalled because of certain legal challenges. Whilst we are excitedly awaiting these shebeen licences, there’s this proposed liquor policy that will be promulgated in the near future. If one interrogates this draft policy, one will realize that in the near future, most of our members will be out of business because of certain clauses proposed in the policy. The first one that comes to mind is the 500 metre radius from churches, schools, recreational facilities and other liquor traders. If one considers these requirements, one will conclude that there won’t be shebeens in our townships and informal settlements. What confuses me even more about these requirements is that in Sandton, Rosebank and other big malls, you will find pubs next to one another.

There are so many pubs in Sandton which are a few steps away from the library. The policy proposes lifting the drinking age limit from 18 years to 21 years, and whilst we are not against this proposal per se, the implementation of the restrictions is cause for concern since it’s up to the liquor trader to prove that the person is not under age.

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Another challenge amongst us is the situation whereby a person is found mugged or killed next to one’s outlet. In that case the owner of that outlet will be held jointly liable for the death since it will be assumed or concluded that the people responsible for the death might have come from the nearest tavern. There are many more clauses in the policy that, when one studies them, one will realise that as liquor traders, our future in our own country is bleak. We are of the belief that the police are directed to especially black liquor traders because our white counterparts are not at all affected.

As if this isn’t enough, the Department of Health is coming up with a policy that will restrict people from smoking at a designated area. Now one is expected to move 10 metres away from a window of an outlet. Just imagine how this requirement can be implemented in townships because if you start counting 10 metres away from a window, one will find themselves on the other person’s property. Sometimes you wonder if people were really in their senses when they penned these regulations.

To end frustrations, I would like to share a story by a certain man.

Once upon a time there was this man who was continually complaining of his wife, saying his wife was lazy, not looking after children and all sorts of things. One day, he decided to ask God to make him a woman for a week so that he could teach his wife how a woman should look after her family.

Because our God always answers prayers, God agreed to change him into a woman. God then changed his woman into a man during that period. Within two days, the man could not withstand the responsibilities and challenges faced by women and asked God to immediately change him back to being a man. God obliged, but unfortunately God could not change him immediately because he was already pregnant. You see, we cannot question the power of women and for that I would say to all women in Africa and the world, “Uu bosso wena!” – as the late Vuyo Mbuli would often say on his TV show. Salute to all women and God bless you all.

Mish Hlophe, President, SALTA

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L A E D G N I H S E R F A RE Furthermore, there will be a R400 million incremental investment to develop downstream distribution and retail capabilities with associated skills development and training. This is expected to create an additional 20 000 blackowned retailers.

“These commitments will ensure that CCBA, which will be headquartered in South Africa, will support economic and social development in the country in a number of significant ways,” the department said.

Agreement to boost national development Soft drink beverage bottling operation.

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conomic Development Minister Ebrahim Patel has welcomed partnerships between the Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) merger parties – SABMiller Plc, The Coca-Cola Company and Gutsche Family Investments, as well as the South African government.

The commitments will be recommended to the Competition Tribunal in connection with the proposed creation of Africa’s largest soft drink beverage bottling operation.

According to the Department of Economic Development, the commitments address concerns regarding employment; access to retail cooler space for smaller competitors; localisation of production and inputs used in the production of Coca-Cola products and Appletiser brands; economic empowerment and the location of the headquarters.

“The merger parties undertook to ensure that the merged entity maintains its total permanent employment at current levels for a period of three years from the date of approval of the deal,” the department said in a statement.

The merger parties agreed to a number of commitments that align closely with the South African government’s national imperatives.

They have committed to increase the broad-based empowerment ownership of CCBSA to 20 percent and selling a 20 percent shareholding in Appletiser South Africa to appropriate black shareholders, who will be expected to participate actively in the business.

They have also committed to maintaining and growing the Appletiser South African production operations to serve the domestic market and as a base from which to export Appletiser to the rest of the continent and elsewhere in the world.

Minister Patel said the agreement lays the basis for deeper industrialisation in the South African economy.

“Employment creation and development of small businesses are a vital part of building a more inclusive economy. The commitments made by the merger parties will open access to cooler space in smaller spaza shops and retail outlets to competing brands,” he said.

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The parties also agreed that employees in the bargaining unit will not be subjected to involuntary retrenchment as a result of the merger and that retrenchments of senior management staff be limited.

The enterprise development includes the creation of a R400 million fund for enterprise development in the agriculture value chain, particularly to support and train historically disadvantaged developing farmers and small suppliers of inputs to Appletiser and Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa (CCBSA – the South African-based subsidiary of CCBA) products on a competitive and sustainable basis.

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The company agreed to invest R800 million to support enterprise development for two groups of entrepreneurs.

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omen-in-Maize, a multimillion rand investment by the South African Breweries (SAB), the Department of Small Business Development and the Agricultural Research Council (ARC), supporting the empowerment of women-run maize farms, has begun its first successful harvest season.

The harvest event took place at Ekangala Primary Cooperative in Bronkhorstspruit outside Johannesburg on 27 May. The Minster of the Department of Small Business Development, Ms Lindiwe Zulu has adopted Women-in-Maize as one her department’s flagship empowerment programmes.

Harvesting on the 11 participating cooperative farms began at the start of May and ended in mid-June, following the planting season in November 2015.

Women-in-Maize is aimed at addressing some of the challenges encountered by smallholding emerging farmers in rural and township communities, such as access to market, entry into big business supply chains, access to finance and participation in the formal economy.

Participating Women-in-Maize farmers are assisted with skills improvement, financing, training and access to markets, most importantly being included in SAB’s supply chain.

To quote Minister Zulu, “This initiative is an example of how much we can achieve when government and the private sector work together. We are confident that this partnership will help us defeat the triple challenges of poverty, unemployment and inequality on the long-term.

“My department is determined to empower women-owned enterprises to participate meaningfully in the economic mainstream. The task of ensure that the Ekangala Cooperative and other across the country grow and thrive, rests on our collective shoulders.”

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Ekangala Primary Cooperative, a 100% women-owned and run business, is one of the first participants in the Womenin-Maize programme, which saw a total of 11 cooperatives with more than 120 women farmers, plant non-GMO yellow maize on a total of 1 800 hectares of land in Mpumalanga, Gauteng, Kwa-Zulu Natal and the North West, in late 2015.

Run by a total of five female members, Ekangala Primary Cooperative initially specialised in poultry and vegetable farming before participating in Women-in-Maize. The cooperative has since planted, for the first time since beginning operations at least five years, on their total 45 hectares of land anticipating a minimum of four tonnes per hectare. Previous to Women-inMaize, only fifteen hectares of the land was used yielding an average of one tonne per hectare.

It is anticipated that in total the 11 cooperatives will supply SAB with approximately 9% of its total maize requirement, or 13 000 tonnes of maize.

This result has been achieved despite the widespread drought experienced by farmers across the country.

We understand and recognise that while agriculture provides the livelihood of thousands in our rural communities, it can be a great challenge for the smallholder farmer to advance beyond basic subsistence farming and enter

The Women-in-Maize initiative forms part of SAB’s strategic sustainable development framework.

into the commercial supply chains of big businesses. We work with small scale farmers to overcome these challenges while ensuring land is used responsibly, food supply is secure, biodiversity is protected and crops can be accessed at reasonable prices.

The Women-in-Maize initiative forms part of SAB’s strategic sustainable development framework, Prosper, introduced in late 2014.

Prosper takes a targeted approach towards building strong South African communities and highlights tangible targets to be achieved by the company over the next five years in the areas of responsible alcohol consumption, securing water resources, reducing waste and carbon emissions, supporting small enterprises, including emerging farmers, and the support of responsible and sustainable land use for brewing crops.

Through Prosper, SAB is committed to accelerating growth and social development through its value chains by supporting more than 30 000 small enterprises, including those within the agricultural sector. Further to this, the business will support the responsible, sustainable use of land for brewing crops by creating secure, sustainable supply chains and by helping small scale farmers increase profitability, production and social development though its

sustainable agricultural initiative, Go Farming, of which Women-in Maize forms part of.

Prosper and its underlying socioeconomic development initiatives are well positioned to make a meaningful contribution towards national government’s Nine Point Plan, specifically its goal towards “Unlocking the Potential of SMMEs and Cooperatives”. Additionally, SAB’s focus on growth and development of agriculture as a means of creating sustainable jobs, supports government’s National Development Plan’s Vision 2030 seeking to create one million jobs within the sector, most especially in rural areas and townships.

Over recent years, SAB has up-weighted its investment in the local agricultural sector, with a particularly focus on developing, through several support streams, emerging black farmers and women farmers as seen through the Women-in-Maize programme.

By sourcing raw materials directly from farmers in South Africa, SAB is establishing local supply chains which help reduce costs, improve efficiencies, create jobs and ultimately, strengthen local economies

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ecent government initiatives relating to the liquor trade focus on social responsibility, policy, customer service and compliance. Non compliant traders get short shrift.

MEC in efforts to cap alcohol abuse Northern Cape MEC for Transport, Safety and Liaison, Pauline Williams, has called on liquor traders to be responsible by not selling alcohol to underage persons and pregnant women.

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Speaking at a Roundtable Discussion on Alcohol Abuse and Gender Based Violence in Kimberley, she said alcohol could harm unborn babies as it causes Foetal Alcohol Syndrome.

“Law enforcement needs to happen without fear or favour and responsible drinking needs to be inculcated amongst those consuming alcohol or else we will find ourselves living in a lawless society.

The provincial Department of Transport, Safety and Liaison has programmes that supports the fight against substance abuse and domestic violence.

“Substance abuse is not only a challenge in society but a threat against democracy and a better life for all,” MEC Williams said.

“As a department, we have enhanced our alcohol abuse programme to focus more on children and youth, and have ensured our active participation in raising awareness in communities of substance abuse and domestic violence,” MEC Williams said.

According to research by the provincial Department of Social Services and Population Development on substance abuse in Siyanda District, “alcohol and other drug abuse remains a leading cause of crime, poverty, reduced productivity, unemployment, dysfunctional family life, the escalation of chronic diseases such as AIDS and related health factors, injury and premature death”.

Her department has also mobilised the Community Police Forums to be more vigilant in addressing alcohol abuse through programmes and projects at local level.

MEC Williams encouraged communities to take responsibility by fighting alcohol abuse.

North West considering provincial liquor policy The North West Provincial Government is in the process of finalising a provincial liquor policy which it will use to inform a Provincial Liquor Bill aligned to the National Liquor Act 59 of 2003.

The draft policy was presented for deliberations during the Executive Council (Exco) meeting held in Mahikeng earlier in the week.

“The proposed policy, which was drafted after wide consultation with various stakeholders, was after consideration deferred for further refinement to address the concerns of Exco about the contribution of alcohol towards crime, the scourge of rape, road accidents, and about taverns and shebeens that are operating until the early hours of the morning, denying residents peaceful sleep.

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from these establishments that in some “The walk-in centre will be manned by instances disturb entire neighbourhoods,” expert NLA staff that will assist clients to file registrations, provide information said Premier Thandi Modise. on the licensing requirements and Modise said Exco was adamant that assist with any enquiries regarding the economic and social policy should the NLA. Clients will be able to track balance the broader benefits and costs the status of their applications on the of daily activities, as affected by the website,” she said. production and retail of liquor in the The online process is simple and province. efficient, eliminating the need for clients to travel to NLA offices.

She said Exco wanted to see an appropriate mix of enterprise and “The web-based customer management regulation to balance the interest of system can be accessed from the comfort all participants in the liquor trade and of their homes, office or anywhere in the society as a whole. country,” said Ramdhuny.

National Liquor Authority walk-in centre launched The Department of Trade and Industry (dti) has launched the National Liquor Authority (NLA) walk-in centre and online case management system that will improve customer service and promote compliance within the liquor industry.

The Pretoria-based centre will provide solutions to challenges experienced by clients regarding the processing of their liquor licence applications.

According to the Chief Director of the National Liquor Authority, Prea Ramdhuny, the centre, which is in its first phase of implementation, will offer both face-to-face interaction and an online web-based case management system application to its customers.

Phase one of the walk-in centre and customer management system will deal only with new applications.

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DTI clamps down on non-compliant liquor outlets A liquor outlet was closed down while fines to the value of R16 500 were issued to non-compliant liquor licence holders in a joint inspection operation by the Department of Trade and Industry (dti) and the South African Police Service (SAPS).

The dti, SAPS, Limpopo Liquor Board and Community Police Forums carried out the operation. The blitz saw more than 60 non-compliant notices issued and six people were arrested for possession of dagga. Four people were arrested for drinking and driving.

More than 60 outlets ranging from taverns, restaurants, distributors and “It is also important for our clients to note manufacturers were raided in Tzaneen, that when doing telephonic enquiries, the Maake, Bolobedu, Letsitele, Lenyeye and Modjadjieskloof, among others. staff managing the centre will only have read-only access to their information.

The Chief Director of the National Liquor Authority at the dti, Prea Ramdhuny, “They can be assured that their said the operation was meant to enforce information will not be tempered with.

I think with this initiative, we have compliance with the National Liquor Act demonstrated appreciation for our and to address the increasing number clientele. The onus now rests with them of underage drinking, non-adherence to to ensure that they furnish us with the licence conditions, trading hours and all the required documentation when enforce compliance by liquor traders and submitting applications to guarantee a distributors. smooth process,” said Ramdhuny.

She said phase two of the rollout will focus on automation of renewals, relocations and transfers.

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U O Y R O F R E E B I POUR THIS Responsible drinking

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In the same way, when we pour beer for others, we remember that we are also pouring for ourselves: the spirit of ubuntu is reflected in our actions. Umuntu ngumuntu ngabantu. When we treat each

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gicela phuza ukumbothi lenu.

These words are uttered when beer is offered to amadlozi, those who once were where we are now, for the sake of remembrance, respect and good fortune: I pour this beer for you.

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other with kindness and respect, we are building everybody’s future. As Nelson Mandela said, “The question therefore is: Are you going to do so in order to enable the community around you to be able to improve?”

As the tavern keepers of South Africa, we have to remember that we are custodians of ubuntu, for who is better placed to be hospitable, generous, friendly and caring than ourselves? That is how we treat our patrons, and we trust that our patrons will behave in a

kind way, not only towards us, but also towards each other. That is also why it is so important that, as a profession, we encourage our patrons to drink responsibly. To drink too much is to show a lack of respect for oneself and others.

Drunkards endanger not only their own lives but also the lives of those around them. A man who staggers in front of a taxi on the way home from the tavern is throwing away the future – that of himself, that of his dependants, and that of anyone else who may be involved in an accident for which they bear no responsibility.

A woman who chooses to expose her unborn child to alcohol is throwing away the future of that child. Underage drinkers are throwing away their potential. From these considerations, it is clear that alcohol abuse is disorderly, weakens our society and puts us all at risk.

Statistics show that in cases of assault, 40% of victims believe they were attacked by someone under the influence of alcohol or drugs – and at least 30% of victims admit that they were also under the influence at the time.

Statistics also indicate that some 40% of trauma patients have a breath alcohol concentration above the legal limit of 0.05g/100 ml, while alcohol is a

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contributing factor for the overwhelming handled with tact, order can be restored. majority of people admitted to trauma as First, one must deploy the tavern a result of violence. keeper’s ever-vigilant eye. We need to look out for our patrons’ wellbeing People arrested for violent offences from the moment they enter until the have testified to being under the influence of alcohol in 25% of weapons- moment they leave, and we must train our staff to do the same. Think of it as related offences, 22% of rapes, 17% of murders, 14% of assault cases and 10% part of the service. If you stay on your of robberies. Particularly shocking is that toes, you can easily detect the early stages of intoxication and do something alcohol is implicated in 49% of family to stop things from getting out of hand. violence offences.

Try slowing down the rate at which drinks are delivered. Suggest that the As tavern owners, we do not want to contribute to any of the above offences, patron has something to eat (a chance to promote your delicious food too). Warn not to mention road accidents. So, them when they’ve have had too much when it becomes clear that a patron to drink. has reached a state of intoxication that disturbs the hospitality that we are Second, we must always remember that proud to offer, we are called upon to we are dealing with a human being who intervene. Of course, this is not always needs our help. It serves no purpose to easy. Drunken patrons can be difficult, insult, threaten, reprimand or judge the belligerent, even violent – yet if the patron – that will only serve to stir up situation is identified quickly and

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anger and resentment. Behaviour breeds behaviour. Don’t ever raise your voice!

Often it is enough that we act calmly, speaking in a firm tone to bring the patron back to reason. Take them aside, away from curious eyes, and explain why you are refusing them service. Let them know it’s about the behaviour, not them as an individual – it’s nothing personal.

Offer to call a taxi, or find someone willing to walk them back home.

Reassure them that they are welcome back another time. They will be sure to remember your kindness with gratitude.

A dead patron is a loss to us all. So next time you are serving somebody a drink, think with your head and act with your heart and remember: I pour this beer for you.

Statistics courtesy of The Department of Health

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COMMEMORATING WOMEN

S D D O E H T T AGAINS Township women are for a heroes in the struggle better life

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omen’s Month is commemorated in August as a tribute to the more than 20 000 women who marched to the Union Buildings on 9 August 1956 in protest against the extension of Pass Laws to women. The Government of South Africa declared August women’s month and 9 August is celebrated annually as Women’s Day. As we celebrate Women’s Month, Gauteng Liquor Forum saw it imperative not to overlook our businesswomen in townships. We felt it necessary to peek into some of the challenges they face as they strive to beat the odds in the struggle not only to survive, but also thrive. In that quest we visited Tembisa and an informal settlement in Boksburg to understand the challenges faced by our female entrepreneurs in the townships.

Closely interacting with some of these brave and strong willed women, we gained insight into their plight as they gave voice to their frustrations and anger, which are influenced by the impact of both past and present systems, leaving townships neglected, underdeveloped and diversely over populated with a high unemployment status.

Townships have great economical potential, though they remain isolated.

Amongst all these negatives beats a strong heart of female entrepreneurs, striving to provide food on the table, put clothes on their families’ backs and educate their children for a brighter tomorrow. Our woman entrepreneurs range from street vendors to liquor traders, all with a common goal to survive and make their businesses flourish, fighting against the odds of crime, lack of funding, infrastructures, landownership, irregular laws and police brutality.

Mr Sithole of Gauliba Liquor Association in Tembisa, applauded women liquor traders as he issued them with membership and compliance certificates.

authorities threatened to make their efforts and dreams fade into thin air.

The street vendor mentioned that vendors’ hard earned stock would be forcefully removed by police regularly, leaving them stranded and helpless, not understanding the brutality and questioning why they are not fined and left with their valued stock. She strongly opposed the newly proposed tobacco laws which would cripple her business, make her more vulnerable to corrupt police officials and counterfeit cigarettes.

She went on to mention her desire for a stable working place, but due to unresolved land issues over the past 23 years she has resided in the informal settlement, she has neither been able to register her business nor access a trading licence, due to not having a permanent and legitimate address as the other pending challenges.

The female liquor trader, who has been in the business for the past six years, alluded to the existing socio-economic challenges, which affect women and youth entrepreneurs immensely. She also expressed her frustrations in regards to We interviewed two women, amongst funding opportunities being cut off at the many, who were both in the food and 35 years limit. She felt that older traders beverage industry, one being a street were not given fair opportunities and food and mini spaza vendor and the were being discarded. She pleaded for other a liquor trader. Both highlighted the business skill empowerment and a more fact that the food and beverage market effective liquor license issuing process, as had great potential in townships, but traders are constantly exposed to police lack of business skills, funding, existing brutality, having their stock confiscated and being expected to pay up to R1500 violating laws and neglect by local 20

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to retrieve it. She further expressed her anger towards the proposed liquor and tobacco laws, stating that these laws would be detrimental to gaining business, ultimately forcing her to let go of her employees, meaning more unemployment. She queried why the government continuously introduces laws and changes them, as she saw nothing wrong with existing laws, which are respected by traders wishing to co-exist peacefully. Sadly, she added that these laws will will just expose traders to more corrupt police activity. It seems that the police prey on township entrepreneurs.

On a positive note, our affiliate’s President, Mr Sithole of Gauliba Liquor Association in Tembisa, applauded women liquor traders as he issued them with membership and compliance certificates.

The Gauteng Liquor Forum President, Mr L. Madida wishes all women entrepreneurs a well celebrated woman’s month, assuring them that progressive actions will be implemented to assist with elevating their existing challenges.

With the support of industry bodies such as GLF, our courageous women entrepreneurs are supported in their valiant struggle. They are truly the mothers of our nation.

Happy Women’s Month, we highly respect and value our township entrepreneurs.

Compiled by Dudu Ntsele on behalf of Mr L. Madida, President: Gauteng Liquor Forum

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On the 21st of July 2016, SAB Regional office went to Alex to Sidlal’ Idiski Sports Academy and their core objective can be summarised as “Education through sports using football as a catalyst to change Lives”. The employees played soccer to entertain the kids and shared a meal with them.

District Isando went to T-SHAD (Tembisa Self Help Association for people with Disabilities) to re-do the garden and donate garden tools.

District Brightens the faces of Ezibeleni Children Ezibeleni School is a school for physically disabled learners situated in the East Rand Township of Katlehong. On the 18th of July 2016, District East employees partnered with the Liquor Board to paint the Physio and Occupational Therapy Rooms, where kids are stimulated. SAB also replaced the carpet in the social worker’s room with vinyl tiles to curb respiratory illness suffered by most learners.

District West reconnects with Korekile On the 20th of July 2016, District West revived its relationship of 20 years with Korekile (home for 120 children with cerebral palsy) Home which they erected in 2001 in partnership with Department of Public works. SAB spent time with the children and painted the exterior of the stimulation house. The district partnered with Liquor Board and Ward Council, and were also joined by community members.

District JHB Central extends the hand of help On the 19th of July 2016, District Jhb Central donated nappies, linen, first aid kits, toiletries, disposable aprons, gloves and medication containers to Alex Hospice and Rehab, a non-profit organisation providing care and love to the chronic and terminally ill citizens of Alexandra and surrounding areas since 2003. District JHB Central partnered with the Department of Health and the Liquor Association, they were also joined by Department of Public Works.

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INSURANCE

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ocal consumers are traditionally underinsured – a critical oversight that only gets worse during tough economic times, especially in light of the recent announcement by the SA Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee last week. While there was no change to the interest rate in May, it was reported that this is merely a pause and not a reversal, indicating that consumers should brace for a further rate hike.

Recent research by Octogen revealed that, over the past 15 years, consumers average spend on risk services has dropped from 23% to 17%. But more alarming, is that 34% of consumers don’t have short-term insurance.

As disposable incomes experience increased pressure from rising food, fuel and electricity prices, clients try to minimise insurance costs where they can. While there is always the temptation to cut insurance costs, consumers need to review their policies with their brokers, to prevent being exposed to financial loses as a result of being underinsured.

A common misconception held by consumers is that the premium linked to an insured asset should decrease over the lifespan of the asset. Logically, this makes sense: as an asset gets older, it depreciates and becomes less “valuable”. However, after taking inflation and market conditions into account, this is not always the case. The basis of how the product will be reinstated, such as new for old, also needs to be taken into account.

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As consumers grapple with debt and the cost of living – with an estimated 10.3 million South Africans battling to meet their monthly debt repayments, according to the National Credit Regulator – insurance and risk related expenditure is often the first expense to be cut in household budgets. But when trying to cut short-term costs, consumers may actually find themselves in more financial trouble should the unforeseeable occur. imported parts will be susceptible to the value of the rand. The cost to replace the asset may be substantially higher today than it was when the asset or parts were purchased, given the rand’s weakening performance over the past few months.

In the event of a claim, a client may then find out that they are only partially covered, because of what insurers call ‘the rule of average’.

If household contents are insured for R200 000, but the actual replacement value for these assets is now double that, the client would effectively be 50% underinsured. In the event that the client has a claim, the insurer may only pay 50% of the claim. This means that for a claim of R10 000, the client would only get R5 000 paid and then be out of pocket for the remaining R5 000.

Consumers therefore need to ensure that the sum they are insured for, is for the new replacement value of the items.

When it comes to property, homeowners are at an even bigger risk of being underinsured. People make the mistake of insuring their home for the value that they purchased the property for, but home insurance should actually be

based on what it would cost to rebuild the property today. Even in the case that a property has been insured at current market value, the actual costs that would be incurred to rebuild the house could have appreciated well beyond the cover value. This insurance should therefore be reviewed annually as one would for car insurance.

It is also important that consumers update their home insurance policy after any renovations have been done. Any renovations or home improvements will naturally increase the market value of the property and, as such, will affect the insured value.

Consumers need to be aware that the value of items is constantly changing, especially given the recent, somewhat volatile, economic climate. To avoid being underinsured, you should make continuous policy reviews with your broker in order to assess the potential impact that the depreciated rand, coupled with rising inflation, may have had on the value of your insured assets.

George Davis, Divisional Head at RiskBenefit Solutions (RBS)

STOKVELS

H Z U H Z G N I GO g Stokvels are becomin more upmarket

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tokvels, the traditional communitybased saving scheme, is going upmarket as different income segments embrace the concepts that many have held dear for generations.

More and more people adopting the principles of community savings are doing so for purposes other than what was the accepted norm some years ago.

Whether higher earners and professional people are taking to the concept of group saving because of the tightening economy that is digging into even their pockets, or because they find it great to benefit from a lump sum pay out so that they can meet major obligations has yet to be better researched.

Look after your nest egg – Investment clubs are now becoming more and more common.

bill on a house and reduce the life of a bond by several years.

It’s really all about the wonders of peer pressure. It is easy every month to find a reason not to save. But, when you So why would people who have some could disappoint fellow members or even alienate friends by not meeting Individual contributions are determined disposal income turn to stokvels? your obligations, the picture changes by what people can afford. However, significantly.

The answer lies within the things that once committed, members are make stokvels great. These are: determined to contribute without fail.

Whilst stokvels provide a wonderful After all, having a number of like-minded opportunity for people to save together • Stokvels are a great way to avoid individuals with a common objective for a common goal, people always need temptation and force yourself to save as ensures that you are part of a significant you make a monthly monetary obligation to be careful as to what they are getting monthly contribution into an investment. into. Should anyone wish to join or to a group that must be fulfilled. establish a stokvel, they need to take There is no doubt that many of the new care of the following: • It’s hard to just withdraw from a stokvels being registered are as tradition stokvel when all the members are dictates, being used to apply the time• Be clear as to what benefits you will your friends. honoured principle of helping members receive, how regularly, what amounts handle major family and financial needs.

– a copy of the constitution will • Stokvels are easy to set up and banks These include pocket-draining projects provide clarity on this. have special accounts for group like paying school and university fees. schemes.

• Be mindful of promises that seems Then of course, other savvy stokvel too good to be true – if it sounds too • Members nominate Chairpersons members are using their rotational good to be true, it very often is. and Treasurers from within the payments to make a dent in their membership. Members know that personal debt. Even if you are paying off Regardless of the income level of the people looking after their harda car on a monthly basis, it is great every customers looking to invest in stokvels, earned cash can be trusted. so often to pay several thousand rand the schemes are proving their worth into the account at once and reduce the and creating communities of savingsbalance and interest owed. Putting extra • Everybody is working towards orientated people. This is something to a common objective, which money into a bond has the same impact. be encouraged in a country with a weak is safeguarded by a stokvel’s The benefits are great as not only is savings culture. constitution, making the achievement the balance on the loan reduced, but of purpose fun and a topic of friendly Riaan Appelgrein, Senior Manager, Customer paying in advance means you can shave significant amounts off the total interest Financial Solutions at Standard Bank conversation.

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What is obvious, however, is that savings and investment clubs are now becoming more and more common. Stokvels are being formed to help members participate in various investment vehicles, including property and the JSE.

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id you know that you can now contribute up to 27.5% of your income towards retirement, and receive a tax deduction for this?

You pay less tax, while you are making important provision for old age. It’s a win-win situation.

Contributions towards retirement savings have always been tax deductible, up to certain limits, but this has been quite complex. From 1 March 2016, government has introduced a new simplified approach to encourage people to save for retirement, which is a breath of fresh air.

Most people do not save enough for old age, that is a fact. In response to this dilemma, the South African Government has been focusing on a retirement reform programme for a number of years.

The Tax Free Savings Plan, launched in 2015, was the first initiative aimed at encouraging savings. Now, the next phase brings some significant changes to the tax benefits of saving for retirement.

The changes are effective on two levels:

Saving for retirement Prior to 1 March 2016, tax deductions were allowed for contributions into retirement funding savings – pension funds and retirement annuities. These each had their own limits and were viewed separately. Pension fund contributions were tax deductible up to 7.5% of their retirement funding remuneration, or R1750, whichever was greater. Contributions to retirement annuities were tax deductible according to a formula – whichever was greater.

Employee contributions towards an employee’s provident fund was not tax deductible.

From 1 March 2016, all contributions towards an individual’s retirement funding savings will be added together and be tax deductible up to a limit of 27.5% of taxable income, or remuneration, whichever is greater. This would include rental, investment and other non-salary income. The maximum annual deduction is R350 000, affecting those that earn in excess of R1,2m

Making the new tax laws easy for you.

per year. More significant is that an employer’s contribution to an employees pension or provident fund will be tax deductible up to the maximum limit of 27.5% of taxable income. These employer contributions will be added to the employee’s taxable income as a fringe benefit, but it will be offset by the new, higher deduction.

Self employed people previously could deduct 15% of their taxable income towards retirement savings – this will now increase to 27.5%.

At retirement Not much has changed at retirement, except that if the value of a member’s retirement annuity at retirement is worth R247 500 or less, they may take the full amount in cash. Prior to 1 March 2016, this figure was R75 000. If the value of the retirement fund exceeds R247 500, then one third may be taken in cash and the rest must be used to purchase an annuity.

For a member retiring from a pension fund, up to one third of their savings can be taken as a lump sum, of which

R500 000 is tax-free if there have been no other withdrawals. The balance of their savings must be used to purchase an annuity. There is no change to this rule. Defined benefit pension fund members (such as GEPF) has no impact as benefits are paid in line with years of service and final salary.

Provident fund members will still be allowed to take their full retirement proceeds in cash, until 1 March 2018.

After that date, they will have to buy an annuity with two thirds of any savings made after 1 March 2018, unless their savings are R247 500 or less. Members over 55 or older at that point will still be able to take the full amount in cash at retirement.

Taxpayers with retirement annuities are also limited to taking a maximum of one third in cash, and the balance must be used to purchase an annuity.

These new tax laws definitely benefit everyone, and we should all make use of the higher allowable deductions.

Sylvia Walker, Financial Planner

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Y T I V I T C A F O A HIVE TOWNSHIP ECONOMY

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n the townships, functions are incomplete without three-legged pots, tent and chairs, meat, veggies and of course scones. These scones are traditionally baked by a group of women in the week leading to the function as a gesture of good neighbourliness. It may be a wedding, funeral or even a tombstone unveiling, an expected practice looked up to that it raises eyebrows if it is not undertaken.

It is the same as coming together to prepare vegetables for cooking, or when men of the community come to assist in pitching a tent and slaughtering of a beast to feed the masses that will gather for the function.

However, this practice seems to be changing as a result of developments which can now be attributed to a vibrant township economy. The spirit of entrepreneurship has taken centre stage and services are now provided by local entrepreneurs.

There are now local bakeries and bakers who make a living by baking scones for such community functions. From a

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Thursday, you’ll be late making an order for the weekend. This observation was provoked by the speech by Gauteng Premier, David Makhura, during his delivery of the State of Province Address.

In his speech, Premier Makhura said “As the pioneers of the township economy revitalisation, we are making significant progress in empowering township-based enterprises, cooperatives and SMMEs. We will demonstrate that the township economy is becoming a beehive of activity with regard to innovation, entrepreneurship, empowerment and decent employment.”

Having grown up in the township of Gauteng and frequenting most of the townships in Tshwane in particular, I asked the question: where is the activity we seem to miss and appreciate?

“Driven by curiosity, I was confronted by very intriguing information of what has been achieved particularly in the 2015/16 financial year. This programme of revitalising township economy is aimed at bringing economic activity to

the township that can ultimately create much-needed jobs”, Makura said.

I am pleased to see that township entrepreneurs have responded to the call by the province. I am equally pleased to learn that the municipalities are key to this development, as structures at the coalface of delivery are the main drivers of these programmes.

In the first full year of the implementation of the Township Economy Revitalisation Strategy, the provincial government spent R1.8 billion procuring goods and services from township enterprises. In addition, municipalities are spending R1.6 billion of their procurement budgets on township enterprises.

In his speech, Premier Makhura further said the province managed to achieve an upswing from 400 to 1 805 township enterprises benefiting from Gauteng procurement spend. The province has a further 5 321 SMMEs on its procurement database. These are startling achievements which should not escape the attention of many.

created 55 employment opportunities with 45 sub-contractors benefiting from the construction, while 30 labourers will be retained for maintenance purposes.

I am optimistic that with these developments, the economy in our townships will definitely create muchneeded employment and grow the spirit of entrepreneurship.

I was also thrilled to learn that the innovation hub has presence in the township of Ga- Rankuwa where young and potential entrepreneur ideas are nurtured and modelled into business ideas which will change the face of our township. eKasilab Ga-Rankuwa, in Region 1 of Tshwane, emerged with the aim of creating co-creation space, a platform for the community to disentangle their problems and create lasting economic development. eKasilab Ga-Rankuwa pre–incubates 19 companies. Of these, five are in the process of being elevated to a commercial stage in their incubation.

Approximately 75 potential, aspiring

entrepreneurs and existing businesses in the township have been trained.

This is indeed confidence in the township and its potential. These are the sort of initiatives that will enable us to indeed build our country together brick-by-brick. The capable leadership of the Premier Makhura and Tshwane Mayor Ramokgopa fills us with hope that our townships will indeed become the “beehive” of economic activity.

This vision will enable a situation where industries procure their services from the township and be part of the (solution in) dealing with our spatial development challenges. Reduce the amount of labour and capital leaving the township for cities, through procuring goods and services and transportation.

The services provided should go beyond community functions and grow into an industry we could all be proud of. Tshwane is on the right track. All it requires is a collective community support.

Harold Maloka, Deputy-Director General, Government Communication and Information Systems

However, being a Tshwane citizen, my attention was drawn to what has been done in the city townships. In Winterveldt, the Emergency Medical Services Vehicles Repair Hub is repairing, servicing and maintaining ambulances using township mechanics.

There is the Ga-Rankuwa Eco-furniture co-operative supported by the Department of Environmental Affairs and the City of Tshwane, which manufactures school desks and other furniture, using invasive alien plants.

There is also Kgora community bakery in Soshanguve, which bakes and supplies fresh bread to residents and spaza shops daily in Tshwane. I would expect the very same bakery supply the community with scones come weekends for funerals and weddings.

In Mamelodi, Reiteretse Car Wash co-operative services the Tshwane Metro Police fleet. The facility which was launched by the Premier and the Executive Mayor Kgosientsho Ramakgopa last year was established with five co-operatives. Collectively, they

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LEADERSHIP

S S E C C U S O T Y E K IS E ENDURANC Are you a resilient entrepreneur?

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uilding a business is not a sprint, but a marathon, with hills, headwinds, heat and dust. Those entrepreneurs who succeed are not necessarily the fastest or the strongest, but those who are able to endure the ups and downs.

Having seen hundreds of entrepreneurs set out on their own business marathon over the years, we have identified eight characteristics that make an entrepreneur resilient enough to go the distance in their business venture:

1. Possession of a strong internal sense of control Resilient entrepreneurs are disciplined individuals whose working hours, pace, workload and output are not controlled by something imposed upon them from the outside, such as an employment contract, peer pressure, a boss or the clock on the wall. Entrepreneurs set their own standards and targets – and set them high. Their ‘boss’ is their own psyche, which, more often than not, can be very demanding.

2. Ability to diversify and expand Single-outlet, single-product and singleclient businesses are very vulnerable to setbacks, as the loss of an important contract, the opening up of a competitor across the road, or the sudden market influx of a cheaper competing product can be fatal to a business. The more entrepreneurial type of business owner will constantly look for new markets, product lines and clients so that they have more than one income stream to fall back on.

3. Development of strong social connections Resilient entrepreneurs constantly cultivate their networks of clients, suppliers, peers, friends and family, not only to promote their business and to support them emotionally, but also to learn, source new opportunities and keep updated with changes in the market.

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A resilient entrepreneur however has the ability to see the bigger picture amid all the chaos of running a business.

4. Attitude of a survivor, not a victim income, how much money the business Setbacks are a certainty for any business, and when they do strike, a resilient entrepreneur will get up, dust himself off and move forward. They have little time for self-pity, and while they may be quick to apportion blame, the focus is on the action needed to get going again.

5. Skill to learn from setbacks All entrepreneurs do their best to avoid setbacks, however when they do happen, resilient entrepreneurs have the ability to not only focus on what went wrong, but also on how to improve themselves or their business in order to avoid a repeat of the same setback. The new set of circumstances following a setback is also viewed entrepreneurially as the entrepreneur seeks to explore what new business opportunities the setback presented, and if there is a chance to change direction or seek new markets and income streams.

6. Frugal and cash-flow conscious habits Flashy high-flyers don’t tend to last long in the world of owner-managed businesses. Resilient entrepreneurs tend to adopt low-key lifestyles. The frugality of resilient entrepreneurs is linked to their tendency to keep the cash flow through their business top of mind. They save and cut costs where they can, but they do so sensibly without choking the growth of their business. They are also constantly aware of who owes the business money, when they can expect

owes and to what extent the business is meeting its sales targets.

7. Ability to look at the bigger picture It is easy for anyone running a business to get lost and overwhelmed by the sheer volume of information, systems, tasks and crises that shout for the attention of a business owner. A resilient entrepreneur however has the ability to see the bigger picture amid all the chaos of running a business. They have a clear picture of where the business will be in a year’s time, or even three, five or ten years’ time. This outlook thinking enables them to prioritise business objectives and remain emotionally resilient against temporary setbacks.

8. Attention to detail Paradoxically, entrepreneurs who survive also have the ability to focus on the minutiae of the day-to-day running of the business, even as they keep a constant eye on their long-term goal.

They check and recheck prices, costing, supplier arrangements, contracts, insurance premiums, staff performance, production systems and all of the innumerable things that could stand in the way of reaching the finish line.

All entrepreneurs have the ability to be resilient – it simply takes perseverance and dedication.

Gerrie van Biljon, executive director of Business Partners Limited

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he more I grow up the more I realize that there was a great deal of wisdom in some of the things that my parents did and participated in. One of these is the practice of creating Stokvels, which used as financial vehicles in order to grow their money such that they could pay our school fees, feed us and furnish our homes. Now young fintech entrepreneur named Tshepo Moloi brings us StokFella, a company that makes the use of Stokvels easier and more relevant to the modern day youth.

‘Stokvels Hidden Economy’, the average age of stokvel members is 25 – 49, proving that stokvels are not for old folks as many people think. We also find that in our engagement with young black professionals, they tend to use stokvels to gain access to investments quicker.

Furthermore, Old Mutual Savings and Investor Monitor July 2015 found an increase in stokvel contribution from 2014 to 2015 showing that stokvels remain the dominant source of saving culture amongst the majority.

Tell us a bit about yourself and about StokFella in terms of what it does?

How is your app changing the game?

I was born and raised in Soweto, went on to study Engineering and am now in the process of completing a finance degree.

I have working experience in mining consulting and banking. StokFella is a solution developed with the intention of removing the administration burden present within stokvels thus allowing them to focus on their main objectives.

So how did the idea to create it came about?

As with any other great idea, StokFella was born out of a question: “There must be a better way to do what we are doing?” I found that in the stokvels I was part of and those we observed, frustration about activities which required tedious administration were hindering stokvels from realizing their true value.

We focus on stokvels because they have been a financial instrument in our communities since the 19th century and we believe that by focusing this instrument efficiently, it will allow ordinary citizens the opportunity to pursue and realize financial freedom.

Would you say Stokvels are still relevant for millennials in saving and investing?

Stokvels are as relevant today as they where a century ago. In fact, in a paper done by Africa Response in 2012 titled 30

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The app changes the game in the field of savings for the youth by now bringing the culture of stokvels into their daily techno savvy life. We believe that just as the youth uses social media with a click of a finger, they will do the same when making a collective financial decision on the StokFella App.

Do all the members of the Stokvel have to have the app?

No, although ideally if all the members have the app its full value and potential would be immense. However we understand that smartphone penetration in SA is only 49% hence not every stokvel member would have the capability to download the app.

Therefore to accommodate this member, we have allowed other members who’ve downloaded the app to capture on behalf of this member so that they are not left out of the ecosystem. One day when the member gets a compatible phone, we will auto populate their history when they download the app and link to their group.

I see that one can track outstanding amounts from different members of the Stokvel, but how is the payment verified?

Great question, payments are entered by members and varied by the administrators of the stokvel (Chairman and Treasurer) same as they would do in a written ledger book. We then apply financial modelling to track and generate outstanding payments as well as other outcomes such as financial performance of the group. We are not linked to a central bank account at the moment because we realize that trust is the main virtue upon which the culture of any stokvel is established. Accordingly, we first wish to be trusted by stokvels, that we can manage their administration headaches accurately before we move into actual money verification.

Can a stokvel link an investment account to the app in order to unanimously see growth?

This functionality has been requested by some groups on our platform and we are looking into it. However it is important to understand that before you link anything which will lead to a complicated solution, stokvels must first understand their own potential. We find that when we ask an average member the following questions: how much is in your stokvel’s bank account? who is behind with payments and why? they tend not to know. It is therefore essential in a stokvel that members understand and can accurately monitor and manage the movement of their money before it even reaches an investment account.

What will happen in the event that I have the app but cease to pay for the service?

Imagine a stokvel running for two years then suddenly the ledger book within which they keep all their records went missing? There is so much risk in not keeping your stokvels financial activities electronically. We eliminate this risk through the use of the app hence your information is safely secured. If you decide to stop using the solution for a short period and return later, you will still find your info intact. The only time the info is deleted is when you delete your group as the Chairman on the app.

What is the best advice with regards to money and investments that you have received, and what is the best advice that you can give?

Best advice I got, do not spend money you don’t have, period! Best advice I can give, time is the most precious commodity you have. The sooner you realise this, the sooner you will make compound interest your best friend.

Where can we get the app?

The App is available for Android 4.4 capable phones and on iOS 7 iPhone and iPad. Alternatively, visit our website at www.stokfella.com for further info.

Follow us on social media @StokFellaSA for the latest news on cool new features that we are currently working on.

Cecelia Wrights

Fintech entrepreneur Tshepo Moloi

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BUYERS’GUIDE

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WHISKY BAIN’S SINGLE GRAIN Bain’s Single Grain Whisky is a double matured whisky produced from 100% South African yellow maize, you may call this corn. It is first matured in specially selected first-fill bourbon casks for a period of three years, then transferred to a second set of first-fill bourbon casks for a further 18 to 30 months to extract a full rich flavor like no other. It is warm, golden amber in colour, with a nose that combines toffee, floral and vanilla aromas.

On the palate it has a hint of spice softened by the sweet undertones of oak and boasts an extended mouth-feel with an exceptionally smooth finish.

This smooth Scotch whisky with gently smoked notes is popular all over the world. In fact it is the market leader in Thailand. A smooth, whisky to be enjoyed straight or over ice, 100 Pipers is now the seventhbiggest selling blended Scotch worldwide. The name “100 Pipers” comes from the stirring heroic ballad of “The Hundred Pipers”, which relates the story of Bonnie Prince Charlie’s 1745 uprising led by a brave band of 100 bagpipers. Sure to appeal to anyone with spirit!

100 Pipers retails from R120 per bottle and is available at all good bottle stores.

Bain’s Single Grain Whisky retails at R250 per bottle.

BONNIE & CLYDE SCOTCH WHISKY Bonnie & Clyde Scotch Whisky is designed to appeal to people who prefer their whisky on the lighter side.

Produced and bottled in Scotland, Bonnie & Clyde Scotch Whisky has a soft, dryish taste and an attractive pale colour.

Bonnie & Clyde retails at R112 per bottle, making it one of the more affordable quality whiskies on offer.

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BELL’S SPECIAL RESERVE Spoil your patrons with Bell’s Special Reserve, a fine blend of specially selected pure malts, all older than eight years. With its sweet honey and nutty Bourneville chocolate nose and rich complex honey palate, and warm peppery finish, Bell’s Special Reserve will please the most demanding customers.

Bells Special Reserve retails at R280 a bottle.

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SPIRITS

IN BOMBAY SAPPHIRE G Enjoyed in more than 120 countries, the tantalizing, Bombay Sapphire gin has a smooth and complex taste, stems from a perfect blend of the finest raw ingredients, combining 10 hand-selected exotic botanicals from around the world for a perfect balance.

JACK TAR RUM Jack Tar has a dark, molasses brown tint, reminiscent of Bourbons and other dark spirits. It smells rich, complex and fruity, with a hint of molasses. It isn’t too sweet and doesn’t have the oiliness of cheap rum. It’s also a very versatile drink.

Try a daiquiri with a shot of rum, a shot of lime juice and some simple syrup or superfine sugar, shaken over ice. Jack Tar is also good on the rocks, with cola, and mixed with ginger ale. Overall it makes for a supremely good mixer.

Bombay Sapphire gin is extraordinarily smooth.

It’s an inpiration to bartenders all around the world, because the aromatic flavors and crisp, yet delicate, finish make it more versatile than any other gin, so it can be enjoyed in long drinks, perfectly balanced martinis or in classic or contemporary cocktails.

Jack Tar Rum retails at R125 per bottle.

Bombay Sapphire Gin retails at R240 per bottle.

BACARDI OAKHEART Something slightly unusual, Bacardi Oakheart is a spiced rumbased spirit. It gets its name from the fact that some of the rums are matured in ex-bourbon oak casks. Bacardi Oakheart contains notes of brown sugar, honey and burnt vanilla custard and it has a short, lightly cinnamony finish.

Bacardi Oakheart retails at R155 per bottle.

CACTUS JACK Flavoured tequila is very popular with South African customers. Cactus Jack is a flavoured tequila that comes in four flavours: Bubblegum, Honey, Gold Tequila and the original Sours blend. It is particularly popular with young consumers, thanks to its image of living young, wild and free.

Cactus Jack will set you back R140 per bottle.

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WINE

ZONNEBLOEM’S TROPHY-WINNING 2014 SHIRAZ BLEND Zonnebloem’s big, juicy Shiraz/Mourvèdre/ Viognier blend from the 2014 vintage was judged the best Shiraz blend in this year’s Old Mutual Trophy Wine Show, to earn the highest score in the non-Bordeaux red blend category.

Zonnebloem was also amongst the top ten performing wineries in the competition.

Winemaker Bonny van Niekerk describes the trophy winner as “satisfyingly rich and full, with ripe berry aromas and flavours that literally jump out of the glass, layered with hints of nutmeg, pepper, cloves and truffles.”

Grapes were sourced from Stellenbosch Kloof, Helderberg and Devon Valley. Each vineyard block was vinified separately and aged for a year in a combination of new and second-fill French oak before the blend was assembled.

Bonny says it is really coming into its own now but can be cellared for at least a decade, by anyone tough enough to resist the temptation of opening it this winter.

It sells nationally from leading retailers for around R79 a bottle.

Follow Zonnebloem on Facebook (www. facebook.com/Zonnebloem) and Twitter (www.twitter.com/ZonnebloemZA).

DURBANVILLE HILLS SHIRAZ FOR WINTER INDULGENCE When the temperature drops slowcooked meals and a good bottle of red wine is a fine way to spend chilly evenings in-doors. And the 2014 Durbanville Hills Shiraz will certainly not disappoint with its luscious black cherries laced with hints of mulberry, pepper, prunes and smooth vanilla.

The wine is delicious when served with beef stew, Moroccan lamb, barbequed tuna steaks or kudu fillet and chilli con carne. And the food friendly elegance of this wine is a direct result of from where the grapes are harvested from.

The Durbanville area gives rise to fertile soils, hills and valleys of varying altitudes and slopes, and a unique topography that opens up to Table Mountain and Table Bay. The close proximity to the ocean creates a cool climate area that contributes to the layered complexity and balance in the wine. Our winemakers, together with member farmers, select the most suited locations for the production of exceptional Shiraz grapes and choose low yield vineyards situated about 250m above sea-level, planted in deep, dark red soils.

The grapes were hand-harvested and to soften the texture and maximise colour extraction the wine was left on the skins for one week after fermentation. The wine was matured for 12 months in French oak.

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The 2014 Durbanville Hills Shiraz is available nationwide for about R65 per bottle.

Graham Beck’s most prestigious and exclusive Cap Classique yet, the Cuvée Clive is produced only in vintages of exceptional qualities from the two classic varieties Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The fruit for the Chardonnay is from rich limestone vineyards on the Graham Beck estate in Robertson while the Pinot Noir is from the estate in Firgrove, Stellenbosch. Both varietals were hand-picked with the Chardonnay contributing fruit and elegance and the Pinot Noir complexity and length of flavour. In the cellar both the Chardonnay and Pinot Noir were whole bunched pressed, separately. Only the highest quality juice (tête de cuvée) was settled overnight and then fermented in stainless steel at 16°C, with a small portion of Chardonnay fermented in specific Piece Champenoise (205 litre) oak barrels. After fermentation the portions were selected to enhance the minerality, elegance and finesse. It was then bottled for the secondary bottle fermentation with a minimum of 60 months yeast contact before disgorgement. This exceptionally complex, yet subtle MCC is approachable and round with the potential to age and remarkably versatile with food.

“Undoubtedly the wines that incite the most interest in a sparkling wine range are the prestige cuvées or cuvée speciale. They represent stricter selection than for the normal vintage wine and reflect extreme care in the cellar and the pursuit of even greater excellence.”

Available from retailers at approximately R680 a bottle.

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CAST IRON POTS The three-legged cast-iron pot, or “potjie” is an indispensable feature of traditional South African cooking and a must-have for any open-air celebration. Potjies are extremely versatile – you can cook anything you like in them! They heat up rapidly and brown meat and vegetables very well. The recommended sizes for families and smaller parties are size two (six litre), size three (7.8 litre) and size four (9.3 litre). Place them over a fire or hot coals in the outdoors or in an open fire place indoors. Some come with a flat bottom without legs so they can be placed on the hot plate of a stove or on top of a grill. Larger sizes are also available (size six, 13.5 litre and size 8, 18.5 litre). Very large three-legged pots (size 25) are used in traditional ceremonies to feed hundreds of guests with sour maize porridge (‘iqondi’). Rent from R80 a day.

SPIT-BRAAI TRAILER A spit braai is a great way to cook large quantities of mouthwatering food. It’s also a business opportunity: if you buy your own spit-braai trailer, you can not only delight your own patrons but also rent it out to other establishments. Before you know it you’ll have your own catering business on the side. For an investment of about R9 300 you can buy a spitbraai trailer consisting of a 220V motor, non rust body frame stainless steel, three x three division ceramic gas burners, a high pressure tested gas burner pipe, a removable top lid, and removable legs. www.cateringequipment4all.co.za

CLASSIC ICE BUCKET Keep your patrons drinks cool in style with a durable and attractive ice-bucket. The Yuppiechef range of serveware has a classic design, is made to last, and is sure to suit any dining or outdoor entertainment setting. This hammered finish ice bucket has a handy carry handle and a fitted lid, making it perfect for keeping your ice chilled. The ice bucket retails at R499 from Yuppiechef. www.yuppiechef.com

NNER SOUTH AFRICAN FLAG BAR RU Tell the world you run a proudly South African tavern with this wetstop bar runner. The South African flag is sublimation printed onto a 100% pure polyester bar runner. It’s highly absorbent so it will keep the bottom of your patron’s glass dry and protect your counter from wet glass stains. The non-slip nitrile rubber backing will stop your bar mat from slipping and prevent the edges from curling. It’s also easy to clean with a cold machine wash or damp sponge. So you can keep your counter clean and dry while showing off in style, for only R161. www.pubstuff.co.za

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POWER GENERATOR The two main types of generators are standby generators and portable generators. Standby generators are big, fixed into position and take over the power supply when Eskom or City Power goes down. They are expensive to install, but they provide seamless power during power cuts. Portable generators are more practical and are basically a petrol or diesel engine with a plug socket on the front. They can be noisy and are not suitable for indoor use. A lower end 750Watt Stramm generator costs around R1 000, while a more powerful Ryobi 2 300watt petrol generator, which will provide between three and a half and seven hours of power per tank retails for around R3 400. On the high end of the scale, the 161kg Kipor 8 500watt petrol monster will cost R26 000.

For quieter inverter options, there are the Kipor 900Watt digital generator for around R6 000 and the Ryobi 1 600Watt at about R2 000.

WÜSTHOF KNIVES When you are serious about the food you serve, you are serious about the knives you use. Wüsthof was founded more than 200 years ago in Soligen, Germany, and has become synonymous with form, function and uncompromising quality. Their knives have earned the trust of thousands of foodies and professional chefs across the globe, making Wüsthof one of the world’s leading knife brands. Block sets contain all the knives you need and range from the Gourmet six-piece starter knife set, which will set you back R2500, to the Ikon nine-piece knife block set at R13 999. www.globalknives.co.za

As one of South Africa’s original safety footwear brands, Frams offers a range of consistent, economical and reliable safety footwear. Their range of safety footwear is designed to provide protection for multiple working environments and against a diverse range of hazards. Their factory is ISO 9001 certified and all products are either SANS/ISO 20345 or EN 20345 compliant.

The Fram’s Geo-Tread is It is ideal for Mining, Agriculture, Construction and General heavy duty working environments. It will withstand heat up to 95° Celsius, has a durable, genuine leather upper and a dual density, Polyurethane sole for added comfort.

It also features a slip resistant outer sole, a steel toe cap and antistatic properties. I t is SANS/ISO 20345 accredited and carries a 6 months Fair Wear and Tear guarantee*.

For more information visit www.frams.co.za or contact Frams at Tel: 011 332 1500 or email sales@frams.co.za *Terms and conditions apply.

NEDBANK POCKETPOS Cash is king but when patrons want to pay with credit cards, you don’t want to turn their money away. Small businesses need a point of sales solution that is reasonably priced, portable and easy to use. The PocketPOS is just that, a portable device that can accept Chip & Pin debit and credit cards in a secure manner. You simply hand the keypad over to the customer and fire up the PocketPOS app on a mobile phone. The customer inserts a credit card and enters the PIN on the pad.

The mobile app then sends the encrypted info via the phone’s data connection (3G or WiFi) to the banking system. The transaction is finalised and the receipt can be e-mailed automatically or printed. The device costs R1 199 up front or you can rent it for R53 a month. www.nedbank.co.za

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TECH REVIEW

TECH TALK Gadgets to help you up

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E STATION G R A H EC R A H IT W IE NEVER SAY D These days when cellphone batteries die, people become miserable, and you don’t need that kind of negativity in your establishment! But help is at hand. The Mini Station from RiCharge is a great way to keep your patrons happy and generate income too. You don’t have to take responsibility for the phone because the owners keep them on them.

It works like this: first, the patron asks for a charging tablet; then you take their ID, car keys, or a cash deposit as a security deposit; the patron can then recharge with his device at his side and once done, the patron returns the charging tablet and gets the deposit back. It’s up to you whether you offer this service free or charge for it. Each station comes with six power banks. Each unit holds up to 5000mAh on a full charge.

Included are eight cables: two iPhone 4 cables, two iPhone 5/6 cables, Four Samsung/ Black Berry/ Nokia cables. www.richarge.co.za

BORN IN THE RSA South Africans love their sport and there is no better way to watch it than relaxing with friends in front of a big-screen TV. Now Hisense is manufacturing the the 84-inch UltraHD TV, which features LED backlighting and a native resolution of 3840 x 2160. It’s just as good as anything else out there, but it has a distinct price advantage. That’s because it’s built in South Africa – lower taxes on locally-produced products mean the Hisense unit is cheaper than its competitors. The LCD panels are imported from the Hisense manufacturing plant in China but everything else, including circuit boards, is assembled in South Africa.

The 84-inch XT900 has a recommended retail price of R170 000, while the next-cheapest competitor is LG’s 84-inch LM9600, for R190 000. Similar performance models by Sony and Samsung go for R250 000 and R380 000.

IRELESS ROUTER W A H IT W S N O R T PA CONNECT YOUR Everybody wants WiFi these days, so why not make your patrons happy by providing it for them? All you need is a wireless router to connect other devices to your wireless local area network (WLAN). The Linksys WRT1900AC Wireless Router is one of the the most powerful routers on the market to date. It is very easy to use – you can set it up yourself in less than 10 minutes after taking it out of the box. It has remote access and management. Most importantly, it has a very powerful CPU promoting simultaneous high speed connections. Its high speed data processing allows the device to handle multiple users, which means your patrons are going to be overjoyed.

• Bands: 2.4+5 GHz Dualband • Top Wi-Fi speed: 1300Mbps • Wired Ports: four (excluding WAN) • Antennas: four external (high performance) • WIFI router price : R4,067.00

The Stokfella app is a world-class mobile solution that enables stokvels to organise, manage, communicate, visualise and be more efficient in growing their wealth. All stokvel payments, claims and meetings can be managed from your phone. Outstanding payments are recorded and notification messages are sent. You can also view your stokvel’s finances, goals and membership growth.

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If you are looking for a high-performance smartphone that costs under R8 000, you might want to look at at Xiaomi’s Mi 5. The Mi 5 comes equipped with Qualcomm’s current-fastest Snapdragon 820 chipset, which runs at 2.15GHz on the 64GB and 128GB iterations and a lower 1.8GHz on the 32GB version.

The 128GB has a ceramic body which is reportedly harder to crack, while the 32GB and 64GB variants have a curved glass body. Both versions also house a fingerprint scanner in the “Home” button.

The Mi 5 boasts 4GB of RAM, and the 128GB model is fitted with a 3 000mAh battery, which has delivered outstanding performance in tests.

The smartphone is available at Dion Wired, Makro, Incredible Connection, Takealot, hi-online.co.za and selected Foschini Group stores for R7 999, and can also be ordered through the official mia.africa.com/za portal.

One of the most stressful aspects of running a small business can be the process of keeping the books. Fortunately QuickBooks accounting software has been designed with the needs of the small business owner in mind. It’s all about saving time without adding to stress levels, and you can access it online, even on your phone.

QuickBooks automates your tasks, from recurring invoices and bill payments to syncing data across bank and credit card transactions. Expenses can be reconciled and categorised automatically, so you don’t have to suffer through the tedious, time-consuming task of doing this for every single transaction by hand. QuickBooks can also save you from creating financial reports from scratch with the software’s wide collection of built-in reports.

The online dashboard has a convenient top navigation bar and side menu for easy navigation.

It gives information like income, overdue and paid invoices, expenses, profits and losses so you can have a snapshot of the health of your business.

You can test QuickBooks with a free, 30-day trial.

For more information, visit http://quickbooks. intuit.co.za.

ICAM HELPS PROTECTS AND MONITOR FLEET If you have a fleet of vehicles, monitoring them is a must.

The iCAM 852 from iCAM Video Telematic sallows fleet owners to stream live videos from multiple vehicles and from multiple cameras. It is a four-camera mobile CCTV system and is manufactured locally. The iCAM 852 provides video solutions with combined vehicle tracking and fleet management capabilities. It will not only ensure reduced time to settle insurance claims, but fleet owners can now increase driver productivity, reduce fuel theft and increase load frequency with reduced turnaround times. Fleet owners can set auto record, time record, event record and manual record. All of this is done on top of the live tracking offered by normal tracking systems. It includes video and image verification, driver behaviour monitoring for risk reduction, goods monitoring for theft prevention and full fleet video telematics for monitoring and event management with traditional live tracking. With up to four cameras including the option of infra-red, the iCAM 852 now also offers live

video streaming and continuous video recording while the vehicle ignition is turned on and for up to four hours after ignition is turned off. GPS is embedded into all recorded video data with GPS + Map trip playbacks.

For more information, contact iCAM on 08611 58527 or visit www.icamvideo.co.za.

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VEHICLE REVIEW

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For your business

The Chevrolet Utility The Chevy Utility or ‘Ute’ is a practical yet rather stylish little bakkie that comes in variants ranging from a base model 1.4 to a 1.3 litre diesel or a 1.8 litre sport version. The model we tested was the 1.4 litre base model with airconditioning.

The interior, although not complete luxury, was very well fitted and neatly laid out. Air-conditioning, however, was an absolute must, and we couldn’t imagine having to spend hours in the Ute without that comfort. After all, this is a work vehicle, so you are bound to spend plenty of time behind the wheel.

Having a radio is an optional extra on the base models, and for the relatively small investment; we also found it a must.

The little 1.4 litre engine packed just enough punch to get the job done, but it did lack the grunt we needed sometimes when the air-conditioning was on full whack. The five-speed gear box was smooth to operate and gear shifting was effortless. The petrol engine delivered a respectable 68kW of power at the very top end, and the 120Nm of torque provides the driver with a decent amount of pull. The pull is most noticeable when there is a full load on the back.

The Chevrolet Utility

to know if you are going to buy a base model like the one we tested. The Ute comes standard with ABS and EBD, driver and front passenger airbags as well as side impact beams to protect you at all times. It has a towing capacity of more than half a ton, and the Ute can carry an impressive 1.1 tons in the load bay.

Overall, the Chevy Ute is a great addition to any small business and it is the top selling bakkie on the SA market for a reason. Starting at around R159 800 for the base 1.4, up to R220 900 for the 1.8 Sport, the Ute is a bargain in our books.

It comes standard with a five-year/ 120 000km warranty and services are at 15 000 km intervals.

For your family

The Chevrolet Cruze

The family sedan market is one of the most crowded vehicle segments in Thankfully, Chevrolet hasn’t spared any expense in the safety department on any South Africa at the moment. Because of their Ute models, which is comforting we live such busy lives and because

everything in South Africa is generally so far apart, it is essential to have a car that can not only get you around, but can do so in an affordable manner without compromising on space.

The Chevrolet Cruze is one of those family sedans that not only fits the bill, but also doesn’t break the bank. The Cruze is a stylish four-door car, that takes a lot of its design elements straight from the manual of all those famous German sedans. It ticks all the boxes in the looks department and has a certain simple elegance. It is uncomplicated and sophisticated.

The interior is where you really get your money’s worth in the Cruze. For the price you pay, you wouldn’t expect to get things like an on-board computer with infotainment display, or a leather steering wheel, but the Cruze delivers.

The interior is well laid out and very easy to operate. It is fully customised to take care of one person alone in the car, or the entire family.

The Cruze performs well and the 1.6litre manual engine we tested certainly didn’t disappoint. It by no means is a speed machine and we have driven better performing 1.6litre engines, but what it lacks in overall power from the engine, it more than makes up for in economy and comfort. The Cruze is a cruiser and it does all that is asked of it.

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ith winter well and truely here, top South African food personality and Drizzle and Dip blogger, Sam Linsell has sought out comfort food with her recipe for cheddar and stout fondue.

“The idea of the dark bitter flavours of the stout melting in with all that delicious salty cheddar cheese was too good not to try,” said Linsell.

Castle Milk Stout is known for its smoothness, a ‘touch of bitterness’ (from dark roasts) and creamy head – which makes it big enough to stand up to flavoursome and rich dishes.

“Fondue is a social dish and gathering a few friends around a melting pot of cheese deliciousness is pretty awesome,” says Linsell.

“We could not agree more,” said Castle Milk Stout Brand Manager, Sanele Gwala.

“Castle Milk Stout is about sharing and savouring a moment with friends.”

For those who would like to try it at home, see the recipe below.

Sam Linsell says: Bread is my favourite thing to dip into fondue but slices of apple pair well with the aged cheddar giving a hit of fresh sweetness and adding crunch.

The most important thing here is to choose a really good quality mature cheddar, definitely not the rubbery yellow versions you get as an everyday staple. It simply will not melt the way it needs to. If budget allows go for something imported from Wales or England. I used the local Healey’s cheese which is a superb cheddar that has won awards.

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Ingredients • 1 x 340ml bottle Castle Milk Stout • 1 tbsp white wine vinegar • 350g very good quality mature cheddar (preferably white) • 4 tsp corn flour • 1 tsp Dijon mustard • 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce • 1 – 2 cloves garlic, crushed • Pinch of freshly grated nutmeg • Pinch of black pepper • Fresh bread and apple slices to serve

Instructions • In a small pot bring the CMS and vinegar to the boil.

• Grate the cheddar and toss this in the corn flour to coat.

• Slowly add the cheese in parts stirring constantly and stirring well before the next addition. While you are adding the cheese, add the garlic, Worcestershire sauce, pepper, nutmeg and mustard. Continue to cook over a low heat for a couple of minutes until the sauce is smooth.

• Serve the fondue over a heated burner (low) with pieces of bread and apple slices to dip.

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emperatures are dropping, socks are getting thicker and you’re suddenly finding you need an extra blanket on your bed at night. Winter is here, and it brings with it more time snuggled up indoors, endless cups of tea and, of course, bowls of steaming soup. There’s no better side for soup than fresh bread, so here’s a roundup of six super soups and sides to go with them, all using Blue Ribbon bread.

1. Cheeky broccoli and cheese Soup: Broccoli and cheese are a heavenly match, and this is a good way to disguise healthy green vegetables if your family aren’t mad about them. Fry half an onion in a little oil until soft. Add two cups of broccoli, a litre of chicken or vegetable stock and a tin of evaporated milk. Boil until the broccoli is soft, then add a cup of grated cheddar cheese. Blend until smooth.

Side: Mix softened butter with grated lemon zest, then spread onto toasted Blue Ribbon Low GI Brown Bread. Serve with the broccoli soup and enjoy.

2. Smoky bacon and bean Soup: The best thing about this soup is that you can make it with items from your kitchen cupboard or freezer. Simply fry a few rashers of chopped bacon until crispy. Add a tin of Italian tomato and onion mix and a tin of butter beans.

Side: Make herbed garlic butter by mixing together soft butter, one chopped garlic clove and some dried herbs. Spread this mixture onto slices of Blue Ribbon Low GI White Bread then grill until crispy and golden. Dunk the garlic bread into the soup for a hearty meal that’ll warm anyone up from the inside.

3. Tummy-filling sweetcorn Soup: This soup is a great way to use up leftover roast chicken pieces. Fry two chopped potatoes and one onion in a little butter, then add a tin each of creamed sweetcorn and whole kernel corn (drained). Add a can of cream of chicken soup, a dash of milk and any leftover chicken, chopped into small pieces.

Side: While the soup bubbles away, toast a few slices of Blue Ribbon Low GI Crushed Wheat Brown Bread, top with grated parmesan and grill until the cheese has melted into the bread.

Serve the soup when the potatoes are completely soft, with a healthy portion of parmesan toasts.

4. Hearty veggie noodle Soup: If you have odds and ends of vegetables in your fridge, you can whip up this soup for almost nothing. Fry one onion a little oil, then add chopped carrots, celery and courgettes.

Add two tablespoons of tomato paste and two cups of vegetable stock to the mixture. Bring to the boil, then add two cups of short pasta (macaroni, penne, fusilli or shells) and cook until the pasta is al dente.

Side: To serve with the soup, cut slices of Blue Ribbon Toaster White into cubes, sprinkle with olive oil and salt, then roast in the oven until crispy. Sprinkle the homemade croutons into noodle soup just before serving – scrumptious.

5. Creamy mushroom Soup: This soup couldn’t be simpler and it works for a laid-back dinner party starter. Fry two punnets of sliced mushrooms, one chopped onion and three cloves of chopped garlic in melted butter until all the mushrooms are brown and tender. Add two cups of fresh cream and a cup of vegetable or chicken stock, simmer for five minutes, then turn off the heat.

Side: Cut slices of Blue Ribbon Toaster Brown into ‘soldiers’, drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with brown onion soup powder, and bake until completely crispy. The brown onion soup gives them a salty, savoury flavour. Serve with the hot mushroom soup and top with a dollop of sour cream, if you have some.

6. Meaty lasagne soup Soup: If your family loves lasagne, they’ll adore this twist on the classic pasta dish. Fry mince with one onion and a chopped carrot until golden brown, then add two tins of chopped tomatoes and simmer. Add two cups of beef stock and a cup of elbow macaroni. Cook until the pasta is soft.

Side: Toast three pieces of Blue Ribbon Sliced White bread, then whizz in a blender until a chunky crumb is formed. Fry the crumbs in a little olive oil with some dried herbs, until crispy. Use these crunchy breadcrumbs to top the lasagne soup.

For more delicious winter warmer recipes, visit blueribbon.co.za or visit Blue Ribbon on Facebook.

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G N O T O P S F O E L P O E P E H T T E E M TAVERN REVIEWS

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MARTINO’S PLACE r of the NTHA since mini, a membe Owner: Martha Dla etary of the Thulani branch.

2004, also the secr

What meals do your customers most enjoy?

How long have you been in business?

I’ve been in business when I was still residing in Naledi since 1986. I then moved to Mndeni Extension 2 in 1989.

It’s only in 1994 that I moved here, my current address. Funny, I was only awarded my permit in 2006.

How are you giving back to the community?

Well, I only serve hot wings and fries. They love them! And every now and again, I also sell pies.

How do you handle a difficult customer?

I talk things through. I remain as calm and collected as I can possibly be.

How do you effectively communicate new specials or special events to your customers?

Collectively as NTHA, we have My establishment has a notice board. I use “Christmas in July” where we give our time and goodies (including blankets) to it as effectively as I can. old aged people. NTHA also spearheads Location: 34351 Block 11, Hola street, a Victim Empowerment campaign which Thulani, Doornkop provides health kits to victims of all sorts of abuse or violence.

Ms Martha Dlamini

ALFRED’S PLA.CA mEember of SALTA since 1999

unye i Owner: Lindi Mthim n of Kwa-Tsaduza Association, Lind r so er he in crates as and now Chairp beer. She sells beera side business as of r lie pp su l ca lo is a come, but also has primary source of inthe most beautiful blankets. a tailor. She tailors

How long have you been in business?

In what ways are you giving back to the community?

I am an employer. I have about seven permanent staff and a few temporary ones. The temps are specifically there to offload crates upon delivery.

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Ms Lindi Mthimunye

What is your top selling cigarette brand?

Cotleigh.

How can tavern owners can encourage responsible drinking?

Being a member of an association helps.

We are taught and encouraged on this a lot. What we learn, we pass onto our consumers. That in turn produces the best results. We take responsibility for encouraging what is right for our consumers.

What meals do you prepare? Which ones do your consumers prefer?

I prepare different meals, from amanqina, kotas to pap and braai meat.

“Pap and vleis” as my customers call it is everyone’s favourite.

Location: 8745 Modjadji street, Tsakane, Brakpan

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I’ve been in business since 1994. It was so hard back in the days. Me and my husband were both unemployed, we then saw it fitting to begin this business.

We started by selling from a fourroomed house without a licence, which we only got later on in 2006.

RN EPALAMENTENI TAVofENTHA since 2000, gope. A member Owner: Violet Man of the Thulani branch. also the Treasurer How long have you been in business?

I’ve been in business since 1991. It was really not easy back then, my community did not even have electricity. I remember I had to buy a gas refrigerator. It has really been a journey.

How are you giving back to the community?

As any other community member with capacity, I make myself available to help out at community funerals and have also identifed impoverished families as well as child-headed ones that we help regularly.

What meals do your customers most enjoy?

The traditional “bogobe le mogodu”, samp, chakalaka and stews too.

What advice would you give to people who want to start their own business?

I’d really stress that they are mindful of their neighbours if the business is run from home, with any kind of business actually. I also encourage patience and respect for people, young and old, the people are your business.

Ms Violet Mangope

What is your top selling cigarette brands?

Well, I only sell Peter Stuyvesant and Cotleigh. My customers prefer Cotleigh.

Location: 5419 Gwaza street, Block 2, Thulani

ANT R U A T S E R & R O U IQ L rength FREEGO from strength to st n ow gr s ha It f. el its speaks for t . Her establishmen munity support that she gets. dt an Br y ck Vi r: ne m w O prides herself on co over the years. She How long have you been in business?

I’ve been in business since 2005. I was fortunate enough to be granted a permit in the very month that I applied for it.

In what ways are you giving back to the community?

I am SALTA’s Women’s League Assistant Chairlady. As a collective, we give back in a form of clothing, footwear, food and toiletries. We’ve been to both the Orlando and Alexandra hospices.

dissatisfaction is always the best way to get through tense situations.

How do you handle a difficult customer?

My establishment has a notice board. I write up all that I need to communicate.

Facebook helps me with effectively promoting my events too.

Remaining calm and trying to get an understanding of the customer’s

What is your most important factors when hiring stuff?

I look for a good personality. Interviews are very necessary, I am really after How do you effectively communicate strong characters and mindsets.

Someone who can withstand pressure. specials?

Location: 383 Bleinheim Street, Ormonde View

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OLOTSI M H T E B A Z LI E E N A P O FAREWELL MS. NK From all of us at Spotong Magazine we extend our sincerest condolences to the family and friends of Ms. Nkopane Elizabeth Molotsi, who passed away on 8 June 2016. Ms. Molotsi was featured in our May

edition of Spotong for her success as an influential tavern owner in Katlehong. We wish her three daughters comfort and strength in this very sad time.

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RANT U A T S E R A L IL V O S S A EL P t, Witbank ef; Naauwpoor

Owner: Amara Khal

Amara Khalef is the owner of El Passo Villa Restaurant, which is also a tavern and night club on the weekend. He bought the well-oiled business from Lynette Steyn, 18 months ago. The originally female owned business is the most successful tavern and restaurant in Naauwpoort.

How long have you been in business?

products have a longer shelf life.

However what stands out the most for me is the signage they put up. This has made my business look very attractive.

They also allowed me to help with the design of the signage which I am very proud of.

Which are your top selling liquor brands:

On the weekend, at the night club, the hot stuff (spirits) sell more, and The business itself has been running for weekdays the SAB beers sell faster. more than five years, however I only took The top selling spirits are Three Ships whiskey and Smirnoff 1818 Vodka. over as the new owner 18 months ago.

And joined Club 10 a year ago.

However since we had the Tovaritch Vodka promotion, this brand has been sneaking to the top and doing very well.

My top selling beer, by far, is Castle Lite.

As a tavern owner how do you give back to the community?

Well for now I am still focusing on upgrading the establishment. A lot of the other taverns in our area were closed down for trading illegally, so I try to make sure that everything is above board and that my tavern looks good.

I have also added other businesses which benefit the community like a convenience store.

What role has Club 10 played in the success of your business?

As a Club 10 member I am happy to stock my supplies from Witbank Cash and Carry Liquor as I get Club 10 discounts. Club 10 has also given me fridges which has helped me with keeping my beverages cold and food

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Aphilil Owner: Silvia and Cape, Bizana n er Qwebani; East

How long have you been in business?

I have been running my tavern for four years now as the official source of income for my family.

What role has Club 10 played in the success of your business?

Since I became a Club 10 member, I’ve been getting a lot of benefits from them. Because of Club 10, my tavern is a lot more attractive as result of all the promotional signage on the outside.

They print pamphlets for me to promote my tavern and give me free merchandise for my patrons. However what stands out the most for me is the counselling I receive from them when my sales are down. So they also care about your business making money.

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El Passo Tavern

Which are your top selling liquor brands:

upgrade my bouquet to get more channels that my patrons are asking for.

We sell a lot of Johnnie Walker, Smirnoff Vodka and White Horse whiskey. On the beer side of things, we sell a lot of Castle Milk Stout and Castle Larger. I must say my overall top seller is SAB’s Castle Milk Stout.

I get a lot of compliments from the community about my establishment. I even have patrons that used to frequent other establishments coming to our tavern, thanks to Club10.

As a tavern owner how do you give back to the community?

I try to help the community wherever I can. We recently had a gentleman pass away in our neighbourhood. I was able to assist his family with a R6000 contribution to his burial to ease the burden on his family.

What makes your Club10 tavern different to other taverns?

Club 10 has really made my tavern look beautiful and stand out from the others close by. Not only did they put up beautiful signage, they painted the walls as well with great colours. They also assisted me in the process of applying for a DSTV for my establishment. I have now decided to

Ms Silvia Qwabeni

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he penultimate finals of the 2016 Stokvel Cooking Challenge, sponsored by White Star Maize Meal and Royco®, had stokvel groups competing against each other to win their share of R50 000 in cash on 4 June, at Three Star Cash ‘n Carry in Rustenburg. Love Thy Neighbour Women’s Club, the stokvel group from Soweto in Johannesburg, were on a mission to win and they indeed bagged the title as they won this year’s cook-off competition.

“This is a dream come true and the happiest day of our lives!

It was our wish to take our cooking careers to the next level,” said Cynthia Ngidi from Love Thy Neighbour stokvel.

Love Thy Neighbour faced tough competition against Reiteretse Stokvel (Centurion, Gauteng), S’nako Stokvel (Umtata, Eastern Cape) and Masisizane Club (Umlazi, KwaZulu Natal) – who had also won the semi-finals in their respective regions. The celebrity judges – singer, actress and White Star celebrity chef, Lucia Mthiyane, and MasterChef SA 2014 runner-up, Siphokazi Mdlankomo were incredibly impressed by Love Thy Neighbour’s exceptional culinary skills. Love Thy Neighbour tantalised the judges’ taste buds with their fish curry, three robot pepper pap and steamed veggies starter and their lamb stew, pap with Royco® soup and honey pumpkin main.

“It has been a wonderful journey and we are so proud of the finalists who have been chosen to participate in this ultimate challenge,” said White Star Marketing Manager, Mokhele Makhothi. “All the competing stokvels make a difference in their communities, proving that by coming together and working as one, they can achieve a great deal.”

The judges had to make tough decisions in choosing the finalists. Now the four successful teams will have to put their best spoons forward in preparing the most creative and tasty dishes using White Star Maize Meal and Royco®.

The stokvel teams’ stories began when they submitted a recipe of their choice, photographs of their stokvels along with a motivation letter, showing why they should partake in the Stokvel Cooking Challenge. From more than 600 entries, 12 teams were chosen to compete in the semi-finals, with

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“It has been a wonderful journey and we are so proud of the finalists who were chosen to participate in this ultimate challenge, all the competing stokvels make a difference in their communities, proving that by coming together and working as one, they can achieve a great deal,” said Lucia Mthiyane.

“I was looking for a team who are creative and can think outside of the box, a team that knows how to create flavour in their dishes and have beautiful presentation and plating skills,” added Siphokazi Mdlankomo. “All stokvels have proven that they can create tasty and delicious dishes.”

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I was pleasantly surprised, not only did I get to register my business with no hassles; I was informed of other services that I can access for my business.

The Qondisa Ishishini Lakho campaign, is coming to your neighbourhood to help you formalise your business. If you have a business then it need to be registered. Join the Gauteng Department of Economic Development as we help you fix your business.

For more information and to view the roadshow schedule, visit www. ecodev.gpg.gov.za or call 087 943 7170.

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WINE INE SHOW THE GOOD FOOD & W-31 JULY 2016 JOHANNESBURG, 29 In its 12th year, South Africa’s premier food and wine show is taking place at the Ticketpro Dome in Northriding. This popular foodie event includes celebrity chef cooking demonstrations, food and wine tastings and kids’ workshops. Discover, test out, and purchase the latest cooking gadgets and gourmet ingredients at the exhibition. Enjoy a wide selection of wine, craft beer and food.

Sample olive oils, chocolates, whiskey and more.

AL, SOWETO WINE FESTIV 2-4 SEPTEMBER 2016 Now in its 12th year, the Soweto Wine and Lifestyle Festivals set to reinvent Soweto’s wine and food experience. The festival is an opportunity for wineries to selectively handpick their audience. The brains behind the event are Mnikelo Mangciphu, owner of the Morara Wine and Spirit Emporium, Soweto’s only wine shop, and Marilyn Cooper, CEO of the Cape Wine Academy, based in Johannesburg. Originally designed to expose the Soweto population to South Africa’s prestigious wine-drinking cultures, the festival has grown to include food and travel. Last year featured fine Cape Wineland wineries such as Arniston Bay Infusion, Brugman Wine, Cape Point Vineyards, Hartenberg Estate, and many others. So sample varietals, visit the many travel exhibitors, and enjoy cuisine from Johannesburg’s top-notch restaurants, bistros and food vendors.

The festival is open from 18:00 - 22:00 on Friday September, from 17:00 - 21:00 on Saturday 3 September and from 12:00 - 17:00 on Sunday 4 September.

CTOBER 2016 O 8 -2 6 2 , X E IN W B M R RMB WineX is the festival of choice for the discerning wine consumer. Now in its 16th year, the show brings South Africa’s top cellars together under one roof together with a spread of newcomers, boutique producers and garagistes.

Jozi wine lovers turn out in droves to socialise over a glass of good wine. Get handy tips and learn the latest in winemaking trends. You can also purchase glassware and gadgets, olives and oils, imported decanters, designer coolers, artisan cheeses and storage systems.

This year the show is happening from 7pm nightly until 9pm at the Sandton Convention Centre. Tickets are on sale via Computicket from 1 September 2016 and include a tasting glass and unlimited tastings.

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LLEY ROBERTSON WINE VA 2016 FESTIVAL, 30-31 JULY The Robertson Wine Valley Festival returns to Gauteng at Kievits Kroon Country Estate. Dozens of wineries and wine cellars from, in and around the Robertson area will be introduced to Gauteng wine lovers. More than two dozen leading wineries and producers from the Robertson Wine Valley took part last year. The festival will also host an extensive on-site artisanal market. Go there for high-quality organic produce and locally-sourced, handmade crafts.

Among the wide selection of goods on offer will be cheeses, olives, freshly brewed coffee, pastries and cakes from the patisserie, as well as handmade leather goods, organic candles, and more.

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