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Expert details Covid-19 vaccine options “There is a vaccine that is a single dose and that is a big advantage for us, rather than having to get two doses. If we choose one that is two doses, that will double the cost because we have to buy twice as many vaccines.”

Professor Salim Abdool Karim

Johannesburg - The Covid-19 vaccine could be available in South Africa by mid-2021, but will need to meet South Africa’s unique requirements, according to Professor Salim Abdool Karim, chairperson of the Ministerial Advisory Committee on Covid-19.

Karim, who has played a prominent role in response to the pandemic, said rushing to obtain the first available option may not be in the country’s best interests, despite pressures imposed by the pandemic.

In recent months, great strides have been made towards developing Covid -19 vaccines.

South Africa is currently hosting clinical vaccine trials by Johnson & Johnson alongside a partnership between AstraZeneca Plc and the University of Oxford.

Government has also committed R500 million towards the global COVAX programme, aimed at providing developing nations with affordable access to vaccines when they become available.

President Cyril Ramaphosa recently reiterated South Africa’s commitment to the COVAX initiative.

“We are participating in the World Health Organisation’s Covid-19 Global Vaccine Access Facility, the COVAX facility, which aims to pool resources and share vaccine development risk, thus ensure equitable access to vaccines when they become available. We are encouraged that the Solidarity Fund will make the initial contribution of R327 million towards this vaccine procurement on behalf of our country,” Ramaphosa said.

Professor Karim said in addition to the cost-effectiveness of the COVAX programme, government needs to take careful look at all available options and resist the urge to rush.

“We have to make a careful decision on which vaccine is appropriate and best suited to South Africa.

We have four vaccines of which results have become available. There are eight more where the results

will come out in the next several weeks, among these are some excellent candidates,” Karim said.

Frontrunners in the vaccines race include Pfizer and BioNTech, Moderna, University of Oxford and AstraZeneca, and Johnson & Johnson.

Karim noted the main criteria that need to be met for the vaccine’s South African application.

“There is a vaccine that is a single dose and that is a big advantage for us, rather than having to get two doses. If you have a single dose, you need half the medical care infrastructure. If we choose one that is two doses, that will double the cost because we have to buy twice as many vaccines,” he said.

South Africa has used proteinbased subunit vaccines and already has infrastructure to roll-out appropriate Covid-19 treatments. A vaccine, midway through its clinical trial, developed by GlaxoSmithKline is one such treatment.

“We need vaccines that use platforms of technology we are familiar

with. We have our existing vaccine infrastructure that uses those same platforms, for example, the protein subunit,” Karim said.

The cost-factor, beyond the expensive two-dose option, remains a major concern for all developing nations, including South Africa.

Karim said this is why partnering with COVAX is the best option.

“We are not going to be buying a vaccine, for example, Moderna, which sells for R531 a dose. Instead, we will get the first doses of vaccines through COVAX and that will be sometime near the middle of next year,” said Karim.

He added that choosing must be based on safety and efficacy.

“There are three characteristics we need to weigh up; cost, ease of administration and storage, and the number of doses. It doesn’t help that people who are not familiar with the complexities of the vaccine selection process, think we want a vaccine now. That’s not going to happen,” Karim said.

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Masterminding service and product pathways – a career in logistics ‘The growth in the importance of logistics and supply chain management has grown in an exponential way,’ says Ruan Venter, Registrar at Boston City Campus. ‘In any industry goods need to be sourced, bought, stored and dispatched. This is even more important in a digitally run business. And with the current pandemic, online orders have soared as customers avoid stores. Efficient and effective management of all these processes remains critical to maintaining a reputation and brand in the business world.”

Ruan goes on to say that graduates who are equipped with a comprehensive and integrated knowledge of logistics will have doors open to them.

‘In the retail sector there are elements that must be almost perfect in order to remain competitive and efficient. These include customer relationship management, pricing, timing and delivery,’ he explains. ‘It makes sense then that logistics and supply chain management are critical competencies that contribute to creating customer satisfaction.

‘Delivering products/services at the promised time; place; cost, and in the agreed upon quantity and quality keeps the wheels turning in this business and career.’

So what does a job in logistics entail? The logistics sector ensures that goods are available to consumers when and where they need them.

When you register (online) at Boston, a chain is set in motion to ensure you get your academic material, notes, text books, registration pack - all at the right time and the right place – we have over 45 branches so this must be done right! Logisticians oversee important phases of a product’s life, including allocation, distribution, and delivery.

The demand for logistics is currently at an all-time high, so if you hope to find steady, high-paying work, this might be the career for you.

1. Job growth Logistics is a rapidly expanding field

Ruan Venter that experienced growth even in the height of the recession. Now, the field is even more promising. As the economy experiences a downturn, retail spaces close, and online markets have increased. Therefore so does the need for logistics managers.

2. There is a relatively low barrier to entry Logistics offers job-seekers the opportunity to secure well-paying work without an advanced degree.

3. Opportunities exist for promotion within logistics and within the company Upper management jobs will be available – make sure you can take advantage by continuing your studies and skills upgrades.

4. Work close to home.

Since warehouses require large spaces, many will be found outside of the very industrial or urban areas where rent is costly, and may be situated closer to residential areas.

5. Specialise in an industry Within the field of logistics, candidates can choose an industry that they enjoy such as medical, retail or books. Places of employment also can vary from big corporations, small business, and not-for-profit organisations.

6. Personal development of broad-based skills Many logistics practitioners remain in the field for a sustained time, but others use the skills they’ve gained to move into other fields.

Transferrable skills that will be developed in the field of logistics include forecasting, workflow optimisation, general management, and financial planning.

The Boston Higher Certificate in Logistics and Supply Chain Management will enable graduates to operate effectively in the workplace using a number of Windows based applications; Understand the implications of basic accounting and value analysis in the reduction and possible elimination of total cost of operations in an organisation: Apply different stock and materials management technologies in order to offer best service to both internal and external stakeholders: understand different sources of vendor information: apply logistics and procurement principles to manage forecasting and time.

Although steady employment and high pay may entice many individuals to find alternative careers from supply chain management, most choose to remain in the field because they find their work so rewarding.

For more details on a career in logistics call the Boston call centre on 011 551 2000, visit us on Facebook, or visit www.boston.co.za.

Online shoppers need to be wary of digital fraud this festive season

Shoppers warned against cybercrime Jenna Delport Information officer at Pay@ Nicho Bouma says this festive season there may be an increase in fraud, and advises consumers and businesses to be more security conscious.

“More people have been forced to enter the digital space this year due to the Covid-19 crisis. With many being new to the digital experience, they can easily fall prey to schemesters,” Bouma says.

To prevent becoming victims of cybercrime, he urges consumers to only use well-known digital channels when making payments, such as a banking site or app, trusted payment portal or mobile payment apps like SnapScan and Masterpass, where strict security protocols are in place.

For those who are nervous about using online channels over this time, he suggests they make payments at retailers like Checkers, Pick n Pay, Spar, Pep, and others.

“This way, they can pay using cash or a card, and won’t have to worry about exposing their banking payment details when paying their bills,” Bouma says.

He also encourages consumers to scrutinise their bills and look out for subtle differences such as mis-

spellings, a blurred logo or one with slightly different colours; the inclusion of different banking details; or a different email address with small changes, for example .com or .org instead of .co.za.

“People often fall for scams where the service provider has supposedly changed their bank account number.

If in doubt, call them to confirm the details on your account,” he adds.

Consumers are not the only ones at risk of fraud, with 60% of businesses reporting that they have experienced economic crime within the past 24 months. Bouma advises businesses to be extra vigilant at this time of year.

“By using a payment aggregator, for example, business owners and their customers are able to receive real-time payment confirmation, regardless of the payment option that may have been used, and can have the settlement of these payments guaranteed. Additionally, payments are supported by detailed transactionlevel reporting. While it has been a tumultuous year, I beg consumers and business owners not to let their guard down this festive season. Sadly, 2020 has impacted a number of people financially, who, in desperation to survive are turning to crime. Be safe and security savvy,” Bouma says.

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Council speaker conducts GBV master session Braamfontein – On Saturday City of Joburg Speaker of Council Nonceba Molwele recently conducted a master session for young women on gender-based violence (GBV) issues at the Joburg Theatre in Braamfontein.

Molwele said the event was inspired by that women, young and old, are faced with many challenges, including GBV. She identified the need to empower them on leadership values and principles, professionally, emotionally, psychologically and spiritually.

“Women have to fight discriminatory laws, institutions, and attitudes that restrict their leadership and full participation in public life.

Women face what is known as a second pandemic in the form of gender-based violence. This is exacerbated by that they are not yet part of the economic mainstream, and even more women remain relatively under-represented in positions of authority, though they make up over half of the population. I have had interactions with young women, listening to their horror stories such as rapes in broad daylight, hijackings, trafficking,” Molwele said.

She added that investing in young

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around gatherings ‘It is clear that in these entertainment activities, most participants are not constantly conscious of good behaviour. This means that our youth is not only exposing themselves to the risk of contracting Covid-19, but also put the lives of parents, grandparents and other loved ones living with comorbidities at risk.’

Council Speaker Nonceba Molwele

women’s leadership will change the trajectory of their future and that of their communities.

“As local government, we have the most direct impact on genderbased violence and femicide, and must ensure widened access of basic services especially to women,” Molwele said.

Among the guest speakers was Gauteng Community Safety MEC Faith Mazibuko, who said some men resort to violence because they feel intimidated by young women as they climb the ladder of success.

“Women should refrain from asking for cellphone passwords of their partners because it is one of the leads to GBV,” she said.

Johannesburg - Health minister Dr Zweli Mkhize has warned of the dangers of ‘super-spreader events’ after Covid-19 cases were reported after ‘rage’ events held to celebrate matriculation for some students.

He said in Johannesburg the events were scheduled for 12 and 13 December.

“We have identified a number of Covid-19 confirmed cases arising from these super-spreader events.

This means that if you attended any of these ‘rage events’, you are now regarded as a contact. We urge all the ‘rage’ attendees to immediately go into a 10 day quarantine period as per the Department of Health guidelines on quarantine and isolation. We also urge that all those attendants test for Covid-19; and encourage parents to take children who attended such events for testing as soon as possible,” he said.

Mkhize said large gatherings that involve the consumption of alcohol are a major risk, and undermine government’s efforts to contain the spread of the virus.

“Parents should exercise their parental prerogative and set boundaries on activities their children can participate in. It is clear that in these entertainment activities, most participants are not constantly conscious of good behaviour. This means that our youth is not only exposing themselves to the risk of contracting Covid-19, but also put the lives of parents, grandparents and other loved ones living with comorbidities at risk. It is also worth noting reports we have received that a few private hospitals in Durban now have full ICUs,” he said.

On Sunday South Africa reported 4 116 new coronavirus cases, taking the total reported cases to 814 565.

Health Minister Zweli Mkhize

Deaths had reached 22 206, a daily increase of 139, while recoveries climbed to 744 780, leaving the country with 47 579 active cases.

The country reported above 4 000 new cases a day during the first week of December, with the same levels that were last seen in August.

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Telkom introduces digital wallet

Telkom executive Sibusiso Ngwenya

Johannesburg - Telkom has launched a mobile payment solution called Telkom Pay Digital Wallet, or Telkom Pay. The platform is expected to allow users to pay others and get paid themselves using their mobile phone through the WhatsApp messaging app; to anyone on their contacts list. It also serves as a cashless Point of Sale (POS) payment option for businesses.

Telkom financial services managing executive Sibusiso Ngwenya says this is a financial services solution that caters for everyone, and easy to access through one’s phone at an affordable price for consumers and businesses.

“Our device insurance has been in the market for a number of years.

This year we launched funeral cover and our foray into payments further deepens our strategic intent to play a significant role in providing solutions that meet the needs of our customers, and contribute to economic inclusion in South Africa,” Ngwenya says.

He explains that users with WhatsApp can add Telkom Pay on the app, register and from there they can send or receive money by sharing a Please pay me with a contact, or using a cell phone number to send them money, respectively.

“For those reluctant to carry cash on them all the time, the wallet allows for easy payments by simply scanning and paying for goods with QR codes at their favourite stores.

Telkom Pay also allows customers

to buy airtime, data and electricity.”

He adds that to continue transacting on Telkom Pay, users must top up their wallets via EFT, Nedbank ATMs or at any Pick ‘n Pay stores.

One does not have to be a Telkom customer to access the platform.

Transacting through the Telkom Pay Digital Wallet only requires registration and funds in the account, and customers can link any bank card to the platform. Payments can be done anytime and will reflect immediately, he says.

“The digital wallet is a convenient and safe platform for anyone who wants to send family and friends money; needs to buy airtime, data and electricity; and wants to shop and pay for goods or services using one platform,” Ngwenya says.

Officers MA Malope, SM Nyawo, M Hlongwane, KL Mokgesi, TA Sebogodi, CM Malefatho, TI Monareng and CP Khumalo

Reservists on police induction in festive season Hillbrow - Eight Hillbrow SAPS reservists who have worked for 12 years have been appointed as trainees, according to communication officer Captain Musa Shihambe.

He said they have now success-

fully completed their modules.

“They were involved in duties that include attending to complaints and opening case dockets. They also assisted in the cells, escorted and guarded suspects in hospital; all

that without remuneration,” he said.

He added that they will be doing induction at Hillbrow SAPS during the festive season, until January 2021. “After that they will go to the SAPS College for basic training.

We thank Warrant Officer Zikalala for the good work as a reservist co-ordinator and their commander.

Lt-Colonel Parache and Lt-Colonel Mashele wish them all the best in their career,” Shihambe said.

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Innovators programme calls for applications Thirty SA and 30 UK young residents with forward-thinking entrepreneurial minds will be chosen to participate in the programme Johannesburg - The Global Young Innovators Programme has opened an opportunity for young South African entrepreneurs and innovators to gain support for their business idea, while tackling global issues, and applications are now open.

The programme is offered to 60 of the best young innovators and entrepreneurs in South Africa and the UK to come together to tackle some of the world’s biggest challenges.

Aimed at those aged between 18 and 30 with bright, early-stage ideas and/or founders of early start-ups, the primarily virtual programme will task applicants with co-designing projects to tackle five of the global challenges.

With the belief that worldchanging ideas can come from anyone, the programme was designed by #IdeasMeanBusiness and Innovate UK to remove barriers and create a performance driven-environment for young entrepreneurs to collaborate, generate impactful ideas, and take those ideas to market.

Thirty SA and 30 UK young residents with forward-thinking entrepreneurial minds will be chosen to participate in the programme and come together to ignite ideas and co-design solutions that can help solve challenges facing our global community.

The programme offers a five-day virtual boot camp; collaboration with bright young minds both in the UK and in SA; a three to nine programme, business support and mentoring; six-stage innovation webinar series; two-day pitch virtual training; access to seed funding at R200 000, for 15 of the best projects; access to industry leaders and innovation experts; and action plan, business plan and funding application.

Eligible applicants are South African residents aged 18-30 with a smart idea or an early stage or startup business, who are able to generate an idea or solution to solve one of five key global challenges and eager to collaborate with young UK innovators.

For more information visit https://events.newable.co.uk/ events/546/global-young-innovators-programme-south-africa.

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JoziPlug consists of eight chapters, focusing on African cuisine restaurants, cocktail bars, markets, parks, galleries, historic sites and buildings, and small businesses in the fashion and accommodation industry

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acebook has launched its first community city guide on the African continent, called JoziPlug.

The Johannesburg edition of the initiative has been compiled and cocreated by local Facebook groups, featuring unique and inspiring content about the city.

The JoziPlug is aimed at showcasing Joburg’s ‘hidden attractions to visitors and members of the local community, while supporting small businesses with their economic recovery’ in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, Facebook said.

The guide compiles the best tips and recommendations to some of the city’s attractions, known and unknown through the eyes of locals. Themed around exploring hidden attractions and ‘plugging’ people into the ‘rich and varied culture that the city has to offer’, JoziPlug consists of eight chapters, focusing on African cuisine restaurants, cocktail bars, markets, parks, galleries, historic sites and buildings, and small businesses in the fashion and accommodation industry.

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This is in recognition for its role in feeding the nation during the Covid-19 pandemic

Facebook public policy head Nomonde Gongxeka-Seopa

Southern Africa Nomonde Gongxeka-Seopa says Joburg is a city of diverse cultures and facets.

“We’re excited to have had this opportunity to work closely with the Department of Tourism, Facebook groups and local contributors to profile Johannesburg’s evocative art and fashion, culinary delights, historical sites and many more.

Three million South Africans are connected to a Facebook Group related to Johannesburg. What all these groups and local contributors who compiled the JoziPlug Guide have in common, is their unconditional love for their city.” Gongxeka-Seopa says.

Tourism Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane says it gives great pleasure to collaborate with Facebook to encourage South Africans to travel locally and safely during this time.

“We believe it will grow over the years to showcase more of our cities and vibrant offerings for both local and international tourists,” Kubayi-Ngubane adds.

The JoziPlug city guide can be found online as a free download on the cityguides.fb.com website.

High probability of load-shedding Johannesburg - Power utility Eskom has announced that there is a high probability of load-shedding between this period and September next year.

Eskom has been cutting electricity to many communities across the country in an effort to ease pressure on the constrained grid.

Eskom spokesperson Sikonathi

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Mantshantsha said while maintenance was under way at power stations, the risk of rotational power cuts is high.

“There remains a high risk of load-shedding during this period going all the way to around September 2021, when we will start seeing big improvements in the system,” Mantshantsha said.

Johannesburg - Pick n Pay has won the 2020 Mbokodo Humanitarian Award, which celebrates the outstanding role of businesses and their leaders in creating a platform for a progressive and cohesive nation.

At the awards on Friday Pick n Pay transformation director Suzanne Ackerman-Berman was recognised for her role in leading the company to develop an initiative that supported millions of South Africans who were left vulnerable during the Covid-19 lockdown.

Now in its ninth year, the Mbokodo Awards recognise the work that corporates and especially women have done, often against insurmountable challenges.

Mbokodo Awards 2020 host, Zanele Morisson said: “The corporate social investment (CSI) work Pick n Pay Group has done has been inspiring, and the pandemic truly served to shine the spotlight on why we need leadership with heart as the Covid-19 pandemic showed the extent of income disparities in our society.”

Pick n Pay launched its Feed the Nation campaign in April, which grew at such scale to see it register as a NPO, the Feed the Na-

tion Foundation, in June 2020.

Over the past eight months over 23 million meals have been distributed to a range of vulnerable communities, which included supporting more than 4 000 child-headed households.

At the awards event Ackerman-Berman said for over half a decade they have served communities surrounding their stores through short and longer-term initiatives to lead socio-economic transformation in the country.

“This includes developing small suppliers, providing food donations valued at over R70 million every year to various charities, our interventions in humanitarian crises, and supporting tomorrow’s leaders through the Pick n Pay School Club by making available much-needed educational resources, to name just a few,” she said.

She added that when the country went into hard lockdown, it quickly became apparent that more needed to be done as school feeding schemes closed and many lost their jobs.

“Feed the Nation started as a way

Pick n Pay transformation director Suzanne Ackerman-Berman

for us and our customers to support those left most vulnerable.

Pick n Pay executives donated parts of their salaries and our customers donated food and cash at till points. Thanks to our network and efficient supply chain, we could support welfare organisations and charities to further increase their reach. Our partnerships quickly grew and our Pick n Pay and Boxer Superstores staff worked alongside amazing organisations to pack and distribute food parcels to some of the most remote and rural parts of South Africa,” Ackerman-Berman said.

Man convicted for UJ student’s murder Johannesburg - Last week the Gauteng High Court found Dumisani Mkhwanazi guilty of killing University of Johannesburg student Palesa Madiba in August 2013.

Madiba was last seen at her friend Matshidiso Mkhwanazi’s home in Phiri, Soweto, seven years ago.

Her remains were found buried in a shallow grave at the house in 2015 after she went missing in 2013.

Mkhwanazi’s uncle, Dumisani Mkhwanazi was charged with the murder, defeating the ends of justice for burying Madiba’s body, possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition and theft of Madiba’s cellphone.

Judge Prince Manyathi said the State proved its case beyond reasonable doubt.

“State witnesses made a good impression on this particular court.

There was nothing improbable in their evidence that the court finds that they conspired to falsely implicate the accused,” Manyathi said.

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Mkhwanazi did not make a good impression.

“He has this particular tendency of introducing new evidence when he

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“Being recognised globally as a woman of excellence and for my work in women empowerment is confirmation I needed in my calling and purpose in leaving a legacy”

Historian Mbuso Khoza delivers the Isandlwana lecture in a previous event

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usician, historian and heritage enthusiast Mbuso Khoza is set to deliver the third edition of the Isandlwana Battle musical lecture.

The production looks at how the British army suffered humiliation at the hands of Zulu warriors just over 140 years ago, to be presented from 22-24 January at Soweto Theatre.

Accompanied by the Afrikan Heritage Ensemble, a 20-member acappella group, Khoza will again deliver the events of the Anglo-Zulu War, through narration, song and dance.

The Isandlwana Battle Musical Lecture sees Khoza presenting a gripping picture of the pressures of a war that drove both sides to a terrifying and bloody confrontation, and definitive history of the battle that has shaped the political fortunes of the Zulu people and the entire African population.

The lecture promises to articulate

particular aspects that the audience can take as lessons in modern day, and will help shape their understanding of what constitutes their philosophies as Africans.

The award-winning Khoza will regale the audience with intimate details of the national psyche in the runup to, during and the aftermath of this historical incident.

Khoza said the lecture is aimed at the history follower and a wider audience that needs to grasp the story effortlessly.

“Narrating such an eventful occasion can become boring and monotonous if done the traditional way of presenting papers, and that is why we are giving a lecture with a twist. This edition promises an even better experience where we’ll take the audiences down memory lane, we bequeath roots and wings for our children Woza mntanami ngikuxolele ezasendulo.”

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Mazwai says: “What we think of ourselves is shaped by what we expose our minds to. This story of African triumph is essential for any African parent who would like their child to have a mind that is aware that their own destiny is up to them, they can be the spear that defeats a bullet.”

The Isandlwana lecture demonstrates how Khoza weaves together the lives of Zulu patriots like Ntshingwayo ka Mahole and Mehlokazulu ka Sihayo and British soldiers such as Anthony Durnford and Charlie Harford, who were at the human heart of the savage and iconic Anglo-Zulu War, by examining the songs, Amahubo, composed during that age.

The production uses mainly song and narrative, going beyond the narrow focus on the Isandlwana battles.

Isandlwana Battle Musical is scheduled to run from 22 to 24 January 2021 at Soweto Theatre.

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Johannesburg - Best known globally for her role as Tamara in the Netflix series Black Mirror, actress Nambitha Ben-Mazwi is among the 50 recipients of the sixth annual international Women of Wonder awards.

The awards celebrate the achievement of women of excellence and empowerment in various fields.

Ben-Mazwai said the award reminds her of her true purpose in life.

Addressing her fans she said: “Being recognised globally as a woman of excellence and for my work in women empowerment is confirmation I needed in my call-

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ing and purpose in leaving a legacy. Mama gave birth and raised a Woman of Wonder, and daddy stays in awe of her. This win goes out to my family, the reason I am who I am today.”

Ben-Mazwai is best known globally for her role as Tamara in the hit Netflix series Black Mirror.

This year she landed a role in Beyoncé’s Black is King. On her role in Black is King she said she was a perfect fit for the job.

“For me, God is always in control; I don’t think these things just happen. That role was meant for me, and everything that is to come is ready.” Ben-Mazwi said.

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n Monday the SAFA National Women’s League awards ceremony was held at SAFA House, where winners Mamelodi Sundowns received R500 000 prize money and a glittering trophy.

The event was attended by officials who included SAFA president Dr Danny Jordaan, vice-president Gladwyn White, NEC members Natasha Tsichlas, Elizabeth de Koker, Letima Mogorosi, Thabile Msomi, Linda Zwane and club representatives.

Most of the Sundowns women’s team players also won several individual awards. Striker Hilda Magaia who recently played a major role in Banyana Banyana’s fourth COSAFA Cup, was crowned player of the season; while goalkeeper and captain Andile Dlamini won the goalkeeper of the season award.

Magaia and Rhoda Mulaudzi shared

the top goal scorer of the season award with 36 goals each, while Kananelo Taiwe landed the young player of the season title.

The runner-up, TUT received R250 000; third-placed Bloemfontein Celtic R150 000 and fourth-placed First Touch Academy R100 000.

Dr Jordaan challenged corporates to join hands in making sure that gains in growing the women’s game were not reversed. He said since the league was established numbers among audiences and participants were growing.

“The number of players plying their trade overseas has skyrocketed, and all women’s national teams are benefitting from this, as evidenced

by Banyana Banyana retaining the COSAFA title. The league can only grow from strength to strength and is an ideal vehicle for corporates to push their products through sponsorships,” Dr Jordaan added.

Hilda Magaia and Rhoda Mulaudzi shared the top goal scorer of the season award