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Commitment to help SMEs

survive economic crisis

The Covid-19 pandemic has made this problem worse. Some companies have used the crisis to extend payment terms and have asked SME suppliers to reduce fees; which is not sustainable for small businesses.

BLSA CEO Busi Mavuso

Johannesburg - In bid to ensure small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) survive the Covid-19 induced economic crisis, over 50 large companies have committed to pay SME suppliers within 30 days.

The initiative, called #PayIn30 is spearheaded by Business Leadership South Africa (BLSA), Business for South Africa (B4SA) and the SA SME Fund, supported by among others the Small Business Institute (SBI), Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) and the Black Business Council (BBC).

Transunion data points to 6,4% of formal SMEs going into bankruptcy, up 50% from last year, with 260 000 jobs lost and 240 000 at risk. The recession and pandemic have had a devastating impact on the approximately 2,5 million SMMEs accounting for 10,8 million jobs.

With a tightening economy, the benefits of the banks’ payment

holidays coming to an end, and the winding down of the Temporary Employer/Employee Relief Scheme (TERS), this is expected to rise to between 10% and 15% of small businesses going into business failure next year, with almost a million jobs lost and at risk.

Even before the crisis, one of the key pressure points for SMEs was access to working capital and cash flow.

The Xero Accounting’s survey in December 2019 found that 91% of SMEs are owed money outside of their payment terms, and 47% cite cash flow issues and late payments as two of the main obstacles to their growth. More than 20% of the SMEs struggled to pay their staff and suppliers, and were denied access to finance because of poor cash flow.

The Covid-19 pandemic has made this problem worse. Some companies have used the crisis to extend payment terms and have

asked SME suppliers to reduce fees; which is not sustainable for small businesses.

Corporate South Africa recognises that paying their SME suppliers in 30 days is one of the key levers for SMEs sustainability.

CEO of BLSA Busi Mavuso and steering committee member of B4SA, says: “#PayIn30 is aimed at institutionalising a culture of early payments of SMEs. Over 50 companies have committed to this campaign, and we expect this number to increase in the months to come. I am proud that our members recognise that we’re all in this together, and as corporate leaders we need to do our part to help our economy grow.”

CEO of Discovery Group, Adrian Gore and chairperson of the SA SME Fund, says: “Paying our SME suppliers early is a clear demonstration of a shared value approach to business. As a society, we need to start implementing

bold actions to grow our economy, preserve and create jobs. I believe entrepreneurs are a powerful force and an integral part of this rebuilding, we need to support them.

Hence I’m calling on my fellow CEOs to join us in this significant initiative.”

CEO of Kele Mining and a 2019 CEO Circle Entrepreneur, Jomo Khomo says this is a wonderful campaign to help small businesses.

“That will have a major impact on small businesses like ourselves who service large corporates. We don’t have the luxury of a ready supply of working capital or extended credit facilities, so cash flow management sits at the heart of our ability to succeed. Without this, we can’t retain a healthy credit rating, or pay our own creditors and employees on time. It’s really great to see so many CEOs standing up for smaller businesses. This is the type of ethical leadership we need in a crisis,” Khomo adds.

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careers new world and new you preparing for a future that matters

By Natalie Rabson on behalf of Boston City Campus You can’t predict the future; none of us foresaw this pandemic that’s for sure! But data experts can strongly recommend what job you should pick for a successful future.

When looking for one of the best jobs of the future, two considerations will be crucial: What jobs are or will be well-paying? And what jobs will expand dramatically as the world recovers from Covid19? There was already a tendency for redundancy as certain jobs were being phased out due to new tech and IT innovations. We need to upskill and upgrade our CVs. Have a look below at the jobs with the strongest and weakest growth rates (Using data from the USA Bureau of Labour Statistics), as predicted over the next 10 years.

The 10 best jobs for the future include: App developer, Computer systems analyst, Nurse practitioner, Physical Therapist, Health Services Manager, Market Research Analyst, and Personal Financial Adviser.

These predictions take into consideration a world post Covid19, providing a good salary, as well as the job having manageable entry requirements.

The 10 worst jobs for the future mention such careers such as floral designer and furniture finisher, door to door sales person and gaming cashier. Not coincidentally, these jobs cannot be done remotely, and also many involve handwork and craft work that may eventually become automated.

Says Jerome Van Der Merwe, Branch manager at Boston, “It’s up to the learner to stay ahead of the curve by ensuring they acquire valuable skills, staying relevant in their workplaces by learning to operate the new tech.”

“Automation has helped us operate

Jerome Van Der Merwe in Covid-19 world, it’s that education can help people adapt to a new world of remote learning, remote working, and digitization of jobs,” he says.

Computer systems analysts analyse data processing problems to develop and improve computer systems. With 53 000 new positions projected by 2026, and an average salary of up to a R700 000 per year, IT seems a great place to start to develop a lucrative career.

Software systems developers develop operating systems, and network software. The projected new positions for developers are double that of computer analysts in the USA. A growth is predicted in the need for physical therapists who help patients recover from illnesses and injuries, indicating that this is a position that cannot be automated. And the same goes for elementary teachers.

Computer and information systems managers plan, direct, and coordinate computer systems. With a Systems Development Diploma or Network Systems Diploma from Boston under your belt, you are looking at entering one of a projected 43 000 new jobs by 2026, and an earning potential starting at close to R200 000 per year.

An alternative to studying a medical degree would be to study business and then enter the medical industry as a Medical and Health services manager. With the explosion and regulation of healthcare services and medical insurance there is a need for these graduates to plan, direct, or coordinate health services.

Accountants and auditors examine, analyse, and interpret accounting records. Projected job opportunities are huge as these graduates can slot into almost any business not only to do the books, but also to successfully run the companies. The Boston Bachelor of Accounting will set you on this career path successfully!

Financial managers direct financial activities at organizations. With a large earning potential, there are many positions available for a graduate with financial skills – nearly double that of IT developers!

General and operations managers plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of organizations. With the Boston BCom in Marketing Management, because it has specialisations in both marketing as well as financial management, you are all set to start off in a business and eventually grow into directing its operations.

Jerome concludes that there is an appropriate career for every learner, and believes in matching skills and interests to your career path. “This is the formula for success. A motivated student becomes an ambitious graduate,” he says.

Call 011 551 2000, visit www.boston.co.za

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Africa’s mobile cyber crime challenge Jenna Delport

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n mid-2020, Upstream’s Secure-D anti-fraud platform revealed that the total number of malicious mobile applications doubled in the first quarter of the year.

The analysis found 29 000 malicious apps (14 500 in 2019), a 55% spike in fraudulent transactions and increased volumes of infected mobile devices.

The company also revealed that some smartphones were being sold with malware already pre-installed on the system; malware that allowed for the devices to subscribe unsuspecting users to services that would result in high data usage and charges.

SVP of content strategy at KnowBe4 Africa, Anna Collard says this problem, coupled with low levels of consumer awareness, puts people at risk.

“In the KnowBe4 Security Culture Report 2020, we found that there is limited consumer understanding and awareness of cyber threats and security in Africa. If you add this to the fact that Africa is likely to see around a billion users come online in the next two years, it’s clear that there is a huge risk. Many of those going online are doing so for the first time using their mobile devices, and have no idea that personal details can be stolen, accounts hacked, or data used for fraudulent purposes,” Collard says.

Adding weight to the problem, many people use second-hand devices or old feature phones that can’t be updated. Often, the devices are so old that there isn’t even an update available, leaving them open for attack.

“Africa has a low level of awareness and many people use old or second-hand devices that may be already infected. Africa has the biggest footprint for mobile payment and financial transactions in the world. Cy-

KnowBe4 Africa’s Anna Collard

bercriminals are well placed to focus their attention on mobile banking Trojans and malware, making this a ticking time bomb that needs an urgent solution,” Collard says.

According to the IMF, sub-Saharan Africa is the only region where nearly 10% of its gross domestic product is generated through mobile money.

People use their mobile devices for salaries, payments, bills and shopping; a ticking time bomb, indeed.

“If people understand malware, Trojans and cybercrime, they will be able to identify why their data has spiked or devices are behaving strangely.

They’ll know what to look for and will be able to make informed decisions around their financial behaviour and device security. Collaboration between the telecommunications providers, financial institutions and security industry is needed to address this challenge head-on,” Collard says.

Billions of people are finally coming online, joining the ranks of those who can bank, live and learn online.

This is an essential step for any society looking to ignite innovation and entrepreneurship.

There needs to be a focus on education and training that provides everyone with the understanding they need to combat the risks intelligently.

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Spike in house robberies

Over 2 000 new corona virus cases detected

About 97% of robbers are armed; on average an armed robbery gang has four members; the average age of a house robber is 19 to 26 years; an average of 30% of house robbers have either committed murder or won’t hesitate to commit murder.

Expert warns against pinning hopes on the Covid-19 vaccine announced last week Johannesburg - By last Saturday evening South Africa’s Covid-19 deaths stood at 20 206, after 53 more were recorded, according to the Department of Health.

In a statement the department said the cumulative number of detected Covid-19 cases was 749 182 by Saturday evening, with 2 267 new cases detected.

“The cumulative number of tests conducted to date is 5 110 384 with 23 497 new tests conducted since the last report. Regrettably 53 more Covid-19 related deaths have been reported,” the department said.

Meanwhile Wits University vaccinology Professor Shabir Madhi warned against pinning hopes on the Covid-19 vaccine announced during the week.

“The chance of SA getting a significant volume of the vaccine in the next few months is extremely unlikely. The most highly optimistic projection is that we would be fortunate to get any by the end of

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the second quarter of next year,” he said.

Madhi said the announcement

by Pfizer and BioNTech that their vaccine is 90% effective is exciting because other vaccines using the same target may also show similar efficacy.

He also called for the banning of this season’s matric rage parties.

“I would consider it criminal and utterly irresponsible if government allowed them to continue. In the context of Covid-19 the organisers should be held accountable for the resurgence of infections,” he said.

Madhi’s comments came in the wake of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Covid-19 update last week, in which he also repeated the warning against large gatherings.

Johannesburg - Security company Fidelity ADT has reported an alarming rise in the number of armed house robberies across Gauteng during October and November.

Fidelity Services Group executive Wahl Bartmann said they recorded 20 incidents in the south and east of Johannesburg, with Alberton, Springs and Turffontein recording the highest numbers of armed robberies. There have been nine recorded incidents in the north of Johannesburg, three of them residential robberies and the others commercial robberies.

“In Pretoria there has been 15 incidents from October to date; five of them commercial and eight residential. In more outlying areas we recorded 10 incidents, seven commercial and others residential,” said Bartmann.

He said that all of the incidents involved armed suspects.

“We know that traditionally eight out of 10 residential robberies are committed using information from domestic workers and former employees. Home and business owners need to be aware of the importance of vetting staff very carefully. We recommend homeowners particularly use a specialist placement consultancy who can do the necessary background checks,” he said.

In 2016 the UNISA School of Crim-

inal Justice conducted research into understanding and preventing house robbery. Although the survey is almost four years old some of the findings are still relevant, Bartmann said.

Some of the key trends identified include that robbers monitor the home for as long as two weeks; most attacks occur between 19:00 and midnight as people are relaxed, sleeping, cooking or watching TV and the security systems and beams are not activated.

Robberies can continue until 4:00; 97% of robbers are armed; on average an armed robbery gang has four members; the average age of a house robber is 19 to 26 years; an average of 30% of house robbers have either committed murder or won’t hesitate to commit murder.

“Security measures like electric fences, detection beams and Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) are still key deterrents to crime, as are pets.

For homeowners small dogs that sleep inside the house are seen as a deterrent. How secure your neighbourhood is, is also a meaningful factor. If robbers are scouting carefully they will view regular patrol and a strong neighbourhood watch system as a good reason to move on,” Bartmann said.

Information published by SAPS and Stats SA last Friday shows that crime is down across most categories across

Fidelity executive Wahl Bartmann

South Africa. Robberies, be it of cash-in-transit or at residential premises, were some of the only crimes to increase over the period.

Police Minister Bheki Cele said as we approach the festive season, criminals are trying to make up for the time lost during the first quarter of the financial year.

“This is demonstrated by the increase in the country’s most feared crimes, residential robberies. While many citizens are working from home due to the Covid-19 lockdown, incidents of home invasions have increased by 8.5%. On the other hand business robberies have declined by the same percentage,” Cele said.

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Young designer wins talent contest Johannesburg - Multidisciplinary designer Katlego Tshuma has been named the winner of the Nando’s Hot Young Designer (HYD) Talent Search Competition for 2020. The winner was announced on 11 November at a creative showcase event held at Constitution Hill in Joburg.

The competition asked young designers from across the country to design a seating solution in the time of social distancing; one that could also be easily adapted once the pandemic subsides, and serve as an emblem of the resilience of the African spirit.

For his entry, Tshuma looked to the traditional African mat for the inspiration behind his winning Sangu Bench. Sangu is the xiTsonga word for a traditional African grass mat.

“The Sangu Bench is inspired by the organic forms found in the movement and shape of the traditional grass mats which have been used across African cultures as carpets, mats, screens and room dividers. Throughout the research and design of the bench, I kept true to the brief by creating areas that allow for two people to sit and still maintain social distancing. I created isolated areas on a bench by incorporating the traditional mat as a divider and back support,” Tshuma said.

Creative director of the Nando’s Design Programme, Tracy Lynch said: “The standard of entries for the HYD Benchmark competition was very high. We embarked on a

The winning Sangu design

HYD winner Katlego Tshuma

thorough judging process, which included an initial round of local SA design industry specialists and senior Nando’s design-focused team members.”

The judging process saw members of the design and creative communities from various countries assess entries over two rounds, narrowing the entries to a shortlist of 22, and then down to the top 10.

The local panel included Steve Smith and Annemarie Meintjies of Visi; and Tracy Lynch, Michael

Spinks, Jo Skelton and Malibongwe Tyilo of the Nando’s Design Programme. International panelists included respective heads of design for Nando’s UK, USA, Canada and Australia.

“Katlego won because he had the highest total points, which means a majority of the judges recognised the brilliance of this piece. From my perspective, Katlego won because his design was one of the most unique, jaw-droppingly beautiful, brave pieces of design entered,” Lynch said.

Ashlea Joubert, Nando’s Australia’s head of design said: “The calibre of bench designs made judging quite a challenge. Each bench was special in its own right and you can see the thought and passion that has gone into every design to achieve the brief and a beautiful outcome.

It’s exciting to think these will be available to use in Nando’s restau-

rant designs to add to the authenticity of the spaces.”

The proceedings were coupled with the official launch of Constitution Hill’s new Flame Studio recording hub, which will be used by musicians who have been nurtured and developed by Nando’s.

Nando’s support of the local design industry has allowed many a fledgling career to take flight. With its restaurants worldwide showcasing the best of South African art, craft and furniture design, and a strong design trade network, the company also nurtures new and undiscovered talent.

All the finalists for the contest attended a mentorship session hosted

by Nando’s in early November this year, where they benefited from the experience of established design industry professionals, as top local designers shared their insights, approach to design and advice.

Outreach graduate launches business Uyapo Majahana

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Priscilla More

graduate of the Outreach Foundation, Priscilla More, has launched a salon in Hillbrow.

The five weeks course she attended deals with manicures, pedicures, acrylics, gel and also covers introduction to entrepreneurship, financial literacy, self-awareness and job preparedness.

More said her salon Botle Botlhe, located in Edith Cavell Street, caters for both men and women, but the emphasis is on men because it is a

niche she wants to exploit, as more men get open to personal grooming.

“Personal grooming has been a preserve for women, but this has to change. We want this place more welcoming for men who might want to try it out. Nail polish doesn’t have to be involved; it could just be a clean-up,” she said.

She said she thinks men shy away from such etiquettes because they do not want to associate with what may lead to their sexuality questioned.

More said she always wanted to do beauty but couldn’t afford it.

“When I had

an opportunity to get funded to do a course, and to pitch my business plan, I was thrilled,” she said.

Outreach Foundation project manager Johan Robyn said there are several other courses people can utilize to change their lives.

“We will continue with innovative ideas to bring sustainable change to the communities. Our vision is to create a prosperous Johannesburg inner-city that inspires South Africa through an integrated educational, skills development, arts and psychosocial programmes,” Robyn said.

The Outreach Foundation also provides artisanal skills and plumbing, Robyn added.

Criminals desperate to cash in over festive season Johannesburg – Last Friday police announced that as the country approaches the festive season, criminals are desperate to cash in to make up for lost time during the first quarter of the year, when the lockdown curtailed their activities.

Police Minister Bheki Cele said this could be seen in the uptake in some of the country’s most feared crimes such as residential robberies, with home invasions increasing by 8.5%.

He also raised alarm about cashin-transit (CIT) heists.

Between July and September, police recorded 24 more CIT heist cases as compared to the previous quarter.

Cele said police needed to do more to clamp down on the crime, which sometimes claimed the lives of community members.

“There have been breakthroughs in taking down some of these criminal syndicates, and recouping some of the stolen money,” he said.

He is confident that progress is being made as the Tactical Response team and other agencies closed in on CIT robbers in Ekurhuleni in September. He also commended the Hawks for arresting suspected robbers and masterminds of commercial crime in Joburg recently.

Five injured as bus crashes into concrete structure Denver - On Tuesday morning five people were injured after a bus crashed into a concrete structure in Denver.

It was not clear what caused the accident earlier.

ER24 spokesperson Russel Meiring said those injured had been rushed to hospital. “On assessment it was discovered that two people were trapped inside the concrete structure while three others were found outside. The Johannesburg Emergency Service managed to rescue the two people from the structure,” Meiring said.

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Anxiety group calls on distressed youths Johannesburg - The South African Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag) has called on young people who might be battling emotionally to use of the resources available before it gets too late.

Sadag said call volumes have remained high throughout this year.

This is while some organisations said they noted increase in depression, anxiety and suicides during exams.

The Covid-19 lockdown has had a severe impact on students this year and many are still struggling to catch up to ensure they pass examinations.

Sadag operations director Cassey Chambers said call volumes doubled Native Nylon’s Portia Dhlamini and Milisa Mabinza of Khula Lula

Funding for black women entrepreneurs launches Ishani Chetty

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outh Africa’s first solely black woman-owned private equity fund for underrepresented tech start-ups has officially launched.

Called Khula Lula, it is the country’s first black woman owned private equity fund. The microfinancing venture capital has also just made its first investment of R200 000 into Native Nylon, an upcoming fashion eCommerce startup.

Founded by Milisa Mabinza, a University of Johannesburg alumni, it aims to address the gap of South African women involved in early-stage entrepreneurial activity, by bolstering female entrepreneurship and underrepresented tech startups.

Mabinza points out that Khula Lula’s focal point is black women founded tech start-ups.

“It has been important to pursue this path because we need more catalysts for change in the venture capital landscape, prioritizing the funding of black women founders,” said Mabinza.

In addition, the new micro financing fund will address the disproportionate capital funding opportunities available to young black women-led start-ups in the tech field.

Mabinza explains that Khula Lula aims to address the existing challenges faced by black entrepreneurs and female entrepreneurs in securing funding.

“I think the only way to revolutionize the private equity landscape is by tearing down the systems that excluded us for the longest period and build new ones on our own terms. This is why I have been defying the status quo by creating a micro financing angel and venture capital fund for black women funding black women; because we need funding structures that are for us by

us. That means changing the models and metrics of existing models to fit our needs, our ecosystems, and our ability to scale. If Khula Lula could achieve this with just one business we fund, then that would be my most fulfilling work,” she says.

The first official investment for Khula Lula is Native Nylon, founded by entrepreneur Portia Dhlamini. The new micro-financing fund will work closely with the black woman-owned tech startup as Native Nylon launches into the online retail market.

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since the Covid-19 lockdown, but there had not been a surge since the start of the examinations.

“During this time when there has perhaps been an increase in stress and anxiety, all eyes are focussed on students who are writing exams. It has also been an incredibly difficult year for adjustments, and we have to connect with teenagers and check in,” Chambers said.

Sadag said a range of factors are at play when it comes to suicides, and stressed that learners must be made aware of resources that are available to help them.

“You could do counselling at school,

Sadag’s Cassey Chambers

with a psychologist, a house doctor or a psychiatrist. If not sure where you can get assistance call the Sadag suicide crisis helpline 0800 567 567, which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week,” Sadag said.

Commission hears about fake prophets Braamfontein - On Monday the CRL Rights Commission heard how some church leaders fake their prophesying for personal gain.

Ordained pastor and once fake prophet Ramabulana Makhado testified about so-called evil spirits, which he used to instil fear in his followers. He also explained to the commission how some prophets

raped their church members.

“Others are being raped by the same cult leader, but it does not look like rape. Some people tend to have dreams being intimate with the leaders and next day they start having sexual desires for the cult leader,” Makhado said.

Former fake prophet Jay Israel, who is now reformed, told the com-

mission how he used to rob people.

“I would say I have these powers and I want you to give me your car, and so many people gave me cars and money,” he said.

Israel added that he stopped doing this last year, and warned South Africa about false prophets, saying some churches have turned into money-making schemes.

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Expo explores constructions of female identities Johannesburg - The Joburg Contemporary Art Foundation (JCAF) has opened its inaugural exhibition, which runs up to 30 January 2021.

The expo, titled Contemporary Female Identities in the Global South explores multiple constructions of female identities by five artists, Nandipha Mntambo and Berni Searle (SA), Wangechi Mutu (Kenya/ USA), Bharti Kher (India), Shirin Neshat (Iran/USA), whose practices are embedded in the Global South.

The exhibition is divided into three areas or worlds. The first is configured around the Fall, a realm where the natural and human worlds meet.

The animal-human hybrid figures represent the second world of the exhibition. Hybridity refers to the mingling of species, races or cultures, a crossing of one thing with another.

This is meant to provoke a response in the viewer, who must consider the relationship between themselves and other, different subjectivities.

In the third world of the exhibition, the viewer is reminded that the body is real and embedded in race, religion and identity.

JCAF exhibition curator Clive Kellner says the significance of an exhibition of black women artists in the context of current world events is more relevant than ever.

“As issues of race and gender have

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oburg Theatre in association with Joburg City Parks and Zoo and City Power present the second annual Festival of Lights from 22 November to 3 January 2021.

The festival marks its second year, and will present a line-up of live performances including music, ballet, dance, Christmas carols, Opera, food and night market at the Bandstand.

Joburg Community Development MMC Margaret Arnolds says: “It has been a challenging year for us and I encourage patrons to come out wearing masks and keeping a social distance, while enjoying the tranquil offering Joburg Theatre has compiled.”

This year the festival has added new features to join the animal sculptures, together with illuminated trees within the zoo, combined with live entertainment.

The festival kicks off with performances from two-time SAMA nominee, Timothy Moloi and the Joburg Ballet from 22 November at the Joburg Zoo. Festival-goers can expect an exciting and informative performance from the People’s Theatre from 1 to 6 December. The People’s Theatre promises to bring sparkling fun for all ages.

Joburg City Theatres CEO Xoliswa Nduneni - Ngema says: “We are thrilled to present the festival once

Sculptor Nandipha Mntambo

become so politicised and polarised, hybridity may represent a productive line of enquiry for understanding our national, communal and individual identity formations. The exhibition design presents three other-worldly or dream-like spaces, connected by metaphorical bridges that draw attention to the constructed-ness of the environment,” Kellner says.

Lorraine O’Grady expresses this conceptual framework of identity bridges.

“My childhood placed me at a distance from wherever I stood and required me to always build a bridge to some other place. One had to be several things at once, both Caribbean and New England, both African American and West Indian, both black and white, and to daily negoti-

Nandipha Mntambo makes cascading sculptures moulded from cowhide suggesting the human figure.

ate the differences,” she says.

For further information or to view a virtual tour of the exhibition visit the website www.jcaf.org.za.

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again; we embrace social distancing and Covid-19 regulations and promise a highly entertaining, world-class programme. Festival of Lights offers a unique family festive experience in a safe and nocturnal environment.”

From 8 to 13 December, audiences will enjoy hip-hop dance from the Art of Dance; followed by Tribhanghi Dance Company from 15 to 20.

The week of the 22nd will feature a singing Christmas tree with Sempre Orchestra and choir. Festival goers will be treated to Christmas vibes all round until 27 December.

The festival will wrap up with a festive market from the 31st and 1 January; followed by performances from Shef and the Kitchen Music, and Bongi Mthombeni, an award winning stage performer.

For more visit www.joburgtheatre. com or call telephone 0861 670 670.

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ombined young talent and experience played a role in last weekend’s Banyana Banyana defence of their Cosafa Cup title, which culminated in them beating Botswana 2-1 in the final at Nelson Mandela Bay stadium.

The tournament started on 3 November, making it the first to be staged in Africa since the Covid-19 outbreak.

Banyana coach Desiree Ellis said she combined young talent with experience, and introduced a different team to the tournament from what South Africans expected.

Banyana sought a fourth successive title, and showed determination as they finished top of Group A undefeated, without conceding a

goal. They then knocked out Malawi in the semi-finals to book their place in the final against Botswana.

Banyana striker Sibulele Holweni finished as the top goalscorer, while Hildah Magaia won the Player of the Tournament accolade.

Ellis expressed joy as she looked back to the first day she selected the squad, dominated by youngsters, and how they worked hard to make it to the final and win.

“We consistently challenged the players about making their mark in this tournament. During the cooling break and halftime we reminded the players that the game was not over, and also about the game plan. This is a young team, they will learn and grow. When the final whistle went, we were just proud of this group of players,’’ coach Ellis said.

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