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Global manufacturer opens Joburg branch

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Johannesburg - A global French company which manufacturers, develops and distributes lubricants for engines and the industry says it has identified Africa, including South Africa, as a key focus area in its long-term growth strategy.

In a statement the company, Motul, said opening of its distribution centre in Johannesburg represents another vote of confidence in one of its most important markets.

It added that by addressing past supply issues and raising the pros-

pect of its oils and lubricants being produced locally, Motul strives to demonstrate its willingness to invest in Africa.

Motul area manager for Southern and Eastern Africa Mercia Jansen says increased stocking levels and enhanced stock control measures address one side of the coin. “In addition, we announce a new partnership with supply chain specialists Megafreight, precisely what was needed in order to close the circle.”

Megafreight is the largest South

African privately-owned logistics provider and has been at the forefront of the freight forwarding and customs clearing industry in South Africa for almost 40 years.

According to Motul, this makes them the ideal partner as the company continues to grow its footprint in Southern and Eastern Africa.

In order to reach all parts of the continent and ensure that its products are available from Zimbabwe to Somalia, Motul intends to pursue further partnerships with additional

specialised distribution companies across the continent.

Jansen says with the new partnerships they will demonstrate commitment to every corner of Africa.

“Africa can be a demanding environment for motor vehicles and we believe that our products deliver the performance and protective capabilities required to keep this continent moving forward. This is an exciting new phase for Motul; not only in South Africa but throughout Africa,” Jansen says.

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UJ launches intelligent systems programme ‘Serious challenges in society and industry; such as fraud-prevention, better water resource management, efficient and inexpensive energy, advanced education and better healthcare’ are some of the challenges IIS aims to tackle more effectively’ Sibahle Malinga

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Ansonette Potgieter of receiving a certificate from Andre Smit Group Exec of Novus Print

Woman climbs ladder in men’s world Own Correspondent

Ansonette Potgieter, Novus Print independent sales consultant is one of the most respected sales executives in the printing business, despite the industry being male-dominated.

The climb up this corporate ladder wasn’t glamorous. “What I have learnt throughout my career working in the male-dominated areas of media sales and printing, is that if you work hard and you deliver, men respect and accept you.”

Potgieter studied a BComm at the University of the Free State. When she completed her degree, she applied for a bookkeeping role at a prominent newspaper in the area, but HR soon realised her talent for marketing and sales, and offered her a position in the sales division.

“I faced a steep learning curve early on in my career. I was appointed as a Classified Sales Manager for a newspaper in March 1996, which at the time was dominated by older men. I was about 26 years old and had taken over the reins from a senior and well-respected man. I think the rest of the team found it hard that not only was I a ‘youngster’ but also a woman.”

When she moved to Johannesburg in 1998, she was appointed as a regional sales manager for Pretoria News, where she achieved record sales for the newspaper at the time,

and was promoted within a year and a half.

“I had a very understanding female boss, who gave me the freedom to push the boundaries and achieve more than what was possible. I knew very early on that I didn’t want to be put into a box, and this worked in my favour.”

She attributes much of her sales success while at the newspaper to the fact that her team was mostly female, and they didn’t let their gender roles stop them.

Potgieter then moved with her family to Kwa-Zulu Natal where she was appointed by the Natal Witness as the General Manager of the Coastal Region, and in 2013 she moved from media advertising sales to printing when she was appointed by Novus Holdings, one of South Africa’s leading printing and manufacturing companies.

“When I joined, I had to be creative in how I found clients as many of the sales leads were taken. I did not let the fact that I was female stop me; I went to many of the independent cash and carries in areas that may have been perceived as unsafe for women; normally it would be men to find these leads. I brought on new business this way.”

Potgieter believes that customer service needs to be exceptional in order to maintain business today.

“If I am not customer-focused I

won’t survive in this industry. Print is print, and price is price, which means that to survive a tough market, you need to offer something unique and different,” says Potgieter. “We regularly give clients updates on delivery times, dates and are willing to bend backwards to accommodate a customer. Exceptional customer service means going above and beyond what is expected.”

She gives the example of how one of her clients needed to have a leaflet printed and delivered the day before the Easter weekend. However, the material was late which impacted on the delivery times.

“We arranged for the leaflet to be printed and delivered overnight.

We worked throughout the night to get the job done, and I was giving the clients updates at 11pm and throughout the night. We delivered at 6am on Easter Friday, and it was a night without sleep, but it was worth it. Today this is a lifelong client, because of how we delivered when it mattered.”

“I love the media and passionate about the way a newspaper smells, and the touch and feel of a magazine. I have seen how the landscape is changing, but I have also seen requests for more niche titles and magazines, and I believe that there is much, much more opportunity in this industry,” Potgieter says.

he University of Johannesburg (UJ) has launch the Institute for Intelligent Systems (IIS), as part of its strategy to drive its Industry 4.0 skills development initiatives.

In a statement the institution said establishment of IIS seeks to provide a more optimistic vision for the future of human-machine collaborations regarding augmented human intelligence. “The IIS will bring together ICT industry academics and researchers, intellectual leaders and experts to help develop innovative ways of integrating South African thought and research through leading-edge sciences, technologies and engineering.”

The IIS is UJ’s flagship Institute for Global Excellence and Stature, which was originally established in 2016 to operate through three main facets; academic development, strategic research and enterprise development.

In its academic facet, the institute will deal with the development of multidisciplinary taught and online programmes for postgraduate qualification and continuing professional development. It also has ongoing research in strategic focus areas aligned to Industry 4.0.

The enterprise facet works with industry and government entities in solving their problems, using stateof-the-art innovations, according to the institution.

The director of the Institute for Intelligent Systems Professor Babu Paul said the institute provides a space for Masters and PhD students to collaborate with ICT industry experts, to develop projects that address current and emerging challenges in the South African context.

“SA continues its transformation journey as it responds to the disruptions and opportunities of the technological revolution. The transition sees the country emerging with a dual role; stimulating Industry 4.0 and embedding digital transformation initiatives into everyday operations. In this context, the role of research and innovation towards a coherent, fact-based response to

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4IR can never be overemphasised,” Paul said.

He added that the institute is pursuing several collaborations and partnerships, with the aim of breaking the silos hindering integration between government, academia, industry and other relevant stakeholders.

The institute offers a Masters in Artificial Intelligence, Masters in Financial Engineering, and short learning programmes in Computational Intelligence.

Its research in strategic focus areas aligned to Industry 4.0 includes cyber physical systems, optimisation, predictive maintenance, controls and communication.

“Some of the innovative solutions that have been developed include a data-free Android mobile app called ‘Hear it Loud’ which is a sound amplifier for people with a hearing impairment. We have also developed digital time-tables, which are placed on large liquid-crystal display screens outside the university’s classrooms. We have also built a drone from scratch, which is aimed at inspecting Eskom’s power lines. The drone project is at finalisation stage,” Paul said.

Together with the Technology Transfer Office, the institute foresees the generation of start-up support, providing students with development support that will see them commercialising their projects.

IIS also hosts the Centre for Telecommunication, which is focused on conducting both fundamental and applied research on cuttingedge topics in information theory, powerline communication and visible light communication.

“Serious challenges in society and industry; such as fraud-prevention, better water resource management, efficient and inexpensive energy, advanced education and better healthcare are some of the challenges IIS aims to tackle, using a combination of big data and intelligent systems designed to analyse, act and improve life. These systems create new opportunities for industry and business, and new experiences for consumers,” Paul said.

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UJ hosts gender violence march ‘Conversations about the role, importance, and respect of women and children should not be restricted to Women’s Month’ Gaby Ndongo

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he University of Johannesburg (UJ) hosted a silent march against violence across its four campuses on Monday.

The march was part of nationwide protests against gender-based violence sparked by the murder of UCT student Uyinene Mrwetyana.

Angina Parekh, member of UJ’s executive committee, said the marchers denounced the use of

Part of the UJ march against gender based violence.

power to perpetuate inequality, discrimination and abuse against women, queer people, and children.

Speaking after the march at the Auckland Park campus, Parekh said conversations about the role, importance, and respect of women and children should not be restricted to Women’s Month, August.

“For the rest of the year we are silent, and what we are saying today is that it has to stop,” Parekh said.

The march, with some of the protesters carrying posters inscribed “My body, my right”, “Human rights belong to everyone” and “Not in our name”, took place during the university’s Diversity Week, which

seeks to promote equal treatment.

Members of the university’s Auckland Park student representative council (SRC) handed a memorandum of demands to the university executive, demanding the suspension of classes until issues such as the safety of students living off campus is addressed.

Pic: Gaby Ndongo

Other demands included self-defence classes at the institution, and also safety kits that include pepper sprays.

“Students fear for their lives.

How are they supposed to study when they are being kidnapped and raped?” asked Mxolisi Ngwenya, acting SRC chairperson. GroundUp

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High Court declares Rica Act unlawful Judge Sutherland found that the legislation failed to provide procedures for notifying a subject of interception of their communications

Africa’s Most Influential Women in Business and Government and Titans: Building Nations, recognition for African leaders took place at the Hilton Sandton, on the afternoon of 23 August 2019 The awards are the leading African recognition programme honouring excellence in the private and public sector. The programme covers 23 economic sectors and has for the past nineteen years independently recognised those leaders who are at the pinnacle of their industry.

“Nominees undergo a rigorous multitiered judging process,” says Annelize Wepener, Chief Executive, of CEO Global. “The highest possible standard is maintained throughout the judging.

Those individuals whom have been recognised as winners in their field can be assured that they have truly excelled.”

The SADC South leg of the recognition programme is the first part of CEO Global’s recognition programme that takes it around the continent to 8 regions.

In each of these regions, country and regional winners are identified.

The regional winners automatically qualifying for the Continental Awards ceremony to be held in Johannesburg on 30 November 2019, where the continent’s leading man and woman from each of the 23 economic sectors will be selected from the regional winners.

According to Annelize, CEO Global’s recognition programmes dispels the notion that Africa has a paucity of innovative and progressive leadership talent. “There are tremendously inspirational stories at core of each winner’s professional and

personal life story. I am really very privileged to interact with these individuals.

They deserve the admiration and respect they are afforded, particularly Lifetime Achievers who have often been absolute pioneers in their field.”

She also has words of encouragement for finalists: “To be recognised as a finalist is an achievement in its own right.

You are without a doubt on the right path and we hope the recognition you have enjoyed spurs you on to greater things.”

The mission of the awards is to identify and recognise Africa’s most influential male and female leaders. The nomination process for the Awards is an open process with no professional body affiliation required. Nominations are obtained from the business community and individuals during a nomination window which opens on 1 September and closes 31 December each year.

The judging panel comprises leading figures from the business and public sector that have excelled in their own right and understand the demands made upon contemporary leaders.

The judging process consists of three tiers and is comprised of 24 representatives from across Africa. None of the judging panels are remunerated for their work and CEO Global extends its sincere thanks to all the judges for the work they have done and the time they have sac-

rificed to make the programmes a success.

Broadly speaking the judges look for candidates who have made an impact on the profitability/sustainability of their organisation or that of their employer; played a leading role in the development of their sector; willingly developed those around them and invested of themselves in the upliftment of communities.

Boston City Campus’s Dr Linda Meyer, Dean: Institutional Advancement was selected this year as the both the regional winner as well as the country in the Education & Training-Private sector awards.

The final awards will be held on the 30th of November 2019. Says Dr Meyer, “I have worked in various industries, Education allows me to develop not only myself but my staff, and those we serve as well. It’s a phenomenal experience to be able to be involved in the upliftment of our learners in a meaningful and academic way that will lead to increased success and employment for the thousands of learners that we support on an annual basis.”

While Dr Meyer’s purpose is simply to work daily to increase the benefits that graduates and students receive, and to ensure compliance with academic requirements and regulations, Boston is incredibly proud that she has received recognition for her efforts that have a direct impact on so many lives.

Johannesburg – On Monday the High Court declared that the Regulation of Interception of Communications and Provision of Communication-Related Information Act (Rica) is unlawful.

The ruling followed a court battle brought by investigative journalism unit amaBhungane in 2017, after its journalist Sam Sole’s communications were targeted by state surveillance while he was reporting on corruption investigation against ex-president Jacob Zuma.

The case related to the NPA’s decision to drop corruption charges on the former president.

Right2Know and Privacy International joined AmaBhungane’s case against bulk surveillance as friends of the court.

Judge Roland Sutherland said the legislation was inconsistent with the Constitution, as it failed to provide appropriate safeguards to deal with the fact that the orders were granted ex parte, or in the interests of one side only.

Judge Sutherland found that the legislation failed to provide procedures for notifying a subject of interception of their communications.

“The legislation is invalid to the ex-

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tent that it failed to prescribe proper procedures when state officials were examining, copying, sharing, destroying or storing information that had been intercepted.”

Meanwhile new sections have been added to the Act, which included informing the person under surveillance.

In future, when a surveillance order was sought, an agency also needed to disclose to the judge when the person was a journalist or a legal practitioner.

Sutherland also found that the Act failed to prescribe an appointment mechanism for a designated judge to ensure independence of the judge.

He declared that validity of the judgment be suspended for two years for Parliament to rework the legislation.

During the sitting Judge Sutherland also declared that the bulk surveillance activities and foreign signals interception undertaken by the National Communications Centre were also unlawful and invalid.

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Kidnappers pose as cops Tsakane - Four suspects posing as police officers allegedly kidnapped a man and demanded ransom money from his family, and have been arrested, according to police.

Police spokesperson Captain Kay Makhubele said the four suspects were taken into custody after identifying a suspicious vehicle that was parked at the Tsakane police station last Friday.

He said upon approaching the vehicle, the officers found five occupants, one of whom later confirmed to have been kidnapped and robbed of cash earlier that day.

“Police seized the vehicle the suspects were travelling in, two firearms, one of which was unlicensed, a police appointment card and other SAPS-issued items, including handcuffs and a blue light. It was also revealed that the suspects were allegedly demanding thousands of rands from the family of the kidnapped victim in exchange for his safe return,” Makhubele said.

The suspects have been charged with impersonating police officers, possession of an unlicensed firearm, kidnapping, robbery and extortion, and more charges could be added, Makhubele said.

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Business summit explores options Sandton - A wide range of topics were addressed at the recent CMO Summit at Leaderex; held at the Sandton Convention Centre.

The summit noted that Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other technologies are changing the way organisations work; and to be successful in this new way of work requires more than just implementing new technologies.

Topics included data science, digital skills, disruptive technology customer experience, and more, all providing marketers with knowledge and inspiration.

With AI the buzz word of the moment, the AI and Automation talks were filled to capacity.

Uber director of business development Justin Spratt warned the audience to be aware of over-hyping AI. “Hundreds of different concepts, from machine learning to algorithms, make up AI. Scientists are of the opinion that it will take us from 20 to 100 years to get to full AI. It’s not only science that makes me say that; AI faces a number of blockers from cost to regulation and privacy issues,” he said.

Brian Lewkowicz, a partner at Ernst & Young focusing on intelligent automation within IT advisory services, said many of these blockers are also the biggest risks involved when it comes to AI. “Cost is a particular concern as no one wants to

A session during the summit

sink a ton of money if there is no benefit. Companies must make the right choices when it comes to AI.” Despite this, AI is still the biggest digital priority in South Africa for companies over the next five years.

“Most SA companies are using AI to transform products, services, employees and customer experiences using machine learning, advanced analytics and algorithms and playing with bringing these together.”

He believes the customer is the next viewpoint for organisations when it comes to AI. “While everyone talks about customer experience, the reality is that customer experience in SA is average,” said Lizette Akker, managing executive at IQ Business.

She attributed this to companies

obsessing over their competitors.

“Core of business is the purpose of business and that drives people to the business. Look at your culture and see if it is still serving your business well.”

To deliver value to the customers, she recommends placing employees first and customers second. “Employee experience drives customer experience.”

Quinton Pienaar, customer engagement and sales force at PwC South Africa agreed with this. “Engage the heart and soul of the employees and customers. Employees work in a new way and how do you engage them to do this while you want more customers to fill baskets? Companies measure outcomes and impact, that is profit and revenue, but they do not

look at all the pieces to get you there.

You need to measure what you spent to create the customer experience.”

Building on this, Collin Govender, group executive, shared services at Altron, said: “Digital transformation without impact on your organisation is useless, so ensure you have systems and processes in place when you start your journey.”

He was drawing on lessons Altron went through when it transformed its organisation and culture.

“Simplify your message and avoid jargon, get the management and board on board, and keep people at the centre. You will have to reorganise your team. There is a new way of work and people need to work differently. Training and more training is essential,” Govender said.

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The company’s Leanne Pechey and Billy Lascaris

Group expands its Joburg footprint Johannesburg - On the back of being awarded a three-year Standard Bank contract as an official activation agency of choice, Matriarch is continuing its phenomenal growth trajectory with a primary focus on expanding its footprint in Gauteng.

The Johannesburg expansion will be headed up by marketing industry heavyweight Billy Lascaris, the son of legendary adman Reg Lascaris.

Having initially started his career in the legal profession, Billy went on to work at below- and above-the-line agencies in South Africa, the USA and UK before beginning his career in the experiential and sports/entertainment space.

Since 2000 he has worked at the world’s leading experiential sports agency, Octagon, and co-founded two specialist agencies in the form of Matchworld and RE Experience Architects/ Openfield. With 22 years of experience he is one of South Africa’s leading practitioners in this space.

Lascaris says: “I am excited to join this vibrant, creative agency that shares the same values as me in delivering captivating and effective work.

The experiential marketing space is an amazing field which provides the real-world anchor for digital interaction. With the further expansion of digital platforms and channels, experiential will be crucial in physically connecting with

consumers to develop deeper more meaningful brand relationships. These relationships can then be sustained and nurtured further via digital to convert customers and entrench loyalty.”

Matriarch’s managing director Leanne Pechey said she is also excited about Billy’s new role in heading up the Johannesburg Matriarch team.

“Being in the experiential space means we are constantly evolving and innovating to meet the needs of our clients’ customers and the millions of consumers we engage with annually. This growth and evolution are also intrinsic of our own brand and company. We believe that within the Gauteng region there are multiple opportunities where we can assist brands and clients to reach the consumer within modern and traditional channels. I believe Billy is the right man for the job with his through-the-line background matched with our history of collaborating with above-the-line (ATL) and digital agencies,” Pechey added.

Matriarch has earned themselves a formidable reputation with clients that include Woolworths, Beiersdorf, Pioneer Foods Standard Bank and Unilever.

The enhanced Johannesburg Matriarch offering has been active from 1 September 2019 to meet client objectives in a disruptive, engaging and effective way. BizCom

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Seven life jail terms for killer rapist Johannesburg - On Monday the South Gauteng High Court sentenced a murderer and serial rapist to seven terms of life imprisonment.

The man, Joao Ntima, 42, also known as Joseph Nzimande, was sentenced on four counts of rape and three counts of murder. He was also found guilty and sentenced to 15 years imprisonment for each of four counts of robbery with aggravating circumstances, and five years jail for kidnapping.

Police spokesperson Captain Mavela Masondo said Ntima operated in Ekurhuleni between 2014 and 2017.

“His continued evil deeds ended in August 2017 when dedicated detectives from Gauteng Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit, together with Crime Intelligence, hunted him down and arrested him,” he said.

In 2017, Ntima lured three women aged between 24 and 44 to the crime scenes under the pretext that he would offer them jobs as domestic workers. He then raped, robbed and killed them.

“There are two surviving victims who were lured in the same way in 2014. A 27-yearold woman was raped and robbed, while a 29-year-old woman was kidnapped and robbed in the company of her child, a four-year-old son,” Masondo said.

Captain Mavela Masondo

He added that Ntima is also linked with a pending case of robbery and rape in Mpumalanga; and also has a previous conviction of robbery with aggravating circumstances and possession of unlicensed firearm where he was sentenced to over 20 years jail.

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Traffic pointsmen to be back Residents, motorists and Outa had been complaining about unmanned traffic intersections since the pointsmen were withdrawn when the OUTsurance contract expired Johannesburg - Traffic pointsmen will soon be back to help manage traffic congestion after the City of Joburg extended their contract.

City manager Ndivhoniswani Lukhwareni said the city was engaging the service provider of the OUTsurance pointsmen to extend the contract on a month-to-month basis for a period not exceeding six months.

“We apologise to our residents for the miscommunication regarding this issue and any inconvenience and frustration caused by traffic congestion in their absence,” Lukhwareni said.

Many residents, motorists and the Organisation Undoing Tax Abuse (Outa) had been complaining about unmanned traffic intersections in an around the city since the pointsmen were withdrawn when the OUTsurance contract expired.

Outa said the city agreed to extend the Traffic Freeflow contract until a permanent solution is found. The awarding of the tender to the winning bidder took a long time, with the process expiring on August 31.

OUTsurance could not operate

without a contract extension, as that would be contravention of the law.

Traffic Freeflow operated traffic flow in Joburg and Tshwane municipalities, a free service with the cost borne by OUTsurance.

Lukhwareni said JMPD would increase its efforts while the contract extension is being finalised.

“This is nearing the finalisation of its competitive bidding process to appoint private partners to enhance traffic management services in the city. The City of Joburg prides itself on being transparent and accountable. We are committed to informing the public once this process is completed and request patience during this process. We work within a highly regulated environment and even though this is a free service to the city, due process in terms of our supply chain management policy must be followed,” he said.

Outa’s regional manager Michael Holenstein said they received complaints from motorists and their supporters and were urged to take up this issue with the municipality.

“The city engaged with us. Although this issue shouldn’t have

occurred, we appreciate the way in which the city embraced our requests and acted upon them. This sets a good example for how the municipality should act on issues raised by residents, and in a timely fashion,” Holenstein said.

He added that his organization would engage the city on broken traffic lights and state of the roads.

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Cultural activist launches

contemporary creation At the heart of this book are issues of cultural appropriation, exclusivity, fusion or hybridisation and Afrofusion Bridget van Oerle & Sneziwe Dube

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Cultural activist Sylvia Glasser

fter years of research, writing and creating, Sylvia ‘Magogo’ Glasser, cultural activist, dancer, teacher, choreographer, mentor, social anthropologist and writer, has committed to print a ground-breaking publication documenting her approach to the creation of a theatre dance work, Tranceformations The work was produced in 1991 with dancers from Moving into Dance (MID) company, based in Newtown.

The book will be launched on September 28 during Heritage

Month at the John Kani Theatre, Market Theatre precinct, and will include a performance of the dance work by MID. This is a unique opportunity to witness San Rock Art interpreted through dance, purchase this ground-breaking publication and meet Glasser, a living legend and recipient of the Order of Ikhamanga Silver and a Knighthood from the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

The trance dance and healing ritual depicted in ancient Southern African rock art, as well as the transformative powers it embodied, inspired the creation of Tranceformations.

Dance, social and cultural an-

thropology, archaeology and history, are woven into the story of Glasser’s journey of research, discovery, dilemmas and decisions that led to the creation of a ground-breaking contemporary theatrical creation, new South African aesthetics and the empowerment of historically marginalised African dancers.

At the heart of this book are issues of cultural appropriation, cultural exclusivity, cultural fusion or hybridisation and Afrofusion.

Through a National Arts Council (NAC) grant 100 copies of this book will be distributed to underresourced schools and arts com-

munities throughout South Africa.

Veteran South African theatre journalist and author of Body Politics: Fingerprinting South African Contemporary Dance (2018), Adrienne Sichel says this heritage publication is a major addition to dance pedagogy, dance writing and literature.

“The text and illustrations, which have academic gravitas, provide access to chapters of South African history and art-making in an articulately accessible form. The writer’s profound activist legacy is now, thankfully, also enshrined in print,” Sichel says.

Visit www.theartchive.co.za for more information about the event.

Handmade fair to offer varieties of crafted products The event is renowned for being a site where shoppers can pick up unique, exquisitely crafted goods that exemplify the growth of the luxury artisanal industry in South Africa and across the African continent Marang Setshwaelo Patrons view some hand made items during a previous event

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ver 100 exhibitors are confirmed to be showcasing and selling their wares at the upcoming Handmade Contemporary Fair (HMC) at the Hyde Park Corner rooftop from 11–13 October.

The three-day event is set to be an impressive display of fashion, home ware, jewellery, beverages, body and bath products, and accessories from across the African continent.

The event is renowned for being a site where shoppers can pick up unique, exquisitely crafted goods that exemplify the growth of the luxury artisanal industry in South Africa and across the African continent.

Themed Memories and Dreams, the 2019 edition of the HMC sees the return of some favourite vendors, as well as new players in the market.

HMC is also a great opportunity for the discerning shopper to stock up early on festive season gifts.

The range of merchandise on offer ensures that fair-goers are spoilt for choice; there is literally something for everyone, with the additional benefit that the goods in question are

exceptional, memorable and distinctive.

The HMC expects an excess of 14 000 patrons over the three days of the market. For those who prefer a more laid-back vibe, the market also allows fair-goers a chance to take a break from the shopping, sip on a craft cocktail or a chilled glass of wine, while enjoying the cuisine on offer, and taking in Johannesburg’s legendary sunsets and views from the rooftop venue.

Jewellery lovers will be delighted with the wares on display. Kenya based Adele Dejak makes a return with her trademark bold pieces, while the craft gin and fine wine sections will be populated with the likes of Autograph Distillery and Silvermist Vineyards.

On the fashion side, Missibaba, Mami Wata, Mille Collines, and Matsidiso Shoes will all have a presence. Beyond that, a dizzying selection of lifestyle products will all be available for sale, from homeware décor such as candles and ceramics, bath and body products, clothing accessories, craft beers and a wide range of restaurants.

Tickets for the fair are currently available online at Webtickets, in Pick’n Pay retailers and will also be onsite at Hyde Park Corner.

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Heritage masterclass for youth This is part of his Jazz for Young People concert series, which employ warmth and humour to introduce key musical concepts and other jazz fundamentals Ano Shumba

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merican jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis will host a masterclass for young people at Walter Sisulu Square in Soweto on 24 September.

The workshop will be held ahead of his Standard Bank Joy of Jazz performances at Sandton Convention Centre on 26, 27 and 28 September.

Grammy winner Marsalis will be with his 15-piece Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra (JLCO) at the workshop.

Invited schools and ensembles include the Music Academy of Gauteng, Morris Issacson Music Centre, Tshwane School of Music, the Johannesburg Youth Orchestra Company, Thaba Jabula Secondary School, Central Joburg College and the Wits School of Arts.

“This Heritage Day the Standard Bank Joy of Jazz will host a show for young people from different music schools and backgrounds. JLCO with

Wynton Marsalis will present an interactive performance and interactive lessons for Gauteng youth,” Joy of Jazz organisers said.

Marsalis’ trip to Soweto is part of his Jazz for Young People concert series, which employ warmth and humour to introduce key musical concepts and other jazz fundamentals. The series is offered each year, specifically for school groups visiting the Lincoln Centre in New York.

Joy of Jazz producer Mantwa Chinoamadi said: “We are inviting schools and young people to register to be part of this ground-breaking workshop and get to experience the legendary Wynton Marsalis and the Jazz at Lincoln Centre Orchestra live sharing knowledge on music. This is a rare opportunity, and we would like to thank Marsalis for availing himself for this before their three performances at

the main festival to interact and engage with our youth. The registration process has begun and we would like to encourage everyone to go to our website and be a part of history.”

Interested individuals can visit http://www.joyofjazz.co.za.

Tswalo is a body of poems constructed to fragment a narrative carried in physicality and voice

US jazz trumpeter Wynton Marsalis

Award winning production debuts at Market Theatre The production played to critical acclaim in South Africa, Namibia, Germany and Scandinavia, and comes back to Johannesburg at the Market Theatre from 2 to 27 October at The Barney Simon Theatre Lusanda Zokufa

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ward-winning Tswalo makes its debut at the Market Theatre from 2 to 27 October.

Tswalo, is the winner of the Standard Bank Ovation Award, Cape Town Fringe Fresh Performer Award and Cape Town Fringe Fresh Creative Award for Directing.

In Tswalo, the performer’s expression of his spiritual “source” gives the audiences the baton to walk through their own paradigm of ontology.

The poetry, prose and physical storytelling furnish us with the necessary tools into a deep meditation.

Tswalo is a body of poems constructed to fragment a narrative that is carried in both physicality and voice.

It is placed in a timeless space of existence, which explores the primary themes of being, chaos and beauty, blood and birth, love and war in the same frame. It combines ritual, physical storytelling and

heightened text to create new distinct theatrical language as a way of reconstructing and deconstructing the orthodox and the traditional chronology of telling stories.

The multi award-winning production has played to sold-out houses and received great reviews and rapturous responses such as “This is what theatre should, and can be.”

- Weekend Special, “Mystical made manifest” - The Critter, “WorldClass performance...” - theatre scene CT and “Tswalo is intelligent theatre” - artscomments.

The production played to critical acclaim in South Africa, Namibia, Germany and Scandinavia, and comes back to Johannesburg at the Market Theatre from 2 to 27 October at The Barney Simon Theatre.

The delightful and masterful work is written and performed by Billy Langa with direction, dramaturgy and design by Mahlatsi Mokgonyana; in collaboration with awardwinning composer and sound designer John Withers.

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Thousands to participate in heritage run Johannesburg - Thousands of runners are set to commemorate Heritage Day by participating in the fourth FNB Joburg 10k CityRun on 24 September.

Stillwater Sports director Dezroy Poole said they partner the City of Joburg in the event; which will start at FNB Bank City.

“Runners and walkers will be treated to a 10 kilometre journey that will highlight iconic landmarks and feature performances by a host of Joburg’s leading performing arts groups. Hosting a mass participation road run in the city centre is a massive undertaking,” Poole said.

The City of Joburg granted the event access to an abundance of

services including logistics, venues, safety, and security.

“We value the positive impact the City of Joburg has on the FNB Joburg 10K CityRun; and cannot wait to host a memorable event on National Heritage Day.” City of Joburg Community Development MMC Nonhlanhla Sifumba said the City’s mandate to promote quality life starts by being fit and healthy. “The event allows Joburg residents to par-

Some of the runners in the previous event

ticipate in a world-class event on home soil. It boosts sports tourism in the inner-city of Joburg, while highlighting that the city is progressive, easily accessible and safe to visit. Our main goal is to bring sport opportunities to the people, encouraging citizens to be active and experience the inner-city of Joburg with its rich

history and landmark sites.”

The run will lead participants past historic landmarks that include Museum Africa; Mary Fitzgerald Square; Braamfontein Cemetery, where national anthem composer Enoch Sontonga is buried; and Constitution Hill.

The run will end at the Mary Fitzgerald Square in Newtown.