Taxi Magazine : National Taxi Alliance edition

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The National Taxi Alliance Members Special Edition In support of

SOUTH AFRICA'S BEST SELLING TAXI OWNERS MAGAZINE

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Sept/Oct/Nov 2016 Edition #10

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CHAIRMAN’S FOREWORD “TOWARDS GROWTH & ECONOMIC PROSPERITY IN THE SOUTH AFRICA TAXI INDUSTRY” safety is the responsibility of all of us, and not only the National Taxi Alliance.

There is a growing focus on a system of public transport that is reliable, safe and comfortable, and which responds adequately to the demands of passengers. National Taxi Alliance has welcomed all of the voices within the public transport arena, and in particular, the growing confidence of commuters in the transformation of the taxi industry environment.

Even though the old and non-roadworthy state of the taxi fleet is one of the major contributing factors to road accidents, the role of reckless drivers who do not respect the rules of the road and the rights of other road-users, should not be underestimated. It is necessary as well to focus on the role played by taxi drivers in taxi operations.

Commuters have the right, at all times, to travel in safety and in comfort, with operators expected to deliver high levels and quality of services.

It is the responsibility of Government and traffic authorities to keep operators on their toes and ensure that they respond adequately to passenger demands.

Taxi magazine is such an initiative striving to enhance road safety.

Objectives: Taxi magazine is placing special emphasis on further educating those drivers who are committed to providing quality service in roadworthy vehicles, while driving safely and with courtesy.

Taxi magazine communicates the key message that road

Taxi magazine is also aimed at improving the image of the taxi industry by prioritizing the empowering of taxi bosses as well as customer care.

Taxi drivers are motivated not only to respect their passengers, but respect the rights of pedestrians as well.

Taxi magazine posed opportunity for partnerships between business and private sector to invest in the taxi industry "and help develop skills".

The National Taxi Alliance believes this publication contribute immensely towards stemming the carnage in South Africa's roads.

The National Taxi Alliance has emphasized that this publication continues to demonstrate its commitment to promoting safety driving and the social upliftment of both its members and their respective commuters.

We continue to seek new partners who share our Alliance's vision and who will contribute to our continued growth and prosperity.

Francis Masitsa Chairman

PUBLISHER’S FOREWORD There is a growing focus on a system of public transport that is reliable, safe and comfortable, and which responds adequately to the demands of passengers.

Government has welcomed all of the voices within the public transport arena, and in particular, the growing confidence of commuters in the transformation of the public transport environment.

The efforts to provide quality public transport are not only efforts undertaken by the Government, but also independent initiatives and partnerships by commuter organizations, community based organizations, business associations and public transport operators to complement the efforts of Government.

Even though the old and non-roadworthy state of the taxi fleet is one of the major contributing factors to road accidents, the role of reckless drivers who do not respect the rules of the road and the rights of other road-users, should not be underestimated. It is necessary as well to focus on the role played by taxi drivers in taxi operations.

Commuters have the right, at all times, to travel in safety and in comfort, with operators expected to deliver high levels and quality of services. It is the responsibility of Government and traffic authorities to keep operators on their toes and ensure that they respond adequately to passenger demands. By providing an incentive to safety conscious drivers we can enhance both the safety of minus commuters and other road users sharing the roads with minibus taxis.

Taxi magazine is such an initiative striving to enhance road safety by addressing and rewarding road safety amongst our minibus taxi drivers!

OBJECTIVES The aim is to impact on taxi driver behavior by reminding them of their responsibility to commuters and the larger community.

The magazine is placing special emphasis on further educating those drivers who are committed to providing quality service in roadworthy vehicles, while driving safely and with courtesy.

Taxi magazine communicates the key message that road safety is the responsibility of all of us, and not only the Government This magazine is also aimed at improving the image of the taxi industry by prioritizing the training of drivers in advanced driving skills as well as customer care.

Taxi magazine initiative posed opportunity for partnerships between business and private sector to invest in the taxi industry "and help develop skills".

I personally believes this publication will contribute immensely towards stemming the carnage in South Africa's roads.

TAXI DRIVER REACTION Readers of Taxi magazine have made important comments and even suggestions on how they have - and wish to continue to enhance road safety: “I believe it starts with oneself, when you treat people with respect and ubuntu, you will gain respect as well. Training alone will not make you a better person but you need to show willingness to work with people and learn from them...”

“Set goals for yourself and have a vision, including being professional about your work as you want other people to take you and your work seriously. During Public Transport Month we need to ensure those few (people) who will be using our transport (taxis) are not tempted to going back to using their own cars but rather show what a convenient means of transport taxis can be…”

“My wish is to see all taxi drivers including owners receiving training particularly with 2015 coming to have a positive mind and attitude….”

“Taxi organisations and taxi owners should encourage their drivers to do advance driving courses to improve their driving skills and prevent road accidents…”

“I have learnt new things. For example I have learnt that when you drive on a rainy day, you should be very careful and try to ensure that there is a (proper) distance between your car and another one.”

“It is critical that all drivers adhered to traffic rules because they are dealing with people's lives…”

“Taxi drivers like to drive fast on the roads. I think they should be careful and ensure that commuters reach their destinations safely.”

“I will do my best and try to be the best taxi driver on the road from now on. I have learnt so much and will carry on trying…”

“I hope this competition will not stop here but continue to encourage all the taxi drivers out there…”

TAXI MAGAZINE ADVERTISER REACTION Sarah - TaxiStyling I would thoroughly recommend advertising in the Taxi magazine.

As a small business, we were sceptical about the initial financial outlay but it has certainly been worth it. The phone hasn’t stopped ringing since! We are a small business and the fact that we advertise on a regular basis in this popular and established magazine gives our customers confidence that A Perfect Solution are here to stay. Loyiso and the team have been full of help and advice and have helped immensely with the initial design of our advert.

David – Taxi Parts Dealers Each time the Arrow Advertiser is posted out there is an immediate increase in the number of telephone enquiries which more than pay for the advertising. Also I find people have cut out my advertisement and it is pinned on a cork board when I visit.

Good value advertising.

Taxi magazine continues to demonstrate its commitment to promoting responsible consumption and the social upliftment of both taxi drivers and their respective commuters.

Taxi magazine is the only publication in the country that features positive worthy news and articles about the South African taxi industry, our constant goal is to surpass the success edition of the previous quarter edition.

Until next time, drive safe.

Sincerely yours,

Loyiso Ngavu

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Publisher Loyiso Ngavu loyiso@jozi-media.co.za Editor Justice Mashaba justice@jozi-media.co.za

Durban Adverting Executives Thabo Mdluli, Mark Harries and Khaya Maseko durban@jozi-media.co.za

Directors: Loyiso Ngavu, Chantal Kruger & Tony Ramaphosa

Sales Manager Malama Changala malama@jozi-media.co.za

Special thanks to: Minister of Transport Office: Ms. Elizabeth Dipuo Peters Contributors: National Taxi Alliance, SANews.gov.za, National Department of Transport, Arrive Alive, Babalwa Buthelezi, Nick Sally, Gordon Clive, Phinah Ramalepe, Sfiso Ndebele, Kobus Venter, Rob Dickson, and Vusi Khumalo.

Creative Director Nipun Garodia Chief Operations Officer Phinah Ramalepe phinah@jozi-media.co.za

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LETTERS TO THE PUBLISHER The editorial team welcomes readers’ letters but reserves the right to edit them for publication. Please send your messages to: 011 036 2977 RESPECT

ACCIDENTS

"I believe it starts with oneself, when you treat people with respect and ubuntu, you will gain respect as well.

Training alone will not make you a better person but you need to show willingness to work with people and learn from them..."

“Taxi organisations and taxi owners should encourage their drivers to do advance driving courses to improve their driving skills and prevent road accidents…”

Gxabhashe (Soweto)

RAINY DAYS

DRIVE SAFE

"Taxi magazine taught new things. For example I have learnt that when you drive on a rainy day, you should be very careful and try to ensure that there is a (proper) distance between your car and another one."

"Taxi drivers like to drive fast on the roads. I think they should be careful and ensure that commuters reach their destinations safely."

Jafta (KZN)

Lucky ( KwaMashu)

Fostar (MTN Taxi Rank – JHB)

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ON THE ROAD “I will do my best and try to be the best taxi driver on the road from now on. Taxi magazine taught me so much and will carry on trying…”

It is my pleasure to subscribe to such a wonderful magazine. It is so evident that this magazine is owned by and employs people of high morals and standards... this does not go unnoticed!

Mshengu (Mamelodi)

Sfiso Zakhele – Cape Town

UBUNTU "I believe it starts with oneself, when you treat people with respect and ubuntu, you will gain respect as well.

Training alone will not make you a better person but you need to show willingness to work with people and learn from them..."

Dukashe (Cape Town)

Loyiso, I want to thank you from the bottom of my heart for all of the hard work that you have put into this new venture of yours. It is so much a reflection of who I see you as. You have truly been blessed with talents that touch so many people in special ways.

God bless you, Mdu Masase - Pretoria

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The National Taxi Alliance (NTA) is a South African group body of Affiliated independent national, provincial, regional and primary taxi associations. The primary objectives for which the NTA was established for, are to promote and defend the interests of its members and to on an ongoing basis articulate its members hopes and aspirations, economically and socially.

NTA prides itself in its solid Constitutional internal democracy which guides its principled value system guiding the election, decision making and conduct of its leaders and representatives at various levels of interaction with government and corporate.

Through our commitments and dedication to our service and safety programmes we aspire for the best service and safety records for our best deserving clients.

We have committed ourselves to independently work closely with government to enact and implement enabling pieces of legislation. We equally work closely with corporate to ensure that corporate products produced for consumption by the taxi industry are not toxic and are in effect contributing to the growth and development of the industry.

It is with greatest pleasure and excitement to announce the NTA Burial Scheme for members, drivers and administration staff at all levels of the organisation. The scheme will be effective from 01 July 2016 and NTA structures, members and their staff are invited to participate. Scheme membership fee is R350,00 per annum, payable before the 30th June 2016; the membership fee is valid for 12 months renewable before the 30th June every year.

Funeral Benefit payable on death of: A. Member R20,000,00 B. Spouse R20,000,00 C. Children aged 14 years and over

R20,000,00

D. Children aged 6-13 years

R7,500,00

E. Children aged 1-5 years

R4,000,00

F. Stillborn to 11 months

R2,000,00

Scheme membership fees must be deposited into the NTA Burial Scheme bank account below and the deposit slip together with the application form/s must be submitted to the NTA office for the issuance of a scheme number and the official receipt.

NAME

: National Taxi Alliance Burial Scheme

BANK

: Nedbank

BRANCH

: Carlton Centre

ACC. NO

: 1124508228

Definitions Child: The member’s natural or legally adopted child (including a posthumous child of a member); provided such is under the age 21 years and unmarried. A married child or a child who has turned 21 may continue to qualify as a child if he suffers from a defect of mind or body.

Where possible, we would encourage bulk deposits and submissions for expeditious administration procedures.

A married child or a child who has turned 21 may continue to qualify as a child up to and including the age of 25 years if he or she continues in full time education.

Stillborn: A child will be regarded as a stillborn child if death occurs after the 26th week of pregnancy but, before a live delivery.

Spouse: A person who is married to the member.

Marriage: A union recognized as a marriage in accordance with any law or custom, including: A customary marriage concluded in accordance with customary law.

A union recognized as a marriage under the tenets of any Asiatic religion A permanent life partnership: provided that NTA receives satisfactory proof that a permanent Life partnership had been established in which the partners to such relationship had been living Together for at least the last six months.

Negotiations are at an advance stage with the NTA Burial Scheme underwriter for the inclusion of members over 70 years of age and for an optional scheme with benefits of R50,000,00 or more per claim.

Should you have any queries regarding the above subject matter, please do not hesitate to contact us.

CK FMCG is a dynamic new player in the retail industry and has taken to being the Sales and Marketing arm to ATM Africa’s market compliant brands. CK FMCG strives in making an exciting and an informative change to the Tobacco industry. Time has changed and so have consumers’ needs which CK FMCG aims to deliver in a wholesome package.

CK FMCG introduces to the local market the CK Platinum and CK Silver range of cigarettes that is set to take the South African market by storm. These brands are manufactured locally in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal to the highest international standards and we pride ourselves on supplying the market with quality products at affordable prices. The Company is committed in supporting local employment and adding value to socio-economic upliftment.

Products CK Cigarettes (Full Flavour, Light & Menthol) CK Dual Cigarettes (Purple & Menthol, Mint & Menthol) CK Refillable Lighters CK Water CK FMCG is viciously marketing the above CK brands into the local and international market.

CK water entered the South African market via Aquafest 2015, Durban’s popular bi-annual beach festival. A young, vibrant and refreshing brand had announced its arrival onto the local scene in no small way. Youthful energy packaged in a bottle, this exciting brand has already carved a niche in the market with all the dynamism it deserves.

Participation at Trade Shows is a huge plus for the brand as well as the Company. It is at these shows that our fantastic give aways from Lighters, Pens, shopping bags, Metallic Cigarette Holders to Beach balls leaves a lasting impression on everyone that visits.

attracting informal trade at the lower end of the market into the formal retail sector and capitalizing on the opportunities presented by the country’s steadily expanding black middle class.

Key facts and figures Year established: 2016 No of staff: 23 Major clients: Pick n Pay, Masscash, Food Zone, Checkout, Spar Turnover and/or capacity: +/- R 6 750 000.00 (Based on 1st month trading x 9 months)

BEE status (BBBEE) % black ownership: 100.0% % black directors: 100.0% % black staff: 23

Contact details Key contact people: 1. Mr Yusuf Kajee

, Director

2. Miss Rina Chetty, Sales & Marketing 3. Mr Sean Liu, Production Manager Physical address: 25 Portland Road, Mkondeni, Pietermaritzburg Postal address: P.O Box 100117, Scottsville, 3209 Tel: 033 386 8199/5967 | Fax: 033 386 9199

Target markets

Email: rc@ckfmcg.com

We are seeking growth opportunities in new areas, in South Africa. Opportunities that we have identified include

Website: www.ckfmcg.com

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HOW TO PAY YOUR UIF

Employers must pay unemployment insurance contributions of 2% of the value of each worker’s pay per month. The employer and the worker each contribute 1%.

Contributions are paid to the Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF) or the South African Revenue Services (SARS).

The Unemployment Insurance Act and Unmployment Insurance Contributions Act apply to all employers and workers, but not to workers working less than 24 hours a month for an employer; learners; public servants; foreigners working on contract who are going to be repatriated at the end of their contract; Employees in receipt of an old age pension are, since 07/2/2007, no longer excluded from contributing towards UIF; or workers who only earn commission.

UIF Contribution Act Prescribes how employers should contribute to the UIF Contributions fund.

CONTRIBUTIONS PAYABLE The contribution that employers must deduct from a worker's pay is 1% of the worker's total earnings, excluding commission.

In addition to the 1% deducted from the worker, the employer also contributes 1% for every worker that they employ.

The total contribution paid to the UIF is therefore 2%.

Example: If a worker earns R1 000 per month, the employer must deduct 1%, namely R10. In addition, the emloyer must pay R10 for that worker. The total of R20 must therefore be paid to the UIF or SARS.

EARNINGS CEILING Workers who earn more than the annual, montly or weekly maximum earnings ceiling must also contribute to the Fund, but their contributions are worked out on the maximum earnings ceiling.

Example: If a worker earns R10 000 per month and the monthly earning ceiling is R1 096 per month, the worker's contribution will be worked out on R8 836.

WHAT EMPLOYERS MAY NOT DO Employers may not – deduct more than 1%; deduct outstanding amounts when they fall behind with payments; and may not ask a fee for deducting the money.

If employers deduct too much money by accident, they must pay the extra money back to workers.

PAYMENT OF CONTRIBUTIONS Employers must pay the 1% they deducted from workers, together with the 1% they have contributed, to the UIF or SARS before the 7th of every month.

Example: Contributions due for January, must reach the UIF or SARS on or before 7 February.

If the 7th day of a month is not a business day, employers must pay on or before the last business day before the 7th.

"Business day" means any day that is not a Saturday, Sunday or Public Holiday.

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PERSONALITY

Full Name: Loyiso Ngavu.

Position: Founder & CEO of the South African National Taxi Expo™ (SANTEX).

Main Activity of the Company: SANTEX is the Nation's Largest Taxi Industry Business to Business Trade Show, Conference & Networking Event. Whether you're in the start-up phase or a long-established company, the SANTEX has the right resources for you. We're the nation's largest taxi industry business-to-business expo, and we've made it our mission to help taxi bosses, business owners and entrepreneurs like you achieve their business dreams.

Our two-days expo offers invaluable insights and exclusive networking opportunities with a wide range of taxi businesscritical workshops, seminars, and presentations from top industry experts. If you're looking to drive your business forward and take the next step to success.

Why exhibit at SANTEX? Develop business leads & new customers

Person who has had the biggest influence in your Career: My former boss, Thami Mazwai.

Person you would Most Like to Meet: I missed the chance to meet Madiba, but I would be honoured to meet Hlaudi Motsoeneng.

Businessperson who has impressed you most: Given Mkhari.

Philosophy of life: Work until expensive becomes cheaper.

Biggest Ever Opportunity: Working with the National Taxi Alliance.

Biggest Ever Disappointment: The current state of South Africa, 22 years of democracy.

Hope for the Future: I hope for a bright and peaceful future for South Africa and for a better place for future generations, with less inequality.

Shop for new innovative products & services

Favourite Reading: 'The Heart of Redness' by Zakes Mda, 'Inside and Out' by Jeremy Cronin & 'The World That Made Mandela' by Luli Callinicos

Gain invaluable taxi industry insights

Favourite TV Programme: Isibaya.

Date and Place of Birth:

Favourite Food: Dumplings and Chicken Stew.

Network with taxi bosses

June 7, 1982, Cape Town, Western Cape.

Favourite Music: Afro Jazz & Soul.

Education: Bachelor of Commerce in Marketing Management

Favourite Sport: Wrestling.

First Job: Advertising sales, Cape Media.

Hobbies: Reading and travelling.

Size of First Pay Packet: R700.00 a month.

Car: Jeep.

Number of People under your Leadership: 45.

Pets: A dog.

Person who has had the biggest influence on your Life:

Miscellaneous Dislikes: Dishonest & Negative people.

My late mother, who taught me that one is able to achieve one’ goals with clear focus and dedication.

Organisation membership: Progressive Business Forum.