Locum Lifestyle, edition 13

LOCUM Official Publication of the National Association of Locums in South Africa

HEALTH

Lifestyle

PHARMACY

GETTING INTO SHAPE FOR SUMMER

RETAIL PHARMACY

PROPERTY

ADVICE ON PROPERTY RENTAL

MOTORING

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NEW VEHICLES IN SA

TRAVEL DESTINATIONS ETOSHA GAME RESERVE

HEALTH | TRAVEL | MEDICAL | JOBS | FASHION | MOTORING

6 EDITOR Message 8 NALSA PRESIDENT Message 10 PHOTOGRAPHY Impressions of Africa 16 PROPERTY Property Rental Advice 22 TARYN HARRIS Grow Your Confidence 26 MOTORING New Car News Buying New vs Used Cars 30 PHARMACY Changing face of Retail Pharmacy 32 TRAVEL Destination Etosha - Namibia Erindi Private Game Reserve - Namibia Mount Etjo Safari Lodge - Namibia Fairlawns Boutique Hotel - Gauteng Kwandwe Game Reserve - Eastern Cape Elanela Game Reserve - Mpumalanga

Lion Sands Game Reserve - Mpumalanga Pondor Game Lodge - Mpumalanga Lalibela Game Reserve - Eastern Cape Shumbala Game Lodge - Mpumalanga 56 HEALTH Getting into Shape for Summer 60 FASHION Flaunt Your Spring 62 CAREER CLASSIFIEDS 2

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Francois Rossouw

elcome to another edition of Locum Lifestyle Magazine.

In this issue we have a look at the changing face of retail in the pharmacy industry

by Dulain Stander.

Dulain has vast experience in this field and Francois Rossouw was the national compliance manager for a major pharmacy group for several years.

Our property specialist, Terence von Molendorff, shares some helpful tips on property rental do’s and don’t’s.

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In the motoring section we have a look at the new vehicles available in South Africa as well as advice on buying new versus used vehicles on page 24.

Dr Landi Lombard shares his beautiful wildlife photos and travel advice should you wish to visit the Etosha Game Reserve in Namibia.

In the health section on page 56 we look at getting in shape for summer with some helpful advice from Lemanja Mears and the fashion section on page 58 looks at ladies spring and summer clothing.

Our career classified section, at the back of the magazine, features more permanent and locum placement opportunities.

For our first time readers, some basic information on our magazine. We are the official magazine of NALSA (National Association of Locums in South Africa). The magazine is bi-monthly and available in both printed and digital format. Please visit our website for more info and any back issues of the magazine.

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MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT

Andro Engelbrecht

How can your pharmacy make more profits? To help you to connect the dots and feel an optimized work-life balance we’ve sourced guidance from industry leaders.

Private Healthcare Practicehttps://www. pharmacyowners.com/blog/patient-outcomes focus: should I sacrifice profits for patient outcomes?

The myth that you cannot improve patient outcomes while increasing profits is a dangerous and false self-limiting prophecy; though it is understandable why some would believe it. Driving profits while simultaneously adhering to the best interest of the patient seems too good to be true.

Every profit opportunity you implement should directly tie into the goal of better patient outcomes. Some of the most profitable business interventions rely solely on improving patient outcomes through engagement. The dedicated practice of routine comprehensive medication reviews and medication management pays in the currency of increased patient wellness, understanding, and compliance along with the growth of your bottom line.

The view that sacrificing profits for better patient outcomes is a myth that is dangerous to any practice owner who believes it.

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And now that it has been debunked, what is the process to ensure a constant focus on improved wellness and profits?

The short answer is: your pharmacy team.

The slightly longer answer is, by focusing on the little things you and your team do every day. The cooperation between healthcare providers is crucial, and the mutual benefit of this cannot be ignored. It is when practitioners work together in the interest of the patient’s health that a relationship of trust and loyalty is built. This goes from the patient, to doctor, pharmacist and nursing practitioner, all forming crucial links in a chain of health. The focus should not only be on the acutely sick patient, where the opportunities for up-selling and cross-selling are obvious. There is tremendous benefit in focusing on keeping your chronic patient healthy. February 7, 2015 Three published studies were recently summarized in a white paper by Healthentic (a population health management company in the USA) demonstrate that “. . it costs the U.S. health care system between $100-$289 billion every year in direct costs” when patients don’t take their medications correctly, and “Losses in productivity due to health related factors

could multiply that by 2.3 times.” These are staggering numbers caused by non-compliance.

More focus on helping patients comply can drive that number down dramatically.

(CDC, Potentially Preventable Deaths from the Five Leading Causes of Death — United States, 2008–2010 MMWR. May 2, 2014 / 63(17);369374) In researching initiatives to increase pharmacy profitability, I came across medication synchronisation. The aim of the initiative is to synchronise your patient’s prescriptions to allow the patient to collect all his chronic items on a single visit. Jason Turner, the responsible pharmacist of Moundsville Pharmacy in the USA was quoted saying: “in 2013, Moundsville’s monthly script volume was 7,300. Four years later, the monthly volume has increased by 22% to 8,800 scripts per month. By 2016, 850 patients were enrolled in the synchronisation programme and these patients accounted for 55% of the pharmacy’s volume.” This increase in volume translated directly into profit.

He indicated that the benefits were not only visible on the bottom line of the pharmacy, but in general, the patients were more compliant to their therapies. Persistence, adherence and compliance improved significantly since the implementation of the programme, resulting in healthier patients in the long term.

There is tremendous opportunity in South Africa to develop the technology to enable pharmacists to implement these types of programmes. These include systems that use the pharmacy’s own dispensing programme to NALSA’s MISSION The purpose of the National Association of Locums in South Africa (NALSA®) is to provide a foundation of industry standards and ethical guidelines for companies specialising in locum and term contract staffing services. These principles are the

determine and display the next set of scripts due for the patient, as well as systems to allow for the easy dispensing and claiming of these scripts simultaneously. This will, in turn, improve on the workflow within the dispensary.

Profit generating activities includes regular screenings (cholesterol, blood pressure, and diabetes), therapy compliance, and monitoring clinical outcomes to identify any new symptoms or side-effects and regular referrals to renew treatment plans and/or prescriptions. All these activities are profit generating, but when you have patient care at the core focus of these, it makes your patient feel “taken care of”, and “I am getting value for money”. And it is this is really what creates patient loyalty.

“It’s all the little things done exactly right that separates the ordinary pharmacies from the extraordinary ones.”

Your patients’ wellness starts the moment they walk into your practice. Creating a culture where your team is knowledgeable of medications, drug interactions, and store products, will expand your patient wellness significantly.

What role do locums play in this? The locum is as much part of the practice as any other team member, and it’s important to include the locum in patient-centric initiatives. Of equal importance is for the locum to carry this at heart as well. This not only ensures happy patients, but also ensures a satisfied employer as well as guaranteed future shifts – and income.

cornerstones of the relationship between NALSA® members and their clients.

Also to maintain industry leadership by promoting excellence, ethical standards, innovation and a spirit of co-operation for contingent staff.

NALSA’s VISION NALSA is dedicated to promoting a positive industry image through a practical but strict Code of Ethics based upon excellence, honesty, fairness, peer review and reasonable industry standards.

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PROPERTY RENTAL TIPS

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f you are interested in investing in property to rent, or want to move to another property and rent your property, it is important, whether you manage the rental yourself or whether you have a make use of a rental agent, to follow certain guidelines so that your investment is a success and you don’t run into potential problems later down the line.

1. Screen your tenants properly. The conventional calling of the references is no longer good enough. You need to do a professional detailed credit check, where you are able to access the potential tenant’s entire credit history.

Ask for at least 3-6 months bank statements.

Bank statements do not lie, so you can see if they pay their rent on time or if they draw R1000.00 at a time at Grand West.

tenant is on weekends, an application might look good but you need to dig deeper to make sure your potential tenants are who they say they are on paper.

Social media has also become a great tool to see what kind of person your potential

Registered agents and agencies need to have a separate trust account where all tenants

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2. Handle the deposit paid by the tenant very carefully. If you make use of a letting agent, make sure they are registered with the Estate Agency Affairs Board, and that they have a valid Fidelity Fund Certificate.

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By: Terence von Molendorff (CEO Red Pepper Properties) additions, take the necessary steps to protect it and your tenant. Proper lighting, trimming of tree branches that hang over the wall or fence and decent security gates are often all that is needed. If your property is in a security complex, it does not mean it is safe.

Making your property secure will not cost you an arm and a leg but a secure property is an attraction for potential tenants.

deposits are to be held, and upon paying it back, relevant interest is supposed to be paid.

3. Inspections. This is critical. Make sure there is a proper, detailed ingoing inspection done when the tenants move in. Take photos, take note of everything and make it as detailed as possible. They sign it together with the owners. This is to ensure that everyone is on the same page. When they move out it will represent a fair description as to condition of the property, and a fair conclusion can be reached between the owner and tenant as to who is responsible for what.

4. Make sure the premises are secure. Don’t let your tenants and property be easy marks for criminals. If the property needs security

5. Always put everything in writing. Be sure to use a written lease agreement to document the important facts of the agreement with your tenants. There are many new laws that have come into effect that protect tenants, so a written and signed legal binding lease is extremely important, to ensure that all angles are covered for all parties involved.

6. Keep the property in a good condition.

A happy tenant is usually a tenant that looks after a property and who pays the rent on time. Make sure all relevant maintenance is done so the tenant is satisfied with the property, remember when the time comes to renew and increase the rent, the tenants need to feel comfortable to stay on in the property.

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7. Disputes with tenants: Nobody wants this to happen with their rental property, but it does happen. If have a in disagreement with the tenant over rent, repairs, your access tor the rental unit, noise, or some other issue that doesn’t immediately call for an eviction, meet with the tenant to see if the problem can be resolved.

Always try to sort it out internally before taking further steps. Further steps cost money and it may destroy your relationship with your tenants.

8. Don’t get personal. Remember, besides

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the fact that it is other people that will be living in your property, you need to park the sympathy factor and realise that ultimately this relationship is purely business.

Distance yourself from emotions and take business decisions. This is why most investors make use of a rental agent, as there is no personal relationship between owner and tenant. This is a taboo subject but it has been proven that a personal relationship between tenant and landlord leads to a relaxation of the terms, and ultimately puts the landlord in a difficulty situation.

How to pay off “black tax” so that you can focus on your future The term “black tax” has cemented its place in the South African vocabulary. It is clear that the financial obligations many young people have to their extended families result in them battling to keep up their own savings. Kenosi Magosha, Head of Client Solutions for Recurring Savings at Sanlam, says managing family expectations when it comes to money is the one of the ways this situation will improve.

“While it’s called ‘black tax’, it’s evident that young people from other race groups also sometimes find themselves in a situation where they have to financially provide for their parents and relatives. This financial dependency can become a vicious cycle if not managed properly because, ultimately, it could take away from the collective family’s ability to grow wealth or lead the individual who is the provider now being forced to rely on her own children later in life – simply because she is unable to save her money for other purposes,” she says.

The 2017 Sanlam Retirement Benchmark Survey highlights financial obligations to extended families and ad-hoc requests for financial assistance as the second biggest source of stress among middle class consumers. Magosha says to avoid overburdening themselves to the point where they cannot save for their own future; young people need to manage their family’s expectations the moment they get their first job to ensure support is sustainable and lead to progress for the family.

She suggests that instead of being the centre of provision, it is better to empower family members to earn their own income and thereby increasing the collective family’s earning ability.

“Empowerment doesn’t have to be a university degree. There are vocational training facilities and practical skills that can be learnt to help individuals become self-employed e.g. training as an electrician. This may require you to make sacrifices for a year or three, but it will help you to free up more money to direct towards your savings goals over time.”

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Magosha says that the burden of black tax may disproportionately fall on certain family members and such individuals need to have frank and honest conversations with their families. She explains that the desire to provide might be rooted personal traits such as care and generosity, but it can also be rooted in guilt for the sacrifice that the family made to put the individual through school. She says people need to reflect on their reasons for supporting extended family and, if emotion of guilt plays a role, they need to ask themselves why they feel this way.

“It’s a privilege to be able to give to someone else. Ask why there is an emotion of guilt instead of a celebration of how far you’ve come to be able to give? If you do not deal with these emotions, it can cause bitterness and even breed a manipulative relationship between the giver and the recipient.”

Magosha explains that looking after parents is part of the African culture. However, she says, giving is a personal choice and one that you need to be comfortable with.

Sanlam is a Licensed Financial Services Provider

“If you are not going to give, and instead enrich yourself materially, ask yourself what will happen if you lost it all tomorrow. On the other hand, if you give because you cannot say no, or because you believe giving reflects well on you or status in life, you may be doing yourself and others a disservice where you create dependency. Make sure you are at peace with your arrangement.”

How to balance your financial obligations 1

Choose your battles: Pick certain things that you are willing to support- for example, education. That way, you will not get ad-hoc financial requests for parties or fashion items.

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Set a deadline: Let it be known upfront when you expect to see the fruit when helping someone to allow you focus on your savings objectives..

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Plan for the unexpected: Invest in financial vehicles such as funeral cover that can help you smooth out financial stress related with helping when there are family funerals.

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Give but don’t spoon-feed: Do not destroy the person that you are giving to by letting them depend on you. Help them empower themselves so that they too can give to others.

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Let everyone take responsibility: Work with your extended family to help them make sound financial decisions when they start earning an income. Sometimes you need to let everyone experience the discomfort of their bad financial decisions for them to learn to make better decisions.

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Exercise financial discipline: You cannot do an infinite number of things with a limited amount of money. You need to trade off, otherwise you will end up so heavily indebted that you may even lose your assets.

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Put money aside for yourself: Give what is left after you’ve saved for retirement. Ensure that you will retain independence in your old age, otherwise you will perpetuate the cycle of dependency.

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Instil financial discipline in your immediate family: Start with your own children. Let them know that you have a budget to stick to when you shop. Start managing their expectations too, from a young age by limiting impulsive spending and talking about money with your children or the young people in your life.

To find out about our unique solutions for professionals, contact Sanlam on 0860 118 888 or send an e-mail to prof@sanlam.co.za and we will call you.

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The CDE was established 20 years ago to help patients and doctors manage the growing epidemic of diabetes.

The Head Office in Houghton is responsible through a nation wide clinic system, for the care of more than 20 000 patients.

There are clinics in every province and a list thereof can be found on the CDE website: www.cdecentre.co.za under service providers.

WHEN JOINING THE PROGRAM PATIENTS ARE ELIGIBLE FOR THE FOLLOWING SERVICES PER YEAR: • 2 Doctor appointments • 1 Dietician appointment • 2 Diabetic educator appointments • 1 Podiatry appointment • 1 Retinal photo or appointment with an eye doctor • 2 HbA1c’s – average 3 month blood sugar reading • 1 Lipogram • 1 Kidney function • 1 Full blood count

Patients receive all diabetic (oral and insulin) medication from the clinic,

including a new glucose meter, glucose strips and needles. The medication is included in the program.

The CDE Kuilsriver opened its doors on the 1st of September 2009 and specialises in the management of type 1 and 2 diabetes and is an accredited pump centre. For more information contact: cde.kuilsrivier@telkomsa.net.

They have two diabetic educators, a dietician and a podiatrist. The centre falls under the care of endocrinologist, Dr Landi Lombard.

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3 PRACTICES TO GROW YOUR CONFIDENCE NOW! There are a lot of BIG changes and new beginnings which may require us to step up our game or put ourselves out there. We are in a constant state of growth but sometimes the learning curve may be just a little too steep.

Initially, these new possibilities and opportunities may create a sense of euphoria. You may be filled with excitement and the idea of this new adventure. Once the euphoria has died down and you’ve had time to think, you often end up second guessing yourself and that is when you are plagued with analysis paralysis and decision fatigue.

Doubt kills dreams and passion. Sometimes it serves a purpose and can be useful. More often than not, it talks you out of believing in yourself.

How do you keep moving forward, despite what these changes are asking of you in terms of risk-taking, self-belief and selfexposure? As well as the growing pains that come with this.

Itching to get unstuck and back into the game of living your life? Below I share 3

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practices (researched and verified, and which speak to the biology, science and psychology of confidence building) that you can start applying RIGHT NOW to grow your confidence.

1) Honour your Basic Instinct and the 5 Second Rule: In chemistry, “activation energy” refers to the least amount of energy required for a chemical reaction to take place.

So when a hunch about something or your gut tells you to do something or you’re struck by an idea that lights you up, just act on it.

TED Speaker Mel Robbins calls it “the 5 second rule”. You have 5 seconds to act on your instinct and harness that activation energy. Whether you do it straight away, write down the idea, voice-note it on your phone – some physical action that marries the urge with an action.

After 5 seconds, fear, ego & “over-think” show up and talks you down. Initially you feel justified about your inaction because the voices in your head found a way to justify or “rationalise” not honouring the whisper of inspiration.

But consider this: What does your non action imply? Maybe that you’re not safe?

That your don’t trust yourself? How do you

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Taryn teaches people and organisations to access their power.

Visit: www.tarynharris.com

think that impacts your self-confidence if you’re not willing to back yourself? Be like Nike & just DO IT! Activation energy is your body’s way of communicating insight, instinct and opportunity. Trust you’ve got this by showing up. Don’t over think – the brain and old wiring can be a dangerous neighbourhood. Osho says, “The mind is a beautiful servant, but a dangerous master.”

What’s really the worst that could happen?

Would it result in the end of life as you know it? It might lead to something amazing and the beginning of life as you could only imagine.

When it comes to confidence, you build confidence by DOING. It’s called “experiencedbased neuroplasticity”.

That means you a) build confidence by doing it and being it ,and b) you gain confidence physiologically by doing and trusting yourself. Also, once you start being, doing and honouring it, you harness activation energy and you actually FEEL LIKE doing it.

Most of the time, after you have risked “self-exposure”, you realise it wasn’t as bad as you thought it would be and you’re

pleasantly surprised by what became of it. #ActivationEnergy 2) Celebrate the Effort: Do a happy dance.

Tell a friend. Journal about it. Find a novel, ritual-like way to congratulate yourself for the effort. This forces the brain to pay attention and send you dopamine (reward hormone) and serotonin (happy hormone) for being awesome and courageous.

Feel PROUD! Pride as an experienced sensation releases high doses of the happy hormones.

Don’t simply move onto the next thing.

Don’t go straight to “what could I have done better or differently?” STOP. SOAK IT UP. Take 20 seconds to really feel – which translates into you giving all the cells in your body a chemical high 5. If you don’t take the time to do this, these acts of bravery go unnoticed (by yourself) and your confidence levels remain unchanged.

Studies also show that people who celebrate and focus on the effort and not only the RESULT develop a growth mindset, are great solution finders, agile and resilient. They practice putting themselves out there, which means they are DOING & BEING confidence, LOCUM LIFESTYLE

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resulting in being ROCKING risk ninjas and adventurers! #CelebrateTheEffort 3) Dopamine kicks: Write down 1 thing (the first step) you can start doing to support your new beginning and desired change.

It could be “Meditate for 10 minutes every morning” or “Be in bed by 10 pm” or “Make one phone call a day to find a new job”.

Whatever is meaningful to you. Once you have identified the goal break it down into micro steps that you will take to do that one thing.

I’ll use the meditation example: 1) set alarm for 5 am.

2) Put off alarm when it rings.

3) Pull back covers, put feet on floor and get out of bed. You get the idea.

The reason for this is when you set a goal you desire and you then achieve it, you get a hit of dopamine, the reward hormone. If you break that goal down into smaller steps, each time you take that small step, your brain recognises it as a single goal, and gives you a dopamine kick. So instead of getting just one, you get however many micro steps you take. #DoppamineKicks The “feel the chemistry” challenge has 3 practices. Choose ONE to start and apply it for a week or two every day. Once you’ve made it part of your awareness, practice

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and biology, move on to the next one.

Experiment with them, tweak them to suit you – you are the expert on your life – so commit to yourself and find ways to make it your own. Remember, things won’t always go according to plan and that’s ok. It’s how we learn and it’s all part of your journey.

Keep choosing you, every time doubt or a bump in the road appears. That’s the flavour and the chemistry of authentic living.

Until next time, keep vibing & thriving as you create a life that inspires you.

Taryn Harris is a Human Asset Activator and moves ideas, brands and organisations into their power through people.

Taryn has a skill for growing and optimising assets for improved productivity, motivation, adoption and resilience.

Taryn is an internationally accredited executive and leadership coach, body-mind educator, speaker, systems wizard and creator of the IN-BODY, WIRED2THRIVE and HARDWIRED4SUCCESS programmes.

Innovate yourself and your people with Taryn at tarynharris.com.

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New Cars Time to check out some of the new car models available in SA soon.

By: Ernst lombard 2018 Land Rover Velar Starting from R947 700 for the 132KW version and going up all the way to R1 539 800 range topping First Edition with 280KW, the new Land Rover Velar is not cheap. If you want to drive on gravel roads in style however, this is the way to go.

2018 BMW M5 With more than 447Kw and a 0-100km/h time of 3.5 seconds.

The new BMW M5 with 4-wheel drive is surely going to push you back in your seat. All while keeping the class leading luxury interior and high-tech gadgets from the new 5 series.

2018 Renault Magane RS Now with 4-wheel steering and 205KW! The new Renault Megane does not only look the part, but will surely be fun to drive too. A track ready Cup version will also be coming later in 2018 and will surely be gunning for the Civic Type R’s Nßrburgring FWD record.

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2018 BMW 8 series The new BMW 8 Series Coupe, slated for launch in 2018 and part of the biggest model offensive in the company’s history. A M8 high performance version with more than 447Kw is currently being tested and should be release sometime in 2018.

2018 Mercedes X-Class This luxury bakkie is on its way to SA. With 195Kw from a V6 turbo diesel engine version. It will not only be the fastest, but arguable the most luxurious bakkie in SA. The new Mercedes X-class, due in 2018, is surely going to shake up the high-end bakkie segment.

2018 Toyota Hilux invincible 50 The Hilux needs to introduction. A South African working-class hero.

Now celebrating its 50th anniversary. The Toyota Hilux Invincible 50 was revealed at the Frankfurt Auto Show. This latest version will sport several cosmetic upgrades to make it stand out from the regular Hilux.

2017 Audi TTRS With a 0-100km/h time of 3.6 seconds. The new Audi TTRS is known internally at Audi as The Giant Slayer.

The 294 kW of power will put a smile on your face. The launch will strain your neck thanks to Quattro allwheel drive. The new TT RS is here to rewrite the rules of what a small sportscar can do.

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BUYING NEW VERSUS USED CARS In today’s economic climate, it seems it may only be possible for individuals who can afford a palace in Dubai, to also afford a new car. Car prices have sky rocketed, but don’t let that get you down. The used car market is there to save you.

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By: Ernst lombard s of July 2017, a simple BMW 318i comes with an eye-watering price tag of R491 000 excluding options.

The racing driver within me is saying why the actual *%$# would I buy a 318i, when I can buy a 309KW, 2009, BMW M3 with only 70 000km on the clock for the same kind of money? Some might argue that the fuel consumption and prices on parts will drive you to re-mortgage your house (AGAIN).

Yes, yes, the economy might be taking a beating, however, this does not mean your driving experience needs to.

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Bmw 318i 2017 (R491 000) 0km 100KW 220NM 8.9 Seconds 5.1l/100km Yes, 5 years

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Okay, so maybe a 307KW M3 is a bit too radically different from a 318i. Another option might be to buy a newer vehicle that is still under warranty. Autotrader SA™ shows the average price for a 2014 BMW 335i at around R400k.

This leaves you with for a relatively new performance car with better fuel consumption, technology and with the peace of mind of still being under motor plan for another 2 years with the option to extend.

Below is a table comparing the 3 cars:

Bmw 335i Bmw M3 2014 (R410 000) 2011 (R450 000) 40 000km 70 000km 225KW 307K W 400NM 400NM 5.5 seconds 5.1 seconds 7.2l/100km 12.3l/100km Yes, 2 years NO

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Buying Private vs dealerships Buying private may be cheaper but this plan comes with no warranty or peace of mind. While most dealerships provide a short warranty with the option to extend on purchase. The decision to buy new or second hand might not be so simple. Dealers cannot always be held accountable when a car breaks down several months after purchase. Dealers also need to make a living, so expect to pay a premium when buying a used car from a dealer.

Whether you choose to buy from a dealer or privately, common knowledge and a little research can be the difference between buying a reliable bargain or buying a lemon that will give you problems down the line.

What to look out for when buying private: The following things are a must to look out for. An inspection of the service history should be number one on your list. The most ideal situation is a fullservice history (FSH) at a reputable dealer.

Stay away from sellers claiming that they lost their service history. Even though this might be true, do you really want to play detective to see if the car has been serviced properly?

Most of the tyres bought in SA are imported. This has led to tyre prices

increasing alongside new car prices. A full set of runflat tyres can set you back as much as R20 000. Thus, it would be seen as wise to inspect the remaining tread when buying a used car.

Sometimes, the best tool to use is something called common sense. A 10 year old car with a worn out brake pedal, seats and carpets cannot possible have 20 000km on the clock, how can that be?

Next you need to check whether the vehicle has been in an accident.

Higher end brands like BMW, Mercedes, Porsche, etc, have comprehensive data on all their vehicles and with the VIN number you can find out more about your next purchase.

You should inspect the vehicle yourself or ask a knowledgeable friend to help.

Check whether the paint matches on all panels. Check the engine bay for any damage or replaced parts and check under the car for any bent frames.

Be on the lookout for rust. Rust is notoriously expensive to fix. Be smart and just steer clear of any vehicle that has visible rust. Look under door and boot rubbers for different paint.

It is best to buy a vehicle with a factory motor plan. Always check when the motor plan will expires - Date and kilometres. Extending a motor plan is possible but it could be costly.

Lastly, make sure the vehicle has been fully settled at the bank and the seller is the rightful owner of the vehicle.

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e at LARGE EVENTS Pty have built our reputation on outstanding customer service and knowledgeable staff, celebrating over 20 years of event and rental innovation with the most impressive array of products in the Western Cape. We do corporate events to casual gatherings to the wedding of your dreams. We are geared and ready to make your next event outstanding.

years or more in the event rental business. All this translates to top-notch service for you.

PROFESSIONAL STAFF Our consultant and service team members have 10

EXTENSIVE PRODUCT LINE We have rental items and decor, including

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WHAT SETS US APART? - Our attention to detail From efficient, on-time set-up and take-down to delivery at your convenience, our experienced staff is here to help you. We have a 24 hour backup line to help you should you have an unexpected or emergency situation arise at your event.

tableware, tables, chairs, tenting, and the largest selection of speciality linen for you to choose from.

All to make you day a success.

TENT STYLES LARGE EVENTS offers five main tenting products – clearspan structure, tension, frame, Tidewater sailcloth and canopy. We can provide each style in a variety of sizes and with a wide range of accessories and features.

NEW AND CURRENT IDEAS Large Events stays ahead in the market, constantly

updating our product inventory and design ideas. Through frequent buying trips, continuing professional education and our extensive connections in the rental community we stay ahead of trends so your event will be perfect.

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the changing face of the retail pharmacy environment By: Dulaine Stander

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ow retail and consumerism is changing consumer expectations of the patientprovider relationship.

A recent article published by Deloitte highlighted the changes in the global consumer market, and the impact that this is having on the expectations patients have of their healthcare providers. This article highlighted three technological and consumer trends driving this increase in consumer expectations and the demand for a different type of health care provider-patient relationship. At the heart of this change is the access that patients have to information as well as technology, and their expectation is rooted in the assumption that the doctor has at least the same access, if not more, to technology.

In the retail industry, we have seen the how

consumer trends have adapted over the last 10 years with the advent of social media as well as the internet. Research has indicated that the consumer is more likely to research their desired product or service online before deciding on a supplier or retailer, and then making a purchase.

This trend has also migrated to the healthcare industry, with patients doing extensive research on their symptoms before going to the doctor. In many cases we have heard of doctors complaining that the patients self-diagnose and invent symptoms that go along with these conditions that they self-diagnose.

Recently, a survey released by the National Research Corporation (USA) polled nearly 23,000 patients and found that 41% of them use social media sites to look for health information. Of

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those, nearly 94% said Facebook was their site of choice.

The three top trends identified are as follows: Trend I: Increasing knowledge and awareness of choices Consumers have access to more medical information than ever before, enabling them to selfdiagnose and “shop around” for providers and treatment options.

Dr. Gregory Esper, Department of Neurology at Emory University, shared how this phenomenon has changed his role: “Patients are now more informed, often arriving with thoughts about the diagnosis for their symptoms that are informed by their own medical research from multiple sources. The challenge for doctors is to use their own knowledge and skill to diagnose the patient correctly, while educating the patient as to why their own research has led them to the right or wrong diagnosis. Ultimately, the doctor-patient relationship is either strengthened or weakened by the manner in which the doctor validates the patient’s healthy interest in their own condition.”

Trend II: Increasing expectation for value and cost transparency Consumers are quite critical of the value received for their health care dollar. Moreover, this perception of waste and lack of value appears to be on the rise. Sixty two percent of the respondents to the Deloitte 2012 U.S. Health Care Consumer Survey felt half or more of the funds spent on health care are wasted — up over 10 percent from previous years.

This scepticism about the value received for money spent on health care has led more consumers to request a breakdown of cost for services — prior to treatment. Health plans currently provide consumers access to this kind of cost-forservices breakdown, thereby enabling consumers to comparison shop prior to making a health plan decision. This trend has been observed in South Africa as well.

Unfortunately, some providers may be lagging behind in this endeavour.

Trend III: Increasing desire for a collaborative provider–patient relationship Consumers’ expectation of the doctor-patient relationship is no longer one of dependence, but

rather of mutual cooperation. Patients — particularly younger generations — want to have more say, and they want their opinion to be valued.

Providers should not only consider providing “better treatment” but also “treating patients better.” This two-way collaborative interaction is a relationship model consumers have come to expect due in part to their daily retail service encounters.

Now that we understand the trends driving the “consumer-patient”, we are able to identify strategies that will enable us, as healthcare providers, to ensure that we deliver the best possible care in a consumer-driven environment. As healthcare providers we should consider how retailers have adapted to these trends, and adopt their strategies.

These include: Strategy I: Improved end-to-end customer experience. Recognising and understanding the consumer-patient psychology is crucial in developing improved end-to-end customer experiences in our practices.

Strategy II: Better utilization of technology. Now that we know that patients research their healthcare service providers online, using the internet as well as social media, it is crucial to manage our digital footprint and our marketing presence on these platforms.

Strategy III: Seamless coordination and customization of services. This speaks to the cooperation between professionals, using technology to include patient history and information to refer and transfer patients to different professionals, including pharmacist, nursing practitioner, general practitioner as well as specialists. This cooperative approach will enhance the customer experience and create loyalty throughout the chain of referrals.

Consumer expectations will continue to be influenced by their daily experiences outside of the health care setting. To keep pace, health care providers should consider focusing on employing these retailer strategies and thereby ensure that they remain relevant in an ever-changing commercial environment.

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By Dr Landi Lombard

I recently had the privilege to re-visit Etosha and what a great experience it turned out to be. Etosha is a special place with a lot of character and a true African savannah feel. It offers great wildlife, with nature experience and beautiful vistas. It is definitely worth putting it on your bucket list. South Africans should consider this as a great wildlife holiday experience for the whole family nearly on their doorstep.

It is the same distance from Cape Town as the Kruger National Park, where it is impossible to get a reservation for the July holidays. This is also the best time to travel to Etosha. The weather was great with mornings temperatures between 5-10 degrees but felt a lot warmer than that. I often had breakfast in a t-shirt. Day time temperature peaked between 28-30 degrees.

I stopped at Erindi on my way back and stayed at Elephant camp. I can strongly

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recommend this is a stopover on your way to Etosha or back. It is about a 4 hours drive to Etosha from Erindi. They have great camping facilities and the self catering chalets are excellent, well equipped with a good shop at hand and great water hole for 24 hour viewing, as well as a swimming pool. Lots of kids was present and seemed to enjoy themselves. On my way to Etosha I stayed at Seeheim hotel, a place with a lot of character, friendly staff and a good

overnight stop in the south.

The wild life in Etosha will not disappoint as large herds of grazers are everywhere, followed by the predators in fairly large numbers.

My experience was that the wildlife is spectacular. I stayed for 8 days during which I saw lions every day.

I also saw some cheetah on several occasions, as well as leopard.

I had the rare privilege to witness a daytime leopard kill. This happened at Okerfontein where we saw a herd of Springbok suddenly running away.

A large male leopard emerged out of the tall grass with a springbok in his mouth. He dragged it for several hundred metres to the nearest tree to keep it safe from other predators.

Not a sight you see everyday and indeed a first for me.

aracter, ace with a lot of ch pl A l te Ho m ei Seeh t stop d a good overnigh friendly people an

Black-backed Jackal drinking water at Ch udop

Erindi Camp Elephant - They have great camping facilities and self catering chalets

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sit riety of animals vi phy and a large va ra og ot ph k r al fo w t n ea Nebrowni - Gr taking an afternoo ree big male lions this water hole. Th When visiting the park you must choose between camping, chalets or rooms.

Camping facilities are good and available at all three the main camps.

If you’re looking for something really special and exclusive as a camper, Olifantsrus camp is a must. Only campers are allowed at the a fantastic water hole where you can sit the whole day and see everything from elephants to lions.

If you choose accommodation, keep in mind that the shops in Etosha are poorly stocked with food. Expect very little fresh produce. Meat was expensive and only mutton was available at both Namutoni and Okaukuejo You therefore have to stock up at Outjo or Otjiwarongo on meat and fresh

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produce.

If you plan to have dinner at the restaurant there is only one option, a buffet at R230 per person. I enjoyed the food especially at Namutoni, but this can become expensive for a family of four or five people for 5 days. Keep in mind that most of the accommodation in Namutoni and Okaukuejo have no utensils and are not set up for self catering. The rooms and chalets are neat, clean with good quality beds, pillows, linen and towels, a comfortable feeling with air conditioning and a fridge.

Okaukuejo do not have 50-diesel and it was also not available at Namutoni for the two days I spent there.

Okaukuejo has one of the best water holes and with good lighting at night you can sit and probably see more animals

than if you drove round in the park all day.

Etosha has several great water holes where you can park and allow the animals come to you.

Good water holes close to Okaukuejo include Okondeka, well known for one of the biggest lion prides in the par., I saw 7 lions this time round, but counted up to 21 on previous visits. There are also large herds of animals in the area, mainly grazers, with big herds on the open planes, including giraffe.

Nebrowni also deserves a mention for regular lion, rhino, elephant and large herds of grazers. It is great for photography and a large variety of animals visit this spot. The picture of the three big male lions was taken there.

Gemsbokvlakte is another excellent water hole where lions are often seen as well as all the usual grazers. I spotted lions there on four different occasions and this pride can also be fairly big.

Olifantsbad should be mentioned for large herds of elephants gathering here often from late morning till late afternoon with a lot of action and interaction.

An interesting observation is that the Etosha elephants are big, but you don’t see big tusks. Most of the big old males have broken tusks close to the jaw.

At Ombika you can see lion, giraffe,

zebra, kudu, impala (the very rare black faced impala is found in Etosha), This is one of their last stands in the world, but they are seen here quite frequently.

Goas is the other excellent water hole in the Halali area where a great variety of animals can be seen. On your way to Halali, be sure to stop at Rietfontein where huge herds of zebra congregate, as well as wildebeest, kudu, springbok and impala.

Another water holes which needs to be mentioned as probably one of the best in the park is Ozonjuitji m’Bari. This one I visited twice and was impressed by the huge numbers of animals including zebra, springbok, wildebeest, giraffe, elephants, lions.

Namutoni is a must visit with too much history and too many water holes to mention here. But those that need a mention are Klein and Groot Okevi where I saw lions, giraffe and kudu. The star of the show however is Chudop, probably one of the best water holes to spend time at and great for photography. For most of the day, lions, leopard, kudu, eland, elephant and everything else can be seen there. Great reflections of animals are often possible when they drink. Kalkheuwel is also a great water hole for herds of zebra, kudu, elephant and also lion. When you’re in Namutoni, visit the short route to see the Damara Dik-dik, a very small and quite little

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is a very small The Damara Dik-dik and quite antelope

antelope.

Leopard are also often seen on this road and a spotted hyena den is known to be near the Klein Namutoni water hole on this road.

In the western part of the park I visited Dolomite camp. It is about 185km from Okaukuejo on a road that often has terrible corrugations, but the Dolomite camp is truly worth it. Here you will be taken care of with great rooms, good food and helpful staff. This is a gem in Etosha and I also saw eland, large elephant herd, giraffe, springbok and zebra. Klippan water hole close by is also great for large herds of almost

Leopard spotted near Klein Namutoni water hole

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everything in the park, you can view the mountain zebra (Hartmann zebra) and the Burchell’s zebra drinking side by side. The Mountain zebra is much rarer and an endangered species. It can be distinguished by the fact that it is slightly smaller, zebra stripes on the legs to the hooves, white stomach without stripes and no shadow stripes. I have seen a lot of lions during my stay and it was obvious that there are many more males than females.

Kgalagadi has a similar problem which has been confirmed my research, but I’m not sure the exact reason for this.

Consider a visit to Etosha when you next plan a big wildlife holiday, you will not be disappointed.

A few last words before you start making you’re reservations. Make sure your passport has more than 6 months before expiry and that you have your cars registration documents and drivers license (the expiry date will be checked

by Namibian officials) and also make sure you know the regulations regarding meat and alcohol.

NWR now also have a type of wildcard which qualifies you for a 25% reduction in accommodation rate at all their parks, probably worth investigating on their website, before booking.

A last word of warning, now that you’re all keen on going, to all South Africans, remember that this is not your country and you are guests in Namibia. Obey the rules and regulations, especially the speed limit and act responsibly.

Two huge Elan d Males at Klip pan water hole

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Erindi

Private Game Reserve

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rindi Private Game Reserve -Namibia. If you’re looking for an authentic, unadulterated, and unforgettable game viewing experience, take a good look at Namibia. Of all the awesome options in this magnificent country, Erindi Private Game Reserve offers the widest selection of exciting species (in the greatest numbers), the most dynamic and informed guides, the finest cuisine, the best facilities, and the friendliest welcome you could imagine.

PRIVATE GAME RESERVE The ultimate bush luxury in an environment geared up for relaxed game viewing. Erindi comprises 70 719 ha of pristine wilderness, and presents an amazing array of diverse landscapes - from golden savannah to dense bush with mountains, natural water holes, grasslands and pans.

LUXURY LODGE Old Traders Lodge is the perfect base for your forays into the exhilarating bush, our spacious suites have all the charm, comfort and conveniences you’d expect of a top-flight resort. Spot various game species while walking through the Camp, on the deck, or from your suite patio.

SELF CATERING & CAMPING Rugged with a touch of comfort and style, surrounded by unspoilt, game-rich bush... The selfcatering units comprises of fourteen chalets situated in a semi-circle overlooking our floodlit water hole.

Each campsite has its own bathroom with a toilet, solar-heated shower and hand basin.

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ount Etjo Safari Lodge is located in the heart of the Okonjati Game Reserve.

One of the first private Game Reserves established in Namibia and founded by worldrenowned conservationist Jan Oelofse.

Home to over 8000 animals and an impressive

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variety of bird species the Okonjati Wildlife Sanctuary is a true Conservation Area. This historic lodge deservedly carries the name “Etjo”, meaning place of refuge. Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is where the most important Declaration towards Namibia’s Independence was signed in 1989 (The Mount Etjo

Declaration).

Experiencing wildlife activities and enjoying nature on the Okonjati Game Reserve while enjoying exquisite cuisine and luxurious accommodation.

Mount Etjo Safari Lodge is and remains one of the most favoured destinations for visitors from

around the world.

RESERVATIONS: +264 (0) 67 290 173/4 Email: mount.etjo@iway.na GPS coordinates Latitude: 21 Deg 1’22.51”S Longitude: 16 Deg 27’13.03”E

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FAIRLAWNS BOUTIQUE HOTEL AND SPA AN URBAN SANCTUARY RIGHT IN THE HEART OF JOHANNESBURG.

With close attention to detail and exceptional service, Fairlawns creates an intimate atmosphere where some of the globe’s most vibrant personalities converge. The chic, upscale suites are individually decorated in varying themes ranging from Eastern influence to French provincial, each featuring every desired modern amenity. The hotel also caters to a variety of culinary tastes with an array of elegant dining experiences to choose from.

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ocated in Johannesburg - South Africa’s largest city and gateway to the rest of Africa - Fairlawns is situated just 6 km from central Sandton, and 20 km from the Johannesburg city centre to offer the upmarket traveller a delicate mix of luxury and convenience.

Established in 1997, Fairlawns, or “FBH” as it’s come to be affectionately known by Managing Director, Michael Kewley.

Previously a luxury private residence, it is only fitting that the property has transformed “herself” into a stylish hotel, with an air of eclectic sophistication, that Fairlawns is today.

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The gardens of the privately owned boutique hotel are one of Johannesburg’s best kept secrets.

Experience a haven of tranquillity as you overlook lush rolling lawns from the sumptuous pool or rose terrace. A complete range of guest services has every taste catered for. Even keen golfers are accommodated by arrangement with the nearby private and exclusive golf course founded by the original property owners.

AMUSE-BOUCHE Dining at Fairlawns is a culinary delight. AmuseBouche, the property’s flagship restaurant features

modern cuisine prepared in Africa with a French influence, in a spectacular fine dining setting.

Amuse-Bouche boasts a sophisticated à la carte menu for the discerning palate, paired with a Diamond Award Winning wine list.

The Amuse-Bouche menu is also available in the privacy of your suite through in-suite dining.

Breakfast is served from the restaurant daily.

MANOR HOUSE BISTRO Manor House Bistro features more casual, al fresco dining, in a contemporary setting.

The restaurant is elegant, yet still homely and welcoming, and features some favourite café style meals. Mention has to be made of the Strawberry Daiquiri tea trolley serving decadent sweet treats.

A classic High Tea, with morning and afternoon tea served daily or indulge in champagne or sparkling wine served by the glass.

MUSE CHAMPAGNE ROOM AND COURTYARD Creating an atmosphere of indulgence and revelry in the heart of Fairlawns, the Champagne Room is a luxurious and intimate space that’s perfect for drinks for two or a small party.

Choose from a selection of prestige champagnes, local sparkling varieties, fine wines and rare spirits.

The adjoining Courtyard set in secluded gardens is the perfect place for late afternoon sundowners.

You can listen to the bird song of the garden while experiencing an African sunset.

SPA AT FAIRLAWNS Rejuvenate, relax and restore in the exquisite bamboo forest gardens of the Balinese-style Spa at Fairlawns. With a range of therapies and signature

Asian-inspired treatments, a team of skilled therapists are able to bring you back to a state of calm and natural wellbeing.

There is an extensive selection of facials, massage therapies, grooming and body treatments on offer, as well as packages and gift cards designed to truly spoil that special person with.

Products from leading international cosmetic and skincare brands like QMS Medicosmetics, Skin Doctors and Clarins are used. Locally produced product ranges are also available.

FITNESS AND LEISURE Keep in shape in a 24 hour fitness centre equipped to international standards with full circuit strength equipment, treadmills, exercise bicycles and elliptical trainers. Private lockers, steam showers and sauna facilities are available for guests of the hotel.

Immerse yourself in the tranquil gardens of the Fairlawns Boutique Hotel each Saturday morning with Tai Chi on the lawns. Yoga Instructors and Personal Trainers are also available upon request.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Fairlawns Boutique Hotel and Spa 1 Alma Road, Morningside, Johannesburg, South Africa Call +27 (0)11 804 2540 Fax +27 (0)11 802 7261 reservations@fairlawns.co.za sales@fairlawns.co.za www.fairlawns.co.za LOCUM LIFESTYLE

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wandwe Private Game Reserve is a renowned conservation and community success story, offering a sophisticated safari experience for the conscientious traveller. The reserve comprises just 26 rooms split across five intimate and award-winning lodges, of which two are sole-use villas, providing understated luxury and one of the highest land to guest ratios in South Africa.

The 22,000 hectares (54 000 acres) of pristine wilderness is home to the famous Big 5 as well as a diverse number of smaller and more unusual species. Kwandwe flanks both the north and south banks of the Great Fish River, which meanders for 30 km (19 miles) through this pristine, private wilderness where the Big Five once again roams free.

The wide open spaces and tranquil scenery belie the area’s turbulent history, and relics of the area’s rich historical and cultural legacy can be found both on the reserve and nearby. This is the ultimate historic Big Five safari.

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Reservations Contact Louise Bussell Lucrisha Booysen E-Mail: reservations@kwandwe.co.za Tel: +27 (0)46 622 7897 (direct) or 603 3400 Skype: kwandwe_res Switchboard for after hours +27 (0)46 603 3400

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Elandela Private Game Reserve

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landela’s White Lion photo safaris and romantic honeymoon getaways make this private reserve, situated in greater Kruger National Park area. Elandela Private Game Reserve is the perfect photo safari destination if your desire is superior game viewing opportunities - be it on a walking safari conducted by our knowledgeable guides or be it by way of a specially equipped all terrain vehicle. It is their passion to share with you the singular wildlife encounters with our White Rhinos, Leopards, White Lions, Tawny Lions, Cheetahs, Buffalos, Hippos, Crocodiles and

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Antelopes that freely roam our huge Elandela Private Game Reserve.

Elandela Private Game Lodge is world renowned for intimacy, warmth and the recognition of your desire to be treated as important family. The meticulously designed and decorated luxurious rooms as well as spacious and scenic living areas are constantly attended by their efficient staff that will make sure your dream South African Safari exceeds your expectations. Not only do they offer pleasurable African sights, sounds and comforts

but also proudly ensure that mealtime is an inordinate experience of culinary delights.

They offer suites to accommodate not only honeymooners in spectacular lake view suites, but also families or groups in spacious family rooms sculptured on a cliff overlooking a typical African river teeming with wildlife.

At Elandela they pride themselves on implementing the meaning of the word “ELANDELA� - track and follow the wild animals in their own bushveldt habitat. Come and experience the roars of their White Lions

reverberating through Elandela Lodge - an intimate and exclusive haven in the South African Bush!

Yvonne: +27 (0)82 468 5092 Rocco: +27 (0)82 492 1776 Email: yvonne@elandelalodge.co.za Postal Address: P.O. Box 693, Hoedspruit 1380, Limpopo, South Africa

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ocated in the Southern Sabi Sand Game Reserve and Kruger National Park, Lion Sands Game Reserve is the only reserve in South Africa to offer a safari in both the Sabie and Sand River ecosystems.

The reserve is family owned and managed by the 4th generation More Family.

Their grandfather was one of the founding members of the Sabi Sand Wildtuin in 1948 instilling a long history of community and conservation.

There is a unique programme of activities for guests to tailor-make their stay, including the famous Treehouse experiences (Chalkley Treehouse, Kingston Treehouse and Kingston Treehouse).

Lion Sands Game Reserve is part of the family-owned and operated collection of MORE properties. Lion Sands Tinga Lodge & Narina Lodge are collectively one of only seven private concessions in the Kruger National Park - a 5,000 hectare (12,500 acre) private concession with the highest concentration of Black Rhino in South Africa.

It is 5 minutes from Skukuza airport. Lodges have access to all areas of historical significance in the Kruger National Park. If guests wish to extend their safari experience beyond the concession territory, they have access to the greater Kruger National Park.

Best Time to Travel an all-year-round safari destination where the variation in experience is temperature-related rather than safari related, as we do not have any significant migratory species. The best bird-watching period is from October to April.

Activities Morning and evening game drives in open safari vehicles • Bush walks • Bird watching • Astronomy • Bush breakfasts • Bush dinners • River walks, Hippo tours, Safari lunches • Wildlife lectures • Treehouses • Boma dinners • Wellness treatments • Local village experiences. Guests to Tinga Lodge and Narina Lodge also have the option of visiting historically significant sites.

Head Office & Reservations: +27 (0) 11 880 9992 | mpt@more.co.za Lion Sands, Tinga Lodge: Lion Sands, Narina Lodge: Lion Sands River Lodge: Lion Sands Ivory Lodge:

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+27 (0) 13 735 8400 +27 (0) 13 735 8100 +27 (0) 13 735 5000 +27 (0) 13 735 5000

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Lalibela Big 5 Game Reserve & Safari Lodge

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alibela Game Reserve and Safari Lodge is located in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, close to Port Elizabeth and Addo, which means it is not only malaria free, but spans 5 ecosystems, resulting in a breath-taking diversity of flora and fauna.

Lalibela consists of 9,000 hectares (approximately 22,000 acres) and is home to the Big 5 (lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo & leopard) as well as other predators like cheetah, hyena, jackal & lynx.

We are blessed with vast African plains and this is why we have multitudes of zebra, giraffe, warthog, impala, wildebeest, blesbuck and various other antelope species.

Only an hour away from Port Elizabeth and Addo, Lalibela is unique in the Eastern Cape in that we have no public roads running through our property.

This means that only Lalibela guests have access to the wildlife area and you will never encounter a member of public whilst on safari as there are no

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public roads on Lalibela.

In addition, all of the animals at Lalibela, including the predators, are free-roaming throughout the entire game reserve - we do not have different areas for different species.

Lalibela brings you the charm of authentic Africa and is a perfect blend of the formal and informal.

The 3 main aspects of any African safari are the game-viewing, the accommodation and the food - at Lalibela we take special care to ensure that heartfelt service combines with these three “ingredients� to make your Big 5 African safari experience a memorable one.

Contact Information: Game Lodge Managers • Cindy-lee Stoltz • +27 (0) 84 754 7137 • Fransua Stoltz • +27 (0) 71 043 5255 • Coordinates • S 25°11’55’’ E 27°37’28’’

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et on the cool banks of the Olifants River on the 50 000ha Balule Private Nature Reserve inside the greater Kruger National Park, the award winning Pondoro Game Lodge offers its visitors comfort, sophistication, elegance and a canvas on which to create an unforgettable African Wildlife Safari.

Robbie and Lize Prehn are the founders and your hosts here at Pondoro Game Lodge. They are the definition of warm African hospitality. Robbie has

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been a professional guide for 17 years. Lize manages the lodge and it’s her mission to ensure you have the best, most luxurious experience possible. They are passionate about nature and their work and it shows in every aspect of the Pondoro experience.

This level of love and commitment has resulted in numerous awards and a five star rating. Most recently they were crowned the 2016 Best International Country Hotel at the International Hotel Awards.

PONDORO GAME LODGE

An African Wildlife Safari at Pondoro is about intimacy, tranquillity and the romance of a bygone era. This small, exclusive 16-bed lodge fits the mould perfectly with 8 chalets spread out along the largest perennial river in the Kruger National Park.

Open top game drives are conducted, morning and evening, by expert rangers and trackers. This means you’ll have an excellent opportunity to see the African Big 5 and other plain game up close.

Contact information: BALULE NATURE RESERVE, GREATER KRUGER NATIONAL PARK, HOEDSPRUIT, 1380, SOUTH AFRICA TEL: Phone: + 27 (0) 31 764 5049 FAX: +27 (0) 31 764 6173 EMAIL: RESERVATIONS@PONDORO.CO.ZA

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estled in the heart of the 14000ha Thornybush Reserve bordering the Kurger National Park lies Shumbalala Game Lodge. Situated on the banks of the seasonal Monwana river the camp is an unexpected oasis of luxury and comfort in the

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unforgiving heat of the African bushveld.

It is here where you will find the exclusive Shumbalala Game Lodge managed by a team with a friendly yet professional approach to their guests, also overseen by the family themselves.

After having the privilege to acquire Shumbalala Game Lodge as a close knit family some years ago the owners rebuilt the original lodge to cater to discerning travellers in true luxury whilst keeping in line with timeless Africa. Since then continuous renovations and improvements ensures that guests needs and expectations of high quality are catered for at all times.

As owners it is our pleasure to share this blessing and absolute

gem with you whilst realizing the responsibility and importance of our conservation and our eco system alike.

We welcome you to Shumbalala Game Lodge - a Journey for the Soul and a Feast for the Senses • Contact Details • Tel: +27 (0)11 253 6500 • Thornybush Private Game Reserve • Greater Kurger • South Africa

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FITNESS TIPS

GETTING IN SHAPE THIS SUMMER By: LEMANJA MEARS

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GET UP AND SHAPE UP! e have one life to live in one unique body. Looking after it should be an absolute joy, especially to feel it change, shape, endure and become healthier. During the winter season we tend to slack down on our exercising and enjoy tucking into unhealthier foods.

When spring salutes us it often comes with a wakeup call “summer is here – it is time to get up and shape up” With all the latest diet fads and numerous eating plans available on Social media and the Internet, I believe “simple does it.” The same regime might not work for everyone as we are all different with specific needs and wants. As for me, I like to keep things

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uncomplicated with easy to follow eating plans and exercise routines. It is important to keep my inner child entertained and combine the “work” aspect around losing weight with excitement and fun. This makes the whole ordeal feel like an exciting adventure and it is easier to stay focus and shed those kilograms.

SET YOUR INTENSION Set your alarm and wake up before sun rise.

Jump out of bed make a flask of coffee and grab some rusks. Hit the road and wait for the sun to rise somewhere in the tranquillity of nature. While you experience the quiet of the early morning hours with the crisp cool air caressing your face, breathe in deeply

and set the intension to wake up earlier every morning and incorporate an exercise routine with healthier eating habits. Now take a sip of that warm coffee while you observe the birds, nature and earth coming alive as the sun rises over the horizon.

CHOOSE YOUR EXERCISE PLAN When I was in my late twenties and early thirties, vigorous aerobic classes, Zumba and frequent running routines combined with hardcore weight lifting were the secret to my dress size 6 body. Now that I am nearing forty all these crazy movements and buckets full of sweat does not suit me at all. I have learned that life is stressful, busy and the craziness never ends - my desire is to relax more, balance myself and breathe deeply in the spaces between the “push and pull” of life. Therefore to please my inner child, I incorporate a yoga class every morning. My privacy is important and paying for a yoga mat, some stretchy clothes and a pleasant donation to download online videos suit my financial budget as well. Currently I am absolutely in love with the 30 day Yoga routine by Adrienne, her teaching style is fun and the moves are achievable. https://30daysofyoga.vhx.tv/packages/30days-of-yoga/videos/day-21-joyful-homepractice If it is yoga, pilates or hitting the gym, choose whatever motivates you to get up earlier in the mornings.

THE FIRST 28 DAYS I recently read an article on Blackmores online blog, stating that it takes a minimum of 21 days for an old mental image to dissolve and a new one to gel. More recently, a study of 96 people published in The European Journal of Social Psychology found it took on average 66 days to form a habit, such as eating fruit at lunch or running for 15 minutes a day.

So as you can see, it is not easy to break bad habits and consistency is the key in achieving goals. My own recommendation is to incorporate a 28 day cycle where you exercise and follow a healthy eating plan daily without incorporating one cheat day. This will

transform the “lazy winter slumping brain” into an “action is the key” mindset.

LOOSE THE BOOZE Cut out all alcoholic drinks for the 28 day cycle and if possible abstain until your weight goals have been achieved. Less is more and reducing your alcoholic drinks will not only have weight and health benefits but it will also balance your serotonin levels to prevent negativity and depression.

WATER IS IMPORTANT Drink more water, there are great tools online to calculate the amount of water to drink per day for your specific age, gender and weight. Make sure to drink enough water to keep your body hydrated, especially with incorporating frequent exercising routines.

DO NOT WEIGH YOURSELF, MEASURE INSTEAD Muscle weighs more than fat and often the scale digits might increase before it declines.

To keep motivated do not weigh yourself for the first 28 days. Incorporate a weekly recorded measuring routine - you will be surprise to see how many centimetres you shake off weekly when following a healthy eating plan.

REWARD YOURSELF Rewarding is important to keep your inner child happy and excited about this new adventure in your life. Set small achievable goals and once achieved, celebrate the victories. Don’t reward yourself with unhealthy foods or alcohol especially during your first 28 days. Instead book a massage or buy a new clothing item for the gym that will keep you motivated to keep on shaping up.

EATING PLAN There is a lot of hype around Banting and the Atkins diet or the new 28 day eating plan that is currently doing its rounds on Facebook. After trying them all and more, I must say that David Zinczenko’s The Abs Diet is the best eating plan I have ever followed to shrink away the centimetres around the waist line. It incorporates 12 Superfoods and LOCUM LIFESTYLE

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as long as you stick to the list, the portion size limits are not as important and you can eat until you are satisfied.

Throw out all the unhealthy foods in your kitchen as you won’t need them for the next 28 days. Make sure each meal consists of the items on the list below. (You don’t need to eat all of it in each meal, choose one item per meal or combine them as you prefer) Have at least 6 small meals a day. Eat your first meal before 8am. Cut out all sugars, unhealthy carbs and high fats from your diet.

12 Superfoods: 1. strawberries & blue berries 2. sugar free peanut butter 3. low GI whole grain foods, cereals & seed breads 4. low fat dairy products and white cheese, also cottage cheese 5 legumes 6. oats 7. 100% whey protein shake 8. almond nuts 9. olive oil (cold pressed as salad

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dressing – not cooked) 10. green vegetables, especially baby spinach, kale & broccoli 11. lean protein such as chicken (no skin) fish or ostrich meat 12. Eggs Here is an example of how your meal plan should look like (mix and match to stimulate your taste buds) 8 am (meal 1): All bran flakes with low fat milk 10am (meal 2): Berries 12pm (meal 3): Steamed chicken (no skin) with broccoli and grated white cheese 2pm (meal 4): Almonds and low fat unsweetened yoghurt 4pm (meal 5): Whole grain toast with sugar free peanut butter 6pm (meal 6): Green leave salad with boiled eggs and olive oil (uncooked)

Remember to have fun, do your best and stick to your plan.

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FLAUNT YOUR SPRING Y

es, we say it every year, but “before I knew it spring was upon us”. Everyone at work asked me “what will you wear to work on Spring Day?” I blushed when I suddenly realised that I don’t have a clue what to wear or whether I have any suitable clothes in my cupboard to compliment this year’s spring and summer styles.

Let’s face it, I could not really pitch up with my dull grey and black colours I wore during winter. I turned to the fashion gurus for help and thanks to Ann Lee Couture I can now publish this article as a guideline to our readers needing some advice on how to “flaunt your spring” this season.

According to Ann Lee Couture before we can establish what is in fashion for 2017, the first priority on the list is to get the colour schemes correct. According to the Pantone Colour Institute’s recommendation 2017 is the year to embrace the following top 10 shades in your wardrobe: 1.

Primrose yellow 2.

Pale Dogwood 3.

Hazelnut 4.

Island Paradise 5.

Greenery 6.

Flame 7.

Pink Yarrow 8.

Niagara 9.

Kale 10.

Lapis blue

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It is always good to incorporate a variety of bright colours combined with earthy hues. Choose a colour that makes you feel beautiful, but follow the guidelines below to ensure that the colour you choose also matches your skin tone. If you love a specific colour that is not flattering, don’t panic, wear it as an accessory.

South African summers are hot and our fashion styles incorporate light and comfortable garments that are designed with easy flowing styles to compliment our warm temperatures. A great item that is in fashion again this year is the maxi skirt. It is easy to funk it up with a plain tank top a chunky neck piece and pretty sandals. The maxi dress is not far behind and is easy to dress up as well, but make sure you choose a style that will suit your body shape. Another great garment to have in your cupboard this season is an “off-shoulder” top. Wearing it will put you into a great weekend or holiday mode. This top is especially suitable for the pretty ladies with a pear shaped figure (hips and backside are wider than the shoulders) as it accentuates your shoulders, resulting in an hour glass appearance.

Stripy or flowery printed styles are still in high fashion and the khaki or “military look” will turn the heads. Count these garments as well as a crisp white shirt and a fold over skirt or dress or a “folder over anything” as “must have” items this summer.

You should be ready to flaunt your spring with the following items, combined with the suggested colours, matched with your unique tones.

Must have items: Off shoulder top A military piece Something with stripes A flowery printed item The must have “fold over” or wrap garment Maxi skirts and dresses Plain tank tops Chunky necklaces And last but not least, wear your crisp white clothing item over and over again and then wear it once more.

Eiseman’s guideline to knowing the best colour for your skin tone: 1. If your hair colour ranges from dark brown to dark blonde and your skin tone has a greenish, olive or yellowish (golden) undertone, you fall under the “warm category”. You should avoid icy shades and jewelled tones like amethyst sapphire or ruby.

2. Hair colour ranges from very dark (blue black or dark brown) to light blonde, but your skin have a bluish undertone or ranges from very fair to very dark then you are part of the “cool category”.

Avoid orange and yellow colours.

3. You are considered to be part of the “neutral category” when your hair is a combination of colours like blonde with ashy streaks or brown with warmer tones. Your eyes are hazel and your skin tone is hard to determine.

Don’t wear colours that are too bright or vibrant like reds and yellows, but if you like these colours then wear a softer version of it. Try corn silk or buff.

Models: Nicole Lamberts & Listelle Visser Photographer: Donovan Eva Designer: Ann Lee Couture Content writer: Lemanja Mears

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