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reflected in the 134-page report, and speak directly to the municipal manager Mxolisi Nkosi, the deputy municipal managers, process managers and the managers directly reporting to the municipal manager or tothedeputymunicipalmanagers. “We have put together a 134-page report that encapsulates the work thatwasdoneintermsoftheperformance management. Based on the scoring results of the assessments conducted, no performance bonuses shall be paid to any of the senior managersforthefinancialyear2013/ 2014,” said Nkosi. He said that the assessment is based on a national framework. Exco member Jabu Ngubo said that she is happy now that there is a barometer in place to measure performance.
“At this current financial year, we do not have anyone who deserves to get a performance bonus, unlike in the past where things would just be thumb-sucked to give people performance bonuses…[whereas] we were not able to say they had achieved what was expected of them. Knowing the background, this is a step forward,” said Ngubo. Ndlela said that there is still room for improvement. “Ashumanbeings,wealwayshave room for improvement, and the assessmentresultswillbespeakingto that. I have no doubt that no one will be perfect in the scores he or she gets. What is important is that we have started the process of assessing, using a tool that is acceptable but it will give us credible, reliable and accurate results,” said Ndlela.
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Municipal manager Mxolisi Nkosi said that employees get a rating of one to five. “One is a performance that is unacceptable, two means your performance is not fully effective, three says your performance is fully effective, which means you come to work at 8am and go home at 4.30pm and do everything which is expected of you.Fouriswhenyouareperformingsignificantlyaboveexpectations.So,onaregular basis, you are always exceeding the expectation. Five is when you are performing in an outstanding manner,” he said. The ratings work as follows: 1 = 69% and below 2 = 70% 99% 3 = 100% 129% 4 = 130% 149% 5 = 150% 167% “If you get a three, that means you are doing what you get paid for. Four and fivemeanyouareconstantlyworkingabove[expectations].Allofusshouldbescoring anything between 100% and 129%. It’s a formula that is being used. Anything below 100%isnotacceptable.Anythingabove129%isgoodandthatiswhenaperformance bonus is considered. It does not mean that your target has been set low,” said Nkosi.
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the province, especially to livestock and crops, currently stands at R400-million, but this is by no means the final tally as our assessment teams continue to take stock of the water crisis on the ground,” said DubeNcube. As an interim solution, municipalities are supplying water tankers and Jojo tanks throughout the affected regions, however this is putting additional pressure on the province’s resources as these services now have to be extended to areas which, under normal circumsta nces, will have sufficient water supplies. Drought is linked to climate change and it is a force of nature. It has been of concern to government that some communities have responded to water shortages with service delivery protests. “We plead with communities to understand the natural phenomenon of the drought disaster we are faced with and ask of them to play their part by conserving the little water that is still being provided to enable us to continue with our day-to-day businesses. The situation is beyond the control of municipalities which normally take care of water supply. Saving water is not hard. We simply need to be smart about using what we have. Rethinking the way we use water both indoors and outdoors - will help stretch our limited supplies and ensure water is there when we need it. If we all work together, we can make a difference.” continued DubeNcube. -Supplied
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MSUNDUZI Municipality Executive Committee(Exco)memberssecondedthe idea to establish a yearly budget for the Midlands Hindu Society to host the Msunduzi Diwali Festival on an annual basis. Exco member Thulani Xulu said that as the Diwali festival takes place every year, it makes sense to recommend for its annual funding rather than letting the Midlands Hindu Society submit proposals to council each year. “Onceitisanannualevent,wewilllook at how we can fund this event annually rather than looking at proposals every year,” he said. Exco agreed to assist the Midlands Hindu Society with R239 515, with only R150 000 being paid to them in cash and the rest being services provided to them in kind for the marquee, sound stage and décor. “Even though budget has been allocated in this financial year for this particular event, I would like to see more NGOs and NPOs of this nature having more of an active participation in terms of our public participation processes, and the indication of our annual budgets. “As this is one of the major events in the calendar of events for the city of choice, my recommendation is that a three-year funding model be moved to assist this particular organisation,” said Exco member Manilal Inderjit. Mayor Chris Ndlela said that it is important to support activities which speak to the city’s cultural and religious diversity. “It is a major event. It is important that we are supportive of such initiatives,” he said.
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OUSAFZAI Malala of Pakistan and Kailash Satyarthi of India have shared the honour of being bestowed as the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize winners. The prize money of 11 million rands ($1.1million) will be shared between the two deserving winners. Satyarthi, an activist against child labour, is the voice of almost five million voiceless children who are incessantly exploited by major companies in India. An accolade of international magnitude is worthy recognition for the selfless work they do. However in the case of India, it begs the question of the constitutional protection of children’s rights in the country. Is the government turning a blind eye to the abuse of children? Satyarthi, a qualified engineer, quit his career to concentrate his energy on his fight for the plight of the millions of suppressed children in his country. Parents of these children cannot find employment yet their offspring, as young as five, are used illegally in the labour market. Great leaders are exposed to
inhumane conditions and instead of complaining about the situation, they formulate a constructive plan to bring about awareness of the injustices being perpetrated. Satyarthi acknowledged that child labour is an evil and highlighted this evil for the consumption of the rest of the world. The Nobel Peace prize conferred upon Satyarti is a fitting recognition for a sacrifice to the human race. The clear message that has to resonate around the world is that child trafficking, child abuse and child labour must be eliminated and eradicated. Yousafzai Malala, the young and tenacious teenager, is the epitome of hope for almost 57 million children not receiving an education. Her fight was against the laws of the Taliban in Pakistan, who stated that girls were not allowed to attend school to receive an education. After being shot in October 2012 in the head three times by Taliban extremists, shewassenttoBirminghamforbrainsurgery. Malala, a vociferous and fearless teenager, made a decision to speak out SUNDAY SPECIAL Siyagunda/Haircuts R15 Now with Internet Cafe
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The swimming pool debate THANK you for highlighting the problems at public swimming pools (“Lets go swimming”, Maritzburg Fever, 1 October 2014). The response from Msunduzi Municipality spokesperson, Thobeka Mafumbatha regarding the qualifications of lifeguards smacks of dishonesty. An inquiry from the Concerned Swimming Fraternity (CSF) to the deputy municipal manager (corporate services) Boniwe Zulu, confirmed that the lifeguard from Sobantu failed and he is currently hospitalised, the lifeguard at Buchanan Street did not take the test as he is applying for a medical board, while the under qualified lifeguard at Woodlands was being sent for the test by the municipality in the next month or two. When Ms Zulu was made aware that persons with invalid qualifications were knowingly supervising the public, and that was unlawful, and her indifference was to be reported to the public protector, she replied that “she was not threatened.” JAY JUGWANTH Via email
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against the unjust laws. Her notion was if she did not speak out, she would be killed and if she spoke out she would be killed so she chose to speak out. She unequivocally reiterated the statement that children need to stand up for their rights and never remain silent. She thanked her father for giving her the opportunity to fly and never clipping her wings.Shesaidoneteacher,onebookand one pen can change the world. Despite being almost killed by the Taliban, she stated that she is afraid of a few things like ghosts and the dark but she will never be afraid of the Taliban. Herfightfortherightforgirlstoreceive an equal education in a volatile situation is an excellent choice for Malala to be a jointwinneroftheNobelPeaceprize.Malala from Pakistan and Kailash from India share the same sentiments. They want to see both countries living side by side in peace and harmony. This is the start of new beginnings and the first time that a Pakistani and a Indian recipient have shared this great prize. VIJAY SURUJPAL Via email
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Netcare St Annes partnered with Reach for Recovery, a breast cancer support group, to educate the public about breast cancer during October, which is International Breast Cancer Month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women. It is critical that women regularly examine their own breasts and go for routine checkups as early detection is crucial. Reach for recovery will be hosting educational open days at Netcare St Anne’s every Thursday during the month of October from 9am till 3pm. For more information, contact Denise at 033 347 2366. Pictured at the Breast Cancer awareness day are (from left) Cicely Meter, Phindile Libanje, Shubnum Ismail, Denise Phillips and Janine Elliott.
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Coping with examtime stress STEPHEN COAN ORGANISATIONS that deal with stress and anxiety are preparing for the annual deluge of calls from matric pupils as the countdown for the final exams begins. The finals get under way in October and continue to the end of November. “It’s a very stressful time for young people,” said Dumisile Nala, national executive officer of Childline South Africa. “We get a lot of calls, especially if they haven’t prepared well. This is a particular source of anxiety at exam time.” South African Depression and Anxiety Group (Sadag) spokesperson Meryl da Costa said they receive calls throughout the year, but there is “an additional spike during the exam period from students who may be stressed, or who are looking for helpful tips and ways of coping during this period”. Childline advises pupils on study techniques as well as how to negotiate with parents. “Childrenoftenhavechorestodoat home,” said Nala. “We ask parents to give their children some leeway at this
time.” Nala said another stress factor is the huge pressure to pass matric. “They are made to feel it’s the beall and endall of life. But they have got alternatives, though at the time it feels very stressful.” Clinical psychologist Dr Bev Killian said this time of the year is “amazingly stressful” for both pupils and parents. Killian said matric has an “enormously inflated importance in the minds of South Africans”. “If you get through it, it’s as though you’ve made it in life. “Matric is just one stepping stone in a child’s life. Not only the children, but parents get really worried; there is the pressure of getting into university and the strict criteria involved.” Killian recommended drawing up a studyroutineatthebeginningtheyear, otherwise when pupils get close to the exam they realise they are “not ready and then they freak”. Killian said such a routine should also schedule in free time so pupils don’t burn out. Da Costa said that pressure on children often comes from parents and families. “However, when a student doesn’t get the results they wanted, or if they fail a subject or the year, we stress to them it is not the end, that there are other options they can consider. “But having the support from their families, teachers and schools helps students gain confidence and gives themthesupporttheyneedduringthis time.”
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S matrics gear up to write one of the most important exams in their life, a large number of them are facing an additional source of stress - their indecision about what they are going to study next year. “It is important for school leavers in thissituationtodealdecisivelywiththe issue, as pushing this stress to the back of their minds while trying to focus on their exams will impact negatively on their ability to perform to the best of their ability,” says Dr Felicity Coughlan, director of the Independent Institute of Education. Coughlan says that pupils in this situation will constantly battle the twin stresses of the exams as well as uncertainty about the future, and that this will take away from the all-important focus required to perform optimally when writing their papers. She says that dealing with the issue of post-matric will allow them to direct their energies appropriately, and advises putting aside some time to dispose of the “what am I going to be when I grow up” conundrum. “Schedule a few days to thoroughly investigate your options and make a decisionaboutwhereitisthatyouwant to go,” she says. Coughlan advises pupils to use this time to consider three aspects, which will help them decide on their future
studies: BE REALISTIC Look at your subjects and your envisaged results. It is no use shooting for medicine when you did not take the requisite subjects during your final school years. But it is equally important, even when you do have the right subjects, to be realistic about the level of performance that is required to get in to medicine and to have a plan B. It is also probably not a good idea to look at studying design when you have neverliftedacreativefingerinyourlife. But you would be doing yourself a disservice to not consider design if you are very creative - even if you did not do Visual Arts at school. The connection between school and what you do next is not totally linear. Consider your subjects, your marks, and your interests. DO YOUR HOMEWORK Therearecountlessinstitutionsand courses out there. It is no longer the case that a universitydegreeistheonlyoptionifyouwant a successful career - not only are there interesting options in the diploma and higher certificate space, but degrees themselves are now widely available from registered private higher education institutions that may well offer you an experience more suited to your needs.
Many private institutions offer specific additional focus areas such as work-integrated courses with the sole aim of equipping you to perform on the job from day one. There are also far more options available today than there were even five years ago - new fields, new courses, new institutions, new opportunities. DRAW UP A SHORTLIST AND PUT YOUR CONCERNS TO REST Once you’ve determined which courses interest you, check to see that you meet the entrance criteria and find out when applications close - it is soonerthanyoumaythink.Drawupashortlist and diarise when the application for each course needs to be submitted, and get them in on time. Make sure you submit more than one application for more than one option to more than one type of institution. Hedge your bets. Then put your concerns aside and focus wholly on doing your absolute best in your final exam. “Although you won’t be worrying about your post-matric direction anymore, the options will simmer in your subconscious, and you will almost certainly, when the time comes, know exactly which road to pursue,” Dr Coughlan says. - Supplied.
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HE annual Msunduzi Hospice Festive Fair takes place on 1 November from 8am to 3pm at Hospice House, 200 Zwartkop Road, Prestbury. The organisers, in a press release, describe the fair as a shopper’s delight at which one can expect to be spoilt by a variety of craft items on sale, including Christmas decorations and table settings,homemadejams,cakes,white elephant, gift pack ideas, a tea garden and light lunches. “Beat the morning rush and enjoy a full farmhouse breakfast of pancakes, tea/coffee and cake, while enjoying a fabulous line up of entertainment by various schools from around the city,” said statement. “Also joining us is PMB’s very own singing sensation Ashleigh. The Hospice Shop, Bookshop and the new shop, The Sidewalk, will also be open,” continued the organisers. Msunduzi Hospice relies heavily on the public and appreciates the ongoing support, especially at their events. For an inquiries, contact Rashida Vagh at 033 344 1560 or email fundraiser@hospicekzn.co.za
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Singing sensation Ashleigh will entertain at the Msunduzi Hospice festive fair to be held on 1 November.
The first annual Bikers4Bandanas event will take place on 19 October. Bikers will meet at the 24 hour Spar at the bottom of Hesketh Drive in Hayfields and will be riding to Nottingham Road Hotel. Registration will be at 8am and the ride will start at 8.30am. All are welcome, including scooters. The entry fee for this fun event is R50 which includes a Sunflower Bandana. To find out more information about the ride, or to sponsor a lucky draw prize, please contact Kenwyn at 083 632 3224 or kenwyn@sunflowerfund.org.za. Pictured are (from left) Dale Cronje, Kenwyn Geyser and Johan van Rensburg getting ready for the bike ride.
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The St John’s D.S.G matric dance is always a glamorous affair, and this year didn’t disappoint. The theme, ‘Night Circus’, was admired by many and the highlight of the evening, is always the dad and daughter first dance. Pictured having their dance are Athol Currie (L) and his daughter Sarah.
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Jodi Moreno, who is currently in Grade one at Laddsworth Primary School, came first in the CMATHS/SEMAS KZN regional championship which was held recently. Jodi was awarded the champion of champions trophy at mini level.
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The preprimary boys of Cordwalles Preparatory School recently spent quality time with their grandparents, exploring their classrooms and doing fun activities together. Tristan Durow is pictured icing biscuits with his Grandpa, Dave Durow.
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The Russell High girls recently held a school civvies day to celebrate Heritage Day. The girls were invited to represent the various cultures of South Africa by dressing in traditional attire. Pictured are just some of the pupils who enjoyed the colourful day (from left) Nokwanda Ndlovu, Nompilo Ntuli, Ashley Voges, Nosipho Nxumalo and Tamica Van der Merwe.
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Suzuki SX4 GLX THE original Suzuki SX4 was a pioneer of the C-segment crossover market. Now the latest iteration of this distinctive trendsetter claims to haveestablishednewstandardsthatpropelthe attractive, sporty and inherently versatile SUV to even greater heights. “The SX4 is a crossover that brings together Suzuki’s compact-car know-how with technologies honed for sport utility vehicles. What has happened is that for the new SX4, Suzuki has evolved its renowned all-wheel drive technologies,” said Francois van Eeden, national marketing manager of Suzuki Auto South Africa. The vehicle is not short of bells and whistles. The standard four-speaker MP3-compatible CD receiver is linked to a USB slot located in the centre console to accommodate a flash drive and has Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free telephony and audio streaming, each controlled by switches on the steering-wheel. It’s equipped with cruise control, power windows (front and rear), remote central locking,immobiliserandalarm,multi-function trip data computer and manual aircon. There’sanarsenalofsafetyfeatures-stability control, seven airbags and IsoFix child-seat
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audio display with 10-speakers (replacing the small-screen, sixspeaker system), rotary-style Lexus Remote Touch (EMVN) controller and rain-sensing wipers. The Lexus ES receives improved safety courtesy of the Rear Cross Traffic Alert (RCTA). It uses the vehicles Blind Spot Monitor (BSM) radar to detect vehicles approaching from behind. When a vehicle is detected, RCTA alerts drivers with a visualdisplayontheside-mirrorsand a buzzer. It’s particularly useful when reversing in a busy parking lot. Lexus’ IS range benefits from a number of updates including the addition of a rear monitor and an upgraded audio system borrowed from the IS 350 E. - Wheels24.
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“Duke” takes on new look THE annual “Duke of York” 16km trail run and 5km fun run takes place at 7am on Sunday, 26 October 2014. The race starts and finishes at the Bishopstowe Farmer’s Hall on the TableMountain Road just outside of Pietermaritzburg. Walkers are also invited to participate in both the 16km trail run and 5km fun run events. However dogs, bicycles, prams, wheelchairs, cars, spectators and littering, will not be permitted on the course for safety reasons, and due to the rugged natureoftheterrainandthefactthattheroutepasses through a protected conservancy area. In a break from the “traditional” flying scramble format,inwhichrunnerswerechallengedtobreakthe 55 minute and 60 minute barriers for their gold and silver medals respectively on a fast, downhill course, the new 16km trail run follows a tough, hilly course on dirt roads, farm tracks, fire breaks and a very scenic 4km single track section along the bank of the
Msunduzi River, on the newly cut Dusi2C mountain bike route, which passes the notorious SonofaGun Rapid. Race entry fees are R80 for the 16km and R25 for the 5km. A temporary licence fee of R20 will also apply to nonlicensed entrants in the 16km only. Licensed runners and walkers will be required to participate in their full club kit, with their 2014 KZNA licence numbers clearly displayed on their tops, both front and back. A minimum age limit of 15years will apply for the 16km and nine years for the 5km. Specially minted “Duke of York” medals will be presented to all finishers within the cut off times of three hours for the 16km and two and a half for the 5km. There will be no online preentry facilities available. All entries will be taken at the Pietermaritz burg Collegians Club, 381 Boshoff Street, on 25 October from 2pm and at the Bishopstowe Farmer’s Hall before the start of the event on 26 October from 5.30am. For more information on prize monies and directions to the event, email collegians.harri ers@gmail.com or visit www.collegiansharriers.co.za. Supplied.
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