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Contents Elate 6
A note from aha Hotels & Lodges’ CEO: Graeme Edmond
Regulars 10 EVENTS For Art and Soul: William Kentridge Exhibition Winter Warmers: Franschhoek Wines and winemaking experience
Read our interview with Maps Maponyane on page 16
aha Portfolio 74 aha Hotels & Lodges’ latest portfolio
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Cover star: Maps Maponyane Image: ©Andy Koodge
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12 Phoenix chair from Love Milo’s ecocollection
32 All things Beauty!! Beauty and skin care trends
Hot spots 14 Lapo’s Kitchen update
Exclusive 16 Masego ‘Maps’ Maponyane on leaving an authentic life, travelling, business, and embracing the growing pains. .
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38 30 Features 30 Megan Ross hangs with Guinness World record holder, DJ Arch Jnr
32 Liezel Van Der Westhuizen’s long-haul in-flight fitness tips
21 Art: Julia Forman Colour contrasts
aha Travel 24 38 42 64
aha The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa aha Thakadu River Camp Chobe Marina Lodge aha Casa Do Sol Hotel & Resort
aha Food 50 Healthy treats with FUTURELIFE® Smart food™
Encore 70 Japan’s main cities
Hot books 78 Latest book releases 4 | aha MOMENTS!
14 Hot Spots Lapo’s Kitchen Update
a moment with the ceo
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e are halfway through 2019, and winter is upon us, but the weather doesn’t necessarily mean you have to stay cooped up indoors. There’s more to winter than sitting on the couch and trying to keep warm. aha Hotels & Lodges can make your winter so much more interesting, or even adventurous. There are plenty of exciting destinations throughout South Africa that you can ‘get away’ to if you want to escape that winter cabin fever. You could even take a short flight or scenic drive to one of our close neighbours – like Zambia, or Botswana – for a dose of sunlight and some warm African hospitality. aha Hotels & Lodges has a property to suit any taste, whether you’re looking to get out of the cold or embrace it – perhaps in a cosy chalet with a fireplace, surrounded by picturesque mountains. Much like mountains, life also has its ups and downs. This month’s cover star, entrepreneur, actor, TV presenter, fashion designer, MC, model, creative consultant, voice over artist, philanthropist and more, Masego ‘Maps’ Maponyane, has undoubtedly had both. He’s made a great success of himself but has experienced some low points too. Read our exclusive on this self-made South African media icon on pages 16-19. If you’re looking for a touch of adventure off the beaten track this winter, look no further than the aha Chobe Marina Lodge. Situated at the crossroads where Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Namibia meet, the lodge brings the best of these four regions together in a spectacular fashion. From safaris to sightseeing cruises, tiger fishing and even bungee jumping for the brave, Chobe Marina Lodge is purest Africa at its best. Nearby Chobe National Park houses the world’s largest African elephant population and the rare African wild dog species. Read more about this unforgettable destination on pages 58-61. aha Casa do Sol Hotel & Resort in Hazyview is another destination you won’t want to miss. It’s the perfect getaway with a Mediterranean touch, surrounded by 500 hectares of natural beauty. It’s loved by hikers, and the dining and accommodation options are world-class. Read more about it on pages 64-66. At aha, we believe that Africa’s singular beauty and living spirit of adventure is something to be celebrated. You can choose your own adventure at any one of our properties in South Africa, Zambia or Botswana. The aha Thakadu River Camp (featured on pages 38-40), for example, takes ‘glamping’ to a whole new level. And aha The David Livingstone Safari Lodge and Spa on the banks of the mighty Zambezi River (pages 24-26), will leave you with an unforgettable snapshot of everything that makes Africa so beautiful, all in one place. It’s an image that will stay with you long after you’ve left. In keeping with adventurous spirits, SA’s Got Talent winner DJ Arch Jr. became the world’s youngest club DJ at just five-years-old. Find out more about this diminutive but rapidly growing music star on pages 28-30. We also talk to Rugby Legend Stefan Terblanche on pages 68-69 about the Rugby World Cup 2019 taking place in Japan in just a few months’ time. Plan your next getaway at the world-class aha destination of your choice. Visit our website, www.aha.co.za to brighten up those winter months and chase away those icy blues with some home-grown luxury and hospitality. Enjoy the adventures to come!
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Readers’ letters
Norah Keye, who wrote this issue’s winning letter, takes home Eco-Earth Monaco luggage set valued at R2500
Welcome and thank so much for joining our community. In our last issue, we asked our readers to share some of their treasured memories and experiences about their recent travels. Well done to all those who shared their beautiful images with us, and congratulations to the winner! Hi There
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First time I have read your magazine at the Slow Lounge at OR Tambo. Very interesting and informative. I travel the world and always return to our beautiful country, of which I see you have some awesome Hotels and Lodges. My personal favourite areas in South Africa are Natal and Pilanesberg. Ivory Tree Lodge looks fabulous will put that on my list as a must do. Gateway in Umhlanga is another firm favourite of mine. Also, a mind, body and spirit person yoga is part of my life for at least 15 years, so I loved the article on Connect Up.
I happened to pick up your magazine while I am relaxing in the FNB slow lounge travelling back to Cape Town from Sandton on business. While I have been away I have decided I would love to bring my son to Joburg on a safari experience, he is 8. What I loved about your magazine are all the beautiful [accommodations] you recommend. All are exciting and beautiful, and my only problem is deciding which one to book. Can’t wait to bring my son on a lovely adventure. Thank you for recommendations!
Cook it like Chef Mynhardt is also awesome, I will try his ideas! Well done on producing such an awesome magazine, and in print, too: it’s nice to hold in our digital world.
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On the international scene, Russia has to be one of the most fascinating and interesting destinations that I have been to lately not to be missed by the avid traveller. I have travelled and lived in the world and loved Russia, so from Russia with love, I will say, adios amigos. Thanks & kind regards, Norah Keye
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Well done on a stunning magazine, love the glossy pages and beautiful photo’s. My best in issue 10 is Cook it Like Chef Mynhardt. I love his creative pairing of food types and easy to follow recipes and the visual drama of his finished dishes. Looking forward to trying my hand at his dishes soon, with all of my special family and friends.
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The Three Wards and My Three Picks: After tasting the Pinots from the beautiful 2017 vintage, we can start seeing homogeneity in the three areas. The clay-rich ‘Valley’ ward, close to Hermanus, offers broader shoulders and spicy dark fruit. Storm Vrede 2017 reaches for the stars.
A Guide on Hemel-en-Aarde’s Pinot Noir by Roland Peens – Director at Wine Cellar The wines of Burgundy are the hottest wines in the world right now. Prices of the most soughtafter ‘Crus’ grew 40% last year, on what were already astonishing market prices. You will need half a million rand to buy the most expensive wine in the market. Demand for Burgundy is linked partly to the small volumes of their top wines and slightly to the high quality that only Burgundy can achieve with Pinot Noir. There seems to be no end to this bull-run as more of the world’s wealthy enter the luxury market. Earlier in the year at the Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir Celebration, we discussed the valley’s stature compared to the world of Pinot Noir. There are pockets around the globe that can produce special Pinot and compete with Burgundy. In comparing quality, Hemel-en-Aarde scores very well in the most respected world wine publication, the Wine Advocate. Burgundy wines averaged 93 points for the 2016 vintage, and Hemel-en-Aarde came in just under 91 points, behind Central Otago and the Ahr in Germany. It seems that our little valley outside Hermanus can produce world-class Pinot Noir. The amount of Pinot Noir produced in the Hemel-en-Aarde is tiny, however, and more specialisation is required to reach a wider audience. Anthony Hamilton Russell has been driving the image of the valley internationally for more than two decades. Along with Bouchard Finlayson, their collaboration with new producers is an excellent launchpad for success. Anthony has also assisted in dividing the region into three wards, as the next step in the journey.
Moving to the ‘Upper’ ward, the granite soils offer a finer acidity and intense perfume. Storm and Newton Johnson lead the way, but Bosman vineyards is a relative newcomer, and winemaker Corlea Fourie is making great Pinot Noir. In fact, the Bosman Upper Hemelen-Aarde Pinot 2017 is simply the best value at R160 and shows the true quality of the region. The ‘Ridge’ at the end of the appellation is higher in altitude and offers a bluefruited note to the wines. The newest of the wards shows lots of promise, the Creation Art of Pinot 2017 is, however, dazzling! It offers tremendous depth, power and age-ability with luxurious tannins and floral notes. And it’s worth the thousand Rand price tag. To order fine wines at Wine Cellar, please visit http://www.winecellar.co.za/ §
NewsFlash! There’s a new GM in Town From being South Africa’s first black female ranger, Patience Segametsi Matlapeng has assumed a new role within the business. Her career was launched through a community project in 1999 called the Madikwe Initiative. She then joined the Thakadu theatre group as a performer and dancer, and as the saying goes, the rest is history. Patience has taken the reigns as the new General Manager of aha Thakadu River Camp which is set in the Madikwe Game Reserve within the riverine canopy along the banks of the Marico River and along the Botswana border about 20km from Gaborone.
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events guide
For Art and Soul The largest exhibition to be held in Africa in over a decade by internationally acclaimed artist William Kentridge is set to open in Cape Town in August. The major exhibition of his work will be hosted simultaneously in two parts by Norval Foundation and the Zeitz Museum of Contemporary Art Africa (Zeitz MOCAA), opening 24 August and running through to March 2020. Local art enthusiasts and international visitors to Cape Town – a fast-growing cultural capital – will gain access to many different works, executed over decades, by William Kentridge in two of the city’s leading art institutions at the same time, with the artist’s Why Should I Hesitate? Sculpture on view at Norval Foundation and Why Should I Hesitate? Putting Drawings To Work on display at Zeitz MOCAA. Why Should I Hesitate? Sculpture, will be on view at Norval Foundation and will present three-dimensional work of William Kentridge from the past 19 years.
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This will be the first exhibition internationally to address Kentridge’s output as a sculptor. Covering several bodies of work, and testifying to his longstanding and spontaneous improvisation when handling three-dimensional form, Why Should I Hesitate? Sculpture sees the origins of these works in props from his operas and images from his animations stepping off the stage and out of the screen, confronting us directly at ground level. Why Should I Hesitate? Sculpture will also premiere new works commissioned for the occasion of this special exhibition. The exhibitions will be accompanied by a series of talks and performances with the artist, and leading voices in the cultural sector. OPENING EVENTS A series of member events and public programmes will be held across both venues over the opening weekend, Saturday 24 and Sunday 25 August 2019.
Exhibition title: Why Should I Hesitate? Sculpture Venue: Atrium and Galleries 2-8, Norval Foundation, 4 Steenberg Road, Tokai Run dates: 24 August 2019 – 23 March 2020 Exhibition curators: Karel Nel, Owen Martin, Talia Naicker, Vicky Lekone
Exhibition title: Why Should I Hesitate? Putting Drawings To Work Venue: Level 3 Galleries and throughout, Zeitz MOCAA; Silo District, V&A Waterfront Run dates: 25 August 2019 – 23 March 2020 Exhibition curators: Azu Nwagbogu, assisted byTammy Langtry
For Better Winter Days Winter is here, and the best part is that Franschhoek is #OpenForWinter. Brave the weather and head to the Franschhoek Cellar for this year’s edition of Franschhoek Winter Wines. Inspired by the season this Winter warmer festival will take place on Saturday, 15 June (11am to 4pm). The cozy setting of the cellar is the ideal location to mingle with the Franschhoek Vignerons who will be showcasing some of their finest seasonal red wines at this bespoke event. Complement your wines with soul satisfying seasonal inspired food – the perfect components for braving the cold weather. Live music will round off what
promises to be the perfect day out to the Franschhoek Wine Valley. Tickets are available directly from www.webtickets.co.za at R295 per person. This includes a complimentary wine glass, a tasting of all the wines on show, a R20 voucher (to be redeemed on the day). For an additional fee enjoy a tutored wine tasting with one of the Valley’s winemakers – an opportunity to learn more about the art of winemaking. Watch the press for further details on these tastings.
Decorex Joburg Running over five days at the Gallagher Convention Centre, you’ll see the finest concepts and products expertly curated from a collection of designers and manufacturers. The African continent is positioning itself as a global style icon, fusing the influences of international trend-makers with the unique colour and vibrancy that characterises its people and cultures. The impact of this colourful continent on the 2019 lifestyle trends will be brought
home through the features and products showcasing at Africa’s biggest décor and design exhibition – Decorex SA. This year’s theme ‘Designing for Africa – feels like home’ encapsulates the re-birth of the African style powerhouse.
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HOT picks
African Crowns collection This selection was inspired by classic hairdos dating back from the early 19th century.
Nasara Screen This metal framed screen with rope weaving is inspired by the fan-shaped hairstyle worn by Queen Nayara, one of the wives of Chief Avenge in the DRC during the early 1900s. The screen structure is powder coated, has weaved rope details and comes with planters.
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Dress your walls with this chic yet functional custom mirror by TheUrbanNative. This half circle greycoloured mirror has a steel structure, fringed and beadwork detail which were inspired by the endless braided hair of the Wambo tribe in Namibia in the ‘40s.
Fly with Phoenix
Say hello to the Phoenix chair. Love Milo’s latest bespoke piece with hand printed cotton canvas fabric, oak legs and a beautifully upholstered quality finish. Used alone as a signature piece in your home, or as a statement around the dining table, the Phoenix chair will add visual interest and a classic, yet trendy edge to any colour scheme. Available in the popular Love Milo designs: triangle, dragonfly and branch, the chairs are made-to-order. Price: R3,500. For more visit www.lovemilo.com aha MOMENTS! | 13
HOT Spots
Kitchen Lapo’s
An Afro-Italian affair at Josephine Mill Museum
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tarting out as a European style, long-table, social dining affair in his own home in Observatory. The word soon spread, partly due to the jaw-dropping food offering but also because of Lapo’s inherent and genuine love for people and his energetic and effortless Italian hosting and soon the pop-up dinner series had become an everyday affair. In February 2019, Chef Magni acquired a dining space at the historic, Josephine Mill, in Newlands. Built soon after 1819, the iron wheel continues to create stone-ground flours and now boasts the perfect counterpart as its ‘host’ to this historic site. From weekly ‘pop-up’ events, centred on shared feasts at his famed long table, the social dining side of Lapo’s kitchen has since expanded to include
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from emerging farmers and entreprenuers from all over the Western Cape, supporting small farmers who make a significant impact in line with Lapo’s core values and food philosophy. The innovation doesn’t end with his own idea pool; space was also designed to cater to corporates and other chefs, with the idea being that you’re able to curate and host your private event within this collaborative space. To book visit: www.laposkitchen.com
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symbiotic events combining yoga classes with weekend brunches as well as his latest series dubbed ‘The Climate Diet’. In partnership with Soapbox SA, it aims to better educate interested foodies and environmentalists on menu ideas that take into account issues like deforestation, water shortage and ethical farming. The organic and sustainable approach runs as a constant theme in Lapo’s Kitchen and within his team. Ingredients such as herbs and meat are sourced
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he name says it all! Escape the city buzz and experience farm style dining at Intaba View which is located within the Valley of 1000 Hills. Feed off the atmosphere and soak in the majestic views of the famous valley. The eatery is open on Monday to Sunday for breakfast, lunch, Friday and Saturdays for dinner, al fresco dining is available on our patio and grassed areas, and during the winter months, a cosy fireplace warms the interior of our restaurant.
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Masego ‘Maps’ Maponyane is living his best life — but he’s also not afraid of sharing the downside, too. Text Trevor Crighton | Images © Supplied
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aps Maponyane’s last five Instagram posts, at the time of writing, saw him having a casual lunch in Florence, practising his ‘Blue Steel’ on the street in Paris, urging South Africans to vote in the May general election, wishing everyone a Happy Easter and sipping Grey Goose at the source, the 17th-century manor home in Cognac. While it’s easy to write this kind of imagery off to ‘living the Instagram life’, the reality is that this IS Maps’ life – and he’s very much aware of how lucky he is. Authenticity has always been key to ‘Brand Maps’, and it’s one of the reasons he is so successful. Shots of him striding across a road in Paris or jetting off to his double-digit international destination of the year in a Business Class seat aren’t there for the sake of bragging rights – it’s just a glimpse into the busy life he leads. “I don’t like presenting
unfair expectations and giving people unrealistic aspirations – especially young people – on social media,” he says. “It’s not real – it’s something I’ve always tried to be conscious of, and I’ve tried to show the ups and the downs”. True to form, alongside the glamorous fashion portraits sit a few heartfelt posts dedicated to the tech company he had to close down in 2018. The end of the caption reads: “Eventually, with every option exhausted, just like everyone involved trying to get it back on its feet and running comfortably, it had to be put on life support. By then the frustration is too much, you’ve done everything you can, and you just have to close your eyes and let go”. He says it’s essential to document the ebb and flow of both business and life, because “the reel can’t only reflect the highlights”. Part of the learning experience with the company was that nothing is ever guaranteed and you always have to be aware of the risks. “You need to be able to take the hit, if necessary – you have to be prepared to absorb the knocks. I definitely don’t regret backing, building and putting my own money into it because I believed in it and I can’t put a price on what I learned. I certainly don’t regret it, but wish it hadn’t been that way,” he says. He’s always been the face of several brands – notably Samsung, >> aha MOMENTS! | 17
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My role is to show people that they can make a huge difference in the life of an entire community by simply giving of their time and skills, on even the smallest scale. If we’re not looking after the future and what it can hold for us as Africans, there won’t be one – the continent will never realise its full potential and will continue to be dependent on foreign aid.” Google and Mercedes-Benz – but he’s also on a mission to create brands of his own. He collaborated with GM & Ahrens to create an MCC of his own, which has quietly been doing the rounds with collectors and wine & bubbly aficionados for the last year or so, and he’s now toying with taking it commercial. “It’s called Spectacle because MCC’s are associated with celebrations and we think that it’s something that can make any occasion a spectacle,” he says. “It’s a high-quality, highend product that we think stands up to France’s quality champagnes and we hope that it’ll find appreciation amongst fine diners, wine connoisseurs and people willing to spend the money on enjoying a product made to very high standards”. If all goes to plan – and he 18 | aha MOMENTS!
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decides to take it ‘commercial’ – Spectacle will be available from around September 2019. No stranger to time in front of the camera, he’s assuming the role of Producer alongside Terry Pheto on a new local film directed by Akin Omotoso, being shot in Johannesburg as you read this. “Convincing prospective investors to put money up for a local film has been quite a challenge,” says Maps. “It’s tricky to convince someone to part with their money when there’s no guarantee of success – but the team we’ve assembled is dedicated to doing everything that needs to be done to make it a success”. Philanthropy is taking an ever-more prominent role in his day-to-
day life, as borne out by his involvement with the Laureus Foundation and his appointment as a Volunteer Advocate for UNICEF South Africa. Of the former, he says he’s incredibly supportive of the work they do in utilising sports to ensure that children across the world are given fair life opportunities, lessons and skills. “Children who come from troubled backgrounds can so easily head down rabbit holes of problematic behaviour or lives of crime, and Laureus has implemented some amazing programmes to give them opportunities to stay off the streets and show them their real potential,” he says. “Sport gives them added hope that they can make a difference in their own lives – and in the lives of others, too”. His work with UNICEF is part of his mission to champion Early Childhood Development (EDC), something particularly close to his
heart. “UNICEF has these wonderful support programmes for children from communities which are struggling with the results of famine, disasters, a lack of educational opportunities and a host of other issues. They rally people to support by volunteering and giving their time – money isn’t always the most important contribution – and anyone can help,” he says. “My role is to show people that they can make a huge difference in the life of an entire community by simply giving of their time and skills, on even the smallest scale. If we’re not looking after the future and what it can hold for us as Africans, there won’t be one – the continent will never realise its full potential and will continue to be dependent on foreign aid”. Travel – for work and pleasure – remains a big part of his life, with trips to the U.S., France, Italy, England, Zimbabwe, Zambia,
Monaco, Dubai, Sweden, Norway, Denmark and New Zealand already ticked off, or on the cards for 2019 alone. “Of the Nordic countries, I’ve only ever been to Finland, and I’m excited to explore the others because they inspire a lot of my ideas about design and ways of thinking. I really appreciate those societies and how they manage to create such incredible environments for people to live in,” he says. He’ll be there as a guest of Mercedes-Benz, who are launching a host of new electric and hybrid ‘EQ’ cars. “What’s fascinating is that Norway has just become the first country with as many electric cars on the road as there are, combustion-engined cars. That’s staggering”. What’s next? You never can tell, with Maps – but it’s sure to be authentic, whether it’s a big win or a hard knock. aha MOMENTS! | 19
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Contrast in Colour, Lights and Shade Text: Jade Novelist | Images: © Julia Forman
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urban based artist Julia Forman’s work captures the essence of the subject. Her brush is guided by emotions and passion, which brings out the bright and colourful works. Julia loves playing with new ideas, which pop up as she works, and the spectrum of colour, which leads to her changing her paintings. As few artists would, Julia’s work captures images we might have seen at some time, those special moments in time. Her figures are more about attitude and character, rather than perfect renditions. “When I complete a figure painting, the character and I have become one. Having spent many hours together, we know each other well”.
For the past nine years, she has exhibited around the country in various shows, such as the Decorex Cape Town and Johannesburg, Art in the Park and the Hilton Arts Festival (Hilton College). Her work is also represented in galleries around Durban, Cape Town and the Drakensberg. Julia’s art is also found in private and corporate collections, both locally and internationally. Julia is inspired by colour contrasts, lights and shade. She had always had a passion for art but never pursued it as a professional career. Instead, she qualified as a professional teacher. While raising her children, she actively got involved in fine arts, painting on fabric, pottery and clothing. She drew further inspiration from her >> aha MOMENTS! | 21
“I have found the only solution is to push on through this, try something different, and challenge myself. Often this point comes before a new level is attained in my work. This is not for the fainthearted. Contrary to popular belief, art is a rollercoaster.” youngest son, who showed talent in visual art, and ventured to take an art lesson. Julia emphasised that she was hooked from day one and has never stopped since. Julia was honoured with an opportunity, which is not presented to many artists, to paint on the fabric used by local designer Gideon for fashion shows. For her, this was an exciting challenge in a different medium. She has been under the tutelage of different teachers over the years and has conducted her own workshops, aiming to help people 22 | aha MOMENTS!
find their own voice in the arts. The fine art profession wasn’t always accepted as a profession, but this was not the case with Julia’s family. She is grateful to her understanding and incredibly supportive family who allowed her to pursue art. Added to this, she is happy to have fellow artists, who are her special friends, encourage, listen, offer advice, and often exhibit alongside her. “I am honoured to share these experiences with them,” she says. So far, in her art career, Julia has
encountered a few obstacles. She brought to our attention that this happens to most artists; they reach a stage in their work where they feel stuck. “I have found the only solution is to push on through this, try something different, and challenge myself. Often this point comes before a new level is attained in my work. This is not for the fainthearted. Contrary to popular belief, art is a rollercoaster.”
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Unparalleled African adventure awaits!
“No one can imagine the beauty of the view from anything witnessed in England. It had never been seen before by European eyes, but scenes so lovely must have been gazed upon by angels in their flight.” – David Livingstone Text & Images © aha Hotels & Lodges
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r David Livingstone, the missionary, explorer and adventurer, who travelled across the length and breadth of Africa, was instrumental in making the rest of the world aware of the continent’s wonder and wild mystique. And when you visit the aha The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa on the legendary Zambezi River, you’ll get a taste of the adventure that the Lodge’s namesake experienced when he first set foot in the untamed wilderness that was to become Zambia. aha The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa brings guests a luxurious five-star experience that’s complemented by Livingstone’s strong spirit of adventure. A
visit to the lodge is likely to be an adventure that will linger in your memory forever, with its extraordinary wildlife and surroundings known to captivate even the most sceptical of travellers. The lodge looks out over the magnificent Mosi-Oa-Tunya National Park, home to hundreds of species of bushveld flora and fauna, which guests can view from the comfort of one of five luxury signature suites or a luxury room equipped with all the comforts of home and more. >> aha MOMENTS! | 25
“The astounding variety of wildlife along Lady Livingstone’s route is genuinely something to behold, with hippos, crocodiles, elephants and other wild game popping up along the way, as you quietly drift through the natural beauty around the mighty Zambezi.”
Adventure-loving travellers are in for a unique experience under the shadow of one of the Seven Wonders of the World, where they can climb aboard the Lady Livingstone – a 144 passenger, three-deck boat – for a sunset cruise with drinks and appetisers. The astounding variety of wildlife along Lady Livingstone’s route is genuinely something to behold, with hippos, crocodiles, elephants and other wild game popping up along the way, as you quietly drift through the natural beauty around the 26 | aha MOMENTS!
mighty Zambezi. There is a wealth of hiking trails, rafting, mountain biking, safaris, horse trails and bird-watching experiences to be enjoyed all along the banks of the Zambezi and its surrounding areas, with each-and-every exploration likely to yield discoveries. The day’s adventure can then be topped off with a gentle body massage or treatment at the Lodge’s ESSE Spa, followed by cocktails and fine Afro-Arabian cuisine served at the Kalai Restaurant and the Ujiji
Bar – completely stocked with the most excellent South African and International wines. aha The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa embodies African adventure at its finest. It’s a slice of history nestled within the vibrant heart of a diverse continent. If you’re lucky enough to venture to this side of the world, you’ll soon feel at home in one of the world’s most exciting destinations.
The address: Riverside Drive, off Sichango Road, Livingstone, Zambia Hotel Contact: +260 (0) 21 332 4601 Bookings on Central Reservations Tel: 010 442 5888 Email: cro@aha.co.za | Web: www.aha.co.za
EXHILIARATING AFRICAN ADVENTURE When it’s adventure that your heart craves, choose aha The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa; a beautifully appointed thatched lodge 10km to the Victoria Falls and set on the banks of the Zambezi. With adventure activities such as bungee jumping, abseiling, game drives, devils pool swim available close to the lodge, you are bound to have an adventure trip of a lifetime.
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ratilwe AJ Hlongwane — a.k.a. DJ Arch Jnr. — burst on to the scene four years ago in 2015, winning South Africa’s Got Talent at the absurdly young age of three-years-old. Since then, DJ Arch Jnr. has succeeded in winning the Guinness World Record for being the youngest ever DJ to play a full 60 minute set, which he did at Platinum Lounge Bar in Cosmo City, Johannesburg, locking down the title at the oh-so-tender age of five years (and 38 days!), and securing his spot as a beloved, household name in South Africa in the process. Earlier this year, the infamous Simon Cowell, told him that “You and
I need to be talking after this show because I’ve got plans for you” and it’s no wonder: playing to crowds of hundreds of people and more has become de rigueur for the young talent, who, it might be said, has maintained as normal a life as possible, thanks to the grounding force of his doting parents. In an interview with Cape Talk presenter, Kieno Kammies, Glen Hlongwane said “…His schoolwork still comes first and he only gets on the decks at home over weekends.” Star struck to say the least, we were fortunate enough to chat to the musical wunderkind about dreaming big, overcoming his fears and what impressive feat he has set his sights on next. >> aha MOMENTS! | 29
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Hi DJ Arch Junior, thank you so much for making time for us in your very busy schedule! Could you please tell us about your most exciting gig to date? My most exciting gig to date was when I went to go perform at AGT (America’s Got Talent) in January this year. I was so excited! You’ve set Guiness world records and DJ’d for thousands of fans: what has been the most difficult or challenging moment for you in your short but jam-packed career? The hardest challenge for me so far has been when I had to break the Guinness World Record [for the youngest DJ in the world to play a 60-minute set] because I had to play for an hour and I had never done that before. 30 | aha MOMENTS!
That’s a long time! And what do you like to get up to when you are not DJ’ing? When I’m not DJ’ing, I like to play Fifa on my PlayStation, or play with my little sister, who is called Jozie. Do you have any words of advice for other children (and grown ups!) who are too afraid to pursue their dreams? I would say that you must follow your dreams, because anything is possible. How do you balance being a famous celebrity and a prodigious DJ with also being just a regular kid? My dad and Mom always make sure that I put school first and then only after that I am allowed to DJ.
Is there somewhere that you dream of DJ’ing one day? I would like to DJ in America. Who is your favourite DJ? My favourite DJ is Black Coffee No surprises there! Do you have a message for your fans here at Moments magazine? Thank you for your support! There are exciting things coming soon. And so, young DJ Arch Junior, where are you off to from here? Just keep looking out for my posts, because more exciting things are coming in the future.
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LIQUID VITAMIN HYDRA MIST Vitamin shot to go. Thoroughly refreshing, uplifting & hydrating facial mist brings moisture & balance back to skin. An oil/water combination infused with a natural vitamin shield to combat dehydration and fight free radical damage. Under or over makeup, keeps skin fresh and radiant on the go.
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Beauty for Him Safari Range Experience a journey through lands of striking scenery, with rolling plains, rugged escarpments and majestic nature with Beauty Factory’s Earthbound Safari range. With a burst of fresh, citrusy neroli balanced by a light, fruity hint of bergamot, the Safari range combines a zesty array of floral and fruity aromas in a rich, heady bouquet for a scent as intense as an African Safari. Shop the range at: www. beautyfactoryonline.co.za 32 | aha MOMENTS!
Brow Wow! Unaiza Suliman updates us on the latest brow trends I have no doubt that you’ve seen brows of all shapes and sizes, since eyebrow trends change from decade to decade. Eyebrows are a prominent feature on one’s face and they have the single biggest effect on your facial structure, youthfulness and overall vibe. The Gram brow has trended for a long time, but this winter, the down-to-earth brow has hit it big. A fluffy, less-perfected brow is the new brow trend and it reigns supreme right now. It also is quicker to style! The key to a fuller brow: use less product and have your own hairs look fuller and darker. Achieve the fluffy texture brow: invest in a brow serum, this will get your brows to grow fuller and thicker. Use a clear brow gel to set the brows upwards to create the fluffy look; layer on a brow powder with a blending brow brush and shadow them in naturally. Having your brows tinted is also a way to go. Just remember: you’ll get a better result if you go two shades darker than your natural hair. Lastly, brush your brows to keep them perfectly groomed.
About Uneiza SA’s Brow Queen Unaiza Suliman, has taken Brow and Lash design to a luxurious new level, with her brand-new concept UniQBrows by Unaiza. While she and her team undoubtedly remain the ultimate masters of brow and lash design, she has broken the glass ceiling by partnering with the deluxe Spas of Distinction group — adding UniQBrows to majority of the groups’ locations across the country. Her brow and lash training academy sees her boost employment with unemployed youth. She believes in hiring the attitude and training the skill. Through skills development training and mentorship, she ensures that each brow technician is uniquely and adequately trained. As the founder and owner of UniQBrows and UniQSkin Unaiza, she is the go-to expert in the brow, skin and beauty industry. She is the official sponsor of Miss South Africa, Mrs South Africa, an ambassador for Kerastase, and is dedicated to empowering women and those around her.
ESSENCE
Marc Schroeder Call to the Wild !
Entrepreneur and adventurer, Marc Schroeder, seemingly had it all: a successful career in finance, a relationship, a supportive family and a promising future ahead of him. But as he himself has admitted, not everything was as it seemed. Text: Megan Ross | Images © Supplied, Sourced
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elf-confessed dog-lover, outdoors guy and - in a past life - financial analyst, Marc Schroeder grew up in a happy, middle class family, attended Rhodes University, and secured a promising corporate job for himself in East London. But during this period of external success, and the accompanying heady lifestyle that financial prosperity made possible, he developed a serious addiction to drugs. Now, a couple years later, and in a complete 360 degree turn, Marc is married, and running the Kashmir Trekking Company in Nepal! We got to chat to him about living in the East, natural highs, and what brought about this dramatic change in his life.
Marc, you’ve sought highs in so many different places, and now you’re building a life around climbing mountains. Why trekking? I have a deep passion for mountain trekking which was first inspired by a trek I did on the Annapurna Circuit in Nepal in 2011. My journey of self-discovery officially began in Nepal. When I returned to the Himalayas in 2016, after resigning from my job, I then visited the Kashmir. After a bizarre series of occurrences and coincidences, I ended up in the serene Kashmir village called 34 | aha MOMENTS!
‘Naranag’. I met a man named Aslam, who is now my partner in a venture we set up called the Kashmir Trekking Company. I arrived in Kashmir after nearly losing my battle with addiction, I was really washed out with very little hope for the future. Aslam and his brothers took me on a trek to the Kashmir Great Lakes that changed my life, a trip that revived me and gave me a reason to live. And today we take people from all over the world on some of the most thrilling and beautiful hiking expeditions on the planet. In light of all of the things you have accomplished, what has been the singlemost important thing you have done in the last decade? There are two: quitting my job in the rat race and following my heart to India and releasing my book ‘Sleeping with Dogs’. Both of these life events have yielded incredible spiritual returns. I wouldn’t have finished the book if I hadn’t quit my job, so I guess the most incredible thing I have done is diving into the unknown and walking away from a 13-year career in finance, a job that was paying me R150k a month. I now have the things that I wanted to badly: love. Health. Purpose. These things have come to me through having faith.
How do you feel about being healthy, mentally and physically and emotionally, after a painful period of physical and emotional distress? When I trek in the Himalayas or swim in the sea, I am so thankful for this sense of vitality, of health and love within me. I guess this sense means more or is more pronounced in recovering addicts because we truly know what the absence of it feels like. I believe addiction is a complex issue; an expression of one’s misery or inability to connect with the world. This belief was validated in 2011, when I went to Nepal for the first time and my addiction was completely muted while I trekked outside and immersed myself in nature. When I returned to my situation it didn’t take long for the addiction to be activated. The popular view is that drugs and alcohol are to blame for addictions, but I think it’s more complicated than that. Has your definition of success changed? Yes my understanding of what success has changed drastically from when I was a student or during my first few years trying to cut it in the financial world. I used to believe that if you were rich, you were successful. Only when I realised how incredibly miserable I was when I was earning more
than ever before did I realise how wrong I was. I now believe success is measured in meaning, or, what we mean to the world we live in, what we do to better the world around us. I believe we are all spiritually connected, and by enriching those around us, we are enriching ourselves. Success is about what you give rather than what you can take. Have you ever noticed how good you feel after performing a random act of kindness? I’m a living example that proves money can’t buy happiness, my advice to school leavers is to try do what they love, give that a go. Money is important but it should never be the anchor of what true success means. Did writing a memoir ever make you feel exposed? The book was written in a very positive space with the intention of inspiring others and maybe even saving lives. When I returned back to the ‘world’ I lived in to relay my ideas and stories people got scared. In the time leading up to the book launch I started getting scared and began to question the whole process. I nearly ended up abandoning the project, which would have been the worst mistake and may have led me back to active addiction. The fear heightened up until the launch of the book, and after the launch the most incredible thing happened: my fear of being judged disappeared and I was able to see it for the lie it really is. Was the actual writing to be a cathartic process for you? It was very difficult at times; it took me straight back to those dark moments, but also to those places where I learned the most about myself. It was one of the most
“Be ruthless about what you want from life. We only have one. I am so grateful that I followed my heart. Our minds tell us that things won’t work out if we try make changes, but the mind cannot tell the future, it can only fear it.” empowering things I have ever gone through and I would do it again. No regrets. What has people’s response to your book been like? Generally, I have had a range of great feedback. “Your bravery in following the path less travelled, but the path that you knew would save you, is pure inspiration,” is what one reader told me, but of course there has been some negative feedback in that there is still a stigma attached to addiction. I challenge this every day as I believe nobody chooses addiction. So, I’ve had people want me to feel ashamed or apologise, which I have done to those I hurt while being addicted, but I am done with apologising for the immeasurable suffering I endured to keep face in society. A of couple years ago, it seemed, to the outsider at least, that you were really thriving in life. What would you say to someone who feels empty or dissatisfied, despite ‘ticking all the boxes’? Be ruthless about what you want from life. We only have one. I am so grateful that I followed my heart. Our minds tell us that things won’t work out if we try make changes, but the mind cannot tell the future, it can only fear it.
The soul knows the future, which is why it is important to take note of our instincts. If you are really unhappy, I encourage anyone to go take a three week trek in Nepal, be still in the great mountains and the soul will speak. You’ve lived so many different lives for someone so young. What do you see for yourself in the future? I’m a married man now with two beautiful children to think about. So for now, I am going to try and be a family guy. My business operates out of the Kashmir Himalayas, so I still get to go there every year which is just what I need. So my future is more trekking, being a dad, a husband and hopefully I’ll get the sequel to ‘Sleeping with Dogs’ out soon. Possible title, ‘Smoking with Gypsies’ – what do you think?
To book a trek through The Kashmir Trekking Company or read Marc’s book, ‘Sleeping with Dogs’ please contact: Email: info@thektc.com Website: www.thektc.com aha MOMENTS! | 35
YOUTH INSPIRATION
Making Aviation History 20 South African Teens Tackle Cape to Cairo Text & Images © Supplied
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n epic adventure, an aviation challenge, youth inspiration, promoting and supporting innovation, technology and entrepreneurship are all the key drivers combined for Africa’s development and transformation as twenty South African teenagers embark on a Cape – Cairo and back excursion in a self-assembled Sling-4 aircraft that uses ordinary motor fuel and was built in three weeks! The excursion, earmarked to start in June 2019, will see different teams of the twenty teenage pilots and charter a course that will cut across several African cities and towns spreading the key messages of an African narrative that started as a dream. Teen pilot, author and motivational speaker Megan Werner, sparked by her passion for inspiring, founded U Dream Global Foundation to
uplift, empower, equip and transform the lives of thousands of youth throughout Africa and the world by dreaming and achieving the impossible as well as succeeding beyond expectations. “The Challenge has an enabled us to take a lot of teenagers from different backgrounds to teach and equip them with life skills that they can take with them into the future,” says Megan. “Throughout Africa, we are hoping to do similar impacting thousands of lives of the youth that are the future of the continent.” Following final inspections and flight certifications, Megan and various teen co-pilots are now set to fly the light aircraft from Cape Town to Cairo and back from June 2019 charting a course across Africa to visit towns and cities in Namibia, Zimbabwe, Malawi, Tanzania, Kenya, Ethiopia, Eritrea to Egypt and a return trip that will
“The Challenge has an enabled us to take a lot of teenagers from different backgrounds to teach and equip them with life skills that they can take with them into the future,” says Megan. “Throughout Africa, we are hoping to do similar impacting thousands of lives of the youth that are the future of the continent.”
include Uganda, Rwanda and Zambia. Voluntary support for logistical aspects of the flight is being provided by CFS, ExecuJet, Worldfuel and Mike Blyth, founder of The Airplane Factory – the enterprise that designed and built the original Sling plane series. The prototype of the Sling 4 was chosen because this type has already been flown twice around the world. Using specially modified, self-made drones, the Challenge will be documented on video as some of the teenagers fly alongside adult supervisors who will use a second Sling-4 aircraft for support to monitor proceedings. Six teenage pilots will take turns to fly the selfassembled plane as the Challenge moves from country to country. For logistics and different needs for the Challenge, various partnerships and sponsorship elements are being sought. The crew requires fuel, accommodation, crew support, commercial flight tickets, branding and documentation.
Interested parties with enquiries and sponsorship interest can contact Simon Manda. Tel: +27 (0) 614075200 Email: simon@mass-media.co.za
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Adventure with a Touch of Luxury
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nestled inside the beautiful Madikwe Game Reserve, on the banks of the Marico River, about 20km from Gaborone in Botswana. Visitors to the Camp can experience all the best things about camping with none of the discomforts that is often associated with camping. 5-Star tented suites stand-in for traditional camping digs, incorporating all the creature comforts modern living has to offer in the heart of the wildest bushveld.
Each tent has a private deck looking out at the Marico River, where beautiful African sunsets and Madikwe’s natural majesty can be breathed in and savoured, and you are often likely to catch glimpse of the wild’s casual strolls. An open-plan lounge, dining area and reception area, along with a bar and pool add to the Camp’s welcoming atmosphere. And the 12 tented suites blend into the untamed
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environment perfectly, even though they offer the best in 21st-century comfort. Guests can enjoy a hearty breakfast in the main dining area before they embark on one of the best safari experiences in the world to view the Big 5 – lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and black and white rhino – in their natural habitat. If you’re fortunate, you may spot the rare African wild dog – a reclusive animal which is on most visitor’s bucket list. And you can also look out for other residents of the park including kudu, wildebeest, zebra and even cheetah. Trained and experienced rangers are always on-hand to ensure the safety of residents, and to impart a few pearls of >> aha MOMENTS! | 39
wisdom about flora and fauna to guests. You’re likely to be treated to this on a grand scale when you climb into one of the Camp’s vehicles for some game spotting. aha Thakadu River Camp is the ideal breakaway, not only for families looking to reconnect with nature but also for couples looking for that unique romantic getaway. Couples can book in for luxurious massages in the privacy of their suites and are likely to leave feeling utterly relaxed and pampered. Nature and luxury don’t have to be mutually exclusive. And aha Thakadu River Camp is living proof of that.
The Address: D53, Thakadu Gate, Madikwe Game Reserve, Molatedi Contact details: + 27 (0)18 365 9912 Bookings on Central Reservations: 010 442 5888 Web: www.aha.co.za | E-mail: cro@aha.co.za 40 | aha MOMENTS!
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Set along the banks of the Marico River, aha Thakadu River Camp provides luxurious tented accommodation and a comfortable base from where you can explore the splendid game viewing that Madikwe Game Reserve provides. Take in the surrounds of the landscape while you unwind at the swimming pool area, which has a magnificent view of the Marico River. You may also savour the African flavours through an exclusive dining experience that offers authentic meals perfectly prepared under the night sky on the ‘braai’ at the boma dinner.
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A Ride to a Beautiful Experience Text: Moments magazine/Horseback Beach Adventures | Images: © Supplied
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here’s something royal about the way a horse struts around bush trails in the winter months, perhaps the image is more linked to the mediaeval times, and more recently the rise in fantasy films painting a picture of how life worked in the mid-centuries. Back in the day, horse riding was more like a mode of transport than an experience. You can now add a horse-riding safari on your bucket list. What is even more interesting about this adventure is that it is 42 | aha MOMENTS!
not all about galloping away but savouring the moment, this comes with a wealth of benefits to it too, as riding brings calm to a busy mind. Standard riding rules say you need to dig your heels down and keep your shoulders back and maintain some kind of a poise while mimicking the horse’s rhythmic steps for a smooth ride. This does help in strengthening your core for a good posture. There are various ways to experience horse riding safaris, and it includes an option of
enjoying a ride alone and suffer nothing else but the peaceful sounds of birds or as a group experience. Durban in KwaZulu-Natal has a subtropical climate which makes it one of the warmer regions in winter. Its lush scenery makes it ideal for exploring the trails, and Horseback Beach Adventures offers unique equestrian tours for a novice or experienced riders which includes a combination of bush and beach rides.
Here are some of the tours you can experience: Horse Experience This is a great starter experience, and very well suited for team building. Arrive at the farm for a “Meet and Greet� of the horses, if you are keen on brushing and learning to saddle up you can join us in getting them ready to ride. Then go for a +- 1-hour Bush only trail. Upon return, light refreshments are served. Duration of Experience: 1.45minuntes
Carriage Rides The feeling of stepping back a hundred years in time, the romance of being a king and queen on a carriage, the beauty of enjoying a horse experience without having to actually ride a horse. All this and much more is possible with a horse-drawn carriage. Every Carriage Ride package includes the horse, wagon and a trained driver. Duration: up to 1hour
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“What is even more interesting about this adventure is that it is not all about galloping away but savouring the moment, this comes with a wealth of benefits to it too, as riding brings calm to a busy mind.”
Country Road The basic package we are offering is a “country lane” ride for up to three people (maximum combined weight 200kgs) for a fun carriage ride. Head up the quiet and peaceful road, try out driving, get some awesome photos and selfies, and feel like you’ve really stepped out into the countryside. Duration: 45 – 1 hour
The Snacks & Splash Beach Ride This option is unique to Horse Beach Rides, you get to enjoy a fabulous beach & bush ride with the addition of a 45-60-minute break at the beach. During the break, we take the saddles off the horses, and you get to take them for a roll in the sand and to splash around in the waves. Then while your guides are prepping the horses for the ride home, you get to enjoy a light refreshments and snacks. Duration: 3-4 hours
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Riding Times: Mondays, Tuesdays, Friday-Sunday and Public Holidays Time: 2:00PM in Winter and 3:00PM in Summer No riding on Wednesdays Age restriction: From 5-12 years old we accept for lessons and carriage trails. From 5-12 years old, beach or bush rides, an additional fee will be applicable to provide extra guide for safety reasons.
From 12-60 years old riders are welcome to enjoy any of our experiences. From 60 years old and over, guests are welcome to enjoy our carriage rides. Please bear note that, Horseback beach Adventures has a strict weight limit policy of 80kgs for Beach rides and 85kgs for Bush Trails. To book an experience visit: www.horsebeachrides.com
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breathe life into them, giving them a voice that people want to listen to,” she explains. Jade’s infectious enthusiasm translates to results-driven action – does she embrace all her clients with the same vigour? “We only work an accounts we feel strongly passionate about to ensure we’re able to give them our full focus and deliver beyond expectation. We are results driven and make sure we meet deadlines and targets with every campaign we set out to administer.” Thinking out of the box is a bit of an art form – how does she approach creating hard-hitting campaigns that grab people’s attention? “Being a group of creatives, this is something that comes easily to us. We have big visions and with our tried and tested practices we’re able to attain the results we desire,” she adds. The agency embraces a range of lifestyle modalities, and this year saw Red Carpet Concepts rebrand to Red Carpet Creative earlier in 2018. “Red Carpet Creative was birthed from months of planning and consideration – the name, logo, website is a better reflection of who we are and what we do. We’re a full-service creative agency offering communications and events specifically geared towards high-end hospitality, wine and luxury lifestyle brands. The new look and feel are more contemporary and upbeat yet still captures a timeless sophistication we find in the brands we partner our services with.” One standout feature of RCC is the passion of the team. This buoyant approach impacts the way the business presents - as a goaldriven communications company confident of an assured outcome. This seems like a natural fit with dynamism of Jade Allen. “Thank you! I have a pretty confident outlook as to who I am, what I want and where I’m heading, so I never really give myself too much room to question that I guess. I also choose to learn and grow from every incongruent situation I’m dealt with and draw on a more positive outcome.” As an entrepreneur Jade is an excellent example of how women can shape their vision into a profitable business. What are the qualities needed not only to represent international A-list media, celebrities and influencers, but also to be one yourself? “I just really enjoy creating beautiful moments of suspended reality for people to immerse themselves within. My job, as I’ve defined it, is an ideas generator – we build creative campaigns, giving each one a voice to tell its newsworthy story.” RCC is known for its stringent SOPs and clear KPIs, and this has translated to positive outcomes. “It’s imperative to plan far in advance on a long lead time marketing calendar. In order for client and agency teams to be on the same page KPIs must be set out from the get-go. This will ensure the agency meets client expectations and targets throughout the duration of the partnership.
“I align our portfolio with aspects of life I feel passionate about, which certainly gives me a stronger drive, more in-depth interest and added excitement about the brands we work on.”
§ SOPs are imperative for staff performance – equipping them with the tools and know-how of what to do and how to do to meet best practice.” Any trade secrets to impart about the process of building strong brands? “Never doubt your vision or ability to achieve greatness. Define your goals and stick to your vision,” she adds. Understanding your content is critical in marketing, and with her being so immersed in the high-end hospitality milieu this must be of huge benefit to understanding clients’ needs? “I align our portfolio with aspects of life I feel passionate about, which certainly gives me a stronger drive, more in-depth interest and added excitement about the brands we work on.” And are there any valuable lessons learnt over this 10 year process? “When hiring – do your homework! Call for references. Don’t over promise if you’re not 100% sure you can meet those criteria, it backfires in the end.” When envisioning the business 10 years from now, how will RCC remain such a force to be reckoned with? “I guess I just put my head down and strive ahead. It’s similar to swimming a race for me, you can’t stop pushing till you reach the finish line!” aha MOMENTS! | 49
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METHOD 1. Blend together all ingredients except oil until smooth. 2. Use spray and cook for cooking of crumpets. 3. Use a ladle to pour mixture onto the frying pan. 4. When bubbles on the surface start to pop, turn the crumpet over using a spatula and cook the other side. 5. Recipe makes ±5 crumpets with a diameter of 10cm. Gluten free, wheat free
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It’s hard to avoid all the comfort foods that come to mind when winter chills hit hard. For balanced vitality – you should do yourself a favour and try these quick and healthy recipes to set a good foundation for the day and keep all the cravings at bay. Text: FutureLife | Images: © Adobe Stock Photos
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Peanut Butter Protein Blitz Recipe INGREDIENTS: 1 cup low fat milk 1 tablespoon smooth peanut butter (sugar free, salt free) 50g (5 heaped tablespoons) FUTURELIFE® Smart food™ (original or chocolate flavour) 1 handful ice cubes
METHOD: Add all the ingredients to your blender and blend together on full power until smooth. Serve and enjoy. Serves 1 – meal Serves 2 – snack
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Chocolate Chiller Recipe INGREDIENTS:
1 cup low fat milk 1 handful of ice cubes 50g (5 tablespoons) Chocolate flavour FUTURELIFE® Smart food™
METHOD: Add all the ingredients to your blender and blend together on full power until smooth. Serve and enjoy. Serves 1 – meal Serves 2 – snack
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t was early 2018 when award-winning singer and performer, Beyoncé Knowles announced her return to the stringent vegan diet in a quest to get her body back postpartum. In an Instagram post, the star rallied millions of her fans to journey with her in this regime by following the diet through the recipes she shared in preparation for what became a record-breaking Coachella performance which became popularly known as Beychella. She and husband Jay-Z are no strangers to the trend, according to ABC News – the couple’s trainer, Marco Borges created a 22-day plant-based diet for them back in 2015. This year, many of the food and health trends show the influence of a more health-conscious consumer. So, here are some of the trends that have proved to be getting popular by the day.
Plant-based eating With people choosing more a plant-based diet and eating less meat, it is no wonder that plant-based food is still a significant trend for 2019. This can be seen in the increased prevalence of vegetarianism, veganism or flexitarians, but also more plant-based meals on offer at restaurants and supermarkets. Within this trend, the search for good quality proteins such as soy, tofu, legumes, walnuts, tempeh, seeds and whole grains are becoming more popular as they easily replace meat or fish without affecting the balance of our meal. Eating more plant-based foods is not only beneficial for you but also the environment.
Healthier Alternatives As people become more health conscious, they search for healthier alternatives and replacements for particular foods. People are searching for healthier options for bread, meat and dairy. This is seen in the increased use of milk alternatives, vegan cheeses, black beans, lentils, rice, nuts, seeds, chickpeas, pea and lupin (legume) as well as insects as protein sources. There is also talk of beans, peas and lentils being used in cakes, muffins, breads and plant-based frozen desserts.
Snacking Snackification is another trend that is carrying over from 2018. What is changing, however, is the way people think about snacking and what is considered a snack. Researchers found that “63% of millennials are replacing meals with snacks and snacking
is moving away from being an optional extra to a definitive occasion”. Trends seen in retailers show the rise in snacking options made with better ingredients all neatly packed in a single-serving.
Probiotics into foods This trend not only embraces including foods that naturally contain probiotics such as Kefir, Sauerkraut, Tempeh, Kimchi, Miso, Kombucha and Pickles but also shelf stable probiotics added to foods. You are going to start seeing functional probiotic ingredients added to your staples through products like granola, yoghurt, cereals, nut butter, soups and bars.
“The star rallied millions of her fans to journey with her in this regime by following the diet through the recipes she shared in preparation for what became a record-breaking Coachella performance which became popularly known as Beychella.” Elevated convenience This trend focuses on increased demand for healthy, foodie inspired convenience food and drinks options, that don’t skimp on quality. This includes premium convenience foods, meal kits, food delivery services and in other parts of the world, fully-automated food stores that use mobile apps and cameras to make grocery shopping as seamless as ordering food for delivery. This is in response to the fact that more people are becoming health conscious and showing a passion for food, but might lack the skills, equipment and/or time.
Healthy ageing Preparing oneself for a longer, healthier lifespan is particularly relevant as consumers view health and wellness as a holistic, proactive, and ongoing pursuit. We will see more food and drink products that are being developed for people of all ages, especially the aged, through fortification or the addition of a functional ingredient to make a functional food. This is when food is given an additional function by adding new elements or more of existing ingredients over and above what you would find in regular food. The aim is to help consumers to efficiently consume vitamins, minerals, and other
elements that are potentially beneficial for one’s health namely bone, joint, immune system and brain health.
Rethink plastic With the large amounts of plastic ending up in the environment and microparticles starting to infiltrate our food, it is no wonder that it’s a 2019 trend and rightly so. People are trying to be more health conscious as well as considering the environment more. The food industry, as well as its consumers, are striving to use less plastic, recycle more and there is a big drive to switch to environmentally-friendly packaging. This is evident in the banning of straws, earbuds, the increased use of recyclable takeaway and coffee containers, encouraging customers to bring reusable containers or coffee cups and even plastic-free grocery stores. Rethinking plastic along with the movement to reduce food waste as well as the importance of soil health and regenerative agriculture are named in Mintel’s global food and drink trends for 2019.
Virtual fitness training and online workout subscriptions Some people don’t like to go to the gym or exercise in a group but struggle to find the motivation to exercise on their own. This trend allows people to get training and instruction from the comfort of their own homes. It usually involves subscribing to an app where you pay a monthly fee and requires the use of a TV or cell phone.
Eating breakfast We’ve heard it a thousand times, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Although our lives are busy, finding time for a healthy, balanced breakfast daily can provide a host of benefits. Eating breakfast provides a kick-start on reaching your daily nutritional needs, assists with weight management, stabilises mood and improves brain power and productivity. There is no reason that breakfast should ever not be trendy! Other trends that are on the radar for next year include the importance of gut health, the use of hemp, pacific rim flavours (Asia, Oceania and the western coasts of North and South America), colourful beverages using natural, botanical and plant-based ingredients, mindfulness and intuitive eating. aha MOMENTS! | 55
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he Lion & Safari Park is an established tourist destination, well loved by locals and international visitors and became an ideal experience for all over the last 50 years. Having moved to the Cradle of Humankind in July 2016, this new must-see world-class facility offers guests a memorable experience. The new park offers a wealth of exciting activities such as animal interactions, guided game drives and self-drives. You are guaranteed to get super-close to some of Africa’s favourite animals whether you go on an informative guided tour or selfdrive. Guests also have the opportunity
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to experience hand feeding a selection of animals including giraffes, ostriches and various other antelope species that roam freely on the 600-hectare property and frequently visit the wetlands in front of ‘the Wetlands’ Bar and Restaurant. The Lion & Safari Park is home to a vast selection of indigenous species such as lion (brown and white), cheetah, hyena (brown, spotted and striped), leopard (including black leopard), wild dogs, sable antelope, kudu, nyala to mention only a few. Guests can enjoy a variety of different guided tours. The trained guides turn every visit into an informative and educational
trip as they share interesting facts. Tour options include; Lion & Wild Dog Tour, Mini Safari, Night tours (with predator feeding), Private Exclusive tours, Alex Tour, heetah and Lion Walks. The 3-hour Safari is the flagship tour which includes snacks and drinks on the bank of the Crocodile river. The famous animal trainer Alex Larenty promises to provide a fun-filled experience as he interacts with fully grown lions on the ‘Alex tour’. The park is a paradise for children. The beautifully designed playground next to the restaurants will keep the young ones entertained. This makes the perfect venue for kiddie’s birthday parties. A day visit to the
“The park is a paradise for children. The beautifully designed playground next to the restaurants will keep the young ones entertained. This makes the perfect venue for kiddie’s birthday parties.”
park also provides the ideal opportunity for schoolchildren to learn about the animals and various research programmes that the Lion and Safari Park is involved in. The Bull ‘n Buck grill provides a premier dining experience with a top wine list and a delicious menu, venison, of course, being the Grill’s speciality dish complimenting that real African sensation. Alternatively, the Wetlands Restaurant is a great family choice to enjoy a quick meal while enjoying
the view of antelope grazing meters away. Take a short walk from the restaurants to visit the meerkat, porcupine and mongoose enclosures. Apart from being a world-class tourist destination, the Lion and Safari Park turn any conference, function or event into something unique. The park’s photographic centre will capture your memories with a vast range of printing options such as photo books, mugs, keyrings, puzzles and more.
The ‘5 dome shopping experience’ offers an extensive selection of unique hand-crafted curios, jewellery and clothing, which make great gifts for those back home. Entrance to the restaurants, curio shops and kiddie’s playground is free, and guests only pay for activities. The cost of a visit to the Lion and Safari Park is well priced for both local and international guests. The park is open 365 days a year and is undoubtedly an experience not to be missed. aha MOMENTS! | 57
aha | TRAVEL
From Bungee to Boats, Chobe Marina Lodge Has It All! Botswana is home to a wealth of natural habitats, from grasslands and savanna to delta and desert. And Botswana’s Chobe District, with its diverse terrain and massive variety of wildlife, is one of the jewels in the country’s crown. Text & Images: ©aha Hotels & Lodges
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hobe National Park contains the world’s largest population of African elephants and the rare African wild dog, among many other animal and bird species. The Park is a destination for adventure and leisure travellers alike, and a stay at aha Chobe Marina Lodge will make 58 | aha MOMENTS!
your stay even more memorable. The lodge is at the eye of the crossroads where Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia and Namibia converge. It offers unique hospitality in the purest African landscape. And it’s just a stone’s throw away from the wondrous splendour of Zambia and Zimbabwe’s
Victoria Falls. The region offers safari experiences like no other, sightseeing cruises, tiger fishing and a host of other outdoor activities – even bungee jumping for those courageous enough to attempt it. Whether you stay in one of the Lodge’s
“The region offers safari experiences like no other, sightseeing cruises, tiger fishing and a host of other outdoor activities – even bungee jumping for those courageous enough to attempt it.” luxurious studios, chalets or suites, you’ll not soon forget your visit to this beautiful part of Botswana, where you can set your adventurous spirit free and take in unspoiled Africa at its absolute best. And yes, we did mention bungee jumping. In fact, thrill seekers and adventure travellers will be spoiled for choice when they come to this part of the world. Bungee jumpers can take the 111-metre plunge from the Victoria Falls Bridge into the Batoka Gorge. Whitewater rafters can choose to navigate the perilous rapids of the Zambezi, and fishing enthusiasts can try their hand at catching the ever-elusive Tiger Fish – >> aha MOMENTS! | 59
considered the top freshwater game fish by many fishing experts. If you’d like to see the local wildlife from a unique perspective, you can take a sundowner cruise down the Chobe River, where you can spot numerous bird and animal species, including hippos and crocodiles – up close – while you sip on a drink. Another trip you might like to take is the sightseeing cruise to Sedudu Island. Sedudu Island, which is submerged for a large part of the year, is the perfect lookout from which to witness the quilted colours of the African 60 | aha MOMENTS!
sunset at nature’s best vantage point. Chobe Marina Lodge delivers the rarest balance of luxury and adventure, set against the picturesque backdrop of the Chobe National Park. This is where explorers come to have the adventure of a lifetime and retreat to an oasis that offers modern, elegant hospitality, comfortable accommodation at its charming thatched Kasane facilities, and fantastic food and drink in a breath-taking landscape. Chobe Marina Lodge is your home in Botswana’s north-eastern region; a place where you can leave the daily drudgery
behind and experience real freedom at the southern African crossroads, where excitement, adventure and leisure all come together in true African style.
Address: President Ave, Plot 21306, Kasane, Botswana Hotel Contact details: + 267 625 2221 Bookings on Central Reservations: 010 442 5888 Email: res1@chobemarinalodge.com Web: www.chobemarinalodge.com
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LUSH COMFORT IN THE HEART OF AFRICA An authentic African adventure awaits at Chobe Marina Lodge, set within walking distance of Kasane town centre and easy access to the renowned Chobe National Park. Situated on the banks of the Chobe River, Chobe Marina Lodge offers guests luxury accommodation, a myriad of wildlife and cultural activities, then end your day bathed in the glow of an African sunset while dining in a picturesque outdoor restaurant overlooking the Chobe River.
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he team from aha Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge rolled up their sleeves with the assistance of learners and teachers from the local school, Maologane Primary, to participate in some tree planting in honour of Arbour Day which took place on the 26th of April. 15 learners and five teachers came along to celebrate the special occasion, including the school principal, Mr Mashasha. The learners and the aha Shepherd’s Tree team planted a variety of trees around the Lodge’s beautiful property in support of the global Arbour Day environmental initiative, geared towards a sustainable future. Trees are of the utmost importance to our
General Manager, addressed all the guests at the Arbour Day event, challenging them to see what might happen to the world if we mark every occasion in our lives by planting a tree. Tafadzwa suggested that any celebration – birthdays, weddings, anniversaries and more, could be enriched through the planting of trees as our gift to the environment. And in keeping with the spirit of giving back, Shepherd’s Tree donated R10 000 worth of much-needed books and stationery to Maologane Primary School. Learners and teachers were also given a two-hour complimentary educational game drive in the Pilanesberg National Park. Among the trees planted was a Shepherd’s
“The tree is also colloquially referred to as “the tree of life” because of its ability to provide for people living in dry areas.”
survival on the planet, as they absorb carbon dioxide and release the oxygen we breathe. With the global deforestation phenomenon reaching new heights, initiatives like Arbour Day can help maintain the balance, and help future generations survive. Tafadzwa Manyowa, Shepherd’s Tree’s
Tree (Boscia Albitrunca) – Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge’s namesake. The name “Shepherd’s Tree” originates from the fact that herdsmen would often take shelter under the tree’s umbrella-like canopy while tending their flocks. The tree is also colloquially referred to as “the tree of
Tswana custom, local chiefs are praised for their successes from atop a shepherd’s tree. The aha Hotels and Lodges team is proud to be a part of supporting critical environmental initiatives and looks forward to a continuing contribution to a sustainable future for all.
life” because of its ability to provide for people living in dry areas. It’s an important medicinal species that are used to treat epilepsy and ailments in livestock. The tree is such a valuable resource that local cultures revere and protect it. In
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Enjoy the View from the Top Mpumalanga – “the Place of the Rising Sun” – is a vast expanse of undulating highveld and lowveld that forms the heart of South Africa’s biodiversity and a hub for wildlife tourism. Text & Images: ©aha Hotels & Lodges
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amongst Africa’s gentle giant grey beasts and interact with them one-on-one. aha Casa do Sol Hotel & Resort Hazyview is a luxury estate hotel surrounded by glades, gardens and pools, blending perfectly into the natural landscape as if it were merely always meant to be there. It sits quietly within the Ilanga Nature and Game Reserve, providing plenty of opportunities for adventure in the surrounding terrain.
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The massive 500-hectare Nature and Game Reserve has several designated hiking trails – some more adventurous than others – non-aggressive species of game and four different accommodation options: Casas, Villas, Twin and Double Suites, and the Casa Grande, with its own jacuzzi, private pool and sauna. In-house dining at the Cozinha Velha Restaurant is a feast of the freshest produce, picked from the hotel’s own gardens. And it’s famed for its selection of fine wines and excellent cuisine. Mountain biking, hiking, tennis and fishing are just some of the activities on offer close by. And the Hotel is a gateway to some of the Lowveld’s most prominent attractions; not only the Kruger National Park but also God’s Window, Blyde River Canyon and the Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Bourke’s Luck Potholes are a geological marvel that has to be seen to be believed. The rock formations look almost alien in nature, a result of decades of water erosion that has left deep craters among them. The vast expanse of the Blyde River
Canyon, the northern part of the Drakensberg escarpment, is a spectacular 25 kilometres long and has an average depth of approximately 750 metres. And God’s Window offers a glimpse of what the world might look like if viewed from the heavens,
with unforgettable panoramic Lowveld scenes from its majestic cliffs. All the majesty Mpumalanga has to offer is right at your fingertips when you stay at aha Casa do Sol Hotel Hazyview. You can escape to the bush, far away from the perils and
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§ pressures of real life for a taste of heaven under the Lowveld skies; see nature come alive in all its wild splendour and enjoy your favourite drink beneath the most manifest stars. Discover your own personal Place of the Rising Sun at aha Casa do Sol Hotel Hazyview & Resort – the pearl of the Lowveld.
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CASA DO SOL HOTEL & RESORT
Smiles in the sunshine
at aha Casa Do Sol Hotel & Resort
The warmth of the bushveld sun shines bright on the aha Casa do Sol Hotel Resort, where luxury accommodation, lush surroundings and an abundance of exciting activities make it the perfect destination for an adventure holiday. Nestled in the Ilanga Nature and Game Reserve, the village architecture, tropical gardens and Mediterranean dĂŠcor give the resort an exotic feel. Nearby activities include the Panorama Route, fishing, quad biking, river rafting and abseiling and safaris, with the Kruger National Park only 15 minutes away.
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SPORTS TALK
LEFT: Currie cup match at Kings Park Stadium. Stefan Terblanche playing centre for the Sharks vs Pumas.
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exciting global expedition-style race, GODZone. As a Foul Play Review Committee member, Terblanche will leave for Japan in October to attend the 2019 Rugby World Cup (RWC). Terblanche’s well-trained eye is on the following top six teams; the All Blacks, South Africa, Wales, Ireland, England and Australia. He warns that, once again, the performance of Australia is likely to surprise us, following their successful performance at the 2015 RWC. Terblanche believes that the opening game between Japan and Russia will be incredibly memorable. It’s the very first time that the RWC is being held outside of a non- traditional rugby-playing country and believes that the atmosphere is guaranteed to be incredible. Naturally, he believes that the game between the All Blacks and our Boks on the 21st September will be a rugby highlight and definitely one that shouldn’t be missed.
ormer Springbok, Stefan Terblanche, who played in 37 tests for our country in which he scored 19 tries, including a South African test record of four tries, spent some time with us, sharing his insights about the Rugby World Cup (RWC), Japan, between 20 September - 2 November 2019. With a reputation for having created the blueprint for the modern rugby player, Terblanche’s ultra-successful career didn’t end upon his retirement. He remains a formidable all-rounder, participating and involved in many diverse activities, ranging from his role as the South African Rugby Legends Association (SARLA) CEO, an organisation which focusses on transformation within the sport, to his current position as a member of the Foul Play Review Committee. Today, Terblanche continues to train hard, participating in many physical activities for both personal satisfaction and for charitable fundraising, ranging from SANI2C, Dusi Canoe Marathon and the
RUGBY WORLD CUP 2019™
MATCH PLANNER 試合日程表 FRI SAT SUN MON TUES WED THURS SAT SUN MON 20 SEPT 21 SEPT 22 SEPT 23 SEPT 24 SEPT 25 SEPT 26 SEPT 28 SEPT 29 SEPT 30 SEPT Wales v Georgia 19:15
Italy v Namibia 14:15
Kumagaya Rugby Stadium
Argentina v Tonga 13:45
WED 9 OCT
FRI 11 OCT
SAT 12 OCT
SUN 13 OCT
SAT 19 OCT
SUN 20 OCT
Ireland v Russia 19:15
South Africa v Canada 19:15 Argentina v USA 13:45
Georgia v Uruguay 14:15
Russia v Samoa 19:15
SF1: W QF1 v W QF2 17:00
SF2: W QF3 v W QF4 18:00
FRI 01 NOV
SAT 02 NOV
USA v Tonga 14:45
Namibia v Canada 12:15 Scotland v Samoa 19:15
SUN 27 OCT
Ireland v Samoa 19:45
England Japan v v France Scotland 17:15 19:45
England v USA 19:45
SAT 26 OCT
New Zealand v Italy 13:45
Georgia v Fiji 14:15
France v Tonga 16:45 Australia v Uruguay 14:15
New Zealand v Canada 19:15
Oita Stadium
Wales v Uruguay 17:15
Wales v Fiji 18:45
Final 18:00
QF1 QF3 W Pool C W Pool D v v RU Pool D RU Pool C 16:15 16:15
Australia England v v Fiji Tonga 13:45 19:15 South Africa v Italy 18:45
Japan v Ireland 16:15
Shizuoka Stadium Ecopa Tokyo Stadium
TUES 8 OCT
France v USA 16:45
Kumamoto Stadium
Sapporo Dome
SUN 6 OCT
Fiji v Uruguay 14:15
POOL PHASE プール戦
Kobe Misaki Stadium
SAT 5 OCT
New Ireland Zealand v v South Africa Scotland 16:45 18:45
International Stadium Yokohama Kamaishi Recovery Memorial Stadium
FRI 4 OCT
Japan v Samoa 19:30
Italy v Canada 16:45
Fukuoka Hakatanomori Stadium Hanazono Rugby Stadium
THURS 3 OCT
KNOCK OUT PHASE 決勝トーナメント
City of Toyota Stadium
WED 2 OCT
South Africa v Namibia 18:45
Japan France v v Russia Argentina 19:45 16:15
Australia v Wales 16:45
Scotland Australia v v Russia Georgia 16:15 19:15 New England Zealand v v Argentina Namibia 17:00 13:45
QF2 QF4 W Pool B W Pool A v v RU Pool A RU Pool B 19:15 19:15
Bronze Final 18:00
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Explore Tokyo, Kyoto & Osaka Architecture, Culture, and Cuisine Text: Trevor Crighton | Images © Trevor Crighton/ Adobe Stock Photos 70 | aha MOMENTS!
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lighting a lift in the Tokyo Metropolitan Government Building, 202 metres above street level, offers a staggering perspective of the city’s massive scale. Calling Tokyo ‘sprawling’ does it a disservice. On one side, the highrise building stretches to Mount Fuji – a high-speed train journey of over 45 minutes outside the city – and beyond. Tokyo is the world’s most populous metropolitan area, with a population of over 38 million – nearly 70% of South Africa’s entire population, in a single city. The country is a strange combination of ancient & modern, closed & friendly and as frustrating as it can be, enchanting. While Toyko is a hub for fashion, technology and culture, it’s also home to 1300-year-old temples which rest in the shadow of the expensive skyscrapers which punctuate its skyline. 500km from Tokyo is Kyoto, accessible via ruthlessly efficient high-speed Shinkansen train in under three hours, and the country’s heart – the name ‘Kyoto’ means ‘Capital City’. For thousands of years, Kyoto was the country’s seat of government, arts and learning. Though very much a modern-day first-world city, Kyoto retains many links with its past, including several mesmerisinglybeautiful temples, the impressive but mournful Fushimi Inari shrine, comprising over 10 000 red and black torii gates dedicated to lost loved ones, and the worldfamous Arashiyama Bamboo Grove, where green bamboo stalks stretch far into the sky, forming a calming canopy. Nearby is Osaka – another quick train journey away – and a prime example of Japan’s ability to place the modern alongside the ancient. The contrast of the Osaka Castle – built in 1583 – set against the backdrop of contemporary office towers is an astonishing one. The city is built over many waterways which run in and out of it from the Bay of Osaka, with the several thousand bridges which once allowed its residents to traverse them earning the city the nickname ‘Venice of the East’. Dotonbori is the bustling heart of the city, having been the entertainment capital since the 1600s. After being almost destroyed by bombing during WWII, the >> aha MOMENTS! | 71
“Forget what you think you know about sushi when dining anywhere in Japan – staples are what westerners know as sashimi, nigiri and tempura, with requests for avocado-bedecked California Rolls or sweet chilli anything likely to lead to you being politely shown the door.”
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area was reborn as a popular dining and nightlife location, crammed with neon signage that rewards a night-time visit to see the ever-shifting patterns reflected on the surface of the canal. It’s in Dotonbori that you’ll find signature foods like Kushikatsu (deep fried pork on a stick), and Okonomiyaki (a savoury pancake garnished with shaved bonito flakes). Food is hugely significant in Japan, with chefs undergoing years of training before being ‘allowed’ to serve customers. Sushi chefs train for five years under an Itamae (sushi master) before they’re allowed to prepare sushi rice, with the journey to Itamae taking as many as a further 15 years. Forget what you think you know about sushi when dining anywhere in Japan – staples are what westerners know as sashimi, nigiri and tempura, with requests for avocadobedecked California Rolls or sweet chilli anything likely to lead to you being politely shown the door. That politeness is inherent in Japanese culture and permeates every interaction. While many Japanese people are capable of speaking reasonable English, many won’t talk to foreigners in the language for fear of shaming themselves by making a mistake. That aside, locals are likely to go out of their way to assist lost-looking tourists in a game of mime, or by asking around for someone nearby who is willing to brave an English exchange. The handling of cash is governed by etiquette, too. When paying for anything in a shop in cash (amazingly, incredibly few Japanese retailers accept credit cards), the bills and coins are placed in a
shallow container alongside the till, with the cashier then processing the transaction and placing any change back on the container for the buyer to reclaim – money never changes hands directly. There are scores of rules around dining, too – including never poking at your food with chopsticks or waving them around. Sake is also always poured for you – it’s considered impolite to pour some for yourself unless you’re dining alone. While Tokyo often tops lists of the world’s most expensive cities, it’s possible to eat cheaply – and well – from the multiple convenience stores on every street, or by enjoying tapas-style food at Izakaya restaurants, where grilled chicken skewers are a cheap and convenient staple. Preordered and paid tourist rail passes give visitors access to most of the rail networks in Tokyo – and many Shinkansen trips – making getting around relatively cost-effective, too. Japan isn’t the world’s most perfect place – but for South Africans wanting a glimpse of an alien culture that caters for gaijin (foreigners) to a point, it’s a beautiful and accessible destination worth adding to your travel bucket list.
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HOTELS & LODGES DIRECTORY
Western Cape
aha Harbour Bridge Hotel & Suites aha Simon’s Town Quayside Hotel aha The Rex Hotel
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Northern Cape
aha Kathu Hotel
+27 53 050 0076
KwaZulu-Natal
aha Alpine Heath Resort aha Gateway Hotel aha Shakaland
+27 36 438 6484/8500 +27 31 536 9200 +27 35 460 0912
Free State
aha Bloemfontein Hotel
+27 51 444 3142
Gauteng
aha Kopanong Hotel & Conference Centre
+27 11 749 0000
North West
aha Lesedi aha Thakadu River Camp Ivory Tree Game Lodge Shepherd’s Tree Game Lodge
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Mpumalanga
aha Bongani Mountain Lodge aha Casa Do Sol Hotel & Resort
+2713 764 3577 +2713 737 8111
Limpopo
aha Makalali Private Game Lodge
+2715 793 9300
Botswana
Chobe Marina Lodge Masa Square Hotel
+267 +267
Zambia
aha The David Livingstone Safari Lodge & Spa
+260 213 324601
Zimbabwe
The Elephant Camp Imbabala Zambezi Safari Lodge
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aha Thakadu River Camp at a glance The Lodge has a welcoming open-plan lounge, dining area and reception as an African bushveld oasis that offers exciting game drives as a compliment. The attractive bar and pool area are also ideal for relaxation, and family-friendly. It has been carefully constructed to blend into its
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PLAYLIST
The perfect travel mixes by
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ocrates Georgiades, better known as Sox, has been Djing for over 12 years. A born entertainer, he truly believes and lives by his motto of “it’s not what you play, it’s how you play it.” His highlights include playing exclusive parties for Robert de Niro, Paris Hilton, Jamiroquai and the Black Eyed Peas, to name a few, as well as private parties for local celebrities like Bob Skinstad and Graeme Smith. “I love these remixes as they add a nice vibey element to these classics without butchering or taking anything away from the brilliant original. They are versatile remixes that you can enjoy while sipping sundowners on holiday, entertaining guests, starting a party or just play in your car on a road trip. I hope you like them as much as I do.” says Sox.
“I love these remixes as they add a nice vibey element to these classics without butchering or taking anything away from the brilliant original.”
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1. Copa Cabana (Barry Mailow) - Mousse T remix 2. Radio Gaga (Queen) - Bakermat remix 3. Fly me to the moon (Frank Sinatra) - William Ribeiro remix 4. You’ve got the Love (Florence and the Machine) - Alphalove remix 5. Losing my Religion (R.E.M) - Lutzu Istrate remix
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SCREEN TIME
A Coming of Age Story. Text & Images: © Uzanenkosi (Worker Ant @ ANTS)
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othing has changed more than the screen. Today, we take it everywhere we go. In our pockets, and handbags. Those with a dependable mental Rolodex can reel back to beepers. Go too far back, and you find yourself on a street corner armed with only a whistle. Spool a little forward to the first time “what’s your number?” cost you a date and left you feeling like the family home phone, suddenly not good enough. Welcome to 1994. The year Vodacom received its first commercial calls, and South Africa held its first democratic elections. The youngest eligible voters are born early 1976. Months before June ’16. Skip a few, because no one fast-forwards any more. South Africa holds its sixth democratic elections. A month away from June ’16 commemorations. The youngest eligible voters; unlocked, couldn’t use; locked, couldn’t hack the ’94 home phone let alone sweet talk the girl’s parents to hand
her the phone. Now, the phone screen can give you access to face to face with loved ones, access to all the music and books in the world. News at your fingertips and a connection to everything and everyone. At once. You are a journalist and witness. Armed with a camera and video recorder. For the entrepreneur, it’s the Johannesburg gold rush of 1886, most South Africans missed out on. Can you imagine the impact the generation of ’76 would have had on the world - armed with such screens - live on Instagram or facebook? Yes, maybe the cost of anonymity would have stacked the deck even more for our comrades and revolution, but I am willing to bet my VCR we would have selfies of most of the perpetrators. Where geotagging would have led many to the bones of their loved ones, truth and reconciliation would be part of our June ’16 celebrations. South Africa would have an extensively documented history.
All too often, we think it is better on the big screen, but the small screen has proven to be no place for idiots. How brilliant and civilised can you really be to delineate humanity to skin deep? In our coming of age story as a country and a people, let’s hope the future leaves us as unrecognisable from our past as it has the phone but just as smart and connected.
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BOOKS
‘I am unleashed from my mother’s womb while she is choosing tomatoes at Ralphs. My birth is one of her favourite stories to tell.’ - A Walk at Midnight, Alex van Tonder
A Walk at Midnight Alex van tonder
Yanga is the 3 Tins champion in his community. His life changes completely when his 3 Tins skills are channelled into cricket. Watch Yanga’s crazy talent as it takes him from local school team to the global sporting stage as one of the stars of the South African Cricket World Cup team.
‘I am unleashed from my mother’s womb while she is choosing tomatoes at Ralphs. My birth is one of her favourite stories to tell.’ This is how the reader is introduced to Jane, the main protagonist, in Alex van Tonder’s new novel, A Walk at Midnight. Jane is a complicated character who readers will empathise with as the novel moves between past and present, revealing some very dark secrets. Secrets that daren’t be spoken of. Van Tonder’s wit, sarcasm and sharp characterisations make for compelling reading. Her Twitter bio states, ‘All that we see and seem is but a screen grab from someone else’s WhatsApp’, and in this carefully crafted psychological thriller, all is not what it seems. A ‘griplit’ novel at its best, Alex van Tonder captures domestic suspense at its finest.
Available in English and IsiXhosa
Coming Soon: September 2019
Yes Yanga! Refiloe Moahloli
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Beast andy Capostagno Tendai ‘The Beast’ Mtawarira is the most capped Springbok prop of all time. Born a hefty 5kg, a playground bully at school, he found God at 16 and his vocation at 18. With more than 100 Test caps to his name, in September 2019 he will embark on his third World Cup campaign. Stories included are: • How the Beast got his name and how it feels to have the crowd scream it every time he gets the ball. • How a heart condition nearly forced him to retire. • How the ANC tried to get him deported and how Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma came to his rescue. • How Sharks coach Dick Muir convinced him to move from 8 to 1, and how 1995 World Cup winner Balie Swart taught him to be a prop in just six months. • How he wooed his wife on the phone for three months, having never met her.
The Moment of Lift melinda gates Melinda Gates is listed as the third most powerful woman in the world according to Forbes magazine, Melinda is using this power to encourage citizens around the world to get active in improving their communities. Along the way, she has realised that the quickest way to do this is by uplifting and bettering the circumstances of women. In The Moment of Lift we meet Melinda at the very beginning of her journey of women empowerment, showing us that we all start somewhere, at the very base
often asking ‘how’. Her first step to committing to the lift was the issue of family planning — giving women the ability to choose when they to have children gives them the opportunity to map out their lives in an empowering and intentional way. Written with emotion, candour, and grace, she introduces us to remarkable women and shows the power of connecting with one another.
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TRAVEL FITNESS
On the Move with Liezel Van Der Westhuizen She’s a world-class traveller and a fitness junkie! Not only did she recently travel to Venice to MC an international gig, but Liezel has also travelled to India and successfully cycled over the famous Himalayas from Mandali to Khardung La covering the mean distance of 550km in 10 days at altitudes of up to 18 330 feet. The bubbly Radio and TV Personality knows just how to keep fit, no matter where she is in the world, and no matter what obstacle she’s faced with. “But here’s one thing we may not think of often - staying fit and active on an aeroplane. For someone like me who travels often, I think of creative ways of staying fit no matter where I am” Liezel says. Text & Images: © Supplied
Liezel’s quick and easy in-flight fitness tips:
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TRICEP SEAT LIFT Place your hands on the armrests but make sure you do not disturb the person sitting next to you. Point your elbows backwards and lift yourself using your tricep muscles, repeat 5-10 times every hour.
So where to next for Liezel? “I’m currently in Seychelles for a week of sailing, and working towards my skipper’s license, and then officially doing the full course back home in South Africa in July and August.”
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BATHROOM QUEUE STRETCH While waiting in the line to use the bathroom on the plane. I usually do the following: Stand with your feet together and bend slowly down at the waist to try to touch your feet, don’t overstretch. Only stretch as far as you can go. I usually do five of these. This extends and relieves back muscle tension. 80 | aha MOMENTS!
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HEEL RAISES This can be done in your seat. While seated with feet on the floor, lift up heels and squeeze calf muscles, then lower heels back down. Do 30 repetitions every 30 minutes.
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DIY
They speak to us of belonging to Africa... Stone, wood, bark, beads and clay transformed into items of beauty, a celebration of the living spirit of Africa. Facts weave with myths as Out of Africa takes you on a journey of authentic crafts, textiles, masks, sculptures, furniture and jewellery. Discover the whole continent of Africa in one unique shopping experience. Each memento captivates and excites… a handmade reflection of the skill, passion and heritage of Africa. From functionality to urban chic you’ll discover the very best that Africa has to offer. Out of Africa is dedicated to social upliftment and job creation. Many of the products are produced and purchased from community development programmes. Discover an exciting range of products that change lives… with each purchase, leave behind a brighter tomorrow for our local artists and craftspeople. OR TAMBO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT TERMINAL A, DUTY FREE MALL, TEL: 011 390 1683 V&A WATERFRONT SHOP 125/6, LOWER LEVEL, TEL: 021 418 5505 CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT SHOP 15, INTERNATIONAL DEPARTURES, TEL: 021 934 8901
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