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DATE: OCTOBER 2019

David Mabuza apologises for Eskom's load shedding..P2

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MONDE PRIMARY SCHOOL SCORE BIG IN THE SRP..P3

BAROKA STARTS THEIR TKO TITLE DEFENCE AWAY TO SUPERSPORT UNITED..P8

CITY IS REBUILDING JOBURG BRICK BY BRICK

THE revitalisation of the City of Johannesburg is steadily gathering speed after the Executive Mayor, Cllr Herman Mashaba, broke ground to mark the construction of the Ellis Park Student Village (EPSV) Development this week.

The mayor was joined by MMC for Economic Development, Cllr Leah Knott, and MMC for Development Planning, Cllr Reuben Masango, and executives from of ADOWA Property Developers, the company responsible for the project.

This is the first phase of a 2000-bed student village, with a total project cost of R500 million. First phase will be completed in December 2020 and the second phase in December 2021.This development fits well into the overall vision of the

multi-billion rand Inner City Rejuvenation Programme, which seeks to roll-out affordable student accommodation near places of learning and transport nodes, among others, and is a prime example of the kind of investment facilitated annually by the City.

The Ellis Park Student Village will be located only a few hundred meters from the University of Johannesburg’s Doornfontein campus and is expected to alleviate the demand for affordable and secure accommodation.

Delivering a key note address, Mayor Mashaba said: “I am a strong believer that this City can be rebuilt. Brick by brick, precinct by precinct. We want this City to be a place where our people can work and play.”

He said the fact that compa-

nies like Adowa Property Developers are spending money to develop the inner city bears testament that the private sector believes in the vision to rebuild the City.

“When we took over office in 2016. investments where about R4.7 billion. This past financial year we attracted R17.3 billion.

We are now aiming for R25 billion,” he said.

A first in the history of Johannesburg, 135 buildings have already been awarded to the private sector with an estimated investment value of R32 billion.

MMC Knott said the City will continue to create a favourable environment for business to thrive.

“Our department facilitate trade an investments in the City we

unblock red tape, clear hiccups and ensure that opportunities are open for all. We are need of secure and affordable student and we thank Adowa properties for such an incredible initiative,” she said.

MMC Masango said careful planning the City is starting to bear fruit: “We are working with Economic Development through trade and investment desk, which is able to unlock some of the challenges faced by developers. We are now seeing a lot of developers coming on board saying they want to invest in the inner city.”

Sisa Rafuza, CEO of Adowa said: “Studies done in international markets have shown that living in purpose-built student accommodation in a student’s first year increases the chances

of them finishing college by around 12.0%.

“Adowa is assisting South African youths, some of which are indigent, to reach their full potential with quality, secure and financially accessible NSFAS/ DHET-accredited student beds across the country. EPSV is our first step.”

Lusanda Kali from the Public Investment Corporation (PIC) said: “This development is evidence of PIC’s commitment to investing in social infrastructure that improves the lives of South Africans and contributes to broader economic growth.

“The EPSV development will contribute to the revitalisation of the City of Johannesburg, while providing secure accommodation to students enrolled at the University of Johannesburg.”

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OCTOBER 2019

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gised to the country for the load shedding.

Eskom started implementing load shedding on Wednesday due to the constraints on the grid. While answering questions in the National Assembly on Thursday, Mabuza said the government was doing everything in their power to fix the power utility.

However, he assured South Africans that the blackouts would not last for too long and apologised to businesses and students. "When it comes to the current load shedding, as government we must apologise to business and students who could not write," said Mabuza.

He vowed the problem will be attended to.

Eskom is currently sitting on a huge debt. Minister of Finance Tito Mboweni had tabled the Special Appropriations Bill a few months ago.-www.iol.co.za

Our #AviationExcellence subject for today is a junior aircraft mechanic Kgotsofalo William Masetloa. Masetloa was born 22 years ago in a village called #GaMadishaDitoro in #Zebedieala, located in the #LimpopoProvince. He attended #MotjofalaPrimarySchool and #MafsiakgomoSecondarySchool. Masetloa says he realized his love for aviation when he was still young, and his late father, who was a bus driver at the #airport, would

take him to the airport and encourage him to be an aircraft mechanic. “My father would share airport life with me every day, it was always fascinating to him. I think his excitement piqued my interest in #aviation.

Perhaps at the time he was unconsciously putting the idea in me to become an aircraft mechanic when I’m older,” he says.

After high school graduation, Masetloa moved to #Johannesburg to study mechanical engi-

neering at the #UniversityOfJohannesburg, and he discovered a #DenelAviation brochure while at tertiary. In 2015 Masetloa applied for Apprenticeship at Denel technical academy but there was no one to sponsor him. He thereafter got a sponsorship from the #SACAA through Joint Aviation Awareness Programme (JAAP).

“I was the only chosen one from the class to study theory for aircraft mechanic which takes 3 4 years to complete. Everything

was paid off including catering, tuition fees, accommodation and tool box,” he says.

Once he completed his apprenticeship, Masetloa started his On-the-Job Training (#OJT) with #SAExpress to fill in his hours in the logbook. “It takes a minimum of 2880 hours of working on an aircraft, to qualify to write a trade test and become an artisan. I started and did only a few hours with the SA Express, and completed the training with #FlySAFair.

Immediately after completing my hours, I applied for my trade test,” he adds. Masetloa recalls that his trade test wasn't an easy journey, but he managed to pass it, and after qualifying, he got recruited by FlySafair as a junior aviation mechanic.

Masetloa believes his journey in aviation has just begun. “I'm still young and I still want to grow in this industry. One day I want to see myself as a flight inspector at the SACAA, inspecting big airlines like #SAA, #Kulula and many more. I truly believe everything is possible if you believe in yourself. My principal, Mr L.A Mogashoa used to say, ‘without a good attitude, you are going nowhere,’” he concluded.- South African Civil Aviation Authority - SACAA

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OCTOBER 2019

PANYAZA DEVASTATED BY ESITHEBENI PRIMARY SCHOOL BURGLARY

GAUTENG Education MEC, Panyaza Lesufi says criminals have developed new ways of gaining access to high security schools.

Gauteng Education MEC, Panyaza Lesufi has described a break-in at Esithebeni Primary School in Soweto as devastating. Property worth over R3 million including computers and learners’ smart boards were

stolen on Friday night.

Lesufi, who was accompanied by the police and Community Safety MEC Faith Mazibuko, visited the school.

Lesufi says criminals have developed new ways of gaining access to high security schools.

“We are devastated, emotionally drained. We have put huge security. There are alarms.

There are burglar doors. What they’ve done, these guys, they’ve devised new methods of coming with things that will break the walls. They literally broke the walls, so that they can gain access and they took property worth over R3 million.

It’s just devastating and heartbreaking,” says Lesufi.-www. sabcnews.co.za

Join the movement for a cleaner Joburg Join Mayor Herman Mashaba and Joburgers this Saturday 19 October 2019 for the volunteer cleanup at Manie Mulder Avontuur Sentrum, Amaryllis Drive, Roodekrans, Roodepoort.

For more information on other cleaning sites visit: www.joburg.org.za Interact with us #AReSebetseng

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MONDE PRIMARY SCHOOL SCORE BIG IN THE SRP

THE Schools Recycling Programme (SRP), an initiative that was introduced in 2011 is fast gaining momentum.

Through this programme, Coca Cola Beverages SA takes responsibility for collecting post-consumer waste as well as raising awareness about the importance of waste management and recycling amongst learners in regions where it has a presence.

Georgett Naidoo, CSI Specialist at Coca Cola Beverages SA commented that “Participating schools are challenged to keep their surrounding environment clean through waste collection and recycling” The Programme objectives: Making recycling a culture in schools | Educating children about recycling so that they can educate their communities| Incentivizing teachers and parents to become recyclers | Assisting schools with their fundraising efforts.

Monde Primary School in Kathehong in Ekurhuleni was recently

rewarded for the 6 tons challenge in July month, 50 top collecting learners were awarded the viewing of a movie at the school, the movie screened was “the secret life of Pets” The School has collected 30 tons of recyclable waste which will be rewarded for R12000 value of school infrastructure The Learners were awarded branded novelties for collecting recyclable waste, the Top Grade R learner, Princess Vuba collected 50kg’s waste supported by her parent Nkululeko Vuba, Princess drove the campaign at school by collecting plastic bottles in the streets which her parents regarded her safety and began supporting her which led to neighbours, church congregants and friends dropping off plastic bottles at her home Coca Cola Beverages SA wish Monde Primary School the best in Recycling and towards the 2019 grand prize awards

OCTOBER 2019 4 RESIDENTS OF DUBE TO GET SAFER WALKWAY

IN just over a month, pedestrians around Dube in Region D, Soweto, will no longer have to compete with impatient motorists as they try and navigate their way to the railway station.

The Johannesburg Development Agency (JDA), on behalf of the City of Johannesburg, is implementing the construction of non-motorised transport (NMT) Infrastructure at Dube Station.

Construction is currently underway on Leselinyana Street and Mncube Drive. Once completed, the upgrades will promote pedestrian mobility and connec-

tivity, in particular to accessing Dube Station.

The public infrastructure project in Ward 39 is expected to be completed in November 2019.

Construction commenced on Tuesday, 09 April 2019, after Bophelong Construction (Pty) Ltd was appointed as the main contractor.

“The non-motorised project is firmly in line with the City’s commitment to creating liveable, sustainable urban environments, in which residents are able to navigate safely and efficiently using both public and

non-motorised transport,” said MMC for Development Planning Cllr Reuben Masango.

The non-motorised transport project will also: • Improve sidewalks, crosswalks, paths and networks • Develop pedestrian oriented land use • Increase road and path connectivity, with special nonmotorised shortcuts • Address security concerns of pedestrians As part of contributing to job

creation, a total of 15 emerging sub-contractors have been appointed for the execution of the portions of the works in the NMT infrastructure project.

The scope of works includes the laying of paving blocks on existing sides, preparation of the concrete channel and planting of trees and grass, the laying of concrete furniture and the construction of the stormwater

culverts and drainage system.

“This construction showcases how the City’s projects are playing a role in job creation and skills development by creating employment opportunities to unskilled and semi-skilled workers. Residents of Dube can look forward to infrastructure which provides improved pedestrian mobility and connectivity,” said MMC Masango.www.joburg.org.za

NEW WASTE SERVICES APP CON- More than 170 OrNECTS TRUCK OWNERS TO OPPOR- ange Farm pupils treated after buying TUNITIES sweets from local hawker tificate, signing up is quick and easy. WRAPP then interviews them, runs quality checks on their equipment and trains them on the software.

Once active on the service, truck owners can schedule their own work and manage their own time. They take 80 per cent of all revenue, while WRAPP markets their services online, automates bookings, manages administration and carries the credit risk on payments.

WRAPP (Waste Recycling App) is an innovative start-up that uses simple technology to connect independent truck owners to customers who need waste removed from their worksites.

In the nine years that Clive Amsel ran a skip-waste recycling business, he witnessed the tough conditions that South African truck drivers face. He also saw independent truck owners struggling to compete

with bigger players. To change that, he founded WRAPP. “It’s a different approach to work,” Amsel says, “and it’s wonderful to see the potential this technology taps into. Apart from the positive environmental impact we can make through recycling and responsible disposal, it’s the new work opportunities that give me hope.”

For truck owners with an Android phone, the correct licences and a roadworthy cer-

For Kewin Pietersen, signing up has been life-changing, and not just from an income point of view. “I’ve learnt so much about becoming your own boss,” he says. “I see things more from a business perspective now.”

With 60 service providers registered in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban, serving over 700 clients, Wrapp plans to roll out nationally by the end of the year.

More than 170 pupils from the Nomini Primary School near Orange Farm south of Johannesburg fell ill on Thursday and were taken to hospital. According to the Gauteng health department, the children had all consumed the same type of sweets from a local hawker. "[The pupils] are being attended to at Stretford Community Healthcare Centre after presenting symptoms of stomach cramps and vomiting," said department spokesperson Kwara Kekana. She said while earlier reports had indicated that 300 pupils were affected,

Streford had actually admitted 173 children. About 50 of the pupils were rushed to the Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital, and 50 others were taken to Lenasia South for further treatment. A further 20 were taken to Bheki Mlangeni Hospital. "This is only for precautionary reasons to ensure that the children are fine," Kekana said. The other learners had since been discharged, and those who were still admitted "were fine".

"A school health team has been sent to the school to conduct an investigation," said Kekana.-www.timeslive.co.za

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TOURISM MINISTER SET TO VISIT AND ENGAGE WITH TRADE IN CHINA AND JAPAN SOUTH Africa is intensifying its efforts to grow arrivals from the Asia Pacific region with Minister of Tourism, Mmamoloko Kubayi-Ngubane scheduled to visit China and Japan, two of South Africa’s key source markets in the region, next week.

Minister Kubayi-Ngubane will embark on a roadshow to China from the 21st – 23rd October, visiting Beijing and Shenzhen. This will be followed by a visit to Japan on the 24th – 25th October where she will also attend the 3rd Japan Tourism Expo in Osaka as well as the G20 Ministers of Tourism meeting in Hokkaido.

The key objective of Minister Kubayi-Ngubane’s visit is to engage with the trade in order to grow arrivals to South Africa from the region. This will be done by highlighting South Africa’s variety of tourism products and experiences, thereby re-affirming South Africa as a premium destination for both Chinese and Japanese travelers.

Minister Kubayi-Ngubane will also visit Tencent headquarters in Shenzhen, where she will oversee the signing of a memorandum of understanding between South African Tourism and Tencent - with specified commitments to work together to increase South Africa's awareness in the Chinese market and to ensure a superior visitor experience for Chinese travelers when they arrive in South Africa. Tencent is a lead-

FOSSIE’S BED & BREAKFAST-TSOGO SUN ENTREPRENEURS DOCUMENTARY Flossie’s Bed and Breakfast is situated in Pimville, Soweto and offers a complete Soweto lifestyle experience for overseas tourists as well as South Africans in search of a weekend of local pampering.

Inspired by her love for her community, Florence Mondi

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Since opening more than ten years ago, Flossie’s B&B has employed all of its staff locally, and in so doing has become a valuable contributor to the

wellbeing of people in the neighbourhood. This is just one of the many reasons why Flossie’s B&B attracts guests and travellers from far and wide, as they get to experience firsthand the wonderful warmth of Sowetan hospitality. To make a reservation, contact Florence on 083 388 9047

ing provider of Internet value added services in China.

South Africa has enjoyed very healthy Diplomatic relations with both China and Japan and Minister Kubayi-Ngubane’s visit is testament and demonstrates that South Africa is a ‘must visit now’ quality destination.

In his State of the Nation Address earlier this year, President Cyril Ramaphosa re-affirmed the tourism sector as being crucial for the future of South Africa as the country is looking to double its international tourist arrivals from 10,5 million to 21 million by 2030.

Therefore, both China and Japan play a significant part in South Africa’s tourism arrivals.

“South Africa is open for business and remains an appealing destination for both Chinese and Japanese travelers, offering abundant, diverse, world class, accredited attractions supported by transport, services and communications infrastructure that competes with the best in the world,” said Minister Kubayi-Ngubane.

This visit will serve as a valuable networking opportunity for creating and consolidating new business and trade opportunities and will boost confidence in the destination among outbound operators, travel agents and the media in the region.tourism.gov.za

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OCTOBER 2019

SUZUKI LAUNCHES NEW-LOOK BALENO

HATCHBACK buyers looking to stretch their legs and their budgets, can now pop in to their nearest Suzuki dealership to test drive the refreshed Suzuki Baleno.

The new model is available immediately with a new look, new colours, upgraded trim and upholstery inside and a high specifications level on both the GL and GLX models.

The Baleno was first shown at the Frankfurt Motor Show in 2015 and has since become a popular hatchback in over 30 countries for its B-segment price and near-C-segment space. Indeed, the Baleno is 3 995 mm long and offers a 2 520 mm wheelbase, which is 70 mm longer than a Suzuki Swift and on a par with some C-segment contenders.

This new model range first landed in South Africa shortly after its Frankfurt debut and introduced Suzuki’s “Liquid Flow” design language to a new generation of vehicles. In the Baleno, this is most evident in the line that starts with the chrome detailing in the grille and flows in wide swathes across the bonnet and over the hip line to meet at the rear boot lid.

Interestingly, the Liquid Flow

style has given the Baleno a wind-cheating aerodynamic ratio of 0.299, which makes it the most aerodynamic hatchback-model in the local range.

A new look In the new model, the signature Liquid Flow line is more accentuated, thanks to a wide and more three-dimensional chrome strip that frames a new grille and S-emblem. The grill itself is more aggressive, and the chrome strip now passes through the front headlights to end at the fender-line.

The headlights feature a new three-dimensional design, and on the GLX specification, the high-impact discharge (HID) lamps are replaced with LEDs. Rounding off the new look is a deeply sculpted lower bumper with a hexagonal centre intake. Sharper creases mirror those on the bonnet and add to the more aggressive profile. The GLX models have integrated fog lamps in this lower section.The Baleno in GLX specification also adds new polished diamond cut alloy wheels and chrome door handles, beltline and on the rear tailgate. There is a spoiler on the rear tailgate and dark privacy glass on the rear doors and tailgate.

Suzuki has launched the upgraded Baleno with six colours to choose from, including the new Magma Grey metallic finish.

Inside the Baleno, the twotone colour treatment on the seat upholstery and door trim is brand new. Suzuki’s interior designers have replaced the centre sections on the front and rear seats with deep blue high-grade cloth and mirrored that on the door panels.

Also new is brushed aluminium detailing across the dashboard, including on the air conditioning vents, the steering wheel and instrument cluster.

Luxury features Like before, the Baleno is a specification leader in this market segment. The GLmodel, which is only available with a five-speed manual gearbox, has air conditioning, power steering, electric windows front and rear, a radio with Bluetooth, MP3 playback, USB socket and CD player and steering-mounted audio controls.

Added to this, Suzuki also offers remote keyless access, front and rear 12V accessory sockets, a height-adjustable driver seat and a luggage area light.

In this model, Suzuki protects the occupants with ISOFIX mounting points for child seats, two airbags in front and ABS brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution (EBD) and emergency brake assistance (BAS).In the GLX owners will receive additional features such as cruise control, fully automatic climate control, keyless entry with a push button start, leather trim on the steering wheel, rear park distance control with camera and a front armrest.

The jewel in the GLX crown is perhaps the new infotainment system. This system integrates the image from the reverse camera, voice commands, all infotainment features and smartphone integration through Android Auto and Apple CarPlay into one beautiful 7” full colour touch screen.

The GLX specification also means that the safety features have been bumped up to include front side and side curtain airbags for a total of six airbags. There are also rear disc brakes at this specification level.

Under the skin – TECT and K14B The Baleno first debuted Suzuki’s new Total Effective

Control Technology (TECT) and it remains the platform on which this model is built.

Suzuki’s TECT combines new engineering concepts, highstrength steel and integrated energy dispersion channels to offer a platform that is both safe and solid. It also weighs less than a traditional platform and, in this instance, means that the Baleno weighs just 915 kg.

Under the bonnet, is Suzuki’s highly popular K14B petrol engine. Fitted with a tumble flow intake manifold, aluminium head and, in this configuration, variable valve timing, the engine delivers 68 kW at 6 000 rpm and 130 Nm at 4 200 rpm.

Both the GL and GLX models are available with a five-speed manual gearbox – with stated fuel consumption of 5.1 litres per 100 km in a combined cycle. GLX buyers can swop the manual for a four-speed automatic gearbox, which is rated to use 5.4 litres per 100 km.All models of the upgraded Baleno will be sold with a four-year / 60 000 km service plan and Suzuki’s promotional warranty of five years / 200 000 km.

OCTOBER 2019 BAROKA STARTS THEIR TKO TITLE DEFENCE AWAY TO SUPERSPORT UNITED

ISSUE NO 25

MTN’s “Join the Boks in Japan” initiative comes to life FOLLOWING the successful launch of MTN’s ‘WeGotU, Bokke’ campaign and its ambitious “Join the Boks in Japan” competition in June this year, the plane with MTN’s customers and employees is set to depart for Japan from the OR Tambo International Airport on Wednesday 16 October 2019.

2018/19 Season’s Telkom Knockout champions Baroka FC will start their title defence away to SuperSport United. The Ga-Mphahlele based side and their fellow Limpopo fellows, Black Leopards and Polokwane City were hardly done by the draw after they were all drawn away. THE 2019/20 Telkom Knockout (TKO) competition was launched in Johannesburg today (October 9) amidst fanfare and promise for more action, more drama and (Z’khipha) More Goals! The draw for the 2019 edition was also conducted in an event attended by all the 16 clubs participating in this tournament. Once again, the supporters will be central to this year’s tournament. Telkom, which has been an official sponsor of the tournament for 13 concecutive years, will be giving away daily cash prizes to the value of R1 million. PSL acting Chief Executive Mato Madlala

said she expects the 2019 edition of the Telkom Knockout to produce more magic and to once again be the point of discussion amongst football fans from October to December. The final of the Telkom Knockout will be played on 14 December 2019 at a venue that is yet to be announced. Gugu Mthembu, Telkom Executive for Brand and Product Segments said: “All hands are on deck and we are ready to see drama unfold on the soccer field. There is a lot on the cards for Telkom customers and we promise an amazing tournament this season.” The full fixtures is as follows: Baroka v SuperSport United, Highlands Park v Black Leopards, Cape Town City v Kaizer Chiefs, Mamelodi Sundowns v AmaZulu, Orlando Pirates v Stellenbosch FC, Golden Arrows v Polokwane City and Chippa United v Bloemfontein Celtic.

With over 150 of the country’s rugby fans, MTN’s customers and employees expected to join the Springboks in Japan as winners of the ‘Join the Boks in Japan’ competition, the team will be competing with the knowledge that South Africans are supporting them, pushing them to work harder.

MTN is thrilled to see this great campaign coming to fruition.

“When we announced this competition in June this year our aim was to ensure that there is a strong presence of South African’s who are also rugby fans cheering the Springboks on in Japan”, says Mapula Bodibe, Consumer Business Unit Executive at MTN SA. “This is also in line with the company’s ‘#WeGotU’ promise to our customers that we understand that the Springboks are important to them and

likewise to the Springboks that we are behind them everywhere they go”.

Bodibe reiterated the fact that sport is a powerful instrument that can foster national unity and drive positive change, alluding to the 1995 feat which demonstrated the power of the sport to unite the nation.

The culmination of this com-

petition coincides with MTN’s 25th birthday celebration which is all about enabling our customers to get that feeling that just excites them during this celebratory period. “This trip has truly brought our tagline of “Get that Winning Feeling” to life and we believe that it will rub off onto the Springboks who are also aiming to achieve that winning feeling in the land of the rising sun”, Bodibe concludes.