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Experiences

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Hear all about our Sizanani Children’s
Home Experience
By Mpumi Ndlovu

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Experiences

T he late former President Children’s Home. We all felt so excited brief introductory meeting with him
Nelson Mandela gave to be getting out of the office for a day then proceeded outside to start our
67 years of his life to the and going to do our part in giving 67 minutes of caring and spending
struggle all in name of of our time and services to those in time with the kids. We arrived at
serving his country and creating need. Sizanani is a children’s home for the shed where the children were
social justice for all of us. In the same disabled, orphaned and abandoned all sitting and they already had an
spirit the United Nations as well as children. As we got closer to our overwhelming amount of visitors
the Nelson Mandela Foundation destination our excitement and spirits from different companies who
joined forces and encourage each grew more and more in anticipation. brought them food parcels and other
and every one of us no matter We thought we felt quite prepared goodies. Which created a feeling of
where we are in the world, on the for what the day had in store for us excitement in the children?
18th of July every year we set aside however no amount of preparation
67 minutes of our day to doing a would have prepared us for what our The care takers informed us that
selfless act, and doing some form of emotions were about to face!! each company there would have a
community service, because what different task with the children and
better way to honour Mr Mandela, Upon our arrival Sis Olga, who is the SHE OWNS IT team set out to
than by giving back our time to help one of the caregivers at the children’s take the kids on a walk. The smiles
others who are in need. home, welcomed the team. She on their faces and their innocence
then escorted us to meet Mr Carl made the day so much more
The She Owns it team went on Busquet the oversight of the home worthwhile. Sometimes giving
yet another adventure and road and representative of the Roman does not have monetary value or
tripped to a children’s home in Catholic Church who originally tangibility, giving of your time can be
Bronkhorstspruit called Sizanani established the home. We had a viewed as priceless. The enjoyment

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Experiences

and exhilaration these kids were Experiences such as
expressing is just that… absolutely these are there to teach us
priceless. Our emotions where something, they are there
caught off guard the realisation that to open our eyes to the
we care about minute things and reality of life
think we have issues and problems…
compare to these children we should appreciating everything we had our challenged as well as partially blind.
count ourselves double barrelly lives. She was very sensitive to everything,
blessed. These kids without deserving if one touched her she would cry
it have gigantic battles to face. Ones As we got back to the courtyard or instantly close off, but eventually
we take for granted. While walking where we started the next activity, she familiarised herself to our voices
the little ones in their strollers we which was to take the girls in for their and played and wanted to hold and
had to fight back our emotion, hold beauty treatments. We all gathered touch us. She became so attached to
back the tears. Motherly instincts the children we were pushing and one of our team members, in that
took over and all we wanted to do is spending time with and put them short space of time created a bond.
make everything in their tiny lives be on the carpet. One of the little Amazingly so, when we alluded that
perfect, if only for that moment (67 girls who stuck out most was little we need to make our way home,
minutes) we were there. As a team, Eliza, she is mentally and physically
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with them, just strolled around the
Sizanani yard. The homes personal
yard space is so big that it was an
amazing 45min walk filled with just

Experiences

Eliza did not want to let go of the a point where we felt like we as the be going through in our daily lives
hand of our team mate. Eliza clung to SHE OWNS IT team were treated. are absolutely nothing compared
Mpumi so tightly and refused to let By the realisation that we were to the hardships these little angels
go. The volunteer literally had to pull made aware and we were taught to have gone through in their lives.
Eliza away then calm her down wipe be grateful for the lives that we live One thing we’ve taken away from
her tearing eyes. Viewing this scene and the opportunities that we are this Mandela Day trip was to
sent us to an emotional mess. afforded each and every day. appreciate and value the people we
have in our lives, appreciate and
Spending time with these children Experiences such as these are value the time we have, and to most
made us all realise and think about there to teach us something, they importantly appreciate and value
how blessed and fortunate we are are there to open our eyes to the the people who don’t have as much
to have two legs that move, mouths reality of life and that issues we may as you and I do because in doing
that speak, and a voice that people that you are opening yourself up
can actually hear. These children to the reality that nothing is ever
have done nothing but live their perfect but you make the perfect
lives as they know it to be will always exist in every situation that you find
be a battle. They don’t necessarily yourself in.
see anything wrong, and 9 times
out of 10 they’ll never really know We could definitely do with
or fully understand their disability places such as Sizanani children’s
but the smiles on their faces is home because there are a great
what made each and every one of number of children who are
us shed a tear at some point during born with disabilities and other
the day. This day was for them to be challenges and places like these are
treated but in all honesty it got to so special because they give these
children hope and a home at the
end of the day. These children
never have to feel that absence of
a parent because of the amazing
caring staff that works there. Homes
such as these unfortunately depend
on days such as Mandela Day to get
recognition or food and assistance
from people. Getting more funding
for places such as these is equally as
imperative because in that way they
get the assistance that they need
whether it be financially, food wise
or extra medical attention for some
of these children.

Mandela Day is a day to take
action, to inspire change in the
next person and to make sure that
each day is spent as a Mandela Day
and not just treat it as one day that
comes once a year to do good for
the next person. So no matter how
big or how small your actions may
be, make the effort because that’s
all that matters. Make the effort to
go out there and change someone’s
life, brighten up their day and make
them feel special. Not just one day
but EVERYDAY!

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Business

TAKING A LEAP From employee
to entrepreneur

L et’s face it, we live in a If and when you are ready
country with one of the to take a bold chance and
highest unemployment head into the exciting
rates in the world. What’s entrepreneurial space you
more, we have uniquely talented must believe in yourself and
people filled with creative business be willing to give it your all
ideas however most yearn for
security and stability of a monthly the high unemployment rate. The be willing to give it your all. Your all
pay cheque. The easiest way to transition is like a kaleidoscope. It yes; blood sweat and tears will be an
achieve that is to put those ideas has no set shapes, colours or rules. everyday reality, your new normal.
on the back burner and become a It is unique to each circumstance It will take a lot out of you but if you
nine-to-five working class person. and that is the beauty of it. That love what you do the reward will be
Easy yes… but an utter bore. It has beauty can only be experienced by a far greater. As an entrepreneur you
been proven, true happiness and person with great strength, patience have much responsibility on your
fulfilment requires one to just take a and perseverance to embark on this shoulders to make the company
leap of faith. journey. “A pursuit of happiness” as great as it can be and you are in
Taking a leap of faith may seem charge of getting the right people
like a spur of the moment decision If and when you are ready to to help you achieve your vision. To
but it is anything but. take a bold chance and head into achieve that vision the people you
Meticulous planning, thinking, the exciting entrepreneurial space hire must be able to put in the hours
calculated risk taking happens you must believe in yourself and
before one considers the next step
of taking that leap. Much analysis
and preparation must be done prior.
Taking the leap, by transitioning
from employee to employer, is a
most exhilarating exercise. Not only
is it self-fulfilling it also helps alleviate

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Meticulous Business Statistics reveal that 80% of
planning, start-ups in SA fail within the
thinking, QUESTIONS TO ASK BEFORE first three years of operation and
calculated TAKING THE LEAP: this can largely be attributed
risk taking • Do you have a unique to the lack of support. If you
happens know a lot of people and have
before one and original offering? good connections that can make
considers • Do you have a never referrals for you and help your
the next step business grow, you can consider
of taking say die spirit? taking that leap. You also have to
that leap • Have you weighed the be financially smart. Set budgets
that you stick to. In business you
do the work and do it well most pros and cons? will have to negotiate so you
importantly be passionate about what • And are you willing to must have sound skills and
you are trying to achieve. be able to communicate your
deal with them? inner-intention with ease.
When it comes to human capital, • Are you ready to say goodbye The best negotiations seek a win-
they are your most valuable resource. win situation so if you want to make
They can also be extremely costly. to a secured monthly salary? the other person as happy as you
Hence in the infant phases of your want to be this will go well for you.
business, you do most of the work If you answered yes to these
thus you are your biggest asset. So if specimen questions then you might Going after your dreams can be
you can do most of the work yourself be ready to go into the planning of extremely frightening. If you have
or hire people that aren’t necessarily starting your enterprise. If you are an ability to embrace your fears then
looking for money this will help tech-savvy and know how to leverage you are ready to go forth and pursue
keep expenses low and contribute to social media to advertise and your ideas. It will be hard work and
quicker growth as you can reinvest market your business this is a plus. sacrifices will have to be made but
the money you have saved, in order Marketing is essential to the success that is the key to making the leap of
to prepare yourself to expand your of a business and customers are more faith work.
business when the time comes. digitally-inclined. The best part is
that social media is free.
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and without careful planning the
business will crumble. So if you are
not a planner, you may want to think
twice before leaving your nine-to-
five, this journey might not be your
cup of tea.

If you answered no to any of these
questions, then stay put and remain
being an employee.

Business

CHASE YOUR DREAMS

It was never going B eing bold enough to chase, it, whether it be creating a sense
to exist if you live and experience your of self or being in a specific career
didn’t conceive it dream is no walk in the path, or just simply a certain type of
in your thoughts park. It takes a person relationship you see yourself in.
with strong convictions and a
clear understanding of where they There is a common thread to what
see themselves in the future, let most achieved individuals say when
alone going after it and sustaining asked how they attained their level of
success. “Create the grandest vision
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“Create Business seem. Blood sweat and tears or
the grandest blood sweat and heels is how I’d like
vision possible for your life; because you to call it. The beauty of dreams is
possible for become what you believe” Oprah that they are transformed and over
your life; Whinfrey. Dreams happen in the time they become clearer. You will
because you most private moments you have to find new inspiration, go to new
become what yourself and yes, it can be daunting places and meet new people that
you believe” to reveal such intimate thoughts to will influence the development of
the world because you are afraid your dream. Being open to this can
— Oprah Whinfrey of how it might be received. This open up a world of possibilities that
is where you give birth to your first you had never even imagined. So
level of strength. Confessing your walk confidently even though you
dream out loud is giving existence make mistakes along the way. Those
to it, once it is out in the universe it are there in order for you to learn to
almost becomes more real, realistic build your character to be smarter,
even. This is how the journey to bolder and stronger.
achieving your aspirations begins.
Once your character is accustomed
Things that are worthwhile are to this growth of self it becomes
never easy to come by. A life of almost second nature to persevere
success in all spheres of love, career and press on because you are on the
and social requires the willingness way and walking the walk, as well as
to run the marathon no matter talking the talk. You are nurturing
how long or uncomfortable it may your goals and dreams and breathing
life into the dream. And if it has life
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wildest expectations.

Let’s face it not everyone will
agree with your vision. There will be
naysayers, doom-and-gloom givers.
You are either rise above negativity or
you going to break and become part of
the grey stream of society of safe living.

An extraordinary life only
happens when you have the ability
to think outside of the box. Be
prepared to go over and above the
norm.Greatness was never achieved
by being mediocre. Be bold; dream;
live! If you have a big dream prepare
for battle. Nothing good or even
worth achieving will come without
a few wounds. Resilience is key in
chasing that future.

With these few and basic
principles the possibilities are endless
and achieving your dreams will be
not just be the greatest reward but an
exciting and interesting journey too.
Clarify your dreams and begin taking
well thought out actions towards
fulfilling them. Each action leads to
the next and to the next until finally
you can say “my dream came true”.

Business

PYFAEOESUSDRION W e must eat in order come to find what your passion is
to survive, correct? and are trying to manage a number
Invest in yourself Without food we of other responsibilities. You can
would starve. Eating feed this passion in little ways. In the
By Shaunne Stubchen is necessary for our physical health mean time this can be done by doing
as well as our growth. So just as small things daily that encourages the
breakfast being the most important love for it and bit by bit you will find
meal of the day, so is starting your yourself investing more and time
day off with something you are towards doing what you love. The
passionate about. It is like a push in important thing is to start.
the right direction because your day
is charged with love and enjoyment, The late founder of the Apple
be it reading and learning about Company, Steve Jobs, imparted
your passion or actually practising wisdom when he said that; “your
the passion. This has the power to time is limited, so don’t waste it
completely transform your day. living someone else’s life. Don’t be
trapped by the dogma” – which is to
Bite sizes can be just as delicious live with the results of other people’s
as big mouthfuls if you have only just thinking. Don’t let the noise of other’s

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Business

Living a
passion
filled life
not only
brings
enjoyment
but affects
your
health in
a positive
way too

opinions drain out your inner voice. out on things but the reward of this passions are fuelled with love and
Most importantly, have the courage will become apparent so long as you commitment. Everything that once
to follow your heart and intuition. keep at it. Feeding your passions is seemed out of alignment and both
Your inner- being somehow already fulfilling and when you commit to mundane and ordinary becomes
knows what you truly aspire towards. pursuing them your mind, body, magically filled with serendipity and
Everything else is secondary.” heart and soul thrive and support a little bit extraordinary.
you in doing it.
You are aware of what you are So take heart, listen to your inner
passionate about. Feel good about Living a passion filled life not only voice and feed your passion because
what you do and find joy in doing brings enjoyment but affects your as it is said, nothing ventured/
it. The more you do it, invest time health in a positive way too; your nothing gained…. Nothing great can
and dedication to it; the greater the whole world seems to be brighter and be accomplished without passion.
possibility of that passion becoming filled with even more possibility than
your life’s work. We are not made to before. It is amazing the situations Anything that resembles greatness
have passions without being given you find yourself in once you was nurtured, meticulously planned
the power to pursue them. start doing what you love, people, and through time greatly polished.
opportunities almost seem to come
Feeding your passion comes with to you with little effort on your part
its price and its reward. At times you all because your actions towards your
will have to make sacrifices and miss
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Advertorial

SFBAOUEDNNUVDETEVRHOOTFAILFSEIRNNITGCA Each case is therefore
carefully considered with specific
All you need to know requirements in mind. We arrange
for outside sources of help wherever
T he Advertising Benevolent its establishment in 1969, the ABF possible such as disability grants,
Fund Of South Africa has helped over 400 families – total pensions and other grants in aid, thus
(ABF) has grown out of the funds given towards grants in aid are spreading the financial load.
need to grant assistance to just under R8 million.
those associated with the business of In certain cases the ABF has
advertising who find themselves in HOW THE ABF HELPS provided aid such as a wheelchair,
extreme difficulties through illness, Assistance is given by way of leg callipers, etc. Where needed,
accident, loss of support of the payment to meet short-term crises the cost of special nursing services
breadwinner, and unemployment. such as rent, medical expenses has been met by the ABF. Supply of
and food. The main concern at food has been ensured where there
There are indeed few people in the ABF is always to safeguard is simply no money available to buy
agencies, media and advertising shelter and to provide food this essential.
services who are not vulnerable. and essential needs, in that way
Medical aid schemes don’t always ‘bridging-the-gap’ by giving short- The ABF has been fortunate in
fully cover the costs of major term assistance until most of the obtaining the services of qualified
surgery, treatment of terminal problems are overcome. social workers who assist infinitely
diseases and nursing services. Since in providing advice and putting
these people in touch with the
appropriate authorities, where
outside bodies can help.

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Advertorial

HOW DOES IT WORK? function in each company. When authorised by the acting president and

We have a validation committee a new application for assistance is treasurer, payment is made via EFT.

headed by the current acting ABF received, the circumstances are

president John Bowles. We meet thoroughly reviewed by the Relief HOW IS THE AMOUNT

on a monthly basis to re-assess Validating Committee that decides DETERMINED?

every single current application what, if any, assistance should be T h e a m o u n t i s b a s e d o n t h e

or client. given. Each case is allocated and recommendations of our social

Two social workers conduct referred to by a number to preserve workers; the merit of the application

monthly interviews with each client the anonymity of the recipient. The and the ABF’s availability of funds.

and also carry out home visits to identity of the beneficiaries is known Although we have a guideline like a

make sure the information supplied to the Relief Validating Committee maximum amount we would donate

to us is correct. The ABF evaluates and to no one else. to help with funeral expenses etc we

each client in detail on a regular also take into consideration other

basis to decide if we can, or should, HOW DO YOU APPLY? sources of income or other avenues

be helping that person in a different A p p l i c a n t s a p p ly v i a e m a i l t o where funds could be generated

way, and also to make sure we always the ABF. On receipt of enquiry, for this person. We try to keep

stay in touch them and recipients for a maximum

know their most current period of three months.

circumstance. There are indeed During this time we keep
The ABF should ideally few people in close tabs with them on
a monthly basis to see if
be representative of their situation changes.
various sections within
the industry including

advertisers, media owners, agencies, media CAN YOU APPLY FOR
PR agencies, advertising and advertising HELP FROM ABF
agencies, market research services who are IF YOU HAVE ANY
companies, supply not vulnerable OTHER SOURCE OF
houses, freelancers, etc. A INCOME?
representative committee Yes, we do not exclude
is one of the challenges applicants if they have
faced by the ABF. other sources of income
of whatever nature (salary,
With the exception of

our paid officials, which UIF, pensions, grants etc.)

include the treasurer We assess the financial

and two social workers, situation in its entirety,

all serve in an entirely voluntary application forms are forwarded and might still help to a small

capacity. While the fund is based in t o t h e c l i e n t , w h i c h n e e d t o extent even if someone has other

Johannesburg, regional branches b e c o m p l e t e d – t h i s i n c l u d e s income avenues. We do try and point

administer local aspects of the ABF’s t h e c o m p l e t i o n o f a f i n a n c i a l applicants in the right direction if we

work in Durban. We are in the questionnaire. These are then feel they could also receive help from

process of re-establishing a presence forwarded to the social worker other sources to lessen the burden on

in Cape Town. that determines the authenticity the ABF (like social grants, the Jewish

of the claim. The social worker will helping hand or other welfare funds).

WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR then make a recommendation in

ASSISTANCE terms of how, and how much we WHO FINANCES THE ABF?
All those engaged in the advertising need to help this person. The case Corporate donors are companies
industry – media and advertising is then presented to the validation that contribute a varying amount of
agencies, advertisers, artists, committee for discussion and Annual Subscription Fees depending
photographers, advertising further action. On some occasions, mostly on their size and annual
researchers, freelancers or other one on one counselling services is turnover supplied to the ABF. In
suppliers to the industry, are all all that is needed. addition to Corporate Donors, there is
eligible. In the main they must be also individual membership available
connected with the advertising Once the decision of financial aid is to employees of organisations
concluded, and the funds have been

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The main WHO ADMINISTERS THE ABF
concern at The Executive Committee currently consists of:
the ABF is • John Bowles (Acting President)
always to • Andy Rice (Long standing patron and friend of the ABF)
safeguard • Riana Stander (Treasurer)
shelter and • Olav Westphal (Fundraising Assistance)
to provide • Marc Middlecote (Fundraising Assistance)
food and • Marco Santos (Fundraising Assistance)
essential • Chirene Campbell (Publicity Assistance)
needs
associated with the industries. Their the ABF funds. There is a great
Annual Subscription Fees currently need for many more subscribers,
stand at R500 per annum for a once corporate donors and committee
off payment or may be paid via a members to help this Fund continue
debit order at R40 per month. the essential work it is doing
and will continue to do in the
Fundraising functions such years ahead.
as Tenpin Bowling, Cricket, Lawn
B owl s a n d G o l f To u r n a m e n t s Facebook: facebook.com/ABFSA
are held regularly by the ABF. Twitter: @ABFsouthafrica
All these functions help to boost

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Fashion & Beauty

Beauty is
spiritual
& physical

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I am a Queen.
My crown is my curse!

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Fashion & Beauty

Character, Intelligence, Strength,
& Style that makes beauty
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Fashion & Beauty

People will stare. Make it worth their while
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Being Natural is not a statement.
It is the closest I can get to being myself

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You cannot control everything.
Your hair was put on your head to remind you of that

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Fashion & Beauty

Gorgeous hair is the best revenge
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Fashion & Beauty

Beauty looks like encouragement, patience,
acceptance, forgiveness & compassion
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If your hair is done and you are wearing the right shoes,
you can get away with anything

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THE POWER SUIT

The number of W earing clothes used some time before we are on par with
females in managing to be regarded as our male counterparts.
or top tier positions good manners to
in the workspace is the Royal Family, The power is slowly but surely
on the rise a necessity, today it is an extension shifting. The same goes for the suit
of who we are and the roles we play which men started wearing in the
daily. Women used to be seen solely as 600s. When women first started
subdued nurturers who were weaker wearing them around the 1870s
than their male counter- parts and they were considered as male
capable of much less. Today we are clothing. During the 19th century
seeing an ever-evolving showing how suits consisted of tailored jackets and
women are regarded and what they long skirts that were used for riding,
do and how they express themselves. archery and walking. Trendsetters
The number of females in managing at the time would wear this attire
or top tier positions in the workspace as everyday wear. Wearing a suit
is on the rise and although it may be signified wealth and exclusivity.
Coco Chanel the revolutionary

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Fashion & Beauty

When a woman
wears a suit
she exudes
strength that
implies that
she has what
it takes to
be in control
and drive and
implement
her vision

French Designer, birthed Chanel no are having their say in boardrooms, the choice of suit we wear. If one is
5 which is adored all over the world, advancing companies and changing feeling more feminine they would
embodied strength and ambition and the world. It is worth mentioning that opt for a suit consisting of a skirt and
with a single bold move advanced perhaps the suit is something that blazer and al- though it is the more
how we dress today. In 1914 she empowers a woman to feel as if she feminine representative of the suit
designed her first suit. By the 1980s is as strong as a man if she can dress is doesn’t make a woman any less
the power suit was popular among like one. As gender lines and roles strong, powerful or ambitious. If we
corporate women and was worn are being increasingly blurred and are feeling like we need a power lift
with air, which included shoulder feminism is reaching new heights and are going to be surrounded by
pads, decorative buttons and bright, in promoting equality among men men we tend to wear the pants suit.
feminine colours. and women the suit goes beyond just Regardless of what suit is being worn
feeling strong in their suits. These I believe the women of South Africa
When a woman wears a suit she women are clothed in strength and are rising and will change companies
exudes strength that implies that they have more freedom than they and this country for the better
she has what it takes to be in control did before which enables them whether they’re in a skirt or pants.
and drive and implement her vision. to hold their own in whose ever
She has the courage to pursue it, presence they and themselves. Looking back at the evolution of
ambition to go get her dreams. How the design in the power suit is a pure
many women today are fulfilling As women we display both mirror reflection of how the power
their dreams and making a name feminine and masculine qualities in the boardroom has evolved and
for themselves? Countless. They and sometimes this is reflective in shifted from men to woman.

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Motoring
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Motoring

BUSINESS WHEELS

The Economy of Efficient Mobility

By Phuti Mpyane

A business that does not require motoring solutions is virtually
unheard of in this modern world. From the smallest roadside stall
to a massive conglomerate, mobility is a natural ingredient which
can make or break the chances of survival of a business. However,
it is not as cut and dried. With more than 2000 models to choose from, South
Africa’s automotive catalogue is an absolute beast of confusion to the buyer.
Worse still, some vehicles are suited to certain industries than others and,
reality dictates that a vehicle that is suited to both work and family usage would
be ideal. We break down the segments and recommend a car for the upstart,
mid-level and established business woman and importantly, we tell you why.

Food

FOOD INDUSTRY:
Catering or running a café requires
a vehicle that is sturdy and robust
enough for carrying heavier
industrial grade goods. For the
food industry this could include
instances of carrying stoves, gas
bottles, boxes of perishables and
such. The first option for a start
up is certainly a bakkie and for
establishments that already have a
fleet, it would not hurt the boss lady

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Motoring

Recruitment

to be in a double-cab which can carry between 5-7 passengers. There has chosen to exploit opportunities
swing between family usage and the is also the option of a full on bus-type in these sectors will need a vehicle
occasional load up of goods. vehicle which will have the added that is not only able to be supremely
advantage to carry more numbers. comfortable for the long journeys,
Our Recommendation: A long the ideal vehicle should also be well
wheel base Toyota Hilux will easily Try these: specified with convenience and
squeeze in those long gas stoves Hyundai H-1: For its generally safety features. The same car also
while other items can also be affordable price and carrying capability. needs to be robust enough to handle
accommodated into the mix. P.S. Volkswagen Kombi: For its sheer size, bad road surfaces such as gravel, pot
(a canopy is a must for protection refinement and undisputed longevity. holes and in some extent, be able to
against theft and weather conditions. Suzuki Ertiga: The ideal startup drive off road.
choice will carry seven in comfort and
RECRUITMENT INDUSTRY: has simple to maintain mechanicals. Try these:
The human resources sector also Ford Ranger: For its accomplished
sees sizeable activity within the TECHNICAL INDUSTRY: road comfort, safety and luxury
many spectrums and as a human A number of technical sectors are features and its ability to drive
capital reliant industry the start up attractive these days, from project on any surface.
or established business will need a management in telecoms to even Toyota Fortuner: Not all engineers
people carrier. Most of the compact mining. The business owner who like the out-and-out brutishness of
entry level options have capability to
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Motoring

Beauty

Technical

a bakkie. For those who seek a fine beauty. The industry has grown excitement as its German rival but at
balance between an outright daily immensely and the requirements a much cheaper price.
drive and work horse then the even more demanding. The Suzuki Vitara: We came upon this
Toyota Fortuner has privatized archetypical salon owner may be tidy midi-SUV and it impressed as
this institution. exempt from much in terms of whole. Its low fuel consumption
Porsche Cayenne: When the profits travelling up and down much, was a highlight as too is its loading
have been rolling in and the time blessed with settling for a little run capacity, the boot capable of
has come to reward yourself for about of choice. The new age game swallowing even a trio of the heftiest
a job well done you will still need now includes franchising, a wider travel bags. It also looks decidedly
something that you can use to clientele base that has the option of pretty and funky with its Evoque-
check on the fellas at all the far call-outs and visiting and reviewing esque design.
flung sites and a Porsche Cayenne new products from suppliers who Mercedes-Benz SLC: Historically
is the epitome of celebrations and may very well be situated hundreds labeled a hair-dressers car by
capability. It’s one of a handful of of kilometers away. the male population, this lovely
luxury and performance SUVs that roadster is suited to the Madame
can handle rocky paths. Try these: of the established house of beauty
Opel Adam: It is the funkiest car simply because it is also an apt
BEAUTY INDUSTRY: since the Mini and it expresses articulation of fun, success, and
One of the main stay sectors is in that colourful sense of life and being free-spirited.

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Motoring

Events

EVENTS INDUSTRY: sophisticated run-about that is BMW i3 BEV: For the trendy,
Wedding, party and corporate event spacious, refined to drive and not network maestro, already-made-
planning is one of those highly heavy on fuel consumption this car it City zipping planners imagine
demanding jobs. It is not unusual to comes highly recommended by our a car that requires no petrol
hear an event planner say they are car experts. It’s also zippy enough to whatsoever. The new BMW i3
thoroughly drained from a recent make light work of inner City travel BEV is a fully electric car with
job. It’s a sector which asks a lot in from one corporate to another and is a respectable range of over 130
travel, carrying capability for start- available in automatic. kilometers. You simply un-plug in
ups and a reliable car. For such a Nissan Qashqai: This is one of those the morning, get to the office and
challenging industry any number of cars that are a well kept secret by if the juice gets threateningly low,
vehicle segments can fit glove-like current owners. Sizable, sexy, there are a number of charging
into the daily grind, from sedans, usable, and very easy to drive on stations being rolled out in major
hatchbacks, SUVs and even bakkies. daily basis be it on a long journey metropolis. Two advantages stand
We reckon a crucial non-negotiable or from to work, the Qashqai is one out. Your travel between new
for an events manager is the fitment of those cars that can effortlessly and existing clients will never
of an automatic transmission. fit into many lifestyles and work ever be affected by strikes in the
demands. The good news is that petroleum industry and yep, you
Try these: it comes in automatic as well, guessed it, it is only available in
Hyundai i20: As proper and Ms or Mrs Events Planner. automatic only.

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Motoring

TIPS FOR SAFE DRIVING

AS THE DAYS OF 2016 PILE ON, THE SUMMER SE ASON IS STE ADILY
SHOW I NG I T ’ S GLOW I NG AND WAR M SELF. I T IS A JOYOUS T IM E
AND PL ANS OF LEISUR E AR E ALR E ADY IN FULL SW ING

By Phuti Mpyane

W hile we wish not to • RUBBER – Check the depths dynamic also extends to your car.
dampen your spirits of your tyre threads. They Have the wiring checked out
at this juncture, must be above the legal limit to avoid disappointment of a
summer, like its to be permitted on roads. Also, surprise breakdown.
angrier sister winter, can create havoc worn out tyres are a safety
for car ownership. Here is a checklist risk through a number of • INSULATION AND CLIMATE
to tick off before you can begin eventualities such as the inability CONTROL – If your car’s
enjoying the sun. to effectively disperse rainwater air-conditioning was suspect
and risking losing control of in recent times then this
• RAIN – As expected it generally the car. It is also a good time is an all-important time to
comes down hard during this to check in with a specialist to have it checked. The sun
season. Prepare in time to lessen determine the integrity of will be in blazing form and a
your chances of frustration and the tyres for blowouts and malfunctioning climate control
accidents by fitting new window slow punctures. will certainly spoil travel. Also
wipers. The set already in use on ensure that there are no leaks
your vehicle is now brittle from • W I R I N G – J u s t a s y o u a r e through windows and doors. If
the winter cold and the hot and aware that home electricity you have never driven with a
watery summer will disintegrate and water are not the best leaking window you have not
them within the first rains. of friends, this relationship experienced a mini-disaster.

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Relationships & Advise

HAFONORDWMYTOAOUKKELEIHNEIGPSEWHRIA!MNT family and colleagues. This can
certainly be a deal breaker and an
Each relationship has different do’s and dont’s that absolute must if you want to make
make it work. they are however, certain common him a keeper.
denominators that keep Them cosy and long lasting
CLEANLINESS
MAINTENANCE LEVEL FRIENDS, FAMILY Yes some men are a little rough
All of us ladies have a little DIVA AND RESPECT around the edges; untidy and sweaty
hidden inside of us. However, When men get together they tend - fact is they generally want the exact
taking it to the extreme could prove to be boys and act silly. If you opposite of this in a woman. We
hazardous to a relationship. If he cannot stand his friends even more are not saying turn into the super
thinks he has to provide a certain importantly his family, then it can house keeper and bring down the
amount of money to keep up with be hard to pull this one off. In a house, but make sure that when you
your beauty expenses such as nutshell you’re totally screwed! Just visit him you do the little things
weaves, nails, eyelashes, facials the like we will stick up for our girls, that matter. Tidy his place or fix the
works he may think twice. With he too will stick up for his boys. It curtains. It is a complete turn on to
him being your BAE might be too boils down to an issue of respect. him to see you doing that!
costly an exercise. Respect for his choice of friends,
HAVE A SIGNATURE SCENT
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creatures. The smallest, most
insignificant thing excites them.
Having a signature perfume that
makes him remember you is an
absolute must for a woman that
wants to turns heads wherever she

Relationships & Advise

Be a little
adventurous
as opposed
to doing
the same
thing when
it comes to
sex!

goes, as much as it’s for him. Having another, he will be interested in you a good morning phone call if
your own personal scent gives you spending more time with you. Don’t you folks do not live together. Allow
that extra va va voom to walk tall be afraid to poke fun at yourself and some time to pass before you reply
with confidence. His encounter with don’t be afraid to make a silly joke to his text. You are a busy woman
you will keep you imprinted in his out of the blue. Being constantly that has her own life; he needs to
mind for days to come. serious is boring! know you are not sitting by the
phone all day waiting for his call.
COOK FOR HIM SUPPORTIVE WOMAN
YES! Restaurant dishes are easy and Nothing makes him happier than KEEP IT LIT AND TURNED UP
efficient, date nights and dining out knowing that he has your full IN THE BEDROOM
is fabulous but nothing beats a home support. This one is a no brainer; you Nothing bores more than being a
cooked meal, especially made by the will have him at your feet by making stuck up madame in bed. We have
person that he loves. Don’t be afraid to him feel acknowledged, supported, been told this since the ancient
play around with ingredients. He will listened and attended to days. Be a little adventurous as
like and appreciate your efforts. Have opposed to doing the same thing
your own dinner date at home. Cook MAKE HIM WORK A TAD MORE when it comes to sex! No one will
a storm for him. You never know what FOR YOUR ATTENTION judge, let alone kill you if you just
may happen next, something you Being a woman is not an easy task. give him a blow job out of the
would not get in a restaurant. The do’s and don’ts can overwhelm blue. You really don’t have to plan
due to the fact that they change like it! Being unpredictable is the most
GIGGLES AND CHUCKLES four seasons in a single day. Yes, attractive thing to men. It can be
MAKE HIM LAUGH our primary task is to be a selfless wearing a new set of underwear.
It is refreshing to him when you helper, care giver and lover. It is COME ON! Bedrooms are
don’t take yourself too serious all never a bad idea to make him work overrated, anywhere kind of sex,
the time. When the two of you find a little for your attention. Every now a simple quickie or just do it while
it easy to laugh together and at one and then let him be the first to give you cook. It works!

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Relationships & Advise

PERFECT PARTNERS

Outsource your needs first to find
the right potential!

P erfect Partners are rated They recently bought out Match believes there only one way, the right
the leading and most VIP, their closest competitor, so are way! Shannon has had to reinvent
professional matchmakers also the largest agency in the country. herself a few times, even starting
in SA, delivering a Shannon Davido is the CEO, having over with an improved game plan
bespoke and personal service retired from the corporate world at stages in her life – she never saw
to professionals who are serious some 12 years ago and wanting to ‘failure’ as an indictment but rather a
about meeting quality others do something meaningful, decided lesson “to do it better next time!”
because this will guarantee you that the professional singles society
do not waste your time on losers, needed a professional footprint in She has always been an
fakes or perverts – or worse! They SA, her own trials and tribulations entrepreneur with vast experience,
were assessed against a global in the singles market proving to be a but is also a registered coach
benchmark for the industry nightmare of endless “maybes” and a specialising in the single dynamic.
worldwide and can proudly claim waste of time. Shannon has studied the new
that they have brought a certain phenomenon of ‘feminine power’
dignity to an other- wise risky Her own story is one of and can advise how best to use it! She
business – where do upmarket folk determination and hard work, not can assure her ladies that men are
and like-minded others? compromising ethics nor is giving up not intimidated by success… Find out
her dreams, against all odds, as she from her how best to use it!

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Horoscope

FHAONORNREUOCASALCSOBTPU2ES0I1N6ESS

F ollowing are the trade will be victorious when new proposal first half will be more promising
horoscopes forecast for all may evolve which would likely to in terms of profitability. This will
the Zodiac signs based on fetch handful profit. Profitability may overall be a defensive year in terms
Sun sign. Yearly forecast reduce in the first part of the year. of comprehensive prosperity. The
of commercial Zodiac is made on Taurean business horoscope is linked months of April, June, November
the basis of Indian astrology by the to statical water and found successful and December would be memorable
astrologer, Asish Kumar Das in fishing industry; however they can for various achievements. Cancerian
shine at ease in secret business. business horoscope is related to
ARIES metal, mineral, chemical as well as
Aries commercial mission will run GEMINI earth-movers with full of laborious
well this year. Steady growth and Gemini trade Zodiac indicates fabulous routine of work. However, they
profit would be ensured until, the development until, the month of July. prospect well in heavy industry of
month of August. Profitability may Infrastructure will remain satisfactory manufacturing.
diminish in the later part of the year. and profitability will soar high; however
New proposal of business partnership the first half of the year may fetch LEO
could be accepted on or before July. better dividend. The months of March, Leo trade Zodiac denotes a difficult
Arian business horoscope is linked to April, May, June, July, August and year ahead. Opportunities appear
motile air which incorporates tour, September will be highly auspicious this year may have short life.
travel, transport and exotic or overseas for profitability. Geminian business Therefore, new ventures should not
trade. Moreover, it may often get horoscope is linked to luck and intellect. be taken seriously. Infrastructure will
inclined to sex and pleasure industry. However, they shine well in patented remain steadily satisfactory. Profit
commerce where strong foundation of may soar high in the months of
TAURUS ethics and spirituality run together. June and July respectively. Leonian
Taurus commercial Zodiac ensures business horoscope is related
a challenging year ahead when CANCER to gaseous element with statical
prospect may not come at ease. Cancer trade prospect may not feature. Besides, they are found to
Obstructions will disappear gradually remain satisfactory as good as the be successful in knowledge based
since, the month of September. The last year. Minor obstruction might trade like, yoga, meditation as well
months of September and October arise from the sub-ordinates. The as counseling and psychic assistance.

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Lifestyle

VIRGO Simultaneously, they are expert Zodiac nativity excel in the business
Virgo commercial situation will manufacturer of vocal instruments of foods and grains. Moreover, they
spring up gradually since, the month and loudspeaker respectively. become successful in academic
of February. Old setup of business Besides, music and recording business as well. Besides, they choose
will be rejuvenated this year. industry is also run by them. career to innovate new academic
Profit may not remain satisfactory theories and application for
until, the month of July. Extra SAGITTARIUS commercial use.
investment may not be required Sagittarius Zodiac of commerce
enhancing organizational health. focuses an ordinary year ahead. AQUARIUS
The second half of the year would Possibility of big investment should Aquarius commercial Zodiac predicts
bring satisfactory profit. Virgonian be avoided. Income will increase a struggling year. New opportunities
business horoscope is related to in the months of September and should be avoided carefully. This is
liquid or watery element meant October. This may not be a year time to protect old setup of business
for extreme satisfaction as a career. of high profitability. Sagittarian meticulously. Conservative policy
However, they are found to be business horoscope is related to air might be required to sustain in the
successful in production of alcohol or and courage as the guiding elements. race. Survival for the fittest would be
breweries. Besides, they also become These Zodiac nativity excel in right slogan this year. The first half of
outstanding entrepreneur in luxury the industry of sports and games. the year, despite all odd will remain
cruise or shipping industry. However, they become famous in the better. The months of September
manufacturing of sports accessories and October would bring good
LIBRA like; football, cricket, hockey, tennis profit. Aquarian business horoscope
Libra commercial field denotes and many more game articles. is related to honor, intellect,
betterment until, the month of Moreover, they produce oxygen for speculation and manufacturing. Fruit
July. The first half seem to be more hospital utilities as well as energetic of knowledge is used as a guiding
favorable for profit. Recovery of the food supplements. factor. These Zodiac nativity choose
past dues should be made in the business of intelligence or detective
first half of the year. The months of CAPRICORN agency. Besides, manufacturing of
September and October may bring Capricorn commercial venture sophisticated or luxurious items is
new opportunities and would be ensures the second half of the their preferred choice of commerce.
ideal for business expansion. Libran year more favorable. The months
business horoscope is related to fiery of March, April, May, June, July, PISCES
element with intellectual properties. August and September will be highly Pisces trade situation remains
However, they are found to excel auspicious for good profit. The year favorable this year. All the obstacles
in journalism, printing, press and may demand more investment in on the way to prospect will disappear
publication industry. Besides, they business. Capricornian business since, the month of February.
are also expert manufacturer of arms horoscope is related to knowledge Anxiety will diminish. The second
and ammunition. and water as guiding factors. These half of the year might seem to be
auspicious in all aspects. Expansion
SCORPIO of infrastructure as well as initiation
Scorpio fate of trade forecasts of new venture will be fruitful. The
considerably a good year in terms of months of January and February
new opportunities and profitability as might bring good profit. Piscean
well. The second half promises a lot business horoscope is related
of profits. This will be a remarkable to moderate motion and fixed
year when growth of business may resistance against all odd. Earth acts
not be visible; however dividend as an elemental factor for this Zodiac
will come at ease since, the month nativity. These people like to deal in
of September. Scorpian business products of pharmaceutical industry
horoscope is related to static like, medicine, surgical accessories as
element like; land, housing and real well as medical insurance. Besides,
estate industry. However, they are they open treatment center like,
found successful to deal in money hospitals, nursing homes as well as
like finance and banking industry. sanatoriums or health resorts.

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