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Internal Newsletter of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation January 2010

HELPING TO REBUILD HAITI

INSIDE President Jacob Zuma at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland International Relations Inter- national Relations International Relations EDITORIAL NOTE Dear Colleagues

Welcome to another edition of the diplomat newsletter. With this being the first edition in 2010, we take this opportunity to officially welcome you back to the office and hope that you are refreshed and rejuvenated to make this year the greatest in building and sustaining international relations and cooperation throughout Africa and the world.

As it is now a well-known fact, the year 2010 is synonymous with the biggest sporting spectacle our continent has ever seen, the SA 2010 FIFA World CupTM. Let’s us remember that we, as proud South Africans, have an obligation to make a good first im- pression with the visiting nations and in ensuring that this world cup becomes the best President Jacob ever and leaves a lasting positive legacy for South Africa and all of Africa. Ke nako! Zuma at the In this edition we bring you the following: President Jacob Zuma at the 40th Annual Meeting of the World Economic World Economic Forum , Haiti earthquake, profile of Tshwane as 2010 host city and many more...... Forum in Signing off until next month. Switzerland

the diplomat is an internal newsletter of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation published by resident Jacob Zuma the Directorate: attended the 40th An- Content Development. nual Meeting of the World Economic Editor-in-Chief: ForumP (WEF) in Switzerland. The Saul Molobi meeting was held under the theme: On the first formal day of the meeting, on Editor: “Improve the State of the World: Re- Wednesday 26 January, President Zuma Paseka Mokhethea think, Redesign, Rebuild.” He was addressed the opening media lunch. It accompanied by National Planning focused on the 2010 FIFA World Cup™., Compilation, Sub-Editing & Commission Minister Trevor Manuel, with the theme “Before the Kick-Off”. Proofreading: Elion Von Wielligh & Siphokazi Mgudlwa Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan, Speaking to members of the WEF media Economic Development Minister contingent, President Zuma said: Design and Layout: Zimele Ngxongo, Ebrahim Patel, Trade and Indus- “The 2010 FIFA World Cup™ is the big- Shaune van Wyk, Pumeza Albert & Muzi try Minister Rob Davies, Water and gest event of its kind to have ever taken Msimanga Environmental Affairs Minister place in South Africa and in Africa. It of- Buyelwa Sonjica, and Tourism fers an opportunity for the world to see Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk and experience Africa in a different way. Pictures: Above and above left: Jacoline Prinsloo & Unathi Ngamntwini and a large number of South African It is an opportunity to tackle stereotypes economy required a mixture of public and tutions like the UN Security Council, World President Jacob Zuma at the World business leaders. and preconceptions, and explore new private investment. The challenge was to Bank and International Monetary Fund. Economic Forum in Switzerland The views expressed in this newsletter frontiers of interaction and cooperation. It find the right balance between state inter- During his stay in Davos, President Zuma do not necessarily reflect those of the The South African team strongly is an important milestone in the regenera- vention and market-driven economic ac- held a number of bilateral meetings. These Above right: DIRCO or the editors. President Jacob Zuma promoted the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ tion of the continent.” tivity. The two should reinforce each other, included meetings with Soros Foundation with the 2010 FIFA World The deadline for contributions is 20 under the theme “Experience South he said. President Zuma also joined lead- Chairman George Soros, former US Cup™Ambassadors, Mark Fish February 2010. Africa”. His attendance coincided with President Zuma participated in a special ers from Mexico, Canada, Korea, Vietnam President Bill Clinton, UK Conserva- and Lucas Radebe in Switzerland Contributions may be sent to cbe000 or a programme of activities to profile the plenary session entitled ‘A Conversation and Spain in a plenary discussion on ‘Glo- tive Party leader David Cameron, Swiss [email protected] 2010 FIFA World Cup™ and promote on South Africa’, with Newsweek Interna- bal Governance Redesigned’. Confederation President Doris Leuthard, South Africa as an attractive destina- tional editor Fareed Zakaria. The discus- the Duke of York HRH Prince Andrew, All enquiries: Paseka Mokhethea @ Tel: (012) 351-1569 tion for trade, investment and tourism. sion, which was recorded for broadcast President Zuma said that a major prob- Spanish Prime Minister José Luis Fax: (012) 342-1192 This included events with leaders in on CNN, looked at the achievements and lem with global decision-making was that Rodriguez Zapatero, and former UN business and the media, and a visible challenges of South Africa 20 years after poor countries did not have a say in impor- Secretary General Kofi Annan. marketing campaign that made South the release of Nelson Mandela. President tant decisions that affected their lives. He Africa’s presence felt across Davos. Zuma said growth in the South African called for an overhaul of multilateral insti-

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What The South African Deputy Minister answering phone calls at the Government & Civil SABC pledging studio Society Have Been Doing To Assist The HELPING TO Haitians

resident Jacob G. Zuma REBUILD HAITI issued a statement on 13 decisions to possibly send another medi- Canada, in an effort to mobilize interna- January 2010, a day after cal team to Haiti, to assist the vulnerable tional solidarity to the people of Haiti. The the earthquake, convey- and needy, and possibly focus on primary Department will also remain in close liai- ing the Government’s healthcare and medical services. son with the AU to consolidate continental and the people of South responses in support of Haiti. South Afri- PAfrica’s sympathy to the Government The SABC has launched a telethon on ca’s civil society has also been very active of Haiti, stating inter alia: “The Gov- Thursday 28 January 2010, in an effort in assisting the Haitians. Gift-of-the-Giv- ernment and the people of the Repub- to appeal to the South African public and ers did also send various teams which in- lic of South Africa wish to convey to private sector, to support relief efforts in cluded medical personnel and engineers, His Excellency Mr. Rene Garcia Préval, Haiti. Deputy-Minister van der Merwe par- to assist the vulnerable in Haiti. President of the Republic of Haiti, the ticipated in the event, playing a central Government and the people of the Re- role in the efforts of the SABC to further public of Haiti our deepest sympathy moblise financial support to Haiti. Early in- Other Efforts and condolences following the disas- dications already point to a figure of more Across Africa, government, churches, trous earthquake that struck Southern Department liaised closely with already contributed to Haiti. The value of than a US$100 000 being mobilized. business and civil society leaders are Haiti near the capital of Port-au-Prince the organisers in an effort to ensure the CERF is that it could disburse funds mobilizing support for the people of on Tuesday, 12 January 2010.” their participation in the relief efforts immediately in humanitarian emergencies The Department has also assisted in Haiti. In South Africa, CIVICUS and its to Haiti. of this nature, and does not have to wait facilitating logistical arrangements for partners, African Monitor, Trust Africa, Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe for a long bureaucratic response. other Non-Governmental Organizations the Southern Africa Trust, Charity Aid also issued a media statement on 14 Rescue SA, with its heavy lifting to leave for Haiti in order to try and as- Foundation (CAF) Southern Africa, the January 2010, indicating South Africa’s equipment and experience, was in The Emergency Response Committee sist the vulnerable during these difficult South African Red Cross Society; the commitment to provide humanitarian strong demand, even requested to (ERC), in which DIRCO is playing a criti- times.DIRCO, through its Mission in New National Welfare Forum; and Ivan May assistance to the people of Haiti, maintain- play a critical role in the search and cal role, has met three times already since York, also participated in a Brazilian led through 1485 Radio Today on 1484 ing the visibility of South Africa’s support rescue efforts undertaken to assist the disaster struck to coordinate a South resolution on emergency relief efforts to AM in Jozi and through SADC (also efforts, but also guiding the public to con- with finding survivors in the critically African response under the auspices of Haiti, in an effort to further mobilize inter- DStv 169), the Synergos Institute, The tact the National Disaster Management important building that hosted the the National Disaster Management Centre national support to the affected people of NEPAD Business Foundation and the Centre, in an effort to ensure coordination UN MINUSTHA offices. Positive (NDMC), the latter being the nodal point Haiti. This resolution, which was adopted African Women’s Foresight Network, of relief efforts from South Africa. Within comments were received from the for disaster management in South Africa, on 22 January 2010, was co-sponsored have agreed to join what is known as two days that the earthquake struck Haiti, UN and other role-players with re- The first meeting was held on 15 January by South Africa, further showing South the “Africa for Haiti Campaign” and to the Department of International Rela- gard to the important role that Res- 2010. Africa’s solidarity to the people of Haiti in help in co-ordinating efforts. tions and Cooperation (DIRCO) provided cue SA played. their hour of need. a financial contribution to the Rescue SA A further decision was taken on 27 Jan- The campaign has the support of “Search and Rescue” team, to the value South Africa is also a regular uary 2010 by the NDMC to send another The Branch: Americas, with the full par- church, business and civil society of R1 million. contributor to the Central Emer- medical support team to Haiti, which would ticipation of relevant missions, is also daily leaders including Mrs Graça Machel, gency Response Fund – CERF, primarily focus on psycho-social services, evaluating developments, and is providing Archbishops Desmond Tutu, Njon- This was the first search and rescue of the United Nations, which has offering trauma counseling. (A non-gov- regular reports to the Minister and senior gonkulu Ndungane, Malusi Mpuml- team that went to Haiti it left on 15 January promised US$25 million for emer- ernment organization, called Global Re- management, in an effort of coordinating wana, Thabo Makgoba, and business- and returned on 23 January 2010. Private gency relief to Haiti. Through lief, would play a critical role in this effort.) the Government’s political response. The men Trevor Ncube and Reuel Khoza. companies like Discovery, Netcare and these contributions, (SA is cur- This small team of 10 people will also act Department is also interacting at various Contributed by the Humanitarian Affairs Directorate Vodacom also sponsored it. The rently the 27th largest contribu- as a type of reconnaissance team, which levels within important role-players like tor to CERF), South Africa has would assist the EOC to make further Carricom and other donor countries like

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PB Departmental issues Mr. Mxolisi Mtshisa during his farewell function with his colleagues from the Finance Section

Discussions during the Heads of Missions 2010 HEADS OF MISSIONS BRIEFING SESSION FIFA World Cup™ FOR THE 2010 FIFA WORLD CUP™ consultative session ublic Diplomacy hosted a (ICC). This kit will consist of a media PR/ac- Cameroon, Nigeria and Ivory Coast and Al- briefing and consultative session tivity plan, exhibition framework, mass mobi- geria. Fans across the SADC region will also with Heads of Missions Heads lisation/outreach programme and in-country be targeted due to their proximity to South of Mission of the five qualified stakeholder engagement. Africa, and to explore ways in which they can African countries, SADC and to A presentation on the proposed road tap into the commercial and entertainment the other 31 countries that were able to show was done in conjunction with benefits of the event in a bid to ensure the P th attend on the 18 January 2010. The pur- DIRCO’s key 2010 FIFA World Cup™ stake- 2010 FIFA World Cup™ is truly an African pose of the briefing was to present the pro- holders, namely; International Marketing World Cup. posed 2010 FIFA World Cup™ Road Show Council (IMC), MTN, Government Commu- Over 2 million of the 3 million available to their countries from February - April nication and Information System (GCIS), tickets for the tournament have now been 2010. The proposed roadshow will also fo- Department of Arts and Culture (DAC), 2010 sold, with a total of 1,206,865 ticket applica- cus on boosting ticket sales, relay South Organising Committee (OC) and the tions having been received from 192 coun- Africa’s readiness to host the FIFA 2010 Department of Sport and Recreation tries during the third ticketing sales phase. World Cup™ and promote Brand SA to (SRSA). While ticket applications from South boost tourism, the economy and internation- The tour will kick-off in West Africa, the African residents have improved, the al relations. The Heads of Mission were also region with the highest number of African situation in other markets especially in briefed on the toolkit that will be developed countries to have qualified for the 2010 FIFA Africa needs to be further promoted and im- farewell tata by the International Coordinating Committee World Cup™ and will include visits to Ghana, proved. After 21 years in DIRCO, Mxolisi Mtshisa is ready to plough back into his community in Mthatha WHY

r Mxolisi Mtshisa left was very advanced,” said Mr. Mtshisa Football DIRCO on a high note in who was attached to the Budgets and January 2010 looking for- Treasurership Directorate at Finance ward to serving his com- as a Senior State Accountant. Having South African Cabinet proud supporters of Bafana Bafana FridayS? munity and spending more time with his worked for the Department for 21 years, M The 2010 FIFA World Cup™ South Africa Organising Committee, the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS), family. Mr. Mtshisa is very grateful for the ex- South African Tourism, the SABC, FIFA and the International Marketing Council – all represented in the 2010 National Communication The 63 year old started working for the perience that he has received from the Partnership (NCP) – have launched Football Fridays under the ambit of the NCP’s Fly the Flag for Football Campaign. Department as an administrative as- Department. “I’ve never received any sistant in 1989. “When I joined the formal training in finance prior to working ootball Fridays showcase our the football supporter kit every Friday until ● Let us celebrate our unique “South African- Department, it was very dif- for DIRCO, but now I am leaving not just positive anticipation of the 2010 FIFA the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ and to attend ness” through diverse cultural activities, in- ficult as I was part of the with experience but also had an opportu- F World Cup™ as another defining matches across the country. cluding the “diski dance” and proudly South team that was deployed nity to be trained in BAS and financial ac- moment for a country that has achieved a ● It is a celebration of our passion to fly the African music. after the TBVC States counting,” great deal since 1994. flag for the game of football, to display our ● Working with various sectors of society to (Transkei, Bophuthatswana, He also added. that he will miss his col- ● An initiative of the Southern Sun hotel national symbols, build a cohesive nation intensify Football Fridays, we must display Venda and Ciskei) era. leagues who were now like a family but his group, Football Fridays has now become an and to learn our national anthem. the spirit of a winning nation. It was not easy to adjust retirement means more time with his chil- official, national celebration. The 2010 NCP will sustain the Fly the Flag ● Let everybody become part of Team South as I was not familiar with the dren and an opportunity to plough back to ● Football Fridays are a fun and simple for Football Campaign for domestic mobilisa- Africa and contribute towards a memorable systems that were used this his village in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. way for everyone in South Africa and South tion. World Cup by showcasing our spirit of ubun- side and all the equipment Africans abroad to be part of the excitement ● All South Africans and anyone living in our tu to the world. Let us become good hosts for in the build-up to the World Cup. country are invited to fly the flag, learn the the world to revisit our shores even long after ● All are invited to show support for our national anthem and embrace these sym- the World Cup event. national team, Bafana Bafana, by wearing bols with pride. Mr. Mtshisa holding his farewell gift the diplomat January 2010 7 Above left: Ms. International Relations Elllen Hajie; Director Protocol Ceremonial and Diplomatic Guesthouse.

tive suites, six junior executive suites (one of at the guesthouse, it is meant to only host dip- the room is disability friendly), private meeting lomatic engagements. Ms. Hajie said the new room, private dining room and a holding room. diplomatic guesthouse has been benchmarked There are also three support staff bedrooms with China and Angola ‘s diplomatic guest- upstairs. houses, which are both respected globally. Diplomatic Guest House The new building also caters for DIRCO of- The exciting changes at the diplomatic ficials who will be working awkward hours dur- guesthouse also mean that the staff comple- ing the engagements that will be held at the ment will increase to accommodate house- ready to host the World guesthouse. keeping, kitchen staff and other areas, which There are outside staff bedrooms that ac- the previous building did not have. The official commodate six bedrooms that will be used by opening of the diplomatic guesthouse will be ublic Diplomacy team the officials. There are no private functions held announced soon. was privileged to be one of the few that had the opportunity to be orientated in the newly renovated Diplomatic Guesthouse in PWaterkloof. The revamped building combines both Western and African décor which blends well with the natural colours to give it a classy look. The staff that used to work in the old building moved to the Presidential guesthouse in 2008 to allow for the re- vamp of the guesthouse.

The old building used to be owned by the Department of Public Works and when there were maintenance faults, the turnaround time was too long to fix the problem. When the DIRCO building team was planning the new look of the new building, the diplomatic guesthouse was included in the plans.

“The previous diplomatic guesthouse building was too old, falling apart, out- dated and did not suit the kind of cli- entele that we serve,” said Ms. Ellen Hajie, Director, Protocol Ceremonial and Guesthouse. There is no longer a confer- ence facility in the building, instead, the guesthouse now has on the ground floor, one presidential suite, five senior execu- Preview of the Diplomatic Guesthouse

8 the diplomat January 2010 the diplomat January 2010 9 Your Health News from GEMS In many regions, In search of lasting service excellence in healthcare especially

t speaks volumes about a medi- pleasing results of a recent survey con- decrease in the unlimited primary health- areas of cal scheme and its service lev- ducted among 2 000 GEMS members. Of care benefits. chronic els when surveyed members those surveyed 80.4% indicated that they unequivocally state that the one were “very satisfied” with the services of Members on Ruby, Emerald and Onyx poverty, aspect that they value the most the scheme while 81.3% rated staff mem- will now find that the in-hospital Pre- leprosy about their medical scheme is bers as being friendly and caring. A further scribed Minimum Benefit (PMB) day case Iits service excellence. 80.5% of those surveyed viewed the staff benefit is no longer pro-rated with the limit continues as knowledgeable and professional. on each of these options being substan- The Government Employees Medical tially raised to R10 760. Adding to this, to attack Scheme (GEMS) has been at the cutting Since it’s inception in 2005 the Govern- the benefit for medical and surgical appli- children, edge of many new trends in the South Af- ment Employees Medical Scheme (GEMS) ances has been doubled for 2010 making rican medical schemes environment. For has grown into the second largest medical it easier than ever for GEMS members to women and example, when it first opened its doors for scheme in the country, proudly covering receive quality care. Emerald members men business in 2006 few expected it to be the over 420 000 principal members and well will now also be able to enjoy a new sup- unqualified success that it has turned out over one million individuals in South Africa plementary block benefit, which provides to be. in total. members with greater access to optical and dental benefits amongst others. The In the words of Prof Richard Levin, The recipe to GEMS’ success is quite basic dentistry limit on this option has also Chairman of the GEMS Board of Trustees: plain and simple: you buy what you need been tripled for 2010 in response to mem- Managing Leprosy “GEMS remains a text book role model – no more, no less. The ever-improving ber suggestions. medical scheme that continues to exceed range and combination of benefits on of- January was World and eyes, leaving the sufferer looking de- United Republic of Tanzania and India, every expectation. In terms of member fer from GEMS mean that it will be easier While some may fear that the addition Leprosy Day, as formed. where leper colonies can still be found. growth it has no equal in the South African than ever for scheme members to choose of new benefits will spell an increase in part of the Govern- This once rampant disease has now healthcare environment, and yet despite the options that offer what they really need price, GEMS members can rest assured ment Employees been contained with the use of Multidrug The WHO remains dedicated to the its considerable growth, member satisfac- in 2010. in the knowledge that the value for mon- Medical Scheme’s Therapy (MDT), which the World Health fight against this debilitating disease and tion levels remain as impressive as ever.” ey they are receiving is outstandingly (GEMS) ongoing Organisation (WHO) has provided for free advocates that the only way to conquer it Each of the five GEMS options has competitive. GEMS is ever mindful that 25 effort to educate to all leprosy patients worldwide since is by changing the negative, stigmatised To its credit, GEMS has taken every been considerably enhanced with the ad- everyone is trying to stretch their health- our members and fu- 1995. The MDT treatment is taken in six perception that still dominates society’s measure to ensure that its service levels dition of new benefits. Sapphire members care rand as far as possible nowadays. ture members on a range of to twelve month courses and conveniently opinion so that those who are infected can would remain in a league of their own. will be pleased to know that they are now That is why the scheme continues to healthcare topics, we would like to comes in monthly calendar blister packs. feel free to come forward and seek help These efforts have had an encourag- offered a private hospital maternity benefit deliver options that are between 10% provide you with some valuable infor- The treatment is highly effective and there without the fear of being ostracised by the ingly positive result, so much so that the that includes pathology and radiology. The and 25% less expensive and often more mation on Leprosy. is no known resistance to it. community.

scheme has continued to grow in leaps Sapphire and two Beryl options are also comprehensive than those on offer from If you have any more questions on Leprosy you can phone the and bounds while service levels have re- providing sound mental health support; other medical schemes in the market. Leprosy – it’s a word we all know so The WHO estimates that four million GEMS call centre on 0860 00 4367 or send SMS to 083 450 mained impressive. benefits including treatment by psycholo- (Issued by: Martina Nicholson Associates (MNA) on behalf of well and for many of us it conjures up people have been prevented from suffer- 4367. GEMS will assist you in every way possible to ensure Just how impressive is evidenced by the gists have been introduced without any GEMS) stigmatised images of a biblical illness. ing leprosy related disabilities and over the your family’s health and well-being. Indeed, the first known written mention last 20 years 14 million have been cured, is dated 600BC. But just how much do thanks to MDT treatment. we know about the disease? Leprosy, Basic self defence classes for female staff at DIRCO also known as Hansen’s Disease, has af- Leprosy is mildly infectious and can be fected the lives of millions throughout the contracted from contact with droplets of As part of the 16 Days of Activism for no Violence Against centuries, casting them into a shadow of fluid from the nose and mouth of untreat- Women and Children, the Chief Directorate: Gender hosted shame, isolation and rejection. ed, severely infected patients but the dis- 4 SAPS instructors in December 2009 for an introduction ease itself is not highly infectious. After the to basic self defence classes for women in the Department. Fortunately, the medical position on first dose of MDT patients are no longer Women, are by far the majority of victims and leprosy has had a complete turn-around infectious whatsoever. survivors of gender based violence (including all forms of in recent years and it is now commonly sexual assault), teaching them accepted that the disease is not highly Between 1991 and 2000, the WHO how to defend themselves will infectious and can be effectively treated. achieved it’s goal of reducing prevalence help to build confidence and The cause of the illness is from a slow- in the disease by 90% worldwide, howev- practical skills that can extend growing bacterial infection that affects the er pockets of endemicity still exist in parts the 16 Days campaign into a skin and nerves. If left untreated the dis- of Angola, Brazil, the Central African Re- lifetime of physical empower- ease becomes so severe that permanent public, the Democratic Republic of Congo, ment. damage is done to the skin, nerves, limbs Madagascar, Mozambique, Nepal, the

DIRCO’s female officials who attended the basic self defence classes Profiles of the host cities

KFMA - 2010 youth (under 12) Soccer These measures will ensure that the en- ● Landscaping World Championship, in conjunction with vironmental impact of the City of Tshwane ● Landmarks and gateways the Korea Football Mission Association. hosting the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ ● Decoration in terms of flag, banner The aim of the project is to identify and events, is minimised. and outdoor advertising displays, develop talented young players amongst Youth and Democracy Greening Project ● Streetscaping, paving and street the previously disadvantaged. The motto This project is to be launched in conjunc- furniture, of the programme is “To Give Hope and tion with the Department of Environmen- ● Lighting (both functional and Dreams to the Children in Africa”. tal Management Services and will focus decorative), ● The Blue Bulls Company, managers on youth participation in service delivery ● City neatness, cleanliness and waste of Loftus Versfeld Stadium, will establish a through environmental services, ensuring removal Soccer Academy as part of its contribution creation of temporary employment & skills to the City’s strategic legacy programme. development for the youth. Stadiums and facilities

Transport Infrastructure City Beautification Loftus Versfeld Stadium ● Upgrades to road infrastructure in- The city decoration and beautification ap- Loftus Versfeld Stadium (Loftus) will host clude the areas around Loftus Versfeld, proach for Tshwane will complement and six first and second round matches during Tshwane a proud host city of Atteridgeville, Mamelodi and the access reflect the city’s vision, i.e. “to be the lead- the 2010 FIFA World Cup™. routes to Wonderboom Airport. ing international African Capital City of Loftus is one of South Africa’s oldest and ● A total of 16 stations on the Tshwane excellence that empowers the community most established stadiums. The site has railroad have been refurbished. Many of to prosper in a safe and healthy environ- been used for sports events since 1903, the FIFA 2010 World Cup™ our citizens commute by rail on a daily ba- ment”, by means of the following: and the first concrete structure, which sis and will benefit from this upgrade post ● Screening of construction sites could accommodate 2 000 spectators, 2010. was built in 1923. Since 1948 it has been City Profile and offices add to the melting pot of ful tournament. The host city operations ● Wonderboom Airport has been up- upgraded continuously and has hosted Tshwane is a metropolitan area estab- cultures in this city. around the three matches at Loftus Vers- graded in preparation for 2010. The airport numerous international events, sporting lished in 2000 in terms of a new local feld Stadium went smoothly, and Loftus will also be acquiring a replacement Business and otherwise. Today, Lof- government structure. Since it incorpo- Origin of the name itself was a shining example of a world- weather system and new emergency opportunities: tus is home to the Premier rates Pretoria, Tshwane is now the seat of class stadium. Over three matches, 130 vehicles. Soccer League football club government administration. Tshwane/Pre- Tshwane 000 people watched teams USA, Brazil Mamelodi Sundowns and toria is also a proud host city of the 2010 Tshwane is named after a local chief of the and Italy battle it out on what proved to be Environmental In all its procurement of services for the rugby union club, the Blue FIFA World Cup™. same name. Tshwane is the traditional Af- the best pitch of the tournament. projects of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ the Bulls. Loftus has a capacity Tshwane is administrated by the City rican name for this area which, according Tshwane was also the base camp of Development City of Tshwane endeavoured to appoint of 49 400. of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipal- to legend, was used by the early African world champions Italy, whom it seems, ● The Green Goal programme is local SMMEs and the inclusion of these The following upgrades ity (City of Tshwane) and incorporates 13 inhabitants who lived near the local Apies will be returning to the capital for the 2010 aimed at minimising the impact of the small businesses will also be a key were made to Loftus Vers- former local authorities, namely those of River under the chieftainship of Chief FIFA World Cup™. The Azzuri embraced FIFA events on the environment and deliverable in the following projects: feld for the two FIFA tour- Pretoria, Centurion, Akasia, Soshanguve, Tshwane. Chief Mushi, the father of Chief their host city, making themselves avail- leaving the country with a lasting lega- naments, all of which will ● FIFA Fan Fest™ where SMMEs will be Mabopane, Atteridgeville, Ga-Rankuwa, Tshwane, had moved up from Zululand able for soccer and training clinics as well cy around environmental issues. given the opportunity to sell wares in the Turn to page 14 Winterveld, Hammanskraal, Temba, and settled in the area before the arrival of as open training sessions for locals to en- ● 20, 000 trees will be planted be- craft and African villages. Pienaarsrivier, Crocodile River and the Voortrekkers, the Afrikaners who had joy. fore June 2010 and a project to plant Mamelodi. Each area makes a unique trekked. Off the pitch, the city was abuzz with indigenous and fruit trees in gardens ● Public Viewing Areas (PVAs) – SMMEs contribution to the diversity of the land- tournament excitement: banners and is underway. are used as sub-contractors and infor- acts scape and the people of Tshwane. Interesting f flags, public viewing events, roadshows ● Energy classification and energy mal traders will be given an opportunity But the charm of this progressive city and soccer clinics for underprivileged saving initiatives have been initiated. to sell food and other products at these • Tshwane is home to the largest events. lies in its unity – the harmonious blend number of embassies in the world, after youth. At the end of it all there was one ● Various projects to improve waste of African roots and European traditions. Washington DC. uniting sentiment... management are planned. These in- Tshwane is proud of its rich culture, and is • The main street, Church Street, is the clude the acquisition of waste removal as beautiful as it is welcoming. No visit to longest urban street in South Africa and vehicles as well as a large number of one of the longest straight streets in the Promotion of South Africa would be complete without a swivel bins. world. visit to Tshwane. • Many streets are lined with football jacaranda trees, and there are around - ● The City of Tshwane has established 70 000 of these. The trees blossom pur a partnership with SAFA National and plish blue in spring, giving rise to the city’s Diplomatic capital SAFA Tshwane with a view to hosting soc- nickname, “Jacaranda City”. Tshwane is also host to the largest cer clinics, conducting referee training and number of embassies in the world, after hosting an International Referees Instruc- Washington DC. The South African and FIFA Confederations tor’s Seminar. African offices of numerous international ● The City of Tshwane is supporting the organisations working in aid, education, Cup 2009 Dlala Ntombazana Girls Soccer Develop- health, research and development are In June 2009, Tshwane was one of four ment Programme aimed at promoting the also based in Tshwane. host cities of the FIFA Confederations participation of girls and women in foot- The thousands of foreign officials sta- Cup 2009 also called the Championship ball. tioned at these embassies of Champions and had a highly success- ● City of Tshwane will also host the

12 the diplomat January 2010 Left and top right: One of the matches that were hosted by the city of Tshwane during the FIFA Confederations Cup last year World Cup Bottom: Hammanskraal Public Viewing Area (PVA) during the FIFA Confederations Cup last year Training Security Venue In terms of security infrastructure, Tshwane (VSTC): Metro Police will be increasing the reach of Super Stadium the CCTV camera system which already Super Stadium in covers large parts of the city and a new Atteridgeville has a TETRA communication system will be in capacity of 25 000 place before the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ and is home to with a state of the art control room facility. the Premier Soc- There is also a plan in progress of increas- cer League club, ing the city’s disaster management capacity SuperSport United. with the training of volunteers to forces such Talking tourism, together: From page 13 Since 2007, it has been undergoing sub- as the fire department. By Ms. Sindiswa Nhlumayo - DDG of Tourism, Department of Tourism remain as a legacy for the sport-loving stantial upgrades in preparation for the people of FIFA tournaments. Super Stadium is now For over five years members of the South very beginning of our road to 2010. Now, SA Tourism; a popular venue for international football African tourism community have had however, is when we must stop the talking ● South African High Commissions The most remarkable upgrade was the matches. Super Stadium was used for one number on their minds: 2010. This and start the doing. But what exactly does and Embassies around the globe need building of a new roof over the previously training by Italy during the FIFA Confed- number, marking a moment in future time, this mean? to be connecting with the IMC; uncovered eastern pavilion. This roof not erations Cup 2009 and is earmarked as has become a campaign, a conviction, a Simply this: across the traveler ex- ● The media needs to be connecting only provides shelter from hot summer a training venue for the 2010 FIFA World commitment, a chorus and a cheer and it perience chain each and every tourism with the leaders of Host City sun and cold winter nights but it has im- Cup™. has become a case for injection of unprec- community member is interdependently communications and Tourism; proved the lux (light) levels in the stadium edented support into the nation’s connected. When the world’s most enthu- ● The investment community needs to substantially as well as the sound / PA Other siastic football fans come to South Africa be connecting with the tourism com- system quality. Other stadiums and sporting facilities in- in 2010 each and every point of their travel munity; Other upgrades included new access clude: Tourism industry experience is a connection. ● The police need to be connecting controls and turnstiles, new media facili- ● HM Pitje Stadium, Mamelodi – was Investment of people, time, funds and From the moment they depart their home with the Tourism associations; ties, a new VIP facility, upgraded and new the home ground of local football team faith. Now, at long last, this number has country to the moment they leave South ● Tour operators need to be connect- ablution facilities and new seating. IT and Mamelodi Sundowns but the stadium has turned to a reality: the year 2010 is here Africa after the Games, each moment of ing with local artisans; communication as well as power infra- been in the midst of upgrades as a training and the Games are less than 150 days the experience is a moment of connec- ● Government officials need to be con- structure was also upgraded. venue for the 201 FIFA World Cup™ away. tion. The more tightly connected the mo- necting with the business community. The Loftus precinct was upgraded with ● High Performance Centre at the Uni- For all of us in Tourism, 2010 will prove ments of the visitor experience, the more The above connections are the top line a new well it walkway. This legacy project versity of Pretoria, earmarked as a pos- to be a time and experience like we have engaging and enjoyable the experience of critical links in the tourism experience has created a walkway which not only ac- sible base camp facility never seen and felt before. It will also be delivery. chain. Obviously they may appear as vital cesses the stadium but also allows pe- ● Pilditch Athletics Stadium in Pretoria one which many of us will never again experience delivery enablers, each of us destrians and students of nearby schools West, a FIFA Confederations Cup 2009 have the blessing to be a part of. In a mat- This means we need to within the tourism community can identity and the University to walk in comfort and training venue and back-up training venue ter of months over 400,000 travelers will ensure the critical a handful of hands which still need to con- safety. for the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ descend upon our nation, in the low sea- connections happen. The nect. ● SuperSport Park Cricket Stadium in son as it turns out, to celebrate the world’s following are but a few The planning period is over. The connec- Centurion greatest sports event taking place here tion period has begun. South Africa has of the connections: in our own back yard. As this happened not only opened its doors, airports and over two billion viewers around the world ● International travel companies need stadiums to the world to come and enjoy will watch their journey. All of our years to be connecting with official the 2010 Games, it has invited the world of planning will be tested. Our ability to national and host city tourism authori- to experience Africa’s first ever 2010 FIFA deliver a world-class sporting event and ties; World Cup™ , delivered to a level of world- tourism experience will be centre stage. ● Provincial tourism authorities need class excellence, and with distinctly South For thirty days, minimum, our nation will to be connecting with local and African spirit and style. be running a 24/7 advertising campaign. regional tourism operators; As the clock counts down the days closer Live, unedited, uninterrupted. ●Tourism authorities need to be con- to kick-off, now is the time to come togeth- Most important for all of us in Tourism is necting with members of the er, to connect, and in so doing to deliver a our ability to make the critical connections local travel trade; 2010 FIFA World Cup™ which we can all across the tourism experience chain. ●Hoteliers need to be connecting with look to as one of the greatest moments of TBCSA and other appropriate connection of the South African tourism tourism associations; community in the history ofour reborn One thing is clear ● Hotel concierges need to be con- nation.Impossible? It’s Possible. And it’s We cannot deliver the 2010 Games un- necting with attractions; time. less we work together to deliver the best ● Airports need to be connecting with South African tourism experience. The Taxi Associations; above statements are promises and ● The Department of Home Affairs pledges we have been making from the needs to be connecting with

14 the diplomat 1Januaryst edition 2010 2010 the diplomat January 2010 15 Mission Activities Mission Activities Paris Ke Nako! New Delhi New Delhi High Commission launches football Fridays and hosts 2010 Live Draw riday (04 December 2009) was a busy day for the South African High Commission (SAHC) in New Delhi, India. The two events that kept SAHC officials on their toes Frelated to the Fifa Soccer World Cup that South Africa will host from 11 June – 11 July 2010. In the morning From left to right:Ms L. Sangater (Manager: SA Tourism, France), Mr. P. Vuillemoz the Mission formally launched football (Deputy Mayor of Paris), Ambassador K. Sebati and Ms. Manens (Embassy interpreter) Fridays by, amongst others, giving officials soccer T-shirts, some sponsored by Adidas, to be worn every Friday until PARIS EMBASSY HOSTED A WELCOMING Mrs Moloi (with soccer ball) with mission officials and spouses the end of the 2010 Fifa World Cup™. EVENT FOR THE 31 QUALIFIED COUNTRIES Cup™, tour operators and the French me- Deputy High Commissioner, Mrs Debora Cup™ being an African World Cup the particularly the entire African continent, he Mission in Paris hosted a printed on them. These balls were also dia. The Mission also had a draw where Balatseng, said “by formally launching Mission also extended an invitation to all has given us unqualified support and en- very successful event on Friday displayed in the foyer of the Embassy and a beautiful handmade and beaded soccer football Fridays the South African High African Heads of Missions and African couragement to make sure that we pull out Tnight to welcome France and the other will be donated to charity after the World shoe, several cases of Amarula and South Commission in Delhi is simply following diplomats. This Live Draw event, which all stops to deliver what we boldly declare 30 qualifying teams to South Africa for Cup in July. African wine were offered. Attendees thor- on the footsteps of the Local Organising was hosted in partnership with Adidas, will be FIFA’s most memorable and most the 2010 World Cup™. The event was attended by approxi- oughly enjoyed the evening and stated Committee and the South African SAB Miller and ESPN/ Star Sports, was spectacular World Cup competition ever.” The Mission, in partnership with SA Tour- mately 120 people, which included the that South Africans can rest assured that Government who have done this to build attended by, amongst others, the Dean of ism, unveiled a huge banner (132 m2) as Deputy Mayor of Paris, Mr P Vuillermoz, France will support South Africa (except enthusiasm for the upcoming 2010 FIFA the Diplomatic corps and Ambassador of High Commissioner Moloi then invited well as a countdown clock at the Embassy. invitees from the Ministries of Foreign Af- on 22 June when France plays Bafana World Cup™ to dizzying heights.” She Zimbabwe, Mr. Jonathan Wutawunashe, all the Heads of Missions present to come Adidas donated 32 soccer balls with the fairs and Sport, the football fraternity in Bafana in Bloemfontein) throughout the added that “it was the duty and obligation of the Ambassador of Brazil, Mr. Marco and sign a Bafana Bafana jersey. High names of each of the qualifying countries France, sponsors of the FIFA 2010 World competition! officials attached to the South African High Antonio Diniz Brandao, Ambassador of Commissioner Moloi said the jersey would Commission in Delhi to spread awareness Ghana, Mr. Robert Tachie-Menson, the be framed and kept at the High Commis- about the 2010 Fifa World Cup tourna- Managing Director of Adidas in India, sion for future generations to be reminded ment to the Indian community.” Andreas Gellner, and senior officials from of this historic moment, the first ever FIFA Ambassador H.E. SAB Miller and ESPN/ Star Sports. World Cup in Africa. Berlin Funde hosted an event The SAHC hosted a Live Draw event Apart from the much anticipated Live for the 31 qualified at the Grand Hotel. The SAHC had in- Draw the evening programme included the When the live draw took place with countries. Together they vited Heads of Missions and officials unveiling of the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ South Africa placed in the same group with followed the draw and from all the countries that have qualified soccer ball that has been developed by Mexico, Uruguay and France, the view, discussions directlly and for the 2010 soccer. Of the 31 countries Adidas. Adidas’ Andreas Gellner said the amongst the South Africans, was that no indirectly linked to the only Honduras and Cameroon are not Adidas soccer ball, “Jabulani” designing team that has qualified for the World Cup 2010 FIFA World Cup™ represented in New Delhi. In staying true team wanted to develop a ball that would is easy to beat or is unbeatable. There to the principle of the 2010 FIFA World “simultaneously reflect the host country was general agreement that the Bafana and also add to the beauty and Bafana team, technical and players, would the flow of the soccer game as have to do a thorough home work on their enjoyed by millions of people opponents and come out smoking from all globally.” The result was the cylinders to ensure that they progress fur- “Jabulani” (celebrate/be hap- ther and further in the tournament. Those py!) ball that has eleven colours present shared President Jacob Zuma’s to reflect the eleven languages sentiments that this would not just be Afri- that are considered official lan- ca’s first Fifa World Cup in terms of host- guages in South Africa. ing but that the 2010 FIFA World Cup™ South African High Commis- would also be the first to be won by an Above: Berlin Embassy officials during the live draw sioner, Mr Francis Moloi said, African country. “as South Africa, we are happy In this regard South Africa is ready to Right: Embassy’s Sub Committee responsible for the organisation of all 2010 events and honoured to be the host provide the first African captain to lift the country and are indeed grate- coveted FIFA World Cup. ful that the FIFA community,

16 the diplomat January 2010 the diplomat January 2010 17 Departmental issues EWC staff committed to serve DIRCO officials Lighter side of life Most of us attend functions with dig- • Health promotion partners and children that is being trans- nitaries and hold meetings with busi- • Management of HIV/AIDS ferred, upon return from posting coun- nesses in our line of work. You never mean: ATM ma- • Care and support seling is available again for the whole 9chine or PIN number Therefore, one of the rules is that, • Mental health assessment and advice family. The EWC’s educational sessions You probably mean: ATM, PIN while we should be au fait with our • Management/supervisors training and are informed by the National Health cal- Why: Redundancy: if you were You almost never mean: Hopefully foreign policy, speaking and express- consultations endar topics, requests from Directorates to expand them, you would not You probably mean: I hope ing ourselves well is also imperative. • Pre and post counseling for families and the statistics from the cases that the 1 say “automated teller machine Why: Hopefully means: in a hopeful man- machine” or “personal identity It is trusted that the article below will on issues like substance abuse rehabili- centre deals with. ner” so “I hope the sun will shine” is right number number”. assist someone during their tation, psychiatric services and others and “hopefully, the sun will shine” isn’t. where EWC does not have the resources HOW TO INITIATE CONTACT WITH networking session one day….. .You almost never mean: The Employee Wellbeing Centre is com- to assist, officials and their family THE EWC You almost never mean: More impor- How to sound smarter – Express Historical mitted to rendering a professional and members are referred to external serv- Contact with the EWC can be initiated tantly 10 yourself properly -with these 2 You probably mean: Historic You probably mean: More important 23 rules psychological support service to DIRCO ices where the concerned official upon in different ways:- Why: in short, historic means for speaking and writing- the ones Why: More important or most important employees, their families and to empower endorsement will be responsible for the • Casual visits for information and “significant” (“a historic elec- you missed in High school! is probably what you want. If you are a them to take charge of their health and account. In cases where the concerned stress release tion”). But if you intend “occur- pompous person, though, you might also wellbeing. The Centre is located within official is unable to pay for the external • Self referral – When an employee ing in or relating to history”, go say things importantly. the Branch Human Resources and has services, government hospitals or NGOs decides on his/her own to call the EWC with historical (think “historical data” or a historical link between the two world five permanent in-house counselors (four are then recommended. Counseling for an appointment You never mean: Between you and I You almost never mean: For all wars). social workers and one psychologist) who services are available in the following • Informal – When an employee 3You probably mean: Between you 17 intensive purposes on a daily basis attend to a range of is- languages: receives recommendation from either and me You probably mean: For all intents and .You never mean: The person that sues that DIRCO staff is faced with. • Xhosa manager, supervisor, colleague of fam- Why: Between is a preposition, and you purposes You probably mean: The person and me are objects of that preposition, so 11 Why: Even if you do get it right, you prob- • North Sotho ily member who they must be in the objective case. ably don’t need this expression at all. It’s The EWC offers the following • South Sotho • Formal referral – When contact with Why: A human is a who. Anything else usually just a filler. services: • Setswana the EWC is initiated by the employer as (yes including pets) is a that. You almost never mean: Assessable • Confidential counseling and work • Zulu and a condition for continued employment, You probably mean: Accessible .You never mean: Merge together 4. .You never mean: Could of related matters • Afrikaans due to employee’s job performance Why: [Your information is not always eas- You probably mean: Merge You probably mean: Could’ve 18 • Referrals to external service providers Pre and post counseling sessions are ily accessible]. Your income is assess- 12 Why: Redundancy, as is the case for For further details regarding the services offered by EWC please Why: This error pops up because of the • Educational sessions available for every DIRCO official, their contact them at: 012 351 1400/ 083 257 0066/ e-mail [email protected] able by the tax office. phrases such as absolute necessity, free pronounciation- especially when it’s ab- gift and a pair of twins (unless you truly breviated to I could’ve. But remember, You almost never mean I feel badly mean two sets of twins, that is) you need a verb here, not a preposition:”I You probably mean: I feel bad 5. could’ve written a better cover letter.” Why: If your sense of touch physically .You never mean; Chaise lounge impaired (almost never) or are you feeling You probably mean: Chaise .You never mean: Most everyone 19 As a way of raising awareness of 2010 and the impor- some guilt after a big blunder (probably)? longue You probably mean: Everyone tance of making foreign visitors feel at home when they 13 Why: People have been getting this Why: Make up your mind: if you truly come to visit South Africa, the diplomat will run a series You never mean: wrong for a century. The phrase is BATHO mean, “every person”, use just everyone. of phrases in different international languages for us to Equally as important French, meaning “long chair”. 2010 STYLE 6. If not, go for most people. charm those visitors in returning to one of the friendiest You probably mean: Equally important PELE countries on the globe. Why: The as is not necessary. “Frank .You almost never mean: Impact .You never mean: I feel nauseous Our focus this month is on Mandarin. speaks French and nonsense equally You probably mean: Affect You probably mean: 20 well” – not “equally as well”. 14 Why: As grammarian Brian Garner says, I feel nauseated “Reserve impact for noun uses and im- Hi Ni hao You must visit one of our game reserves before you go Why: It’s often misused, but in strict You never mean: The reason is pact for wisdon teeth”. Good morning Zao shang hao back ‘home” terms, nauseous means “to cause nau- because Good afternoon Xia wu hao Zai ni zou zhi qian, ni yi ding yao qu yi ge zi ran bao hu qu 7. sea” (as in “a hateful, nauseous person”); You probably mean: The reason is .You almost never mean: Off of Good evening Wang shang hao wan nauseated means “affected by nausea” (that) You probably mean: Off Good night Wang shang hao (as in “I’m nauseated”). 21 Good bye Zai jian Please Qing Why: the reason is that reason implies Why: In a phrase such as “he got off the because. Likewise, why say “the rea- boat”, the latter is fine on its own. Use the Cheers Hui tou jian Thank you Xie xie .You never mean: I literally son why” when you can simply say, “the former, however, in “the bomb went off Welcome to South Africa Huan ying lai nanfei Zero Ling laughed my head off reason”? 15 ofcourse”. one Yi You probably mean: I laughed my head Enjoy your stay in South Zhu ni zai nan fei yu kuai two Er off .You almost never mean: I need to .You almost never mean: Africa three San Why: Literally means “actually”. If you’d lay down In order to May your team win Xi wang ni men dui ying four Si 8 literally laughed your head off, you 22 You probably mean: I need to lie down You probably mean: To Good luck Zhu ni hao yun five Wu wouldn’t be alive to make this error- [liter- Why: People think lay sounds more “edu- What was the score? Jie guo ru he? six Liu ally!] How are you? Ni hao ma? seven Qi cated”. Not true. Lie doesn’t require an .You never mean: None is accept- object” I need to lie down.” But lay does able grammatical mistake My name is ..... Wo de ming zi shi... eight Ba .You never mean: very unique 23 require an object: “I need to lay my head You probably mean: None is an accept- I am South African Wo shi nan fei ren nine Jiu You probably mean: unique down.” Confusion kicks in because of the 16 able grammatical mistake I am a diplomat Wo shi wai jiao guan ten Shi Why: Unique means one of a kind, ab- past tense of both verbs – lie becomes Why: None means “not one”. solute. There are no degrees of unique- lay; lay becomes laid –but the usage Would you like to taste a South African wine? ness, so nothing is pretty unique, either -Taken from December 2009 issue of Reader’s Digest Ni xiang chang chang nan fei de hong /bai jiu man? stays the same.

18 the diplomat January 2010 the diplomat January 2010 19 UPCOMING EVENTS Where were you?

07 – 14 February 2010 – Pregnancy Awareness Week 07 – 14 February 2010 – STI/Condom Week 11 February 2010 - State of the Nation Address 11 February 2010 – SA’s HC to Mozambique to commemorate the Matola raid 13 February 2010 – Minister’s dinner in honour of the Diplomatic Corps 19 February 2010 – National Healthy Lifestyles Day 20 February 2010 – World Day of Social Justice 21 February 2010 – International Mother Language Day