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www.sandtonchronicle.co.za Week ending 14 July, 2017 FREE NEW LOOK, Woman beaten More security Domestic Awareness SAME GREAT 2 and left for dead 3 wanted at 4 workers being 11 raised for the in Sandton medical centre targeted local wildlife AUTODEALER – SEE INSERT ‘Gang boss’ shot Pieter Dempsey [email protected]

Police have launched a massive manhunt for the suspects who gunned down alleged Cape Town gang boss Ralph Stanfi eld on the busy streets of Sandton last week. The 37-year-old, driving an Audi R8, ‘The driver was then was shot several times and managed to shot by the assailants drive himself to a nearby clinic. and he managed to However, at the time of going to print, Captain Mavela Masondo, provincial drive away from the police spokesperson said the identity of the victim cannot be confi rmed at this stage. “We can confi rm that the victim is from the Western Cape.We have not been able to obtain a statement from the victim yet due to his condition. “Police have launched a manhunt for the suspects and the motive for the shooting is still unknown. We are investigating a case of attempted murder. The victim is in a serious but stable condition and the passenger was uninjured in the incident.” Masondo said they are investigating the case and the suspects are still on the loose. Constable David Mothapo, spokesperson for Sandton Police Station spoke about the incident that took place in Melrose, near the Athol offramp on 6 July, “The driver heard gunshots and then realised that he was the target. “The driver was then shot by the assailants and he managed to drive away from the gunfi re. He drove to the Morningside Clinic to have his gunshot wounds attended to. “As the victim drove into the clinic, the driver lost control of his vehicle and collided with three other vehicles at the clinic,” said Mothapo. The driver was taken to a nearby hospital to receive further treatment.

Did you witness the shooting or accident? Share your stories with us on the Sandton Chronicle Facebook Photo: Pieter Dempsey page Extensive damage to the victim’s vehicle following a shooting in Sandton.

The victim’s vehicle following the shooting and accident. 2 News Sandton Chronicle 14•07•2017 Boot it or lose it Shanice Naidoo from the possession of the [email protected] motorists. Items targeted include: A recent report from Sandton ‰ Purses, handbags and wallets police and Fidelity ADT has ‰ Laptop bags, briefcases and once again highlighted an backpacks increase in theft out of motor ‰ Shopping bags vehicles as well as smash- ‰ Cellphones, MP3 players and and-grab incidents, especially tablets at busy intersections such as ‰ Loose change and CDs Woodmead Drive, Sandton ‰ Keys. Drive, William Nicol Drive and Useful tips: Photo: Sarah Koning Bowling Avenue. ‰ Lock all your doors and never The public are concerned about the effectiveness of security at Rochester Place in Rivonia Road after A broad appeal has gone out open vehicle windows or doors an incident where a woman was robbed in the car park on 28 June. to the community to be mindful for strangers. when driving or walking in ‰ Avoid opening your those areas, especially during windows or getting involved in peak-hour traffi c. Just because discussions with street vendors there are many cars around does or anyone handing out fl yers. How secure is it? not mean you are safe. In fact, ‰ Be constantly on the lookout this is when people are being for suspicious characters. Sarah Koning existent. They barely look at you. came through the gate... I am sorry caught totally off-guard because ‰ Always be conscious of your [email protected] It’s window dressing. Management about this incident. Security was they are occupied with their surroundings and remain alert needs to address this as a matter of present and we are doing what we phones during ‘stop and move’ when coming to an intersection Members of the public are urgency.” can to assist police.” stages in traffi c. or stopping your vehicle. questioning security at Rochester Others expressed their fear of Mmutse said Rochester Place Linda Reeder, community ‰ Be wary of people standing at Place, a medical centre in Rivonia returning to the doctors because of has strengthened its security development manager for intersections. Road, after a woman was robbed the security situation. following the incident and now Fidelity ADT said one must ‰ If you encounter obstacles in the parking lot on 28 June. Nadine Ferreira said that a has seven security guards on the remember to keep your boot such as rocks or tyres do not get Manisha Algu, who was driving similar incident happened to her property. locked at all times, otherwise, out of your vehicle to remove a Maserati, was followed and in November 2015. “I was visiting They are also in discussions it is very easy while you them; immediately reverse robbed of possessions worth a paediatrician at Rochester Place with the doctors and laboratories are stopped in traffi c for the and drive off in the opposite R200 000. and it appeared that a car had based on the premises about criminals to just open your boot direction. Tracey-Lee Purto, who visits a followed me from the mall in requesting that patients present ID and grab and run. “Criminals ‰ Leave a gap between you and paediatrician at Rochester Place, Rosebank. There was no access before being allowed to access the are becoming very shrewd and the car in front of you to give said she feels unsafe when she control at Rochester Place so I property. know when people drive they you room to escape if you need takes her children to the doctor. doubt the criminals were stopped He said that a suggestion has sometimes forget that their to. “I’m not surprised to hear that either,” she said. been made that guards call doctors boot is still open if it does not “Letting the criminal take there was an incident. The security “We parked and then four men and confi rm appointments before automatically lock.” your handbag or cellphone could there is lax. Some days I have to with guns got out of the car, cars can enter. He also confi rmed She added that even then, you save your life. What’s important sign in, other days I don’t. Their which had parked behind us, and that guards will not only monitor need to stay alert as criminals is that you report the incident to book is useless and there is no took my jewellery, wedding ring the entrances but also patrol the know that people keep valuables the police as soon as possible. way of verifying the information and sunglasses. It was the most property. such as handbags, laptops, sports The police rely on intelligence people fi ll in. I have never seen terrifying experience of my life “These incidents are not only bags in the boot of their car to manage hotspots and trends,” guards patrolling the property. and my six-month-old child was happening at Rochester Place. these days. “They are now going she concluded. “It takes time to get in and out with me. I haven’t been back to People must be vigilant and as far as forcing motorists to of the car with small children Rochester Place since then and I observe if someone is following open their boot whilst standingnding and I don’t feel safe... There are don’t intend to.” them,” added Mmutse. still in traffi c. Remember always ways of deterring crime.” Building manager at Rochester smash-and-grabbers rely on Purto suggested that guards scan Place, Khethang Mmutse said, Have you experienced the element of surprise andd the licences to allow vehicles access “We take names and registration a similar incident at violent smashing of the windowindow to the property. numbers when people come Rochester Place? on the passenger side placeses the Kim Goldblum responded through the gate. In the instance of Visit the Sandton Chronicle motorist in a few momentss of to a post on Facebook saying, the robbery, there were three cars Facebook page to share your silent paralysis – just enoughugh “Outrageous! The security is non- following the woman when she story with us to get hold of the valuabless aandnd fl ee the scene!” A useful tip is to leave your window open about three Beware of online rental scams centimetres while in heavyy traffi c. She explained that it also Pieter Dempsey rental on Olx. agreements allows the window to absorborb [email protected] “She then contacted the ‰ Request the identity of the most of the impact by beingng less person whose details are on the owner such as ID or passport rigid while not leaving enoughough The Sandton police have issued advertisement, who claimed to be ‰ Request proof of ownership of room for the criminal to sticktick a warning to the community the owner of the fl at in question.” the property such as the title deed his hand through. Alternatively,ively, following a case where the victim Mothapo said the victim paid the ‰ In the case of a fl at or apartment most safety organisations was defrauded of almost R10 000. deposit and afterwards struggled in a residential complex, contact suggest motorists fi t their Sandton police said the to get hold of the alleged fraudster the body corporate for verifi cation windows with a polycarb fi lm. community should take the since the cellphone was off. ‰ Never carry cash when meeting These can be tinted so thatt no necessary steps to verify the “The victim approached the the property owner one can see into the car, while information when responding to body corporate who informed her ‰ To avoid other crimes, meet in also preventing the windowsws advertisements on e-commerce that they do not know the alleged public areas from shattering. sites such as Olx and Gumtree. fraudster,” said Mothapo. ‰ Pay the deposit and/or rental Thieves are usually afterr This according to Constable The community can take the money only when you are entirely items which they can easily Photo:Supplied David Mothapo, spokesperson for following steps to avoid falling satisfi ed that the deal is legit identify from outside the vehicle Linda Reeder, community the Sandton Police Station who victim to this scam: ‰ If you suspect any possible and sell easily once removed development manager for Fidelity said, “The victim alleged that she ‰ Physically visit the property fraud or crime, contact the police saw an advertisement for a fl at and inspect it before making any immediately. 14•07•2017 Sandton Chronicle News 3 Justice for Miranda Report illegal parkers Sarah Koning people, weighed in on the issue. Sarah Koning [email protected] Ari Seirlis, CEO of Qasa, said [email protected] the organisation is adamant that The public responded in if you don’t use a wheelchair, A victim of assault took to social agreement to an article published then you do not make use of the media last week expressing her on the Sandton Chronicle’s wheelchair parking facilities. anger at police after they failed website last week about “A whistle-blowing facility to arrest the man who allegedly Lamborghinis parked illegally has been established by Qasa to assaulted her at Loudoun Lane in in disabled parking bays at a allow the public to inform them Morningside on 24 June. shopping centre, sharing stories of abusers of these facilities Miranda Lumka Jacobs said she of similar situations and offering [which are] so important to the was allegedly beaten up by a man alternative solutions to the rights and freedom of wheelchair [name withheld] after an argument problem. users,” said Seirlis. in the early hours of Saturday A reader from abroad, Martin The public is encouraged morning. Rosen, wrote to the Chronicle to take a picture, ensuring the Jacobs said that she had given saying, “If it is any consolation vehicle registration is clear and money to some of his friends to the same thing happens here wheelchair parking sign is visible pay for transport to the apartment in the United Kingdom! One and WhatsApp it to 073 853 9675 after they arrived. When he drives into a supermarket and including the location, date and refused to pay her back, an in fairness the disabled bays in time. Qasa will then sensitise the argument ensued. front of the store are often empty offender by informing them of “He started kicking me out so there is a temptation to park their offence. “It takes away the the apartment and smashed a there. However, on the basis that confrontation, which is often glass in my face and continued somebody who needs a space very unpleasant. We receive to beat me until I blacked out. may visit, they should not be between 50 and 60 messages When I woke up, he closed the used by non-qualifying people. I every day and also contact door and wouldn’t let me out the feel a hefty fi ne should be given shopping centres and encourage apartment... He asked how to motorists that wrongly use them to develop a management much money he could these spaces.” system for dealing with the give me to keep The QuadPara Association problem,” added Seirlis. quiet,” claimed Photo: Supplied of South Africa (Qasa), an Jacobs. Miranda Lumka Jacobs posted photos of herself on organisation committed to Share your complaints Jacobs Facebook after her alleged assault on 24 June. improving the lives by securing on the Sandton said that resources to advocate, educate, Chronicle Facebook page or when she capacitate, mobilse and support visit the Qasa website on eventually David and when I tried to leave him, quadriplegic and paraplegic www.qasa.co.za got out Mothapo he would lock me in the house of the said a case of and make me feel like it was my apartment, assault with fault... she began Miranda Lumka intent to cause “I loved him and hoped he knocking Jacob’s head after grievous bodily would change until he came to my on being hit with a harm had been workplace in Linden and beat me neighbours’ glass. opened and is there and I laid charges against doors until under investigation, him.” someone called but the suspect is still at Jacobs weighed in and added, the police. “When large. Mothapo said a case “This guy is still out there and the police arrived, I asked the has not been opened against the could hurt and manipulate other two offi cers if they were going to police offi cers who arrived at the girls. I don’t feel a bit of justice arrest him and they laughed in my scene. yet... It’s not the fi rst time he’s face. Jacobs says she is frustrated that doing this, but it is the last. I won’t “They said they wouldn’t arrest police did not arrest the suspect give up until he is behind bars.” him because we were under the immediately and fears he will fl ee She hopes that he will be infl uence of alcohol.” After being the country. “I just hope they fi nd arrested or deported back to his hospitalised for a few days and him. He is a danger to society. I home country. receiving no contact from police, am petrifi ed that he will fi nd me in Jacobs is thankful for Jacobs took to social media. the street and fi nish me off.” the support of friends and On 27 June, Jacobs named and Jacobs has since been contacted organisations, including the Reeva shamed the suspect on Facebook, by the suspect’s ex-fi ancée, Rebecca Steenkamp Foundation appealing to media, the police and Tebogo Mohlaka, who claimed she and People Opposing Women organisations against gender-based had been abused during a four- Abuse who have provided support violence to hear her case. year relationship with him. to her. She said, “I feel very violated Speaking to Sandton Chronicle, The hashtag #JusticeForMiranda by the SAPS. Where else am I Mohlaka alleged, “We went out has been created to generate supposed to run to if they won’t let for two years before he started comment on the incident and me? Do I have to be in a body bag abusing me. It began when I was Jacobs has created a Facebook to be taken seriously?” pregnant with his child and he page named ‘Ndikhusele’ (Protect Soon afterwards, Minister of began slapping me. Me) for victims of assault and Police, Fikile Mbalula, asked “It became more and more domestic violence who feel too Photo: Supplied for her contact details and sent regular and there wasn’t a month afraid to voice their struggles. Martin Rosen shows a thumbs-down to Lamborghini drivers who offi cials to hear her case. that I wasn’t assaulted. I was The suspect lived in Fourways parked illegally in the wheelchair parking bays on 24 June. Sandton police spokesperson once hospitalised due to injuries before the incident took place. 4 News Sandton Chronicle 14•07•2017 Pedestrian mugged in gated area

Sarah Koning took my bag. I screamed, but no Reeder encouraged employers to counselling following the incident. [email protected] one came to my rescue. He had run speak to their staff about safety and The incident has been reported to the away by the time ADT arrived,” said to allow them to share their concerns. police and Magakwa is awaiting a Fidelity ADT issued a warning to all Magakwa. Magakwa said she has been shaken case number. domestic workers to be extra vigilant Her bag contained a new by the incident and often feels like Reeder offered the following safety when heading to and from work smartphone she had saved up to there is someone following her advice for domestic staff: following an incident in which a purchase three months ago, clothes during subsequent walks to work. • Avoid carrying large amounts of domestic worker was mugged while “There was no security were I cash and valuables walking to her workplace in Gallo was walking and it was dark at • Keep your cellphone hidden. Manor. ‘This is supposed to be a that time of the morning. There • Do not walk with earphones as Denise Magakwa said she was secure area. It is so sad should be police walking around you cannot hear what is happening followed and mugged after walking that people would steal the area to protect us,” said around you through the entrance of a gated Magakwa. • Be alert and aware of your neighbourhood where Bowling from someone with so Her employer, Sean Wainer, surroundings Avenue and Malopo Road intersect. little’ said, “This is supposed to • Try and change your routes to avoid “I was coming to work around be a secure area. It is so sad predictability, in case somebody is 6.30am [5 July] and went inside the that people would steal from watching you complex yard. I knew someone was and a wallet containing R490. someone with so little. She works • Avoid areas that are secluded and following me but assumed they were Community development manager so hard, saves money to put her kids hidden from general view going to work in the area. When I at ADT, Linda Reeder said, “This through school and tries hard.” • Whenever possible, walk with was in Tugela Crescent, he rushed is not an isolated incident. We have Wainer said he was thankful for someone in front of me and told me to keep seen an increase in the number of the assistance of ADT and the police, • Report any suspicious behaviour to quiet. He showed me a knife and attacks and robberies of pedestrians.” who had both offered Magakwa your security provider in the area. Wife is shot dead

Staff Reporter kitchen where he allegedly [email protected] shot and killed his wife. The suspect then called A 67-year-old man was his son who rushed to the arrested after he allegedly house where he found his dad murdered his wife following outside. His stepmom was an argument in their lying on her stomach in the Sunninghill home on 9 July. kitchen.” The victim, a 43-year old Mothapo added that two woman was arguing with children aged six and 12 were her husband and he went to in the house but ran outside at the bedroom and allegedly the time of the argument. “All role players attended Two children aged the scene and the suspect was arrested. He was taken six and 12 were in to Sandton Police Station the house but ran for detention where a case is outside being registered.” What more can be fetched his 9mm fi rearm. done to curb gun Constable David Mothapo, violence? spokesperson for Sandton Share your views with us Police Station said, “The on the Sandton Chronicle suspect went back to the Facebook page

The building that was engulfed by fl ames. M1 Making Entertainment area blaze Progress Sarah Koning Randburg arriving at 6.25pm. It took fi re [email protected] departments until 9pm to extinguish the fi re.” The entertainment area on the property The entertainment area was thatched and of 74 Devonshire Place was in fl ames on not attached to the main house. Radebe Saturday evening. added that while the entertainment area was City of Joburg Emergency Management gutted, the fi re did not extend to the rest of Services spokesperson Nana Lindiwe the house. Radebe said they received a call at 6.10pm Radebe said the cause of the fi re could on Saturday informing them that the not be determined. entertainment area was on fi re. Investigations are continuing. Updates The Johannesburg Roads Agency is making progress on Radebe said, “Fortunately there were no will follow once they become available. the M1 Bridge Rehabilitation Project for completion by casualties. Randburg, Sandton and Rosebank the end of 2017. Please plan your journey and consider To view a video of the blaze, visit Fire Stations responded to the fi re, with using public transport. www.sandtonchroncile.co.za

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Chantelle Fourie damning. them with substantial information impropriety whatsoever. [email protected] Xulu took voluntary leave and willingly answered all queries "While there was talk of new shortly after the investigations that they raised with me." evidence being available, this was City of Johannesburg Mayor started. Xulu explained that allegations not provided to City Power by the Herman Mashaba announced a of corruption levelled City of Johannesburg and on that while ago that after a forensic against him by the basis, City Power had no legal report into allegations of ‘[I] have no knowledge City began in January. basis to suspend me." corruption within City Power, whatsoever of the In February, Anthony Xulu said he has requested the the board decided to dismiss Still was removed as recent forensic report but he has managing director Sicelo Xulu. findings or whether MMC for Environment not been given a copy of it. However, Xulu has revealed there are, in fact, and Infrastructure "[I] have no knowledge that he will still be paid by the any allegations of Development because, he whatsoever of the fi ndings or power utility until his contract is said, he would not, and whether there are, in fact, any terminated on 31 August. impropriety on my legally could not, suspend allegations of impropriety on my City Power, Xulu said, informed behalf.’ Xulu while investigations behalf." him recently that they do not were underway. Xulu requested to meet intend to institute disciplinary Xulu said many of the with City Power to discuss proceedings against him. "To facilitate the investigation allegations made against him were the allegations since he has "In the interests of City Power I and in the belief that this would not new. 'nothing to hide, [and] have had am released from my obligations clear my name again, I proposed "Having been the subject matter no involvement whatsoever to tender my services, but they to the board of City Power that of previous investigations and in corruption at City Power or would honour their obligations I would take special leave and reviews by reputable professional elsewhere'. to me until the termination of my would have an opportunity institutions such as a well- Xulu said he agrees that fi xed term contract." to present my input into the established auditing and forensic corruption must be stamped Herman Mashaba, City of Months after announcing an investigation report when this fi rm, a leading law fi rm, practising out and if he is afforded the Johannesburg Mayor, delivers investigation into tenders within became available. I subsequently advocates and also by the Auditor opportunity to provide his input, his fi rst State of the City City Power, Mashaba said the participated in an interview with General, all of which concluded any misconception that he is Address. fi ndings recently made were the investigators and provided that I was not implicated in any corrupt will be dispelled. Opportunity for social help Fire at premier’s Staff Reporter people with disabilities, displaced "What we're doing now, we're office caused by plug [email protected] people, senior citizens, women cleaning up the database because and children. in the past people did not have The City of Johannesburg's "If you consider the fact that we to produce any proof to qualify Tshepiso Mametela and the City were all here Member of the Mayoral have a population of around fi ve for the programme. When we [email protected] together with the police and Committee for Health and Social million in the city and currently capture you on our system it will the fi re was put [out] within an Development, Dr Mpho Phalatse, have just over 300 000 people automatically place you in one of The building occupied by the hour." visited Coronationville, Brixton, on the register, it doesn't add our three bands." offi ces of the Gauteng Premier Makhura could not comment Cathrada Park and Westbury in up. We're now reaching out to Band 1 is aimed at those on the David Makhura on Simmonds on the extent of the damage Region B this week to encourage communities to educate them borderline of poverty; Band 2 is Street in the Johannesburg CBD caused by the fi re but said no indigent residents to register on about the programme," Phalatse for those who earn formal income was the scene of a fi re that injuries were sustained. its improved Expanded Social said. "We're creating awareness but whose earnings fall below the ravaged through the 7th fl oor He also indicated that no Package (ESP). and going into communities, survival level; and Band 3 is for of the 16-storey building in the collateral damage would be Also known as Siyasizana (We loud-hailing and distributing the people living in the most deprived morning on 30 June. sustained since the relevant help each other), the redesigned pamphlets, telling people how they conditions. The fi re is thought to have recovery measures had been programme was launched at the can access ESP and how it will To qualify for the ESP, residents been triggered by a faulty offi ce taken. Jabulani Civic Centre in Soweto benefi t them. The idea is to cover must be South African citizens, plug on the 7th fl oor. "Everything that is burned in Region D on June 11 to provide the entire city and give everyone reside within the boundaries of Speaking at the scene of the is backed-up off-site... All improved and much-needed an opportunity to register. Johannesburg and have a monthly incident, Makhura confi rmed the documentation is backed-up as relief to the city's indigent and "In the past, registrations income not exceeding R5 308.20. faulty offi ce plug as the source an important disaster recovery vulnerable households. were only done through revenue "After six months from the of the fi re that spread quickly [measure]. The City has since rolled out customer service centres. We've time you register, you need through the offi ce, resulting in "We conduct occupational its awareness campaign to areas now realised it was not adequate." to come back and re-register hundreds of staff members being health and safety assessments all in Region C and now Region B Phalatse also said in the near because, over time, people's evacuated from the premises. the time. to ensure that as many people future residents would also be able circumstances change. A person "The fi re started at 8.40am... “Especially after the Grenfell as possible are covered by the to access it at clinics. could be unemployed now and get and was contained on the 7th Tower fi re in London, I was safety net. The move speaks to She said people with different a job three months down the line, fl oor. Within eight minutes we saying we must be on top of our the City's pro-poor agenda being levels of need would qualify for but someone else who may be had evacuated all our staff – game. If anything happens with championed by Executive Mayor different levels of subsidy in line employed now can lose their job there are 280 staff members any of our buildings, lives must Herman Mashaba. with the City's measure of poverty. after three months. So we want to that work in the building," said be saved in the shortest space During 3 July's roadshow, MMC Benefi ts range from free basic ensure that people on the register Makhura. "Within 15 minutes, of time and emergency services Phalatse told residents that ESP water, free basic electricity, are people who are supposed the emergency services, the must be on site in the shortest was aimed at vulnerable people rebates on property rates and taxes to benefi t from ESP," Phalatse unifi ed command of the province time possible." such as the unemployed, youth, and rebates on waste removal. concluded. 6 Metro Sandton Chronicle 14•07•2017

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#JusticeForMiranda: Miranda Lumka Jacob’s head after being Police confi rm Audi R8 assaulted with a glass in driver is from the Western Morningside. Cape Photo: Chantelle Fourie Ruby Mathang, former ANC MMC Photo: Chantelle Fourie for Development Planning. Funzela Ngobeni, MMC for Development Planning. NATIONAL NEWS Spotlight on land use Chantelle Fourie early 80s. They differ in their complex process.” [email protected] defi nition of land use and also This scheme will soon be prescribe different processes to brought to communities across The City of Johannesburg wants obtain land-use rights,” Ngobeni the City for comment. The public to do away with the 13 prevailing explained. Besides the fact that the participation process will last for historic town planning schemes tools were developed during the two months before Council will which were developed during the apartheid era and were outdated, approve a fi nal draft. apartheid era. Criminals change clothes right after break-in attempt to the problem with the current Ngobeni said the content of On 29 June, the Council avoid detection by police schemes are that they create a single land-use scheme must approved the draft land-use challenges for the residents and the include economic growth, scheme, a tool that regulates the developing community. social inclusion, effi cient land HERE’S WHAT YOU HAVE TO SAY zoning of each property in the City. “Emphasis in these old schemes development and minimal impact Joburg’s new MMC for is premised on separation of on public health, the environment ON OUR DIGITAL PLATFORMS: Development Planning, Funzela land uses and areas rather than and natural resources. Ngobeni, told Council the scheme integration and inclusion. The “The land-use scheme is also the is an important tool that affects prescriptions in the schemes basis for zoning law enforcement Facebook the daily activities of residents and create inconsistent rules for land in the City.” property owners by prescribing development, depending on the The City’s former MMC for rules related to how properties location in the City. Development Planning, Ruby should be developed and used. For example, to have a house Mathang, said the ANC fully “All landowners and users of shop (spaza) in Soweto does supports this draft scheme and the land are legally bound by the not require any town planning City has reached a milestone. provisions of such a land-use application, but in Cosmo City it “We will celebrate once it scheme. The previous 13 schemes requires a rezoning application, is published in the Provincial were adopted in the late 70s and which is a specialised technical and Gazette,” he concluded. Join library holiday programme

Staff Reporter by the digital revolution, it is Library). [email protected] not surprising that many of the Children will also keep City’s libraries will be offering the themselves busy by taking The City of Johannesburg’s Library children a variety of techno-literacy part in reading competitions or and Information Services has lessons during the holidays. These making party hats, photo frames, designed an extensive educational include basic computer skills, face masks, paper plates, paper To enjoy your daily news updates ... school holiday programme to keep how to use a tablet, search for aeroplanes and puzzles using schoolchildren constructively information using Google Chrome, cardboard. FOLLOW THETHESESE engaged throughout the three-week play educational games, download Offi cials of Johannesburg Zoo THREE EASYASYASY GETTINGGE STARTED winter recess. electronic articles, access Wi-Fi and the Society for the Prevention The programme, run in all the and other e-resources, and use of Cruelty to Animals (SPCA) will STEPSS City’s 87 public libraries, is already Overdrive, an online lending also teach children how to take 079 439 5345 in full swing and will continue until library service. care of animals (at the Diepkloof STEP 1 21 July, before Gauteng public Some of the libraries that Zone 5 and Protea Glen libraries schools reopen on 24 July. will offer these lessons include respectively). Save the Once you Through this programme, the Sandton Diepsloot, Rabie Ridge, Bosmont, Grade 12 children have been have saved City seeks to take schoolchildren Emmarentia, Melville, Westbury, urged to visit their local libraries Chronicle the number number send through off the streets, away from mischief, Diepkloof, Dobsonville, Emdeni, to take advantage of the various number your name and and engage them in stimulating fun Jabavu, Klipsruit West, Orlando library facilities as part of the

079 439 5345 surname on and games. East, Phiri, Pimville, Protea Glen Matriculants’ Support Programme. to your WhatsApp device The programme, specifi cally and Sandton. Matrics can make use of the Wi- designed for children aged between Many of the libraries will also Fi and eWorld stations for online three and 15, ensures that learning host story-hour activities. The lessons, tutorials, past question continues in a relaxed and safe stories will range from the life of papers and memorandums as environment. There are, however, the late former President Nelson well as online eLearning courses. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA TO SHARE YOUR VIDEOS AND PICTURES WITH US also programmes for older children Mandela (at Diepsloot Library) to Studying spaces and career and students. the Harry Potter and the Chamber guidance programmes are also Sandton Chronicle @Sandton_Chronicle 079 439 5345 With today’s world gripped of Secrets movie (at the Glenanda available at most of the libraries. 14•07•2017 Sandton Chronicle Community 7 Witness the circle of life

Laura Pisanello Sampson came across the men who [email protected] were chopping it down and asked them to save her a slice of the tree. The large South African artist Sharon Sampson will slice, 35cm thick and a metre and a half host her fi rst solo exhibition for the year wide, was delivered to her residence at Halifax Art Gallery in Parkhurst. where she planned to make a print from The exhibition, which will open on the slice. 12 July, has been entitled The Circle of “I really wanted to do something with Life and was it to make sure it is inspired by a never forgotten.” series of events “I really wanted to do This inspired surrounding a her exhibition massive oak tree something with it to which focuses at Sampson’s make sure it is never on a circle which Photo: Supplied previous forgotten.” represents birth, The Explorers Friendship and Chat group invite interested members of the community to residence. survival and death. join them at their upcoming talk by counselling psychologist Eleen Dolson. “We moved The exhibition into a house 26 years ago and there comprises about 30 prints and oil was a very large tree that was quite paintings. Sampson has a large printing spectacular,” explained Sampson. press at her home which is where she Talk on how to be creative “However, about seven years ago it creates her work. was decided that the tree needed a small The Circle of Life will demonstrate the Staff reporter understanding and release. trim around the top and edges.” various phases of life including growth, [email protected] She believes creativity is the birth right Unfortunately, upon arriving home, maturity, decay and the works will of every person. Polson also has a passion Sampson was devastated to see that the highlight the renewal and rejuvenation The Explorers Friendship and Chat Group for creative development and specialises in tree had received far more than a small which is found in nature. invites interested community members to expressive arts therapy. trim. The exhibition opening will be held on join them for a talk on ‘How and why to be Coordinator of the group, Shelley Addis After she had moved out the house, 12 July at 6pm at the gallery situated on creative’ by counselling psychologist Eleen said, “This promises to be a fun meeting as she would still drive past to see the tree 35A Fourth Avenue in Parkhurst. Polson on 21 July. we will use colour and movement through the eventually growing back. However, one Details: For more details about the The group, which began in 2015, hosts garden.” day she noticed that the tree had been exhibition, email Dana MacFarlane on guest speakers who discuss a variety of topics The event is open to anyone and begins at chopped down completely. Luckily, [email protected] on the third Friday of every month. 9.30am for 10am on 21 July in Bryanston. Polson is in private practice in Pretoria Details: Shelley on 083 409 7927. doing psychotherapy with adults and children using narrative therapy, hypnotherapy, Do you know of any chat groups in neuro-linguistic programming, trauma release your area? Tell us about them on exercises and arts with the aim of therapeutic the Sandton Chronicle Facebook page

Photo: Supplied One of Sharon Sampson’s pieces, Oscillation, which will be on display at the exhibition. Attention all e-sports gamers in Sandton

Staff reporter to offer. [email protected] Never been done before on this scale in South Africa – Rush has everything e-sport From the creators of the legendary rAge under one roof, right on your doorstep at (really Awesome gaming expo) comes the the Sandton Convention Centre. Rush is a next evolution in South African gaming – three-day explosion of e-sports – boasting the dawn of Rush! fi ve stages and spectator areas with The inaugural Rush event, powered by professionals competing for high stakes. HP Omen, is a fi rst for e-sports in South The event will be held from 21 to 23 Africa and is set to become an annual July at the Sandton Convention Centre. showcase of everything that e-sports has Details: www.rushesports.co.za 8 Community Sandton Chronicle 14•07•2017 MYENTERTAINMENT Kings and Please note that items listed in this section are placed at the dsicression of the editor of the Sandton Chronicle. If you would like your queens of community event to be listsed or featured in the Sandton Chronicle, email the details to [email protected]. comedy Kwaito is alive and well Staff Reporter [email protected] Staff Reporter music shows are hip-hop based, so it's not the #PrinceOfKwaito. Catch the Kings and Queens of Comedy [email protected] easy at all," Sparzito explained. Details: Bookings: thatorakgwale@yahoo. He emphasised that he is determined comcom at the Sandton Convention Centre on 21 Sibusiso 'Sparzito' Sithole is a South to keekeepp kwaito alive and pproverove to the PR enquiries:enquiries: lesego@lesego@ JuJuly for a show of hysterical proportions. African recording artist whose music style is masses that the genre is not dead; medurelations.co.za/ jjeanette@eanette@ In medieval times, a jester was infl uenced by kwaito. it's still out there despite all the medurelations.co.zamedurelations.co.za ememployed by a nobleman or monarch He explains that he chose to follow his challechallengesnges it faces. to entertain him and his guests. The heart and to pursue music back in 2009, "Kwaito artists heheavyweights of South African comedy when he realised that tertiary institutions didn't want to arare by no means jesters, but they Sibusiso ‘Sparzito’ cecertainly do entertain. weren't offering a perfect course for him to keep up with Sithole wants study. As a result, he built a backroom studio the times, Shining their comical armour and to make it his shsharpening their witty swords for the to improve his craft. changing mission to ensure During this time Sparzito crossed paths in ttermserms ninight, the stellar line-up of comedy thatkwaito music gigiants include Joey Rasdien as the host, with his current producer, Dane John of sociasociall never dies. Hawkins, who helped him discover his media KKhanyisa Bunu, Krijay Govender, Mark current sound in the kwaito genre. taking BBanks, Mpho Popps, Muthu Murugan, The pair have been working on a six-track over, so NNdumiso Lindi, Rob van Vuuren, EP (extended play) pending release, titled they are TrTracey-Lee Oliver, Trevor Gumbi and Soweto. It includes the title track Soweto and non- TuTumi Morake. another banger Egoli which are available to existent The show is rated PG)16 and starts at stream and download on digital platforms on the 8p8pm. Ticket prices start from R185 and like SoundCloud. internetinternet,, arare available through Computicket. One of his career highlights was hence Kings and Queens of Comedy, performing at the prestigious Durban July in people brbrought by BluBlood, started in 2012 2016. think the in Johannesburg and has since grown to Sparzito is a staunch lover of kwaito cuculturelture be one of the leading comedy brands in music and strives to preserve the genre's is dead, SoSouth Africa, promoting and showcasing essence in his songs. He also wants to but it's lolocal talent from around the country. dispel the myth that the township sound not," Details:D Follow Blu Blood on Twitter @ has reached its expiry date. "I'd just like he said, BluBloodSA;B www.blublood.com for to put kwaito, the genre that raised me, on adding mmore information the world map. People usually tell me the that this genre is dead, there's no money in kwaito ereraa is tthehe Will you be attending the show? and basically that it won't work. Even most beginning for Tweet @Sandton_News

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Marnelle Greyling colour. Let's just change and live Staff Reporter [email protected] together and make this world a [email protected] better place." When Is The Time is the eighth Since music is so integral to Temperatures are expected to single from Rada Unearthed and its human life, Nobrega hopes that plummet to low digits in July underlying message is masterful. Rada can share an important when the cold season reaches a Written by founder John-Paul message in a fun and relatable frosty peak on the Highveld. Nobrega and produced by Howie way by releasing this track to the As the mid-winter freeze Combrink, the song is brought broader community. "I believe deepens, The Maslow hotel – to life by the vocal prowess everybody can identify with a good an urban retreat in the heart of of Caroline Borole and the song," said Nobrega. Sandton – has committed to charismatic rhymes of Reason Rada Unearthed strives to give spreading a little warmth to those Ndlovu. any artist a fair chance in the music in greatest need in and around According to Borole When is the industry and wants to change the Johannesburg and Pretoria. Miss Time is a very special song because face of South African music. Rada South Africa 2017 Demi-Leigh it doesn't only address current is a platform that artists can use Nel Peters will be joining the issues in South Africa but it speaks to communicate with their South hotel in this initiative to fi ght the on a global platform. African fans, by means of their chills this winter. "Like the title says, when is music. This initiative will take the the time for us to stop and take a Details: www.rada.co.za; www. form of a roving soup kitchen Photo: Miss SA Facebook page moment to take in all the things radaunearthed.co.za from which 300 people will be Miss South Africa 2017 Demi-Leigh Nel Peters and The Maslow we do to each other... and fi x them. fed three times a week for the Hotel are fi ghting the chills this winter. When are we going to be there for month of July. Also, to help keep each other? When are we going to the cold at bay, 300 blankets will prepare a nutritious meat "In this way, we at The Maslow fi x the ailments this country has, will be handed out to indigents and vegetable soup to be served believe we are reaching those from the government down to... the wherever the kitchen on wheels at selected community centres. most in need over this period." people. We've got problems and stops. "We will be making a hearty beef He added that he and his team we cannot run away from them," The fi rst pop-up soup kitchen soup with chunky vegetables. Our at The Maslow were committed said Borole. was held at the Orlando West soup will be of restaurant quality to helping make a difference, This message is simply conveyed community centre, Ikageng, on – every effort will be put into "Especially at a time when in the song's music video. Shot and July 5. making the meals we serve during the temperatures outside are directed by fellow Rada Unearthed The Maslow has committed to the month of July delicious and punishingly low." ambassador Sevven, the video feeding and providing warmth nutritious." For more information or to depicts a young boy trying to cross to thousands of people in the Maslow general manager continue the conversation on the road. All around him people go month of July when soup will Ashwin Jose said, "The social media, visit https://www. about their daily lives, unaware of be served and blankets handed community centres that our pop- suninternational.com/maslow/ his predicament, or perhaps just out at various locations across up soup kitchen will visit cater too busy to stop and help. Johannesburg and Pretoria on to the needs of all vulnerable What are your thoughts Having seen this scenario on Mondays, Wednesdays, and people in those neighbourhoods about this latest initiative various occasions, Ndlovu said, Fridays. – orphans, young adults, child- from Miss SA? "When are we going to change The Maslow executive chef, headed households, the elderly Let us know by tweeting and start living like human beings When Is The Time is a single that Garth Johnson said his team and the sick. @Sandton_News and live together, not thinking of asks a very important question.

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The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC) revealed that the recycling of all food and beverage glass packaging has incrementally increased to 41.1 per cent, illustrating a growth in recycling in South Africa. The CEO of the company, Shabeer Jhetam, explained the widespread benefi ts of reducing, reusing and recycling glass at the TGRC Annual Green Dialogues hosted on 28 June at the Royal Johannesburg and Kensington Golf Club. "As our infl uence grows, we are passionate about fulfi lling the mandate of reducing glass waste in Photo: Supplied South Africa, and diverting glass Jane Phillip was one of the lucky draw prize winners following products from landfi lls into a new the blood drive at Riverside Shopping Centre. She receives a product lifecycle," said Jhetam. Photo: Supplied R5 000 voucher from Shervin Ghorbany, left, owner of Ghorbany At this year's event, the company Peter Ndroro, Radio & TV personality; Yusuf Abramjee, Social Carpets. She stands with her daughter Keziah and Renjith Philip. showcased the origins and Cohesion Advocate, activist, and motivational speaker; Shabeer goodness of glass, the product Jhetam, CEO of The Glass Recycling Company; and Mike Arnold, lifecycle, glass' ability to reduce chairman of The Glass Recycling Company, attend The Glass carbon emissions and contribute Recycling Company’s Annual Green Dialogues event last month. positively to slowing climate change, how glass recycling saves Jhetam said he was heartened the retailers and restaurants that Donate blood water and can ensure cleaner by the many ways that the glass diligently recycle, and the hard- oceans, how recycling saves recycling network provided working collectors, entrepreneurs Sarah Koning Van Zyl said the project has energy and also celebrated the income opportunities to previously and schools that ensure that glass [email protected] grown into one of the most continued role of glass in everyday disadvantaged groups and he does not end up in South Africa's successful community-driven life. hoped to grow this impact further. landfi lls, each individual plays After collecting almost 100 units blood drives. Glass is one of the world's "Underpinning every success a vital role." Jhetam said the of blood at two successful drives A total of 60 people attended natural wonders since it is a pure we have celebrated in the past company would work together held at the Riverside Shopping their previous drive and a total product touching each of the year and challenges we face in with fellow South Africans as Centre, Gert van Zyl and his of R10 000 in prizes were given earth's four elements: earth, air, future is the 'fi re' of people," he seamlessly as the four elements to team are hosting two more blood away through lucky draws water and fi re. added. "None of this would be create a sustainable future for all. drives. following the event. He is According to the company, eight possible without the passion that Details: For recycling tips and The drives will be held on 2 thankful for the generosity of out of 10 glass bottles and jars each person brings to this cause. advice, visit TGRC website September and 2 December and sponsors who made the event placed in the market annually are From our valued shareholders www.tgrc.co.za or like TGRC on Van Zyl hopes to reach a total of even more appealing for the diverted from landfi ll. and staff, from glass artists, to Facebook. 250 units of blood by the end of public to get involved with. the year. "It is free and easy and we He is an estate agent in make it fun by giving prizes Bryanston and initiated the away. The aim is to build a community-driven project. "I community that stands together Sandton CPF’s Mandela Day wanted to do something for the for a great cause that doesn't cost community where I work. I asked them anything. Just arrive and Staff Reporter blue. please contact the Sandton CPF my company [NRG Properties] if donate." [email protected] The forum is looking for people Sector 3 vice chair Louise Agar, they would sponsor me and they The Bryanston community is to help give the station a mini [email protected] or the said yes, go for it," said Van Zyl. encouraged to step out, donate The Sandton CPF is arranging a revamp, as well as to donate items Sandton CPF, 011 722 4317. He formed a committee of blood and save lives. community clean-up, fi x and repair for the day or what the station estate agents and community day at the Sandton Police Station requires going forward. Will you be taking part members called 'Making a Do you know of an for Mandela Day on 18 July. The clean-up will take place in the Mandela Day Difference' and partnered with upcoming initiative? Tell They are inviting the community from 8am to 5pm. activities? Share how you will be the South African National Blood us on the Sandton Chronicle to come and do their 67 minutes If you would like to participate, playing your part on the Sandton Service to start the change. Facebook page for the men and women in sponsor or contribute in any way, Chronicle Facebook page

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Staff Reporter and wine village, live music and a beer tent. [email protected] Some of the exhibits will include travel destinations, accommodation, outdoor gear, The Gauteng Getaway Show, one of the 4x4 products and accessories, motor homes, country's biggest travel, outdoor and caravans and trailers, camping equipment adventure events, will take place at the and adventure operators. Ticketpro Dome from 23 to 25 September. There will also be plenty of competitions South Africa's premier outdoor lifestyle and special offers and plenty entertainment and adventure event which is set to feature for the children. more than 400 exhibits is also expecting Tickets for the event are available at the more than 20 000 visitors to stream through gate or online at www.getawayshow.co.za. its doors during the three-day event. The event will be open from 9am and will There will be loads of exciting options close at 6pm on Saturday and Sunday and for ardent travel enthusiasts, outdoor sports 4pm on Monday. fanatics and the entire family. There will also be beach volleyball, beach tennis, rock There are 10 tickets up for grabs! climbing and clay pigeon shooting for the To win a pair, email your name adventurous, while the less daring can enjoy and contact details to competition@ photographic workshops and a travel and caxton.co.za. Five lucky winners will be taste theatre featuring local cuisine, a gin announced on 28 July. Photo: Sarah Koning Tamlynn de Buys, Belinda Evert, Melissa Evert and Urshula Armitage enjoy hearing about the worthwhile causes of various wildlife conservation organisations at the Ready, teddy, help others Wild Lifeline event at Morningside Country Club.

Shanice Naidoo each bear including a special message for [email protected] the child receiving it can be completed by Awareness raised the donor. A special range of cuddly teddy bears "We are extremely excited to launch available at Toys R Us stores is bringing the Reach For A Dream bear at Toys R Us new meaning to the gift of giving. stores because it is a symbol of hope and Thousands of terminally ill children are set joy for kids who are facing challenging for wildlife to benefi t from the sale of these bears. circumstances," added Annells. Toys R Us has thrown its support behind The proceeds from the sale of the bears Sarah Koning Country Club that merges faculties of the national children's organisation,g Reach will contribute towards the operationsp at [email protected] sport, wildlife conservation and business. For A Dream Foundationndation wwhichhich iiss babasedsed in Reach For A Dream, which since 1988 Trichology founder, Barry Bartlett said, Illovo, launching a charitable campaign has worked to give ill children Funding and awareness were raised "We aim to preserve our natural heritage, driven by the sale of these teddy bears. mamagicalgical moments to regain their for three wildlife protection non-profi t which is dying fast. Trichology was Through the partnership,tnership, the retailer childhood, which is organisations on 29 June at the Wild developed out of the idea of getting will donate R5 fromm eaeachch ssaleale to tthehe often consumed bbyy Lifeline Fundraiser hosted at Morningside the club involved in more than just foundation which relies on dondonoror their illnesillness.s. Country Club. sport." Members pay R100 per year and support and public ggenerosityenerosity to Just over R40 000 was raised through participate in helping to raise funds for assist sick childrenn in fulfi lling ticket sales and auctions. One of the event wildlife conservation organisations. their greatest dreams.ms. organisers, Alex Parkins said, "About 175 Natasha Ferreira, who attended the "Toys R Us has developeddeveloped people attended the event and it was great event, said, "I know Drew [Abrahamson] an ongoing partnershiprship with to create awareness for these non-profi t from the Captured in Africa Foundation Reach For A Dreamm because the organisations." and I have been involved with 'Walking organisation's workk speaks to People who attended the event enjoyed for Lions' so, coming to this event is a way our values of bringingging joy ttoo a fi nger supper in a heated tent outside the of me supporting her. People need to be children and encouraginguraging clubhouse. They were given a K9 anti- made aware of the plight of these animals. them to dream," saidid poaching demonstration by the Pit-Track This is an authentic organisation and you Nicole Annells, marketingarketing K9 Anti-Poaching and Conservation Unit, can be assured that your money is going manager for the toyy retailer. where a pit bull attacked a 'poacher' and a to the right place and not being lost along The community is man who was 'mugging a woman'. the way." encouraged to spreadead joy Representatives from the three NPOs Izak de Villiers, who also went to the to children facing life- gave presentations about their work and event because of his association with threatening conditionsons bbyy proceeds from the event were divided Abrahamson, said, "It is diffi cult to fi nd purchasing a bear. among them. They included Pit-Track, people who you can be comfortable giving In addition to thee devoted to the preservation of all water, your money to, but with Captured in donation made by LittleAriana fl ora, fauna and animals with prioritisation Africa Foundation, I can see where my purchasing a bear, Naicker with to endangered species; Captured In Africa investment goes." participants can alsoso donadonatete a Reach Foundation, which aims to mitigate and Details: To fi nd out more about joining the cuddly toy for a chichildld For A Dream safeguard lions and other wildlife in the Trichology, contact Barry on trichology@ supported by Reachh For bear that can wild and captive situations; and Saving processapplicationsystems.co.za; A Dream by deliveringering be bought to the Survivors, which cares for rhino and 082 722 6614. it to the organisation'son's support the other wild animals that have fallen victim offi ces at the Gatewayway foundation. to poaching. Did you attend this event? Tell Shopping Centre, The event was put together by us about your experience on the Pretoria. Trichology, a division of the Morningside Sandton Chronicle Facebook page A tag attached too Photo: Supplied

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TAKE ME HOME

The Sandton SPCA has a New kitchen for Guild number of precious pets up for adoption. They are appealing to Staff Reporter since its establishment in 1907, The construction was the community to adopt but also [email protected] and the club identifi ed the need to undertaken by various companies be advised that this will involve a refurbish the kitchen to provide among them, Helm Construction, home inspection. To adopt a pet, The Rotary Club of Sandton improved living conditions for WAM Electrical, Solid Ceilings, please call 011 444 7730. helped the Guild Cottage with the girls placed in the home. A. Dudley and Sons, Yellow Dot 011 444 7730. a total makeover of the home’s The Rotary Club through the Coatings and Punctual Plumbers. kitchen. generous contribution of its The refurbishment which was The club has supported the donors was able to design a new managed by Jualanne Onofri of Chiko is an eight-month-old Jack Guild Cottage, which is a kitchen for the home and install J G Hughes Architects took two Russel-cross male. He is all residential treatment home for new kitchen appliances. weeks. you’d expect from a Jack Russell: sexually abused and traumatised The new kitchen was designed On the 6 June, the club hosted highly intelligent, energetic, girls, for a number of years by KDH Catering Design an appreciation evening in honour friendly, playful and above all ... through various donations Concepts and Cater Care which of the project donors at which an amazingly loyal companion. including a minibus, computers also supplied the specialised Nomvula Vilakazi, the Guild He loves cuddles, kisses and and sports equipment. kitchen equipment included in Cottage executive director, also is just waiting to fi nd a family The home has been based in the refurbished industrial kitchen thanked the club as well as the to love. This boy is a relatively the same building that it occupied design. donors for the gift to the home. new arrival and is bound to be snatched up soon.

Whip is a four-month-old petite ginger male cat with a gentle nature. He will likely feel more comfortable bonding with a small family and his potential owners will be his one and only love. giant!

Peanut is an eight-month-old male cat. All cuddles, scratches and purrs, Peanut will make the Photo: Supplied ultimate companion and snuggle Back: Steven Freislich, Punctual Plumbers; Charlie Davis, KDH Catering Design Concepts; Gustav buddy for lazy nights in front of Nel, Helm Construction; Paolo Onofri, Metrum Project Management; John Knott, Cater Care; Dean the TV. He is a gorgeous and Roumeliotis, Yellow Dot; and Chris Dudley, A. Dudley & Sons. Front: Nomvula Vilakazi, Guild Cottage; loving addition to any family. Jualanne Onofri, J G Hughes Architects; James McGee, Prompt! Hospitality Development and Val Please consider giving him a Thompson, Rotary Club Sandton. home, he is one special boy. Mandela Day to get cuddles and fun Staff Reporter Michelle York of the Sandton food outlet – a small sacrifi ce. minutes play time with some of getting into the Mandela mood, [email protected] SPCA said, “We are hoping MySchool cards also provide an the loving dogs in a large grass and are having a Topsy-Turvy families will come and spend ongoing source of income so vital enclosure for R67 – guaranteed to Dress-up Day to raise funds. Any Mandela Day takes place on an hour or two at the pound as in the day-to-day running of the make their tails wag. donations are always welcome and 18 July and the Sandton SPCA an extended commemoration of shelter. Hot Dogs Grooming will be on can be dropped off at any time. and has various activities lined Mandela Day.” Companies are welcome to site for those who would like to The Sandton SPCA is looking up to commemorate the life of The festivities on 22 July will request donation tins, which can be sponsor a little pampering for the for a face-painter who is able to a humanitarian leader, Nelson include a delicious food truck, placed in their offi ces leading up to pooches. Well-groomed dogs are transform a visitor into a cat or dog Mandela. called, Horn OK Please, which Mandela Day and delivered to the far more attractive for adoption. on 18 and 22 July. The spirit of Mandela Day has specialises in Indian cuisine. SPCA on 18 July 2017. Companies who are unable to The visitor will be placed in a not only rubbed off on all South Food truck owner, Nikash “No day supporting animal visit the SPCA on Mandela Day kennel and can be ‘rescued’ for a Africans, but it has become a Bagirathi, will donate 100 per cent welfare can be complete without but wish to get involved could small adoption fee. global initiative that gives people of income from food sales to the some interaction with the dogs and have a Casual Day where their For more information contact the an opportunity to give back to the SPCA. cats who call the SPCA home,” staff can dress in casual clothing Sandton SPCA on 011 444 7730. community and to lend a helping In the spirit of Making every day said York. for the work day, and donate hand for 67 minutes, in the spirit of a Mandela Day, the Sandton SPCA Activities include a kitty cuddle the proceeds. Dog and cat food How will you be spending honouring this altruistic icon. encourages supporters to consider where a donation of R67 gives you or blanket drives are also very your 67 minutes on The Sandton SPCA will extend signing a R67 per month debit 67 minutes in the company of the popular activities that everyone Mandela Day? Share your the festivities to include Saturday order, which is approximately the cuddliest kittens and cats. can get involved in. stories with us on the Sandton 22 July. cost of a burger meal from a fast Wagging tail time gives you 67 Some local schools are also Chronicle Facebook page. SALE UPTO50%OFFALL FOSSILLEATHERPRODUCTS&SELECTWATCHES PROMOTIONENDS18JULY2017. Fresh Identity 5929/01 WHILESTOCKSLAST. FOSSILROSEBANKSHOPC201,ROSEBANKMALL |TEL:0118806015 FOSSILSANDTONSHOPL323,SANDTONSHOPPINGCENTRE |TEL:0117840516 14•07•2017 Sandton Chronicle Schools 13 Fun at pajamarama Staff Reporter sealed plastic bags so they could display [email protected] their beautiful artwork in puzzle-form. “The children loved piecing together their Junior College Preschool Fourways recently very own puzzles. Puzzle-building is an held an exciting, fun-fi lled Pajama Day as excellent educational activity for children part of its holiday programme. to develop their cognitive, fi ne motor, Preschool is out and there is no need to social and problem-solving skills as well as wear normal clothes so the children arrived stimulate their hand-eye coordination and at preschool dressed in PJs ready to have an boost their self-esteem,” said Muller. entertaining day. Each child coloured-in a picture of Did your child do exciting things their choice and had it laminated by their as part of their school’s holiday wonderful teacher, Kirsten Muller. programme? Share your cute stories with Photo: Supplied Muller instructed her amazing class to cut us on the Sandton Chronicle Facebook The Neon Run Johannesburg is set to light up St Stithians College at this year’s up their picture and place the pieces into page event on 2 September in Sandton. Neon Run to light up Saints

Staff Reporter running and people can bring their pets [email protected] along to enjoy the event. There will also be neon gear on sale. The Neon Run Johannesburg is getting Founder of the successful run, Travis ready to light up a brand-new location for Brown said, “The Neon Run has built up this year’s event on 2 September. a diverse and loyal following. For the past St Stithians College is hosting the three years we have had an average of glowing event, welcoming the whole 12 000 athletes per year at our family to participate by running, walking, Johannesburg events. The production cycling or even skating for the duration of is top class, with high quality stage and the 5km course. sound, for more than 10 000 people, and a This is the fourth year of the popular lighting, pyrotechnic and laser show which event, which is expected to host 12 000 will climax during our headline acts.” people to light up the night. Top South African performers will The Neon Run Johannesburg comprises headline the end of the race, making it an a 5km course bursting with activations event not to be missed. including paint, disco and graffi ti Doors will open at 2pm and close at walls, LED and fi re dancers. The event 11.30pm. Early bird tickets are limited culminates at the fi nish line where and available at www.neonrun.co.za for Photo: Supplied participants enjoy live entertainment acts. R180 including funky neon goodies. Other Teachers caught on camera in their pajamas. The little ones were so excited and The night race is a brilliant opportunity options include bulk ticket discounts and found it very funny to see their teachers in pajamas. to dress up and indulge in a fun and fi tness corporate packages. combination. The race is not limited to Details: www.neonrun.co.za Getting to play snakes and laddies

Sipho Siso praised the young boys after the event [email protected] for their bravery. “They really deserved a fun day out. The boys really fi t into the More than 20 young boys from the true VC Heroes,” she said, adding the day Phuthaditjhaba Community Centre in was rewarding and selfl ess for the Varsity Alex were treated to a fun-fi lled Hero for a students and staff members alike. Day event at the Croc City Crocodile and The excursion included an educational Reptile Park in Fourways. talk on the reptiles at the park, a tour of the VC Heroes for a Day is just one of crocodiles at the facility, a touch and feel Varsity College Sandton’s community of snake and croc skin, a picture with a engagement initiatives aimed at instilling baby croc and the touching of a python. a sense of good citizenship in its greater Govender said the boys were really student body. amazed by the reptiles they saw and so The boys aged six and upwards were brave that they wanted to see more. honoured for the courage they showed in At the end of the excursion, each boy their challenging circumstances, which was honoured with a gold hero medal for are, in some instances, being orphaned and a great demonstration of their strength and vulnerable. courage as well as a lunch. Varsity College Sandton student Details: Oratile Matlapeng 011 784 6939; relations manager Vasanthee Govender [email protected] 14 Entertainment Sandton Chronicle 14•07•2017 Chef Wandile chosen as ambassador

Staff Reporter see his vision through, such as fl avours of the country’s best [email protected] Carrol Boyes, Moët Hennessy, ingredients prepared in ways that Black Motion Productions, are unprecedented and exclusive. Culinary artist and chef Wandile French Toast Restaurant, SA “I am privileged and excited Mabaso recently returned from Culinary Club, Marianne Fassler, about the partnership with these Paris where he dutifully served Beverly Hills Hotel – Umhlanga, brands. The philosophy behind under the custodianship of world- as well as The French Embassy in the design work of Carrol Boyes renowned Chef Alain Ducasse, South Africa. is functional artwork and I think who holds 21 Michelin Stars. Alongside his partners, Mabaso similarly about the food that I With a dream that started in will embark on a culinary tour create. The disruptive designs, his birthplace, Soweto, Mabaso of South Africa to expose and progressive brands and carefully has gone on to travel the world initiate the everyday South created experiences embody the and has worked in America and African into the global gallery of food that will be served at these Europe for almost 10 years and food and making French cuisine dinners,” said Mabaso. is now back in South Africa to accessible. “With no compromise on the uphold his duties as the country’s The tour begins in July in quality, the dishes have been new French cuisine ambassador. Johannesburg at the SA Culinary crafted with attention to every Mabaso was nominated by Club. It will feature in Cape element, be it the food or the Ducasse as the ambassador and Town, Durban, the University of crockery or the accompanying will educate food enthusiasts on Pretoria and will conclude with a beverages. French techniques and cuisine. fi ne dining brunch at the French “This not only adds to the fi nal He has managed to form some Toast Restaurant at Hartbeespoort presentation, but creates a story to lucrative partnerships with like- Dam giving the public an every dish that makes for a full, Photo: Supplied minded brands that will help him opportunity to experience the rich experience.” Chef Wandile Mabaso. Schooling musicians

Staff Reporter marketing their music, organising [email protected] and managing musical events, and the business of music. Business workshops are giving The workshops cover topics back to the community in a such as how the industry works, different way by providing different music careers, composing emerging talent with invaluable and songwriting, performing and advice from music experts. the live music scene, and much Geleza Kleva and Learn provide more. free music business workshops, Author, musician and Wits which form part of the Joy of lecturer Jonathan Shaw who Jazz initiative in July all around wrote the book, South African Gauteng. Music Business, will be one of the These workshops are especially speakers at the workshops and will designed to show how the music discuss how the industry works. industry works and to help would- For Standard Bank, the be artists gain a foothold in the educational workshops are a industry. cornerstone of its sponsorship of Under the banner of Youth the broader festival, with them Development in the Arts, these running programmes that focus on workshops have been an integral building a fi rm fi nancial structure part of the broader Standard to business, along with general Bank Joy of Jazz initiative for the fi nancial fi tness and literacy. past three years and are highly “It is important for us to be successful enterprises. able to provide a solid base and Concord Nkabinde, mentor knowledge for the next generation and well-known South African of music industry businesses,” musician and composer, has been said Hazel Chimhandamba, head running these initiatives with of group sponsorships at Standard remarkable success. Bank. The project started in 2014 Standard Bank Joy of Jazz when organiser, T Musicman, saw executive producer, Mantwa a need to educate emerging artists Chinoamadi concluded, “It is and The Geleza Kleva and Learn through a deliberate effort to workshops were established. develop our youth that in years A lesson in social media for parents and teachers Young musicians will receive to come will reap a bountiful advice as well as be exposed to harvest of musical greats. We Chris Louw from Caxton Digital talks to Nikki Searll and Deborah Mc Arthur from O’Summit various music disciplines such as are delighted to have artistic Montessori in Bryanston after giving parents and teachers at the school some insight into social songwriting, music composition, luminaries, government and media. arrangement, playing music institutional support to make this communally, live performances, programme a reality.” 14•07•2017 Sandton Chronicle homes 15

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It was a day of smiles for young golfers of the South African Disabled Golf Association’s (Sadga) First Swing Programme when they met the Springbok rugby team on 23 June. They were given the unique opportunity to meet the national rugby side and coaching staff on the eve of the Boks’ third Test against France in Johannesburg. The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity was made possible thanks to the generosity of Canon South Africa, following a fundraiser event in Johannesburg hosted by the Chris Burger and Petro Jackson Photo: Supplied Players’ Fund, which provides assistance Aliscia de Bruyn (front) is thrilled to to catastrophically injured rugby players in meet her rugby heroes. With her are South Africa. Tasvi Naik ( back), Eben Etzebeth (Bok Canon South Africa and distribution player) and Siya Kolisi (Bok player). company Kolok purchased rugby Photo: Supplied memorabilia at the fundraiser, which 35 schools across the country, with some The Proteas women’s cricket team are ready to take on the world at the has been donated to the association to 860 children benefi tting every week. International Cricket Council Women’s World Cup in England. Pictured here are auction off at the 2018 Canon South Africa The programme provides a modifi ed captain Dané van Niekerk, Chloe Tyron and Masabata Klaas. Disabled Golf Open to raise funds for the sports environment where children with development of the programme. disabilities can participate in sport and feel Canon SA has been closely involved part of a group. It has tremendous benefi ts, with the association since 2001 and over increasing self-esteem, confi dence, respect, the years, the company’s involvement has responsibility, honesty, integrity and continued to grow, with its support focusing perseverance. Proteas rise to the Dana Eitzen, corporate and marketing on the First Swing Programme initiative. This year, the photographic equipment communications executive of Canon SA company became the proud title sponsor said, “During our association with Sadga, of the South African Disabled Golf Open we have seen fi rst-hand the positive impact challenge which attracts some of the world’s top of the programme on the rehabilitation golfers with disabilities. and psychological development of young people with disabilities. Staff reporter discipline and practicing has shone through The programme offers a platform which “There is nothing more rewarding than [email protected] for the country and now for the world to exposes children with disabilities to the see. game of golf. The primary focus of the seeing a child with disabilities overcome The Proteas women’s cricket team are They use the hashtag #AlwaysRising initiative is on the rehabilitation and their challenges. This meeting with the currently playing in the International to prove that they are willing to meet the psychological development of disabled Springbok rugby team was indeed a most Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s Cricket challenge and go beyond it. children. The programme is operational in special experience for the children.” World Cup in England. Team captain Dané van Niekerk said, The team is ranked 6th among the eight “We know what we’re made of. 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Photo: Sarah Koning Wendywood Squash Club in Darwin Street is looking to recruit new members and revive their club. Thabang Nyathi, Wendywood Squash operations coordinator; Laurence Msebele, squash player of Wendywood High School; Ingrid Moralee, club secretary; and Grant Hamilton, club committee member are ready to help. Anyone for squash? Sarah Koning a partner waiting for you to join known to be a small, competitive tournaments. With the recruitment The club works on a ‘pitch and [email protected] them in an intense 30 to 45-minute club. It is great to be part of a of new members, the club hopes to play’ system, where the public game. It is believed to be one of community here and get back to advance into more leagues. is allowed to make use of their The Wendywood Squash Club is the most intensive exercises for the the community values we once Club secretary Ingrid Moralee facilities and do not need to be eager to recruit new members to body.” cherished,” said Hamilton. said they hoped to renew club members to book a court. their four-court club in Darwin Hamilton said the club was The courts, which have been partnership with Egoli Squash, a Membership costs R1 300 per Street. welcoming squash newbies, and recently refurbished, are used by public benefi t outreach programme year for men and R700 for women, The 40-year-old club’s ex-squash players who might want 70 members at present. Members of Central Gauteng Squash senior citizens, schoolchildren and membership has dwindled recently to come back to get some exercise range in age from fi ve to 74 years that uses sport to curb poverty students. Players pay an additional as more people have headed to the and play in the league. old. The club is also the home of St for disadvantaged youth from R11 for lights when they make use gym or the couch instead of the “I have been a member at Peter’s College squash. Alexandra, Soweto and the inner of the facilities. squash court. Wendywood for 39 years and have Members will receive access city. If the club is able to recruit Details: To fi nd out more about Club committee member Grant squash memberships around the to facilities, the opportunity to more members, they will be able membership, contact Ingrid Hamilton said, “Squash is a world and go to the world masters’ play in the 4th, 5th, 7th and 8th to host Egoli Squash on a more on 072 413 9565 or email disciplined sport where you have competition most years. We are Gauteng Squash leagues and enter regular basis. [email protected]