The King of Umswenko has done it again! Riky Rick’s annual Cotton Festival took place in Newtown early this month. With acts such as AKA, Kabza De Small, DJ Maphorisa, A-Reece, Reason and some of South Africa’s finest Hip Hop royalty, they brought the city to a stand still across 3 stages with their performances.
The festival, which embraces the Hip Hop culture in it’s entirety alongside other local genres, saw individuals coming out in numbers to showcase their unique fashion, music and art. The day was filled with bright colour and power sound including a performance from Riky Rick on his show stopping, first-time-seen-in-SA, elevated moving stage that had the audience in awe.
The Cotton Festival which is only on its’ second year running, has continued to bring a diversified group of people across Mzansi to share the love they have for the culture. With unforgettable moments between Riky Rick and DaLES, A-Reece’s performance and a fiiiiiiiiire set by the Scorpion Kings (DJ Maphorisa and Kabza da Small), it’s no doubt that Cotton Fest kicked the year off on a good note.
Ricky Rick and Oskido
Riky thanked everyone who showed up on the day and expressed on Instagram that “Cotton Fest 2020 is not about me at all. It’s about the great people we have in this industry coming together and creating history for the people. I’m humbled by all the performers who gave up their time to come spread love with us. I’m humbled by the fans who came in their numbers to spread love with us. All 3 stages were unforgettable. Thank you so much for being part of this movement. This is only the beginning.”
The Association for Alcohol Responsibility and Education (aware.org) is ramping up its commitment to reducing the harmful effects of alcohol abuse and misuse through the national launch of the industry’s Code for Commercial Communications (the Code).
The purpose of the Code is to represent a firm commitment by the members of aware.org to maintain high standards of responsibility and ethical conduct in all commercial communication activities, which will demonstrate that we, as an industry, believe in marketing for change. It is designed to ensure that alcohol-related commercial communications are conducted in a manner that neither conflicts with nor detracts from the need for responsibility and moderation in liquor merchandising and consumption.
“Through the Code, we aim to encourage the best creative minds in the country, both agencies and marketers, to become world leaders in the responsible marketing arena,” said Ingrid Louw, CEO of aware.org. “The Code is the industry standard that we can and must live by.”
Ingrid Louw, Aware.Org CEO
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), South Africa is the 6th largest drinking nation in the world even though only 30% of South Africans consumer alcohol. The alcoholic beverage industry has been mulling over the potential impact of the National Liquor Amendment Bill, presented for public comment in 2016, which could result in severe restrictions on the industry’s ability to market their products if enacted into law.
“The aim is certainly not to wag the finger, but it is an opportunity for us to engage with those who have the greatest influence on the strategic and creative expression of the marketing of alcohol products, whether on television, radio, billboards or in digital spaces, which is where most brands communicate their brand messages today, and which will continue to grow exponentially in the future,” continued Louw.
Notable speakers at the launch event affirming the industry’s commitment included: Chief Director of the National Liquor Authority, Prea Ramdhuny; Heineken Corporate Affairs Director South Africa, Millicent Maroga; MD of Diageo SA, Graeme Harlow; and Vice-President for Corporate Affairs at SAB, Zoleka Lisa, who opened the event on behalf of the Chairman of the Board of aware.org , Ricardo Ferreira.
“We need to develop a common industry vision,” said Lisa. “The introduction of our self-regulated Code is more than just a promise and goes beyond compliance. We, as an industry, already actively support campaigns that reduce alcohol abuse and we invest billions each year in responsible marketing activities.”
A dynamic and challenging panel discussion chaired by veteran journalist and radio presenter John Perlman, featured Chief Director of the National Liquor Authority Prea Ramdhuny, Corporate Affairs Director, Distell Southern Africa Jolene Henn, CEO of the Advertising Regulatory Board (ARB) Gail Schimmel and Chief Creative Officer at Joe Public Xolisa Dyeshana.
“When Government launched its policy document seeking to change advertising laws and regulations, it was in response to the wide-ranging socio-economic effects of alcohol abuse in the country and the industry’s seeming lack of motivation to change its harmful marketing practices,” said Ramdhuny. “Our hope is that through this Code, the industry can demonstrate that it is not only committed to responsible marketing but can make a real and immediate change in how its products are marketed,” she continued.
The debate raised tough questions about the potential efficacy of the Code and the practicalities of its implementation and adoption, as well as its potential impact on alcohol harm reduction in South Africa.
The launch event was concluded by an announcement of aware.org partnering with the Loeries in the annual Loeries Student Challenge, where design, advertising and marketing students around South Africa are invited to find creative solutions, which combats underage drinking using Instagram as a first to mobile creative platform for change.
“As the alcohol industry, we will lead from the front with responsible marketing through creative innovation. We believe that this challenge will be one of our first milestones in driving real and sustainable change through creativity, both locally and internationally,” concluded Louw.
The winning campaign will be produced professionally with Facebook / Instagram’s guidance, together with the winners, and run on Instagram to millions of people, courtesy of Facebook.
Twitter was divided this past weekend over the price of MaXhosa products. Some people say they are overpriced for a local brand whilst others argue that the prices are justifiable. Most people hold the perception that proudly South African brands must be cheap and this is a perception that needs to be fought at all cost.
A Maxhosa shawl is R16000. A whole R16000. And you say we don't support. Who's gonna buy a shawl yale mali
Luxury brands in their nature are not designed for the masses, but for the selected few. The “So and Sos and the “Who’s Who” of the game. According to Kip Becker et al luxury brands have cultural and social connotations. Luxury brands such as MaXhosa have a symbolic meaning to the buyers.
There are various ways in which luxury is communicated to the consumer. Price is often an important aspect of luxury in the current socio-economic context; wealth is the only remaining consistent differentiator of social status.
To arrive at a specific price point MaXhosa has to consider these factors (but not limited to):
1. Expensive Material
The raw material used to manufacture the products. The raw materials that they use are expensive. In most cases, they use 100% pure cotton which is expensive. Also, where these raw materials are sourced does contribute to the price. If the raw materials are imported from Europe, they will be more expensive than if they are sourced locally. Sometimes the material are so rare and that has an impact on price. For example, most of MaXhosa’s cardigans are made using Merino wool which is expensive.
2. Labour
Labour is a major cost for any business and MaXhosa is no exception. South Africa is said to high labour costs when compared to other countries. This is due to the labour laws and the high involvement of trade unions. Unlike many brands who manufacture their products in countries that are known for cheap labour, MaXhosa is manufacturing their products locally.
3. Limited Production
Having too many products in the market can reduce the brand’s value. MaXhosa does not mass produce their products to capitalise on the economies of scale. In order to make a profit they need to charge higher for the product. Brands such Louis Vuitton suspend the manufacturing of the product once it reaches its sales target.
4. The Brand
MaXhosa is a brand with a powerful story behind it and a global footprint. Laduma has won a number of international awards including Pride of Africa at Africa Fashion Week Barcelona Awards. The calibre of the people who wear the brand. All of these things combined do contribute to the value of the brand.
5. Quality
As the adage goes, you get what you pay for. Luxury brands like MaXhosa put strict quality control measures to ensure that their customers get their money’s worth. The material they use to make the clothes are expensive as mentioned above. Sometimes it takes a long to come up with the designs. The difference between MaXhosa clothes and ordinary brands, for example, is they are more than just clothes, they are art.
The bottom line is that if you can’t afford it, it means you are not the target market. The people who are the target market hardly complain about the price.
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While the sentiment in South Africa has been on a decline over the past five years due to a number of reasons, crime has managed to climb up the ladder as one of the leading contributors to uncertainty, fear and hopelessness for many South Africans.
That is why leading crisis management tool, My Personal Lifeline has partnered with media personality & gender-based violence activist, Masechaba Ndlovu in a bid to empower crime victims with a solution that South Africans have been asking for, dubbed #KeBopheloBaka. The partnership between Masechaba and My Personal Lifeline comes as no surprise, as Masechaba is a true survivor and uses her various media platforms to share her own experiences, raising awareness and providing hope to, not only those affected by gender-based crime, but every South African touched by crime.
The #KeBopheloBaka [#ItsMyLife] campaign launched on Monday, January 6 2020 in an effort to empower, encourage and help those South Africans whose lives have been irrevocably affected by crime. Unfortunately, too many cases of crime or violence go untreated or worse still, unreported. Feeling afraid, helpless and alone after a traumatic experience is understandable, but there is support available to start the process of recovering or dealing with that which has been lost.
“We know that sometimes having to deal with the next steps can be extremely hard for you, especially after dealing with rape, a domestic violence incident or any crime-related event, – not having any support or knowing where to go, can really make you lose hope,” said Masechaba Ndlovu.
“The main aim is to change the narrative and the conversations we have from #AmINext? to conversations of how I overcame my circumstance,” said Lucy Kalify, My Personal Lifeline co-founder. The platform gives you access to services that help you overcome trauma, escape a bad situation, protect your family, and get back on your feet afterwards.
“We became just another crime statistic a couple of months ago after a violent home-invasion in our safe suburb. Although we have traditional insurance cover to replace physical belongings, nothing prepares you for the emotional trauma suffered after being at the mercy of criminals. My Personal Lifeline’s team provided immediate support with essentials such as a locksmith and a security guard, a cellphone with airtime, a debit card with some cash and even forms to replace stolen ID docs and drivers’ licenses. In hindsight, the most beneficial support was the trauma counseling benefit, which helped me work through the immense anger and fear I experienced for many weeks after the attack. I’m still on the road to recovery, but now I have hope”, said Sue Warner, My Personal Lifeline beneficiary.
According to BusinessTech, 2.01 million crimes were recorded in 2019, which represents a 1% increase in the number of reported crimes in the 17 public categories. Crime is an unfortunate reality and with potential life-threatening consequences, it’s important to have a lifeline that you can reach for, as you deserve more than to merely be a “survivor”, #KeBopheloBaka.
2019 has been a challenging and yet exciting year. Through it all, you continued to show support to various Pat on Brands initiatives. You showed up to the hikes, you laced up for #RunWithPat and engaged in the Pat on Brands Dialogues. For that, we would like to say we appreciate you and may you continue to support in 2020.
To show our appreciation, Pat on Brands has partnered with NetFlorist to do something NICE for the Pat on Brands supporters. We are giving away 2 awesome NetFlorist hampers valued at R500 each to 2 lucky Pat on Brands supporters in the next two weeks (1 winner per week).
Winning is easy. All you have to do is share a nice festive message or quote with a friend, tag the friend and use the hashtags #JustBeNice #WinWithPat, then tag @netflorist and @PatOnBrands on Twitter and/or Instagram in the post. The nicest message with the most likes for the week will win.
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This competition is only open to South African citizens. The hamper is unique from the hampers on-site and is not sold on-site, but has a bit of everything consumers can find on the NetFlorist website.
Planet Fitness has officially launched their long awaited pumpHIITup™ studio alongside their newest Club in Sandton (Sandton Gate).
This class will elevate your workout to the next level, it’s all about High-intensity interval training combining science & tech offering a fitness experience unsurpassed. Not only will you TORCH calories, you will have so much fun in the process!!!!
The pumpHIITup™ experience is based on four high intensity interval training programs with the focus on heart rate zones all while catering for a variety of fitness levels, while enjoying the unique soundtracks and beats mixed by DJ Ryan Dent.
The pumpHIITup™ Coaches are highly skilled to deliver each program that integrates components of aerobic and anaerobic cardiovascular training, functional training, agility training, muscular endurance, and explosive power to create a full-body workout experience.
HIIT, or High-intensity interval Training, is a training technique in which you give all-out, one hundred percent effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short, sometimes active recovery periods. This type of training gets and keeps your heart rate up and burns more fat in less time.
If you are the competitive type, you can compete with other people in the class, and yourself to ensure you are always pushing it! You will receive a device that tracks your heart rate and there is a screen with the heart rate zones in the studio
Local small businesses contribute to the growth of the country’s economy, yet ONLY three out of ten have a chance to survive. To address this challenge, J&B Hive hosted a panel discussion on Sunday 17 November 2019 with South Africa’s thought-leaders and entrepreneurs to discuss various ways in which consumers, communities and large enterprises can best support and address the critical state of small businesses to kickstart Global Entrepreneur Week (GEW).
The panel discussion consisted of popular businessman DJ Sbu as well as Sibusiso Ngwenya; mastermind behind SkinnySbu Socks, Nubian Bride Magazine creator, wedding & event planner; Precious The Planner and the founder of Brownsense Mzuzukile Soni. Joining the panel was J&B Hive members Lethabo Mokoena of Walkfresh, Bedoo’s creator Nombusio Nkosi and Sthe Mpehle Head of Dipopaai who shared their experiences as small business owners and some of the challenges that they face in the South African economy.
In October 2019, Statistics South Africa sent a shock when it announced that the unemployment rate in South Africa was standing at 29.1 percent, the highest it has ever been since comparable data began in 2008 and yet small businesses are said to be the engine that will stimulate job creation.
The J&B Hive takes a stand during GEW by encouraging South Africans to play their part and support small businesses by procuring locally. The pledge is part of an art installation in the form of mannequins where three out of ten mannequins were standing, while the rest are lying on the ground to highlight the contrast between businesses that succeed (30%) and those that fail (70%).
A catalyst for creative entrepreneurs and innovative small business hub based in Braamfontein, Johannesburg, the J&B Hive is about disrupting the status quo and pushing boundaries with the goal of seeing young businesses thrive and change the economic trajectory of the country.
“The J&B Hive has garnered a well-deserved reputation as the creative nerve centre of Johannesburg, where entrepreneurs and young businesses are incubated in a space that encourages creativity, innovation, and disruption. The activity during Global Entrepreneur Week reinforces the many strides made by J&B Hive where small businesses and entrepreneurs on the rise is concerned,” says Nana Akua Twerefoo, J&B Whisky Senior Brand Manager.
During GEW in November, South Africa joins over 170 countries in bringing awareness and supporting local businesses.
J&B has been proudly accelerating local business since 2015 through the J&B Hive – a collaborative space that is a creative hub and local business accelerator. J&B is so committed to elevating local businesses that the brand has given its advertising space to entrepreneurs to shine a spotlight on their businesses. With GEW, this means giving creative businesses a platform to remain authentically local while speaking to a global audience, a feat most would not have been able to achieve.
South Africans are encouraged to visit the installation in Newtown Junction from Sunday 17 November to Sunday 24 November and take a pledge to support entrepreneurship.
Born from the Chinese’ ‘singleness’ celebrations, premium cocktail bar News Cafe has brought this celebrated shopping experience to South Africa with their Singles Day BBQ Burger and Chips campaign taking place on Monday, 11 November 2019. According to Brand Manager Varina Singh, in a bid to bring single men and women across the country together in one place and give them something to celebrate, News Cafe will be offering customers a BBQ Burger for R11 and one can add chips for R11. “We are the first brand to adopt Singles Day locally” – if you’re not single, you’re welcome to join in the fun any way!
Singles’ Day is said to have begun as a reaction against Valentine’s Day and is thought to have grown out of Chinese culture in the 1990s, when four male students discussed how they could break away from the monotony of being single. Its date, November 11, is written 11.11 or one-one-one-one. In China, it’s also known as “Bare Sticks Holiday” because of how it looks numerically. Since then, the celebration has spread into wider Chinese society and, thanks to the internet and social media, the rest of the world too.
In 2009, Chinese online retailer Alibaba adopted the trend and it has since turned into the biggest online sale event in the world. Just last year, Alibaba made $ 30.8 billion in sales across their various platforms, in one day! In fact, Singles Day is more lucrative than Black Friday and Cyber Monday combined. That’s partly because China’s population is about four times larger than that of its major rival, the USA. However, Singles Day is fast becoming a global online event and the biggest e-commerce festivity in the world, with Alibaba hosting a huge countdown gala that have previously featured celebrities like Maria Carey, Pharrell Williams and the likes of Lionel Messi.
“We wanted to be a part of this global event, by leading the local market with something exciting and relevant alongside consumers all over the world who will be taking part by buying and celebrating their singleness,” Singh concludes.
For more information, follow News Cafe on social media – @newscafevibez.
Brutal Fruit Spritzer’s first birthday celebrations held in Jozi today proved that success really does taste better shared. Over 100 of South Africa’s most powerful influencers and media personalities joined the brand at an exclusive birthday brunch at a unique location, The Execuflora Greenhouse near Fourways, set amongst lush greenery in the heart of the city.
Brutal Fruit’s #SpritzerBirthdayBrunch offered guests a mouth-watering menu that incorporated some of the Spritzer’s ingredients into the food. From mini watermelon cakes drizzled with Brutal Fruit Spritzer to a syrup tailor-made for the event, guests were treated to a blissfully special occasion.
Brutal Fruit Brand Manager Gugu Dlamini says: “Brutal Fruit believes in the power of the collective, South Africans – supporting and celebrating each other’s successes and milestones in life. Brutal Fruit is proud to be the curator of these influential collectives. This is the very essence of our brand ethos – simply that success tastes better shared.”
Keynote speaker: Toke Makinwa
Nigerian radio personality, television host, vlogger, lifestyle entrepreneur and author Toke Makinwa joined us in SA and celebrated her own birthday alongside Brutal Fruit Spritzer, and as the keynote speaker she spoke about her own personal success, which she largely attributes to the support she received from various women throughout her life. Makinwa encouraged guests not to compare themselves with others and to always celebrate their own progress, no matter how small or slow it may seem.
Celebrated South African MC Candice Modiselle, South Africa’s incredible singer and songwriter Shekhinah; the very talented Thabsie , DJs Nel and Mmiso kept the celebrations going well into the afternoon, as guests enjoyed the easy-drinking and sophisticated taste of Brutal Fruit Ruby Apple Spritzers. Celebrities and influencers spotted at the event included C2 General Melody Molale, Anele Zondo; Mbali Nkosi Kim Slaffa, Refiloe Nkoane, Boitumelo Nxumalo, Kamo Modisakeng, Kiara Kittner, and more.
Brutal Fruit Spritzer has been overwhelmingly well-received in South Africa in its first year on the market, exceeding all sales volume expectations. It makes for the perfect drink to be shared with your favourite people at brunchtime, summertime, pretty much anytime – something to be enjoyed with your special squad.
Johannesburg, Braamfontein – The first-ever SA Jewellery Week (SAJW) will be hosted from 31 October until 5 November 2019 in Johannesburg.
Top
South African contemporary jewellers from various Higher Education Institutions
and various stakeholders, will be exhibiting and showcasing some of their
talents, and creativity in contemporary jewellery design.
South
African contemporary jewellers have found it very challenging to compete
commercially with their international counterparts on an economic level. The
same can be said when it comes to showcasing their talents and creativity which
is due to a lack of contemporary jewellery education available to the South
African consumer. However, SAJW will be a vibrant and educational event that will
give (ASAP) “A South African Perspective” to the Fourth Industrial Revolution
to all individuals attending, through the display of different technology-made jewellery
sculptures with influences of culture and the decolonization of the notion of
Africanism.
“This
will be one of the most fascinating events that will explore a diverse range of
themes with the journey of true African Identity through the use of indigenous
artifact to create meaning, being the main highlight and taking us back to the
African roots,” says Khanya Mthethwa, SA Jewellery Week: Founder and organiser.
The ASAP to 4IR exhibition will be showcased at the MmArt House in Craighall, with the main aim of showcasing the amazing work that postgraduate students from different Higher Education Institutions do. The goal is that the event will translate into the upliftment of contemporary jewellery in the country and for consumers to see the value in the work that done by local contemporary jewellery designers.
For
more details regarding the SA Jewelry Week & RSVP contact: thato@sajw.co.za.
As the festive season draws closer, top of mind for South Africans is whether they have enough savings to meet the financial demands that come with this period. A way in which many South Africans prepare for the period is through the popular stokvel savings vehicle.
However, the stokvel’s have on occasion unfairly attracted negative stories of members disappearing with money when it’s time to divide savings within the group. A rules-based savings scheme, with the assistance of your bank can avoid these potential situations, Mike Ramolahlehi, Product Manager, Savings & Investments at Standard Bank offers insights on how people can make use of the stokvel savings vehicle through a bank.
Ramolahlehi says that people need to exercise discretion when making decisions about their hard-earned money, and that reputable institutions such as banks, have a variety of stokvel savings formats which offer peace of mind and security for groups who are saving towards a common goal.
South Africans are currently caught in the frenzy of the increasingly infamous WhatsApp and illegal savings scheme, where a lot of members have complained about not getting their money. Although these types of schemes are very popular, they are Ponzi schemes and therefore illegal and there is very high uncertainty when it comes to members receiving their money following initial investment.
According to Ramolahlehi, the benefits of saving as a group through a bank include:
Dual authorisation from selected signatories is required in order to realise funds
The necessary compliance checks are conducted on authorised signatories before account can be opened.
Saving more money faster when you pool your savings from as little as R100 a month into one account.
Most stokvel-styled savings products allow funds to be deposited or withdrawn at any time with increasing benefits for you and your scheme.
Once a desired amount has been reached, the money can be moved into longer term investments, growing the initial investment even faster.
Higher interest for individuals because the group is saving together.
“It can be very tempting to resort to popular but risky schemes in order to quickly bolster your savings. It is far more advisable rather, that people contact registered financial institutions for any credible information pertaining to savings”, concludes Ramolahlehi.
Stokvels harness the miracle that is compound interest, where investors earn a return on their savings as well as their accumulated interest.
South Africa’s first online property market place, Private Property, is hosting South Africa’s premier property expo, The Property Show for its third year in Johannesburg. Private Property acquired the show earlier this year as part of its strategy to improve its range of services by creating a rounded offering that covers the whole property life cycle.
The event takes place on 19 -20 October at the Sandton Convention Centre and features Euphonik, Nicolette Mashile and Robert Bentele as special guest speakers. The Johannesburg leg of the show coincides with twenty-one years since the establishment of Private Property.
Chief Marketing Officer, Tracey-Lee Miller says the show is the ideal platform for those wanting to enter the property market or move up the property ladder.
“The Property Show is the ideal platform for anyone looking to further their property journey whether it’s buying, selling, renting or investing,” says Miller. “The show brings together the biggest real estate brands under one roof including financial service providers, estate agents, developers, conveyancers, and additional services.”
Investors can compare asset classes and expected yields with various property experts and agents. Buyers will be able to discuss affordability and financial advice with various banks and bond originators, as well as access free legal consultations, credit checks, financial consultations, and general property advice.
The two-day event is sponsored by Absa Bank, Standard Bank, Nedbank and High Street Auctions. It will cater to over 6000 visitors and host more than 50 exhibitors in a world-class exhibition space, offering holistic property solutions for both consumers and partners so they can connect and engage in a meaningful way.
Four theatres will be packed with practical property advice and knowledge to help educate thousands of first-time buyers, sellers, investors and future tenants. These theatres are the Absa Property Investor Theatre, the Rental Theatre, the Standard Bank Property Theatre, and the High Street Auction Theatre.
There are also over 40 educational seminars which will be presented by top industry leaders and celebrities sharing insights on topics such as:
How to structure your property investment portfolio for maximum gains?
How to avoid evictions and what are your rights?
An update on Gauteng’s best investment hotspots
The 7 principles to reach financial freedom at any age
BREXIT – investing in UK property during economic uncertainty.
DJ Euphonik’s property journey
Forced auctions: sheriff sales, liquidations and deceased estate sales
Educating the buying and selling markets on the process of auctioning; and
A LIVE AUCTION
In addition to these valuable property-focused talks, visitors will get the chance to meet industry professionals, receive exclusive discounts and win various prizes.
For more information on the event and to purchase tickets, please visit the website.
Joburg is up next on the 2019 Corona SunSets calendar, after the Durban festival in September, and the lineup is the most exciting that this Mandala-decorated stage has seen yet!
The Corona SunSets Festivals no longer need hype to excite people in South Africa. They’ve become known and are loved for magical and melodic lineups that seductively take people on a musical journey that follows the sun from midday and uphigh, to sunset when it dips below the skyline.
The Line UP
International headliners are Grammy Award nominated FISHER; the biggest dance music act of the last year with his huge hits ‘Losing It’ and ‘You Little Beauty’, who will be there with his relentless energy and infectious music selection.
Another massive name is the iconic NORA EN PURE who is returning with her deep house magic to woo and wow audiences all day and into the sunset moment and beyond…
Supported by local legends that includes a mix of all music genres to suit the diverse South African palette including:
Prince Kaybee: this popular South African DJ is well-known for songs like ‘Better Days’ , Wajelwa, “Club Controller”, “Banomoya and ‘Charlotte’ which features female vocalist Lady Zamar, and will bring the heat when he takes on that Corona stage.
Kyle Watson is one of South Africa’s biggest dance music exports. Whether you’re in a small, sweaty club in the heart of the USA or a 15,000-strong open air festival in Brazil, you’re likely to hear a Watson record.
Shimza: one of Africa’s shining lights, Shimza is an incredible young DJ and producer who is proving that 2019 is his year with soldout shows around the world. Joburg, get ready to welcome our favourite export home…
DJ Maphorisa x Kabza De Small: South African producer DJ Maphorisa’s presence is known and felt across the music industry, whether or not you’re aware of his involvement. Some of the more high-flying accolades to his name include international collaborations with artists including Drake, Wizkid, and Major Lazer, among others. But if for nothing else, Lawd Porry is the name we will remember for his efforts in pushing the Gqom & Amapiano wave. Kabza de small is a renowned DJ who has entertained many fans on the dance floor. He started his journey in the entertainment industry as a DJ in 2009 & didn’t have resources by then. But he knew what he wanted with his career. He kept on pushing, after many years of polishing his skills he is now a known brand to many people as the king of Amapiano.
Goodluck needs no intro. The award-winning live electronic band started in Cape Town but has become a truly international brand since they launched officially in 2011.
Additional local support artists are:
Euphonik
Bantwanas
Lemon & Herb
Kususa
Jazzi Disciples
Ryan Murgatroyd & Kostakis
Themba
Kidfonque
The World of Birds
Abby Nurock
Strange Loving
FKA Mash
Pierre Johnson
Jackie Queens
Jay Me
The Milk Bar Kid
Date: Saturday 7th December
Time: 12:00pm – midnight. Be sure to come early and avoid the queues.
Location: The Ground, Muldersdrift
Ticket prices
R250: Early Bird – SOLD OUT
R350: Tier 1 – SOLD OUT
R450: Tier 2 – SOLD OUT
R550: Tier 3 – Now Available
R650: Tier 4 – Coming soon
R850 Limited VIP tickets that include private bars, private access toilets and a viewing area with comfortable seating.
STRICTLY NO UNDER 18’s ALLOWED, AND ALL ATTENDEES WILL REQUIRE IDENTIFICATION TO ENTER THE EVENT – ONLY ORIGINAL ID BOOK/CARD, DRIVERS LICENCE CARD OR PASSPORTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
As the world celebrates world champagne day, premium cocktail bar, News Cafe have launched a week long bubbly campaign with well-known champagne brand Moët & Chandon in a celebration starting on the 17th to the 27th of October.
Aptly dubbed, Pop ‘n Champagne, the partnership with the luxurious Moët & Chandon champagne has been perfectly paired with gourmet popcorn and follows the global trend of pairing flavoured popcorn with your favorite bubbly.
The unique serve aims to create a taste experience for champagne lovers and the following flavours are available:
HELLO BUBBLY
Glass of Moët & Chandon Brut Imperial paired perfectly with gourmet vanilla honey popcorn.
SIP SIP HOORAY
Your favourite bottle of Moët & Chandon served with a trio of gourmet popcorn flavours – vanilla honey; salted caramel; and lemon white chocolate.
You will have an opportunity to choose your favourite bottle of Moët & Chandon, namely:
Moët & Chandon Brut Imperial
Moët & Chandon Nectar Imperial Rose
Moët & Chandon Nectar Imperial
“We wanted to celebrate world champagne day with a brand that resonates with our market and with a serve that’s on trend. Not only is Moët & Chandon the perfect fit, but their brand embodies celebration, said Varina Singh, News Cafe Brand Manager. “During this week, consumers are invited to celebrate with us, while sipping on their favorite bottle of bubbly, enjoying the vibe and great company with some of SA’s best influencers,” she concluded.
Consumers can also look forward to attending five glam-filled events at the following venues;
News Cafe Woodmead, Sandton, Rosebank, Emperors Palace and Mall@55.
Mzansi’s iconic bubble gum, Chappies, has been bringing consumers together with its fun flavours and quirky ‘Did You Know?’ facts for over 70 years.
Chappies was created in the late 1940’s by Arthur Ginsburg at the Chapelat factory in the small Johannesburg suburb of Troyeville. His idea of including lists of ‘Did You Know?’ facts on the inside of each gum’s waxed paper wrapper turned the great-tasting, two-for-a-penny gum into a cultural phenomenon. The questions were sourced from popular Springbok Radio quiz show ‘The Three Wise Men’, starring Eric Rosenthal, Arthur Blexley and Dennis Glauber. The company later approached academics from WITS University for more lists of questions, with between 5 000 and 6 000 ‘Did You Know?’ facts generated in those early years – a significant pool of knowledge in the pre-Internet era!
Such was the popularity of the brand, that Chappies quickly became the country’s unofficial currency – few South Africans won’t have had the experience of being told to ‘take Chappies’ in lieu of a penny or half-penny’s change on making a purchase at a corner café or spaza, at some point in their childhood.
Chappies initially came in five flavours: lemon, orange, strawberry, cherry and pineapple, with the introduction of spearmint, peppermint, herbal, silver fruit (a mix of the five flavours) coming later. Seventy years on, there are five flavours to choose from: spearmint, assorted fruit, watermelon grape and cool cherry.
“Celebrating 7 decades is an amazing milestone to reach and we couldn’t have done it without the generations of consumers who still feel an incredibly strong connection to the brand,” says Mondelēz South AfricaCategory Brand Manager for Gum, Trushann Thomas. “The Chappies legacy continues to grow as those generations pass on their love for the bubble gum and the iconic ‘Did You Know?’ facts to the next – meaning that the brand remains as relevant as ever. We want to celebrate this significant milestone with everyone who’s been part of our journey for the past 70 years – and those who will pass on their love for Chappies to future generations”.
The 70th birthday celebration is not just about honouring one of the country’s longest-standing brands, but also sharing the party with loyal consumers in a #ChappiesBday competition. One lucky entrant stands the chance to win their very own Chappies-sponsored birthday celebration, worth R40 000! Fans also stand a chance to win 1 of 4 cool Chappies hampers which they can show off to their friends and family.
To stand a chance to win this epic prize, all you have to do is like the Chappies SA Facebook page and post your very own ‘Happy Birthday, Chappies!’ video in the comment section with the #ChappiesBDay hashtag. Competition ends 1 November 2019 and T’s& C’s apply.
Saturday, 12 October 2019, was a day of pride and joy as parents/guardians and teachers gathered at Montecasino’s Ballroom to celebrate the exceptional brain power of their bundles of joy at the NESTLÉ NESPRAY South African Mathematics Challenge Awards. The Ballroom was a buzz with activity as 22 top young mathematicians were awarded the highest honours. The event was the culmination of a robust mathematics season which saw almost 83 000 students participating from over 1000 schools that entered the Challenge this year. Top students from both junior and senior divisions got to walk away with the coveted award and title of the NESTLÉ NESPRAY South African Mathematics Challenge winners and runners-up which included a prestigious certificate, a medal and a cash prize.
MC: Donovan Goliath
“Over the last few months the NESTLÉ NESPRAY South African Mathematics Challenge has given learners the opportunity to sharpen their problem-solving skills through a series of tests designed for both junior and senior levels. Through our partnership with SAMF we designed a program that allowed students to participate at a national level in a fun and interactive mathematics program which was designed to make mathematics more attractive to learners. We really are excited to crown these champions who came out of a pool of over 82 000 students, showcasing that there definitely is great appetite for mathematics amongst our learners” said Business Executive Officer for Dairy Nestlé South Africa, Adedoja Ekeruche.
Senior Division 1st Place Winners
The awards celebrated the best of South Africa’s young mathematicians in Grades 4 – 7, from schools across the country. The top medallists were flown to Johannesburg with their parent/guardian to participate in a Smart Camp and attend the award ceremony.
Junior Division 1st Place Winners
Principals who represented schools in Quintile 1 to 5 were also present at the ceremony to accept the Best Performing Schools per Quintile achievement. Sweet Valley Primary School walked away with Best Performing Overall School title.
“We have witnessed first-hand what it means to groom young minds into loving working with numbers and formulas, and experiencing it as a fun subject rather than something negative and burdensome. It has been an honour working with the South African Mathematics Foundation (SAMF) and the Association for Mathematics Education of South Africa (AMESA) to help bring this vision to life” concluded Adedoja.
NESTLÉ NESPRAY partnered with SAMF, who coordinated the project with AMESA. A series of mathematical problems were devised to narrow down participants from the 82 731 to about 400 who participated in the Final Round. The learners were chosen from both junior and senior divisions of primary schools nationwide, and based on the results of the Final Round, first runners-up from both junior and senior divisions were awarded silver medals, and the winners received gold medals among other prizes.
Learners and Stakeholders
Professor Kerstin Jordaan, Executive Director at SAMF congratulates the winners. “The South African Mathematics Foundation is proud of these young talented learners who have distinguished themselves. They have stood out from the rest and thus made it this far in the competition. We wish them nothing but the best for their academic future”.
Distinguished guests from the education sector and members of the media were present to witness this special occasion.
List of winners in each category are as follows:
Junior Division (1st Position)
Jan Karsten from Laerskool Jan van Riebeeck and
Erik Senekal from Laerskool Lynnwood
Senior Division (1st Position)
Youkyum Kim from Kenridge Primary School
Marieke Louw from Laerskool Lynnwood
Simon Oostuizen from Sweet Valley Primary School
List of best performing schools per quintile are as follows:
1) School with best participation –Mathsumu Primary School in Polokwane.
2) Best performing new school –Astra Primary School in Port Elizabeth.
3) Best performing school per quintile:
a) Quintile 1: Lerato Primary School in Phuthaditshaba.
b) Quintile 2: Dindi Primary School in Pietermaritzburg.
c) Quintile 3: Imbaliyethu Primary School in Chatsworth.
d) Quintile 4: Laerskool Parow Vallei in Cape Town.
4) And the best performing quintile 5 is Sweet Valley Primary School in Cape Town.
5) Best performing overall school is Sweet Valley Primary School.
The SA Gin Festival kicked off its third annual event on Saturday 05 October, attracting just over 2000 people at the beautiful garden-style venue The GROUND in Muldersdrift.
The partnership between the SA Gin Society and Schweppes, a Coca-Cola Brand, included 25 different local gin distillers, food trucks, live bands and DJ’s, ensuring there was something to do for everybody.
“Our aim was to showcase a collection of some of the best gins South Africa has to offer, including a wide variety of locally distilled, award-winning gins,” says Kwanda Dlamini, Channel Development Manager at Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa. “The rolling lawns and the mountains in the background at GROUND provided the perfect setting for sipping gin and making new friends.”
Apart from the large variety of gin products on offer, the event boasted cocktail-making classes, with Schweppes as the sponsor. These classes were free of charge for visitors attending the festival – festivalgoers participated on a first-come-first-served basis. Others tackled the “make your own gin” class while enjoying a special performance by the African Skye pipe band. This unique experience allowed eager learners to create a gin, based on their own unique recipes and bottled with their names on it.
For motor enthusiasts, the Mercedes Benz Zone displayed the latest models from the luxury carmaker and an amazing variety of food trucks offered bespoke snacks ranging from smoked meat dishes to wood-fired pizza, and even Mexican cuisine.
Rock musician Justin Serrao got the party started in the early afternoon, warming the crowd up nicely for the headline act, the SAMA award-winning artist Holly Rey. She was followed by local DJ’s TK Tequila and DJ Neps who turned the dance floor on fire! Face painters added vibrant colour to the festivities with beautiful designs, and guest brought out blankets, camping chairs for the various picnic areas.
“As the biggest and best gin festival in the country, we expected a big turnout. But we were pleasantly surprised to see so many people who are genuinely passionate about the art, craft and skill that goes into making a quality gin,” concludes Dlamini.
September saw the opening of the fourth store of home of delicious Portuguese chicken and prawns, Senhor Peri Peri. The store opened in the bustling precinct of Melrose Arch and it is their first Halaal store.
Senhor Peri Peri dishes
Senhor Peri Peri offers Joburgers a modern twist on Portuguese cuisine. Their unique take on well-loved favourites is sure to have diners coming back for more. From the sought-after Peri Peri Chicken to succulent Mozambican-style prawns and hearty burgers there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
It all started with the sauce
Founder and inspiration Jorge Calisto was born in a small northern town in Portugal but spent most of his life in the South of Joburg. His love for experimentation led him to create a table Peri Peri sauce made with the famous Bird’s Eye Chilli. Next, came a full range of traditional sugar-free sauces made in a variety of flavours: Lemon & Herb, Medium, Mild, Hot and for the very brave, X-Hot.
Jorge’s love for food and travel led to his exploration of the colourful and vibrant country of Mozambique, where he fell in love with the culture, fresh cuisine and striking colours. The new Senhor Peri Peri eatery pays tribute to Mozambique, with pops of colour throughout the eatery. Neutral features such as the cork and circular wooden, light-fittings complement the brightly detailed wall mural, which encapsulates the authenticity, warmth and personality of the eatery.
Family Orientated
The Senhor Peri Peri eatery, which always stays true to its roots and welcomes all diners as a part of its family, is the brainchild of Jorge Calisto and the Fournews Group, industry leaders with over 24 years’ experience. “We are extremely excited about the launch of our first Halaal Senhor Peri Peri,” says brand manager, Varina Singh. “We think our concept of the modern Portuguese eatery will bring a unique and flavoursome experience to Melrose Arch- it’s the perfect place of high spirits and love for all things Peri Peri,” Singh adds.
The store can be found at: Shop 010bl3, Crescent Drive, Melrose Arch
Returning once more to offer a feast for the senses and food for the soul, Africa’s Art Collective will proudly showcase over 500 pieces of magnificent work from 130 African artists to celebrate Heritage month. The collection will feature exquisitely crafted African artwork, including sculptures, drawings, paintings and sketches – all lovingly created with local materials.
The latest Art Collective will be on display from 18 th September to the 13th October at the Mall of Africa in Waterfall City in partnership Julie Miller Investment Art Institute.
Michael Clampett, head of asset management for Attacq Limited says: “The Mall of Africa has undoubtedly cemented itself as the hub of contemporary art in Gauteng, through an ongoing successful partnership with the Julie Miller Investment Art Institute. We are delighted to commemorate South Africa’s Heritage month by showcasing the work of these talented artists in September and October. Africa’s Art Collective is inspiring an entirely new generation of art lovers and reaching an audience that spans countries and continents through the innovative use of digital technology.”
Africa’s Art Collective has undoubtedly led the charge in artistic technological innovation on the continent by recently introducing 3D virtual tours of each art collective, available to view online. This unprecedented move has allowed art lovers across the continent and indeed the world to break the barriers of distance and explore the Africa Art Collective’s exquisite pieces online.
Julie Miller, Owner of the Julie Miller Investment Art Institute says: “What we have always hoped to achieve through the ‘Africa’s Art Collective Seasons’ exhibitions is to showcase world class art in a retail space to promote a wider love and appreciation for art amongst the general public. Africa’s Art Collective is creating an extraordinary opportunity for up and coming talent to be showcased through a widely accessible platform. We are giving these artists and gallerists the platform to shine by reaching an audience which they would not normally be exposed to.”
Art lovers will be able to purchase art directly from the expo through the sales lounge at the Mall of Africa or online. Entrance to the exhibition is free, which will occupy the entire upper level of the Mall, on level five. Entry level art is priced from around R300 per piece upwards and will have something for everyone – from young people wanting to start investing in art, to seasoned investors. The collection can be viewed on the Julie Miller Investment Art International website .
For the first time ever, Flying Fish is getting South Africans to feel the flavour of its delicious liquid by bringing the first ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response) experience to the country.
The Flying Fish ASMR experience
The twist of a bottle cap. The clink of ice in a frosty glass. The long, slow, audible gulp of a refreshing Flying Fish. These are a few examples of the flavoursome bounds which typically provoke a tingling sensation down the back of the neck and which have turned ASMR into a global phenomenon of sensory experiences to soothe the modern soul. International audiences have embraced this love affair with sound, as evidenced by the countless ASMR YouTube videos, which are used to relieve stress and promote a certain joie de vivre.
Flying Fish has tapped into this global trend. The brand’s latest pioneering campaign invites South Africans to engage with the brand as they explore the feeling of what Flying Fish tastes like. Is it the crunch of a chilled green apple, a bite of sweet honeycomb or perhaps the sound of a sharp knife slicing through a ripe lemon?
Flying Fish Marketing Manager Colleen Duvenage says: “Flying Fish has built its brand on flavourful experiences and this is no different. We have tapped into the overwhelming international popularity of ASMR to encourage South Africans to explore the crisp refreshment and fresh flavour of Flying Fish with all of their senses.
We are taking the enjoyment of Flying Fish one step further by engaging in both the
sounds and feelings which our refreshing liquid evokes.”
The brand’s quirky and memorable commercials and activations have historically built a strong connection with South African audiences and this latest campaign is no different. Flying Fish has also entered into a partnership with singer-songwriter sensation Rowlene Bosman to demonstrate what Flying Fish sounds like in the brand’s latest advertising campaign.
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