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Winterveldt residents revolt over damaged transformer

Words: Frans Malatsi

On Tuesday 07 July Winterveldt residents went on the rampage,

protesting over a damaged electricity transformer that had left them in the dark for weeks. They claim that the transformer had been out of order the past five months. They barricaded roads with burning tyres and stones. Motorists, buses and taxis using Lucas Mangope Drive from Hammanskraal to Ga-Rankuwa were forced to seek alternative routes to get to their destinations. The protesters accused ward councillor Lenda Kwenda of hampering the resolution of their problems. Councillor Kwenda said residents should understand that Eskom and the Tshwane metro were different entities. “I do not understand why the residents could be discussing a council matter with Eskom” she said. Kwenda said she was in a meeting with concerned parties, including Eskom, Tshwane and the police to try and find a solution to the problem.“The transformer exploded as we reached an agreement and the problem will be sorted within a few days and the residents will have electricity again,” she said.

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EDITOR’S LETTER

We are almost there. Yes winter is almost over. I know that almost doesn't count but in this case it better count. Aowa Re utlwile, ke mariga. This month started on an interesting note, with the Marikana Report being released to much criticism by the opposition parties; not that we expect anything else from them. Locally we saw residents of Winterveltd protest over a damaged transformer that has been broken for a month or so, the terrible accident that took the lives of two metro police officers, one from Mabopane and the other one from Mamelodi. Some schools are opening next week, so please take care of yourselves until then. Hope you have a great week ahead of you. And don't forget to buy early bird tickets and VIP tickets for the Soshanguve Arts Festival, they have been available since 01 July.

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On 9 July 2015 the City of Tshwane concentrated all its resources in Ward 55, Lady Selborne as part of Operation Kuka Maoto and in order to accelerate the pace of service delivery. Various onsite service points such as SASSA, Customer Care, Home Affairs, ESKOM, Social Development, IEC, Finance and the indigent programme were brought closer to the people for easy access. "I enjoyed the free health screening and assessment," said one of the residents, Kgomotso Mohlapa. The focus of the operation was on urban management and maintenance issues such as erecting speed humps, road marking, removal of illegal dumping, cutting of grass, repairing high mast and street lights, as well as repairing water meters and leaks. The operation will continue throughout the week in Malusi 1 and 2, Lady Selborne. Operation Kuka

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Local Wi-Fi Spots Attract CriminalsWords: Malcolm Sekgothe

Local criminals target Cellphone and tablet owners as they are always seen making use of the Tshwane Free Wi-Fi services, which had been launched by government to provide free internet access to residents and school learners. Blocks C, which is one of the biggest areas in Mabopane, with two primary schools and two secondary schools, is said to be the most affected by these criminal activities. According to Tokologo Sebopela, a community member who also uses the free Wi-Fi connection, says people get robbed of their technological devices and accessories after 5pm when the sunsets. “These criminals strike in the dark because street lights do not work properly, says Tokologo”. He also stated that in order for people to be safe, they should start using the free Wi-Fi connection durung the day because the robbers are obviously people who know their way around the neighborhood “I almost got robbed once and for me that was a wakeup call. So I advise everyone to stay away from the Wi-Fi spots after six, because criminals already know the time schedules in which people go there” he added. In all the spots where residents are always surfing the net, Rekopantswe Primary School in Block C is said to be a spot where most of the people are targeted, mostly when the street lights are off.

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Local content needed for DTTSouth Africans have been watching a lot of international television content and this should change once the country switches off its analogue signal and moves to a digital broadcasting system, says Communications Minister Faith Muthambi. “As South Africans, we've been watching too much international content and that needs to stop. South Africa is diverse and we would need South Africans to tell their own stories … we will need more local content,” said the Minister. She said the department was aware that for this to be realized there was a need for more funding, therefore the funding model of SABC was being prioritized. She explained that with the digital migration will come many new channels. Minister Muthambi was speaking about the rolling out of government's broadcasting digital migration programme during a New Age business briefing in Johannesburg on Monday. The Minister said young people; women and people with disabilities should be at the forefront of producing local content for the public broadcaster. “I see more opportunities coming with the DTT, that's the reality. We need more local content, so we are saying to young people, women and people with disabilities grab this opportunity to liberate yourselves from economic hardships,” she said. Minister Muthambi said while huge strides have been made in the digital migration programme, the project will only be a success if all stakeholders work together with government to deliver the project.“We need everybody to be part of this massive programme, the success of this project is to work together to avoid any unnecessary delays to migrate from analogue to digital broadcasting system,” she said. She added that imbizos were being held to explain to people the reasons for the migration and in due course the department will be embarking on a consumer awareness campaign throughout the country. Asked about the state of readiness of South Africa to migrate to digital broadcasting, Minister Muthambi said: “We mean business. We are hard at work and so much has been achieved, so we can tell

the nation that digital migration is upon them and we are going to deliver it, yes we are ready.” COO of the SABC Hlaudi Motsoeneng said the public broadcaster had put aside more than R600 million for provincial content, up from R100 million. “We've improved tremendously. The SABC is testing all the channels and we are proud to announce that we are ready to migrate,” he said. Head of Digital Migration at the department, Solly Mokoetle said missing the International Telecommunications Union (ITU) deadline to migrate should not be considered as a major problem for now. He added that the exchange of content in the SADC region would be a critical issue in terms of sharing of stories to foster unity amongst people. Chief Whip of the ANC for the Portfolio Committee on Postal and Telecommunications, Dikeledi Tsotetsi, said the committee was happy with the manner in which Minister Muthambi is driving the implementation of the digital migration project. "As a committee, we confident that they will deliver this project," she said. - SAnews.gov.za

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4 Fears You Must Overcome When Starting a New Business

For every business owner who has met the demands of a payroll, many more don’t make it past doing a first draft of a business plan. What’s the main difference between those who drive profits and the ones who fumble and walk quietly back home? Fear. It doesn’t matter how many times entrepreneurs read their affirmations, the fears arise, challenging them every step of the way.1. Not knowing where to startMost entrepreneurs don’t know where to start when first setting their ideas in motion. Start out by finding someone who achieved the goal you’ve set for yourself. Read about the person, the structure of her business and reach out to see if she can offer advice or information. Even if businessperson doesn’t have the time or an interest in speaking with you, you’ll know that she has achieved success so it’s possible for you. Just take a step forward and do what makes sense. The path will unfold as you continue to walk.2. Not being an expertYou probably know enough about your product or service to answer the lion’s share of questions and solve most issues that may arise. So don’t worry if you don’t feel like a complete expert in the field yet. For the things you don’t yet know, you can find answers. There is no shame in continuing to learn. In fact, this is a requirement for continued growth. You will never be finished learning: Wear the “expert” label anyway and commit yourself to

excellence.3. Being considered crazySome people will think that you’re crazy to start a new business and they will be correct. The safe and rational thing to do would be to never take a risk and work for someone else for the rest of your life. Did you gag as you read that sentence? That’s because you’re an entrepreneur and risk taking is in your blood: You can’t live without it. You are a bit crazy to step out on a limb, believe in your talents and convince others to believe in them, too. Accept your craziness and then appreciate that it’s the crazy ones who end up making a difference in the world, as Apple playfully suggested in this advertisement.4. Not finding fundingBeing a business owner would be a breeze if every person with an idea could waltz into a bank and receive a loan or attract an angel investor. Since this is not a dream world, entrepreneurs without investors must jump-start their businesses anyway. Even if you don’t have the necessary capital at first, you’ll soon learn that a slow and steady process of building the business may be the best thing after all. Lola Cimmino, the creator of Chick Sticks, a high-end surf board manufacturer in Oceanside, Calif., sold her first custom surfboard, took the profit and invested it back into her business, never relying on borrowing or investors. “I make better decisions by being forced to take my time with things,” Cimmino told me by email. “It’s really been a blessing in disguise.”

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Talking to someone important is intimidating for most people. Whether it’s your boss, a celebrity or legend in your industry, we tend to feel self-conscious and act strangely. You’re bound to encounter someone noteworthy at a networking event. Having a conversation with a VIP could be a defining moment in your career – and life. That’s why we've compiled these 4 tips will help you get through (and excel) at what could be one of the most memorable moments of your life.

1. Think about what you want to convey.Don’t rush into a conversation with an important person. You’ll realise too late that you have nothing to say. Make sure you don’t sound ditzy, dumb, and uninformed by doing the proper pre-planning. You need to know what you want to get out of the conversation: Are you looking for an investor, a job or just a wider network? Having direction and a destination means it’ll be easier for you to reach your goal. In the event that the conversation derails, you’ll find your memorised key points immediately.

2. Talk to yourself first.It sounds silly but practising your approach will mean you’re better prepared. It’s important to hear what you sound and see what you look like. Become comfortable with your words, body language and gestures. The more you physically re-enact the conversation beforehand, the easier you’ll remember your key points and their details. Also, don’t forget to smile. A great practice tip is to bring up topics of conversation that may interest your VIP, with your friends beforehand. The various opinions and back and forth conversation

How to network with important peoplewill help organise your thoughts and responses. You’ll then feel more comfortable and confident in your presentation on the day of the networking event.

3. Treat them like they’re human.Because they are.No matter how established, intelligent, or distinguished, all people are still only people. They have feelings and get self-conscious sometimes too. Gushing and gawking over them will leave you with less time to impress them with your conversation. If you want to be remembered and successfully achieve your objectives, keep it professional. Even though you think so, they don’t see themselves as exceptional or any more special than their peers.

4. Thank them sincerely.There’s usually a moment between the answer of your last question and the moment when you’re ready to leave; that moment when neither person knows what to say anymore. A great way to avoid the ‘awkward silent moment’ is by showing gratitude. Thank them for their time and their advice. End with an anecdote such as, ‘Great, that’s just what I needed.’ Follow this by asking for a business card. Before you leave, also tell them you’ll follow them on social media so that when you actually do, it’s not too weird. In fact, many of us think that it’d be weird (and annoying) if we contact the important person afterwards - but don’t let that stop you! Most important South Africans will feel flattered because they really do think they’re normal unexceptional people. –Career24.com

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Movie: Lost RiverCast: Ben Mendelsohn, Christina Hendricks, Eva Mendes, Iain De Caestecker, Matt Smith, Saoirse RonanDirector: Ryan Gosling

Lost River is not a friendly film. The audience's mind is constantly harassed to figure out from the insipid clues as to the backstory of this dreary town, populated by the saddest people you can imagine, and wonder at the point of it all. Ryan Gosling, Hollywood dreamboat who himself has starred in some pretty dark films, wrote and directed this fantastical nihilistic absurdity, creating a directorial style that he hopes will make him stand out. Although the film was pretty unique in that, but whether or not the audience wants it is something else entirely. Lost River is a town scarred by some mysterious economic collapse and the only people who remain are those with nowhere else to go and those holding on tightly to their past lives. Bones (Iain De Caestecker) is a teenager with dreams of leaving the desolate place, while his mother Billy (Christine Hendricks) takes on a dangerous new job in order to keep the bank from foreclosing on her house. The affections of the girl next door (Saoirse Ronan) and a psychotic gangster out for revenge (Sam Smith) lead Bones to an underwater town with a spell upon it. Reading that short synopsis Lost River sounds like some fevered dream where you aren't sure if it's a nightmare. That dreamlike state is present throughout and although it might sound good to the artistic inclined, the whole point of the film seems lost in a cloud of delusions and macabre theatre, although the demented violent club that spawned from the desolation was probably the best part of the film. It turns humankind's bloody desires into a show, pretending that the violence isn't real, although the violence on Billy's psyche is very much real. Eva Mendes, supporting her partner in his filmmaking endeavours, was the best in the whole film, and seeing as her character didn't actually have any depth shows how uninspiring the other characters are. The audience struggled to connect with the characters on any real level, except perhaps for a short emotional moment when Ronan's character's pet rat gets decapitated (this rat will make you cry), but other than that you find it hard to care for these people who only really should leave the town and find a new start somewhere else. The fantastical idea of a spell keeping them there just seemed too arbitrary to make any real sense to the plot points of the film. Perhaps a good practice run for Gosling, Lost River definitely won't be remembered in his directorial run which I am sure we will see more of. Although this film was way too ambitious for a first time director and writer, one can pick out some seeds that will hopefully germinate for Gosling into an interesting future as a filmmaker.

ENTERTAINMENTArtist: Vusi NovaAlbum: Did It For LoveGenre: Afro-Soul Year Of Release: 2014

Port Elizabeth born Vusi Nova released his first single “ I'D RATHER GO BLIND” in 2013 to much praise from music critics. The song is an emotionally charged composition originally recorded by the legendary songstress Etta James in 1968; the young crooner joins a kaleidoscope of award winning international music stars who have covered this classic song. “Its an interesting time in the industry, where male singers are challenged to display their vocal craft and not just rely on physical looks… the listener has raised their expectations, they now demand their moneys worth. With this upcoming album, I worked hard and rose up these expectations, while also staying firmly true to myself,” explained the singer. Since his debut release, “ I would rather go blind”, has been certified a top ten hit single, through major top 30 charts across both commercial and community radio stations nationally. He returns in 2014 with a brand new album entitled” Did it for Love” featuring the HITS “ Only” and “Waterfall”. The CD release will have an extensive marketing and media campaign across all Print, Digital, Social Media , Radio and TV.

Artist: The MuffinzAlbum: Do What You LoveGenre: World Year Of Release: 2015

Three years after their debut album, The Muffinz are back with an album they've described as evidence of their musical, spiritual and even physical growth. The album opens with the title track that is catchy and upbeat. The near six minutes of play gives the track a jam session feeling while the mantra 'Do What You Love' is sung over jazzy guitar and cadenced drumming. This moves into a slower, reggae-influenced track, '#Standing! Trippin' But No Falling' where the gentle tempo and use of echoes create a melancholy tone.The album progresses onto two songs with guest performances – Josh Meck provides a bass solo on 'Rhythm Of The World #Afrika', a mellow track dedicated to the continent that is described as the mother and rhythm of the world, while 'God's Tears' is an instrumental track permeated with poignant poetry by Lebo Mashile. The two tracks leading up to and the two tracks following the album's midway interlude keep with the downtempo pace and are for the fans of the band's eclectic yet African sound. Each song is mellow which makes for easy listening.

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Title: ELon Musk: How The Billionare CEO OF SpaceX & Tesla is shaping our future Author: Ashlee VancePublisher: Ebury Publishing

Ashlee Vance's thoroughly researched, thoughtful Elon Musk: Tesla, SpaceX, and theQuest for a Fantastic Future hascome along to provide the next serving of techno-utopian fantasia. Musk, coming off an occasionally brutal South Africanchildhood and an abortive stay at a doctoral programme at Stanford, was a traditional dot-com baby millionaire, rich from having been forcibly cashed out of his first two companies,PayPal and Zip2. Where most Silicon Valley nouveau riches would be content to bask in the reflected glow of their money, Musk chose to invest his in a series of new, quixotic concerns: US$100 million (Dh367m) in SpaceX, a company working to overhaul Russian dominance of the commercial-rocketry market while planning for a future attempt to colonise Mars, and $70m in electric-car maker Tesla. Musk boldly chose to invest the overwhelming majority of his resources into his companies, and Vance's book is a compelling tick-tock of the ups and downs of SpaceX and Tesla over the last decade, both of which approached insolvency on numerous occasions.

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UNDER 21 CHAMPIONSHIPS THRILLED

Soshanguve was the place to be when The South African Football Association (SAFA) together with South African Breweries (SAB) once again partnered in developing football at grassroots level in Soshanguve. Football development was galore at this year's edition of the SAFA/SAB under 21 League National Championships which were staged at Soshanguve's Giant stadium from June 29 to 04 July. The SAB League is the country's largest grassroots league and its main purpose is to develop young footballers and the tournament gives them a chance to shine before well-known football scouts and 'hopes' of being selected are at their peak. The league consists of nine provinces of South Africa and a team from University Sports South Africa (USSA) and this year, the tournament marked 15-years of its existence and it continues to grow each year with great exhibition of local talent. SAFA CEO Dennis Mumble said there were many selectors who had come to select the best of the talent that was portrayed throughout the tournament and it showcased the talent this country has. “Overall, the standard of football was superb,” he said. During this year's edition of the SAB u21 League Championships, the SAB scouts and football legends included Helman Mkhalele and Jan Malombo Lechaba who came to observe players. “It was a successful tournament and thanks to SAB by supporting this initiative in terms of football development and unearthing hidden talent,” said Mkhalele who is a scout for Castle Lager Football Academy. The teams that contested in the final were group A winners Mpumalanga and runners-up Free State province. It was an exciting and electrifying game of football which had soccer-loving fans of Soshanguve singing and dancing throughout the match.

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Mpumalanga was the first to score through Siphenathi Laqwela's 9th minute strike which was the only goal of the first half. The defending champions came back into the second-half guns blazing and finally their efforts were rewarded in the 78th minute when Tello Senyane netted the equaliser. The game went straight to penalty shoot-outs after 90 minutes of play and Free State successfully defended their championship following a 3-1 win on penalties making it two-out-two over Mpumalanga after beating them 2-1 in group stages. Free State coach Ishmael Mokitlane was jubilant following his sides' victory and applauded his players for showing commitment and dedication throughout the tournament. After scoring nine goals in six games Siphamandla Dhlamini of Mpumalanga took home both top goal scorer and player of the tournament accolades for his brilliant showing in the Championships. He did not start the tournament the way he would have liked to but said his coach encouraged him to play his normal game and after the opening game, he never looked back. “I also hope that my performance in the tournament was recognised by selectors”, said the 20-year old. His coach Litheko Marago thought his side played decent football and stood a good chance against Free State. “It wasn't to be because when it comes to penalties, it's anybody's take,” said Marago. Soshanguve was privileged to host this wonderful tournament which ran smoothly and the spectators did not disappoint and one in particular was a resident of Soshanguve block LL Tumiso Moeti who said more football matches should be brought to the stadium as they bring joy and happiness amongst young people.