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(via Gugulethu Mfuphi | Conference Emcee | Event Host)

Gugulethu Mfuphi is an award-winning broadcaster and a well-versed orator with experience behind the microphone and addressing an audience.

Her skill, together with her sound grasp of financial markets, economic data, current affairs issues and the impact that these have on the business community,

Gugulethu makes her the perfect candidate to speak to industry analysts, political leaders and C-suite executives across the globe.

Her experience forms the basis of her tasks and responsibilities as a presenter on Kaya FM’s prime time, award-winning business show, Kaya Bizz and as a Senior Anchor on CNBC Africa.

Gugulethu Mfuphi She serves as a conference chair, panel discussion moderator and programme director at various industry gatherings which impact the investment and business community.

Gugulethu has gained a wealth of experience in South Africa’s media industry. With experience in print, television, radio and online media,

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PEARL MODIADIE TO HOST AFRICA’S SIGNATURE LIFESTYLE EVENT‘JOBURG POLO IN THE PARK’

Renowned luxury events and marketing company African Deluxe Company today announced that award winning media personality Pearl Modiadie will be the official host for the annual Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park taking place at  the Inanda Country Base in Kyalami next weekend.Attended by SA’s elite including top business execs, celebrities, media and Polo enthusiasts – back for the third…

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A premier lifestyle event carves a corner of Italy into the heart of Joburg

A premier lifestyle event carves a corner of Italy into the heart of Joburg

Communications and reputation management firm The Allure Group (TAG) successfully hosted a second instalment of an alternative lifestyle experience dubbed THE SLOW LIFE on 23 April outside Johannesburg. This event offered the 200-plus guests who attended an international gastronomic experience in an ambient setting, surrounded by friends and family. The event was aptly themed, Afternoon in…

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Dear Mr Ramaphosa, the Health Department and SANDF I write to you as a child who's root are buried deep in the Limpopo soul. Mr president i am not happy with the decision taken to repatriate(or whichever suitable wording) South Africans in Wuhan, China straight to Limpopo. What have our province done to you, on which bases have you and your departments decided that Limpopo is the right choice to host over 151 people who comes from a Corona infested town Sir? How did our province qualify to be the one to host 151 people who have been exposed to Corona for over a month already? Given the fact that we lack resources already, and Limpopo lacks adequate health services that is of standard needs. We have long accepted the fate of our province being overlooked and not recognized when good things are happening in your Country Sir. Yes we know we are secluded to many "good things", they only go to upmarket towns. We are excluded to international acts that comes to perform in South Africa(Joburg, Durban and Cape Town are the preferred). Even National events never make it to Limpopo Sir, we were even denied a world cup trophy tour.. Because Limpopo is below par in this country. So now that there is a virus with the potential to close down our town, suddenly you and your department see Limpopo as a fit host? Now that there is a virus that is a threat to adults and those who are already terminally ill you sent those exposed to it, to one of the poorest province in your country? Excuse me for my ignorance, i know you said you got a system in place and we should not be panicking but i fail to believe you Mr president. You and your departments had this "system" in place but 10 people were able to pass those systems at ORTA and spread the CoVid-19. My worry is for the elderly and the already vulnerable persons in Polokwane who without their consent are to be exposed to Covid-19. Mr president the poor people of my province can't afford simple flu medication and our clinics have nothing to offer than a Panado and that add water medication. The people of my province don't have a luxury of a walking distance to the clinic, it is a one clinic for 5/6 villages kinda situation. https://www.instagram.com/p/B9qzVEHl7Cl/?igshid=z4pj2kh2nrdx

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This week, Friday it’s time to #BBBRAP! Business, Bikes, Breakfast Radical Accountability Program hosting their 1st Business Event this Friday in Joburg! Business owners getting into some awesome business coaching and networking and bikes and breakfast and coffee! #business #entrepreneurship #businesscoaching #coffee #breakfast @thegrindza @businessbikesbreakfast @spillly (at The Grind Coffee Company) https://www.instagram.com/p/B875RF3JvP8/?igshid=1g7xfkjn0dm6m

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The first-ever Standard Bank Polo in The Park was just perfect

The first-ever Standard Bank Polo in The Park was just perfect

  The first ever Standard Bank Polo in The Park took place this past weekend at Joburg’s renowned lifestyle resort, Steyn City. The event was attended by the who’s who of South Africa and was hosted by acclaimed actress, style icon and influencer, Amanda du-Pont. Standard Bank partnered with luxury events and marketing company The African Deluxe Company to host the polo. One of the African Deluxe…

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Sun City Vacation Club — Nightlife Options for the Adults

As part of the overall experience of staying at Sun City vacation club, the resort kicks into another gear when the sun sets. Once you’ve finally gotten the kids to sleep after an adventure-filled day, there are a host of nightlife options at Sun City to look forward to. Come prepared to party into the early hours of the morning with a selection of nighttime activities. Some of these were explored in our most recent Travel Tip blog. Whether you’re intent on hitting the casino, or prefer a romantic meal and drinks at one of the resort bars, there’s no shortage of nocturnal options

Get in on the action at Sun City Hotel and Casino

As a guest staying at the Sun City vacation club, you get to truly reap the benefits of resort living when the day visitors return home. The Sun city hotel and casino is where you can get right into the night action. Situated in the heart of Sun city, only a short shuttle bus trip from your vacation club accommodation, the recently refurbished casino offers state-of-the-art slots and gaming experiences across its entertainment floor. The casino is also complemented by a selection of restaurants and bars, many offering great promotions. With the addition of live music in some of the casino bars, this is the perfect antidote to the incessant ringing of slot machines. Keep updated on upcoming events and promotions here.

Nightclub Options close to Sun City Vacation Club

If you want to skip the quiet drinks and are looking for the coolest spot to party hard at Sun City, make Vibes sports bar your late night port of call. Situated in the Soho hotel entertainment area, this is where the movers and shakers gather. Make some new friends over a game of pool and enjoy live bands while indulging in karaoke on selected nights. Once you’ve warmed up and are ready to dance the night away, proceed downstairs to Encore nightclub. A purpose built nightclub, of Ibiza standards, this is where you can dance the night away to the latest music by resident DJ’s.

Babysitting Services offered at the Sun City Vacation Club

If you’re on a family holiday at the resort, organizing an epic night out in Sun City will, of course, need to factor in reliable babysitting services for the sleeping kids. Rest assured — as a guest you can safely call on the professional services of the Kamp Kwena creche and Thula Baba baby services. You will then have peace of mind as you enjoy some nighttime activities away from Sun city vacation club. Enquire either online or at the vacation club reception, to find out more and book your babysitter for the night.

Sun, Sand and Fun Times ahead on your Self Catering Vacation.

Still deciding on the perfect family vacation, some two or three hours away from Joburg or Pretoria? Sun City vacation club offers a choice of 2-bed or 3-bed luxury, self-catering units, sleeping up to 8 people. Be prepared to book well in advance during the busy summer and school holiday periods. View our current Available Properties and request a quote today through RnR.

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Empowerment is one of those terms – like mindfulness, millennial and self-care – with nuances of meaning that become lost through overuse. In relation to travel, there are a myriad ways in which exploring new places can empower. Just Google it: fly abroad in search of fulfilment and return home with a new skill; grow in strength and independence by embarking on a solo journey; empower others by travelling to support those less fortunate than you.

Yagazie Emezi for Tastemakers – courtesy of Tastemakers Africa

“The importance of domestic travel – of exploring your own country – should not be overlooked. From supporting local economies to understanding your heritage, empowerment is intertwined with a strong sense of where you’re from”

Much of the narrative around empowerment and travel focuses on engaging with the unfamiliar, on proving oneself capable in a region that’s far from home. But the importance of domestic travel – of exploring your own country – should not be overlooked. From supporting local economies to understanding your heritage, empowerment is intertwined with a strong sense of where you’re from.

The notion is especially pertinent in relation to travel across the African continent. According to a report conducted by Euromonitor, Africans have historically viewed travel as a non-essential luxury reserved for a wealthy few (who often opt for destinations like London, Paris and Dubai). As a result, there is no widespread culture of saving for holidays, and travel is traditionally reserved for occasions like weddings and funerals. As such, the African travel industry is largely defined by persuading outsiders to come in, rather than encouraging Africans to explore their own surroundings.

Photo is courtesy of Tastemakers Africa

Things are steadily changing, as young generations and growing middle classes are increasingly travelling within their own countries and continent. Governments and corporations are beginning to take note, but there is still much work to be done.

One of the reasons for the increase in domestic travel across Africa (up eight per cent in 2017) is the cultural clout that the continent holds on the international stage. Last year alone, the Nigerian rapper Wizkid collaborated with Drake; the Zeitz MOCAA museum opened up to exhibit contemporary African art in Cape Town; and South African photographer Trevor Sturman shot New York Fashion Week. These events all helped to expand the global narrative of what the continent has to offer beyond the one-dimensional safari trail. In turn, this shift is seeing Africans take greater pride in where they’re from.

Photo is courtesy of Tastemakers Africa

Cherae Robinson, founder and CEO of experience-led travel platform Tastemakers Africa, says: “From a cultural inflection point Africa is on people’s minds, especially for trend-watchers and culture creators. I think that’s beginning to trickle down into a genuine curiosity about the places in which these creative forces are happening, and also a general perception of how Africans see themselves”.

This is a positive shift, but if domestic travel across the African continent is inspired by international acclaim, are we not still viewing Africa from within a western framework? It’s all very well to credit breakthrough individuals for pushing perceptions forward, but sustainable change needs to happen from the top down.

On a large scale, there’s a need for governments to commit to reducing taxes and costly visa programmes, as much of domestic and regional travel is still prohibited by high airfares (it can cost about £650 to travel from Accra to Dakar; you could spend the same amount or less going to Paris). Robinson says: “I would like to see airlines work together on policies that reduce taxes on landing in African airspaces – a lot of policies were formed during colonialism, when African travel routes were designed to take people and goods out (not to move people around).”

There are also issues with marketing travel to African residents. Traditionally the travel industry has targeted foreign travellers, putting little investment into intra-

Photo is courtesy of Tastemakers Africa

continental campaigns. One Ghanaian traveller tells me: “The moment you hear “Paris” it evokes a feeling of what the experience will be like – love, architecture, great food and so on. Meanwhile, Dakar is beautiful, chock-full of history, art and traditions; yet unless you’re from Dakar or an avid traveller and explorer you don’t know this.”

The Kenyan government is leading the change here, with President Uhuru Kenyatta stating that the country should not rely on foreign markets to boost the tourism sector, and that domestic travel is more sustainable. In 2016, the government allowed corporations to pay holiday expenses for their staff who chose to spend their annual leave holidaying in Kenya, which could then be deducted from taxes. It was estimated that this measure would result in over 300,000 additional Kenyan guests in Kenyan hotels nationwide.

Similarly, Namibia Wildlife Resorts promote the NamLeisure card, which offers Namibian nationals a 50 per cent discount on accommodation and tours within Namibia. Meanwhile, in South Africa the tourism board launched a national campaign called in 2016, which encouraged nationals to get out and enjoy their own land.

Photo by Wilderness Safaris

Steps are being taken to engage domestic and regional travellers by corporations, too. Radisson Blu is tapping into the widening market for staycations in places like Lagos and Joburg, where there’s a sizeable middle class, hosting events that engage with local artists and musicians. Meanwhile, Wilderness Safaris promote African Residents rates, as well as a Members Club where they offer last-minute empty rooms for more affordable prices. Chief Sales Officer Dave Bennett says: “There is a perception that African-based safari companies tend to chase international business at the expense of locals who cannot then afford to appreciate the wildlife hotspots of the African continent. We have found that the broader based participation of the local stakeholders plays an important role in our conservation and sustainability goals.”

As much as governments and corporations support domestic and regional travel across the African continent, it is at grassroots level that the shift has taken root in creative ways. Cherae Robinson recently pivoted the model for Tastemakers Africa towards an on-demand experience platform, which connects travellers with creative locals: you can go shopping with a Ghanaian designer in Accra; sift through a market in Joburg with a local artist; go clubbing with a musician in Lagos. Cherae predicts that 30 per cent of her custom will be driven by domestic and regional travellers and has made use of Instagram to spread the word. She says: “Social media has had a big role to play in inspiring a genuine appreciation of home beyond what the west says about it”. Tags like championed by author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, are helping to drive the movement forward.

One of the creatives associated with Robinson’s platform is a Ghanaian actress called

Maame Adjei from Girl Going Places – by Jonelle Boafo

Maame Adjei. She has her own travel show called Girl Going Places (as well as her own tag which aims to encourage Africans to travel their own countries. Maame is adamant that knowing where you’re from is fundamental to progress: “Five years ago I knew nothing about my country besides the capital of Accra, and even that view was very narrow. After exploring Ghana from top to bottom, I found that knowing your own space is so intrinsically tied to your self-esteem. It might sound ridiculous, but it’s so important to know the good, bad and ugly traits of the things you love. Once you do you get a renewed confidence and trust in them.””

“No one can tell me anything about my country that I don’t already know. There’s power in that”

– Maame Adjei, Girl Going Places

Historically, the African travel industry has been focused on persuading outsiders to come in. But it is through encouraging and implementing domestic and regional travel for African residents that the industry can support real empowerment – that is, a more nuanced portrait of the continent for international visitors, and a deeper understanding of heritage for residents. “No one can tell me anything about my country that I don’t already know, says Maame Adjei. “There’s power in that.”

[This article was published in Beyond: Empowered, We Are Africa’s print magazine, in May 2018.]

KATE HAMILTON The former Editor-in-Chief of SUITCASE Magazine, Kate is a freelance journalist who has written for titles including The Guardian, Wallpaper*, Stylist, ES Mag and Refinery29. She is based in London and always travels with books and an excessive amount of stationery.

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Unathi Nkayi to host the second annual Basadi in Music Awards

The organisers of Basadi in Music Awards have announced musician, media personality and author Unathi Nkayi as the host of this year’s Basadi in Music Awards. The award ceremony is scheduled to take place today, 12 August 2023 at 6pm at the Joburg Theatre. It was initially announced that the event would be hosted by actress and musician Khanyi Mbau who, due to unforeseen circumstances, would no…

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​FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE East meets Africa in a thrilling fashion and cultural fusion at African Fashion International (AFI) Joburg Fashion Week 2018. This themed event runs from 4 to 6 October 2018 at Melrose Arch, before closing with two spectacular final shows at iconic Johannesburg landmarks on 7 October. AFI Joburg Fashion Week 2018 will showcase the best of African fashion with a sprinkle of Asian flavour. Slated to show alongside fashion design stars from across our continent, including Nigeria’s Deola Sagoe and Clan, are ranges from renowned South African designers such as David Tlale, Laduma and Gavin Rajah who will create a glorious fashion melting-pot with Asian designers from Japan, Cambodia and China.   To enhance designers’ exposure on international fashion platforms and industries, AFI has forged a partnership with Tokyo Fashion Week. Through this, a designer showing at AFI Joburg Fashion Week 2018 will receive an opportunity and potentially career-changing prize. One selected designer will be assisted to show at the next Tokyo Fashion Week in Japan. “We believe this is the best way to give our local talent opportunities to spread their wings, and showcase internationally the incredible skills and exciting creativity that drives African fashion,” says Dr Moloi-Motsepe. South Africa was recently named Africa’s most innovative country and Japan takes the lead in Asia, particularly in technology terms, Dr Moloi-Motsepe notes. Africa and Asia are both celebrated for promoting local authenticity while achieving covetable global style. This could lead to inspiring fashion and business partnerships. “AFI Joburg Fashion Week 2018 is a platform for our best and most adventurous designers to showcase their work. It is also an opportunity to collaborate, and to exchange ideas and knowledge with their peers, intersecting Africa with Asia,” Dr Moloi-Motsepe adds. “We are particularly excited at the prospect of different takes on street style, for example. This is one of the hottest fashion trends globally and African fashionistas love to bring their own flair into how they wear their brands and celebrate Africa’s design heritage, especially its fabrics. We are sure this will offer an inspiring new ingredient that will bring a fresh edge to African fashion, and can prompt a thrilling Afro-Asian fashion fusion.” During AFI Joburg Fashion Week some of the top designers in our line-up will be leading the industry-oriented AFI Masterclass, aimed at capacity building, skills and knowledge transfer as well as enabling the development of commercially sustainable African luxury fashion. Fashion Week attendees will have an opportunity to shop the ramp at the Designer Boutique and be the first to own the latest designer collections. “For more than a decade AFI has facilitated exposure for African design talents on world-class platforms, assisting them to attract and conquer local markets and receive international exposure by focusing on the business of fashion,” says founder and CEO Dr Precious Moloi-Motsepe. To catch all the developments and the build up towards Joburg Fashion Week, follow our social media platforms and our website https://africanfashioninternational.com   ABOUT AFRICAN FASHION INTERNATIONAL (AFI)  In just over a decade, AFRICAN FASHION INTERNATIONAL (AFI) has built a thriving fashion marketing, retail and development platform that celebrates the creativity and craftsmanship of our continent, shining a light on African luxury fashion aesthetics, in all their originality, heritage and style. AFI owns, produces and plays host to Africa’s premier luxury fashion week in Joburg and Cape Town which are AFI Joburg Fashion Week and AFI Cape Town Fashion Week. Within its development strategy, AFI's Fastrack™ initiative identifies and invests in the best of the continent's young designers, by providing them with direct access to: mentorships, media exposure and business acumen, through yearlong programmes that prepare them for navigating the fashion landscape. The programme, to date, has assisted in developing the careers of 75 new talents. AFI Privé is AFI’s contemporary fashion and clothing brand rooted in Africa.  It is affordable luxury that focuses on fit, finish and quality.  ​ For all media enquiries and more information about AFI Joburg Fashion Week please contact;  Roshnee Pillay Marketing Manager roshnee@afi.za.com  Mobile: 082 654 1531 Telephone: +27 011 324 1500   Thulile Gama Copywriter/PR thulile@afi.za.com Mobile: 073 931 4842 Telephone: +27 011 324 1500   Facebook:  @africanfashioninternational Instagram: @afi_sa Twitter:      @AFI_sa

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MIND RUSH SUPPLIES LIFE OF TEMPO WITH A NEW SERVICE... (New system explained.)

MindRushSupply has proven it's ever-growing, groundbreaking and pop-cultural based talents over the past three years with endless collaborations which have brought you multiple projects and internationally recognized features which have each done more than well in their respective fields.

The understanding with Temohelo Mohale is no different as the company and the star-boy are both on the same wave length with regards to the main aspect which bounds them together in the first place, creativity.

"We're synonymous!" says Temohelo...

"When MindRushSupply was created, the idea was to capture THE ART OF LIFE... Nothing more, nothing less, and with limited platforms, we just had to create a platform that would be regulated, monitored and pushed by us" he also added.

The deal sees MindRushSupply managing Tempo Rippuh's daily, weekly and monthly schedule, online presence and other aspects of his talents, while upgrading the already existing content.

WHAT THE NEW SYSTEM OFFERS:

1) New Theme - MindRushSupply has incorporated a new colour theme across all plaforms making each one more colourful and attractive to view than the old ones.

2) Bye Bye Old Blogs - Having technically upgraded to bigger outlets and procedures of doing things, MRS felt the need to not stick to old boring blogs and sites as the use of them would be rendered useless with instant social media platforms cutting out the need to really start off at the host, to only navigate through a shortcut. So fewer blogs are ideal moving with the new techno era.

3) Instant response - all social media accounts have now been synced with one email account so through filters, we've found a way to better manage our interactions. So within 24 hours or less, regardless of the platform, you're guaranteed a reply!

4) Tumblr news feed weekly - So much happens in the SOUTH on a daily that it becomes hard to keep up with Tempo Rippuh and the Tennessy Gang so the incorporation of weekly feeds has been implemented to keep you posted with the latest content, deals and opportunities for enthusiasts.

5) WE'RE ALL ABOUT TEMPO! - Having worked with multiple brands in the past, MindRushSupply has shifted its focus to giving you nothing but the best of TEMPO. The boy went to school and is overly qualified to be slept on so we have shifted our focus to pushing Tempo as we feel that there's multiple ventures and opportunities to be explored and accomplished with Tempo.

6) Better partnerships - Of course, in the past events, MindRushSupply has suffered multpile setbacks from partnerships that have just ended in pure disappointment and time sadly wasted in the fast few deals but our current partners and sponsors are great. (Although, we're still going to get and sign more deals)

7) New online servers schedule - Now servers are maintained weekly... All plaforms and social networks are evaluated and carefully inspected on a weekly, securing that we keep the hackers out and new followers in.

And lastly...

8) External editors - We now offer quality spreads and reviews with external, qualified journalists in order to give you the best feeds.

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The artwork and creativity of MindRushSupply is seen through pre-existing content such as "The Blaq Breakfast Show" which was a ANC JOBURG REGION breakfast show which featured our talisman and the dynamic duo fashionistas, Rea and Ncumisa, also known as Samaki lifestyle. The show featured multiple talents such as Eric Jansen, Fashion model, Lucreashea and other talented acts. The show came to a hault when Blaq Prestige pivoted into multimedia and successfully signed a new team, which also included Temohelo and his respective talents.

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Prime Fest - the social event of the season!

Prime Fest – the social event of the season!

There’s nothing that South Africans enjoy more than a day out in the sun and fresh air with great company, music, food and drinks.

Prime Circle

And what better way to celebrate the turn of seasons than with Joburg’s hottest annual music and lifestyle festival on 5 October at Casalinga in Muldersdrift. Returning for its second year, Prime Fest – hosted by Hot 91.9, Prime Circle and Real Concerts –…

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5 Unique Things to Do in Cape Town

There’s no shortage of things to do in and around Cape Town but if new and novel experiences are what you looking for, then our list will come in very handy.

  Novel Things to Do in Cape Town

1) Go to First Thursdays

Every first Thursday of the month, Cape Town city center is transformed from a cultural hub to an even more buzzing cultural hub. You’ll have the opportunity to view the best art from both up-and-coming and established artists alike, as galleries along Bree and Loop Street showcase their wares from 17:00 to 21:00.

Bars and restaurants are packed to the brim at this time of the month so if you are planning to have a bite to eat or drink, be sure to get there early or book a table.

  2) Take a Helicopter Ride

Traverse the city from above on a scenic helicopter flight. Cape Town has some of the best scenery in the world, with the mountains on one side and the ocean on the other – no wonder it was voted the best city in the world by the Telegraph. And I can’t think of a more novel way to see this beautiful city than from above.

  3) Attend a SecretEATS Event

As South Africa’s leading underground dining movement, SecretEATS has been providing South Africans, from the bright lights of Joburg to the shores of Cape Town, with the best in underground dining since 2013.

Simply head over to their website and sign up to become a guest, host or chef and prepare to mingle at a secret location in Cape Town, while indulging your palate.

  4) See a Movie – Old-School Style

The Labia Theater is the oldest independent art-repertory cinema in South Africa. It was originally an Italian Embassy ballroom, opened by Princess Labia in 1949. It wasn’t until the 1970’s that the first projected film screenings took place. It’s an alternative to your ordinary cinema experience with its old-world charm. And you can drink beer in the cinema.

  5) Explore the City–Underground

Beneath Cape Town lies a network of underground tunnels, built between 1652 and 1895 to guide mountain water to the ocean. These underwater canals or ‘grachts’ are where streets like Buitengracht, Heerengracht and Keizersgracht get their names.

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Ed Sheeran show: Football globe mug safety and security prepare for FNB arena

Ed Sheeran concertgoers can rest assured that there will be tight security at the event at FNB stadium in Nasrec on Saturday – similar to the security arranged for the 2010 Soccer World Cup.

At least 1 156 security officers are expected within the stadium perimeter and a further 100 outside, according to the event’s safety officer, Mike Lord of Alliance Safety Management.

“We are reinventing the world cup security plan and remain confident that it will work,” Lord said.

READ: Police arrest 7 people for Global Citizen Festival muggings and attacks

Safety and security at the stadium came under the spotlight in December 2018, during the Global Citizen’s concert. Several muggings and attacks were reported after that event.

The following day, scores of concertgoers took to social media to express their dissatisfaction at the lack of security.

Some said gangs of juveniles attacked and stabbed them before robbing them of their cellphones and handbags.

“A lot of lessons were learnt during the Global Citizen[‘s concert] and we have now agreed with the Johannesburg Metro Police Department (JMPD) on a new plan and have already put it into practice during other events, such as the Soweto Derby,” said Bertie Grobberlaar, managing director of Stadium Management South Africa.

Grobberlaar urged concertgoers to make use of public transport.

“We will have a park and ride service provider and make use of the Metrobus and the Gautrain to try to reduce congestion,” Grobberlaar said.

E-hailing taxi services are also expected to work under the security plan.

Uber’s Alon Lits said drivers would be taking trips under an accepted operational plan to ensure passenger safety.

CEO of Big Concerts Justin Van Wyk, says there will also be designated parking spots available at the stadium but they can only be used by those who buy parking tickets.

“People should avoid parking where ‘illegal’ car guards would be directing them, as that may lead to vulnerability and allow theft,” said Van Wyk.

READ: Police arrest 7 people for Global Citizen Festival muggings and attacks

The JMPD says it will deploy no less than 120 officers to take care of traffic and to prevent crime.

“There will be a tactical response team deployed as well, carrying R1 riffles, as we will be ensuring concertgoers their safety,” JMPD spokesperson Wayne Minnaar said.

The SAPS is to deploy its Flying Squad and the K9 Unit to the area.

“We are still finalising how many officers will be deployed to the area,” Captain Laraine Van Emmerik said.

He added that more detectives would also be deployed.

Load shedding

The City of Joburg has expressed confidence in the security plan, but was concerned that load shedding could have an impact.

The City’s head of communications Nthatisi Modingoane said the municipality was “in talks with City Power to try ensure that the supply of power was continuous over the course of the weekend”.

Organisers expect the stadium to be filled to capacity for the concert. They have assured that they were ready to host the event at the continent’s biggest stadium.

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This Weekend on Freebetalerts: Tingle Creek Chase, UK Snooker Championship and more

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From Sandown to South Africa, it’s set to be another big weekend on Betfair and . has selected five top events for you to follow… “There are five 3pm kick-offs in the Premier League, before two enticing fixtures: Chelsea v Manchester City at 17:30 is the match of the weekend, with Maurizio Sarri testing himself against Pep Guardiola for the first time since taking over at Stamford Bridge.”

Yes, yours truly are the sponsors but we’d be excited about the Tingle Creek Chase whoever had their name on it. The field is select but its quality is indisputable, as Timeform explain in their race preview, but there’s no doubt about which is the horse to beat: the mighty Altior. You can read the thoughts of our tipsters and ambassadors, which include Paul Nicholls, on all the weekend’s action.The weekend’s Premier League programme gets underway at 12:30 with Liverpool travelling to Bournemouth. After that, there are five 3pm kick-offs, before two enticing fixtures: Chelsea v Manchester City at 17:30 is the match of the weekend, with Maurizio Sarri testing himself against Pep Guardiola for the first time since taking over at Stamford Bridge. It’s followed by Tottenham’s trip to Leicester at 19:45. There’s just the one Sunday fixture, at 16:00, as Newcastle host Wolves, although Watford do travel to Everton on Monday night to complete the round of fixtures. The UK Snooker Championship reaches its conclusion this weekend. At the time of writing, there are eight players left in the tournament ahead of Friday’s quarter-finals. Defending champion Ronnie O’Sullivan [1.84] is the favourite and at the those odds bettors are confident that he will win the tournament for the seventh time. But Ronnie remains a mercurial talent; if he’s on his game, then he’ll triumph, but if he’s not then we could easily seen an upset at the York Barbican. Fortunately, we’ve got Paul Krishnamurty providing tips every day of the Championship, which should arm you with all the information and insight you need to place your bets this weekend. The South African Open, which has merged with the Joburg Open, is already underway and 240 players are competing for the title at Randpark. If you want the background on the course, and tournament history, then read this guide. If you want to dive straight in to the leader-board and get involved in the betting then do first read The Punter’s in-play updates. Our man is following the action from first tee to final green, proving updates and betting angles. Also this weekend, there’s the PGA Tour Team event in Florida at the QBE Shootout. Two weeks ago, the second leg of the Copa Libertadores final was postponed due to appalling violence by River Plate fans. The match was nearly not rescheduled, with Boca Juniors keen to see River disqualified. Instead, it will now be played on Sunday night at the Bernabeu in Madrid – 6,000 miles from Buenos Aires where the two finalists are based. It’s a depressing state of affairs, but could we still see a thrilling final between these two Argentine giants on Sunday night. The tie is poised at 2-2, with Boca the 6/4 favourites to win this second leg on Sunday. What effect, the rescheduling and the journey to Spain will have on the players, however, remains to be seen.

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POWERHOUSE MEDIA PERSONALITY MINNIE DLAMINI TO HOST POLO IN THE PARK

POWERHOUSE MEDIA PERSONALITY MINNIE DLAMINI TO HOST POLO IN THE PARK

 Formidable luxury events and marketing company African Deluxe Company today confirmed media personality and businesswoman Minnie Dlamini as the official host for the 2nd Standard Bank Joburg Polo in the Park taking place at Gauteng’s premium residential lifestyle estate Steyn City next weekend. This year’s theme is SPLENDOUR which aims to showcase all things bright, colourful and grand. Being an…