Editor’s N o t e PACE YOURSELF…

I’m so excited and I just can’t

hide it *singing* - July was the

longest month and it was such a

drag, luckily you had Urban

Reality Magazine to keep you

company. Anywho spring is on

the horizon and I can’t wait to

shed the clothes and busk in the

sun, a new season brings new

prospects that little extra glint of

hope who doesn’t want that.

While you wait you can peruse

at your leisure and guaranteed

pleasure, the August/Woman’s

month issue is something else

absolutely loving the cover girl

Nandi Mngoma what a

beautiful, calm, talented and

cool lady - in a word – class. As

usual we’ve got everything

fashion, sports, reviews, and

some delicious looking recipes.

Okay okay enough about me

(always wanted to say that), its

so easy to sit in my corner office

(not) and play head honcho

but putting this issue together

was all my assistants editors

sweat and tears, a thank you to

Lindiwe Dhlamini, I really

appreciate your hard work and

I’m sure so will the readers. Still

on the subject of credit in last

months issue I butchered the

Aya Gqamane article much to

the dissatisfaction of the readers

and the writer so sorry I got

carried away please read the

original article at

www.jizzyjakes.blogspot.com. As

for this issue remember read at

leisure pace yourself because

next month’s male issue is bound

to knock the wind out you.

CONTENT

cONTENTS

MANDELA DAY EXPERIENCE WITH ONE MEDIA SA TEAM 9

REVIEWS 10

COVER FEATURE 13

ECONOMIC CRISIS 17

FASHION 20

UR JOBS 29

UR FOOD 31

ONE MEDIA SA GROUP NOMINATION 36

SPORTS 33

ENTREPRENEUR TIPS 101 25

GIRL POWER FROM BOARDROOM TO BEDRROM 18

MOTHER OF THE NATION 16

TOP HEROINES 7

CAREER GUIDANCE: TOP NOTCH STATISTICIAN 6

DREAM GIRLS INTERNATIONAL OUTREACH AND MENTORING PROGRAM 3

UR STARS 35

DREAM GIRLS INTERNATIONAL

OUTREACH AND MENTORING

PROGRAM

ream Girls is a sisterhood of young

female professionals, entrepreneurs

and leaders who mentor and guide

teen girls in communities to be successful in

their pursuit of higher education and life in

general. Their main focus is basically

encouraging the youth in attending

universities and colleges after completing

their Grade 12 and achieving their goals in

order for them to become responsible and

positive contributing members of society.

The basic significance of Dream Girls is to

increase the amount of high school

diplomas and tertiary qualifications

acquired by underrepresented school girls.

This wonderful women empowering

initiative has a number of objectives that

come with it and this includes instilling the

importance of education and acquiring a

tertiary qualification, facilitating activities

for high school female learners to get

firsthand knowledge and access to

information of higher education,

admissions, programs and funding,

motivating and promoting teen girls to

reach their highest potential, providing

mentorship for all teen girls and young

women on the program, providing

opportunities for personal and professional

growth and volunteer work in order to uplift

their surrounding communities as well as

building a network of female professionals,

entrepreneurs and leaders.

This particular programme was initially

piloted in Johannesburg with 10 mentors

and 30 mentees at United Church School

in Yeoville. The mentees were matched to

their mentors according to the area of

interest and eight different African

countries were represented in the first

group (South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland,

Zimbabwe, Malawi, Ghana, Tanzania, and

Democratic Republic of Congo).

The workshop program has so far included

life design, etiquette and grooming,

education, entrepreneurship and careers

whereby there are visits to two institutions

of higher learning, health and spiritual

wellness as well as a Dignity First Annual

Dream Girls Graduation Ball for 2013

whereby societies where set up in

Johannesburg, Cape Town and

Polokwane.

Dream Girls has touched the lives of many

young girls in South Africa at a short period

of time of its implementation and as such,

the initiative has even made it as a finalist

in the BHP Billiton Achiever Awards (NGO

Skills Development) in its first year of

operation. Power to women!

D

If you’d like to know more about Dream Girls, for more info and queries, you may contact:

Ezlyn Barends Noelle Makhaukane Ngobeni

Dad Fund: Managing Director Dream Girls South Africa

Dream Girls SA: President Director: Sponsorship & Networking

Mobile: +2782 210 3345 Mobile: +27 71 020 3233

Skype: ezlynb Skype: makhaukane

Email: ezlyn@dadfund.org Email: noelle.dreamgirls@dadfund.org

www.dadfund.org www.dadfund.org

Ezlyn Barends is a young dynamic social impact entrepreneur. She is currently studying

towards a Masters in Business Administration at Henley Business School and also holds a

Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing & Entrepreneurship and a Higher Diploma in

Marketing Communication.

Ezlyn launched her marketing and

communications career in 2005 where

she worked on several value chip

clients, including Soft Sheen Carson, L’

Oreal Paris and the 2010 FIFA World

Cup. Her mission in life is to assist

young people in pursuing their

dreams, whether it is in educating

themselves, building a brilliant career

path, starting a business or leading

great lives in general. Fuelled by a

burning desire to expose

underprivileged youth to a wealth of

opportunities, she established the Dad

Fund, a non- profit organization

alongside her father in 2009. Ezlyne

currently serves as the Managing

Director of Dad Fund and a partner at

Mathemaniacs.

Ezlyn represented South Africa at the International Seliger Youth Forum in Russia in 2011.

Being the President of the Dream Gils South African Committee, she is an avid traveler and

enjoys reading, nature and the outdoors.

A

MOTHER TERESA… A

PHENOMENAL WOMAN…

By Lindiwe Dhlamini ugust is indeed

quite a special

month and while

at it, we take

time to remember a woman

of great works, born on the

26th of August 1910, Mother

Teresa. Almost everyone by

now knows of or has heard

about the great works of

Mother Teresa but who

exactly is Mother Teresa?

Mother Teresa was the

founder of the Order of the

Missionaries of Charity, a

Roman Catholic

congregation of women

that was dedicated to

helping the poor. Her order

established a hospice which

centered for the blind, aged

and disabled as well as a

leper colony. She was

summoned to Rome in 1986

and later on in 1979,

received a Nobel Peace

Prize for her work of

humanity. Now as we walk

across this month, let us not

forget to remember Mother

Teresa, not only as a woman

born and baptised on this

particular special month but

also remember the great

deeds she has done with an

objective of lending a

helping hand to make the

next person’s life better. She

has been a great example

and of course a lovely

symbol of pure motherhood

and thus, her words and

powerful quotes shall live on.

It’s kind of funny how we

tend to quote words but not

exactly knowing or

acknowledging who said

those words and what the

story or inspiration behind

uttering those words is.

Here are a few Mother

Teresa quotes that will help

you have a positive outlook

into life and always

remember that regardless of

whatever situation you are

going through or whatever

difficult circumstances or

predicaments you are faced

with, you are not alone, and

always remember that there

is always something

constructive and positive

that you, as an individual

can do to help someone

else when they are in need

of your help:

“Let us more and more insist

on raising funds of love, of

kindness, of understanding,

of peace. Money will come if

we seek first the kingdom of

God- the rest will be given.”

“Being unwanted, unloved,

uncared for, forgotten by

everybody, I think that is a

much greater hunger, a

much greater poverty than

the person who has nothing

to eat.”

“At the end of our lives we

will not be judged by how

many diplomas we have

received, how much money

we have made or how many

great things we have done.

We will be judged by ‘I was

hungry and you gave me to

eat. I was naked and you

clothed me. I was homeless

and you took me in.’”

5 | AUGUST 2013 URBANREALITY MAGAZINE @URMAGAZINE

WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A

TOPNOTCH

STATISTICIAN! By Lindiwe Dhlamini

Akhona Nkenkana is an aspiring researcher who is passionate about Africa

and its development. She works as a Survey Statistician in Statistics South

Africa where she falls within the Labour Statistics section which is responsible

for measuring employment and its chapters in the country amongst other

things. She is also a student of UNISA under the Thabo Mbeki African

Leadership Institute and her enrolment to the institute is after a realization that

leadership is not a position but a character and to build that character is to

develop one to lead self before leading others. She was recently appointed

as a World Economic Forum Global Shaper under Tshwane hub. The hub is a

Global Economic forum association of Young people ages below 30 whose

passion reflects in the work they do in their respective fields particularly

around leadership and character development.

What is Statistics all about?

Statistics in its simple terms in the context of and National Statistics office is

nothing more than measuring the progress of development of a country. It

is based on measuring against the targets we set ourselves as a country to

achieve, whether we are making progress on that which we want to

achieve or not. It is a base of planning, a base for which any government

should take its informed decision on. It distinguishes between facts and

opinions/myths. It helps for evidence based decision.

What is a statistician? What does a statistician do and what does the job

description of a statistician entail?

A statistician is someone who is working in the field of research as an

analyst of data that has been collected about a particular subject. Data

analysis includes editing, imputing, weighting, and tabulating the results

gathered in whatever meaningful way that will be understood where the

information will be disseminated.

What are the requirements needed for one to pursue a career of being a

statistician?

One needs to have a good Mathematical background from High school

in order to enroll in the field of Statistics but to join Statistics South Africa

they do not solemnly look at that only because of different fields within

the organization so they then accept a survey statistician from anyone

with the research background, economics and demography.

What are the myths as well as the pros and cons about being a

Statistician?

The myth of Statistics and Mathematics in South Africa is that they are

difficult and one can never pass this particularly if you are from non-urban

areas. We must understand the basis of this myth particularly amongst the

culture of rejecting Mathematical Science subjects amongst the

community of black population, The Bantu Education Act, 1953 (Act No.

47 of 1953; later renamed the Black Education Act, 1953) , a segregation

law which legalized several aspects of the apartheid system. “There is no

place for [the Bantu] in the European community above the level of

certain forms of labour ... What is the use of teaching the Bantu child

Mathematics when it cannot use it in practice?” We reject the significant

impact this Act had and still continues to have in how we choose our

careers that at many times, we are far away from Maths and Statistics,

especially from the Bantu. Even today, we choose to tell the stories rather

than measuring and providing solutions for them.

What motivated you to develop an interest in statistics and not in any

other field?

I am in fact not a Statistician by academic background. But I have found

myself as an intern at StatsSA because of the research background I had

prior to joining. I have come to understand its importance and that in fact

should be integral to any field especially that deals with data in any form.

What are the companies you would recommend to any learner/student

out there should they be interested in pursuing a career in Statistics?

I always advice against aspiring to work in a particular company as it

introduces an element of stereotype, especially in how we develop

ourselves and careers. People must be open minded as much as possible;

they will be surprised as to how much they can learn from a place where

they did not even think they will ever work in. I have learnt so much from

Statistics South Africa, a department I had not known until just a year

before I joined it.

Akhona’s advice to all aspiring young statisticians out there:

It is called skills misplacement but I tell you, it is the best way to ever learn

and learn thoroughly. Disciplines are quick to create comfort zone and

that I do not encourage because when you are in a comfort zone, you

are most likely to take your work for granted. There are many companies

out there that look for statisticians and in that case, people must learn to

open their search channels a bit wider, at times it doesn’t necessarily say

they’re looking for statisticians. Some look for Researchers, some data

miners and so forth so keep your head up high and stay winning!

CAREER GUIDANCE

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TOP 10 HEROINES IN S.A

1. Mamphela Ramphele

Former activist against the apartheid, former Vice Chancellor of the University of Cape Town, one-time Managing

Director of the World Bank, South African politician, medical doctor, business woman and founder of the new

political party, Agang. So many professions but yet she still remains consistent and admired throughout the nation

for her success.

2. Gcina Mhlophe

Very much well-known South African freedom fighter, storyteller, actress, activist, poet, playwright, author and

director, this woman values her tradition and believes that it can be well maintained over the years through art but

most importantly through the art of storytelling. She is a bright African woman who encourages children to read

thus the nation needs more women who are great examples to the youth like she is.

3. Lillian Dube

She is one of the most distinguished, outspoken and outstanding actresses in the country and has been in the

industry for more than 20 years now. She has made her mark in films, theatre and television that she even obtained

several awards for the great talent that she embraces. Many might not know this but she is also a breast cancer

survivor and continues to be very much active in creating breast cancer awareness through her talks and

presentations and has even founded a Breast Health Care Foundation in Lesotho in 2008.

4. Caster Semenya

Sports Science student, world champion and South African middle distance runner, Caster has managed to be the

talk of the nation at such a short period of time all thanks to her sports excellence. Even though she has been

deprived of several races and competitions due to being subjected to gender testing, she has remained a strong

and powerful woman who stands her ground regardless of whatever people say about her. A lot of women can

learn a thing or two from this young icon.

5. Precious Moloi-Motsepe

Starting off her career path as a medical doctor and now business woman who opened one of the first women’s

health clinics in South Africa, executive chairperson of African Fashion International, board member of Synergos

Endeavor and Global Philanthropy Circle, Patron of Birdlife South Africa and Child Welfare South Africa, one could

go on and on with the listing of her achievements and professions as to how much this woman has contributed in

forming a better nation as well as in supporting and developing small businesses and promoting entrepreneurship.

A very good example to young women out there she is.

6. Khanyi Dhlomo

Ndalo Media (joint venture with Media 24) Managing director, South African media mogul, SABC 1’s first black

newscaster at the age of 20, former Editor of True Love Magazine, 2010’s World Economic Forum Young Global

Leader, former manager of South Africa’s Tourism Board in Paris, director of the Foschini retail group and advisory

board at the University of Stellenbosch, clearly Khanyi isn’t just a pretty face. She is one phenomenal woman. Be

inspired!

7. Natalie Du Toit

South African professional swimmer best known for the gold medals she won at the 2004 Paralympic Games

eventually resulting in her being voted as number 48 on the Top 100 Great South Africans by the SABC and 2010’s

Laureus World Sports Person of the Year, Natalie strongly accentuates on the fact that it is very much significant to

swim your own race and not someone else’s and that’s exactly what she has done. She is a remarkable young

woman, a great example to many disabled young people out there and she still continues to shine and do great

works as a disabled young athlete.

8. Basetsana Khumalo

1990’s Miss Soweto and Miss Black South Africa, beauty pageant titleholder, philanthropist, business woman,

President of the Business Women's Association of South Africa and South African television personality, founder of

the clothing range under the label ‘Stature Ladies’ by Bassie (distributed by Ackermans), nominated as one of the

Top 10 most glamorous women in South Africa by Femina Magazine, when it also comes to her, one definitely

needs all the time in the world to get to really know how much of an influential woman she is. Power to women!

9. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma

Former anti-apartheid activist, South African politician, former Minister of Health, of Foreign Affairs, of Home Affairs

and chairperson of the African Union Commission, she holds a diploma of tropical child health as well as a

Bachelor’s Degree in Science, has subsequently worked as a doctor and was also part of the Gender Advisory

Committee. She has done great deeds in the several departments that she has been previously appointed at, one

of them being giving poor people access to free basic health care and she still continues to play a major role in the

government sector with an objective of building a better South Africa.

10. Gil Marcus

First woman to hold the position of being the Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, former Non-Executive

director of Gold Fields Limited, former chairperson of the Rhodes Scholarship Fund, Professor of Policy, Leadership

and Gender Studies at the Gordon Institute of Business Science and chair of Absa Group Limited, this woman is all

about business so young women out there, do take note!

MANDELA DAY EXPERIENCE WITH ONE MEDIA SA

REVIEWS MUSIC

Artist: Big Sean

Album: Hall of Fame

Record label: GOOD Music and Def Jam Records

Release date: 27 August 2013

Description:

With the recent release of his singles, ‘Guap’ (released on the 25th of October 2012 and

debuted at number 71 on the Billboard Hot 100) as well as ‘Beware’ featuring Lil Wayne and

Jhene Aiko (released on the 25th 0f June 2013), Hall of Fame is the upcoming second studio

album that is set for release by male rap artist, Big Sean. He believes that this album will be

far much more inspirational and more conceptually driven than his debut album and he says

that he intends to teach and make a long-lasting impact on people’s lives with this one.

Hmmm… Mr. ‘Guap’ is on a mission indeed! Expected featured appearances are Kanye

West, Juicy J, Common, Kid Cudi, Tyga and 2 Chainz among many other dope artists.

‘Switch up’ featuring Common was also recently released but as a promotional single. Sean

has been working on this album since 2011 and word has it that the album features all types

of songs. He further on stated that people who have heard a bit of the album have been

blown away so do best and save that date on your calendar and be on the lookout for ‘Hall

of Fame’ if you want to be blown away too!

R E V I E W S

MUSIC

@URMAGAZINE URBANREALITY MAGAZINE AUGUST 2013 | 10

MOVIE

Title: Elysium

Genre: Sci-fi/ Drama

Starring: Matt Damon, Sharlto Copley, Jodie Foster, William Fichtner, Diego Luna

Release date: 30 August 2013 (in SA)

Running time: 120 minutes

Synopsis:

Sony Pictures in partnership with Media Rights Capital, QED International as well as Columbia Pictures

brings us a science fiction action written film, co-produced and directed by Neill Blomkamp, who

also directed the film District 9. The film takes place at Elysium which is described as both a ravaged

Earth and a luxurious space habitat. Sociological and political themes such as mass surveillance,

immigration and health care are being explored throughout the film. The citizens of Elysium maintain

and live a luxurious life and this includes ranging from getting access to private medical machines

that offer instant cures to using flying cars as their main source of transportation since they follow

space-age lifestyles. A 36 year old former car thief, now factory worker, Max Decosta (role played by

Matt Damon) encounters an industrial accident which leaves him with a cancer virus and he only has

five days to make it to Elysium in order to get an instant cure. He takes on a dangerous mission which

eventually finds him against the Secretary Delacourt of Elysium, aged 73 (role played by Jodie Foster)

and her secret police forces led by a violent bruiser, Kruger (role played Sharlto Copley). Will he

eventually get cured? Go out and check out the movie to find out.

R E V I E W S

MOVIE

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Title: Archangel

Publisher: W.W. Norton & Company

Author: Andrea Barrett

Format: Hardback (256 pages)

ISBN-10: 0393240002

ISBN-13: 978- 0393240009

Publication date: 19 August 2013

Price: R176, 47

Description:

1996 National Book Award Winner, Andrea Barrett returns with an astonishing collection of five fact-

filled short stories that dwell on science and she unfolds five fundamental moments in the history of

knowledge as well as in the lives of her characters. She explores the thrill and sense of losses that are

accompanied by scientific progress and further on shares her personal passions and impersonal

politics that make a great contribution in shaping all human knowledge. These are brilliant fictions

and they are rich with fact making the publication stand out for its pure intelligence. Barrett has

come to our rescue as the unknown has been translated into our world of reference. Her characters’

desire for innovation is transmissible and as such, every story in Archangel is submersed with the most

incredible enlightening…. Dazzling read!

R E V I E W S

BOOK

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AFRO JAZZ SOUL SISTA, NANDI MNGOMA by Lindiwe Dhlamini

24 year old vocalist, artist and musician for Universal Music, Mzansi Magic’s All Access Mzansi and Supersport TV

Presenter alongside Robert Marawa, Nandi Mngoma is most definitely what we call a multi-talented entertainer. Nandi

has a strikingly unique look, charisma and bubbly personality which has made the Zulu and English spoken Durban

native's journey in the media industry an exciting one, in modeling, music, acting, dancing and presenting which

continue to flourish. She started her career in the spotlight very early when winning Miss Junior South Africa at the age of 8 and has

gained many achievements since then such as landing a spot on SABC 2's kids show called Bling! as a presenter, which she did for

2 years. Being nominated in the KTV's Kids Choice Awards as Favorite Female Youth Presenter for the SABC Youth show Bling, 2

years later while studying Law, she was casted in SABC 1's Commercial for the Mzansi for Sho Campaign directed by the legendary

director, Teboho Mahlatsi. In 2010, she was selected amongst over 8000 hopefuls as one the four finalists for SABC 1's Live Music

Show National Presenter Search. Two months later she was runner up for Channel O's O-Access national presenter search. Moving

right across her journey in the entertainment and media industry, she just released her self-titled album, “NANDI.” @URmagazine

had quite a lovely talk with Miss Mngoma herself about her musical journey and as a young successful woman. As we break it

down for you, this is how it all went:

@URmagazine: Where do you draw inspiration from when

you write songs and what’s your favourite part about the

process?

@Nandi Mngoma: Oh lovely! Great question first of all. I think

life is always the biggest inspiration and I think anyone can

relate to that, you always get inspired by life experiences,

whether personal or just from other people. For me

personally, I love words, I’ve always been very good at

English actually, I just love linguistics. I love expressing myself

through words and I think words are powerful. There’s almost

like an emotional attachment to words so I love the process

of expressing myself through words and being poetic and

relaying whether it’s my feelings or it’s what I’m going

through, it’s almost therapeutic when I do write because

whether it’s personal or not, I generally speak about personal

experiences, whether it’s from the past or the present or

anything, it’s therapeutic. It’s a beautiful experience, it’s

reflective!

@URmagazine: When did you initially develop an interest in

music and when did you actually decide that you want to

pursue a career in music?

@Nandi Mngoma: I’ve always been in music. When we were

younger and still in Durban, DJ Clap (Kalawa) and I used to

go to the studio and make music for fun so I used to make

demos. I was very much fortunate because my dad granted

me the opportunity to go record a demo as a Christmas gift.

You know that most kids want toys and stuff, I wanted to

record a demo. I used to hear myself sing and at 14 I had

about three different demos so I’ve always loved doing

music. Besides winning any talent contest, I’ve always been

arty, more especially in my high school years; I was very

active in terms of music. At 14, I also performed at Gateway

Theatre of Shopping and that for me was a big deal. I

thought to myself “You know I could do this professionally

because it’s something that I really really love.” I also used to

be the kid that plays the piano as the school hymn so I’ve

always been musical.

@URmagazine: What is the most fun part and the most

hardest part of being a musician as well as being a TV

presenter?

@Nandi Mngoma: I just came from France where literally, I

was selected in the African continent to represent Africa as

an African musician to go to there and interact with other

musicians from all around the world and just to learn the

craft. We were all blending ideas, our genres, and styles of

music, thought and the cradle of music so I found that

experience very much interesting. It’s really great to travel

and meet people from all around the world, that’s the fun

part and also just because you get to be really creative for

television. The difficult part in terms of music is that as

musicians, we tend to be very musical. On your album you

find that you literally have really great tracks and they’re

very musical and you find that people actually select the

ones that are not as musical and you kind of have to go with

what people want, that’s the thing, when you’re like “Nooo

but I really have this jazzy song” and everyone else is just

feeling that other party song. It’s one of the hardest things

we face as musicians because at the end of the day, it’s all

about the people because you’re doing music for the

people and not for yourself. In terms of television, the

greatest thing is meeting new people. I used to present a

kids TV show on SABC 2 called Bling and that was an

awesome experience because at 15, I could interact with so

many people and do things that a lot of kids my age would

have loved doing, for example, go carting and meeting

awesome children from all around the world. So for me, now

being an adult and of course presenting on All Access

Mzansi, I really get to travel all over the country and just meet

people with amazing stories. What I love about All Access

now is that it’s not only a high element show, it’s for

everyone.

A

interviews

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@URmagazine: Any South African artist you’d like to

collaborate with currently and why?

@Nandi Mngoma: I’ve been really fortunate. This year has

been amazing because I feel like I’ve collaborated generally

with everyone I’ve really loved to. One being Kent, we have

a song that we released just recently and Zakes Bantwini

remixed my song so I feel like I’ve already worked with the

people that I’ve always wanted to work with my whole life.

But I will say, who I admire a lot is Thandiswa Mazwai and

also someone from the Mngoma family so Sibongile Khumalo

or Tshepo Mngoma, I’d love to do something with them,

whether it be a concert or whatever, just to bring all the

people of my clan name onto a musical journey.

@URmagazine: If you were granted an opportunity to be an

opening act for any international artist on tour, who would it

be and why?

@Nandi Mngoma: If he was still alive, it would definitely have

to be Michael Jackson. The next best thing would definitely

be Stevie Wonder or Prince, I’m very old school (all my old

time legends are gone ha-ha!) I’d also like to work with Louie

Vega, which is something I’m planning to achieve very soon.

I mean, music is something that’s very incredible and to be

that powerful and be able to affect the whole world with

your talent is amazing. People like Ray Charles and James

Brown are people who change the industry completely.

@URmagazine: As a young woman, which significant issues

affecting women do you feel aren't being given attention or

aren't being well addressed in the South African community?

@Nandi Mngoma: For one, in terms of being in the media, I

think its being an individual and also learning to be you. I met

a group of young girls recently because I was teaching them

ballet and letting them know that you don’t have to spend a

lot of money to feel good and look good is essential. Yes,

there is a stage of course, it’s part of growing up, more

especially when you’re a teenager, you have a need to feel

good but the most important thing is, you need to have a

good self-esteem. When you have a good self-esteem you

generally don’t succumb to any tension, for example,

sleeping with boys and all that stuff. When you know your

market value, you tend to want to look after yourself and be

proud of yourself, of who you are and that being in terms of

your aesthetics, how you look, how you feel, etc. Girls should

feel good as they are.

@URmagazine: What are your other interests besides music or

the media?

@Nandi Mngoma: I definitely love fashion and art as a whole.

Well, with regards to media launch as it’s something that I’m

very much passionate about, I’ve already started a media

company, Nandi Mngoma Media. As I have experienced

with other companies in my past, I feel very much inspired.

@URmagazine: What has been your biggest highlight on your

road to success thus far?

@Nandi Mngoma: Being signed by Universal Music and being

signed literally on the spot and also my recent trip of going to

France, meeting different musicians, getting to see Erykah

Badu live and actually having people that believe in me. This

year has been incredible because there’s isn’t a lot of

musicians that one can be presented to at my age. I love

sports and I do Super Sports, I love lifestyle and I’m doing All

Access, I love music and I can do house music and jazz so I

feel like I’m living my dream with an extension of being who I

am as when I visit all these platforms, I get to dress the way I

love to dress, getting dressed up for All Access and doing all

the things that I currently do, I feel very much spoiled at the

moment.

@URmagazine: Any big projects that the public should

expect or look forward to from Nandi?

@Nandi Mngoma: Yes, I’ll be releasing another single soon

and it should be out in October. And if I should say, there’s a

group of us young stars out there and music being a legacy,

I’d like to bring something different and fresh and I feel like

people get that. I just want to continue being myself. There’s

definitely much more to

@URmagazine: How do you plan on celebrating Women's

Day or better yet the whole of Women's Month?

@Nandi Mngoma: There is going to be a lot of performances.

I just feel like being a working female and doing what I love, I

also represent Women’s month and also by carrying on

doing one of the things that I do and that’s teaching girls

ballet and being an example when you reach your full

potential, tell people about your story, be empowered, live

an honest life and just go and conquer the world. So I’ll be

celebrating and continue doing what I do every day.

@URmagazine: Generally, what does Women's Day mean to

you and what significant role do you think the existence of

women plays?

@Nandi Mngoma: Women’s Month… Oh wow! Actually I feel

like we should have a Women’s Year *giggles* and that’s

being very truthful. I feel like Women’s Month represents a

gender that was so long and has been the pillar of so many

people’s lives. Not only do we give birth to human beings,

which is incredible and unbelievable but just in terms of the

support and nurturing, I feel like we’re celebrating the

nurturing side of human beings, how we take care of society

and I feel that should be celebrated. We are a lot less

aggressive because we are females, I can tell you that ha-

ha-ha! As women, we know how to achieve what we want

with a smile, with grace and at the very same time, with

class. It’s all about nurturing and love.

@URmagazine: What advice would you give to young

women out there?

@Nandi Mngoma: There’s a quote that I’m so in love with. It

goes “Who was she and what did she do?” and the reply is

“She was herself and she did it all.” I love that! I think every

human being should stand by that and conquer the world

and something that I always say is that nothing is impossible

and there is no human being who has never failed. Don’t be

scared of failure, everyone fails so keep on pushing and

you’ll eventually get there.

MOTHER OF

THE NATION by Nozizwe Nuku

I’m all for women empowerment, women have

always done great things in all spheres including

politics especially recently. Women all over the world

have been great leaders of change, I speak of

women such as Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, Bridget

Radebe, Dr. Precious Moloi-Motsepe, Helen Suzman

and Miriam Makeba to name but a few.

Election time is nearing and two prominent women

are in the running this time, DA’s Helen Zille and

Agang’s Mamphela Ramphele and I’m beginning to

wonder if it would be such a terrible thing for a

women to govern our country.

The male political leaders in our country have failed

me and I’m sure a lot of you out there feel the same

way, 19 years is a long time for change to take

effect but some people still haven’t felt it yet, sure

things are better but not for everyone. Take for

instance the Capetonians who still don’t have

access to basic sanitation, trust me I live in Cape Town and they are not exaggerating their plight, the conditions they live in are terrible or

the scourge of nyaope in our townships or even teen pregnancy.

I look at my own life as before and after voting for the first time in 2009. Before voting things seemed okay, I could not find fault with the

government, primary and high school were great and I went to multiracial schools which exposed me to different things. My mom and dad

were employed and I lived in a house with water and electricity but when I went to varsity, I stopped being gullible. I realised that things

weren’t great after all in South Africa, even though I had passed matric in 2008 I was still unsure of my future. Luckily, my mom was able to

pay for a private college but not all my friends were so lucky and many of them stayed at home because even their matric pass was not

enough to guarantee them jobs. I voted hoping things would be better for me and hopefully for everyone but as usual the promises made

to masses during campaigning have not materialized. It took me over a year to secure gainful employment with a higher education

qualification, other people aren’t even that fortunate. I have lived a community plagued by power cut every winter for 13 years and water

shortages every summer, I have to catch a taxi to go to the closest

police station or walk for miles, these are minor problems but problems

none the less I want sorted out because my vote is my way of voicing

the need of a better quality of life.

I know there are great opportunities that have come with democracy

but we can’t say we live in a progressive country when the majority of

people are still unable to thrive as the minority does. Women are known

to be nurtures, nurturing is as indispensable in dealing with people and

in business as it is for family. Women are great listeners and they are not

governed by their egos but by the need to something significant.

Females also have a high EQ (emotional intelligence) which enables

them to use facts in conjunction with intuition to make decisions and

they can allay extreme situations, just the right qualities for a great

leader.

Countries like Malta, Australia, Great Britain, Liberia, Brazil, Argentina

and Malawi have put women in power and so far it has worked out for

them. Maybe it’s time we tried a different approach and a different

party because even powerful organizations like Facebook, PepsiCo

and Yahoo have women at the helm. Of course change is daunting,

politics have always been viewed to be a man’s world, how will this

woman be perceived and treated by fellow presidents, or colleagues

and subordinates? I think the two women in the running for president

can bring about the necessary changes for significant progress in our

country and my vote is definitely going to be for one of them.

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U S D

R

IT SPINS THE WORLD AROUND - ECONOMIC ISSUES! by Anza Thagisa

It breathes and lives a life of

its own on its very own terms. On

good days it makes all of us

happy and everything is on a

low –low, yet on bad days, it

can get really horrific and things

can spiral out of control, for

many it may even seem as

though their world is spinning the

other way around. What am I?

The ECONOMY!

On recent occasions the

general ‘whoohaa’ surrounding

economic issues has not been

pleasing to the ear. It all started off with the declining strength of the Rand, then it was the downgrade on the

Standards and Poor’s, labor unrest along with striking actions, increased inflation, production below target,

slacking economic growth, increased retrenchments and job cuts and and and……

The problems seem to be pilling up. Yet because the dynamics are so complex we sometimes cannot seem to

place all these occurrences into context let alone understand their implications. All we have is a mixed feeling

from economists’ as the one will be positive that things will regain normality (sometimes goes undefined), and

the other is certain that things will seem to go even lower downhill. An attempt to understand at least one of

the issues presented so consumers can begin to adjust and find individual solutions.

What the declining strength of the Rand means

If hypothetically a holiday in the States roughly costs USD 1500, it means between 2009 up until 2010, in Rand

terms that holiday would cost R 10 500, while at the moment it could well reach

R15 000. It is evident that the purchasing power of the consumer declines. This then has a knock on effect on

the inflation rate (a steady increase in general pricing), which is fluctuating between 5.36% and 5.64%

disturbingly nudging the cap of 6% set by the Reserve Bank. This then decreases the power of domestic salaries

and widens the gap between the rich and the poor.

The upside to the situation would be, because of a weak rand exports will increase, however on numerous

occasions this counter does not increase nearly enough to combat the negative implications as we also need

to make numerous imports, which will now be more expensive as other currencies are stronger.

Now, how do I attempt to maintain a good position even when the situation is not at its best?

Find a second job

Become an entrepreneur, create jobs and create wealth

Save, save, save

Avoid the use of debt- interest, expenses have become a luxury item

Use a budget and stick to it.

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GIRL POWER, FROM BOARDROOM TO BEDROOM!

by Dipuo Mongoai

t’s August again

and to a lot of us

the first thing that

comes to mind is

Women’s month. Well,

that is correct and

we’re also going to be

cliché by keeping to

the topic.

Women’s Day is

celebrated all over the

world. It is a day when

women are recognized

for their achievements

regardless of their

nationality, ethnic

group, linguistic and

cultural background or

either their economic

or political differences.

It is an occasion for

looking back on past

struggles and

accomplishments and

most importantly, for

looking ahead to the

untapped potential

and opportunities that

await the future

generation of women.

Women in the past few

years were stereotyped

with only being fit for

looking pretty, making

babies and staying

home to do house

chores. Never did we

imagine that we will

one day be able to see

women run as

presidential

candidates, working in

mines driving trains or

even being in control

of relationships. These

are just a few things

that were not

associated with being

a woman. It’s the 21st

century now and girls

run the world, be it from

the boardroom straight

to the bedroom.

Women have always

been stereotyped that

in a relationship, a man

needs to always be

I

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older that the woman

and is obliged to

provide for his family,

the woman’s role

remaining being that of

cooking, conceiving

and serving the man. It

still regarded as a

taboo in some cultures

for a woman who is

older to date a

younger man and

provide for him - but

why? Why can’t an old

lady date a man

younger than her? Why

can’t she be the bread

winner? Why can’t the

younger or even older

hubbies be let to cook

and clean for the

family? Why are

women labeled as

sugar mamas when

they date younger

men? What happened

to being able to have

a choice of

preference? I mean, so

what if he’s younger?

So what if the woman

earns mot=re than the

man in a relationship?

There is totally nothing

wrong with being the

family provider as a

woman and buying

clothes for your

husband. Women do it

because they want to.

Till when will women be

discriminated about

their freedom of

expression? Days like

these were created to

kill such stereotypical

thoughts that people

have which question

matters such as these.

Gender equality was

meant to erase such

thoughts. On this

particular Women’s

Day, let’s all make a

difference and erase

the norm of judging.

Let that 50 year old

woman date that 25

year old guy. If that’s

what makes her happy

then so be it, that’s

what matters after all.

Let’s create a more

positive generation

that promotes freedom

of expression and not

oppression. Let’s learn

to be open-minded

and focus on factors

that will rather shape

our world and let every

soul walk its path

peacefully.

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by Dipuo Mongoai

SWAGGERDIARIEZ

LeLifeStyle

Mzukisi Mbane, born and raised in Cape Town’s, Khayelitsha Township on

the 5th of March 1989 matriculated from Luhlaza High School in Khayelitsha

achieving a Merit award, with best achievers awards in Economics (HG) and

Business Economics (HG). Having also received a certificate in Small Business

Management and Entrepreneurship (N4) from Northlink College while he was

completing his matric, it became evident that his future is in the commercial

field. After matriculating, he then went on to study Bachelor of Accounting at

the University of the Western Cape where he performed very well leading to

him being part of Golden Key International Honour’s Society, the 2009 Chapter

(Top 10 achievers).However, in the year 2011 things changed dramatically for

Mbane when he took a huge risk and decided to follow a different career

path. He decided to take his passion for fashion and turn it into a business and

that’s when Swagger Diariez was born.

FASHION

FASHION

FASHION

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Swagger Diariez is a lifestyle brand that has

the ability to create equilibrium between

the modern energy of the townships with

that vintage glamour of its ancestors. It is

also described as a lifestyle brand that is

capable of translating the fashion needs of

its youth into style creations that allow the

wearer to further portray their

independence, style, creativity, energy,

confidence, success and youth. It is inspired

by the township’s varied creativity, energy,

spirit and also its music, art and living

aspirations. Mzukisi’s design influences are

somewhat fluid in their individualism. He is

inspired by the trendy tailoring of garments

from the 50s and 60s in South Africa.

Sophiatown is one of his favourite influences

which later were further indulged by the

musical band, Mafikizolo. Mbane also takes

from his Africanism, the use of select

traditional prints and motifs. Music is also a

great influence in his work and with Kanye

West as a style icon, Mzukisi translates the sleek and chic style of Mr. West into his work and

pulls out specific likes to create a look that is the urban.

As a young successful fashion designer, he is reg istered under Cape Town’s Fashion

Council as an entrepreneur, in 2012 he recently won the Hansa Pilsener Special Ingredient

competition and he has been exposed to media coverage on the youth programme,

‘Hectic nine9’, on SABC2. He also worked as an intern for Africa Fashion International during

Cape Town fashion Week 2012 under the mentorship of Bella Cebekhulu as Business

Development Manager. Focusing on the business of fashion and promoting entrepreneurship

amongst young designers, he is now part of the Common Purpose International Leadership

Programme which works on tackling social, personal and economic issues that ordinary

people face in their everyday lives.

The inception of his brand, its look, feel, focus, all the way down to the type of women that

he designs for is very much inspired by the women in his family. He was raised by a stylish

single mother, around his grandmother and he’s the last born with two older sisters. Fashion

has always been an obsession because he has always been fascinated by the power of a

clothing item. He used to observe how it transformed them and how they just had the “I can

do it all” attitude. Today he looks up to women like Bonang, who are young, beautiful, self-

made, fearless and crazy in love with fashion. He can’t help but be inspired! That’s the type

of woman he has in mind when he create his garments…A woman that does not only get

transformed by the clothes she wears, but also brings the clothes to life.

To Mzukisi, August feels like a pre-party. You want to enjoy it but you just can’t help but want

to save your best for the main event. It’s the excitement of getting to the main event that

kicks in that one eventually finds them physically caught up in the middle of it.

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Same applies to fashion, we all know that winter can be a drag to most and august is the month

before the start of spring, the fun, fresh, floral and all things flowy, fashion season. Making August the

pre-spring, we’re already anticipating sunny days and on that note, my style advice for this month is

keep it fresh, be warm but inviting. Have a bit of life and let colour be your friend.

I am still in love with the black leather winter trend, so just put it together with something colourful

(colour-pop shoe, blouse, bag or belt). BUT REMEMBER not to take it to the extreme. If the colour is

bright enough, keep it to just one item. We don’t want to recreate the dreadful Christmas tree trend

(aka colour-blocking).

Apart from playing it down a bit, the fashion scene has not yet

changed much for this month. Your winter must haves:

1. A big scarf (make it something colourful). This is what you

need to invest in (as such thing never really goes out of

fashion). You can’t not have a huge scarf.

2. Accessories (winter shades, gold chunky neck and arm

piece, and a good leather bag.). Especially now given that we

are getting into spring, please accessorize. Add some life to your

look.

3. A great shoe a woman can never have enough shoes and if you

have not worn any heels yet, I think it’s about time you should start

investing in a pair. But for your comfort, get a bright one color peep-

toe wedge, that paired with your winter wardrobe, you can never go

wrong.

And well the best thing right now is black

leather as mentioned above. (I love men

skirts, Mr. West rocked one, but my advice

is unless you’re slim and if you really know

your fashion, then you may gather up the

courage to rock it because you really need to know how to make it a

killer look. How you are built and how you wear it is what could make

you look like a less fashionable version of Somizi, so be careful ha-ha! But

leather pants, leather skirts and dresses are the best thing this winter I

think (from a style point of view at least).

THE FINAL WORD

Don't force it because someone says it’s hot, try it out because you want to

explore and challenge yourself. Fashion does not have to be comfortable,

that’s what style’s about. Rather be old fashioned or out of style than fake, believe me it shows. Think “Fly

chicks” you’ll get what I mean. Please don’t take all this seriously, loosen up a bit, we’re not trying to cure any

ailment, it’s only just fashion.

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IMPORTANT TIPS

WHEN STARTING

AN EXERCISE

ROUTINE by Tshepo Khoza (ART OF RUNNING BOOTCAMP)

We’re approaching the end of winter and the words on everyone's lips are “How am I going to look during the summer

season? Am I going to even fit into my sexy jeans or my bikini?” Most of us already know the answer...

…We begin our search for solutions- starting an exercise program, be it walking, jogging, resistance training or weight loss

eating plans.

Last month we spoke about mental training to help you stay on top of your game and that will play an important role as

well if you want to stick to any program. It is very important for all of us to train safe, conservatively and not overdo things

and it is equally important that we have channelled our thought into what we want to achieve.

I am going to share 13 tips to help you reach your goal safely…with exercise:

1. Don't do any exercise you aren't sure of HOW to do. Always get personal instruction from a certified trainer.

2. Don't do anything that hurts or "doesn't feel right". There are plenty of alternative exercises for every moment.

3. Whenever you start a new program, use lighter weights than normal, and only 1 set per exercise. Do expect extra

soreness when starting a new program. This is due to the new exercises so don't try to set world records with a new program

instantly.

4. If you need extra recovery within the workouts, don't hesitate to take it, SAFETY FIRST.

5. If you are training with heavy weights ask someone to spot you (support you). If you train alone at home, follow my

advice “focus on exercise technique as opposed to focusing on the number of repetition”.

6. Start with the easier exercises, even if you have exercised in the past. The new exercises or new style of movement will

cause muscle soreness, even from workouts you think "look easy".

7. Do not do interval training more than 4 times a week. Even pro athletes don't play hard everyday, so why should we?

8. Remember to do your strength exercise first before your body fatigues.

9. Never skip a warm-up. Use the general body weight warm-up.

10. Exercises should be done at a controlled pace and the focus is on the perfect exercise form.

11. Finish each workout with stretching and form roll (self massage) the tight muscle group.

12. If you want to start exercise but think you have an injury or uncomfortable pain, get medical attention and have a

professional therapist rehabilitate your injury before starting an exercise program.

13. Check with your doctor first before starting a new exercise program. Altogether now; "SAFETY FIRST”

Here’s a sample workout program to help you kick start your exercise routine:

Start by light dynamic stretches to help warm your joints and get your muscles ready for movement.

Week 1

Day One: 20 minute walk and run (jog easy for 30 seconds and walk 60 seconds)

Day Two: Warm up exercise (8-10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups, 10 squats, 10 calf raises, 20 step-up alternate legs and triceps

dip using a chair)

Day Three: Rest

Day Four: 20 minute walk and run (jog easy for 30 seconds and walk 60 seconds)

Day Five: Warm up exercise (8-10 push-ups, 10 sit-ups, 10 squats, 10 calf raises, 20 step-ups alternate legs, triceps dip

using a chair)

Day Six: Rest

Note: 10- 15 minutes of static stretches after every workout.

Please note that not everyone starts at the same level. This is a guideline to help you start without going to the gym. So no

more excuses about not being able to afford a gym membership, turn your home into the ultimate fitness centre.

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GO BIG WITH THE ARTS FESTIVAL OR GO

HOME

What is all the hype about the Grahamstown

Festival?

I mean Grahamstown first of all is in the middle

of nowhere. The isolation deprives you from all

sorts of clubs, internet usage and the typical

normal 21st century society.” These where just

the few assumptions people suggested about

the home of the Grahamstown National Arts

Festival; opting to rather spend their weekend

away at the Durban July Festival which

featured USA rapper 2 Chainz.

But for those of us who were present at the

National Arts Festival, a handful of South

Africa's most talented poets, stage performers

and art crafters were seen at the festival which

got underway on June 27 and ending on July

7. According to the National Arts festival

website, an overall total of 211 701 people

were in attendance during the entire Arts

Festival. Artistic festivity was the ideal theme;

from various fashion designer trends to soulful

music capturing the daring ears of music

lovers. These performances also included Dan

Patlanksy, who this year was the only artist to

win the Gold Ovation award. The more familiar

and humorous comedian Rob van Vuuren

received the Silver Ovation award for his stand-

up comedy show “What What”.

The Arts Festival is implicitly split up into two

week. The introduction week consists of the

more established drama and theatre artists.

The second and last week of the Arts Festival is

known to be the busiest of the entire festival.

The reason for this is because more of the high

schools around the country feature in the

performances and Rhodes University students

slowly start making their way back to

Grahamstown from their holiday in order settle

in for their 2nd semester. The musical band

sensation of MiCasa blew their fans off their

seats at the Guy Butler theatre. This was

undoubtedly the most anticipated

performance of the Arts Festival.

The nightlife in Grahamstown was unbelievably

epic. Pre-drinks were a priority when shots at

the Rats & Parrots were only R5 and beer

draughts raging between prices of R12-R20.

After pre-drinks and some Vodacom Super

Rugby being ticked off on people’s bucket lists;

everyone's destination ended off at Prime

which is found on New Street –in the centre of

all the Grahamstown night drama. Dr Malinga

and DJ Kent performed at Prime on Friday (July

5) and Saturday (July 6) respectively. One can

never brag about their partying abilities until

they’ve entered the mysterious gates of

Monastery, a walk away from Prime and Rats &

Parrots. Nowadays rappers in their lyrics keep

reminiscing about after-after parties. Well if

their after-after party begins at 4am until and

ends at 11am when the baking Eastern Cape

sun is right up, then I can gladly admit to have

gone to one. There is just no sense of sleep at

the Grahamstown National Arts Festival. From

the artistic talents displayed daily on the

various stages, to the never-ending parties at

night, I simply got one thing to tell you –go big

or go home! That’s the motto at the Arts

Festival.

The 40th edition of the Grahamstown National

Arts Festival is expected to take place from

June 26 to July 6 2014. For more information

regarding the Arts Festival, visit

www.nationalartsfestival.com or follow

@artsfestival on Twitter.

-Mandilulame Manjezi

www.mandimanjezi.tumblr.com

@Jizzyjakes

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This is a part of a series that entrepreneur and author Brian Mawdsley will be writing to help

budding entrepreneurs along the way:

I've got a great business idea I'm sure it can work now what?

Mike’s Story: Sitting at my computer, staring at a blank page with the words, “BIG IDEA” on

the top, I know I will be successful and will surely make loads of money but now what? Do I

start with a business plan, do I set financial milestones, do I speak to people about

investment AAHHH there is so much noise!

I am sure there is many a young Entrepreneur out there who can relate to Mike. After many

years in the Entrepreneur space a few fundamental steps, philosophies or process have

been tried and tested and could be looked at the 10 commandments of starting a new

business. I learned many of these by not doing them the first few times round, rather by doing

the opposite and realising my mistake.

So here goes:

1.) Entrepreneurship is a journey

Being an entrepreneur is a mind-set, not a job title. This little pearl of wisdom will define your

success, for if you are aiming to be successful from your one idea you are unlikely to be

successful. However if you are open to the possibilities that this one idea will bring then you

are far more likely to eventually be successful.

2.) You will fail!

So few Entrepreneurs become successful first time round and even fewer do it over night,

accept that you will fail an be open to learn from it. Expect failure as it is inevitable.

3.) Network, Network, Network

Every person you meet needs to be recorded as to where, when and who they are. Keep in

touch with them all and ensure that you build and nurture these relationships. High Quality

networks and relationship will define your ability to succeed.

4.) Forget about the money (for now)

How can I make people’s lives better, make the planet a better place to live in. Focus on this

rather than the money. Focus on what you love doing and the money will come.

5.) Find a Quality Mentor

When you are new to the world of business and entrepreneurship be sure to find people who

can offer you sound advice, people who have already been where you have and are open

to sharing their knowledge with you.

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6.) Be in tune with the market

Is your product or service needed in the market? Remember your idea might be the key that

opens the door to what the market really needs, don’t be forever attached to your idea as

the maker might now need what you have. Rather see the opportunity that your idea has

opened up for you and supply the market with what it needs.

7.) Move away from the negative people

So many people do not have the guts to chase their dreams, and will often try to bring you

down. Move away from these people as fast as you can. It is possible that you will end the

journey with far fewer friends than when you began. Remember that most people that have

full time jobs and “normal” lives are not Entrepreneurs, for them it is hard to understand the

drive that makes you an Entrepreneur.

8.) Don’t wait till it is 100% perfect

Take your first steps towards telling people about your idea, even if it is not 100% perfect yet.

You will learn to adapt and grow your idea on the move, if you sit with it in your mind for too

long you might never move on it. (Or move when it is too late and somebody else has done

it)

9.) Do the work

Besides formulating a product idea, your “Big Idea” there is still the work of getting the

practical elements together, having a great idea is the start, but you must have the right

frame of mind and guild lines (these commandments) along with the work that is needed to

build business plans, financial projections, technical specs, marketing plans etc. you must be

prepared to do this work (getting help from your mentor is key for doing this successfully).

10.) Walk, test, walk some more, test some more

Take small steps, test your progress and take a few more steps. Whatever your business

process/ marketing plan or approach to going to market may be you need to test often and

ultimately take a chance. Do not over think things, be sure to think of everything and test all

you can, but it does still require you to take a leap of faith and push forward into the

unknown.

11.) Now think about the money

If you have come this far and have learned each of the previous commandments you are

finally in a position to focus on the money. So long as you have mastered your craft, created

a great services / product and have this in place, now it is time to focus on the money.

Insights from Brian Mawdsley – Entrepreneur, Social Media Strategist, and Author – follow me

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Media Release

Unemployed South African graduates benefit from 3 months hands-on social

entrepreneurial development through international cooperation

23 July, 2013

Johannesburg, Gauteng - Today, Socionext, Studietrust and Zazida Institute of Entrepreneurship announce a

program for unemployed graduates to gain hands-on experience in launching moneymaking initiatives to

benefit themselves and society. In addition to an intensive 10-day ‘boot camp’, participants will benefit from a

collection of experienced entrepreneurial coaches who will guide them through a 3 month-long learning

process. Participants will also have the opportunity to interact with university students in Europe participating in

the same program.

The profits gained throughout this experience will be shared between the program participants and young

South Africans in need of scholarships. Unemployed South African graduates from all backgrounds are

encouraged to apply. Participants are expected to make a R500 contribution to demonstrate their

commitment to the program. Applications close on 31st July 2013.

Socionext Social Entrepreneurship Challenge

The South African Socionext Social Entrepreneurship Challenge is aimed at youth who want to learn how to

create, through practical experience, their own wealth and help society at the same time. Unconventional

teaching methods supported by professional coaching will unleash potentially hidden talents not normally

addressed in study halls. This program will enhance practical business skills, test and enhance leadership ability,

broaden participants’ horizons and expand participants’ social and professional networks. By learning to apply

new media marketing, network activation, presentation techniques and team management strategies,

participants will strengthen their resumes, boost career opportunities and learn how to set up their own business.

The Challenge

A maximum of 25 applicants will be selected to participate in the Challenge. The successful applicants will form

a number of teams. Each team will complete a marketing and a business plan based upon crowd funding, the

creation of an event or the delivery of a product or service. Teams compete to determine who can mobilize

the most supporters and generate the most income. 50% of the profit of each team will be used for scholarships

for young talented people in South Africa. The remaining 50% will be kept by the team as a reward. The

program aims to provide participants with the skills needed to successfully initiate social entrepreneurship

projects.

Coaching

Socionext coaches are selected on the basis of their life and professional experience and personal charisma.

The Socionext Challenge provides a unique opportunity to be coached by experienced professionals from a

variety of fields while participants are engaged in developing skills, project and life goals.

An enriching experience

The Socionext Challenge also creates opportunities for networking with young people in Europe who will

simultaneously participate in Socionext Challenges in the Netherlands and Denmark. Video-conferencing and

other media will connect participants to students in Johannesburg, Amsterdam and Copenhagen. Participants

will mutually empower one another to develop their skills and positively impact their respective communities.

The experience will conclude with a fun evening filled with presentations, music, art, and dance.

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Enrolment and Selection Criteria

Young people between the ages of 20 and 28 residing in Gauteng are invited to apply for participation in the

Socionext Challenge 2013. Enrolment will take place via Studietrust. Applicants are required to complete and

submit an online application form that will tell Studietrust about proven experience with income generating

projects and community involvement. Short listed candidates will be interviewed before the final participants

will be announced. The decision of the selectors will be final.

The Challenge format and location

An intensive 10-day program starting on 13 August 2013 with regular plenary sessions and workshops will kick off

the Challenge. This “boot camp” will be followed by bi-weekly meetings (2-3 hours) over a period of 8-10

weeks. In addition, teams will be expected to work independently for at least 12-20 hours per week or as long

as it takes to design and implement the team projects. Each team will have access to regular meetings with

professional coaches on at least 6 occasions. The Socionext Challenge will be held in Auckland Park and

Braamfontein, Johannesburg and will take place from 13 August to 30 November 2013.

Cost

The cost of participation in the Socionext Challenge is R10, 000 per person. However, through contribution of

generous sponsors, applicants may be sponsored to the amount of R9 500. Sponsored participants will thus only

pay R500 per person. Sponsorships will depend on the submission of the necessary document needed for a

means test to determine financial need.

Closing date for Applications

Applications for participation must be submitted before midnight on 31 July 2013. Late applications will not be

considered. The online application form is available at this link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/7TQTZHB

About Socionext

Socionext offers opportunities to students to develop social entrepreneurship projects that generate income for

scholarships for disadvantaged students. For more information, contact Tjaart Theron, Socionext Director, at

tjaart@socionext.org or call +31 (6) 41981398

About Studietrust

Studietrust an independent national bursary agency that fights poverty in South Africa by empowering able but

financially needy young people with opportunities to further their education. For more information, contact

Zamabongo Mojalefa, Communications Manager, at z.mojalefa@studietrust.org.za or call 011 4031632.

About Zazida Institute of Entrepreneurship

The Zazida Institute of Entrepreneurship is Africa’s only accredited Higher Education Institution dedicated solely

to developing entrepreneurs at different levels in Africa, with a specific focus on Start-ups, thus creating new

wealth and jobs and promoting economic development in African economies. For more information, contact

Vincent Joyner, CEO, at youth@zazida.org or call +27 (0) 81 403 1496

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JOBS

UR JOBS In conjunction with Job Vine SA

Junior Mid Graphic Designer - Cape Town

Leading international Marketing and Communications Company looking for a graphic designer.

Salary: Market Related + Benefits

Requirements:

- Relevant Design qualification

- Minimum 1-5 years practical experience

- Experience in creating GIF banners

For more info visit: http://www.jobvine.co.za/job-detail/junior-mid-graphic-designer/1533654/

Graphic Designer - Fourways

Graphic designer and layout artist required for an established performance motoring publication.

Salary: Negotiable

Requirements:

- Minimum of 3yrs experience as a graphic designer.

- Fluency in current graphic design practices and web production software

- Own car and drivers license

For more info: http://www.jobvine.co.za/job-detail/graphic-designer-layout-artist/1532616/

Trainee Planner - Johannesburg

Trainee Merchandiser required in Johannesburg Metro

Salary: Negotiable

Requirements:

- Bachelors Degree in Commerce

- Previous experience merchandising planning function

- Competent in MS Office

For More Info: http://www.jobvine.co.za/job-detail/trainee-planner/1529095/

Shoes and Handbags Buyer - Sandton

Looking for a Shoes and Handbags buyer with practical experience in branded shoes and handbags.

Salary: Negotiable

Requirements:

- Preferably a Degree/Diploma in Fashion

- Minimum 3-5 years experience in buying branded fashion shoes and handbags

- Efficient at MS Office

For More Info: http://www.jobvine.co.za/job-detail/buyer-shoes-and-handbags/1534010/

JOBS

UR JOBS In conjunction with Job Vine SA

Bookkeeper - Rustenburg

Beautiful resort in Rustenburg has a vacancy open for a bookkeeper.

Salary: R25 000 p/m

Requirements:

- Qualification in Accounting or Finance

- Minimum 5yrs experience in Bookkeeping

- Must be computer literate.

For More Info: http://www.jobvine.co.za/job-detail/bookkeeper-nel2955mn/1533704/

HR Officer - Sandton

Seeking an experienced HR Officer for an established BPO dealing with local and international clients.

Salary: R22-28k p/m

Requirements:

- HR Qualification

- 2-3 years’ experience in a HR officer role

- Advanced knowledge in LRA, BCOE and SDA

For More Info: http://www.jobvine.co.za/job-detail/hr-officer-jhb/1533220/

PA/ Reception Office Admin - Midrand

Auto-motive company seeks a strong PA/Reception person for their auto repair business.

Salary: Negotiable

Requirements:

- Basic bookkeeping knowledge

- General office and admin knowledge

- Own Car essential

For More Info: http://www.jobvine.co.za/job-detail/pa-reception-office-admin/1533902/

For more job opportunities check out: www.jobvine.co.za

DISCLAIMER: All vacancies advertised have no affiliation with the ONE Media SA Group nor its brother and/ sister companies. Should the

reader want to enquire about any vacancies, the reader should contact Jobvine or the company advertising the post directly. ONE Media

SA Group will not be held accountable for incorrect information provided by the advertiser.

UR FOOD: RECIPES

by Nozibusiso Bhengu

Spring is knocking on our doorstep… Now here are some great salad recipes to help you

shed that winter weight away and look great for spring...

Holiday Chicken Salad

INGREDIENTS:

4 cups cubed, cooked

chicken meat

1 cup mayonnaise

1 teaspoon paprika

1 1/2 cups dried cranberries

1 cup chopped celery

2 green onions, chopped

1/2 cup minced green bell

pepper

1 cup chopped pecans

1 teaspoon seasoning salt

Ground black pepper to taste

HOW TO DO IT:

In a medium bowl, mix together mayonnaise with paprika and seasoned salt. Blend in dried

cranberries, celery, bell pepper, onion, and nuts. Add chopped chicken, and mix well.

Season with black pepper to taste. Chill 1 hour.

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UR FOOD: RECIPES

Roquefort Pear Salad

INGREDIENTS:

1 head leaf lettuce, torn into bite-

size pieces

3 pears - peeled, cored and

chopped

5 ounces Roquefort cheese,

crumbled

1 avocado - peeled, pitted, and

diced

1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions

1/4 cup white sugar

1/2 cup pecans

1/3 cup olive oil

3 tablespoons red wine vinegar

1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar

1 1/2 teaspoons prepared mustard

1 clove garlic, chopped

1/2 teaspoon salt

Fresh ground black pepper to taste

HOW TO DO IT:

In a skillet over medium heat, stir 1/4 cup of sugar together with the pecans. Continue stirring

gently until sugar has melted and caramelized the pecans. Carefully transfer nuts onto

waxed paper. Allow to cool, and break into pieces. For the dressing, blend oil, vinegar, 1 1/2

teaspoons sugar, mustard, chopped garlic, salt, and pepper. In a large serving bowl, layer

lettuce, pears, blue cheese, avocado, and green onions. Pour dressing over salad, sprinkle

with pecans, and serve.

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SPRINGBOKS START THEIR SEASON WITH A CLEAN SWEEP

It was thrilling for the nation to witness the Springboks in action yet again in the Quadrangular Series.

The Boks were undefeated in the series, playing three Test matches against Italy, Scotland and

Samoa respectively.

Italy proved to be no competition for the elite Boks outfit, thrashing them 44-10 at the Mr Price Kings

Park Stadium in Durban. However in their next Test match against Scotland, the European rugby

giants proved to be no slouches on the attack, scoring two quick try against a formidable Boks

defence before the half-time break. Springbok coach Heyneke Meyer must have given the boys a

heavy lecture in the changing room, as the outfit showed a lot more guts and determination in the

second-half; securing a consecutive 30-17 victory in the Triangular Series. Their last quest at the Loftus

Stadium in Pretoria proved to be an enticing exhibition for the Loftus-faithfuls when the men in green

and gold beat Samoa 56-23 in their last match of the Quadrangular Series. Bryan Habana put the

cherry on top of the victory-cake when he scored his 50th Test match try.

Injuries to Zane Kirchner, Francois Hougaard and Jano Vermaak gave young and exciting talented

players in Willie le Roux and Siyamthanda Kolisi an opportunity to make their debuts for the

Springboks in the Quadrangular Series. Fresh-blood in Kolisi and le Roux showed that even in their

youth, the pair where not wet behind the ears; with Kolisi securing a man of the match performance

in his debut match against Scotland; coming from the bench in the 4th minute to replace an injured

Arno Botha. Le Roux on the other hand showed why he was the Cheetahs' first choice full-back with

hard-hitting tackles in defence and very stealthy passes on the attack. He's technique under the high

ball was also something for him to brag about; winning a number of crucial try-scoring opportunities

in his defence.

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Willie le Roux wins a high ball against Scotland

However many concerns in the media have aroused to discussion. The exclusion of players like Heinrich Brussow, Gio Aplon

and Juan de Jongh, who despite their brilliant performances in the Vodacom Super Rugby competition have not been

able to get a run. Brussow who was undoubtedly one of the superstars for the Boks in the Webb Ellis 2011 Rugby World Cup

has not yet to have a game under Meyer's management. The Cheetahs flank is vastly known for his ability to steal balls in

the ruck, despite his finesse in the ruck, His much-essential ability seems not to be the answer for Meyer, opting for hard-

hitting loose-forwards in Botha, Kolisi, Marcell Coetzee and Willem Alberts.

All in all, Meyer and his troops had an outstanding Quadrangular Series campaign. Despite not giving players like Demetri

Catrakillis, Pieter-Steph du Toit and a few others a run, A number of combinations were put to the test, and with that been

said, many questions were answered. The Springboks' next challenge will be against the South American champions,

Argentina on August 17 at the Free State Stadium in Bloemfontein, in the much anticipated Castle Rugby Championship;

which shall also feature Australia and New Zealand.

by Mandilulame Manjezi

@Jizzyjakes

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UR STARS Aries

Elevate your thoughts and your mood by breaking your routine. This could take the form of an extended vacation or trip, or

changing the order in which you go through your day. You need to do something in order to loosen up your attitude and

stimulate your vital juices. This would not be a good time to change occupations or employment, as promotion may be in

order.

Taurus

Talk to a close friend or colleague long and seriously before taking a major step in your business or personal life. If you still

feel that you must make a change from your present set-up, do it quickly and cleanly, and do not vacillate. There could be

some interesting developments in the financial affairs of someone close to you which could have lasting effects on you.

Gemini

Your recent concern with your personal situation could be brought to a happy conclusion without your needing to take any

steps whatsoever. Business activity could increase; bring with it increased financial stability, but also a much increased

workload and additional responsibility. Accept an unexpected compliment without false humility or disclaimers.

Cancer

Try curbing your appetites in all directions and learn the comfort of simplicity. This may be very difficult to do, but

accomplishing this goal might well produce much happiness and personal satisfaction. Increase you vigilance over your

finances, or over any which you now oversee. Expect an unusual communication from one whom you had almost

forgotten.

Leo

Pay close attention to small details and you could find your income increasing by large amounts. Extra efforts on your

behalf by co-workers should be rewarded in some manner, but a personal thank-you could put icing on the cake. Note

carefully any changes that you want to make in a project and then follow through on supervision to make sure that things

are done correctly.

Virgo

An old flame could be having problems of a personal nature and could well call on you for help. Should this happen, you

could find yourself becoming involved all over again, if you are not careful. Expect some financial reverses, but don’t panic

over minor matters, as you could recover strongly by hanging tight. Chances for an improvement in your job situation are

good.

Libra

Late hours and too much entertaining could result in serious health problems for you if carried to excess. Make an effort to

spend more time with a young person who needs your guidance and support. Romantic involvement may be a good idea,

but playing too wide a field could cause you some personal embarrassment and create problems for you in career areas.

Scorpio

That letter you have been planning to write to an old friend should be completed without further delay, as unexpected

health problems could prevent future contact with this person for a long time. Business relationships with family members

should be avoided if at all possible. A new job opportunity should be investigated thoroughly before making any type of

commitment.

Sagittarius

Send an overdue letter to a close friend or relative who may be much in need of some cheering up and happiness. Any

associations with people of unsavory character could cast you in the same mold in the eyes of others, especially those who

have some input into your future and career. A romantic situation could develop with an old friend, but don’t expect

anything long term.

Capricorn

You should spend more time and effort to solidify recent gains and you could find yourself enjoying a longer period of

happiness. Expect some problems from an old incident you had almost forgotten. You can handle them, however, if you will

be frank and open in your dealings with those close to you. Try to get some time away from your work.

Aquarius

Change your plans for romance if it looks like they could interfere with your career. Search for an area of compromise with

a business associate who has developed an antagonistic attitude towards you. Special care should be used with medicines

and medications of all kinds, especially if you have had problems in the past with any kind of allergies. Overlook the quick

temper of one close to you.

Pisces

Business problems could increase unless you make a special effort to insure personal loyalty of everybody on your team. This

does not have to take the form of financial reward, although that may not be amiss, if you can afford it. A kind word or a

special recognition of performance could do the trick just as well. Expect love of a serious kind from a past lover to re-enter

your life now.

Adapted from Savannah.com

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As most of us know that Urban Reality Magazine is one of the ONE Media SA Group divisions and we

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one of you who has voted, our dedicated readers, our clients and associates and especially my team

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We hope to scoop the award on the 10th August 2013 when the awards take place, so that we can be

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