Star2023-12-07的目錄

Applications come only a day before Tongaat’s creditors are scheduled to vote on the business rescue plans, which outline two possible suitors for Tongaat. TONGAAT Hulett said RCL Foods & Sugar and the Sugar Association of South Africa (Sasa) had launched urgent High Court applications yesterday to prevent Tongaat’s business rescue proceedings from continuing. The applications come only a day before Tongaat’s creditors are scheduled to vote on the business rescue plans, which outline two possible suitors for Tongaat. RCL sought an interdict to prevent the meeting of Tongaat’s lenders tomorrow and that the business rescue plans be declared unlawful and set aside. RCL has had to make additional payments to Sasa because Tongaat and another sugar producer Gledhow Sugar Company were not paying their statutory industry obligations. Sasa in…

IN EUROPE, the Caribbean, India and elsewhere, the “fair share” debate between data-hungry over-the-top (OTT) operators and network providers is becoming sharper, providing impetus for South African regulators to move swiftly and decisively to address the issue here. OTT platforms like Netflix, YouTube, Facebook and Spotify have changed how consumers access media and have significantly disrupted the revenue streams and business models of network operators. For example, telcos have seen OTT platforms like WhatsApp, with direct messaging, or Zoom and similar platforms, with voice and video calls, displacing SMS and voice call revenue. But even as the revenues plummet the network providers continue to invest in the underlying infrastructure. This effectively enables OTT operators who overwhelming dominate traffic, but who contribute nothing to the infrastructure’s creation and growth. According to…

OVER THE YEARS, there have been efforts to renew Africa-France relations. President Emmanuel Macron made this a key priority for his Presidency when he assumed office in 2017. In many Francophone African countries, there is some disillusionment on how France has not man- aged to fully change the course and keep its promises made by its leader at Ouagadougou in 2017. He had promised to renew relations and overhaul France’s relations with the entire continent. Yes, many commitments have been made by France in the support of Africa’s entrepreneurship ecosystem. Some of these include a €130 million (R2.7 billion) investment in Digi-tal Africa, launched by the president to support Africa’s digital start-ups, which I had the opportunity to have co-chaired for one year; the other was a Choose…

THARISA, the resources group listed on the JSE and in London, said in an update for the year to September 30 that headline earnings per share were expected to be between 27.5 US cents and 28.5 US cents, a decrease of between 30.7% and 33.1% compared with the previous year. It said basic earnings per share on a fully diluted basis was expected to be between 27 US cents and 28 US cents, representing a decrease of between 47.9% and 49.8% over the previous year. In an update in October the group said the timeline for the Karo Platinum Project had been revised due to weak platinum group metals (PGM) basket prices and volatile macroeconomic conditions, in order to provide flexibility and to align with funding availability. “The Tharisa board…

MOMENTUM Investments has cautioned that the narrow-based advancement in the US equity market in 2023 has raised concerns about the sustainability of the upward trend into next year, adding that this might have an impact on South African financial markets. In their financial market outlook for 2024 yesterday, Momentum said the likelihood of a US recession, the outcomes of myriad global elections including in the US, South Africa (SA), Taiwan, and actual or potential military conflicts around the world, were among the important financial market risks to monitor in 2024. Momentum said uncertainties about geopolitics, US growth, inflation and policy rates were not reflected in low US equity volatility levels, potentially constraining future equity returns. Momentum economist Sanisha Packirisamy said indications of slowing US economic activity in 2024, the world’s…

While legendary boxer George Foreman reached the top during his illustrious career, he first he had to navigate his way around challenges and hardships. The American boxer had to channel his anger and overcome poverty in order to become an Olympic Gold medallist as well as a World Heavyweight champion. His journey is depicted in Netflix’s new sports drama, Big George Foreman: The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World. The biopic also reveals how a near-death experience took him from the boxing ring to the pulpit, and how he came out of retirement to help his family and church when they faced financial hardships. Big George Foreman features a star-studded cast. Khris Davis, who starred in Judas and the Black Messiah as well as…

NELSON Mandela would not be proud of President Cyril Ramaphosa’s performance during the past five years since taking over the affairs of the county, says ANC stalwart Mavuso Msimang. The veteran confirmed reports suggesting that Mandela wanted Ramaphosa to succeed him, but Mandela was thwarted by the ANC collective. Msimang was speaking during an interview on Newzroom Afrika on Tuesday as part of commemorating the 10 years since Mandela’s passing. “Yes, that is who he thought should be the deputy president and eventually, his successor ... He sat with his co-leaders and looked at the respective strengths and experiences of the potential contestants. They advised that Thabo Mbeki should be given the nod, and Mandela being a supreme democrat, accepted that decision,” he said. Asked if Mandela would be proud…

The man accused of being the mastermind behind the February 2020 theft at President Cyril Ramaphosa’s house at his Phala Phala game farm in Limpopo appeared in the Bela-Bela Magistrate’s Court yesterday seeking release on bail. Imanuwela David, 39, is charged alongside siblings Froliana Joseph, a domestic worker at the farm, and her brother, Ndilinasho Joseph. The Joseph siblings were released on bail last month. The State did not oppose bail, and it was set at R5 000 for Froliana and R10 000 for Ndilinasho. Bail conditions include that they hand over their passports, and may not leave the Bela-Bela area without informing the police. However, accused number one, David, was remanded in custody, paving the way for his formal bail application. His bail application was heard by magistrate…

We look at some of the local stars who made big strides this year by getting international recognition, appearing on major stages and being honoured among global giants. DJ Black Coffee In October, Grammy award-winning music DJ Black Coffee, real name Nkosinathi Maphumulo, marked a career-defining moment after becoming the first South African artist to fill Madison Square Gardens in New York City. The musician from Umlazi, Durban, was lauded for making history and flying the SA flag high. “The dream is becoming a reality. See you Saturday, NYC,” he said ahead of the event. Maphumulo has been solidifying his name on many international platforms. Trevor Noah Trevor Noah’s infectious personality has garnered him millions of followers across the globe, having hosted The Daily Show, one of the biggest shows…

EFF MP Mbuyiseni Ndlozi has expressed his support for musician Bulelwa “Zahara” Mkutukana who was admitted to hospital recently after complaining of pain. Ndlozi wrote a series of posts on X urging people to pray for Zahara. “South Africa, Africa let’s pray for Zahara. My sister Zahara, our prayers are with you. “Please fight sisi … fight, fight and fight hard. We are all with you,” said Ndlozi. In a statement shared publicly, her family and team expressed gratitude for the support. “We wanted to take this opportunity as a family to express gratitude for the outpouring of love, support and compassion for our dearest Zahara since the recent media articles about the nature of her health. “For your kindness and concern and because we know you love Zahara, we…

Custard: 2 cans 385g each condensed milk 6 cans milk (use the empty condensed milk cans to measure) 8 eggs 1 tbs + 1 tsp vanilla essence 2 tsp salt ¾ cups + 2 tbs cornflour 1 tbs ground cinnamon 4 cinnamon sticks 1 packet (200g) Boudoir biscuits Freshly brewed coffee, cooled, for dipping ½ can caramel dairy dessert 1 tsp ground cinnamon For serving: Fresh mint Cinnamon sticks, optional Method Mix the condensed milk and 5 cans of milk in a pot until well combined. Whisk together the eggs, vanilla essence and salt. Combine the remaining milk, cornflour and ground cinnamon to form a slurry. Set aside. Heat the condensed milk and milk mixture and cinnamon sticks over medium heat. Simmer for 10 to12 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add about…

Deputy President Paul Mashatile says government may review the value of the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant after concerns were raised that it was not in line with inflation. Unions, civil society and political parties have proposed different amounts for a basic income grant, from R650 to R1 400, but there is almost universal agreement the R350 that was paid to over 8 million unemployed South Africans was not enough to meet the rising cost of living. The government has been disbursing SRD grants of R350 since 2020 during the outbreak of Covid-19. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana announced in his Medium Term Budget Policy Statement that the grant would be extended until 2025 pending comprehensive social security reforms. Social Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu has also confirmed that plans…

The Toyota Hilux is taking its first step towards electrification with a new 48-volt mild hybrid model. Set to reach South Africa during 2024, the new powertrain derivative has just been announced in Europe. The system was designed specifically for the Hilux and consists of an engine-driven compact motor generator that powers up a 48V lithium battery, which can also be charged during braking. The system, in turn, can send up to 12kW and 65Nm through the motor generator to the 2.8-litre diesel engine – which itself produces 150kW and 500Nm – to enhance acceleration and efficiency. On that note, Toyota has yet to announce any fuel consumption figures for the new mild hybrid model, but claims to have improved efficiency by up to five percent. This is also partly…

In this digital age, we are constantly striving to gain new insights into healthier living. To navigate life effortlessly, it is necessary to understand our values and priorities. We often realise that the most valuable lessons are not only found in the answers but also in the questions that are asked. The wisdom of historical figures provides us with insights that can potentially reshape and guide our thinking into 2024; focusing on questions that are relevant to living “now”. What would your ideal day consist of? Craft your day with purpose and you will find yourself building a life that aligns with your deepest desires. It’s about carving out time for aspects that have a meaningful impact on your life. This question serves as a guide for making intentional choices…

KAIZER Chiefs have ample reason to ensure that they start the festive season on a high note when they visit Polokwane City in a DStv Premiership clash in Polokwane on Saturday. Chiefs ended November on a high as they beat Moroka Swallows in the Soweto derby to revive themselves after losing to another bitter rival, Orlando Pirates. That victory was key for the team and their plans to climb up the log standings as they are in eighth place with 17 points, 10 behind log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns. But it’s perhaps this time of the year – the festive season – that will test the character of the players, given the reports of player misconduct that have emerged from the club in recent weeks. Club captain Itumeleng Khune reportedly arrived…

SHARES in British American Tobacco (BAT) slumped 7% on the JSE yesterday after the company said it was writing off R597 billion on some of its cigarette brands, with analysts saying the company had paid too much for these although new products had attained break-even earlier. BAT closed 10.08% lower at R532 on the JSE yesterday as investors weighed future prospects for the company and the effects of the write-off. “Cigarettes are taking a pounding in USA, volumes down. Many headwinds. New products are doing quite well with break-even soon, two years earlier than expected,” said Wayne McCurrie, an analyst with FNB. Other analysts said BAT had “clearly paid too much for the acquisition of Reynolds” a few years ago. Macroeconomic pressures in BAT’s US market were also impacting…

THE COMPETITION Tribunal yesterday said that it had granted an application by the Competition Commission to amend its complaint referral against Corobrik and SmartStone Precast. The tribunal is investi- gating a charge by the commission that the two firms divided markets between them, by allocating customers in contra- vention of the Competition Act. The tribu- nal’s order means that the scope of the commission’s referral, which is before the tribunal, will be extended to include a com- plaint of price-fixing in addition to the complaint of alleged market division by allocating customers for the manufactur- ing and supply of bricks, pavers and blocks, in contravention of the Competition Act. The commission applied to the tribunal to amend its referral after it said it uncovered new information during the discovery phase…

THE COMMITMENT by the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (Dtic) on the Electric Vehicle (EV) White Paper was a welcome move. However, localisation remained a critical factor in South Africa’s automotive industrialisation strategy, the National Association of Automotive Component and Allied Manufacturers (Naacam) CEO Renai Moothilal said yesterday. Moothilal said in an interview with Business Report that without transitioning, the sector might lose its major direct component and vehicle export market. He said the component sector alone accounted for more than 80 000 direct jobs and contributed significantly to the sector’s overall contribution to gross domestic product (GDP) of 4.9%. “Without a domestic component sector, the South African automotive industry could effectively become a hollowed out assembly base at most and result in significant job losses and reduced…

THE SUMMER season presents the perfect opportunity for countless small businesses across South Africa to regroup and re-strategise ahead of the festive rush. With careful planning and some housekeeping, you can position your small business to take full advantage of the heightened enthusiasm for shopping and the potential for attracting new customers. These four tips are a good place to start: Keep the cost-conscious consumer top of mind With the mounting socio-economic pressures that this year has brought, South Africans have tightened their budgets. The ripple effect of ongoing load shedding, record-high inflation and the high cost of borrowing have compelled many consumers to review their spending habits. The impact of this change in consumer behaviour has reflected in retail sales volumes, which according to Trading Economics, have followed a…

METAIR Investments said yesterday its CEO Sjoerd Douwenga had decided to resign, also as an executive director, for health reasons, from January 31, 2024, and that a European subsidiary may face a probe due to possible anti-competitive behaviour. The share price did not react well to the announcements and fell by more than 5% Wednesday afternoon, and closing 6.42% lower at R16.75 on the JSE. Douwenga was first appointed to Metair’s board in 2014, and he first served as chief financial officer before recently being appointed as CEO. “The board wishes him all the best in his future endeavours,” a statement said. The board said Metair’s leadership team remained stable, experienced, and skilled and a recruitment process was underway to identify a successor, while a plan was in place to…

Late kwaito star Tebogo Ndlovu, aka Zombo, shot up the trends list this week after his ex partner took to X to talk about her HIV-positive status. In a thread of posts, motivational speaker Lebogang Motsumi shared how she met the late star. She detailed their relationship and said she “never associated myself with the virus”. She recalled how she was just looking for fame. A few months after their separation, he called her to ask her to tune in to watch a TV show, Live Amp. “He appeared on the show sitting on a wheelchair. He then disclosed his HIV status and mentioned he went around spreading the virus cause he didn’t want to die alone,” she wrote. Recalling the day, Young, Famous & African reality star Andile Ncube,…

For a while now people have been saying that Ford South Africa has become almost exclusively a Ranger, Everest and Mustang company, with little in the way of alternatives compared to most other manufacturers. That’s about to change with the recent announcement that the Silverton-based company will be expanding their offering to include the new Territory, new versions of the Tourneo and Transit, the new Mustang and Mustang Mach-E, and in this case, the Ford Puma. I first saw it in Barcelona earlier this year, in fact there were many in Paris too, and immediately liked the styling with its bug-eyed appearance, sloping roof and funky lines breaking the often rather staid offerings in the compact crossover segment. Ford were at pains to explain that the Puma is not a…

Mornay Smith has had to carry the Bulls scrum over the last few years, but now he has welcome support in the giant frame of Wilco Louw. Smith, who will turn 26 in late January, has had to earn his stripes at the coalface of the Bulls set piece after the departure of Trevor Nyakane to Racing 92 in France a few seasons ago. But the return of 29-year-old Springbok Louw to Pretoria this season has lightened the load on Smith. He is also picking up valuable insights on the ‘dark arts’ of the front row from a seasoned campaigner like Louw, who hails from the Boland and started his pro career at the Bulls, before a good few years at the Stormers, Toulon and Harlequins. The 14-cap Bok has…

IT is one of the great anomalies in sevens rugby: Why do the Blitzboks dominate at the Dubai Sevens, but then battle on home soil in Cape Town a week later? That question will again be buzzing in the ears of the Springbok Sevens squad that will kick off their Cape Town Sevens campaign against Great Britain at Cape Town Stadium on Saturday (10.50am). The South Africans are coming off their fifth consecutive Dubai Sevens title, having beaten Argentina 12-7 in last Sunday’s final. Yet they last claimed the Cape Town crown in 2015, and in five tournaments since, they’ve reached the final twice without grabbing the trophy. That’s something stalwart forward Ryan Oosthuizen and the rest of the squad are hoping to change this weekend. After the Great Britain…

Dean Burmester tees off in this week’s Alfred Dunhill Championship seeking a rare hat-trick of titles on the Sunshine Tour and DP World Tour as he joins an impressive field of stars on the fairways of Leopard Creek. Burmester has dominated the last two co-sanctioned tournaments with his victories in the Joburg Open and the South African Open, and is a clear favourite for the Alfred Dunhill Championship, which tees off at South Africa’s top-ranked golf course today. The fact that he has the opportunity to make it three wins in a row at possibly his favourite golf course and venue this week, makes the challenge even more special. “I’m very happy and blessed to be able to come to a place like this and enjoy it and do what…

Mikel Arteta refused to play the blame game after goalkeeper David Raya’s errors almost cost Arsenal dearly in a thrilling 4-3 victory at Luton Town in the Premier League on Tuesday. The Spaniard, who has replaced Aaron Ramsdale between the posts after joining on loan from Brentford, was culpable as Luton scored twice in eight minutes to take the lead. He was caught out of position by a 49th-minute corner, which allowed Elijah Adebayo to make it 2-2, and then dived over a Ross Barkley shot that put the hosts in front. Thankfully for him, Kai Havertz equalised and then Declan Rice scored the winner in the seventh minute of added time to send Arsenal five points clear, until Liverpool’s trip to Sheffield Wednesday last night. “We have to defend…

THE EUROPEAN Union (EU) has signalled its full commitment to forge ahead with the phase-out of fossil fuel usage at the hotly-contested COP28, amidst South Africa raising concerns about the EU’s carbon adjustment measures. EU special envoy for climate and environment Anthony Agotha yesterday said the region had a huge interest in energy security, because it did not have a lot of oil and gas, like the US does. Agotha said the EU had weaned itself off Russian gas, from importing 155 billion cubic metres to 40 to 45 billion cubic metres this year in a very short period, while also ramping up its renewable energy. “The EU is staying the course, despite the fact that we have been hit very heavily and you can blame us for…

THE FNB/BER Civil Construction Index reverted back to its third quarter level in the fourth quarter, meaning that almost 60% of respondents were dissatisfied with prevailing business conditions, but indicators point to a rebound, at least in the short term. The sub-indices painted a more up- beat picture than the overall decline in the index. Growth in activity continued to gain momentum, resulting in better than average overall profitability. “Activity in the civil construction sector has been on an upward trajectory for the past few quarters. However, according to Statistics South Africa it fell back somewhat in the third quarter, contracting in real terms by 0.9% year-on-year”, FNB senior economist Siphamandla Mkhwanazi said yesterday. “The underlying data related to activity, profitability and tender competition are much more positive than what…

Alan Shannon THE HOLIDAY season has always been a crucial period for businesses, particularly those in the retail sector, as tills ring in harmony with the sound of cheesy Christmas songs on an endless loop. But, these days, the number of consumers flocking to the high street in search of holiday bargains is steadily declining, and the battle for wallet share is shifting online. For small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa, the surge in online shopping during times like the holiday season has underscored the critical importance of a robust e-commerce offering not just as a supplement to traditional retail, but more so as the main driver of holiday sales. As the 2023 holiday season is upon us, and SMEs are faced with the daunting task of carving…

JENS SCHULTE-Bockum would step down from his role as group chief operations officer (GCOO) and the Group Exco when his fixed-term contract ends on March 31, 2024, mobile operator MTN said yesterday In a statement, MTN said Selorm Adadevoh was appointed to take over the role, effective April 1, 2024. Selorm joined MTN in 2018 as CEO of key subsidiary MTN Ghana and brought extensive experience to his new role, the firm said. “Having spent seven years at MTN, Jens has played a valuable role and made a significant contribution to the group over the duration of his tenure. “The company thanks Jens for the vital role he has played in the scaling of our core connectivity business across home, fibre, enterprise and network as a service, in line…

TECHNOLOGY company Ayo Technology Solutions (AYO) generated R2.3 billion in the full year period to end August, about 28% up on the prior year’s revenue after a restructuring exercise and despite tough economic conditions in South Africa. AYO has been reconfigured into an investment holding company and trades through its portfolio of investments in various technology units. The rise in revenue for the period under review has been attributed to “improved revenue generation from the managed services and unified communications” divisions. The Sizwe IT Group, which falls under AYO’s managed services division, weighed in with a revenue contribution of R1.2bn compared to R933 million a year earlier. AYO has attributed the stronger revenues from Sizwe IT. Moreover, AYO’s unified communication division comprised of Kathea and Kalula performed well. Kathea…

No STRANGER to controversy, Musa Khawula shared a video on his X account allegedly showing Emtee being removed from the stage as Shebeshxt made his entrance at the Alex Music Festival over the weekend. But the video doesn’t really show Emtee getting booted. Instead, it’s just Emtee hanging out behind Shebeshxt while the crowd goes nuts. The caption for his post read: “Emtee booted off the stage upon the arrival of Shebeshxt”. Is Musa just cooking up drama or did something really go down? Emtee did not handle the allegation well. In a now deleted post, according to The South African, he responded: “Your mother got booted out. You f***got! B**ch ass b*ti boy mad cos I ain’t come to your stupid ass podcast. F*** you. I’m f***in you…

DIRECTORS and executives of the banks who had manipulated the rand should face prosecution in their individual capacity for the detriment they have inflicted upon the country’s economy. This was the message from ANC secretary-general Fikile Mbalula during a media briefing at the party’s headquarters, Luthuli House, in Johannesburg yesterday. Manipulation of the rand was a crime of corruption, and must be called by its first name without fear or favour, he said. “This act is nothing short of a crime against the South African people,” Mbalula said. He stated that corruption in the private sector was still corruption, and its consequences were just as severe. He reiterated the ANC’s call for law enforcement agencies to act decisively and expediently in bringing criminal charges against those individuals and banking institutions…

An aggrieved cheating ex-wife, who was on the verge of losing part of her Pretoria house she shared with her ex-husband, has taken the matter on appeal to the Gauteng High Court, Pretoria. The woman has been spared, for now, after the high court ordered the matter be sent back to the magistrate’s court so that the lower court could first explore and determine the factual position around the ownership of the property and make an informed decision regarding the forfeiture of the house. The former couple were married in community of property in September 2016. They had no children in the marriage. The wife instituted divorce proceedings and claimed a decree of divorce with the division of the joint estate. The husband lodged a counter-claim for forfeiture of matrimonial…

THE iconic stadiums in the City of Tshwane – HM Pitje and Odi – will be given a new lease of life following a proposal to transform them into multiple sport and mixed-use facilities with a view to making them financially viable. The future of the stadiums is detailed in a recently tabled council report, which proposed that they be leased to private investors for a maximum period of 80 years to turn them into multipurpose sporting facilities. In terms of the report, accounting officer Johann Mettler has been mandated to conduct a public participation session to solicit general views on the proposal. In the event of the City not receiving objections, the lease process would go ahead in terms of the municipality’s approved land management policy, according to the…

SCIENTISTS at the University of Pretoria (UP) are leading a study of natural hydrogen gas discovered under the Earth’s surface in Mpumalanga – a source of renewable energy that could contribute to the national energy budget and help address the energy shortage in South Africa. While it is still too early to know how much of an effect the discovery could have on the country’s national energy landscape if exploited, the scientists have envisaged small “stand-alone” generation units (powering generators with a capacity of about 20 kilowatts) for local domestic or minor industrial use. However, recent stories in Europe suggest that some natural hydrogen resources might be much bigger than originally thought. “There might well be an untapped renewable, non-polluting energy supply that has gone unnoticed for centuries, right under…

Some Unisa students who have been accused of violating the invigilator application processes have accused the university of sabotaging their careers. This after a number of students who were found by the university to have violated the rules for the usage of the Invigilator App are expected to retake their exams. But a final-year student who spoke to The Star on condition of anonymity told of her agony in trying to complete her studies while dealing with the online exam problem. “I have been writing two modules now… I have paid for remark scripts as the PVL3701 has exactly the same marks as the previous year’s marks. Numerous times I have been to Unisa and showed them proof that I have paid and then they say they will email me…

Ten years after Mandela’s passing, and 30 years since the ANC conned the world into believing that it had the moral high ground to rule South Africa, the fabric of society lies in tatters. Mandela, in spite of his personal failings, had somehow morphed into a saintly figure and in the process, gained respect across the length and breadth of the country and the world. Mandela was streets ahead of the presidents who followed him – none have gained the respect he had achieved. An entire ANC has not been able to present the country with a man or woman who would inspire the citizens of this country to elevate their decency and humanity. Madiba is missed, for he was uniquely inspirational.…

Rounding up a two-day media event packed with exciting reveals from Jaecoo and Omoda, and a first impressions drive of the recently launched Chery Tiggo 7 Pro Max, the last item on the agenda was a drive in the spicy Omoda C5 GT. The Omoda C5 GT is set to appeal to individuals who want to stand out and as such, the Chery-owned brand has positioned it as a “New Fashion Crossover SUV”. Key styling differences in the C5 GT include a lower front bumper, a split headlight design, T-shaped daytime-running lights, urban flowing matrix LED taillights, front and rear spoilers, side skirts, and of course, an aerodynamic rear wing. The Omoda C5 GT boasts gold trimmings at the front and rear, a gold logo up front, gold ‘GT’ badge…

A few days ago I addressed comrades from branches in uMlazi. In my address, I pointed out that we owe our greatest sacrifices borne by our forebears. Their heroic deeds shaped not only the ANC but our great South African nation, our beloved country. Those of us who are leaders today must remain faithful to the ideals of our ancestors. In our daily conduct we should live to achieve our core principles and values: Principles of selfless service to the people. Honesty, commitment, loyalty and hard work. Volunteerism in the true sense of it. To be faithful to the people of South Africa. To actively fighting against corrup- tion t obe free of it. A real commitment and practical steps were taken to renew our movement. End factionalism and unite…

The Emirates Lions will have a familiar face as their tour guide when they arrive in Perpignan later today, with Marvin Orie sure to point his old mates around the picturesque small city in the southernmost part of France. Come Sunday in the EPCR Challenge Cup, though, if the Springbok and former Lions lock is selected to face his old team, it will be all business. This the Joburgers know, as explained by assistant coach Julian Redelinghuys earlier this week, even though the Blood and Gold remain a bit of an enigma. Said Redelinghuys: “We are looking forward to seeing Marvie. He was obviously an ex-Lions player. “With any French team, like Perpignan, they are big, strong teams. We don’t know how the French teams are going to play in…