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01/11/2018

This October 30th, join fellow South Africans as we celebrate the spirit of Ubuntu and launch in partnership with Brand South Africa.

officially launches in South Africa
is a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organisations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Following the widely recognised shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday, this year’s will take place on 27 November and will kick off the giving season by inspiring people to collaborate and give back.

Laura Parker, executive director for Boys & Girls Clubs of South Africa, and the global Lead for , shared “I volunteered to get involved in the movement as it’s a pervasive idea that brings the social sector together towards a common goal. Not only does it speak to what non-profits really need, which is funding to support their critical, ongoing operations, but it also celebrates and recognises organisations and individuals who already give.”

Founded in 2012 by the 92nd Street Y – a community and cultural center in New York City − has inspired millions of people to give back and support the causes they believe in. Over $300m was raised online to benefit a tremendously broad range of organisations, and much more was given in volunteer hours, donations of food and clothing, and acts of kindness in 2017.

“We are incredibly inspired by the way the community has embraced this concept for a worldwide movement,” said Henry Timms, founder of and executive director of 92Y. “As we prepare for 27 November, we’re energised and encouraged by the community’s generosity. The levels of creativity, effort and the quality of the new ideas people have contributed and shared are phenomenal.”

Terry Pheto, Kabelo Mabelane and Danny Koppel, Brent Lindeque, and Bokang M Tshabalala have all offered their giving stories, in support of . They share how they support initiatives and give hope through Save the Children South Africa, the Shout Foundation, the Good Things Guy, and the Bokang Montjane Foundation respectively.

Added by Toni Gumede, strategic relationship manager from Brand South Africa, “We are excited to launch this movement in South Africa as it speaks to active citizenship, mobilising individuals around social causes, and has a collaborative value system built into it, which is directly tied to our values as an organisation, and to who we are as South Africans.”

The Nelson Mandela Foundation also expressed its support of as the ethos of the movement ties firmly in with the centenary celebrations.

For more details about the movement and/or to set up interviews, please contact:

This October 30th, join fellow South Africans as we celebrate the spirit of Ubuntu and launch in partnership with Brand South Africa...

01/11/2018

Launched in August this year, Cartoon Network Africa's Powerpuff Girls (PPG) Awards is just about ready to draw to a close, with the winners to be announced at the end of October. The awards aims to celebrate and empower young African girls between the ages of nine and 14 by showcasing how they're using their superhero skills to bring about extraordinary changes to their respective worlds.

Launched in August this year, Cartoon Network Africa's Powerpuff Girls (PPG) Awards is just about ready to draw to a close...

10/08/2018

Millicent a beacon of hope for teenage girls


Khuliso Millicent Mutavhatsindi from Destined Ladies has become a beacon of hope for many teenage girls in the Vhembe District. She not only gives them the necessary toiletries, but she is always there for them when they need to talk.

“I started Destined Ladies because I realised that there are many girls out there who cannot talk to their parents or other family members,” she said. “I wanted them to speak out when they come across things like r**e, abuse or disappointments in their lives. The danger of not speaking to someone while you are going through something is that you can end up committing su***de.”

Destined Ladies also encourages young girls to stay away from relationships. “Relationships come with a lot of distractions. When it comes to academics, some girls end up falling pregnant at an early age,” she warned. “It was important for me to start an organisation that will address such issues and save young girls and encourage them to become who they want to become.”

Destined Ladies currently has about 130 girls in the group and some of them have gone on to form their own organisation, such as Mpho Mafunise of Be That Girl, Muofhe of African Confidence and Wanga Millicent of African Teens.

If you want to know more about Destined Ladies, you can contact them on their email address: [email protected] or call Millicent at 0715418844 or go to their page: Destined Ladies.

Khuliso Millicent Mutavhatsindi from Destined Ladies has become a beacon of hope for many teenage girls in the Vhembe District. She not only gives them the necessary toiletries, but she is always there for them when they need to talk.

10/08/2018

National Treasury has release a report from the expert panel into zero-rated value added tax items, which has recommended that white bread, sanitary products, school uniforms and nappies be included amongst items that are zero-rated for tax (VAT).

After receiving a one week extension on its deadline to submit the report, the panel submitted the report to National Treasury on Monday and Treasury made the report public on Friday afternoon. Former finance minister Malusi Gigaba notched VAT up by one percentage point in February.

The panel was asked to assess the current list of zero-rated food items and consider additional zero-rated items to be included as well as measures to mitigate the impact of VAT the increase on poorer households.

National Treasury released the report on its website on Friday, after Minister of Finance Nhlanhla Nene granted the expert panel a one week extension.

The report also recommends that the government speeds up the provision of free sanitary products to the poor. A statement accompanying the final report said the zero-rating of school uniforms should be done if these can be separated from general clothing.

“For each of the recommended items, the panel suggests that National Treasury does further work to ensure that the benefits of zero-rating accrue to consumers and are not captured by producers,” the statement continued.

The report also highlighted programmes which would assist poorer households, such as the strengthening of the National School Nutrition Programme and increasing child support grant provisions and old age pensions.

“Taking the recommendations and the public comments, as well as the evaluation of the recommendations by National Treasury and the SA Revenue Service, the minister of finance will then decide which of the panel’s recommendations to implement,” the statement said.

National Treasury has given the general public until the end of August to make comments on the final report.

National Treasury has released a VAT report on its website, after Minister of Finance Nhlanhla Nene granted an expert panel a one week extension.

10/08/2018

So far, this has been a year of devastating lows and resounding highs. We’ve wept too many times, and ululated until our voices went hoarse. We’ve marched and we’ve stood in silent protest. We’ve been active in voicing our concerns, and deliberately withheld our support when it wasn’t deserved. It’s been a tough year to be a woman. But it’s also been a year in which women have showcased their greatness.

Women are worthy of honour every day of the year, but in recognition of Women’s Day 2018, we’d like to pay tribute to just a few.

The Makers

9 Women who’ve made our year!

For making us feel proudly South African, athlete Caster Semenya
For making the most beautiful object in the country, product designer Thabisa Mjo
For making ubuntu part of her career journey, UCT vice-chancellor Prof. Mamokgethi Phakeng
For making us Netflix, chill and laugh, comedienne Tumi Morake
For making graduation a community celebration, actress Nomzamo Mbatha
For making the CEO ceiling shatter, African bank head Basani Maluleke
For making swimwear that reflects BaSotho culture, fashion designer Mapitso Thaisi
For making an apolitical comeback, Lindiwe Mazibuko
For making come to our TV screens, actress Phumzile Dorah Sitole

DESTINY Magazine - So far, this has been a year of devastating lows and resounding highs. We've wept too many times, and ululated until our voices went hoarse. We've marched

10/08/2018

Just like it takes a village to raise a child, Nomzamo Mbatha believes it takes a community to celebrate graduation

In April this year, Nomzamo Mbatha graduated with a BCom Accounting degree from the University of Cape Town. It was a notable achievement for the actress who had initially dropped out due to financial reasons. However it was a bittersweet day due to the absence of many loved ones.

To find a way of incorporating them, Mbatha had a dress designed with pictures of late family members such as her two sisters, father and grandmother. In recognition of the su***de of her younger sister, she also included the telephone number for the South African Depression & Anxiety Group, and words of encouragement and support. These tributes were a way of making her family part of the day.

Mbatha also decided to include a wider community in the graduation joy. Ahead of the ceremony, she invited fellow UCT graduates to join her and get their make up done courtesy of her and Ground Zero Productions. She had a makeup team on standby for students who would be graduating on April 3, the same day as her.

DESTINY Magazine - Just like it takes a village to raise a child, Nomzamo Mbatha believes it takes a community to celebrate graduation

10/08/2018

With a graduation, broken records and award nominations athlete Caster Semenya has had a stellar 2018.

From being nominated for the prestigious Laureus World Sports Award for Sportswoman of the Year to deciding to challenge that controversial IAAF ruling – Semenya has shown true class and through all the ups and downs of her career this year.

She also found the time to fulfil her dream of completing a degree in sports science from North West University.

Her recent victories have also captured even more South African hearts.

Recently, she managed to break two records during the African Athletics Championships held in Nigeria for the 400m and the 800m races.

Her 400m win was a national record breaker which was held for 18 years. She won the 800m race in a time of 1:56:06, breaking a record held since 1993. This victory means that she has won 27 consecutive 800m finals since 2015.

DESTINY Magazine - With a graduation, broken records and award nominations athlete Caster Semenya has had a stellar 2018.

10/08/2018

Moving up in her career has turned out to be to the benefit of more people

Professor Mamokgethi Phakeng started the year as deputy vice-chancellor for research and internationalisation at UCT. Then in July, her career took a well-earned rise when she was appointed vice-chancellor of the university with effect from 1 July 2018.

The UCT Council congratulated Professor Phakeng on reaching this milestone in her career.

Chair of Council Sipho Pityana said that the decision to appoint Professor Phakeng had followed a competitive recruitment process that included public presentations to stakeholders by the shortlisted candidates. What had stood out was her sound knowledge of the key challenges and opportunities arising from the changing higher education environment both locally and globally.

While her appointment was lauded, it wasn’t just the council or other academics who stand to benefit. Phakeng has been committed to demonstrating a spirit of ubuntu throughout her career. She is the founder of the Adopt-a-learner trust, a nonprofit organisation that provides financial support to learners from townships and rural areas to acquire higher-education qualifications.

When she assumed the position of vice-chancellor Phakeng pledged 10% of her salary to funding black postgraduate students. This amounts to R200 000 a year. She also forfeited her inauguration ceremony to reduce unnecessary expenditure.

“The basic thing is, it’s not consistent with my values to spend money when there is such a shortage of it,” she said in an interview with City Press.

Commenting on her appointment, Professor Phakeng said, “I am honoured to have been afforded an opportunity to lead one of the best institutions on the continent. I am particularly humbled by the overwhelming support that I have received within the university community. Here is her heartwarming welcome message from the first day on the job:

DESTINY Magazine - Moving up in her career has turned out to be to the benefit of more people

28/07/2018

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05/06/2018

After four years of research for her PhD in physics, Siphephile Ncube has joined an elite group of technologists in Africa after she developed a unique way to make computers, cellphones and calculators work faster without crashing.