Varsity Students – Are you a bright young mind?
Are you a Kleva Young thing? Are you you in your final year or post grad year at Varsity? Are you talented? Do you stand out? Are you a high-achiever? If you answer yes to those questions, you have the opportunity to become one of this year’s Bright Young Minds. Which means you get taken to an intensive all-expenses paid business learning conference whe… re you will network with powerful business leaders and your fellow other 99 bright sparks. Here is the deal – click here to go to the site: The prestigious search is on for South Africa’s brightest, most dynamic and passionate students who want the all expenses paid networking opportunity of a lifetime. Brightest Young Minds (BYM) have announced the launch of the exciting 2006 search among South Africa’s top 14 universities for the country’s 100 most talented students. BYM, a University of Stellenbosch initiative linked to AIESEC International, bridges the often inaccessible or daunting gap between university life and the corporate world, for final year and post-graduate students who display exceptional abilities. BYM President, Christine Strutt comments, “South Africa is a country burgeoning with new talent – it’s an incredibly exciting place to be. Brightest Young Minds seeks to promote and nurture exceptional students through enviable networking opportunities with some of South Africa’s most successful companies and prolific personalities.” Now in its seventh year, BYM seeks to create a platform that showcases the talent of South Africa’s future leaders, while providing an incredible opportunity for them to be exposed to, challenged and inspired by some of the country’s current visionaries, humanitarians and business icons. The BYM conference attracts speakers from the cream of the business world. Previous mentors include Finance Minister, Trevor Manuel, founder and Executive Chairman of Master Currency, Zitulele ‘KK’ Combi, and CEO of the International Marketing Council, Yvonne Johnston. BYM does not only focus on academic excellence, but selects delegates according to the criteria of leadership, initiative, passion and drive. “South Africa’s future business leaders and decision-makers need to be so much more then simply academically gifted. So the opportunity to become a 2006 BYM and change your life forever is open to all, not just outstanding intellectuals,” says Strutt. The 100 extraordinary new BYM recruits, chosen through a rigorous selection process from thousands of entries, will be invited to attend the prestigious, all-expenses paid, seventh annual BYM conference. The conference, scheduled to take place from 2 to 9 July 2006 in Johannesburg, has this year secured corporate support from BHP Billiton, Cashbuild, Sanlam and Vodacom. Strutt continues, “Brightest Young Minds believe they will facilitate the transfer of invaluable professional knowledge from...
Soweto BnB’s offering Tsotsi special deal to Brits
While some Joburgers have still not ventured into the vibrant and changing streets of Soweto, the clever minds behind the Soweto Bed and Breakfast association are punting a tour and overnight stay in Soweto on the back of the release of TSOTSI in London. 4,00.html”>Click here to go to the Guardian article: To coincide with the release of South African film Tsotsi – a psychological thriller set in the Johannesburg township of Soweto – the Soweto B&B Association is offering two-and three-night packages for tourists to stay there, helping to regenerate the area. Full-day tours and an overnight stay are priced at ý95pp. Book through Rainbow Tours (020 7226 1004; www.rainbowtours.co.uk). KLEVA! That’s about R1100. Jozi people get a life… best you get going to Soweto and experience real life before the tourists take over. We recommend lunch at Nambitha’s – click here for our article on...
KARL GIETL @ the AFRONOVA gallery in Newtown
This is a gallery made for artists and people that like to enjoy their days… it’s only open from 1pm – 8pm everyday and is right over the road from the Market Theatre. This is the second exhibition – make sure to get there and tell all your friends! Joburg figure and multi talented artist Karl Gietl embarks on a colourful Search for Paradise in the streets of the African globa…l village and he is not in a hurry to reach his destination. He takes us on the road to perdition and explores the sinful corners of human psyche, lit only with red lights and inhabited by city mythologies and lurid encounters. Karl Gietl is first of all a powerful painter, traditional yet inventive. In an organic balance of ability and boldness, he captures the human situations and appropriates the space, whether it is in Jozi, in Maputo or in Paris and Amsterdam. He is a disciplined and gifted storyteller celebrating life with humour. CLICK HERE FOR KARL’s SITE to find out more about him and see his work. Exhibition runs until Saturday 29 April Gallery Hours : Tuesday to Saturday 13:00 to 20:00 Contacts c: +27(0)837265906 The gallery is just across the Market Theatre entrance Safe parking corner Miriam Makeba and Gwigwi Mrwebi St – Newtown Po box 3205 – Parklands 2121 – Johannesburg – South Africa **************************************************** 26 Jan Afronova presents an exhibition of new works by Joburg based Sandile Zulu and artist Gonýalo Mabunda from Maputo. The second exhibition will present new works by Joburg based Sandile Zulu together with Gonýalo Mabunda from Maputo, starting Friday, October 28. More fire ! In this show, both artists explore the cycles of destruction and regeneration in the process of creation and history, suggesting new symbols of universality and vitality. An internationaly acclaimed artist, Mabunda deals with the destruction of civil war by neutralizing its weapons and creating peaceful or cheerful sculptures. Zulu, in his own way, scientifically explores the elemental cycle of life in search of new meanings and creative truth by burning and extinguishing canvases and materials. Exhibition runs from 28 October until saturday 26 November. Tuesday to Saturday 13:00 to 20:00 Email Afronova Phone: +27(0)837265906 Safe parking corner Miriam Makeba and Gwigwi Mrwebi St – Newtown ******************************************* 11 September Afronova is a new Pan African gallery for modern and contemporary art created by Billie Zangewa together with Henri Vergon. The elegant gallery space is located in the heart of Johannesburg, the Market Theatre Precinct in Newtown, and contributes to the cosmopolitan landscape of the city. Afronova presents exhibitions of modern and contemporary art from the African...
Angelique Kidjo @ Spier for Easter Sun
YES! Angelique Kidjo, one of Africa’s most revered female singers will be at Spier in the Western Cape for an Easter Sunday show. We’ve only heard good things about chilling at Spier and we encourage everyone to go and listen to this incredible Songstress. Here is the deal. Click here to learn more about this world musician Angelique: The… Old Mutual Encounters Festival comes to Spier for the first time on Sunday 16 April 2006, with a line-up which is set to wow audiences. Old Mutual and Oppikoppi Productions have joined forces again to make sure that the Easter weekend is a memorable one by presenting a star-studded programme. Angelique Kidjo will be performing at the Old Mutual Encounters Picnic at Spier on Easter Sunday, along with talented and diverse local icons such as Watershed, Chris Chameleon, Vusi Mahlasela and Robin Auld. This African-born songstress, Angelique Kidjo who has been nominated for four Grammy awards, has cross-pollinated the West African traditions of her childhood in Benin with elements of American R&B funk and jazz, as well as influences from Europe and Latin America. Throughout her career she has collaborated with a diverse group of international artists like Santana and Gilberto Gil. Her duet with Dave Matthews on the song “Iwoya” which appeared on her last CD Black Ivory Soul, was a critical success that helped diversify her fan base. “Music has the ability to cross borders, transcend boundaries and unite people”, says Angelique of her music. CLICK HERE TO GO TO SPIER. ******************************************* 6 Feb 2006 If you are a regular Representor you will know that we rate Lebo Mashile as one of South Africa’s most incredible live performers – the sincerity of her poetry and the emotion driving her live performance is a must-see. She is one of several famous names on the program this weekend at the open-air poetry festival at the Spier Summer Arts season on the 3 and 4 February. Go and lap up sweet words and sweet rhythms in the fading Cape summer evenings. The Spier Summer Arts Season has collaborated with acclaimed author and poet Antjie Krog to present this new open-air Poetry Festival of famous names and famous poems. Antjie Krog, renowned poet, writer, journalist and Extraordinary professor at the University of the Western Cape, has curated this programme of poets where audiences can expect to experience a diverse mix of local and international poets performing their work in English, Afrikaans and Xhosa. Poems will be read, spoken, performed with bands, rapped or delivered from the gut in the case of Imbongi Mngomeni. Acclaimed poets of the likes of Yvette Christiansý, (South...
Zim Film Fest calling for entries
We don’t know much more about it other than that there is a Zimbabwe FIlm Festival at the end of August and they’re calling for entries…Click here to go to the site for more info. The Zimbabwe International Film Festival (ZIFF) is back for its 9th edition. Set to take place from 25 August to 3 September, ZIFF 2006 is calling for entries in t…he feature film, documentary and short film categories from any genre. The films will be up for eleven coveted Mweya awards at our annual Closing Night ceremony on Saturday 2 September 2006....
Mon laugh – PalmPilot and DVD writer for sale
Thought you guys would appreciate these pictures as a bit of tongue-in-cheek humour. If you would like to see them more clearly – click here for the PalmPilot and page down once you get there for the DVDWriter. Thanks to Del for sending them through – certainly will bright… en up the Mon morning blues. Turns out they are from an awesome site called “Worth1000” which claims to be “the top creative competition and photoshop contest site on the web.” They have Photoshop, animation, illustration and text competitions – so designers – go and learn and win now!” Here’s the email – click here for the site: “A friend of mine is selling a Palm Pilot and DVD writer that are both in really good condition if anyone is interested.Palm Pilot Rupees U$ 5 DVD Writer U$ 5 Attached are a couple of photos to show what condition they’re in, let me know if you want more info or photos. Please send onto anyone else who may be interested…” If you’re looking for inspirational photoshopping and illustration – spend a bit of time on the site! —–...
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