Friday 29 November 2019

Make #BlackFriday your #Christmas Day Special with Trendnation Digital Magazine. #BlackFriday2019


They came, they saw and we conquered!

2019 was an eventful year for South Africa. As always, the inspired had their way as they burst out of the "Impossible" envelop to carve a name for themselves on the rock of "Achievers".

Trendnation – South Africa's premium motivational magazine - rolls out the red carpet to celebrate those that shrug off tags, fight hard for their dreams and yet inspire us with their 'Feel Good' stories.

The December edition features:

- Siya Kolisi's message of inspiration

- Lorna Maseko's 'delicious' love letter to spice up your Christmas dishes.
  
- Patrice Motsepe's job creation master plan

- People who inspired Mzansi in 2019

- Simple hacks for better self care

- Olwethu Nodada wants women to stand out

- Bumper Christmas narratives PLUS lotzzzz more

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Afro Poetry Times “BIG” December issue has that poetry #Christmas X factor. #BlackFriday2019

Tis the season to satisfy your poetry appetite with those 'scrumptious' feel good Christmas poems and narratives.

The Afro Poetry Times December edition is tailored to make your Christmas wishes come true.

This will be your best ever festive season gift, so go on and indulge the artistry of rhythm.

This December issue features:

* Controversial poet Ntsiki Mazwai continues tackling those crude issues

* An African Christmas Eve short story

* Christmas in South Africa narrated 

* African Christmas poems 

* International Christmas poems

* Ayanda Borotho's 'Unbecoming To Become' Book Review 

* Rugby World Cup and Saracens Star Maro Itoje the poet 

*In the Spotlite: Nonjabulo Tshabalala

* Rihanna and Sho Madjozi celebrated through poetry

*December Poetry Events and Competitions PLUS LOTS LOTS AND LOTS MORE

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Wednesday 27 November 2019

Products to buy on #BlackFriday

Many consumers will be looking at doing their Christmas and New Year's shopping on Black Friday.

Surveys by Dublin-based PwC Research conducted in France, Germany, Ireland, the Netherlands, the UK and South Africa, showed South African consumers plan to spend 36% more on Black Friday this year than in 2018.

Amid the frenzy, some end up buying stuff they don't need. Here are tips on getting what you really need.

SCHOOL UNIFORM AND STATIONERY

Fashion will be leading the deals but before you buy your children holiday clothes, get their school uniforms. Take advantage of the sales on school shoes, bags, shirts and so forth. They will be costly in January.

HAIR AND BEAUTY PRODUCTS

People with natural hair know how expensive it is to maintain – products don't come cheap. Stock up on shampoos, perfumes and toiletries to keep your hair healthy and body smelling nice.

APPLIANCES AND ELECTRONICS

Loot.co.za is having a massive sale, especially on appliances. For example, a Bosch 573L Side by Side Fridge / Freezer that costs R26 699 is on sale for only R15 499. Plus, if you use the coupon code "FESTIVEDEAL" you also save R1 000 when you check out. Now that's a bargain.

BOOKS

Bookworms are also going to have a jol this Black Friday because costly best-selling books, have decreased in price. Siren by Kuli Roberts, which retails for R229, is being sold for R165 at Loot. co.za – a great gift for someone.

TOYS

It is advisable to get children educational toys that will stimulate their minds such as puzzles, a doctor's kit, Edu-Science Nature Survival Kit and so forth, depending on their interests.

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How to get the best #BlackFriday deals

With so many deals on Black Friday even the most seasoned discount shopper will be overwhelmed. But a challenge can be fun. Here's what you need to know to get the best deal.

1. Check out adverts and apps

Keep an eye out on ads in the newspapers and online. It will help you organise your day to maximise savings, because many stores offer special discounts that are time-specific, such as early bird sales and door-busters.

2. Do your research well before Friday

A bad product is a bad deal however cheap it is, and being knowledgeable about items you want to buy will help you avoid being suckerpunched with loud advertising for iffy deals.

3. Look for time-bound discounts

It used to be that the early-bird shopper would get all the best deals on Black Friday, but now some stores have different sales at different times of the day. These can range from door-buster prices to midnight madness and hourly specials in store sales – be aware so you don't miss a good deal.

4. Plan which mall you will be shopping at.

In general, the bigger the mall, the better. This means there will be a much bigger variety of stores where you can shop. Stores pit themselves against one another for customers, and this means you could end up picking up the same item you planned on buying from a different store. And hopefully having the extra space will mean you won't be butting shoulders continuously with other people pushing for bargains.

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Tuesday 26 November 2019

Be the super hero this festive season by giving your employees a generous bonus #TuesdayThoughts

As the end 0f the year approaches, extra money would be appreciated. Some employees will be fortunate enough to get a bonus, and then there are those who will not be so lucky to receive a bonus or an extra cheque.

Like the bosses and high-earning mangers who will most probably go on holiday, lowly paid workers would also like to enjoy the festive season.

Taking the high cost of living and the huge inequality in salaries and living standards into account, bosses should pay "Robin Hood" bonuses: the highest-paid earners should receive the lowest bonus, and vice versa.

Workers and labourers, as the driving force of the economy, must be given proper and fair bonuses.

A philosophy that rewards hard work of employees will lead to happiness and higher productivity. Initially, paying bonuses can be painful to the pocket as it may mean less profit for the business. But, over time, this investment will yield good fruits.

If bosses really want to empower workers, address imbalances and inequalities and become transformational and progressive bosses, then the conditions of the working class need to be improved.

May I humbly request that employers show a spirit of big-heartedness and pay generous bonuses to employees who, in these challenging times of the high cost of living, are finding it difficult to afford the basic necessities of life

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Rapper Gigi Lamayne launches App that helps jobseekers find work #Myfixer

Gigi Lamayne is spearheading the fight against unemployment by being a co-founder of an app that is aimed at creating job opportunities.

Laymane wants to be more than one of the best South African female artists and make a difference in her community.

Myfixer is an app that helps job seekers find employment, whether it is short or long term and was founded in 2015 due to the high unemployment rates in South Africa.

The digital launch of the programme took place on Saturday. "We are not saying that we're going to resolve all the country's unemployment issues, but we're definitely saying that it is an alternative if you're sitting at home and you don't know what to do with yourself," said Lamayne.

Some of the jobs offered on the app include home cleaning, hairdressing, painting, carpenting, domestic work, plumbing, tutoring, baby sitting, fitness coaching and more.

The rapper also said that people who wished to be a part of the programme had to go through a background check where their information would be verified.

Also, people who don't have qualifications may also apply, provided that they have good references.

Lamayne added that when one is part of the programme, they may have to attend a workshop event.

There they would be further assessed, assisted and provided with free uniforms and once hired, Myfixer would deduct 20% of the wages earned.

"We are doing everything from our own social and financial capital, we are actually looking for people to buy in.

"The people who make the biggest changes are people who can be selfless just for one minute in their power of influence, put down the mic sometimes and remember that you're actually dealing with people, there are real issues and try to work your way around it."

The programme is meant to create more jobs and reduce unemployment rates.

Lamayne said in order for it to run long enough to help a large number of people, sponsors need to come forward and invest in the future of not only the community but South Africa as a country.

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Tuesday 19 November 2019

Food hits and myths that will interest you #12DaysOfChristmas

FOOD-lovers are getting in a stew over whether to cook their carrots or throw away eggs.

A survey has revealed the most popular myths the nation still believes when it comes to their dinner.

Top was the old wives' tale that floating eggs are no longer safe to eat, with

30% believing it to be true. It was followed by 22% who think rice can't be reheated. Another 21% believe veg is better raw.

One in six of us thought bread kept in the fridge lasts longer. More than 13% feel that eating celery burns more calories than you gain by eating it and

11% believe eating chicken soup cures a cold.

The study, by electrical retailer Ao.com with Hotpoint, also showed only

25% of Brits cook with fresh ingredients every day.

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Your weekly #DStv sports guide. What to watch on #Supersport 19-24 November 2019. #InternationalMensDay

TODAY 

Uefa Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Scotland v Kazakhstan, 9.35pm, SS5; Wales v Hungary, 9.35pm, SS6; Germany v Northern Ireland, 9.35pm, SS3; Belgium v Cyprus, 9.35pm, SS7; Netherlands v Estonia, 9.35pm, SS8

WEDNESDAY

Test Series: New Zealand v England, First Test, Day 1, 11.30pm, SS2

THURSDAY

Test Series: New Zealand v England, First Test, Day 2, 11.30pm, SS2; Test Series: Australia v Pakistan, First Test, Day 1, 1.50am, SS6

European Tour: DP World Tour Championship, Day 1, 9am, SS5/CSN; PGA Tour: The RSM Classic, Day 1, 7pm, CSN/SS5; LPGA Tour: CME Group Tour Championship, Day 1, 8pm, SS8

Fifa Beach Soccer World Cup: Italy v Tahiti, 9pm, SS11; Switzerland v USA, 10.40pm, SS11; Soccer Africa, 9.30pm, SS10/SS4

FRIDAY

Test Series: India v Bangladesh, Second Test, Day 1, 9.15am, SS2; Test Series: New Zealand v England, First Test, Day 3, 11.30pm, SS2; Test Series: Australia v Pakistan, First Test, Day 2, 1.50am, SS6; Women's Big Bash League: Hobart Hurricanes v Brisbane Heat, 10am, SS8

European Tour: DP World Tour Championship, Day 2, 9am, CSN/SS5; PGA Tour: The RSM Classic, Day 2, 7pm, SS5; LPGA Tour: CME Group Tour Championship, Day 2, 8pm, SS8

Kyalami 9 Hour, Qualifying, 1.30pm, SS12

European Champions Cup: Ulster v Clermont Auvergne, 9.40pm, SS1/CSN

Uefa Euro 2020 Draw, Play-off, 1pm, SS3; Super Diski: Championship Show, 6pm, SS4; PSL TV - Extra Time Reloaded, 7pm, SS4; Premier League TV: Weekend Warm-up, 8.30pm, SS3; La Liga: Levante v Mallorca, 9.55pm, SS7; English Championship: Fulham v Queens Park Rangers, 9.55pm, SS9; Fifa Beach Soccer World Cup: Uruguay v Mexico, 12.15am, SS11; Paraguay v Japan, 1.50am, SS11; Senegal v Russia, 9pm, SS11; Portugal v Nigeria, 10.40pm, SS11

SATURDAY

Test Series: India v Bangladesh, Second Test, Day 2, 9.15am, SS2; Test Series: New Zealand v England, First Test, Day 4, 11.30pm, SS2; Test Series: Australia v Pakistan, First Test, Day 3, 1.50am, SS6; Women's Big Bash League: Hobart Hurricanes v Adelaide Strikers, 10.05am, SS8

European Tour: DP World Tour Championship, Day 3, 9am, SS5/CSN; LPGA Tour: CME Group Tour Championship, Day 3, 8pm, SS8; PGA Tour: The RSM Classic, Day 3, 8pm, CSN/SS5

Supercars Championship: Newcastle 500, Race 1, 6.15am, SS8; Kyalami 9 Hour Race, 10am, SS12

European Champions Cup: Saracens v Ospreys, 2.55pm, SS1/CSN; Exeter Chiefs v Glasgow Warriors, 5.10pm, SS1/CASN

Fifa Beach Soccer World Cup: Belarus v United Arab Emirates, 12.15am, SS11; Brazil v Oman, 1.50am, SS11; USA v Japan, 10.40am, SS11; Tahiti v Mexico, 9pm, SS11; MultiChoice Diski Challenge: Bloemfontein Celtic v Highlands Park, 9.30am, SS10/SS4; Maritzburg United v Orlando Pirates, 11.55am, SS10/SS4; Premier League: West Ham United v Tottenham Hotspur, 1.30pm, SS3; Crystal Palace v Liverpool, 4.30pm, SS3; Brighton & Hove Albion v Leicester City, 4.50pm, SS8; AFC Bournemouth v Wolverhampton Wanderers, 4.50pm, SS11; Crystal Palace v Liverpool, 4.50pm, SS3; Everton v Norwich, 4.50pm, SS6; Arsenal v Southampton, 4.50pm, SS5; Manchester City v Chelsea, 7pm, SS3; Premier League Wrap, 9.30pm, SS3; Premier League TV: Matchday Live Extra, 10pm, SS3; English Championship: Charlton Athletic v Cardiff City, 2.25pm, SS11; Telkom Knockout, Semi-final 1: Golden Arrows v Mamelodi Sundowns, 2.30pm, SS10/ SS4; Serie A: Atalanta v Juventus, 3.50pm, SS9; AC Milan v Napoli, 6.50pm, SS9; Torino v Inter Milan, 9.35pm, SS9; La Liga: Leganes v Barcelona, 1.55pm, SS7; Real Betis v Valencia, 4.55pm, SS7; Granada v Atletico Madrid, 7.25pm, SS7; Real Madrid v Real Sociedad, 9.55pm, SS7

SUNDAY

Test Series: India v Bangladesh, Second Test, Day 3, 9.15am, SS2; Test Series: New Zealand v England, First Test, Day 5, 11.30pm, SS2; Test Series: Australia v Pakistan, First Test, Day 4, 1.50am, SS6

UCI Cyclo-Cross World Cup: Koksijde, Women's Elite, 2.30pm, SS6; Men Elite, 4pm, SS6

European Tour: DP World Tour Championship, Day 4, 8.30am, CSN/SS5; LPGA Tour: CME Group Tour Championship, Day 4, 8pm, SS8; PGA Tour: The RSM Classic, Day 4, 8pm, SS5/CSN

Supercars Championship: Newcastle 500, Race 2, 6.10am, SS8

European Champions Cup: Sale Sharks v La Rochelle, 2.55pm, CSN/SS1; Montpellier v Gloucester, 5.10pm, SS1/CSN

Fifa Beach Soccer World Cup: Uruguay v Italy, 12.15am, SS11; Paraguay v Switzerland, 1.50am, SS11; Russia v United Arab Emirates, 9pm, SS11; Nigeria v Oman, 10.40pm, SS11; MultiChoice Diski Challenge: Golden Arrows v Mamelodi Sundowns, 9.30am, SS10/SS4; AmaZulu v Kaizer Chiefs, 11.55am, SS10/SS4; Telkom Knockout, Semi-final 2: Kaizer Chiefs v Maritzburg United, 2.30pm, SS10/SS4; Premier League: Sheffield United v Manchester United, 5.30pm, SS3; Premier League Wrap, 8.30pm, SS3; Premier League TV: Matchday Live Extra, 9pm, SS3; Fan Base, 6pm, SS4; Serie A: Bologna v Parma, 1.20pm, SS9; Verona v Fiorentina, 3.50pm, SS8; Roma v Brescia, 3.50pm, SS9; Sampdoria v Udinese, 6.50pm, SS9; Lecce v Cagliari, 9.35pm, SS9; La Liga: Espanyol v Getafe, 12.55pm, SS7; Osasuna v Athletic Bilbao, 2.55pm, SS7; Eibar v Alaves, 4.55pm, SS7; Villarreal v Celta Vigo, 7.25pm, SS7; Valladolid v Sevilla, 9.55pm, SS7
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South Africans gear up for #BlackFriday

The Black Friday craze is expected to once again take South Africa by storm as bargain buyers descend on shops.

"It is like being invited to a party, but not being told where the venue is," said Matthew Leighton, spokesperson for leading South African e-tailor OneDayOnly.co.za

Leighton said that Black Friday, which will be on November 29 became a big deal after following a trend started by the Americans.

"Black Friday is one of those things that got big in a short space of time and all of a sudden everyone in South Africa realised that 'Black Friday deals are a thing' and now we just need to go out and find them."

The inception of Black Friday began as a Thanksgiving sale by the US retailers and has become one of the most prominent calendar days for consumers and the retail industry across the globe.

"Black Friday may have started as a day where businesses pushed older stock for clearance purposes, but it has morphed into a stand-alone sale day driven by the fact that people know for certain that the very best deals are available." Black-Friday Global, a retail tracker, said 2018 Black Friday sales in South Africa increased by 19.52%.

With Black Friday around the corner, Leighton shared his "cheat sheet" for consumers to nab the best deals.

"Know your websites," he advised first-time online buyers and not-soseasoned Black Friday shoppers to get to grips with online shopping before the day to avoid performance anxiety.

"Dot your Is and cross your Ts." He said the best way to plan shopping is to create an ordered list of the items you want from high priority to low.

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Monday 18 November 2019

Oti Mabuse tells a scary tale #MondayMotivation

Oti Mabuse had to axe a lift when Strictly partner Kelvin Fletcher nearly sent her flying across the room.

The dancer recalled: "I was like, 'Oh my god, don't let me go!'"

She added: "When you get lifts, you want to make them scary. But after I thought, 'What was I thinking?'"


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Words have the power to build or destroy dreams #MotivationMonday

As a parent I am deeply unsettled and disappointed in teachers who belittle learners.

Teachers who call children "stupid" are creating fertile ground for the shameful trend of school dropouts to continue.

A teacher's role is to groom future leaders, not to destroy them or damage their self-esteem. Watch your tongue and control your temper.

A wise man once said, "Words are swords – they kill." They do indeed kill dreams and goals.
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#PhoneReview: The #Vivo Z5 will snap those jingle bells moments this festive season

Vivo has launched its new smartphone, the Vivo Z5 in China, its home country, as the company's latest midrange offering.

The Vivo Z5 boasts of 6GB+ 64GB storage. The phone comes in three different colour options, namely Aurora Illusion, Bamboo Forest Night and

Holographic Illusion.

The new Vivo phone offers a 19.5:9 display with a waterdrop-style notch design. There is also Qualcomm's Snapdragon 712 SOC along with up to 8GB RAM.

For photos and videos, the Vivo Z5 spots a triple rear camera setup that includes a 48MP primary sensor with an f/1.79 lens. The camera setup also has an 8MP secondary sensor with a wide-angle f/2.2 lens and a 2MP tertiary sensor with an f/2.4 lens. For selfies, there is a 32MP sensor at the front that has an f/2.0 lens on top.

The Vivo Z5 comes preloaded with Super Night View 2.0+ to boost low-light camera quality and includes the proprietary Multi-turbo for an enhanced gaming experience.

Vivo has provided an artificial intelligence (AI) powered Beauty mode that is designed to recognise as many as 103 facial features to uplift your portraits. The Vivo Z5 supports OTG reverse charging and works with 22.5W Flash Charge fast charging technology. 

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Friday 15 November 2019

Teacher refused day off, quits job to cheer the #Springboks. #FridayFeeling

Bok fan Cheryldene Schouw, of Bonteheuwel, was so adamant about attending the trophy tour in Cape Town on Monday that she quit her job as a creche teacher when her boss refused to give her a day off.

"I wouldn't miss such a golden opportunity to see our national team and my favourite captain‚ Siya Kolisi.

"I said, 'It's OK if I can't have the day off‚ then I'm out of here'.

"I don't mind not having a job. Today means so much.

"There will be other job opportunities‚" she said.

Her enthusiasm was shared by Capetonians singing and dancing in the streets to celebrate the Boks' World Cup win with their heroes.

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#Mzansi's DJ Fresh wows superstar Steve Harvey #FridayFeeling

American TV personality Steve Harvey has sent a shoutout to 947 radio host DJ Fresh, saying he's "Fresh, that boy got a studio that's as good as my studio in Beverly Hills."

Steve joined Fresh and the team instudio at 947, during his promotional tour in August.

Steve had high praise for the local DJ, saying that he is one of the best. "That boy over there, he knockin' them over the head. See, y'all keep getting underpaid because y'all producing subpar stuff and acting like it's okay. Y'all gotta stop that!"

It's unclear when and where the clip was recorded, but Fresh, replied to the tweet saying: "I love you, Steve Harvey".

Fans took to the comments to congratulate the DJ and express their excitement, with many repeating the phrase: "Real recognising real".

— The Juice


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Bonang Matheba gets #Mzansi feeling good again as she appears on the popular #BreakfastClub in New York

Presenter Bonang Matheba stopped by The Breakfast Club in New York City and talked about her life, the SA entertainment industry and her love life. 

Following her attendance at the "E! People's Choice Awards" in Santa Monica, California, she flew to New York City where she spoke with DJ Envy and Charlamagne Tha God.

In the interview, Matheba talked about her start in the entertainment industry, from her beginnings on SABC1 to the businesswoman she is today.

The House of BNG owner also told of how she met Charlamagne – they bumped into each other at the Global Citizen Festival last year.

She also explained why she was moving to the US and that Africans aspired to realise their American dream even though they had made it in their home country.

When DJ Envy asked her if she was married, she said "no". He then asked her why she had a ring on her ring finger, to which Matheba replied it was to "stop nonsense", making it clear she used it as a barricade to keep away men she didn't take a liking to.

Charlemagne then asked her if she would date an American man and she said she liked "tall, dark African" men.

The interview ended with her explaining that her champagne was viewed in SA the way Jay-Z's champagne brand, Ace of Spades, was treated in the US.

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Tuesday 12 November 2019

Your weekly #DStv sports guide. #SuperSport

TODAY

Under-17 World Cup, Quarter-final 4, 12.45am, SS9; Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations: Ivory Coast v

4.50pm; Zambia v Nigeria, 7.55pm,

ATP World Tour Finals, Round 3: 4pm/10pm, SS6

WEDNESDAY

Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers: Nigeria v Benin, 5.50pm, SS3; Angola v Gambia, 8.50pm, SS4

ATP World Tour Finals, Round 4: 4pm/10pm, SS6

THURSDAY

1st Test: India v Bangladesh, Day 1, 5.45am, SS2

European Tour: Nedbank Golf Challenge: Day 1, 8am, SS1/CSN; PGA Tour: Mayakoba Golf Classic, Day 1, 8pm, SS1/CSN

FIRSTXV, 7pm, CSN/SS5/SS10

Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers: Mozambique v Rwanda, 5.50pm, SS7; Egypt v Kenya, 5.50pm, SS9; Algeria v Zambia, 8.50pm, SS9; Ghana v

8.50pm, SS4; Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations: Mali v Ghana, 7.50pm, SS10; Under-17 World Cup, Semi-final 1, 9.15pm, SS11; Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Turkey v Iceland, 6.50pm, SS3; Portugal v Lithuania, 9.35pm, SS7; France v Moldova, 9.35pm, SS8; England v Montenegro, 9.35pm, SS3

ATP World Tour Finals, Round 5: 4pm/10pm, SS6

FRIDAY

1st Test: India v Bangladesh, Day 2, 5.45am, SS2; Women's Big Bash League: Sydney Thunder v Sydney Sixers, 10.10am, SS6

Nedbank Golf Challenge, Day 2, 9am, CSN/SS1; Mayakoba Golf Classic, Day 2, 8pm, SS1/CSN

Formula One: Brazil, Practice 1, 3.45pm; Practice 2, 7.45pm, SS2

European Champions Cup: Gloucester v Toulouse, 9.40pm, SS5/CSN

Under-17 World Cup, Semi-final 2, 12.55am, SS9; Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers: Zimbabwe v Botswana, 5.50pm, SS4; Tanzania v Equatorial Guinea, 5.50pm, SS7; Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations: Ivory Coast v Zambia, 7.50pm, SS9; Nigeria v 7.50pm, SS10; Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Armenia v Greece, 6.50pm, SS3; Spain v Malta, 9.35pm, SS7; Bosnia and Herzegovina v Italy, 9.35pm, SS3; Romania v Sweden, 9.35pm, SS4

ATP World Tour Finals, Round 6: 4pm/10pm, SS6

SATURDAY

1st Test: India v Bangladesh, Day 3, 5.45am, SS2; Women's Big Bash League: Sydney Thunder v Brisbane Heat, 10.05am, SS5

Shanghai Criterium, 4am, SS5; UCI Cyclo-Cross World Cup, Tabor, Women Elite, 2pm, SS8; Men Elite, 3.30pm, SS8

Nedbank Golf Challenge, Day 3, 8.30am, SS1/CSN; Mayakoba Golf Classic, Day 3, 9pm, SS1/CSN

MotoGP: Valencia, Qualifying, 2.30pm, SS2; Formula One: Brazil, Practice 3, 4.45pm, SS2; Paddock Walkabout, 6.10pm, SS2; Qualifying, 7pm, SS2

Barbarians v Fiji, 4.25pm, SS5/CSN; European Champions Cup: Clermont Auvergne v Harlequins, 7.25pm, SS5/CSN

MultiChoice Diski Challenge: AmaZulu v Arrows, 10.30am; Sundowns v SuperSport, 12.50pm; Chiefs v Pirates, 2.50pm, all SS4/SS10; Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Cyprus v Scotland, 3.50pm, SS3; Russia v Belgium, 6.50pm, SS3; Azerbaijan v Wales, 6.50pm, SS7; Croatia v Slovakia, 9.35pm, SS4; Northern Ireland v Netherlands, 9.35, SS3; Germany v Belarus, 9.35pm, SS7

ATP World Tour Finals, Semi-final 1, 4pm; Semi-final 2, 10pm, SS6

SUNDAY

1st Test: India v Bangladesh, Day 4, 5.45am, SS2; Women's Big Bash League: Sydney Sixers v Melbourne Renegades, 5.05am, SS5

Nedbank Golf Challenge, Day 4, 8am, SS1/CSN; Mayakoba Golf Classic, Day 4, 9pm, SS1/CSN

MotoGP: Grand Valencia, Moto3, 11.45am; Moto2, 1.05pm; MotoGP, 2.30pm, SS6; Formula One: Brazil Grand Prix, 5.30pm, SS2; Wrap, Brazil Grand Prix Race, 9pm, SS2; The Notebook, Brazil, 10pm, SS2

European Champions Cup: Connacht v Montpellier, 2.55pm; Racing 92 v Saracens, 5.10pm, CSN/SS5

Africa Cup of Nations Qualifiers: v Sudan, 2.30pm, SS10/SS4; Uganda v Malawi, 2.50pm, SS9; Guinea v Namibia, 5.50pm, SS9; Lesotho v Nigeria, 6pm, SS4; Gabon v Angola, 8.50pm, SS9; Euro 2020 Qualifiers: Luxembourg v Portugal, 3.50pm, SS3; Kosovo v England, 650pm, SS3; Albania v France, 9.35pm, SS3; Andorra v Turkey, 9.35pm, SS7; Fan Base, 5.30pm, SS4; Under-17 World Cup: Third Place Play-off: 7.50pm, SS8; Final: 11.45pm, SS9

ATP World Tour Finals, Final, 8pm, SS6
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#Springboks social media value is on the rise as popularity continues growing

The Springbok team will be able to charge between 20% to 30% more for sponsored posts on their social media channels after their World Cup Rugby win, brand analysts at a Cape Town advertising agency say.

Before the World Cup the national rugby team could charge advertisers between R30 000 and R35 000 for a tweet, between R25 000 and R30 000 per Instagram post, and R40 000 and R45 000 for each Facebook post, says Kirsten Dewar, managing director of advertising agency Platinum Seed.

With the surge in popularity after they won the tournament, the team can now get up to R45 500 per tweet,

R39 000 per Instagram post, and R58 500 per Facebook post.

"However, this will be short-lived as the hype wears off," Dewar told Business Insider South Africa.

The Springboks have roughly 710 000 followers on Twitter, 520 000 on Instagram, and 1,2 million on Facebook.

Advertisers track key metrics such as engagement, Dewar said — and the Springboks saw a big jump on that score during the Rugby World Cup in Japan.

The Springboks are also set to see a massive increase in merchandise-related sales, Dewar said.

Siya Kolisi, Cheslin Kolbe, and Faf de Klerk were the players who saw the biggest growth in their personal brands — and who can now charge more for endorsements via social media, Platinum Seed says.

Dewar believes the Springboks benefitted from using content generated by the team itself — with low production values — during the tournament.

"As an example, Rassie Erasmus' video message to South Africa prior to the matches made the audience and the entire nation feel as though they were alongside the players and a genuine part of the journey," she said.

— Business Insider SA.

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#Cancer and #animal charities receive more funding than #education and disaster relief causes

People are most likely to donate money to cancer and animal charities, while education and disaster relief causes receive the least amount of support.

The elderly (13%) and the homeless (12%) are also near the bottom of the pile when it comes to donations, says research by Virgin Money Giving.

But in general the public are getting more generous, with over half (52%) now saying they would prefer a donation in their name rather than a birthday or Christmas present.

Cancer Research topped the list of good causes with 45% happy to hand over money, while education was left trailing with just 4% prepared to pay out.

The poll of 2,000 adults was conducted to mark the 10th anniversary of Virgin Money Giving, the biggest not-for-profit charity platform in the UK.

The project has helped raise more than £800million since 2009.

Virgin founder Sir Richard Branson said: "I've always believed business should be a force for good.

"Virgin Money Giving is a great example of that." 

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Monday 11 November 2019

Star reveals how to naturally get the perfect butt #MotivationMonday #GirlTalkZA

Christine McGuinness reveals her perfect bum is down to squats and weights – and is urging women to give overseas butt lifts the boot.

The mum of three, wife of TV host Paddy, posted on her Instagram page a cheeky photo of her doing a workout in a tight pink leotard. The 31-year-old took a swipe at medics who say the same results can be achieved from potentially dangerous surgery.

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Christine posted: "Fall in love with the process and results will come." Last month the British Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons said it is launching a review into safety concerns over fat-grafting buttock augmentation.

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#PhoneReview: The #Motorola One Action

Lenovo-owned Motorola has launched its 'One Action' smartphone.

The major highlight of the smartphone is its 117-degree ultra-wide angle camera which lets users shoot videos in landscape format while holding the phone vertically.

The device features a 6.3-inch full-hd+ (1080x2520 pixels) IPS Cinemavision display along with 21:9 aspect ratio.

Under the hood, the phone has an octa-core Samsung Exynos 9609 SOC, coupled with Mali G72 MP3 GPU and 4GB of RAM. The phone comes with 128GB built-in storage and is powered by a 3,500mah battery.

In terms of optics, the device houses a triple rear camera setup. It comes with 12MP primary sensor,

5MP depth sensor and 16MP sensor. The phone has a 12MP front-facing punch-hole camera.

Connectivity options on board include 4G

LTE, Wi-fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth v5.0, GPS/AGPS, NFC, USB Type-c and a 3.5mm headphone jack.

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Sunday 10 November 2019

Cape of Storms Great White #Rum has the festive season X-Factor #DrinkReview

The beauty of rum is found in it's smoothness. Double distill it and you will get an even smoother experience.

That's how best I can introduce Cape of Storms Great White Rum.

Retailing at just under R300 for a 500ml bottle, this absolutely amazing white rum boasts of that X-Factor that can easily add some spring to your festive season cheer.


DISTILLING

Taste is everything and it is worth noting that this  Great White Rum is made using a unique adaptation of a centuries old Caribbean rum making technique.

The distillers use strong African blackstrap molasses to add a bit of local flair and flavour to this fruity white rum.

No sugars, chemicals or artificial flavourants are added. This rum is double distilled making it very smooth. It's easy on the palate and it is generally an easy drink to enjoy.


MIXING

For the White Rum connoisseur, it is best enjoyed on the rocks or in your favourite cocktail.

It is truly an authentic craft rum. It also plays nicely with a variety of mixers, including many tonics, lemonade and ginger beer.

TASTE NOTES

It's white, sweet aroma adds flair to the smoothness. A distinct tropical fruit taste greets the palate. The flavour is light and very enjoyable.

The rum rounds out with some citrus notes and a balancing sweetness.


The finish has some attractive oaky notes.

Why not get yourself in the festive mood? You won't regret trying the Great White Rum.

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Wednesday 6 November 2019

#Poet Ntsiki Mazwai refuses to 'play along' with the #Springboks #SpringboksArrival

Controversial poet Ntsiki Mazwai is at it again, spewing out vitriol in the direction of the Springboks. Not even their achievement on Saturday could save them from a fresh Mazwai attack.

She posted a video on Twitter of her reciting a poem titled "I Will Not Play Along With You" along with a caption saying "f**k the Springboks".

In the poem, the Qhawe singer lists the reasons she refuses to support the Boks, which include that "the team doesn't represent the demographics of the country".

Rugby is a stronghold for racism in South Africa, she says, black people are excluded from the sport deliberately, Afrikaans men play tricks to keep black boys out of the sport and that out of 31 players there were only seven black people representing a black country.

Mazwai finishes the poem by saying that if they wanted her to support the Springboks, they needed to give her a team that reflected her and her life. I Will Not Play Along With You F*** the Springboks kahle kahle #RugbyWorldCupfinal pic. twitter.com/HgC6yZ5wyh— #Qhawe OUT NOW (@ntsikimazwai)

But the tweeps weren't happy, especially following the Springboks winning the Rugby World Cup, with Siya Kolisi as the first black captain.

"We'll also not play along with you & your bitterness. We're busy celebrating with our very own Tendai Mtawarira pic.twitter.com/ P0jKa3Ybdl— Jack (@karidzaJack)

Ntsiki what have you actually done for the black community besides moan about white people? – kaygee (@Kaydaviper)

Mazwai first shared her thoughts last week when she tweeted that she found the rugby team to be an "apartheid trigger".

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#TVGuide: Wednesday - Saturday #DStv Sports guide. #SuperSport

WEDNESDAY 

Uefa Champions League: Bayern Munich v Olympiacos, 7.50pm, SS5; Lokomotiv Moscow v Juventus, 7.50pm, SS3; Dinamo Zagreb v Shakhtar Donetsk, 9.55pm, SS12; Red Star Belgrade v Tottenham Hotspur, 9.55pm, SS6; Real Madrid v Galatasaray, 9.55pm, SS5; Atalanta v Manchester City, 9.55pm, SS3; Paris Saint-Germain v Club Brugge, 9.55pm, SS4; Bayer Leverkusen v Atletico Madrid, 9.55pm, SS11; Under-17 World Cup, Round of 16: 12.45am, SS9; 9.15pm, SS9; 9.25pm, SS7; Absa Premiership: Baroka FC v Mamelodi Sundowns, 6.30pm, SS7; Chippa United v Kaizer Chiefs, 6.30pm, SS4; UEFA Europa League: Vitoria SC v Arsenal, 5.45pm, SS3

Next Gen ATP Finals, Day 2: 3pm, SS6; 8.30pm, SS2

THURSDAY

2nd T20I: India v Bangladesh, 3.15pm, SS2

European Tour: Turkish Airlines Open, Day 1, 11am, SS1/CSN

FIRSTXV, 7pm, SS10/SS1/CSN

Under-17 World Cup, Round of 16: 12.45am, SS9; 12.45am, SS11; 9.15pm, SS11; Soccer Africa, 9.30pm, SS10/SS4; UEFA Europa League: Astana v AZ Alkmaar, 5.45pm, SS3; Dudelange v Sevilla, 7.50pm, SS6; Basel v Getafe, 7.50pm, SS9; Lazio v Celtic, 7.50pm, SS3; Standard Liege v Frankfurt, 7.50pm, SS8; Rosenborg v Sporting CP, 7.50pm, SS5; Wolverhampton Wanderers v Slovan Bratislava, 9.55pm, SS5; Espanyol v Ludogorets, 9.55pm, SS8; Rangers v Porto, 9.55pm, SS6; Borussia Monchengladbach v Roma, 9.55pm, SS9; Manchester United v Partizan Belgrade, 9.55pm, SS3

World Cup, Doha, Day 1, 5pm, SS8

Next Gen ATP Finals, Day 3: 3pm, SS6; 8.30pm, SS2;

FRIDAY

4th T20I: New Zealand v England, 6.30am, SS6; 3rd T20I: Australia v Pakistan, 10.20am, SS2

LPGA Japan Classic, Day 1, 4am, SS8/CSN; European Tour: Turkish Airlines Open, Day 2, 11am, SS1/CSN

PRO14: Connacht v Leinster, 9.30pm, SS1/CSN; English Premiership: Sale Sharks v Wasps, 9.40pm, SS8

Under-17 World Cup, Round of 16: 12.45am, SS9; Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations: Egypt v Mali, 4.55pm, SS9; Cameroon v Ghana, 7.50pm, SS10; Super Diski: Championship Show, 6pm, SS4; PSL TV - Extra Time Reloaded, 7pm, SS4; Absa Premiership: Bidvest Wits v SuperSport United, 7.50pm, SS4; Premier League: Norwich City v Watford, 9.30pm, SS3; Serie A: Sassuolo v Bologna, 9.35pm, SS9; La Liga: Real Sociedad v Leganes, 9.55pm, SS7

World Cup, Doha, Day 2, 5.30pm, SS8

Next Gen ATP Finals, Day 4: 8pm, SS6

SATURDAY

Women's Big Bash League: Adelaide Strikers v Perth Scorchers, 5.05am, SS2

LPGA Japan Classic, Day 2, 4.30am, SS8/CSN; European Tour: Turkish Airlines Open, Day 3, 11am, SS1/CSN

Supercars: Sandown 500, Qualifying, Race 1, 4.10am, SS6; Qualifying, Race 2, 6.45am, SS6

PRO14: Ospreys v Southern Kings, 4.55pm, SS1/ CSN; Cardiff Blues v Cheetahs, 7.10pm, SS1/CSN; Scarlets v Benetton, 9.30pm, CSN/SS1; English Premiership: Gloucester v Saracens, 4.55pm, SS2

Premier League: Chelsea v Crystal Palace, 1.30pm, SS3; Tottenham Hotspur v Sheffield United, 4.30pm, SS3; Newcastle United v AFC Bournemouth, 4.50pm, SS8; Southampton v Everton, 4.50pm, SS6; Burnley v West Ham United, 4.50pm, SS5; Leicester City v Arsenal, 7pm, SS3; Premier League Wrap, 9.30pm, SS3; Premier League TV: Matchday Live Extra, 10pm, SS3; English Championship: Nottingham Forest v Derby County, 2.15pm, SS11; Absa Premiership: Kaizer Chiefs v Orlando Pirates, 2pm, SS10/SS4; AmaZulu v Chippa United, 7.30pm, SS4; Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations: Nigeria v Ivory Coast, 4.55pm, SS11; v Zambia, 7.50pm, SS10; Serie A: Brescia v Torino, 3.50pm, SS9; Inter Milan v Verona, 6.50pm, SS9; Napoli v Genoa, 9.35pm, SS9; La Liga: Alaves v Valladolid, 1.55pm, SS7; Valencia v Granada, 4.55pm, SS7; Eibar v Real Madrid, 7.25pm, SS7; Barcelona v Celta Vigo, 9.55pm, SS7

World Cup, Doha, Day 3, 5.30pm, SS12

Next Gen ATP Finals, Day 5: Third Place Play-off, 8pm, SS6; Final, 10pm, SS6
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A weekly run lowers risk of an early death by 27% #Health #Lifestyle

A weekly run could massively lower the risk of an early death.

Scientists found any amount of running, fast or slow, was linked to a 27% reduction.

Prof Zeljko Pedisic, from Victoria University in Melbourne, Australia, said: "If more people took up running – and they wouldn't have to run far or fast – there would likely be substantial improvements in population health and longevity."
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Tuesday 5 November 2019

Biggest tip ever! Bartender scores a whooping R750 000 tip

An American bartender is R750 000 richer after a customer tipped her with a U.S. Powerball ticket that later turned out to be a winner.

Taylor Russey (33) told the Missouri Lottery that a regular customer gave her a Powerbal ticket on October 18, and that it won $50 000, the equivalent of R750 000 in the subsequent night's drawing.

"One of the regulars will buy the rest of the regulars in the bar Lottery tickets every now and then, especially when it's high," Russey said. "And he did that on Saturday — he bought all of us lottery tickets."

She said she found out about the win the next day, when the bar's lottery terminal notified staff that a winning ticket had been sold at their location. She scanned her ticket, and was told to come in to the lottery office to claim her prize.

Russey told Insider on Thursday that the customer who tipped her the ticket was the first person she called when she learned she had won. "He was very happy for me ... said that's awesome and he's sure I could use it right now," Russey said.

She described him as a "super cool guy" who is "down to earth" and "just wants to see people happy and thriving".

Russey said she doesn't have any plans to spend the money on anything fun right now. She said she wants to get some dental work done, pay off some debt, and invest the rest. — Business Insider.
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Afro Poetry Times November edition will #inspire your world... Through #poetry, the world is an oasis #ChooseDay

Inspiration is often considered as a remedy that cures all ailments. It has the power to shift dimensions and change your world. 

Now imagine the beauty of words curating the above.
The Afro Poetry Times November edition was brewed in the inspiration barrels and it will undoubtedly shift your mind frame from negativity to positivity. 

It will turn doubters into believers and transform hopefuls from grass to grace. 

It is loaded with those "feel good" poems that will help you.

The issue also features

* A South African poetry group that is set to make the French Connection after being invited to France

* A Zimbabwean poet who has tackled the world's perceptions about Africa through poetry

* The best ever poem that was written about Cristiano Ronaldo 

* A review of a book that celebrates women's poetic voices 

*Love poems, short story and much more

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Trendnation’s November issue has you in mind #Inspiration #magazine #DigitalMagazine #Magzter #PressReader #Fashion #chooseday

Trendnation has built its name as an inspirational magazine that motivates its readers through real life stories and tips. 

The November issue is no different.

This issue features:

* South Africa's woman of steel who isn't afraid to speak out

* An interview with a health professional about the importance of a mammogram 

* Our lifestyle feature is about why being broke should never be a sentence to look clumsy as we enter the Festive season. #KeDezembaBoss

*Five hacks to financial freedom. 

* Unemployment figures have reached a 11 year high. An expert advices on how to deal with the trauma of being unemployed.

* We preview drinks, motoring, recipe and more.

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