#KZN motorist finds new innovative way to keep car safe and it will blow you away!

A KZN motorist found a novel way of ensuring their car would not easily be stolen — by chaining it to a light pole.

The sight on a busy Glenwood street made estate agent Trudy Beetge make a u-turn to photograph the extraordinary safety measure that was used by the owner of the blue Ford Fiesta.

Beetge had collected her daughter from school when she spotted the car parked along the road.

"My first thought was: 'No way,'" she said.

Yes way... The car was locked with a chain and padlock. Now that's redefining motor vehicle safety. 

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After that #Shell employee's famous #crowdfunding success, which causes open up wallets? #BackaBuddy

What prompts people to open their wallets wide for some crowdfunding campaigns, whereas other equally worthwhile crusades are ignored?

A good story and good marketing, says crowdfunding site BackaBuddy's marketing and PR officer, Zane Groenewald.

As online donations on the site for hero petrol attendant Nkosikho Mbele surged above R500,000 this weekend, Groenewald said successful campaigns had a strong campaign message that inspired or touched donors on an emotional level, and had a strong social media presence.

"The kind gesture of standing up for someone during their time of need continues to inspire others to be more generous," he said. The least popular campaigns are debt fundraising and campaigns to assist in settling legal battles.

Groenewald said some of the most memorable campaigns included raising more than R80,000 for an autistic boy in KwaZuluNatal to go to a special needs school.

More than R780,000 was raised for triathlete Mhlengi Gwala, who was attacked while cycling by robbers who tried to saw off his legs.

Patrick Schofield, CEO and founder of crowdfunding platform Thundafund, said the most successful campaigns had a strong social media following.

The platform's best-performing campaigns included rebuilding natural habitat for lions with the #LandForLions campaign, which raised more than R1.9m.

But not all worthy campaigns have been as successful.

Nicola Bornman, 14, was diagnosed with Crohn's disease in February after several misdiagnoses left her severely malnourished. Only R9,000 of the target of R150,000 was raised. Her mother, Priscilla, said she could not afford medical aid.

"I don't like to advertise because it feels like I'm always asking others for money. Our friends and family have been amazing and have raised so much money for us already," she said.

Daryl Kotze, shot three times while on his way home last week, has been more successful. His friend Josh Reid asked for R50,000 on BackaBuddy — and within a week almost R86,000 had been raised.

"The reason some campaigns do better than others is because of the media behind it," Kotze said. "South Africans are not uncaring but they can't help a cause if they don't know about it."

Social media expert Mike Sherman agrees. "A feel-good piece of news cuts through the clutter and showcases the positive side of the human spirit," he said.

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Get rid of that "abantu bazothini" syndrome and live your life #MondayMotivation #GirlTalkZA

In life, we tend to want to be like others but sometimes you just have to be yourself. 

Don't let peer pressure take a toll on you. Don't compromise yourself. Don't do something because somebody likes it.

Remember to live for yourself and not for others. 

Accept yourself the way you are and remember that everybody is unique, so you don't have to feel as if there's something wrong with you if you are not like others.

#CastleLite is unlocking two nights and you're #invited!

Castle Lite Unlocks is defying expectations by bringing two nights of fun-filled entertainment and a lifestyle extravaganza to the Ticketpro Dome in Johannesburg, from June 17 to 18.

The festival, packed with every aspect of hip hop culture as we know it, from energy charged musical performances to progressive street-culture displays, gaming, international fashion collaborations and power-packed panel discussions, kicks off with a special line-up featuring the legendary US radio host, Sway Calloway, who will host the poetry-packed gig, Sway Cold Cyphers.

Rapper Meek Mill (US), South African rappers Shane Eagle, Rouge, AKA, Cassper Nyovest and more will deliver performances. Female rapper Deko Barbara-Jessica Wedi, known as Rouge, said hip hop culture had certainly evolved over the years.

Shane Eagle said his ultimate dream for the hip hop scene was a unified, global music industry; this was echoed by Boss

Zonke hitmaker Riky Rick. Day two of the event will feature a line-up led by US rapper Post Malone. The rapper, who went from being relatively unknown to clinching four Grammy nominations with his album, Beerbongs & Bentleys, will perform alongside his American homie, rapper Tyla Yaweh. Also on the bill on the night are South African favourite Riky Rick, Rouge and Nasty C.

Give it your best shot Johannesburgers!! #ComradesMarathon #FridayFeeling

I would like to wish all runners from Johannesburg that will be running the Comrades Marathon on Sunday.

All the best as you run the "ultimate human race" – may you fly the Joburg flag high!

Nadia Nakai tours #Bali ahead of her album launch

Talented musician Nadia Nakai is blowing off some steam ahead of the release of her debut album, Nadia Naked. The star is vacationing in Bali with her girl squad who have been sharing snaps on social media.

Nadia Nakai is living it up in Bali. Here's a look at all the fun.

Give the #youth a chance! Not encouragement and pep talk #GirlTalkZA

Being a young person in South Africa might be the hardest thing ever.

Yes, we have freedom and opportunities but, often, getting ahead depends on who you know.

There are many graduates who are unemployed because of the "experience" that employers require from job seekers.

In reality you have to work hard at your studies to get a qualification and hustle even harder to make ends meet.

Young people are always being encouraged to start their own businesses but this requires capital and very few business people and financial institutions are willing to back a new and unknown business.

If only we could give one another a chance, then we might be able to curb unemployment and help grow our country, together.

The #heroes that give from their hearts without expecting returns deserve their rewards #GirlTalkZA #BackABuddy #Shell

The story of pensioner S'phiwe Msimango, the hospital porter who volunteered for 22 years at the Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, is touching. 

I couldn't believe a person could volunteer for so many years without a salary and still managed to keep their spirits high. 

I shared the story with friends and all of them said they could volunteer only for three years. Msimango has been helping to feed and move patients around the hospital without complaints and demands. 

He deserved his reward of a bakkie gift. 

Another hero, petrol attendant Nkosikho Mbele, also acted with ubuntu paying for a client's petrol as he was worried about her stalling on a highway. 

We need to emulate Mbele and Msimango, by extending a helping hand without expecting anything in return.

#SAMA25 big winner Sho Madjozi reveals her upcoming local and international shows

As announced during one of her acceptance speech at the South African Music Awards this past weekend, yesterday saw the release of multiple award winning Tsonga rapper Sho Madjozi new music video 'IDHOM'.

The track taken from her critically acclaimed debut album "Limpopo Champions League" is one long selfie video made with the kids from her hometown Shirley Village in Limpopo. 

The video is raw and shot on a regular day in her village. The music video is edited from a few continuous frames of youngsters passing a mobile phone to each other while  filming themselves and Sho Madjozi in and around the village.

Directed by Sho Madjozi herself with DP by Garth Von Glehn and editor Iodewicus Thabang. Animation by PUKS.

Music Video Link

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4YSnis93Np0

LIMPOPO CHAMPIONS LEAGUE ALBUM LINK

https://africori.ffm.to/shomadjozi_lcl

Upcoming Local and International Show Highlights

Saturday, 8 June - VYV Les Solidarites Festival (France)

Friday, 14 June - La Magnifique Festival (France)

Saturday, 22 June - Mawazine Festival (Morocco)

Saturday, 06 July – Fact Durban Rocks (South Africa)

Saturday, 17 August - MOMA PS1 Warm Up (New York City, USA)

Saturday, 12 October - AFROPUNK Atlanta (Atlanta, GA USA)

Friday, 19 July - Sonar Festival (Barcelona)

30/31st December – AFROPUNK Joburg (South Africa)

Steak Grill and Co - the only steakhouse in SA housed in a national monument

The recently opened Steak Grill and Co in Florida Road – the only steakhouse in South Africa housed in a national monument – is offering both Durbanites and visitors to the East Coast a whole new dining experience – fine casual!

"We offer a high quality overall steakhouse experience, paying particular attention to the quality of the ingredients, food presentation and the experience of dining in a national monument," explains Steve Christodoulou co-owner.

Head chef, Simon Mayise, who headed the kitchen at the Colony restaurant which was consistently ranked one of the best in the country by food lovers and cuisine critics alike, is serving up prime cuts such as sirloin, rump, fillet, prime rib, T-bone and Tomahawk steaks with signature sauces that include truffle mushroom, blue cheese and vodka, old school monkey gland, béarnaise, oven roasted garlic and pepper and thyme.

From The Grill, diners can expect a perfectly marinated and flame grilled deboned peri-peri chicken, lamb chops that have been marinated in extra virgin olive oil, garlic and fresh herbs, both pork and beef ribs and ostrich served with a balsamic and red wine reduction.

Combos – including a chicken and prawn combo and the ultimate surf and turf – as well as bespoke burgers and a "Lekker for Locals" offering that includes a fall off the bone lamb shank and a chicken and prawn curry – will leave every carnivore delighted. Those looking for something lighter can enjoy an array of salads as well as a "From the Sea" offering that includes calamari, grilled kingklip, Argentinean queen prawns and grilled crayfish.

The wide range of starters that precedes this extends from escargot and oysters to fresh black mussels, beef carpaccio and more.

Right now, the Steak Grill and Co is one of a kind – although it is affiliated to the Jack Salmon Group of restaurants.

But it is its location in Atherton House, which was built in 1904, that seals the fine dining deal.