A star studded red carpet affair at the Rotunda in Camps Bay, sets to launch the fashion scene fiercely into 2012! Fashion designers Malcolm Kluk, CGDT, Craig Port, Stefania Morland, Beachcult and Jagadi Haute Couture will showcase their latest trends this February 10th, with SA’s style icon Elana Afrika and Expresso Morning Show’s Katlego Maboe as the evening’s celebrity hosts.

Adding that extra sparkle to the night, one very lucky guest will walk away with a pair of raw diamond chandelier earrings valued at R65 000.00, compliments of Aphrodite Diamonds. “We’re setting the bar really high this year” says Red Carpet Concepts Founder and MD, Jade Allen.

Proceeds from this prestigious charity fashion event will be donated to joinFITE (Financial Independence Through Entrepreneurship), a global women’s empowerment organisation, founded by  the  leading international skincare brand, Dermalogica.

SA’s largest online fashion superstore, Zando.co.za, will be exhibiting a sneak preview of their range of gorgeous ladies and men’s shoes; and internationally acclaimed cello artist Carol Thorns will be performing live, whilst guests enjoy complimentary drinks, canapés, and fabulous goody bags.

The exclusive VIP after party is taking place at Sandy B Private Beach Club with DJ Lady M and Anthea on the decks. The official Red Carpet Fashion Show after party is being held next door at St Yves Beach Club.

The Red Carpet Fashion Show 2012 is proudly sponsored by Zando, Aphrodite Diamonds, Peroni, Gordon’s Gin, Thin Lizzy, Dermalogica, Lindt, Katjes, Bobble, Vitamin Water, 360 Gym, Sally Williams, Ice Art SA, Wings Group, Moroccan Oil and Simply Italian.

Tickets are available through Webtickets.
For more information contact:
Webtickets
Email
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Twitter: @redcarpetct

Hayward’s Grand Safari Events and Expeditions is a name that is synonymous with eco-friendly elite big group safari camps. Preserving Africa’s heritage and exposing South Africa’s future leaders in commerce and industry to the true exotic beauty of their own back yard and the lessons that can be shared about ancient sustainable wisdom of its indigenous rural communities is the driving force of the company.

Uniquely, this luxury tented mobile hotel offers leading South African and international companies the exciting new opportunity of focusing their next big incentive travel trip or product launch into the undiscovered heart of rural South Africa – rather than the usual approach of blowing huge budgets on air charter and cross border scrambles to luxuriate on “exotic” island beaches which in affect support foreign economies instead of making a vital contribution to the future survival of  rural communities within our own country.

The man behind the name is Peter Hayward a 5th generation South African who has managed to successfully blend safari event management and tourism with sustainable village revitalisation.

Taking the lead in motivating South African corporate groups to join him on life changing safari expeditions into the hinterland, Hayward has come a long way from his humble beginnings. In 1979 whilst still gold mining with Anglo American, he started out with only a few small ten man guest camps for friends and clients participating over weekends in hunting and fishing excursions.

By 1993 he launched the world’s first (proudly South African) grand tented mobile hotel – accommodating up to 200 guests in big 5 game reserves. Today Hayward’s is the only 5 star rated mobile tented-hotel camp on the continent (if not the world) setting a new international precedent for the big group tented-hotel concept. “One can’t really get more exotic and adventurous than a grand mobile tented safari,” says Hayward.

He added, “I have a great passion and deep love and respect for southern Africa and believe that this sub-continent region has at its fingertips enough leadership, wealth of knowledge and innovative know how to avoid duplicating crumbling western (G8) models and rather develop new viable economic and resource utilisation models that are unique to Africa and that will provide solutions of future sustainability for all. We cannot keep falling into the antiquated industrial age trap of “rape and plunder” – we are digging our own graves if this continues.”

Hayward’s camps have been the preferred setting for some of the most lavish events for VIP’s & celebrities from around the world; but always, no matter the event, each safari camp has always served as a bridge to activate vital communication between the visiting urban leaders and their learned rural land custodian counterparts.

These safaris are offered in the some of the most off the track regions of this sub-continent giving everyone from global business opinion leaders to celebrities a rare opportunity to be immersed in and inspired by the sustainable lifestyles of rural communities.

High on the “wanted list” and being demanded by international incoming groups is to take part in a variety of legacy building activities.  Whether it’s simply planting fruit trees, starting a communal food garden, helping to build libraries, training centres, clinics or schools, this adds to the adventure and most guests rate it as an “enthralling experience”. A close-knit highly experienced team at Hayward’s helps to preselect a village and the collaborative philanthropic venture necessary based on the group’s budget and time restraints. Cancelling long haul charter flights to other countries usually provides more than enough budget to kick-start such a project.

“We are totally committed to acting as a bridge for both communities to come together and celebrate each other’s unique but equally important role in the future viability of South Africa“, says Hayward.

As with great explorers of past, the comfortable camp is usually set up near the village but within an adjoining nature reserve with an abundance of wildlife and adventure for a truly authentic safari experience where guests also can enjoy great safari pastimes such as clay pigeon shooting, long bow archery, fly fishing, falconry instruction, mountain biking, picnics, horse trails or enjoying traditional dancing around blazing camp fires and dine on mouth-watering local cuisine.

It is an experience that provides a chance to take part in something that will make a long-lasting difference in people’s lives and the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of city life as a reminder of the pleasure in the simple joys of life.

For more information, please contact:

Aimee du Plessis / Jade Allen

072 809 0851 / 082 552 4093

aimee@redcarpetpr.co.za / jade@redcarpetpr.co.za

SPECIAL EVENTS

St Yves 3rd Birthday Bash (event flier attached)
Date: Saturday 26 November
We will be pulling out all the stops and you can be sure the champagne will be flowing!
Stand to win Deadmau5 tickets!
Doors open 9PM.
Entertainment: Shaun Duvet and guests.

Cirque Du Freaq
Date: Tuesday 27 December
Featuring Sam Young (Skam Artist, UK), Gareth Kenward and Toby Kay (UK)
Hosted by Irvan
Doors open 9pm

Moet & Chandon NYE
Date: 31 December
Featuring Shaun Duvet, Gareth Kenward, p.H and special guests
Doors open 9pm
NYE ticket sellers:
Cat: 078 744 4907
Natalie: 083 965 8336

Jameson Power to the 5 party
Date: 28 January 2012
Poppy’s birthday celebration
Featuring 5FM DJ’s Poppy, Fresh, Euphonik, Roger Goode (Live broadcast) and p.H and Shaun Duvet
Doors open 9pm
www.5fm.co.za

EVERY WEDNESDAY

SOUL CANDI SESSIONS

Wed 21 Dec
Wed 28 Dec (doors open at 3pm)
Wed 4 Jan

Featuring Harael Salkow, Ricardo da Costa, Crazy White Boy, Deep Groove, and special guests.

EVERY THURS, FRI AND SAT

EVERYBODY LOVES THE SUNSHINE

The very best rare groove, soul and funk to ease you into the evening with Leighton Moody, Chris D & guests
Champagne and oysters
From 5pm

EVERY THURSDAY

THE GOOD LIFE
with p.H. and guests

December 2011

8 December
Featuring p.H., Milkshake (5fm), DJ Lyle and Luwayne Wonder

15 December
St Yves presents Roger Goode
Featuring Roger Goode (5fm), Shaun Duvet (Birthday celebration), p.H. and special guests

22 December
Featuring p.H., International DJ Sam Young (London UK), DJ Lyle and Lu Wayne Wonder

29 December
Featuring p.H., Shaun Duvet, Master M, Dimplez and Sam Young (London UK)

January 2012

5 January
Featuring p.H., International Chad Tyson (London UK) and DJ Lyle

12 January
Featuring p.H., Leo Large, DJ Lyle, Chad Tyson (London UK)

19 January
Featuring p.H., Chad Tyson (London UK), DJ Lyle and Luwayne Wonder

26 January
Featuring p.H., Vivilante (Metro FM), DJ Lyle and Chad Tyson (London UK)

EVERY FRIDAY

FROM CAPE TOWN WITH LOVE
Chris Jack and guests

December 2011

2 December
St Yves featuring Chris Jack, Ivan Turanjanin, Julz Sanchez and Danalog

9 December
Featuring Chris Jack, Anthea Scholtz, Jimmy Chronic and Slidzik

23 December
Featuring Chris Jack, Monique Pascall, T-Minus and Floyd Lavine

January 2012

6 January
Featuring Chris Jack, Prosper Rek (Blue Marlin Ibiza) and Anthea Scholtz

13 January
Featuring Chris Jack, Dean Fuel, Diggin 4 Dodge, Prosper Rek (Blue Marlin Ibiza)

20 January
Featuring Chris Jack, Nick Supply, Julz Sanchez, Ian & Malcolm Skene

27 January
Featuring Chris Jack, Killer Robot, Airwalker and Lady M

EVERY SATURDAY

SHOWTIME SATURDAYS
With Shaun Duvet and guests

December 2011

3 December
Featuring The Dale, Josh Borril, Lyle and Dan Shout on Sax
Doors open 9pm

10 December
Featuring Shaun Duvet, Roger Goode and 5FM guests
Doors open 9pm

17 December
Featuring Shaun Duvet, Sam Young (UK), The Dale
Doors open 9pm

24 December
Featuring Shaun Duvet, Harael Salkow, Sam Young (UK), Ellie ‘The Dancer’ Moffson and guests
Doors open 9pm

January 2012

7 January
Featuring Chad Tyson (UK), Tony Cha Cha (Holland) and Ricky H
Doors open 9pm

14 January
Featuring Shaun Duvet, Chad Tyson (UK), Gareth Kenward and Dan Shout live on sax
Doors open 9pm

21 January
Featuring Shaun Duvet, Chad Tyson (UK), Gareth Kenward and Dan Shout live on sax
Doors open 9pm

EVERY SUNDAY

GOLDFISH SUBMERGED SUNDAYS

Goldfish are celebrating 5 years of Submerged Sundays in Camps Bay.

Goldfish Submerged Sunday’s have truly become part of the fabric of Cape Town. Now in its 5th year, Goldfish have taken the Submerged Sunday’s concept and grown it into Cape Town’s hottest night of the Summer every week – hands down – featuring 12 exclusive sets from Goldfish every Sunday.

Pull in early for a drink and watch the sun set with the perfect soundtrack in South Africa’s most famous setting – before Goldfish take the stage to play the cutting edge live show that has made them a global phenomenon, showcasing tracks from their new album Get Busy Living – remixed.

From 27 November for Summer 2011/2012 at St Yves, Camps Bay, Cape Town.
Featuring 12 Exclusive Goldfish shows with special guest artists, international guest Dj’s and other surprise acts.
Doors open at 4pm.

For more information about any of these events or to make a table booking, please contact:
kim@styves.co.za

To arrange an interview with St Yves management or Goldfish, please contact:
Aimee du Plessis / Jade Allen
072 809 0851 / 082 552 4093
aimee@redcarpetpr.co.za / jade@redcarpetpr.co.za

St Yves Beach Club, Camps Bay, Cape Town
The Promenade, Victoria Road, Camps Bay, Cape Town
Tel: 021 438 0826

The concept is a fun and spoiling evening where girls will be treated to bubbly, yummy canapés, Dermalogica Face Mapping, skin treatments and a goody bag of customized samples and Lindt chocolate.

If you would be interested in booking a pamper party please email freya@redcarpetpr.co.za

Go on – treat yourself!

Cravings Delicatessen, a popular health food deli in the cosmopolitan neighborhood of Sea Point, is launching a healthy and convenient picnic service for the Cape Town Summer season.

The Cravings picnic package is ideal for a day out at the beach, romantic lunches, family gatherings, corporate events and more. Customers can call in to pre-order from the Cravings menu, which consists of a wide selection of freshly made fruit and veggie  juices, tasty smoothies, ice-teas, iced-coffees, fruits, salads, sandwiches and wraps. The food gets packed into a Cravings cooler bag that comes with ice packs and can be collected at the store at any time between 7:30 am and 6:30pm.

Their location in the heart of Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard strip, which is renowned for its beautiful beaches and breath-taking scenery, was the inspiration for Cravings Delicatessen owners Michelle and Mel Uria, to introduce a fun and affordable picnic alternative for holiday makers to enjoy relaxed summer days.

“Our goal is to give both the locals and tourists more time to unwind and enjoy the holiday season by providing them with quality food without the hassle of having to stand in stores in long queues on hot days only to have to go home again to pack food for the days outing,” says Michelle. “There’s something very special about a summer picnic in Cape Town – getting to enjoy the beautiful weather and revel in nature while relishing good healthy food.”

Price: R120 for cooler bag (as a refundable deposit or purchase of bag alone excluding contents) and R15 per ice pack
Order times: From 7am
Collection times: From 7:30 am – 6pm (customers to give half hour notice)
Cooler bags must be returned within 30 days in same condition.

For more information about Cravings Delicatessen and the Cravings picnic baskets, please contact:
Office: 77 Regent Road, Seapoint
Tel: 021 434 5200
Email: cravings@telkomsa.net

Finweek, South Africa’s leading financial news publication has joined forces with business development and acceleration firm Aurik to promote entrepreneurship in South Africa.

They will be offering 10 bursaries – each valued at R250 000 – for promising Gauteng entrepreneurs who are serious about growing their businesses. These entrepreneurial bursaries will help fund the tools and skills needed for the business to develop and will also be focused on doubling its revenue over a two year period.

“I don’t believe that we as South Africans celebrate our entrepreneurs enough. If they are the answer to job creation and innovation, something we witness daily, then surely we should celebrate them,” says Aurik CEO Pavlo Phitidis.

Phitidis says while entrepreneurship remains a major creator of jobs in South Africa there needs to be more support systems in place for business magnates. “We have worked with well over 500 entrepreneurs, from those in start-up businesses to those generating turnovers of R100m plus and not once have we ever seen anyone do it alone. All had help and found the support they needed when they needed it, yet in this country we so often remain too proud to seek help when we need it.”

“What I like about this competition is that it is scalable and dynamic,” says Finweek editor Marc Ashton, explaining that while the initial phase of the competition is focused on Gauteng based entrepreneurs there are opportunities to expand to other regions.

The competition has a unique crowd-sourcing and fund raising element attached to it in the second six month period and will make use of social media to allow readers and competition to champion the businesses they are backing.

The progress of the finalists will be tracked through Finweek and regular feedback will be shared through the print, online and entrepreneur events.

For further details on the competition please visit – http://www.aurik.co.za/accelerators-campaign-nomination/ – or follow the competition by picking up your weekly edition of Finweek or visiting www.fintalk.co.za.

For further information:
Marc Ashton
Editor – Finweek
082-561-1585
marca@finweek.co.za

Pavlo Phitidis
Aurik
pavlo@aurik.co.za
011-447-5575

Cecilia Square, the innovative office building to be built next to Paarl Mall from early next year, now has a 100% owner. Wolf Edmayr, Managing Director of BKB Limited, recently signed the final paperwork to make his company the proud owner of this technology-intelligent environment-friendly development in the quintessential winelands town of Paarl.

Lazercor Developments initially planned to retain part-ownership of this A-grade office complex, but BKB soon indicated that they wanted to buy the entire office space of approximately 4 900 m2.

“We are expanding and simply had to find more space for our Western Cape office. When we received news of this development, we saw the investment potential and decided to buy the entire complex, rather than only the 20% we need at present,” Edmayr explains.
According to Edmayr the spaciousness and contemporary design were important factors, but the ideal location of these new offices played a key role in their decision to buy.

“Situated as it is next to the N1, this will be the ideal base from which to serve our business area, which stretches from the Western to the Southern Cape – to say nothing of the staff’s plans to make the most of their location right next to the Paarl Mall over lunch hours,” he smiles.
There were some other equally compelling reasons for BKB’s purchase, namely the advanced technology and environmental awareness inherent in the design. It is for this reason that Edmayr foresees no problem in renting out the remaining 80% of the office space.

“Our business philosophy is leaning towards becoming ‘greener’, and in that regard this development fits us like a glove – the design is aimed at achieving an international 4-star Green Star rating, which will make it the first green building of its calibre in Paarl. Ant then, of course, there is Cecilia Square’s attractive technology offering.”

Although ‘attractive’ is probably an understatement for this technology-intelligent development, which will feature a single managed high-speed IP backbone for services such as a fireproof data centre/server room, wired and wireless telephony system, VOIP access control and intercom system, state of the art surveillance system, dedicated high-speed internet access, business continuity and disaster recovery through 24-hour building systems management and maintenance, uninterruptible power supply for infrastructure and core network hosting.

Cecilia Square’s ‘green’ rating is based on its design, which is in line with international guidelines around the reduction of carbon footprint and minimal environmental impact. High quality building materials have also been specified for their ability to insulate and complement the energy-saving design of the building. Fittings such as lights that automatically dim or brighten, depending on ambient light, or air-conditioners that automatically switch off when no motion is detected for a certain period will further contribute towards keeping Cecilia Square’s electricity account – and carbon footprint – as low as possible. The technologically advanced design even takes into account the well-being of tenants, with advanced carbon dioxide monitoring and automatic adjustment of air quality.

“It makes so much sense – not only from the perspective of environmental awareness, but also practically, in terms of cost savings. The green design even makes provision for showers and bicycle parking areas – so maybe we should make it a rule that staff members should cycle to work, rather than drive!”, Edmayr teases.

BKB staff members are also looking forward to the move to Cecilia Square, which will probably take place some time during 2013. As one staff member puts it, “We spend a large part of our life at work – so if your environment is attractive and comfortable, it makes a huge difference to your productivity. And the views are something else!”

“I’m just glad they are keeping the old oak trees on the site – it will give the place a bit of a timeless feeling,” another adds.

Clients will not be impacted at all by BKB’s move – quite the reverse. Cecilia Square’s generous parking areas and easy access from the N1 will make it much easier for clients to visit the new offices… and even drop in at the neighbouring Paarl Mall along the way.

Mark Teuchert, a director of Lazercor Developments, is equally excited about this project. “We promised BKB that we’ll start construction early in 2012… and with this office building being our greenest development yet, we can’t wait to see the end result.”

It seems that office space in Paarl will never be quite the same again – and that other business owners may have to brace themselves for staff members badgering them to make the move to Cecilia Square.

With the likes of Winnie Mandela, Pabi Moloi, Lucas Radebe, Uyanda Mbuli and several stars from TV shows such as Generations, Selimathunzi and All Access in the audience, the 60th birthday of DRUM could be nothing else but spectacular. The event was held at Emperor’s Palace on Wednesday, 26 October and was marked by glitz, glam and breathtaking performances by stars such as Umoja, Boom Shaka and Zahara. DRUM topped off the evening with a selection of prestigious awards that went to icons in the South African history.

The recipients are as follows:
Posthumous, in recognition of a DRUM legend who is no longer with us – Dolly Rathebe, the first ever DRUM pin-up girl.
Living Legend, a legend still delivering the DRUM beat – Legendary photographer, Alf Khumalo.
Timeless Beauty, always and forever a favourite – jazz musician Thandi Klaasen.
Rising Star, someone who has inspired us and readers – actress and singer Thembi Seete.
Ubuntu Award, where we say “siyabonga” to those who have made a difference – Gcina Mhlope
Couple To Look Up To, an award to show that we believe family is the backbone of our society – musicians Caiphus Semenya and Letta Mbulu.
Behind The Scenes, in recognition of those who are never in the limelight but whose work has an impact on our lives – creator of the much loved soapie Generations, Mfundi Vundla.
DRUM icon, someone whose work and sacrifice is our heritage – the legendary Winnie Mandela.

“It really was a magnificent evening and it was an honour to welcome an icon such as Winnie Mandela,” says DRUM editor, Makhosazana Zwane-Siguqa. “It is a night and a birthday that DRUM will not forget and we thank all the celebrities and icons who joined us for the occassion.”

In celebration of this iconic title’s birthday, DRUM will host an exclusive party on 26 October 2011 at Emperor’s Palace in Johannesburg. All the biggest DRUM stars will attend and there will be great live music performances.

Media24 Weekly Magazines will also be publishing DRUM 60th, a glossy commemorative magazine.

“DRUM 60 will bring together all the elements that make this title one of the best in South Africa, highligting not only important moments in the magazine’s and South Africa’s history but also showcasing the characters behind DRUM. It is a fusion of experience and experiences,” DRUM editor Makhosazana Zwane-Siguqa says. “I have ensured our new generation of authors, journalists and social comentators have been wellrepresented in the magazine. For me it is very important to illustrate how DRUM journalists of old inspired and motivated my peers to be what we are. Zukiswa Wanner, Lebo Mashile, Mike Nicol and Simphiwe Danaare just some of the bylines and names that lent us their voices in the compilation of this issue.”

Readers can look forward to stories about legendary journalists such as Henry Nxumalo, Nat Nakasa and Can Themba. There are articles about the issues the magazine has covered from life in Sophiatown to forced removals and apartheid race laws to memorable short stories and photo stories. And, of course, there are reprints of classic DRUM covers featuring legends such as Dolly Rathebe.Coupled with stunning pictures by photographers such as Peter Magubane, Alf Kumalo and Jürgen Schadeberg, this publication is a keepsake for DRUM readers.

DRUM 60 will be available in stores countrywide by the end of November.

Medac is proud to announce their partnership with the Cocodrama brand by TV presenter and celebrity mom Zuraida Jardine, for the new Tummy Tucker post pregnancy belt that will be launched at the Baby Expo, South Africa’s largest baby and parenting exhibition taking place in Cape Town from 14-16 October.

For the past 30 years Medac has always been dedicated to continually working together with expert medical professionals and scientific institutions to improve existing products and develop new products for the local market.

Medac has now recently partnered with Eto from Denmark to manufacturer post plastic surgery garments and post-operative garments that assist with recovery. From 14-17 October, Medac will have an exhibition of their products at the prestigious APRSSA (Association of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeons of Southern Africa) Congress taking place at the Spier Estate in Stellenbosch.

From 7-9 October Parys will be packed as mountain bike enthusiast flock to the popular tourist destination for the Crater Cruise festival. Medac will be at the festival with a one-stop-shop of all their Rockets brand of cycling apparel and compression garments which have cutting edge designs that help your muscles recover during and after sport.

The highly popular Look Good Feel Good Expo is back again in Johannesburg from 7-9October. Medac will be at the expo hosting live demonstrations of their Rockets Weight Bags and showcasing the Rockets range of apparel.

For more information on MEDAC contact:
Head Office – Cape Town
Telephone number: 086 163 3221
Fax:  021 706 1636
Email: sue@medac.co.za
http://www.medac.co.za or http://www.medacsport.co.za