British Airways Gives SA Companies Free Tickets

Aug 4, 2010 | ,

Earlier this year, I did a post (Beyond Borders - Free Air Tickets) on a competition that British Airways was running where 50 South African companies could win a Business Opportunity Grant with each Grant consisting of “10 return Business Class flights anywhere on the British Airways network".  The winners have finally been announced and include companies from an array of industries, including: Manufacturing, IT, Energy, Media, Healthcare Services, Telecommunications, Business Consulting & Engineering. British Airways ran this initiative in four countries and received the highest number...

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To Reflect A Nation (7)

Aug 3, 2010 |

South Africa has talent. This is not just in terms of the reality show that is about to go into its second season but also from a television and film production perspective. Some years ago, I used to develop television concepts for various clients (mainly production companies) and was always inspired by the level of creativity at all levels of the production process, from directors and camera people to production managers and editors. The troubles at SABC has created a massive void and put many a creative out of work. I am hoping this situation will improve and that Mzansi Magic will add to...

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Creating African Superheroes (7)

Jul 27, 2010 |

Comic books, cartoon strips, graphic novels ... they have served as an escape for many a child (and some adults). They are filled with lessons, creativity, hope, refuge, etc. Comic book artist Alex Ross touches on this in this interview: httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlC9Q8Vr90M It isn't easy to find African superheroes though and, sadly, historically, African characters in comic books have often been fringe characters. In my column in last Sunday's 7, I share my thoughts on comics and Africa ... [City Press]

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Get Off Your High Horse (7)

Jul 19, 2010 |

We are all capable of much and often wear many hats. To view another as merely a doctor or a lawyer or a singer, with all the stereotypes that come with those, is to do the individual a gross injustice. We create these boxes and then spend much time trying to ensure that all within the 'group' stay within those boxes. Being someone involved on the fringes of the arts, having come from a more business background, I always struggled to stay focused on my motives and my plan and make sense of the poet in me.... [City Press]

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Blackberry Messenger Traffic Spikes Worldwide

Jul 16, 2010 | ,

Blackberry Messenger has taken over many of our lives, having become the underground twitter. RIM just released some interesting facts about BBM and its usage during the World Cup. Over the past month, RIM saw a clear correlation between BBM traffic and significant events during the World Cup as fans shared their delights and despairs in real time with friends and family during live match action. Throughout the World Cup, there were several notable moments that correlated with BBM traffic. Some of the most significant included:   During a thrilling World Cup final between the Netherlands and...

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What Have You Done With Your Flag?

Jul 15, 2010 | ,

I really don't know how I feel about this. In the lead up to the World Cup, South African flags became all the rage. Before, you would only see them on government and other official type buildings and spaces. Just before, the flag was on cars, in windows, on t-shirts, etc. It did feel a bit strange but it was heartening to see a certain pride being taken in nationhood. Sadly, as we journeyed deeper into the tournament - and after Bafana Bafana was knocked out - the flags seemed to become fewer and fewer, particularly on cars. Now. With the World Cup only a few days behind us, I have not seen...

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