News24.com | NMB Mayor Bobani faces another motion of no confidence

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The Patriotic Alliance (PA) in Nelson Mandela Bay (NMB) says it has tabled another motion of no confidence in Mayor Mongameli Bobani.

Council will meet on Thursday, when the motion – this time in terms of rule 24 – is expected to be debated, PA councillor Marlon Daniels said.

READ: NMB Mayor Bobani ‘not even shaken’ as another motion for his removal looms

In the notice, which News24 has seen, Daniels stated that Bobani couldn’t be “trusted” in office.

“Councillor Mongameli Bobani has done very little to none to the betterment of the lives of the poor communities,” he said.

In February, the party filed an urgent notice of intent to lodge a motion of no confidence against Bobani, which failed in the city council on March 1.

Not sticking to agreements

Daniels had initially filed the previous motion in terms of rule 25, and was seconded by the ACDP’s Lance Grootboom.

However, the council – minus the DA caucus – rejected the tabling of the motion when it was announced on the day, resulting in it not being voted on.

On the latest move, Daniels said: “This motion is on the council agenda, meaning then that it must be debated. There is no permission needed, it will now [come] before council and every party will have a chance to debate the motion.”

Daniels said the current coalition was not sticking to agreements that had been set when a new local government was formed, following the ousting of Athol Trollip.

“In simple terms, the agreement was that the minority parties will be the face of the metro, and currently they are not the face of the metro,” he said.

He accused Bobani of taking instructions from the ANC’s Andile Lungisa on how to run the metro.

He said the ANC was dictating what and how things should be done in the metro through Lungisa.

“I have had meetings with the minority parties; some of them came to me personally to talk to me on how unhappy they are with the new coalition government and it’s only because Bobani and Andile are the two people cracking [the] whip,” Daniels said.

When News24 contacted Lungisa, he said Marlon was “taking chances”; “loved the limelight”, and that the motion would not pass. “It won’t pass; he is just seeking attention. There is no substantive motion.”

Daniels said he trusted that during the debate, all those who were not in favour of the motion would be persuaded to think otherwise.

Hopeful

He added he was hopeful that council would most likely remove Bobani.

“There is lobbying that is taking place at the moment, because all we need to do now is to get two more councillors to support the motion and then the motion [will carry].”

“I think there is a very good chance of us to get this motion through; if the ones who are complaining in the coalition decide to stand on principles and do what is right and not be bothered about positions that they currently have,” said Daniels.

In 2017, the PA officially withdrew from the NMB coalition after it failed to put forward Daniels as the preferred candidate to take over the position of deputy mayor.

Bobani could not be reached for comment.

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Health24.com | 5 things you should know about getting a flu shot

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Winter 2018 saw an intense outbreak of influenza in the Northern Hemisphere. It is therefore vital for South Africans to get their “flu shot”. According to Netcare, the last flu cycle in the Northern Hemisphere resulted in the death of 30 infants in the US alone.

Dr Annamarie Richter,  medical director at Netcare’s Primary Care Division, stated on their website that a new vaccination was produced to match changes in two of three flu strains, and that this latest vaccination is now being made available throughout South Africa.

Still unsure whether you need the flu shot or not? Here’s what you should know:

1. It’s never too late, but rather do it sooner

While the middle of winter is not too late to receive the flu shot, remember that it takes about two weeks for the body to produce the necessary protective antibodies. Give your body enough time to develop adequate protection by getting your flu shot sooner rather than later.

2. You’re not only protecting yourself, but also other more vulnerable people

“Flu is not so bad for me, I recover quite quickly,” you may argue. Not only does the influenza virus change strains yearly, producing more severe symptoms, but you as an individual should also protect anyone vulnerable close to you, such as the elderly, infants, and those with a compromised immune system.

Some people argue that flu is simply a more severe form of the cold, but it is potentially fatal. According to Harvard Medical School, flu activity significantly increased in the US during their last winter, with the A(H3N2) virus being the most prevalent, leading to increased hospitalisations, especially in children and those over 65.

And even if you don’t show symptoms, you may still be spreading the virus without realising it – about 20% to 30% of those carrying the virus have had no symptoms.

3. You need to get an annual flu shot

You need to keep your vaccination up to date to make sure you are protected against the latest strains, as the influenza virus mutates yearly. So even if you had your shot last year, the 2019 vaccination was developed to fight the most prevalent strains of the latest flu season.

4. The flu shot will not give you the flu

Repeat after us, “You will not get the flu from the flu vaccination.” While some people experience minor side-effects such as localised swelling, mild fever and soreness, the best way to protect yourself against the flu remains the flu vaccine.

However, even if you still get flu after the flu vaccination, your symptoms will be milder.

5. There are other measures to protect yourself against the flu

While the flu vaccination is a key step in protecting yourself, it shouldn’t end there. Boost your immunity by including loads of fresh fruit and vegetables in your diet. If you start feeling run down, get more sleep. Avoid close contact with people who have the flu, and make sure you regularly wash your hands. If you are sick, stay away from work to avoid the flu from spreading. Not sure how long you should book yourself off sick? Read here.

Get your flu vaccination

If you haven’t had your shot yet, get it from a credible pharmacy or medical professional to make sure it is the most up-to-date version.

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Sales Executive Kwazulu-natal

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Vacancy Sales Executive: Region KwaZulu-Natal

  • Employment Equity Position (African Male / Female)
  • Drivers licence
  • Bilingual – English and Zulu
  • Applicant need to reside in Pietermaritzburg or immediate surrounding areas
    • With office being based in Camperdown

Minimum requirements

  • Grade 12
  • Relevant diploma or Certificate in the Industry or Sales field would be beneficial
  • 3-4 year industry related experience in sales
  • 2 year+ account management experience would be beneficial
  • Computer literate
  • Experience / competent in using Microsoft office suite
  • Goverment interaction would be beneficial incuding – lobbying

The Sales executive is the key point of contact between a Dream Hotels & Resorts properties and their assigned properties towards the allocated client base: they would need to be able to answer queries, offer advice, provide solutions and introduce new products. Their work includes: full account management – scheduling sales calls, demonstrating and presenting products with the key mandate of revenue generation for all Dream Hotels & Resorts properties within a prescribed area and market segments.

Unit sales executive based at Tala will focus on

  • government, local government and corporates within the region.
  • Niche – mountain biking and schools within the region.

This candidate will also act as a conduit between the community and Tala, including

  • The promotion of weddings within the area and community.

There will also be a large element of cross selling within the region of other properties.

Please apply via the link or online at https://www.dreamresorts.co.za/about-us/careers/

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Step into a elegant reception and make your way through a magnificent courtyard to your designer lock up and go pad in the heart of leafy Kenilworth…. minutes away from trendy restaurants and shops.

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News24.com | AS IT HAPPENED: ‘We have got to respect people’s privacy’ – Zondo on investigator inspecting Mantashe’s Eastern Cape property

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Pretorius requests a short adjournment before they proceed with the next two witnesses, which Pretorius says could span several hours. 

Zondo grants a 15-minute adjournment so that the legal team can prepare the next witness and the related evidence bundles. 

Proceedings resume at 15:40.

External Sales Consultant Stationary

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A vacancy exits for a qualified and experienced External Sales Consultant. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining and growing the current school base by efficiently selling goods and services, while achieving the gross profit goals that are assigned to them. Herewith an overview of the position, but not limited to:
Maintain and Grow Customer Base
Selling Goods and Services
Co-ordinate School Handouts
Marketing
Administration
Stock Take Skills and Abilities:
Good Communication skills are essential; person must be well spoken and fluent in both English and Afrikaans.
A pleasant and controlled manner of dealing with people at all times
An enthusiastic, outgoing person who is self-confident, with a positive attitude is desired for this position.
Valid Driver’s License (Code 08) – Essential
Proficient in MS Office with excellent computer skills knowledge. Experience, qualifications and knowledge:
Successful candidate must have excellent furniture product knowledge
Price list knowledge.
Knowledge on Axapta will be beneficial
Knowledge of company policy with regards to customer service.
Knowledge of the services the company has to offer
Knows the general operation of the company Salary – Negotiable depending on experience. Please forward CV + Salary Expectancy + Recent Photograph to Yolanda at recruiter@servicesolutions.co.za

Producer/Brand Manager (Somerset East)

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Remuneration: Basic salary 
Location: Somerset East
Type: Permanent
Company: Piehole.TV

Job description

Looking for a dynamic, organised person with a few creative bones in his/her body.

We’re an exciting company working with top international brands. We believe in the good life, doing killer creative and enjoying ourselves. We’ve got a state of the art “tech hub” for an office with a big garden and view of the mountain, say goodbye to long commuting and hello to a higher quality of life. Somerset East is a small town in the Karoo, famous for Biltong and beautiful weather.

Piehole.tv is one of the top explainer video companies worldwide. We’re looking for a Brand Manager. We need someone fluent at English, nice phone manner and pretty good on a computer. Design and/or writing skills will be advantageous.

Piehole.TV makes videos to explain our customer’s products using animation and live action. Your job will involve coordinating the video production to ensure our videos are completed on time, within budget and that they look great. Your day-to-day work will involve coordinating with clients from all over the world, script writers, animators and voiceover artists. The job will require a keen eye for detail, organisation and creative skills.

Requirements

  • Fluent in English
  • Good communication skills
  • Highly organised
  • Excellent computer skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • Design and/or writing skills will be advantageous

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This 20-Minute Resistance Band Butt Workout Will Seriously Work Your Glutes

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Resistance bands are a great way to squeeze in a butt workout from anywhere—even when you’re short on time.

Below are my top three favorite resistance band butt exercises. Perform them back to back with one minute of rest in between, allotting yourself roughly five minutes per exercise. You’ll work your butt from all angles—all in under 20 minutes.

RELATED: This 30-Day Squat Challenge Will Transform Your Butt in 4 Weeks

Kickbacks

On your hands and knees, place the center of your band under one foot. Hold the handles of your band under you with the band itself between your legs. Extend your foot with the band around it straight back 12 times, then place the band on the other foot and repeat. Alternate sides for two to three sets.

To make it harder: Do 15 to 20 reps instead of 12 or increase tension and build strength by adding a one- to three-second hold when your leg is fully extended. You can also bring the handles of your resistance band farther forward to make the resistance harder.

RELATED: These 4 Resistance Band Leg Exercises Will Transform Your Lower Body

Sumo squats

Stand on your resistance band with both feet, toes pointing out. Bring your feet about a foot wider than your shoulders on each side. Holding the handles at your side, squat straight down without leaning forward or backward for 12 reps. Raise the handles to your shoulders as you lower down on each rep to increase tension. Repeat for three sets.

To make it harder: For greater tension, hold the bands at your shoulders and raise them as high as possible when you squat down. Switch to a stronger band or hold at the lowest part of your squat for a few seconds. You can even squat faster to turn this move into a cardio butt-blaster.

RELATED: This 10-Minute Resistance Band Ab Workout Will Work Your Entire Core

Single-leg glute bridge

Lie on your back with your knees bent and your feet on the floor. Place the resistance band under one foot and raise that leg. Holding your bands at your sides, lift your hips and hold for one to two seconds when your spine is straight. Repeat on the other side after a set of 12 reps. Continue to alternate sides for two to three sets.

To make it harder: Pull the handles farther away from your midpoint or increase reps up to 25 on each side.

Nicole Borgenicht is a fitness writer and a nationally and internationally certified personal trainer with National Council for Certified Personal Trainers and Interactive Fitness Trainers of America.

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Content Officer (Cape Town)

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Born out of digital, integrated communications agency Publicis Machine is home to 100 adventurous minds.  The agency combines incisive strategy, award-winning creativity and cutting edge technology to transform their client’s business. It is represented in both Johannesburg and Cape Town and features additional talent across four specialist pillars: Narrative (content marketing), Answered (research), Moon Walk (public relations), and Nurun (technology specialist).

Content planning, creation, editing & management

  • In collaboration with client, plot monthly communication schedule (promotional mailers, newsletters, SMSs, web banners, social media posts).
  • Plan related content to support the monthly planning (write or commission, edit).
  • Commission writers and maintain a good freelance base of expert writers to contribute as needed.
  • Write copy as required for the elements (or brief junior writer to write as required).
  • Brief the communication elements into design studio and manage the process, with guidance for creative look and feel.
  • Conceptualise and write copy for communication elements as required by the client.
  • Strong writing skills to ensure style is consistent and that complicated topics are clearly explained to the member.
  • Ability to plan and edit content to take it to the next level, including turning articles into infographics, generating increasingly interactive and personalised content (like quizzes, gamification etc.)
  • Strong understanding of Google and Facebook analytics; able to compile reports on content performance for clients and present these to key stakeholders monthly.
  • Manage content budgets and timings, with the support of client service team.

Strategy

  • Take briefs from clients or potential clients, perform content audits and reviews and provide content marketing strategy, across print and digital.
  • Support teams in pitches by providing strategic content thinking for a variety of potential clients.
  • Constantly review the content marketing strategy you are implementing with your clients and optimise for best results; ensure all content produced is insights-led and performance-based.
  • Advise on content marketing and digital content best practice, for both in-house team and clients.

Relationship and network

  • Grow meaningful, trust-based relationships with clients to ensure long-lasting business agreements that deliver on client needs.
  • Manage client relationships and place the client at the heart of your work.
  • Identify new business opportunities and nurture relationships with key stakeholders to allow for business growth.
  • Build trust-filled relationships within your team and among your peers at the agency so that you are both a pleasure to work with, and you enjoy working with those around you.
  • Manage any junior staff members allocated to your team, including mentoring their professional growth and becoming invested in their future at the agency.

Requirements

  • Strong editorial and communications background across multiple platforms – a minimum of three years of experience as an editor of an online or print publication
  • Ability to multitask and plan across a range of projects.
  • Solid time management skills are essential.
  • Ability to work independently and make things happen.
  • Ability to bring creative thinking to a range of different marketing and content opportunities. Need to think out of the box!
  • Very strong English language writing and editing skills.
  • Ability to be firm in one’s beliefs on what makes great content.
  • People person, with good problem-solving skills and the ability to represent the agency in front of clients.
  • Be a strong leadership figure.
  • Confident reporting and presenting to key clients.
  • Comfortable tackling a range of content pillars, including content for clients in: financial services, FMCG, alcohol and more
  • Well-versed in digital content best-practice and strategy, from mainstream social media channels and websites to digital magazines, WhatsApp and more.
  • Strong journalistic network of content writers, creators and producers for commissioning work.
  • Be fundamentally passionate about the power of content and content marketing, be excited by delivering great work to clients, and be willing to go above and beyond, outside of the 9-to-5.
  • Creatively-minded and able to assist with creative direction on shoots.

Should you wish to apply for this role, please forward a copy of your CV to

moc.enihcamsicilbup@leahcim.mikpp

using the reference Content Officer.

Posted on 01 Apr 14:45

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