Sport24.co.za | Zondagh: It will be tough to keep Boks in SA

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Pretoria – It will be an uphill battle to keep Springboks in this country after the upcoming Rugby World Cup, especially with some massive amounts being offered to players at the moment to join clubs overseas.

That’s the view of Bulls Director of Rugby Alan Zondagh, who believes that while franchises and SA Rugby will do everything they can to convince players to stay in the country, it will be very difficult to argue against the financial incentives.

According to SuperSport.com, Zondagh met with Springbok coach Rassie Erasmus last week with a number of the Bulls’ Boks whose contracts come to an end after the World Cup and believes they are making progress, but the fight is tough.

Handre Pollard, Jesse Kriel, RG Snyman and Jason Jenkins are some of the players who have been targeted by overseas clubs and will decide their future shortly.

“I have to stay positive about it, (but) it will be very very difficult. As I am sitting here, and if Swys (de Bruin – Lions coach) is sitting where he is sitting and the Sharks or the Stormers with Pieter-Steph (du Toit)…. the franchises just don’t know what to do… it is inevitable, but we will do our best to keep our boys.”

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Zondagh said while he believed the new direction that Erasmus had decided upon – to enforce Regulation 9 so that overseas-based players will not be stopped by their clubs to play for the national team – has helped the argument, but the sheer difference in exchange rate makes it a tough argument to sell.

“I think so, but money is still the evil, and what they get offered to go overseas. If you think you get offered that type of money to go overseas, you’re going to think, here I go. I’m not against that, it is world markets, it is demand, and we have brilliant players in South Africa.

“We have a lot of players and they are going to keep stealing our players. They are busy with the second tier now and some of the clubs are busy with the 20 year olds now, because they see good players that they can get into their system quite early and maybe even get them to play for their country.

“We are going to have a continuous problem. But we are trying to do at the Bulls now, is make it so comfortable for the players here that they want to be here. And players on the outside want to come here because they say to themselves: ‘If I really want to be a top player, I have to go to the Bulls, they can turn me into a top professional’. That is what we have to do.”

Zondagh called for a new approach to contracting, concentrating more on quality over quantity when it comes to recruitment.

“It is not going to work anymore to say we have the biggest budget and we are just going to buy the best players in the country and you don’t do anything with them. I think that will be our biggest challenge to make sure we develop our players into better players. Make the best better and that has been neglected a bit in South Africa.”

Zondagh warned that if they get it wrong, the Bulls could be a spent force by next season.

“That is a major problem, we could go from top to bottom within a season. Besides the top players that we might lose… and hopefully we can keep (them)… the next job is to ensure that your No 2 is as close as possible as No 1,” he explained.

“You can’t go into these competitions where your No 2 is far removed from your No 1, and then you don’t even talk about your No 3. So that is why the individual player development for me within the team, has to be continuous. Take Eli Snyman, look how he stepped up and where he still can go.

“We must make sure we get him as close to Lood (de Jager) as possible, so when Lood gets an injury, Eli steps in. But he isn’t the finished product yet, but you can see the potential is there. We must make sure we work individually with each player and we must make sure we must get him close as can be again.

“And then we will have a squad that can carry on and if you lose a player after two years, then we know the next guy can step in, and there is a smooth transition, otherwise we are going to have this massive difference.”

While the Bulls are on a bye this week, Zondagh has been hard at work implementing his changes to the system, which he believes will better equip the franchise to try and keep their top stars.

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News24.com | Gauteng MEC Faith Mazibuko offers apology to her staff over rant – ‘I became emotional’

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Gauteng MEC for sport and recreation Faith Mazibuko has apologised to her subordinates for her behaviour after the leaking of audio clips in which she allegedly tried to force her staff to disregard procurement processes in the construction of sports facilities in order to help the ANC win elections.

In a statement issued on Thursday, Mazibuko denied that her instructions to senior managers in the department were illegal.

“I wish to reiterate that at no stage did I give unlawful instructions to senior managers in the department except to stress the importance of achieving performance targets of the department and fulfilling promises made to communities as part of service delivery agreements and that this should be carried out within the prescripts of the law,” she said.

Her statement comes after amaBhungane published parts of the leaked audio clip of a meeting between Mazibuko and senior managers which took place on February 15. In the recordings, Mazibuko is heard shouting in isiZulu and English at a group of employees in a meeting about the building of sports facilities on which a combination of sports can be played.

“You better do it. I want those, no rollover of that money for combi-courts. You two! How you do it, even if you go fly a magic, you better do it. Those combi-courts, I want to use (them) to campaign to win the elections. I don’t want to hear stories, Monica. I want combi-courts and no stories.

“If you want to give me stories, then give me your resignation letters. I will fire you, you people who are not prepared to spend my money (sic),” Mazibuko is heard saying. 

One of the employees tries to respond to the MEC who becomes more agitated. 

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“It doesn’t matter. Don’t tell me (in) English. I want combi-courts. Ngithi (I’m saying), or bring your resignation letters. That’s all I want. We empower you, you are not empowered. Which department has an Indian that is a CFO, and an HOD who is a mlungu (white)? Ayikho (There isn’t one) including national (departments). You must thank me for empowering you. So don’t sabotage me, you better do your work or get out (sic).”

“MEC we are doing our jobs,” replies an employee.

Mazibuko continues with her rant: “That’s why some departments don’t want to see a white woman or an Indian woman. Ababafuni (They don’t want them). It is not racism, it’s because you like talking English (sic).”

‘Unreserved’ apology

When one of the employees tries to interject, Mazibuko shouts in isiZulu that they must keep quiet and not disrupt her. 

“No other departments, you two are the lucky ones, you must thank me. I said keep quiet, keep quiet. I don’t want to hear anything. You better sort out those combi-courts (sic).” 

“We are working to achieve that MEC,” says an employee. In Thursday’s statement Mazibuko said she was apologising to the people of Gauteng.

“In a meeting held with the executive managers on February 15 in the department of sport, arts, culture and recreation, I raised concerns about lack of implementation of key priority community projects. An audio recording of the discussions of the meeting was leaked to the media.

“In a statement I previously issued on the matter I avoided speaking about the contents of the meeting out of respect for confidentiality. The audio recording of the meeting has been widely publicised. Out of frustration for lack of delivery, I became emotional and used inappropriate tone and language to show my frustration at lack of delivery.

“I wish to unreservedly apologise to all senior managers who were in the meeting, all staff members in the department, the premier and the people of Gauteng for the tone that I used and my general conduct in the meeting.”

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Must be prepared to undergo assessments. Interested and qualified candidates may forward CV’s to janine@mpc.co.za Reference Number: JC 46427

Cost Accountant (muizenberg)

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COST ACCOUNTANT (MUIZENBERG) in Western Cape | Other Finance/Accounting | Job Mail | 4388283

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OUR CLIENT IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A COST ACCOUNTANT IN MUIZENBERG

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If you do not fit the specification with the minimum requirements your application will not be accepted for this position. Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete an Assessment or Test to demonstrate your knowledge of this position.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Finance or Cost Accounting
  • An understanding of GMP and HACCP
  • Advanced MS Excel knowledge
  • Syspro experience is an advantage

 

Applicants must reside in MUIZENBERG or surrounding area.

Only South African citizens, who are suitably qualified, live in the applicable area and meet the requirements of the position are eligible to apply for this vacancy.

Please take note: if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

 

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Sales Manager (industrial Seals And Gaskets)

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SALES MANAGER (Industrial Seals and Gaskets) in Kwazulu-Natal | Other Sales/Marketing | Job Mail | 4395785

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INTERNATIONAL FLUID SEALING MANUFACTURING COMPANY IS SEEKING TO EMPLOY A SALES MANAGER TO JOIN THEIR DYNAMIC TEAM IN DURBAN

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If you do not fit the specification with the minimum requirements your application will not be accepted for this position. Shortlisted candidates may be required to complete an Assessment or Test to demonstrate your knowledge of this position.

Requirements:

  • Minimum Matric qualification in Maths and English
  • Formal recognised sales qualification (or working towards)
  • Management qualification or other professional management training(or working towards)
  • Engineering-related qualification
  • Time served engineer
  • Knowledge of engineering/engineering background
  • Expertise in providing sealing solutions to a wide range of industry/market sectors

 Skills/ Duties:

  • Success with developing sales strategy and sales plans
  • Managing and building competent and capable  teams
  • Contractual exposure within a sales role, with an understanding of terms and conditions
  • Experience of developing and managing sales budgets
  • Excellent understanding of engineering with the ability to identify customer requirements, understand engineering drawings and customer specifications

 

Applicants must reside in DURBAN or surrounding area.

Only South African citizens, who are suitably qualified, live in the applicable area and meet the requirements of the position are eligible to apply for this vacancy.

Please take note: if you have not been contacted within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

 

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Health24.com | Steve Biko Hospital conducts world’s first ever middle ear transplant

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The Steve Biko Academic Hospital in Tshwane has successfully completed the world’s first ever middle ear transplant, using 3D-printed middle ear bones. 

The groundbreaking surgery has allowed a 35-year-old man to hear again after his ear was completely damaged in a car accident.

“This may be the answer to conductive hearing loss, a middle ear problem caused by congenital birth defects, infection, trauma or metabolic diseases,” health department spokesperson Popo Maja said in a statement on Wednesday.

The surgery was developed by Professor Mashudu Tshifularo and his team at the University of Pretoria’s faculty of health using 3D-printing technology to print the hammer, anvil and stirrup – the ossicles that make up the middle ear. They are the smallest bones in the human body.   

“By replacing only the ossicles that aren’t functioning properly, the procedure carries significantly less risk than known prostheses and their associated surgical procedures. 

Read: World’s first child hand transplant a ‘success’

“We will use titanium for this procedure, which is biocompatible. We use an endoscope to do the replacement, so the transplant is expected to be quick, with minimal scarring,” Tshifularo explained.

A pioneering surgery such as this one, however, needs funding and sponsors to take off. 

“For Prof Tshifularo, ‘innovate or perish’ are words to live by when it comes to clinical procedures, teaching, research and medical devices, and [he] believes that academics have a responsibility to come up with solutions that benefit communities,” Maja added

Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi has called on donors and developers to support this breakthrough. 

“As the Department of Health, we shall do everything in our power to assist and mobilise resources to make sure that Professor Tshifularo gets all the help he needs for this far reaching innovation”, he concluded.

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12 March 2019 – KZN VAT vendor imprisoned for seven years for VAT fraud

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Pretoria, 12 March 2019 – A KwaZulu-Natal woman who defrauded SARS of approximately R 4 million, was handed down an effective seven-year jail sentence in the Durban Regional Court last Thursday.

Ms Saraspathie Vallee (47) of Chatsworth, as sole proprietor of the closed corporation Gutterpride Trading, pleaded guilty to Value Added Tax fraud and contraventions of the Prevention of Organised Crime Act.

Using SARS’ eFiling service, she claimed a VAT refund to the value of R3 972 814 on behalf of Gutterpride for a single tax period in 2014 and SARS was supplied with falsified supporting documents to substantiate the claim. SARS reduced the refund and after outstanding taxes were liquidated an amount of R2 484 683.75 was refunded to the entity.

Within a few days of the refund being paid in the closed corporation’s account, Vallee made numerous transfers from the account.

Vallee pleaded guilty to the two charges in terms of Section 112(1)(a) of the Criminal procedures Act. The entity, Gutterpride was also sentenced to R100 000 fine, provisionally suspended for five years.

AS SARS’ risk engines continuously improves, we will continue to bring VAT fraudsters to book, to rebuild trust in our organisation, create a fair playing field for businesses, and support our mandate of collecting money that is due to the state.

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Coordinator – Communication/Marketing (Cape Town)

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Remuneration: Market related 
Location: Cape Town
Education level: Degree
Job policy: Employment Equity position
Type: Permanent
Reference: #Ref. SSVO/066/0319
Company: Stellenbosch University

Stellenbosch University 

Centre for Student Counselling and Development (CSCD) Equality Unit

Coordinator: Communication and Marketing

(Ref. SSVO/066/0319) 

The Equality Unit (EqU) promotes collective action towards social justice and discourse regarding social asymmetries at Stellenbosch University. The Unit coordinates, educates and raises awareness around equality, gender, HIV/Aids, and anti-discrimination amongst students and staff on campus. The Unit is further responsible for the coordination and implementation of Stellenbosch University’s policies on Unfair Discrimination, Sexual Harassment and HIV/Aids. It also serves as a central walk-in service for students and staff managing reports of unfair discrimination and various forms of harassment. 

Duties:

This position entails the coordination of a comprehensive institutional marketing and communication equality and HIV strategy for Stellenbosch University that aims to realise an inclusive, value-driven campus, free from unfair discrimination, harassment and victimisation, as well as that the HIV prevention and support services needed for student and staff success are promoted. The post is aimed at establishing and strengthening SU’s leadership role with respect to equality and HIV (including gender and sexualities) through the use of communication and marketing. Duties include:

  • Strenghtening SU’s leadership and institutional communications/marketing on equality, gender, sexualities and HIV within a framework of social justice, health and wellness;
  • Coordinating and developing traditional and digital communications/marketing for the EqU and the CSCD.

Requirements:

  • A postgraduate qualification in a communications or marketing-related field, or equivalent proven experience in those fields;
  • A minimum of four years’ relevant work experience;
  • Knowledge of strategic communication campaigns in a contemporary, digital and networked society;
  • Proven understanding and experience in integrated marketing and communication operations;
  • Knowledge and experience with social media and web-based platforms as a marketing and communication mechanism;
  • Experience in writing media releases and articles;
  • Knowledge of social justice issues;
  • Fluent in two South African languages including English;
  • Knowledge and experience in facilitation/training;
  • Excellent interpersonal, time management, written and verbal communication skills;
  • Advanced computer skills with regard to MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and social media;
  • Ability to build and sustain relationships and networks with students and staff at all levels;
  • The ability to take initiative and to function effectively under pressure.

Recommendations:

  • Knowledge of communication protocols within the higher education environment;
  • A third South African language.

Commencement of duties: 1 May 2019 or sooner

Closing date: 10 April 2019

Enquiries regarding the job content: Mr. Jaco Greeff Brink on 021 808 2865, or at

az.ca.nus@knirbgj

Enquiries regarding remuneration/benefits as well as technical assistance with the electronic application process: Human Resources Client Services Centre on 021 808 2753 

The University will consider all applications in terms of its Employment Equity Plan, which acknowledges the need to diversify the demographic composition of the staff corps, especially with regard to the appointment of suitable candidates from the designated groups.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. 

Your application, comprising a comprehensive curriculum vitae (including the names and complete contact details of at least three referees), must reach the University before or on the closing date of the advertised post.

Apply online at www.sun.ac.za/english/careers

Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.

The University reserves the right to investigate qualifications and conduct background checks on all candidates. 

Should no feedback be received from the University within four weeks of the closing date, kindly accept that your application did not succeed.

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