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Are South African People all Racist?

Admin — Mon, 16 May 2011 11:13:30 +0000

Are South African people all Racist? Trying to answer this question is trying to answer the question: Is South Africa ever going to see a white President again? South Africans are very fascinated and experts on ethnicity and race, the curly hair, skin colour, where foreigners come from, sexuality and gender traits. Everyone has names for everyone in South Africa…those that are different from “us”. “Darkie”. “Hot-not”. “Gam”. “Whitie”. “Moffie”. South Africa is a country that is guilty of generalizations. The other thing is, which is also the truth, is that every single person around the world and not only in South Africa, has their own brand of humour, and here we express racial and many other identities. Normally, this “humour” is non-offensive.

Trying to explain and find an answer to: are South African people all racist? The thing is that “black” people are not bothered that “whites” dislike them, or vice versa. For whatever reason. When it comes to “straights” and “gays”, men and women, it is not prejudice expressed, but it just a way for the Other person to define them. These identities are typically negative – the Other Black, the Other Gay, the Other White, the Other Coloured, the Other Foreigner, and then all the Others. This is all negativity.

A working wife and mother means lower salary than the working husband and father doing the same type of work. Black Other means poor, unemployed and landless. White Other means nice house, flashy car and investments. Gay Other means criticism, rejection and being bullied. The list goes on and on, but the point is already made. Calling yourself a White, a Black, a Coloured or an Indian – is that not categorizing yourself already? There are people with diverse backgrounds, yes. However, Apartheid created the catergories Coloured, White, Black and Indian. Blacks are not known as “Africans”. We are all Africans. We were all born on this land.

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Wedding Decor Ideas

Admin — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 08:47:28 +0000

Wedding decor ideas whether you are getting married in Durban, Cape Town or anywhere in South Africa will help you to create a ceremony that will make a lasting impression on your guests minds forever. We are not just talking flowers here, we are saying get creative, look in not so typical shops and places to get inspiration and to buy items to decorate your wedding reception venue. By using a little imagination and creativity it is possible to come up with some unique and original decorating ideas that go well beyond the traditional and normal.

When shopping or looking for unique and original wedding decor ideas be on the look-out for different types and styles of linen, table cloths, candles, candle holders as well as vases, glass and silver ware. Chances are not only will you find some unique products to use at your ceremony but also that the prices and cost of these goods are a lot cheaper than you will buy in any wedding shop in Cape Town, Durban, Johannesburg or elsewhere in South Africa. Have you ever noticed that whenever products are sold in shops related to a marriage they seem to have an inflated price tag? We have too!

Why not hire furniture and accessories for your big day? This is a great idea for those who need to fill an empty reception hall or an area for guests that need tables, chairs and even beautiful curtains. Rental equipment can save you a lot of money and help you to plan arrangements and spaces to suit your liking. Indoors or outdoors, there are many rental companies that have a variety of equipment and furniture that will allow you to hire wedding decor and even help give you ideas for your specific ceremony venue.

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Braaing Chicken in Various Marinades

Admin — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 15:29:23 +0000

When it comes to braaing chicken in various marinades, nowadays people don’t apply the marinade to the chicken before braaing it. The reason being is that marinade causes the skin to burn and there are lot of South Africans out there that love their braaied chicken skin. Many South Africans first braai this white meat and then apply the sauces to the chicken after the wings and drumsticks are done. They then put all the chicken in a casserole dish on the braai to allow the marinade to cook into the chicken. This is one of the tips you will get from a braai loving South African. If you enjoy your barbecue marinade on your chicken, but have stopped using it because it burns the chicken skin, do it this way.

If you enjoy a braai and love your marinades, braaing chicken in various marinades can add a lot of flavour to your white meat. Get yourself a basting brush and as soon as you place the drumsticks and wings on the hot coals, coat the chicken on both sides with your favourite barbecue sauces. If you like a little bit of charred skin, then this will be a great way to braai chicken. There are also quite a few South Africans that enjoy barbecuing their meat on hot coals. The coals are so hot that they have to stand there and turn the chicken literally every five seconds. There are many ways you can braai your white meat and it is up to you how you prefer it.

If you want some braaing tips from other people in South Africa, you might learn a thing or two and you might be able to teach a thing or two. There is no wrong way of braaing, because your way works for you. Use these tips when learning how to braai chicken properly in various marinades or acquire some of your own.

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Wedding Reception Ideas and Décor

Admin — Wed, 02 Mar 2011 13:04:37 +0000

Wedding reception ideas and décor for those looking to get creative can be exciting when you’re planning your special day and it comes closer to the event. South Africa has an incredible selection of beautiful venues where you can have your celebration in style and comfort. It is time to get creative to make your reception a day that your guests will never forget.

Choosing a theme will help you to shape your wedding reception ideas and décor. Themes will help to guide your colour choices and will also allow you to choose suitable decorations. For example, if you are having your wedding on the beautiful Cape coast, perhaps you would like to choose a natural theme. You can be really creative with your use of proteas and other indigenous flowers, and your guests could each receive a great local gift. This could include a bottle of wine from the local vineyards, or some delicious chocolate from one of the local producers. The beautiful reds of the flowers can be delicately offset with cream table cloths and soft lighting. With a view of a vineyard, or the beautiful coastline, you can’t go wrong. If you have selected a city wedding, you could have a really glamorous theme. The colours of deep purple and deep blue in your decorations could be complimented by beautiful vases with light coloured flowers, or beautiful glitter.

It is important that you take this special day as a celebration of your special love for your partner. The reception is only a party and what is important is that you spend the day looking forward to your marriage, rather than worrying about the guests or decorations. There is no shortage of venues to choose from, and with a little bit of help from a wedding planner, you will be ready to go. This can help to relieve some of the pressure from you. A wedding planner is an excellent step to finding great wedding reception ideas and décor suggestions.

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Learn How to Study and Tips on What to Study

Admin — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 19:46:41 +0000

Learn how to study and tips on what to study for your school or college exam by using helpful online guides. When it comes time to complete examinations, many people become very nervous and stressed because they are not sure what to study or how. Asking your parents or peers for advice can help for your nerves, but it might not necessarily help you to overcome the academic hurdle. Books and online tips can help you to get your education without the stress and in the most efficient manner possible. When you don’t feel like studying, it’s important to think that employment is difficult to get without any formalised qualifications. Doing odd jobs simply won’t allow you to live comfortably.

Books can help you to learn how to study and tips on what to study for most school subjects. However, when you continue your education to college, the things you need to learn are often highly specialised and online guides are often more useful. Sometimes you not only need advice on what to study, but also on the most effective methods. Tips can include trying note-writing, mind-maps and using verbal and image cues to help you to remember key elements of your content. This can help you to achieve the marks you need so that you’ll find the employment you need later on in life. It can also help you to work more efficiently in the jobs you do.

Finding suitable employment is one of the major benefits of completing a good education. When you’re finished school the best advice that anyone can give you is to use all the knowledge you gained in booked and put it to good practice in the various jobs you do. You’re never too old to start at college, but if you’re a bit older you might need to learn how to study and tips on what to study.

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Ideas for Baby Showers

Admin — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 20:45:45 +0000

There are so many ideas for baby showers that you are able to utilize if you are planning one and the best way that you will come across this is if you take a look on the Internet. There are many themes, decorations and ideas for invitations that you will find and this is one way to make things easier for you. Some of the best games are to be found here as well. The whole baby shower theme is one that has to consist of games and dress up. The mother to be could be dressed in whatever the theme inspires.

Other original and unique ideas for baby showers are in the cake, there may be a table of snacks or you could have a specifically designed cake for the party. This is one way that you would most definitely keep your guests entertained at all costs. The planning is what has to be done prior to the day, some would take three or so months to plan the whole party properly as there are many fine details that have to be seen to, like the decorations. This has to be according to the theme and once the theme is chosen then only could you get the idea of what you will need for the specific theme.

The invitations are something that has to be done in secret and kept away from the mother to be; there are times that she is involved, but having it as a surprise is always ideal. The games that you have decided on should be according to the theme as well; it has to have a natural flow to it so that everything binds into one at the end of the day. The last and final detail that you need to take care of is the cake and this is one thing that you are able to play around with. You could have it designed according to the gender of the baby. Baby showers ideas are what come in abundance, take a look at everything to ensure that what you decide on eventually is perfect for the day.

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Stork Party Ideas

Admin — Sat, 19 Jun 2010 22:13:15 +0000

Stork party ideas always come in handy as you don’t want to give your friend or relative a boring day; it has to be fun and filled with joy in celebration of the baby to come. Traditionally, it should be a surprise and the mommy to be shouldn’t know a thing, but not everyone still does it this way. The invitations should be sent out well before the date so they don’t already have plans and when it comes to the gifts, it is not rude to ask them to bring specific presents and supplies. Tea, cake and snacks are often served at a stork party or baby shower and munched on during the entertaining, and sometimes embarrassing games that are played.

It is normally an event for women only, but when you’re looking for stork party ideas you will notice that many ladies will incorporate the dads and other males into the fun, which is awesome. There is nothing wrong with letting the guys in on the fun and games, and it could be quite interesting for them to participate in the “fastest nappy changer” competition! This is best done with toweling nappies! Let them help with the tea and cake too, and remember that whatever the mommy to be has to do, the daddy to be should do it too! With the presents, you can ask some guests to bring clothes for baby as gifts and ask others to bring consumable supplies likes nappies, creams, powders, ear buds, soap, etc.

The gift specifications should be clearly instructed on the invitations, but you have to be reasonable as well. You can’t ask one person to bring a few packs of nappies, think of their financial status when you ask them to bring something specific, and don’t be mad if they didn’t bring what you asked for. There are different games and activities for the men and women to take part in, and you can even make up your own stork party ideas yourself!

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Disadvantages and Dangers of MXIT

Admin — Mon, 24 May 2010 08:40:42 +0000

The disadvantages and dangers of MXIT have been well documented by parents and pastors across the country. A nation-wide surge of paranoia overtook many families when stories of children being trafficked and kidnapped emerged, and these cases were linked to MXIT. If your child has a cell phone it is difficult to monitor who they are talking to, which can be stressful for you as a parent who wants security for your child. Although their privacy is important, it is also important to talk to them about the dangers of messaging on your phone, because of the complicated and clever mind tricks that sexual predators can play on young minds. Warnings are best reinforced with evidence.

To find evidence on the disadvantages and dangers of MXIT all you need to do is search on the Internet. There you will find stories by members of the families of lost or abused children who have come into contact with sexual predators because they had been tricked. Paranoia is not healthy for anyone, but providing your child with information and warnings about the dangers of these fiends is essential. Most school pupils have a cell phone these days, which makes it hard to track their privacy. If you’re looking for additional security features, there are ways of putting these on their phones.

If you contact your cell phone service provider they may help you with setting up security features on the phones of your children if you need to prevent your children from accessing MXIT. This is obviously a drastic step to take, but it may be necessary especially if they are very young. Encourage their school to talk to all of its pupils about these risks. There are other risks that your child takes when they use their phone, but none are so well documented as the disadvantages and dangers of MXIT.

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TV Licence Payment Fees

Admin — Fri, 15 May 2009 18:48:30 +0000

TV licence payment fees in South Africa are required by any person or entity that owns and/or uses a television set. Fees can be paid at a Post Office, ABSA bank, FNB, Game stores, Makro stores and other places nationwide as well as online for convenience. Believe it or not, ANY device designed or adapted to receive a broadcast television signal requires licensing, including a computer with a tuner card and if you can get Isidingo to broadcast on your Corn Flakes box you will require one for that too! The annual cost for domestic, business, dealer, lessor and mobile licences at the time of writing is R225.00 per annum and there are in actual fact six types available in South Africa which are…

Types of licences:

Domestic – also known as private, for households and/or individuals
Concessionary domestic
Business – for most businesses
Dealer – for businesses that sell TV sets
Lessor – for businesses that rent out sets
Mobile – for private televisions in any vehicle, vessel or aircraft used for private purposes

The SABC sends out renewal notices for TV licence fees about two months before the payment is due although individuals and businesses that do not receive this notice cannot use this as an excuse for late renewal or failure to do so. The notice is really just a form of friendly reminder to help people pay on time in an effort to avoid penalties. It is possible to pay the cost in monthly installments but by paying annually the customer pays a bit less over all.

Should a person fail to pay then overdue accounts are handed over to the SABC’s lawyers for debt collection. Late payments on an account incur a 10% penalty per month up to a maximum of 100% per annum. It is also illegal to use somebody elses TV license to buy a television set from a shop and this is considered a crime which can land both the offender and the shop owner in trouble. Although many consider it to be quite a hassle, an un-necessary payment and even try and refuse to pay giving excuses like “There is so much rubbish on anyway, we don’t feel the need to have one”, it is part of the South African law to pay TV licence fees regularly.

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Postnet Branches and Services in South Africa

Admin — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 09:04:00 +0000

Postnet branches and services around South Africa for those who need a reliable tracking courier, stationery, mail box or copy and print work are trusted throughout the country for efficient business solutions. With over 45,000 customers being physically helped each day there are hundreds of stores spread around Cape Town, Johannesburg, Durban, Port Elizabeth and all over provinces found around SA. No matter where you are in the country you can be sure there will be a branch with a friendly face offering helpful advice and service for you.

Domestic and International tracking courier products and services available from Postnet branches in South Africa offer a wide range of solutions to suit businesses both large and small as well as personal needs. No matter if you need to send important documents and packages to a business partner or customer or whether it is a birthday gift for your Grandmother, this company will do the work for you at a decent price rate and with reliability. Costs largely depend on the size and mass of products to be sent as well as distance and time frames for deliveries.

Other offerings from this company include having your own Post Net mailbox, again for both business or personal needs. Your mail is always safe and can be collected from the mailbox by you at a cost of R495.00 per year (at time of writing). There is so much more that can be done as well, surf the Internet or check and send your emails, buy stationery from the wide range of convenience stationery products or let the capable staff handle your small run copy and print work. Drop in to one of your local Postnet branches today to see exactly what services are on offer to you and how you can use one of South Africa’s most trusted service providers.

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