South Africa to host G20 tourism summit Oct 31, 2009
JOHANNESBURG, Oct. 30 (Xinhua) -- South Africa will host the first meeting of G20 tourism ministers in February as part of the global response to unprecedented economic changes, South African Tourism Minister Marthinus van Schalkwyk said on Friday ... Van Schalkwyk also said the department would, in co-operation with the department of sport, host a UNWTO/South Africa Summit on Tourism, Sport and Mega-events from February 24 to 26 in Sandton, Johannesburg. (Xinhuanet, China)
SABMiller's experience prepares it for final frontier Oct 29, 2009
This week SAA said it would not make sense to introduce any direct international flights to Durban because Johannesburg was the major hub ... "In some markets there are too few players," he said, explaining that instead of competing to bring prices down and deliver better services they set prices at a higher level and designated different areas - such as a part of Johannesburg - to operate in as a monopoly. (Business Report, South Africa)
Bring back class to trains Oct 29, 2009
A new rail connection between Johannesburg and Pretoria opened last year. Apart from offering comfortable seats, free refreshments, free newspapers, a laptop workstation with power points, and wifi access, there are stewards and stewardesses in every coach - and all for a journey that lasts an hour. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
UN expert 'denied Zimbabwe entry' Oct 29, 2009
Early on Thursday, Mr Nowak left the country on a flight to Johannesburg, a UN spokesman said. The blocking of Mr Nowak's visit comes amid a renewed political crisis between power-sharing rivals Mr Tsvangirai and President Robert Mugabe. (BBC News -- Africa)
SAA codeshare to NZ Oct 28, 2009
Article By: Wed, 28 Oct 2009 07:06 Air New Zealand and South African Airways (SAA) have signed a code share agreement, enabling the two carriers to offer a one-stop service between Auckland and Johannesburg via Perth. From 1 November Air New Zealand will code share on South African Airways daily service between Perth and Johannesburg, as well as onto their connecting domestic services to Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth and East London ... South African Airways operates direct daily services... (iAfrica.com)
* Turmoil-hit New Zealand depart for series in Pakistan Oct 28, 2009
Vettoris team have won their last five one-day internationals against Pakistan, the last being their five-wicket victory in the Champions Trophy semi-final in Johannesburg on Oct. 3. But New Zealands captain is wary of the enigmatic Asian team. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
PE gears up for BRT Oct 27, 2009
"Once that's complete we need the municipality to sign it off. Then we can start putting the buses together in Johannesburg.". He said bus components would come from Sweden and Brazil. (iAfrica.com)
Zambia: Chiluba to Leave SA After Check-Up Oct 26, 2009
Lusaka Former president of Zambia Frederick Chiluba has completed a two-week medical review and treatment of his heart problem in a Johannesburg clinic in South Africa. Mr Chiluba, who ruled Zambia from 1991 to 2001, was in August this year acquittal of embezzlement of public funds involving $500,000 by Lusaka Magistrate's Court. (allAfrica.com)
Golfers Conclude Fall Slate at UNCG Event Oct 23, 2009
a junior from Johannesburg, South Africa, and , a sophomore from Acworth, Ga. complete the Jackets' travel squad. (Ramblinwreck.com)
Mango 24/7 for 2010 Oct 23, 2009
Bezuidenhout says he was disheartened to see some airlines charging close to R10 000 for a return trip between Johannesburg and Cape Town next year July. South Africa should approach the tournament as a potential long term commercial opportunity, not an opportunity to simply rake in greenbacks. (iAfrica.com)
South Africa could bid to host 2020 Olympics Oct 22, 2009
Workers celebrate their achievement of one million disabling injury-free hours worked on the site of Soccer City stadium in Johannesburg, South Africa, Wednesday Oct. 21, 2009 ... Speaking after a meeting with U.N. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon, Jordaan said he could envision Johannesburg, Cape Town or Durban bidding along with Egypt for the 2020 Games ... "While stadiums are on schedule for next year's tournament, infrastructure concerns remain.The high-speed train linking Johannesburg with... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Zimbabwe's Tsvangirai asks region to rein in Mugabe Oct 21, 2009
Johannesburg, South Africa - Now that he's "disengaged" with Zimbabwe's coalition government, Prime Minister Morgan Tsvangirai has embarked on a tour of the regional Southern African Development Community (SADC) bloc's member states, aimed at persuading them to rescue his country's seemingly ill-fated national unity government. After eight shaky months in a coalition, Mr. Tsvangirai's Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) announced that it was pulling back from a grudging partnership with... (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
› Malema must 'behave' - JZ Oct 21, 2009
Malema would travel to the Standerton township on Wednesday, he told reporters in Johannesburg on Tuesday. But Zuma reacted warily when he heard of the plan, revealed Malema. (iAfrica.com)
Qatar expands in India Oct 20, 2009
The airline flies daily from Johannesburg and four times a week from Cape Town onto Doha, allowing South Africans ease of connection to any of the over 84 destinations that Qatar Airways flies to. The launch of dedicated scheduled flights, using a two-class Airbus A320, meets high demand for seats to Amritsar before Diwali and ahead of the busy holiday season. (iAfrica.com)
World Cup Travel GuidePlan on joining the U.S. in South Africa next summer? Grant Wahl has a must-read filled with tips. Oct 16, 2009
World Cup begins in Johannesburg ... Final match in Johannesburg ... I lived in Johannesburg for seven months recently while my wife worked there at a hospital in Soweto. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
No way...Europe for R4400? Oct 16, 2009
It is available on all flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town for travel to London between 23 and 26 December. The fly-drive special is ideal for people wanting to pack in some sightseeing or who are contemplating a family holiday. (iAfrica.com)
Remembering Congo's rumba king Oct 15, 2009
" What do you remember of Congo's rumba king?Thanks for sharing your memories. Please read a selection below:Franco music represents the highs and the lows of post-colonial Africa. He did for Africans - unity - what years of independence and their rulers, could not do.Osagie Ayanru, Huntington, West Virginia, USAI do not know what to say about Franco and his music. Till tomorrow i will not forget this man. His music all is my live and i mostly listen to it all my life in parties and while in... (BBC News -- Africa)
Accra Shopping Mall- Right Solution: Wrong Location. Oct 15, 2009
The Johannesburg based Bentel Associates International (BAI), an internationally recognised and award-winning retail design experts designed this pioneering venture. The mixed use development was undertaken with the assistance of a Ghanaian partner. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Video: Guy Laliberte's First Poetic Social Mission In Space Oct 13, 2009
The event will take place simultaneously at 20:00 (EDT, -4 GMT) in Montreal, Moscow, Santa Monica, New York City, Johannesburg, Mumbai, Marrakesh, Sydney, Tokyo, Tampa, Mexico City, Rio de Janeiro, Paris, London and the International Space Station. In each of the cities, an "artistic moment" will unfold in the presence of artists and world-renowned personalities. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
* SOUTH AFRICA 2010: Tunisia, Nigeria go to the wire Oct 13, 2009
GOAL MACHINE: A Freddy Kanoute goal was enough to give Mali victory, while Burkina Fasos Moumouni Dagano increased his tally at the top of the scoring charts AFP AND AP , JOHANNESBURG AND CAIRO Tuesday, Oct 13, 2009, Page 18. Tunisia scored early and Nigeria late on Sunday to ensure a thrilling 2010 World Cup Group B qualifying race in Africa will go down to the wire next month. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Cartan Tours Releases 2010 FIFA World Cup(TM) Travel Packages for South Africa Games Oct 13, 2009
Anticipating the high demand, Cartan Tours has secured space in a variety of hotels using Cape Town and Johannesburg as the selected package cities. Cartan Tours program packages for the 2010 FIFA World Cup(TM) are classified by the quality and location of the hotel and the amenities that are included in the program and are categorized as Standard, Superior, and Deluxe. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Virgin slashes fares Oct 13, 2009
All passengers departing from Johannesburg between 2 - 25 November can take advantage of a reduced return fare of R5920 direct to London. If you're heading to the US of A, you'll pay just R8700 to get to major US cities such as New York, Boston or Washington and R9800 if you need to head to the west coast hotspots of Los Angeles or San Francisco. (iAfrica.com)
South Africa: Huge Challenges Lie Ahead for Airlines Oct 12, 2009
Johannesburg AT A time when airline executives remind us virtually daily that the industry is facing a crisis of unprecedented proportions, South African airlines have been surprisingly profitable ... " There is also huge concern about substantial rises in charges from various service providers. Acsa, having spent close to R17bn on new airport infrastructure, will likely seek an increase of 133% in airport charges, while ATNS will seek a rise of 33%, the first in three years. "At the moment,... (allAfrica.com)
* Calls grow to legalize sex trade for Cup Oct 12, 2009
THE GUARDIAN, JOHANNESBURG Monday, Oct 12, 2009, Page 20 ... Ian Sanne, head of the clinical HIV research unit at Johannesburgs Witwatersrand University, said the party atmosphere being touted by the soccer authorities, travel companies and the South African government was a green light to alcohol abuse and promiscuity among fans next summer. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Hadley leads Golfers into Brickyard Collegiate Oct 10, 2009
Head coach also will send freshman (Raleigh, N.C.), junior (Johannesburg, South Africa), sophomore (Reunion, Fla. and junior (Dallas, Texas). (Ramblinwreck.com)
Book a bush escape Oct 9, 2009
The Lodge is easily accessible by road or by daily flights from Johannesburg ... A shuttle service from Johannesburg is available every Monday and Friday. (iAfrica.com)
CKMS teacher goes on safari in Zambia (381) Oct 5, 2009
After flying some 20 hours from New Orleans, through Johannesburg, we landed in a plush guest house in Lusaka, capital of Zambia. Zambia, previously Southern Rhodesia, is now a sufficiently stable country and the U.S. is building a huge embassy complex there. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Road to the play-offs Oct 5, 2009
Western Province:Current position: FirstBest possible finish: FirstWorst possible finish: SecondRemaining fixture:October 10: v Lions, Johannesburg ... Lions:Current position: SixthBest possible finish: FifthWorst possible finish: SixthRemaining fixture:October 10: v Western Province, Johannesburg. (iAfrica.com)
Stay for free! Oct 4, 2009
Article By: Sun, 04 Oct 2009 06:38 Just when you thought staying over at the airport in Johannesburg was something to avoid at all costs, along comes at OR Tambo International Airport. Only five minutes from the airport and conveniently reached by a free, half-hourly shuttle bus, LIFE Airport Hotel at OR Tambo International Airport is a welcome and quirky addition to the world of Johannesburg airport accommodation. (iAfrica.com)
Bharti, MTN scrips soar on collapse of deal talks Oct 2, 2009
MTN, whose shares crashed on Wednesday, resulting in the Johannesburg Stock Exchange suspending trade, gained 4. 7% to 127. (India Times)
Gratuities 101 Oct 2, 2009
Nossel has worked in Dakar, Mombasa, Johannesburg, London and Cyprus in the past year, and he says he always keeps some American currency handy, just in case. "When all else fails, the American dollar won't," he advises. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Boarding Mount Mayhem Oct 1, 2009
Article By: Alexandra Lesieur Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:01 Cherie lands head-first at the base of a sand dune, her feet in the air but still strapped to the "sandboard" she is hoping to master to surf on dunes in Johannesburg's old gold mines ... Johannesburg may be six hours from the sea and six hours from the nearest ski slopes, but the metropolis built on gold is dotted with abandoned mines, many filled with powdery sand that has inspired the new sport ... The dunes have been around for a century,... (iAfrica.com)
Delta direct a success Oct 1, 2009
Deltas daily flights between Johannesburg and Atlanta save travellers at least two hours in travel compared with the airlines previously offered service via Dakar or more than six hours compared to routings on other airlines via Europe ... Flying time on Deltas nonstop service is 16 hours and 15 minutes from Johannesburg and 15 hours and 20 minutes from Atlanta. (iAfrica.com)
Clarke determined to play on Indian tour Oct 1, 2009
He said last week that Clarke's back had "stiffened up quite considerably" after travelling from Durham to London and then catching a flight to Johannesburg. 2009 Brought to you by. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Team South Africa bats for MTN Sep 25, 2009
Under the proposed scheme of arrangement announced in May, MTN will hold a 36% stake in Bharti Airtel through Global Depository Receipts to be listed in Johannesburg ... Under dual listing, where the shares are listed on different exchanges (Indian/Johannesburg) it allows investors an option where they want to trade besides it provides liquidity ... South Africa wants Bharti to be allowed dual listing in Johannesburg so that its shares, and not depository receipts, can be traded in South Africa.... (India Times)
Serene in the city Sep 25, 2009
Article By: Fri, 25 Sep 2009 09:27 Just a stones throw from Oliver Tambo international airport and centrally located between Johannesburgs bustling restaurant and shopping precincts, St Andrews Signature Hotel ffers an oasis of calm in Africas busiest city hub ... St Andrews Boutique Signature Hotel s located at 22 Milner Avenue, Bedfordview, Johannesburg. (iAfrica.com)
Nigeria: NDLEA Arrests Guinean Woman With N69 Million Cocaine Sep 24, 2009
The agency said it arrested Chukwudi on September 15, 2009 while attempting to board a South African Airline flight to Johannesburg with a 5. 7kg ephedrine. (allAfrica.com)
Cricket: Sri Lanka stun hosts in Trophy opener Sep 23, 2009
All the matches will be in Johannesburg and nearby Centurion, which hosts the final on October 5. The top two teams from each group will contest the semifinals on October 2-3. (CNN -- International)
Nigerian officials: 'District 9' not welcome here Sep 20, 2009
"District 9" tells the story of an alien ship that mysteriously comes to hover over the South African city of Johannesburg ... Associated Press writer Celean Jacobson in Johannesburg contributed to this report. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
* Nadal blow gives Israel hope of Davis Cup upset Sep 18, 2009
Elsewhere, France travel to the Netherlands while South Africa take on India in Johannesburg, where both sides will be gunning to return to the World Cup group after an 11-year absence. Brazil, who have lost at this stage for the last three years in a row, play neighbors Ecuador, while Chile host Austria, Romania travel to Sweden and Italy take on Switzerland in Genoa. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Gambhir, Dhoni nominated for top honour Sep 16, 2009
Awards will also be given for emerging player, women's cricketer and umpire of the year in Johannesburg on Oct. 1. The test and one-day teams of the year will also be selected and an award given to the team who have adhered most to the spirit of cricket. (India Times)
No favourite for Champions Trophy: Malik Sep 16, 2009
The Pakistan squad will travel to Johannesburg on Thursday. Pakistan, who have never progressed beyond the semi-final stages in the biennial Champions Trophy since its inception in 1998, are in Group A alongside defending champions Australia, India and the West Indies. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Dual listing: Its implications Sep 16, 2009
In other words, if the Bharti-MTN deal happens with a dual listing rider, a Bharti share can be sold on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange and vice-versa ... However, if that happens, Bharti shares will have to be listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, and MTN on NSE or BSE. In addition, the companies will need government permission to allow composition of a board identical to that of a foreign company. (India Times)
Netcom Africa Signs Deal with SES WORLD SKIES to Expand Broadcast Television and Telecom Services across Nigeria Sep 15, 2009
The company comprises a world-class team of customer care and technical professionals located in Princeton (NJ), The Hague, Washington D.C., Singapore, Beijing, London, Sao Paulo, Mexico City, Sydney, Accra and Johannesburg. Visit for more information. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Summit seen as a 'teachable moment' Sep 14, 2009
In addition, students in three countries -- Johannesburg, South Africa; Sao Paulo, Brazil; and Milan, Italy, also will participate via video conference. "Everybody is excited to learn more and more about what is the G-20 exactly and what are they going to be talking about and why are they coming to Pittsburgh," said Christina Unger, education program manager for the World Affairs Council. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
The business behind the arts Sep 13, 2009
Creativity in the Johannesburg CBD is opening up new horizons September 13, 2009 ... I am impressed with the convenience of this area and the vision of the person who decided to open this creative space in the appropriately named City and Suburban district of Johannesburg ... Old timbers peek out of walls revealing the character of the reclaimed 98-year-old former liquor warehouse from Johannesburg's industrial past. (Business Report, South Africa)
Rea Vaya goes green Sep 13, 2009
The fuel-efficient Rea Vaya bus rapid transit (BRT) system, launched in Johannesburg on 30 August 2009, is set to change the lives of South African commuters while doing its bit for a greener environment ... Rea Vaya is part of Johannesburg's Integrated Transport Plan, an initiative to raise the standard of the city's public transport to fall in line with the global standard ... Described by the City of Johannesburg as the largest individual climate-change initiative ever undertaken by city... (iAfrica.com)
Happy (SA) snapper Sep 11, 2009
One of the best wildlife parks on the African continent and the best in Southern Africa, the Kruger National Park offers visitors the Big Five and much, much more Where: The Park is situated 500km east of Johannesburg in the province of Mpumalanga. Tips: The dry winter months from May through to August are the best time to spot animals, as the bushveld has thinned out and you will be able to spot animals as they come to waterholes in the mornings and evenings. (iAfrica.com)
Crunch time in the Cup Sep 11, 2009
Then, later the same day, follow a cat-fight in Johannesburg, as the Golden Lions take on the Leopards ... Golden Lions v Leopards(Coca-Cola Park, Johannesburg - 19 ... The Johannesburg side, who are currently in sixth place on the log, have already suffered five defeats in the competition and are also five points behind the fourth placed Blue Bulls. (iAfrica.com)
Bharti may pay high rate for MTN loan Sep 11, 2009
The loans would help Bharti fund the worlds biggest cross-border deal as it seeks to join MTN to create a phone company with annual sales of $20 billion and 200 million wireless subscribers from Mumbai to Johannesburg. Together, the two companies would challenge Vodafone Groups push into India and Africa. (India Times)
Winter Doubleheader Sep 11, 2009
The tourney kicks off on June 11, with the final on July 11 in Johannesburg. South African winters are generally comfortable, but as this June's Confederations Cup showed, it can get frosty (28. (Time.com)
Bharti denies pact with MTN, talks still on Sep 10, 2009
Besides, MTN shareholders will also get an 11% stake in Bharti Airtel through GDRs that will be listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The Indian telco will buy 36% of MTN for $7 billion at 86 rand per share. (India Times)
Bharti Airtel gains 4 pc on BSE Sep 10, 2009
92 per cent on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange yesterday. Meanwhile, Bharti in a statement has said its talks for a proposed deal with the South African entity MTN are progressing but have not reached any initial agreement. (India Times)
High security in Jo'burg Sep 8, 2009
High walls and electric fencing are common in Johannesburg, South Africa. JOHANNESBURG, South Africa (CNN) -- The flight from Atlanta, Georgia, to Johannesburg was as easy a 15-hour flight as I've ever had. (CNN -- Travel)
Airlines tackle swine flu Sep 7, 2009
A traveller arrives at the OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg. Sapa Book Flights. (iAfrica.com)
Travel QA: Northern Arizona sleigh rides Sep 5, 2009
Most of the World Cup venues are in or not far from Johannesburg, but there are a few (Cape Town, Port Elizabeth) that would be an awfully long drive from Johannesburg ... Penguin- and whale-watching along the Cape Peninsula (or cage-diving with sharks, if you like more adrenaline), the cable ride to the top of Table Mountain above Cape Town, a vineyard visit, a bush dinner, a sober day contemplating apartheid's legacy at Cape Town's Robben Island or Johannesburg's Apartheid Museum, and a... (AZCentral -- Travel)
Hotel Check-In: Is the USA ready for "baby hotel" concept? Sep 5, 2009
The Baby Hotel - open 24/7 in an upscale Johannesburg suburb - lets parents check their children into their own room for about $70 a night. The hotel takes kids up to about age three. (USA Today -- Money)
What's Playing Sep 3, 2009
First-time director Neill Blomkamp pulls off a remarkable debut with this twist-filled, high-intensity thriller that imagines what happens when a giant spaceship filled with walking prawns from another planet is stranded above Johannesburg. If David Cronenberg ever tried directing an "Alien" sequel, the result might have been a lot like this movie. (Athens Banner-Herald)
South Africa: Dissatisfaction With Service Delivery Increasing - Survey Sep 3, 2009
Johannesburg DISSATISFACTION with service delivery has increased among South African households since 2002, a survey showed yesterday, even though the number of people on welfare has more than tripled to 13,7% of the population. Last year, hunger edged up after falling steadily since 2002, while travel by local households dipped -- a trend which appeared to stem from the economy's downturn. (allAfrica.com)
Need a break from baby? Sep 2, 2009
The hotel, in the posh Johannesburg suburb of Morningside, has 50 beds for children up to three-years-old and around 10 staff. A full night's stay costs R545. (iAfrica.com)
SAA daily Down Under Sep 2, 2009
In addition the new schedules provide good connectivity to and from Africa to help the mining and business communities to use SAAs Johannesburg hub as a major gateway into and out of Africa ... This brings the total number of flights offered by SAA out of the Johannesburg to Australia to 13. (iAfrica.com)
Flower power lures tourists Sep 2, 2009
The Northern Cape's coast is around 1000 kilometres from the province's capital Kimberley, almost as far from Johannesburg. Climate change brings tourists. (iAfrica.com)
Zimbabwe: Human Rights Watch Advises - 'Keep Targeted Sanctions' Sep 2, 2009
Human Rights Watch Senior Researcher, Tiseke Kasambala, told us from Johannesburg on Tuesday that the West should only consider lifting the sanctions if there are concrete commitments from Mugabe to implement fully the Global Political Agreement. We believe that ZANU PF and Mugabe are the main obstacles to progress in terms of reforms. (allAfrica.com)
SA's worldly wonders Sep 1, 2009
Cradle of Humankind' (1999) Located 50km from Johannesburg in Gauteng, with a small extension into the neighbouring North-West, the Cradle of Humankind is some 474km in size and boasts over 950 fossils, some dating back millions of years. The area is home to a series of limestone caves, such as the well-known Sterkfontein Caves, where the Australopithecus africanus fossil, nicknamed Mrs Ples, was found in 1947. (iAfrica.com)
BRT: taxis on 'go-slow' Aug 31, 2009
Are you planning on using Johannesburg's spanking new BRT system ... Article By: Mon, 31 Aug 2009 09:34 As commuters reported some disruptions to taxi services in Johannesburg on Monday, the SA National Taxi Council (Santaco) said it planned to meet to discuss its "options" on the launch of Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) operations ... Johannesburg metro police spokesperson Inspector Edna Mamonyane said CCTV cameras along the route from Soweto to Booysens were "not picking up a lot of volume from taxis... (iAfrica.com)
