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August 01, 2011
12:54
Keeping vigil over our constitution
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On Sunday 25th July of this year, Kenyans in South Africa had the rare opportunity to interact and pick the brains of the distinguished members of the CIC. I would like to commend the Kenyan Ambassador, KDSA and Expatriate magazine officials for organising the event.

The meeting discussed pertinent issues relating to the constitution implementation process. Due to the high turnout and vast array of questions we managed to get answers that albeit brushed over, still managed to indicate the ethos, good will and direction the CIC is heading in regard to the implementation process.

This article attempts an in depth analysis of some key matters raised at the meeting. It intends to spark further debate through which we may eventually find ways as the diaspora to engage the CIC and related bodies in the implementation process.
June 30, 2011
12:43
MY PAMOJA CAPITAL STORY
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This article was the cover story of Expatriate magazine Issue 2 - See www.expatriate.co.za

My voyage into the financial industry began at Kenyatta University (KU) in Nairobi where I pursued a BCom Accounting degree. Having been in boys only boarding schools until then, it was quite exciting to be placed in an institution of 10,000 students where 60% were women. However, having a born again civil servant for a father and a preacher for a mother, I came from a conservative background and consequently remained grounded even in my university days. I did not consume any alcohol until my family sold the little we had in Kenya and moved to South Africa in 1999.
June 17, 2011
17:38
Expatriate Launch and H.E. Kibaki comes to town
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There was literally no empty seat at the dinner hosted at Inkwazi Country Lodge in Pretoria when Expatriate magazine came to town to launch the winter issue of the magazine on 4th June 2011. This was the third edition of the quarterly publication whose rolling out coincided with a brand new website on the address www.expatriate.co.za on which users can view the entire 56 page magazine in E-reader format.

Amongst attendees were the High Commissioners of Kenya and Tanzania, Ambassador Tom Amolo and Ambassador Radhia Msuya. Other African embassies sent representatives. Also in attendance were a host of advertisers including the event sponsors Consolidated Financial Planning and Mi-Fone South Africa who gave 5 raffle winners prizes.
May 27, 2011
17:27
Unpacking Boxes - Finding Happiness as an Expatriates Partner
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The assignment abroad is the next move! You are apprehensively excited and sadly elated, leaving home for pastures new, yet frightened at the prospects of being away from home. The extended family cannot come with you; your favourite shops and churches also remain behind! Everything else though, you are determined to pack into your 40 foot container, Happiness included!

Soon you are in your new home with half-unpacked boxes! And broken promises! When the shipment arrives there is this very important business trip that comes up only for your partner to return too tired to help. Your child reacts to your frustration and school calls you in. Overwhelmed by depression and unable to access the exotic life you imagined lay beyond the seas; you declare that you are officially UNHAPPY!

You sacrificed your financial independence, friends and family for your partner. You have made an effort to settle your family efficiently. Surely you deserve Happiness? But your deserved Happiness is not forthcoming not in the way of special treatment nor basic acknowledgement! This in your opinion is suffering. Simply put, you feel entitled to a reward! Yes indeed, you should be happy and will be happy when you unpack.....
May 13, 2011
16:16
MUSA OTIENO: LONG SERVING SANTOS STAR
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1) What is your history in football before moving to South Africa (SA) and how did you end up playing for Santos?
I have loved football ever since I was a young boy and decided to pursue it professionally. I played for AFC Leopards and Tusker FC in Kenya. Then in 1997, with the help of some friends I made the move to SA and was very fortunate to get an opportunity at Santos where I have been on and off until today.

2) What do you consider to be your biggest achievements as a footballer?
Well, I was very happy to receive an award from the chairman of the Premier Soccer League for having played in the league for 13 years. It was a very touching moment because I felt that they recognised my dedication to the sport and playing in South Africa. I was also very proud to captain Kenya in the Africa Cup of Nations in 2004. Although Kenya did not do particularly well, I was happy to be a part of the team that played in that tournament because as you know we have not made it to the competition regularly. So that was a privilege.
May 03, 2011
20:26
EVENTS THIS WINTER
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Winter seems to have come really early this year. Well at least for those of us living in Gauteng.

Lucky for Kenyans in the area, there are three great events to attend this winter and party till you're all warmed up. It all begins with Jose Chameleon's performance this Saturday at 4pm in Tshwane CBD. Then next week Friday, One FM's DJ Wesley brings the house down at Capital Cafe in Rosebank. And finally, the long awaited Winter Issue of Expatriate magazine is launched at Inkwazi Country Lodge in Pretoria on the 4th of June 2011. Details of each event can be found below.

Jose Chameleon Live in Tshwane CBD

Legacy Sound presents Chameleon live at the Tshwane City Hall in Tshwane CBD on Saturday 7th of May 2011 commencing at 4pm. The venue is corner of Visagie and Paul Kruger Streets. Entrance : R300 (VIP R500). For further details, contact Hannington on 0731627083.
April 15, 2011
12:10
ATI THESE ARE SECRETS OF FASCINATING WOMANHOOD
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A friend, let’s call her Jacky, recommended a ‘good read’ that turned out to be nothing more than a huge disappointment albeit an eye-opener. ‘Secrets of Fascinating Womanhood’ promises to make your man fall helplessly in love with you provided that you follow the its secrets . At first glance it looked like an enjoyable read, and of course I was curious. It even had a disclaimer that warns the reader to “use restraint as this book gives you the knowledge to manipulate men. Please strongly resist any temptation to abuse it in any way”. Command the affection of men at my whim? Come on! I was hooked.

After just a few pages, what was probably premature eagerness turned into a barrage of mixed feelings and battles with my post 1950 way of thinking.
Just as you think the book cannot possibly ”go there”, it does and with surprising audacity. It basically states that a woman’s key to happiness in relationships is to pamper and massage her man’s ego while pushing her own identity and beliefs to the curb. ”Never correct him and accept him just as he is, even accept his excessive drinking”, goes a particular bit of advice (no, seriously, it does).
April 07, 2011
17:10
WHY SKILLED IMMIGRATION TO SA IS AN ABSOLUTE NECESSITY
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A recent report by the Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE) called “SKILLS, GROWTH AND BORDERS: Managing Migration in South Africa’s National Interest” has given some perspective on how immigration in South Africa should be handled. The report proposes that, if structured and managed properly, immigration can be used to assist South Africa achieve its developmental and economic goals.

General public perception of migration has been very negative. The foreign professional is reminded of the stringent requirements for a work visa and the long hours at the Department of Home Affairs. Although these perceptions have some grounds, they are just but a dark cloud hiding a whole load of potential that can be unleashed should South Africa embrace immigration in the right manner.

The report makes a case for reducing South Africa’s skills shortages by recruiting large numbers of skilled immigrants with the result that the country’s rate of economic growth is accelerated by dramatically increased numbers of skilled foreigners moving into the country.
March 08, 2011
9:24
EXPATRIATE ISSUE 2 LAUNCH REPORT
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As midnight approached on the evening of 4 March 2011, the list by the entrance of the Old Mutual Theatre on Nelson Mandela Square in Sandton indicated a total number of 191 people attended the launch of the second issue of Expatriate magazine. Amongst those in attendance included Kenya High Commissioner Ambassador Tom Amolo, the head of AUPSA Allen Mutono, the interim chair of TALGA Dr. Robert Ngude, the chairman of Zambian Association in South Africa (ZASA) Edwin Mununga, the chairman of the SA DRC Chamber of Commerce Thierry Naweji, cover page personality Mr Charles Mwaura and various advertisers.
The event begun with a networking session during which dinner and drinks were served. At 19.30, the guests proceeded to the theatre where the show London Road was preceded by speeches from Expatriate magazines Managing Editor KC Rottok and the title sponsors (Old Mutual) General Manager for Johannesburg Mahendra Maharaj.
February 28, 2011
9:11
LAST DAY TO REGISTER!! FEW TICKETS LEFT
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You have surely heard about it by now: this Friday, Old Mutual Theatre, Nelson Mandela Square Sandton – Dinner, a Show and a Free Copy of the new Issue of Expatriate. The deadline for registration and payment is close of business today at a cost of only R135 (subscribers R95) – register through this link [prokey.co.za] .

The programme for the event is as follows:

18.30h – 18.45h Registration
18.45h – 19.15h Networking, food and drinks served
19.15h – 20.00h Speeches
20.00h – 21.00h Show: London Road
21.00h till late Drinks and networking followed by after party

The table of contents of the new issue:
February 18, 2011
14:39
EXPATRIATE LAUNCH – SANDTON THEATRE
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If you thought Prokey was dead, think again! In a massive effort to start off a calendar of activities for 2011, Prokey in collaboration with the Association of Ugandan Professionals in South Africa (AUPSA) and Tanzanians Living in Gauteng (TALGA) are backing The Expatriate SA Magazine in the launch of their East African issue to be held on 4 March 2011 at the Old Mutual Theatre in Nelson Mandela Square.

The event dubbed “A dinner, a show and a free copy” will commence at 6.30 pm with a networking session during which attendees will be treated to dinner and given free copies of the magazine in addition to goodies from Old Mutual who are the headline sponsors. The play titled “London Road” will begin at 8.00 pm. It is a hilarious and critically acclaimed tale of two expatriates living in Cape Town, a Nigerian and a Jew and will run for about an hour. Afterwards, there will be additional networking and an after party.

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