The first time I met Dr Tshepo Motsepe, we were sitting together at an event where former President Mbeki and I were scheduled to speak about the importance of encouraging South Africans abroad to return home to build the country. I was suffering from a cold and sneezing
She has every right to enter and represent us in the
@official_misssa
pageant; and to take advantage of every opportunity in this country. She has every right to claim her South African citizenship as enshrined in the constitution for those naturalized or born in South Africa by
How inspirational is George Weah? When he lost the presidency in 2005 he had no high school qualification. In 2006 at 40 he earned his high school diploma, in 2011 a bachelors degree, and in 2013 master’s in public administration at DeVry University in US.
Honoured. Thank you. It’s for the industry that inspired my work. It’s for the continent that nurtured me. It’s for the village that raised me. Humbled.
After leaving Kimberley in 1986 to find myself a place in the world; 30 years after returning to South Africa to vote for the first democratic republic post apartheid, and 20 years after leading the rebranding of this magnanimous 150 years old institution, the 10th biggest
The mother of the nation has left us. She was not just part of but the core of the history of
#SouthAfrica
. May her soul rest in eternal peace. History will be kind to her. We owe her so much.
#RIP
#WinnieMandela
.
Proud and honoured to support our
@thebemagugu
on his 3rd installment launch of his iconic heritage collection, "Lobola Negotiations." This is Kimberly at its brightest. This is Africa at its most majestic. This is us.
You are a winner. An inspiration. An example that the people who succeed don’t blame their circumstances or upbringing for their failures, but use them to fuel their successes.
Each time before i Launch something Big, i meet up with
@ThebeIkalafeng
for Blessings.
one Man who’s able to say naaah, don’t. Or yeah it’ll work. I’m blessed to have him around…
Time to Launch is Near 🚀.
#BrandAfrica
Now that it has been established by Home Affairs that Chidima is NOT legally South African, while it may not be her fault and even though she was indeed born and raised in South Africa, like all of us, she unfortunately CANNOT be a beneficiary of an alleged crime; irrespective
When I first met you as a young and green marketer at the dawn of a new South Africa I was in awe.
Of your intimidatingly 7 feet height or so. (Anyone an inch taller than me is that tall).
Of your authoritative and commanding voice.
Of your presence.
Of your wit.
Of your
A superb day with the matriarch of South African art and culture, Gogo Esther Mahlangu. She can still kick a step or two with the best of them. Good to see her in good health and spirits. May our Almighty continue to bless our national treasure.
#KwaMhlanga
#ThebeTravelsAfrica
#MoshoeshoeDay
. King Moshoeshoe (d. 11 March 1870), founding father of
#Lesotho
, was born at Menkhoaneng. The first son of Mokhachane, chief of the Bamokoteli lineage. At the age of 34 Moshoeshoe formed his own clan and settled at the Butha-Buthe Mountain.
#ThebeForAfrica
A beautiful mind and spirit. You spoke truth to power. You spoke for marginalized. For the oppressed. For the unrepresented. For the voiceless. You were everything we all wish we could be: Honest. Direct. Unequivocal. Witty. Uncompromised. Authentic. Beautiful.
#RIPEusibius
One of Rwanda’s Pres.
@PaulKagame
principles is “being accountable, staying together and thinking big.” Few African countries have done this better than Rwanda. Their new “start in Rwanda” initiatives underlines that bold thinking. Let’s go to
#Rwanda
.
What a way to celebrate the indomitable Kenyan matriarch Hon. Zipporah Kittony’s 80th year of grace, impact and significance. Her son, our friend,
@KipronoKittony
hosted a fitting celebration at the majestic
@asaraestate
in Stellenbosch. Earned blessings. Happy 80th Mama Kittony.
How sad. This
#Gupta
family & associates have been a devastating reckless wrecking ball to the country & many businesses & professionals who fell for their honey trap and innocent bystanders. May we all learn & be better from it. Nkonki Inc to close doors.
A South African flag on sleeve of a team that doesn’t represent ambitions for a winning nation, in midst of economic strive, devastating infrastructure collapse and out of hand crime is not visionary. Out of touch with reality or the majority. Bad timing.
Devastating destruction to the city that used to hold the promise of better futures. Notwithstanding that it was a colonial monument built on the suffering and demise of many, as young man growing up and going to the city center it nonetheless truly was the city of gold. The gas
I am absolutely devastated with the passing of our sister from Kimberly who shone the light of a new South Africa brightly and contributed to the solid foundation of our constitutional court. May her beautiful soul rest in peace. History will be kind to you Justice Yvonne
What a big tree of our forest has fallen. A pillar of court and country. Rest softly, your judicial majesty. Retired Constitutional Court Judge Yvonne Mokgoro has passed away.
I accept that elections are contentious, hyperbole and parties take creative license.
But there are limits.
The only thing left out in this deeply offensive and criminal
@our_da
elections ad burning our collective flag is the re-emergence of the "ashes" of OUR flag is the
Congratulations
@ingagubeka
You have always been daring with a beautiful flair for excellence. Wishing you well on this journey. Good to see our beloved
#INGA
brand back as your new brand
#Ascend
.
Through His Grace, I’ve soared to great heights, summited mountains, travelled to all corners of the world, overachieved & overcame fears & foes. Happy 2023 to you, through whom I’ve been able to achieve everything & exceed what seemed impossible. I am enough. I’m ready for 2023.
Webber Wentzel is pleased to announce the promotion of 13 talented attorneys to the esteemed role of partner. These promotions recognise the newly appointed partners' outstanding contributions and further solidify the firm's dedication to empowering its people to reach their full
They should turn down the invitation and lecture on democracy and focus their energies on building African unity, drive intra-Africa trade and work towards true African independence. Put Africa first rather than rush to dine with the master. For Africa. By Africa.
Seventeen African countries have been invited by US president Joe Biden to join nearly 100 other invitees for a virtual “Summit for Democracy” due to take place this week
The extent & the rate at which crime and politics have destroyed South Africa, now at an inflection point, it needs drastic rethinking to reverse the lawlessness, corruption and moral decay, we are to rebuild the nation brand’s reputation, competitive and pride.
Congratulations
@trudimakhaya
on your appointment as President
@CyrilRamaphosa
Econ advisor. An inspired and informed appointment. You’re an inspiring example to all diligent and ambitious boys and girls. Everyone. Wish you great success.
“We’re dealing with a repetitive, recalcitrant law breaker who’s now come to ask you to break the law again,” SC
@Nqukaitobi
. I want this man to represent me on my last day when the devil tries to recruit me against my Maker’s wishes. Clear, articulate, diligent, prepared & calm.
“Our country and the world we live in will never be the same again. We are resolved not merely to return our economy to where it was before the virus, but to forge a new economy in a new world environment,”
@CyrilRamaphosa
Gutted to learn about the liquidation of the
@dripsportif
brand.
This is not the time to pontificate about what
@lekausehoana
could have done better or where it all went wrong. Only he can tell that story. It's HIS(s)tory.
There are not many who have taken the
I agree:
@theo_baloyi01
@LekauSehoana
and
@TshepoJeans
didn’t blame their circumstances for what life dealt them, but rolled up their sleeves to build excellent brands. All the critics built are warehouse of excuses, animosity & regrets. We need more Tshepo’s, Theo’s & Lekau’s.
A new chapter. A new challenge.
An honour to join a beast of a radio station in
@947
From Wednesday
#MSW
will embark on a historic journey on four unique platforms...
@947
@VumaFM
@RISEfm943
&
@SowetanLIVE
Let's do Radio!!! 🤝🏾🥂🤝🏾
A rare kind of leadership, wisdom and guidance the world needs more than ever. May we never forget his example and what we what deserve. We so much poorer with his absence.
#NelsonMandela
18.07.1918 - 12.05.2013.
Whatever one may think of the
@effsouthafrica
brand there’s no denying that together with the charismatic
@Julius_S_Malema
they have redefined the political landscape and given the much marginalized youth a voice. They have validated the very concept of democracy and diversity in
Every year around this time I catch up with my friend, the eminent branding doyen
@father_brand
to reflect on the year and look ahead. A master and respected brand builder whose signature is on many brands.
One thing I’m leaving today’s meeting we also spoke about what his 5 R’s
Every major competition whoever is responsible for preparing the South African national teams manages to embarrass the country with with sub-standard poor quality and ill-fitting uniforms. And we wonder why our teams never live up to their potential and hype.
With so much
#HappyBirthdayThebe
My Spirit is in a Hurry.
I counted my years and realized that I have less time to live by, than I have lived so far.
I feel like a child who won a pack of candies:…
Our
@LeanneManas
is an unparalleled, incomparable, objective and erudite journalist. She keeps the main thing, the main thing. She is a benchmark of enduring excellence.
Been planning this thread all year. I thought I'd wait until election day. A tribute to Leanne Manas. Leanne came to
@SABCNews
to present a lunchtime business show around 2003. I had heard her voice as a stand in on
@KayaON959
when I was presenting the Afternoon Drive in 2000.
How soon we forget that these "shithole" countries built
#America
through evil slavery and cheap labour. Time for
#MAGA
.
#MakeAfricaGreatAgain
. "'Unkind, divisive, elitist': international outcry over Trump's 'shithole countries' remark."
The truth is that we are not yet free; we have merely achieved the freedom to be free, the right not to be oppressed. We have not taken the final step of our journey, but the first step on a longer and even more difficult road ~ Nelson Mandela.
#FreedomDay
#27April
#SouthAfrica
Typically the news are all about GBV & corruption and little abt the economy, creativity & fighting Covid. It’s become a depressing anthem of our days. Couldn’t we today, just once, have focused on our mothers, sisters, daughters and nieces. Happy Women’s Day. We love you.
The Maluleke family are such an inspiration. Everyone in that family is a model of excellence in every leadership role they’ve undertaken. Congratulations to AG
@tsakanimaluleke
Tsakani Maluleke who has been appointed as external auditor for Unesco.