The Business Centre officially opens its doors

I was invited to the launch of the Business Centre in Fourways last week, but unfortunately couldn't make it. Farah Fortune, Director of African Star Communications, the company handling the PR and communications exercises for the project, sent the below to share what transpired:

Any enterprise at one time or another, be it start-ups, small companies or temporary services to name a few, requires affordable office space with the option of a flexible lease to suit .

The Business Centre provides clientele office space with the added day-to-day costings of running an office, all inclusive and more affordable.

An example of cost cutting comes as a receptionist service, where a personalized telephone number is allocated to the tenant company, and the calls are politely answered with said company’s name at the front desk of the business centre reception, forwarding your call or texting your message to you, making sure you never miss an opportunity!

Lease periods are flexible and available options are 3, 6 or 12 months leases to suit the business.

The Business Centre, Fourways, its third addition to the company; with branches already in Rivonia and Bryanston; opened it’s doors in June 2009 but officially launched to the property, law and media market on 26th November 2009.

Guests were treated to a showcase of musical excellence by violinist Jenna White and singer Cyan Nina Galvoa, delicious canapés provided by Kitchen Bar, hand massages from Life Day Spa and delectable giveaways, sponsored by VodaWorld, Terenzo Hair Salon, The Business Centre, African Star Communications and Speed Queen, in the ambient elegance, beauty and convenience of The Business Centre itself!
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The host for the evening was the delightful M-net Idols Presenter, Liezel Van Der Westhuizen. Liezel introduced the evening's proceedings with charm and style as guests rubbed shoulders with some of South Africa’s commerce power houses and business individuals.

Tumi hosts listening session for Whole Worlds

Tumi, mostly known with his band The Volume, has a new album out. Sony Music invited us to the listening session that was held at The Planetarium at Wits University on Wednesday afternoon.

Always the creative soul, the selection of the venue had lots to do with his album, aptly titled Whole Worlds. At the reception area, there were flyers with sketches and pictures of different planets stuck on the walls alongside the material from the venue, making for a smooth assimilation into the space. After having drinks and Astrios, we were led to the inside of The Planetarium.

Lance from Sony Music introduced Tumi to the media and other guests that were in attendance. As the lights went out, the excitement permeated in the air, in anticipation of this truly unique experience, at least in South Africa. Tumi took to the mic and described inspirations for each of the 4 songs he played us (helped on the decks by DJ Bionic). He relayed to us neatly-worded descriptions of how the songs came about and each and every person involved with the tracks. I instantly fell in love with each of the songs he played, especially one that features mama Sibongile Khumalo.

It was a breath-taking experience, knitting together the visuals of the planets on the roof and the powerful sounds that came from the speakers, As we left The Planetarium, we were gifted with a copy of the full album with some more Astrios as well as a remarkable booklet with amazing photography and beautifully coined words that accompanied the CD.

I played the whole CD on my way back from the listening session and with each listen, I fell more and more in love with Whole Worlds. It's an amazing piece of work that Tumi should be utterly proud of. It's hip hop music elevated into another level, only a way Tumi would make it. Whole Worlds is available at music stores nationwide now, go out and cop it.

MTVBase Nights to close 2009 with a BANG

It seems MTVBase is going all out for their last monthly MTVBase Nights event for December, set to take place in two cities this time around. Here is what my wifey, Melanie, says on the release she sent me:

MTV base nights and Absolut Rocks bring you "Who Gon’ Run this town tonight" on 4 December in Jozi and Durban with major album launches in both cities.

Since its inception in July, MTV base nights has become the most anticipated night out on the monthly social calendar. With the crowds the party pulls every month, artists and bands have started using the first Friday’s event, as the launch pad for new releases, like Jozi’s “Wildlife” in November.

December is no different. Only bigger and better. Two cities – Johannesburg and Durban; 4 official album launches and it’s all brought to you by MTV base nights and Absolut Rock.

On 4 December MTV base nights and Absolut Rock will be taking over Moloko and Louis XVI in Rosebank, with two mega album launches for TEARGAS, supported by L-Tido, live on one stage. Your favourite DJs Dimplez, Biz, Soul Sista, DJ LeoLarge, Hudson and Brooklyn’s best kept secret, international big gun DJ G Brown, will make sure you blaze up the dance floor ‘til sunrise –. MTV base hottie, Sizwe Dhlomo will be hosting the Jhb event.

It’s all happening at Plush in Durban on 4 December. The popular venue explodes with not one, but two album launches for JR and L Volvo. Flippin’ it all night long on the decks are the city’s hottest DJs – DJ Mel, P-Kuttah and C-Live. Durban peeps are still talking about the last MTV base night, so don’t miss out again.

"Who Gon’ Run this town tonight" is proudly brought to you by ABSOLUT Vodka Rock Edition.

Doors open at 21h00. Tickets available at the door. R100 gets you in, R150 gets you VIP. Dress code is smart casual. No sneakers and no under 21’s.

For more information log onto www.mtvbase.com or join the MTV Base Nights event page on Facebook.

MTV Base Nights peeps Are Hot And You're Not

If you are not attending the monthly MTV Base Nights that has been heating up Rosebank for the past few months, what are you waiting for?

Latinova will be sizzling yet again this Friday, 06 November 2009 as MTV Base hosts another of their dope parties, dubbed this time I'm Hot And You're Not, that take place every first Friday of the month. There is a bevy of DJ's that will be taking to the decks to make you dance until the morning. But the entertainment doesn't E.N.D. (as BEP say on the new album, Energy Never Dies) there as the hip hop group Jozi will be launching their new album and performing tracks from that very same album. You don't want to miss out. Please check the attached flyer for the details.

And get this, YEAHBO.DOT.NET is giving away 5 VIP tickets to the event. All you have to do to win is send an email, with your contact details to khetha@yeahbo.net; and answer these simple questions:

• What was Jozi's debut album called?
• Name at least 2 members of the group Jozi.

I'm currently in Botswana until this coming Sunday, so I'm sad that I'm not going to be there. But if you are in and around Jozi, you have no excuse.

Law Abiding Citizen advanced screening a soaring success

Even though the advanced screening of Law Abiding Citizen, hosted by YEAHBO.DOT.NET, started a bit late because it was screened at the same theatre the Michael Jackson film screened (which overan its time), it was still a sounding success.

The guests started arriving as early as 16:45, amongst the early birds the very dignified and talented Lindelani Mkhize and his wife. I was very humbled and appreciative of their understanding of the late start to the joyous occassion.

Before the beginning of the movie, as usual I took to the mic to give away great goodies, including Bruno hampers, Virgin Active hampers, VIP tickets to MTV Base Night's monthly soiree taking place this coming friday, 06 November 2009, the same day Law Abiding Citizen hit cinemas throughout the country, as well as Jamie Foxx's Ignition CD's (thanks to Sony Music). The giveaway exercise proved very long when guests couldn't find the pieces of papers stuck beneat their seats, but recovered nicely as I got into a nice interaction with the guests, asking them questions related to the movie, as well as related to MTV Base Nights, (where hip hop outfit Jozi will be launching their new alabum), as well as related to YEAHBO.DOT.NET.

Although I had watched the film more than 2 weeks ago, I sat through the second half because I wanted to see the reactions of the guests when my favourite scene was running. As precisely as I had expected, everybody reacted the very same way I did; I chucked as they literally jumped off their seats. Law Abiding Citizen will keep you thrilled for the complete duration of the movie with the suspense, the mystery, the espionage and spycraft elements of the movie, the interesting and unique story, as well as the sterling performances from all the actors involved. The chemistry between the main rivals, Clyde and Eric, played by current Hollywood leading man Gerard Butler and Jamie Foxx respectively, is dynamic and superb. F. Gary Gray definitely has another winner in his hands. His directing shows his flair and understanding for the art.

It was great getting positive responses from the guests after the movie. People like Unreleased Records owner Draztik and actor and TV presenter Fezile Makhanya (whom I caught up with after not seeing him for a while) gave me their two cents, and my great friends Melanie Ramjee and Louise Pillay echoed their sentiments via Twitter minutes after seeing the movie. Below is more email responses I received from some of the guests that came through and who thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

Thanks so much for the invite yesterday. The movie was awesome. Ninel you will
have to see it. More importantly thanks for distributing our flyers at your
events. Much appreaciated my friend. Melanie Ramjee

This movie was top-notch Khabazela!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Tx for the
invite.
Mangaliso Pewa

Thanks for the invite . .movie was too nice,
Lets do this
again. Charlene Vilane.

Thanks for Sunday, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Belinda Belseck.

What a movie!!!!! I thoroughly enjoyed myself last nite. It may
have started late but it was worth the effort. Will definitely watch it again
and encourage friends to watch. Dimakatso Machepa.

Overall, it was a fun afternoon. Thanks top all that came through for the
support. Don't forget, Law Abiding Citizen is at cinemas nationwide this
coming Friday, 06 November 2009. Most have referred to it as the best movie
of the year. Go and check it out and tell us what you think.