New York, June, 2014 – World Champion Triathlete Mirinda Carfrae and Tara Costa of NBC’s The Biggest Loser will race as the cyclists with the Race2Rebuild relay teams at Challenge Family’s inaugural US race, Challenge Atlantic City on June 29, 2014. Race2Rebuild, the endurance charity racing organization founded by athletes after Hurricane Sandy to help [...]Mirinda Carfrae, Tara Costa for Race2Rebuild is a post from: Time-to-Tri


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Cape Town (http://www.globalbuzz-sa.com/ct/) will be abuzz next month as the country welcomes students from over 100 countries, who will participate in the 55th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga on Tuesday launched the Olympiad – the first to be...

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South African Reserve Bank Governor Gill Marcus says emerging markets will be faced with a difficult year ahead due to global economic contractions. South Africa falls under emerging economies and has, due to domestic issues related to labour unrests, seen its growth slow down to 0.6% in the first quarter of 2014. Releasing the Reserve [...]Warning of tough times ahead is a post from: South Africa Business


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Gauteng Health MEC Qedani Mahlangu has encouraged those living with people with epilepsy to support them optimally.

“Let us show love and support to people with epilepsy and do away with discrimination as a result of any form of illness or condition,” MEC Mahlangu said on Tuesday as National Epilepsy Week came to an end.

National Epilepsy Week is observed annually and this year, it was celebrated from 16 – 22 June. The main aim of National Epilepsy Week is to raise awareness about epilepsy to dispel the myths, social stigmas and discrimination attached to the condition.

During the week 16 - 24 June 2014, health promoters in and around Gauteng embarked on a campaign to raise awareness about epilepsy.

Fifty million living with epilepsy

Epilepsy is a neurological condition characterised by unusual electrical activity in the brain. Even though it is the most common neurological condition in the world, it is still widely misunderstood.

Epilepsy affects 1 out of 100 people in South Africa, with 50 million people living with epilepsy globally. In Gauteng, a total of 36 209 patients are on treatment in the province for this illness.

In addition to receiving medication from provincial health facilities, patients are also supported with information on how to manage the illness as well as highlighting the importance of honouring appointments for reviews.

What triggers seizures?

Some of the triggers that may bring on a seizure include forgotten or incorrect medication, fever, lack of sleep, stress and excitement, boredom, alcohol and drugs, photosensitivity (flickering lights e.g. a TV screen, rare and well controlled), startle response, illness, hormonal changes, heat and humidity.

In more than 50% of cases, the underlying cause of the epilepsy is unknown. In other cases, underlying causes may be as a result from a head injury, birth injury due to lack of oxygen during birth, infections like meningitis and encephalitis, strokes, tumours, alcohol and drug abuse and aging.

How to manage seizures

Sharing tips on how to manage seizures, MEC Mahlangu said: “Place the patient in a recovery position.

“Do not place anything like spoon or spatula in the mouth. Do not try to open the patient’s mouth. Maintain an open air passage, assist respiration and give oxygen if available and monitor vital signs every 15 minutes if possible.” – SAnews.gov.za

The newly appointed Telecommunications and Postal Services, Minister, Siyabonga Cwele, says government is doing all it can to prepare South Africans for a “technological revolution” that is set to change lives.

The minister said government was cognisant of international developments around information communication and technology (ICT), and would strive to bring the same level of development to the country.

Speaking at an ICT conference hosted by Cisco South Africa on Tuesday, Minister Cwele said by 2025, the world’s population would have moved “from having no or limited internet access, to having total access - most probably through a mobile device”.

He said the growing use of ICTs has become characteristic of the era in which South Africans live, and added that currently, over 2.4 billion people worldwide are connected to the Internet.

“The rapid manner in which ICTs continue to transform all aspects of our lives [is] acknowledged. The World Economic Forum highlighted the shift towards ‘The Internet of Things’.

“Simply put, it refers to the growing number of devices that are connected to the internet, and to each other. Cisco’s Internet Business Solutions Group (IBSG) predicts some 25 billion devices will be connected by 2015, and 50 billion by 2020,” Minister Cwele said.

Cisco South Africa partnered with the Communications Department in 2009 to train higher education students to become computer technicians.

Minister Cwele said the National Development Plan (NDP), South Africa’s policy framework that is aimed at improving the lives of all South Africans by 2030, called for people to be “e-literated” by 2030.

He said while only 33% of internet traffic was generated from non-PC (personal computer) devices in 2013, it is predicted that by 2018, 57% of internet traffic will emanate from non-PC devices.

“This is the world we have to prepare for. Among the priorities [the NDP] highlights is improving the quality of education, skills development and innovation.

“I urge both Cisco and our universities to continue on this path of collaboration and innovation in delivering skills and learning solutions to especially our youth,” he said.

Minister Cwele said providing better access to educational opportunities will have a positive impact on the quality of life of all people as well as the economic prosperity of the country.

He said the shortage of ICT skills in South Africa and the African continent as a whole is an opportunity that needs to be seized.

“Ensuring that the young men and women of our country have not only the e-skills, but also the e-astuteness to take advantage of the advent of the society of the ‘internet of things’ is vital to reaching this target and overcoming the challenge of poverty, inequality and joblessness facing South Africa.” – SAnews.gov.za

It was pretty much a solo run for Rene Kalmer as she took top honours in the Pietermaritzburg SPAR Women’s 10km today in a time of 34.13 on an icy winter’s morning in KZN’s Capital. The field of 3800 participants braved the cold as the temperature plummeted to 2 degrees earlier this morning but had [...]Rene Kalmer wins PMB SPAR 10km is a post from: Time-to-Run South Africa


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The Spur Gauteng Winter Trail Seriesâ„¢ carried on in style as race 2 provided more top notch running on the banks of the magnificent Hennops River....

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The action packed IMPI Challenge heads to Gauteng for the last time in 2014. Taking place at the picturesque Van Gaalens Cheese Farm (Hartebeespoort / North West Province) on Saturday, 27 September 2014, participants can look forward to a fun-filled experience like no other.

“Fitness is the key,” says Charl Souma, who boasts two IMPI Elite Race wins. “The fitter you are the easier you will get through the obstacles. Strength isn't as important as aerobic fitness. I use the gym for strength work and I run often, regularly taking part in both road and trail races. No matter what event you enter, you will definitely have more fun if you put in some training”.

“A clean diet will definitely benefit your training,” continues Souma. “Do not try new things on race day though. Eat clean, train dirty”.

Combining trail running with an adventure style obstacle course, the IMPI Challenge is a spectator friendly event that is ideal for the entire family!

EVENT INFORMATION: IMPI Challenge Gauteng #2

Date: Saturday, 27 September 2014
Venue: Van Gaalens Cheese Farm (Hartebeespoort / North West Province)
Categories: IMPI Challenge, IMPI Dash, IMPI Elite and IMPI Mini

Enter individually or as part of a team (teams vary in size from 2 – 25 people, although team members start together, they do not need to finish together).

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Combining trail running with an adventure style obstacle course, there are four structures to choose from when entering the IMPI Challenge:

· IMPI Challenge: 10 – 12km with18 obstacles (age 18+ years); R400 per entry
· IMPI Dash: 5 - 7km with 12 obstacles (ages 10+, all adults welcome). R300 per entry
· IMPI Mini: 1km with smaller supervised obstacles (ages 6 – 10 years). R80 per entry for unlimited circuits of the course.
· IMPI Elite: 15 – 20km with 25 tough obstacles (age 18+ years); timed event with prize money; R550 per entry.

The race categories cater for a variety of athletes, from elite sportspersons, competent and beginner runners and families looking for a fun experience. Participants can enter individually or as part of a team (teams vary in size from 2 – 10 people, although team members start together, they do not need to finish together).

Best Dressed: One of the many highlights of the IMPI Challenge, IMPIs are encouraged to let creativity reign. The best dressed individual and/or team stand the chance to win awesome prizes compliments of our sponsors.

The streets of Durban will come alive with excitement on Sunday, 20 July 2014 with thousands of runners joining forces and taking on the fun filled Totalsports Ladies Race in celebration of the upcoming National Women’s Day. With two events to choose from, a 5km run/fun walk and a 10km run/fun walk, the Totalsports Ladies [...]Women’s Day Ladies race in July is a post from: Time-to-Run South Africa


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Today, 38 years ago, South Africa’s youth rose up and demonstrated against the injustices of apartheid and the imposition of Afrikaans as a medium of instruction.

It was a turning point in the country’s history as the youths fought for freedom and the creation of a democratic state. However, the uprisings ended tragically with hundreds of young people killed by the apartheid government.

The protest is associated with the famous image captured by photographer Sam Nzima of a young Hector Peterson being carried by Mbuyisa Makhubo, while Hector’s sister Antoinette Sithole ran alongside.

Since the tragic events, 16 June has been commemorated as Youth Day and is a public holiday in South Africa.

Youth Day is aimed at perpetuating the memory of those who died as well as carry on with their legacy and principles of selfless determination and devotion.

This year's celebrations also take place within the context of celebrations of 20 years since the dawn of peace, freedom and justice and democracy in South Africa. The first democratic elections were held in 27 April 1994.

The main Youth Day celebrations are being held in Galeshewe, Kimberley in the Northern Cape under the theme: "Youth moving South Africa forward”.

Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa will, on behalf of President Jacob Zuma, address the event along with the Premier of the Northern Cape Sylvia Lucas, Ahmed Kathrada and Chairperson of the National Development Agency (NYDA), Yershen Pillay. – SAnews.gov.za