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Nominations and destinations

Another short working week rolls by and we are here to usher in yet another long weekend! Top story this week is the announcement of the 2017 SAMA nominees, congrats to all! Who are you holding thumbs for?

Then Jarred Manasse gives his top three private safari destinations, we give you 16 things not to miss if heading to the Cheese Fest this weekend, and Brian Berkman reports back on the classy country style, Greyton Lodge.

Happy weekend all!

Ruth Cooper, Lifestyle Editor & Production Manager (@Biz_Lounge)

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SAMA23 nominees announced
SAMA23 nominees announced
The list of SAMA23 nominees has been announced and is dominated by new artists who released their debut or second projects in the past year. read
Greyton Lodge offers comfortable, contemporary farm-village style
Greyton Lodge offers comfortable, contemporary farm-village style

Brian Berkman

In 2012 a North West farmer decides it's time for a life change and asks his children what they should do. “They both said Cape Town,” explains Hendrik Bloem... Read

16 things to do at 2017 SA Cheese Festival
16 things to do at 2017 SA Cheese Festival

From rubbing shoulders with celebrity chefs to treating yourself to gourmet dishes, here are 16 things to add to your must-do list when visiting this year's SA Cheese Festival. Read

Top three private safari destinations in South Africa
Top three private safari destinations in South Africa

Jarred Manasse

With its magnificent natural landscapes, diverse and unique wildlife and unforgettable scenic beauty, South Africa prides itself as a premiere African safari destination. Read

Movies
#OnTheBigScreen: Faith and Forgiveness
#OnTheBigScreen: Faith and Forgiveness

Daniel Dercksen

This weekend sees the following films release on the big screen; Beyond The River, Going In Style, The Shack, Sleepless, Bleed For This and Idomeneo. read
Silence is golden
Silence is golden

Daniel Dercksen

It's not easy to fully understand what faith means, believing in your God, trusting that your moral compass is unshakable, devoting yourself to it with heart and soul, and having full confidence in your convictions. read
Music
Midnight Oil live in SA for one show only
Midnight Oil live in SA for one show only
Legendary Australian rock band and activists, Midnight Oil announced their first show in SA in over two decades... read
#MusicExchange: Phelo Bala
#MusicExchange: Phelo Bala

Martin Myers

Like many great singers, Phelo Bala started singing in his church choir at an early age, and it was immediately clear that he'd inherited his unique musical gift from his beloved mother and brothers Zwai and Loyiso (of TKZee fame). read
Events
All images © - Anne Barbotteau from Zip Zap Circus.
Celebrating 25 years of Zip Zap's social circus magic

Leigh Andrews

Zip! Zap! Circus! The non-profit Zip Zap Circus is currently celebrating its 25th year with a series of special monthly shows to showcase their talented students. Here's what you can expect... read
CTICC to host FanCon
CTICC to host FanCon
The second annual FanCon: Cape Town Comic Con will be taking place at the CTICC from Saturday, 29 April to Monday, 1 May. read
WGSN press event in Cape Town
Four key trends of African design in 2017/18
WGSN, a London trend forecasting company for fashion, unveils four key trends of African design in 2017 and 2018... read
Food & Wine
Third Noordhoek Crush coming up
Third Noordhoek Crush coming up
Noordhoek Farm Village will host its third annual family wine and food event Noordhoek Crush on Saturday, 29 April from 11am - 5pm. All profits from the event will go to the Foundation for Alcohol Related Research (FARR). read
Sport
Return of breakdance competition Red Bull BC One
Return of breakdance competition Red Bull BC One
Sixteen local breakdancers are set to compete on 29 April at the annual Red Bull BC One breakdance competition, which will take place at the V&A Waterfront. read
Motoring news
Clio GT-Line: Richly furnished and fun to drive
Clio GT-Line: Richly furnished and fun to drive

Henrie Geyser

Renault South Africa has enhanced its award-winning Clio five-door hatchback range with a stepped-up GT-Line model and it is a real show-stealer, both in looks and performance... read
More Motoring news
Travel news
#WTMAfrica17: Telling worthwhile stories via social media
#WTMAfrica17: Telling worthwhile stories via social media

Ruth Cooper

Craig Rodney, managing director of Cerebra Communication and founder of the @SouthAfrica Instagram account, says being heard is all about making sure you are telling a story worth listening to. read
More Travel news
Business
Romeo Makhubela, CEO at Novare Actuaries & Consultants
Rethinking pension fund investment

Romeo Makhubela

South Africa has a great deal of work to do in addressing the social and economic inequalities that exist today... read
The case for a restricted medical scheme
The case for a restricted medical scheme
With healthcare sustainability under scrutiny, many companies are wondering whether a restricted medical scheme is still a viable benefit... read
Multimedia
Freshlyground - Banana Republic
Freshlyground - Banana Republic
Freshlyground release new music video; Banana Republic utilizing footage from the documentary film 'The Giant is Falling'. - View/Rate
Push Push - Cold Hands
Push Push - Cold Hands
Push Push releases track Cold Hands. Produced by Thor Rixon. - View/Rate
Slow Jack - Ode to the Future
Slow Jack - Ode to the Future
Slow Jack release third single and video ‘Ode to the Future'. ‘Ode to the Future' was produced by Slow Jack, recorded by Digital Forrest and mixed and mastered by Grammy winning Los Angeles based John Paterno. - View/Rate
Lucy Kruger & The Lost Boys - Winter
Lucy Kruger & The Lost Boys - Winter
Winter is a collaboration between Lucy Kruger and filmmaker and photographer, Caroline Mackintosh. The song is the first to be shared from 'Summer's Not That Simple' - the upcoming debut album from Lucy Kruger & The Lost Boys. - View/Rate
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Founded in 1997, The Birchwood Hotel has remained a family-run business which prides its success on dedication and commitment to South Africa's business tourism industry. Situated only 7km from OR Tambo International Airport, the Birchwood Hotel is the ultimate hotel and conferencing solution for the busy business traveller or delegate with an hourly complimentary shuttle bus service running between the hotel and the airport ensuring no unwanted travelling delays.


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