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First created by Shigetaka Kurita in 1999, the emoji has become a huge part of everyday communication. Whether you love them or hate them, flying dollar bills, applauding hands and rolling eyes are here to stay. Scientist suggests that the use of emoji’s will help us gain the same satisfaction from digital interactions as we enjoy from personal contact. Almost two decades later, and we have over 2600 unique emoji’s to perfectly express what we feel, thank you Mr Kurita! Join HMD, the home of Nokia phones as we celebrate World Emoji Day on the 17 th  of July with these interesting emoji facts: The most popular emoji used is “Person Shrugging” 1.         The Nokia 3310 was chosen as one of the first 3 “National” emoji’s for Finland… it represents unbreakable! 2.         South Africa’s favourite emoji is the “Kiss and wink”… how sweet SA! 3.         French is the only ...

Oppikoppi, the biggest multiple day music festival held in Limpopo returns for it’s 24th annual celebration of home brewed music. The Red Bull Music Stage also returns to the festival for it’s 9th year. This year’s stage which opens on the  9th of August  will feature an array of genres which includes new age kwaito, afrobeats, future soul as well as SA’s beloved home-grown favourite, Gqom. Nineteen acts will grace the stage this year including South Africa’s Queen of eclectica,  ANG  alongside her brother in bass,  Miki San Tzu  on the mic, comfort food DJs  Deniece Marz  and  ANDR O ID 18  and  Isam-Qeh  hit maker,  DJ Sandiso . Off the release of his debut album,  Muzi  will play at the Red Bull Music stage for the second time, showcasing why he is one of Mzansi’s freshest DJs and producers.  Eye-On Feather  will bring acid jazz, future funk and low slung beats. Other acts include ...

Ntutule Tshenye, General Manager, Philips The year 2018, marks the centenary year of Nelson Mandela’s birth - Rolihlahla Mandela was born into the Madiba clan in the village of  Mvezo ,  in the Eastern Cape, on 18 July 1918.  The Nelson Mandela Foundation  (the Foundation) is commemorating Madiba’s centenary under the theme entire  “Be the Legacy”, a call to action for all citizens of the world to live the values of Madiba. T he Foundation is rallying individuals and organisations to dismantle the unequal structures of power and protects the most vulnerable through actions and dialogue. To remember and celebrate Madiba’s legacy, the Foundation in collaboration with  Philips South Africa  (“Philips”) is calling on all South Africans and beyond to  Shave to Remember ,  and reignite the unwavering spirit of Madiba by recreating the iconic Madiba line. The  Shave to Remember  campaign calls on everyone to unite behind an ...

Why Selfie, when you can Bothie! The latest Nokia mobile smartphones* provides consumers with a world-first in enabling Dual-Sight video to be livestreamed natively and in real-time to social feeds such as Facebook and YouTube. Dual-Sight simultaneously harnesses both the front and rear cameras in a split screen visual for both photos and videos. With just one touch, this world-first livestream capability gives more immersive experiences for those who love to create and share special memories. There are two sides to every story and the Dual-Sight feature of Nokia 8, with support from the Qualcomm Spectra™ 180 ISP, is designed to help you create and share the full picture. The front and rear-facing cameras on the Nokia 8 have been co-developed with ZEISS optics for an optimum all round experience. Content creators can natively broadcast their unique #Bothie stories to social media through the Dual-Sight functionality located within the camera app. Fans can also enjoy unlimited ...

Kick off your Soccer World Cup fever with an epic shot of energy from  Score  Striker, the invigorating new citrus energy drink. Bursting with a juicy citrus taste, new  Score  Striker has a double shot of Guarana to double your power and keep you on track. It is a real game changer with a healthy dose of B-vitamins, and is taurine free for the great aftertaste that  Score  fans have come to love.  New  Score  Striker is available in mega 500ml cans in leading outlets selling at around R10. In celebration of the Soccer World Cup,  Score  Energy Drink is hosting the  Score  Khaba Cup, mini 4-a-side soccer tournaments in and around Cape Town. Catch all the action from 16 June to  14 July 2018  in the following communities:   Khayelitsha – 16 June Nyanga –  23 June Mfuleni –  30 June Joe Slovo (Milnerton) –  7 July Cape Town CBD (Taxi Rank & Bus Terminal) –  14 July ...

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, is excited to announce that the hugely popular Pro Camera mode is now available on Nokia 8. Nokia 8 brought three world first camera features to the market and is now even more feature-packed with full manual controls over white balance, focus, ISO, shutter speed and exposure compensation. If you’re a camera pro, take control of your pictures to produce stunning content. If you’re a camera enthusiast, but not used to manual mode, quick, easy and intuitive controls show how adjustments change your photos in real time. Discover how using longer exposure times can create beautifully smooth waterfalls or trails of light, find that perfect focus point using manual focus or get that old school film grain with a high ISO.

HMD Global, the home of Nokia phones, recently launched the Nokia 7 Plus, a smartphone with striking design, innovative imaging capabilities and powerful performance for up to two days with one charge. With enhanced Dual-Sight, highly sensitive ZEISS optics and Pro Camera mode, the Nokia 7 Plus captures images that are true to life, no matter the lighting. Selected by Google to join the Android One family, the Nokia 7 Plus offers a pure, secure and up to date Android experience. Flagship design and performance The Nokia 7 Plus stands out of the crowd with its unique ceramic-feel coating achieved through a 6-layer paint system that ensures improved call quality and signal as well as better grip. It brings a great tactile feel and is comfortable to hold while elegantly hiding antenna lines. Precision machined from a single block of 6000 series aluminium, the Nokia 7 Plus comes with copper edges, contrasting with the body to add a stylish two-tone touch. Its gently curved b...

The National Basketball Association (NBA) and the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA) announced today that the NBA Africa Game 2018, the NBA’s third game in Africa, will take place Saturday, Aug. 4 at 5:00 pm CAT at Sun Arena at Time Square in Pretoria, South Africa. The announcement was made today at a press conference in Johannesburg by NBA Vice President and Managing Director for Africa, Amadou Gallo Fall. The NBA Africa Game 2018 will once again feature a Team Africa vs. Team World format.  Team Africa will be composed of players born in Africa or with direct family ties to the continent, and Team World will be composed of players from the rest of the world. Team Africa will include Joel Embiid (Philadelphia 76ers; Cameroon; BWB Africa 2011), Al-Farouq Aminu (Portland Trail Blazers; U.S.; parents from Nigeria), Bismack Biyombo (Orlando Magic; Democratic Republic of the Congo), Cheick Diallo (New Orleans Pelicans; Mali), Evan Fournier (Magic; France; paren...

OUMA  Rusks has introduced a new and delicious special edition to their legendary range - Lemon Cream. The iconic double-baked biscuit, which is perfect when dunked in a cup of something warm, has, over the years, become a part of South Africa’s culinary heritage. This is the rusk that has captured the heart of a nation, so the addition of this locally loved flavour combination will take a classic favourite to the next level. “Adding this new flavour to our range of rusks required extensive testing and loads of cups of tea,” quips  OUMA  Rusks assistant brand manager, Ziyaad Kolia. “Joking aside, it’s really an honour to work with such a wholesome and heritage-centric brand. Our new indulgent flavour is amazingly dippable, as always, and delivers a match made in Lemon Cream heaven.”  OUMA  Rusks is currently the number one player in the rusk market (valued at R283 million), commanding a 55.5% control of the segment.      ...

DEFY has always been a brand that is deeply committed to enriching the lives of South African people, with a particular passion for uplifting the nation’s youth. To commemorate DEFY’s historic campaign partnership with FC Barcelona, South Africa’s number one appliance brand plans to change the lives of three local learners through thei r Future Legends initiative. In order to invest in South African talent and create an unforgettable experience for three lucky learners, the search is on for South Africa’s next football legend in Durban, East London and Johannesburg. This initiative is spearheaded by footballing legend and Kaizer Chiefs alum, Jimmy Tau. Over three months, Jimmy Tau will be hosting coaching clinics at three provincial schools to assess the skills of aspiring soccer youths, as well as address the learners participating to motivate them to have their sporting dreams become a reality. The selected schools will initiate their own #FutureLegends day, where the school...

When considering the various elements required to produce an award-winning wine, the quality and origin of grapes are often top of mind for most consumers. However, when investigating the winemaking process further, it’s evident that not only one element dictates the quality of a wine but rather six elements together, namely the soil, climate, typography (slope angle and aspect), the grape producer (also known as the jockey), viticulturist and winemaker. According to Bonny van Niekerk, Red winemaker at Zonnebloem wines, the Stellenbosch region boasts the perfect combination of these elements, which is exactly why the area is known for its exceptional quality of wines, differentiating itself from other wine regions in South Africa. “The Stellenbosch region is home to the Stellenboschkloof, Jonkershoek and Simonsberg mountains, which are all perfectly positioned for wine grapes as they are home to rich soils that produce a wide variety of A-grade grape cultivars. Furthermore...

The countdown to the Corona SunSets Festival has officially begun for thousands of Joburg residents who plan to celebrate the sunset in all its glory. The highly-anticipated event is set to take place on Saturday, 14 April at the Val Bonne Estate where festival-goers will gather against a dusky backdrop that only the City of Gold can produce. Music enthusiasts can start gearing up to party to some of their favourite award-winning international DJs, including Camelphat, Kungs and Masters at Work, with local legends DJ Fresh, Themba (Euphonik) and many more, on the decks.  Before heading to a festival of this magnitude, preparation is key to ensure a fun and safe time whilst enjoying the SunSet. Here are some key pointers to keep in mind: ·          Get your tickets in time to avoid disappointment – Don’t hit snooze! Visit the Corona ticketing website at www.corona.nutickets.co.za to purchase tickets for you and your squa...