Department of Police, Roads and Transport in the Free State embarks on campaign creating awareness on stolen goods

No Comments »Written on February 25th, 2014 by jonckie
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The Department of Police, Roads and Transport in the Free State will embark on a campaign to create awareness on stolen goods in Mangaung, Bloemfontein. In terms of the Free State Provincial Crime Strategy there are various contributing factors that lead to crime being committed. Some of these are attributed to socio-economic factors like unemployment and poverty.

The aim of the Campaign is to create awareness and educate communities on crimes related to stolen goods. It also aims to strengthen and promote relations and partnerships amongst stakeholders and role players in addressing crimes that are related to stolen goods.

The consultative meeting will be held with the communities and it will be followed by door-to-door visit to citizens. Sting operations by the SAPS are also planned. The door-to-door will be conducted in the Kagisanong Police Station precinct on the 26th February 2014. About 200 volunteers will participate.

Our appeal to Mangaung community is to refrain from buying stolen goods because this perpetuates criminality. Instead they must report criminals and assist the police with information to catch wrongdoers. In this way, we will move forward towards a crime-free society.

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Saki Mohono

Casual Day reaches significant milestone with R23.5 million

No Comments »Written on February 24th, 2014 by jonckie
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Disability activist Marlene le Roux delivers the keynote address at the recent Casual Day awards breakfast

A whopping R23.5 million was raised nationally last year by Casual Day, the fundraising project that has seen the South African public open its hearts to persons with disabilities for almost two decades. Casual Day celebrates its 20th anniversary year in 2014 and will be pulling out all the stops with its Bring out the Bling theme, which was announced at the project’s annual awards ceremony in Stellenbosch.

The organisations that raised the most donations in the Western Cape are: Paarl School in Brackenfell with R175 460, Filia School in Goodwood with R134 106, Cher’e Botha School in Belville with R113 384, Sunfield Wellington with R100 000 and Western Cape APD in Milnerton with R83 940.

Casual Day is the flagship project of the National Council for Persons with Physical Disabilities in South Africa (NCPPDSA), which this year celebrates 75 years of service to the community of persons with disabilities. Over past two decades Casual Day has helped the NCPPDSA fulfill its mandate of creating a barrier-free, fully accessible and inclusive society for all, raising almost R195 million.

The highlight of the morning was a rousing talk by disability activist Marlene le Roux, Director at Artscape for Audience Development and the Education Artistic Program, who said “Disability is not glamorous.” She went on to inspire the audience with the story of her life and how she overcame multiple obstacles. “The biggest thing in life is to be loved, to be touched. Don’t lump all people with disabilities together; we are human beings.” Her plea was for persons with disabilities to be treated with dignity and humanity – she also called for persons with disabilities to be employed.

Le Roux was there to provide inspiration at the annual Casual Day event, billed as “Breakfast With The Stars”. Long-time Casual Day ambassador and award-winning star of stage and screen, Terence Bridgett, was the Master of Ceremonies. He said had been involved with Casual Day for two decades and that “Casual Day is not just a commitment for a year or two; it is not just a commitment for a decade or two. I suspect it is a lifetime commitment.” Attendees were delighted by his performance of a song to the soundtrack of ‘Diamonds Are Forever’ which rounded off the events. He wrote his own lyrics and called the song ‘Casual Day Is Forever’.

Casual Day Chairman and Executive Committee member of the National Council for Persons with Physical Disabilities in South Africa Mac Mia gave some background history of the project, explaining that, “Casual Day was not built by one individual, it is a collective effort of which we can all be proud. Casual Day was built, one sticker at a time, by everyone who participated over the last 19 years.

He continued, “2013 saw many positive changes – and we can already see and feel the effects.  Very importantly, we have ensured that the project remains in good hands and continues to serve its stakeholders in a sustainable and transparent way. The changes we have implemented are the first of a series of transformational ideas to create efficiencies and to better communicate with you, our most valuable partners. Casual Day was built, one sticker at a time, by everyone who participated over the last 19 years.

“The competition in this space has become crowded with social agencies and fundraisers, each with a strong purpose and all chasing the same pots of gold. If we are to remain relevant and successful we need to strengthen the Casual Day brand and we need to target our audience as a trustworthy, transparent, accountable and focused campaign.”

The enthusiastic gathering consisted of members from the project beneficiaries and participants, including representatives of the NCPPDSA, SA National Council for the Blind, SA Federation for Mental Health and Deaf Federation of SA. The new crop of beneficiaries were also present, including representatives from Autism South Africa, Down Syndrome South Africa, The National Association for Persons with Cerebral Palsy, the South African National Deaf Association, the National Institute for the Deaf, Alzheimer’s South Africa, the South African Disability Alliance and QuadPara Association of South Africa.

The theme for 2014 was announced – Bring out the Bling. Project leader Celeste Vinassa said afterwards, “To celebrate Casual Day’s 20th birthday we are inspiring South Africans to dress UP, not down. The theme is Bring out the Bling and the colour for the year is Dazzle Blue, a dramatic colour relating to the world of the theatre. So our message to you is to rustle up a little razzle dazzle. Casual Day is all about fantasy and dressing up in things you can find around the house. Be creative with glitter, fabric, shiny paper, sequins or just wear your sticker and a posh casual attitude!”

Principal financial sponsor Edcon, was represented by Mercia Maserumule, the Edcon Group CSI Manager, Transformation and Corporate Affairs. She said that “Edcon understands that full inclusion and integration is important and that able-bodied people need education on issues of disability - so that they have information and are sensitised. The Casual Day project is one of the ways that Edcon can support the mandate of the NCPPDSA, which is to serve the needs of persons with disabilities. We want our staff and customers to be included in this education.”

For more information on how to participate in Casual Day go to www.casualday.co.za

Southern Cape Police member in court for fraud with travel claims

No Comments »Written on February 24th, 2014 by jonckie
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On Friday, 21 February 2014, The Anti-Corruption Unit of the Hawks in the Southern Cape arrested a 45-year-old Pacaltsdorp police Warrant Officer, for fraud and theft.

Warrant Officer Jantjie is accused of having submitted a fraudulent travel claim to the Pacaltsdorp Police in August last year. He claimed more money than was due to him by the state. The fraud was discovered during a routine station audit after which it was reported to the Hawks for investigation.

Warrant Officer Jantjie appeared in the George Magistrates’ Court immediately after the arrest, and he was warned to be in court again on 11 March 2014.

Warrant Officer Jantjie was suspended from his duties, and internal disciplinary procedures have been instituted against him.

"We cannot have members who are not honest with the employer. Warrant Officer Jantjie has an opportunity to make representations, both criminally and departmentally to prove his innocence" said Western Cape Provincial Head of the Hawks, Major General Yoliswa Matakata.

FoodSure’s testing meets stringent international verification standards

No Comments »Written on February 24th, 2014 by jonckie
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In a time when consumers are battling rising inflation, and trying to eke out every rand, the food scandal that tainted SA’s meat producers has led to the creation of Foodsure, an independent standards authority that makes sure that South Africans get what they pay for.

Foodsure aims to restore consumers' trust in their food purchases by providing quality assurance in the form of its SureMark sign. The SureMark sign will be issued to companies following stringent verification and testing processes. Spearheaded by Amanda Rogaly, who was concerned enough to step in and make sure consumers are protected, Foodsure will act as an independent “middle-man” between consumers and the food industry.

Foodsure's SureMark is a sign that applauds and recognises those suppliers who value the quality and consistency of their product and who wish to stand head and shoulders above their competitors, many of whom aren’t transparent and don't have enough control over their supply chain. Foodsure will be the means by which these companies can take steps to make sure that their sector is beyond reproach, rather than a way of outing entities that are not transparent, explains Rogaly.

South Africa’s recent concerns about what goes into meat, and whether the source was disclosed on the label, followed a similar issue in Europe, where beef was found to contain horse meat. “This sort of practice raises all sorts of concerns for consumers,” says Rogaly.

She explains that the recent meat scandal was the catalyst that prompted this move, as it is just the latest in a long list of contaminated food products, such as melamine in dog food and baby formula as well as toxic cancer-causing Sudan Red in foods. “The list is endless, and it was time that someone did something and stood up so that consumers' trust is restored in food producers and the retailers where they buy groceries.”

To set everyone’s minds at ease, Rogaly, backed up by a business network that includes legal, marketing, food and consumer law experts, set up Foodsure, an independent certification and verification company that will make use of the laboratory services at its scientific partners’ premises, including those at the Council for Industrial and Scientific Research (CSIR) and Swift Silliker. “This ensures that our testing levels and standards are beyond reproach,” says Rogaly, also MD of the company.

According to Business Report [or multiple reports], a University of Stellenbosch study found that nearly 60% of 139 tested meat products had ingredients such as donkey, water buffalo, goat and pork, which were not listed on the label.

Although these quantities may have been minute, and within thresholds, the fact that they were not disclosed on the label is enough to cause consternation among consumers, says Rogaly. “Apart from concerns that some of the undisclosed meat may have offended some people’s morals; there are other aspects to be worried about.

Regulations relating to the Labelling and Advertising of Foodstuffs, which came into effect last March, requires that food must be described in a way that that the information about contents or composition of a product is indicated closely to its name. In addition, the description should be legible and contents should not be misleading, or aimed at deceiving consumers.

Rogaly says there is clearly a need for tighter policing of labelling, to make sure that what the label says is in the box, is what is actually in the box. Enter Foodsure.

Rogaly explains that any consumer-facing company that supplies food products can sign up for its products to be assessed. “The verification process will give consumers the assurance that they are dealing with a reputable company, from meat processors to retailers and casual dining restaurants, it will be a stamp that will set them above those that do not have their products tested, and brings with it something that money cannot buy: peace of mind,” says Rogaly.

Companies that subject themselves to the stringent verification process will pay for the right to carry the stamp, and the cost of the testing will be borne by Foodsure.  Rogaly emphasises that this is a typical practice within the food and beverage sector. “Just because we are being paid by the company whose products we are testing does not mean we are not independent. We have to get this right; we owe it to consumers who have lost trust in South African food suppliers.”

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The mystery of food labels – Does the label on the food product match the contents?

mapIT: Yellow Pages App Provides Turn-By-Turn Navigation

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Yellow Pages SA and mapIT take to the streets with free Turn-by-Turn Navigation with Voice Guidance for iOS and Android app users in South Africa

Johannesburg, South Africa (21 February 2014) – Yellow Pages SA app received a significant update recently, adding free turn-by-turn navigation with voice guidance. Yellow Pages SA has been available for iOS and Android devices for several years now but this enhancement helps consumers find local South African businesses with free navigation on the latest TomTom map data.

"This incredible new feature is a testament to what happens when the right people come together and focus their expertise towards a common goal. By partnering with mapIT we have been able to not just make our Yellow Pages App better but to create a superior user experience that truly reflects our new 'Local Reliable Results' positioning," said Thabo Seopa, CEO of Trudon.

With the latest update you will find great new features such as:

- New GPS Turn-by-Turn navigation so you can drive right to the business of your choice
- New "Map" tab to discover new businesses via a map view
- User accounts that are synced with your web profile
- Fresh new look and design features
- Share listings via your favourite social media platforms
- Sync your Yellow Pages web profile with the app
- Improved search result quality and accuracy to region

The Yellow Pages SA app has already been voted one of the top apps in South Africa by AppBrain.

Yellow Pages SA, which is owned by Trudon, partnered with mapIT in utilising deCarta’s  Xplorer V9 Turn-by-Turn navigation technology including TomTom’s quality map data. deCarta’s Xplorer V9 is a white-label navigation application which can be branded as needed, or as core libraries which can be quickly integrated into other applications to add mapping and navigation.

“With Yellow Pages being the go-to guide for South Africans when looking up businesses, mapIT is pleased to be able to add another dimension to this firm favourite with deCarta’s Xplorer V9 navigation technology,” said Etienne Louw, Managing Director, mapIT.

About Trudon

Trudon (Pty) Ltd (formerly known as TDS Directory Operations (Pty) Ltd) is the market leading company in local commercial search in Southern Africa.

It has local and international share-holding. Trudon is the owner and publisher of the Yellow Pages, the Phone Book, Trudon Mobile, Leisure Pages and the operator assisted 10-11-8 business enquiries. The information is also published online at www.yellowpages.co.za.

About mapIT

mapIT, a division of TomTom Africa, offers businesses high quality digital maps with accurate and extensive coverage of Africa and across the globe. Furthermore they offer this map data on the world's foremost Location Based Services (LBS) platform, deCarta. mapIT are an all-encompassing digital mapping company. Working together with partners mapIT establishes innovative and comprehensive suites of digital mapping platforms to position itself as the leading international enabler of accurate location-based platforms throughout Africa.

For more information visit http://www.mapit.co.za

About deCarta

deCarta is the leading independent, global LBS technology company. It provides specialized geospatial technologies for online mapping, routing, navigation, geocoding, local search and geo-data integration and processing. The company's platform is used by leading high volume LBS applications and services in the mobile, internet, enterprise fleet and automotive markets where scalability, flexibility and reliability are vital.

deCarta's customers and technology partners include Samsung, Inrix, T-Mobile, FullPower MotionX GPS Drive, Appello, Ford, General Motors OnStar, Cybit, Wireless Matrix, MapIT, eMapgo, Nokia, Telstra/Sensis, TomTom, WHERE/eBay. deCarta is privately held and headquartered in San Jose, California with international offices in Germany, and China.

For further information, please visit www.decarta.com

About TomTom

Founded in 1991, TomTom (TOM2) is a leading provider of navigation and location-based products and services.

TomTom maps, traffic information and navigation technology power automotive in-dash systems, mobile devices, web based applications and government and business solutions.

TomTom also designs and manufactures its own location-based products including portable navigation devices and fleet management solutions, as well as GPS-enabled sports watches.

Headquartered in Amsterdam, TomTom has 3,500 employees worldwide and sells its products in over 35 countries.

For further information, please visit www.tomtom.com

FoodSure gains acceptance as SA’s independent food verification entity

No Comments »Written on February 22nd, 2014 by jonckie
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Ronin taking a closer look at the food label in this photo by Denese Lups

Just a few weeks after launching, FoodSure – SA’s only independent food verification entity – has signed up several clients and is well on the way to making its SureMark is a standard that consumers can trust. MD and founder Amanda Rogaly says that she is pleased with the amount of companies that have come on board, but her target is to make sure that every locally-produced food item is stamped with the SureMark.

“So far, we have over 32 companies that have either signed up with us, or are in the process of doing so,” says Rogaly. She says this is fantastic news for consumers who buy those products, but that the campaign in far from over.

“Every locally-made product must be certified, so that all South African consumers can have their trust regained. We’ve had too many recent food scandals, and we need to know that what we buy is what it claims to be.”

Rogaly, a recent new mother, launched FoodSure folllowing the recent ‘tainted meat’ scandal, and felt that enough was enough because this was just the latest in a slew of worries over food security issues, including the Nestle recall, Sudan Red worries and dog food that killed at least 25 pets. “I wanted to make sure that what I was feeding my child was good food; that it only contained what the label said it did.”

FoodSure came about as a result of that need – and the expanded need to protect consumers – and is backed by a team that includes legal, marketing, labelling and scientific experts. “We’ve partnered with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research for a reason,” says Rogaly. “The facilities there are world-class, and this means that any company that comes to us to have the contents of their product verified can be assured that testing will stand up to any scrutiny.”

The company’s scientific partners test on behalf of FoodSure and, if the results are positive, FoodSure awards its SureMark – a sign that what the label says in the product is actually there, and nothing else.

Rogaly adds that companies that do not pass the test are given some time to sort out whatever issue the lab has found, and then resubmit. “We’re not here to name and shame, but rather to reward those companies that have consumers as top of mind. It’s a small fee to get tested, but well worth it because of the brand recognition that comes with the SureMark quality stamp.”

The testing is rigorous, and will more than pass international muster, which was a vital attribute in FoodSure’s selection of a scientific partner, adds Rogaly.

In addition, says Rogaly, the SureMark will aid local producers, as consumers will be easily able to identify products that have landed on South African shores, but are less than they claim to be. “Companies that try dupe South Africans will soon be out of a market. They won’t be able to pass off inferior products because shoppers will be looking for the SureMark.”

KwaZulu Natal Drug Dealers made to feel the heat through a multidisciplinary approach to enforcement

No Comments »Written on February 19th, 2014 by jonckie
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In pursuance of prescripts of the national drug master plan, KwaZulu-Natal police has adopted a multidisciplinary approach in fighting the scourge of drug abuse. Due to the Provincial Commissioner’s personal intervention and her leadership, various drug teams were formed to supplement the Province’s war on drugs.

Our approach involves the use of Crime Intelligence, Detectives and the Hawks and involves focused investigations as well as liaison with foreign law enforcement agencies to address drug trafficking and drug dealers.

Police officers from our Visible Policing environment are dealing with deterrence through proactive and reactive policing and Social Crime Prevention measures. We are also focusing on drugs that enter through our Ports of Entry. Our success can also be attributed to the involvement of other policing agencies and Government Departments who we work very closely with. We still find that the drug of choice is cannabis which accounts for over 75% of the drugs that is seized. This is because it is cheap and grows in abundance along our coastline. We have many project driven operations involving undercover operations, surveillance, interceptions and monitoring. We also hold regular disruptive operations at our Ports of Entry, night clubs and known drug outlets.

During the ten month period between April 2013 and January 2014 we have arrested 39 316 persons for drug related offences in the KwaZulu Natal Province. During this period we also seized 25 795kg of dagga as well as 28 944 dagga plants. We also seized 1 018 291 straws of heroin and 162 567 mandrax tablets. We also had major drug busts during this period which include:

-          On 13 May 2013 a women was arrested when one kilogram of cocaine and 400 grams of heroin valued at R800 000 was found in a false compartment in her bag at King Shaka International.

-          On 5 July 2013 a man and women were arrested after 50,37kg of heroin and 16 235 ecstasy tablets valued at R37 million was seized at a clandestine narcotics laboratory in Illovo.

-          On 22 October 2013 a man and women were arrested when 36kg of Chrystal Meth valued at R6.3 million was found in their luggage when they arrived at King Shaka International.

-          On 4 November 2013 a man was arrested when 2kg of cocaine valued at R700 000 was found in a false compartment in his luggage.

-          On 30 November 2013 19 men were arrested at Hillcrest after 40kg of heroin powder, one million straws of heroin and 79 000 mandrax tablets valued at R40 million was seized.

-          On 30 December 2013 12 suspects were arrested in Umhlanga after 4kg of heroin, 25 000 mandrax tablets and 5000 straws of heroin valued at R4 million was seized.

-          On 23 January 2014 a man and women were arrested after cocaine valued at R282 000 was found hidden inside a women shoes at King Shaka International.

-          On 9 February 2014 a women was arrested at King Shaka International after 1,16kg of cocaine valued at R450 000 was found strapped to her body.

-          On 10 February 2014 a man was arrested at King Shaka International after 1,5kg of cocaine valued at R750 000 was found strapped to his body.

-          On 14 February 2014 a women was arrested at Emanguzi after 1723, 67kg of dagga valued at R1, 72 million was found on her homestead.

The KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Mmamonnye Ngobeni expressed her confidence that police are indeed making huge inroads into drug dealing and drug smuggling in the province. “Our police officers have been very successful at intercepting drug dealers and drug smugglers thus preventing large quantities of drugs from ending up on our streets. We should also not underestimate the role that visible policing plays in raiding known drug dens on a daily basis,” she said.

“These successes would not been achieved had we not committed ourselves to vigorously deal with the drug scourge. Whilst police are winning the war by intercepting these drug shipments and arresting drug dealers and drug smugglers, we appeal to the community to play a proactive role by ensuring that our youth do not support these drug dealers,” she added.

Why do more and more nutritionists advise that we cut our sugar intake?

No Comments »Written on February 19th, 2014 by jonckie
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Is there anything wrong with sugar?

Sugar – tooth fairies the world over love it as it keeps them in enough baby teeth to furnish their castle. But seriously, although every parent avoids it in the run up to bedtime, not much seems to be known about what other potential problems it could cause.

One of the most common known issues with too much sugar consumption is that people get fat. While refined sugar – the kind found in white bread – is known to pack on the pounds, many people will not be aware of the harmful effect sugar has on cholesterol; raising the bad type and lowering the good.

Tooth decay is another common symptom, but many consumers may not know that the sugar found in fruit juice plays a part in some forms of diabetes. Say no when the doctor or dentist tries to entice your little one with a lollipop.

Other issues that have been linked to sugar through research include depression, mood swings, hyperactivity and poor memory development.

Over consumption is the problem, but people can cut down by cutting out the products that contain too much sugar. This can be worked out by simply looking at the label of the product, which should match the contents.

One tip for consumers is to check whether the label says that sugar has been added. Sugar will naturally be found in several products, but people should steer clear of those that have added sugar.

Another is to look at the type of sugar. Questions to ask include whether the sugar is naturally found in the product, such as an apple, or whether it has been artificially added.

In addition, it can be important to note what type of sugar you are taking in. Fructose is found naturally in fruit, glucose is a source of carbohydrates, which our bodies need, while galactose is found in milk. When galactose is paired with glucose, we get lactose.

Sucrose, the widely-accepted name for sugar, is a combination of fructose and glucose. Some studies have shown that glucose could be better than fructose, and if you’re diabetic, you need to pay attention to the type of sugar.

However, there do not seem to be any definitive studies on whether one type is better. The best solution is to just cut back, especially on added sugar.

Xylitol, a sweetener that occurs naturally, has been touted as the healthiest alternative to sugar. On food labels, xylitol is classified as a carbohydrate or sugar alcohol, but it is considered a “sugar-free” sweetener. Xylitol has been used as a sweetener in foods since the 1960's. However, while xylitol is a naturally occurring substance, manufactured xylitol is sometimes included in products, and is produced through sugar hydrogenation.

Some alternative forms of sweeteners also contain other forms of sugar, so these should be watched out for. When in doubt, read the label.

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The mystery of food labels – Does the label on the food product match the contents?

The mystery of food labels – Does the label on the food product match the contents?

No Comments »Written on February 18th, 2014 by jonckie
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Hendri and Ronin captured in this photo by Denese Lups

South Africa has legislative framework that dictates that the label on a product matches its contents. While this is all fine and well, says Amanda Rogaly – MD and founder of FoodSure – most South Africans wouldn’t be able to tell what they should be looking out for, never mind make sure the contents are accurate.

While it may seem obvious, the first rule all companies have to follow is to ensure the product name is descriptive and not misleading. As a perfect example, Norah-Ann Hayes, one of FoodSure’s Food Labelling Consultants, explains that a cake cannot be described as strawberry cake if it contains flavouring but not actual strawberries. It would need to be labelled as strawberry-flavoured cake instead.

Similarly, only authorised nutrient content claims may be made e.g. low fat or high in protein. “No claims are allowed to be made around antioxidants or for instance that a food assists in reduction of disease risk,” says Hayes.

Rogaly adds that there are other health considerations when reading food labels. While the fat and calorie content is important, other ingredients, like sodium, can affect how healthy a product is, or isn’t. “Food labels can sometimes be confusing, especially if the front of the product proclaims that it’s low in sodium but the information on the label lists sodium in the top few rows of the nutritional value information. This means that sodium is one of the primary ingredients in the product, since the label has to reflect the weights of ingredients from the highest to the lowest, in order.”

In addition, Hayes explains, if an ingredient is highlighted either through the product name or through pictures, the percentage contained in the product must be declared in the ingredients list.

“Information on the major eight allergens must either be declared in the ingredients list or stated as ‘contains’ at the end of the ingredients list.”

Another vital detail on labels is the sell-by or use-by date, known as the durability date. Durability dates are the dates that detail where the product is no longer of a desired quality and/or safety. “There has been much discussion on this of late, as durability dates are pushing up food wastage of perfectly edible food, as the product may still be safe for consumption, but just lost some crunch or flavour. But products that can microbially become unsafe require a use-by date and not a best-before date, because a best-before date refers only to the shelf life of an unopened product. This is obviously to protect the consumer,” says Hayes.

Rogaly says that these pointers are just a few of the things consumers can look out for, and that the South African labelling laws are extremely comprehensive. For example, the legislation stipulates that the name and address of the manufacturer should be clearly visible, and that the storage instructions must be for both before opening and after opening the product. They must be such not only that the product is safe for consumption at the end of shelf life, but also of the expected quality.

“It’s a demanding process to comply with these regulations, and we applaud the local food producers that fulfil all the labelling requirements. We are here to acknowledge them, and we are here to help demystify often confusing labels for consumers.”

Morningside Drug Dealer behind bars and drug-manufacturing chemicals and drugs seized

No Comments »Written on February 18th, 2014 by jonckie
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The KwaZulu-Natal police’s determination to weed out the illicit drug trade continues to yield excellent results in and around the province. This is proved by yet another drug bust in Morningside, Durban yesterday, 17 February 2014 where drug-manufacturing chemicals and drugs worth about R80 000 were seized. A 25-year-old man was arrested and will appear in the Durban Magistrate’s Court today, 18 February 2014 facing dealing in drugs.

The KwaDukuza Cluster Task Team received information of drugs in the Berea area and conducted observation duties. Yesterday afternoon, 17 February 2014 at approximately 16:00 they conducted an operation and spotted a Fiat Siena motor vehicle fitting the same description given to them at Bellview Road. The members stopped the vehicle and it was searched. Hydroponic dagga to the street value of R55 000 was recovered. A 25-year-old man was arrested and charged with dealing in drugs. Investigation led the members to the suspect’s flat at Morningside where drug manufacturing chemicals and magic mushrooms were recovered to the street value of more than R25 000.

“We will continue to ensure that those who are dealing in drugs are caught and arrested,” said the KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Commissioner Lieutenant General Mmamonnye Ngobeni. “We appeal to the members of the community to join police in the fight against drugs in our community by providing valuable information to the police that will lead to the arrest of drug dealers,” she added.

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