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Soulful sensations

Top news this week sees us interview soulful songstress Tori Amos and local pop prince Jimmy Nevis, while the winners of the annual Africa Fashion Awards are announced, as are the winners of the Beyond Sport Awards.

Brian Berkman reviews the more-than-up-to-scratch Protea Hotels' Manor, and I report back on a soul-reviving treatment at the Sanctuary Signature Spa.

In search of a worthwhile NYE party? We've got tickets to give away to the Vic Falls Carnival in Zimbabwe!

Ruth Cooper, Lifestyle Co-editor & Production Manager (@Biz_Lounge)

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Weekly top stories


From Amos with love
[Eugene Yiga] She's been nominated for nine Grammy Awards and Rolling Stone magazine called her one of the best live performers of all time. And yet this might never have happened for Tori Amos, whose father had different plans for her life. read more>>

Nevis for The Masses

Ruth Cooper

On Monday, 3 November, 'The Masses', sophomore album by home-grown pop prince Jimmy Nevis was released. We caught up with him in cyberspace to get the scoop on the new album, growing up and Gatsbys.

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When three stars add up to more than three - in a Manor of speaking

Brian Berkman

Four star-graded hotels gained sudden favour with government employees when staying at five-star establishments was considered too wasteful while the three star-offering and below seemed relegated to the budget traveller looking for the no-frills stay.

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Africa Fashion Awards winners announced

The winners of the annual Africa Fashion Awards have been announced at a ceremony in Melrose Arch, Joburg.

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Music
Beatenberg to support 30 Seconds to Mars
Cape Town-based pop band, Beatenberg, is billed to open for internationally-renowned rock band, 30 Seconds to Mars, at their concert at the Grand Arena, GrandWest on Sunday, 23 November 2014. read more>>
Dusty Rebels and the Bombshells Rockabilly Festival returns
Hot rods, custom bikes, Burlesque, old-school and the sights and sounds of the 1950s will again converge at the second Dusty Rebels and the Bombshells Rockabilly Festival to be held on 8 November, 2014, at the Cape Town Ostrich Ranch in the Western Cape. read more>>
Movies
Glorious live opera on the big screen

Daniel Dercksen

Anna Netrebko delivers her searing portrayal of Lady Macbeth, the mad-and-murderous mate of Željko Lucic's doomed Macbeth in Adrian Noble's chilling production of Verdi's masterful adaptation of Shakespeare's tragedy, launching the Metropolitan Opera's much-anticipated 2014/15 season from 8, 9, 12 and 13 November at Cinema Nouveau. read more>>
Music Film Festival at the Labia, Cape Town
The Sound on Screen Music Film Festival is to be held at the Labia Theatre, Cape Town, from 7 to 13 November, 2014. read more>>
Hooray! Postman Pat: The Movie is here!

Daniel Dercksen

The world's favourite Postman and his tuxedo feline sidekick Jess make their glorious big screen debut in Postman Pat: The Movie, a hilarious fun-filled animated adventure for the whole family. We need some fun in our lives and this vibrant and colourful animated film will definitely put a smile on your face. read more>>
Art
Chemist dispenses groundbreaking art collection

Issued by Strauss & Co

Strauss & Co has announced the sale of the illustrious Harry Lits Collection of Works by the Amadlozi Group - a highlight of the 10 November auction of Important South African and International Art to be held in Johannesburg... read more>>
Events
An authentic French afternoon and evening
The first annual FrenchSunset picnic dinner, which is an authentic French afternoon and evening with a South African twist, will be held at a secret location on Saturday, 8 November, 2014. The venue will be disclosed to ticketholders on the day of the event at 9am. read more>>
Meet SpongeBob SquarePants and Dora the Explorer at the DStv Kids Xtravaganza this festive season

Issued by VWV Group

Children's favourites Nickelodeon's SpongeBob SquarePants and Nick Jr's Dora the Explorer will be performing live at the DStv Kids Xtravaganza, taking place at Vodacom World in Midrand from 12 to 15 December... read more>>
Levelthree Premium Venue in Kramerville is officially open for bookings

Issued by BlackJack Events

After a successful launch party on 2 October, Levelthree Premium Venue is officially open for bookings. There are still a number of dates available this year, so please be in touch for a site meeting and comprehensive quote... read more>>
Wellness
Sanctuary for your soul

Ruth Cooper

Pre- and post-massage selfies are good indicators of how good a treatment may be. Sans the crazy hair, my selfie post enjoying the Queen Victoria Hotel's newly opened Sanctuary Signature Spa's Mama Africa treatment did well to show the relaxing benefits that this caring treatment offers. read more>>
Motoring
Corolla Quest ticks the right boxes

Henrie Geyser: motoring editor

The Toyota Corolla has been one of South Africa's favourite cars for many years and when the Japanese carmaker decided to trim some fat (and rands and cents) off its previous Corolla and to rebadge it as the Corolla Quest, it struck gold. read more>>
Sport
Beyond Sport Awards winners named
The winners of the Beyond Sport Awards 2014, which celebrate and reward the best projects from around the world that use sport to bring about positive social change, have been announced. read more>>
Travel
Go on the rails with Rohan... it's unforgettable

Brian Berkman

With his trademark tie and starched collared shirt, Rohan Vos, the patriarch of the family that redefined luxury train travel with Rovos Rail, inspects the steam locomotive. (Videos) read more>>
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New events to diarise
Jesse Clegg live at Open Strings
Open Strings - 7 Nov 2014 Durban

Desert Rose' blooms in Jozi
JT Communications - 14 Nov 2014 Johannesburg

Tonight is the Night
Networx PR - 4 Dec 2014 to 6 Dec 2014 Cape Town

DStv Kids Xtravaganza this festive season
12 Dec 2014 to 15 Dec 2014 Johannesburg

Upcoming events
The 5th Orange Africa Mega Music Expo 2014
Jozi Media Africa - 7 Nov 2014 Johannesburg

Jesse Clegg live at Open Strings
Open Strings - 7 Nov 2014 Durban

Soulful Mindz Live concert
soulful mindz - 8 Nov 2014 Johannesburg

Platinum Fashion Festival
North West School of Design - 8 Nov 2014 Klerksdorp

Quarry Summer Concerts presents The Parlotones
Hillcrest Quarry - 9 Nov 2014 Cape Town

ABF Crazy Golf Day
ABF - 11 Nov 2014 Johannesburg

All industry news

Government
    More calls for citizens to "mobilise against crime"
    NYDA welcomes age restrictions on free housing
    Silo collapse results in load shedding across SA - More Matshediso

    Mining
      Transnet dumps coal terminal for now - Andiswa Maqutu
      RARE awarded turnkey pipeline project in Zambia
      Kibali Gold Project scoops top prize at DRC Mining Industry Awards

      CSI
        Vuma103FM taxi driver campaign rewards responsible driving
        Breadline Africa celebrates 21 years of working for children
        Cycle tour changes a life in fight against crime

        Finance
          SA government 'notes' ratings downgrade by Japan
          Trustco appoints BNY Mellon as depository bank
          Alternatives to bank loans for financing small enterprises - Steven Cohen

          Agriculture
            Aquaculture research collaboration responds to real challenges facing abalone farmers
            Young Farmer of the Year 2014 announced
            New academic collaboration develops curricula in aquaculture, fisheries science

            Building
              Tanzania to start major port construction in 2015
              SRK Consulting extends African footprint

              GreenBiz
                South Africa pushing ahead with carbon tax - Happy Masondo
                Standard Bank ranks 19th in top greenest banks list
                Promethium Carbon geared to conduct pilot carbon offset trade

                HR & Recruitment
                  [BizCareers] How to tackle contract and discrimination issues - Juliette Attwell
                  Digital leadership is critical - Peter Drube
                  Deloitte Challenge winners announced

                  Legal
                    2014 African Legal Awards winners announced
                    Change in BCEA can lead to claims against employers - Professor Paul Benjamin
                    Court rules in favour of M-Systems

                    Property
                      Pam Golding launches residential property index
                      Rawson offers free training seminars to general public
                      Effective asset management is key to success

                      Education
                        Our teachers the future - Graeme Bloch
                        How to not squander skills development budgets - Gizelle McIntyre
                        Lights go off, matric finals go on

                        Tourism
                          Volvo Ocean Race Village offially opens in Cape Town
                          SETE 2014 comes to an end
                          Cape Town Tourism signs partnership with CoCT

                          ICT
                            Key findings of Dell's International Tablet Survey
                            Online transactions make users feel vulnerable
                            Software AG commits to GovTech

                            Logistics
                              Plan logistics to avoid bottleneck deliveries - Shane de Beer

                              Lifestyle & Entertainment
                                Ibiza World Tour heads for SA

                                Automotive
                                  VW takes top honours in rental and leasing
                                  Benefits of self-driving vehicles are significant
                                  New vehicle sales rise 4.9% y/y to 59‚384 units in October
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