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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 their 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's sports facilitator will host a playoff or heats in age groups from 10 to 13. The criteria for selection will be guided by Jimmy and his team. One future legend will be selected from each province, and together they will be placed in a one-year incubation program to further develop their skills.

This is where these future legends’ lives become truly exciting. Once the incubation program has kicked off, these three rising stars will be flown off to Spain to watch FC Barcelona play a Champions League match live. The three finalists will also have the opportunity to be flown to Johannesburg to spend the day with Jimmy Tau and experience behind the scenes of SuperSport. The journing of these aspiring soccer stars will be documented via video diary so that everyone may share in their excitement.

According to Cherisse Erwee, the Head of Marketing for DEFY South Africa, this initiative believes that it is this commitment to the local heritage that has made DEFY the well-loved brand it is today. “It is of huge importance that DEFY, as an organisation, consistently gives back to our communities. Our ethos as a brand is to create happy, healthy and sustainable lives through constant innovation, and empowering and uplifting our youth is just one of the ways that we aim to achieve this goal.”

Watch DEFY make dreams become a reality by following the hashtag #FutureLegends. The winners will be announced in August.

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, mountains in this region are known for their ancient granite soils, dating back to over 600 million years, three times older than the soil found in Napa Valley, California^[1] – one of the world’s largest and most prominent wine producing regions.”

Van Niekerk says that traditionally Stellenbosch is famous for its white (and red) wines, which are of the highest quality, but over the years the region has started moving towards producing even more top quality red wines. “Shiraz is the most popular red wine grape planted in Stellenbosch, with Cabernet and Merlot competing for second place.”

Van Niekerk explains that it’s not only the soil and natural elements that contribute towards the quality of the wine but expert, human input too. “The winemaking process never stops, and the team producing the wines continuously monitor vineyard blocks and work with the producers to ensure that the grapes used in our wines are of the best quality. This means that we regularly visit the vineyards to ensure that the vineyards are being looked after; the vines are being monitored to ensure optimal health and pruned as necessary. It’s the perfect pairing of natural elements and expertise that result in award-winning wines.”

It can be reasoned that it is due to the combination of all these elements: soils, typography, climate, producer and winemaking team, and the growing global demand for South African wines, that Stellenbosch remains at the forefront of growth in the wine industry, adds Van Niekerk. “It is for this reason that Zonnebloem chooses to produce award-winning wines made entirely from Stellenbosch grapes. We are proud to call the entire Stellenbosch region our home as it is at the heart of classically crafted wines.”

The award-winning Zonnebloem wine can be delivered to your door when purchased online through the Vinotèque via www.vinoteque.co.za/collections/zonnebloem. Visit www.zonnebloem.co.za, www.facebook.com/zonnebloem or via Twitter @ZonnebloemZA for more information.

[1] http://winefolly.com/review/wines-south-africas-stellenbosch-district/

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 squad for only R450.00 per person, before it’s too late.

· Plan your outfit – Carry a nifty pouch or bag that zips closed to conveniently to keep your festival essentials in, such as your wallet, lip balm, sunnies, cell phone and power bank. Corona straw hats will also be sold at the venue.

· Pack your sunblock – While we chase the sun, before it slips below the horizon, it still packs a powerful punch, so be sure to lather up with sunscreen, and bring extra, just in case.

· Skip the jam! Jump into the shuttle or get an Uber with friends – have a frustration free time with your squad and opt for the Select-A-Shuttle option when purchasing your tickets or hop in an Uber to avoid the festival traffic.

See you there!

Ticket prices:

R450: General

R550: Last minute

(Prices exclude booking fees)

Tickets are exclusively available from www.corona.nutickets.co.za

For more information on the event visit: https://www.facebook.com/events/584447611907597/ and Follow #CoronaSunSetsZA

STRICTLY NO UNDER 18’s ALLOWED, AND ALL ATTENDEES WILL REQUIRE IDENTIFICATION TO ENTER THE EVENT – ONLY ORIGINAL ID BOOK/CARD, DRIVERS LICENCE CARD OR PASSPORTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.

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