Features - Editor - 25 December 2006
Volkswagen South Africa was established in Uitenhage in 1946. Uitenhage is a small industrial town that is located on the outskirts of the city of Port Elizabeth, on the Garden Route, in the Eastern Cape. The very first Volkswagen Beetle rolled off the production line on 31 August 1951 and this little car was the beginning to a successful reign within the South African vehicle industry. Volkswagen South Africa’s market share has doubled since the 1980’s, and has become a major vehicle manufacturer within South Africa.
Features - Editor - 18 December 2006
South Africa boasts 7 World Heritage Sites, recognized as sites of important cultural, natural and historical value. One of these natural heritage areas is Vredefort Dome in South Africa's Free State Province. The oldest and biggest meteorite impact zone worldwide, Vredefort Dome is a fascinating feature that tourists should make an effort to see.
Features - Editor - 11 December 2006
South Africa's Finance Minister, Trevor Manuel, addressed the nation on Wednesday 24 October 2006 regarding the country's budget for the 2010 Soccer World Cup. Fifteen billion rands has been allocated by the government for stadium construction and the improvement of infrastructure in preparation for the eagerly awaited 2010 FIFA World Cup.
Features - Editor - 04 December 2006
Every year thousands of South African’s pack up and get ready to head to the coast where they plan to spend lazy days lying on the sand after nights filled with endless entertainment. It is the South African way to celebrate Christmas and it sees the population of coastal cities swell enormously during the holiday season. This year certainly wont be any different and while parents stress about high road accident ratios and bustling throngs of people, youngsters and young adults will most likely be looking forward to the Go Summer Tour.
Features - Editor - 27 November 2006
Mention the word bat and people begin conjuring up images of dark, evil, frightening creatures who suck your blood. Misconceptions placed on bats have certainly not made them popular, however, bats play a vital role in biodiversity and in the sustainability of the environment. South Africa boasts some 7 fruit-eating bat species as well as 65 insectivorous bat species.
Features - Editor - 20 November 2006
If you’re looking for the ultimate holiday resort in South Africa, look no further than the internationally acclaimed Sun City resort. This spectacular holiday destination features a plethora of activities which have been carefully chosen so as to offer guests the most diverse and entertaining experience possible. If you were only going to visit one place whilst in South Africa, Sun City would be a most enjoyable choice.
Features - Editor - 13 November 2006
If there was an ancient legend regarding flying man-eating sharks, the Great Whites of False Bay would definitely lie at the heart of the fable. These incredibly massive hunters of the deep blue sea have been catapulted into the international limelight through a National Geographic documentary which explores their unusual hunting techniques.
Features - Editor - 06 November 2006
Diamonds have long been a sought after treasure – for their monetary worth but also for their aesthetic value. These pretty pieces of crystalline carbon have become the ultimate paradox for many a man, causing them to give up a reasonably comfortable life in favour of hard work and the hope of possible riches which are seldom attained. South Africa has had a long-standing reputation as a leading producer of two of the world’s most valuable commodities – diamonds and gold.
