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IT'S all systems go in the football world this month: on the same weekend, Soccerex opens in Sandton and the Confederations Cup Draw takes place.

Timbuktu manuscripts in Jozi

THOUSANDS of ancient manuscripts in Timbuktu speak of Africa's intellectual past. The race is now on to conserve these vital documents, some of which are on exhibition in Joburg.

When Life Happens focuses on Aids

ARTS and culture will be used to draw attention to the HIV and Aids pandemic, with a focus on education and raising awareness.

Sports Heroes set off for Kimberley

A GROUP of Sports Heroes set off on a gruelling 1 500km walk to Northern Cape, from Soweto's Maponya Mall, to raise funds for charity.

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Joburg welcomes Miss World

THE 112 Miss World contestants made their first appearance in fine style at a black tie banquet held to welcome them to the city.

		Party for disabled kids CITY Parks threw its annual Christmas party for disabled children at the Nkanyezi Stimulation Centre in Soweto. It also marked International Day of Disabled Persons.

		Hamba kahle, Mama Africa THE great voice is silent as Miriam Makeba makes the final journey home. After decades of song, Makeba has taken her last bow.

		Local flavour for Nutcracker CHRISTMAS would not be Christmas without a production of The Nutcracker. This year, a South African twist has been given to the well-loved ballet.