UK: The shortlist for the South Africa Achievers Awards
Skweyiya, Pienaar make the SAAA nominee shortlist
Footballer Steven Pienaar who now plays for Everton FC has been shortlisted for a South African Achiever Award. The wife of South Africa’s High Commissioner in the UK Mrs Thuthukile Skweyiya is to be honoured with the prestigious chairman’s award.
South Africans in the UK have spoken and well over 200 nominations were received by the South African Achievers Awards for their first ever event. The nominee shortlist was announced at Global Career Company’s London office on 1st Feb 2013 at SAAA’s media launch.
On the 6th April 2013 patrons will be treated to a champagne reception, three course meal, wine, a fashion show and a great selection of entertainment by local SA artists at the prestigious Cumberland Hotel in London. The awards presentation evening, hosted by Pamela Nomvete, is set to be stylish and sophisticated affair, a real celebration South African style with the red carpet rolled out.
Full list of nominees
Business Categories
Outstanding Achievement in Business
A business person who can demonstrate a genuine passion for social issues and with a proven track record of operating a successful business enterprise
Lisa Gardshol
Legacy Ventures
Trevor Ngcobo
Paul Harrison
Kelibone Mshibe
South African Restaurant of the Year
Bringing South African Cuisine and Culture to the World
Vivat Bacchus
Shaka Zulu
Cape Town Fish Market
Bbar
Meat and Co.
Corporate Achievement Award
Corporate employee who is not only achieving Excellence in his or her own field but also giving back to the South African community
Peter Maila
Nokuzola Dyantyi
Lyndon Worrall
Tumi Letelle
Community Categories
Community Organisation
A non-profit making organisation or Social Enterprise that has worked and campaigned tireless to deliver a positive impact to the South African Community
Foodbank Foundation UK
Breadline Africa
Samkelisiwe Foundation
Rainbow LBGT
CHIVA Africa
Community Champion
Individuals who have taken upon themselves to campaign tirelessly to improve the South African Community
Artwell Mthembu
Sthembiso Mkhize
Hayley Short
Sisa Mbekeni
Shirley Lindy Kula
Outstanding Achievement in the Health Sector
NHS or Health Professional who is not only achieving Excellence in his or her own field but also giving back to the South African community
Karyn Moshal
Fred Nxumalo
Tholakele Mtshali
Dr Nfani Anitche
Dr Claude Botha
Personality of the Year
Influential, inspiring and in the news. From all walks of life- politicians, actors, sports stars, artists and models. Others have a lower profile but still intrigue with their determination to make their mark
Sello Thornton
Jessica Shelver
Pily Mirazi
Gcotyiswa ‘Custard’ Mdleleni
Vincent Happy Mnisi
The Arts, Culture and Sports Categories
Outstanding Achievement in Sports
Awarded for excellence in sports
Kgositsile Ntlhe
Steven Pienaar
Michael Thabo Ramabeletsa
Ernst Joubert
Outstanding Achievement in Music
Nominees should demonstrate outstanding musicianship. Preferably on a variety of instruments but vocal/singers are also included
Lee-Anne Dlamini
Njabulo Madlala
Lebo Mdluli
BlackShordy
Keitumetse Joyce Moholoagae
UK Based DJ of the Year
Nominee incorporates all the elements of showmanship into his DJ performances and takes entertainment to another level
DJ Scamtho
Voo C
Quibell Ramantswana
Mkhukhwini
Map Deejay
Outstanding Achievement in Arts and Culture
Actors, Dancers, Cultural Ambassadors who embody excellence
Zulu Tradition
Lion King SA Cast
Luyanda Jezile
Mabusi Gumede
Outstanding Achievement in Visual Arts
Awarded for excellence in visual arts
Tariq Richards
Vee Art Media
Marcus Mascwits
Friend of South Africa
Not a South African but someone who embodies the spirit of South Africa and has championed the causes of South Africans in the UK
Kathy Scott
Chairman’s Honorary Award
Special recognition that will be presented to a person who has achieved beyond all expectations and is a leading role model to the community
Thuthukile Skweyiya
Lifetime Contribution Award
An individual who has made a substantial long contribution to the South African community and a figurehead for change and progress
Pastor Nguta
Elliot Ngubane
For more details about the SAA awards visit www.saachievers.com
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