If you are traveling on business or on holiday in South Africa in a Cabs Car Hire vehicle over the next few months here are but a few of the International Cricket and Super XV rugby fixtures that you might want to attend for some rest and recreation.

The Pakistani cricket team is winding up its tour to the RSA with a series of 6 one day international (ODI) matches set down as follows:- These are the last international cricket matches of the summer before the Proteas leave for the United Kingdom and the T20 World Cup in June. Alongside these exciting cricket fixtures are the local Super XV Rugby Union fixtures involving teams from the RSA, Australia & New Zealand, in what is arguably the toughest provincial rugby union competition in the world today. The fixtures into the immediate future are as follows:

A note from our fines department:

"WHY WAS I CHARGED AFTER ALL THESE MONTHS WITH NO NOTIFICATION?"

This is he question that we answer on a daily basis and we would like to take this opportunity to give you an explanation.
In South Africa we have various municipalities which deal with the traffic offences in their area and each municipality works independently.
The process from the actual day of offence to the day that we receive the traffic fine in the post can take from 1 week to 6 months and sometimes longer if we had not received any notices prior to the Summons which is delivered to our office personally.
We deal with thousands of traffic fines on a monthly basis and each fine has a payment date or court date so we start our prcedures promptly to avoid further prosecution.
Unfortunately, due to the vast amount of fines, we are unable to contact each client to inform them of this charge which is why we forewarn our clients of our procedure with a bright red stamp on the rental agreement on the day of delivery.

Hermanus is known as the best land-based whale watching destination in the world. This year will be the celebration of 21 years as the only enviro-arts festival in South Africa. It will include music, great food, sports events, kids entertainment and more.

The sports schedule will include the Two Oceans Hermanus Whale Festival Old Harbour Open Water Swim on Sunday 30th September. There will be strict supervision from the NSRI. Medals will be given to all finishers and cash prizes for 1st,2nd and 3rd.
The sports schedule also includes the Cliff Path Night Run from Grotto Beach to New Harbour on 03 October, Mtb Challenges - Curro School on 06 October and Trail Runs - Curro School.

Thousands of people gather to witness and enjoy this spectacular event with the Whales being the star performers.

The excitement of Vodacom Durban July Day surpasses that of any other event on the African continent. With over 55 000 people expected on course and millions of others around the country taking serious bets or having their annual flutter, the totes and bookmakers will be under tremendous pressure dealing with the estimated R200-million betting splurge.

Racing News

A total of 153 nominations have been received by Gold Circle for the five supporting features to the R3-million, Grade 1 Vodacom Durban July and there is not a thoroughbred in the country worth his or her salt that is not making a bid for inclusion in the meeting.

Apart from the big race itself, the highlight of the day could see the clash of the brilliant fillies Ebony Flyer, Princess Victoria, Mombasa, Trinity House, Frequent Flyer and Thunder Dance, among others, in the R500 000, Grade 1 Jonsson Workwear Garden Province Stakes over 1 600m. Ebony Flyer is the highest rated filly having won eight of her 11 starts including the Majorca Stakes and the South African Fillies Sprint in her last two starts while Princess Victoria, with an identical record of eight from 11, showed her brilliance having won the Cape Fillies Guineas, the Poinsettia Stakes and the Tibouchina Stakes in her last five starts.

CABS Car Hire was the official car rental sponsor for Comrades Marathon 2011 – 2012, The Ultimate Human Race.

Whilst runners prepared themselves for the gruelling 89 kilometre run from Pietermaritzburg to Durban on the 3rd of June 2012, the staff of CABS Car Hire KZN, were preparing themselves for an extremely busy weekend.

5 Fully branded vehicles took to the stage during the race, taking care of the transportation requirements of some of the many CMA officials. It has been an honour to be associated with a huge event such as Comrades and to be able to assist in a small way with the many requirements needed by such a large organisation to pull off this remarkable international event.

Make sure that 24 - 27 May 2012 at the CTICC in Cape Town is diarised as South Africa's biggest "Good Food & Wine Show" makes its mark on the social calendar as the quintessential authority of all things gourmet. This event, set to astound thousands of visitors with the latest trends from around the world, boasts an impressive line-up of award- winning celebrity chefs, workshops and tastings.

Big name chefs as seen on DStv including Buddy Valastro, star of the smash TLC hit reality television show, The Cake Boss; winner of MasterChef America, Whitney Miller; BBC lifestyle celebrity chef, Valentine Warner, Michelin star, Italian heart throb Giorgio Locatelli; Food Network's Spice Price of India, Reza Mohammad and celebrity chef , Ariana Bundy who has cooked for Tom Hanks, Nicole Kidman; Brad Pitt and Madonna; will bring their fresh ideas and flamboyant personalities to a wide variety of interactive workshops, tastings and book signings.

New for 2012, are the VIP packages which will enable visitors to enjoy the Good Food & Wine Show in style. The VIP pass includes: fast track entry into the Good Food & Wine Show; admission into the MTN VIP lounge, including canapés and beverages; a Show guide; meet 'n greet opportunity with one of the visiting celebrity chefs' and the opportunity to download the chefs' recipes onto your mobile right there at the Show.

INDABA is one of the largest tourism marketing events on the African calendar and one of the top three ‘must visit’ events of its kind on the global calendar.

It showcases the widest variety of Southern Africa's best tourism products, and attracts international visitors and media from across the world. INDABA is owned by South African Tourism and organised by Witch & Wizard Creative (Pty) Ltd.

For two years in a row, INDABA has won the award for Africa’s best travel and tourism show. This award was presented by the Association of World Travel Awards.

INDABA is a four day trade event that attracts well over 13000 delegates from the travel tourism and related industries.

The Rand Show plans to deliver a Great Day Out, every day, during its 11 day period and deliver non-stop entertainment throughout. This year we will be taking the entertainment to the audience, deliver continual activities on stage and provide an unforgettable experience to entice and enthral.

Some Highlights Include:

Arts Festival: A highlight package of theatre created to showcase some of the most popular productions from the rich talent sourced at the various arts festivals nationally. There will also be several new productions on the boards as well as a comedy festival. The Arts Festival will not only engage lovers of thespian arts but also entice a new audience and instill a love for the performing arts.

Outdoor Film Festival / Bollywood Film Festival: The Joburg Easter Festival will host the largest LCD screen outdoor cinema on the continent during the show. Here new releases, old favourites and a Bollywood Film Festival will deliver the ultimate cinematic experience, in surround sound, in the main arena.

Rock and Pop Music Festival: Already a tradition at the Expo Centre, this annual event showcases prime South African talent and attracts thousands of visitors each year.

When: Saturday, 11 February 2012

Venue : Kenilworth Racecourse

Date : 28 January 2012

The 35th J&B Met is a Gold Circle Horseracing Event that takes place on the last Saturday of every year, this year being Saturday 28 January at the Kenilworth Racecourse in Cape Town.

The J&B Met is a gathering of the rich and famous, the groovers and movers, the fashion junkies and the thousands who seek to enjoy the intensity of life. This is an event different to all others brought to you by a whiskey that’s equally different. It is J&B’s unique heritage that has inspired the ‘Made different’ theme for this year’s J&B Met. With a history of challenging convention, from its bright yellow label and green bottle to its unique blend of 42 whiskeys, J&B has always been made different.

Race Date: Sunday, 11 March 2012

Start: Hertzog Boulevard, Cape Town

Finish: Western Boulevard, Green Point, Cape Town

The week leading up to the cycle tour is a particularly busy one for Cape Town with visitors from all over South Africa and abroad.  As a visitor to Cape Town over the cycle tour period it is advisable to make your car hire reservation as far in advance as possible. March is still peak holiday season - and the race weekend always brings on an influx of more visitors to the city.

“Any fool can criticize, condemn, and complain but it takes character and self control to be understanding and forgiving. " - Dale Carnegie

Cabs recognises and embraces the need to lend a helping hand to our community.

The South African youth are the future of this incredible country. CABS cares by contributing to the generation of the future.

Sakhumzi Centre for Abandoned Children is a safety haven for abandoned children. The humble beginnings of this sanctuary originated 35 years ago when Amelia Poswa (also known as “Mamma Amelia” took on her first homeless child).

Over the years many hundreds of children have been provided with more than just the basics of food, shelter, clothing and education. They have been blessed with the love, guidance and attention that's so essential to growing children if they're to lead normal, healthy lives and become productive members of our society.

When booking a vehicle through CABS Car Hire, proceeds from your bookings go to this charity, to which thousands of Rands have been happily donated over the years. CABS Car Hire and their Staff further assists by the service & repair of the Homes vehicles, utilities and computers. Old clothes are continuously collected throughout the year and handed over for use by the children.

Events

Gonubie Christmas Fair

When: Friday, 16 December 2011 to Sunday, 18 December 2011
Where: Gonubie, East London - Gonubie Sports Fields, Main Road, Gonubie
Info: The Annual Gonubie Christmas Fair will take place on the Sports Fields in Gonubie. This fair offers fun events which will keep everyone entertained! Local charity organizations will be raising much needed funds.

New Years Festival of Lights

When: Saturday, 31 December 2011 at 20h00
Where: Nieu-Bethesda
Info: This is an inspirational community event which is run every year by the Centre. A great symbol of hope and beauty, the parade crosses cultural and religious barriers in a joyous festivity.

Events

Shongweni Farmers Christmas Market

When: Friday, 16 December 2011
Where: Gillitts
Info: The Shongweni Farmers Market is held yearly on the 16th of December in Gillitts, Durban where hand-made crafts and Christmas décor will be available.

KwaZulu Weavers Summer Holiday 23km Run and Walk

When: Dates to be confirmed (Sunday, 18 December 2011)
Where: Bergville
Info: A scenic 10km climb out of Bergville will prove tricky but the hard work will be rewarded with beautiful views of the mountains

Events:

Wheels for Christmas

When: Dates to be confirmed (Monday, 05 December 2011) from 12h00 to 14h00
Where: Randburg - The Brightwater Commons, Republic Road, Randburg
Info: Head down to the Brightwater Commons in Randburg on 5 December 2011 where they will be presenting Wheels for Christmas - The Largest Gathering of Santa Clauses on wheels. Arrive on wheels and dress up in your best Santa gear, it's all for a good cause!

Christmas Concert With A Difference

When: Dates to be confirmed (Monday, 05 December 2011)
Where: Muckleneuk, Pretoria - ZK Matthews Great Hall, UNISA Main Campus, Pretoria
Info: In Pretoria this concert has become a custom on the Christmas calendar and will be presented on 5 December 2011 starting at 15h00.

Events:

CANSA Relay For Life Mitchell's Plain

When: Saturday, 03 December 2011
Where: Mitchells Plain, Cape Flats
Info: To bring together the communities of the Cape, The Cancer Association of South Africa has embarked on a motivated project in the fight against cancer. The relay (representing hope) is a fun-filled family day.

Old Mutual Summer Sunset Concerts

When: 20 Nov 2011 - 01 Apr 2012
Where: Kirstenbosch Gardens, Newlands
Info: This features a series of outdoor live music concerts. From jazz, R&B, hip hop, folk, rock to big band swing the concerts appeal to all ages and tastes.

't Weyntjes Huys offers luxury self catering accommodation in one or two bedroom cottages - breakfast optional and B&B accommodation in an en-suite guest room - breakfast included.

t Weyntjes Huys is situated in Sunset Beach, Cape Town. Only 100 meters from the beautiful Atlantic Ocean with stunning views of Table Mountain and Robben Island. The guest house offers convenient access to central Cape Town, the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Table Mountain, the Cape Winelands and one of the biggest shopping centers in Africa and is within walking distance of the Bus Rappid Transport System (BRT).

“Concern for man and his fate must always form the chief interest of all technical endeavors … Never forget this in the midst of your diagrams and equations." ~ Albert Einstein

Cabs recognises and embraces the need to lend a helping hand to our community.

The South African youth are the future of this amazing country. CABS cares by contributing to the generation of the future.

Sakhumzi Centre for Abandoned Children is a safety haven for abandoned children. The humble beginnings of this sanctuary originated 35 years ago when Amelia Poswa (also known as “Mamma Amelia” took on her first homeless child).

Over the years many hundreds of children have been provided with more than just the basics of food, shelter, clothing and education. They have been blessed with the love, guidance and attention that's so essential to growing children if they're to lead normal, healthy lives and become productive members of society.

This forms the7th Rugby World Cup where the titans clash in the epic game. What an exhilarating and breathtaking opening ceremony. There were goose bumps all round!

Some fast facts:

• Largest sporting event ever to be held in New Zealand
• The event costs about NZ$310 million to run and to generate NZ$280 million in ticket sales
• The Rugby World Cup lasts for 45 days
• 12 match venues
• 48 matches
• 900 players and support staff
• 5,500 volunteers
• 10,000 catering staff
• Teams bring 80 tonnes of freight (equivalent to 20 African elephants)
• 97,800 meals are eaten at team hotels
• 1 million punnets of chips are sold at stadia
• 300,000 glasses are required for stadia
• 1,388 match balls are needed for 48 matches and training
• 60,000 personnel are accredited including players, media, catering staff, security, VIPs
• 121,540 bed nights are booked for the official needs of Tournament (equivalent to 332 years)
• 9,000 international and domestic flights booked for teams, officials and others flying to and around New Zealand
• Busses and cars are being hired representing 8,870 vehicle hire days

Discussions are taking place to discuss ways to stem the growth rhino poaching. Almost 300 of these majestic creatures have been killed so far this year.

The arrests which have taken place are linked to syndicates in Vietnam.

Since January this year, 279 animals have been killed for their horns in parks around the country, according to figures by the National Parks authorities.

Poaching wiped out 333 rhinos last year in South Africa, up from 13 in 2007.