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The BeginnersThe Up & ComingThe Best & BrightestThe Maestros

www.cometsa.co.za

www.samtsima.com

Cometsa Mafrika Band

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13 Somer Street, Klopper Park, 1601,

Gauteng, South Africa.

www.cometsa.co.za

callcentre@cometsa.co.za

PO Box 31429 Braamfontein 2017,

Tel: +27 11 974-9308

Fax: +27 11 974-5612

A division of Tsima Cometsa Management

(Reg. No. 1997/008310/23)

Background

Founder

Vision

Cometsa Mafrika Band was launched on the 20 January 2007, at Klopper Park Community Hall, Kruin Str,Klopper Park, during the Cometsa Nexus 2007 live show. We are operating from Ekurhuleni MetropolitanCouncil in Gauteng Province, SouthAfrica.

Cometsa Mafrika Band was established by thePresident/Executive Chairman of Cometsa, Sam Tsima.He has always been passionate about developmentwork. This love for development work became evidentduring his early years while growing up at the smallvillage of Moripane, Jane Furse, Limpopo Province.

Sam experienced individual, community andorganizations being transformed through developmentprogrammes, over years. Sam was a beneficiary ofdevelopment programmes, notably a scholarship fromthe South African Council of Churches, www.sacc.co.zaat high school, and Carl Duisberg Gesellschaft e.V. inGermany, which has now transferred its programmes tothe Internationale Weiterbildung und Entwicklung

gGmbH, www.inwent.org . He has now established hisSam Tsima Foundation 2007, www.samtsima.com , to make sure that the commercial interests of CometsaMafrika Band and other Cometsa enterprises do not overshadow the development work that he is sopassionate about.

From the Beginners to the Maestros we stand for the bigger vision of the Cometsa Group: The Mind - TheJourney - The Destiny. We apply our to the that takes us to our

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minds journey destiny

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Cometsa “RELEASE” Concept

Categories

The formation of Cometsa Mafrika Band did not happen by chance. It was formed as part of implementing thenow famous Cometsa “RELEASE” Concept of life balance for the Cometsa Group.

At Cometsa we believe in the slogan “Body, Mind and Soul”. That meansthat a healthy mind in a healthy body will results in a healthy soul.

Cometsa Mafrika Development Agency develops talent inmodern, traditional, and global entertainment and music.

Our country, South Africa, has got the best weather in the world. As a result theleisure industry holds great future for the country.

All our projects and programmes are done to support the education of ourmembers and the people of SouthAfrica. Education is the central part of our programmes

South Africans are naturally gifted in arts. We would like to make surethat this gift is enhanced and preserved.

Cometsa was founded through sport, soccer to be specific, and grew into areas ofthe RELEASE concept. Sport will remain key mobilization instrument for our organization.Cometsa Sports Development Agency makes sure that we grow our activities in all thesporting codes.

We teach our members to learn to take care of theirenvironments and the surroundings. Participation in the community development projects oftheir local municipalities is a requirement by the management of Cometsa. We believe inworking together with all the Local Municipalities in the country.

Cometsa Mafrika Band is a division of Cometsa Music Enterprises. The band is made up of the followingcategories:

Cometsa Mafrika Band - The BeginnersCometsa Mafrika Band - The Up & ComingCometsa Mafrika Band - The Best & BrightestCometsa Mafrika Band - The Maestros

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R = Recreation.

E = Entertainment (incl. Music).

L = Leisure.

E = Education.

A = Arts (inc. Culture).

S = Sport.

E = Environment (incl. Community).

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Mission

Cometsa Mafrika Band Values

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Carry the vision of Cometsa to the general public. The Mind – The Journey – The DestinyBe the voice of CometsaThrills Cometsa friends and supportersPlay key role in the development and promotion of theAfrican musicGive the exposure to the youth talent in music Cometsa Mafrika BandEnsure continuous improvement and growth of our music talent Cometsa Mafrika Band

Show case the African music talent to the continent and the world (Cometsa Mafrika Band –

Delight the general music public in SouthAfrica, the continent and the world (Cometsa Mafrika Band

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We value and appreciate our diversity.

We believe that we are productive, due to the friendly and harmoniousenvironment that have created for ourselves.

Each of us is free to promote and practice his or her culture atCometsa Mafrika Band, as long as this is done without undermining other band members' cultures.

Everything we do, we do with absolute professionalism. We donot tolerate mediocrity.

We challenge each other to come up with new methods, tactics andthinking patterns.

We do not believe in performing tasks just to meet the deadlines or justto complete them. We believe in being economical in performing our tasks. A Resource, Equipmentsand Infrastructure Management are one of the management functions in our organizations,especially in the sport clubs. We teach it in our monthly Leadership Development Programme.

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Best & Brightest)

The Maestros)

Promotion of diversity.

Creation of harmony.

Inter-cultural understanding.

Entrenchment of professionalism.

Encouragement of creativity.

Commitment to efficiency.

Music genre

Development, Charity Work and volunteer support

Target markets

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Afro – JazzAfro - TraditionalAfro – SoulAfro - Poetic (collaboration with Cometsa Nexus Poetry Network)Afro - GospelAfro - InstrumentalVariety

Development and charity work is done in partnership with Sam Tsima Foundation 2007,www.samtsima.com . The band strives to support the fund raising initiatives of the foundation.To support our initiatives, you are welcome to join Cometsa Friends & Supporters Club. Contact theclub at callcentre@cometsa.co.za

Corporate, and Chambers of Commerce functionsCommunity eventsOrganizations functionsHigh profile weddingsPerforming for celebritiesFund raising shows and dinnersTelevision and radio live showsCometsa Nexus NetworkGovernment awareness campaignsForeign embassies and consulates functions

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Production

Distribution

Talent identification and engagement of artists

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The band produces its music at Cometsa Music Studios ( a division of Cometsa Music Enterprises)

The band distributes its music products through

Cometsa Music Enterprises(Cometsa Mobile Music, and Cometsa Music Shop), Cometsa NexusEnterprises (live sessions), Cometsa Sport Enterprises, Cometsa Friends & Supporters Club,Cometsa Friends & SupportersAgency,

Cometsa Music Direct Marketing (a division of Cometsa Music Enterprises): and viaCometsa Website www.cometsa.co.za ; callcentre@cometsa.co.za

Cometsa Mafrika DevelopmentAgency development initiativesMembership with Cometsa Friends & Supporters ClubAuditions conducted by Cometsa Music EnterprisesSigning of Memorandum of Understanding with Cometsa Mafrika BandSigning of band member agreement with Cometsa Mafrika Bnad

Band Members profile

Thokozani Paul Tshabalala

Neo Mothapo

Dineo Matau

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Position in the Band/Instrument: Band Leader / Bass GuitaristHighest qualification: B Com 3rd YearCurrent profession/job: StudentHobbies: Music

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Music

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Play at church every Sunday and usually invited at large gatherings like weddings and concerts.Also worked with Kate adeveloping artist at SABC.

: I played piano and drums for few years before learning bass(my favorite instrument) Interest in music started in high school were Iplayed piano for talent show contestants.I believe that music is a unique way of expressing what you feel.

: i am a strong believer in Jesus Christ and I know I can do all things through him who strengthens me. Every deep sound thatcomes out of my favorite instrument bass, gives glory to him.

I believe I am a good leader, I currently a youth leader at my church, I was a student Christian fellowship leader in high school and Ihave captained many soccer teams in my short soccer carrier. Apart from being a bassist I am studying towards being a chartered accountantalthough I am not a bright student, I managed to get the required marks.

: I see myself making a difference in the S.A music industry and creating good music not just music that sells. I would also like toentertain people with good music and most of all give glory to my creator for the gift he has given me.

I'm just an ordinary shy guy loving music and weight lifting on entertaining my self

Play at church and concerts.

I am a believer in God and i know with him nothing is impossible & my parents and friends are my motivation in all things. Ibelieve everyone's life has a purpose & that is to live for God, because he made us for him and also life is a very special gift & so the time wehave should be spent on the important things and music is part of it.

is to work smart to succeed & I drive everything with passion and love. I believe in using every opportunity that comes my way

In at least five years time I want to see my self working for a successful company doing the profession I am studying for andmaking the best music in the country.

I started singing in primary school and when I got to high school I was involved in the school choir.

I joined cometsa mafrika band and joining the band helped me realize that one can take music as a career or even some formof entertainment. It also made me realize that if you can dream it then you can live it.

I am inspired by my parents and friends and most of all God.

If you are a go getter then you will always be a getter no matter what may come your way.

With Cometsa I see it bringing opportunities and helping me become better person not only individually but in terms of working with otherpeople and sharing ideas.

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Position in the Band/Instrument: PianistHighest qualification: 2nd Year marketingCurrent profession/job: N/AHobbies: Weight Lifting and Music

Position in the Band/Instrument: VocalistHighest qualification: Grade 10Current profession/job: StudentHobbies: Debating, Reading and Singing

Thabiso Mothapo

Nokuthula Sibongile Tshabalala

Joelrich Matau

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Position in the Band/Instrument: DrummerHighest qualification: Fitting & Turning EngineeringCurrent profession/job: Laser CraftCurrent Employer: Obert GamaHobbies: Weight Lifting & Writing

Position in the Band/Instrument: VocalistHighest qualification: IT Diploma in ProgrammingCurrent profession/job: ITTechnical Support LearnershipHobbies: Chess, Sudoku & Music

I am a simple funny guy who likes jokes. I play music in the church, at weddings and concerts. I am inspired by my friends and family, and mostof all the love of God. It inspires me to wake up and do something. My future plan is to be a good drummer and own a business.

After passing my matric in 2005 I went to do Introduction to IT at Ekurhuleni West College. I then joined Teccom TrainingCollege to acquire a Diploma in Computer Programming. In 2007 I did a learnership with ISETT SETA, Paracon and Jonda.

My whole life is centred around art and intelligence. If I were another girl, I would have chosen to go for designing. But because of my obstinatenature, I opted for a daring career said to be “Men's world”.Although it is said that women are less likely to survive this industry, my observationshave me believing that I will make it. My association with Jesus gives me enough courage to outstand male intimidation, and it has shaped mycharacter into being dignified. This put men at desirable arm's length.

My music life was established at the Church. I have performed at different functions with different local bands.

I am inspired by the young people who look up to me as their role model. It makes me feel valuable to the society.

In ten years time, I see myself holding a managerial position in an IT department, driving a hot car, owning a reasonable estateand if God blesses me enough, I want to have a loving Christian family of four.

I was born an artist and will certainly die one; and that's my reason for joining COMETSA.

I am an outgoing individual that has a very high interest in the entertainment world especially music in all its different divisions egProduction, Composing, Singing and etcOne other interest I have is Information Technology but music is my first love.I also have a lot of involvement in our community as I believe that my growth has to grow within my community and its people. Entertainmenthas always been my way of expressing me as a young person especially in the fields of music, sound engineering and events as I am an eventco-coordinator.

My involved in music started in Primary school (Igagasi Primary School) as I have been highly active in the School Choirright through High school (Bedfordview High School) as I got a certificate for long loyal service.I also got a chance to perform a duet at the Eisteddfod in High School and managed to get a Silver certificate for my performance and long loyalservice.

I am inspired by all people that believe in themselves and have faith in their positive sides. My greatest inspiration is myselfand my drive to learn new things every second of my life and the God upstairs.

I would like to see myself as one of the youngest male with the biggest achievements, being an inspiration and live up to myname. Help people succeed through my gifts and blessings from God as we are blessed to bless others.I would like to have my own brand one day, something that I believe in and will help others reach their destiny.To be a successful businessman in the different sectors that I see myself.

This is a big Brand allowing young people to engage themselves in different various departments ofEntertainment including Music, such as Our Mobile Music, Music shops, distribution and Publishing of our music and many other departmentsthat one would like to engage themselves as our music enterprise is a dependant enterprise, a all in one package

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Position in the Band/Instrument: Sound Engineer / Vocalist / Band DJ /Head of Cometsa Music EnterprisesHighest qualification: Grade 12Current profession/job: Events Coordinator, Sound Engineer & DJHobbies: Singing & Weight Lifting

Thembelihle Mkwanazi

Themba Mofokeng

Thami Maliza

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Position in the Band/Instrument: VocalistHighest qualification: Grade 11Current profession/job: StudentHobbies: Singing, Going to Church, Debating and Student Counceling

Position in the Band/Instrument: DrummerHighest qualification: Grade 12Current profession/job: StudentHobbies: Music

Position in the Band/Instrument:Assistant Sound EngineerHighest qualification: Grade 12Current profession/job: Student, Sound Engineering, Sound of Sounds,Braamfontein, JHBHobbies: Poetry, Music

I grew up in the township in Soweto (Pimville) with my two older brothers. Having to grow up in the township was quite an exciting experience forme, because I could learn a lot from different people from different walks of life.I would describe myself a very ambitious young person and I believe in myself a lot. I love surrounding myself with positive people, because Ibelieve that every one of us needs strong positivity in order to make it in life. I am also very outgoing and I love experiencing different things. I amone person who believes that I can do anything in life just as long as I am determined.I have always loved singing from a vey young age and always believed that I could make it one day, start taking it as a career. As I grew andreached the high school years, I changed my mind, because I thought that it could never put food on my table. I later considered physiotherapyand chose all the necessary subjects. I get a lot of support from my family and friends, encouraging me to study very hard in order to achieve mydreams. Then I got introduced to Cometsa by a friend at my school. She said that I should join Cometsa and that it would be a great opportunityfor me. I jumped immediately when I heard that it was a band. I was very excited, because I love music a lot. My first ever great experience wasbeing behind the microphone. There was a lot of positivity and warmth. I remember when I just could not wait for the next rehearsals because Iloved it.I have to say that Cometsa opened my eyes in a way that I started to realize that I can actually start preparing for my future now. I have alwaysseen such things as things I could consider at a later stage in my life. I must say that I feel grown up now and not only because I am arounddetermined young people but because we all aim on achieving our dreams.As an individual who believes a lot in myself and always hungry for new things, then I think Cometsa is a good platform for achieving mydreams. I enjoyed my first ever performance at the Central Johannesburg College (Parktown Campus) on the 28 November 2008 and couldnot believe my ability.After that I believe that Cometsa definitely has a lot in store for me and I appreciate it.

I love socializing and making jokes, inspired by joyous bands since I play music. My motto is to put God first. My future plan is to play musicprofessionally. My past performances were at the Church, Makheti Band and Churchili Singer.God inspires me. He gave me the talent and I must give glory to him. Joyous Celebration live performances inspire me to improve my skills.

I like having control of my life. Living a simple life and having what I inspire to be with fulfilling my dreams.

My dreams and the drive for a good life, Seeing my future in what I am doing through my career.

Having a job in a studio environment and showing the skills I have in recording situations. Making a career of my passion formusic and Dj’ing.

: The late Mfanafuthi (AKAKhabzela). The strength of my mother Dimakakso Maliza.

There is growth in the band and potential to bring something new.

Make things happen - GO BIG, OR GO HOME!If there’s no way, make a way.

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Position in the Band/Instrument: PianistHighest qualification: N5 Diploma, Electrical EngineeringCurrent profession/job: Student in N5 Diploma Electrical Engineering, EkurhuleniWest CollegeHobbies: Playing Piano, Going to Church

Position in the Band/Instrument: VisualArtHighest qualification: Grade 12Current profession/job: Student in VisualArtHobbies:Art Work, Going to Church and Socializing

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I am a meticulous and self motivated person. I believe I'm gifted technically and musically.

God's purpose is one thing that inspires me, because I believe that one needs to have a vision and a purpose in order tomake it in life. I am motivated by people who have love for the things they do.

I would like to own my own electrical company and I want to have my own studio.

I am a gifted person in art and my art contains drawings, paintings and prints. I love art because I can send messages to thecommunity through art.

I have been involved in various community projects such as murals where we drew walls to help fight against women andchild abuse. I also went to Free State for murals where we were promoting gender equality

My pictures are inspired mainly by God’s word through the bible and they link well with other forms of art like poetry andmusic. I usually turn the lyrics of a song to an image so that it makes more sense.

: My dream is to see myself going abroad and telling the whole world and changing it through art.

Cometsa Mafrika DJs

Cometsa Nexus Poets

Cometsa Mafrika DJs are separately bookable, although are mostof the times incorporated in the performances of Cometsa MafrikaBand. The main object of Cometsa Mafrika DJs is the provision oflive music entertainment at the customer’s locations/venues. TheCometsa Mafrika DJs music entertainment specialists assess thecustomer needs and the venues to determine the combination ofmusic entertainment offerings appropriate for the event, whichcould be independent performance by Cometsa Mafrika DJs orjoint performance with Cometsa Mafrika Band and CometsaNexus Poets. Cometsa Mafrika DJs music equipments cannot behired in loose pieces. We only hire out the complete system,unless the customer has own DJ system and requires only DJs

andsound engineer.

Cometsa Mafrika DJs equipments for hire cannot be dispatched without Cometsa’s own sound engineer.This condition cannot be waved. The cost of the sound engineer is included in the main hiring price as aseparate item.

Cometsa Mafrika Band can also be accompanied by a number of CometsaNexus Poets, depending on the customer’s needs. Poetry has become keycomponent of our “RELEASE” Concept. It is used to inspire our band and theaudience with penetrating messages. The members of Cometsa NexusPoets are developed by Cometsa Mafrika Development Agency. The poetshave to be the members of Cometsa Friends & Supporters Club before theycould be selected to participate under Cometsa Nexus Poets.

Support

Booking the band

Cometsa Mafrika Band was established with the help of Sam Tsima Foundation 2007

www.samtsima.com

Contact details, if you would like to book the band for live performances:

General ManagerCometsa Music Enterprises

PO Box 31429Braamfontein

2017

callcentre@cometsa.co.za ;+27 11 974 9308

+27 11 974 5612; cell +27 84 736 3206

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