What is Jabulani? A Zulu word representing a simple, open kind of happiness, Jabulani comes about from a smile or a moment when you feel good. Zulu is one of South Africa's eleven official languages and is also one that is most often spoken. Over ten years ago, a small group of South Africans founded what is known today as Jabulani, a social organisation with a combination of old world charm and new world spirit. The purpose of Jabulani has always been to support and maintain a gateway for South Africans and friends of South Africa in Thailand. With the support of the South African-Thai Chamber of Commerce, South African Embassy and several other international chambers of commerce, organisations and societies, Jabulani coordinates social activities and networking opportunities for men and women working in Asia Pacific. Managed by a committee of volunteers nominated to arrange activities for members and their families, Jabulani, remains a social organisation, open to all South Africans and friends of or those interested in South Africa. All nationalities are welcome to join any jabulani activities and are invited to become members.
Upcoming Activities
Book Club Next Friday; 10th November 2006 at 11am (light lunch will be served) Everyone is welcome! The Jabulani chairlady is our host this month. RSVP: Lyn at alanlyn.bradley@gmail.com An African Xmas in Bangkok 26th Nov. 11.30am at Livingstone’s (Suk 33) BBQ charging Bht 400 / adult, Bht 250 for children under 10 to include soft drink & icecream. Other drinks – Cash bar available – a good SA wine at Bht 850 per bottle and beer Ladies Lunch - 6th Dec. Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit – Bring a gift to the value of Bht 500 for exchange and dress in Christmas theme. Committee Meeting Friday 1st Dec. 10am at FCCT, Penthouse, Maneeya Centre, 518/5 Ploenchit Rd. (BTS : Chitlom)
Announcements
New Address for South African Embassy Floor 12 A, M-Thai Tower, All Seasons Place, No.87 Wireless Road, Prathumwan, Bangkok, 10330 Telephone and fax numbers are not yet in service. If you need to contact the embassy call 081- 934 8862 or 081-348-8473 The embassy website for more information: www.saembbkk.com Membership Fees - Urgent Membership fees for 2006 are now past due. The fee of 1,000 baht per family can be paid to any of the Committee Members or deposited directly into the Jabulani bank account: Bank: Siam Commercial Bank Branch: Times Square Account Name: Jabulani , C.L. Bradley and R. Bromley Account Number: 188-201685-9 Please fax a copy of the deposit slip to either Renita 0-2229 -4749 or Lyn 0-2316-2977
Useful Links
Social Clubs & Organisations Southerners http://www.southerners-bangkok.com For sport enthusiasts Australia New Zealand Women's Group Bangkok http://www.anzwg-bangkok.org Bangkok Network of Women http://www.bnow.org
English Language Newspapers in Bangkok Bangkok Post http://www/bangkokpost.com The Nation http://www.nationmultimedia.com Pattaya Mail http://pattayamail.com
Non Profit Funds and Organisations Soi Dog Rescue http://www.soidogrescue.org
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