Miss world and the power of social media

 A persons image and reputation is very important, as it has an impact on how people see and respect you as an individual. Your image can either break you or pave a way of success for you in the industry in which you are in. Your reputation has a way of determining your future in one way or the other. A big break turns into a nightmare for the 23 year old Wen Xioa Yu from Liaoning, China. She was crowned Miss World on the 18 August 2012.

This spectacular event was held in Ordos, China in the City of Mangolian. Wen became the center of controversy since she was crowned Miss World 2012. Her desire for the title was "When I was young I felt very lucky because so many people helped me, and I hope in the future I can help more children to feel lucky", said Wen. Sadly just after she was announced Miss World, the Social media networks like Facebook, Twitter and Miss China related articles went viral, as many people opposed her winning. Critics accused her of being rigged. Comments from people also pointed out that she won only because of favouritism. Read more

AN UNFORGETTABLE MOMENT: Miss World 2012
Wen Xioa Yu, from China
Source:www.fashionnstyle.com

Contestants for Miss World were given activities to do in order to gain points, and Wen did  not even win any of those activities. The activities and the winners for those activities were as follows:

• Modelling clothes for 1436, won by South Sudan
• Beach fashion, won by Wales
• Social media activity (to post photos), won by India
• Sports woman, won by Sweden

People complained that this is the second time Miss World was held in China and even the last time they hosted the event in 2007, the winner was from their home town. What kind of an incident is that? Another comment made it clear that the judges were no fair and wise in choosing the winner. People are saying there is no more credibility, fairness and transparency in such events. Judges should be impartial, free from prejudice, and not be affected (sic) by the screaming crowd, which the judges of Miss World 2012 did not have any of the above mentioned. 

I just wonder how Miss Yu feels about these opinions and criticisms after she thought she also deserved the title and gained it with hard work and determination. Will this affect her image in a good or bad way? Did she really deserve the title and if not, who is to blame for her winning of Miss World 2012???

A dissapointment to many

A MAN THEY WERE ALL WAITING FOR: George Michael
during his perfomance at the Olympics closing ceremony
Source:mirror.co.uk

It is not easy to start relationships, hence it is very important that once you start one you should maintain or sustain it. Many people would agree with me that when you have set a high standard, you must make sure that you do not in anyway lower that standard or disappoint the people you have made happy before.

It is quite sad and disappointing that the 2012 London Olympics Organisers failed to do that regarding the closing ceremony. With the breath-taking Opening ceremony that we all witnessed, the closing ceremony just left us tired and confused. We all were expecting the same or more vibe as the Opening Ceremony. Its a pity to the NBC (National Broadcasting Agency) News as it spent much time listening to people's complaints about the coverage provided. The NBC unfortunately chose to cut performances from the closing ceremony, costing U.S (United States) fans the chance of seeing their favourite stars like:


AFTER THE HANDING OVER: Eight minute segment celebrating
Rio's mix of culture, music and dance brimging a carnival atmosphere.
Source:.bbc.co.uk/news

• Kate Bush
• Muse
• The Kinks' Ray Davies
• Royal Ballet

The supporters were disappointed indeed as only one performance of George Michael was shown/published. The moment were volunteers received a standing ovation was also cut by the NBC, and the reasons for the cuts remain extremely controversial. While the big ratings make NBC feel good about their efforts that also means more people witnessed the network dropping the ball throughout the entire Olympics. Read more

Many people were left amazed and hanging by the closing ceremony and are unfortunately not looking forward to any other upcoming events such as this one. When the Olympics were held in Beijing and in Ethens, many artists were given a chance to perform unlike in London, where only London artists were given a chance to perform and showcase their talents. Its quite clear that this set a bad image and reputation for the NBC and the event organisers, but the question here is that will they gain people's trust and confidence again on their upcoming events???

An Opening to remember

OLYMPIC RINGS:  Representing both the Olympics and the Industrial
 Revolution are lit and lifted during the Opening Ceremony
Source: komonews.com

"Isles of wonder" was the title for the London 2012 Olympic Games. It was by no doubt that the Organisers of this event were well-trained, very skilled, passionate and determined individuals. This amazing ceremony accommodated everyone from children to old-aged people.

All people around the world from those who were watching the ceremony on their TV Screens to those who got an opportunity to witness it personally, surely felt the spirit of Olympics and witnessed the unforgettable moments of the opening ceremony. I can surely say that the Vibe was everywhere around the world. I am also sure that most people if not all can agree with me that this Spectacular opening ceremony was perfectly organised and media relations and media coverage was also generated in time. Everyone around the whole world was well aware of this Event long before it actually took place. Read more

Among the Countries that are taking part in the Olympics is:

• USA
• South Africa
• China
• Great Britain
• Russia
• France

SPECTACULAR LOGO: The 2012 London Olympics
games official colours. Source:komonews.com

Even myself was overwhelmed and very impressed by the opening scene as the stadium transformed into the British Countryside 'Green and pleasant', which included real farmyard animals.
"Our Isles of wonder salutes and celebrates the exuberant creativity of the British genius  in an Opening ceremony  that we hope will be as unpredictable and inventive as the British people", said Danny Boyle, Artistic Director of the London 2012 Olympic opening ceremony.

 

UJ gets a Spotlight

BEHIND IT ALL: The
National Science Week logo.
Source:www.ai.org.za

Once again in 2012, The National Science Week (NSW) took place in more than 89 sites including science centres in all nine provinces. The National launch was on the 28 July 2012 and the focus week was from Monday 30 July 2012-Saturday 4 August 2012 .The event was led by the Department of Science and Technology (DST).

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) got a fat chance of hosting the Launch at one of their four Campuses, Soweto Campus. The theme was 'The role of Science and Technology in Economic Development'. The University of Johannesburg and the National Science Week were in almost everyone's lips before the actual date of the launch. This event got a lot of publicity as it was on various Television programmes like the Qbase 28 before the launch.

 I think one of the good things is that at least 6000 learners from schools in Gauteng attended and they were exposed to things that interest and educated them. Parents, Community members, Guests and VIPs also got a chance to network and be the witnesses of this wonderful event. The day of the launch gave people a chance to build new and maintain old relationships.

MAKING A COMMAND: Minister of Science and Technology,
Naledi Pandor, commending learners to follow careers in 
Science and Technology at Soweto. Source: www.timeslive.co.za

There were very important people invited in the launch, which among them I can mention:

• Minister of Science and Technology, Naledi Pandor
• German Ambassador, Dr Horst Freitag
• Swiss Ambassador, Christian Meuwly
• Vice-Chancellor of UJ, Professor Ihron Rensburg 

On the day of the launch, the event was broadcasted on Metro FM, 5FM and SABC 2 which I think gave UJ a big publicity. Marshals for the event were UJ friendly students who attracted many learners to join Science and Technology and also be part of the happy family of UJ.