Tuesday, 9 September 2025

Every year, deserving Ekurhuleni youngsters are given the opportunity to follow their dreams of obtaining a tertiary education by receiving all-expense paid scholarships from the Peermont Community Benefit Trust (PCBT) or Peermont Education Trust (PET), two CSI initiatives supported by Emperors Palace.

Of the current bursary recipients, five have been given the opportunity to do internships abroad. Michaella De Klerk, Kateline Visser, Sisipho Duku, Neo Mojapelo and Faith Hartman are all doing their Bachelor of Hospitality Management degrees at the Swiss Hotel School in Johannesburg through the PCBT.

Michaella De Klerk will travel to Switzerland to do a four-month internship, leaving OR Tambo International Airport on 30 November and returning home on 1 April 2026.

Sisipho Duku Duku will embark on a six-month-long internship at The Charles Hotel in Boston, Massachusetts, where she will be training in the Food and beverage department in a once-in-a-lifetime chance to grow, learn, and shine.

Kateline Visser is jetting off to New Orleans, where she will be working at Brennan’s Restaurant in the French Quarter for six months, starting in October 2025 and ending in April 2026. This big adventure will not only provide her with valuable work experience in a renowned restaurant, but also the chance to explore a new city, culture, and way of life.

Neo Mojapelo has been selected for a Food and Beverage position at the Pendry Sagamore Hotel in Baltimore, United States, and starts this unbelievable experience on 27 October. There she will be able to hone her skills and explore a new culture.

Faith Hartman has been offered a long internship on a Princess Cruise liner as a Junior Assistant Purser. This opportunity will empower her to learn and grow in a unique environment, meet new people and develop new skills that will benefit her future career.

With their overseas trips on the horizon, these talented youngsters have already demonstrated that the Trustees’ decision to award them bursaries was well-founded. Their commitment and achievements reflect the true purpose of the Peermont Trusts, which strives to change futures and provide meaningful opportunities to promising young people. They are not only well on their way to completing their degrees but also to building bright, impactful futures.

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Tanja Hattingh

When to see Niel diamond show. It was awesome

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Puleng Belebesi

A very nice place to be at. Parking available for free.

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Sanjayan Sharma

An Architectural Masterpiece and Transit Oasis Hidden in Plain Sight!Most people review Emperors Palace just for the casino floor or its proximity to O.R. Tambo Airport, but they completely miss the incredible attention to detail built into this resort.

First, look down when you walk in: the interior walkways are paved with authentic Smart Stone Huguenot Cobbles, engineered specifically to replicate the tactile feeling of walking on real, ancient Roman highways. It is an incredible piece of immersive design that has stood the test of time since its inception.

Second, as someone sensitive to travel fatigue, the engineering here is spectacular. Despite being right next to major runways, the structural acoustics completely eliminate aviation noise. Furthermore, if you explore the convention wing, the rooms are named chronologically after Roman Emperors (Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius), featuring a highly advanced smart-lighting system that subtly shifts tone to help international travelers fight jet lag.

The multi-tiered security checks at the gates provide immense peace of mind, making it a safe, self-contained empire. From the manicured garden paths to the world-class service, it is a flawless, deeply thought-out destination. Don't just stop by for a quick game—take a moment to appreciate the sheer craftsmanship of the Palace of Dreams!

Hidden Details Most Guests Don't Know The Secret History of the Floors:
When the resort opened in September 2000, it was named Caesars Gauteng. The internal casino paths use custom Huguenot Cobble and Shepstone Pavers designed by SmartStone to precisely mimic the durability and texture of ancient Roman stone highways.

The "Imperial Court" Conference Subtext:
The major conference rooms in the South Wing are purposefully named after successive Roman emperors—Claudius, Augustus, Tiberius, Florian, and Romanus. They feature a hidden central smart-lighting grid that automatically shifts color warmth to match the biological clock of travelers suffering from jet lag.

The Multilayered Security Ring: Casual visitors often miss how tightly the security net is woven. Because of its position right next to O.R. Tambo International Airport, the property utilizes an advanced, continuous perimeter sweep and bag-screening protocol that keeps it significantly safer than standard commercial venues.

The Sound-Insulated Aviation Oasis: Despite being directly in the flight path of Africa's busiest airport, the structural glass and architectural roofing are uniquely engineered to absorb low-frequency jet engine vibrations, meaning you can sit in the gardens or sleep in the hotels in absolute peace

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Chantal Beeselaar

Always a pleasure coming here great entertainment for all ages....with so much to do from 4D movies to games to theater shows at the barnyard to great dinners at good restaurants wonderful casino with so so many machines to choose from or stay at the best Hotel D' oreale one of my favorite places to stay and includes breakfast at Reign. Do yourself a favor and visit anytime...such a treat! Friendly staff great safe atmosphere. Always a treat visiting here. The events are great too Cook out to easter to Xmas events all good fun and delicious foods and pastries...Thank you for great service and spoils always!

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