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Masinga Embroiders Get Helping Hand
Friday, April 16, 2021
Despite the challenging economic climate caused by COVID-19 Emperors Palace, through one of its Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment vehicles, the Infrastructure Fund, last year rolled out a Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) project valued at R20-million to provide 156 Ekurhuleni schools with PPE. As part of the initiative the Palace of Dreams did not only keep learners and educators safe by providing masks, shields, gloves, aprons, soap and cleaning materials but also created job opportunities by contracting small businesses and co-operatives in the resort and casino’s catchment area to produce the masks. Among the latter to benefit was Masinga Embroideries which was employed to cut out all the materials required for the masks before it was distributed to various other entities to sew the masks. Here Emperors Palace Trust Administrator, Makomane Ntabo (left) is given a demonstration on how the materials are cut out by Masinga Embroideries’ owners, Sipho and Pontsho Masinga at their Tembisa premises. In total, to date, Masinga’s has cut out material to produce just under 225 000 masks. Thanks to the project the Tembisa business was also able to expand, employ a further six staff members bringing the staff compliment to 14 and buy a new Dye Sublimation Printer and a Direct Garment Inkjet Printer. (Photograph by Yolanda van der Stoep)
Reviews
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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