On Wednesday evening, I did an auction for NICRO UK Trust, a South African charity that rehabilitates young offenders, and puts them on the path to a better life. The auction raised £77,000, and the most sought-after item was The Hand - an imprint of Nelson Mandela's hand, which unbelievably had created a picture of Africa in the centre. It was signed by the former President, and sold for £17,000. The evening ended with a magnificent performance by the operatic tenor, Siphiwo Ntshebe, giving us three renderings from Puccini, ending with Nessun Dorma. The chance to have him sing at a party in your own home, went for £4,000. It was a pleasure to see so many young black and white South Africans enjoying themselves at the Cafe Royal, while at the same time trying to raise money for this worthwhile cause.
On this occasion, I was without the back-up of my pathetic assistant, Chris Beetles, who had deserted me to watch his beloved Tottenham. On leaving the function, I rang him, only to be harangued with the news that they had beaten Liverpool 4-2. I wonder what Harry Redknapp has for breakfast?
On this occasion, I was without the back-up of my pathetic assistant, Chris Beetles, who had deserted me to watch his beloved Tottenham. On leaving the function, I rang him, only to be harangued with the news that they had beaten Liverpool 4-2. I wonder what Harry Redknapp has for breakfast?
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