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With a tyre around his neck and a placard that read “11 killed, who cares” Nkwame Cedile has taken his hunger strike against necklacing and vigilante killings to the office of Premier Helen Zille – literally.
The activist from Harare, Khayelitsha, went on a hunger strike three weeks ago to draw attention to acts of vigilante violence in the area.
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In terms of the Constitution, the state has to ensure that citizens are able to obtain land rights, President Jacob Zuma said at the ANC’s policy conference on Tuesday.
“Our position is that the current willing buyer, willing seller model must be reviewed,” Zuma, who is also the ANC’s president, told delegates at Gallagher Estate in Midrand.
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BY Obakeng Maje
Durban Ladies and Bloemfontein Celtics produced goals galore as they recorded comfortable victories on the opening day of the Sasol League National Championships at the King Zwelithini Stadium, in Umlazi near Durban on Monday, 25 June 2012.
Twenty two (22) goals in total were scored in just two matches.
Playing in chilly evening conditions, Durban Ladies ran out 9-1 winners with the hosts giving their fans much to cheer about as striker Slindile Ngubane netted five goals in taking advantage of poor marking and being offered much space to play in by the Als Puk Tawana defence.
Durban Ladies’ Banyana Banyana international Zamandosi Cele came to the party scoring two goals while Masego Ntoagae scored a consolation goal for the North West club who are making their first appearance at the national women’s club showpiece.
Banyana Banyana head coach Joseph Mkhonza and his assistant Jerry Laaka were among the crowd. The duo will spend the week monitoring the players.
Also in attendance were SAFA EThekwini President Alpha Mchunu and Nomsa Mahlangu, Chairperson of the Women’s Football Committee, who declared the games opened.
“Ladies you have a chance to impress, seize the opportunity. You are all aware the national team coaches are here so play your hearts out and show what you are capable of. It is these kinds of tournaments that help us identify talent for our national teams. As for you referees, this is also the time for you to improve you game. It saddens me that we don’t have enough women match officials in this country. Women’s football is growing, and it should do so in all fronts, not just on the playing personnel only,” said Mahlangu.
Earlier in day, Bloemfontein Celtics showed their intentions of mounting a serious challenge for the national title, when they thrashed Northern Cape-based RC Mills by ten goals to two (10-2). All of captain Motsamai Mokete (2 goals), Meide Howard (2 goals), Kokoane Loti (2 goals), as well as Nomtsheke Nomonde, Emily Moholoholo, Dombi Thabethe and Charlotte Mshengu found the back of the RC Mills net with the Keimos-based team contributing two further own goals to their own downfall.
Elvina May netted twice for RC Mills.
Results of Day One:
Bloemfontein Celtic 10 2 RC Mills
Durban Ladies 9 1 Al’s Puk Tawana
Four matches will take place on Day Two on Tuesday (26 June).
In Pool A, Als Puk Tawana and RC Mills will look for points when they meet at 13h00, while Bloemfontein Ladies will face Msiphuya Ladies at 15h00.
In Pool B, defending champions Palace Super Falcons open their account with a clash against Eastern Cape side City Lads at 13h00, with Kanatla taking on Cape Town Roses at 15h00.
Fixtures of Day Two:
13h00
Al’s Puk Tawana v RC Mills
Bloemfontein Ladies v Msiphunya Ladies
15h00
Palace Super Falcons v City Lads
Kanatla v Cape Town Roses
The tournament ends on Sunday, 1 July.
BY Obakeng Maje
The South African Football Association (SAFA) would like to set the record straight on insinuations doing rounds regarding the appointment of the new head coach of the Senior Men’s National Team, Bafana Bafana.
For the record, it is standard procedure within SAFA that the Association gets recommendations from the respective committees on any decision, big or small.
As a result, the recommendation of the appointment of the coach falls within the domain of the Technical and Development Committee in line with Article 45.11 of the SAFA Constitution.
However, the responsibility of committees is purely to recommend, and any decision taken will have to be approved or rejected by the Association’s highest decision making body, the National Executive Committee (NEC).
“So it is irresponsible, disingenuous and disappointing for any member of the Technical and Development Committee to go out and express his/her views on the matter before this Saturday’s (30 June 2012) NEC meeting. This is literally jumping the gun,” said SAFA President Kirsten Nematandani.
The SAFA President added that for a big decision such as that of the appointment of the Senior Men’s National Team head coach, all issues had to be discussed, dissected and scrutinised by the NEC before an appointment is made.
“So it is very wrong to conclude that because the Technical and Development Committee has said one, two or three, we should rubber-stamp that decision. That is not how such a people-oriented organisation like SAFA works. This is a national issue which has to be handled very carefully.
“We want, if we take a decision, to have been above board and that verdict must be accepted by the entire NEC members,” added Nematandani.
SAFA will hold an NEC meeting on Saturday (30 June) where the new Bafana Bafana coach is expected to be announced.
KZ WILDFIRE
A second missing KwaZulu-Natal field ranger has been found dead, Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife said on Tuesday.
The body was discovered close to where a first ranger was found dead on Monday, spokesman Musa Mntambo said.
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South Africa’s economy is still mostly under the control of whites who held power under apartheid and the government needs to take more drastic steps to make sure the black majority can benefit from its wealth, President Jacob Zuma said on Tuesday.
Zuma, speaking at the start of the four-day ANC policy conference at Gallagher Estate in Midrand, said the challenges of poverty, unemployment and inequality posed long-term risks for Africa’s richest country 18 years after the end of apartheid.
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BY Obakeng Maje
The increased use of electrical appliances during winter significantly enhances the risk of an electrical fire occurring in South African residential homes.
As a result, homeowners must ensure all electrical appliances, usage and supply comply with safety standards and that all insurance policies are up-to-date to cover possible financial losses before the colder months begin.
Besides the enormous personal safety risks that these fires present, homeowners could face the possibility of having their insurance claim repudiated if electrical connectivity is found to be non-compliant with regulations in the event of a claim.
Compliance with regulations governing electrical installations not only mitigates the chances of an insurance claim being rejected in the event of an electrical fire, but also ensures all electrical appliances are safe for the occupants of the home to use.
Some tips: mitigate the threat of electrical fires in the home:
1. Never use water to put out an electrical fire as water conducts electricity and can cause the fire to get larger. Rather use a CO2 fire extinguisher, every house should have one.
2. Always use a registered electrical contractor to work on electrical installations.
3. Avoid using several high-amperage appliances (such as irons or heat-producing appliances) on the same circuit.
4. Dimmed lights, reduced output from heaters, and poor television pictures can be symptoms of an overloaded circuit.
5. Avoid plugging two appliances in the same outlet or circuit if together they exceed 1000W. Examples of such appliances include: refrigerators, air conditioners, hot plates, irons, microwave ovens, dishwashers etc.
6. Clean the tumble dryer thoroughly as a blocked or dirty lint filter can catch fire or set fire to clothes inside the drum.
7. Be cautious when drilling holes or driving nails into walls, hitting or damaging electrical wires can cause a fire hazard.
8. When using an extension cord, be sure the extension cord’s capacity matches or exceeds the appliance or device plugged into it. Feel the extension cord while it’s in use; if it is warm or hot, replace it with a cord of greater capacity. It is also a good idea to unreel the cord completely during its use.
9. Do not use extension cords that are frayed or cracked or coiled up and never run extension cords under rugs or carpets.
10. Install light bulbs with wattages that are equal to or below any fixture’s maximum wattage.
11. Dispose of or repair appliances or devices that blow fuses or trip circuit breakers.
12. Never leave a pan cooking on an electric stove unattended
BY Obakeng Maje
Taung- Thousand of young people are expected to attend the North West Provincial Youth Month Celebration and closing event to be held at the Great Taung Stadium on Saturday.
Buses for youth expected to attend the event schedule to commerce at 10:00am are co-ordinated by respective municipalities.
Hip Hop musician, TUKS Senganga is among artists featured to entertain the youth.
Among achievements to be celebrated is the Job Placement Programme that will offer about 200 youth from the province international exposure while they earn about R20 000.
“The programme three initiative launched last week by Ubuntu Institute in partnership with the Office of the North West Premier,mme Thandi Modise premier is funded to the tune of R46 millon by the Development Bank’s Jobs Fund” said Head of Communication from Office of Premier, Lesiba Kgwele.
The National Youth Development Ageny and Premier Youth Support had mobilised volunteers for participation in Proud to Serve Youth Campaign the embarked on cleaning campaigns in different municipalitiesacross the province during youth month.
The campaign included construction of 36 houses in Ditsobotla, Tswaing, Maquassi Hills, Moses Kotane and Greater Taung local municipalities.
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BY Obakeng Maje
South Africa, Jacob Zuma just arrived in Gallagher Estate in Midrand and was welcomed with warm welcome as most ANC delegates from different branches were singing and chanting.
The conference is to outline the policy of the organisation before the Elective Conference that will take place in Managung during December.
He highlighted some of differences within the organisation and said the tolerance and understanding the policy and ANC policy that will help the organisation.
Zuma also blasted ANCYL not to weaken the organisation, but to build it.
“We must make sure that we build the organisation and not to weaken it. The other issues that we need to discuss are Nepotism, corruption and the party represent the poor and the working class” he said.
“We need to be responsible to discuss this issues and take our country to forward and make it non-racial, non sexist society. And inequality,unemployment and poverty that affect us all including the youths: he yelled.
The conference is underway and full details will follow soon!!!!
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