ABSA Premiership

Result: Chiefs 1-1 SuperSport

Date: 15 May 2013

Venue: Peter Mokaba Stadium

Kaizer Chiefs were crowned ABSA Premiership champions after they played out a 1-1 draw with SuperSport United at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Tuesday night.

Chiefs made a bright start to the game while SuperSport looked to soak up the early pressure and Lehlohonolo Majoro sent a header wide from a corner in the seventh minute.

Siphiwe Tshabalala then lashed a long-range strike off target six minutes later before Matsatsantsa tried to find some kind of response but couldn’t get past the stubborn Chiefs defenders.

Mark Haskins gave Itumeleng Khune a simple save with a deflected strike while Ronwen Williams had to come off his line to deny Reneilwe Letsholonyane who had stolen possession in midfield.

Bernard Parker smashed a shot into the side netting just before the half-hour mark while Majoro beat the offside trap five minutes later but couldn’t beat Williams from a tight angle.

Siboniso Gaxa should have put the hosts ahead just before the break when the goalkeeper failed to punch a Tshabalala free-kick clear but the defender blasted over the crossbar as the score remained locked at 0-0.

Chiefs would go on to take the lead just minutes into the second period though as Willard Katsande fired a cross into the area and Majoro fired home after Williams failed to deal with the ball.

Majoro looked a constant threat while Kermit Erasmus worked Khune at the other end in the 61st minute.

SuperSport started to get into the game with George Maluleka firing at goal from long-range before Ashley Hartog forced Khune to tip his header away from the top corner.

Sibusiso Zuma would have a goal chalked off for offside in the 73rd minute while Williams managed to grab a Tshabalala free-kick just ahead of Tefu Mashamaite.

The final few minutes would be made tense when Zuma caught the defence napping to latch onto a flighted pass and he picked out the bottom corner to make it 1-1.

Sameehg Doutie then saw his close-range effort blocked and Maluleka fired the rebound over as Chiefs looked a little shaky but they managed to hold on and secure the crown.

Chiefs: Itumeleng Khune, Siboniso Gaxa, Erick Mathoho, Tefu Mashamaite, Tsepo Masilela, Willard Katsande, Reneilwe Letsholonyane, Siphiwe Tshabalala, Lehlohonolo Majoro, George Lebese, Bernard Parker.

SuperSport: Ronwen Williams, Bevan Fransman, Kermit Erasmus, George Maluleka, Sameehg Doutie, Innocent Mdledle, Mark Haskins, Edwin Gyimah, Mogogi Gabonamong, Atusaye Nyondo, Thabo Moloi.

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By Obakeng Maje

Pampierstad-The Pampierstad SAPS are investigating a murder, armed robbery, attempted armed robbery, illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition and four counts of assault which allegedly took place in between 29 April 2013 and 4 May 2013 in Pampierstad.

“It is alleged that 8 men robbed the first tuck shop in the Seking Village near Pampierstad on 29 April 2013 at approximately 19:15pm” Lieutenant Sergio Kock said. 

The owner of the tuck shop was threatened with a gun and the suspects took cash and airtime vouchers to the value of approximately R2000,00. 

“The suspect fired one shot through the roof and fled the scene” Kock said.

“The suspects pulled-off the second armed robbery on 01 May 2013 at a tuck shop in the Pampierstad Township at approximately 19:15pm. The suspects also threatened the tuckshop owner with a firearm but was apparently disturbed by entering customers. The suspects again fired their signature gun shot through the roof of this tuck shop and fled the scene without taking anything”.     

Kock said the alleged thugs carried on raging discomfort and instilling fear in the Pampierstad Township when they robbed a third tuck shop on Saturday, 4 May 2013 at approximately 19:15pm. 

The suspects allegedly took an undisclosed amount of cash and groceries from the tuck shop. “Upon exiting the tuck shop the suspects met with a neighbour who came to enquire about the noise coming from the tuck shop. It is alleged that one of the suspects fired that “signature shot” but this time wounded the 22 year old neighbour” police. The male victim known as Isaac Pico, suffered a close range gunshot wound in his head and died on the scene. 

The suspects fled the scene and allegedly visited a local tavern and assaulted four persons on separate occasions at the premises. 

The police launched a manhunt and managed to arrest seven males at their homes in Pampierstad on Sunday, 5 May 2013. 

The police also managed to retrieve the firearm that was allegedly used during the murder and robbery at a residence in Pampierstad.

The police arrested the eighth male suspect in Pampierstad on Friday, 10 May 2013.   

The eight male suspects are known as James Thladi(23), Malebo Mahadika(22), Serami Bosvark(21), Lebogang Pilane(24), Olebogeng Ndineni(19), Otsile Monamudi(20), Dumisani Mocumi(23) and Charles Olyn(25) appeared for a formal bail application in the Pampierstad District Court on Wednesday and it will continue on the 20 May 2013. 

The suspects will remain in custody.

The police members of Pampierstad are lauded for the swift arrests and the Pampierstad community is commended for their assistance with information in this regard. The SAPS is committed is to creating a safe and secure environment for all people and will not allow lawlessness in our society. 

The police request that information regarding the incident be forwarded to Detective Capt Frans Moratiwa at 082 443 8640. The investigation continues.

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By Obakeng Maje
Kimberley-The Provincial SAPS K9 unit in Kimberley is in dire need of police dogs.
They are appealing to the public to assist in donating the following breeds of dogs which will be trained in canine duties :

German Shepherds, Belgian Shepherds, Rotweilers and Border Collies. The dogs must be between the ages of 1and 2 years old. They must have a good ball drive and display some aggression.

“Suitable candidates will be tested at the K9 unit and if they meet the criteria, the owner may donate the animal to the police” colonel Priscilla Naidu said.

Contact person at the K9 unit is Lt Col Rossouw 0823339399.
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Vryburg-The untimely death of former secretary of the North West Provincial Legislature, Dr. Tuelo Joshua”Baba” Schalk has robbed the province of a committed son of the province who was and loyal servant of the people, a true revolutionary and a cadre, North West Premier Thandi Modise.

“Dr. Schalk who was affectionately known as Baba was well read, capacitated, humorous and humble. He was helpful to those in need, forthright, articulate and arrogant in argument to the arrogant. In him we have lost a fighter and a brother who was a snazzy dressed with a ready smile. We are saddened by his premature death as his contribution will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this period of sadness,” said Premier Modise in conveying her condolences.

Modise who had worked closely with Schalk when she was Speaker of the Provincial legislature said that his contribution as a trade unionist at the height of oppression, former chief representative of the ANC to Namibia and secretary of the provincial legislature have left an indelible mark in the sands of time.

Dr. Schalk who was affectionately known as “Baba” was appointed six weeks ago as a Resort Manager for Madikwe River Lodge, a subsidiary of Dirapeng Pty Ltd, a state owned entity established by the North West Parks and Tourism Board. He was on route to Tourism Indaba when he reportedly slipped and fell down an escalator at OR Tambo Airport and succumbed to injuries in hospital.

Dr. Schalk was born on 8 December 1960 in Huhudi Townshipnear Vryburg. He had obtained aBachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Masters in Business Administration Degree (MBA), Honors Degree in Public Management & Governance and a Masters Degree in Development & Management including Masters in Public Administration (MPA). He studied at various tertiary institutions including University of South Africa (UNISA), New Port University (USA) and North West University.Dr. Schalk has 32 years working experience with skills including strategic and change management, public policy analysis, project management, office administration and labour relations, financial and human resource management, communication and marketing, diplomacy, qualitative and quantitative research and writing of speeches and articles. Dr. Schalk had a deep passion for developmental issues in all sectors of society as well as Public Service and had a solid understanding of Section 9 institutions including Quasi – State Institutions.

Memorial services in honour of Dr. Schalk are to be held at 11:00 am Cookes Lake in Mahikeng on Thursday and at Vryburg Banquet Hall at 3:00 pm.

His funeral is to be held on Saturday at 7:00 at Vryburg Fairview Estate.

The Marikana Commission of Inquiry has heard on Wednesday morning that the Lonmin Platinum Mine is doing all in its powers to resolve the current standoff at the mine.

Lonmin lawyer Schalk Burger read to the commission, a media release quoting Lonmin’s Mark Monroe. The latter says in the letter that Lonmin has been meeting with unions affected and hopes a speedy resolution will be reached. It further says the mining company has conducted a search at the union offices for firearms, as it was alleged some people are carrying guns into the mine.

Burger quotes Monroe as saying: “Lonmin is fully committed to achieving a fair and peaceful resolution to the dispute, although this has yet to be achieved. In the meantime, the physical safety of everyone at Marikana remains our overriding priority and must take precedence of all other matters.”

“Embarking on an unlawful and unprotected work stoppages puts lives and livelihood at risk, while families also suffer due to loss of earnings. Lonmin’s recovery depends on everyone working together to meet our production targets safely and efficiently.”

Meanwhile, hundreds of Lonmin striking workers have started to assemble at the Wonderkop stadium next to the Koppie in Nkaneng informal settlement. This as the wildcat strike by these workers, mostly affiliated to union, Amcu enters its second day. The workers have been angered by the killing of Amcu regional organiser in the province, Mawethu Steven over the past weekend. Steven was killed at a tavern in Nkaneng informal settlement.
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Johannesburg – A rhino poacher has been wounded in a shootout with rangers in the Pretoriuskop section of the Kruger National Park, SA National Parks (SANParks) said on Wednesday.

He and another poacher were arrested, and a .458 rifle fitted with a silencer, ammunition, an axe, and a knife were seized on Tuesday night, said spokesman Ike Phaahla

“The third suspect managed to escape in the cover of darkness,” he said.

The two men arrested would appear in the White River Magistrate’s Court on Thursday. – Sapa

A game ranger has pleaded for forgiveness after he was sacked for taunting and charging an elephant in a scene which has gone viral on social media.

The Singita group of companies reported on its Facebook page that “disturbing video footage had spread through the social media arena over the past few days portraying a group of off-duty field guides in a vehicle and one confronting an elephant on foot” in the Kruger National Park.
For more http://www.iol.co.za

Kimberley – A Homevale High School matriculant, who was left with a broken right jaw when a police officer allegedly hit him with a beer bottle for urinating against his wheel, underwent emergency surgery at Kimberley MediClinic on Tuesday.
For more http://www.iol.co.za

Johannesburg – The University of SA has postponed some exams after question papers were leaked, Unisa spokesperson Martin Ramatshela said on Wednesday.

He said the exams of four modules were affected.

“[We] recently became aware of and confirm the existence of leaked question papers for four modules… [they are] in financial reporting and financial planning.”

Ramatshela said in a statement the papers were scheduled to be written between 15 May and 20 May.

The subjects were specific financial reporting (FAC 3703), distinctive financial reporting (FAC 3702), group financial reporting (FAC 3704), and financial planning and control (ACN 3073).

“The university has also urgently invoked its internal investigation measures to ascertain where the leaks occurred, as well as the extent of the leakage.”

The delay was until further notice from the university and pending re-setting of the papers in question.

– SAPA

Rustenburg – It was not safe for Lonmin officials to approach striking miners gathered on a hill in Marikana last year, the Farlam Commission of Inquiry heard on Wednesday.

“It was unrealistic for Lonmin to be expected to go there… It was an unprotected, illegal strike and the strikers were defying a court order,” Lonmin lawyer Schalk Burger said.

Striking mineworkers wanted wages of R12 500 a month, without any explanation of how they reached that amount, said Burger.

“There was also an existing wage agreement, which was to [be kept in place] until October 2013.

“They had already killed security guards and stolen their firearms.”

It was believed the stolen weapons were at the hill where the miners were gathered, Burger said.

Clashes

The wage impasse culminated in a clash between police and striking miners, during which 34 workers were shot dead on 16 August.

Ten people, including two police officers, were killed in strike-related violence the week before.

Burger made his remarks while cross-examining Major General Charl Annandale, who headed the police tactical response team during the unrest.

Annandale agreed it was not safe for Lonmin officials to go to the hill.

“Lonmin said there were methods to address grievances that should have been followed… They said they wouldn’t go to the koppie, but wanted to sit around a table for discussions,” said Annandale.

“I respected their decision.”

The commission is holding public hearings in Rustenburg as part of its inquiry into the violence.

– SAPA