By Obakeng Maje
De Aar- Northern Cape request assistance with the trace of a Henry Van Niekerk (74) who went missing on 27 October 2013.

“The man went missing while travelling on the train from De Aar to Orange River Station. The De Aar police launched an extensive search for the missing man but haven’t found anything to date” lieunant Sergio Kock said.

The SAPS Airwing unit are also assisting the search party in this regard.

Anyone with information must call Lt Col R Jooste at 082 448 3694 or 053 203 7200. The investigation continues. Photo of missing person is attached.-TDN
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By Obakeng Maje
Mogwase-The police are investigating two counts of Murder cases after two Bangladesh Nationals aged 26 and 27 were found murdered this morning, at about 08:00am inside the shop in Manama Kgotleng village, Mogwase.
“According to allegations, two victims were discovered by members of the community who went to the shop this morning and phoned the police who summoned to the scene” Brigadier Thulani Ngubane said.

Police immediately responded to the call, upon arrival they found the two dead bodies.

“It is alleged that two victims were hammered as the police found a hammer next to their bodies. The victims suffered multiple injuries on their bodies and was no sign of forceful entry at the shop” he said.

At this stage the motive for the killing is still unknown and there is no arrest.

A murder case has been opened and investigation continues.-TDN
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By Obakeng Maje
Kimberley- Galeshewe Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences unit are investigating a rape case which allegedly took place on 18 February 2012 between 00:00pm and 02:00am.

Lieutenant Sergio Kock said a 16 year-old female complainant alleges she was from a friend in Jupiter Street and was on her way home. The unknown suspect grabbed her from behind and put a knife to her throat.

“He threatened to kill her if she screamed and took her to a nearby soccer field situated in the White City vicinity in Roodepan. The suspect allegedly raped the victim at knife point” Kock said.

Police said the suspect is slender built and speaks Afrikaans.

“He was allegedly dressed in a black jacket with white stripes and blue jeans. The police request that anyone with information in this regard please call Detective Warrant Officer Gideon Ferrelson at 082 495 4605. All information will be treated with the strictest of confidence” Kock.

The investigation continues.-TDN
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By Obakeng Maje
Klerksdorp- The Police Minister, Nathi Mthethwa in partnership with the Department of Human Settlement and Public Safety MEC, Mr Nono Moloi ensure that the North West province and its inhabitants enjoy a safe and secure 2013/2014 Festive season.
“It is for this reason that a multi-agency, multi-pronged, Integrated Operational Plan called Operation Duty Calls and Arrive Alive Campaign will be launched on Friday, 01 November 2013 at Matlosana Stadium in Klerksdorp” North West police spokesperson Thulani Ngubane said.
While law abiding citizens are looking forward to the Festive season with great expectation and joy, the criminal elements are also busy with their evil plans and this often leads to a marked increase in certain crimes which therefore require the police to be steps ahead in terms of coming up with a plan to derail the criminals’ plans, says Ngubane.
Crimes and hotspots that have been identified are:
Aggravated Robberies that includes house robberies, business robberies, car hijacking, cash in transit robberies and actions to address crimes at shopping malls, garages and attacks on ATM’s.
Border Security that includes Borderline and Ports of entry operations as well as operations in the rail environment targeting crimes such as theft of motor vehicles, stock theft, counterfeit goods, to detect drugs and goods smuggling.
Social Crime Operations dealing with contact crimes, especially against women and children
By-laws Enforcement that includes pedestrian safety and roadblocks which will be aligned with the Arrive Alive campaign will be conducted to promote road safety and prevent vehicle hijacking.
Non-wearing of safety belts and the National Road Traffic laws will also be conducted to reduce road fatalities, crashes and injuries.
Venue: Matlosana Stadium
Time: 09:30
Date: 01 November 2013
TDN
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By Obakeng Maje
Klerksdorp- The Minister of Police, Nathi Mthethwa will tomorrow launch the North West Duty Calls Festive Season crime fighting campaign. The Minister will be joined by North West MEC for Human Settlement, Public Safety and Liaison, Nono Maloi, the SAPS North West Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Zukiswa Mbombo as well as leaders from Community Policing Forums, Business and Civic Organisations.
“This year’s festive season anti-crime campaign is aimed at strengthening partnerships with communities in tackling crimes against women, children, persons with disabilities and the elderly. It will also focus around aggravated robberies, border security, illegal firearms, liquor and Second Hand Goods Act enforcement, by-law enforcements and road safety enforcement” ministry of police spokesperson Zweli Mnisi said.
Details of the event are as follows:
Date: Friday, 01 November 2013
Time: 11h00
Venue: Matlosana Stadium, Klerksdorp, North West
TDN
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PRETORIA – The Minister of Police, Nathi Mthethwa welcomed the IHS Crime Index report which has found that crime in South Africa is at its lowest level in 15 years. The report, which was released yesterday, further stated that crime rates dropped 38% since its peak during the 2002/2003 financial year.

 
The report is divided into two indices: the violent crime index and the property crime index. Property crime involves acts against one’s property, such as burglary and arson. Violent crime refers to crimes such as murder and rape.
“The decline in overall crime in South Africa has been echoed in both indices, reporting a steady decline since 2002. Violent crime is at the lowest level seen in a decade, declining some 40% between 2002 and 2013. Property crime experienced a decrease of 24% over the same period. The declining crime rates reflect the overall improvement of conditions in South Africa” said Minister Nathi Mthethwa.

 
The Minister said these findings vindicate government’s recently-released national crime statistics, which also focused on longitudinal downward trends. He added that whilst many local analysts were skeptical in their analysis of the statistics, it is gratifying that an internationally-recognized, credible and globally-respected institution has now affirmed the fact that crime is decreasing in South Africa.

 
“Since 1994, we have been making steady progress in the fight against crime. This period has been characterized by growing unity in action against crime, a period focused on improving life conditions for all, especially the poor. As part of our approach in reducing crime, we further recognized that the task of keeping our country safe cannot be achieved if we operate in silos. That is why we adopted a multi-pronged approach in the fight against crime, underpinned by the involvement communities, business, civic organisations, labour movements and many other stakeholders.”

 
“For this reason, almost on a weekly basis as the police leadership we are out there meeting with communities, not because there are problems, but as part of ensuring that we entrench this community-policing philosophy. Such community interactions also help us to tap onto the collective wisdom of citizens in order to enhance existing crime prevention and combatting programmes whilst jointly seeking solutions around crime,” added Minister Mthethwa.

 
“The IHS Crime Index serves as a great motivation to many hardworking police men and women, who against all odds, still continue to serve with dedication. We want to say whatever the challenges of the moment; nothing will deter these collective efforts between police and many law-abiding citizens in the quest towards crime reduction. However improbable it may sound to the skeptics, success is guaranteed. However long the night the dawn will break,” concluded the Minister.-TDN
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Durban-Impumelelo Stadium in Sibongile location, Dundee, will provide the backdrop for some Sasol League action when the Sasol League Road Show action comes to KwaZulu-Natal on Saturday, 2nd November. The road show coincides with provincial playoffs and will also see Banyana Banyana coach, Joseph Mkhonza and his technical team, conduct a coach’s workshop and a talent identification session.
“In the playoff defending provincial champions and Stream A table toppers, Durban Ladies (36 points from 12 matches) will take on Remax Shooting Stars who top Stream B (29 points from 12 games) at 15h00” said Safa spokesperson Dominic Chimhavi.

Chimhavi said both teams have Banyana Banyana players in their line ups with the likes of Amanda Dlamini, Zamandosi Cele, Silindile Ngubane and Memory Makhanya all plying their trade for the Durban Ladies side. On the Remax Shooting Stars side, goalkeeper, Nkosingiphile Zungu will be looking to keep her Banyana Banyana team mates at bay for the duration of the game.
The other match on the day will be a clash between second in Stream A, Galaxy FC (23 points from 11 games) taking on and fifth placed Sunflower FC who are second in Stream B (16 points from 12 games) at 13h00. Both matches are set to provide spectators and the Banyana Banyana technical team, alike with some scintillating footballing action.
“During both games Mkhonza and his technical team will be looking for that spectacular moment from a player who will then be awarded the Sasol “Shikisha” Moment of the game” he said.
Gates will open at 12h00 and the first 150 spectators will receive merchandise courtesy of Sasol, the league sponsors, and fans will also stand a chance to participate in a “Shikisha Skills Competition” and win great prizes during the half time break of each game.
Earlier in the day at 09h00, Banyana Banyana head coach Joseph “Skeshekheshe” Mkhonza and his technical team will address Sasol League club mentors from the province, on technical aspects of coaching women football players.
At 10h00, Joseph Mkhonza and his team will continue with their objective to spot quality football talent that will strengthen the pool of players for the Sasol sponsored South African National Women’s Football Team (Sasol Banyana Banyana) and possibly unveil talent for the junior women’s national team as they have done in the past four years.
Since 2009, the Sasol League talent identification programme has allowed for some exciting new talent to be identified for possible selection to the senior national team. In its fifth year, the Sasol League, through the promotional road shows, has seen over 150 players across the country being included in a pool for possible selection into both the junior and senior national teams.
“It is important to have a good pipeline of players for the national team and the Sasol League is just the place for that pipeline. Next year is a very important year for Banyana Banyana; the team has African Women’s Championships qualifiers early in the year with the tournament taking place later around October in Namibia. Finding new talent for the national team is an on-going exercise as we are building towards the 2015 World Cup and beyond, we can never have enough depth and that is why we have to consistently look for the next big stars,” said Mkhonza.
The Eastern Cape will also be playing their playoff matches this weekend. City Lads who have not lost a game this season will be looking to further continue their dominance in the Eastern Cape when they take on Coastal United. Other playoff games in the Eastern Cape will see Red Roses take on Thunderbirds, Manchester Babes take onMqanduli Ambassadors and Cumakala take on Birmingham. All of these games will be played in East London.
The 2013 Sasol League season will culminate at the Sasol League National Championships taking place in Klerksdorp, North West Province from Monday, 25th November – Sunday, 01 December 2013.-TDN

PSL CEO Brand de Villiers says Orlando Pirates “need to get” a second star on their badge.

The Buccaneers have one star above their emblem, after winning the CAF African Champions Cup back in 1995, and have the chance to add another this month.

They face Egyptian giants – and holders – Al Ahly in the first leg of the CAF Champions League Final at Orlando Stadium this Saturday.

Kick-off is at 8.30pm.

“This is a big moment for South Africa and Southern African football,” De Villiers says.

“We have waited for almost two decades for one of our clubs to win the CAF Champions League and Orlando Pirates are just two games away from reclaiming continental victory. This is a proud moment for me as a CEO of the League and a South African.

“I would like to wish the club, its chairman Dr [Irvin] Khoza, coach Roger de Sa, his technical team and the players the best of luck this weekend.”

De Villiers called on fans to set aside their club differences and rally behind the Bucs.

“It is important that as South Africans we put all our club allegiances aside and rally behind Orlando Pirates when they face Al Ahly at Orlando Stadium. Fans must purchase a ticket and go to the stadium.

“Orlando Pirates have been brilliant so far, now they need to get that second star.”

Pirates first won the CAF Champions League back in 1995. Since then, no other Southern African side has managed to win the African showpiece.
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Cosafa chief operating officer Sue Destombes has revealed to KickOff.com that the hosts of next year’s regional football tournament will be announced “within the next two weeks”.

The tournament made a comeback onto the regional football scene this year after a lengthy absence with hosts Zambia going all the way to lift the trophy after beating Zimbabwe in the Final.

Malawi look set to be given the green light to host next year’s showcase after having missed out on the opportunity in 2014.

However, Destombes says the decision is yet to be taken: “It is not yet finalised. We have not yet decided on the hosts. The decision will be reached in the next two weeks.
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Benedict Vilakazi and Manqoba Ngwenya are reported to be “stranded” in Botswana, after Notwane FC neglected to pay their salaries.

KickOff.com reported back in August that the two former stars had joined the Botswana Premiership club, both signing three-year deals.

Read: Tso completes Notwane move, Shakes next?

However, according to a report on BBC Sport the relationship quickly went south.

The report claims ‘Tso’ and ‘Shakes’ are owed three months salary by Nontwane, and are “yet to receive their signing-on fees, salaries and allowances”.

The pair were also allegedly “thrown out” of their hotel – without their luggage – because of unpaid bills.

Botswana Footballers’ Union (BFU) spokesperson Kgosana Masaseng told BBC Sport that Ngwenya and Vilakazi are being put up at a lodge in Gaborone, while they wait for club owner Gift Mogapi to return from an international trip.

“We want out, we have had enough. If we had accommodation it was going to be better. Now we don’t even have anywhere to sleep as even our luggage is held by the hotel,” ‘Tso’ is reported to have said.

The pair are said to earn about US$2,400, making them the highest paid players in the Botswana League.
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