By Obakeng Maje
Taung- The North West Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Zukiswa Mbombo will launch the 16 Days of Activism in Taung, Magogong village on Friday.
The 16 Days campaign is an annual awareness campaign raising drive that is observed globally. It will be celebrated from 25 November to 10 December 2013.
“Its purpose is to address policy and legal issues as well as campaign for the protection of survivors of violence and to call for the elimination of all forms of gender violence” Brigadier Thulani Ngubane said.
The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence Campaign continues the theme of “From Peace in the Home to Peace in the World: Let’s Challenge Militarism and End Violence Against Women!” in 2013.

 
The North West South African Police Service selected the provincial celebration to be in Taung, Ikageng, near Potchefstroom and Boitekong in Rustenburg as these places have a high rate of crime against women and children.

 
“The 2013 16 Days Campaign advocates for awareness and action on the multi-faceted intersections of gender-based violence and militarism, while highlighting the connection between the struggle for economic and social rights and ending gender-based violence”.

 
“The theme focuses on militarism as a creation and normalization of a culture of fear that is supported by the use or threat of violence, aggression, as well as military intervention in response to political and social disputes or to enforce economic and political interests” said Ngubane.

 
Police said militarism is a system of structural violence that infringes upon the human rights and human dignity, safety, and security of women, men, and children in nearly every country and region of the world.[2] The impact of militarism can be seen in the way national budgets are allocated for health services, education, and public spaces versus military budgets; in legislation and policies that marginalize women and minorities; in discriminatory policies and acts enforced or condoned by state authorities; and in military response versus diplomacy to political and social issues.

 
The Campaign emphasizes that women’s rights are human rights, and acknowledges the role of patriarchal systems that embody harmful traditions and legal policies that normalize violence against women, and deny women their right to a life of dignity. Ending violence against women and children is up to all of us.
The focus for the 2013 16 Days campaign period is prevention, addressing roots causes of violence directed at vulnerable groups (women, girls and boys, the elderly, lesbians, gays, bisexuals and intersex (LGBTI) communities, people with disabilities, etc.). These include addressing cultural and other practices that are harmful to women and children.

 
The event will take place as follows:
Venue: Magogong Village ( Diplankeng), Taung
Time: 10h00
Date: 29 November 2013-TDN
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North West MEC for Human Settlements, Public Safety and Liaison Nono Maloyi has ordered traffic officers to stamp authority on the roads during this year’s annual sixties party in Mahikeng.

Maloyi said they have partnered with the Municipal Traffic Authorities; SAPS and all other law enforcement agencies in the province to curb road accidents, fatalities and criminal activities during the weekend.

MEC said there will be roadblocks for 24 hours in all major roads of the province particularly those liking to Mahikeng.

“We have realized that it is during these kind of events where people chooses to disregard road rules, and participate in a number of criminal activities. In keeping the law and order in our capital city, we are going to work 24/7 over the weekend and will turn the heat on those reckless and drunken drivers.”

“We are definitely ready for the event, we have enough Breathalyzers, our traffic officers are well energized and committed to make sure that we do have a crime free 2013 sixties annual party,” said Maloyi.

The Jaws special operations and Highway patrollers will mainly focus on drunken driving, reckless, negligent driving, speeding, vehicle and driver fitness.-tdn
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The stage is set for the five teams that will compete for the quarter-final spots at the fifth edition of the Sasol League National Championship at the Alabama Stadium in Klerksdorp, North West.

Tournament hosts, Al’s Puk Tawana will be aiming for victory to book themselves a spot in the last eight when they face Royal Wizards in the first fixture of the day.

Royal Wizards and Al’s Puk Tawana went down 12-0 and 1-0 respectively to Group A log leaders, Ma-Indies, who will face the runner-up of Group C in the first quarter-final clash to be played at Alabama Stadium on Thursday (28 November). Kick-off is at 10h00.

This will be followed by a Group C clash between Empumalanga Ladies and City Lads to determine the team that will play Ma-Indies in the first quarter-final.

Bloemfontein Celtic will be looking to finish high in the final Group B encounter against Cape Town Roses in the final fixture of the day to determine the team that will take on Durban Ladies in the third quarter-final.

Two quarter-final spots will still be up for grabs and these will be completed by the best 2nd runners up in the three groups.

The Sasol League National Championship semi-finals will take place at the Matlosana Stadium on Friday, 29 November and the tournament finals will be staged at the same venue on Sunday, 1 December. -tdn
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It was a festival of goals on Day 2 of the Sasol League National Championships at the Alabama Stadium in Klerksdorp, North West on Tuesday, 26 November 2013.

Top teams Mamelodi Sundowns, Ma-Indies and Durban Ladies managed to book quarter-final spots.

The Chloorkop-based Mamelodi Sundowns started off as firm favourites against Bloemfontein Celtic and it was no surprise when they clinched a 3-nil victory to go top of Group B courtesy of a first-half brace by Agnes Nkosi and a goal from Bongiwe Thusi.

In hot weather conditions at the Alabama Stadium, Celtic tried to turn the result around in the second half but they found ‘Banyana ba Style’ holding firm.

In the second fixture of the day, Ma-Indies were the second to book themselves a place in the last eight as they taught Royal Wizards a football lesson with 12-nil drubbling to move to the top Group A.

It was one-way traffic for Ma-Indies from the first whistle, signaling their return to the tournament after missing out on the 2012 edition held in Durban. This was the second win for the Limpopo-based side following their 1-0 victory over Al’s Puk Tawana on Monday (25 November).

A goal each from Lebohang Ramalepa, Fulufhelo Munzhedzi, Thanyani Phumudzo and Noko Matlou led proceedings for Ma-Indies to go to the break with a 4-nil lead.

Wizards came back rejuvenated from the interval, and showed some fighting spirit but they rarely unsettled Ma-Indies who scored a further eight goals in the second half to clinh the match with a 12-nil win.

Durban Ladies held their own against Empumalanga Ladies to walk out 4-nil victors – rounding off day two at the National Championships.

Silindile Ngubane got on the score sheet 28 miutes into the half for Durban Ladies to give the coastal side a 1-0 lead. Nozipho Nyathikazi and Nondyebo Mgudu scored goals four minutes apart to make it 3-nil.

Empumalanga Ladies tried to contain their opponents after the break but fell short in defence, giving former Banyana Banyana captain, Amanda Dlamini a chance to score the only goal in the second half to seal a 4-nil victory for Durban Ladies.

The battle is on for the remaining quarter-final spots which will be contested by championship hosts Als’s Puk Tawana, Royal Wizards, Cape Town Roses, Bloemfontein Celtics, City Lads and Empumalanga Ladies in the final group stage matches on Wednesday, 27 November at the Alabama Stadium.

Day 3 Fixtures:

Day 3 – 27 Nov 2013 (Wednesday)

Host

Visitor

Time

Stadium

Match No.

Royal Wizards

vs

Al’s Puk Tawana

10:00

Alabama Stadium

7

Empumalanga Ladies

vs

City Lads

12:30

Alabama Stadium

8

Bloemfontein Celtics

vs

Cape Town Roses

15:00

Alabama Stadium

9

Day 4 – 28 Nov 2013 (Thursday) Alabama

First Quarter Final

Winner GA

vs

1st Runner-up GC

09:00

Alabama Stadium

10

Second Quarter Final

Winner GB

vs

1st Runner-up GA

11:00

Alabama Stadium

11

Third Quarter Final

Winner GC

vs

1st Runner-up GB

13:00

Alabama Stadium

12

Fourth Quarter Final

2nd Runner up

vs

2nd Runner up

15:00

Alabama Stadium

13

Day 5 – 29 November 2013 (Friday)

Host

Visitor

Time

Stadium

Match No.

1st Semis

Winner 1st QF

vs

Winner 3rd QF

12:30

Matlosana Stadium

14

2nd Semis

Winner 2nd QF

vs

Winner 4th QF

15:00

Matlosana Stadium

15

Day 6 – 30 November 2013 (Saturday) – REST DAY

Day 7 1 December 2013 (Sunday)

Host

Visitor

Time

Stadium

Match No.

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Convicted murderer Molemo “Jub Jub” Maarohanye may celebrate Christmas with his family if his lawyers have their way.

The award-winning musician’s defence council asked the South Gauteng High Court today to release him on bail pending the outcome of his appeal next year.

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By Obakeng Maje

Johannesburg-Gauteng police has allegedly arrested Kaizer Chiefs well-known soccer star after he was implicated in hijacking.

Two days ago, one of vehicles hijacked in Johannesburg CBD was found at his parking lot.

The player,23, was arrested along with his accomplice.

Our source confirmed that during arrest, two suspects were allegedly wearing the player’s official Kaizer Chiefs attaire.

They were arrested and will appear in court soon.

However Kaizer Chiefs communication Manager Alpheus Vina Maphosa vehemently denies the allegations and said he knows nothing about the incident.

“It is so the very first time I heard this from you. From where we stand, no Kaizer Chiefs player has been arrested” Maphosa said.

Gauteng police spokesperson Lungelo Dlamini could not confirm the incident as his phone rang unanswered.

According to reports, the suspects who were arrested along with the player were allegedly involved in a hijack that was caught on camera in JHB CBD weeks ago.-TDN

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By Obakeng Maje

Lichtenburg-North West police arrested two suspects in Blydeville township, near Lichtenburg for dealing with drugs.

Two males aged 30 and 33 were found in possession of drugs on Monday after a tip-off at Blydeville Location.

“The suspects were allegedly found in possession of drugs worth the estimated value of  R14 000,00” sergeant Kealeboga Molale said.

The suspects were arrested and they will appear before the Lichtenburg Magistrates’ Court on Thursday.

A case of possession of drugs is investigated.-TDN

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By Obakeng Maje

Taung-A 31 year-old parolee is expected to appear before Taung Magistrate Court for alleged rape.

Police said a 31 year-old man allegedly raped a woman,78 in a veld after he accosted on her.

Sergeant Kealeboga Molale said on Monday at around 14:00 pm, a woman was busy gathering firewood when a known suspect pounced on her.

“He allegedly produced a knife and threatened a woman. He grabbed and raped her. A woman informed her son about monstrousness and a suspects was apprehended by community members” said Molale.

The suspect is expected to appear before court for rape.

He was allegedly found at a nearby sheeben drinking.

The incident took place at Maphoitsile village, near Taung.-TDN

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By Kgatliso Ramose

South African international Thulani Serero scored his first UEFA championship goal against the Spanish giant Barcelona as the stubborn Ajax Amsterdam beat Barca 2-1 at Amsterdam Arena in a Group H clash last night.

Serero’s 18th minutes goal and Danny Hoesen 42nd minutes was enough to give Ajax Amsterdam a historic victory against the struggling Messi less Barcelona. 

Ajax Amsterdam was all over Barcelona, dominated the first half and broke the shaky Barca defender very easily.

The Soweto-born who played for Ajax Cape Town before joining the Ajax Amsterdam and who is now on the Full Ham wanted list.

Serero lost a favour in many South Africans when he allegedly faked an injury while he was guaranteed a start on an important game for Bafana on their quest to secure a ticket to Brazil 2014 because he might pick an injury which will prevent him for playing against Barcelona.

Barca only goal of the match came from a penalty after Ajax defender Veltman who was red-carded after fouling Neymar Jnr on the 18 yards area. Xavi Hernandez converted a penalty.

Barca dominated the second half but failed to crack the confident and composed young Ajax Amsterdam team. Neymar Jnr almost scored an equaliser on the dying minutes after beating Ajax goalkeeper but it was ruled offside.-TDN

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Johannesburg – A German man believed to have been living illegally in South Africa for the past eight years was arrested at his home in Kibler Park, south of Johannesburg, on Tuesday, said the home affairs department.

“Willi Breuer is currently detained at Lindela Repatriation Centre awaiting deportation,” department spokesman Thapelo Moeng said in a statement.

Breuer, 61, is reportedly a close friend of Czech fugitive Radovan Krejcir.

According to the City Press, Breuer secured a private audience with Zuma at his Johannesburg home last September.

He reportedly boasted during the meeting that he and his company Auxilium Africa were going to invest billions in South Africa and transform waste management, particularly in poorer municipalities, the newspaper reported.

Sapa