Monthly Archives: January 2014

We are confident we can beat Mali – Vilakazi


Bafana Bafana midfielder Sibusiso Vilakazi believes they have what it takes to do well against Mali in the second match of the 2014 CHAN tournament currently underway in three cities – Cape Town, Mangaung and Polokwane.

 

South Africa faces Mali on Wednesday, 15 January 2014 at the Cape Town Stadium.

 

Kickoff is at 17h00.

 

Both Mali and Bafana Bafana won their opening matches – 2-1 and 3-1 respectively and are joint top of Group A with South Africa ahead on a better goal difference.

 

“We are well aware of what lies ahead of us. We have been studying their videos and I am convinced we will get the better of them because we know what to expect. They are physically strong but I am certain we will compete,” Vilakazi.

 

“If they go unchecked they could be a serious threat. We know it is going to be a tough one but we will go there very much prepared because we have had two good training sessions since our match against Mozambique. From what we saw in their clash against Nigeria, Mali is, without doubt, a good team but they can be beaten.”

 

South Africa’s victory over Mozambique has certainly boosted the mood in the camp ahead of the important clash with Mali.

 

“It was important for us to get a good start and we want to build on to that. It was never a simple game. It’s never easy in a tournament like this as everyone wants to win. We are motivated to win,” added Vilakazi.

 

Fellow midfielder, Matthew Pattison is also upbeat after Bafana Bafana’s performance on Saturday, 11 January 2014.

 

“First of all it’s good to be back in the national team fold, it is great to see one’s hard work rewarded. We have a new coach and new faces, so it’s nice to see a bit of variety in the team,” said Pattison, who earned his third cap against Mozambique.

 

“We want to get to the knockout stages and the dressing room is upbeat but we know we can do better. We are aware that the Mali players are a bit physical but I enjoy that side of the game so I should be able to compete,” concluded Pattison.-TDN
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Seven in court for murder


By Obakeng Maje
Sun City-The seven suspects who appeared in Mogwase Magistrates’ Court yesterday for the alleged murder of a 26-year-old man remains in custody till 21 January 2014 for their next court appearance, says colonel Sabata Mokgwabone.

Thabo Phillimon Magomeng,24, Lucy Mahlangu,39, Kelebogile Molapisi,29, Maggie Yvonne Qhayi,34, George Niki Mahlangu,21, Siphiwe Mahlangu,33, Lucky Deon Sito,42 and Neo Ngaledzani,26 are accused.  

The incident occurred on Saturday, 11 January 2014, at approximately 00:30 at Letlhabile section, Ledig village near Sun City. 

“It is alleged that the victim was with his friend when the accused assaulted them, amongst others with sjamboks for allegedly suspecting that they stole a cellular phone” said colonel Sabata Mokgwabone.

According to the report, one of the victims managed to break free and ran away while the other was taken to Moses Kotane hospital by an ambulance after a severe assault.  

The police were later called and informed that the victim died.

The police launched a manhunt for the suspects and that led to their apprehension through assistance and pointing by the other victim.-TDN
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Seven accused remanded in custody


By Obakeng Maje
Sun City-The seven suspects who appeared in Mogwase Magistrates’ Court yesterday for the alleged murder of a 26-year-old man remains in custody till 21 January 2014 for their next court appearance, says colonel Sabata Mokgwabone.

Thabo Phillimon Magomeng,24, Lucy Mahlangu,39, Kelebogile Molapisi,29, Maggie Yvonne Qhayi,34, George Niki Mahlangu,21, Siphiwe Mahlangu,33, Lucky Deon Sito,42 and Neo Ngaledzani,26 are accused.  

The incident occurred on Saturday, 11 January 2014, at approximately 00:30 at Letlhabile section, Ledig village near Sun City. 

“It is alleged that the victim was with his friend when the accused assaulted them, amongst others with sjamboks for allegedly suspecting that they stole a cellular phone” said colonel Sabata Mokgwabone.

According to the report, one of the victims managed to break free and ran away while the other was taken to Moses Kotane hospital by an ambulance after a severe assault.  

The police were later called and informed that the victim died.

The police launched a manhunt for the suspects and that led to their apprehension through assistance and pointing by the other victim.-TDN
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Premier Modise appeals for calm following fatal shooting of protesters


North West Premier Thandi Modise has appealed for calm and constructive engagement following the alleged fatal shooting of two protestors during a service delivery protest near Damonsville outside Brits on Monday.

“We are saddened by the loss of lives which unconfirmed reports suggest might have risen to four and wish to convey our condolences to the families that lost their loved ones and also wish those injured a speedy recovery. We appeal to those with information surrounding the clash between the protestors and the police and the shooting to assist the independent police investigative directorate in their investigation,” said Premier Modise.
Spokesperson for IPID, Moses Dlamini confirmed that a murder docket has been opened and that an investigation was underway.Dlamini said that a post mortem examination of the two bodies would be conducted on Tuesday
 

Police had earlier said that two protesters were shot dead and two were wounded during a service delivery protest.Colonel Sabata Mokgobone said that police were called to monitor protesters after they barricaded a road with burning tyres.

Residents of Mothotlung, Damonville and part of Mmakau had been without water for a week due to a busted pipe.

Executive Mayor of Madibeng Local Municipality Councillor Poppy Magongwa who visited the injured in hospital while members of her mayoral committee visited the bereaved families said that residents were unhappy with tankering and were on route marching to the municipal offices in Brits when the confrontation with police occurred.

Magongwa is confident that water supply to the affected areas will be restored within the next few days as the ordered part still has to be manufactured as it is not readily available.    

“Our hard won democracy guarantees people the right to peaceful protest. While we sympathise with the need for our communities to voice their frustrations and dissatisfaction with service delivery, we wish to appeal that such protests be in accordance with the public gatherings act to avoid unnecessary confrontations and loss of lives,” underscored Premier Modise.

The Premier said it was unfortunate that the shooting occurred on the eve of a crucial meeting between herself and the Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs, Edna Molewa, MEC’s, Mayors, Councillors and Municipal Managers to be held at the Rustenburg Civic Centre to explore solutions to challenges of water provision, water losses, water resource management and beneficial use of water which has been worsened by the drought that hit most parts of the province.

The meeting is primarily aimed at ensuring that everyone has access to water and that growth and development targets are met.-TDN
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Premier Modise welcomes no bail for six rape and robbery suspects


Modikwe-North West Premier Thandi Modise has welcomed a no bail verdict for six suspects alleged to have raped a 25 year old woman in Modikwe village and called for a stiff sentence possible should they be found guilty. 

“Harsher sentences should serve as a deterrent to dissuade perpetrators of sexual violence which remain a traumatic experience with long term psychological effects on women and an abominable scourge against which society needs to unite in action to eradicate,” said Premier Modise.

The Premier said that the arrests should bring much relief to the community as the suspects had been terrorising members of the community.
 
The woman was reportedly sleeping when the suspects wearing balaclavas broke into her home on Christmas eve.

According to a media report, while the gangsters ransacked the house one of them took her to another room where he forcefully removed her clothes and raped her.

The six suspects were remanded in custody when they appeared in court.-TDN
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Two protesters killed in Brits


Brits – Two protesters were shot dead and two were wounded during a service delivery protest in Brits on Monday, North West police said.

Police were called to monitor protesters after they barricaded a road with burning tyres, said Colonel Sabata Mokgobone.

Residents started protesting on Sunday afternoon about a water shortage in Brits.

Details of the shooting were not clear, Mokgobone said. – Sapa


Katlego Mphela’s agent, Glyn Binkin, has responded angrily to Mamelodi Sundowns’ claims that he is trying to destabilise the club.

Sundowns published an article on their website stating that Binkin was trying to mislead the public and destabilise Sundowns ahead of Mphela’s imminent exit to join Kaizer Chiefs at the end of the season.
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A teen beaten to death: cop arrested


Johannesburg – Makhosana Kasi was beaten to death, allegedly by an off-duty metro police officer, for carrying a two-plate stove.

He and a friend had been walking home from a funeral vigil.

The Joburg metro police officer was to appear in court on Monday for allegedly beating the 17-year-old to death and assaulting his best friend.
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Kimberley man arrested after burning a kid to death


By Obakeng Maje
Kimberley-A reported missing boy Thabang Macqueena’s body found on Sunday at about 09:00 burned and dumped into a trench, in Phakedi Street, Galeshewe, near Kimberley.

“A 27-year-old father of the baby boy has been arrested and charged with murder. Our preliminary investigation indicates that a 1-year-old Thabang may possibly have been murdered on Thursday, and reporting him missing on Friday, 10 January 2014 was just a strategy to deceive the police investigation” liutenant Sergio Kock.

The arrest of the father resulted after Thabang’s mother hinted the police that the father had actually fabricated the story with regard to the report made about Thabang’s missing.

“Thabang was wrapped in a towel and burned not far away from their house in Phakedi Street. The body was in a state of decomposition, and it is the smell that attracted the inquisitiveness community people. The community contacted the police after the gruesome discovery” said Kock.

The father will appear before the Galeshewe Magistrate’s Court Monday on a charge of murder.-TDN
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Basetsana return from Nigeria


The South African U20 Women’s National team (Basetsana) returned from Nigeria on Monday (13 January) following their 6-0 loss to the West Africans in the third round, first leg FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifier played on Saturday, 11 January at the National Stadium in Abuja.

The return leg match will be played on Saturday, 25 January at a venue still to be confirmed. That match will determine one of the two African nations that will qualify for the 2014 edition of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup to be staged in Canada from 5 – 24 August later this year.-TDN
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