JOHANNESBURG – Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga on Monday announced that 78,2 percent of grade 12 learners passed the National Senior Certificate exams in 2013.
The latest figure is up from the 2012 pass rate of 73,9 percent.
More details to follow.
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Monthly Archives: January 2014
Basetsana step up preparations for Nigeria
The South African U20 Women’s National team (Basetsana) have vowed to up their antic when they take on Nigeria in the third and final round of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup qualifiers Canada 2014.
Basetsana are among four African countries that will battle for two spots on the continent that will join the last 14 at the 2014 Edition of the FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup that will be staged between 5-24 August later this year.
Basetsana know what is at stake and will be looking to carry a positive mental attitude when they travel to the Nigeria on Thursday (9 January) for the first leg encounter that will be played at the National Stadium in Abuja on Saturday, 11 January.
Kick-off is at 16h00 local time in Nigeria (15h00 South African time).
Coming from a 9-1 aggregate win over Tanzania in the second round, head coach Sheryl Botes feels this weeks’ preparations are crucial as they look to progress past the third round and book a historic spot for the World Cup.
Basetsana mentor has assembled a strong squad of 18 players preparing for the crucial first leg qualifier at Edenvale Football Grounds and are of the opinion that preparations have been going well since the team started training on Saturday (4 January).
“Preparations have been going well since the girls came together on Saturday. We all know the importance of being in top condition for the match against Nigeria.
“We know it’s going to be a physical encounter, probably more physical than what we faced in Tanzania but we need to be prepared for any situation. The mood in camp is high and the girls want to do well against Nigeria,” said Botes.
Basetsana will be without the services of High Performance Centre left-winger, Gabriella Salgado who has a recurring muscle injury and USA based forward, Robyn Moodaly who will be travelling back to the US due to study commitments.
“We are hoping to get everything right by the time we leave for Nigeria on Thursday. With the home ground advantage on Nigeria’s side, they will obviously be looking to start off positively but we want to contain them and hopefully squeeze in an away goal.
“We unfortunately had to exclude Gaby from the squad as she recovering from a recurring muscle injury but we brought in Chamelle, who will still be assessed to determine her readiness for the match. We want to do well against Nigeria and qualify for the World Cup. It would be good for the country,” said the Basetsana mentor.
The South Africans will return on Monday, 13 January 2014.
TEAM LIST
No.
Name & Surname
Club
Province
GOALKEEPERS
1
Kaylin Swart
University of Western Cape (UWC)
WC
2
Regirl Ngobeni
High Performance Centre (HPC)
GP
3
Katlego Moletsane
Golden Ladies FC
NW
DEFENDERS
4
Vuyo Mkhabela
UWC
WC
5
Chamelle Wiltshire
HPC
GP
6
Meagan Newman
HPC
WC
7
Lesego Nkoane
HPC
GP
8
Nomonde Nomtsheke
Bloemfontein Celtic Ladies FC
FS
8
Caryn van Reyneveld
Spurs FC
WC
9
Tiisetso Makhubela
Torino FC
NW
MIDFIELDERS
10
Nomvula kgoale
HPC
LMP
11
Koketso Mamabolo
HPC
LMP
12
Amanda November
Pioneer FC
EC
13
Amogelang Motau
HPC
LMP
14
Thembi Kgatlane
HPC
GP
15
Gabriella Salgado
HPC
GP
STRIKERS
16
Shiwe Nogwanya
Bloemfontein Celtic Ladies FC
FS
17
Mosili Makhoali
Celta Vigo FC
GP
18
Sduduzo Dlamini
Tottenham FC
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Premier Modise commends arrest of six policemen for alleged involvement in business robberies
Ruatenburg- The arrest of six North West policemen for allegations of involvement in business robberies around Rustenburg should restore the confidence of the public in the ability of the police to cleanse themselves of rogue elements within the police service, Premier Thandi Modise said on Monday.
“The involvement of police in crime undermines the confidence that the public has on law enforcement hence we commend intensified efforts to uproot elements within the police service involved in crime. There should be no place in the police service for those who run with the hares and hunt with the hounds,” said Premier Modise in commenting police for the arrests.
Modise said that the arrests of four Tlhabane detectives and two crime intelligence officers who appeared in the Rustenburg Magistrate Court on Monday after their arrest in two unrelated cases separate incidents over the weekend marks the highlight of the success of the festive season operation duty calls which did not give criminals breathing space.
The six were remanded in police custody pending their next court appearance for formal bail application.
Meanwhile, Premier Modise has also called for an investigation into the circumstance surrounding the accidental shooting of a member of the police service by a colleague during a raid at a robbery suspect’s house in Lefaragatlhe near Tlhabane.-TDN
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Komphela joins Maritzburg United
JOHANNESBURG – Maritzburg United have confirmed the appointment of Steve Komphela as head coach following the sacking of Clinton Larsen last week.
Komphela, who signed a two–and–a–half year deal with the team, says he is looking forward to managing in the PSL again following his sacking from the Free State Stars in December.
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Pirates Get Ready For Supersport United
Johannesburg-News reaching the Siya crew is that, Orlando Pirates, will resume training on Tuesday as they prepare for next week’s Absa Premiership clash against SuperSport United.
Pirates PRO, Mickey Modisane, confirmed to the Siya crew that the Buccaneers will resume training on Tuesday.
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No well-paid jobs for matriculants- report
Johannesburg – Matriculants hoping to increase their job prospects should look to train further after school, trade union Solidarity said on Monday.
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Premier Modise appeals for support for learners who wrote matric
North West Premier Thandi Modise has ahead of the announcement of the provincial matric results appealed for learners who had written their matric in 2013 to be given support irrespective of the results they would have obtained.
“We wish those who have passed all of the best in their career choices and those who did not make it not to give up. Our youth is our future in whom we have invested our hope and aspirations. We believe in them to overcome their anxiety, hurdles and to seize opportunities availed for them to pursue further studies as they focus on a future that is ahead of them,” said Premier Modise.
The Premier is scheduled to deliver the keynote address and co-officiate with the MEC for Education and Training, Wendy Matsemela at the official announcement of to be held at the Royal Ballroom South Conference Hall at Sun City at 10:00 am tomorrow 7 January 2013.-TDN
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All Bafana Bafana players in camp
Bafana Bafana will have a full complement of players when they have their training session this afternoon (Monday, 6 January 2014) at the Santos training field in Landsdowne starting at 16h00.
This comes after the arrival of four Kaizer Chiefs players as well as Moeneeb Josephs from Bidvest Wits.
The quartet – Itumeleng Khune, Bernard Parker, Siphiwe Tshabalala and Tefu Mashamaite – and Josephs are currently undergoing medicals in Cape Town as required by the tournament.
Head coach Gordon Igesund is still contemplating a replacement for the injured Tsepo Masilela from Chiefs, who has since been withdrawn from the squad.-TDN
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DA: Thandi Modise insults the North West
By Obakeng Maje
Mahikeng-Premier Thandi Modise’s excuses for buying a R1.3 million BMW 750i is a slap in the face for the people of North West, says DA Chris Hattingh.
Three months ago, Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan promised South Africans that government would spend less on wasteful and luxurious items like expensive cars and alcohol.
“Premier Modise simply ignored the new policy and bought herself the most expensive car she could find. Her excuse that the car had been ordered before Minister Gordhan’s announcement is complete nonsense.
All it would have taken to cancel the order is one phone call to the dealer in Mahikeng. Instead, Premier Modise went through with it, even after the Treasury suggested a more affordable BMW 530 instead” Hattingh said.
According to DA politicians in President Zuma’s ANC always go for the most expensive and luxurious option at the tax payers’ expense and it must stop.
“This waste cannot continue while people live in poverty without proper service delivery. The Premier must appear before the North West Provincial Public Accounts Committee to explain her decision to buy the car” concludes Chris Hattingh.-TDN
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Taung taxi-owner granted R5000 bail
By Obakeng Maje
Taung-A 33 year-old Taung taxi-owner, Xolani Lloyd Nkonyane granted aa bail of R5000 by Taung Magistrate Court on Monday.
Nkonyane was subsequently arrested a month ago after he was implicated in a business robbery.
A Taung prominent businessman will reports at Taung Police Station on Monday and Friday weekly until his next court appearance on 12 February 2014.
Nkonyane was arrested after a Chinese shop was robbed in Molelema village, near Taung.
Five suspects allegedly entered a Chinese shop and threatened the owner by guns.
Airtime vouchers, groceries and undisclosed amount of money were robbed.
The community members helped on the chase after the owner of the shop screamed for a help.
The shoot-outs occurred and police were called.
Suspects were allegedly cornered at Picong village and four of them managed to escape leaving Nkonyane behind.
He was arrested and charged with attempted murder, business robbery and being in possession of firearm and ammunitions.
Nkonyane had previous cases where he was aquitted.
Police investigation continues and will be back again on the 12 February 2014.-TDN
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