Daily Archives: October 28, 2014

REWARD IN MEYIWA KILLING INCREASED TO R250 000


Cape Town – Police Commissioner Riah Phiyega has confirmed that the reward for an arrest in the murder of Senzo Meyiwa has been increased to R250 000.

Originally an amount of R150 000 was mentioned as the reward, but Phiyega on Monday upped that figure to R250 000 when addressing the media.

Phiyega also provided information of the suspects.

“Two are believed to be in late twenties, one in early thirties,” Phiyega said.

The 27-year-old Orlando Pirates goalkeeper died yesterday after suffering a single shot through the chest at the home of girlfriend Kelly Khumalo, an actress and singer, in the township of Vosloorus, Gauteng.

“Two guys entered the house and demanded mobile phones, money and other valuables,” provincial community safety official Sizakele Nkosi-Malubane said today.

“Senzo tried to protect Kelly because one of the men had a gun pointed towards her.”

Police yesterday said two men entered Khumalo’s house at about 8pm. A third waited outside the house and all three fled immediately after the shooting.

Meyiwa was declared dead on arrival at hospital, the police added.

By: SPORT 24

Meyiwa’s teammates united in grief


Johannesburg – Bafana Bafana and Cardiff City player Kagisho Dikgacoi has urged South African police to swiftly arrest the killers of his teammate, Senzo Meyiwa.

“We cannot tolerate such behaviour (sic) which will go unpunished,” Dikgacoi said in a statement issued by the South African Football Association.

Bafana Bafana and Orlando Pirates captain and goalkeeper Meyiwa, 27, was shot dead in Vosloorus, Gauteng, on Sunday.

“The police must work round the clock to bring his killers to book. This is just not on, we can’t go on like this as a country.”

Dikgacoi, who has 54 Bafana appearances to his name and plies his trade for the English championship side, was shocked when he heard the news.

“It is hard to believe he is really gone. Even now I find it difficult to think of him as the deceased.

“Why Senzo? When I got the news last night I called around from my place in England to South Africa and when it was even confirmed I still phoned more people because I could not believe it.”

Fellow Bafana teammate Reneilwe Letsholonyane paid tribute to Meyiwa’s ability.

“On the field we all know he did his job magnificently for his club and represented his country with pride,” said Letsholonyane.

“Senzo was a very good goalkeeper and facing him in the Kaizer Chiefs-Orlando Pirates derby was always a challenge because he was very competitive.”

Bafana and Doncaster Rovers midfielder Dean Furman said Meyiwa’s leadership was outstanding.

“He was a lovely leader, outstanding person whose performance on the field was unbelievable, something we can all learn from him. He will sorely be missed,” said Furman.

“This is just terrible news, very awful and it’s hard to even think about anything else. When death strikes near you, it sort of puts life into perspective.” – Sapa

Pudumoe Old Age Centre dilemma ends as workers return

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By Obakeng Maje
Pudumoe- The dispute between Old Age project contractor and his deposed employees has been resolved.

Fourteen employees were fired by contractor Eddie Toms after some payment dispute.

According to Pelonomi Phoko, Toms fired them for no apparent reasons and replaced them with other 14 employees from Limpopo province.

“We were just fired for no apparent reasons. When we arrived at work on Monday two weeks ago, the contractor told us that we are fired and informed us to come and fetch our contract termination letters” Phoko said.

She said they were victimized by Toms because they stand for their rights and they are outspoken.

Thabang Property Development contractor was hired by department of Public Works to build an Old Age centre in Pudumoe location, near Taung.

The contractor and his son were arrested for common assault after they allegedly beaten one of then fired employees, Poloko Motsewabone.

“I was assaulted by the contractor and his son at the site after an argument. He threatened to shoot me and pointed me with a firearm and knife” Motsewabone said.

He further said Pudumoe Police allegedly refused to open a case of pointing of firearm against the contractor.

However North West police captain Pelonomi Makau refutes the claim, but confirmed that a case of common assault was opened against Pudumoe Old-Age Centre contractor.

“We know that the victim launched a case of common assault against the contractor and never launched a case of point of firearm against the perpetrator. We would like to advice the victim to go back to the station and add more charges and meet with station commissioner if the police refuse to help him” Makau said.

The 14 employees returned to work after a thorough intervention from North West Public Works Director George Madoda.

“We can confirm that 14 employees who were fired by Thabang Property Development contractor returned to work and some of their grievances will be dealt with in no time. The agreement was reached both between them [contractor and employees]” Madoda said.

The agreement brings to an end the dilemma that was hovering over the project and the two year contract signed by employees stands.
-TDN
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Career Exhibition an eye-opener to Taung students

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By Obakeng Maje
Taung- Different professionals gathered under the same roof at Raipela primary school in Maphoitsile village, near Taung for Career Exhibition on Friday.

The Career Exhibition was designed to provide prospective students with necessary tools to succeed in professional tertiary education and beyond.

“The Career Exhibition has evolved to encompass a breadth of information to facilitate a successful, fulfilling and stress-free student experience.

“We target primary school students so that they can be able to choose subjects wisely and know what is needed in their prospective career now” Galaletsang Mothowaakae, who is a teacher at the school said.

Mothowaakae,44, said the students must understand what kind of subjects to embark on if they want to make it in their chosen career path.

All various career representatives were there including South African Police Service and Legal Aid.

Humbelani Mashau, who is a Town Planner at Greater Taung Local Municipality said the students will be able to find out more about graduating employment opportunities and which career path to choose from.

“Career exhibition offers you brand awareness, brand visibility and graduate recruitment about program sustainability. As a Town Planner, there will be more opportunities in the field, but discipline and determination is needed” Mashau said.

She said one need to be well-focused and choose subjects like Physical Science, Geography and Mathematics to become a Town Planner.

A grade 7 pupil, Gift Sibanda,14, said meeting with representatives from wide-range professions is breath-taking as this will help them to determine which universities and programs meet their needs.

“Meet with representatives from a wide-range of universities to determine which school and program best meets our needs as students. Gain insight and career advice from leading field specialists to better understand the expectations and roles of their contemplated professions was amazing” he said.

Another pupil from the school, Dipuo Phase,14, said being better equipped to make educated decisions regarding their futures through discussions, presentations and a wealth of information was great.

“Meet and share information with other prospective students and parents was good. Career Exhibition reduces the stress of the unknown by gaining an in-depth understanding of what university life entails; both in and out of the classroom.

“This will help students to explore the various options for extra-curricular activities provided by the Universities. As a student I’ve learnt that we can secure student loans if one if from previously disadvantage background too” she laments.

Raipela primary school was built by the late statesman Dr Nelson Mandela in the area and is one of the best primary schools across Dr Ruth Mompati.
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Malema in more hot water


Johannesburg – Three charges are being investigated against EFF leader Julius Malema for a scuffle involving a security guard, Limpopo police said on Monday.

“Mr Malema is being investigated for the pointing of a firearm, common assault, and malicious damage to property,” police spokesperson Ronel Otto said.

Malema allegedly pointed a firearm at a security guard at the Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane on Sunday morning, during an argument when Malema and his bodyguards wanted to leave. They had been attending a music festival at the stadium.

“It is alleged Mr Malema and his bodyguards went to a gate which was not used as an exit. An argument ensued with the security guard and Mr Malema allegedly pointed a firearm at the guard.”

She said the guard was allegedly pushed against the gate and the group opened it by force, damaging it.

“We are still taking statements from the people involved,” Otto said.

The charges were laid at the Polokwane police station.

Malema stands to face more charges after civil rights group AfriForum last week opened a case against him for allegedly assaulting a man, Cassie Moller, at a Steers outlet in Tzaneen around 02:00 on 6 August.

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