Monthly Archives: October 2014

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.
-TDN
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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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Taung man killed over R150


By Obakeng Maje
Reivilo- North West police are investigating a case of murder after a man was allegedly killed in Reivilo village, near Taung on Saturday.

Colonel Sabata Mokgwabone said a 43 year-old man was charged with murder after another man bludgeoned to death.

Mokgwabone further said investigation is needed into the case as there is a discrepancy amid the case.

According to reports, two men engaged into a fight after an argument. The two men’s wives are allegedly sisters.

Even though the cause of the fight is yet unknown, unconfirmed reports declare that the victim was owed R150 by the suspect.

“We still have to gather more details as according to reports, two men were allegedly engaged into an argument that precipitated to a fight.

“The victim allegedly drew a knife and tried to stab a 43 year-old man who is now a suspect in the matter. The deceased allegedly missed him and fell to the ground where he ploughed onto the knife” Mokgwabone said.

The victim was taken to Taung hospital bleeding profusely.

The victim suffered a stabbing wound in his thigh and allegedly died in hospital.

One of the men was working for Greater Taung municipality while the other one worked as contractor. Police said they still have to investigate how the suspect was charged with murder if the victim died after he fell on the knife.
-TDN
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Khoza retires Meyiwa’s jersey No.1


It was an unusual sight to see an Orlando Pirates team as quiet as the one that assembled at the Rand Stadium in Johannesburg on Monday morning.

This came after club captain Senzo Meyiwa was shot dead in an alleged robbery in Vosloorus, Ekurhuleni, the previous night.

The venue was meant to be used for the first training session ahead of the scheduled Soweto derby against Kaizer Chiefs on Saturday, but instead was turned into a place of remembrance for the team’s fallen captain.
For more http://www.timeslive.co.za

FIFA sends Meyiwa condolences


Johannesburg- FIFA president Sepp Blatter has expressed his sorrow at the death of Senzo Meyiwa in a letter addressed to SAFA president Danny Jordaan.

“On behalf of the international football community I would like to express my deepest sorrow and anguish at the senseless killing of South Africa and Orlando Pirates goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwa last night. My heart goes out to his friends and family for the terrible loss of his young life,” reports FIFA.com.
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Senzo’s killers look like this!


The South African Police Service have revealed descriptions on the men responsible for the killing of Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa.

The Orlando Pirates goalkeeper was gunned down in the Vosloorus house of his girlfriend, Kelly Khumalo, last night.
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Senzo – Khune’s Second Chief


Untimely as it were, Senzo Meyiwa’s death is sure to hit Kaizer Chiefs goalkeeper Itumeleng Khune with much sorrow, especially as they shared a wonderful friendship.

Being club rivals never meant anything to them, as they were always seen together smiling, laughing and joking. Competition will always be there, whether it is for the Bafana Bafana national team or even pride in the Soweto derby, however, it never deterred their friendship.
For more http://www.soccerladuma.co.za

An emotional Kelly Khumalo leaves her Vooslorus home

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Vosloorus- Singer and actress Kelly Khumalo left her home in Vosloorus, Ekurhuleni, on Monday, where her boyfriend Bafana Bafana captain Senzo Meyiwa was reportedly shot dead.
Police had cordoned-off her home, along with a neighbouring house on either side.

Khumalo, dressed in a white shirt and jeans, with a light blue scarf wrapped around her head, drove out of her yard in a silver-grey BMW X6, accompanied by her younger sister. Her sister was carrying a packet with three boxes of Mageu.

Khumalo was escorted by police and drove past neighbours and media gathered near her home. The 27-year-old national team and Orlando Pirates goalkeeper and captain was shot dead at about 8pm in Vosloorus on Sunday.

Police spokesman Brigadier Neville Malila could not confirm earlier on Monday whether Meyiwa was in Khumalo’s home when he was shot dead. He was reportedly shot while protecting her.

No arrests had yet been made and police were investigating a case of murder. National police commissioner Riah Phiyega is currently addressing the media about the investigation into Meyiwa’s shooting.
-Sapa

Taung male nurse nabbed after “raping” a patient


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By Obakeng Maje
Taung- A 39 year-old man briefly appeared before Taung Magistrate Court on Monday after he allegedly raped a patient at Taung Clinic in Taung CBD.

Tshepo Lekgolo,39, who serves as a male nurse at Taung Station clinic allegedly raped a patient at the clinic on Tuesday.

North West police said the patient went to the clinic for medical attention, but was allegedly sexually assaulted by the male nurse.

“We are investigating a case of rape after a 44 year-old woman was allegedly raped by a male nurse,39, at the local clinic. A case of rape was launched by police and investigation continues” colonel Sabata Mokgwabone said.

The anxious Lekgolo wearing a grey trouser and powder-blue shirt, briefly appeared at Taung Magistrate Court and a his case was postponed until Wednesday for further investigations.

Lekgolo’s lawyer Mpolokile Mkhize from Isang Ngakale Incorporations said he is not at liberty to divulge the content of the case as he is still have to gather all facts.

The victim’s family did not want to talk to the media and left the court-room immediately after the case was postponed.

North West Department of Health suspended the nurse after the allegations leveled against him. “We can only respond in brief by saying the Department is aware of the allegation leveled against one of our employee, a male nurse who is alleged to have raped a patient. The Department has precautionary suspended the said male nurse and the matter has been reported to Saps for further investigation” departmental spokesperson Tebogo Lekgethwane said.

Lekgolo’s family members shed tears after the postponement and entered their car with “no comment” answer to our questions.
-TDN
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Pirates, Chiefs want Derby postponement


Kaizer Chiefs have joined Orlando Pirates in asking the Premier Soccer League to postpone this weekend’s Soweto Derby.

The season’s showpiece match was meant to have been played on Saturday, but the death of Senzo Meyiwa last night has made everything else pale into significance.

Speaking at a press conference, Pirates boss Dr Irvin Khoza confirmed the request.
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