Daily Archives: April 7, 2015

Mogwase Family Easter Festival to change Moses Kotane Community

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(Picture Supplied): Singer Candy with kids

(Picture Supplied): Singer Candy with kids

Rustenburg- A three day music extravaganza in Mogwase was not just entertainment but a golden opportunity for residents of 109 villages of Moses Kotane Local Municipality. Just two weeks after the political icon, Moses Kotane was reburied at his home village of Phella, thousands of residents converged at Mogwase stadium during the Easter weekend to support and promote local initiatives to honor Kotane.

Renowned artists like Dr Malinga, Candy Tsa Mandebele, KB Motsilenyane, Busiswa, Badimo Jazz Band, Clerence The Gospel Singer (CTGS) and many more artists entertained the crowd and had an opportunity to dine and wine with more than 5000 children from local villages.

Genplay Play Broadcast Media and Moses Kotane Foundation are embarking on a yearlong support of the 109 villages of the municipality named after Kotane.

They will uplift and promote local artists. Candy adopted two 10-year-olds local kids, Onalenna Serongwane and (10) Katlego Maqubu (10), she will mentor them until they become national stars.

Moses Kotane Local Municipality also bought more than 10 stalls for local entrepreneurs. “The reason was to boost and support local SMMEs in the Moses Kotane Local Municipality. The event was well attended and supported. Now we have agreed with artists like Dr Malinga and Candy to unearth talent in our villages. Moses Kotane remains brought joy and happiness in our villages,” said Kefilwe Motloba, event organizer.

-TDN

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SAFA mourns tragic passing away of Richard Henyekane

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KIMBERLEY- The South African Football Association (SAFA) has learnt with shock and disbelief the sudden passing away of former Bafana Bafana and Free State Stars forward, Richard Tebogo Henyekane.

 

The 31-year old player died in a car accident in the early hours of Tuesday morning (7 March) when he was involved in a tragic car accident. He was with four other people in the vehicle.

 

SAFA would like to convey their heartfelt and deepest condolences to the family, friends, teammates and supporters of Henyekane.

 

His death comes just five months after the passing away of his brother Joseph Henyekane, himself a professional former footballer.

 

“Another soldier has fallen. Richard’s death comes at a time when we were not really done grieving the passing away of his brother Joseph. SAFA would like to send out our deepest sympathies to the Henyekane family for their heartbreaking loss. We can never know how much pain you are in but just know that you are in our prayers and we ask that the Almighty grant you strength in these trying times,” said SAFA President, Dr Danny Jordaan who is in Cairo, Egypt attending a CAF Congress.

 

“Sadly, Richard’s death comes at a time we are still trying to come to terms with the death of another prominent figure, Minister Collins Chabane in another car accident; this is devastating.

“While we don’t know yet full details of circumstances surrounding Richard’s tragic death, the message to all is be careful on the roads; be extra vigilant. We are losing our people in this fashion at a rapid rate – we need to do something. May his soul rest in peace.”

 

The Kimberly Express, as he was fondly known, played his last match for Free State Stars on Saturday, 4 April where they lost 1-0 to Amazulu at Moses Mabhida Stadium after coming on as a substitute.

 

His scored his last goal in a 1-1 draw against Orlando Pirates at Charles Mopeli Stadium last year in May.

 

In the 2008/09 season, he won the Absa Premiership Top Goalscorer Award with 19 goals.

 

He made nine appearances for Bafana Bafana and was once on the books of Mamelodi Sundowns and Lamontville Golden Arrows.

FACT FILE:

 

Full name:                Tebogo Richard Henyekane

 

DOB:                          28 September 1983

 

Birthplace:               Galeshewe, Kimberley

 

Nickname:                Kimberley Express

 

Clubs played for:    Naughty Boys (amateur team), Basotho Tigers, Premier United, Hellenic, Golden Arrows, Mamelodi Sundowns, Free State Stars

 

Honours:                   Nine Bafana Bafana caps

2008/09 PSL Top Goal scorer

2009 MTN 8 winner (Golden Arrows)

-TDN

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Magogong family crestfallen after murder

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BY OBAKENG MAJE
THE family of Jonker in Magogong village, near Taung is crestfallen after their son was killed by unknown men.

The atrocity took place on Saturday at Majaneng village, near Taung.

Segametsi Jonker(50) said her sister’s son who was mental ill, left the house on Friday, but they do not know how he ended in Majaneng.

“Sibongile was not mentally-fit and left the house on Friday, but he couldn’t say where he was going. We are very disturbed by the incident and hope the suspects will be apprehended soon” Segametsi Jonker said.

North West police said a 35 year-old man was allegedly attacked by four unknown men who hit him with a spade.

“We can confirm that the incident took place on Friday where a 35 year-old man was allegedly attacked and killed by four unknown men. It is alleged that the men were involved in a fight and four men attacked the victim with a spade” colonel Emelda Setlhako said.

Setlhako said the victim (Sibongile Jonker) was confirmed dead by paramedics after he suffered terrible injuries on his head.

She said no one was arrested yet and asked anyone with information that could lead to any arrest, to come forward.

The Jonker family, who stays in a four roomed RDP house, said they do not have any money to bury their loved one.

“We’re very depressed because we do not have any money to bury him. Any samaritan who could help, please come forward with any possible help, so that our son could be buried with dignity” Segametsi said.

Sibongile Jonker, who resides in Magogong village, Taung will be buried on Saturday.

-TDN

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North West political stalwart statue to be unveiled

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By Obakeng Maje
Vryburg- A new statue of a struggle stalwart, Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati will be unveiled in Vryburg to celebrate the life of a living activist ‘Mama Ruta Mompati’ as she is affectionately known.

Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District came up with this plan in honoring Mompati who is been described as one of the most towering figures in political history.

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“By putting Mama Ruta Segomotsi Mompati statue,we giving her an eternal home in our district. The statue celebrates the incredibly special contribution she made not only in North West, but South Africa at large” one of officials who did not want to be named said.

Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati was very grateful after hearing that her statue is ready to be unveiled.

Mama Ruta who was very emotional while talking to us, said she feels honoured and she said all wouldn’t be possible without her fellow comrades who contributed immensely in fighting for democracy.

“I am humble and highly-appreciates to be honored in this manner, however all wouldn’t be achieved without other struggling stalwarts who fought tirelessly to make sure we are where we are today” Mompati said.

A 89 year-old stalwart also encouraged the youth of today to know their history as it carries historical information.

“I would like to encourage our youth to make sure they know their history and must go to school. Education is the key, and they must remember they are the future of tomorrow” she said.

The statue of ‘Mama Ruta’ is built just in front of Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati’s offices.

Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati Executive Mayor, Elvis Tladinyane was engaged in a meeting the time we go to print.

The statue will be unveiled on Friday to honour the living legend of struggle, Mama Ruta Mompati.
-TDN
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Who is Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati?

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Vryburg- Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati was born in Tlapeng Village, few kilometres from Ganyesa in Kagisano-Molopo area within the district of Bophirima, now called Dr Ruth Mompati District Municipality after it (the district) being named after her. Born on the 14 September  1925, she grew up in a thoroughly rural environment. Between 1933 and 1940 she attended Vryburg United Primary Schools, where she completed Standard six (6). Two years later, she continued her schooling at Tigerkloof Institution of Education where she received her Native Lower Primary Certificate. In 1944 she started her teaching career at the age of nineteen in Dithakwaneng Primary School near Vryburg.

“She is passionately known as “Mama Ruta” within her community”

She got married in 1952 and lost her job due to apartheid laws regulated that black female teachers were not supposed to get married. Immediately after, she moved to Johannesburg and became an active member of the ANC Orlando branch. In the same year, she studied short-hand typing.

In 1953 she was employed by Mandela and Tambo Attorneys as a short-hand typist. She became a member of the National Executive Committee of the ANC Women’s League and become one of the founder members of the Federation of South African  Women the following year. She was one of the organisers and leaders of the Anti Pass Law march in Pretoria on the 9th August 1956.

In 1962, she left the country for Military training with MKhondo We Sizwe in the then Soviet Union.  She could not return to the Country to do her underground work because her colleague had given evidence against the ANC leadership. She had to become the full-time cadre of the underground movement in exile.

In 1966 she was elected to the National Executive Committee and during the same year she was transferred to the ANC‘s office in Zambia, but continued between Tanzania and Zambia during the course of her work in the ANC President’s office. In 1966, she was sent to Germany by the movement as the ANC Women’s League secretary to represent the Federation of South African Women in its secretariat.

In 1990, she was chosen to be part of the ANC delegation that negotiated the peaceful transition with the government at Groote Schuur. In 1994 she was elected to the National Assembly of the Republic of South Africa and served as a Member of Parliment from 1994-1996 before she seconded to become an Ambassador to Switzerland until 2000.

In 1996, Mama Ruth was awarded an Honorary Masters Degree in Education by the University of the North West in Mahikeng. The scholarship was named after her by Huston-Tillotson University, in Austin, Texas, USA. In 1998, the Medical University of South Africa awarded her an Honorary Doctorate. She has been the Mayor of Naledi Local Municipality from June 2000 until May 2010. In consolidating the vision of the society and the country she liberated, this true activist and daughter of the soil continues to serve community in various capacities. She serves on many Boards, including being Chairperson of the Swiss-South Africa Corporative Initiative Trust.

-TDN

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One person died, six admitted in hospital in Taung crash

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BY OBAKENG MAJE
TAUNG- North West police are investigating a case of culpable homicide after a Quantum minibus taxi allegedly knocked down a pedestrian on Friday.

The accident took place on Friday at Morokweng village, near Taung and six people were taken to Taung hospital for medical attention.

“It is alleged that a 35 year-old driver lost control of the minibus taxi and plunged on a 38-year-old pedestrian who was walking along the road” colonel Emelda Setlhako said.

Setlhako said the pedestrian was certified dead on the scene by paramedics and a culpable homicide case was registered at Taung police station.
-TDN
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Truck collision leaves three injured

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By Obakeng Maje
A collision between two trucks and light motor vehicle this morning(07 April 2015) the R54 20km outside of Potchefstroom has left three people injured.

ER24 paramedics arrived on scene and found the road blocked by heavy traffic. A large truck lay on its side blocking the entire road, its contents of alcohol spread across the scene. A second truck lay some distance away in the field while the light motor vehicle had stopped on the side of the road.

“On assessment, paramedics found that both truck drivers as well as the driver of the light motor vehicle had sustained minor injuries in the collision” ER24 spokesperson Russel Meiring said.

Meiring said paramedics treated the patients for their injuries and thereafter transported them to Mediclinic Potchefstroom for further observations.

The cause of the collision is not yet known but local authorities were on scene for further investigations.
-TDN
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Stars mourn Henyekane passing

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Free State Stars have offered their condolences following the death of striker Richard Henyekane in a car accident.

Henyekane, 31, passed away in the early hours of this morning.

Stars released a statement, which said: “Free State Stars hereby expresses its heartfelt condolences on the passing away of star striker Richard Henyekane in the early hours of this morning.

“Henyekane was travelling with four other passengers when they were involved in a tragic motor vehicle accident.

“He was, unfortunately the only one to lose his life in this incident.

“We wish to say to the Henyekane family that they must know that we are with them at all times, and trust that they will put all their sorrows in the hands of God the Almighty in this hard period.

“To the Stars family of fans, sponsors, supporters and others we believe that this is a period in which you will remain steadfast in the praying for Henyekane’s teammates as they come to terms with this sad moment.

“South African football has lost yet another one of our promising players… go well ’Kimberley Express’”.

The former Bafana Bafana international earned nine caps, and also represented Mamelodi Sundowns and Golden Arrows.

His brother Joseph Henyekane passed away in December last year at the age of 30, having also been on the books of Arrows, as well as Mpumalanga Black Aces and Bidvest Wits.

TDN sends its condolences to the Henyekane family.
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