CAPE TOWN – Eleven suspected robbers who allegedly held up a liquor store in Kensington have been arrested.

The group’s minibus taxi was pulled over by authorities near the Airport Approach Road earlier this afternoon.

It’s understood the suspects raided a Liquor City outlet in Kensington earlier today but it’s unclear whether anyone was hurt during the robbery.

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BY REGINALD KANYANE

NORTH West-born choreographer Tebogo Kgobokoe said that she was ready to impart her knowledge to the young and aspiring dancers. A 40 year-old award-winning dancer has won numerous prestigious awards and participated in various countries abroad.

‘The Queen of Dance’ as Tebogo is affectionately known to her followers said that she had taught dance for over sixteen years and devoted most of her time to the development of dance and sport in rural areas across South Africa.

“I started my teaching at the Mmabana Cultural Centre in Mmabatho, in the North West province where I later became a choreographer and development officer. I also took part in competitions locally and internationally representing South Africa. I specialised in contemporary, ballet, Spanish, modern dance, freestyle, Rock n Roll, Latin American and ballroom.” Kgobokoe said.

She said her pedigree helped her a lot in achieving her results.

“Consistent and conscientious commitment in the studio are unmatched for. It is with this tenacity that I raised the bar and created an opportunity for the youth through the founding of my newly-built academy. TKAA is the first academy of its kind. It is a dance education system with a strong base of excellent merit and uncompromising academic standards. We have achieved this through our partnership with the prestigious Mountain Cambridge School (MCS). This means that South African youth will get the privilege of both academic and dance education.

“It is widely known that the skills and competencies that one gains through a disciplined sport such as dance, contribute significantly towards excellence in all areas of life.  But that is not all; I am presenting a lucrative opportunity for South Africans to create prosperous and meaningful lives through the combined study of the dance and academic fields. Yes, dance is viable and desirable career opportunity, not just only on the stage, but off the stage too.

“We believe that with a wide range of options including stage direction and management, marketing, business management, sponsorship, teaching we provide, we bound to achieve more. So 50 pupils will get that opportunity for 2016 academic year.” she added.

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CLOSE to 349 students will be graduating from the five faculties. North West University spokesperson in Mahikeng campus, Phenyo Mokgothu said the graduates were from Faculty of Agriculture, Science and Technology, Faculty of Commerce and Administration, Faculty of Education and Training, Faculty of Human and Social Sciences and Faculty of Law.

“The university will have the spring graduations from 15 – 16 October at the Great Hall on the Campus.  During the two-day ceremonies, a total of 349 students will form part of the traditional Spring Graduations. A total of 23 doctoral degrees, 51 master’s and 26 honours degrees will be conferred over the two day graduation ceremony.” Mokgothu said.

He said that almost a 100 of the degrees will be awarded to postgraduates.  “This number provides ample evidence of the university and staff’s commitment in growing its research, developing students and contributing to the national economic development of the country.”

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THE husband of the missing Democratic Alliance deputy leader in North West, Petrol Nel flew to Nepal along with his two sons on Wednesday. DA leader in North West, Joe McGluwa said that JC Nel flew to Nepal where his wife disappeared.

DA leader in North West Joe McGluwa said: “JC Nel and his two sons, John-Jay and Jean will be flying to Nepal on Wednesday morning. It is very emotional moment for them and we still hope God will make a plan. We want to thank the broader communities and public for heeding to the call. We managed to raise about 5000 US dollar which amount to (R66 000).”

Petro Nel served as DA ward councillor in the Matlosana municipality in Klerksdorp and earlier this year, and received the special Paul Harris Rotary Award for her dedication towards community work and upliftment.

McGluwa said Nel was a dedicated cadre who was always up to the task. He said Nel planned to launch Democratic Alliance Women’s League (DAWL) soon.

The light flight she boarded went missing in Nepal after they were on an oversight-seeing flight over a mountainous area.

“The rescue team needed to be paid to continue with the search, so that is why we had to raise that amount. We will keep our fingers crossed and hope for the better.” McGluwa said.

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THE North West premier Supra Mahumapelo vows to stir the economy of the province to make sure that it benefits the people of Bokone Bophirima. Mahumapelo highlighted this during the exco committee meeting that was held in Tswaing municipality on Wednesday.

Provincial government spokesperson, Brian Setswambung said: “The North West premier Supra Mahumapelo established the FEED department team that will be led by MEC Wendy Nelson. The team will visit all local municipalities in the province and register all those who want to have their own co-operatives. He said the initiative will create jobs and reduce immigration.”

Setswambung said the quest was brought forward by Mahumapelo because according to research, many people migrate to towns and cities.

“The decision that was taken was that the traffic college will be established in the province. We decided to choose one of the unused schools and turn it into a college rather than wasting money in building the college from the scratch. The public servants will also be given workshops and training to improve their service to the public. The Ikatisong School will be opened soon and will serve as a government school for public servants.

Setswambung said the issue of underperforming municipalities was also touched on, and premier promised to look into the matter. He said that disciplinary actions will be taken against those who wronged.

According AG reports, close to R700m was not used by municipalities.

“Mahumapelo also highlighted that the challenges that were experienced at municipalities will be looked into including financial mismanagement issue. He will establish investigations in tender processes and other unfinished work done by contractors before any reactions. The issue of roads construction was discussed and Mahumapelo said those contractors were paid, especially the one from Ganyesa. They will resume their duty soon.” Setswambung said.

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FIVE suspects were arrested by Letlhabile police for armed robbery of cigarettes from a British American Tobacco van on Wednesday, says North West police.

Provincial spokesperson, Sergeant Kealeboga Molale said: “A group of heavily armed men who drove in two vehicles allegedly stopped the delivery van. They threatened the driver and loaded cigarettes into their vehicle and drove-off afterwards.

“The suspects were traced by Pretoria Flying Squad in conjunction with Silverton police. They were apprehended after cigarettes worth thousands and a hand gun were found in their possession.” Molale said.

They will appear in the Brits Magistrates’ Court soon for robbery and possession of unlicensed firearm and investigation continues.

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JOHANNESBURG – Correctional services has confirmed Oscar Pistorius will be released under correctional supervision on Tuesday, one day short of serving exactly a year in prison.

The parole board met today to consider his application to be released under correctional supervision.

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