BY KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
HARTSWATER- Phokwane local municipality said it was shocked by the passing of its municipal speaker, Dieketseng Maria Moeketsi.

Moeketsi who served as a councilor speaker, passed away after short illness.

Phokwane local municipal  spokesperson, Kgalalelo Letshabo said: “Moeketsi served in the council for more than 10 years. She has made an immense contribution to better the lives of the people of Phokwane.

“She served the communities with utmost distinction. Phokwane local municipality wish to extend our sincere condolences to the Moeketsi family, relatives and friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with them during these difficult time,” Letshabo said.

She said further information regarding the memorial service and funeral will be communicated as soon as the information was available.

ANCYL in the province also took time to send its heartfelt condolences too.  The league’ spokesperson,  Neo Baneng said: “The ANCYL is deeply saddened by the passing of Comrade Dieketseng Moeketsi. Comrade Moeketsi was a committed activist who served with distinction in the ANCYL REC, ANCYL RTT, ANCWL REC, ANCWL PEC and ANC REC.

“The revolutionary contribution of Comrade Moeketsi did not only find resonance within Mass Democratic Movement structures, but transcended to sphere of local governance where she served as a speaker of Phokwane local municipality with outmost dedication.”

Mananeng further added that the league send their heartfelt condolences to the Moeketsi family and friends for the loss of this committed and loyal cadre of the movement.
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BY REGINALD KANYANE

Taung – Construction for new facelift is underway at Taung Hotel School and Convention Centre in Taung. The principal agents and architects from Botaki & Associates (PTY) LTD recently handed over various construction sites to various contractors to begin setting up shop for R70m project.

Head of department from Tourism in North West, Advocate Neo Sephoti said they would not allow any slapdash work.  Sephoti said the provincial government expects a quality infrastructure which will still be standing and in good condition for years to come.

“These are public funds and as a department and the people of this province, we will not compromise on quality. We will insist on regular quality checks because if anything does not meet the required quality standards it will impact on us as a government not the contractors,” Sephoti said.

She also urged contractors to first consider using local labourers before employing people from outside the area.

“The provincial government wants to improve the lives of the people in rural towns through socio-economic promotion of villages, townships and small dorpies (VSTD). We need a certain expenditure of any project in the province to be spent in that particular village, township or small dorpies.

“In order for this to be realised, we really need to urge you as contractors to use local labour. You also need to spend as much money as possible locally. Through this project you can assist us in ensuring that there is visible, viable and sustainable socio-economic impact in the area of Taung and its surrounding small rural dorpies of the province,” Sephoti said.

Deputy Rector of the Institution, Herman Phetlhe shared the same sentiments. He said that he was excited that the project has finally started.

Phetlhe said that the project will see Taung Hotel School and Convention Centre being transformed into a world class academy with world class facilities. He said that will enable the institution to cater for more students from anywhere in the world.

“I am overwhelmed with excitement and anticipation because this culminates provincial government’s intentions of making Taung Hotel School and Convention Centre one of the most sought-after hotel schools in the country with the best possible facilities. Upon completion, the new infrastructure which includes a new gate house, double storey student’s residence, ten lecture halls, two dining halls and two student’s demonstration kitchens.

“This will allow us to grow our market in recruiting more students and also help us in expanding our scope of theoretical and practical work. Students will also be able to enjoy a conducive learning environment which is what is needed to stimulate young minds,” Phetlhe said.

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BY REGINALD KANYANE

Taung- Two perished in a horrific accident between Taung and Pudimoe on the notorious N18 on Thursday. The car they were travelling in allegedly collided with a truck. Jaws of Life was used to free the trapped bodies of the deceased from the wreckage.

MEC for community safety and transport management, Gaolaole Molapisi said those who deceased, a driver (male) and female passenger was from Taung direction towards Pudimoe. The truck was driving to the opposite direction.

“The car allegedly hit the front tyre of the truck and capsized under the truck. Traffic Authorities at the scene further reported that a taxi that was driving behind the truck also hit the truck from behind and passengers survived with minor injuries. They were rushed to hospital for shock treatment,” he said.

Molapisi said the suspected rainy weather conditions might have contributed to the cause of the accident.

A case of culpable homicide has been registered at the nearest police station and investigations are underway.

Molapisi has sent his deepest sympathy to the families of the deceased. He further wished the speedy recovery to those survived with minor injuries.

Motorists driving along the N18 especially between Vryburg and Hartswater are advised to drive with caution following the rainy weather conditions. The department also urged them to keep enough following distance.

Road users and motorists were advised to report any hazard on the road by calling the departmental toll free number: 0800 204 992.

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