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Delight coupled with celebrations was brought back to the family of Mogale after the devastating shack fire which claimed the lives of six (6) family members few months ago. Two Breaking New Grounds houses were handed over to the family by Bokone Bophirima Premier Supra Mahumapelo, as a promise fulfilled after their shack was reduced to ashes. Premier Mahumapelo was accompanied by MEC Galaletsang Gaolaolwe, Mayor of Tswaing Kgomotso Malwane and the local chief Kgosi Jeff Molete.

When handing over Premier Mahumapelo indicated that a promise to build two houses for the family, which was made before the election was not a political stunt to get votes but a promise to fulfil government responsibility. “As government we must continue to do our work even when we are at the eve of elections. Some people thought that they have seen the last of us when we promised decent shelter, security and comfort to the family”

Mahumapelo continued that “as the Bokone Bophirima provincial government we are happy that we have delivered the houses which will make your lives easier” remarked Mahumapelo. 

The unemployed Piet Mogale (66) and Oromeng Mogale (54) who are surviving on social grants were staying in four (4) roomed shack together with their children and grandchildren. The shack was reduced to ashes allegedly after one of the family members left the candle burning and the paraffin stove on, before going to sleep. Five children aged from 8 to 23 years died in the incident. A three (3) year old grandchild survived the incident but days later died after succumbing to severe burn wounds at Gelukspan Hospital.

The horrific incident was forgotten and joy filled their spirits as they were preparing to move into their new homes. Mariah Kelaotswe (49) who is the daughter to Piet and Oromeng Mogale said:”I can’t begin to express my happiness, I’m out of words. I’ve never thought in my life that my family will own a house with services such as electricity. With these two houses government has really transformed our lives”.  

MEC for Local Government and Human Settlements Galaletsang Gaolaolwe said: “the provincial government will continue touch the lives of communities in impoverished rural communities and restore their dignity through housing development. We will also make a difference by providing the necessary assistance to needy families”. 

(Unedited version)

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BY KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

MINISTER of Small Business Development, Lindiwe Zulu will deliver a keynote address on the overall performance of one of its agencies, Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA), at the Annual Stakeholder Forum.

The event will take place at Mittah Sperepere Convention Centre in Kimberly on Friday.

Northern Cape premier, Sylvia Lucas and MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Mack Jack will grace the proceeding.

Business Development department spokesperson, Cornelius Monama said: “Section 13E (6) of the National Small Business Amendment Act, Act 29 of 2004 requires that SEDA through its Board of Directors, organise a yearly consultative meeting with stakeholders where they report on the Agency’s achievements.

“About 200 National and Provincial Stakeholders of SEDA have been invited to this event. The Minister, the Premier, the MEC, Chairperson of Board and the Chief Executive Officer will brief the media at the end of the event.”

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BY REGINALD KANYANE

ANOTHER suspect linked to Johannes Baatjies’ murder has been arrested. Northern Cape Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) spokesperson, Capt Philani Nkwalase said Tsame Frak Baxane, 31 was arrested on Wednesday in Danielskuil.

“He was arrested following his alleged involvement on the murder of Johannes Baatjies on August 17. Baxana appeared in Danielskuil Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday. The case was remanded to October 17,” Nkwalase said.

He added that Baxana is expected to appear along four other suspects who were previously arrested on the same murder case.

Nkwalase further said The Hawks distance itself from the media reports that imply that the ANC in Upington plotted the murder of Johannes Baatjies.

“Our Investigating Officer only put to the court the statements of the accused as recorded. Our on-going investigations on this particular case led to the arrest of only five suspects,” Nkwalase said.

He further said they cannot rule out any possibility of further arrests.

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BY KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

THREE suspects between the aged of 32 to 57 will appear in the Taung Magistrate’s Court on Friday. North West police spokesperson, Col Emelda Setlhako said the suspects were arrested for stock-theft.

“We received a tip-off about the vehicle that was next to the road leading to Kuruman in Reivilo with sheep inside. The police interrogated the suspects, but they failed to account for the sheep,” she said.

They were arrested and charged for being in possession of stolen property.

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BY REGINALD KANYANE

NORTH West MEC for Education and Sport Development department, Sello Lehari has appointed a new spin doctor.

Sepeng fills in the position that was occupied by Elias Malindi who has been shifted to another position.

Malindi said: “Former SABC news reporter, Freddy Sepeng has been appointed as the new spokesperson for the department with effect from October 1. Therefore, I would like to express my sincere gratitude for the support that you have given me in the Media Liaison Sub –Directorate within the past two years.

“I have established cordial relations with many of you and I would like you to continue to support Mr Sepeng in his new functions. You are encouraged to contact him with any media enquiries from now on.”

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South Africa’s Public Protector Thuli Madonsela has got grit, determination and, above all, bravery. 
She has promised a parting gift before she leaves office soon: a report on the controversial Gupta family – the rich Indian brothers whose names pop up regularly amid the stench of state capture and financial irregularity. 

Madonsela is the woman who lifted the lid on the details of how President Jacob Zuma had allowed more than R200m in taxpayers’ money to be spent on refurbishing his homestead, Nkandla. 

The Gupta brothers – Ajay, Atul and Rajesh (Tony) – are believed to wield enormous influence on Zuma. There is a big question mark over the source of their wealth, as they arrived in South Africa as relatively small business players. 

Madonsela says she might not have all the Ts crossed and the Is dotted by the time she has to step down, but she will have a report available on what her investigations so far have indicated about the involvement of the Gupta family in state business. 

The Guptas and Nazeem Howa, CEO of Oakbay Investments, have repeatedly denied any wrongdoing by the family, so the news that Madonsela will clear up some of the discrepancies will presumably come as a relief to them – and Zuma’s family. 

In the meantime, others who are convinced that the rot runs deep will be pinning their hopes on the possibility that action against Zuma will follow the report, including Zuma’s departure as president, so that finally South Africans can get on with building the economy for the national good. 

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BY REGINALD KANYANE

NORTH West police said they have opened an inquest case after the body of Landi Tshweu was found at an abandoned Makeshift Mines in Manthe Village, Taung.

Tshweu who went missing a month ago was found dead on Thursday.

Pudimoe Police Station spokesperson, Sgt Tebogo Thebe refuted that the body of the deceased was mutilated.

“We can confirm that the deceased was found dead at the area after he went missing. However, all body parts were intact contrary to what was reported earlier on social media. Police investigation is underway.

“A case was opened at Taung Police Station. We call on people to refrain from hauling derogatory statements,” Thebe said.

Tshweu was reported missing a month ago. It was reported he was kidnapped by unknown people while on his way from My Baby tavern at Manthe Village, Taung.

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The South African u17 Men’s National Team, Amajimbos, will hit the ground running when they get to Goa, India to partake in the inaugural BRICS u17 Football Cup.

 
Amajimbos are expected to arrive in the Indian city on Thursday night (6 October 2016) following a delayed departure.
 
The South Africans play their first match against the hosts on Friday, 7 October at Bambolin Grounds.
 
Kickoff is at 16h00 local time (12h30 SA Time).
 
Amajimbos have been in camp since Thursday, 29 September and have had two practices matches against Pimville Young Stars and the Supersport Academy – losing 2-1 and 3-1 respectively.
 
“This was a very welcome exercise on different fronts. First we had to see how far they were in terms of fitness, as well as technical and tactical readiness. Based on our findings from that match, we worked out a programme because had been busy
with exams. Then we also played against Supersport United to give us an idea of what we needed to work on,” said Amajimbos head coach Molefi Ntseki.
 
“The results were not that important to us because we were on a fact-finding mission. The loss to Pimville Youngsters was a wake-up call for our players as we were playing against bigger and older boys. When you look at the practice matches and want
to emphasise on the results, then you end up not having a very positive mind going into a tournament – the emphasis was more on tactical mistakes, which we had to rectify.”
 
Ntseki is not too bothered by the late arrival in India.
 
“To be honest we would have loved to be there as early as possible to also acclimatize, but due to matters beyond our control we were not able to. We cannot cry over spilt milk but have to soldier on. From the delay, we were able to fit in more
training sessions so we departed South Africa ready to play, having completed our preparations,” added Ntseki.
 
He has emphasised the importance of getting off to a good start.
 
“It is very important to win your first match as it sets the tone for the rest of the tournament. If you do well in your first match, then you have an opportunity to go all the way to the final,” said Ntseki.
 
The u17 mentor has had to make changes to the initial team after some players suffered injuries – Thapelo Gaogatwe, Thabiso Monyane and Sphamandla Ntuli, while Linamandla Mcilizeli and Bonga Dladla have had to be withdrawn due to passport problems.
Dladla was a late withdrawal, leaving Amajimbos with 21 players.
 
Kabelo Makola (Bophelo High School), Thabo Mokoena (Kaizer Chiefs) as well as Sthembiso Kurata and Mpho Mahlangu (both from Supersport United) have been called up as replacements.
 
Meanwhile India lost their opening match 1-0 to a ten-man Russia on Wednesday, 5 October at Bambolin Grounds.
 
Russia scored through Lopatin Daniil in the 4th minute.
 
Brazil were comfortable 2-0 winners over China in the earlier match.
 
* The BRICS u17 Football Cup features the five BRICS countries – economic block formed by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa
 
* It will be played annually
 
* Each edition will be hosted by one of the BRICS nations
 
* It is also seen as a dress rehearsal for the 2017 FIFA u17 World Cup which will be hosted by India from September – October 2017
 
 
BRICS u17 FOOTBALL CUP FIXTURES:
 
Round Robin Stage – Bambolin Ground
 
Wednesday, 5 October

China     0 – 2 Brazil
 
Russia   1 – 0 India
 
Friday, 7 October
South Africa vs India                        
                                    16h00 (12h30 SA
Time)
 
China vs Russia                                                                  
    20h00
 
Sunday, 9 October
Brazil vs Russia                                                                  
    16h00
 
South Africa vs China                       
                                    20h00 (16h30 SA Time)
 
Tuesday, 11 October
India vs China                                                                  
       16h00
 
Brazil vs South Africa                       
                                    20h00 (16h30 SA
Time)
 
Thursday, 13 October
Russia vs South Africa                                                 
         16h00 (12h30 SA Time)
 
India vs Brazil                                                                  
       20h00
 
 
3rd & 4th Place Play Off – PJN Stadium Fatorda
 
Saturday, 15 October
 
Group 3rd Place vs Group 4th Place                              10h00 (06h30 SA
Time)
 
FINAL – PJN Stadium Fatorda
 
Saturday, 15 October
 
Group Winner vs Group Runner Up                            15h30 (12h00 SA Time)
 

 
SA u17 MEN’S SQUAD TO INDIA
 
GOALKEEPERS:
 
1. TSHEPO MOHUI                                                SUPERSPORT UNITED
2. GLEN BAADJIES                                               MAMELODI SUNDOWNS
3. RHUWANO WYNNE                      
                  ROYAL BLUES
 
DEFENDERS:
 
4. MSWATI MAVUSO                        
                  GLENEDENE
5. LUKE FLEURS                                                  FISH-HOEK
6. SECHABA MOKOENA                                     HARMONY ACADEMY
7. LETHABO MAZIBUKO                                    ORLANDO PIRATES
8. NKANYISO SHINGA                                         KZN ACADEMY
9. THABO
MOKWENA                                         
KAIZER CHIEFS
 
MIDFIELDERS:
 
10. JAQUEEL DE JAGER                                      CAPE TOWN CITY
11. MJABULISE MKHIZE                                     MAMELODI SUNDOWNS
12. TYREESE PILLAY                                           PIMVILLE YOUNG STARS
13. SABELO RADEBE                                           KAIZER CHIEFS
14. NDAMOLELO RADZILANI                           PIMVILLE YOUNGSTARS
15. LUKE LE ROUX                                              IKAPA SPORTING
16. KABELO MAKOLA                                        BOPHELO SCHOOL
17. THABISO MONYANE                                     ORLANDO PIRATES
18. SIFUNDO NKOSI                                             DOUBLE CLASSIC
 
STRIKERS:
 
19. LYLE FOSTER                                               ORLANDO PIRATES
20. MPHO MAHLANGU                                     SUPERSPORT
UNITED
21. STHEMBISO KURATA                                  SUPERSPORT UNITED
  (Unedited edition)

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BY REGINALD KANYANE
The North West department of Education and Sport Development will be highlighting National Nutrition Week from 09-15 October 2016.

Education and sport development department newsly-appointed spokesperson, Freddy Sepeng said the provincial theme for 2016 “Love your beans – eat dry beans, peas and lentils!” is targeted at consumers in general to heighten public awareness of the nutritional benefits of legumes/ dry seeds as part of sustainable food production. 

“Because of their high nutritional value, legumes are greatly a part of our National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP) and are recommended for our learners as a source of protein and for preventing non-communicable diseases and obesity,” Sepeng said.

The provincial nutrition week will be held at Moitshoki Mofenyi Primary School, Koster at 10:00am.

“Key issues including eating healthy, guidance of right portion sizes and right amount of food groups, dangers of overloading and how to avoid overeating will be tackled during this week.

“The message for this campaign is in line with the international theme from the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations-‘2016 International Year of Pulses:  Nutritious Seeds for a Sustainable Future,” he said.

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BY REGINALD KANYANE

A man was found dead at Taung abandoned makeshift mines. It is alleged that some of his body parts were missing.

The deceased who resided in Manthe Village, near Taung went missing a month ago and was heard to be in Amalia.

Landi Tshweu’s death comes just few weeks after a four year-old girl, Nomthandazo Talakase went missing in Vryburg and her decomposed body was later found with a missing hand.

North West police said they are still gathering information amid Landi Tshoeu’s murder.

More details will follow-up.

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