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By OBAKENG MAJE

A 22-YEAR-OLD man has been arrested by the Taung police for allegedly raping a woman (35) over the weekend. According to information, the alleged victim was with her boyfriend at the pub when she decided to go to the bathroom.

It is alleged that while she was still in the bathroom, Rebaone Seele entered the bathroom and allegedly raped her. One of the patrons who did not want to be named for fear of reprisal said they were all shock to see a ‘naked’ woman storming out of the bathroom.

North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh confirmed the incident.

“Indeed, the police are investigating a rape case that was reported over the weekend. The incident allegedly took place in the early hours of Sunday morning where a woman was raped.  

“It is alleged that the complainant was with her boyfriend at the pub when she decided to go to the bathroom. While inside the bathroom, the suspect entered the bathroom and allegedly raped her,” Myburgh said.

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She further said Seele was subsequently arrested and appeared at Taung Magistrate’s Court on Monday.

Meanwhile, a social activist, Kgomotso Morweng said the establishment should be looked into, if people care about their sisters and daughters. In fact, Morweng said it should be boycotted.

“What a sad time to be alive. I refuse to be intimidated into keeping quiet because I am in no one’s payroll or pocket. I also have no obligation to protect their image or so forth. Issues of public interest must be addressed at all times, with no favouritism, ambiguity or bias.

“There is an alleged rape case that took place at Long Street in Taung this past weekend, but people are being quiet about it. Speculations are running wild while those who are given mandate that what happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas are out here acting like nothing major happened,” she said.

Morweng also lambasted the Taung Men against Gender-Based Violence & Femicide Forum, saying its silence is deafening and asked if the forum is only active during 16 Days of Activism against Women and Children abuse.

“I remember how hands on you guys were last year when it was reported that a woman was beaten. Are you quiet because this recent incident did not happen during 16 Days of Activism against Women and Children abuse?

“Or are you quiet because you are still to seek comment from the owner of the mentioned establishment? Will that be the alleged victim’s word against her perpetrator’s including the owner as well?” she said.  

Morweng added that the scourge against Gender-Based Violence needs to be fought at all times despite the date of the year.

However, Taung Men against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Forum chairperson, Tebogo Mokgejane said: “Despite efforts by various formations in Taung, including Taung Men against Gender Based Violence and Femicide Forum to condemn and call to an abrupt halt of all barbaric acts of sexual violence, such cases continue unabated.

“Women will not be pushed to live in fear because some men have turned themselves into sex pests, preying on young and older women. The forum will not get tired of condemning these acts, assist victims and make the necessary follow ups on all cases until justice is serviced to all victims.”

Mokgejane said the ‘victim’ has requested for privacy as the matter is now before the court of law. However, he said they want caution the public about some of the damaging comments that are not assisting either the victim or the efforts by all parties involved, but rather more hurting to the victim and her loved ones.

“Sexual violence cases are sensitive matters that need proper handling. Correct facts must be established before we can publicly pronounce our stance. If we fail to do that, we could also be compromising the case and the hard work done by the police and the prosecution.

“May it be known that the forum will treat all cases equally without fear or favor, no matter who is involved. The forum will continue to give the victim the necessary support, like we normally do to all other victims known to us,” said Mokgejane.

Seele is expected to be back in court on Monday for formal bail application.

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By REGINALD KANYANE

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Sports, Arts and Culture, Beauty Dlulane, has welcomed the appointment of the former Cameroon mentor, Hugo Broos as the new Bafana Bafana head coach.

SAFA president, Dr Danny Jordaan announced Broos as the new coach for struggling Bafana Bafana in Johannesburg on Wednesday. Dlulane said Broos’ appointment was punctual and will ensure that there will be no management vacuum in the national team.

“The coach and those he assembles as management team just need the support from SAFA and the public. Furthermore, stability is critical for the team to improve its performance and achieve acceptable results in its future competitions.

“Broos brings a rich experience to the South African soccer squad as he coached at continental and international levels. He seems to possess the right credentials and has an impressive pedigree that will make Bafana Bafana reach new heights,” she said.

Dlulane further said South Africa expects and deserves a winning team where talent scouting and harnessing are fundamental. She said equally important, is continuity and consistency in the boardroom and on the field.

“We call on the new coach to ensure that Bafana Bafana moves above the level they are currently occupying in international rankings,” said Dlulane.

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Meanwhile, Broos is expected in the country next week where he is scheduled to meet all football stakeholders including members of the media. He said South Africa has a rich football history and is among the powerhouse on the continent.

“The country has full of quality and I am coming to coach a truly football nation with massive potential. My main focus will be to weave in new players who have hunger and desire to achieve things.

“Young players are ambitious and want to prove a point. I need to start from there because I want to build a strong Bafana Bafana side for the future. My first priority would be to build a completely new Bafana Bafana team that will make huge statement in coming major global tournaments such as the Africa Cup of Nations and the FIFA World Cup,” he said.

Broos further said the impending postponement of the 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifiers from next month to September this year will give him more time to prepare his team for Qatar 2022, where Bafana Bafana are in the same group with Zimbabwe, Ghana and Ethiopia.

‘’This is a really exciting project and I am really excited,’’ he said.

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By STAFF REPORTER

A 32-YEAR-OLD man is expected back in Taung Magistrate’s Court for a formal bail application today. Tshepo Lenyai from Manthe village in Taung, allegedly stabbed Kamogelo Lekaota (18) to death at a local tavern called Disoufeng during the Easter weekend.

North West police spokesperson, Capt Sam Tselanyane said the atrocity took place at around 3:30am. Tselanyane said it is alleged that the duo was fighting over alcohol.

“Taung police received a call from the Manthe clinic at around 3:30am. The police rushed to the scene and found Lekaota’s lifeless body in a pool of blood with stabbing wounds. He was stabbed on the left side of his chest.

“According to information, the deceased was ferried to the clinic for medical attention, but he succumbed to his injuries. A 32-year-old man was arrested and is expected to appear at Taung Magistrate’s Court for a formal bail application,” he said.

Lenyai was remanded in custody during his first appearance to give police more time to investigate.

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