Setshwantsho: Morutabana Mapula Masemola/Facebook

Ka OBAKENG MAJE

Moithuti yo o dirang Gerata (Grade) 11kwa sekolong se se golwane sa Batlhaping are, o na le dikgwedi dile tharo a tshelela mo dipuo tse di maswe. Go ya ka Ompolokile Sehemo (20), o tsweletse go bogisiwa ke morutabana, Rachel Masemola.

 Sehemo, o latofatsa Masemola ka go mo kgoba ka dipuo tsa gore ke motsofe gape ke setlatla, ebile thaka tsa gagwe di kwa unibesiti. Are, mo beke e fetileng, o ile a itemogela matsadi mo sehubeng sa gagwe morago ga dipuo tsa ga Masemola.   

“Jaaka ke bua le wena jaana, ke tswa mo bokelong morago ga go itemogelang matsadi mo sehubeng. Masemola o tlhola a nkemeletse a mpolelela gore ke motsofe, ebile thaka tsaka di kwa unibesiti. O mphetotse setshegisa mo pele ga baithuti ba bangwe.

“Kene ka go mo tlaleya kwa keteledipele ya lefapha kwa sedikeng. Fela, o ile a itatola gore a be a nne mosetlha. One a kaya fa ene a ne a bua le nna ka lerato, ebile a batla gore ke nne ngwana o siame. Are, ke tlogelwe go dirisiwa, ebile one a buelela mo bokamosong jwame,” Sehemo wa tlhalosa.

Sehemo, are, seo sene sa mo utlwisa botlhoko tota gonne, Masemola o ile a mo fetola motho o maaka mo pele ga keteledipele ya lefapha. Are, ga itse gore mafoko a Masemola a mo a reileng a ene o a bona a siame.

“Mo godimo ga moo, gona le dilo dingwe tse ke di patelediwang gore ke di dirile ke morutabana o mongwe. Le ga jaana, ga ke itse gore ke dire eng go ka bone tshiamiso. Ga nkitla ke kgona go tshelela mo pogong, mme seo se dirwa ke morutabana,” Sehemo wa tlhalosa.

Kgabagare, sebueledi sa Lefapha la Thuto mo Bokone Bophirima, Elias Malindi are: “Lefapha le ile la longwa tsebe ka tiragalo eno, mme re tlile go romela kemedi ya lefapha kwa sekolong ka Laboraro go tsweletsa dipatlisiso. Re le lefapha, re kgala thata tiriso ya mafoko a maswe kgatlhanong le baithuti.

“Keteledipele e tlile go tsweletsa dipatlisiso mo morerong o, mme batla neela moithuti o o amegileng thobo ya maikutlo. Dikgato tse di maleba ditla tseo kgatlhanong le morutabana morago ga dipatlisiso fa di tla supa gore o molato.”

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Picture: The community members packed the court

By REGINALD KANYANE

The North West High Court sitting in Vryburg has postponed a murder case against two men, who are accused of killing a prominent businesswoman and funeral parlour owner, Kgomotso Serei. Joel Tumo Phathudi (44) and Lebogang Serei (46), who was the stepson of the deceased, were found guilty of murder and were supposed to be sentenced today.

However, the matter could not continue due to load shedding. The case was postponed until 26 April 2023.

The stepson and three other men were arrested in Rooiwal village, near Taung on 14 and 15 June 2017 respectively in connection with the murder of Kgomotso. However, two other men, Zwelinzima Mohapi (26) and Olebogeng Mgijima (31) were released due to lack of evidence.

In the evidence, it was revealed that Lebogang was the mastermind behind the murder. It is alleged that, he was unhappy after his late father listed the late Kgomotso who resided in Cokonyane village as the beneficiary in a will. During the cross-examination, both accused persons requested the court not to sentence them to life imprisonment as they have other responsibilities.

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By OBAKENG MAJE

A man who was arrested during a business robbery in Cokonyane village, near Taung on Saturday allegedly found dead in police custody at Taung Police Station. The deceased (40) from Schweizer Reneke was allegedly attacked by mob justice after he was apprehended by community members.

According to the North West police spokesperson in Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati cluster, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen, three armed men allegedly stormed into a business owned by a man (26).

“They attacked and overpowered him. The suspects took an undisclosed amount of cash and an electricity machine before fleeing the scene. The police were summoned to the scene and found one suspect being apprehended by community members, who assaulted him.

“The suspect was arrested and taken to hospital for medical attention. A case of business burglary was opened for further investigation and the suspect will face these charges at the Taung Magistrate’s Court as soon as he is released from hospital,” she said.

It is alleged that the suspect was released from the hospital on Monday. The North West police spokesperson, Col Adele Myburgh, and van Rooyen have not responded to the Taung DailyNews media inquiry regarding the death of the suspects.

*The response will be incorporated in the article when received.

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By OBAKENG MAJE

North West police urge community members to be wary of online advertisements, especially on various social media platforms. This comes after a man, who was planning to buy a Toyota Quantum after seeing it on Facebook, was robbed.

The North West police spokesperson, Brig Sabata Mokgwabone said: “On 15 April 2023, the victim saw an advertisement for a sale of Toyota Quantum on Facebook. He made contact with the seller, who purported to be the lawful owner.

“A meeting was arranged in Tswelelang Location, near Wolmaranstad where the prospective buyer took the vehicle for a test drive. An agreement was subsequently reached and the victim drove with the owner to collect necessary documents.”

Mokgwabone further said, in the process, they allegedly offered hitchhikers a lift. He added that, however, the said hitchhikers robbed the potential buyer of his cell phone and forced him out of the vehicle.

“The public is therefore urged to be vigilant of social media and online advertisements. Should they become suspicious, they are advised to contact the nearest police station.

“The prospective buyers are requested to buy from reputable and registered car dealers, not to carry large amounts of cash nor pay money in cash during transactions, but rather opt for an Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT),” said Mokgwabone.

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Picture: North West MEC for Health, Madoda Sambatha/Facebook

By OBAKENG MAJE

North West MEC for Health, Madoda Sambatha said vaccination has proven to be one of the life-saving methods. According to Sambatha, vaccination has saved millions of lives across the world by reducing the risk of getting diseases.

“The vaccination saves live by working with your body’s natural defenses to build protection. We now have vaccines to prevent more than 20 life-threatening diseases, helping people of all ages live longer, healthier lives.

This week from 24 until 28 April 2023, the department joins the world in observing African Vaccination Week (AVW).

“The day is commemorated annually to highlight the importance of immunisation. It also aims to encourage families to vaccinate against deadly diseases and promote the delivery of other high-impact lifesaving interventions,” he said.

Sambatha said, the AVW further coincides with World Immunization Week 2023, which aims to highlight the collective action needed to protect people from vaccine-preventable diseases. He added that under the theme “The Big Catch-Up”, the World Health Organisation (WHO) in collaboration with strategic partners, is working to ensure that countries rapidly accelerate measures to ensure more people, particularly children, are protected from preventable diseases.

“WHO has identified 2023 as a global opportunity to catch up on lost progress in essential immunisation. The organisation has committed to reaching the millions of children who missed out on vaccines, strengthening primary health care to deliver immunization, and building lasting protection in communities and countries.

“The commemoration of the African Vaccination Week takes place against the backdrop of a growing Provincial Measles Vaccination Campaign as the North West province currently stands at 216 confirmed cases to date from the total of 960 cases confirmed nationwide,” said Sambatha.

He said this is according to the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD). Speaking on the vaccination program, Sambatha affirmed the efficacy of vaccines in the fight against diseases.

“NICD has also issued a provincial alert against the rising numbers of Mumps disease, especially in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District as we are currently standing at 155 confirmed cases.

“We encourage people to vaccinate against all communicable and non-communicable diseases that can be prevented by vaccination. The emergence of COVID-19 and its vaccination has proven that vaccination is and remains the vital protection against diseases and death,” he said.

Sambatha urged parents, guardians, and caregivers to monitor children’s “Road to Health” cards to ensure that all necessary vaccines such as Polio, Measles, Mumps, and others are duly administered to children.

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Picture: Community members from Modimong village picketing outside court

By OBAKENG MAJE

A murder trial against two men from Modimong village, near Taung has been postponed to 24 June 2023 by the North West High Court sitting in Vryburg. Rebaone Malekanyo (33) and Tumelo Tlonkwe (32) are facing a murder case after allegedly killing the former Vaaltar FM presenter and a socialite, Tshepang Seelo (32) back in 2021.

Malekanyo and Tlonkwe are allegedly charged with premeditated murder, assault, kidnapping, and defeating the ends of justice.

According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in the North West, Henry Mamothame, Seelo was allegedly killed on 31 October 2021, while walking from a local tavern with his girlfriend.

“The deceased allegedly saw the duo stealing roof sheets from a certain house and blew the whistle. Then the accused allegedly assaulted, kidnapped, and killed him before dumping his body in a furrow near Khibitswane village near Taung.

“Seelo’s girlfriend allegedly ran away and escaped unharmed. The deceased’s lifeless body was found floating on 3 November 2021. It is alleged that his body was also mutilated and his eyes and tongue were missing,” Mamothame said.

He said the two accused partners were arrested on 2 November 2021 after they handed themselves over to the police.

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Picture: A BP Inn truck driver found dead in a truck/Morongwa Media

By OBAKENG MAJE

The North West police in Vryburg said an investigation on the inquest case is still underway. This comes after a BP Truck Inn driver, Tebogo Leshole (51) found dead in a truck in Vryburg on 20 April 2023.

North West police spokesperson in Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati cluster, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen said: “On Thursday morning, the owner of BP Truck Inn came to report that a truck driver was found to be unresponsive.

“Upon investigation at the scene, the truck was found to be locked and the door had to be forced open. The driver was found unresponsive and Emergency Medical Responsive Services (EMRS) personnel declared him dead.

“The driver was identified by another truck driver from the same company. An inquest was opened by the Vryburg police for further investigation and no foul play is suspected,” she said.

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Picture: Community members from Modimong village picketing outside the court

By OBAKENG MAJE

A trial in a murder case against two men from Modimong village, near Taung has commenced at North West High Court in Vryburg today. Rebaone Malekanyo (33) and Tumelo Tlonkwe (32) are facing a murder case after allegedly killing the former Vaaltar FM presenter and a socialite, Tshepang Seelo (32) back in 2021.

Malekanyo and Tlonkwe are allegedly charged with premeditated murder, assault, kidnapping, and defeating the ends of justice.

According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in the North West, Henry Mamothame, Seelo was allegedly killed on 31 October 2021, while walking from a local tavern with his girlfriend.

“The deceased allegedly saw the duo stealing roof sheets from a certain house and blew the whistle. Then the accused allegedly assaulted, kidnapped, and killed him before dumping his body in a furrow near Khibitswane village near Taung.

“Seelo’s girlfriend allegedly ran away and escaped unharmed. The deceased’s lifeless body was found floating on 3 November 2021. It is alleged that his body was also mutilated and his eyes and tongue were missing,” Mamothame said.

He said the two accused partners were arrested on 2 November 2021 after they handed themselves over to the police.

Meanwhile, the South African Police Service (SAPS) in North West allegedly appointed a Provincial Task Team a few months ago to investigate the case from scratch after a ‘shoddy’ done by the previous investigation team.

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