Daily Archives: July 8, 2023

The Chairperson of Community Policing Forum, Dixson Ngamlane, wife laid to rest

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Picture: The Chairperson of Community Policing Forum (CPF), the late Dixson and his wife/Supplied   

By OBAKENG MAJE

Mahikeng- North West MEC for Community Safety and Transport Management, Sello Lehari described the late Dixon Ngamlane as selfless. Ngamlane, who was the chairperson of Community Policing Forum (CPF), died two weeks ago along with his wife after being involved in a horrific car accident on N12 junction with Fochville.

They were laid to rest today in Mahikeng.

In his message, Lehari said: “Ngamlane was among the first people to volunteer during the establishment of a previously unheard of structure called Community Policing Forum (CPF). The purpose for this structure was to support and work with local police stations in the fight against crime.

“He has been part of the Provincial Community Policing Forum for 23 years and was eventually appointed as the Chairperson of the Board in 2016. Just a few days before his untimely departure, we had a meeting with him, where we discussed resources needed to strengthen the CPF.”

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A man sentenced to life imprisonment for stabbing his girlfriend to death!

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By OBAKENG MAJE

Rustenburg- A man has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Tlhabane Regional Court for killing his girlfriend. In 2021, Nkosiyazi Zibambele (43) stabbed his girlfriend, Ncebakazi Mdingi to death.

North West police spokesperson, Capt Sam Tselanyane said Zibambele and Mdingi were at a shebeen in Sondela Informal Settlement, outside Rustenburg on 17 October 2021 evening, when Mdingi asked for a beer from another man.

“Zibambele got agitated, then drew a knife and stabbed Mdingi several times.  Mdingi was rushed to a local hospital, where she later succumbed to her injuries. The police were informed and Zibambele was traced. He was later arrested and charged with murder.

“Subsequent to the court appearance, Zibamele was granted bail, but he absconded. He was ultimately re-arrested and his bail was successfully opposed. Zibambele remained in custody until his trial and sentencing,” he said.

Tselanyane further said the court also declared Zibambele unfit to possess a firearm in terms of Section 103 of the Firearms Control Act, 2000. (Act No. 60 of 2000).

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, and the Director of Prosecution in the North West, Dr Rachel Makhari lauded the Investigating Officer, Detective Sergeant Sethunye Tobokane of Boitekong Detectives, and the prosecutor in this case, Aubrey Mataboge and all other role players for their collaborative efforts to ensure that Zibambele was brought to book and sentenced.

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A man arrested for allegedly being in possession of two pangolins!  

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Picture: Two pangolins allegedly discovered in a water crib/Supplied 

By OBAKENG MAJE

Kuruman- A man has been arrested for allegedly having an endangered species. The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sgt Timothy Sam said the police received a tip-off about two pangolins that are being kept at a cattle post in Heuningvlei, near Perth.

Sam said, on arrival, the police found the suspect and requested permission to search the place, which was granted.

“The police allegedly found two pangolins inside an unused water crib. The suspect was arrested and charged with The suspect was arrested and charged for possession of an endangered species under the National Environmental Management Biodiversity Act (NEMBA), 10 of 2004.

“He is expected to appear at Kuruman Magistrate’s Court on Monday. The John Taole Gaetsewe District Commissioner, Major General Johny Besnaar applauded the police for reacting timeously on information provided by the public. Besnaar said, crimes happening in specific places that the police cannot immediately reach, need local safety strategies spearheaded by the Community Safety Forums (CSF),” he said.

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Young people incorporated in crime prevention initiative

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Picture: The newly-appointed Northern Cape Youth Crime Prevention Desk members/Supplied

By OBAKENG MAJE

Upington- The Youth Crime Prevention Desk has been launched in Northern Cape. The two-day event which was held at Tol Speelman Community Hall in Upington, aims to empower the youth to become self-sufficient and actively involved in crime-fighting initiatives.

The Northern Cape Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola was accompanied by the Deputy Commissioner for Policing, Major General Luntu Ngubelanga, and the Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Crime Detection, Major General Mmantsheke Lekhele, the Head of Ministry for Transport, Safety and Liaison, Vincent Diratsele, District Commissioners, Provincial Heads and senior officers.

Otola said the Provincial Community Police Board, District Community Police Forums and the youth were also part of the initiative.

“The five integrated youth strategy pillars including the Community Policing, Moral Fibre Investment, Youth Empowerment and Development, Disabled and Vulnerable Youth Empowerment and International Relations were discussed.

“We deliberated on what the youth should do in regard to fighting crime in our communities. Not only in certain places in the province, but they must include rural areas as well. Remember, Maya Angelou once said, you may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them,” she said.

Manwilhe Qwetywa was appointed as the chairperson, Thabang Mocwagole as deputy chairperson, Vusumzi Mocwagole as secretary, Jasinta Sal as deputy secretary, while Obakeng Nikwe was appointed as public relations officer. The additional members included Dimakatso Gaotlhope, Charmone van Schalkwyk, Lihle Gweyi, and Hernrich Jacobs.

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