Monthly Archives: February 2024

Residents disrupt operations at Water Treatment Plant in Taung as water shortages continue

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Picture: Residents grappling for water across Taung/Generic

By OBAKENG MAJE

Magalies Water said various villages across Taung, might be affected by water supply interruption. This comes after community members allegedly embarked on protest and disturbed the smooth-running operation at the Magalies Water’s Water Treatment Plant on 28 February 2024.

The Magalies Water spokesperson, David Magae said areas such as Chiefscourt, Kgatlheng, Blekkies, Nommer 1, Ditshilong 1 and 2, Khibitswane, Thoteng, Kolong, Nhole, Lokaleng and Cokonyane, might experience water supply interruptions due to staff intimidation and forceful removal from the Water Treatment Plant. Magae further said, they hereby inform the public of an unfortunate incident.

“A group of community members claiming to be representing various villages within the Greater Taung Local Municipality, disrupted operations earlier today at the New Taung Water Treatment Plant. The group is said to be representing communities from the following areas.

“Due to the safety concerns, all Magalies Water staff based at the plant have left the facility, which currently is not in operation remains unmonitored for operational purposes, as required by law. As such, the public should take note of a possibility of water supply interruptions to areas within the municipal jurisdiction supplied from this water treatment plant as a result of this incident,” he said.

Magae added that, the public will be duly informed of developments in due course.

Meanwhile, some of the representatives from Tlhokego Ya Metsi Concerned Group said: “As the residents of Taung, we need your support across all villages in a fight against water shortages. So, we would like to inform you that, if Magalies Water does not provide us with clean and drinkable water by 1 March 2024, we would be left with no choice, but to embark on a #TotalShutDown.

“So, we would also like to inform all stakeholders including government departments regarding our plan. Yesterday, we delivered memorandum but there was no one to hand it over to from either the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Municipality nor Magalies Water.”

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A man nabbed for stabbing his girlfriend multiple times

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By OBAKENG MAJE

A woman (22) who was allegedly stabbed multiple times with a knife by her alleged boyfriend (38) is critical condition. It is alleged that, a woman and the suspect (boyfriend) were visiting the father of the boyfriend in Fraserburg when the incident took place.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col, Sergio Kock said, On 23 February 2024, at approximately 20:30, the suspect and the victim (his girlfriend) were visiting his father in Fraserburg. An altercation allegedly ensued and the victim opted to walk home, but was accosted by the suspect who dragged her into a dark open veld and stabbed her multiple times on her upper body and face.

“Her screams alerted community members and a patrolling police vehicle was stopped minutes later. The victim was rushed to the Fraserburg Community Health Centre (CHC) for medical attention, where she was stabilized and transferred to a hospital in Kimberley, where she is in a critical condition,” he said.

He further said The Fraserburg police activated all resources in an attempt to apprehend the suspect. Kock added that, the police received a tip-off and made follow-up.

“The suspect was a found hiding in the veld on 27 February 2024 at approximately 17:00. The investigating officer, D/WO JAM Tyers, will be opposing bail as the suspect will be appearing in the Fraserburg Magistrate’s Court soon,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Fraserburg Station Commander, Captain Lincoln Nkathazo, mobilised all SAPS units and with the assistance of the Men and Women Against Crime Forums executed a search for the suspect.

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Baagi ba Taung ba gwantetse kwa Magalies Water ka ntlheng ya tlhokego ya metsi

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Baagi ba gwantetse kwa setheong sa Magalies Water ka ntlheng ya tlhokego ya metsi

Ka OBAKENG MAJE 

Baagi ba Taung ba ba ipitsang Tlhokego Ya Metsi Concerned Group go tswa kwa metseng e fatologaneng go ralala Taung, bane ba gwantetse kwa setheong se se rebolang metsi sa Magalies Water kwa Veertien, gaufi le Taung. Baagi ba, ba kaile fa ba tlile go dira jalo letsatsi le letsatsi go fitlhela dingongorego tsa bone di sekegelwa tsebe.

Baagi ba, ba re metsi ke tlhoba-boroko kwa metseng ya bone. Mokwaledi wa mokgatlho wa Tlhokego Ya Metsi Concerned Group, Phemelo Phitshwane are, mo letsatsing la maabane, ba ne boloditse mogwanto, gonne ga go ope o ba sekegelang tsebe mo boikuelong jwa bone jwa go bona metsi a phepha, ebile a nwega. 

“Re tlile go tswelela fela jalo ka mogwanto wa rona letsatsi le letsatsi, mme re tlile go gwantela kwa dikantorong tsa Magalies Water. Re letse re sa kgona go neelana ka lekwalo la rona la dingongorego (Memorandum), gonne majoro-khuduthamaga wa rona wa sedika sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Motseokae Maje one a seo. 

“Jaanong, re ne re batla gore lekwalo la rona la dingongorego le amogelwe ke ene. Fela, re bone molekgotlha, Pico Seepamere e nna ene a tlileng go le amogela mo legatong la ga Maje. Rena le dingwaga-ngwaga re lela ka tlhokego ya metsi, mme ga go ope fela o tsibogang,” Phitswane wa tlhalosa. 

Kgabagare, Seepamere are ba tlhaloganya matsapa a baagi ba a itemogelang mabapi le tlhokego ya metsi. Fela Seepamere are, ba tshwanetse go tla ka toga-maano ya go rarabolola bothata jo. 

“Ga gona setlankana sa boipelaetso se se neng se le teng. Fa gone go ntse jalo, baagi ba tla be ba se re reboletse. Le molekgotlha, Itumeleng Maribe, one a ile go ya go se amogela, fela baagi ga ba se mo naya. Se re se boneng ke go bona baagi ba ba neng ba sa bue sepe ka ntlha tlhokego ya metsi. 

“Ebile, ba feleleditse ele karolo ya mogwanto wa ba kgweetsi ba ditekesi. Selo sa mogwanto ene ese gore ga gona metsi. Fela jaaka ele baagi ba lela ka tlhokego ya metsi, re tshwanetse go botsana dipotso tse di maleba. Jaaka re le masepala wa sedika, re tlhaloganya matsapa a baagi ba a itemogelang,” Seepamere wa tlhalosa. 

Seepamere are ba boleletse baagi fa gona le dithulaganyo tsa go aga dipeipe tsa bolele jwa 3.5km. Seepamere are seo, se dirwa ke gore baagi bangwe ba ikgokaganyeleditse peipe ntle le molao mo motseng wa Khibitswane. 

“Jaanong, puso e kaile fa re tshwanetse go tsenya peipe e ntsha e e tlileng go thusa metse le metsana e mabapi. Jaanong, thendara e ile ya bapatswa, fela ga gona ope wa batho ba ba neng ba tsentse kopo ba ba neng ba na le ditlankana tse di maleba.

“Re ile ra laela badiri ba masepala gore ba bapatse gape, kgotsa ba nolofatse ditlhokego gore baagi ba kgone go bona metsi. Re ile ra dumalana gore re tla tlisa ditanka go metse eo jaaka Kgetlheng, Khibitswane and Cokonyane,” Seepamere wa tlhalosa.

Are jaanong, gona le rakonteraka o a tsosolosang modutelo wa metsi kwa Cokonyane. Go ya ka Seepamere, lekwalo la dingongorego le ne le sa supe fa le tshwanetswe go amogelwa ke majoro wa sedika. 

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Learners encouraged to use water sparingly

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Picture: Learners encouraged to persevere water/Supplied

By OBAKENG MAJE

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) in collaboration with Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality and its Local Municipalities, JB Marks Local Municipality, City of Matlosana, Maquassi Hills Local Municipality, Department of Education, Itireleng Zezeleni Community Based Organisation and Midvaal Water Company, participated in a three-day Public Education and Awareness Programme from the 21-23 February 2024, spreading water conservation messages and good health and hygiene messages to communities.

 The Department of Water and Sanitation spokesperson, Wisane Mavasa said, public education and awareness programme initiated was initiated by the department back in 2009. Mavasa said the initiative has been receiving positive response in the North West Province and it has mobilised action and change of behaviour towards wise water use and good hygienic practices.

“With South Africa recording approximately 480 millilitres of rainfall per annum, other countries record more or less 800-1 000 millilitres per annum, this implies that SA has lesser amount of water.

“Thus, the department will constantly educate the public to be prudent when using water because South Africa is still one of the driest countries in the world,” he said.

The Executive Mayor of the City of Matlosana, James Tsolela said, he support the initiative and motivated Inyathela Primary School learners to start practising water conservation methods and good health and hygiene.

“As children are the future of this country, learners should incorporate all water conservation methods acquired from the Department of Water and Sanitation and report water leaks to their teachers and parents.

“We also encourage them to use a cup when drinking water, close taps when not in use, harvest rainwater and among other measures, use buckets when cleaning cars instead of a hosepipe,” he said.

The ward 16 councillor in JB Marks Local Municipality, Tshepiso Moalusi said with an increased rate of vandalism of the water infrastructure in the North West municipalities, learners should encouraged to teach the communities to conserve water and to protect their water infrastructure against vandalism.

“The campaign was also held in Tlokwe High School and further proceeded to Fikadibeng Primary School, kilometres away from Potchefstroom. The emphasis was on the demonstration on the seven steps on hand washing, and the demonstration enlightened school learners on proper way of washing hands with soap and water,” he said.

Meanwhile, one of the commuters at the Klerksdorp terminus taxi rank said: “The practice of using one bucket to wash hands is unhygienic especially in funerals as germs are easily transferred from one person to the other, hence people always experience runny stomachs after funerals.

“Most people blame the meat they ate whereas it’s the virus from the contaminated shared water.”

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More than 400 suspects nabbed during Operation Shanela

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By OBAKENG MAJE

More than 400 suspects were arrested for various crimes during a concerted effort of the multi-disciplinary forces executed from 18-25 February 2024. The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Sergio Kock said, actions were executed in all five districts in the province. Kock said the aim of Operation Shanela, was to address priority crimes in hotspot areas. He further said these disruptive actions and activities included Vehicle Control Points (VCPs), stop and searches.

“This includes conducting roadblocks, tracing of wanted suspects, foot and vehicle patrols, foot patrols in malls and shopping complexes, compliance inspections, and visits to farms and mines. During these operations, 265 suspects were arrested for an array of crimes, including illegal possession of explosives.

“This includes the illegal possession of a firearm, possession of a suspected stolen vehicle, illicit mining, murder, rape, illegal dealing in liquor, dealing in drugs, undocumented persons, assaults, malicious damage to property, and driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” said Kock.

He added that, during tracing operations, detectives arrested 159 daily wanted suspects for business robberies, murder, rape, and assault with the intent to cause Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH) and illegal firearms and ammunition. Kock said a total of 123 Vehicle Control Points (VCPs) and 29 roadblocks were conducted across the province.

“More than 360 premises were searched, 9986 vehicles and 17 071 persons were stopped and searched. Compliance inspections were also executed at second-hand dealers and liquor premises.

“During the operations, the police confiscated firearms, cell phones, dangerous weapons, thousands of litres of alcoholic beverages, drugs including mandrax, tik, dagga, explosives, and cash believed to be the proceeds of crime,” he said.

Meanwhile, the Northern Cape Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General, Koliswa Otola, assured the public that operations will continue unabatedly and with no fear or favour. Otola said a zero-tolerance approach will be adopted towards the abuse of alcohol and drugs and crimes committed against women and children.

“We would like to make a special call to communities to rate the police efforts by participating in the RATE OUR SERVICE, which is an online survey to assist the police in improving service delivery.

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A man nabbed for illegal possession of drugs

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By OBAKENG MAJE

A man (30) has been arrested for allegedly being in illegal possession of drugs. He was arrested by the Hawks Serious Organised Crime Investigation team, assisted by the Kuruman K9 unit on 27 February 2024. The Hawks spokesperson in Northern Cape, Warrant Officer Nomthandazo Mnisi said the police received a tip-off regarding drugs being sold at Haakbos Draai, Postmasburg. Mnisi further said the police conducted a search and seizure operation at the said address.

“During the search, a black plastic bag containing crystal methamphetamine with an estimated street value of R38 090, was confiscated.

“Other items seized include a silver scale, a Samsung mobile phone, and a blue style phone. He is expected to briefly appear before the Postmasburg District’s Court on 28 February 2024,” she added.

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Illicit cigarettes worth over R800 000 confiscated!

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By OBAKENG MAJE

The police have confiscated illicit cigarettes to the value of R882 124 000 during a joint operation conducted by the ZF Mgcawu District Task Team, Upington Border Police, Public Order Police, and K9 Unit in collaboration with the South African Revenue Service Customs in Upington on 27 February 2024.

The ZF Mgcawu District Police spokesperson, Sgt Omphile Masegela said the police visited three premises, searching for illegal imported products. Masegela said the police would continue with disruptive actions to reduce the space for illegal activities in the district.

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Three police officers nabbed for corruption

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By OBAKENG MAJE

Three police officers aged 39, 44 and 48 were arrested for corruption in Hebron on 26 February 2024. This comes after they have allegedly demanded R6000 from a complainant in order not to arrest him.

The Hawks spokesperson in North West, Lieutenant Colonel Tinyiko Mathebula said the Hawks’ Serious Corruption Investigation members, arrested three police detectives for alleged corruption. Mathebula said the suspects were arrested at a mall in Hebron.

“The reports indicate that, the trio solicited gratification from the complainant in order not to arrest him. They allegedly demanded R6000 and the complainant was able to pay them R2000.

“The suspects reportedly contacted the complainant, demanding the outstanding amount. After the matter was brought to the Hawks’ attention, an entrapment was set and the three police officers were caught soon after receiving R4000 from the complainant,” he said.

Mathebula further said the suspects were with corruption and will appear in the Ga-Rankuwa Magistrate’s Court on 27 February 2024.

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Milestone on the horizon for Seoposenwe ahead of Banyana’s Olympic clash

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Banyana Banyana are eyeing a satisfying conclusion to their Third Round CAF Women’s Olympic qualifier against Tanzania when the two sides meet at Mbombela Stadium on Tuesday, 27 February 2024. 

The Sasol-sponsored South African senior women’s team won the first leg of this tie 3-0 in Tanzania a few days ago and will come into the return match high in confidence after the comfortable away victory in the East African country. The match will also serve as a special tribute to Jermaine Seoposenwe, who will become the 10th Banyana Banyana player to get 100 international caps.

Coach Desiree Ellis spoke highly of a player who has always delivered her absolute best and has an incredible work ethic.

“I am really excited for Jermaine, she has been a true servant for South African football. She has been giving her all, always. She is the 10th player in Banyana Banyana to get 100 caps and it is well deserved,” said Ellis. 

Should Banyana Banyana make it to the Fourth Round of the Olympic qualifiers, they will face Nigeria, who won against Cameroon in their Third Round match. Only two African nations will qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. 

Speaking about the possibilities in the next round, Ellis emphasised that the focus was on winning their two-legged game against Tanzania first and then preparing for their next opponent. 

“Look, it is always about us first. We have to finish the job back home. We don’t want to become complacent. People would say 3-0 is already a score that wins you the tie but the next goal in the match could change things. We have to score that next goal and once that is over we will have to face whoever is in front of us.” 

Banyana Banyana had their final training session on Monday afternoon.

The second leg game will kick off at 19:30 at Mbombela Stadium in Mpumalanga and will be LIVE on SuperSport Variety 4.

Tickets for the game can still be purchased on the link https://tickets.computicket.com/event/south_africa_banyana_banyana_vs_tanzania___2024_olympics_qualifier/7260323

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Lefapha la Boitekanelo le kaile fa le sena R30m ya go aga kliniki kwa Cokonyane

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Setshwantsho: Moago wa kliniki ya Cokonyane

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Baagi ba motse wa Cokonyane, gaufi le Taung, ba ikuela go Lefapha la Boitekanelo mo profenseng ya Bokone Bophirima go ka ba agela kliniki. Baagi ba letse ba boloditse mogwanto go leba lwa kliniking, mme seno se tla morago ga gore lefapha le tlhalose fa le tlile go oketsa lefelo la mokhukhu (parkhomes) le le dirisiwang jaaka kliniking kwa lefelong leo.

Go begwa ga mokhukhu (parkhome) eo e tla jela lefapha R6 million, ebile rakonteraka a setse a thapilwe. Go ya ka mongwe wa baeteledipele wa baagi, Charlie Sejamoholo, ba na le dingwaga di feta lesome ba ntse ba ikuela go lefapha gore le ba agela kliniki, fela kopo ya bone ga e utlwagale.

“Go tloga ka 2010 go fitlha 2022, ba re tlhaloseditse fa go sena madi a go ka aga kliniki. Jaanong ka 2024, ga ba sa boela mo go rona le go re itsise gore go tloga ga jaana ka ngwaga wa ditshelete wa 2024, ba tlile go dira jang. Ga jaana, ba tlile ka di parkhome go tla go di tlhoma mo kliniking ya rona.

“Se ke se itseng ke gore, ebile rakonteraka o setse a thapilwe. Jaanaong, rele baagi re batla pele ga di parkhome tseo di tla go tlhomiwa, re be re nnile le kopano le botsamaisi, mme ba re tlhalosetse gore a re tla agelwa kliniki kgotsa jang,” Sejamoholo wa tlhalosa.

Sejamoholo are, ba utlwile menyenyetse ya gore kliniki ya bone e tlile go agiwa mo dingwageng di le tlhano, lesome kgotsa lesome tlhano tse ditlang. Sejamoholo are jaanong mo bekeng e e tlang, ba tlile go nna le kopano le botsamaisi jwa kliniki go utlwa dintlha ka botlalo.

Kgabagare, sebueledi sa Lefapha la Boitekanelo mo Bokone Bophirima, Tebogo Lekgethwane are: “O tla gopola gore kliniki ya Cokonyane ene e agilwe ka asbesto go tloga kwa tshimologong. Jaanong, moago owa o ile wa tswalwa, mme ga tlisiwa tse re di bitsang di parkhomes.

“Jaanong, lefapha kwa sedikeng le ne le gopotse go oketsa di parkhome tseo, gonne ga di lekane balwetsi fa ba etetse setheo sa rona. Mme thendara ya go reka di parkhomes tseo, e rebotswe ka kgwedi ya Sedimonthole 2023.”

Lekgethwane are fela go ya ka go fokodiwa ga tekanyetso-kabo ya lefaph, ga gona maikaelelo a go aga kliniki kwa motseng o. Lekgethwane are go fitlha ga jaana, go aga kliniki kwa Cokonyane go tla jela lefapha madi a kanang ka R30 million, fa go aga di parkhomes tse dinang le mafaratlhatlha a sejanong, go tla jela lefapha fela R6 million.

Lekgethwane are mafaratlhatlha a tsenngwang mo di parkhomes ke a seemo se se kwa godimo, mme ga a tle go ama thebolo ya ditirelo mo lefapheng.

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