Picture: The drugs seized by the police during the raids/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
Three men were arrested for dealing in drugs during intelligence-driven operations on separate occasions. The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Molefi Shemane said the operations were led by the Operation Vala Umgodi members, who continue to disrupt the distribution of drugs in the Frances Baard District.
Molefi further said the police responded to a tip-off received about drugs being sold in Galeshewe Township, near Kimberley. He added that, during the search and seizure actions on 16 April 2024, two identified locations were raided.
“At the first suspected drug outlet, crystal meth (Tik) and mandrax tablets were found concealed in the heels of women’s shoes. A man (35) was arrested for possession of drugs. The police proceeded to the second identified location and found two men in the house with mandrax tablets in their possession.
“Both suspects are 28 and 37 years old respectively. They were arrested for possession of drugs. Drugs estimated to the street value of R10,000, were confiscated as well as cell phones and money believed to be the proceeds of crime,” said Shemane.
Meanwhile, the Northern Cape Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola, said they acknowledge the cooperation between the police and the communities, who are actively involved in the fight against crime. Otola applauded the police for their ongoing efforts towards addressing illicit mining and related crimes.
The police in Olifantshoek are appealing to the public to assist in locating Anna-Marie Rooi (24), who resides at Plakkerskamp, in Olifantshoek. The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Timothy Sam said, Rooi was last seen by her mother on Sunday, 24 December 2023 in Plakkerskamp, Olifantshoek.
‘She was wearing blue jeans, a white top and black Adidas sneakers. Anyone who might have information about the whereabouts of Anna-Marie is urged to contact Sergeant KG Mqaisa at 073 840 2654 or 08600 10111 or either use the MySAPS app.
“All information received will be treated confidentially. The public is also reminded that there is no waiting period to report a person missing,” he said.
Picture: The missing Motsamai Petrus Phoko/Supplied
By BAKANG MOKOTO
The police in Roodepan are appealing to the public to assist in locating Motsami Petrus Phoko (76), who resides at 48465 Kanana, Roodepan in Kimberley. The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Timothy Sam said, Phoko was last seen by his sister on 28 January 2024 in Roodepan.
Sam said it is alleged that Phoko has frequently been seen around the De Beers Stadium area.
“He was wearing grey jeans and black shoes. Anyone who might have information about the whereabouts of Motsami, is urged to contact Warrant Officer Vermeulen at 082 495 4717 or 08600 10111 or either use the MySAPS app.
“All information received will be treated confidentially. The public is also reminded that there is no waiting period to report a person missing,” he said.
Picture: Two men, Allie Edgar Pommer and Basil Owen Smith/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
The police in Roodepan are appealing to the public to assist in locating Allie Edgar Pommer (40), who resides at 21st Street, No 42 Homevale Extension, in Kimberley. Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Timothy Sam said, Pommer was last seen on 4 September 2022, when he left home after visiting his brother at Ivory Park Shanties, but never reached his destination.
Sam further said another missing person, Basil Owen Smith (35), who resides at 45201 Ivory Park in Roodepan, was last seen on 11 February 2023, wearing black jeans and a white t-shirt. He added that Smith is mentally challenged and likes walking from home to sit at the corner of Raven Street crossing in Roodepan and would normally return home.
“The two missing persons were amongst a list missing persons circulated by the police on 23 February 2023. Anyone who might have information about their whereabouts is urged to contact the Investigating Officer Captain Allistair Slambert at 071 675 4427 or 08600 10111 or either use the MySAPS App.
“All information received will be treated confidentially. The public is also reminded that there is no waiting period to report a person missing, said Sam.
Picture: The Chairperson of the North West House of Traditional Leaders and Khoi-San, Kgosi Thari Maotwe and North West MEC for Finance, Motlalepula Rosho, hand over financial report to a traditional leader from the Bakgatla ba Kgafela tribal council/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
North West MEC for Treasury, Molalepula Rosho said, the provincial government has honoured its promise to the North West Traditional Authorities by handing over financial reports of their respective councils.
Rosho said for many years, the North West Traditional Authorities have requested the provincial government to provide them with information relating to the financial transaction reports regarding their respective councils.
In a meeting that was held last year in Sun City, Rosho and North West MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Nono Maloyi, have acceded to the call by the traditional authorities and committed that the request will be sanctioned.
“The North West Department of Treasury in collaboration with the North West Department of COGTA and Office of the Premier, have commenced with a series of roadshows that are aimed at providing traditional authorities with the information related to financial transactions processed since 1994 to March 2023.
“These roadshows mark a significant step towards fostering transparency, collaboration, and accountability within our traditional communities. The initiative kick-started on 16 April 2024 in Phokeng, near Rustenburg with Dikgosi of Rustenburg and Mankwe,” she said.
Rosho further said this will be followed by Madikwe, Moretele, Madibeng, Lehurutshe, Ditsobotla, Molopo, Taung and Ganyesa respectively. She added that, the exercise is envisaged to be concluded during mid-May.
“We acknowledged the importance of traditional authorities to be provided with these financial reports as they are expected to play a more significant role in overseeing the allocation of resources in their communities.
“The need to foster clear and open communication channels and committed government towards building trust and ensure that traditional authorities are fully informed and engaged in decision-making processes that impact their communities,” said Rosho.
She emphasised that traditional authorities should also be equipped with knowledge that enables them to understand the financial information contained in the report. Rosho also indicated that traditional authorities have proven beyond reasonable doubt that they are valuable community builders, therefore it is imperative that they are empowered with knowledge.
“Yet, amidst the trials of adversity, traditional leaders emerged as beacons of resilience and agents of progress. In the absence of adequate government infrastructure in the past, they assumed the mantle of development, spearheading initiatives to uplift their communities and foster sustainable growth.
“The indomitable spirit and unwavering commitment of our traditional leaders to the well-being of their people, epitomize the essence of African leadership at its finest,” she said.
Meanwhile, the representative from the Office of the Premier, Zacharia Tolo, who is an advisor to the Premier, endorsed the session and commended the two departments for ensuring that the D-account has been shared with the traditional authorities. Tolo said it is public knowledge that this has been a thorny issue that ought to be dealt with in a transparent manner.
“We draw inspiration from the rich tapestry of history that surrounds us and may we march forward with steadfast determination towards a future characterized by prosperity, inclusivity, and shared prosperity,” he said.
The Chairperson of the North West House of Traditional Leaders and Khoi-San, Kgosi Thari Maotwe, expressed his gratitude and said this move is an indication that intergovernmental relations are recognised in the province.
Maotwe committed that the traditional leaders will always welcome any interventions that are brought by the government to empower traditional leaders as this will translate to better service delivery in the various communities of the province.
The traditional leaders that were present received envelopes containing various reports of their respective traditional councils and signed an acknowledged receipt to symbolise their commitment to the handover process.
Setshwantsho: Monna le mosadi ba shetse mo sejanageng kwa Morokweng
Ka OBAKENG MAJE
Batho ba le babedi ba shetse mo sejanageng sa modiro wa VW Jetta kwa motseng wa Morokweng, gaufi le Ganyesa, mo letsatsing la maabane. Go begwa fa sepodisi sene sa bilediwa kwa lifelong la tiragalo, mme ba fitlhela sejanaga se tuka.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen are, tiragalo e ke ya mo letsatsing la Labobedi mo mosong. Van Rooyen are go fitlhetswe motho wa mosadi le monna ba shetse mo sejanageng seo.
“Monna one a na le dingwaga di le 45, fa mosadi ane ana le dingwaga di le 29. Dipatlisiso tse di bontshang gore tiragalo e, e ka tswa e bakilwe ke eng di tsweletse,” van Rooyen wa tlhalosa.
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