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ANC provincial Deputy Chairperson, Lazarus Mokgosi announced as North West Premier candidate

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Picture: ANC Deputy Chairperson, Lazarus Kagiso Mokgosi announced as North West Premier elect

By OBAKENG MAJE

The African National Congress (ANC) National Officials conducted interviews with ANC Premier Candidates on 10 until 12 June 2024. The ANC Secretary-General, Fikile Mbalula said in a statement that all interviews were observed by the Chairperson of the ANC Electoral Committee, Kgalema Motlanthe, or a member of the committee nominated by him.

“The Electoral Committee commended the National Officials for the integrity of the process and the leadership that they demonstrated throughout.

“The committee expressed appreciation for the rigorous, thorough and impartial approach by the National Officials at a time when they were required to provide leadership in many other pressing national developments,” he said.

Mbalula further said the National Officials posed a range of questions to the candidates covering ethical and capable leadership as set out in “Through the Eye of a Needle” and the six priorities in the ANC 2024 Election Manifesto that are critical to speeding up transformation.

“ANC Election Manifesto also intent to improve the lives of the people, which include our jobs plan, building our industries to include an inclusive economy, tackling the high cost of living, investing in people, defending democracy and advancing freedom.

“This includes building a better Africa and world. They also interviewed candidates on building a developmental state, building capable local government, protection of the human rights and dignity of women, children, young people, older persons, and LGBTQIA+ persons and promoting social cohesion,” said Mbalula.

He added that the National Officials were impressed by the candidates that they interviewed and commended provinces for the quality of their nominees.

Mbalula said the ANC renewal process seeks to restore trust and confidence as leader of the National Democratic Revolution (NDR) and the fundamental socio-economic transformation of our society.

“At its last two national conferences, the ANC vowed to more effectively address society’s challenges, conduct its affairs in line with its core values and renew the movement so it can continue to serve and lead the people.

“We are now raising the intellectual capacity and enhancing the moral and ethical orientation of our membership,” he said.

Mbalula said the living embodiment of a renewed ANC will be members, who show exemplary conduct in society by upholding the core values and principles of selfless public service, discipline and integrity. We believe that this team exemplifies these qualities.

“Based on the above principles and the interviews conducted, the National Officials decided that the following comrades should be ANC Premier candidates for the following provinces.

“Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane for Eastern Cape, Maqueen Letsoha-Mathae for Free State, Andrek Hendrick “Panyaza” Lesufi for Gauteng, Phophi Constance Ramathuba for Limpopo, Mandla Ndlovu for Mpumalanga, Kagiso Lazarus Mokgosi for North West and Zamani Saul for Northern Cape,” he said.

Mbalula said the ANC National Officials believe that the above comrades are equal to the challenges of the struggle for a better life for all that are difficult and diverse and require honest, capable and dedicated leaders.

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A man sentenced to 12 years in prison for attempted rape and assault GBH

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By REGINALD KANYANE

A man (32) sentenced to 12 years imprisonment by the Kimberley Regional Court for attempted rape and assault Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH).

On 16 July 2023 at around 01:35, the victim (19), was speaking on her cellphone outside a tavern in Goutrou, Hopetown, when she was accosted by the accused, Simon Mans.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Sergio Kock said Mans assaulted and strangled her and forcefully dragged her to a toilet, where he attempted to rape her. Kock said the victim fought him off and managed to run away.

“She alerted the police and the suspect was arrested hours later.

“Detective Sergeant Frans Louw of the Hopetown Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit led the outstanding detective work that ensured that the Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) perpetrator is safely behind bars,” he said.

Kock further said Mans remained in custody until he was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for attempted rape and two years imprisonment for assault GBH.

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MRM CALL ON CHURCHES TO EMBRACE YOUTH, RECONCILE SONS AND FATHERS

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Picture: The MRM to host yourh dialogue/Supplied

By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

The Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM) in the North West on Thursday called on the church to come back to the preservation, protection as well promotion of the history and heritage of Youth Ethical Leadership, participation and involvement.

The Convernor of the MRM Provincial Interim Committee, Pastor Lesiba Kgwele said civil society led movement advocating the Charter of Positive Values and Ubuntu urged churches to use their 16 June and Fathers’ Day services to pray for young people as it launches its Youth dialogues under the theme: “30 years of Democracy: Youth Reflections & Refocus-The South Africa We want”.

“The class of 1976 was supported by the clergy and the church. The likes of Arch Bishop Desmond Tutu, Father Smangaliso Mkhatshwa, Rev Frank Chikane, Sister Bernard Ncube, Rev Bayers Naude, Rev Motlalepula Chabaku, Bishop Malusi Mpumlwana, among others who were at the forefront of protecting the youth against a ruthless and repressive apartheid state in the aftermath of the historic June 16 uprisings and during the struggle pre-1994,” he said.

Kgwele further said the church is well-placed to lead inter-generational prayer for the youth and reunite sons with their fathers.

He added that as per the MRM National Programme, the province will also host Hector Pietersen Memorial Lecture and Empowerment Exhibitions in partnership with Matlosana Local Municipality and Office of the Premier Directorate Social Cohesion and Moral Regeneration on 21 June 2024, at the Abundant Life Outreach International Church 21596 Benji Oliphant Road, Extension 8 in Jouberton Township, Klerksdorp to kickstart youth dialogues for inputs to the SA Youth Development Charter.

“We cannot afford to lose our youth to hopelessness, moral decay, drugs, substance abuse, teenage pregnancies gangsterism and crime.

“The journey to retrace the spiral of youth resistance from Soweto on June 16 to Jouberton Township on June 23 and Montshiwa Township on August 8, must inspire the current generation of young people and rekindle the spirit of activism,” said Kgwele.

He said this will redefine their historic mission as they advance towards the 50th Youth Day Commemoration in 2026.

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A tuck shop owner in Molelema robbed undisclosed amount of money by ‘fake’ policemen  

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By OBAKENG MAJE 

The police in Taung are investigating a case of business robbery. This comes after three suspects allegedly entered a local tuck shop in Molelema village, near Taung, and robbed a tuck shop owner undisclosed amount of money and cigarettes at gunpoint. 

The North West police spokesperson in Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati cluster, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen said the incident took place on 12 June 2024. 

“It is alleged that two of the three suspects were dressed in police uniform. They allegedly robbed the complainant of an undisclosed amount of money and cigarettes.  

“The suspects fled the scene afterwards and no one has been arrested thus far. Investigations are underway,” she said.

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Ten men arrested for Contravention of the Immigration Act, 2002

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Picture: Ten accused arrested for Contravention of the Immigration Act, 2002

By OBAKENG MAJE

Ten accused who were arrested during the Operation Vala Umgodi in Hartbeespoort Dam, were remanded in custody until 18 and 20 June 2024, for interpreters respectively. The accused appeared before the Brits Magistrate’s on 11 June 2024, for Contravention of the Immigration Act, 2002.

The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said the suspects were arrested during the operation conducted between 9 and 10 June 2024. Funani said the suspects included Zimbabwe and Mozambique foreign nationals. 

“The police seized illegal mining equipment that included a phenduka machine and motor, chains and hammers. In Mogwase, nine suspects who appeared in court for Contravention of the Immigration Act 2002 and illicit mining on 10 June 2024, were all remanded in custody until 19 June 2024.  

“The suspects were arrested in Tlhatlaganyane village on 6 June 2024, and they comprised six Lesotho and two Zimbabwe foreign nationals, as well as a South African. During the arrest, the police confiscated a tipper truck, generators, hammers, jack hammers, water pumps and many other equipment,” she said. 

The North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, welcomed the arrests and the confiscation of illegal mining equipment.

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A man sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a minor

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By OBAKENG MAJE 

A man (21) has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Mmabatho Regional Court after he raped a girl (4). On 25 September 2019, the child was walking together with her two siblings aged 6 and 7, coming from the shop when they met the accused. 

The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said the latter grabbed the girl and walked to the nearby bushes and raped her. Funani said the accused then ran away after the incident. 

“The neighbours heard the minor crying and called the mother. She was informed that her daughter was raped. The victim was transported to the local hospital, where a rape was confirmed.

“Following investigations, the accused was traced and the child managed to identify him as the man who raped her. On 25 September 2019, the man was arrested. It was established that the accused was on parole when he committed the crime,” she said. 

Funani further said on sentencing the accused, the court also ordered that his name be added in the National Register for Sexual Offenders.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena and Dr Rachel Makhari, lauded the Investigating Officer, Sergeant Ouma Enocencia Mokgobinyane as well as the prosecutor, Advocate Ben Diseko and all other role players for their concerted efforts that resulted in the maximum sentence.

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A man sentenced to life imprisonment for rape 

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By OBAKENG MAJE 

A man (30) was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Vryburg Regional Court for rape. Tiroyaone Gwai raped a woman (31) on 7 December 2020. 

The North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Amanda Funani said a woman was about to sleep at her residence in Ganyesa, outside Vryburg, when she heard a knock at the door. Funani said on realising that the woman was not responding, Gwai called her by her nickname and she recognised the voice. 

“Although Gwai was told to leave, he broke the window and gained entrance into the house. He then assaulted and strangled the woman before raping her three times. The victim called the police after the accused fell asleep next to her,” she said.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena and the Director of Public Prosecution, Dr Rachel Makhari, welcomed the life sentence handed down to the accused by the Vryburg Regional Court. 

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Bafana beat Zimbabwe at a boisterous Free State Stadium

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Picture: Bafana Bafana players in celebratory mood/Generic

By OBAKENG MAJE 

Bafana Bafana rewarded the thousands of fans, who descended on Free State Stadium with a top-class performance as they beat Zimbabwe 3-1 in a pulsating 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier on Tuesday night. 

Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos’ charges signaled their intentions very early in the game when Iqraam Rayners scored the opening goal of the match inside the first minute. 

Free State Stadium erupted into pandemonium as the fans celebrated the home team’s dream start to the game. But Zimbabwe responded a minute later when Tawanda Chirewa scored the equaliser to momentarily put a damper on the celebrations. 

The home side went in search of the goal that would have restored their lead, but could not find the breakthrough they needed. The two teams went into the break still deadlocked at 1-1.

The South African senior men’s team returned with more purpose in the second period and substitute Thapelo Morena regained the lead with his strike in the 55th minute. Morena put the game beyond the visitors when he scored his second of the night and the third for Bafana Bafana when he scored in the 76th minute.

The Bloemfontein fans delivered a memorable night from the stands for the Bafana Bafana players and technical staff as they sang their lungs out, cheered the team and gave fervent support from the stands.

The South Africans are now second in qualifying FIFA World Group C with seven points. They are level on points with group leaders Rwanda due to goal difference.

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