A patient (22) was sentenced to four years imprisonment by the Kimberley Regional Court for rape. On 4 February 2023, the victim (12) went to the bathroom after having supper at a mental hospital in Kimberley.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Molefi Shemane said the accused grabbed the victim patient and pushed her inside the bathroom, locked the door and raped her.
“The victim informed the hospital management, who notified the police. The accused was arrested and bail was successfully denied.
“Detective Sergeant Neo Noge of the Kimberley, Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit (FCS) led the investigation and secured the conviction of the perpetrator,” said Shemane.
He further said accused was convicted and sentenced to four years imprisonment. Shemane added that the court also declared him unfit to work with children and his name is to be entered in the National Child Protection Register.
A stepfather was sentenced to double life imprisonment by the Postmasburg Regional Court for raping his two step-daughters aged 6 and 7 respectively. The two victims complained to their aunt during a visit that their stepfather instructed them to come and sleep with him.
The ZF Mgcawu District police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said the accused subsequently raped both of them, while their mother was asleep.
“The mother indicated that she suspected, however she was afraid of the accused to follow up.
“A case was reported to Danielskuil Police Station on 19 October 2018 and the accused was arrested a few days later in Groblershoop,” she said.
Masegela further said the accused was released on bail and failed to reappear in court. She added that a warrant for his arrest was issued and he was arrested on 30 September 2020.
“He was remained in custody during the period of trial. On 10 June 2024, the accused was convicted and was found guilty on two counts of rape.
“He was sentenced to life imprisonment for each count of rape. The accused was also declared unfit to possess a firearm and his name was recorded in the national register of sex offenders,” said Masegela.
Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola, applauded the meticulous investigation by Sergeant Gaolatlhwe Mongake of Postmasburg Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences unit.
Otola said the police in the Northern Cape will continue to give priority to the safety of children and vulnerable groups by ensuring that perpetrators are brought to book and victims of Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF) related crimes receive justice.
Picture: Some of dagga seized by the police/Supplied
By REGINALD KANYANE
A man (34) was arrested for allegedly dealing in dagga. The Members of Upington Border Police, Upington K9 unit and ZFM High-Way Patrol, allegedly received a tip-off regarding drugs being sold at one of the premises in Upington on Thursday.
The ZF Mgcawu District police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said the police executed a search warrant at the premises and confiscated dagga with a street value of R852 500.
“The police in the ZFM District are working tirelessly to remove the drugs from the streets.
“They arrested suspect is expected to appear in court soon,” she said.
Picture: Some of dagga confiscated by police/Supplied
By BAKANG MOKOTO
A man (41) was arrested for being in possession of dagga in Roodenpan on Thursday. The suspect was arrested by the Kimberley Public Order Police (POP) in the Frances Baard District during intelligence driven operation.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Molefi Shemane said the police received a tip-off and operationalised it. Shemane said this led to the arrest of a suspect.
“Money believed to be the proceeds of crime and dagga with an estimated street value of R2,100 were confiscated.
“The public is encouraged to rate the police efforts in fighting crime by participating in the “RATE OUR SERVICE” online survey to assist the police in improving services.
Picture: Some of the drugs confiscated by police/Supplied
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
Six men aged between 20 and 38, including two women aged 34 and 44, were arrested for dealing in drugs. The suspects were nabbed in the early morning of Thursday during Operation Didlimbeta that was executed in Upington.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Col Cherelle Ehlers said the take down team comprising of Provincial Organised Crime Investigation, Rosedale SAPS Detectives, Upington Crime Intelligence, Upington Public Order Police, Frances Baard District Detectives, K9 Units from Upington, Hartswater and Kimberley, Rosedale Crime Prevention Unit and Upington Border Police, executed the operation that resulted in the arrest of eight suspects in connection with dealing in drugs.
“During the operation drugs with an estimated street value of R123 568 was recovered and confiscated. This included Mandrax, Tik and CAT with an estimated value of R5130 and hydroponic dagga with an estimated value of R118 438.
“A suspect allegedly attempted to flush some of the drugs down the toilet, however detectives managed to recover them.
“The suspects are expected to appear in court soon on charges of dealing in drugs,” she said.
Meanwhile, the Northern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola, commended the outstanding teamwork that resulted in the arrest of perpetrators and seizure of drugs.
Otola said the policing of drug-related crimes remain a priority in the province and the police will continue to vigorously address these crimes.
Picture: The Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District wins a Gold Pot award
By REGINALD KANYANE
The Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District obtained a Gold Pot Award in the category of the best performing district in the National School Nutrition Programme (NSNP). Are Itshokeng Primary School from Dr Kenneth Kaunda District won a Silver Pot in the category of best Performing School in NSNP during the NSNP Awards ceremony held at Phuthaditjhaba Community Hall in the Free State province on 11 June 2024.
The North West Department of Education spokesperson, Mphata Molokwane said the best district received an office equipment, printer, laptop projector and screen. Molokwane said Are Itshokeng received utensils worth R33 000.
“The inception of the awards was in 2009 to ensure that benefitting schools uphold best nutritious practices and those that go far and beyond the call of duty are rewarded.
“The awards also highlighted the World School Milk Day Competition, which also talks about the importance of good nutrition in School, congratulations to all the winners,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Department of Basic Education said: “The NSNP aims to enhance the learning capacity of learners through the provision of a healthy meal at schools. Where it is implemented, the programme has shown to improve punctuality, regular school attendance, concentration and the general wellbeing of participating learners.
“Whilst learners are being provided with nutritious meals, they are also taught to establish and maintain good eating and lifestyle habits for life. Nutrition Education also provides educators with resource materials to support curriculum and to make every school a healthy school.”
The department said schools are also encouraged to establish food gardens from which they obtain fresh produce (vegetables/fruit) to supplement the menu in line with South African Food Based Dietary Guidelines. Learners, teachers & parents are provided with skills to grow their own food contributing towards long-term household food security. It said the gardens are also used as a teaching and learning resource and to beautify the environment.
South African Football Association (SAFA) held a very successful Extraordinary NEC meeting in Bloemfontein, Free State, this week. Members of the NEC discussed several matters robustly at a venue that was just a walking distance from Free State Stadium, the host of Bafana Bafana’s 2026 FIFA World Cup qualifier against Zimbabwe.
Bafana Bafana coach Hugo Broos’ charges beat their Southern Africa neighbours 3-1 on a glorious night on Tuesday, 11 June 2024. Among the several matters that were under discussion, the NEC applauded the South African U15 girls’ national team after triumphing at the CAF African Schools Football Championship in Zanzibar on May 2024.
SAFA president, Dr Danny Jordaan said coach Ntombifuthi Khumalo’s team beat Morocco 5-4 on penalties at a packed Amaan Stadium after the final ended in a 1-1 draw. Special mention was also given to the South African U15 boys’ team who also played at the CAF African Schools Football Championship.
“The two South African U15 National Teams were given a rousing welcome at OR Tambo International Airport after their participation in the tournament.
“The NEC also noted the ABC Motsepe League National Playoffs that will be held in Upington from 17 – 23 June 2024 at the Mxolisi Dicky Jacobs Stadium. The draw for the Playoffs was conducted at SAFA House on 4 June 2024,” he said.
Jordaan congratulated all the teams that have qualified and wished them well ahead of the prestigious promotional playoffs.
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