Daily Archives: June 21, 2024

IEC Commissioner in court for R1.2m graft

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By REGINALD KANYANE

A suspect (62) who is believed to be IEC commissioner, was arrested by the Hawks’ Serious Commercial Crime Investigation (SCCI) for fraud. It is alleged that the suspect was entrusted with managing the Corporate Social Investment Programme (CSI) of Standard Bank.

According to the Hawks spokesperson, Col Katlego Mogale, the suspect who is the ex-employee, was the Head of the CSI Programme for the “Adopt A School Trust”, which was established to provide scholarships, bursaries and awards of study, researching or teaching to learners from schools adopted by Standard Bank’s “Adopt a School” programme for those individuals who qualify and meet the selection criteria to further their studies at any recognised institutions higher learning.

Mogale said through an intensive probe, the Hawks investigators established that the incumbent allegedly flaunted the processes of the trust by awarding scholarships to friends and family members through manipulation of documents and without the approval of the committe.

“Some of the monies allegedly deposited directly into her personal bank account amount to the tune of R1.2 million.

“The suspect is expected to appear later this morning in the Johannesburg Specialised Commercial Crimes Court sitting in Palm Ridge Magistrate’s Court on charges of fraud.

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Three suspects nabbed for possession of suspected stolen property

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By OBAKENG MAJE

The three suspects aged 21, 27 and 47, were arrested for possession of suspected stolen property. This comes after the police in Wrenchville who were conducting stop and search actions, received a tip-off regarding suspected stolen copper cables at a dumping site.

The suspects were allegedly loading copper cables onto a truck.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Col Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said the police operationalised the information.

“They allegedly caught three suspects loading copper cables with an estimated value of R112 684 onto a truck. The police seized the copper cables and a Tata truck.

“A Nissan bakkie believed to be used in the commission of a crime, was also confiscated. The suspects are expected to appear in court soon.

“The investigation continues. The policing of crimes relating to the tampering of essential infrastructure and theft of essential infrastructure remains a priority in the province and will be addressed vigorously,” he said.

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ABC Motsepe National Playoffs semi-finalists determined   

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Picture: The ABC Motsepe National Playoffs semi-finalists determined 

By BAKANG MOKOTO

The third day of the 2024 ABC Motsepe National Playoffs was filled with emotions as teams  either packed their bags or progressed to the semi-finals of the prestigious promotional tournament. Njampela FC won Group A with four points after beating FN Rangers 2-1 in the opening match of the day. 

Kruger United qualified for the semifinals as Group C winners with four points, while Dondol Stars were eliminated from the tournament following their 2-2 draw with NC Pro’s in the second match of the day.

Highbury FC topped Group B with two points to earn a spot in the semi-finals, while Thames FC qualified for the semis as the best runners-up after beating Mangaung United 1-0 in the last match of the group stages.

The semi finals will be played on 21 June 2024.

Thames FC (NW) will host Kruger United (MP) at 11am in the first semifinal, while Highbury FC (EC) will take on  Njampela FC (KZN) in the second semi at 3pm.

The winners of the semifinals will gain automatic promotion to the first division of South African football, which is sponsored by the Motsepe Foundation.

The finalists will then face-off for the ABC Motsepe 2024 decider on Sunday 23 June 2024. All the matches will be played at Mxolisi Dicky Jacobs Stadium and will be televised on SABC Sport.

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A man sentenced to 25 years for killing his girlfriend

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By REGINALD KANYANE

A man (35) has been sentenced to 25 years imprisonment by the Hanover Regional Court for murder. This comes after Tracy “Pes” Wilson killed his girlfriend (34) in Hanover on 7 January 2024.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said the deceased planned to go out with her sister and friends on the said afternoon, but her boyfriend, Wilson refused. Ehlers said the deceased abided to her boyfriend call and decided to stay home.

“Later, the pair had an argument whereby the accused took out a knife and stabbed her to death.

“The investigation was steered by Detective Sergeant Luvuyo Kampi from the Hanover Detective Unit. His thorough efforts secured the hefty sentence and justice for the victim of GBVF violence,” she said.

Ehlers said the court found the accused guilty and sentenced him to 25 years imprisonment for murder and declared him unfit to possess a firearm.

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Six suspects arrested for illegal mining

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Picture: The police confiscated some of mining equipment/Supplied

By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

Six suspects were arrested for Contravention of the Illicit Mining Act and trespassing 19 June 2024. The suspects were arrested during multi-disciplinary team executing Operation Vala Umgodi in the Northern Cape.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Timothy Sam said police in the Frances Baard District were busy conducting routine visible patrols around the old Colville mine shaft sites and netted five suspects aged between 31 and 67 busy with alleged illegal mining activities.

Sam said the suspects were arrested and mining implements were confiscated.

“In the Kooinaas Mine, near Kleinsee in the Namakhwa District, the Vala Umgodi team were alerted by mine security of an intruder inside the mine premises.

“The team responded and arrested the suspect. All suspects will appear in court soon. The police in partnership with all stakeholders will tirelessly heighten efforts to eradicate illegal mining in the province.

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