The North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena warned that police will not tolerate anyone who takes the law into their own hands. This comes after Gregory Phatshwane (43), Kagiso Mokwalase (32) Tshepo Thipe (33) and Mosimanegape Sekhomba (43), briefly appeared in the Bafokeng Magistrate’s Court in Tlhabane, near Rustenburg for kidnapping and murder.
It is alleged that the accused kidnapped Ponono Sekgopi (43) from a tavern on 28 July 2024, in Phokeng after accusing him of burglary. They allegedly took him to Kotokoto Dam, where he was assaulted.
Kwena said Sekgopi was found dead by a passerby and informed the Royal Bafokeng Reaction Force members, who alerted the police. He further said the preliminary investigations led to the discovery of a Nissan Almera vehicle with blood stains in the boot.
“The accused were eventually arrested and their blood stained clothes were seized. We condemn the incident and urged the community to work together with the police through existing and recognised structures such as Community Police Forum (CPF), rather than taking the law into their own hands .
“The accused were remanded in custody until 6 August 2024,” added Kwena.
A man (24) was sentenced to 19 year imprisonment by the Kimberley Regional Court for robbery with aggravating circumstances, house breaking and theft, robbery with aggravating circumstances.
Juvanne Mathee threatened Andrew Laven (58) at knife point before robbing him of his money. Mathee also broke into the house of Stoffel Booyen (51) and stole his cell phone.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Molefi Shemane said the accused also robbed a foreign national (29) at a tuck shop before fleeing. Shemane said after a spate of offences, Mathee was arrested on 9 November 2023.
“A bail was successfully opposed and the accused remained in custody until his sentencing. On 29 July 2024, Mathee was convicted and sentenced to eight years imprisonment for robbery with aggravating circumstances, three years imprisonment for housebreaking and theft.
“He was also sentenced to eight years imprisonment for robbery with aggravating circumstances. The count 2 and 3 will run concurrently with the sentence in count 1. The accused was also declared unfit to possess a firearm,” he said.
Meanwhile, the acting Frances Baard District Commissioner, Brigadier Charlotte Makgari, applauded Detective Constable Abigail Morgan for her thorough investigative work that ensured that the accused is removed from society for a lengthy period.
A man (28) was fatally shot in Newpark in Kimberley. The preliminary investigations indicate that, on Wednesday evening, 31 July 2024 at approximately 9pm, the deceased was fatally shot in his white Toyota Hilux Bakkie.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel, Sergio Kock said the victim and his spouse (27), were at the gate entering into their townhouse complex when an unknown man allegedly approached and fired several shots into the vehicle, fatally wounding the deceased.
“The police are investigating a murder and attempted murder case. Any person who can assist with information regarding the incident can contact the Investigating Officer, Warrant Officer Thabang Kamolane on 082 302 0407 or during office hours at 053 838 4344.
“All information will be treated confidentially and police investigations are continuing. The Kimberley SAPS Serious and Violent Crimes unit are probing the fatal shooting,” he said.
WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – AUGUST 02: Hildah Magaia of South Africa celebrates with teammates after scoring her team’s second goal during the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Group G match between South Africa and Italy at Wellington Regional Stadium on August 02, 2023 in Wellington, New Zealand. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
By REGINALD KANYANE
Banyana Banyana will face FIFA Women’s World Cup finalists, England in an away international friendly match in October. Banyana Banyana coach, Desiree Ellis said her squad will meet the Lionesses at the Coventry Building Society Arena on 29 October 2024, in a match that will be part of the African Champions’ preparations for next year’s Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco.
“After the two away international friendly matches against Senegal in June (1-1 and 2-0), this is a great opportunity for us as we continue with our preparations for WAFCON.
“It gives us time to really prepare well for this challenge to defend our WAFCON title. I’m also excited that the challenge of facing England, the European champions, will test us in a different way. We hope our fans in the UK will come out in numbers to support us. Lastly, a very big thank you to both SAFA and Sasol for their unwavering support and in getting us this top nation to test us as we continue with our preparations to defend our title in the WAFCON,” she said.
It has been more than 14 years since the South African senior women’s national team faced the European champions, with England winning their group stage meeting in the Cyprus Cup 1-0 in February 2010.
SAFA CEO Lydia Manyepao said: “It is a great opportunity for us as African champions to play against the European champions as a stage for our players to showcase how far we’ve developed as a nation. Playing in front of a large South African and African expat community living in England will give coach Desiree and the girls an extra gear to get a good result.”
Nozipho Mbatha, Senior Manager: Group Brand & Sponsorships shared the same sentiments. Mbatha said they are thrilled to support SASOL Banyana Banyana as they prepare to face England in this upcoming friendly.
“This match will present an excellent opportunity for the team to fine-tune their strategies and skills for the 2024 WAFCON tournament. We believe that they will use the power of sport to inspire and unite South Africans, and on behalf of Sasol, we wish them all the best,” she said.
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