Daily Archives: August 7, 2024

Repeat stock-theft offender arrested for trespassing

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Picture: Some of the sheep reported stolen/Generic

By REGINALD KANYANE

A man was sentenced to two years imprisonment by the Victoria Magistrate’s Court for tresspassing. Gert Isaacs (46) who is affectionately known as Jomo and a repeat stock-theft offender, could not tribble pass the law enforcement agencies as he was caught in the act.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Sergio Kock said Jomo was sentenced to two years for trespassing in his attempt to commit stock-theft. He further said Isaacs completed a ten year prison sentence for a previous stock-theft offence in 2023, and was once again caught in the act on 31 July 2023, at the Kookfontein farm, near Victoria West.

“The accused was arrested and charged with trespassing

Under the Stock Theft Act and sentenced on 5 August 2024, to two years direct imprisonment. Detective Sergeant Winston Julies of the Stock Theft and Endangered Species unit was leading the investigation that led to the conviction of the repeat stock theft offender,” he said.

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Former Meat Brother Pub owner, Tshwaro Mangwegape who was arrested for murder and attempted murder back in court

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Picture: The former owner of Meat Brother Pub, Tshwaro Mangwegape/Facebook

By OBAKENG MAJE

A murder and attempted case against the former owner of Meat Brother Pub, Tshwaro Mangwegape (41), has been postponed by the Taung Regional Court until 7 August 2024, for further investigations. Mangwegape, who is out on R5000 bail, briefly appeared at Taung Regional Court on Monday. 

He is accused of shooting and killing the NWU Soccer Institute player, Undivile “Vilo” Mdi (28) and injuring his friend, Aobakwe Ernest Kokwe (33) on 17 December 2023. Mdi and Kokwe were amongst patrons who visited the establishment that was full to capacity on a fateful day. 

It is alleged that the security guards refused entry to patrons who did not have Identification Documents (IDs) and that led to a stampede. Mdi and Kokowe allegedly tried to gain entry forcefully, but Mangwegape allegedly pulled out a gun and shot at them. 

Mdi was fatally shot, while his friend was rushed to the hospital with terrible gunshot wounds. 

Meanwhile, the state is still waiting for the ballistic test results.

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Portfolio Committee on Sports, Arts and Culture mourns the death of veteran actress, Connie Chiume

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Picture: Veteran actress, the late Connie Chiume

By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI 

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Sports, Arts and Culture, Joe McGluwa said they have learnt with shock the passing of veteran actor, Connie Chiume. McGluwa said the committee sends its heartfelt condolences to the family, relatives and the entire creative sector. 

“The passing of Sis Connie is a real loss to the industry, and a loss the industry will struggle to cope with. It will take a long time to find a mother figure to all those who have crossed paths with her.

“Sis Connie built a name for herself on theatre and mostly television productions. A typical all-rounder well versed in her style of switching with ease on many South African languages, a trick few actors can master,” he said.

McGluwa further said Chiume reportedly passed on Tuesday and she was 72 at the time of her passing. He added that Chiume featured in so many prominent and illustrious productions in South Africa like Gomora and the Black Panther, and was thus honoured for her roles. 

“Sis Connie’s passing was sudden, but she will remain in our hearts and for what she has achieved, the sector will forever be rewarded in such a manner as to benefit young actors,” said McGluwa. 

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35 players to represent North West at national tournament

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Picture: Some of the players during the tournament/Supplied  

By REGINALD KANYANE 

More than 35 players were selected to represent the North West at a national tournament scheduled for August 9-11 in Johannesburg. Members of Team North West – 20 Under-15 boys and 15 Under-15 girls – will individually be playing to be selected for Team South Africa that will be competing in a Confederation of African Football (Caf) youth championship in Namibia later in the year. 

The North West Department of Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation spokesperson, Shuping Sebolecwe said Team North West was selected in Potchefstroom after four districts locked horns in a day-long contest. 

“The soccer players and their management teams were supported by the Department of Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation, as well as the North West Department of Education.

“The winning districts went home with medals and cups. In the boys’ contest, Dr Kenneth Kaunda, Bojanala and Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati earned gold, silver and bronze respectively. In the same medals order for girls, it was Bojanala, Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati and Dr Kenneth Kaunda,” he said.

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