30 Moranang 2025- Monna wa dingwaga di le 19, o solofetswe go tlhagelela kwa kgotlhatshkelo ya Taung mabapi le polao. Se se tla morago ga gore a latofadiwe ka go bolaya monna wa dingwaga di le 19, kwa motseng wa Qhoo, gaufi le Taung.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen are: “Go begwa fa banna ba, ba ne ba dutse botlhe ka letsatsi la Tshipi mo maitsiboeng fa gone ga tsoga nganyisano.
“Go begwa fa mmelaelwa, a ne a ntsha thipa le go tlhaba moswi. Kgetsi e ile ya bulwa, mme mmelaelwa o ile a tshwarwa. O solofetswe go tlhagelela kwa kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung mo letsatsing la gompieno go lebagana le ditatofatso tsa polao.”
Picture: A man sentenced to life imprisonment for killing his baby/Generic
By BAKANG MOKOTO
30 April 2025- A man (31) was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Atamelang Regional Court for murder. This comes after the accused, Jacob Molebo killed his three-month-old baby.
The tragic event occurred on 22 October 2020 at Setlagole village, near Atamelang. The investigations revealed that Molebo was in a romantic relationship with the mother of the deceased.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in North West, Sivenathi Gunya said on the fateful day, Molebo took the deceased from the mother and without any provocation, he threw and hit the deceased against the wall of the neighbour’s house. Gunya said the child sustained severe injuries from being thrown against a concrete wall with force.
“The court heard harrowing details about the crime, which illustrated the vulnerability of the victim. Molebo then left the mother there without any assistance.
“The mother then requested help from the neighbours and as a result the child was transported to the nearby clinic, where he was declared dead upon arrival,” he said.
Gunya further said the police were subsequently called and Molebo was arrested three days after the incident as the police could not trace him. He added that, the accused has been in custody since.
“In court, he pleaded not guilty to the charge of murder. In aggravation of sentence, the state prosecutor, advocate Edward Manicus argued against such deviations that were presented by the defence, referring to applicable statutes and case laws.
Manicus argued for life imprisonment to be imposed and submitted that there were no compelling and substantial circumstances adduced by the defence for the court to deviate from the applicable minimum sentence,” said Gunya.
The Magistrate, Stephan Du Toit in his judgment emphasised the court’s duty to protect vulnerable members of society and the alarming prevalence of murder offences against women and children in the area. Du Toit agreed with the state and sentenced the accused to life imprisonment.
Meanwhile, welcoming the sentence, the Director of Public Prosecutions in the North West, Dr Rachel Makhari, commended the investigative and prosecution teams for their dedication.
“We stand united in our resolve to ensure justice is served. Violent crimes will not be tolerated, and perpetrators will face the full might of the law,” she said.
Picture: Former Municipal Manager at the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality, Advocate Abbey Dlavane/Supplied
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
30 April 2025- Former Municipal Manager at the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality, Advocate Abbey Dlavane (61), was on 25 April 2025, sentenced to 5 years imprisonment for theft and contravention of Section 173 (1)(a) of Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) by the Klerksdorp Magistrate’s Court.
This comes after Dlavane, who was employed as the Municipal Manager for the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality between January 2009 and March 2010, allegedly instructed the credit controller to issue a cheque amounting to R550 000 to Kumekucha Investment for services not rendered to the municipality.
The matter was reported to the Klerksdorp-Based Hawks Serious Commercial Crime Investigation for further handling. The investigation revealed that Dlavane was the sole member of Kumekucha Investment.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson, Sivenathi Gunya said it was further established that the accused failed to follow proper Municipal Supply Chain Management policy processes as he authorized such payment without implementing a competitive bidding process resulting in the municipality suffering a loss worth R550 000. Gunya said following a series of court appearances, the accused was found guilty on one count of theft and one count of Contravention of Section 173 of MFMA.
“Dlavane was sentenced to 5 years imprisonment on charges of theft and 3 years imprisonment on charges of Contravention of Section 173 (MFMA), which was wholly suspended for 5 years,” he said.
The acting North West Head for the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation, Brigadier Georgia Moos and the Director of Public Prosecutions in North West, Dr Rachel Makhari, welcomed the sentence. They lauded the investigation and prosecution team for their relentless efforts in fighting corruption in the municipalities as they said this will serve as a stern warning to public servants to serve with integrity and accountability.
Meanwhile, the Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM) in the North West described a sentencing as a victory against fraud and corruption. The Convenor of the Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM) North West Interim Committee, Pastor Lesiba Kgwele, commended the Hawks Serious and Commercial Crime Investigation Directorate and the National Prosecution Agency for the successful prosecution and called for the asset forfeiture processes to follow in order to recoup the money lost to the municipality.
“This should serve as a deterrent to send an unequivocal message that officials that are entrusted with public resources will be held responsible for succumbing to greed and corruption as their actions are a betrayal of the trust of communities that are yearning for improved service delivery.
“The roll-out of the Local Government Ethical Leadership Initiative (LGELI) Code adopted after MRM’s extensive engagement with Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (SALGA), South African Local Government Association (SALGA), Ethics Institute and the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) will contribute towards strengthening the Local Government Anti-Corruption Strategy,” said Kgwele.
He further said the municipalities will only reposition themselves for effective service delivery, as well as prudent financial management if they adopt zero tolerance to corruption, rid themselves of unscrupulous individuals, promote ethical leadership as well as good governance and accountability. Kgwele added that the Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) that MRM had recently signed with SALGA during its Annual Assembly held in Limpopo, will bring civil society on board as regards strengthening partnership with municipalities to intensify the fight against corruption and building values driven communities.
30 April 2025- A kidnapping, robbery aggravating, rape and murder case against two accused, Tshepiso Montswane (33) and Gaonapotso Rantsho (33), was postponed by the Ganyesa Magistrate’s Court until 7 May 2025. The duo was arrested after they allegedly kidnapped, robbed, rape and killed Motlalepule Kau (43).
It is alleged that Kau who resided in Montshioa Township, near Mahikeng, was lured by Rantsho and Montswane to Kudunkgwane village, near Ganyesa under false pretence of being traditional healers. It is alleged that, Kau was reported missing by her family at Mahikeng Police Station on 23 April 2025, and a search was commenced.
The accused allegedly kidnapped, robbed, raped and killed her. Kau’s lifeless body was found buried in a shallow grave in the bushes between Tlakgameng and Kudunkgwane on 24 April 2025.
The North West police spokesperson, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone said Kau’s body was positively identified by a next-of-kin. Mokgwabone said the gruesome discovery came after forensic leads led the investigation teams that worked tirelessly to the area.
“Ransho and Motswane were remanded in custody until 7 May 2025, for possible bail application. They are facing charges of kidnapping, robbery aggravating, rape and murder,” he said.
The duo told the court that, they have a pending rape case.
30 April 2025- The Netball South Africa (NSA) said it is aware of the issues raised by the Gauteng Jaguars around the accommodation logistics, which have ended up affecting yesterday’s game between Gauteng Jaguars and Zambesi Eagles.
The NSA spokesperson, Karabo Mokgalagadi said they worked with the team and Sun City regarding the issue surrounding the accommodation for the team. Mokgalagadi said that issue has since been resolved.
“Netball South Africa has further resolved the issue around the game that had to be called off, and has been rescheduled for 3 May 2025, at 9am.
“We would like to extend our sincere apologies to the players and all parties involved for any inconvenience caused,” she said.
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