Daily Archives: June 30, 2025

South Africa to participate at international development finance summit in Spain

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30 June 2025- International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) Minister, Ronald Lamola will lead South Africa’s delegation to the 4th International Conference on the Financing for Development Summit, scheduled to take place in Seville, Spain, from 30 June – 3 July 2025.  

The conference is convened at the invitation of President Pedro Sánchez Pérez-Castejón of the Government of Spain and United Nations Secretary – General António Guterres. 

In a statement on Saturday, The Presidency said the conference aims to address new and emerging issues in financing for development, including the need to fully implement the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and reform the international financial architecture.

“President Ramaphosa has delegated Minister Lamola as the Head of Delegation for the Summit following recent political developments that require close monitoring and management in the country. 

“South Africa’s participation at the Summit aligns with its G20 Presidency objectives of solidarity, equality and sustainability in complementing and supporting the Summits’ goals of reshaping the global financial system in support of the Sustainable Development Goals,” the Presidency said. 

On the margins of the 4th Financing for Development Summit, South Africa will convene a side event under the theme: “Forging a common agenda to achieve debt sustainability in developing economies”.
 
South Africa seeks to advance through cooperation and collaboration, sustainable solutions to tackle high structural deficits and liquidity challenges, and to extend debt relief to developing economies which disproportionately affects countries in Africa.  

The side event will bring together leading voices from various debt-related initiatives to identify synergies and areas of convergence. It will seek consensus and highlight solutions that enjoy broad support.

South Africa’s delegation to the 4th International Conference on the Financing for Development Summit comprises the Minister in the Presidency for Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation Maropene Ramokgopa, Deputy Minister of Finance David Masondo, and senior government officials. – SAnews.gov.za

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Lekgarebe le tlhokofetse morago ga go thulwa ke sejanaga

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Setshwantsho: Moswi Oratile Chwao

Ka OBAKENG MAJE

30 Seetebosigo 2025- Sepodisi sa Taung se butse kgetsi ya polao ntle le maikaelelo. Se, se tla morago ga gore Oratile Chwao (22), a thulwe ke sejanaga kwa motseng wa Cokonyane, gaufi le Taung. Sepodisi se bega fa Chwao a ne a kgabaganya tsela fa a ka thulwa ke sejanaga.

Sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone are: “Go begwa fa moswi a ile a tlhokafalela kwa lefelong la tiragalo. Ga gona ope o tshwerweng go fitlha ga jaana.

“Fela dipatlisiso di tsweletse mo morerong o.”

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Candice Chirwa redefines what it means to lead with purpose

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Picture: Candice Chirwa with young people/Supplied

By AGISANANG SCUFF

30 June 2025- Engen has congratulated Candice Chirwa on her inclusion in the Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 Class of 2025. A leading voice in menstrual health education and youth advocacy, Chirwa continues to blaze a trail across South Africa and beyond.

At just 29, the founder and director of Qrate is redefining what it means to lead with purpose. Through Qrate, a youth-run non-profit that uses education and empowerment to dismantle menstrual stigma, Candice has made it her mission to spark bold discussions, influence policy, and empower young girls to reclaim their dignity and take up space even during their period.

In 2024, Chirwa partnered with Engen. Her contributions brought significant value to Engen’s community engagement initiatives, where she leveraged her voice and platform to inspire youth and ignite important conversations about dignity, confidence, and self-worth – particularly among young girls facing challenges in under-resourced communities. 

“Being named a Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 honouree is a remarkable achievement and Candice has truly earned her place among the continent’s brightest changemakers,” commented Tsholo Tiro, brand & sponsorship manager at Engen.

Tiro said Chirwa’s fearless advocacy and meaningful partnership with Engen have enriched our community programmes in powerful ways. She said they are proud to celebrate this milestone with her and support her continued journey as one of South Africa’s most inspiring youth leaders.

“Chirwa’s recognition aligns with Engen’s broader commitment to nurturing young talent through programmes like the Engen Knockout Challenge and Engen Champ of Champs football tournaments, and community-based educational initiatives such as the Engen Maths & Science Schools and Engen Computer School programmes.

“Chirwa’s influence, particularly in the space of gender equity and health literacy, mirrors Engen’s values of growth, empowerment, and creating lasting societal change,” said Tiro.

Tiro further said as Chirwa steps into the global spotlight, they salute her unwavering passion and celebrate the future she continues to shape one courageous conversation at a time.

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Ipelegeng murder case back in court

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Picture: The deceased, Onalenna Mafane

By BAKANG MOKOTO

30 June 2025- A case of assault with intent to do Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH), malicious damage to property and murder against three accused, Reginald Sepoko Moeme (30), Tumelo Ernest Riberry Bart (26) and Otlotleng Berry Kagisho Segole (28), will resume today at Schweizer Reneke Magistrate’s Court, for formal bail application.

Moeme, Bart and Segole, were arrested following the outbreak of violent confrontations apparently between two local rival groups known as TRT allegedly operating from the Ahmed Kathrada Section and the Hawks Patrollers from Extension 8, in Ipelegeng Township, near Schweizer Reneke.

The acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General Patrick Asaneng said in response to this violence which posed a serious threat to peace and stability in Ipelegeng Township, he immediately directed the acting Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Commissioner, Brigadier Tshelo Tlotleng, to activate the Joint Operational Command Centre (JOC). Asaneng said the JOC was constituted by among others, local ward councillors, Community Police Forum (CPF), local businesses, taxi associations, different government departments such as the Department of Education, Health and Traffic to ensure that the situation is dealt with speedily and without further escalation of unrest and tension.

“In order to speedily respond to this public unrest, Tlotleng has further issued a stern warning to those involved and  instructed that those responsible for incitement of  public violence that have seen throngs of mostly youth from these rival groupings running amok in Ipelegeng, be identified, tracked and arrested.

“Unfortunately this senseless anarchy and violence has resulted in the brutal death of Onalenna Mafane (19). Mafane was allegedly found lying dead with stab wounds in the chest on Tuesday evening, 20 May 2025, along the Amalia/Schweizer-Reneke road,” he said.

Asaneng further said the reports of local residents, neighbours, friends and fellow residents, including adults brandishing and attacking one another with an assortment of dangerous weapons points to a serious disintegration of the social fabric and moral decay within Ipelegeng.

He added that, the public violence in Ipelegeng is not a spontaneous occurrence, but the result of a long primed ticking time-bomb which happened under the watch of parents and community leaders.

“Surely the signs have been there for local community leaders and parents, who should have acted swiftly and decisively. This violent confrontation involving mostly young persons could have been averted.

“We have deployed a large contingent of police units that include Public Order Police (POP), Provincial Anti-Gang, Tactical Response Team (TRT), Mounted Unit and K9 to normalise the situation and to prevent damage to public and private property, loss of lives, injuries and the escalation of violence that may result in the disruption of day-to-day activities, which include schooling, public transport, businesses, health and emergency services,” said Asaneng.

Meanwhile, Moeme is facing four cases including two of assault with intent to do Grievous Bodily Harm (GBH), malicious damage to property and a murder. Bart and Segole are both linked to a house robbery case.

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‘Situation in Kagisano-Molopo Local Municipality is deeply concerning’

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Picture: The North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Oageng  Molapisi

By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

30 June 2025- The North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Oageng  Molapisi said he has noted the statement issued by the Standing Committee on Provincial Public Accounts (SCOPA) regarding the state of governance in the Kagisano-Molopo Local Municipality. Molapisi said he agrees with the committee that the continued failure by the municipal council to elect a mayor is a “clear violation of governance norms, with serious implications for oversight, service delivery, and accountability.”

He said he also supports the permanent appointment of the mayor for municipal governance stability. Molapisi further said during the invocation of Section 139(1)(a), he had directed the municipality to finalize the election of the mayor.

“Although notable progress and commitment on the side of the administration since the invocation of Section 139(1)(a), the situation in Kagisano-Molopo is deeply concerning and cannot be ignored. The residents of the municipality deserve effective, accountable leadership and a council that upholds the rule of law and serves the public interest.

“In addition to the report to be submitted by the Speaker of Council as directed by SCOPA, the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs will send a senior delegation to Kagisano-Molopo in the coming week to engage with the municipal council, provide legal guidance, and ensure that the municipality urgently complies with the legislative requirements for the election of a mayor or acting mayor,” he added.

Molapisi thanks SCOPA for its vigilant oversight and reiterates his department’s commitment to clean governance, ethical leadership, and the urgent restoration of the rule of law across all municipalities in the province.

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Banyana Banyana wants to re-write history

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Picture: Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Kaylin Swart

By REGINALD KANYANE

30 June 2025 – Banyana Banyana goalkeeper Kaylin Swart says it’s time the Sasol-sponsored African Champions wrote a new book by repeating history and defending their CAF African Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) trophy. The South Africans claimed the title in 2022, and this is the first time they return to Morocco since winning gold.

“It’s such great memories in Morocco, we were in Rabat in 2022 and now we’re in Casablanca but yeah, the feeling is the same we’re very excited to be here because it’s familiar territory for us and hopefully all that excitement can come back from 2022 and, hopefully, we can do it again.

“Now we have got to obviously write a new book and there’s a lot more to be to be done but if we can repeat history that would be great. It’s not going to be easy but yes 2024 (2025) might just be a really good chapter for us,” she said.

Swart was speaking after the squad’s training session in Casablanca where they are concluding preparations for the tournament before heading to their base camp in Oujda for the start of competition.

The South Africans played a practice match against Benin on 28 June 2025, as part of getting ready for the continental women’s championship.

Swart further said it is so crazy to think that they are just a couple days away from kick-off, but they are excited. She added that they just need to focus, so that when they play their first match, they know exactly what they need to do.

“Obviously, we want the positive result which is a win. So yes, that’s what we’re looking forward to now and that’s what we’re working towards,” said Swart.

Meanwhile Banyana Banyana forward Jermaine Seoposenwe has reported for national team duty and joined her compatriots in Casablanca. She started training on 29 June 2025, with the rest of her teammates.

Due to club commitments, Kgaelebane Mohlakoana is the only player still to arrive in Morocco, but is expected in the next few days. South Africa has been drawn in Group C alongside Ghana, Mali and Tanzania.            

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Batho ba le babedi ba tlhokafetse mo kotsing ya sejanaga

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Setshwantsho: Motho o thutsweng ke sejanaga

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30 Seetebosigo 2025- Banna ba le babedi ba tlhokafetse mo kotsing e setlhogo ya sejanaga fa pele ga lefelo la borobasogo la RNR mo tseleng ya R372 magareng ga Taung le Mokgareng ka Lamatlhatso bosigo. Mongwe wa batho ba ba boneng ka matlho are kotsi e, e bakilwe ke sejanaga sa kwa Independent Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC).

Go begwa fa mokgweetsi o, a ne a tswa metshamekong ya kgwele ya dinao kwa Reivilo, mme one a kgweetsa ka lobelo le le kwa godimo. Go begwa fa mokgweetsi o, a ne a itlhaganeletse go ya go ya go baya sejanaga sa IEC.

“Motho o a mo thudileng wa ntlha, one a go tsaya dijo gaufinyana, mme a fitlha a di baya fa godimo ga sejanaga sa NP200. Morago ga moo, o ile a leka go tshela tsela, fela o ile a thudiwa ke sejanaga se. Sejanaga se, se ile sa mo thula mme a fofela kwa godimo.

“O ile a wela mo godimo ga sejanaga sa H1. Ka maswabi, o ile a bulega, mme diteng tsa gagwe jaaka mala, sebete, pelo le makgwao, di ile tsa tswela kwa ntle. Diteng tseo, di ile tsa tshologela mo godimo ga sejanaga sa H1, mme morago ga moo ke fa sejanaga se, se mo tsaya gape se ya go mo latlhela mo godimo ga sejanaga sa Volkswagen Polo.”

Paki e e boneng ka matlho e tlhalositse fa moswi e le moagi wa kwa motseng wa Buxton mono Taung. Paki e gape are sejanaga se, se ile sa bolaya motho o mongwe gape o a neng a tlile moletlong, mme ene ke moagi wa kwa Kuruman.

“Sejanaga se, se ile sa mo kgaola leoto le go mo apola diaparo. Sejanaga se, se ile sa mo kgaola le bonna jwa gagwe ka mokgwa o kotsi e, e neng ele botlhoko ka teng.”

Kgabagare, sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone ga a ise a tsibogele ntlha e.

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