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Dokete mo kgetsing ya ga Modise e utswitswe

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Setshwantsho: Molatofadiwa Korononea Jeremia Modise

Ka OBAKENG MAJE

23 Diphalane 2025- Sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima go begwa fa se batlisisa kgetsi ya go thubiwa ga dikantoro tsa babatlisisi (Detectives) ba dikgetsi tse di farologaneng mono Taung. Se se tla morago ga magatwe a gore dikantoro tsa babatlisi ba sepodisi mono Taung di robiwe mafelo a fetsang go feta a beke.

Go begwa fa go utswitswe dokete (docket) ya ga Korononea Jeremia Modise (34), yo eleng molatofadiwa mo kgetsing ya go teketa le go shupa ka sethunya. Modise, yo eleng monna wa kwa motseng wa Dikhuting, gaufi le Taung, one a tshwarwa le go latofadiwa ka go teketa le go shupa ka sethunya.

Go ya ka dipego, monna wa kwa Picong, Batsile Eric Sebico (43) one a tlhaselwa le go teketwa ke Modise ka kgwedi ya Seetebosigo mono ngwaga. Go begwa fa Sebico a ile a kgorogelwa ke banna ba ba neng ba tsamaya ka sejanaga sa Toyota GD6 ga mmogo le Volkswagen Polo e khibidu kwa legaeng la gagwe.

Ka nako eo, sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone are go begwa fa banna bangwe ba ile ba tsena kwa legae la mongongoregi le go mo teketa. Mokgwabone are go begwa fa banna ba, ba ile ba thuntsa dikolo di le pedi mo setswalong sa mongongoregi pele ga ba ka tsamaya.

“Sepodisi se butse dikgetsi di le tharo kgatlhanong le molatofadiwa, eleng kgetsi ya go teketa, tshenyo ya dithoto ga mmogo le go shupa ka sethunya,” Mokgwabone wa tlhalosa.

Ene ya re fa lekwalo-dikgang la rona la The Guardian le botsa Mokgwabone ka magatwe a gore babelaelwa ba, ba latofadiwa ka go ja ga mmogo le batlhankela bangwe ba sepodisi, ebile go kaiwa fa ba tshabiwa, one a araba ka gore bone jaaka sepodisi ga ba itse sepe ka magatwe ao.

“Jaaka sepodisi, ga re na bopaki jwa gore banna ba, ba tshabiwa ke sepodisi, ebile ba amega mo dikgetsing tse dingwe. Jaanong, re ikuela go mongwe le mongwe o a nang le bopaki mabapi le seo go tsenya ngongora gore sepodisi se batlisise ntlha eo,” Mokgwabone wa tlhalosa.

Kgetsi ya go teketa ga mmogo le go shupa ka sethunya kgatlhanong le Modise, e ile ya busediwa morago ke kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung go fitlha fa kgwedi ya Ngwanaatsele e tlhola matsatsi a le 11, fa go sentse go letilwe dipoelo (ballistic test) tsa sethunya.

Lekgotlha le tlhalositse fa dipatlisiso di tsweletse.

Go begwa fa e se ga ntlha dokete e ya ga Modise e utswiwa. Go begwa fa go tlile ga utswiwa foromo ya J88 ya mongongoregi mo go yone.

Go begwa fa gape Modise a buletswe kgetsi ya go teketa Christopher More (70). More one a tlhaselwa gabedi ka dinako tse difarologaneng kwa motseng wa gagabo wa Picong le go fisetswa ntlo ga mmogo le sejanaga.

Gape, go begwa fa a ne a tlhaselwa le go shupiwa ka sethunya kwa legaeng la gagwe kwa Monoto-mosetlha kwa motseng wa Tlapeng.

Kgabagare, Mokgwabone ga tshwaela mabapi le magatwe a gore dokete ya ga Modise e utswitswe kwa dikantorong tsa sepodisi mono Taung.

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Mozambican man sentenced to 15 years imprisonment for murder, attempted murder and armed robbery

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By REGINALD KANYANE

23 October 2025- The Vryburg Regional Court has sentenced Osvaldo Julia Cumbane (32), a Mozambican national, to an effective 25 years’ imprisonment following his conviction on multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit an offence, murder, attempted murder, two counts of robbery with aggravating circumstances, kidnapping, two counts of pointing a firearm, and possession of ammunition.

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in the North West, Sivenathi Gunya said the court heard that on 2 May 2022, Cumbane left Welkom in the Free State, where he was residing, and travelled with a group of men to Ganyesa in the North West. Gunya said upon their arrival, they conspired to commit a robbery.

“The police investigations led by the Warrant Officer Calvin Koope from the Mahikeng Serious Organised Crime Investigation Unit (Hawks), revealed that on 4 May 2022, the group proceeded to Tlaakgameng Trading Store to execute their plan to rob a Fidelity Security Services cash-in-transit vehicle.

“When the vehicle arrived at the store, the robbers ambushed the guards. During the robbery, gunfire was exchanged, and one of the security officers, Lebogang Leager Kakgola, was shot. He was rushed to a nearby clinic, where he later succumbed to his injuries. Following intensive investigations, Cumbane was arrested on 15 January 2024,” he said.

Gunya said he was denied bail and remained in custody throughout the trial. He said during proceedings, Cumbane pleaded guilty to all charges in terms of a plea and sentence agreement with the state.

“Advocate Ayanda Mzamo told the court that the accused was driven by greed when he planned to rob the cash-in-transit vehicle, an act that resulted in the senseless loss of an innocent life performing his duties. The court sentenced Cumbane seven years imprisonment for conspiracy to commit an offence, 25 years’ imprisonment for murder, 7 years imprisonment for attempted murder and 15 years imprisonment for two counts of robbery with aggravating circumstances.

“He was also sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment for kidnapping, 15 years imprisonment for two counts of pointing a firearm and 7 years imprisonment for possession of ammunition. In accordance with Section 280 of the Criminal Procedure Act 51 of 1977, some sentences will run concurrently, resulting in an effective 25 year term of imprisonment,” said Gunya.

Welcoming the sentence, Director of Public Prosecutions in the North West, Dr Rachel Makhari, commended both the prosecution and the investigative teams for their diligence and dedication. Makhari reaffirmed the NPA’s commitment to combating violent crime and ensuring justice for victims and their families.

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The Director of Goiutsemedi Trading Enterprise, Tsakani Rhulani Hlongwane found guilty of theft

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By OBAKENG MAJE

23 October 2025- The Specialised Commercial Crimes Court sitting in Mmabatho has sentenced Tsakani Rhulani Hlongwane (37) to a R10 000 fine or 12 months imprisonment, wholly suspended for three years on condition that she is not convicted of theft during the period of suspension. Investigations revealed that on 15 May 2024, the Office of the Premier in the North West Province issued a request for quotation (RFQ) to five potential suppliers registered on the Central Supplier Database.

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in North West, Sivenathi Gunya said Hlongwane, the sole director of Goiutsemedi Trading Enterprise, was not among the companies invited to submit quotations and did not submit one. Gunya said the selection process was finalised by the department’s Supply Chain Management (SCM) unit on 24 May 2024.

“However, on 30 May 2024, a purchase order was erroneously generated in favour of Hlongwane’s company instead of Goitsemedi Trading and Projects, which had been appointed to supply protective clothing. Despite not being awarded the contract, Hlongwane’s company received the purchase order, delivered goods as per the order and submitted an invoice to SCM for payment.

“The department subsequently paid R109 636.20 to Goiutsemedi Trading Enterprise in error. When notified of the mistake, Hlongwane indicated that she had already spent the money. She was arrested on 18 August 2025, and later released on bail,” he said.

Gunya further said in court, Hlongwane pleaded guilty to the charge of theft. He added that by the time of sentencing, she had repaid R63 000 to the department.

“In aggravation of sentence, senior state advocate Theo Moetaesi argued that the accused acted knowingly and unlawfully when she used funds she knew did not belong to her.

“Welcoming the outcome, Director of Public Prosecutions in the North West, Dr Rachel Makhari, commended the prosecution team for their work in bringing the matter to a finality. She reaffirmed the NPA’s commitment to combating commercial crimes and ensuring accountability in public sector transactions,” said Gunya.

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Motsumi expresses gratitude with third day of NSC final examinations  

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Picture: The North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi

By AGISANANG SCUFF

23 October 2025- The North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi expressed satisfaction with the third day of the National Senior Certificate (NSC) final examinations, commencing with the learners writing English Paper 3. Motsumi today went to motivate learners and monitor examinations at MpheBana Secondary in Koster, where 189 matric candidates sat for examination.

Following the examination monitoring, Motsumi called a meeting with the School Management Team (SMT) and School Governing Body (SGB) to deliberate on the proposed strategy for the incubation of all candidates. She further said the incubation process is arranged to start on 26 October 2025.

“During this examination period, the North West will station subject advisors to assist the school with the incubation programme to support all candidates, as they have consistently performed below 80% throughout the year.

“The school must work closely with the parents during the incubation camp for teachers to be able to concentrate on the curriculum. The incubation camp will allow teachers to give more time to curriculum delivery, while parents partner with the school to foster a conducive environment for learners,” said Motsumi.

She added that they remain committed to supporting every candidate and will continue to monitor examination processes until the last paper is written. Motsumi said candidates are scheduled to write a three-hour examination, Afrikaans Paper 3 on 24 October 2025.

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The committee to visit North West

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By BAKANG MOKOTO

23 October 2025- The Select Committee on Cooperative Governance and Public Administration (Traditional Affairs, Human Settlements and Water & Sanitation) said it will over the next two days, visit Madibeng Local Municipality, and Kgetlengrivier Local Municipality, after the invocation of Section 106(4) of the Municipal Systems Act and Section 139(5) of the Constitution in both municipalities. The committee said it views municipalities as critical spheres to deliver quality services to the people.

The Chairperson of the Committee, Mxolisi Kaunda said unfortunately, many municipalities have not met the standard performance as demanded by Section 152 of the Constitution. Kaunda said their visit is to solicit opinions of internal and external stakeholders on the interventions invoked by the North West Provincial Executive.

“In the Madibeng Local Municipality, the MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, instituted an investigation motivated by a whistleblower in terms of the Protected Disclosures Act ranging from maladministration, supply chain irregularities, alleged fraudulent activities and failure by the municipal council and its governance structures to process compliance items as prescribed by law.

“Section 106 of the South African Municipal Systems Act empowers the provincial Member of the Executive Council (MEC) for local government to investigate allegations of maladministration, fraud, corruption, or other serious malpractice in a municipality,” he said.

Kaunda further said the committee hopes to receive a status update on the investigation and an update on the state of the municipality. He added that during the 6th Administration, the North West Provincial Executive invoked Section 139 (5) of the Constitution in Kgetlengrivier Local Municipality. Section 139(5) of the South African Constitution empowers the provincial executive to intervene in a municipality when it is in a financial crisis, unable to meet its financial obligations, or provide basic services.

“This intervention mandates the province to impose a financial recovery plan to correct the situation, and if necessary, the council can be dissolved and an administrator appointed.

“As a result, the committee decided to visit the municipality to assess the impact of the intervention and engage internal and external stakeholders on the state of the municipality,” said Kaunda.

He said as part of the visit, the committee will visit human settlements and water and sanitation projects in both municipalities.

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Modiri wa maloba wa setlamo sa Omolemo Funerals o solofetswe go tlhagelela kwa kgotlhatshekelo mabapi le ditatofatso tsa tsietso

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Setshwantsho: Kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung

Ka OBAKENG MAJE

23 Diphalane 2025- Modiri wa maloba wa setlamo sa Omolemo Funerals, o solofetswe go tlhagelela kwa kgotlha-tshekelo ya Taung mo letsatsing la gompieno mabapi le ditatofatso tsa tsietso. Se se tla morago ga gore monna o wa kwa motseng wa Manokwane, gaufi le Taung, a latofadiwe ka go tsietsa setlamo ka go fetola dinomoro tsa polokelo, mme a tsenya tsa gagwe.

Go begwa fa se, se ile sa ama setlamo ga mmogo le baduedi ba di policy tsa ipaakanyetso ya loso (funeral covers). Go begwa fa bontsi jwa batho ba ne ba nagana gore ba duela di policy tsa bone go setlamo sa Omolemo Funerals kgwedi le kgwedi, fela madi a bone a ne a tsena mo polokelong ya mmelaelwa o, go na le gore a tsene kwa polokelong ya setlamo sa Omolemo Funerals ka tlhamalalo.

Kgabagare, mong wa setlamo sa Omolemo Funerals, Hlomelang Manare, one a bula kgetsi ya tsietso kgatlhanong le mmelaelwa mabapi le se. Manare are tiragalo e, e ile ya ama kgwebo ya gagwe ka mokgwa o sa siamang, gonne bontsi jwa batho bone bo sa tlhole bona le tshepo mo kgwebong ya gagwe.  

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Banyana share the spoils with DR Congo in Kinshasa

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Picture: Banyana Banyana player against DRC/Supplied 

By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

23 October 2025- Banyana Banyana shared the spoils with DR Congo after a 1-1 draw in a first leg CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) qualifier played at the Stade des Martyrs in Kinshasa on Wednesday night. The South African senior women’s national team struck first through Kgalebane “Pana” Mohlakoana, who put the visitors in the lead in the first half.

But the lead did not last long as the hosts equalised through Ruth Kipoyi Monique on the stroke of halftime. After the break, coach Thinasonke Mbuli, adjusted the approach and made a triple change with Nthabiseng Majiya replacing Mohlakoana, Linda Motlhalo coming on for Lebogang Ramalepe and Nonhlanhla Mthandi for Noxolo Cesane.

The visitors tried to find the winning goal, but eventually settled for a share of the spoils away from home.

“We had two goals coming here. One was to get the result and make sure we did not lose the match, and the other was to get an away goal or two if possible.

“I’m a bit disappointed in our second-half performance because I think we allowed them to attack us more, so we played under a bit of pressure. What’s more important was to get the result, which is a draw, and most importantly, to score an away goal,” said Mbuli.

She also underlined the calibre of the opposition and the rising standard of football across the continent. Mbuli further said the DRC has three international players, one of them starting in the Women’s Champions League for PSG.

“This tells you that the team has good players, and it was never going to be easy for us. The game in Africa has improved because so many players are now playing abroad, and that makes the game more tactical and competitive.

“The squad travelled back home to South Africa immediately after the match and will land in Johannesburg in the early hours of Thursday morning,” she added.

Mbuli said they will be reinforced by the availability of Amogelang Motau, Hilda Magaia, Thembi Kgatlana and Sinoxolo Cesane ahead of the second leg in Johannesburg on Tuesday, 28 October 2025.

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Police need your assistance to crack a rape case

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Picture: The identikit of rape suspect/Supplied

By REGINALD KANYANE

23 October 2025- The Family Violence, Child Protection, and Sexual Offences Unit in Kakamas are requesting the public to assist in solving a rape case. The polic said the victim alleges that she was walking alone on 3 October 2025 at about 2pm when an unknown suspect dressed in a black t-shirt and pants approached her with a knife and forcefully took her to the nearby bush, where he allegedly raped her. 

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said the police are requesting the public to assist with information that may lead to the apprehension of the suspect depicted in the identikit attached herewith. Masegela said anyone with information that can assist in this investigation can contact Detective Sergeant Jurie Mokgalagadi on 0796977386 or 08600 10111 or anonymously sms to 32211 or use the MySAPS App to report.

“All information received will be treated confidentially,” she said.

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‘It takes collective effort to obtain set target’

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Picture: North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi

By OBAKENG MAJE

23 October 2025- The North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi has called a special meeting on 21 October 2025, with the district officials and curriculum directorate. Motsumi said the main objective of this meeting was to analyse the Grade 12 Term 3 preliminary examination results.

She further said in the meeting, she emphasized the importance of collective effort in obtaining the set target of 95%. Motsumi added that there has been a minimal increase of 10.1% in comparison to the 2024 cohort and a 9.1% increase compared to 2023.

“The province currently, after analysing these results, is achieving an 84% pass rate, with only 4,115 out of 41,924 matric candidates remaining to meet the targeted percentage. I was very pleased with the outcomes presented before me.

“I further appeal to communities to desist from disruptive activities of protests as this can deny learners access routes to schools, which could avert candidates from writing their examinations,” she said.

Motsumi said they are within reach of their 95% target though they cannot be complacent. She said every learner matters and calls on parents, teachers, district officials and community leaders to work with them to ensure uninterrupted access to schools and protect examination schedules from disruptive protests.

“The departmental officials highlighted that targeted interventions such as incubation camps will continue in schools and districts where candidates still require more support,” said Motsumi.

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