Picture: Former SABC broadcasters, Easy Matjila and Snyman Rankane/Supplied
By REGINALD KANYANE
24 November 2025- The North West Media Awards in partnership with the North West University (NWU), will honour two iconic veterans of South African broadcasting — Dr Masego Ezekiel Matjila and Snyman Rankane at the 2025 ceremony. The awards continue a proud tradition of recognising outstanding media contributors.
NWMA spokesperson, Berlina Lekgethwane said last year, the Lifetime Achievement Awards were presented to veteran radio broadcaster, Minah Pilane-Huma and veteran journalist, Dulile Sowaga by Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Kenny Morolong and the executive mayor of Rustenburg, Shiela Mabale-Huma. Lekgethwane said this year’s ceremony will build on that legacy of celebrating excellence and preserving media heritage.
“Matjila, a distinguished SABC newsreader, has dedicated over 30 years to multilingual broadcasting and the promotion of indigenous languages. Beginning his career at Radio Setswana (later Motsweding FM), he also managed archives across several language radio services.
“His remarkable skills led him to Setswana sports commentary and later prime-time news presenting in Setswana, Sesotho and Sepedi. He also served as a bulletin editor and executive producer until his retirement in 2021,” she said.
Lekgethwane further said Matjila has received numerous accolades, including Best News Writer (2008) and AFCON Commentator of the Year (1996). She added that he was recently awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the North West University for his contributions to indigenous language development in broadcasting.
“Rankane, a beloved veteran broadcaster, is best known for his influential career at Motsweding FM where he hosted popular shows such as Gaabo Motho and Leretlhabetse. His commanding voice and deep connection with listeners made him a household name within the Setswana-speaking community.
“Rankane continues to serve the industry as a presenter at Madibeng FM and plays a significant role in mentoring young radio broadcasters, nurturing the next generation of talent. His community involvement includes initiatives that provided winter uniforms to vulnerable families,” said Lekgethwane.
She said the event will take place at Rustenburg Civic Centre on 5 December 2025 from 5pm until 8:30pm.
Setshwantsho: Sebueledi sa Lefapha la Katlatlelo-Loago mono Bokone Bophirima, Petrus Siko
Ka Petrus Siko
24 Ngwanetsele 2025- Thaka e tshesane e ineetse mo nnotaging le mo diritibatsing. Seno ke kgwetlho e kgolo e e ntseng e kukela go ya pele jaaka sebi. Kgwetlho ya mothale o, e nna mo pepeneneng ka nako ya fa bana ba sekolo ba sena go fetsa go kwala ditlhatlhobo tsa bofelo jwa ngwaga, e leng se ba se bitsang go tlhatswa pene. Fa letsatsi leo le fitlha, bana ba dikolo ba bo hupa ka dimpa tse pedi. Fa ba ntse ba itshiela, bangwe ba sunetsa diritibatsi, seno e le karolo ya go keteka go wetsa ditlhatlhobo tsa marematlou.
O fitlhele ba tladikile diaparo tsa bona ka dipene tsa mebala e e farologaneng. Bangwe ba kgagola diaparo tsa bona tsa sekolo. Kgori e bona lee, lerapo ga e le bone.
Ke mang a ka lebalang motlhotlhapelo a kwa lefelong la thekiso ya nnotagi ya Enyobeni ka ngwaga wa 2022 kwa porofenseng ya Kapa – Botlhaba? Basha ba le someamabedi nngwe ba latlhegetswe ke matshelo fa ba ne thologela kwa Enyobeni go keteka bokhutlo jwa ditlhatlhobo tsa bona.
Se, ke tiragalo e basha ba ka se kitlang ba e lebala ka gope mme e tla ya tlase le hisitori. Go itumela phetelela ga thaka e tshesane e le mo sediding sa nnotagi le diritibatsi go le gantsi go dirwa ke kgatelelo ya bosha le go leka go itepatepanya le basha ba bangwe ba ba nang le maitemogelo a go nwa bojalwa le go sunetsa diritibatsi gongwe go itlhaba ka lomao le le nang le diritibatsi.
Bangwe ba susumediwa ke maranyane a boitapoloso. Bangwe fa ba setse ba tshibikela ka ntlha ya tiriso e e botlhaswa ya diritibatsi, ba arogang madi a bona ka se ba se bitsang ‘bluetooth’. Seno se diragala jang? Yo o senang diritibatsi ka nako eo mme a tlhoka sedidi, o tsaya lomao mme a gope madi a yo o setseng a tagilwe mme a itlhabe ka lomao leo mo letsogong. Ka ponyo ya leitlho fa madi a yo mongwe a tsena mo mmeleng wa gagwe, o tsenwa ke sedidi sa yo o tagilweng ke diritibatsi. Se ke kotsi ya go refosana malwetse ka lomao.
Godimo ga dilo tsotlhe tse, batsadi gongwe botlhokomedi ba bana, ba tshwanetse go tshameka karolo e kgolo go efosa thaka e tshesane nnotagi le tiriso e e botlhaswa ya diritibatsi. Batsadi ga ba a tshwanela go repisa molao le fa e le go itebala fa go tla mo tlhokomelong ya bana. Ke mang a reboletseng bana go nwa bojalwa fa ba fetsa go kwala ditlhatlhobo? Ke mang a rileng ngwana a ka nwa bojalwa fa a sena go newa senotlolo a le dingwaga di le someamabedi-nngwe? A ke batsadi?
Batsadi ba na le seabe se segolo mo go ageng semelo le mekgwa e mentle ya botshelo mo thakeng e tshesane. Ke maikarabelo a batsadi go thusa thaka e tshesane go tsaya ditshwetso tse di maleba.
Go thibela tiriso e e botlhaswa ya diritibatsi go santse go le gale, batsadi ba tshwanetse go bua ka diritibatsi le kotsi ya tsona fa ngwana a santse a le mo dingwageng tse di kwa tlase. Tiego e tsala tatlhego. Go le gantsi batsadi ba thanya lo le tsebeng, sebi se setse se kuketse. Ntle le go bipa mpa ka matsele, diritibatsi di mo pontsheng kwa dikolong, mo maranyaneng a boitapoloso le mo loagong. Seno se pateletsa batsadi go nna batho ba ntlha go bula ka ditiribatsi. Ga se sephiri.
Ka jalo, batsadi ba tshwanetse go lo oba lo santse lo le metsi. Seno se tla efosa bana diritibatsi. Batsadi ga ba a tshwanela go tshosetsa bana ka diribatsi mme ba tshwanetse go bua nnete fela ka kotsi ya diritibatsi. Ba tlotlele bana ka moo diritibatsi di senyang boko ka teng, go ba susumetsa go tsaya ditshwetso tse di fosagetseng le ditlamorago tsa pholo tse di sa jeseng diwelang.
Go bontsha lerato mo baneng, ke nngwe ya ditsela tse batsadi ba ka efosang bana diritibatsi. Bana ba maikutlo a bona a edileng ba bua le batsadi ka sengwe le sengwe. Dimpho ga di reka lerato la bana. Bodutu bo kgarameletsa bana kwa ditiribatsing. Batsadi ga ba tshwanela go ruta bana go nwa bojalwa le fa e le go ba kwa mafelong a nnotagi. Go mo maruding a batsadi go thibela tiriso e e botlhaswa ya diritibatsi.
(Tsiboso: Petrus Siko ke sebueledi sa Lefapha la Katlatlelo-Loago mo porofenseng ya Bokone Bophirima. Maikutlo le ditshwaelo tse di ntshitswe fa, ke maikutlo a mokwadi, mme lekwalo-dikgang la The Guardian, ga le ikamanye ka gope le maikutlo ao. Siko one a kwala maikutlo a gagwe, mme eseng a lefapha)
24 November 2025- The Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane said it is deeply saddened by the unfortunate death of a Grade 12 girl learner, who passed away on 23 November 2025, after being hit by a scholar bus during a chaotic incident that occurred at Schaumburg Combined School in Hartbeespoort on 20 November 2025.
Chiloane said last Thursday, they received a report that chaos broke out at Schaumburg Combined School when four boys allegedly entered the school through a fence at the back of the premises.
He further said it was reported that the intruders then started a fight with Grade 12 learners, who were on their way home after completing their examinations. Chiloane added that the altercation intensified, learners from lower grades became unruly and joined the commotion.
“Educators intervened and attempted to restore order by directing learners toward the buses. At the bus loading area, the situation escalated further as some learners allegedly attempted to forcefully take control of buses.
“One bus driver, fearing for his safety, drove off to escape the unrest. Tragically, in the process, three Grade 12 learners and one Grade 10 learner were struck by the bus. Emergency medical services were immediately contacted and the injured learners were transported to a nearby hospital for medical attention,” he said.
Chiloane said the altercation reportedly subsided once learners realised the severity of the injuries sustained. He said that of the three Grade 12 learners who were admitted to hospital, one matric girl learner of them was transferred to a hospital in Ga-Rankuwa.
“Tragically, this learner succumbed to her injuries on 23 November 2025. The police have launched an investigation into the circumstances that led to the incident. The district officials and psychosocial support teams will be dispatched to Schaumburg Combined School to provide counselling and support to learners, staff and affected families.
“The department will continue working closely with law enforcement to ensure appropriate action is taken against those responsible for instigating the violence. The department conveys its heartfelt condolences to the bereaved family, friends, classmates, and the entire school community for their loss,” said Chiloane.
He said it is saddening that such a chaotic outburst led to the unfortunate passing of a learner who had completed his exams. Chiloane said they condemn the scrupulous individuals who instigated this unfortunate event.
24 Ngwanatsele 2025- Monna o atlholetswe dingwaga di le 10 kwa kgolegelong ke kgotlhatshekelo ya sedika ya Namakwa mabapi le polao. Go begwa tiragalo e, e diragetse fa kgwedi ya Moranang e tlhola matsatsi a le 6 ka ngwaga wa 2024.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi sa kwa Namakwa, mokaptein Ivan Magerman are go begwa fa molatofadiwa, Dominic “Dompas” Jansen (27), a ne a dula le motswasetlhabelo. Magerman are go begwa fa go ile ga runya ntwa magareng ga motswasetlhabelo le Jansen yo o neng a iphantse ka nnotagi go utlwa.
“Jansen o ile a ntsha motswasetlhabelo dikgobalo tse di masisi, mme a leka go tshaba ka sejanaga sa motswa-setlhabelo morago ga moo. Go begwa fa sejanaga seo, se ile sa menoga, mme Jansen a tshwarwa ke sepodisi gone ka nako eo.
“Go begwa fa motswa-setlhabelo a ile a amogelwa kwa bookelong go bona kalafi, fela o ile a tlhokafala morago ga matsatsi a le robedi ka ntlha ya dikgobalo. Mmatlisisi wa kgetsi eleng Warrant Officer Elton Klein go tswa kwa Sutherland Detective Branch, o ile a akgolwa mabapi le manontlhotlho a a dirisitseng go batlisisa kgetsi,” Magerman wa tlhalosa.
Magerman are tirisano-mmogo magareng ga mmatlisisi wa kgetsi, Klein le mosekisi, Darryl Bromkamp, e ile ya dira gore molatofadiwa a bone katlholo, mme seo se tlisitse bosiamisi go ba lelapa la motswa-setlhabelo. Magerman are molatofadiwa o ile a kaiwa fa a sa siamela go ka tshola tlhobolo.
24 November 2025- The police in Upington are requesting the assistance of the public in identifying a pedestrian, who was allegedly bumped to on 22 November 2025. The police said an accident was reported in Upington, where the driver alleges that he was traveling about 70 kilometers enroute to Upington from Olifantshoek before midnight on 22 November 2025, when a pedestrian jumped into the road out of nowhere with pants pulled down.
ZF Mgcawu District police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said the motive behind the incident is unknown. Masegela said, however, it appears as if the deceased wanted to distract the motorist to pull over.
“Unfortunately, the driver could not avoid fatally bumping the pedestrian, who was sadly declared dead on the scene. The deceased is unknown and was wearing red short pants and a black T-shirt with estimated age between 20 and 30.
“A Culpable Homicide case was registered for investigation. The police are requesting the public to assist with the identification of the deceased and would like to alert motorists to be cautious of such incidents when traveling at night,” she said.
Masegela said anyone with information can contact the investigating officer, Sergeant Bahedile Nkwadipo on 0824954615 or 0543373400 or alternatively, the crime stop number 08600 10111 or via My SAPS App.
24 November 2025- The Republic of South Africa (RSA) president, Cyril Ramaphosa said over the past two days, the country hosted leaders from around the world for the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Johannesburg. Ramaphosa said this is the first time that the G20 has been hosted on African soil.
He further said recognising the importance of this milestone they have placed Africa’s growth and development at the heart of the G20’s agenda. Ramaphosa added that the G20 matters for South Africa not only to cement their important role in international affairs, but also to support their own growth and create jobs for South Africans.
“We can only achieve these objectives in an environment of global stability, inclusive growth and a level playing field. Leading up to the G20 Leaders’ Summit, we hosted tens of thousands of delegates for more than 130 meetings in every part of our country, from Gqeberha to George, Cape Town to eThekwini, Hoedspruit to Polokwane.
“We welcomed visitors from around the world to see and enjoy the beauty of our natural landscapes, the warmth of our people’s hospitality and the sophistication of our economy. Our G20 Presidency has been rooted in the conviction that the world needs more solidarity, equality and sustainability,” he said.
Ramaphosa said while some have sought to create division and polarisation between nations, they have reinforced their shared humanity. He said they have fostered collaboration and goodwill.
“Above all, we have affirmed that our shared goals outweigh our differences. We have prioritised issues that are important for advancing more rapid and inclusive growth in our own country. We reached agreements that will benefit every South African.
“We secured a clear commitment from the international community to address the high levels of debt which divert spending by developing economies – including our own – on infrastructure, health and education. We placed this issue firmly on the agenda to increase investment on the continent and seize the unique opportunity that Africa presents,” said Ramaphosa.
He said the G20 leaders agreed on the need for increased global investment for climate action. Ramaphosa said this will be crucial for South Africa as they undertake a just energy transition to a low carbon economy in a manner that protects workers, businesses and communities.
“As the G20, we have agreed on the need for scaled up disaster prevention and post-disaster reconstruction to address the rising impact of extreme heat, floods, droughts and wildfires. We raised this issue because a few areas in our country, particularly the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal, frequently experience disasters.
“We have secured international agreement on a new approach to critical minerals so that they become a source of prosperity and sustainable development in the countries that produce them. This supports our own ambition to use our extensive endowment of minerals to become a leading global player, while ensuring that beneficiation takes place in South Africa and creates jobs in mining areas,” he said.
Ramphosa said this has been the People’s G20. He said it has given new prominence to engagement groups from across global society, bringing together sectors like business, labour, parliaments, scientists, think tanks, women, young people, start-ups, civil society, mayors and the media.
“We can be proud of what South Africa has achieved in hosting a successful G20 Presidency and guiding countries towards agreement on complex and important issues. This has been the historic effort to which all South Africans have contributed.
“We thank the many people who welcomed visitors to our country, and the security services who ensured that the G20 Leaders’ Summit and all G20 events took place without incident. We thank all the members of different social sectors who participated in the engagement groups and in other G20 activities throughout the year,” said Ramphosa.
He thanked all Premiers and mayors for having been such welcoming hosts. Ramphosa also thanked his Ministers and Deputy Ministers, G20 Sherpas and government officials who guided the deliberations with wisdom and purpose.
“Above all, we thank each and every South African for contributing to this success, and for showing the world the strength of our values, the generosity of our people and the power of what we can achieve when we work together. Many of the foreign leaders and delegates who came to our country recognised what our Ubuntu spirit is all about.
“The success of the G20 Leaders Summit, together with the improving performance of our economy and growing confidence in our reform programme, shows that South Africa is a country on the rise,” he said.
24 Ngwanatsele 2025- Monna wa dingwaga di le 32 o solofetswe go tlhagelela kwa kgotlhatsekelo ya Vryburg mo letsatsing la gompieno mabapi le maiteko a polao. Go begwa fa mmelaelwa a tlhabile monna mongwe ka thipa mo dikgopung kwa Phola Park, gaufi le Vryburg, fa Ngwanaetsele a ne a tlhola matsatsi a le 22 mo mosong.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen are sepodisi se ile sa amogela ngongora mabapi le go tlhabiwa ga monna mongwe teng kwa Phola Park. Van Rooyen are sepodisi se ile sa ya kwa lefelong la tiragalo, mme ba fitlhela fa motswasetlhabelo a rwaletswe kwa bookelong go bona thuso ya potlako.
“Kgetsi ya maiteko a polao e ile ya bulwa kgatlhanong le mmelaelwa. Mmelaelwa o ile a tshwarwa, mme o lebagane le kgetsi ya maiteko a polao,” van Rooyen wa tlhalosa.
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