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A local writer addresses patriarchy, parenting and marriage through writing 

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Picture: A writer, Lesedi Setlhodi-Paul/Supplied

By Li Si

Lesedi Setlhodi-Paul, from Kuaneng in Taung, North West, has a diverse background in media and literature. She obtained a Media Consultant Qualification from Boston City Campus in 2010 and a B.A. in Social Work from the University of the Free State in 2014. Her career includes roles as a journalist, news anchor, and presenter at Vaaltar FM, as well as freelance work for Taung DailyNews and Tomboi Magazine. 

In 2016, she co-founded UNRECO Magazine, where she served as Editor in Chief, focusing on recognizing global talent and artistry. Setlhodi-Paul has also edited several books including Diary of a Zulu Girl books and Discord II, all books by Mike Maphoto; she also edited Diary of a Cheating Wife by Londiwe Xaba, Siphelele Masango and Book Launch by Charmaine Mrwebi.

Her first book, Being an African in the 21st Century: Modern African, explores themes of identity, parenting, marriage, and patriarchy. The book was launched in September of last year at the Central University of Technology in Welkom, Free State, and has sold over 200 copies nationwide. 

The book arose from Setlhodi-Paul’s quest to understand traditions and customs, driven by questions she found unanswered by elders. Setlhodi-Paul attributes her passion for writing to her mother, who emphasized the importance of reading and provided numerous books for her to read aloud. 

Despite the significant challenge of finding a publisher, which she overcame through persistence and support, she remains dedicated to proofreading, editing, and ghost-writing. She acknowledges the potential difficulty in writing another book but continues to inspire others by suggesting that even reading a page a day can lead to significant literary achievements.

“Through this book I hope that we get to do some self-introspection as Africans. It is crucial to know where we are coming from so that we know where we are going.”

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Three suspects nabbed business robbery 

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By REGINALD KANYANE 

Three suspects aged 29, 31 and 35, who were arrested for business robbery at Brits Mall are expected to appear in Brits Magistrate’s Court on Monday. According to the North West police spokesperson, Colonel Adele Myburgh, the shop had just opened on 29 July 2024, at about 8am and the employees were still entering the shop, when two suspects came inside and allegedly threatened them with firearms. 

Myburgh said the employees were ordered to hand over cash and the suspects also took cellular phones and laptops before they fled the scene. She said on 7 August 2024, the police received a tip-off and operationalised it. 

“This led to the arrests of Reborn Chiloane and Regomoditswe Mmethi. The police also seized eight stolen cellular phones and two laptops. Furthermore, a third suspect was arrested on 8 August 2024, by the dedicated police investigators. 

“Chiloane and Mmethi briefly appeared before the Brits Magistrate’s Court on 7 August 2024, in connection with an alleged business robbery at Brits Mall. They were both employees at the shop where the robbery took place,” said Myburgh.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, congratulated Brits Detectives for acting swiftly and arresting the suspects. Kwena said the police will continue to work hard to ensure that criminals are put behind bars.

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Lekgarebe le tlhabilwe ka thipa go fitlha le tlhokafala kwa Lokgabeng 

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Setshwantsho: Moswi, Boitshepo Medichane o bolailweng ka go tlhabiwa ka thipa

Ka OBAKENG MAJE 

Lekgarebe la dingwaga di le 21 la kwa motseng wa Lokgabeng, gaufi le Taung le bolailwe. Go begwa fa Boitshepo Medichane a fitlhetswe a rapaletse mo bophadiphading jwa madi morago ga go tlhabiwa ka thipa. 

Go ya ka sebueledi sa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen, tiragalo e key a fa masigo a Mosupologo asa. 

“Go begwa fa moswi a tlhabilwe le go bolawa ke molekane wa gagwe. Go fitlha ga jaana, sepodisi ga se itse sebakwa sa polao, mme dipatlisiso di tsweletse. Sepodisi sa Taung sene sa letsetswa ke mongwe wa baagi yo oneng a ba begela ka tiragalo e. 

“Sepodisi se ile sa nanogela kwa lifelong la tiragalo, mme se ile sa fitlhela lekgarebe leo le setse le tlhokafetse. Se re se tlhaloganyang ke gore molatofadiwa o ile a tsena ka lenga la seloko, mme ga ese a tshwarwe go fitlha ga jaana,” Van Rooyen wa tlhalosa. 

Kgabagare, lekwalo-dikgang la Taung DailyNews le tlhaloganya fa molatofadiwa a ile a siela kwa lelapeng la ga rragwe, fela isitswe kwa seteisheneng sa sepodisi sa Taung jaaka re bua jaana. 

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More than 800 suspects arrested for various offences during Operation Shanela 

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By BAKANG MOKOTO

More than 800 suspects were arrested for various offences during Operation Shanela. This comes after police in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies and other role players, including Traffic Police, Department of Education, Transnet, the Gambling Board, Community Police Forums (CPFs), private security companies, ESKOM and Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS), continue with weekly high density operations to prevent and combat crime. 

The North West police spokesperson, Colonel Adele Myburgh said a total of 31 high density operations were conducted between 6 and 11 August 2024, and led to the arrest of 828 suspects for various offences. Myburgh said high density operations led to 3796 actions that included amongst others 14 roadblocks, searching of 49 premises, 2006 persons, 1 022 vehicles, closing of seven unlicensed liquor premises and inspection of 41 others. 

“Furthermore, 29 Second-Hand dealers were inspected and six received notices for non-compliance of the Second Hand Goods Act. Numerous patrols and stop and search actions were also effected. 

“The suspects were among others, arrested for crimes such as rape, murder, assault, assault with intent to do grievous bodily harm (GBH), house robberies, malicious damage to property, burglary at residential and business premises, possession and illegal dealing in drugs, theft out of / from motor vehicle and 67 persons were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs,” she said. 

Myburgh added that 102 suspected undocumented persons were taken in for processing by Immigration Officials. She said of the 828 suspects, 382 were apprehended during detectives’ suspect raiding operations. 

“During the operations, a variety of drugs, four cell phones, explosives, three firearms, ammunition, liquor, tobacco products, three vehicles and other items were confiscated,” said Myburgh.

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, thanked all role players for their collaboration and support in continuing to ensure safer communities.

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Kgetsi ya polao ya kwa Majaneng e siametse go ka seka 

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Ka KEDIBONE MOLAETSI 

Kgetsi ya kwa motseng wa Majaneng, gaufi le Taung e buseditswe morago go fitlha 14 Phatwe 2024, ke kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung. Go begwa fa kgetsi kgatlhanong le Motseothata Nelson Seoleseng (35), e siametse go ka seka. 

Seoleseng o latofadiwa ka go tlhaba le go bolaya tsala ya gagwe, Mosimanegape Adam van Wyk (31), ka thiba. Go begwa fa Seoleseng le moswi, ba ne ba le mmogo, mme ba ile ba ya kwa gabo molatofadiwa ko ba fitlhetseng morwa rragwe molatofadiwa ana le lekgarebe la gagwe.

Mongwe wa bo maratahelele wa tlhalosa: “Go begwa fa go ile ga runya kgakgauthano ya mafoko ma gareng ga molatofadiwa le monnawe. Sebakwa sa kgakgauthano ke gore, molatofadiwa one a botsa monnawe gore goreng a tlisa lekgarebe kwa gagabo.

“Ene ya re fa e ya matsogong, tsala ya molatofadiwa, van Wyk, one a leka go tsiriganya. Fela go begwa fa molatofadiwa a ne a mo tsogela kgatlhanong, mme a mo tsatsanka ka thipa. Go ya ka dipego, moswi one a rwalelwa kwa bookelong jwa sedika jwa Taung, fela one a balelelwa le badimo mo letsatsing la Tshipi.”

Go begwa fa kgetsi ya polao ene ya bulwa, mme mmelaelwa one a tshwarwa.

Kgabagare, sebueledi sa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen are, kgetsi ya polao e butswe.

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‘Congratulatory messages to Mia le Roux for winning Miss SA 2024’ 

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Picture: Miss South Africa 2024, Mia le Roux /Google 

By REGINALD KANYANE 

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Women Youth and Persons with Disabilities, Lindelwa Dunjwa, expresses a heartfelt word of congratulations to Mia le Roux (28), who was crowned as the first hearing-impaired Miss South Africa 2024.

Dunjwa said le Roux’s victory will remain as an indelible symbol of hope and inspiration to the community of persons with disabilities in South Africa. She said the victory will inevitably encourage other young South Africans with disabilities to discover their gifts and talents to pursue their aspirations without hesitation or intimidation from those who are able-bodied.

“The committee noted the challenges around Miss SA 2024, but it appreciates that a right contestant triumphed and was crowned in the end and became the first deaf woman to be crowned Miss South Africa. 

“That was a historic and memorable development in South Africa. The victory has become the victory of the entire community of persons with disabilities. As the committee, we also declare our pride about Mia,” said Dunjwa. 

She further said le Roux was diagnosed with profound hearing loss at the age of one and has a cochlear implant to help her perceive sound. Dujwa added that as the committee, they look forward to her advocacy and the positive change she will inspire during her reign.

“Your journey encourages everyone to pursue their dreams confidently and foster a more inclusive world for all,” said Dunjwa.

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A man nabbed for attempted murder and discharging firearm in municipal area 

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Picture: A firearm that was confiscated by police/Generic

By BAKANG MOKOTO

A man (47) was arrested for attempted murder and discharging a firearm in a municipal area. It is alleged that on 7 August 2024, the suspect requested his ex-girlfriend for a lift into Rustenburg town. 

The North West police spokesperson, Colonel Adele Myburgh said on their way back, the suspect then requested her ex-girlfriend to stop at her brother’s house in Boitekong, near Rustenburg, where an argument ensued between them. 

Myburgh said he allegedly took out his firearm and shot at her, but missed. She further said the ex-girlfriend allegedly ran away into the street, where she later met a police officer. 

“In the meantime, her brother overpowered the ex-boyfriend and disarmed him. The man calmed down and the brother handed the firearm back to him and he left. When the police arrived at the house, the suspect was gone.

“It is further alleged that the suspect went to a nearby bottle store, where he once more discharged his firearm and pointed at innocent bystanders. He was once more overpowered by community members, who disarmed and assaulted him,” added Myburgh. 

She said the police rushed to the scene and the suspect was handed over to them with his firearm. Myburgh said the suspect will appear before the Rustenburg Magistrate’s Court on 12 August 2024, on charges of attempted murder and discharging a firearm in a municipal area. 

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, commended the community members for handing over the suspect, who was putting a lot of lives in danger. Kwena once more warned firearm owners to abide by the prescripts of the Firearm Control Act, Act 60 of 2000.

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Queenspark Rangers FC walloped Dikgwamolelo FC to win R20 000 in Women’s Day Top 8 Soccer Tournament     

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Picture: The Queenspark Rangers FC players in celebratory mood

By OBAKENG MAJE 

The high-flying Queenspark Rangers FC was crowned as the new Champions of inaugural Women’s Day Top 8 Soccer Tournament held at Mighty Boys grounds in Manthe village, near Taung, on 9 and 10 August 2024. Rangers walloped Dikgwamolelo FC 3-1 in a mouth-watering final on Saturday.

The award-winning coach of Queenspark Rangers FC, Mmoloki Batlang said his players showed courage and tenacity even though they conceded in the early minutes of the game. Batlang said they played so well and he was happy when they finally found their niche and got an equaliser.

“Even though we conceded in the early minutes of the game, we did not panic. Our players showed composure and confidence, even though we were under pressure. I must say, Dikgwamolelo FC was a very formidable team and tried to keep us on the back foot.  

“I am impressed by the quality of football that was displayed during the final. We assembled a virtuous team that matched them pound-for-pound and we were grateful after we were rewarded with three goals,” he said. 

Batlang further said they started to assemble this team back in March 2024, in preparation for this tournament. 

Dikgwamolelo FC coach, Odirile Mogadi said even though they strived and fought hard for the top place, it was not meant to be as Rangers was resilient. Mogadi added that his team failed to keep itself in tip-top shape for winning. 

“If you do not have an appreciation for adversity than when faced with a difficult task the team will struggle to perform at their best. So, I must admit that the quality of players that Rangers had was out of this world. 

“Our players tried, but nothing came together. So, we will go back to the drawing board and correct our mistakes. Our opponents realised that we were lacking on the right back and capitalised on that by stretching us,” he said. 

Mogadi said they ended up losing possession and this resulted in Rangers scoring. He said fatigue might also have taken a toll on his players.  

Meanwhile, the Women’s Day Top 8 Soccer Tournament organiser, Charlie Ramonnye said: “Indeed, we had a successful tournament and I would like to thank all stakeholders who contributed in organising the tournament of this magnitude. 

“This project would not have been possible without their contribution, including all teams that participated. This was in quest of commemorating Women’s Day and saying thank you to all women across the globe. Their contribution in building a better society is unmatched.”  

Ramonnye said they call on all sponsors to come on board and ensure this annual Women’s Day Top 8 Soccer Tournament continues to be a success as it it. He said the crop of players who participated in the tournament was crème de la crème. 

The winner received R20 000 prize money, including new kits and medals, while the second winner received R10 000 and a new kit. 

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Four learners arrested for intimidation and trespassing

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By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

A group of boys who were allegedly armed with pangas, stormed into a Secondary School in Lomanyaneng village, near Mahikeng, and roamed around the school premises, intimidating the school learners. The police were immediately informed and quickly rushed to the school.

The North West police spokesperson, Colonel Adele Myburgh said upon seeing the police, the boys allegedly fled the scene, leaving behind three pangas. She further said the police investigations led to the arrest of four boys aged between 16 and 20 on the same day.

“They all appeared before the Mmabatho Magistrate’s Court on 8 August 2024, for trespassing and intimidation. Two of the boys under 18 were dealt with in accordance with the Child Justice Act, and diverted to a juvenile detention facility for a period of six months.

“The other two accused, Thato Tsoeu (20) and Tshepang Ntai (20), were granted bail of R300 each. Their next court appearance will be in September 2024,” she said. 

Meanwhile, the North West Police Commissioner, Lieutenant General Sello Kwena, lauded the police officers and detectives for their swift response that led to this arrest. Kwena said a school is a place of learning, where children should be safe and protected.

“We condemn this conduct in the strongest possible terms,” said Kwena.

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Gauteng steal the show at 2024 U15 National Championship

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Picture: Gauteng stole the show at 2024 U15 National Championship

By REGINALD KANYANE

Gauteng Boys and Girls were crowned 2024 Champions of the U15 National Championships, which was held at Sturrock Park from 9-10 August 2024. Both teams beat their Kwazulu Natal counterparts 1-0 each in the final, which unearthed some exceptional talent that South Africa had at its disposal.

SAFA scouts were very impressed with the growth in the provincial structures and managed to select players that will go on to do wonders for South Africa.

SAFA Technical Director, Walter Steenbok said that the tournament was a huge success and the partnership between the South African Football Association (SAFA), Department of Sport, Arts and Culture and the National Schools Championships, showed that Football development is alive.

“We were blessed with beautiful football this weekend and we are very confident that we will be sending two excellent squads to Namibia for the CAF African Schools Championships next month.

“We are so excited of how much talent there is in the country, and we can’t wait to see where these players will end up in the next few years. Thank you to all the partners that supported this tournament,” he said.

The following won individual awards for their outstanding performances

Top Goal scorer of the Tournament

Girls – Obuhle Sithole (7 goals) – KZN

Boys – Banele Mvelase – (3 goals) KZN

Omphemetsi Sekgoto (3 goals) Gauteng

Coach of the Tournament

Girls – Octavia Matsha  – Gauteng

Boys – Sikekedi  Mohale – Gauteng

Goalkeeper of the Tournament

Girls – Eaglet Maonola – Limpopo

Boys – Aiden February – Western Cape

Player of the Tournament

Girls -Nomfundo Nzuza – KZN

Boys – Ontlametse Modisane – Gauteng

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