ANCYL e laela basha go tla ka makwalo-ipolelo kwa moletlong wa basha


By OBAKENG MAJE

16 May 2026 – Mokgatlho wa basha wa lekoko la ANC mono Bokone Bophirima wa re o amogela pegelo e e ntshitsweng ke mokgatlha wa ANCYL wa bosetshaba mabapi le matshwenyego a farafereng naga ya Afrika Borwa. Mokgatlho wa basha wa lekoko la ANC mono porofenseng, wa re o itlamile go sireletsa kgololosego ya lekoko la ANC, mme ba kgala ka bogale maiteko otlhe a dirisang molao go ka iponela dintlha tsa sepolotiki.

Mokwaledi wa ANCYL mono Bokone Bophirima, Brian Huma are jaaka mokgtlho wa basha, ba ema kgatlhanong le maiteko mangwe le mangwe a tla diriwang go kgoreletsa tsamaiso le botsitsi mo nageng ka mokgwa wa tiriso ya bobegadikgang le sepolotiki. Huma are ga jaana, bontsi jwa basha mo porofenseng, ba lebane le botlhoka-tiro jo bo tseneletseng.

“Diketekete tsa basha mo porofenseng ya Bokone Bophirima ga ba dire le fa ba na le dithutego tse di maleba. Re ema nokeng puo ya bosetshaba ya gore go nne le tsibogo. Re dumalana le puo ya gore a go nne le tumalano le seelo sa go thapa basha mo pusong le kwa ditheong tsa poraevete (Urgent interventions, including the gazetted Youth Employment Sector Code and measurable employment targets from both government and the private sector).

“Ditheo tse di dirang mo porofenseng di tshwanelwa ke go bontsha matshwenyego, mme di dire ka bojotlhe gore di tsenye letsogo mo go tlholeleng basha ditiro. Re akgola tsitsinyo ya gore letsatsi la Laboraro e nne la thebolo ya ditirelo (Service Delivery Wednesdays). Porogerama e, e solofetswe go ka thankgololwa ka kgwedi ya Phukwi mono ngwaga,” Huma wa tlhalosa.

Huma are thebolo e bokoa ya ditirelo jaaka tlhokego ya metsi, kgaogo ya motlakase e e sa rulaganngwa, ga mmogo le matlakala a sa tseweng, di tsweletse go iphetola nta ya tlhogo go baagi ba rona. Huma are jaaka ANCYL, ba tlile go tswelela le go lekola gore a di meiyara, balekgotlha ga mmogo le batsamaisi ba dimasepala ba dira tiro sentle le go ba rwesa maikarabelo.

“Jaaka ANCYL mo Bokone Bophirima, re tshwenyegile thata mabapi le go tlhorontshiwa ga batswakwa ba ba seng mo molong ba ba thapiwang le go duelwa madi a kwa tlase. Seo, se diragala thata kwa makaleng a tshwana le tsa dikago (construction), kgwebo le temo. Seo, se etegetsa botlhoka-tiro mo porofenseng.

“Ka jalo, re ikuela go Lefapha la Bodiri le Khiro go ka netefatsa fa go dirwa dilo tse di maleba mo porofenseng. Re ikuela go maloko a rona a ANCYL, mekgatlho e farologaneng ya basha ga mmogo le baagi ka kakaretso go ka tla ka makwalo-ipolelo (Curriculum Vitae) ka letsatsi la basha la di 16 Seetibosigo le go a neela puso,” Huma wa tlhalosa.

Are ba tlhoka di karabo mabapi le botlhoka-tiro jo bo jeleng setsi mo nageng. Huma are motsotso o, o tshwanelwa ke go rotloetsa basha le go ba gopotsa go lwela ikonomi e botokwa le matlafatso.

“Jaaka ANCYL, re ikana go tswelela go sireletsa kgologosego le moruo wa naga ya rona,” Huma wa tlhalosa.

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Police confiscated drugs worth R16 000


Picture: The police confiscated drugs/Supplied 

By STAFF REPORTER

15 May 2026 – A man (40) was arrested for possession of drugs in Kuilsville, Danielskuil on 13 May 2026. The members from the Crime Prevention Unit received a tip-off regarding a premises, where drugs were allegedly being sold.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Molefi Shemane said the information was immediately operationalised, resulting in the execution of a search warrant and the thorough search of the premises. Shemane said the police confiscated drugs with an estimated value of R16 000 and subsequent arrest of the suspect for dealing in drugs.

Meanwhile, the ZF Mgcawu District Police Commissioner, Major General Monica Sebili, commended the police who responded to the information received and thanked community members who provided the information. Sebili said the police will continue to work in collaboration with communities in the fight against drug-related crimes.

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Parents urged to protect children


By STAFF REPORTER

15 May 2026 – The police said the month of May marks child protection, and a call to all communities to uphold the law and protect children. The police said parents and caregivers have the responsibility to ensure that their children are safe at all times.

The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said the safety precautions are to be administered to prevent abuse, protect children and keep them safe. Ehlers said parents and caregivers must know the whereabouts of children at all times and what they are doing.

“Always ensure that children are under the supervision of a trustworthy adult. Immediately report to the police when a child is missing – there is no waiting period. Teach children to know their home address and parent’s contact details.

“If at all possible, children should walk or play in groups with other children. Teach children not to accept gifts/treats from strangers. Listen to your children and pay attention to changes in their behaviour,” she said.

Ehlers further said parents should teach children to never get into a car with someone they do not know. She added that parents should report child abuse, neglect and exploitation.

 “Every report could mean the difference between continued abuse and a child’s safety. Suspicious activities and crimes against children can be reported to Childline at 116, the SAPS Crime Stop Number 08600 10111 or alternatively via the MySAPS App.

“All information will be treated as confidential,” said Ehlers.

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POPCRU rejects the backdoor militarisation of the DCS


Picture: Prisoners at DCS facility

By BAKANG MOKOTO

15 May 2026 – The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) said it unequivocally rejects the reckless and unilateral attempts by the Minister of Correctional Services, Pieter Groenewald, to reintroduce rank insignia and advance the backdoor militarisation of the Department of Correctional Services (DCS) without proper consultation with organised labour. POPCRU said this dangerous regression represents not only an attack on the democratic transformation of correctional services, but also a direct violation of established collective bargaining agreements and labour relations prescripts governing the public service.

POPCRU spokesperson, Richard Mamabolo said they place it on record that at no stage was the union consulted through recognised collective bargaining structures, despite the clear obligations imposed on the employer through signed agreements and labour legislation. Mamabolo said POPCRU further reminds the employer and the Ministry that, in terms of Section 16 of the Labour Relations Act (LRA), organised labour is entitled to all relevant information necessary to facilitate meaningful engagement and effective collective bargaining on matters affecting employees.

“The unilateral pronouncements regarding the reintroduction of rank insignia within DCS therefore constitute a direct affront not only to existing collective agreements, but also to the spirit and prescripts of the Labour Relations Act itself.

“Meaningful engagement cannot occur in the absence of full disclosure, proper consultation processes, and adequate opportunity for labour to engage its membership structures. POPCRU maintains that this matter must immediately be referred back to the Departmental Bargaining Chamber for proper engagement with recognised labour representatives,” he said.

Mamabolo further said any attempt to bypass collective bargaining institutions and impose decisions through administrative directives or media announcements will only deepen tensions within the department and further undermine labour relations stability. He added that labour must be afforded sufficient opportunity to consult with its members across all levels of the department before any policy position of this magnitude is considered for implementation.

“Workers cannot simply be confronted with predetermined outcomes on matters that fundamentally affect workplace identity, organisational structure, career pathing, conditions of service, and the future character of correctional services in a democratic South Africa.

“Furthermore, POPCRU wishes to place on record that the issue of insignia cannot be divorced from the broader structural challenges confronting the department, particularly the current salary structure within DCS, which remains in serious disarray and requires urgent and comprehensive overhaul,” said Mamabolo.

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Committee welcomes SIU briefing  


By BAKANG MOKOTO

15 May 2026 – The Portfolio Committee on Land Reform and Rural Development yesterday was briefed by the Special Investigation Unit (SIU) on various investigations and their outcomes relating to land reform and rural development, and also considered and adopted its budget vote report. The committee welcomed the SIU briefing and the progress achieved.

The Chairperson of the Committee, Albert Mncwango said the SIU reported that the rand value of matters referred to it or the defence/opposition of civil proceedings is R650m, while the potential cash and/or assets to be recovered amounts to approximately R563m. Mncwango said the committee noted that the SIU has recovered actual cash and/or assets to the value of R306m.

“While the investigations are still ongoing, the committee asked for regular briefings from the SIU, as 68 cases against officials and/or executives have been referred for disciplinary action and 611 cases have been referred to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA).

“Thereafter, the committee deliberated on its budget vote report and noted the budget shift away from core land reform,” he said.

Mncwango further said the committee noted that the 2026/27 budget has decreased slightly overall, but the main concern is a real cut in the budget to land reform and restitution, while the rural development and administration budget has increased. He added that the committee warned that this weakens the department’s core mandate.

“The committee also aired its frustrations that land reform targets remain too low and too slow. The department’s planned land redistribution and restitution targets are far below national goals, with weak post-settlement support and serious concerns about whether current funding and delivery capacity can meaningfully change land ownership patterns.

“The committee noted that major implementation and capacity problems persist. High vacancy rates, acting posts, weak coordination, delayed digital systems and institutional instability are repeatedly flagged as risks across the department and its entities,” said Mncwango.

He said labour tenant backlogs are a critical pressure point for the department. Mncwango said about 8000 labour tenant cases remain outstanding, with most of them likely to go through lengthy court processes, with inadequate systems, staffing and planning alignment slowing progress.

“The committee noted that the plans broadly align with government priorities. However, the committee noted that stronger funding, clearer implementation plans, tighter oversight and faster appointments are urgently needed if outcomes are to improve. 

“The committee adopted its budget vote report. It also noted the absence of the Minister of Land Reform and Rural Development at its meetings and will write to the Minister for an explanation of his absences,” said Mncwango.

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ACF describes Ramaphosa as ‘weak’ president


Picture: Axed Minister of Social Development, Sisisi Tolashe

By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

15 May 2026 – The Republic of South Africa (RSA) president Cyril Ramaphosa has in terms of Section 91(2) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa,1996, removed Minister Sisisi Tolashe from the position of Minister of Social Development. In the interim, Ramaphosa has appointed Minister in the Presidency for Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities Sindisiwe Chikunga as the acting minister in the portfolio pending a full-time appointment in due course.

However, Activists and Citizens Forum spokesperson, Dennis Bloem said Ramaphosa cannot expect them to applaud and praise him for firing Tolashe. Bloem said Tolashe’s exiting was long overdue.

“One cannot sit with a corrupt Minister in Cabinet for so long. Firing Tolashe from Cabinet and still sitting in the benches of Parliament earning a fat salary with all parliamentary privileges.

“Tolashe must be fired from Parliament and according to us she must go to jail. She is a disgrace. On countless occasions, Ramaphosa is a spineless President who is indecisive,” he said.

He further said Ramaphosa cannot take decisions on his own. Bloem added that people should look at the disgraceful situation of suspended Minister of Police, Senzo Mchunu who is sitting at home and enjoying taxpayers’ money.

“Ramaphosa refused to fire him – weak leadership. We are calling upon the criminal justice system to speed up the process of arresting Tolashe on the criminal charges that different citizens have opened against her. She must face the full might of the law. She has disgustingly abused her position as a Minister,” said Bloem.

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A case against Masemola and co-accused postponed


Picture: Suspended National Police Commissioner, Fannie Masemola in court

By REGINALD KANYANE

15 May 2026 – The suspended National Police Commissioner, General Fanie Masemola, joined Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala and 16 others at the Pretoria Magistrate’s Court on four charges relating to the alleged irregular awarding of a contract to Medicare 24 Tshwane District. The matter was postponed to 26 June 2026, for further investigations and to disclose the docket to the accused.

The Investigating Directorate Against Corruption (IDAC) spokesperson, Henry Mamothame said the consultations with Matlala have been concluded, however, new information has emerged from these consultations compelling further investigation by the state. Mamothame said the state committed to disclose the docket to the accused by 26 June 2026 and to amend the charge sheet following the inclusion of Masemola in the matter.

“A request by Matlala’s attorney to have him kept at Kgosi Mampuru Correctional Facility for the second phase of consultations to unfold and be completed timeously was granted.

“Their charges are linked to the alleged irregular awarding of a contract, valued at approximately R228 million, to Medicare 24, a company owned by Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala,” he said.

Mamothame further said Masemola is facing four charges of Contravening the Public Finance Management Act (PMFA), while Matlala and others are facing charges of corruption, fraud and money laundering.

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Morweng applauds police on drug lab bust  


Picture: Some of suspects arrested/Supplied

By REGINALD KANYANE

15 May 2026 – The North West MEC for Community Safety and Transport Management, Wessels Morweng has commended the police for swift response in shutting down the multi-million rands drug manufacturing operation in Swartruggens. Morweng said the community inadvertently reported the drug manufacturing operation to the police as a result of a pungent smell coming from a farm operating as a game farm.

He further said this led the police to seize crystal meth estimated at street value of around R250 million and some gold bearing material. Morweng added that eleven suspects, ten men and one woman were subsequently arrested.

“They are categorized as three South Africans, two Mozambicans, one Zimbabweans and 5 Spanish speaking suspects whose nationality is still to be determined though police suspect them to be Mexicans.

“We laud men and women in blue especially in light of the recent successes on clamping criminality in the province. We seek to outroot drug manufacturing plants and this success suggests we are going somewhere in making it difficult for criminals,” he said.

Morweng said with these arrests, they have definitely disturbed and interrupted their value chain. He said the success comes as a result of community intelligence and the swift response of the police after being alerted about this illicit operation.

“As a public representative, we are delighted and from the department point of view, we will continue to strengthen and improve the working relationship between the police and communities of the North West.

“We implore communities to continue reporting any suspicious activities to the police. We continue to encourage everyone to be the ears and eyes of the police in all our streets so that we can create a safe and secure environment for all citizens,” said Morweng.

The suspects are expected to appear before Swartruggens Magistrate’s Court today.

Convenor of the Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM) Provincial Committee, Pastor Lesiba Kgwele said the recent drug bust has exposed another massive operation that relied on obscurity, while it supplied drugs that are destroying the future and lives of mostly youth to a wider network.

“While are encouraged that there still exists capacity within the SAPS to mount such a thorough investigation by dedicated police officers, we can only celebrate the successful arrests when all the mastermind/s behind the drug cartel that must have been supported by sophisticated logistics to move the drugs around are completely dismantled.

“The intelligence-driven operation that resulted in the successful dismantling of the drug lab and the arrest of the suspects was executed by the National Head Office Crime Intelligence, National Head Office Organised Crime Investigations and a National team from the DPCI,” he said.

Meanwhile, the African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) spokesperson in Bojanala Region, Kgositsile Mahlaba said: “We would like to applaud the police for the excellent work done in tracking down and busting a huge multi-national criminal drug network in Swartruggens. As the ANCYL, we have consistently raised the alarm nationally on the drug pandemic destroying our communities.

“We have called on the ANC-led government to invest more

resources into policing and ensure swift, decisive action against those who think our country is a playground for criminals.”

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Accessibility restored on Z612 road


Picture: Roads affected by floods/Supplied  

By OBAKENG MAJE

15 May 2026 – The North West Department of Public Works and Roads said it wishes to assure affected communities in Klipvoor, near Madibeng and Moretele that interventions are currently underway to restore accessibility on Z612 road between GaRasai and Klipvoor following extensive damage caused by recent heavy rains and flooding.

The North West Department of Public Works and Roads acting spokesperson, Bayanda Zenzile said the persistent rainfall experienced in recent weeks has rendered sections of the road severely inaccessible due to the formation of dongas, excessive mud and water ponding, resulting in disruptions to public transport, schooling, and daily economic activities within the affected communities. Zenzile said in response to the situation, the department has deployed internal yellow fleet and personnel to the area as part of ongoing disaster relief interventions.

“A TLB and tipper truck are currently operating on site between GaRasai and Klipvoor, where teams are creating a temporary bypass to restore movement and improve accessibility for motorists and local communities.

“Furthermore, an excavator will be mobilised to construct drainage channels aimed at removing stagnant water from the road surface and addressing stormwater challenges contributing to the deterioration of the road,” she said.

Zenzile further said interventions will include the installation of stormwater pipes, as well as spot re-gravelling on affected sections of the road. She added that the department acknowledges the frustrations experienced by residents, learners, workers, and public transport operators due to the prolonged inaccessibility of the route.

“The department remains committed to fulfilling its mandate of providing safe, accessible, and reliable road infrastructure for all residents of the province,” said Zenzile.

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Grade 12 learners commence with second chance matric examinations


By OBAKENG MAJE

15 May 2026 – The North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi has extended her best wishes to candidates who are currently writing the second chance matric. Motsumi said the 2026 May/June National Senior Certificate (NSC) and Senior Certificate (SC) examinations commenced on Monday.

She further said these examinations follow the deadline of registration, which was scheduled for 6 February 2026. Motsumi added that this programme is mainly targeted at those candidates who did not pass in earlier years or those seeking to increase their marks.

“The results are expected to be released in August 2026. I would like to further commend all candidates for their continued dedication and commitment to furthering their education despite previous backlogs.

“I wish you all the best during this examination period. Your perseverance and dedication strongly show courage and more commitment in building a brighter future for yourselves. We appreciate the second chance matric programme because it gives candidates a genuine second chance to improve their matric results,” she said.

Motsumi said her department will concurrently start preparations for the 2026 Mid Term (NSC) National Senior Certificate (matric) examinations scheduled to take place from 8 June 2026 following the conclusion of the May/June examinations.

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