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North West celebrates 20 years of freedoom through art


By Obakeng
Rustenburg- As we celebrate 20 years of our democracy in our country, the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture in partnership with Bojanala District Municipality and SAFA (South African Football Association) will be hosting a sporting event celebration on 12 April 2014 at Olympia park stadium at Rustenburg.

The aim of the celebrations is to mobilise a collective ownership of the country’s 20 years of democracy by South Africans and different sectors of society. It is also to promote awareness of the progress that freedom has brought and a sense of challenges of the third decade especially through sport.

These games will be creating a build-up of public awareness and excitement, towards freedom day on April 27th and sustain it thereafter throughout 2014.

“Fun run will kick start the day’s events with distances of five (5) and eight (8) kilos, open to clubs and individuals of all ages. There will also be artistic aerobics for participants who will not participate in the fun run” departmental spokesperson Shirley Montsho.

Following the fun run will be followed by ladies soccer match between 12h30, whereby teams who are in the SASOL League from four Districts within the Province will compete against each other and the winning teams will face off at the finals.

MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture in the North West Province Mme Tebogo Modise calls members of the community to celebrate freedom through Sport, Arts and Culture’s activities and participate in the promotion of a physically active lifestyle.-TDN
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Tshwane free Wi-Fi project “The best in Africa”


Cape Town – The free Wi-Fi rollout in the City of Tshwane is going according to plan, despite moans from critics, says an NGO.

The city began rolling out a free Wi-Fi network in 2013 and the plan is to expand the network to universal access and connectivity as part of the city’s vision.
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NWest wins 3 gold medals in Stellenboch


By Obakeng Maje
The North West Province has today through Allen Dingle from Klerksdorp won 3 Gold medals for Power lifting open category at Stellenbosch University’s Akademia Hall in Stellenbosch.

The 39 year-old Dingle is hard at work in preparation for 2016 Paralympics in Rio De Janeiro.

“The North West Province Team of 130 Physically Disabled excluding officials became part of an auspicious opening ceremony on the evening of 30th March at Stellenbosch City Hall” departmental spokesperson Shirley Montsho said.

The night was an encouraging occasion with speakers from the President of the South African Sports Association for Physically Disabled (SASAPD) Mr Isaac Shadung, Mr Pieter Retief from the Municipality, Dr Eugene Cloete from Stellenbosch University to the main sponsor of the games for the past twenty -three years (23) Nedbank Mr Thulani Sibeko pumping into athletes drove their message of human potential as well as having faith in oneself irrespective of your disability to all athletes.

“Athletes were also encouraged not to forget the gift of participation and sportsmanship as people with disability for competing amongst themselves as they also prepare for 2016 Paralympics and other competitions in their calendar” Montsho said.

Mr Thulani Sibeko told athletes the tournament is a pinnacle of human spirit and endeavour- that their limitations are just fitness to imagination and that each and every one of them can achieve any goal they put for themselves.

This message is also shared by the MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture Mme Tebogo Modise who wished our athletes well in the Championships this year. She said “Our constitution which is the main law of our country is there to afford each an everyone of us to participate in sport irrespective of our physical and intellectual disability including our background and where we come from.”

The Games are taking place at Stellenbosch, Belhar and Paarl in the Western Cape Province from 29 March to 2nd April 2014. The following codes are showcased at the games- Boccia, Footbal 7 aside, Goalball, Powerlifting, Swimming, Athletics and Cycling for Juniors and the North West Province is participating in all of them.-TDN
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Greater Taung municipality embark on Imbizo


By Obakeng maje
Taung- The executive mayor of Greater Taung municipality rre Kaone Lobel led an imbizo which took place within Greater Taung Local Municipality in North West.
 
The imbizo took place under the auspices of the Greater Taung municipality Imbizo Focus Month with a theme “Draft Reviewd IDP before National elections” in Lokgabeng village.
 
The thematic position of the event forms part of a drive to inform the communities about the budget allocated to the municipality before new financial year and towards the democratization elections of the country.

“The municipality has since provided the epoch in the struggle with a conviction of building a democratic, non-racist, non-sexist South Africa that belongs to all who live in it” mayor Kaone lobelo said.

That is also entails continuous dialogue between government and the people.

The Imbizo is essentially anchored on the continuous need for heightened on-going engagement between municipality and citizens.

The engagement during the imbizo geared towards establishing partnership and understanding which will be characterised by thorough discussion, dialogue, joint problem solving and, above all, feedback to communities.

The mayor explains to the masses how the budget works. He said Taung is only allocated R27 million as it is consists of rural area where service delivery is not paid for.

“As a municipality, we only get service paid from Taung CBD, Pudumoe and Reivilo. So it is very hard for us to cover everything at once. Most of our villages does not pay for basic service like water and sanitation” Lobelo said.

The communities demanded to know about the promises the municipality promised like Mankoroane Garden houses.

However Neo Mokoma from Human Settlements explains that the backlog was caused by SIU investigations in the matter, but he promised to come back before June with a feedback.

“We understand the backlog that has been caused, but the matter was investigated by Special Unit Investigations(SIU) and we still waiting for the outcomes” Mokoma said.

Mokoma said all houses that were supposed to be built will be included in 2014-2015 financial year.

He said that his department decided not to start any new projects but finish all backlogs first. Makoma said they know only one house was built from R8 million project by contractor who was appointed to build houses, but he left without finishing the project.

Most communities said they want roads, sanitations, water and electricity in their areas and said they need a good communication with their councillors who were accused of being dictators.

The municipality encouraged the members of the community to register for elections as the number of voters determine the budget that the municipality will be given.

“Please great people you need to understand that the provincial government look into how many people are registered to vote in that particular area and will provide budget accordingly, so stop that tendency of just sitting around without registering to vote.”

“If you do not register know that you do not appear as a resident of Taung as that will cripple our budget. We need to know how many people reside in Taung and the budget will be given according to its people” Lobelo outlines.

Mayor said the are projects that are still underway and will be executed after financial year.-TDN
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Injury blow for Sasol Banyana Banyana ahead of Zimbabwe clash


Johannesburg- The Sasol-sponsored South African Senior Women’s National team, Banyana Banyana will be without the services of captain Janine van Wyk for their international friendly match against Zimbabwe on Saturday, 12 April at Dobsonville Stadium. Kick-off is at 13h30. 

Van Wyk will miss out due to a knee injury but the player believes the team has what it takes to challenge the Zimbabweans in the build-up to the African Women’s Championship (AWC) qualifiers.

 

“This is exciting as it is our first official game this year and everyone is looking forward to this game. We have learnt new things with the coach over the past few weeks we’ve been together and this game is a means of gauging how far we are as a team and how much work still needs to be done in preparation for the AWC qualifiers,” said Van Wyk.  

 

Sasol Banyana Banyana have won two games in six encounters against Zimbabwe since 2011 and will be looking to impress the coach as she assembles the squad that will take on Comoros in the CAF African Women’s Championship qualifiers.

 

The Banyana Banyana captain said she was disappointed not to be part of the match against Zimbabwe but also cautioned against complacency.

 

“It’s disappointing not to be training fully with the squad but everyone has been working hard and we will be looking for a win against Zimbabwe on Saturday. Comoros are raked 123 in the world and that’s 71 places below us. We mustn’t take this lightly but take each game as it comes and play to be the best,” said Van Wyk.

 

The ninth edition of the CAF African Women’s Championship to be hosted by Namibia in October will see three top finishers represent the continent at the FIFA Women’s Cup Canada 2015.

 

Kolokotoane Mathabo Maria from Lesotho will be in charge of the friendly encounter against Zimbabwe, she will be assisted by fellow nationals; Polotso Maapara and  Puleng Agnes Mahono. South African referee Akhona Zennith Makalima will sit in as the fourth official and Nkalimeng Makhube from Lesotho has been appointed the match commissioner.

Sasol Banyana Banyana vs Zimbabwe since 2011:

09/07/2011 Banyana Banyana vs. Zimbabwe Harare (COSAFA) 0 – 1 (Loss)

05/09/2011 Banyana Banyana vs. Zimbabwe Mozambique (AAG) 4 – 1 (Win)

22/12/2011 Banyana Banyana vs. Zimbabwe Harare (Unity Cup) 0 – 3 (Loss)

13/10/2012 Banyana Banyana vs. Zimbabwe Dobsonville (IF) 1 – 0 (Win)

31/07/2012 Banyana Banyana vs. Zimbabwe Daveyton (IF) 0 – 0 (Draw)

15/06/2013 Banyana Banyana vs. Zimbabwe International Friendly (Home) 1 – 1 (Draw).
-TDN
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MEC Maloyi appeals for stability in Bloemhof


Bloemhof-MEC for Human Settlements Public Safety and Liaison Nono Maloyi has condemned in strongest terms, the burning and vandalisation of both public and private property in Bloemhof/Boitumelong civil unrest that started on Monday. Thus far houses belonging to municipal officials and government property were destroyed by residents who are protesting over service delivery in their area.

“We are not going to allow anarchy to prevail. We are a democratic state which has platforms and channels to present dissatisfaction or challenges. We will not also allow people to destroy other people’s property mainly because they are dissatisfied. We will make sure that anyone taking the law into their own hands should be arrested and face the full might of the law,” said MEC Maloyi.

MEC Maloyi further appealed for peace and stability in the area. He further called on leaders of the protesting group to use proper channels in communicating their dissatisfaction. He said that destroying property will not assist in addressing their challenges.

Thus far property which includes houses belonging to municipal mayor and other councilors have been burned, while vehicles belonging to motorists traveling along the N12 were stoned. Residents continue to throw stones at police officers who are maintaining a law and order in the area.

About 120 protesters have already been arrested since yesterday. Residents demand that the municipal council should be dissolved or be placed under section 139C.-TDN
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A 17 year-old teen arrested for murder in Setlagole


By Obakeng Maje
Setlagole-North West police arrested a 17 year-old minor for allegedly killing a Bangladesh shop owner in Setlagole village, near Mahikeng.

Sohel Rana was instantly killed in a robbery on Monday.

Three suspects allegedly entered a local shop and pointed a shop-owner with a firearm. The 17 year-old teenager shot Rana in a head after the security guard pounced on them.

“Three suspects allegedly fled the scene and the security guard shot one suspect on the foot” sergeant Kelebogile Moleko said.

Police followed a lead and arrested a suspect who was shot on a foot.
“He is under police guard in Mahikeng hospital and will appear before court soon” Moleko said.-TDN
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Traffic Management Learnership Opportunities In North West


The North West Department of Human Settlements, Public Safety and Liaison (Public Safety and Liaison Branch) invites applications for the Traffic Officer’s Diploma Learnership, which seeks to capacitate unemployed youth with knowledge of and skills in traffic law enforcement. Upon completion of the programme, the learners will receive a national qualification in the form of a Basic Traffic Officer’s Diploma (NQF Level 4).

Salary: Minimum stipend of R2 700 per month (Ref. 2/2014)

Duration: 12 Months

Requirements

Grade 12 (Matric Certificate)

Valid driver’s licence

Between 18-35 years of age

Attach medical report indicating that the applicant is fit to do strenuous exercise/training

Certificate from SAPS indicating that the applicant does not have a criminal record

NB: Female candidates are encouraged to apply.

Please Note:

• Applications will only be considered from unemployed South African citizens, aged between 18 and 35 years

• Candidates who have already participated in a learnership programme in any Government department will not be considered

How to apply

Applications should be made on form Z83 (download here), obtainable from any Public Service department and accompanied by a comprehensive CV, certified copies of all qualifications and Identity Document.

Application form should be signed and dated. Failure to submit the requested documents will result in your application not being considered.

• Should you be in a possession of foreign qualifications, they must be accompanied by an evaluation certificate from the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA). Please take note that all qualifications are subject to verification

• Applications received after the closing date will not be considered. Faxed and e-mailed applications will also not be considered

• The Department reserves the right not to make appointments and correspondence will be limited to short-listed candidates only. It will be expected of candidates to be available for selection interviews on a date, time and place as determined by the Department.

All applications must be forwarded to the Director: Human Resources Management, Department of Human Settlements, Public Safety and Liaison, Private Bag X19, Mmabatho 2735, for attention Mr Gilford Moshito Malotane or hand deliver at the Department of Human Settlements, Public Safety and Liaison, Office No 130/131, Administrative Wing, New Head Office Complex, Old Parliament Building, Ngaka Modiri Molema Road.

Please direct all enquiries to Mr GM Malotane, tel. (018) 388-1049.

Closing Date: 11 April 2014
-TDN
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Dewani case delayed


Cape Town – The case against honeymoon murder-accused Shrien Dewani was delayed in the Western Cape High Court on Tuesday.

Proceedings would get under way at 12.30pm, National Prosecuting Authority provincial spokesman Eric Ntabazalila said.

Dewani, who arrived around 11.20am, was still being processed at the court, he said.

Dewani arrived at the court in a police convoy, consisting of marked and unmarked cars. He entered through a side court gate.

Media at the Western Cape High Court were told they were not allowed to take pictures of Dewani.

A policeman addressed reporters and cameramen inside courtroom one and made it clear that all camera equipment should be removed at 10.45am.

The officer said the media were not allowed to take pictures as per order of the justice department.

Dewani landed at Cape Town International Airport earlier on a private aircraft.

“He has been transported by a chartered plane from the Bristol Airport in the United Kingdom to South Africa. The department of justice procured the chartered plane,” spokesman Mthunzi Mhaga said in a statement.

Among the reasons for the private aircraft was that Dewani had previously shown suicidal tendencies, said Mhaga.

When Dewani appears in court he is expected to be charged with conspiracy to commit murder and defeating the ends of justice.

He claimed he and his wife Anni were kidnapped at gunpoint as they drove through Gugulethu in Cape Town in a taxi in November 2010.

The couple had been on honeymoon in the country. He was released unharmed, but his wife’s body was found in the abandoned car the next day. She had been shot dead.

Xolile Mngeni was convicted of the murder and jailed for life.

Prosecutors allege Dewani hired him to kill his wife. Two other alleged accomplices are also already serving jail terms in connection with the crime.

Dewani has denied any part in the murder. – Sapa