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Blunder saw a rapist walk free

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Durban – A man accused of raping a 74-year-old Pietermaritzburg woman walked out of court a free man after a bungle by the authorities.

 

The 28-year-old man was arrested for rape and robbery on a Saturday, which meant he had to be brought before a magistrate within 48 hours of arrest, reported the Daily News.

 

For some reason though, the man – who was not identified – was not brought to court on Monday and only appeared in court on Tuesday, leaving the magistrate on duty with no choice but to set him free.

 

Prosecutor Zandile Ndimande said she didn’t know why the man was not brought to court on Monday and a police spokesperson was also at a loss to explain the blunder.  

 

A women’s right activist said she was shocked and appalled at the inefficiency which saw the suspect go free.

 

“This is not just, this is not fair and this is not democratic,” said Annie Shaw.

 

“This poor woman has been violated in the worst possible way and has literally been raped of all her constitutional rights, and yet the law only recognises the rights of the accused.

Gordon Igesund to announce Bafana squad

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by obakeng maje

Gordon Igesund is announcing his first Bafana Bafana squad today at 11:00am – who do you want to see in it?

The new Bafana coach is expected to hand call-ups to Kgosi Nthle and Kamohelo Mokotjo, and Tokelo Rantie is reportedly left out of the mix.

moroka swallows lerato chabangu is set to return to bafana fortress after being absent for more than two year.

so give us your preview…!!!

What would your ideal starting XI be?

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Mine unrest to hit economy:Shabangu

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Perth – Mineral resources minister Susan Shabangu said on Wednesday that a wave of labour unrest and violence in the mining sector that killed 44 people this month will have an impact on potential investments.

 

“It is a cause for concern. 

 

“The tragedy does impact on any potential investments,” she told reporters on the sidelines of a mining conference in Perth.

 

The government would not allow a repeat of the strife at the Lonmin platinum mine [JSE:LON] but mining returns could not be made at any cost, the minister said.  

 

Shabangu also said mine nationalisation could not advance the interests of South Africa. 

 

Motsweding FM’s Kenole “Miss K” Legote got it all….!!!!!

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By Obakeng Maje

We could not end the August which is a Women’s Month without bringing you only the best!!!!

We chilling on our hot seat with Motsweding FM’s Kenole “Miss K” Legote who is the brain behind number one Breakfast show in Mzansi Ragoga Gee.

Miss K as she is affectionately known to her followers pull no punches and tells it as it is….so seatback and enjoy while Kenole let us into her closet!!!!!!

Where were you born and matriculated?

Ganalaagte clinic and matriculated at

Mosupatsela Senior Secondary School.

How many are you at home,and who do you stay with?

We are five. Two girls and three boys and I’m the 3rd child.

Were you brought up by your both parents, and how was life then when growing up?

Yes,however my father passed away in 1997. Life was a bit hard because you wouldn’t have what you want to have(as a child) because my parents were only able to provide basic needs most of the time.

Was it you dream to be a radio presenter and later on a producer?

Not at all. I have always liked life and people and being a Presenter meant I was going to be able to converse and meet people, but then I got curious about working behind the scene. Like at the time I wanted to know more about production and Motswedingfm was looking for Content Producers so that’s how I ended up being a Content Producer.

What qualifications you have and what is need to be a producer?

National certificate in Radio Broadcasting.

Media related studies and Experience in media(preferably radio).

Any challenges you experienced at work or in life and what have you learnt from that?

We face challenges from the minute one is born. I have learnt to be GRATEFUL that GOD still loves me and he will always be there for me no matter what.

How will you sum up Kenole Legote as a person and a woman?

I’m a fun person,creative (comes with being a producer),spontaneous and like talking a lot. I like to be realistic other than living in a fantasy world and open minded to new ideas…”

If you can be a president for a day,what you will change?

I don’t know if this will change, but if I can be a President however I will try to change our People’s mindset. I would make sure that they stop the dependency syndrome.

You are not helping yourself by seating back and hoping that someone will come and better you life.

How do you see yourself in five years and any message to your young aspiring kids?

Being an Advocate (specialising in media law).

Message to young aspiring kids: I think by now we have seen or heard that anything is possible. So its your turn to shine and confirm it yourself. Gore the “sky is the limit”

How important is education and what is your take on burning issues faced by our youths?

Peer pressure

Peer pressure has always been there and teenagers turn to trust their friends more than their parents.

Unemployment

If only we can start thinking like entrepreneurs,unemployment and poverty was going to be eradicated amongst the youth.

Drug abuse and alcohol substance?

This is a root cause of all bad experiences that youth and their loved ones are forced to go through. I really pray for the day boys and girls start loving themselves that they would refuse to let themselves walk through that path*ba gane ka bona*.

What do you know about the women of 1956?

They stood to what they believed in and if 1956 didn’t happen I don’t think we would be liberated by any means.

Do you know anything about Steve Biko?

I know that if he didn’t fight for us(Black people) to be free from apartheid we would still be oppressed.

Is Kenole married or do you have any kids?

I am not married, I have 2 kids.

How old are you?

Old enough*hides*

What challenges are at work or being a producer especially as a woman in a male dominated industry?

Any industry have its own  challenges, its how you deal with those challenges that will make or break you. It makes your job better when you are working with supportive people. I always say “approach” is very important. I have been privileged to work with Radio Legends and in all my experiences I got the courage to better myself as a person.

What Is a role of a producer anyway?

I’m a Content Producer. I’m the show manager. All the output of the show is arranged/researched/prepared by me. I then brief the On Air Personality to deliver the product.

Who is you role model?

My Mom Keneilwe Legote.

You can listen to Kenole produced show,Ragoga Gee weekdays only on Motsweding FM.

The show is presented by Kabelo “The KBzo” Molopyane and Felix Da Cat.

Motsweding FM 87.9-107.9 MHz

Two men drown while fishing

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By Obakeng Maje

Zeerust- Police are investigating an inquest docket after two boys drown at Sehujwane Dam in Motswedi village near Zeerust.

It is alleged that the two were with their friend and busy fishing. while doing that it seems something looked like a kudu appeared floating in the water.

Kabelo Tabane,21 his friend Keogile Ndaba,18 jumped in the water and tried to push the animal out of the water.

“Police divers were called after we received information that two men drown while fishing at Sehujwane dam”

“Police rushed to the dam and managed to removed two bodies on the scene” Captain Botma said.

The Police were alerted by their third friend who saw things unfolded. He also went to inform both families about the unpleasant news.

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Seven suspects arrested for Business robbery

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By Obakeng Maje

Delareyville- Yesterday Police arrested seven suspects for two separate Business Robberies at  tuck shops belonging to Bangladesh citizens in Delareyville.  Cigarettes, airtime, soap, motor oil and some cash were robbed.

Nobody was injured during the both robberies. 

“After the police received information, a white Toyota Quantum was stopped on the Delareyville, Sannieshof road  last night and the seven suspects were arrested” Captain Botma said.

Six firearms with ammunition and as well as the stolen items were recovered in the vehicle.

They were charged with Business Robbery and possession of illegal fire-arms and ammunition. 

They are expected to appear tomorrow at Sannieshof Magistrate’s Court.

 

 

ABSA renews their contract with Bafana

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By Obakeng Maje

Absa today announced that it has struck an agreement with the South African Football Association (SAFA) to extend its sponsorship of the National team, affectionately known as “Bafana Bafana”.

 

Absa, recent winner of the top banking brand award in the Sunday Times Top Brands survey for the 6th year running, first secured National team sponsorship rights in 2007, in partnership with SAB Miller. Today’s renewal will run until December 2013.

 

Announcing the deal, the Absa Head of Marketing for Africa, Sizakele Marutlulle said: “Absa is proud to continue our association with Bafana Bafana as the team faces another important period in its football history.

 

 ‘’South Africa will welcome the best teams on the African continent as the country gears up to host the African Cup of Nations in 2013 as well as qualify for the next FIFA World Cup tournament in Brazil in 2014,” said Marutlulle.

 

SAFA CEO, Dr Robin Petersen said the sponsorship extension by the country’s biggest retail bank was a timely boost for Bafana Bafana who are scheduled to face five-time World Cup champions Brazil in Sao Paolo on 7 September 2012 before hosting Mozambique in Mbombela on 11 September 2012.

 

“Bafana Bafana are about to start a tight programme in their preparation for the Africa Cup of Nations tournament, which we host next year. This welcome sponsorship could not have come at a more appropriate time,” said Dr Petersen.

 

“Absa has always been behind Bafana through thick and thin and this recent sponsorship extension is a true testimony of a committed partner,” he added.

 

 

NW Premier Thandi Modise lead the address

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BY Obakeng Maje

 Communities in Bojanala Platinum District Municipality have been afforded a platform to highlight their concerns, grievances and to advice government on its work during their engagement with North West Premier Mme Thandi Modise and members of her Executive Council on Saturday.

The Exco public participation programme that Premier Modise leads will be hosted by Madibeng Local Municipality at Oukasie Sports Ground outside Brits.

 

The interactive programme which commences as from 9:00am provides an opportunity for government to communicate its Programme of Action and progress being made coincides with the celebration of 100 years of Oukasie, the Provincial Launch of Heritage and Tourism Month.

“The centenary celebration of one of our oldest townships in our province that resisted forced removal during the dark days of apartheid presents us with an opportunity to evaluate progress we have made with regard to changing the lives of our people and to renew our commitment to work together with them to create sustainable communities,” says Premier Modise.

 

 The message of support for the launch of Tourism month will be delivered by Deputy Minister of Tourism Tokozile Xasa. 

 

The Public Participation programme formerly known as Imbizo is a forum for enhancing dialogue and interaction between government and the people promotes participation of the public in the programmes to improve their lives.

 

Artists to entertain at the event include Gospel Singer Winnie Mashaba, Senzo Ncobo from Rhythm City, Troublemakers, Rhythmic Elements, and emerging local artists.

 
Free busses to transport members of the public to the event are coordinated by councillors and municipalities within the jurisdiction of the District Municipality.
 

Woman arrested for penis hacking

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Sydney – An Australian woman who admitted killing her ex-lover and attempting to hack off his penis was jailed for three years and nine months on Wednesday, with a court accepting she was suffering depression.

 

Jian Chen, aged 47, pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of her former partner Jin Xiang Peng over his fatal sedation and stabbing in February 2011 amid a protracted and bitter dispute over money and their young son.

 

Jian told a psychiatrist that “something inside me” told her to destroy the “monster’s weapon”, that he “uses his penis to harm woman and children”.

 

“I knew Peng used his penis to capture women, to have children by them, use the children as tools to squeeze money out of us,” Jian said, according to the sentencing.

 

“Something just urged me to do it, don’t let the monster to harm any more children.

 

“I remember I cut some of his penis. I went to flush it down the toilet, to flush it down so he couldn’t harm any more children and he couldn’t harm any more women.”

 

‘Gratuitous cruelty’

 

She laced his soup with sedatives before the attack and called emergency services to report that “somebody is dying”, telling the operator “I kill him, my ex-boyfriend, he’s a crook”, admitting stabbing him in the neck and penis.

 

Judge Monika Schmidt said police found the victim with his wrists and feet bound and excessive blood loss from wounds to his neck and groin, the latter which she described as involving “considerable gratuitous cruelty”.

 

“An attempt to castrate him had been made. He had lacerations to the left side of his groin and his penis had been scalped,” Schmidt said, adding that he later died from his “gross mutilation” injuries in hospital.

 

“The autopsy report showed that he had suffered defensive wounds. It follows that the victim was not unconscious while the offender inflicted all of the injuries which he suffered.”

 

Schmidt jailed Jian for a minimum of three years and nine months, finding she was suffering from an “abnormality of the mind arising from an underlying long-standing depressive illness” which had “substantially impaired” her judgment.

 

She also noted Jian’s early guilty plea, remorse and prior good character in handing down the sentence. She will be eligible for release in November 2014 with time already served.

 

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Women can occupy senior positions in government

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By Obakeng Maje

Female Senior Managers in the Office of the Premier believe that women have got strong qualities that can enable them to occupy any senior position in the public service.

 

Speaking at the gathering of women senior managers in the office of the Premier held at Protea Hotel recently, women defined themselves as strong and powerful enough to occupy any senior position which were predominantly occupied by men in South Africa.

 

The gathering was part of the Office of the Premier’s programme for women’s month.

 

 The Deputy Director General in the office of the premier, Faith Mashimbye said:

 

  “I do believe that women have got the ability to complete any task given to them.

 

 I am a strong woman who believes that there are solutions to all the challenges that many women are facing in the world today.”

 

Keipelege Moseki, Chief Director at the Human Resource Management Directorate said women must not only occupy senior positions but they must have the power to influence decisions in government.

 

“As women, we must not only occupy senior position but we must play an active role in decision making especially when it comes to women empowerment and equality in the public service.

 

We must not fold our arms and say nothing in meeting when we feel that the decisions that are taken are not favourable to women,” she said.

 

Moseki further commended government’s effort of increasing the employment of women in senior positions.

 

She said in the North West province the employment on women in senior position is below 30 percent while men continue to dominate.

 

“We have the responsibility as woman senior managers to push the agenda of women empowerment and equality in the public service.

 

The statistic of employing women in the public service will not increase if we do not lead by example, we need to do more work in empowering other women so that they become fit to hold these senior positions,” she said.

 

Mmamathe Makhekhe – Mokhuana, Government Information Technology Officer mentioned that she is happy to be a woman in South Africa and she salutes all the women who took a stand and fought for the rights of women.

 

 She mentioned that there are lots of opportunities that are opening for women to develop themselves and that they need to grab them.

 

“We can say we are free now as women but there are some challenges that we are facing especially at work. We as women need to prove ourselves that we can get top positions because we deserve them not because of the affirmative action.” She said.

 

Okgabile Dibetso – Bodibe, Chief state law advisor also said: “I am a strong who believes in God and all my achievements especially at work are the results of my God.

 

I confidently believe that God will give us direction as we fulfill our duties in our positions as women.

 

Dibetso – Bodibe highlighted that rural women are still facing some challenges especially unemployment and abuse even after17 years of our democracy.

 

 “Women need to go out there and see what they can do. Life was difficult in the older days, now things have changed.

 

 Women need to brave themselves and know their rights. “I am still hopeful that things can change,” she said.

 

In 2007, the Head of the departments (HoD’s) 8-Principle Plan of Action for Promoting Women’s Empowerment and Gender Equality within the Public Service Workplace was launched.

 

The Plan was intended to enhance women’s empowerment and equality in the public service