Picture: The police confiscated dagga and fireworks/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
Two suspects aged 47 and 53 were arrested for illegal possession of drugs. This comes after the police who were on patrol, allegedly saw the suspicious-looking delivery truck on N14 road during the early hours of the morning on 20 December 2023.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said the police from Mothibistad Police Station were conducting routine patrols when they observed a suspicious delivery truck. Ehlers further said, they allegedly stopped and searched the truck.
“They discovered several bags of dagga with an estimated value of R15 750 as well as fireworks. It is alleged that the truck was en-route from Johannesburg,” she said.
Meanwhile, the John Taolo Gaetsewe District Police Commissioner, Maj Gen Johnnie Besnaar commended Sgt Kagisho Gopetse and Const Moemedi Gaosenkwe for their vigilant conduct and ensuring that drugs are not transported via our national roads.
North West Premier, Bushy Maape said the end of the year is a special time for everyone as it marks the end of the journeys they have traversed throughout the year. Maape said it is a time to reflect on the commitments they made and the personal goals they have set for themselves.
“The accomplishments and challenges we have endured during this year, should serve as an inspiration to focus on new possibilities and future endeavours. Over the last 12 months, we have worked together as government, opposition parties, business, labour and civil society to try and overcome challenges of socio-economic concern bedeviling our developmental trajectory.
“|As we note the many milestones we have reached and celebrated, we also acknowledge the enormous sufferings of our people due to worsening socio-economic conditions in the province,” he said.
Maape further said in dealing with these challenges, their provincial government Executive Council adopted a comprehensive and aggressive investment promotion programme to create jobs and change the development landscape of the province.
He added that, through this initiative they have garnered investment pledges amounting to R132.4 billion for various projects.
“Of the original 30 projects, 15 have been confirmed and are at different stages of readiness. The confirmed projects have a total value of R45 398 billion. Five projects are ready for implementation and will be rolled out in the next three months, while four projects will be ready in the next 6 to 12 months.
“Several more projects will be processed in the next two years. We also acknowledge the concerted efforts we have implored as the North West Provincial Government (NWPG) to ensure efficient and effective service delivery to our people. In achieving this we have intensified our Accelerated Service Delivery programme through Thuntsha Lerole to reach all areas of our province to resolve service delivery related challenges,” said Maape.
He said through this initiative, they are also deepening social solidarity with different segments of the society, tackling poverty, unemployment, inequalities as well as social ills such as Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBV&F).
Maape said this initiative is gaining traction every day and continues to resonate with residents of the province across many and diverse communities.
“We recognise that in parts of our province, the challenges facing our people far exceeds the interventions we have made thus far. Much more will be required to make an impact in order for our people to see real change.
“As we celebrate the end of a productive year and recharge for the New Year, let us do so responsibly. I would like to take this opportunity and call on all our people to extend a helping hand to those less fortunate in our communities,” he said.
Maape said as they go into the new year, let them continue to work together towards building a prosperous and peaceful province. He said on behalf of the NWPG leadership, he wishes all residents and their families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
Most carousers are expecting hit songs from South African artists as the country is entering into festive season. One of the hit songs that is expected to create waves and keep music lovers intrigued is the Nkqo Nkqo single, which is a hit song featuring Asa Dengana.
The KwaZulu-Natal-based record company, SixNine Rekords said it is thrilled to announce the release of a single hit, Nkqo Nkqo featuring Asa. According to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SixNine Record company, Mthokozisi Mgobhozi, the song is available on all music platforms.
Mqobhozi further said, Nkqo Nkqo song is a hit single that has just been released to keep Deep House and Afro Soul music lovers on their toes. He added that, Nkqo Nkqo song was released at the right time, especially as the music lovers are getting into a festive mood.
“Remember, South Africans are expecting artists to bring them new tunes for entertainment over festive season and beyond. A relationship between SixNine Rekord and Asa comes a long way since 2019.
“This release was long overdue and we are delighted that it finally happened. The SixNine Rekords company was officially registered by Sithembile Mbuthuma and I. We are eager to bring change and elevate the music industry to the next level by unearthing talented artists in Mzansi,” he said.
Mqobhozi said the release of a single, Nkqo Nkqo with Asa, attests how South Africa has abundance of talent. He said this also displays the intentions of the SixNine Rekords company, which is to enrich the standard of music in the country.
“We have long invited her to the studio, but I guess the distance between the two parties has dragged us so long. However, when she finally arrived in the studio, there was no more turning back. She worked her magic and boom, this is what we came up with.
“We hope the South African music lovers will love the song and support us. What we can say is that a lot is still to come because it has always been my dream to find our niche within the music industry,” said Mqobhozi.
He said even though he had been in the music industry long enough, he had never pulled through to this point. Mqobhozi said he guesses this is God’s perfect timing and he is pleased that it is finally happening.
“As SixNine Rekords, we have confidence because Asa is a talented and experienced artist. We are excited to have an artist of her calibre as part of our stable.
“With her, we are a formidable team and a lot is still to come. We can assure Mzansi music lovers that they should expect more vibes from us. So, they should keep intrigued,” he said.
Meanwhile, Asa Dengana said: “Thank you to SixNine Rekords because this is a dream come true. With this kind of relationship, we are still going to bring more for South Africans and Africa at large.”
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SixNine Rekords is a vibrant record label that was established in 2019 by Mthokozisi Mghobhozi and Sithembile Mbuthuma. He said they are already making waves in the music industry and their record label has collaborated with a number of incredible artists, including none other than Judas, Vintage, Nico, Aleganto, and Zipho.
Mqhobhozi said they are eagerly looking forward to releasing more music in the near future, including a highly anticipated song with Nico called Sponono and Amahalanjonjo – Izinkinga Zothando, among many others.
He said Nkqo Nkqo can be downloaded on the following platforms: Spotify, Deezer, SoundCloud Go, Tidal, Anghami, Line Music, iHeartRadio and Claro Musica.
Malawian man has been fined R18 000 by the Mmabatho Regional Court after he was found guilty of contravening Section 49 of the Immigration Act 13 of 2002. In October 2022, the members of the Mahikeng based Serious Organised Crime Investigation, received information about a suspicious truck spotted at Kopfontein Port of Entry.
The Hawks spokesperson in North West, Lieutenant Col Tinyiko Mathebula said, the police proceeded to the scene, where a search was conducted.
“During the search, eighteen (18) undocumented Ethiopian men aged between 18 and 20 years were allegedly found hidden in a false compartment under the trailer of the truck.
“The preliminary investigation revealed that, the truck driver, Benedicto Makawa (39) was hired to transport the young men from Lusaka in Zambia to Johannesburg. Investigation further revealed that, the Ethiopian nationals were going to meet their relatives who had promised them work in Johannesburg,” he said.
He further said Makawa was subsequently arrested and charged with contravention of Immigration Act. Mathebula added that, he made a series of court appearances until he entered into a plea agreement with the state.
“He found guilty on eighteen counts of contravening Section 49 (2) of the Immigration Act 13 of 2002. The accused was sentenced to a fine of R1000 for each count,” he said.
Picture: North West MEC for Community Safety and Transport Management, Sello Lehari/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
The North West MEC for Community Safety and Transport Management, Sello Lehari has condemned with strongest terms the brutal shooting and killing of nine people at Popo Molefe Informal Settlement in Boitekong, outside Rustenburg.
It is alleged that, Lesotho nationals shot dead nine Xhosa speaking people and eleven people survived, others still in critical conditions at hospital.
During his visit to the scene of the shooting, Lehari met some of those who have been discharged, including a child (9), who had already been taken through counselling. Prior to his visit to the scene, Lehari had urged the team of investigating officers to work around the clock and explore every lead for the speedy arrest of suspects.
“We need to see people getting arrested on this case. It is almost a week now since the shooting and victims needs to see suspects being arrested. They must be arrested and face the full wrath of the law for their violent killings.
“The people who are responsible for this, cannot continue roaming the streets freely as if nothing happened. Nine people is too many. We further call on the residents within the area to avail information that would assist the police for the arrest of the suspects,” he said.
Lehari added that, the police cannot conclude this case alone, but they need coporation from the community members who might have seeing or heard anything. He said, so any information is important for the investigators to start arresting.
“As department, we send our heartfelt condolences to the families of nine deceased m persons and wished speedy recovery to the injured ones. According to the information divulged during the briefing of stakeholders, a conflict between the Xhosa and Sotho speaking people in the area comes a long way.
“It is reported that in September, about 40 shacks belonging to the Sotho speaking people were allegedly burned down by the Xhosa speaking people,” said Lehari.
Meanwhile, the acting District Police Commissioner for Bojanala 2, Brigadier Mmamotsamai Ntoagae said they are experiencing a lot of contact crimes in the Boitekong area.
“We do have operations, make arrests and host crime prevention campaigns but we still experience a lot of cases on contact crimes,” said Ntoagae.
Mona wa dingwaga dile 27 yo a neng a re o tsaya botshelo jwa gagwe kwa motseng wa Dikgweng, gaufi le Mothibistad mo letsatsing la Mosopulogo o pholositswe ke sepodisi. Go begwa fa monna o, a ne a kaya fa a lapisitswe ke botshelo, mme o ne a go palama madutelo a metsi kwa godimo-dimo le go tshosetsa ka go itatlhela hatshe.
Go ya Ka sebueledi sa sepodisi kwa porofenseng ya Kapa Bokone, Mokaptein Nomvuyo Makoloi, ba lephata la sepodisi ba ne ba itsisiwe ka tiragalo e, mme ba tabogela kwa lefelong la tiragalo. Makoloi are, Warrant Officer, Pulane Monchonyane yo o rupeletsweng ka tsa dipuisano tsa go ipolaya (Suicide Negotiator) go tswa kwa seteisheneng sa sepodisi sa kwa Seven kwa Kuruman, one a betsegela kwa lefelong la tiragalo, gonne o ne a le mo Mothibistad.
“Monchonyane one a buisana le lekawana le ka katlego gore le se tseye botshelo jwa lone. Monna o, one a fologa kwa godimo ga madutelo a metsi, mme a phologa loso,” Makoloi wa tlhalosa.
Kgabagare, mokomishinara wa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa John Taolo Gaetsewe, Johnny Besnaar one a akgola mapodisi a kwa seteisheneng sa Mothibistad le Monchonyane ka tiro e manontlhotlho e ba e dirileng ya go boloka botshelo.
Mona wa dingwaga dile 27 yo a neng a re o tsaya botshelo jwa gagwe kwa motseng wa Dikgweng, gaufi le Mothibistad mo letsatsing la Mosopulogo o pholositswe ke sepodisi. Go begwa fa monna o, a ne a kaya fa a lapisitswe ke botshelo, mme o ne a go palama madutelo a metsi kwa godimo-dimo le go tshosetsa ka go itatlhela hatshe.
Go ya Ka sebueledi sa sepodisi kwa porofenseng ya Kapa Bokone, Mokaptein Nomvuyo Makoloi, ba lephata la sepodisi ba ne ba itsisiwe ka tiragalo e, mme ba tabogela kwa lefelong la tiragalo. Makoloi are, Warrant Officer, Pulane Monchonyane yo o rupeletsweng ka tsa dipuisano tsa go ipolaya (Suicide Negotiator) go tswa kwa seteisheneng sa sepodisi sa kwa Seven kwa Kuruman, one a betsegela kwa lefelong la tiragalo, gonne o ne a le mo Mothibistad.
“Monchonyane one a buisana le lekawana le ka katlego gore le se tseye botshelo jwa lone. Monna o, one a fologa kwa godimo ga madutelo a metsi, mme a phologa loso,” Makoloi wa tlhalosa.
Kgabagare, mokomishinara wa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa John Taolo Gaetsewe, Johnny Besnaar one a akgola mapodisi a kwa seteisheneng sa Mothibistad le Monchonyane ka tiro e manontlhotlho e ba e dirileng ya go boloka botshelo.
A body of an unknown woman has been discovered in Number Two Section in Galeshewe, near Kimberley on 18 December 2023. The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Timothy Sam said the deceased was approximately between the age of 20 and 30.
Sam further said the deceased was wearing a dark blue pyjama top and trouser, as well as black slipper shoes. He added that, the police request the assistance of the public in identifying the deceased.
“Anyone with information is urged to visit Galeshewe SAPS or contact Detective Sergeant Chrisna Vonwillieg at 082 469 0547 or 08600 10111 or via the MySAPS App. All information will be treated confidentially.
“The police have opened a case of inquest,” said Sam.
A man (31) has been sentenced to 15 years for murder by the Upington Regional Court on 19 December 2023. The ZF Mgcawu District police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela said on 20 March 2021, the deceased, Max Loittering (66) was sitting together with the accused, Ryno Davids (31) at a residence in Straussburg. Masegela said an argument ensued between the two.
“The accused stood up and stabbed the deceased with a knife in his neck. The deceased was transported to hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival.
“Davids was arrested and convicted for murder. He was sentenced to 15 years imprisonment by the Upington Regional Court. The Management of the South African Police Service in the ZF Mgcawu District welcomed the sentence,” said Masegela.
Meanwhile, the Mgcawu District Police Commissioner, Major General Thabo Mphuthi, applauded the Investigation Officer, Sergeant Vanessa Van Der Westhuisen for the excellent investigation that secured the conviction.
Picture: Vehicles involved in a car accident/Generic
By OBAKENG MAJE
As the peak of the festive season is underway, many holiday makers are travelling to various destinations across the country, thus an influx of motorists is expected and unfortunately the possibility of the occurrence of road accidents.
Now, the Northern Cape police spokesperson, Sergeant Timothy Sam said, when involved in an accident, motorists or witnesses must establish the seriousness of the accident. Sam further said if serious where the drivers, passengers or pedestrians have been killed or seriously injured, the police must be contacted immediately and the emergency services also activated.
“If it is a minor or less serious accident and vehicles can move, parties must clear the road and report the accident to the nearest police station within 24 hours. Parties involved must exchange information for easy reference with the police or for insurance purposes.
“The police will document the incident, including taking photographs of the scene, completing an Accident Report (AR) form for each driver or pedestrian reporting an accident in accordance with the SAPS regulations,” he said.
Sam added that, the police will open a case docket when a person is killed, seriously injured or when a government vehicle is involved as well as when a serious offence is committed.
He said the public can report an accident at any police station even if it occurred in another station precinct.
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