BY REGINALD KANYANE

South African football loving fans continue to rally behind their teams in the 2017 Carling Black Label Champion Cup Campaign. Supporters of Kaizer Chiefs and Orlando Pirates have cast over 6,3 million votes to date.

Both teams are starting to take shape with two weeks left for players who are currently not in pole position to make late advancements, but it all boils down to the Champion Coaches’ selections.

For this year’s campaign football loving fans have been tasked with choosing the formation for their sides and both supporters of the mighty Amakhosi and the Buccaneers have so far chosen the tried and trusted 4-4-2 for the clash at the FNB Stadium on Saturday, 29 July 2017.

Over the last two weeks, the two teams have been active in the transfer market providing fans with exciting players to choose from. If Champion Coaches would like to see the new signees showcase their skills in this pre-season showpiece they may effectively do so as all newly recruited players are included in the voting system.

Kaizer Chiefs’ latest signing is versatile forward Bhongolethu Jayiya, who played a huge role in Cape Town City’s fairytale season under coach Eric Tinkler. Jayiya can play the position of either a winger or a forward who created headlines last season when he scored the fastest hat-trick in Premier Soccer League history.

If pace and skill is what supporters would like to add to their starting-eleven, then Jayiya could be that much-needed link in the Kaizer Chiefs attacking unit.

Newly signed Midfielder Philani Zulu could also provide Champion Coaches with the much-needed attacking qualities, as he frequently scores and creates goals.

Amakhosi recently signed Zimbabwean international defender Teenage Hadebe, on the defensive side. Hadebe comes with a fine pedigree as an experienced Warriors star who could further assist in solidifying the defence.

Meanwhile, Orlando Pirates have made a major signing of their own, bringing Thami Sangweni to the club to add some steel to their midfield and attacking potential.

In hope of steering The Sea Robbers to right direction, the Bafana international is sets to forge a strong alliance with the likes of Oupa Manyisa, Mpho Makola and Issa Sarr.

These changes to the teams not only provide Consumer Coaches with the chance to change their starting line-up, but also their formations if they believe the new arrivals can give them other options.

Potential Champion Coaches who are over the age of 18 can stand a chance of winning the Carling Black Label Champion Cup match day experience where two lucky fans will join their favourite team in training, sit in the pre-match briefing and be part of the technical set-up on match day.

If either set of Champion Coaches want to make changes to their side ahead of the 2017 Carling Black Label Champion Cup, they can do so by purchasing a Carling Black Label beer and dialing *120*660*.

They then enter their unique underliner code and then#.  Entry is FREE on USSD or they can go to www.carlingblacklabel.co.za.

Voting for the 2017 Carling Champion Cup closes at midnight on Tuesday, 25^th July 2017.

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BY KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

MEC for Community Safety and Transport Management department, Dr Mpho Motlhabane will embark on rigorous effort to fight crime through Letsema campaign at Groot Marico on Thursday.

The department spokesperson, Thabo Sematle said Motlhabane will be part of the team that will de-bush the area identified as crime hotspot.

“The campaign was initiated due to crime trends and patterns observed. The bushed area leads to the increased level occurrences of crime in the area. It is on this basis that the department embark on De-bushing Letsema Projects as part of Mandela activities.

“It is part of our Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED). This is an approach used in an attempt to reduce the potential opportunity for crime to persist. It also enhances easy detection and identification of criminal activities,” he said.

Sematle added that the activity will commence at Venture village, in Groot Marico at 8am.

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LOCAL Government and Human Settlement department handed over three houses to elderly people in Taung. Those who benefited said they are grateful that their dignities were restored.

One of the beneficiaries, Joseph Moreetsi (76) said he shared a mud house with his wife, Sylvia for most part of his life.

“I used to live in fear knowing that this mud house might collapse at any time. There was a time where the other part of the house collapsed after torrential rains,” Moreetsi said.

Other beneficiaries were France Saku (88), Motladilelo Kgautle (94) and Mosipidi Semino (47).

MEC for local government and human settlements department, Galaletsang Gaolaolwe said: “We have a responsibility to provide quality and decent houses to deprived people. We also want to ignite Madiba’s spirit of generosity and selflessness.

North West Premier’s wife, Kule Mahumapelo said older people play a significant role within the society. Mahumapelo further said intergenerational work is a great way to break down barriers between groups of people.

“We need to take care of our grandparents. The Grandparent’s Day initiative educates people on how to take care of elderly. Young people need to appreciate the experiences and skills of older people and vice versa so that we foster greater understanding between groups of people.

“There are still a significant number of older people living in poverty. With wealth inequality, comes health inequality. We will continue to assist government to fight against treble challenges like unemployment, inequality and poverty,” she said.

Mahumapelo added that older people have also contributed for many decades which are something which is often forgotten.

Source: Newsnote News Agency Network 

Kwaito star Sipho Charles Ndlovu, popularly known as Brickz, was found guilty of rape by the Roodepoort Magistrate’s Court on Friday afternoon.

The judgment was handed down by Magistrate John Baloyi following a three-year long trial battle.

Baloyi told a packed courtroom, which Sunday World attended, that Brickz was guilty as charged because he failed to convince the court that he did not commit the crime.

Brickz’s R50 000 bail was immediately revoked and was led down to the holding cells as he will remain in custody until his sentencing later this month.

The musician was arrested in November 2013 for allegedly raping a 16-year-old relative.

After spending a month behind bars, he was released on R50 000 bail after taking his application to the Johannesburg High Court.

Sentencing is expected to take place next week.

Source: http://www.sundayworld.co.za 

Parliament has announced that National Assembly Speaker Baleka Mbete has scheduled for the motion of no confidence in President Jacob Zuma to take place on 3 August 2017.

Source: http://www.ewn.co.za 

Johannesburg – President Jacob Zuma says the ANC will emerge from the policy conference much stronger and with solutions.
He was giving his keynote address at the ANC’s fundraising gala dinner in Nasrec on Thursday night.
Zuma, who arrived alongside his wife thanked the private sector for its continued support.
“While the ANC has sound policies, we must use the Policy Conference to find mechanisms to accelerate their effective implementation. That will be our main focus, to say how we can effectively implement our good policies,” he said, adding that despite the internal organisational challenges the movement faces, it was determined to attend address these challenges.
“We have set aside two days to focus on organisational renewal. South Africa needs a strong, united and focused ANC, and we have a duty to ensure that we resolve all challenges that hinder the ANC from fully fulfilling its role as the leader of society.”

He also said the ruling party had made significant strides in providing service delivery but added it had more work to do.

Meanwhile, ANC treasurer general Zweli Mkhize said the presidential gala dinner was a platform for businessman and women to continue supporting the ruling party.
“Tonight is about interacting with stakeholders who have supported us,” Mkhize said. He wouldn’t be drawn into revealing the cost of hosting the evening, which he says took a few weeks to organise, or the cost of the tables – which can go for millions depending on where you’re sitting.
“We’ve encouraged people to give what they can,” he said.
Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa was not in attendance as he was deployed to attend the funeral of late former Botswana President Ketumile Masire.
But all eyes will be on the real business on Friday when the conference kicks off.
The conference is billed as the biggest and most important gathering where ANC members will deliberate on the party’s policies.
Analysts have warned that the policy conference is also likely to be overshadowed by the succession debate and other issues such as State Capture.
Those who attended the dinner included, among others, ANC secretary general Gwede Mantshe, Minister of Women Susan Shabangu, Cosatu President S’dumo Dlamini and Minister of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Senzo Zokwana.

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BY BAKANG MOKOTO
MMABATHO Nursing College will resume its academic activities on Monday. 

The college was closed a month ago following a violent protest by bursary holders at the college.

The health department spokesperson, Tebogo Lekgethwane said: “The decision to resume academic activities at the college was taken on Thursday following a meeting with nursing bursary holders, parents of bursary holders, the department of health and nursing college management.
“The department will continue to create conducive learning environment at the college and urged bursary holders to work with college management on a catch-up plan to cover for lost time.”
Lekgethwane further said the department will increase monthly stipend by R1500. He said this will assist bursary holders to seek alternative accommodation while student accommodation at the college is being refurbished.
“The decision to increase stipend for bursary holders was motivated by the refusal to accept alternative accommodation organised by the department .
“We are committed to meet regularly with Student Representative Council (SRC)on issues affecting the college and bursary holders.
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BY KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

MMAMITLWA Primary School kids from North West, will benefit from a tour organised by Tourism department. The school emerged provincial winner of  the Danone Nations Cup competition.

Minister for Tourism, Tokozile Xasa said they have partnered with the South African Schools Football Association (SASFA).

The national finals of the under-12 Danone Nations Cup, the biggest soccer tournament for kids between 10 and 12 years old in the world, will take place on Saturday, and while for the teams the prize up for grabs is the national title and a trip to the competition’s world finals in New York in September. 

“The player of the tournament, and the player of the national finals and their families, will get fabulous prizes. The department of Tourism in conjunction with SANParks, in line with its policy of encouraging South Africans to develop a culture of taking holidays.

“We will be rewarding the two players with a trip to one of the  Department of Tourism’s National Parks. The prize includes a fully-paid trip for 2 parents and 4 kids,” Xasa said.

She said every team that competes in the national finals this year will spend an extra day in Joburg. Xasa further said the department has arranged a tour of the city for them the following day. 

“They will visit OR Tambo International airport, take a ride in the Gautrain, go on a tour of Soweto, visiting Hector Peterson Square and Vilakazi Street. They will drive past the Orlando Stadium and have a tour around the FNB stadium finally visiting  the Apartheid Museum and dinner at Gold Reef City.

“This is the second year that the department of Tourism has partnered with the SA Schools Football Association (SASFA). In 2016 all the Danone Nations Cup finalist teams visited the Cradle of Humankind.

“The national finals will take place at the WJ Clement Stadium, Reiger Park on Saturday. The gates will open at 9am with the action kicking off at 9.30. Apart from the soccer, the sponsors, Danone and Mille have arranged a range of fun activities and competitions on the adjacent fields where fans can win prizes such as Mille footwear and Danone products including Nutriday, Yogisip, Ultra Mel, DanUp, Nkomasi,” she said.  

There will also be industrial theatre performances teaching kids the importance of developing a healthy lifestyle and eating balanced meals.

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The provincial champion schools are:

Sekusile Primary School, Mpumalanga

Mophela Primary School, KwaZulu-Natal

Isaac Booi Senior Primary School, Eastern Cape

Phaphama Public School, Free State

Idas Valley Primary School, Western Cape

Haggai Independent School, Limpopo

Mmamitlwa Primary School, North West

Arcon Park Primary School, Gauteng

Bankara-Bodulong Intermediate School, Northern Cape.

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