Safa and Siyaya company partnership solid


Johannesburg- SAFA and SIYAYA would like to confirm that they have been meeting regularly in an effort to strengthen the relationship and build on the partnership that was concluded more than a year ago.

Following the conclusion of the first year, both parties wish to report that the partnership remains solid and is further strengthened by the ongoing collaborations to enhance it regularly for the benefit of both parties and their brands.

To this end, SAFA and SIYAYA are proud to announce an extension of the original agreement that will now run for a total of 10 years.

SAFA CEO Dennis Mumble said: “We value the commitment and support from SIYAYA over the past year and we look forward to the innovations that SIYAYA brings to the table in making the beautiful game accessible to the Rainbow Nation – as we together journey onwards.”

SIYAYA Chair, Dr Vuyo Mahlati said she was elated about recent developments which will enhance the relationship between SIYAYA and SAFA.

“As a game changer, the extension affords SIYAYATV the space to advance the offering with digitalised innovation and partnerships that benefit the customer. For us football is always about people, access, quality and affordability,” said Dr Mahlati.
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‘Creep’ arrested for flashing


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Pietermaritzburg – A Chasedene man has been arrested after he allegedly indecently exposed himself to a Grade 6 pupil last week.

The safety of children outside school gates is becoming a growing issue in ­Pietermaritzburg following the ­abduction and murder of 5-year-old Athandiwe Dumakude of Berg Street Primary in February this year.

Police spokesperson Constable Mthokozisi Ngobese said a 28-year-old man was arrested last Thursday after video footage outside Northern Park Primary School assisted police in ­identifying him. The man, whose ­identity is known to The Witness, cannot be named until he is asked to plead to the charges against him.

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‘Extremely aggressive’ armed men robbed staff at Wimpy in KZN


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Pietermaritzburg – The Church Street Wimpy in Pietermaritzburg was robbed of an undisclosed amount of money when two armed men entered the restaurant on Monday night.

Two men holding guns stormed the Wimpy and allegedly demanded that everyone lie down on the floor while an undisclosed amount of money was taken from the cash register.

A witness to the incident, who would not be named, said the men entered the shop holding what appeared to be hand guns and began screaming at the people inside the store to get down on the floor.

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Tsitsikamma residents ‘shocked’ by tourist’s rape


Eddie McAuley and his sniffer dog, Helda, on the trail of two men who allegedly raped an American tourist in the Tsitsikamma National Park. (Netwerk24)

Eddie McAuley and his sniffer dog, Helda, on the trail of two men who allegedly raped an American tourist in the Tsitsikamma National Park. (Netwerk24)

Port Elizabeth- The 47-year-old American teacher was jogging along a popular hiking trail at about midday on Sunday when two men, aged 25 and 26, allegedly overpowered her and dragged her into bushes before raping her.

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Molefe: Total blackouts of the question


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Eskom’s acting CEO Brian Molefe says there is absolutely no chance South Africa could experience a total blackout.

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Bafana win against Angola in a friendly


May Mahlangu (15) of South Africa celebrates after Thamsanqa Gabuza of South Africa scores during the international friendly between South Africa and Angola at Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town on 16 June 2015  ©Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

May Mahlangu (15) of South Africa celebrates after Thamsanqa Gabuza of South Africa scores during the international friendly between South Africa and Angola at Cape Town Stadium, Cape Town on 16 June 2015 ©Ryan Wilkisky/BackpagePix

Bafana Bafana beat Angola 2-1 in their international friendly at a wet and cold Cape Town Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

Shakes Mashaba had made four changes to the side that drew 0-0 with Gambia in a 2017 Africa Cup of Nations qualifier at the weekend, with Patrick Phungwayo, Clayton Daniels, Bongani Zungu and Jabulani Shongwe coming into the side.

It seemed to pay off as the hosts dominated the early exchanges – without creating too many opportunities – but it was the visitors who would take the lead.

It came on 19 minutes courtesy of a stunning 25-yard strike from Mfutila, which leaft Itumeleng Khune with no chance as it bounced in off the underside of the bar. This after Bongani Zungu lost possession in midfield.

Thamsanqa Gabuza then missed two gilt-edged chances – first from a header and then mis-controlling with just the goalkeeper to beat after some fantastic skill by Thulani Serero.

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Kaizer “blown away” by Komphela


Steve Komphela, coach of Kaizer Chiefs with Kaizer Chiefs Chairman, Kaizer Motaung during the Absa Premiership 2014/15 Kaizer Chiefs Press Conference at Chiefs Village, Johannesburg on the 17 June 2015  ©Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

Steve Komphela, coach of Kaizer Chiefs with Kaizer Chiefs Chairman, Kaizer Motaung during the Absa Premiership 2014/15 Kaizer Chiefs Press Conference at Chiefs Village, Johannesburg on the 17 June 2015 ©Muzi Ntombela/BackpagePix

Kaizer Motaung says he was “blown away” by Steve Komphela’s successful bid for the Kaizer Chiefs job.

Chiefs on Wednesday unveiled Komphela as their new coach on a three-year contract.

The former Maritzburg United mentor replaced Stuart Baxter, who led Amakhosi to a League and MTN8 double this past season prior to joining Turkish side Genclerbirligi.

“Three weeks ago we bid farewell to an extraordinary coach,” Motaung said.

“We got a lot of CVs from all over but mainly from the national team coaches.

“I look at Steve as a coach, not as a black coach. His presentation blew me away.

“I am fully confident, that with the experience he’s gathered over the years, he deserves this platform.

“We welcome him back to the Kaizer Chiefs Village, he was once a player and also an assistant coach.

“The mandate is to continue the Kaizer Chiefs’ legacy of winning.”

The club’s football manager Bobby Motaung added: “We had about 25 to 30 applicants [for the job] … Steve Komphela was tops in terms of the criteria.”

Komphela represented Chiefs in defence during his playing days, while he was an assistant coach to Muhsin Ertugral at Naturena from 2000 to 2002.

The 47-year-old has also had stints in charge of Free State Stars, Platinum Stars and Bafana Bafana (caretaker boss in 2012).

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Man jailed for insulting national flag


Istanbul – A Turkish man was handed a prison sentence of 13 year and nine month for insulting the national flag during a protest in the predominantly-Kurdish south-east of the country, local media reported on Friday.

Prosecutors had accused the man of carrying out the act in the name of a terrorist organisation, the state-run Anadolu news agency reported. The defendant denied the charges.
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Motorcyclist killed in Durban crash


Durban – A motorcyclist was killed when he lost control of his bike on the M19 near Blair Atholl in Durban on Tuesday, paramedics said.

“Crisis Medical paramedics arrived on scene shortly after the collision, however the gentleman had suffered extensive injuries and sadly there was nothing they could do for him. He was declared dead on arrival,” spokesperson Kyle van Reenen said.
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Not true that SA soldiers were held hostage in Sudan – SANDF


Johannesburg – The SA National Defence Force on Tuesday reacted with “utter dismay” to reports that its troops in Sudan where “held hostage” during a court bid to have President Omar al-Bashir arrested while he was in South Africa.

“There is no iota of truth in these allegations. There is equally no substance to support these allegations. The SANDF did not come under any threat during this period,” it said in a statement.
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