Johannesburg – A man was killed and eight others were injured when a bakkie they were travelling in was hit by a bus in Lehae, near Lenasia, south of Johannesburg, paramedics said on Saturday.

The man’s body was found on the side of Primrose drive. He had succumbed to his injuries, ER24 spokesman Russel Meiring said.

“It is believed the man was ejected from the bakkie in the collision.”

The driver of the bus apparently lost control of his vehicle, causing it to rear-end the bakkie. He then fled the scene.

The deceased and the eight others were all travelling in the bakkie, Meiring said.

The injured were treated on the scene before being taken to Baragwanath hospital for further treatment.

The cause of the accident was unclear.

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Johannesburg- The South African Men’s Under-17 team, Amajimbos played to a 1-1 draw against the Junior Chipolopolo at the Nkoloma Stadium, Lusaka Zambia.

The Zambians put South Africa under a lot of pressure in the first 20 minutes but failed to find the back of the net.

Amajimbos opened the scoring with a beautiful header from Liam Jordan following a well-taken a corner kick. The South Africans kept the Zambians on the back foot with speedy runs from the midfield. Eventually found themselves vulnerable at the back allowing the Zambians an opportunity to equalize with a long range shot from Patson Daka.

In the second half the Junior Chipolopolo pressed hard on the South Africans but yet again their finishing disappointed. The match ended level and Amajimbos coach Molefi Ntseki said he was happy with the output on the day.

“We are on track with our preparations for Niger,” said Ntseki. “We only had 14 players to choose from today as many are nursing minor injuries, and I am impressed with the boys’ performance. Yes there is still a long way to go before they boys understand what I want from them, but today was very encouraging.”

Ntseki added; “We are very glad that Zambia agreed to play us today, for many of the boys they have now seen what will be expected of them at the CAF 2015 African Youth Championships, and as small as they are we have a way of dealing with the physical aspect of the opponent like we did today.”

Amajimbos will return to South Africa on Sunday afternoon to continue their preparations for the 2015 AYC. Then they will travel to Abuja, Nigeria for a friendly next Saturday 17 January 2015.

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Johannesburg – EFF leader Julius Malema has warned that his party will disrupt President Jacob Zuma’s State of the Nation address, if the leader does not appear before Parliament for a question and answer session, the City Press reported on Sunday.

Malema sent a two-page letter to Parliamentary Speaker Baleka Mbete requesting that a special sitting of the National Assembly be held before the opening of Parliament on February 12.

Malema wanted Zuma to conclude a previous question and answer session that was aborted five months ago following disruptions.

“Please note that failure to accomodate our request will give us no other option but to insist that President Jacob Zuma answer the questions (during) the state of the nation address,” said Malema in the statement.

On August 21 last year, pandemonium broke out when EFF MPs banged on their desks and chanted “Pay Back the Money”, Ä in relation to the Nkandla controversy – disrupting Zuma’s replies to questions.

At the time, many opposition parties expressed disatisfaction with how Zuma had answered questions related to the R246 million spent on security upgrades to his private Nkandla residence in KwaZulu-Natal.

In December, the High Court in Cape Town, however, lifted sanctions against 20 suspended EFF MPs that had been imposed following the incident.

Mbete’s spokeswoman Mandlakazi Sicgawu confirmed to the newspaper that the letter had been received and said it was receiving attention.

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Johannesburg – Bafana Bafana produced an inspired performance in the second half to earn a 1-1 draw against Cameroon in the Gabonese capital of Libreville as they continue preparations for the Africa Cup of Nations 2015.

Cameroon were quick off the blocks in the first and almost grabbed the opening goal shortly after kick-off but Brilliant Khuzwayo was on the mark to smother the danger.

The Indomitable Lions were then awarded a free-kick just on the edge of the box and Vincent Aboubacar fired Cameroon into the lead on the 7^th minute with a great strike that gave goalkeeper Khuzhwayo no chance.

The Cameroonians used their physique to their advantage as they bullied Bafana Bafana off the ball but the second half was completely different ball game altogether as the South Africans used their speed and skill to great effect.

There was a bit of scare for Bafana Bafana in the first half as Andile Jali was stretched off with an injury but the tenacious midfielder shrugged the setback off and was soon back on the field.

Bafana Bafana came close to grabbing the equaliser seven minutes before the break but Parker’s effort went just wide as the Cameroonians held on for a slender first half lead.

It was a much improved display by Bafana Bafana in the second half as they started probing the Cameroon defence. A brilliant run down the right ended with Matlaba’s fine strike fisted away by the Cameroon keeper on 56 minutes. Then Jali saw his thumping shot cleared for a corner.

But with Bafana Bafana buzzing, it was just a question of time before they found that elusive equaliser.

Sibusiso Vilakazi proved to be an inspired substitute as he brought Bafana Bafana back on level terms on the 77^th minute. If the Cameroon goal was brilliant, well Vilakazi’s effort was simply outstanding as he beat the Cameroon defence before planting the ball into the net.

It could have been advantage Bafana Bafana moments later following a great run by Phala on the left but his cross into the box could not find a yellow Bafana Bafana shirt.

The match was part of preparations for the CAF Orange Africa Cup of Nations Equatorial Guinea 2015 tournament which starts from 17 January to 8 February. It also afforded the Bafana Bafana technical staff the opportunity to try out new combinations. Mashaba made six changes to the squad that defeated Zambia 1-0 on 4 January at Orlando Stadium.

Khuzwayo was in the starting line-up ahead of Darren Keet in goals while the coaches only made one change at the back with Eric Mathoho rested and Thulani Hlatshwayo given the run alongside Rivaldo Coetzee, Anele Ngcongca and Thabo Matlaba.

Andile Jali and Dean Furman, who was appointed captain for this match, made their return to the starting line-up after missing out due to injury and club commitments respectively. Themba Zwane replaced Mandla Masango while Oupa Manyisa was the only player who retained his place in the middle of the park.

Tokelo Rantie spearheaded the Bafana Bafana attack alongside Bernard Parker, who came on for Bongani Ndulula.

Bafana Bafana will continue their preparations for the AFCON 2015 with another friendly match against Mali on Wednesday.

Meanwhile, goalkeeper Darren Keet has been given leave of absence from the Bafana Bafana camp to be with his wife, who is expecting their first child. He left for Belgium after the match against Cameroon and will return to camp on Monday, 12 January.

Also leaving the Bafana Bafana camp is Patrick Phungwayo due to injury and his replacement will be named in due course.

South Africa: Brilliant Khuzwayo (GK), Anele Ngcongca, Thabo Matlaba, Rivaldo Coetzee, Thulani Hlatshwayo, Dean Furman, Andile Jali, Oupa Manyisa, Themba Zwane, Tokelo Rantie, Bernard Parker

Subs: Jackson Mabokgwane (GK), Darren Keet (GK), Eric Mathoho, Siyabonga Nhlapho, Mandla Masango, Thuso Phala, Reneilwe Letsholonyane, Thamsanqa Sangweni, Bongani Zungu, Sibusiso Vilakazi, Bongani Ndulula.

Withdrawn from squad due to injury: Patrick Phungwayo

Cameroon: 16-Fabrice Ondoa, 12-Henri Bedimo, 21-Aurelien Chedjou, 9-Franck Bagnack , 5-Jerome Guihoata, 14-Georges Mandjeck, 4-Raoul Loe, 7-Clinton N’die, 15-Francis Etoundi, 11-Edgar Salli, 10-Vincent Aboubacar.

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Bafana Bafana coach Ephraim Shakes Mashaba has named the starting eleven that will face Cameroon in an international friendly match scheduled for Saturday, 10 January 2015.

The match will be played at Stade L’amitie in Libreville, Gabon.

Kick-off is at 21h00 (SA time).

The match is part of preparations for the CAF Orange Africa Cup of Nations Equatorial Guinea 2015 tournament which starts from 17 January to 8 February.

In an effort to check out final combinations for AFCON 2015, Mashaba has made six changes to the squad that defeated Zambia 1-0 last weekend (Sunday, 4 January) at Orlando Stadium in Soweto.

Brilliant Khuzwayo takes the place of Darren Keet in goals.

There is only one change in the rear guard – Eric Mathoho makes way for Thulani Hlatshwayo, alongside Rivaldo Coetzee, Anele Ngcongca and Thabo Matlaba.

Andile Jali, who was rested in the last match due to injury, and Dean Furman, who was not available because of club commitments, return to the midfield ahead of Reneilwe Letsholonyane and Thamsanqa Sangweni, while Themba Zwane replaces Mandla Masango. Oupa Manyisa is the only player who retains his place in the middle of the park.

Upfront, Tokelo Rantie will partner with Bernard Parker, who comes in for Bongani Ndulula.

Patrick Phungwayo will not be part of the match day squad as he has been withdrawn from the team due to a knee injury.

“We are going into this match with our focus on the big picture, which is the tournament. I have made changes for various reasons. Firstly, to see what some combinations can give us as we prepare for AFCON 2015. Also, we want see what some players can give us when facing such nations as Cameroon more so because we will not have Mathoho and Letsholonyane in the opening match due to suspensions.

“There is also the question of readiness for the whole team – how far are with our preparations. There is no friendly match in international football so we expect a tough match but I believe the boys will come to the party and perform well,” said Mashaba.

The Bafana Bafana mentor will name the captain shortly before the match.

SA XI vs Cameroon: Brilliant Khuzwayo (GK), Anele Ngcongca, Thabo Matlaba, Rivaldo Coetzee, Thulani Hlatshwayo, Dean Furman, Andile Jali, Oupa Manyisa, Themba Zwane, Tokelo Rantie, Bernard Parker

Subs: Jackson Mabokgwane (GK), Darren Keet (GK), Eric Mathoho, Siyabonga Nhlapho, Mandla Masango, Thuso Phala, Reneilwe Letsholonyane, Thamsanqa Sangweni, Bongani Zungu, Sibusiso Vilakazi, Bongani Ndulula

Withdrawn from squad due to injury: Patrick Phungwayo

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Johannesburg -Gauteng police said on Saturday that no arrests have been made a farm attack on an elderly couple in Lindley, near Muldersdrift.

Lt-Col Lungelo Dlamini said investigations into the murder and assault of an elderly man, the assault of his wife and robbery of their house continued.

“I can’t anymore,” were the last words Charles Henderson, 61, said to his wife Jenna, 60, before he died, Beeld reported on Saturday.

The couple were tied with their backs to each other after men stormed their house on Thursday night after 11pm.

Beeld reported that Henderson heard the dog barking outside and when he went to investigate he was attacked with a shovel and a brick.

Jenna Henderson struggled for three hours after her husband died to get loose.

Their son-in-law Paul Orffer said Charles Henderson lost a lot of blood and died for R600, cellphones, a TV, DVD player and an iPad.

Orffer said his father-in-law was hit over the head with a brick a couple of metres from the kitchen door and dragged inside, while his mother-in-law was kicked in the head and hit.

He said a man was arrested after being traced with the iPad, but Dlamini denied anyone had been arrested. – Sapa

Cape Town – President Jacob Zuma received a hero’s welcome from about 40 000 ANC supporters at the Cape Town Stadium on Saturday as the party feted it’s 103rd anniversary on opposition turf. Zuma and ANC deputy president Cyril Ramaphosa did a lap of the stadium and waved to supporters before the formal programme kicked off around noon with the national anthem and prayers.

A praise singer told the crowd he needed to exorcise the spirit of Dutch coloniser Jan van Riebeeck before the rally could get underway. “I have to clear the spirit of Jan van Riebeeck from this place first.”

On Friday night, at an ANC fundraiser, Zuma had revisited the country’s colonial history, telling some of the country’s wealthiest “all the trouble began” in 1652 when Van Riebeeck landed in the Cape. He went on to say the African National Congress had a superior claim to power to other political parties because it was formed by a united front of the country’s indigenous people to vanquish white colonial rule.

– Sapa