Premier Modise commends arrest of six policemen for alleged involvement in business robberies


Ruatenburg- The arrest of six North West policemen for allegations of involvement in business robberies around Rustenburg should restore the confidence of the public in the ability of the police to cleanse themselves of rogue elements within the police service, Premier Thandi Modise said on Monday.

“The involvement of police in crime undermines the confidence that the public has on law enforcement hence we commend intensified efforts to uproot elements within the police service involved in crime. There should be no place in the police service for those who run with the hares and hunt with the hounds,” said Premier Modise in commenting police for the arrests.
Modise said that the arrests of four Tlhabane detectives and two crime intelligence officers who appeared in the Rustenburg Magistrate Court on Monday after their arrest in two unrelated cases separate incidents over the weekend marks the highlight of the success of the festive season operation duty calls which did not give criminals breathing space.

The six were remanded in police custody pending their next court appearance for formal bail application.

Meanwhile, Premier Modise has also called for an investigation into the circumstance surrounding the accidental shooting of a member of the police service by a colleague during a raid at a robbery suspect’s house in Lefaragatlhe near Tlhabane.-TDN
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Komphela joins Maritzburg United


JOHANNESBURG – Maritzburg United have confirmed the appointment of Steve Komphela as head coach following the sacking of Clinton Larsen last week. 
Komphela, who signed a two–and–a–half year deal with the team, says he is looking forward to managing in the PSL again following his sacking from the Free State Stars in December.
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Pirates Get Ready For Supersport United

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Johannesburg-News reaching the Siya crew is that, Orlando Pirates, will resume training on Tuesday as they prepare for next week’s Absa Premiership clash against SuperSport United. 

Pirates PRO, Mickey Modisane, confirmed to the Siya crew that the Buccaneers will resume training on Tuesday.

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No well-paid jobs for matriculants- report

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Johannesburg – Matriculants hoping to increase their job prospects should look to train further after school, trade union Solidarity said on Monday.

 

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Premier Modise appeals for support for learners who wrote matric

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North West Premier Thandi Modise has ahead of the announcement of the provincial matric results appealed for learners who had written their matric in 2013 to be given support irrespective of the results they would have obtained.

“We wish those who have passed all of the best in their career choices and those who did not make it not to give up. Our youth is our future in whom we have invested our hope and aspirations. We believe in them to overcome their anxiety, hurdles and to seize opportunities availed for them to pursue further studies as they focus on a future that is ahead of them,” said Premier Modise.

The Premier is scheduled to deliver the keynote address and co-officiate with the MEC for Education and Training, Wendy Matsemela at the official announcement of to be held at the Royal Ballroom South Conference Hall at Sun City at 10:00 am tomorrow 7 January 2013.-TDN

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All Bafana Bafana players in camp

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Bafana Bafana will have a full complement of players when they have their training session this afternoon (Monday, 6 January 2014) at the Santos training field in Landsdowne starting at 16h00.

This comes after the arrival of four Kaizer Chiefs players as well as Moeneeb Josephs from Bidvest Wits.

The quartet – Itumeleng Khune, Bernard Parker, Siphiwe Tshabalala and Tefu Mashamaite – and Josephs are currently undergoing medicals in Cape Town as required by the tournament.

Head coach Gordon Igesund is still contemplating a replacement for the injured Tsepo Masilela from Chiefs, who has since been withdrawn from the squad.-TDN
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DA: Thandi Modise insults the North West

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By Obakeng Maje
Mahikeng-Premier Thandi Modise’s excuses for buying a R1.3 million BMW 750i is a slap in the face for the people of North West, says DA Chris Hattingh.

Three months ago, Finance Minister Pravin Gordhan promised South Africans that government would spend less on wasteful and luxurious items like expensive cars and alcohol.

“Premier Modise simply ignored the new policy and bought herself the most expensive car she could find. Her excuse that the car had been ordered before Minister Gordhan’s announcement is complete nonsense.
All it would have taken to cancel the order is one phone call to the dealer in Mahikeng. Instead, Premier Modise went through with it, even after the Treasury suggested a more affordable BMW 530 instead” Hattingh said.

According to DA politicians in President Zuma’s ANC always go for the most expensive and luxurious option at the tax payers’ expense and it must stop.

“This waste cannot continue while people live in poverty without proper service delivery. The Premier must appear before the North West Provincial Public Accounts Committee to explain her decision to buy the car” concludes Chris Hattingh.-TDN
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Taung taxi-owner granted R5000 bail

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By Obakeng Maje
Taung-A 33 year-old Taung taxi-owner, Xolani Lloyd Nkonyane granted aa bail of R5000 by Taung Magistrate Court on Monday.

Nkonyane was subsequently arrested a month ago after he was implicated in a business robbery.

A Taung prominent businessman will reports at Taung Police Station on Monday and Friday weekly until his next court appearance on 12 February 2014.

Nkonyane was arrested after a Chinese shop was robbed in Molelema village, near Taung.

Five suspects allegedly entered a Chinese shop and threatened the owner by guns.

Airtime vouchers, groceries and undisclosed amount of money were robbed.

The community members helped on the chase after the owner of the shop screamed for a help.

The shoot-outs occurred and police were called.

Suspects were allegedly cornered at Picong village and four of them managed to escape leaving Nkonyane behind.

He was arrested and charged with attempted murder, business robbery and being in possession of firearm and ammunitions.

Nkonyane had previous cases where he was aquitted.

Police investigation continues and will be back again on the 12 February 2014.-TDN
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Igesund happy with players work out


Bafana Bafana players have been given the afternoon off after two grueling training sessions in Cape Town on Saturday (4 January 2014) and Sunday (5 January).

 

They will report back for duty on Sunday evening.

 

Head coach Gordon Igesund took the players through their paces at the Santos training fields in Lansdowne, Cape Town and was impressed with the work.

 

“I am expecting the Kaizer Chiefs players tonight and we have a lot of work to do in a short space of time. At the moment we are doing the best we can but the players are looking good and raring to go. They are really working hard because they are aware of what is expected of them. They look very confident, and it would be great for the rest of the players to join up with the national team so I can work with the full team,” said Igesund after Sunday’s training session.

 

The players too are eager to get on with the tournament.

 

‘It is always a great feeling to represent your country and I am happy to be here. If you look at the players you can seen they want do to well for South Africa. It is a big tournament for us local-based players and we want to show everyone what we are capable of doing. We intend to do well, very well and we are really looking forward to the start of the tournament. There is a lot of confidence in the team and the mood is high. As hosts we are expected to go all the way and that is our focus,” said Mamelodi Sundowns midfielder Hlompho Kekana.

 

Bafana Bafana will have their next training session on Monday morning (6 January).-TDN
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Taung taxi owner back in court for bail application


By Obakeng Maje
Taung-A 33 year-old taxi-owner, Xolani Nkonyana who was arrested after armed robbery in Molelema village, near Taung will be back in court for formal bail application.

Nkonyana was arrested after they allegedly robbed a chinese shop and took airtime vouchers, groceries and undisclosed amount of money.

Police were called after community members chased after the robbers and a shoot-out took place. No one was injured in the process and five suspects were alleged cornered at Picong village, but four of them managed to escape.

Nkonyana was arrested and his cellphone was consficated for further investigations.

According to Nkonyane, he was not part of robbery as he was hired to transport people to Molelema with his taxi and was suprised after he was followed by contigent of police.

He was subsequently arrested and will apply for bail today.-TDN
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