Monna wa dingwaga di le 28, o solofetswe go tlhagelela ka borepana kwa kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung fa Seetebosigo a tlhola matsatsi a le 27, mono ngwaga. Seno se tla morago ga ma gatwe a gore, Keorapetse John Teele, a itatlhele kwa seteisheneg sa go vouta kwa sekolong se se golwane sa St Paul’s ka Laboraro a sa memiwa.
Go begwa fa Teele a ne dirisa dikgoka go kopana le mokapelo wa gagwe (36), morago ga gore ba nne le thefosano ya mafoko mo mosong wa letsatsi leo. Go begwa fa mokapelo wa ga Teele, ene ele motsamaise mogolo wa Independent Electoral Commission (IEC presiding officer) ka motlha wa tiragalo e.
Go ya ka bo marata-helele, go begwa fa Teele yo o fitlhetseng fa gone go balwa divouto, a ne a tshwerwe sebetsa sengwe, mme maikaelelo a gagwe ene ele go ntsha mokapelo wa gagwe dikgobalo.
Fela, sepodisi se ile sa tsereganya ka nako, mme sa laela Teele gore a ba tswele ka dikgoro, gonne go sa letlelelwa batho ba eseng badiri ba IEC, kgotsa baemedi ba makoko a sepolotiki (party agents).
Kgabagare, sebueledi sa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Warrant Officer, Tryphosa van Rooyen are: “Ke nnete sepodisi se butse kgetsi kgatlhanong le Teele, mme o tla tlhagelela kwa kgotlhatshekelo ka 27 Seetebosigo 2024.”
The residents of Vaaltyn village in Taung have applauded the North West Department of Health for coming up with innovative models in addressing their healthcare needs. This comes after the department brought a mobile healthcare clinic to the area on a weekly basis.
A week ago, the irked residents embarked on a poor service delivery protest, amongst others, demanding a mobile clinic.
One of the community leaders, Keabetswe Modisaotsile said it has been a while since the mobile clinic visited their area. Modisaotsile further said a mobile clinic plays a pivotal role and reduces health disparities, especially among disenfranchised community members.
“We are now happy that vulnerable individuals in our area, including our elders with chronic illness, will have easy access to health facilities. For some people, mobile health clinics are the only means to lifesaving medical treatment.
“For many years, we had access to the mobile clinic only on a monthly basis. This has affected many livelihoods because most residents seeking medical attention have to either go to Reivilo or Mokgareng village,” she said.
Modisaotsile added that affordable healthcare may not be possible without mobile clinic services in their area. She said it is worrisome to see vulnerable people with low-income, continue to face disproportionately negative health outcomes.
Meanwhile, the North West Department of Health’s District Director in Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Abednego Mvula said: “We have learned with shock that the mobile point at Vaaltyn village is not rendering services to the community. The opening and closing of health facilities is strictly the authority of the North West MEC for Health, Madoda Sambatha and not officials.
“The district has immediately reinstated the services at Vaaltyn. These services will be rendered on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The district has launched an investigation to determine the remedial course of action to be taken against any official for wrongdoing.”
Mvula said the community is further advised to always report inadequacies in service delivery to the district for immediate intervention. He said the department profusely apologise for the lack of services in the area and will uphold a high quality service delivery at this mobile point.
“Regular monitoring and evaluation will be done to establish whether a fixed clinic is required to be prioritised for the Vaaltyn community,” said Mvula.
Picture: The former Meat Brothers Pub owner, Tshwaro Mangwegape/Facebook
By OBAKENG MAJE
A murder and attempted murder case against the former Meat Brothers Pub owner, Tshwaro Mangwegape (41), is expected to resume today at Taung Magistrate’s Court. Mangwegape, who is out on R5000 bail, is accused of shooting and killing the NWU Soccer Institute player, Undivile “Vilo” Mdi (28) and injuring his friend, Aobakwe Ernest Kokwe (33).
On 17 December 2023, Mdi and Kokwe were amongst patrons who visited the establishment that was full to capacity. It is alleged that the security guards refused entry to patrons who did not have Identification Documents (IDs) and that led to a stampede.
Mdi and Kokowe allegedly tried to gain entry forcefully, but Mangwegape allegedly pulled out a gun and shot at them. Mdi was fatally shot, while his friend was rushed to the hospital with terrible gunshot wounds.
Mangwegape’s case was postponed, while the state is still waiting for ballistic test results.
Meanwhile, the ANCYL spokesperson in North West, Molebang Mohlomi said in a statement that, they condemn violence meted against patrons at the Meat Brothers. Mohlomi said it is alleged that security guards and bouncers unleashed live ammunition towards unarmed civilians, who were trying to gain access to the establishment.
“This barbaric behaviour bothers public safety. This shows how business owners lack respect for their clients. A clinical approach to review licences of public places must be applied to ensure those who are bestowed with the responsibility to protect patrons are PSIRA compliant.
“We have sent our heartfelt condolences to the families that have lost their loved ones. Equally so, we call upon law enforcement agencies to speedily resolve this brutish crime,” he said.
Picture: Prince Motaung has earned national colours in dance
By PHENYO MOKGOTHU
The North West University (NWU) alumnus and coach of the dance team at Mahikeng Campus, Prince Motaung, recently earned national Protea colours. Motaung will also manage and coach the dance team, Omphile Makhobosi and Palesa Mphela, who will represent South Africa at the World Dance Sport Federation (WDSF) World Championship’s Under-21 Latin competition on 16 November 2024 in Salaspils, Latvia.
A former dancer himself, Prince boasts an impressive collection of over 200 trophies, more than 150 medals, and various certificates from his six-year dancing career. His notable achievements include winning second place in his section at the 2019 University Sports South Africa (USSA) Annual Dance Tournament, securing first position in the overall opening act out of 22 universities, and achieving third place in the overall tournament, which included both formation and team match categories.
Reflecting on his recent accolade, Prince says receiving national colours is one of the most significant moments in his dancing career.
“Not only does this validate how good we are in the sport, but it also acknowledges our hard work. It has not been easy being one of the youngest coaches in ballroom and Latin dance, however, this milestone has opened so many doors for my and my team’s dancing career,” he said.
Motaung’s achievements highlight his dedication and talent in the dance sport arena, serving as an inspiration for both current and future dancers.
Picture: A house allegedly used as haven by criminals/Supplied
By REGINALD KANYANE
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) in Northern Cape said it has recently launched a progressive arm that aims to bring the organisation closer to communities through engagements outside the parameters of the courts.
The Prosecution Manager in the Northern Cape Division, Advocate Mpho Tau said the Community Prosecution(CP) initiative’s objective is to collaborate with various stakeholders to resolve and prevent crime at grassroots levels.
Tau said through the CP programmes, the NPA has been able to host dialogues, outreach events, activations, radio talk shows, television shows and other face-to-face programs with different sectors of the communities.
“During one of these community outreaches in Galeshewe Township, in Kimberley, the community informed us that, there was an abandoned house notoriously known as the Colour Block, which was in a dilapidated state on Hulana Street, Galeshewe, near the City of Kimberley.
“The information received was that many of the wanted criminals would evade arrest and hide at the Colour Block, while continuing to terrorise the community. As part of remedying the situation, we engaged with the owners of the house on how to best assist them with this structure that had become a dangerous haven for criminals,” he said.
He further said the family taking into consideration the safety of their community agreed to have the dilapidated structure demolished, not taking away any right they have to the ERF. Tau added that the NPA through the CP further engaged with the Sol Plaatje Local Municipality in Kimberley regarding the use of the demolishing machinery.
“On 30 May 2024, the house was demolished. NPA continues to serve the communities by ensuring justice for the victims of crime by prosecuting without fear, favour, and prejudice,” he said.
A man (38) who posted on his social media page alleging that some people were planning to assassinate the president of Republic of South Africa, Cyril Ramaphosa during his visit to De Aar on Human Rights Day celebrations, was sentenced to five years imprisonment. Elrico Kaizer Kasper was sentenced by the De Aar Regional Court for cyber fraud.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in Northern Cape, Mojalefa Senokoatsane said: “A disruptive operation consisting of the Hawks Serious Organised Crime Investigation team and Crime Intelligence, was operationalised and the team located the said accused.
“Kasper was then taken in for questioning and he admitted to having posted such, citing the frustration of unemployment. He made numerous court appearances until his sentencing.”
Senokoatsane said the NPA welcomed the sentencing of the accused and hoped this sentence will work as a deterrent to other perpetrators of cybercrimes. He said it is important that people should be aware that the dissemination of false information through social media platforms will lead to people being prosecuted.
Meanwhile, the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation Provincial Head, Major General Steven Mabuela, congratulated the team including the prosecution team for the sterling work done.
The Confederation of African Football (CAF) and the South African Football Association (SAFA), will in the coming week host a Club Licensing Online Platform (CLOP) workshop. The seminar will take place in Johannesburg from 4-6 June 2024.
Clubs from the Premier Soccer League (PSL) and the Hollywoodbets Super League will attend the workshop, which will mainly focus on the in-depth training sessions for users of the platform.
The general objectives of the workshop are training of the users for the CLOP, present the CAF Club Licensing regulatory framework (edition 2022) for men and women and explanation of mandatory criteria for the domestic and continental competitions.
SAFA President Dr Danny Jordaan, will open the workshop and it will also be attended by the SAFA CEO, Lydia Monyepao, her PSL counterpart Mato Madlala and the CAF Head of Professional Football, Muhammad Sidat.
“I am looking forward to welcoming all participants to this important and informative club licensing workshop. In this modern world we live in, it is important for all clubs to keep up with the modern trends,’’ said Jordaan.
We have just held a successful general election. Last week, over 16 million citizens cast their votes at more than 23,000 voting stations across the country. This was the most competitive election we have held since attaining democracy in 1994, with a record number of political parties on the ballot and independent candidates standing for the first time.
This election has been declared free and fair. It took place peacefully and without serious incidents of intimidation or violence. This is a credit to the Independent Electoral Commission, to the political parties and their leadership, and above all to the South African people.
By discharging this important civic duty, South Africans have done more than exercise their right to vote. They have shown that they continue to hold our democratic order and our Constitution in high regard.
This successful poll shows that our democracy is strong, that it is robust and that it endures.
This constitutional order is anchored in the rule of law, supported by institutions for advancing democracy, such as the Independent Electoral Commission, and upheld by an independent judiciary.
Since 1994 we have strived together to build a country that is democratic, prosperous and free, and this remains the defining mission of our nation. With us now having entered a new phase in our democratic journey, political parties will have to strive in earnest to find common ground as we work to rebuild our country.
Although every political party carries a mandate based on the commitments they made to the electorate, all parties share an over-arching mandate to build a country that is inclusive, united and prosperous.
This moment in our country calls for responsible leadership and constructive engagement. There can be no place for threats of violence or instability.
South Africans must stand firm against any attempts to undermine the constitutional order we have worked so hard to build, and for which so many struggled and sacrificed.
Whatever challenges we may face as political events unfold, they should be dealt with in a spirit of cooperation and in accordance with the prescripts of our Constitution and the rule of law.
Despite the mammoth logistical undertaking, and despite a number of challenges it faced, the Independent Electoral Commission once more acquitted itself with excellence, professionalism and integrity.
According to the results of the Election Satisfaction Survey conducted by the Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), the majority of voters surveyed expressed confidence in the IEC. Furthermore, the majority were also generally satisfied with the voting procedures, felt safe to cast their ballots in secrecy, and were confident that the election was free and fair.
Having achieved yet another milestone on our democratic journey, we should all take pride in our own contribution towards giving meaning to the values and principles of our constitutional democracy.
As we work as political parties to find each other across the divide in the coming weeks and months, let us demonstrate both in our actions and our utterances that we hold the Constitution and the rule of law to be paramount.
Let us remember that whatever authority, whatever power, we are entrusted with must be exercised to advance the interests of the South African people.
Now more than ever, we need to put our differences aside and work together for the common good.
Setshwantsho: Monna o latofadiwang ka go teketa mmagwe, Mphumelelo Thobela
Ka OBAKENG MAJE
Monna wa kwa motseng wa Matolong gaufi le Taung, yo a latofadiwang ka go teketa mmagwe, o reboletswe beile ya R500 ke kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung mo letsatsing la gompieno. Ka di 2 Motsheganong 2024, go begwa fa Mpumelelo Thobela (41) a ile a goroga kwa gagabo, mme a fitlha a kopa mmagwe (73) madi a gwa go reka nnotagi. Fela, go begwa fa mosadimogolo a ne a itoka fa a sena le peni.
Go begwa fa seo se ile sa shakgatsa Thobela. Go ya ka dipego, Thobela one a mo tlhasela le go mo goga-goga mo mmileng. Go begwa fa mosadimogolo a ne a kuwa mokgosi. Go begwa fa baagisani ba ne ba utlwa selelo seo sa ga Ragele, mme ba mo tlhaga thuso, le go mo namola mo diatleng tsa ga Thobela.
Go ya ka sebueledi sa sa sepodisi mo Bokone Bophirima, Col Adele Myburgh, Thobela gape o latofadiwa ka go tlola molao-peelo wa Protection Order under Domestic Violence Act, 1998 (Act No 116 of 1998).
Thobela o ile a tlhagelela lekgetlho la ntlha kwa kgotlhatshekelo ka Mosupulogo, mme kgetsi ya gagwe ya shutisediwa mo letsatsing la gompieno. Kgetsi ya ga Thobela e buseditswe morago go fitlha di 3 Seetebosigo 2024, mme ene o tla nama a letile kwa ntle.
Kgabagare, mogokaganyi wa sedika wa Women Mobilisation Committee go tswa kwa lekoko la sepolotiki la Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), Masego Lepedi are: “Jaaka re le bomme, mme re ikarabela ka ntwa kgatlhanong le tshotlakako ya bong, re kgala thata tiragalo e e diragetseng. Ditiragalo tsa tshotlakako ya basadi le bana di dintsi, fela boammaruri ke gore setsosa sa kgang ke botlhoka-tiro mo nageng. Ke ka moo rona jaaka EFF re ikuela gore go tlhamiwe ditiro.
“Botlhoka-tiro ke seemo se se boima, mme se tlhoka go ka tsibogelwa ka nako. Re kgala thata tiragalo e, mme re ikuela gore molao o tseye karolo. Go tlaleletsa mo go seo, rena le Rehabilitation Centre mo Taung e e sa direng. Maloko a rona a EFF ba eleng barongwa-pusong, ba ile ba tsaya matsapa le go ya go lekola seemo sa Rehabilitation Centre eo, mme ba fitlhela fa e sa dire.”
Lepedi are jaanong go sa dire ga Rehabilitation Centre go ama matshelo a baagi. Are ba dumela gore fa Rehabilitation Centre ene e dira, ba tla bo ba bona phapang.
“Dikgwetlho tsa bana ba ba shotlhang batsadi ba bone di teng, mme fela ba kabe ba ya go ikgopolola kwa go yone. Bontsi jwa bone ba dirisa diritibatsi le nnotagi botlhatshwa ka ntlheng ya seemo sa khumanego se ba tshelelang mo go sone.
“Seemo se re tshelelang mo go sone, ke sa khumanego mme se tlhotlheletsa dilo tsotlhe tse di maswe tse di diragalang. Bagaetsho, puso ya rona ere paletse, mme re tshelela mo lehumeng le mo tshotlakako,” Lepedi wa tlhalosa.
Are ga gona sepe se se botokwa se ba tla se shupang se sentle se se dirilweng ke puso e mo tlase ga lekoko la ANC.
Arson case against seven accused persons from Manthe village, near Taung, is expected to resume today at the Taung Regional Court. This comes after the case was postponed on 27 May 2024, due to unavailability of the defence lawyer.
The former soccer star, Odiseng “Teenage” Komane (42), Obakeng “Prosto” Mogabale (47) Mothusi Motimeng, Pretty “Zero” Masibelele (37), Ali Sakiele (51), Ontiretse Patrick Gosenyegang (39) and the former Mega Stars FC goalie, Katlego “Makgasa” Tikane (33), were arrested and charged for arson.
The seven accused were arrested by the police in July 2022 during an intelligence-driven operation. In May 2022, the community members embarked on a violent protest, torched three houses and looted the Disoufeng tavern belonging to Katong’s family.
They accused the alleged drug lord and rapist, Bakang Katong (33) of killing the late Thabiso Mothibedi (35).
The North West police spokesperson, Brig Sabata Mokgwabone said: “We can confirm that the police have arrested seven suspects for arson and they were granted R500 bail each.”
Meanwhile, Bakang, and his brother, Phenyo “The Great” Katong (35), Thabang Lenyai (24) and Katlego “Makita” Mosimege (32), were arrested for Mothibedi’s murder.
The police preliminary investigation revealed that, on 29 April 2022, Mothibedi was at Lenganeng village near Taung. Katong and his cronies allegedly fetched and transported him back to Manthe village after accusing him of stealing R20 000 and cigarettes worth R600.
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