BY REGINALD KANYANE

NORTH West police are looking for a suspect in connection of rape. Provincial police spokesperson, Col Sabata Mokgwabone said the atrocity took place at Ventersdorp on May 1 this year at around 11pm.

“The victim was dragged to Ventersdorp Soccer Stadium and allegedly being raped. Anyone with any information that could lead to any arrest can contact the Investigating Officer, Sgt de Ruiter of Potchefstroom FCS. Or they can call this number on 018-29309200/073 948 9017,” Mokgwabone said.

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BY REGINALD KANYANE
THE North West provincial government has indicated no over expenditure in the current financial year. Premier Supra Mahumapelo addressed the executive committee members (EXCO) at Taung Hotel and Convention Centre in Taung on Wednesday.

Mahumapelo said they were happy regarding governance programme so far. He added that the provincial government is heading to the correct direction.

“We are glad that we have not experience any over or less expenditure in this new financial year. We have checked through all departments and there are improvements. The Setsokotsane programme continues to play a massive role in the lives of the masses. The implementation of the programme yields results.

“We have now reached an agreement to implement Setsokotsane in each district simultaneously. The impact that is made by it is stanch. I am also pleased about our standing pattern. Our disciplinary committee is doing fairly well in that regard,” Mahumapelo said.

According to Mahumapelo, the treasury began to point to the right direction too. He added that even though he will reveal full details next week during a press conference, the aspect on Village, Township and Small Dorpies (VTSD) gathered all needed information.

“We will unpack how the state of affairs is our provincial government next week during media brief. However I can say all look good. We also touched on the qualifications verification.

“We requested all departments to verify the qualifications of all public servants. We wanted to check if they all qualify for the positions they occupied. By so doing, we want people who are very competent. Having skilled people will help us go forward,” Mahumapelo said.

He added that fair and effective governance is critical. Mahumapelo further said it is imperative ensuring that development benefits the people.

“Good governance should entail processes, decisions and outcomes that sustain natural resources to alleviate poverty and improve the quality of life.  The fifth administration took a decision to improve the situation in VTSD areas.

“The EXCO meetings will now rotate across the province. We are here in Taung as part of local economy empowerment. We need to look into the future. That is why we have put agriculture at the apex of the triangle. Coming up with different ways of how we can improve the economy of North West,” he said.

Mahumapelo added that a governance lens offers a powerful impetus for promoting reforms in policies and programs for sustainable development.
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BY REGINALD KANYANE

MEC for community safety and transport management, Dr Mpho Motlhabane said stray animals are one of contributing factors to road accidents and fatalities.

Motlhabane addressed farmers at Madikwe village on Tuesday. He also visited few police stations on unannounced visits.

“Stray animals on our roads remain a concern. They contribute with a high number particularly in the predominantly rural areas of the province. Cattle, horses and donkeys been the most common animals involved in collisions. This results in major damage to vehicles and sometimes even fatal injuries been experienced.

“Our ANC-led government has tried in several times to install fences on the areas of concern. We tried to keep these animals away from the road, but for some reasons there are people who continue to tear down the fences,” Motlhabane said.

He added that some torn the fence because they claim it restrict them to access the road. Motlhabane said however they were committed to educate livestock owners, traditional leaders and community members on the safety of their livestock.

“Livestock owners must know that allowing their animals to stray onto the roads is a by-law transgression. We will always make sure that all relevant stakeholders, road users and entities are enlightened through robust road safety awareness campaigns.

“We will also intensify law enforcement operations as well as empowering school-going children through road safety education,” he said.

Motlhabane handed over reflectors to livestock owners. He said this will assist in making their livestock visible during the night on the roads. He also requested livestock owners to tattoo or brand mark their livestock to reduce livestock theft.

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BY REGINALD KANYANE

A person died after he was allegedly assaulted by disgruntled community members in Moretele village near Taung. Two suspects aged 23 and 40 respectively allegedly stole 11 goats, slaughtered them and cooped them in their Toyota Tazz in the early hours of Wednesday morning.

North West police spokesperson, Col Sabata Mokgwabone said the police are investigating cases of stock theft, murder and assault.

“The angry community members allegedly assaulted two suspects after they accused them of stealing 11 goats. The members of the community allegedly saw the suspects and chased after them.

“They managed to corner the suspects near Vryburg on N18 road. The suspects were allegedly taken back to the village where they were assaulted. Their car was set alight with nine goats carcasses inside. The other two carcasses were outside,” Mokgwabone said.

He said the Vryburg stock theft unit police were informed and responded swiftly to the scene.

“The police managed to rescue two suspects from the claws of irate community members. The suspects were rushed to the local hospital with injuries. However one of them, aged 40 was certified dead on arrival at Huhudi clinic.

“The other suspect, 23 was treated for injuries and he is currently in detention for stock theft. The police are still investigating cases of assault and murder against members of the community,” he said.

Acting provincial commissioner, Major General Joyce Molale condemned the incident. She urged community members to refrain from taking the law into their own hands.

“We urge the community to approach the police and report any criminal activities. Taking the law into your own hands is wrong and people can be arrested for that. We need to work together with the police to root out any criminal activities,” Molale said.

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A 23 YEAR-OLD man was sentenced to fifteen years for raping a 56 year-old woman in Keimos. Marno Bok raped the victim in an open field next to Warmsand Informal Settlements last year.

Lieutenant Col Dimakatso Mooi said: “Bok was found guilty of rape and sentenced to 15 years imprisonment by Upington Regional Court. The cluster commander of ZF Mqcawu, Major General Matthys said the sentences will serve as a deterrent to offenders of sexual offence related crimes.”

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A 23-YEAR-OLD man was sentenced to fifteen years after rape. Kenneth Makaudi raped a 23 year-old woman at Valam Boerdery Omdraai farm near Kakamas in January 16 last year.

Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Col Dimakatso Mooi said: “The accused raped the victim and tied her with her own shoe lace after wards. He left her behind in the field.

“We commend Constable JC Mokgalagadi for securing 15 years imprisonment for the accused.”

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Young people in Taung are demoralised by high unemployment numbers, among other issues, this is according to youth leaders.

As part of its town-to-town tour of South Africa in the build-up to the elections, Morning Live visited Taung in the North West.

Lebogang Mojanaga of Neolet Foundation says young people in the area lack skills.

His foundation works to assist them in skills and competence development.

Mojanaga says his foundation tries to bring hope to the area by putting young people through school and university.

He adds that the youth in Taung are not interested in voting as a they are continuously disappointed.

Source: http://www.sabc.co.za

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BY REGINALD KANYANE

POLICE from Family Violence Child Protection and Sexual Offences unit in Jan Kempdorp are investigating a rape case. Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Sergio Kock said the incident took place on June 10 at around 10:30pm.

“A woman, 30 and her boyfriend, 29 were sleeping in their shanty when four unknown men entered. They allegedly demanded money from them. Two of the men then took her outside the shanty and raped her at knife-point in the presence of other two.

“The suspects were medium build, between the ages of 25 and 35 years old. They were dressed in black beanies, black jackets and spoke Setswana. The police request assistance in finding the two men sketched in the attached ID kits. All information can be forwarded to D/Const Gladwin Thabapelo on 083 929 9544 or 053 456 5200,” Kock said.

The investigation continues.

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TWIN brothers aged 18 from Rooiwal village in Taung perished in a shack fire on Tuesday morning. According to information, Tefo and Tefelo Obusitse were allegedly asleep in their shack when they were razed by fire.

North West police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Amanda Funani said: “A case of inquest was opened at Taung Police Station. The incident took place in the early hours of Tuesday morning. The police found a flammable stove in the wrecked shack. It seems they left the stove on while asleep. Police investigation is underway,” Funani said.

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FIVE suspects aged between 32 and 63 were arrested by The Hawks in North West in separate crimes. The Hawks provincial spokesperson, Capt Tlangelani Rikhotso said the suspects were arrested for fraud in Zeerust, Swartruggens and Koster on Friday.

Rikhotso said the suspects allegedly opened bank accounts using stolen IDs.

“Mamsy Selekane, 48, Maria Greenback, 63 and Lesedi Mothibi, 32 were arrested at FNB in Swartruggens following their attempt to swindle R6 million from an account belonging to an 86 year old woman. The suspects were arrested and appeared in Zeerust Magistrate’s Court yesterday.

She said the suspects were remanded in custody until July 6 for formal bail hearing. Rikhotso said they swooped on a syndicate in Zeerust, Koster and Swartruggens.

“The Hawks also pounced on two bogus security guards on the same day. Njabulo Ngobeni, 32 and Evans Makhamo, 39 were arrested following their fraudulent stunt. The two pretended to assist struggling ATM users but stole from them in the process.

“The suspects were arrested and found to be in possession of 21 different bank cards, R800 in cash, G4S and Bidvest security jackets. They appeared in Madikwe Magistrate’s Court yesterday (today). They were also remanded in custody until July 4 for a formal bail hearing,” Rikhotso said.

The North West Hawks provincial head, Major General Linda Mbana commended the police. She promised that the Hawks will root out fraud and corruption intrepidly.

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