Motsumi lambasts learners over misleading pictures

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Picture: Learners posing on beds with no matresses/Facebook

By REGINALD KANYANE

29 October 2025- The North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi said it is disheartened and shocked to learn that some learners, when they arrived at an incubation camp, posed on beds without mattresses to mislead the public as if the department had not provided the mattresses to the learners at a camp held at Itereleng Skills Training Centre in Vaal Reefs on 26 October 2025. Motsumi said her department learnt about this irresponsible act posed by learners from the social media platforms.

She further said the learners were shown sleeping on beds directly without mattresses. Motsumi added that her department in its efforts of improving the matric results organized an incubation camp at Vaal Reefs and Itereleng for three schools, Kanana Secondary School, Mathlaleng Secondary School and Mmonkeng Secondary Schools.

“The department has always hosted the incubation camps at the same venue since 2019. We condemn the posing of learners on beds without mattresses. On behalf of the entire department, I am extremely disappointed by the irresponsible act committed by some learners who attended the incubation camp at Vaal Reefs.

“This venue has more than enough mattresses to accommodate all learners from the three schools. I believe this act was aimed at causing a sensation to create fear and anxiety in the parents. As we speak now, all learners have slept very well without any inconvenience. I want to sincerely assure parents that their children are safe and well taken care of,” she said.

Motsumi said parents should not panic at all because the department is taking good care of their children. She highlighted that these camps assist learners to avoid distraction which they sometimes experience when they study at home.

“Learners are expected to be at the incubation camp until they finish writing all their subjects. Teachers and Subject Specialists of different subjects will be available to assist learners,” she said.

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A man accused of killing his ex-girlfriend granted bail

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By OBAKENG MAJE

29 October 2025- A man, Atlholang William Mosiane (36), who is accused of killing his former girlfriend, Elizabeth Dimpo Motlodi was granted bail by the North West High Court. Mosiane faces charges of murder and two counts of pointing a firearm.

The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in North West, Sivenathi Gunya said Mosiane’s release follows a successful appeal after bail was previously denied by the Tlhabane Magistrate’s Court in August 2025. Gunya said on 25 March 2021, Mosiane allegedly went to Motlodi’s residence looking for her.

“Upon his arrival, he enquired from her father about her whereabouts and was informed that she had not yet returned from work. He then left the premises. After a short while, the deceased’s father reportedly heard gunshots coming from his daughter’s shack. When he went to investigate, he allegedly saw Mosiane exiting the shack holding a firearm.

“Inside, he discovered his daughter lying on the floor with gunshot wounds. Mosiane was arrested and initially sentenced to life imprisonment. However, his conviction and sentence were later set aside due to procedural technicalities. He was re-arrested in August 2025, for the same offence and denied bail by the lower court before successfully appealing to the North West High Court,” he said.

Gunya further said Mosiane was granted a R5000 bail with strict conditions. He added that the court ordered Mosiane to report to the Tlhabane Police Station every Monday between 6am and 8pm until the conclusion of the trial.

“He must refrain from any contact, communication, or visits to the complainants or their premises; avoid interfering with witnesses. He should notify the investigating officer of any change of address. Mosiane is expected to appear again at the Tlhabane Magistrate’s Court on 11 December 2025, for the allocation of a High Court trial date.

“The NPA remains committed to pursuing justice for victims of Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and ensuring that perpetrators are held accountable through due legal processes,” said Gunya.

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Motsamaisi wa kwa Boxer Liquor Store, Tebogo Romeo Mahusi o neetswe beile ya R1000

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Setshwantsho: Molatofadiwa, Tebogo Romeo Mahusi/Facebook

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28 Diphalane 2025 – Motsamisi wa kwa lebenkeleng la Boxer Liquor Store, Tebogo Romeo Mahusi (32) o neetswe beile ya R1000 ke kgotlhathekelo ya Taung mo letsatsing la gompieno. Mahusi one a tshwarwa mabapi le ditatofatso tsa go betelela modiri wa mosadi wa teng kwa Boxer Liquor Store.

Sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone are tiragalo e, ke ya Lamatlhatso motshegare kwa lebenkeleng la Boxer Liquor Store. Mokgwabone are dipatlisiso mo kgetsing e, di tsweletse.

Go begwa fa modiri wa dingwaga di le 20, teng kwa Boxer Liquor Store, a ne a tsweletse ka tiro ya gagwe ya go paka dilo fa motsamaisi a ne a mo biletsa kwa kantorong ya gagwe ka Lamatlhatso motshegare. Go begwa fa go tseneng ga bone kwa kantorong eo, Mahusi o ile a lotlela lebati la kantoro.

Go begwa fa e ne ya re fa modiri o a sentse a maketse gore go diragalang, ke fa Mahusi a mo phamola a mo atla ka nkane. Go begwa fa Mahusi a ile a mo fekeetsa ka maatla, mme a mo apola borokgwe.

Go begwa fa Mahusi a ile a mo rapamisa mo tafoleng le go mo betelela a mo tlhaga kwa morago.

Kgabagare, kgetsi e buseditswe morago go fitlha Sedimonthole a tlhola matsatsi a le 2.  

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The Hawks officials who showed pedigree honoured

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Picture: The Hawks officials honoured/Supplied

By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

28 October 2025- The Provincial Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) in Northern Cape, Major General Stephen Mabuela, hosted the Provincial Prestige Award Ceremony held on 24 October at Vaal Inn in Barkly West, near Kimberley. Mabuela said the event got underway with a singular objective of recognizing and showing the Provincial Head’s appreciation to his soldiers, who have gone beyond their call of duties during the financial year 2024/2025.

He further said the ceremony was blessed by the presence of Major General Makgatho, the Acting Divisional Commissioner of Crime Intelligence, who served as the functionary of the night, representatives from Northern Cape SAPS District Commissioners who could not attend due to prior engagements. Mabuela added that various categories were awarded during the action and fun filled night. Including the Provincial Head’s special award, this went to MISP.

“We would like to congratulate all nominees and award winners for their milestone achievement. Also, a word of profound appreciation to the sponsors who made it possible for us to host this event,” he said.

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15 beneficiaries receive RDP houses

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By REGINALD KANYANE

28 October 2025- The Northern Cape MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA), Bentley Vass handed over a total of 15 houses to some of the beneficiaries of the Calvinia 200 Housing Project in the Hantam Local Municipality in Namakwa District). Vass was accompanied by the executive mayor of the Namakwa District Municipality, councillor Mervin Cloete, mayor of the Hantam Municipality, councillor Koos Alexander and other councillors of the two municipalities.

He further said the Calvinia 200 Housing Project is part of the 1 Billion Rand Housing Project launched in January 2024 by the Republic of South Africa (RSA) president, Cyril Ramaphosa and Northern Cape Premier, Dr Zamani Saul, as part of efforts to address the housing backlog of the Northern Cape. Vass added that the houses are completed.

“They will be handed over to beneficiaries in batches from project to project. We are happy that this morning, we are able to hand over keys to 15 families in this municipality. We continue to call all the appointed contractors across the Province, to work with speed to ensure that beneficiaries receive their houses sooner rather than later.

“We are aware of slow progress in some of the projects in the different districts and we have moved swiftly to terminate some of the contractors, who are not performing optimally despite several interventions and assistance by the department,’’ he said.

Meanwhile, Saul said the Northern Cape Provincial Government is committed to eradicating the province’s housing backlog by building houses in all the Districts.

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ANC president, Cyril Ramaphosa receives Honorary Doctorate  

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Picture: ANC president, Cyril Ramaphosa receives Honorary Doctorate

By BAKANG MOKOTO

28 October 2025- The African National Congress (ANC) has congratulated the Republic of South Africa (RSA) president, Cyril Ramaphosa on his convocation at University Malaya in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, where he has been honoured with the Honorary Doctor of International Relations degree. The former liberation movement said this distinguished recognition by Malaysia’s oldest and most prestigious university is a testament to Ramaphosa’s commitment to diplomacy, inclusive governance and regional cooperation.

The ANC national spokesperson, Mahlengi Bhengu said the degree in International Relations is an indication of Ramaphosa’s leadership in breeding dialogue, economic partnerships and sustainable development across Africa and with global partners. Bhengu said they wish Ramaphosa ongoing success in his mission, and we salute the University Malaya for its recognition of African leadership and its strengthening of academic and diplomatic bonds between Malaysia and South Africa.

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Police need your assistance in unravelling a murder case

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By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI

28 October 2025 – The police in Potchefstroom request the community’s assistance in unravelling the murder case. This comes after the lifeless body of Alfred Kompe (51) that was found in New Market Street in Potchefstroom on Sunday evening, 12 March 2017.

The North West police spokesperson, Colonel Adéle Myburgh said Kompe had a stab wound on the right side of his chest and was declared dead on the scene by Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS). Myburgh said the police request anyone who may have information that can assist in the investigation to contact the Investigating Officer, Sergeant Kotedi Mokotedi on 082 568 5631 or your local police station.

“The South African Police Service (SAPS) Crime Stop can be called on ‪08600 10111. Anonymous tip-offs can also be communicated via the MySAPS App from your smartphone,” she said.

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Four people died in a car accident on R505 road in Wolmaranstad

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By REGINALD KANYANE

28 October 2025- Four people aged between 25 and 35 have died in a motor vehicle accident in Wolmaranstad on 26 October 2025, at around 12:30pm in the afternoon. The four, all men and all related, have gathered for a family tombstone when they decided to visit other family members in nearby Makwassie.

The North West MEC for Community Safety and Transport Management, Wessels Morweng said they were altogether in a sedan when they met their untimely passing. Morweng said it is alleged the driver was overtaking three other vehicles when he lost control of the vehicle, which then overturned several times on R505 road between Wolmaransstad and Makwassie.

“Three, including the driver who is a teacher at the local school died at the scene of the accident. Two of the passengers were taken to the hospital, where one unfortunately succumbed to the injuries leaving a sole survivor who is still recuperating at the hospital.

“We send our heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families and wish speedy recovery to the injured. A culpable homicide case is being investigated,” he said.

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Kgetsi ya petelelo kgatlhanong le motsamaisi wa kwa Boxer Liquor Store e boela kgotlhatshekelo

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Setshwantsho: Molatofadiwa, Tebogo Romeo Mahusi/Facebook

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28 Diphalane 2025 – Kgetsi ya petelelo kgatlhanong le motsamaisi wa kwa lebenkeleng la Boxer Liquor Store mono Taung, Romeo Tebogo Mahusi (30), e bolela kgotlhatshekelo mo letsatsing la gompieno. Mahusi o na le dibeke di le pedi a dira kopo ya beile, mme magistrata o solofetswe go ntsha katlholo mabapi le kopo eo.

Mahusi one a tshwarwa mabapi le ditatofatso tsa go betelela modiri wa mosadi wa teng kwa Boxer Liquor Store.

Sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone are tiragalo e, ke ya Lamatlhatso motshegare kwa lebenkeleng la Boxer Liquor Store. Mokgwabone are dipatlisiso mo kgetsing e, di tsweletse.

Go begwa fa modiri wa dingwaga di le 20, teng kwa Boxer Liquor Store, a ne a tsweletse ka tiro ya gagwe ya go paka dilo fa motsamaisi a ne a mo biletsa kwa kantorong ya gagwe ka Lamatlhatso motshegare. Go begwa fa go tseneng ga bone kwa kantorong eo, Mahusi o ile a lotlela lebati la kantoro.

Go begwa fa e ne ya re fa modiri o a sentse a maketse gore go diragalang, ke fa Mahusi a mo phamola a mo atla ka nkane. Go begwa fa Mahusi a ile a mo fekeetsa ka maatla, mme a mo apola borokgwe.

Go begwa fa Mahusi a ile a mo rapamisa mo tafoleng le go mo betelela a mo tlhaga kwa morago.

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North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi announces termination of BEEI project  

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Picture: North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi

By REGINALD KANYANE

27 October 2025- The North West Department of Education said it has issued letters to the Basic Education Employment Initiative (BEEI) Educational Assistants and General Assistants to notify them about the termination of their contracts at the end of November 2025, instead of December 2025. The department said the BEEI project was implemented in June 2025 throughout the country, but the North West province only started in July 2025, due to recruitment challenges experienced.

The North West MEC for Education, Viola Motsumi said these challenges forced the province to delay the appointment of the EAs and GAs in June and to appoint them at the beginning of July 2025. Motsumi said among the recruitment challenges experienced, were the exclusion of the SGBs in the establishment of interview panels, non-compliance with the radius (5km and 30km) and the selling of the BEEI posts, etc.

“The North West Department of Education made an application through the Department of Basic Education to the Unemployment Insurance Fund for an extension of the programme by one month. The Department of Basic Education indicated that the application for the extension has not yet been responded to by the funder.

“The North West Department of Education was subsequently advised to notify the Educational Assistants and General Assistants of the outcome of the request. The department then issued notices to the affected individuals a month before the actual date of 30th November,” she said.

Motsumi further emphasized that it is extremely unfortunate that the funder has not yet responded to the request of the North West province.

“On behalf of the North West Department of Education, I am extremely disappointed that the funder of the BEEI programme did not approve our request to extend the programme by one month. Our province could not start with the programme in June due to a myriad of challenges experienced in different schools.

“In June, we were forced to clean up all those problems wherein some posts were sold to the youth. We viewed these as serious challenges, and as a result, we could not start the programme in June 2025. I want to inform our youth that this programme is not funded by the department, nor does the budget reside with the department,” she added.

Motsumi said on a monthly basis, it is the funder who transfers the money into the Educational Assistants’ and General Assistants’ accounts. She said when the funder said the programme is closing in November in all provinces, they do not have powers to act contrary to the funder.

“We further pleaded with the Educational Assistants and General Assistants to understand the position of the department and to work together in sharing this information with the youth in all the schools. I want to thank all the Educational Assistants and General Assistants who have been deployed to our schools.

“Your contribution does not go unnoticed, but it is felt by all teachers, learners, and departmental officials. Our schools will not be the same without you. In this short period of time, your contribution has been so immense, and you have been a great relief to our teachers. I am requesting you to share this information with all other colleagues in different schools,” said Motsumi.

She said the Educational Assistants’ and General Assistants’ last day at school will be on 30 November 2025.

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