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extra mile to serve others, we would like to salute Rolene Strauss was crowned Miss World at the you and thank you for allowing us to share your sto weekend and now features in a long list of remarka ries. ble women who continue to make a difference to This year South Africans voted hoping for the the countries they live in and the world. best – many are now glued to the parliament ses South Africans also took time through out the sion coverage because you never know what to ex year to remember Nelson Mandela and do their bitAdults 3 to 10 pect. In 2015 we will be joining the queues for the to fulfill his legacy. Various Colours Available “OFFIt’s been a year since his death and many ques THE WALL” byelections and once again, hoping for positive change. tioned the stability and patriotism of South Afri We know we live in a beautiful city and another cans. The good news is, it seems as if communities reason to be a proud Durbanite is Durban has been are now more united than ever. Many believe his voted an official new Seven Wonder City of the spirit still lives on calling it a sprinkling of ‘Madiba world. magic’. The picturesque beaches, rolling hills and Clearly South Africans will continue to make breathtaking skyline together with a host of won great strides despite the negative news that some derful inhabitants, sets us apart from the rest of times comes to the fore. South Africa. The Fever would like to wish all our fantastic cli After 40 years, the Miss World title is held by ents and readers a wonderfully happy festive sea a South African. son and here’s to welcoming 2015 in style.

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Dear Readers, TODAY marks the end of another year for the Hillcrest Fever, and as the festivities kick off for this season, let us reflect on moments that touched our lives and the community this past year. 2014 has been marked by persistent challenges in our economy with price inflations (food, electricity, fuel, etc.). We had weather catastrophes and crime

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OLLOWING a frenzied attack on a Pietermaritzburg policewoman at the weekend, her alleged killer curled up next to her body and lay weeping until police arrived and arrested him. Sergeant Thabisile Penelope Zondi (41), who was stationed at Plessislaer police station, was beaten to death with a pickaxe handle late on Friday night, allegedly by a man who was close to her. At the scene of the murder in the

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Captain Musa Ntombela, Plessislaer police spokesperson and colleague of the murdered policewoman, points to where Sergeant Thabisile Zondi’s body was found in the early hours of Saturday morning, in The Grange. Grange area, a neighbour, who asked not to be named, said he was woken at around 11.30 pm on Friday by the

disturbing sounds of a woman screaming and crying. The man quickly got out of bed and

continues to destroy some of our communities. However, the one thing that continues to stand undefeated is the spirit of the Upper Highway community. Through the difficult times, our readers have once again proven that we are, without a doubt, among the most resilient and strong-willed. We have weathered all the storms that came our way and have demonstrated that we can be a community to be proud of - from our disabled horse rider achieving his goals to a local woman beating breast cancer and becoming an inspiration to others - our community stands together proud! We are confident that 2015 will be better than ever. We, at The Hillcrest Fever, have faced our

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hurried outside to his neighbour’s home, where the cries were coming from. “She [Zondi] was lying on the ground, outside her front door. She was crying and he [a man who is close to Zondi] was beating her with the handle of a pickaxe,” said the neighbour. I tried to get between them, but he would not stop. I was shouting at him to stop, but he carried on.” The neighbour said the man only stopped hitting her when he realised that Zondi had died. “I asked him why he did this but he did not say anything. “He saw she was dead and he started crying. He lay down next to her body and wept, until the police came.” The neighbour said during the four years he has known Zondi, the man often argued with Zondi and was allegedly “known to be abusive”. He said Zondi was a quiet person

Udedelwe ngebheyili osolwa ngokubulala iphoyisa NOKUTHULA KHANYILE >>nokuthula.khanyile@media24.com UDEDELWE ngebheyili kaR1000 inkanto lo kamantshi eMgungundlovu ngoMsom buluko osolwa ngokubulala iphoyisa ebeli yintombi yakhe. UJabulani Sithole (30), waseMbali uboshwe ngoMgqibelo ekuseni emuva kwesigameko sokubulawa kuka Sergeant Thabisile Zondi (41) obesebenza ngaphan si kwesiteshi samaphoyisa asePlessislaer emzini wakhe oseScottville. Ngokwamaphepha afundwe enkanto lo laba bobabili bebesebudlelwaneni be zothando kanti kuthiwa uSithole ubethi

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fanele abike esiteshini samaphoyisa esis eduze naye njalo ngoLwesithathu nangoL wesihlanu kuze kube icala lakhe liyaphothulwa.” Ngokusho kokhulumela amaphoyisa esifundazweni uColonel Thembeka Mbele isidumbu sikaZondi sitholwe simanxeb anxeba edamini legazi sesivuvukele. Amaphoyisa abe esevula icala esiteshini samaphoyisa aseAlexandra kanti obambe njengomkhuzi wemaphoyisa esifundazweni uMajor General Bheki Langa uzwakalise ukushaqeka kwakhe ngokubulawa kukaZondi. Umsolwa uzobuyela enkantolo mhlaka 1 kuFebhruwari ngonyaka ozayo.

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who was always willing to help her neighbours and others. The neighbour added that watching Zondi being beaten was an image that he cannot erase from his mind, and he is finding it difficult to cope with the violent murder of his neighbour. Zondi lived in a house with two other houses on the property. Blood stains from her murder could still be seen on the concrete stoep outside her kitchen door where her body was found. The neighbour said there was no one on the property that night besides him, Zondi and Zondi’s alleged killer, and with Zondi’s family living in Durban, there appeared to be no relatives nearby. KwaZulu-Natal police spokesperson Thembeka Mbele said it is believed Zondi and the man had an argument before he started beating her. “The suspect severely assaulted the officer [Zondi] with the pick handle several times on the body as well as on her face,” said Mbele. “A case of murder was opened at Alexandra police station and the suspect was arrested.” The investigation has now been handed over to the Hawks in Pietermaritzburg. Plessislaer police spokesperson and Zondi’s colleague, Captain Musa Ntombela, said the station was “extremely saddened” by the loss of a colleague of such a “high calibre”. Ntombela said Zondi had worked as a sergeant at Plessislaer in the visual policing unit and had been a policewoman for over a decade. “She was always willing to help her colleagues and was very good at her job. “She was a sociable woman and her years of experience cannot be replaced. “We at Plessislaer are shocked at this loss and send our sincerest condolences to her family,” said Ntombela.

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Zondi royals split over Manqele >> He was shot by police along with eight other men last Saturday SABELO NSELE

HE allegations surrounding the late controversial inyanga and Induna Mduduzi Manqele is threatening to split the Zondi royal family into two. The family remains divided over the issue, as two groupings have taken different stances on the issue. Family members critical of Manqele have openly defied Inkosi Nsikayezwe Manqele of Mpumuza, who is understood to have had close ties with Manqele. He was shot by police along with eight other men who police were told were on their way to bomb an ATM last Saturday night. Police found three batches of already primed commercial

explosives, four 9 mm pistols, three AK47 rifles and an R5 rifle with the nine alleged robbers. Speaking on behalf of the aggrieved family members, Dolo Zondi did not mince his words, going as far as saying Manqele had tarnished the image of the Zondi chieftaincy. However, the chief’s spokesperson Zenzinkosi Zondi said Dolo’s comments were “irresponsible”. “It is not the type of statement one would expect when Manqele’s family is still traumatised. It is also irresponsible of him to talk about an issue that is sub judice. “Whether Manqele was part of the group that was going to bomb ATMs or not, is a subject of a police investigation. So we will not talk

about it,” he said. Zenzinkosi denied that Manqele had been imposed as Induna on the people of Mafakatini. “For a very long time, the people of Mafakatini were under Induna Thandabantu Ntombela. They complained that they had to walk about 10 km to reach Ntombela’s house and suggested they get their own induna. There were quite a number of people who lobbied for Manqele to be made induna,” he said. As for a charge that Manqele called for the beheading of 18-yearold Loyiso Jokweni from France, Zenzinkosi said the courts had cleared Manqele on the charge. But Dolo stuck to his guns, saying Zenzinkosi does not speak for the

It is a known fact in Mafakatini that the community was against the imposition of Manqele as an induna. It is foreign that inkosi would impose induna and not consult the family family. “By virtue of birth, I am the rightful spokesperson of the family. I am the descendant of Inkosi Bhekizizwe (grandfather of the current inkosi).” The defiant Dolo said the family would be meeting in Hlathini today to discuss the issue of Manqele. “As the family, we cannot afford to have an induna who goes with criminals who bomb ATMs. “It is a known fact in Mafakatini that the community was against the imposition of Manqele as an induna. It is foreign that inkosi would impose induna and not consult the family,” he said.

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Business owners want beer hall to be shut down >> Street vendors trading in the area say they live in constant fear NOMPILO KUNENE

ESPITE propositions to shut down Pietermaritzburg’s “crime den”, the eMatsheni Beer Hall in Retief Street remains fully functional. Store owners said the infamous hall is now “infested” with people they believe to be whoonga addicts. A frustrated business owner, who asked not to be named for fear of victimisation, said that his business has been suffering lately due to the increase of “whoonga smokers” and destitute people squatting in the hall. “Just last week, some of my supplies displayed outside were stolen by the whoonga addicts. Not so long ago, they came into my shop and stole my phone which was on the counter,” he said. “These guys are extremely dangerous and they would do anything to get

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Pietermaritzburg police spokesperson Sergeant Mthokozisi Ngobese inspects the eMatsheni Beer Hall in Retief Street. Business owners in the area have complained about escalating crime that they believe comes from criminals squatting inside the hall.

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to report any robberies to us,” Ngobese said. He said police constantly monitor the area via patrols as well as cameras positioned on the streets. A street vendor, who has been trading in the area for over nine years, said they live in constant fear. “I want them [drug addicts] gone. The municipality and police must group them together and go throw them far away where they cannot find their way back,” said the angry woman. “There are young girls in there, girls as young as 12 years old. They smoke whoonga and become street cats.” She suggested the Msunduzi Municipality should clear out the beer hall and rent the space to vendors. Municipal spokesperson Thobeka Mafumbatha said the municipality’s plans to shut down the hall are still under way. “Unfortunately, we cannot just wake up and go shut the place down. It is a long process and we are following procedures,” said Mafumbatha. She said all those who fall victim to crime in the vicinity should report it to the police. “When people are mugged or attacked, it becomes a crime element and has nothing to do with the municipality. People must bear with us and report crime-related problems to the police,” she said.

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ITH summer heating up, snake season is also in full swing and local snake catchers say they have been receiving a number of callouts for various venomous snake species found in people’s homes. Recently, local snake expert and snake catcher Zane Barnard was called out to a Hilton home where he rescued a puff adder that was in the garden. Barnard said an increase in temperatures led to snakes looking for food and ending up in people’s homes. “People need to understand that snakes are afraid of people as much as people are afraid of them. They only attack when they feel threatened or agitated,” he said. He said in the past two weeks the most common venomous snake he has rescued from people’s homes were black mambas, Mozambique cobras and boomslangs, along with other non-venomous snakes. He added that the commonest areas in the Midlands for snakes are Hilton, Ashburton and Lincoln Meade. “I rescue the snakes from people’s homes and relocate them to their natural habitat away from WHAT TO DO IF YOU FIND A SNAKE ON YOUR PROPERTY: • Make sure your children and pets are safe. • Do not attempt to catch the snake or aggravate it as this may lead to a snake bite. • Once all the family members are safe, call an expert on the matter. • Watch the snake from a distance.

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ment intern but was later approached by then mayor to take up the position of an admin assistance in his office. “When that door for me to be an admin assistance opened, I was presented with many other opportunities and along the way realised my passion for promoting and marketing different brands within the municipality. I was more excited when Umgungundlovu District municipality approached me to come up with a marketing strategy for the Mandela Day marathon. That opportunity tested my capabilities and opened me up to a different space.” The charismatic Sithole said he has worked on numerous other projects sponsored by the municipality including the Msunduzi rising talent, the Tsogo Sun sprint, and the Pietermaritzburg Jazz festival. Also, passionate about broadcasting, Sithole also occasionally works as a guest presenter on SABC 1’s edutainment show Selimathunzi but he says servicing Msunduzi municipality residents is his first priority. “I think being the only candidate to be nominated twice for the awards should serve as encouragement for other municipal employees. I think the important thing is to know what your job is and strive to do it well. Your hard work will not go unnoticed, you will get the recognition, and it’s just a patience game.”

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ing the residents of the city. The 29-year-old from Imbali was recognised in the Best frontline service delivery employee of the year and the Best-implemented project of the year categories, respectively. In the latter, Sithole was applauded for his enormous contribution in promoting the Mandela Day marathon brand which in 2016 attracted more than 16 000 participants. Speaking to the Maritzburg Echo, an ecstatic Sithole said he was honoured to be recognised. “It means a lot to be recognised before reaching 10 years of services in the municipality. The awards mean that people are taking note of my hard work and it’s being appreciated. I am on the right path and it’s encouraging me to strive to be better at my job.” Sithole joined the municipality in 2007 as a human resources manage-

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Msunduzi municipality employee Lungelo Sithole was one of the recipients at the Mayoral Excellence Awards. Proudly displaying his certificate (from left) Msunduzi Mayor Themba Njilo, Sithole and Speaker Jabu Ngubo.

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Sobantu Secondary school teacher Thandeka Sibiya outside the school premises.

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PASSIONATE Pietermaritzburg schoolteacher has bagged a provincial award for excellence. Thandeka Sibiya, an English teacher at Sobantu High School, received the Excellence in Secondary School Teaching award in the National Teaching Awards, provincial level, as a reward for her relentless zeal for education. The ambitious Sibiya now has the national crown in her sights.

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“I could not believe it because there were other outstanding teachers at the regional finals who I competed against. But after all, I am happy and proud,” she said. Prior to winning this award, Sibiya was already due to travel to America next year under the auspices of the Teaching Excellence and Achievement Programme (TEA), an American programme aimed at equipping teachers across the world. The programme covers outstanding secondary school teachers in English, social studies, mathematics,

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A look back at 2016

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HE year 2016 has been eventful locally, nationally and internationally - from Donald Trump being elected as president of the United States to the passing of some of South Africa’s music greats, the road to the 3 August polls that was marred by political killings and recently the victory of Pietermaritzburg songstress who was crown SA Idols winner. Maritzburg Echo reporter NOKUTHULA KHANYILE looks at some of the stories that made headlines in 2016. January •Ward 19 councillor Sipho Caiphus Ndawonde was awarded the “Best Councillor” award. •Students from the Pietermaritzburg School of Fashion were selected to participate in various fashion fairs and fashion design foundations. •Barcelona FC from eNkanyezini area in Umkhambathini was crowned winners of Ngaphakathi professionals’ knockout tournament. They walked away with R10 000 and 22 medals. •Maritzburg United player Mondli Cele (27) and SABC journalist died in a car accident after a car they were travelling in plunged into the Duzi River. •Msunduzi municipality received Blue drop status for the third consecutive year and was awarded platinum status this year. February •PMB 2014 Idols winner Vincent Bones was nominated for the Metro FM award for best RnB single. •Members of the ANCYL Moses Mabhida Region and Cosatu picketed outside Pietermaritzburg’s Media 24 offices calling for the company to address internal language policy issues.

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•Prominent actor Rapulana Seiphemo in the popular soapie Generations-The Legacy was involved in a serious car accident. March •Pietermaritzburg hosted the In His Presence gospel music concert at the Royal Showground. The concert was headlined by award-winning gospel stars including Khaya Mthethwa, Ntokozo Mbambo and the Dube Brothers. •Five Edendale families were left homeless following an interdict by the Sheriff of the Court. The court papers stated they had been living in the area unlawfully. •Sinqongweni high school received three awards for outstanding matric results from the Sadtu awards. •Sbusile Ngcobo from KwaSwayimane was crowned Miss Msunduzi and took over from Terene Thomas. April •Two people from Ashdown die after taking the deadly drug called Mercedes which also claimed the lives

of seven KwaMashu residents and left more than 57 in hospital. •Imbali Unit BB resident Nonhlanhla Ndlovu’s trip to the salon ended in a disaster when she woke up to her eyes stuck closed for a few days. •A total of six people died along Sweetwaters Road after a taxi they were traveling in crashed. •About 50 Siyahlomula high school pupils in Ashdown were sent home after they failed to pay R20 for a farewell party for a teacher. May •ANC members from France outraged by the nomination of the party’s candidate in Ward 18 blocked the R56 (Richmond road). •The 20 year old woman who sold her baby on Gumtree in 2015 was sentenced to three years of correctional supervision plus a five-year suspended sentence. •Street child Cebolethu Ngcobo was shot and killed allegedly by a man going to pray at the Church Street mosque.

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June •EFF leader Julius Malema visited the Edendale Lay Ecumenical Centre. • For the first time Pietermaritzburg hosted the SA Music conference. The conference was headed by wellknown South African house deejays Oskido, Christos, Fresh, Vinny DaVinci and Greg Maloka. •Elandskop graduate Nhlalonhle Dladla received a scholarship from the India consulate as part of its African Scholarship Scheme. Dladla is attending a two-year course doing his Masters in business administration (MBA) in IT and entrepreneurship development. •Two ANC members Phetheni Ngubane and Badedile Ntshapa from ward 15 were shot and killed on their way from a branch meeting. •Brigadier Mduduzi Shezi was announced as the new Plessislaer police station commander. •President Jacob Zuma visited the Vulindlela Rural Enhanced People’s Housing Process.

July •The first black Echo editor Khaba Mkhize died following a long illness after suffering a stroke in 2008. •Maritzburg United announced new recruits. The new arrivals scooped by the Team of Choice included Byrce Moon, Andrea Filecca and Bongani Mpandle. •Epworth School’s Luthando Jackson jetted off to Spain to participate in a classical guitar workshop Carrion de los Condes, Camino de Santiago in Palencia. August •Music enthusiasts came out in numbers to attend the third annual Pietermaritzburg Jazz Festival at the Golden Horse Casino. •The community of Mpumuza was left in shock after a body of 36-year-old Nokuthula Mpanza was found buried under rocks beside a riverbank. •Themba Njilo was sworn in as the new mayor of Msunduzi Municipality. •Umgungundlovu District municipality mayor Thobekile Maphumulo was also sworn in.

September •Commuters from Imbali, Snathing, and other areas had to fork out more after taxi fares increased from 5 September. The fares increased by R1 in all 40 associations under the Umgungundlovu Regional Taxi Council. •Tsepang Ramonene won the 2016 Mandela Day marathon. The Lesotho-born won the race run between Imbali and Howick and walked away with the R100 000 prize money. •Irate Imbali Unit BB residents barricaded the road with rocks and burning tyres over the lack of water in the area. •A 10-year old boy was shot in the mouth with a rubber bullet during a water protest in Willowfontein. •ER24 paramedic Lungelo Sithole was stabbed when he stopped to assist at a motor vehicle collision. •Students from the UKZN Pietermaritzburg campus marched to the provincial legislature rejecting the tuition fee increase of up to eight percent.

November •Charges against murder accused Bonginkosi Shabalala were provisionally withdrawn by the Pietermaritzburg magistrate court due to insufficient evidence. Shabalala was accused of killing Badedile Nthsapa and Phetheni Ngubane who were shot on their way from home from an ANC branch meeting. •Imbali first primary school, Funulwazi celebrated 50 years. The celebrations were attended by MEC for So-

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cial Development Bathabile Dlamini. •President Jacob Zuma visits the Pietermaritzburg city hall to attend the Moses Mabhida region cadre’s forum. •Pietermaritzburg songstress Noma Khumalo (22) is crowned the winner of season 12’s Idols SA competition.

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PMB songstress and winner of 2016 Idols SA

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10yearold Sikhumbuzo Soni who was shot in the mouth during a wa ter protest in Willowfontein

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October •Minister Blade Nzimande attended a launch of the book on the history of the first black high school in Pietermaritzburg, Georgetown high school. •Thousands of Pietermaritzburg residents participated in the first Color Run to come to the city.

•Seven UKZN students who were part of the Fees Must Fall protests were denied bail by the Pietermaritzburg magistrate court. •22-year-old Debra Ngcobo suffered severe wounds after she was burned by a pastor in a healing ceremony in KwaMpumuza. Pastor Sibongiseni Shembe was arrested but charges against him were later withdrawn. PHOTO:FILE

Debra Ngcobo who was se verely burned in the face during a 'healing' ceremony at church.

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Legendary gospel singer Sfiso Ncwane died after a kidney failure.

December •Controversial Mafakatini traditional healer and businessman Mduduzi Manqele (52) is shot and killed in a joint operation by the police. •South African gospel singer Sfiso Ncwane (37) dies following a short illness. The Ncwane family said the Kulungile Baba hit-maker had been diagnosed with kidney failure. •Pietermaritzburg pupil Lusanda Chamane receives a scholarship to attend the Oprah Winfrey Leadership Academy for Girls in 2017. •Maritzburg United Football Club head coach Ernst Middendorp resigns. He resigned after raising concerns around being targeted in the field of play.

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Ernst Middendorp resigned as head coach of Maritzburg United

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‘I would like to wish the Pietermaritzburg community at large a merry Christmas and prosperous New Year. 2016 was not a good year for most people, they should take this time to recharge and come back strong in 2017. This year I decided not to go on vacation, I will be at home with my family.’

NOKUTHULA KHANYILE >>nokuthula.khanyile@media24.com Tis’ the season to be jolly! Maritzburg Echo reporter NOKUTHULA KHANYILE asked prominent people of the city to pass their seasons greetings to Pietermaritzburg residents and also found out what they will be doing on Christmas day.

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‘I want to wish all our fans a peaceful Christmas. People must have fun responsibly and remember that January is around the corner, there should not be unnecessary spending in the euphoria of the festive season. On Christmas day I am going to be home with my family and then later on I’m scheduled to perform at Midmar Dam.’

‘2016 was a very challenging year economically and politically but we must show gratitude to God for seeing us through. I urge people to celebrate in peace and to spread love during this time, especially to those less fortunate. They must be responsible and money must be used wisely. I will be spending Christmas with my family and friends, every year we meet and have a Christmas lunch together after the church service.’

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‘We wish everyone a nice and relaxed holiday season. We urge residents to exercise responsible fun and also be cautious of crimes around this time of the year. Unfortunately the nature of my work does not allow for much family time during the festive season. We have ongoing operations that we will embark on as well as road blocks to ensure people are safe when enjoying themselves.’

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‘I want to wish all the residents of our beautiful city a merry Christmas and happy New Year. I think it’s important around this time for all of us to reflect on the year that was and also plan ahead for the upcoming year. We must also praise God for good health and the gift of life. As per usual I will be at home on Christmas day with my family, luckily I have no performances scheduled on the day.’

Captain Musa Ntombela – Plessislaer police station spokesperson:

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‘I wish all the residents of Msunduzi municipality a merry Christmas and a 2017 filled with many blessings. People that are going to be travelling must take extra caution on the roads and not drink and drive. I will be spending my Christmas with my family in the Eastern Cape but will be back in the city for New Years Eve.’

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‘Firstly, on behalf of Plessislaer police station, I would like to wish all our residents an enjoyable festive season and a prosperous new year. I am going to be spending my Christmas with my family; the Ntombela’s will be hosting their annual yearend function at Lion Park.’

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‘I think the main thing is for people to understand the meaning of Christmas so they celebrate it appro priately. I want to wish everyone a joyous Christmas and prosperous New Year. I am going to be spend ing the day with my family, I am looking forward to preparing Christ mas lunch for them. On 31 December I will be performing at the Umgungundlovu Midmar festival in Howick.’

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IETERMARITZBURG’S songbird Noma Khumalo sometimes has to remind herself she has become the star she is. The 22-year-old, who shot to fame in the recent season of Idols SA, said while people are recognising her in public a lot more, she’s almost “back to normal” after the whirlwind media frenzy and recording studio work that came with the prestigious title. “I’ve mostly been working in Johannesburg, recording my album, working on a Christmas special coming soon on television and doing performance after performance,” said Khumalo, who was relaxing at home with her family on Monday. This is the second time she’s been home since her win. Her previous visit was to the school she taught at, Maritzburg Christian School, for a year-end party with her pupils. She said her schedule is so tight that she had to convince her

manager to permit the visit. Just three weeks after grabbing the Idols SA title, Khumalo’s debut album, Joy, is on sale at music outlets and available for purchase online. “Some places in Johannesburg have already sold out. I’m hoping Pietermaritzburg and KZN follow the same trend,” she said. When asked why she named the album Joy, she said: “Joy speaks of my experience, the feelings I’m left with after Idols … A celebration of Idols and my supporters - because this is not just my victory, it’s everyone’s,” said Khumalo. The 10-track album includes a song with Durban talents Sketchy Bongo and Kyle Deutsch, which Khumalo said was a “learning curve” for her on how to write music.

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“I couldn’t believe that the Sketchy Bongo wanted to work with me! I was overwhelmed, and Rob [Cowling her manager with Gallo Music Records] - made it happen.” When asked how she feels about the amount of travelling that came with her new career, she said: “Flying is not for me … but Rob taught me tricks on how to cope.” And as for being stopped by fans in public, she said: “There are usually swarms of people who want ‘selfies’, which I usually let them take, but sometimes it ends up making me late for gigs or meetings.” While Khumalo has been dealing with being in the limelight in Jozi, her parents had a fair amount of fame to deal with back home. “We have been flooded with messages from people who knew us and congratulated us on our daughter’s achievement. It’s been a wonderful experience - something we did not expect. Noma has become famous and in a sense it made us famous too,” her father, Muntu Khumalo, said. Her brother, Bongumenzi Khumalo, who attends the school she taught at, said: “I’m so happy for her. Everyone at school is happy and excited.” Khumalo said Idols was not on her bucket-list this year, but her pupils encouraged her to go for it after they discussed achieving their dreams. “I’m so grateful to have the chance to be a role model, to encourage my students to reach for the stars and convince them that they can do anything they want to achieve,” she said. Khumalo said she doesn’t know when she will perform again in Pietermaritzburg, but hopes to perform with her band, Acoustiq Assassins, at the Hexagon Theatre in 2017. “While I’m finding my feet everything else is taking a break,” she added.

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Local group is on a mission to be known KAVITHA PILLAY WHEN it comes to musical talent, Pieterma ritzburg is anything but lacking, and Aziwa group who hail from Imbali prove that the city is jampacked with a medley of music offerings. Aziwa, meaning “be known” in Zulu, was formed in July 2008 by three friends Sibonelo Mbatha, Sifiso Khoza and Selby Dumakude who sang at different gospel groups in Imbali. “The name ‘Aziwa’ was chosen because we wanted to be known in the local commu nity to make a positive difference and set an example,” said Mbatha. In 2008 they attempted to make their big break in Johannesburg. “At this point we didn’t have a clue on how to play the game. We were small fish in a big ocean, but we aimed to pursue a career as a group … we had faith,” said Mbatha. Aziwa returned home in 2009 to work on a recording deal with Pietermaritzburg based business Khabozinto Entertainment, with which they recorded and released their debut album, titled Finally. The group has experienced a few changes since then, with new member Phelelani Madlala joining the group to replace Khoza, and signing a record deal with Deep Rhythm Music a Pietermaritzburgbased label that is owned by Mbatha. Aziwa is currently working on their second album, The ReSet Of, which is due for release next year. The group said that this album is in conjunction with their new member and fresh sound.

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Aziwa is a Pietermaritzburgbased vocal group consisting of (from left) Phelelani Madlala, Sibonelo Mbatha and Selby Dumakude. “We tweaked the sound a bit for this album. The first album was too commercial and this one is more deep and spiritual,” said Mbatha. While aiming to include more Afrohouse beats, they will include a few gospel tracks on the album. “We are planning on releasing a doubleCD album one with dance music and the other with soulful Afropop.” One of the tracks from the latest album, You Should have Told Me, can be heard on Ukhozi FM and Metro FM. “We do our own production and songwrit ing,” said Dumakude, who described Mbatha

as “Ngqondongqondo jack of all trades”. Aziwa has shared the stage with big names in the South African music industry including Big Nuz, Ringo Madlingozi and Sifiso Ncwane (who died earlier this month). They performed at events like the Magic Tour and Ukhozi FM’s Nyus’ ivolume and they appeared on the television show Shift on SABC1. “We’re focusing on small projects for now and will be part of the Lifestyle Ekasi Tour, in partnership with Vuma FM, which pro motes upandcoming artists,” said Mxolisi Dumakude, the group’s artist manager.

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Chloe Rahim from Heather Secondary School looked fabulous for her matric dance, which was held at the Golden Horse Casino.

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Grade 9 Grace College pupil, Gugu Gwamanda achieved first place in South Africa in the Zulu Olympiad and was awarded jun ior colours for this out standing achievement at the school’s recent prize giving.

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ITH the 2017 Dusi Canoe Marathon right at our doorstep, favourites Andy Birkett and Sbonelo Khwela said they were expecting the race to be another gruelling competition next year. The 66th edition of the three-day event will start on February 16 at the Natal Canoe Club, at Camps Drift, and finish at Blue Lagoon in Durban on Saturday, February 18, over a total distance of 120 km. The Shongweni valley star - who resumes his search of his first individual victory at the event - said his recent fourth straight victory at the 2016 Umpetha Challenge had given him good confidence ahead of the Dusi. “Preparations are going very well even though I started a bit late in September just before the Fish River Canoe Marathon. I did well there, finishing in the top 10. Winning the Umpetha Challenge again boosted my confidence. “I’ve always wanted to win the Dusi alone since I was introduced to the sport in 2005, but I’ve never come right there. I want to finish first next year. But, we’ll just have to see how I go on the day,” Khwela, who came a gonisingly close to maiden K1 victory in 2013, said. When asked if he was daunted by the prospect of facing six-time Dusi champ Andy Birkett, the 28-year-old replied: “Wow, you know, we’re expecting him to defend his title and that makes it more exciting. I’m definitely looking to go for the win this

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