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10 June
Waterberg celebrates
Ratanang FC’s promotion Mzamane Ringane
Mokopane Ratanang FC made the Waterberg people proud after gaining promotion. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
Congratulations are in order for both the SAFA Waterberg Region and Mokopane’s Ratanang FC, after giving local soccer followers something worth celebrating. The Waterberg team gained promotion into the higher ABC Motsepe League. The provincial play-offs were held at Turfloop’s Oscar Mpetha Stadium in Polokwane, on Saturday, 4 June and Sunday, 5 June. On Saturday Ratanang FC held Sekhukhune Region’s Ditlou FC to a 2-all stalemate during their first game, and later walloped Madritas FC of Vhembe Region 4-3. The Waterberg side confirmed their place in the higher ABC Motsepe League on Sunday after defeating Mopani Region’s Mamaila Citizens FC 3-2. The final match of the day was between Ratanang FC and Capricorn Region’s Molemole Academy FC, where the Waterberg lads whipped their opponents 3-1. Soccer players, referees and officials from various segments of the Limpopo football fraternity observed a moment of silence as a gesture of respect for the late referee Benny Morena, who passed away a day before the play-offs. At the end of the day Ratanang FC gained promotion after obtaining first place with 10 points, with SAFA Limpopo chairperson Jack Maluleka leads other dignitaries during a meet and greet session. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
Molemole Academy FC also gaining promotion with seven points in second place. The SA Football Association in Limpopo was delighted that everything went well during the play-offs, and also thanked all those who supported the event. “The matches started well on the first day and all five matches were played to a finish. On the second day we also had five matches. We are satisfied with the event preparations, the attendance of the supporters and the overall organisation of the tournament. It was a resounding success,” said SAFA Limpopo secretary Pat Seema. SAFA Waterberg Region Regional Executive Officer (REO) Refiloe Khoza was over the moon following Ratanang FC’s victory. Khoza indicated that this year’s regional play-offs displayed a lot of talent, and that it was visible at the time that the Waterberg Region will do well at the provincial level. She congratulated the team for making the region proud and also gave credit to all the Waterberg Region officials and office bearers for their contribution throughout the season. Man of the moment coach Sello Mabitsela who spoke to The BEAT over the loud cheers of supporters, was overwhelmed with excitement. “I am very happy that our boys were promoted, and the cherry on top is that we are number one in the province. I would like to thank everyone who supported us and most importantly our chairman Mokopane Kekana,” he said.
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Intimidation case against Municipal Manager dismissed
Woman up for gun possession his home before stealing some of his personal belongings. The two suspects, and three other men wanted by the police, were arrested on Thursday, 5 May. Maswanganye said that police retrieved four firearms at the scene. The couple’s case is also connected to the major breakthrough that the police made a while ago where firearms were confiscated following the five suspects’ arrest. A break-in took place at Caltex Garage where the suspects allegedly stole the firearms from a safe. Lieutenant-Colonel Phetla said that the suspects also helped themselves to the complainants’ cutlery and camping chairs. He added that the suspects allegedly robbed more than three houses and are still in custody. They are expected to appear before the BelaBela Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 27 June on the case of robbery. Meanwhile, Moyo and her partner will appear in court on Friday, 10 June for the illegal firearm and ammunition possession case. Moyo appeared at the Bela-Bela Magistrates court on Thursday, 2 June, but her case was postponed to Wednesday, 6 July
Lizzy Bapela & Justin Steyn An intimidation case against Municipal Manager Morris Maluleka was dismissed from court. Photo: TK Mashaba Sello Mosweu, Bela-Bela EFF Sub-Regional chairperson, said that he does not plan to accept the dismissal of his case. Photo: TK Mashaba
TK Mashaba A case of intimidation against BelaBela Municipal Manager Morris Maluleka was dismissed on Monday, 6 June, but the complainant, Sello Masweu of the EFF, said that he will not let the case go. Masweu, who is the Sub-Regional Chairperson for the EFF in BelaBela, opened a case against Maluleka on Tuesday, 31 May. He accused Maluleka of intimidation after Maluleka allegedly threatened him during an IDP budget meeting
at the Bela-Bela Community Hall on Thursday, 26 May. Maluleka responded by laying a case against Mosweu for defamation, denying that he had threatened Mosweu, or put his life in danger. Colonel Abel Phetla of the BelaBela police said that there was insufficient evidence to pursue either case in court, and urged the two men to settle the matter out of court. Mosweu told The BEAT that he is still planning to contact his lawyer to proceed with the case. “I don’t understand how such a case can be dismissed; any case of
threat or intimidation should be taken seriously,” said Mosweu. Mosweu said that Maluleka had threatened to “put a blanket on him,” and said that later he received a threatening phone call from an unknown number. He said that during the meeting on Tuesday, 31 June, Maluleka threatened to “deal with him”. The feud started when EFF members disrupted the IDP meetings, demanding the KPMG meeting which, they believe, may implicate Maluleka in some form of wrongdoing. Maluleka could not be reached for comment.
Bela- Bela police search for stolen goods
A woman in Bela-Bela was arrested after she was allegedly found in possession of an illegal firearm. The suspect, 22year-old Siphathisiwe Moyo was arrested at her home in Zuma View section on Thursday, 26 May and led the police to where the firearm was hidden at a house in Leseding. Detectives’ commander Lieutenant-Colonel Abel Phetla said that the police received information about the firearm and followed up on the leads, resulting in the confiscation of the firearm and the suspect’s arrest. On her arrest, the woman was charged with possession of an unlicensed firearm and possession of ammunition. The firearm apparently belonged to Moyo’s boyfriend, Wilson Monjesa (47). They are both Zimbabwean nationals. Maswanganye said that the firearm is linked to a burglary that was committed on Sunday, 1 May, at Buyskop, outside of Bela-Bela. The burglary involved three men, who were said to be illegal immigrants from Zimbabwe, who allegedly tied up resident, José Denabregah, whilst at
Sports store in Bela-Bela hit by robbers
The first house where the police found the alleged stolen goods. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela The police in Bela-Bela arrested Stevens Moses Moraka (35), in connection with house robberies and selling stolen goods to the local residents. The police received information about the suspect and were able to trace him and he was arrested on Thursday, 26 May in the township. Bela-Bela Detectives’ commander Lieutenant-Colonel Abel Phetla said that after his arrest and
The second house, where the allegedly stolen goods were found in the suspect’s absence. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
interrogation, the suspect led the police to the houses he sold the goods to. The BEAT accompanied the police to the houses, where the buyers were also nabbed and the items were confiscated immediately. In two of the houses, the police found the owners and the kitchen utensils that they allegedly bought from the suspect, Moraka. A third occupant and buyer was absent from her house during the raids which all took place the same day as the suspect’s arrest.
Moraka appeared before the BelaBela Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 27 May and his case was postponed to Wednesday, 1 June for formal bail application. He was remanded to police custody when he appeared in court. The police were set to visit another house where they revealed through investigations that the suspect sold a plasma TV to the owner. The house and all the other buyers of the other allegedly stolen goods are all based in Zuma View section.
Total Sports in Bela-Bela has recently fell victim to a robbery in which an estimated 50 smart phones were stolen. Photo Supplied said that additional security Justin Steyn personnel would rather be considered. Total Sports at the Bela-Bela “We haven’t had any serious Mall has been hit by armed incidents in over a year and at robbers. this stage management feels that According to Lieutenantit makes more sense to add Colonel Abel Phetla the incident additional guards instead of occurred on the morning of spending more money on Sunday, 5 June. Phetla said that cameras that will not help to three armed men approached the prevent crime in the area,” he store, drew their guns in front of said customers and stole an Duncan said that their current estimated 30 cell phones and 20 security personnel are revised tablets before fleeing in a getmonthly and have recently even away car. been able to prevent an Phetla said that the police have attempted burglary at night at identified the vehicle which the one of their shops. men used as a silver sedan and “The issue of cameras is still that a fourth person may have on the cards with our been used as a get-away driver. management but at this point we The Mall’s general manager, feel that our guards work more JP Duncan, said that the mall effectively,” Duncan said. has recognized the potential Staff at Total Sports could not need for additional cameras but comment on the matter.
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Residents’ association to contest coming elections Joseph Makhubela’s name has been forwarded as a councillor candidate for Ward 2 and he will be contesting against Councillor Spando Maluleka. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
Lizzy Bapela The Bela-Bela Residents’ Association (BRA) announced that they are going to contest the coming Local Government Elections scheduled for 3 August 2016. The association’s contest will take place in Wards 2 and 7, forwarding the names of Joseph Makhubela for Ward 2 and Pascoe Thubela for Ward 7 as their candidates. The association said that they are not contesting the elections because they are against the ANC, but because they do not approve of the ANC’s alleged violation of procedures with regards to the appointment of candidates. They also said that the ANC imposed some of the candidates on the residents instead of following proper procedures when appointing and introducing them. Spokesperson for the organisation Piet Mabusela and his deputy Given Shima said that they have been asked by the residents to contest the elections since the ANC’s
Pascoe Thubela for Ward 7 will be contesting against Councillor John Sesane in Ward 7. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
processes failed them, resulting in the preferred candidates not being victorious. They added that the residents preferred the association as opposed to joining or voting for other political parties. Mabusela and Shima further said that even though they have the same concerns and grievances as the angry protestors, they are not going to take to the streets like they do in order to raise their grievances, but will do so on the ballot papers during the elections and are expecting positive outcomes. The two said that they are going to meet with residents of the affected wards in order to explain to them their frustrations and intentions. The first meeting will take place on Saturday, 11 June at 14:00 at the local community hall. Meanwhile in Ward 7, two meetings will take place on Sunday, 12 June, with the first one in Tsakane at 10:00 and the second one at the local clinic at 14:00. The association’s manifesto will be announced as their programmes progress.
Councillor Spando Maluleka is one of candidates put forward by the ANC for the coming elections. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
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Bela-Bela budget approved amidst public outcry The Bela-Bela municipality’s final annual budget has been approved last week amidst disruptions, where members of the EFF and other interest groups invaded council meetings and demanded a forensic report where the municipal manager was investigated since March. The budget was allegedly approved during these disruptions. Photo: Andries van der Heyde
Speaker Spando Maluleka told the police that there would be no disruption from the community during the meeting on Friday, 3 June at Bela-Bela Municipality. Photo: TK Mashaba
The community was chanting and singing songs through the municipality buildings after the meeting was postponed. Photo: TK Mashaba
Community members and EFF members in an argument with police at the council chamber Bela-Bela Municipality building. Photo: TK Mashaba Andries van der Heyde After a special council meeting of the BelaBela municipality was held on Friday, 3 June, to discuss the forensic report where the municipal manager, Morris Maluleka, was investigated since March, the public who attended the meeting was left disappointed when they heard that the report wasn’t available. In the same week on Tuesday, 31 May, the Bela-Bela budget for the new financial year was discussed for final approval, but the meeting was interrupted when members of the EFF, Concerned Residents, as well as Change for Bela-Bela disrupted the proceedings which lead to the meeting being postponed. It was then believed that the approval of the budget was scheduled for another day. On Friday the police were called in, just as it happened on Tuesday, after the people of the public were refused access to the municipal building and forced their way towards the council chambers. After the situation calmed, the police left. Despite the public voicing dissatisfaction over the forensic report not being made available, a resolution was taken to invite representatives from KPMG to table the report during another special meeting. The meeting on Friday was adjourned after members of the public became disruptive again. It was then heard afterwards that the budget had already been approved. The BEAT’s sister paper The Post attended both meetings along with other public figures, but because of the disruptions as well as council members trying to carry on through the noise, even a few council members were stunned to hear that the budget had been considered for approval after the meetings took place. Maluleka told The Post that the budget was indeed approved by council on the Tuesday during the disruptions. He said that all the inputs from residents were taken into consideration and that everything was done above board. “Like I said earlier, if the municipality
agrees with the inputs made by the residents during the public participation meetings, changes can be made to the budget. But if certain inputs can’t be applied we will provide reasons why the municipality couldn’t implement the changes.” He said that because of the circumstances of the meetings the council pushed forward to stay within the prescribed time frame to submit the documents to national and provincial treasury. He said that the final budget will be made available soon to the public. “With many people saying they are dissatisfied with the valuation roll, the process is already open for property owners
who wish to object to the values on the valuation roll and are invited to visit the municipality, where a supplementary roll is being compiled.” With the council about to go into recess for the coming municipal elections, Maluleka said that the various heads of the municipal departments will still be available to handle service delivery issues. But the approval of the budget raised a few eyebrows with the Bela-Bela Taxpayers Forum (BBTF) as well as the DA. Kobus van der Merwe, DA councillor said they are against the approval of the budget, and against the increased tariffs for electricity
and water as well as the property rates. He said that they are to meet with Desiree van der Walt, vice chairperson of the DA’s Federal Committee, to discuss possible steps to be taken against the municipality regarding council’s approval of the budget. Frans Rootman, chairperson of the BBTF, has already sent letters asking the minister of Cogta, the MEC of CoGHSTA Limpopo, as well as national and provincial treasury to look into the matter. Concerns remain that council had discussed the final budget for approval, along with the inputs and amendments, without following the correct procedures, Van der Merwe had said.
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DA Chief Whip visits the Waterberg
Desiree van der Walt (DA Political Head for the Phambili Region and DeputyShadow Minister of Education), Rachel Masemola (Bela-Bela Candidate), John Steenhuisen (Chiefwip of the DA), Dingaan Motshwene (Modimolle Candidate) and Jacques Smalle (Provincial Leader DA Limpopo) Marlene Vermaak Candidates and Councillors of the Phambili DA district (Waterberg) were motivated on Thursday, 2 June, by the visit of DA Chiefwip in Parliament, John Steenhuisen. The group came together at the SAVF Hall in Modimolle where Provincial Leader, Jacques Smalle, and Political Head Desiree van der Walt also addressed the crowd about the upcoming Local Government Elections on 3 August 2016. “There are 34 political parties registered for the Municipal election as well as a few independent people, but the DA is one of the parties that have gifted and skilled people at every level of their leadership structure,” said Smalle.
“Currently 48% of the youth in Limpopo are unemployed. This needs to be addressed and changed,” Smalle continued. “The DA is by far not the all-white party that the ANC makes us out to be,” Steenhuisen pointed out. “The DA consist of al lot of individuals who are standing on the proud shoulders of people who fought for a democratic South Africa and continue to do so on a daily basis.” “The DA will govern for all the people of South African and not just for a selected few individuals.” “South Africa is in deep trouble at the moment and most South Africans do not realise how bad it really is but the upcoming local government elections can be an excellent turning point in our country,” Steenhuisen said.
Municipality PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE ON ADOPTION OF THE FINAL IDP/BUDGET FOR 2016-2017 Notice is hereby given in terms of Section 25(4) (a) (i) (ii) (b) of chapter 5, of the Municipal Systems Act 32 of 2000, that the Modimolle Local Municipality has by Special Council Resolutions adopted the following documents for the 2016-2017 Financial Year: • INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN • ANNUAL BUDGET And has noted the: • SERVICE DELIVERY & BUDGET IMPLEMENTATION PLAN Copies of above mentioned documents are available for public inspection at the following municipal offices specified below: Main Office : OR Tambo Square, Harry Gwala Street, Modimolle, 0510 Mabatlane Office : 268 Paul Kruger Street, Mabatlane, 0530 Alma Office : Portion 30 (a portion of 29) of the Farm Koppie Alleen 359 Phagameng Office : Office No1 Joe Slovo Street Modimolle Library : Opposite the Waterberg District Municipal Office Library The document can also be accessed via the Municipal website at: www.modimolle.gov.za. These documents can be inspected during office hours from 07h30 to 16h15. The Civic Centre OR Tambo Square NS BAMBO Harry Gwala Street MUNICIPAL MANAGER MODIMOLLE 0510 (Notice No: 23/2016 - 03/06/2016)
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LEGALS MOOKGOPHONG AMENDMENT SCHEME NO 71 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT OF THE TOWN PLANNING SCHEME IN TERMS OF SECTION 56(1)(b)(i) OF THE TOWN PLANNING AND TOWNSHIPS ORDINANCE, 1986 (ORDINANCE 15 OF 1986) We, MAKAMASI DEVELOPMENT PLANNING, being the authorized agent of the owners of Erf 299 Naboomspruit, hereby give notice in terms of section 56 of TownPlanning and Townships Ordinance, 1986 (Ordinance 15 of 1986) read with Spatial Land Use Management Act 2013, that we have applied to Mookgophong Local Municipality for the amendment of the Mookgophong Land Use Management Scheme, 2010 in operation by the rezoning of the property decribed above from “Residential 1” to “Residential 3” for Residential buildings.
Particulars of the application will lie for inspection during normal office hours at the office of: Land Use Planner/ Manager; Technical Services: Civic Centre, cnr Nelson Mandela & Mookgophong Drive, Mookgophong, for a period of 28 days from the first publications. Objections to or representations in respect of the application must be lodged with or made in writing to the above or be addressed to: The Land Use Planner/Manager, at the above address or at P/ Bag x340, Mookgophong, 0560, within a period of 28 days from the first day of publications. Address of Agent: 120 Viljoen Street, Riviera, 0083, P.O. Box 18510, Pretoria North, 0812, Contacts: 063 045 5619. (03&10/06/16). NOTICE OF SALE IN THE HIGH COURT OF SOUTH AFRICA GAUTENG DIVISION, PRETORIA CASE NO. 47242/2015 In the matter between THE STANDARD BANK OF SOUTH AFRICA LIMITED Plaintiff and SOL-TAK DEVELOPMENTS CC 1st Defendant CHRISTODOULOU: PHIDIAS 2nd Defendant This is a sale in execution pursuant to a judgement obtained in the above Honourable Court on 6th of November 2015 in terms of which the following property will be sold in execution on 22nd of June 2016 at 11h00 by the Sheriff Bela Bela at 52 Robertson Avenue, Bela Bela to the highest bidder without reserve: Portion 120 (A portion of portion 35) of the Farm
Bospoort 450, Registration Division K.R., Limpopo Province Measuring: 8 062 (Eight thousand and sixty two) square metres Held by deed of Transfer T.93011/07 Also known as: Portion 120 (a portion of portion 35) of the Farm Bospoort 450 ZONING: General residential (nothing guaranteed) The following information is furnished but not guaranteed: MAINBUILDING: Vacant land (The nature, extent, condition and existence of the improvements are not guaranteed, and are sold “voetstoots”) The purchaser shall in addition to the Auctioneer’s commission, pay a deposit of 10% of the purchase price in cash or bank guarantee cheque on the day of the sale and the balance against transfer which shall be secured by a Bank or Building Society guarantee in a form acceptable to Plaintiff ’s conveyancers, which guarantee shall be delivered by the Purchaser to the Sheriff within twenty one (21) days from the date of the sale and shall provide for the payment of the full balance and any such interest payable as provided for hereunder. The Rules of this auction is available 24 hours before the auction at the office of the Sheriff of the High Court, Sheriff Bela Bela. The office of the Sheriff for Bela Bela will conduct the sale. Advertising costs at current publication rates and sale costs according to court rules, apply. Registration as a buyer is
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a pre-requisite subject to conditions, inter alia: A) Directive of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008. (URLhttp:// www.info.gov.za/view/ DownloadFileAction?id=99961) B) FICA - legislation i.r.o. proof of identity and address particulars. C) Payment of a Registration Fee of R10 000.00 in cash. D) Registration conditions. The aforesaid sale shall be subject to the Conditions of Sale which may be inspected at the office of the Sheriff of the High Court, Sheriff Bela Bela at 52 Robertson Avenue, Bela Bela. Dated at Sandton this 20th day of May 2016. STRAUSS DALY INC. Plaintiff’s Attorney 10th Floor World Trade Centre Green Park Cnr Lower Road & West Road South Sandton Tel: (010) 201 8600 REF: S1663/7156 C/O STRAUSS DALY ATTORNEYS 38 Ingersol Street Centaur House, Lynnwood Glen Pretoria LIQUIDATION AND DISTRIBUTION ACCOUNTS IN DECEASED ESTATES LYING FOR INSPECTION In terms of section 35 (5) of the Administration of Estates Act, No. 66 of 1965, notice is hereby given that copies of the liquidation and distribution accounts (first and final, unless otherwise stated in the estates specified below will be open for the inspection of all persons with an interest therein for a period of 21 days (or
shorter or longer if specially stated) from the date specified or from the date of publication hereof, whichever may be the later, and at the offices of the Masters of the High Court and Magistrates as stated. Should no objection thereto be lodged with the Masters concerned during the specified period, the executors will proceed to make payments in accordance with the accounts. A. Estate number: 24143/2014 Province: Limpopo Surname: NENGUDZA First names: NYANISI MARIA South African ID number: 420622 0299 084 Last address: Nylstroom / Modimolle B. Complete this section only if deceased was married in community of property First names of surviving spouse: SELA WILSON Surname of surviving spouse: NENGUDZA ID number of surviving spouse: 380123 5127 089 C. Description of Account if other than First and Final: Period of inspection (if other than 21 days): Magistrate’s office: Master’s office: Polokwane Advertiser name: TAMBANI MATUMBA ATTORNEYS Advertiser address: 117 Krogh Street, Louis Trichardt Advertiser email: dakalo@tmlaw.co.za Advertiser telephone: 015 516 6411. CONSENT USE ON PORTION 66 AND 67 THE FARM ROODEPOORT 467 KR, BELA BELA Notice is hereby given in
terms of clause 21 of the Bela Bela Land Use Scheme, 2008, that the undersigned, being the authorised agent, intends applying to the Bela Bela Municipality for special consent to use portions 66 and 67 of the farm Roodepoort 467 KR and/ or buildings thereon for the purpose of a Farm Stall, Place of refreshment, recreation, Tea Garden and ancillary uses. Objections to or presentations in respect of the application must be lodged with or made in writing to: The Municipal Manager at the above address or Private Bag x1609, Bela Bela, 0480, within a period of 28 days from 10 June 2016 Further particulars with regard to the proposed use is obtainable from undersigned GEO PROJECTS, P.O. Box 919, Warmbaths, 0480, Tel: 082 881 7252. (17/6). PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS NOTICE APPLICATION FOR ENVIRINMENTAL AUTHORIZATION PROPOSED BOSVELDSRUS ABATTOIR, LOCATED OUTSIDE OF MODIMOLLE LDEDET REF: 12/9/1-W114 Notice is hereby given in terms of Regulation 41 of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations (2014) promulgated in terms of the National Environmental Mnagement Act, 1998 (Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998) [as amended] for the public participation process for the proposed Bosveldsrus Abattoir.
PROJECT TITLE: Development of the proposed Bosveldsrus Abattoir (small- scale poultry abattoir) located on portion 43 of the farm Donkerpoort 406 KR, Modimolle. Limpopo Province. APPLICANT AND BACKGROUND: The applicant, Bosveldsrus Abattoir, intends to undertake a NEMA BA process for the proposed Bosveldsrus abattoir located outside of Modimolle. PROJECT DESCRIPTION AND LOCATION: The study area is located within the boundaries of the Waterberg District Municipality and the Modimolle Local Municipality. The abattoir will be registered on Portion 43 of the farm Donkerpoort 406 KR, Modimolle, Limpopo Province. The proposed development will be located 7.3 km north west of Modimolle town on the R30 Modimolle Vaalwater road. Genis Consultants CC, as an independent environmental consultant, has been appointed by the Applicant (Bosveldsrus Abattoir), to undertake all the authorizations required for the development for the proposed development. APPLICATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION TO UNDERTAKE THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES: National Envionmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No. 107 of 1998) [as amended] and Environmental Impact Assessments Regulation (2014): Government Notice 983Activity 3: The development and related
operation of facilities or infrastructure for the slaughter of animals with a product throughput of (i) poultry exceeding 50 poultry per day (ii) reptiles, game and red meat exceeding 6 units per day; or (iii) fish, crustaceans and amphibians with a wet weight product throughput of 20 000 kg per annum. Activity 5: The development and related operation of facilities or infrastructure for the concentration of (i) more than 1000 poultry per facility situated within an urban area, excluding chicks; younger than 20 days; (ii) more than 5000 poultry per facility situated outside an urban area, excluding chicks younger than 20 days; (iii) more than 5000 chicks younger than 20 days per facility situated within an urban area; or (iv) more than 25000 chicks younger than 20 days per facility situated outside an urban area. OPPORTUNITY TO PARTICIPATE: In accordance with the above mentioned act, you are hereby invited to register as an Interested and Affected Party (I&APs). If you require any more information regarding the project, or submit your comments, queries and concerns regarding this project to Genis Consultants. To register as an I&AP, and to receive further information please contact us on or before 11 July 2016. CONTACT: YOLANDIE DU PREEZ, GENIS CONSULTANTS CC, Tel: 074 952 7060, Fax: 086 668 9163, Email: yolandiedup@gmail.com Postal: P.O. Box 3607, Mokopane, 0600gt
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MEC addresses Waterberg business community Mzamane Ringane
MEC Seaparo Sekoati, Waterberg District Municipality Executive Mayor Tlotalanang Mogotlane and Modimolle Mayor Kgaretja Lekalakala arriving at the event. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
Limpopo MEC for Economic Development, Environment and Tourism Seaparo Sekoati visited Modimolle on Monday 6 June, to address SMME’s and the broader business fraternity. The event was held at Modimolle’s OR Tambo Hall, where emerging business people from various parts of the Waterberg packed the venue for this huge event. Limpopo Gambling Board, Industrial Development Corporation, SEDA, LEDA, Modimolle Local Municipality and Waterberg District Municipality were part of the stakeholders who formed part of the event. During her welcome address, Modimolle Mayor Kgaretja Lekalakala took the opportunity to
Modimolle based Outreach Fellowship Ministry’s worship team during their electrifying performance. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
remind members of the community that 3 August was the most important date on this year’s calendar. She said that members of the community must diarize the date, and go to the polls in large numbers on that particular date to cast their vote. MEC Seaparo Sekoati thanked all the dignitaries and members of the business community for attending this significant event. He expressed gratitude to all other stakeholders who took time off to attend this event. The MEC stated that the business community still has a lot do, and indicated that events of this nature creates a platform for interaction and to also share important information with those who are in the business sector. “The purpose of this gathering has been outlined already. However, it is important as well to understand that we are meeting during the youth month. A month in which we are able to look back, a month in which we are able to start evaluating the programmes that we are implementing for our young people. Youth month is important for us as government, and not only as
SAPS take girl children to work Children from the Ratanang Daycare visited the local police station for the campaign. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
Bela-Bela police station commander Colonel Lindie Marx interacted with the children during their visit at the station. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
The SAPS Modimolle hosted learners from local high schools for the Take a girl-child to work Day campaign Photo supplied Lizzy Bapela The SAPS in Modimolle and BelaBela lived up to the “Take a girlchild to work” Day and hosted children from their localities as part of the campaign. The main objective of the events was to expose the girl children to the day-to-day lives of police officers and officials at the work place and to show them all the different aspects of police work. The SAPS Modimolle hosted learners from Modimolle’s Solomon Mahlangu and Phagameng high schools on Wednesday, 24 May, an
event which was rated a success. The learners were taken through to various departments in the institution, with representatives of the visited departments facilitating. The learners found the visit beneficial, as it taught them many facts they did not know relating to police work. Some of the learners showed interest in pursuing a career in law enforcement when they had finished their schooling. Meanwhile in Bela-Bela, children from the Ratanang Daycare centre were bussed to the local police station on the day, Friday, 27 May as part of the campaign. Police spokesperson Constable Maria
Bela-Bela police spokesperson Constable Maria Maswanganye taught the children about police work including protecting children from abuse. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Maswanganye facilitated the visit, taking the children through all the offices at the station and explain what each office is for. The visit ended at the Victims Empowerment centre, where the children were told all about the centre and the services that they offer. The children responded very well to the teachings and even sang songs about child abuse, pointing out what to do when abused. They also sang for the station commander Colonel Lindie Marx, when they reached her office and she gave them mini hampers containing goodies suitable for children their age.
government, but as the society and as local communities. We are all aware that young people are a formidable force in terms of numbers when it comes to statistics in our communities,” MEC Sekoati said. The MEC also indicated that the Limpopo government would identify programmes that would alleviate unemployment among young people. He said that the government alone cannot grow the economy without working with entrepreneurs and the broader business community. MEC Sekoati said that as government, they are willing to work together with all other stakeholders to take the economy of Limpopo to new heights. The people who attended the meeting were later divided into three groups and formed commissions to interact on issues relating to Economic Development, Environment and Tourism. Modimolle based Outreach Fellowship Ministry’s worship team enthralled the audience with their melodic voices. The group was led by recording artist Tiisetso Motjetje, backed by Prudence Mulaudzi, Nomsa Soul, Efenia Mpete and Thapelo Maluleka.
DA concerned by CoGHSTA’s non-compliance in tender processes Response is awaited from CoGHSTA provincial spokesperson Motupa Selomo following concerns raised by the DA. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
Lizzy Bapela The DA in Limpopo expressed their deep concern following the Department of Co-operative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs’ (CoGHSTA) admission to noncompliance with regards to the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment (BBBEE) Act and Preferential Procurement Regulations (PPR). The party states that the findings in the report on implementation of the Auditor General’s findings are a worrying development. They further emphasized that the BBBEE and PPR are mechanisms put in place to create opportunities for the historically disadvantaged and as such should be strictly adhered to in procurement processes. “The Department seeks to create 80 000 housing opportunities in the province by 2019 and the failure to follow supply chain processes undermines its ability to perform its core function. It also fails to promote fairness and transparency,” said the party’s Member of the Provincial Legislature and provincial spokesperson on CoGHSTA Jacques Smalle. “The report also points to the fact that the current tender system is
susceptible to abuse, corruption and manipulation. It is unacceptable that housing tender regulation and due process are manipulated or not followed. CoGHSTA’s failings are further compounded by the fact that a housing grant of R560 million was surrendered for the year under review because conditions of the grant were not met,” Smalle said. The DA said in a statement that the underspending of the housing grant results in underachievement of project targets and a lack of service delivery. The grant, they said, could have created opportunities, more sustainable human settlements, as well as restored dignity to the beneficiaries of the housing. “The lack of supply chain and procurement compliance and the underspent of housing grants requires for the responsible officials to be subjected to disciplinary processes and be held accountable. The glaring lack of oversight by senior management is also clear. The DA believes in adhering to procurement processes in line with the BBBEE and PPR policy as they create opportunities for historically disadvantaged people. We also believe in fairness and transparency in all procurement processes,” Smalle continued to say. The DA urged CoGHSTA to adopt an open tender process similar to the one adopted by the DA run Western Cape. By the time of going to press, CoGHSTA provincial spokesperson Motupa Selomo had not responded to the statement.
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Comrades Marathon runners share their stories Modimolle Addicted to Life athletes (from left) Ezekiel Moatshe, Gerhard Roets, Lucas Seleka (green number achiever), Ntsako Maswanganyi, Rodney Malatji, Mike Selamolela and Samson Mabiya. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
Mzamane Ringane The BEAT spoke to Modimolle-based Addicted to Life athletes, following the 2016 Comrades Marathon and they had interesting stories to share. Coach Ezekiel Moatshe said “I was running for the fifth time during this year’s Comrades Marathon. The competition is tough there, but better when you prepared enough. What I like about this competition is that once you
complete your race, you feel like you are on top of the world. “We must always think sports. I am actually 46 but I look 10,” Moatshe said with a giggle. “I was very excited, and the starting point was a very emotional moment for me because it felt like a once in a lifetime event. Unfortunately, not finishing the race was very disappointing, but I will put in a sport spirit and try again next year,” said Gerhard Roets.
“It was my first Comrades Marathon. At first I was too excited at the starting line. The national anthem and the Shosholoza song triggered my energy. After 76 km’s I was telling myself that I am not coming back here next year, but when I got to the finish line, I saw my team members cheering and singing. Those were the happiest moments,” Ntsako Maswanganyi said. “I was nervous because it was my first time, and at times I thought that I was not going to make it to the finish line. The feeling of running Comrades Marathon is something that you cannot express to anyone, it’s in you. I set a target of finishing my race in 9 hours, and I managed to finish in 9 hours
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and 20 minutes,” Rodney Malatji told The BEAT. “I was doing my 8th Comrades Marathon, and I got a silver medal. I am going to train harder and ensure that I get better results next year. I love Comrades Marathon and I am also looking forward to next year’s competition,” Mike “Boss Mike” Selamolela said. Samson Mabiya said “I was participating in this race for the fourth time. I completed it in 10 hours and 45 minutes. I enjoyed it because I started preparing for it since last December. I am looking forward to my fifth race, and targeting to finish in 10 hours and 15 minutes.” Lucas Seleka said “I was doing my 10th race this year, got the green number and I am happy for that. What I like about this event is that the support from people in Durban is great and that’s a motivation. I am encouraging everyone out there to come and join us. We are hoping to fill a bus to Durban next year.”
Magezi hope for Limpopo ahead of ABC playoffs Players like this of Terrors are under a dark shadow waiting for their fate as the promotional play offs are underway. Photo: TK Mashaba
Limpopo handball players during the pre-selections held in Bela-Bela recently. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
Lizzy Bapela Bela-Bela hosted the handball preselections games for the trials that will determine players who will represent South Africa in Cameroon, a tournament scheduled to take place in August 2016. The pre-selections took place at Mmamakwa Full-Service School on Wednesday, 1 June. Targeted were male and female players who will be battling it out representing Limpopo at the trials. Also, a team to depart for Cameroon will be made out of players for the Under 18 boys’ and girls’ category, whilst the Under/19 females and 20 male players will take part in the Zone 6 trophy challenge. The tournament is scheduled to take place in September
and the Zone 6 countries consist of South Africa, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Angola and Mozambique. Ntombana Blom from the Handball Coaching Commission graced the event to scout the players and was very much impressed with what she saw while scouting. She highlighted the fact that Limpopo as a whole has developed a lot nowadays, especially now that they are able to have different age groups, as compared to previously. She added that the sport is developing and the players have also improved, meaning that Limpopo is doing well in terms of the sport. Handball fanatic Thabo Baloyi commended the players for their hard work and dedication during the games, saying that he was really impressed of the way they conducted themselves as
well. He added that during all these years that he served in the federation, he knows that the players especially those from his home province Limpopo never disappoint. “The players are very much disciplined and easy to work with. They listen and respect you when you teach them anything about the sport. They do not think they know better that you or anything. That is what makes me enjoy working with young people and ensuring that they do not stay in one place but also reach higher standards or heights,” said Baloyi. The names of the players that were selected during the pre-selection games will be revealed as soon as the coaching commission has made their decision.
Frans Morwewa, Jim Sehlare en Wilson None from Laerskool Alma respresented their school at the district’s Under-13 soccer trials which were held on Friday, 20 May at Mamakwa Primary School at BelaBela. Their coach, Patrick Moeta from Laerskool Alma, is also the cluster and district coach, and accompanied them to the trials. Jim is planning to represent his school at the provincial level on Friday, 10 June, in Polokwane.
TK Mashaba Limpopo’s Magezi FC had a tremendous season in the ABC Motsepe League. This Moletjiebased team relies on players like Sekhale Mhlabathi, Wonderboy Makhubu, and Dibate Mahlakwana, to take them through to the playoffs. “Mhlabathi and Makhubu scored the winning goals against the Bees during the first round in the Nedbank Cup,” said the team’s coach Jacky Ledwaba. “They are on top form and we hope that they will deliver the same level of play in the matches to come.” If Magezi plays well in the playoffs on 13 to 19 June in
Bloemfontein, the team has a chance of being promoted into the National First Division. The overall winner of the ABC Motsepe League will win entry into the NFD and a cool R1 million in prize money, while runners-up will be pocketing R500 000. Bela-Bela’s Terrors FC’s fate in the ABC Motsepe League hangs on Magezi. The two lowestranking teams in the ABC Motsepe League will be relegated to the SAB Regional League, to be replaced by the two top teams from that league. Terrors and Mokopane’s Mosesetjane All Stars are the lowest-ranking teams in the ABC Motsepe League, and both teams are staring relegation in the face.