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The BEAT 12 January
Community newspaper
WHITES voting ANC? In a groundbreaking snap survey, The BEAT gives you a rare glimpse as to what was going on in the minds of our white compatriots after Cyril Ramaphosa triumphed as the new leader of the ANC. See page 3 for the full report.
There is renewed hope for slight improvement in job prospects for school-leavers depending on political decisions going forward. In the picture are participants during a workbased education programme at Sondela Nature Reserve and Spa Photo: Supplied
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CRIME
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Desperate search for missing Modimolle priest
Strange murder in Spa Park Justin Steyn The police at Bela-Bela have confirmed the discovery of the remains of a male person, against the backdrop of questionable circumstances. Lieutenant-Colonel Abel Phetla said the body was discovered on the outskirts of Spa Park. He said the body was apparently that of a local shopkeeper between the ages of
30 and 42, and was discovered near bushes in an open grassland area on Sunday, 7 January. “The victim was discovered with his mouth, feet and hands tied together. The discovery was made by a passer-by who cannot be named,” he said. Phetla said that a post-mortem is expected to be conducted during the past week to determine the cause of death. He said that no arrests have been made and investigations were ongoing.
EFF suspends land invasions Ngobeni was the applicant. On Tuesday, 9 January, Moswoeu told The BEAT While avoiding matters land invasions locally were related to the judicial being suspended as a token principle of sub judice, the of respect to the court Economic Freedom Fighters processes. (EFF) at Bela-Bela moved He charged that the EFF swiftly to suspend its land would press home demands invasion campaign. for the land audit, alleging In the meatime, said local some of the erf owned by branch co-ordinator, Sello ANC councillors was Moswoeu, the red berets allegedly obtained illegally. would push for a land audit, The audit, he said, needed with emphasis on land to probe certain aspects such owned by ANC councillors. as proof of payment. Moswoeu was expected to Moswoeu said he found it appear before the Bela-Bela ironic that ANC councillors Magistrate’s Court mid-week were oppsed to the EFF’s on charges related to land invasions, while they trespassing. themselves had obtained Bela-Bela Mayor Jeremiah land, allegedly illegally. Justin Steyn
Modimolle’s One Body Church Reverend Oubaas Jonas Mokau. Photo: Supplied
Hometown think-tank in ANC NEC Lizzy Bapela
Mzamane Ringane The community of Modimolle, with the help of the local police, continues with a desperate search to find the missing church elder, Reverend Oubaas Jonas Mokau. The clergyman went missing on Tuesday, 26 December. Members of the community at the Phagameng Township have since dedicated their time in helping the police and the family, to look for
the 75-year-old pensioner. The One Body Church minister was last seen on the Day of Goodwill last month. It is alleged the old man was last seen by his family after he left his home to visit his sister and did not reach his destination. “The victim is tall, slim and dark in complexion. He is also a wellknown reverend from One Body Church at Modimolle,” Limpopo police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Moatshe Ngoepe, said.
When he was last seen, Reverend Mokau was wearing black trousers with a long-sleeved maroon shirt, and blue slippers. Anyone with information which can assist the police on the whereabouts of the missing person may contact Detective Constable Criste de Lange on 078 813 3621 or the crime stop number on 08600 10111. Alternatively, those with information can send an SMS on the crime line 32211 or visit the nearest police station.
The crème de la crème of Limpopo politics – among them Bela-Bela’s Pinky Kekana – have pride of place in the newly-elected national executive committee of the ANC. A total of 14 politicians from the home province were elected into the all-powerful ANC NEC. The politicians from Limpopo elected into the NEC were a potpourri of populists and downright intellectuals, such as policy guru Joel Netshitenze. Former Waterberg District Executive Mayor, Pinky Kekana, was at an impressive number 47 on the 80-member strong NEC. Crowd favourite, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, was elected at number 28 on the list, while David Masondo received the highest votes at number three. Former Reserve Bank Governer, Tito Mboweni, a strong voice within the
#ZumaMustGo campaign, was elected at number 11, followed by International Relations Minister, Maite Nkoana-Mashabane. Founding Limpopo Premier, Ngoako Ramatlhodi, also a strong supporter of BelaBela’s Cyril Ramaphosa, was at number 35. The popular Joe Maswanganyi was placed at number 49, with Thandi Mahambehlala at 58. Former Limpopo Sports MEC, Dipuo Letsatsi-Duba, and former MEC for Social Development, Health and Agriculture, Dikeledi Magadzi, were elected at numbers 64 and 65 respectively. Public Administration Faith Muthambi as well as former Deputy Minister of Water and Environmental Affairs, who is also former Minister of Arts and Culture, Rejoice Mabudavhasi, were elected at numbers 74 and 75 respectively.
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NEWS
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Whites may give ANC of Ramaphosa their vote Lizzy Bapela Community leaders across the Waterberg anticipate scores of white people who voted for the ANC of Mandela, might as well consider giving their vote to the ANC of Cyril Ramaphosa. Businesswoman and journalist, Bea Emslie, said she was on holiday in Namaqualand when the results were announced. “I spent a considerable period of time sitting in the car, waiting for the results (of the ANC elective conference) with bated breath,” she said. Emslie said she and her husband, Dr Victor Emslie, were baffled to realise that the Coloured workers employed by the lodge in Namaqualand were somewhat disinterested in the proceedings at Nasrec. She said the employees were stony-faced when she rushed from the vehicle to break the news that Ramaphosa was the newlyelected president of the ANC
Businessman and social activist NJ van Heerden. Photo supplied Businesswoman and journalist, Bea Emslie. Photo: TK Mashaba
DA Ward Councillor Kobus van der Merwe At the dawn of democracy, white people in great numbers gave their vote to the ANC of Mandela, and to some extent, Thabo Mbeki. DA Ward Councillor, Kobus van der Merwe, observed that there were indeed many white people who voted for the ANC of Mandela, and did not rule out the possibility of some of these people giving Ramaphosa the benefit of the doubt. “I believe many would be willing to vote for the ANC because they had trust in the party during Mandela’s era,” he said. Van der Merwe cautioned, however, that Ramaphosa needed to go the extra mile and work hard to regain the trust of potential voters. “The number of voters (for the ANC) scaled down, and trust was lost during (incumbent President) Jacob Zuma’s era,” he said. To the contrary, Waterberg District Executive Mayor and ANC regional chairperson, Morris Mataboge, said he did not believe there were any white people who voted for the ANC of Mandela, nor would they vote for the ANC of Ramaphosa. Businessman and Change for Bela-Bela pioneer, NJ van Heerden, said he was personally convinced Ramaphosa would be a responsible leader, who should put people above self-enrichment. “Well, I for one would definitely be more open to it as I believe in him,” he said. Van Heerden called on Ramaphosa and the new ANC leadership to consider changing the the concept of Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) to Poor Economic Empowerment (PEE), in order to remove the race-based innuendo from the broader programme. At national level, Roelf Meyer, who worked closely with Ramaphosa to compose the Constitution, predicted a better outlook for the ANC ahead of the national elections in 2019. He cautioned, however, that Ramaphosa faced a number of challenges, among them, the composition of the top six, and also the balance of power within the ranks of the NEC.
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GOVERNMENT / POLITICAL
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Bouncing New Year’s Day babies for 2018! Bela-Bela Mayor Jeremiah Ngobeni and his entourage handed over gifts to the babies and their moms. Photo supplied
Lizzy Bapela Bela-Bela Mayor Jeremiah Ngobeni extended well wishes to all residents and ratepayers of the Bela-Bela Local Municipality.
As part of his mayoral outreach on New Year’s Day, Ngobeni visited the local hospital to welcome New Year babies, and shower them with gifts. During his visit, the mayor was accompanied by ward councillors, Lerato Modimola and
Bonini Malete. Management from the Bela-Bela casino, Gold Rush, were also present during the visit as the main funders of the presents handed over to the babies and their proud mothers. The presents include nappies, sanitary towels
and toiletries for both baby and mom. Three babies, two boys and a girl were welcomed on New Year’s Day, with Ngobeni and his entourage extending presents to other five babies who were born just before the magic number day.
Gumaru Da G.O.D release second album Social scene to buzz again Hlongwane’s second album cover sleeve. Photo Supplied
TK Mashaba Bela’Bela’s Johannes Hlongwane, otherwise known as Gumaru Da G.O.D, has released his second hip hop album called Path Of Destruction.
Path of Destruction is a follow-up to the artist’s firsdt release, Straight From The Heart Hlongwane told The BEAT he was ready for the formal launch of the album shortly. His first labum sold an impressive 200 copies. “Although it was my first album, I pushed beyond the boundaries, performing with better known artists such as Trompies during the 2015 Media Bash,” Hlongwane explained. He worked with producer Madlisa and Abie-Cai and the music had pride of place on a Lephalale FM music show. He said plans were in the pipeline to shoot a music video from Path of Destruction. One of the tracks was a tribute to his late working partner, Tiego Carlos Makwela, otherwise known as Silver Banton.
Heal Our Land prayer service Khomotso Koka performs during the recent event in Mookgophong. Photo supplied
Mzamane Ringane The community of Mookgophong recently converged on the local community hall during the December holidays, to pray for both the locals and those who are far and wide. The Heal Our Land worship experience was hosted by KK Productions, where members of the audience were also enthralled with musical performances. The Mookgophong based events management company, KK Productions, is the brainchild of the local Khomotso Koka. Koka told The BEAT that they felt there
was a need for divine intervention in Mookgophong and surroundings, due to the high rate of, among other social ills, alcohol and drug abuse. The prayer event also served to make a plea for divine intervention, following sporadic incidents of human trafficking cases across the country. “We appreciate the support from the locals and also those who came from the surrounding areas. It is important for us to join hands in prayer, as these unfortunate incidents are affecting us all,” he said. KK Productions in partnership with comedian Multi B’s Guess What Entertainment are currently working around the clock to prepare for this year’s Back to School Gospel event. The event which was scheduled to be held at Mookgophong Primary School, would serve to collect and donate school uniforms to learners who are in need. “It is important for us as people to always share the little that we have with those who are in need. When I was still at primary school, it pained me to see my friends (going about barefoot) while I was wearing shoes. I would take off my shoes and put them away so that we can be equal in everybody’s eyes. This is why we are now trying to close the gap,” Koka told The BEAT.
DJ Da Lootz during a visit to Chesanyama at Bela-Bela. Photo: TK Mashaba
TK Mashaba The entertainment circuit was expected to continue to go into higher gear in the year 2018, with new kid on the block, Lerato’s Pub ‘n Grill at Bela-Bela township, opening its doors to fun lovers. Lerato’s Pub ‘n Grill has lined up theme evenings starting from Thursday, 11 January, with a hip-hop night special, featuring local artists such as Majankrapa. In December the local Chesanyama had revellers screaming for more, with the visit of Pretoria deejay, Dayo Morris (aka Da Lootz), who returned to the venue by popular public demand. Going forward the Chesanyama management had plans to bring more guest deejays from other provinces, which also hosted Polokwane’s deejays Miss Groovesoul and Iggy Da Gruv, and also Gauteng’s Sonik DJ.
Club Paradise was steadily re-positioning itself for a series of live performances, such as the club had with the visit of sensational Modimolle-based TRV. Leratos Pub ‘n Grill, the new trendy joint at Bela-Bela township, featured the Afro-pop and jazz Sol Shibambu Live Band too. The pub owner, Lerato Masemola, said she was lining up various themes, starting with hip-hop nights on Thursdays, featuring local artists. Fridays would offer revellers a ladies’ night theme, with a happy hour offering discounts on certain drinks. On Saturdays the Lerato Pub ‘n Grill planned to feature resident deejays, playing mainly house music. She said on Sunday the venue planned to offer soul and jazz music. Modimolle’s Hapido Café also attracted more fun-loving customers, and has also emerged as one of the hottest venues.
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Slight hope for job-hunting school-leavers in tourism
Waiters John Mahlangu and Tsholofelo Motsepe serve champaigne at Sondela Nature Reserve and Spa. Photo: Supplied foreign investors were awaiting the announcement of the new ANC leadership, to consider both the Waterberg and the broader Property experts in the Waterberg were South Africa as an investment destination. cautiously optimistic for a possible uptick Loua Boshoff of RE/MAX at Bela-Bela and across the regional marketplace, with the Modimolle predicted “little change” in the potential for improved prospects on the jobs property market for the forthcoming year, front. despite the leadership change in the ANC. However, school-leavers emerging from the He cautioned that the expropriation of land improved matric results need to consider without compensation rhetoric, emerging acquiring a cross-section of skills to take from the mid-December ANC elective advantage of the promising prospects, such as conference, triggered added uncertainty for health and wellness training. potential investors. A snap survey by The BEAT found that Boshoff said property investments in farms leaders in the property market were had barely changed since the announcement anticipating slightly better days ahead, of Ramaphosa as ANC president. depending on what kind of political and “The issue of landgrabs leaves for much to economic cards would be played by Cyril be discussed for investors looking at Ramaphosa, and the broader incoming ANC agricultural properties. Despite the victory for leadership. Ramaphosa, there is still much that needs to Experts in the marketplace were asked be discussed in the ANC. Will they consider whether investments executing landgrabs in the property along with the EFF? Experts in the market had This is a major factor marketplace were asked increased, fluctuated that can have a major whether investments in or declined. impact on a stable the property market had Bela-Bela Aida market,” he said. increased, fluctuated or Real Estate head, However, Boshoff declined. Annelie Botha, said that a slight observed that increase in Ramaphosa had triggered a sense of residential property may occur in the coming “investement trust” in the regional and year as soon as the embattled President broader national economy. Jacob Zuma was removed, or voluntarily She anticipated a positive outlook for resigned. property values nationwide. South Africans across the country saw a Botha warned, however, that it was too soon strengthening in the local economy since the to determine whether or not there would be a announcement of Ramaphosa’s ascension to “definite” increase in property investment president of the ANC. going forward. The rand continued to rally into 2018, with Economists across the spectrum have fuel prices dropping to the relief of road observed that many potential local and users all-round. Justin Steyn
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LETTERS Igniting ‘krekets’ in Pretoria on New Year’s Eve his inner circle may have given some form of It is Monday 8 January and we are back at idea as to what’s next for the embattled The BEAT offices, pounding on the Jacob Zuma. computer keyboards, following a wellAs your favourite read, we shall also deserved festive break. continue to try and find meaning as to what I personally spent much time with family at effect would Ramaphosa have on both the the Coloured township of Eersterust, east of regional and local economy and, of course, Pretoria. the broader political landscape. The so-called brown Afrikaners, especially Also, we wondered out loud whether the my little nephew, Kilroy, and niece, thousands of white, Coloured and Indian Innocentia, have never failed to amaze me. people who voted for the ANC of Mandela Kilroy had finally got his bicycle, while in great numbers, but switched their votes Innocentia did not, like Christmases past, after Zuma, would bother Oupa Johnny to consider giving the “koop bullets vir my gun” ANC of anymore. Ramaphosa the Before you mistake me for benefit of doubt. a Coloured person, what On another happened was that some personal level, I years ago my uncle and was oh so humbled aunt, the late Jeff and Ann when a Ntsele, relocated from the Johannesburgtownship of Mamelodi, to based Sunday neighbouring Eesterust. broadsheet The main reason was that newspaper, the couple had joined a targeted at the religion called the highest end of the Bahaula, who are largely English-reading concentrated in Eesterust market, and the Indian suburb of LETTER FROM THE EDITOR commissioned me Laudium. But I digress. to write a tribute Naturally, my nephews, for the late Mongezi and Jabulani, Professor Keorapetse Kgositsile, exwent to school at the local laerskool and husband to National Assembly Speaker, hoërskool. Baleka Mbete. In their matured years the two boys got The tribute was based on my chanced hooked up with Coloured girls and fathered encounter with South Africa’s foremost the wonderful kids I spent Christmas with. poet. While I was around Bela-Bela over On his return from exile, he had summoned Christmas, I spent a few days with family in me to the late Dolly Rathebe’s top-class Eesterust over the New Year period. shebeen to talk about my passion as a word I also spent some time at auntie Paulina’s artist. place next door whereby, with cigarette dangling between her fingers, auntie Chandy Reporter Mzamane Ringane says he spent the holidays with family partying the nights away. complained about a downpour on Saturday Lizzy Bapela tells me she spent most of the 30 December. Yuletide festivities indoors. How were we all going to light up “krekets” Party animal TK Mashaba spent part of his (firecrackers) at midnight the following day festive holidays in Bela-Bela, and also in the (31 December), with all that rain, she tribal village of Pankop, east of Pienaarsrivier. wondered. On the news gathering front, the Ramaphosa Justin Steyn pulls faces, mumbling that he had narrative continues to fire the imagination of to spend time with his in-laws in Krugersdorp. Let me take this opportunity to welcome you both friend and foe. As you read this, the new ANC president and back to your ever vibrant read. Write to the Editor at beateditor@gmail.com or PO Box 16 Bela-Bela 0480.
Child friendly at Panarotis Twanet van der Linde, Bela-Bela writes: Many moms often find themselves looking for places to go to which entertain children and provides a small breath of relief to mothers. The Panarotis at Bela-Bela provided just that with their great service when we frequented them during December. Granted, the shop is part of a massive franchise but this place stands out from the crowd when it comes to service and providing a lot of wowness for kidz. My husband and I have recently started troubling the pizzeria with our demanding selves. However when our tummies get slightly rumbly we are left scratching our heads when on the lookout for a place that caters for my baby daughter with her busy little hands and feet. When going to public eating esatablishments in town, we are often left playing tetris trying to fit a baby stroller or carrier into a crowded area, hence why we sit outside most of the time. After much internal deliberation, and other takeout exhaustions, we decided to
purposely pester Panarottis . One hell of a lasting impression was made. Upon our arrival, staff immediatly took the onus on themselves to assist with my daughter as far as seating arrangements are concerned. They never complained or showed any form of dismay at our loud baby-saurus for sitting inside with her hungry parents. Each waiter greeted us and made us feel welcome, not something we have experienced much in other places. I recall a particular evening when our loyal serving waiter offered to bring our little lexi some cow-milk to drink, as mentioned before no other place has ever offered to do this. However my daughter is only on baby formula and just started to eat some veggies, we sadly declined the offer. The point that I am making is that they went out of their way to make us feel welcome and took such care of us and the little feet. And oh, their managers have absolutely been amazing for answering all our questions. To the staff and management of Panarotis you are all awesome.
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Some of the participating teams at the Mayor’s contest. Photo: Supplied
The Mayor handed a trophy to the champions. Photo: Supplied
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CHARITY / ENTERTAINMENT / SCHOOL
Here is the festive season partying in pictures
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Photos: TK Mashaba
Nkhensani Nkuna blows a cloud of smoke into the open air.
Dancers go through their paces backing up Matrata during a performance at Lerato’s Pub ‘n Grill.
A boy watches in awe as dare-devils burn rubber during the festive season.
Revellers take pictures of the moon shining behind a cover of grey clouds on New Year’s Eve.
The eccentric Matrata performs with an umbrella held over his head.
Chamber the rapper during a performance at Lerato’s Pub ‘n Grill.
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Kamplits Ladies Volleyball Club for Egypt TK Mashaba After a good performance by the Bela-Bela Kamplits Ladies Volleyball Club in Zimbabwe, the ladies were now scheduled to fly to Egypt in March for the continental club championships starting from 1 to 15 March. The local ladies did well and came out third in Zimbabwe, winning a bronze medal each. The Kamplits Men’s Club was not that lucky in Zimbabwe, obtaining 15th position from a total of 18 teams. The tournament in Zimbabwe featurted the local teams, South Africa, Lesotho, Mozambique and Malawi. The boys’ team obtained 15th position out of a total of 18 teams. The boys in the meantime were in the process of preparing for the national volleyball league, scheduled to kick off in early February at Durban’s Unversity of Westville campus. Kamplits Volleyball Club head coach, Levy Thantsha, said the results were tantamount to mixed fortunes.
Kamplits Ladies Volleyball team is headed for Egypt. Photo supplied.
Waterberg SAB Regional League’s second round fixtures commence Mzamane Ringane The second round of the Waterberg’s SAB Regional League was expected to commence this weekend, with fixtures scheduled to take place on Saturday, 13 January, across all three streams. In Stream A, sixth-placed Bussel FC was scheduled to do battle with Bela Bela Pirates FC, third on the logh standings, at Modimolle’s Tankeng Grounds. Across town at Modimolle, local struggling Troublemakers FC and fifthplaced Home Defenders FC were expected to lock horns at the Ephraim Mogale Stadium. Seabe village boys, Opleft United FC, at number 10 on the log standinsgs, was scheduled to travel to Modimolle to honour a tough away fixture against Celtic FC. Waterberg SAB Regional League Stream A log leaders, Modimolle Boys 2 Men FC, was fixtured to host second-placed Diesel N Dust FC of Bela Bela, in what was obviously a battle for league honours. Tail-enders, Maxoma FC were scheduled to travel to Rapotokwane for an engagement with Qualitho FC. In the higher ranks of SA football, the ABSA Premiership resumed last weekend with Limpopo’s Polokwane City FC shocking log leaders Mamelodi Sundowns FC with
The SAB League will resume this weekend following a December holidays break. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
a 3-2 drubbing on Saturday, 6 January. It was a sad day for Baroka FC of Ga Mphahlele, following a 3-1 walloping at the hands of Orlando Pirates FC. Polokwane City FC was on the eleventh position on the PSL league log standings, with Baroka FC sitting on position eight. The National First Division was scheduled to resume fixtures this forthcoming weekend, with a Limpopo derby between sixth-placed Tshakuma Tsha Madzhivhandila FC and the eighthplaced Black Leopards FC of Thohoyandou. The mouthwatering fixture, which was anticipated to produce exciting outcomes, was scheduled to take place at Giyani Stadium on Sunday, 14 January.