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Lizzy Bapela
Sunday 7 October Two people were arrested for allegedly stealing railways sleepers in Pienaarsrivier. Police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Maxwell Nkanyane, said that the suspects were stealing the sleepers between Sunday, 7 October, and Monday, 8 October. Nkanyane said there were eight suspects at the scene and six of them fled when the police chased after them. The two suspects were denied bail when they appeared before the Bela Bela Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 9 October. Nkanyane said that one of the suspects is from Mozambique, while the other one is from Zimbabwe and they are currently residing in Ivory Park, Gauteng. Police in Bela Bela are investigating a case of culpable homicide following an
accident that happened on the Settlers and Codrington Road. Acting Bela Bela police station commander, Lieutenant-Colonel Abel Phetla, said that a man and his girlfriend were traveling together when he lost control of the car and it overturned. The man died at the scene and his girlfriend was rushed to the hospital, where she is still recovering. Eight people were arrested after being found in possession of dagga in Bela Bela while 21 were nabbed for illegal gambling. Phetla said that a further 41 suspects were arrested for drinking in public and at least two for selling liquor without a license. He said the suspects were released after paying admission of guilt fines, varying according to the crimes committed.
Monday 8 October A man died following an accident that happened on the Thabazimbi Road just outside Bela Bela. Phetla said the man was driving alone when he lost control and the car overturned, killing him on impact. The police are enthusiastic about the evidence they have already complied following another false bomb threat incident in Bela Bela. An unknown suspect played a sick joke with the police and management at ABSA bank again, saying
there is a bomb inside the bank. Phetla said that the cell phone number of the person who called the bank was recorded and police have taken it for checking so that they can detect in whose name the phone is registered. He also confirmed that the rumours that were being spread about the suspects being arrested were not true, that the police are still keeping a watchful eye and determined to teach the suspects a lesson.
ANC and ANCYL nomination lists are not the same
Fikile Mbalula (left) is still the ANC Youth League’s preferred candidate for secretary general ahead of the Mangaung conference. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela The African National Congress (ANC) and ANC Youth League (ANCYL) in Limpopo, particularly Waterberg, have a lot to say regarding their different nomination list ahead of the upcoming ANC conference in Mangaung. Members of the ANC will converge in Mangaung and resolve issues that affect the people of the country. The National Executive Committee (NEC) will give guidance to the process, going forward into the second century of the ANC’s existence. Mr Butani Mabunda, representative
Police in Pienaarsrivier arrested two people after they were allegedly found in possession of illegal cigarettes. Police spokesperson, Warrant O ff i c e r Maxwell Nkanyane, said that the suspects were arrested in the bushes on the Makapanstad road on Friday, 5 October. He said that the suspects were traveling in a bakkie full of the illegal goods, while another sedan vehicle was escorting them a few meters ahead. The escorting vehicle alerted their accomplices of the police roadblock ahead at Maubane off-ramp and warned them to flee. Unfortunately for them, the police noticed their escape. The police chased after the
suspects, who escaped into the bushes, abandoning the cigarettes in the middle of nowhere. The police used unmarked vehicles to catch the suspects by giving any hitchhiker coming from the same area a lift. Using this technique, police eventually caught two of the suspects. Nkanyane said that the owner of the getaway escorting bakkie gave a statement to the police, saying he will help look for the suspects who fled, as he wanted to have his car back. He claimed that the suspects had hired the car that they were using from him. The two arrested suspects were remanded in custody when they appeared before the Bela Bela Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 8 October.
In everything the ends well defined are the secret of durable success. Victor Cousins Nature and wisdom never are at strife. Plutarch
of the ANC in the Waterberg, provided a list of candidates preferred by the ANC in the Waterberg to The BEAT. He said that it is the final line up for continuity and change. Jacob Zuma tops the list as he was nominated for a second term in office. Cyril Ramaphosa is nominated by the ANC in the Waterberg to deputise the president. Gwede Mantashe was nominated as Secretary General and Jessie Duarte as his deputy. The current national chairperson, Baleka Mbete, also retained her position on this nominations list and Kwa-Zulu Natal premier, Zweli Mkhize, was nominated for treasurer general. Mabunda indicated that the nominated candidates are the future of the ANC. He claimed that victory is certain. Meanwhile, the ANC Youth League has their own list of preferred candidates as nominees for the conference. Spokesperson for the league, Mr Klaas Mabunda, said that it is through the convergence of the membership in a conference that the organisational mandate is renewed. He said that such a renewal demands sober and visionary leadership. The ANCYL in Limpopo held a special Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) meeting on Monday, 8 October. The focus of the meeting was the items on the agenda of the 53rd National Conference of the ANC in Mangaung. The meeting focussed on the lead-
ership preference particularly because structures of the ANC are allowed to impress on nominations from 1 October. The PEC meeting resolved to lobby branches of the ANC during their branch general meeting (BGM’s) to nominate the preferred leadership and nominate so called economic freedom fighters to be delegates to the National Conference to advocate change. The league stands by its choice of Kgalema Motlanthe for president, deputised by Matthews Phosa. Fikile Mbalula is nominated as secretary general, with Ms Thenjiwe Mtintso as his deputy. The youth league’s preferred treasurer general is Tokyo Sexwale and Thandi Modise is nominated for the national chairperson position. The Congress of South African Students (COSAS) in Limpopo has also made it public that their support is thrown in with the Zuma camp. Spokesperson for the congress in the province, Mr Peter Shibambu, has posted a comment on Facebook, mocking Motlanthe’s supporters. He said Motlanthe’s campaign is getting weaker and weaker. Shibambu said that it is obvious that there will be no contestation against Zuma and Mantashe. Limpopo politicians, who will join branch delegates at the conference, include Cassel Mathale, Thabitha Mohlala, David Masondo and MEC Namane Masemola
ANC Youth League thanks supporters
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Spokesperson for the ANC Youth League in Limpopo Mr Klaas Mabunda thanked supporters on behalf of the league. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela The ANC Youth League in Limpopo sent messages of appreciation to everyone who at-
tended the night vigil and court proceedings of their expelled president, Mr Julius Malema. The night vigil took place at Polokwane’s Nirvana Hall on Tuesday, 25 September, while Malema appeared before the Polokwane Magistrate Court on Wednesday, 26 September. “Fearless and devoted young revolutionaries of our times heeded the call as made by the league to grace with their presence the night vigil and court appearance in commonality to Malema,” the ANCYL said in a statement. The ANCYL Limpopo expressed gratitude to members, supporters and leaders of the league who left the comforts of their homes and converged at the hall for a night vigil. “The wakeful night spent by the masses of our people has indeed confirmed to the public and the international community the support and confidence they have in President Malema,” said the league’s provincial spokesperson Mr Klaas Mabunda “The intent of the gathering was to send a message to those that are in
charge of state resources and power, through the issuing of the warrant of arrest without charges having been made available,” he said. The league further thanked media houses for being part of their proceedings and made it a point that the public is kept well versed of processes. They also thanked the honest reporting and broadcast around the events. The league indicates that the manner in which the magistrate who was presiding over the appearance was objective and held the independence of the judiciary at the highest regard, saying this brought about boldness to their masses. Malema’s next court appearance is scheduled for Friday, 30 November. Almost 260 members of the ANCYL attended the night vigil in the Nirvana Hall on 25 September. The league asks their members to participate and influence the ANC Branch General Meetings (BGM) processes, which are scheduled for the month of October.
Local drama school hosts graduations Thandekile Sibanyoni OTAMPHO drama school in Bela Bela hosted a graduation ceremony at Bela Bela High School on Sunday, 7 October. Twelve students of the drama school, who completed the drama course, were honoured with certificates to award their achievements. Friends and family members attended the event to cheer on the drama students. The students entertained the audi-
ence with a drama called Skomfana. It is a story about a young man who wasted his wealth on a stepfamily while his biological children were suffering. He ended up loosing that wealth and the stepfamily started rejecting him. He went back to his wife and biological children and was forgiven and welcomed with warmth. The drama teaches people that they should always stick to people who will be there for them in good and bad times. Parents and family members were given an opportunity
to give speeches and express their feelings about the event and the performance of their children. Ms Anna Dolo, one of the parents, said the school is giving her child a chance to use her talent. “When I heard that there is a drama school here in Bela Bela earlier this year, I made sure that my child did not miss this opportunity. I went to register her. That is when she started acting.” “This school gave her the chance to use her talent and learn to be self disciplined,” Dolo said.
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Car crashes through fuel station shop TK Mashaba The Warmbaths Rotary Club will have their annual Christmas market in December again. People who are interested can go to www.rotarywarmbaths.co.za and click on the Christmas Market link. The market will take place from 1623 December. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Bosele Dawn Drop-in Centre, in Bela Bela, is asking food parcels from businesses because the Department of Social Development has cut its costs for assisting the centre. The centre is also facing the challenge of being overcrowded and they need bigger premises. Anyone who is willing to lend a hand can call the centre on 014 737 7335 or 073 431 4055. •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• The BBEAG is urgently looking for outside funding. Anybody with information about grants or who could make a contribution, can email the BBEAG on matjilat@bbeag.org.za •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Save this internet address in your favourites! The BEAT is now available on the following website: http:// www.linmedia.co.za/Beat.html. You can also follow The BEAT on Facebook •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Any community news like birthdays, celebrations, anniversaries, births and deaths can be sent to beateditor@gmail.com(.) The BEAT will endeavour to publish these titbits in our new Can You Hear Us Now column. Readers can also submit their news by telephone. Call Maria Makwela on 014 736 2723. Any community events can also be published in this column.
You must look into other people as well as at them. Lord Chesterfield A good deed is never lost: he who sows courtesy reaps friendship; and he who plants kindness gathers love. Basil A man’s own good breeding is the best security against other people’s ill manners. Lord Chesterfield He who hesitates is lost. Proverb
A car that crashed into a fuel station shop in Modimolle left many people wondering what it took for an experienced driver to lose control like that. Saturday, 6 October, started out as a normal day for petrol attendants and shop workers at the Total Garage in Modimolle. The day soon turned sour when an unexpected incident turned the convenience shop into a drive through service without intending to do so. According to the police, a speeding car
came from the Bela Bela side on the R101 and suddenly swerved at the traffic light next to the Total Garage, ending up inside the shop. The Honda Ballade sedan crashed through the shop windows and came to a halt inside the shop. Warrant Officer James Findlay, spokesperson for the Modimolle police, said that a Mr Johannes Roos was the driver of the ill-fated car. Findlay said that Roos lost control of the vehicle when he wanted to turn left at the traffic light. Police and an ambulance were called
Bela Bela pre-paid electricity
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Mr Matome Sebelebele, Bela Bela municipal spokesperson, explained the new electricity tariffs to The BEAT readers. Photo: TK Mashaba
to the scene of the accident and Roos was taken to hospital with minor injuries. A case of negligence and reckless driving was opened against the 74-year-old Roos. On the same day, later that night, a Modimolle resident and six other people died in a head-on collision when they were on their way to Lephalale. One of the deceased, Mr Mpho Moreroa, from Modimolle, was a lecturer at the Lephalale FET College. The full nature of the accident is not known yet.
The Bela Bela Municipality finally took the time to explain the new electricity tariffs to the residents of the town after releasing an announcement that consumers found hard to understand. This explanation comes after The BEAT published an article and a photograph of three electricity purchases. The slips showed the same meter account and the same amount paid, but different amounts of units were given for the same amount of money. Mr Matome Sebelebele, spokesperson for the Bela Bela municipality, said he would investigate and get back to The BEAT. “There had been a meeting with NERSA (National Energy Regulator of South Africa) and, in August, NERSA approved the new tariff schedules,” he said. According to Sebelebele, the consumers were billed on a fixed rate in the past. This meant that residents could buy electricity at any time and at any outlet and
the amount paid per unit would stay the same. Since the approval of the new tariffs by NERSA, electricity in Bela Bela is billed per 1-100kwh in an inclining format. For the first 100 kilo-watts (a unit to measure electricity) that the consumer uses in a month, that consumer will pay 99 cents per unit. For the next 450 kilowatts in the same month, the same consumer will pay 110 cents per unit. The next 250 kilo watts that the consumer buys in the same month will cost that consumer 122 cents per unit and any more units bought in the same month will cost 127 per unit. The tariffs are calculated on a monthly basis and are implemented as such. The advertised prices are therefore per monthly usage. The more electricity you use per month, the more you will pay per unit of electricity. Bela Bela residents who have any queries and questions about the new electricity tariffs are welcome to contact the municipality for clarification of the system that is now in place.
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Waterberg launches district youth council
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Government leaders visit Mookgophong
Leadership of the Waterberg District Municipality welcomed the newly elected district youth council committee with warm hearts. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela Executive mayor of the Waterberg District, Ms Tlotlanang Mogotlane, delivered a keynote address during a District Youth Council election that the district municipality launched. The council was launched at Bela Bela’s Forever Resort on Friday, 5 October. Modimolle resident, Mr Klaas Nono Mabunda, who is known for his very active political life, was elected chairperson of the council at the launch of the youth council. Mabunda is the spokesperson of the ANC Youth League in Limpopo and chairs the youth council in Modimolle. Deputy Secretary of the local council in Lephalale, Ms Sharlat Thobane, was elected deputy chair, while chairperson of the council in Thabazimbi and district coordinator, Mr Tshepiso Boskraal, was elected as secretary of the council. Also on the council is Mr Chris-Jan Mokala, from Mookgophong ANC Youth League, as deputy secretary. Ms Kukie Lebese, of the Waterberg District Disability Council, was elected treasurer of the council. Dignitaries present during the launch included the mayor of Bela-Bela, Mr Freddy Hlungwane, members of the District Portfolio Committee on Special Projects, various youth organisations and leadership of the youth councils from all local municipalities within the district. In terms of the draft guidelines of the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA), a youth council is defined as “a
voluntary civil society youth structure that represents the interest and aspirations of general youth of the municipality”. The main objectives of the council outlined in the draft include mobilising youth organisations to ensure their participation in building and entrenching democracy in South Africa, serve as a legitimate body of representative for youth in all created platforms and lobby and advocate for implementation of youth development programmes by all sectors of society. In her speech, Mogotlane expressed her sense of honour to have the structure launched at the district level so that the district and the council can engage each other on matters relating to the youth and development. She said besides the legislative and policy frameworks, which are informed by the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa and other pieces of legislation; the municipality’s concern is the implementation part of youth programmes. “We must think and be able to come up with proposals and decisions that will lead to strengthening the participation of youth councils in our municipalities and the implementation of policies that are already put in place.” “Youth Councils, through their youth desk in municipalities, should be the source of information and coordination. Not only organising marches and protests, but information relating to education, employment opportunities for the youth, establishment of Ward Youth Committees, sport, arts, culture, and economic development,” she said.
The community of Mookgophong flocked to the event to voice their concerns. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela MEC’s and the heads of various government departments visited the recently news-making township of Mookgophong to interact with members of the community. The leadership hosted an executive committee (EXCO) public participation programme at Extension 6 on Friday, 28 September. The people of Mookgophong had endless lists of complaints about service delivery, where the government representatives promised to intervene. The leadership’s journey began by visiting schools and homes of some of the disadvantaged families in the area. Safety, Security and Liaison MEC in Limpopo, Ms Florence Radzilane, visited BB Matlaila High School, where she witnessed some irregularities. She told the media that learners from as young as 12 years are abusing drugs and not focusing on their schoolwork. Radzilane has deployed the provincial police commissioner, Lieutenant-General Simon Mpembe, to ensure
School Agricultural Committee discuss event outcomes
Wholesale and Retail wage set for review Lizzy Bapela It seems that retail workers jumped the gun when they decided to plan a strike recently, as the Department of Labour in the country is set to review their minimum wages. Spokesperson for the department in Limpopo, Mr Johannes Mokou, said that the wholesale and retail sector public briefings got off to a good start at the department’s provincial offices in Polokwane on Monday, 8 October. Mokou said that the department’s officials explained that the minimum wage is set to be reviewed in January next year. He indicated that the current minimum wage for the sector stands at R2396.37 for a cashier, while a shop assistant earns R2354.37. “The hearings are part the department’s efforts to solicit views from the affected stakeholders about the forthcoming wage adjustments and other working conditions. The process will feed into Employment Condition Commission (ECC), the body that advices the Minister on wages and other conditions of employment,” he said. Acting director of employment standards, Mr Titus Mtsweni, said that the primary purpose of the hearings is to review and get input from stakeholders regarding minimum wages and to take a new look at job categories by aligning them to current realities in the sector. He added that the sector employs about 1 200 000 people across nine
provinces. One of the large employers in Limpopo, Mr Louis du Plessis, said that the critical thing coming up with any wage adjustment is to find a balance between the needs of the employees as against the realities of the employers. “We should look at the economy and try to accommodate people with reasonable wages within the context and ensuring that the operation of business remains sustainable,” he said Mokou said that the hearing will continue in other parts of the province where the focus will also be on the taxi industry. Meanwhile, members of the South African Commercial, Catering and Allied Workers Union (SACCAWU), in Bela Bela, announced that they expect to join their counterparts in other provinces for a wage strike soon. One SACCAWU member, representing the workers, told The BEAT that operations at all retail stores would come to a standstill when they embark in the strike. The union member said that the workers have been requesting wage increments for far too long. They feel they deserve the increase in wages due to the hard work they are doing on a daily basis. Mokou said that these briefings came at the right time, where the workers can be informed. He said that he believed that this can also avoid a strike.
that such matters are being dealt with as a matter of urgency. He is expected to establish a task team that will look into serious crimes taking place in schools around the province especially the ones identified by the EXCO, including BB Matlaila High School. Radzilane described herself as an active leader and wants to see problems being solved and communities living safely and protected. During the event, MEC for the Department of Corporate Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs (CoGHSTA), Mr Clifford Motsepe, promised to bring corrupt councillors and other political principals to book. He said no taxpayer wishes to see their hard-earned money being misused so the government has to deal with such leaders and make an example of them. Each MEC spoke on behalf of their department. Then, the Waterberg District Executive mayor, Ms Tlotlanang Mogotlane, addressed the community in Limpopo premier Cassel Mathale’s absence.
Mr Mosweu from the Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET) highlighted the importance of participating in food security programmes during the meeting. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela The School Agricultural Organising Committee (SAOC) members from across the Waterberg District gathered following numerous successful agricultural events. The meeting, which focused on participation, facilitation of food security and tree planting, took place at Ulando Combined Schools on Thursday, 4 October.
Mr Lambert Moloto, of the Department of Agriculture, said that the main objective of the meeting was to discuss issues relating to agricultural events such as the promotion of awareness to conserve and maintain both fruit and indigenous trees. Agricultural events highlight the important role trees play in sustainable development and the livelihoods of people and their environment. The events are also meant to encourage schools, churches ,local municipalities, government departments, NGO’s and communities to participate in various greening activities within their own their own surroundings. These events also highlight the role of fruit trees in addressing food security and persuade schools in particular to establish agricultural projects for poverty alleviation and boast nutrition needs for upcoming generation. Eight schools participated in the planting of spinach seedlings as well as mango and mahogany trees, which are suitable for the school area. Moloto and department officials demonstrated the correct method to plant trees. All the stakeholders who usually participate in the planning and organising of all agricultural related events were awarded certificates as a means of motivation, appreciation and recognition for their efforts. The committee agreed to a conduct follow up actions by paying regular visits to schools across the district and continue motivating and encouraging the learners and staff members to take part in greening and tree planting programmes.
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Explain it to us Last week The BEAT published an article and a photograph of three electricity purchases. The slips showed the same meter account and the same amount paid, but different amounts of units were given for the same amount of money. When The BEAT asked the Bela Bela municipality for an explanation, the spokesperson said that he had to investigate the matter first. This week, the municipality came back to The BEAT with some answers. As it turns out, electricity in Bela Bela is now billed per 1-100kwh in an inclining format. (See Page 3) The Bela Bela Municipality did place advertisements and announcements in all the local papers to inform the public of the new tariff system. The problem is that the residents of the town, the people who the municipality is supposed to serve, do not understand the complicated tables and terminology. Once again, the local government has failed the very people who voted them into position. According to Statistics South Africa, only 71% of residents in Bela Bela are literate. This means that 29% of the population did not understand the announcements about the tariff changes. Even The BEAT journalists, who can all read and write very well, had a hard time to understand the new electricity tariff as it is set out in the table that the municipality published. The question that comes to mind that a local government should make sure that their constituents are well informed and happy with services rendered. To be able to do so, they should know the people that they serve. They should understand that, where a third of the population is illiterate, another way of informing the people should be implemented. This is just another way that the leaders who are voted into power by the public, does not have the best interest of the public at heart. Other examples include the poor quality of service delivery in the area. According to statistics, Mookgophong was without electricity for a total of 45 hours in three month’s time. Residents of Mookgophong also had to survive without water for long periods in September because the water pumps could not work without electricity. In Modimolle, residents are struggling to live without a clean water supply. For the past few months, the town has to cope with extremely low water pressure or no water at all. Rates are forever increasing while services are worse and worse every year. The question is: what will the average voter do about the matter when the next election comes around?
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Mr Matsobane Samuel Mahlatjie of Bela Bela celebrated 100 years of life in 2012. Mr Mahlatjie’s children threw him a huge birthday party at the home of his daughter Ms Julie Mashiane. Photo: supplied
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Heavenly healing Bishop Silas Tlou Laying hands on the sick was a common practice in the Early Church. Jesus often laid hands on people before healing them (Mark 6:5; Luke 4:40; 13:13). Paul laid hands on a sick person and he was healed (Acts 28:8). Jesus said concerning His followers, “they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well” (Mark 16:18). Anointing with oil for many different purposes was commonly practiced throughout the Scriptures. The New Testament mentions it specifically in connection with praying for the sick. On one occasion Jesus sent out the twelve disciples on a mission; they “anointed many sick people with oil and healed them” (Mark 6:13). In a congregational situation, the usual procedure is for a sick Christian to call for the elders of the church to pray over him and to anoint him with oil (James 5:14-16). In biblical times oil was commonly used as a healing agent (Luke 10:34). But when used by the early Christians for anointing purposes it was merely a symbolic reminder to God’s healing power. Today as then, the anointing oil itself has no healing power. Healing takes place by the power of the Holy Spirit (Acts 10:38), of whom oil is a symbol (Zechariah 4:4-6). Mark 16:18 – “…they will pick up snakes with their hands; and when they drink deadly poison, it will not hurt them at all; they will place their hands on sick people, and they will get well.” One of the signs that follow us as a believer is the healing power of God. James 5:14 says, “Is any among you sick?” If we were to ask that question today in church, most Christians would raise their hands. James 5:14 goes on to say, “Let him call for the elders of the church.” As Christians, we release our faith by simply calling the elders. The Bible says, “Let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.” Hebrews 11:6 – “And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.” We must understand that healing belongs to us! In the death, burial, and resurrection Jesus won it for us! We must receive it. In order for us to receive anything from God, we must receive it by faith. In order to have faith, we must understand the Word. Romans 10:17 – “Consequently, faith comes from hearing the message, and the message is heard through the word of Christ.” As you meditate on what the Word of God says about healing, you will release your faith to receive his healing power in your body. You cannot change your life without changing your mind. We must change our mind when it does not line up with the Word. We begin to change our mind, when we take the Word and revolve it around in our mind.
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SMALLS LEGALS BELA-BELA LAND-USE SCHEME, 2008 APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL CONSENT IN TERMS OF CLAUSE 21 OF THE BELA-BELA LAND-USE SCHEME, 2008, TO PERMIT A NURSERY SCHOOL. Notice is hereby given that, in terms of Clause 21 of the Bela-Bela Land-use Scheme 2008, I/we, the undersigned, intend applying to the BelaBela Municipality for Special Consent to establish a NURSERY SCHOOL on Erf/Portion 6 BULBULIA STREET zoned “Residence”, situated at 6 BULBULIA STREET JINNAH PARK. Plans and/or particulars relating to the application may be inspected during office hours at Bela-Bela Municipality of at the offices of the Manager: Planning an Development, Bela Bela Municipality, Chris Hani Drive, Bela-Bela. Any persons having any objections to the granting of this application must lodge such objection together with the ground thereof in writing, with both the Manager: Planning and Development, BelaBela Municipality and the undersigned not later than 13/ 11/2012. APPLICANT’S DETAILS: Full Name: Sadeeya Seedat Address: 6 Bulbulia Street, Jinnah Park, Bela-Bela, Tel: (Home) 014 736 3993, Tel: (Work) 073 716 9669 BELA-BELA LAND USE SCHEME, 2008 APPLICATION FOR SPECIAL CONSENT IN TERMS OF CLAUSE 21 OF THE BELA-BELA LAND-USE SCHEME, 2008, FOR THE CONSTRUCTION ANS OPERATION OF A TELECOMMUNICATION MAST AND BASE STATION Notice is hereby given that, in terms of Clause 21 of the Bela-Bela Land-Use Scheme, 2008, we the undersigned, intend applying to the BelaBela Municipality for Special Consent for the construction and operation of telecommunication mast and base station on the Remaining Extent of Portion 2 of the Farm Schrikkloof 428 KR zoned as “Agricultural”, situated at Off Gobler Avenue, D180 towards Bela-Bela. Plans and particulars relating to the application may be inspected during office hours at the address of the Applicant: 414 Rustic Road, Silvertondale, Pretoria or at the offices of the Manager: Planning and Development, Bela-Bela Municipality, Chris Hani Drive, Bela-Bela. Any person having any objections to the granting of this application must lodge such objection together with the grounds thereof in writing, with both the Manager: Planning and Development, BelaBela Municipality and the undersigned not later than 05 October 2012. APPLICANT DETAILS: Vukani Infrastructure Planning Services Inc. PO Box 32017, Totiusdal, 0134 414 Rustic Road, Silvertondale, 0184 Tel: 012 804 1504, Fax: 012 804 7072 / 086 690 0468 E-mail: info@infraplan.co.za Reference Number: T9582 NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION (IMMOVABLE PROPERTY) IN THE NORTH GAUTENG HIGH COURT, PRETORIA (THE REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA) Case No: 28431/2012 In the matter between: ABSA BANK LIMITED Plaintiff and PIETER JOHANNES VAN HEERDEN ID NUMBER: 811019 5157 085 Defendant In Execution of a judgment of the North Gauteng High Court Pretoria (Republic of South Africa) in the above action, a sale as a unit without a reserve price will be held by The Sheriff Waterberg at The Magistrate’s Office, Van Emmenis Street, Nylstroom (Modimolle) on 25 October 2012 at, 11h00 of the under mentioned property of
12 October, 2012 the Defendant of the Conditions to be read by the Auctioneer at the time of the sale, which Conditions will lie for inspection prior to the sale at the offices of the Sheriff Waterberg at 50 Alfred Nzo Street, Modimolle. Being: Portion 8 of Erf 2972 situated in the Township of Nylstroom, Registration Division K.R., Limpopo Province Measuring 500 (Five Hundred) Square metres Held by Deed of Transfer No. T57189/2007 Subject to the conditions mentioned therein specially executable; Physical address: 116 Hagen Street, Modimolle The following information is furnished regarding the improvements, though in this respect nothing is guaranteed: A dwelling consisting of (Not guaranteed) Vacant Stand In terms of Regulation 32 of the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008 potential bidders must register in the bidder’s record with the Sheriff, prior to the sale, which registration must meet the requirements of the regulations in terms of the Financial Intelligence Centre Act, 38 of 2001. Dated at Pretoria this 25th day of September 2012. DELPORT VAN DEN BERG INC. ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF Glen Manor Office Park, 138 Frikkie de Beer Street, Building 5, Menlyn, Pretoria, Tel: 012 361 5001, Fax: 012 361 6311 REF: EDDIE DU TOIT / DDK / AHL0310 EIA PUBLIC PARTICIPATION PROCESS LEDET Reference No.: 12/1/ 9/1-W43 NEAS Reference No.: LIM/ EIA/0000454/2012 PROPOSED AVUXENI RESORT AND CONFERENCE CENTRE Description of activity: The project will entail the subdivision of about 72 residential erven ranging from 1 to 2 hectare in extent each on the Remainder of Portion 3 of the farm Rietspruit 412 KR. The proposed project also entails the provision of the required infrastructure associated with the residential development. The total land development area is about 123 hectare in extent but the proposed development will transform less than 20 hectare in total. Location: Remainder of Portion 3 of the farm Rietspruit 412 KR, about 4,6km northeast of Modimolle in the Waterberg District of Limpopo Province, at co-ordinates of about 24° 402 163 South latitude and 28° 262 303 East longitude. Application for environmental authorisation to undertake the following listed activities: EIA (Basic Assessment) activity no: 23 (Listing Notice 1, Government Notice No. R. 544 of 18 June 2010): The transformation of undeveloped, vacant or derelict land to residential outside an urban area and where the total area to be transformed is bigger than 1hectare but less than 20 hectares. Name of Environmental Assessment Practitioner: I.W. Terblanche & Associates, Environmental Consultants. Contact person: I.W. Terblanche. Contact address: 105 Diemeer Street, Polokwane, 0699. Tel: 015 298 8174 Fax: 015 298 8779. E-mail: igme@netactive.co.za Opportunity to participate: Any person who would like to be identified as an interested and / or affected party in the above matter should submit his / her name, contact details (preferred contact method of notification, e.g. e-mail address or fax number) and an indication of any direct business, financial, personal or other interest which they have in the application, in writing, to the Environmental Assessment Practitioner named above, within 30 days of the date of publication of this notice. Should you require any further information regarding the application or activity, or wish to receive a copy of the Draft Basic Assessment Report, please contact the Environmental Assessment Practitioner at the contact details given above.
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Dagbreek Primary rugby champions Dagbreek Primary School rugby coach (educator) Mr Karel Maluleka (from left), Principal Ms Emelinah Manne, team captain Khutso Nkuna and SGB chairperson Mr Malesela Mosima. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
Mzamane Ringane Modimolle’s Dagbreek Primary School learners have once again done their Principal, Ms Emelinah Manne, proud by bringing silverware from the SA Schools League provincial championships last week.
The championships were held in Polokwane on Tuesday, 2 October. The under-13 rugby team brought home a trophy after outshining their counterparts from the Capricorn District. The school is now scheduled to represent Limpopo in the national championships in November. The exact date of the
New film auditions Thandekile Sibanyoni The talented young actors of Bela Bela brought their Agame when they took part in film auditions that were held at Bela Bela High School on Sunday, 7 October. The auditions were held by the founder of the OTAMPHO Drama School, Mr Buti Morake. The aim of the auditions was to find new talent for the re-shooting of a local film production. Actors had the chance to show off their acting skills in order to win a role in the reshooting of the film. The new filming of Who Will Know will take place from 28 October. Morake said that the screenwriter of the Who Will Know, Mr Danny Mokhonwana, commissioned him to direct the reshoot of the film that was filmed in Bela Bela on a previous occasion. “Mokhonwana approached
me and asked that I direct his film. The first shooting of the story was complicated. We have to re-shoot Who Will Know to fix the mistakes that were made and to improve the quality of the production,” Morake said. Morake will also assist with the marketing and distribution of the film to make sure that it reaches shop counters and brought to national television. Tracey Maluleke will play the role of Nolozi, Promise Moche-Lahliwe, Jackie Makgoka will portray Janjas, John Matjile will play the role of Mageza, Gift Khoza will take her place as Mama T and Isaac Sithole will play the Principal, Mr Sheshani. The other actors who attended the auditions will serve as extras in the final production. Fred Nkomo, a student of OTAMPHO, will assist Morake in directing the film.
Thabo Mabasa and Neo Swartz of Hoërskool Bela Bela looked stunning during their school’s matric farewell event held at the Bela Bela Dome. Photo: supplied
national championships will be confirmed at a later stage. Coach Karel Maluleke said that he was confident that they would do well during the national leg of championships. “I have much confidence that the province would be well represented. We have a strong team with passionate and committed players. We just need to put in more efforts in preparation for the national championships. So far I am very happy with my team,” said Maluleke. Manne said that she was proud to be the head of a school that never disappoints whenever they participate in competitions. Dagbreek Primary School also won the recent Build-it schools soccer tournament. “I am very happy and would like to honour the efforts put in by the learners and educators, making sure that the school emerge victorious whenever they participate in competitions,” she said. The school’s under-13 rugby team captain, Khutso Nkuna, is a confident young man who says he would want to see himself playing for the national rugby team. Nkuna says he knows that education comes first, but he also believes playing rugby is his ticket to a better future.
Heurex Deep EP release date delayed
Bela Bela based producer and DJ, Lesego Maponya, is also known as Deep House musician, Heurex deep. Photo: Supplied TK Mashaba The release of the most anticipated Deep House Early Project (EP) from Bela Bela based producer and DJ, Lesego Maponya, also known as Heurex Deep, was delayed. The EP, that was supposed to be released two months ago, in August, was delayed to a date that is yet to be named. This small setback does not stop Heurex Deep from making great music. “I am currently working on the beat for one of South Africa’s best Deep House vocalists, Lee-Anne King. I have always wanted to work with her. She is a good vocalist and I hope we are going to produce something great for all Deep House fans,” Maponya said. Maponya found his love and his special talent for Deep House music at a very early age. He never looked back and never stopped making music. Heurex Deep is also a wellknown and accomplished
DJ. When he is not busy with his gigs, he can be found in front of his computer, producing songs and beats. “I am signed with the Beatroot Label, co-owned by Ezekiel Choeu, known as KWhite, the Soulful People record producer and remixer from Mokopane,” Maponya explained. He said that he had worked with K-White for a long time and that he still regards him as an inspiration. “My EP, named What Dreams Become, has five tracks on it, all produced by me. This is going to open doors for me. Many people have been waiting for this release,” he said. O n F r i d a y, 1 2 O c t o b e r, Deepternal Bros – World Harmony (Original Mix) will be released and Heurex Deep is one of the remixers who worked on this song. He worked with Ta-Ice, Forte, Deepsonic and Geonix Deep. Maponya is currently studying Electrical Engineering at the Tshwane South College. He still finds time to make music despite his studies.
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Local soccer fans opinion of the attack on coaches “The Carling Black Label Cup allows the fans to be coaches of their favourite teams...” Mzamane Ringane
Tebogo Nkwinika thinks teams should have a public platform where supporters would send in their concerns. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
The most recent attack by soccer fans on Mamelodi Sundowns coach, Johan Neeskens, has the tongues wagging at home and abroad. Most soccer enthusiasts anticipated that it was the end of Neeskens coaching career at Mamelodi Sundowns. Speculation was rife that the management was likely to part ways with the Netherlands born coach, because of the team’s poor performance since the beginning of the season. The SA Football Association (SAFA) president, Kirsten Nematandani, shortly expressed concern over the growing rate of attacks on coaches by soccer fans. Nematandani said this act must be eliminated without any delay. His call was backed by the SA Football Coaches Association (SAFCA). SAFCA interim president, Gregory Mashilo, said that they condemn the growing trend of attacks on coaches by supporters. Mashilo said it was wrong for supporters to take matters into their own hands. The Beat Sportspoke to local fans to hear what they had to say about the recent attack on Coach Johan Neeskens. Orlando Pirates supporter, Tebogo
Nkwinika, said that the attacking of coaches is not a good way to communicate their dismay. Nkwinika suggested that teams should have a public platform where supporters would send in their concerns. “Teams should set up websites or host open days to enable supporters to interact with their coaches and management. Fans and coaches have a different perspective when coming to players, so I think it would be fair enough to let us as supporters to give opinion”, said Nkwinika. Kaizer Chiefs supporter, Fana Chuma, believes it is not solely the coaches’ job to make sure that the teams win matches; he said players should also take account whenever the team is not doing well. “I think supporters should be given a chance to play a role in selecting the best team. The Carling Black Label Cup allows the fans to be coaches of their favourite teams. I think it would be a good idea to introduce that system in the PSL. PSL players are getting huge salaries, so they also have to put in more efforts in assisting their teams to win matches,” said Chuma.Daniel Manele Skhosana believes that players can also play poorly if they dislike their coach. Manele said coaches should Daniel Manele Skhosana believes that players not be blamed every time their can also play poorly if they dislike their coach. team is not doing well. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
Thabazimbi municipality soccer team triumphs in SAIMSA Games
The Thabazimbi team celebrated after demolishing Outjo of Namibia 4-1 in the final of soccer SAIMSA 2012. Photo supplied Lizzy Bapela Thabazimbi Local Municipality was crowned champions of the Southern African Inter Municipal Sports Association (SAIMSA) 2012 after a tournament in Botswana.
The tenth edition of the SAIMSA games kicked off with an opening ceremony involving participating athletes and officials at the University of Botswana Stadium on Sunday, 30 September. The games attracted 6000 partici-
pants, with 1500 from Botswana and the tees, land boards, the health sector rest from other countries including and all other major stakeholders will Lesotho, Swaziland, South Africa and be enhanced. Namibia. Ululations from the crowd erupted Assistant minister of Local Govern- all over the university stadium as the ment in Botswana, Mr Maxwell teams paraded on the track borderMotowane, addressed the attendees ing the football ground. during the opening ceremony. Ministers, mayors, managers and Motowane said that he is glad that Bot- officials from various municipalities, swana agreed to host the games even attended the event. though the country is faced with the The prize giving ceremony, which challenges of the worldwide recession. was coupled with a closing cerHe also expressed gratiemony, was staged tude towards their governat the Bank of Botment for providing necesswana Sports Cen“Coming home to sary support to ensure tre. relive a decade of that games are a success. The Thabazimbi African Motowane said that the team hoisted the games started as a dream country’s flag high renaissance in Botswana. when it claimed gold through municipal That is why the theme of medals and a trophy sports” the games was “Coming after demolishing home to relive a decade of Outjo of Namibia 4-1 African renaissance in the final soccer through municipal sports”. match that was played at Bank of “Sport in the modern world is regarded Botswana. as an effective tool of communication The games are held annually to furin that it breaks barriers among nations ther the aim of building teamwork and among people of different cultures. and creating a platform for municiIt is not only meant for recreation but pal workers to interact at different also improves individual’s health, pro- levels amongst the different counductivity at work places through staff tries within the South African Develwellness and development of leader- opment Community (SADC) region. ship skills,” said Motowane. SAIMSA aims to strengthen the reHe indicated that it is through these lations of the Southern African region games that collaboration among mu- citizens, as it is the primary role of nicipalities, districts sporting commit- the games.
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The National First Division kicks off with lots of action TK Mashaba
Jomo Sono is the owner of the well-known Jomo Cosmos team. Photo supplied
The National First Division (NFD) soccer League kicked off on Saturday, 6 October, with thrilling action that kept the fans on the edge of their seats. The teams in the NFD League could not wait to start playing and prove their worth in the new soccer season. The NFD is now an independent league and not under the umbrella of the Premier Soccer League (PSL) anymore. This decision followed negotiations that took place over the past few weeks. The rookies of the newly independent league, Milano United played their first NFD game with a great show of determination. The newcomers were promoted to the NFD after the last season. Milan United played to a 1-1 draw against United FC while Jomo Cosmos played to a 2-2 draw against Witbank Spurs. Jomo Sono, well-known owner of Jomo Cosmos, spent some time in Zimbabwe last month, scouting for talented players to add to his squad. Jomo Cosmos has a rather interesting history of being pro-
moted to the PSL one season, only to be relegated back to the NFD at the end of that season. Blackburn Rovers played to a goalless draw against Thanda Royal Zulu and African Warriors beat Sivutsa Stars 3-2. FC Cape Town lost their first game of the season 2-1 against FC AK, who started their season on a high note. Previous NFD superstars, University of Pretoria (Ama Tuks) and Chippa United were promoted to the elite PSL League at the end of last season. Both teams have already shown that they can hold their own against the best of the best. Ama Tuks are currently in an impressive second place on the PSL League log behind Kaizer Chiefs. The Chilli Boys are in a credible thirteenth position on the log, ahead of giants Mamelodi Sundowns, Ajax Cape Town and AmaZulu. Both teams earned their promotion to the PSL after some fierce battles in the second-tier NFD last year, which meant a disappointing off-season for the clubs that came so near, before experiencing disappointment.
Modimolle athlete wins famous race SAFA League postponed Members of the Addicted to Life Athletes team from Modimolle show-off their medals. Photo supplied
gether. The first city-to-city 50km ultra-maraThree athletes from Modimolle put their thon kicked off back in 1903 with only hometown and the Waterberg on the 30 runners. The race has now been held map when they won the City2City race. 38 times. The race has been known as The race, which is sponsored by the City2City since 1988. Bonitas Medical Aid, took place on SunThe 21-year-old Junior Moatshe obday, 30 September. Fast becoming one tained a gold medal after winning the of Gauteng’s premier road running race, while Johannes Kekana, (19) won races, the event attracts thousands of silver and Matome Rasebotha obtained passionate local and international run- bronze. ners who are guaranteed a wonderful The three runners are from the Adatmosphere and great sense of cama- dicted to Life Athletes team in raderie that truly pulls the two cities to- Modimolle, which was first founded in Gauteng. Mr Hezeckiel Moatshe manages the team with the assistance of Mr Lucas Seleka as New & Used vehicles the head coach and Mr Mike Selamolela as his assistant. Moatshe established the team in September 2011 and was later joined by the Tel: (014) 736 2127 coaches and other Fax: (014) 736 3241 members. The team is expected Cell: 078 782 4501 to participate in a email: noko@warmtoy.co.za race in Pretoria on Saturday, 20 OctoMOPANI TOYOTA ber. 12 Potgieter Street. Bela-Bela 0480. PO Box 1061 LEAD THE WAY Lizzy Bapela
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Boy Ledwaba, striker for the Modimolle Aces team. Photo Supplied TK Mashaba The new SAFA soccer League, previously known as the Vodacom soccer League, was supposed to kick off on Saturday, 6 October, but all fixtures were postponed until further notice. According to Mr Pat Seema, the SAFA provincial secretary, the delay was caused by problems with logistics and administration issues. One of the main problems was the fact that some players in the league did not receive their player registration cards on time. “We are still dealing with the registration process and
as soon as it is done, the SAFA League will be able to kick off,” Seema said. The SAFA League is run by SAFA from this season on, after Vodacom withdrew their sponsorship from the league. The SAFA League was founded in 1998 as the Vodacom League and served as the Second Division and the overall third level of South African soccer. The Waterberg region has three teams in this elite league namely Modimolle Aces, Lephalale, Young Killers and Mosesetjane All Stars, from Mokopane. Mosesetjane All Stars were supposed to host their first game in the SAFA League against Modimolle Aces at Mahwelereng Stadium on 6 October. They joined the elite league after they bought the status of Dinare FC. Mr John Molomo, Mosesetjane All Stars owner, proudly announced that they have bought Dinare FC status in the Vodacom league and they are going to use Mosesetjane name in the SAFA League. Last season Mosesetjane topped the SAB Regional League as Waterberg champions. They went on to the promotional play-offs in Venda, but were unsuccessful in their bid to win a promotion. Molomo said that he planned to use the same players that he used in the SAB League, but that he would add other players to improve the team. “I want to reinforce my squad. We are going for glory. We know that it will not be as easy as the SAB League, but we are all willing to work hard,” he said.
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