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Gadebe case postponed again
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Bela Bela police station commander Colonel Sibongile Ndaba aims to serve the community. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela The safety of the community of Bela Bela is the key priority of Colonel Sibongile Ndaba. Ndaba made this promise during an interview with The BEAT at her office. Ndaba said that her vision is to ensure that Bela Bela is a safe place for all the people who live in it. She is determined to serve the community without favour or fear. Ndaba was appointed Bela Bela police station commander in July 2012. She acknowledges the strong partnership between the police and the local community. She did, however, concede that a stronger relationship between police and community is possible The station commander said that she is not going to tolerate corruption from
members of the police in Bela Bela. She sent a strong warning out to those who are involved in corrupt activities to stop their dealings immediately, as they are there to serve the people. She said that Bela Bela has its own unique challenges and a major concern to the police is substance abuse. “Substance abuse usually leads to an increase in housebreaking, theft, assault and rape. We have put some measures in place to address the problem. These measurements include sector policing and the crime prevention unit (CPU).” Ndaba said that there are two sectorpolicing units in Bela Bela with sector managers engaging with the sub-sectors in the community policing forums (CPF). Members of the CPFs conduct monthly meetings, where they highlight challenges faced in the area. She further said that residents of Sector 1, which includes the town and surrounding farms, do not participate fully in the CPF. Officer Johan Momberg manages the sector and residents who wish to participate can contact him on 082 729 0259 or 014 736 9760/2. Captain Daniel Mapheto manages sector 2, situated in the township, where forums are more active. Interested parties can contact him at 082 729 0527. Ndaba said that crime can only be dealt with if the community play their role by getting involved. She referred to a number of cases in which the police made breakthroughs with tip-offs from community members. She raised her concern about people reporting false crimes, especially when it comes to theft out of a motor vehicle. She said tat the police will visit the scene, inspect the vehicles involved and conduct thorough investigations. She also encouraged people to report crime immediately after taking place, saying the sooner the crime reported the better it will be dealt with. Ndaba appealed to the business and residential communities to join hands with the police in fighting crime.
Happiness resides not in posessions and not in gold; the feeling of happiness dwells in the soul. Democritus
The widowed Katlego Gadebe and her children are coping well after the trauma of losing her husband and their father. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela A case against the man who allegedly caused the death of police sergeant, Lucky Gadebe, was postponed again in the Modimolle Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 17-, and Friday, 18 January. The case, in which police officer, Mathew Maboyane, is the accused of culpable homicide and drunken driving, was postponed for the ninth time for further investigations and will resume on 25- and 26 April. The accident, that took the life of Gadebe, happened on the R101 between Bela Bela and Modimolle in July 2011. Gadebe was travelling with his wife, Katlego, and two children, Oarabile (7) and Tshireletso (2), when the accused crashed into them head-on. Gadebe died instantly and his wife and children were hospitalised after sustaining serious injuries because of the accident. The police are investigating cases of culpable homicide, drunken driving and reckless and negligent driving against Maboyane. Gadebe was serving as a forensic ana-
lyst and bomb technician in the explosives division at the Modimolle SAPS when he died. Katlego told The BEAT that the case seemed to be going well and that she hoped for justice to prevail. She said that she is satisfied with the proceedings and the testimony of all the witnesses who have given their side of the story. Katlego said she hoped that the court would acknowledge the witnesses’ testimonies when deciding on the verdict. She said that she is also impressed with the support she received from her family, friends and colleagues and that they always come in numbers to attend the court case. The widow is left with the pain of missing her husband and being unable to forget about the accident, because of the continuous postponing of the court case. This adds to her distress. She said that she is still sad and hurt that the accident has turned her into a single parent and left her children without a father. “I rely on God for strength and wisdom on how to deal with pain, to move on with my life and to raise my children the best way I can. I am also grateful to all the people who have been with me throughout this tough time. Talking about the matter has helped heal the wounds,” Katlego said. “The Bible, which I refer to most often, has taught me about forgiveness and, even though it hurts when I think about the accident, I have forgiven and am surviving under God’s protection,” she said. Modimolle Detectives’ Commander, Lieutenant-Colonel Malesela Mogale, said that he is also satisfied with the case and has no complains so far, even though there has been delays. “There were no unnecessary postponements and further investigations in the case caused the delay,” he said. According to the police, forensic and blood results usually take about a year to process and a case with such investigations pending cannot be settled in a short period.
Success for Modimolle police Lizzy Bapela Police in Modimolle made a breakthrough whet they arrested suspects in a series of cases. These arrests led to guilty verdicts and sentencing. A suspect in connection with murder, arson and theft is expected to be sentenced on Friday, 8 February. Joseph Mapharumela was found guilty of murder and arson when he appeared before the Modimolle Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 18 January. The state withdrew the theft case against him. Police arrested Mapharumela following an incident that happened at the Engine One Stop, on the N1, in March 2011. Mapharumela poured petrol on his employer and set him alight. The victim, Jaco Rossouw, burnt to death
and Mapharumela was arrested immediately. Twenty seven-year-old, Nico Stolz, is expected to face three years of direct jail time following a sentencing by the Modimolle Magistrate’s Court on Friday, 25 January. Modimolle police spokesperson, Warrant officer James Findlay, said that the accused was arrested after stealing welding rods at a local building materials store in December 2012. Findlay said that Stolz had two previous convictions, also for theft, 2012 and that both sentences came into effect when he was found guilty again. Stolz was sentenced to five years imprisonment on both cases, which will run concurrently with the current three years sentence. Findlay said that, when the accused was arrested in December 2012, he was found in possession of heroin. Stolz is expected back in court for possession of drugs on 26 March.
Accidents in Bela Bela Lizzy Bapela Three people were injured following an accident that happened on the R516 Thabazimbi road, 20km outside Bela Bela. Constable Glen Manamela, of the Bela Bela police, said that the three were driving in a vehicle, which suffered a double puncture and overturned while the driver was trying to control it. She said that, according to the information received, the vehicle was scratched by an oncoming vehicle while in the process of overturning. She said that only the driver and passengers of the first vehicle suffered minor injuries. The BEAT received a tip-off that an ambulance carrying the injured people was stuck at the scene of the accident and could not rush the injured to the hospital.
The source said that the patients had to wait for about 30 minutes at the scene for another ambulance to help them. Lethabo Kutumela, of the EMS Bela Bela, did not want to comment about the accident. Meanwhile, Bela Bela police have opened an inquest docket following the discovery of a man’s body. Manamela said that the deceased was discovered on the R101 next to Roodekuil on Saturday, 26 January. She said that the deceased, possibly 40years-old, had serious injuries, especially on his face. She further said police suspect that the man was hit by a vehicle and another vehicle drove over him. The deceased is an unknown person and police awaits further investigation to can identify him.
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Mookgophong Municipality dismisses allegations “One of the allegations was that the mayor and the chief whip were allegedly involved in the tender process to award the tender for storm-water control in Extension 5. The tender, worth R5,7 million was awarded to Mafafo Building and Construction...” TK Mashaba The political sparks are flying in Mookgophong with leaders of three major political movements gearing up to take a stand against the municipality. The Mookgophong municipality dismissed damaging allegations that The BEAT received in an email sent by the previous municipal spokesperson, Lesiba Seshoka. The chairpersons of the SACP and the ANC in Mookgophong as well as members of the ANC Women’s League in Mookgophong signed the email. The BEAT spoke to Seun Manaka, ANC chairperson in Mookgophong, and he confirmed that all these parties were involved in compiling the emailed allegations. Seshoka also confirmed that he sent the email with the consent of these parties and that he was acting as a memb e r o f t h e A N C i n Wa r d 2 i n Mookgophong. One of the allegations was that the mayor and the chief whip were allegedly involved in the tender process to award the tender for storm-water control in Extension 5. The tender, worth R5,7 million was awarded to Mafafo Building and Construction. The accusers claim that the company are not complying with the terms of their contract and that the mayor and chief whip turned a blind eye when members of the community pointed out this fact to them.
The damning report alleged that the storm-water project is standing still, because the contractor would not compensate four homeowners for the storm-water pipes to be laid through their homes. Homeowners claim that the municipality promised to compensate them, but that the final contract does not include a compensation clause. The homeowners refused to sign the contract. The BEAT contacted the Mookgophong municipality and the municipality said that several meetings were held between the affected homeowners and the municipality. The homeowners’ representative, who recently resigned, advised them that, according to the law, residents are allocated houses with the condition that services will be connected in due time. According to Lerato Makomene, spokesperson for the Mookgophong municipality, a contract was prepared by the homeowners’ representative, detailing the responsibilities of the municipality in case of any damage to the properties. She said that the contract included a one-year guarantee. “In line with the municipal building regulations and other applicable legislation, the construction of the project will resume soon because the funds are available,” she said. Makomene also said that, according to the supply chain policy, tenders are issued fairly to the lowest bidder. She said that all municipal employees and councillors were given disclosure forms to disclose all their business interests.
The email also claimed that there were irregularities with the purchase of the mayor’s vehicle. According to the accusers, the mayor purchased a twin-cab Toyota bakkie and paid a deposit of R30 000. The allegations state that the remaining balance of the vehicle cost was paid by Mafafo, the owner of Mafafo Construction, who was awarded the storm-water drainage tender. Makomene said in her response that the municipality appeals to anyone with information regarding these accusations to come forward with proof. The municipality can only take action if they have proof. The municipality’s detractors alleged that the mayor decided to renew the contract of the technical services manager even though the position was not advertised three months before the current contract expired, as recommended by CoGHSTA MEC, Clifford Motsepe. The Mookgophong municipality said that they are in the process of shortlisting candidates for this post and that the post was indeed advertised in 2012. “The shortlisting panel appointed by council is currently busy with the processes after which all managers will be appointed by council. Positions are sometimes re-advertised in line with the provisions of the Municipal Systems Act as amended” Makomene said in a statement. The email went on to allege that the municipality spent R30 million on the extension of the Civic Centre. The allegations are that the renovations
started in 2006, but that the centre is still in a terrible state. Makomene replied that the renovation of the centre is an on-going project. A budget has been allocated to complete the project. She categorically denied the allegations in the email and said that the funds that are stated in this report are false. The email also made allegations of nepotism, claiming that the mayor chose to appoint specific people in junior posts. Makomene said that this too is a false allegation. “The mayor is the political head of the municipality. Procedures were followed in appointing staff according to the qualifications and experience,” she said. She said that the appointment of general workers or companies was done by the acting Municipal Manager who is authorized by the provisions of the legislation. Makomene concluded by saying that the Mookgophong municipality was audited and received a qualified audit report. She said that there was no indication of maladministration, instead there was an improvement from the previous financial year. This council has taken practical steps to eliminate all forms of corruption and fraud. In this regard most employees have been taken through the disciplinary processes after which appropriate action was taken. Criminal cases have been opened and progress is awaited after which appropriate actions will be taken.
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Modimolle Holy Mountain set for development Kgaretja Lekalakala addressing members of the community. After the formal T h e m o s t r e s p e c t e d m o u n t a i n o f proceedings, residents who had the enModimolle was utilized as venue for a ergy went to climb the mountain. special gathering of citizens, who hailed It really took some bravery to climb the from Phagameng and other rural villages mountain, which is believed to be the on Wednesday, 23 January. home of ancestors. Residents from Cyferskuil, Nokaneng Most of the people who ascended up and Mametlhake led by their chieftains, the Modimolle Mountain that day, includformed part of the gathering, ing The Beat reporter, had their adrenaline pumping, as which was hosted by the Modimolle Local Municipality it is believed that once you “Once the and the University of Limpopo. scale up the mountain you University The municipality invited will never come back alive. of Limpopo members from the above Some of the people chose to remain behind and some communities, to discuss the is done went halfway through, while issue of developing Modimolle with the Mountain into a tourist attracothers were brave enough to tion site. go to higher heights. research, The invited residents are Councillors Mpho Ledwaba, the inforthose who used to live in arShorty Marutha and Sello mation Molekoa were also among eas that were located around the Modimolle Mountain, durthe people who hiked up the would be ing the apartheid government. sacred mountain. docuAfter returning from the Modimolle Local Municipality mented spokesperson, Patrick Shika, mountain, a formal gathering told The Beat that these resiresumed, where residents and later dents were forced to leave were asked to share their exbe pubperience and give input retheir land in the past. garding the development of Shika said that the Univerlished,” sity of Limpopo was busy the Modimolle Mountain. doing research about the hisMarutha suggested that a cultural village would be a suitable detory of Modimolle Mountain. “Once the University of Limpopo is done velopment for this highly respected with the research, the information would mountain. Researchers from the University of be documented and later be published,” Limpopo captured ideas suggested by said Shika. The event started with a formal gather- members of the community, during the ing at the OR Tambo Hall, with Mayor formal gathering. Mzamane Ringane
Residents navigate their way through a barbed wire on the way to the Modimolle Mountain. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
Residents relax under huge rocks after a tiring trip to the Modimolle Mountain. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
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Termination of the teacher incentive causes a stir
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Limpopo MEC for Education Namane Masemola expressed shock about the termination of rural allowance to educators. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela The decision to terminate the rural allowance to educators with effect from January 2013 caused shock and distress to the members of the teachers’ union, SADTU. SADTU Limpopo noted in a statement that this incentive for teachers came about because of the decision of the, then Minister of Education, Naledi Pandor and was published in the government Gazette No 30678 in January 2008. SADTU said that the incentive was meant to attract and retain educators in far-flung, deeply rural, no-fee and remote schools. The statement stated that other schools that had to be considered were the so-called hardto-teach schools situated in difficult urban zones and schools that were experiencing a chronic shortage of educators in certain subjects such as Mathematics, Sciences and Information Communication and Technology (ICT). SADTU expressed its dissatisfaction right from the outset about the problematic manner in which the schools were selected and warned that if that were not attended to; the whole process would be highly unsustainable.
The Department of Education in Limpopo announced that education MEC, Namane Dickson Masemola, also learnt with shock about the termination of this incentive to educators. Spokesperson for the department, Pat Kgomo, said that the MEC had a meeting with SADTU on 18 January. He said that the MEC assured the union that this matter would await the finalisation of discussions in the national Education Labour Relations Council (ELRC) before it could be discussed at the level of the province. Kgomo said that MEC Masemola therefore commits himself to engage with the minister in order to reinstate this incentive. “He is extremely disappointed with this decision to terminate the incentive, particularly at this time where our province continues to do well in the Grade 12 results. The MEC would like to take this opportunity to assure the entire teacher population of Limpopo, particularly those in the rural areas, of his commitment to their welfare and his appreciation of the good work they are doing,” Kgomo said. “The MEC commits himself to the speedy resolution of this matter, ‘working together we can do more in providing quality education’,” said Kgomo. Chairperson of the union in the Waterberg District, Ali Pole, told The BEAT that the decision was never communicated to teachers. He said that the educators only learnt about it when they received their salaries and noticed that they did not receive their usual remuneration. Pole also raised concerns with the MEC about examination markers who have not yet been paid for the work done in 2012. He said some of the markers were only paid on Monday, 28 January, while some are still waiting for their wages. Kgomo told The BEAT that payments were to be made as from Monday, 28 January, throughout the coming few weeks. He said that he could not determine as to how many educators were paid and how many were not but the educators can be assured they will all be paid.
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From the mountain tops Some call it the Holy Mountain. Some call it Kranskop. Most of us know the world famous landmark as the Modimolle Mountain. The mountain has a definitive place in the collective history of all the people of the region. The story of how Modimolle became known as Nylstroom is quite funny. According to Thomas Baines, a group of Voortrekkers were trying to reach the Holy Land. When they saw the Mountain it looked like a pyramid to them and they thought that they have reached Egypt. When they saw the Mogalakwena River, they thought it was the Nile River. In Afrikaans the Nile is called the Nyl and that is how the name of Nylstroom came to be. For the people who lived here before the arrival of the Europeans, the mountain is a sacred site. The mountain stands guard at the Southern entrance of Limpopo and many locals believe it to be a place where the ancestors dwell. Even our reporter was a little scared to climb the mountain. Last week residents made a pilgrimage to the top of the mountain. They were joined by officials and researchers from the Limpopo University. The aim of the expedition was to see how locals would feel about turning the mountain into a tourist attraction. Turning the mountain into a tourist attraction could be good for the economy. The Waterberg is a wellknown tourism destination and a large part of the economy is boosted by the tourism injection. If the mountain could successfully be used to entice tourists to the site, it could become as famous and a lucrative as Table Mountain. On the other hand, development can only be successful if the natural environment is respected. The area consists of a series of unique natural habitats. There are many animals and plants natural to the area and their wellbeing should always be taken into account. Most importantly, the wishes of the people who see the mountain as a revered part of their history and culture should be considered. The younger generation might be happy for the job opportunities and economic growth that the development might bring. The older people might be more inclined to preserve the holiness of the site. One thing should be made clear from the very beginning of the project, the wishes of the people should be taken into account before any decisions are made.
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Experiencing revival in your life Bishop Silas Tlou
The old African proverb says that when an old man dies, a library burns down. A wealth of experience was collected in one place when senior citizens recalled their wonderful memories of the olden days while they sat in the shrubbery near the Modimolle Mountain. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
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All Christians long for true revival in their spiritual lives. They want to live in a closer relationship with God and they long for a deeper understanding of the Bible. There are certain steps that people can take to prepare themselves for revival. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal any sin in your life that is not confessed. Sin creates a barrier in rendering fervent prayer to God Almighty. Seek to be sincere at all times. Seek forgiveness from all whom you have offended, and forgive all who have hurt you. Make restitution where God leads you to do so. Examine your motives in every word and deed. Ask the Lord to search and cleanse your heart daily. David did this and he had a wonderful relationship with God. Ask the Holy Spirit to guard your walk against self-satisfaction and mediocrity. Praise and give thanks to God in all ways on all days, regardless of your circumstances. Refuse to obey your worldly nature. Galatians 5:16,17 – “If you are guided by the Spirit, you won’t obey your selfish desires. The Spirit and your desires are enemies of each other. They are always fighting each other and keeping you from doing what you feel you should.” Hunger and thirst after righteousness. Matthew 5:6 – “Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled.” Righteousness can be explained as the urge to obey God’s will. Appropriate the continual fullness and control of the Holy Spirit by faith on the basis of God’s command. Ephesians 5:18 – “Do not get drunk on wine, which leads to debauchery. Instead, be filled with the Spirit.” Appropriate the continual fullness and control of the Holy Spirit by faith on the basis of God’s promise. 1 John 5:14,15 – “We are certain that God will hear our prayers when we ask for what pleases him. And if we know that God listens when we pray, we are sure that our prayers have already been answered.” Read, study, meditate on and memorise God’s holy, inspired, inerrant Word daily. Colossians 3:16 – “Let the message about Christ completely fill your lives, while you use all your wisdom to teach and instruct each other. With thankful hearts, sing psalms, hymns and spiritual songs to God.” Pray without cease. Staying in the presence of the Lord protects you against all manner of abuses you could face. Praying without cease will give the tranquillity that comes with the presence of Lord. 1 Thessalonians 5:17 – “…and never stop praying.” Study the attributes of God so that you may know him well. Love God with all of your heart, soul and mind. Matthew 22:37,38 – “Jesus answered: Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul and mind. This is the first and most important commandment.” Surrender your life to Jesus Christ as your Saviour and Lord. Develop utter dependence on Him with total submission and humility.
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LEGALS MODIMOLLE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY AMENDMENT SCHEME NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR AMENDMENT OF THE TOWNPLANNING SCHEME IN TERMS OF SECTION 56(1)(b)(i) OF THE TOWNPLANNING AND TOWNSHIPS ORDINANCE, 1986 (ORDINANCE 15 OF 1986) I, NICOLA LUDIK being the authorized agent for the registered owners of the following property hereby give notice in terms of Section 56(1)(b)(i) of the Town Planning and Townships Ordinance, 1986, (0rdinance 15 of 1986) that I have applied to the Modimolle Local Municipality for the amendment of the Town- planning scheme in operation known as the Modimolle Land Use Scheme, 2004 by the rezoning of the properties described below, situated within the jurisdiction of the Modimolle Local Municipality as follows: Modimolle Amendment Scheme 275: · Erf 1/106 Nylstroom, located at 99 Van Riebeeck Street, Nylstroom, Modimolle, from “Residential 1” to “Residential 3” with a density of 66 units per hectare, subject to certain conditions. Modimolle Amendment Scheme 276: · Erf 438 Nylstroom Extension 2, located at 62 Jeppe Street, Nylstroom Ext 2, Modimolle, from “Residential 1” to “Special” for a recycling plant, business and such other subservient land uses as may be approved by the Local Authority with Special Consent, subject to certain conditions. All relevant documents relating to the applications will be open for inspection during normal office hours at the offices of the Modimolle Local Municipality, The Divisional Manager: Town-planning, Ground Floor, Modimolle Municipal Building, Harry Gwala Street, Modimolle for a period of 28 days i.e. 1 February 2013 to 22 February 2013. Any person who wishes to object to the applications or submit representations in respect thereof must lodge the same in writing to Private Bag X1008, Modimolle, 0510 or lodge it with the Modimolle Local Municipality at its address and room number specified above on or before 22 February 2013. Name en address of agent: NICOLA LUDIK ALTO AFRICA TOWN PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT CONSULTANTS P.O. Box 3007, Modimolle, 0510, 076 606 6372. (8/2) MODIMOLLE LAND USE SCHEME, 2004 Notice is hereby given to all whom it may concern that in terms of clause 23 of the Modimolle Land Use Scheme, 2004, I, Nicola Ludik, authorised agent of the property owner intend applying to the Modimolle Local Municipality
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1 February, 2013 for Special Consent to use a portion of Erf R/841 Nylstroom/ Modimolle for a Dwelling house office known as Chief Albert Luthuli str/Church str 133, Nylstroom located in a Residential 1 zone. Any objection, with the grounds therefor, shall be lodged with or made in writing to: The Divisional Manager: Town Planning, Ground Floor, Modimolle Municipal Building, or Private Bag X 1008, Modimolle, 0510, within 28 days of the publication of the advertisement in the Local Newspaper, viz 1 February 2013. Full particulars and plans (if any) may be inspected during normal office hours (08:00 – 13:00 and 13:45 – 15:00) at the above-mentioned office, for a period of 28 days after the publication of the advertisement in the Local Newspaper. Closing date for any objections: 22 February 2013 APPLICANT: NIKKI LUDIK P.O. BOX 3007, Modimolle, 0510, Telephone: 076 606 6372. (8/2) REMOVAL OF RESTRICTIONS ACT, 1967 APPLICATION FOR THE REMOVAL OF THE CONDITIONS OF TITLE OF REMAINING EXTENT OF THE FARM KLIPHEUVEL NO. 40, K.R., NORTHERN PROVINCE AND REMAINING EXTENT OF THE FARM BUFFELSHOEK NO.41 K.R., NORTHERN PROVINCE Notice is hereby given that application has been made in terms of section 3 (1) of the Removal of Restrictions Act, 1967, by Kgama Eco-Ranch Proprietary Limited, Registration Number 1989/006354/07 (formerly Hartebeestspruit Saamstaan Boerdery Eiendoms Beperk), the registered owner of the abovementioned properties for the removal of the condition.Notarial Tie Agreement No. K3324/2006, which ties Remaining Extent of the Farm Klipheuvel 40, situated at Kgama Eco-Ranch, to Remaining Extent of the Farm Buffelshoek No. 41 K.R., Northern Province, in the following deeds T96551/2000 in respect of Remaining Extent of the Farm Klipheuvel No.40 K.R., Northern Province and T18243/2001 in respect of Remaining Extent of the Farm Buffelshoek No.41 K.R., Northern Province).The application and the relevant documents are open for inspection at the office of the Deputy Director-General, Limpopo Province, Department of Co— Operative Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs, Hensa Towers, 3rd Floor, 20 Rabie Street, Polokwane, Limpopo and the office of the Municipal Manager, Civic Centre, O.R., Thambo Square, Harry Gwala Street, Modimolle until 04 March 2013. (1/2) NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION BY WAY OF AN AUCTION IN THE NORTH GAUTENG HIGH COURT, PRETORIA (REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA) CASE NO:66256/2011
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School sport has more value than just fitness
Participation in sports helps children develop on a physical and mental level. Sport can improve the overall wellbeing of a child. Photo: World Vision Sport is a great way for children to stay fit and healthy. It is also a very effective way of keeping young people busy in a constructive way, keeping them from destructive behaviour like crime, drug abuse and violence. The role of sport in schools has been debated for many years. Some people feel that sport is an activity that has the same goals as the education system, while others feel that it is actually a recreational activity that should not pull attention away from educaIn the matter between: ABSA BANK LIMITED Plaintiff and HERMANS MOIMA, Id no: 540102 5352 084 1st defendant MARIA SESINYANA MOIMA, Id no: 600901 0816 085 2nd defendant. Pursuant to a judgement given by the above-mentioned Honourable Court on the 18 January 2012 and a writ of execution on immovable property issued, in terms thereof and the subsequent attachement of the under-mentioned property, the under-mentioned property will be sold in execution on Thursday, 14 February 2013, time: 11:00, in front of the Magistrate’s court, 914 Masakaneng street, Modimolle (Nylstroom), to the highest bid offered. Description of property: Erf 914 Phagameng extension 1 township. Registration division; K.R., Limpopo Province. Measuring: 370 (three seven zero) square metres. Held by deed of transfer: TE9552/1992. Subject to conditions therein contained Also known as: 914 Masakaneng street, Phagameng x1, Modimolle. Improvements: The following information is furnished but not guaranteed: Lounge, kitchen, 3 bedrooms, 1 bath-
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tion. A wide range of behaviour is credited to sport in schools. Opponents have criticised sport for cultivating violence, an overemphasis on winning and the exploitation of individuals. Sport advocates have praised the value of sport as a contributor to health, personal growth and community integration. According to Leonard Wankel and Philip Kreisel psychologist who specialise in sports, five factors will influence a child’s enjoyment of a sport. If the child does not monies (d) registration conditions. have a sense of acSigned at Pretoria on this 8th complishment, the day of January 2013. SNYMAN DE JAGER INCORchild will not see the PORATED benefits of the exer6th Floor Bureau Forum Buildcise. The sport ing Bureau Lane, Pretoria, Gauteng should excite the Docex 7, Pretoria, P O Box 565, Pretoria, 0001 Tel: 012 326 1250/Fax: 326 6335 OUR REF: MR A HAMMAN/ N NAUDE/F0004117.
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child, or he will lose interest. The child must also have a sense that he is improving his skills, testing his skills against others and simply enjoying the sport skills that he possesses. Physical health can be maintained and improved through sport participation. This is very important to the overall wellbeing of the child. According to the United Nations Inter-Agency Task Force on Sport for Development and Peace, young people can benefit from physical activity as it contributes to developing healthy bones, efficient heart and lung function as well as improved motor skills and brain function. The World Health Organisation also published several reports on the mental benefits of sport. A number of studies have shown that exercise may play a healing role in addressing a number of emotional conditions. Studies also show that exercise has a positive influence on depression. In terms of the social aspects of child development, there are three main areas where sport has in influence. These include inclusion and community building, character building, and community safety. Sport teaches children about teamwork and good sportsmanship. It also teaches the child to try harder if he does not succeed. Sport has been used as a practical tool to engage young people in their communities through volunteering and to develop leadership qualities. It is clear that sport has a very important role to play in the development of a child of school age. Children should be encourage to take part in sports, not only to win or to be the best, but also to play the game in the best possible way. Sport has a legitimate place in our schools today, because it has numerous benefits for the growing child.
Bogus email implicates Klaas Mabunda Lizzy Bapela The spokesperson for the ANC Youth League in Limpopo, Klaas Mabunda, was allegedly framed for sending insensitive emails to the media. This raises serious concerns for the league. It came to the attention of the league’s communications unit in Limpopo that a fake email account was opened to send insulting media statements in the name of the Youth League. ANC Youth League provincial executive committee (PEC) member, Roleta Lebelo, said that they noticed something was going on when various media houses enquired about a certain statement that was sent to the media in the name of the Youth League. The league notified the media that a fake email address was created in Mabunda’s name. The fake address is klaasmabunda@yahoo.com(.) Lebelo said that the owner of the fake account issued a statement to many media outlets. The email insults ANC provincial secretary, Soviet Lekganyane, Lekganyane responded to a statement by Julius Malema recently. Lekganyane warned Malema against insulting the ANC or any leader in public. He said that the public spats destroy the unity within the organisation. Lekganyane was speaking during a radio interview.
The ANC Youth League in Limpopo confirmed that Mabunda only have two email addresses, klaasmabunda@gmail.com and ksk@executivemail.co.za. Lebelo said that any statement that comes from other addresses, claiming to be owned by the provincial spokesperson, is a fake and must not be entertained. She said that the matter is currently under investigation as Mabunda’s contact numbers were used to create the false account. She added the organisational letterhead was also used to issue the bogus statements. “We regret any inconvenience brought by the communication sent from that address,” she said. Mabunda told The BEAT that he is deeply shocked and would not want anyone to go through such a painful experience. He said the insults in the fake statements were uncalled for and he believed that they were intended to divide the ANC and ANC Youth League in Limpopo. “The orchestrator did so after the youth league’s national working committee (NWC) warned us against any public spats, which means any repeat would technically bring disbandment as a direct consequence.” “Fortunately I detected it quickly, before the ANC could respond to the fake statement, thinking it was issued by the ANC Youth League Limpopo. ” he said.
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BBEAG rewards top learners
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Pastors reach out to inmates in holding cells
Members of the BBEAG congratulated the learners who received the BKF donations. Their teachers and the department of education’s circuit manager, Mmakome Phatudi, accompanied the learners. Photo: TK Mashaba TK Mashaba Aim for a 100% pass rate in this year’s matric exams. This was the message that the Bela Bela Education Advocacy Group (BBEAG) delivered at their BBEAG Kickstart Fund (BKF) ceremony. The BBEAG held their BKF ceremony at the Bela Bela Community Hall on Saturday, 26 January. The ceremony celebrated the achievements of six top matric learners of 2012. The six achievers received R2 500 each to help them start their further academic careers. Piet Sibasa, of Bela Bela High School, thanked the BBEAG for the donation that he received. He also thanked the BBEAG in Schools (BIS) programme as well as his teachers and fellow learners for all their hard work. Sibasa said that it was his fondest wish that the Class of 2013 would achieve a better pass rate than the 74% of the previous year. “We need a 100% pass rate. This is possible if everybody is dedicated and work hard,” he said. The recipients of the BKF donations were Andries Tswai, from Maope High School, Jimmy Moseme and Petrus Chauke, both from Raeleng Secondary School, as well as Elias Maseme and Piet Sibasa, from Bela Bela High School. Jackson Mango completed his matric in 2011, but was actively involved in BBEAG
programmes throughout 2012. He received the last donation of R2 500 for 2012. There were no female learners who received a kick-start donation. In his speech at the ceremony, BBEAG corporate coordinator, Mike Makhubela, told learners that nothing is impossible. “No one should be limited when pursuing their dreams,” he said. Makhubele said that financial issues often stand in the way of people achieving their true potential and that the BBEAG wanted to help in that regard. He also told the learners who were present that success is about hard work and being focussed. According to Makhubela, the BBEAG is a stepping-stone to help learners with career guidance, tutors and other help. He said that the programme is available to all learners and that it is up to the learners to make use of the opportunity. Makhubela emphasised the importance of artisans in the society that the learners will enter after school. He said that there are not enough welders, boilermakers, carpenters and other artisans to keep up with demand. He said that learners should look at more than one career opportunity when they decide on their futures. Mmakome Phatudi, Waterberg Education Circuit Manager applauded the 2012 matriculates and expressed her hope that the 2013 would achieve a 100% pass rate.
Seleka Callies are ruling Stream C TK Mashaba The Mokopane based soccer team, Seleka Callies, is aiming very high this season. The team is on fire and spent the last few weeks at the top of the SAFA Regional League’s Stream C log. Seleka Callies, who beat Mogul FC 4-2 on Saturday, 26 January, have played seven games in the tournament so far. They won six of their matches and drew only one. They did not lose any games. The winning team have created quite a gap between them and the second team on the log, Domingos FC. Domingos FC are occupying the second place on the log with eleven points, while Callies are sitting comfortably on nineteen points. In recent matches, Domingos FC beat Sea Robbers FC 5-4 and Barcelona FC lost 2-1 to Ocean Birds FC. Zaba All Stars beat Super Eagles 2-1. Meanwhile in other regional soccer news, Stream B matched was played on Saturday, 26-, and Sunday, 27 January. Real Madrid played to a 2-2 draw with Dynasty FC while Maxoma FC suffered a serious loss of 5-3 against Thaba FC. Yster United FC, still the log leaders of Stream B, sealed their lead by beating Mokopane Morning Stars FC with a convincing final score of 5-3. Yster United also beat Real Madrid 3-1 in their second game over the weekend. Mokopane Stone Breakers beat
Mookgophong All Stars 3-0, while Mookgophong All Stars suffered defeat at the hands of Mosesetjane All Stars. The score was 4-3. Dimakatso Sundowns lost their game against Mosesetjane United FC with a final score of 2-1. Benefica and Simple Yellows played to a goalless draw. In Stream A of the SAFA Regional Waterberg League, Young Black Lizards beat A1 Terrors 3-1 while Diesel n Dust lost their game against Bazooka FC with a final score of 2-0. Bela Bela Pirates beat Total Surrender 1-0. The Bela Bela Pirates are in the second position on the Stream A log with seventeen points. There is an uncomfortably small gap between them and the frontrunners, Total Surrender. Total Surrender is leading the log with eighteen points. Total Surrender still has a game in hand. If they win this game, it will widen the gap between them and Pirates, but only time will tell.
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Members of the ministers fraternal in Bela Bela prayed for the inmates at the local police holding cells. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela Inmates at the Bela Bela police holding cells received a heart-warming visit from local pastors, who say they are ready to serve their community. Members of the Ministers’ Fraternal, led by their chairperson, Reverent Phetoe Mosima, visited the inmates on Monday, 28 January. The initiative was conducted as part of the organisation’s Adopt a Station Strategy. They implemented this strategy by adopting the Bela Bela police station. The Ministers’ Fraternal consists of pastors from various churches in Bela Bela. Reverent Molefi Tau is the deputy chairperson, Reverent Sammy Masole is the secretary and Reverent Anna Mathiane is the deputy secretary. Reverent Lesiba Sekhaolelo fulfils the role of treasurer for the organisation and Reverent Jeremiah Kgabo and Reverent Johanna Khoza are additional members. The pastors started the year on a high note, as they are presently still busy with Back to School campaigns at all the schools in the community. During their gathering at the police sta-
tion, the pastors were shocked to hear the inmates singing “Anthe Jesu o na mpona ga ke lela bjalo”, Jesus saw me when I was crying. Guest preacher, Pastor Jane Thema, encouraged the inmates to remember that they are also special in the eyes of God. She said that God calls on all of His children to lean on Him in every challenge and achievement. Mosima said that they are very happy to be part of the Bela Bela police station now and that they appreciate the good work that Captain Daniel Mapheto is doing for the community. Mapheto is addressing social prevention and conducting awareness in schools in Bela Bela about drugs and substance abuse. “We were impressed to witness Mapheto’s dedication when we attended several campaigns with him at schools where he always encourages children to understand the importance of education. The ministers fraternal are working very hard together with the police and we invite all the ministers and pastors to join us as we continue the journey to serve our community,” Mosima said.
Green light for textbooks TK Mashaba Limpopo learners are very grateful that their problems with textbooks are a thing of the past. They will no longer have to struggle without subject material due to a new initiative by the government. The Department of Education launched their new Delivery of Learning and Teaching Support Material programme in Limpopo. Last year Limpopo schools suffered under the worst delays when it came to the delivery of textbooks. The issue made headlines all over the world. Some schools had to go through a whole year of learning without any textbooks. However, this did not deter the learners from Limpopo from working harder, attending extra classes and putting in more hours behind the books. Limpopo achieved an overall 75% pass rate in the 2012 matric exams. Limpopo’s basic education MEC, Dickson Masemola, told members of parliament that textbooks have been delivered to all schools in the province. According to Masemola, 5,5 million textbooks were delivered to 3950 primary and high schools in Limpopo as part of the department’s programme. Al of these text books are aligned with the Curriculum and Assessment Policy Statement (CAPS).
The Publishers’ Association of South Africa (PASA) said that the Limpopo central warehouse received 100% of books by the end of October 2012. According to PASA executive director, Brian Wafawarowa, the process of delivering books was more coordinated with Limpopo receiving more attention due to the textbook crisis, which affected schoolchildren. The civil rights group, Section 27, is satisfied with the delivery of textbooks and workbooks to Limpopo schools. “We are encouraged that most schools in Limpopo, who had received no textbooks before the commencement of the 2012 academic year, have received their textbooks and workbooks for 2013,” the group said in a statement. Learners in all grades received stationary packs with the basic stationary needed for their school year. The department said in a statement that 99,7% of books were delivered in Limpopo and 100% of the allocated stationary. Infrastructure is still a common problem in Limpopo. Most schools need more classrooms, while others are falling apart and need to be upgraded. Basic Education Minister, Angie Motshekga, denied accountability in the Limpopo textbook saga. “It is an administrative function and it has nothing to do with me as a minister,” she told a business briefing in Johannesburg.
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A1 Terrors owner to take charge as head coach edly did not say that he was leaving or give any reasons for his departure. A1 Terrors FC, team who plays in Stream Thulare said that he would be coaching A of the SAFA Regional League, is ex- the team on a full time basis from now periencing some challenges. on. The Modimolle based team Terrors are in the fifth posilost two players and their tion of Stream A in the Re“The playcoach, who left the team for gional League. They have ers left us a greener pastures without played five games and month ago saying a word to the owner. earned seven points. The William Thulare, owner of team won two games, lost and did so A1 Terrors FC, said that the two games and drew one without players abandoned the team game. being rewithout getting clearance Others who were on the first. “The players left us a squad replaced the two playleased from month ago and did so withers, who are missing in acthe team,” out being released from the tion. team,” he said. They will fill the positions Thulare said that the missof midfielder and central deing players were seen practicing with fender. other teams by people in the commuThulare is also looking at the possibilnity. According to him, rumours are ity of selling two players. Frans spreading that a team in Soshanguve Maphuruma and Cyril Marakalla are both poached one of the two players. playing in the attacking midfielder posiThe team also lost a coach, who alleg- tion. TK Mashaba
A1 Terrors were training hard before their game over the past weekend. Photo: TK Mashaba
Residents of Mookgophong certainly enjoyed the public viewing area (PVA) for the African Cup of Nations (AFCON) at the Community Hall. They flocked to the hall, parading their complete support for the national soccer team, Bafana Bafana. Photos: Supplied
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