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Breakthrough after third bomb scare in Bela Bela
Police are looking for Kedibone Sonia Letsholo to help them with their investigations into the false bomb threats in Bela Bela. Photo: Supplied Lizzy Bapela Mondays have turned into scary days for the workers at the Bela Bela Bushveld Pick n Pay Centre and nearby shops,
as ridiculous false bomb scares ruin their day. People had to leave their jobs again and give way for the police to take care of the third bomb scare that took place in the area on Monday, 19 November. Bystanders told The BEAT that they are getting fed-up with the lies of the person playing games with people’s emotions and valuable police time, not to mention the taxes that are wasted in the process. All bystanders said that they wished the police could speed up investigations and make arrests very soon. Pick ‘n Pay employees expressed their concern about having to work so close to the crime scene. They are frightened for their safety because they have to work even when the police were at the scene. A n e mp l o y e e o f D i e P os , M aria Makwela, said that she was inside the bank, busy with transactions when the call came. Makwela said that she was at a teller when she heard an official blowing a
whistle and indicating that everybody must vacate the building. “We had to rush out of the bank but the doors were locked. Maybe the doors were locked to stop those outside from entering. When we finally got out, there was no one or no sign outside, indicating what was going on,” she said. “While we were still standing there in shock, we heard employees and customers of the bank asking each other about the whistle. They did not know what was going on and police had not yet arrived at the time,” she explained. The first incident took place in September, where the bomb squad had to drive all the way from Polokwane to certify the area bomb free. Various police units from across the Waterberg also had to leave their stations to come and attend to the supposed serious and life threatening scene in Bela Bela. The same thing happened in October.
It would seem that the incidents take place once a month and the police told The BEAT they would not rest until they catch the culprits. This time the police had managed to trace and identify the owner of the phone used to make the calls that disrupted Bela Bela. Police spokesperson, Captain Johnny Thiyo, said that the police’s special task team managed to identify the contact number through service providers, which has been registered, under the RICA act, to the name of 41-year-old Kedibone Sonia Letsholo. Thiyo said that Letsholo is not the one who made the calls and the police are still looking for the real perpetrators. He added more sensitive information could not be disclosed as it can prevent the police’s chances of making a breakthrough on the case. Police urge anyone who might have information that could lead to the suspects’ arrests to call Warrant Officer Dana Smith on 014 736 9713.
Malawian car thief gets five years in jail Lizzy Bapela
Friday 9 November Police in Pienaarsrivier are investigating a case of animal poaching following an incident that happened at Graspan Farm situated between Pienaarsrivier and Pankop. Police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Maxwell Nkanyane, said that nine suspects were arrested for allegedly poaching a sable bull valued at R100 000. He said the owner of the farm saw the animal’s skin on his farm and alerted the police immediately. Eight of the arrested suspects are juve-
niles and were released under their parents’ guardianship when they appeared before the Bela Bela Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 15 November. Nkanyane said one suspect is an adult aged 29 years and was detained in custody when he could not afford to pay the bail granted. He said the juveniles were released after social workers had assessed them. They are expected back in court on Thursday, 13 December.
Wednesday 14 November Three people were arrested in Mookgophong in connection with theft cases committed in the area. Police spokesperson, Warrant Officer George Ledwaba, said that the suspects, aged between 22 and 40 years, are all local residents. He said the suspects sneaked up at the local truck stop while drivers were resting and stole 11 boxes of body lotions to the estimated value of R11 000 and 10 containers full of diesel, estimated at R4 000.
Members of the detective team, Captain Chuene and head of the unit, Lieutenant Mathabatha, arrested the suspects and confiscated the stolen items. The suspects were found in possession of the items, which they hid in Phomolong. The suspects, Prince Maluleka aged 40, Frans Moyo, 22, and Chester Sibanda 36 were detained in custody, after an initial appearance before the court, and are expected to appear before the Mookgophong Magistrate’s Court again this week.
Sunday 18 November Police in Bela Bela are investigating a case of culpable homicide following an incident that happened on the R101 route near the Klein Kariba Holiday Resort. Police spokesperson, Captain Johnny Thiyo, said that two cars collided with each
other head on, killing one person instantly. He added that there was only one person in one vehicle and he was hospitalised after sustaining serious injuries. He further said other four people from another sustained minor injuries.
Burglary spree in Bela Bela Lizzy Bapela Criminals in Bela Bela have recently gone on a burglary spree when they committed a series of break-ins in town and in the township areas. Bela Bela police spokesperson, Captain Johnny Thiyo, said that the break-ins took place at different places on different dates and the police are still looking for the suspects. In the first two incidents, the suspects broke into two houses in the township on Thursday, 15 November. Thiyo said that, in one incident, the suspects opened the door by force and stole a cell phone and clothes, all worth just over R6 000. Thiyo added that, in another incident, the suspects stole a cell phone and the complainant suspects her own son. He further said that the Bela Bela police station commander, Colonel Ndaba, gave instructions for the police detectives to go out and bring the suspects to book.
Four other break-ins took place on Friday, 16 November, and the suspects opened doors by force to gain entry to the houses. Unknown suspects broke into a house at Buiskop farm and stole office equipment, a laptop, grocery and a cell phone, all valued at R34 500. Unknown suspects broke into a house in town and stole a sound system, binoculars, electric equipment, a telescope and a digital camera, all valued at R15 200. Another house in the township was broken into, where the suspects stole a TV, speakers, shoes and clothes worth R6 000. In the last break-in, Thiyo said the suspects stole two cell phones, both worth R2 800, before fleeing the scene. He indicated that the police are aware of the recent increasing rate of break-ins and are working hard to make arrests as soon as possible.
One of the nine Malawians who were recently arrested by the police at Beit Bridge for being involved in a well-orchestrated car-theft and smuggling syndicate was jailed for five years on Friday, 9 November. Seven top-of-the-range vehicles stolen from South Africa and later smuggled into Zimbabwe were recovered from the suspects, following their arrest in August. The vehicles were being smuggled from South Africa through an illegal crossing point along the Limpopo River. The seven were arrested in Beit Bridge Town during a routine border operation along the Limpopo River. Juma Charles Moyo (26) was convicted on his own plea of guilty when he appeared before Regional Magistrate Joseph Maveza. The other suspects are Aboo Bennelo Jussabi (31), Lee Shas Ajiba (29), Joe Khalid Kazembe (34), Collins Musa (35), Jali Mwsifa (32), Mohammed Idrus Laudon (28), Juma Afiki (34) and Abdu Khasim. The suspects are all being charged with
theft of a motor vehicle and contravening a section of the Customs and Excise Act (smuggling). Police recovered one of the vehicles, following a shoot-out with the suspects near Bubi village along the Beit BridgeMasvingo road. The smuggled vehicles included two Toyota Fortuners, one Nissan Navara, two Toyota Raiders, a Toyota Hilux and a Toyota Corolla. The South African Police have confirmed that four vehicles were stolen from Durban, while a Fortuner was stolen in Limpopo Province. Zimbabwean police have also engaged Interpol to conduct investigations about the vehicle market in Malawi. According to testimony in court, the cars would be driven across Zimbabwe, using fake registration books, vehicle identification documents, fake temporary import permits and ignition keys. It is understood that the suspects had been working conspiring with employees of some vehicle-tracking companies in South Africa. - LiN News/Limpopo Mirror
Suspended sentence for child rapist Lizzy Bapela A 48-year-old man was sentenced for a period of five years in jail for raping a 6-yearold child. Petrus Bronkhorst of Babalala Koelemansrus in Mookgophong was sentenced when he appeared before the Mokerong Regional Court on Thursday, 8 November. Mookgophong police spokesperson, Warrant Officer George Ledwaba, said that the victim was six years of age when the incident happened. According to Ledwaba, the accused raped the victim in 2009. Ledwaba told The BEAT that the state wholly suspended Bronkhorst’s five years sentence for a period of five years. He added that the accused’ sentence was suspended on conditions that he is not found guilty or convicted of sexual assault, incest, sexual assault of children, dealing with consensual sexual penetration with
minors and consensual sexual indecent with minors. The conditions of the suspension further include exposure of pornography to children, exposure of sexual organs, anus or female breasts to children and assault of a minor. Imprisonment sentence will be imposed without a fine during the period of suspension. The BEAT spoke to the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit commander, Major Philimon Ngobeni, of the Modimolle SAPS, who confirmed the incident and sentencing of the accused. Ngobeni indicated that the man was not checked for any mental challenges and he acted normal throughout the trial. He also confirmed that his unit has been working with the Mookgophong police on the case. He also acknowledged the good work done by investigating officer, Sergeant Rebecca Ntuli.
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Community shocked after arrests The community of Mookgophong were barred from attending the court proceedings on Friday, 16 November, in order to protect the minors who are accused of the crime. Photo by TK Mashaba.
they sniffed glue,” Ledwaba said. TK Mashaba Ledwaba explained that the accused would The community of Mookgophong are reeling be kept at the Bosasa Place of Safety in in shock and disbelief after police announced Polokwane while the court proceedings are the arrest of six children in connection with underway. In August this year, brothers Bafana the brutal murder of three children earlier this Kekana (10), Hosea Richard Kekana (10) and their cousin Johannah Kekana (12) were found year in August, on Thursday, 15 November. The news broke on Thursday, 15 November, dead in Mookgopong. They were in the care of Dikubu and on Friday, 16 November, Public School when they left the major national media outlets school grounds to take part in a were gathered in Mookgophong “According protest on behalf of their school to cover the shocking turn of at the offices of the Education Deevents. The community also to our partment. The three victims disgathered in front of the sources, five appeared during the protest. Mookgophong Magistrate’s of the six Their bodies were found three Court to see the suspects, who days later near 9th Street. They are al minors, ranging between children are were still in their school uniforms the ages of 10 and 16. homeless...” and their hands and feet were tied The suspects appeared in camwith shoelaces. era and all necessary steps The three cousins’ bodies were were taken to make sure that their rights, as minors, are protected. They covered with branches and a blanket. had to be transported in an unmarked sedan Johannah Kekana was allegedly raped in the and not in a recognisable police vehicle. They attack. The community of Mookgophong also received legal representation from the showed up at the court on Friday, 16 NovemLegal Aid offices. According to Mookgophong ber. The court’s decision to empty the public police spokesperson, Warrant Officer George gallery was met with anger from the public. Brigadier Hangwane Mulaudzi, Limpopo Ledwaba, the six children were arrested after investigations into the murders. Ledwaba SAPS spokesperson, said that a reward of stressed that more investigations are still R100 000 was promised to anyone for assistance in their investigations. He said that the underway. “According to our sources, five of the six whole community and SAPS were still children are homeless and it is alleged that shocked by the news.
Bela Bela Mayor forced to explain poor service delivery TK Mashaba
The council meeting was disrupted by angry ANCYL members. Photo: TK Mashaba
The angry ANCYL invaded the chamber office in the Bela Bela Municipality, singing out their frustration. Photo: TK Mashaba
The mayor of Bela Bela, Freddy Hlungwani, was left with no choice but to explain why there has not been an improvement in service delivery since he became mayor. This came after an angry group of ANC Youth League members disrupted a council meeting and demanded answers on Thursday, 22 November. The ANCYL delegations was lead by Pasco Thubela and the group forced the council to assemble in the Chamber office as the predetermined meeting place of the council was too small for all the protesting ANCYL members. Hlungwani received the group’s memorandum and was given seven days to respond to their questions. He told the ANCYL that there had been a lot happening in the council, but that it was not for him to divulge any information as per the ANC policies. “As the leader of the municipality, I do not take decisions alone. We discuss it as a council and vote on the matters. Unfortunately, in many cases, the councillors were against decisions that I believed would benefit the community,” he said. Hlungwani explain that there had been several cases where he wanted to approve the implementation of projects, but were stopped by other councillors who did not agree with him. As a result, these projects were never implemented.
Upon hearing his answers, the fuming ANCYL representatives wanted to know why it took Hlungwani so long to tell them that he was in disagreement with the council. Shadi Mononyane, speaker of the council, added to what the mayor had to say. “We have been marked down, the mayor and I. We believe that there is a need for better service in our community, because we have always had the community at heart. Whenever we try to make decisions during council meetings, it is a different story,” she said. Mononyane said she was not afraid to be taken down, as she believed her community come first than any personal benefits. Sipho Ndebele, concerned resident of Bela Bela, said that there was no confidence in the mayor because he took long to resolve council differences. “As a council you fight and disagree because of personal feelings and, at the end of the day, the community is suffering,” he said. The mayor said that he was still planning an Imbizo where he planned to address some of the reasons for delays to service delivery. The disrupted council meeting was attended by others, including Limpopo ANC chairperson, Morris Mataboge, former mayor, Henrietta Ledwaba and councillor, Lucas Nhlapo. Mataboge attended the meeting to appoint new municipal key management personnel when he had to witness the interferences.
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SACP on municipal chaos
Deputy Secretary of the SACP in the Govan Mbeki (Waterberg) District Philemon “DK” Magoai expressed concerns about the developments in the Bela Bela Local Municipality. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela The current developments in Bela Bela Local Municipality are of concern to the local South African Communist Party (SACP). The organisation’s deputy Secretary in the Govan Mbeki (Waterberg) District, Philemon Magoai, said that all the systems of the municipality have collapsed, including services to the people. Magoai says several factors contributing to the situation are senior managers, tenders, interference of councillors with administration and the union factor. He said the expiring of contracts of section 57 managers has led to councillors being at each other’s throats as each grouping has its own preferred candidate. “Some of the councillors are so arrogant and act on their own, forgetting that they should be taking their mandate from the constituencies that elected them. Most of these senior positions have put councillors, regional and provincial offices of the ANC at loggerheads. The situation is so bad that councillors exchange vulgar words in the corridors,” he said. He added party political issues that originate from the previous council arrangements are continued in the current council. “Perhaps the mistake that my comrades made in the ANC is to return those old com-
rades who just brought their old grudges into the new council. Here you have councillors from the same organisation fighting each other, while in the other hand you have DA councillors who are used by councillors of the ANC to fight their own political battle,” he said. Magoai claimed that he knew of many examples where the DA conspired with some ill disciplined councillors of the ANC to destabilise the council. “Maybe the DA should start to play their role as the opposition party and not behave like an extension to the ANC factions,” he said. Magoai said that the issue of tender projects has always been thorny in all the municipalities, but what makes it unique in Bela-Bela is the fact that most councillors allegedly have interests in these tenders. He alleged that it was so bad that, if a tender is not awarded to the company that is related to a particular councillor, that project will be stopped without reason. Magoai claimed that there is huge confusion amongst councillors whether they are labour relations officers or employers. He said they just do not know their limits and this causes friction between unions, councillors and management. “The unions are not focused on issues of labour but on internal squabbles between councillors and management. They connive with some councillors to determine which managers should be hired and this unholy union of councillors and some SAMWU members inform the work stoppages,” Magoai charged. “Until these matters are resolved, there will never be a proper functioning of the municipality,” said Magoai. The SACP says that a cocktail of solutions is needed to remedy the situation and this means that councillors must not interfere with administration as stipulated in the municipal systems act of 2000, 11(a) and (b) and they must not be allowed to interfere with appointment of senior managers in the municipality. SACP says the ruling party should recall the current councillors, who are well known to the ANC and community and the regional executive committee (REC) of the ANC should make sure that councillors focus on issues of service delivery. The organisation further says that union members have to be vigilant and not elect members who represent their own interests but the interest of workers.
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16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children
The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children aims to stop all violence against women and children. Photo: Supplied The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children is an international campaign that is also active in South Africa. It takes place every year from 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, to 10 December, the International Human Rights Day. The period includes Universal Children’s Day and World AIDS Day. During this time, the South African Government runs a 16 Days of Activism Campaign to make people aware of the negative impact of violence on women and children and to act against abuse. According to GenderLinks, a charity that campaigns for equality and justice, the Sixteen Days of Activism 2012 Campaign is happening under the global theme “From Peace in the Home to Peace in the World: Let’s Challenge Militarism and End Violence against Women!” Militarism remains a key source of violence for women. As an ideology that creates a culture of fear, militarism supports the use of violence, aggression, and military interventions for settling disputes and enforcing eco-
nomic and political interest. It privileges violent forms of masculinity, and presumes that violence is an effective way to solve problems. Militarism often has grave consequences for safety and security of our society as a whole, including women, children and men. The South African government encourages people to support the campaign by wearing the white ribbon during the 16-day period. A white ribbon is a symbol of peace and symbolises the commitment of the wearer to never commit or condone violence against women and children. Citizens are also encouraged to volunteer at organisations that promote the safety of women and children. The campaign also encourages all people to speak out against the problem. Witnesses of these crimes should report it. Silent victims should be encouraged to talk about abuse and get help. Children are encouraged to report abuse and bullying behaviour. The three main campaign priorities for 2012 are violence by state actors, domestic violence and the role of small arms as well as sexual violence during and after conflict.
Zimbabweans urged to go home to vote in the referendum Zimbabwean nationals who are living outside the country are urged to go back home and exercise their right to vote during next year’s elections. This call was made during a meeting held at Musina Municipality’s boardroom in Nancefield last Sunday. The meeting was organised by the Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition’s regional office, based in Johannesburg. According to Tafadzwa Maguchu, media and communication officer of the group, the meeting was meant to provide an analysis and update about the situation in Zimbabwe since the formation of a coalition government between Zanu-PF, MDC and its faction, led by Arthur Mutambara. During the meeting, MDC member of parliament, Dorcas Sibanda, said that she was urging all Zimbabweans to vote
“Yes” in the referendum that is going to be conducted early next year on whether the draft constitution should be approved or not. Sibanda said they were urging the Zimbabweans to vote “Yes” as they are happy about 75% of its contents, such as the 50/ 50 representation of men and women in parliament. According to this draft constitution, the president is only allowed to stand for two terms. “We also managed to push that civil servants, especially police and soldiers, must not campaign for elections,” said Sibanda. She added that there were still outstanding issues, such as freedom of the press. “The fact that Zanu-PF is unhappy with 266 points in the constitution confirms that we managed to push for a better constitution that will take the country back to normal,” said Sibanda. If the majority of Zimbabweans vote “Yes”
during the referendum, elections will be held early next year. However, Madock Chivasa, spokesperson for the National Constitutional Assembly in Zimbabwe, said, “the Zimbabweans should vote ‘No’ to the constitution as it does not represent them.” Chivasa added said they did not want a better constitution “but a perfect one”. Meanwhile, Sipho Theys, a South African from a lobby group called Action Support Centre (Zimbabwe Solidarity Forum), said Zimbabweans should go home and vote “Yes” during the referendum, so that they can also vote for change during elections. Theys said the formation of the coalition government had laid the foundation that had made it possible for political processes that enabled non-violent expression of political and social aspirations. “I have heard that the community is agree-
ing that the draft constitution is a step in the right direction, even though it has its weakness. This is a working document and it can be improved as times goes on. The document does not guarantee an automatic better life for all, but you have to fight for your space like us South Africans as we are still doing it today. Those who say is pointless to go home and vote are making a mistake as their decision of not voting will still work against them,” said Theys. Jacob Matakanye, from the Musina Legal Advice Centre, also urged Zimbabwean nationals to go and vote “Yes” during the referendum and elections. “If you want to see changes back home, make sure that you and your families, together with friends, are voting during elections.” — LiN News/Limpopo Mirror
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What about the children? This week, the whole Waterberg community was horrified to learn that six children were arrested for the murders of the three Kekana children in Mookgophong. The youngest of the suspects is only 10 years old. Also in this week’s edition of The BEAT, a man received a five year suspended sentence for raping a six year old. In the same week, the case against the so-called Modimolle Monster began. This man allegedly tortured his wife and shot her son in retribution for her leaving him. Two weeks ago, The BEAT reported about a protest march after a forty-yearold man raped a five-year-old girl. It should be quite ironic that all of these stories made the headlines just before the Sixteen Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children is about to kick off on 25 November. Unfortunately, these types of stories are making headlines throughout the year. What is our government doing to stop the violence against women and children? According to the Government Communications and Information Systems (GCIS), our government is establishing a Council on Violence against Women and Children. This council will include key government departments, civil society organisations and other relevant partners. It will coordinate comprehensive initiatives implemented to stop the scourge. They are also working on a barometer that will measure the number of women who will benefit from the jobs they seek to create under the New Growth Path and highlight the high impact of unemployment on women. It is good news that government is putting legislation and planning committees in place to fight violence against women and children on an administrative level, but that is not much help to the women and children that are suffering right now. The fact is that government, apart from harsher sentencing and parole conditions, can only do so much to stop this type of violence happening on grassroots level. The actual intervention and change should come from communities themselves. It is up to every person in a community not to turn a blind eye. Do not look away when you see an adult beating a child, even if you feel the child deserved it. Beating a child is not discipline, it is abuse. Do not look away when you see your neighbour walking around with bruises from beatings, Talk to her, help her talk about her pain and encourage her to report the abuse. We live in a society where women and children are extremely vulnerable and they will only be empowered when every individual of the community decides that the abuse can no longer be tolerated.
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John 5:31-40; 8:13-18 - Jesus acknowledged that His own testimony was not conclusive by itself, since He was only one witness. So He listed other witnesses: John the Baptist, His miracles, the Father, and the Old Testament Scriptures (prophecy). If Jesus is who the Bible writers claim Him to be, surely we would expect Him to personally make and accept those claims. If He denied such claims, that would settle the issue. If He neither affirmed nor denied them, we would have doubts. But if He Himself testified in favour of the claims, then He would constitute one more witness to add to our evidence. If we do not accept the Bible record as valid history, then we cannot possibly know what to believe about Jesus. But we have already cited evidence that Bible writers are honest and accurate eyewitnesses. See again John 15:27; Acts 1:8,21,22; 2:32; 10:39-41; John 21:24; 20:30,31; 1 John 1:1-3; 2 Peter 1:1618; 1 Corinthians 15:1-8,14,15. “Christ” is the New Testament word for the Messiah, the anointed ruler predicted in the Old Testament. “Son of God” refers to Jesus’ special relationship to the Father - a unique position no one else has - the only begotten Son (John 3:16). Matthew 16:13-18 - Jesus rejected as inadequate the claims that He was just a prophet. But when Peter confessed Jesus to be the Christ, in John 6:69, the Son of the Living God, Jesus said that the Father Himself had revealed this to Peter. John 4:25, 26 - “The woman said, ‘I know that the Messiah is coming, the one who is called the Christ. When he comes, he will teach everything to us.’ Jesus said to her, ‘I Am the one who speaks with you.” Jesus acknowledged to the Samaritan woman that He was the Messiah. John 9:35-37 - He told a blind man whom He had healed that He was the Son of God. Matthew 26:63-66 - During His trial in the presence of His enemies, Jesus acknowledged that He was the Christ, the Son of God. In addition, He allowed various other disciples to make such claims for Him. John 11:27 – “She replied, “Yes, Lord, I believe that you are the Christ, God’s Son, the one who is coming into the world.” Matt. 14:33 – “Then those in the boat worshipped Jesus and said, “You must be God’s Son!” John 8:58 - When asked how He could be old enough to have seen Abraham Jesus said, “...before Abraham was, I AM.” His statement claims eternal existence. God used “I am” in the same way in Exodus 3:14. The spirit of God that never permanently occupied a body or form before, took on the form of a man by becoming the person of Jesus Christ. He was no longer invisible. Both God and man, born in Bethlehem as Jesus.
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SMALLS LEGALS NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION IN THE POLOKWANE CIRCUIT COURT OF NORTHERN GAUTENG HIGH COURT Case No.: 270/2010 In the matter between: NEDBANK LIMITED Plaintiff and KGOLOKO VILJOEN LESUFI (ID: 560523 5607 083) First Defendant MATSHEDISO HAZEL LESUFI (ID: 520902 0751 089) Second Defendant Pursuant to a Judgment of the above Court and Writ of Attachment date 12th of June 2012, the under-mentioned immovable property will be sold in execution on: Thursday, 06 December 2012 at 11h00(am) at Magistrate’s Offices Nylstroom, Van Emmenis street, Modimolle, Limpopo Province to the highest bidder: A Unit consisting of(a) Section no 9 as shown and more fully described on Sectional Plan No. SS1355/07 (“the sectional plan”) in the scheme known as Shakala Village in respcet of the land and building or buildings situate at Erf 3003 Nylstroom Extensions 23 Townshiop - Local Authority - Modimolle Local Authority of which section the floor area, according to the said sectional plan, is 83 (Eighty three) square metres in extent (“the mortgaged section”); and (b) An undivided share in the common property in the scheme apportioned to the said section in accordance with the participation quota as endorsed on the said sectional plan (“the common property”) Held under Deed of Transfer ST 167922/2007 Subject to the conditions contained therein and more specially subject to the conditions imposed by the Koro Creek Home Owners Association (“the property”) Subject to the following conditions: 1. The property shall be sold “Voetstoots” to the bidder and the sale shall be subject to the provisions of Section 66 of the Magistrate’s Court Act of 1944, as amended, subject however to the confirmation of the sale by the first bondholder, namely Nedbank Limited. 2. The purchase price shall be paid as to 10% (Ten percent) of
23 November, 2012 the purchase price in cash on the date of the sale and the unpaid balance, together with interest thereon at the rate of 8.35% p.a to the date of registration of transfer, shall be paid or secured by a Bank Guarantee, within 14 (Fourteen) days after the sale. 3. The following improvements are reported to be on the property, but are not guaranteed: Sectional Title Unit; 4. Conditions of Sale: The full conditions of the sale may be inspected at the offices of the Sheriff of the High Court, Waterberg, Mr. HP Jacobz, PO Box 2397, Nylstroom, (Modimolle) Tel: 014 717 3647/082 494 3202. Dated at Polokwane this 19 November 2012. ESPAG MAGWAI ATTORNEYS ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF(S) Adam Tas Building, 26 Jorissen Street, Polokwane, Tel: 015 297 5374/Fax: 015 297 5042 REF: PJ VAN STADEN/SJ/ MAT2469 NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION IN THE NORTH GAUTENG HIGH COURT, PRETORIA (REPUBLIC OF SOUTH ARICA) Case No. 52560/2012 In the matter between: THE STANDARD BANK OF SOUTH AFRICA LIMITED Plaintiff And WESTERN OCEAN INVESTMENT 90 CC REG. NO: 20041/090393/ 23 Defendant In execution of a judgment of the High Court of South (North Gauteng High Court, Pretoria) in the abovementioned suit, a sale without reserve will be held by the Sheriff, Nylstroom (Modimolle) in front of the Magistrate’s Court, Van Emmenis Street, Nylstroom, on Thursday, 13 December 2012 at 11h00 of the undermentioned property of the defendants subject to the conditions of sale which are available for inspection at the offices of the Sheriff Nylstroom, 50 Alfred Mzo Street, Modimolle (Nysltroom). Erf 680 Nylstroom Extention 4 Township Registration Division: K.R. Limpopo Province Measuring: 1017 (One Zero One Seven) Square metres Held by Deed of Transfer T38832/2006 Subject to the conditions therein contained Better known as: No. 18A Smith Street, Nylstroom The following information is furnished with regard to im-
provements on the property althought nothings in this respect is guaranteed: The propertyu consists of: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 dining room and a garage. Dated at Pretoria on November 2012. HACK STUPEL & ROSS ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF 2nd Floor, Standard Bank Chambers, Church Square, Pretoria, Tel. 012 325 4185 REF: T. DE JAGER/ YOLANDI/HA10476 NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION IN THE NORTH GAUTENG HIGH COURT, PRETORIA (REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA) Case No. 22080/ 2011 In the matter between: THE STANDARD BANK OF SOUTH AFRICA LIMITED Plaintiff And TOF SKENG TAU ID: 720305 5479 086 Defendant In execution of a judgment of the High Court of South Africa (North Gauteng High Court, Pretoria) in the abovementioned suit, a sale without reserve will be held by the Sheriff, Nylstroom (Modimolle) in front of the Magistrate’s Court, Van Emmenis Street, Nylstroom, on Thursday, 6 December 2012 at 11h00 of the undermentioned property of the defendants subject to the conditions of sale which are available for inspection at the offices of the Sheriff Nylstroom, 50 Leyds Street, Modimolle (Nylstroom). Erf 978 Vaalwater Ext. 1 Township Registration Division: K.R. Limpopo Province Measuring 394 (Three Hundred and Ninety Four) Square metres Held by Deed of Transfer T58571/2000 Subject to the Conditions therein contained Better known as: Erf 978 Vaalwater Ext. 1 (978 Moleka Street, Vaalwater) The following information is furnished with regard to improvements on the property although nothing in this respect is guaranteed: The property consist of: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. Dated at Pretoria on 19 October 2012. HACK STUPEL & ROSS ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF 2nd Floor, Standard Bank Chambers, Church Square, Pretoria, Tel. 012 325 4185 REF: T. DE JAGER/ YOLANDI/HA10218
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Successful nominations process for ANC Youth League Lizzy Bapela The ANC Youth League in Limpopo has listened to the call from the national executive committee (NEC) of the African National Congress (ANC), which has ruled and authorised all leagues to convene both the regional general councils (RGC) and provincial general council (PGC). The league’ spokesperson Klaas Mabunda said that the councils are meant to make nominations concerning raising preference on leadership towards the national conference in Mangaung. He said the league has successfully convened the general councils, meeting all prescribed requirements as set out by the NEC. He added that the organisational structures in Limpopo has used the platforms to assess and evaluate the work of the seating NEC of the ANC, and therefore concluded on intensifying their call for change in leadership and policy. Mabunda further said that the ANCYL oppose the use of intimidation, anarchy, prejudice and suppression against any member of the ANC regardless of the influential and financial background. He said that they remain the pioneers for the continued existence of the ANC and its integrity in the society. “The moral character of our general councils had significance in the
assessment of our strength on the on-going nomination process. It also made an undertaking to guide and influence branches which are controlled by fear, tribalism, unpredictability and avoidance of the domination of a particular tribe above others, funded through the aftermath of the abuse of state coffers.” “Delegates and the leadership openly criticised those who think they have the whole country in their pockets, the ANC around their fingers and disrespected the entire citizens due to their narrow embracing of utilizing discipline to stifle debates and to a larger extend suspend and expel our members,” said Mabunda. He said that their delegates did all this with a full view of rescuing the ANC from charlatans who never allow a day to go by without allegedly accusing their objective members of being demagogues and alcohol abusers. The ANCYL met and consolidated the unanimous outcomes of RGC’s during their PGC, which was held on Saturday, 17 November. Mabunda said the PGC formalised their call for change and generational mix and agreed to send delegations to other provinces to mobilize them behind the flag of change. The league stands by their call for Kgalema Motlanthe for presi-
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dent. The league nominated Matthews Phosa to deputise Motlanthe, Fikile Mbalula for secretary general (SG) and deputised by Thenjiwe Mtintso. Tokyo Sexwale is nominated for treasurer general and Thandi Modise national chairperson. The PGC amongst others nominated additional members including Cassel Mathale, Bheki Cele, Simphiwe Nyanda, Max Sisulu, Magdeline Moonsamy, Pallo Jordan, Paul Mashatile, Sandile Sejake, Tony Yengeni, Andile Lungisa, Sibusiso Ndebele and Joel Netshitendzhe. “The ANCYL Limpopo went everywhere mankind can reach to advocate for change, to assure our disgruntled communities of the hope we have in the better and focused ANC after Motlanthe and his collective have been elected in Mangaung.” “Our communities which the ANC once enjoyed the overwhelming support are concerned about the vendetta leadership style of President Jacob Zuma.” “They are also concerned about the continued manipulation and decline in the numbers of the ANC membership under the monitoring eye of secretary general, Gwede Mantashe, as a fulltime politician in the Luthuli House,” Mabunda concluded.
Eskom officials in the Waterberg distributed pamphlets for the public to grab at all their events. Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela The Bela Bela Local Municipality and various government departments will be part of the
stakeholders’ forum that is expected to take place in the area. The forum, an initiative by the electricity supply company, Eskom, will take place at the Bela Bela Com-
munity Hall on Thursday, 29 November. An official from Eskom, Frans Makhura, said that the event would be targeting business people, ward councillors, traditional, community leaders, and church leaders from in and around the area. He said electricity portfolio officers, civic structures, SANCO and community development workers (CDWs) are also expected to form part of the event. Makhura said topics that will be covered include energy efficiency, contact centre information, capacity constrains and power outages. The forum will also inform the audience about network strengthening, application, using electricity safely and building under power line.
Bela Bela Joshua Doore staff members “dressed to kill” during their fun day at the store on Friday, 16 November. Women dressed in men’s clothes, while men did vice versa and had to do all the chores usually done by women such as bringing them food and cleaning. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
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Everyone welcome at the Annual Toy Run
The 2011 Toy Run collected more than 12 000 toys for less privileged children in communities throughout Pretoria and Limpopo regions. Photo: Supplied The 30th Annual Pretoria and Limpopo Toy Run will take place on Sunday, 25 November, at The Carousel Hotel and Casino. This year Bikers that Care will host their fifth Toy Run at The Carousel Casino and Entertainment World in Hammanskraal, just off the N1 highway. The annual charity run enjoys wide support from communities in Pretoria and Bela Bela. In 2011, the group of motorcyclists taking part in the run was 37 kilometres long. Bakwena will open the Pumulani Plaza and Carousel Plaza tollgates in order to get the riders into Carousel’s parking area. The 2011 Toy Run collected more than 12 000 toys and there were approximately 10 000 participants with about 7 500 motorcycles; these numbers grow every year. There are two departure points for the mass rides to The Carousel Casino. One ride will depart from the Colonnade Retail Park in Zambezi Drive, Montana, in Pretoria at 08:30. The other will take off
from - O’Hagan’s in Warmbaths at 08:00. Think Bike’s Marshals and Metro Police escort these mass riders from Pretoria via the N1 highway as well as Think Bike Marshals and Bela Bela Traffic Department from Warmbaths via the R101. The main objective of the Bikers That Care Annual Pretoria and Limpopo Toy Run at The Carousel is to collect and distribute toys, non-perishable items, toiletries & gifts during the Christmas Holiday Season to less privileged children in communities throughout Pretoria and Limpopo regions. The day is a great one for family and friends alike, with various exciting activities taking place, such as Face painting, jumping castles and live music throughout the day. Entrance is free, except for vehicles at the Carousel gate of the R101. Bikers that Care only ask for a toy of any size as “entry fee.” For more information contact Chris on 084 919 5990 / 071 592 3677 or email chris@bikersthatcare.co.za. Interested parties can also go to www.bikersthatcare.co.za for toll plaza fees, arrival and departure routes.
Keys Snow drops album
Mookgophong born Keys Snow has dropped his first full length album as part of a 5-disk pack by House Afrika. Photo: Supplied TK Mashaba Key Snow, the well-known local DJ and producer from Mookgophong, finally dropped a full-length Deep House album under one of the largest South African record labels, Label House Afrika, Keys Snow put disk 3 in the 5-CD House Afrika pack together. The 5-disk set is called “The Bigger Picture.” Keys’ newest track, “You and Me,” was recently released by House Afrika on Traxsource with remixes by Rowick Deep and, the UK based, Martin East. It appears here alongside a Martin East collaboration and a raft of new tunes like the sublime “Love Life.” Keys Snow is based in Pretoria and his jazzy style has earned him commendations from the likes of Black Coffee, Quentin Harris and C-Pen.
Having played piano a lot from a young age at church, he grew up to adopt numerous styles including jazz, fusion and contemporary. He was immediately attracted to the deep, soulful and afro qualities of house music and found his genre in the world’s dance-lounges. Places like Ayana’s Rock Bar, Kalawa-Jazzmee Lounge, House 22, Co-fi and Cappello in Hatfield, where dancing and style seemed to coexist effortlessly, gave him a musical home. Moving to Pretoria, he quickly gained acclaim for his sophisticated DJ sets that blend different styles in a seamless flow creating variety for his audience. Whether it is deep, soul or afro beat in clubs, outdoor venues or even restaurants; Keys’ music always stands out as unique. He has participated in a number of DJ nights, spinning alongside Martin East, Vinny da Vinci, Black Coffee, Culoe de Song, Sisco and Greg Nate. In Studio, Keys has worked with some of the best musicians including Jared Douglas, Zano and Mpho Maboi, Kay. Snow has released four singles and remixed four singles that have earned him praise from international heavyweights. He is featured on numerous projects including “Travelled Far,” “Lutho” and “Happiness,” with GregNate. Respected as a performer in his homeland and loved overseas as a producer and remixer — Keys has been touted as the one to watch on the South African Dance scene.
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Caribbean Mas Feeva Carnival hits high note With just a week before the hosting of the Caribbean Mas Feeva (CMF) in Bela Bela, organisers are overwhelmed by the positive response they are receiving from the local residents, businesses and art lovers. This, as the municipality is finalising its preparations for the hosting of Africa’s first ever Trinidad and Tobago style carnival in Bela Bela on 1 and 2 December. The colourful carnival is billed for two days at the Bela Bela Showground, with the main event comprising of a street parade, accompanied by motor-bikers, troupes, traditional dancers, masquerades and music concert on Saturday evening. The international carnival will end on Sunday with the hosting of a Shisanyama at the same venue. Speaking to Die Pos /Beat, Bela Bela municipal spokesperson Matome Sebelebele said that the municipality was encouraged by the zeal and determination of the Bela Bela community to make this international event a huge success. “We are overwhelmed by the positive response we are receiving from both local and outside participants, local franchises, the artists in Bela Bela and even the little kids throughout the municipality, who decided on their own to craft their costumes, they will be wearing on the day,” said Sebelebele. He indicated that as organisers, they were amazed at the positive energy flowing throughout our town and township.” “This is unprecedented to have all sections of our community both black and white, coloured and Indians behind such fun event owned and supported by the people of Bela Bela. We are excited and look forward to facilitating the display of the local skill, energy and vibe,” he said. Sebelebele further alluded that many from outside Bela Bela have shown keen interest too. “We were surprised that people we went to, to form partnership, with from government to media houses, actually wanted to come here to also participate in their personal capacities,” he added.
Plans are afoot to ensure that day visitors and tourists of game lodges, B&B and hotels in Bela Bela also partake and join the Carnival. The event is also expected to be attended by government ministers from Trinidad and Tobago, senior officials from department of cooperation and international relations, ambassadors from Caribbean countries including Brazil, Jamaica. On Wednesday, the municipality hosted a dress rehearsal for municipal employees who had formed one of the bands to participate in the street parade. Klein Kariba, Forever Resorts and Sondela have also formed own bands. CMF Marketing Officer, Engeline Gericke, said local businesses have also joined in, with many excited by the development. “We are therefore calling on local business to make a contribution through forming bands for their employees, to buy space to advertise their goods and services to the audience. Already many, such as Sondela, Forever Resorts, and Klein Kariba are on board because they see fantastic benefits value and business mileage out of this,” said Gericke. The carnival will also see local artists exhibit their talents. “This is such an wonderful opportunity and amazing space for us as local artists to profile the incredible world class talent we have in Bela Bela,” For me, personally, I would not have asked for a better opportunity than this as I will be opening my gallery soon after the Carnival,” said Yolandi Diener. The series of CMF events are scheduled to kick tomorrow with 15 local carnivalists welcoming the international guest from Trinidad and Tobago and the US at the O.R. Tambo International dressed in the colourful costumes. Organiser Nozipho Ndiweni and guests will then attend a welcome party at the Trinidad and Tobago High Commission in Pretoria on Sunday, which will then be followed by a pan jazz concert at University of Pretoria, next Friday.
MEC gives thanks Lizzy Bapela MEC for Education in Limpopo, Namane Masemola, sent a statement to all educators and examination officials, thanking them for their hard work during the 2012 Grade 12 examinations. The examinations officially commenced on 22 October and will end on 28 November. Spokesperson for the department in the province, Pat Kgomo, announced that this year about 92750 Grade 12 learners sat for their exams in the province. He said the department has established 20 marking centres across the province, with 4940 qualified markers.
Kgomo confirmed that the 2012 markings officially started on Sunday 18 November at 09h00. He said the markings started with Agricultural Science Paper 1 and 2 at the Continuous Professional Development Centre (CPD) in Makhado, Vhembe District. Mathematics Literacy Paper 1 and Mathematics Paper 1 markings will be at Tivumbeni CPD centre in Nkoankoa, Mopani District. “The marking will end on 12 December and MEC Masemola will release the results on 3 January 2013. The department motto for this year is “working together we can do more in providing quality education.”
Ten tractors for Waterberg Lizzy Bapela Smallholder farmers in the Waterberg District are set to benefit from the assistance of 10 tractors from the Limpopo Department of Agriculture (LDA). The announcement was made when MEC FOR Agriculture in Limpopo, Jacob Marule, launched the provincial mechanism programme on Wednesday, 14 November. Spokesperson for the department in Limpopo, Mashudu Mabata, said that the programme is meant to assist smallholder farmers in the province. The LDA has received 72 tractors with
equipment from the national Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (DAFF). Mabata said the tractors were distributed in various districts and the LDA will operate them in the provision of ploughing services. “To promote much access of the farm machinery by smallholder farmers, the tractors will be placed at various service centres across the province. This is one of Government’s initiatives to stimulate food production in rural communities,” he said. The launch was held under the theme “from farming to industrial agricultural development”.
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NTK Happy Boys rattle Modimolle Troublemakers
NTK Happy Boys surprised Modimolle Troublemakers in the Waterberg SAB League clash last weekend. Photo: Mzamane Ringane the earliest minutes of the game, with their strikers attacking from the first blow of the whistle. Coach Simon Makhubela was head over heels after they claimed their first victory of the season, especially after grabbing the maximum number of points against a team of Troublemakers’ calibre. Makhubela said that defeating Troublemakers would surely lift the confidence at their camp. However, even after winning the match
Mzamane Ringane and TK Mashaba It was a David versus Goliath situation when, newly promoted, Modimolle NTK Happy Boys surprised Waterberg SAB Regional League giants, Modimolle Troublemakers FC with a 3-0 drubbing. The two teams met on Saturday, 17 November, in a mouth-watering league encounter at Modimolle’s Ephraim Mogale Stadium. Happy Boys proved to be a threat from
Happy Boys assistant coach, Eliphas Ngoepe, told The Beat that they were dissatisfied with the way referees officiated their match. Ngoepe said most of the decisions taken by the referees left much to be desired. On the other side, Troublemakers accepted the shocking defeat, and said they had identified a few mistakes that cost them the game. “Our defence was not solid, and our midfield players had many chances with the ball but didn’t distribute well. We always urge our players to guard against underestimating other teams, as there are no underdogs in the league. We accept this defeat, and we are now going back to rectify our mistakes”, said Troublemakers coach, Dion Bodiba. Another fixture that took place on Saturday was between Modimolle A1 Terrors and their neighbours, Young Black Lizards. A1 Terrors did not disappoint their fans when they walloped their rivals 2-0. Kgaugelo Serepa found the back of the net on the 14th minute of the first half, to put his team in the lead. It looked like they would go home with a 1-0 win, until Philemon Mahapa scored another goal to make it 2-0. When the referee blew the whistle, the Modimolle favourites were happy to collect 3 points with a 2-0 win. This weekend Happy Boys are scheduled to lock horns with the tough Modimolle A1 Terrors, on Saturday, 24 November, at the Ephraim Mogale Stadium.
Happy Boys will be looking forward to claim revenge from A1 Terrors, who recently sent them packing from the Nedbank Challenge. On the same day, at the same venue, Modimolle Troublemakers will be up against Bela Bela Diesel n Dust FC. Fixtures are as follows on Saturday, 24 November: in Stream A, Trouble Makers are up against Diesel n Dust FC at Ephraim Mogale Stadium while NTK Happy Boys are meeting A1 Terrors FC also playing at Ephraim Mogale stadium. Bazooka FC is welcoming Bela Bela United at Sunfa Stadium while Young Black Lizard FC is up against Bela Bela Pirates also at Sunfa Stadium. In Stream B, Mosesetjane United FC will play Dynasty FC at Mosesetjane Stadium while Mokopane Stone Breakers will take on Yster United at Mahwelereng Stadium. Mookgopong All Stars will face Real Madrid while Mookgopong Black Pool will square off to Benfica. Both games will be played at Mookgopong Stadium. Moloto Morning Stars will play against Simple Yellows at Mahwelereng Stadium while Dimakatso Sundowns will face Thaba FC. In Stream C, Double Action will take on Seleka Callies at Shongwane Sports Ground while Mogul FC will clash with Super Eagles at Mogul Sports ground. Barcelona will meet Domingos while Zaba will battle it out against Sea Robbers. All of these games will be played at Ipeleng Stadium.
Modimolle A1 Terrors advance in the Nedbank Cup tournament Mzamane Ringane and TK Mashaba
The Nedbank Cup action between Modimolle A1 Terrors and Bela Bela Pirates (black and white) had soccer fans glued to their seats right up to the end. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
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This weekend, on Sunday, 25 November, the fans of the three regional Waterberg streams in the Nedbank Cup tournament, will come together to support their teams. The regional knock-out round will see the best of the three streams fight it out before the winning team, the regional champions, will go on to the provincial knock-out round. The results of last week’s fixtures proved that anything could happen in the Nedbank Cup tournament when Modimolle’s A1 Terrors beat Bela Bela Pirates 2-1 at Ephraim Mogale Stadium in Modimolle. The game was played on Sunday, 18 November. The Nedbank Cup clash was a final stream match, which served to determine the team that will represent the Modimolle/Bela Bela stream in the regional leg of the competition. The game kept soccer fans glued to their seats, as it was a tough encounter that could only be won by one team. A1 Terrors was the first team to score, but both coaches knew that anything could hap-
pen in a cup game, so they fought until the last blow of the whistle. At the end of the day, the Bela Bela lads left with sad faces while their neighbours celebrated victory. The Nedbank Cup action will kick-off at 10am on Sunday, 25 November, at Modimolle’s Ephraim Mogale Stadium. A1 Terrors coach, David Kutumela, said that they were willing to go as far as they could in this competition. Bela Bela Pirates coach, Johannes Mabua, told The Beat that most of the players in his squad are new to the SAB league level, and said that they were striving towards building a formidable team. Mokopane Yster United beat Real Madrid 2-1 while Seleka Callies lost to Mogul in the 5-4 penalty shootout after the two teams played to a 1-all draw. Three teams, one from each stream, will now take part in the regional knock-out round that will take place this weekend. A1 Terrors FC will clash with Lephalale’s Mogul while Mokopane Yster United will be waiting for the winner of that match and take them on in the final.