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Sekgobela makes another breakthrough Lizzy Bapela Bela Bela’s “hard core” detective, Constable Frans Sekgobela, has made another breakthrough, earning him high praise from his superiors. Sekgobela arrested two housebreaking suspects, who were tormenting people in the township from April this year, with assistance from his team. The suspects were arrested in connection with 10 housebreakings in the early hours of Friday, 19 October. Spokesperson for the Bela Bela police, Captain Johnny Thiyo, said that more charges could be added to the 10, following thorough investigations. Thiyo said that the suspects were breaking in and stealing from the rooms of tenants who are renting their rooms in the old
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Fire razes Modimolle granny’s belongings Modimolle Pensioner Sarah Makamu points at the remains of his belongings. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
Detective Frans Sekgobela (right) and Captain Johnny Thiyo (left) displayed the recovered stolen items at the police station. Photo: Lizzy Bapela location of the Township from the first to the last streets. The streets that the suspects targeted include Moloto, Masemola, Moraka, Mooka and Rabalao. Sekgobela told The BEAT that he and his team struggled to trace the suspects, as they are not drug addicts and were not selling the stolen items locally just to get quick cash for a fix. He said that, through their hard work and sleepless nights, the suspects were finally brought to book. Thiyo said that the suspects concentrated on stealing TV sets, laptops, clothes and electrical appliances. He said the suspects sold the items in Tweefontein and Kwaggafontein, in Mpumalanga, as well as Syferskuil and Dipetlwane, in the NorthWest. He added that the stolen items were valued at an estimated R100 000 and most of them were recovered. The suspects appeared before the Bela Bela Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 22 October, on a charge of housebreaking and theft.
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Mzamane Ringane Seventy-nine-year-old pensioner, Sarah Makamu, has to come up with an amount of R1300 soon, or else she will spend the festive season in the dark. This is after her shack was demolished by fire. Sarah lives with her five grandchildren in an RDP House and the destroyed shack had an electricity meter box that supplied the entire household. She told The Beat that she was in church when someone suddenly came to inform her that her shack was on fire. The family believes the fire was triggered by faults in the meter box. The incident occurred while 13-year-old Puseletso Makamu was alone, watching TV in the RDP house. “I was sitting in the main house watching TV. Suddenly the TV went off and I heard neighbours screaming that there was a smoke coming out of the shack. When I went out, I realised that the shack was on fire. I quickly ran back into the RDP house and unplugged everything. The neighbours came and tried to fight the blazing flames before the fire fighters arrived,” Puseletso said.
Makamu says she tried to negotiate with the municipality to allow her to pay the required amount in instalments, but they told her that the meter box would only be replaced once she has paid the full amount. Makamu said she has registered with the municipality as an indigent. “We encountered problems with the meter box before. At the time, we informed the municipality and they fixed the problem. After the shack was destroyed by fire on 7 October, we informed the municipality to seek for help.” “I was advised to go and make an affidavit. Now the municipality says I should pay R1300 before they can help us. I am not working and we survive on my old age grant,” said Makamu. The Beat contacted Modimolle Local Municipality to confirm if the incident has been reported to their institution. Municipal spokesperson, Patric Shika, said that, according to their findings, the fire resulted from illegal connections on the meter box. “Yes, the damage was caused as a result of illegal connections to the municipal meter box. But investigations into this matter are still underway,” he said.
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Axe man die hanging Lizzy Bapela Police in Mookgophong are investigating a case of attempted murder and suicide after a man was found dead and hanging in his bedroom. Mookgophong police spokesperson, Warrant Officer George Ledwaba, said that the incident happened on Saturday, 13 October. Ledwaba said that the man attacked his three children with an axe and then hanged himself, thinking that the children were dead. According to the police, the deceased and his wife allegedly had
domestic problems, which seem to have led him to react in such a violent way. Ledwaba said that the man left a suicide note for his wife, saying he was leaving her behind and taking his kids with him so that she will not have to abuse them anymore. The children were found lying in cold blood on the floor in the house. They were rushed to Mokopane Hospital with serious injuries and were later transferred to Polokwane Provincial Hospital. No charge has been laid against the mother of the children.
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Ticking time bomb before Mangaung “We do not know them and we do not want them...” The Warmbaths Rotary Club will have their annual Christmas market in December again. People who are interested can go to www.rotarywarmbaths.co.za and click on the Christmas Market link. The market will take place from 16-23 December. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• The Sunshine Mini Market will take place on Saturday, 3 November in the parking lot at Pick n Pay in Bela Bela. For more information, contact Drienie on 014 736 3523 or Lirpa on 082 855 8600. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• The BBEAG is urgently looking for outside funding. Anybody with information about grants or who could make a contribution, can email the BBEAG on matjilat@bbeag.org.za ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Bosele Dawn Drop-in Centre is urgently looking for food donations and new, bigger, premises. Anybody who can lend a hand, can contact the centre on 014 737 7335 or 078 053 3607 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Good luck to all the Grade 12 learners who are writing their final exams. The only person, who can shape your future, is you. Do not let pressure get a hold of you, stand strong with focus and calmness and you are certain to succeed. All the best from The BEAT. ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• Any community news like birthdays, celebrations, anniversaries, births and deaths can be sent to beateditor@gmail.com (.) The BEAT will endeavour to publish these titbits in our new Can You Hear Us Now column. Readers can also submit their news by telephone. Call Maria Makwela on 014 736 2723. Any community events can also be published in this column.
Police had to be called to the venue where the ANC Ward 9 BGM was supposed to be held after a dispute had ensued. Photo: Mzamane Ringane Mzamane Ringane The ANC in Modimolle is divided over the ruling party’s elective conference in Mangaung this coming December. In the past, the African National Congress fought fiercely against the apartheid government in a bid to ensure better lives for all. It is an open secret that there are factions within the ANC, where party members have different views about the elections of the new leadership. On Sunday, 21 October, chaos erupted at the ANC, Ward 9, Branch General
Meeting (BGM) at the Dira O Direlwe Drop-in centre in Modimolle. The scheduled BGM had to be abandoned after a dispute emerged at the ANC national conference preparatory meeting. When The Beat arrived at the venue of the meeting, there were two groups, both declaring that they are die-hard members of the ANC. Will the real ANC members please stand up? ANC Ward 9 Branch executive members and some of the party members were inside the venue, while the other group, consisting of community members, stood outside.
“We had to call off the meeting because we felt that it was unsafe to continue under this situation. The community members and some of the ANC members from other wards came and interrupted the proceedings. This meeting was part of the preparations for the Mangaung ANC National Conference. We support President Jacob Zuma and we want him to serve another term,” said the ANC Ward 9 secretary, Thabo Ngobeni. Ngobeni said they also want YCL Secretary General, Buti Manamela, to be elected as part of the National Executive Committee. The group that was outside the venue alleged that the ANC Ward 9 Branch Executive Committee (BEC) elected themselves and were not recognised by the community. A woman who did not identify herself accused the current Ward 9 BEC members of stealing their branch. “We do not know them and we do not want them. They are going out at night and convince people to sign their documents. They do not belong to the ANC, they belong to the SACP,” claimed the furious woman. Modimolle Mayor, Kgaretja Lekalakala, Cllrs Jimmy Moropene and Salaminah Olifant and other members of the ANC from other wards were also seen outside the venue. The national media has reported that Zuma’s bid for a second term was supported by the ANC Women’s League, the South African Communist Party, Umkhonto we Sizwe Military Veterans’ Association and at least five provincial executive committees. All will be revealed at the party’s elective conference where either Jacob Zuma or Kgalema Motlanthe will emerge triumphant.
Two dead after car rolls Lizzy Bapela Two people died on their way to Thabazimbi when the vehicle that they were travelling in was involved in an accident. Thabazimbi police spokesperson, Constable Moshira Lekalakala, said that the accident happened on the afternoon of Sunday, 20 October. Lekalakala explained to The BEAT that a
bakkie, with two passengers and the driver inside, was coming from Bela Bela and approaching the Koedoeskop/Brits junction when the accident happened. According to the police, two men hitchhiked near the junction and added to the number of occupants in the bakkie. The driver of the bakkie lost control of the vehicle when it started to swerve over the road. This caused the bakkie to roll.
Lekalakala said that two people sustained minor injuries, and one was seriously injured. She added that the deceased, JS Motloung (36) and MJ Phiri (49) were both residents of Thabazimbi. The police are investigating a case of culpable homicide and the cause of the accident is yet to be confirmed. Lekalakala said investigations are continuing and no arrests have been made yet.
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International dignitaries visit Bela Bela
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Encouragement for the final exams Limpopo ANC Youth league provincial spokesperson, Klaas Mabunda, is among those who gave their best wishes to the 2012 Matriculants. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
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Deputy Minister of International Relations, Ebrahim Ishmael Ebrahim (right), visited Albert Lithuli Primary School, accompanied by the South Korean Embassy (behind), Bela Bela mayor, Freddy Hlungwane, and local councillors, Dibang Ledwaba (left) and Gloria Seleka (second from left). Photo: Lizzy Bapela Lizzy Bapela The deputy minister of International Relations, Ebrahim Ishmael Ebrahim, visited Bela Bela’s Albert Lithuli Primary School, accompanied by members of the South Korean embassy. The dignitaries visited the school on Tuesday, 23 October, with the aim to donate much needed school resources. Bela Bela mayor, Freddy Hlungwane, lead local councillors and municipal officials in attending the event at the school. SGB chairperson at the school, Piet Nkuna, told The BEAT that they approached the Korean Embassy, asking them to assist in the development of the school in order for the school to become one of the better schools in Bela Bela. He said the committee had three main targets, to upgrade classrooms, to build a library and to erect fencing as a means of security. The delegates donated six computers, 1 500 pens, 200 dictionaries, and 1 500 colour charts for the learners. “We plan to have a progressive partnership with the Korean embassy and through this newly established partnership; we hope to take the state of the school to a higher level,” Nkuna said. “The embassy acted swiftly on our re-
quest and their timing was just perfect, because the learners are about to begin with their final examinations,” he added. In his speech, Ebrahim spoke about the relationship between the Parliamentary Constituency Office, the embassy and the school, citing that it is for the benefit of the school and specifically for the learners. He said a good relationship between the community of Bela Bela and the Korean Embassy has to be established and nourished and various projects could be implemented in order to do that. He added that his office and the embassy have programmes underway, which will benefit the local community and will be revealed soon. Martin Moloto, from the minister’s office, indicated that the dignitaries are expected to conduct a follow-up visit to the school in January 2013. Nkuna thanked the dignitaries, saying that their efforts to visit the school are really appreciated. “Their presence really motivated the learners to study hard and to become better people in the future,” he said. The dignitaries wrapped up their journey by visiting Baitemedi Agricultural Project, situated less than a kilometre from the school.
DA launches economic growth plan On the day in question, the party’s provincial leader, Jacques Smalle, national spokesThe Democratic Alliance (DA) in Limpopo has person, Mmusi Maimane, spokesperson on launched its 8% economic growth plan, which Economic Development, Tourism and Envisupposedly will benefit everyone in the prov- ronmental Affairs, Desiree van der Walt, and ince. The launch of this plan took place at the Bodlani hosted a media conference. The DA delivered copies of the Growth Plan party’s provincial head offices in Polokwane at the office of the premier of Limpopo, Cassel on Monday, 15 October. Provincial spokesperson for the party, Mr Mathale, after the conference. Bodlani highlighted that the DA made an ecoLanga Bodlani, said that the plan aims to support a job-creating economic growth route nomical analysis about the province and noticed it does not produce jobs but instead for the people of Limpopo. people are losing jobs. “We have looked into economies of other countries that create jobs and noticed what Algemene Praktisyns / General Practitioners they are doing correctly and what exactly can we copy Dr. V.G. Emslie Dr. T.M. De Jonge Na-ure as a province to deMB.Ch.B(Pret) MB.Ch.B(UP) velop our economy. Nr. 0332747 Nr. 0380342 After Hours The growth plan (014) 736-5616 (h) (014) 736-3019 (h) document advices 014 736 2032/3 082 490 6242 082 450 8411 the government on ABSA Bosveld Pick ’n Pay Sentrum Tel: (014) 736-2032/3 Postnet Suite 80 what can be done to h/v Marx & Potgieter straat Faks: (014) 736-4809 Privaatsak X1604 Bela-Bela 0480 Bela-Bela 0480 better the situation,” he said. Lizzy Bapela
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Limpopo Premier, Cassel Mathale, wished all the 2012 Matriculants the best of luck as they begin their final examinations. Mathale said that this is the final obstacle in a 12-year race of basic education and all learners should feel confident and relaxed during this period, with the aim to achieve good results. “The class of 2011 managed to achieve a 63,9% pass rate, which was a great improvement from previous years. The targeted pass rate for this year is 70 %, although all schools should aim for 100%. Our province has distinguished itself by producing the best science learners from a rural background. This should remind us that diligence will always lead to success in spite of the many challenges that we continue to face,” he said. Meanwhile, Congress of the People (COPE), in Limpopo also extended their best wishes to the Grade 12 learners, and expressed their hope that the learners are ready for these examinations and will do well. COPE’s member of the Provincial legislature (MPL), Patrick Sikhutshi, advised those who may not make it not to panic because life is not only about succeeding the first time but to make use of all second chances that come your way. “We have experienced this in our life time but managed to succeed after two or three attempts. We know it has been very tough for schools the province, for learners and educators alike. The ruling party failed the people of Limpopo by not being able to deploy competent political leaders in government,” he said. Sikhutshi advised learners who have not applied to universities and other institutions of higher learning to do so without wasting time. He said it is undesirable to apply to an institution after receiving results, as institutions of higher learning have limited accommodation and learners should be pro-active in seeking to be accepted for purposes of study. “We wish Grade 12 class of 2012 learn-
ers well and hope that the energy they put in during the course of the year will bear them positive fruits for a better future,” he concluded. Education spokesperson for the Democratic Alliance in Limpopo, Desiree van der Walt, also sent best wishes to the learners on behalf of the party. “We hope that, notwithstanding the many challenges our learners had to endure this year with regards to textbooks, scholar transport system and poor schools’ infrastructure, our learners emerge victorious. It is only through education that our learners will have a better and secure future.” “The state’s role in providing a helpful environment for education cannot be overemphasised. However the ultimate responsibility rests with the learners themselves and we hope our pupils will rise to the challenge,” she said. The DA’s provincial spokesperson, Langa Bodlani, said that the party cares about the learners and they will do everything in their power to ensure that quality education is also a reality for the pupils in Limpopo. The ANC Youth League also extended their best wishes to the learners. The ANCYL said that 2012 was a complicated year in education, particularly in Limpopo, because learners were subjected to unjust experiences at schools. The league’s provincial spokesperson Klaas Mabunda said that the determination shown by both learners and dedicated educators made people believe that education remains a centre stone to nurture a victorious nation. The league ensured that extra classes were offered, with the cooperation with other stakeholders in the education sector, so that the Limpopo matric pass rate is kept high. Mabunda quoted Brazilian philosopher, Paulo Freire, from his document Pedagogy of Freedom, to encourage Matriculants. “To think correctly and to know that to teach is not merely to transfer knowledge is a demanding and difficult discipline, at times a burden that we have to carry with others, for others, and for ourselves”.
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Members of the Bela Bela Taxi Association were photographed are posing for a photo for The BEAT in their formal wear at the taxi rank in town on Monday, 8 October. Photo: Lizzy Bapela
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The ABC of media When the going gets though Bishop Silas Tlou Psalms 119:71 – “It was good for me to be afflicted so that I might learn your decrees.” Usually when we suffer, we can only see the problems involved. If we commit sin as a result, then the suffering is harmful. However, if we remain faithful, there are favourable results that can occur. 1 Peter 1:6-7 – “On that day you will be glad, even if you have to go through many hard trials for a while. Your faith will be like gold that has been tested in a fire. And these trials will prove that your faith is worth much more than gold that can be destroyed. They will show that you will be given praise and honour and glory when Jesus Christ returns.” As gold is purified by passing through fire, so the genuineness of our faith is proved by trials. If suffering was limited to sinners and Christians never suffered, all people would want to be Christians, not because they really loved God, but just to avoid earthly problems. James 1:2-4 – “My friends, be glad, even if you have a lot of trouble. You know that you learn to endure by having your faith tested. But you must learn to endure everything, so that you will be completely mature and not lacking in anything.” To be glad when we face trials is hardly the natural reaction, but trials leads to patience and completeness in God’s service. The story is told of two sons of an alcoholic. One son became a drunkard and the other became a teetotaller. Both explained their conduct the same way: “What can you expect with a father like mine?” The same problem produced opposite results. Trials defeat some people but strengthen others. It depends on how we deal with them. Suffering keeps us humble and dependent on God. 2 Corinthians1:8-10 – “My friends, I want you to know what a hard time we had in Asia. Our sufferings were so horrible and so unbearable that death seemed certain. In fact, we felt sure that we were going to die. But this made us stop trusting in ourselves and start trusting God, who raises the dead to life. God saved us from the threat of death, and we are sure that he will do it again and again.” Affliction taught Paul not to trust in himself, but in God. God has repeatedly allowed countries to face wars, famines, and hardships when they became independent and failed to trust Him. Suffering is an inherent part of everything good! Satan sends trials to harm us, but God can make them come out in the end for our good. Romans 8:28 – “We know that All things work for the good of everyone who loves God. They are the ones God has chosen for his purpose.”
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Rain? What rain? This young dancer strut his stuff during the Solomon Mahlangu High School matric farewell ceremony in Modimolle on Friday, 19 October. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
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SMALLS LEGALS NOTICE OF SALE IN THE LABOUR COURT OF SOUTH AFRICA (JOHANNESBURG) Case nr: LP 6477-10 In the matter between: HENDRINA SWARTS Plaintiff and UNICORN SECURITY Defendant Please take note that a sale per public auction, without reserve will be held on 15 November 2012 at 11h00 at Grobbies Scrapyard, Industrial area, Warmbad. The following goods, immovable property of the Defendat will be sold: 1 x Dell Computer 1, Ter H/ D/D with LCD screen en HP
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Madigage‘s funeral
Municipal football team triumphs again Isaac Chake of Thaba Super Spar (left) and SA Khumalo (right) handed over the trophy to Thabazimbi Municipality FC captain Moses Motsomane. Photo supplied
delays SAB kick-off
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Bafana Bafana coach, Gordon Igesund, and his assistant coach, Thomas Madigage, in happier days. Photo supplied TK Mashaba The passing of the assistant coach of Bafana Bafana, Thomas Madigage, and his funeral this weekend lead to the SAB League kick-off games to be postponed to 3 November. The sudden and tragic death of Madigage, in an accident on 19 October, left the soccer community of South Africa in a state of shock. The accident happened on the road between Burgersfort and Polokwane. Madigage, a long-serving assistant coach at SuperSport United, was appointed as the assistant of the new Bafana Bafana coach, Gordon Igesund, in July. After he joined the United coaching staff in 2002, Madigage helped the club win six titles, including three successive league crowns between 2008 and 2010. The SA Football Association (SAFA) was saddened by the news. “We are shocked
and at a loss for words. We are on our way to meet the family and find out what actually happened. We would like to pass our sincere condolences to the family, friends and the entire nation on this shocking development,” SAFA president, Kirsten Nematandani, said in a statement. When the news of Madigage’s death became public, the outpour of grief and condolences on social networks showed just how loved the “man in the hat” was. Jack Maluleke, SAFA official, explained to The BEAT that SAFA felt it necessary to postpone the games because SAFA officials and many fans want to attend the funeral. “We will resume play next week on 3 November,” he said. That specific weekend in November will proof to be full of action that will satisfy soccer fans countrywide. On 4 November, teams will battle it out in the first leg of the annual Nedbank Cup tournament.
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Thabazimbi Municipality Football Club (FC) had successfully defended the Thaba Spar Super League Cup after they defeated Thaba Spar FC 2-0 in the final match of the tournament. These games were played at Thaba Park on the night of Saturday 13 October, under the theme “passionately connecting, inspiring and entertaining workers through successful sports activities.” A head-to-head encounter started with Thabazimbi Municipality FC pushing hard forward, seeking an early goal and finally getting it in the 11th minute of the game. When he analyses the game, spokesperson for the municipality, Joshua Motsomane, said that Thaba Spar started to push as well, trying to find the back of the net, but to no avail. The game was sealed when the defending champions scored their second and last goal very late in the game and it was good-bye to Thaba Spar. Thabazimbi Municipality FC beat Kumba FC in the semi final match, played on the same date and venue and reached the finals. Kumba FC lost by 2-0 to the defending Champions. In the second semi final, it was a tight
game between Thaba Spar FC and Amandelbult Concentrator FC that ended up in the penalty shootouts after a 0-0 draw. Thaba Spar managed to win by 4-3 on penalties. The loser’s final was also played in the evening between Kumba FC and Amandelbult Concentrator FC, fighting for the third position and Kumba FC won by 3-1. The champions took away the trophy, gold medals and prize money amounting to R2000 while the runners up, Thaba Spar, took home the silver medals and R1 500. Kumba FC, in the third place, received bronze medals and R1000 while Amandelbult Concentrator FC, in the fourth position, only received R500. A local councillor, SA Khumalo, and sponsor representative, Isaac Chake, of Thaba Super Spar handed over the prizes after the final match. The chairperson of Thaba Spar League, Ofentse Ngwako, congratulated the ruling champions for defending the cup and thanked the store for sponsoring such a successful tournament. Thabazimbi Municipality FC was crowned champions of SAIMSA 2012 held in Gaborone, Botswana and they are champions of SAIMSA Limpopo games that were held in May in Seshego, Polokwane.
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Bela-Bela Local Municipality invites applications from suitably qualified candidates to fill a vacant position within its establishment. Modimolle Addicted To Life athletes Mike Selamolela, Sophy Maluleke and Joseph Moatshe. Photo: Mzamane Ringane
Mzamane Ringane Three athletes from Modimolle’s Addicted To Life team made their mentors proud, after outshining scores of competitors during the 2012 SABS Jacaranda City Challenge. Mike Selamolela came out fourth in the 42,2km veteran category of the race, while Joseph Moatshe and Sophy Maluleke came out first in the 21,1km and 10km race respectively. Moatshe and Maluleke both received Gold medals while Selamolela brought home a silver medal. Moatshe said he had much confidence ahead of the race, but outshining several hundreds of athletes has also boosted his
confidence. For Maluleke it is surely a good start; it was the first time she obtained first position since she has started running marathons. Veteran athlete, Mike Selamolela, who is in possession of five Comrades Marathon medals, said that he is working hard and hoping to achieve better results during the 2013 Comrades Marathon. Modimolle’s Addicted To Life team mentor Ezekiel Moatshe was over the moon about the achievement of these three athletes. Moatshe said that his team had the potential to produce world acclaimed champions.
DIVISIONAL MANAGER: COUNCIL ADMINISTRATION AND LEGAL SERVICES Duration: Permanent: Ref 101/12 Salary: R 325 771.33 (Post Level 1) Benefits: Normal Municipal Benefits REQUIREMENTS: A three year tertiary Diploma/Degree in Law/LLB 3 years relevant administrative experience with at least Two(2) years in the compilation and application of municipal by-laws, the provision of legal advice and assistance, as well as and valid driver’s license (code 08). Must have sound computer knowledge. Must have good interpersonal relation, strong office administration, communication skills, time management, be able to take minutes and use recording system and report writing skills. KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS Co-ordinates specific logistical and procedural requirements associated with Council meetings; Allocating secretarial resources in accordance with the status and complexity of meetings and submitting completed schedules for approval and execution; Provides support to various Committees and Sub Committees sitting within the Municipality referring to legislation, Council resolutions and regulations to enable formulation of resolutions and recommendations arising out of discussions in Committees; Compile council resolutions and submit to relevant committees and departments for implementations; Supervise personnel within the division; Advice management on council and committees related matters. Provide a legal advice and assistance service in general, but more specifically in relation to by-laws and litigation, to the municipality to ensure the proper protection of the municipality’s interests, and compliance with its legal obligations and responsibilities; Co-ordinate the compilation and promulgation of new by-laws and the review of existing by-laws of the municipality to ensure that the municipality’s by-laws cover all activities and areas that need regulation, are constantly reviewed and updated and properly promulgated. Co-ordinate the establishment, implementation, updating and circulation of a Municipal Code containing all promulgated by-laws of the municipality to ensure the proper recording and making available of Council’s by-laws; Co-ordinate the litigation process for civil cases in which the municipality, councillors or officials may become involved in their official capacity to ensure that the municipality’s interests are properly protected. Candidates should forward the application letters indicating the position they are applying for together with comprehensive CV, certified copies of qualifications and Certified ID to the Municipal Manager, Bela-Bela Local Municipality, Private Bag x 1609,Bela-Bela, 0480 or hand deliver them at 58 Chris Hani Drive, BelaBela at the Records Office. For further information please contact The Divisional Manager Human Resources Ms.Nelly Ramolobeng at 014 736 8000. Faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. Bela-Bela Local Municipality is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and employment equity, especially in terms of race, gender and disability. Applicants from these designated groups are encouraged to apply. BBM reserves the right not to make appointment. If you do not hear from us a month after the closing date, kindly accept that your application has been unsuccessful. NS BAMBO MUNICIPAL MANAGER
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Soccer Academies have to register with SAFA The house where Limpopo Soccer Development Academy students have to sleep is clearly not in good shape. Photo: TK Mashaba
TK Mashaba The South African Football Association (SAFA) is contacting all the soccer academies in the country, urging them to register their academies with SAFA. Lucas Nhlapo, member of the NEC (Na-
tional Executive Committee) of SAFA and chairperson of the referee‘s committee, spoke to The BEAT, on Tuesday 16 October, about this matter. “Anyone who has anything to do with the enhancement of soccer has to be aligned with SAFA rules and regulations. This will
promote the development of soccer everywhere,” he said. When The BEAT asked Nhlapo about the Limpopo Sports Development Academy and parents’ claims that the institution did not have the children’s best interests at heart, he said that the academy was not registered with SAFA. Nhlapo said that Joel Mabotja, owner of the notorious academy, had not registered the academy yet. He emphasised that SAFA is taking great care to make sure that all academies are registered and comply with the rules and regulations. “He (Mabotja) is operation independent, like many other academies around the country. As long as he wants to take his players to higher levels of the game, he will always face problems if he does not register with SAFA,” he said. Mabotja, who helped Phagameng High School win the Kay Motsepe Cup, last year, said that he is keen on soccer development
and that he will always put the children’s interests first. He was accused of maladministration by some of the parents, whose children attend the Limpopo Sports Development Academy, recently. Mabotja then said that he planned to move the academy to Mokopane. The parents complained about the safety of the accommodation provided, the security of their children and the food that the children had to eat. Parents demanded satisfaction, because they feel that they pay for a service that is not being rendered. Mabotja said that his players were under the care of a caretaker, because he was not available for a few weeks, as he was not feeling well. “However, I have been checking in on them myself,” he added. The BEAT visited the academy this week on Tuesday, 16 October. The dormitories looked as if it needed more care and security. The house is in the location and has no fence.
Two SAFA officials suspended after assault TK Mashaba Two officials of the Waterberg SAFA branch were suspended following an incident at a meeting where discussions became quite heated. One of the two officials was suspended as a direct recourse of the assault. The other official was suspended for maladministration. The physical altercation happened two months ago when SAFA called a routine meeting, concerning the auditing of files, on 22 August in Modimolle. According to a member of SAFA, who at-
tended the meeting, Lolo Selamolela, who was the deputy president of SAFA in the Waterberg at the time, assaulted Jack Maluleke during the meeting. A case of assault was opened against Selamolela. Selamolela, who is the team owner of Modimolle Aces, which plays in the SAFA League, was replaced by Dorothy Seleka. Denise Mazibane was also suspended at the same meeting. Mazibane was the Treasurer and Regional Executive Officer of the sporting body and she was suspended for maladministration. She was replaced by Refiloe Khoza as acting REO and Lesiba Masipa as acting Treasurer.
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Modimolle police spokesperson, Warrant Officer James Findley, confirmed that a case of assault was opened against Selamolela. “The accused will appear before the Modimolle Magistrate Courte on 7 November,” Findlay said. Maluleke, who is the Chairperson of Completion in SAFA and LFA affairs, told The
BEAT that this was a setback for the official who assaulted him. He did not want to comment further on the matter. “I am leaving the matter for the law to take its course because SAFA condemns infighting at all cost,” he said. The BEAT tried to contact Lucas Nhlapo who is a SAFA NEC member but could not reach him before going to press.