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UJ breaks ground on nanofab research facility

Professor Daniel Mashao

Johannesburg - The University of Johannesburg’s Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment (FEBE) is looking forward to the new Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) cleanroom facility that will transform the South African economy, while also ensuring that high-quality learning opportunities are on offer. In a statement the faculty said UJ has broken ground on a major nanofabrication facility at the School of Mechanical

and Industrial Engineering. “The new build will house world-class ALD reactors in a cleanroom environment. UJ aims to lead the world’s research and development on cutting edge nanomaterial fabrication technology. The establishment of the Atomic Layer Deposition (ALD) cleanroom facility will assist in providing academics with the ability to manage material properties at an atomic level.” It added that practical applications of

nanotechnology include use of ALD ultrathin films in, for example, photovoltaics, optical coatings, barrier coatings to protect against tarnish and corrosion, and in a variety of semiconductors, superconductors, and flexible electronics. Dean of FEBE Prof Daniel Mashao said: “The building will be spectacular and we’ll be doing great science here very soon as we have the infrastructure to do research in a way we couldn’t do before.”

Professor Tien-Chien Jen, head of the Department of Mechanical Engineering leads the project. This facility is funded by the National Equipment Programme and Infrastructure Bridge Programme with US$1.25 million. This ALD facility will provide a nearly vibration-free environment for the two ALD reactors. Construction began in May this year, and is expected to be finished by September and fully functional by November.

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For further information contact Boston on 011 551 2000 Email: info@boston.co.za Visit www.boston.co.za, or Facebook

graduate programmes needed to ensure work-readiness among SA youth In the past 15 years, graduate employment has risen in South Africa, despite the country’s exceptionally high unemployment rate. While a third of people are jobless, graduate unemployment has declined to under 5%. This according to new research by a leading thinktank, the Johannesburg-based Centre for Development and Enterprise (CDE). “The myth that graduates are struggling to find work can be set aside for now,” says Natalie Rabson, Marketing Manager at Boston City Campus & Business College. “The problem, however, is that graduates who are entering the workplace are not ready for it and a clear skills gap exists between what employers are looking for, and what graduates are capable of offering.” In a 2009 study on South African graduates from the perspective of employers it was already highlighted that a disparity exists between the expectations of employers and the work-readiness of graduates, and that those expectations exceeded the level of work-readiness. It has become clear that tertiary institutions need to do much more to help their graduates become work ready. Surely this cannot entirely be their responsibility? Business and industry have to be held accountable as well – whilst universities or colleges are there to help graduates develop analytical and reasoning skills, business does have a role to play in getting students ready for work. “Fortunately it does seem that things are changing for the better and some tertiary institutions are finding themselves driven towards producing graduates more fully prepared for the workplace. This needs to grow, and tertiary institutions and

Natalie Rabson corporates need to create dialogue and communicate on workplace skills and experience. Education therefore needs to ensure that it is meeting the needs of its ultimate objective, the employer, and this can only happen if there’s more dialogue between colleges, universities and employers in general. Boston has found that the best way to encourage this is by an increased interaction and placement of students into internships and workplace opportunities as part of their course or degree requirements,” says Rabson. Graduates also need to be properly matched to businesses in ways that focus on business needs. Taking more care in the placement of learners into the correct career, and then the placement of graduates into internships or work-experience opportunities, whether at corporate, government or SME level, will see a huge improvement in the success of workplace skills development. For

this reason Boston has offered the Career Compass, an assessment of one’s interests and attitude, free, for over 20 years. “Matching your education to your passion is one of the greatest instruments for academic and professional success,” says Rabson. Boston City Campus & Business College, for example, has for years now directly taken on this challenge faced by students. “Yes, getting the necessary qualification is important, but acquiring hands-on experience and skills to help further one’s business knowledge and one’s understanding of workplace culture is as important. That’s why Boston has recruitment office with a full-time manager. Through this office, students get the opportunity to interview for positions and apply, and often secure an internship or employment. Whilst internships can lead to permanent employment, the overall experience gives learners the chance to spruce up their CV’s and build experience in a real-world working environment,” says Rabson. Boston has also launched the unique Graduate+ programme. This gives learners the confidence that their future is secure with the institution behind them. Those who opt in to this programme, and meet the requirements, will be offered one of three options on graduating, if they do not manage to secure employment within 6 months. These include assistance in finding employment, a postgraduate diploma for free, or a cash incentive that will support you will you continue to seek employment. Call Boston on 011 551 2000 or email info@boston.co.za. Follow us on Facebook for continued education updates.

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Take action against cyber bullying

About 45% of children have experienced bullying online, and 50% of those admit to being scared of their bullies. Only 20% of these children will tell a parent or teacher what is happening to them, and most parents won’t pick it up for themselves

Children who are cyberbullied are nine times more likely to commit suicide Warren Robertson

here traditional bullying ends at the school gates, cyberbullying can be relentless, following children into their lives at home and leaving them harassed for every moment they are awake. Recent studies show that 45% of children have experienced bullying online, and 50% of those admit to being scared of their bullies. Only 20% of these children will tell a parent or teacher what is happening to them, and most parents won’t pick it up for themselves as 92% of cyberbullying attacks are held through chatting and commenting on social media websites. Children who are cyberbullied are as much as nine times more likely to commit suicide than those who aren’t. Parents should speak to their children about the phenomenon. Ask them whether they have ever been bullied or seen someone else bullied. Children often worry that telling an adult will make the harassment worse once the bully finds out, or that teachers and parents won’t to do anything to stop the abuse. Understanding what your child is experiencing will allow you to take steps to stop their being bullied, or stop them from bullying others. The ideal situation is to make it hard for anyone to cyberbully your children. Teach them to protect their data, and keep their passwords secure. A favourite trick of the cyberbully is to create fake social media accounts in a child’s name, or to ‘hijack’ their social media, then use those accounts to ruin their reputation. This is not possible if

your child is posting no photos or information online. If they do open accounts teach them to be careful who they befriend online and not to let people they don’t know, or accounts they don’t fully trust, to access their data. A friend request from someone who is mean at school is very rarely a sign they want to be friends. Important is to let your child know that being bullied it is not their fault. Further explain that if someone does try to cyber bully them, the best response is not retaliating. Reaction is what makes bullies think they are in control. Advise the child to avoid confrontations, rather mute, or block their aggressors without saying a thing to them. A child who is being bullied will display noticeable signs that you should be looking out for. Some are a noticeable increase or decrease in device use; suddenly shutting down or starting up new social media accounts; appearing upset after using their device; changing behaviour and avoiding social occasions, or things they used to enjoy doing; becoming withdrawn; skipping classes or refusing to eat. Speak to your child, but if they refuse to open up do whatever you can to prevent it going on. If necessary install a monitoring app like Pumpic, which allows you to monitor all social media use and see SMSes as they come in. If you find evidence of abuse copy and record it all. Cyberbullying is easy to prove with enough diligence. Once you have evidence take it to other parents and teachers so that a community response can be organised to stop the cyberbullying of the children.

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Graduate jailed for gruesome murder

Johannesburg - On Tuesday the South Gauteng High Court sentenced a University of Johannesburg graduate to 15 years in jail for stabbing and bludgeoning his flat mate to death with a hammer. Judge Mohamed Ismail sentenced Siphamandla Gamede, 25, for murder and attempting to obstruct the ends of justice. He sentenced him to an additional two years on the second charge. Gamede pleaded guilty to killing Nkosinathi Ngema at Cherry Manor Complex in January. Gamede, a Bachelor of Mathematics degree holder, was living with Ngema and his brother, according to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA). NPA spokesperson Phindi Mjonon-

dwane said at the time the brother went to work, leaving the deceased and Gamede. “Later that day the accused hit the deceased with a hammer and stabbed him several times with a knife,” Mjonondwane said. She added that when Ngema’s brother returned from work, he was shocked and Gamede claimed Ngema had been a victim of a robbery. The prosecution called Ngema’s brother and mother to testify in aggravation of sentence. “Both testified on how the death negatively impacted their lives. The brother had resigned from work as he could not cope with the trauma,” Mjonondwane said. Earlier press reports said Gamede alleged that he killed Ngema after he

Cops urge mugging victim to report incident

NPA spokesperson Phindi Mjonondwane

said paramedics found the man lying on the pavement. “Assessments showed that the man had sustained several gunshot wounds and showed no signs of life, and he was declared dead,” said Meiring. The 47-year-old man’s name has not officially been released, but it is believed that he was the owner of B2B Consultants on Quinn Street. A security guard at the offices said the man had parked his car and took his bag out of the boot. “As

Hillbrow - A man who was mugged by two men at the Twist Street mugging spot in Joubert Park on Tuesday morning has been urged to report the incident to the police. Police spokesperson Captain Musa Shihambe said the area in Twist Street, between Bok and Koch streets in Joubert Park, is a well-known mugging spot, and police have a caravan in the area where people can report crimes to patrollers, from where police get to investigate the reports.

“We have seen the video, but the person who was mugged has not reported the incident to the police. We encourage victims of crime to report such incidents to the police,” Shihambe said. In the video, the man, carrying a backpack, is accosted by two men. One takes the backpack and leaves, while the other remains and searches the victim, before also leaving. That took less than 20 seconds, in full view of passersby who did nothing.

attacked him with a knife; saying that was after he had accessed his foreign exchange account and traded with it. After the murder Gamede severed Ngema’s limbs and threw them into a dustbin. He also attempted to burn the body to get rid of the evidence. The NPA said killing of innocent people has reached unprecedented levels; and vowed to continue advocating for the right to human life.

Man shot dead in Newtown street

Newtown - Police are investigating a case of murder after a man was shot dead in Quinn Street, Newtown on Tuesday. Police spokesperson Captain Mavela Masondo said a murder case has been opened. No arrests had been made by the time of going to press. “We are still searching for the suspects. We can’t confirm or deny that it was a hit, it will form part of our investigation,” Masondo said. ER24 spokesperson Russel Meiring

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he walked to the entrance of the building a man came from behind and shot him several times, then ran around the corner, got into a car and fled. Everything happened very quickly,” he said. A graphic video of the shooting has gone viral on social media. In the video, a hooded man is seen running from behind. He takes out a gun and fires multiple shots as the man falls to the ground. The attacker fires more shots before fleeing the scene.

SANCA Central Outreach Programs SANCA Rosettenville successfully hosted a Youth & Fathers Day Dialogue in the community of Chrisville, JHB South. On discussion was absent fathers, lack of male mentors in communities and substance abuse as an escape and comfort. The kids were reminded to always respect their parents, the youth were reminded of life values, and the value of life, the fathers were encouraged to love and care for their children and families. The dialogues were very emotional, thought provoking and exciting, which

clearly proved that discussions and social change dialogues are desperately needed in communities. A special thanks to all sponsors that made this event extra special Eskort Butchery Xavier Boulevard, Unilever, Victim empowerment - Department Of Social Welfare, Sport for Social Change Network Africa - S.S.C.N.A To invite our outreach team into your community, for impactful social dialogues, drug awareness programs please call 011 4344974 or email kgomotso.dlamini@sancacentral.org.za

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Cop helps deliver baby in pavement “Things could have gone wrong, that woman would have had every right to sue JMPD because I am not a professional in that, and I could have lost my job. To look back and realise that everything went well is a relief”

The officer with an emergency worker and the baby

Johannesburg - A JMPD officer recently helped a mother deliver her baby in Eloff Street in the Joburg CBD. The officer, Lebogang Mngomezulu, of the Accident Investigation Unit, was on another assignment when she received word of a pregnant woman lying on the pavement crying for help. She said she found a woman who was experiencing severe labour pains. “I could not take her into an ambulance, watch or call for medical help, it was too late because her membrane had already ruptured,” said Mngomezulu. Mngomezulu said the woman did not appear to have been on her way to hospital, as she only had her handbag, which she used as a pillow for her head, and took off her

work jacket and used it as a blanket for the woman. She also parked her JMPD vehicle in a manner that afforded the woman some privacy. She then took out body bags from her vehicle and asked two bystanders to hold them up to shield the woman from passersby. “As I was still getting her to be comfortable, I noticed the baby’s head. I got confused and but gave her instructions that she must breathe in, out and push. I told her to pretend as if she was in the loo. She listened and the baby was born and fell into my hands,” she said. While relieved at the successful delivery, Mngomezulu said she realised she needed to cut the umbilical cord, but had no scissors. “I went to a local station and was

lucky to meet a paramedic who had just knocked off from night shift, who luckily had a kit and a pair of scissors,” she said. Mngomezulu added that she is still haunted by thoughts of what could have gone wrong. “Things could have gone wrong, that woman would have had every right to sue JMPD because I am not a professional in that, and I could have lost my job. To look back and realise that everything went well is a relief. I am really proud to have saved a life,” Mngomezulu said. JMPD spokesperson Wayne Minnaar said the mother and child were taken to Hillbrow Clinic by ambulance and are doing well. He commended Mngomezulu for bravery and going beyond the call of duty.

BASHA UHURU: CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF CREATIVE FREEDOM

DJ Kent

June 2019 marks 43 years since the 1976 Soweto uprisings. Scores of youth arrested during the ’76 protests were incarcerated in the prisons on the Constitution Hill site in Johannesburg. For the past seven years Constitution Hill has commemorated the youth of ’76, through a celebration of creative expression at its annual Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival, happening this year from the 26th until the 29th of June 2019. Basha Uhuru was created seven years ago as “June 16, 1976 is a day that is synonymous with South Africa’s struggle against apartheid. It is the day that symbolises the rising of our nation’s youth against oppression. It is the day that changed the course of our country’s history. It is the day that our country’s youth claimed their rightful place in our country’s narrative,” says Constitution Hill’s CEO Dawn Robertson. The Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival not only showcases art, design, film, poetry and music, it also provides inspirational workshops and entrepreneurial support programmes for young creatives. Basha Uhuru, the foremost urban, creative youth festival in South Africa, is brought to you by Constitution Hill in partnership with Nando’s, the Department of Arts and Culture, Brand SA, Gauteng Tourism, Gauteng Department of Economic Development, Business Arts South Africa, Gauteng Film Commission and the Gauteng Enterprise Propeller. All events are free, aside from the concert. The festival ends on Saturday, 29th June with The Sounds Of Freedom concert starting at 13:00 and ending at 01:00 am that will feature hip hop, house, gqom,

kwaito, amapiano and afro soul’s finest in the form of Riky Rick, Msaki, Langa Mavuso, Thebe, Khuli Chana, Mthuda & Njelik, DJ Kent, DJ Dimplez, The Brother Moves On, Urban Village, African Rhythm Productions, Ikati Esangweni, Coppashot & Bobotical, DJ Zero, Rosie Parade, Deniece Mars, Sistamatic, P Kuttah, Scott The Girl, Tha Muzik, Ace of Spades, DBN Gogo and FOSTA and The Charles Géne Suite who were developed at Bridges For Music, a Nando’s supported non-profit organisation. Constitution Square, with our nation’s highest court as the backdrop, will be filled with eclectic up and coming sounds, smash hits and the bustle of the Makers Market which opens at 10am on the 29th - The Makers’ Market will bring together the finest local food, drink, art and craft producers in the area, ensuring goods that are unique, original and designed to inspire. Nando’s is firing up Johannesburg’s hottest creative gathering, the Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival, for the third year running, bringing the heat with some of Mzansi’s best art, design and music talent at The Basha Bacha Creative Uprising: a three-day creative summit packed full of workshops, talks and an industry pitch session where designers can win funding and mentorship opportunities on the 26th, 27th and 28th of June and Sounds of Freedom Music Festival on the 29th of June. “Nando’s has been investing in creativity in Southern Africa for many years because we’re passionate about nurturing and showcasing Southern African creative talent. Our partnership with Basha Uhuru is the idea platform to help upskill emerg-

ing creatives and to showcase local talent in a creative collision. This year’s Basha Uhuru is a celebration and expression of 25 years of creative freedom of the youth of South Africa. Creativity and freedom are both ideas that fire up our soul at Nando’s and we’re thrilled to once again be part of the Basha Uhuru Freedom Festival.” Johannesburg culture fans and party goers are encouraged to check out www. bashauhuru.co.za for the full festival programme and come through to Constitution Hill from the 26th to the 29th of June. “Constitution Hill is not a static space stuck in time but rather a movement that connects the past, the present and the future through sparks of experiences like Basha Uhuru. Through this festival, we preserve the past and the sacrifices made by the youth of ’76 making it accessible to young people today whilst transforming the future through real inspirational engagement at multiple creative intersections,” says Robertson . Constitution Hill is a National Heritage Site and provides a space for us to remember our past, understand our present and imagine our future. It reflects a profound sense of humanity, activism and a deep yearning for justice. The Constitutional Court - the highest court in our land - presides over the site ensuring the rights of all South Africans as enshrined in our constitution. The precinct represents a collision of law, history and art with the Hill consistently providing a platform for artists, lawyers and activists.” Tickets for that are R75 off www.bashauhuru.co.za and R100 at the festival gates.

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Cops hunt for CBD thugs who mugged investor He was admitted at Charlotte Maxeke hospital, and later transferred to Milpark hospital, where he is said to be still in a coma at ICU Johannesburg - Police are investigating a case of armed robbery after a gang of muggers attacked an American man in the Joburg CBD recently, leaving him with critical head injuries. Police spokesperson Captain Kay Makhubele said a case of armed robbery and assault was opened at the Johannesburg Central police station. The victim, Thomas Mobille, who is a partner at Limiar Capital Management, had come to meet the management of listed companies about investing in the country. He was supposed to return to the US on June 14 but his flight was delayed until the following day due to a technical issue. Local businessman Jared

Coetzer said Mobille checked out of Radisson Gautrain hotel and took a Gautrain to Park Station. “From there he decided to walk to Maboneng Precinct in the CBD. While walking down Commissioner Street he was hit over the head with a brick and robbed of his possessions. Someone contacted paramedics who took him to hospital.” He was admitted at Charlotte Maxeke hospital, and later transferred to Milpark hospital, where he is said to be still in a coma at ICU. The victim’s brother John Mobille, confirmed the attack and said several of Mobille’s possessions had been taken. US spokesperson Rob Mear-

Captain Kay Makhubele

kle said according to US law, no information regarding US citizens overseas may be released without a Privacy Act waiver. “We can only confirm that we are aware of the situation and in contact with relevant parties. US embassies and consulates overseas provide both routine and emergency services to Americans overseas. We serve our fellow citizens during important moments and crises, including births, deaths, natural disasters, arrests, and medical emergencies,” Mearkle said.

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Actress joins top jewellery firm Nokuthula Zwane

ward-winning actress, film producer and businesswoman Terry Pheto has made history by becoming Africa’s first female ambassador for top-class Swiss watchmaker Longines. The company, which is based in Saint-Imier, Switzerland, offered the Tsotsi actress a long-term contract and a luxury wrist timepiece last week. Pheto would not disclose the price tag of neither the watch nor the amount the company was paying her to endorse its luxury pieces. Some of the watches from the jewellery house are known to retail for between R60 000 to R100 000 in SA. “The information is still confidential, but I’m extremely honoured to have been hand-picked to join the Longines family as family member. The company works with personalities in different capacities,” she said. Pheto added that the company’s decision to choose her is an indication that her hard work is beginning to bear fruits. “It’s a testament to the career I’ve built over the years and how I approach my business endeavours, that on an international level, brands of this magnitude want to collaborate with me. I have

Artist Terry Pheto

had the chance to visit Longines’ headquarters in Switzerland, discovering the company’s fascinating history. Collaborating with a brand that has been around for such a long time is a tremendous responsibility, but also a great opportunity.” Pheto has joined a long list of other brand ambassadors who include gold medalist Swiss Alpine skier Marco Odermatt, Oscarwinning actress Kate Winslet and American actor Simon Baker. Longines was founded in 1832 by Auguste Agassiz. Sowetan

Soapie star counts her blessings Arts Correspondent

his year is one of actress Winnie Ntshaba’s best years in her career, after ending a dry spell to star in three high-profile TV roles. The star has been candid about her struggles to find work in the past and how it left her feeling on the verge of hopelessness. But she cut a happier figure this week when she took to social media to count her blessings and acting roles. “I got an opportunity to play three different, beautiful characters, Zodwa on The River, Lihle on Isithembiso and MaMngadi on The Herd,” she said. Ntshaba added that the roles came as a blessing to her, and changed her situation. “When the wilderness suddenly becomes a fruitful ground, to God be the glory.” Winnie recently opened up to Drum magazine about the struggles she faced after leaving Generations in 2014. “I spent many months not working or acting. I’d only get ad-

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verts and short stories. I don’t know how I got by. I think it was all God’s grace. Every time I desperately needed money, an advert I shot six months ago would be renewed and I would get enough money to survive for a few months,” she said.

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Joburg group in Dance World Cup tournament

‘The fulfillment is that I have seen these youths come from nothing, and the joy I get is seeing them on a stage and see what they are able to accomplish’ Johannesburg - Following their winning of the local the dancing competition; the Mario Gomes Dance Academy will represent South Africa at the International Dance World Cup finals in Braga, Portugal, from 28 June to 6 July. Mario Gomes, who has been running the dance academy for hip-hop dance and street dancing for more than five years, says he loves what he is doing very much. “The fulfillment is that I have seen these youths come from nothing, and the joy I get is seeing them on a stage and see what they are able to accomplish, where they did not even believe in themselves, seeing that is priceless,” Gomes said. Five crews with 100 dancers will compete on the international stage. According to the organisers’ statement the Dance World Cup tournament is an international dance competition spanning the globe with more than 21 000 competitors from over 48 countries competing at qualifiers or at the finals. “The Dance World Cup is fast evolving into a fantastic interna-

tional stage for the young performers of the world to do what they love with their dancing and also make some wonderful new friends along the way. The competition is specially aimed at children and youth dancers aged between five and 25,” the statement says. The judging panel at the Dance World Cup finals is made up of internationally acclaimed dancers or registered adjudicators.

Mario Gomes

Special awards, trophies and certificates are given to the top performing dancers at the finals. The opening ceremony sees all the competitors and teachers from all the different countries in an opening parade down the streets of Portugal waving flags with crowds cheering on. The gala evening is a showcase of the best dances picked by the jury and organising committee.

Bucs announce new coach The Buccaneers have also signed up a new goalkeeper, in Frenchman Joris Delle, who has extensive experience playing for French outfit FC Metz, Cercle Brugge of Belgium and RC Lens Sports Reporter

rlando Pirates have bolstered their technical team with the signing of goalkeeper coach Jyri Nieminen‚31, who was formerly with US Major League Soccer side San Jose Earthquakes. Nieminen previously worked with Qatarian and Estonian junior national teams, before moving to the US in January last year. Nieminen fills the space left by Andrew Sparkes‚ who left last month after a year as he sought a move back to the UK. “Nieminen received his UEFA A Goalkeeping license in 2016, possesses a degree in physical education and has a working knowledge of six languages, including fluency in English,” reads a statement on Bucs’ website. Nieminen‚ 31‚ has an extensive

coaching history having started his career in 2012‚ and already worked on three continents. Nieminen had a playing career that ended in his early 20s as he switched to coaching and began working at Finnish clubs BK46‚ FC Honka (Under-19s) and TPS‚ where he was also assistant coach. He later moved to Estonia and joined the country’s national academy as goalkeeping coordinator and worked with the junior national teams at all levels from Under-16 to Under-23. From there he joined the Aspire Academy in Qatar‚ with the role of developing the country’s national Under-17 goalkeepers. He was appointed as goalkeeper coach for the San Jose Earthquakes in January 2018. He joins a team led by coach “Micho” Sredojevic‚ assistant

Rulani Mokwena‚ finishing coach Stephane Adam‚ strength and conditioning coach Franck Plaine‚ conditioning coach Stephen Plummer and sports scientist Warren Englebrecht. Bucs have also signed up a new goalkeeper, in Frenchman Joris Delle, who has extensive experience playing for French outfit FC Metz, Cercle Brugge of Belgium and RC Lens. He also played for Netherlands club NEC Nijmegen “Everyone at Orlando Pirates would like to welcome Joris Delle and wish him all the very best for his career on board the Buccaneers’ ship,” Bucs said in their website. The club has Brilliant Khuzwayo, Siyabonga Mpontshane and Wayne Sandilands, and the signing of Delle increases the competition, and will be welcomed by the fans.

New Bucs ‘keeper coach Jyri Nieminen