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NEW DAWN FOR HARRY GWALA INFORMAL COMMUNITY!

Work to build phase one of Harry Gwala Informal Settlement housing project in Wattville has started. Member of the Mayoral Committee for Human Settlements (MMC) in Ekurhuleni Cllr Lesiba Mpya oﬃcially launched the Wattville housing project situated at Erf 3130 on Saturday, 30 June. The project comprises of 264 units to be constructed during 2018/19 financial year. The development comprises of four-storey walk-up units. The housing project is estimated to amount to over R130 million and is expected to create 180 job opportunities for the local community of Wattville. Meanwhile, phase two of the development will produce a total of 700 housing units, 113 of these being duplexes to accommodate the elderly and persons with disabilities. The second phase will further create about 460 job opportunities using professional services, local Labour and subcontracting. The projected cost of the project is R260 million. With the housing project situated next to a pond, the city is planning to upgrade the area by installing social amenities, such as a community park with picnic spots and eco-gym facilities. Story continues on page 2

Shondoni Colliery opens in Secunda! On Thursday, July 5, Sasol oﬃcially opened its newest coal mine in Secunda (Mpumalanga) as part of its R14 billion mine replacement programme. Meaning “a place of wealth”, Shondoni replaces Sasol Mining’s Middelbult Colliery, which has reached the end of its lifespan. Mineral Resources minister, Gwede Mantashe joined the inauguration ceremony hosted by the company’s mining division. Sasol Mining is South Africa’s third largest coal producer and runs one of the world’s largest underground coal-mining complexes. It produces over 40 million tons of coal

annually of which more than 90% is used in factories that produce Sasol’s high quality synthetic fuels and a wide range of chemicals. The Shondoni mine is valued at R5.2 Billion. Sasol’s Joint President and CEO, Bongani Nqwababa, said the R14 billion mine replacement programme supports Sasol’s strategy to operate its southern African facilities until 2050. The programme commenced in 2009. “It is also part of our capital expenditure in South Africa which, over the last five years,

has amounted to more than R94 billion,” said Nqwababa. Modern in many respects, distinguishing Shondoni from the rest of Sasol’s other five collieries is the use of renewable energy, which includes the use of solar geysers to heat pumps. The mine also holds the record of having the longest single flight conveyor without an intermediate booster drive in Africa, at 21km. Over the next 30 years, it is expected to deliver between 8 and 9 MT of coal per annum and currently employs about 1 200 people.

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Relations between South Africa and Ghana will experience a new impetus as the two countries have upgraded their relations to a Bi-National Commission (BNC). The BNC, which will be led by President Cyril Ramaphosa and his Ghanaian counterpart President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, will meet bi-annually alternating between Accra and Tshwane in order to build on the bilateral and economic cooperation between the two countries. The BNC was announced on Thursday (5 July) after oﬃcial talks during the State visit by Akufo-Addo in Tshwane aimed at strengthening the already good political, economic and social relations between South Africa and Ghana. Up until now, the Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC) oversaw the implementation of existing 22 bilateral agreements and memoranda of understanding that the two countries share.

Mzansi signs Africa Continental Free Trade Area agreement!

Mandlenkosi Skhosana (82) is a community leader and he could not contain his excitement with the commencement of the project, “We have been waiting for this development all our lives. I have stayed in a shack for more than 25 years with my family and finally now my family will have a proper home even when I am no more.” Furthermore, the project will also bring about the construction of a bicycle and walkway route of 6312m which will serve as a link between Wattville and Actonville in Benoni.

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South Africa has signed the African Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement with the African Union, which will pave the way for the country to benefit from inter-regional trade within the African continent. “This agreement is an important step towards South Africa’s participation in a market of over one billion people and will create opportunities and many benefits for South Africa, which would enable South African companies to export goods and services across the continent. “It will contribute to the growth and diversification of our economy and therefore create jobs, as well as reduce inequality and unemployment,” said President Ramaphosa.

The President signed the agreement dur- Kenya, Rwanda and Niger,” said the Presiing the AU Summit that took place from 1 dent. - 2 July 2018 in the Republic of Mauritania President Ramaphosa said to take full adunder the theme “Winning the Fight against vantage of this agreement, investment in inCorruption: A Sustainable Path to Africa’s frastructure that connects countries must be Transformation.” made. “South Africa remains committed to a The objectives of the AfCFTA are to: coordinated strategy to boost intra-Africa Create a single continental market for goods trade and to build an integrated market in and services, with free movement of business persons and investments; Africa that will see a market of over one bilAccelerate the establishment of the lion people and approximately $3.3 trillion Customs Union; in GDP. New markets in West Africa and Expand intra-African trade; and North Africa will provide opportunities for Enhance competitiveness at the industry the export of South African products. To and enterprise level through opportunities date, the agreement has been ratified by six for scale production, market access and countries, namely Chad, eSwatini, Ghana, better reallocation of resources.

New Money to celebrate Madiba centenary!

The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has recently launched a public awareness campaign to introduce South Africans to a commemorative series of banknotes and a R5 circulation coin which honour the birth centenary of former President Nelson Mandela, a moment which is being celebrated across the globe. The commemorative banknotes and the R5 circulation coin will be in circulation from 13 July 2018. Every commemorative banknote and the R5 circulation coin will take us on a historical journey with President Mandela. • The R10 banknote is inspired by the rolling hills of the Eastern Cape, featuring Madiba’s humble birthplace of Mvezo. • The R20 banknote features Mandela’s home in Soweto, where he defined his political life alongside other struggle icons. • The R50 banknote depicts the site where Madiba was captured near Howick following 17 months in hiding. This moment set in motion events that would change his life forever. • Madiba’s time on Robben Island is depicted on the R100 banknote, where he was incarcerated for 18 of his 27 years in prison. • The inspiration for the R200 banknote comes from the moment when Madiba greeted the nation for the first time as a statesman. • The commemorative R5 circulation coin features a portrait of Madiba, smiling at the nation he helped to build.

2-DAY FINANCE OPEN DAY HEADS TO LEONDALE!

This month the Ekurhuleni Finance Open Day heads to Leondale Community Hall on Friday, 13 July and Saturday, 14 July to address service delivery complaints, debt payment arrangements and resolve billing-related queries. Leondale residents and surroundings areas will get an opportunity to interact with officials from various service departments and get their service matters. Venue: Leondale Community Hall Time: 9 AM - 3 PM

themadibainme.co.za and the SARB’s social media platforms, where they can upload their own profile picture with a frame celebrating what would have been Madiba’s 100th birthday. “This is a proud moment for the SARB and indeed for our country,” said SARB Governor Lesetja Kganyago. “It is the first time in the history of the SARB that we issue a series of commemorative banknotes, and there is no more fitting an occasion than the 100th birthday of Madiba. In addition, the SARB will also be issuing a commemorative R5 circulation coin to celebrate this occasion. We encourage all citizens to join us in this proud movement.” The Reserve Bank also has a currency mobile app from 13 July 2018. The app has all the latest information about the commemorative banknotes. It is available from the Apple App Store, Window Store and Google Play.

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GAUTENG SPORTS AWARDS NOMINATIONS CLOSING SOON!

Monday, July 9 is the last day for people of Gauteng to submit their nominations for the Gauteng Sports Awards 2018. MEC Faith Mazibuko has called on communities to choose their local champions of sport to be recognized and rewarded. For a nomination to be accepted, please follow the terms and conditions as follows: • A nominee must be a Gauteng resident/citizen, including a migrant • The period to be considered is from 1 July 2017 to 30 June 2018 • Nominees (athletes, coaches and technical oﬃcials) must be a registered member of a Gauteng sporting organization for the specified time of consideration, except for media houses and journalists nominated •Nominations will only

be accepted on the official nomination forms available from website www. gautengsportawards.co.za or collected from any one of the sport federation offices. Nomination forms are also available at the provincial offices, libraries and sports council offices. • Nominations forms to be accompanied by supporting documentation (Profiles, Testimonial, Newspaper clippings, Photos, etc.) The 2018 Gauteng Sport Awards are scheduled for 2 September at a venue yet to be confirmed. MEC Mazibuko promises to announce the venue soon. Over 19 categories to choose from. Categories like the coveted Sportsman of the Year, Sportswoman of the Year, Sport Team of the Year, Sport Journalist of the year & Sport Programme of the year are up for grabs.

Former President Zuma’s son passes away!

President Cyril Ramaphosa has conveyed condolences to former President Jacob Zuma, who lost his son Vusi Nhlakanipho Zuma. “We have learned with shock and sadness of the sudden passing of former President Zuma’s son, Mr Vusi Zuma, last night. I wish to convey, on behalf of government and all South Africans, our heartfelt condolences to former President Zuma, the Zuma family and relatives on the passing of their beloved son. Words cannot adequately express the pain of losing such a young family member,” said President Ramaphosa. The former President’s son

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passed away recently in Johannesburg after a short illness. “Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time and we wish the Lord give former President Zuma strength. May the son’s soul rest in eternal peace,” said President Ramaphosa.

Report Elder Abuse, it’s the right thing do to! writes Busi Kheswa

lder persons or better known as the “senior citizens” are viewed as important in any society. This is in the main i due to the believe that a nation draws wisdom from them, their experiences often provides guidance. They further add value to our communities as they also take care of the vulnerable including orphaned children provide support to unemployed dependents in their families. However, the reality for some leaves a lot to be desired, being alive seems like a curse due to the abuse they experience from their relatives/ families. This ranges from the financial abuse, sexual, emotional abuse, physical, psychological, social, sexual and neglect and is, in

The abuse of elderly people happens in their own homes, while living with family and in facilities responsible for their wellbeing. We must speak up when we suspect or come across an elderly person that is being abused in any form. Our constitution protects the rights of all, especially the vulnerable, and this includes the elderly. In South Africa, 8% of the population is older than 60 years. All of us deserve to be respected, to feel dignified and safe where we live. Therefore, becomes important to be able to to spot the warning signs, know the risk factors and how you can prevent and report instances of abuse. We owe it to older generations to ensure that their so-called Golden Years are not tarnished by abuse and neglect.

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Cabinet apologises for delays in social grant payments!

The Cabinet ministers have expressed a sincere apology to beneficiaries of social grants aﬀected by the delays in the current social grant payment cycle.

many circumstances, an unspoken of or under- reported crime. Older persons are vulnerable to abuse because of their age, state of health, social circumstances or other factors (such as crime and violence). Frail older persons are more vulnerable as they are dependent on caregivers for survival. Abuse negatively impacts the physical, emotional, social and economic wellbeing of older persons and occurs across all economic, ethnic, religious gender cultural groups. Elder abuse is a crime and if committed should be reported. Everyone has a responsibility to report abuse and take the necessary steps to protect and assist the victim. It is an offence to conceal elder abuse in terms of the Older Persons Act No 13 of 2006. The 15th of June marked World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a UN-designated day which aims to drawn attention to the various challenges and abuses faced by the world’s senior citizens. CJ van Zyl, chief executive of city-based Fulami, an organisation focusing on improving the well-being of elderly person, say elder abuse is emerging as an important issue within the elderly community. “With South Africa’s rapidly ageing population it is estimated that by 2031 the population aged 65 years and over will nearly double, which means that this problem will become even bigger in future Van Zyl said there were many ways to take a stand against elder abuse, including learning about the forms and signs of elder abuse and neglect, such as frequent arguments or tension between the caregiver and the elderly person and changes in personality, providing a break for a caregiver, and volunteering to be a visitor at a retirement village or old-age home.

The Gauteng Department of Social Development works closely with Non-Government Organizations (NGOs) such as the Gauteng Older Persons Forum, Age in Action and other Organizations to prevent elder abuse. These Organizations are mandated to conduct awareness campaigns and initiatives that fight against the abuse of older person. If you suspect elder abuse, you can contact your nearest Social Development oﬃce or the nearest Non Governmental Organizations. Should you wish to report cases of abuse or maintain more information contact your local or provincial Social Development Office at; Head oﬃce: 011 355 7600 Tshwane: 012 359 3417/69 Johannesburg: 011 355 9500 Sebokeng: 016 930 2000/1 Ekurhuleni: 011 873 9390 West Rand: 011 950 7700 Toll Free Number: 0800 204 190 Let us band together to create a safe environment for our elders and remember “Elder abuse is a crime and if committed it should be reported. Everyone has a responsibility to report it to protect and assist older person.”

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“Cabinet appreciates that social grants are a lifeline to the most vulnerable members of our society and therefore such inconvenience is very much regrettable,” Communications Minister Nomvula Mokonyane said during a post Cabinet media briefing held in Tshwane on Thursday, July 6. Mokonyane told Mapepeza that Social Development Minister Susan Shabangu has assured Cabinet that the technical glitches were a result of the transition of the payments from an old system to a new South African Social Security Agency/South African Post Oﬃce system. “She [Shabangu] has assured Cabinet that most of the affected beneficiaries have since been paid. Meanwhile, dedicated teams are working hard to stabilise the systems to prevent a recurrence of such delays in the future,” replied Mokonyane to the question of timeframes on the resolution of the glitches. The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) and South African Post Oﬃce (SAPO) are currently facilitating a card swap from the old SASSA/Grindrod cards to the

new SASSA/SAPO by end of August 2018. The changing of cards are currently taking place at identified venues, including pay point stations, community halls and SAPO branches. SASSA is also in the process of phasing out Cash Paymaster Services (CPS), as directed by the Constitutional Court and introducing the South African Post Oﬃce (SAPO) to pay social grants. The changing of cards are currently taking place at identified venues, including pay point stations, community halls and SAPO branches.

Bahlaseli ba taolo ea ts'ireletso ba ka tšoaroa! Komeshene ea Tekano e khothalletsa batho ba Afrika Boroa (Commission for Gender Equality) hore ba tlalehe linyeoe tsa pefo ea tekano. 'Muelli oa Komeshene Javu Baloyi o re haeba basali ba ikutloa ba sokeloa ka tsela leha e le efe ba lokela ho tlaleha mapolesa' me ba kope ho ba le taelo ea ts'ireletso. Ho ea ka Mapolesa a Afrika Boroa taelo ea ts'ireletso e tla thibela moahloli hore a se ke a etsa ketso efe kapa efe ea tlhekefetso ea malapeng kapa tlhekefetso ea thobalano; ho kena sebakeng sa kopanelo kapa karolo e itseng ea bolulo; ho kena sebakeng sa mohlankana haeba ba sa phele hammoho; ho kena sebakeng sa mosebetsi ea bohlankana kapa ofisi le ho kopana le ngoana kapa bana haeba e le molemong oa ngoana. Haeba moqosi a hanyetsa taelo leha e le

efe ea tšireletso, a ka tšoaroa. Tsela ea ho kenya kopo bakeng sa taelo ea ts'ireletso (Protection Order): - Moipiletso o tlameha ho etsa lengolo le tiileng mme a tlatse foromo ea kopo ho seteisheneng sa mapolesa. - Ho tšehetsa li-aﬃdavits ke batho ba nang le tsebo ea taba ena e ka 'nang ea tsamaisana le kopo. - Litokomane tsena li lokela ho fuoa baruti ba lekhotla le haufi. - Kopo ea taelo ea ts'ireletso ha e felle feela ho moahloli. Motho leha e le ofe ea nang le thahasello boiketlong ba moemeli o ka boela a sebetsa. Linyeoe tsa tlhekefetso li ka tlalehoa seteisheneng se haufi sa mapolesa le khethollo ea tekano e ka tlalehoa ho Komisi ea Tekano ho 0800 007 709 (CGE Hotline).

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FIRES are more dangerous this Winter. Beware!

WINTER brings the dry spell that accompany strong winds and very low temperatures, which brings the increase in structural fires and massive veld fires. While fires are a danger on their own, they promulgate a host of challenges for drivers when they occur near major roads and national freeways. In the past years, emergency services personnel had to service vehicle pileups on the freeways around the city and other major roads whereby lives were lost because of veld fires. As winter is on its last month as per calendar season just before the start of Spring, winds are blowing strongly and any small open flame or heat on the dry vegetation has a potential to influence the rapid growth and spread of the fire along wide areas. Heavy dense smoke along the major roads and freeways, will reduce visibility and often increase traffic calming. Drivers should immediately reduce their speed and exercise extreme caution in that specific situation. Some obvious causes of such veld fires along freeways and major roads are lit cigarette buds thrown out of windows by motorists and passengers alike, broken glass bot-

tles through concaving sun rays to a point (Magnifying glass), deliberate and accident causes including spontaneous combustion in the situation of a compose. This is not only a threat to human life but to animal life and environment as well. While driving and visibility becomes very poor, don`t attempt to drive through thick smoke or flames as this spell high potentiality of accident to occur. Due to poor visibility motorist may either run off the road, collide with stationary obstacles such as vehicles or involved in head-on-collisions with other vehicles attempting to drive through from the opposite direction. Secondary to freezing cold weather conditions as expected in this week, the following can assist in averting accident deaths. Just recently, lives were lost around the Cities due to incidents of toxic gas inhalation. It is still a common practice for people going to bed with lit Braziers, lit coal stoves, lit fire places, braai stands or even electrical stove still on. When blankets fall on top of the stove, will catch alight and produce toxic gases such as Carbon monoxide and Hydrogen Cyanide. Inhalation of such gases causes

suffocation and ultimately death. Many domestic fires are caused by electrical wiring through short circuit and illegal connections. Heaters are still placed near the combustible and left unmonitored which is an unsafe practice. Unattended air conditioners running throughout the night domestically or at the offices causes unnecessary fires. All heating sources should be switched off in the absence of adults. Children playing with matches and lighters are a major source of house fires. When fall in the hands of children are a significant factor in fire fatalities and property destruction. Parents need to keep all such away from the reach of children.

Life Style The Blesser Game comes to Heidelberg

On Saturday afternoon (June 30), fans gathered at Heidelberg Mall to welcome the author of the national best-seller “Bare”, Jackie Phamotse. The Bargain Books store was lit with raving book lovers and young girls inspired by the story of a young woman who survived the materialistic lifestyle that almost took her life. Although it speaks much to the young female generation, it has something for everyone. Following the journeys of Jackie and some of the people who helped her craft this book, you’ll be emotionally exercised by what the characters of the stories endure and do to each other. The main story follows the life of Treasure, a young and ambitious girl from the West Rand who has just left her home to chase her dreams in the ‘City of Gold’, Johannesburg. Reading through each chapter, you’ll be taken away by the road travelled

by Treasure into a luxurious illusion of a perfect life. Bare has been an answer to many about the insideout tactics of the ‘sugardaddies’ or ‘blessers’ and how they use young souls to get sexual and other favours. A section reverse cover of the book read: “After 1994, life in the new South African democracy involves a different kind of war. Those who dismantled the unjust regime have left their #bornfree children to build a better one. But the #bornfree and #blessed are not equipped. Those who fought for freedom neglected to educate their offspring about social civilization and self-worth.” According to Jackie, most of the events covered in the 215-page book come from her diary and experiences she recorded throughout her teens and early adulthood. Being a national best selling book did not come from marketing or promotions. Because of the real elements in the story that relate to so many young people in the country today, this made Bare a worthy collector’s item - a tool to ‘educate the coming generation.’ Buy the book online or at any leading book store countrywide. Follow Jackie Phamotse on social media to be inspired by here day-to-day rituals and messages.

TO WIN YOUR SIGNED COPY OF BARE: Please send us a Whatsapp message on (078)2218002, tell us your views on the “Blesser Game” described in the book. First come, first served. Books must be collected at our office in Heidelberg or Katlehong.

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LESEDI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY - ELECTRICITY TARIFFS – APPROVED BY NERSA Notice is hereby given to the rate payers and consumers in terms of section 13 of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act 2000 that Lesedi Local Municipality has by council resolution approved 2018/2019 Medium-Term Revenue and Expenditure Framework (MTREF) for levying a rate on a property and service charges. The tariffs were approved by Council on 07 June 2018 – Council resolution number LC.MC-63/05/2018. Below are the approved tariffs by NERSA as per the certificate issued after the applicable processes, this is an aggregate increase of 6.72%. The increases take effect on the 1st of July 2018.

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Electricity (VAT excl)

Tariffs 2017 2018 NERSA’s approval

Tariffs 2018 2019 NERSA’s approval

Description of tariﬀ BE E1 E3 E1/ E5 EL E3 EZ

EL E3 E0 EL E3 EA EL EEB

Domestic (All season Voltage 230/400V) Basic charge (with/without improvements)

R 196.38

R209.82

Domestic: Approved indigents FREE 0 - 50 KWH

Free

51 - 350 kwh

R 1.1003

R1.1756

351 -600 kwh

R 1.5457

R1.6515

600 kwh >

R 1.8198

R1.9443

0- 50kwh

R 0.8870

R0.9144

51 - 350 kwh

R 1.1086

R1.1756

351 - 600 kwh

R 1.5463

R1.6546

600kwh >

R 1.8204

R1.9485

R 288.17

R307.89

152.58

163.01

R 3,602.23

R3848.62

148.66

158.83

R 725.51

R775.13

141.61

151.30

R 725.51

R775.13

176.25

188.31

R 1,782.86

R1904.81

105.65

112.88

R 148.46

R158.61

R 1,782.86

R1904.81

170.51

182.17

R 176.22

R188.28

R 2,531.66

R2704.82

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Bulk Residential reseller ( All season voltage >400v) basic charge ( rand)

BE E1 E9 ELB 301

energy charge (c/kWh) Bulk Residential reseller (All season voltage 230/400v) basic charge (rand) energy charge (c/kWh) Low Commercial tariﬀ – customers below 100kVa/150A Connection size – voltage 230/400V Low demand (Summer)

BEC 101 ELC 101 ELC 101 BEC 101 ELC 101 ELC 101

basic charge (rand) ( below 100kVA) energy charge (c/kWh) no demand High demand (Winter) basic charge (rand) ( below 100kVA) energy charge (c/kWh) no demand Medium Commercial tariﬀ – customers above 100kVA/150A connection size 230/400V Low demand (Summer)

BEC 100 ELC 100 ELC 100

basic charge (rand) ( above 100kVA)

BEC 100 ELC 100 ELC 100

basic charge (rand) ( above 100kVA)

energy charge (c/kWh) demand charge ( R/kVA) High demand (Winter) energy charge (c/kWh) demand charge ( R/kVA) Medium Commercial tariﬀ – Customers above 100kVA /150A connection size up to 1MVA Voltage > 230/400V & =11KV

BEC 300 ELC 300 ELC 300 BEC 300 ELC 300 ELC 300

Low demand (Summer) basic charge (rand) energy charge (c/kWh) demand charge ( R/kVA)

101.89

108.86

R 143.16

R152.95

R 2,531.66

R2704.82

High demand (Winter) basic charge (rand) energy charge (c/kWh) demand charge ( R/kVA)

169.91

181.53

R 164.40

R175.65

R 2,449.06

R2573.96

R 96.01

R102.8

135.99

145.61

High Commercial tariﬀ – Customers at medium voltage (>230/400V & < = 11KV) with minimum 1MVA connection BE E2 E6 / E7 ELC 700 ELC 700 / 701 ELC 710 ELC 720

basic charge demand charge ( R/kVA) Low demand (Summer) peak ( c/kWh) standard (c/kWh) off peak (ckWh)

89.18 70.35

95.49 75.33

High demand (Winter)

ELC 700 / 701 ELC 710

standard (c/kWh)

ELC 720

off peak (c/kWh)

peak ( c/kWh)

339.68 119.19 71.91

363.72 127.62 77.00

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I’ve learned that in life: don’t give up no matter what people are thinking, or how difficult life it can be. I want to tell you even if you feel rejections and many more things. The pain that you are currently facing is making you stronger. AIR BAROMETER BLIZZARD CELSIUS CHILL CIRRUS CLOUD COLD CUMULUS CYCLONE DEGREE DEW DRIZZLE DRY FAHRENHEIT FLOOD FOG FORECAST FREEZE FROST HAIL HEAT HOT HUMIDITY HURRICANE LIGHTNING METEOROLOGY PRECIPITATION PRESSURE RADAR RAIN SLEET SNOW STORM STRATUS SUNNY TEMPERATURE THERMOMETER THUNDER TORNADO WARM WEATHER WIND

It’s not over until God says it’s over. Trust God even when you went to more than 35 Job interviews and you failed. Remember only a car can be written-off on the road, but a human being is re-new by God. You say is impossible and God says all things are possible in Him (Luke 18 Verse 27). Believe me, God hasn’t forgotten about you. If he managed to help Daniel then how about you? Just look at me, I’ve been in Jozi for 12 weeks only, But He managed to bless me with great things. I never thought that I will be on media so soon an in only two month’s n couple of weeks, but I’ve managed to feature on more than nine TV soapies n talk shows. Please don’t give up no matter what, your order is on your way. Don’t mind your age or what people are thinking about you. If he managed to help Sarah in the bible. Eventually, he can do the same to you. Do not give hope for hope never disappoints. Don’t mind your age, because if “Mr. KFC (Colonel Sanders) himself managed to achieve his dream of becoming one of the best fast food restaurant chains at the age of 62, then what about you? Please know that you are top not below.

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Remember other people are looking up to you, When you give up they give up too. You’re the next winner of your life, don’t compare your family back round with your future. Be your own storyteller! 2018 is your year no matter what. Speech by: Vusi Mabena, Poet and Motivation speaker

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Sports

Who do you know that can beat Sensei Mbali in Karate? Send us your views on Facebook & Twitter

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From Mzansi to Italia!

A grand send-oﬀ ceremony led by Gauteng MEC for Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation, Faith Mazibuko was hosted last night at Benoni High School in Ekurhuleni, where they were honoured with medals of achievement for making it to the team to represent not only the province but the nation. The team of 90 young athletes between 13 and 17, joined by coaches and managers about to jet off to Reggio Emilia in Italy, were given profound messages of praise and encouragement to bring back gold medals. “I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all the teams that made it this far. Remember that you carry the hopes of our country. Fly the South Africa flag up high and

represent our country well at the Tri-Colour Games in Italy. I would like to encourage you to go out there and be positive ambassadors of South Africa and share the rich cultural diversity that we have in our country.” said Premier David Makhura. National Olympic star Natalie du Toit urged the young athletes to fully embrace this opportunity and experience saying “You have worked hard and persevered, now I want you all to go out there a grab this opportunity. Be proud, do your best for yourself and your team. Learn something new every day and in the spirit of Oliver Tambo, make friends. Best of luck and give it your all.” Ratanda Township’s very own rising star, Kutl-

Some of the excited youngsters chosen from all around the province to represent Team SA in Italy. The lucky candidates were chosen during last year’s OR Tambo/ Soncini Social Cohesion Games as a part of the centenary celebrations of liberation icon, OR Tambo.

Gauteng Premier David Makhura and Olympian Natalie du Toit were among personalities to see oﬀ the Gauteng Team of athletes leaving for the international Tri-Color Games which begin in Italy from the 7th of July.

EKURHULENI’S WORLD CHAMPION IN KARATE RETURNS HOME WITH GOLD! Congratulations to the Katlehong martial arts club, Kyokushin Karate, for their outstanding achievement in the Middle East recently. Sensei Mbali Msomi got the World Champion title at the the 5th IKKF-World Karate Tournament in Baku, Azerbaijan. Representing the City of Ekurhuleni were Sensei Katleho Hlatshwayo, Sensei Mbali Msomi, Sempai Lerato Nkopane and Shodan Rethabile Tshabalala. When Msomi started train Kyokushin Karate back in 2006, she never thought one day she will represent South Africa and became the World Champion. Its everybody's dreams to become world champion in full contact karate. She holds karate experience of 12 years, specializing in Kyokushin Karate. Sensei Mbali is a 2nd Dan Black Belt and is a senior instructor at their dojo (gym) in Mpontsheng, Katlehong. She holds several other titles, taking ﬁrst and second position in tournaments hosted in Swaziland, Zimbabwe and across the country.

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wano Tshelane, will join the Team SA squad and represents her hometown in the Lesedi Municipality at the Tri-Colour Games in Reggio Emelia (Italy). Kutlwano a.k.a ‘Neymar’, was also discovered at the Provincial OR Tambo/ Soncini Games last year, hosted across all five regions in Gauteng. Teams Gauteng’s inclusion in the 6th edition of the Tri Color Games: VI° Edition of the International Sport Games of Tricolor, marks the first time South Africa will be competing in the tournament, which is dedicated to Nelson Mandela in commemoration of his centenary celebration this year. The team will be participating in the football, rugby, basketball, swimming and athletics sporting codes.

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Gauteng host Indigenous Games!

Sport and Recreation Weekend 07 - 08 July Despite the onset of winter, the Sport and Recreation programme sanctioned by the provincial Department of Sport, Arts, Culture and Recreation (SACR) continue this weekend with various activities happening across the province. This weekend will see Tshwane, Ekurhuleni and Johannesburg hosting the regional Indigenous Games (IG) to select teams for the upcoming provincials. Athletes will compete in games including kgati, ncuva, morabaraba, driestokkies and more. The IG programme is not only meant to keep younsters entertained but to preserve, value and appreciate the SA indigenous heritage. TSHWANE Date:Saturday, 07 July Venue: Bavianspot CorrectionalCentre, Tshwane Time: 08:00 JOHANNESBURG Date: Saturday , 07 July Venue: Kopanong Sports complex centre, Ivory Park Time: 08:00 EKURHULENI Date: Saturday , 07 July Venue: Marivate Park, Daveyton Time: 08:00