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Strategy aims to hit hard All roleplayers must work together to fight crime
} Sidwell Guduka IN an effort to curb criminal activities in the Free State, the provincial government under the leadership of Premier Ace Magashule, launched a crime prevention strategy in Bloemfontein on Wednesday. This comprehensive strategy follows from the discussions held at the Provincial Crime Prevention Summit at the Philip Sanders Resort in the Free State capital in April and was approved by the provincial executive council. “It is clear to all of us that the Free State provincial government is serious about addressing the root causes of crime and other underlying contributory factors. The Free State is leading the way and I sincerely hope to see all other provinces doing the same,” Riah Phiyega, national police commissioner, said at the launch in Phase 4. “This initiative interlinks with the White Paper on Safety and Security and all other major strategies of government. These include the National Development Plan, the National Crime Prevention Strategy, the Drug Master Plan and the Social Crime Prevention Strategy. “In order for us to prevent crime; all role players and stakeholders must work in a united fashion. Communities, business and civil society must come together and leverage on each other’s resources and capabilities,” she said. “By working together, we will create an environment where the police can police. By that I mean, hunt down the criminals, respond to emergencies, protect members of the community and not be burdened with addressing the underlying societal issues,” she added. The commissioner also announced the launch of an internal anti-corruption unit to combat fraud and corruption within the South African Police Service (SAPS). “If we are to successfully fight crime in the country, we must first get our house in order.
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ACE MAGASHULE, Free State premier, Msebenzi Zwane, MEC for Department of Agriculture and Rural Development, Riah Phiyega, national commissioner of police, and Lt Gen. Khehla Sitole, police commissioner of the Free State.
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We must fight crime with clean hands. We will therefore not shy away from taking action against our own. “We will certainly do it with boldness,” she said. Phiyega said some of the priority crimes receiving attention countrywide included gen-
der-based violence and sexual offences, murder and serious assault, drugs, illegal mining, burglary at residential and business premises, carjacking, as well as stock theft. Meanwhile, Magashule urged all the municipalities to implement the newly-launched
strategy. “The Provincial Crime Prevention Strategy brings hope and life to this province. This initiative is aimed at squeezing the provincial space for criminals. We want the police to continue doing good work and arrest criminals,” he said.
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WE’RE BEHIND YOU: Julius Malema’s supporters during the Economic Freedom Fighters’ rally at the Zamdela Stadium in Sasolburg on Saturday. Photo: Mary-Ann Palmer
LEADING FROM THE FRONT: Julius Malema salutes his supporters at the Zamdela Stadium in Sasolburg this past weekend. Photo:Mary-Ann Palmer
THE RED BERET BRIGADE: Kenny Kunene, Mpho Ramakatsa and Julius Malema during the launch of the Economic Freedom Fighters in Johannesburg on Thursday. Photo: Motshwari Mofokeng
Malema’s new party anti-capitalist } Sidwell Guduka JULIUS MALEMA, the former African National Congress Youth League (ANCYL) leader, launched a political party called the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) at Constitution Hill in Johannesburg last Thursday. Malema, who was expelled from the ANC last year, described his movement’s ideology as anti-capitalist. “Our organisation is founded on the principles of anti-corruption. We are a protest movement. Anyone who is found guilty will never
sit proudly and wear the beret of the Economic Freedom Fighters,” he told journalists. “We are not like Cope. We are not like Agang and all of them. We are not like any other political party. They are not a protest movement. We have a completely different plan. Ours is expropriation of land without compensation. No one has spoken about that. So you can’t say we are like them.” Malema said his party had a plan that included the non-negotiable principles of land expropriation and nationalisation of mines, both without compensation.
“We want to nationalise mines. And we are not going to pay for those mines. No one has said that,” he said. The EFF’s commander-in-chief also unveiled some new members, including sushiking Kenny Kunene, actor Fana Mokoena, former ANC Youth League North West chairperson Papiki Baboile, former Youth League spokesperson Floyd Shivambu and former Umkhonto weSizwe cadre Mpho Ramakatsa. “We are living among the masses. There is no elite here. These people you see are ordinary faces.
‘Troublemaker’ becomes iconic peacemaker IT’S the birthday of former president Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela tomorrow. Mandela, who is still recovering at Pretoria’s Mediclinic Heart Hospital, was born on 18 July 1918 in the tiny village of Mvezo, on the banks of the Mbashe River in Transkei, South Africa. “Rolihlahla” in the Xhosa language literally means “pulling the branch of a tree,” but more commonly translates as “troublemaker”. Mandela’s father, who was destined to be a chief, served as a counsellor to tribal chiefs for several years, but lost both his title and fortune over a dispute with the local colonial magistrate. Mandela was only an infant at the time, and his father’s loss of status forced his mother to move the family to Qunu, an even smaller village north of Mvezo. The village was nestled in a narrow, grassy valley; there were no roads, only foot paths that linked the pastures where livestock grazed. The
family lived in huts and ate a local harvest of maize, sorghum, pumpkin and beans, which was all they could afford. Water came from springs and streams and cooking was done outdoors. Mandela played the games of young boys, acting out male rights-of-passage scenarios with toys he made from the natural materials available, including tree branches and clay. At the suggestion of one of his father’s friends, Mandela was baptised in the Methodist Church. He went on to become the first in his family to attend school. As was custom at the time, and probably due to the bias of the British educational system in South Africa, Mandela’s teacher told him that his new first name would be Nelson. When Mandela was nine years old, his father died of lung disease, causing his life to change dramatically. He was adopted by Chief Jongint-
aba Dalindyebo - a gesture done as a favour to Mandela’s father, who, years earlier, had recommended Jongintaba be made chief. Mandela subsequently left the carefree life he knew in Qunu, fearing that he would never see his village again. He travelled by motorcar to Mqhekezweni, the provincial capital of Thembuland, to the chief’s royal residence. Though he had not forgotten his beloved village of Qunu, he quickly adapted to the new, more sophisticated surroundings of Mqhekezweni. Mandela was given the same status and responsibilities as the regent’s two other children, his son and oldest child, Justice, and daughter Nomafu. Mandela joined the African National Congress in 1942. For 20 years, he directed a campaign of peaceful, non-violent defiance against the South African government and its racist policies. In 1993, Mandela and South African President F.W. de Klerk were jointly awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for their efforts to dismantle the country’s apartheid system. In 1994, Mandela was inaugurated as South Africa’s first black president. In 2009, Mandela’s birthday (July 18) was declared Mandela Day to promote global peace and celebrate the South African leader’s legacy. – www.biography.com
“It is not a group of individuals who are used to power and, therefore, it has been taken from them and they want it back,” Malema said. Juju, as Malema is affectionately known, formed the Economic Freedom Fighters movement after his subsequent efforts as a cabbage farmer were thwarted when his assets were seized. The EFF held their political rallies in Sasolburg and Sebokeng on Saturday. Malema still has the matter of corruption charges hanging over his head.
Thabo in concert } Sidwell Guduka
THABO HLONGWANE, an opera singer, will perform at the Mandela Day Concert at the Sand du Plessis Theatre in Bloemfontein on Friday. He will share the stage with Raphael Vilakazi, Ons Eie Drie Tenore, a 12-piece orchestra and the Belmacanto Choir – which consists of talented individuals grouped together to form a choir. The Performing Arts Centre of the Free State (Pacofs), organisers of the concert, said they decided to hold the event in celebration of Mandela Day. Nelson Mandela, the first democratically-elected president of South Africa, turns 95 tomorrow. “This man has touched many South Africans’ and foreigners’ lives with his actions and values. “Mandela Day brings forward the humanity and courage within us as we dedicate ourselves to become optimistic as the man himself, by working together to build a caring diverse nation,” Pacofs said in a statement. Pacofs, which is an agency of the Department of Arts and Culture, urged companies to support their event. “We appeal to institutions to purchase tickets for their employees to join us in celebrating this event and to assist Pacofs in reaching one of government’s strategic goals, which is social cohesion. Their support will not only assist Pacofs, but grant their employees the opportunity to experience the performing arts in its truest. Individuals should also buy their tickets on time,” the statement read. The show starts at 19:30. Tickets are available at the Pacofs Booking Office at R100. For more information, call 051-447-7772.
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Initiation glossary
BACK HOME: Seated from the left are Maditaba Matsoetlane, Letebele Letele and Raditlhare Molete during the initiation school graduation ceremony in Botshabelo. Standing are some of the graduates who returned home this past Saturday. Photo: Sidwell Guduka
) abakhwetha: Initiates undergoing a rites of passage ceremony that includes circumcision ) bhoma: A hut where initiates live during their initiation ) ikhankatha: An initiation school nurse, always male ) esuthwini: Initiation school ) ikrwala: A graduate of an initiation school ) ukudodisa: Confrontational test of a graduate’s credentials ) amakhosi: Traditional leaders, formally known as paramount chiefs ) iingcebi: Traditional surgeons ) umutshotsho: A social gathering of pubescent youths under peer supervision ) ulwaluka: Ritual initiation that involves circumcision
Initiates all return home safely } Sidwell Guduka
THEY went to the mountain as boys and now they are back as proud men. Altogether 26 males, who concluded their initiation ritual last weekend after spending two months in the mountain, were welcomed back home with song and dance by hundreds of excited community members in Botshabelo’s Section T on Saturday. There were no casualties as all initiation school graduates returned home safely, thanks to the manner in which the Mangaung Metro Municipality handled the issue of initiation. The metro has become the first municipality to have successfully intervened to ensure that this practice is conducted properly without incident. “As the municipality we are very proud because all the boys came back home alive and
healthy. In the past few weeks, there have been reports of boys dying at initiation schools across the country. This goes to show that our initiative aimed at saving lives is working. We make sure that every boy going to the initiation school undergoes the necessary check-ups in a hospital to prevent unnecessary deaths,” Cllr Maditaba Matsoetlane, member of the mayoral committee for Health and Social Development, told Express. Letebele Letele, the owner of the initiation school, said he was happy about the way in which things went in the bush. His school officially closed last Friday to allow school-going initiates to return home and be ready for the reopening of schools on Monday. “I’m really excited that everything went well. All the boys are back home safely and their parents are happy. “I’m thankful to God for protecting them dur-
ing their time in the mountain. “When I enrol the boys into my school, I make sure that they are 18 years or older. Before any intake I make sure they go to hospital for checkups. This is done to make sure that they are healthy and are not undergoing any treatment before being accepted. The initiates must also be in possession of a consent form signed by the parents and they should be accompanied to the mountain by those parents,” he explained. One of the graduates, who did not want his name mentioned, said: “It was a gratifying experience to be part of the whole initiation ritual.
I’m very happy that I have finally made it into manhood. From now on I can associate with real men. I’ll no longer be treated like a young man.” Raditlhare Molete, chairman of the initiation schools’ committee, was over the moon because there were no casualties in Letele’s school. “As a committee we make sure that boys don’t go behind their parents’ backs to attend initiation schools. “Anyone who comes to the school without their parents’ permission is not accepted. We work hand-in-hand with the municipality and the Department of Health.”
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Metlha e fetogile, pelo e ja serati NAKO e le ya pele, majwe a santse a twebetsega, motlhankana o ne a kgethelwa kgarebe e a neng a tla e nyala. Mmagwe o ne a tle a bolelele rre gore, “Rra ke bone mosetsana wa ga sepherephetshane mme ke motho o maitseo, wa sethubaki, mosadisadi mme ke mo ratela mosimane wa rona�. Rre o ne a tseya nako go bona motho o go buiwang ka ene. Batsadi ba mo lepe dingwaga ba lebeletse mekgwa le metsamao ya gagwe. E re lekau le siametse go nyala, rre a mo bolelele gore tsamaela kae. Mme bagolo ba tla tsamaya baile go kopa sego sa metsi, bogadi bo duelwe mme lenyalo le nne gone. Bangwe ba re o ne o tle o re o fitlha o fitlhele mosadi a beilwe mo morago ga ntlo gotwe ke mosadi wa gago. Go sa na le merafe e e santseng e kgethela batho basadi. Batsadi ke bone ba rulaganyang lenyalo gore mang o tla nyalwa ke mang. Gongwe re tshwanetse ra boela ko mokgweng o o. Go ikgethela re re pelo e ja serati go feletsa ko tlhalanong. Manyalo a pele a ne a tswelela, banyalani ba aga lelapa. Fa ke dutse ke le esi ke ipotsa gore fa o re o rata motho o bo o bone eng? Ke eng se o se ratang? Ke sebopego? O itse jang gore o ke ene? Gongwe kgale o tswa mo o tsena mo, o utlwisiwa botlhoko le wena o roba ba bangwe dipelo. O
A re bueng Advocate Kuni Ditira Author itse jang gore o ke e ne wa makgonthe, wa dikgomo? O ke e ne kgopo ya masapo a me? E re ke go bolele nna ke rata eng mo mothong. Ke rata motho o tla ntshang bodutu, e re ke na le ene ke tshege, ke je monate. Ke rata motho o ke kgonang go bua le ene ka sengwe le sengwe mo tlase ga lefatshe. E seng motho o sa retseng, e re o bua o ise o fetse go bua a ba a arabile. E re o re wa bua e ne o itse thata go feta wena, nthetse ga ke batle seeleele, sematla, fela ga ke batla motho o itseng tsotlhe. Go na le batho ba botokwa go gaisa batho botlhe, sengwe le sengwe ke ene, kgosi nna. Ke rata motho o tla dirang ke ikutlwe e ka re ke kgosigadi, o mo go ene ke senang phosho, motho o tla nthatang “warts and all�. E seng motho o tla go bolelelang gore mang wa go gaisa, mang o montle go go
feta, o nonne, o mo khutshwane, dinko tsa gago disephara. Ke nagana gore o tshwanetse wa nna tsala le mogatso. E nne motho o tla ikutlwang o sireletsegile mo go ene, le ntshana se se moinong. Motho o tla molelelang ditoro tsa gago. Motho o tla buang le e ne ka tse di go tshosang, tse di go ngongoregisang. Motho o o tla nnang wena fa o na le ene. Ba bangwe fa o na le bone o nna se ba se batlang. O dula o sa itumela ka gonne o motshameki mo seraleng. Sengwe le sengwe o tshwanetse wa se dumela go mo kgotsofatsa. A o jele? Eya, a o kgotse? Eya. Ke rata bogolo go tsotlhe motho o tsepagalang. Ke a di bona tsotlhe, ga ke batle motho o tla mpogisang, a nkgoba, tshotlakako, ditlhapa, boaka, botagwa. Motho a fuduana le maikutlo a gago. Gongwe go na le se bagologolo ba ne ba
Bangwe ba re o ne o tle o re o fitlha o fitlhele mosadi a beilwe mo morago ga ntlo gotwe ke mosadi wa gago. se lepile. Rona re ya le maididi ke lerato mme re dire diphosho. E ne o kwa gae ba sa mo batleng ke e ne o nang le kgogedi mo go wena. Fa bagaeno ba sa rate motho batlisisa gore ba bone eng. Gongwe go se ba se boneng se wena ka lebaka la lerato o sa se boneg. Ba ba itseng sejatlhapi bare love is blind. Pele o wela mo lebeseng jaaka ntshi bula matlho o ipotse gore a ke ene ka tota. *Mang kapa mang ya a batlang ho ngola kholomong ena, a ka ikopanya le Jabulani Dlamini ho 051-404-7910 kapa ho Jabulani.Dlamini@volksblad.com *Mongodi ha ana ho lefiwa.
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MEC visits Dinaoeng settlement to confirm commitment IN line with the Free State government’s commitment to constantly work with and within the communities to fight under-development, unemployment and poverty, the MEC for Public Works, Sisi Mabe, visited the informal settlement of Dinaoeng in Bloemfontein recently. The visit was a follow-up following Mabe and
Premier Ace Magashule’s visit to the area in April whereat the community’s challenges and needs were identified. Mabe, also representing the MEC for Social Development, Sisi Ntombela, distributed blankets, winter jackets and food parcels to 181 needy families that had been identified by the
Dinaoeng Care-givers and community leaders. “As we converge here, it is our firm belief that our positive and constructive actions will go a long way in preserving the legacy of Tata Nelson Mandela. My presence here is an indication that you are not a forgotten community,” Mabe told residents.
The MEC appealed to the community to work together with the government to ensure the creation of an accurate community profile by acquiring ID books and acquiring birth certificates for children. She also encouraged children of school-going age to attend school and cooperate with municipal laws.
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Programme lauded as global leader
SOUTH AFRICA’S NATIONAL RESPONSIBLE GAMBLING PROGRAMME (NRGP) has been held up as the global leader for promoting responsible gambling, and enjoys a high degree of credibility throughout the world for its effectiveness and cost-efficiency.
Following international research of worldwide responsible gambling activities by the respected Toronto-based global reputation research experts GlobeScan, much of the NRGPs success was attributed to sound and coherent strategic planning at inception, the collabora-
tive nature of all stakeholder relationships and the success of its public awareness programme. The work being undertaken by the NRGP in terms of promoting responsible gambling is being studied by industry professionals and regulators worldwide, and its structure and work-
ings are viewed as a model to be emulated internationally. The scope of the research included not only reputation measurement, but also assessed the work being undertaken to minimise the effect of excessive gambling. To do the comparison, GlobeScan compared the NRGP to similar projects in the America, Britain, Australia, Canada, Ireland, New Zealand, Norway and Sweden. The report’s main findings into services provided and the costs attributed to these, were based on in-depth interviews with international experts, analysis of global media coverage, public opinion and government responses to responsible gambling issues. Favourable findings about the NRGP include: The absence of conflict between industry, regulators and government in South Africa is positive. The relationship between role-players was found to be on a par and even better than in other countries. The collaborative relationship between the public and private sectors was particularly lauded. The NRGP’s programme, while being more effective, also offers the most cost-effective option. According to the report, South Africa spends US$2 million in comparison to $18 million in New Zealand, $7,5 million in Britain and a hefty $85 million in Canada. In return, the NRGP provides a comprehensive programme of treatment, prevention, training, a national schools programme and research. Britain, for example, was found to deliver fewer services, engaged in very little prevention and public awareness work and funded very little research that could be used to formulate appropriate preventative strategies or good public policy. In their assessment of media coverage, GlobeScan found South Africa accounted for only 1% of all stories worldwide, with the majority of these being positive about the industry, regulators and the NRGP. By comparison, international coverage is predominantly negative of regulators and industry, most notably in Britain, as well as New Zealand and parts of Canada. The report states: “The coverage blames both industry and regulators for failing to address the issue of problem gambling which they allege is a major social problem and requires higher levies and more restrictive regulation.” Although the NRGP enjoys a positive and collaborative relationship with industry and regulators, it nevertheless maintains its independence from both, earning it both credibility and respect. The report further points to the NRGP’s work as being “honest in its dealings with both media and government”. The grounds for the report’s findings also include the absence of vested interests attempting to hijack the programme, management and structure that ensure evaluation of effectiveness, and cost-effectiveness of activities. It also highlights credibility of messages delivered to the public, use of research to inform best practice in prevention and treatment, informationsharing and collaboration among service providers, good relations with the media and peer review and evaluation. However, the report also cautions that there is a potential weakness in relation to addressing issues of internet and social media gambling. Dr Vincent Maphai, NRGP chairman, said that potential problems that could result from internet or social media gambling in South Africa were being researched and that the NRGP would formulate strategies for education and treatment in the near future. “While we have known anecdotally that the NRGP is highly regarded internationally for its approach to problem gambling in South Africa, we didn’t know definitively until now the degree to which the programme’s integration of public awareness, research and treatment was regarded internationally. The results of this study are a tribute to all who have worked with the NRGP since inception,” he said.
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SANParks celebrate milestone ON 13 September 1963 the Golden Gate Highlands National Park (GGHNP) was officially proclaimed by the government as a national park and 2013 marks 50 years since that proclamation. The park was named the Golden Gate Highlands National Park after the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the park’s sandstone cliffs, especially the imposing Brandwag buttress, keeping vigil over the main rest camp. It is situated close to Clarens in the Free State. Since its proclamation the GGHNP has seen many phenomenal changes making the park what it is today. The park boasts amongst others
a Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets, Glen Reenen, the Basotho Cultural Village and the magnificent Highlands Mountain Retreat which is situated 2 200 m above sea-level. To celebrate this milestone, SANParks is offering a whopping 50% discount to all its customers on all new accommodation bookings in GGHNP. The special, which runs from 1 July to 30 September 2013, is an opportunity not to be missed as it offers tourists an opportunity to spend time in what is known as the jewel of the Free State at an incredible low price. The following terms and conditions apply:
) 50% discount on all accommodation and camping at the Basotho Cultural Village, Glen Reenen, Golden Gate Hotel and Chalets and Highlands Mountain Retreat. ) New reservations only. ) Public only (not travel trade). ) Available through all public channels (web, reservation offices and at reception desks in Golden Gate). ) Period of stay: Monday, 1 July, to Monday, 30 September. ) Period for bookings to be made: Monday, 1 July, to Monday, 30 September.
) Excludes 9 and 10 August (Women’s Day long weekend) and 20 to 23 September (Heritage Day long weekend). ) No discounts on conservation fees, wild card purchases, activities or meals excluded from accommodation rates. ) 1% Community levy will apply on discounted reservation cost. ) Subject to standard deposit, modification and cancellation policies applicable to the booking channel used. Call central reservations on 012-428-9111 or Golden Gate on 058-255-1000.
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Express + coffee = excellent } Jabulani Dlamini
EVERY Wednesday our loyal readers pick up the Express newspaper at our offices. To celebrate the 22nd birthday of Express last Wednesday, we decided to give back to our loyal clients and readers. To battle the early morning chill and accompany their favourite read, we served hot coffee, over 370 cups, to make their morning commute and newspaper experience even better.
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Suspension of pregnant learners unlawful
More Malema prominence
} FEZILE SONKWANE, YCLSA Free State spokesperson:
HOW ironic to see that a man who has so little to say, given so much media prominence to propagate his divisive policies. Malema has consistently represented the worst traits in African politics and that is gaining power by pitting people against each other and making extravagant promises of taking from one group
THE YCLSA Free State also welcomes the ruling made by the Constitutional Court to nullify the decision made by the School Governing Bodies (SGB) of the Welkom High and Harmony High School to suspend and deprive pregnant learners from studying. We have been adamant since 2009 when we had a meeting with the MEC for Education in the Free State, Tate Makgoe, warning him about the horrible effect of such decisions by the SGB.
We call on all learners to mobilise themselves and reject such decisions hence they have been proven to be unlawful. All children, irrespective of their gender, race, health status or creed have a right to education.
Resignation welcomed } JACKSON MTHEMBU, ANC national spokesperson: THE ANC welcomes the resignation of the Commissioner of the South African Revenue Services (Sars) Oupa Magashule announced. As an organisation, we respect his decision to relinquish his post in the face of controversy and place the people of South Africa and the reputation and integrity of Sars and government broadly
ahead of his own deployment interests. The ANC further commends the decisive action that had been taken by the minister of Finance, Pravin Gordhan, to conduct an investigation when allegations of impropriety and misconduct were first levelled against the commissioner. Such action was a clear demonstration of our commitment to rid our country of the scourge of corruption and spare no effort to ensure our people’s confidence is maintained in Sars and the government.
} REV THEUNIS BOTHA, Christian Democratic Party leader:
and giving to another. The problem is that which is taken is always utilised to enrich only the leader and his cronies. Point in fact being Mugabe and many other African leaders. It is time that the country desists from giving prominence to those who put forward policies that will only lead to economic disaster and not economic freedom as promised.
Benny Malakoane’s removal urgent } FEZILE SONKWANE, Free State YCL spokesperson: AS the Young Communist League (YCLSA) Free State, we are committed to promoting and advocating for good governance especially in government institutions and public offices. The recent arrest of the MEC for Health in the Free State for allegations of fraud and corruption he allegedly committed during his previous occupation as a municipal manager of the Matjhabeng Local Municipality has propelled us as the YCLSA Free State to call for the immediate removal of MEC Benny Malakoane hence such allegations have the possibility
of tarnishing the image of the ANC. In our view MEC Benny Malakoane’s removal is rather urgent. The YCLSA Free State insists and demands that the ANC deploy credible and reputable cadres to represent the ANC wherever the ANC is in charge. It is our belief that any person alleged to have committed any form of corruption while serving in a public office on behalf of the ANC must be immediately released and has their day in court. We do, however, also believe that such persons are innocent until proven otherwise by a court of law.
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EXPRESS’S Spontaan finalist, Riette van der Watt (left), poses with Charlize Berg, Spontaan finals master of ceremonies at the Vryfestival’s Blêrkas on Saturday. Photo: Jens Friis
Winners of Spontaan competition CHRISTIAAN VAN ZYL (middle), a Vrystaat and Maluti finalist, walked away with the crown of the 2013 Spontaan winner after beating off tough competition from seven other finalists. The competition, which is presented by Volksblad’s local newspapers across South Africa’s central region, also saw Vista finalist Eben von Gericke (left) and Bloemnuus finalist Chris Pretorius (right) achieve third and second place respectively. Photo: Marguerite Vermeulen
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Athlete on her way to the top } Jabulani Dlamini ALTHOUGH she is already a star in her own right, the talented Blandina Makatisi of Trompsburg in the southern Free State is set to make even bigger waves on the South African athletics scene. The 18-year-old learner of the Trompsburg Secondary School in Trompsburg has already participated in the Africa Games in Maputo in 2011. This middle-child is the current junior champion in both the 3 000 m and 5 000 m and also broke the Free State 5 000 m record. In April Blandina participated at the ASA
Youth, Junior and u.23 Championships in Pretoria where she received gold in the 3 000 m for junior women. Then she went to the ASA Senior Championships in Stellenbosch where she came fourth overall in the 5 000 m and first in the junior category. She is currently ranked first on the ASA 2013 junior ranking list in the 3 000 m and the 5 000 m. Blandina was the only middle- to long-distance athlete from the Free State who had been invited by Elana Meyer to the Endurocad training and assessment camp in Stellenbosch at the beginning of last month.
This focused athlete has also been chosen for the ASA Junior African Championships later this year. “My vision for next year is to participate in the World Junior Championships and the Common Wealth Games and I am hoping for more support and sponsors from the Free State to help me achieve my dreams,” she said. Blandina, who says the only way to get to the top is through hard work and sacrifice, was also the Express Supersport Let’s Play Sports Star of the Month for May. “My ultimate dream is to participate in the 2016 Olympics,” she told Express.
BLANDINA MAKATISI
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MEET THE INSTRUCTORS: Annerien Erasmus, Natascha Rossouw, Inge Raubenheimer and Hele Oosthuizen. Photo: Supplied
Zumba for good cause } Sidwell Guduka
ZUMBA LOVERS are set to sweat for a good cause next weekend. Organised by the Vertical Energy Fitness Studio, a zumbathon will be held to raise money for the SPCA. The event will take place on 26 and 27 July at the Mimosa Mall in Bloemfontein. Zumba is a workout programme that mixes Latin dance and aerobics. “The beauty of the zumba fitness programme is that anyone can do it. You do not have to know how to dance at all. “Zumba is for any age, young, old or in between. Both men and women can enjoy the workout,” Annerien Erasmus, one of the instructors and Miss Free State 2013, told Express. She said they hosted their inaugural event at the same venue last year and it was a great success – thanks to sponsors that came to the party. “We raised a total of R14 300 for the SPCA which was used to pay the SPCA’s vet account, buy two bakkie loads of dog food and sponsor two kennels. “This year we want to double the amount raised. With the help of previous sponsors and adding new sponsors this dream can become a reality.” Anyone interested in taking part in the event will be charged R100 (adults) and R50 (kids). Registration can be done at www.verticalenergy.co.za or at the Mimosa Mall kiosk from 07:00. “Unfortunately, we only accept cash payments. “Participants can do the whole three hours, or do relay with team members. Each participant will receive a registration form, wristband and goodie bag,” Erasmus said.
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THE coming together of the peoples of the world in unity is the most important need of humanity today. Achievement of unity on earth requires changes in our behaviour, by overcoming any feelings of racism or prejudice that we may, consciously or unconsciously, still have and by accepting the oneness of humanity. In unity, a unity that welcomes and honours the diversity of our backgrounds, problems of humanity can be solved. Bahá’u’lláh says: “The well-being of mankind, its peace and security, are unattainable unless and until its unity is firmly established. “So powerful is the light of unity, that it can illuminate the whole earth.” The unity of humanity, as Bahá’ís view it, is a unity in diversity rather than uniformity. It is not by suppression of differences that one will arrive at unity, but rather, by an increased awareness of and respect for the values of each culture, and indeed of each individual. It is the variety of colour and culture that makes the world a more beautiful place to live in. According to the Baha’i Writings: “The diversity in the human family should be the cause of love and harmony, as it is in music where many different notes blend together in the making of a perfect chord”. The following quotations from the Bahá’í Writings further illustrate this: “Consider the flowers of a garden: though differing in kind, colour, form and shape, yet, inasmuch as they are refreshed by the waters of one spring, revived by the breath of one wind, invigorated by the rays of one sun, this diversity increaseth their charm, and addeth unto their beauty. “Thus when that unifying force, the penetrating influence of the Word of God, taketh effect, the difference of customs, manners, habits, ideas, opinions and dispositions embellisheth the world of humanity.” In order to promote unity and mutual understanding among the various segments of the human family we need to confront and eliminate all forms of prejudice be it religious, racial, patriotic, tribal and so on. In the Bahá’í view the recognition of the fundamental oneness of the human race is the key to overcoming our prejudices. At the same time we should value the cultural characteristics of various groups in society. While pride in one’s culture can be a healthy emotion acting as a motivation to achieve one’s full potential and to reach out to others, if taken to extremes such over-attachment to one’s group can lead to mistrust and enmity towards other groups. Uncontrolled pride in one’s heritage becomes in that case an excuse for prejudice and hatred towards those who do not share the same culture, ethnic background, language or religion. The principle of the oneness of humanity does not imply that we should abandon legitimate loyalties, suppress cultural diversity or abolish national autonomy. These are all essential if the evils of excessive centralisation are to be avoided. Oneness of humanity, in the Bahá’í view, implies having a wider loyalty, a higher aspiration. It implies subordination of national and regional impulses and interests to the imperative claims of a unified world. For feedback please send an email to mangaung@bahailsa.org.za or call 082-773-8301.
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Westdene: R680 000. 2 bedr, 2 bathr, lounge, dining, kitchen. Navalsig: R750 000 3 bedr, 2 bathr, open-plan kitchen, lounge, dining. Separate flat: 1 bedr, kitchen, bathr. Income ± R2 300. Call Sam 073 897 3496.
Navalsig: R380 000. Investor's dream. This 3bedr is very spacious and close to all amenities. Has easy access to all main routes. Schalk 082 412 4175 Rawson. Willows: 2 bedr. R420 000 3 bedr. R430 000 Contact Sam 073 897 3496.
Student rooms in Parfitt Avenue:
From R1 000 per person.
Savannah Lodge:
1-bedroom: R3 080 per month.
Village Square:
1-bedroom. R3 080 p.m.
Village Square:
Bachelor. R1 980 per month. Abrizanne: Room available - from R750 per person p.m. Eureka: 2-bedroom - from R750 per person p.m. Grasland: 2-bedroom. R4 400 per month.
Verno, Fauna:
2 bedr. R4 300 per month.
Constantia Park: Langenhovenpark. 2 bedrooms. R5 000 per month.
Oak Valley, Fleurdal: 2 bedr. R4 900 per month.
Contact 082 413 0583/ 072 449 3006. Jagertech Building, Victoria Road. As from 22 July 2013. Omni Estates
BUS DRIVERS Interstate Bus Lines is currently recruiting bus drivers. All interested individuals who comply to the following requirements are invited to submit their CVs. JOB REQUIREMENTS ............................. A minimum qualification of Grade 8 (Preferably Grade 10) ......Minimum of 2 years' bus driving/heavy vehicle driving experience ................. Able to work shifts .......Valid Code EC/EC1 0,4 / C license (C1 licences will not be accepted) ..................Valid Professional drivers permit (PrDP) .......................Must have good interpersonal relations ................... Must have a good working history ..............................Good health CLOSING DATE: Friday,
2 August 2013 AT 15:00. Please submit a complete CV with all the relevant documents attached (e.g. licence, ID, certificates, etc.) CVs can be delivered at: CENTRAL PARK DEPOT OR AT HEAD OFFICE, 246 CHURCH STREET, BLOEMFONTEIN. CVs can be faxed/emailed to: Jacorien Muller 086 293 9435 or emailed to: jacorien@interstate.co.z a. Clearly indicate the title of the position applied for!
Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to Psychomotoric testing. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Credential checks will be conducted.
ENTREPRENEURS! Sell Minigeza/hot water. SMS postal details to: 083 954 1910. Lindsay@intekom.co.za.
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Cost and Management Accounting 23 Jul Income Tax Returns 25 Jul Business Law and Accounting Control 24 Jul
MARY-ANN CLINIC SAME TIME ABORTION 100% Quick, safe, clean and pain free and counselling and family planning. Confidential service. Open Mon – Sun. FROM R300 Contact: Dr Leon 082 757 5370 Dr Dineo 073 621 6397 Bloemfontein and Qwa Qwa
Short programmes: Certified IT Technician (A+) 24 Jul Certified Network Technician (N+) 25 Jul ICDL Start and Core (7 Modules) 31 Jul Office Computing Proficiency 29 Aug Pastel Accounting Partner V12 29 Aug Marina / Enrico at 051 447 5412 74 West Burger Street Study@QualitasWorld.co.za
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Blomanda, Phase 2: R435 000. 3-bedr house for young couple. Jan 083 306 0288. Rawson. Blomanda: R500 000. 3-bedr with bic, open-plan lounge/dining, separate toilet and bathr, kitchen, lockable carport. Molefi 083 359 4831.
Ehrlich Park: R410 000. 2 bedr, 1 bathr, lounge, kitchen, 2 carports, fenced, pre-paid electricity. Call Sam 073 897 3496.
R1000 - R35 000 4 garnisheed or blacklisted. Welcome. No ITC checks. Same-day payouts
Call or SMS to 072 448 8468 Let's fix it! Cash and consolidation loans: R500 - R180 000. Garnisheed clients also welcome. Call Isaac: 082 695 7579.
3-bedroom house, kitchen, dining-room, two bathrooms. On a big of erf. Close to all amenities, e.g. Checkers Hyper, garage, CRC. The Property is situated in Fauna. A bargain at R820 000. Call 082 050 9224.
Need a car? On ITC? No problem! Call Gregory 073 842 8619.
Vista Park: R880 000. 3 bedr, 2 bathr, open plan, kitchen, lounge, garage, 1 carport. Noordhoek: R899 000 3 bedr, kitchen, bathr, lounge. Cottage: 1 bedr, kitchen, bathr, lounge, carport for 3 cars. Lourier Park: R490 000 3 bedr, 1 bathr, 1 toilet, kitchen, lounge, big yard. fenced. ONO. Call Sam 073 897 3496.
Na o na le mathata a dikoloto? Letsetsa Betty 072 822 1029. O kgathetse ke dikoloto? Letsetsa Alice 083 763 9109.
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Requirements: Senior
Certificate or equivalent qualification. Computer literacy and at least 2 years of experience in security administration will be an advantage. (Certified certificates as proof). Duties: The normal admin work as it will be outlined in the company. Closing
date: 25/07/2013 at 12:00. Submit applications (CV) at 119 St. Andrew's Street, President Building, Room 510A, Bloemfontein.
Brand-new development. New houses. 2-bedroom from R350 000. 3bedroom from R415 000 costs incl. Call now, not to miss this: 073 080 2454.
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Mandela View: Phase 1. R190 000. Vacant site. Build your dream house. Call 082 050 9224.
Townhouse: R520 000. Two-bedroom in Willows. Very spacious rooms. Call 082 050 9224.
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Fantastic beauty products for women. Earn great commission. SMS name
and address to 083 805 1342.
Sales Promotor:
Marketing company in Bloemfontein urgently seeks Sales Promotors to work with their clients Vodacom and FW1. Training provided.
Requirements:
Candidates need to be available immediately. Have good communication skills. Advantage: Internal/ external sales and leading events experience.
Info: visit www.perdm.co.za or contact office for bookings: 0791 295 995 / 083 876 8505.
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All of us at Harmony Gold are united by our values, ensuring that we measure, we measure up and we deliver.
Sales Representatives Requirements: * Sales Skills * Own Cellphone * Good Communication Skills * Self Motivated * Well Presentable * We will provide full training Salary: Stricktly Commission Based.
Fax CV to : 086 721 6640 Sales Team Leader Requirements: * Sales Skills
* Own Cellphone * Good Communication Skills * Self Motivated * Well Presentable * We will provide full training. Salary: Basic plus bonus
Fax CV to : 086 721 6640
Title: Analytical Chemist Grade II
Operation: Assay Laboratory, Welkom (Free State)
Minimum requirements: • National Diploma/Degree: Analytical Chemistry • Basic Statistics skills • Computer literacy • 2-5 years’ Assay Laboratory experience • The ability to work under pressure • Self-motivated • The ability to work in a team
Role and responsibilities: Fire Assay, application and knowledge of atomic absorption, parting, weighing, bullion, water, carbon, SAPS samples, leaching techniques, XRF, accreditation and quality control Contact person: Teboho Mohatlane Designation: HR Practitioner Fax: 086 527 5043 E-mail: teboho.mohatlane@harmony.co.za Closing date: 23 July 2013
If you have not received any correspondence within 21 days after the closing date, regard your application as having been unsuccessful
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121 APPLICATION TO THE COMMISSIONER OF CIPC Please take notice that Tshireletso Gosiame intends to make application to the Commissioner of CIPC for the restoration of Segomo Trading (2008/117583/23). Please take further notice that any objection to the application must be lodged with the Commissioner of CIPC within 30 days of the date of publication hereof. CIPC, PO Box 429, Pretoria 0001.
121 APPLICATION TO THE COMMISSIONER OF CIPC Please take notice that Thabiso Johannes Naile intends to make application to the Commissioner of CIPC for the restoration of Bolokehang Transport (2009/006286/23). Please take further notice that any objection to the application must be lodged with the Commissioner of CIPC within 30 days of the date of the publication thereof. CIPC, PO Box 429 Pretoria 0001
121 APPLICATION TO THE COMMISSIONER OF CIPC Please take notice that Lebohang Antonio Motaung intends to make application to the Commissioner of CIPC for the restoration of Twins Youth Initiative Trading 2006/010051/23. Take further notice that any objection to the application must be lodged with the Commissioner of CIPC within 21 days of the date of the publication thereof. CIPC PO Box 429 Pretoria 0001
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Care, truth, dignity, passion and participation: The foundations on which Netcare is built As a significant player in the private healthcare sector in South Africa, we are well placed to offer the best-quality care to patients and the best working environment for employees.
Netcare Pelonomi Private Hospital
Debtors Clerk
Key performance areas: • Full Hospital and Pharmacy debtors function for both Pelonomi and Universitas Hospitals. Key qualification and experience requirements: • A Grade 12 or equivalent qualification • Financial and computer literacy. NETCARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The Company’s approved Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered part of the recruitment process. Netcare actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities. Netcare has been certified as the best employer in the South African Healthcare category. Should our vision of excellence resonate with you and you meet the above criteria, please forward your CV to Heloise.vanNiekerk@netcare.co.za or fax: (051) 432-6520 by no later than 24 July 2013. To find out more about Netcare, please visit
Koffiefontein Mine JV is located 100km from Kimberley and 136km from Bloemfontein, Free State.
Senior Surveyor The incumbent will be required to provide efficient and effective underground and surface survey, monitoring, control and information. Tasks and responsibilities: • Provide designs and layouts for surface and underground • Conduct dump and pit surveys • Install pegs on surface and underground • Update all statutory plans • Ensure personal and co-workers’ adherence to and compliance with security and the company’s SHE objectives • Work according to the Mine’s Code of Practice, and report any observations of this not being done. Minimum requirements: • Grade 12 • Advanced Mine Surveying Certificate of Competency • 5 years’ experience after obtaining the Advanced Survey Certificate of Competency • Valid Code 08 driver’s licence • Good computer skills – knowledge of the following will be an advantage: MicroStation, SURPAC, Lynx Survey Office and Excel. Other skills/competencies: • Good communication skills (written and verbal) in English and Afrikaans • Be independent, a proactive thinker and have the ability to do own job planning. (Ref. KOFF021) Koffiefontein Mine JV is an equal opportunity employer and reserves the right to appoint. Preference will be given to EE applicants. Pre-screening, profile testing, on-mine assessments, medical and security clearances form part of the minimum requirement and selection process. Short-listed candidates will be required to attend a panel interview. Employment of the successful candidate is subject to passing on-mine induction and the aforementioned criteria. Please complete an application form (available on http://www.petradiamonds.com/ careers/current-vacancies) and forward, together with your résumé, qualifications and ID, to E2-Recruitment@petradiamonds.com or fax: 086 692 2442 on or before 26 July 2013. Please note that incomplete application forms and documentation will not be considered. If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful. http://www.petradiamonds.com/careers/current-vacancies
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SHAKING HANDS: Tyrone Mondi of the Brebner High School with David Bailey, international soccer school manager of Bolton Wanderers.
Coach gives players advice } Sidwell Guduka
DAVID BAILEY, the international soccer school manager of English Premiership-side Bolton Wanderers, was in town recently. The knowledgeable coach was in Bloemfontein to look for players and to try and help develop young footballers in the Free State. “When recruiting players the first thing we look for in a player is attitude. Attitude is a little thing that makes a difference in a player. We say to the players everywhere we go in the world that they must have mobility and good attitude. One thing I have found in Africa is that the players I have come across have a very good attitude,” Bailey told Express. “The other thing we look for in a player is that he must have good pace, change of direction, have endurance, strength – all the characteristics that football needs. And predominantly, we look for
what the player does off the ball. Technically we find the players are good on the ball, tactically not bad at all. We also look for ambition in a player, amongst other things. The player must have passion and desire to succeed,” he explained. His advice to
South African players who want to pursue their football careers abroad is: “The advice I give to every player is you have to work very hard, discipline yourself and make some terrific sacrifices involving friends and family. The most important thing I can say to a player is to get an
education.” Tyrone Mondi (16) was one of 40 players whom Bailey took through their paces at HTS Louis Botha. “I learnt a lot of good things from Dave – your attitude, how you should conduct yourself on and off the field, the way you should eat, train and how important it is to
respect your coaches,” Mondi said. Earlier this year, Mondi and two other Free State boys were flown to England to spend a week at Bolton Wanderers in England, thanks to a partnership between Simsport International, Free State Tourism and Wanderers.
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CHEERFUL: The Toyota Cheetahs cheerleaders.
Photo: Sidwell Guduka
Cheerleaders can warm up } Sidwell Guduka TOYOTA, the title sponsor of the Toyota Cheetahs, is searching for a new group of cheerleaders for the Free State franchise. According to Kerry Roodt, general manager: Marketing Communications of Toyota, wanna-be cheerleaders for the club don’t need to be professional models or dancers to enter. All they need to have is a passion for the Cheetahs and to pitch up for auditions at the Loch Logan Waterfront in Bloemfontein on Friday. After entrenching themselves as the Cheetahs’ number-one partner on and off the field, Toyota has now decided to give fans an opportunity to be part of the product they see on the field - and the Cheetah cheerleader search is their first step. “As a proud sponsor of the Toyota Cheetahs we thought it is appropriate to find a way to bring fans closer to the team and what can be closer than being part of the cheerleading team? This way
fans can show their passion for the team and be a proud part of the product that is Toyota Cheetahs rugby at the same time,” Roodt told Express. “Girls can simply pitch up, sign up and showcase their moves in front of the judges. With a simple one-minute routine, they can become part of the Cheetahs journey to success with the top 20 being chosen to compete in the final on 20 July,” she said. “Very important is that participants need to be 18 years and older. The auditions will run from 10:00 until 16:00,” she added. And that’s not all – the true Cheetahs supporters will get to vote for the finalists with the top ten not only receiving hampers from Toyota, but also becoming a part of the cheerleading squad that will dance at all Cheetahs home Currie Cup matches this year. Meanwhile, the Cheetahs will travel to the Canberra Stadium in Australia to battle it out against the Brumbies in a Superrugby game on Saturday at 08:10.
‘Girls can simply pitch up, sign up and showcase their moves in front of the judg es.’ – Kerry Roodt, general man ager: Marketing Communi cations of Toyota