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Show their support for A Unit for my Patient } Boipelo Mere THE new A Unit for my Patient project was launched at the Kimberley Hospital Complex (KH) whereby healthcare workers were encouraged to roll up their sleeves and become committed blood donors. The project, which is expected to be rolled out across the country, is an initiative by the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) in collaboration with the KH to ensure that there will be adequate blood available when needed by patients. Doctors, nurses, student nurses, cleaners, pharmacists and visitors of first-time and regular donors heeded the call and donated blood in a race to reach the 100-units target that was the aim on the day. Double red cell collections from donors who meet the criteria for this apheresis procedure will also take place at this event. According to Irene van Schalkwyk, SANBS marketing consultant, clinics and hospitals have been unsuccessful in encouraging staff members to donate in the past years. Thus they will also be extending the campaign to other hospitals in the Northern Cape as it has already been launched in other provinces like the Free State. Explaining the procedures for red cell donors Van Schalkwyk said: “Group O and B donors; age over 18 years; weight of more than 70 kg; height over 165 cm and a haemoglobin (Hb) level of 14.5g/dl and above. Donors who donate double red cells will be able to donate once every 112 days as opposed to 56 days for normal donations.”
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Dr Lizanne Koning, the clinical manager at the KH, also donated blood to signify her appreciation for the initiative. She revealed that she was a regular donor and hoped Kimberley would donate close to or more than the 143 units that had been collected in Port Elizabeth. In the SANBS stall that were put up in the KH yard, donors went through all the processes of filling out questionnaires and rapid blood-group tests before doing the whole blood donation. Magda Tesner, the public relations practitioner in Kimberley, reminded everyone that one donor could save the lives of three people. Manne van Rooi was a proud first-time donor. He said he had realised how many people lost their lives due to blood shortages. He was happy that the hospital had taken the initiative of informing the staff members like him about procedures. “From today on I’ll be a regular donor and will also be able to encourage my son to become a regular donor and create awareness amongst our communities. I’ll definitely come back to donate after 56 days, which is in June,” said Van Rooi proudly. Sophia Alexander, who donated blood for the 16th time after ten years, said the only reason why she had not been donating blood was because her Hb had dropped. “But now I am back on the list for good as I know the importance of giving my unit,” the 47-year-old said and smiled. Boipelo Gopane, also a staff member at the KH, was motivated and tried to donate, but due to high blood pressure she was requested to first produce a supporting letter from her doctor.
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YCLSA visited the Dikgatlong High School where they handed over 80 pairs of shoes, 200 packs of sanitary towels and 100 hygiene packs to the needy children. Photo: Supplied
YCLSA helps the needy, elderly THE Young Communist League of South Africa (YCLSA) in the Northern Cape opposes any form of parole for Clive Derby-Lewis, who was convicted and sentenced to life imprisonment for conspiring in Chris Hani’s death in 1993. Derby-Lewis was arrested along with Janusz Walus for the assassination of Hani. “Parole should not be considered until they tell the nation who collaborated with them in the assassination of Comrade Hani. In fact the keys of their prison cell must be thrown
away and they should be left to rot in jail if they don’t want to tell the truth about this horrendous act of crime,” said Buti Manamela during a memorial lecture in Delportshoop. He delivered the memorial lecture during the YCLSA in the Northern Cape’s successful programme where they commemorated the 20th anniversary of the death of the late general secretary of the SACP, Hani. Earlier in the day the members painted two houses in Delportshoop belonging to 101-year-old Ennie Nyanda who lives
with her younger brother and son who are both mentally ill, as well as Sanna (80), who lives with her epileptic nephew. Both families live in dilapidated and unmaintained RDP houses and use shacks for cooking. They aimed at raising awareness for the growing number of elderly people who were neglected on a daily basis without proper care and support. YCLSA preceded to hand over 80 pairs of shoes, 200 packs of sanitary towels and 100 hygiene packs to the needy children and young people at the Dikgatlong
High School and the surrounding two primary schools being the Delportshoop Intermediate School and Francis Mohapanele Primary School. The school is part of the Dinaledi Schools project with a dropping pass rate, and there is an increased number of drop-outs. The rationale for donating sanitary packs came after reports from the school that some learners had no option but to stay at home during their period. The girls were further reported to miss out on crucial learning programmes as in many instances they did not even report back to school. Manamela highlighted that Chris insisted that communism should not be theoretical debates. “The principles of communism must translate into basic services for all. “While the state has succeeded in providing roads, sanitation, houses, running water and electricity, much still needs to be achieved. “Many young people have no working experience. The longer the period between leaving school and being absorbed in the labour market, the greater the loss of skill and capacity to fit into modern industrial life and find a job in future,” Manamela added. He concluded by encouraging the youth to use the opportunity that they had been offered by completing their studies in order to better their lives.
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Mayor deceased THE Joe Morolong Local Municipality is sadly mourning the passing of its mayor, Kebuseditswe Esther Molete, who passed away on 17 April. Molete is reported to have passed away at the Kimberley Hospital after a short illness. She passed away serving as the mayor of the Joe Morolong Local Municipality and the chairperson of the Finance and Intergrated Development Plan. Her leadership and contribution towards the development and the community in a sustainable and democratic manner was also highlighted by the municipality. The Joe Morolong Local Municipality announced that her memorial service will be held today at the Mapoteng Village at 13:00. The funeral service, which is expected to be attended by masses of people, will be held at the Mapoteng Village on 27 April (Saturday) at 07:00.
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THE deceased mayor of the Joe Morolong Local Municipality, Kebuseditswe Esther Molete. Photo: Supplied
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Said and done } Dimakatso Lechwenyo
IN the end we count our goals and our shortcomings creep to scratch our backs in the end the leaders are seen and those with the willpower to get the work done take a breather Galeshewe is left the same in the eyes of those who know it all and do nothing In the end those with the achievements reflect with attention and those
without any wonder whether they ever had any. In the end the financial statements are drawn and audits are conducted to determine financial efficiency no audit is able to determine the socio-economic deficits of self-serving politicians mountains of paperwork fail to make up for reports of successful programmes and sustainable projects short-term employments makes no
noticeable difference in the mindset of my society Income distribution measures are put on the table BEE benefits the rich whilst the poor strive to reach the breadline Land distribution is settled in boardrooms and legislation houses my people fear to enter The good officials in government are generalized with the bad Time goes and generations change It becomes the responsibility of young political movements to breed leaders with a vision
leaders who are involved and leaders who acknowledge that this country is not a slot machine leaders who are economists, accountants, political educators and experts in different fields of expertise Its about time that Sunday political meetings are headed and chaired by objective souls and open-minded beings It is about time that my generation takes their place in parliament Amandla Awethu is no longer a song but rather an african philosophy Arise african child and claim your place
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Leading by example at hospital AFTER going through the wards of the hospital encouraging staff members to donate blood, Dr Lizanne Koning, the clinical manager at the Kimberley Hospital Complex, led by example and donated blood herself. This was during the A Unit 4 my Patient campaign held by the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) to encourage staff members to become regular donors. Being a regular donor, Koning hoped that the Kimberley Hospital would beat Port Elizabeth, which donated 143 units. Photo: Boipelo Mere
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Post Level Patterson B upper The successful candidate will be responsible for receiving and issuing goods into and from the store and processing transactions on the Stores System. Responsibilities: Receiving: • Ensure the accuracy, completeness and validity of all goods and materials received • Receive goods and materials accurately, including all types of goods processed through the stores e.g. Explosives, Fuel, Bulk deliveries etc. • Process Goods Returned for Credit and receipts on Stores system • Report receiving non-conformances • Stocktaking. Issuing: • Ensure the accuracy, completeness and validity of all goods and materials issued • Issue stores items accurately, including all types of goods processed through the stores e.g. Explosives, Fuel, Bulk deliveries etc. • Process issues on Stores system • Report non-conformances • Stocktaking. Material Handling: • Handle, stack and store materials safely and efficiently • If required obtain/be in possession of license/ certification in order to be able to operate the Forklift, Overhead Crane, LDV and HDV as required. HSECQ: • Comply with HSECQ, legislative and functional requirements • Report all HSECQ incidents • Comply with Fatal Risk Control Protocols and the requirements of the Disciplinary Code • Comply with the Emergency Preparedness and Response, as well as PPE requirements. Minimum requirements: • A Grade 12 Certificate. The following additional requirements will be considered an advantage: Certificate in Storemanship; Certificate in Stores Management • Training will be provided if required but successful candidates must be willing to study to obtain the above certificates if not yet in possession of these certificates • At least one year’s work experience in a warehouse environment with exposure to any warehousing systems software • Computer literacy in Microsoft Office. Accpac/Karabo would be an advantage • Safety awareness • High work standards to deliver quality • Ability to work in a team • Interpersonal and oral communication skills • Initiative and adaptability • Drive for results.
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Suitable candidates in possession of a Matric Certificate (Grade 12) with Higher Grade C symbol or higher in Mathematics and Physical Science may apply for the following trades: • Boilermaker/ Plater • Fitter • Electrical. The successful applicants will be required to sign the applicable training contract with the company and Mining Qualification Authority (MQA). Application requirements: • A detailed Curriculum Vitae • Certified copies of educational qualifications • Certified copy of identity document • Must pass the required medical screening • Must pass the required aptitude tests • N2 with relevant Trade Theory subject(s) will be an added advantage. Please note that the reference MUST be quoted on your application. Please note the following: • Successful candidates will be required to provide a valid medical certificate and may be required to undergo certain medical assessments • Psychometric and other assessments may be used as part of the selection process • Verification of all credentials may be done • Must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence.
How to apply: Interested applicants can forward an abridged CV to: recruitment@umk.co.za or fax: 086 236 1188. The onus is on you to ensure that the reference number is reflected on your application. Closing date: 10 May 2013. If you have not been contacted within 30 days after the closing date, kindly deem your application as unsuccessful. PREFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN TO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY CANDIDATES IN LINE WITH THE COMPANY’S EMPLOYMENT EQUITY PLAN. Only candidates who meet the stated requirements will be considered. APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTER THE CLOSING DATE WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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Mine honours its best students THE Kalahari Country Club was transformed into a magical Winter Wonderland for the prestigious awards ceremony where Sishen Mine honoured its best 2012 learners who graduated at different training centres. The graduates were from the following training centres: SIVOS, Tshipi Skills Training, Plant Functional Training and Mining Training. They were congratulated by the Sishen Mine’s manager of engineering, Ernest Stonestreet, for their dedication in completing their respective learnerships. “SIVOS trained 20% of the artisans in South Africa’s mining industry in 2012. “If we have the best equipment and the best training, we definitely also have the best people to be voted the best company to work for,” Stonestreet said. Stonestreet and Linelda Olivier, the MQA administrator at Sivos, presented certificates for all disciplines and further urged the learners to re-invest their money in further education to secure a better future. Arno van Sittert, the SIVOS learner of the year, expressed his gratitude towards the personnel of SIVOS and Sishen Mine for their hard work, patience and time invested in the learners to push them to be better. Van Sittert also won the Best Plater and Welder of the Year award.
SISHEN MINE congratulated its best 2012 learners who graduated at different training centres like SIVOS, Tshipi Skills Training, Plant Functional Training and Mining Training. Photo: Supplied
Minister disappoints
K.P. CHABAEMANG, Postmasburg: WITH refence to the article in Northern Cape Express on 17 April, I am very disturbed by the behaviour of the deputy minister Elizabeth Thabete. The way she addressed and treated the girls from Steinkopf was uncalled for, demeaning, and with contempt she has stripped the girls of their dignity and self confidence. The deputy minister must know that she also has kids who must be treated with respect. How can the girls be called to
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the stage and critised like that? I think the deputy minister should have encouraged the girls to do more instead.
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RINA ORAYNE and Debbie Heynes from Rooikoppies in Delportshoop describe themselves as the best of friends. “We have been there for each other in good times and in bad times for more than ten years,” they said. On this day the two friends took advantage of the nice weather to dress up and go for a walk. Photo: Boipelo Mere
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Chaos rules at Khoisan dialogue } Boipelo Mere THE Khoisan community travelled from all eight provinces of South Africa in buses to the Northern Cape to attend the first national Khoisan dialogue. The dialogue came as a result of government’s wish to make provisions for the recognition of the Khoisan communities, their leadership and structures. The indaba was a way forward to the reopening of lodging of land claims and the creation of exceptions to the 1913 Natives Land Acts for heritage sites, historic landmarks and opportunities for the descendants of the Khoi and San to claim as announced by Pres. Jacob Zuma in his 2013 State of the Nation Address. The Department of Rural Development and Land Reform has therefore called this dialogue to discuss the president’s announcement and explain a campaign to be undertaken for the reopening, namely a Citizens Manual for Land Claims and Oral History which will be collected from those who have lived through the catastrophic effects of the 1913 Natives Land Act. “The Khoisan is a unifying name for two ethnic groups of Southern Africa, who share physical and putative linguistic characteristics distinct from the Bantu majority. Culturally, the Khoisan are divided into the foraging San and the pastoral Khoi. The Khoisan people were the most brutalised by colonialists who tried to make them extinct, and undermined their language and identity,” read a government issued fact sheet. The two-day dialogue turned ugly the moment it started as each one of the attendees wanted to have a say on how things should unfold as opposed to the provided programme. The delegates felt that their leaders were disrespected as they were not part of the programme, and not classified as VIPs. They therefore made a demand that the Northern
Cape MEC of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development, Norman Shushu, acknowledge each one of their leaders individually. It gave the impression during the dialogue that the delegates did not have common knowledge of the subject of their demands as they each gave differing versions of their history. Also they were divided into what they call five royal houses (Nama, Cape Khoi, San, Korana and Griekwas). However, they could not explain how their hereditary line was formed. “We are all chiefs of all who live in our land. So, every time you see the so-called coloureds you should know that you are seeing the koning of the land. All the other people are nothing but colonisers,” said an irritated Koning Puik William, who said he came from Gauteng. Some of the delegates made outrageous demands such as demanding the whole of Sub-Saharan Africa, a R10 billion compensation, the whole of the Cape and parts of the Free State. Others even said the present government was illegal and that it had to make way for the rightful koning (king) of the Khoisan. Even after requesting a 30minute break which was extended to an hour’s break for the minister to caucus and elect three members amongst themselves who would represent them in the Reference Task Team, the delegates ended up fighting as to who would represent them well. The outcome of the two-day dialogue was the formation of the Reference Task Team consisting of 45 members. The government promised to ensure that the task team was ready with recommendations before 19 June. Gugile Nkwinti, the minister of Rural Development and Land Reform, summed up the two-day dialogue by saying that out of the miniwar that broke out there could emerge a hopeful picture of the true
GUGILE NKWINTI, minister of Rural Development and Land Reform, flanked by his deputy minister, Lechesa Tsenoli, and the Northern Cape MEC, Norman Shushu, during the national Khoisan dialogue media briefing. Photo: Boipelo Mere
KONING PUIK WILLIAM from Johannesburg. picture of the task ahead. “We are on the right track as this is a very important engagement. It is a step in the process of consultation where government expresses its views,” continued the minister. He, however, laughed off the concept that they had opened a can of worms, and said: “We cannot avoid the big questions raised by the dele-
New facilities for Sesheng
} Boipelo Mere THE new R6,5 million administrative block and hall at the Sesheng Intermediate School boasts a clerk’s office, principal’s office, deputy principal’s office, staff room, kitchen and ablution facilities. The school hall can accommodate 600 children and will be used for school functions and as an examination centre only. The building was officially launched by Kumba Iron Ore’s Sishen Mine with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and a tour of the facilities. According to Richard Okhaa, the principal, who thanked Kumba for investing in the school, it was difficult to manage the school’s admin-
istration properly before it had the new premises. “Previously all administration had to be done in the classrooms. Now we have space to keep the administration and classrooms separate, as well as a big enough facility to have staff meetings in and offices to see parents and guests,” he said. During her keynote address, Baipidi Dioka, the deputy director of Education in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District, expressed the department’s gratitude for investment in the school. “As the Department of Education we cannot bring about improvement and change alone. We need other stakeholders to come on board and assist where they can.” Mashilo Mokotong, the manager
of sustainable development at Sisheng, reminded the guests that Kumba does not only produce iron ore, but it is also a source of hope and opportunity, especially when it comes to schools and education. “Kumba invested over R300 million in community development in 2012, of which 25% went to education. I urge other businesses to also get on board and invest in education. We believe in investing in our children’s education and in leaving a lasting legacy for generations to come,” he concluded. Hannes Cronjé, Sishen Mine’s acting general manager, and Rina Botha, Sishen Mine’s small business hub manager, were also amongst the dignitaries who attended the launch.
BAIPIDI DIOKA, the deputy director of the Department of Education in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District, Richard Okhaa, principal of the Sesheng Intermediate School, Hannes Cronjé, acting general manager at the Sishen Mine, and Mashilo Mokotong, the sustainable manager at the Sishen Mine. Photo: Supplied
gates. We have to put the hard questions on the table and address it to make this process work. We chose to engage with the communities, or worms, we’ll manage.” Nkwinti explained that a dialogue was about finding solutions through everyone expressing themselves and sometimes to compromise.
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“There should be transparency in getting people involved with the purpose of indicating to them what was expected of them in order to claim,” added the minister calmly. The gathering was addressed by various people including researchers, Shushu and was chaired by the deputy minister of the same department, Lechesa Tsenoli.
ROSY NDLAMBE, the treasurer of the Makukhanye Centre, and Gert Titus, chairman, accepting the R10 000 cheque from John Block, the MEC for Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, HOD Sello Mokoko and Mamiki Mooki of the Northern Cape Provincial Treasury Department. Photo: Supplied
Indaba uplifts JOHN BLOCK, the MEC for Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, acknowledged employees who have served in the public service for a period of 20 to 30 years and awarded 41 certificates to staff members who completed their studies through departmental funding via the bursary scheme. This happened at the annual Staff Indaba held in Upington where about 297 Northern Cape Treasury officials gathered. The indaba, which was held for the seventh year, was addressed by Block and Sello Mokoko, the head of the department. The aim of the indaba was to allow the departmental staff an opportunity to air their views and to enhance service delivery. It was also to motivate, revive the morale and produce highly productive employees in order to achieve government’s priorities. This transformed approach is expected to promote transparen-
cy, consultation and engagement between top management and employees in bridging the gap for service delivery. It was also identified by the department as a platform for interaction where the MEC, HOD and treasury officials gathered to debate on critical issues that can affect the department in order to achieve the set objectives and mandate of the department. Block further donated R10 000 to the Makukhanye Day-care Centre in Upington as part of the Corporate Social Responsibility programme to better the lives of previously disadvantaged communities. “We are lending a helping hand,” Block said. “The idea behind this platform is to brainstorm, consult, interact, engage and together map the way to improve our working environment and to better the lives of the people of the Northern Cape and the country at large,” Mokoko added.
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Sanabo gives boxing more punch } Boipelo Mere THE South African National Boxing Organisation’s (Sanabo) coaches are positive that they will win the battle of increasing the number of level 3 coaches in the country. Thus the organisation plans to prepare and send more local boxers to the Olympic Games in 2016, as compared to two in London 2012. In an effort to achieve that, over the weekend Sana-bo
trained local coaches to qualify participants to run and organize regional coaching clinics, training camps and prepare regional teams for provincial and national tournaments. The national coaches course, which is a first of its kind, was held in Kimberley where coaches from six provinces – Northern Cape, NorthWest, Limpopo, Free State, KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern
ANDILE MOFU, the president of Sanabo and the only AIBA three-star international coaching instructor in South Africa, conducted the national coaches course in Kimberley. Sanabo, who funded the course, aims at having at least one level 3 coach in each province by 2020. The organisation identified the importance and thus will further train local referees and judges as a vision for development, to qualify as continental judges and referees. To see the group picture of the coaches who attended the course visit the Express website www.express-news.co.za. Photo: Boipelo Mere
Cape – attended. After completion of the course the coaches were awarded with a one-star level. The course was conducted by Andile Mofu, the president of Sanabo and the only AIBA three-star international coaching instructor in South Africa. Mofu has developed growth strategies for the Eastern Cape Amateur Boxing Organisation, serving as the general secretary for two Olympi-
ad terms. He is the founder member of the ECABO residential programme based in Port Elizabeth that has yielded excellent results for the organisation and has produced one Olympian for the 2012 Olympics. The coaches are now expected to conduct the same kind of training in their respective provinces and districts for a period of four years before they will be credited as level 2 coaches,
which is a national level. The coaches will then be required to serve at level 2 for another three years as an active coach whilst conducting training before they qualify to level 3, which is an international recognition. The course covered recommended, verified, methodical and rational ways of reaching training objectives. It also covered important aspects of coaching, such as the organisation of training proc-
ess, technique, tactics and physical preparation as it was impossible to cover
all boxing knowledge in one manual. Monitoring of the coaches will be done
by Sanabo at a national level through applications and certification.