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Tin rings cause a stir Money to be made – myth or the truth?
} Boipelo Mere PEOPLE travel from one town to another in search of a company collecting tin rings. They always come up with a different price for every 2 litre filled with the aluminium tin rings. The price ranges between R1 000 and R2 500 per bottle. Even though it is just hear-say, people keep on filling up these bottles. Even children are sometimes spotted at taverns after drinking sprees, picking up the tin rings because parents and teachers allegedly motivate them to do so. But the big question still remains: Where are these things sold? Some say at mining companies, some say in Bloemfontein, Kimberley and some point to Rustenburg. The truth is that no one has ever come with concrete proof that money can be made in this way. An unemployed woman in Kuruman even buy them from locals – as an investment. The proud woman is positive that she will make at least R10 000 from the eight 2-litre bottles in her possession. Her neighbour took the initiative twice to hitchhike from Kuruman to Kathu, then to Orkney, in search of the sellers, but returned empty-handed. “I came back disappointed and hungry from both trips because you never meet the relevant person. Everyone sent me from pillar to post, which resulted in me almost spending my return fare. If only someone can tell us where to go,” said the woman. Express Northern Cape also recently met a local resident in Potchefstroom who was on his way home after he had searched for buyers in Johannesburg and Rustenburg with no luck. “My neighbourhood decided to collect money and to send me to go and search for the place. I took my four 2-litres, full of hope that I would return with cash. “The sad part is that when you make an enquiry, no one can point you in the right direction. They pretend to know and send you on a wild goose chase. I finally gave up after another one had said he would be back and disappeared. “He was so convincing that I ended up buying food with some of my transport money.
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THE (in)famous can rings. I left my bottles with my cousin in Rustenburg because they were too heavy,” he said disappointed. Express Northern Cape also spotted a security guard at a local take-away quickly picking up a tin ring after a customer had left it. “This thing is money, my sister,” he responded when asked why he had taken it. He revealed that him and a friend each had three bottles.
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Another woman was encouraged by her 8year-old daughter after a teacher had told her not to throw away the rings because they were valuable. Express Northern Cape spoke to Colect a Can in Johannesburg, who revealed that they only recycle cans, but not the rings. A local scrapyard owner, Andy Anderson, said he could not understand how the rings could be more valuable than the can itself.
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“People come to me a lot with bottles filled with can rings. I do not buy them because I do not even know where they are sold. If there was a company that was recycling them, they would have advertised or informed us scrapyard owners,” concluded Anderson. ) Readers are invited to share their own experiences in this regard or to tell Express Northern Cape were these can rings can be sold. Go to Express’ website.
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Kapa Bokone e ka kgona
Rona Ma-Kapa Bokone, a re tla kgona go tlhola re nyenyefaletswa dilo tse di maswe le boinnye jwa dipalo ke diprofense tse dingwe. Gatwe re bobodu, re matagwa, ebile basha ba rona ga ba itlotle go lekane. Kana dilo tse ke di umakileng tseo gase sephiri mo go ope yo o balang mo. Hey! bathong go tlhabisa ditlhong tlheng. A o ya diwekshopong,… dikhonferenseng kgotsa gongwe le gongwe fela mo motho o kopanang le batho ba diprofense tse dingwe, o fitlhela re sa tsewe tsia, mo ebile re sa fitlhelele dikungo tse di profense tse dingwe di di fiwang. A re itsoseng, re ipaakanyeng ntlheng! Gompieno, ke dumela gore nka pakelwa ke ba bantsi, bogolo setonna batsadi, gore fa bana ba rona ba fetsa ka sekolo, ga ba ke ba oka oka go tswa ka profense ba ya go itirela botshelo jo bo botoka ko ntle. Ga se sephiri gore palo ya batho ba rona e kwa tlase, e leng seipato se se dirisiwang gore re age re nathetswe go gonnye go feta. Ke dumela fela gore unibesithi ya rona ya Kapa Bokone e ka kgona
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“Go thata kae gore mmasepala tsa rona di rekisetse batho ba ba kgonang go ikagela matlo ditsha.” Boipelo Mere
Boipelo Mere Express NC Editor go godisa ikonomi ya rona. Le tsone dimasepala tsa rona ditshwanetse go abela batho ditsha gore ba ikagele matlo a maratwa golejwa jaaka ko ditoropong tse dingwe eseng di RDP tse dimaspala di di tlotlomatsang, etswe di le dinnyane. Maikaelelo e tshwanetse go dira gore batho ba rona ba nne le bodulo mo gae,eseng go ipatlela ko ditoropong tse dingwe. Sekae ke se: Ngwana o a bonwa, oa gola, o fetsa sekolo, a bo a bona tiro, o nna le bana. A seo se raya gore o tshwanetse go ya go tlhoma mokhukhu mo lefelong le le sa letlelelwang pele a ka agelwa ntlo ya RDP. Go thata kae gore mmasepala tsa rona di rekisetse batho ba ba kgonang go ikagela matlo ditsha. Ke sone se se dirang
gore gompieno go be go nale barutabana, kgotsa badiredipuso ba ba nnang ko Lerato Park. Ga gona menyetla e ba e fiwang. Seo se raya gore morutabana oo ga a kitla a fiwa ntlo ya RDP, gonne ke ya ba dikobo-dikhutswane, ebile ga a kgone go ithekela ntlo ka gonne matlo a tura. Seo se mo tlogela kae? Teng ko Lerato Park, kgotsa go boela morago ko gae, ko a se kitlang a bona tswelelopele. Ga ke bue maswe bathong, gae ke gae, fela go boela teng ke go ipusetsa ko morago. Ke kantlha eo beke le beke ko matlalo(municipal offices) go sekelwang matlo a batsadi ke bana. Gatwe batho ba tlile go fudugela ko matlong a maswa gore go fedisiwe mekhukhu, ba ba sa kgoneng jaaka
These ‘police’ will rob you } Boipelo Mere
KUNSKLASSE: Olieverf en akrielverf. Lapverf. Houtsneewerk. Tel. 053 833 1338 of 082 491 2466.
THE Kimberley Police are looking for two suspects who are reported to have been involved in a robbery incident in Kimberley. These men impersonate the police and rob people of their money.
They normally hang around the banks in town, and they will pretend that they’ve picked up some of your money. They will call you and tell you they are police officers. Members of the public are requested to be on the
lookout for these suspects and be vigilant not to fall prey to their deceitful tricks. Information of their whereabouts can be forwarded to Sgt Elricco McAnda of the Kimberley Police Station on 084-9100585, 10111 or 053-838-4212.
badiredipuso bone ba tshwanetse go ya kae? Ke dumela gore ga gona motho yo e tla reng a utlwa gotwe mmasepala o rekisa ditsha tsa matlo a bo a sa iteke. Diprofense tse dinwe di a gola, batho ba ikagela matlo a mantle, goa pala mogo rona. Bogolo o tla fitlela ditsha di rekisediwa borrakgwebo go aga mafelo a go hirisa. “Ao, a o tswa Northern Cape, bo kae bojalwa daar!” ga bua motho mongwe o ke kopaneng le ene ko Gauteng maloba. Le gale ga a mmakatse ka gonne e ne ese ga ntlha ke utlwa motho a re re rata bojalwa mo gae. Fa ke nagana gore garena le fa ele bruwery e le nngwe ke ipotsa gore re botsaya kae.
Banna ba diprofense tse dinwe ba ikana gore ga gona gore ba ka eta mo, ba bo ba boa basa ithekela ngwanyana ka bojalwa. Go bua nnete fela, ke ntse ke tsamaya kelekanya maemo, le ko diprofense tse dingwe bojalwa bo a nowa, ga go tshamekiwe. Fela batho ba teng ba a ithata. Ga ba bo nwe phatlalatsa, le gore ba ipone ba tipetse mo thoko ga mebila, kgotsa a thulametse mo tafoleng, ka biri mo letsogong ele ka ntlha ya go itshiela thata. ) E ke tema ya kholomo ya ntlha e e tlhagisitsweng ka Setswana mo Express Northern Cape. Go santse go nale tse dintsi tse di latelang, go akaretsa le ditori.
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Donation welcomed
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RETLAMELENG SCHOOL LEARNERS were humbled by the appreciation that the learners of the Vuyolwethu Secondary School expressed to them during the handing over of their donation of R3 020 for Casual Day during their school assembly. Vuyolwethu learners took the initiative to sell Casual Day stickers in a quest to raise funds to donate to kids with special needs. The Vuyolwethu learners managed to sell 302 stickers at R10 each. Some of the learners from the special needs school were present at the special assembly to accept their donation. Of the learners who were present, four were totally deaf and one had a hearing problem. Present with them was Keitumetse Taku, a gr. 4 teacher at Retlameleng, who was interpreting to them using sign language. Segami Molusi, HOD and teacher at Vuyolwethu, did the handing over of the donation to Taku, causing the assembled learners to roar with excitement at the achievement they made of putting a smile on the faces of the needy learners. Molusi mentions that her learners were not keen at first in this project, but after seeing some of the kids of the Retlame-
leng School, their hearts softened. That’s when they became involved in raising the funds. “Now you see that not all of us are privileged with fullyfunctioning abilities. “Therefore we should realise that disability is a reality and it can happen to anyone of us,” said Molusi to the learners. “We are blessed to be able to talk, to see, and to walk while some of us are not that fortunate.” She added that she hoped to multiply the amount they had made by five for the following year. Nozuko Vika (15), a gr. 10 learner of Vuyolwethu, sold the most stickers. She sold 20 stickers and raised R200 towards the project. “I sold the stickers mostly to my family and to my friends around my neighbourhood,” said Vika with a warm smile. Taku says that the donation will contribute in purchasing medication. It will also help to arrange the annual Christmas party for the special learners. The National Casual Day Association for the Physically Disabled will also be getting a portion of the donation. It will assist them to buy crutches, wheelchairs, brails and also hearing aids for the children in the special needs school.
THE Retlameleng School learners were humbled by Vuyolwethu’s donation. Here are Nontobeko Flatella (teacher), Segametsi Molusi, Thuto Nganzi, Keitumetse Tlhako and learners of Retlameleng who are the beneficiaries. Photo: Lerato Sebe
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Man gets triple life sentence } Lerato Sebe A HARSH, triple life sentence was handed down to Matthews Koko Mooketsi (30) in the North West High Court for the murder, rape and robbery he committed in Pampierstad on New Year’s Eve 2011. The accused received a life sentence for murder, a life sentence for rape and another life sentence for robbery. The murder and the robbery sentences will run concurrently. According to the police, it was approximately midnight when an old couple who were alone at home, awaiting the New Year’s Eve count down, were attacked by the accused. Police reports state that the accused kicked open the door and stormed into the couple’s home in the Itireleng Village in Pampierstad. He grabbed the 62-year-old woman and took her to a room where he raped and beat her to an unconscious state. Then he took her blind 85-year-old husband to another room where he beat him severely with his fists and a blunt object against his head. The accused helped himself to valuables and clothes before fleeing the scene. The couple were taken to the Taung Hospital. A week later, the husband died due to severe head injuries. The Provincial SAPS Local Criminal Record Centre (LCRC), under the command of Lieutenant André McAnda, lifted finger prints of the accused from the scene, which led to Mooketsi’s arrest. He was found in Bloemfontein three months later. The police also found shoes belonging to the deceased inside Mooketsi’s house. Mooketsi remained in custody during the trial, up until sentencing.
FROM the left are Ignatia Mangaliso, the first princess, Thokozile Mbatha, Miss KLTA, and Bulelwa Phoselwa, second princess. Photos: Supplied
Glamorous girls grace city hall } Lerato Sebe THE Miss KLTA Pageant, held in Kimberley’s city hall, was organised by La Jade Couture and Kagiso Productions. The event was aimed at empowering young diamond girls to embrace their beauty and to introduce them to a high standard of modelling. The girls will later be exposed to bigger competitions like Miss Northern Cape and Miss South Africa. ) If you were at this event, please log onto our Facebook page at Express-News03 and tell us how it was.
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GEORGE NYAKAMA (left) and Eddie Obile caused a stir in the audience when they escorted the girls onto the stage.
Tourism discussed during presentation } Lerato Sebe TOURISM is one of the biggest factors which generate 9,6% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP), according to reports dating back to 2008. This was highlighted by Vincent Cupido, who is responsible for school tourism programmes at the Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT). Cupido spoke during a presentation at a recent stakeholders meeting in De Aar, where he gave clarification on everything that concerned tourism, mentioning its marketing trends and the influence that the international market had on South Africa’s tourism market. The objective of the meeting was to inform all stakeholders of the importance of tourism in South Africa and to educate them on how the country generated money from it. It was also highlighted during the meeting that the international
exchange rates, fuel prices, weather, the internet, taxation and travelling bookings were all factors that had either a negative or a positive influence on tourism. He reported that 9,2 million international tourists had visited the country last year (2012) and had spent over R20 million during their visit. According to him, most visitors were from America and Europe and visited mostly the Namaqua and Springbok surroundings. He further said that the demands for tourism in South Africa were amongst others travelling purposes, the price of tourism services at tourism destinations, the price of access to destinations (transportation), market competition and the shifting market, trends, fair trade, once-off events (such as the Maloof Skateboarding Money Cup), rise of new destinations, tourism investments and infrastructure improvement, expensive air tickets and the
THE acting municipal manager of the Renosterberg Municipality, Rodney Pieterse. Photo: Supplied types of aircraft used. Lack of development in potential tourism destinations was one of the concerning issues raised by the acting municipal manager of the
Renosterberg Municipality, Rodney Pieterse. “Carnarvon (SKA) is a potential for tourism growth. Colesberg and Vanderkloof need the government to assist in tourism development,” said Pieterse. “We want government to hear their issues and come back with solutions to these problems.” Karel Phentela, chairperson of the Northern Cape Tourism Authority, suggested bringing the private sector on board for economic growth. “We are looking for sustainable growth in domestic tourism. I am not saying we are not sensitive to international problems, but they do not affect us in the same way.” He highlighted the importance of taking care of international tourists. “Foreigners who come to South Africa to work are also tourists because they spend their money at our businesses.”
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Massive mine closure auction to be held } Boipelo Mere A MASSIVE mine closure auction is expected to take place in the Northern Cape, where a large number of earthmoving equipment, yellow metal machines, trucks and specialist diamond mining equipment will come under the hammer. The auction which will be held by the SA Auction Group on Thursday, 3 October, is instructed by CA Visser Delwery (Pty) Ltd and reported to consist of stock that is in high demand. It thus promises to attract numerous international buyers as well, due
to the marketing strategy which stretches into several African countries. The high-profile auction is expected to take place on the farm Schutsekama, about 25 km outside Kimberley, in the direction of Douglas and starts at 10:30. The specialist diamond mining equipment on auction include a Statick Screnick plant, a 25 ton DMS mobile unit, a flow sort mobile unit, as well as multiple pans and conveyers. Earthmoving equipment receiving plenty of attention include Komatsu and Sumitomo excavators, Furukawa and Doosan front-end
loaders, Bell and Terex dump trucks as well as Bell tractors. Several trucks and bakkies will also be sold. According to Rudi Herbst, the managing director of the SA Auction Group, most of the machines are in superb condition, with some barely having been used. “A large number of loose assets will also be disposed of and this include Terex and Furukawa parts, water pumps, electric
motors, vibrating electric motors, hydraulic cylinders, diesel carts and a mobile house,” Herbst added. Herbst further revealed that viewing could only be arranged by appointment. He added that he could be contacted on 082-695-6658 for any enquiries. Interested parties are also encouraged to visit www.saauctiongroup.co.za for photos and a complete auction list.
Exciting Career Opportunities Kuruman United Manganese of Kalahari (Pty) Ltd (UMK), a leading empowerment company intent on sustainable mining and socio-economic development, seeks specialists to join its fast growing manganese mine. UMK has been awarded a Mining Right over 15 000 ha of land to the north of a dynamic Kuruman. Why not become part of the team that plans to mine an output of between 1,5 million and 2 million tonnes of manganese each year? With a life of mine in excess of 30 years, this well-poised company will be able to unlock your talents.
Instrumentation Technician
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The Instrumentation Technician is required to perform maintenance and faultfinding on Control and Instrumentation equipment including PLC, SCADA programming, installation and commissioning of instrumentation projects throughout the mine site. Responsibilities: • Providing instrumentation support to the Plant and Opencast Operations as assigned • Diagnose faults on industrial instrumentation and control equipment and carry out repairs accordingly • Plan extensions and modifications to existing instrumentation infrastructure • Examine, test and repair control and instrumentation equipment as well as Siemens PLC and Adroit SCADA system • Maintain instrumentation and documentation • Responsible for installation and maintenance of Industrial instrumentation in the Plant and Opencast operations • Ability to do standby duties and shift work as required from time to time • Ensure personal and co-workers’ adherence and compliance to Company’s Health and Safety policies and procedures Key performance areas: • Maintenance of a variety of instrumentation systems throughout the Mine Site • Compliance with government rules and regulations. Minimum requirements: • S4, T4 or BTech Instrumentation Technician/Electrical Engineering Technician or equivalent • Registered with ECSA • Minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience • Sound knowledge of industrial instrumentation and machines • Sound knowledge of Siemens S5 & S7 PLC hardware and software • Knowledge of Adroit SCADA software configuration • Knowledge of Profibus and Ethernet networks • Effective communication and interpersonal skills • A team player • A valid Code 08 driver’s licence.
Process Plant Control Room Operator (Technical and Operational) (Ref. PPCRO 114836) Patterson Grade C Lower based on previous experience The Process Plant Control Room operator is a shift role responsible for the effective operational control and monitoring of the Process Plant through the control room control and management systems and to coordinate the general Mine situation as may be required. Responsibilities: • Mine operation within required parameters • Steady control of production circuit • React appropriately to abnormal activities and notify relevant Senior Officials and/or Operators by radio/telephone • Direct the activities of personnel on the mine to correct defects by allocating relevant tasks • Assist Engineering personnel to maintain equipment in Control Room area • Take charge during breakdowns and emergencies and notify standby personnel • Maintain and operate relevant fire/evacuation alarm system • Control entire process through utilisation of relevant control systems like SCADA • Ensure that the activities in the Control Room area match the requirements of the whole mine • Maintain steady volume control of the circuit by monitoring it within entire mine parameters • Call in expertise where needed • Ensure correct procedures are followed during start up and shut down of relevant circuits and equipment • Identify and communicate possible hazards and risks to responsible and affected personnel • Promote safety awareness in allocation of all tasks over radio/telephone • Compile accurate shift report at the end of each shift • Generate report and trends for management on request • Log any incidents, instructions and important changes made in the plant and record breakdowns should they occur • Changing tasks and machine settings on the shift to minimise the effect of unexpected problems • Stopping the operation if the working conditions are unsafe and pose hazardous environment • Enter job requests into the “KARABO” maintenance system. Minimum requirements: • Matric or equivalent education • Artisan trade qualification • Minimum of 5 years’ experience as an Artisan in the mining industry • Computer literacy and role specific computer skills • Report writing and communication skills • Systematic approach • High degree of numeracy. Key attributes (amongst others): • Ability to function within a team environment • Ability to work under pressure and be independent • System knowledge and application of relevant policies and procedures • Planning and organising skills • Interpersonal skills • SHE knowledge • Administration skills • Self-starter • Attention to detail • Results driven • Statutory knowledge of relevant legislation. 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: 11 October 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. www.ayandambanga.co.za 114836
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Vorster on his way to NZ } Lerato Sebe JOHAN VORSTER, an official at the Northern Cape Urban FET College, will represent South Africa at the Commonwealth Power Lifting and Bench Press Championships in Auckland, New Zealand, from 4 till 8 December. This is after Vorster was recently awarded a gold medal at the provincial championships held in Bloemfontein. What makes Johan Vorster’s achievement so outstanding is that from 1983 to 1985 he represented South Africa as a member of the national team at several Tug-of-War Championships in America, Europe, France and also Switzerland.
His power lifting career started in 1986 when he represented Griqualand West in the South African Power Lifting Championships. In September 2012 he received a silver medal in Johannesburg. In February 2013 he won a gold medal for breaking the record in bench press by lifting 105 kg in the master 2 device of power lifting in South Africa. This was during the South African championships where he was part of the provincial power lifting and bench press team. “Intense training for at least six days a week prepares me for the competitions,” says Vorster. When asked how he will be preparing him-
self for the Commonwealth Championships, he responds confidently: “I’m going to try lifting 170 kg during my training in order to make it in New Zealand.” “I feel alright and not quite nervous about this, but I must say, I am extremely excited and proud of myself for making it to the championships,” said Vorster. The Northern Cape Urban FET College expressed their excitement towards their fellow college member on his great achievement. “On behalf of the community of Kimberley we salute the extraordinary sporting achievements of Johan Vorster. “He made us proud,” they proclaimed.
JOHAN VORSTER represent South Africa at the Commonwealth Power Lifting and Bench Press Championships in New Zealand. Photo: Supplied
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THE team of Kimberley Boys’ High School (KHS) was crowned the McDonalds u.14 Schools Champion.
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Boys’ High NC champions } Lerato Sebe THE team of Kimberley Boys’ High School (KHS) was crowned the McDonalds u.14 Schools Champion during the Northern Cape finals of the championship held at the Mziwabantu Stadium in Britstown. The Kimberley team beat Robonyane Toto II High School from Kuruman 5-1 in the final and booked their place in the national finals held at the Sinaba Stadium in Daveyton, Gauteng, from 19 to 21 September. Robonyane Toto II High School was no match for KHS during a game that was controlled by the boys from Kimberley from beginning to end. Khutio Phuduhudu and Tshimologo Huma of KHS both managed to secure two goals, while Phumulani Mnisi banged a solid shot from just outside the box. These five goals were answered early in the second half by a lone goal from Thulo Mokatong of Robonyane Toto II High School. Robonyane Toto II High School had advanced to the final after beating Veritas High School in the semi-finals. Galerekwe Seamu, provincial McDonalds u.14 League co-ordinator for the South African Schools Football Association (SASFA), explained the league briefly: “We have made sure that each of the competing schools in the different regions and zones has played seven games in order for the top five schools to qualify for the finals. “This league is very important to the ongoing development of our youth. We can see the skills levels improving, and the football that we have witnessed today is evidence of that. “I just want to thank McDonalds on behalf of the South African Schools Football Association and the Northern Cape branch for sponsoring such an important league,” concluded Seamu. The coach of the winning team, Kagiso Matile, was impressed, but not surprised by his team’s performance. “We came here knowing that we had a strong team and believing that we could win today. Our team plays in the SASFA leagues and when doing so gets to play three or four games a day, and this has given them a big advantage. “There was a lot of preparation that has gone into this team and tour-
naments like this offer the team a steep learning curve. “We have a disciplined team who are well composed and have good confidence. If there were one weakness, it would be our decision making
on the ball. “This is something that we’ll work on as we go forward. “We’ll go to the national finals with open minds and a confident team.” Tshimorogo Huma of Kimberley
HEAVY TACKLING was prevalent during the tournament.
Boys’ High was named player of the tournament for his commanding display of skill and discipline, Ashraaf Mokoena as goalkeeper of the tournament and Thuto Mokolopeng as goal scorer of the tournament.
ARE you good at sport, or is someone in your school or place of education good at sport? Are you a young coach working with future stars? The SuperSport Let’s Play Star of the Month is a competition for anyone aged 6 to 18. You can nominate yourself or be nominated by a friend, teacher, lecturer or coach at your school or place of education. From all the entries received each month one player will be chosen as the SuperSport Let’s Play Star of the Month and will receive a Let’s Play hamper. At the end of the year one player from all the Star of the Month winners will be chosen as the SuperSport Let’s Play Star of the Year. Send us your nomination today (nominations received before the 20th of every month will be included in that month’s selection. Nominations received after the 20th of every month will be carried over to the next month’s selection). Your nomination must include your name, age and a short paragraph (less than 200 words) on what you have achieved, as well as your contact details. You can email your nomination to supersport@zpr.co.za or SMS 072-311-7716 (no phone calls will be accepted; normal cellphone rates apply) or fax 086-552-4922, or deliver your entry to ZPR at 22A Reid Street, Westdene, Bloemfontein. For more information call Lynne at Z PR on 051-430-3027.