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United in black, green and yellow } Tladi Moloi
A POSTER of the late Nelson Mandela was lifted high by one of the ANC supporters who attended the 102nd Anniversary Celebrations and Launch of the 2014 Elections Manifesto at the Charles Mopeli Stadium in Qwaqwa. Photo: Tladi Moloi
THE Charles Mopeli Stadium was painted in the black, green and yellow colours of the ANC with thousands of people coming to celebrate with their beloved party. The ANC provinces celebrated the party’s 102nd Anniversary Celebrations and launch of the 2014 Elections Manifesto. The Free State and North West were the last provinces to celebrate. David Mahlobo, member of the ANC’s National Executive Committee (NEC) and the ANC coordinator in the Free State, asked the people from Qwaqwa to give them 90% during the upcoming national elections. “The Free State is the home of the ANC. We are humbled to see that the people of the Free State love the ANC. We want to thank you for coming to celebrate in your numbers,” he said. Ace Magashule, ANC chairperson and the premier of the Free State, has encouraged the people in the province to register so that they can vote. He also asked those who left the party to come back. “We want you to come back. We are very sorry if we upset you,” he said. He said the ANC set its people free and will keep on taking care of them. “You should stop following those who started as part of the ANC. Some of them used to say that they would die for Pres. Jacob Zuma, but today they are the ones claiming that the party will fail you,” he said.
Tate wants 90% rate } Tladi Moloi
TATE MAKGOE, the MEC for Education, has set a 90% pass rate for the class of 2014 in the Thabo Mofutsanyana District Municipality. Makgoe set this target for the teachers and principals who attended the Investec Qwaqwa Promaths Awards ceremony held a week ago at the Beacon High School in Phuthaditjhaba, Qwaqwa. “I want Thabo Mofutsanyana to give me a 90% pass rate this year. We want quality and make sure 50% of the learners receive exemptions,” he said. Makgoe has set a 95% pass rate for the Free State and said they want to show the world what they are capable of. “We need to keep the upward trend,” he said. The Thabo Mofutsanyana District was the best in the province in the 2013 matric exams with 88,4% while the Free State topped South Africa with 87,4%. Busi Tshabalala, the Education district director in the Thabo Mofutsanyana District, has welcomed the target and added that they are equal to the task. She said they set that target for themselves even before the MEC could think of it. “I have very able and motivat-
BUSI TSHABALALA (left), the Education district director in the Thabo Mofutsanyana District, with the MEC for Education, Tate Makgoe. Photo: Tladi Moloi ed teachers. Our principals know what has to happen because we live by values that serve as a foundation to achieve our vision,” she said. Tshabalala said they are performance-driven. She said they sacrifice a lot for their children who experience barriers which keep them from learning. “We sacrifice a lot to provide support to our teachers and those teachers know that when they need support from the
district the officials are there to support them,” she said. She said they understand that some people will always impress. However, she said she likes her team because they understand that each of them must do their duty with integrity. “They know that they don’t have to do something to impress their supervisors. They have to do it because it’s the right thing to do.
“We are determined to declare zero tolerance against underperformance. We are determined to declare that as the district the giant has risen and it is now on both its feet. “We are going to make sure that every child in our schools receives the support they need,” she said. Tshabalala said the teachers asked if she had spoken to the MEC about the target. “We never talked about it, but it shows that we have the same
‘I want Thabo Mofutsanyana to give me a 90% pass rate this y e a r. W e w a n t quality and make sure 50% of the learners receive exemptions.’ – Tate Mak goe, the MEC for Edu cation thing in mind and our teachers are more than ready,” she said. “We have started meeting to determine what challenges schools faced last year, and what their plans are going forward. “In this way we want to help the schools that underperformed. “We have to dig deep at those schools, and find out where the cracks are. No parent will be happy about a failing child,” she concluded.
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More fined for speeding THE Free State law enforcement officers had a busy and successful December month in 2013. A total of 84 172 vehicles were screened in comparison with 68 031 vehicles in December 2012. There was also a significant increase in the number of people who were arrested for speeding. This number increased from 14 in December 2012 to 59 in December 2013. The number of motorists who were fined for speeding also increased – from 905 motorists in December 2012 to 3 902 during December 2013. Fines worth R2,6 million were issued in December 2013 for all moving violation infringements.
Bethlehem celebrates 150 years THE year 2014, which marks the 20th year since the advent of democracy, is also a year in which one of the fastest growing towns in the Free State, Bethlehem, turns 150. Bethlehem is named after the Biblical town Betlehem (Beit Lechem, Hebrew for place of bread) because of the abundance of wheat growing in the area. It was founded on the farm Pretoriuskloof and was proclaimed as a town on 27 February 1864. Bethlehem is the friendly heart of the Free State and renowned for its beauty. The town has a good mix of old and new buildings. Its proud history is reflected in the beautiful sandstone buildings that adorn the streets. During its strategic session held not so long ago, the mayoral committee under the leadership of Tjhetane Mofokeng resolved to adopt the 150-year celebrations of Bethlehem as a mayoral project, with the Department of Local Economic Development as co-ordinating department. The strategic session further resolved that these celebrations will run throughout 2014. This will mean an 11-month celebration and hard work. At the heart of the celebrations is a quest for social cohesion and prosperity for the people of Bethlehem and Dihlabeng at large, hence the theme Unity in Diversity – Marching together towards Prosperity. The local organising team appointed by the executive mayor will organise and oversee all festivities as well as other linked programmes, because linked to the celebrations is a programme for elevation of the look and feel of the town – Bethlehem – through the development of parks, the upgrading of sports facilities, all the entrances into the town and its townships and by attracting more investors for economic development and upgrading of heritage sites. This is going to be a community event and a celebration which will also benefit the residents of Bethlehem and the entire Dihlabeng through participation. The local organising team invites all interested groups, individuals and institutions to forward their suggestions and submissions regarding their envisaged participation to the Office of the Executive Mayor and Local Economic Development. The main celebrations will take place from 27 February to 2 March. These celebrations will cater for all the people of Bethlehem through various activities ranging from a carnival, flea market with exhibitions, township tourism, a kasi style gig, performances and more. The official name for these celebrations will be decided in due course and a detailed calendar of events will be released once completed, but this will be a mokete to remember. For more details call the spokesperson for the local organising team Selby Lengoabala (unit manager of Bethlehem) on 058-303-5732 or 078-511-7558.
Motorists are still paying too little attention to the condition of their vehicle tyres. In December 2012 nearly 2 000 fines were issued to motorists for defective tyres, although this number has decreased to 1 768 in December 2013. During last December 524 unroadworthy vehicles were found on South Africa’s roads and 394 of these vehicles were issued with a notice to discontinue. The majority of motorists are still not paying attention to the conditions of the lights on their vehicles. A total of 976 fines were issued for defective stop lights.
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Rape cases investigated CONTACT CRIMES are major focus national crimes including robberies and rapes that affect the community in various ways, says Sgt Mmako Mophiring, South African Police spokesperson. It affects young and old and in most cases the perpetrators are known to their victims and live with them. The Tseseng Police arrested a 16-year-old minor residing in the Setlabotjha section of the Teseng Village in Qwaqwa on suspicion of having raped his one-and-a-halfyear-old sister. The incident allegedly occurred on Sunday while the children’s mother was at a funeral. When she returned, she washed the baby and noticed something was amiss. The suspect was taken to social workers for further assessment and the police are investigating the case. In a separate incident, the police
are searching for a rape suspect after he allegedly raped a woman in a donga, says Mophiring. The woman, who was carrying a baby on her back, was on her way to a nearby shop when she was approached by a man known to her. He forced her into a donga where he allegedly raped her. The community tried to intervene, to no avail. In another case, also on Sunday at approximately 17:15, the complainant was walking past the Setsing Shopping Complex when he was hit from behind. He fell and was robbed of money and a 7.65 mm firearm. No arrests have been made. Anyone with information that may lead to the arrest and conviction of the suspects in the above cases can call their nearest police stations or Crime Stop on 0860-010-111 or send an SMS to Crimeline on 32211.
Labour adjusts wages THE Department of Labour wishes to announce that wages for the vulnerable workers in the farms sector will be adjusted with effect from 1 March 2014. In terms of Sectoral Determination (SD) for farm workers, the minimum wage will be adjusted upwards to an hourly rate of R12,41 (previously R11,66). The weekly rate of R525 increases to R558,60 and monthly minimum wages will now
increase from R2 274,82 to R2 420,41. The new determination will be effective until the end of February 2015. Sectoral determination covers the protection of workers in vulnerable sectors or areas of work. The determination sets minimum working hours, minimum wages, number of leave days and termination rules. The determination is reviewed annually by the Labour minister.
Alleged unfairness denied } Nkareng Moloi AS the country is approaching the general elections, political parties are getting ready for a tough battle. The Dikwankwetla Party of South Africa (DPSA) is no exception, as the party recently hosted an elective conference at the Kgulathuto Secondary School in Phuthaditjhaba, Qwaqwa. This after it was postponed three times. Initially the conference was planned to take place in September 2013, but it was postponed after the regions reported they were not ready. It was then scheduled for November 2013, but again did not materialise as the regions were still not ready; this in addition to the National Executive Committee not being done with compliance issues. The elective conference was then postponed to December 2013. The members went to the conference with mixed feelings: Some were satisfied with their current leadership while others wanted new faces in the NEC. Those who did not support the current leadership complained about the fairness of the elections. Other concerned members were from the Phuthaditjhaba and Maluti regions. Matjele Mokoena from Phuthaditjhaba, one of the concerned members, said: “The election
MOEKETSI LEBESA, the Dikwankwetla Party of South Africa president. Photo: Nkareng Moloi process was not fair. The deadline for submission of the nominations was 3 January, but we would only open on 6 January. So if we were to bring those nomination forms no one would be there to receive them.” Mokoena said the Matjhabeng region was the only region that managed to submit before time. “We wanted to know who had received their nomination forms as their forms were submitted on the second. So we think the president made efforts to get their nomination forms because they support
him and our nomination forms were not in on 6 January, because we nominated Thabo Tsotetsi for the presidential position,” said Mokoena. When the president of the party, Moeketsi Lebesa, came to address the media he denied allegations that the process of the elections was not fair. “It is not my problem if people fail to meet the deadline. Even my region didn’t submit the nominations in time. And yes, it is true that only 1 region out of 17 submitted the forms before the 3rd. The Matjhabeng region submitted their forms via fax as it was obvious their nomination had been accepted.” Lebesa sent a strong message to the members who were complaining. He said they had to do things the right way. ”If they don’t want me in the leadership position they must wait five years. They need to understand politics, being MMC does not mean I no longer love the party, that’s why I am here,” said Lebesa. The elected committee consists of president: Moeketsi Lebesa, deputy president: Mbuti Mfokazi, national chairperson: Julia Lebesana, deputy chairperson: Thabo Tsotetsi, general secretary: Dieke Mokoena, deputy secretary: Anna Nkoana, treasurer: Elias Molaba and public secretary: Kati Mokoena. The organiser-position will be made a full-time post and it will be advertised.
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College cherishes achievements NEW HORIZON COLLEGE in Harrismith opened in 1994 with the belief that the previously disadvantaged student can also achieve good results if there is proper facilities, dedicated teachers and motivated students, as well as concerned parents and a community standing behind the college. According to a press release of the college it started with 17 teachers. There were 126 learners from gr. 1 to gr. 12. The years have since been filled with opportunities and challenges. Today, New Horizon College is a school which has clearly left a mark, and it stands strong with 70 teachers and 1 380 students, including pre-primary, primary and secondary, together with 39 cleaning, security and ground staff. The school was furnished for whatever may lie ahead in the near future through research and a team of professional educators who are constantly present, motivating students to reach their highest potential. The school’s computer room is equipped with 106 new computers, with 24-hour internet connection, accessible to all staff members and students of the college. The hostel accommodates 300 students from all over the country, as well as from outside South Africa. Sound Christian principles, discipline and humanity are a priority in the institution. These lay a sound foundation for quality teaching and effective learning. Over the years, the school has built on respect, discipline and attitude to develop each student’s potential to its fullest, and of that
NEW HORIZON COLLEGE was started in 1994 by Mr Botha and his wife. This year the college will be celebrating its 20th anniversary. “When we reflect on the past we
can only see growth and prosperity. Our learners, staff and parents have been rewarded for hard work during the past 20 years. “We invite all our learners,
parents and staff since 1994 to come and join us on 12 April from 09:00 till late to share this memorable occasion with us.” – New Horizon College
VERNON AND MARGARET BOTHA of New Horizon College.
NEW HORIZON COLLEGE – always reaching for the stars. The college is celebrating its 20th anniversary.
they are extremely proud. Qualified staff members committed to the task of achieving educational excellence is vital. With diligence and hard work, the educational staff at New Horizon College set the sound foundation by which students can realize the full potential they have. Students are continuously motivated since no one can claim success without hard work. Results that speak for them-
selves ) 2008 – 100% pass rate (with five learners in the top 100, and Moipone Mahlatsi who was appointed as the best achiever in the Free State). ) 2009 – 100% pass rate (with one learner in the top 100 and the best learner in the Free State for isiZulu). ) 2010 – 100% pass rate (with three learners in the top 100 and the best learner in the Free State
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for Economics who has obtained 100%). ) 2011 – 100% pass rate (with two learners in the top 100). ) 2012 – 100 % pass rate (with two learners in the top 100). New Horizon College has been one of the top 50 schools in the district for five years. ) 2013 – 100% pass rate. Position five in the Free State – 98 passed with a Bachelor’s degree which means that 70% of the gr. 12’s can
go to university (141 learners passed gr. 12 in 2013). Today the school competes with pride and confidence against mature established schools that have secured their roots soundly in educational foundation. The school is proud of all the exceptional performances of its students, especially those who have ensured the college’s recog- nition, not only on provincial, but on national level.
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FS Stars must be prepared – Sithole } Tladi Moloi THEMBA SITHOLE, the Free State Stars assistant coach, said he is happy with the performance of his players. This despite them losing 2-0 to Bloemfontein Celtic in the Absa Premier League that took place at the Goble Park Stadium on Saturday. He said they were a better side on the day, but poor finishing in front of the goal let them down. “The boys did everything right, but their
finishing was poor. I am disappointed with the results, not the performance. Celtic never appeared dangerous, except for the goals they scored,” he said. Frank Mhango and Lerato Lamola scored the two goals for Phunya Sele Sele and they were placed in 9th position on the log table with 19 points in 15 games. Ea Lla Koto should have won the game if they converted the number of chances they created during the game. Surely, the new striker, Richard Henyekane, was disappointed with his
RFS treads new ground in Harrismith THE Donaldson Cross-Country Championship teams will tread new ground when the season opens with the RFS 450 in the Free State on 28 February and 1 March. After being based at the Tarlton International Raceway near Krugersdorp for a number of seasons, the RFS event moves to Harrismith and virgin territory will provide crews with a challenging start to the season. Race headquarters, the start/finish and the designated service park will all be based at the La La Nathi Resort on the outskirts of Harrismith. Route director Adri Roets said the course would take competitors in an anti-clockwise direction towards Lesotho via the Sterkfontein Dam. The route would follow the escarpment towards Montrose before doubling back alongside the N3 to race headquarters. “It is lovely cross-country terrain and competitors are going to enjoy it,” said Roets. “As you would expect from that part of South Africa there is a little of everything, and it is not going to be an easy ride. The grass is very long this time of the year and there are a number of river crossings. More rain is expected in the region, and the event could turn out to be a wet one,” he said. Under the new race format introduced in the Donaldson Cross-Country Championship this season, the race will be made up of two 175 km loops with a compulsory 15-minute halt at the end of the first leg. The qualifying race to determine race grid positions has been increased in length to 100 km. Roets added that the route for the qualifying race would be
‘As you would ex pect from that part of South Africa there is a little of everything, and it is not going to be an easy ride. The grass is very long this time of the year, and there are a number of river crossings.’ – Ro u t e d i r e c t o r, Adri Roets made up of 40% of the outward leg of the course, and 60% of the inward leg. The qualifying race will also start and finish at La La Nathi. “The route is spectator friendly with several road crossings,” said Roets. He said the spectator points are all easily accessible and provide for exciting viewing. The RFS 450 also breaks new ground: It will be run in conjunction with rounds of both the Northern Regions and KwaZulu-Natal Cross-Country Championships. Regional events have been run in conjunction with national races on numerous occasions, but this will be the first time both regional championships simultaneously share the stage with the Donaldson Cross-Country Championship. The qualifying race on Friday, 28 February, will start at 12:00 and the race on Saturday, 1 March, at 08:30.
performance as he failed to win the game for Stars. The ever running Henyekane failed to hit the net twice with a keeper at his mercy but Patrick Tgnyemb was equal to the task, pulling out the saves that earned him the man of the match award. The Free State Stars’ next game is away, against Platinum Stars on Sunday at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium. Sithole said they will have to plan for this game because they need three points more than they have.
“We can’t go there unprepared like we did for the Celtic game. We have to work on turning the tables and, surely, if we can get that right, results will start showing,” he said. Ernst Middendorp, the Celtic mentor, said he is happy with the results. He said they will have to be very cautious about their performance because they are still close to the bottom. “I am happy with the world-class goalkeeper performance that Tgnyemb displayed today,” he said
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’I know that I’ll not be able to change the world in one day but even if I can get two or more people to change it will be fine.’ – Nthibi Nolo
Athlete wants to run Needs help with campaign } Tladi Moloi NTHIBI NOLO (37), an athlete from Snake Park in Phuthaditjhaba, Qwaqwa, is on a mission. However, he needs the help of Express Eastern Free State readers. Nolo wants to run a campaign called No to Drug and Alcohol Abuse, and asks the help of anyone who can donate materials for this purpose. This ambitious athlete is hoping to start his five-day campaign by running from Villiers to Qwaqwa from 15 to 18 February. He said during the race he will be stopping at hotspots and handing out pamphlets and T-shirts on which a slogan about drug and alcohol abuse will be written. Even though Nolo has had this wonderful idea, he does not have the money to have the T-shirts and pamphlets printed. “I’ll be happy if people can help me. I just need the pamphlets, T-shirts and energy drinks. “I still have running shoes, but new ones are welcome. I’ll appreciate it,” he said. Nolo said this has always been his dream, but that he is struggling to realise it, partly because some friends with whom he has been planning the event, have let him down at the eleventh hour. “I have decided to do it alone this time and I trust in God because He will guide me,” he said. Nolo, who has been running marathons since primary school, said he will be happy to see athletes from the Free State in the Olympics after he has completed his mission. “I want to see more young stars in sport.
NTHIBI NOLO, an athlete from Snake Park in Phuthaditjhaba, Qwaqwa, needs help. “Athletics in our province is dying. During the journey, I will be encouraging people, especially athletes, to stop using drugs like nyaope. “Those kinds of things are
bad for their health, and I believe that we must start now to convey this message to up-and-coming athletes.” When asked how he would know if he changed the lives of
others he said: “I am going to give some of the community leaders my number so that I can monitor them. “I know that I’ll not be able to change the world in one day
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but even if I can get two or more people to change it will be fine.” To help realise Nolo’s dreams please call him on 071-327-1896.