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Family removed after not responding to court decision } Tladi Moloi BETHLEHEM. – After spending 39 years on the Nooitgedacht farm outside Bethlehem, the Khumalos were evicted and dumped under the trees in Lamond Street in Bohlokong, Bethlehem. Mafitla Simon Khumalo (71) and his wife, Mirriam (68), were evicted last Thursday following a court order which was submitted to them. Simon and Mirriam, the parents of 13 children, were left homeless with six of their 13 children and three grandchildren. They were left on the street with their furniture and Express Eastern Free State was informed that 28 head of Simon’s cattle were dumped at the Môrelig Cemetery. It is alleged that one cow died there. The Dihlabeng Local Municipality assisted the family in moving their furniture from where it was dumped. Apparently the Khumalo family and the Janmark Eiendomstrust, the new owners of the farm, had been fighting a legal battle over the farm since 2010. In the end the court ruled in favour of the trust and the Khumalos had to vacate the farm, but they never did. Mirriam said she was shocked when the people forced their way into her house without any explanation. “I was still outside. I followed them. When I got there they were taking the things and loading them onto the truck,” Mirriam said, crying. “I had R3 000 under the mattress with which I was going to buy clothes for the kids and that money has disappeared.” She said the only thing that they had said to her, was that they had to leave the farm because they did not need them there. “I tried to talk to them, but one of the police officers who was with them said, ‘I will tell them to beat you now’,” Simon said. “They gave me a paper and explained that it said I had to vacate the farm. “I have 28 cattle.” A certain man known to Khumalo as Itumeleng of the Department of Rural Development and Land Reform arrived at the place where the furniture was dumped, driving in a white bakkie.

‘I was still outside. I followed them. When I got there they were taking the things and loading them onto the truck’ – Mirriam Khumalo

MIRRIAM KHUMALO sitting under a tree after she was evicted from the Nooitgedacht farm outside Bethlehem.

THE angry Mafitla Simon Khumalo.

He refused to talk to Express Eastern Free State, saying he had no authority to talk to the press. However, when responding to the angry people who had gathered at the scene, he said Khumalo was legally evicted. “He should have left the farm a long time ago, but he never listens. Our lawyers informed him about the court

family with the furniture and livestock. “We also offered them accommodation, but they told us that they would prefer to stay with the family in Bohlokong. The cattle are kept at the Piteli Family Trust Farm and the furniture is stored with the municipality,” Maitse said. ) Read more on p. 4.

decision,” he said. “No, I did not come here to respond to those questions,” he said as onlookers piled on more questions. “I only came to check if the old man had his cattle,” he said before he left. Tshediso Maitse of the Marketing and Communication Unit of the Dihlabeng Local Municipality confirmed that the municipality had indeed assisted the

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Wind rips roofs off } Tladi Moloi BETHLEHEM. – A strong wind storm that only lasted around 15 minutes have left over hundred families in Bohlokong, Bethlehem, without roofs and caused extensive damage to residential properties on Tuesday night. The wind started blowing around 18:45 and ripped the roofs off many houses. The areas which were most affected, were Giyane, Old Location and Loso. The overhanging electricity cables were torn down in Giyani, while some cables had blown-off roof panels hanging from them. Despite the damage to property, no injuries of deaths were reported. Eskom employees attended to the cable damage quickly and the electricity supply was restored during the evening. Monimoni Maduna (32) from

Extension 2 said they were watching television when a strong wind started blowing and they could feel from inside the house that the roof was being torn off. “Suddenly the wind stopped and we went outside to look for the roofs. It was lying at another house. The roofs of the back bedroom and a garage was torn off. The neighbours came and helped me to bring the roofs back and put a sail on,” he said. Tshediso Maitse from the marketing and communication unit at the Dihlabeng Local Municipality said they were aware of the incident and added that the municipality’s Public Safety/Disaster Management Unit swiftly responded by providing some relief measures in the form of sails to protect properties and goods against further damage. “Unfortunately due to the extent of the disaster and resource limitations, not all households could be helped at

THE roof of one house flew over three houses and eventually landed next to this house in Giyane near Bethlehem during the recent strong winds.

once,” he said. He said the wards mostly affected were 2, 3 ,4, 8, 11, 16 and 19. “All in all, well over 100 houses and other dwellings, the majority of which are owned by the indigent residents, were damaged, with roofs having been blown away,” he said. Maitse said a team supported by council members is on the ground assessing the situation, having already visited every affected household. “The damage in monetary terms has not been quantified at this stage. Each intervention measure will be based on merit.” The task team will report back and the municipality will decide on a more permanent remedy. “As the municipality, we would like to make a heart-felt appeal to everybody who can, to please come forward and lend a helping hand. Any form of assistance is welcomed and will be highly appreciated.”

SOME shocked bystanders look at the roof hanging from the electric cables in Giyane near Bethlehem.

THE roofs of some of the house that were ripped off by the wind, got stuck on overhanging electric cables. Photos: Tladi Moloi

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} Tladi Moloi BETHLEHEM. – Mamokete Mthimkhulu (34) from Giyani near Bethlehem says she would like to thank everyone who helped her to give her child, Meki Portia (14), a dignified farewell. Portia was killed when a car hit her last month on the Riemland Road while she was jogging with friends and a younger brother. She was laid to rest at the Môrelig cemetery on 20 September. “I just want to say I am very greatful to everyone who assisted me to give my late daughter a dignified funeral. I will never forget all that they did for me and my family,” she says. She says among those who had assisted, were the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), the Dihlabeng Local Municipality and a local school. “I want to thank all of them. I can single them all out, but they know I am talking to them,” she said.

EXPRESS EASTERN FREE STATE published the story of “Prophet” Jacob Dlamini titled ‘Prophet’ warns Bhm mortuary owners” last week and people had different views about it.

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Case began in 2010 ACCORDING to the papers in Express Eastern Free State’s possession, the case between the Khumalo family and the Janmark Eiendomstrust started in 2010. The first eviction order, which was signed on 15 December 2010, reads: “The grounds on which the eviction order will be sought are as follows: Section 8 (2) & (3) Mafitla Simon Khumalo was an employee whose right of residence arose slowly from an employment agreement with the previous owner. His service was terminated in a circumstance which does not amount to constructive dismissal as defined in another Relations Act of 1995. The homestead of the above-mentioned respondents has thus been terminated, because of the aforesaid and a notice to vacate the premises have been given. The Khumalo family appealed for the first time after the court had ruled in favour of the trust. However, they lost the case again with the court issuing them with the order to vacate the farm by 31 October 2013. The order further stated that: “Further in case the respondent and all persons living with him have not vacated the said Nooitgedacht 65 farm on 31 October 2013, the court authorises a

warrant of ejectment effective from 1 November 2013. “The sheriff, if need be, assisted by the police is authorised to execute the ejectment order.” According to the judgement, Du Toit testified that Khumalo just stopped working of his own free will whilst still on the farm, but was still living on the farm without working. He later requested him to leave or vacate the farm, but Khumalo did not do so. Du Toit later sold the farm to the applicant, the Du Plessis brothers, leaving Khumalo there and the new owner to deal with him. “He further testified that while he was no longer working at the farm he asked him to vacate the farm which he did not do. He also offered him alternative accommodation which he refused,” the judgement reads. It is also stated in one of the court papers that the agreement between Khumalo and the previous owner stated that Khumalo could only keep six livestock on the farm, but he was currently keeping 27 cattle on the farm. “Evidence is that the appellant is currently using more grazing land than was allocated to him by the farmer,” the reasons for the judgement reads.

Copper thieves nabbed } Tladi Moloi PHUTHADITJHABA. – The Public Order police members in Phuthaditjhaba arrested four people with two 10 kg mealiemeal bags filled with 12 pieces of cut copper wire and a grinder destined for a scrap-yard in Mandela Park in Qwaqwa on Friday. Sgt Mmako Mophiring, police spokesperson, said good relations between the community and police in Qwaqwa seemed to bear positive results on a daily basis. He said the community of Mandela Park saw ten people walking in Mandela Park carrying bags of copper wire towards a nearby scrap-yard on Friday at about 14:00. “It is suspected that the copper wire was cut at the Tsheseng Village and brought to the Mandela Park scrap-yard for selling. They immediately informed the police who spotted the suspects. They chased the group and caught four of the ten. “Their arrests hopefully will lead to many arrests of people cutting cables in the area. “The four suspects aged between 26 and 36 will be expected to appear before the Phuthaditjhaba Magistrate’s Court soon facing charges of theft of copper wire,” Mophiring said. “I want to thank the communities that show concern of matters that affect their lives, including the cutting and selling of copper wire in Qwaqwa. “We cannot as society and scrap-yards allow thieves to sell suspected stolen goods which affect the lives of all. It also affects the economy of Qwaqwa and disables communication and electricity supply. Let us reject and report suspected stolen goods,” said the Free State provincial commissioner, Lt Gen. Thabethe Mpembe.

WO MALEFETSANE HLALELE showing some of the copper wire pieces in the store room. Photo: Supplied MEMBERS of the Makgolokoeng tribal council receive the food parcel donations on behalf of the community from the Masibonisaneni Sonke Project during the recent site hand-over at Makgolokoeng near Harrismith. They are from the left, in front: Lizbeth Mo-tsoeneng, Neliswa Kethiwe and Sellow Mphuthi; back: Cathrine Charlie, Sara Zim, Mamaitse Moloi, Collen Charlie (Masibonisaneni Sonke project manager), Paulos Moloi (chief of the Makgolokoeng Village), Moeti Moloi and Lentshanyane Moloi.

COLLEN CHARLIE (Masibonisaneni Sonke project manager) and Paulos Moloi (chief of the Makgolokoeng Village) shake hands during the recent handing-over of the site at Makgolokoeng near Harrismith. Photos: Tladi Moloi

Project receives land to build a centre

} Tladi Moloi HARRISMITH. – Paulos Moloi, the chief of the Makgolokoeng Village near Harrismith, provided the Masibonisaneni Sonke Project with a site for their centre which will be built soon. Masibonisaneni is a non-profit organisation which was launched in 2011 with the aim of helping those who are in need. Since its inception it has assisted many families in Harrismith and the surrounding areas,

such as Makgolokoena, Intabazwe and Kwalanyoni. They have donated food parcels, blankets and clothes. Because of the good work that they have done for the community, Moloi handed over the site to the project manager on Thursday free of charge. According to Collen Charlie, the project manager of the Masibonisaneni Sonke Project, the project has grown significantly since it was formed and added they felt it was time to build a centre where communi-

ty members could visit them. “We approached the village chief a few months ago to ask for a site because we wanted to build a centre. He told us that he would meet with his members to talk about it and I am happy that they came with a positive answer,” he said. Charlie said it was good to see that the project’s good work was appreciated. “We have decided to build the centre in Makgolokoeng because that is one of the villages with a high unemployment rate

and poverty is a big concern here,” he said. He said they have started asking for donations to build the centre. “We are hoping to start building early next year.” Moloi, a member of the Free State House of Traditional Leaders, has welcomed the project in his village and said he is quite sure that it will change the life of many locals. “They have assisted families in the past and we believe that if they are based here, they would be able to assist even more.”


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Intec alumni wins radio awards SAZISO “MR FUNNY” DLAMINI, a Radio Khwezi presenter and producer who obtained an Intec Radio Broadcasting Short Course Certificate, recently won two MTN Radio Awards. These were for best

night-time presenter and best night-time show. Dlamini says the judges thought that his show was informative and entertaining. “They also said that it was innovative

and made for thought-provoking radio,” Dlamini says. “I am extremely grateful to Intec College for the skills that I was able to acquire while studying. “Intec is the leader

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These courses are registered with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO) in higher and further education, which is part of the South African Qualifications Authority (Saqa). This new offering allows individual talents to be effectively broadcasted to ensure future success. Intec offers many programmes in distance learning, including diplomas in traditional fields of study like Architecture, Electrical Engineering and Finance, to niche certificates in Nail Therapy and Gardening for aspiring entrepreneurs looking to be more efficient and better at their jobs. Over the last 108 years the 17 campuses with their 5 distinctive schools, Computer, Vocational, Business, Technical and Creative, have helped to launch the dream careers for working professionals across the country. Intec’s ability to stand out from the crowd comes from its focus on building the practical skills students need to be proficient in their jobs, while still placing heavy emphasis on theoretical knowledge. A notable alumni like Dlamini has

‘I am extremely grateful to Intec College for the skills that I was able to acquire while studying . . . Thank you, Intec, for your contribution to my s u c c e s s .’ – Awa r d w i n n e r, Saziso Dlamini praised Intec after the soaring heights his career has taken on air. He credits Intec with providing him with the foundational skills he needed, without having his passions paying the price. “People are my passion. “What I like the most about my job is the fulfilment I get from interacting with my listeners and making a difference in their lives,” says Dlamini. When asked about how his education has helped him pursue his passion, he says: “I love that. I can do it effectively.” For first-time stu-

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SAZISO “MR FUNNY” DLAMINI, a Radio Khwezi presenter and producer, with his Intec Radio Broadcasting Short Course Certificate. Photo: Supplied

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Prayer service held for matrics } Thabo Mokoena TSHESENG. – The Presbyterian Church of Africa’s Qwaqwa Preaching Station (PCAQPS) has prayed for all matriculants to write well in their final examinations. The gr. 12 class of 2014 wrote the first paper, English Home Language, on Monday after the matric prayer service was held at the Manthatisi Secondary School on Sunday. The schools that showed up for the service were Manthatisi, the Maanankwe Secondary School and the Tsholo Secondary School. Mphuthi Samuel, the principal of Manthatisi, said he was very happy to have such an event held at the school. “The PCA approached us together with local churches to pray for our students. This prayer is going to help us a lot. We have learners from different backgrounds and we cannot deny that some experience

problems,” Samuel said. Lehlaha Lefulesele, the principal at Tsholo, said he was happy to be part of the event and added that they had thought they would not have a service because it was already late. “We wanted to organise one as the Makeneng cluster, but things did not go as expected. It is our habit to pray for the students ahead of the examinations because we believe in God,” he said. “We are used to this kind of event as a church and we thought it would be nice to invite schools,” said Maribaneng Moeketsane, a secretary of the PCA.

CALLING ON GOD: The gr. 12’s of different schools in Tsheseng, Qwaqwa, during the recent examination prayer service which was held at the Manthatisi Secondary School. Photo: Thabo Mokoena

Practise these good, Godly habits The mirror Past. Ernest Mahlaba

BUT as for me, I will sing about your power. Each morning I will sing with joy about your unfailing love. For you have been my refuge, a place of safety when I am in distress – Psalm 59:16 NLT. We all want our relationships to be characterised by persistence and self-sacrifice. But we can never do that on our own. The kind of love we long to show others is only found in a growing relationship with God. Without God’s power in our lives, our love will run out. You don’t build that kind of relationship with God – one that will help you love others when you want to give up – by accident. You do it through habits. Here are three habits that will help you grow in your relationship with God. 1. A daily quiet time. Let God talk to you through the Bible and through prayer. Nothing will help your life more. The Bible says in 2 Corinthians 4:16: This is the reason we never lose heart. Our body does suffer wear and tear, but every day the inward man receives fresh strength (PH). Outwardly our

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Music stars honoured } Oteng Mpete

5. Prince KayBee Ft Shaun – Wa­ Jellwa (SOY-E) 6. Presss – Tojana (SOY-F) 7. Thiwe – Sekwanele (SOY-G) 8. Bond – One Last Chance (SOY-H) 9. Bonolo Ft Tshepo Tshola – Thaba Di Ntjhebile (SOY-I) 10. Teboho and Friends – Ditsietsing (SOY-J) Best male vocalist – BMV 1. Preston (Presss) (BMV-A) 2. Fikile Samela (BMV-B) 3. Kegorapetse Melamu (BMV-B) 4. Calvin K (BMV-D) 5. Sechaba Padi (BMV-E) 6. Teboho and Friends (BMV-F) 7. Tsholohelo TC Nkgashu (BMV-G) Best female vocalist – BFV 1. Nonkosi (BFV-A) 2. Thiwe (BFV-B) 3. Bonolo (BFV-C) 4. Mamiki Majawetsa (BFV-D) 5. Audry (BFV-E) 6. Choko (BFV-F) Best newcomer – BNC 1. Drum Kid (BNC-A) 2. Godfrey (BNC-B) 3. M.O.B (BNC-C) 4. Tsholohelo TC Nkgashu (BNC-D) 5. Immortal (BNC-E) 6. Calvin K (BNC-F) 7. Pulse of joy (BNC-G) Best kwaito artist – BKA 1. Scavi Luv (BKA-A) 2. Lucha (BKA-B) 3. Levi (BKA-C) 4. Nolas (BKA-D) 5. Tailer K (BKA-E) Best hip-hop artist – HHY 1. Kulax (HHY-A) 2. Kgokanyaa Phiri (HHY-B) 3. ITumelng – (HHY-C) 4. Andrianto (HHY-D) 5. 2Nyce (HHY-E) 6. Naycha (HHY-F) 7. MC Fire (HHY-G) 8. Big Size (HHY-H) 9. Fraternity (HHY-I)

THE Golden Bean Music Awards (GBMA) pays homage to musicians and personalities who were born in the Free State. The awards were established to give recognition to up and coming artists. The GBMA affords Free State artists the opportunity to be awarded for their talents and encourages fans to interact with artists by nominating and voting for their favourites. Tebogo Kotsi, the creator of the GBMA, has put together a team of amazing, young and fresh talent to produce new ideas and concepts in this event. Teddy B, the creative director, promises to deliver a production which will leave the audience paralyzed in their seats. The theme for this year is Throw me to the wolves and watch me come back leading the pack. It promises to deliver unseen talents and acts, including orchestras, choirs and live bands, and interesting collaborations. “We are most definitely a force to be reckoned with and the GBMA is growing in leaps and bounds each year,” says Teddy B. The GBMA is scheduled to take place on 29 November in the Civic Theatre in Bloemfontein. “The GBMA will only offer epic entertainment, bigger and better than their first instalment.” The nominees are listed as follows: Single of the year – SOY 1. Alah Yen – Combolo (SOY-A) 2. Kaya – Minwana Phezulu (SOY-B) 3. The Freternity – Monatefontein (SOY-C) 4. Andrianto Ft 2Nyce – Motsepe Money (SOY-D)

10. Sphadi (HHY-J) 11. Tactix (HHY-K) Best gospel artist – BGA 1. Danny (BGA-A) 2. Fikile (BGA-B) 3. Kegorapetse Melamu (BGA-C) 4. Thabo Lebeko (BGA-D) 5. Teboho and Friends (BGA-E) 6. Msingizane (BGA-F) 7. Mike Bhakamela (BGA-G) 8. Thenjiwe (BGA-H) 9. Sechaba Padi (BGA-I) 10. Coco Nkomo (BGA-J) Best duo/group – BDG 1. Drum Kid (BDG-A) 2. Kgokanyana (BDG-B) 3. Prince KayBee Ft Shaun (BDG-C) 4. Pozzi (BDG-D) 5. The Fraternity (BDG-E) 6. Kaya (BDG-F) Best Afro soul/R&B artist – RNB 1. Presss (RNB-A) 2. Bonolo (RNB-B) 3. Choko (RNB-C) 4. Thiwe (RNB-D) 5. Nateaze (RNB-E) 6. SPL (RNB-F) Best hip-hop DJ – HHDJ 1. Mohau (HHDJ-A) 2. Thabang (HHDJ-B) 3. 2Zero (HHDJ-C) 4. Tiger (HHDJ-D) 5. Shaxe (HHDJ-E) 6. Immortal (HHDJ-F) Best House DJ – BHDJ 1. Konopo (BHDJ-A) 2. Bongani (BHDJ-B) 3. Finzo (BHDJ-C) 4. SK-DOG (BHDJ-D) 5. Soulful Phex (BHDJ-E) 6. Prince KayBee (BHDJ-F) Best dancehall DJ – BDD 1. Selekta Melo (BDD-A) 2. Selekta Shaka (BDD-B) 3. Selekta Locco (BDD-C) 4. Miss Kay (BDD-D) 5. Selekta Motyme (BDD-E) 6. Selekta Zober (BDD-F)

Best Female DJ – BFD 1. Lady Dee (BFD-A) 2. Proper_T (BFD-B) 3. M-Kay (BFD-C) 4. Miss Kay (BFD-D) 5. Dineo (BFD-E) 6. Dj Zee (BFD-F) 7. F-KAY (BFD-G) Best male DJ – BMD 1. Zino The Neck Breaker (BMD-A) 2. Soulful Phex (BMD-B) 3. Shaxe (BMD-C) 4. Mavusana Divine Dj (BMD-D) 5. Lovers (BMD-E) 6. Finzo (BMD-F) 7. Lulo Café (BMD-G) Best Radio Personality – BRP 1. Kholisile Majola – Thetha FM (BRP-A) 2. Laila Nnyane – CUT FM (BRP-B) 3. Lerato Mpopo – Lesedi FM (BRP-C) 4. Veli Moloi – Qwa-Qwa Radio (BRP-D) 5. Mojalefa Modupe – The Rock (BRP-E) 6. Guluva wa Gusheshe – Motheo FM (BRP-F) 7. Lulo Café – Metro FM (BRP-G) 8. Shaxe – OFM (BRP-H) 9. Tyson Free Man – OFM (BRP-I) Best music video – MDY 1. Bond (MDY-A) 2. Monde (MDY-B) 3. Tebogo (MDY-C) 4. 2nyce (MDY-D) Best traditional group – BTG 1. Botshabelo Sunrise (BTG-A) 2. Katiba (BTG-B) 3. Mokotjo (BTG-C) 4. Wezile Nophale (BTG-D) 5. Inzwi Bafana (BTG-E) Best Afrikaans act – BAA 1. Ouens Van Zak (BAA-A) 2. Dewald Louw (BAA-B) 3. Franzelle (BAA-C) 4. Oros in ‘n lang glas (BAA-D) The technical awards will be adjudicated by a panel of judges and will therefore not be open for public vote: Best radio station – BRS 1. Setsoto FM 2. Motheo FM

3. Lesedi FM 4. Motsweding FM 5. OFM 6. Qwa-Qwa Radio 7. The Rock FM Best produced/engineered – BPE 1. Bond 2. Kulax 3. Andy 4. Smalza 5. Mojalea 6. Gamiland 7. Mohau 8. Money Nyce 9. PlayaZBeatz Best music video director – VMD 1. Brady 2. Motswako Jam 3. Afro 4. Badda Pictures 5. Pickay Major Best dance crew – DCY 1. House of Dirty Shakers 2. Trounce 3. Skeem Sa Dankie 4. All Stars Best styled personality – BSP 1. Nonkosi 2. Konopo 3. Shaxe 4. Prince KayBee 5. Stevonic 6. Zino 7. 2Nyce 8. Franzel 9. Presss 10. Tyson Free

THE GBMA urges all Free State citizens to vote for their favourite artist. The SMS number is 44730 and SMS’s cost R1,50. Use the code in brackets next to the artist’s name to vote. SMSlines will close on 21 November.

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UFS team receives award PHUTHADITJHABA. – Action research to better classroom practice and to improve student success rates recently received a boost when the Qwaqwa Campus Teaching and Learning (TL) Champions were honoured with the prestigious University of the Free State (UFS) Vice-Chancellor’s Team Award. It was in recognition of the team’s efforts in enhancing professional development and was accompanied by R50 000 that will be utilised to further encourage and develop a scholarly culture on the Qwaqwa Campus. “An active learning community has developed over the past four years and this has created a scholarly forum for the sharing of problems, experiences and new knowledge,” said Dr Elize Smuts, who has been the pillar of strength in the development of TL Champs. Smuts has continuously motivated the group to persevere in challenging and often under-resourced contexts. “Over a four-year period, 44 projects were undertaken, many with great success. A total of 13 scholars participated in a pilot of Classe (Classroom Assessment of Student Engagement) in 2013. This survey, contextualised by staff of the Centre for Teaching and Learning, was a first in South Africa.” The team undertook extensive literature reviews and attended numerous workshops on the principles and practices of good teaching, research and writing. “The two summary booklets they prepared from two publications (How Learning Works: 7 Research-based Principles for Smart Teaching and Student Engagement Techniques) in 2013, will serve as guides and inspiration to the larger academic community of the UFS for many years.” Since the formation of this team, TL Scholars have presented 25 papers at 12 national and two international conferences. “Taking into consideration that it is not easy to get an abstract accepted for presentation, these are impressive achievements. Some of the immediate results of these engaged scholars include improved student success rates averaging 20%, compared to only 8% improvement by academics who are not in the project. “In 2013, one TL Scholar reported student success rate that increased by 29%; another reported 80% on average; another an increase from 65% to 95% in a bigger class than in the previous years.” In congratulating the team, Annette Wilkinson, professor at the Centre for Teaching and Learning (CTL), said that she was very proud of the team. “The team’s dedication and growth in scholarly practice – in challenging circumstances – are in my mind the outstanding features of the project. I am very proud of the entire team,” said Wilkinson. The two presentations at international conferences were done by Lea Koenig at the 32nd Annual Conference on the First-YearExperience in Orlando, Florida, and by Smuts in North Carolina. Both of these were in 2013.

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Dockets cause stress THEUNIS BOTHA, leader of the Christian Democratic Party (CDP): THE Christian Democratic Party (CDP) finds it unacceptable that those who clearly acted in self-defence should now have the sword of a murder charge hanging over their heads, until such time as the prosecuting authorities or courts decide that it was justifiable. This is in reaction to the latest farm murder where neighbours got involved in a shootout with the alleged murderers, during which two of the suspects were killed, and the third arrested. We understand that it is part of the procedure to open murder dockets. But there has been a number of cases where law-abiding citizens, or even the victims acting in self-defence, have been arrested. We again call on the authorities to change the name of these dockets, which might somewhat ease the trauma. In fact, we regard this practice of calling such dockets murder dockets as infringing on the human rights of those that have been implicated. We congratulate the neighbours who acted swiftly to ensure that the alleged farm murderers did not get away. Our hearts go out to the next of kin of Johan van Rensburg who was killed in the farm attack. This also again proves how ridiculous it is to have more cops for VIP protection than those defending the borders, and to bestow all kinds of medals on Police Commissioner Riah Phiyega.

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EXPRESS EASTERN FREE STATE, WEDNESDAY 29 OCTOBER 2014

VISITS PETER JAMES MOTORS

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PETER JAMES MOTORS specialises in Chevrolet, Opel and Isuzu vehicles.

PETER JAMES (left), the owner of Peter James Motors in Harrismith, welcomes the new dealer principal, Ferdi Hiestermann.

Dealer principal geared for success PETER JAMES HARRISMITH is a car dealership that opened in February 2000. The first branch was established in 1986 in Boksburg. The Harrismith branch has 12 highly efficient, well-trained staff members. Vehicle brands that are sold here are Chevrolet, Isuzu and Opel. The new dealer principal is Ferdi Hiestermann. He is from Roodepoort and has 17 years’ experience in the automotive industry. Hiestermann says he is looking forward to the new challenge in Harrismith. He believes Peter James Motors has great staff and that a good team ensures success. “I would like to expand the

branch and develop it to a model branch. I am looking forward to my move to the countryside, and specifically to Harrismith, on 3 November. I invite interested parties and clients to my office for a cup of tea or coffee.” Visit Peter James Motors in 9 Piet Retief Street, Harrismith, for first-class service. Call 058-623-1144.

THE staff members of Peter James Motors in Harrismith. From the left are Peter James (owner), Wendy van Heerden, Richard Dovey, Isak Lange, At Lombaard, Matthew Blumenthal and Ferdi Hiestermann.

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EXPRESS EASTERN FREE STATE, WEDNESDAY 29 OCTOBER 2014

Focus on Hardware Mecca / Bricks Mecca / Truss Mecca HARDWARE-QQ291014

Business is booming } Lynda Greyling POINT three of a second. That is how long it took 15 tonnes of explosives in 160 holes that were 9 m deep to detonate. It took a while before this could happen, because an environmental impact study, licence and permits were required before starting to mine. At the same time, all the requirements as determined and prescribed by the Department of Mineral Resources had to be met. This included rehabilitation, safety aspects, as well as thorough planning regarding the placement and structuring of all machines and equipment. On Wednesday at 15:00 the first blast of Hardware Mecca trading as Brick Mecca Crushing Plant was heard at its stone quarry near Daniëlsrus. It was a proud moment for this family business. Duard Valks, shareholder of the Hardware Mecca Group, says the stone-quarry is an extension of the business’s existing activities, which includes a hardware business, brickworks and roof trusses business. Josua Grobler, the manager of Brick Mecca Crushing Plant, and Ruan van Niekerk, the manager of Brick Mecca, visited the site on 10 June. Grobler, who works as a construction manager, spoke to experts to gather as much information as possible about this new course the business is taking. He did miningrelated courses and completed the necessary examinations after hours to ensure compliance. It took these two men and their team of workers about three months to move 60 000 m³ to 80 000 m³ of earth, equal to about 4 000 loads. This was done to prepare the site for the company Sure Blast of Theunissen that was responsible for the blasting. It took Sure Blast about a week to ready the explosives. On Wednesday, the excitement was tangible as a group of businessmen and bystanders waited in suspense about 1,3 km from the blast site. About 36 000 tonnes to 38 000 tonnes of rock was blasted loose. This is approximately 1 000 to 1 500 loads comprising 33 tonnes per load which needs to be processed and transported. Valks believes it will take about two to three months to process all the rock. Great quantities of processed stone will be used at the brickworks, but good quality stone will also be offered to the public at competitive prices. Four new trucks have been bought and the stoneworks will soon be expanded to increase production for the business to be run more effectively. Two or three new construction product ranges will also be produced soon. Cast products such as kerbstones and

THE entrance to the mining site.

THE blast. lintels, which have to be brought from Gauteng, will then be produced locally and offered to the public at a lower cost. Valks says he is proud of the 20 new job opportunities that were created and that 20 households can now experience better living conditions. “With the new developments and expansions being planned, even more job opportunities will be created. “The community has always supported us and this is our way of giving back.” This expansion will have an effect on the economy of Bethlehem. Except for the products that will be produced here, it will also lead to maintenance work, vehicle repair and more allocated to Bethlehem businesses. History and background Hardware Mecca was established as a close corporation (CC) in March 1995 when the company bought all the assets of De Witt & Thaele Hardware (Pty) Ltd., a private company with branches in Qwaqwa and Harrismith. In 1998 the CC was converted into a private company. Another company, Truss Mecca (Pty) Ltd., was established in 1998 which specialises in the manufacturing and supplying of roof trusses according to the ITC standards. Hardware Mecca is a familyowned company now in its second generation of management. The initial founder of the company is now retired and, along with his wife, serves as director of the company.

Photos: Lynda Greyling

Core business and management strategy The core business of the company is the supply of building material and hardware. It supplies several emerging contractors with building material in a number of multimillion rand low-cost housing projects, while it also became the preferred local supplier for large national and provincial contractors doing projects in the Eastern Free State. This is possible because the company strives to be more than a supplier, but rather a supporting partner. Its ability to supply almost a full range of quality building materials at competitive prices, coupled with excellent service through its substantial business infrastructure, resulted in Hardware Mecca becoming a one-stop supply shop for the small, medium and large contractor. The current management is working to grow the company in the Eastern Free State and adjacent areas by expanding the range of products and customer base. It has already established a fully operational cement brick manufacturing plant with a manufacturing capacity of more than 120 000 stock bricks per day. Core values Management sees honesty, integrity and excellent service as non-negotiable principles. The company will always treat its customers and suppliers fairly and will walk the extra mile.

DUARD VALKS (front), shareholder of the Hardware Mecca Group, Ruan van Niekerk (left), the manager of Brick Mecca, and Josua Grobler, the manager of the Brick Mecca Crushing Plant.

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EXPRESS EASTERN FREE STATE, WEDNESDAY 29 OCTOBER 2014

FOCUS ON WATER CONSERVATION

Water a precious resource THE Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality has three service centres or urban nodes located in the form of a triangle. Kestell is located 44 km to the west of Harrismith along the N5 national road and 30 km to the north of Phuthaditjhaba (Qwaqwa) along the R57. Geologically the area comprises four rivers and many streams. The four largest rivers are the Khoptjane, Namahadi, Sekoto and Kolo la tshwene Rivers that flow into the Elands River which in turn flows into the Wilge River. They run mainly in a northerly direction, and many rivers and streams have their origin within the area. The area falls within the catchment area of the Vaal River, and the two major water sources in the Qwaqwa area are the Fika Patso and the Metsi Matsho Dams and in Harrismith the Wilge River. The Sterkfontein Dam is the third largest dam in South Africa, and is situated within the municipal area halfway between Harrismith and Phuthaditjhaba. Due to the increasing population within the Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality, Fika Patso and Metsi Matsho cannot meet the growing demand for water in this municipality, especially in Qwaqwa and Kestell. At this time of the year most people use more water for gardening and other purposes and dam levels are decreasing rapidly. At this point in time the Fika Patso Dam is about 53% full and Metsi Matsho about 80%. The Sterkfontein Project and Makwane Water which is currently under construction will alleviate the water demand and improve service delivery for these two areas (Qwaqwa and Kestell) in future. The current challenges Map Water – as an entity of The Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality – is encountering to ensure sustainable water supply in the water systems are as follows: ) to maintain and operate ageing infrastructure; ) to operate water pump stations with the frequent power failures; and ) to implement bylaws and address unauthorised connections. It is planned to make provision for an infrastructure upgrade and refurbishment that will ensure sustainable service delivery to the consumers. With all the challenges that Map Water as an entity of the Maluti-aPhofung Local Municipality is facing it can still announce that in accordance to SANS 241 of The Department of Water Affairs and Sanitation, the drinking water is of high standard and Map Water is still maintaining the Blue Drop status obtained in 2012. Fresh water is a scarce resource in South Africa as rainfall is highly variable from year to year. Everyone has a part to play in conserving as much valuable water as possible. Reducing water consumption is not only good for the environment but also good for your utility bill. The municipality and Map Water therefore humbly request all consumers to use water wisely. To use water wisely simply means: Respect water, respect life. All life on earth needs water in order to survive. Without water everything will die. Here are some tips on how to use water wisely: ) Install a low-flow shower head and tap aerators on all taps. ) Insulate your water pipes. It is easy and inexpensive to insulate your water pipes with pre-slit foam pipe insulation. You will get hot water faster and avoid wasting water while it heats up. ) Use your dishwasher and washing machine for full loads only, automatic dishwashers and washing machines should be fully loaded for optimum water conser-

METSI MATSHO DAM

THE Fika Patso Dam is about 53% full. vation. Most makers of dishwashing soap recommend not pre-rinsing dishes which is a big water savings tip. With washing machines, avoid the permanent press cycle, which uses an added 20 litres for the extra rinse. For partial loads, adjust water levels to match the size of the load. Replace old washing machines. New energy star-rated machines use 35% to 50% less water and 50% less energy per load. If you are in the market for a new washing machine, consider buying a watersaving frontloader machine. ) Minimize the use of kitchen sink garbage disposal units. In-sink “garburators” require lots of water to operate properly, and also add considerably to the volume of solids in a septic tank which can lead to maintenance problems. Start a compost heap as an alternative method of disposing food waste. ) When washing dishes by hand, do not leave the water running for rinsing. If you have a double-basin; fill one with soapy water and one with rinsing water. If you have a single-basin sink, gather washed dishes in a dish rack and rinse them with a spray device or

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‘Due to the increasing population within the Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality, the two dams Fika Patso and Metsi Matsho cannot meet the growing demand for water in this municipality, especially in Qwaqwa and Kestell.’ a pan full of hot water. Dual-swivel aerators are available to make this easier. If using a dishwasher, there is usually no need to pre-rinse the dishes. ) Do not let the faucet run while you clean vegetables; just rinse them in a stoppered sink or a pan of clean water. Use a dual-setting aerator. ) Keep a bottle of drinking water in the fridge. Running tap water to cool it off for drinking water is wasteful. Store drinking water in the fridge in a safe drinking bottle. If you are filling water bottles to bring along on outdoor hikes, consider buying a Life Straw personal water filter which enables users to drink water safely from rivers or lakes or any available

body of water. ) Install a multi-flush or dualflush mechanism in the toilet. A multi-flush device allows the user to choose exactly how much water goes to waste when pressing the handle. A dual-flush device has a short flush button for liquids and a longer flush button for solids. ) Take shorter showers. One way to cut down on water use is to turn off the shower after soaping up, and then turn it back on to rinse. A four-minute shower uses approximately 4 000 liters of water. ) Rinse your razor in the sink. Fill the sink with a few millilitres of warm water. This will rinse your razor just as well as running water, with far less waste of water. ) Turn off the water after you wet

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PRES. JACOB ZUMA (middle), Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa and members of the cabinet endorsing the Unite Campaign, also known as the Nelson Mandela Sports and Culture Day. Photo: Lulama Zenzile

LEFT: Day 25 of the Oscar Pistorius murder trial in the North Gauteng High Court. Here is Prosecutor Gerrie Nel during the cross examination of Roger Dixon. Pistorius was charged with the murder of Reeva Steenkamp on 14 February last year. He was also charged with the illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition, and two counts of discharging a firearm in public. He has been sentenced to five years in prison. Photo: Photo24

Saddened by death KELLY KHUMALO, the girlfriend of soccer player Senzo Meyiwa, arrives at her home in the township of Vosloorus holding a baby. Meyiwa was shot dead by intruders when trying to protect Khumalo during a robbery at her home near Johannesburg, officials said on Monday. The 27-year-old Orlando Pirates goalkeeper died on Sunday after suffering a single shot through the chest. Khumalo is a local actress and singer. Photo: Siphiwe Sibeko

EXAMINATION INVIGILATOR CONNIE SMITH monitors the 210 gr. 12 learners of the Welkom High School who began writing the final matric examination on Monday. Candidates across the country began writing English Home Language. The last exam will be written in November, culminating in the final stage of a 12-year journey for learners who started school in 2002. The Welkom High School attained a pass rate of 92,35% in the 2013 examination. Photo: Teboho Setena

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PHUTHADITJHABA. – Ismail Kathrada, the owner of Buy & Build Hardware, is the new owner of the Sasol Garage at the Setsing Shopping Complex in Phuthaditjhaba, Qwaqwa. He bought the garage from the Asmal family. He said he was overwhelmed to venture into a different business after having spent more than five years in the hardware industry. “The Asmal family had a lot of investments in Qwaqwa and one of those was the garage,”

Kathrada said. “Asmal is now moving out of the retail environment. He is with property development. He approached me saying we had a successful relationship and that he was offering me a garage. He said he knew that I would make a success of it. “I said fine. I have manpower. Manpower in a sense that it was my three sons and I. I then made the offer.” With just a month and two weeks as the owner of the petrol station, Kathrada has big dreams. “We haven’t done anything besides changing the ownership.

The staff remained the same and we are not planning to do retrenchments whatsoever. “All we want to do is to grow the business like we did with Qwaqwa Buy & Build,” he said. Kathrada said over a period of months people would see change. “We are going to bring in a franchise. I am not going to tell what franchise it will be, but surely that will be added,” Kathrada said. Kathrada said he was very happy with the support from his sons and added that they were learning from him.

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Business built on the community PHUTHADITJHABA. – Ismail Kathrada, owner of Qwaqwa Buy & Build Hardware in Phuthaditjhaba, has revealed the secret behind his success. He says the biggest reason for his achievement is social responsibility. “I do a lot through social responsibility. My budget for that is about R30 000 a month. In the last five years I have built about six houses for the community of Qwaqwa. They are for the childheaded households and the elderly,” Kathrada says. He says the community sees the work that he has done and that has resulted in people coming in numbers to support the business. “I don’t think many of the businesses are involved in the type of social responsibility that I participate in. “People have always come back to me and said to me that I was doing an excellent job and pointed out that they would keep on supporting me.” Kathrada was once the manager of the same Buy & Build back in 2003 while it belonged to the Asmal family. He worked there, was a manager for five years and was later approached to do the management buy-out. “After five years, they asked me if I did not want to do a management buy-out. I worked out the figures and agreed to that. Since then this business has grown.” Buy & Build has two branches in the Eastern Free State: one at the Namahadi Village near the Charles Mopeli Stadium and one

ISMAIL KATHRADA, the owner of Qwaqwa Buy & Build Hardware. Photo: Tladi Moloi

‘I am locally based. My profit is boosting the economy of Qwaqwa. A lot of companies have head offices in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town . . . their profit is channelled out to the shareholders. We don’t have shareholders. It is my three sons and I in the company and we all live in Qwaqwa.’ – Ismail Kathrada

THE staff members of Qwaqwa Buy & Build Hardware. From the left are Nondale Mofokeng, James Mokoena, Lebohang Kebeqo, Shadrack Mothibedi, Gloria Mokoena, Themba Hlubi and Julia Mokoena.

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in Harrismith. Kathrada says the other thing that makes him different from other businesses is that his profit does not go out of Qwaqwa. “I am locally based. My profit is boosting the economy of Qwaqwa. A lot of companies have head offices in Johannesburg, Durban and Cape Town and that means

their profit is channelled out to the shareholders. “We don’t have shareholders. It is my three sons an I in the company and we all live in Qwaqwa. “The grandchildren are schooled here also.” He says he is tremendously happy with the support that he

has been getting from the Qwaqwa community. “We are giving value to our customers here. We fight on a continual basis with the suppliers to bring the prices down. We don’t just accept. “We are the cheapest in the hardware industry here in Qwaqwa,” Kathrada says.

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Pressure is on for Maluti, Warriors } Tladi Moloi

UNDER PRESSURE: Morena Ramorebudi, the coach of Maluti FET College, will be hoping to turn a corner at African Warriors’ expense.

QWAQWA. – The two struggling National First Division (NFD) outfits of Maluti FET College and African Warriors will lock horns in the Qwaqwa derby on Saturday at the Charles Mopeli Stadium in Qwaqwa. The two teams from Qwaqwa have been struggling to get their foot on the pedal since the beginning of the 2014-’15 season. The poor stint of results saw David Vilakaza being sacked by Warriors early this month, with Abraham Nteo taking charge. Warriors and Maluti are sitting 15th and 16th on the log table respectively. Warriors have only managed to collect six points in eight league encounters, while Maluti has picked up four in nine league games. The two teams come into this encounter with fresh wounds, having lost their weekend encounters to Milano United AFC and Baroka FC respectively. Maluti lost 1-2 to Milano, while Warriors was hammered 1-5 by Baroka. However, Warriors can still fight for positive results before the derby day as they welcome Vasco Da Gama at the Charles Mopeli Stadium today. Kick-off is at 15:30. Warriors and Maluti have both managed to win one game and the encounter on Saturday should surely produce results. Last season, the college boys avoided relegation after they finished third from bottom behind Roses United and Blackburn Rovers. The two coaches, Morena Ramorebudi of Maluti and Nteo, will be hoping to get three points to better their position on the log table and to bring back a winning mentality for the players. Going into this clash, Maluti has proven to be a better team going forward as they netted eight goals in their previous encounter, while their archrivals have found the back of the net six times this season. However, Warriors have conceded five goals less than Maluti who have conceded 20 in nine games.

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TAKING IT CALMLY: Abraham Nteo, the African Warriors mentor, will be hoping to get three points against Maluti FET College. Photos: Tladi Moloi

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PETR HAVENGA, a learner of the High School Reitz, has been selected as Express Eastern Free State’s SuperSport Let’s Play Sports Star of the Month for October. Photo: Supplied

REITZ. – Petr Havenga (18) a learner at the High School Reitz, has been selected as Express Eastern Free State’s SuperSport Let’s Play Sports Star of the Month for October due to his achievements in athletics, tennis and rugby. Petr is a multi-faceted sportsman who does well in all the sporting disciplines he competes in. For 2014, Petr was selected for the Eastern Free State combined u.17 and u.19 tennis team. He took part in the interprovincial championships in Klerksdorp. He was also part of the Eastern Free State team at the VKB Rugby Week. He plays in the wing position. Petr also has a number of impressive achievements in athletics. At the Athletics South Africa Championships in March, he achieved third place in the 400 m event and was part of the 4x400 m relay

He will now compete against all the other montly winners announced throughout the year for the coveted title of SuperSport Let’s Play Sports Star of the Year. team that also received a third place. He was part of the 4x100 m u.19 relay team that won the gold in the South African Schools competition. He was chosen for the South African athletics team to compete in the u.20 games in Bulawayo and Zimbabwe in December. Petr’s motto is: The harder you work, the luckier you are.

Petr is the last SuperSport Let’s Play Sports Star of the month for 2014 for Express Eastern Free State. He will now compete against all the other montly winners announced throughout the year for the coveted title of SuperSport Let’s Play Sports Star of the Year. The overall winner will be announced at a private function on 22 November.

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Sithole has been with Ea Lla Koto for the better part of his football career. He attended several coaching courses since being with the team and is expected to do well with the development team. He was given the task of guiding the first team on two occasions as a take-care coach but failed to produce the results proving the division too difficult for him to handle. However, it cannot be denied that he has worked with many of the experienced coaches and would have learnt a lot from them. These include Gordon Igesund, Owen da Gama and Kinnah Phiri and Steve Komphela. With the Motsepe League coming his way he seems quite adamant to win it. But a blind eye cannot be turned on his scouting experience in which he had been proven to be excellent over the

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