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Stad verval, verset wink Belastingbetalers hou die algemene verval van Polokwane as ‘n eens vooruitstrewende groeisentrum na ‘n derdewêreldse nedersetting met arendsoë dop terwyl hul geduld opraak met die toenemende onbeholpenheid en onvermoë van munisipale raadslede en amptenare om die stad progressief te bestuur. Om braaivleisvure draai gesprekke van inwoners toenemend om die munisipaliteit se wanaanwending van hul enorme maandelikse bydraes en versetaksies om die situasie te beredder.

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>> Mediese sentrum sonder water >> “Muni se swak diens kan nie aan die probleme toegeskryf word nie” - woordvoerder RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

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tuur kom nie omdat die oppervlak bloot blink gevee word wanneer groot geleenthede in die stad aangebied word. Inwoners praat toenemend van “bo blink en onder stink” en soek dringend antwoorde op vrae rondom die aanwending van hul enorme maandelikse bydraes tot die munisipale geldkoffers. Inwoners word daagliks met nuwe probleme gekonfronteer, hetsy dit verwant is aan hemelhoë munisipale rekeninge, watervoorsiening, slaggate, vullis of selfs die veiligheid van parke. Binne 48 uur die week (Maandag en Dinsdag) moes inwoners toekyk hoe duisende liter water in stormwaterpype verlore gaan nadat minstens vyf waterpype, hoofsaaklik in die Capricorn-gebied, gebars het. In Kleinenbergstraat het ‘n see van water vir ure die pad afgestroom sowel as in Burgerstraat toe ‘n pyp gebars het. Polokwane se uitvoerende burgemeester, Freddy Greaver, het tydens die laaste raadsvergadering erken dat inwoners besig is om hul geduld te verloor. Die watervoorsieningskwessie is aangespreek deur ‘n aansoek aan die minister van waterwese, Edna Molewa te stuur waarin die munisipaliteit vra om hul kwota water wat uit

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neem dat die mediese sentrum in Burgerstraat sedert Dinsdag sonder water is wat veroorsaak dat pasiënte weggewys moet word. ‘n Inwoner van Westenburg kla ook dat hy nie eens ‘n grasperk het nie maar maandeliks meer as R2 000 vir waterverbruik moet opdok. Munisipale bemarkings- en kommunikasiebestuurder, Tidimalo Chuene sê pype in die stad het niks te doen met die swak kwaliteitwerk wat deur die munisipaliteit gelewer word nie. “Erosie aan asbes- en sementwaterpype veroorsaak dat pype nie die drukking kan hanteer nie. Ons kan nie die drukking in die pype verminder nie omdat hoogliggende gebiede en geboue nie voldoende waterdruk sal hê nie,” sê sy. Sy sê die munisipaliteit het die afgelope twee finansiële jare R10 miljoen spandeer om pyplyne te vervang terwyl die beraamde koste om alle pype te vervang ongeveer R250 miljoen sal kos. Oor die groen munisipale swembad sê sy die tekort aan water wat deur die gebarste pype veroorsaak word het ook watervloei na die swembad beperk. Die ablusiegeriewe by die swembad se watertoevoer is ook afgesluit.

ready to provide detailed information on the development. The completion and functioning of the facility can be expected to boost the local economy by way of Polokwane’s geographical position en route to the rest of the continent. Polokwane Municipal Spokesperson, Matshidiso Mothapo said the hospital will be constructed on portions one to four of Erf 8137 Polokwane, extension 11 which were specifically rezoned for a private hospital and subservient uses. “However the proposed hospital is spread along portion five and the remainder which requires rezoning and consolidation,” he

explained. Application for rezoning and consolidation has been submitted and is being processed by the municipality. Mothapo further added that the hospital will be constructed in phases and the plans submitted and required for approval is for phase one which will host 100 beds. “Phase two will host an additional 100 beds bringing the total number of beds to 200. Once the rezoning of portion five has been completed, contractors will submit new drawings for the additional 100 beds,” Mothapo said. Completion of the hospital is expected at the end of 2015.

New hospital a reality RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com The much talked about private hospital to be constructed in Ster Park is set to become a reality soon and will not only provide extra health care facilities but also change the face of primary health care in the province. Judging from earth levelling and other activities on the site it can be assumed that construction is nearing the commencement phase. Polokwane Observer was informed that Netcare as well as other stakeholders will soon meet to discuss the way forward. Netcare’s communications department was however not

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die Ebenezerdam onttrek word, te verhoog. Die munisipaliteit verwag ook binnekort ‘n antwoord oor ‘n R200 m-belegging deur Lepelle Northern Water om die ou waterinfrastruktuur te vervang. Benewens die ongerief van waterpype wat bars en die gevolge wat dit veral vir besigheidseienaars inhou, laat die munisipale werkers al die afvalmateriaal en ou pype op sypaadjies agter nadat dit herstel is. Die onooglike gesig hou ook gevare vir voetgangers in. Die stad se paaie is besig om toenemend te verval. Slaggate vermeerder en vergroot op ‘n byna daaglikse basis en veroorsaak grootskaalse skade aan voertuie. Herstelwerk aan slaggate word so swak gedoen dat die asfalt binne dae uitgery of deur reën uitgespoel word. Die gate word soms net met grond opgevul. Met die winter om die draai is dit vir jong mense glad nie pret om die munisipale swembad te besoek nie. Die swembad is grasgroen en word deur lede van die publiek as ‘n plaasdam beskryf. Parke lê met vullis besaai, veral na naweke wanneer partytjies tot in die vroeë oggendure gehou word. Sien storie elders. Polokwane Observer het teen druktyd nog klagtes ontvang. Die publikasie het ver-

The Democratic Alliance (DA) has strongly condemned the Department of Health and Social Development for still remunerating their former Chief Financial Officer Friday Mushwana, who was suspended in 2012 after being fingered for being responsible for the financial woes of the department. In a recent media statement the DA stressed that Mushwana was the CFO at the time of the Health Department being placed under national administration along with four other provincial departments towards the end of 2011. He was also held

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accountable for the department’s regression from a qualified audit opinion to a disclaimer. According to the DA Limpopo Health spokesperson Desiree van der Walt, since Mushwana’s suspension in 2012, his case has not been finalised but he is still getting a full salary every month. “As Mushwana is still under internal investigation, the department cannot appoint a new CFO to sort out the financial crisis that the provincial health department is currently facing. Three people have already acted in his position which is a waste of taxpayers’ money. “The DA is deeply concerned about the manner in which the internal investigation has been delayed while the department is struggling to run its financial affairs. Therefore a proper and qualified CFO must be appointed

with immediate effect to manage the department’s coffers accordingly,” van der Walt explained. The DA has written a letter to the MEC of Health and Social Development, Dipou Letsatsi-Duba as well as National Treasury urging them to intervene and ensure that the investigation is finalised and come up with plans on how to recoup the money wasted in this matter. The Head of Communications for the Department of Health and Social Development, Adele van der Linde said Mushwana has not been suspended but is on a precautionary transfer at Treasury. She added that this was done by the National Administrator and the monies will be refunded to the department.

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ie gevolge van laatnag partytjies, onsedelikheid en kriminele aktiwiteite, waaronder dwelmhandel, by die Floraparkdam is groter as net die ooglopende gevare wat dit vir inwoners van die stad en onmiddellike omgewing inhou. Huiseienaars om die dam is moedeloos omdat die waarde van hul eiendom die afgelope jare drasties gedaal het. ‘n Inwoner wat 37 jaar in die omgewing woon, het Polokwane Observer genader omdat hy vertroueloos teen die skandelike gedrag van booswigte en kriminele baklei terwyl sy huis die afgelope 20 jaar in die mark is sonder ‘n gunstige aanbod deur ‘n potensiële koper. “Geen persoon stel belang om in die omgewing te koop nie want almal is bewus van die wangedrag wat naweke hier plaasvind. Dit is ‘n hool waar dronkaards wat tot in die vroeë oggendure lawaai, uithang. Die volgende dag is die mooi van die park met drankbottels, rommel en gebruikte kondome besaai,” sê die anonieme inwoner wat herhaaldelik beaam dat die polisie volgens hom niks aan die saak doen nie. “Die openbare toilette is die bron van alle kwaad omdat booswigte en haweloses daar slaap en dit die ideale plek is om dwelms te gebruik of te verkoop terwyl ander onheilighede ook

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daar uitbroei. Besoekers aan die dam het geen skaamte oor waar hulle urineer of seksuele omgang het nie.” Die toilette is nie net bekend vir die samedromming van kriminele aktiwiteite nie, maar leerders van nabygeleë skole hang ook gereeld daar uit en word aan die gevaarlike aktiwiteite blootgestel volgens die inwoner wat naby die toilette woon. Hy vertel van sy buurvrou wie se huis onlangs rot en kaal besteel is en dat ‘n kwaaddoener onlangs in die nag in sy erf gewaar is. “Ons vrees vir ons lewens. Ons is oud en kan onsself nie meer teen inbrekers of aanvallers verdedig nie. As ek kon sou ek my huis verniet weggegee het. Ons rapporteer alle misdrywe op ‘n gereelde basis, maar dit is asof die polisie en die munisipaliteit nie meer wil reageer nie,” sê hy. Wilsie Oosthuizen van RE/ MAX Northland Realty het bevestig dat eiendomme in die omgewing van die dam baie lank in die mark is ten spyte van lae pryse. “Mense stel nie belang om daar te koop nie as gevolg van al die booshede en onaangenaamhede wat daar plaasvind. Saterdae en Sondae se laataand partytjies het mense in die omgewing moedeloos en plaas ‘n demper op die verkoop van eiendom in die gebied,” sê Oosthuizen.

Munisipale woordvoerder, Matshidiso Mothapo sê misdaad moet by die polisie aangemeld word. “Die munisipaliteit se departement vir gemeenskapsveiligheid sal meer gereeld die gebied patrolleer om die veiligheid van besoekers te verseker. Indien enige hoë risikoaktiwiteite waargeneem word, sal die polisie se hulp ingeroep word. Provinsiale polisiewoordvoerder, kol Ronel Otto het bevestig dat misdaadgevalle daar plaasvind en dat die polisie op ‘n gereelde basis die gebied patrolleer en verdagte persone konfronteer.

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Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za One of the province’s oldest persons Ramaite Mogano celebrated her 110th birthday with her children and grand children at her home at Ga-Molepo village on Saturday. Mogano who was born on 4 February 1904 at Ga-Mogano, outside Ga-Molepo thanked God for giving her good health and strength. “I can’t believe I got this far. I just want to thank God for everything. I don’t know how many days i still have on this earth but I am glad to have more extra days,” Mogano said. She attributed her long lifespan to healthy lifestyle and abstinence

Koko Mogano celebrates her 110th birthday to societal ills. “I think those two are very important. I was very disciplined when I was growing up and I feared God. I respected my elders and I want to urge young people to do same, maybe then they might reach my age,” Mogano said. One of the granddaughters, Mmanyabela Molepo said she was happy to be part of the birthday celebrations. “It was a special day for the family and us as grandchildren. It was and still is emotionally fulfilling to see her ageing gracefully. We feel happy and privileged to still have someone like her in our lives. We are wishing her many more years of life to come,” Mmanyabela said.

Voter registration without incidents YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com

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Provincial Electoral Officer Nkaro Mateta addresses the media on Friday, ahead of the last voter registration weekend.

espite challenges like electoral officials having to cross rivers by foot and initially being denied access to voting stations, everything went well in Limpopo during this past voter registration weekend. According to IEC Limpopo Spokesperson Chris Ramafalo they at first had challenges with being granted access to voting stations but in the end managed to open all facilities across the province, also in the troubled Malamulele area. He mentioned that rain was a challenge in some areas such as Vhembe, where officials had to cross rivers by foot. During a media briefing in Polokwane on Friday, Provincial Electoral Officer Nkaro Mateta stated the 3 066 voting stations throughout the province, including the 109 in Malamulele, would be open from 08:00 to 17:00 on Saturday and Sunday. She referred to a two-day registration

period in Limpopo’s six correctional facilities with a population of 5 426 offenders having begun last Wednesday. Mateta said since the last registration weekend in November last year, the Electoral Commission had focussed substantial energy on increasing the opportunity for all South Africans eligible to vote to apply to register as voters.

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Maggie van Heerden provides particulars during her visit to the voter registration at Laerskool Pietersburg-Oos.

Samwu to approach ANC on Mayor’s conduct YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com

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Koko Ramaite Mogano (middle) with her children and grandchildren, Nkube Mogano, Ramatsimele Makgatho, Maredi Mogano, Mosehlana Mahlong and Mmanyabela Molepo on the occasion of her 110th birthday celebrations at Ga-Molepo village last Saturday.

A request by the South African Municipal Workers Union (Samwu) for a meeting with the soon to be elected leadership of the ruling party in Limpopo is expected to highlight the conduct of Blouberg Mayor Serite Sekgoloane, who allegedly attempted to sway officials of the institution to join a rival union during a year end party at Senwabarwana. Since, the membership of Samwu members in the employ of Blouberg Municipality perceived as instrumental in canvassing for Independent Mu-

nicipal and Allied Trade Union (Imatu) has been terminated, said Samwu Provincial Secretary Simon Mathe. He said they would attempt to raise the issue of Sekgoloane’s questionable conduct during a function for municipal officials at the municipal premises in December would be raised with the African National Congress (ANC) deployees to Limpopo if the newly elected leadership, expected to take up positions during a provincial conference on the weekend, would not address the matter. Providing a recording of a speech by Sekgoalane to municipal officials attending a year-end gathering late last

year, Mathe translated when referring to the mayor stating that all current Samwu shop stewards would be expelled one after the other. According to Mathe one of their shop stewards who is also a Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) branch chairperson had already been suspended for bringing the municipality into disrepute after seemingly raising issues of corruption at a public gathering in September last year. Mathe pointed out that the local Imatu branch was very weak and labelled it the reason why the mayor could canvas on their behalf. No response from Blouberg Municipality was forthcoming.

Police officials arrested for silencing rape victim KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com Two Police officials were arrested by the Hawks on Monday after alledgedly accepting a bribe of R9 000 from a suspected rapist for silencing his boyfriend, who is also the complainant in the matter. It is alleged that the AntiCorruption Unit of the Hawks arrested the two constables and the rape suspect after the victim decided to bring the matter to the

attention of the Police. Paul Ramaloko, spokesperson of the Hawks says it is alleged that two Constables based at the Giyani Police station near Gandlanani Village were called out on 27 December 2013 after receiving a complaint of alleged rape. “The 32-year old victim explained his rape ordeal to the officers and reported that the rape was allegedly committed by his 28-year old male partner. It is further alleged by the victim that the two officials influenced him to not press charges in return for a

R9 000 upfront payment made by the suspect.” Ramaloko says tthey shared the money between them. The victim later decided to bring the matter to the Police after he felt cheated as he had apparently expected the full amount of R9 000 to be given to him. Ronny Baloyi and his colleague Thambo Nsimbhini appeared in the Giyani Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday on charges of corruption along with the suspect who appeared on charges of corruption and rape.

Nog inwoners vertel van rampokker-misdaadspoor Na aanleiding van die berig in verlede week se uitgawe waarin Johan van der Merwe vertel het van ‘n aanval op hom deur twee jonges tydens ‘n oefensessie, is Polokwane Observer oorval met oproepe van inwoners wat klaarblyklik onder die hande van dieselfde boosdoeners deurgeloop het. Die slagoffers se beskrywing van die jeugdiges, tussen 18 en 20 jaar oud, se netjiese voorkoms en modus operandi, maak ‘n sterk saak uit dat dié tweemanbende lank reeds ongehinderd ‘n skrikbewind van misdaad in bykans al die voorstede, asook die middestad van Polokwane voer. Stappers, drawwers en fietsryers loop onder die twee deur en hul metode is telkens dieselfde: Die

slagoffer(s) word onverhoeds oorweldig en aggressief met ‘n mes gedreig waartydens eise gestel word om persoonlike besittings, veral selfone, aan hulle te gee waarna hulle doodluiters van die toneel wegstap. Rita du Plessis en haar seun, Ruben (15), het verlede Donderdag oudergewoonte in Loganstraat, Eduanpark gedraf en later gestap. Hulle is skielik van voor deur twee mans gegryp en met ‘n mes met ‘n lang geriffelde lem gedreig toe hulle hul probeer teësit het: “We gonna hurt you, you will die,” is aan hul gesê. Rita sê sy en haar seun het besef dit is nie die moeite werd om hulle lewens in gevaar te stel nie en aan die twee die besittings oorhandig waarop hulle aangedring het. Die twee,

wat netjies geklee was, het daarna doodluiters weggestap met die horlosie, ‘n selfoon en die slagoffers se tekkies. ‘n Ander leser vertel dat hy op ‘n soortgelyke wyse in Hillarystraat aangeval is. ‘n Fietsryer sê hy is ook by Aalwynkop deur twee jeugdiges oorval. Nadat hy ook met ‘n mes gedreig is, is sy fiets, al sy toerusting en ‘n duur hartmonitor geroof. Adjudant-offisier Lesiba Ramoshaba bevestig wel die voorval van Rita en haar seun. ‘n Saak van diefstal en roof word ondersoek, maar niemand is in hierdie stadium nog gearresteer nie. Hy doen ‘n beroep op mense met inligting om adjudant-offisier Jackie Makgoba by 082 460 1015 te skakel.

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esidents living on the smallholdings at Palmietfontein on the outskirts of Polokwane have expressed their dissatisfaction with the operations of a dog food factory that opened its doors two months ago on Plot 63. According to the chairperson of the Community Policing Forum (CPF) Mathibela Selepe, the odour emanating from the boiler at the factory has community members up in arms. Selepe said the Palmietfontein CPF received a complaint from residents in the area at the end of December regarding the activities at the factory. Members of the CPF then visited the plant with environmental officials from both the Capricorn District Municipality (CDM) and Polokwane Municipality to see if the factory had the necessary permits to operate in Palmietfontein. On closer inspection the factory was found to be operating illegally and a five-day notice was issued to the owners to cease

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production at the premises. However, the notice was ignored and production continued at the factory leading to the case being referred to the legal department at Polokwane Municipality three weeks ago for further action to be taken against the owners. Plot 63 is presently being rented from the owner Robby Hein, who is aware of complaints by people living nearby, but is presently residing in Johannesburg. The boilers and equipment used to manufacture the dog food were installed towards the end of 2013 on the plot by the owner of the business, who says he is producing the dog food for a company based in Johannesburg. The Head of Communications at Polokwane Municipality, Tidimalo Chuene confirmed that several notices have been handed to the owners of the factory and that dog food production still continues. “The matter has been handed over to our legal department for a court order to be issued compelling the owner to cease operations,” Chuene explained.

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Rabies kills four in Limpopo

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ollowing four rabies related deaths in Limpopo the past year, The Department of Health and Social Development has issued staunch warnings for residents of the province to immediately seek help after being bitten or scratched by an animal suspected of being rabid. This warning stems from the fourth occurrence of a rabies related death since April 2013 reported in the Malamulele area. Adele van der Linde, spokesperson for the Department of Health and Social Development says the incidences of human rabies in

Limpopo is approximately three deaths per financial year and most of these deaths are reported in the Vhembe district. “Rabies is a prevalent and re-emerging disease and comes across particularly in rural areas with high human densities. This is also the leading viral disease which is of veterinary and public health significance.” Van der Linde explains that in fighting the war against a preventable disease such as rabies, the department conducted a series of training sessions at all health institutions in Vhembe in 2013 focussing on case management and the prevention of human rabies. “We also conducted annual road shows in Vhembe and

Mopani during the month of September, which is World Rabies Month, to broaden knowledge and awareness of the disease.” She mentioned in ending that the Department of Agriculture has also recently been conducting free vaccinations of pets in the province. Selby Makgotho, Spokesperson for Agriculture says the department has noted that the main areas of incidences are in Vhembe and Makhado and thus the main awareness campaigns will be taking place there. “I have no dates for these workshops or vaccination opportunities but will let the media know as soon as I do. All I know is that the Capricorn District will only be reached in March.”

LNW to build toilets at Mmanare Lepelle Northern Water (LNW) as an entity of government continues to heed and honour the call by President Jacob Zuma and Premier Stan Mathabatha to accelerate service delivery in the province to better the lives of the people. LNW acting Chief Executive, Phineus Legodi met with the admistration of Mmanare Secondary School in Moletji to inform them that LNW intends building 10 Enviro Loo toilets at the school with immediate effect. Legodi and the LNW Board expressed concern about the condition of ablution facilities at schools following the recent death of Grade R learner Michael Komape who drowned in a dilapidated pit toilet at Mahlodumela Primary School in Chebeng. “After visiting the area last week, LNW took a decision to intervene as part of bettering the lives of the people and social

responsibility. We must never compromise the dignity of our people. A country that doesn’t invest in its people and education is good as dead. We were touched by the death of the lad who died after falling in a pit toilet. We commit to work closely with the Department of Education to ensure that such incidents don’t recur in our province,” Legodi said. Mmanare Secondary School Principal, Mandla Teffo said they are happy to receive help from LNW. “Their intervention will restore the dignity of the learners. This will indeed assist our school and the education system. Their intervention is not for the school but for the community,” Teffo said. LNW, Communication Officer, Simon Mpamonyane said they will hand over school uniforms to 10 schools in the Zebediela area tomorrow (Friday).

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Jacaranda FM, South Africa’s only privately owned commercial radio station to broadcast in the four northernmost provinces of Gauteng, Mpumalanga, North-West and Limpopo is taking the station directly to their Mpumalanga and Limpopo listeners, from 16 February 2014 to 1 March 2014 as part of the Rian Love Tour. The route will begin in BelaBela on 16 February and moving into Modimolle on 17 February, Mookgophong on 17 and 18 February, Mokopane on 18 February, Tzaneen on 18 and 19 February, Moria 19 February, Makhado 19 and 20 February and ending in Polokwane on 20 and 21 February. The bold idea called Rian Love Tour sprouted from an eager Limpopo listener’s call in to Jacaranda FM’s Complimentary Breakfast show host Rian van Heerden and his team asking them when they last visited Bela-Bela. The unexpected call caused much excitement, prompting fellow listeners to call the station with more visit requests, from

the smallest dorpie in Limpopo to Mpumalanga’s capital city, Mbombela. Rian and the team felt that there was no better way to honour their faithful supporters, but to hit the road, stopping off in various towns to thank the fans for their support over the last 28 years. As a result, station management have decided to send the entire Complimentary Breakfast Team, Rian van Heerden, Dianne Broodryk, Robbie Kruse and Thabiso Khambule on the Jacaranda FM Love Tour. General Manager of the Station, Kevin Fine commented on the station’s rationale behind taking on such mammoth campaign, it became obvious very quickly that our listeners in the regions have been dying for meaningful interactions with the presenters, who they tune into everyday without fail. The Love Tour serves as an opportunity for Jacaranda FM to say thank you for all the years’ loyal support and give little ‘love’ back to the people in these areas.

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t could be seen as coming full circle for the African National Congress (ANC) task team in Limpopo when ruling party structures return to the University of Limpopo for a decisive election of new leadership on the weekend. It was on the same campus where a mass congregation was informed of the appointment of the provincial task team one Sunday afternoon almost a year ago. Having been given a threefold mandate of uniting and rebuilding ANC structures in Limpopo and begin a process of bringing to an end institutionalised factionalism in the province, leading a vigorous and dynamic 2014 election campaign and taking the province to conference, the Provincial Task Team (PTT) has reached the stage of finally being able to pull off a much-anticipated elective conference.

Reflecting on the road less travelled PTT Coordinator Joy Matshoge told a press contingent in Polokwane on Tuesday that the eleven-month journey had not been a bed of roses, but rather a sometimes rocky odyssey filled with numerous potholes.

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African National Congress (ANC) Provincial Task Team (PTT) Convenor Philemon Mdaka raises a point at Tuesday’s press conference. To the left is PTT Coordinator Joy Matshoge.

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She said the press conference had been called to announce that the life of the PTT had come to an end. “The great question of the day is simple: has the PTT delivered?” She continued stating: “The answer to the above question is unequivocal. Yes, the PTT has delivered!” The weekend programme will ensure slots for PTT Convenor Philemon Mdaka to deliver his political report, Matshoge to outline the state of the organisation in her report and PTT Treasurer Thembi Nwendamutsu to reflect on the finances of the organisation in her report. Matshoge further said delegates would apply their minds to, among others, issues of economic and social transformation, organisational renewal and political education. Since the conference takes place in an election year, delegates would further be expected to thoroughly interrogate the ANC elections manifesto launched in Mbombela by President Jacob Zuma on 8 January this year.

AfriForum wil stad se rioolaanleg besoek RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com Regstappe kan moontlik teen die Polokwane Munisipaliteit geneem word indien hulle vanjaar weer die burgerregte-organisasie, AfriForum weier om die plaaslike rioolaanleg te besoek om watermonsters te neem. Volgens die organisasie se Limpopoorganiseerder, Morné Mostert is AfriForum verlede jaar geweier om monsters te neem wat deel van hul nasionale Blou- en Groendruppel-takprojek is. “Een van die redes wat die munisipaliteit verlede jaar aangevoer het waarom ons nie die rioolaanleg kon besoek nie, was dat hulle besig was om van die

sluise skoon te maak en daarom sou die water wat in die rivier inloop nie aan die standaarde voldoen nie,” sê Mostert. AfriForum het vanjaar weer ‘n brief aan die munisipale bestuurder, Connie Mametja gerig om toestemming te vra om die aanleg te besoek en monsters te neem. Gisteroggend (Woensdag) het Mostert gesê hy het nog geen terugvoering van die munisipaliteit ontvang nie. “Hulle kan nie aanhou verskonings maak nie. Ons sal daarop aandring om die water te toets al moet ons regshulp inroep,” sê hy. ‘n Deel van die Blou- en Groendruppel-takprojek is om watermonsters te neem en te ontleed sodat die munisipaliteite wat aan die standaarde voldoen,

erkenning daarvoor kry. Mostert sê verder dat AfriForum se 125 plaaslike takke almal dié projek steun en dat dit ‘n nasionale regulasie is wat juis ingestel is om die omgewing en die gemeenskap te beskerm. “Alle monsters word deur ‘n onafhanklike Suid-Afrikaanse Nasionale Akkreditasiesisteem se geakkrediteerde laboratorium ontleed,” sê hy. Munisipale woordvoerder, mnr Matshidiso Mothapo het teen druktyd gesê die munisipaliteit het ‘n oproep van ‘n AfriForum-verteenwoordiger ontvang na aanleiding van die brief. “Die persoon is ingelig om ‘n formele skrywe aan die munisipaliteit te rig, maar nog niks is deur die munisipaliteit ontvang nie,” sê hy.

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100 Lim students leave for Cuba

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>> R24 million from provincial budget put aside for the programme

Kenneth Mabotja, one of the students leaving for Cuba talks about the group’s excitement and pride at being chosen to represent Limpopo on an international level. Photos: Keshia Jansens van Rensburg

Premier Stanley Mathabatha and Acting MEC for the Department of Health and Social Development Rudolph Phala dance for joy at the farewell ceremony of 100 Limpopo students leaving for Cuba to train as doctors. KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com

send-off function for 100 students from schools in Limpopo was held at the Provincial Hospital on Friday after their inclusion in the Nelson Mandela Fidel Castro Medical Programme that has since 1999 been successfully training local doctors-to-be in Cuba for placement in hospitals and institutions around Limpopo. Although the function was scheduled to start an hour prior to its actual commencement the spirit of pride amongst all attending the farewell and the blessing of the students was evident. According to the Provincial Health

Spokesperson Macks Lesufi the department has since 1999 sent over 190 students to study in Cuba and some of them have already returned and are currently serving in communities across Limpopo as qualified doctors. “This move forms part of a long-standing partnership between South Africa and Cuba to assist each other in the field of medicine. Furthermore the agreement between the two countries encompasses Cuba sending its own doctors to work in Limpopo to ease the burden of shortages of medical personnel.” Premier Stanley Mathabatha during the farewell said an amount of R24 million from the provincial budget was put side for the programme and that the students who will all be leaving on flights to Cuba by tomorrow (Friday) will be the pride of Limpopo, going forth to improve the dire shortages of doctors in Limpopo, which currently stands at 2,1 doctors for every 10 000 people needing medical assistance.

Mapungubwe Arts Festival dates announced Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The Mapungubwe Festival will take place on 22 and 23 March after it was postponed last year following the death of former President Nelson Mandela and the ensuing national period of mourning. MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture, Merriam Ramadwa yesterday (Wednesday) announced the new dates. First on the programme is the Mapungubwe Gospel Festival set for 22 March when gospel giants, Rebecca Malope, Debra Fraser, Solly Moholo, Winnie Mashaba, Worship House, Hlengiwe Mhlaba and Sfiso Ncwane will entertain their hordes of local followers at the Polokwane Cricket Grounds. The second day will see the likes of Afro Soul group Mafikizolo,

Selaelo Selota, The Soil, Kurt Darren, Toya DeLazy, Uhuru and Mi Casa delight their fans during the Jazz Festival. Ramadwa when announcing the dates remarked: “This event it is not just a festival, but a provincial brand that we have been having for almost ten years now. During this festival we encourage tourism in our province which has positive economic spin-offs. This event fosters social cohesion, unity and nation building for the diverse population in our country. It will be a perfect opportunity for our people to spend their leisure time together and to say to the rest of the World, South Africa is today a far much better place than it was before in 1994. We are saying to our people they must come in numbers and enjoy the entertainment by South African artists who will be performing on these two days.”

Department of Labour reveals new strategy to eradicate anomalies Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The Department of Labour’s Inspection and Enforcement Services (IES) has a new strategy in their mandate to eradicate, amongst other anomalies, the plight of vulnerable workers, child labour and deaths and injuries at workplaces. This is according to a statement released on Tuesday by Department of Labour Spokesperson Johannes Mokou. According to Mokou the death and injury toll experienced in various workplaces the previous years, will be a thing of the past if this plan is followed to the letter. “The first thing that will be done going forward is to strengthen the enforcement arm of the inspectors to ensure that the level of compliance reaches sky high.” “This will be done through our strengthened relations with law enforcement agencies such as the Police, Labour Court as well as magistrate’s courts in all regions within the province, and the improvements in the quality of our investigations and report writing,” the statement read. “We have also toughened our Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) team by roping in specialists and professionals in this field in order to ensure that the lives of the workers, especially in the high risk sectors are saved

through our interventions.” High risk sectors include construction, chemical as well as iron and steel. “In addition to our normal day-to-day inspections, extra focus will be put on non-strategic sectors such as the mortuary, clothing and textile, cleaning, petrol stations, hospitals and civil engineering sectors this year onwards.” Mokou stated: “A number of blitz inspection programmes have been planned to this effect. We will spare a week or two for every sector that we regulate where our inspectors will target sector per sector in this period.” These sectors include, among others, private security, domestic, wholesale and retail, taxi, hospitality, forestry, as well as contract cleaning. “The blitz inspection programmes help us to make an impact in a given sector and it also increases our visibility because we go to one employer as a group.” Mokou further said the department encourages employers to make use of inspectorate visits to learn more about labour legislations. “Employers must not hide when they see a labour inspector coming to inspect them; this should be taken as an opportune time to ask questions and learn more about easy methods of compliance with the legislations,” he advised.

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Ranch Resort chef’s table: by exclusive invite only YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com

ake a host of brand ambassadors from various industries; add a masterful chef with an impeccable taste for deconstructing food and servings of delectable cuisine paired with liquid gold from the best wine estates... The result, an unforgettable Friday evening dining experience at the chef’s table within the confines of the busy kitchen of Protea Hotel Ranch Resort. Ten individuals were privy to a unique occurrence that carried a label of exclusivity when the establishment opened up its kitchen for a notable culinary journey destined to fast becoming talk of the town. Kept in the dark until the moment of the big reveal, guests first met for funky cocktails under a clear Limpopo sky before being whisked away to a six-course dinner at the table of Protea Hotel Ranch Resort Executive Chef Daniel Gee. Extending well into the night, it was an event characterised by sublime cuisine perfectly paired with bubbly or wine and good conversation that saw guests simply demanding future invites. The party list was made up of Polokwane Municipal Manager Connie Mametja, acting Limpopo Tourism Agency Chief Conventions Bureau Officer Seipati Tlaka, South African Chefs Association General Manager Graham Donet and wife Joan, Lexus Sales Manager Marthinus Beukes and wife René, who is coowner of Pro Brick and Pave, Johannesburgbased media strategist Jason van der Berg, Protea Hotel Ranch Resort Marketing and Human Resource Manager Paul Shearer and Protea Hotel Ranch Resort Guest Relations Manager Marion Landsberg. Dining among ovens, hobs, pots and pans characteristic of an industrial kitchen guests

were treated to a first course of tomato jelly with deep fried mozzarella, crisp basil and pine nut tuille served with chilled Pongracz Brut Champagne. The golden liquid also served as accompaniment to the subsequently served watermelon gazpacho with dill, cucumber and feta flavours. What followed was prawn tempura with mango coulis, pickled peppers, black sesame and coconut foam paired with Mulderbosch Chenin Blanc 2011. The trio of quail breast, leg confit and ravioli with truffle cream sauce with De Meye Chardonnay 2013 afterwards solicited most votes as preferred dish on the menu. The spring loin of lamb with barley risotto, roast carrots, spinach puree and crisp garlic jus enhanced

by Warwick First Lady Cabernet Sauvignon proved to hold its own among the elements that came together for a remarkable sensory experience. To top it all Gee surprised with sublime chocolate and peanut butter fondant with caramel ice-cream and blueberries with Allesverloren port for dessert. Aptly a compilation of the music Gee favoured played in the background. During dinner conversation Donet bestowed kudos on Gee, whose invite to a chef’s table he could just not turn down. “Dining is more about the experience than the food and the price and this is a wonderful way of doing it.” Saying it was very rare to get invited to a chef’s table, he indicated

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Protea Hotel Ranch Resort Executive Chef Daniel Gee and Head Chef Isaac Legodi give Polokwane Municipal Manager Connie Mametja (left) and acting Limpopo Tourism Agency Chief Conventions Bureau Officer Seipati Tlaka a taste of preparations for Friday evening’s sumptuous dinner.

he loved Gee’s take on food. Donet further stressed that Gee used initiative to deconstruct items such as the original Caprese salad, of which similar ingredients were used for the starter. According to him it was a sign of a good chef nowadays as it was an industry where many were not confident enough and experienced to give it a twist. “He’s confident to play with his food.” Something that was worthy of mention, he said, was the fact that Gee developed the chefs on his team so as not to keep knowledge to himself. Shearer explained Protea Hotel Ranch Resort chef’s table gatherings would be by exclusive invite only. “To us this is going to be our approach this year in entertaining clients of many years, but still offer them something different while never compromising on the experience,” he described the add-on to the array of offers on the Protea Hotel Ranch Resort menu that makes provision for treats varying from a game of golf and lazy Sunday buffets at Basil’s Fine Dining Restaurant to spa treatments and lion walks. The responses all round amounted to the experience being described in profound terms, from “Absolutely fabulous” and “Exquisite, surreal” to “I’m in awe. It’s unbelievable. It’s fresh” and “It was such a great experience which I would definitely do if I get invited. I didn’t know what to expect. Now you see where the good food comes from when staying at Protea Hotel Ranch Resort. The food was out of this world and a great pairing with the wine.” With top chef Gee, who hails from Liverpool, at hand to enlighten guests on what he prepared especially for the occasion it was an indulgence that one actually would have wanted to keep top secret. Surely the evening could be considered a priceless happening that generally wouldn’t feature on a Polokwane bucket list.

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Lindy Wilson, Democratic Alliance Provincial Chairperson and Wisani, a young member of the Disteneng community.

DA intensifies their election campaign >> People no longer buy into the ANC’s lies HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za While dismayed Disteneng residents reportedly showed a party of municipal councillors the door last Wednesday during an attempted door-to-door campaign, a group of Democratic Alliance (DA) members, including Premier Designate Langa Bodlani, were warmly received by the community on Thursday. Bodlani said they were happy to be welcomed by the community and to continue with their campaign in the area without any disturbance. “We were told that ANC coun-

cillors were chased away by the community last Wednesday. We are glad to be well received by the community. It shows that people no longer buy into the ANC’s lies,” Bodlani said. Led by its Provincial Chairperson, Lindy Wilson the group interacted with the community and informed them of the party’s election policy. “We want people to vote for us because we are the only party parallel to the ANC in terms of experience in government. Corruption is rife in Limpopo under the ANC lead government and members are stealing the resources that are ment for service delivery. We are the only party that can hold the ANC to account and make sure that people get services,” Bodlani said.

Possible electricity outage for city and Seshego RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Polokwane Municipality has issued a notice of a possible electricity outage in Polokwane and Seshego on Saturday and Sunday when Eskom intends on doing maintenance work to electricity lines. The notice, issued by municipal Marketing and Communications Manager Tidimalo Chuene, states that Eskom has planned maintenance work on the 132 kV

lines and that some equipment will also be tested. “The planned maintenance is scheduled from 22:00 on Saturday until 17:00 on Sunday. Residents and businesses in the city as well as Seshego are therefore alerted of a possible power outage.” Chuene also advised residents to switch off all electrical appliances in order to avoid any damage to property and further to consider all wires to be live during the downtime.

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early 1 500 young athletes from schools in the Polokwane Cluster were left in the lurch at Seshego Stadium last Friday after the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture and Education failed to organise public liability insurance for their Polokwane Cluster Athletics meeting. The mishap dented the aspirations of athletes from the Seshego, Pietersburg, Mohlaloga, Mahume, Maraba and Kolotic cluster who were eager to participate in the event scheduled to commence at 9:00 on Friday. After arriving as early as 6:00 in some cases, learners and educators had to wait until around noon before they were informed of the postponement of the event to a later date. “We want a commission of enquiry to investigate the matter. It is a serious concern to us educators, parents and coaches. How can the department be oblivious of such,” an educator who spoke on condition of anonymity, insisted. “The people who were supposed to organise the public liability insurance have failed the learners dismally. We are concerned that sport in schools, especially athletics is losing value

because of poor management by the department. We were supposed to be at our respective schools but instead were stuck outside a locked stadium which was supposed to be available for the event. This kind of situation kills the morale of the learners,” the educator, one of more than 100 who accompanied the learners, said. One of the parents, who asked to speak on condition anonymity, said they felt let down by both departments and all involved stakeholders. “Our children practise hard for these events because it is a privilege to them. I took a day’s leave to support my child and it became a wasted day. We feel hard done by the organisers because they don’t respect the sport and it is not a matter of importance to them. We arrived at the stadium at 7:00 for the event and were left standing hopeless outside the stadium,” the parent said. The Spokesperson for the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, Khathu Sadiki said they were aware of the athletics competitions taking place in the province. “The competitions that were supposed to take place at Seshego Stadium last week are at circuit level and as a result the logistical arrangements such as public liability for competitions are the responsibility

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of the Department of Education. The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture is responsible for public liability from district to provincial and national level,” Sadiki explained. Department of Education Spokesperson, Phuti Seloba said they are aware of the situation and investigating the matter. “Look, it was a Polokwane cluster schools athletics competition not necessarily a provincial event. We don’t know who organised the event. We are now being called because leaners are involved. It is common knowledge that there must be public liability insurance for any event. No one should make learners leave school without a clear reason. Someone must account for the time the learners lost while waiting outside Seshego Stadium,” Seloba said. The Chairperson of Polokwane Cluster Athletics, Mokgadi Chueu said they have decided to postpone the event until both departments organise public liability insurance. Public liability is part of tort law. Torts are civil wrongs recognised by law as grounds for a lawsuit. These wrongs result in an injury or harm constituting the basis for a claim by the injured party. An applicant usually sues the respondent under common law based on negligence and or damages.

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Athletes, coaches and parents gathered at Seshego Stadium from as early as 06:00 only to be told around noon that the athletics meeting scheduled for primary schools in the Polokwane cluster had been cancelled.

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DA to Coghsta over muni reports RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

he Democratic Alliance (DA) is turning to the Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (Coghsta) MEC, Ishmael Kgetjepe to demand action against the Greater Tubatse and Sekhukhune District municipalities for failing to submit their 2012/2013 annual reports on time. The Municipal Finance Management Act prescribes that annual reports must be tabled within seven months after the financial year-end which ended in June. In a telephonic interview the DA’s Premier Designate, Langa Bodlani explained that if a municipality fails to submit its report it is alleged that they are withholding information from council. “As the council oversees the executive committee it can also be alleged that the municipality will also fail to explain what they have done with the money regarded as fruitless expenditure,” he said. The mayors of these municipalities were supposed to have provided written explanation to their respective councils, something they have not done yet. He said the purpose of insisting on tabling these reports is to make sure that councils exercise proper oversight in the manner in which municipalities are run. Bodlani added that municipalities should implement serious procedures for municipal office bearers to face the consequences when they fail to do their work. “The Auditor General’s (AG) report on the state of municipalities lamented the lack of consequence for officials when they are not doing their duties,” he said. During a media briefing on 4 December after a provincial oversight meeting was held the day before, Kgetjepe admitted that Limpopo’s municipalities have the highest backlogs in basic services, are financially distressed and some have the highest number of informal settlements and are under-spending on their infrastructure grant. “We needed to present to ourselves as leadership facts as to the state of affairs in our

municipalities, bleak as it is and deliberate that a lot has to change, wrongs must be made right and that issues of concern must be addressed as a matter of urgency,” Kgetjepe said. On annual reports he said: “Most municipalities received negative audit outcomes due to lack of internal controls, lack of basic skills and non-compliance with relevant legislation. Most municipalities owe water boards and Eskom and they are not implementing Provincial Debt Forum resolutions.” Kgetjepe cited that the department will continue to ensure that municipalities improve their record management, conduct frequent bank reconciliations and also improve compliance with supply chain management. Coghsta Spokesperson, Motupo Selomo said no request to take action against the two municipalities was received yet neither could he confirm if the MEC is already aware of the issue. Bodlani concluded that should nothing come from the MEC’s office the DA will then turn to South African Local Government Association (Salga) to report the matter. Sekhukhune District Municipality’s Media Liaison Officer, Khomotso Ndlovu did not provide any reason why they failed to submit the annual report, but said that the municipality took the undertaking to submit it before tomorrow (Friday). Attempts to contact the Greater Tubatse Municipality’s communications department failed. Capricorn District Municipality confirmed that council has approved their annual report and is available for viewing. Polokwane municipal Marketing and Communications Manager, Tidimalo Chuene said Polokwane Municipality tabled its annual report in line with the provisions but council in its resolution noted that the annual report is incomplete due to the outstanding AG report for the year 2012/2013. “The municipality is still awaiting the AG report. As soon as the report is received, the complete report will be sent to council for approval,” she said. Photo: Supplied

MECs for Safety, Security and Liaison, Joyce Mashamba and Sport, Arts and Culture, Merriam Ramadwa (middle) with members of Ga-Molepo community during the handover of Ga-Molepo community library last Thursday.

New library for Ga-Molepo Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The MECs for Sport, Arts and Culture, Merriam Ramadwa and Safety, Security and Liaison, Joyce Mashamba last Thursday handed over a community library to the residents of GaMolepo. Spokesperson for the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, Khathu Sadiki said the GaMolepo Library is one of 11 libraries built by the department in the past six years. “It also

marks the 20th celebration of our hard earned democracy,” Sadiki said. “This project commenced on 9 November and was completed in 2012. The Department has made a total investment of R6,2 million on this project with the aim to promote information literacy and encourage lifelong culture of reading and learning and also provide equitable and optimal access to information to our people,” added Sadiki. He further urged community members to look after the library and not allow people to vandalise it.

Mall of the North welcomes new neighbours KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com In a bid to make all the neighbours in their vicinity feel right at home, representatives from Mall of the North visited the recently established Curro Northern Academy Secondary to welcome them to the neighbourhood on Friday. Rene van der Merwe from Mall of the North says the centre has since its onset been very passionate about the community and involving them in activities to draw business and institutions in the area closer to each other. “We focus on positive and constructive ways to involve the community in our mall, such as providing tours to schools and supporting and acknowledging our local sports teams, charities and educational institutions.” Van der Merwe explains that Mall of the North’s success greatly relies on being an asset to the community through aiming to make a positive difference on many levels. Goodie bags were handed out to learners from Northern Academy Secondary, wishing them

good luck in their academic year and welcoming them to the neighbourhood. These goodie bags were put together thanks to various sponsors from Mall of the North, including DisChem, Absa, Old Mutual, Cardies, Michaelangelo’s, Fragrance Boutique, Vision Works, The Body Shop, Torga Optical, PNA, Wakaberry. Mugg and Bean and African Bank. Photo: Keshia Jansens van Rensburg

Rene van der Merwe and Tabitha Lekganyane from Mall of the North handing over the Welcome to the Neighbourhood Goodie bags on Friday to Bertus Koekemoer, Hostel Headmaster at Curro Northern Academy Secondary School.

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Malesela Dikgale, Chairperson of the House of Traditional Leaders and fellow member Mudavula Chauke during the announcement of the 2014 initiation season on Monday.

House of traditional leaders envisage successful initiation school season >> Precautionary measures to be followed >> Achieve a clean slate Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

Chairperson of the House of Traditional Leaders, Malesela Dikgale is confident that they can achieve a clean slate in this year’s initiation school season. Dikgale was addressing the media during the 2014 initiation schools preparations meeting on Monday at the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs. Last year saw a successful initiation school programme with initiates from 142 legal initiation schools in the province returning to their respective homes unscathed. “We will pull out all the stops to ensure that they have a successful season. The preparations are afoot. The initiation schools are scheduled to commence on 20 June and end on 18 July. We have already opened for submissions of applications to conduct initiation schools and the closing date wil be 28 February. We are doing this because we don’t want late applications and we want everyone to follow procedure,” Dikgale said. He also added that on 18 March a workshop will be staged for all senior traditional leaders who qualify for initiation school permits. “The purpose of the workshop is to brief and prepare the initiation schools stakeholders on precautionary measures to be followed in order to have a smooth process during the period,” he explained. “We are also calling upon parents to verify with their respective traditional authorities the legitimacy of initiation schools they intend sending their children to. We are doing this because we want parents to feel comfortable during the process and not stress a lot, because their children will be gone for too long. It is better if the know the legitimacy of the initiation school, it becomes a relaxing situation when a parent knows the kind of school his child has gone to,” Dikgale said. He also added that they will maintain a zero tolerance approach to people who take chances and run initiation schools without permits. “We are going to be strict this year. No person will be allowed to run an initiation school without a valid permit issued to him or her in terms of Section 2 (1) of the Northern Province Circumcision Schools Act No.6 of 1996. There will be severe consequences if we find those kind of people,” Dikgale said.

AG report on muni money matters out next week YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com The final Auditor-General’s report on the status of the financial affairs of Polokwane Municipality for the past financial year is still being awaited. According to Limpopo Auditor-General Dirk Strydom the final report was not yet available and they have set themselves a target for next Friday. Currently external consultations were impacting on the process, he said. He pointed out that Polokwane Municipality had a month from the date of receiving the report for it to be tabled.

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CRIME shorts Miner shot dead A 47-year-old Warrant Officer from Northam in Limpopo was arrested on Sunday after investigations by the Independent Police Investigative Directorate (IPID) concluded his alleged involvement in the death of a Lonmin miner during protests on Friday. Spokesperson for the IPID, Moses Dlamini says the officer was arrested on Sunday after Shadow Ncedani was killed during a protest on Friday, allegedly after striking miners started throwing rocks at Police officials. “According to information we have received is that the Police used shotguns with rubber bullets to try and disperse the protestors. It is alleged that the officer fired shots at the crowd with a R5 rifle, instantly killing the 32-year-old man.” The strike at Lonmin mine outside Northam has been raging since the end of January as workers and their unions are demanding a monthly basic salary of R12 500.

Illegal cigarette situation in Limpopo worsens

At least thirty-eight foreign nationals were arrested following a month long operation held by the Hawks in partnership with the Beit Bridge port of entry and Border Control Unit. Hawks Provincial Head Dibero Molatjana says it was noticed during this month long operation to curb the influx of illegal cigarettes that the syndicates have now changed their modus operandi and that they are now rather using luxury vehicles to transport and import these illicit products. “The syndicates are now creating compartments in luxury vehicles instead of heavy duty trucks or busses, in order to avoid detection.

During this month long operation research also showed that the illicit trade accounted for more than 30% of the total cigarette market in South Africa, with 55% of the products coming from Zimbabwe.

Landmark judgement for Matome Maponya

After charges were dropped against Mokgadi Kgohloane, wife of ex-Premier Cassel Mathale, and other directors of Blue Platinum Mine Ventures in the Maake Magistrate’s Court recently, Matome Maponya who took the rap for all the transgressions, was sentenced to five years in prison last week, suspended on the condition of rehabilitating the damages caused by the mine. The rehabilitation of the areas damaged by the mine is estimated to cost approximately R6,8 million and the court expects this to be done within three months.

19 arrested for Sangoma’s death

Nineteen people appeared in the Giyani Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday after being arrested over the weekend for their allegedly involvement in the killing of a 72-year old traditional healer. According to Police Spokesperson Ronel Otto, the accused are facing charges of murder and public violence after allegedly setting a woman alight who was accused of allegedly bewitching a man who had committed suicide the previous week. “The man was buried on Sunday and after the funeral the group of people allegedly went to her house, dragged her from the house and burned her alive.” Fifteen of the 19 suspects were remanded in custody pending further investigation.

Scopa applauds Coghsta’s performance RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com The Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs (Coghsta) is the perfect example of a structure of top managers working hand in hand to ensure good governance. This is according to Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) Chairperson Jack Matlala after Coghsta appeared before the committee last Thursday. “It was a good and short meeting. The committee was satisfied with the

department as all the questions from Scopa were fully answered and resolutions properly implemented. Minor issues were handled and sorted,” Matlala said. He added that the teamwork between MEC Ishmael Kgetjepe and the Head of the Department (HOD), Nape Nchabeleng is a pure example of a good working relationship that can be adopted by other departments. “With such a good working relationship between a determined HOD and MEC Coghsta will reclaim its status as top performing department soon,” Matlala said.

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LIMPOPO PROVINCIAL ADMINISTRATION DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ENVIRONMENT AND TOURISM GENERAL NOTICE LIMPOPO CONSUMER PROTECTION BILL, 2013 It is hereby notified that the Member of the Executive Council responsible for Economic Development, Environment and Tourism intends to introduce the above-mentioned bill in the Provincial Legislature. Anybody wishing to make representations with regard to the draft bill may obtain copies of the bill from Government Printing Works [ref. Gazette No. 2289 dated 13/12/2013] and submit their comments, in writing, by 31 March 2014 to the following address: The Head of Department Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism Private Bag X9484 POLOKWANE 0700 For attention: Kenny Maboea Tel: 015 293 8559 Fax: 015 295 5740; email: MaboeaKS@ledet.gov.za

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13-15 February >> Polokwane Art Museum hosts an exhibition by Joma Hart at Polokwane Art Museum. Her series is a collection of paintings on canvas, rendered in acrylic. For more information contact the museum on 015 290 2177.

14 Februarie >> Valentynswinskopies by Polokwane Kinderen Gesinsorgvereniging se liefdadigheidswinkel/Charity Shop, winkel 19C in Library Gardens te koop. Bring jou familie, vriende en huishulpe saam en kies uit ‘n wye verskeidenheid.

CAPRICORN DISTRICT MUNICIPALITY

PUBLIC NOTICE 2012/13 ANNUAL REPORT Capricorn District Municipality hereby informs members of the community that the 2012/13 Annual Report was approved by Council on 31 January 2014. This is in accordance with the Municipal Finance Management Act , No. 56 of 2003. The document will be taken for Public Participation and is now available for comments at the municipal offices 41 Biccard Street Polokwane and any of our five local municipalities’ offices as outlined below:

Aganang Blouberg

Tel: 015 295 1400 Tel: 015 505 7100

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For more information please contact Jabu Masondo on 082 302 0566/015 294 1081 or Lina Lesufi on 015 294 1224. The document is also available on our website, visit www.cdm.org.za.

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earing an unmistakeable resemblance to his iconic grandfather, Mandla Mandela spoke a similar wisdom that endeared the late Nelson Mandela to global audiences when he addressed a group of young professionals affiliated to the African National Congress Youth League (Ancyl) during a luncheon in Polokwane on Friday. The tall Parliamentarian and traditional leader captured the attention of the gathering with reflections on the legacy left by his grandfather. Late afternoon he also addressed a crowd at Ngoako Ramatlhodi Sports Complex in Seshego as part of a one-day Ancyl programme that started with early morning visits to schools in the area. The programme also featured Minister Fikile Mbalula, who was absent throughout. Taking further the Madiba legacy with a message that served as a tribute, the young Mandela expressed appreciation for the commitment of his grandfather to the selfless struggle for liberation. He said it was upon all of them as his family and political party of choice to ensure they fully embraced his legacy. With reference to Saturday being the first day of the last weekend to register to vote in the May elections, he called on all to be responsible citizens and take up the mandate to be fully registered. At the same occasion Premier Stan Mathabatha urged and encouraged the youth to change the paradigm of business in Limpopo.

Department of Health warns unruly officials Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The Department of Health and Social Development has informed health officials who disrupted services in a number of their clinics recently that the principle of No Work No Pay will apply if they don’t report back to their workstations soonest. Employees from the department representing different health facilities in the Capricorn district embarked on a three week protest against labour related matters that included a march starting from Rethabile Clinic on Thursday. The grievances listed in their memorandum include the provision of drivers at the Public Health Care mobiles; full implementation of a circular that recognises nurses as non-drivers; provision of uniforms for the general cleaners; overtime payment not made on time; payment of personnel acting in posts and the withdrawal of circular 103/2012 for 24 hours pending full consultation. Spokesperson for the department, Adele van der Linde said those who do not report for duty will lose their daily wage. “We had a meeting with them and their representatives last Thursday and the workers acknowledged that they went into an illegal and unprotected picketing,” She added that the issues raised were dealt with at the Public Services Bargaining Chamber. “We also agreed that union representatives should provide leadership in advising these workers on the outcomes of the labour bargaining process. That employees will go back to their work stations with immediate effect and that the principle of with immediate effect and the principle of No work No pay will apply in this instance,” Van der Linde said. A member of the public who spoke on condition of anonymity said the officials were chasing away the patients at Rethabile and Seshego clinics. “They were literally standing at the gate and chasing patients away. That is unbecoming. Despite their grievances these are the people who should be helping the patients,” the person said. Van der Linde apologised to persons affected by the employees’ action. “The Department would like to apologise for the inconvenience caused as result of these actions and we want to assure the public that we commit to continue rendering quality health care services,” Van der Linde said.

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Later in Seshego Mandela delivered a keynote address to an audience of average turn-out during which he spoke of his grandfather as a humble man who upheld the need for education, adding that he considered self-discipline and respect for others as most important. He reiterated the older Mandela’s loyalty to the ANC and suggested young people could learn from him. Speaking on the ANC, he said he would want to see members of the organisation upholding the values of his grandfather because he was aware of factions within the movement, which would not have been according to Madiba’s wishes. He described his grandfather as a gallant soldier who fought selflessly for freedom. To the youth he said if they would live a disastrous life they would die at a young age. He urged them to respect their elders and those in their communities. He further appealed to the “bornfree” generation to go and register to vote for the first time, as a serious concern about the apathy of young people towards casting their vote existed. He continued saying that by virtue of their votes, government would be able to identify shortages and needs. He stressed that it was time for them to defend the democracy the likes of Mandela fought for. The Mandela spirit, he concluded, would live in them forever.

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A friendly handshake between Inkosi Mandla Mandela, grandson of the late Nelson Mandela and Premier Stan Mathabatha following Mandela’s address at Friday’s business lunch hosted by the African National Congress Youth League (Ancyl) in Polokwane. In the background is Ancyl Provincial Task Team Coordinator Mosa Chabane.

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Looking through the eyes of hunger

This will be the only meal most of these young children will have for the whole day. Food for thought: when these children eat their sponsored meal on Friday, what will they be eating over the weekend? KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com

he comfort of driving into a takeaway establishment and relishing in the comfort and convenience of a ready-made and tasty meal becomes long forgotten when driving through the dusty streets of Blood River towards the Lethlanthene Drop-In-Centre. This centre not only feeds the children who come from over 80% child-headed households, but they also help with homework and assist where they can. A different lifestyle greets you from the onset of your journey and the realisation soon hits that this is a life fiercely opposite of most Limpopo residents. The dire circumstances hundreds of the children from this area live in marks the very essence Add Hope stands for which is about you and KFC coming together to create a South Africa where all children have the nutrition they need to live, to grow, to learn and to thrive. The R2 Add Hope donation from KFC seems like such a small price to pay for aiding a community with so many mouths to feed as this one. Cheray can Blerk from KFC exclusively accompanied the Polokwane Observer on this eye-opening trip in an attempt to show exactly how and where your R2 goes when you agree on adding R2 to your KFC till slip to help feed the hungry. The Add Hope campaign supports 11 national beneficiaries and 90 smaller community initiatives around the country and Leth-

lanthene DIC is one of them based in Limpopo. Add Hope is a unique initiative started by KFC to feed the hungry children in South Africa. Facts compiled by the KFC Add Hope campaign has noted with huge concern that out of the 12 million hungry people in South Africa, a staggering 3.3 million of these are children. Lethlanthene has been one of KFC Polokwane Add Hope’s beneficiaries for 2 years now and has been feeding between 80 and 120 orphans per day. These funds are donated solely through the Add Hope Campaign and KFC. Seeing all the small faces light up with every plate of food dealt out is testimony to the remarkable difference your R2 is making and

Most of the children being fed at the Lethlanthene Drop-In-Centre come from child-headed households. Here an older sister makes sure her younger sibling gets enough to eat.

KFC Polokwane extends a heartfelt thank-you to all our loyal customers for their continuous support. After all each and every one of us has the power to change someone’s life.

Cheray van Blerk from KFC with the “centre mother,” Bridgett Mokgashi who ensures these children don’t go hungry.

Surviving 2014 as a small business South Africa’s economic outlook for 2014 remains the subject of national discussion and economists continue to emphasise that the country is not out of the woods yet.

Early this year consumers were greeted by yet another petrol price increase when the Department of Energy announced a rise of nearly 40 cents per litre for unleaded and high octane forms of petrol. This exerts even more pressure on various sectors of the economy, including small business. Mr Sanjeev Orie, First National Bank (FNB) Head of Business Banking in a recent press release said: “It’s without a doubt that small businesses are feeling the pinch because reduced disposable income among consumers creates an even tougher operating environment for small businesses. More importantly, petrol as well as electricity is some of the basic needs for most small businesses. However, all is not lost because businesses that survive this challenging period could be best positioned to thrive in future.” He added that there are a number of interventions that small businesses could take to survive or thrive during 2014. Know your core offering Never lose sight of what your core offer-

ing is. The worst possible mistake that a small business owner could make is trying to be everything to everyone. With limited resources, it’s impossible to excel at everything, therefore, identify your core business and seek to be better than your immediate competitor. Use your ‘small’ size to your advantage Unlike big businesses, small businesses tend to be a lot more flexible in their dealings. If there’s an opportunity to go the ‘extra-mile’ to get new or retain existing clients, make an effort to do so because the returns could be valuable for business growth. Always keep an eye on your cash flow Cash-flow management is among the key factors which determine business sustainability. It’s always advisable to enlist the services of a professional to handle your business’ financial affairs. However, any business owner should be able to read and understand the financial statements of their business, to be fully acquainted with its well-being. Service, service, service Your business might have a good offering but if it’s not backed by efficient service, it’s bound to struggle. Good customer service can only have positive implications for your business and when combined with a good offering, a business can enjoy a great deal of success. As clichéd as it sounds, customer is still king In an environment where disposable income continues to shrink, it gets even harder to convince people to part with their money. Small businesses have no option but to offer a compelling product or service in order to survive or thrive. “While 2014 is likely to remain a challenging environment for businesses in general, small businesses should continue to work harder and smarter to ensure long-term sustainability. Tough economic conditions have become a global phenomenon but with the necessary plans, small businesses could thrive,” Orie concluded.

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adeleine Ray van Polokwane weet wat dit is om te volhard want sy het ‘n massiewe 86 kilogram verloor. Sy het by Adventure Boot Camp (ABC) aangesluit toe sy ‘n plato in haar lewe bereik het. Onder haar persoonlike afrigter, Anita Gerhardt se wakende oog het sy kamaraderie ervaar en gedissiplineerd hard bly oefen want Anita het geweet waartoe Madeleine in staat is. Sy het altyd 52 kilogram geweeg, maar na die geboorte van haar tweeling en twee dogtertjies daarna het sy 163 kilo’s geweeg en nooit gedink sy sou soveel gewig optel of weet hoe moeilik dit is om die gewig te verloor nie. Een goeie dag het sy egter ‘n wilsbesluit geneem, haar leefstyl verander en ‘n hele persoon se gewig, ‘n volle 86 kilo’s verloor. Sy wil graag nog 14 kilo’s verloor en probeer elke dag haar uiterste bes volgens Anita. Madeleine dra ‘n nommer 50-broek in haar Boot Camp-sak. Soms haal sy die broek op Anita se aandrang uit en hou dit woordeloos voor haar waarna die vrouens spontaan begin hande klap en haar uitvra omdat sy ‘n inspirasie vir almal is. Sy sê die atmosfeer by ABC is verslawend. Die vrouens verstaan en motiveer haar, laat haar lag en sy is verlig dat sy uiteindelik die “gym” gekry het wat vir haar werk. Net soos Madeleine Ray is daar baie ander suksesstories wat by ABS Polokwane vertel kan word. Anita Gerhardt, afrigter en die konsessiehouer van die maatskappy, se passie is die vrouens wat daar oefen en sê: “Ek sit my hart en siel in elke vrou. Dit is my passie en my lewe. Ek wil ‘n verskil maak en sien in elke vrou en ek glo in elke vrou.” Gerhardt sê twee vroue met borskanker,

Mercia Booysen en Denise Booysen oefen ook tans by haar. “Hulle geniet dit ongelooflik om in die buitelug te oefen en neem aan alles deel. Soms gee ek vir hulle alternatiewe oefeninge, maar dit is vir hulle belangrik om daar te wees. Partykeer is hulle baie moeg, maar na die tyd voel alles weer beter. Die gesellige gees wat hulle van die ander vrouens ervaar is onskatbaar want dit is vir hulle ‘n ‘feel good place’ na die naalde en hospitale.” Nikita Oosthuizen het altesaam 30 kilo’s verloor met ABC en is gek daaroor. Sy oefen elke dag saam haar ma, Heather en is ‘n eerste prinses van 2014 Mrs Polokwane. Nog ‘n verhaal van doelwitbereiking is dié van Tineke Nunes. Sy het nooit van oefening gehou nie, maar is nou een van die sterkste vrouens wat so verbeter het dat sy al 10 km-wedlope hardloop en 12 kilo’s verloor het. Gerhardt sê sy kan ‘n boek skryf oor elkeen se suksesverhaal omdat daar vrouens is wat oefening gehaat het en nou mal daaroor is.” Vrouens se uithouvermoë is verstommend. Sunette Snyman het aanhou oefen tot op 40 weke van swangerskap waarna sy vir ‘n keisersnit gegaan het en dadelik weer begin oefen het. Sy lyk ongelooflik en weeg nou minder as met haar troudag en sê sy het die soetste baba ooit. For more information about Adventure Boot Camp nationwide visit www.AdventureBootCamp.co.za or call the National head office on 021 447 2746.

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Free roses for women at Mall of the North on Valentine’s Day

Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za Members of the Limpopo Tourism Agency’s (LTA) Executive Management Committee will distribute roses to female shoppers at Mall of

the North on Friday as part of their Valentine’s Day celebrations. LTA Media Liaison Officer, Ntlhekeng Kgatla said in a statement that the initiative forms part of the agency’s Domestic Umbrella Marketing Campaign which seeks to get locals to travel within their own areas. “We will utilise Valentine’s Day to kick-start our Easter Campaign. We will be encouraging locals and potential tourists at Mall of the North to start booking accommodation for Easter. We will be at the mall from 10:00 until 18:00. Every woman visiting the mall will receive one rose each,” Kgatla said. He also added that they will be going to various local radio stations and media houses to distribute roses to female staff.

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alentine’s Day is celebrated worldwide on 14 February for couples to express their love for one another. The colour red is the mostly associated with the day and most schools, restaurants, stores and retail outlets will have something special on offer for the day. Valentine’s Day is meant to be synonymous with love, but due to excessive commercialisation, the message conveyed to the masses is that you must buy something in order to express your love. This does not have to be the case as doing something spontaneous is a much better way to show you love somebody. Although still an eventful occasion among young, first time lovers and those who long to seek true love that becomes a lasting relationship, it is ultimately the large retailers and stores offering a wide range of novelties and gifts associated with the day that reap the economic benefits. With Valentine’s Day falling in the middle of February soon after the Festive Season and the commencement of the new academic year, most consumers with families are still recovering from their December and January spending spree to bother much about expressing their love towards each other. Life partners should however, express their

love for each other every day and not on a day decided by the modern calendar. Young lovers or those seeking love for the first time do regard Valentine’s Day as a rather auspice occasion where they can express their love in the form of a card, a bunch of red roses or that special gift wrapped in colourful paper and bearing a red ribbon. Other young lovers who have more cash to spend on the day may prefer to spoil their loved one with a romantic candle-lit dinner or with an expensive gift expressing their love. Whichever way you choose to celebrate Valentine’s Day, in reality when the next day dawns it will just be another day and your love for your partner should be just as strong as the day before. To break away from the norm, why not take a little time in designing your own special gift of love for that exceptional person in your life? If your love for your partner flows strongly every day of your life, there is no need to go the commercial way and get caught up in the web of skilful modern merchandising in order to express your love with some mundane gift that is most likely mass produced somewhere in the Far East. Rather do something spontaneous straight from the heart on Valentine’s Day to get your partners attention and continue with the message of love throughout the entire year.

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Valentine’s Day is celebrated the world over on 14 February and, characterised by the colour red, is usually associated with the giving of roses, chocolates, teddies and other even more costly gifts. Polokwane Observer asked our readers how they intend spending the day and if they think it has become too commercialised.

Valentynsdag word wêreldwyd op 14 Februarie gevier en word gewoonlik met rooi en geskenke soos sjokolade, rose, teddiebere en ander duur geskenke verbind.. Polokwane Observer het ons lesers gevra hoe hulle die dag gaan spandeer en of hulle dink Valentynsdag word te kommersieel benader.

Lerato Mahlakwane: “Valentine’s Day is a special day to show your partner how much you love him. I will be going on a dinner with my man and I am planning to propose to him.”

Corné Schoe man-Groene wald: “Ek dink Valentynsdag word te veel gekommersialiseer. Jy moet jou geliefde elke dag lief hê, nie net op 14 Februarie nie.”

Winnie Mabotja: “ I don’t believe in Valentine’s Day. I haven’t planned anything for the day.”

Anton von Well: “Ek gaan die dag saam met my wonderlike vrou en kinders spandeer.”

Papiki Tjebane: “Partners should show each other love every day. There should not be a special day to show your love for your partner.”

Yolandi Bell: “Ek gaan die dag saam met my ongelooflike man by die huis met ‘n spesiale ete spandeer.”

Rivhandzu Nkombyani: “Valentine’s Day is a very special day and it should be celebrated. I am going to spend the day with my family.”

Jorina Gouws: “My geliefde en ek lewe tans 400 km van mekaar. Ek sal die dag alleen spandeer met hom in my hart.”

Sam Makondo: “Every day is Valentine’s Day. I just don’t like the commercial aspect or part of it. Love remains beautiful and it should not be polluted by materialism.”

Phuti Raletjena: “Love and care should be a daily thing, it should not be on Valentines’s Day only. Partners need to show love to each other every day.”

Be safe this Valentine’s Day >> Create the impression of an occupied home >> Fireplaces are also a carbon monoxide danger RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

hen in love one easily gets drawn away from reality and sometimes forget that safety comes first on any date as small errors in judgment can lead to huge problems. Whether you are planning a candle light dinner or a starry night on the roof top keep some safety tips in mind to help avoid broken hearts. Kindle the romance...not your home Valentine’s Day often plays host to candlelight, crackling fireplaces and outdoor torches which pose minimal risks when supervised, but they can quickly turn into a huge fire when left unattended. Blow out candles when you leave the room and keep clothing, blankets and pillows away from fireplaces and torches. Though Valentine’s Day in South Africa falls in summer some are still lighting the fireplace just to add to the atmosphere. If you haven’t started your fireplace in a long time, inspect and test it beforehand. Poorly operating fireplaces are not just a fire hazard but they’re also a carbon monoxide danger. Forgotten meals in the oven or on the stovetop can lead to fires so it is advised to consider using timers to remind you of the meal. Protect your home when travelling Romantic getaways are a great way to say “I love you”. However nothing will sour your mood faster than discovering your home has been burglared. Always use a timer for lights and radios to create the impression of an occupied home and arrange for a neighbour or friend to collect your mail. Consider leaving a car in the driveway and check all locks on doors and windows, particularly on the lower floors. Rooftop risks Precaution is of utmost importance for those planning to treat their loved ones on a roof under the Bushveld’s starry skies. Flat rooftops can make for romantic views of the stars or skyline, but more often than not, these areas were not designed to be extended living spaces. Flat roofs are not completely flat. There is often a slight pitch to them, which can be dangerous to stand on. Sun and wind damage can create warped and pitted areas, causing a tripping hazard. At the very least, walking on roofs can risk damage to the protective coating, increasing the chance of leaks in the future.

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Right: Thsepo Moetji admires his work of art in the form of a perfectly balanced designer sushi roll. This recipe and many more mouth-watering dishes are available at Adega Restaurant. Left: Red Roof Valentine’s Day sushi.

>> Ideal for the perfect meal to share with a loved one >> Delightful textures and subtle flavours that create a bouquet of happiness in your mouth KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com

ith Valentine’s Day culminating in extensive celebrations tomorrow evening (Friday), the perfect meal for the perfect date is of utmost importance. Adega’s Sushi Chef, Tshepo Moetji says in the past sushi might have not been the desired

meal for a Valentine’s Day dinner, but thanks to the clean, pure and sophisticated tastes of the ingredients, it is actually ideal for the perfect meal to share with a loved one. The luscious combination of delightful textures and subtle flavours are sure to create a bouquet of happiness in your mouth. Moetji says not all palates have in the past few years become acquainted with sushi and although it is said to be an acquired taste, there is a specific type of sushi for anyone and to suit any palate. “Talking to your sushi chef is always important, this way you get exactly what you want. Sushi is a delectable combination of rice, seaweed and several varieties of high quality fish paired with suitable vegetables and flavours to bring just the right combination of flavours to your taste buds.” A vast array of sushi items are available at

Adega’s, but for those adventurous here follows a recipe of one of the most popular sushi dishes that is sure to be a hit this Valentine’s Day. Red Roof Valentine’s Day sushi: • Sushi rice • Cucumber • Seaweed sheets • Avocado • Rich cream cheese • Smoked salmon • Japanese mayonnaise • Vegetables for garnishing A designer sushi roll filled with avocado, cucumber and a rich fatty cream cheese, topped with smoked salmon. For some variety, use your sushi mat to fold triangles. Top with the mayonnaise and decorate to your hearts extent.

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>> Bombardment dominated by the most likely colour to spell passion YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com It’s Valentine’s Day and the world has gone crazy. Bunches of roses, inflated hearts, chocolate infusions, cards with jingles and vibrant red abound. It’s a global occurrence that is not necessarily celebrated on the same day the world over, but the fact is love remains a selling point that creates opportunities for giving anything amid a bombardment dominated by the most likely colour to spell passion. Across the world Valentine’s is commemorated through a myriad of gestures and on different days. Unlike at home where 14 February is set aside for bestowing tokens of heartfelt emotion on whoever it is directed at, the rest of the world has their own take on this occurrence. The internet provides loads of information on folk traditions and modern day celebrations alike, sparking mind travel across the globe to countries where the commemoration by romantics receives attention. It is reported that in France it is commonly referred to as Saint Valentin, seemingly close to the Spanish San Valentin. Romania goes all out for what they term Dragobete on 24 February, in Portugal Lover’s Day is held on Dia dos Namorados, which in the Phillipines is commonly referred to as Heart’s Day. Singaporeans apparently are among the biggest spenders when it comes to Valentine’s gifts and goodies. A tale of girls in white dresses dancing in vineyards conjures up images of a similar occasion in August in ancient Israel. In Iran love towards mothers and wives is apparently expressed during the festival of Sepandarmazgan or Esfandegan. In ancient Persian culture it reportedly used to be a celebration of earth. In Finland the emphasis is less on sweethearts than on friendship, as is the case in Estonia apparently. With the occasion the Finish people celebrate Friend’s Day. With the Qixi festival, the Taiwanese celebrate Valentine’s and White Day. It is said that in South Korea women are known to give men chocolate on 14 February while men give women candy on 14 March, which is also referred to as White Day. A month later on 14 April, otherwise referred to as Black Day, guys or girls who didn’t receive anything on those days go to a restaurant for an order of black noodles to mourn their single life, it was learnt. Somehow to someone who prefers solid black a bowl of noodles makes perfect anti-Valentine sense. When those in the know boldly state that the language of love is an international one, they must be knowledgeable of the thought they are putting forward...

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ELNA ESTERHUYSEN >>observer.elna@gmail. com Die viering van Valentynsdag bly gewild omdat dit ‘n spesiale dag is waarop jy jou geliefde(s) van jou liefde en lojaliteit kan oortuig. Leerders van Marné Ebersohn Akademie (MEA) het vroeër die week hartlik aan Valentynsvieringe by hul skool deelgeneem. Links: Elné Nel en Enrico Erasmus van Marné Ebersohn Akademie.

JJ Taljaard sê hy wonder nog oor liefde. Michaela Shamley (links agter) hoop om sjokolade en rooi rose vir die spesiale dag te kry terwyl Tarita Botha meen ‘n liefdesbrief, blomme van ‘n geliefde en ‘n groter as groot teddiebeer is spesiaal.

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Finding the perfect partner to spend your day of love with has just become easier thanks to the wonders of modern technology and classified websites offering almost anything under the sun lately, even the perfect partner. The marvellous world of internet search engines has opened up relationship doors that have in previous years never even had a key. Simply typing in your location and desires could spit out results like the one we came across of a super “husband” for hire in Polokwane. The young, seemingly eligible partner advertised his services as the perfect partner on one of the websites with the most alluring description. “I love women; I’m simply fascinated by their mentality and amazed by their beauty. Women are sensuous, wise and everchanging.” This ideal man lists his interests as very wide-ranging, seeing as he’s a “connoisseur of all things

unique and beautiful. “I enjoy quality wines, gourmet cuisine and clothes made by talented designers. I simply think this is not about snobbery at all, the worst thing you can do in life is accept mediocrity.” With a vocabulary like this and touching words to soften any heart, it can sometimes be hard to believe that the voice behind the beautifully romantic words belongs to a foreign national, who contrary to the picture of a Caucasian hunk with spiky hair and broody eyes, is exactly the opposite of the picture portrayed on his internet advertisement. His rates per hour are R250 and this is most definitely not for any escort related services. “My prices are simply for the joy of spending time with you and you pay me just to be with you.” When asked if his services might include a little extra, the husband for hire replied in his huskiest playboy voice stating that could all be determined once you have paid your fee and gotten to know each other better.

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he perfect start to any Valentine’s Day date would most definitely be a delectably daring cocktail with just enough kick to ensure the ice is broken, or shall I say crushed, and the rest of your date is going in exactly the right direction. This year wine is not the only option as the perfect accompaniment to a romantic dinner, but thanks to the talents of Wilson Armando, barman extraordinaire from Adega’s Restaurant, his range of cocktails is sure to take the place of a bottle of chardonnay any day. As an exclusive treat to Polokwane Observer, Armando specially created the Passion Potion Valentine’s Day cocktail which is to sure charm the socks of his patrons on this celebrated day of love. Armando says the trick to creating the perfect cocktail is to never kill it with alcohol. “The right amount of alcohol needs to be paired with the perfect ingredients. Cocktails are like food, your eyes do the decision making and thus a cocktail needs to be perfectly decorated and always look as appealing as it tastes.” Adega’s Valentine’s Day Passion Potion: • 1 tot Spiced Gold rum • 1 tot Malibu • 1 tot Butlers Blue Curacao • Fruit juice of your choice, preferably fruit cocktail, mango or orange juice to better compliment the Malibu which is a liqueur with very strong coconut undertones • Fresh fruit and cherries for the garnishing In the bottom of the glass add your rum and fill it up just past half way with the fruit juice. Crush your ice for the next step of the cocktail. It is important to remember that if you don’t have an icecrusher you can also put your ice in a bag and smash it with a heavy object until it is the consistency of your choice. For this specific cocktail, the finer the better. Once the ice is crushed add the Butlers Blue and fill the cocktail slowly, with the blue crushed ice mixture. Now pour the last tot of Malibu over the blue crushed ice mixture. Garnish with cherries, pineapple or any other fruit that tickles your fancy. And remember the umbrella.

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The organisers for the 2014 Mighty Men Conference in the Bushveld, Francois Brits and Hein Snyman urge men of all ages, races and religious dominations to attend this year’s event from 28 to 30 March as entry will be free of charge.

Men of all ages, races and religious dominations throughout the country can get ready for the annual Mighty Men Conference (MMC) in the Bushveld at Snymansdrift farm outside Polokwane from 28 to 30 March. The event will serve once again to recruit soldiers for the Army of God. One of the organisers Francois Brits, the owner of Snymansdrift urges all men in Limpopo to bring along all of their friends to join them in a time of worship, in seeking the face of God and for spiritual re-fuelling. “Please bring along as many friends as you

can so their lives can be touched in the same way as many thousands of men have experienced in the past,” Brits elaborated. As this year’s event will be held during the Easter holidays, Brits urges all fathers to bring along their sons on the Friday and Saturday before the MMC is open to women and children on the last day of the event on Sunday (30 March). This year for the first time, the organisers hosting the event are offering entry to Snymansdrift farm free of charge for the three-day duration of the conference. The ten organisers for this year’s event are Brits, Hein Snyman, Dewald Jacobs, Rian Beukes, Alwyn Botha,

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wo new faces, that of Edith Mamabolo and Elkies Matsie joined the sales team of InspectaCar Polokwane in mid-December. Mamabolo has more than three years experience in the motor trade and dreams of having her own dealership in future. “I am a big dreamer and work hard towards reaching my goals. In 2005, when I joined the motor industry, I was one of the first black women to sell vehicles in the Polokwane region. I am proving to myself and others that a woman can achieve in the motor industry,” she said. She explained that the biggest challenges she experiences in her line of work are that the majority of potential buyers are blacklisted and

that people underestimate her abilities to sell vehicles. Matsie is also no stranger to the challenging industry and has worked at various dealerships around the city. She previously sold top luxury brands but decided to downscale to more affordable vehicles as they are easier to sell and potential buyers easier qualify for less expensive brands. “At InspectaCar we host a variety of brands. You are not limited to a certain brand which makes selling easier,” she said. She considers blacklisted potential buyers as a major challenge while approved customers who change their mind and decide on another or new vehicle is another hindrance. Matsie has a passion for marketing and interaction with people is what keeps her in the motor trade. Her goal is to reach her target every month.

Edith Mamabolo dreams of being the owner of her own dealership one day.

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Joma Hart “I get knocked down but I get up again” KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail. com Despite last minute venue changes and a smaller than expected turnout Joma Hart’s first solo art exhibition held at the Polokwane Art Gallery on Friday evening was a huge success. Hart explains that even though there were many unwanted obstacles placed in her path, nothing could deter form the fact that it was a successful exhibition with seven beautiful pieces going home to new owners. Guests of the exhibition came from as far as Hazyview and Johannesburg to view these artworks that Hart states she has the greatest pride in. “The images flowing from my brush are a revelation of my soul. I base my prices on time, size and the amount

of material needed. If I had to price my pieces emotionally no one would be able to afford it. My prices are absolutely rock-bottom.” Hart reveals that every time one of her paintings is sold it feels as if a part of her soul is being sold. “I know it’s my bread and butter but as an artist I have a connection which each and every piece I create which makes it so much more difficult to give it up, regardless of the monetary value.” One of these paintings that Hart was reluctant to let go of is the Fisherman Lost in Thought which was priced at R4 850. This painting was sold to Jason and Jennifer Bruin who are completely over the moon to be taking home a Joma Hart original art work. The Joma Hart solo exhibition will be open for viewing until Saturday.

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Artist Joma Hart with her son O’Connor Hart and his partner, Varsha Jagernath.

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Februarie 13, 2014

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The Polokwane Chamber of Business (PCOB) has temporary moved its offices to 47 19th Avenue, Industria, next to Supa Quick. PCOB President, Percy Mongalo explained that the chamber never had offices belonging to the chamber and has always been hosted by a local business. “Geo-pen Bookkeepers and Business Consultants is the most recent host of the chamber. Their offices at 20 Landdros Maré Street are currently being renovated and therefore moved to temporary premises. Geopen will continue providing an office for PCOB in their newly renovated offices,” Mongalo said. He said Geo-pen is planning to finish renovations to their offices within six months and that the chamber will again be operational from Landdros Maré Street in July. PCOB can still be contacted on 015 297 8057 or email them at admin@pcob.co.za.

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February 13, 2014

Polokwane Observer

Photos: Keshia Jansens van Rensburg

Thanks to the organisers of the event, 33 units of blood and funds for bettering the playground was raised during the Nirvana Pre-School’s fundraiser and blood drive on Sunday. From left is Sadia Essa, Munfasa Kika, Waheeda Bava, Halima Ali, Asma Saleh Mohamed, Tasnim Imsail and Munira Mohamed.

Nirvana Pre-School holds fundraiser and blood drive KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com The smell of exotic spices and freshly stewed akhni filled the air at Nirvana Pre-School on Sunday during one of their annual fundraising events hosted by the Bariq Al Amal Women’s Forum. In a successful attempt of uplifting and renovating the schools playground amenities, headmaster of the school, Munira Mohammed together with other members of the Women’s Forum, ensured the blood drive and fundraiser went down without a single hitch, ensuring learners from the school a very bright future indeed. Mohamed says the main draw-card for the day’s events was definitely the akhni cooked on an open fire, which beautifully complimented the taste of the already popular rice and meat dish and improves the flavour of the dish. Akhni is a very popular dish, not only among those used to Indian cuisine but also newcomers tasting the one pot wonder consisting of rice, meat, spices and potatoes for the first time. Another added extra that contributes to the awesomeness of the dish is the Badi-Degh pot that was used which aids in even heat distribution and assists in making the dish perfect. Mohamed says 33 units of blood were collected during the fundraiser as well as much needed monies that will go towards bettering the playground at the Nirvana Pre-School.

Asma Saleh Mohamed stirs the akhni in preparation of the fundraiser and blood drive held at Nirvana Pre-School on Sunday.

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CVO Vivo>>

Twaalf rekords spat tydens bokkesport

ELNA ESTERHUYSEN >>observer.elna@gmail.com Die Blesbokke het die Rooibokke met die CVO Vivo se bokkesport die stryd op die atletiekbaan aangesê. Twaalf nuwe rekords is aan die voet van die Soutpansberg verbeter. Elouise Oosthui-

zen het die gewigstoot-rekord vir meisies o.17 sowel as die diskus-rekord laat spat. Die matrieks se aflosspan het oudleerders, onderwysers en ouers uitgedaag om teen hulle te kompeteer wat groot pret afgegee het. Die gees was ongelooflik, veral toe die mammas begin hoogspring en gewigstoot het. Ten spyte daarvan dat die Rooibokke hul span entoesiasties ondersteun het, het die

Blesbokke die botoon gevoer. Die Victor en Victrix Ludorum-atlete is onderskeidelik Ilne Luise en FC Smith (o.6 tot o.9), Hanje Otto en Wian Pretorius, (o.10 tot o.13) en Jené Gallon en Christiaan Knox (o.14 tot o.19). Die Victrix- en Victor Ludorum-spogatlete van die CVO-skool in Vivo is Wian Pretorius, Hanje Otto, FC Smith (voor) met Jené Gallon en Christiaan Knox (agter).

PEPPS>>

Mitchell House College>>

New College leaders for 2014 chosen at PEPPS

Some of the music revellers that attended the Mitchell House College After Dark music concert on Saturday evening.

WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

epps announced their new College leadership for 2014 with the Head of the College, Leigh Melville wishing the new Heads of School team every success as they take on their new role in serving as an example to the other learners. Mellville added that they have the support of the entire school and that every learner at the college has the potential to become a leader. She added that the first stage of leadership development is to be a contributing member of a team. “Skills that team players require to become the leaders of the future are a serving spirit, humility and an enthusiasm for learning,” Melville explained at the induction ceremony last week. Douglas Spencer was named head boy, with Mark Facey as his deputy. The head girl is Sheri-Lee Vilar and Phopohi Gelebe will serve as her deputy in 2014.

DJ Euphonik rocks the audience at After Dark music show PEPPS’ College leaders are in front Sheri-Lee Vilar (head girl) and Phopohi Gelebe (deputy head girl). At the back are Douglas Spencer (head boy), Leigh Melville (Head of College) and Mark Facey (deputy head boy).

Popular Radio 5 FM DJ, Euphonik had the audience bopping and jiving at Mitchell House College’s After Dark music concert at The Mall of the North on Saturday evening. Photos: Supplied

Marné Ebersohn Akademie>>

Atlete laat hulle deeglik geld Leerders van Marné Ebersohn Akademie (MEA) in die stad het die naweek in Mokopane saam met agt ander skole aan die vriendskaplike

Mitchell House College’s After Dark music festival on Saturday at The Mall of the North hosted by DJ Euphonik and featuring DJ’s Lanino and MK G was well-attended and drew Photos: Warren Blunt

The new prefects for 2014 at PEPPS are, in front, Nthateng Chuene, Cailen Morris, Sheri-Lee Vilar, Phopohi Gelebe, Rhabela Mkhabela and Atiyyahh Vally. At the back are Kgopotso Moloisi, Thabo Magongwa, Khanyisile Mbluli, Nduvho Motabatsindi, Douglas Spencer, Motshubi Komana, Mark Facey, Michael Mukombachoto and Retang Tladi. Insert: Bianca de Klerk, who was absent when the photo was taken.

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CVO Bosveld Uitnodigingsbyeenkoms deelgeneem en goed presteer. Morne Bezuidenhout seuns o.15, het ‘n splinternuwe gewigstoot-rekord met ‘n afstand van 12,55 m opgestel en die ou rekord met 0,31 m oortref.

a crowd of approximately 250 music revellers. The teenagers were dressed to kill and bopped and jived to the popular beat of 5 FMs DJ Euphonik in the specially cordoned off area at the back of the mall. After the Euphonik show, DJs Bash and MK G teamed up to keep the action hot and sweaty on the dance floor. Other entertainment was provided by the Chemical Dance and Reaction Crew with the evening ending shortly after 23:00. Afterwards concert goers expressed their satisfaction with the performance of the DJs and the general safety and security measures provided at the concert. Mitchell House Headmaster, Andrew Cook said he was satisfied with the behaviour of all the concert goers. He thanked the Mall of the North for providing the venue for Saturday’s music show. “The After Dark music concert showed learners they can still enjoy themselves in a controlled and safe environment and we plan to host similar events in the future,” Cook commented afterwards.

CVO Vivo>>

CVO Vivo kies laerskool-leerlingraad

Eljuné Kemp is die nuwe hoofmeisie van die CVO Vivo- laerskool en Roeloff Neuhoff die nuwe hoofseun. Die hoërskool leerlingraad sien baie daarna uit om vanjaar saam met die graad 7-leerlingraad te werk en Foto: Verskaf wens hulle Die CVO Vivo se laerskool-leerlingraadslede is Aluska van Jaarsveld, Carla voorspoed toe Lottering, Eljuné Kemp (hoofmeisie), Roeloff Neuhoff (hoofseun),Schallie vir die jaar. Hoogemboezem en Daniël Erasmus.

Pietersburg Comprehensive School >>

Huysamer excited to be part of PCS Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

Foto: Elna Esterhuysen

MEA-atlete wat die afgelope naweek aan ‘n vriendskaplike atletiekbyeenkoms in Mokopane deelgeneem het. Voor is Marais Hattingh, Belinda Jordaan, Tobie Jordaan, Roezaan Verster, Suanel Daniels, Frazer Cronje en Hannes Verster. In die eerste ry is Abbygale Steynberg, Katinka Botha, Tarita Botha, Micaela Shamley, Leandre van Tonder, Tinus Botha, Deoné Steynberg, Dewald du Toit en Jaun en Daniels. In die tweede ry is Sumari Luus, Michelle Norman, Arina Hattingh, Bernard Buys, Joshua Partridge, Jenny Norman, Lizzy Lottering, Ryno Cilliers en Marnoe van Rooyen. Agter is Morne Bezuidenhout wat die gewigstoot-rekord verbeter het, Henna Sonnekus, Ruben du Plessis en Anthony Coetzee.

Alexandra Huysamer is excited to be part of the Pietersburg Comprehensive School (PCS) where she will teach Grade R. Huysamer hails from Cape Town and said she was excited to be part of the school and she is ready to contribute to the development of the learners. “I love children so much and I am passionate about teach-

ing. I am looking forward to the new adventure,” she said. PCS Principal, Denise Claassen said they are happy to have someone of Huysamer’s calibre at the school.“She is young, capable and we believe she will be able to do the job,” Claasen said. Photo: Herbert Rachuene

Alexandra Huysamer, new Grade R educator at Pietersburg Comprehensive School.

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Die Hoërskool Pietersburg >>

PHS wys Verteenwoordigende Leerderraad (VLR) vir 2014 aan

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Die VLR-lede in graad 8 is Shané Anders, Jaco Janse van Rensburg, Chanté Ferreira, Jacques Vermaak, Ruané Kruger, Juhan de Kock, Dirkie van der Merwe, Mari Geerkens, Mischa Becker en Lohan Duvenhage. Agter is Jonett Olivier, Stephan Visagie, Lizbe du Preez, Martin Austin, Lindi Smit, Louis Nel, Sanri Lottering en Carl Schulenburg. Nikhita Mahne en Lohan Duvenhage was afwesig. Foto’s: RC Myburgh

Die VLR-lede, graad 9, is Naylene Titus, Henlou Hurter, Cameron Ströh, Johan Liebenberg, Timoné Wagner, Chris van Wyk, Megan Wepener en Jannie van Dyk, voor met Corlia Pieterse, Ben Bronkhorst, Chanel Brown, Manie van Wyk, Sorentia Heinlein, Dewald Stroebel, Lee-Anne Pratt, Daniel Swarts, Dedrich Glas en Louise van den Berg, agter.

Tanya Kriel, Zane Keyter, Annemey Louw, Zander Human, Tanya Prinsloo, Henjo van Beek, Chené Schulenburg en Leon Thom, voor, met Imke Willemse, Pieter Maré, Danielle Lemmer, Chané Pistorius, Ruan Erasmus, Juné Willemse, Hein Pretorius, Christa Marais en Franco van der Walt, agter is die VLR-lede vir graad 10. Tian Geyer was afwesig.

Graad 11-lede is Mia du Toit, Daniël Snyman, Jané Smit, Robey van der Merwe, Chané Burger, Rikus Fick, Monique Wreyford en Tiaan van Rensburg. Agter is Leorich Bannau, Wilrico Gadney, Sherize Vercueil, Brendan Bezuidenhout, Wilmarie Human, Phillip Swart, Sumari Swanepoel, Hannes Uys, Martie van Niekerk en Mitchell Dodges.

CAPRICORN COLLEGE FOR FET

Hoërskool Noorderland>>

Noorderland excels in Computer Application Technology Photos: Supplied

Right: Hoërskool Noorderland is very proud to have been named the second best performing school in Computer Applications Technology (CAT) in the Capricorn District. A proud George Karumalil, the Grade 12 CAT teacher in 2013, displays the certificate.

16 Market Street POLOKWANE 0699 Private Bag X9674 POLOKWANE 0700

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Tel 015 291 3118 015 291 3115 Fax 015 291 2767 www.capricorncollege.co.za

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST: STUDENT ACCOMMODATION AROUND CAPRICORN FET CAMPUSES

1. Individuals are invited to submit their interest to accommodate Capricorn FET College students at all campuses namely: • Seshego Campus – 1919 Freedom Drive, Seshego • Senwabarwana Campus – Main Street, Senwabarwana • Botlokwa – Ramokgopa - Mokomene 2. The following are the specifications: • The accommodation must be close to the campus. If not the interested party must indicate if there will be daily transport from residences to the campuses. • The accommodation must have security (warm bodies) and a security fence; common study rooms; common ablution and bath rooms and other amenities which may be needed by students. There should be separate rooms for males and females. • The landlord must indicate if he/she will provide a kitchen facility where students can prepare meals. 3. The landlord will sign a contract with the individual students. Students who qualify for bursaries will be directed to these residences. This means no bursary holder will be accommodated in residences that are not approved by the college. The college will pay the landlord rental fees monthly as advised by the individual student. 4. The landlord may admit even those students who do not qualify for a bursary. These students will sign a contract with the landlord and pay their own rental. 5. College Management will visit the site from time to time to verify the condition of the residences. 6. Interested individuals must submit their company profile and documentation in support of their financial strength. 7. Qualified landlords will be requested to submit their documents, including Public Liability Insurance, sealed in an envelope which must be placed in the Bid box located at the reception of Central Office, 16 Market Street, Polokwane, 0699 on or before 27 February 2014 at 11:00. All enquiries must be directed to Mr Rudzani Ravhuanzwo (Supply Chain Management) or Mr Sammy Malapane (Student Support Services) on 015 230 1800, during office hours

Hoërskool Noorderland recently announced their Grade 8 Representative Learner Council. In front are Mmathabo Madia, Margaret Bopape, Karabo Mafiri and Lesego Modiba At the back are Montjane Nare, Michael Mantsi, Marieta Moulder (educator), Lebogang Rapudi and Kevin Leopeng.

Mr KR Madzhie CEO/PRINCIPAL POLOKWANE CAMPUS Diemeer Street POLOKWANE 0699 Tel: 015 287 0400 Fax: 015 287 0439

SENWABARWANA CAMPUS Senwabarwana Main Street SENWABARWANA 0790 Tel: 015 505 3172 Fax: 015 505 3174

SESHEGO CAMPUS 1919 Freedom Drive SESHEGO 0742 Tel: 015 223 0006 Fax: 015 223 5187

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word. ADRES VAN AGENT KAMEKHO CONSULTING POSBUS 4169 POLOKWANE 0700 Tel: 082 456 3173 Faks: 086 616 9265 13/02 20/02 ___________________ POLOKWANE/PERSKEBULT AMENDMENT SCHEME 452 NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR THE AMENDMENT OF THE POLOKWANE/ PERSKEBULT TOWN PLANNING SCHEME 2007, IN TERMS OF SECTION 56(1)(B)(I) OF THE TOWNPLANNING AND TOWNSHIPS ORDINANCE 1986 (ORDINANCE NO 15 OF 1986) We, Mavona and Associates Development Consultants, being the authorised agent of the owner of the Erf mentioned below hereby give notice in terms of section 56(1)(b) (i) of the Town Planning and Townships Ordinance, 1986 (Ordinance No 15 of 1986) that we have applied to the Polokwane Local Municipality for the amendment of the Town Planning Scheme known as Polokwane/Perskebult Town Planning Scheme, 2007 to rezone the property described as: Portion 1 of Erf 95 Pietersburg, from “Residential 1” to “Business 4” for establishment of offices. Particulars of the application will lie for inspection during normal office hours at the office of the Manager: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management, First Floor, Civic Centre, Landdros Maré Street for a period of 28 days from 14 February 2014. Objections to or representations in respect of the application must be lodged with or made in writing to the Municipal Manager at the above address or at PO Box 111, Polokwane, 0700 within a period of 28 days from 14 February 2014. Address of agent Mavona and Associates Development Consultants PO Box 727 Bendor Park 0713 Tel: 015 295 4171 Fax: 086 600 7119 13/02 20/02 ___________________ POLOKWANE/PERSKEBULT WYSIGINGSKEMA 452 KENNISGEWING VAN AANSOEK OM DIE WYSIGING VAN DIE POLOKWANE/PERSKEBULT DORPSBEPLANNINGSKEMA, 2007, IN TERME VAN ARTIKEL 56(1)(B) (I) VAN DIE ORDONNANSIE OP DORPSBEPLANNING EN DORPE, 1986 (ORDONNANSIE 15 VAN 1986) Ons, Mavona and Associates Development Consultants, synde die gemagtigde agent van die eienaar van die Erf hieronder vermeld, gee hiermee kenis in terme van artikel 56(1)(b)(i) van die Ordonnansie op Dorpsbeplanning en Dorpe, 1986 (Ordonnansie No 15 van 1986) kennis dat ons aansoek gedoen het by die Polokwane Plaaslike Munisipaliteit vir die wysiging van die Dorpsbeplanningskema bekend as die Polokwane/Perskebult Dorpsbeplanningskema, 2007 deur die hersonering van die eiendom hierbo beskryf as: gedeelte 1 van Erf 95, Pietersburg, vanaf “Residensieël 1” na “Besigheid 4” vir die oprigting van kantore. Besonderhede van die aansoek lê ter insae edurende gewone kantoorure by die kantoor van die Bestuurder: Ruimtelike Beplanning en Grondgebruikbestuur, eerstevloer, Burgersentrum, Landdros Maréstraat vir ‘n tydperk van 28 dae vanaf 14 Februarie 2014. Besware teen of vertoe ten opsigte van die aansoek moet ingedien word of vertoe skriftelik by of tot die Munisipale Bestuurderby by die bovermelde adres of by Posbus 111 Polokwane, 0700 binne ‘n tydperk van 28 dae vanaf 14 Februarie 2014. Adres van agent Mavona and Associates

Development Consultants Posbus 727 Bendorpark, 0713 Tel: 015 295 4171 Faks: 086 600 7119 13/02 20/02 ___________________ NOTICE OF REINSTATEMENT OF A PRIVATE COMPANY The directors of Petmack Resources, (Registration no. 2006/03904/07), hereby give notice of the proposed application for reinstatement of the above company to the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Any objection to the application must be lodged with CIPC within 21 days of this notice. 13/02 ___________________ NOTICE OF REINSTATEMENT OF A PRIVATE COMPANY The directors of Moopong Management Services, (Registration no. 2007/028758/07), hereby give notice of the proposed application for reinstatement of the above company to the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Any objection to the application must be lodged with CIPC within 21 days of this notice. 13/02 ___________________ NOTICE OF REINSTATEMENT OF A PRIVATE COMPANY The directors of Kgansitse Trading 246, (Registration no.2007/167011/23), hereby give notice of the proposed application for reinstatement of the above company to the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Any objection to the application must be lodged with CIPC within 21 days of this notice. 13/02 ___________________ NOTICE OF REINSTATEMENT OF A PRIVATE COMPANY The directors of Kamokatli Trading, (Registration no. 2004/089095/23), hereby give notice of the proposed application for reinstatement of the above company to the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Any objection to the application must be lodged with CIPC within 21 days of this notice. 13/02 ___________________ NOTICE OF PROPOSED NEW LAND-USE Ref: HEYDE TRUST ERF:1213 Notice is hereby given in terms of the Town Planning Perskebult Schema Act of 2007 that I Trudy van der Heyde have approached the Municipality of Polokwane for permission to rezone the abovementioned land (Address: 76 Johnson Street). The proposed new land-use will be that of a preschool. Queries and objections to the proposed new land use will close on 28 February 2014. Objections must be submitted in writing to the Directorate of Town Planning and Development at the Polokwane Town Municipality before the 28th of February 2014. 13/02 20/02 ___________________

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IN THE MAGISTRATE’S COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF PIETERSBURG HELD AT POLOKWANE CASE NO : 175/2011 In the matter between KWELAPELE INVESTMENTS (PTY) LTD T/A MODERN AUTOHAUS PLAINTIFF AND LEBOGANG NEVILLE LOUW DEFENDANT NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION IN PURSUANCE of a judgment in the Magistrate’s Court of POLOKWANE and a Warrant of Execution dated the goods listed hereunder will be sold in execution to the highest bidder at the Sheriff’s Offices, 66 PLATINUM STREET, LADINE, POLOKWANE on 28 FEBRUARY

2014 at 11:00 namely: 1X BMW 730 I – Registration BFX245L TERMS: STRICTLY CASH OR BANK GUARANTEED CHEQUES. SIGNED at POLOKWANE on this 6TH DAY OF FEBRUARY 2014. ESPAG MAGWAI ATTORNEYS ADAM TAS FORUM 26 JORISSEN STREET POLOKWANE TEL: 015 297 5374 REF: PJvSTADEN/ Elsie/ MAT1866 13/02 ___________________ IN THE HIGH COURT OF SOUTH AFRICA GAUTENG DIVISION, PRETORIA CASE NUMBER: 1226A/2013 In the matter between: FIRSTRAND BANK LIMITED Plaintiff And MAKOKO PHILEMON KGAPHOLA 1st Defendant ESTHER MAKGOADI KGAPHOLA 2nd Defendant NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION In Execution of a judgment of the High Court of South Africa, (North Gauteng High Court, Pretoria) in the abovementioned suit, a sale without reserve will be held by the SHERIFF POLOKWANE at 66 PLATINUM STREET, LADINE, POLOKWANE on 5 MARCH 2014 at 10:00 of the under mentioned property of the Defendant/s on conditions which will lie for inspection at the offices of the SHERIFF POLOKWANE at 66 PLATINUM STREET, LADINE, POLOKWANE, prior to the sale. Short description of property, situation and street number: CERTAIN: ERF 1350 PIETERSBURG TOWNSHIP, REGISTRATION DIVISION L.S., LIMPOPO PROVINCE MEASURING: 1903 SQUARE METRES HELD BY DEED OF TRANSFER NO: T146931/2006 STREET ADDRESS: 33A DIEMEER STREET, MôRE-

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ESTATE NOTICE In the estate of the late MATOME LUDWICH MORABA – Identity Number: 700820 5458 082, who died at Mankweng on 29 March 2013, during his lifetime residing at Stand 140, Madeira Village, GaSekororo, Polokwane, Married by Customary Law to Funelaphi Msomi Polokwane Estate No 2803/2013 All persons having claims against or who are indebted to the above Estate are called upon to lodge their claims or to pay their debts at or to the under mentioned firm within a period of thirty (30) days from date of publication hereof. J A VAN DER WALT AGENT FOR EXECUTOR NILAND & PRETORIUS

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Double defeat for Lilies in season’s last matches WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The Limpopo Impala Lilies suffered defeats in both their 50-over fixtures against Easterns and Gauteng at the Polokwane Cricket Club over the weekend. On Saturday the Lilies were sent in to bat first by the visiting Easterns side and were bowled out for only 84 runs. Although Easterns lost early wickets during their run chase, they scored the winning runs for the loss of six wickets to hand the Lilies their first defeat of the weekend. Lilies bowler, Thembi Mokgohloa took 4/19 in eight miserly overs. Sunday marked the last match of the season for the Lilies against a strong Gauteng women’s team. The Lilies won the toss and elected to bowl first, with Gauteng scoring a competitive 256 for the loss of five wickets in their allotted 50 overs. In reply, the Lilies could only manage 132 all out, with Stefné Pretorius top scoring with 64 runs from 119 balls. Spokesperson for Limpopo Impalas Cricket,

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The Easterns batswoman plays across the line and is clean bowled by the Lilies opening bowler, Thembi Mokgohloa.

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Babylon Speedways is a family entertainment centre that offers Go-Karting and Putt-Putt (Mini-Golf) entertainment services. We are looking for energetic, vibrant and active young men and women for the following positions: • Motor Mechanic: For repairs and maintenance of Go-karts • Cashier: For selling of entrance tickets to guests/ visitors • General Assistants: For general assistance at both the Go-kart & Putt-Putt areas Positions are only available for work during weekend (Friday, Saturday & Sunday). If you cannot work on the mentioned days, NO CHANCERS PLEASE. To apply please email or submit your application letter and CV to: Email: matjie.masha@za.suninternational.com Postal Address: PO Box 418, Bendor Park, Polokwane, 0713 Office Physical Address: Babylon Travellers, Meropa Casino Complex, Polokwane For more information, please call 015 290 5476 or 083 343 5809

DringenD CUM Christian Family Bookstore

In Mokopane Area:

3x Vakante poste beskikbaar vir Millwrights Bakkery-ondervinding sal voorkeur geniet Faks CV na: 086 670 4498 of skakel Lena: 084 399 9650

geen kanSvatterS!! MULDER & VAN REE REKENMEESTERS Polokwane

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Minimum van 3 jaar ervaring in rekenmeesterskantoor. Grondige kennis van volgende funksies: Voorberei en efile van BTW 201 opgawes, EMP 201 opgawes asook EMP 501 rekonsiliasies. Deeglike kennis van Pastel-boekhouding Epos CV na: cfmuldere@mweb.co.za Faks - 086 694 1864

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Requires the services of dynamic people for:

MALL OF THE NORTH – POLOKWANE MANAGERIAL AND SUPERVISORY POSITIONS Requirements: - At least 2-3 years’ retail experience - Friendly and diligent with a passion for customer service - Fully bilingual – English and Afrikaans - Must be computer literate (MS Word and Excel) - Must have excellent leadership qualities. Previous experience in store management will serve as an advantage. If you qualify for any of these positions, e-mail your application to cv@cum.co.za or fax it to 086 599 8929 for attention Hes-Mari van Wyk. Please indicate reference “Polokwane - 080” in your application. Short-listed applicants will be notified within 10 days of the closing date:

21 February 2014

For a complete list of all vacancies please visit our website at www.cum.co.za

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Vacancy discovery Consulting services limpopo has the following posts available:

Business Consultant

Requirements: * A Bachelor degree in Financial Services/Marketing * Previous insurance experience will be an advantage * Excellent communication skills with pleasing personality * Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English * Own transport salary negotiable

short-term insuranCe administrator

Requirements: * Matric (Grade 12) or equivalent with Mathematics as a subject * Computer literate with excellent skills in Microsoft Office and Outlook * Minimum of 2 years office administration experience. * Previous short-term insurance experience will be an advantage * Fully bilingual in Afrikaans and English salary negotiable

Applications along with CVs should be sent to riaanj@dcs.discovery.co.za by 20 February 2014

Dendron Rugbyklub se OBSERVER 45 spelers vier fees onder die sterre Februarie 13, 2014

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ie Bosveldgees was tasbaar toe Dendron Rugbyklub Vrydagaand hul spelers en lede van die bestuurspan vereer het met ‘n onvergeetlike funksie by Quin Qwa Rula Lodge buite Polokwane.

Foto’s: Warren Blunt

Dendron Rugbyklub-losskakel, Henk Holtzhauzen (middel) met sy trofee vir die speler wat die meeste punte in 2013 aangeteken het. Links is Dendron Rugbyklub-voorsitter, Lourens de Jager en regs is die Limpopo Blou Bulle Rugby-unie (BBRU) se adjunkpresident, Charles van Wyk.

Pieter Jansen van Vuuren (regs) is Dendron Rugbyklub se Speler van die Jaar vir 2013. Saam met hom is Nantes Booysen (Spelers se Speler van die Jaar) en Reancke Breytenbach, Dendron se administrateur en organiseerder.

Lourens de Jager jnr (middel) is Dendron Rugbyklub se lojaalste speler. Saam met hom is die voorsitter, Lourens de Jager (links) en BBRU se adjunkpresident, Charles van Wyk.

Nantes Booysen (middel) met sy Spelers se Speler van die Jaar-toekenning saam met De Jager en Van Wyk. NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT ASSESSMENTS Notice is hereby given in terms of Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations, 2010, made under Section 24 of the National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No 107 of 1998) and published in Government Notice No. R543 of June 2010 and Section 21 of the National Environmental Management : Air Quality Act, 2004 (Act No 39 of 2004) respectively, that the applications for an Environmental Authorisation and Atmospheric Emission Licence have been lodged to the relevant administering authority for the proposed activity described below : The proposed activity is the construction of the Chuenespoort Premix Plant to be located on portion 22 (a portion of portion 2) of the Farm Palmietfontein 24 KS, within the City of Polokwane Municipality of the Capricorn District, Limpopo Province. Locations : Portion 22 of the farm Palmietfontein 24 KS GEOGRAPHICAL COORDINATES: Latitude : 230 51I 387II S Longitude : 290 27I 483II E Proponent : Polokwane Surfacing (Pty) Ltd Consultant : Mr. Lucky Lebepe Seboka Development Consultants cc. Tel: 012 751 5912 Cell: 071 087 6103 Fax : 086 669 1919 E-mail: seboka@starmail.co.za P.O BOX 8867, PRETORIA, 0001 In order to ensure that you are identified as interested and/ or affected party or if you require further information on the application and/or activity, please submit your name, contact information and interest in the matter to the contact persons above within 30 days of publication of this advertisement. PUBLICATION DATE : 04 February 2014 Ref. No. : 12/1/9/2-C36

Vermaak is deur die bekende Afrikaanse sanger, Jakkie Louw verskaf wat ‘n populêre keuse onder die gehoor en spelers was. Braaivleis in die lapa was nog ‘n hoogtepunt van die aand. Die klub se hoofafrigter, Basie Breytenbach het al die spelers en ondersteuners vir hul bydrae tot nog

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‘n suksesvolle 2013-seisoen bedank. Al het Dendron in die eindstryd van die Boet Fick derdeliga teen Noordelikes Rugbyklub verloor is hul vasbeslote om vanjaar die bordjies te verhang. Nuwe spelers, wat ‘n belangrike rol in die klub se sukses sal speel, is ook verwelkom. Dendron Rugbyklub se hoofborge en lede van die bestuur- en afrigterspan. Van links is Driana en Frans Pieterse (BF Distributers), Reancke Breytenbach, Jakkie Louw, Wessel Rossouw (hulpafrigter) en Basie Breytenback (hoofafrigter).

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Book now for evaluation at Goose Academy

February 13, 2014

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WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com Girls and boys between the ages of 12 and 14 who are interested in playing golf can go to the Goose Academy at the Polokwane Golf Club for free evaluation to identify and nurture talented young golfers from Limpopo. Evaluation will take place today (Thursday), tomorrow (Friday) and on Tuesday (18 February) with the resident coach and professional at the club, Ray Earle. The youngsters will be evaluated on aspects such as static balance, motor balance and hand/eye coordination by Earle with the top 15 children being accepted at the Goose Academy for 2014.

Photo: Warren Blunt

Some of the young golfers that attend the Goose Academy in Polokwane with the head coach, Ray Earle standing at the back. From the left are Ricardo Loock, Devaux van der Wath, Calvin Vorster, Corné Olivier and AJ Smit.

The selected children will have free coaching for four years if they keep up with the programme. They will be requested to practise on their own at least twice a week, and to do their drills at home for approximately one hour very day. Members of the Goose Academy will be allowed to use the facilities at Polokwane Golf Club between 14:00 and 16:00 from Tuesdays to Sundays. Coaching at the academy consists of golf etiquette, golf rules, your swing, the short game and putting. If a child shows potential and he/she comes from a family of limited resources, financial support for the child can be negotiated. Phone Ray Earle on 015 291 5432 or 076 199 1669 to book evaluation time.

Entries open for the 2014 Ebenezer Mile

Photo: Warren Blunt

Limpopo’s swimmers are reminded that this year’s Ebenezer Mile will be held on 15 March at the Mountain Yacht Club and entries can be done directly online. WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

impopo’s swimmers must get their training schedule together as the popular Ebenezer Mile is just over a month away with the organisers hoping for similar weather conditions to last year when the event was held on a bright and sunny day. The Haenertsburg Rotary Club will once

again be the host of this year’s event. They have been the host and organisers since 2001 and will again be overseeing the popular and exciting event at the Mountain Yacht Club on 15 March. All swimmers may enter for the open water mile (1 069 m) swim and there is also a 3 000 m swim which is a Swimming South Africa (SSA) qualifying event. Swimmers can already enter for the event in various age categories from u.13 to over 30 years in both the men and women events. Race timing will be taken care of in the form of electronic timing chips worn by all competitors. For the first time the organisers have also included a 500 metre swim which will start at 15:05 just after the main prize giving for all ages and genders. No times will be taken for the 500 m swim, but certificates will be awarded to all finishers. Entries for the mile and 3 000 m swim are R110 and R75 for the 500 m event. Swimmers who enter on the day of the event will be charged R130. As always there will be a great carnival atmosphere, with lots of food stalls, a cash bar and plenty entertainment for the whole family. Swimmers can register online at www. ebenezermile.co.za.

Foto: RC Myburgh

Financial Reconciliation The Services Sector Education and Training Authority (SSETA) is a statutory body established in terms of the Skills Development Act, 1998 (Act 97 of 1998) to advance skills levels in its sector. The SSETA’s vision is to ensure a professional world-class services sector, supporting inclusive growth and development. In view of the 2013/14 financial year-end closing on 31 March 2014, the Services SETA would like to call on all stakeholders, entities and service providers to whom it may be financially indebted to submit their invoices, with relevant supporting documents, within two weeks from the date of this advert. Monies due by the Services SETA to its stakeholders, entities and service providers, may include but not be limited to: • Discretionary Grants awarded prior to the financial year 2012/2014 • Any form of goods and/or services provided to the Services SETA • Mandatory Grant payments based on the submission of Workplace Skills Plans, Annual Training Reports, Pivotal Training Plans and Pivotal Training Reports for the 2013/2014 financial year. These payments should have been effected by the Services SETA by 28 February 2014. Compulsory Information for Submissions: The following information MUST be submitted by stakeholders, entities and service providers with a possible claim to monies owed to them by the Services SETA: • Copies of signed contracts and/or memoranda of understanding and/or service level agreements • Copies of outstanding invoices due but not yet submitted to and/or not yet paid by the Services SETA • Proof/evidence of work done in respect of the invoices submitted • Reasons why the invoices are outstanding • Names of contact persons at the Services SETA, ie officials representing the SETA with respect to the contract or work concerned. Any other supporting documents that may assist the Services SETA to verify the claim should be included in the submission. Submission of Information: All information must be submitted as follows: For hand deliveries: Mr Gavin Thomas, Senior Manager: Facilities Management & Administration, 20 Eton Road, Parktown, Johannesburg 2193. For postal deliveries: Mr Gavin Thomas, Senior Manager: Facilities Management & Administration, PO Box 3322, Houghton, Johannesburg 2041. NB: NO submissions made via e-mail will be accepted. Closing Date: The closing date for all hand-delivered and posted submissions is 21 February 2014 at 14:00. Enquiries: Enquiries must be made via e-mail and may be sent to PeterE@serviceseta.org.za Disclaimer: The Services SETA is governed by the Skills Development Act, the PFMA, National Treasury Regulations and other relevant Acts and Regulations and will therefore only be able to settle any debt if positive evidence of service delivery is submitted. This endeavour should not be interpreted as an acknowledgement of debt in any way. Terms and Conditions apply.

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Die Hoërskool Pietersburg se eerste krieketspan met hul tjek van R33 000 na hul oorwinning met vyf paaltjies teen die Hoërskool Ben Vorster in die Coca-Cola Limpopo Hoërskole T20-eindstryd. Van links is Diaan Coetzer, Brendan Bezuidenhout, Ferdi Coetzer, Zander Human, Armand Pansegrouw, Aakon Landsberg, Ruann Willemse (afrigter), Jaco Potgieter, Wilrico Gadney, Dana Grové, JJ van der Merwe, Marnus Roux, Dian van Niekerk en Morné Venter.

PHS is R33 000 ryker na krieketsege WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com Die Hoërskool Pietersburg (PHS) het Saterdag by die Polokwane Krieketklub die 2013/14 Coca-Cola Limpopo Hoërskole T20-eindstryd met vyf paaltjies teen die Hoërskool Ben Vorster gewen. Met die sege het PHS ‘n tjek van R33 000 van die hoofborge Coca-Cola ontvang. Ben Vorster het die loot gewen en besluit om eerste te kolf en 105/8 in hul toegelate 20

boulbeurte aangeteken. Phillip Bester was die Vossies se beste kolwer met 38 lopies van 44 balle. Jaco Potgieter het vir PHS met die bal uitgeblink en met twee paaltjies vir slegs vyf lopies in sy vier toegelate boulbeurte gespog. PHS het die wenlopies vir die verlies van vyf paaltjies aangeteken met slegs vyf balle oor in hul kolfbeurt. Morné Venter (38 nie uit nie) en Wilrico Gadney (21 nie uit nie) het ‘n uitstekende onoorwonne kolfbeurt vir PHS aangeteken om die wenteiken na 19,1 boulbeurte verby te steek.

Impalas heads to Kimberley for Rural Week WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The Limpopo Impalas has qualified for the Cricket South Africa National Rural Week Tournament that will be held in Kimberley from tomorrow (Friday) and continues until Tuesday (18 February). The team will be looking to improve on last year’s performance when they hosted the tournament and ended in ninth position out

of the ten teams that participated. The team that travelled to Kimberley yesterday (Wednesday) consists of Christopher Atherstone, Henk Holtzhauzen, Isaac Senetla, Theo Janse van Rensburg, Ruan Willemse, Lesego Moloto, Gerrie Lourens, Bradley Pieterse, Hussain Mohammed, Sahil Patel, Mevrick Sedibe, Petri de Kock and Tumi Malatji. The coach is Ben Benzien and the team is managed by Lucky Mhlongo. The scorer accompanying the team is Itumeleng Rabothata.

In gesprek met Noordelikes OBSERVER 47 se Frederick Romjin Februarie 13, 2014

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genoeg diepte as gevolg van spelers wat vir die Limpopo Blou Bulle se Vodacombeker-span gekies is en ook in die Assupol klubkompetisie gaan deelneem. Romjin erken dat hulle in ‘n strawwe groep vir die toernooi geloot is, maar sê as die spelers hard op die veld werk en genoeg aandag aan hul kondisionering skenk, kan hulle dramaties vorder. “Ons kan as ‘n span net verbeter as ons teen sterker klubs in die land speel. Daarom wil ons ‘n paar harde oefenwedstryde speel voor ons eerste wedstryd teen Boksburg.” Noordelikes het die naweek ‘n oefenwedstryd teen Roodepoort Rugbyklub in Johannesburg gespeel en sal teen die Limpopo Blou Bulle op 22 Februarie in Polokwane te staan kom. Hulle laaste oefenwedstryd is ‘n moeilike kragmeting teen Pirates Rugbyklub in Johannesburg op 1 Maart.

WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail. com

rederick Romjin, BB Truck & Tractor Noordelike Rugbyklub (Noordelikes) se nuwe Cell C Gemeenskapbeker-afrigter, het met Polokwane Observer gesels oor sy span se kanse in die kompetisie wat op 8 Maart begin. Noordelikes is in groep-C saam met die rugbyklubs van Centurion, Brakpan, BoksFoto: Warren Blunt burg en Roses United van die BB Truck & Tractor Noordelike RugbyBoland geloot. Noordelikes se klub se Gemeenskapbeker-spanafrigter, Frederick Romjin. eerste tuiswedstryd is teen Boksburg op hul tuisveld in Ladanna gevolg deur ‘n taai wegwedstryd teen Centurion op 15 Maart. Romjin sê die span oefen sedert November verlede jaar saam. “Die twee wedstryde teen Centurion en Brakpan is baie belangrik as ons verder in die kompetisie in uitspeelwedstryde INVITATION TO TENDER: SERVICE PROVIDERS AT THE MALL gaan meeding.” Noordelikes is verlede jaar tydens die ligarondtes van die Cell C-toernooi Tenders are awaited for the following services: uitgeskakel. SECURITY CONTRACT Romjin het ondervinding as afrigter en speler. CLEANING CONTRACT REFUSE REMOVAL AND COLLECTION Hy het op die hoogste klubvlak vir die Universiteit Full specifications and minimum requirements for the required services van Johannesburg uitgedraf en vir die Leeus will be available from Anaprop Property Management, gavin@anaprop. se o.19- en o.20-spanne gespeel asook vir die co.za from 3 February 2014. Valke teen Rusland meegeding. Hy beskryf die Tenders will close on 19 February 2014 and after adjudication, the bestuurstrukture by Noordelikes as dinamies qualifying tenderers will be contacted for an interview and for further en die beste in Limpopo en is ook tevrede met discussion of the contract in question. die gehalte van die spelers wat tot sy beskikking vir die Gemeenskapbeker is. INVITATION TO APPLY FOR THE FOLLOWING POSTS: CENTRE MANAGER Hy sien uit daarna om met Noordelikes (Good communication skills, retail background, computer literate, se spangroep te werk en hoop die span het

WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The Eagles Cricket Club unseated the defending Premier League champions for past three years, Hornbills Cricket Club by beating them twice in the 2013/14 cricket season to wrest the trophy from the Tzaneen club at the Polokwane Cricket Club on Sunday. Eagles ended the season undefeated by winning 12 of the 14 matches they participated in, with the remaining two matches being abandoned due to rain. On Sunday in their last league fixture against the defending champs, Eagles opted to bat first after winning the toss and scored a respectable total of 224/8 after 50 overs. Eagles’ Jaco Smit continued with his great batting form during the season to top score with 88 runs off 95 balls. He received good support from Pieter Haasbroek, who scored a patient 58 runs off the 132 balls he faced. Petri de Kock weighed in with a blistering 40 runs off only 24 balls at the end of the Eagles innings. The Hornbills were bowled out for 107 runs in reply to give Eagles a well-deserved victory by 117 runs.

Polokwane City FC ready for Pirates Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za Polokwane City FC Head Coach, Bobbie Solomons is confident that Polokwane City can cause a major upset against Orlando Pirates whom they are set to face at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday. Solomons remains positive despite the team losing 3-2 to Golden Arrows at King Zwelithini Stadium in Durban last Saturday. City currently is on the 13th position of the log with 16 points after 17 matches and they desperately need to start winning matches to better their position in the Absa Premiership. In their last four encounters they lost against Moroka Swallows, Golden Arrows and drew against SuperSport United and Platinum Stars. “It is not going to be an easy match against Pirates, we are positive of a good result against them. They lost a match against Sundowns and we have also lost against Arrows. It is not going to be an easy game at all, but we are more than ready” Solomons said.

Please forward a concise Curriculum Vitae to gavin@anaprop.co.za. ENTERTAINMENT Mall@Lebo would like to invite all artists in the area to perform during the launch weekend from 24 to 27 April. Please send your profile and picture to lama@anaprop.co.za. We are looking for: • Pantsula/gumboot and traditional dancers • Gospel and hip hop groups • Jumping castles, face painters, catering and more... LEASING For Shop/leasing enquiries please contact: Evah Sathekge Leasing Manager - New Developments Tel: 012 656 8957 | Fax: 086 654 8151 | Cell: 084 602 7790 Email: evah@anaprop.co.za

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MEUbELS: Groot hoeveelheid repo-meubels. Sitkamerstelle, televisiestelle (‘flat screens”), hoëtroustelle, skootrekenaars, rekenaars, selfone, hangkaste, kombuiskasstelle, slaapkamerstelle, yskaste, vrieskaste, muureenhede, dubbelbed- en koninginbasisstelle, koffietafels, eetkamerstelle en nog vele meer items, te veel om op te noem. ANDERE: Muureenhede, leersitkamerstelle, sitkamerstelle, kantoorstoele, koffietafels, eetkamerstelle en nog vele meer items te veel om op te noem. VOORWAARDES: Kontant of bankgewaarborgde tjeks of internetbetalings (internetfasiliteit beskikbaar by kantoor) dieselfde dag van die veiling. Geen uitsondering sal gemaak word nie. AFSLAERSNOTA: Besigtiging Vrydag, 14 Februarie 2014. Moenie hierdie veiling misloop nie! Registrasiefooi van R1 000.00 is betaalbaar. Items is in baie goeie toestand. Baie mooi voorraad. Geen waarborg op items nie. BTW is betaalbaar op alle REPO-MEUBELS. Die afslaer behou die reg voor om enige items by te voeg of te onttrek sonder enige kennisgewing. BAIE BELANGRIK: INDIEN TELEVISIESTELLE GEKOOP WORD MOET ‘N TELEVISIELISENSIE GETOON WORD VOORDAT TELEVISIES GELAAI MAG WORD. Alle items moet verkoop word en gelaai word nie later as Maandag 17 Februarie 2014 nie. VIR ENIGE NAVRAE KONTAK ESTELLE DE bEER 083 648 3282.

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Broer en suster kranige teenstanders op atletiekbaan >> Verbeter altesaam ses rekords >> “’n Mens kan nie sonder ‘n doelwit oefen nie en moet deurgaans 150% insit.” RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

urro Heuwelkruin het tydens verlede week se interhoër vir onafhanklike skole geskiedenis gemaak toe hulle vir die eerste keer dié byeenkoms gewen het. Twee van die skool se atlete, Ilanie en Jan Heystek het uitmuntend presteer. Dié broer en suster is gedugte opponente op die atletiekbaan. Ilanie, o.16, en Jan, o.19, het oë laat rek toe Ilanie vier en Jan twee rekords verbeter het. Sy stel nuwe rekords op in hoogspring (1,50 m), 100 mhekkies (15,4 sekondes), 200 m (26,0 sekondes) en 400 m (63 sekondes) terwyl Jan die rekords in 100 m met 10,69 sekondes en die 200 m met 22,20 sekondes verbeter en ‘n eerste plek in die 400 m behaal. Ilanie het ook tydens verlede week se vriendskaplike byeenkoms op die Peter Mokaba

Stadion nuwe rekords in die 100 m-hekkies (15,16) en 200 m (25,18) verbeter en is as senior Victrix Ludorum-atleet aangewys. Benewens atletiek neem sy ook aan netbal, hokkie, swem en ringbal deel. Jan is ook ‘n kranige rugbyspeler wat vir die skool se eerste span uitdraf en verlede jaar deel van die nasionale Curro 7’s-span was. Beide het ‘n groot liefde vir atletiek en is dit eens dat hul die beste afrigter, Danie Roux het. “Hy druk ons en laat ons behoorlik sweet tydens oefensessies, maar dit is alles die moeite werd.” Hulle spot en sê die lekkerste van atletiek is die dag van die byeenkoms want dan is dit hard werk vir ‘n kort rukkie wat veel lekkerder is as ‘n hele middag se swoeg en sweet tydens oefening. Albei is van mening dat harde werk vrugte afwerp. “’n Goeie atleet het tonne deursettingsvermoë en moet ‘n goeie verhouding met sy afrigter hê,” sê Ilanie terwyl Jan meen harde oefening en doelgerigtheid maak ‘n atleet suksesvol. “’n Mens kan nie sonder ‘n doelwit oefen nie en moet deurgaans 150% insit.” Ilanie werk hard om plek in die junior Olimpiese-span te kry terwyl Jan vanjaar vir ‘n eerste plek tydens die Suid-Afrikaanse Atletiekkampioenskappe mik omdat akademie vanjaar sy eerste prioriteit in graad 12 is.

Hulle glo Roux se leuse “Boots on, switch on en game on” dra by tot hul sukses op die atletiekbaan. Jan streef ook na Roux se woorde:” Die bus ry, jy moet self hard werk om hom in te haal.” Benewens haar liefde vir sport droom Ilanie daarvan om kuns te studeer en ‘n akteur te word. Jan is reg om sy hande vuil te maak op ‘n plaas en wil gaan boer. “Ek wil graag in ‘n landboubestuursrigting studeer.” Die kameraadskap tussen die twee wat mekaar deur dik en dun ondersteun is duidelik. “As ek deelneem hoor ek net Jan en my beste vriendin se stemme. Ons onderskraag mekaar en praat mekaar moed in met alle kompetisies,” sê Ilanie. Hulle raad aan opkomende atlete is: “Besluit vroeg wat jou doel op die atletiekbaan is en werk daarvoor. As jy dink jy gaan presteer en slegs twee keer ‘n week oefen, kan jy jou drome op jou maag skryf.” Ilanie het nie ‘n spesifieke leuse nie terwyl Jan sê hy lewe volgens die motto: “ Hou jou woorde soet vir ingeval jy dit moet sluk.” Foto: RC Myburgh

Jan en Ilanie Heystek laat ses rekords spat tydens die onlangse interhoër vir onafhanklike skole.