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ith more than R1 billon of its R2,4 billion municipal infrastructure grant budget (MIG) not spent during the 2012/13 financial year, service delivery in Limpopo is a ticking time bomb, a dire situation triggering warning lights at an alarming pace. Speaking frankly Mr Anton Bredell, a Democratic Alliance (DA) Minister in the Western Cape government tasked with the Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning portfolio, doesn’t beat about the bush when exchanging thoughts on lessons Limpopo can learn from the Western Cape. He touched down in Limpopo last Thursday and Friday for meetings with role players from various sectors in Bela-Bela, Mookgophong, Tzaneen, Makhado and Polokwane, accompanied by DA Provincial Legislature Caucus Leader Desiree van der Walt. Bredell ended his visit with a two-hour session in Polokwane aimed at briefing DA councillors on good governance. According to Van Der Walt the meetings formed part of the first of a series of conversations she has initiated in her capacity as DA spokesperson on local government matters. In an exclusive interview with Polokwane Observer Bredell

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Limpopo crime statistics released >> BLADSY 7

WATERVERMORSING>> afterwards indicated he brought a message of hope for the respective audiences and the DA in the province, by highlighting the Western Cape journey. With reference to Limpopo statistics he said the picture based on Census figures was not a positive one. The province had an unspent balance of R1 014 782 on its last allocated MIG budget of R2 462 883. It entailed a 58%-expenditure on 30 June 2013, resulting in it ranking last of all provinces. In comparison Western Cape had a zero balance. During his presentation he referred to an assessment of the final scores in the management performance assessment tool (MPAT) based on an assessment To page 2

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et net ‘n paar dae voor die Limpopo Lentekarnaval op Saterdag, 28 September doen die organiseerders ‘n beroep op al die inwoners om deel van die vrolikheid te wees. Vermaak word deur Gavin Esterhuizen, Hannes van Tonder, Mia Louw, JP Zeelie en Jaco Taylor verskaf saam met plaaslike kunstenaars verbonde aan die Rock Hard Music se musiekskool. Kosstalletjies, speletjies, perderitte, waterballe, springkastele en verfbalteikenskiet sal die kinders besig hou terwyl volwassenes die kuiertent besoek om hul dors te les en die rugbywedstryd tussen Suid-Afrika en Australië op die grootskerm te volg. Om 07:00 vind ‘n bergfietswedren oor 22en 42 km plaas. Registrasie beloop R70 (42 km) en R50 (22 km). Kinders onder 9 jaar kan

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Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com Although she is only nine years old Palesa Masimene has the world at her feet. This Grade 3 learner is adamant to bring back the prestigious Little Miss World 2013 title from Antalya, on the Mediterranean coast of south-western Turkey where the pageant will be held from 29 September to 5 October. The beautiful Palesa won the opportunity to take part in the pageant when she was crowned Princess of the Sea International 2012, first runner up of the Mini Miss Nations International 2012 and overall winner of the Mini Princess of the Sea International title in Brazil last year.

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In 2010 she was crowned Little Miss Daisy followed by a spread of titles in 2011. These included Little Miss Winter crown, first princess of Miss Valentine and Miss Mini Thornhill and second princess of Little Miss Polokwane Show. She also added Queen of the Little Miss Lovely and Little Miss Polokwane Show 2012 to her prestigious titles. Palesa started modelling at the tender age of five. “Being with the Showcase School of Modelling has been a rewarding journey for me,” said Palesa. The trip doesn’t come cheap and her parents had to ask friends and family to support their daughter’s future. “I want to thank everyone who donated towards my dream. I will not only represent my country and province,

but will not disappoint those believing in me,” she said. She will be modelling in African attire to portray her nationality and plans to wow the crowed with a traditional Tsonga dance as part of the talent show. Palesa will have to wait another year or two before she will be able to travel overseas again as it is time for her to focus on her studies. Back home she will take part in the Miss Glam Kids Limpopo competition set to take place in December.

Lim time bomb From page 1 from 31 management standards in 17 management areas, from which it was apparent that Limpopo was in seventh place nationally with regards to strategic management. On governance and accountability Limpopo received a 47% score, placing the province in fourth position countrywide. However, when it came to human resource management the province scored 23% and when measured on its financial management, Limpopo yet again took seventh place at 34%. Limpopo was sitting on a service delivery time bomb, he said. Money was not the problem, he continued. The people of the province would have to call its political leadership to account, Bredell remarked and reckoned Limpopo has failed at both political and administrative level. The sooner Limpopo stopped producing excuses and finding solutions for its problems, the better, Bredell concluded.

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>> An alleged display of factional tendencies during private meetings >> Expected intervention could render canvassing contenders hell-bent on bringing to an end the deployment of mayors powerless YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com

ational ruling party intervention is likely to halt elective conference processes in regions of the province scheduled for this weekend in order to address apparent disputes arising from branch gatherings and so-called faction-related activities in Peter Mokaba and Sekhukhune regions. According to insiders in African National Congress (ANC) ranks contenders for top positions and their allies are suspected of an alleged display of factional tendencies during private meetings, running of signature campaigns involving bogus members and disappearing with branch general meeting (BGM) packages listing the names of preferred candidates for regional executives as well as Provincial Legislature office-bearers and Parliamentary position holders. The expected intervention by a national task team following a meeting on Monday will most probably see weekend conferences in Peter Mokaba and Sekhukhune regions be postponed by a week, Polokwane Observer was informed. According to information

Mopani, Vhembe and Waterberg regions are ready to commence with their conferences scheduled for next week. In this context the names of Peter Mokaba Regional Task Team (RTT) Convenor Lehlogonolo Masoga, Peter Mokaba RTT Coordinator Zebulon Mphofela and Sekhukhune RTT Convenor Jerry Maseko were mentioned. It is believed that by implication the expected intervention could render canvassing contenders hell-bent on bringing to an end the deployment of the likes of Capricorn District Executive Mayor Lawrence Mapoulo, Polokwane Executive Mayor Freddy Greaver and Blouberg Mayor Seriti Sekgoloane, considered the last remnants of the Cassel Mathale stronghold formerly based at Mowaneng, powerless. Sources stressed that Greaver was defeated as chairperson of the ANC Winrainbow branch in Ward 19 in mid-September when his two-year term came to an end. One such source indicated Greaver left the meeting when it became apparent that he was not the preferred candidate to take the branch further. Members demanded change, another said. Apparently Mapoulo is considered to be replaced as Chairperson of the ANC’s Peter Mokaba Region by Masoga. In the same vein it was learnt that Sekgoloane, a member of the Phistus Motudi branch in the ruling party’s Ward 18, and branch secretary Domola Molea, a manager in his office, are being suspected of requiring Police intervention during a recent BGM when it was obvious that 458 branch members supported Masoga for position of future Peter Mokaba Regional Chairperson. Eventually, a source said, some 50 members of the branch continued with the meeting after allegedly demanding

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at the hospital were activated as a result of the electricity failure. “Unfortunately the one serving the theatre exploded due a technical fault. As a result all scheduled operations have been moved to the Mankweng Hospital Complex until the power issues experienced in Polokwane and the surrounding areas are rectified,” Van der Linde explained. Other services at the hospital will continue as normal, according to Van der Linde.

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New Police Com vows to tackle increasing crime how to react, thus the campaigns will not only benefit the victims but also the Police protectors and all involved in domestic situations relating to abuse. impopo residents could be sleeping “The Limpopo SAPS will also address the sounder following the newly appointed identified syndicates and groups involved in Provincial Police Commissioner Fannie crime through focussed intelligence based Masemola’s plans to effect positive changes in covert operations,” Masemola said adding the crime infrastructure of Limpopo thanks to that a Provincial Tracking Team will also be his knowledge and experience in the intelliestablished to find wanted suspects. His short gence sector of the National Police. term goal for the province includes intensifying Masemola spoke to members of the fourth Police visibility and ensuring targeted patrols estate and various safety and security repreare held on a regular basis. In response to a sentatives during the release of the 2012/2013 lack of sufficient vehicles, Masemcrime statistics yesterday (Wednesola said he will personally ensure day) at the Provincial Joint Operathat all vehicles left unattended tions Circuit offices in Ladine in at workshops will be fixed and Polokwane. utilised. During his presentation he “I have already discussed the vowed to curb the rising figures shortage of police vehicles with the and to also ensure the influx of National Police Commissioner, who drugs into the province is stopped. has ensured that we will be receivLimpopo’s back is being broken ing delivery of extra vehicles in the by rising crime figures, especially near future.” Second-hand shops, sexual offences, attempted murder, pawn shops and scrap metal dealarmed robbery, fraud and shoplifting who have all increased in the Photo: Keshia Jansens ers will also be put under Masempast financial year. With his vast van Rensburg ola’s microscope while he will be conducting intelligence led operabackground in Police Intelligence, Lt Gen Fannie Masemola plans to intervene by Masemola, Provincial tions focussing specifically on these conducting focussed operations to Police Commissioner establishments who so often aid criminals by buying stolen goods. address liquor outlets, drug outlets, of Limpopo. “These intelligence operations will gang activities and the availability also target chop-shops and problematic scrap of dangerous weapons as crime generators. yards. Masemola will also be establishing a He further aims to conduct various awareness Provincial Property Task Team. campaigns to address sexual abuse, sexual “I have taken note of the current crime offences and domestic violence. These camstatistics and the strategic plans we have put paigns cannot be used solely as a preventative measure to the crimes as Masemola explains in in place will ensure a positive turn-around for Limpopo,” Masemola ensured. many cases that the Police need to also know KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com

Limpopo crime statistics released

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KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com Serious crimes like sexual offences, attempted murder, armed robbery, arson, fraud and shoplifting has been on the increase in Limpopo in the past year. The Limpopo statistics were officially released by Provincial Police Commissioner, Lt Genl Fannie Masemola yesterday (Wednesday). Sexual offences rose by 15,8%, attempted murder by 3,1%, armed robbery by 9,1%, arson by 12,3%, fraud by 17,3% and shoplifting by 10,9%. A positive note highlighted during the release of the figures is the decrease of crimes against women and children by 7,98% while crimes against children decreased by 4,23%. Another key highlight discussed by Masemola was that of 1 812 imprisonments handed down together with 2 207 life imprisonments. The increase in drug seizures was high on Masemola’s list of concerns, as it was showed

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that the amount of drugs found in Limpopo in the 2012/2013 financial year has increased drastically. More than five tons of dagga were confiscated compared to the previous year’s amount of less than 2 tons. A further 83 Mandrax tablets, almost 3 kilograms of cocaine, over 3 kilograms of Nyaope and less than a kilogram of Whoonga was seized by the Limpopo Police during the period of 2012 and 2013. The province further confiscated 177 512,353 litres of alcohol from 1 April 2012 until March 2013, this amount includes the confiscation of home brewed beer. A total of 2 298 illegal taverns were also closed during this period. Crimes which decreased in the past financial year are murder (-2,3%), assault GBH (-4,7%), common assault (-7,1%), common robbery (-10,0%), housebreaking (-0,6%) and stock theft (-8,2%).

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Kabeldiewe laat inwoners, besighede in die duister RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com Nege kabels van ongeveer ‘n 100 m elk is Woensdagoggend (gister) deur kabeldiewe by die Alfa-substasie op die Matlalapad gesteel wat besighede en wonings in die grootste deel van die stad lamgelê en in duisternis gehul het. Die word as die grootste kabeldiefstal-insident wat Polokwane Munisipaliteit nog getref het, beskou. Volgens munisipale woordvoerder, mnr Matshidiso Mothapo is Ladanna, die industriële gebied in die Ladanna-omgewing, Bendor, Eduanpark, Thornhill, Emdopark, Serala View, nuwe Florapark, Sterpark, Welgelegen en die omgewing rondom Savannah Mall en Mall of the North deur kragonderbrekings geraak. Mothapo het gister (Woensdag) gesê die stad sal vir die heeldag en moontlik ‘n gedeelte van die aand sonder elektrisiteit wees, maar dat dit selfs langer kan neem en daar geen aanduiding is van wanneer die elektrisiteit herstel sal word nie. “Elektrisiteit na sommige gebiede kan

vroeër as ander herstel word. Intussen maan ons inwoners om alle elektriese toestelle af te skakel en alle oop drade as gevaarlik te beskou,” sê Mothapo. Hy kon nie ‘n geldwaarde aan die skade koppel nie en sê persone met inligting wat tot die inhegtenisname van die misdadigers kan lei, moet dit onverwyld by die naaste polisiestasie aanmeld. Hy het nie op Polokwane Observer se navrae oor die munisipaliteit se pogings om kabeldiefstal te voorkom, reageer nie. Benewens die gebiede rondom die stad se hospitale wat ook deur die kragonderbreking geraak is, is inwoners gerus gestel dat Mediclinic Limpopo wel elektrisiteit het. “Ons weet nie eers die elektrisiteit is af nie want ons het puik kragopwekkers wat elke lig en mediese apparaat van elektrisiteit voorsien. Besoekers en pasiënte kan gerus wees dat ons nie sonder elektrisiteit sal wees nie,” sê Mediclinic Limpopo-kliëntediensbestuurder, me Istha McMillan. Teen druktyd is elektrisiteit in sommige woongebiede reeds herstel.

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RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Goeie bestuursvernuf is ‘n vereiste as voertuigbestuurders slaggate in die stad suksesvol wil vermy sonder skade aan hulle voertuie. Wrakstukke wat vir dae lank die pad vol lê na ‘n botsing, het inwoners ook bekommerd.

Munisipaliteit moet wrakstukke opruim na ongelukke ‘n Anonieme inwoner sê wrakstukke lê op verskeie straathoeke, sommige in die pad en ander op sypaadjies. “Dié wat in die straat lê is soms skerp dele van ‘n motorbuffer, enjinonderdele of hoofligte wat nie net ‘n gevaar vir motoriste inhou nie, maar ook vir voetgangers”. Polokwane Munisipaliteit-woordvoerder, mnr Matshidiso Mothapo sê dit is die munisipaliteit se verantwoordelikheid om die botsingstoneel

Mamabolo defeats Malema ally

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r Boy Mamabolo, former friend and now archrival of Mr Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), was on Tuesday evening elected chairperson of the African National Congress’ (ANC) Milo Malatjie Branch in Ward 13, Seshego. Mamabolo, a strong backer of President Jacob Zuma and Roads and Transport MEC Lehlogonolo Masoga walloped Mr Jossey Buthane, an ally of Malema in the clash for the chairpersonship. Another Masoga adherent, Mr Phenyo Chere was elected branch secretary. This branch also nominated Masoga, touted to succeed Capricorn District Mayor Lawrence Mapoulo, for the position of chairperson of the Peter Mokaba Region. Masoga was also nominated by the Mike Matapola Branch in Tzaneen following his friend, Mr Nathi Sedibe, an ANC Youth League (Ancyl) leader in Tzaneen lobbying for him. The Mike Matapola branch also nominated Economic Development Environment and Tourism MEC Seaparo Sekoati to

lead the Mopani Region. Masoga’s nomination was welcomed by John Lekgothoane, Ancyl leader who dismissed allegations that he supports the EFF following his identity being used on Facebook making the allegation. Mamabolo said: “We have now defeated the enemy. It is our time to ensure that we bring unity in the ANC. This is Malema’s former branch and we defeated the enemy. Our mandate is to restore discipline and respect in the ANC. Our priority is to ensure that the ANC wins the 2014 general election. We want to also state it very clear that Masoga will lead the Peter Mokaba Region without fear and favour. He is a disciplined comrade who is equal to the task. We will rally behind him.” Mamabolo was also nominated as an additional member of the Peter Mokaba Region, Sedibe said: “We are ready to reclaim the glory of the ANC hence the latest developments. Masoga and Sekoati must lead to restore the dignity of the ANC. We all know what happened and it must just be corrected.” Masoga said: “As a disciplined member of the ANC I will never defy the ANC.”

op te ruim. “Nooddienspersoneel verwyder die meeste wrakstukke in die pad tot op die sypaadjie, maar wanneer botsings snags of oor naweke plaasvind, sal die wrakstukke eers die volgende dag of die Maandag opgeruim word. Dit is die munisipaliteit se vullisverwyderingen/of die paaie-afdeling se plig om op te ruim,” sê Mothapo. Hy sê nie alle botsings, veral minder ernstige botsings, word aan die munisipaliteit

gerapporteer nie en dat die publiek wrakstukke op sypaadjies en in die strate dadelik by 015 290 2000 moet rapporteer.

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Local contractor causes damage to security vehicles KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com A local security company which recently opened its doors in Polokwane was dealt a blow the past week following damage done to their vehicles when an allegedly careless building contractor on the adjacent premises began demolishing a brick perimeter wall. Polokwane Observer witnessed the damage done to these vehicles and was told by the security firm, who wishes to remain anonymous, that the damage is estimated at thousands of Rand. “One vehicle was damaged at the back where a window was broken due to falling debris from the building contractor who broke down the said wall. The second vehicle suffered a dented bonnet from falling

bricks.” He further said that no warning was ever received from the contractor requesting the removal of the vehicles prior to their demolition of the wall separating the two premises. In our attempt to determine the identity of the contractor, Polokwane Observer was threatened by the contractor and warned that if anything was published, the newspapers’ doors would be closed. The contractor further stated that he would sue any publication printing any information relating to the damage of the vehicles. “I will take legal action against you if you publish anything because this is a personal matter between me and the security company whom I am already in contact with to repair their vehicles.” After further investigation it was found that the demolished wall is allegedly the property of the Sanlam Flats. Attempts to speak to the owner were fruitless. This security vehicle was damaged when a perimeter wall separating it from an adjacent property was demolished allegedly without prior notice from the contractor responsible.

September 26, 2013

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Skreiende watervermorsing muni glo te bang om in te gryp RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

olokwane het die afgelope tyd ‘n ernstige watertekort. Terwyl inwoners in hoogliggende gebiede se krane reeds besig is om op te droog, blyk dit dat die munisipaliteit te bang is om waterdiefstal en –vermorsing in veral die sentrale sakegebied aan te spreek. In die parkeerarea in Genl Joubertstraat word emmers water vrylik uit ‘n kraan by ‘n openbare toilet getap om motors teen betaling te was. Bakkies wat met minstens 30 kanne wat elk 25-liter neem parkeer langs die ablusieblok, gebruik ‘n pyp en tap die kanne doodluiters vol. “Ongeveer 750 liter water word dus per bakkie gesteel. Sommige bakkiebestuurders parkeer twee tot drie keer per dag om kanne vol te maak en die ergste van alles is dat polisie- en munisipale beamptes gereeld hier beweeg, maar nie die probleem aanspreek nie,” sê ‘n winkelbestuurder, wat verkies om anoniem te bly. Die man sê hy het verskeie kere met drie munisipale beamptes, wat gemagtig is om die probleem aan te spreek, gepraat waarna een van hulle hom meegedeel het dat hy uit vrees vir sy lewe te bang is om in die gebied te gaan. “Dit is onaanvaarbaar. Intussen moet ons toekyk hoe belastingbetalers moet opdok vir watervermorsing. Besighede begin noustrop

‘n Pyp word gebruik om waterkanne op bakkies vol te maak. Minstens 750 liter water word per bakkie weggery terwyl die munisipaliteit glo te bang is om die probleem stop te sit.

trek omdat kliënte ook nie meer in die gebied wil kom nie want hulle word deur voertuigwassers lastig geval en parkeerplek is minimaal omdat motoriste stop om hul motors te laat was.” Die winkelbestuurder sê sy afleweringsbode het onlangs met sy motorfiets in die parkeerarea geval nadat hy in ‘n klomp seepwater gegly het. “Hoekom kan die munisipaliteit nie net die kraan sluit nie? As hul eie beamptes nie hier wil inkom nie, hoe onveilig moet die res van die publiek en winkeleienaars voel?” Munisipale woordvoerder, mnr Matshidiso Mothapo sê die munisipaliteit is van die probleem met voertuigwassers in dié gebied bewus. “Die munisipaliteit is besig met ‘n sisteem wat hulle sal reguleer, soos met die parkeermeterstelsel. Ons het reeds ‘n paar voorlopige plekke geïdentifiseer waar die wassers moontlik gehuisves sal word en hulle sistematies voertuie kan was,” sê Mothapo. Hy sê die munisipaliteit is onder die indruk dat die voertuigwassers ‘n ooreenkoms met een van die besighede het waar hulle water mag tap om voertuie te was. “Ons sal dadelik die onwettige gebruik van munisipale water in die parkeerarea aanspreek. Bakkiebestuurders sal ook eersdaags aangekeer en vervolg word,” sê Mothapo. Die gemeenskap word gemaan om water- en sanitasieprobleme by 015 290 2376 aan te meld terwyl wetstoepassers van die munisipaliteit by 015 290 2457/8, 2011, 2403 of 2480 gekontak kan word.

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What’s UP DIARY OF EVENTS

26 September >> Die Plaaswerf op die Mahkado-pad hou ‘n pretdag om 08:00 vir kinders tussen die ouderdom van 3 en 12 teen R10 per persoon. Daantjie Kat van die munisipale verkeersdepartement kom kuier. Skakel Hanta Horn by 076 753 7328 vir meer besonderhede. 27 September >> Red Hot Soul, ‘n fotografie-uitstalling deur Yolande Nel open by Small Wall Gallery by Compensatiestraat 80. Galery-ure is Woensdae tot Vrydae van 14:00 tot 17:00 en Saterdae van 09:00 tot 14:00. Skakel Leopold Senekal by 082 462 1514. 28 September >> Sterkloop Tackle and Petshop presents a Dog Show in conjunction with the Polokwane Animal Lovers (PAL) at 09:00. Entry fee is R10 per category and payable at the shop. Great prizes are at stake. Contact them on 015 295 8180 for more information.

28 September >> Sjiek-Shack bied ‘n markdag by hul perseel, by Rockcotta Garden Decor & Paving in Kerkstraat aan. Vir meer besonderhede skakel me Yolande Botha by 082 448 2618. 28 September >> Die Limpopo Lentekarnaval word van 07:00 by die sportterrein van die Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé aangebied. Kaartjies is R30 per persoon. Laerskoolleerders en kinders jonger as nege jaar kan die karnaval gratis saam met hul ouers geniet. Kaartjies is by Cyclelab in die Thornhill Shopping Centre beskikbaar. Skakel Jurie by 082 468 0444 of Flip by 083 446 7774. 5 Oktober >> Die Polokwane Kinder- en Gesinsorgvereniging bied ‘n Immergroen Ouerskappraatjie deur fasiliteerder, Estie Boltman aan waar ouerskapbehoeftes onder meer bespreek word. Kaartjies kos R50 per persoon en is by kindersorg se kantore in Jorissenstraat 42A beskikbaar of skakel 015 297 3326. 11 Oktober >> The Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa) hosts their annual Relay for Life at the old Peter Mokaba Stadium. Contact them on 015 297 1268 for more information. 30 November >> The Raymond Shihawu Foundation in collaboration with Beyond Entertainment Movement (BEM) is hosting the first ever Limpopo Hip Hop Awards at the Library Gardens auditorium from 18:00. Contact Tlakale Mogowe on 083 574 6018 for more information.

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Mr Leopold Senekal van Small Wall Gallery deel sy gunstelinge met Polokwane Observer: Gunsteling boek: Great Expectations (Charles Dickens) Gunsteling musiek: O mio babbino caro (uit Gianni Schicchi van Puccini) Gunsteling dis: Moussaka Gunsteling bestemming: Maldives Gunsteling uitdrukking: Stille waters diepe grond, onder draai die duiwel rond Gunsteling motor: Jeep Wrangler

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Culture revisited

Charli Bedet Ke di Khothane- (they are Khothanes), my niece explained at the appalling sight of expensively clad young men dancing and spilling an exquisite whiskey on each other. “These are not even the real ones “she continued - they are just imitating the real iziKhothane. The real ones destroy their expensive clothes, expensive gadgets and even tear money in full view of everyone to seal their trendy social standing. “ I was reeling. How did we arrive at this point where young men think that washing their hands with expensive whiskies and drying their hands with two hundred rand bank notes is an acceptable behaviour? And what’s driving this ostentatious and garish sub-culture and why is it tolerated in society today? To answer the question, one has to look at the lifestyle of the nouveau riche, those who amassed substantial amounts of money in recent years and who see lavish lifestyles as the standard for achievement. This life of opulence and equating power and success to a car brand, clothing label or a liquor brand has translated into the iziKhothane sub-culture. Don’t get me wrong, I am of an opinion that in a free society, people should live their lives in a way they see fit and if showing off their material possessions is what makes them happy, so be it. However, the downside of this kind of behaviour naturally reflects on the poor and makes their destitution more disgraceful and hurtful. Those at the lower end of the economic scale are stretching their hard earned Rand to obtain a perceived respectable social standing. They buy things they don’t need, with money they don’t have, just to impress others while sinking in debt. The cold fact is that, most of the iziKho-

thanes are young men still living with their financially challenged parents. To add salt to injury, some parents go as far as taking out bank loans to support their offspring’s cry to fit in a society governed by superficiality and appearances. The great enemy here is the alignment of self worth with an extravagant lifestyle. This alignment encourages instant gratification in the youth; a need to obtain a lot as quick as possible without talent; skills and hard work. They too, are scrambling to get rich without any entrepreneurial acumen. Where are we going with this? We should start making an effort to teach our children to appreciate that prosperity is brought on by hard work. That success is not only measured by mere possession of money but lies in the joy of achievement and in the thrill of creative effort. That wealth honoured in an unjust society is a disgrace. I know of no caring society that was ever built on the rich living undisturbed wasteful lives while the poor are bearing the burden of poverty and living a wretched existence. I mean, what’s the point of gaining riches and losing one’s humanity along the way. The test of our freedom and progress should not be whether we only hold high those who have achieved wealth but whether we provide enough for those who have too little. And when young men are destroying what they cannot afford to just to fit in, we should be horrified and realise that in the same act, they are destroying their futures too. *About the author Charli Bedet is the Founding CEO of Balushi Media, the first full service Public Relations and Event Management firm with international partners in Polokwane. She holds a bachelors degree in International Communication Management from Inholland University, Rotterdam. She also studied International & European Law from the Hague University. Visit www.balushimedia.co.za.

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Requests for meetings with remaining Members of the Executive Council (MECs) representing priority departments not yet met for purposes of interviews have fallen on deaf ears as Polokwane Observer has been kept waiting for diary slots for close to a month now. Polokwane Observer considers the proposed interviews of relevance and utmost importance in order to inform its readership, equally constituting taxpayers, decision-makers or an electorate within a greater community, mainly of possible changes in departmental structures, challenges experienced and the prioritisation and allocation of tax money. In emails to officials of the Departments of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism as well as Provincial Treasury on 28 August and 29 August respectively, official requests have been sent for meet-

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ings with MECs Seaparo Sekoati and Rudolph Phala, considered the holders of portfolios representing priority departments. From the onset an official in Sekoati’s office indicated that the MEC was indeed willing to grant the interview, but was facing time constraints and that he would indicate when he would become available. Follow-up calls resulted in the same response, until Monday when departmental comment was required on the MEC’s unavailability. After threatening to take Polokwane Observer to court if the newspaper published his initial remark, departmental communications head Simon Matome later declined to comment. Several attempts to secure an interview with Phala dismally failed, whether through a senior official or a spokesperson.

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Jané Smit het dié pragtige kremetart onlangs in die Kruger Nasionale Park afgeneem.

Puik diens by BB Auto Ek het aan die begin van die jaar ‘n Nissan Navara V9X by BB Auto gekoop en ongeveer ‘n maand gelede probleme met die voertuig ondervind wat die plaaslike handelaar in Lephalale nie kon opspoor nie. Ek het Gerdus Bothma by BB Auto gekontak wat gesê het ek moet dadelik die voertuig inbring. Op pad Polokwane toe kon ek nie vinniger as 60 km/h ry nie. Binne 30 minute kon hulle die probleem vasstel, maar ek was in Polokwane en my vrou en kinders in Lephalale sonder ‘n voertuig. Die voertuig kon nie dieselfde dag reggemaak word nie en moes by ‘n vriend oorslaap. BB Auto het laat weet hulle kan help met ‘n leenvoertuig totdat hulle die onderdele van my voertuig gekry het. BB Auto het intussen vir my ‘n splinternuwe voertuig van Nissan Suid-Afrika gereël omdat die leenvoertuig in Polokwane benodig is. Dit is nie hulle verantwoordelikheid om dit te doen nie maar het werklik uit hul pad gegaan wat hul ook baie geld gekos het. Nie eers by BMW het ek sulke goeie diens gekry nie. Ek sal nêrens ooit weer ‘n voertuig as by BB Auto koop nie. Hulle diens en naverkoopdiens is puik. Dankie aan Gerdus Bothma, Louis Koekemoer en die res van BB Auto se personeel wat werklik tyd spandeer het om my te help. Daar is min mense en besighede soos julle. Johan du Preez Lephalale

Defeating the ethos and the values of the ANC While the national leadership of the African National Congress (ANC) is trying its utmost to stabilise and rebuild the party in Limpopo, the current conduct and behavioural

processes leading to the regional and provincial Conferences are clearly a negation of these process. It is a matter of extreme pain and political opportunism that some among the members of this glorious movement persists with their nefarious activities, which clearly defaces the building blocks of consolidating our movement for the better. We seem to forgetting that in order to rebuild the ANC, we need first of all to correct the misnomers of the past. My gripe is in relation to activities which divide rather than unite the ANC. For starters I was extremely disturbed by the lists which are circulating in the Province purporting to be so-called “line-ups” for both the regional committees and parliamentary lists. All these lists emerge from faceless people who have given themselves names such as “core groups” which are unheard of in our liberation movement. The emergence of these self appointed “core groups”, composed by political opportunists and self styled political careerists is a reason our glorious movement is in trouble. They sit in dark rooms in the middle of the night, arrange leadership which includes themselves and sponsor our branches and delegates to appoint them in leadership as if they are popular leaders. This must stop. It is this behaviour, which led our movement to drift away from popular election of leaders to “arrangement” of leadership, which brewed factionalism and divisions within the movement. All of a sudden our organisation gets led by funny characters that do not hold the slightest idea of our values and character. The arrangement of leadership by these people defeats the foundation upon which the ANC was build, which is the unity of our people to defeat the philosophy of apartheid and colonialism, and push back the frontiers of poverty,

and the establishment of a free, democratic, non-racial, non-sexist and prosperous society. These are the people who deflect our focus as the ANC from serving our people but to serve their political ambitions at all costs. These arrangers of leadership defeats the basic principle in our movement which tells us that the basic organ of the ANC is the branch. They weaken the ANC branch, appointed self styled mini dictators in our branches and sponsor them to push through their lists in our branch general meetings. A weak ANC branch is indeed in their interest as it will be in no position to challenge their nefarious activities. These nefarious and reactionary tendencies must be defeated and the ANC PTT must take strong action against individuals found to be engaged in this divisive tendencies. The ANC has spoken very strongly against slates, and it is upon our members to work together to expose those who send us messages with slates to appoint them. A point must also be made by those whose names appear on these slates, to rise up and publicly denounce the sates. This will be a demonstration of true leadership, and a defeat of foreign tendencies in our movement. For Limpopo, this is the time when all of us who love progress and unity, should rise and declare unity and nothing else. We should rise in our branches and refuse to be cannon fodders and rubber stamps of midnight nefarious meetings. True leaders should emerge from the democratic and open processes established by our leadership in the NEC, PTT and RTTs. We must defeat these tendencies, expose the midnight oilers and refocus our movement to the path of development and good governance. Benny Boshielo ANC Member wrote in his personal capacity.

September 26, 2013

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Premier Stan Mathabatha, second from right, MEC for Cooperative Governance Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs Ishmael Kgetsepe, Polokwane Executive Mayor Freddy Greaver and Capricorn District Executive Mayor Lawrence Mapoulo at Tuesday’s celebrations.

Stan urges youth to uphold ubuntu HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

remier Stanley Mathabatha has urged young people to uphold the spirit of ubuntu and show respect for senior citizens whom he says are the primary source of living heritage. Mathabatha was addressing the provincial Heritage Day Celebrations in Polokwane on Tuesday. “Actually we can learn a lot through

oral history and other means from them. We should appreciate as this generation that we are because they are and they are because we are,” he said. “We should celebrate our living heritage as people as an essential source of identity and continuity,” he said remarking that Limpopo, with its rich diversity of cultures, presents a microcosm of the rest of the rainbow nation. He further pointed out the province’s unique heritage of Mapungubwe which is testament to its contribution to early human civilization.

Julius Malema ready to die for revolution the African National Congress (ANC), the Democratic Alliance (DA) and Agang. He will never consider going back to the ANC because Mr Julius Malema, leader of Economic Freedom he was “rejected” after appealing his expulsion from the liberation movement. Fighters (EFF) remains a powerful political Malema expressed his resentment of the force whose influence should, ahead of next “bulletproof white capital by the imperialists” year’s general elections, not be underestiwhich he says is controlling the ANC. mated. “The ANC is comfortable with its status Malema, who has been called “motorquo and doesn’t promote local investment,” mouth”, “woodwork”, “nincompoop”, “the rebel Malema said adding that he is ready to go to from Masakaneng and “red ant” was of late parliament should EFF members deploy him. compared to Adolf Hitler or Benito Mussolini “My preference is to work just like a foot by Agang leader Dr Mampehele Ramphele, soldier. I like to work from the ground however says he will “die” for the policies of his newly registered party. Ramphele said: “Do not forget I will not fail EFF members if they want me to represent them in parliament,” he added. how Hitler and Mussolini emerged as leaders Malema stated that he is not scared to die because desperate people were looking for an fot the cause. “I never received any death alternative. Malema is no alternative. Corrupthreats. When you name is called it is called, tion charges are staring him in the face and he that must never preoccupy your mind. You does not pay his taxes.” Malema’s EFF policies promote the expropri- can’t kill the ideas of the revolutionaries. If is my time so be it; even if you work at a crèche ation of land without compensation for equal you can’t escape death, you can still die anyredistribution in use; nationalisation of mines, time,” he stressed. banks, and other strategic sectors of the Refusing to talk about President Jacob economy without compensation; building state and government capacity which will lead to the Zuma, he said he is not surprised that his allies, former Premier Cassel Mathale and his abolishment of tenders; free quality education, cronies were ousted and are still being given a healthcare, houses and sanitation and also hiding because of the power shift in Limpopo massive protected industrial development to brought about by the outcome of the Mancreate millions of sustainable jobs. It further gaung ANC elective conference where Zuma favours the introduction of minimum wages in emerged victorious. “Cassel knew he was order to close the wage gap between the rich going to be ousted and so that’s not surprisand the poor, close the apartheid wage gap ing. Everyone who was associated with me is and promote rapid career paths for Africans a target. Many of them are cowards because in the workplace; massive development of the they know that if they can African economy and advobe seen with me they are cating for a move from rectargeted. They don’t stand onciliation to justice in the for what they believe. I entire continent and open, respect people who stand accountable, corrupt-free for what they believe,” he government and society said. without fear of victimisation Malema said he by state agencies. respects his archrival, In an exclusive interRoads and Transport MEC view with Polokwane Lehlogonolo for not being Observer Malema said: a coward but believing in “The EFF is going to be himself. government in waiting be“Lehlogonolo is not a cause its radical policies of coward, unlike many that equal redistribution in use, we know. He comes from nationalisation of mines, the same resilience that I banks, and other strategic come from, together with sectors of the economy David Masondo. I don’t without compensation agree with Lehlogonolo aren’t confused”. He added: but I know you can trust “We want complete transMasondo and Masoga with formation of our economy your life. They are not leading towards emancipacowards, they believe in tion of our economy.” Regarding next year’s PHOTO: YOLANDE NEL what they believe and they general elections he said Mr Julius Malema, leader of Economic will die for their cause,” he said. Freedom Fighters (EFF). the race is only between MPHO DUBE >>mphodube.observer@gmail.com

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September 26, 2013

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ie verwonding en trauma wat ‘n slagoffer van mensehandel moet deurmaak, is ondenkbaar. Hul blywende geestelike letsels en selfvertroue word in so ‘n mate afgebreek dat ‘n pop, die grootte van ‘n persoon se hand, een van die min maniere is om hulself weer lief te hê. Me Joyce Fraser het vroeër vanjaar haar skoonsuster by die Gereformeerde Kerk Pietersburg-Noord opgemerk waar sy poppies vir mensehandel-slagoffers sit en brei het. “Ek is self lief vir naaldwerk en dit het dadelik my aandag getrek. Toe sy verduidelik waarmee sy besig is, kon ek nie wag om by die huis te kom om vir die goeie doel te help brei nie,” sê Fraser. Die poppies word tydens beradingsessies met mensehandel-slagoffers gebruik. Fraser het verlede week haar 82ste pop aan die Polokwane Kinder- en Gesinsorgverenigingmaatskaplike werker en inisieerder van dié poppieprojek, me Christa van der Linde oorhandig. Volgens van der Linde speel die poppies se grootte ‘n belangrike rol tydens berading. “Slagoffers hou die poppie in hul handpalm en druk dit styf teen hul bors vas. Op hierdie manier leer ek hulle dat Jesus hulle styf teen Sy bors vasdruk en baie lief het. Terselfdertyd leer slagoffers om hulself weer lief te hê,” sê sy. Sy sê slagoffers is erg getraumatiseer en voel niks meer werd nie. “Die poppie skep die gevoel dat die slagoffer weer iets gekry het wat haar eie is en waarmee sy haarself kan assosieer. Selfs volwasse slagoffers vind vrede met die poppies wat so klein is, maar die wêreld se verskil maak.” Volgens Van der Linde doen Fraser baie moeite met die poppies om hulle kleurvol met verskillende haarstyle te maak en slagoffers kan nie wag om een huis toe te neem nie. Fraser het geen planne om op te hou brei nie. Sy brei ongeveer twee aande aan ‘n pop en met haar man wat gereeld saans

werk, skep dit die ideale geleentheid om die breipenne uit te haal. “As dié poppies iemand van die seer van mensehandel kan genees, is ek trots om op hierdie manier te help. Benewens die goeie doel waarvoor dit gaan, geniet ek dit en het popspeel vir my ‘n nuwe betekenis gekry,” sê sy. Mensehandel is die industrie wat wêreldwyd vinniger as enige ander kriminele bedryf groei en is tans ook een van die grootste probleme in Suid-Afrika. Slagoffers van mensehandel word gebruik in ‘n verskeidenheid ‘beroepe’ soos prostitusie, kinderarbeid, skuldarbeid (afwerk van skuld sonder betaling) of ander vorms van ongeskoolde dwangarbeid. Die handel en verkoop van babas en kinders vir aanneming of om ander redes val ook binne hierdie kategorie van handeldryf.

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Mee Joyce Fraser en maatskaplike werker, Christa van der Linde hou van die poppies vas wat tydens beradingsessies met mensehandel-slagoffers gebruik word. Fraser het sedert April reeds 82 poppies gebrei.

Anandie is sprokiesmooi met matriekafskeid MARIËTTE SNYDER >> mariette.observer@gmail.com Sy het soos ‘n prinses gelyk toe sy op 21 September saam met haar metgesel, Andries Janse van Rensburg by haar matriekafskeid by die Hoërskool Eric Louw in Musina opgedaag het waarna sy met groot verwagting uitgesien het. Die enigste verskil is dat Anandie Oosthuizen in ‘n rolstoel is en nie saam met haar maats op die dansbaan kon baljaar nie. Die stralende matriekleerder is sedert ‘n tragiese ongeluk verlede jaar, waarin hul skoolbussie na ‘n hokkietoer onderweg was, ‘n kwadrupleeg en van haar vriende is oorlede. Die vasbyter is ook nou betrokke by die Wiele 500-projek wat mense in haar situasie help om rolstoele te bekom wat aan hul unieke behoeftes voldoen. Anandie se ma, me Annelie Oosthuizen sê FOTO: VOORSIEN

Anandie Oosthuizen, graad 12-leerder van die Hoërskool Eric Louw op pad na haar matriekafskeid.

haar dogter is ‘n selfstandige mens wat nie die lewe by haar laat verbygaan nie. “Ons het haar met dankbaarheid en trots na die matriekafskeid sien gaan,” sê haar ma. Anandie het keuring gekry om volgende jaar in ‘n regsrigting aan die Universiteit van Pretoria te studeer. Met haar versorger aan haar sy, gaan sy haar toekoms opgewonde en vol verwagting tegemoet.

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Dié drie lede van die Dameskring Eerstegoud is hard aan die werk om pienk materiaal vir die Pienk Bome vir Pauline-projek te verkoop. Links is mee Ina van der Merwe, Magda Thiart en Annemarié Bakker.

ie pienk boomstamme binne en buite Mall of the North is die inisiatief van die dames verbonde aan die plaaslike Dameskring, Eerstegoud ‘n Christelike kultuurorganisasie wat landwyd hul steun aan die Pienk Bome vir Pauline-projek gee. Dié lede beman beurtelings die stalletjie om op hul beurt die stad te help pienk verfraai. Me Annemarié Bakker, een van die lede van die dameskring sê die projek is verlede jaar in Graaff-Reinet deur Carol-Ann van Jaarsveld begin wat haar ma en ouma, beide Pauline aan kanker moes afstaan. Met die inisiatief wat intussen landwyd uitgekring het, word geld vir kankerlyers ingesamel. Oktober is ook borskankermaand. Bakker sê die projek lê haar na aan die hart aangesien sy self geliefdes aan kanker afgestaan het. Die dameskring beplan om al die boomstamme in Grobler- sowel as Thabo Mbekistraat in pienk toe te draai om nie net geld in te samel nie, maar ook om bewusmaking te skep “Laerskool Pietersburg-Oos, die Hoërskool Pietersburg sowel as Babbelbekkies Kleutergroep, Volkswagen en ander besighede en individue is deel van dié verdienstelike projek,”

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The cost of electricity constantly on the rise. It is time to take a serious look at different energy sources one can use to ensure extra cash in your pocket at the end of the month. According to Totally Solar Polokwane, heating your home’s water accounts for around 30 to 50% of your electricity bill therefore solar Hot Water Solutions water heating is becoming a popular choice. Totally Solar Polokwane is the answer to saving you money. They answer some of the questions frequently asked regarding heating four and a 300 litre geyser will provide enough water with a solar geyser. water for a family of four to six people. What is a solar water geyser system? What happens to my old geyser? A solar water geyser system, usually sited on Your old geyser is emptied, disconnected and the roof of a house, captures the enormous left dormant in your roof. power of the sun’s energy to heat water for What will it cost to install a solar wathe home. Just like a conventional geyser ter geyser? heated by electricity, solar water heating This will depend upon the size of the system systems have a hot water storage cylinder. The that is necessary for your household’s hot water in the cylinder is heated by the system’s water requirements. As a guideline, the instaltube ‘collectors’ which trap the heat of the sun. lation of Totally Solar Limpopo’s high pressure Will I still have hot water even if it is water heating system ranges between R12 786 cloudy? for a 150 litre, R15 105 for a 200 litre and R23 Yes. Solar water heaters come equipped with a 862 for a 300 litre geyser. standard electrical back-up element to supple- Hot Water Solutions How long will it take for the solar geyment water heating during extended periods of ser to pay for itself? cloud-cover, poor solar radiation or if too much The payback period and solar water heating hot water is being used. Many of us do not savings depend on a number of factors – your realise just how powerful the sun’s radiation is. current total hot water monthly usage; the The sun’s core temperature is a mind-boggling percentage of your electricity bill used to heat 15,5 million °C and even though the sun is 150 water; the percentage saved using solar heatmillion kilometres away from Earth, we can ing (bearing in mind the more hot water used take full advantage of this ball of intense and presently the higher the savings will be once fierce energy – for free. you convert to solar); the cost of installing the How do I choose the right solar water solar geyser and the amount of the Eskom heater and the right geyser size for my rebate. home? An average payback period is around one There are different types of solar water heatand a half to three years depending on usage, ing systems on the market so take the time to after which you will enjoy constant free hot do a little research for a system that will suit water - courtesy of the sun. both your family’s daily hot water needs and In comparison, a geyser powered by electricyour budget. Solar water geysers come in difity only will increase in cost with each Eskom ferent sizes. On average, a family of four uses electrical increase. Therefore it is better to around 30-40 litres of hot water each per day heat as much water from the sun’s free energy plus extra hot water for household chores such as possible. as laundry and dishwashing. Depending on a For more information contact Totally Solar household’s hot water usage, a high pressure Polokwane on 079 466 1589, email them at 150 litre geyser would suit a family of three; limpopo@totallysolar.co.za or visit their website a 200 litre geyser will be ample for a family of at www.totallysolar.co.za.

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vertel sy. Bakker vra dat besighede en skole mekaar moet uitdaag om die projek se sukses te verseker. “Ons hoop om teen die einde van die projek R30 000 in te samel wat aan kankerlyers en instansies wat na hulle omsien, te skenk.” Die gemeenskap het tot einde Oktober om betrokke te raak al bereik die projek ‘n hoogtepunt op 18 Oktober as die donasies aan instansies gemaak word. Vir meer besonderhede kan Bakker by 082 484 6267 of Amanda Schnehage by 082 484 6267 geskakel word.

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University of Limpopo Spring Graduation

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Profs Tshepo Gugushe (acting Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Medunsa Campus), Mahlo Mokgalong (Vice-Chancellor and Principal) and Mbudzeni Sibara (Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic and Research) photographed during the singing of the National Anthem towards the end of the ceremony.

Ms Suzan Mashego was conferred an MSc in Soil Science

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A view of the graduates and audience during the UL’s Spring Graduation ceremony.

Mr Maje Jacob Phasha was bestowed a Ph.D

Mr Osvaldo Manuel Pelinganga was conferred the Ph.D Agric in Plant Production.

Ms Ntombi Sithole, Mr Malili Gideon the proud recipient Matshaba received a of a B.Com in AcPh.D in Physics counting.

Mr Jonathan Ohiorenuam Osiki was conferred a Ph.D in Public Health

Renowned South African Musician, Mr Steve Kekana received a LL.M in Labour Law.

he University of Limpopo on Friday conferred post graduate and undergraduate degrees, diplomas and certificates in the faculties of Science and Agriculture; Health Sciences; Humanities and Management and Law during its Spring graduation ceremony. Four doctorates, 46 masters, 85 honours and 333 bachelor and or undergraduate qualifications were conferred. Presided over by UL Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Prof Mahlo Mokgalong at the University’s Anglo Platinum Multipurpose Centre, the ceremony saw the cream of the crop being rewarded for their hard work and dedication. Two earlier graduation sessions held in May this year saw 12 doctoral, 787 other postgraduate and 2 820 bachelor degrees awarded in various fields. Mokgalong on Friday said the graduates are expected to help the country eradicate its societal challenges. “We are proud of the graduates. Their qualifications are relevant to the needs of this country. We are paying tribute to their achievements, but at the same time we are excited about

the contributions they are going to make in the country. We are saying to students who are still learning at the University that nothing is impossible, they can also make it and be like them,” he said. “We are happy with the progress we have made thus far. The University is proud of all the students who graduated this year. As graduates they have joined an eminent, lifelong community. We look forward to welcoming them back soon, either as alumni or postgraduates. We wish them all the best in their future endeavours,” Mokgalong had said during the earlier ceremonies. One of the graduates, Ms Pertunia Hlungwane who completed a BA degree in Communications said she was pleased to have complete her studies after a gruelling four years of studying. “It has been a great four years of learning experience. I enjoyed my life at university. I failed in the first year but I had to pick myself up. I want to thank my parents for their support, they supported me financially and emotionally and I will forever be indebted to them because life at the university is not easy,” Hlungwane said.

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orking on Fire (WoF) Limpopo fire fighters had to earn their stripes the hard way to contain a runaway veld fire destroying thousands of hectres of vegetation fanned by heavy winds in the Nylsvley Nature Reserve this week. According to Ms Matema Gwangwa, Communications Officer for WoF in Limpopo, the past week has been one of the busiest thus far and most of their teams were deployed at various fires throughout the province. “One of the biggest fires where we deployed our fire fighters was at Nylsvley Nature Reserve where an estimated 30 000 hectares of vegetation was destroyed. We dispatched both our ground and aerial resources to fight the raging fire that blazed across a front of 36 kilometres,” Gwangwa said. She added that due to parts of the province experiencing very dry conditions, which increases the high fuel load of the veld, Limpopo experienced more veld fires in the past week compared to previous weeks. “WoF have also cautioned people to be careful when starting fires, as a fire can be your friend by keeping the night chill away and to help cook your food, but an uncontrolled fire can be your

worst enemy by destroying everything in its path such as the environment, your home, people and pets,” Gwangwa explained. The government funded WoF programme has mobilised 487 fire fighters at 21 bases

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Working on Fire (WoF) ground fire crews battle the blaze at the Nylsvley Nature Reserve last week.

across Limpopo to help put out more than 79 fires in the province since the beginning of June. These ground fire fighters received support from the WoF aerial support teams made up of three spotter planes and three

The trail of destruction left by the fire that destroyed 30 000 hectares of vegetation at the Nylsvley Nature Reserve.

helicopters. Since the start of the fire season in June, Limpopo has recorded six veld fires in June, with the numbers increasing to 20 in July, 51 in August, and the same number recorded so far in September, according to Gwangwa. “In areas with a high fire risk, WoF can deploy their fire fighting teams within six minutes of receiving an emergency call through our partnership with fire protection associations, the Limpopo Parks Board, private partners and local municipalities. WoF have been able to respond quickly in rendering a highly skilled veld fire suppression service which is unparalleled anywhere in South Africa,” Gwangwa said. Nationally, the success of this government funded Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) has also been noted and close to 200 fire fighting teams has already successfully put out more than 800 fires to date since the start of the winter fire season on 1 June 2013.

CRIME shorts Croc dealers out on bail Alleged crocodile sellers, Messrs David Malatji and William Monyela appeared again before the Mankweng Regional Court on Friday where their case was postponed to 1 November for further investigation. The duo was arrested following a tip-off from residents in Mankweng, who alleged that they were selling live crocodiles. Brig Hangwani Mulaudzi, Provincial Police Spokesperson said the suspects allege they obtained the crocodiles from Acornhoek. The crocodiles were removed by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and taken to an animal sanctuary.

Police bust dagga dealer

Members of the Mankweng Police’s Dog Unit successfully nabbed a alleged dagga dealer, following reports received from concerned community members. According to the information received the dealer allegedly operates from Unit D, Mankweng. Const Matimba Maluleke, Spokesperson for the Mankweng Police Station says the suspect’s house was searched and four plastic wrapped parcels each containing nearly 10 kg of dagga was found. “The dagga is estimated to have a street value of R15 000. A 31-year-old man was arrested on charges of dealing with dagga and will appear in the Mankweng Regional Court on Thursday (today),” Maluleke confirmed.

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Die geslag van die skelet wat verlede week deur munisipale werkers, wat slote in die Polokwane Voëlpark gegrawe het gevind is, is steeds onbekend. Volgens die provinsiale polisiewoordvoerder, konst Tsetsi Lamula van die Westenburg polisiestasie is die forensiese eenheid nog besig met ondersoeke. Lamula doen ‘n beroep op die gemeenskap om met inligting rakende die skelet na vore te kom wat hulle met die ondersoek kan help. Skakel die Westenburg polisiestasie by 015 292 9410 of 015 292 9415.

N1 collision claims two lives A collision between two bakkies on the N1 outside Polokwane claimed the lives of two men on Thursday. According to Ms Vanessa Jackson, spokesperson for ER24 the paramedics were called to the scene after the driver of a bakkie travelling to Pretoria lost control of his vehicle and rolled it across the centre median and into oncoming traffic, colliding with a further two vehicles. “It is alleged that he lost control of his vehicle 10 kilometres from Kranskop Toll Plaza. Both drivers were pronounced dead on the scene. Three people were taken to hospital with minor and moderate injuries.

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Vermeende veedief, mnr Tinus Groenewald is Maandag borgtog in die Modimolle landroshof geweier waar hy op aanklag van die beweerde diefstal ter waarde van meer as R2 miljoen verskyn het. Groenewald, van Heidelberg afkomstig, het hom op 29 Augustus aan die veediefstaleenheid in Modimolle oorhandig nadat foto’s van hom in die media verskyn het wat met sekuriteitskameras geneem is. Kol Ronel Otto, provinsiale polisiewoordvoerder sê Groenewald is borgtog geweier omdat hy ‘n moontlike vlugrisiko is en nog in ander howe moet verskyn vir veediefstalklagte in ander provinsies.

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Messrs Jerome Lutchman, Fabian Kisten, Jermaine Murugan and Moses Murugan enjoyed the festivities during the Oktoberfest held at Bolivia Lodge on Saturday evening.

Oktoberfest celebrates 34 years KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com A German inspired live Oompah band, brilliantly blended draught beer and the smell of bratwurst and sauerkraut ensured attendants of this yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oktoberfest felt like they were in Germany, experiencing the real Oktoberfest held in Munich every October. Under the watchful eye of organiser, Mr Klaus Rabiega, the 34th birthday of the namesake of the popular festival once again saw more than 300 people attending and savouring German traditions at Bolivia Lodge on Saturday. Tickets to the event cost local

beer enthusiasts R200 which included a free Oktoberfest 2013 beer mug, a dinner and a free beer. Those attending the event completely embraced the evening of German delight and attire as seen on the streets of Munich made its way to Polokwane. The entertainment for the evening was provided by a genuine 6-piece Bavarian Oompah band that ensured the taste and trends of Germany were beautifully paired with the traditional music complementing the evening. Funds raised during the evening will once again benefit the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Polokwane.

Members from the 6-Piece Bavarian Oompah Band, imported especially as top-class entertainment for Polokwane during their 34th celebration of the Oktoberfest on Saturday.

Messrs Mark Howland, Horst Meyer, Luther Eisenberg, Ernst Teichler and Klaus Rabiega (organiser) make a toast to the 34th successful Oktoberfest held in Polokwane.

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DiĂŠ lede van die Suid-Afrikaanse Vrouefederasie (SAVF) is onlangs as dagbestuur verkies. Voor is mee Sophia de Swart (tweede visevoorsitter) en Hannelie Vorster (addisionele lid). Agter is mee Elsa Jansen (addisionele lid), Lisa Santa Rita (sekretaresse), Hantie van Staden (voorsitter) en Suzie Wentzel (addisionele lid). Mee Gloudine Smit van der Westhuizen (eerste visevoorsitter), Skiepie Vermaak (addisionele lid), Fridah Rabothata (Itelereng) en Monicca Manganye (uitreik) was afwesig.

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ompetition between mobile service providers remains fierce. Each operator strives to win customers by providing the best service and the best products. In Limpopo the majority of subscribers choose Vodacom. Vodacom Limpopo Executive Head of Sales and Marketing, Mr Imran Khan explained why Vodacom is the preferred choice. “It’s simple - Vodacom is the best network for smartphones. This means we maintain the fastest internet speed and network quality.” “According to statistics one out of every two mobile users in South Africa is on the Vodacom network. This is because not only do our customers experience the best network but they can also enjoy our latest

offerings which range from our prepaid Free4Sho tariff plan right to our Smart and VIP contract packages. These products provide real value for money,” said Khan. A key priority for Vodacom is to ensure its customers are connected at all times. “To this end we are rolling out a number of new base stations across the region to improve the quality of our network and coverage. In addition to this we have also installed a fibre network in Polokwane and Seshego to increase capacity as well as to connect companies and the public sector through our enterprise business unit, Vodacom Business,” he said. According to Khan Vodacom is also the first operator to roll out Long Term Evolution (LTE) or 4G technology in Limpopo. Polokwane, University of Limpopo in Mankweng and Lephalale are among the first areas to receive the superfast LTE service in the province. “At the end of the day we need to give our customers what they want. “This means worry free usage, the best connection and an unmatched customer experience,” said Khan.

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Limpopo Tourism Agency (LTA) partnered with Capricorn District and Polokwane municipalities to promote and showcase provincial tourism products to shoppers at Mall of the North on Saturday. LTA Spokesperson, Mr Mike Tauatsoala said the activation was part of their Tourism Month celebrations. “We are still celebrating Tourism Month and felt it would be befitting to showcase our various tourism products in the municipalities for our people so that they can start visiting those places. We staged the activation at Mall of the North because there are lots of shoppers there and we want them to know tourism products available to visit in their municipalities,” Tauatsoala said. He also added that during the activation municipalities also invited their respective small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) to come and showcase their products available in the municipalities. “This was seen by some SMMEs as an opportunity to promote their products as they always wanted this platform. They were very thankful and indicated that they needed opportunities such as those to promote their work. The SMMEs showcased their bead and art work promoting the African culture, of which Limpopo is very rich given the various cultures there are in the province. The SMMEs that exhibited at the Mall are Marmar Art and Craft, and A re Tsogeng Cooperative, Handy Helper and Melodic Pulse Music Academy all from Itsoseng Entrepreneurial Centre. We are very optimistic that the exhibition has highlighted what Limpopo and in particular the Capricorn district is made of in terms of culture. The officials of the three partners are confident that their principals will see the need for this exhibition to be an annual feature around this time of the year,” Tauatsoala was quoted saying.

Israel to represent Lim at Mini Miss RSA Israel Blackburn, a Grade 10 learner of Stanford Lake College has been selected to represent Limpopo in the Mini Miss RSA pageant to be held at the Buffelspoort ATKV in Magaliesberg. The winner represents South Africa overseas in 2014. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Israel Blackburn, Limpopo finalist in the Mini Miss RSA pageant.

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International Day of Older Persons is celebrated globally on 1 October and provides an opportunity to honour the contribution of senior citizens to society as well as raise awareness of the impact an ageing world population has and what it will require to ensure that they can grow old with dignity. The theme this year “The future we want: what older persons are saying” was chosen to draw attention to the efforts of older persons, civil society and other organisations to place the issue of ageing on the international development agenda. Ms Anneliese Bothma, Manager at Martha Hofmeyr Tehuis vir Bejaardes said they will not celebrate this special day on 1 October, but made arrangements for 4 October when it is more convenient for everyone to attend. They plan on inviting a primary school who will perform on stage and the residents will enjoy refreshments and interact with the learners afterwards. “Our senior people are very close to our hearts. We must respect them and make sure that they enjoy the last years of their lives,” said Bothma.

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CVO Skool Vivo plant bome vir die toekoms

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Dié leerders van die Christelike Volkseie Onderwys (CVO) Skool in Vivo het onlangs boomplantdag gehou en 30 bome geplant.

Diarise the first Limpopo Heritage Festival Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com The Limpopo Heritage Foundation invites the community to join them in celebrating the first Limpopo Heritage Festival at the Polokwane Library auditorium from 14 to 17 October. The festival is meant to respond to the high demand of cultural and heritage activities in the province. The foundation has conducted a

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selection of mini-festivals throughout Limpopo to select the best groups and individuals specialising in performing arts that will be showing their worth on stage. Artists from as far as Giyani, Venda and Mokopane will be part of the festivities. The festival will start at 14:00 and Ms California Matheba (078 138 4846) or Mr Peter Moruthane (076 522 5742) can be contacted for more information.

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Kholofelo Lekganyane (Miss Limpopo second princess) and Ms Lerato Seimela (Manager of Mogaung Hospice) with the items an anonymous benefactor donated to the hospice.

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iss Limpopo second princess, Kholofelo Lekganyane recently made a commitment to the community of Mankweng and the staff of the Mogaung Hospice to assist them with basic necessities on a daily basis required by the hospice. A generous sponsor, who prefers to remain anonymous, enabled Lekganyane to buy a brand new stove, microwave oven, cooking utensils as well as a lawnmower for the

Since the opening of the first Wakaberry branch two years ago the franchise has gone from strength to strength and can now also proudly boast the opening of Polokwane’s very own Wakaberry store in Mall of the North on Saturday at 09:00. This much-loved self-service frozen yoghurt brand is about more than just good frozen yoghurt. Ms Michele Fourie, co-founder of Wakaberry explains that they have been striving to create a brand that inspires loyalty and fun. “Our yoghurt is made from 100% real dairy, sourced from some of the best organic dairy farms in South Africa.” Wakaberry contains live active cultures and is NIHT Halaal certified,

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hospice. The Manager of the facility, Ms Lerato Seimela was overjoyed to accept the donation and said they appreciate the support of the community. She also expressed her gratitude towards Lekganyane for using her position as a beauty queen to add value to the lives of other people. Lekganyane said she will carry on with her goodwill towards the hospice because they are still in need of proper security, blankets and duvets, masks and gloves. She is also involved in assisting various drop-in centres and destitute families around Mankweng.

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Makgabeng Farm Lodge an Eteya runner-up HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

Makagabeng Farm Lodge in Senwabarwana was named third runner up during the National Emerging Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year Award (Eteya) held last Thursday. Makagabeng was named the provincial winner of the award earlier this year and represented Limpopo at the national event. Ms Lorainne Mabeba, owner of Makgabeng Farm Lodge has acknowledged the part of different role players, such as her staff, the local community and guests, towards the success of the establishment. “It was my first time entering the competition and to come this far is just beyond words. I want to thank my staff for their hard work and commitment, the guests and local com-

munity players for their overwhelming support. I dedicate the award to them,” Mabeba said. Mr Nocks Seabi, Chief Executive Officer of Limpopo Tourism Agency (LTA) said they are very excited to have Makgabeng Farm Lodge named as the second runner up of the competition. “We are proud of her and her establishment. Participation in such competitions not only elevates the profile of the province and that of the tourism product but also raises the service level standards in the province,” he said. Ms Thembi Kunene, Chief Quality Assurance Officer at Tourism Grading Council congratulated the provincial finalists and the overall winner, City Hoppers from Cape Town. “Their standard of excellence and the relentless effort they have ploughed into their businesses have ensured that Limpopo is a major player in our country’s tourism sector,” Kunene said.

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The Polokwane Nedbank Business Branch employees at the Small Business Friday celebration are Messrs Herman Sambo (Area Manager Limpopo North Retail), Gary Markson (Regional Manager Retail), Unathi Magalekane, Ms Mbali Sambo, Mr William Ramahuta and Ms Tebogo Lesoalo in the front with Messrs Milne Bekker, PJ Bouwer en Tondani Muthathi at the back. RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com

olokwane Nedbank Business Branch in collaboration with the Polokwane Chamber of Business (PCOB) celebrated Small Business Friday last week during a business breakfast held in Polokwane. The national celebration was held on 6 September. Employees from Polokwane Nedbank Business Branch assisted guests while Mr Milne Bekker presented guests with valu-

able information on Small Business Friday as well as Nedbank’s PocketPOS, a mobile point of sale as well as the SimplyBiz website, an online portal that enables entrepreneurs to network and find practical information that aids the starting, operating and growing of any small business. Small Business Friday recognises the importance of the small business sector and the need to elevate it and was started last year by Nedbank in association with the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC).

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Mr Nocks Seabi, Chief Executive Officer of Limpopo Tourism Agency and Ms Loraine Mabeba Owner of Makgabeng Farm Lodge during the National Emerging Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year Award (Eteya) ceremony held in Tshwane last Thursday.

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Drunken drivers escape from the law KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com

runken drivers in Polokwane seem to get away easily with breaking the law. Reports received recently by Polokwane Observer informed of drunken drivers in at least three unrelated instances being let off the hook due to minor injuries, a drip being inserted into their arm or plain sweet talk and begging for their freedom. One such a case occurred on 25 August when a car collided with that of a man, his wife and daughter driving down Suid Street. “As soon as the collision took place I climbed out of my car as I was not seriously injured. I then discovered the stench of alcohol and vomit inside the car driven by a teacher that collided with my Isuzu bakkie,” the man recalled. The accident report in possession of Polokwane Observer states the incident occurred when the two vehicles sideswiped each other while driving in the same direction. In an attached report Const Phumzile Nyundu wrote under oath that she suspected the driver of the vehicle was under the influence of alcohol, yet

when she and her colleague were approached by the victim, he was told a blood test cannot be done due to injured person being on a drip. “I walked straight over to the ambulance to see how badly he was injured and found no drip attached to his arm,” the driver of the Isuzu bakkie stated. After following the ambulance and waiting at the Polokwane Provincial Hospital blood tests were taken from both parties involved. “Since the accident no Police official has contacted me for a statement or to let me know what’s the outcome of the investigation,” he said. In another case a family of four were driving into town from the Dalmada smallholdings when they were allegedly bumped from behind by a speeding taxi that drove off after the collision. “We chased the driver until we reached Palmietfontein and then forcefully had to remove the keys from the ignition of his vehicle before he could escape again. He was visibly drunk and with the Police and the owner of the taxi’s encouragement an affidavit was signed stating the owner of the taxi will cover all repair costs if the case is not opened. This is what we did and the case was never opened in

Attorneys belonging to the National Law Society will be drafting free wills for interested individuals during the National Wills Week being held from 7-11 October. Co-Chairpersons of the Law Society of South Africa, Ms Kathleen Matolo-Dlepu and Mr David Bekker says ensuring that you have a valid will can protect the interests of your loved ones and ensure no delay in settling your estate after your death. “A valid will allows you to state who would inherit your assets and property, appoints an executor of your choice to your estate and also who you would choose as a guardian for your minor children,” they said. It is further very important to get a qualified attorney to draft your will as they have the necessary knowledge and expertise to ensure that your will is valid by complying with all the legal requirements in the National Photo: Warren Blunt

Model Works owner, Ms Nicolize Beukes with Model Cup director, Mr Dominique Rensleigh at the opening of the modelling school last Thursday.

Wills Act and also making sure it complies with your last wishes. Barbara Whittle, talking on behalf of the Law Society of Limpopo says it is vital to involve a qualified attorney in the drafting of your will as they can advise you of any problems that may arise with your will and also assist your chosen executor. “If you die without having a proper will in place your assets might not be left to the person of your choice. This could also cause conflict among members of your family because there is no clear instruction on how to distribute your assets.” Some of the participating attorney firms in Polokwane are Elmari Bierman, Espag Magwai Attorneys, Malesela Donald Ledwaba Attorneys, Malesela Moloto Attorneys, Pratt, Luyt & De Lange Attorneys, Stemmet & Osmond Inc, Niland & Pretorius Inc and Smit & Maree Attorneys. For a detailed list of participating attorneys in Limpopo go to www.lssa.org.za or call Whittle on 012 338 5800.

the first place,” said a second victim. Subsequently a seven month pregnant woman and her husband were also involved in a similar case where a drunken driver could not be tested due to a breathalyser not being available. “We were scared that there was something wrong with the baby and didn’t stay to see what happened; since then we have heard nothing from the Polokwane Police.” WO Lesiba Ramoshaba, spokesperson for the Polokwane Police told Polokwane Observer, “Do not create a mountain out of a minor crater.” Following this statement by the Polokwane Police, Ramoshaba urged motorists to always report accidents, albeit a minor bumper to bumper collision or a more serious accident. If people don’t open cases, we have nothing to investigate. Pertaining to the case involving the Isuzu bakkie, Ramoshaba ensured he will be personally investigating the matter further to ensure the guilty party is brought to book. He also added that when alcohol consumption is suspected in a driver they are sent to the Provincial Hospital were blood tests are then taken. “It’s a tricky question to ask about the drip or about medication interfering with the results, I am not a doctor.”

Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The Provincial Executive Committee (PEC) of the South African Local Government Association (Salga) met last Thursday to discuss a number of issues affecting municipalities. These included the state of electricity licenses, clean audits, community development and other matters. During the stakeholder presentations in terms of the annual financial statements, the Provincial Treasury recommended to Salga’s Executive Committee that municipalities be encouraged to improve internal controls to detect and prevent the occurrence of unauthorised, irregular, fruitless and wasteful expenditure, and hold people responsible for the identification and non-disclosure for these types of expenditures. “It was a quarterly meeting just to check on the progress we have made in terms of finances of the municipalities and thus far we are doing well. Even though

we are doing well municipalities are still owed lot of money by the departments,” a press release by Mr Thipa Selala, Communication and Marketing Officer for Salga, read. Selala also noted that in terms of the Municipal Debts Report, Salga and the departments of Provincial Treasury and of Cooperative Governance Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs have, as required by Outcome 9, established a Provincial Debt Reduction Forum the purpose of which is to bring all stakeholders together to collect outstanding government debts and resolve disputes. The statement further read that Salga compels itself in joining the municipal finance directorate so that the Clean Audit Support Initiative is a joint workforce that assists in key critical focus areas such as internal audit and risk management matters, ways to address findings raised by the Auditor General and challenges in improving audit outcomes.

New modelling school opens its doors in Polokwane Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The latest model school in Polokwane, Model Works officially opened its doors on Thursday to help young people reach their full potential and make a positive change to their future. Local model, singer and the owner of Model Works, Ms Nicolize Beukes says she is proud to be associated with the Dodela Benefit Fund that uses concepts like the Model Cup as instruments to help young people without discrimination all over South Africa to build better self-esteem, leadership ability, self-confidence, and entrepreneurship skills. Mr Dominique Rensleigh, Mr SA Photogenic 2006 and a Director of Dobela Benefit

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>> Drunken drivers in Polokwane seem to get away easily with breaking the law. >> Ramoshaba urged motorists to always report accidents, albeit a minor bumper to bumper collision or a more serious accident.

Start planning your future today Salga discusses municipal issues KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com

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Fund has created the concept of using modelling as a sport. Model Cup competitions have been held since 2005 with the purpose of keeping the youth from the streets to give them direction, uplift them and empower them in a safe family environment to compete against others to improve themselves, while at the same time developing their leadership abilities. Now Beukes, who was recently crowned as first princess at the Vaalwater Spring King and Queen Festival wants to instil the sound principles at Model Cup competitions at her modelling school. “I want to use Model Works to develop the self-esteem and leadership abilities of children, teenagers and even adults, even if they are not going to be full-time models one day,” she explained.

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24 OBSERVER Panarottis celebrates 1st birthday polokwane

Messes Arnold Mutasa, Mahlale Mangwane and Ms Elizabeth Mabitsela, waiters at Panarottis are proud of every pizza they serve to their customers.

Posing with two of Disney’s most beloved characters are Zunicka Marais, Melanie Groenewald and Richárdt Myburgh.

Visitors to Mall of the North on Saturday were keen to taste the delicious pizza samples.

Panarottis MoN celebrates first birthday with loads of fun hat can be more memorable than celebrating your business’ first birthday with delicious pizza, a mafiathemed party and a pizza eating competition? That is precisely how the ever popular Panarottis Mall of the North did it over the weekend when the outlet’s management and staff went all out to treat its customers to a birthday bash to remember. The celebrations started with a mafiathemed evening and wine tasting which saw pizza lovers eating as much pizza as they like. Co-owner, Ms Angelique Wolmarans dished out loads of freebees and sold a few bottles of special wine to those wanting to do their part for charity. The proceeds were donated to the Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa). Saturday saw 31 teams from various stores in the mall as well as a team from Polokwane Observer participate in several sessions of a pizza eating competition. Team members had to consume as many slices of pizza as they could in one minute. The honours for this session went to Reggies Mall of

the North when one of their employees, Mr Daniel Ramokolo managed to eat six slices. Polokwane Observer teammates, Messrs Sylvester Coetzee and Dolf Sutton made a mean team enthusiastically supported by the editorial. All participants received Panarottis gift vouchers for their sportsmanship. Shoppers weren’t left out as they could taste scrumptious pizzas and other meals on the menu throughout the day. The children had even more fun playing games, having their faces painted and posing for photographs with Mickey and Minnie Mouse. Wolmarans thanked everyone who supported them during their birthday celebrations. “A special thank you to every business in Mall of the North who went out of their way to make out first birthday a special one,” she said. She also thanks her dedicated staff for their hard work. “Thank you not only for making our day special, but for your hard work throughout the year. You guys rock,” she added. In further support of Cansa Ms Ria du Plessis from the association was given an opportunity to spray customers’ hair in bright colours.

Messrs Dolf Sutton and Sylvester Coetzee, Polokwane Observer’s team members receive their gift vouchers and medals on Saturday.

Mss Ria du Plessis (Cansa) and Jacqueline Klem-Fisher (Manager Panarottis Mall of the North) in playful mood.

Ms Angelique Wolmarans, Co-owner of Panarottis Mall of the North.

Mr Daniel Ramokolo from Reggies managed to eat six slices of pizza.

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Mr Matome Raletjena keeps the guests happy with a bottle of tequila during Panarottis in Mall of the North’s mafia-themed party.

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Mr Michael Serumula (Vodacom in Mall of the North) attempts to work down his second slice of pizza during the competition.

Mr Handri Bezuidenhout and his wife, Stella contributed to the success of Panarottis Mall of the North’s first birthday celebrations.

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Turning to the East for inspiration polokwane

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Malani Stone and Miranda de Bruin, two women who have found inspiration in the East. YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com

omehow Malani Stone keeps on turning to the East for inspiration. Her affection for that part of the world comes to the fore when she tells of a life in the South Korean capital of Seoul where she adheres to foreign customs and traditions. With the exception of a year in between, her adventure has thus far lasted 13 years, of which she also spent a few in Taiwan. Her stay in South Korea initially took flight in 2009 when she followed up on an advertised teaching post in the smalls of a Cape newspaper while taking care of a sick aunt. She first left for Minrak-Dong for two years where she enjoyed teaching kids at a public school. Thereafter Stone moved to Ui-

jeongbu for another two years where she taught pre-schoolers as well as English classes after school, otherwise known as buxi-bun. In March this year she moved to Seoul upon her teaching contract expiring to enrol with Korea University for a two-year English Education Masters Degree, all made possible by her having obtained a scholarship. It is a life that exposes her to other cultures, as her friendship circle is made up of individuals from Korea, Iran, Hungary, Azerbaijan and America. She refers to Koreans mostly displaying a commercial culture, but at the same time adhering to a hierarchy that greatly demands respect. The population has become modernised over a very short period of time and modern technology plays a huge role

in their daily existence, she says. Earlier this week she returned to Seoul after a break of a fortnight divided into attending a family wedding, visiting Kruger National Park which she regards her all-time favourite destination and stocking up on a host of local treats... koeksisters, boerewors and the ever elusive South African braai she so misses living abroad. Returning to her country of current domicile, her luggage is bound to be bulging with maize for pap, chocolate, biltong and the famous brand name chutney and meat extract good for having on toast to last until she can return home again, she quips. She is quick to add that while living in a city driven by modern technology, top notch services and infrastructure as well as a fashion trendy population, she mostly misses her family, homegrown flavours and scrapbooking. After an earlier stretch in Taiwan, Stone returned to Asia in 2004 at the same time as then colleague Miranda de Bruin, who also joined the conversation with Polokwane Observer. While Stone stayed on in the south of Taiwan, De Bruin moved on to the north and then to Vietnam and Singapore, eventually staying abroad for seven years. De Bruin describes Singapore as the perfect place where East and West meet, with the add-ons of a lovely cultural mix and excellent academic achievements presenting an amazing combination for productivity. Stone stresses that without a doubt her experience is a continuous learning curve, during which she constantly keeps growing. “Never a dull moment,” she exclaims. “You keep on meeting new people and your mindset keeps on changing.”

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Artist and herbalist David Murathi with examples of his work.

Ms Margrit Schulze, German Foreign Language lecturer at the University of Limpopo with a sculpture by artist David Murathi.

‘Art dismissed as irrelevant to needs of SA society’ YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com In the current South African society art is dismissed as irrelevant to the needs of society. With her reference Ms Margrit Schulze, a German Foreign Language lecturer at the University of Limpopo (UL) introduced a paper jointly delivered with sculptor and herbalist David Murathi during the institution’s recent spring lecture programme. Discussing indigenous knowledge in Limpopo as expressed in Murathi’s wood sculptures and herbal medicine, she expressed the opinion that growing interest in indigenous knowledge indicated a seismic shift in the collective consciousness about the value of the knowledge passed down by forebears. Polokwane Observer recently featured an article on Murathi’s work then on display at UL during Science Week. This time he was back at the university to share his knowledge on traditional medicine

and carvings from dead wood found in the surrounds adjacent to Mashau village in the Elim area where he resides. His collection reveals his relation to culture and the expression of his creativity through sculptures made from dead wood. “This interest goes hand in hand with a quest for a new South African identity where one’s inherent ethnicity or belonging to a cultural grouping still plays a role but is subsumed in an overarching South African identity. The question for us now is how we take up the challenge of integrating indigenous knowledge into our South African identity. David Murathi’s work opens a living doorway into the knowledge that he has accumulated over his life.” She said Murathi’s contribution to the seismic shift in collective consciousness was revealed by him not only making commentary about humanity in his work, but also in his doing good for humanity through his service to his community as a herbalist.

Locals win with Savannah Mall KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com Shoppers who entered the Savannah Mall Harley Davidson competition received a chance on Friday to win one of two prizes during a lucky draw held in anticipation of the year end draw where one lucky winner will drive away with a coveted Harley Davidson motorcycle. Both draws are proudly sponsored and hosted by Savannah Mall. The first prize is a voucher to the value of R1 000 that can be spent at any Harley Davidson store nationwide. The second prize is a Pillion Breakfast Run to be arranged with the local drivers of Harley Davidson motorcycles. The grand prize of the motorcycle

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Name:________________________________________________________________________________________ Surname:______________________________________________________________________________________ ID No:________________________________________________________________________________________ My till slips to the value of R1500 are attached to this entry Form

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Please read these terms and conditions carefully, if you enter our competition, we will assume that you have read these rules and that you agree to them. To Enter This Competition You Must Be: (a) A RSA Resident (b) 18 Years Or Older At Time Of Entering The Competition (c) Winner will be responsible for own Motor Cycle drivers’ licence (d) Terms and Conditions printed on entry forms 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

will be decided following a draw held after the closing of the competition on 29 November. To be considered for the grand prize, customers have to fill out an entry form, attach R1 500 worth of till slips bought at Savannah Mall and put it in the entry box. Savannah Mall Marketing Manager, Ms Karen Botha said customers do not have to spend the R1 500 at once. “Customers can add as many till slips as they like as long as it adds up to R1 500. The entry box is next to Wimpy and PNA on the upper level of the mall. Entry forms can be obtained from our management office, any tenant in the mall, the information desk at the banking mall or downloaded from our website, www.savannahmall.co.za,” she said.

The competition is not open to employees of Harley – Davidson or Savannah Mall and Tenants. No responsibility will be accepted for entries that are lost or delayed or which are not received for any reason. The judges decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. The closing date is as specified and Savannah Mall reserves the right to amend the competition and date at any time. By entering the competition the winners agree to participate in such promotional activity and material as Savanna Mall may require. The prize will not be transferable to another person. No part of a prize is exchangeable for cash or any other prize. If an advertised prize is not available we reserve the right to offer an alternative prize of equal value. Incorrectly completed entries will be disqualified. Insurance is for the winners's own expense Semi-finalist must be present on 30 Nov, 12h00 for the finalist draw. Lucky draws will be done during the competition period.

Marketing Manager of Savannah Mall, Ms Karen Botha hands over a Harley Davidson voucher to the value of R1 000 to Mr Andre van Tonder. Van Tonder was the winner of a lucky draw prize, after entering Savannah Mall’s Harley Davidson competition.

Mr Francois Brits was the winner of the Pillion Breakfast run prize proudly sponsored by Savannah Mall and some local Harley Davidson drivers from Polokwane. With him is the Marketing Manager of Savannah Mall, Ms Karen Botha.

Matric Farewell 2013

Magoshi Selowa and Khuriso Mulaudzi.

Kabelo Masekoa and Mapula Sebola.

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Tshilidzi Ratshibaya and Miyanbo Esley.

Itumeleng Masenya and Khutso Mailula.

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made by the boys while the girls impressed with their princess dresses and mini-skirts, complemented perfectly by the elegance and style portrayed in the venue. Although the evening started much later than planned, guests in attendance still enjoyed the glitz and glamour of the event.

Flora Park Comprehensive High School matric farewell

Thopo Lekgothoane and Grace Molomo.

Thopo Lekgothoane and Nakedi Molokela.

Pamela Pitjeng and Thato Tladi.

rade 12 learners from Flora Park Comprehensive High School (FPCHS) celebrated their matric farewell in style at Protea Hotel Landmark Lodge on Friday evening. Colour blocking was the fashion statement

Pamela Pitjeng, Prudence Buthelezi and Charmaine Mthombeni.

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Mapula Sebola, Isabelle Masha, Molatela Mokwele, Tshepo Ralehlaka, Thelma Legong and Hazel Dikgale.

Bekende ontwerper maak droomrok vir matrikulant MARIËTTE SNYDER >> mariette.observer@gmail.com

Kamogele Maribana and Pfarelo Mulaudzi.

Kabelo Masekoa, Leroy Mothiba and Khutso Lesufi.

Om soos ‘n sprokiesprinses op jou matriekafskeid te lyk, is enige meisie se grootste wens. Dié droom is vir Paige Bester, graad 12-leerder van die Hoërskool Pietersburg bewaarheid toe sy vroeër vanjaar as die wenner van die Mall of the North Matric Farewell Competition, in samewerking met plaaslike ontwerper, Nico Willoughby-Smith en Polokwane Observer as mediaborg met pryse ter waarde van R120 000, weggestap het. Om in aanmerking te kom, moes deelnemers ‘n A3-grootte voorstelling van hul perfekte matriekafskeiduitrusting indien wat skoene en ‘n bypassende haarstyl insluit. Paige het volgens Willoughby-Smith kop en skouers bo die ander deelnemers uitgestaan. Ander borge is Nadia Klopper Photography, ‘n plaaslike tandheelkundige praktyk, Peugeot, Jama Ballroom Dance Studio, Body Life Health and Fitness Club, Art of Hair, Sorbet, Solo, Michelangelo Jewellers, Vision Works en Nino’s, Mall of the North. Willoughby-Smith en Paige het die rok saam ontwerp. Sy was ekstaties oor die pryse wat sy van die borge ontvang het. “Ek kan nie genoeg dankie sê vir die uitnemende borge wat bygedra het tot een van die wonderlikste aande van my lewe en die perfekte afsluiting van my hoërskoolloopbaan nie.” Willoughby-Smith sê die kompetisie was een van sy beste ervarings as modeontwerper. “Paige was die perfekte model. Ek is tevrede met die eindproduk en hoop volgende jaar se wenner sal ook so ‘n totale transformasie kan ondergaan.”

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Paige Bester, wenner van die Mall of the North Matric Farewell Competition in die asemrowende uitrusting deur plaaslike ontwerper, Nico Willoughby-Smith.

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Gerard van Beek en Twané Grobler.

Jacques Steenkamp en Varuschka Taljaard.

Alex Schutte en Nicole Strydom.

Ilze-May Troskie.

Joeline Dicks.

PHS-matrieks neem stylvol afskeid Hoe platter en vinniger die motor, hoe deftiger. Ander het verkies om in die bak van ‘n stootskraper hul opwagting by vanjaar se Hoërskool Pietersburg-matriekafskeid te maak. Paartjies het asems laat wegslaan met aandpakke en -rokke wat deur bekende plaaslike ontwerpers geskep is.

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Pieter Wentzel en Alicia Caldeira.

Johann Swanepoel en Leandri van Schalkwyk.

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Casper Coetzee en Chardemonique Jacobs.

Luca Brice en Dedray Lubbe.

PJ Malan en Janell Uys.

Werner Gerber en Awanda Viljoen.

Ivan O’linsky en Leoné Potgieter.

Johan Heyneke en Nadia Botha.

Christiaan Stolts en Marelize Vermeulen.

Damian Terblanche en Zanél Verwey.

Muller Coetzee en Monique Schoeman.

Moné Erasmus en Steven Strydom.

David Jordaan en Linné van Rensburg.

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Gerhard Veldman en Yolandi van der Merwe.

Jacques de Lange en Kelly Cocks.

Jan Hendrik Groenewald en Lize Nel.

Eddie Human en Christelle Els.

Gawie van Dyk en Yolanda Whelan.

Landré Coetsee en Biancé Vermaak.

Ruan Landsberg en Sureine van der Merwe.

Christi Nel en Elizma van der Merwe.

Christoff Coetzee en Danielle Louw.

Bernard Pretorius en Karien van Wyk.

Jaco Retief en Rejean Greeff.

Dirk Engelbrecht en Mariette Vermaak.

Johan Fourie en Chrizaan Boshoff.

Arno van Staden en Nadine Meiring.

Jason Pretorius en Simoné van Rensburg.

Lihan Viljoen en Rachelle Brunette.

Ruan Wassenaar en Carissa Potgieter.

Ruandro Kleynhans en Desrié Botha.

Jacques Janse van Rensburg en Lydia de Lange.

Morné Visser en Bekkie van Rooyen.

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Louisa Mogale and Temana Masipa.

Rebecca Makgato and Linda Matjila.

Maggie Manamela and Aldrewline Du Plessis

Juni-Angelo Serumula and Lethabo Phahlane.

Northern Academy matric farewell

Northern Academy Secondary School bid farewell to their matriculants in style during their matric farewell function held at St Marco Hall last Wednesday evening. Glitz, glamour, style, elegance and sporty cars characterised the evening.

Thema Maphohla and Khutso Malaka.

Sam Phola and Marisheen Nape.

Mancha Malatsi and Lorraine Mafamadi.

Blessing Matjie and Charity Selomo.

Reneilwe Mphahlele and Mpho Matabologa.

Temogo Masemola and Tumisho Diphofe

Khomotso Mamabolo and Joy Malete.

Tshegofatso Kgomo, Tebogo Makweba and Maphala Pheeha.

Kwena Maubane and Kgatedi Nkhumane

Pebetse Mashufane and Mpho Lufhungu.

Onnica Lekganyane and Mapule Lepogo.

Matric Farewell 2013

Ms Heather Cook and Mr Andrew Cook, Head Master of Mitchell House.

Glitz and glam at Mitchell House

Mitchell House bid farewell to the matric class of 2013 at a glittering event at Pietersburg Club last Friday. During the night learners ensured that they look the part with elegantly designed outfits. The stunning girls and the boys in their tailored suits complementing their partnersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; dresses certainly made heads turn all night. PHOTOS: HERBERT RACHUENE

Calvin van der Walt and Robin Jenkins.

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Khmera Danyan and Kavir Ranchod.

Juliet Mawere and Nyiko Maswanganyi.

Juan Merie Venter and Ruan Stander.

Ilhaam Tayob and Muhammad Faheem

Mitchell House Grade 11 leaners, Manjase Phiri, Manoko Mashiane, Rihandzu Maluleke, Lesedi Ngwetjane, Meta Nkadimeng, Karieman Tayob and Nthabiseng Kekae ready to usher in the stars of the evening.

Ashish Tanna and Irene Fourie.

Thoriso Rampedi and Tshego Boshielo.

Simone Fyall and Muhammed Ghoord.

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Maarten Brits en Monique Schoeman.

Roxanne Prinsloo en Shaun Minnaar.

Tanica Pretorius en Kayle Bester.

Tommies se matrieks in beste vere uitgevat Sport- en veteraanmotors, afslaankappe en selfs ‘n helikopter was van die gesogte vervoermiddels waarmee die Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé se graad 12-leerders by hul matriekafskeid verlede week opgedaag het. Deftige aandpakke en blink rokke het behoorlik die koppe laat draai.

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Chantené Bezuidenhout en Abel Pienaar.

Tanya Swanepoel en Morné Venter.

Marius Schoeman en Zanél Verwey.

Hans Beukes en Robyn Olivier

Gabriel Mabotha en Rati Ngoasheng.

Bianca Taylor en Pieter Joubert.

Jandré de Waal en Kotie van Zyl.

Charl du Plessis en Jean-Marie Cawood.

Liza Schoeman en Henno Albertse.

Matriekafskeid 2013

Hein Korff en Moné Erasmus.

Chris Joubert en Sharnelize Richardson.

Lourens Visser en Ilze-May Troskie.

Lumarie Lottering en Jaques Venter.

René van der Merwe en Tiaan Victor.

Robert Duvenhage en Simoné van Rensburg.

Louise Viljoen en Francois Olivier.

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Warwick Preston en Suné Weideman.

Eben Vermaak en Nolene van der Merwe.

Jean-Pierre van Rooyen en Sarie Genis.

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Roy Nagel en Bridget van Niekerk.

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PHS-leerders presteer in gesogte Tritech-kompetisie FOTO’S: RC MYBURGH

Leerders van die Hoërskool Pietersburg wat aan die jaarlikse Tritechkompetisie deelgeneem het waarmee leerders se wetenskaplike kennis getoets word deur projekte, take en voorstellings te skep waarmee hulle wetenskap en tegnologie integreer, het verskeie medaljes tydens die nasionale rondte verower. Voor is goue medaljewenners, Elsamarie Uys, Daphne Eybers, Vicky Chandler en Chanté Jardim (algehele Tritech 2013-wenner). Agter is Mckyla Olivier (brons), Natasha Smith (brons) en silwer medaljewenners, Anret Davel, Grizelda Neethling, Angelique Jacobs, Ockert van Rooyen en Daniël Snyman.

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lora Park Comprehensive High School Grade 9 learner, Molatelo Moila is fully aware that water is the gift of life and important for the survival of mankind. She recently won the Universal Postal Union competition for learners worldwide that had to write a letter embracing the theme why water is important for the survival of human beings in the universe. The South African Post Office together with the Department of Education received hundreds of letters

from learners throughout South Africa and Molatelo’s letter was voted number one in the world. In her award-winning letter, Molatelo refers to the hardships of rural women in the province that have to walk long distances every day to collect water, whereas city dwellers just have to open a tap to have a clean source of water. For winning the sought-after award for her school, Flora Park Comprehensive High School received a cheque of R15 000 from the Post Office. Molatelo received a Post Bank savings account with a balance of R5 000 for her letter.

The Mitchell House teachers and members of the first cricket team pictured after their Twenty20 fixture last Thursday.

Mitchell House teachers come out on top Flora Park Comprehensive High School Grade 9 learner, Molatelo Moila reads out her award-winning letter to fellow learners and teachers.

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Mr Reuben Masisi (Regional Manager Post Office), left, hands over a cheque to Flora Park Comprehensive High School learner, Molatelo Moila for winning the Universal Post Office award worldwide for the best letter written on why water is important for the survival of mankind. With her is the principal, Mr Malesela Sepuru and Ms Mashonelo Mmbi, Post Office Area Manager for Capricorn.

The teachers at Mitchell House gave their learners a lesson on the cricket field in their Twenty20 match at the school last Thursday. The long-awaited fixture between the teachers All-Stars team and the College first cricket team saw the teachers score 146 after

batting first. The leading run scorers were Frederick Romjin (41), Shaun Aspelling (30) and the principal, Andrew Cook with 24 runs. In their turn to bat, the Mitchell House learners put up a spirited batting display to score 141 for the loss of eight wickets to fail by five runs in giving their teachers a cricketing lesson. Varun Cherian top scored for the learners with 48 runs.

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Pemps learners exposed to different career choices Grade 7 learners of Pietersburg English Medium Primary School (Pemps) were given the opportunity to find out more about different careers and the requirements for specific fields of study. According to Mr Mabine Mametja, Life Orientation educator and member of the organising committee, the aim of the event was to link the classroom and the workplace by allowing students to explore various career options so they can make informed choices. “Most of the learners have not decided on their

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Mitchell House first team batsman, Varun Cherian plays a defensive shot in the Twenty20 clash against the teachers. Looking on is the slip fielder, Andrew Cook and wicket keeper, Frederick Romjin.

Pietersburg English Medium Primary School>>

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Mitchell House principal, Andrew Cook bowls a ball in last Thursday’s match between the teachers and first cricket team.

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future and it is important for them to choose any career field they are interested in to avoid confusion going forward. It also helps in terms of choosing subjects. We had representatives from different tertiary institutions to help our learners with information that connect the subjects they are learning in the school to the various occupations that are available in the world of work,” Mabine explained Chuene Nkoana, a learner with aspirations of becoming a television news anchor expressed her thanks towards the organisers: “It was a good initiative by the school, we applaud them for that.”

MARIËTTE SNYDER >> mariette.observer@gmail.com Akademie Reformia-leerders sowel as hul kleuterskool, Klein Begin se pikkies het verlede week hul beste voetjies voorgesit om hul ouers, grootouers en gaste met danspassies, voordragte en liedjies te beïndruk het die revue gekenmerk en die gaste het nie net lekker gelag nie, maar het die kinders se talent waardeer. Skoolhoof, me Maritha Nel het die ouers sowel as leerkragte vir hul geduld met die leerders se oefening vir die groot gebeurtenis bedank.

Wihan Swiegers sing ‘n liedjie vir die gehoor.

Zenya du Plessis in aksie.

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Tasneem Rahman, Karabo Bashele, Chuene Nkoana, Duada Sheni, Kamogelo Mokaba and Kabelo Mohale are Grade 7 learners of Pietersburg English Medium Primary School (Pemps). They wore different outfits representing their envisaged professions during the school’s recent career day for Grade 7s.

Enriko Enslin dra by tot die revue se sukses.

FOTO’S: MARIËTTE SNYDER

Sheldean van Tonder geniet die revue.

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Motors profile>>

September 26, 2013 >> Page 35

Trevor Mafenia

Dealership: Mercurius Motors What is the best feature of the brand you sell? >> The 4x4 capabilities How would you describe the current industry? >> Still feeling the pinch of the decline from government but it’s looking better already What is your all time favourite vehicle and why? >> Jeep Wrangler Rubicon. It’s by far the best 4x4 off the showroom floor

Jeep Patriot Limited now powered by a 2,4 litre engine >> The interior of the Patriot is sure to please >> The engine produces 125 kW of power and 220 Nm of torque

Photo: RC Myburgh

The new Jeep Patriot Limited stands out from the rest thanks to its aggressive styling.

RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

pon stepping into Mercurius Motors’ showroom the visitor is met by a variety of Jeep models with the Jeep Patriot Limited standing out from the crowd, all due to its aggressive exterior styling, body-colour sevenslot grille, 17-inch painted aluminium wheels and distinctive trapezoidal wheel arches. The Patriot’s authentic design is all about a timeless character that embodies the Jeep spirit of adventure. The Patriot Limited features a two piece front fascia with a bright insert and moulded-in-colour lower body side accent cladding. To help conceal the undercarriage Jeep engineers designed a low rear fascia, and painted the muffler and tailpipe black for a refined appearance. Opening the door of the Patriot, premium craftsmanship is sure to please. Every surface within reach is soft to the touch. The interior is richly adorned with a soft instrument panel treatment, finely appointed door trims, and upscale interior finishes. Tasteful chrome accents along with an all-new stylish hand-stitched leather-wrapped steering wheel and distinctive chrome accents speak to Patriot’s proud craftsmanship. The personal touch extends throughout the cabin including custom stitching and a

touch screen media centre. Despite the comfort on offer the Patriot Limited is spacious, functional and flexible. Patriot’s four doors and liftgate let you pack in people and any kind of cargo. Patriot storage features include an extra large bin above the glove compartment, generous cubbyhole, spacious centre console, door pockets, numerous cubby bins and bag hooks. The new Patriot Limited is all about the 2,4 litre petrol engine paired to a five-speed manual transmission or a six speed fully electronic automatic gearbox. The engine produces 125 kW of power and 220 Nm of torque. The automatic gearbox is designed for fuel efficiency and improved performance. It is equipped with closely aligned gear spread for nearly imperceptible shifting from a complete stop all the way through highway speeds. With such a powerful vehicle Jeep needs to make sure all occupants are save. The Patriot is designed to help protect occupants from the frame up with more than 30 safety and security features which include advanced multistage front airbags and supplemental side-curtain airbags for side protection. Visit Mercurius Motors Polokwane on the corner of Nelson Mandela Drive and Grobler Street, Motor City to experience the Jeep Patriot Limited.

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The new Citroën C3 is fitted with three engines models; two petrol engines equipped with a manual or automatic transmission and a diesel engine.

RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

>> The new C3 opens up a whole new experience >> Three engine models available Interior comfort is enhanced by premium materials and perfectly positioned controls.

he new facelift Citroën C3 with its streamlined profile and taut lines is a car of bold design with avant-garde styling which fits in perfectly in the streets of an ever developing city such as Polokwane. Its distinctive appearance is accentuated by the boomerang-shaped headlights. It is a look that is further heightened by the elegant and dynamic new front end sporting an upper grille with built-in chevrons, colour-coordinated central trim, chrome strips and an original headlight signature with two rows of LED bulbs. Photos: RC Myburgh

The new look Citroën C3 is available at Citroën Polokwane.

On the Exclusive models the C3 offers a large Zenith windscreen that forms a protective bubble, bathing the interior in light. It is a harmonious combination of glass and metal which allows all passengers to benefit fully from their surroundings while the driver enjoys new sensations at the wheel. On the interior the new C3 is still an example of the French elegance and comfortable styling. With its chrome and lacquer gloss finishing touches and subtle décor, the interior of the C3 is both unique and refined which harnesses all of Citroën’s modern know-how and innovative prowess. The refined on-board instruments are simple and easy to use; from the air conditioning to the optional navigation system and multifunction steering wheel. The interior features premium materials and space is organised perfectly for an easier ride and the controls are ideally positioned for a more comfortable drive. The new C3 opens up a whole new experience as soon as you step on board. It is equipped with engines that adapt to all circumstances. The new generation of Pure Tech three cylinder petrol engines boasts the very latest technologies to meet every expectation. The three cylinder petrol engine delivers 60 kW at 5 750 rpm and 118 Nm of torque at 2 750 rpm while the four cylinder petrol engine generates 80 kW at 6 000 rpm and 160 Nm of torque at 4 250 rpm. The four cylinder models are also available in manual or automatic. These two models respectively have a fuel consumption of 4,7 and 5,9 litre per 100 km. A diesel version is also available in a four cylinder engine which offers a combined fuel consumption of 3,7 litre per 100 km. The compact C3 also offers a variety of safety features. Active safety features meet the highest standards with an excellent ride and highly efficient braking system. The energy-dissipating structure provides maximum protection for all occupants in the event of a collision. Visit Citroën Polokwane to view a vehicle known for reliability and safety.

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Nissan celebrates National Nissan Day

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Photos: RC Myburgh

Celebrating National Nissan Day on Saturday are the BB Group Nissan employees with the newly launched Nissan Sentra.

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he showroom of BB Group Nissan was turned into a carnival scene on Saturday when Nissan celebrated National Nissan Day offering clients the opportunity to view the various Nissan models, especially the newly launched Almera and Sentra.

Nissan created a day to be enjoyed by the whole family. Leaving it to dad to negotiate the perfect deal, the children could give all their attention to the jumping castle while mom could take a stroll through a variety of stalls in the parking area. One happy client, Ms Ellen Lekgwathi also took ownership of her newly bought Nissan Almera.

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September 26, 2013 >> PAGE 39

Kaptein Thosago

Unchanged interest rate boosts housing market

>> House prices continue to remain at relatively flat levels >> Sellers can look forward to shorter selling time and better prices

“Conversely, while we had over the past three years cautioned that sellers looking to turn a healthy profit should sit tight, conditions are improving. Especially in high demand areas, correctly priced properties are beginning to sell quite quickly and are achieving better prices than what the case was three years ago. Smart sellers could therefore now look forward to a shorter selling time, better prices and can in turn take advantage of the good buying con-

ditions before the market turns,” he explained. On the whole, it remains business as usual for the market and if the momentum of the first half of the year carries through, agents look forward to ending the year on a good note. Property remains one of the smartest investments for the ordinary consumer. “There is security in bricks and mortar and simply no substitute for owning the roof over your head. It is the foundation of a healthy economy,” Seeff said.

he Reserve Bank’s Monetary Policy Committee’s decision to keep the repo rate unchanged at the historically low 5% was welcomed by Seeff Chairman, Mr Samuel Seeff. Economic indicators set the trend for whether there is reason to be optimistic and positive market sentiment fundamentally impacts the economy as a whole and especially the property market. Given the muted economic landscape, the decision should be seen as highly positive and will hopefully further boost confidence and activity levels in the market. “The stable interest rate is also a welcome reprieve for home owners, especially in view of the increased pressure on household budgets. It is good news too for both buyers and sellers as the market continues to gather momentum. We are seeing some of the best trading conditions since the 2007/8 downturn and although still largely in the sub-R1,5 million primary sector of the market, confidence is growing,” Seeff said in a recent press release. While the pressure on household budgets is undeniable and a rate hike in the not too distant future is likely, there is for now at least plenty to be optimistic about. “Despite the increased demand, house prices continue to remain at relatively flat levels and with the increased propensity on the part of the banks to grant mortgage loans, conditions remain heavily weighted in favour of buyers. Those that wait too long though may well look back with regret,” he said.

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By hosting the fifth Sapa Yopa Motorcycle Club (MCC) annual gathering the members of the club will tackle issues like abuse against women and children and road safety for bikers as well as all road users. Polokwane Observer is media sponsor for the event to be hosted in Polokwane from 27 November to 1 December. Bike enthusiasts and fans of MCC can look forward to an exciting event which entails an opening ceremony on Wednesday, a gala dinner on Thursday and pre-party on Friday with the main event on Saturday when bikers will engage in a mass ride from Polokwane Municipality to Mall of the North to deliver toys and nappies to the less privileged. The final wrap up of the weekend will be on Sunday when the group will engage in a mass prayer and breakfast run and those remaining in the afternoon will be serenaded to a soul session. Stressing road safety, Sapa Yopa MCC President Sarel Nong said that most accidents occur when a vehicle cuts in front of a motorcycle at an intersection. “Blame inattention, distraction, blind spots and even psychology; a driver looking for cars perceives merely an absence of cars, not the presence of a motorcycle,” he said. He explained how to avoid such accidents. “You need to see it coming. Part of your job as a motorcyclist is to develop a precognitive sixth sense. Look for signs that could indicate that someone may turn in front of you: a car is at an intersection waiting to turn, there’s a gap in traffic near an intersection, driveway or parking lot. In either situation, slow down, cover your brakes and get ready to take evasive action,” said Nong. He added that motorcyclists need to take something as innocuous as a car waiting in a turn lane as a major and immediate life threatening situation. “You also need to account for objects outside of your vision. Gaps in traffic indicate the possibility of someone coming through that gap, even if you can’t see them. Again, a major threat; prepare for evasive action. Once you’ve identified the threat, you can work it through levels of severity. Is the driver clearly able to see you, without obstruction from their window pillars, trees or signs? Is that person actually looking? Are they looking at you? How are they situated on the road? What is their speed? Where are their wheels pointing? Look at their wheels, not the car, they’ll give you the first clue of movement,” Nong explained. He warns that during all this, also be aware of what’s behind you and also what’s to your side. Should you need to take evasive action, you’ll need to know your routes of escape. “It’s no good braking in time to avoid a turning car, only to be swatted from behind by a tailgating SUV. What’s the road surface like? Is it going to be able to handle the full force of your brakes or are you going to lock them? You do know how to use the full ability of your brakes, right? Under no circumstances should you lay the bike down,” Nong said. He said the best change of survival comes from shedding as much speed as possible pre-collision, with the bike completely upright, using both brakes. “Even if you only have time to lose 20 or 30 km/h. That could be the difference between going home with bruises and going home at all,” Nong cautioned.

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BENDOR • R437 000 VACANT PLOT IN SOUGHT AFTER AREA! A must on your list. Build your dream home with special views. A plan to call your own is merely invest - as they say, don’t miss out! Carports

LOUWRENS • 082 958 6632

OFFICES IN BENDOR: PRIME AREA!

Modern well desighed offices being developed in popular Bendor area. Modern, architect designed sectional title office block. Suitable for the business who needs compact and usable office space. LEBOWAKGOMO • R500 000 MODESTLY PRICED! BE YOUR OWN LANDLORD!

Christian family. Taxi route - legislature and Limdev. Well built. See it and grab it!

Carports

SHEPSTONE • 072 458 4524

POLOKWANE • R2 470 000

4 Bedrooms @ R8 000pm 3 Bedrooms @ R3 500pm 4 Bedrooms @ R10 000pm 4 Bedrooms @ R8 400pm 3 Bedrooms @ R5 570pm 2 Bedrooms @ R4 120pm 3 Bedrooms @ R7 000pm 3 Bedrooms @ R4 500pm 3 Bedrooms @ R3 000pm Medical Consulting Rooms

ELMARIE - 082 977 7020

Carports

NEAT TOWNHOUSE!

3 Bedroom townhouse in a quiet complex with only 5 units. Neat and well kept. 2 bathrooms, lounge, dining room with single garage. Good value for money! Call now! Carports

TOWNHOUSES TO LET

Acasia Estate 3 Bedrooms @ R9500pm Thornhill 2 Bedrooms @ R5000 pm Bachlor Flat @ R2890pm Oost Street 3 Bedrooms @ R6685pm Adendorf Flat 2 Bedrooms @ R5000pm Penina Park 3 Bedrooms @ R4200pm Dorp 3 Bedrooms @ R5500pm Koraal 2 Bedrooms @ R5 570pm

LETTABLE AREA: 39.96m² - R766 728 49.54m² - R1 028 432 71.12m² - R1 287 432 77.91m² - R1 454 884

Call now for further information.

SIMON • 082 476 8916

VICTOR • 073 066 6805

URGENT: We need houses, flats & plots to rent for good, long term tenants!

OFFICES TO LET

SIAS • 082 372 7265

HOUSES TO LET

Bodorp Rethabile Flora park Welgelegen Penina Park Flora Park Fauna Park Ivy Park Emdo Park Burger Street

A STUNNING DEPARTURE FROM THE ORDINARY - MAKE NATURE YOURS! Price drastically reduced. This 8.5ha plot is a good address with easy access to freeway and near POLOKWANE. Fenced with electric gate. Ample accommodation with 2 houses. Total of 8 bedrooms all en -suite. Large entertainment area - boma, lapa, koi-dam, duck pond etc. Don’t miss this one. Well priced - Call us now!

LADANNA • R700 000

MAHLATSE HENNIE HANTI BRENDA JAMES LOUWRENS PETER GRETHA 079 802 9927 083 245 1018 084 549 5928 082 696 9227 072 236 7310 082 958 6632 073 219 4538 082 802 1874

SHEPSTONE SIAS VICTOR ELMARIE JACOB SIMON INA 072 458 4524 082 372 7265 073 066 6805 082 977 7020 082 466 8366 079 597 8636 082 476 8916

KOWIE 082 854 0452

EVERYTHING WE TOUCH TURNS TO SOLD

Polokwane Observer

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Mirna Lourens Eiendomme / Properties

Box 961 Fauna Park 0787

Principal (Sole Proprietor) Mirna Lourens Fidelity Fund Certificate: 2013203363

Bodorp - R1 950 000 Attention - INVESTORS - 3 Houses on 1 Stand Rental Income: R13 800,00 Penina Park - R1 350 000 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen PLUS!! Flat - 2 Bedrooms, Lounge, Kitchen and Bathroom Eduan Park - R1 360 000 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms Study, Lounge, Dining Room, TV Room, Modern Kitchen with a scullery, Laundry, Double garage, Tiled Roof, Wooden Floors. Fully walled Plus!! Flat 1 Bedroom, Bathroom, Open-plan Kitchen – Lounge, Double Carport Ladanna - R860 000 Stand 1428m² 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom, Lounge, Kitchen

Hettie 082 452 1603

1x WAREHOUSE/ STORAGE TO LET 1x 1000m² for R25.00/m² Tweefontein Smallholdings 3km from SAB Long-term

Johann Swart 082 829 5084

September 26, 2013

Polo kwane Nasorg se beursie voller na gholfdag

Foto: RC Myburgh

Polokwane Nasorgsentrum vir Volwasse Gestremdes-inwoners, Adri Bronkhorst en Fanie Fourie saam met die huismoeder, Saartjie du Toit by die pryse wat op die spel was tydens Saterdag se gholfdag.

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Rita Stipec

Rita

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Rita Prinsipaal Prinsipaal

TEL: 015 295 4537, Fax: 015 291 TEL: 015 295-4537 FAKS: 0151166 291 1166 7A HANS VAN RENSBURG STREET / STRAAT 7A 7A HANS VAN RENSBURG STREET / STRAAT 7A

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SECURITY COMPLEX - FULL TITLE WOONSTELLE / FLATS - R910 000 TEL: 015room, 295 4537/082 90022449 Lounge/dining 4 bedrooms, bathrooms, HOSPITAL PARK kitchen, tandem garage, Wendy house. SILVERKRUIN BARGAIN R1 180avail000 R2 300 - Big bachelor flat with-parking, PRIME Don’t AREA able immediately. miss out! Entrance, lounge, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, R2 750 1 Bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and big large- kitchen, dining room, scullery/laundry, living Flat: area.2Phone now to view. 3 garages. Rooms, kitchen, bathroom. TOWNHOUSE - EXCELLENT - R800 000 MEENTHUISE/TOWNHOUSE - BENDOR TEL: 015 295 4537/082 900 2449 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open-plan lounge, LADANNA dining room, kitchen, carport plus Wendy house 2 BEDROOMS FROM R3 550 to R3 800 SAFE in security area. TOWNHOUSE - R670 000 COMPLEX.- BENDOR PHONE NOW!! 1 bathroom, garage. R4 8502 -Bedrooms, 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge, IN TOWN - FLATS kitchen, scullery, dining room, TV roomgarage. and R740 000: 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, garage.2 bathrooms, garage R800 000: 3 Bedrooms, andTOWN many more. TOWNHOUSES IN TOWN R3 415 - Walking distance to CBD. from to R465 000 bachelor, 1 bedroom,3 bathroom, kitchen and bedrooms -lounge, R890 000. parking.PARK Available November. PENINA - TOWNHOUSES EXCELLENT R3 800 - 2 Bedrooms, bathroom, lounge, R645garage 000 - and R715 000 kitchen, carport. - R750 000 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. R4 200 - 4 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, lounge/ BACHELOR TOWNHOUSE - SECURE dining room, kitchen, AREA -guest R430toilet, 000garage and 1 Bedroom, bathroom, kitchen/living area, carport. Water1and electricity at municipality. carport. BENDOR IN TOWN - GROBLER ST - NEAR R4 700 - 3 Slaapkamers, 2 badkamers, SCHOOLS - PRICE REDUCED sitkamer/eetkamer, kombuis, afdak2en koopkrag. - R1 910 000 - STAND 084 m² Entrance, lounge, dining room, study, Beskikbaar 1 Okt. 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, kitchen, scullery, R6 000 - 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge, 3 garages, servants quarters, alarm, borehole, kitchen and garage. Small garden. irrigation. Immediately available, phone nowBUY to view. IRIS AMADEUS - GOOD - R1 050HUISE/HOUSES 000 - PRICE REDUCED Lounge, dining room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, Tel: 015 295 4537 / 082 900 2449

DORP R9 030 - 4 Slaapkamers, 2 badkamers, sitkamer, eetkamer, TV kamer, kombuis, waskamer, studeerkamer, pakkamer en dubbelmotorhuis.

2 garages,FAUNA big entertainment PARK area. PENINA PARK - SHINGWEDZI PLAINS R7 750EXCELLENT - 3 Bedrooms, 2- R645 bathrooms, 000 lounge, 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining room, kitchen, study, kitchen/nook, double garage, scullery, 1 carport, verandah. 2 storerooms and double- R1 carport. FLORA PARK - BARGAIN 075 000 - NEAT,BENDOR EXCELLENT Entrance, lounge, dining room, 4 bedrooms, R4 500 - 3 Bedrooms, bathroom, lounge/ 2 full bathrooms, kitchen, scullery, pantry, dining room, kitchenfenced. and garage. Prepaid 2 garages, storeroom, Borehole, patio, swimming power.pool. FLORA PARK - HANDY MAN’S DREAM Bendor Ridge. REDUCED 4 Bedrooms, -R15 R1 800 020- 000 - PRICE 3½ bathrooms, lounge, dining6room, Tandem garage for 4 vehicles, underroofTV carports, storeroom. House: Entrance, room, kitchen, scullery, 3 garages. lounge, dining room, TV room, 3 bedrooms, Water andkitchen, electricity at municipality. 2 bathrooms, scullery, fenced, full burglar bars, lapa with braai, borehole, R22 580 - Broadlands, 3 slaapkamers, 4 ceiling fans, remote gate. 2 badkamers, TV PENINA PARK -sitkamer, R1 290 eetkamer, 000 - A MUST kamer, kombuis, waskamer, spens, TO opwas, BE SEEN 3 Bedrooms, 24bathrooms, garage, studeerkamer, motorhuise,double 2 afdakke, paklounge, TV room, dining room, kitchen, kamer, swembad enT/serv/T. groot tuin. borehole, separate CAPRICORN - CHECK FOR SIZE Beskikbaar 1 Oktober. - R1 605 000 PLOT: 015 295 4537 / 082 Entrance, lounge, dining room,900 TV 2449 room, DALMADAguest-room with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bathroom, 2 garages, 8 carports, R10 160 - laundry, 5 Slaapkamers, 3 badkamers, storeroom, boreholes, security, etc. sitkamer,PARK eetkamer, opwas, spens, FAUNA - A kombuis, MUST TO BE SEEN FOR 3THE RIGHTen BUYER - R1Dadelik 930 000 motorhuise pakkamer. Lounge, dining room, TV room, 4 bedrooms, beskikbaar. guest toilet, kitchen, scullery/laundry, 2 garages, carport, storeroom, OFFICES swimming pool, lapa (46m²), borehole/irrigation, prepaid, TOWN remote gate, gas stove, electric fence, bachelor flat. • ±40m², ±95m², ±127m² and ±128m², LOTS OF ±112m², HOUSES, STANDS, TOWNHOUSES, excl. VAT. Covered LISTED, parkings atALL extraAREAS, cost plus JUST CALL!! % ratioSTIELER rates separate. Water + electricity payAT 083 399 6669

able at municipality. • 120 m² warehouses available in Ladine. MEDICAL SUITES AVAILABLE, VARIOUS SIZES. PHONE TODAY!

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Exclusive PROPERTIES Our name means a great deal! Pro-Arch Building, Unit 2, Bendor Drive 29, Bendor, Telefax: 015 297 1132 Fax to e-mail: 086 611 0645 ringoapp@mweb.co.za - www.exclusiveprops.co.za

Marianna

PRIME PROPERTY IN MEDICAL ZONE This property offers unique location on a busy corner. 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge, dining and TV room with big kitchen and SQ. Strong borehole plus 4 garages.

Cornel

OWN YOUR OWN PIECE OF BUSHVELD IN EXCELLENT SECURITY ESTATE 4 Bedrooms, 2 studies, excellent entertainer’s home. Make sure you don’t miss out.

083 083 268 268 5097 5097

082 082 396 396 7178 7178

Michelle

082 082 303 303 9111 9111

R2 183 000

R3 937 000 LOVELY THATCHED ROOF PROPERTY WITH COTTAGE IN BENDOR 5 Bedrooms, lovely open-plan living + dining area, large entertainment area with built-in bar, pool and braai area, kitchen with gas stove, granite tops, pantry and separate scullery/laundry, 1 bedroom cottage with bathroom, servant’s room + bathroom, double garage + carport.

R1 850 000

FOR THE INVESTOR! 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage, 1 carport and prepaid electricity. 082 082 953 953 1686 1686 R776 000

Erika

Michelle 082 303 9111

Erika 082 953 1686

Cornel 082 396 7178

Marié

SOLID FOUNDATION Under floor heating, heated pool and strong borehole is only a few of the extras you get with this immaculate property. This is a must view, contact me today.

Erika

ARCHITECT DESIGNED TOWNHOUSE 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and double garage. Don’t miss out on this one!

082 082 577 577 6417 6417

082 082 953 953 1686 1686

R1 250 000

R1 200 000

082 082 303 303 9111 9111

IDEAL FAMILY HOME WITH LOTS OF PRIVACY AND GOOD SECURITY! Modern open-plan kitchen, large patio, 4 spacious bedrooms and 1 bedroom flat with lounge and bathroom - can also be used as home office! Call for an appointment to view today!

Marianna

IF SECURITY IS A MUST, THIS IS FOR YOU Modern family home with spacious open-plan kitchen with 3 living areas, 3 sunny bedrooms plus 2 bathrooms. Double garage - remote doors. Extras such as CCTV system and patio with built-in braai.

Michelle

083 083 268 268 5097 5097

Marlene 082 804 4156

Marié 082 577 6417

R2 400 000

Marianna 083 268 5097

Meer as ‘n 100 gholfspelers het Saterdag vir Polokwane Nasorgsentrum vir Volwasse Gestremdes se gholfdag aangetree om mee te help om die sentrum se geldkoffers te help vul. Volgens die huismoeder, Saartjie du Toit is die presiese bedrag wat ingesamel is nog nie bekend nie omdat elektroniese oorplasings nog nie ingereken is nie. “Ons kan wel sê dat ons steeds ‘n groot wins gemaak het nadat ons die pryse se waarde van die inkomste vir die dag afgetrek het. Die pryse is deur die sentrum aangekoop en is nie geskenk nie.” Du Toit sê pryswenners was in hul skik met die groot pryse, onder meer duursame braaiers, koelhouers, elektroniese toerusting en ‘n gholfsak. “Ons bedank almal wat deelgeneem of op enige wyse ‘n bydrae gemaak het,” sê Du Toit.

PROPERTY SERVICES • EIENDOMSDIENSTE APEA TEL: 015 287-3300 FAX: 015 297-5898 VISIT OUR WEBPAGE AT www.elistroh.co.za

CONTACT SAN - 072 159 5126

KONTAK STEPHEN - 082 558 3525

FARMS / PLOTS FOR SALE

TO LET TOWNHOUSES/HOUSES

1) 507 ha Besproeiingsplaas in POLOKWANE / DENDRON omgewing, 18,5 ha onder spilpuntbesproeiing, 2 wooneenhede, stoor, werkswinkel en pakstoor. Goed ontwikkelde plaas. Prys: R6,300 000.00 2) 490 ha BEESPLAAS: Naby Polokwane met netjiese 7 slaapkamer huis, 2 plaashuise en 4 woonstelle. Netjiese plaas met uitstekende geriewe. Goeie geleentheid. Prys: R6 300 000.00 3) 92ha IRRIGATION FARM: Close to Polokwane, enough water for ±10ha Price: R3 200 000.00 4) STER PARK: Situated in quite area. 3 Living areas, study, beautiful kitchen, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double garage, pool, braai, excellent entertainment area, landscaped garden. A stunning property! Price: R1 900 000.00 5) 2 ha PLOT: TWEEFONTEIN: – Modern 3 Bedroom open-plan house, 2 bathrooms, strong borehole, electric fence, steel shed. Price: R1 600 000.00

1) Beautiful Townhouse: Welgelegen: R7,800.00 - 1 Aug 2013 - 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, single garage, open-plan living area 2) Rooms with bathroom: 53 Compensatie St`: R2,615.00 - Immediately 3) Ladanna Townhouses: Modern and newly built. Duplex 3 bedroom: R5,800.00 4) Ster Park: R6,200.00 - 3 Bedrooms, 2 living areas, excellent finishes. 5) Leeuwkuil plot: 3 Bedroom house. 1 October

PROPERTY FOR SALE 1) WELGELEGEN: R1 850 000 Stunning family home for the most discerning buyer! 3 Living areas, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, kitchen, scullery, laundry, double garage, pool, lapa, braai, borehole, 2 Wendy houses. Landscaped garden. A must view property! 2) STER PARK: R1 950 000.00 Everything you wished for! 3 Living areas with built-in bar and braai, 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, double garage, pool, lapa, storeroom and laundry which can be converted into a flat. Electric fencing and lots more. 3) BENDOR TOWNHOUSE: R700 000.00 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Open-plan living area. Wendy house. Secure area. Close to shopping complex. 4) PLOT ON PRETORIA ROAD:R2,900 000 1x4 bedroom house 2x3 bedroom houses 2x2 bedroom houses 2 Rondavel with communal kitchen and bathroom. 10 hectares. Beautiful bushveld area.

KONTAK MATIE - 083 271 5259

FARMS / PLOTS FOR SALE HOUSES 1) 2213m² CENTRAL TOWN: Zoned Res 3/14 units - R 3 500 000.00 (NEG) 2) CENTRAL MED NODE: Zoned Res 3/11 units (1665m²) 3) SILVERKRUIN: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge/dining, kitchen, scullery, study, 2 x garage, 2 carports, lapa and borehole. PLOTS 1) ROODEPOORT: 26 ha. 2) House at ARABIE (Boat optional) 3) PLOT TO LET (VACANT) - LEEUKUIL R3 500 FARMS 1) LEGKRAAL: ± 380 ha Cattle farm. 2) STERKRIVIER: ± 850 ha Game farm Big house, game fence, river and mountain (no claims) 3) PIETERSBURG: 12km out of town ±55ha House, flat, cattle handling facilities. 4) SHARE IN GAME FARM: WATERPOORT. Own, on the Sand River. House. R500 000.00

CONTACT SAN 072 159 5126

TO LET INDUSTRIAL / TE HUUR INDUSTRIEëL

CONTACT STEPHEN TEL: 015 287 3300

Industrial: 1) Laboria: 4,700m² yard with 2,400m² warehouse. 2) Prime industrial warehouse, 1200m² plus 200m² office on Dendron Road. 3) Industria: Next to NTK - 800m², 420m², 270m² Office Space: 1) 430m² CBD with parking - Prime 2) Hans van Rensburg Street - 100m² 3) Hampton Court – 240m²

September 26, 2013

Polokwane Observer

Polokwane supports Doctors Without Borders RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com

olokwane residents are known for their willingness to open their hands and hearts for a good cause as was once again proved during last week’s exhibit by Médecins Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) at Mall of the North. Ms Boipelo Modiga, a fundraiser for MSF said residents supported them well by signing up to make regular donations. “Polokwane citizens, who knew what MSF is all about, immediately signed up. We provided information to those who don’t know us and afterwards they were also eager to contribute,” she said. Modiga cited that doctors are widespread across the world providing medical aid to people. MSF is an international medical humanitarian organisation that delivers emergency aid to people affected by conflicts, epidemics, natural and man-made disasters or exclusion from

PHOTO: RC MYBURGH

Sans Frontières/Doctors Without Borders (MSF) fundraisers, Mss Lerato Mashego and Boipelo Modiga with Mall of the North Marketing Manager, René van der Merwe photographed during the organisation’s exhibit in the mall last week.

Reëls by Relay for Life MARIËTTE SNYDER >> mariette.observer@gmail.com Die Relay for Life-koördineerder van die Kankervereniging van Suid-Afrika (Kansa), me Janie Wierenga bring die reëls van dié projek onder die aandag van almal op 11 Oktober die projek om 18:00 by die ou Peter Mokaba Stadion ondersteun. Ondersteuners moet die volgende saambring: ‘n Positiewe houding, hope energie, ‘n tent, stoele, warm, ekstra klere en komberse, versierings vir jou staanplek, sambrele en reënjasse, kontant vir eet- en drinkgoed wat verkoop word en ‘n kamera om die spesiale oomblikke vas te vang. Alkohol, rook, diere en wapens word verbied. Staanplekke kan op 10 Oktober om 14:00 reggemaak word en moet teen 13:00 op Vrydag, 11 Oktober voltooi wees. Geen voertuie word op die baan toegelaat nie. Luminaria-sakkies en armbande, wat toegang tot die projek verseker, moet vroegtydig by Kansa se kantore in Collegestraat afgehaal word. Vir meer besonderhede kan Wierenga by 082 376 2755 geskakel word of stuur ‘n epos aan jwierenga@cansa.org.za. Indien jy nog nie jou steun aan die projek beloof het nie, kan hul kantore by 015 297 1268 geskakel word.

health care in more than 60 countries. MSF was founded in 1971 to provide emergency medical assistance and to speak out about the plight of the people it assists. More than 20 000 medical and nonmedical professionals work together to provide health services to people caught in humanitarian crises throughout the world. MSF South Africa first opened its doors in Johannesburg in 2007. The office conducts fundraising

and support programmes in the region and elsewhere by providing medical expertise and recruiting medical and other professionals. Modiga said people interested in supporting MSF can visit their website, www.msf.org.za. People contribute by means of a monthly debit order. “They are under no obligation and can decide on the amount they want to donate and can cancel the debit order at anytime,” she said.

072 544 8836

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STER PARK: R1 940 000: Greet the new day with sunrays splashing your face from your main bedroom while you overlook your cycad filled garden. This property offers you 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, study, family, dining, lounge, 2 garages, patio, pool and security. Location is king. BODORP: R1 080 000: To downsize your house doesn’t mean you have to downgrade your lifestyle. You can still live in luxury in this 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse with a lock-up lapa which has a built-in braai, 1 garage, 1 carport, storage, jacuzzi, private garden and is very secure. There is also a 3 bedroom unit for sale at R1 400 000 in the same complex.

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September 26, 2013

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STORAGE

STORAGE TO LET 4 km from SAB on LTT Road from R550 p.m. Johan 083 459 7046 ____________________ STORAGE TO LET We can store from bikes to big boats. From R350 p.m. Polokwane Self Storage. 082 446 4574 / 083 460 4439 ____________________

JEWELLERY

EK KOOP ENIGE GOUE JUWELE VIR KONTANT Al is dit gebreek. Ek kom u sien, waar u ook al is. Skakel of SMS Deon 074 067 2064 ____________________

VACANCIES

BUSY RESTAURANT IN POLOKWANE is looking for experienced waiters! Fax 086 519 2686 ____________________ FEMALE SALES REPS Well groomed, own car. Start immediately. Must be able to travel. Ladies must be good looking, vibey, fun & hard working. Full time position. Basic + commission + petrol + car. Contact 072 144 9282 ____________________

VACANCY WANTED

TOP RHODESIAN FARMER

(degreed) looking for FARM MANAGEMENT position in Limpopo. All crops, irrigated as well as dryland/ beef/ game. Good with labour. Contact David 079 783 3730 or email davidibj@ vodamail.co.za

FOR SALE

SECONDHAND FURNITURE SHOP Secondhand clothing, shoes, bedding & towels. Tel 015 295 5264 Cell 079 899 5405 ____________________

SERVICES

MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION Revamp offices, houses, plots, small building jobs, plumbing, painting, tiling & electrical. SOUTHGATE Contact Danie 082 356 8615 ____________________ ANY STEELWORKS/ ENIGE STAALWERKE Call/Kontak F&H Ondernemings Francois 072 8804557 ____________________

CONFERENCE FACILITIES From 20 to 400 delegates. Weddings, funerals, theme parties, ethnic. Tel 015 295 5264 Cell 079 899 5405 ____________________ SKYLIGHTS Cheap and easy way to get more light into your house. From R2 200. Dewald 0844 455 455 ____________________ ALLE LANGAFSTAND MEUBELVERVOER Kontak Anna-Mari 0861 111 129 ____________________ GHETTO WENDYS All types, log, cabin, knotty pine, louvre and pallet. 2 m x 2 m = R3 900 3 m x 3 m = R4 500 3 m x 4 m = R5 000 For more info contact Denis 072 114 1850 / 083 686 4178 ____________________

TO LET

Prime business property Grobler Street next to Vleislapa & KFC. 3 x shops available. 220m², 340m², 440m² @ R60m² + VAT. Phone Allen 083 735 6789 079 542 6015 ____________________

HOUSES TO LET

gemeubileerde 1 slaapkamer bachelor woonstel 4 km vanaf SAB op LTT pad. R2 500 p.m. W&L ing. Johan 083 459 7046 ____________________ TO LET BACHELOR FLAT 1 bedroom up to 3 bedrooms in secure area. Tel 015 295 5264 Cell 079 899 5405 ____________________ NUUTGEBOUDE MEENTHUISE met 2 slaapkamers, 2 badkamers, woonvertrek, kombuis & toesluit motorhuis met elek heining. Beskikbaar 01/09/2013. Kontak Stefan 082 563 5939 ____________________ BENDOR GABLES TOWNHOUSE 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 lock-up garage, 1 carport, very neat and safe with garden. Prepaid eletricity. R5 800 p.m. + deposit. Available 1 November 2013. Call 082 200 5059 ____________________ PRAGTIGE GROOT WOONSTEL TE TWEEFONTEIN 2 slaapkamers, 2 volledige badkamers, wask, afdak & braai. Toegespan, baie veilig. R4 500 + dep. Koopkrag. Beskikbaar 1 Oktober. 071 547 9698 ____________________

MEENTHUIS BESKIKBAAR 1 Okt. 3 Slk, 2 badkamers, toesluit garage, koopkrag, 10km. Dendronpad. Slegs 2 klein hondjies. R4 100 + dep. 082 396 7101 ____________________ RUIM 3 SLP HUIS TE HUUR TE SOETDORINGS Netjies en omhein. Dubbl afdak parkering. Veilige en rustige omgewing. R5 060 + dep + koopkrag. Streng keuring. 082 890 5862 ____________________ • 3 BEDR, 2 BATHR, TOWNHOUSE IN BULUWAYO ST, R4 500 P.M. • 2x bachelor flats in Burger St, R2 500 & R1 500. Avail immed, incl W&L. • 4x rooms available in Dorp St. 1 Nov 2013 082 808 6306 ____________________ LAEKOSTE HUISVESTING by HIEB in Dalmada beskikbaar. 4 huisies - R1 950 elk, 4 enkelkamers R1 500 elk. 5 houtkamers R1 000 elk. Skakel HIEB by 015 297 5008 in kantoorure ____________________ PLOTS: DALMADA 2.6ha PLOT R11 200 3 bedr, 3 bathr, 2 living areas. Doublestorey. HOUSES: BROADLANDS ESTATE R22 280 3 bedr, 2 bathr, lounge, dining, study, patio with braai. Storeroom, pool and 4 garages. PENINA PARK R12 820 4 bedr, 2 bathr plus 2 bedroom flat. FLORA PARK R10 600 4 bedr, 3 bathr, study, 2 lounges, garage. ACACIA ESTATE R9 500 4 bedr, 3½ bathr, lounge, dining & TV room. 2 Garages. BENDOR R8 750 3 bedr, 2 bathr, lapa with built-in braai & jacuzzi. DORP R8 355 3 bedr, 2 bathr, 2 carport. BODORP R8 800 3 bedr, 2 bathr, study, bar area, laundry. Extra outside room. 2 Garages and staff room. TOWNHOUSES: ACACIA ESTATE R9 500 3 bedr, 2 bathr, scullery, patio with braai, garden, servant’s toilet, 2 garages. BENDOR R6 550 3 bedr, 2 bathr, scullery, patio with braai, garage. IVY PARK R 5 200 3 bedr, 2 bathr, 1 carport. LADANNA R3 600 2 bedr, 1 bathr, kitchen/lounge, prepaid electicity. OFFICES: HANS VAN RENSBURG ST - R12 500pm 118m² upmarket - 4 offices + reception HANS VAN RENSBURG ST - R8 900pm 3 Offices + reception. Offices in CBD from R2 500pm THYS 083 702 0768 AUDREY 072 632 7117 DIONETTE 084 503 3964

RENTALS: HOUSES • IVY PARK - R4 500 3 Bed/r, 2 Bath/r, Lounge, Kitchen • BODORP - R5 000 2 Bed/r, 1 Bath/r, Lounge, Kitchen • SUNSET BOULEVARD R5 000 - 2 Bed/r, 1 Bath/r, Lounge, Kitchen • FLORA PARK R6 000 - 3 Bed/r, 2 Bath/r, Lounge, Dining/r, Garage FLATS/TOWHNHOUSES • LADANNA - R2 340 Bachelor Flats • BENDOR - R4 250 2 Bed/r, 1 Bath/r, Lounge, Kitchen • LADANNA - R4 850 3 Bed/r, 2 Bath/r, Lounge, Kitchen, Carport • THORNHILL VILLAGE - R5 000 2 Bed/r, 1 Bath/r, Lounge, Kitchen, Carport • BASKOPPIE-PLOT R5 000 - 3 Bed/r on a plot with 1 Bath/r, Lounge & Kitchen LEE 083 446 5558 __________________

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NOTICE IN TERMS OF SECTION 2 OF THE REMOVAL OF RESTRICTIONS ACT, 1967 (ACT 84 OF 1967) We, Urban Solutions, being the authorised agent of the owner of Erf 8211 Seshego G, hereby give notice in terms of Section 2 of the Removal of Restrictions Act, 1967 (Act 84 of 1967), that we have applied to the Limpopo Provincial Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements & Traditional Affairs for the removal of Condition 1 as contained in Deed of Transfer Number TG1861/90LB. The property is situated along 131st Street, Seshego. Particulars of the application will lie for inspection during normal working hours at the office of the The Manager: Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements & Traditional Affairs, Hensa Towers, Landdros Maré Street, Polokwane, for a period of 28 days from 20 September 2013. Objections to or representations in respect of the application must be made to or submitted in writing to the Manager: The Manager: Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements & Traditional Affairs, Hensa Towers, Landdros Maré Street, Polokwane, 0700, within a period of 28 days from 20 September 2013. Address of Agent: Urban Solutions P.O. BOX 15145 Flora Park 0700 Tel: +27 71 373 0830 26/09 03/10 ___________________ KENNISGEWING IN TERME VAN ARTIKEL 2 VAN DIE OPHEFFING VAN BEPERKINGSWET, 1967 (WET 84 VAN 1967) Ons, Urban Solutions, synde die gemagtigde agent van die eienaar van Erf 8211 Seshego G, gee hiermee ingevolge ingevolge Artikel 2 van die Opheffing van Beperkingswet, 1967 (Wet 84 of 1967), kennis dat ons by die Limpopo Provinsiale Departement van Koöperatiewe Regering, Menslike Nedersettings en Tradisionele Sake aansoek gedoen het vir die opheffing van beperkende Voorwaarde 1 soos vervat in die Titelakte TG1861/90LB. Die die eiendom is geleë op 131ste Straat, Seshego. Besonderhede van die aansoek lê ter insae gedurende gewone kantoor van die Bestuurder: Limpopo Provinsiale Departement van Koöperatiewe Regering, Menslike Nedersettings en Tradisionele Sake, Hensa Towers, Landdros Maréstraat, Polokwane, vir ‘n tydperk van 28 dae vanaf 20 September 2013. Besware teen of vertoë ten opsigte van die aansoek moet

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NOTICE OF APPLICATION IN TERMS OF THE POLOKWANE/PERSKEBULT TOWN PLANNING SCHEME, 2007 We, Urban Solutions, being the authorised agent of the owner of Portion 13 Dalmada AH, hereby give notice in terms of Clause 21 of the Polokwane/ Perskebult Town Planning Scheme, 2007, that we have applied to the Polokwane Municipality for Consent to conduct a Special Use at the abovementioned property. The property is currently zoned as “Agricultural”. Particulars of the application will lie for inspection during normal working hours at the office of the Manager: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management, Directorate Planning and Development, Polokwane Municipality, First Floor, West Wing, Civic Centre, Landdros Maré Street, Polokwane for a period of 28 days from 19 September 2013. Objections to or representations in respect of the application must be made to or submitted in writing to the Manager: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management at the above address or to P.O. Box 111, Polokwane, 0700, within a period of 28 days from 19 September 2013. Address of Agent: Urban Solutions P.O. BOX 15145 Flora Park 0700 Tel: +27 71 373 0830 26/09 03/10 ___________________ KENNISGEWING VAN DIE IN TERME VAN DIE POLOKWANE/PERSKEBULT DORPSBEPLANNINGSKEMA, 2007 Ons, Urban Solutions, synde die gemagtigde agent van die eienaar van Gedeeldte 13 Dalmada AH, gee hiermee ingevolge Klousule 21 van die Polokwane/Perskebult Dorpsbeplanningskema 2007, kennis dat ons by die Polokwane Munisipalitiet aansoek gedoen het vir Toestemming om ‘n Spesiaal Gebruik by die voormeld eienskap. Die eienskap is gesoneer vir “Landbou”. Besonderhede van die aansoek lê ter insae gedurende gewone kantoor van die Bestuurder: Ruimtelike Beplanning en Grondgebruikbeheer, Direktoraat Beplanning en Ontwikeling, Polokwane Munisipaliteit, Eerste Vloer, Wesvleuel, Burgersentrum, Landdros Maréstraat, Polokwane, vir ‘n tydperk van 28 dae vanaf 19 September 2013. Besware teen of vertoë ten opsigte van die aansoek moet geskrif word by die Bestuurder: Ruimtelike Beplanning en Grondgebruikbeheer, Direktoraat Beplanning en Ontwikeling, Polokwane Munisipaliteit, Eerste Vloer, Wesvleuel, Burgersentrum, Landdros Maréstraat, Polokwane, binne ‘n tydperk 28 dae vanaf 20 September 2013. Adres van agent: Urban Solutions Posbus 15145

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KENNISGEWING VAN SKUTVERKOPING Kennis word hiermee gegee van ‘n skutverkoping van 8 beeste in terme van artikel 25 van die ordonnansie op skutte van 1972, soos gewysig, gehou te word op 1 Oktober 2013 om 11:00 te Karoo Osche, Polokwane. Neem verder kennis dat sodanige vee aan die hoogste bieder verkoop sal word. Gedateer op 25 September 2013 te Kalkbank. JC HOLTZHAUZEN Posbus 64 MOGWADI 0716 Sel: 083 412 9003 Henk: 083 454 6596 Deon: 083 446 0330 26/09 03/10 ___________________ NOTICE OF A POUND SALE Notice is hereby given of a pound sale of 8 cattle in terms of Article 25 of the Ordinance on Pounds 13 of 1972 as amended, to be held on 1 October 2013 at Karoo Osche, Polokwane. Further take notice that the said cattle will be sold to the highest bidder. Dated on 25 September 2013 at Kalkbank JC HOLTZHAUZEN PO Box 64 MOGWADI 0716 Cell: 083 412 9003 Henk: 083 454 6596 Deon: 083 446 0330 26/09 03/10 ___________________

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IN THE MAGISTRATES COURT FOR THE DISTRICT OF PIETERSBURG HELD AT POLOKWANE CASE NUMBER: 207/2012 In the matter between: AST AFRICA TRADING 502 CC t/a NOCNOC EYEWEAR EXECUTION CREDITOR and TSHOLOFELO SEKHITLA t/a SEKHITLA OPTOMETRIST (Identity no: 721009 0974 088) EXECUTION DEBTOR NOTICE OF SALE KINDLY TAKE NOTICE that in pursuance of a Judgment of the Court of the Magistrate of POLOKWANE granted on 24 February 2012 and a Warrant of Execution issued in pursuance thereof, the under mentioned property will be sold in execution on 18 OCTOBER 2013 at 11:00 at the office of the Sheriff, 66 Platinum Street, POLOKWANE to the highest bidder, namely: 7 x OFFICE CHAIRS 1 X DESK STOCK IN TRADE – EYE WEAR TERMS: CASH OR BANK GUARANTEED CHEQUE DATED at POLOKWANE on this 20th day of SEPTEMBER 2013. (SGD) JA VAN DER WALT Attorneys for Plaintiff Niland & Pretorius Inc 2 Albatross Centre 21 Market Street PO Box 143 & 10 POLOKWANE (REF: Mr van der Walt/ mjvr/GC7588) 26/09 ___________________ IN THE LABOUR COURT OF SOUTH AFRICA HELD AT JOHANNESBURG CASE NO: LP1514/09 In the matter between: MARIBULA L.J EXECUTION CREDITOR and MBAMBALA J.

EXECUTION DEBTOR NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION Pursuant to an award by the Commissioner of the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration, Polokwane, given on the 20th day of APRIL 2009 the under mentioned goods will be sold at: OFFICE OF THE SHERIFF, 66 PLATINUM STREET, LADINE, POLOKWANE at 11:00 on 18 October 2013 by the Sheriff for the District of Polokwane to the highest bidder for cash. INVENTORY: 1 X 3 PIECE LOUNGE SUITE 1 X 3 PIECE ROOM DIVIDER 1 X HISENSE TELEVISION 1 X COFFEE TABLE 1 X TECHNICS MUSIC SYSTEM Conditions of sale: Strictly cash or bank guaranteed cheque. DATED AT POLOKWANE ON THIS THE 16TH OF SEPTEMBER 2013. (SGND) P.F PHASHA EXECUTION CREDITOR’S ATTORNEYS PHOKOANE PHASHA ATTORNEYS 4 CHURCH STREET KINGS’ PALACE POLOKWANE PO BOX 2655 POLOKWANE 0700 TEL: 015 291 3749 FAX: 015 291 5895 Email: info@phasha. co.za REF: MLJ931/CIV/ PHASHA/PM TO: SHERIFF POLOKWANE 26/09 ___________________

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN DECEASED ESTATES All persons having claims against the under mentioned estate must lodge it with the Executor concerned within 30 days (or as indicated) from date of publication hereof. Estate no.: 5972/2013 Master’s Office: POLOKWANE Surname: DU PLESSIS Christian names: MICHELLE CAROL Date of birth: 20/06/1970 Identity no: 700620 0027 084 Last address: 13 GAZELLE STREET, FAUNA PARK, POLOKWANE, 0699 Date of death: 20/05/2013 Only applicable if deceased was married in community of property/subject to the accrual system. Christian names and surname of surviving spouse: DIRK JACOBUS DU PLESSIS Date of birth: 13/12/1969 Identity no: 691213 5027 084 Name and (only one) address of Executor or authorised agent: ELVIRA LE ROUX, BRESLER–BECKER ING, MARSHALLSTRAAT 122, POLOKWANE, 0699. Period allowed for lodgements of claims, if other than 30 days: n/a Advertiser and address BRESLER–BECKER ING. Marshallstraat 122 Polokwane 0699 Date: 2013/03//09 Tel: 015 491 3993 26/09 ___________________

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Plaaslike leerder druk arm in Pole PHOTO: JEFF RAYMOND

Capricorn Rotary Club held their annual Des Wheelwright Charity Golf Day at the Polokwane Golf Club last Thursday. Fifty thousand rand was raised for various projects. The day was won by the four ball alliance of Pierre van Heerden, Ruben Gouws, Gerhard Schoeman and Henk du Preez (absent). Third from left is Rotary Club Capricorn President Dan Ngobeni.

Ramadwa aims to improve the state of boxing in the province HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The MEC of Sport, Arts and Culture, Ms Mirriam Ramadwa met with boxing associations, the Limpopo Sport and Recreation Council, Limpopo Sport Academy, municipalities and Boxing South Africa to deliberate on effective and efficient good practices that will improve administration and regulation of amateur and professional boxing during the Provincial Boxing Indaba held at Bolivia Lodge on Friday. The indaba was part of the Ministry of Sport and Recreation’s quest to find resolutions to concerns and challenges regarding the sporting code which were lodged with the ministry. “We want to resuscitate and promote boxing; improve the stature of boxing titles; safeguard the safety, health and general well being of amateur and professional boxers and ensure credible rating of boxers,” Ramadwa is quoted to have said. “We are encouraging maximum participation from everyone. We want people to come up with recommendations that would be practical and implementable,” Ramadwa said. The indaba featured commissions which focused on various boxing related matters. Some of the issues that the commissions dealt with are Boxing Act Regulations, the roles of Boxing South Africa and the enforcement of rules and regulations and the promotion of female boxing. Department Head for Sport, Arts and Culture, Ms Basani Baloyi is reported to have expressed her appreciation for the contribution made by participants and to have emphasised the need to re-position boxing. “We need to unite to resolve boxing challenges. We do not have to wait for the national government

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to come down to resolve some of the challenges the boxing fraternity is faced with. As the province we have come together to ensure we overcome the challenges,” she is quoted to have said.

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Ms Merriam Ramadwa, MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture addressing the Provincial Boxing Indaba held at Bolivia Lodge on Friday.

>> “Armdruk is nie net vir groot manne nie” RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com

it sit nie in elke leerder se spiere om op 18-jarige ouderdom aan die Wêreld Armdrukkampioenskappe deel te neem en boonop sy teenstanders te wys waar Dawid die wortels gegrawe het nie. Hendrik Fourie, ‘n graad 11-leerder van die Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé het van 1 tot 12 September spiere in Gdynia, Pole gebult en ‘n vierde plek in die junior-afdeling, 80 kg en meer, vir linkerarmdruk en ‘n sesde plek in regterarmdruk behaal sowel as ‘n 24ste plek in die senior-afdeling, 110 kg en meer in beide arms. “Dit was ‘n wonderlike ervaring en ek het baie geleer. Volgende keer sal ek baie beter voorbereid wees,” sê hy. Hendrik, wat net langer as ‘n jaar aan ‘n plaaslike armdrukklub behoort, het reeds in 2012 sy provinsiale kleure verwerf. In April vanjaar het hy aan die Suid-Afrikaanse Armdrukkampioenskappe in Mokopane deelgeneem waar hy gekwalifiseer het om die land in Pole te verteenwoordig. Tydens die nasionale kampioenskappe behaal hy onderskeidelik ‘n eerste en tweede plek in die junior-afdeling vir linker- en regterarmdruk Sy mikpunt is om volgende jaar weer aan die wêreldkampioenskappe deel te neem.

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“Ek geniet armdruk. ‘n Klein deel van die sport behels die sterkte van jou arms, die res word deur tegniek bepaal. Fiksheid speel ook ‘n groot rol daarom besoek ek gereeld die gimnasium,” sê Hendrik. Skertsend sê hy: “Dit is nie net groot manne soos ek wat kan armdruk nie. Ons het baie kleiner klublede wat net so goed presteer. Met gereelde oefening en die regte tegniek is dit juis die klein deelnemers wat die groot manne opdraande gee.” Hendrik sê goeie sportmangees is baie belangrik. “As jy platgedruk word, aanvaar dit. Die geleentheid om te wen sal op die regte tyd kom.” Hy is ook ‘n kranige rugbyspeler wat vir Tommies se eerste span uitdraf. Na skool wil hy graag in ‘n landbourigting studeer om die nodige kennis op te doen om ‘n waardevolle bydrae tot die plaas waarin sy ouers aandele het, te lewer.

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Hendrik Fourie van die Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé wat presteer het tydens die Wêreld Armdrukkampioenskappe wat aan die begin van September in Pole gehou is.

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HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture recently hosted the Provincial Boxing Indaba at Bolivia Lodge in preparation for the National Boxing Indaba scheduled to take place in Gauteng in October. Spokesperson for the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, Mr Khathu Sadiki said the primary objective of the Indaba was to conduct a diagnostic analysis of the status quo of boxing going forward. “The MEC of Sport, Arts and Culture Ms Merriam Ramadwa

Limpopo to host Boxing Indaba gave the keynote address. She will also engage promoters, former boxers and aspiring boxers in the province to find a way to address the challenges facing boxing in the province and develop a turnaround strategy for the success of the sporting code. We also want to see boxing in schools and we want people to look at boxing as an enticing but brutal sport. The indaba was therefore convened to conduct a frank but constructive consultative process and dialogue throughout the boxing fraternity. The outcome must transform boxing for the better,” Sadiki said.

Impalas to face Uganda in Twenty20 clash WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The Limpopo Impalas will take on the Ugandan cricket team on Saturday at Polokwane Cricket Club in two Twenty20 matches on the same day as part of the Limpopo Impala Cricket (LIC) T20 Challenge. LIC media liaison officer and facilities coordinator, Sedibu Mohlaba said LIC is proud to

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bring some competitive Twenty20 cricket to Polokwane’s cricket enthusiasts. He added that LIC hopes to host other matches involving national teams in future. The T20 Challenge will form part of the Impalas pre-season programme as well as to help Uganda’s national team prepare for the upcoming Twenty20 World Cup qualifiers. Entry for Saturday’s matches is free and spectators are urged to bring their own food and beverages.

Die PHS Barbarians-span op die aanval teen die Hoërskool Nylstroom in hul uitspeelwedstryd om die derde- en vierde plek.

Kia Bosveld Rugbyfees ‘n groot sukses WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

Die Laerskool Pietersburg-Oos se Brandon Cronje ontvang die Speler van die Wedstrydtoekenning van Mark Vermaak, handelaarshoof van Kia Motors Polokwane.

ie opwindende Kia Bosveld Rugbyfees wat oor die afgelope drie weke deur die Hoërskool Pietersburg (PHS) aangebied is het verlede Woensdag ten einde geloop met die besoekende Hoërskool Hans Strijdom wat die finaal vir hoërskole gewen het. Om te verseker dat geen tuisvoordeel deur die gasheerskool geniet word nie, het die bekende provinsiale skeidsregter,

Marius Jonker die finaal tussen die Hoërskool Hans Strijdom en PHS geblaas. In ‘n vloeiende eindstryd met uitstekende hardlooprugby het die besoekers met 30-24 koning gekraai. Maar PHS het nie met leë hande wegestap nie. Die PHS Barbarians het om die derde- en vierde plek ‘n wegholsege van 68-5 teen die Hoërskool Nylstroom behaal. In die eindstryd vir die laerskole het Laerskool Pietersburg-Oos ‘n naelskraapse oorwinning van 7-5 teen Laerskool PietersburgNoord Primary behaal.

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PHS Barbarians-stut, Emile Glas ontvang die toekenning as Speler van die Wedstryd van Mark Vermaak, handelaarshoof van Kia Motors Polokwane.

Die trotse Laerskool Pietersburg-Oosspan na hul oorwinning in die laerskole eindstryd van die Kia Bosveld Rugbyfees.

Limpopo derby ends in a stalemate HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The first ever National First Division (NFD) encounter between Black Leopards Football Club and Baroka Football Club ended in a 2-2 draw at Peter Mokaba Stadium Saturday. David Zulu scored a brace for Leopards while Gift Motupa and Thabiso Kutumela scored for Baroka in each half of the game. The results see Baroka unbeaten in their last three matches with Leopards still looking for their first victory of the season. Baroka Head Coach, Sello Chokoe said they could have won the match if they had converted some of the chances created during the match. “We could have done better. We missed lot of scoring opportunities. I think we are on the right track, we only played three matches and those were good games for us and we want to continue with the same mentality,”

Chokoe said. Baroka will tomorrow (Friday) travel to Rustenburg for a match against United FC set to take place at Moruleng Stadium on Sunday. “It is going to be interesting match. United FC is one of the longest serving teams in the National First Division so they come with lot of experience. We are the new boys on the block and we will approach the match with caution,” Chokoe said. For now, Leopards will be hoping for maximum points when they host Witbank Spurs at the new Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday. “It is going to be a tough match. Those are the kind of matches that we need. We are very aware that the results are not coming through, but we have to be patient. We are playing good football we are just missing lot of chances. The players are responding well to the coach’s methods and I think we will get it right,” Black Leopards Spokesperson, Berry Ramunenyiwa said.

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Baroka Football Club midfielder, Hunadi Nkoana manages another successful pass with Black Leopards striker Thomas Madimba looking on during their NFD encounter at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday.

Polokwane City FC cherishes first victory HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za Soccer fans have heaped praise on Polokwane City Football Club for their sterling performance against Ajax Cape Town at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Sunday. City beat Ajax Cape Town 2-0 to earn their first three points of the Premier Soccer League since being promoted from National First Division in August. The feat sees them moving up one position to 15th on the log with three points after six matches. An ardent Polokwane City fan, Moses Kgomoeswana from Moletjie said the victory came at the right time. “Look, the team has been playing very well but the results were not coming through. Remember the team started late to prepare for the new league and players need time to adjust to

some of the conditions. Given their performance on Sunday they look like they have settled well. We have been waiting for this day. We as supporters are happy that the team showed that they want to fight and compete with the big boys,” Kgomoeswana said after the match. City defender Tlou Molekwane said that they knew that one day the victory will come. “We played five games without any feat, well it was difficult for us, but we did not despair, we soldiered on. If you look at the matches we lost, we did not lose with bigger margins; that shows we were playing well it’s just that the results were not coming through. I am glad we found a piece of that missing puzzle,” Molekwane said. Molekwane further pointed out that their focus is on the Telkom Knockout Competition where they are pitted against Kaizer Chiefs at Peter Mokaba

Stadium on 5 October. “Kaizer Chiefs is a good team with a good record, especially in cup games. It is going to be a tough fixture but we are ready for them,” Molekwane said.

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Polokwane City striker Thabo Rakhale steers the ball away from Ajax Cape Town midfielder Keagan Dolly during their Premier Soccer League match at Peter Mokaba Stadium last Sunday.

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eropa Casino & Entertainment World in collaboration with Eksteen’s Martial Arts Rainbow Nation Dojo will be hosting Limpopo’s Last Man Standing Challenge at the casino’s conference centre on 30 November. This much anticipated challenge will bring fighters from Gauteng, Mpumalanga, North West and Limpopo who will square off for a R10 000 cash prize sponsored by Meropa Casino. Also known as cage fighting, mixed martial arts (MMA) is one of the fastest growing sporting codes in South Africa. On 30 November more than 20 MMA exponents will meet at Polokwane’s favourite entertainment destination for the first of a number of tournaments organised by Meropa in partnership with Grandmaster Henri Eksteen, who holds an 8th Dan karate black belt. Eksteen’s Martial Arts Rainbow Nation is an affiliate of the South African Professional Martial Arts Commission, a body recognised by the South African Department of Sport and

is also internationally sanctioned by the World International Martial Arts Association of which Grandmaster Eksteen is the SA President. Speaking at the official press conference last week, Meropa Casino & Entertainment World General Manager, Mr Clifford Ngakane said he is thrilled by the partnership. “We have hosted similar tournaments in many of our Sun International casinos across the country and it gives me great pleasure that we have been able to extend the Sun International golden thread of martial arts events to Limpopo.” “When Meropa Casino say we want to be the best entertainment destination in this part of the country we mean every word. There is a lot of hard work involved with making this goal a reality and this is why we have partnered with many local promoters to enhance our entertainment offering. Our aim is not to compete against local promoters but to compliment and support their vision through our business,” Ngakane explained. More information regarding the Last Man Standing Challenge will be made available in further publications of Polokwane Observer.

Meropa Casino & Entertainment World in partnership with Eksteen’s Martial Arts Rainbow Nation will be hosting their first Cage Fighting Last Man Standing Challenge on 30 November. Pictured at the media launch are Sensei Annetjie de Jager (Assistant Dojo Head Eksteen’s Martial Arts Rainbow Nation), Clifford Ngakane (Meropa Casino General Manager), Henri Eksteen (Owner Eksteen’s Martial Arts Rainbow Nation Dojo) and Refilwe Tlhabanyane (Meropa Casino Marketing Manager).

Vyfde agtereenvolgende sege vir Noordelikes se eerste span Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com Die Boet Fick Senior-eerste liga eindstryd is deur BB Truck & Tractor Noordelike Rugbyklub (Noordelikes) gewen na hulle Pietersbug Rugbyklub 28-9 verslaan het. Dit is die vyfde agtereenvolgende keer dat Noordelikes die trofee lig. Noordelikes se agsteman, Zach Botha het vir twee drieë oorgeduik en hul derde drie is as gevolg van ‘n strafdrie beklink. Zander Byleveldt het twee van die drieë verdoel en met ‘n verdere drie strafskoppe geslaag. In die eindstryd van die tweede liga het Letaba Rugbyklub verhoed dat Noordelikes met al drie trofeë wegstap met ‘n noue 29-24 sege teen die tuisspan. Dendron Rugbyklub het vir ‘n paar benoude oomblikke in die eindstryd van die derde liga vir die tuisondersteuners gesorg toe hulle kort voor die einde die voortou met 23-21 geneem het. Noordelikes het egter hul koppe hoog gehou en ‘n strafskop gewen wat suiwer deur die pale deur losskakel, Barend Jacobsz gestuur is. Daarna het binnesenter, Christo van der Merwe sy vierde drie van die wedstryd vir‘n oorwinning van 31-23 gedruk. Die adjunkpresident van die Limpopo Blou

Bulle Rugby-unie (BBRU), Charles van Wyk het Noordelikes geluk gewens met hulle sege en hul sterkte vir hul deelname in die Gemeenskapsbeker toegewens. Van Wyk het hulle verseker dat die bestuur van die Limpopo BBRU bankvas agter hulle staan.

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Noordelikes se derde span-binnesenter, Christo van der Merwe duik oor vir een van sy vier drieë teen Dendron Rugbyklub.

Another away victory for Lim u.21 team Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The Assupol Limpopo Blue Bulls u.21 side has one foot in the door to qualify for a home semi-final in the Absa Competition B-section after their 24-19 away victory against the Griquas on Saturday. The team only has to secure a victory against the EP Kings at Groblersdal on Saturday (28 September) to be assured of playing at home in the semi-final. Limpopo’s four tries against the Griquas were scored by Bernard Nortje, Cloete Wessels, Donovan O’Grady and Graham Logan. Fly half, Marcel Steyn Scholtz

converted two of the tries. Griquas managed to defeat the Limpopo Blue Bulls u.19 team 40-38 in the earlier match that had the Northern Cape spectators on their feet due to the exciting running rugby produced by both sides. Coincidently, the score was identical to that of the team’s last away match against the Griffons two weeks ago. Allister van Schoor (2), Wade Worthington, Sipho Sibusa, Johan Smit and Willie Lloyd scored Limpopo’s tries while Willem Parker was successful with four conversions. Saturday’s match against the EP Kings will be the last league fixtures of the Absa Competition before the semi-finals to be played the following weekend.

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’Rooi Masjien’ wil op vyf jaar se sukses voortbou WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

ie voortdurende werwing van nuwe spelers, oudspelers se ervaring en die bestuur van die span se kundigheid en leiding is van die kernfaktore wat tot die sukses van BB Truck & Tractor Rugbyklub (Noordelikes) se eerste span bydra wat die vyfde agtereenvolgende jaar Boet Fick Seniorliga-kampioene is. Noordelikes het hul aartsvyande, Kargo Pietersburg Rugbyklub met 28-9 in die finaal laat les opsê om vanjaar weer as Limpopo se kampioen-rugbyspan aangewys te word en vir die Gemeenskapbeker vroeg volgende jaar te kwalifiseer. Die span het ook in 2006 en 2007 die gesogte Boet Fick-trofee verower. Dit is egter nie net Noordelikes se eerste span wat op die rugbyveld presteer nie. Die klub se tweede span het die Boet Fick tweede liga-trofee in 2002, 2004, 2006, 2010 en 2012 ingepalm. Noordelikes se derde span was vanjaar ligawenners sowel as in 2007, 2009, 2010 en 2011. Die o.21-span het vir die afgelope drie jaar die Boet Fick o.21-titel gewen. Riaan van Schalkwyk, voorsitter van Noordelikes skryf die klub se sukses toe aan oudspelers wat terugploeg in die klub. Die hoofafrigter, Shaun van FOTO: VOORSIEN der Merwe en mede-afrigters, BB Truck & Tractor Noordelike Rugbyklub se eerste span en lede van die bestuur en afrigtingspan na hulle 28-9 sege teen Johan de Wet van die eerste Kargo Pietersburg Rugbyklub in vanjaar se Boet Fick eersteliga-eindstryd.

span, Rudolph Adendorff van die tweede span, Hannes Hattingh en Christo van der Merwe van die derde span is almal oudNoordelikes spelers. Van Schalkwyk het ook in die kleure van die “Rooi Masjien” uitgedraf. “Ons kontinuïteit is as gevolg van oudspelers wat Noordelike se kultuur ken en betrokke by die bestuur en afrigting van die klub bly,” sê van Schalkwyk. Om voort te bou op die klub se sukses in die toekoms wil die bestuur meer spesialiste by hul oefensessies betrek om hul spel beter af te rond teen die groter klubs wat in die Gemeenskapbeker meeding. Noordelikes se president, Tony Varela en die res van sy bestuurspan streef daarna om goeie gesonde Bosveldrugby by die klub te kweek wat hulself as ‘n familieklub sien waar almal omgee vir mekaar en graag die beeld na buite uitdra. ‘n Bekommernis is dat die klub baie jong spelers tussen skool- en klubrugbyvlak verloor volgens van Schalkwyk. “Ons spelers is die hart van die klub en met ons toegewyde afrigters en bestuurspan wat rug-teen-rug die klublede lei en beskerm sien ek ‘n blink toekoms vir die klub. Ons begin reeds met ons voorbereidings vir die 2014 Gemeenskapbeker in Oktober en sien uit om die provinsie volgende jaar met trots te verteenwoordig,” het van Schalkwyk verduidelik.