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Former First lady of Limpopo, Ms Mokgadi Mathale is facing charges of fraud and illegal mining.

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Ntuli applauds University of Limpopo MPHO DUBE >>mphodube.observer@gmail.com Ms Mbali Ntuli, Democratic Alliance (DA) National Youth Leader this week welcomed the decision by the University of Limpopo (UL) to suspend six of the students who were involved in the violent disruption of a meeting held by Democratic Alliance Student Organisation (Daso) on campus last week Wednesday. Amongst those suspended are UL Student Representative Council President, Mr Lekoko Nkadimeng, allegedly the ring leader of the unruly group which assaulted Ntuli and DA Youth National Chairperson, Mr Yusuf Cassim. Equipment such as computers and projectors belonging to the DA were destroyed in the process. Nkadimeng has already been charged and appeared in the Mankweng Magistrate’s Court. The case has been remanded to September 20. Ntuli on Monday said: “No amount of

intimidation will stop any DA structures from contesting upcoming student elections.” She added that the action taken by UL contrasts sharply with that taken by Tshwane University of Technology (Tut) Polokwane campus where a Daso member, the victim of an alleged stabbing by a South African Students’ Congress (Sasco) member was suspended but the perceived perpetrator not. Mr Jacques Smalle, DA Provincial Leader said: “The DA will be keenly following these cases to make sure that these students who are tarnishing the name of student politics receive the sentences they deserve.” Last week, the DA demanded immediate suspension by UL Management of all the ring leaders who violently disrupted the Dasco’s meeting. More than 50 African National Congress Youth League (Ancyl) and Sasco members allegedly violently disrupted and assaulted both Daso members and DA Leadership who had gathered to hold a meeting.

Cassel’s wife up for fraud From page 1 Maponya and Mr Simon Sekgobela all of whom were arrested at Maake Police Station earlier on the same day. Ramaloko said the suspects are all directors of Blue Platinum Venture 16, trading as Batlhanine Brick Yard and owned by Kgohloane (Mathale) in Ga-Rakoma outside Tzaneen. According to Ramaloko the company was closed by the Department of Mineral Resources. The four appeared in court briefly after being charged for contravening the Environment Management Act which allegedly resulted in acts of fraud and corruption. The case has been postponed to 4 November. “They were all arrested yesterday on charges of fraud and illegal mining. The Hawks will continue to do their work without fear or favour. We are not targeting anybody and our job is not politically motivated,” Ramaloko said. He also said a whistle blower informed the Hawks that Batlhanine Brick Yard was operating with an expired license and without a permitted environmental plan. Sebabi said: “It is a pity that these women are being arrested alone. It is our belief that they are victims of greedy politicians who are

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adamant that the glory of this airport will be reclaimed through enhanced service brilliance.” Hawks Spokesperson, Mr Paul Ramaloko this week confirmed that Lukoto, her husband, Mr George Mukwa and sister, Ms Pamela Muthambi are facing charges of fraud and money laundering. Meanwhile, there is some light at the end of the tunnel. Gaal on Monday received a Diamond Arrow at the provincial PMR. africa awards. Zulu said: “I want to thank all management staff for ensuring that we reclaim the glory. We will continue to ensure that we offer better quality services to the public. This award is just the beginning of greater things to come. Once again we like to thank our entire management staff and our shareholder the Department of Roads and Transport led by MEC Masoga.” PIA has a Category 9 international licence and is built on a precinct of 945 hectares of land. The terminal building is in excess of 4 000m², with ample retail and commercial spaces to meet the demands of discerning clientele. The airport has four aprons with a parking capacity of 74 800m², modern air traffic control and navigational aids and is easily accessible through road and rail. There are 2 runways: 05/23 with a total length of 3,175 km and displacement threshold of 2,320 km and 01/19 with a total length of 2,560 km and displacement threshold of 2,560 km.

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still walking free. Those corrupt politicians are walking the corridors of political freedom.” “Cosatu is calling for the arrests of all corrupt politicians who have contributed to the milking of Limpopo’s state purse through corrupt processes,” he said. Mr Jacques Smalle, Democratic Alliance Provincial Leader yesterday urged the Hawks to continue doing their job without fear or favour. The DA calls for the forfeiture of all monies which former premier Mathale’s wife and her associates could have derived from operating a mine in Tzaneen without a valid mining permit. He said however: “I find it puzzling that the former premier wasn’t aware that his wife was operating without a licence. The mining acts are very clear and we hope that justice will take its course.” Provincial Spokesperson for the Congress of the People, Mr Motlatjo Thejeng said: “We have welcomed the arrests of all those who appeared yesterday at Maake Magistrate’s Court for allegedly contravening the Environment Management Act which resulted in acts of fraud and corruption. It is surprising that the wife of the former premier is charged with fraud and illegal mining.”

CDM skryf R94 milj se waterskuld af Van bl 1 Junie alle rekeninge wat deur onregmatige of foutiewe lesings geraak is bymekaar getel en op die bedrag van R94 miljoen geëindig. “Verskeie rekeninge is op ‘n maandelikse basis gemonitor. Foutiewe lesings is veral in nedersettings geneem. Die probleem lê nie by die meterlesers nie, maar by die verouderde meterstelsel,” sê hy. CDM het vanjaar R17 miljoen begroot om die verouderde stelsel deels te

herstel en te vervang. “Die besluit om die skuld af te skryf is ‘n volhoubare en eenvoudige oplossing om foutiewe lesings aan te spreek asook om ‘n gewoonte om rekeninge te betaal by verbruikers in te boesem. Dit is ongelukkig belastingbetalers se geld wat in die water gegooi word. As geld afgeskryf word, word dit nêrens anders verhaal nie. Ons belê in ‘n nuwe stelsel om toekomstige probleme uit te skakel en onnodig geld te mors.”

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Corrupt public servants charged MPHO DUBE >>mphodube.observer@gmail.com A total of 88 public servants in Limpopo, ranging from highly senior to junior have, since the institution of the national intervention in Limpopo, been charged for fraud, corruption and doing remunerative work outside the public service without permission. This was revealed in Parliament recently during the report on the management of discipline in the section 100 intervention in Limpopo by the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA). A presentation to the National Council of Provinces (NCOP), Select Committee by DPSA and Special Investigating Unit (SIU) revealed that 303 cases were referred to the SIU and Forensic Firms for investigation, the SIU forwarded 41 cases which it had investigated to the DPSA. In addition, 47 cases were received from forensics firms during the month of June 2013, 18 cases have been finalised, 11 in the Department of Health and 7 in Provincial Treasury. Per department the cases handled were as follows: Health 26; Education 21; Public Works 13, including one senior official put on precautionary suspension while the DPSA investigates; Provincial Treasury 16; Roads and Transport (no cases were submitted to the DPSA) and Cooperative Governance Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (Coghsta) 12. Reference is also made to two heads of department, Ms Nana Manamela of Coghsta and Mr Morebudi Thamaga of Education, who were handed precautionary suspension letters and charged by the Premier. The total number of cases handed over to the DPSA by the both the forensic firms and the SIU were 88. Forty-four senior management staff members were charged, including the department heads and 44 junior staff members. Forty-one cases were related to remunerative work outside the public service and contravention of Section 30 of the PSA. Forty-seven were high priority cases concerning fraud and corruption. Polokwane Observer engaged Premier Stan Mathabatha about the latest development.

His Spokesperson, Mr Kenny Mathivha said: “The Premier is very clear on what needs to be done. He will ensure that there are appropriate systems in place in the province. He will also place personnel in the right positions for which they are rightfully qualified. He has embarked on dealing and doing away with procurement glitches in departments once and for all.” Mathivha said Mathabatha has also welcomed the investigations by the DPSA and the SIU. “The investigations are most welcome; they assist government to deal with corrupt elements once and for all. These developments just show the rot that we have inherited. The extent of how corrupt people can go without even caring on the poor of the province,” Mathivha added. Mathivha said Mathabatha said the challenges in the province aren’t a one man’s mission but for the entire province to assist government to reclaim the lost glory. Mathivha said: “If you look at the list of corrupt people being dealt with, you can see that government and all its structures and institutions will leave no stone unturned. The Premier is leading the campaign for a clean government. The entire Executive is of one mind in this one. The Premier will support any action that will deal with the rot in the Province once and for all. “If it means people will have to go to prison, so be it. Government cannot be held to ransom by people with their hand in the till. It is not only about them being arrested, people must pay back what they have stolen from the taxpayers.” Mr Dan Sebabi, Provincial Secretary of the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) said: “We welcome the report of the DPSA and SIU. Cosatu is calling for the arrests of all corrupt politicians who have contributed to the milking of Limpopo’s state purse through corrupt processes.” Mr Jacques Smalle, Democratic Alliance provincial leader yesterday urged the Hawks to continue doing their job without fear or favour. Provincial Spokesperson for the Congress of the People (Cope), Mr Motlatjo Thetjeng echoed Smalle.

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Leanté Vermeulen (5) en haar ouma, me Ilse Naudé het hul hande vol om dié vierling bymekaar te hou. Lady staan naby om seker te maak haar lammers is in goeie hande. Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com Die Saanen-bokooi, Lady van mnr Willie Naudé en sy vrou, Ilse het hulle onlangs verras deur

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War talk over Disteneng claim MPHO DUBE >>mphodube.observer@gmail.com The recently erupted confrontation between the Democratic Alliance (DA) and Regional Land Claims Commissioner, Mr Kele Maphoto about the land claim lodged by Disteneng land beneficiaries more than 15 years ago is far from over. DA Provincial Leader, Mr Jacques Smalle this week said during his meeting with Maphoto last Thursday the commissioner conceded that the Disteneng Land Claimants were let down by his predecessors in the Department of Rural Development and Land Affairs (RDLA). Smalle further claimed Maphoto conceded that his hands are now tied because of the bureaucratic bungle-up which has resulted in the approved land claimants having to wait more than 15 years to be settled. This reportedly irked Maphoto who dismissed Smalle’s claims. “I disagree with the DA completely. The DA is telling lies. I never said anything like that,” Maphoto said. He lambasted the DA for not allowing government

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processes to unfold before making any judgement. “I reiterate and confirm that the process has been completed and approved. We are waiting for Polokwane Municipality to allocate a piece of land. We must allow government process to open out before making judgement,” Maphoto lashed out. Smalle said: “The claimants first made their application in 1995 under the Land Restitution Act and the land where Disteneng is currently situated was approved in 2001 by the then minster. But because of government’s failure to settle the people, this land had in the meantime mushroomed into an informal settlement.” He also confirmed that a sum of over R20,5 million had to be committed by the RDLA already back in 2008 to settle them on alternative land, Extension 40 near Westenburg. Smalle said: “This land is still undeveloped and unoccupied. Now fast tracked to 2013, the R20,5 million that was initially budgeted for Extension 40 development needs a top-up of an additional R50 million to cater for inflation to turn it into a habitable

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settlement. Minister Gugile Nkwinti must now find money to settle these communities. As an immediate action, Minister Nkwinti must give the remaining claimant title deeds to the portion of land in Extension 40.” He continued to say: “This amount was allowed to escalate because of the failure of the officials of RDLA to do their job. This R50 million must now be paid by the taxpayers and RDLA officials must now account. This is a clear example of government paying lip service to land reform. Instead of giving these land there are now allegations that some are enticed to take compensation instead of land. This is utterly unacceptable.” Smalle said the DA demands that funds must be allocated to 128 land claimants to give them their land.“Land is a meaningful property in the hands of these people because it can be traded to access capital or bequeathed for off springs. In the process of government dragging its feet to settle these communities, a number of them have passed on,” he concluded.

mall, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) and contractors whose businesses have been severely paralysed and or wrecked due to non-payment or delays by Road Agency Limpopo (RAL) are set to get a new lease on life. This follows the swift intervention by the MEC for Roads and Transport, Mr Lehlogonolo Masoga who, on Monday, held an emergency meeting with the RAL Board to address what he described as the unacceptable state of affairs in the agency. Departmental Spokesperson, Mr Joshua Kwapa told Polokwane Observer that following his intervention the MEC assured improved measures to accelerate the payments of all outstanding invoices from service providers doing business with RAL. Kwapa said a slow pace in processing payments to service providers at RAL resulted in contractors complaining directly to the MEC. He added that this challenge has resulted in contractors, the majority of which are SMMEs, struggling to survive because of non-payment. Masoga said: “The Board indicated that a firm of civil and structural engineers has been appointed to verify all outstanding invoices with a view to accelerate the payments of all outstanding legitimate invoices and provide guidance to deal with problematic ones.

These measures include a simplified and rigorous but effective verification process to ensure that the correct invoices for work done are paid without delay.” Kwapa confirmed that indeed the MEC was assured that the appointed firm will take about three weeks to verify invoices to the tune of around R70 million and payments will start to flow in the fourth week. He also said that Masoga had instructed the board to, where approval is needed, it should be obtained without delay, even if it means the board should meet every weekend. Kwapa said this means that within a month all legitimate invoices shall have been paid. The MEC appealed to RAL service providers to allow the process to take its speedy course to ensure that only correct invoices, where work has been done, quality assurance verified and Limpopo’s people got value for money, are paid. He apologised on behalf of RAL, of which he in his capacity as MEC is the shareholder, for the hardship that the delays have caused to them and assured everybody that going forward under his watch this kind of situation shall be avoided at all costs. “I am committed to accelerate the payment in order to settle the outstanding invoices and I apologise for the delays which negatively impacted the contractors and SMMEs in particular. We are pleading with all the service providers to give us three weeks for payments to be completed,” Masoga said.

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Polokwane Municipality scoops prestigious awards Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail. com Polokwane Municipality is celebrating four PMR.africa Diamond, three Gold and two Silver Arrows bestowed during the provincial PMR.africa Award ceremony at Bolivia Lodge on Monday. This includes a Diamond Arrow that went to Executive Mayor, Cllr Freddy Greaver as the most pro-active Mayor in Limpopo. The municipal Communications Manager, Mr Simon Mokoatedi said in a statement they are proud of the

honour bestowed upon them. The statement quoted Greaver saying he was delighted to have received the awards recognising all the hard work and dedication shown by their team. “The awards are a symbol of a collective work as well as commitment for perfection from all the team members,” Greaver said upon accepting the awards on behalf of the municipality. He urged all to work tirelessly to maintain the high standards set to do things the right way for the benefit of the poorest of the poor and better life for all.

Mr Phooko Enoch Mamabolo (39) has been missing since 22 July 2013 and is suspected to have disappeared from his place of work, Northern Academy in Flora Park. He hails from Sehlale village in GaMamabolo, is 1,45m tall and dark in complexion. Anyone with information is requested to contact WO Jacky Makgoba branch on 082 460 1015 or WO Michael Ramoshaba on 082 728 9835.

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HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

ore than 300 female traffic officers from across the province were engaged in manning a roadblock on the N1 South as part of the Department of Roads and Transport’s Women’s Month celebrations. The department with this action aimed at empowering female traffic officers and acknowledge the role they play in ensuring that there is safety on the province’s roads. Acting Spokesperson for the department, Mr Callies Matlala explained that the day was mainly organised to give female traffic officers an opportunity to show their worth in the profession. “Back in the earlier days, this was a male dominated area. We are glad that we now have female officers who are dedicated and committed to their work. This should also inspire those who aspire to become traffic officers,” Matlala said. “During the operation 669 vehicles were stopped as well as 97 summonses and 35 fines issued to drivers who exceeded the speed limit. Thirteen warrants of arrest were executed for outstanding summons, ten fines were issued for vehicles with expired licence discs, another ten for vehicles that failed to stop at stop signs and

eight for taxis found operating either without fire extinguishers or cracked windscreens. Three drivers were also fined for driving without Public Drivers Permits. We had 320 female officers from the provincial traffic department and different municipalities. We also had female members from the South African Defence Force, South African Police Service, Road Traffic Management, Road Accident Fund and Emergency Services to support the operation,” Matlala said. He also added that during the day the female officers voiced some of the challenges that confront them on a daily basis while they perform their duties. “During our engagements we were told that male motorists under-

mine our officers. We are warning those motorists to refrain from doing so because our female officers are equally as capable as our male officers,” Matlala said. Ms Francina Makgaloa from the Provincial Traffic Station said she was happy to be part of the initiative. “It was good to be given the chance to operate a road block on our own. Normally we would have our male counterparts with us but it was good to do it on our own for a change,” she said. During the day the female officers issued fines, summonses and motorists with outstanding fines were obliged to go and pay at the relevant office.

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Ms Winnie Manakana from the Provincial Traffic Office explains how the ANPR system for warrants and outstanding fines works.

Traffic Officer Sarina Rabalao from Aganang Municipality issues a fine to a taxi driver.

Lulekani Monster stopped in his tracks KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com “You can run, but you can never hide. We will always find you no matter which province you decide to hide in.” Brig Hangwani Mulaudzi, Spokesperson for the Limpopo Police is thankful for the combined Police efforts between Gauteng and Limpopo, after a serial child rapist was brought to book, ending his raping spree which started in 2007 in Lulekani near Phalaborwa. The 39-year old suspect has yet to plead, but did appear briefly

in the Protea Magistrate’s Court on Friday, where the matter was postponed for further investigation. The suspect who was at the time of his arrest living in Thembisa allegedly preferred victims between the ages of nine and eleven, bringing his number of alleged rape victims in that age group to 22, including a 22-year old victim as well. According to Police investigation his raping spate began in Lulekani where he raped his first victim, aged 10, before fleeing to Gauteng, where he continued his raping spree.

Spokesperson for the National Prosecuting Authority, Ms Phindi Louw says some of his alleged victims include six girls from Thembisa, four from Kliptown, four from Eldorado Park, four from Olifantsfontein, one from Lyttleton, one from Lulekani as well as a 22-year old victim from Centurion. She also says investigations are underway to see if any more rapes can be connected to the suspect. “His tactic was to ask the children for directions so as to lure his young victims into the veld, where he would then rape them.”

CRIME shorts Teen rapist gets life sentence Jackie Sekhwela was sentenced to life imprisonment after being found guilty of rape in the Polokwane Regional Court on Monday. The sentence was handed down to him following the rape of an 18-year old girl in the Mankweng area in December of 2009. According to Limpopo Police spokesperson, Col Ronel Otto, the suspect and an accomplice overpowered the girl and dragged her into a nearby mountain where both of them raped and assaulted her until she was unconscious. “When she regained consciousness she realised she was naked and had several serious injuries all over her body. She stumbled to the nearest clinic where she was treated before being transferred to Mankweng Hospital who confirmed the rape and called in detectives from the Limpopo Police to investigate the matter.” The accomplice, Elvis Modula was apprehended on the victim’s way home from hospital, where she pointed out to the Police escorting her home that the suspect is walking in the road. Modula was arrested on the spot and received a life sentence in May 2013.

Raping spree cut short

An alleged raping spree at the hands of Norman Freeman Muleya (30) has been stopped thanks to the dedicated Police operating in the Burgersfort and Steelpoort areas. The alleged rapist was arrested following DNA results that connected him to seven rapes of women between the ages of 14 and 55. Spokesperson for the Limpopo Police, Brig Hangwani Mulaudzi says the suspect was arrested following a two year intensive investigation by the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit.” He allegedly started his raping spree in 2011, using a modus operandi of lurking in the bushes and then attacking women as they walk by. Preliminary investigations linked him by means of DNA testing.” Mulaudzi adds that further investigations are afoot to ascertain if he could be linked to other rape cases in the area. The suspect has been remanded in custody until 11 October in the Lydenburg High Court.

Serial rapist bites the dust

After evading the Police for more than three years, alleged serial rapist, Mr Boas Jacob Kgatlhane has been arrested on at least 13 confirmed cases of rape. The 33-year old suspect was arrested last week, following members of the Family Violence and Sexual Offences Unit from Thabazimbi tracking him down to

a residence in Secunda. Brig Hangwani Mulaudzi, Spokesperson for the Limpopo Police, explained that the suspect allegedly preyed on teenage girls aged between 14 and 17 when they were walking alone. “He would allegedly overpower them and drag them into the bushes and rape them. Thus far, Kgatlhane has been linked to thirteen cases of rape. He appeared before the Thabazimbi Magistrate’s Court on 23 August and his case was remanded for further investigation. His next appearance will be on 12 September for a formal bail application.

Four more poachers arrested

The Hoedspruit Police have arrested four alleged poachers, believed to have been on their way to the Kruger National Park. Police received information from a tip off who alleged the poachers were on their way to the game reserve with the aim to shoot and dehorn animals. Limpopo Police’s Brig Hangwani Mulaudzi says Police managed to confiscate a hunting rifle, silencer, live ammunition and an axe. The four suspects aged between 33 and 46 are from South Africa and Mozambique and are expected to appear in the Phalaborwa Magistrates Court this week on charges of illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition as well as charges under the National Environmental Biodiversity Act, which includes the conspiracy to commit a crime of rhino poaching in the Kruger National Park.

Tender fraudsters arrested

Three alleged fraudsters were apprehended by the Giyani Police, following a scam they were involved with being brought to light. According to Limpopo Police spokesperson Col Ronel Otto, the main suspect, Mr Isaih Matome (35) allegedly pretends to be employed by the Department of Health and Social Development and promises members of the business fraternity the awarding of tenders should they pay him a specified amount beforehand. The suspect was arrested after a woman he allegedly tried to dupe became suspicious and alerted the Police of his scam. Police detectives assessed the situation and quickly realised the man is acting fraudulently. “Matome was arrested on the spot and his two accomplices, Messrs Caleb Mmamuthuntsa (33) and Lucy Ntobi who were found waiting in his vehicle, were then also arrested. The three suspects appeared before the Giyani Magistrates Court on Monday and were granted bail of R1 000 each. Their next court appearance will be on 2 September.

6-year old shoots, kills friend KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com The grandfather of the six-year old who shot her friend in the face appeared briefly before the BelaBela Magistrate’s Court this week on charges of failure to safeguard a firearm. It is alleged that his granddaughter mistakenly shot her friend, also 6, in the face after finding his .38 Special revolver in his cupboard. Col Ronel Otto, Spokesperson for the Limpopo Police explained that it is alleged that the gun was left out by the suspect, after an attempted break-in the previous day. The case has been referred to the National Prosecuting Authority for further investigations. According to Ms Marie Venter, who is a moderator at Marlen Training Academy the proper usage and storage of a firearm is of

utmost importance, to avoid incidents such as this one. Negligence is very dangerous when it comes to firearms. Venter explains that as per the Firearms Control Act of 60 of 2000, Section 84, firearms must be stored and transported in the prescribed manner, it must be completely covered and the person responsible must be able to exercise effective control over such firearm. “Any person convicted of a contravention may be sentenced to a fine or imprisonment,” Venter said while adding that it is important to remember that a revolver doesn’t have a safety mechanism, which means that when the trigger is pulled, even mistakenly, a shot will be fired. “If a revolver doesn’t have a cock, keep one chamber empty in the cylinder, should the trigger be pulled, there will be no round in the chamber and no one will get hurt unnecessarily.”

Stan welcomes Afcon 2014 Championship MPHO DUBE >>mphodube.observer@gmail.com

remier Stan Mathabatha this week gave his blessing to the city and Polokwane Executive Mayor Freddy Greaver to host the much anticipated 2014 African Nations Championship (Chan) tournament. The tournament will take place in South Africa despite originally designated for Libya. Greaver on Tuesday told Polokwane Observer during an exclusive interview that the host cities were announced on 4 May 2012. Polokwane, Kimberley, Bloemfontein, and Cape Town will host the tournament, with match venues still to be decided after a draw in Cairo, the capital of Egypt and the largest city in the Arab world and Africa. “I’m happy about the meeting today with the Premier, Local Organising Committee (LOC), Chief Executive Officer of 2013 African Cup of Nations (Afcon) Mvuzo Mbebe, Chief Operations Officer Andrew Dipela and MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture, Merriam Ramadwa. I’m going to brief the Council on Thursday about our prosperous meeting today. The Premier was happy with our meeting and he gave us his blessing. We will also work closely with the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, LOC, Dipela, Mbebe and Ramadwa,” Greaver said. Mathabatha said: “We are very excited that once again Limpopo, in particular Polokwane is a host city. This will bring people together from local, national and international level. We welcome a tournament of this magnitude with both hands.” Dipela’s response was: “The meeting went well and the leadership of the province under Premier Mathabatha supports this initiative. We are happy that the Premier is happy.” This was

echoed by Mbebe who said: “We are not going to let the success of Orange Afcon 2013 get into our heads and we are not taking anything for granted. We are applying the same formula we used during Afcon as well as the lessons learnt to make sure that Orange Chan 2014 delivers in accordance with our objectives as well as Confederation of African Football (Caf) expectations.” “We are still going to return to the host cities for another round of visits as the LOC, at the end of August and again in November, together with Caf again. This is how serious we take this competition. We also share the same sentiments expressed by the Caf Vice President and Deputy Secretary General of Caf and we are pleased with what we have seen so far.” Ramadwa said: “Our mandate as a department is to address social cohesion and we welcome this initiative.”

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Premier Stan Mathabatha and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of 2013 African Cup of Nations Mvuzo Mbebe during their recent meeting.

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Dié vragmotor het Saterdag in die vroeë oggendure in Faganstraat, Ivypark waar dit op die eienaar se grasperk geparkeer was, uitgebrand. Volgens ‘n inwoner wat anoniem wil bly bestaan die vermoede dat die vragmotor aan die brand gesteek is. Westenburg polisiewoordvoerder, kapt Mohlaka Mashiane kon nie gister (Woensdag) bevestig of ‘n saak van brandstigting ondersoek word nie.

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What’s UP DIARY OF EVENTS

30 Augustus >> Gospelsanger Leon Arnaud tree om 19:00 by die NG Kerk Bendorpark teen R100 per persoon op. Skakel Magda by die kerkkantoor by 015 296 1270 vir meer besonderhede. 31 Augustus >> Die Hervormde Kerk, Welgelegen hou basaar en ‘n tafel word spesiaal aan Myngenoegen Shelter afgestaan vir ‘n witolifanttafel. Die gemeenskap word gevra om ongebruikte artikels vir dié doel te skenk. Vir meer besonderhede kan me Christa van Tonder by 083 302 4313 geskakel word. 31 Augustus >> Die Gereformeerde Kerk Pietersburg, hv Jorissen- en Voortrekkerstraat hou basaar. Skakel Andries van der Walt by 084 503 9434 vir meer besonderhede. 31 Augustus >> Shiek-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. 31 Augustus >> Die Limpopo Blou Bulle hou om 08:00 ‘n boeredag met ‘n dans by Thatch Palace buite die stad. Toegang is sagte speelgoed wat plaaslike motorfietsryers aan behoeftige kinders sal skenk. Kaartjies vir die aand se vertoning deur die Country Chix en Hannes van Tonder is R150 per persoon. Skakel Joan by 082 419 6587 of Marlene by 082 900 6896 vir kaartjies of inligting. 31 August and 1 September >> Mall of the North is host to a rhino art exhibition with representatives from Rocking for Rhinos. Schools were invited to participate by creating a piece of art on how they see the current situation on rhino poaching. Contact the mall on 015 265 1026 for more information. 3 September >> Die Suid-Afrikaanse Vrouefederasie (SAVF)

hou hul algemene jaarvergadering om 09:00 by Martha Hofmeyr Tehuis vir Bejaardes se saal in Hoogstraat 9. Almal is welkom. Skakel 015 295 9077 vir meer besonderhede. 6 September >> Jocks Windscreens is hosting a blood drive in support of the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) from 10:00 to 15:00. Contact them on 015 293 0631 for more information. 6 September >> Ondersteun die jaarlikse Loslitdag ten bate van persone met gestremdhede deur ‘n plakker teen R10 by die Vereniging vir Persone met Gestremdhede (VPG-Eeufeeshuis) by 015 291 1788 of die Polokwane Nasorgsentrum vir Volwasse Gestremdes by 015 297 1459 te koop. 7 September >> Die Doornbult Gemeenskapspolisiëringsforum in samewerking met Soetdorings Buiteklub hou daar ‘n markdag. Vir meer besonderhede kan Niekolene Page by 083 287 2320 geskakel word. 13 September >> Die plaaslike Dierebeskermingsvereniging (DBV) bied ‘n gholfdag by die Polokwane Gholfklub aan om geld vir die vereniging in te samel. Om ‘n putjie te bespreek of om as borg betrokke te raak kan Mike by 083 227 6892 geskakel word. 14 September >> Bikers That Care hou hul jaarlikse Golden Oldies Biker Jol by Martha Hofmeyr Tehuis van Bejaardes in Ooststraat. Koste beloop R80 per persoon wat ontbyt insluit. 28 September >> Sterkloop Tackle and Petshop present a Dog Show in conjunction with the Polokwane Animal Lovers (PAL) at 09:00. Entry fee is R10 per category and is payable at the pet shop. Great prizes are at stake. Contact them on 015 295 8180 for more information. 28 September >> Die Limpopo Lentekarnaval word van 07:00 by die sportterrein van die Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé met hope pret aangebied. Kaartjies is R30 per persoon. Laerskoolleerders en kinders o.9 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 of besoek hul faceboekblad. 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 hulle by 015 297 3326.

UPCOMING events Hou partytjie saam met Blou Bulle Rugby-unie RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Saterdag word ‘n groot opskop by Thatch Palace, ongeveer 7 km buite die stad op die N1Noord gehou wanneer die Limpopo Blou Bulle Rugby-unie ‘n os op die spit braai en hope aktiwiteite as deel van die unie se geldinsamelingsprojek aanbied. Vanaf 08:00 is Etha en Karin K van die Country Chix te sien terwyl boeresport, stalletjies, vlooimark, kos, musiek, motoruit-

stallings, springkastele en waterspeletjies aangebied word. Die boeresport word vanaf 08:00 vir leerders en vanaf 12:00 vir volwassenes aangebied. Skole en maatskappye word aangemoedig om in groepe in te skryf. Die os sal teen 18:00 gereed wees wanneer Hannes van Tonder met sy Bles Bridges-stem optree. Kaartjies beloop R1 200 per tafel met plek vir agt mense. Om te bespreek of vir meer inligting kontak Joan by 082 418 6587.

Diarise the first PAL dog show MARIËTTE SNYDER >> mariette.observer@gmail.com The newly formed Polokwane Animal Lovers (PAL) group are committed animal lovers with loads of supporters willing to go out of their way to care for stray and unwanted animals in the city. Ms Pauline Sher, a committee members said they formed this group not only to care for local animals, but to raise money for other small animal conservation groups in South Africa. The group, in conjunction with Sterkloop Tackle and Petshop will present a dog show, in aid of the volunteer anti-poaching unit led by Mr Gaven Holden-Smith from Bela-Bela, at the parking area of Sterkloop Tackle and Petshop

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on 28 September. “For the last four years he has concentrated his efforts on the K9 tracking unit and apart from the farmers calling his team out, they also do regular patrols. If the poachers are still on the farms when the unit is called out, they have a 90% success arrest rate,” Sher said. She added that the unit is only one of the many organisations they plan to assist financially. Holden-Smith is expected to bring some of his tracking dogs to the show. The show starts at 09:00 and entry fee is R10 per category. You can enter in as many categories as you like. Pay your fee at Sterkloop Petshop on or before the day of the show. Contact 015 295 8180, 015 291 1215 or 015 291 1238 for more information.

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Muyexe, the dead end of a rural province NEWS

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t first glance the village of Muyexe on the border with Kruger National Park seems deserted, as if all activity stopped at the red line corridor checkpoint at the edge of a gravel stretch leading to the remote community. Scratching the surface though one finds meagre signs of developmental progress in a settlement prioritised by the President under the Comprehensive Rural Development Programme. A recent visit to Muyexe afforded Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) Provincial Secretary Dan Sebabi an opportunity for an update on development in that remote part of the province, where unemployment and poverty are key factors impacting on a 7 000-strong community scattered across five sections. While all hope exists that change as effected per Presidential preference project would bring improved living conditions, it remains to be seen whether infrastructure of many millions in taxpayers’ money would be put to full use once all facilities are operational. Situated less than 10 km from the border

with Kruger National Park the prospects of the introduction of the intended Xangoni gate as point of access to the neighbouring world renowned attraction is on the cards, it was learnt. It is believed to be beneficial to the community, as it could bring tourism spinoffs in future. On a drive through Muyexe it was not difficult to grasp why it was declared one of the poorest villages in South Africa. In search of signs of life the setting was characterised by minimal activity, save for business being conducted at a steel works entity along the main access route and ongoing construction to government infrastructure elsewhere. Following the sign to the Police’s satellite station, it proved to be deserted. The only indication of human presence in the vicinity was the voices of little ones on the playground at the early childhood development centre. On the way to the multi-purpose community centre women were found gathering at communal taps to collect water for domestic use. Harvesting of rain water has obviously not been happening during the dry winter season. While the village has been fitted with electricity, it was evident washing was still being done by hand and hung on fences to dry the traditional way. An

impromptu marketplace attracted pensioners from the area, suspected of trading with collected grants. Stopping off at the central hub of the settlement led to a meeting with the Coordinator of the 30-member Council for Stakeholders, Mr Mafemane Maluleke who said in an interview all development in the area came into being in 2009. Apart from the council offices, infrastructural development includes the adjacent computer centre with 15 stations, a post office, the satellite Police station, a sports centre and conference facility as well as a 24-hour clinic and library under construction. He indicated the need for proper coordination of social services to be rendered from the council offices, adding that contrary to initial expectations it was not happening once a week. He said no private source of income actually existed and that the Community Work Programme of the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs has apparently brought relief to 350 persons from Muyexe being employed to assist at institutions like schools and clinics. With it being located in a water-scarce area, the settlement suffered due to the supply being interfered with along the way, he said. A new pipeline from Ntsami Dam solely for use by the people of Muyexe was expected to be completed towards the end of September and with it, the answer to their problems. In discussing general challenges, Maluleke said crime, especially cable and stock theft as well as housebreaking, used to be a problem until the location of the Police’s satellite station in 2010. However, the satellite station was not always operational and the area was not regularly being serviced by Giyani Police Station, he added. Even though unemployment remained a problem, he did not believe that with services being brought to the village it would solve

the matter. School leavers still suffered most, he added. In the long run life would change when all services were up and running, he concluded. Sebabi afterwards expressed appreciation with the fact that at last work was being done on the water pipeline from Ntsami Dam and that there were plans to pave the road leading to the village and internal streets, that the early childhood development centre was in operation, that there were economic spin-offs at ventures like the steel works in the village and the clinic and library were under construction. However, he was concerned that the younger generation was forced to leave in search of jobs elsewhere and at the same time infrastructure was laid to waste and rot, Sebabi said. He continued saying no big school was necessary for purposes of education in Muyexe as young people were ordinarily moving towards towns and cities. The money could rather have been spent in developing nodal points elsewhere in the area. He reiterated the need for minimal rural industrialisation because Muyexe would become a white elephant without investment. In such an instance, he stressed, investment would become fruitless expenditure. Sebabi suggested government should start a programme of ensuring rural masses being gradually moved to centres of rural activity for people to be actively involved in production processes. He expressed the hope that the intended plans for another point of access to the Kruger National Park would bring new economic activity. Addressing remarks from community members that visible activity took place in Muyexe only with visits by President Jacob Zuma or high profile government representatives, Sebabi said Cosatu intended engaging with responsible sector departments in mid-September to contribute in a small way to ensuring improvement in affairs.

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Children’s voices ring out at the early childhood development centre in the village.

Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) Provincial Secretary Dan Sebabi. In the background, the offices of the Council of Stakeholders.

Women gather at a communal tap to fetch water for domestic use.

Scattered throughout Muyexe are modern structures standing alongside traditional huts, mostly adorned in bright greens and blues which is seemingly in keeping to the Tsonga custom.

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The Department of Education’s announcement that learning and teaching support materials and text books for 2014 are to be delivered to schools in the province next week prompted Polokwane Observer to ask community members for their comment on the matter. Na die aankondiging deur die LUR van onderwys, me Dikeledi Magadzi dat handboeke en leermiddels vir 2014 volgende week by skole afgelewer word, het Polokwane Observer die gemeenskap om kommentaar gevra.

Mnr André Beetge : “Die handboeke was verlede jaar betyds in die provinsie. Ek hoop net die boeke eindig in die klaskamers en nie in die riviere soos verlede jaar nie.”

Ms Sana Makuwa: “It is a good thing that the textbooks for 2014 are at the warehouses as the learners from disadvantaged communities cannot afford to buy textbooks.”

Mnr Jaco Harmse: “Dit is goed dat al die leermaterial in die pakhuise is, maar sal dit betyds by die skole afgelewer word?”

Mr Ishmail Hlongwane: “I hope the new MEC delivers better services than her predecessor.”

Ms Rahab Leriba: “It is good that the textbooks are ready to be delivered to the schools. Everything must be ready for the start of the year.”

Me Analeen Visagie sê: “Dit klink amper te goed om waar te wees. Ek hoop net die handboeke word by die skole afgelewer.”

Mr Whitey Matsetela: “I am pleased to read that the learning and teaching materials are ready because the learners suffered because of a shortage of textbooks previously.”

Mr Dave Blumrick: “It’s all about proper planning and the implementation thereof. Each learner needs their own textbook in order to prosper at school.”

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t is calculated that a rhino is shot and butchered for its horns in South Africa every 11 hours. This year alone more than 587 rhinos have been killed in South Africa and for this Mall of the North (MoN) joined hands with the Rocking for Rhinos awareness group to create a better understanding of the critical situation. MoN will host a rhino art exhibition on Saturday and Sunday and representatives from Rocking for Rhinos will be present as well as Mr Anton Fouché is in the process of creating awareness about the plight of rhinos by pulling a life size rhino made of fibreglass from Pretoria to Musina without any assistance. MoN Marketing Manager, Ms René van der Merwe said the mall invited all learners in Polokwane to participate in the art exhibition by creating a piece of art on how they see the current situation on rhino poaching. “It does not have to be a painting. All kinds of artwork will be accepted and judged by the Rocking for Rhinos representatives and Fouché. All artwork should be handed in at the mall by tomorrow (Friday).” She added that learners enter in age categories and that the first three places in all categories will win MoN shopping vouchers. The judging will take place during the weekend and all winning artwork will also be exhibited in the mall the following week. Rocking for Rhinos is a non-profit organisation based in Hoedspruit. They annually host a large scale

festival of which the proceeds go towards certified rhino conservation and anti-poaching initiatives. This year the Rocking for Rhinos festival will be hosted on 21 and 22 September to coincide with World Rhino Day on the 22nd. The festival will take place at Franklin Park on the outskirts of Hoedspruit. There is ample space for staging, exhibition areas, food and beverage stalls and accommodation. This year big name bands such as Locnville and Crash Car Burn are set to provide musical enetertainment. Interested persons are invited to approach the organisation’s representatives at MoN for more information in the Rocking for Rhinos festival or how to contribute towards rhino conservation. Fouché is an ambassador of the Tshuduku Lenaka campaign which operates under the flag of the Limpopo Angels, a section 21 company. By pulling the life size rhino from Pretoria to Musina Fouché will aim to tell, show and involve people locally and nationally on anti-poaching and conservation of rhinos. He also aims to make people realise the challenges faced by anti-poaching groups. He hopes to finish his journey of 518 km on 14 September. Funds raised during Fouché’s campaign will go towards various entities to buy necessary equipment to combat rhino poaching. Van der Merwe invites the Polokwane community to join in the two days of creating awareness against rhino poaching. “This is also the perfect opportunity for people to get involved in the effort to save our heritage,” she said.

Bureaucracy blamed for Limpopo hospital’s dire shortage of equipment HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za Medical staff Tshilidzini Hospital Thohoyandou on Tuesday blamed red tape for the acute shortage of life-saving equipment at the 500 bed facility. Speaking to Public Protector, Adv Thuli Madonsela, who paid a surprise oversight visit to the Thohoyandoubased facility, doctors and nurses said communicating their needs annually to provincial health authorities has not borne fruit. The 55-year-old hospital did either not have or was in short supply of anaesthetic machines, suction machines, patient monitors, diathermy machines, autoclaving machines and tourniquets. “We regularly borrow equipment from other hospitals. Sometimes they take back their equipment and we have to beg,” one nurse was quoted saying. According to information officials told Madonsela that contracts for the procurement of such items expired more than six months back and again blamed bureaucracy, saying it

delayed the renewal of the agreements. In addition, officials did not have delegated powers to procure the items on their own. Spokesperson for Public Protector South Africa, Ms Kgalalelo Masibi yesterday (Wednesday) told Polokwane Observer that apart from equipment, the hospital’s human resources were overstretched, with only 24 doctors and a few specialists on staff. “It did not have resident paediatricians. Once a month, two paediatricians visit the facility from Mankweng Hospital as part of their outreach. The major impediment to the recruitment and retention of professionals, according to staff, was incentives. The facility’s rural location was reported to be the main discouragement for doctors and other professionals to ply their trade there,” Masibi said. In addition to financial incentives, non-availability of decent state-sponsored accommodation for professionals was cited as one of the factors that discourage professionals from relocating to the area. “Patients on the other hand com-

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plained about shortages of medication, with two telling the Public Protector that doctors at the hospital prescribed medication for them and referred them to private pharmacies, where they had to pay for the medicine. “Others, like at other facilities recently visited by the Public Protector, complained about waiting for far too long in queues to acquire their files, let alone see a doctor. One patient alleged that the hospital occasionally ran short of running water, questioning why that was the case when the facility was located not far from Nandoni Dam. Madonsela also engaged with residents who lodged service delivery complaints and promised to work with complement state organs to get to the bottom of problems and find solutions. Madonsela and her deputy, Adv Kevin Malunga were in the province as part of their office’s National Stakeholder Dialogue focusing on strengthening government’s ability to deliver on the Millennium Development Goals.

MEC wants traditional leaders to advise on matters HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The MEC of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (Coghsta), Mr Ishmael Kgetjepe appealed to traditional leaders to play an active role in the direction the municipalities, not only as people who are invited to meetings, but mostly as people who offer advice in what to be done to improve municipal service to the people. Kgetjepe was speaking during the coronation ceremony of Kgoshi Seele Gabriel Malatji of Ba-Maseke Community at Ba-Maseke village in the Phalaborwa area on Saturday. “We have always said that traditional leaders in our province are an integral part of government institu-

tions required by history to participate in every effort that is aimed at improving the living standards of our people. We expect our traditional leaders to participate in both the planning and development of Integrated Development Plan (IDPs) in municipalities affecting their jurisdiction. This is the one way in which we can jointly succeed in pushing back the frontiers of poverty and underdevelopment in our rural communities. It is for this reason that we take this opportunity to congratulate those of our traditional leaders in our province who are actively participating in the governance of their municipal areas, either as elected public representatives or as traditional leaders of the people. Traditional leaders have a

responsibility to assist in building a united society where people are not valued according to their ethnic identity,” Kgetjepe is quoted to have said. Malatji succeeds his father, Kgoshi Albert Matome Malatji who died last year. Wishing Malatji well in his appointment Kgetjepe was quoted saying that saying under his leadership he was certain that the community of Maseke will take part in their own development. “You must desist from being innocent bystanders in the ongoing endeavour to improve the quality of your lives. You must join hands with the traditional leaders led by kgoshi Malatji and put your collective shoulder to the wheel in order to launch a sustained onslaught on poverty and underdevelopment in this area.”

Integrated aquaculture and irrigation scheme launched MPHO DUBE >>mphodube.observer@gmail.com Agriculture MEC, Ms Rosina Semenya on Monday launched the Phetwane Fisheries Project, an integrated aquaculture scheme at Ephraim Mogale Municipality in Sekhukune district. The Department of Agriculture piloted the scheme for fish farming activities. Departmental Spokesperson, Mr Selby Makgotho said the idea is to modify abandoned storage water dam and utilise it to produce fish. He said the scheme consists of PHOTO: SUPPLIED four fish friendly ponds that are Agriculture MEC Rosina Semenya at the launch of the currently being stocked with three Phetwane Integrated Aquaculture Project. species of fish, tilapia, barbel and carp. Makgotho said: “The idea behind the poly-culture system is to exploit all different feeding levels in the water in order to maximise production.” Makgotho said the fish is ready to be harvested and will be taken through the processing and packaging stages in partnership with esSPECIAL PRIC ES AVAILABLE tablished food stores O N BULK ORDER in the Limpopo. S. Cocktail ribs R 39.99/kg Semenya said: SW ham 1kg R 49.00 Address: Shop 1 and 2 “The Department of 83 Pietersburg Str. SW beef 1kg R 49.00 Agriculture is pleased Ladanna E-Russians 500g R 10.00 with the performance Tel: 015 293 0364 of the Phetwane InCheese E Russian 500 g R 12.50 Fax: 086 632 2200 Email: tegrated Aquaculture E-Vienna 500g R 10.00 fireflyfoods@gmail.com Scheme and will repliToiletpaper 48s R105.00 Card facilities available cate it in other irrigation schemes where water is being stored Prices valid until 7 September 2013 or while stock lasts. in the province.”

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Sapa Yopa President – “Biking is a lifestyle” >> “We are more good than evil” >> His fellow learners chose to ride horses, he chose bikes RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com

The President of the Sapa Yopa Motorcycle Club (MCC), Mr Sarel Nong’s (35) first encounter with bikes was at boarding school when they were taught how to ride. “Some learners chose to learn how to ride a horse, but the two wheel machine immediately caught my interest,” he said. His first involvement in a biker club was when he joined the former Tropical Bikers Club in 2005. “We attended a rally in Swaziland and Tropical Bikers Club mostly consisted of elderly bikers. I then realised that we need a new identity and MCC was founded three years later.” As founding member of the club he has also been President for the past three years. “Biking is a lifestyle. Whenever I need time to relax or just to get my thoughts away from my daytime job as owner of a civil engineering company, I get on the back of my bike and I ride. Biking is definitely a stress reliever. I sometimes ride to Pretoria early morning just to have breakfast,” he said. About the average perception that bikers are bad guys with attitude Nong said: “People tend to move away from us, but when they get to know what we actually do, they will realise that we are more good than bad. We strive towards helping the less privileged and are involved with various charities in order to help raise funds or even just to create awareness on a certain issue.” MCC’s goodwill cannot go unnoticed. The club is not for black bikers only. As long as you have a bike with valid driver’s licence the club will welcome any race as a member. Nong is proud to say that seven women from Polokwane recently joined MCC and are now proud owners of bikes of which some are Harley Davidson’s. Their outreach projects range from the Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa) to various toy runs, anti-rape run and Mandela Day initiatives. Nong mentioned that the club is already preparing for a mass ride during the Bikers Do Care campaign. “This is Aids Awareness Day and we are planning on a mass ride with more than 3 000 bikes. It will form part of MCC’s fifth anniversary coinciding with a weekend of activities starting on 28 November ending in the mass ride on the Sunday.” For most people a bike is a nice toy to have and Nong agrees to that. “But it is a dangerous toy. We still have a lot of accidents among our members. We have two road captains whose aim is to create safety awareness among bikers. Most accidents occur when motorists misjudge the speed of a bike and from the biker’s side lack of responsibility and speeding is the main cause of accidents,” he said. When taking MCC’s contributions into consideration they are an asset to the province. “We are the pride of Limpopo and I would like to improve our annual runs. We are doing the right thing and when I step down as president my successor should have the same vision and mission to continue with the club’s heritage,” he said.

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The President of Sapa Yopa Motorcycle Club (MCC), Mr Sarel Nong is of the opinion that bikers are more good than evil.

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Mapaseka Mokgaphane.

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Rare Blue Diamond a rising star from Seshego

>> A voice as crystal clear resonating on these dusty streets late afternoon >> Recording her own CD compilation titled Sedi Laka year end YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com Diamonds are popularly used for adorning the necklines of women the world over. Also for cutting glass because of it being the hardest known substance. Blue diamonds are even rarer than their translucent sisters and stumbling upon such a treasure, one should consider oneself fortunate. Hearing Seshego’s own Blue Diamond sing similarly counts as a singular occasion. With a voice as crystal clear resonating on these dusty streets late afternoon, it should not come as a surprise if 15-year-old Mapaseka Mokgaphane in fact manages to crack glass. But then equally so the accidental breaking of glass is apparently considered a good omen in a certain Indian tradition. Featuring prominently in the repertoire of Seshego Gospel Choir, comprising of 58 committed members between the ages of 13 and 26 years, Mapaseka is expected to perform on stage at the Library Gardens auditorium in Polokwane this evening (Thursday) when the choir appears in a fundraiser in aid of their intended participation in a stage performance in Tembisa towards the end of September. She would also be joining fellow-members in recording their second CD in December. Thereafter she is expected to enter into recording her own CD compilation titled Sedi Laka, after a hymn translated into My Light, towards year end. She regards it a huge step having to take a decision on the recording process, but with all the support she has been receiving thus far she is convinced it would sell. It was learnt that she has built up her own following. Having identified her exceptional talent in expressing herself through mostly gospel songs was Seshego Gospel Choir Founding Manager Maria Bongwe, who will be providing the funds for the youngster’s CD project. She explains she dubbed Mapaseka “The Blue Diamond” for her rare voice. “She has brought the choir to where it is now. We will always sing her songs and she will always find her songs waiting for her.” Mapaseka has a love for gospel, but at times also creates her own songs which would include soul and R&B. In an interview on the premises of Bokamoso Secondary School where she is enrolled, she explains she also creates songs for use in class and for the Seshego Gospel Choir. She proudly refers to respective awards from the two institutions last year. When she is not engaged in performing or simply singing when doing chores at home, she talks music-related issues like the Idols competition with girlfriends Desiree Sako, Caroline Mashimbyi and Lerato Malekana, who all share her love for music. The common belief that diamonds are a girl’s best friend doesn’t count in Mapaseka Mokgaphane’s case. In this instance she is the diamond.

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Rotary Club Golf Day raises Chubb Sekuriteit: Vuil over R100 000 for charity hande vir ‘n skoner stad Warren Blunt over R1,2 million last year and is proud to

KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com In ‘n poging om Polokwane op te ruim en terselfdertyd Chubb Sekuriteit se sigbaarheid te verbeter, het die sekuriteitsmaatskappy se personeel Vrydagoggend hulle hande vuil gemaak vir ‘n goeie doel. Mnr Gert Pretorius, algemene bestuurder van Chubb Polokwane sê die motivering vir die opruimingsaksie is om die natuur te beskerm. “Ons wil hê inwoners moet in die strate loop sonder om hulle te skaam vir al die rommel wat oral rondlê. Chubb Polokwane is toegewyd aan die Polokwane gemeenskap en alle inwoners in en om die stad, nie net in terme van veiligheid Die algemene bestuurder van Chubb Polokwane, mnr Gert Pretorius tel Vrydag rommel op om Dorp- en Hospitaalstraat.

nie, maar ook in terme van die beskerming van gemeenskapsbelange.” Die area om die hoek van Dorp- en Hospitaalstraat is opgeruim. “Die area is gekies omdat daar skole, ‘n hospitaal en verskeie besighede in die omgewing is.” Pretorius sê dat Chubb Polokwane beplan om in die toekoms een keer ‘n maand ‘n wyk in die stad gaan kies om skoon te maak.

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The Rotary Club Pietersburg 100 collected close to R150 000 from the proceeds of their annual golf day at the Polokwane Golf Club last Thursday. The two-ball combination of Tella Diemont and Thomas Pretorius won by two points after finishing on a score of 47 points. The race for second place was much closer with Jack Schofield and Les Cook winning on a count-out from Glen Wynne and Morné Myburgh on after both pairings ended on 45 points. The proceeds from the golf day will used for Ons Tuiste Old Age Home and to bring drinking water to various rural communities. Speaking at the prize-giving ceremony, Rotary Club Pieterburg 100 President, Mr Bruno Tschudin said Rotarians feel strongly about the need to look after the older folk and that every citizen in South Africa is entitled to clean drinking water. “The Rotary Club Pietersburg 100 raised

have made a meaningful contribution to many people’s lives. All of this is possible because of the support from all our sponsors and members of the business community in Polokwane,” Tschudin said. He called on worthy members to join the cause and to help Rotary in making a difference to the lives of those less fortunate.

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The winners of the Rotary Club Pietersburg 100 Golf Day, Tella Diemont, left and Thomas Pretorius on the right. In the middle is the President of Pietersburg 100, Bruno Tschudin.

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KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com Most Valued Guest cardholders of Meropa Casino & Entertainment World were treated to an exclusive dinner introducing the establishment’s newly appointed General Manager Mr Clifford Ngakane. This well-known face recently made his return as the General Manager of Meropa Casino & Entertainment World and was introduced to MVG card holders on Saturday evening. Ngakane is the ideal choice for the

position as he successfully filled this position five years ago, prior to leaving Polokwane for Port Elizabeth. With his wide range of experience in the casino and entertainment sector Ngakane insured all attending the dinner felt at ease and enjoyed every minute of the evening. The enjoyable evening was themed “Pretty in Pink” and “Pink with a dash of black”. Two lucky draws were also held during the dinner, seeing two lucky winners taking home cash prizes and a night’s stay for two people at Town Lodge Polokwane.

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>> Jou geld verdien rente as jy oor ‘n lang tydperk spaar >> As dit ooit gebeur dat jy finansieel in die knyp raak, word jou uittree-annuïteit teen krediteure beskerm

andag is dit belangrik om vir die toekoms te beplan en te verseker dat jy met gerustheid jou oudag kan uitleef. “As jy in ’n uittree-annuïteit (UA) belê, kan jy nie net belastingvoordele kry nie, maar ook gemoedsrus hê in die wete dat jy jou aftreespaarfonds met ’n baie gewilde belegging aangevul het,” sê mnr Willem Barnard, bemarkingbestuurder van Sanlam

Limpopo. Redes om in ’n UA te belê: Voorbereiding vir aftrede deur jou spaargeld ’n hupstoot te gee Min mense spaar genoeg in ’n werkgewer se aftreefonds om gemaklik te kan aftree. ’n UA kan jou ander aftreespaarfondse aanvul sodat jy jou lewenstandaard tydens aftrede kan voortsit. Wanneer jy werk, gebruik jy jou salaris om mediese fonds-bydraes

en ander uitgawes te dek. Wanneer jy aftree, sal jy waarskynlik steeds baie van die uitgawes moet befonds, maar jy sal nie meer dieselfde inkomste verdien nie. ’n UA kan jou help om hierdie uitgawes te dek. Die krag van saamgestelde rente As jy oor ’n lang tydperk spaar verdien jou geld rente. Saamgestelde rente is die rente wat jy verdien op die rente wat in jou UA herbelê is. As jy oor ’n tydperk van 20 jaar in ’n UA spaar, sal ’n groot persentasie van jou uiteindelike spaarfonds dus te danke wees aan saamgestelde groei op jou belegging. UA’s is bedoel om langtermyn spaarplanne te wees wat jou in staat stel om markskommelinge uit te stryk. Belastingvoordele As jy voor die einde van die belastingjaar in Februarie ’n UA aangaan, sal jy minder inkomstebelasting betaal omdat UA’s belastingvriendelik is. Jou UA-bydraes is belastingaftrekbaar tot ’n voorgeskrewe maksimum van jou belasbare inkomste per jaar. Gestel jy betaal ’n marginale belastingkoers van 40% en jy belê R100 kan jy in werklikheid R40 van daardie bedrag van die Suid-Afrikaanse Inkomstediens terugkry. Afgesien van die feit dat jou bydrae aftrekbaar is, sal die beleggingsopbrengs – die inkomste en dividende op jou belegging – ook nie belas word nie. Spaardissipline Jy kan eers op 55 toegang kry tot jou UA. Dit verhoed dat jy te vroeg geld onttrek. Addisionele voordele As dit ooit gebeur dat jy finansieel in die knyp raak, word jou UA teen krediteure beskerm. UA’s gee jou ook toegang tot ’n verskeidenheid fondse en bateklasse en jy kan jou onderliggende beleggings kies. Barnard maan persone om met ’n gekwalifiseerde en kundige finansiële adviseur te gesels om die beste advies oor UA’s as beleggingsoplossings te kry.

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Top T stays on top of their game KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com With the demand for home finishing products of quality and distinction on the increase, builders, home owners and DIY enthusiasts can relax knowing that such goods are available right on their doorstep. Top T Polokwane is a member of a growing national retail outlet that aims at supplying home finishing products of the highest value at low cost. These products include ceramic flooring, wall tiles, polished porcelain tiles, sanitary ware; famous brand taps like Tivoli, ceiling tiles, cornices, paint and shower doors. All these products and more are sourced from highly reputable and reliable suppliers. Mr Marinus Venter, Regional Manager for Top T Polokwane says Limpopo proudly boasts five successful Top T stores, with a sixth shop opening in Matoks in October. “We have highly successful stores spread about Limpopo namely in Polokwane, Thohoyandou, Musina, Jane Furse and Giyani.” Since the establishment of Top T in 2007, the company has capitalised on growth opportunities by ensuring availability, accessibility and affordability. Venter adds that the primary objective is achieving total customer satisfaction by focusing on the needs of our customers.

Lente is ‘n tyd vir vernuwing YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com

L PHOTOS: KESHIA JANSENS VAN RENSBURG

Above: Staff members of Top T Polokwane, Mr Seun van der Merwe and Ms Chantelle van der Merwe in front, with Messrs Johannes Raphela, Sarel van Niekerk, Enos Tauyatswala and Hemelton Morema at the back. Top T Polokwane.

ente is in die lug en daarmee saam ‘n spirituele omwenteling wat met ‘n nuwe seisoen gepaard gaan. Winter is besig om stelselmatig sy ysblou kleed af te gooi en ‘n varsheid is alomteenwoordig. Die wagwoord met die koms van dié nuwe seisoen behoort vernuwing te wees...‘n nuwe voorkoms vir elke element van die lewe; liggaam, siel, die innerlike, huis en klerekas. Lente is die ideale geleentheid om die siel te voed. Om nader aan moederaarde te beweeg én te leef. Te belê in die heilsame; hetsy dit lafenis vir die gees of van die spyse is. Dit is eweneens belangrik om tyd met diegene te spandeer wat mens na aan die hart lê. Dit is opnuut ‘n tyd vir toetrede tot herwinningsprosesse. Laat dit ‘n oorweging wees om ‘n groen leefstyl aan te pak en te handhaaf in ‘n poging om die impak van die mens se koolstofvoetspoor te verminder. Wend terselfdertyd dit wat oorbodig is in ‘n ander gedaante binne of buite die huis aan. Lente gun jou die kans om selfondersoek in te stel en tyd te spandeer aan dit wat die hart voed – neus in ‘n boek, ‘n verfstreep op ‘n doek, stap in die natuur, skeppend in die kombuis of aan die werk in die tuin. Dit behels terselfdertyd die noodwendige uitreik na

Top T Matoks opening soon

diegene wat ‘n positiewe invloed op mens se bestaan het. Dié tyd van die jaar gooi die natuur sy skatkis vol juwele oop. Met die grootskaalse ontploffing van kleur wat gewoonlik saam met lente val, is waardering vir dit wat die omringende landskap mildelik uitdeel ‘n natuurlike reaksie. Ruim tyd in om die geskenke wat die natuur sonder grootskaalse basuin deurentyd op die drumpel laat, in te neem. Hulle noem dit lente.

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Lente, ‘n seisoen waartydens geskenke uit die natuur in oorvloed is.

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Lentefleur • Spring Splash Volvocars XC60 the perfect choice for spring RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com

f you cannot imagine a better way of celebrating spring than with a brand new car you need to head to MGM Motors’ Volvocars where the new XC60 awaits the adventurous driver in you. Polokwane Observer took the new XC60 around the city and immediately realised that if your lifestyle says you need a Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) and your heart says you want a stylish driver-focussed car, the XC60 was especially designed for you. It is the perfect car for demanding drivers, whether driving around town or exploring beyond city limits. And now with whole range of improvements both inside and outside the new dynamic, refined SUV is just better. Volvocars MGM Motors Polokwane Sales Manager, Ms Marinda Botha said a thousand changes were made to the new XC60. “Some are visible and some not. A definite to mention is the new perforated leather used for the seats. Volvocars now uses softer leather for the interior,” she said. The seats offer every comfort expected from Volvocars. Every interaction with the car is more intuitive, expressive and customisable. The interior is flexible, allowing the driver to configure them perfectly for passengers and luggage. Sweden has definitely produced more than its fair share of creative talent with the XC60. The XC60 also offers Sensus. This elegant solution is designed to give the driver information, entertainment and support when needed, allowing effortless and instinctive control and personalising every aspect of the drive.

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Drive-E is an all-encompassing approach to sustainable driving. It is the innovative thinking behind a whole range of technologies that give you more power, more efficiency and greater driving enjoyment while also respecting the environment. IntelliSafe actively supports driving, using innovative technologies to enjoy a smooth and safe drive. The 2,0 litre diesel engine delivers a powerful 120 kW at 3 500 rpm and 400 Nm of torque at revs between 1 500 and 2 750. In combination of the six speed Geartronic transmission it has a combined fuel consumption of 6 litres per 100 kilometre and can reach the 100 km/h mark in 10,3 seconds. The XC60 offers 495 litres of cargo capacity and 1 600 towing capacity which makes it the perfect vehicle to spend spring in as it has ample space to pack the whole family to tour Limpopo. The XC60 is available at an entry level price of R464 000. The V40 is also available and Botha invites clients to visit their showroom at 64 Hans van Rensburg Street, Polokwane.

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The new Volvocars XC60 is the perfect vehicle to treat yourself to this spring.

Lentefleur • Spring Splash Gousblomme.

Lente is ‘n tyd van groei, vernuwing en nuwe lewe. Daarom is dit tyd om hande in die grond te druk en seisoenplante soos sneeuklokkies, kappertjies, gousblomme, stinkafrikaners, gousblomme, armmans-orgideë of splitblomme en pronkertjies te plant. Spring aan die werk en omskep jou tuin in ‘n lushof. Insekte soos bye, vlinders

Kappertjies.

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Celebrate spring in the beautiful Haenertsburg

Stinkafrikaners.

Hou jou lyf tuinier dié lente MARIËTTE SNYDER >> mariette.observer@gmail.com

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en lieweheersbesies sal jou tuin besoek om nektar en stuifmeel te soek. Na die eerste lentereën word jou vasberadenheid om ‘n pragtuin te besit, ryklik beloon as jou plante welig begin groei. Baie soorte voëls vlieg terug as dit warmer word en begin hard werk aan nesmaak vir die broeiproses. Met die ergste koue hopelik verby kan jy eersdaags weer soggens jou koppie koffie op jou buitestoep of in die tuin, waarin jy hard gewerk het, geniet.

MARIËTTE SNYDER >> mariette.observer@gmail.com

very year during spring nature lovers flock to Haenertsburg for the annual spring festival when the whole of Magoebaskloof and surrounds are a kaleidoscope of colours. From 22 to 30 September the valley is a stunning sight of pale pinks,

reds and vibrant spring greens. The farm boasts nine different varieties of flowering cherries and many unusual varieties of azaleas. Crab apples and the early flowering azaleas start at the second half of August reaching their peak about mid September. The later flowering azalea varieties and the cherries start flowering in the second half of September and peak at the end

of September, beginning of October. The gardens contain rare botanical specimens from around the world. Make your way to the festival for wine tastings, a cooking competition and even the 125th celebration of the founding of Haenertsburg. For more information, contact Anne-Marie on 082 883 4449 or Linda on 082 575 5738.

Azaleas.

Ornamental cherry trees in full bloom at Cheerio Gardens in Haenertsburg.

Cherry blossoms.

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Lentefleur • Spring Splash Cheesy Quesadillas is a lovely starter to choose from the Spur menu. Photos: Supplied

Spur’s garden salad can replace fries and onion rings.

Vars op die rak - vrugte, Make your way to Spur this spring groente eie aan lente Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com

oos die dae langer word met die lente in aantog, raak die lys van beskikbare groente en vrugte groter. Teen dié tyd is almal gewillig om hul soppotte vir iets lig en vars te verruil. Groente en vrugte in seisoen bied hope idees vir ligte maaltye. Gebruik seisoenale groente en vrugte soos appels, avokadopere, kiwivrugte, piesangs, suurlemoene, nartjies, artisjokke, aspersies, eiervrugte, mielies, groenbone, radyse, rabarber en rooi uie. Dié groente is ook goedkoper as die res van die jaar omdat dit volop is. Fruit & Veg City in Hans van Rensburgstraat sowel as in Thornhill Shopping Centre se rakke is volgepak met dié heerlike, vars groente en vrugte en hulle nooi die gemeenskap om hulle te besoek. ‘n Paar resepte om etenstye opwindender te maak: Camembert en brie met rooiwynstroop: 500 ml rooiwyn, 320 g suiker en genoeg camembert- en briekaas. Plaas rooiwyn en suiker in ‘n kastrol

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en roer terwyl dit verhit. Draai die hitte af sodra die mengel kook en laat vir 15 minute prut. Laat afkoel tot kamertemperatuur. Plaas camembert en brie op ‘n bord en giet stroop oor. Bedien met vars vrugte van jou keuse. Toffieappels: 14 rooi appels, 14 sosatiestokkies, 500 g suiker, 100 g glukose-poeier, 125 ml water, 30 g botter en 10 ml rooi voedselkleursel. Steek ‘n sosatiestokkie in elke appel. Plaas suiker, glukose en water saam in kastrol en roer oor lae hitte tot suiker gesmelt is. Bring tot kookpunt en laat kook tot die stroop 150˚C bereik (sowat 8 tot 10 minute). Voeg botter en voedselkleursel by en meng met ‘n houtlepel tot ingemeng. Doop elke appel in warm stroop deur die stok as handvatsel te gebruik. Plaas op bakpapier wat met kleefwerende sproei gespuit is. Laat afkoel tot hard. Oondgebakte baba-eiervrug: 18 baba-eiervrugte, 30 ml olyfolie, 2 gekapte knoffelhuisies, sout en swartpeper, vars basiliekruidblare en Bulgaarse jogurt. Voorverhit oond tot 180°C. Plaas eiervrugte heel op ‘n bakplaat. Sprinkel olyfolie oor en bak vir 35 minute

tot sag. Plaas in n bak, bedek met kleefplastiek en laat afkoel. Rangskik eiervrugte op ‘n bord en sprinkel olyfolie en knoffel oor. Geur met sout en peper en strooi basiliekruid oor. Bedien met joghurt.

No more ‘What’s for dinner, Mom’ with Amarillo Spur in Mall of the North where the menu features an assortment of good, nutritional food that gives everyone the opportunity to enjoy a lovely meal without having to count calories. Mr Louis Wolmarans, co-owner of Spur in Mall of the North said the customer has an option to replace fries and deep-fried onion rings with a lovely, fresh garden salad or two vegetables. Their steak, ribs and chicken is also grilled and not fried and they offer delicious wraps that will leave you begging for more. Their garden salad provides 163,2 kilojoules, with a total fat content of 0,24, per serving. The Spur’s chicken Caesar salad is a healthy lunch option.

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Mnr Alex Zive, vloerbestuurder by Fruit and Veg City in die Thornhill Shopping Centre met vars kiwivrugte.

hot vegetables, including creamed spinach and cooked pumpkin, contain 660 kilojoules with a total fat content of 10,7%. This is excellent news for those who struggle to shake excess weight while still being able to enjoy an evening out with family and friends. Spur Mall of the North invites food lovers to visit them for a scrumptious meal and great specials, excellent service and even well trained, friendly childminders that will make sure your kids enjoy the play area while you sit back and relax in comfort. With Spur’s kiddies menu the starch can also be replaced by a fresh salad or vegetables of the day to make sure your little one get’s the nutrition his/her busy body needs.

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Scrumptious meals at Panarottis Mall of the North Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com

here can you find a delectable offering of pizza, pasta, salads, twists and kiddie’s options all on one menu and under one roof? Panarottis in Mall of the North is the answer. Whether just popping in for a quick pizza before the movies or sharing a dinner table with family, they have what it takes to not only make sure you get exactly what you order, but with their healthier options you do not have to worry about the extra kilojoules. Co-owner of Panarottis in Mall of the North, Ms Angelique Wolmarans said they are proud of the fact that their pizzas are prepared using only the finest Italian pizza flour. We offer the best ingredients available on the market,” said Wolmarans. Their healthier options are approved by the Heart and Stroke Foundation and because they Photos: Internet

Feast your eyes on these examples from Panarottis Mall of the North’s menu.

offer customers the option of choosing their own toppings for pizzas, they can focus on healthier alternatives if they so wish. She pointed out that their platters are delightful. Their Avo Del Mezza for example consists of salami, olives, feta, sun-dried tomatoes and sliced avocado served with crispy garlic flat bread. Children can look forward to creating their own pizzas. Visit them for great specials and be sure to only receive the best meals and friendly service.

Kosblikidees vir die skool in die lente Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com Dit raak soms moeilik om week na week met iets nuuts vorendag te kom om in jou kind se kosblik te pak wat nie net sal verseker dat hul optimaal funksioneer nie, maar dat hulle die nodige voedingstowwe inneem om hulle sterk en gesond te hou. Kenners meen dat die basis van ‘n kind se kosblik uit stysel soos brood, beskuitjies of pitabrood wat hope energie verskaf moet bestaan. Dan kom proteïne soos grondboontjiebotter of suiwelprodukte wat die liggaam help herstel, vrugte of groente vir vitamine en minerale en laastens, vloeistof by. Die inhoud van ‘n kosblik moet vir twee maaltye van die dag sorg. Maak seker jou kind eet ‘n gesonde ontbyt wat verkieslik ‘n hoë veselinhoud bevat. As hy teen ontbyt ook ‘n vrug kan eet is dit ‘n bonus. Skil die vrugte en groente vir die kosblik. Dit is makliker om te eet en jy is seker dat dit nie pap en verlep huis toe kom nie. Beplan rondom jou kind se vermoë en ontwikkelingstadium. Kleuters

se kos moet maklik bereikbaar wees. Moenie bakkies wat moeilik oopmaak gebruik nie. Laerskoolleerders hou daarvan om vinnig te eet om meer speeltyd te hê. Pak só in. Hoërskoolleerders hou oor die algemeen van gesonde kos. Gebruik jou verbeelding en pak groente soos wortels, ertjies en klein mielies in. ‘n Toebroodjie met kaas en blaarslaai is ook gesond en met ‘n houertjie joghurt by is jy seker dat jou groeiende bloedjie deur die dag sal kom. Nog ‘n wenk is om ‘n nat lappie in ‘n plastieksakkie saam te gee sodat vuil hande afgevee kan word.

Enter spring at Mina’s Neighbourhood Market Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com Homemade gourmet burgers, a trout and avocado feast, country pizza, Greek and Mexican fare, pestos and much more can be expected when you visit Mina’s Art Café and Farm Venue’s Neighbourhood Market near Haenertsburg from 10:00 till 17:00 on 1 September. Stroll around and enjoy the tantalising

aroma of freshly prepared meals and enjoy a selection of pickles, preserves and jams. Share your food together at long tressil tables or fill your basket and picnic under the trees or along the river. Take along your friends and family and brush away the winter chills. For more information call 083 980 8433 or 083 627 2551 or send an email to zwakala@ tooley.co.za.

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Photos: RC Myburgh Gwen Molepo and Marelize Pretorius are Sales Consultants at Body Life McDonald Street. exercise, sport specific conditioning, personal training, and many cardio alternatives. Body Life also offers extensive functional training options including Kettlebell classes, Crossfit training and our unique HIT classes. There is no excuse not to get in shape for summer. But on that point, we never promote getting in shape for a season. Being in shape should be part of a lifestyle choice, regardless of season. David van Ryneveld, biokineticist and owner of Body Life Health and Fitness Clubs, said the inside and outside training areas available, facilitate functional training, and make Body Life the preferred fitness and training destination. Their uniqueness, he

To join Body Life contact one of the consultants at the Magazyn Street branch. They are Lerato Ledwaba, Antjie Retief, Phillipine Makwela and Sylvester Coetzee.

explained, lies within the professional training and passion of the staff. “We offer clean, neat, extensively equipped modern facilities, but nothing can replace passionate and professional staff,” he said. And that is our priority: To staff our clubs with knowledgeable trainers who care for our members. This produces the results our members achieve, not the fancy stuff. When it comes to programmes for certain types of people the sky is the limit at Body Life. “We host a permanent biokineticist under supervision of Mrs Lizanne Dreyer, and are able to accommodate people with heart conditions, hypertension, diabetes, replacement surgery, and other restrictions, and assist them with the most appropriate exercise plan. “At the other end of the spectrum we also host Crossfit Polokwane and a variety of other sport related conditioning activities presented at a high level of intensity,” he said. So, no matter where you find yourself, we can get you started with the correct plan. Van Ryneveld said that the average client joins the gym in an effort to lose weight. “We educate our clients by informing them that weight loss exercise and nutrition go hand in hand. One cannot be achieved independently of the other. The combination will result in healthy and permanent weight loss. And on that point, weight loss is firstly achieved in the mind. No programme, or facility will override a poor or defeated mind set. Exercise is necessary at any age. With effective programming and professional staff we can design a perfect challenge for each and every client.” He added that children from the age of 14 are welcome to join the gym. We prefer and help children at this age to include a greater variety of functional exercises in their training plan, which stimulates balanced and healthy physical development. Daily exercise is important and according to Van Ryneveld one should exercise on a daily basis. The body is designed to move. “Inactivity signals the body to age faster. Once a person has attained a reasonable level of conditioning it is possible to exercise daily. One rest day per week is recommended and one does not have to spend every day in the gym. I recommend that clients get involved in sports or other activities as alternative means of exercising.” Regarding the best suitable exercise for weight loss Van Ryneveld said: “The debate

The trainers at Body Life Magazyn Street are Elzette Benade, Rebecca Masenya, Conraad Labuschagne, Minette Oosthuizen and Sion Tshabalala with Jaco Benade, Pieter Theron and Joshua Jordaan at the back. as the body adjusts. Effective exercise entails on whether cardio or resistance exercise is best has been ongoing for several years now. that you place your body in a challenging situation forcing it to change. Whether you It is safe to say that a combination of both want to be faster, fitter, stronger, leaner or will result in better results. It has, however, lighter, you have to challenge your own body been proved that the ordinary 20 minutes with the appropriate exercise on a regular treadmill or cycling regimen are ineffective basis. in stimulating change, yet forms the main Body Mass Index (BMI) is a term frecomponent of the uneducated gym goer. quently used at gyms. BMI is a measure There are so many more and better ways of of height relative to weight. “BMI is a very doing cardio training. The gym bycycle is still poor indicator of being over or under weight. good for reading though (lol), and a warm Body composition is a more accurate indicaup! The body adapts quickly to new routine tor of health status. A client with higher fat and for better results it is best to change the percentage will do adjusted exercises initially, tempo, intervals, directions and intensity of because they move their body mass with difexercise frequently,” he said. ficulty. As the client progresses, movements Where do I start if I want to change my can be adjusted accordingly,” he said. lifestyle? “Start with an evaluation. This Effective training is really pretty simple. If is standard at Body Life. Then follow the your training does not challenge you, it will programme provided. The golden rule is to not change you. Fancy diet plans don’t do it. rather start at a slow pace but gradually inSmart training, with appropriate challenges crease the intensity and volume of exercise, and good nutrition.... does. To join Body Life or CrossFit Polokwane, or to obtain more information on a healthy lifestyle contact them on 015 297 5850 or 015 296 0434 or visit their website on www. bodylifeonline.co.za. / www.crossfitpolokwane.co.za.

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Enter spring with a clean slate Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com

f the clutter in your home is just collecting dust and taking up space that can be used for something else, then use this spring for a decent spring-clean that will not only get rid of spider webs in your soul, but will open your mind to be more creative with the room in your home. Here are a few tips that will help when starting your spring cleaning: The birthday card you received from your great grandmother when you turned two, is one of the items you can either throw in a sentiment-box or chuck in the dustbin. Categorise the items you’re sorting through. This includes books, children’s toys, puzzles and game boards, clothing (winter and summer separate), cables, gadgets and shoes. Sort every category into three piles – things you are prepared to get rid of, things you have to keep

and the stuff you are not sure about. If you haven’t used the ‘not sure’ pile in the last year, add it to the pile that you are willing to donate or chuck out. Take a good look at your furniture. Do you really need or use everything? Do you absolutely have to keep that rickety old chair that belonged to your grandmother’s grandmother whom you can’t even remember being related to? Someone somewhere is sitting on a brick because they do not have a chair. Donate the chair along with your sentimental value. That person will love your chair as much as you did as well as the extra coffee tables, placemats, cutlery and crockery. As soon as you are satisfied that your house is now clutter-free, you need a system to keep it that way. This is very easy. If you want to buy or accept something new, you have to give up something in your home to make space for it. If you are not prepared to do that, you cannot buy it.

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Van der Lith added that water is also one of the best tools for weight loss. It often replaces high-calorie drinks like soda and juice and alcohol with a drink that doesn’t have any calories. “By drinking a good amount of water you could lower your risks of a heart attack and being dehydrated drains your energy and makes you feel tired. “This can lead to tiredness and muscle weakness,” van der Lith said. “By being dehydrated you can severely hamper your athletic activities thereby slowing you down and making it harder to lift weights. Exercise requires additional water so be sure to hydrate before, during and after exercise,” Van der Lith cautioned. At Oasis Water they strive to give their customers healthy, hygienic and safe water to use in their homes, offices and on the go at very affordable prices. They also stock a wide range of juices and sparkling water.

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Cllrs Johan Willemse and Mamedupi Teffo, members of the mayoral committee for Sport, Arts and Culture at Polokwane Municipality congratulate members of Eagles Nest Christian School debate team Mapitsi Tladi, Masebe Dire and Tshego Letsoalo.

APPOINTMENTS UNDER THE PUBLIC SERVICE ACT RESEARCHER ASSISTANTS/ REVIEWERS OF WHITE PAPER ON CORRECTIONS X2 (Ref: DCS/08/01) LIMPOPO, MPUMALANGA AND NORTH WEST REGION, Salary: R252 144 per annum (Two (2) months contract) Requirements: A relevant post graduate degree in a relevant field with 3 to 5 years in research. A valid driver’s licence is a requirement. Computer literacy. Competencies and attributes: Strategic capability, project management skills, problem solving and analysis, honesty and integrity, confidentiality, team player, good interpersonal relations, willingness to travel, resilient, ability to work independently and understanding of the Department of Correctional Services and the White Paper on Corrections. Ability to comply with the contractual obligations, intermediate knowledge to conduct research. Responsibilities. Collection of data through interviews, focus groups and observations. Data capturing and analysis, Transcription of qualitative data, Report writing and presentation of findings of the review and logistical arrangements. Closing date: 06 September 2013 @ 15h45 Note: Before you apply: All costs associated with an application will be borne by the applicant. The Department of Correctional Services is an equal opportunity employer. The Department will take into consideration the objectives of Section 195 (1) (i) of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, 1996 (Act 108 of 1996) and the Employment Equity Act, 1998 (Act 55 of 1998) in filling of these vacancies. It is our intention to promote representivity in respect of race, gender and disability through the filling of these positions. In support of this strategy, applicants need to indicate race, gender and disability status on the application form/CV. Applicants who have retired from the Public Service with a specific determination that they cannot be re-appointed or have been declared medically unfit will not be considered. Please take note that correspondence will only be conducted with the shortlisted candidates. If you have not been contacted within three (3) months of the closing date of the advertisement, please accept that your application is unsuccessful. Applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, security vetting, qualification verification, and criminal records verification. Appointment to some of these posts will be provisional, pending the issue of a security clearance. If you cannot get a security clearance, your appointment will be re-considered/ possibly terminated. Finger prints may be taken on the day of interviews. The Department of Correctional Services reserves the right not to fill any of these advertised posts. Applications: For applications to be accepted, applications must be submitted on form Z83 (Public Service Application form), obtainable from any Public Service Department, and must be completed in full. Applications must be accompanied by a CV and certified copies of qualifications and ID NOT older than 3 months. Where an advertisement states that a valid Driver’s Licence is required, then please submit a certified copy of your licence. Please send a separate and complete application for each post you apply for, stating the correct reference for each position you are interested in. Faxed and e-mailed applications will not be accepted • Candidates must comply with the minimum appointment requirements • CV’s should be aligned to reflect one’s degree of compliance with the above-mentioned requirements and responsibilities. Applications must reach DCS before the closing date and time. It is the sole responsibility of an applicant to ensure that their application reaches DCS before the stipulated closing date and time. NB: Indicate the reference number and position you are applying for on your application form (Z83) and post your complete application to the relevant addresses as indicated below: LIMPOPO, MPUMALANGA AND NORTH WEST REGION. Postal Address: Head Recruitment, Private Bag x142, Pretoria, 0001. Contact Person: Ms G Maphosa/ Ms MP Nomvela Tel: 012 306 2032/ 012 306 2034. Physical Address: 198 Masada Building, Cnr Johannes Ramokhoase and Paul Kruger Street, Pretoria 0001.

Eagles Nest debaters are tops HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

agles Nest Christian School were declared the 2013 winners of the Mayor’s Trophy School Debate last Wednesday after they defeated Capricorn High School in the final of the competition held at Jack Botes Hall. The stunning final contest saw the best speakers from both schools tackling the motion “Polokwane will be the real City of Stars if all citizens take responsibility for their urban environment”. The winning team’s Mapitsi Tladi said they are happy to have won the competition. “We worked very hard. The motion worked to our advantage, because there are lots of things that Polokwane Municipality needs to do in order to be the real City of Stars. We did lots of research and we were factual throughout the

competition. Credit must also go to my fellow teammates in ensuring that we deliver a quality presentation during the final,” Mapitsi said. Cllr Mamedupi Teffo, Member of the Mayoral Committee for Sport, Arts and Culture at Polokwane Municipality said they are proud of the learners who took part in the competition and wished them all the best in their future aspirations. “This is one of the most important competitions in the Municipality because it plays a pivotal role in developing the learners and helps us to improve our services to our people. If look at most of the topics or motions they are based on issues that affect the municipality. We congratulate Eagles Nest Christian School for winning the competition and we are proud of them,” Teffo said. For their efforts they walked away with a floating trophy and reading books courtesy of Polokwane City Library.

Waste turns into glamour WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

The cidb is a schedule 3A public entity established in terms of CIDB Act, 38 of 2000, to provide leadership to stakeholders and to stimulate sustainable growth, reform and improvement of the construction sector for effective delivery and the industry’s enhanced role in the country’s economy.

The auditorium at PEPPS Preparatory School and College was a hive of activity during the third hosting of the popular Eco-fashion Show recently. Designers and contestants had the opportunity to design outfits in three different categories using discarded waste materials like newspaper, plastic and cardboard. The three categories were casual, formal and evening wear. The judges were fashion designer, Ms Erica Mengouchi, Mrs Limpopo Anda-Lucia Jordaan and Mr John-Anthony Boerma. Three teams, Red Titanium, Eco-Force and Fubutrash entered the contest.

AMENDED CIDB REGISTERS REGULATIONS CAME INTO EFFECT ON 01 AUGUST 2013. The Minister of Public Works has published reduced cidb requirements for contractors to register on the cidb Register of Contractors. The changes, which come into effect on 01 August, 2013 were published in Government Gazette No: 36629 of 02 July 2013 following a process of consultation and public comment. The amendments are intended to create better alignment of the Register of Contractors with the construction industry as well as the state of development of the emerging sector.

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Ms Fatima Valley put in the highest bid for a pair of designer sunglasses at the PEPPS Eco-fashion show last Thursday. Handing over the prize is Mr Rick Proctor, Director of Sport at PEPPS.

Available on the cidb website: www.cidb.org.za the amendments to Construction Industry Development Regulations of 2004 introduce: Removal of Registered Professionals: Contractors no longer need to have professionals in their employ to qualify for certain Grades. Clients may specify required professionals at point of tender based on the specific project.

One of the judges at the PEPPS Eco-fashion show, Ms Anda-Lucia Jordaan pictured with the winning designer of the casual wear category, Tumi Kwete.

Periodic Review of Tender Value Limits: The Minister must review the tender value limits at least once every three years. Adjustments may be published annually depending on market conditions. Reduced Track Record Requirements for Grades 2 to 9: The largest project completed requirement for Grades 3 to 9 is now reduced from 25% to 22.5% of tender value limit. At Grade 2 it has been reduced to 20%.

PEPPS twins, Rekhutsitse and Rekgonne Kutumela show off their casual wear made from waste material.

Reduced Annual Turnover: Annual turnover is set at 50% of tender value limit for Grades 3 and above. There are no turnover requirements at the Grade 1 and 2 entry levels. This will enable contractors to maintain their Grades and also make it easier to upgrade. Improvement of the Joint Venture Grade Calculation: The Joint Venture grade calculator has been improved in terms of the introduction of a minimum grade required to be held by the lead partner. Removal of Method B: The amended regulations remove the option for enterprises with large financial capacity to obtain high grades without a track record. About the cidb: The Construction Industry Development Board (cidb) is a Schedule 3A public entity. It is established through Act 38 of 2000. For more information visit: www.cidb.org.za or call cidb helpline: 0860 103 353 7791

The Red Titanium team were the winners of the evening wear category. From left to right are Relekile Kutumela, Tirshnique Southon, Rimbilani Shingange, Rekgonne Kutumela, Ms Erica Mengouchi (Judge) and Rekhukitse Kutumela.

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Cream of the crop awarded at PMR.africa Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com

olokwane Observer was once again among the best performers during the annual PMR.africa Provincial Survey which culminated in the tenth awards ceremony held at Bolivia Lodge on Monday where the winners in the various categories were announced. Polokwane Executive Mayor, Cllr Freddy Greaver was the keynote speaker and the guests included MECs, councillors and senior government officials and representatives from businesses. The awards rewarded Limpopo’s business leaders and achievers nominated across a pre-defined range of business sectors. Diamond, Gold, Silver and Bronze Arrows were awarded to businesses, departments and individuals in recognition of excellence and hard work over the past year and their commitment to good business ethics. The awards are the conclusion of a research process whereby companies and institutions are rated based on respondents’ perceptions with a strong focus

>> Polokwane Observer scoops Diamond Arrow award >> Awards are indicators of a company, department or institution’s competencies

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TOP achievers >> Page 33

>> Prism Architects >> Davel de Klerk Kgatla >> Page 34

on evaluating and measuring customer service and customer satisfaction. Mr Johan Hattingh, Chief Executive Officer of PMR.africa explained that the purpose of these awards is to create a global and unique marketing tool for companies, departments and institutions, enhance excellence in industries, set a bench mark for industries and to acknowledge dedicated staff. He added that the awards are indicators of a company, department or institution’s competencies and that that companies who receive these awards must thank their personnel and staff for creating the perception. Forty-eight diamond, 36 gold, 15 silver and eight bronze arrow awards were handed to recipients in various categories.

>> Polokwane Municipality >> Page 35

>> Builders Warehouse >> Chubb Security >> Page 36

>> Bolivia Lodge >> Greys Personnel Polokwane >> Boss Recruitment >> Aïda Polokwane >> Page 37

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Cllr Freddy Greaver, Executive Mayor of Polokwane hands a bouquet to Ms Mpho Rammabi from Bolivia Lodge. She won the flowers in a lucky draw held during the annual PMR.africa Awards Ceremony at the lodge on Monday.

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Polokwane Executive Mayor, Cllr Freddy Greaver was named the province’s most pro-active mayor and awarded a Diamond Arrow (1st overall).

Polokwane Municipality during the recent 2013 PMR. africa provincial awards walked away with the highest accolades in no fewer than nine categories: In the section Local Government Initiatives Polokwane Municipality won: >> A Diamond Arrow (1st overall) in the category for Proactive mayors: Executive Mayor Freddy Greaver >> A Diamond Arrow (1st overall) in the category for Municipalities doing the most to attract local investment >> A Diamond Arrow (1st overall) in the category for Municipalities doing the most to attract foreign investment >> A Diamond Arrow (1st overall) in the category for Municipalities doing most to clean the environment >> A Golden Arrow (1st overall) in the category Municipalities doing the most for social upliftment >> A Golden Arrow (1st overall) in the category for Municipalities doing the most for job creation >> A Golden Arrow (1st overall) in the category for Municipalities doing most to fight crime >> A Silver Arrow in the category for Municipalities doing the most to attract tourism >> A Silver Arrow in the category Exciting/Interesting heritage or historical sites/buildings for Polokwane Museum

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Representing Polokwane Municipality at the 2013 provincial PMR.africa Awards are Mr Peter Lawrence (Manager Speaker’s Office), Cllrs Mariri Ralefatane, Sinah Tjale, Freddy Greaver (Executive Mayor), Lois Hardy, Charles Molepo and Mr Simon Mokoatedi (Communications Manager).

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Polokwane Observer received a Diamond Arrow in the category for local newspapers. Managing Director Willie Esterhuysen is flanked by Melany Martin (left, Sales Executive) and Jacolien Stoltz (HOD: Advertising).

The winners in the different categories are: Provincial government initiatives: >> Department of Agriculture (Diamond) and the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (Diamond) Executive lifestyle >> Meropa Casino & Entertainment World (Diamond) Executive guest houses >> Victoria Place Guest House (Diamond) Golf courses >> Polokwane Golf Club (Gold) Holiday resorts >> ATKV Eiland Spa (Diamond) Private game farms/reserves >> Entabeni Safari Conservancy (Gold) Spas >> House of Asante Spa (Diamond) Accounting/auditing firms >> KPMG (Diamond) Architects >> Prism Architects (Diamond) Agriculture (dairy farming) >> Limpopo Dairies (Diamond) Banks (combined award) >> Absa Bank (Diamond) Building material suppliers >> Builders Warehouse (Diamond) Business consulting >> Rens Business Consulting (Diamond) Car rental companies >> Europcar Polokwane (Silver) Cleaning companies >> Bidvest Managed Solutions (Gold) Commercial vehicle dealerships >> Limpopo Hino Motors (Diamond) Conference/convention centres >> Bolivia Lodge (Gold) Construction companies >> Hillary Construction (Diamond) Road maintenance companies >> Hillary Construction (Diamond) Courier companies DHL Express Limpopo (Diamond) Development agencies >> Limpopo Economic Development Agency (5 x Gold) Food manufacturers/processors >> Progress Milling (Diamond) Institutions for Higher Education/tertiary institutions >> University of Limpopo (Diamond) IT consulting companies >> Burika (Gold) Legal firms >> Davel de Klerk Kgatla Attorneys (Diamond) Liquor retailers >> Tops@Spar (Gold) Retail stores (food) >> Spar (Diamond) Local newspapers >> Polokwane Observer (Diamond) Local radio stations >> Capricorn FM (Gold) Local transport companies >> Limpopo Coaches (Diamond) Meat processing companies >> Vleislapa (Diamond) Office automation companies >> Nashua Limpopo (Diamond) Personnel recruitment agencies >> Greys Personnel Polokwane (Diamond) Pest control companies >> Pest Control Specialists (Gold) Pharmaceutical companies

>> Dis-Chem Polokwane North (Gold) Private schools >> Stanford Lake College (Diamond) Real estate agencies >> Aïda Polokwane (Diamond) Security companies >> Chubb Security (Gold) Companies/institutions doing most to fight crime >> Urban Africa Security (Gold) Stationery suppliers >> Waltons (Diamond) Hygiene equipment and products >> NTK Limpopo Agric (Diamond) Tractor and farming implement dealership >> NTK Limpopo Agric (Diamond) Telecommunications companies >> MTN Service Provider (Diamond) Telecommunications solutions providers >> Nashua Mobile Limpopo (Diamond) Transport companies (passenger) >> Greyhound (Diamond) Transport companies (removal) >> RSA Removals (Diamond) Travel agents >> Sure Kudu Travels (Diamond) Tyre retail suppliers >> Môrester Bande (Diamond) Waste management companies >> Ingwe Waste Management (Gold) Airport >> Gateway Airport Authority Limited (Diamond) Water providing company >> Lepelle Northern Water (Diamond) Effective South African Police Service stations >> Polokwane Police Station (Gold) Exciting interesting heritage/historical sites/buildings >> Mapungubwe National Park and World Heritage Site (Diamond) Shopping centres >> Mall of the North (Diamond) Outstanding service and contribution to economic growth and development of Limpopo by business persons >> Hein Albert, CEO of Progress Milling (Diamond) Municipalities doing most for social upliftment >> Polokwane Municipality (Gold) Exciting/interesting heritage/historical sites/buildings >> Polokwane Museum (Silver) Municipalities doing most to attract foreign investment >> Polokwane Municipality (Diamond) Municipalities doing most to attract local investment >> Polokwane Municipality (Diamond) Municipalities doing most to attract tourism >> Polokwane Municipality (Silver) Municipalities doing most for job creation >> Polokwane Municipality (Gold) Municipalities doing most to fight crime >> Polokwane Municipality (Gold) Municipalities doing most to clean the environment >> Polokwane Municipality (Diamond) Pro-active mayors >> Cllr Freddy Greaver, Executive Mayor of Polokwane (Diamond)

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Golden Arrow Award for Bolivia Lodge in the category conference/ convention centres.

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Ingwe Waste Management won a Golden arrow (1st overall) in the category for Waste Management Companies.

Our goal is to provide to the community the best professional waste management services supported with community involvement in all the aspects of service delivery in the contract.

MORe aBOuT uS Ingwe Waste Management (Pty) Ltd evolved out of the need for Historically disadvantaged individuals (HDIs) to participate in the professional Waste Management sector. We are motivated and driven by initiatives to empower HDIs in our business through employee’s active involvement in waste management and development of individuals which could form part of the future initiatives and shareholding. Prove of our initiative reflect in a private Black empowerment company Vutomi (Pty) Ltd which obtained a 100% share in Ingwe Waste Management (Pty) Ltd working nationally. Ingwe Waste Management (Pty) Ltd, is managed and controlled independently and offers peace of mind to all our clients through professional staff, support systems and technology in the waste management sector, which sustain the fine balance between environmental impacts, human interaction and waste management technology. Ingwe Waste Management (Pty) Ltd specialises in all sectors of waste management from residential waste collection and transportation, sanitary landfill management, medical waste services, recycling, cleaning of illegally dumped refuse, litter picking, and cleanup campaigns through community involvement projects and environmental management services. We guarantee smooth implementation of projects in respect of technical sustainability, management control systems, community projects, social responsibility and care for the environment. The above is accomplished by linking our technical know-how and skills with local professional institutions like the Institute of Waste Management and the South african Waste Management employers association. Ingwe Waste Management (Pty) Ltd supports the use of first world standards in waste management, waste collection and transportation equipment and the recruitment of local personnel for all local contracts as part of our upliftment policy.

OuR FIeLD OF eXPeRIeNCe Ingwe Waste Management (Pty) Ltd specialises in the broad spectrum of Waste Management inclusive of the following: • Filed of Expertise • Waste collection services • Domestic • Commercial • Light Industrial • Industrial • Skip services • Landfill management • Landfill rehabilitation • Landfill permitting • Transfer facility Operations • Medical waste collection and incineration • Recycling • On Site Waste Management Systems • Skill Development and training • Hazardous waste – limited Special events and clean-ups

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ASANTE SANA!! We would like to thank all our loyal clients and friends for putting us on top! You can still trust your House of Asante Spa experience to put a smile on your face every time, and all the time. Asante Sana!!

House of Asante Spa won a Diamond Arrow 1st overall and top rated Spa in Limpopo.

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2013 PMR.africa winners Gold and Silver Awards

Urban Africa Security won a Golden Arrow in the category for companies doing most to fight crime and a Silver Arrow in the category for Security companies.

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The Department of Agriculture received two Diamond Arrows in the categories provincial government departments that have been most effective in achieving their goals over the past year as well as the department that has done the most for prosperity and growth.

ATKV Eiland Spa received a Diamond Arrow in the holiday resort category.

Progress Milling received a Diamond Arrow in the food manufacturers/processors category.

Limpopo Coaches received a Diamond Arrow award in the category for local transport companies.

Nashua Mobile Limpopo received a Diamond Arrow in the telecommunications solutions providers category.

The Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs received two Diamond Arrows for doing the most to accelerate service delivery as well as eradicate poverty.

Meropa Casino & Entertainment World received a Diamond Arrow in the executive lifestyle category.

Hillary Construction received Diamond Arrows in the categories for construction companies as well as road maintenance companies.

Absa Bank received a Diamond Arrow in the investment services and Gold Arrow for companies/institutions doing most to accommodate and enhance the interest of disabled people.

The University of Limpopo received a Diamond Arrow in the category for institutions for higher education/tertiary institutions.

Capricorn FM received two Gold Arrows in the category for local radio stations, general and entertainment as well as news and current affairs.

Limpopo Economic Development Agency received a Gold Arrow in the category for companies/institutions doing most for black economic empowerment, for doing the most to enhance and promote the National Development Plan and in the development agency category.

Nashua Limpopo received a Diamond Arrow in the category for office automation companies.

Great North Transport received an Gold Arrow in the category for local transport companies category.

Stanford Lake College received a Diamond Arrow in the category for private schools.

Re/Max Northland Realty was awarded a Silver Arrow in the category for real estate agencies.

Dis-Chem Polokwane North received a Gold Arrow in the category for pharmaceutical companies (retail) category.

Greyhound received a Diamond Arrow in the category for transport companies (passenger) operating to and from the province.

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Hino Limpopo won a Diamond Arrow (1st Overall) in the category Commercial Vehicle Dealerships. e Power Pointforformat, please ensure that you input you details. Messrs Hein van Rensburg (Dealer Principal Hino Limpopo) and Gordon Ferns (Dealer Principal Limpopo Toyota) with their award.

The winning team are Sales Consultants, Messrs Arie Steyn, Faan van der Westhuizen, Peter Mafagane and Dealer Principal, Mr Hein van Rensburg. Hino Limpopo welcomes Hannes Swanepoel to the team. Hino Limpopo, 205 Tagore Street, Polokwane. Tel: 015 292 9589 www.limpopotoyota.co.za Visit www.hino.co.za or your nearest dealer. LIMPOPO

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Dealership: Volkswagen Polokwane What is the best feature of the brand you sell? >> Volkswagen offers more performance for the price and value How would you describe the current industry? >> Very competitive, but rewarding What is your all time favourite vehicle and why? >> The Golf GTI because it’s the car to have

Ford Ranger – built for the real world RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

hen it comes to taking on the rough and tough Limpopo has to offer the Ford Ranger is what you need. This vehicle is a completely different animal and capable of conquering any challenge it faces. The Ranger was brought to life by Ford’s

best engineers from around the globe. A bakkie built with no compromise, it was tested in the toughest climates and terrains across five continents to ensure its superior durability. The exterior is of the Ranger took a staggering 30 000 computer-aided assessments during the design phase which resulted in a rock-solid body and offering a robust vehicle foundation and precise upper-body design.

Attention all

Businessmen, Farmers and Financial Institutions Business Dinner with Dawie Roodt – well known Economist and author of “Tax, Lies and Red Tape” hosted by Imperial Commercials Polokwane. To be held at Meropa Casino & Conference Centre on Wednesday, 23 October 2013 at 15:00. Table bookings are limited. Please RSVP your table booking (seating 6 inclusive of dinner and function @ R 2000.00 excl vat) before Thursday, 10 October 2013 to avoid disappointment – Come experience a different outlook on our Economy! A donation from the proceeds of the event will be handed over to Limpopo Tourism Agency on the evening to be utilised in the FIGHT AGAINST RHINO POACHING INITIATIVE. Please contact Ruben Render on 015 297 7046 or rrender@icza.co.za

Ford has gone to great lengths to ensure that the Ranger is not only a capable and good looking vehicle, but also exceptionally safe. With safety features such as ESP with seven different control systems including traction control, Trailer Sway Assist, Hill Launch Assist and Rollover Mitigation, the vehicle adapts brake and engine interventions to provide maximum control and the highest level of stability on and off the road. With front, side, knee and curtain airbags as well as ABS and EBA safety was just as important as capability. Under the hood lurks a variety of engine models which are justified as the most capable powertrains in its class. At the heart of so much innovation within the new Ranger it’s the new generation of TDCi Duratorq engines that represents the biggest breakthrough. It is designed to offer reliability and durability

with higher power and lower fuel consumption. With increased power and torque the Ranger has unmatched performance with a towing capacity of 3 350 kg on some derivates and a payload well over 1 000 kg. The 3,2 TDCi engine delivers 174 kW and 470 Nm of torque with 90% of peak torque available from 1 700 to 3 500 rpm. The turbocharger enables lower-end torque capability for improved launch of driveability whilst maintaining lower fuel consumption. The Ranger also offers a 2,2TDCi and 2,5-litre petrol engine. All engine models are equipped with a six speed manual or six speed sequential automatic transmission. To view the new Ford Ranger in variants of single, double, or super cab for a a glance at the Wildtrak visit Galactic Auto where the sales team is eager to assist. The new Ford Ranger bakkie is a wild animal waiting to be let loose in the Bushveld.

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MGM Motors Demos on Sale Jaguar XF S 3.0D Premium luxury

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Young people prefer to rent-to-buy The majority of people buying residential property these days not only do so to have a pleasant, convenient place to live but also to build wealth and get ahead in life. Mr Jan Davel, Managing Director of the RealNet Estate Agency Group in a recent press release said the most likely way to build real estate wealth is by ‘holding’ property for long periods of time, preferably 10 years or more, a reality that simply does not coincide with the lifestyles of many young people. “Gone are the days of the mid-20s when marriage was followed quickly by two or more children and a second or even third property purchased by the time people were in their late 30s. Young people now tend to move around much more in their 20s than their parents did, often to better their careers before they settle down, and many also carry heavy student debts. Others just don’t want the responsibility and expense of homeownership, including upkeep and additional payments such as levies, rates and taxes or insurance.” Davel is quoted to have said that the latest statistics from the mortgage originators show that the average age of first-time buyers is now between 35 and 36, and First National Bank recently noted in its Property Barometer that the ‘oldies’ who are selling and downscaling to smaller properties are key drivers of market activity at the moment. This is good news for the buy-to-let property investor. Davel said young people are staying in the rental property pool for eight to ten years longer than they used to, and with the backlog in home building over the past few years, and demand continuing to rise as more people enter that pool, there is already a shortage of rental units in many areas. “This of course means that both rentals and the capital value of rental properties are rising and that is no doubt why they have seen buy-to-let purchasing start to rise again, from 3,5% of all property sales in 2012, to around 8% this year.” However, it is becoming increasingly important for such investors to ensure that their assets are managed by agents who are properly qualified to do so. “Landlords who decide to self-manage and save a rental agent’s monthly management fee often end up losing a great deal more than that because they were not able to vet a new tenant properly and get the correct credit information, or because they did not ask for a big enough deposit, or because they receive no rental income for several months while going through the legal process of evicting a defaulting tenant.” But the biggest hurdle for landlords managing their own properties is usually compliance with the increasing amount of complicated legislation regulating the relationship between landlords and tenants. Davel said a good managing agent will help them to understand all of that and ensure that they stay on the right side of the law.

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Mr Schalk Engelbrecht prepares a juicy rump steak at the newly opened Moths Club Pub & Grill.

Enjoy a juicy steak at the Moths Club Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The Memorable Order of the Old Tin Hats (Moths) Club is offering traditional South African pub lunches on Wednesday and Friday afternoons from 12:00 to 16:00. Tasty rump steaks and T-bones are on offer for only R60 with pap and gravy, and salads included in the price. Mr Schalk Engelbrecht is in charge of the grill and after Polokwane Observer sampled the steaks on Friday the menu was given the thumbs up. An outside eating area will be opened as soon as summer sets in. The Moths Club is also fully licensed. Proceeds from the profits of the pub lunches will be donated to the Moths Peacehaven to care for the aged residents living there. The entrance to the Moths Club is in Voortrekker Street just before the corner of Thabo Mbeki Street.

Messrs Blackie Swart and Neels Lotter pictured with their delicious steaks and extras at the opening of the Moths Pub & Grill on Friday.

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STER PARK - R1 940 Mil: Move-in-ready. A 4 bedr, 2 bathr home with a built-in braai and bar in the lounge. New lovely kitchen, pool, lapa, outer rooms and CCTV monitoring. Easy access. BENDOR - R490 00: Ready to build your own fairy tale home? 908m² Stand. BENDOR: R450 000: Build your own house on this 772m² erf. Well located. CElTiC lODgE: Stands Available. CAPRiCORN: R1 450 000: Income potential for the investor. 1 428m² stand with 2x 2 bedroom houses, a 1 bedroom cottage and a bachelor flat. NEW FlORA PARK: R1 188 000: REDUCED: Face brick 3 Bedr, 2 bathr home. Includes space for a home office, children’s playroom, pool and 3 garages. Tiled roof. MôREglOED: R1 285 000: House on a busy street. Three spacious bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, family, dining, big yard, 2 garages and domestic room. This property awaits the avid renovator. FAUNA PARK: R1 285 000: Looking for a house on a busy street with business potential? 3 Bedr, 2 bathr, family, dining, lounge, 1 bedr flat, 5 carports. Prepaid electricity, solar geyser.

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1x 2 slaapkamer woonstel te huur. Op ‘n plot 5km vanaf SA Breweries en Sasol Garage, op die Louis Trichardt pad langs die N1. Beskikbaar vanaf 1 Oktober 2013. R5 000 per maand. Deposito R1 000. Nuwe matte pas geïnstalleer, water, elektrisiteit en tuindienste ingesluit. In sekuriteitsarea. Die woonstel is eenkant en privaat met omheining en drie motorafdakke. Ook beskikbaar: 3x enkelwoonstelle onmiddellik beskikbaar of vanaf 1 oktober 2013. Huur R2 700 per maand, Deposito R100. Ruim oopplan met badkamer en afdak. In ‘n sekuriteitsarea. Kontak Elize Delport by 071 548 5089 epos: elizedelport@gmail.com Faks 086 724 0716

Mirna Lourens Eiendomme / Properties Hettie 082 452 1603 1. Flora Park R1 200 000 Very neat. Just move in and stay! 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Study, Playroom / Office, Braai, Pool. 2 Garages – big enough for 3 cars Fully Walled 2. Bodorp R 1 200 000 2 Houses on 1 Stand! Don’t miss out on this opportunity! 3. Bodorp R850 000 2 Bedroom House 1 Bathroom, Lounge, Dining Room, Kitchen – Big stand with Borehole 4. Ster Park R1 900 000 4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms, Lounge, Dining room, Open-plan kitchen, Lapa, Pool. 2 x Garages, 3 Carports, Electric Fencing, 4 x Security Cameras 5. Acasia Estate: 2 x Stands FOR SALE!

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BENDOR • R1 585 000 PRICED TO SELL! Family home in popular security village with open-plan living area. Modern kitchen with granite tops. Patio with braai. Opportunity not to be missed. Call now!

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EXCELLENT VALUE FOR YOUR MONEY! A 8.5ha plot rich with trees and natural grazing. A second 2 bedroom house for family and friends who want to visit you. Well fenced. Equipped borehole and 2 JoJo tanks. Small cement dam to cool off in the summer. Call your professional agent.

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TAKE THE LANDLORD OF YOUR PAYROLL Ideal for first time buyers. Close to cbd and easy axcess to mainroads. Situated in quiet street. Neat property totally walled with electric fencing.

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LEBOWAKGOMO • R400 000

ECONOMY AND VALUE. Stable newly weds. All social amenities at hand. Well built and walled right round. Just see this one and make an offer.

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4 Bedrooms @ R10 000pm 4 Bedrooms @ R8500pm 3 Bedrooms @ R3500pm 4 Bedrooms @ R10 000pm 3 Bedrooms @ R3000 pm 3 Bedrooms @ R10 000 pm 4 Bedrooms @ R9980 pm 3 Bedrooms @ R5570pm

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BEST BUY IN THE AREA Best and suitable for first buyer. Close to school - medical centre and shopping centre. Security includes burglar bars and alarm system. Run, don’t walk!!! Call now.

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THIS FAMILY PARADISE!

It is perfect for parents needing space for their children. A solid versatile home. This house must be at top of your viewing list this week. Granny flat is part of the house, big stand - lapa, borehole. 3 Solar geysers 5000 liters water tank own water purifier. Own standby generator - air conditioning. Call now!

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RETHABILE GARDENS • R676 000

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Affordable family Home A good family home with 2 Entrances. Near savannah shopping cenre and easy xcess to main routes. 3 living areas - Many possibilities to renovate in your dream home. Stand 1 032m². Please call to view.

Brand new home in a brand new development. Spacious family home. This valueable property is situated close to the main road to town. Beautiful kitchen fully tiled and spacious. Phone now to view a star.

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TOWNHOUSES TO LET

• Acacia Estate • Manru Park • African Spirit

WELGELEGEN • R1 940 000

AFRICAN JEWEL • R550 000

SESHEGO • R568 000

BEAUTIFUL FAMILY HOME! A family home that consists of 3 bedrooms, bathroom, open plan kitchen, dining and lounge.

HOUSES TO LET Dalmada Bodorp Rethabile Flora park Lesedi Park Thornhill Ladanna Penina Park

BENDOR • R1 500 000 QUIET AND CONVENIENT: LOCATED IN AN UPMARKET SECURITY VILLAGE! New release! Well priced! Double storey family home for the young executive. This home offers open plan living areas and a well designed kitchen with granite tops. Main bedroom with balcony. Wooden windows, double garage with remote control wooden doors. Braai area and neat garden. An excellent opportunity to acquire! Call now!

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BENDOR • R1 560 000 LOVELY FAMILY HOME! Situated in an upmarket and secure area. Stunning spacious living area separate dining and lounge with braai area. Well kept property. Call now! Carports

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3 Bedrooms @ R9 500pm 2 bedrooms @R5 000pm 2 Bedrooms @ R3850pm

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THE BEST DREAM HAPPENS WITH YOUR EYES WIDE OPEN! This 45 ha small farm has a view to see all your dreams come true. Three properties with rental income of R13 000. 4 x Electric fence, lots of water. So close to town you can go for shopping and be back at home before your favourite TV programme starts.

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Augustus 29, 2013

By donating blood for one year you can save 12 lives of the South African National Blood Services (SANBS) in Limpopo said due to 231 donors giving blood in commemoration of International Nelson Mandela Day the service’s present “We thank the community who went out of stock can meet the demand. their way to make sure that the bloodstock “We however urge blood donors to make levels improve significantly this winter. We are regular blood donations throughout the year proud to say that the levels are stable.” as one can donate every 56 days. With August Ms Dottie Pinn, Public Relations Practitioner being Women’s Month, we are requesting the public to continue donating blood in honour of all mothers and children, Rita Rita especially those that Prinsipaal Prinsipaal are dependent on EIENDOMME•PROPERTIES blood transfusions for 295-4537, Fax: 015 291-1166 TEL: TEL: 015 015 295-4537 FAKS: 015 291 1166 their survival,” Pinn 7A HANS VAN RENSBURG STREET / STRAAT 7A 7A HANS VAN RENSBURG STREET / STRAAT 7A said. www.ritastipec.co.za She added that SECURITY COMPLEX - FULL TITLE 2 garages, big entertainment area. WOONSTELLE / FLATS HUISE/HOUSES - R910 000 PENINA PARK - SHINGWEDZI PLAINS research shows Tel:EXCELLENT 015 295 4537- /R645 082 900 TEL: 015 room, 295 4537/082 9002 bathrooms, 2449 Lounge/dining 4 bedrooms, 0002449 that around 36% kitchen, tandem garage, Wendy house. 2 Bedrooms,TOWN/DORP 2 bathrooms, kitchen/nook, TOWN SILVERKRUIN BARGAIN - R1 180 000 - R5000 -scullery, 1 carport, verandah. 3 Slaapkamers, badkamer, sitkaof blood that the R2 675 - Bachelor flatAREA with kitchen and PRIME FLORA PARK - BARGAIN - R1 075 000 mer, eetkamer, kombuis, spens, waskaSANBS collects is bathroom. Carport.2 bathrooms, Entrance, lounge, 3 bedrooms, - NEAT, EXCELLENT afdak,lounge, buitetoilet. 1 Sept. large dining room, scullery/laundry, Entrance, dining Beskikbaar room, 4 bedrooms, R3 390kitchen, - 1 Bedroom, bathroom, lounge, mer, used for women who 3 garages. Flat: 2 Rooms, kitchen, bathroom. 2 full bathrooms, kitchen, scullery, pantry, R10 160 - 4 Slaapkamers, 2 badkamers, kitchen and carport. Electricity -included. lose blood during TOWNHOUSE - EXCELLENT R800 000 2 garages, fenced. Borehole, patio, sitkamer,storeroom, eetkamer, kroeg, TV kamer, - BENDOR swimming pool. R4 000 - Oak Ridge. 2 Bedrooms, bathchildbirth and gynaekombuis, 2 motorhuise 2 pakkamers. 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open-plan lounge, FLORA PARK - HANDYen MAN’S DREAM room, lounge, kitchen and garage. 9 September. cological cases as dining room, kitchen, carport plus Wendy house - R1 Beskikbaar 020 000 - PRICE REDUCED HOSPITAL in securityPARK area. Tandem garage for 4 PARK vehicles, 6 underFLORA well as for paediatric TOWNHOUSE - BENDOR 000 carports, storeroom. House: Entrance, Bachelor and 1 Bedroom from- R670 R2 400 to roof R10 160 - 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, cases like surgery 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, garage. lounge, dining room, TV room, 3 bedrooms, R2 750INavailable dining room,scullery, kitchen, laundry TOWN -immediately. FLATS 2lounge, bathrooms, kitchen, fenced, full on foetuses, infants, garage. Plus bedroom flat, lounge, R740MEENTHUISE/TOWNHOUSE 000: 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, garage. and burglar bars, lapa2with braai, borehole, children, adolescents R800 000: Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, garage 4 ceiling fans, remote kitchen, bathroom and gate. garage. TEL: 0153 295 4537/082 900 2449 and many more. PENINA PARK - R1 290 000 - A MUST Immediately available. and young adults. LADANNAIN TOWN TOWNHOUSES TO BE SEEN from to FROM R465 000 One unit of blood 3 Bedrooms, 2FAUNAPARK bathrooms, double garage, 2 BEDROOMS R3bachelor, 800 to R3 890 3 bedrooms - R890 000. R5lounge, 000 - Pragtige slaapkamer huis met TV room,2dining room, kitchen, can save up to three SAFE COMPLEX. PHONE NOW!! PENINA PARK - TOWNHOUSES borehole, separate T/serv/T. 2 badkamers, sit/eetkamer, kombuis, opR4 850 - 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, - EXCELLENT CAPRICORN - CHECK FOR SIZE lives. If a single was en motorhuis. Dadelik beskikbaar. R645 000 -kitchen, R715 000 - R1 605 000 lounge, dining room, scullery, TV person donates blood BENDOR - R750 000 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Entrance, lounge, dining room, TV room, room and garage. Prepaid electricity! BACHELOR TOWNHOUSE - SECURE 3 R4 bedrooms, bathrooms, guest-room with four times a year, this 730 - 32Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, AREA - R430 000 bathroom, laundry, 8 carports, TOWN lounge/dining room,2 garages, kitchen and garage. can save up to 12 1 Bedroom, 1 bathroom, kitchen/living area, storeroom, boreholes, security, etc. R3 800 - 2 Bedrooms, bathroom, lounge, Available 1 Sept. carport. FAUNA PARK - A MUST TO BE SEEN lives. and carport. R16 - Bendor 4 -Bedrooms, 3½ INkitchen, TOWN -garage GROBLER ST - NEAR FOR935 THE RIGHT Ridge. BUYER R1 930 000 To become a SCHOOLS - PRICE REDUCED Lounge, dining room,dining TV room, 4 bedrooms, bathrooms, lounge, room, TV room, Prepaid electricity. Available 1 Sept. - R1 910 000 - STAND 2 084 m² guest toilet, scullery, kitchen, scullery/laundry, 2 garages, donor one must be kitchen, 3 garages. Water and R4 150 2 Bedrooms, bathroom, lounge, Entrance, lounge, dining room, study, carport, storeroom, swimming pool, lapa (46m²), between 16 and 65 electricityprepaid, at municipality. kitchen and garage. Waterkitchen, and electricity 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, scullery, borehole/irrigation, remote gate, gas OFFICES 3 garages, servantsextra. quarters, alarm, borehole, stove, electric fence, bachelor flat. years old, weigh irrigation. LOTS OF HOUSES, STANDS, more than 50 kg, be R4 410IRIS - 2 Bedrooms, lounge, TOWNHOUSES, TOWN AMADEUS bathroom, - GOOD BUY LISTED, ALL AREAS, ±40m², ±95m², ±112m², ±127m² and - R1 050 000 - and PRICE REDUCED JUST CALL!! kitchen, garage outside toilet. in good health and excl. VAT. Covered parkings at Lounge, dining room, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, ±128m², STIELER AT 083 399 6669 BENDOR live a sexually safe extra cost plus % ratio rates separate. R6 000 - 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lifestyle. Water + electricity payable at municipality. lounge/dining room, kitchen and garage. MEDICAL SUITES AVAILABLE, Contact SANBS Available immediately. VARIOUS SIZES. PHONE TODAY! Limpopo on 015 297 for more inforVISIT OUR WEBSITE FOR PHOTOS OF THE PROPERTIES AVAILABLE. 3636 mation. Mariëtte Snyder >> mariette.observer@gmail.com

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FAMILY HOME RIGHT FOR YOU! 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Family home in a quiet suburb of Polokwane. Lounge, dining room, laundry, scullery, alarm and more. WEB: 301 483 379

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R680 000

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CBD, PRICED TO GO!!! 3 Bedrooms 2½ Bathrooms 1 Garage Fantastic townhouse with lounge, dining room, two studies and lapa. WEB: 301 488 269

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R725 000

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NEAT AS A PIN 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom 1 Garage Lovely home with kitchen, family room, alarm system, automatic garage and double carport. Phone to view this little gem! WEB: 301 454 969

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R808 000

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1) OLD FLORA PARK: R1,300 000.00 Open house 9 Kremetart Street, Flora Park. Phone to view any time Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Double garage Living areas: 3 Scullery, kitchen, study, borehole, irrigation, electric fencing, pool, New lapa, Wellbuilt and neat. Quiet area. 2) BENDOR TOWNHOUSE: R700,000 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Open-plan living area. Wendy house. Secure area. Close to shopping complex. 3) PENINA PARK: R900 000.00 Affordable 3 bedroom house in quiet area. 4) PLOT ON PRETORIA-ROAD: R2 320 000.00 4.2ha. Spacious 4 bedroom house with lovely entertainment area, plus workshop of 580m² plus flat.

HUISE 1) 2 213m² SENTRAAL DORP: Res 3 sonering 14 eenhede - R3,500 000.00 (Ohb) 2) SENTRAAL DORP: Val in Mediese Node. (Reeds gesoneer) Res 3 11 eenhede (1665m²) 3) CAPRICORN AREA: Maak ‘n offer! 5 Slaapkamers, 2 badkamers, 3 motorhuise, groot erf, boorgat, waskamer en groot stoep. 4) SILVERKRUIN: 4 Slaapkamers, 2 badkamers, sit-, eetkamer, kombuis, opwas, studeerkamer, 2 x motorhuise, 2 x afdakke, lapa en boorgat. PLOTTE 1) ROODEPOORT: 26 ha. Waterryk. R1 750 000.00 2) Erf by ARABIE DAM, met huis PLASE 1) POLOKWANE: ± 400ha - 12 km van stad R4,500 000.00 Beesplaas, baie water, geen grondeise. 2) LEGKRAAL: ± 380 ha Beesplaas. - R3 250 000 Baie potensiaal met netjiese huis. 3) STERKRIVIER: ± 850 ha Wildsplaas Groot huis, berg, rivier, slote, koppe. Ongelooflike natuur. Geen grondeise. Binneplaas. 4) PIETERSBURG: 12km van stad ± 55ha – Huis/ woonstel, krale, kampe. 5) Aandeel in plaas: WATERPOORT. Met huis, lapa en 2 erwe. R500 000.00

FARMS / PLOTS FOR SALE

TO LET TOWNHOUSES/HOUSES

1) 2 ha PLOT: TWEEFONTEIN: Moderne oopplan 3 slaapkamer huis, mooi kombuis, 2 badkamers, stoep met braai PLUS werkswinkel. Sterk boorgat, Elektries omhein. Prys: R1,600 000.00 2) 507 ha Besproeiingsplaas in POLOKWANE / DENDRON omgewing, 18,5 ha onder spilpunt besproeiing, 2 wooneenhede, stoor, werkswinkel en pakstoor. Goed ontwikkelde plaas. Prys: R6,300 000.00 3) 13.175 ha Plot, LEEUKUIL: 4x 3 Slaapkamer huis, 1 slaapkamer woonstel, stoor, onvoltooide bachelor w/stel, ens. Prys: R1 950 000.00 4) 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 5) 622 ha WILDSPLAAS: Naby Polokwane, netjiese 4 slaapkamer woonhuis, 2 chalets, ou plaashuis, koelkamer, slagplek ens. Netjiese plaas met pragtige natuurskoon. Prys: R9 500 000.00

1) Beautiful Townhouse: Welgelegen: R7,800.00 - 1 Aug 2013 - 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, single garage, open-plan living area 2) Bachelor Flat: 53 Compensatie Str: R2,615.00 - Immediately 3) Uppertown: R7,500.00 – Immediately 4 Bedroom house 4) Ladanna Townhouses: Modern and newly built. Duplex 3 bedroom: R5 800.00 2 Bedroom: R4 800.00 5) 2 Bedroom house on Plot: R3600.00 1 September. On Dendron Road.

PROPERTY FOR SALE

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Steven 082 706 7274 RE/MAX Northland Realty - Tel: 015 297 1863 BENDOR

R1 050 000

LIFE IS GOOD 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom 1 Garage Simplex townhouse in top security estate. Small private garden. Make it yours today! WEB: 301 525 499

Isobel 076 472 1833 RE/MAX Northland Realty - Tel: 015 297 1863 CBD

R550 000

MODERN, WELL LOCATED & SPACIOUS START HERE 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms 2 Garages 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms 1 Garage Perfect place to live and in a secure complex. Close to various ame- Perfect start-up townhouse close to Polokwane CBD. nities. Phone to view today. WEB: 301 381 519 WEB: 301 502 989

Kgosi 084 513 6434 RE/MAX Northland Realty - Tel: 015 297 1863 Northland Realty

Jaun 083 312 5315 RE/MAX Northland Realty - Tel: 015 297 1863

CorpMD Consulting, Ground Floor, cnr Hillary & Phaphos streets, Ismini Park, Bendor, Polokwane Office: 015 297 1863 | Fax: 015 297 7635

FARMS / PLOTS FOR SALE

CONTACT SAN 072 159 5126

TO LET INDUSTRIAL / TE HUUR INDUSTRIEëL

CONTACT STEPHEN TEl: 015 287 3300

Industrieël/Industrial: 1) Laboria: 4,700m² yard with 2,400m² warehouse. 2) Prime industrial warehouse, 1200m² plus 200m² office on Dendron Road. Office Space: 1) 430m² CBD with parking - Prime 2) Offices CBD from 90m² to 400m² 3) Hans van Rensburg Street - 100m²

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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 ____________________

FOR SALE

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

SERVICES

MINI LOADS GARDEN RUBBLE REMOVAL AND DELIVERIES Johann 082 822 2319 ____________________ MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION Revamp offices, houses, plots, small building jobs, plumbing, painting, tiling & electrical. SOUTHGATE Contact Danie 082 356 8615 ____________________ CONFERENCE FACILITIES From 20 to 400 delegates. Weddings, funerals, theme parties, ethnic. Tel 015 295 5264 Cell 079 899 5405 ____________________ 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 ___________________ MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION All maintenance, plumbing, palisade fencing, building, waterproofing etc. Johann 082 822 2319 ____________________

ALLE LANGAFSTAND MEUBELVERVOER Kontak Anna-Mari 0861 111 129 ____________________ NEED TRANSPORT When moving, buying furniture or building material, distributing products or for rubble removals? Call Matshox on 071 892 2514 ___________________

SKYLIGHTS Cheap and easy way to get more light into your house. From R2 150. Dewald 0844 455 455 ____________________

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 ____________________ Factory warehouse with offices Ideal for workshop. On main road to Seshego (Conrundum St). Prime position. 655m² @ R38m² + VAT. Phone Allen 083 735 6789 079 542 6015 ____________________

ACCOM MODATION

PRETORIA Glyblom verblyf, naby Kolonnade Sentrum, Montana Hospitaal. Selfsorg eenhede. R350 per paar per nag. Veilige parkering. Raatjie 082 309 1355 Plus 1 kamer in Waverly. Kitty 071 225 6409 ____________________

PROPERTY FOR SALE

• MADIBA PARK 3 bedr. R360 000 • Emdo 3 bedr. R550 000 • Westenburg 3 bedr. R550 000

WATERBERG

NATUURPRAAL

Holiday resort Melkrivier Chalets with TV, rondavels, comfortable caravan and tent park. Underroof pool and spa, walking trails, fishing, pool tables and a lot more entertainment. www.holiday-resorts.co.za Spesiale naweekaanbod vanaf R800,00! Bel Paul of Marie-Rose by 082 322 6495 of bespreek per e-pos: maropa@vodamail.co.za

Tel/Fax: 081 428 9435 014 755 4054

• Ivy Park 3 bedr, 2 bathr, garage. R700 000 • Ivy Park 3 bedr, 2 bathr, lounge, dining, garage. R790 000 • Ivy Park 3 bedr. R680 000 • Seshego 2 bedr, 3 backrooms, 2 garages. R465 000 • Seshego 4 room. R280 000 082 749 5488 ____________________

HOUSES TO LET

TEN VOLLE GEMEUBILEERDE ENKELWOONSTELLE Eduan Park. Motorhuis, DSTV, aandete, wasgoed, (W/S diens). R4 500 + R1 000 dep. Kontak 082 460 3236 ____________________ TO LET BACHELOR FLAT 1 bedroom up to 3 bedrooms in secure area. Tel 015 295 5264 Cell 079 899 5405 ____________________ BACHELOR WOONSTEL TE HUUR 1 September 2013. R2 300pm, W&L ing. Slegs enkelpersoon. Sel 071 910 2753 ____________________ THATCHED A FRAME COTTAGE FOR RENT R3 000pm, W&L exc. 36 Bekker St, Fauna Park. Tel 073 692 6954 ____________________ WOONSTEL TE HUUR OP DALMADA PLOTTE Beskikbaar 1 Oktober 2013. 2 slaapkamers, badkamer, kombuis, sit/ eetkamer, stoep, braai area, tuin & afdak vir 2 voertuie. R2 600 plus elektrisiteit. Kontak Pieter 076 988 8218 ____________________ NUUTGEBOUDE MEENTHUISE met 2 slaapkamers, 2 badkamers, woonvertrek, kombuis & toesluit motorhuis met elek heining. R4 500. Beskikbaar 01/09/2013. Kontak Stefan 082 563 5939 ____________________ HOUSES: BROADLANDS ESTATE R22 280 3 bedr, 2 bathr, lounge, dining, study, patio with braai. Storeroom, pool and 4 garages. BENDOR R14 500 4 bedr, 3 bathr, patio with braai, 2 garages. FLORA PARK R10 600 4 bedr, 3 bathr, study, 2 lounges, garage. BODORP R8 800 3 bedr, 2 bathr, study, bar area, laundry. Extra outside room. 2 Garages and staff room. MôREGLOED R9 800 4 bedr, 2 bathr, pool. FLORA PARK R8 500 3 bedr, 2 bathr, living areas, entertainment area, pool, jacuzzi, garage and carport. Borehole. SERALA VIEW R6 685 3 bedr, 2 bathr and garage. IVY PARK R4 500 2 bedr, 1 bathr, 1 garage. TOWNHOUSES: ACACIA ESTATE R9 300 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. WOODLANDS ESTATE R5 200 2 bedr, 1½ bathr, 1 garage and small garden. LADANNA R4 500 2 bedr, 2 bathr, kitchen/lounge, garage, garden. FLATS: DORP R3 850 2 bedr, 1 bathr, kitchen/lounge, garage, prepaid electricity. IVYPARK R3 400 1 bedr, 1 bathr, lounge/kitchen. W&L incl. OFFICES: HANS VAN RENSBURG ST - R12 500pm Upmarket - 4 Offices + reception 118m² HANS VAN RENSBURG ST - R8 900pm 3 Offices + reception. Offices in CBD from R2 500pm DIONETTE 084 503 3964 THYS 083 702 0768 AUDREY 072 632 7117

TO LET 2 bedroom flat in oak Ridge in Dorp Street Prepaid, water & electricity. Lock-up garage. R3 850 per month. Contact 015 296 2785 ____________________ 2 BEDROOM FLAT IN TOWN Immediately available. W&L included. R3 200 per month. Contact 072 102 2434 ____________________

LADANNA 2 BEDR FLAT High security complex. R3 600 p.m. + water + electricity. Available 1 October 2013. Contact 082 773 1591 ____________________ LADANNA 3 BEDROOMS HOUSES & ROOMS Bachelor, flats, & room. Bendor. Contact Andre 072 765 0507 ____________________ 3 SLAAPKAMER HUIS Te huur op Soetdoringspad. Skakel 076 030 5400 ____________________ 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 ____________________

VEHICLES

EK KOOP MOTORS EN BAKKIES R30 000 tot R160 000 Kontak Neels Joubert 083 459 7177 ____________________

GENERAL NOTICES

NOTICE OF REINSTATEMENT OF COMPANIES Kindly take notice that the members of these two deregistered close corporations want to apply for their reinstatement in terms of section 82 (4) of Companies Act, 2008: (1) YABOMBO MPHOTI TRADING AND PROJECTS CC (Reg. No. 2008/174011/23); and (2) MANZINI LEGAL SOLUTIONS CC (2008/162687/23). Should anyone have objection, kindly notify the commissioner of CIPC in writing within 21 days of the date hereof at P.O. Box 429, Pretoria, 0001. 29/08 ___________________ NOTICE POLOKWANE/PERSKEBULT TOWN PLANNING SCHEME, 2007 Notice is hereby given that in terms of clause 21 of the above mentioned townplanning scheme, I, Mdu Mashaba, the undersigned of the firm Smit and Fisher Planning (Pty) Ltd, intend applying to the polokwane local municipality for consent to use the remaining extent of portion 84 of the farm doornkraal no. 680-LS for the purpose(s) of constructing a cellular telephone mast on the property.

Plans and/or particulars relating to the application may be inspected during normal office hours at the, Polokwane Local Munipality, First Floor West Wing, Department of the City Engineer, Civic Centre, corner of Landdros Maré and Bodenstein streets, Polokwane. Any person having any objection to the granting of this application, must lodge such objections together with the grounds thereof in writting, with the acting manager: Spatial Planning and Land Use Management, Polokwane Local Municipality, PO Box 111, Polokwane, 0700, within 28 days from the first date of publication: 23 August 2013 First date of advertisement: 23 August 2013 Second date of advertisement: 30 August 2013 Objection expiry date: 20 September 2013 Applicant: Smit And Fisher Planning (Pty) Ltd 371 Melk Street Nieuw Muckleneuk 0181 PO Box 908 Groenkloof 0027 Tel: 012 346 2340 Fax: 012 346 0638 Email: Admin@sfplan. co.za Site Ref: Pf4499 Luthuli Park 22/08 29/08 ___________________ KENNISGEWING POLOKWANE/ PERSKEBULT DORPSBEPLANNINGSKEMA, 2007 Ingevolge klousule 21 van bogenoemde dorpsbeplanningskema, geskied kennis hiermee dat ek, Mdu Mashaba, die ondergetekende van die firma Smit en Fisher Planning (Edms) Bpk, van voorneme is om by die Polokwane Plaaslike Munisipaliteit aansoek te doen om toestemming tot die gebruik van die restant van gedeelte 84 van die plaas Doornkraal no. 680 - LS vir die volgende doeleinde(s) te wete vir die oprigting van ‘n sellulere telefoonmas op die eiendom. Volledige besonderhede en planne (as daar is) kan gedurende gewone kantoor ure by die, Polokwane Plaaslike Munisipaliteit, Eerste Vloer, Wesvleuel, Departement van die Stadsingenieur, Burgersentrum, op die hoek van Landros Maré- en Bodensteinstrate, Polokwane besigtig word. Enige beswaar, met die redes daarvoor, moet binne 28 dae na die eerste dag van hierdie kennisgewing, nl 23 Augustus 2013, skriftelik by of tot: Die Uitvoerende Bestuurder: Stedelike Beplanning en Grondgebruikbeheer, Polokwane Plaaslike Munisipaliteit, Posbus 111, Polokwane, 0700, ingedien of gerig word. Datum van eerste advertensie: 23 Augustus 2013 Datum van tweede advertensie: 30 Augustus 2013 Verstryking van advertensie tydperk: 20 September 2013 Aansoek: Smit And Fisher Planning (Edms) Bpk Melkstraat 371 Nieuw Muckleneuk 0181 Posbus 908 Groenkloof 0027 Tel: 012 346 2340 Fax: 012 346 0638 Epos: Admin@sfplan. co.za Terreinverwysing: Pf4499 - Luthuli Park 22/08 29/08 ___________________

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IN THE NORTH GAUTENG HIGH COURT, PRETORIA (REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA) CASE NO. 69402/2010 In the matter between: THE STANDARD BANK OF SOUTH AFRICA LIMITED PLAINTIFF and NEELS BEESBOERDERY CC (REG. NO: 2005/037212/23) DEFENDANT NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION In execution of a judgment of the High Court of South Africa (North Gauteng High Court, Pretoria) in the abovementioned suit, a sale without reserve will be held by the Sheriff, Polokwane at The Sheriff’s

Office, 66 Platinum Street, Ladine, Polokwane on WEDNESDAY, 18 SEPTEMBER 2013 at 10:00 of the under mentioned property of the defendants subject to the conditions of sale which are available for inspection at the offices of the Sheriff Polokwane, 66 Platinum Street, Ladine, Polokwane. Tel: 015 293 0762 PORTION 102 OF THE FARM LEEUWKUIL 691 REGISTRATION DIVISION: L.S. LIMPOPO PROVINCE MEASURING: 8, 5653 (EIGHT COMMA FIVE SIX FIVE THREE) HECTARES HELD BY VIRTUE OF DEED OF TRANSFER T71101/2006 SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS THEREIN CONTAINED ALSO KNOWN AS: PLOT 102 LEEUWKUIL, POLOKWANE

The following information is furnished with regard to improvements on the property although nothing in this respect is guaranteed: A house currently being used as an overnight accommodation facility consisting of: 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHROOMS, 1 KITCHEN DATED AT PRETORIA ON 19 AUGUST 2013.

(SGD) T DE JAGER HACK STUPEL & ROSS ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF 2ND FLOOR STANDARD BANK CHAMBERS CHURCH SQUARE PRETORIA REF: T DE JAGER/ YOLANDI/HA10025 Tel: 012 325 4185 29/08 ___________________

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ie vyftienjarige Ludolph Neethling het onlangs puik presteer deur ‘n vyftiende plek in die junior Uithourit Wêreldkampioenskappe in Frankryk te behaal. Wat Ludolph se prestasie in Frankryk so besonder maak, is dat hy met ‘n geleende perd moes deelneem. “Dit is te duur om my eie perd saam te neem. Dit was ‘n uitmergelende 120 km, maar die moeite werd. Sedert sy eerste uithourit het Lu-

dolph tot op datum 4 009,26 kilometer op sy perd se rug deurgebring. In Augustus 2012 is hy vir die eerste keer in die Springbokspan ingesluit om in Namibië deel te neem en daarna weer in Mei vanjaar. Hy het vanjaar ‘n vyfde plek in die Fauresmith 200 verower. “Ek wil graag my Fauresmith-tyd verbeter en in die volgende twee jaar weer aan die wêreldkampioenskappe deelneem, maar dié keer op my eie perd,” sê hy oor sy vooruitsigte vir die toekoms. Ludolph is ’n graad 9-leerder aan die Hoërskool Pietersburg.

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Ludolph Neethling (15), ‘n Springbokruiter het onlangs aan die junior Uithourit Wêreldkampioenskappe in Frankryk ‘n vyftiende plek behaal.

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Syfers is Julia Alsemgeest, Johan Krüger en Jaco Potgieter se passie en forte. Die graad 11-leerders van die Hoërskool Pietersburg stof almal in wiskunde uit en het 100% in hul Julie eksamen behaal.

kleuters het die geesdriftige aanbieding geniet. Hy het onder meer oor voorkoming, toerusting en aksieplanne gepraat en die kleuters geleer wat om te doen as daar ‘n brand in hul huis of klaskamer ontstaan.

he Eagles Nest Christian School (ENCS) held their merit awards for the Foundation, Intermediate and Senior phase learners at the school last Friday. The highlight of the evening was the announcement of the high school prefects for next year. Gorden Gwizo was selected as the head boy with his deputy being Shawn Omoding. Mapitsi Tladi will be the head girl with Mamlako Mathabatha, the deputy head girl.

The high school leaders at ENCS for 2014 are Shawn Omoding (deputy head boy), Gorden Gwizo (head boy), Mamlako Mathabatha (deputy head girl) and Mapitsi Tladi (head girl).

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Die Hoërskool Noorderland learners elected their 2014 Representative Council of Learners (RCL) last week. These learners and are currently being shown the ropes by the RCL of 2013 and will attend a leadership training camp at the end of the month. In front are Kamogelo Thamaga, Makgarebe Makgopa, Victoria Mothapo, Kamogelo Mailula, Ms Chandre Pasquale (Educator), Lebogang Mogoboya, Mapeu Papo and Katlego Shiloti with Mampho Makgoga, Paballo Gwebu, Jacqueline Bopape, Prasad Mubanga, Lerato Malatji, Lesolo Mphasha, Pule Sekole, Phenyo Sako, Maatla Makgoana, Lazarus Senosha, Danny Lekganyane, Neo Mokono, Rethabile Monyane, Kate Mphahlele, Mapula Matlakala, Bonolo Rameetse, Emily Rampedi and Keitumetse Ralephenya at the back.

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The Eagles Nest Christian School (ENCS) high school prefects for 2014 that were announced at the school’s merit awards last Friday.

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Die Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé het onlangs hul Verteenwoordigende Leerlingraad-dagbestuur aangewys. Voor is Eleanor Reynecke (ondervoorsitter, akademie), Luandri Oosthuizen (voorsitter), Zandré van der Vyver (ondervoorsitter, kultuur) en Marné du Bruyn (ondervoorsitter, sport). In die middel is hul voogde mnr Org van der Berg en me Natasha Fourie met Kayle Bester (voorsitter), Theo du Plessis (ondervoorsitter, akademie), FG Grobler (ondervoorsitter, kultuur) en Wessel Stone (ondervoorsitter, sport) agter.

Last Saturday the Polokwane Golf Club held a 2-ball multiplication stableford competition in which 98 players took to the field. The twosome of Aaron Segwapa and Joe Mackays won the day on 81 points.

Mnr Rouan Snyman (Rukka die Brandweerman) van die Fireman Group Branch in Limpopo het onlangs die kleuters van Noordjieland oor brandgevare ingelig. Snyman het hom goed van sy taak gekwyt en

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Links: Brandweerman, Rouan Snyman van die Fireman Group Branch in Limpopo verduidelik aan die kleuters van Noordjieland hoe gevaarlik rookinaseming is. Regs: Mahlatse Mabotja van die Beertjieklas luister aandagtig terwyl mnr Rouan Snyman wys hoe ‘n slot geknip word.

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Die opponente se kolwers word gewoonlik een vir een uitgeboul wanneer hulle teen die o.13krieketspan van Curro Heuwelkruin te staan kom. Kruinies het verlede week weer bewys dat hulle ‘n span is om rekening mee te hou toe hulle Laerskool Pietersburg-Noord Primary met 113 lopies geklop het nadat hulle slegs 50 lopies teenoor Kruinies se 163 kon aanteken. Uitblinkers was Charl van der Linde en Phil Orffer wat onderskeidelik 60 en 50 lopies in hul kolfbeurte aangeteken het. Kruinies se eerste span moes die knie teen Nkowankowa Senior Secondary School in hul T20-reeks buig toe Nkowankowa 135 lopies vir sewe aangeteken het terwyl Kruinies met slegs 106 daarop kon antwoord.

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Phil Orffer van Curro Heuwelkruin se o.13span moker ‘n bal grens toe. Hy teken 50 lopies in sy kolfbeurt aan.

Reece Wynne, o.13 van Curro Heuwelkruin in aksie tydens sy boulbeurt.

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ie Hoërskool Pietersburg (PHS) is besig om sy stempel in rugbykringe af te druk nadat die o.15-span die naweek die Beeldtrofee vir grootskole gewen het. In ‘n strawwe stryd teen Helpmekaar Kollege het PHS 7-0 gewen. Die vlugvoetige kaptein, Zander Human het in die vierde minuut van die tweede helfte oor die doellyn gevlieg. Morné Venter het die drie verdoel en PHS het met aanvallende spel en goeie verdediging tot die einde die botoon gevoer. Boonop is dit die tweede keer wat dié

span die Beeldtrofee wen nadat hulle verlede jaar die Hoër Tegniese Skool Vereniging in die finaal ‘n loesing gegee het. Afrigters,Paul Erasmus en Sybrand Koedyk “Ons borrel van blydskap en kan opreg breëbors rondstap. Elke speler kan homself ‘n klop op die skouer gee vir puik spel tydens die wedstryd,” sê afrigter, Paul Erasmus. Hy en hulpafrigter, Sybrand Koedyk is dit eens dat dit ‘n harde wedstryd was, maar dat die PHS-spelers fikser as hul opponente was wat grootliks tot die oorwinning bygedra het. “Sedert die begin van die seisoen was die spelers gefokus met ‘n wil om te wen. Hulle speel elke wedstryd met trots, is goed gedissiplineerd en gee alles.” Volgens Erasmus en Koedyk is spanwerk, dissipline en fiksheid hul wenresep. “Hulle oefen daagliks van Maandag tot Donderdag en ons fokus op fiksheid, balhantering en spelpatrone. Dié span is hier om rugby sonder enige bobbejaanstreke te speel. Die ouers en selfs reserwe-ouers se bydrae

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kan ook nie ongesiens verbygaan nie. Hulle dra die spelers op hul hande. Tydens oefeninge staan hulle langs die veld om ondersteuning te bied.” Die afrigters se goeie verhouding met spelers is ‘n bydraende faktor tot die span se sukses en spelers word gereeld kans gegee om te rus. “So hou ons hulle gemotiveerd. Sodra spelers te veel gedruk word, verloor hulle belangstelling, raak moeg en konsentrasievlakke begin daal.” Die span se visie is om oor drie jaar as eerste span weer die Beeldtrofee te wen. Kaptein, Zander Human Zander sê dit is ‘n voorreg en eer om kaptein van die wenspan te wees “Ons is verlig oor die oorwinning. Die span het hard geoefen en ons het die naweek die vrugte daarvan gepluk. Ons speel vir ons skool, vir mekaar en vir die provinsie en het daarin geslaag om Polokwane se naam hoog te hou.” Hy sê hy praat sy spanmaats gereeld moed in om hulle gemotiveerd en positief te hou.

Die span het verskeie hoogtepunte tydens die seisoen behaal. Tydens ‘n toer vroeër vanjaar wen hulle King Edward School 64-3 en klop die spanne van Hoërskool Ellisras, 66-0, Hoërskool Ben Vorster, 48-18 en Hoërskool Frikkie Meyer, 39-5 in die Limpopoliga. In die Beeldtrofee vaar die span uitstekend tot in die kwarteindronde waar hulle Hoërskool Hoogenhout 24-13 klop en in die halfeindronde teen die Hoërskool Transvalia met 17-13 seëvier. Skoolhoof,Willie Schoeman “Om te sê ons is trots op ons o.15-span, beskryf nie werklik hoe ons voel nie. Saam met die oorwinning kom twee belangrike aspekte: Dit is nie maklik om dit vir twee agtereenvolgende jaar reg te kry nie en ons span bestaan slegs uit Polokwane-leerders. Ons wil opreg dankie sê vir elke speler, die afrigters en al die ouers wat betrokke is. Die ouers se ondersteuning dra baie tot hulle sukses by. Hou hierdie spasie dop vir volgende jaar se sukses,” sê skoolhoof, mnr Willie Schoeman.

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Die o.15-rugbyspan wen die Beeldtrofee vir grootskole teen Helpmekaar 7-0, het ook in 2012 as 0.14-span gewen.

Voor: Pieter Kruger, Franco van der Watt (onder kaptein), Migual de Sousa, Zander Human (kaptein), Stiaan Pistorius, Henk van Zyl, Lukie Fortuin, TJ Roos. Middel: Ruan Erasmus, Gerhard van Emmenis, Jan-Barend Meyer, Willie Schoeman (hoof), Gavin Nel, Leon Thom. Agter: Paul Erasmus (afrigter), J.V. Coetzer, Gustav Grobler, Zane Keyter, André Viljoen, Morne Venter, Dian Basson, Tyrone Thompson, Tertius du Plessis, Tiaan Blaauw, Sybrand Koedyk (afrigter).

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The junior cross country runners from Prisma Comms Athletics Club that will be participating at the South African Cross Country Championships in Potchefstroom is in front Werner Kotze. At the back are Joané Strauss, Deon Jewaskiewitz (coach) and Monique de Jager. André Kotze was absent.

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Junior cross country runners from Prisma Comms Athletics Club are completing their final preparations for the South African Cross Country Championships that will be held in Potchefstroom on 14 September. Coach Deon Jewaskiewitz says his junior athletes André and Werner Kotze, Joané Strauss and Monique de Jager are ready to give their best in two weeks time. He is hoping for a medal from one of his runners.

club championship meeting on Saturday. Although the season is drawing to a close, competition was stiff among the local riders in their quest to win their respective categories. Young lady driver Marisha Badenhorst showed her male rivals how to do it in the Rookies category to finish first, followed by Roean van Breda and Tiaan Badenhorst. In the Stockrod category Louis Snyman took first place, with Willie Blignaut close behind in second and Willem Bouwer taking the third podium position. Racing was fast and furious in the 2.0 litre modified category with Roelof van Breda winning a close battle with Pieter Venter and Haccum Hough finishing in third position. Sakkie Venter won the Super Saloon category with Deon Voges in a close second place. The next club championship race meeting will be held on 28 September.

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Limpopo Blou Bulle se 7’s-rugbyspanne het ‘n nuwe borg aan boord om hulle te help met toerusting en reis- en verblyfkoste. Sea West Account Managing se direkteur, mnr Dirk van der Westhuizen sê die borgskap is ‘n bewys dat die provinsie ernstig oor rugbyontwikkeling in Limpopo is. “Ons sal twee jaar die borg van die spanne wees om spelers met klere, toerusting en ander uitgawes te help. Ons nooi ander maatskappye uit om ook hul ondersteuning deur middel van ‘n borgskap te wys omdat meer borgskappe sal verseker dat Limpopo-spelers in die provinsie bly. Adjunkpresident van die Limpopo Blou Bulle Rugby-unie, Charles van Wyk het sy dank teenoor Van der Westhuizen uitgespreek. “Met sulke borgskappe kan ons net beter vaar. Dit is ‘n bewys dat Limpopo weer vertroue in hul spanne het. Die spanne sal voortaan as die Sea West Limpopo 7’s bekend staan,” sê Van Wyk.

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Deon Jewaskiewitz, Prisma Comms Athletics Club in Polokwane ran the race of his life recently when he finished sixth in the finals of the 200 m at the recent World Master Games in Torino, Italy. Jewaskiewitz competed in the 100 and 200 m events. He described the competition as very tough with athletes from all over the world competing in the championships. He also said the Italian weather was hot and humid with temperatures hovering between 34 and 38 °C. On top of the hot temperatures, Jewaskiewitz ended up in bed with flu for two days prior to his races. He fell at the start of the semifinals of the 100 m, hurting himself in the process but still finished in fifth

Polokwane City Football Club management rewarded team members who played a pivotal role in their acquisition of Premier Soccer League (PSL) status during a glittering event at Peter Mokaba Stadium last Wednesday. Malawian international Essau Kanyenda was named Player of the Season and the Top Goal Scorer. The former Jomo Cosmos striker received R35 000, a trophy and a brand new Polo Vivo.

KESHIA J V RENSBURG >> keshia.observer@gmail.com With only two days to go until the fourth edition of Cage Rage hits Polokwane on 30 August, promoter and event coordinator Henri Eksteen says tickets are selling like hotcakes. The event boasts a line-up of nine hardcore local dynamic fighters taking part in a gruelling PRO/AM Last Man Standing bout and a team of seven women battling it out in both Individual and Triple Threat fights. The special guest at the event

will be South African Professional Martial Arts Commission (Sapmac) President Shihan Mosito Mphaphati. Ringside seats can still be reserved at R100 per person or kids under 12 at R50. Cage Rage 4 thanked Focus on Style Beauty Salon, Bella Donna Models, Eksteen Mixed Martial Arts, Falcon Rock Spur in Savannah and various other sponsors who will help make this evening a success. Food and drinks will be on sale on the night. Fights will commence at 19:15. For more info call events coordinator Henri Eksteen on 081 316 9545 or visit the website on www.karatextreme.com.

UPGRADING OF ROADS D4370 (TOMPI SELEKA TO MOGALADI)/ D4285 (GA-MATLALA TO GAMMELA TO TSIMANYANE TO KROMDRAAI)/D4213 (SEBILWANE RIVER BRIDGE) THE SEKHUKHUNE DISTRICT OF LIMPOPO PROVINCE CONTRACT No. RAL/T539B/2013 The employer is the Roads Agency Limpopo SOC Ltd. Tender documents are obtainable from the cashier’s office, ground floor, Roads Agency Limpopo SOC, RAL Towers, at 26 Rabe Street (c/o Biccard Street), Polokwane, Telephone (015) 291-4236, upon receipt of non-refundable cash or bank guaranteed cheque payment of R300, 00 per set. Tender documents are obtainable during the following times: 08:00 to 15:00 (Monday to Friday) as from Monday 16th September 2013. Bank guaranteed cheques must be made payable to the Roads Agency Limpopo SOC Ltd. Queries related to the issues of these documents may be addressed to Mr F. Baloyi, Tel No 015 291 4655, and Fax No 015 291 2334, e-mail: baloyif@kwcrs.co.za or E.W.Van Renssen, Tel No. 012 333 9705, Fax No. 086 578 6944, e-mail: eduardvr@leoconsult.co.za A compulsory clarification meeting with representatives of the employer will take place at intersection of Road, D4100 (Tompi Seleka) and Road, D4370, coordinates (S24˚48’19.65”, E29˚28’15.05”) on Wednesday 18th of September 2013 starting at 11H00. The closing time for receipt of tender is 11H00 on Friday 04th of October 2013. Telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile and late tenders will not be accepted.

Referee Eduan Nel awards a penalty to Limpopo in Saturday’s match against the Pumas.

position. Despite his injury, Jewaskiewitz went on to qualify for the final of the 200 m event where he ended in a credible sixth position after a blanket finish where the first seven athletes past the post were separated by less than 0,4 seconds. The now proudly South African says he was one of only four athletes from South Africa and the only one from Limpopo that participated at the World Master Games. “It was an incredible experience to represent my adopted country and I would like to participate again at the next World Master Games in Nice, France in 2015. He acknowledged the support of his wife, Bea and children, congregation, South African Masters Athletics and everyone else for making his participation possible.

Puleng Tlolane received the Young Player of the Season Award and Siphesihle Nzimande the Chairman’s Award. They each walked away with R15 000 in cash and a trophy. “It was a tough season for us. We took a decision to thank the players and the technical team for the outstanding performance and the resilience shown in the tough National First Division. These awards are rewarding and motivating factors for the individuals not taking away the team effort and collective in achieving better results. We will continue to

Tenders, completed as prescribed, shall be sealed in an envelope marked “Tender No. RAL/T539B/2013, Upgrading(Gravel to Tar) of Roads, D4370( Tompi Seleka to Mogaladi)/ D4285(Ga-Matlala to Ga-Mmela to Tsimanyane to Kromdraai) and D4213(Sebilwane River Bridge), in the Sekhukhune District of Limpopo province” and deposited in the box located in the entrance foyer (ground floor) of RAL Towers, 26 Rabe Street (c/o Biccard Street), Polokwane. Tenderers shall have a CIDB class grading of: 7CE or 6CE PE or higher. 7846

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Scrum time in the match between the Limpopo Blue Bulls u.21s and the Pumas at the new Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday. Limpopo won 53-19.

Local Masters athlete does SA proud in Italy WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

Frieda se Dansskool-dansers het tydens die onlangse Association of International Dance Teachers (AIDT)-eksamen in Polokwane goed presteer deur 80% en hoër in klopdans en hip-hop te kry. Voor is Rinelda van der Linde met Emma Ströh, Cara Coetzee en Elisme van Staden in die middel. Agter is afrigter, Frieda Lombard en Zuane Breedt.

15:00 inskryf. Ryers wat nie aan ‘n geregisteerde fietsklub behoort nie kan ‘n daglisensie vir R35 koop. Inskrywings kan ook op die dag van die wedren tussen 06:30 en 08:00 gedoen word wat om 08:30 by die Northern Muslimskool begin. Vir meer besonderhede kan Neels Lourens by 082 809 4860 geskakel word of stuur ‘n epos na polokwane. pedallers@gmail.com.

Big wins for Limpopo against the Pumas impopo’s u.19 and u.21 Absa Competition Section B teams did the province proud at the new Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday with comprehensive victories over the Pumas on Saturday. The u.19 team ran in 10 tries compared to the two of the visitors to score their second victory on the trot with a 62-10 victory. Kallie Jantjies (2), Zander Richter (2), Dean van Heteren, Vish Vissher, Ruan Booysen, Shaun Potgieter, Ettiene du Plessis and Chris du Plooy scored tries and Ruan Booysen (2), Henry du Plessis (1) and Willem Parker (3) added the extra points with six conversions. Limpopo’s eightman, Michael van Damme received the Man of the Match award. In the main match of the day the u.21 Limpopo Blue Bulls carried on from where they left off against South Western Districts (SWD) in George last week with another bonus point victory of 53-19 against the Pumas. After trouncing SWD 60-0 last Saturday, the u.21s scored another convincing win against the Pumas by running in eight tries to the three of the visitors. Livewire flank, Willie Engelbrecht scored a hat-trick of tries and Jonty Shelton, Tokkie Matsweni, Marcel Steyn Scholtz, Donovan O’Grady and Daniel Hart went over for the other five tries. Steyn Scholtz added a further five conversions and a dropped goal. Limpopo’s manager, Neels Grobler was very happy with the team’s performances against the Pumas and is hoping to do the same again against Boland at Bela-Bela on Saturday.

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have such awards to recognise special talent and individual brilliance who are contributing to Polokwane City Football Club,” Chairperson of the club, Johnny Mogaladi said. Mogaladi also thanked the people of the province for rallying behind the team during the National First Division Campaign. “We would also like to thank the support from everyone in the province that rallied behind us during our NFD campaign. We hope and trust we will continue to enjoy the same during Premier Soccer League journey,” added Mogaladi.

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omen from Limpopo soil once again showed that females are more than capable of doing a man’s job when three of them were awarded during the eighth annual Tracy Malatjie Awards ceremony hosted by the Black Management Forum (BMF) at Protea Hotel Ranch Resort on Saturday. “It is possible to be what you want to be,” said BMF National Deputy President, Ms Koko Khumalo. The winners, Capt Refilwe Ledwaba, a pilot, Mss Thembisile Nwedamutswu, Chief Executive Officer of the Independent Development Trust and Rosina Mogotlane, Executive Mayor of Waterberg District are shining examples of women following their dreams and reaching their goals. Nwedamutswu could not attend the ceremony but Polokwane Observer had the privilege to interview Ledwaba and Mogotlane shortly after the awards were made. Ledwaba, born in Tzaneen, is employed as a helicopter and fixed wing pilot in the South African Police Service. “My job entails providing air support during policing operations in KwaZulu-Natal aimed at the prevention and investigation of crime as a quick response to crime callouts, search and rescue on sea and land, border patrols, dagga operations and stock theft operations,” Photos: RC Myburgh Ledwaba explained. She said she is honoured Left: A proud Capt Refilwe Ledwaba, helicopter and fixed wing pilot in the South Afri- to be recognised by the BMF in Limpopo. “I can Police Service with the Tracy Malatjie Award she received for excelling in her career. have received numerous awards but nothing comes close to a Tracy Malatjie Award,” she Right: Executive Mayor of the Waterberg District, Ms Rosina Mogotlane was awarded said. She holds a Masters degree in Developfor the strides she has made in municipal finance management.

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ment Management and Public Policy as well as a post graduate diploma in business administration. “I was also featured in Cosmopolitan magazine as one of the successful young achievers in South Africa in their Fearless Fun Women of the Year 2010. I represented South Africa in the Women Fly Program hosted by the Museum of Flight in Seattle, United States of America in 2010. I furthermore received the South Africa’s Most Influential Women in Business and Government Award in 2012 as well as the South African Youth Development Agency Award in the social entrepreneurship category. Mogotlane has taught for 26 years. As an educator she was one of the transformation agents of the formally conservative town of Lephalale. Her passion for the empowerment of the previously disadvantaged and marginalised sectors of community led to her leaving the mainstream school to join the local school for learners with special education needs and school for the deaf. Among others Mogotlane served as councillor, Deputy Chairperson of the South African Local Government Association, three terms as Chairperson of the African National Congress Women’s League in Waterberg district, found the Domestic Workers Empowerment Programme in Waterberg in 2000 and was deployed as mayor of Lephalale Municipality from 2006 to 2011 after which she was appointed in her current position. Mogotlane was awarded for her leadership skills in achieving a clean audit for the second consecutive financial year. “It is all done by teamwork. We have a number of effective house rules which help to avoid fraud and corruption. We established committees and all financial decisions are made by the committee and I am briefed on every cent leaving the municipality or coming into our bank account,” she said. “I am proud to be awarded a Tracy Malatjie Award. She was a remarkable woman and I strive towards following in her footsteps. The award motivated me to be an ambassador of clean municipal audits,” she added. Mogotlane reckons that she takes no nonsense in the financial department of the municipality and her advice to other municipalities is: “Appoint people in your financial department who are qualified and capable of doing their job. Avoid political appointments.”

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