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Govt departments in Lim owe munis R412 m ed to occasional incorrect billing by withheld by National Treasury municipalities, which generally led alongside 55 others countrywide. to disputes about payment and in In an interview with Polokwane other instances downright Observer he provided the latest figures contained in a summary of refusal to pay municipal bills. departmental debts owed to the To page 2 five district municipalities in Limpopo. The statistics are PHOTO: LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK a reflection of the most South African Municipal up-to-date state of afWorkers Union (Samwu) fairs as at 31 December Provincial Secretary last year, it was learnt. Simon Mathe adAccording to Matlala the dresses the media fact that 17 government during last entities owed Limpopo municipalities was attribut- week’s briefing.

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National and provincial government departments are in an estimated R412 million arrears owed to Limpopo municipalities for water and electricity debts incurred. The situation was underscored in an interview with South African Local Government Association (Salga) Provincial Executive Officer Thapelo Matlala on the equitable share funding of five Limpopo municipalities being

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ie Limpopo polisie se geengenade-houding teenoor misdadigers het tydens die Paasnaweek vrugte afgewerp met byna 1 000 wetsoortreders wat die naweek agter tralies deurgebring het. Die polisie sowel as die departement van vervoer, veiligheid, sekuriteit en skakeling het dit voor die Paasnaweek reeds duidelik gemaak dat misdadigers en padgebruikers vasgevat sal word en dat sigbaarheid van wetstoepassingseenhede aan die orde van die dag sou wees. Hierdie aanslag kan die rede wees vir die effense afname in padsterftes op die provinsie se paaie; 38 sterftes teenoor 45 verlede jaar. Die eerste padsterfte van die Paasnaweek is Donderdagmiddag aangemeld in die tyd wat die verkeer na die noorde begin toeneem het. Provinsiale verkeerswoordvoerder, Kagiso Mootane, het gesê die bestuurder van ‘n Volkswagen het ‘n ander voertuig glo op ‘n onveilige wyse verbygesteek en teen ‘n minibustaxi gebots. Die bestuurder van die Volkswagen is op die toneel dood. Vrydag het 13 mense hul lewens verloor nadat ‘n minibustaxi en ‘n bakkie trompop Na bl 2

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Jacques Nell weer Oktober in hof RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Die eens gedugte sakeman van Polokwane, Jacques Nell se bedrogsaak wat verband hou met die vermeende uitreiking van vervalste fakture is Donderdag in die Mankweng Streekhof tot Oktober uitgestel. Die aanklagte spruit uit die uitreiking van vermoedelike vervalste fakture van twee kantoormasjiene wat Nell voorgehou het as sekuriteit om finansiering in Maart 2009 te verkry. Die masjiene is onderskeidelik R4,2 miljoen en R3,2 miljoen werd en Absa het ‘n potensiële verlies van nagenoeg R10 miljoen en ‘n werklike verlies van ongeveer R1,7 miljoen gely. Die presiese datum waarop Nell weer in die hof sal verskyn was teen druktyd nie bekend nie.

Soetdorings-aansluiting skep doodsgevaar BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com Inwoners van die Soetdorings-omgewing is bekommerd oor die veiligheid van die aansluiting van die Soetdoringspad by die N1 Noord. Verbleikte en verweerde padmerke by hierdie aansluiting maak dit moeilik vir motoriste om te sien waar om te ry op hierdie stuk pad. Dit is heeltemal onduidelik vir motoriste wat vanuit ‘n noordelike rigting op die Soetdoringspad wil afdraai, waar hulle moet stilhou om vir aankomende verkeer te wag. Inwoners sê ook dat dit by tye moeilik is om vanuit die Soetdoringspad op die N1 Suid in te draai. “Dit is in spitstyd bykans onmoontlik om vanuit die Soetdoringspad regs in die N1 te draai weens die druk verkeer en hoë snelhede waarteen motoriste ondanks die 80 km spoedgrens op die aansluiting afpyl. Daar het al ‘n paar ernstige ongelukke plaasgevind. Die munisipaliteit moes al lankal ‘n verkeerslig daar

opgerig het, maar versoeke val op dowe ore,” sê Cobus Viljoen, ‘n inwoner van die omgewing wat die aansluiting daagliks gebruik. Die feit dat die munisipaliteit in sy 2015/16-kapitaalbegroting geen voorsiening vir enige nuwe verkeersligte gemaak het nie, dui daarop dat ‘n oplossing vir hierdie probleem, nie in die aansienbare toekoms verwag kan word nie. Die situasie is onder die munisipaliteit se aandag gebring, maar kommentaar was teen druktyd nog uitstaande.

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Die verweerde padmerke by die N1-Soetdoringsaansluiting.

Govt departments in Lim owe munis R412 m

From page 1 The breakdown of R142 074 753 singles out Sekhukhune District Municipality as worst case scenario with a figure of almost R160 million in departmental debt, with the Department of Education being the biggest culprit owing close to R36 million for services delivered by Makhuduthamaga, Elias Motsoaledi and Fetakgomo Local Municipalities. Capricorn District Municipality follows with roughly R120 million in arrears owed by national and provincial departments. The highest amount due by department is R30 million up for payment to the local municipalities of Polokwane, Molemole and LepelleNkumpi by Public Works nationally. Mopani District Municipality has fallen behind with about R93 million in arrears due by a host of departments. The largest sum is accredited to non-payment by the provincial Public Works Department for services delivered by Greater Giyani Local Municipality. Waterberg District Municipality battles with a bill of some R31 million not being paid by the various departments, the highest amount being little over R6 million owed to the local municipalities of Lephalale, Modimolle and Bela-Bela. Yet again the Department of Education emerges the culprit. Vhembe District Municipality is least affected by departmental debt of close to R9 million, mostly owed to the local municipalities of Musina, Makhado and Mutale by the national Department of Public Works owing slightly over R4,4 million. Last week’s national announcement compelled a number of defaulting municipalities across South Africa to honour their financial commitments to Eskom and other service delivery creditors. In a National Treasury media statement reference was made to

municipalities owing Eskom R9 billion as at 31 December 2014 and water boards R3,6 billion. It was added that National Treasury informed municipalities with persistent arrears in respect of Eskom and water boards of its intention to invoke Section 216(2) of the Constitution, subject to municipalities entering into repayment arrangements with creditors and preparing a financial recovery plan where relevant, early in March this year. It was added that the persistent arrears and failure of municipalities to settle their Eskom payments within 30 days as legally required impacted negatively on Eskom’s cash flow and thereby compromised the utility’s operations and financial position. Matlala raised the opinion that the local municipalities of Mookgophong, Thabazimbi, Makhado and Ba-Phalaborwa as well as Mopani District Municipality mistakenly got included in the list as their obligations have already been met or were in the process of being addressed at the time of the release of the list of local government institutions in arrears. Matlala provided a copy of a letter by Salga Chairperson Thabo Manyoni addressed to Finance Minister Nhlanhla Nene on 9 March this year requesting his urgent intervention “in ensuring that the matter is held in abeyance until a discussion is entered into with Salga and a more holistic and realistic approach and solution to the matter is agreed upon.” No feedback was received, according to Matlala. In a circular to political and management structures of municipalities dated last Thursday, Manyoni stated Salga regarded the withholding of the equitable share as unconstitutional “but in order to protect the sphere, Salga will clarify the legal position through a formal counsel opinion”. Matlala

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Van bl 1 tussen Moogophong en Modimolle gebots het. Die polisie ondersoek ‘n saak van strafbare manslag. “Elf mense is op die toneel dood, waaronder beide bestuurders van die voertuie en drie kinders. Nog twee is later in die hospitaal dood,” het provinsiale polisiewoordvoerder, Ronel Otto gesê. Mootane het verduidelik dat die meeste ongelukke (30) in die Mopanie-distrik plaasgevind het, gevolg deur Capricorn met 27. In die Waterberg-distrik is slegs 12 ongelukke gerapporteer, maar die meeste lewens (17) is deur hierdie ongelukke geëis. “’n Totaal van 89 botsings is van Donderdag tot Maandag aangemeld waarvan 23 noodlottig was en saam 38 lewens geëis het,” het Mootane verduidelik. Sy het gesê dit is geen uitsondering dat die provinsie se paaie met tye baie besig was nie. “Dit was besig, maar beheerbaar. Met meer as 1 000 verkeersbeamptes ontplooi regoor die provinsie, het ons groot sukses behaal om verkeer te reguleer.” Teen druktyd kon Mootane nie finale statistieke oor die hoeveelheid motoriste wat vir oortredings aangekeer is, verskaf nie. Sy het wel gesê ‘n 30-jarige man is Sondag by die Capricorn-tolhek gearresteer nadat hy probeer het om ‘n verkeersbeampte

emphasised that Salga intended interdicting National Treasury once legal processes had been concluded. Matlala referred to an extraordinary emergency national executive committee (NEC) meeting on the same day to consider the matter, resolving among others, to urgently pursue the necessary inter-governmental and legal action to ensure that the constitutional integrity of local government was preserved and upheld. In conclusion he remarked all spheres of government had to be treated equally, and if the equitable shares of municipalities got withheld the same had to be done with provincial and national departments. Unrelated to this the South African Municipal Workers Union (Samwu) in Limpopo addressed the state of local government in Limpopo during a media briefing in Polokwane last week, stating that politically speaking, the sector was in shambles and “as we are approaching the 2016 Local Government elections, we need to pull up our socks or else kiss many municipalities goodbye”. To this Matlala responded in conclusion: “Ironically it is important that Samwu knows that their members are an integral part of the local government sector and they are responsible for an effective and efficient administration in the sector, so therefore if they claim that the sector was in shambles they partly have to be blamed as their members are deployed in various positions and responsible for service delivery across the board. Also it would not be true to say that local government is in shambles when we had improved audit outcomes and a general improvement in disclaimers. To say the sector is in shambles is far from the truth.”

met R70 om te koop. Hy het die res van die naweek in die Botlokwa polisie se aanhoudingselle deurgebring en sou na verwagting Dinsdag in die hof verskyn. Intussen het die polisie ook verseker dat inwoners veilig is en dat misdadigers die onderspit delf. ‘n Totaal van 963 verdagtes is sedert Donderdag op verskeie klagte gearresteer. “Honderd-twee-en-twintig is vir aanranding met die doel om ernstig te beseer, 101 vir alkoholgebruik in die publiek, 104 vir dronkbestuur en ses is vir die onwettige handel in alkohol aangekeer,” het Otto gesê. Ongeveer 549 boetes is aan mense wat die wet op alkoholgebruik oortree, uitgereik. Verder is 13 vir moord, 20 vir verkragting, 21 vir gewapende roof, 47 vir winkeldiefstal, 26 vir diefstal en 21 vir huisbraak in hegtenis geneem. “As ‘n mens die aanklagte wat met alkohol verband hou, in ag neem, is dit duidelik dat gemeenskapsleiers meer betrokke moet raak in die onderrig van die gemeenskap en saam met die polisie werk om soortgelyke misdade hok te slaan,” het Otto gesê. Provinsiale polisiekommissaris, Fannie Masemola het in ‘n persverklaring sy dank teenoor polisiebeamptes vir hul lang ure van diens oor die Paasnaweek bedank. Hy het gewaarsku dat soortgelyke operasies vir die res van die maand volgehou sal word.

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larm has been raised about alleged favouritism and ethnic consideration perceived to have played a role in the awarding of a two-month contract of little less than half a million Rand to an established businessman and former soapie actor by the Department of Health early this year. It was learnt that Premier Stan Mathabatha and Health MEC Ishmael Kgetjepe were alerted about the suspicious awarding of the contract on 18 February this year. The contract for design, bush clearing and maintenance of the gardens and grounds at departmental premises in Ladanna has been raising eyebrows for proper procedures were allegedly not followed in the awarding thereof, it was reliably learnt. According to sources the same cleaning service business was the focus of an investigation into alleged irregularities launched by the Department of Health last year. In documentation made available to Polokwane Observer, various alleged violations stemming from the most recent processes were pointed out. It was alleged that the businessman was being favoured for his Venda origin, despite the fact that the amount tendered by his company was not the cheapest at R480 000. Another tender bidder apparently came in at R388 100, to whom preference was not given for being the lowest, said a source. From the documentation it seems as if the unsuccessful bidders did not comply with the evaluation criteria. The same people were being given contracts again whereas the department had ample companies able of delivering such services registered on their database, a concerned party alluded. Sources pointed out that contracts above R500 000 had to be advertised and required the signature of the department head, which cast suspicion over the manner in which the contract was pushed through. A source emphasised that two panellists on the bid evaluation committee reportedly initially rejected the bid document due to the fact that companies were not sourced from the departmental database and that the contract approval was done without them being part of the bid evaluation process although their names appeared in the documents, as noted in affidavits to the risk management division of the department, while three others were apparently denied having

been informed of unfolding processes leading to the actual awarding of the contract. One of the biggest considerations for the awarding of a contract was allegedly not adhered to when the contract was awarded, according to a source who pointed out that an acquisition form compulsory in awarding of a contract was not attached to the bid documentation. Reports received afterwards had raised further suspicions that the process of allowing a random selection from the database of registered service providers by the departmental system was not followed, the source concluded. In his comment the business owner denied any link to any employee of the Department of Health or knowledge of any irregularities involved in the awarding of the particular contract, which he said would be coming to an end on 23 April. He explained that he was called by the Department of Health with the request for a quotation for services to be rendered. He added that he supplied the quotation, whereupon the contract was awarded. He raised the opinion that apparent in-fighting in the department was compromising service providers. He stressed that he was not running a fly-by-night company, but got contracts because of the quality services he rendered through expansive operations in the province. In his response quoted verbatim, Senior Manager of Communications in the Department of Health, Macks Lesufi stated as follows: “Department of Health Limpopo subscribes to good governance and clean administration. The allegations raised in your enquiry are noted and serious. I should however indicate that such allegations will have to be put to test as raised. The specific reference in this case are the following: Alleged relationship between officials and the service provider is something that is subjective and has to be proven before such could be concluded as true. If there is an alleged conflict of interest between the service provider and the officials alluded to an investigation will be undertaken. Bid not awarded to the cheapest bidder: The Supply Chain Management rules are clear on appointment of service providers. It is not mandatory to always appoint the cheapest provider irrespective of the capacity to perform. That is the reason bids are classified on the basis of 90/10 and 80/20/. The 80/20 preference places emphasis also on capacity

to deliver the service not just the price. The service was contracted on the basis of the 80/20 rule. Secondly the appointment of the said service provider was based on a quotation system not a competitive bid as it is below the threshold of R500 000. And it was evaluated on the 80/20 basis. The 80/20 preference point system speaks to functionality and price which in this regard was met. The fact that the tender amount was kept low below R500 000 and not signed and signed off by the Head of Department but by the CFO allegedly raised suspicions that it would have been pushed through without raising alarm with regards to the perceived irregularities. Our response: In terms of the departmental regulations and approved thereof by the management of the department, the Chief Financial Officer is delegated to approve procurement of goods and services with the rand value up to R500 000. Therefore such approval is still within the delegated authority of the Chief Financial Officer. No acquisition form was attached to the bid evaluation document seemingly an indication that the bidders were not randomly selected from the departmental data base. Our response: In terms of the Provincial Supply Chain Management Instruction Note 7 of 2014, item 5.1.5 state that “Ïf suppliers are registered or listed on the Supplier Database and are known, the suppliers are

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required to register before being engaged”. Various departments were consulted to assist with the suppliers registered on their database who are rendering the same service required. All the service providers were obtained from the Departments of Economic Development, Coghsta, Transport and Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure. It is the departmental view that the Committee tasked to evaluate these bid ensured that there is compliance with the supply chain management processes. Any transgression to the law will be further investigated.”

Police hit hard on cigarettes smugglers RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Members of the Provincial Police Tracking Team arrested a person suspected of transporting illegal cigarettes estimated to be worth nearly R160 000 yesterday (Wednesday) morning. Polokwane Police Head of Communication Ntobeng Phala reported that the tracking team received a tip-off from the Crime Intelligence Unit about two vehicles believed to be transporting illegal cigarettes on the N1 North. “Police stopped and searched the Toyota Corolla and found 849 cartons of illegal cigarettes. The driver of the vehicle was arrested and is expected to appear in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court today (Thursday),” Phala said. He added that the second vehicle, a BMW was stopped just outside Lebowakgomo with approximately the same amount of cigarettes. At the time of going to print Police in Lebowakgomo was still investi-

gating the matter and could not confirm any arrests. Phala said the cigarettes come from KwaZulu-Natal and are destined for Gauteng. “Some illegal transporters think Limpopo is not as risky and take a detour through the province, but they are wrong and Police will clamp down on them as soon as they set foot on Limpopo soil,” Phala said.

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DA calls for investigation of PHA BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com

he Democratic Alliance (DA) in Limpopo reckons that the Board of the Polokwane Housing Association (PHA) should be dissolved and an investigation be lodged into the affairs of this entity. Jacques Smalle, DA Provincial Leader in a media release stated that the DA will this week write to Cooperative Governance, Housing Settlements and Traditional Affairs (Coghsta) MEC Makoma Makhurupetje, urging her to dissolve the PHA Board due to its failure to resolve long standing problems between residents of the Ga Rena Rental Village and the municipal entity. “This Polokwane Municipal entity has been facing problems ranging from poorly installed water meters, internal and external leakages, leaking roofs and leaking toilets since its inception and the DA is reliably informed that the same entity changed the initial rent-to-buy lease agreements without consulting residents. “This and other matters including poor maintenance of the residential area eventually led to tenants defaulting on rental payments,” the

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At the end of November last year, tenants of Ga Rena participated in a protest action in the city’s streets, when they resorted to barricading a street, burning tyres and hurling stones at the Police. Thembi Nkadimeng, Polokwane Executive Mayor, then visited the area and promised that the tenants’ problems will be attended to and that a meeting with the tenants’ committee will take place in due course. The tenants at that stage also demanded that the administration by PHA of the Ga Rena Rental Village should be terminated. Tidimalo Chuene, Communications and Marketing Manager of the municipality confirmed that the intended meeting had taken place. PHOTO: BARRY VILJOEN

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Thembani Chabane out on warning RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Thembani Chabane who was arrested last Wednesday after the senior public prosecutor decided that an inquiry docket can be changed to charges of crimen injuria, defamation of character and incitement, appeared in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court the following day and released on warning. He will appear in court again on 7 May. Chabane’s arrest followed and inquiry docket opened by Percy Chabane, a relative of Public Service

and Administration Minister Collins Chabane who died with his two VIP protectors, Lesiba Samuel Sekele and Marene Lawrence Lentsoane after a collision with a truck on the N1 South on 15 March. The driver of the truck, Amukelani Rikhotso was arrested on the scene of the accident and charged on three counts of culpable homicide and one of reckless and negligent driving. He appeared in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court two days after the accident. The death of Chabane caused

severe reaction and comments on social media networks which included the allegation made by Thembani, an alleged family member, that Rokhotso had been paid to obstruct the road when the car of Minister Chabane and his two protectors were travelling in approached. “When the allegations were made, Percy Chabane opened an inquiry docket. Last Tuesday we were still questioning Thembani Chabane after which he was arrested,” Otto said, confirming his court appearance on 7 May.

Kinderpartytjie ontstig bure in Faunapark BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com Inwoners van Gemsbokrylaan in Faunapark is ontevrede oor ‘n sogenaamde “kinderpartytjie” wat Sondagmiddag in die park in dié straat gehou is. Bure in die omgewing van die park, vra nou vrae oor die wyse waarop die munisipaliteit aansoeke om openbare ruimtes tydelik vir funksies soos partytjies te gebruik, toestaan. Volgens inligting is daar Sondagmiddag ‘n tent en speeltoerusting in

die park opgeslaan en ‘n groep mense, wat kinders ingesluit het, het tot ongeveer 18:30 partytjie gehou. ‘n Buurman het bevestig dat die partytjiegangers nie uitermate lawaai het nie, maar het beswaar gemaak teen die rommel wat na die partytjie in die park agtergelaat is. Hy het gesê daar het kartondose asook ‘n paar leë bier- en vonkelwynbottels agtergebly nadat die tent en speeltoerusting teen 19:00 verwyder is. Tidimalo Chuene, Kommunikasieen Bemarkingsbestuurder van die

munisipaliteit, het bevestig dat die vereiste huurgeld van R283 en ‘n deposito van R1 530 vóór die funksie betaal is. Die munisipaliteit het die terrein ná die funksie opgeruim en die deposito is terugbetaal aangesien daar geen skade aan die park aangerig is nie. Die munisipaliteit is gekonfronteer met die feit dat die reëls vir die verhuring bepaal dat parke slegs vir kerklike doeleindes, troues en begrafnisse gebruik mag word en dat die huurder self die terrein moet opruim, maar het teen druktyd nog nie gereageer nie.

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statement read. According to Smalle, the DA understands that both the municipality and PHA contributed to the problems the residents are faced with in that residents reported leaking water meters but the municipality would issue large bills and still take steps against defaulting residents. Some have bills ranging from R100 to R80 000 for water in a two bedroom flat. Smalle said that Polokwane Municipality must lead by example and first put its house in order before taking away people’s constitutional rights to basic water and electricity. “We call on MEC Makhurupetje to swiftly intervene and ensure that there is stability at Ga Rena Rental Village as soon as possible. Tenants of the rental village are encouraged to also play their role in payment of the services rendered to them. We will also approach the Public Protector for the release of its investigation outcomes that is believed to have demining findings which could be useful towards a solution into these matters. In conclusion Smalle added that the DA will also monitor the developments in this regard to ensure that residents realise the benefits to an open opportunity society for all.

The water situation in the city is still under strain despite the fact that the levels of the reservoirs are slowly recovering. The fact that the Seshego reservoir is empty remains a reason for concern. Tidimalo Chuene, Communications and Marketing Manager of Polokwane Municipality, urged residents to limit water consumption to immediate household needs and avoid irrigation of gardens, filling swimming pools and washing cars. She added that a planned shutdown by Lepelle Northern Water (LNW) of a pipeline from the

Olifantspoort Plant to Polokwane last Wednesday, to allow Eskom to carry out planned electrical maintenance on Pump Station 2 located at Lebowakgomo Show Grounds, also contributed to the low levels of the reservoirs. Reservoir levels dropped significantly and this led to some areas experiencing low pressure and no water. LNW engaged two pumps after the shutdown to build up water levels in the affected reservoirs. “Residents, businesses and visitors should always bear in mind that Polokwane is a water scarce area. The municipality will continue to take a strong stance against those who continue to waste water because they can afford the

surcharges by instituting on the spot fines and closing off supply to those who will be found watering their gardens,” Chuene said. Severe water shortages as a result of low levels can be reported to the municipality on 015 290 2376/2001/2002 The latest report from the municipality, received at the end of business on Tuesday, showed that levels of the new 50 and 30 megalitre reservoirs were 35% and 56% respectively, while the level of the Potgieter Avenue reservoir was 50% and the old 30 megalitre reservoir was at 50%. The Seshego reservoir is at 0% and the reservoir in extension 34 is at 95%.

City’s budget: what do you get BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com

olokwane Municipality approved its 2015/16 Capital Budget that provides for projects amounting to R530 822 000, during a recent council meeting. The amount available for spending on capital projects, is made up from a contribution (equitable shares) to the amount of R426 189 000 from National Government and R104 633 000 from internally generated funds. The total projected revenue of the municipality for the coming financial year is R2 352 645 000 and comprises, amongst others, of property rates (R332 477 000), service charges (R793 523 000), water charges (R258 995 000), sanitation (R55 326 000) and refuse removal (R63 262 000), being the biggest contributors, besides the equitable share transfers. The municipality budgets for a surplus of R531 299 000, which is quite an improvement from the deficit of R36 449 000 in the 2013/14 financial year. Some of the capital projects that were approved for funding, are: • Upgrading of offices at Peter Mokaba Stadium: R3 500 000 • Refurbishment of Civic Centre: R6 500 000 • Street lights (Illumination of public areas): R1 500 000 • High mast lights in various villages: R3 300 000) • Rehabilitation of municipal swimming pool (Burger Street): R1 500 000 • No-dumping boards: R100 000. Major projects are the IRPTS Infrastructure Project for the City and Seshego Phase 1a (R127 267 000), the Transportation System and Operational Planning for the City and Seshego Phase 1a (R25 453 000) and Financial Planning for the projects (R16 969 000). No funds were budgeted for installation of traffic lights and signs, refurbishment of the Bakone Malapa Museum and the upgrading of the security facilities at the Game Reserve.

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The new Peter Mokaba Stadium that was constructed for the 2010 World Soccer.

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hildren in the Cansa Tough Living with Cancer (TLC) Oncology Ward of the Polokwane Provincial Hospital had a surprise visit on Monday when 12-year-old beauty queen, Mahlogonolo Nkadimeng arrived to spend her birthday with children less fortunate than herself. After many phone calls and much organising, Mahlogonolo got her friends and their parents together to join her at the ward for her party. The result was an exciting afternoon with small gifts handed out to the children instead of the birthday girl and a feast of cake and refreshments enjoyed by all. “As parents we thought it a good idea for her to share her birthday with less privileged kids since her birthday is during the Easter holidays, so that the children could also enjoy Easter,” Mahlogonolo’s mother Tlakale Nkadimeng explained. Nkadimeng said the main reason that they requested their daughter to spend her birthday with sick children at the hospital,

was to instil humility and good values in Mahlogonolo, her siblings and friends who joined the party, to give hope and support to the children from the ward, to show love and care and to share with those who are underprivileged. “It was very unselfish in the way she arranged everything for the kids and that she involved the children from the ward and their mothers to spend her birthday with,” said Bobby Were, Cansa TLC-facilitator. Mahlogonolo, a learner at Pietersburg English Medium Primary School, is a multiple title holder, among them Miss Glam Queen and National Miss Summer Heat South Africa, first princess. She has since a young age participated in pageants here and abroad, including Brazil and the United States of America.

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Mahlogonolo Nkadimeng’s birthday party being celebrated at the TLC Ward on Monday.

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Vehicles negotiating a mini traffic circle at Cycad shopping centre.

To stop or not to stop at a mini traffic circle BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com Although mini traffic circles have been implemented in the city for quite a while now, many motorists still seem uncertain as to how to use them. Different opinions exist in this regard but Tidimalo Chuene, Communications and Marketing Manager of Polokwane Municipality, advises the approach to a traffic circle or mini traffic circle to be, as stipulated in the National Road Traffic Act 93 of 1996, that

upon approaching or entering a traffic circle or mini traffic circle the driver of a motor vehicle shall yield and observe the traffic approaching from the right hand side of such a driver. A driver should therefore allow traffic from his right hand side to safely exit or pass the traffic circle first, until it is safe for such a driver to enter the traffic circle. Traffic circles are intended to calm traffic; reduce the possibility of angle and head-on crashes as well as crash severity and also to improve the capacity of the specific intersection.

Polokwane Muni consults on new budget BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com Polokwane Municipality has started planning for the 2015/2016 financial year, which starts on 1 July 2015. It is on this note that the municipality is starting consultations with the community and stakeholders in order to obtain their inputs on the draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and Budget. Meetings will take place on 14 April (Maja/ Molepo/Chuene) at Tshebela Sports Grounds at 10:00; 15 April (Legae La Batho, Mahlasedi Park, Polokwane Extensions 71,73,75 and 76) at Greenside Primary School at 14:00; 16 April (Seshego) at Ngoako Ramatlhodi Sports Complex at 10:00; 20 April (Sebayeng, Dikgale Bana ba Thari) at Solomondale at 10:00; 21 April (Moletjie) at Moletjie Community Hall at 10:00; 22 April (City) at Jack Botes Hall at 18:00; 23 April (NGOs, Youth, People with Disability, Women Struc-

tures) at Jack Botes Hall at 10:00 and 29 April (Mankweng) at Mankweng Community Hall at 10:00. Tidimalo Chuene, Communications and Marketing Manager of the municipality, invites community members to comment on and make submissions into the Draft 2015/16 IDP/Budget for a period of 21 days from 27 March to 4 May. Comments can be made during the scheduled public participation sessions, in writing and addressed to the Municipal Manager. Persons who cannot read or write may come to the IDP Office number 304 or 305 during office hours to be assisted to transcribe their comments or representations. For more information, Victor Nengovhela or Tebogo Mathe may be contacted on 015 290 2737, 290 2284 or 290 2117 or email: Victorn1@polokwane.gov.za or tebogop@ polokwane.gov.za or visit www.polokwane. gov.za.

Blue Light Brigade ban: DA proposes new law BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com

he Democratic Alliance (DA) in Limpopo intends to introduce a private member’s bill to restrict the use of blue lights and the use of sirens on motor vehicle transporting office bearers of government. The proposal of this Bill comes after the late Minister of Public Service and Administration, Collins Chabane’s untimely death in an official vehicle, as well as incidents of Limpopo government officials and citizens who have lost their lives in Blue Light Brigade accidents over the past couple of years. At a media briefing in the DA’s Polokwane offices, Jacques Smalle, DA Provincial Leader, last Wednesday said that it is clear that the abuse of blue-light and use of sirens by office-bearers is a threat to the safety of other road users and a violation of the rule of law. ”Those elected to high office do not have any higher status or importance on our roads. The current availability of blue lights is clearly being abused by self-important MECs, Ministers and Mayors who seem to think that being late for a meeting or a flight constitutes an emergency. The DA believes that being late is not an emergency, just poor planning

on behalf of the official,” Smalle stated. According to Smalle, residents of the province have long expressed their frustrations at speeding cavalcades of VIPs, which are prone to forcing their way through traffic, sometimes compelling other vehicles to go off the road and causing delays for fellow motorists. The envisaged regulations are intended to promote road safety and will include banning the use of blue lights by all government officials, including national ministers, other than in genuine emergencies. Where life or limb are at stake, blue lights may be justified but to save politicians from their own lateness, or to make their journeys more comfortable, blue lights are simply a risk to the safety of all other road users. “Where the DA governs, such regulations have been implemented with success, and to date no politician or official has been restricted from performing their functions due to a lack

Die lewe van ‘n gestremde kind in Eeufeeshuis LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com Die dag wat haar eersteling in Pretoria gebore is, was Annetjie Kritzinger oorstelp van vreugde om haar seun, Jaco te ontmoet. Nooit het sy kon raai dat haar kind breinskade tydens geboorte opgedoen het nie. In 1979 het Annetjie se grootste nagmerrie ‘n werklikheid geword toe sy by die kamer instap waar haar driejarige seun besig was om ‘n middagslapie te neem. “Hy was blou in sy gesig. Ek het gedink vandag verloor ek my kind,” vertel sy. Nadat sy inderhaas met Jaco na die naaste hospitaal gejaag het, het dokters verduidelik dat hy ‘n epileptiese toeval gehad het. Annetjie en haar man, Kobus, is na ‘n neuroloog verwys wat gesê het dat epilepsie in een of beide van die ouers se families moes voorkom en dat dit Jaco se toeval verduidelik het. Annetjie en Kobus het egter op ‘n tweede opinie aangedring aangesien daar geen geskiedenis van epilepsie in enigeen van die twee families was nie. Na ‘n breinskandering het ‘n

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tweede neuroloog die egpaar ingelig dat Jaco intellektueel gestremd is, moontlik weens komplikasies tydens sy geboorte. “Ons het teen ‘n breinoperasie besluit wat vir hom ‘n normale lewe kon gee omdat die dokter ons nie kon waarborg dat hy normaal sou wees nie. Daar was ‘n moontlikheid dat hy kon verswak en só agteruitgaan dat hy afhanklik van ‘n rolstoel sou wees en ons as ouers kon nie die kans waag nie,” sê Annetjie. Sy moes haar werk bedank om na Jaco om te sien, omdat kleuterskole in die omgewing nie in sy spesiale behoeftes voorsien het nie. Annetjie het van Eeufeeshuis gehoor, maar was aanvanklik skrikkerig om haar seun by ‘n versorgingsentrum in te skryf. “Ek het na die sentrum gaan kyk en onmiddellik geweet Jaco sou daar tuisvoel en maklik inskakel. Jaco is sedert 2010 ‘n dagbesoeker by Eeufeeshuis en Annetjie kan sien dat hy baie gelukkig is. Hy bly daagliks besig met die werk wat hy by die Trix Nortman Werkswinkel doen. Annetjie het by Eeufeeshuis ingeskakel as vrywilliger van die Vereniging vir Persone met Gestremdheid en sê sy het vrede in haar hart dat Jaco in goeie hande is en floreer.

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of blue lights. The DA will engage the public on this matter before the Bill is submitted and debated in the Legislature later this year. We expect that the ANC in Limpopo will see that this proposal brings politicians closer to the people, rather than keeping them aloof and above our citizens,” Smalle said in conclusion. The proposed regulations do not apply in respect of a motor vehicle in which the President or the Deputy President of the Republic or the head of state or head of government of any other country is being transported, or any other vehicle escorting or accompanying that motor vehicle.

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Polokwane muni promotes a safer city for all >> To prioritise installation of high mast lights when budget allows BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com

olokwane Municipality last Tuesday hosted a Crime Awareness Campaign at Mankweng Community Hall under the theme “Creating a safer municipality for all”. In her opening address, Thembi Nkadimeng, Executive Mayor, said the municipality in collaboration with various law enforcement bodies are committed to dealing with crime thus ensuring a safe municipality. “We are going to prioritise installation of high mast lights as part of crime prevention in areas as per statistics provided by the Police as and when budget allows,” Nkadimeng promised. Tidimalo Chuene, Communications and Marketing Manager of the municipality, says that the campaign is part of a municipal wide crime prevention effort by the municipality in collaboration with various law enforcement agencies and that the purpose is to implement a Community Safety Plan together with all stakeholders, including the community. The plan allows the municipality to supplement visible policing resources to deal with general by-laws enforcement. The opening campaign was attended by senior officials from the South African Police Service, the Limpopo Department of Trans-

Thembi Nkadimeng, Polokwane Executive Mayor, addresses guests during the Crime Awareness Campaign in Mankweng.

port, Safety, Security and Liaison, the Civilian Secretariat of Police and the National Institute for Crime Prevention and Reintegration of Offenders (Nicro), traditional authorities, community safety forums and community policing forums, among others. Chuene reports that critical issues about violent crimes in Mankweng emerged during the Provincial Safety and Security summit in November 2014. The area has been in the past year prone to high incidents of violent crimes including rape and robbery, use of addictive substances like nyaope among the youth and has the highest number of taverns within the same policing cluster, which contribute to numerous social ills within these communities. According to Chuene, Malan Nchabeleng of the Police, in his presentation on the Mankweng crime overview for the period October 2014 to March 2015, indicated that the Motholo/Mamotintane, Mankweng Units A and E were identified as hotspot areas for house breaking, robberies and rape cases. Nchabeleng urged community members not to buy stolen goods. He alluded to the crime statistics of the area which indicate that robberies with firearms amounted to 3%, robberies without firearms to 12%, rape to 8%, common robberies to 18%, house robberies to 14% and burglaries at residences to 45%. The meeting resolved that the municipality and the police should implement a programme to close down illegally operating spaza or tuck shops in Mankweng as they are perceived to be havens of criminality.

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A community member takes the opportunity to give input on crime prevention during the Crime Awareness Campaign.

GPF span saam in soektog na William van Rooyen RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Drie plaaslike gemeenskapspolisiëringsforums (GPF), Edwel, Northern Upper Town (NUT) en Sektor 4 het saamgespan in die soektog na William van Rooyen wat Donderdag as vermis aangemeld is en binne 24-uur gevind is. Gerugte lui dat Van Rooyen die laaste keer gesien is toe hy verlede Woensdag omstreeks 23:15 deur die sekuriteitshek van ‘n woonkompleks waar hy woonagtig is, gestap het. Sy familie, vriende en kennisse het sosiale media ingespan om die nuus te versprei. ‘n NUT-lid, Peet Hartman sê ‘n gekombineerde span van GPF-lede en Van Rooyen se vriende en familie het Saterdagoggend by Thornhill bymekaargekom en die omliggende omgewing deursoek. Veral Aalwynkop naby die stad se reservoirs is gefynkam. “Ek het ongeveer 11:00 ‘n oproep ontvang dat iemand Van Rooyen in die middestad gewaar het en dadelik die soektog na die middestad verskuif. Omstreeks 18:00 is hy in Buysstraat, Westenburg gevind,” het Hartman gesê. Saterdag is die soektog voortgesit nadat Van Rooyen weer vermoedelik deur die nag

weggeraak het. Hy is glo later Saterdagaand in Pretoria gevind. Hartman het sy dank teenoor die GPF-lede wat gehelp het met die soektog uitgespreek. “Een van Van Rooyen se vriende het die soektog gelei en het hom goed van sy taak gekwyt. GPF-lede het saamgespan om met die soektog te help. Casper van der Spuy het elke hospitaal en polisiestasie in en rondom Polokwane besoek en selfs plakkate gemaak en oral in die stad opgesit. Ons lede maak ‘n gedugte span in enige noodsituasie en hul onbaatsugtige bydrae word opreg waardeer,” het hy gesê. Sy vrou, Mandy sê Van Rooyen ontvang tans behandeling in ‘n Pretoria hospitaal en het haar dank teenoor almal wat gehelp het met die soektog uitgespreek. FOTO: FACEBOOK

William van Rooyen wat verlede Woensdag weggeraak het, is na ‘n intense soektog deur familie, vriende en verskeie GPF-lede gevind.

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Univen to be Saica accredited soon RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Representatives of the South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (Saica) last Wednesday briefed members of the media on the progress of their partnership with the University of Venda, University of Johannesburg (UJ) and Skills Education Training Authorities (Seta) in the banking industry (Bankseta) to have Univen Saica accredited within the next four to five years. During a lunch session at the Polokwane International Airport it was learnt that Government has invested R64 million to ensure that Univen receive their Saica Charted Accounted Accreditation in the near future. Saica Executive Director for Nation Building, Transformation and Growth and Professional Development, Chantyl Mulder during the session said although individual academics at these institutions are already collaborating with each other in

some disciplines, the need to formalise and strengthen these efforts was only recognised last year. “University of Limpopo is already Saica accredited and the province delivers excellent accounting students. We want to do the same for students at the more rural University of Venda,” Mulder said, adding that UJ is the alliance partner who will assist in the programme to have to university accredited. The programme consists of educating lecturers to ensure they are capable of presenting subjects properly and to enhance the quality of degrees. “The partnership will also focus on specific academic projects in the areas of engineering, health sciences, education, mathematics and social sciences. It will also include staff mentoring and capacity building, student exchanges and access to research and teaching facilities at UJ,” Mulder said, concluding that Saica works hard towards completing the programme within four years.

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>> Donated canned food and stationery >> ‘Children and caretakers improved remarkably’ LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com

A recent visit to Pontsho Disability Centre in rural Lebowagomo left Miss Humanity International 2014, Katryn Barwise filled with gratitude and joy at the progress that has been made at the facility. The centre, home to 55 children of different disabilities, was built two years ago after Barwise initiated the project and joined hands with Government to build it. There are now classrooms as well as three hostels on the premises. “The centre truly changed the lives of these children and although

we are still faced with challenges, like getting enough beds, I can truly see that the living conditions of the children and caretakers have improved remarkably. The centre is truly a blessing.” Barwise who was crowned Miss Humanity International 2014 in August last year hopes to bring home another accolade soon following her nomination for a TPN Award in the category Best International Title Holder. She hopes that this nomination will further put the spotlight on her projects to help alleviate poverty and create better opportunities for children and thereby hopefully even draw some donations from abroad.

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Mpho Dube, wrote in his personal capacity ear comrade Stan Mathabatha, I hope you had enough rest over this Easter as this open letter marks the start of a new chapter provincial politics, one of frank and honest and open debates. A debate has been raging about whether or not you have what it takes to lead the ANC and this troubled provincial government and extricate its citizens from the doldrums of poverty. You go about your daily business oblivious and scarcely conscious of these daily talks as they don’t take place in the boardrooms, but at drinking holes, car washes, funerals, weddings, between and among friends and many gatherings and even dingy places such as RSA on the outskirts of the capital Polokwane where uninspired government officials are known to converge daily over a bottle or two to relieve the frustration and tedium of working for a collapsing bureaucracy. These kinds of sittings provide an important and almost accurate yardstick to measure any leader’s performance, grasp on power, influence and aura of legitimacy since you wouldn’t have become a leader without these grassroots masses. Comrade Mathabatha let me put it to you, in case you haven’t heard: These people are saying you are the worst leader both in government and ANC. They say you are indecisive. They say you lack vision. As far as the author of this open letter is concerned you have shown the hallmarks of somebody who is quite incapable of acting in the interest of greater good and majority. In fact the province’s recent history is riddled with many examples of your failure to lead and inspire confidence. People are suggesting - wrongfully or not that you seem to lack concentration where it matters most. Let me remind you in case that you emerged out of the ANC last provincial conference as a compromise chairperson simply because the President had just made you Premier. You emerged out of sympathy and consideration to avoid two centres of power. Yours was not a hard fought victory, not through the will of the branches but out of default. We all know you didn’t have the necessary numbers to win this conference because you had just returned from Ukraine after a marked absenteeism from domestic politics. You wasted no time in showing your true colours by entrancing factionalism hence you now preside over a highly polarised PEC. This because you flipped the bird in the face of key fellow PEC members as soon as your chairpersonship was confirmed by the conference, notwithstanding the fact that you wouldn’t have gotten no more than ten percent of the votes had it not been for the numbers brought in by the very fellow leaders you are now isolating. To demonstrate that you don’t have political content and charisma inherent in all other leaders of the ANC, you can’t even fill a small hall, let alone a small sports complex when you address ANC gatherings.Those small crowds that have been so brazen as to attend such events have done so not because you ever say anything of lasting significance, but because they would have been bused in with the promise of a meal, a T-shirt and free entertainment. This poor people remain attentive and captivated for as long as there is an artist on stage. As soon as you take to the podium the exact opposite is the case because you comrade Stan bore these poor people to death with your uninspirational and poorly researched speeches. Little wonder why they call you a “Yellow bone”. It is high time that the people of this province became stoic when dealing with comrades who are in office to reverse their heart-gained gains. In other words as we enter this debate we should have freed ourselves from being moved by temporary joy and submit without complaint and fear to the unavoidable necessity that Limpopo is like a troubled plain facing dangerous turbulence and about to vanish in to the Bermuda triangle and in desperate need of a smart pilot who will be able to firmly grasp the controls and steer this flight on to a safe and opposite direction. Comrade Stan those comrades who gather daily in crowds of twos, threes and tens at RSA, in beach front at Seshego Zone 4, at The Hoek over half skop, at Waterland, at Industrial Chesa Nyama, at Jazz Joint, at Cubbana over a 15-year old bottle or a 740 ml

Amstel Lager in Phagameng Location don’t seem to think you are this much-needed pilot and neither do I. Since ascending to this plush office you and your friends have suddenly developed a fetish for parties where goat and expensive whisky are the order of the day. These endless celebrations and conspicuous consumption were made fashionable by the expelled youth leaders. They quickly became unpopular and disliked for flashing cash while neighbours went to bed on empty stomachs. Their wings were clipped and you were brought in to clean up their “mess”. It begs a million questions: Are you cleaning up or are you trying to outshine them? How is your frequent goat and whisky “rituals” different from the “all white” private parties which became synonymous with the young politician from Zone 1 in Seshego? Are you sure you didn’t envy his lifestyle while you were an ordinary civil servant? Are you sure he is not your role model? Surely someone in your neighbourhood can’t even afford a taxi fare to get to a local clinic to access ARVs or flue treatment while you are living it up with friends. How a grown up man like you celebrates- all year round- these prestigious positions while citizens of this province are at dire straits is beyond human comprehension. You developed selective amnesia when your own administration failed to use R559 million budget meant for human settlement in the province. The fact that you didn’t see anything wrong with this discord points to the paucity in your leadership skills. I remain perplexed that you are still in office. You have failed to address the problems in Mogalakwena and Malamulele. Premier don’t you think that it is time for you have a reality check? Mogalakwena has been ungovernable for months because you failed to command leadership both administratively and politically. The people of Mogalakwena deserve better service delivery while your grandstanding because you are hellbent on protecting your allies. Because of this embarrassment the ANC deployed Coghsta Minister Pravin Gordhan to clean up your mess. As if this was not enough you continued to embarrass the ruling party by promising the people of Malamulele their own municipality. Your empty promises backfired badly and the community of Malumelele went on a rampage unleashing never-ending riots in their wake. Our kid’s education was disrupted in the aftermath of a total shut down as members of the community expressed their disgust over your blunders. Once again Minister Gordhan and the late Public Administration Minister Collins Chabane had to intervene in order to save the day. The economy of the province has taken sunk to its lowest levels in the post-apartheid SA. There is a serious capital flight out of the province. Local business people are retrenching staff, closing offices and fleeing the province as major tenders meant to stimulate local economy are being almost exclusive warded to business people from a certain coastal province. While there is nothing wrong with any South African doing business throughout the country you need to be naive to accept that it’s OK for virtually every big tenders to be won by a cabal from one province. It’s disheartening to hear how business people lament about not being able to do business in their own province because of poor leadership. Despite being alarmed about the dynamics you decided to bury your head in the proverbial sand as you are still intoxicated by the premiership and the life of a celebrity that comes with blue light status. Under your leadership over 1 000 pupils in Limpopo were a subject of food poisoning. Instead of owning up to these calamities you opted to spin doctoring. While I’m an award winning senior journalist who worked and continue to do work in the mainstream print media, I am today writing in my private and personal capacity as Mpho Dube - the activist who found my voice when I was warned to be silent or have my own head cut away from me like an elegant weed. Comrade Premier, you purport to be a communist. Let me leave you with words of Che Guevara - a true Marxist revolutionary - who said anyone who trembles indignation at every injustice is a comrade of his. When you take to bed tonight only you and your gods will know that you fall very short of being a true comrade, let alone a communist, not even a “yellow” one. Letter shortened - Editor.

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Dames kan hulle gereed maak vir ‘n ontspanne oggend van lekker kuier en groot bederf op 18 April. Die gesogte jaarlikse damestee wat Exclusive Properties en Freshwell jaarliks ten bate van die Wiele 500-trust aanbied, help mense met ‘n behoefte aan ‘wielebene’ om onafhanklik te funksioneer, al is hulle in rolstoele. Die drie groot trekpleisters van vanjaar se tee wat by Grin Court aangebied word, is Erik Holm, wat as seremoniemeester optree, Mathys Roets en Stefan Ludik. Holm, wat ‘n kwadrupleeg is nadat hy in 2004 sy nek in ‘n duikongeluk gebreek het, sê: “My horisonne as gestremde is steeds eindeloos. Ek kan nie nou aan enigiets dink, behalwe loop, wat ek nié kan doen nie.” Hy speel ook die rol van ‘n kwadrupleeg in die kykNET-sepie, Binnelanders en het onder meer die regie en skryf van musiekfilms soos, Pretville en Liefling behartig. Mathys Roets is al ‘n integrale deel van Wiele 500-funksies. Hy is ‘n inspirasie en spreekbuis vir gestremdes omdat hy so normaal moontlik probeer leef al is hy sedert 2009 in ‘n rolstoel na ‘n motorfietsongeluk. Hy ry duine, het al in Kanada geski, speel gholf, neem aan

wedlope deel en ry kwadmotorfiets. Boonop steel hy harte met sy kenmerkende droë humorsin, sagte oë en besondere baritonstem. Roets bly ‘n inspirasie omdat hy glo sy mobiliteit definieer hom nie as mens nie. “Ek het Mathys gebly ten spyte van die radikale ommeswaai in my lewe. Lag bly my grootste plesier.” Stefan Ludik is ‘n sanger, liedjieskrywer en speel die rol van die aantreklike dokter Gustav Kemp in Binnelanders. Hy is ook deel van die musiekgroep, Elvis se Seun. Bespreek nou reeds jou kaartjie by 015 297 1132/33 (Exclusive Properties) of 015 296 1276 (Freshwell). Kaartjies kos R280 wat ‘n piekniekete insluit.

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>> Dramatology Creative and Performing Arts Academy presents drama classes for kids every Saturday from 11:00 to 12:00 for ages six to nine and from 12:30 to 13:30 for ages ten to 14 at 61 Devenish Street (Laca offices). Ntsiki Raphesu 082 393 5316 or E-mail: dramatology@gmail. com. >> Oudleerders en leerkragte van die Hoër Tegniese en Handelskool Tom Naudé van 1950 tot 1962 word versoek om met Yvonne Pienaar by 082 626 0320 in verbinding te tree. ‘n Reünie word beplan en sal op 22 Augustus by Ridgeback Village in Centurion gehou word. >> Polokwane Park Run over 5 km takes place every Saturday at 08:00 in the park opposite Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé. Participation is free and all is welcome. Felicity Roberts: 079 897 3314/ parkrun.co.za.events. 11 April >> Women of Worth Polokwane hosts a Women’s Fair from 10:00 to 13:00 at Bet Shalom Church Hall. The event is for women who are passionate about reaching out to other women, have a heart for those who don’t know Jesus Christ, have a passion for kids, the elderly, the sick and the poor. It is a interdenominal event and entry is free. Karen Botha: 073 339 7642. >> Polokwane Park Run over 5 km takes place at 08:00 every Saturday at the park opposite Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé. Participation is free and all is welcome. Felicity Roberts: 079 897 3314/ parkrun.co.za.events. >> Cars in the Park vind vanaf 08:00 tot 15:00 in die oorloop parkeerterrein van Mall of the North plaas. Handelaars mag deelneem teen R200 per inskrywing. Shalta Engelbrecht: 082 260 4992. 17 en 18 April >> Die Simfonia Juventi Jeugorkes tree op 17 April om 12:00 gratis vir skole in die Limpopo-saal by Bolivia Lodge op. Op 18 April om 18:30 vir 19:00 tree die orkes weer in dieselfde lokaal op en kaartjies kos R100 per volwassene en R50 per skoolgaande kind. Drag is semi-formeel. Navrae: Akademie Reformia se skoolkantoor by 015 298 8145 of Ans Becker by 082 457 8171. 17 tot 19 April ‘n Leef Voluit-kamp vir enkellopendes word by Mahuto Lodge buite Polokwane aangebied en lede van alle kerkverbande is welkom. Die besprekings op die kamp sal fokus op heelwees, groei en verhoudings. Kobus Seegers: 082 923 0549. 18 April >> Die Maribashoek Skietbaanklub bied vanaf 07:30 ‘n korporatiewe skietdag by die R.C. Brits Skietbaan in Mokopane aan. Inskrywingsgeld beloop R300 per skut vir ‘n span van vier en is betaalbaar voor 18 April. ‘n Ete, twee koeldranke, ‘n deelnamesertifikaat en medaljes vir wenners is ingesluit. Ferdi Bam: 082 785 6108 of Ford Winnertz: 082 443 5076. 1 Mei

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Bloodshed and violence in Mokopane

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>> Charles Modige shot and killed >> Three arrested, due to appear in court today (Thursday)

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olice in Mokopane have described recent reports of violence in the small town as an illusion created by residents. The very same residents claim to be fearing for their lives and are pleading for help as they await gangs rumoured to be carrying AK47s and intent on continuing an alleged killing spree. An email received from a woman who wished to remain anonymous for fear that she and her father may be the next victims, reads: “The situation is completely out of hand because of these gangs shooting, killing Mokopane Taxi Association (MTA) taxi owners and their families. Now their latest violent movement is to burn all the houses belonging to MTA taxi owners.” In a telephonic interview the source alleged that three houses in Mahwelereng have already been burned down while others were destroyed by a rain of bullets. According to her violence continuously erupts between MTA, the concerned group and the Mogalakwena Residents Association (MRA). “Innocent

people are losing their lives and it seems like the Police are not doing anything. Taxi owners have previously opened cases against the concerned group and MRA but they are still roaming the streets,” she said. Mokopane Police Spokesperson Irene Masingi confirmed that three people were arrested over the weekend after political activist Charles Mogide was shot in cold blood in Nelson Mandela Drive on Saturday. “They will appear in the Mokopane Magistrate’s Court today (Thursday). An argument between the concerned group and community members led to the killing,” she said. Four firearms were confiscated. Masingi could only recall one incident where a house was partially burned. This followed the killing of a taxi owner in the residential area of Mokopane two weeks ago. “Gideon Fatane had just stopped at his house and as he was about to enter his home he was gunned down,” Masingi said, adding that the situation is not as bad as described by residents and that they are creating an illusion about the whole situation. This while only a few months ago

MRA Chairperson, Piet Pale was also shot and killed as a result of political squabbles. The killings related to taxi feuds and politics in Mokopane are continuing unabated. MRA Spokesperson Thintha Mokhonoana is quoted to have said that MRA members were among the taxi association members preparing for the funeral of Fatane when they were confronted by a group and violence erupted which led to the shooting of Mogide. Democratic Alliance (DA) Constituency Head of Mogalakwena, Beyers Smit said the DA has urged Provincial Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola to launch a task team to probe murders in Mogalakwena Municipality which are political motivated. Masemola has until tomorrow (Friday) to respond to the letter. “Tension in Mogalakwena is now running high as protesting taxi operators have since the assassination of Fatane brought all taxi services to a standstill. The Police must act to rid Mogalakwena of political thuggery, rather than protect factions and allow political assassinations,” Smit said.

SACP Castro Pilusa District to tackle effects of poverty YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com The recent Castro Pilusa District Executive Committee meeting of the South African Communist Party (SACP) in Limpopo gathered to process the recent 6th district congress resolutions and adopt a programme of action to serve as a guide to branches and allied partners in the district. Among key issues dominating the discussions were the appalling and horrendous squalor conditions under which the people of Greenside outside Polokwane found to be languishing in, stated District Secretary Chuene Malebana in a media release. This follows visits to vulnerable families in the area in the build-up to a memorial service for Moses Kotane and JB Marks last Friday. During the visits, he indicated, the community and heads of families highlighted the urgent need for Polokwane Municipality to provide basic services such as housing, water, electricity, sanitation, clinics, storm water drainage, the provision of a clinic, community hall and a high school as well as municipal and Police satellite offices. Malebana referred to the people of Greenside requesting an imbizo with the

provincial government to make their demands and challenges heard. “The DEC resolved to make a clarion call to the Polokwane Municipality to prioritise addressing the socio-economic and infrastructural challenges confronted by the particular community in honour of the struggle stalwarts and the heroes of the liberation struggle whose mortal remains where repatriated from Moscow in Russia to be buried in South Africa.” The DEC committed itself to ensuring that all its structures embark on activities that will celebrate the 60 years anniversary of the freedom charter whilst at the same time making an assessment in its implementation by our government. The DEC also voiced its displeasure about the conduct of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) who chose “to take a populist path in our democratic institution by plunging confusion amongst our people. Any form of anarchy and disregard of the democratic laws should be condemned. Thanks to President Zuma for having forthrightly and firmly responding to these enemies of the revolution and demagogic leaders who are masquerading as true revolutionaries. The President response was consistent with the traditions of our movement of always proceeding from the premise of factual facts and truth”.

Miss Dikgale Beauty Pageant LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com Residents of Dikgale can look forward to loads of glamour and excitement on Saturday evening when the Miss Dikgale Beauty Pageant 2015 will be presented at the Marobala hall from 19:00. The project is the initiative of the Dikgale Development Youth Group (DDYG) programme, a group of young learners from the area whose aim it is to help their community. They decided on a beauty pageant for girls in order to boost their confidence. “Beauty pageants build confidence in young women and create role models who can mentor their own peers,” Linah Rapotu, one of the organisers of the Miss Dikgale Beauty Pageant 2015, explained Ten finalists will contest for the title of Miss Dikgale who will become an ambassador for the community and represent it in platforms and network with stakeholders for the advancement of youth interest. Linah also said they aim to prepare the youth of Dikgale for social integration. Contestants will also be given professional

modelling and etiquette training which will prepare them for bigger stages like Miss Limpopo and Miss South Africa. The pageant is identified as one of DDYG 2015 fundraising projects which will assist the organisation to generate more funds to ensure financial stability. Entry is R10 and funds will go towards the campaign’s career guidance to learners, assisting with payment of application fees for Grade 12 learners from poor family backgrounds that want to study at institutions of higher learning in South Africa, and to provide financial assistance to school learners who cannot afford to buy school uniform. Judges at the crowning will include Kholofelo Lekganyane, Miss Limpopo 2014, Percia Mahlo, Miss Personality 2015 of University of Limpopo, Salane Mahlatji, Miss Santa Clause 2015, Zodwa Mdingi, first princess of Miss Mankweng and Nthabiseng Mogagane, Face of Savannah Mall 2015. Linah and co-organiser, Moses Thetane assured that they can’t wait for the pageant and the entire community is looking forward to the event.

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CRIME shorts Fifteen arrested in Westenburg over weekend

At least 15 people from the Westenburg Policing area spent Easter weekend behind bars after being arrested for various crimes. Police Spokesperson Mohlaka Mashiane informed that six persons were arrested for driving under the influence of alcohol; five for drinking in public and four for possession of drugs. “Police took a zero tolerance attitude towards criminals and were out in full force to bring offenders to book,” Mashiane said, adding that Police maintained a high visibility and conducted stop and search operations throughout the weekend. The 15 suspects were due to appear in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday.

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Thirteen people who were arrested in Mankweng during a recent special operation by the Police will appear in the Mankweng Magistrate’s Court tomorrow (Friday) facing charges of armed robbery, theft and the possession of suspected stolen property. Provincial Police Spokesperson Ronel Otto said the special operation was conducted after an increase in armed robberies and cases of theft reported by students of the University of Limpopo. “Students were targeted on their way home after leaving campus when they were allegedly overpowered by the suspects who robbed them of especially laptops and cell phones,” Otto said. At first Police managed to arrest eight suspects and several stolen items were recovered. During the weekend Police managed to apprehend another five suspects and more stolen goods including an unlicensed firearm and ammunition and electrical appliances were confiscated. “Some of the suspects also face charges of rape and attempted rape. All suspects are still in custody,” Otto said, adding that, also in Mankweng, an intelligence driven operation led to the arrest of three suspected armed robbers. “They were stopped in their tracks before they could launch their attack on a delivery truck transporting cigarettes in the Lulekani area. An unlicensed firearm and ammunition were confiscated. One of the suspects can allegedly be linked to similar armed robberies on the same cigarette company in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Limpopo and North West,” Otto said. They are expected to appear in court soon.

Boer in Modimolle glo vermoor, ander aangeval

Bossie Badenhorst (64), ‘n boer van die plaas Marulafontein net buite Modimolle se lyk is Saterdag in ‘n stoor op die plaas gevind. Provinsiale polisiewoordGESOEK voerder, Ronel Otto sê ‘n eiendomsagent wat die perseel aan moontlike kopers gewys het, het Badenhorst se lyk in die stoor gevind. “Ons vermoed Badenhorst is reeds ‘n dag of twee tevore aangeval en vermoedelik met ‘n pyp doodgeslaan,” sê Otto. Die polisie is op soek na ‘n plaaswerker wat hulle moontlik met die ondersoek kan help. Enigiemand met inligting kan ondersoekbeampte Koos van den Berg by 072 534 5334 skakel. In nog ‘n voorval op ‘n plaas in die Platjanomgewing is Adriaan Aimero op sy plaas deur drie mans aangeval, vasgebind en van sy besittings beroof. Otto sê die aanvallers het Aimero vasgebind en rondgestamp. “Hy is nie beseer nie, maar sy pistool, geweer, bakkie, selfoon en kontant is gesteel. Nog geen arrestasies is gemaak nie en die ondersoek duur voort.”

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Mall of the North launches exciting Kiddies Club

all of the North (MoN) will celebrate its fourth birthday with the launch of a new exciting and exclusive Kiddies Club on Saturday. The fun-filled club is open to kids aged three to seven, and kids who join on Saturday will receive a goodie bag and special gift to celebrate MoN’s birthday and share in all the cool activities. René van der Merwe, Marketing Manager of MoN explained that the Kiddies Club will host a range of interactive, educational and entertainment filled events every second month, with special events lined up for school holidays. “Kiddies Club members can look

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forward to plenty more awesome benefits like their very own Kiddies Club Card, a Mall of the North voucher on their birthday and they’ll be the first to know about the awesome upcoming club events.” “We are so excited about the launch of our Kiddies Club,” MoN General Manager, Sumari de Ridder said. “We are pleased to be able to provide a fun new safe environment for kids to enjoy themselves, make friends and take part in a range of fantastic activities. We have no

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Tender documents will be available from Tuesday, 14 April 2015 at 12:00 from the offices of Lepelle Northern Water situated at no. 01 Landdros Mare Street, Polokwane. Tenders not submitted in the tender box on the date and time stated above will be marked as late tenders and will not be considered/evaluated. Procurement related enquiries may be directed to Mr. Ngwako Moseamedi on 015 295 1800 and Technical enquiries to Mr. Phokela Moloto on 015 295 1800 from 08:00 to 16:00, Mondays to Fridays. NB:Bidders will be evaluated on functionality first, only those qualifying by achieving the minimum cut off points as per Tender will be evaluated further on administrative compliance and then price and BBB-EE. Administrative Compliance Mandatory requirements – Only bidders who have submitted the following documents will be considered, namely:  Original and valid Tax clearance certificate issued by SARS  Company registration documents  Completion of all SBD Forms  Relevant Registered Dealer or Agent in Sales and Maintenance of Trucks (For LNW 55/14/15)  Relevant Registered Dealer or Agent in Sales and Maintenance of Fleet (For LNW 56/14/15)  Relevant Registered Dealer or Agent in Sales and Maintenance of TLB (For LNW 57/14/15)  Relevant Registered Dealer or Agent in Sales and Maintenance of LDV (For LNW 58/14/15)  Compulsory site briefing attendance (Fill attendance register, all JV members must attend and fill in the register)  Letter of Good Standing (COIDA)  All bid documents must be completed in full and in blank ink(No correction fluid is allowed)  Compliance with specification Other Required Documents • Municipal current rates account not more than three months old should be submitted (Proof of address similar to address of place of office operation. Lease agreement with account statement or shareholders address acceptable as proof of office address(conformation letter endorsed by commission of Oath, note that before appointment this will be verified) • Proof of purchase for Bid documents • Certified ID copies of the company shareholders • Certified valid copy of BBB-EE Certificate NOTE:  The JV partners must submit both mandatory and other requirements for each company. Please note that the above required documents will be be deemed as mandatory to the preferred bidder. Required documents will be requested for submission within Two working days and failure to submit will be deemed as non-responsive. SPECIAL CONDITION Lepelle Northern Water’s Tip-off Hotline Speak out against fraud and corruption • For contracts above R3m(Three million rand), the following special condition apply: Anonymous fraud hotline Details (i) All bidders from outside Limpopo must enter into a Consortium or Joint Venture with local HDI/HDC of suppliers Free Call: 0800 20 48 57 | Free Fax: 0800 00 77 88 (ii) The perscentage of the contract value managed or executed by the local partner must not be less than 40% of the Free Post: KZN 138 Umhlanga Rock, 4320 project value. Email: lepelle@tip-offs.com | Website: www.tip-offs.com

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Carlie Britz accompanied by Angela Makamure, Press Officer for Médicins Sans Frontières (MSF) in South Africa. PHOTO: YOLANDE NEL

>> Relating experiences as maternity supervisor in sexual and reproductive health section of tent hospital in Doro refugee camp, Upper Nile State of South Sudan >> Running for cover as shots get fired, hand grenades dropped

Saving lives in a war situation YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com

er tall, slender features create the impression that Carlie Britz would be more at home on an international catwalk than in a war zone attending to scores of under-age, malnourished mothers dependent on her for mere survival during child birth that often results in inevitable miscarriage. A nurse at a private hospital in Klerksdorp, Britz briefly touched down in Polokwane last week for an evening screening of an award-winning documentary on the work of Médicins Sans Frontières (MSF), the Frenchfounded non-governmental organisation (NGO) that sent her off to South Sudan for six months last year. In an interview with Polokwane Observer she related her experiences as a maternity supervisor in the sexual and reproductive health section of a tent hospital in Doro refugee camp in Upper Nile State of South Sudan. She was joined on her stop-over in Polokwane by Angela Makamure who is Press Officer for MSF in South Africa. Their stay coincided with a Limpopo fundraising effort by MSF. Britz explained that initially she had to fight off disappointment at not making it onto the shortlist of medical professionals counting among a South African contingent to go and assist in Haiti in December 2013. However, her opportunity to embark on humanitarian aid work elsewhere in the world arrived in the beginning of 2014 when she opted to go to the upper eastern part of South Sudan. From May to November last year the refugee camp became her home. Situated among the fighting Dinka and Nuer tribes, it was also home to an estimated 150 000 refugees relocating there from Blue Nile State. The situation was volatile and security

protocols were very strict. She recalled that throughout her stay, gun shots in Blue Nile State about 50 km away could be heard when the wind changed direction. Britz shared several recollections, including an incident during which they had to run for cover in a safe house in the MSF compound in the beginning of August last year. She mentioned shots being fired and hand grenades dropped as people from a nearby market ran for their lives. Six confirmed deaths included NGO workers from the Nuer tribe while civilians were killed by stray bullets, she added. Save for high-frequency radios they were left without communication with the outside world. When the team got evacuated Britz did not mind staying on with nine other fieldworkers to deliver crucial medical services, working 24 hour-shifts for six weeks after. When eventually re-joined by five of their fellow-team members, they had to be prepared to leave at short notice once a plane would arrive from the capital about eight hours away as it only had carrying capacity for ten passengers. Not all was doom and gloom though. She remembered a day when a 16-year-old girl, Siama pulled through after giving birth to a baby while suffering multiple organ failure due to severe malaria. Those were happy moments of the rare kind amid war, poverty, disease and despair. Finding it generally easy to pack up and go for short spells, she had her hopes on Afghanistan, Pakistan or India next when she expected to board the next plane in September, but would not mind a mission in a francophone African country either, she mentioned. Britz expressed the conviction that it was her responsibility to help relieve the plight of others and restore their hope in humanity. Adrenaline and a love for travel, she conceded, were surely part of that mix required to survive the experience.

Jeug baat by jeugontwikkelingseminaar LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com Jeugdiges van die Bloedrivier-omgewing buite Seshego het die afgelope naweek ‘n jeugontwikkelingseminaar by Cuzebuli Adventures Camp buite Polokwane bygewoon. Melville Botha van Sent2Serve Ministries het in sy aanbieding op die jeug en hulle probleme gefokus en alledaagse struikelblokke uitgelig. “Omdat baie jongmense met ‘n swak selfbeeld sukkel, het ek probeer om tot hulle deur te dring en hulle te laat besef dat elkeen uniek en spesiaal is,” sê Botha. Tydens die seminaar wat Christelik gefundeerd en die eerste van vyf vir die jaar is, het Botha onderwerpe soos wie is ek, verhoudings, hoe om myself en ander te vergewe en God se Vaderhart aangespreek. Jessica Addo, ‘n plaaslike arbeidsterapeut en gasspreker het met die jeug gepraat oor maniere om teleurstellings te oorkom. Terugvoering na Irene Sebola maak die seminaar was notas tydens die baie positief. Die seminaar.

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Melville Botha spreek die jeug toe oor alledaagse probleme.

onderwerp wat die jongmense die meeste geraak het, was die deel oor vergifnis. Botha sê dis dikwels die gewildste onderwerp omdat dit vir baie mense moeilik is om ander en hulself te vergewe. Hy het ook sy persoonlike ervarings oor dié onderwerp met toehoorders gedeel tydens sy aanbieding. “As jy nie kan vergewe nie, sluit jy jouself in ‘n tronk toe. Deur te vergewe sluit jy die deur van daardie tronk waarin jy is, oop,” het hy oor vergewensgesindheid gesê. Botha het besluit om jeugseminare aan te bied toe hy ongeveer ‘n jaar gelede ‘n gasspreker in Soweto was en besef het hoe stukkend die jeug is. Botha se organisasie, Sent2Serve Ministries se visie is om die goeie nuus van Jesus Christus onder almal te versprei en om mense die geleentheid te gee om hulle lewens te verander en in die proses gemeenskappe te ondersteun en op te bou. Botha het Cuzebuli Adventures Camp en LPF Inflatables bedank vir die borg van ‘n waterglybaan wat tot die dag se sukses bygedra het. Sent2Serve Ministries is by SARS as ‘n Openbare Weldaadsorganisasie (PBO) geregistreer daarom kan skenkers belastingkorting kry. Botha bied die kampe gratis vir die jeug aan en is afhanklik van borge. Diegene wat sou belangstel om ‘n Kgabo Mokwele, Mmagoledise Mamaro en Bless- donasie te maak, kan Botha by 076 359 4945 skakel. ing Maleka tydens die seminaar.

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HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

he MEC for Agriculture, Joy Matshoge tabled at total budget of R1,697 billion for the fiscal year, during her 2015/16 budget speech in the Legislature last Thursday. The bulk of the budget is Equitable Shares at R1,370 billion as compared to R327 million of conditional grants for the same period. For the 2015/16 financial year Matshoge has set aside about R113 million for food production support programmes towards Fetsa Tlala Integrated Food Security Programme which is part of the National Food and Nutrition Security Programme. This allocation is intended to support farmers with production inputs and ploughing costs. The amount of R350 million has been set aside for the purpose of land restitution in 2015/16. “It is worth noting though that these funds referred to above, are not part of the provincial budget appropriation,” Matshoge said. In the 2015/16 financial year, the department has allocated R5 million for the rehabilitation and expansion of the Turfloop Fish Hatchery to improve its capacity to produce more fingerlings for our farmers. The fish will be distributed to potential emerging and small-scale fish farmers throughout the province in order to increase production. A further R5 million has been budgeted to assist fish farmers to comply with Food Safety and Health Regulations, and for the construction of fish processing facility at the Tompi Seleka College of Agriculture. Disaster Management The Waterberg District was declared a flood disaster area in 2014. Farmers suffered crop and livestock losses, damage to farm roads, irrigation dams and other infrastructure. A total of R22 million has been allocated in the 2015/16 financial year to assist the affected farmers in Waterberg. Included in the allocation is the final phase of flood relief scheme for farmers in the Mopani district for repair of damaged infrastructure. It is still expected that these adverse conditions will prevail and the department therefore plan to intensify

disaster risk reduction through proactive programmes including early warning systems. National Resource Management In the 2014/15 financial year, the Land Care Programme was allocated R10 178 million to address natural resource degradation challenges. The department was able to fence off an area of 134 km² to improve the grazing conditions of the lands. Thirty-two kilometres of fire belts to stop veld fires were prepared while 38 gabion structures were constructed for soil conservation. Through a raft of conservation measures, approximately 3 000 hectares were cleared of alien and invasive plants while 15 236 hectares were rehabilitated for farming purposes. Through the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) Incentive Grant allocation of R15 million, the department managed to create 3 318 work opportunities including the implementation of other infrastructural work such as fencing construction at the yellow line for control of Food and Mouth Disease and improving grazing conditions. JOB CREATION As outlined in the National Development Programme, the agricultural sector is expected to create 1 million permanent jobs by 2030. In line with that prognosis, EPWP initiatives have been allocated R5 million to promote the creation of temporary work opportunities and training which will culminate either into a formal employment or self-employment. “Our intervention in the production and business side of agricultural enterprises that we are supporting are also expected to contribute towards job creation and retention in some instances. We aim to create an estimated 5 000 work opportunities within the budget allocation for different programmes and projects in 2015/16,” Matshoge explained. Programme 1 - Administration: The purpose of the programme is to manage and formulate policy directives and priorities and to ensure there is appropriate support service to all other programmes with regard to finance, personnel, information, communication and procurement. The budget for this programme

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Programme 5 - Research and Technology Development Services: The purpose of this programme is to render agricultural research services and development of information systems with regard to agricultural and natural resource utilisation technologies. Crop and animal research and trials are conducted within the Limpopo agro-ecological environment. The budget in this programme has increased from R50 million in 2014/15 to R58 million in 2015/16. This budget will also be utilised for maintenance of infrastructure requirements for the department’s two research stations. Programme 6 - Agricultural Economics Services: The purpose of the programme is to provide timely and relevant agricultural economic services to the sector in support of sustainable agricultural and agri-business development to increase economic growth. The budget in this programme increased from R23 million in 2014/15 to R25 million in 2015/16. Programme 7 - Structured Agricultural Education and Training: The purpose of the programme is to strengthen training and research capacity of agricultural colleges, provide training programmes in appropriate fields to prospective and practising farmers, extension officials and advisors, develop and present suitable needs driven training programs and ensure accessibility of training programmes to potential farmers. This programme caters for the Madzivhandila and Tompi Seleka colleges and the budget has increased from R96 million in 2014/15 to R97 million in 2015/16. Programme 8 - Rural Development Coordination: The purpose of the programme is to facilitate and coordinate planning and implementation of integrated rural development programs in line with the Limpopo Rural Development Strategy. The program will work with all key stakeholders in order to ensure that government and its social partners deliver sustainable and efficient rural development services to rural communities. The budget in this programme had decreased from R8 million in 2014/15 to R6 million in 2015/16.

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Boston looks at new world careers for the new world student “Advances in technology and new discoveries are the drivers of new work and new careers. While there’s no way to tell which jobs have permanent staying power, there currently are many career fields showing stability and durability through the promise of future growth,” says Natalie Rabson, Marketing Manager at Boston City Campus & Business College. Not so long ago, the term “events management” conjured up images of corporate hospitality or sporting events. Today it’s a sunrise industry, with events becoming a cornerstone of the hospitality industry. “Underpinning this kind of work are complex skills and knowledge involving design, marketing, communication, innovation and planning. That’s also what makes studying events management so fascinating. This qualification teaches one skills that cross career boundaries and opens up opportunities that weren’t explored before,” says Rabson. Another industry crying out for talent is that of Information and Communication Technology. In South Africa the ICT industry is starting to face the same problem as our engineering sector, with experienced techies ageing out of the industry and too few young professionals coming up through the ranks. “Our software development industry has a demand for skills and fresh talent. South Africa’s younger generation needs to grab this opportunity. Hewlett Packard predicts that by 2020 we will literally live in technology. IT is the future and, besides marketing the industry to high schoolers, the ultimate onus rest with university curriculums to become in sync with the latest trends in technology; something which is happening slowly,” says Rabson. Then there are careers related to newage marketing; careers such as Social and Digital Media Manager, Digital Media Consultant and Social Media Professional. “Over the last few years, and especially this year, careers in social media have exploded as companies realise the value of reaching their customers on the medium where they spend most of their time. According to social

marketing platform Offerpop, there’s been an incredible 1,4% increase in social media positions posted on LinkedIn from 2010 to 2013. The fact is, in social media we have future-proof careers. The sooner our younger generation realises it, the better,” says Rabson. Another fast-growing career field with many lucrative opportunities is that of Human Resources (HR). Career analysts expect the number of human resources jobs to increase in the future and, what’s more, the median annual income for careers in human resources is above the national average in most western countries. “A career in HR brings with it multiple opportunities for variety and career progression. Today HR professionals are known as business partners who get the best from people in order for organisations to succeed. Long gone is its label of a backroom function that only reacts when prompted,” says Rabson. These are but a few of the many career paths growing in demand and showing future promise in developing even further, which begs the question: have tertiary institutions truly stepped up to the new world? “At Boston we have to keep on reminding ourselves just how important it is to stay ahead of what’s happening. These days technological advances and new discoveries are immediately devoured by industry. As members of academia, we therefore have to be the true visionaries; we are in touch with corporate and industry to determine their skills needs, and we develop course curricula in accordance with these needs. Further, we ensure that our future generations of students are fully equipped to face a rapidly changing world,” concludes Rabson. For more information on new world careers and their relevant course offerings, please visit Boston City Campus & Business College in Polokwane on the first floor of the Pioneer Building at 52 Landdros Maré Street, call 015 291 2579, or visit www.boston.co.za.

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Fanie Jooste met lede van die Simfonia Juventi Jeugorkes in die agtergrond.

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Voortreflike orkes besoek Polokwane binnekort LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com Inwoners van Polokwane kan hul gereedmaak vir musiek uit die boonste rakke wanneer die Simfonia Juventi Jeugorkes op 18 en 19 April in die stad optree. Hierdie orkes is nie onbekend in Polokwane nie en het vantevore met groot sukses hier opgetree. Simfonia Juventi is in 1981 onder leiding van Alan Solomon as die TOD-orkes gestig. In 1994 is die orkes tot die Simfonia Juventi Jeugorkes herdoop. Die doel van hierdie orkes is om geleenthede te skep vir belowende jong musikante om ervaring in ‘n orkesopset op te doen en ook om musiektalent te identifiseer en te ontwikkel. Die orkes het oor die jare aan kultuurfeeste in teaters soos die Staatsteater en die Old Mutual-saal van Unisa in Pretoria deelgeneem en volledige konsertuitvoerings op sowel die platteland as in groot stede gelewer.

Simfonia Juventi word saamgestel uit skoolgaande leerders uit verskeie stede in Suid-Afrika. Vanjaar bestaan die orkes, onder leiding van Fanie Jooste, uit 98 lede. Kriteria vir toelating berus op musikale vermoë en die musikant se vaardigheidsvlak. Die huidige groep orkeslede kan daarop aanspraak maak dat hulle geselekteer is uit ’n groot aantal aansoeke en dat die orkesmilieu daarom van kundigheid, vaardigheid en talent getuig. Die Simfonia Juventi Jeugorkes tree ook op aanvraag by skole op waartydens die leerders van graad 0 tot 12 op baie interessante wyse kennis maak met die verskillende instrumente in die orkes en hoe ‘n simfonieorkes werk en saamgestel word. Die gratis uitvoering vir skole in Polokwane vind op Vrydag 18 April van 11:45 tot 13:00 in die Limpopo-saal van Bolivia Lodge plaas. Saterdagaand tree die orkes om 19:00 ook by Bolivia Lodge op. Kaartjies kos R100 vir volwassenes en R50 vir skoolgaande kinders. Skakel Ans Becker by 082 457 8171 vir meer inligting.

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Business: Zenem Auctioneers What do you enjoy most about your work? Auctioneering is a very dynamic business to be in and I enjoy the excitement of the salesroom How do you live out your passion for your career? Providing good service and seeing that my customers and suppliers are treated with honesty and integrity What is your most important business principle? Good service and having exceptional interpersonal relationships with my clients and suppliers

No match for Mahindra Maxitruck RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com

ahindra is known for manufacturing powerful and reliable workhorses and locals can expect nothing less from the Mahindra Bolero Maxitruck Plus that is expected to arrive at MGM Motors Mahindra Polokwane soon. The Mahindra Bolero Maxitruck Plus comes with all the legendary toughness of the brand. Automobile manufacturers in India are bearing the responsibility of manufacturing trucks that can fit the needs of customers. Mahindra is one of the brands which is making headlines in the pick-up truck arena by continuously updating its portfolio. The Mahindra Bolero Maxitruck Plus has been added to this segment to offer something bigger. Built to bear a higher pay load limit with a larger loading area, yet being as efficient as any other competitor, the truck comes out as a wonderful package, which addresses the needs of customers. Mahindra Bolero Maxitruck Plus is equipped with a 2,5 litre direct injection common rail engine which delivers 46,3 kW at 3 200 rpm. The much needed torque for a pick-up vehicle comes up to 195 Nm between 1 400 and 2 200 rpm. The engine requires low maintenance with minimal wear and tear.

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The Mahindra Bolero Maxitruck Plus, a workhorse with no match will soon be available at MGM Motors Mahindra Polokwane. Mahindra claims that the Bolero Maxitruck Plus has a respectable fuel economy of up to 17,7 km per litre and it is equipped with a 45 litre fuel tank. The long wheelbase of 3 150 mm helps for better stability, while the rigid-leaf front suspension is designed to handle all kinds of South African terrain. The power steering makes the drivability effortless and its low turning radius helps you get in and out of the narrowest of spaces. The Maxitruck makes a style statement as well with its eye-catching wrap around headlamps, trendy duel tone instrument panel and attractive fabric seats with matching door trims. A mobile charging

Ledet strives to develop ICT as economic sector HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za Young people in the Information Communication Technologies (ICT) sector should come up with a practical youth engagement framework and a workable plan of action that will assist the province in coordinating and harmonising its efforts to work with the youth on various levels in the sector. This was the appeal made by MEC for Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (Ledet) Seaparo Sekoati during the Provincial ICT Youth Conference held in Polokwane last Friday. “The Youth Engagement Framework and Workable Plan of Action should include, among others, the meaningful participation and involvement of young people in ICT for development programmes and projects, promotion of continuous learning, mentoring and incubation of young people working in ICTs,” Sekoati said.

“It should also include establishing practical partnerships and collaboration between national and multination firms with Small Medium Micro Enterprises (SMME), developing a youth cadre of knowledge workers and knowledge technologists to participate in the key sectors of the provincial economy, mining, agriculture, tourism, environment, manufacturing, health and education, establishing funding mechanisms for innovative business ventures and most importantly developing ICT as an economic sector and improve service delivery,” he added. He further stressed that young people can accomplish this because they have the potential to contribute to the next generation of policies toward sustainable development. “More than any other generation, today’s young people are the leaders in creation, development, adoption and use of information and communication technologies,” concluded Sekoati.

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Seaparo Sekoati, MEC for Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism and Head for the Department, Solly Kgopong.

point, conveniently placed holders and side steps are all standard features of the Bolero Maxitruck Plus. The front nose is designed to enhance safety with a solid and rugged look. The cargo deck is a massive 3,7 m² and can carry up to 1 150 kg which makes the Maxitruck the ideal workhorse in any work situation to carry big loads. The Maxitruck will be one of the strongest and most affordable diesel pick-up trucks on the South African road. For more information on the Bolero Maxitruck Plus contact MGM Motors Mahindra Polokwane on 015 287 9660 or visit their showroom at 106 Landdros Maré Street.

Post Office in financial meltdown? BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@ gmail.com

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Mlu Mathonsi, Congress of the People acting Group (Cope) is seriously Head of Sapo. concerned about the alleged financial meltdown at the South African Post Office (Sapo), with most major suppliers threatening with legal action. Dennis Bloem, Cope’s National Spokesperson, said in a media release that most suppliers to Sapo have presumably not been paid since August 2014. “Some of the major suppliers are now threatening action. Two companies that operate sorting machines are unwilling to continue operations. Smaller suppliers who had stopped supplying Sapo some time ago, are impatiently waiting for payment. It is shocking that eight months down the line government has not yet resolved the situation. It is even more shocking that government has not been transparent about the financial problems at Sapo,” he said. “Cope calls on government to ensure that suppliers are paid. The failure at Sapo should not pull other businesses down. Cope also calls on government to ensure that the public is made aware of the full extent of the financial problems at Sapo, urges Bloem. Mlu Mathonsi, acting Group Head of Sapo, reacted by saying: “While we are currently facing a difficult financial situation, we are making steady progress towards an improved position. I can confirm that the SA Post Office is engaging individual suppliers according to a payment plan that is tied to our cash-flow situation.”

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Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

Web: NBK8747

This wonderful shell house offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, open-plan lounge and is burglar proofed. It has a well maintained garden and has enough space to build a garage and a carport. This home is next to Lucky 7 shopping complex and is close to schools and churches.

R1 682 000

This magnificent property offers three bedrooms with built-in cupboards and two full bathrooms, open-plan with a stunning modern kitchen. It also has an entertainment size lounge and dining room area. It is situated in a very well kept sought after complex in Polokwane. Included in the deal is a double garage for your cars and storage needs.

Town

Web: NBK8839

R1 860 000

Four bedrooms with enough room for the kids to study and a separate study room that you can use as your little office. Laundry room outside, the living room has a fireplace for those cold winter nights. This property also boosts a huge lapa with a braai area and a pizza oven and a coal stove. The well and easy to maintain garden is under lawn and has lovely trees and a beautiful water feature. This gem has 3 flats at the back to help you pay your bond. It has a bachelor flat with a carport, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and fitted cupboards.

Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

Web: NBK8357

R759 850

Lesedi Park

R760 000

Web: NBK8922

Solomon C: 076 105 6543 Email: solomon.k@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

Web: NBK9287

R400 000

Turf

R645 000

Web: NBK9328

Moses C: 084 414 2023 Email: moses.moreku@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

Web: NBK9988

Dorp

R498 475

Web: NBK9339

This family home is situated in Lesedi Park and offers four bedrooms, two bathrooms, dining room, lounge and one garage. The house as an alarm system and is burglar proofed, for your family’s safety. Close to shopping mall.

Nestled on the 878 m² stand this beautiful shell house offers two bedrooms, one bathroom, lounge and kitchen, a neat garden and enough space at the back to build a separate flat or you can build or extend this home for your family. Close to the Lebowakgomo complex and Eureka Primary School. Call now!

Bendor

R3 740 000

From the entrance hall of the house you are ushered into the open-plan TV room and dining areas which are well endowed with space for your relaxation. This 502 m² mansion offers five large bedrooms, each with walk-in wardrobes and under floor heating. Modern kitchen with a separate scullery and pantry and laundry room. Words cannot do justice to this property, you will have to see it to believe it! There is separate outside room complete with a shower out at the back that will serve well as maid’s accommodation. Beautiful swimming pool surrounded by lovely trees, plants lawn and greenery.

Wow, a family home with style and elegance! This family home that will melt your heart. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, double garage, beautiful garden, wall around the house and ADT security for the house. All this is just one call away.

Come and view this neat home on a 963 m² stand which consists of three bedroom, two bathrooms, lounge, dining, standard wooden kitchen cupboards, double garage and two outside laundry basins. And it has an outside room with bathroom and toilet. Close to shops and hospital.

An absolute bargain. Flat in town. Close to all you need in Polokwane. A walk to shops and schools. It offers two bedrooms and one bathroom. Call me today as the place is ready for new owners to occupy it.

Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

Web: NBK9379

Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

Ladanna

R738 410

Town

Web: NBK9349

Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

Character unit on top floor, beamed ceilings and height and airiness. Open-plan cherry kitchen, one garage, TV room, pantry, alarm, electric gate, two bedrooms, main with en suite with a bath, and second bath room, big laundry space and braai area. 500 meters to the shops. Call now to view the place.

Tshepo C: 072 222 8148 Email: tshepo.mashele@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

R1 060 000

A great office investment in town with parking space which can impress both you and your client. This townhouse has business rights, next to the banks and other offices. Three bedrooms, one bathroom, garage and enough parking space for your clients. Ten townhouses this complex, four have already been converted into offices for law firms and an engineering company and is right next to Eskom on a busy road of town. Don’t hesitate to call on us if you rightly decide to make this yours and do not want to rent anymore.

Web: NBK8322

Rentals Bendor Bendor Ivy Park Town Mankweng Penina Park R1 302 000 Ladanna R1 500 000 This spacious four bedroom two bathroom house is in quiet surroundThis house is situated on a huge stand of 1 428 m². It has four Nirvana bedrooms, two bathrooms, lounge, dining room and a kitchen ings. The neighbourhood is excellent for a long-term property investwith a pantry. It also offers a swimming pool, electric fencing and a ment at the same time providing a lovely family home. Both bathrooms borehole for low cost maintenance for your garden. Less than 300 are fully tiled and the rest of the house has beautiful laminated wooden Seshego meters from Piet Hugo Primary School. Perfect place to raise your flooring. Three of the bedrooms have built-in cupboards and the fourth one can be used for a study if needed. The double garages will fit two cars comfortably and leave more than ample space for your storage needs.

family. Call us to go and view this property.

Freddy C: 082 692 1698 Email: freddy.maboho@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

Solomon C: 076 105 6543 Email: solomon.k@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Batshweneng

Web: NBK9226

Web: NBK8987

R16 800 R6 500 R5 000 R2 800 R3 500 R3 900 R3 800

3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms and 2 Garages 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom and 1 Garage 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom and 1 Garage 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom

Want to rent out your property? We have qualified tenants looking for a place to rent. 015 295 3511 or 084 633 9420

NEWS

Bikers reach out over Easter

April 9, 2015

32 OBSERVER polokwane

>> Visited Ivydale Shelter and Soetdorings Country Club >> 58 bikes took part in run BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com

Photos: Barry Viljoen

he biker community of Polokwane on Saturday again proved that they have the welfare of the city’s children at heart when they handed out Easter eggs at Ivydale Shelter and Soetdorings Country Club.

Julian Prinsloo cannot wait to dig into all those Easter eggs. A big machine and an even bigger cause. Marzette and Sakkie Oosthuyzen took part in the Easter Egg Run on Saturday.

The 56 bikers and passengers, in traditional biking attire, convened at Savannah Mall, from where the run to the venues invited admiring glances from passers-by. Convenor of the event, Richard van Balkom of Bikers That Care, expressed his gratitude to all who contributed to make the Easter Egg Run a success and in particular Pick n Pay Savannah who donated the eggs.

Richard van Balkom and Wickus Prinsloo hand out boxes of Easter eggs to children at Ivydale Shelter.

KAMPHERBEEK TWINE & POGRUND

TO LET Pola Court Compensatie Elim Plein St Kiepersol

Bendor Gardens Eastlee Serala Village Shaluka’s Plains Andante

R2 000 R2 300 R2 800 R3 000 R3 000 R3 400 R4 300 R4 350 R4 450 R5 300 R5 300 R5 800

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Room with bathroom. Room with bathroom. Bachelor. Bachelor. Bachelor. 1 Bedr, 1 bathr, carport. 2 Bedr, 1 bathr, carport. 2 Bedr, 2 bathr, carport. 2 Bedr, 2 bathr, carport. 3 Bedr, 2 bathr, carport. 3 Bedr, 2 bathr, carport 3 Bedr, 2 bathr, garage, garden.

Members of the Polokwane bikers’ community assemble at Savannah Mall before departing to Ivydale Shelter.

HOUSE The Aloes R9 500 01/05/2015 3 Bedr, 2 bathr, lounge/dining room, kitchen. Upmarket. 25A Biccard Street • Tel: 015 295 0420/21

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

CONTaCT: SaN 072 159 5126 1) UPPERTOWN: R4 000 000.00 6x3 Bedroom townhouses, 1x1 Bedroom flat, 1x bachelor flat, communal pool, security fenced. Excellent income potential!! 2) 17ha PLOT: R2 700 000.00 4 Bedroom house with pool, 2 x 3 bedroom flats, 2 x 2 bedroom flats. 3) WELGELEGEN: R2 350 000.00 Beautiful modern house with pool, lapa, landscaped garden, excellent security!

CONTaCT MaNIE : 083 635 0513

1) BUSINESS 2 PROPERTY IN COMMERCIAL BUSINESS AREA OF ANNADALE – 2 855 M² 2) 2 x INDUSTRIAL WAREHOUSES 3) 2 BEDROOM FLAT (135 M²) IN CBD, POLOKWANE IDEAL FOR OWN OFFICE USE 4) 340 HECTARE CATTLE FARM, CLOSE TO POLOKWANE R4 200 000.00 5) VARIOUS INDUSTRIAL PROPERTIES, VACANT AND DEVELOPED

CONTaCT: MaTIE 083 271 5259 1) 4 ha PLOT IVYDALE:R5 500 000.00 On main road, excellent investment potential, 4 bedroom house, 2 bedroom house, workshop and storerooms of ±1000m² 2) 8.9ha TWEEFONTEIN PLOT: R5 800 000.00 4 Bedroom house, 3 bathrooms, 3 living areas, granny flat - own kitchen and bathroom. 8 en suite chalets, big hall with kitchen, 2 big timber decks, sleeping hall for 72 guests, swimming pool, lovely garden, electric fence. Can be used for weddings and other functions. 3) ±160 ha FARM: R5 000 000.00 Close to Mookgophong with large 4 bedroom house and overnight accommodation for 26 people, swimming pool, lapa and conference facilities. Lots of water. Sold as a going concern.

CONTaCT: STEPhEN 082 558 3525

PLOTS: 1) ROODEPOORT: 26 ha vacant R1 500 000.00 neg 2) ON N1 PRETORIA RD 8.5 ha 3) KALKFONTEIN 8.5ha – 3 houses – urgent sale! FARMS: 1) WATERPOORT ±1500ha GAME FARM 2) PIETERSBURG 300 ha - CATTLE/ CROP FARM + loose assets (100 Bonsmara cattle) 2 houses, strong water; pivot R6 500 000.00 3) BANDELIERKOP – CATTLE/GAME FARM ±950ha 4) ALLDAYS 250 ha 5) PIETERSBURG – 240 ha R4 250 000.00 6) BYLSTEEL ROAD – 400 ha INDUSTRIAL - FOR SALE: 1) Industrial Stand - ± 1.5 ha. R4 500 000.00 excl 2) Developed warehouse and office R4 000 000.00 (SAB area) RESIDENTIAL: 1) WELGELEGEN – R1 700 000.00 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge, dining room, lapa, swimming pool, 2 garages. TO LET: RESIDENTIAL: CONTACT: SAN 072 159 5126 ROOM WITH BATHROOM: UPPER TOWN: R2 750.00 Immediately TOWNHOUSE: BENDOR: R6 000.00 1 April 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open-plan living area, garage. TOWNHOUSE: UPPER TOWN: R3 500.00 1 April 1 Bedroom flat. HOUSE: UPPER TOWN: R10 500.00 1 April Golden oldie situated on corner of prominent 5 000 m² stand. HOUSE: BENDOR: R10 000.00 Immediately 4 Bedrooms, 3 living areas, study, beautiful kitchen, double garage. PLOT: KALFONTEIN: R3 300.00 1 April 2 Bedroom house. PLOT: KALKFONTEIN: R3 300.00 1 April 2 Bedroom rondavel. PLOT: ON PTA ROAD: R3 000.00 Immediately 2 Bedroom flat 20km from city. TO LET: INDUSTRIAL: CONTACT: STEPHEN 015 287 3300 Industrial: To let: 1) 1000 m² + big yard R30 000.00 excl 2) SAB 320 m² 3) NIRVANA 2300 m² Warehouse 4) LADANNA ±200 m² Warehouse with big yard and office Office Space: 1) CBD -100 m² 2) HAMPTON COURT 220 m², 345 m²

FAMILY HOME FAUNA PARK R1 580 00

BEST INVESTMENT! Only 1 of 4 units left! Selling at R399 000! Rental income of R3 690 p/month You do the Maths! P24-102628796 082 082 303 303 9111 9111 R399 000

Michelle

Cornel

082 082 396 396 7178 7178

3 Bedroom house with double amenities, neat fixtures and beautiful garden with borehole. Double garage, lapa, 2 x aircons and 2 x ceiling fans. P24-102760857 EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY 4 Luxury size en suite bedrooms, spacious open-plan living areas, gourmet kitchen, study, flat / crafts room, Jacuzzi, pool, 3 garages and 2 covered parkings. Superb quality 082 082 303 303 9111 9111 throughout!

Michelle

082 082 303 303 9111 9111

Michelle 082 303 9111

ThE PERfECT START! 4 Bedrooms, modern kitchen with gas stove and separate scullery. Entertainment area, double carport and Private garden. P24-102590669

URGENT! I have qualified buyers for your rezoned stand. Michelle Call me today! 082 082 303 303 9111 9111 Sole Mandate Quality Check Yes

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R1 300 000

Erika 082 953 1686

1. Did your Sole Agency performed as promised? 2. Did your Sole Mandate sell at the recommended price? 3. Did your Sole Mandate sell in the mandate period?

Cornel 082 396 7178

Sole Mandate success rate for 2015 = 95.7%

Marlene 082 804 4156

Marianna 083 268 5097

April 9, 2015

Polokwane Observer

ANTON 082 443 6039

AIDA POLOKWANE

PHOTO: LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK

MEC for Agriculture visits disability centre

15A Schoeman Street, Polokwane, 0700, P.O. Box 1961, Polokwane, 0699 Tel: 015 295 3134 Fax: 015 295 3161 E-mail: polokwane@aidasa.co.za Website: www.aida.co.za

ROSEMARY 082 804 9725

EACH FRANCHISE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

Tel: 015 295 3134

Agriculture MEC Joy Matshoge is welcomed by Dingie Machado, Manager of Reakgona Adult Centre

RETHABILE GARDENS NOW SELLING

STANDS AVAILABLE IN RETHABILE GARDENS DEPENDING ON SIZE: FROM R182 710 TO R210 540

LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com Personnel and residents from Reakgona Adult Centre for disabled adults in Polokwane were surprised to receive a visit from the MEC for Agriculture, Joy Matshoge who arrived bearing a gift of fruit and vegetables on Monday. Matshoge, in response to a warm welcome, said her department brought the food because it is their responsibility to feed and encourage the nation and to extend a helping hand. “This visit made me very emotional and urges me to do more for people like the residents of the centre. I am challenged to do more this year and I am determined to help the centre where I can,” Matshoge stated. Dingie Machado, Manager of Reakgona Adult Centre said that they often received visitors but when she heard that the MEC for Agriculture was paying them a visit, she was surprised and a bit overwhelmed. “We are very grateful for the donation and thank them for their time and for paying us a visit,” Machado said.

POPULAR RETHABILE GARDENS - R513 995 Brand new home in popular Rethabile gardens offering practical layout, good finishes and spacious rooms. A carport has been added for your comfort. Call today to view. Ref: 91344190541 PETER RAGOPHALA - 073 219 4538 Bed: 2 Bath: 2 Car: 1

DON'T MISS OUT ON THIS FAMILY HOME - R550 000 A newly built house at Rethabile gardens. The yard is enclosed by walls with electric fence and gate. Close to public transport, school you name it. Don’t miss this one. Call today. REF: 91344187106 SIMON MATHEBULA 082 476 8916 BED: 2 BATH: 1 CAR: 2

SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME. REF NO: 91344160610 Calm elegant open-plan living area. Modern kitchen with granite tops. Loft which can be used as a study. Cinema for entertaining, splash pool plus braai area. Close to Muslim school. View now and fall in love. ON SHOW 15 TO 17 APRIL 2015 FROM 12:00 TO 17:00 4 2

2 Carports 0

FLORA PARK • R1 290 000 HOME.

REF

NO:

91344190768

Family home. Beautiful newly renovated kitchen with granite tops. Stand of 1013 m². Enough space to extend. Good area. Reasonable price. Call today to view. 0 0 Carports 0 4 2 INA • 079 597 8636

Paartjie beloof ewige trou FOTO: VERSKAF

Chris en Martie Swanepoel is onlangs in die huwelik bevestig. Die paartjie woon in Polokwane.

072 544 8836

suzettejacobs@hotmail.com

BODORP: R1 395 000

Enjoy the peaceful lifestyle in this well kept 2 bedr, 2 bathr, spacious townhouse. 1 Garage.

LADANNA: R980 000 Lovely garden, pool, 3 bedr, 1 bathr home. Needs some TLC inside.

WELGELEGEN: R1 950 000 Luxury, style, comfort, perfect! Move-in-ready. Enjoy life-ever-after in this 3 bedr, 3 bathr home. The home features lovely bathrooms, a pool and a lapa. The hobby room with its bathroom doubles LE E as a flatlet. Low maintenace and SO DAT N A ample parking. M

ACACIA ESTATE: R995 000

For the investor. A free standing 3 bedr, 2 bathr SOLDATE N house in an estate. No garage. Carport. MA

TWEEFONTEIN: R1 565 000 2 Ha plot.

REF NO: 91344188986

Kids can walk to school. Walking distance to town. Electric fencing all round. The house is situated in a very quiet area. Large stand. Call today to view.

0 Carports 0

3 1

JAMES • 072 236 7310

0 Carports 2

8 8

INA • 079 597 8636

4 2

3 Carports 0

GRETHA • 082 802 1874

LEBOWAKGOMO • R135 000

POLOKWANE • R3 760 000

VACANT STAND! REF NO: 91344189329 This stand offers you 450 m² of development space. Close to the schools and new Mall@Lebo. Call me today!

INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX BUILT TO PERFECTION. REF NO: 91344181049 Upmarket double-storey offices (285 m²) warehouse/workshop (323 m²). Stand 1203 m². Plus 3 carports. Good quality finishes, air-conditioning, surveillance cameras, electric fence, alarm system, controlled access, balcony, brick walled and chromadek roof. Reception area, boardrooms, 5 offices, storerooms, kitchen and 3 bathrooms. Don’t delay, please call to view the property.

STAND

JAMES • 072 236 7310

LOUWRENS • 082 958 6632

POLOKWANE • R500 000

IVY PARK • R2 440 000

WESTENBURG • R800 000

NEAT FAMILY HOME FOR NEWLY WEDS. REF: 91344190778 A nice neat family home ideal for first time buyers. The property has newly fitted burglar bars. Close to churches, schools and taxi ranks. Call now to view. 0 0 Carports 0 2 1 JACOB • 082 466 8366

S T U N N I N G FA M I LY H O M E . REF NO: 91344189721 A semi double-storey property consisting of 6 spacious bedrooms and 4 bathrooms. Granny flat with 2 bedrooms. 4 garages, 3 carports, 3 entrances, 2 lounges, 2 dining rooms and 2 studies. Electric fence and gate. Lapa and swimming pool with a borehole and paved entrance. The property also has a braai area and 2 balconies. Close to all amenities. Call now to view.

BIG ENOUGH FOR LARGE FAMILY. REF NO: 91344188170 Big and well maintained house - walled all round, each room airconditioned, nice garden, quiet street, close to schools and Police station. Not far from library and public swimming pools. Don’t delay.

3 2

2 Carports 2

1 LOUWRENS • 082 958 6632

AFRICAN JEWEL • R510 000

1 Carports 0

SIMON • 082 476 8916

STANDS

LE E SO DAT N MA

IVY PARK • R820 000 S P A C I O U S A N D N E A T.

BENDOR • R1 910 000 G R E AT L O C AT I O N . REF 91344191086 Walking distance from Oosskool. Spacious rooms, living areas and main bedroom with baby room. Large covered patio, braai area leading to swimming pool. Plus a borehole. Act now.

BENDOR • R2 200 000

2 2

BENDOR GABLES: R995 000

GRETHA • 082 802 1874

CAPRICORN • R3 450 000 SMALL FARM CLOSE TO TOWN. REF NO: 91344190657 Close to Savannah Mall and new hospital. Eight (8) en suite rooms, dining room and beautiful garden. Well maintained. Good security. Borehole. Must see for serious buyers. Call today. All furniture, linen etc. Included in sale.

UPMARKET DOUBLE VOLUME EXECUTIVE RESIDENCE. REF NO: 91344181040 Stunning home built to perfection - high quality finishes – open-plan living areas for entertainment - spacious bedrooms, study, well planned kitchen, laundry/scullery with granite tops. Veranda with braai area overlooking a lovely garden and sparkling pool. The estate is family oriented and children’s needs are catered for. Please call me to view the property.

FIRST TIME BUYER! REF NO: 91344187409 Neat house in African Jewel. Close to school, public transport, doctors and shopping centre. Enough space for extension. Walled and a lockable garage. Call me for an appointment.

Old world charm with lots of woodwork and built-ins. 4 Bedr, 2 bathr home, study, sewing room, 2 garages and domestic quarters

NEWLY BUILT HOUSE. - R495 000 Newly built house at Rethabile gardens. It has 2 bedrooms - 1 bathroom. Kitchen and dining room. This house will suit first time buyers. It is neat and tiled. Please call today to view. REF: 91344189247 PETER RAGOPHALA 073 219 4538 BED: 2 BATH: 1 CAR: 0

IVY DALE R2 295 000

LE ATE O S ND MA

FA M I LY

PERFECT FOR FIRST TIME BUYERS. - R551 615 Well constructed new home in Rethabile gardens. Ideal for young family who are buying their first home. Popular area. Close to transport routes. Call today for an appointment. REF: 91344190553 SIMON MATHEBULA 082 476 8916 BED: 3 BATH: 2 CAR: 1

Area Lebowakgomo 91344190183 Serala View 91344190301 Serala View 91344190298 Woodhill 91344187628 Woodhill 91344189458

"Size M²" Price Agent 480 R130 000 Jacob Mkhabela 082 466 8366 601 R380 000 Simon Mathebula 082 476 8916 1080 R400 000 Simon Mathebula 082 476 8916 545 R385 000 Gretha Alberts 082 802 1874 1483 R1 074 100 James Maoto 072 236 7310

Diamond Arrow Award 1st Overall

HANTI 084 549 5928

BODORP • R1 825 000 SPACIOUS FAMILY HOME

REF NO: 91344179773

Spacious and well kept family home. Close to CBD. Sizeable stand of nearly 1200m². Ideal family home. Large living areas and a granny flat. Call now! 0 2 Carports 1 3 2 RINA • 082 929 9717

HOUSES TO LET FLORA PARK

BENDOR

4 Carports 0

6 4

JACOB • 082 466 8366

R 11 900

R 17 500 3

JAMES 072 236 7310

LOUWRENS 082 958 6632

PETER 073 219 4538

SIMON • 082 476 8916

BODORP • R1 630 000 POPULAR RESIDENTIAL LOCATION REF NO: 91344189108 This friendly family home offers you a relaxing atmosphere. Spacious bedrooms with enough built-in cupboards. Granny flat, swimming pool and lapa. Close to CBD and schools. Don’t let this one get away. Waiting for your call. 1 RINA • 082 929 9171 0 Carports 0 3 1

ANTON • 082 443 6039

IVY PARK BODORP BENDOR (1/5/15) SERALA VIEW SCHOEMAN

GRETHA 082 802 1874

BODORP • R1 200 000

R 5 000 R 6 000 R 7 000 R 7 500

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URGENT!!!!!

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OFFICES TO LET

DALMADA + FLATLET R 7 150

2 Carports 2

OFFICES IN SECURED OFFICE PARK REF NO: 91344181573 Offices in popular Hans van Rensburg Street within walking distance from CBD and other office developments. Newly renovated and ready to be occupied. Call now. Tomorrow might be too late.

TOWNHOUSES TO LET R 11 000

3 2

VICTOR 073 066 6805

ELMARIE 082 977 7020

190M²

R25 700 PM

165M²

R19 600 PM

190M²

R16 500 PM

36M²

R7 185 PM

JACOB 082 466 8366

INA 079 597 8636

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

ELMARIE - 082 977 7020

SIMON 082 476 8916

KOWIE 082 854 0452

RINA 082 929 9171

EVERYTHING WE TOUCH TURNS TO SOLD

Verkeersdepartement besoek inwoners van Eeufeeshuis

NEWS

April 9, 2015

34 OBSERVER polokwane

LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com

Daantjie Kat het by Eeufeeshuis besoek afgelê. Voor is Nicoleen Brits en Ally Thopola. Agter is Betty Emslie van die verkeersdepartement, Madelain Nel en Solly Letlalo.

TEL: 015 295 4537/8 | 071 670 6643 | Fax: 015 291 1166 7a HaNS VaN RENSBURG STREET TO LET BACHELOR FLATS R2 400 – Voortrekker St Bachelor flat with kitchen, bathroom. Prepaid electricity. Water R90 per month. R2560 – Hospital Park – Bachelor with kitchen a bathroom. Carport. Prepaid electricity. 1 BEDROOMS / SLAAPKAMERS R2 400 – Ladanna – 1 Bedroom, bathroom, lounge, kitchen and carport. Prepaid electricity. Available 1 May. From R2 600 to R3 025 – Hospital Park – 1 Bedroom flat with bathroom, lounge and kitchen. R3 180 – CBD – 1 Bedroom, bathroom, lounge and kitchen. Phone now to view! R3 400 – Faunapark – 1 Slaapkamer woonstel in erf. Badkamer, sitkamer, kombuis en afdak. Water en ligte ingesluit. R3 400 – Netjies! 1 Slaapkamer met badkamer, sitkamer, kombuis en afdak. Koop krag. Dadelik beskikbaar. 2 BEDROOM TOWNHOUSE / 2 SLAAPKAMER MEENTHUISE R3 400 – R4 350 – Ladanna – 2 Bedrooms, bathroom, lounge, kitchen and carport. Prepaid electricity. Phone now to view! R3 450 – Spoorwegst – 2 Slaapkamers, badkamer, sitkamer, kombuis en afdak. Koopkrag. R3 900 – Thabo Mbeki St – 2 Bedrooms, bathroom, lounge, kitchen, garage and carport. Immediately available.

R4 085 – Ruim 2 Slaapkamer meenthuis op 1ste vloer, badkamer, sitkamer, kombuis en afdak. Koopkrag. Geen diere. R5 520 – Plein St – 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge, kitchen and garage. Prepaid electricity. R6 800 – Bendor Gables – 2 Slaapkamers met vol badkamer, oopplan sit-eetkamer, kombuis, motorhuis. Koopkrag. Baie goeie sekuriteit! 3 BEDROOM TOWN HOUSE R5 300 – Ladanna – 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge, dining room, kitchen, scullery, TV room and garage. Prepaid electricity. R5 750 – Compensatie St – 3 Bedooms, 2 bathrooms, lounge, kitchen, garage, prepaid electricity. Close to schools. Available 1 May. HUISE / HOUSES R7 480 – Penina Park – 3 Slaapkamers, 2 badkamers, sitkamer, eetkamer, kombuis, opwas, waskamer, stoorkamer, dubbel motorhuis + 1 Slaapkamer woonstel met kombuis, badkamer, sitkamer en 2 afdakke. Water en ligte by munisipaliteit, beskikbaar 1 Mei. R8 000 – Voortrekkerst – 3 Slaapkamers, 2 badkamers, sitkamer, eetkamer, kombuis, waskamer PLUS woonstel met badkamers sitkamer en kombuis. Beskikbaar 1 Junie.

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Various office space available, sizes from 87m² to 598 m². 120m² Warehouse available in Ladine.

FOR SALE

PHONE ANEL 071 125 2844 A selection of properties for sale.

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nwoners van Eeufeeshuis en dagwerkers van die Trix Nortman Werkswinkel het onlangs ‘n besoek van die Polokwane munisipale verkeersdepartement ontvang en meer oor verkeersreëls geleer. Betty Emslie, assistent-superintendent by die verkeersdepartement, het inwoners ingelig dat ‘n pad slegs by ‘n voetoorgang oorgesteek mag word of wanneer ‘n verkeersbeampte in uniform instruksies gee dat voetgangers die pad mag oorsteek. Sy het ook verduidelik wat die verskillende kleure van ‘n verkeerslig beteken. “Voordat jy ‘n pad oorsteek moet jy altyd regs, links en weer regs kyk en doodseker maak daar kom nie motors aan nie, voordat jy oor die pad mag beweeg,” het Emslie gesê. Emslie het ook inwoners daarvan bewus gemaak dat veiligheidsgordels ten alle tye gedra moet word en dat

Centenary House resident Angus Whitehead, René Venter, Thembi Khoza and Timothy Ngobene, front, with Michael Standers in the middle. At the back is Estelle Pretorius, Kiewiet du Preez (second from right) with Danie Grobler and Theo Vermaak.

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mense onder geen omstandighede mag bestuur indien hul alkohol gebruik het nie. Spoed is ook aangespreek en Emslie het verduidelik dat mens jou ‘n boete op die hals kan haal indien jy te vinnig ry. “Indien die spoed baie hoog is, kan ‘n bestuurder dadelik in hegtenis geneem word,” het Emslie gesê. Inwoners kon vrae vir Emslie vra en het die praatjie terdeë geniet. Daantjie Kat van die verkeersdepartement het ook sy verskyning gemaak en inwoners kon foto’s saam met hom neem. Maart was Bewusmakingsmaand vir Intellektuele Gestremdheid en in die lig daarvan het die Vereniging vir Persone met Gestremdheid (VPG) elke Donderdag stimulerende praatjies vir inwoners en dagwerkers van die Trix Nortman Werkswinkel by die tehuis gereël. Johnny Graham, openbare bewusmaking- en fondsinsamelingsbeampte

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Landdros Maré north: 125 m² @ R 9 000pm Landdros Maré north: 500 m² @ R35 000pm CBD-Offices: CBD EAST: 326 m², 110 m² and 123 m² @ R60/m². Parking available. Thabo Mbeki Street: 66 m² @ R110/m². Biccard Street: 160 m² @ R85/m² (g/ floor) and @ R75/m² (1st floor) WAREHOUSES/WORKSHOPS: Superbia: 2 Warehouses each 270 m² @ R10 000pm neg. Modern warehouse with good exposure and covered load-bays etc.: 2100 m² @ R35/m² Ladine: 270 m² Workshop/warehouse @ R9 000pm. Laboria: Warehouse: 500 m² @ R17 000pm. Warehouse: 1 100 m² @ R25 500pm. ALL FIGURES QUOTED ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE OF VAT.

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BENDOR: RANGE R950k. Must have 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining room/lounge, kitchen and a lock-up garage! Pre-qualified buyer is waiting, phone me urgently please!? PENINA PARK – R980 000 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining room, lounge, kitchen, 1 garage and single carport. Paved and fully fenced.

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Bettie Emslie demonstreer verkeersreëls aan inwoners van Eeufeeshuis en dagwerkers van die Trix Nortman Werkswinkel.

LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com People tend to panic when a fire breaks out and this may lead to injuries that could easily have been avoided. This information was among the helpful tips shared with the residents of Centenary House learnt last Thursday when Theo Vermaak, an instructor from Fire Training Polokwane gave a talk about the use of different fire extinguishers. He informed the residents that fire extinguishers can help save lives and property if they are used correctly. He cautioned that paper, carton and dry grass were among the items found near and in houses and that can help a fire spread. Candles are also dangerous and can easily cause fires if not handled properly. He said the best way of dealing with a fire that has started in a building is to leave the building and not reenter until it has been declared safe. Danie Grobler, from the Polokwane Municipality’s Disaster and Fire Management Services warned: “In two minutes you must be out of a burning building and be careful because accidents can happen anywhere. During a fire windows and doors must be closed to prevent the fire from spreading.” Johhny Graham, Public Education and Awareness Officer of the Association for Persons with Disability (APD) Limpopo said it was interesting to see the residents participating in the talk and asking questions. “We are very grateful for the Fire Training Polokwane and Polokwane Municipality, Disaster Management and Fire Services for their time and the information,” Graham said.

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PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME!! 1) MAHLAKO A PHAAHLA – R230 000: A vacant stand. The very last stand in the market, call now!! 2) SESHEGO – R420 000: 4 Room home. 3) SESHEGO ZONE 4 – R460 000: 3 bedrooms, bathroom, lounge, kitchen, garage. Call now for an appointment!! 4) EAGLES CREST – R395 000: Vacant Stand, 704 m². Good price for the area…… 5) CELTIC MEADOWS – R430 000: Vacant Stand, 800 m². 6) FLAT IN LADANNA – R420 000: 2 Bedrooms, bathroom, lounge, kitchen and a carport. Call me now for viewing!!!

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SMALLHOLDINGS: Dendron road: 21ha, Game Fenced (Electric) in a water rich area, old house and shed @ R2 160 000. GAME FARMS: 1. Bandur District: (east of Alldays): 4 440 Ha currently used as well developed cattle farm. 3 Title Deeds @ R5 300/ha 2. POLOKWANE: 2 000ha: Beautiful scenic game farm with 5-star guest lodge, a hunters’ lodge, manager’s residence etc, and sold as going concern and only 35km from the city! P.O.R. CATTLE FARMS / BEESPLASE: 1. North-East of Alldays: 2 460 Ha. 10 Ha under Irrigation part of a well-developed Cattle Farm @ R6 300/ha (VAT REG.) 2. Alldays: 629 ha: Partly Game Fenced, 1 Borehole: R3 200 000. VAT REG. 3. Munnik area: 4 300ha (6 Title deeds)fully developed cattle farm with high carrying capacity @ R6 500/ha VAT REG. IRRIGATION FARMS/ BESPROËIING: 1. Waterpoort : 215 HA with 50 Ha under com-puterised drip irrigation: R 8 .5M (VAT REG.) 2. Polokwane : 90 Ha, 12 Ha Water rights, 3 equipped Boreholes, R 3 000 000 NEG.(Close to city). VAT REG. 3. Dendron: 830 HA , 50 HA under irrigation 2 x 17.5 ha pivot,1x10 ha Pivot ,1 x 5 ha pivot , a Further 64 ha equipped for irrigation, 50Ha dry land,650 000 m³ earth dam in Hout River registered , 26 fully equipped boreholes,Fully equipped potato pack shed , all farm-ing equipment included( tractors, planters etc.….) 4. R25 670 000 - No land claims. LIFE STYLE FARMS: 1) Waterpoort: Scenic 120 Ha farm with 2 Chalets and Sand River running through it! @ R1,998 M. (VAT excl. ). 2) VIVO: 176 HA: 1 Boorgat, gronddam, grasdaklapa. Ideaal as ‘n naweek-speelplasie @ R 2 750 000-00 WANTED: GAME, CATTLE, IRRIGATION, LIFESTYLE FARMS FOR SALE IN LIMPOPO PROVINCE

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Theo Vermaak from Fire Training Polokwane and Danie Grobler from Polokwane Municipality Disaster Management and Fire Services Division.

Madelain Nel shows a fire extinguisher at Centenary House.

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“It is and unfortunate statistic that most of South African learners are unaware of the various career opportunities available in the maritime sector. We believe through knowledge sharing and providing information about the sea and on land, together we can attract young people to join seafaring professions in the future” Nzimande said. Learners in Makhado and Ndzelele were targeted because they have limited resources. “Across the country, the maritime career expos provide opportunities for pupils to actively learn about careers and people prepare for successful futures. “In 2013 alone, the organisation reached over 2 000 young people, with over 1 000 pupils in attendance from different rural schools at each event,” Nzimande said.

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More than 400 learners from schools in the Makhado and Nzhelele areas on Saturday visited a Maritime industry career expo organised by the Youth Chamber of Shipping in Africa (YCSA) and the Transport Education Training Authority (Teta) held in Makhado EMPC hall. Outlining some of the key careers in the industry, YCSA Director Bukeka Nzimande, in an interview with Polokwane Observer on Monday, said the maritime field offers a wide choice of career opportunities, many of which are international by nature. “Learners can opt to be a Bukeka Nzimande, Director of Marine and Ship Engineer who Youth Chamber of Shipping in Africa. PHOTO: HERBERT RACHUENE is someone involved with the

maintenance of the engine of a ship and responsible for all engineering related needs of a ship. These people are paid from R80 000 to R110 000 per month which is a handsome amount and a motivation factor,” Nzimande said. Other careers are in Maritime Law. Maritime and fisheries lawyers are the people concerned with the branch of law that governs international maritime zones and maritime resources. Marine Pilots guide ships when entering the harbour port as the master of the ship may not be well versed with the geography of the port. Nzimande also mentioned that the expo was prompted by young people in South Africa seemingly not being interested in pursuing careers in the maritime industry because they don’t know enough about it.

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MH one of the top schools at olympiad April 9, 2015

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itchell House’s top Intermediate Phase Science learners participated in the prestigious National Science Olympiad. Seeing that the questions were not necessarily curriculum based, the learners were required to do a lot of extra studying and research.

Mitchell House science boffin Ismail Gani, now in Grade 6, achieved 100% in the National Science Olympiad in 2014 and won his category. Natalia Letsoalo, now in Grade 7, achieved 80% and finished second in her grade. With them is Andrew Cook, Principal.

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Mitchell House Science educators Kerry Spratt and Heather Swallow with Deputy Principal Kathy Proctor, and Principal Andrew Cook.

Mitchell House was among the top schools when the results were announced and educators Kerry Spratt and Heather Swallow can be rightfully proud of this accomplishment. Mitchell House was placed first in the Grade 7 category where 1 556 entries were received and only 17 learners countrywide received distinctions. Rohit Menon, Rameez Omar and Lebo Rachidi, now all in Grade 8, tied for second place with a score of 83%. Mitchell House was also placed first for Grade 6 with Natalia Letsoalo, now in Grade 7, finishing in second place from 1 339 entries with 80%. She was one of only 13 learners countrywide to achieve a distinction. It was however Ismail Gani, now a Grade 6 learner, that showed them how it is done when he finished first from 1 289 learners who achieved 39 distinctions. He scored 100% to come out tops in his grade while the school finised third.

Koop jou plakker en skoenveters vroegtydig vir Tekkie Tax-dag 2015

Hans le Grange, een van die agente van Tekkie Tax.

>> Plakkers kan vir slegs R10 aangeskaf word. LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com Op 29 Mei kan jy jou formele skoene verruil vir tekkies, maar net as jy met ‘n Tekkie Taxplakker op jou klere pronk. Tekkie Tax is ‘n fondsinsamelingsprojek waar 16 nasionale sambreelwelsynsorganisasies kragte saamgesnoer het om geld in te samel. Die projek word vanjaar ten bate van meer as 1 500 welsynsorganisasies regoor Suid-Afrika aangebied. Lede van die publiek word aangeraai om vooraf ‘n plakker vir slegs R10 aan te skaf. Elke plakker verteenwoordig ‘n afdeling van dienslewering en, afhangende van waar jou hart lê, kan jy plakkers kies om organisasies te ondersteun in een of meer van die volgende

kategorieë: diere, familiedienste, kinders, dienslewering aan persone met gestremdheid en basiese onderwys. Kleurvolle skoenveters kan ook aangeskaf word om jou tekkies op te helder vir slegs R30 en T-hemde kan vir R110 gekoop word. “Ons moedig besighede aan om deel te neem aan die projek en hulle ondersteuning te wys deur in hulle tekkies te werk,’ sê Hans le Grange, ‘n agent van Tekkie Tax. Met die eerste Tekkie Taxveldtog in 2013 is ‘n bedrag van R2,4 miljoen ingesamel. In 2014 het 286 welsynsorganisasies baatgevind en met die hulp van ondersteuners het die projek R4,8 miljoen ingesamel. Le Grange en ander agente hoop om vanjaar die vorige jare se syfers te oortref en dat meer mense die projek sal ondersteun. Vir meer inligting of om ‘n plakker aan te skaf, kan Hans le Grange by 082 789 4385 geskakel word of besoek die webtuiste by www.tekkietax. co.za.

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STORAGE

STORAGE TO LET 4 km from SAB on LTT Road from R550 p.m. Contact Johan 083 459 7046 __________________

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CONFERENCE FACILITIES From 20 to 400 delegates. Weddings, funerals, theme parties, ethnic. Contact 015 295 5264 Cell 079 899 5405 _________________ MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION Revamp offices, houses, plots, small building jobs, plumbing, painting, tiling & electrical. SOUTHGATE Contact Danie 079 894 8963 _________________

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BOSVELD BRAAIHOUT 50+ sakke @ R15, afgelewer of beskikbaar by Rabestraat 37B. Skakel Gert 082 662 7731 __________________

TO LET 19 COMMERCIAL TE HUUR ALGEMENE HANDELAAR, DRANKWINKEL en taverne saam met woonhuis, Melkrivier. Kontak 082 322 6495 __________________

8 TON DROPSIDE TRUCK AVAILABLE FOR RENT FOR QUOTES AND QUERIES 084 715 4132 info@adventurecamplodge.co.za

TO LET BACHELOR FLAT 1 bedroom up to 3 bedrooms in secure area. Contact 015 295 5264 Cell 079 899 5405 __________________ LEEUWKUIL ESTATE BACHELOR UNIT Safe surroundings, 7km out of town. R2 200 p.m. Contact 084 451 1281 __________________

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2 SLAAPKAMER HUIS OP PLOT TE HUUR 8km op Dendron pad. Elektries omhein, veilig met tuin R4 000 p.m. plus dep. W&L en tuinjong ingesluit. Beskikbaar 1 Mei 2015. Skakel 082 588 5520 __________________ HOUSES STER PARK – R11 700 4 Bedr, 3 bathr, 3 reception rooms, 1 study, double garage BENDOR – R14 500 4 Bedr, 2 reception rooms, lapa, swimming pool, 2 garages BENDOR – R9 975 4 Bedr, 2½ bathr, 3 living areas & pool. BENDOR – R8 900 3 Bedr, 1½ bathr, 1 living area, kitchen & 1x garage. TOWNHOUSES BENDOR – R6 100 3 Bedr, 2 bathr, living area and small garden FLATS DORP – R4 250 2 Bedr, 1 Bathr, Lounge, kitchen, lock-up garage. IVY DALE – R3 600 1 bedroom flat, kitchen, lounge and bathroom. W & E incl. IVYDALE – R5 600 2 Bedr, 2 bathr, kitchen, lounge. W & E included PLOTS DALMADA – R6 950 3 Bedr, 2 bathr, kitchen, lounge, 2 garages, W & E excluded. DALMADA - R3 950 2 Bedr, living area, kitchen. W & E excluded OFFICES CBD – R2 500 BICCARD ST – R11 140 MARSHALL CHAMBERS – R8 134 THYS – 083 702 0768 AUDREY – 072 632 7117 MARTIN – 060 666 5432

THREE BEDROOM HOUSE FOR SALE IN SESHEGO, ZONE 5 Cash buyers only. Contact Jennifer 082 935 8159 __________________

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IN THE HIGH COURT OF SOUTH AFRICA GAUTENG DIVISION PRETORIA CASE NUMBER: 56187/2011 In the matter between: IKHAYA RMBS 2 LIMITED Plaintiff And HLULI ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANTS AND ENGINEERS CC 1st Defendant REGINAH SIBONGILE REFILWE HLABANGANE Identity Number: 680911 0392 089 2nd Defendant WASNAAR BOESMAN HLABANGANE Identity Number: 620202 6033 080 3rd Defendant NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION – AUCTION In Execution of a judgement of the High Court of South Africa (Gauteng Division Pretoria) in the abovementioned suit, a sale without reserve will be held by the Sheriff Polokwane at 66 Platinum Street Ladine Polokwane on 29 April 2015 at 10H00 of the undermentioned property of the Defendant/s on conditions which will lie for inspection at the offices of the Sheriff Polokwane

at 66 Platinum Street Ladine Polokwane prior to the sale. Short description of property situated and street number: Certain: Portion 28 of the farm Palmietfontein 684 Registration Division L.S. Province of Limpopo Measuring: 8, 5353 (Eight Comma Five Six Five Three] Hectares Held by Deed of Transfer No: T 131986/2006 Street Address: Portion 28 of the Farm Palmietfontein 684 LS The property is zoned agriculture/residential. The following information is furnished re the improvements, though in this respect nothing is guaranteed: A main residential dwelling consisting of: 1 x Entrance Hall 1 x Lounge 1 x Family Room 1 x Dining Room 1 x Kitchen 1 x Scullery 3 x Bedrooms 2 x Bathrooms 1 x Shower 2 x Water Closets 2 x Free-standing Garages 1 x Linen Room 1 x outside Water Closet A second residential dwelling consisting of: 1 x Lounge 1 x Kitchen 1 x Bedroom 1x Bathroom 1 x Water Closet 1 x Carport A third residential dwelling consisting of: 1 x Lounge 1 x Kitchen 1 x Bedroom 1 x Shower 1 x Water Closet 1 x Carport Dated at Pretoria on this the 25 day of March 2015. Rooth&WesselsInc Attorneys for Plaintiff Walker Creek Office Park Second Floor Walker Creek 2 90 Florence Ribeiro Street Muckleneuk Pretoria Tel: 012 452 4053 Ref: Q Badenhorst / MAT14405 9/4 _________________

Drill Rig Mechanics Musina, Limpopo, South Africa Closing Date: 15 April 2015 Requirements • Trade certificate in Diesel Mechanics Section 28/13 • Hands on maintenance experience with drilling equipment incl. Atlas Copco DM 30/D6, BV275 Pit Viper and Sandvik DPI 1500. • 5 years’ experience on maintaining Drill equipment Please Quote REF: Drill Rig Mechanic

Diesel Mechanics HME Musina, Limpopo, South Africa Closing Date: 15 April 2015 Requirements • Trade certificate in Diesel Mechanics Section 28/13 • Hands on maintenance experience with HME equipment incl. Komatsu 465/785,CAT 777/785,Volvo A30,Volvo FEL 150, Komatsu WA600/800,CAT D6/9/10,Komatsu 375, Excavator Volvo EC290/PC400,Liebher 984/9350 • 5 years’ experience on maintaining Diesel Mechanics HME equipment Please Quote REF: Diesel Mechanics HME

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Communities get answers about services >> Residents queued up to question the municipality

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Communities at Ga-Maponto and surround-

ing villages in Molemole, north of Polokwane, had all their questions on service delivery answered when Capricorn District Municipality (CDM) presented a Council Outreach last Wednesday. According to Moffat Senyatsi, Media Liaison Officer for CDM, the outreach attracted droves of residents who queued up to question the municipality about municipal service delivery performance in their area. Most concerns were about the delivery of water, ageing infrastructure, electricity, sanitation, roads and local economic development to which the Executive Mayor, mayoral and executive committee members, councillors and managers had to respond. “We are worried that we see water projects being implemented and commissioned for use, but they mostly run dry and lay disused,” a concerned resident, Johanna Ramashia of Mohodi Ga-Madikana, is quoted to have said, suggesting that the municipality should have a maintenance plan to refurbish

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Capricorn District Municipality (CDM) Executive Mayor Gilbert Kganyago addresses community members during the Council Outreach.

ageing infrastructure. In a prelude to his response and detailed report on the status quo of projects, Executive Mayor Gilbert Kganyago stated that contractors should never be paid until a project is fully functional according to the project specifications and scope. “Before a certificate of payment is signed, we must ensure that the work is satisfactory and meets the desired standard,” he said. Kganyago urged residents to be actively involved in the planning and implementation of projects in order to hold contractors accountable. “That would strengthen the partnership you have with us and that is why we are here,” he said. In his service delivery report, Kganyago told residents that the launch of the municipal planning tribunal, a decision-making structure on land management applications for local municipalities, was established to strengthen the municipality’s planning capacity on land use management matters. “This tribunal is a giant step towards our socio-economic development that will unlock a potential for land resources, industrial development and investment and entrench a paradigm shift in human settlements,” he said. Kganyago also took the opportunity to enlighten communities about the proposed disestablishment of Aganang Municipality. “This will change the spatial composition of the district as some wards will then fall under Polokwane, Blouberg and Molemole,” he said. In conclusion, Kganyago urged communities to report occurrences of water supply interruptions to the municipality for timely interventions. Kganyago promised that after the public participation session, the municipality will work closely with provincial government and other provincial state entities to address the concerns that were raised; while issues that belong to local government will be considered when the Integrated Development Plan (IDP) is revised.

Al 3 Boerdery produseer aartappels, uie en rankgewasse onder spilpuntbesproeiing by Dendron, 60 km Noord van Polokwane in die Limpopo Provinsie. Ons verlang die dienste van ‘n

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>> ‘Studies have indicated a shortage of approximately 22 000 accountants’ >> ‘Sustain the growth of the economy’ HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za Young academics from the province should not shy away from choosing Chartered Accountancy (CA) as a career. Cosmas Ambe, incumbent of the Nedbank Chair in Accountancy and Director of the School of Accountancy at the University of Limpopo said more qualified chartered accountants will be of great help in the financial management of the province’s departments and municipalities. Ambe, speaking at the University at the University’s School of Accountancy Saica accreditation ceremony last Thursday, said a study into financial skills commissioned by South African Institute of Charted Accountant (Saica) in

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2007, indicated a shortage of approximately 22 000 chartered accountants in South Africa. “That is a worrying figure under any circumstances. In cognisance of this, the Chartered Accountant (CA) Charter also envisions to grow the number of Black people in the CA profession to reflect the country’s demographics and sustain the growth of the economy, thereby advancing equal opportunity and equitable income distribution,” Ambe said. He mentioned that a cursory review of the February 2014 South African Institute of Charted Accountant (Saica) report on the racial composition of registered CAs in the country, indicated that Black CAs constitute only 9% of the over 37 000 registered CAs in South Africa. “The University of Limpopo 2020 strategic plan supports the CA Charter by striving to be a leading African University focused on the developmental needs of its communities and epitomising academic excellence and innovativeness,” Ambe said. PHOTO: HERBERT RACHUENE

Cosmas Ambe, Nedbank Chair in Accountancy and Director of the School of Accountancy at the University of Limpopo.

he Businesswomen’s Association of South Africa (BWA) in Limpopo held its first meeting for 2015 recently. This organisation provides a platform for the inspiration and empowerment of women in business. It is chaired by the influential and successful Princess Tsakani Nkambule. The association hosts a monthly meeting where guest speakers are invited to address members on important and relevant issues pertaining to business. The BWA invited Sally Hansen, a Polokwane accountant and winner of the 2014 Business Woman of the Year Award in the Professional and Corporate category to address the first meeting on “Women and business finance, common mistakes to avoid”. About Sally Hansen Hansen grew up as a farmer’s daughter in Mokopane. After completing secondary school at a boarding school in Pretoria, she studied through Unisa whilst working at an auditors’ firm. She started her own practice, S Hansen & Associates, an accounting and tax consultancy, in 1983. Hansen has 38 years of experience in this field and worked with many high profile and influential people; from the Reserve Bank to large corporations and mining houses. She was featured in the recent Business and Accounting Review and addressed a conference for auditors and accountants in Johannesburg last year. Taken from The Entrepreneur,

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When a business experiences a problem, something that is inevitable, it is important to take a step back, evaluate financial reports, diagnose the problem and take action. 4. Employing family, a common issue in South Africa. The possible cost saving to your business is an expensive price to pay for potential financial trouble and domestic strive. 5. Trying to do everything yourself. It is impossible to have skills in all areas of business. It is important to secure the services and support of others who have the skills that you don’t have. 6. Underestimating the “big brother” environment in the legislative system. Hansen noted that the South African Revenue Services started to link up with other data bases like those of banks, the Deeds Office and CPIC years ago. The information that tax payers submit in personal and companies’ tax returns, is matched to the data that SARS has on file thanks to previous tax returns and the data base networks. If the information that you submitted does not match up, expect an enquiry. Hansen said with the new national budget announced by the Minister of Finance, comes a whole new batch of tax legislation. This means that there are new lessons to learn and new laws to implement for all business owners. She closed quoting from Maya Angelou “My mission in life is not merely to survive, but to thrive; and to do so with some passion, some humour and some style”.

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Hansen used a list of qualities that characterise successful entrepreneurs and showed how these traits were inherent to women. This helped the women to realise their true value. Qualities of a successful entrepreneur. • A positive attitude. • The ability to overcome obstacles. • Strong mindedness. • Soft heartedness. • Integrity. • Balanced in all areas of life. • Goal orientated. • Driven by a cause. • Natural teachers. • Focused on the next step forward. Before she spoke about common mistakes than women make in business, she briefly spoke about types of legal entities and why business is conducted using companies and trusts. Hansen said the first mistake that women make is to underestimate themselves and undermine their true value. She quoted Albert Einstein and said “Only those who attempt the absurd can achieve the impossible”. Six common mistakes to avoid in business: 1. Not keeping personal and business finances separate. A company is a standalone legal entity and the director is actually an employee of the company. Personal expenses must not be reflected in the company accounting records. 2. Under-investing in a good accounting and administration system. Good financial administration is the core of a successful business. It provides the directors with the information needed to make informed decisions. 3. Over-investing in problem areas, throwing good money after bad.

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DIESEL MECHANIC Applicants must be in possession of a Matric/Grade 12 qualification or equivalent, an appropriate Trade Certificate, additional training experience in hydraulic systems and troubleshooting as well as appropriate working knowledge and experience as a Diesel Mechanic. The ability to work under pressure and preparedness to work extended hours on an ad hoc basis as well as be on standby as required are essential, along with sound interpersonal relations and good communication skills. A minimum of 1 years’ experience in a trackless mining environment will be advantageous. Duties and responsibilities include: • Ensuring that mechanical equipment in Trackless Engineering is maintained in a highly effective and efficient state in accordance with the company’s procedures for operations • Ensuring health, safety and security of self and fellow artisans by applying safety and security standards and procedures in the execution of maintenance activities • Ensuring that the condition monitoring of equipment, scheduled and planned maintenance are conducted timeously and effectively • Promoting and developing team work to become an effective team member. Gold Fields is committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment, therefore HDSA will be given first preference. Enquiries: Nicholas Mthembu, tel. (011) 411-1216 Forward a detailed Curriculum Vitae to Nicholas Mthembu at e-mail: Nicholas.Mthembu@goldfields.co.za or fax: 086 520 5239 (please state the title of the post in your application). Candidates must be declared medically fit for the position and the environment, as determined by the risk-based medical examination at the relevant Gold Fields Occupational Health and Safety Centre. Short-listed candidates will be requested to attend a panel interview. Applicants who have received no response to their applications within 14 days of the closing date may consider their applications unsuccessful.

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B Hancó Nel van Nelspruit Arm Victors en Terrence Opperman van Witbank Champs 4 Africa tydens die Savannah Lynx Armdrukkompetisie.

ultende spiere en gedetermi neerde armdrukkers vir wie dié sport na aan die hart lê, het on langs by Savannah Mall om die titel as die sterkste armdrukker geswoeg en gesweet. Toeskouers en ondersteuners het van vroeg af saamgedrom om die Savannah Lynx Armdrukkompetisie wat jaarliks plaasvind, te beleef. Met groot opwinding en toejui ging van die skare is armdruk kers een vir een geweeg en

party te lig bevind. Ongeveer agt klubs se lede het aan die kompetisie in agt verskillende kategorieë deelgeneem. In die professionele-mansafdeling, regterarm, o.90 kg behaal Christo pher Nel van Limpopo Lynx Armdruk klub ‘n derde plek.

“Die kompetisie wat vir die vyfde jaar gehou is, was ‘n groot sukses. Die getal deelnemers vermeerder jaarliks. Hopelik verdubbel die getalle volgende jaar. Ons is baie dankbaar vir al die hulp en ondersteuning met die kompetisie,” sê Liana Fourie, sekretaresse van Limpopo Lynx Armdrukklub.

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he Management of Polokwane United Football Club is content with the team’s performance during the Metropolitan u.19 Premier Cup tournament played at Erica Park in Cape Town over the weekend. The club, the only one from the province, joined 31 teams from Western Cape, Gauteng, KwaZulu -Natal, Free State as well as Swansea United from England and Zesco United from Zambia in the tournament. United FC got to play two matches, one against Amazulu Football Club which they drew 0-0 and the other against Ajax Cape Town that they lost 1-3 on penalties after they were held to a 1-1 draw in full time. “We would have liked to go as far as the finals but our journey ended there. We are proud of the team’s performance, they did well and it was good experience and a learning curve for our players. “We need these experiences in order to do well in our league,” Team Man-

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ager Jeremiah Pitja said. The club is currently in 14th position of the South African Football Association ABC Motsepe League Limpopo Region with 9 points after 16 matches. Over the past 26 years the Metropolitan u.19 Premier Cup has unearthed exciting new talent that have gone on to shine in the international football arena. It has bred some of the top football talent that went on to enjoy both local and international success. Players such as Benni McCarthy, Matthew Booth (retired Bafana Bafana players), Nasief Morris (Santos) Thulani Serero (Ajax Amsterdam), Rivaldo Coetzee (Ajax Cape Town), Kamohelo Mokotjo (FC Twente in Holland)and Ronwen Williams (Super Sport United) cultivated their talent at this tournament.

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The Polokwane United u.19 team that took part in the recent Metropolitan u.19 Premier Cup in Cape Town. They were photographed prior to their match against Ajax Cape Town where they lost 1-3 on penalties after they were held to a 1-1 draw in full time.

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HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za Megoring Primary School from Mentz Village in the Mankweng area will represent Capricorn district during the provincial finals of the Danone u.12 Nations Cup scheduled for 18 April at Seshego Stadium. This is their first go at the provincial finals of the tournament and they hope to make their presence felt on the day and advance to the next level of the competition. Team Manager Samuel Mabitsela expressed their excitement at reaching this level. “It is great that, after years of participating, we finally move a step closer to the nationals,” he said. In 2014 Megoring was eliminated in the regional finals by Rev MP Malatjie Primary School, who went on to win the provincial finals. “It is particularly satisfying that we beat them 1-0 this time to get this far. It was definitely revenge time and although we were a bit nervous about history repeating itself, it didn’t,” Mabitsela added. He explained that they have been preparing for finals during

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The Danone Nations Cup which will be competed by primary schools in South Africa during the national finals to take place in Gauteng in June. the school holidays inspired by the prospect of winning the tournament. “We are situated in a rural area with soccer as the only extra mural activity on offer and we use the sport to keep the kids active and off the streets. We also use the sport to highlight the importance of staying healthy. Defeating last year’s provincial winners has boosted the players’ confidence and now we are eying the trip to Gauteng to compete in the national finals in June.” The other contenders in the provincial finals are Waterberg’s

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>> CG Snyman, 5, is ‘n passievolle visserman wat geen geleentheid laat verbygaan om sy slag met die stok en aas te wys nie. Hy het ook nie op hom laat wag tydens die Snyman-gesin se Paasnaweek-wegbreek na die Flag Boshielodam nie en was van vroeg tot laat op die gesin se boot bedrywig. Meer as 100 swartbaars, karp, kurpers en babers is deur die groep gevang en CG spog self met ‘n stewige karp- en kurperoes. Sy gunstelingvis, swartbaars, het hom die keer ontglip.

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ocal fitness fanatics and bodybuilders Donovan Suddes and Chardonnay Nel made Polokwane proud during the International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) Millennium Gold Plate Fitness and Bodybuilding Show recently hosted in Kempton Park when both of them returned with gold medals.

Suddes took gold in his line-up as men’s athletic physique over 1,78 m and finished in an overall second place. Nel gave it her all as first time participant and took gold in the overall as well as the ladies’ beach bikini category up to 1,63 m. Both will be competing for their national colours later in the year and will also be seen at the Popular Arnold Classic bodybuilding competition to be held in South Africa in May next year.

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CG Snyman spog met ‘n 930 g kurper wat hy eiehandig uit die Flag Boshielodam getrek het.

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Chardonnay Nel was crowned overall and ladies beach bikini category winner.

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Paasfees aktief gevier by Westenburg Easter Sport Festival >> Klub fokus veral op ontwikkeling van sport onder die jeug >> ‘Volgende jaar maak ons weer so’ - organiseerder RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com Sedert Vrydag het die Westenburg Sportklub uit sy nate gebars met tientalle besoekers aan die jaarlikse Westenburg Easter Sport Festival. Dié fees is vanjaar vir die sesde keer suksesvol deur die Westenburg Rugbyklub aangebied. Die klub fokus op die ontwikkeling van sport, veral onder die jeug, in ‘n poging om jongmense aktief by sport betrokke te kry en terselfdertyd van misdaad weg te hou. Volgens een van die organiseerders, David Adonis is die sportfees die Wes tenburg Youth Rugby Club se inisiatief om ‘n positiewe bydrae tot die gemeenskap te maak. “Vanjaar was geen uitsondering nie. Ten spyte van ‘n harde reënbui wat Saterdagmiddag ‘n demper op die verrigtinge geplaas het, was die fees ‘n reuse sukses,” het Adonis gesê. Die fees het Vrydag met ‘n geselligheid begin en tientalle atlete het vroeg Saterdagoggend by die sportklub se hek vir die 5 km-pretdraf aangemeld. Dié wat nie wou hardloop nie kon die roete rustig stap. Besoekers kon vir die res van die dag na wedstryde tussen verskeie plaaslike sokkerspanne kyk,

terwyl die vrouens op die netbalbaan kragte gemeet het. Intussen het verskeie spanne vroeg die vure aangesteek om aan die potjiekoskompetisie deel te neem, terwyl ander mekaar om die snoeker- en domino-tafels aangevat het. “Die sonnige weer het Sondag baie besoekers gelok en ons kon alle aktiwiteite afhandel. Volgende jaar maak ons weer so en mense wat betrokke wil raak, kan ons nou reeds skakel,” het Adonis verduidelik. Skakel Adonis by 073 290 9184 of Francois Hartlief by 083 524 3777 om betrokke te raak by hierdie inisiatief.

nnually more than 40 000 golf players across the country participate in the Sanlam Cancer Challenge in which more than 800 club competitions are played in support of the Cancer Association of South Africa (Cansa). Polokwane Golf Club will host its club competition for men and women on 16 May and so far 120 men and 20 women have entered. Sanlam and Cansa have since 1993 partnered to establish and drive the initiative in order to raise funds and awareness for the fight against cancer and support Cansa’s prevention programmes and patient care support throughout the year. This year’s challenge recently teed off in March with club competitions that will be played until July. That will be followed by provincial competitions to determine the 100 golfers who will qualify to contest in the national finals at the Gary Player Country Club and Lost City Golf Club at Sun City on 19 and 20 October. Last year over 35 000 golfers took part in the Sanlam Cancer Challenge and a record amount of R3,3 million was raised for Cansa. This year the focus is on early detection as a tool in the fight against cancer. Local golfer, Desi Earle last year claimed both the women’s overall and A-division titles which was an emotional moment for her. “My mother died of cancer over 20 years ago, so it felt like a tribute to her,” Earle is quoted to have said about her victory. She will commence her journey

towards another possible title with the club competition in May. Cansa offers a unique, integrated service to the public and all people affected by cancer. As a leading role player in cancer research the organisation spends more than R6 million annually on these purposes. The scientific findings and knowledge gained from the research is used to realign Cansa’s health programmes as well as strengthen its watchdog role to the greater benefit of the public. For more information visit www.sanlamcancerchallenge.co.za.

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Desi Earle, the 2014 women’s overall and A-division winner of the Sanlam Cancer Challenge.

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Sephuma a glimmer of hope to aspiring Jazz singers PHOTO: HERBERT RACHUENE

Judith Sephuma, enthralled fans with her lovely songs in Polokwane on Saturday evening.

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impopo born Jazz, Afro Pop songstress Judith Sephuma has urged aspiring Jazz and Afro Pop singers in the province to aim higher and make it big in the music industry. Sephuma who has been making great strides on the music scene over more than a decade, spoke to Polokwane Observer on Saturday evening after her performance at the Live it and Jazz it event in Polokwane. “I want to see more artists from the province doing well in the jazz and afro genres and becoming better than me. My journey is my own. I believe there will be no other Judith, my job is to inspire other artists so that they can do better,” Sephuma said. She stressed that artists should not give up on their dreams despite the inadequate support in the entertainment industry. “I remember when I was in the province for the Clash of Choirs Competition in 2012. There was an amazing group of talented singers and they were eager to learn and do well in the industry. We do not get lot of support and I want to urge

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