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Traumatized residents of Chris Hani Informal Settlement flee as their houses burn down. Photo: RIAAN LABUSCHAGNE
Residents helped to rise from ashes the Givers Foundation, have opened their hearts and pockets to assist the victims of a fire that destroyed over 300 shacks and 19 houses and left almost 2 000 residents of the Chris Hani Squatter Camp in New Brighton homeless last week.
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Chris Hani residents helped to rise from ashes NCEBA DLADLA CONTINUED from page 1 . . . Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality established short, medium and long term plans to restore the lives of the fire victims to some normality, said Executive mayor Zanoxolo Wayile. Working with the Gift of the Givers, the municipality established a multi-disciplinary task team to work together with the representatives of the affected community to guide relief efforts. “Through the assistance of the Gift of the Givers and the good gestures of other residents including Mr Nzo, these people have at least three meals per day, they’ve got sleeping mattresses, clothing and
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other important daily requirements,” said Ward 17 Councillor Ncediso Captain. Cllr Captain thanked the management of the two schools for the temporary accommodation, Health MEC Sicelo Gqobana for providing the mobile clinic to assist victims with medical problems and other government departments, such as home affairs and social development for their assistance. “We are busy making arrangements to assist school going children with uniforms and stationery so that they are able to start schooling on 16 January,” said Gift of the Givers Coordinator Dr Trudy Nel. “We are also preparing to build at least 100 homes - (temporary structures) as of today (Wednesday) as schools will be opening soon,” said
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Dr Nel, who is also a psychologist. “I had lost everything but there is still hope. Our leaders and most of the residents are showing a good
heart,” said Mzwabantu Kellem (30). Mother of two, Noxolo Payi (49) said her husband lost the documents of their car in the fire. She was dev-
astated. “We need our lives back. We must continue with life after this disaster,” she said.
Psychologist Dr Trudy Nel of The Gift of the Givers Foundation (right) carrying two of the children with some of Chris Hani Informal Settlement survivors of the fire with their children, one of them a six-day old baby girl, carried by her mother (third standing). Photo: NCEBA DLADLA
Bay’s training venues ready for Afcon NCEBA DLADLA NELSON Mandela Bay Stadium and four training venues that have been identified for the Orange African Cup of Nations (AFCON) are ready for the four African teams that will play their group stages in the city. Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Sport Grounds in Summerstrand, Zwide Stadium, Gelvandale Stadium and Westbourne Oval Stadium in Central are in tip top condition according to acceptable Fifa levels. High powered delegations of MECs and Local Organising Committee Head Office officials led by Nelson Mandela Bay Executive Mayor Zanoxolo Wayile confirmed this during the site inspection of the venues on Monday. The purpose of the site inspection, according to Municipal spokesperson Mthubanzi Mniki, was for the political leadership to gauge the city’s readiness on the preparation of the fields and facilities for the biggest African Football spectacle. The mayor was accompanied by Portfolio Chairman for Sport, Arts and Culture Babalwa Lobishe and Council Speaker Cllr Maria Hermans. Ghana, Mali, Niger and Democratic Republic of Congo will play their group stages at the NMB Stadi-
Father sought Anyone with details pertaining to the whereabouts of “Pumlani”, the reputed father of Ovayo Mbelekane, born on 2012/11/06 are asked to contact the social worker, Linda, at 0 041 364 1637 or 0 083 960 3612 with regards to the adoption of the child.
Eric Mongo sought ANYONE with details pertaining to the whereabouts of Eric Mongo, the reputed father of Zukhanye Kona, born on 2012/10/26, are asked to contact the social worker, Linda, at 0 041 364 1637 or 0 083 960 3612 with regards to the adoption of the child.
um. Present at the site visit were MEC for Local Government and Traditional Affairs Mlibo Qoboshiyane, MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture Xoliswa Tom and MEC for Health Sicelo Gqobana. Members of Local Organising Committee responsible for playing and training venues and the politi-
cal leadership were satisfied about the progress that the city has made in preparing the stadiums. In all the venues, groundsmen and municipal staff are currently doing final touches and general maintenance of the pitch. At the Nelson Mandela Bay stadium it’s all systems go, with the stadi-
um ready to host the first double header matches on January 20. “The facilities are in immaculate condition, ready to be used. We are impressed with the preparation and the commitment the city has shown,” said Qoboshiyane. MEC Xoliswa Tom has called on people to buy match tickets in order
It’s all systems go...according to from left, MECs Xoliswa Tom, Sicelo Gqobana, Mlibo Qoboshiyane, Speaker Maria Hermans and Executive Mayor Zanoxolo Wayile. Photo: SUPPLIED
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The social workers at Kirkwood Care Centre are urgently looking for the relatives of Patrick Nganase. According to their records his family used to live at 11 Mendi Street in New Brighton but he is not known by people living there. He often speaks of his sister Nomhle. Anyone with information can contact the social worker at 0 042 230 0333. Photo: SUPPLIED
to fill the stadium. “Preparations have been made. It is now up to the people of the province to make the tournament a success by buying the match tickets,” said Tom, adding that the NMB will be delivering a stadium and training venues that are state of the art. The delegation also inspected the Joint Operation Centre in South End Fire Station to check its readiness for the tournament. Mayor Wayile thanked the officials who have been been working around the clock to make sure that the Stadium and the training venues are ready. “The effort and patriotism that has been shown by officials both from the city and the province is commendable. “We as the city are now ready; it’s all systems go for the AFCON tournament,” said Wayile, adding that the City was not only hosting the AFCON games for itself. “This is a joint provincial effort to support the biggest African Soccer Tournament. We did it during the 2010 Soccer World Cup; we will to it again for our own continent,” said Wayile. Hosts Bafana Bafana will raise the curtain against Cape Verde at FNB stadium in Johannesburg next Saturday, January 19. On January 20, Ghana will face off with DR Congo at 3pm, while Mali will play against Niger at 6pm the same day.
Help police find Nomvula Khesa PORT Elizabeth police are looking for information on the whereabouts of Nomvula Rayne Khesa who went missing on Sunday 20 December last year. Nomvula, of Busila Street in NU 4A Motherwell, allegedly left home and did not tell anyone where she was going. “Her family members are worried and concerned because she did not tell anyone where she was going, and has not been seen since,” said Police spokesperson Warrant Officer Dumile Gwavu. According to W/O Gwavu, when she left, Nomvula was wearing a red skirt, a black short-sleeved T-Shirt and black shoes. He said anyone with information
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Mayor visits Colchester EXECUTIVE Mayor Zanoxolo Wayile visited the community of Colchester last December to mobilise the community to fight the prevalence of HIV in their area. Colchester is one of the areas in the NMB that have high HIV and Aids and teenage pregnancy rates. Wayile also handed over school shoes and stationery to children from needy families. During the event he encouraged the people of Colchester to go for Voluntary Counselling and Testing. “The first step in effectively fighting HIV and Aids is for all of us to know our status,” he said.
The Beachside Auto Detailing team are, from left, Luthando Miliho (managing director), Ntombizanele Fesi, Naledi Myemane (shareholder and head of administration), Lubabalo Shogole, Asemahle Mapeyi, and Bulelani Makana. Photo: SUPPLIED
Tavern owner arrested for dealing in drugs NCEBA DLADLA A PORT Elizabeth woman nearly spent Christmas in jail after she was arrested for dealing in drugs. Members of the SA Police Service (SAPS) received a tip-off and arrested Nombulelo Sapula, a 57 year-old tavern owner at her home in Govan Mbeki Township for dealing in dagga on 20 December 2012. On arrival at the tavern, police
found 109 mandrax tablets. In addition they found at her house 38 bank plastic bags, 54 paper bompies of dagga with an estimated street value of R21 000 and an undisclosed amount of cash, said police spokesperson Warrant Officer Dumile Gwavu. “The woman was arrested for dealing in dagga and appeared at the New Brighton Magistrate Court just before Christmas,” said W/O Gwavu. He added that the woman is out on bail and will appear in court again on 28 June.
Showing their find are from left, Warrant Officers Jacques Joubert, Dewald Els, Sgt. Ashley Banks, W/O Yolanda van der Venter and Const. Bulelani Gqalisa. Photo: SUPPLIED
Executive Mayor Zanoxolo Wayile handed over school shoes and school stationery to needy children. With him are children from Colchester, from left, Siviwe Madinda, Maxine Gallant and Janine Olivier. Photo: SUPPLIED
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Chevrolet and Lighthouse Run bring Christmas to Missionvale The Lighthouse Run, which is supported by General Motors South Africa (GMSA) and the Chevrolet Ute Force, descended on Port Elizabeth in December last year and delivered an early Christmas to the children at the Missionvale Care Centre. The run comprised four women athletes running over 1 600 km along South Africa’s coast, from Umhlanga Rocks in KwaZulu-Natal to Paternoster in the Western Cape over a period of six weeks to raise awareness regarding women and child abuse. The initiative was also aimed at raising R1-million to assist victims of abuse. “Since setting out on 17 November we have covered 939 km over 19 days, and touched 19 lighthouses,” stated Retha Schutte, who came up with the concept and leads the Lighthouse Run, during their visit to the Missionvale Care Centre. “Our key aim is to shed light on abuse and, along with the four runners, we have a community service team that provides logistical support and assists the communities along the way.” The team is also supported by the Chevrolet
Retha Schutte is the brainchild behind the Lighthouse Run. But on her day off she and her fellow runners played “Mother Christmas” to the preschool and primary school children at a special Christmas party sponsored by Chevrolet. Shannon Theron, 6 years old, is receiving her gift from Retha. Photo: SUPPLIED
Ute Force, a team of skilled experts that travel around South Africa in specially branded “Ute Force” Chevrolet Utility bakkies completing extraordinary missions for needy communities. For the Lighthouse Run, the Ute Force sponsors the fuel, accommodation, logistical and marketing support, and the vehicles carry the team’s supplies. The Lighthouse Run crew enjoyed a welcome rest day in the Friendly City mid-way through their journey, and used the opportunity to bring Christmas cheer to 90 pre-school and primary school children at the Missionvale Care Centre. This exceptional facility was founded and is run by Sister Ethel Normoyle. Along with the privately run school, it provides a wide range of support to the residents of the impoverished Missionvale community. GMSA sponsored a wide range of entertainment for the kids for the day, including an enthralling magic show, clowns, jumping castles and face-painting, and each child was given a much-appreciated Christmas gift and party pack. “We’re extremely grateful to GMSA and the whole Lighthouse Run team,” Sister Ethel said. “There are many different forms of abuse, and we see so much of it in Missionvale. This project will certainly bring healing and love to those who need it most. You’ve also brought so much joy to our children with this very special Christmas party.” According to Herman Schutte, who is an emotional intelligence and conflict management specialist on the Lighthouse Run, this is just phase one of the project, which aims to create awareness around the Lighthouse Run brand, and the issues of women and child abuse. “Phase two takes it to the next level in 2013, and is based on three pillars, comprising logistical, legal and psychological support for victims of abuse,” he said. “We are creating a network of safe homes, attorneys and therapists in each of the major centres around the country to ensure that these three primary needs of victims of abuse are covered.” The Lighthouse Run is raising funds through donations, sponsorships, an SMS line and the sale of Lighthouse Run memorabilia – the latter including a book that will be published after this year’s run, documenting the remarkable journey that comprises 42 days and 42 lighthouses. A wide range of information is available on the Lighthouse Run blog: www.lighthouserun.co.za and their facebook page.
Asholene Holland, Veneshree September, Bianca Langley and Chanel Geswindt at the Missionvale Primary School received a Christmas present and party pack from Chevrolet, and were entertained with jumping castles, clowns, a magician and face-painting. Photo: SUPPLIED
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Eastern Cape film industry showcased on BayTV IT’S no secret that South Africa’s film industry is rooted in Johannesburg and Cape Town. But what few people know is that there is a budding industry in the Eastern Cape, with Port Elizabeth establishing itself as a television production and training hub, poised to take on the big boys.
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Starting from January 5 this year, established and emerging filmmakers in Nelson Mandela Bay and surrounds, are showcased on community television channel, BayTV. The series, aptly entitled Film@Bay, is flighted at 8pm on Saturdays, with repeat broadcasts at 10.30am on Sundays and 4pm on Mondays. BayTV is now also available to a national audience on channel 260 on DStv.
Among the established filmmakers featured on Film@Bay are the awardwinning film director David Lister and renowned film producer André Scholtz. Other guests interviewed on the show include Andrew Mackenzie, Creative Director at Boomtown Strategic Brand Agency; Richard Ahlfeldt, Managing Director of Rooftop Productions; Mike Vincent of Jasmine Films; Paul Ruschenbaum, owner of 4x4 Adventure Videos; emerging television director, Siviwe Besman, and Prof Jean Greyling and Dr Dieter Vogts of the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University. The series also features short films produced by emerging filmmakers and provides filmmaking tips for those interested in entering the industry.
Film@Bay’s Executive Producer is Denise Roodt, owner of The Media Workshop, a media production and training company based in Port Elizabeth. “There are so many talented people doing great work in the Eastern Cape, but yet the national perception appears to be that nothing is going on here. I wanted to change that. “Film@Bay features production companies producing award-winning work of an international standard - from commercials and promotional videos to documentaries and adventure sports programmes. We also highlight ground-breaking animation projects at the NMMU. “But, for me, the short films produced by students and interns are the most inspiring. They prove that there
GMSA brings Christmas joy to Veeplaas children GENERAL Motors South Africa (GMSA) brought the joy of Christmas to underprivileged children at a crèche in Veeplaas, in December. As part of GMSA’s regular Festive Season community activities, all of the children at St Paul’s Outreach Daycare Centre and Crèche received gifts and party packs from Father Christmas. They were also entertained with face painting and balloon animals, and were enthralled with the day’s events. “This party means so much to the children,” stated Priscilla Tshaka, the manager of St Paul’s centre. “It has made them so happy, because they rarely get to experience the joy ABOVE: Kuhle Tose (4) and Iminathi Ndamane (3) from St Paul’s Crèche in Veeplaas celebrate the Christmas spirit along with Michelle Wilson from General Motors SA. Photo: SUPPLIED
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is a wealth of talent in the Eastern Cape, who, with a bit of spit and polish, can produce work of a professional standard.” In keeping with The Media Workshop’s mission to include a skills training aspect in all productions, Film@Bay’s core production team includes camera intern, Gqabi Njokweni and film production student, Loréan Swartbooi, as production assistant. The show’s anchor, Busi Nako, is also a film production student. “All our senior film students are involved in the production in some way or other. We believe in training by doing and Film@Bay serves as an excellent training vehicle,” says Hubert Ngqawana, Training and Development Manager at The Media Workshop.
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Crowds mesmerized by Boardwalk water feature VISITORS and residents flocked to The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment Complex this holiday season with its new multimedia water feature on the lake as one of the main attractions. The multimedia water spectacular centrepiece will be a permanent feature at The Boardwalk. According to The Boardwalk general manager, Clifford Ngakane, the themed multimedia shows, which will continue after the holiday season, will reflect the seasons and celebrate special months. The water feature consists of over 80 pumps capable of shooting a thousand tons of water an hour through around 100 individual water jets. Over 800 lights add colour to the nightly displays, while multimedia presentations are shown on a 144 square metre screen created
from water. At its climax, the strongest jet is able to shoot water 60 metres into the air – making it one of the highest fountains in Africa. Over 35 kilometres of cables and pipes connect the different elements of the fountain. Designed by French fountain specialists Aquatique, the fountain is part of a R1-bn investment at the Boardwalk, which includes a 140room five-star hotel, international convention centre, smoking casino and upgraded retail precinct. Aquatique has installations all around the world, including some of the favourite water attractions in Euro Disney, Disneyworld USA, Universal Studios, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, the Bubble Show in Macau (China), and Le Lido in Paris, France.
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Sterra is one of the 100 most influential sportsmen in SA NCEBA DLADLA UMHLOBO Wenene FM Sports Presenter Sthembiso Ngqezana closed the Year 2012 on a high note as he was selected by the National Sports Ministry and Recreation as one of the 100 Most Influential People in Sports. Ngqezana, otherwise known as Sterra to a myriad of sports loving South Africans, is the presenter of Ezemidlalo, a Sports Programme that airs on Umhlobo Wenene FM every Saturday and Sunday from 3pm to 6pm. Sterra was honoured by Minister Fikile Mbalula together with the other 99 people during the launch of the Little Green Book at the Premier Hotel, OR Tambo Airport, Johannesburglast month. The little green book is an effort to recognise, acknowledge and celebrate the contribution South African sportsmen and women continue to make nationally and internationally. UWFM Station
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myself among the big shots like Dr. Irvin Khoza, Kirsten Nematandani and Lucas Radebe was no mean feat. I am humbled. It means a lot to me. Manager Phumzile Mnci believes Sterra’s success means they are doing something right as a national broadcaster. “This is a vote of confidence which means a lot to us. It confirms that we are indeed part of the community we are serving in terms of sports development, and for that we are very proud,” said Mnci, adding that this success also meant that Umhlobo Wenene FM’s turnaround strategy was bearing fruits. “I am beaming with pride that my passion and contribution to sports is recognised not only by Umhlobo Wenene FM listeners but by the Sports and Recreation Ministry as well,” said Sterra. He added: “Finding myself among the big shots like Dr. Irvin Khoza, Kirsten Nematandani and Lucas Radebe was no mean feat. I am humbled. It means a lot to me.” Other accolades Sterra has received include the Premier’s Eastern Cape Journalist of the Year, twice, Boxing South Africa (BSA) Sports Presenter of the Year and New Brighton Football Association (NEBFA) Sportsman of the year.
Samba Boys too strong for Amarabaxa SELBY MADIKANE BOYS were taught how to play football during Zakhele Football Association (ZAFA) Premier League games which were played at Dynamos grounds recently. Brazil Brothers, affectionately known as Samba Boys, proved to be too
strong for Santos, also known as Amarabaxa, when they hammered them 7-1. Dynamos trounced BUBS 4-0 while United Comrades thrashed Golden Brothers 4-1. Zamazama gave up a good fight despite their 2-1 defeat to ZAFA Premier League reigning champions Ghetto XI.
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Award-winning UWFM Sports Presenter Sterra Ngqezana’s sports influence was recognised by Sports and Recreation Ministry. Photo: SUPPLIED
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Milan FC drew with Mighty Birds SELBY MADIKANE PORT Elizabeth East Football Association (PEEFA) Premier League games were played at Veeplaas Football Stadium recently. The Milan FC and Mighty Birds clash was the most enterprising game of the day with outfits play-
ing running football. Both goalstoppers pulled some brilliant saves. But the game ended in a goalless draw. Young Aces pipped their old enemies Solar Stars 2 - 0. Black Arrows toppled their neighbours Hillside 2 - 0, while Peace Lovers drew 3-3 with Real Aces and Black Chiefs drew 1-1 with Real Lions.
NODEFA VW Community Trust First Division results SELBY MADIKANE MULTITUDES of football fans watched Nobuhle-Despatch Football Association (NODEFA) VW Community Trust First Division clashes which took place at Jabavu Stadium late in December. In a highly contested game
Highland Spurs shared the spoils 2-2 with Young Culture, while XI Stars overcame Cango Chiefs 2-0. Fans were kept on their feet when Young Cosmos snatched a narrow 4-3 victory from Garden City. Manchester Babes earned an outright victory of 7-4 over Temptations. Uitenhage Eagles beat Lion City 2-0.
NEBFA First Division results SELBY MADIKANE IT was do-or-die when New Brighton Football Association First Division games were played at Chevrolet Stadium re-
cently. City Lads went down 2-1 to Amakhosi. Silver United trailed 4-2 to Friendly City affectionately known as Abahlobo. Black Stars earned a hard fought 4-3 victory over Rangers.
WELL’S Estate resident Lubabalo Kondlo was recently crowned as the second best draughts player in the world. Kondlo represented South Africa in this mind game at the Sport Accord World Mind Sport Games in Beijing from December 13 to 19. In this competition he faced off against the world’s best players such as Alexander Moiseyev of the United States of America (USA), Michelle Borghetti from Italy and Ronald King of Barbados. According to Mind Sport South Africa (MSSA) President Colin Webster, none of these competitors were an easy mark. Alexander, who ultimately won the tournament, is currently the ‘3 move’ World Champion and Ronald King is the “Go-As-YouPlease” (GAYP) World Champion. Draughts is also known as Checkers in the US. “I grew up playing the sport which I learnt from the great minds and academics in New Brighton,” said Kondlo proudly. He was only 7 years old when this mind game was introduced to him while attending Masangwana Primary School. “There were local clubs in our townships then,” he said, adding that New Brighton had Vulindlela, KwaZakhele had All Stars while KwaNobuhle had Vukani. “These clubs produced great thinkers and helped us develop the love of the game,” said Kondlo. After passing matric at Cowan High School, Kondlo went to participate in the sport in Gauteng as a member of the Merabe Club where he read books and mastered the game. “But my big break came in 2007 when I went to the US to play and win
Our Own Lubabalo Kondlo (left) taking up the second position followed by Alexander Moiseyev (No.1) and Michelle Borghetti (No.3). Photos: SUPPLIED against the No. 1 in the game,” said Kondlo. At the time he had won the South African Championship a couple of times and had stopped competing in the country because he no longer had competition.
The last visit was his second to Beijing. He has also represented the country in Ireland and Rome. One of Kondlo’s greatest wishes is to open an academy to train the youth in the game.
At the Great Wall of China Lubabalo Kondlo (right) is seen with World Champion Ronald King from Barbados (left) and two unidentified players from Russia.
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SUBS make Tembu Royals run for their money SELBY MADIKANE FOOTBALL was the winner during the SAFA Eastern Cape Nedbank games when Swartkops Valley United Brothers (SUBS) lost 1-0 to the high flying Tembu Royals at Jabavu Stadium late last month. SUBS did not show any respect to Royals as they threw everything into the game from the outset. SUBS striker Njongo Ntsundwana and skipper Luthando Matiwane gave the visitors’ defence a headache. Both sides could not
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break the ice until the end of the first stanza of the game. SUBS started where they left off in the second stanza but Royals goalkeeper, Langeni Chansa Gogo, stood his ground. In the dying moments SUBS’ poor marking gave Royals’ midfielder Solomzi Solly Mhlana an opportunity to score his side’s winning goal. Drama occurred when both sides ended the game with 10 men owing to red cards awarded to SUBS defender Aya Nkohla (two yellow cards) and the Royals goalie (for bad language, according to referee).
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Swallows destroy Destroyers
SELBY MADIKANE MOTHERWELL Football Association (MOFA) Build It First Division games produced fireworks at the Motherwell NU 9 Stadium recently. Young Swallows gave a good ac-
count of themselves when they destroyed Destroyers 2-0. Milan Stars displayed good football skills in their 1-0 victory over Young Killers. Scorpions seemed to have lost their sting when Young Ideas devastated them 2-0. MUBS had to fight very hard in their 1-0 win over the high riding Shining Stars. Umcelu Kings registered their
well-deserved 2-1 victory when they were up against Lion City. Real City gave up a good fight despite their 2-0 loss to Manchester United, while Ikamva Movers emerged victorious in their 2-0 triumph over Crystal Palace. NU 7 Citizens collected their three maximum points when they edged out Tomorrow Stars 4-2.
SUBS defender Aya Nkohla tries to beat a Tembu Royals striker. Photo: SELBY MADIKANE
Siyanqoba Community Sport Development engages youth YOUNG PEOPLE in their droves took part in a 5km fun run, swimming and cycling event organised by Siyanqoba Community Sport Development Club at Raymond Mhlaba Sports Centre in Motherwell. Buses were organised to transport the youth to and from the Centre free of charge and admission was free. All participants took part free of charge, and winning mattered most. According to Siyanqoba Community Sport Development Club President Yster Xatasi, their club’s primary objective is to introduce scarce sporting codes to the youth with the aim of preparing them for topflight stages. Yster highlighted that their club was funded by the National Lottery Distribution Trust Fund
(NLTDF). Yster also stated that their club was a solution to South African sport development despite the fact that they did not get cooperation from the Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture. The club treasurer Sityebi Mankazana said none of the government sports departments was willing to lend their hand to help their club grow. Mankazana said that their club consisted of athletics, cycling and swimming teams. Yster urged the youth to join their club since they were aiming to produce national athletes as part of their long-term plan. He thanked NLTDF and Continental Tyres for their unwavering financial support for the club. NEBFA Junior League officials Sibusiso Matebe (far left) and Toto Mntwanambi present Mdumiseni Malinda, Liyema Booi (both CCX Callies U-13 and u-11) and Siyabonga Ntonga (Roaring Tigers U-15) with medals, trophies and jerseys. Photo: SELBY MADIKANE
NEBFA Marina Sea Salt Junior League holds year-end prizegiving function
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Some of the participants display their medals with Siyanqoba Community Sport Development officials Sityebi Mankazana, Phumla Mtendeni and Yster Xatasi. Photo: SELBY MADIKANE
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NEW Brighton Oval Stadium’s hall was full to capacity for the New Brighton Football Association (NEBFA) Marina Sea Salt Junior League Year End Prize-giving late last month. According to NEBFA Coordinator, Sibusiso Matebe, the league was highly competitive and the teams were disciplined throughout the NEBFA Marina Sea Salt League. Matebe congratulated the sponsors Marina Sea Salt for supporting the grass sport. The top
three teams in each age group received a set of kit, medals and the winners went home with floating trophies plus four balls. The runners-up received a ball each. The prize-giving went as follows: U-11 winners: CCX Callies; U-13 winners: CCX Callies; U-15 winners: Roaring Tigers; U-17 winners: Bush Bucks Best Coaches of the season U-11 section: Thando Mpalo (CCX Callies); U-13 section: Asiphe Cekeda (PE United); U-15 section: Xolisa Musa (City Defenders)
Best players of the season U-11 section: Ntlakanipho Ngqandu (Amakhosi); U-13 section: Siviwe Gulwa (PE United); U-15 section: Zolela Yotsi (City Strikers) Best Administrators U-11 section: Litha Mguqulwa (CCX Callies);U-13 section: Sibusiso Nqadini (PE United); U-15 section: Xolisa Musa (City Defenders);U-17 section: Zolani Matiwane (City Lads) Top goal scorers: U-11 :Litha Mguqulwa(CCX Callies) ; U-13: Mdumiseni Malinda (Callies); U15: Litha Dlula (City Defenders).