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Town waiting for the doctor we were told was going to assist her. The doctor was overseas,” said Nolubabalo, adding that they were then told to go back home and would be called when the doctor was back. They have not called to date. Teachers have noticed that the size of the arm affects Lerato’s hand-writing badly. As she cannot use her right-arm she was taught from birth to use the left arm instead. Her arm is also negatively impacting onher coordination. “Her posture is not
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EACHERS from Mbasa Primary School in Motherwell have vowed to find help for one of their young pupils whose right arm is deformed owing to what is believed to be elephantiasis. Since little Lerato Tom (8) was born with her right arm bigger than her left, her parents Mervin Frolick (37) and Nolubabalo Tom (28) of NU13 in Motherwell, have been sent from doctor to doctor without any solution. Even a visit to the Red Cross Children’s Hospital in Cape Town, left them without answers. Elephantiasis is a disease that is characterised by the thickening of the skin and underlying tissues. It sometimes leads to marked swelling of the body part that is affected. “I taught Lerato in Grade 1 last year but was concerned when I noticed that her right arm was bigger than her left arm. I thought she may have been hurt or beaten up, then I took her to the Head of Department (HOD) Ntombizanele Dilimeni,” said Lerato’s former class teacher Thembisa Soya. They reported the matter to the principal, Phopho Mayekiso, who advised that they arrange a meeting with the parents. “We were stunned to learn that Lerato was born like this,” said Dilimeni. Lerato (whose name means Love), is her parents’ first-born and was born at Dora Nginza Hospital in August 2006 with her right arm bigger than the left arm - which is her natural size. According to Nolubabalo, Lerato has been seen by doctors at both Dora Nginza and Livingstone hospitals. They even took her to the Red Cross Hospital about three times but could not get help. “The last occasion was in August 2009 when we spent the whole month in Cape
Elephantiasis is a disease that is characterised by the thickening of the skin and underlying tissues. It sometimes leads to marked swelling of the body part that is affected.
Loving Mother Nolubabalo Tom with her daughter Lerato who needs help with her deformed arm. PHOTO:NCEBA DLADLA
right. Even the way she sits when writing, is not good. When we do Physical Education, her eye-hand coordination is badly affected. She can’t catch, hold or kick the ball,” said Dilimeni. According to Dilimeni they need community assistance to help her as the severity of the problem was outside of the scope of the education department. “The child is brilliant. This whole thing does not affect her intellectual capacity. She passed last year,” Soya was quick to add. Mayekiso bought the pupil a sling to help her hold her hand. Red Cross Hospital’s Public Relations Officer Angelique Jordaan who is new in the position promised to investigate the matter and come back to PE Express Indaba for comment.
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Roadlink leaves commuters stranded LIZEKA TANDWA OVER 30 commuters had been left stranded in Port Elizabeth for more than two days by the Roadlink bus service. Angry commuters, who were supposed to board the bus for Johannesburg on Sunday afternoon but were still waiting yesterday (Tuesday) morning at its Greenacres station, threatened to burn the station down if they did not receive a refund. They also claim they didn’t receive any correspondence since the time when they were meant to board the bus. Numerous calls by PE Express Indaba to the
Disgruntled commuters display their disfavour with SA Roadlink. PHOTO:LIZEKA TANDWA
SA Roadlink Customer Care Centre on the numbers supplied on their website, remained unanswered yesterday morning. The bus finally arrived yesterday just before noon. Weziwe Skhephu, a mother of two who was travelling with her three-year old child to Johannesburg and paid R350 for a ticket, said she had been staying day and night at the Roadlink station with no food, water and ablution. “I do not have any money. I have been living on fast foods in the hope that the bus will eventually arrive but its the third day now and I have no idea what will happen.” When Indaba reporters arrived at the station, a Roadlink cleaner was the only person available to receive commuters complaints. Disgruntled commuters said they would burn the station down if nothing was done to improve SA Roadlink. “I was supposed to leave on Monday at 4pm. The bus operators told us the bus was delayed for 3 hours. After that they told us the bus was stuck and they would arrange taxis to take us to Johannesburg. When the taxis arrived they refused to pay. I have been stuck here with my child,” said another commuter, Samkeliso Masina. Masina said they were offered a place to sleep in one of the broken down buses but said it was unhygienic, smelling of faeces and crawling with cockroaches. “These people clearly do not care about us. They need to know that we will not take this lying down. We will act harshly,” said Progress Mavavarivwu, a native Zimbabwean. Since its establishment, SA Roadlink has been plagued with controversy.
Commuters hold up placards after a SA Roadlink bus was delayed for two days.
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In January 24, Eye Witness News reported that the Western Cape traffic authorities impounded two more SA Roadlink buses. The buses were pulled off the road near George for not having valid operating permits and had been taken to a roadworthy centre in the area. In 2012, The Star reported of furious passen-
Lengthy sentences for crimes against women MEMBERS of the SAPS in Uitenhage are making life difficult for those who abuse women and children. These crimes are treated as a priority by the SAPS. Evidence of this was when several perpetrators were handed down lengthy sentences last week. “These convictions meted out by our courts are as a result of thorough investigations by our detectives, who gathered all relevant evidence to successfully identify and link the offenders to these crimes,” said According to police spokesperson Warrant Officer Gerda Swart. “A 30-year-old man accused of raping a 15-yearold girl during March 2013 was sentenced to life imprisonment in the Addo Magistrates’ Court on Wednesday, 5 February. The investigating officer in the case was D/Sergeant Rose-Mary Adonisi.
Help track down these people REPORTER The following people are sought in connection with their children:
In another case investigated by d/serg. Adonisi, two 40-year-old accused were sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for the rape of a 16-yearold girl, also last Wednesday, 5 February in the Uitenhage Magistrates’ Court. D/serg. Adonisi was also the investigating officer in the case where two men (in their thirties) were sentenced to five years imprisonment for the rape of a 21-year-old woman on Tuesday, 28 January. In another case a 34-year-old accused was sentenced to 10-years imprisonment on Thursday, 23 January on a charge of rape that occurred during July 2013. The investigating officer in the case was D/ Constable Sake Msutwana. Uitenhage Cluster Commander, Brigadier Phillip Salukazana commended the members for their sterling work. – NCEBA DLADLA
) ACVV PE Noord is requesting anyone with details pertaining to the whereabouts of the biological parents of Jamie Jacobs, born 4 September 2004 to contact the social worker, Ms Small at 0 041 451 1365 with regard to the adoption of the child. ) CMR PE is requesting Gerald Donavan Botha, born in 1977, to contact Carina van Niekerk at 0 041 484 3554 with regard to his 6-year old daughter. ) The Department of Social Development and Special Programmes is looking for the mother of Aphelele Lamani. Her name is Buyiswa Mirriam Lamani born in 1972 and she previously resided in Walmer. Anyone with information with regard to the whereabouts of Lamani can contact the social worker, Ms K Felkers at 0 041 406 5822 / 5905 / 5708, during office hours (8am to 4.30pm or fax 0 086 581 8203. ) The Department of Social Development and special programmes is requesting anyone with information with regard to the whereabouts of Deronic Arends and Ricardo Jantjies to contact social worker, Mr M Beyleveld at 0 041 406 5907 during office hours (8am to 4.30pm) or fax 0 086 581 7693. ) The Department of Social Development and Special Programmes is requesting anyone with information regarding the biological father of Ziphozihle Daneille Gule born 2012/01/05 to contact the social worker Ms F Mbuli at 0 041 406 5805 during office hours or fax 0 086 581 18203. To their knowledge the biological mother Pamella Gule passed away during 2012 and the father’s whereabouts is unknown. ) The Department of Social Development and Special Programmes is requesting anyone with information regarding the parents of Ronald Jantjies, named Rouda Jantjies and
Help police identify the deceased POLICE are looking for information on the identitity of two men who have died and who had not yet been identified. In one incident an unknown man was knocked down by a motor vehicle and died along the M17 road on June 28 2011. This 1.7m tall man, estimated to be between 25 and 30 years old, could not be identified by the police. He was wearing black pants, multicoloured check boxer shorts, a grey coloured T-shirt, a brown/khaki coloured lumberjacket and slip-on sandals, said police spokesperson Warrant Officer Dumile Gwavu. Anyone who knows who the man is or who his relatives are can contact Swartkops
gers who had forced an SA Roadlink bus driver to turn around barely 2km after leaving for Durban after it became clear the vehicle was unsafe. Passengers told The Star that they were already seething after being made to wait three hours for the bus to arrive in Johannesburg.
Police Detectives at: 0 041 408 8307. . In another case, the body of an unknown African male was found along Swartkops river banks on July 29, 2012 at about 3:15pm. The man was 1.6m tall and is estimated to be between 25 and 35 years. He had a beard at the time of his death but no moustache. The man was wearing maroon/ navy coloured check boxer shorts, green striped Tshirt, brown khaki coloured tracksuit top with “Puma” written in white letters on the front and the white Puma emblem above the print. Anyone with information about the deceased can please contact Captain Christo van As of Swartkops Police Station at 0 041 4088 317 or 0824421099. – NCEBA DLADLA
Deon Le Minnies who previously resided in Salt Lake, to contact the social worker Ms Krune at 0 041 406 5813 / 5822 / 5708 during office hours (8am to 4.30pm) or fax 0 086 581 203 / 0 041 453 458. ) CMR PE is requesting anyone with information with regard to the whereabouts of Mawele Ntamo born in 1974 to contact social worker, Carina van Niekerk at 0 041 484 3554. It is in connection with his 16-year-old daughter. ) The Department of Social Development and Special Programmes (Ibhayi service office), is requesting anyone with information with regard to the biological mother of Sivenathi Lobese (born on the 19/10/2006) to contact the social worker, Nombulelo Kleinbooi at 0 041 406 5721 during office hours (8am to 4.30pm). To their knowledge the biological mother of the child concerned is Vuyokazi Lobese. The child is in the care of Nothemba Ngcezengana since 2010. ) The Department of Social Development in the Nelson Mandela Metropolitan District (Zwide Service Office) is requesting anyone with information with regard to the whereabouts of the biological father of Iviwe Nguta born on 06/04/2006 to contact the social worker, Ms NS Dikana at 0 041 406 5729 during office hours (8am to 4.30pm) or fax 0 041 406 5752. To their knowledge the biological mother of the child, Nomkita Mkencele-Nguta is deceased. The father is Mthobeli Humphrey Nguta. It is believed that he is somewhere in Cape Town. ) The Department of Social Development and Special Programmes in Nelson Mandela Metro is requesting anyone with information regarding the biological father of a 4year-old boy, Thabile Mahlabane to contact the social worker, Mzoli Mavimbela at 0 041 406 5760 during office hours (8am to 4.30pm) or fax 0 041 406 5797. His biological mother was Zonke Mahlabane who resided in Mthatha (Transkei). She died on 22/03/2010.
Kamesh police arrest another six for public violence NCEBA DLADLA MEMBERS of the SAPS in Kamesh arrested six suspects for public violence yesterday (Tuesday February 11) in the Kwa Langa area. According to police spokesperson Warrant Officer Basil
Seekoei, the arrests follow incidents of violence that occurred in Uitenhage the previous night. “The South African Police Service deployed sufficient members in and around Kamesh Police area to intensify visible policing and to react
immediately in a situation that might occur,” Seekoei said, adding that lawlessness and disruptions would not be tolerated. The suspects are expected to appear in the Uitenhage Magistrates’ Court on charges of public violence today (Wednesday).
A task team to investigate cases related to the unrest were established. Six suspects had already appeared in the Uitenhage Magistrates’ court on charges of Public Violence since the unrest started about two weeks ago.
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New metro police chief takes office NCEBA DLADLA NELSON Mandela Bay Municipality was lauded for its efforts to fight a winning battle against crime that is ravaging the communities. Speaking during the launch of the Safety Month Programme which coincided with the launch of the Community Safety Forum (CSF) at the City Hall in Port Elizabeth last Thursday, MEC for Human Settlements, Safety and Liaison Helen Sauls-August said the metro was the first municipality in the country to launch the CSF. Made up of representatives from the municipality, government departments, civil society, business and the EC NGO Coalition, the CSF would mobilise communities in a fight
MEC Helen-Sauls August launched a Community Safety Forum in Port Elizabeth last week.
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against crime. The MEC urged members of the public to assist the CSF in its work, adding that it was not aimed at replacing, nor duplicating, the work of the existing safety and security structures but to complement them. The first female municipal police chief in the country, Pinkie Mathabathe was introduced for the first time to the media. Mathabathe, former Tshwane Deputy Police Chief, started her job as the Municipal Police Chief of the soon to be established municipal police force on February 1. “This is a bold step for a growing city that has a lot of challenges related to safety and security. Through the South African Police Service and the newly launched Community Safety Forum we are looking forward to working with her and her leadership to make Nelson Mandela Bay a safe city,” said August. She emphasised that youth participation in the Community Safety Forum was crucial. “This is very important in a province, which has been bedevilled by violent attacks on elderly women, mostly perpetrated by young people,” said August. The Safety Month programme will also see the department launching the Steve Tshwete Games, which will be a prominent feature of the Safety and Security Month from this year onwards. The games are intended to divert young people from anti-social activities, like crime and substance abuse. This will be done by promoting youth participation in sport. The games will include soccer and netball. They will start at district level across the province and culminate in provincial games to be played at Aliwal North on February, 27 and 28.
The new Metro Municipal Police Chief Pinkie Mathabathe took office on February 1.
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Brand-new, shiny shoes put sparkle into young lives INDABA REPORTER CHRISTMAS lights have kept sparkling well into the new year for 100 disadvantaged children in Port Elizabeth who were given new hard-wearing leather school shoes purchased with funds raised by The Boardwalk’s annual Christmas carols and sparkler event on Wednesday, December 18. Sparkler sales on the evening raised R7 495. The amount was doubled by The Boardwalk.
Second from left, Ward 17 councillor Ncediso Captain, Emfuleni Resort Chairlady Bongi Siwisa and Mayor Ben Fihla handing over school uniform and stationery to the happy children.
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Zonwabise Resort Holdings, the empowerment shareholder in Emfuleni Resorts, owner of The Boardwalk and Fish River Sun, also donated stationery worth R5 000 to the children. “The event was such a success that we intend hosting it every year. We are sure it will become a highlight of the Nelson Mandela Bay summer season,” said Caley Phillips, public relations and entertainment manager at The Boardwalk. Some of the children who were given the shoes also attended the carols evening and were treated to a day out at The Boardwalk. This included lunch, movies and a take-away, as well as games and rides at the Magic Company. When the children left after the carols they were each given a take-away hamburger to eat on the bus which was hired specially to carry the children in safety. “Being able to make a difference in the lives of the needy makes the event that much more special,” she said.
Give us today our daily bread... NCEBA DLADLA UNEMPLOYMENT and hunger that is ravaging many people of Acardia in the Northern Areas of Port Elizabeth prompted an elderly couple from Walmer, Joseph and Nancy Blaauw, to start a soup kitchen 14 years ago.To date The Daily Bread Outreach, a registered Non- Profit-making Organisation (NPO) brings relief and joy to almost 200 elderly and an equal number of children. The majority of the children are school-going and depend on the good gesture of the pensioner-couple to have a decent meal. “We use our pension money to make a difference in the lives of the less fortunate,” said aunt Nancy, a grandmother of four, adding that with the assistance of the most dedicated Margaret Louw, Zeebo Geswindt and Zita Accum, they won’t stop doing what God has called them to do. Last week PE Express Indaba was greeted with smiles from people - young and old, some in wheelchairs – queuing for the bread, soup, food hampers and some clothing items in the yard of Wonderwoning, a place otherwise known as Seringer for the Aged, in Esterhuizen Street, Acardia.
“People are hungry. The Lord spoke to me in 2000 to do something. I told my wife we could not sit down and do nothing,” said Uncle Joseph, adding that some of the people were suffering from diseases like TB, diabetes, high blood pressure and HIV/Aids. Inspired by the biblical periscope from Proverbs 28:27 which has become their NPO’s logo, Joseph, who runs soup kitchens also in Salsoneville, Timothy Valley and Extension 28, said he gets support from big supermarkets like Shoprite, Spar and Pick n Pay as well as Fig Tree in Walmer to help the needy. “We help the disadvantaged members of the community. There is no colour, sex, age or creed here. Hunger knows no boundaries,” said Joseph, adding that even pupils from Soutspan Primary as well as Arcadia Secondary school learners come for the Tuesday treat. “I appreciate what this elderly couple is doing for the poor members of our community. I know they do this in other areas as well. I am proud of them and support their NPO fully,” said Ward 34 Cllr Johnny Arends. Cllr Arends said he was aware that the Blaauws were using a small container to
Standing in front in flowered dress is Aunt Nancy Blaauw and on her left Uncle Joseph Blaauw with their assistants and the needy they feed. PHOTO:NCEBA DLADLA dish out the bread and need much bigger space. “But unlike other wards, ours does not have a community hall - we use school halls
or two classrooms and take out the partition to hold our community meetings. The Blaauws are a good hardworking couple. I would accommodate them,” said Arends.
New kit gives sport a boost
Seated in the middle is Cllr Gana flanked by from left, principal Miggels and SMT member Zuzeka Xotyeni. At the back are, from left, Tsietsi Makaza, Thando Ngeyakhe, Phumla Pongoma, Viwe Gomomo and Nondlela Gosani (Sports Convenor). In front are pupils from the school. PHOTO:NCEBA DLADLA
SPORTS loving pupils of Sikhothina Combined Primary School in KwaNobuhle, Uitenhage received athletics and rugby kit from Ward 43 Coucillor Thembisile Gana last Thursday. At the hand-over of sports equipment worth R10 000 to the school’s principal Mlungiseleli Miggels, were members of the school management team, coaches, sports convenors and visibly excited pupils. The handover was just in time for the athletes who were gearing themselves towards competing in an athletics meeting in KwaNobuhle stadium today. Sports fanatic Cllr Gana said as a representative of government at the local sphere, it was his responsibility to lend a helping hand and ensure that children from poor backgrounds, like those of Sikhothina Combined PS, benefited from the Municipal Discretionary Fund. “In this way, we are also answering Sports Minister Fikile Mbalula’s call to revive school sport,” Gana said, adding that they were also
hoping to integrate schools and their communities through sharing of skills and resources. School principal Mlungiseleli Miggels thanked Cllr Gana and his office for the good gesture. He said it was going to rejuvenate the pupils and encourage the teachers. “This is going to make a whole lot of difference in the lives of our children. We really needed these,” said Miggels. He added, “We are a no-fee school and solely depend on a government grant to do our school programmes. But our budget from government does not meet all our needs. We want to thank Cllr Gana and his office for this gesture.” Miggels has, however, urged other Good Samaritans to come and assist them in their need for their sports field to have soccer nets and rugby poles.Without these poles, Miggles said their pupils have to travel long distances to Jabavu stadium or the Indoor Sports Centre for a proper practice match. – NCEBA DLADLA
Childbirth education is a must THERE are an estimated 100 million pregnant women in the world at any given time and a new study from the USA Yale School of Medicine has found that many lack key information regarding reproductive health. For example, about half the women surveyed did not know that taking multivitamins and folic acid could help prevent birth defects. The Childbirth Educators Professional Forum and Bio-Oil are joining hands this February to empower women through information
and highlighting the value and benefits of antenatal classes. According to Lynne Bluff, South Africa’s leading childbirth educator, knowledge is key to a happy, healthy pregnancy. “If you understand what is normal, you can be relaxed and confident in what you are experiencing, knowing it is simply part of being pregnant.” For example, it’s very common for pregnant women to experience itchy skin. “The skin is the largest organ in the body and
any changes can have a huge impact on the mother,” says Bluff. “Massaging oil on to the breasts and tummy will moisturise the skin, soothe itchiness and help decrease the chance of stretch marks forming. It’s also a great way to start bonding with the little person inside.” Bluff said childbirth education should cover all aspects of pregnancy and birth, as well as how to care for mom and her newborn baby. “Classes are usually six to eight weeks long and the interaction with the childbirth educa-
tor and other pregnant couples in the class is invaluable. Many lifelong friendships are formed.” Hospitals and childbirth educators around the country will be giving informational talks during February. Contact your local hospital or visit www.expectantmothersguide.co.za for details. There will also be pregnancy advice and apps on Facebook, including a healthy eating plan, due date calculator and stretchmark guide. Visit www.facebook.com/BioOilSA.
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Catholic Church leaders hold workshop on authentic leadership NCEBA DLADLA THE Eastern Cape Diocese of the African Catholic Church under Bishop Sonwabo Hoyi had a successful Strategic Priorities Workshop for 2014 and Beyond at NMMU, Mission-
vale Campus Conference Centre recently. The church leadership had an opportunity to learn from NMMU Psychologist Nomalungelo Ntlokwana, Bishop Mzukisi Banzana of Umzi WaseTopiya and ACC’s Rev Mzimkhulu Zazi who made presentations.
Standing at the back with white T-shirt is Rev Canon Phumelele Tose with happy members including Faniswa Cele, Mandisi Dukumbana, Senzi Mseleni and Zanele Hole.
From left are, Diocesan Dean Mandisi Busakwe, Rev Deacon Mzwandile Zazi, lay ministers Siphiwo Meleni, Bandile Cuntu, Siyabulela Meleni and Archdeacon Mzukisi Meleni.
From left are lay ministers SB Stoma, Phumlani Dlamkile and Bongani Mafukuka.
Seated from right to left are, Lady Bishop Thobeka Hoyi, Lumka Mndi, Lindiwe Canti and Lindiwe May. Standing from left are, Florence Andries, Thandiwe Sesanti and Pamela Ngqula.
ACC EC Bishop Sonwabo Hoyi and St Stephen’s Anglican Church’s Nomalungelo Ntlokwana
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Leaders from left, Faniswa Cacela (Parish Secretary) , Dumile Mbambo (lay Minister),Kwanele Tom (Assistant Warden) and Mandisa Dukumbana (Church Council member).
Supportive wives, seated from left are, Zoleka Mbambo (lay minister), Canon Mirriam Hashe and Archdeacon Bukelwa Meleni while standing from left are, Alicia Tose (lay Minister) and Nowase Dwakaza.
The African Catholic Church Ministers’ wives from left, Nomakhuze Busakwe (St Thomas), Vuyiswa Zazi (St Phillips) and Phiweka Busakwe (St Stephens).
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Boxing licensees called for licence renewal NCEBA DLADLA PROFESSIONAL boxing governing body Boxing South Africa (BSA) has issued a communiqué for those interested to take part in the sport as boxers, trainers, managers, ring officials and promoters to renew their licences before March 31. “The friendly reminder we sent to boxing
licensees last week was a humble request for those applying and intending to take part in the sport to start registering for the 2014/2015 Financial Year,” said BSA acting CEO Loyiso Mtya. Explaining, Mtya said BSA’s intention in advising licensees to re-register was aimed at protecting them in matters relating to, but not limited to, the validity of their insurance covers, applications for tourna-
ments and the obligation of outstanding contracts. According to Mtya, BSA would not deal with non-licensed individuals or groups in any manner after the aforementioned date. Said Mtya, “The only exception to this ruling will be the new professional boxers coming from the amateur ranks who are expected to undergo the national graduation programme to turn professional during
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February-March 2014 Graduation. “This will be conducted by BSA and SA National Amateur Boxing Organisation (SANABO).” After the completion of the graduation process, amateur boxers intending to turn professional were expected to undergo a medical tests for HIV and Hepatitis B and tender their applications to their Provincial Offices.
A black weekend for Shining Stars SELBY MADIKANE SHINING Stars had a black weekend when they slipped twice during MOFA Build It Premier League games over the past weekend. Stars’ two years’unbeaten record ultimately came to an abrupt end as they trailed 2-1 to Tomorrow Stars on Saturday (February 8, 2014) and were devastated 3-1 by Milan Stars on Sunday. Tomorrow Stars were firing on all cylinders and did not respect the reigning champions. Likhaya Dayile and Nceba Scara Sizani helped Tomorrow Stars to win while Si-
Little Birds and Celtics players tussle for the ball.
nethemba Zinara Peter pulled Shining Stars’ goal from the penalty spot. Milan Stars appeared to have done their homework properly as they controlled the proceedings right from the kick off. Milan’s star player Buntu Fish Mnyamana played a crucial role for his side. Fish Mnyamana registered his name on the score sheet when he headed the first goal of the match. Shining Stars defender Peter scored an equaliser. Shining Stars’ joy was short-lived when Milan rubbed salt into Shining Stars’ wounds, following a goal scored by Mbulelo Perry Cakwebe. Things fell apart for Shining Stars as Sibabalwe Sotsewu banged in a last goal to give Milan a 3-1 win. The full results of MOFA Build It Premier League:
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ZWIFA Premier League spectacular clashes SELBY MADIKANE IT WAS business as usual at Zwide Football Association (ZWIFA) Premier League at Gal City grounds on Saturday. Shining Stars were impressive when they humiliated Soweto Angels 4-0. In a thrilling game Morning Stars were held to a 4-4 draw by Swartkops United. Zwide Celtics secured a 2-1 hard
fought victory from Manchester City. Gal City supporters were disappointed when their side went down 1-0 to Major Chiefs. Kuyasa United Brothers affectionately known as Gerber were on top following their comfortable 3-1 victory over Zwide Pirates. The game which kept fans on their feet and which ended in 1-1 draw was between Golden Aces and Little Birds.
Thabiso Afrika Tshomela (Shining Stars midfielder)) and Sivuyile Mbolompo (Milan Stars defender) chase the ball.
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*Crystal Palace 2-1 Manchester United *SUBS 2-0 Milan Stars *Young Romans 1-1 Valencia *Highland Spurs 3-1 Tottenham Spurs *Real Strikers 2-1 Lion Stars *Young Madrid 5-3 Young Tigers *Real Aces 0-1 Young Ideas The results of MOFA Build It First Division: *NU 29 United Stars 2-1 Young Destroyers *Wells United1-0 Real City *Young Killers 2-0 Camper United *FC Motherwell 3-1 Shining Stars *Motherwell United 8-1 Young Chiefs *Lion City 2-0 Mcelu Kings *Scorpion 2-0 Hector FC *Young Swallows 4-3 Ikamva Movers *Manchester FC 3-0 Channel Porto *MUBS 2-0 Real Bucs *City Rangers 10-0 Tomorrow Stars *FC Angel 4-1 Shining Stars
ZAFA Njeya Investments Premier League and First Division results SELBY MADIKANE
ing 2-1 to XI Angels.
HUNDREDS of fans were treated to football of a high standard when ZAFA Njeya Investments Premier League and First Division game were played at Wolfson Stadium and at Dynamos grounds recently.
ZAFA First Division results:
Seven United played their hearts out despite their 1-0 loss to the gutsy Young Professionals. Santos lost on soft points to Young Romans. NUBS displayed good football skills when they emerged winners by 2-0 to Continental Express. BUBS pipped Zamazama 3-2 in their interesting game. United Comrades drew 0-0 with Ghetto XI while Golden Brothers went down 1-0 to Dynamos. Brazil Brothers supporters were not excited to see their side los-
All City Stars player is attacked by Real Stars players.
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*Makawula Brothers 2-2 Dynamos *Island City 0-3 XI Masters *Peace Lovers 0-3 Charge United *PE Demonstrators 3-2 Black Eagles *Powerlads 3-2 Real Strikers *Real Stars 0-0 City All Stars *United Brothers 0-2 Young Neighbours *Vutha Celtics 1-1 Happy Stars *Royal Blues 0-1 Major Stars
SUBS are still in league title contention.
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Stars shocked SUBS SELBY MADIKANE FANS saw some surprises in the SAFA Nelson Mandela Bay SAB Regional League games with the league race becoming open over the past weekend. Having overcome Acemates 1-0 a week ago, Tomorrow Stars took SUBS aback when they deservedly defeated them 3-2 at their own hunting ground. The new log leaders Londt Park-based Callies had a run for their money when they handed a hard 1-0 win to the high-riding Fairview Rovers. Other title chasers Lion City collected three maximum points from Acemates
in their 1-0 triumph. Fans were also surprised when Hotspurs dropped three points to Royal Bucs as they arrived late for their scheduled time. Camper United played to a 2-2 draw with the low-lying Sunrise Development FC. Despatch Pioneers suffered a major setback when they were beaten 4-1 by Sunrise Development FC. Other SAFA NMB SAB Regional League results: *Despatch Pioneers 4-0 Island City *Highland Spurs 2-1 Motherwell Academy *Peace United 2-2 Showvillage
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Local lad Sdebha signs with the mighty Orlando Pirates
NCEBA DLADLA NELSON Mandela Bay will soon be represented in the top flight football as a local lad Sinethemba Sdebha has signed a pre-contract with the mighty Orlando Pirates. The star of Sidebha (19) of KwaNobuhle in Uitenhage shone bright last year during the Nedbank Keyona U-23 Team Talent search. He was one of the 15 000 soccer hopefuls coming from around South Africa who were hoping to make a Nedbank Team which played against the Premier Soccer League (PSL) defending champions and the Nedbank Champions Kaizer Chiefs development side at the Lucas Moripe stadium in Pretoria last week, said Sandile Konono who worked his magic to make sure that Sdebha’s awesome talent was recognised and appreciated.
Konono saw the immense talent of the Highlands Spurs FC defender and advised him to go for the trials for the Nedbank team. He made it to the final team and had a good 75 minutes of fame against Amakhosi before he was replaced owing to an injury. Supported by the entire members of his family, some Nelson Mandela Bay Councillors, Nobuhle/Despatch Football Association (NODEFA) Executive and Safa NMB, Sdebha is bound to succeed in his chosen profession, observed Konono. According to an overjoyed Sdebha’s elder brother Mike Sdebha, the soccer-mad lad is now waiting for Amabhakabhaka club chairman Dr Irvin Khoza to confirm the next step. “He is otherwise working very hard. He is training three times a day alone, with Manchester Babes FC and with Highland Spurs FC,” said Mike, adding that the former Molly
Blackburn High School learner cannot wait to join a PSL team of Pirates’ calibre straight from the amateur ranks. Mike and his parents accompanied the young man to all his Nedbank games in Gauteng. He saw the National Coaches and Player-Agents’ reaction to his little brother’s talent. Mike thanked Nedbank’s vision of pitting amateurs against professionals on the field of play in order to identify and harness the untapped talent abounding in the corners of South Africa. The future of KwaNobuhle lad Sinethemba Sdebha (19) who signed a pre-contract with Orlando Pirates looks bright. PHOTO:NCEBA DLADLA
Imbabala back on top of NODEFA VW Community Trust Premier League SELBY MADIKANE IMBABALA Young Stars showed why they were the NODEFA VW Community Trust Premier League’s most supported side following their comprehensive 5-1 win over high flying Really Rangers. However, Imbabala are back in the top spot of the NODEFA VW Community Trust Premier League. City Style humiliated Golden Chiefs 3-1 while Khayelitsha Stars overcame Stokes United 2-1. Fireworks were produced when Young
Callies earned a narrow 4-3 victory from Manchester United. KUBS went home with a morale- booster 4-2 victory in their game against New City Stars. NODEFA VW Community Trust First Division results: *All City Stars 2-1 Mighty Teenagers *Temptations 0-0 Highland Spurs *Uitenhage Eagles 3-1 Garden City *Young Callies 0-2 Lion City *Young Culture 4-0 Flamingo *Young Stars 2-7 Young Brothers
Khayelitsha Stars disappointed Stokes United.
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Dodgers upset Winter Rose
Morning Stars lose in the local derby
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FOOTBALL experts could not guess correctly which teams would drop valuable points in their bid to take the honours in NEBFA Sedgars Premier League weekend games at Chevrolet Stadium. In one of the upsets Dodgers proved the critics wrong when they humiliated the high-riding
Winter Rose 2-0. Bush Bucks also spoiled the party of PE Sundowns in a 1-1 draw, while Stinging Bees shared the spoils goalless with Eastern Jumpers. Amakhosi drew 2-2 with CCX Callies and Boast Pirates succumbed 1-0 to Red City. Real White City tamed Roaring Tigers in their 2-0 win. City Defenders secured a hard 3-2 win when they locked horns with Black Stars.
IN WHAT was described as the real local derby Morning Stars succumbed 2-1 to their neighbours Real City in their SAFA Eastern Cape Second Division League clash at Motherwell NU 2 Stadium on February 8, 2014.
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