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Slippers!

Learners from Joshua Generation made a difference last week Friday when they participated in the annual Reach for Your Slippers Day. They bought their ‘right’ to wear their slippers to school from a participating outlet in Burgersfort (R10 each) and in doing so made a difference to the plight of children in South Africa with life threatening diseases who are assisted by the Reach for a Dream Organisation. More photographs inside.

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NEWS

‘This loss of innocent lives can no longer be tolerated’ Executive Mayor

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The Executive Mayor of Sekhukhune District Municipality Cllr Mogobo David Magabe is horrified by the continuing horrific road accidents on the roads. Last week 8 people lost their lives after a mortuary van collided with a minibus taxi between Jane Furse and Mamone village. At the time 11 people who are victims of this accident were fighting for their lives in the new Jane Furse Hospital. Two weeks ago, on 19 July 2014, 8 people lost their lives at Leporogong area situated at theR37 road between Atok and Lebowakgomo. This incidents are just figures taken from the recent list of serious accidents reported across the Sekhukhune District Municipality. “We are perplexed and horrified by this unending number of serious acaccidents reported on our roads daily. We are convinced that one life lost is one too many. We can only appeal to all our law enforcement agencies to redouble their efforts in order to spare lives. We equally appeal our people in particular motorist to respect the rules of the road at all times. We are worried that negligent driving has been the cause of all this major incidents” says Executive Mayor M.D Magabe.

‘I’m very much concerned about how risky is becoming daily and daily to drive in Burgersfort roads especially our R37 road which is becoming similar to deadly Moloto road. When I passed the town this week I was welcomed by cows crossing the busy road just near Tubatse Crossing Mall and it came to my attention how this can put the life of the road users in danger. I think the road is too small to cover all the motorists in Tubatse however that’s not the only problem. I urge the motorists to drive safely more especially the taxi men. Arrive Alive is not just a slogan is a lifetime message.” Calvin Selepe (Manoke Village)

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“We urge members of the community to exercise restraint during this period of mourning. And we send our sincere condolences to the bereaved families. To the injured persons, we wish them speedy recovery from everywhere they are. The department of Roads working together with Road Accident Fund will ensure that government contribute to the send off of our fallen heroes. As the District Municipality, through our Councillors and CDWs, we will offer systematic assistance to affected families” “Having said that, this loss of innocent lives can no longer be tolerated. Everyone must play their part to ensure that the accidents STOP and they Stop indefinitely” concluded Executive Mayor Magabe.

Stomach flu should be taken seriously

Mike Nartey is your friendly pharmacist at Pharmacy at Spar.

Stomach flu or gastroenteritis is not the same as the flu (influenza) that goes around every winter. The real flu (influenza) affects the respiratory system like your nose, throat and lungs but the stomach flu (gastoenteritis) attacks your intestines. It causes symptoms such as watery diarrhea, abdominal cramps and pain, nausea, vomiting, occasional muscle aches or headache and a low-grade fever. Symptoms usually last just a day or two, but in severe cases can persist up to 10 days. You should see a doctor if you are not able to keep fluids down for 24 hours, if you have been vomiting for more than 2 days, if you are vomiting blood, if you notice blood in your bowel movements or become dehydrated. Signs of dehydration include excessive thirst, dry mouth, deep yellow urine or little to no urine and sever weakness, dizziness and lightheadedness. Especially children dehydrate quickly and it is important to keep an eye on them and seek medical help sooner than later. Over the counter medicines to help with hydration and binding the stomach is available. Ask your friendly pharmacist to help you find the right products.

Crime snippets On Monday 4 August 2014 a 23 year old male driver died and two passengers were seriously injured in an accident near Praktiseer along the Penge road. As far as could be determined a driver of a Toyota bakkie lost control and the vehicle overturned. The driver died on the scene and the two passengers were transported to the hospital. On Monday 04 August 2014 Tubatse Police arrested a 37 year old man in connection with rape, kidnapping and assault with the purpose to inflict grievous bodily harm. A 30 year old women alleged that she was kidnapped, assaulted and raped by the suspect in Ga Madiseng village on Sunday 03 August 2014. On Monday 04 August 2014 the victim said that while she visited the toilet, she managed to call her mother and gave her directions to the place where she was kidnapped. Her mother reported the matter to the Police and they followed up the information. On the arrival of the Police, the suspect tried to run away but the Police chased him and managed to arrest him. A case docket of rape, kidnapping and assault was opened for further investigation. The suspect is expected to appear in the Praktiseer Magistrate’s Court soon.

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SDA launch projects The Sekhukhune Development Agency (SDA) launched their projects at a function at Jorge Resort near Steelpoort last week Friday. Mr Tito Nkadimeng, the chairman of the SDA told guests that the SDA remains an instrumental partner in the unlocking of the Sekhukhune “Express” - an integrated logistics and transport vision that manifests through the release of the Moloto corridor. Building the second economy or township economy of the region and helping to turn around the fortunes of thousands of ordinary people living in Sekhukhune. The projects include the Tswenyane Consumer Cooperative. According to Mr Sephaka

Motswiane, Chief Executive of the SDA, they provide support for SMME’s and cooperatives such as the Tswenyane Consumer Cooperative. Links to financial institutions are provided and support for projects provided. The Tswenyane Consumer Cooperative is one of 10 cooperatives within the Sekhukhune district that were adopted by the SDA for further support. The SDA supports the Competitive Supplier Development Programme through which the mines in the area are encouraged to do “transformative thinking” and provide opportunities to small local companies. The Steelpoort Town Regeneration

Sekhukhune District Municipality Mayor, Cllr. Mogobo David Magabe (left) congratulated the SDA and encouraged communities to make the most of every opportunity and day they have.

Programme is a multi-sectoral plan addressing social, economic, physical and environmental aspects of town development. It is part of the projects the SDA support. The Sekhukhune Regional Chicken Abattoir will operate from an abandoned abattoir in Groblersdal. It will be upgraded and equipped to cater for workloads on a regional scale. The vision is that Sekhukhune can feed the entire country. In this category there is also the Mokgotho Atcha Project where mangoes are processed to the economic benefit of the

community. The Sekhukhune Red Meat Feedlot Project that assist with the rearing, processing and trading in the red meat sector. The Tswelopele Primary Agric Farm near Praktiseer is aiming to empower communities to produce crops for the market like the Phiring Cooperative Farm is doing. Other projects include the Mamadi Seedlings and Genebank and the Rahlagane Table Grapes Project. There are also tourism projects like the Potlake Game Reserve, Flag Boshielo and De Hoop Dams that are receiving attention.

Mr Tito Nkadimeng, Chairman of SDA.

Mr Sephaka Motswiane, SDA Chief Executive.

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Advertorial

Investing big money to help create big futures Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines (ECM) will be spending millions to help improve educational facilities in the area. The investment in education infrastructure is central to Samancor Chrome’s principles and values to contribute towards sustainable community development. The projects will focus on the upgrading and construction of basic school infrastructure such as: 1. Madibeng Primary School in Kutullo Village (Tweefontein Mine Community)

Reaching out to the community In May ECM and Thorburn Security Solutions reached out to a group of children at the Dilokong Youth Development and Empowerment Project. Donations consisting of food and blankets were delivered to the 24 caretakers and the 115 children they look after.

Winning with ‘Christmas in July’ Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines was once again one of the big winners at the annual Wildevy 4x4Day. The day aims to raise funds for charity and ECM annually hosts an obstacle point and prepares a potjie for the potjiekos competition. This

Going the extra mile on Mandela Day Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines (ECM) participated in Mandela Day on 18 July 2014 with a clean-up campaign of the Steelpoort/Polokwane road. The themed their day’s effort: “Our Place, Our

with additional classrooms/ 3 classrooms that will be convertible into a hall, refurbishments and renovations; 2. Mangabane Primary School at Mangabane Village (Doornbosch Mine Community) - Two Grade R Classrooms per school, 4 Classrooms, refurbishments and renovations of classrooms;3. Mogolo Primary School at GaRiba (Doornbosch Mine Community) - 8 Classrooms. 4. Sehlaku Secondary School, Driekop Village (Doornbosch Mine Community) - School Hall, laboratory, Engineering workshop 5. Sekabate Primary School, Madiseng Village (Doornbosch Mine Community) -Admin Block, refurbishment of 2 Grade R Classrooms. Construction is already underway and schools are looking forward to using the facilities in the near future.

Planet...Our Responsibility”. Volunteers made a commitment to continue taking responsibility for the environment and to continue working with Samancor in achieving a zero harm environment.

year their theme was ‘Christmas in July’. The colourful decorations and original theme impressed visitors and judges alike. The team’s hard work paid off as they walked away with three prizes: Best Theme; Best Sponsored Obstacle Point and Overall Winner.

ECM soccer team doing well Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines’ soccer team participated in various soccer tournaments in the past few months. They’ve proved that they are a team to be reckoned

with. Sadly, one of the support members, Ruffy Thobeyane (far right) passed away. He will be missed by everyone on the team.

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Joy for Sarah and her family 2014 had turned into a year of blessings for Ms Sarah Mmeya of Ga-Madiseng village. In May Platinum Gazette reported about her difficult circumstances when a storm left her and her six children homeless. They were living in the remains of what could be rescued from her old shack after a storm swept it away. Ms Mmeya did not have an identity document and she had lost her job. Neighbours and the community tried to assist. Mr Jeffrey Lesese brought her plight to Platinum Gazette’s attention. Member of the SAPS Media Centre, attached to the SAPS Corporate Communication division in Limpopo read about the family in Platinum Gazette. The article was brought to the attention of LtGen Fannie Masemola who immediately requested the Provincial Head of ORS, Brig Nonhlahla Zulu to try and assist. Brig Zulu approached Modikwa Platinum Mine management for assistance. After a visit to the family the SAPS and Modikwa Platinum Mine joined forces to create a glimmer of hope for

the family. A three roomed fixed and much stronger structure was erected on the family’s stand and assistance with proper toilet will also be given. A fence will be erected around the property. Members of the SAPS jumped in with enthusiasm and contributed money or made donations to the family. This allowed the management of the police to hand over much needed groceries, clothing and shoes. During the hand-over ceremony, Brig Zulu ensured that representatives from Home Affairs, SASSA, the Dept. of Health as well as the municipality were present. They undertook to provide Sarah with assistance to obtain and ID document and birth certificates for the children so that she can apply for social grants for them. The municipality was not let off the hook and they promised to look into the possibility of building the family a proper RDP house. Ms Mmeya could not thank everyone enough for what they’ve given to her family. She was overwhelmed with joy and thanks.

Right: The commander of the SAPS Air Wing, Col Seabela handing over food, groceries, clothing and blankets donated by SAPS members to the family. (Photographs & Info: SAPS Provincial Communications).

Modikwa Platinum Mine joined forces with the SAPS to assist the family.

The family will now enjoy better shelter in their newly erected, stronger and bigger structure.

Sarah and some of her children in front of their old home.

Burgersfort NG Kerk hou basaar Op 29 en 30 Augustus hou die Burgersfort NG Kerk basaar. Die gemeente nooi graag almal in die gemeenskap uit om saam met hulle te kom kuier. Die naweek sal afskop met ‘n veldfliek op die Vrydagaand. Die Saterdag is ‘n heerlike kuier geleentheid met iets van alles. Die geleentheid beloof om ‘n koeksister van ‘n ouwêreldse basaar met moderne elemente te wees. Kom kyk wat alles verkoop word - vars groente, koeke, terte, wit olifante en

sommer nog baie meer. Kom eet lekker saam poeding en ander basaar eetgoed. Verlede jaar se basaar was ‘n heerlike dag en groot sukses en die gemeente wil graag weer die lekkerte met almal deel. On 29 and 30 August the Dutch Reformed Church above Supa Save will be hosting a festive day. They are inviting everyone to come and support the day. There will be loads of fun and stalls with goodies to buy. It promises to give a taste of a traditional ‘Afrikaans basaar’. So mark the date and don’t miss out!

NEWS

8 AUGUST 2014

Your opinion about the President Jacob Zuma has directed The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to investigate various issues related to maladministration and alleged corruption in various government departments and entities as well as the Greater Tubatse Municipality (GTM) and the Vhembe District Municipality. The team will amongst other things be looking into allegations of: “Serious maladministration in connection with the affairs of the departments; Improper or unlawful conduct by employees of the departments; Unlawful appropriation or expenditure of public money or property; Unlawful, irregular and unapproved acquisitive act, transaction, measure or practice having a bearing upon State property; Intentional or negligent loss of public money or damage to public property; Alleged offences related to Chapter 2 of the Prevention and Combating of Corrupt Activities Act, 2004 (Act. No. 12 of 2004), and unlawful or improper conduct by any person, which has caused or may cause serious harm to the interest of the public”. This week Platinum Gazette asked readers how they feel about the coming probe. Their thoughts about GTM being one of the municipalities to be investigated as well as the outcomes they hope to see from the investigation.

Mr Arabia Mohlala said: “It is good. We have a problem with corruption and people are not doing their jobs properly. Ja, after the investigation things will be better. The guilty ones must be fired!”

Mnr Sello Mopane sê: “Dis regtig, regtig goed. Die mense wat Zuma stuur sal die munisipaliteit uit-sort. Hierdie dorp is vol gaatjies en ons karre kry punctures oppad werk toe. Hulle moet ons paaie regmaak. Die munisipaliteit eet die geld. Ons munisipaliteit is gekies vir die ondersoek omdat hier so baie korrupsie is. Die mense sal bly wees na die investigation. Ons het ‘n mooi munisipaliteit, maar die mense wat daar werk maak nie mooi nie. Lead by example!”

Mr Doctor Masinga said: “It is alright. They must investigate this municipality. We don’t want corruption. They must help people who are poor with the budget and not let it go into corrupt things. This team Zuma is sending will sort things out. You remember in the past they had people sorting out Lebowakgomo? Whole departments were investigated and the corruption was sorted out. The same will happen here”.

Ms Constance Makhubedu and Ms Kgaogelo Hlahla said: “It is a good thing they will be looking into our municipality”. Ms Makhubedu said: “I think things will be better there in the future. They will sort everything out”. Ms Hlahla said: “I am not so sure about that”.

Mr Norman Magabe said: “I welcome the investigation, but the President must also clean his desk. Sure, his team will be able to make a difference here”.

Left: Ms Marinkie Mashabela said: “They must investigate. You see our economy is like it is at the moment because government appoints comrades instead of competent and educated people. If they investigate here, they will find irregularities. Criminal law and justice must be applied. Justice to the people. If this team makes sure the right people gets appointed, things will be better”.

Mnr Enoch Mametja sê: “Dis goed dat Zuma dit laat doen. Hier is so baie korrupsie – dis hoekom ons munisipaliteit gekies is vir ‘n ondersoek. Die mense sal sorg dat dinge weer beter gaan. Hulle is bang vir Zuma so hulle sal dinge kom uitsorteer”.

Me. Joey Seaman sê: “Ek glo die ondersoek sal ‘n verbetering bring, want wraggies – so kan dit nie langer aangaan nie”.

Right: Mr TE Mabelane said: “Yes, I welcome the investigation because those guys at the municipality are using money in the wrong way. They only want to benefit themselves and their families and they don’t care about the community. I hope it will be better after the investigation”.

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SIU’s investigation of GTM

Mr Joseph Malepe said: “There is a lot of corruption. The management is just eating the money while we are suffering. We live in a democracy but we drink water with the animals. It is good President Jacob Zuma is doing this. This team will make a difference”. Ms Eugenia Mathaba said: “It is not going to make a difference if this special unit investigate the municipality. They’ve been trying to root out corruption and it is just not working. The procedures they use are just not working”.

Me. Liezl Harmse sê: “Ja, ek dink dit is goed dat daar ‘n ondersoek kom. Ek hoop hulle spoor op waar daar geld onregmatig bestee is en hou die ouens daarvoor verantwoordelik. Hulle moet sommer tronk toe gaan as dit nodig is. Ek nie baie positief dat alles uiteindelik beter sal wees nie. Die kans is seker goed dat almal skotvry daarvan gaan wegstap. ‘n Mens hoor altyd van die investigations en dan 2 of 3 maande later is die persone wat ondersoek is, weer terug”.

Mr Lawrence Nemakonde said: “Ja, it can only help. You don’t know, often these people just investigate but nothing happens. You hear of this commission of enquiry and that investigation team, but the corruption often just continue. Perhaps they chose us at random because I’ve seen more corrupt municipalities”.

Mr Sydney Mashego and Ms Irene Lesese said: “It is true that there is a lot of corruption here, but they must not only investigate in Burgersfort, they must look at the whole Limpopo. It is full of corruption. This team has pressure from the top so they will definitely sort things out”.

Mr Dumisa Madalane said: “I welcome the Special Investigation Unit (SIU). They must come and investigate the municipality. What I don’t welcome is the way the Hawks came here and just picked at a few people. The SIU will be fair and investigate everyone. I am not defending corruption and I don’t support corruption. I just want people to be fair. Don’t just single out people. The SIU will work fairly without fear and favour. I don’t support the Hawks who came for just two people”.

Mr Thato Moloto said: “This is a good thing. We’ve got a lot of corruption here at our municipality. This special investigation will help us get service delivery at Tubatse. Here at Tubatse we have big, big corruption, that is why Zuma picked us to be investigated”.

Links: Mnr. Terrence Roberts sê: “Ja, dis beslis goed dat hulle ‘n ondersoekspan stuur. Dis nodig. Hulle moet kyk dat die geld vir die regte goed gaan - kyk net hoe sukkel die dorp met riool en water. Dit stink! Ek weet nie heeltemal of die ondersoekspan ‘n verskil in Burgersfort gaan maak nie”.

Want to report corruption? There are various channels available through which corruption can be reported and handled. Usually companies and institutions have an internal whistle blowing system. Persons who wish to become involved in the fight against corruption can also contact the following organisations: Public Protector: E-mail: customerservice@pprotect.org or Tel: 012 366 7143. Limpopo office: 015 295 5712 or 015 295 5699 or 015 295 5956

Corruption Watch: Tel: 011 242 3900 or report corruption on 0800 023 456. Local Government Action: Website on www.localgovernmentaction.org

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Putting on the slippers Joshua Generation’s learners supported the Reach for a Dream Foundation when they wore their slippers to school last week. The day in aid of a good cause was a lot of fun for the learners. Both the Steelpoort and Burgersfort campus learners participated. (Information & Photograpsh: Joshua Generation)

Motivational speaker visits Joshua Generation On Friday,1 August Joshua Generation had a motivational speaker from America at the school. His name is Simbarashe Kamuriwo. He is currently studying towards his Masters Degree in Music in America. He spoke about his studies and motivated the learners to work hard and achieve their goals. He advised them in the following ways: 1. Put Jesus First 2. Obey their parents 3. Respect your teachers 4. Work Hard 5. Pay it forward

(Information & Photograph: Joshua Generation)

Pneumatix at Joshua Generation

You could be lucky at Tubatse SUPERSPAR

On 4 August Pneumatix visited Joshua Generation. The group of students came all they way from Somerset West. Their aim is to reach children though drama and singing productions. Their programme is based on preaching the Word of God in reality and life through music and art. The school thanked the AFM Church for introducing the group to them.

(Photograph & Information: Joshua Generation)

Tubatse Towing Lucky customers are still winning at Tubatse SUPERSPAR. Last week Mr Karabo Senong was the lucky winner of a R500 shopping voucher. Ms Nonjabulo Mbiza from Spar handed his prize to him. Customers can still stand a chance to win enter in store! • Fenders • Bonnets • Grills • Bumpers • Head & Tail Lights • CV Joints • Brake Pads • Aircon fans • Radiator fans • Condensers • Carburettors • 24 Hour Towing Services, including insurance registered vehicles

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Betrekkings/Vacancies The following vacancy is currently available: ASSISTANT MANAGER – FILLING STATION We are looking for a dynamic person to act as a Junior Manager at a Temba Filling Station in Burgersfort. The ideal candidate will have the following qualifications, skills and attributes: · Grade 12 or higher · Computer literate. · Energetic go-getter. · Leadership qualities. · High integrity and trustworthy. · Analytical and technical abilities. · Systematic and organised approach. · Good interpersonal skills. · Able to function well under pressure. · Ability to motivate staff. · Customer orientated. Duties and responsibilities: All aspects of the day to day running of a busy Filling Station which includes inter alia: · Administrative duties · Troubleshooting · All aspects of Staff Management · Cash and Stock Control · Standby duty and callouts when required · Helping supervisors cashiers and other staff with their daily tasks

Veilings/Auctions LIMPOPO Portion 93 of Erf 2314 Aloe farm Buffelsvley Ridge, 93 / Size: 1.1715 Umshanti HA / 4 Bedroom Building/ Size: house on 1 1419m2/ hectare stand situated in wildlife estate. / Rented offices & vacant space. 12% return Offers from: R6m if fully let. / Offers from R10m Auction Date: 20 August at 12 Noon Auction Venue: 222 Main Road, Rondebosch. Offers can be e-mailed to info@rawsonauctions.com; Contact: Tanya , 082 411 9599

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Kennisgewings/Notices Fatojen Trading Enterprise (Pty) Ltd (Registration Number 2012/092593/07); P.O Box 2462; Burgersfort; 1150 AS REQUIRED IN TERMS OF SECTIONS 10(1)(b),16(4)(b), 22(4)(b), 27(5)(b) and 39 OF THE MINERAL AND PETROLEUM RESOURCES DEVELOPMENT ACT (ACT 28 of 2002) Fatojen Trading Enterprise (Pty) Ltd is In the process of consulting community and any interested parties as required by the law stated above in alignment with Iron ore mining permit Ref: LP30/5/1/3/2/ 10527 MP on the farm PARYS 779 KS in the magisterial district of Fetakgomo. Interested parties are invited to attend the site meeting for the above stated project Date: 8 August 2014 Time: 10:00pm Venue: In the site Registration: interested parties should register by 8 August 2014 via email, using their preferred email address. All communication will take place electronically. Enquiries: T. Tshilande E-mail: asakhakhi@gmail.com

Tender Notification Selling of scrap metals, old conveyor belts and drums Tender number: 45617 1. Background The mine is situated 90km from Middleburg along R555 to Steelpoort for the mining of titaniferous magnetite ore. The operation includes Mining, Plant and Dispatching. 2. Scope The mine releases various scraps which includes, oil drums, old conveyor belts and iron & steel scraps. The scope of work for this tender includes the following, being sold on a rate basis: 2.1. Steel craps @ R/ton 2.2 Old conveyor belts @ R/ton 2.3. Empty un-cleaned oil drums @ R/drum 3. Responsibility of the Contractor: 1) To negotiate the buying price for each of the items mentioned above. 2) To have a truck with a lifting tool (crane type) to be able to load any heavy object 3) The loaded truck for items measured in R/ton, to pass through Mapochs Weighbridge to confirm the weight of the load. 4) The loaded truck to pass through Mapochs Security gate for way billing 5) To provide his personnel with the approved Personal Protective Equipment. 6) To provide Mapochs Mine with Certificate of Fitness for his employees. 7) To ensure that Mapochs Induction Training has been completed. Additional requirements from the Buyer

The successful candidate will be prepared to work hours related to the typical hours of the industry and will be reporting to the Manager of the filling station.

1) The Buyer should prove beyond reasonable doubt that he is financially capable of buying the scrap. Our security department should be allowed to check the financial status of a Buyer before he is allowed to have business with Mapochs 2) A certain amount as a deposit will be requested by Mapochs and will have to be paid prior to loading 3) Payments terms will be agreed upon by the Buyer and our legal department

A competitive salary package will be available to the individual that meets the above requirements. Applicants that do not meet the above requirements, should not apply.

Schedule Site meeting date: Site meeting Venue:

E-mail your CV to The Owner at: Frits@lapenglodge.co.za or tembaengen@pop.co.za

For more info please contact Mr. Isak Greyling on 013 273 5023/15 isakg@evrazhighveld.co.za

14 August 2014 Evraz Mapochs Mine

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4. Oornag Akkommodasie/ Overnight Accommodation MONTHLY OR DAILY ACCOMMODATION IN BURGERSFORT Khadima’s Lodge now open. 171 Nyala Street, Ext. 5, Burgersfort. Opposite Department of Labour. Contact: 076 666 1100/013 231 8609

7. Allerlei/ Miscellaneous Washing machine broken? Get the spare parts here! Your number one outlet for fridge compressors, gas refill and other fridge/freezer/stove & washing machine components! Visit Cash Trader Burgersfort. At the back of Capitec and old ABSA Bank, next to Supa Save (old Post Office Building). Tel: 076 111 8405

9. Te Huur/ For Rent Lang en kort termyn verblyf beskikbaar op plaas 10km buite Burgersfort op Lydenburg pad. Kontak Miena op 082-960-3689 of (013) 231-7899. Twee slaapkamer woonstel te huur in Burgersfort naby Tubatse Crossing Mall. Skakel: 082 3571954 / 083 244 6005 2 Slaapkamer ten volle toegeruste rondawel

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Notice/ Kennisgewing Notice Herewith the owner of a VW Citi Golf with registration FYB 002 NW is notified that the vehicle will be sold if not collected and all outstanding debts settled. The vehicle has been at the premises of

notice (8 August 2014). Contact: Hendrik’s Panelbeaters – 013 231 8481/082 853 7417 (Loffie).

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The ASA Metals Smelter and its subsidiary, Dilokong Chrome Mine, are situated in the eastern limb of the Bushveld Ingneous Complex (BIC), where some 83% of the world’s chrome reserves are located. The key to our ongoing success has been continuous innovation and development. These endeavours include: • A chromium production mine • An ore beneficiation plant • Pelletising and sinter plant • Four 66 MVA production furnaces. These exciting developments have necessitated the employ of only the best the mining profession has to offer. Join us at our operation, close to the rapidly expanding town of Burgersfort in the Limpopo Province.

Panel Miner - X6

Fitter - Smelter x1

Role Purpose: Contribute towards the success of the business by ensuring health and safety of people working under his/her supervision by complying to the waiting place procedure, entry examination and declaring the working place safely to allow the full blasting circle to take place, and be in charge of explosive control.

Role Purpose: Ensuring the optimum availability of specified engineering equipment at the lowest cost and at the optimum reliability levels.

Role Responsibilities:  Waiting place safety meeting by miner and conducting entry examination with entry examination team, declare the work place safe.  Plan how the task of the day will be performed, organise material required for the task, lead the team to perform the task and schedule time frame to complete the task.  Receive and store explosive, prepare for primers, deal with misfires and sockets, conduct charging up plus timing, initiating the blast. Lead, supervise and manage production crew in the underground working area.  Comply to mine STD and work instruction and procedure of the company.  Manage time and attendance, ensure role calls and leave schedule is in place.  Maintain company disciplinary procedure and policies.  Conduct risk assessment in area of responsibility.  Ensure correct marking, charging, connecting and initiating of the blast is in compliance with standard, procedure and legal requirement.  Allocate task to all role players in a team and ensure compliance with task allocated.  Ensure the safe efficient removal of rock from work place.  Measure and record stopping face advance.  Ensure optimum team effectiveness through motivating, coaching and monitoring and be in a position of solving daily workplace problems.  Conduct incident / accident investigation.

Role Responsibilities:  Conducting fault finding on specified equipment including hydraulic equipment and execute repairs or replacements.  Conducting regular routine and planned inspections of specific equipment and executing planned maintenance according to specific maintenance schedules and standards.  Assemble and install specified spare parts on equipment or machines.  Cut, drill, punch, assemble and mechanically join structural steel work.  Fault find and maintain power transmissions including Compressors and Hydraulics/Pneumatic systems.  Remove, replace and overhaul power transmissions.  Inspect, maintain, replace and commission bearings, gearboxes, couplings, belt/chain drives and displacement pumps.  Do basic rigging.  Read and interpret Engineering drawings.  Conduct a continuous risk assessment in the workplace.

Requirements:  Grade 12 certificate / ABET Level 4  Blasting Certificate or NQF Level 3 Rock Breaking Certificate  Competency A and B Certificates are required.  At least 3 years mining experience in Stope and Development areas.

Requirements:  NQF level 4 qualification in the Mechanical Field  Trade Test, Qualified: Fitter  Valid drivers licence and own transport.  At least3 years experience in the Engineering environment as a Fitter  At least 2 years experience on Arc Furnaces will be an advantage.  Knowledge of plant processes (starting, operating and stopping specified equipment and machines).  The ability to work in a technical environment and apply technical knowledge and skills to a new and changing situation.

General: ASA Metals (Pty) Ltd/Dilokong Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans. Assessments may be one of themethods utilised to determine the successful candidate. The company offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the position. The Company reserves the right not to appoint.

Please forward your application, stating which position you are applying for by e-mail: rmaroga@asametals.co.za or by fax: 086 269 5572.

Please forward your application, stating which position you are applying for by e-mail: mhlakudi@asametals.co.za or by fax: 086 269 5572.

Applicants who have not heard from the Company within 30 days after the closing date must accept that their applications were not successful.

Closing date: 15 August 2014

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Closing date: 14 August 2014

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8 AUGUSTUS 2014

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Mini-krieket by Laerskool Burgersfort Laerskool Burgersfort het verlede week Saterdag ‘n Mini-Krieket Dag vir die laer grade se leerlinge gehou. Elke deelnemer kry ‘n beurt om te kolf, boul en veldwerk te doen. Deur die mini-krieket word die kinders

basiese krieketvaardighede aangeleer. Volgende naweek vind ‘n interskole-minikrieket toernooi plaas. Die publiek is welkom om dit by Laerskool Burgersfort te kom ondersteun.

Elke graad het op sy eie deelgeneem terwyl onderwysers hulle geduldig touwys gemaak het.

Tubatse Masters is on a roll On Sunday 3 August the Tubatse Masters played a friendly soccer game against a local team from Praktiseer. The game was played at the Sekhukhune FET College sports ground. In the first half the two teams both created scoring opportunities. Tubatse Masters maximized this with goals by Lekgotla Motswiane and Lucky Lubisi. The Praktiseer team scored one goal and the half time score was 2-1. The Praktiseer team dominated the start of the second half and leveled the score. Both teams tried to create windows for scoring and the work paid off for Tubatse Masters when they scored three more goals. Sam Mkhondo, Lucky Lubisi and Ally Maimela scored. The final score was 5-2 in favour of Tubatse Masters (photo below). (Information & Photographs: Jerial Movundlela)

Wildevy Manne ondersteun ‘Good Morning Angels’ golfdag ‘n Span golfspelers wat die Wildevy Manne verteenwoordig het, het verlede week Vrydag aan die ‘Good Morning Angels’ golfdag deelgeneem. Die manne het sommer via Jakaranda FM voorbrand gemaak vir volgende jaar se Wildevy 4x4 Dag. Hulle het die dag baie geniet en lekker saam met bekendes gekuier. (Foto’s en inligting: Willem Montgomery)

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SPORT Tubatse Masters face-off against ASA Metals’ team

Team photograph below: Tubatse Masters.

Tubatse Masters hosted a friendly soccer game against ASA Metals’ Dilokong Mine team. The game was played on 31 July at the Sekhukhune FET College in Praktiseer. A strong team from Tubatse Masters started the first half and they scored two goals. Titus Mashaba and Aubrey Malindisa were the two scorers. Dilokong lost out on an opportunity to get some points when Brett Maebela saved a penalty kick awarded to the visitors. The half time score was 2-0 in favour of the Masters. In the second half both teams took some chances and the Dilokong team put on some pressure. They moved past the Masters’ defence and scored their first goal with the help of Annastatia Singo. This motivated the Tubatse Masters team and they fought back. Their motivation paid off when Lucky Lubisi and Steve Mutabatzindi scored for Tubatse Masters. The game ended 4-1 in favour of the Tubatse Masters. (Information: Jerial Movundlela; Photographs: Mpho Mokgohloa).