Lots of dagga in Apiesdoorn
Platinum
Members of Burgersfort Police conducted a successful tactical operation at Apiesdoorn earlier this week on Tuesday at about 07:00. An adult male (48 –years) was found in possession of many plastic bags containing dagga. The total weight of the dagga is 9.51kg and valued valued at R28 530. The suspect was arrested and he will appear at Praktiseer Magistrate Court soon.
Gazette
Information and photograph : Constable Victoria Maluleka, Burgersfort.
Your local take on the national crime statistics - pages 4 & 5
A safe pilgrimage
Stadskool -p3
Fetakgomo Tubatse Burgersfort, Steelpoort, Ohrigstad, Apel
14 September 2018
The Limpopo Provincial Government this week commended the SAPS , EMS and Traffic officers deployed over the weekend during the Zion Christian Church (ZCC) year-end worship gathering at Zion City Moria. The officers were deployed on N1 Bridge, R71, R81, R37, N11 and D19 to ensure that road users obey the rules and regulations. Road accidents halved down from 57 to 28 compared to last year while road deaths have also decreased from 36 in 2017 to 12 this year(2018). This is due the law enforcement visibility, hard work and dedication. The Office of the Premier says: “Their work is noticed by the Provincial Government and we encourage them to continue with their outstanding job as the St Engenas ZCC church members will be gathering during the last week of September. Government would like to thank ZCC congregations and other road users such as tourists for their patienc. The pilgrimage weekend was falling month-end and as a result our roads were congested. N evertheless our officials maintained that Limpopo is a ‘Zero Tolerance Zone’ for those who don’t obey the rules. Our officers discharged their duties without fear or favour”.
Tel Fax
0832719151 (Editorial) 0835431676 (Advertisements) 0865549031
email: adverts@platinumgazette.com editorial@platinumgazette.com
2
NEWS
14 SEPTEMBER 2018
Pharmacy Week celebrated
2 Corinthians 6:14 NIV Do not be yoked together with unbelievers. For what do righteousness and wickedness have in common? Or what fellowship can light have with darkness?
All-Health Pharmacy in the Burgersfort Mall celebrated Pharmacy Week in style. The theme of this year’s Pharmacy Week was ‘Use medicines wisely’. Staff sported T-shirts with the slogan and was ready to assist their customers with advice on how to use medicine wisely. Owner and pharmacist, Steve Ramaila explained that building a relationship of trust with their customers are very important. “For medication to work at its best, we need the patients to know how they should use, store and dispose of medication they need, or have at their home”. This is also something that is not only done during Pharmacy Week or Pharmacy Month (which is during the month of September). It is an important aspect of the every day operations at All-Health Pharmacy. Visit All-Health Pharmacy for your pharmacy needs and also experience the personal interest in your health, because All-Health Pharmacy is all about your health.
14 SEPTEMBER 2018
Grade 5 learners visit the big city Steelpoort Academy’s grade 5 learners went on Stadskool (City school) last week. They visited Menlyn shopping centre, rode on the Gautrain, visited Gold Reef City, went ice skating, and visited the Voortrekker Monument. They also stopped at the University of Pretoria where they participated in a special programme to trigger their imagination and interest in science. (Information & photographs: Steelpoort Academy).
Steelie entrepreneurs host market day Steelpoort Academy’s Grade 7 learners hosted a market day to showcase their entrepreneurial skills. The learners sold a variety of products and provided games and compe-
3
NUUS
titions at a fee. The future businessmen and women enjoyed the day doing business with the rest of the school.
Learners went through a lot of trouble to have beautiful stalls with great products.
Bogwasha Primary School shines at cluster level Bogwasha Primary School learners participated in story-telling and spelling bee competitions at the Cluster level on 24 August 2018. The learners also participated at district level on 28 August 2018. At the Cluster level Matlale Chauke who is in grade 7, took second place in story-telling. She represented the Bohlabela cluster in story-telling. Thato Matlakeng in grade 6, represented the Bohlabela Cluster in the spelling bee competition at the Cluster level. She obtained first place and proceeded to the District level where she obtained a second place. She will now go on to represent the Sekhukhune District at Provincial level. The date of this competition will be announced very soon. The Principal and staff are very excited about the achievement, and is proud of their heritage of achieving good results in this competition. “Keep up the good work girls, you are putting Bogwasha on the map” said the Principal Mr Moshoana. The secret behind these achievements is the results of a reading culture that was established in the school in 2015 when the Department of education introduced ‘drop everything and read programme’. The consistent use of the library and weekly reading activities by the learners also made an impact in the reading abilities of the learners. We are very grateful of the continuous commitment and support of our teachers. (Information & photographs: Bogwasha Primary School). Left: Matlale Chauke (Grade 7), Mrs Mohlala M.A and Thato Matlakeng (Grade 6).
4
14 SEPTEMBER 2018
NEWS
What do you think about the This week Police Minister Bheki Cele briefed Parliament’s police portfolio committee on the latest crime statistics. One of the shocking statistics was that 57 people are murdered every day in South Africa – an increase of 6,9% from the previous year. Cele told the committee that they will need at least 10 000 more police officers to fight the increasing number of violent crimes. South Africa is not close to the norm set by the United Nations to have one police officer to serve every 220 citizens. He admitted that the SAPS is struggling to cope with the surge of crime in the country. Some of the other crimes that saw and increase in 2017/2018 was attempted murder and cash-in-transit heists. Cash-in-transit heists saw an increase to 238 cases from 152 the previous year. The website crimestatssa.com reports that the total number of crime cases reported locally were: Tubatse – 3235; Burgersfort – 4374; Mecklenburg – 2775; Apel – 2295; Ohrigstad – 297; Leboeng – 398 and Sekhukhune – 2348. This includes all categories for 2018. Platinum Gazette asked readers what they think about the statistics and whether they think 10 000 additional police officers will assist in winning the fight against crime.
Ms Gladys Mologadi Magale said: “This crime rate is too high. They need more police officers to cope with this. The ones we have are trying their best”.
Mr S.R. Mailola said: “Crime is out of control. They must bring in those additional police officers”. Mr Golddollar Mtheza and Mr T. Phasha said: “There is a lot of corruption in the police and that is influencing the statistics. It will help to increase the number of police officers, but corruption needs to be rooted out. They need to restore the dignity of the SAPS. You must be proud to serve your country. It must not just be a job. People must take pride and do their work exceptionally. The ethics within the police is a problem. The crime rate is outrageous!”
Mr Excellent Mohlala said: “If the police officers we have at the moment just get trained to do their jobs in a proper way, it will be better. Look back to before 1994. The government then made sure that criminals had very little chance to commit crime. There is no need to add more police officers. The ones we have must just not take bribes. Things like doing campaigns at schools don’t work. They should just serve the community properly. They should realise that they are here to serve and protect the citizens of this country and their belongings”.
Bo: Mnr. Daniël Kgotle sê: “Ek glo nie die wêreld sal weer kan reg kom nie. Daar is so baie goed aan die mense belowe om in die regering te kom en nou is die regering te sag. Die ekstra polisie sal nie ‘n verskil maak nie. Mense maak soos hulle wil. Niks sal ook die polisie kan reg kry nie. Hulle is vol corruption. Kyk net hierdie klein taxi’s by ons. Vroeër sou hulle daai slegte bestuurders toegesluit het. Maar nie vandag nie. Goed soos mense wat verby ‘n toilet loop en in die pad of langs die pad ‘n draai gaan loop… voorheen sou jy groot moeilikheid gehad het oor dit. Ek dink die polisie het darem nog bietjie maniere met witmense. Mense is bederf en weet hulle kan maak net soos hulle wil. Ektra polisie sal nie ‘n verskil maak nie”.
Mr Kenneth Sobopha and Ms Severina Sebopha said: “Yes, crime is out of control in our country. We need government to assist and add Ms Anna Riba said: “Crime is a problem. In more police officers. The police are trying but some can put in more town we need to take care of our handbags effort. Visiting schools are very important. Children must learn that or it will be taken. It will be better if they bring crime does not pay”. that 10 000 more police officers”. With her is Samkelo. Left: Mr. S.A. Makhubedu said: “They must not add police officers. We have enough. They are just not doing their jobs. Police are taking bribes and not taking their jobs seriously. Crime is a problem, the police involvement in crime is also a problem. There are a few good police officers who are doing their jobs, but many are taking bribes and not doing their jobs. We lost hope in trusting the police”.
Mr M.N. Tebele and Mr J. Mailula said: “It is a problem! A big, big problem! They need numbers, but what use is the numbers if the system is not strict. 10 000 more officers are not a lot if you think in terms of the whole country, but the problem is the budget to pay those officers. Those school campaigns should stop. It is not working. Let the teachers call the police if there are children with weapons and drugs. The system is not strict enough. We are not afraid of the police anymore”. Left: Mr Charles Malepe and Mr Phillemon Mabele said: “The police work very hard to reduce crime. The people involved with public violence, theft, ATM bombings etc. are too many. Maybe next year after the election, the new president can increase the police. The youth must go to school and government must create jobs – that will reduce crime. The community must also not hide any information about crimes from the police. Many children are busy with drugs and nayope. The police are trying, but they must work with the community”.
14 SEPTEMBER 2018
5
NUUS
new crime statistics in SA?
Mr Thabo Selahle, Thabang, Makhubedu, Yolanda Maake and Kettle Mola said: “Crime is out of control – very much! It is not necessary for government to hire more police officers. They will also just be corrupt. There must be a system to monitor the police, to make sure they do their jobs. If they get extra police officers and the old ones are still corrupt, crime won’t stop. Visiting schools have no impact. Focus on solving crimes and preventing crimes. Go do operations at the local clubs and taverns, be in town and in the taxi rank were the crime is happening.”
Ms Liver Sebaka said: “The unemployment rate is very high which leads to crime. Even if they can increase the number of police officers, we need skilled academics. This political deployment must come to an end. We need to create jobs and get skilled people. Especially cash-in-transit heists are because young people are unemployed. Getting them jobs is a challenge. The police must also be skilled at their jobs”.
Mr Samuel Thamaga said: “It is very out of control and getting worse. Recruiting more police officers will better our country’s crime fighting. They should also train the officers longer at the police college. They don’t learn enough – especially about practical things”.
Mr Stanley Mashilo and Mr Steve Shongwe said: “Crime is too much. To reduce it they must not employ more police officers. They must just re-train the police and take drastic measures for police involved in crime – because some are involved with crime”.
Left: Mr Raymond Mamphoke said: “Yes, crime is a problem in South Africa. I think 10 000 more police officers will help to bring the crime rate down”. With him is Mr Bennett Nkadimeng.
Mr Strike Magolela said: “Everyone is roaming around with guns these days. We have enough police, they must just do their jobs. Some crimes are done by the same police officers who should be preventing it. 10 000 more police officers will make no difference. Crime is out of control. We are seeing the police patrolling, but not working”.
Ms. Kate Mahlake said: “Crime is out of control. They need to employ more police officers. It will bring crime down if they employ those additional 10 000 police officers”.
Left: Ms. Joyce Mokgladi said: “Crime is a problem. We must add to our police. Especially in Burgersfort. Month-end – eish! We don’t feel safe”.
Me. Silvia Allan, Me. Olivia Potgieter en Me. Marinda Allan sê: “Misdaad is definitief buite beheer. Nee, hulle moenie meer polisiemanne kry nie. Die wat daar is moet net hul werk doen. Hoeveel polisie is nie self by misdaad betrokke nie? Hulle keuring vir die polisie is baie swak”. Left: Mr Hendrik Marebane and Ms Elisa Malepe said: “Crime is too much. It will minimise crime if they can add more police officers. The ones we have are trying, but there is just too much crime”.
6
14 SEPTEMBER 2018
Platinum Gazette
Klein Advertensies • Smalls
Place your small advertisement via e-mail or fax or contact Beánnla Celliers on 083 543 1676 or 083 271 9151. E-mail: adverts@platinumgazette.com • Fax: 086 554 9031
Advertise here/ Adverteer hier: 1. Sport Klubs / Sport Clubs 2. Betrekking/ Vacancy 3. Dienste/ Services 4. Oornag Akkommodasie/ Overnight accommodation 5. Troeteldiere/
Pets 6. Persoonlik/ Personal 7. Allerlei/ Miscellaneous 8. Finansies/ Financial 9. Te Huur/ To Rent 10. Te Koop/ For sale
Let us hear from you Submit your stories and event invitations to the Editor on: editorial@platinumgazette.com The editorial deadline is at 17:00 every Wednesday.
“Stopping advertising to save money is like stopping your watch to save time.” – Henry Ford
Vacancies/ Betrekkings Vacancy Available Immediately A Growth Opportunity in STEELPOORT
FINANCE OFFICER/ACCOUNTANT QualificaƟons and Experience: • Diploma/Degree or equivalents in Accoun ng/Bookkeeping, • At least 2 years’ experience in Accoun ng or Bookkeeping environment, DuƟes: • Maintenance of Full General Ledger accounts of group of companies/en es, • Accounts Receivables and Payables Func ons, • Maintain HR/Payroll, • Inventory Management and controlling, • Compile and maintain accounts Reconcilia ons, • Adhoc Financial and Governance related func ons, • Compile/facilitate financial repor ng, • Filling Statutory returns to applicable authori es, • Train and supervise staff, Send detailed CV to: Fax: 086 583 5034 or email: hradmin@capitalbiz.co.za by not later than 30th September 2018. If you do not receive any feedback within two weeks aŌer closing date, please consider your applicaƟon unsuccessful.
Platinum Gazette contact details: Editorial: William Zwart Tel: 083 271 9151 E-mail: editorial@platinumgazette.com Advertising: Beánnla Celliers Tel: 083 543 1676 E-mail: adverts@platinumgazette.com Fax: 086 554 9031/013 231 7147 Postal address: P O Box 2208, Burgersfort, 1150 Website: www.platinumgazette.com Printers: Printed by Lowveld Media, 12 Stinkhout Crescent, Nelspruit. Copyright: All rights concerning any advertisement and / or other material contained in the Platinum Gazette are expressly reserved in terms of Section 12 (7) of the Copyright Act (98 of 1978).
Dienste/ Services Visit your local professional art and décor framer in Steelpoort. 24 Years experience in framing. Get the option that fits your taste and budget! Small gifts and crafts available in store. Stockists of EPA! Visit Esmé Framers in Steelpoort next to Wimpy or contact Esmé on 079 100 9643.
Te Huur/ To Rent
Huis toegerus met alarmstelsel wat huurder kan laat moniteer. Kontak Mike by 082 357 1954 TO LET BURGERSFORT 2 and 3 Bedroom houses to let. Warehouses and shops to let. 300 + 400 SQ. Contact Ina: 082 888 9672
Platinum Gazette Office Contact: 013 231 7147
It‛s child‛s play to read your Platinum Gazette online Visit www.platinum gazette.com or subscribe to get it on e-mail by sending us your request to adverts@ platinumgazette. com
TE HUUR 3 Slaapkamer huis in klein sekuriteitskompleks naby Tubatse Crossing Mall in Burgersfort. Dadelik beskikbaar. Deposito word vereis.
Notices/ Kennisgewings Fetakgomo Tubatse Notice We, Siswe Investment (proprietary) Ltd, being the registered owners of erf 2264 Burgersfort Extension 21, Aloe Ridge West hereby give notice in terms of clause 21(21.1) (c) of the Greater Tubatse land use management scheme, 2006 that we have applied to the Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality for the amendment of the Tubatse Land Use Management Scheme, 2006 to use erf 2264, Burgersfort Extension 21, Aloe Ridge West, currently zoned “residential 1” for a special consent for a “creche”. Particulars of the application will lie for inspection during normal office hours at the office of The Manager Town Planning and Land Use Management, Civic Centre, 1 Kastania Street, Burgersfort for a period of 28 days from (14 September 2018) any person having any objections to the granting of this applications must lodge such objection together with
the grounds thereof in writing, with both the manager: at P.O Box 206, Burgersfort, 1150 within the period of 28. Address of Applicant: P.O Box 34606, Erasmia, 0023
Fetakgomo tubatse Notice Rena, Basiswe Investment (proprietary) Ltd, moemediwa erf 2264 Burgersfort, Extension 21, Aloe Ridge West, refa tsebiso mabapi le karolo 21(21.1) (c) ya Greater Tubatse Land Use Management Scheme, 2006 gore re dire kgopelo go Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality ya go fetosha Greater Tubatse Land Use Scheme, 2006. Kgopelo yeo e mabapi le go fetosha tshomisoya erf 2264 gotswa “residential 1” goya special consent mabapi le go aga creche. Dipolane le tsedingwetseo e leng gore di elanaletsweletso di kale kolwakanakoy amosomoga Town Planner, Fetakgomon Tubatse Local Municipality, lebaka la matsatsi
Get your hard copy of the newspaper here: * Bronrich Slaghuis * Praktiseer Build It * Vyfster Slaghuis *Fouché Medical Practice * Mooifontein Kafee * Mahlasedi Health * Health Zone Gym * Cheap Cheap * CTM * Boxer Steelpoort * Tubatse Build It * Themba Filling Station * Supa Dry Cleaners Burgersfort * Dr Phetla Medical Practice * Platinum Petroleum Filling Station * Shoprite Tubatse Crossing Mall * Pick ‘n Pay Tubatse Crossing Mall * Aloe Spar
* Department of Education Circuit Office Burgersfort * Fastfit Burgersfort * Total Filling Station Steelpoort * Sasol Filling Station Steelpoort * Winterveld Bottom Village gate * Tubatse Village Entrance Gate * Laerskool Steelpoort * Laerskool Burgersfort * Fetakgomo Greater Tubatse Municipality Offices Burgersfort * Pick n Pay Steelpoort * Supa Save * Old Burgersfort Toyota &Filling Station
Platinum Gazette Beánnla Celliers will see to it that your advertisement in the Platinum Gazette meets the highest standards with regard to design and reproduction.
a 28 go tloga go la mathomo la tsebiso (14 september 2018) o. Yomongwe le yomongweyo a nago ietswelopeleya kgopelo o swanetse gore a tlisemabakaao a legokgahlanong le tswelopele le Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality P.O. Box 206, Burgersfort, 1150, pelegamatsatsi a 28. Address Yaka: P.O Box 34606, Erasmia, 0023
* Tubatse Superspar • Praktiseer Department of Education * Supa Quick Burgersfort * Choppies Burgersfort * Burgersfort Pharmacy Morone Centre * Boxer Stores Khadima Centre Taxi Rank Burgersfort * Burgersfort Police Station * Praktiseer Police Station * Tiezers Fork & Meat Ohrigstad * Ohrigstad Handelshuis * Modikwa Platinum Mine * Dwarsrivier Chrome Mine * Kubu Tavern * Madiba’s Supermarket Kalkfontein * Enger-Gi Filling Station Steel Bridge
STARTING A NEW BUSINESS? Enquire about our first advert special for startup businesses. If you’ve started a new business and would like to advertise it: E-mail: adverts@platinumgazette.
Contact her on 083 543 1676 or adverts@platinumgazette.com
com or call Beánnla Celliers on 083 543 1676 or 013 231 7147.
14 SEPTEMBER 2018
7
NUUS
‘Everyday heroes’ at Mototolo’s Borwa Shaft Last Friday Mototolo’s Borwa Shaft supported Casual Day. This day raises funds for persons living with disabilities. The theme was ‘Be an everyday hero’ and the Borwa team went all out to raise awareness and funds for this good cause. (Photographs & information: Lena Terblanche)
Come play this weekend Tomorrow the 15th September the Nederduitsch Hervormde Kerk in Tubatse’s annual golf day will be taking place at Tubatse Chrome Golf Club. Tee-off will be at 08:00 and everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the day on the course.
Entry fee is R1000 per four ball and to sponsor a hole will be R1000. For more information and bookings please contact Karel Hattingh on 072 799 3566 or Maureen van dier Merwe on 076 061 6615.
Arbor Day celebrated at Maelebe Primary School Maelebe Primary School celebrated Arbor Day on 7 September 2018. A function that included educative dramas and poetry as well as career displays by the Grade 7 learners was followed by fun on jumping castles. During the formal part of the day’s event the learners were also educated about taking care of the environment and trees. A brief history of Arbor Day was also presented by grade 6 learner, Tshepiso Mzimba. Mr Tladi motivated the children to make the right decisions when it comes to their friends and emphasised that Jesus Christ is the source of life. The youth coach encouraged the grade 7 learners to
follow their dreams. Thank you to Tubatse Ferrochrome for the sponsorship of the day as well as the effort from the teahcers, Ms Mavis Mahlangu and the Kohin Company. (Information and photographs: Themba Ndlovu).
8
14 SEPTEMBER 2018
Platinum Gazette
SPORT Boxers ready for Limpopo Championships In Apel, the Moses Mabotha Civil Hall of the Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality, was filled to capacity with boxing enthusiasts and clubs from all parts of the District on Saturday last week. The all-day talent identification session started at 09;00 with weighing of boxers. This was followed by a blow-by-blow three-round showdown that narrowed the size of boxers from over 50 to the final 24. According to the organiser of the District selection event and representative of the Department of Sport Arts and Culture, Miss Budjie Phasha the selected boxers will be sharpened to carve their careers in boxing. The next level of their journey is to compete at the provincial tournament to be staged in December 2018. Taking cue from the Department, the leader of Sekhukhune District Boxing Federation Mr Kgaugelo Moshweu Maesela said they are working closely with boxing clubs such as Matšomane Boxing Club from Strekfontein in Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality and Ngwaabe Boxing Club in Fetakgomo Tubatse Local Municipality. The event was also graced by Sekhukhune’s home-grown champion, Mr Clement Pilusa. Pilusa wl have his professional debut fight will at Thaba
Moshate Casino on Saturday 15 September 2018. Among community members that expressed their support for the rise of boxing in Sekhukhune District was Mr Puleng Mmotla. He is the Inventor of TUPS Sport and TUPS CITY Multicode Sport Academy. Mmotla explained that his academy has lined up many plans for multiple sporting codes to thrive and gain ground in the Sekhukhune District. “We are animated by failure, discouragement, under-funding and under-recognition of athletes from Sekhukhune across all sporting codes. The perpetual failure of our district in sport front must stop here and now, and we have a plan to do just that. The selected boxers to represent Sekhukhune District in the Limpopo Provincial Championships are Matjomane Alek, Maletjie Jeffrey, Tshehla Glen, Fenyane Katlego, Tladi Makutu, Moshaba Tumelo, Matibidi Calvin, Monareng Austin, Pilusa Prince, Sekwati Mofenyi, Mosoma Stanley, Morei Joseph, Tau Sandra, Phetla Dimakatso, Makgoga Tlhologelo, Makanatleng Emmanuel, Kgopane Kgopolo, Utla Karabo, Tshehla Mahlomola, Skhosana Mika, Sekgobela Themba, Mogashoa Cynthia and Dlamini Mpho. For more information of Sekhukhune Boxing Federation contact Mr Maesela on 072 547 8376. (Information and photographs: Puleng Mmotla)
Left: The selected boxers: Matjomane Alek, Maletjie Jeffrey, Tshehla Glen, Fenyane Katlego, Tladi Makutu, Moshaba Tumelo, Matibidi Calvin, Monareng Austin, Pilusa Prince, Sekwati Mofenyi, Mosoma Stanley, Morei Joseph, Tau Sandra, Phetla Dimakatso, Makgoga Tlhologelo, Makanatleng Emmanuel, Kgopane Kgopolo, Utla Karabo, Tshehla Mahlomola, Skhosana Mika, Sekgobela Themba, Mogashoa Organiser of the District selection event and Cynthia and Dlamini representative of the Department of Sport Arts Mpho. and Culture, Miss Budjie Phasha.
Address: Shop 5A, Burgersfort Mall, Dirk Winterback Street, Burgersfort, Limpopo, 1150 • Tel: 013 2317766 / 076 471 0427 Email Address: ramaila88@gmail.com or steve@allhealth PRACTICE NO: 0716111 pharmacy.co.za
PHARMACY
We offer clinic services • Immunization • Pre and Post Natal Care • HIV Counseling and Testing • Blood Pressure • Diabetes • Cholesterol Check • Pregnancy Test • Baby Care • Vitamin B12 Injection • General Care
We accept all medical aids! Open Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 18:00; Saturday: 08:00 - 15:00; Sunday: 09:00 - 13:00
ALL-HEALTH PHARMACY It is all about your health!
Modikwa cyclists at Vulu Vula Eiland race On Saturday last week members of the Modikwa Cycle Club attended the annual Vula Vula Eiland road cycle race near Tzaneen. Race day was wet and cloudy and participants had to face a little rain during the race as well. The cycle club members opted for the 70km and 45km routes of the race. Helgaard Prins, Juanita Prins, Derek Rieck, Jannie Oosthuizen, Sanet Oosthuizen, Marius Sadler and Andre Duminy took on the 70km race. Bev Rieck rode the 45km race. Everyone finsihed their races and received medals. They are now preparing for the Amashova Cycle Challenge in Durban on 21 October 2018. (Information & photograph: Willem Montgomery).