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No closure yet for Poena’s family

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IN HAPPIER TIMES: Dimitri Shokkos, Jayson Shokkos and their father Déwalt Visser and Déwalt "Poena" Visser.

ALLEGED MURDERER: Retief Liebenberg during a previous court appearance at the Benoni Magistrate’s Court.

Picture credit: Beeld taken by Bongiwe Gumede.

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“It is very difficult. We used to be a family of five and now we are down to three.

Poena was only nineteen. We just want justice to prevail,” -Dimitri Shokkos

By Amy-Mae Campbell Retief Liebenberg, who is accused of killing Déwalt ‘Poena/Poenie’ Visser and his father Déwalt Visser on 31 October last year, briefly appeared in the Benoni Magistrate's court on Thursday, 6 February, to start his murder trial. However, due to the fact that investigations are still underway, the case was postponed to 6 March.

The court heard on Thursday that there

are post mortem and ballistic results that still need to be finalised. According to Liebenberg’s defence advocate, Marius van Wyngaardt, Poena’s family has also requested that the case be moved to High Court, and the court is still finalising whether to do so. Their decision will be announced at the next court appearance in March.

There is speculation about whether the scene of the crime had been tampered with and if Liebenberg was receiving preferential

treatment, as there were allegedly more gun wounds than bullet shells on the scene.

Reports also say that Liebenberg arrived at his first court appearance in a private vehicle.

According to SAPA, Presiding magistrate Ian Cox said, "Liebenberg is receiving preferential treatment and I will not stand for it." This is also currently under investigation.

Poena’s two brothers, Dimitri Shokkos and Jayson Shokkos, were present at the court case on Thursday and there were many

friends there to support them. “It is very difficult. We used to be a family of five and now we are down to three. Poena was only nineteen. We just want justice to prevail,” Dimitri told tame TIMES after the court was adjourned.

Liebenberg’s mother was also present at his recent court appearance to support him. She kissed and hugged him before he took the stand. She said that she is relying on God’s grace to carry her through this time.

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The issue of land and the sharing thereof has been a discussion point for much longer than many think. In recent days, the land talks have taken a jagged turn, but what many South Africans don’t realise is that in reality, although current talks are centred on race, there is a bigger issue and that issue threatens the budget and the progress of South Africa.

A few months back I was really surprised at the extent of the seriousness surrounding the fact that South African land is at times owned by foreigners, while nationals go without. I had a conversation with a senior negotiator at Eskom and he was the one who sensitised me to this.

When the country suffers power

Oudword is werklik nie vir sissies nie!

Die hare begin soos varings uit jou ore en neus rank en daar is ‘n konstante miswolk voor jou oë.

Mens kan nie meer behoorlik draf nie, want dan trek ‘n spier iewers en as Gysie te vinnig oor spoedhobbels ry dan voel dit of ek alweer ‘n maagbreek het.

Ek moet my kleinkinders omkoop met lekkers om my toonnaels met naelpolletoer te verf, omdat ek ook nie meer so ver vooroor kan buk nie.

Ag nee kyk, ek dink enige persoon bo die ouderdom van vyftig verdien ‘n trofee.

Ek het dit altyd so geniet om vir ure voor die stoof te staan en koek of beskuit te bak, maar my bene kan dit nie meer hou nie.

Ek het gewoonlik al my kinders se verjaarsdagkoeke gebak, en ek was baie kreatief met die versiersuiker kan ek gerus bysê, maar deesdae is dit makliker om dit sommer net eensklaps by die winkel te koop. As die mense dan opmerk, “Mmm wat ‘n heerlike, sappige koek, is dit weer een van jou geheime reseppe Trixie?”, dan voel ek baie vernederd om te sê nee, maar ook te skuldig om te lieg en my kop te knik.

Ek sal darem nooit erkenning vat vir ‘n ander dame se harde werk in die kombuis nie.

So beweeg ek stadigaan na ander stokperdjies soos die stereotipiese bingo en brei, omdat ek net op een plek hoef te sit.

Ek was nou nooit ‘n superatleet of mal oor naellope nie, maar ek was darem toe ek jonger was meer aktief as wat ek nou is.

Gysie probeer my darem aanhits om saam met hom by drafklubs aan te sluit, sodat ons harte darem net die ekstra oemf kry wat dit nodig het om te weet dat dit nog ver nie tyd is om te gaan staan nie!

(electricity) related strains, Eskom sometimes has to upgrade their distribution infrastructure, and this a process that most of the time involves negotiating with land-owners for lines to cross their properties. The problem that the state body would then encounter is the refusal of the foreign landowners, whom at times don’t even live in the country, to have these lines cross their properties.

Now it does not take a rocket scientist to realise the setback this trend puts on the budget, because even the slightest bend in the spine of the power grid costs in the regions of millions. Not only that, but what happens to the potential growth of the country when we have a unpredictable delivery of power?

This week I want to ask my fellow nationals, black and white, do you think there should be a review on policies of land ownership and what should then happen in instances like the one mentioned above?

Let’s chat, e-mail me at voice@ tametimes.co.za or drop me a tweet @ nietovoice.

BERADINGSENTRUM / COUNSELLING CENTRE Depression (1) When leading a discussion on depression, the term ‘depression’ need to be clarified.

We can distinguish between three different concepts of depression, namely symptom, syndrome and disorder.

A symptom is normally related to the environment and are short lived. This describes the common sad or down feelings all of us occasionally experience in life, caused by minor events.

A syndrome encompasses deeper feelings of sadness and are less common than

symptoms. This kind of depression also impacts a person’s life on various other levels, such as motivation and sleep, and is normally caused by more significant life events such as loss of a loved one through death or divorce.

This kind of depression can be successfully overcome with therapy. Care should however be taken if the symptoms persist beyond a reasonable adjustment period following the loss of a loved one. Next week more on the disorder.

Tip: Al word jy ouer, luier, sieker en bietjiebietjie onaantrekliker as wat jy altyd was, moet jy nog leef.

Pas miskien net jou stokperdies bietjie aan, maar moet nie aanvaar dat jy net moet sit en vergaan nie.

Leef voluit tot die einde, al is dit eenvoudig.

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Jeff’s Spike “Each of you should use whatever gift you have received to serve others, as faithful stewards of God’s grace in its various forms.” 1 Peter 4:10 Jeff Matthee - Director at Malherbe, Rigg and Ranwell

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Things are starting to get very interesting in Boksburg with all the upcoming court cases. Let’s hope justice will prevail.

Liebenberg’s case has yet again been postponed and the trial against the family member accused of Jasmin Pretorius’ murder continues on 13 March.

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The past weekend was fairly interesting; seeing all the members of Boksburg getting registered and, of course, seeing the famous Johnny Clegg live at the never-disappointing Emperors Palace.

Things to look out for in the next week’s edition is the Valentine’s Day event Malherbe, Rigg and Ranwell and tame TIMES are holding for Witfield Park Retirement Centre. Also, this weekend the Idols auditions are being held at Carnival City and EG Jansen is playing at Florida Prestige UJ Stadium.

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The Impala Park Crafters Market was an experience and tame TIMES thoroughly enjoyed chatting to everyone there.

Till next week.

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Registration weekend Chantal Thurlby chantal@tametimes.co.za Boksburg was buzzing with born frees and community members of all ages this past weekend as the final registration period took place. tame TIMES visited registration stations over the weekend to see the amount of registrations taking place and to feature the community in the paper.

Many stations said that tame TIMES was not able to take pictures, which resulted in certain stations not being featured. Of six different stations, only two had DA and ANC representatives. The concerns that were raised by registrars included services being disconnected, sewerage blockages, missing stop signs, potholes and general

tatives outside Two ANC represen er. ek Laerskool Baanbr

service delivery in almost every area in Boksburg.

“We need a responsible government in place. I am so afraid for South Africa, I do not want us to end up like Zimbabwe. I have two children and I am so afraid for their lives, and not to mention all of the crime,” said one concerned resident in Parkdene.

“I just hope my vote is the vote that leads us in the right direction, this country needs every vote. I do hope that the correct party comes in to play or that we get a new leader. I leave it in God’s hands,” said an elderly couple in Boksburg CBD. How was your voting registration experience? What are your concerns for the upcoming elections, taking place on 7 May? Send us your thoughts and concerns: chantal@ tametimes.co.za.

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Community problems A tyre covering a pothole on Atlas Road.

Rubbish bags left under a tree on Trichardts Road.

Construction rubble left after construction on Rondebult Road.

Broken robots lying on the island on North Rand Road.

Impala Crafters Market The Impala Crafters Market was jam-packed on Sunday with crowds coming from all over Gauteng. The market was colourful, the vibe was enjoyable and the goodies were affordable.

Upon entering the hall you receive a big red bucket that you can fill up with everything from blankets to braai goodie holders.

“I love coming here, everything is affordable and the food is great. There are so many fantastic ideas here and I always leave with a bucket full of goodies,” said an eager shopper.

The Impala Crafters Market is in Impala Park, on the corner of Atlas and Elizabeth Road, and is held every three months. Hopefully tame TIMES will catch you there next time.

Did you see tame TIMES in Boksburg this weekend? Were you at the crafters market? Let us know by e-mailing me: chantal@tametimes. co.za.

Open wires from a box on Rondebult Road.

Chantal Thurlby chantal@tametimes.co.za

An ANC representative at Boksburg City Stadium.

While tame TIMES drove through Boksburg this weekend, many council problems were seen. tame TIMES has requested comment from the councillors on the issues seen in the pictures. Below are your ward councillors’ contact numbers.

Benno Robinson(ward 22) - 083 630 4872 Andre Du Plessis(ward 23) - 083 655 8187 Johan Hendricks( ward 32) -082 518 4393 Hilary Coke (ward 33) - 083 362 9406 Charlie Crawford( ward 34) - 082 871 8135 Pauline Moreke ( ward 42) - 083 769 0278 Bruce Reid (ward 43)- 072 820 3538 Graham Gersbach(ward 92) -083 304 1317 Should you have any complaints/ queries please forward it through to: chantal@tametimes.co.za or call one of your councillors.

Great wall of privacy Is this the wall of Jericho (4.5m high) or that of China (7m high)?

No. It’s the great wall (6m high) of privacy for a private estate within Lakefield, adjoining Atlas Road. tame TIMES runner Nkozi, of average height, truly had his back ‘up on the wall’, as far as delivery went.

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Baby stolen from her mother’s arms

The police in Dunnottar are searching for a 3-month-old girl who was kidnapped.

The baby was taken from her mother’s arms two weeks ago. It is alleged that the mother was walking along Porter Road in Dunnottar when a light blue Nissan Sentra suddenly stopped next to her.

She alleges that two males jumped out of the vehicle, grabbed the child away from her and pushed her to the ground. The suspects then drove away. The suspects are two

males and a woman. The suspects were last seen driving towards the Kwa Thema area.

The child was covered with a red and white blanket. The name of the baby is Minehle Nkosi. Anyone with information that can lead to the recovery of the kidnapped child is urged to contact the investigating officer W/O Eric Dumisa on 083 365 2467 or 011 365 5700. Information may be forwarded to Crime Stop at 08600 10111 or through an SMS to PRIMEDIA Crime Line at 32211.

Children and drugs

Drugs in our society are getting out of hand. To root out this problem we need everybody to help us curb this problem.

Our children are targeted, with drug dealers making use of very young children.

Children from the age of 10 are involved in drugs.

This is a very serious problem in our precinct.

We need the parents to take note of this. We are also encountering a problem regarding the rehabilitation of drug addicts. You must

understand one thing, if a person uses any illegal substance more than once they are addicted. Another excuse is that the person is only smoking dagga, not drugs. Dagga is an illegal substance.

We have picked up youngsters, and then the parents cannot afford any rehabilitation centre. The aim is to help these youngsters to get help. But there are no rehabs that can accommodate these people who cannot afford the costs.

Today children grow up by themselves. Either the parents are working, or they do not care.

Parents must play an active role and participate in their child’s upbringing. It is not the teachers or other authorities’ place to teach your child morals and values.

The following is very important to take note of: Family bonding, rewards, boundaries, enough rest, know their friends, communicate, address behaviour, early signs, signs of illegal substance, what is in your house? *Suppiled by Boksburg North Police.

Flying speedsters caught An EMPD speed operations was conducted from 22 and 27 January. A total of 31 arrests of drivers caught going well over the prescribed speed limit were made in Brakpan and Benoni areas.

Of these violations, 14 occurred on Springs Road between Denne and 16th Road, as well as on the R23 between Rangeview and Ouhout Roads. On Springs Road, which is a 60km/h zone, one driver was arrested for doing 114km/h in an Audi sedan. At Rangeview and Ouhout, an 80km/h zone, 13 drivers ended up behind bars when caught doing speeds of between 118 and 145km/h.

On the R23 between L Steyn and Geluksdal, which is a 100km/h zone, four drivers were

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arrested after registering speeds of between 132 and 142km/h. On the same day on Main Reef between Malherbe and MC Alpine, a 70km/h zone, two drivers got caught when they were both clocked at 105km/h. On Paul Kruger, between Main Reef and Modderbee, an 80km/h zone, one driver was put in jail at 6:00 for doing 123km/h. On the R23 between L Steyn and Geluksdal, an 80km/h zone, six drivers were apprehended for doing speeds of between 117 and 136km/h.

All the arrested drivers were released on bail of between R1000 and R1500 and their court appearances will take place soon, where they’ll face charges of reckless and negligent driving.

MISSING: Three-month-old Minehle Nkosi has been kidnapped.

From the Pink Ladies: When reporting a person missing, please make sure that a SAPS 55(a) Form is completed and that a case number is provided to you as

Father and daughter shot

Monday morning proved to be a horrific one. A 32-year-old employee of a Caltex garage in Voortrekker Street, Brakpan was about to deposit money when two men confronted him.

One suspect was armed and grabbed the black carry bag containing the money to be deposited. Both suspects fled the scene on foot towards the parking area at the back of the bank in Queens Street.

Two car guards who were on duty, one

The boy was told to keep quiet. One day he told his grandmother that his ‘private part’ is sore.

The grandmother then noticed the markings of abuse. They immediately reported this at Boksburg North SAPS and the child was sent for a medical check-up and evaluation. A case

69-year-old male and his daughter who is in her 40’s, tried to stop the suspects. The suspects fired shots at them, hitting the woman twice in her stomach and her father once in his stomach. The victims were transported to a local hospital by ambulance.

The suspects dropped the bag of cash and joined three other accomplices in a Jeep Grand Cherokee. The Jeep sped off.

Although all efforts from police were made, the suspects got away near Daveyton.

Brakpan police are still investigating.

More speedsters and drunk drivers arrested in Brakpan Speed operations conducted from 29 January to 3 February by the EMPD Speed Unit in the Brakpan area netted 40 speedsters.

The highest speed recorded was 146km/h in a 70km/h zone, a trespass by a 46-year-old male driver in a Toyota LDV. The other 39 arrestees were clocked at speeds of between 159 and 152km/h in an 80km/h zone.

Charges of reckless and negligent driving

rape and sexual abuse conviction

During 2009, a 7-year-old boy was raped and molested by his biological father and his friend. The biological father and his friend started touching the boy and raped him for an unknown period.

a reference. Thereafter contact The Pink Ladies immediately for assistance in the search on 072 214 7436 or missing@ pinkladies.org.za

of rape and sexual assault was opened and investigated.

The investigating officer had a long investigation and several court appearances, but it eventually led to a positive outcome. Finally, on 29 November 2013 the suspects were sentenced. They were sentenced as follows: Charge 1: Rape – both were sentenced life

were laid against all the speedsters at Brakpan Police Station. They were all released after a bail of R500 each and are expected to appear in the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court soon.

In a different road block, around the same area, six drunk drivers were arrested and also detained in Brakpan Police Station. The six will be facing charges of driving while under the influence of liquor/alcohol and are all expected to appear soon in the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court. imprisonment Charge 2: Sexual assault – both were sentenced to 6 years imprisonment.

Due to the excellent work done by Detective Warrant Officer Manie Du Preez, good results were achieved.

Due to the sensitive age of the boy, the names have been omitted.

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du Plessis: ‘n treffer by ‘White Zulu’ Juanita Emperors Palace awes crowd Chantal Thurlby

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Overwhelmed and ecstatic; those are the only words that can describe seeing England-born Johnny Clegg and his band live. From the moment you sit down, anticipation from fellow audience members hypes you up.

Wearing a pair of black tracksuit pants, a black t-shirt and with all his Zulu instruments surrounding his feet, Clegg has a natural way of making the crowd feel as happy and content as he looks. Familiar songs were heard along with an interesting tale of Clegg’s adventures and life-changing experiences continued between each song, as well as a joke or two to ensure a quality show.

Clegg touched on his experience with Mandela and how he had changed his heart and was dear to him. He also made reference to how his journey with Zulu music and other aspects of Zulu culture led him to a junior lectureship in Social Anthropology at Johannesburg’s University of the Witwaterstrand. In order for Clegg to learn how to play traditional Zulu music, he first approached Sipho Mchunu, a migrant worker who was a street musician.

Clegg learned Zulu and an athletic style of Zulu traditional dance called Indlamu during his time with Mchunu as well.

Clegg is quoted in the past, during the struggle, that he wanted to be able to play to everybody, that is all. It is a simple thing, but in South Africa it was a political issue. Clegg expressed in his performance how glad he was to now be able to perform without the struggle, but his music is a reminder of it.

Johnny Clegg has a stage presence like no other and should he be performing again in Johannesburg, tame TIMES recommends this as a show for your bucket list.

Please visit our website: www.tametimes. co.za for more information and our Facebook page for videos of the concert.

Die koningin van Afrikaanse musiek, Juanita du Plessis sal binnekort by Emperors Palace wees om vir haar konsert ‘Jy voltooi my’, waar sy haar aanhangers sal vermaak met haar nuwe- en bekende treffers.

Van die liedjies wat sy gaan sing sluit in: “Jy voltooi my”, “Onthou my”, “Om jou pinkie” en “Soentjie”.

Die Jy Voltooi My-konsert was ‘n treffer in die Afrikaanse gemeenskap en hierdie is die tweede keer wat Juanita hierdie musiek-konsert gaan opvoer. Die konsert vind plaas vanaf 18 tot 19 Februarie by die Teater van Marcellus in Emperors Palace.

Kaartjies is beskikbaar teen R150 per persoon. Daar is ook konsert-enetepakette beskikbaar vir belangstellendes, wat oorslaap en vermaak in die dobbelarea ook insluit.

Bespreek kaartjies by www. emperorspalace.com of kontak Emperors Palace se besprekingskantoor by 011 928 1297/1213 om vroegtydig sitplekke te bespreek.

Ballers Indoor Arena now open On 1 February the East Rand community gladly welcomed Ballers Indoor Arena to the neighbourhood. Opening with a bang as the proud owners, Lebohang Mokoena, Basil Hunter and Nicholas Farinha, kicked off their new business venture with a day filled with sport, action and entertainment as they held their very first tournament offering a grand prize of R10 000.

For the sports enthusiasts the arena offers exquisite, upmarket professional sporting facilities, including two beautiful FIFA approved AstroTurf soccer fields and an indoor cricket and netball court. The parenting players do not have to worry about their children as there is a lovely, supervised kiddies play and entertainment area. The benchwarmers are treated to a stunning bar and Pizzeria Café area, which boasts big screen TVs, a pool table, foozeball table, PlayStations and an action-packed view that overlooks the soccer fields.

The three business partners all have astounding soccer backgrounds and talent, which they are going to be sharing with the youth. Lebohang Mokoena currently plays for the PSL soccer team Mamelodi Sundowns, Basil Hunter played professional soccer in Greece for three years, and Nicholas Farinha was part of the Orlando Pirates reserve team.

“This sporting arena offers the best of the

best facilities, in order for people to develop skills into talent, they need to be given the opportunity and we at Ballers Indoor Arena are giving them the chance,” adds Mokoena.

In 2008 Hunter came up with the notion and dream of Ballers Indoor Arena and since then has always been adding on ideas, tweaking this and that, seeing what works and what does not and today, six years later, his dream is a reality.

“Owning my own soccer indoor arena has literally consumed my every thought for the past few years, it was all I could think about.

I didn’t want just an ordinary indoor soccer venue, I wanted to provide sportsmen with the best of the best facilities, a place to build skill, play hard sports and a place to enjoy a good, welcoming environment. I achieved my dream beyond expectation,” states Hunter.

“If you are looking for a new hobby, sport or a place to relax, meet new people and just enjoy yourself, Ballers Indoor Arena is the place to be. We welcome everyone and anyone with arms wide open and we look forward to having you as a part of the B.I.A family,” concludes Farinha.

For more information on Ballers Indoor Arena visit their website www. ballersindoorarena.co.za, and for the latest updates and information visit their Facebook page.

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The full strength Sharks team annihilated the tame Lions in their final warm up match on Friday night at Ellis Park, winning 5714.

The Lions knew there was a slim chance of making a comeback against the fierce Sharks team, who had a huge lead (31-0) as the whistle blew at half time.

In the first 90 seconds Springbok player Odwa Ndungane was the first over the try line, after

an initial break by fly-half Patrick Lambie.

Lambie continued creating opportunities for his team through solid tackle kicking and dangerous attacking runs.

Ndungane scored another try in the 14th minute, after which another try followed four minutes later by Pieter-Steph du Toit, taking the Sharks to a 19-0 lead after Lambie’s conversion.

They continued their relentless attack with

Amila Blitz (Time Trial) Results Boksburg Athletics Club: Time Trial WEEK 6 2014 Thursday, February 06 2014 to Wednesday, February 12, 2014 4km 1. Donald Mashamade ( MAD) P.B. 13:15; 2. Daniella Meyer (Jnr) (BOKS) 16:17; 3.

Nathan Visser (Jnr) (BOKS) 16:17; 4. Adam Meyer (Jnr) (BOKS) 17:24 ; 5. Dionne Krieger (Jnr) (NBKempies) 17:32; 6. Lucian Ogle (BHS) 18:06; 7. Kevin Graaff (BHS) 18:07; 8. Mark Swanepoel (BFC) 18:10; 9.

Greg Pienaar (BOKS) 18:30; 10. Etienne Steenkamp (NC) 18:30.

8km 1. Ryan Gibson (BOKS) 27:50; 2. Theunis Holl (BOKS) 28:03; 3. Armand Bosman (NC)

28:24; 4. Samuel Mmbengeni (MAD) 29:48; 5. Gideon Joubert (SP) 29:54; 6. Luke Meyer (Jnr) (BOKS) 30:50 ; 7.

Rudolf Oberholzer (BOKS) 33:10; 8.

Thabo Modise (BOKS) 33:10; 9. Herman Steyn (BOKS) 33:22; 10. Bryce Hennessy (MAD) 34:36.

tries from Francios Steyn and Stephan Lewies.

Ackerman stated before the clash against the Sharks that it was imperative to avoid injuries and rested some of their key players, as the players were preparing for Super rugby.

The young Lions team found it very difficult to make their way back into the game against the Sharks, as the team filled with Springbok players continued with their relentless attack after half time.

The Lions finally got onto the scoreboard when Stephan Vermeulen added the first try to the score sheet, but this was short lived as the Sharks scored shortly after in the 65th minute.

Their efforts were futile following Coenie van Wyk’s try, which was converted to take the score to 50-14.

S’bura Sithole added the final points of the game, ending the score at 57-14.