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“My name is Uyinene Mrwetyana. I was raped and murdered in a Post Office before my body was dumped. I was 19 years old.”
“I was killed alongside my 85 year old grandfather in our flat. I was 19 years old”
The rights of women and children are fundamental human rights protected by our national Constitution. Gender-based and child violence, in all its different forms, devalues human dignity and the self-worth of the abused person and must be stopped in our society. The campaign can only succeed if we stand together to safeguard our society against this cycle of abuse.
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Raped and murdered because she was lesbian. She was 29 years old
What is abuse? Abuse is any form of harm which can include when someone is: hurting your body physically or sexually, insulting you, or threatens you with violence, harassing you sexually, humiliating and degrading you at home or in public,
A young student by the name of Precious Ramabulana who schooled at Capricorn TVET College Ramokgopa campus was raped & stabbed 52 times in her room.
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Killed by her boyfriend. He burned her body. She was 22 years old.
controlling how you use your money, preventing you from getting or keeping a job, or to see friends or relatives, stalking you, by following you or visits you without your permission, harming your health or wellbeing, or monitoring your phone calls and telling you where you can and can’t go. What’s the purpose of the campaign?
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A NOTE FROM THE
EDITOR #MENARETRASH
While scrolling through my Facebook feed recently, I couldn’t help but notice desperate attempts by men to detract from the #AmINext and #MenAreTrash movements. Each time a woman shares an article about the movement, or just voices their fear and uncertainty, there is a male lurking in the comments section, trying to make it about them. I am not discounting the fact that men have been through their fair share of trauma. If you don’t think you’re trash, that’s great. But tooting your own horn just so you don’t have to feel some sense of responsibility for the hashtag is counterproductive to what women are
trying to achieve. In short, if men don’t have anything productive to say that will add momentum to and solidarity with the new-found voice that women (finally) feel they have, they should be quiet. Which is why snide comments made by men who insist they are not trash is such a misguided reaction. Rapists are trash. Racists are trash. Bad people who do bad things are trash. Good people who see bad people do bad things and do nothing are trash. Stop focusing on the hashtag and look at the bigger picture
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Two Rivers Platinum is a progressive, innovative company which, along with making a significant contribution to the South African economy and mining sector, was also nominated the Best Employer for 2018 and 2019. We continuously strive for Zero Harm to our people and our environment and we are committed to improving the quality of life of our people and surrounding communities. Our mechanised mining operation, situated around 60km from Lydenburg and 25km from Steelpoort in Mpumalanga Province, is a member of ARM (African Rainbow Minerals) and one of the world-class Platinum producers.
ENGINEERING LEADER
Reporting to the Buisiness Leader. Qualifications and experience: B.Eng./BSc. (Eng.) Degree or Technikon Diploma or Technical National diploma N6. Government Certificate of Competency. Master’s Degree will be advantageous. Professional registration with ECSA advantageous. At least 5 to 10 years managerial experience in an underground mining environment. Responsibilities: • Ensure that the legislated safety, health and environmental standards are maintained. Overseeing all engineering work for the effective functioning of operations, shafts, plants and surface infrastructure. Ensure strict adherence to maintenance work management principles (percent planned work, adherence to schedule, number of breakdowns, number of proactive requests) to obtain maximum plant and machine availability at minimum maintenance cost per unit produced. Manage the Engineering Assets to ensure that they produce at their designed capacity and are periodically refurbished to their original condition to ensure optimal life. Strategically manage the operational planning to achieve goals by fostering innovation, prioritizing IT initiatives, and coordinating the evaluation, deployment, and management of current and future IT systems across the organisation. Assess and make recommendations on the improvement or reengineering of the IT organisation. Provide expert technical support during engineering project execution, task and CI initiatives to maintain high standards. Strategic planning and structuring business plans for future projects and mine development processes aligned to the overall business strategy. Develop, track, and control the engineering and information technology annual operating and capital budgets and develop business case justifications and cost/ benefit analyses for IT spending and initiatives. Behavioural competencies: • Adaptability, Continuous Improvement, Results Orientation, Strategic Planning, Organising & Control, Problem Solving & Decision Making. Advanced Computer Skills. Selection procedure: • Panel Interview • Job related assessments, if required.
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President Ramaphosa calls on Cops to intensify manhunt for killer of Precious Ramabulana By Omie
He has directed Police Minister Bheki Cele to avail all the necessary resources to support local police in the search for the killer. President Cyril Ramaphosa has called upon the South African Police Service (SAPS) to intensify the manhunt for the killer of 21-year-old Limpopo student Precious Ramabulana and to ensure the perpetrator is apprehended and brought to book swiftly. Ramabulana was stabbed to death over the weekend, Limpopo police confirmed on Monday. Fellow students and friends of Ramabulana took to social media in grief and anger after hearing she had apparently been stabbed 52 times in the room where she was staying. “The savagery inflicted on this young
woman … points to a level of depravity that is beyond the comprehensible,” Ramaphosa said in a statement on Wednesday. “We are horrified at yet another killing of an innocent woman, and we are angry, this simply cannot go on,” Ramaphosa said. Limpopo police spokesperson Brigadier Motlafela Mojapelo confirmed the 21-year-old was attacked by an unknown person and “brutally stabbed to death” at around 2.30am on Sunday. “It is alleged that the deceased was asleep in her rented room at ga-Joel Section in Mokomene when the suspect gained entry through the window and started attacking her. He then stabbed her several times and fled the scene,” he said. “The deceased’s frantic screams were heard by the neighbour who called the police. On arrival, her body was found in a pool of blood with several stab wounds. The motive for the attack is unknown at this stage.” Mojapelo could not confirm reports that she had also been raped. Ramaphosa has directed Police Minister Bheki Cele to avail of all the necessary resources to support local police in the search for the killer. “Whoever committed this brutal act must know that there is no corner for you to hide. You will be found, you will be tried, and you will receive the highest penalty,” Ramaphosa said.
Julius Malema and Mmusi Maimane join hands at National Day of Prayer
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Reporting to the Buisiness Leader. Qualifications and experience: Mining Engineering degree/diploma. Mine Managers’ Certificate of Competency. Mine Health and Safety Act (3.1) appointment. At least 10 (ten) years’ experience in underground mining and the management of diverse teams. Trackless mining experience would be an advantage. At least 10 years managerial experience.. Responsibilities: • Manage and coordinate the mining department. Manage the tactical (< 1 year) and strategic (2-5 year) plans. Lead and align the mining department with the site SHEQ policy. Capital project budgeting and coordination, including contract formulation. Compile and control the mining budget. Compile monthly, quarterly and annual mining reports for the operation.. Competencies and requirements: • Computer literate with an understanding of mine planning and scheduling packages. Valid Driver’s license. Valid certificate of physical fitness. Selection procedure: • Panel Interview • Job related assessments, if required. Two Rivers offers competitive remuneration packages and Conditions of employment will be based on the “Total Package” concept. The mine’s housing complex is situated in Lydenburg. The successful candidate will be appointed on the condition of being certified medically fit as per the Mine Health and Safety Act 29/1996. Applicants must be prepared to undergo certain job related assessments, if required as part of the selection process. Credit, criminal and reference checks may be done by the Mine if deemed necessary. TRP is an equal opportunity employer and in making the final selection, consideration will be given to applicable legislations as well as the TRP Employment Equity Plan.. Interested applicants are requested to submit their CV’s (not more than 5 pages), including contact details to recruitment@trp.co.za or fax to 086 696 1603.. Closing date: 6 December 2019 No late applications will be considered. If you have not been contacted by the company within 21 days after the closing date, please consider your application to be unsuccessful.
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On Sunday, thousands of South Africans gathered at the FNB Stadium, Johannesburg to pray for the country. Issues like gender-based violence and crimes against children took centre stage on the National Day of Prayer. Amongst those who attended were Julius Malema and Mmusi Maimane. The EFF leader made a u-turn in his feelings towards Maimane after the latter stepped down as the DA leader.
Juju and the former DA leader posed for a photo together and the EFF posted it on Twitter. The EFF captioned the photo: “CIC @Julius_S_Malema takes a pic with @MmusiMaimane at #nationaldayofprayer. Leadership of South Africa is all here to join in prayer for our country and the world. Our prayer request is the end of antiblack racism in the country and the world.” The gathering was held to unite
people in their concern for the country, including poverty, gender-based violence and disunity. The first event was held in 2017. It has seen more than 90,000 people gather at the stadium every year. It was reported that security guards had to open the gates to avoid a stampede. The stadium was full, with many people left outside, upset that they could not join the event’s activities.
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Jika with Mi Casa in celebration of Sun City’s Big 40 African artists. Performing at The Big 40 After Party at the Sun Arena are Kwesta, Goodluck, Prince Kaybee, DJ Christos, Vinny da Vinci and DJ Tira, with Somizi in the driver’s seat as MC. Tickets to the Big 40th Birthday
It’s almost time to get down and jika with Mi Casa at what promises to be the biggest music event of 2019. The eccentric trio joins some of the biggest names in South African music for Sun City’s Big 40 Birthday Party on 7 December 2019. Creating unmatched energy on stage and a sound different to any other South African band, Mi Casa is ready to thrill revelers with songs like “Jika”, “Heavenly sent”, “These streets”, “Turn you on”, “TOCA” and countless other groovy hits. This band, comprising Dr Duda (producer, pianist and consummate beat-maker), J’Something (vocalist and guitarist) and Mo T (trumpeter and jazz influence), has dominated charts in South Africa since 2010 with a total of eight number one singles which included their smash hits “Jika” and “Don’t wanna be your friend”, both of which went multi-platinum and were the most played songs on national and continental radio platforms. They have hosted countless sold out shows in 31 African countries as well as in Portugal, the UK, the Netherlands, Italy, and Canada. What makes this band unique, besides the music, is their persona and values that are deeply rooted in making music which carries positive vibes and uplifting energy. 2020 sees Mi Casa turn 10 years-old and will be a massive year for the band but, before their celebrations begin, they brace Sun City and its guests with some excellent celebratory vibes first. Also on the bill for The Big 40 Birthday Party at the Valley of Waves are Sho Madjozi, Shekhinah, Dr Victor & The Rasta Rebels and Kurt Darren. A lively production showcasing the resort’s history, culminating with a dazzling fireworks display is also on the cards. Local band, Soulmajestik, and Sun City’s very own Segaetsho Dynasty will share the stage with these top South
Party at the Valley of Waves are sold out. However, guests booking accommodation at Sun City over the birthday weekend (6 to 8 December) will receive two tickets to the party as part of the package. Tickets to the Big 40th After Party at the Sun Arena cost
COMPENSATION FUND BURSARY
INJURED WORKERS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES BURSARY AWARD FOR 2020 Are you an injured worker who cannot return to current work due to injuries sustained at work?
Are you an unemployed Compensation Fund pensioner who suffered occupational injuries as a result acquired a permant disablement and wishes to improve skills to return to work or be economically active?
Are you a Person with Disabilities willing to further your studies at TVET, CET or HEI ?
The Compensation Fund is inviting previously employed personnel who suffered occupational injuries or diseases as a result acquired a permanent disablement and Persons with Disabilities to apply for Vocational Rehabilitation bursary Scheme. The applicants must have been accepted at a recognised Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) colleges, Community Education and Training (CET) or Higher Education Institution (HEI). Eligibility requirements: First-year students in 2020 Fully completed application form Compensation Fund pension number where applicable Proof of residence Certified copies of Identity card /book Copy of your highest school grade or qualification Proof of acceptance / preliminary acceptance from recognised training institutions. Certification and verification of disability by a Health Care Professional or Disability Support Office. Preference will be given to applicants who excel in their studies and/or demonstrate potential If you do not receive a response from the Department a month after submission of your application, consider your application unsuccessful. What the bursary covers: Tuition fees, Prescribed Study Material, Monthly Stipend and Accommodation where applicable. The award is renewable every year depending on the availability of funds and academic performance of students.
The closing date for submission of applications is on the 31st March 2020. (no late applications will be accepted) How to apply for this opportunity: Download and complete the Injured Worker’s Bursary Scheme Application Form 2019/2020 from the website www.labour.gov.za or visit your nearest Provincial Office or Labour Centres for the application forms. You can also contact the Vocational Rehabilitation office for assistance on 012 319 9264. Make sure that you also acquire proof of acceptance or preliminary acceptance from a recognised training institution. Submit a fully completed and signed application form along with the following documents: Certified copy of Identity Document/Smart Card, Copy of your highest school grade or qualification, Proof of residence (not older than three months), Acceptance letter from the institution, Study Fee Quotations, and Certification or verification of disability by a Health Care Professional or Disability Support Office. Submit your application via post: The Director Directorate: Vocational Rehabilitation Department of Employment and Labour Compensation Fund Private bag x 955 Pretoria 0001
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R250 and are available at Computicket. Make your escape to Sun City for the resort’s birthday weekend. There are special packages available, including accommodation and party tickets, at www.suninternational.com.
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Caster Semenya: Birthplace of Dreams
The new release, titled ‘The birthplace of dreams’ is narrated by Caster herself and tracks her journey from her humble beginnings in Limpopo to professional athlete, Olympic champion and running coach. Her story starts in the small village outside Polokwane, South Africa. She recalls that at the time she spent her time playing football before she re-
alised her dream of being an 800m athlete. “I played under 14. Most people came to see me play, how I played because they know I’m a girl. I was fast, I played a fast game,” she said. She attributes the support from her family for her journey to Olympic stardom saying: “Positivity comes from where you’re coming from. How you’re raised, the love that you
get from your family and their belief in you. If people believe in you, you’ll always be positive, you’ll be a believer.” Along with her wife Violet and her close friend Koketso Mogapi she started the Masai Athletics Club in Pretoria and Soweto. The club aims to discover young athletes and develop them into the running stars of the future.
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