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By Elmon Tshikhudo Hundreds of angry people, mostly women, who marched to the Thohoyandou Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, went back home happy. The marchers from Tshivhilidulu in the Nzhelele area were demanding that the three men arrested for the murder of a local woman be refused bail.

Angry marchers take to the streets of Thohoyandou in a bid to oppose the suspects in Selinah Netshivhilidulu´s murder being granted bail.

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2 11 November 2011

By Linda van der Westhuizen

By Elmon Tshikhudo

“Our village is a slaughterhouse...”

Continues from p1 The marchers were chanting against the abusing and killing of women and later presented a memorandum detailing their grievances to representatives of the court. The local civic chairperson, Mr Nkhoyeni Ratshiedana, read the memorandum, which had been signed by different community structures and the local traditional leader.

In court, Isaac Mamasetla (21), Michael Netshivhilidulu (31) and Lufuno Mukwevho (21), who stand accused of murdering Selina Netshivhilidulu (58) early this year, had their bail application postponed to 12 January 2012. All three, residents of the area, are charged with murder.

In the memorandum that was handed to Magistrate Luckson Ramavhale, the marchers demanded that the suspects be removed from their community.

They also demanded that the courts be harsh on the suspects and not grant them bail, as they were regarded as a danger to the community.

Representing the community, Mr Mashudu Sathuma said the community was tired of endless and senseless murders. “We have buried many women over the years in this village and many died under mysterious circumstances. We are here to say 'enough is enough'. So

much innocent blood has been shed and we want this to end immediately,” he said.

Sathuma said their village had become like a slaughterhouse, where many had already lost their lives. What worried them most, he added, was that most of the cases where people had been killed remained unresolved. “We do not want more people to die under mysterious circumstances. If these people are granted bail, they might continue with their murderous spree. Let them be locked up forever,” he said.

He said the community did not want to see the suspects again in the village as the community felt that they could continue with their cruel deeds.

The memorandum lists many cases committed over the years, with most of them said to be unresolved.

The murders were committed between 2004 and 2011 and most involved the killing of women and children.

Rofhiwa Mukwevho was killed in 2004 by unknown people; In 2004, Martha Muofhe and her two children were attacked and fortunately they survived, but with scars; In 2005, Maria Netshisumbewa, who was pregnant, was killed by unknown people; The following year, another

murder made headlines when four children were hacked to death. They were Ndivhuwo Tshilimandila (1), Nnyadzeni (14), Shumani (10) and Lavhelesani (6), all found with gaping wounds on their heads, necks.

A bloodied axe was found at the scene; In 2009, Tshisikhawe Magoda was stabbed to death by unknown people; In 2010, a policeman killed his wife and her mother, both members of the Magau family.

After receiving the memorandum, Senior Magistrate Luckson Ramavhale commended the marchers for being peaceful. He informed the marchers that bail was a right to every citizen and that they should not confuse bail with the court verdict. “Our constitution says everybody is entitled to bail. We do not only expect marching and singing from you, but we encourage you to come forward with information that will assist in the successful finalisation of the case,” he added.

Magistrate Jonathan Rapudi presided over the case, while Mashudu Nekhumbe prosecuted. Ms Selinah Netshivhilidulu’s body was found in her RDP house in March, with a gaping wound to her head. It is alleged the suspects killed her after suspecting her of practising witchcraft.

Thousands say no to renaming of town Petitions against the name change of the town Louis Trichardt to Makhado were launched after the Minister of Arts and Culture had published the name change in the Government Gazette of October 14.

As a reason for changing the name to Makhado, Minister Paul Mashatile said: “A request had been received from the Makhado Municipality to change the name and all necessary processes had been followed in terms of the South African Geographical names Council.”

Those signing the petition confirmed that they had not been reasonably or consulted in a bona fide manner and that a proper and fair administrative process had not been followed. They also confirmed that changing the name of the town would affect the region adversely and that the money could be better spent for proper service delivery and the empowerment of poor people.

Petitions circulated for about

two weeks and had to be handed in to the Chairpersons Association (CA) by November 4. The CA won the appeal court case when the name of the town was changed to Makhado the first time round and the name change had to be set aside.

A total of 6 462 signatories signed the petition. That is about 1 500 more signatures than the first time round.

“The Hlanganani Concerned group handed in 3 294 signatories, if I am not mistaken. We found the time restriction of two weeks difficult. If it were not for that, we could nearly have doubled that,” said the group’s spokesperson, Mr Jeffrey Gohell.

Mr André Naudé, chairperson of the CA, explained that 5 021 signatories are from the region and 1 441 from other regions.

“This is a matter in the interest of the nation, not only the region.

Nowhere in the country should cultural groups be polarised nor cultural goods be destroyed,” Naudé said. He expressed the

same sentiment as Gohell that the time restriction prevented them from getting many more signatures.

The time restriction was due to the fact that any objection to the name change had to be made within 30 days of the publication of the name in the Gazette. The CA wanted to add the petition lists to the objection.

“We are not happy about the whole name-change process.

We say that the municipality has actually sent a wrong report to the minister, who believes them. We regard it as one-sided information from the side of the municipality that did not consult all the people. People are not against change, but change should not be brought about through ‘kangaroo consultation’ where people are hoodwinked that the government wants the name to be changed.

A name change should come from the people themselves, and not the municipality forcing the people to change the name,” Gohell said.

By Elmon Tshikudo

Murdered mother and baby laid to rest The traditional leader of Mianzwi, Chief Talifhani Tshivhase, has urged communities not to undermine traditional courts as they have succeeded in solving domestic disputes during the olden days.

Tshivhase addressed mourners during the funeral of a woman and her baby who were allegedly killed by her husband last week.

Uanndwela Muthabi (23) and her baby Mukhodeni (six months) were brutally murdered after an argument over the custody of another child.

The funeral service took place at Mianzwi before mourners pro-

ceeded to Bunzhe village, the deceased's home village, for burial.

Many residents of Mianzwi and Bunzhe attended the funeral.

After the incident, there was a standoff between the families, but Chief Ralson Sikhwivhilu brokered peace between the two families and they jointly prepared for the funeral.

Speaking during the service, Tshivhase told mourners not to undermine the traditional way of resolving disputes, more especially those involving family matters. Tshivhase said it was unfortunate that innocent lives had to be lost when there were

relevant platforms where they could be adressed. “We are urging all of you, more especially young couples, to approach us as traditional leaders when you need help.

Let us go back to our roots and all will be well with us,” he added.

The alleged killer, Dumisani Makamu (34), appeared in the Thohoyandou Magistrate’s Court on Monday last week, facing two counts of murder.

He was not asked to plead and was remanded in custody. The case was postponed to November 12.

The leadership from Tshivhilidulu hands over a memorandum to Justice officials at the Thohoyandou Magistrate´s Court on Tuesday. In the picture are, from left, senior prosecutor Brian Pele, senior magistrates Luckson Ramavhale and Willy Mudau, Nkhoyeni Ratshiedana (SANCO chairperson) and Mr Mashudu Sathuma.

By Peter Muthambi

Ethiopean businessman killed in Kutama An Ethiopean businessman was allegedly shot and killed at Maebani village in the Kutama area last Wednesday evening.

Mr Dumise Miheratu Erago (34) was allegedly shot and killed by unknown men in what appears to be a robbery. Erago owned a tuck shop in the village where he sold groceries to the villagers.

The incident happened at about 20:00, when unknown men visited the store and demanded money at gunpoint, police have said.

"We were alerted to the incident by members of the community.

When we arrived at the scene, Erago was lying dead in a pool of blood," said the spokesperson for the Tshilwavhusiku police,

Const Godwin Mahuwa. He said that Erago had a gun wound to the chest. "The perpetrators took cell phones and an undisclosed amount of money and fled the scene," Mahuwa added.

According to Mahuwa, the police have opened a case of murder, following the incident.

"Our detectives are busy with investigations and hopefully the suspects will soon be brought to book.

These are dangerous people in the community and belongs behind bars," Mahuwa stated.

The suspects are still at large.

A similar incident occurred at Gogobole village in the area a week ago. A 23-year-old Soma-

lian businessman was shot and wounded.

Two unknown men apparently entered his shop and demanded money at gunpoint. After realising that the businessman, Mr Eyakor Dawit, was reluctant to give them money, they shot him in the leg.

Dawit survived the attack and an undisclosed amount of money, a cell phone and airtime vouchers were taken during the incident.

Mahuwa appealed to members of the community to furnish the police with information that can lead to the arrest of the perpetrators. Anyone with information is advised to contact the police at 015 519 6000 or 082 451 7163.

Ms Maria Sikhwivhilu (left), the mother of the deceased woman, paying her last respects to her daughter and grandchild during the funeral. The two were laid to rest at Bunzhe village.

Crime

Concern about increase in rape cases The Makhado police expressed concern this week about a spate of rape cases reported in and around Louis Trichardt and Vleifontein.

In four of the rape cases being investigated, three of the victims were minors - one three years, one six years and one 12

years old.

Circumstances surrounding an incident in town, involving a 25-year-old victim, are still being investigated.

The victim alleged that she was raped a fortnight ago at about 15:30 by her employer in the central business district.

Local police spokesperson Capt Maano Sadike appealed to the community to be more alert and to see to it that minors are never left alone. Teenagers should also walk in groups. Parent should always know where their children are and must never send them far away alone.

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R90M electrification project Jobless people in the Thulamela Municipality are bracing themselves for jobs after Premier Cassel Mathale had launched a R90million electrification project and instructed that local people must not be ignored during the project.

The launch took place at Malamulele Stadium on Friday.

The launch comes after a R90million grant was given to Thulamela Municipality by the Development Bank of Southern Africa.

Mathale hailed the municipality for expediting the electrification of villages. “The project means that the municipality was able to bring services to the people earlier than expected. This is out of respect for Community members dance in jubilation during the launch of the vast our people, whose patience is not rural electrification project. endless,” said Mathale.

He said the government had been in power for a long time and was learning from its mistakes. He warned that the municipality had to make sure that this project provided jobs and put food on tables for many families.

He warned Ma yor Mahosi and ThuVhembe Mayor Florence Dzhombere (left) shakes hands with Premier Mathale after his speech lamela Manager Makonde at Malamulele during the launch of the electricity project.

Mathivha to make sure that in each village which was being electrified, local people benefited rather than workers drawn from other villages to come and do the job.

Mathale also warned lazy councillors who allow RDP house to be built alongside big houses and said if that happened, they would be fired. He also warned Thulamela municipal leaders who were accused during an imbizo at Xikundu recently of not developing other areas that the time of not distributing resources equally was over.

He said if mayors, managers or councillors were found to be biased against certain communities, they would be fired.

Chief Busa Nxumalo, who spoke on behalf of the Congress of Traditional Leaders, said traditional leaders supported the project, because it would make people’s lives better. He said the project would also make sure that community members used electricity and did not rob the environment of its bushes for firewood.

Mayor Mahosi was excited and said her municipality would serve all communities, irrespective of where they lived.

She thanked all stakeholders who made it possible for the project to be realised and the Development Bank of Southern Africa for granting the R90 million.

She added that 33 705 households in 77 villages will have been electrified by June next year.

She also acknowldged the role played by contractors and engineers who reduced the electrification backlog by 20 000 since 2002.

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By Peter Muthambi

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“Care, love and understand our mental patients” - MEC Cope accuses municipal The MEC for Health in Limpopo, when people with mental problems were unfortunately, our hospitals for mental speaker of silencing the party Ms Dikeledi Magadzi, has called on discharged from hospital, they did not patients are full. We are then forced to families with mentally troubled members to care for people with mental problems, love them and understand their condition.

Speaking at Hayani hospital as part of Family Day celebrations two weeks ago, Magadzi said she was concerned that

get enough support. “These people need love, care and understanding,” she added.

She said families caring for these people should have patience to know the times they must be given their medication. “Some people hate their family members with mental problems and,

send mental patients to ordinary public hospitals, which do not suit their needs,” she said. Magadzi visited patients in their wards and later spoke to the family members who had come to the event. She added that the stigmatisation and discrimination against people with mental illnesses could not be ignored.

Magadzi also said people should consider institutionalisation as the last resort as patients with mental conditions needed care in a familiar environment amongst members of the family and the community.

The chairperson of the hospital board, Rev Mohale Makhene, said he was glad that most relatives came to be with their loved ones. He urged parents Mental care users mob MEC Magadze and her entourage during the open day. From left are not to regard mentally businesswoman and motivational speaker Humbelani Netshandama, Ms Mantji Mahlo (senior retarded people as a manager: primary health care in Limpopo), businesswoman Annah Magwaba, MEC Magadze curse, but a blessing and Cllr Faith Chauke of the Vhembe district. to their families.

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The Congress of the People in Louis tions are adopted without testing Trichardt is accusing the Speaker them against recommendations from of the Makhado Municipality of Exco.” denying its councillors an opporThe speaker, David Mutavhatsindi, tunity to express themselves during denied the allegations and said that if council meetings. councillors had questions, they should In a statement this week, Cope’s direct them to Council and not the regional chairperson, Mr Geoffrey media, in terms of the standing rules Tshibvumo, accused the Speaker, Mr and orders. “We have taken all counDavid Mutavhatsindi, of harassing cillors to an induction so as to ensure and intimidating Cope councillors in that all councillors understand how council. He added that Mutavhatsindi Council runs, but it seems as if Cope failed to adhere to and enforce council councillors did not learn anything. rules with regard to the nomination of Tshibvumo is out of order. The man is ward committee members. He also not even a councillor at the Makhado abuses the powers of the Speaker to Municipality; no wonder he does not intimidate opposition members, expel understand,” he said. council members from Letter duly constituted settings of council and thwart debate and discussion on predetermined agenda items.

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By Mashudu Netsianda

Minister and Station Commander to pay for wrongful arrest The Minister of Safety and Security, together with the station commander at the Makhado police station, was ordered to pay R70 000 in damages to a man who was hastily arrested, following the painting of the statue of Makhado in 2005.

The painting of the statue in September 2005 made international headlines and was generally described as a racist statement, especially because the statue was painted in the colours of the old South African flag. The then mayor of the Makhado Municipality, Cllr Rhulani Nkuzana, lashed out at the “racist innuendos of people who

have not transformed” and called them “barbarians who should rot in prison or in hell, where they belong.”

On 17 November 2005, the police arrested Dieter Venter, then 24, and placed him in the holding cells at Dzanani. He was denied legal representation and only taken to court late the following day. During his court appearance on 18 November, the chief prosecutor refused to prosecute because of a lack of evidence and all charges were dropped.

The civil case against the police eventually made it to court last week. This case brought a number of

interesting aspects to light, not only highlighting the blunders in the way the police acted, but also the clear political agendas that obscured good judgement. It also came to light that the main suspect in the case was not a white person.

Dieter Venter testified that he had attended a function at the Hanglip picnic area not long after the statue was painted. During this event, he jokingly told friends that he would have to throw away all paint cans at his workplace, because people might think that he was the suspect. He also testified that he had slept over at friends’ house at the time when the statue was painted, an alibi that was supplied to the police for verification.

Venter’s attorney, Dr Suwil Rudolph, then testified that he tried to arrange for bail for his client after the arrest on the 17th of November, but the police refused to bring him to court. The investigating officer, Capt Francois Ramovha (now a colonel,) also refused him access to his client.

Dr Rudolph was told that Venter had been taken to Dzanani because there were too many prisoners escaping from the Louis Trichardt cells.

Dr Rudolph eventually had to ask the National Police Commissioner to intervene, who assisted via the Provincial Police Commissioner. He was only allowed to consult with his client, who was still locked up in Dzanani, much later the following day.

The state prosecutor, Mr Ryno Mostert, testified that he could find no evidence to prosecute Venter.

His refusal to prosecute caused a lot of animosity and he was accused by Capt Ramovha of being biased. A memorandum was also handed to him by representatives of the local municipality, demanding that all local prosecutors and magistrates recuse them from the case and that bail be The statue, photographed shortly after it was painted in September denied to Venter.

He handed the memorandum to 2005.

the late Magistrate Sakkie Scheepers.

At the time, Magistrate Scheepers criticised the memorandum and described it as an interference with the justice system.

It became clear that the police had no or very little evidence against Venter. Much of it was based on a statement by Zirk Erasmus about the happenings at the Hanglip picnic area, where Venter had allegedly said he had painted the statue.

When Erasmus was called by the State to testify, his testimony deviated from the original statement. He apologised to the court for not speaking the truth and blamed the police for intimidating him. He said that 10 police officers applied pressure on him to sign a statement.

This statement was never read back to him and he was also never placed under oath.

After Erasmus’ testimony, the defendants wisely opted to throw in the towel and negotiate an agreement. They offered to pay R70 000 in damages and the legal costs. This agreement was later made an order of the court.

The money must be paid over within 14 days, after which interest will be charged. Col Ramovha can also be held responsible for the cost in his personal capacity.

The case brought along some answers, but also a lot of questions.

Almost six years after the incident, no-one has been prosecuted successfully .

In the police docket that served as evidence in the case, it is evident that the main suspect is a certain SG Nthombeni.

His fingerprints were lifted from the scene and he was identified on 29 November 2005. Only almost three years later, on 12 September 2008, was a warrant issued for his arrest.

It is unclear whether the suspect was ever arrested.

ZCC conference clogs up border The Beit Bridge Border Post was a hive of activity between Friday last week and Monday (7 November), as thousands of Zion Christian Church (ZCC) congregants crossed the border to Zimbabwe for a church conference in Bulawayo.

According to border officials, more than 50 000 ZCC members from various provinces in South Africa crossed the border to Zimbabwe on Friday. They were travelling in more than 500 buses, while others were using light vehicles.

A spokesperson at the Beit Bridge border on the South African side, Mr Michael Malindi, said traffic police, the SAPS, Home Affairs and SARS officials worked tirelessly round the clock to clear the huge influx of travellers. The pre-clearance process was done at the Musina Show Grounds to avoid congestion and delays at the border. “We have never handled such a huge influx of travellers at the Beit Bridge border, but all stakeholders joined hands and managed to process the travellers without delays. Our superiors were really impressed with the way we facilitated the smooth clearance of the ZCC members,” he said. Malindi said more Home Affairs officials were deployed from other areas to beef up the staff complement at Beit Bridge border during that period. He said they also did not encounter problems on Monday when the ZCC members returned to South Africa.

On the Zimbabwean side, authorities had created a separate traffic lane for the buses and cars carrying the ZCC members to ease congestion.

The local assistant regional immigration manager, Mr Charles Gwede, said they managed to speed up the process.

The Beit Bridge Border Post is the busiest inland port of entry in sub-Saharan Africa.

It handles a huge influx of travellers passing through every day, including a huge volume of commercial traffic destined for countries such as Tanzania, Zambia, DRC and Malawi.

Bulawayo is the headquarters of the ZZC in Zimbabwe. The church’s leader, the Right Reverend Bishop Dr Barnabas Edward Lekganyane, officially opened a new church building. It can accommodate 600 people. It is the first and only church to be built out of South Africa and it was built at a cost of R2 million.

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Increase in street children discussed at high level An alarming increase in the number of unaccompanied minors in Louis Trichardt is to receive high-level national and international attention.

More than 600 children from neighbouring countries moved through the town during the past year, according to statistics revealed during a special meeting held on 20 October in the Makhado Municipal Council Hall. An estimated 50 of these destitute children remained in Louis Trichardt.

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The executive mayor of the Vhembe District Municipality, Cllr Florence Dzhombere, has hailed the attaining of qualifications by 18 firefighters in the municipality. She said it boded well for the fighting of fires and disasters in the municipality.

The event took place last Tuesday.

Clad in firefighting gear, Dzhombere handed over certificates and trophies to firefighters who had completed a course and perfomed well in a sports tournament. “The certificate you received is a statement that Vhembe District Municipality is ready to combat fires and prevent disasters,” she said.

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It was pointed out that some come straight through to Louis Trichardt to get away as far as possible from whatever drove them from their country. Some who initially came just to get croceries and money, come here after having been contaminated by the street subculture in Musina with which they initially linked up for survival purposes. In the meeting, it was agreed that co-ordinated professional intervention is necessary to avoid this contamination.

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A happy Rendani Muleya receives her certificate from Mayor Florence Dzhombere and the municipal manager, Masala Makumule, during the ceremony.

By Isabel Venter

Life imprisonment for rapists Two young men from Tshakuma were sentenced to life imprisonment after gangraping a 52-yearold woman.

Ntambudzeni Nagana (28) and Tshifhiwa Madzivhandila (30) appeared in the Louis Trichardt Regional Court last Wednesday on single counts of rape and robbery with aggravating circumstances.

The rape took place on 21 February last year. The 52-year-old woman was collecting wood together with her husband near Levubu when Nagana and Madzivhandila approached them.

First the men asked the woman’s husband for cigarettes and R10.

When he told them that he had nothing on him, they took his panga by force. Nagana and Madzivhandila threatened to kill the husband if he tried anything and ordered him to leave. They then used the panga to hit the woman and threaten her before raping her, taking turns while one would stand on the lookout.

After they finished raping the woman, she told police later, the two men debated over whether or not to kill her. The men left her for dead, however, and fled the scene with her cell phone.

The woman’s husband found her in the bushes when he later returned with help. She was taken to hospital, where DNA-samples of the two men were recovered from her.

Nagana and Madzivhandila were arrested after police traced the cell phone they had stolen from the woman.

During their trial, the men were unable to explain how their DNA got inside the woman. They pleaded not guilty on both charges.

Both were sentenced to life in prison on the count of rape and five years on the count of robbery. The court ordered, however, that the sentences be served out concurrently, meaning that they received an effective 20 years' imprisonment.

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By Peter Muthambi

“Magidi civic is keeping funeral money” The Mahani family of HaMagidi village outside Thohoyandou is at loggerheads with the Magidi civic organization over funeral compensation money. This comes after Ms Mukhatshelwa Mahani (96) passed away in the village last week.

Mahani had been sick for a very long time before she died.

She had to move from Ha-Magidi to Louis Trichardt, where her daughter, Pauline MahaniNdlovu, was taking care of her.

When she passed away, she had to return to the village for burial.

This is where the dispute started between the civic organization and Mahani's family.

According to the family, Sanco ordered the residents not to contribute money for the funeral.

The Department of Roads and Transport of Limpopo is the most productive department in the country. At the National Productivity Awards function at Gallagher Estate in Gauteng a fortnight ago, the department emerged as the unanimous winner in the much-coveted most productive in the public sector category. The department was honoured by Productivity SA for its improvement in service delivery and for recording positive strides in building productive capacity in the country. The department excelled in all aspects of the evaluation criteria, which sought mainly to show the extent of improvement in productivity through the application of new ideas and innovative thinking and the sustainability thereof over a period of at least 18 months. The department represented the Limpopo Provincial Government at this national awards ceremony after emerging victorious in the provincial phase of the awards, which was held on 9 September 2011 in Limpopo. An ecstatic MEC for roads and transport in Limpopo, Ms Pinky Kekana, attributed her department’s success to her dedicated management and staff. “My department has been blessed with a team of loyal and diligent employees who fully understand their individual roles towards the overall goal of the department and government as a whole,” said the proud MEC. In the photo, the head of the Department of Roads and Transport in Limpopo, Mr Ntau Letebele (second from left) receives the award on behalf of the department.- Limpopo News Service

By Elmon Tshikhudo

“I am failing to raise my quadruplets” When the Ambani quadruplets of Khubvi were born almost a year ago, many people jumped onto the bandwagon, promising to help raise the quads.

After their first birthday, their mother, Patricia Ambani, has a story of woe.

They were supposed to celebrate their birthday in style in September, but because of their desperate financial situation, the mother is drinking from the cup of melancholy, so to speak.

"After the birth of my children, many people promised to come to my aid, but ii happened to be just that - promises," she said earlier this week.

Patricia says she is still struggling to raise them alone. This week, the single mother who has

two other children aged 14 and 7, came out and pleaded poverty.

“Things are not the way they should be. My children are suffering. They do not have anything to eat as the milk they used to get from Social Development has been stopped,” she said.

According to her, the clothing they have is becoming too small for them.

After the birth of the quads, senior traditional leader Vho Thovhele Kennedy Tshivhase offered the family an amount of R5 000, which was used to open a trust account. Since its inception, the account failed to attract any funds and at present is almost empty.

The current chairperson of the fund, Mr Frederick Silima

of Professional Technical College, who also contributed to the family, confirmed that the family is struggling. “I become jealous when I read in the papers that local leaders have visited the triplets on the other side of Nzhelele and left enough stuff to last them a long time, while we do not have anything here.

I am just praying that they hear about our plight and visit us, so that they can see the situation for themselves,” she said.

Those wishing to assist the family can do so by phoning 079 370 7320 or 073 650 0556 or drop something into the following trust account: Ambani UIUT Family Trust, ABSA Thohoyandou, Account Number 9255209224.

done about this," added Pauline.

When the secretary of the Magidi civic association, Mr Vhonani Makhera, was contacted for comment, he shifted the blame, saying that "the chairperson is the one who knows about the matter and should be the one to talk to."

However, the man who only identified himself as Mr Liphadzi, who is the chairperson of the organisation, stated that they could not contribute money because Granny Mahani had been away from the village for three months. He ended the call while our reporter was still busy talking to him.

Mahani was eventually laid to rest at the village's cemetery last Saturday.

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Bookings can only be made with Mrs Bea Reimer between 18:30 and 19:00 or with Lawrence Khodobo during the day between 08:00 and 16:00. No other bookings will be accepted.

“Please do not leave a voice message on any phone and presume your booking has been accepted. It will not be accepted.

We also ask that you do not leave a message with one of the kennel staff,” said Reimer.

All pets, cats and dogs, must be inoculated, de-wormed and bathed or dipped before coming into the kennels.

“We will need proof of yearly inoculations, as well as rabies inoculation when you bring your pet in,” said Reimer.

Inoculation must take place 10 days before the pet is brought to the kennels. Reimer and Khodobo must also be made aware of

pets on medication while these are at the kennels.

“If you intend leaving your pets at home during the holiday, please make adequate arrangements with a reliable person for them. Remember, there will be fireworks while you are away, so be prepared,” Reimer warned.

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Patricia Ambani with her quads. She is struggling to raise them and is appealing for help from the community.

This was irrespective of the fact that the family had been contributing money on Mahani's behalf when she was sick. "We were told that my mother would not get any contribution from the community for her burial. This really shocked the family, because we were contributing funeral compensation money in the village," said Mahani's daughter, Pauline.

She added that when they consulted the civic for clarification, she was told that the constitution states that "if a person was not in the village for three months, that person does not get compensation money for the funeral." "This came as a surprise to us, because there was never a constitution we knew of. The civic committee is robbing poor people in this village and something needs to be

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10 11 November 2011

By Kaizer Nengovhela

“ANC owes me money,” claims woman Jenita Banda, a businesswoman from Musina, claims that the African National Congress owes her R25 000.

Banda says she was contacted by top ANC members in the region to provide chairs and tents when President Jacob Zuma was visiting the Skoonplaas Stadium in January 2009. This was shortly before the by-election at the municipality.

Banda, a former ANC member, is now an ACDP councillor in the Musina Municipality. She said she rendered the service

and sent an invoice of R18 000, but the ANC didn’t pay.

"I have been calling them (ever since). Later, the suspended manager of the Musina Municipality, Abram Luruli, told me the money would be paid by the Musina sub-region of the party.

When I went to the treasurer, she refused, saying she hadn’t received such a directive from her seniors," says Banda.

"They didn’t pay. What they did was to send me from pillar to post. The ANC Women’s League also approached me to

provide them with transport when they were going to celebrate a Women’s Day in Lebowakgomo in 2009. They told me it was urgent and I provided two mini-buses. I sent my invoice of R7 000, but they never paid. Initially when I phoned the Deputy Speaker of the Limpopo Legislature, Matodzi Ramadwa, she used to answer the phone without any problem, but now she ignores my calls. I have been a service provider since 1997, and never experienced problems like what the ANC is doing to me."

Abram Luruli said he could not recall such a payment dispute for services rendered. "I can’t confirm or deny this. I will go back to the ANC and check if we owe her.

If we owe her, we will pay," he said.

Representing the ANC Women’s League, Matodzi Ramadwa said she would check with fellow comrades in the region if it was true that Banda was not paid.

“If she was not paid, we will sort out the matter as soon as pos"I need my money, nothing else," says businesswoman Jenita Banda. sible,” said Ramadwa.

By Peter Muthambi

Photographed during the minister´s visit to the Masia area a fortnight ago are, from left, the acting executive mayor of the Vhembe District Municipality, Cllr Humbulani Mathavha, Rural Development and Land Reform Minister Gugile Nkwinti, Makhado Municipality Mayor Cllr Mavhungu Luruli, Chief Mbangiseni Masia and the MEC for Agriculture, Ms Dipuo LetsatsiDuba (right).

By Peter Muthambi

R33,6 mil for Masia community project

The Minister of Rural Development and Land country and had therefore identified rural developReform, Mr Gugile Nkwinti, injected R33.6m ment as a priority. This government is conscious into the Masia Development Trust as part of ru- that our people in rural areas face the harshest ral development. This was during the minister's conditions of poverty, food insecurity and lack of visit to the Masia area a fortnight ago. access to basic services on an almost daily basis," All this came after the minister had made a com- he said. mitment to the Masia Development Trust during The community centre will be comprised of his first visit to the area last year. Nkwinti pledged a show ground, cultural village, sports facility, to make money available for the construction of a computer laboratory and entertainment square. community centre in the area.

According to a traditional leader, Chief MbanHis promises eventually became a reality when giseni Masia, the centre will contribute positively he announced the start to the lives of the people through job creation and of the project. Nkwinti access to services. said that government He said that the project would go a long way in was committed to taking resolving challenges in society. Masia also urged service to the people. the community once more to take part in the deAccording to W/O Lazarus Netshizati, "Government was aware velopment of the area. the suspect fled. He added that a case of that the challenges in “These developments that are in the pipeline rape had been opened with the police, Masia were common in cannot be well implemented without the support most rural areas in the of the community,” he emphasized. following the incident.

"We tried to arrest the suspect but he

By Mashudu Netsianda fled. On Monday, his lawyer called the station, saying that he would personally hand over the suspect to the police, but this never happened," he said.

Khosi Elish Mbedzi was officially Chombo commended the Venda installed as the new Chief Matibe (Vhapfumbi) tribe for upholding their of Beit Bridge East area last Fri- traditional values, which he said had day. He replaced his father, Chief stood the test of time.

Chichewo Matibe, who died last "Traditional leaders are the custodiyear after a short illness. ans of the people and they know their Khosi Mbedzi is the eldest son in priority areas in terms of developthe Matibe family. ment, hence the need for a synergy The new Chief Matibe was in- between them and all development stalled at a traditional ceremony partners. I would also want to urge held in line with the local Venda traditional leaders to be pro-active (VhaPfumbi) traditions at Makote in HIV and Aids intervention provillage outside Beit Bridge. Mbedzi grammes," he said.

(43) went through full initiation processes for six months, following the formal burial of his father in May this year.

The entire Beit Bridge district has been operating without a chief, following the death of Pariti Sitauze of Beit Bridge West and Chichewo Matibe of Beit Bridge East. The Sitauze clan has, however, been involved in a longstanding dispute over the chieftainship.

The installation was preceded by a traditional ceremony in the local Matopo Hills where the chief spent six months being initiated. Zimbabwe’s Local Government, Urban and Rural Development Minister, Newly installed Chief Matibe Khosi Elish Ignatius Chombo, pre- Mbedzi, seen during the traditional ceremony sided over the chief's marking his official installation as the paramount installation programme. chief of Beit Bridge East area.

Girl (17) allegedly raped by friend’s boyfriend A 17-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her friend's lover in the Nzhelele area last Friday evening.

The incident occurred at Tshiswenda village, where a 27-year-old man allegedly raped his lover's friend.

According to the police report, the two had been drinking together at a tavern at Ha-Rabali village. They then went to a

filling station as the vehicle they were travelling in was running out of petrol. The police added that the suspect then went to a nearby bottle store, where the man purchased some liquor. They later went to the suspect's place at the nearby Tshiswenda village. The police report states that when they arrived there, the man forced himself onto the girl and allegedly raped her.

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By Peter Muthambi

Campaign launched against expired food

Illegal water connections leave Dzanani dry

The sale of rotten and expired food in shops around Vhembe will be a thing of the past, thanks to a campaign by the Vhembe District Municipality.

The municipality, using its environmental health practitioners, has declared war on shops and businesses that do not adhere to health regulations. The campaign, which is being held in conjuction with the South

Illegal water connections in the Nzhelele area have left many villages around Dzanani dry.

Residents have been without running water for quite some time now as a result of these actions.

The problem has affected villages such as Tshikuwi, Ha-Matsa, Tshirolwe, Manyii, Luvhalani, Raliphaswa and many others. In these areas, the water supply had been cut off by people who had illegally connected water to their farms, orchards and households. The result is that water does not reach the reservoirs.

The problem was discovered after Khuvutlu Water Consulting Engineers started investigating the lack of water at certain points. Khuvutlu was contracted by the Vhembe District Municipality to supply water to the various villages.

“We realised that water was not reaching villages in the area, so we investigated. We then discovered that there were illegal connections,” said Khuvutlu’s project manager, Mr Ntshavheni Nefale. He said that the Vhembe District Municipality then gave them a mandate to remove the water pipes that had been illegally connected to the main line.

The pipes were removed last week. Nefale added that a case against those who had connected water illegally had been opened with the police.

W/O Lazarus Netshidzati of the Mphephu police confirmed that a case of malicious damage to property had been opened with the police. He warned the community against the illegal connection of water in the area. “Police investigations

African Receiver of Revenue and the labour department, will take place throughout the festive season. Because of this campaign, which is led by Mr Alex Nemakonde, the general manager of community services in Vhembe, many businesses around Thohoyandou received unannounced visits to their premises.

Several businesses who were found to have infringed the

regulations had their stock condemned and others received warnings which, if not adhered to, might see the businesses being closed.

Nemakonde, the coordinator of the campaign, said they went out and inspected businesses from time to time in order to see if they were complying with the law. “Rotten food has a detrimental effect on the health of our people. With the festive season just around the corner, the buying spree is about to start where people will just rush to shops and buy things without even checking the expiry date,” said Nemakonde.

He vowed to clean up shops ,so that people get food that will not affect their health. He said some shops were conducting their business in dirty places. Some were selling things that were rotten and in such cases, warnings were served. In certain cases, some of the food was condemned. He said those who were warned and did not follow the rules would find their businesses being forced to close. Nemakonde said he was determined Officials from Vhembe, labour and SARS, led by Mr Alex Nemakonde that “we will win this (left), the general manager of community services in Vhembe, look at war before Christmas”. containers filled with rotten fish during the campaign.

are still continuing and whoever has information in this regard must contact the police,” he said.

Ward 36 councillor of the Makhado Municipality Cllr Mbulaheni Magada said that the community was suffering as a result of illegal connections of water in the area. “As government we are trying by all means possible to provide water, but people are preventing poor people from getting water.

Let us try and share the little water we have, so that every resident can have running water for domestic use,” appealed Magada.

Clief Matlo of Khuvutlu disconnecting one of the illegally connected water pipes at Tshikikinini.

By Mashudu Netsianda

Youth (16) arrested for murder of granny A 16-year-old boy from Nkayi village outside Beit Bridge was arrested for allegedly fatally assaulting his 79-year-old grandmother, police have said.

The juvenile, who is suspected to be mentally ill, allegedly struck his granny with an iron bar on the head on 6 October. The old woman died on Friday from the injuries she sustained in the assault.

The local police spokesperson, Sergeant Eglon Nkala, said that, on the day of the incident, the boy left his bedroom hut at night and went to knock on his granny’s hut.

“He allegedly said he was afraid to sleep alone and asked his grandmother if she could let him spend the night in her hut. When the grandmother opened the door, the suspect allegedly strcuk her on the head with an iron rod and she collapsed,” Nkala said.

The suspect rushed to inform his mother of what he had done and the granny was taken to a local hospital.

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Her body has since been taken to a local mortuary, pending a post mortem. Nkala said although it was suspected that the boy was mentally ill, it would be up to medical authorities and the courts to ascertain his mental state.

Khuvutlu Water Consulting Engineer´s project manager, Ntshavheni Nefale (left) busy disconnecting illegal water pipes, while Capt Thomas Sinthumule (right) of the Mphephu police looks on.

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12 11 November 2011 Agricultural

Prestigious award for Green Farms Nuts The Department of Trade and Industry awarded Green Farms Nut Company (Pty) Ltd. the Productivity SA trophy for outstanding achievement in productivity improvement in the category Corporate Sector Limpopo.

The award was presented recently during a prestigious ceremony.

Productivity SA is an organization affiliated to the department and offers a training programme to assist industries to become world-class performers. Manuel Netili, manager of the programme in Limpopo, says the objective is to add value to South African raw materials at a price that will keep it competitive in the world market.

The programme is particularly well received by industry in Limpopo.

“Our partnership with our excellent suppliers is the backbone of our company and we strive continuously to provide a better service to farmers at the best possible price,” said Jill White, CEO of Green Farms Nut Company (Pty) Ltd.

Staff members celebrated with one of the loyal employees of Musina Municipality, 65-year-old Elina Muleya (middle with traditional attire), who recently retired. Muleya, commonly known as Makhulu (granny) worked for the Technical Department for many years until she became a floor technician for the mayor’s office when she retired.

All workers in the industry, from floor staff to top management, are involved in the productivity improvement programme offered by Productivity SA, which recently landed Green Farms Nut Company (Pty) Ltd. the prestigious trophy for “outstanding achievement in productivity improvement.” In the picture, staff members proudly display the award.

By Peter Muthambi

Thirteen murder suspects out on bail Thirteen residents of Chavani village, who were arrested for allegedly stoning Mr Calvin Mukwevho to death a fortnight ago, are now out on bail.

They all appeared in the Waterval Regional Court and were released on bail of R1 000 each.

The 35-year-old Mr Mukwevho was allegedly stoned to death by members of the community, who accused him of killing Mr Joseph Chavani (55).

This comes after Chavani was found dead at his house in the

village three weeks ago. It is said that residents were furnished with the information of what had happened and who the suspect was.

They allegedly decided to take the law into their own hands, claiming that the police were doing nothing to solve the crime.

They allegedly tied Mukwevho's hands together with a rope and stoned him to death.

Mukwevho was a resident of Mbhokota village.

The case was postponed to 12 December.

The court was packed to capacity during the court proceedings.

Chavani residents, who came in numbers, demanded that the accused be given bail. Mukwevho's sister, Tshiwela, said that she suspected something was wrong because her family was not consulted or told about the court date. "We did not know that the accused were appearing in court today. This is shocking news to us as the family. We should have been told about the court date," she said.

Grade 7 pupils at Manzere Primary School in Shayandima were bidden farewell during a function held at For a Change Hotel on Friday. In the picture are happy pupils who excelled in their quarterly examinations and their teachers.

By Victor Hlungwani

Thee music awards for Thomas Chauke For what seems like a lifetime achievement, musician Thomas Chauke won three awards during the SABC Munghana Lonene Xitsonga Music Awards at the Nkowankowa Stadium outside Tzaneen last week.

The awards were jointly sponsored by the Mopane District Municipality, with the aim of promoting and encouraging all musicians who are singing in Xitsonga. Since the inception of the awards in 2002, Chauke has already won 10 awards. He has become the most recognisable face of Xitsnoga traditional music in a career that has

spanned three decades.

The acting station managerof Mughana Lonene, Lawrence Ubisi, said the station was very gratefully towards the Mopane District Municipality for joining them in holding the event. “We have agreed with the district [municipality] that we are going to have such awards in the next two years. Our aim here is to empower our artists and encourage them to work hard,” said Ubisi.

Chauke said he was not happy about music piracy that has been hitting South African artists "and left them paralysed. I would like to urge government to interfere to fight music piracy because artists are now losing lots of revenue in the industry,” said Chauke Chauke was awarded an honourary doctorate by the University of Venda in May 2010 for his contribution to Xitsonga music in South Africa.

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11 November 2011 13

By Frank Mavhungu

Development Stars kick Darkies out of KO

Vhembe District Municipality Mayor Cllr Florence Dzhombere met with a traditional leader Chief Vho Kennedy Tshivhase to talk about rural development issues. Photographed during the visit were, from left, Khosi Vho-Abraham Ramugondo, Thulamela Mayor Cllr Grace Mahosi, Chief Kennedy Tshivhase, Executive Mayor Cllr Florence Dzhombere and Vhembe District's Chief Whip, Cllr Tshifhiwa Dali.

For the 40th anniversary of Mapakophele Primary School, Mr Amie Chhaya of Louis Trichardt donated maize meal to assist with the celebration.To his right are staff members M.S.Ramapala and M. Mulabisani, who expressed their profound appreciation for the donation.

Chhaya was handed a praise poem in return.The poem hailed him as a Golden Man, a Generous Man and a Living Hero of the school.

By Kaizer Nengovhela

Total top 18 cup fixtures The top 18 teams will compete for a place in the next round of the Safa Vhembe Total Cup tomorrow.

The fixtures are: Bungeni Stadium: Tshifhire Northern Brothers vs Makhitha Oscar Stars; Muthelo FC vs Phadziri and Vhulaudzi United Brothers vs Matanda Golden Arrows. Louis Trichardt

Show Grounds: Musina United vs Joe Express and Tshakhuma RO United vs Rockers. Tshifulanani Stadium: Matsakali Sky Rangers vs Jerome River Bank; Mukula Young Santos vs Makwarela Development; Dumasi All Stars vs Ngwenani Young Chiefs and Mianzwi Green Hornet vs Mulodi Freedom Birds.

The legendary reggae artist, Colbert Mukwevho, performed in Louis Trichardt recently. In between his performances he decried the spread of piracy and the government´s attitude towards this crime. He says government must tackle the problem of piracy head-on and stop being lax with criminals.

Makwarela Development Stars Stars introduced Xolile Lobelo the ball within the box and the booked a place in the last-16 at the expense of Tshilidzi Ngo- referee awarded a penalty. Tshilistage of the Total Soccer Chal- beni in the 68th minute. lo Mufamadi scored the equaliser lenge by beating Khubvi DanDarkies increased the tally from the white spot. Developgerous Darkies 3-2 at Tshifu- moments thereafter when Tshi- ment Stars scored the winner via lanani Stadium on Saturday. lilo Mudzanani scored after a Collins Madlalati, seven minutes Development Stars were scramble within the box. before the final whistle. strong at the forefront, while A defender of Darkies handled Darkies managed to control the midfield.

It took Development Stars 40 solid minutes to open their account.

Collins Madlalati went loose from the centre of the pitch and beat the keeper with a half volley.

Dangerous Darkies looked dangerous in the opening minutes ofthe last stanza. They were awarded a penalty nine minutes into the second half after a defender of Stars, Tshililo Mufamadi, handled the ball within his own penalty box. Dakalo Mukondeleli made no mistake Vusani Mbobvu of Development (left) and Mulalo Mulovhedzi of Darkies from the penalty spot. chase the outgoing ball.

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14 11 November 2011

By Frank Mavhungu

By Frank Mavhungu

Santos boot out Experience

Young Chiefs through to top 16 of Total Challenge

Tshifudi XI Experience will not participate in the next stage of the Total Soccer Challenge. They were booted out of the competition by Mukula Young Santos, who beat them 3-1 at Tshifulanani Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

The Santos playmaker, Phathutshedzo Takalani, could not live up to his fans’ expectations as he was tightly marked. The referee, Mr Pollen Sibara, flashed the first yellow card in the 28th minute. Khumbulo Nemakonde of XI Experience ignored the referee’s whistle and Sibara was quick to reprimand him with a card.

No goals were scored in the first half. Gudani Mashau of Santos was brought down within the penalty

After beating United Artists 5-4 on utes before the end of the first half. in the 74th minute. He headed home after a Saturday, Ngwenani Young Chiefs Waterfall continued to control the game corner kick. Young Chiefs started to apply booked a place in the last-16 stage of in the last half, but they were unlucky. delaying tricks after realizing that Waterthe Total Soccer Challenge by beating Young Chiefs capitalized on that and fall were coming back strongly. Waterfall Tshikundamalema Waterfall 2-1 at the increased the margin in the 56th minute. lost hope when they were reduced to 10 Tshifulanani Stadium the following day. Their second goal was an honour to Ren- men, following Murendeni Netshiungani’s Waterfall had themselves to blame for dani Dzivhani, who scored with a volley. dismissal later in the game. the poor result. They soon realized that it Waterfall reduced one via Seani Senegisi was not their day when they missed a fortune in the eighth minute.

A defender of Young Chiefs, Norman Mulovhedzi, handled the ball within his own penalty area. Referee Christopher Mugeri awarded a penalty, but Ndivhuwo Tshivhase caused an upset when his ground cutter hit the woodwork and bounced outside the pitch for a goal kick.

That was an insult to the strikers of Young Chiefs. They responded by scoring a beautiful goal through Rendani Dzivhani in the 19th minute. He forced his way through the de- Tshifhiwa Nedzamba of Young Chiefs (left) hooks the ball, while Seani Seregisi of Waterfall is fence of Waterfall and attempting to block the way. unleashed from within NFD League the box. Ndivhuwo Tshivhase of Waterfall was cautioned for a dangerous tackle on Thendo Mukumela three min- Dynamos’ chances for taking of ball possession, the scoreboard neighbours, Mpumalanga Black the league title to Giyani at the was still blank at the end of the Aces, 3-0.

FC AK continued to collect end of the National First Divi- match. Dynamos are now lying sion season are fast becoming in the ninth position on the log, vital points, following their 1-0 slim. following a string of poor results. victory over Atlie FC at the They dropped more league Carara Kicks shared the spoils Eldorado Park Stadium. Chippa points last weekend when they with the title chasers, Thanda United donated points to Bay played to a goalless draw against Royal Zulu, at the Charles Mo- United. They lost 1-2 at the Witbank Spurs at the Puma pedi Stadium. They scored one Old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Rugby Stadium in Witbank. goal apiece. United FC shocked Polokwane.

Vasco da Gama lost 1-3 to FC The visitors from Giyani University of Pretoria when wasted numerous scoring op- they held them to a goalless Cape Town and the pace setters, portunities in the game. Although draw at the Botshabelo Stadium, Blackburn Rovers, lost 0-1 to Dynamos were superior in terms while Sevutsa Stars crushed their African Warriors.

area and it was a clear penalty for Santos. Phathutshedzo Takalani converted from the white spot.

XI Experience effected the first change to their starting lineup seven minutes into the last half.

Experience’s second goal came in the 64th minute. Ritshidze Mufunwaini dribbled past three Experience defenders in a row and scored easily. They were, however, reduced to 10 men when Ndwakhulu Makungo was given his marching orders for a dangerous tackle on Gudani Mashau. Santos put matters beyond doubt when Ritshidze Mufunwaini beat the keeper with a ground cutter. A substitute, Litshani Phasani, scored the only goal for Experience in the 85th minute.

The goal scorers for Santos, Phathutshedzo Takalani (left) and Ritshidze Mufunwaini (two goals).

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NOTICE IN TERMS OF SECTION 29 OF THE ADMINISTRATION OF DECEASED ESTAET ACT In the estate matter of late Gerison Nthambeleni Phophi of PietBooi, Who died on: 11th day of July 2011, Master’s Ref: 1645/2011 - Thohoyandou Notice is hereby given in terms of the above menNOTICE IN TERMS tioned act that First and OF SECTION 35 Kindly be informed that the Final Liquidation and DisFirst and Final Liquidation tribution account shall be and Distribution Account available for inspection in respect of the Late Mr at the Mater’s Office and Bongwe Tshino Solomon Executrix Attorney’s office shall lie in inspection at the for 30 days from date of Master’s Office at Limpopo this publication.

High Court Thohoyandou Dated at Thohoyandou on for a period of 30 days this 7th day of November calculated from the the date 2011 of this publication. Dated TA Netshinombelo Atat Thohoyandou on this torneys, 07th day of November 2011 Executrix Attorneys Madala Phillip Attorneys No: 29 Luvhengo Complex Executrix Attorneys, Thohoyandou. P O Box Office no: 84, Block C, P 3986, Louis Trichardt, O Box 3411, Thohoyan- 0920, Tel/Fax: 015 962 dou, 0950 5605, Cell: 082 595 1587 Tel/Fax: 015 962 2230 Ref: MAD/BONGWE/ MAKHADO LANDEST:088 USE SCHEME, 2009 NOTICE IN TERMS OF SECTION 35 Kindly be informed that the First and Final Liquidation and Distribution Account in respect of the Late Mr Tshishonga Nelson Nditsheni shall lie in inspection at the Master’s Office at Limpopo High Court Thohoyandou for a period of 30 days calculated from the the date of this publication.

Dated at Thohoyandou on this 07th day of November 2011 Madala Phillip Attorneys Executrix Attorneys, Office no: 84, Block C, P O Box 3411, Thohoyandou, 0950 Tel/Fax: 015 962 2230 Ref: MAD/Tshishonga/ EST:084 NOTICE IN TERMS OF SECTION 29(1) OF THE ADMINISTRATION ESTATE ACT NO. 66 OF 1965 In the estate of the late: R A M A D O L E L I N YELISANI PHINEUS, Identity number: 400221 5345085 an adult male person who was residing at Duthuni Village, Thulamela Municipality in the district Vhembe and who died on the 04 day of September 2011. Master’s Ref number: 1857/2011 All persons having claims against and in favour of the above mentioned estate are required to lodge their claims and pay what they owe the estate to the undersigned within thirty (30) days after the date of publication.

Dated at Thohoyandou on the 19 day October 2011.

Maungedzo Attorneys Executrix Attorneys Office no: 12, BINDULAVHATHU Building, Behind CTM Store, Thohoyandou CBD P O Box 6771, Thohoyandou, 0950

AMENDMENT SCHEME 27 It is hereby notified that an application has been made in terms of Section 56(1) (b)(i) of the Town and Town Planning Ordinance, 1986 (Ordinance 15 of 1986) by the firm Fulwana Planning Consultants for the amendment of the Makhado Land-Use Scheme, 2009, by rezoning of Erf 968 Louis Trichardt from “Residential 1” to “Residential 3” simultaneously with clause 22 applications for the relaxation of density from 45 to 65 units per hectare in order to erect 18 Town Houses. The application and the relevant documents are open for inspection at the office of the Manager: Town Planning services, First Floor, Municipal Offices, Louis Trichardt, for the period of 28 days from the 11th of November 2011.

Objection to the application must be lodged with or made in writing to the Municipal manager, at the above/mentioned address or to P O Box 96, Louis Trichardt, 0920 for the period of 28 days from the 11th of November 2011. Address of authorised agent: Fulwana Planning Consultants, P. O. Box 55980, Polokwane, 0700. Tel: (015) 297 6060, Fax 086 663 5119/015 297 4040 MAKHADO LANDUSE SCHEME, 2009 WYSINGSKEMA 27 Hiermee word bekend gemaak dat ingevolge die bepalings van artikel 56(1) (b)(i) van die Dorpsbeplannings en Dorpe Ordonnansie, 15 van 1986 aansoek gedoen is deur die firma Fulwana Planning Consultants vir die wysiging van die Makhado Land-Use Scheme, 2009, duer die horsonering van Erf 968 Louistrichardt, van “Residensieel 1” na

“Residensieel 3” en Klosure 22, toesteming van 65 U/Ha om 18 gewoonlike eenheiel tele. Die ansoek en die betrokke dokumente le ter insae in die kantoor van die Munisipale Kantore, Die Bestuurde Stadbeplaning, eerste vloer, Louis Trichardt en die ondergetekende nie later nie as 28 dae vanaf 11 November 2011. Besware teen die aansoek kan Skriftelik by die Munisipal Bestuurder by bovermelde adres of Posbus 96, Louis Trichardt, 0920, ingedien en moet die kantoor nie later as 28 dae vanaf 11 November 2011.

Adres van gemagtigde agent: Fulwana Planning Consultants, Posbus 55980, Polokwane, 0700.

Tel: (015) 297 6060, Fax: 086 663 5119/015 297 4040

NOTICE OF ACCOUNT LYING FOR INSPECTION Liquidation and Distribution account in deceased estate lying for inspection in the estate of the late: TSHITHUDIVHA NORAH MULAUDZI, Estate No. 644/2011, Identity number: 630802 0908 084, Last address: 542 MULEDANE BLOCK J, THOHOYANDOU The first and final liquidation account in the estate will be open for inspection for period 21 (twenty one) days at the offices of the Master of the Limpopo High Court, Thohoyandou after date of publication hereof. WISANI BALOYI ATTORNEYS, Old Mutual Building, Thohoyandou, 0950

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LIMPOPO MIRROR

16 11 November 2011

By Kaizer Nengovhela

Makhitha Oscar Stars through to the next round of the Safa Vhembe Total Cup A tough Safa Vhembe Total Cup match played at the Louis Trichardt Show Grounds on Sunday between Western Stars and Makhitha Oscar Stars ended in 1-all draw at the end of regular time.

Oscar won the match 9-8 after a

tense penalty shoot-out.

The match started at a fast pace.

Oscar missed a fortune in the 15th minute, when their striker, Ntungufhadzeni Masinga, beat the goalkeeper, but shot wide with an empty net in front of him.

The match turned lukewarm towards the end of the first half. This was influenced by the fact that both sides were holding on the ball for too long. Western Stars scored via their lethal striker, Percy “Quantum” Munonoka. He finish off a square ball from his younger brother, Robby Munonoka.

In the second half, both teams’ strikers missed the target. Oscar found the equaliser in the 75th minute.

Ntungufhadzeni Masinga made no mistake after receiving a neat pass from Dalton Rambuda within the box.

Stars introduced Vila Nndwambi for Orson Tambani in the 78th minute.

The introduction did not change the complexion of the match as both team were playing the same pattern.

In the last five minutes, Western Stars attacked Oscar’s goal several times, but could not break the deadlock.

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Percy Munonoka jumps high to head the ball and Nthabiseng Makgopo is ready to defend.

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LIMPOPO MIRROR

11 November 2011 17

By Elmon Tshikhudo

Mamathiliedzha’s pupils excel in reading Pupils of Mamathiliedzha Primary School at Mangondi outside Thohoyandou recently made a lasting impression on the parents. This was during a reading session hosted for parents at the school.

The reading session is part of the Ana Intravention programme introduced by the Department of Education, to assist pupils in improving their reading and

numeracy skills. Those who performed well were given certificates as motivation.

During the event, 13 disadvantaged pupils also received clothing that was donated by different businesses in Thohoyandou.

Cllr David Mamushiana and the circuit manager, Mr Mboneni Rambani, handed out the clothing to the pupils.

Mr Mbangiseni Nengwenani,

principal of the school, said they had taken a decision that no pupils should leave the school without being able to read and write.

“Since the inception of the programme, we have witnessed a tremendous improvement in reading among learners. We will continue motivating our learners to take up reading as a hobby,” he said.

Staff members with exeptionally long, uninterrupted service received recognition during the annual prize-giving event at Makhado Beer Distributors (MBD) in Louis Trichardt this week. At the back, from left, are Joseph Mudzusi (25 years), Samson Matari and Elias Mudau (20 years), Johan van Niewenhuizen (distribution mananger at MBD) and Eugene Maree (warehouse manager, MBD). In front are Edward Muvulahwa and Edward Hlungwane (20 years). Absent: Simon Khoza (20 years).

The Makhado Municipality hosted a beauty contest for elderly people at the caravan park in Louis Trichardt last Saturday. Posing for a photo are, from left, Cllr Dzawele Ratshikuni, Mrs Tshinakaho Magidi (second princess), Mrs Sami Khavhagi (Miss Makhado Golden Girl), Mrs Happy pupils display their certificates and new clothing during the event. Some dignitaries, who Annah Makhetha (first princess), Mrs Vukisa Baloyi and Cllr Shonisani Sinyosi. included the ward councillor, traditional leadership and circuit manager, attended the event.

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LIMPOPO MIRROR

18 11 November 2011

By Kaizer Nengovhela

Do Light Transport will continue to sponsor Pool teams affiliated to the Do Light Transport Pool Association in the Nzhelele area shared R23 000 during the prize-giving ceremony held at Ramavhoya on Saturday.

Mr Peter Mukwevho, manager of Do Light Transport, said that his company had been sponsoring the league since 2009. He indicated that the relationship between his company and the

league will remain intact “until death do us part.” He said that they were committed to assisting the league, “come rain or sunshine”. Mukwevho revealed that they will continue to sponsor the league as he was impressed by the support his business was getting from the community. He pledged to increase the sponsorship on condition that they received sufficient support from

the local community. The chairperson of the Do Light Pool Associaton, Mr Gerson Muravha, said that no amount of words could express his appreciation for what Do Light Bus company was doing for them. He appealed to other businesspeople to follow Do Light Transport’s example.

He addded that “it is brutal for businesspeople to enrich themselves at the expense of the people and do nothing in return towards the development of the area.”

The champions, Nandi’s Pool Club, received R5 200 and a floaing trophy. The runnersup, Well Done Pool Club, received R4 700 and a trophy, while the Photographed during the ceremony are, from left, Ms Azwindini third prize of R3 700 Mukwevho, Khakhathi Mukwevho (Do Light Transport), Ronewa went to Tshithuni. The Maphaha(captain of Nandi’s Pool Club), Gerson Muravha (chairperson fourth-placed Sendedza received R3 500. of the association )and Phineus Managa.

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Barefoot pupils are happy to receive their kit. Sharing their joy are, from left, deputy school principal Mr Mulatedzi Mukhumo, principal Mr Mphedziseni Ligaraba, Ms Tshilidzi Ravhuanzwo, sponsor, and Mr Samson Booi, soccer coach at the school.

By Elmon Tshikhudo

Politician donates soccer kit to school She taught at an impoverished primary school for years.

When the political bug bit her, she left teaching and followed a political career. She is now a member of the Limpopo Legislature on a Congress of the People’s ticket.

She is aware of the difficulties that are faced by rural pupils...

COPE MPL Tshilidzi Ravhu­ anzwo has not forgotten her roots. When she got the chance, she ploughed back into her former school, Maniini Primary School. Last week she went back to her school and donated a soccer kit to empoverished

boys.

Handing over the kit, the politician made it clear that the kit was not a political point scoring. “I am a politician, but this has nothing to do with politics. I used to be a teacher here and I know the situation,” she said.

Ravhuanzwo said sport had a special place in her heart.

“I studied sport at college and I know what sport does to a human being. This is a way of promoting the spirit of sportsmanship in pupils,” she said.

She said pupils who were participating in sport tended to perform better in class. “There

is a lot of talent in the rural areas. It needs to be nurtured and, who knows, we might have some stars unearthed from this part of the country,” she said.

She added that she would not only focus on soccer, but would also look at other sporting codes such as rugby and tennis.

Receiving the kit, the deputy principal at the school, Mr Mulatedzi Mukhumo, said it was always demotivating for the pupils to play other schools barefoot. He said the school was poor as many parents were not employed and many families in the village were headed by children.

By Silas Nduvheni

“Teaching is a noble profession” - PEU Members of the Vhembe Professional Educators Union (PEU) were urged to work hard and regard teaching as a “noble profession” to help improve the lives of the children they taught.

This was said by PEU Provincial Labour Chairperson Mr Klaas Mohlatlole during the Zoutpansberg West District’s gala evening, held in Kennigton Lodge on Saturday evening.

More than 50 members of PEU converged to discuss educational matters, including the rights of teachers and how best they can promote effective teaching.

They also agreed to organize a meeting very soon where labour representatives from the union, representatives of the Department of Education and parents will discuss ways of improving matric results in their respective schools. “We have, through our union, reinstated some of the teachers who were unfairly dismissed and we urged teachers to register with our union. Teachers have to plan their work of teaching pupils because with planning they will teach valuable lessons,” said Mohlatlole.

One of the retired members of PEU, Ms Shilenge Mokgadi, who

retired after 46 years of services as a professional teacher, said she was over the moon to find herself retired but still a member of PEU. Shilenge encouraged the active members of PEU to work hard and make the teaching profession a dignified job where teachers are not involved with falling in love with learners they teach, don’t smoke and drink alcohol in front of learners.

“In our day, the teaching profession was a dignified one and pupils used to respect us. Pupils were scared to do wrong things in front of us as we showed them the good way,” said Shilenge.

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Some of the members of the Vhembe PEU photographed during the gala evening.

LIMPOPO MIRROR

11 November 2011 19

By Elmon Tshikhudo

Athletics

Musina’s golden gogo best in SA A 71-year-old gogo from Musina made everyone proud when she won a gold medal during the national Golden Games that were held recently in Bloemfontein.

Gogo Elsie Sebola became the overall winner in the 100m, outrunning more than 200 competitors during the competition.

The competition, organised

by Sports and Recreation SA, is aimed at encouraging healthy lifestyles for the aged. Elsie’s fame dates back when she won the Vhembe District and Limpopo Provincial competitions,

giving her an opportunity to participate in the national competition in Bloemfontein. She is a member of the Musina Gogo Getters group, which encourages healthy living among the elderly. Elsie says she knew she was going to win because she is full of courage and does everything wholeheartedly. “During the district competitions, I told my colleagues that I am going to win and the same went on with the provincial competitions. I will continue making my community proud because I am prepared to scoop more awards in

future. Since I started engaging myself in athletics three years ago, I no longer suffer from illnesses and it keeps me healthy and strong.”

She encourages other senior citizens to take part in sports.

“Sports builds friendship, keeps us healthy and unifies us.”

Mayor Carol Phiri says she is proud of Elsie’s achievement.

“Young people should learn from her that sports keep us fit and healthy. We are very proud of this old lady and we have no doubt that she will keep on putting us on the map.”

Gogo Elsie Sebola (71) is congratulated by Musina Municipality´s sports officer, Nyarai Ngobeli (left), after her achievement in Bloemfontein.

Cycling

Cyclists to highlight climate change Seventeen cyclists departed on Wednesday morning on their bicycles from the Beit Bridge border post in Musina on their way to Durban in a bid to raise awareness about environmental and climate-change issues.

The cyclists will also supply information regarding the COP (Conference of Parties) 17 conference, which will be held in Durban from 28 November to 9 December. This is the conference of the states that have signed on for the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).The parties have been meeting annually to assess progress in dealing with climate change since 1995.

The cyclists are expected to arrive in Durban on 25 November.

The Southern Africa Catholic

Bishops Conference (SACBC) Justice and Peace Department has organised buses from different locations in the country that will arrive in Durban on the morning of 25 November in order to welcome the cyclists.

The cyclists, who will cycle a total distance of 1 335km from Musina, were bidden farewell

by Musina Mayor Carol Phiri.

She praised their dedication and encouraged community members to care for the environment and to support the COP 17 Conference.

“Even though environmental issues like pollution and global warming are big problems, there are lots of little things we can do to pitch in and keep the planet healthy. As communities, I believe we have the responsibility to teach our people to care for our

world," she added.

Father Mike Deeb of the SACBC says the cyclists will travel for a total of 17 days.

“They will also rest 17 times in 17 towns to highlight these environmental issues. We have done all the preparations for this trip and we will arrive in Durban as planned.”

One of the cyclists is 70-yearold Victor Coutries from Jabulani in Soweto, who has been a professional cyclist for the past 30 years.

“All the cyclists are ready and we have trained hard for this haul.

We have no doubt that our trip will assist in highlighting the issues of environmental awareness and the promotion of the COP 17 Conference,” he said.

Musician gives advice to youngsters Well-known reggae and gos- suffering today, while the pirates continue serving the interests of pel artist Justice Mbedzi has are smilling all the way to the the disadvantaged in the comproved that it is never too late bank,” he said. munity. “We have changed many to learn and make up for lost The director of the Mvelaphan- lives in the community. Some of time. da Community Skills Develop- those who had given up in life Mbedzi, or Just Ice to many ment Centre, Ms Esther Mush- had their didgnity restored after of his fans, received a diploma aathama, said the centre would- studying here,” she said. in Information Technology at the Mvelaphanda Community Skills Development Training Centre the weekend.

He was among the more than 300 recipients of diplomas and certificates and other qualifications during the ceremony.

Mbedzi (25) says piracy will soon drive many artists from the music business. He said his academic qualification was a preparation for any eventuality and future.The 2010 SATMA-award nominee said it had become very difficult to make a living out of music.

"The once glamarous music industry is on the brink of closure; there is no more money in Musician Justice Mbedzi is being congratulated by the director of the industry. Those who Mushaathama Community Skills Development Training Centre, Ms sweat to make music are Esther Mushaathama.

By Kaizer Nengovhela

Two drowning victims buried at Tshiozwi Grieving mourners from around Vhembe and pupils from the Tshiozwi and Mukwudwana Primary Schools wept profusely as the coffins of two young girls, Samaria Raphunga and Mapula Raphulu (11), were lowered. The two girls drowned in a stream near Tshiozwi a week ago.

During the funeral ceremony, the circuit manager of Soutpansberg West, Ms Mashudu Makatu, urged the community to stand up and fight to ensure that the lives of children are safe.

She appealed to the local community to give the families the necessary support while they go through this ordeal.

Local community members who came to comfort the family felt they had to do something to help and the ward councillor and civic decided to approach different funeral undertakers for assistance.

They were warmly welcomed by Nzheleles, Fhatuwani and Tshitshithe funeral undertakers, who agreed to bury the childrens free of charge.

By Peter Muthambi

Food poisoning claims two lives

Residents of Mavhunga village in the Nzhelele area got the shock of their lives when two family members died, allegedly from food poisoning.

This occurred a fortnight ago.

Mr Mbulungeni Mufandilani (50) and his seven-year-old nephew, Nkhumbuleni Makhado, are suspected to have died from eating poisoned food. Nkhumbuleni died at the scene while his grandfather, Mufandilani, died at Siloam Hospital.

Confirming the incident, W/O Lazarus Netshidzati said that the police had opened two inquest dockets, following the incident. "The two were taken to the Tshilidzini Hospital for a post mortem to be performed," he said. At the time of going to press, Netshidzati said that the cause of the deaths was not yet known.

He only highlighted that provisional post mortem results indicated that the cause of death might be poison. "The doctor, however, sent the samples to Pretoria for further forensic investigation. That is where we will then get the final results," he indicated.

Netshidzati warned residents as well as family Musina Mayor Carol Phiri bids farewell to some of the cyclists at the Beit Bridge Taxi Rank before they engage in their long haul from Musina to Durban. The cyclists are, from left,: Matema members not to point fingers. Both the deceased were laid to rest at Ha-Mavhunga cemetery.

Thosago (25), Victor Coutries (70) and Benedict Jackson (26).

They gave the family a coffin, a tombstone and a free funeral service.

Martha Raphulu, one of the mothers, said they were humbled by the gesture from the donors.

“We were confused and stranded after the tragic loss of our children and we did not know what to do," she added. Martha thanked the people who had made contributions during the funeral.

TOO LATE FOR CLASSIFICATION THOHOYANDOU AMENDMENT SCHEME 581 Tshilidzi Nelwamondo, agent of the owner of Erf 581 Thohoyandou Township measuring 675 metre sqaure, hereby give notice in terms of Section Section 56(1)(b)(i) of the Town Planning and Townships Ordinance, 1986 (Ordinance 15 of 1986) for the amendment of the Thulamela Town-planning Scheme, 2010 in operation by the rezoning of the property(ies) described above, situated at Thohoyandou F. Particulars of the application will lie for inspection during normal office hours at the relevant office of: Thulamela Municipality, Senior Manager Development Planning, Room 334, Private Bag X 5066, Thohoyandou, 0950 for a period of 28 days from 07 November 2011.

Objections to or representations in respect of the application must be lodged with or made in writing to above address or the authorized agent address provided below. Address of authorized agent: Physical address: 40 Jubilee Creek, Bendor, Polokwane, 0699. Postal address P O Box 15153, Flora Park, o699, Telephone No:

0833582670.

KHUMBELO YA U SHANDIKISA KUSHUMISELE KWA MAVU NGA KHETHEKANYO 56 (1)(B)(I) YA TOWN PLANNING AND TOWNSHIPS ORDINANCE, 1986 (ORDINANCE 15 OF 1986), Ndivhadzo ya itwaho nga Tshilidzi Nelwamondo wa Nelphat cc, vho imela muiti wa tshanduko ya kushimusale kwa mavu kha Erf 581 Thohoyandou F, uri huvhe ha dzinndu dzo tanganelanaho. Vhane vha takalelea u vhala ngaha khumbelo iyi manwalo ayo akhou wanala ofisini ya minigere muhulwane wa kudzudzanyele na mvelaphanda, Masipala wa Thulamela, Thohoyandou ubva nga dzi 07 Lara 2011.

Manwalo aya ado wanala lwa tshifhinga tshi edanaho maduvha a 28, Vha ne vha vha na mbilaelo kana nga iyi khumbelo vha nwalele masipala wa Thulamela kha Diresi itevhelaho, P O box 5006, Thohoyandou, 0950. Mbilaelo dzi do tanganedzwa lwa maduvha a 28 ubva khau andadzwa ha iyi khumbelo. Diresi ya feme yo itaho khumbelo ino ndi P O box 15153, flora park, 0669, 40 Jubilee Creek, Bendor, 0699.

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20 11 November 2011

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By Frank Mavhungu

Heric in legal wrangle?

The newly appointed head coach of Black Leopards, Mr Vladislav Heric, could soon find himself in a tense legal battle with his former employers, African Warriors Football Club, over a breach of contract.

Heric was appointed head coach of Leopards three weeks ago. He was the head coach of the National First Division side, African Warriors, before joining Leopards.

The chairman for Warriors, Mr Jabu Khumalo, went public this week, saying his legal advisor was busy preparing a letter of demand for Heric.

According to Khumalo, Heric entered into a oneyear contract with his club when he joined them early this season.

Khumalo revealed that Heric greatly shocked Coach Vladislav Heric.

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everyone in the club when he resigned as the head coach three weeks ago.

Khumalo reiterated the fact that Heric would be served with a letter of demand in a matter of days.

When asked what the letter of demand was about, Khumalo said that he had a strong feeling that Heric must pay for a breach of contract. When asked how much they were demanding from the Serbian-born coach, Khumalo said that his legal advisor was busy working on the detail.

When approached for comment, Heric said that he was not aware of Khumalo’s intention to sue him.

Mzikayise Mashaba of Free State Stars gets a shot past Ernort Dzaga He indicated that he would only comment on the of Black Leopards in their Premier League match at the Peter Mokaba matter after receiving the letter of demand. Heric Satdium last Wednesday evening. Leopards lost the match 1-3. ©Chris watched helplessly from Ricco/Backpagepix. the bench as Lidoda Duvha lost 1-5 to Mamelodi Sundowns and 1-3 to Free State Stars at the Loftus Stadium in Pretoria and Peter Mokaba Stadium respectively two weeks ago.

It remains to be seen whether Heric will be able to change Leopards’ fortunes.

The only Absa Premiership side in Limpopo has managed to win only one of the 10 league encounters they have played to date.

Heric is adamant that things will soon change for the better in their Mahlatse Maake of Black Leopards battles for the ball with Katlego Mashego of Free State Stars at the Peter Mokaba Stadium last Wednesday. Stars beat Leopards 3-1. ©Chris Ricco/ camp Backpagepix.

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