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To deploy or not to deploy?

Makhado Municipality fails to appoint senior directors since 2018 the position of Makhado’s MM has been vacant, with the municMakhado Municipality has not ipality’s chief financial officer, Mr appointed senior managers in Kent Nemaname, acting as MM certain departments since 2018, since December 2020. Because of despite legislation stating that the void this caused in the finance such posts must be filled in three department, Mr Godfrey Raliphada months. This, many believe, has was appointed as acting CFO at the caused a system where people time. Apart from this, the position who are not suitably qualified and of director of technical services who are not empowered to make has been vacant since 1 June 2018. decisions are occupying senior The post of director of community positions in the municipality. services has been vacant since 14 November 2018, while the position Currently, all five posts of direcof director of corporate services has tors, as well as that of the municipal been vacant since 1 August 2019. manager (MM), are vacant, with The post of director of town planpeople acting in those positions. ning and development has been Opposition parties and pressure vacant since 1 November 2018. groups are of the opinion that these positions will not be filled until Regarding the appointment of such time as the internal struggles acting directors and acting municwithin the ANC have been sorted ipal managers, the Municipal Sysout. The region and its people are tems Act of 2000 (MSA) stipulates “held to ransom” while the parthat no MM or senior official can ty-political games continue. be appointed in an acting capacity The feeling is also that the inabil- for more than three months, unless ity to fill these important posts has their acting period is extended by severely affected service delivery the MEC for Cooperative Govand may be an underlying cause for ernment, Human Settlement and protest action, such as being experi- Traditional Affairs (COGSTHA) by enced in towns such as Musina. a further three months.

Following the resignation of the late Mr Freddy Tshivhengwa, (Continues on page 2)

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Makhado unable to fill the senior positions

The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment Affairs, Barbara Creecy (in the middle) is joined by MEC for LEDET, Thabo Mokone on the left, and the Chief Whip for Collins Chabane Municipality, Thina Mbedzi, on the right during a tree-planting ceremony at the Mulenzhe Clinic. Photo: Silas Nduvheni.

Minister urges Collins Chabane municipality to start cleaning up the litter

Chabane, while Ba-Phalaborwa Local Municipality received a waste The Collins Chabane Local compactor truck and a TLB. Municipality was one of the Upon handing over the fleet, beneficiaries of the Department Minister Creecy strongly suggested of Forestry, Fisheries and Envithat the Collins Chabane Local ronmental Affairs’ R44,5 million Municipality immediately start National Waste Collection and attending to the many complaints Landfill Management Fleet inter- her office had received about vention, involving 19 municipali- littering and uncontrolled waste ties across the country. dumps around the flagship Kruger Minister of Forestry, Fisheries National Park. and the Environment Ms Barbara “We ask you to use these vehicles Creecy launched this intervention, to also regularly clean along the also known as the Yellow Fleet, Kruger National Park, so that on Monday at Mulenzhe Village. our domestic and international Collins Chabane local mayor Moses visitors can see that we are proud Maluleke and Thovhele Nkhaneof our natural assets and our major ni Ramovha also attended the tourist attractions. We call upon the function. executive and local mayors to make The intervention seeks to the country proud by maintaining address waste-collection issues in these areas and ensuring they are unserviced areas, as well as illegal free from unsightly litter and illegal dumping and landfill operations in dumping, and that the landfill sites selected municipalities. To kickstart within your municipalities are proceedings, Creecy handed over properly managed. The vehicles one waste compactor truck and we provided should assist you in one skip loader truck to Collins achieving that success,” said Minister Creecy.

She also embarked on a Good Green Deeds clean-up campaign and took to the streets of Mulenzhe village, which leads to the Mulenzhe clinic, where a tree was planted.

Thovhele Ramovha was thankful for the Phone Frank: 082 969 3131 minister’s visit and the campaign to address waste management, and said he hoped to mobilise the communities around the 15 villages under the Mulenzhe Tribal Council to keep their places clean.

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(From page 1) The scenario that unfolded from this is that the Makhado Municipality now simply extends the term of every acting director’s post, and that of the MM, every three months. At present, the acting MM is Mr Kent Nemaname, while Mr N Dagada is acting director of corporate services, Mr G Ralishuku is acting director of technical services, Mr HJ Lukheli is acting director of community services, Mr Godfrey Raliphada is acting director of the budget and treasury and Mr RV Phalanndwa is acting director of development and planning.

Why these key positions are not being filled is reason for much debate, although some believe this is because the “right” persons have not applied for the positions or have not been identified yet.

One of the municipality’s fiercest critics regarding this issue is Mr Patrick Sikhutshi, chairman of the Zoutpansberg Community Development Forum (ZCDF). The forum has openly accused the municipality’s leadership of running a “jobs-for-pals” scheme. Sikhutshi also refers to the Makhado Municipality as a “captured municipality”.

He stated that the failure to make permanent appointments led to indecisiveness to implement progressive decisions. “Nobody has authority to take decisions. All of these acting directors believe that they are at the mercy of the politicians to secure their positions. Hence, the wrong decisions [are taken] all the time. Take for example the sale of parks. Council is not involved, but individuals run away with these processes without the knowledge of councillors,” said Sikhutshi.

DA ward councillor within the Makhado Municipality Pierre Smalle also voiced his concern about the situation.

Smalle said he thought the reason why these acting positions were not being filled was most probably because of internal political struggles and an ANC cadre-deploy-

Mr Kent Nemaname has been acting as MM since December 2020.

ment policy. “The reason for the long delay may be to allow people to act in positions that are closely aligned with the current political leadership and also to allow for other individuals who are currently still serving out their contracts at other municipalities to apply at Makhado Municipality (cadre deployment),” said Smalle.

Smalle also echoed Sikhutshi’s sentiments that the failure to fill these key positions in the municipality impacts negatively on service delivery.

“Having continuously acting managers, by not filling these vacancies with the requisite skillset, does enhance poor service delivery, as it has a direct impact on planning, daily management as well as accountability from lower structures or officials,” said Smalle.

When asked to explain why these key positions had not been filled, Makhado Municipality’s spokesperson, Mr Louis Bobodi, said the council had advertised the vacant positions of the different directors more than once. “…the recruitment process in terms of Section 57 of the MSA produced only one suitably qualifying candidate for development planning, who later declined to join the municipality,” said Bobodi. He also stated that the position of the MM had been advertised 14 days after the council had declared the vacancy and that they had received very few applications. “…only one qualifying candidate was selected, and we could not proceed with the interview with one qualifying candidate. When we advertised the vacant positions of the municipal manager and directors for the second time, they were supposed to be appointed for one-and-a-half years and the interest was low,” Bobodi said.

Sikhutshi, however, found believing that so few “qualified” individuals had applied for the positions and that so little interest existed difficult.

“The ZCDF does not concur that there are no suitable

Mr HJ Lukheli is acting director of community services.

This position has been vacant since November 2018.

candidates to fill these vacancies. At one stage, a certain Demana was successful in the interviews for the [post of ] director community services and ready to take up the job for the remaining 12 months of the council. Having wasted time and money, no appointment was done,” said Sikhutshi.

Another issue raised by Sikhutshi was that of the three-month extension period for senior officials in acting positions. “Section 57 of the Municipal Systems Act of 2000 is very clear. No director can act for more than three months. With the approval of the MEC [for Cooperative Government, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs], you can extend it for three more months, but no further than that. In Makhado, directors have been acting since 2018.

The SALGA guidelines are clear. With this in mind, the ZCDF believes the validity of these acting positions, including that of the municipal manager, is questionable,” said Sikhutshi.

Bobodi, however, disagreed that anything untoward exists regarding the continued extension of the three-month acting period. “It is our understanding that council has executive powers to make policy or take council resolutions that will make sure that there is no vacuum after the three-months extension by the MEC, and that is what council did in appointing the present acting municipal manager and acting directors. Please recheck the Act and you will find that it uses the word ‘may not’ be appointed for a period of more than three months, not ‘must not’,” Bobodi stated.

What Bobodi’s reference to semantics tried to prove was unclear. Adherence to legislation normally implies a respect for both the letter and the spirit of the law.

Smalle, however, also felt that the municipality was acting within the letter of the legislation regarding the continued extension of acting

Mr RV Phalanndwa is acting director of development and planning. This post has been vacant since November 2018.

periods. “But it is not ideal to operate in this way as it directly impacts on holding people accountable … This proves poor planning on the side of the ANC and the municipality, and has contributed to the instability of the municipality (for example non-delivery of water to residents and the failure of the municipality to monitor its service-level agreement with VDM),” Smalle said.

In trying to find a solution to the problem, Bobodi was asked by when these key vacant positions would be filled. “We are busy conducting interviews, and the three top candidates in each vacant position will be requested to go and write a competency test. We can expect that in July/ August there would be a municipal manager and his/her directors, provided they satisfy Section 56 and 57 of [the] MSA,” said Bobodi.

In the meantime, Sikhutshi is not holding his breath that competent appointments will be made. “The ZCDF has no doubt that the positions of directors are reserved for cronies in the employ of the municipality, as was done with [the] acting director [of ] corporate services. This will be done to serve the selfish interests of those they are indebted to. We do not need stooges in the positions of directors. We need independent thinkers who will insist on taking constitutionally correct decisions. The ZCDF believes that if we appoint wrong people, then voters are the losers, as is the case now,” said Sikhutshi. He concluded that the fact that the “greedy leadership here has lost focus” was disconcerting.

Questions about the current state of affairs at the Makhado Municipality were sent to COGSTHA’s provincial office last week. Although they acknowledged receipt of the question, they had yet to reply at the time of our going to press. This is one of the government departments known to be reluctant to respond to media enquiries.

Mr Godfrey Raliphada was appointed as acting CFO in December 2020. The post has still not been filled.

Mr G Ralishuku is acting director of technical services.

The post has been vacant since June 2018.

Vhembe TVET students rattled after series of break-ins

By Kaizer Nengovhela

Students at the Vhembe TVET College in Ha-Mashamba are still fearing for their safety, following a series of break-ins at a number of the tenants’ houses between 16 and 20 May. The victims were robbed of their belongings, and some got beaten up.

The robbers seem to know that the students own expensive phones, tablets, laptops, clothes, and money, making these their target and leaving the students feeling

vulnerable and afraid.

One of the victims, who wishes to remain anonymous, told the media how she and her roommate were robbed of cash, toiletries, mobile phones and other personal items.

“It was around 02:00 on 17 May when the door of our room was kicked open and a man stormed it. We were so terrified. When we looked closer, his accomplice was standing at the door. They demanded money,” she said.

While these two villains were ransacking their room, other

men were robbing a tenant in the next room. “They took his laptop, clothes, cellphones, cash and other valuable items,” she said. “We are worried about our safety and privacy. This is not the first incident.

Many attacks are happening in the college’s vicinity, where criminals target our residences.”

Another student said that three men appeared at the residential area where he lives at around 01:00 on Thursday morning (19 May). “I ran inside the house and locked myself in. There was a big commotion

outside at the other rooms, but I was helpless as I did not know what was happening,” he said.

Provincial police spokesperson Brig Motlafela Mojapelo confirmed that cases of robbery and assault had been opened. No arrests have been made so far, but a manhunt for the suspects was launched and investigations are continuing. The police called on those who may have information to please contact the nearest police station. “All information will be treated in the strictest confidence,” said Mojapelo.

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Lim’s first botanical garden launched in Thohoyandou The land, which now falls under the conservation estate The province’s first botanical of the country, was part of a garden, and only the 11th one land claim lodged by the Mphain the country, was officially phuli and Tshiluvhi commulaunched in Thohoyandou on nities, who were forcefully Sunday. The Thohoyandou removed from their land in the National Botanical Garden past. The communities agreed will add some 82 hectares of that the area could be used land to the gardens managed for such an initiative and were by the SA National Biodiverfinancially compensated for sity Institute (SANBI). their land.

These communities will Sunday’s ceremony was still have access to the ancesattended by the Minister of tral gravesites and ruins, and Forestry, Fisheries and Envia programme will be put in ronmental Affairs, Ms Barbara place to ensure that historical Creecy. She described the event acknowledgement is done as a milestone in conservation through the naming of strucand community upliftment. tures in the garden. The garden “Conserving and restoring will also include traditional ecosystems, such as wetlands, designs adapted from the rich rivers, and catchments, can traditional knowledge of the reduce the disastrous impacts Mphaphuli Community. The of extreme weather events, vision is that the garden will including floods and droughts,” host workshops for traditional she said. leaders and healers to raise The Thohoyandou garden awareness around sustainable is situated within the Vhemharvesting of medicinal plants. be Biosphere Reserve, the Minister Creecy said that lolargest biosphere reserve in cal students would also benefit the country, which is home to from educational programmes several unique butterfly species, and, overall, the garden would insects and threatened plant create temporary job opporspecies. Of special importance, tunities for the local communot just to conservation but to nities. the local communities, are the “I would like to thank and various plant species that have appreciate the visionaries important medicinal properties who saw it fit to establish an and value. herbarium in 1976, and this

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SANBI envisages that the plan for the Thohoyandou Garden will increase its educational value, financial viability and the interest and support of visitors, tourists, and the local community. We envisage the garden design where the choice of species represents multiple values of plants to the people, communicated in highly innovative, yet culturally appropriate, ways,” said SANBI Chairperson Prof Edward Nesamvuni.

He said that their vision was for the botanical garden to play its part in highlighting and promoting indigenous plants used for food, African arts, medicine, perfumes, traditional architecture, horticulture, and agriculture, and a garden that serves to increase the connection between people and biodiversity.

The infrastructure that the garden hosts will serve as a biodiversity centre for the province, showcasing traditional botanical garden features and scientific research facilities. As a nature-based, cultural and scientific tourism attraction, the garden will contribute to the socio-economic development of the area, supporting the surrounding communities, including the youth, students and local businesses.

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Taxi drivers from the Mutale Taxi Association blocked the road between Khubvi and Mukula on Wednesday morning. Drivers say they are angry because their association is failing to prevent taxis coming from Musina that are operating on their routes without permission.

Only ambulances, emergency personnel and hearses were allowed to pass. The taxi association’s management was said to have organised an emergency meeting on Wednesday afternoon, during which they would have addressed the taxi drivers. Photo: Victor Mukwevho.

Former Thulamela mayor and MM’s corruption case set for a pre-trial

By Elmon Tshikhudo The corruption case against the Thulamela municipal manager (MM), Mr Hlengani Emanuel Maluleke (52), and the former mayor of Thulamela, Mr Avhashoni Stephen Tshifhango (49), was postponed to 20 July 2022 for a pre-trial date.

The two accused appeared before the Polokwane Special-

ised Commercial Crimes Court on Tuesday, 24 May. They were arrested in February this year on allegations of corruption and maladministration in connection with the looting of the VBS Mutual Bank.

Thulamela Municipality with VBS, while Maluleke is said to have been in contempt and contravention of the Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA). They are both out on bail of R30 000 each.

Tshifhango is alleged to have received a Jeep Cherokee 3.6L VVT Overland, valued at over R600 000, as gratification for the investment made by

At least 20 municipalities in Limpopo, North-West and Gauteng lost nearly R1.6 billion after illegally investing with the now-liquidated bank.

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4 27 MAY 2022

Please have patience at N1 crossing

By Bernard Chiguvare

During the strike at Univen, students blocked the university access road. Photo: social media.

SRC president suspended dents to graduate, and remember, some students are still owing the Historical debts, a shortage university. NSFAS must clear of water, postponed graduahistorical debts for those awaiting tion ceremonies, the safety of graduation. The university also off-campus students and the failed to fix the library for the availability of tablets for firstpast three years. This shows that year students are just some of the university doesn’t take the stuthe issues that led to the strike dents seriously,” he said.

by University of Venda (Univen) On Saturday, 21 May, the EMC students last week. suspended Manganyi for “VioOn Friday, 13 May, the Univen lating the university’s rules and student representative council regulations”.

(SRC) sent a memorandum of On Sunday, 22 May, the SRC grievances to the university’s exec- secretary, Mr Junior Magagula, utive management council (EMC) wrote a letter to the university’s and gave them until Monday, 16 EMC, requesting the EMC to May, to respond. withdraw Manganyi’s suspension.

In the memorandum, the SRC In the letter, Magagula said that made several demands, the first the suspension had been uncalled being that management should for. “If the SRC president is to be attend to the issue of allowance suspended, the whole SRC must disbursements, which include be suspended,” it reads. the NSFAS historical debts. The The university’s spokesperson, students also demanded that the Dr Takalani Dzaga, responded to 2022 autumn graduation be held the request of withdrawing Manbetween 23 and 27 May in the ganyi’s suspension, saying that the auditorium.

SRC president had not only been A contentious issue that the suspended for mobilising and students wanted management leading illegal protests but also for to deal with is the distribution of inciting violence and insulting the computer tablets to first-year stu- university’s management through dents. The demands include the social media and other platforms. issuing of tablets to the “missing The last letter from the EMC, middle” of 2021 and 2022 firstdated Monday, 23 May, seems to year students. have settled everything. In sumThe students also demanded mary, the management agreed to that part-time lecturers for varideal with the students’ grievances. ous modules be appointed before “The university management Friday, 20 May. believes that the student demands The EMC’s response to these have been adequately addressed and the rest of their demands did and we are now expecting uninot seem to satisfy the students. versity business to return to norOn the afternoon of Tuesday, 17 mality. However, if students are to May, the students started to strike mobilize and continue to particiand ended up in a physical battle pate in any illegal protest action, with the police. the university management will One of the first-year students be left with no other option but to said she was terrified. “The police take further legal steps to prevent were shooting at us and throwing any unwarranted disruptions for teargas. I was so scared and just the university business to continwanted to go home,” she said. ue,” the letter concluded.

The SRC president, Mr Smile At the time of our going to Manganyi, said that the universi- press, it was not yet clear whether ty’s management clearly did not the strike was over or not, but take the students seriously. “The Manganyi was still suspended. management doesn’t want stuBy Maanda Bele

the flow of traffic. “We got SANRAL to also review the arrangements there. We are continually monitoring the bypass

The Makhado Municipality has urged motorists and pedestrians to take care and obey traffic signs when crossing the N1 junction to Eltivillas.

The spokesperson for the municipality, Mr Louis Bobodi, said the current confusion was mostly due to driver behaviour, especially on the N1 side. “This is due to a lack of patience and sometimes a lack of concentration. We have stop signs (which should operate normally, who comes first, goes first), road markings to direct travel directions, as well as no-entry signs on the road. Still, some drivers go the wrong way. We have now asked the contractor to get two extra flag people to assist with specifically stopping and redirecting drivers who are going the wrong way,” he said.

Bobodi said they would add ad- The Makhado Municipality urges motorists to exercise patience at the Eltivillas/ N1 ditional signs to try and regulate junction. Photo: Bernard Chiguvare.

Pienaar returns to his old ways and lets his shoes take him to economic freedom

By Elmon Tshikhudo A few years ago, Pienaar Sivhaga (56) of Itsani Tshivhuyuni outside Thohoyandou was a well-known shoemaker in the area. That was before the glittering city lights winked at him in 2016, and he decided to trade his

shoemaking skills for a security job in Polokwane.

As fate would have it, he lost his job and came back home. That was when he came face to face with the realities of life for the unemployed and not being able to support his family. After careful consideration, he decided to start his

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shoemaking business from scratch. If he could do it then, he could do it now, he thought.

He found a spot outside the Shayandima Secondary School grounds’ gate, which had become a meeting place for people, and this was where business started booming for him again.

“I wasted my time sleeping in the cold, ducking and diving bullets and knives for peanuts. After long retrospection, I came to my senses and now I am back to my roots, doing what I love - rendering shoe services, and my customers are happy.” From the money he makes here, he can look after himself and his family.

Pienaar learned two valuable lessons through his experience. Firstly, that people sometimes get a second chance to start again, and secondly, to take whatever opportunity comes your way. “Work is scarce, but we can create our own jobs if we try. Never give up,” he said.

One of Pienaar’s regular customers over the years, Mr Samson Maduwa, said he would not take his shoes to anybody else. “Pienaar is the best shoemaker here, and he is providing an essential service to the community of Shayandima. What makes him different is that his service is done with the utmost efficiency, professionalism and true craftsmanship, along with sincerity and solid advice. He is just a phone call away and collects and delivers,” he said.

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Marchia proves that women can excel in a male-dominated world and tiling work until she passed a trade test and became a plumbing artisan.

Marchia Mudau from Tshandama village Currently, Mudau is a licensed plumber, near Tshilamba has a message of hope for registered with the Plumbing Industry Regall South African women who still think istration Board (PIRB), and works as a trade that certain jobs are meant specifically for testing officer for plumbing at Ndlovu Medical men only and that that they can accomplish Trust Vocational College in Groblersdal. This anything if they set their minds to it. job entails inspecting plumbing work in doThis tough lady is a qualified civil engineer, mestic and commercial environments and the but to get where she is today took a lot of sweat issuing of certificates of compliance (COC). and hard work. She started out as a bricklayMudau believes that women can excel and er’s assistant, pushing wheelbarrows back and succeed in male-dominated work settings too. forth while mixing mortar. Later she became a “Many women intimidate themselves because bricklayer herself, and did plastering, painting they believe that they are the weaker sex,” she says. Mudau explains that the old beliefs that men should work while women remained at home were outdated. “The Constitution guarantees our equality with men, and as women we should prove to ourselves that we also have the capacity to contribute to the economic development of our country.”

She encourages women with skills to empower young, unemployed youths, so that they can create jobs for themselves.

“Through my company, Tivilla Projects, I am accredited to train students in skills such as bricklaying, painting, plumbing, tiling, carpentry and plastering. This I do at no cost to these youths because most of them are the poorest of the poor, whose parents cannot afford to pay for their children’s skills development. If we all plough back into the community without expecting anything in return, South Africa will be a better place for everyone,” she says.

A former presenter of Phalaphala FM’s Denzhe Show (a children’s programme), Mudau also does voice-overs for adverts on national and regional radio stations Marchia Mudau believes that women can also when she has the time. She is also a passucceed and excel in a male-dominated worksionate writer who plans on publishing place. Photo supplied. her first book later this year.

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“Planting” cattle to uplift villages same process goes on in a form them on their own. It also has of a chain. We aim to provide the responsibility to request Tshimangadzo Tuwani, Roself-sufficient wealth creation the local community for an meo Mudau and Maria Ndou and sustainable livelihood and exchange if the first calf born were the first three people to to create a spider web kind is a male [bull]. We have set a receive a free cow each from of community development target of at least 1 000 families the Planting Cattle in Villages through donating cows, which to benefit from this project in Programme (CVP) during a we buy from our own pockets 10 to 20 years.” function held on Friday, 20 because we don’t have sponHe urged individuals and May, at Tshipise Tsha Sagole sors. The target group includes stakeholders who would like to village. widowed women, orphans and assist in growing the initiative The CVP is an initiative of people living with disabilities to contact him on 083 447 the Mount Nwali Muhulu God who receive the cows every year 4502 or 082 442 3623.

Resting Place Foundation, on 26 December.”

One of the beneficiaries, which was founded in 2017 by Vhulahani said the project Tshimangadzo Tuwani from Pastor Humbulani Jonas Vhuoperated in all 14 villages under Zwigodini village, said the lahani at Tshivhongweni village Ward 10 in the Musina Muinitiative would help him to imoutside Musina. The foundanicipality. “In each village, we prove his situation as he did not tion was named after Mwali have a local village committee have parents. “With this start, Muhulu, a historical mountain that identifies and recommends I plan to have my own herd of found at Tshivhongweni village. beneficiaries to the foundation. cattle over the years, which will Nwali Muhulu means “The The local village committee ultimately help me to accuGreat God” in Tshivenda and is also makes sure that the whole mulate wealth to support my believed to be the resting place family benefits, rather than just family. Cattle are an integral of Nwali (God) before he went one person, and monitors the part of our lives here in rural to Makonde to deliver messages well-being of the cattle at the villages because they play an to his people many years ago. beginning of the handover until important role in our economic According to Pastor Vhulah- the owners are able to raise activities,” he said. ani, the foundation aims to eradicate poverty and hunger through sustainable, value-based holistic community development, while creating economic opportunities for the poor and underprivileged.

The CVP purchases a cow from a customary farmer in a specific village and donates it to an identified needy beneficiary. “When the The founder of the Planting Cattle in Villages Programme, Pastor cow gives birth, the calf Humbulani Jonas Vhulahani (middle), captured with Tshimangadzo is donated to another Tuwani (left) and Romeo Mudau (right), the beneficiaries who each identified beneficiary received a free cow. in the next village. The Community development

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“Your power lies in your mind” - Mangolele management at the University of Johannesburg. The rising author Mikateko Mangolele is set to is currently studying managelaunch his first book soon, ment accounting at the strategic which he believes will channel level through a United Kingand align the reader’s thoughts dom-based CIMA Institute. and foster a positive self-imHe reckons that the power of age. His book, titled It’s all change of mind is imperative. “It about your mind, puts empha- makes you focus and glance on sis on mind transformation. the good spheres of life. Proverbs Born and bred in Chavani, 23:7 and 18:21 say, ‘as someone Bokisi village, not far from Elim, thinks within himself, so he is’ Mikateko (26) studied BCom and ‘the tongue has the power of finance and also acquired his life and death’,” he said. honours degree in financial His desire to write and to be

By Thembi Siaga

a motivational speaker started to take form early on in his life.

“I always had a desire to write a book and be a motivational speaker from the age of 13, but I never had the opportunity,” he said.

He explained how he started his journey at the age of 15, after he was elected to be a youth leader. “I started ministering at church and ran motivational talk shows. Later, during my university days, I had an opportunity to meet Farzana, daughter of well-

known businessman Solly Noor.

She groomed me to see the impact of mentorship when I had to look after a few students from different educational fields.”

He said that his passion was really ignited when he started to talk to people from different backgrounds. “Every individual is meant to have their own different and unique journey.

But come to think of it, we all have one common ground in our complexities: our mind, being the centre of our success,” he

said.

According to him, all it takes for one to succeed is being able to channel one’s mind to think positively.

“I want to convey to the people that everything you want to achieve in life Mikateko Mangolele from Chavani is all in your at Bokisi village believes that his upmind,” he coming book will channel and align said. readers’ minds. Photo supplied.

Black Moon is busy cooking up a storm with his latest amapiano EP

Local musician Black Moon promises to make a slamming comeback with his latest amapiano EP, Kgotso Le Thabiso, which is soon to be released. Photo: Thembi Siaga.

By Thembi Siaga After a year-long absence from the music fraternity, Freddy Majuta - affectionately known as Black Moon Ligevhenga la Mpheni - is busy cooking up a storm and promises his fans that only the best tunes await them on his upcoming new amapiano EP, titled Kgotso Le Thabiso. To whet their appetite, he will be releasing a single from the six-track EP, called Deejay, early in June this year.

Fans can start to dust off their dancing shoes as the talented musician is set to

release the full album shortly.

“I’m currently working on my EP, which is going to feature a lot of upcoming local artists. For now, it’s still a surprise, but it’s going to be a fine one coming,” he said.

The 27-year-old singer/ producer originally comes from Musina, but relocated to Mpheni Block C 10 years ago. He matriculated from the Ozias Davhana Secondary School. He released a full-length album, titled Tshiphiri (Mystery), some years ago, with the song Bvula Marukhu earning him recognition in the local music industry.

Black Moon’s greatest objective is to entertain his fans and showcase his talent.

He describes his music as “therapeutic”. “I make people dance. All I want for my fans is to have fun,” he said.

He unpacked on how he started his journey in 2010.

“I was about 15 years old and just in love with making music. The moment I knew this was what I wanted to do was when the fans responded to my music and called out for more. It comes naturally for me. I can be sitting and decide to create something, and I know it will definitely be a hit.”

Black Moon is a self-taught artist. “I downloaded the FL studio software from the Internet and took it from there – step by step. It took a lot of hard work and dedication, but it got me where I am today,” he said.

Of course, he encountered some stumbling blocks in his music career too. “The worst experience so far was when I got booked once and was told I would get paid upon arrival, and ended up not getting paid at all. But it seems to be getting better. I get booked throughout the year, and it helps me to sustain myself and my family.”

Young author aims to inspire Nombelani’s books tackle the challenges of the current world youth to overcome abuse

By Thembi Siaga Confidence Mkhabele (28) aims to inspire the youth to overcome abusive relationships and mentor them to become independent by focusing on their own talents and goals in life.

This emerging motivational speaker and author from Muchipise village in Malamulele launched three books at the AFM Rock Foundation church last month.

Her latest book, titled Mihandzu (Gondzo ra ku tiyisela), is a non-fiction Xitsonga novel about reaping the fruits of patience and building faith to reach one’s goals. The book has already gained attention and she has begun to motivate youths on social media.

“I have started a motivational show on my Facebook page, called Confidence Destined, and an online WhatsApp group, called Empowered and victorious. I also invite guests to talk about all aspects of life (social, educational, spiritual, career, gender-based violence, business, writing, music, etcetera).

It also applies to the Facebook live motivation,” she said.

Mkhabele’s first book, Destined to Overcome, was inspired

by Professor Malungani Erasmus, the founder of Vision

FM and a pastor at the Don’t blame God International Ministries. “After learning about the teenage challenges that I faced, the professor’s sermon led me to write my book. I learnt how to build up a positive mindset while inside situations, which is vital.

Only you have the power to overcome and build yourself,” she said.

In 2021, Mkhablele published her second Xitsonga novel, titled Xinghunghumani xa misava, which addresses Covid-19. “This novel was selected by the Gauteng Department of Education to be on their curriculum,” she added proudly.

She explained that her mentor, Mr Matimba Mabunda, had honed her writing

skills, which had empowered her greatly. “He gave me words of wisdom and knowledge on how to be a good public motivational speaker and increased my writing skills.”

Her passion was sparked in her Grade-7 year, and her journey held many ups and downs. She said she had to write in a hardcover book, but never published any of the manuscripts.

“The challenges I faced made me want to write books to help the world. It was not easy to sell it and reach more targets because of the Covid pandemic, but with the help from God and working harder I managed to sell more than 50 books.”

Upcoming author and motivational speaker Confidence Mkhabele from Muchipise village in Malamulele launched three new books.

Photo supplied.

By Thembi Siaga Ntsako Nombelani, a resident at Jimmy Jones village in Malamulele, believes that his creative writing ability will address socio-economic challenges, corruption and various other aspects of life.

The 38-year-old Nombelani is a political activist who spent his schooling days fighting for access to education through student organisations. His passion for writing took root when educator and multi-award winner Enock Shishenge of Tembisa requested him to contribute to a book, titled Hi landza Nhlalala, which means “We are following the honeybird”, in 2020.

“I started writing after Mr Shishenge asked me to contribute to Hi landza Nhlalala, which was a tribute to our late brother and friend, Mosese Mtileni,” he said.

Last year, Nombelani penned five of his own books, of which only two were published. The published books are titled Alexandra (Xitsonga poetry), which was published by one of the most celebrated Xitsonga creative writers, Mr Patrick Magaisa from TP Magaisa Publishers, and N’waMalini (Xitsonga poetry), published by Ndzhaka Publishers under Mr Shishenge.

His books aim to bring awareness about the different challenges facing the young generation. “The books

focus on various aspects of life, such as the conditions of the people in Alexandra, socio-economic issues, African politics, governance, education and curricula.”

It also pinpoints corruption and greed, love, transformation, and neo-liberal policies by the government. “The corruption which led to the collapse of VBS, imperialism, and the role of technology (4IR) in our lives, be it at work, home or schools,” he said.

“My aim is to publish the remaining three this year. My first book (Alexandra) has been ap-

proved

by the Gauteng Department of Education for Gauteng schools and libraries,” he said.

He wrote his books in the Xitsonga language, as he believes it to be one of the most underrated languages in our country. “I aim to contribute towards its (the language’s) growth and ensure that we pride ourselves on using our African languages to express ourselves.”

On the challenges that local writers face, he said, “Selling books is not easy. People would rather buy alcohol instead of investing in reading material. The Xitsonga reading audience is not big, which is one of the challenges that I came across,” he said.

Ntsako Nombelani of Jimmy Jones village in Malamulele aims to address socio-economic challenges through his books. Photo supplied.

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Art & Entertainment “Sex pests” force Lufuno Siobo to quit her music

By Maanda Bele The entertainment industry has proven itself to be unkind to many talented female artists over the years, who will testify that some of the most difficult challenges they have had to face were the abuse they suffered at the hands of the men in this industry.

Twenty-two-year-old Lufuno Siobo from Muanandzhele in the Vleifontein area decided to quit music altogether as a result of men in power in the industry who promised to make her famous if she showed them “special favours” in return.

“In 2018, I was recording my first album, Vulani Mahoti a muya. A lot of people started showing interest in my music career, but I stopped recording because there were people, especially men, who wanted to use me for their sexual needs,” she said.

Siobo was just five years old when she started singing. At the age of 10, she joined a worship team at her church. She had big dreams as a musician.

“I used to listen to and watch other gospel artists performing on TV, and it really sparked my interest to be a gospel artist.

I used to attend gospel music festivals and some artists gave me platforms to work from.

Things were really looking up for me, but to my disappointment, I had to deal with the kind of people who thought about nothing else than getting something out of it for themselves - even people I trusted

the most.”

She said that she decided to leave the music industry because this common issue, which affects so many potentially great female artists, continuously gets swept under the carpet.

Siobo is now pursuing a career in teaching.

The talented Lufuno Siobo, who thought she had a bright future ahead of her as a musician, is pursuing a career in teaching now.

Photo supplied.

Bomagie is already making waves with her debut album Entertainment The saying “dynamite comes in small packages” perfectly describes Margareth Malwela’s entrance into the highly competitive gospel music industry. Her debut eighttrack album, titled Yesu ndi ene Phindulo, was released only last week (16 May) and is already making waves in the local music fraternity.

Those who do not know her might think of her as a novice, but Bomagie, as she is known on stage, has been in the music industry for over a decade, singing in various church choirs and as one of the backing vocalists for local reggae music legend Shufflers Ragimana.

This gospel singer from Khubvi village said that she did not really consider releasing an album of her own until she was approached by fans who admired her singing talent.

Margareth Malwela, also known as Bomagie. Her debut gospel music album, titled Yesu ndi ene phindulo is being very well received by her fans. Photo supplied.

“Whenever I sang in church, at funerals or social gatherings, people would ask me when I was going to record my music as they enjoyed listening to my voice. I never took it seriously before, but decided to give it a shot earlier this year when I recorded a few songs.”

The songs on the album, composed by Bomagie herself, are Yesu ndi ene phindulo (title track), Phanda na Yesu, Madembe, Ngoho ro zwi vhona, Ri a u renda murena, U tshi toda u vha Mukreste, Vuwani maswole and Mudzimu a re na ndavha.

She said she was not surprised by how well her music was being received as she had a large fan base even before she recorded the album. “Singing is my God-given talent, and I use it to share the word of God. Besides that, I am a staunch Christian who believes in praising God through ministering and music. I am happy that, through my music, people can see that God is alive and He still talks to his people, even today. Hearing my music on the radio during the first week of its release was the best thing ever in my musical journey. I pass my sincere gratitude on to all the radio stations that are playing my music and everyone who buys my music.”

For bookings, public performances, and music sales, Bomagie can be contacted on 072 136 1454 or 071 337 7774.

Slenderboy chucks his clothes Entertainment Fans of Zwivhuya Mukondeleli, better known as Moque Slenderboy in local music circles, have mixed feelings about the artist’s new stage wardrobe - or rather, the lack of it. Mukondeleli seemingly decided to ditch his usual dress code for underwear while he performs for his fans around Vhembe, and although some may find this more than a little awkward, he insists that his new look is working wonders for him.

The much-loved artist, who hails from Fondwe village outside Thohoyandou, explains that it started out as a joke when he performed in Musina over the Easter holidays. “I have a song called Vhudabadaba, which is a big hit among my fans. People enjoyed the gig and, while I performed this song, I started to take off my jacket and top and the crowd went mad. I didn’t know how I took off my trousers, but the crowd loved it when I was left in only my underwear. When I was done with the song, I started putting my clothes back on, but this did not please the fans and they persuaded to me to perform in my underwear throughout the show.”

After that show, the videos of his performing in his underwear apparently went viral on social media. “That gig changed my life. I started getting bookings almost every weekend, as far as Tzaneen, Polokwane and Gauteng. My music sales have also gone up since, which clearly demonstrates that it is working for me. So, I decided to make it my trademark. I went to Gauteng to buy different [underwear] outfits for my performances, so that I can change them regularly when I perform.” He said that, although some criticised his new stage wear, the majority of his fans were happy about it.

He has a message for those who doubt themselves because they are afraid of what others might say of think. “Do what you love and what satisfies your heart. Those people who criticsze you will never give you an income. I live an honest life and earn my income honestly, unlike others who commit crime to survive.”

Zwivhuya Mukondeleli, better known as Moque Slenderboy in the music industry, says that his new dressing style on stage makes his fans happy.

Photo supplied.

Phalaphala to donate boreholes to assist communities Phalaphala FM implemented the Rina Ndavha Project to address challenges faced by communities within the Vhembe District area, which the station considers to be their core footprint.

This year, the project focuses on donating boreholes to communities in need of water.

Phalaphala FM’s programme manager, Ms Sharon Ravele, said that the station was preparing to run an on-air campaign in June this year, in line with the Rina Ndavha project to donate a borehole to one community the listeners suggest to the station.

“The station would like to continue with this campaign by donating boreholes to communities in the Vhembe District,” Ravele said.

“Many of the villages in the Vhembe District experience water shortages. Residents have no water in the taps at their homes and have to buy water from water merchants. This initiative will help to alleviate this challenge. The first borehole was donated and handed over to the community at Tshipise Mubvumoni in March 2022.” She added that the station was working with the chiefs, different structures and municipalities with this project.

Ravele said it had become a tradition at the station to plough back into the community.

“This project wants to ensure that the community has access to clean water, which is a key ingredient in the fight against the spread of the Coronavirus. We heard about the plight of the communities who have been thirsty for a long time now, and we felt that the station could make an intervention by supplying water to the communities in need,” she said.

The project will be run on the Tshiko Show, which broadcasts from Monday to Friday, from 12:00 to 15:00. Listeners are encouraged to listen for more details to participate in the project.

Phalaphala FM’s programme manager, Ms Sharon Ravele. Photo: Kaizer Nengovhela.

POLOKWANE: STUDIOS: (015) 297 1709 / 297 4306; THOHOYANDOU: STUDIOS: (015) 962 5101/5 / FAX: (015) 962 2998

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Unarine beats the odds to get degree

By Bernard Chiguvare

The late Johannes Risimati Khambani’s family and the Mugumo Brothers at the giant tombstone erected at the entrance of the cemetery, which was renamed after him. Photo: Elmon Tshikhudo.

A fitting send-off for community leader Risimati Khambani (77)

by, among others, the SAPS organisation, the Mugumo Mopani District Commander Brothers, in 1986 with the aim The late community leader Major Gen Willy Mashava, of uniting all brothers here Risimati Johannes Khamba- his brother and principal of at Mugumo, to assist each ni (77) from Tshisahulu out- Magangeni Primary School other in times of bereavement. side Thohoyandou dedicated Mr Lucky Mashava, local He has done so much for the most of his adult life to serv- ward councillor Mr Joseph advancement of this commuing his community tirelessly Nemalegeni, close relatives, nity. The best way to rememin different capacities. friends, community members, ber and honour him will be Khambani had been ill for a and different community to name this graveyard the long time and was admitted to structures.

Johannes Risimati Khambani the George Mukhari Hospital Khambani served in strucCemetery. We have made his in Gauteng for treatment. A tures such as the local civic, final resting place at the enday after he was discharged Tshisahulu Burial Society, trance for all to see, and there from hospital - Wednesday, 18 Mugumo Brothers and the will be no other grave before May - he passed away. He was Dzindi Irrigation Scheme him,” said Makhavhu. staying with his son, Giyani Committee. All along, memMr Job Ramawa, who Khambani, in Pretoria at the bers of his community were served with Khambani in time. watching and appreciating some of the structures, euKhambani was the son of the good work he was doing. logised him as a great leader the late John and Nwatomu At his funeral ceremony, evwho had had an ear to listen Khambani from Tshidumbi eryone who shared a word on and wisdom to take just deciTshisahulu, born on 8 January Khambani agreed that he was sions. “Committees have come 1945. He completed his prideserving of being honoured and gone, but Khambani was mary education at Tshisahulu in the village. He was dere-elected every time there Primary in 1958, where he scribed as a selfless, dedicated were elections. We wonder excelled in arithmetic. This and trustworthy man who had who will take over the baton earned him a temporary led from the front. and fit into his boots,” he said. teaching post at the school at The Mugumo Brothers’ Thovhele Thivhulawi Mathat tender age. Among his deputy chairperson, Mr kumbane also had high praise students was the present Chief Nkhangwe Makhavhu, sugfor the late leader. “Khambani Norman Makumbane. He gested that the local cemetery served this community with later proceeded to Lwamondo be renamed after Khambani. distinction, and he deserves Secondary, where he complet- “Khambani founded this the honour,” he said. ed his Form Two (Grade 10).

Like many other young men of that time, he left for Gauteng, where he was employed by a construction company. He was later promoted to foreman. The political violence that broke out in the area at the time forced him to quit his job and return to his home in Vhembe, where he started farming until his death.

Khambani was buried at the local Dzindi Cemetery on The pall bearers, among whom were the Mugumo Brothers, carry the late Risimati Johannes Khambani’s casket from his Sunday, 22 May. house during the funeral. Photo: Elmon Tshikhudo.

His funeral was attended

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Unarine Mulaudzi from Makwarela Township’s story about how she beat all the odds by graduating with a Bachelor of Commerce degree truly is an inspiration to many – especially those from poor backgrounds.

Her mother and role model, Tshinakaho Gloria Mulaudzi, spent many sleepless nights preparing vetkoek and fruit to sell in front of the local Home Affairs offices (Makwarela Home Affairs), to ensure that her daughter receives a good education.

After Unarine passed her matric, she enrolled at the University of Free State. Her departure from home was a very emotional one. “As the City to City bus left Thohoyandou early that morning in 2019, my mother’s face went pale, while I also could not imagine leaving her behind. It was as if we were never going to see each other again.”

They said their farewells and Unarine made the long journey to the Free State. At the university, she remained focused and spent most of her time studying, until she finally graduated in April this year (2022).

“To my fellow black youths I want to say, everything is possible as long as you remain focused. The insurmountable challenges I went through were actually a source of my inspiration.”

Unarine is currently pursuing her honours degree at the same university. Although her studies are very important to her, it has not restrained her from playing her part in

the things she feels passionate about. In 2021, Unarine founded the Unarine Foundation, a non-profit organisation that goes out looking for people who are willing to donate school uniforms to underprivileged children.

“I don’t want learners in my area to go through what I did, and that is the reason why I source school uniforms and donate them to learners,” she said.

The proud mother, Ms Tshinakaho Gloria Mulaudzi, and her daugther, Unarine, who recently graduated with a bachelor of commerce degree from the University of the Free State.

Mother and daughter celebrated this milestone together, which came with so many challenges for them both. Photo supplied.

New wheels for disabled children

By Silas Nduvheni

in the hospitality industry after matric.

The Rofhiwa Manwadu Foundation was launched in November 2021, with the aim to encourage, enhance and support the development of intellectually disabled children by helping them to get quality education. “We also add our weight to the fight against

bullying of disabled children in schools by making their parents and caretakers, who are responsible for looking after them on a day-to-day basis, more aware [of the problem].

We further empower environmental awareness campaigns by planting trees at schools as a sign of living hope to the children,” said Manwadu.

On Thursday, 5 May, the Rofhiwa Manwadu Foundation handed over new wheelchairs to five disabled children during a function held at Thavhani Mall.

This initiative is the brainchild of Vhembe’s Special Olympic ambassador, Rofhiwa Manwadu, who is also disabled.

Two of the beneficiaries were Grade 12 learners from the area. Rilinde Ramphabana, from Niani Secondary School, was very happy about the donation.

“I’m thankful for the wheelchair. It will help me a lot at school when I have to move between classes and go to the bathroom. I used to have a tattered wheelchair.

My parents were Some of the beneficiaries who received new wheelchairs from the unable to buy a new Rofhiwa Manwadu Foundation on Thursday, 5 May, at the Thavhani one for me, but this Mall. Sitting from left to right are Murunwa Ntsieni from Nndweleni new wheelchair will Secondary (Grade 12), Rilinde Ramphabana from Niani Secondary make it easier for me,” (Grade 12) and Orifha Ratshalingwa. They were photographed here he said. Rilinde plans with some of the members of the Rofhiwa Manwadu Foundation. Photo further his studies to: Silas Nduvheni.

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“We will soon start fixing ring road at Tshakhuma,” says municipality

By Bernard Chiguvare The problems at the Tshakhuma Ring Road were caused by the recent rains and are being addressed, said the Makhado Municipality in a statement last week.

The municipality was responding to an article carried in Limpopo Mirror early in May, under the heading “Please patch up the ring road again”.

The article concerns the bad state of the road that starts at the Tshakhuma Fruit Market and runs along Road R524, cutting through the Tshakhuma Tribal Office and Mavhungu Andries Secondary School, on to a small fruit market in Mulangaphuma village, and back to Road R524.

Makhado municipality appointed two contractors in 2021 to patch up the potholed

Part of the Tshakhuma ring road that needs to be patched up again. Photo supplied.

road, but only two weeks after this project had been completed, potholes started to appear again, leaving road users highly frustrated.

Makhado Municipality had not responded to a media enquiry at the time of our going to press last week. The newspaper wanted to know how much had been spent on patching up the ring road last year, and who the appointed contractor was.

According to Makhado Municipality’s spokesperson, Mr Louis Bobodi, R2 528 613 was spent on the project, with contractors Dzina 10 Trading, Mvuno Geo Tech, Makawana Solutions, J V N Rath Trading, and Courtesy Management appointed to do the work.

Bobodi said that the municipality had investigated the state of the ring road and discovered that most of the current potholes were new because of the recent heavy rains that had penetrated the surface layer.

“We are going to rehabilitate the total length of the road. The scope of the work includes base correction and maintenance of the stormwater system,” he said.

Work was to start on Monday, 9 May. The contractor is expected to fix the potholes that they fixed last year once again, at no cost to the municipality.

Limpopo Mirror contacted community members in the area last week but was informed that the rehabilitation work had not yet started.

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Mmbi will be remembered in May Mmbi passed away in 2016, after a short illness. He was a news reporter for Univen It has been six years now since the death of FM and the now-defunct weekly newspaper, the influential Vhembe journalist, Livhalani Vhembe News. He was also a founder member Richard Mmbi, but many feel the void he of the Vhembe Journalists Forum. left behind.

“I become very emotional this time of year because it comes with many painful memories. It feels like yesterday. The pain of losing my dear friend still cuts deep into my heart,” said Elmon Tshikhudo, a close friend who also worked alongside Mmbi during his lifetime.

Tshikhudo said that Mmbi played an important part in uplifting the standards of journalism in the Vhembe area. “Mmbi had been a humble journalist. His dedication and hard work still guide us even today, and we will always regard him highly. I wish wherever he is, he could see how the foundation he laid continues to lead us as we follow in his footsteps.”

Rotondwa Nelwamondo, who worked with Mmbi at Univen FM, agreed. “He should indeed be remembered. Mmbi was a part of our family at Univen Radio. As an experienced journalist, he taught the young ones how it was done, and most of them are big names in the media industry today because of Mmbi’s contributions. We The month of May is still a period during which will continue to honour his legacy because he contributed a lot to the local journalism local journalists can mourn the death of their fraternity. May his soul continue to rest in late colleague, Livhalani Richard Mmbi, who peace.” passed away in 2016.

Tribute

Absolute power corrupts absolutely

By Victor Mukwevho It is very painful and at times unbelievable to see that those who have the ability to shape and guide society are being exploited. The exploitation happens at many levels, but it is most evident in the financial exploitation of artists.

It is a well-known fact around the world that the main purpose of the media industry is to inform, educate, and entertain, but it boggles the mind why it fails to inform society about the blatant exploitation happening right in the belly of the industry.

The main victims of this inhumane economical exploitation are artists and female recruits in different electronic media facilities. Sometimes it is too difficult, if not impossible, for an up-and-coming recording artist to get airplay on both national and community radio stations.

Music compilers (those who arrange/compile music to be played on different programmes) demand huge bribes from artists for their music to be selected for airplay. This method is often referred to as PAYOLA. As most musicians come from a very poor background, they fail to raise money to pay bribes and their music is only played during the midnight

A former member of the Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO), Avhatakali Joseph Tshisevhe.

slots, when the bulk of the listeners are sleeping.

In the middle 1990s, rumours were rife that music compilers from national radio stations were receiving cars and money from big recording companies to influence them to select music from artists from their recording stables only.

Yours truly once witnessed a BMW hatchback being delivered by an agent from a wellknown recording company in the country. The agent lives here in the Vhembe District.

The car was delivered in the dead of the night at a wellknown luxury hotel next to the N1 in Polokwane.

Music compilers have absolute power in deciding what music gets to be played on air, and this power is corrupting them absolutely.

Some female artists are forced to go out with radio presenters to promote their music.

These presenters talk to their “comrades in corruption” (music compilers) to help promote their girlfriends’ music.

When community radio stations started mushrooming in the country a decade or so ago, many performing and recording artists thought they would get an opportunity to market their music better, but this seemingly did not happen.

A former member of the Southern African Music Rights Organisation (SAMRO), Avhatakali Joseph Tshisevhe, said in an interview that he believed there were artists who were being robbed of their royalties. Tshisevhe, who is also a member of the music group Cornerstone, popularly known as AJ, said that this often happened because of a lack of knowledge. He said the problem was that many artists did not register their music with SAMRO and that was why they were exploited.

“After recording their music, they just leave everything in the hands of the recording company. Let me advise them that immediately after recording, they must register their work with

Vic’s Views SAMRO, so that they would be able to receive their royalties.

If your music is not registered with a copyright asset management society, you will never get what is due to you. You also forfeit all your royalties after three years,” he said.

When asked if all the big role players in the music industry paid artists royalties, he said SAMRO got royalties from the SABC only, because community radio stations did not have money.

But the exploitation is also not just limited to radio stations. Even in the print media, some unscrupulous journalists ask for money and sometimes sexual favours to cover the stories about their newly released music.

In other instances, music producers, business moguls and government spokespersons also use inexperienced journalists to promote their own agendas.

The journalists get coerced into writing promotional articles without the companies paying a cent to the newspapers.

It is impossible for news editors and editors to know what happens between soccer team owners, sponsors of different community events and journalists.

It looks as if, for as long as music compilers have absolute power, the status quo will remain the same, but when it comes to royalties, AJ Tshisevhe is advising them to register their music with SAMRO immediately after releasing their work.

See you next week.

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Silemela learners exposed to library

By Elmon Tshikhudo The Limpopo Department of Sports, Arts and Culture’s library division visited the Silemale Secondary School on Friday, 22 April, as part of a library-awareness drive.

The orientation was carried out by librarians from the Prof NV Ralushai Library and Khubvi/Murongwe Community Library and coordinated by the Friends of Silemale.

The campaign is held with the assumption that learners

Mr Patrick Bopape, librarian at the Prof NV Ramasuvha library in Thohoyandou, gives the learners al some insight into how to use a library. Photo: Elmon Tshikhudo.

who receive an orientation in library resources and services are more likely to seek needed research assistance for homework, assignments, projects, and presentations.

Mr Patrick Bopape, librarian at the Prof NV Ralushai Library in Thohoyandou, commented: “The main goal of this orientation is to introduce learners to the library’s services and resources, as well as to educate and guide them on how to use the library. The programme informs learners about the libraries’ activities, services, programmes, opening hours, contact information, and rules and regulations,” he said.

School principal Mr Moses Nethathe was optimistic that this awareness drive would definitely increase academic performance and further ignite learners’ thirst to excel in their school activities.

The Chief Whip of the Collins Chabane Local Municipality, Cllr Thina Mbedzi (left), welcomes the newly appointed municipal manager of the municipality, Mr Richard Shilenge.

On the right is the mayor, Cllr Moses Maluleke. Photo: Silas Nduvheni.

Crime gangs’ “reign of terror” must stop in Mukondeni and Mashamba midst and see to it that thugs are locked up behind bars.

Crime at the villages of MuThovhele Vho-Nndweleni kondeni and Mashamba has Mashamba said that crime, and become a very sensitive issue particularly violent crime, was and one that the communities ever on the increase. “We are are struggling to deal with. tired as a community. Many The area has been overresidents have suffered at the whelmed with violent crimes hands of criminals. The crime over the past few months, rate is becoming too high in our where crimes such as attacks area. We realise that the police on residents, rapes and robcannot be everywhere, so we beries have become the order have decided that we will stand of the day. up and fight against this cancer A group of gangsters, called that is destroying our commu“Tshisole Atshithambi, 17 Inch- nity,” said Mashamba. es and Bull dogs”, is blamed for He said that criminals had these communities’ sleepless taken over their villages, roamnights. Residents say they have ing the streets and terrorising had enough of crime and will residents at will. “We are at root out all criminals from their the mercy of these thugs, and

we need to act to stop them in their tracks. The area has become one of the worst crime zones in the Mashamba area.

We are concerned. We need to put our heads together and see if we can come up with strategies that can help us fight crime.”

A resident of Mashamba, Mr Current Maluleke, said that they were tired of gangsters’ ruling their communities. “The problem is that parents defend their children. They live with stolen property in their homes.

We are saying to the parents, please stop defending your children.”

On behalf of the residents, Maluleke appealed to the police to work out a plan with time frames and to stipulate how the community can become involved in pro-active crime prevention.

Private Bag X5006 • Thohoyandou • 0950 • Tel: 015 960 2000 “Both the community ERRATUM and criminals should take notice of this plan.

Kindly be informed that the council meeting which has been The time has come for residents and the published on Limpopo Mirror on the 20th MAY 2022 stating that police to take hands to Vhembe District Council meeting will be held on the 27th MAY fight crime aggres2022 has been re-scheduled to the 31 MAY 2022. sively and pro-actively in an organised and Time and venue remains 14H00 and Vhembe Council Chamber results-driven manner. respectively.

The alternative is that we will be too scared to MUNICIPAL MANAGER - NDOU T.S live in this area and all doors will be closed,” said Maluleke.

Police spokesperson Brig Motlafela Mojapelo said the police would spare no effort in the war against crime. “We will work together with the community and other community stakeholders until we defeat crime. We are going to work on the information and hope something positive is going to come out of this,” he said.

At the time of our going to press, residents were still planning a follow-up meeting where all the structures would sit down and chart the way forward on how they could overcome the scourge of crime.

By Kaizer Nengovhela

Students from the Vhembe FET College’s Tshisimani branch, who were trained by the Culture Arts Tourism Hospitality Sport Sector Education Training Authority (CATHSSETA), received their certificates during an awards ceremony held at the Vhembe FET college hall in Louis Trichardt on 28 April. Photographed during the handing over of the certificates are, from left, the regional manager of CATHSSETA, Ms Zandile Ntshangase, head of communication for the Limpopo Tourism Agency (LTA), Mr Mike Tautsoala, Happiness Neluheni (student) and Nicolene Ramawa from the Vhembe FET College. Photo: Kaizer Nengovhela.

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Three people were injured and rushed to hospital on Wednesday morning (25 May), following this accident between a minibus-taxi and bakkie on the corner of Songozwi and President Streets in Louis Trichardt. Accidents like these have become almost a daily occurrence in town the past few months, placing a serious question mark on people’s driving skills. Photo: Kaizer Nengovhela.

The Rotary Anns of Louis Trichardt visited and donated a piano to the Elim Hlanganani Care Centre last Thursday. The centre is run by Molly Maswangani and Molly Ameker, with Moraig Henning (local Rotary Ann treasurer) who donated the piano. Pictured from left to right are Molly Ameker and Rotary Anns Maureen Knott, Joy Gilbert, Debbie O’Regan, Jean Henning, Val Louw, Moraig Henning, Molly Maswangani and Coral Collett (local Rotary Ann president).

Photo supplied.

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Kingdom Financiers reaches out to the mentally ill at Hayani Hospital

By Silas Nduvheni

From left to right: Athalia Dolo, acting chief executive officer of Hayani Specialised Hospital for the mentally ill, Ms Mulatedzi Mulaudzi, director of Kingdom Financiers, Ms Lolitha Ngobeni, Tebogo Mokete, the chairperson of the hospital board, Motimedi Malaka, Molly Madzibane and Portia Meso. Photo: Silas Nduvheni.

Life for the mentally ill patients at the Hayani Specialised Hospital near Sibasa has improved considerably, thanks to a donation made

by Kingdom Financiers. On Friday, 20 May, they donated a big plasma television set, a fridge, chess sets, shoes and other much-needed items to the patients at the hospital.

The company spent more

than R50 000 to purchase items meant to benefit the more than 200 mentally ill patients at the Hayani Specialised Hospital. The director, Ms Lolitha Ngobeni, said that they regarded it as a privilege to bless less fortunate people as the company itself was so blessed by God. “We normally make donations on a monthly basis to charity organisations, disabled people, and mentally ill patients in hospitals, because they didn’t choose the difficult

conditions they have to live under,” said Ngobeni.

The acting executive officer of the Hayani Specialised Hospital, Ms Mulatedzi Mulaudzi, welcomed the generous donation. She said that some of the patients at her hospital had been neglected and abandoned by their families and communities.

The donations, she said, would certainly make things more comfortable for them and make them feel more at home.

Top performing learners at Mvudi Community structure launched to tackle girl-child challenges head-on Primary School are rewarded teenage pregnancies and drug abuse in the Musina commuOn Saturday, 7 May, dozens nity. “We decided to launch of women from Musina a structure that specifically gathered at Nancefield Hall deals with girl-child challengto celebrate Mother’s Day es,” said Pauline Ravhuhali, and to launch a communithe director of the structure. ty structure called PurThe structure’s objective is pose-Filled Women of God. to start changing young girls’ The structure aims to tackle focus. “Girls’ first priority certain serious issues, such as should be to empower them-

selves, then everything else follows,” Ravhuhali said. “In Musina, we currently witness a lot of teenage pregnancies, resulting in girls’ dropping out of school. This really should be stopped.”

Ravhuhali believes that children have too many perceived rights these days, which lead to most of them losing focus on what is really important. Because of these perceived rights, parents can no longer control their children.

Lindelani Nemukula, the secretary of the structure, said that they would be working with schools, hospitals and all of Musina’s community structures to educate girls better. Reducing teenage pregnancy, Ravhuhali believes, will go a long way in reducing the The secretary of Purpose-Filled Women of God, Lindelani Nemukula government’s expenditure on child (left) and the director of this structure, Pauline Ravhuhali (right). grants.

Photo: Bernard Chiguvare.

By Bernard Chiguvare

on learners to study harder to she was very excited to have attain higher marks and pave attained the top position at On Friday, 29 April, learners their way to a brighter future. the school. “The awards are a of Mvudi Primary School who “The future is in your hands. real motivation. Who does not excelled and came up top in All you have to do is work want to impress his or her own their respective grades, were harder, and we will give you the parents and peers by winning awarded floating trophies necessary support,” she said. trophies and certificates? The and certificates in recognition Representing the top achiev- competition is high, which of their hard work. ers, Olugaho Manwadu, who is means many higher passes at The school’s deputy princialso the overall achiever, said the end of the year,” she said. pal, Mr Rabie Lutanyani Mutengwe, said that since the awards had been initiated, they had experienced quite a significant improvement in results.

“These tokens of appreciation are just what the doctor ordered. When a prize is hung up there, learners tend to get into a competing mood, doing their best to outshine each other.

At the end of the day, we reap the fruits as most of them end up passing with higher grades. This is also a platform for lesser performers to be motivated to improve their schoolwork.

When they see others being recognised, they are motivated to work harder,” In the back row are, from left to right, the deputy principal of he said.

Mvudi Primary School, Mr Lutanyani Rabie Mutengwe, SGB secreMs Murembiwa tary Ms Tshovhota Murembiwa, Departmental Head Mr Lutendo Tshovhota, secretary of Mafunisa and the head of the department’s foundation phase, Mr the school’s SGB, called Nkhangweleni Mudau. Photo: Elmon Tshikhudo.

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Signed at Polokwane on this the 23rd day of May 2022 MADZIVHANDILA N ATTORNEYS ADDRESS: Office No. G7, Ramlin Square, 31 Hans Van Rensburg Street, Polokwane E-MAIL: mna�orneys1@ gmail.com Tel: 015 230 0152

MADZIVHANDILA N ATTORNEYS NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN TERMS OF SECTION 35(5) OF THE ADMINISTRRATION OF ESTATE ACT 66 OF 1965.

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Liquida�on and Distribu�on Account in the Estate of the late MAGUGA FHUMULANI DOROTHY of ID No: 641006 0892 085, Limpopo Province, who died on 2022/01/05, REF NO: 227/2022, Executor: Mashamba Tendani, ID No: 881102 0963 080, Master’s Office: Thohoyandou will be open for inspec�on for a period of 21 days from date of publica�on at the Master’s office. Should no objec�on be lodged with the master’s office during the specified period, the executor will proceed to make payments in accordance with the said account.

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The informa�on is given in the following order: Estate number 2130/2012 MUTATI TSHILILO AGNES, date of birth 22/07/1954, ID No 540722 0037 081, last address; 314 P- East Thohoyandou. Date of death; 2012-08-21 .Name and address of executor: Nekhondela L A�orneys Office no: 07 Munaka Madilonge and Maternity center, Mphephu Street, Thohoyandou, 0950 Cell: 0761452711 / 068 032 6770 Ref: NEKH/EST MUTATI/06

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Dated at Thohoyandou on the 16TH of MAY 2022.

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NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN TERMS OF SECTION 29 (1) OF THE ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATES ACT 66 OF 1965 In the estate of the late CHUMA MADZIVANDLELA of ID NO: 251017 0135 087 OF ERF NO: 254A, Malamulele, Limpopo Province Who died on 24Th June 2014 and who was never married.

ESTATE No: 000918/2022 at Master of the High Court Thohoyandou.

Persons having claims against this estate are called to lodge their claims within 30 days from date of publica�on.

Signed at Thohoyandou on this the 18th Day of May 2022.

Manzere KC PBN MAWILA ATTORNEYS (INC) Office N0: 203 Second Floor, Venda Office Park, P.o Box 917, Thohoyandou, 0950 TEL: 015 962 2735 083 940 8170 FAX: 086 737 1859 EMAIL: pbnmawila. a�orneys@yahoo.com REF: PBN/EST05/2022

MAPHOPHE MAKHENSA ATTORNEYS. NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN TERMS OF SECTION 29 (1) OF THE ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATES ACT 66 OF 1965 All persons having claims against the undermen�oned estate must lodge it with the Executor concerned within 30 days from date of publica�on hereof.

Estate No: 8278/2022, Surname: DONALD HLUPHEKA SHITLHANGU, Date of birth: 1962/09/19 ID NO: 620919 5743 084 Date of death: 2021/07/12, Master’s Office: Polokwane Name and Address of Executor or Authorised agent: Maphophe Makhensa A�orneys Address: House no 218 Sec�on A, Giyani, 0826 Po Box 1997, Giyani, 0826 Tel: 082 367 6111 EmaiL: makhensa@ mmaphophea�orneys.co.za info@ mmaphophea�orneys.co.za Ref: MAM/EST/32/2021

NEKHONDELA L ATTORNEYS

P.B.N MAWILA ATTORNEYS NOTICE IN TERMS OF SECTION 35(5) OF ACT 66 OF 1965 The first and final liquida�on and distribu�on account in the estate of the late TSHIKOVHELE AILWELI RONALD of ID No: 620302 6293 088 who used to reside at Erf No: 23, Dzingahe Village, Limpopo Province Who died on the 01St May 2021 and was never married.

ESTATE No: 000347/2022 at Master of the High Court Thohoyandou. will be open for inspec�on for a period of 21 days from date of publica�on at the Master’s offices.

Should no objec�on be lodged with the Master’s office during the specified period, the executor will proceed to make payments in accordance with the said account.

Signed at Thohoyandou on this the 18Th Day of May 2022.

Manzere KC PBN MAWILA ATTORNEYS (INC)

Office N0: 203, Second Floor, Venda Office Park, PO Box 917, Thohoyandou, 0950 TEL: 015 962 2735 / 083 940 8170 FAX: 086 737 1859 EMAIL: pbnmawila. a�orneys@yahoo.com REF: PBN/EST01/2022

P.B.N MAWILA ATTORNEYS NOTICE IN TERMS OF SECTION 35(5) OF ACT 66 OF 1965 The first and final liquida�on and distribu�on account in the estate of the late BALOYI MANGALANI EUNICE of ID No: 510629 0530 088 who used to reside at Erf No: 185, Malamulele-C, Limpopo Province Who died on the 18Th February 2022 and was never married.

ESTATE No: 000513/2022 at Master of the High Court Thohoyandou. will be open for inspec�on for a period of 21 days from date of publica�on at the Master’s offices.

Should no objec�on be lodged with the master’s office during the specified period, the executor will proceed to make payments in accordance with the said account.

Signed at Thohoyandou on this the 18Th Day of May 2022.

Manzere KC PBN MAWILA ATTORNEYS (INC) Office N0: 203, Second Floor, Venda Office Park PO Box 917, Thohoyandou, 0950 TEL: 015 962 2735 / 083 940 8170 FAX: 086 737 1859 EMAIL: pbnmawila. a�orneys@yahoo.com REF: PBN/EST02/2022

P.B.N MAWILA ATTORNEYS NOTICE IN TERMS OF SECTION 35(5) OF ACT 66 OF 1965 The first and final liquida�on and distribu�on account in the estate of the late BALOYI NDAHENI LUCY of ID No: 200425 0168 085 who used to reside at Thomo Village, Limpopo Province Who died on the 17Th June 2019 and was a widower at the �me of her death.

ESTATE No: 000544/2020 at Master of the High Court Thohoyandou. will be open for inspec�on for a period of 21 days from date of publica�on at the Master’s offices.

Should no objec�on be lodged with the Master’s office during the specified period, the executor will proceed to make payments in accordance with the said account.

Signed at Thohoyandou on this the 18Th Day of May 2022.

Manzere KC PBN MAWILA ATTORNEYS (INC) Office N0: 203, Second Floor, Venda Office Park, PO Box 917, Thohoyandou, 0950 TEL: 015 962 2735 / 083 940 8170 FAX: 086 737 1859 EMAIL: pbnmawila. a�orneys@yahoo.com REF: PBN/EST06/2022

SIPHILA SONKE PROPERTY HOLDINGS NOTICE Sec�on 34 of Musina Local Municipality Spa�al

Planning and Land Use Management By-Laws, 2016 Read together with the Provinsion of Clause 20 of Musina Land Use Management Scheme, 2010 and Regula�on 14 of the Spa�al Planning and Land Use Management Regula�on: Land Use Management and General Ma�ers, 2015 Under (Act 16 Of 2013) No�ce is hereby given that in terms of the above-men�oned by-law, I, Dzunisani Maswanganyi, the undersigned of the Siphila Sonke Property Holding (Pty) Ltd, intend applying to the Musina Local Municipality for Special consent to use REMAINDER OF THE FARM TSHIKUNDAMALEMA NO.440-MT for the purpose(s) of construc�ng a Telecommunica�on mast on the property.

Plans and/or par�culars rela�ng to the applica�on may be inspected during normal office hours at, The Manager, Department of Economic Development and Planning, town planning unit, Musina Local Municipality, Civic Centre, Irwin Street, Musina, 0900.

Any person having any objec�on to the gran�ng of this applica�on, must lodge such objec�ons together with the grounds thereof in wri�ng, with The Manager, Planning and Land Use Management, Musina Local Municipality, P.O. Box X611, Musina 0900 within 30 days from the first date of publica�on: 20 May 2022.

First date of adver�sement: 20 May 2022 Second date of adver�sement: 27 May 2022 Objec�on expiry date: 20 June 2022 Applicant: Siphila Sonke Property Holding (Pty) Ltd, 3rd Block, 86 Skilpad RD, Monument Park, Pretoria, 0181, Tel: (012) 346 4255, e-mail: dzunisani@ siphilasonke.co.za site ref: NER9289 NER_ Masisi

SIPHILA SONKE PROPERTY HOLDINGS NDIVHADZO Sec�on 34 of Musina Local Municipality Spa�al Planning and Land Use Management By-Laws, 2016 Read together with the Provinsion of Clause 20 of Musina Land Use Management Scheme, 2010 and Regula�on 14 of the Spa�al Planning and Land Use Management Regula�on: Land Use Management and General Ma�ers, 2015 Under (Act 16 Of 2013) Ndivhadzo �asi ha mulayo wo buliwaho a�o ntha, nne, Dzunisani Maswanganyi, �asi ha tshiimiswa tsho tendelwaho tshinopfi Siphila Sonke Property Holding (Pty) Ltd, ndo ita khumbelo kha masipala wa Musina ya u humbelo thendelo ya u �ata thawara ya dzi thingo khwalwa kha bulasi I divheyaho sa REMAINDER OF THE FARM TSHIKUNDAMALEMA NO.440-MT. Pulane na manwalo a yelanaho na khumbelo iyi zwi wanala kha ofisi ya

minidzhere muhulwane wa: u langula kushumisele kwa mavu , kha masipala wa Musina Local Municipality, Civic Centre, Irwin Street, Musina, 0900, lwa tshi�inga tshi edanaho maduvha a Furaru (30) u bva nga duvha la 20 Shundunthule 2022.

Vha na mbilaelo malugana na iyi khumbelo vha nwalele minidzhere wa masipala wa Musina hu sa athu u �ela maduvha a furaru (30) kha diresi itevhelaho: , Musina Local Municipality, P.O. Box X611, Musina 0900.

Duvha la u thoma la nyandadzo: 20 Shundunthule 2022 Duvha La vhuvili la nyamdadzo: 27 Shundunthule 2022 Duvha la u �edza u tanganedza mbilahelo: 20 Fulwi 2022 Diresi ya dzhendedzi lire mulayoni malugana na khumbelo iyi: Siphila Sonke Property Holding (Pty) Ltd, 3° Block, 86 Skilpad Rd, Monument Park, Pretoria, 0181, Tel: (012) 346 4255, e-mail: Dzunisani@ siphilasonke.co.za site ref: NER9289 NER_ Masisi

TSHIGOMANA ATTORNEYS. NOTICE TO CREDITORS IN TERMS OF SECTION 29 (1) OF THE ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATES ACT 66 OF 1965 All persons having claims against the undermen�oned estate must lodge it with the Executor concerned within 30 days (or as indicated) from date of publica�on hereof. Estate number: 1074/2022 Master’s Office: Thohoyandou, Surname: RATSHITANGA, Names: MUNYADZIWA HILDA, Date of birth: 1957-08-12 Id No. 570812 0217 081, Names of the Executor: Ratshitanga Konanani Angel Last address: Thohoyandou P East 879 Date of death: 2022-0411, Name and Address of Executor or Authorised agent: TSHIGOMANA ATTORNEYS, 83 Tshedza Street, Mvudi Park Muledane, Thohoyandou Block J, CELL:072 972 3671 EMAIL:uapfatshigomana@ gmail.com

TSHIGOMANA ATTORNEYS. NOTICE IN TERMS SECTION 35 (5) OF ACT 66 OF 1965 The First and Final Liquida�on and Distribu�on Account in the Estate of the late NGOBENI TINYIKO MICHAEL of ID No.640621 5633 085 of Shirly Village Elim, Limpopo Province, who died on the 18/11/2021, Ref No.420/2022, Master’s Office: Thohoyandou will be open for inspec�on for a period of 21 days from date of publica�on at the Mater’s offices.

Should no objec�on be lodged with the master’s office during the specified period, the executor will proceed to make payments in accordance with the said account. Signed at Thohoyandou on this the 03rd day of May 2022 TSHIGOMANA ATTORNEYS, 83 Tshedza Street, Mvudi Park Muledane, Thohoyandou Block J , CELL:072 972 3671 EMAIL:uapfatshigomana@ gmail.com

LIMPOPO MIRROR

18 27 MAY 2022

NOTICE

NOTICE OF GRANTED ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORIZATION IN TERMS OF REGULATION 4 (2) FOR A MINING PERMIT OF SAND AND STONE AGGREGATE AND RELATED INFRASTRUCTURAL ACTIVITY ON A PORTION OF THE FARMS UITENPAS 02 MT AND VERBAARD 53 MT ; MAGESTERIAL DISTRICT OF MUSINA, LIMPOPO

Notice of meter verification throughout the Thulamela Municipality

DEPARTMENT REFERENCE NO: LP30/1/3/3/2/1/11581 MP and: LP30/1/3/3/2/1/11582 MP Notice is given in terms of regulation 4(2) of the environmental impact regulation published in government notice R 982 of 08 December 2014, under section 25(5) of the environmental Management Act, 1998(act no, 107 of 1998) as amended, that PHT MINERAL RESOURCES (PTY) LTD (the applicant) has been granted with environmental authorization to conduct mining of chrome and gold and related infrustrural activity on the portions of the FARMS UITENPAS 02 MT AND VERBAARD 53 MT, magisterial district of Musina. The authorization was granted on the 18 of May 2022.

Vhembe District municipality is engaging in a Revenue Enhancement Programme as part of updating the customer billing system, which will lead to financial stability and growth.

As part of the process, meter readers will conduct meter verification throughout Thulamela Municipality. The Process will start on the 27 of May 2022.

The community is required to support the project by welcoming the meter readers to their properties.

For further information contact: Mulaudzi R.D, 067 407 1060

Should you wish to appeal the decision, you must submit your appeal to the minister of department of environmental affairs, and the copy of such appeal must be forwarded to regional manager of department of mineral resources (Limpopo region) within 20 days from date of this notification, the appeal must comply with the national appeal regulation of 2014.

Regional Manager : Limpopo Region, fax mail : 015 297 7230, Email: Thivhulawi.kolani@dmre.gov.za post : private bag X9467, Polokwane, 0700, by hand DMR building, 101 Dorp street, Polokwane, 0699

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PROPOSED EXPANSION OF AN OFFSTREAM BALANCING DAM ON PORTION 4 OF THE FARM WATERVAL 908-MS AT WEIPE, NEAR MUSINA, LIMPOPO PROVINCE In July 2021, Polygon Environmental Planning gave notice of the commencement of the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) and Water Use Licence Application (WULA) processes being undertaken in terms of the EIA Regulations (2014, as amended) and National Water Act (1998, as amended), for the proposed expansion of an offstream balancing dam through the addition of three more storage compartments. The applicant is Depo Weipe Eiendom (Pty) Ltd and the project is proposed at Golden 3 Citrus on Portion 4 of the farm Waterval 908 MS, at Weipe within the Musina Local Municipality, about 60km west of Musina. The compartments are proposed for the storage of water abstracted from the Limpopo River in terms of an existing allocation, for the purpose of irrigation, and no additional abstraction is being applied for.

Please note that the Environmental Scoping Report (ESR) is available for public review and comment at the farm office onsite, from 30 May to 30 June 2022. Electronic copies of the report are also available from Polygon upon request during this period.

Should you have any comments, queries or concerns or if you would like additional information, please contact us before or on 30 June 2022 so that your comments can be incorporated into the final ESR for submission to the Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET).

NYENGEDZEDZO YO DZINGINYWAHO YA DAMU ḼO LINGANELAHO ḼA U BVISA MAḒI KHA TSHIPIḒA TSHA VHUṊA BULASINI YA WATERVAL 908-MS NGEI WEIPE, TSINI NA MUSINA, VUNḒUNI ḼA LIMPOPO Nga Fulwana 2021, Polygon Environmental Planning yo ṋea nḓivhadzo ya u thoma mishumo ya Ṱhaṱhuvho ya Masiandoitwa kha Vhupo (EIA) na Khumbelo ya Ṱhanziela ya Tshumiso ya Maḓi (WULA) ine ya khou itwa malugana na Ndaela dza EIA (dza 2014, sa zwe dza khwinisiswa zwone) na Mulayo wa zwa Maḓi wa Lushaka (wa 1998, sa zwe wa khwinisis-

wa zwone), u itela nyengedzedzo yo dzinginywaho ya damu ḽo linganelaho ḽa u bvisa maḓi nga kha nyengedzedzo ya manwe mararu a u vhulunga maḓi. Muhumbeli ndi Depo Weipe Eiendom (Pty) Ltd nauri thandela yo dzinginywa ngei Golden 3 Citrus kha Tshipiḓa tsha vhuṋa tsha bulasi ya Waterval 908 MS, ngei Weipe kha Masipalawapo wa Musina, vhukule ha khiḽomithara dza 60 vhukovhela ha Musina. Madamu o dzinginywa u itela u vhulunga maḓi ane a bva Limpopo River nga nṱhani ha ane o no ḓi vhaho hone, u itela u sheledza, nauri a hu na zwiṅwe zwe a apuḽaelelwa zwone.

Vha humbelwa uri vha dzhiele nzhele uri Muvhigothangeli wa zwa Vhupo (ESR) u hone ngei ofisini ya bulasini u itela

tsedzuluso na mihumbulo ya tshitshavha, u bva nga ḽa 30 Shundunthule (May) u swika nga ḽa 30 Fulwi (June) 2022.

Khophi dza eḽekthroniki dza muvhigo na dzone dzi wanala kha Polygon musi vho ita khumbelo nga tshenetshi tshifhinga.

Contact / Mukwamiwa:

Mrs Louise Agenbag

Telephone / Luṱingo:

015 307 3606 / 083 339 2731

E-mail / Imeiḽi:

louise@polygon.co.za

Post/ Poswo:

PO Box 1935, Tzaneen, 0850

Vacant position:

(Polokwane and Louis Trichardt):

ASSISTANT BRANCH MANAGER

Job Description: The Assistant Branch Manager will be reporting directly to the Branch manager. His / Her main role is to support the Branch Manager with day to day operations of the branch. This will be include but not limited to the below roles and responsibilities: Roles & Responsibilities: 1. PLANNING for all departments according to the policies and procedures 2. ORGANIZE employees’ duties to optimize productivity 3. Give MOTIVATIONAL guidance to staff by understanding and satisfying their needs.

4. COORDINATE all departments together as a team to achieve the best results 5. CONTROL all results to be up to standard with goals Policies and Procedures 6. Creative DECISION to solve problems effectively 7. Apply win-win NEGOTIATIONS techniques to achieve effective results The Company policies and procedures as well as the yearly financial budget will assist with these roles and responsibilities.

A more detailed job description will be provided upon appointment.

Education, qualifications & experience: • High school diploma • Ideally 2-3 Years retail experience, supervisory/management experience would be advantageous.

• Basic skills with common computer software and Proficient user of MS Office (MS Excel in particular) • Excellent communication and organizational skills.

• Decision-making and problem-solving skills Remuneration: • Market related Closing date: 30 June 2022 South African citizens that comply with the above requirements are invited to submit their CV’s and any supporting documentation to execa@nictus.co.za on or before the closing date.

Only candidates that make the shortlist will be contacted. No documents will be sent back. Candidates who are not contacted within three weeks following the closing date can assume that their applications were unsuccessful.

The Nictus group and its subsidiaries honours the Caracter and spirit of the South African legislation on affirmative action and employment equity.

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Arali vha na mihumbulo, mbudziso kana mbilaelo dziṅwe na dziṅwe, vha tshi ṱoḓa maṅwe mafhungo, vha humbelwa uri vha ri kwame hu sa athu swika kana nga ḽa 30 Fulwi (June) 2022 u itela uri mihumbulo yavho i nga dzheniswa kha ESR ya u fhedzisela ine ya fanela u swikiswa kha Muhasho wa Mveledziso ya Ikonomi, Vhupo na Vhuendelamashango wa Limpopo (LEDET).

Appeal competent authority: department of environmental affairs, directorateappeal legal review, email appealdirectorate@environment.gov.zap post private bag X447, Pretoria 0001, by hand environmental house, corner Steve Biko and Soutpansberg Street, Arcadia, Pretoria,0083 Ad designed by Zoutnet Publishers NOTICE OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATIONPROCESS FOR AN ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORISATION AND PROSPECTINGRIGHT APPLICATIONS Notice is hereby given in terms of Regulation 41 of the Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations 2014, made under Section 24(5) of the National Environment Management Act (Act No. 107 of 1998) and published in Government Notice No. R.326 of 2014 read together with section 16(4) of the Mineral and Petroleum Resource Development Act (Act no: 28 of 2002) as amended of intent to carry out the following activity: Proposed prospecting activity of Limestone, Coal, Diamond (in Kimberlite), Dimension stone (General), Platinum Group Metals and Silica Sand (Silica) on the farms Alldays 259 MS and Currie 258 MS, situated within the jurisdiction of Blouberg Local Municipality of Capricorn District, Limpopo Province.

Name of Applicant: Domanotime (Pty) Ltd DMR Ref no: LP 30/5/1/1/2/14503 PR The proposed project covers an extent of 1 600 Hectares (Ha) of land cover and the area is situated 10km North-East of Alldays Town. The proposed development activity falls within the categories of R 326 Activity 20 and therefore requires Basic Assessment Process. Please be informed that the Consultative Basic Assessment Report and the Environmental Management Programme is available for comments for a 30 days period from date of publication of this notice at Alldays Satellite Office and Taaibosch Tribal Office. In order to participate in the process, or to provide comments and or to register as an Interested and Affected Parties (I&APs) pertaining to the above-proposed development, you are invited to contact the consultant, TPR Mining Resources (Pty) Ltd: TPR Mining Resources (Pty) Ltd Contact: Mr. Thato Ramoraswi Address: No. 29J Woltemade Street, Witbank, 1035 Cell: 087 980 5800 Fax: 086 599 3313 Email: info@tprmining-resources.co.za

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Bloemhof Salt & Chemicals (Pty) Ltd Publication of Social and Labour Plan Notice is hereby given to local communities as required in terms of Regulation 46 of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Regulations (MPRDA Regulations) published in terms of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Development Act 28 of 2002 (MPRDA). This relates to the publication of a Social and Labour Plan (SLP) every 5 years for the duration of a mining right.

Bloemhof Salt & Chemicals (Pty) Ltd is a holder of a Mining Right (Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) reference number LP30/5/1/2/2/128MR with the associated approved SLP in respect of the area referred to as the Zoutpan 459 MS, situated in the Magisterial District of Vhembe and the local Blouberg Municipal area.

Bloemhof Salt & Chemicals (Pty) Ltd SLP has been approved by the DMRE. The SLP addresses issues pertaining to human resources development, local economic development and management of downscaling and retrenchment, with the commitments in respect thereof for the next five-year period.

The approved SLP for Bloemhof Salt & Chemicals (Pty) Ltd SLP can be viewed on the company website: Bergpan.co.za or at the following public libraries, public schools, municipal offices; 1. Traditional authorities Bahananoa Traditional Authority -GaMalebogo Seakamela Traditional Authority -Avon Mamadi Traditional Authority -Taaibosch Makgato Traditional Authority-Kromhoek Kibi Traditional Authority -gaKibi 2. Satellite Offices Eldorado Satellite Office Alldays Satellite Tolwe Satelite office Harrietswish satellite office Inveraan Satelite Office Langlaagte Satelite office Senwabarwana head office (Blouberg Local Municipality Offices).

The SLP is also available at the offices of Bloemhof Salt & Chemicals (Pty) Ltd Farm, District Zoutpan 479 MS, Soutpansberg, Limpopo.

For any additional information please send an email to: bergpan@lantic.net or Telephone: (015) 593 0127

LIMPOPO MIRROR

27 MAY 2022 19

THULAMELA MUNICIPALITY

Private Bag X5066 Thohoyandou 0950 Limpopo Province Tel: (015) 962 7500 Fax: (015) 962 4020 (015) 962 5328

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENTS THULAMELA MUNICIPALITY HEAD OFFICE: THE ECONOMIC HUB OF VHEMBE REGION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INVITE APPLICATIONS FROM SUITABLE CANDIDATES FOR APPOINTMENT ON THE FOLLOWING VACANT POSTS. 1. DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION: ENVIRONMENTAL & WASTE MANAGEMENT POSITION: GENERAL ASSISTANT POST LEVEL: 15 NUMBER OF POSTS:03 ANNUAL SALARY: R149 438.28 REQUIREMENTS • Grade 12 certificate and testimonial confirming experience.

• 1-2 years experience in a related field.

• Experience in cleaning and refuse removal.

• Be able to work under pressure.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Refuse removal from household.

• Sweeping of streets, sidewalks, taxi and bus rank.

• Picking of litter along the streets and main roads, including public open spaces.

• Removal of building rubbles from public places.

• Empty streets and public dustbins.

• Cleaning of rubbish in front of building, streets, taxi and bus ranks and open space.

• Cleaning and maintenance of landfill sites.

• Cleaning of Municipal buildings and recreational facilities.

• Perform any other duties as may be delegated by the supervisor.

2. DEPARTMENT: TECHNICAL SERVICES DIVISION: GRAVEL ROADS POSITION: GENERAL ASSISTANT POST LEVEL: 15 NUMBER OF POSTS:03 ANNUAL SALARY: R149 438.28 REQUIREMENTS • Grade 12 certificates and N3 in Building construction/ Civil Engineering.

• 1-2 years relevant experience.

• Experience in building and plumbing.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist Handyman during execution of work.

• Load and unload material at designed places.

• Perform any general duties related to function of department to ensure that service delivery is accessible to the community.

• Assist Artisan during execution of work.

• Washing and cleaning of tools after usage.

• Writing monthly report. Any other duties delegated by the supervisor.

3. DEPARTMENT: TECHNICAL SERVICES DIVISION: SURFACED ROADS POSITION: GENERAL ASSISTANT POST LEVEL: 15 NUMBER OF POSTS:03 ANNUAL SALARY: R149 438.28 REQUIREMENTS • Grade 12 certificate & N3 in Civil Engineering.

• 1-2 years experience in surface roads maintenance.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist Handyman & Artisans on road maintenance operation.

• Perform general duties related to the departmental functions.

• Assist in setting out the work.

• Load and unload materials at designated places.

• Washing and cleaning tools after work.

• Perform any other duties delegated by supervisor.

4. DEPARTMENT: PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT DIVISION: SURVEY POSITION: GENERAL ASSISTANT POST LEVEL: 15 NUMBER OF POSTS:01 ANNUAL SALARY: R149 438.28 REQUIREMENTS • Grade 12 certificate with Mathematics and N3 in civil engineering.

• 1-2 years experience in a related field.

• Knowledge and skills on the interpretation of maps will be an advantage.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Bush clearing during survey field work.

• Assist survey technician on daily activities.

• Beacons relocation for site boundaries.

• Assist survey during demarcation and allocation of sites.

5. DEPARTMENT: COMMUNITY SERVICES DIVISION: PARKS & CEMETERIES POSITION: GENERAL ASSISTANT POST LEVEL: 15 NUMBER OF POSTS:02 ANNUAL SALARY: R149 438.28 REQUIREMENTS • Grade 12 certificate and testimonial confirming gardening experience.

• Minimum 1-2 years previous practical gardening experience as well as knowledge of plants and horticultural techniques.

• Be able to work under pressure.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Greening and maintenance of all municipal facilities.

• Maintenance of all municipal cemeteries.

• Maintain and establishment of new gardens.

• Control of alien plants and weed control.

• Maintain and develop hard and dry gardens.

6. DEPARTMENT: TECHNICAL SERVICESY DIVISION: BUILDING POSITION: ARTISAN FOREMAN POST LEVEL: 07 NUMBER OF POSTS:01 ANNUAL SALARY: R360 824.76 REQUIREMENTS • Grade 12 certificate, National Diploma in Civil Engineering and Trade test Certificate in Building.

• A valid code 10 (C1) drivers license and public drivers permit (PDP).

• 2-3 years relevant experience in related field.

• Computer literate will be an added advantage.

• Knowledge of building works/ plumbing/ carpenter and painting.

RESPONSIBILITIES • Responsible for scheduling, co-ordinating & supervising the work.

• Ensure that all work is delivered safely on time & within budget.

• Managing equipment and materials required.

• Operate & promote safe working on site.

NB. Application must be submitted on the signed Thulamela Municipality application form obtained on the Website: www.thulamela.gov.za. Accompanied by comprehensive C.V and certified copies of certificates to be forwarded to: THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER, THULAMELA MUNICIPALITY, P/BAG X5066, THOHOYANDOU, 0950 or may be handed in at Office no.130B during working hours.

People with disability are encouraged to apply. No faxed, Emailed or late applications will be considered. For administration enquiries contact: Thenga A.R. @ 015 962 7775 or Ramugondo R.R @ 015 962 7643.

Closing date: 15 June 2022 Should you not be contacted within 30 days after the closing date, accept that your application was unsuccessful. Qualification, employment background check, security vetting and screening will be carried out to all shortlisted candidates. The Municipality reserve the right to appoint.

MT MAKUMULE ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER Thulamela Municipality Civic Centre Old Agriven Building Thohoyandou 0950

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LIMPOPO MIRROR

20 27 MAY 2022

Tshipako’s leader recalls his playing days as “The Magistrate” of the field Born at Tshitereke village on August 17, 1959, he started his school career at the St Scholastica Mission School in Ha-Mulima village.

But, as the Vhavenda tradition demands, he was whisked away from his village and grew up very far removed from his

By Victor Mukwevho The chief of the Tshipako clan, Tshilidzi “The Magistrate” Nemavhola, has fond memories of his soccer-playing days and how he used to mesmerise defenders with his skills.

own people. According to the tradition, the heir to the throne is taken away for fear of being harmed or even killed by contenders for the throne and only comes back for his installation as leader.

“I found myself at a boarding school before I could even see

THULAMELA MUNICIPALITY

Private Bag X5066 Thohoyandou 0950 Limpopo Province Tel: (015) 962 7500 Fax: (015) 962 4020 (015) 962 5328

EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT THULAMELA MUNICIPALITY HEAD OFFICE: THE ECONOMIC HUB OF VHEMBE REGION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER HEREBY INVITES APPLICATIONS FROM SUITABLE QUALIFIED CANDIDATES FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: 1. DEPARTMENT: POSITION: REMUNERATION:

EMPLOYMENT TERM:

what a classroom looked like. I started my schooling days there, and that was where I began playing football,” he said.

After passing standard six, he was taken to Parks College in Ha-Matlala, 20 kilometres west of Polokwane, where he matriculated. “That’s where I played my best football. I also did trials with Pretoria Bantu Callies, but could not sign for them as my parents didn’t want me to leave school for football,” he said.

He started playing for the then Venda National team, where he played with local football greats such as Fondi Ndou, Ivy Mathuba, Horse Ligudu and many other local football heroes.

When he finally came back to Venda, he also stayed at a secret location.

He then joined Shayandima Ford Stars, which was later known as Shayandima Bob Stars. “The team was owned by the Ford motor dealers, and it was composed of a galaxy of local football stars. I later played for Goldville Young Tigers,” he added.

One of his former teammates, Boy Boy Mudau, mentioned that Chief Nemavhola was one of the best players during his days. “He was a marvel to watch when he was at his best. Sometimes he would also mesmerize his own players with his educated left foot,” he said.

Chief “The Magistrate” Nemavhola.

Office of the Municipal Manager Municipal Manager R1,160.847 (minimum) or R1,349.824 (midpoint) or R1,538.800 (maximum) per annum (the Offer of remuneration will be determined by competence and current salary earnings read together with the guidelines as set out in general notice no.351 of 2020 promulgated in Government Gazette No.43122 dated 1 March 2020.

This is a fixed term contract for a period of five (5) Years. The Incumbent will be expected to sign an Employment Contract and Annual Performance Agreement and complete the Disclosure of Financial Interest. The Incumbent will be stationed at Thulamela Local Municipality.

Qualifications, Employment background checks, Security Vetting Screening and Competency Assessment will be carried out for all shortlisted candidates

REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration /Political Sciences /Social Sciences/Law, • 5 years relevant experience at a senior management level, Local Government and have proven successful institutional transformation within public or private sector.

• Municipal Finance Management Programme, • Extensive experience in Financial Management, Policy Development and management, Strategic Planning and Implementation, Programmed Management, Monitoring, Evaluation and Reporting on Services Delivery, • Extensive experience in community facilitation and networking, • Advanced knowledge and understanding of relevant policy and legislation, • Advanced understanding of institutional governance systems and performance management, • Advanced understanding of council operations and delegation of powers.

• Good governance.

• Audit and risk management establishment and functionality.

• Budget and finance management.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS As Head of Administration and Accounting officer, the Municipal Manager will be responsible for the following: • Developing and implementing the Municipality’s Performance Management System.

• Managing the Municipality and Administration in accordance with the constitution of the Republic, Local Government, Municipal Finance Management Act, Municipal System Act, and other relevant Legislations applicable to the Municipality.

• Managing the provision of services to local communities in the affairs of the Municipality.

• Developing and maintaining systems to provide Community satisfaction with Municipal services.

• Managing, appointing and maintaining staff discipline.

• Ensuring effective and efficient utilization of the Municipality’s Resources.

• Promoting sound Labour relations and compliance by the Municipality with applicable Labour Legislations.

• Advising office-bearers with regard to the Legal implications of the Council decisions.

• Managing communication between office bearers and Employees of the Municipality.

• Administer and oversee the implementation of Municipal Policies, By-laws and other relevant Provincial and National Legislations.

• Ensuring sound management of all Assets, Income and Expenditure of the Municipality.

• Discharging Liabilities of the Municipality in an efficient and effective manner.

• Implementing the strategic goals for the Municipality through co-operative and innovative teamwork.

• Oversee the management of all Equipment’s and Capital Resources to ensure accountability by all Departments.

NB. Application must be submitted on the signed Thulamela Local Municipality application form obtainable on the website:www.thulamela.gov.za. accompanied by comprehensive CV and certified copies of certificates to be forwarded to: The Municipal Manager, Thulamela Municipality, P/Bag x5066,Thohoyandou,0950 or may be handed in at Office no.130B during working hours. People with disability encouraged to apply.

Enquiries should be directed to the office of Senior Manager: Corporate Services. Ms Todani A.N @ 015 962 7593 Closing date: 15 JUNE 2022 Shortlisted candidates will be required for integrity check before appointment.

Should you not be contacted within 30 days after the closing date, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful. NB: Thulamela Municipality reserves the right not to fill the advertised post.

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LIMPOPO MIRROR

Breakers beat Stars 4-1

The goal was an insult to the players of Breakers. They regrouped Tshikhwani Stone Breakers from behind, initiating some promare still in a joyous mood after ising moves as they approached beating their much-feared optheir opponents’ danger area. In the ponents, Makhitha Oscar Stars, 25th minute, Livhuwani Masindi 4-1 in their MMK Administratried his luck from outside the box. tors promotional play-off match A defender of Stars, Frans Lethole, played at Tshifulanani Stadium deflected the ball back into his own on Saturday. net in an attempt to clear.

Breakers have now qualified for Stars replaced Arehone Mbothe next round of the promotional di and Stewardson Maputa with play-off matches that will be played Lebohang Mpasha and Ndamulelo the coming weekend.

Maimela 15 minutes before the Stars were the first to find the net half time break. Breakers increased on Saturday. They were awarded their margin in the 39th minute a free kick in the 20th minute. when Mashudu Mulaudzi was on Stewardson Maputa was obstructed target, following a square pass from within the box and the referee, Mr Pfarelo Mutshinya.

Eric Munyai, awarded a free kick.

Stars lost their original fighting The veteran player, Given Makuya, spirit with time and were severely took it upon himself to take the free punished. Realising that their ball kick and hit the back of the net. distribution was poor, Breakers strengthened their midfield by replacing Thwalima Ramashidzha with Marubini Mushukwa.

Breakers increased the margin in the 74th minute. Their top goal scorer, Livhuwani Masindi, scored with a half volley. Suleman Thiago was cautioned with a card for a rough tackle on Shepard Ramavhale.

Breakers took the score to 4-1 in the 80th minute.

This was after Stars started to set offside traps. Khetho Tahula beat the offside-trap and sent the Stars’ keeper, Engedzani Musehana, the Arehone Mbodi of Stars with the wrong way. ball. Photo: Kaizer Nengovhela.

By Kaizer Nengovhela

27 MAY 2022 21

Two for Joy Ladies silence Morning Stars The home side capitalised on the setback and scored their second goal Two for Joy Ladies FC maintained towards the end of the first half. They their unbeaten record by crushing La- were awarded a corner kick in the 44th coste Morning Stars 2-0 in their Sasol minute. Glanda Kubayi gave the ball the Women’s League match that was final touch, following a scramble within played at the Raliphaswa Grounds on the box.

Saturday.

Morning Stars effected some changes Two for Joy had a good game plan. to their original line-up in the last half.

They approached the game aggressively, The visitors then started to play attackwith their midfielders dishing out some ing football. Realising that Morning telling passes to the goal poachers.

Stars were unstoppable, Two for Joy Morning Stars were running for cover decided to abandon their positions and for the better part of the first half. packed themselves at the back to defend The hosts could have scored more their 2-0 lead. The decision worked for than five goals in the first 45 minutes, them as the Stars tried in vain to penebut their strikers were unlucky at the trate their defence. goal finish on numerous occasions. Two Two for Joy are now leading Stream for Joy finally broke the deadlock in the B with 13 points from five matches, 24th minute when Languta “Malangu” following the victory. The defeat was Maluleke beat the keeper with a ground the first for Lacoste Morning Stars this cutter. The struggle continued, with season. the visitors from Shayandima running They are lying in the second position around like headless chickens. on the log standings with 12 points that

By Frank Mavhungu

By Kaizer Nengovhela Last Saturday was a sad day for Bungeni Young Tigers, when they were hammered 5-1 by Mashamba Soccer Academy in an MMK Administrator promotional play-off match at Tshifulanani Stadium.

That Academy would win the match was evident from the start as United were outclassed in all departments. Tigers nearly took the lead in the fifth minute, when their bulldozer striker, Amukelani

etzee, who is blind, won a silver medal at the Paralympic Games Paralympic silver medallist in Tokyo in 2020/21.

Louzane Coetzee visited the EmShe advised learners to avoid distractions such as getting mixed up with drugs and going to parties where they are enticed to imbibe liquor, while they should rather be studying. “This kind of lifestyle might seem fun and feel good, but I am telling you, it only lasts for a short moment, and while you are having a nice time, your future gets lost.”

Coetzee told her young listeners that for them to know what they wanted to be later in life was important, and that they should make the kind of decisions they would From left to right are Sandy James, Muralda van der Nest, Cllr Skenkie Tshinot regret. To do this, davhu, Paralympic silver medalist Lauzane Coetzee, Claus Kempen and Cllr she said, they should Mpho Mukosi. Photo: Kaizer Nengovhela.

Mathevula, went loose and shot wide from the edge of the box.

Emmanuel Rambau of Academy opened the scoring in the ninth minute. Kholofelo Mamabolo increased the margin with a second goal when he beat the keeper with a marvellous shot two minutes later.

Academy’s midfielders took it upon themselves to control the game. Lucky Munyai forced his way through the defence of Tigers and chipped the ball to Emmanuel Rambau to complete his

manuel Christian School in Louis Trichardt on Friday, 13 May, to address the Grade 12 learners on the importance of education. Co-

surround themselves with people who could help make a difference in their future lives. “Bad relationships can also divert one from one’s intended goals. Choose successful people as role models; people who can encourage you to work hard to achieve those goals. Having a role model in life usually helps a person to be able to draw a picture of where he or she wants to be in the future. Study hard, as it is up to every individual to make it or fail in life,” Coetzee said.

Cllr Skenkie Tshidavhu from the Vhembe District Municipality told the learners that they could succeed, irrespective of their background. “Always be true to yourself, focus on your studies, and study hard. Know where you come from, as it will always help you to know where you want to go. Do not keep your goals small; aim high and always perform to your level best,” she said.

Masutha uses local talent to fill Black Leopards squad ers in 1990, where he played with players such as “Killer” Mulaudzi, After saving Black Leopards from Sathiel Phasha, Moses Muthelo and the jaws of relegation in the Glad Salter Netshitahame, to mention Africa Champions League, Black just a few.

Leopards coach Joel “Muporofita” After two years of playing for the Masutha says credit should be giv- team, he said Leopards recruited en to the players for giving it their nine players from Stone Breakers. all in their last 12 games.

He still remembers the first game he In an exclusive interview with played for Black Leopards in 2004.

Limpopo Mirror on Monday, “My first game for Leopards was Masutha said that after joining the against Pimville United Brothers in team, he realised he had to bolster the third division of the PSL. I was the playing squad with local players. recruited during the weekend, and “I attended a lot of local tournaI was surprised to be named in the ments and signed a few local players first team, even though I did not who came and helped the team. To train with the squad. We won the be honest, I wanted players who game 5-1,” he said. identify themselves with the Black His coaching career kicked off in Leopards brand and are ready to die 2005 when Selaelo Matloga recruitfor the badge,” he said. ed him to be a goalkeeper coach.

Masutha’s soccer career started He worked with him until Bobby when he joined Mamuhoyi Young Solomons joined the team and was Boys when he was still a teenager. promoted to be an assistant coach He started as a midfielder, but one but still doing duties as goalkeeper. day the goalkeeper did not pitch up He worked with coaches such as and he was asked to man the poles, Matloga, Bibey Mutombo and Gavin and the rest, as they say, is history.

Hunt.

He joined Tshikuwi Stone BreakWhen Masutha was asked why

By Victor Mukwevho

Two for Joy Ladies’ first goal scorer, Languta “Malangu” Maluleke.

Photo: supplied.

Mashamba Academy hammer Young Tigers

Paralympic medalist motivates learners at Emmanuel

By Kaizer Nengovhela

they have accumulated from the same number of matches.

Mandebele Happy Fighters Ladies are shining on top of Stream A with 12 points.

he concentrated only on recruiting local players, he said it did not make sense to him to go to Kwazulu-Natal to recruit players, while he could get the same quality of player locally.

“Don’t get me wrong. I don’t favour local players ahead of players from outside the province. I go for quality players. If there is a skilful player around, why waste time and money following another player [with similar qualities] from another province,” he said.

About saving the team that was in the last position when he joined in the middle of the year, he said this was not the first time he had helped Black Leopards survive relegation.

“The last time I coached the team, they were in 13th position when I joined them. We moved to position no 2 and qualified for the promotional play-offs, where we ended up winning promotion to the DStv Premiership. But even though I was fired after a few games in the premiership, I knew that if Leopards came back for my services, I would re-join them, because this team is in

my heart,” he added.

On Monday, Masutha was taking one of his lethal strikers, Tiklas Thutlwa, to the Glad Africa Awards ceremony to be held in Johannesburg over the weekend. He is the top goal scorer in the Glad Africa Championship League with 16 goals.

brace with a header, to make the halftime score 3-0.

Treasure Mkhavele of Tigers scored the only goal of his team.

Academy’s fourth goal came via Lucky Munyai, who beat the keeper, Andzani Mthombeni.

The fifth goal came in the 87th minute, when Phodzo Rathanya received the ball from the centre line and beat three defenders. He passed the ball to Mukhethwa Raswiswi, who sent it back to him to give it the final touch.

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LIMPOPO MIRROR

22 27 MAY 2022

Tshimuthe give Madridtas a match to remember Oriphulusa Netshishivhe in the 14th minute. Netshishivhe Tshimuthe FC are still in formed a good combination a celebratory mood after with Emmanuel Murwamadala beating Madridtas FC 2-1 in in the middle of the park. their group winners’ playoff Madridtas’ endless effort match for the Safa Vhembe did not pass without reward.

Regional Association that was Their overlapping midfielder, played at the Rabali Stadium Tendani Rasivhendele, was on Saturday. brought down within the box.

The game was characterised The referee was compelled by yellow cards. The referee, to award a penalty against Mr Mulalo Mubva, had to flash Tshimuthe. Phunzo “Sdumo” five yellow cards and a red card Tshikotshi blasted in a rocket in the game. from the white spot.

Madridtas were all over TshiZwonndina Matidze of muthe in the first 10 minutes Tshimuthe was lucky not to see of the game. Their strikers red in the 26th minute. This caused upsets time after time after he had tackled Phumudzo by fumbling with the ball at the Kwinda from behind. Tshigoal finish. Realising that their muthe were awarded a free midfielder, Tsepo Matumba, kick in the 30-metre area five was out of form, Madridtas minutes before the end of the were forced to replace him with first half. Parnell Didzolapi beat

By Frank Mavhungu

the keeper with a half volley from the free kick to bring the half-time score to 1-1.

Tshimuthe were looking hungry for glory in the last half. They replaced Tshanduko Singo and Wavhudi Takalani with Thikhathali Managa and Ofhani Vele respectively. They scored the winning goal in the 68th minute. Their diminutive striker, Tsiko Khothisi, beat the keeper with a half volley from the 20-metre area.

Tshimuthe were reduced to 10 men in the 74th minute.

Their right back, Zwonndina Matidze, was given his marching orders for a second bookable offence. Madridtas failed to capitalise on Tshimute’s setback as the score-line remained unchanged until the referee blew the final whistle.

Phumudzo Kwinda of Madridtas (right) and Zwonndina Matidze of Tshimuthe chase the ball.

Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

Amazing victory for Sambandou

By Frank Mavhungu Sambandou United Professionals are still in with a chance, following their 3-1 victory over Berea FC in their group winners’ playoff match for the Safa Vhembe Regional Association, which was played at the Rabali Stadium on Saturday.

As if they were going to bury their opponents alive, Berea were the first to blow the trumpet.

The game was evenly contested in the first half, but Berea’s original fighting spirit faded as the game progressed. Berea’s solitary goal came in the 30th minute. The team’s captain, Dakalo Ratshitanga, forced his way through the defence of Professionals before dishing a pre-cooked pass to Phuluso Ramanzi, who gave the ball the final touch.

Berea enjoyed the 1-0 lead until the proceedings for the first half came to an end. United Professional came back from the half-time break with renewed self-confidence. They solidified

Dakalo Ratshitanga of Berea (left) and Obed Dzialwa of United Professionals wrestle to win the ball. Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

their midfield by introducing Bethuel Kwinda and Khathutshelo Mmbengwa, who replaced Sydney Mulondo and Soul Matambila respectively.

Khathutshelo Mmbengwa made his presence felt when he scored his team’s equalising goal in the 57th minute. He blasted in a rocket after a scramble within the box.

Obed Dzialwa of United Professionals was the only player who was reprimanded with a card.

He tackled Gudani Munyai from behind in the 64th minute, prompting the referee to produce yellow. United Professional took the lead in the 70th minute. Bethuel Kwinda found the net with a long-range ground cutter. Berea then tried their luck by replacing John Manenzhe and Wamashudu Mugeri with Edwin Ramphabana and Dakalo Musetsho respectively. Their effort was not good enough to stop United Professional from increasing the margin. Bethuel Kwinda completed his brace with a half volley from the edge of the box. The keeper of Berea, Tshifhiwa Rasivhaga, watched helplessly as the ball went beyond his reach.

Khathutshelo Mmbengwa of United Professionals chases the ball. Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

Phumudzo Kwinda of Madridtas (right) and Zwonndina Matidze of Tshimuthe chase the ball. Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

Angel opens gymnastics club in Thohoyandou

By Kaizer Nengovhela Well-known local gymnast Angel Mulaudzi has her heart set on producing many more gymnasts from the rural areas.

Angel has started her own club, called Wavhudi Gymnastics, in Thohoyandou. She said she initiated the club with the idea to develop rural young people and give them an opportunity to get trained in gymnastics. “I have seen impressive talent locally and came up with the idea of starting a club. Gymnastics teaches one to work hard, be disciplined and stay focused. It also helps with social interactions - knowing and accepting gymnasts from different backgrounds. Lastly, gymnastics is fun!”

She invites young boys and girls who are interested in gymnastic to come and join them. “We are planning to make this sport big, and we want everyone to participate. If we get sponsors in the future, we will reward the gymnasts to strengthen their spirits.” She also invites businesspeople to support her club with sponsorships for the students.

Angel is a second-year student at Univen, where she studies for a BSc in sport and exercise science. In 2021, she participated at the SA Gymnastic Games and returned home with

Well-known local gymnast Angel Mulaudzi wants to produce world champion gymnasts from the rural areas. Photo: Kaizer Nengovhela. five gold medals.

Growing up in rural Limpopo herself, she knows how scarce sporting resources can be.

She trained gymnasts for a long time, and now aspires to continue this practise to help other promising gymnasts to reach their dreams and to produce world champions from the Vhembe area, without their having to move to the cities in search of better opportunities. “There is so much talent in the rural villages just waiting to be explored. We must nurture it, else it will be lost forever,” she said.

Victory for Tshiungani Young Chiefs

By Frank Mavhungu

and Eric Mokone with Daniel Sebola and David Sibanda respectively. The captain of Igwe, Mutshutshu Mudau, was booked for a continued argument with the referee.

Thomas Mbene of Igwe handled the ball within the box, prompting the referee to award a penalty to Young Chiefs. Rinae Maluga, who came on as a substitute for Takalani Sikhathi, made no mistake from the white spot.

The score was still 1-1 at the end of the regulation time and the winner had to be determined through a penalty shootout. Young Chiefs then managed to convert four of their five chances through Asaria Mamburu, Christopher Netshimbupfe, Fhumulani Hlungwane and Rinae Malusa, while Igwe could score only twice from the white spot.

Igwe FC will not take part in the next round of the group winners’ playoffs for the Safa Vhembe Regional Association. They were booted out by Tshiungani Young Chiefs, who beat them 5-3 at the Rabali Stadium on Saturday.

The game was equally contested from start to finish. Igwe threatened to score in the ninth minute. Their centre forward, Dalton Tshikovhi, received a neat pass from Eric Mokone and unleashed a half volley from the 20-metre area. The ball went a little wide, much to the disappointment of the team’s fans. The Musina side continued to knock on the opposition’s door, with Young Chiefs playing with their backs against the wall.

Igwe finally broke the deadlock in the 34th minute. Thomas Mbene headed home, following a corner kick that was taken by Eric Mokone.

The goal was a wakeup call for Young Chiefs. They took the game to Igwe for the remaining part of the first half. The score remained unchanged until the end of the first stanza, despite numerous attempts from each side.

Igwe effected two changes to their starting line-up five minutes into the last Azwinndini Maemu of Young Chiefs and Penwell Mbali of Igwe (right) half. They replaced wrestle to win the ball. Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

Nditsheni Maimela

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27 MAY 2022 23

Rodadau and Merwe United Ladies Maindis Ladies to collect more points on the warpath in women’s league

City Lads at the Parow Park Gama FC and Durban Ladies Stadium outside Cape Town. at the Athlone Stadium in After collecting the maxiBloemfontein Celtic will enjoy Cape Town. The fixtures for mum league points at the the home-ground advantage in next Wednesday, 1 June, are expense of the University their match against Richmond Durban Ladies vs University of of Johannesburg FC, whom United, which will be played at Johannesburg, Maindis Ladies they had crushed 3-1 at the the Dr Molemela Stadium in vs Richmond United, Golden Giyani Stadium last Saturday, Bloemfontein. Celtic are still Ladies vs Tsunami Queens, Maindis Ladies are geared fresh from a 5-2 victory over First Touch FC vs TUT Football to deposit more significant Thunderbirds Ladies. RichClub and Mamelodi Sundowns points into their league acmond United are also sharpvs Bloemfontein Celtic. count this weekend. They will ened to kill after play against Tsunami Queens beating Tsunami in their Hollywoodbets Super Queens 5-1 at the League match at the Goble Galeshewe Stadium Park Stadium in Bethlehem, in Kimberly last Free State, on Saturday Saturday. afternoon.

Thunderbirds Although this will be an away Ladies will host Mafixture for them, indications melodi Sundowns at are that Tsunami Queens will the Tsakane Stadium be lucky if they manage to hold in Johannesburg.

Maindis to a draw. Maindis TUT Football Club managed to win three of the will take on JVW FC six league matches they have at the TUT Campus played to date. They are lying Stadium. University in the ninth position with nine of Johannesburg points, while Tsunami Queens and Golden Ladies are still to win a league match will test each other’s so far. strength at the UJ The defenders of Tsunami Campus Stadium.

Queens must keep an eye on First Touch FC will the strikers of Maindis, Molepo visit the University Rapatsa Tebogo Mnisi and of Western Cape FC Tswarelo Digaota, or else they at the UWC Campus will concede an avalanche of Stadium. goals.

The only match Coal City Wizards will that will be played travel to Cape Town. They will on Sunday will be Maindis’ killer striker, Molepo Rapatsa. fight for league points against between Vasco da Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

By Frank Mavhungu

will be seen on Sunday. The match not to be missed will be between Lacoste Morning Stars and Sisters FC that will be played at the Shayandima School Grounds on Saturday.

Morning Stars and Sisters are closely contesting for the league title. The Stars are lying in the second position on the log standings with 12 points, while Sisters are close behind in the third place with seven points. Both have played five matches to date.

Morning Stars must win the match to restore their pride after losing 0-2 to Two for Joy Ladies at the Raliphaswa Grounds last Saturday. Sisters too must win the match to keep their title hopes alive. Sisters were unexpectedly held to a 3-3 draw by Real Mighty Girls at the Nwamitwa

By Frank Mavhungu This weekend will be a busy one for the teams affiliated to the Limpopo Stream of the Sasol Women’s League. Most of the matches will be played on Saturday, while only one

Rodadau’s dribbling wizard, Sbongile Sebetha.

Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

Grounds outside Tzaneen last Saturday.

Rodadau FC will travel to Malamulele, where they will play against Merwe United Ladies at the Merwe Stadium. Rodadau and Merwe are still to win a league match to date. Merwe United will have a mammoth task to stop the strikers of Rodadau, Sbongile Sebetha, Pheeha Ramashapa and Puleni Sebola.

Real Mighty Girls will host the University of Limpopo FC at the Xikukwani Stadium outside Giyani. Sealene Ladies will host Tshandama Young Stars at the Lulekani Stadium in Phalaborwa. Marumo Gallants and Kanatla Ladies will do battle for league points at the Old Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane. Copper Belts FC will have a date with FC 50 Stars United at the Seshego Stadium in Polokwane.

Mandebele Happy Fighters Ladies and Seven Stars Ladies will meet at the Groblersdal Stadium. The only match that will be played on Sunday will be between Schoonord Ladies and Capricorn Stars Sport Development at the Manamela Stadium outside Polokwane.

Black Leopards’ striker, Tiklas Thutlwa, crowned as league’s top scorer

By Frank Mavhungu

The GladAfrica Championship League’s top goal scorer, Tiklas “Castro” Thutlwa. Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

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Although the team did not manage to gain automatic promotion to the DStv Premiership League or to qualify for the promotional playoffs this season, Black Leopards have something to be proud of. Lidoda duvha finished their league programme in the ninth position on the log standings with 39 points accumulated from 30 matches, and the team’s diminutive striker, Tiklas “Castro” Thutlwa, is the top goal scorer in the GladAfrica Championship League.

The 22-year-old sharpshooter has scored 14 goals this season. Three of his goals were scored in their last league game against Platinum City Rovers, which was played at the Olën Park Stadium in Potchefstroom on Sunday, 15 May. Sakhile Hlongwa of Richards Bay FC is in the second position with 13 goals, while Edmore Chirambadara of Pretoria Callies has completed the league programme with 11 goals. Khuda Muyaba of Polokwane City and Luvuyo Phewa of University of Pretoria FC had each scored 10 goals. Ndiviwe Mdabuka of Cape Town All Stars and Ishmael Wadi of JDR Stars have nine goals to their credit each.

Three players, Mohau Mokate of TS Sporting, Thabiso Nkoana of Platinum City Rovers and the captain of Tshakhuma Tsha Madzivhandila FC Makhado Local Football Associa�on Stream D Team

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7

3

2

22

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24

Pfananani United FC

12

7

3

2

17

7

24

Nthabalala United Stars

11

6

3

2

16

9

21

Thembisa Las Vegas

12

5

6

1

16

10

21

Mulima FC

10

5

2

3

9

9

17

Elim Njhakanjkaha FC

12

5

2

5

11

12

17

Maphadzha Try Again

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11

5

16

Waterval Real Stars

11

4

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17

14

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Mailaskop Ac�on Killers

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6

12

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My Time FC

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12

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Mailaskop Academy FC

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6

16

18

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14

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Hanani Home Fighters

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13

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37

13

43

SINTHUMULE KUATAMA

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13

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36

34

48

Tshakhuma Blue Birds

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10

3

5

38

28

33

DZANANI 1 T/ ASSOCIATION

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66

38

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Ramukhuka Bvumo La Shango

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9

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32

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30

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23

13

5

5

45

26

19

44

Yebo Yes FC

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7

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19

23

MAVHUNGA MASTERS

23

10

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44

3

33

Malindini FC

13

4

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21

16

19

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67

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18

Doli Anchors FC

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4

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10 15

24

14

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23

2

6

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82

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(TTM), Rhulani Manzini, had managed to score seven goals each. Seven players who had each scored six goals are Thulani Maphakisa (Jomo Cosmos), Mike Modise (JDR Stars), Kao-

gelo Mosadi (Pretoria Callies), Sibongiseni Mthethwa (Richards Bay FC), Rotondwa Mutsivhuli (Venda Football Academy), Moeketsi Sekola (Free State Stars) and Anton Van Rooi

(Hungry Lions), Ranga Chivaviro of Venda Football Academy and Rendani Ndou of TTM are among the players whose names appear on the long list of players who had scored three goals each.

“Jordaan group” may have already won the Safa Vhembe battle

By Kaizer Nengovhela

The names were forwarded to the Safa’s national office.

From the bits of information that could be gathered, two factions are vying for power in the Vhembe region.

The majority of Local Football Association delegates support Philbert Ndove as the new president and Sam Matodzi as the secretary, while the other group support the current leadership comprising George Kubayi as president and Mulimisi Muneri as secretary.

Safa instructed all regional associations to submit the names of nominees before 20 May. From what could be gathered, the names of Kubayi and Muneri did not appear in these lists. The regions were also instructed to hold their elections before 30 May. The new Safa leadership is believed to want to fortify themselves in anticipation

The battle between two factions within the Safa Vhembe region is heading for a showdown this weekend when the long-awaited regional conference and elections take place.

The two factions were at each other’s throats the past few weeks, with disruptions and even threats of court interdicts being the order of the day. The outcome of the weekend’s elections will probably show how the pendulum has swung between the old Safa Vhembe leadership and the new one.

The current leadership is being accused of running the association as their personal fiefdom, trampling on Safa’s constitution and flouting corporate governance principles.

The candidates who were nominated by the four Local Football Associations (LFAs) are supporting the current president of Safa, Danny Jordaan, who is aiming to be elected as president for a third term. The current leadership of Safa Vhembe is, on the other hand, supporting Ms Ria Ledwaba to be the new president of Safa.

The battle is set to play out at Munakisi lodge at Muledane on Saturday. A meeting of LFAs to submit The current Safa Vhembe representative, George Kuthe names of their nominated candidates took place bayi, was not nomminated. in Thohoyandou on 6 May. Photo: Kaizer Nengovhela.

of problems. The coming elections have already caused instability in the Safa-affiliated association. The current leadership recently declared the nominations null and void, and ordered the process to start afresh, as many current executive members were unhappy about the processes followed.

Some of the members from different LFAs say that, as far as they are concerned, the 2022 Safa Vhembe elections are over, as Ndove and his group, who are their preferred candidate, will succeed. “The Local Football Associations have already taken a decision on who is going to lead Safa Vhembe. We know for a fact that the few LFA had separate meetings, where they declared their preferred candidate, and it was Ndove and his group,” said one person with knowledge of what is happening in the inner circles.

Sam Matodzi was nominated for the position of secretary.

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Jeff “911” Magagane ready to claim his title in re-match Local boxer Jeff “911” Magagane promised his fans a night of blood, sweat and tears when he faces his opponent, Sthembiso Maduna again for the featherweight re-match at the Booysens Boxing Club on Sunday, 29 May. Magagane and Maduna fought each other in KwaZulu-Natal in February last year, but Magagane called for a rematch as he felt the referee’s decisions were not fair.

Maduna won the fight by a few points. “I am happy that my request was

granted. I will prove that I am the best and that the judges were wrong when they gave him the title,” he said.

“I warn fans not to blink, because they may miss the knock-out punch.

Watch out for Magagane. I will not disappoint my local fans, especially as I will be fighting at home. I want to avenge the loss I suffered when he [Maduna] robbed me of my title.”

Magagane is adamant that he will outclass his opponent and said that he was not moved by Maduna’s recent threats to dent his record. “I am well prepared for the fight, and I am sure that I will bring home the champion-

ship belt. I am ready. I am physically and emotionally fit, and with the support from fans, coupled with the training, there is no way my opponent can beat me. I promise to floor him.”

Meanwhile, Maduna said he looked forward to beating Magagane for a second time.

He said he was happy when BSA allowed the re-match. “I’m ready for him. This fight will pave the route for me to contest internationally. I need more fights. That is most definitely my ultimate goal. I want to be the unified champion and the goal that I’ve set out for myself,” said Maduna.

Jeff “911” Magagane promises his fans blood, sweat and tears when he faces his opponent, Sthembiso Maduna, again for the featherweight re-match at the Booysens Boxing Club on Sunday, 29 May. Photo: Christo Smith.

Artists and Young Chiefs in champ-ofchamps tournament

By Frank Mavhungu Nine teams from the Safa Vhembe Regional League will take part in the champ-of-champs tournament this weekend. The matches will be played at three different venues on Sunday.

The teams have been divided into three groups. The first group will play their matches at the Tshifulanani Stadium, where the opening match will be between Sambandou United Professionals and Tshikhwani Stone Breakers. The match is scheduled to start at 08:00.

United Professionals will not have much time to rest after the game. They will be expected to play their last match for the day against Tshivhazwaulu Peace Makers about two hours later. Tshikhwani Stone Breakers and Tshivhazwaulu Peace Makers will wrap up the day’s programme later in the afternoon.

The second group, which comprises Mashamba Soccer Academy, United Artists and Tshiungani Young Chiefs, will play their matches at the Rabali Stadium. Mashamba Soccer Academy and Tshiungani Young Chiefs will be the first to enter the field of play. United Artists and Mashamba Soccer Academy will follow suit at 11:30. The match that is expected to be the final

Ready to cause an upset against United Artists Tshiungani Young Chiefs.

Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

before the actual final will be between Tshiungani Young Chiefs and United Artists, which is scheduled to start at 15:00. Young Chiefs had beaten Igwe FC 5-3 in their group winners match at the same venue last Saturday, while United Artists’ way to the champ-of-champs stage went via Marhavi FC, whom they beat 2-1 at the Saselamani Stadium on the same day.

Teams belonging to the third group, SMSA FC, Tshimuthe FC and Rabali Pull Together, will play their matches at the Saselamani Stadium. SMSA and Tshimuthe FC will open the programme for the day. Rabali Pull Together and SMSA will test each other’s strength towards midday. The final match will be between Tshimuthe FC and Rabali Pull Together.

The best team from each group together with the best runner-up will secure places in the semi-final stage. According to the general secretary of the league, Mr Eric Muneri, the date and venue for the semi-final matches will be announced after Sunday’s matches.

The overall winner will represent the region in the provincial promotional playoffs. The best two teams in the provincial playoffs will be promoted to the ABC Motsepe League.

One of the favourites in the third group, Tshimuthe FC. Photo: Frank Mavhungu.

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