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Water should be used sparingly besides full dams NORTHERN CAPE: Despite the water supply storage capacity of the Northern Cape surpassing the 100% mark, the Department of Water and Sanitation has urged South Africans to use water sparingly. This as the country remains water scarce. According to the latest report by the department, the water supply storage capacity of the Northern Cape stands at 104.5%. "This is by no means a license to use water wastefully, as South Africa
remains a water-scarce country ranked the 30th driest country in the world. The department, therefore, urges all water users including agriculture, farming, mining, industry, and all residents to continue to use water sparingly," the department said on Wednesday. The two largest rivers passing through the Northern Cape, namely, Orange River is at 113.1% and the Vaal River at 103.9%...(continue on page 4)
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Warning: “Hand sanitizer, the new drink” During this pandemic, people have been faced with many challenges and changes taking place, life changes such as lockdown and curfew. We are obliged to wear masks and use hand sanitizer to protect us from this virus. Now, more problems have surfaced and FAMSA has realized that many people especially young children according to CDC (Centres for Disease Control and Prevention) have started ingesting hand sanitizer for various reasons; high alcohol content, less expensive than alcoholic beverages, easier to purchase, social pressures/ experimentation & alcohol addiction. It is our job as adults to protect our children and to stop this trend we are currently facing. Hand sanitizer contains between 60-95% alcohol, alcohol such as ethanol (ethyl alcohol), isopropanol
(isopropyl alcohol), and methanol (methyl alcohol). These types of alcohol are not made to be ingested in any way. This alcohol intake is very dangerous and comes with many effects such as; headaches, blurred vision, nausea and vomiting, stomach pain, decreased coordination, organ damage, unconsciousness & death. If you or someone you know has ingested hand sanitizer, seek medical attention right away. Even if only a small amount has been consumed, it’s important to get checked out by a healthcare professional who can assess you for health concerns. We at FAMSA are here to assist with your emotional well-being, you can contact us if you need any help. FAMSA Kathu: 053 723 1564/ 082 727 8810 - Written by Zhane Oppel (Registered Counsellor at FAMSA)
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Northern Cape Province achieve a 66% pass rate in the 2020 Matric exams
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JOHANNESBURG: The overall pass rate for the class of 2020 is 76.2 percent. This is a drop from 2019. But Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga says she is very pleased with the results. Motshegka said that if it had not been for the COVID pandemic, the class of 2020 could have produced even better results. Motshekga's deputy Reginah Mhaule opened the address by acknowledging the "turbulence" of 2020. Mhaule emphasized the importance of nutrition regardless of school closures; uninterrupted water and sanitation; and Life Orientation as a subject that prepares learners for stressful life events. Motshekga praised the efforts of Grade 12’s. "The class of 2020 did not have holidays or weekends. Most gratifying was the teachers who also worked hard with learners." Motshekga also praised the efforts of university partners, NGOs, and corporate partners for their support of the learners. The minister announced the department would be prioritizing foundational skills in literacy, early childhood development, and refocusing
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the three-stream school model. The Free State maintains the top position for the second year at 85.1 percent. Gauteng's pass rate was recorded as 83.3 percent, the Western Cape 79 percent, and KwaZulu Natal moved to the fourth position with 77.6 percent. North West Province reported a pass rate of 76.2 percent, Mpumalanga 73.7 percent, Limpopo 68.2 percent, the Eastern Cape 68.1 percent. The Northern Cape recorded a pass rate of 66.6 percent. The minister said there has been an increase in the number of distinctions received this year. Mhaule encouraged all matriculants who did not pass to sign up for the Matric Second Chance Programme. Details for the program can be found on the Department of Education's website: http://education.gov.za. The overall 2020 Matric Pass Rate is 76.2%. Provincial performance is as follows: Free state 85.1%, Gauteng 83.3%, Western Cape 79.9%, KwaZulu Natal 77.6%, North West 76.2, Mpumalanga 73.7%, Limpopo 68.2, Eastern Cape 68.1%, Northern Cape 66% — Dr. Reginah Mhaule (February 22, 2021)
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Full dams means we should still use water wisely
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(from page 1)…above their storage capacity. The Bloemhof Dam is at 110.0% and is continuing to spill. "The Vanderkloof Dam which is bordering between the Free State and Northern Cape is at 109.9% full and spilling a 1 207m3/s with a further 374m3/s going through the Eskom turbines to generate additional electricity. "Water outflows from the Vanderkloof, the second biggest Dam in the country, have a significant impact on the lower parts of the Orange River," the department said. The Marksdrift gauging weir, which is just before
the Douglas Confluence (where the Vaal merges into one with the Orange River), is recording a flow of 1 876 m3/s. Katlani, just below the confluence is flowing at 2 518 m3/s, Prieska 2 727 m3/s and in Upington, the flow is at 2 816 m3/s. The Blouputs, close to the Augrabies are flowing at 2 131m3/s. "Due to localized flooding in some areas, residents are urged to stay clear of rivers, dams, islands, and flowing water. Motorists are also warned not to attempt to cross flooded roads," Skole - Schools
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Die jongklomp van Hoërskool Douglas het met wafferse tree die skoolterein betree, reg vir die 2021 skooljaar. Die Graad 1’s en Graad 2’s is met die plaaslike Spar se ‘mascot’ vermaak en terug verwelkom. Hy het seker gemaak daar is geen trane, maar slegs glimlaggies.
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Jesus het hulle innig jammer gekry Ek het vir die afgelope agt keer wat dit my beurt was om ietsie te skryf bietjie stilgestaan by dié uitdrukking: "Jesus het hulle innig jammer gekry", wat mens 'n hele paar keer in die evangelies raaklees. Dis 'n uitdrukking wat my so aangegryp het en net vir my onderstreep het dat die Here ’n barmhartige God is. Net soos Jesus dit nie kon help om mense wat honger, siek en hartseer, verlore en blind, vuil en verwerp is, jammer te kry en diep meegevoel met hulle te hê nie, net so weet ek dat Hy dit vandag vir my persoonlik ook sal doen. Sy arm is nooit te kort om te help nie, Sy genade is elke dag vars, Sy oor is nooit te doof om te luister nie, Sy hulp en uitkoms is nooit vêr nie, Sy liefde is onbegrens, oneindig en onverstaanbaar groot. “Genadig en barmhartig is die Here, lankmoedig en vol liefde” – kyk maar bietjie hoeveel keer hierdie frase in die Bybel voorkom, dan besef mens Sy hart word gou sag! “Die Here gee graag goeie dinge aan ons. Sy hart word gou sag. Hy is geduldig en het sy kinders baie lief. Vir almal is die Here goed. Hy gee om vir alles wat Hy gemaak het ... Die Here sorg vir almal wat seerkry, Hy tel elkeen op wat swaarkry. Almal vestig hulle hoop op U. U versorg elkeen op die regte tyd. Omdat U goed is, gee U maklik goeie dinge aan ons. U gee meer as genoeg van u goedheid aan almal op aarde. (Ps. 145:9-16, Die Boodskap) ~ Wilna Botha
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Lemon Verbena Gin Lollies
Strawberry Ice cream INGREDIENTS 125ml water 125ml castor sugar 60ml lemon verbena leaves 625ml tonic water 125ml gin METHOD In a medium saucepan, combine the water, sugar and verbena. Stir on a medium heat until the sugar dissolves, boil for one minute. Leave to chill completely. Once chilled, add the tonic water and gin. Stir well. Strain into lolly moulds and freeze till firm. Serve straight out the freezer
While gin may be the national spirit of England, the spirit originated in Holland. The English discovered “Genever” while fighting the Dutch War of Independence in the 17th century and brought the spirit back with them. The London-style gin we’re familiar with now would be born 150 years later.
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Focus on Online learning
Online, but not isolated: personal connection key to academic success Amid the explosion in online or distance learning offerings at both basic, higher and further education levels following the 2020 Covid lockdowns, education experts have urged parents and prospective students to carefully consider an institution and its programmes before signing up for this mode of learning. “It is absolutely crucial that one looks at not only the registration and accreditation status of an institution, but also investigate its ability to provide the highest quality of academic excellence,” says Colin Northmore, Principal at Evolve Online School, a brand of ADvTECH, Africa’s leading private education provider. “A recent survey by The Independent Institute of Education has confirmed that the key element to successful learning during lockdown, was the ability of an institution to keep students connected, engaged and motivated,” he says. Northmore says many online or distance learning providers merely provide a paperbehind-glass style curriculum, which makes it extremely difficult for students, especially young ones, to get deeply involved in and excited about their learning journey. “As many parents experienced during lockdown, some schools made the mistake of trying to run a synchronous timetable by trying to follow the same schedule they would have if the students had been attending live lessons. Proper online schooling does not work this way,
which is why parents must carefully evaluate their options.” Being an online learner is like home-schooling with one significant difference, he says. “Online students following excellent programmes will gradually become more and more capable of learning without any adult assistance at home. It is a feature of an excellent online school that we provide a process for children to learn the skills they need to be independent learners,” he says. “This process includes self-pacing, time management and the ability to schedule their day. It also includes teaching children to work collaboratively with peers in remote locations. No parent should choose online learning for their children without expecting the learning process to be delightfully different.” Northmore says a good online school that focuses on the holistic development of children must have a strong focus on foundational, social and emotional learning skills, and sufficient personal attention and interaction with educators, mentors and coaches. Elbie Liebenberg, MD of Mindsharp, agrees regarding the importance of human engagement and support as part of the online learning journey. “Online learning is much harder and motivation is impacted when the student is left to their own devices, only to submit the occasional assignment to a generic e-mail address,” she says. “For online learning to be successful and enjoyable, the human
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touch, engagement, feedback and support are very important factors.” Liebenberg says there are a host of professional development platforms online which are similar in terms of their offering, so prospective students must seek out those programmes where they don’t simply receive modules that they have to wade through on their own, which increases the likelihood of bailing out before the successful completion of a programme due to feelings of boredom and isolation. “If you really want to make a success of your career and build upon your existing skills, you need to dive into your further learning. This is most successfully facilitated if an institution provides personal support throughout the study journey as opposed to only automated feedback. “Prospective students must also enquire about the efficiency of the technology and the logistics of an offering, as well as whether they will have access to qualified tutors to step in and assist them should the need arise.” “Online learning can be a great option for many, for a host of reasons, including safety concerns, the personality of the student, the personal choice of parents, and geographical considerations. However a good institution must . take an holistic approach to the child’s academic and personal development, to ensure a successful and fulfilling academic journey.”
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Heidi die Pekingese en Fluffy die Toypom behoort aan Gwen Germishuizen van Riebeeckstad
There have been 33 confirmed cases of rabies in animals since the beginning of the year, according to the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development. The department also reported that a 10-year-old boy from KwaZulu-Natal died from the virus. Rabies is a fatal viral disease that affects all mammals, and is transmissible from animals to humans. The virus is transmitted through the saliva of infected animals through licks, scratches and bites. Rabies occurs in domestic and wild animals across South Africa. People are encouraged not to touch or pick up unknown or stray animals, especially dogs and cats. South African law requires pet owners to vaccinate their cats and dogs against Rabies at 12 weeks, as well as a booster before 12 months. Thereafter, they should receive doses yearly or every third year depending on the specific vaccine manufacturer.
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Is now the time to buy or rent? “I have been saving for some time now with a view to buy my own property. However, with all the upheavals of the last year I’m wondering whether buying is still the right option and whether I should not continue renting. Any advice?” Owning property can be very beneficial over a long period and property generally is a worthy investment for your money. That said, it is not always the answer for everyone and the rental market remains a good choice for many when considering their finances, work situation and family size. Currently, it is fair to say that it is a buyer’s market. Interest rates are low and also weigh in favour of buying. But remember that buying property includes additional costs that you will need to cover such as bond registration costs, transfer costs, transfer duty to the Receiver, insurance premiums and even the costs of renovating or upgrading your new property (if necessary). All these costs can add up to a substantial amount for the first-time buyer. Likewise, interest rates, although low now, can fluctuate over time and you need to have the financial stability to accommodate such fluctuations and the other associated costs with owning and maintaining a property. In comparison, renting can be a far cheaper and, in some ways, simpler and more flexible option for many. That said, by renting you are helping the landlord pay off his mortgage and increasing the value of his investment and not yours. You are also at the mercy of your rental agreement in respect of what you can and cannot do with the property, and you could even be given notice to vacate the property should the landlord decide to sell (subject to what the rental agreement says, of course). So clearly there are pros and cons to buying and renting. It is therefore useful to consider the following factors when deciding on which option may be better for you: How long do you plan to live in the same place? Compare the costs of renting vs buying. What is your view on your financial position going forward? What will your space needs be in a few years? (family, pets, cars etc.). What are the risks for you in buying or renting? Although there could be many more factors to consider, these considerations should give you a good idea of whether buying or renting is the correct route for you.
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Wheels
The Mazda 3 as a compact SUV the new CX30 The CX-30 is the latest Mazda addition to receive the minimal, traditional Japanese KODO design philosophy. First revealed at the Geneva International Motor Show in 2019 as the updated compact SUV fitting between the CX-3 and CX-5, this yuppieappealing yet elegant SUV is now ready for the South African Market. So, what does the Mazda 3’s slightly bigger sibling offer you? Aesthetically, you are awarded with the same sophisticated and bold proportions of an SUV combined into the aesthetic silhouette of a coupe. The pronounced triangular grille seamlessly intersects with the headlights creating a cohesive yet aggressive front end while the rear includes thick black cladding below the tailgate that runs the length of the car, alluding more to its SUV capabilities. Consumers of this popular segment have their choice of nine exterior colours, Active and
Dynamic models include 16” grey metallic alloy wheels, while the range topping Individual includes 18” wheels finished in silver. LED Auto levelling headlights are standard across the range as well as Driver, Passenger, Knee (Driver), Side & Curtain airbags which assist in its impressive five-star Euro NCAP rating. The human centered design philosophy dictated the layout of the cabin, placing particular emphasis around the driver. The 8.8” display screen placed above the dashboard is slightly angled towards the driver as are all other essential dials, HUD and other instruments. This minimizes driving distraction through emphasised operational ease. Entertainment comes in the form of MAZDA CONNECT which includes the use of Apple Carplay, Android Auto, Bluetooth and Voice command. The Active and Dynamic models offer 8 speaker sound systems
while the Individual model includes a 12 speaker BOSE audio layout. Grey cloth seats are standard with black and navy blue accents on the dashboard while the Individual model comes with perforated leather seats seamlessly integrated into the dark themed and tactile interior. The CX-30 range is exclusively powered by the latest 2.0-litre SKYACTIV-G engine paired to a 6 speed automatic transmission powering the front wheels. Power is sufficient at 121kW at 6,000rpm while a maximum torque figure of 213Nm is found at 4,000rpm. All of this is covered with Mazda Care’s standard 3year unlimited kilometre service plan, a 3-year factory warranty, 3-year roadside assistance and a 5-year Corrosion Warranty. The 2020 World Car of the year finalist goes on sale at R469,000 with the entry level Active while the range topping individual will set you back R540,000.
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Landboubedryf begin proses teen minimum loon vir plaaswerkers ‘n Groepering rolspelers uit die landbou-waardeketting het vandag indringend samesprekings gevoer oor die minimumloon vir plaaswerkers wat op 1 Maart 2021 in werking tree. Ten spyte van verskeie insette uit die landboubedryf wat teen die volhoubaarheid van die voorstel kapsie gemaak en ook die implikasie daarvan bespreek het, is die verhoging van 16% steeds deurgevoer. “Ons het wye terugvoer ontvang van landbouers en ander rolspelers in die waardeketting wat aandui dat hulle noodgedwonge aanpassings oorweeg om hierdie verhoging te akkommodeer,” sê mnr. Henry Geldenhuys, die president van TLU SA. “Ongelukkig is die algemene gevoel dat arbeidsintensiewe vertakkinge soos groenteverbouing beëindig word en daar na bedrywe oorgeskakel word waar meganisasie ingespan word om voedsel te produseer.” Die vergadering is dit eens dat dit meestal ongeskoolde werkers is wat deur hierdie aanpassing geraak sal word en waarskynlik in werkloosheid sal verval. “Geen van die rolspelers wil hê dat werkers teen onbillike vergoeding moet werk of afgedank moet word nie,” sê mnr. Geldenhuys. “Ons wil bloot hê dat die regering besef dat landbouers eenvoudig nie hierdie verhoogde loon kan bekostig nie. Enige produsent moet winsgewendheid as prioriteit beskou om volhoubaar te kan boer. As wins geraak word, moet die landbouer noodwendig aanpassings maak.” Vanuit die vergadering is voorstelle gemaak dat die minister van arbeid en indiensneming, mnr. Thulas Nxexi gevra word om amptelik terugvoer te gee oor die proses van kommentaar en of enige insette in ag geneem is in die besluit. Die minister van landbou, me. Thoko Didiza sal ook
gevra word hoe sy in die proses geken is en waarom sy nie vir landbou in die bresse tree nie. Die rolspelers het verder voorgestel dat regsaksie beslis oorweeg word en politieke en openbare druk uitgeoefen word om die verhoging om te keer. Die vergadering het saamgestem dat samewerking vanuit al die sfere van landbou benodig word om die volhoubaarheid van landbou te beskerm. Daarom het die vergadering die volgende besluit: ‘n Dispuut sal verklaar word met die minister van arbeid en indiensneming aangaande hierdie irrasionele aankondiging. In die verband sal daar in ‘n vergadering met die minister gevra word dat die minimum loon op die ys geplaas word totdat die dispuut bygelê is; Die VF Plus sal die aangeleentheid amptelik binne die parlement met beide die ministers van arbeid en landbou aanspreek; Die LWO Werkgewersorganisasie sal ‘n riglyn saamstel om die remedies wat binne die wet tot beskikking is, uit te lig; Dat ‘n regsproses geïnisieer word ten einde die irrasionele optrede van hierdie aankondiging in die hof te gaan toets; Die landboubedryf sal openbare druk opbou en soveel as moontlik rolspelers aanmoedig om die saak te ondersteun, hetsy finansieel of op ander wyses. In die verband sal die nodige petisies opgestel word waarby benadeelde werkers ook betrek word. Die verklaring en besluite word deur TLU SA, die VF Plus, LWO Werkgewersorganisasie en ander rolspelers in landbou ondersteun. Bron: TLU SA
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