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gRIQUA R5 IS NOT A FAKE!

SARB clarifies commemorative coins value.

GOD’S WORK LAUNCHED! Fezile Mnisi releases first ever EP mixtape.

+ LOCAL NEWS & MORE

KINgS OF DISKI CROWNED!

Ekurhuleni host Mayoral Soccer tournament

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EDITOR’S NOTE

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e have to admit this painful fact: every month in South Africa, we are losing some of the most significant human beings that lived. From renowned artists to servants of the people, all gone too soon. Now let me account for what we have covered over since we started to elaborate my views: - January: gospel giant lundi Tyamara (38), passed away at edenvale Hospital where he was being treated for Tb of the stomach and a liver condition. Same month, Jazz legend Thandi Klassen (86) also lost her life. Then one of the most insightful intellectuals in the country, Professor Herbert Vilakazi joins the dearly departed.

- February: rugby legend and former Springbok captain, Joost van der Westhuizen passed away on February 6. later in the month, Ms Miriam Tlali, Mzansi’s first black female author to publish a novel, also passed away.

- March: entertainment legend Joe Mafela died in a car accident. Founder of the bloemfontein Celtic FC, dr Petrus rantlai Molemela passed away on March 26. Then struggle veteran Ahmed Kathrada loses his life after an 87 year long journey.

- April: deputy Mayor of richmond Municipality in KwaZulu-Natal, Thandazile Phoswa was tragically murdered on April 2. On President Zuma’s birthday, April 12, Ontlametse Phalatse, one of the two South African young women living with Progeria loses her life at only 18 years old. Pan Africanist Congress (PAC) stalwart, freedom fighter and former Tshwane Metro councillor, Philip Ata Kgosana died on April 20. Mr Kgosana led more than 30 000 anti-Pass laws protestors from langa, Cape Town in a march to the apartheid parliament in the 1960s. boxing trainer of SA’s most prolific fighters, Nick durandt and former Kaizer Chief Coach Jeff butler join the list of the recently passed. i hope we do not have this trend of dying legends next month (and throughout the year), but i also have to be realistic. Time passes and people pass with it. The moments we take in our lives to share, to serve and to love other people are the only times we really have on earth – make most of it.

Mapepeza Newspaper is grateful to all our readers, past and current, that have made it possible for us to get this far. We hope to make such an impact that we are counted amongst the legendary when we have ceased to exist.

-Stephen Seakgwe, eDITOR

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TRIBUTE TO FALLEN STARS DUE TO ROAD FATALITIES! i would like to take this rare opportunity to pay a tribute to fallen celebrities who passed on road accidents throughout the years, some who contributed significantly in their respective industries. You will not be forgotten.

Mondli Cele lebo Mathosa Minister Collins Chabane Joe Mafela, picutred lesley Manyathela gift leremi Clifford Moleko Nick durandt (most recently)

Also, recently we have lost 19 school children in bronkoorspruit due to negligent driving.

(May their soul rest in peace) let’s have a radical change of attitude on the road and let’s obey the rules of the road all the time.

Hashtag. #STOPrOAdCArNAgeNOW

BY Thulane Gama from Road Safety & Traffic Alliance (RSTA), Ratanda

To name just a few, may their soul rest in peace. Siyabakhumbula! lets pull together our resources to help reduce road carnage on our road.

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Ekurhuleni ANC honours Connie Chume’s 40 year contribution!

On Friday, April 21, Chief Whip of ANC Ekurhuleni Cllr Jongizizwe Dlabathi hosted a gala-dinner at the Germiston City Hall, in celebrating the 40th Anniversary of actress Connie Chume in the industry and her recent role in participating in an international film.

“As the organisation, currently we are celebrating the year of Oliver Tambo with a significant theme “Deepening Unity”. We are of the view that this theme equally extends to our creatives.

We call for the unity of purpose particularly to the creatives in Ekurhuleni and in general to work together to bring radical economic transformation into the industry” said Cllr Dlabathi.

He further encouraged the creatives to own their businesses and begin to participate meaningfully in the economic entertainment industry. Dlabathi further encouraged the entertainment fraternity to tell stories of hope, prosperity and bright future about our country.

PARAMEDICS INVOLVED IN HEAD-ON COLLISION!

BY Thabang Mashiyane

The city through its Grant-In-Aid program, which has been increased to R100 Million per annum seeks to assist community projects across the city with an emphasis on Arts and Culture projects. Meanwhile the MMC for Community Services Cllr Dorah Mlambo announced in support of Sports, arts and culture, the City spend R91 million in the 3-year medium term period in the construction of community social amenities like a new swimming pool in Duduza, a Library in Etwatwa and the Germiston Theatre.

Chiume won the Best Supporting Actress in a Drama award for her role as Stella Moloi in Zone 14 at the South African Film and Television Awards in 2009; and has featured in numerous local TV series including Yizo Yizo, Soul City, Home Affairs, and 90 Plein Street. She also played the role of Zinzi in award-winning 2013 romantic comedy Fanie Fourie’s Lobola.

SUSPECT WANTED FOR HIJACKINGS NABBED!

A man that has been on the run for some months suspected of being responsible for several hijackings in and around Tembisa was eventually apprehended on Easter Friday (14 Apr) night in Tembisa.

“The EMPD Loss Control & Tracing Unit members missed arresting the elusive suspect by a hair’s breadth in mid-February when two hijacked vehicles were recovered and one of his alleged accomplices was arrested “, EMPD Spokesperson, Wilfred Kgasago said. “The 44 yearr old suspect was found with a suspected stolen SAPS member appointment card as well as a driving license not in his name”, Kgasago added. He has appeared in the Tembisa Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, April 18.

Heidelberg Police opened case docket for reckless and negligence driving, this after a black Land Rover collided head-on with an EMER-G-MED paramedics vehicle on the corner of Voortrekker and HF Verwoerd streets.

It is alleged that on Tuesday morning (April 11) the Ambulance was on its way to attend an incident travelling along HF Verwoerd Street in CBD with their siren on. While crossing the Voortrekker Street, the Ambulance was bumped on the right passenger door. The Ambulance driver lost control and overturned. The 46 years old driver of the Land Rover was taken to Heidelberg Hospital for medical treatment. The 38 year old Paramedic complaint on soft tissue pains, whereas the 28 year old Ambulance driver and 39 year old Paramedic escaped unhurt.

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ceeds from the red iPhones goes to the Global Fund to Fight Aids, tuberculosis and malaria.

Customers can order iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus (PRODUCT) RED Special Edition from Friday, April 14.

A white refrigerated truck from Botswana loaded with margarine, hijacked on Thursday, April 13 at Bapsfontein was recovered a day later in Isando with its cargo of margarine missing.

The EMPD Loss Control & Tracing Unit members found the truck via a vehicle tracking system in Isando at the intersection of Isando and Monteer roads on Friday, April 14.

The recovered vehicle was taken to the SAPS pound at Van Ryn Deep in Benoni. Investigations are underway to obtain information that will lead to the arrest of the persons involved in the hijacking and theft of the stolen cargo.

Local I.T Firm extends digital helping hand to the needy!

M2TD recently extended a digital helping hand to two deserving recipients by providing them each with a much-needed laptop and printer. The company, which is 100% black-owned, is committed to helping people and organisations in need to access the benefits of the digital age.

The first recipient hails from Palmridge Extension 2 in Ekurhuleni. Sphiwe Lovemore Mvulane matriculated from Thutopele High School last year with distinctions in maths, physical science, life science and geography, and was accepted to study medicine at the University of Pretoria. One of the basic requirements for his course, however, was a computer and he just couldn’t afford one. He approached M2TD for assistance and the company agreed to make the donation in order to empower him with the tools he needs to be successful in his studies. Many students from disadvantaged com-

munities do not have access to a personal computer and Sphiwe’s new laptop will give him the head start he deserves.

The second recipient is an NGO that provides skills and development training for schools in the Maboloka Community in North West province. Like Sphiwe, Moving for Hope approached M2TD with a request for a donation late last year.

The new equipment the Moving for Hope has received from M2TD will be used to streamline its administrative processes and improve efficiencies.

“Access to computers is a fundamental need for both individuals and organisations in today’s wired world,” says David Matshane, M2TD’s CEO. “We are privileged to have been able to help these recipients in some small way and we wish them every success in the future.”

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GROUNATION DAY

Defying expectations of the Jamaican authorities,Emperor Haile Selassie never rebuked the Rastafari for their belief in him as the Messiah. Instead, he presented the movement’s faithful elders with gold medallions bearing the Ethiopian seal – the only recipients of such an honour on this visit.

ZCC Bishop calls for political stability!

Grounation Day (April 21) is an important rastafari holy day, and second after Coronation day (November 2). it is celebrated in honor of ZiON Christian Church bishop barnabas le- ethiopian emperor Haile Selassie's 1966 visit to kganyane has appealed for stability within the Jamaica.

South African politics.

Haile Selassie had already met with several rasta elders in Addis Ababa, and had allowed rastafari delivering his sermon at the church head- and other people of African descent to settle on quarters on easter Sunday April 17 in Moria, his personal land in Shashamane. Haile Selassie the ZCC head reminded politicians that “uni- visited Jamaica on Thursday, 21 April 1966. Some ty is more important than your differences.” 100,000 rastafari from all over Jamaica descended on Palisadoes Airport in Kingston, having heard that the man whom they considered to be god was “When you are divided, it affects everybody. coming to visit them. They waited at the airport

By Sipho Kekana (SABC)

Stability of the country is of paramount importance. Your ideological differences must not undermine this hard-won freedom,” said lekganyane. “don’t forget that this freedom was not for free. Thousands of people died so that you can be free. i am appealing for matured political engagement. don’t agitate populist rhetoric and political militancy.”

Millions flocked to the holy city for the easter celebrations despite the bus strike that first threatened many’s trips.

Some of the dignitaries that attended the church included limpopo Premier, Stanley Mathabatha, former Transport Minister dipuo Peters, and Acting National Police Commissioner Kgomotso Phahlane, among others.

Metrorail commuting improves

GOMETRO in partnership with Metrorail is proud to announce that commuter experience will no longer be the same, a flexible mobility platform has been implemented to improve urban commuting.

GoMetro is focusing on how to get people in the cities the information they need to choose a more sustainable mode of transport, it aims to improve the quality of city life with its advanced and convenient transport app tools.

In 2017, GoMetro brings an improved innovative transit application system available with better information, better service, at anytime.

Today, commuters in Gauteng, Kwa-zulu Natal and Western Cape Province are able to re-

PreSideNT Jacob Zuma is grieving the passing on of Miss Ontlametse Phalatse, one of the two South African young women living with Progeria, an extremely rare genetic disorder in which symptoms resembling aspects of aging are manifested at a very early age. He recently attended her funeral in the North West.

Miss Phalatse paid a courtesy call on the President on the eve of her 18th birthday last month.

“A brave young fighter has fallen. May her spirit inspire all others living with disabilities or facing any difficulty, to soldier on as she did and live life to the full. We are really proud of her. We wish to convey our utmost condolences to her mother, her whole family and the Ontlametse Phalatse Trust for this sad loss. May her soul rest in eternal peace,” said President Zuma.

The President remains committed to fulfilling his undertaking to help the family with a house according to Ontlametse’s wishes.

playing drums and smoking marijuana or ganja.

Today the rastafari celebrate that Haile Selassie visited Jamaica on April 21st. Finally Jamaican authorities were obliged to request ras Mortimer Planno, a well-known rasta leader, to climb the steps, enter the plane, and negotiate the emperor’s descent.

After Planno escorted the African monarch down the steps, journalists were puzzled by Selassie’s refusal to walk on the red carpet on the way to his limousine. [hence grounation, iyaric equivalent of foundation, “uplifted” with the sound of the word ground in the sense of “making contact with the soil”].

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ON April 5, Sasol Secunda handed over a donation of r59 133 to the local Cancer Association CANSA. The funds were raised throughits employee volunteering initiative, Sasol for good.employees enthusiastically participated in the campaign that ran from 01 – 03 March 2017.

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While the mobi-site allows users to plan their journey ahead by checking train times, fares, delays and availability of commuter’s train from start to stop station.

The mobi-site enables the user to select an option of ‘Email my boss’, it allows commuters to inform their employers about their delays.

gRIQUA R5 NOT A FAKE!

The South African reserve bank (SArb) says commemorative circulation coins, such as the r5 griqua Town coin, are ‘normal’ circulation coins that form part of all the other coins already in circulation.

The bank said it has recently received numerous enquiries on the value of the r5 commemorative circulation coins.

“The SArb would like to reiterate that commemorative circulation coins, such as the r5 griqua Town coin, are normal circulation coins that form part of all the other coins already in circulation.

“These circulation coins, whether normal or commemorative, are all worth their face value, which is r5 in the case of the r5 griqua Town circulation coin,” said the central bank on Monday.

The SArb urged the public that if they get one of these coins as change, not to hold on to the coin and rather make a purchase so that “the next person can also experience the beauty of the coin”.

“The SArb issues commemorative circulation coins as part of its currency production function. These coins are issued to commemorate a person or an event that has had a significant impact on society. Such coins are always produced in large quantities and are made available and accessible to the public at face value.”

For example, the commemorative r5 Nelson Mandela circulation coin that was issued in 2008 to celebrate the former President’s 90th birthday was and is still worth r5.

“There could be a buyer willing to pay a higher price to collect such a commemorative circulation coin but the SArb does not attach a value higher than the face value to such coins,” the bank said.

Sasol support Shavathon!

CANSA Shavathon is in support of a very worthy cause, namely showing solidarity with those affected by cancer. Over the past seven years, Sasol Secundaemployees have actively participated in the annual Shavathon by shaving, spraying their hair and donating funds.

The local CANSA representative, MartieZerwick, expressed her gratitude to Sasol for the donation and mentioned that the donated money will enable them to render the basic care and support services to patients in the community.

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Front row from left: Mashudu Ndou Senior Manager Sasol Social Investment & Ikusasa, Maureen Mboshane Vice President Corporate Affairs, Sasol, Martie Zerwick Deputy Chairperson CANSA Secunda Back row from left: Ilse Cooper Support Officer CANSA, Secunda, Tshedi Mahao Senior Manager Corporate Affairs, Sasol Mining, Janneke Greeff Operation Mobilisation and Events Manager, Sasol Synfuels Operations and Elaine Wildey Senior Practitioner Corporate Affairs, Sasol

HANI HONOURED! On Monday, April 10 the City held an honorary wreath-laying ceremony at the Thomas Nkobi Cemetery (Boksburg). The morning programme, as expected, bought together the country's political leaders to pay tribute to the fallen struggle hero, amongst them is the President Jacob Zuma.

President Jacob Zuma (alongside Dimpho Hani) laying a wreath on the tombstone of Chris Hani, honouring and celebrating the life and legacy of one of the country's most respected struggle stalwarts and MK Commander Thembisile ‘Chris’ Hani at Thomas Nkobi Memorial Park in Elspark, Boksburg

President Jacob Zuma, alongside various political leaders and Dimpho Hani unveil a plague that declares the Chris Hani and Thomas Nkobi Memorial Site as a National Heritage Site.

Martin Thembisile Hani, aka Chris Hani was fatally gunned down at his home on this day, 24 years ago. Since then, the city of Ekurhuleni has conferred the 'Freedom of the City' to the late Hani in November 2006, thereby declaring April as Chris Hani Month.

Leaders from national government, SACP, SANCO, COSATU and the MKVA laid wreaths on the grave of Hani. The City mayor, Cllr Mzwandile Masina and council chief whip Jongizizwe Dhlabathi joined the leaders in delivering messages of support to the family of Chris Hani. Dali Tambo also attended to A plague was unveiled at the Chris Hani memorial site, the President and Arts & Culture Minister Nathi Mthethwa.

"SAHRA has declared the Chris Hani gravesite and memorial monument as a National Heritage site on March 24," said Minister Mthethwa.

Gauteng Provincial Government was represented by acting mayor, Finance MEC Creecy.

Widow of Chris Hani, Dimpho made her remarks on the day. She thanked the Government for honoring her late husband's legacy by declararing the House and Gravesite of Hani as National Heritage Sites.

Dimpho Hani quoted the words of Malcolm X when he once said that 'the media is is the most powerful tool in the Word. It has the power to make the innocent look guilty and

the guilty look innocent.' She told guests of the current trends of fake news that are seen online and on social media. Dimpho was recently a victim of bias news when she attended a prayer ceremony, which was later reported as being part of an 'anti-Zuma' faction. She urged the people to be aware of such article and pleads people to not be misled. Dimpho Hani personally thanked the President for helping her family through the tough times after Chris' passing, especially when her youngest daughter was having drug addiction problems.

Minister Nathi Mthethwa's introduction for the President to speak was well received, as the crowd welcomed 'Number One' with song and cheer.

President Zuma delivered his keynote address in the afternoon.

Mainly on the President's speech, the fight against racism is important to sustain the democracy in South Africa."We cannot allow, and assist to take racist forward." Zuma speaks on the various discriminatory messages from last Friday's protests against his Presidency.

The Hate Speech Bill was mentioned as the solution to the racist remarks made on public platforms, including social media.

President Zuma also mentioned the privilege bestowed upon him to declare the Chris Hani grave, the Chris Hani memorial and Walk of Remembrance a national heritage site.

A storm broke immediately after the President's address and the songs got even more intense as the rain started pouring.

In the evening, the Chris Hani memorial lecture was delivered by new Finance minister Malusi Gigaba.

Qatar and Mzansi strengthen ECONOMIC ties!

On April 12, President Zuma hosted the Emir of Qatar, His Highness Sheikh Tamim Bin Hamad Al-Thani.

President Zuma’s visit to Qatar last year focused on cooperation in trade and investment, agriculture and agro-processing, defence, the ocean economy, as well as tourism. It also led to the proposed elevation of structured bilateral engagement to Ministerial level and agreements to establish a Joint Technical Committee and pursue the establishment of a joint SA-Qatar Investment Fund in cooperation with Qatar’s Sovereign Wealth Fund.

Small Business Development Minister Lindiwe Zulu has assured Qatari investors that as South Africa drives its radical economic transformation programme, the country is still the right place in which to invest.

Meanwhile, total trade between South Africa and Qatar has increased from R4 billion in 2012 to R7 billion in 2016. Qatari exports to South Africa were $345 million in 2016, while South African exports to Qatar were at $105 million.

The Minister said, meanwhile, that in line with the commitment to radical economic transformation, government will ensure that there is adequate participation of black entrepreneurs, especially women and youth in the economy.

South Africa's largest investments in the Middle East is Sasol’s joint venture gas-to-liquid (GTL) facility located in Qatar.

Qatari Minister of Economy and Commerce Sheikh Ahmed bin Jassim bin Mohammed Al-Thani said there are opportunities that exist to create trade and investment ties between the two countries.

Qatar, which has massive oil and gas reserves, has had a Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of around 4% in the last two years, despite the low prices of oil and gas.

The Emir was on a two-day state visit to South Africa. He was accompanied on Minister of Small Business Development South Africa, Lindiwe Zulu with Minister of his trip to South Africa by a high powered business delegation.

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GOD’S WORK IS LAUNCHED!

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ezile Mnisi (or Fezz), highly acclaimed local rapper from Ratanda Township, is set to publicly release his first EP mixtape called ‘God’s Work’.

This collection of eight of the best songs represents the life of the 24 year old Mnisi, who has also dedicated this EP to his birthplace and hometown.

Sing-a-long choruses from tracks like Niggha from the Hood (Produced by Frank C) and Spread Love define the theme of this EP – the journey of a young hustler making his way into the industry.

Judging from the lyrical content, multilingual flows and the production behind this EP; Fezile has outdone his critics and rivals, by leading it himself from start to finish.

The brand, popularly known as G-Shit or ‘Gangsta-Shit’ has surfaced from this rapper’s attitude and style. People around the entire township own caps, T-shirts and other merchandise with the logo created by Mnisi.

All roads lead to the newly opened Xperience Shisa-Nyama & Lifestyle Lounge for the EP launch, previously known as Flux Lounge, hosted by online media group FlamBOYant South Africa.

On Saturday night, May 6th it is going to be a grand gathering of greats to congratulate and buy Fezz’s (or God’s Work).

New on Fezile’s tracklist is Whipin‘ featuring Kowbey Earlay, a track set to blow crowds up with accentuated Trap-Rap beats with a ‘basketball bounce’.

Artists like K9, Romeo, Andy A and Kowbey Earlay will make appearances.

Fezile Mnisi is also the only rapper in the RDF crew, so in support will be Djs Authentik, Tee Les and Biggy amongst others.

Follow Fezile Mnisi on social media @Fezile Mnisi or @Fezz_22SA on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram.

LOCAL RAPPER TRENDS ONLINE! Ratanda-born rapper Siphiwe Knine Ndhlovu, aka ‘K9 wase Ratanda’ is trending on social media for the wrong reasons.

But that is not stopping him from cashing in the attention frenzy. Images on some of South Africa’s funniest websites have discovered a picture of K9 and now it is used to make fun of the Sidlukotin’ hit maker.

Recently, since Ricky Rick is now the ambassador for Vaseline, a trend has stated online labelled #VaselineRicky and #AfterMabalaNoise (when Ricky Rick left the Mabalala Record Label. Websites like MzansiMemes and others use the picture below to make fun of the award winning artist.

In his own words on his Facebook account, Siphiwe explains: "Hi everyone, now you may have seen pictures of me circulating that I am the version of Ricky after Mabala Noise.

As funny as it is that isn't true. My name is Siphiwe Ndhlovu also known to many as K9 which is my stage name, yes my stage name.

I am also a rapper and have been for more than a decade and Ricky is one of the people I would like to work with in future.

Thanks to you Mzansi, I have managed to get requests for interviews and gigs.”

To listen to K9’s single Grinding follow the link: https://soundcloud.com/ user822352042/grinding

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Gvt. pays tribute to Nick Durandt!

PreSideNT Jacob Zuma and Minister of Sport Thulas Nxesi have joined the country in paying tribute to one of South Africa’s most prolific boxing trainer and promoter Nick durandt. durandt died on Friday (April 21) in a motorbike accident near Clarens in the Free State.

“South Africa has lost one of its best trainers in the history of boxing, who was not only a trainer, promoter, manager but also a father figure to his stellar trainees. durandt was renowned for taking young boys out of the streets and making champions out of them.

“He also represented and positioned our country’s boxing talent among the best in the world. We wish to convey our heartfelt condolences to the durandt family and the entire boxing fraternity. May his soul rest in eternal

peace,” said President Zuma.

When durandt retired from boxing, he joined the Crusaders bike Club and was later appointed as its president. during his career, durandt has produced over 95 champions, including 38 world champions and 27 international champions through the WbC, WbA, ibF, WbO, WbF and ibO organizations.

reCeNTlY, the gert Sibande TVeT College in balfour sent their students to participate in an athletics competition provincial which were held in Secunda. balfour campus had a number of participants one of whom was Neo Mthimkhu a 19 year old student who had faced various challenges and remained standing despise all odds, currently studying NCV office administration level two.

He made a remarkable performance, he participated in relay 100 and 200 metres in junior and senior competition.

Mthimkhulu has been receiving gold medals for being the first position in both categories; he then qualified for the nationals which were held in bloemfontein he then obtained gold medals again for being position one.

Champions under his belt include amongst others Thulani "Sugarboy" Malinga, three-time South African and three-time world champion Phillip Ndou as well as Cassius baloyi.

The most remarkable event that placed him to be the fastest runner it was when he bet the time record of the World’s Fastest runner, Usian bolt our world 100 and 200 metre sprinter with the record of 8:9:5 on time.

As part of our tribute to durant, Minister Nxesi said the Ministry of Sport and recreation strives to continue to support boxing and further ensures that it continues to grow as a well-re–SAnews.gov.za spected sport.

His performance placed balfour Campus’s potential in having the best students academically and in the recreation. it is an emphasis to society to support and give a hand in growing such seeds, it cannot be watched to dry up and die whilst there is help.