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OCTOBER 7-14

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Premier honours senior citizens!

Gauteng premier David Makhura and Social Development MEC Nandi Manyathula-Khoza greet the cheering crowd at a lunch for senior citizens on Friday, October 7 in Katlehong.

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EKURHULENI’S Executive Mayor, Mzwandile Masina said his administration will spend every Friday in the streets of Ekurhuleni attending to service delivery challenges than the office. he was speaking at a media briefing held at the Mayor’s Parlour on September 21.

The City mayor announced the introduction of Siyaqhuba Friday when he revealed his administration’s 100-day programme. “we are driving ‘Pro-poor’ agenda and we have no choice but to hit the ground running. “During campaigning for the elections our people raised a number of issues with us. Among these was the fact that after the election politicians tend to disappear yet they, as communities, face service deliv-

ery challenges. we must change that hence we have decided that we will be out there most of the time instead of the boardroom, so that we can have a sense of what the issues on the ground are and attend to them timeously.” he further announced that to improve the turnaround time to service delivery complaints, the city would be launching a smartphone app, with gPS navigation so that communities can just take a picture of the problem and send to the call centre for speedy resolution.

As part of Siyaqhuba Friday, the mayor leads his mayoral committee, senior managers and technical staff to communities to address service delivery challenges. “we are calling on our people to freely engage us when we We are driving ‘Pro-poor’ visit them so that we have agenda and we have no choice a clear picture of what we are dealing with and how but to hit the ground running.” best we can handle that,” says Mayor Masina.

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Gauteng premier David Makhura (centre) sings with the Tshwane Old Persons Choir at the Change Bible Church on Friday during his lunch with senior citizens of the province.

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ThE gauteng Premier, David Makhura accompanied by MEC for Social Development, nandi Mayathula-Khoza honoured senior citizens for their contribution to society by hosting a lunch at Change Bible Church in Katlehong.

The elders came from all five regions in gauteng (Sedibeng, west Rand, Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni) to enjoy themselves and were entertained by performance by Kholeka and the Tshwane Elderly Choir.

The event on Friday, october 7, formed part of the international Day of older Persons, older Persons week and Social Development Month. “older persons, even in their twilight years continue to contribute immensely to society. They look after children after their parents died due to hiV and AiDS, sometimes without any financial support. it is such contribution that the Premier will express his gratitude for,” said MEC Mayathula-Khoza.

Premier David Makhura told the guests that he came to the church not to address them, but to enjoy the presence of the Almighty like everyone who attends any religious service.

“The real reason we gathered here is to thank the senior citizens of this Province. There would be no Democracy in South Africa if it wasn’t for you. what we see and have today, we experience it because you sacrificed your lives to raise us; your children and grandchildren.”

Makhura also launched the hotline for the elderly to communicate any problems and issues they face as a vulnerable group in society.

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Cannabis CBD Kills Cancer Cells Claims new Study in Mzansi

Five detectives from Katlehong south have been promoted from detective constables to deterctive sergeants. on Friday, october 7, the head of detectives, Col, nomthandeki Mthmbu hosted a congratulatory lunch to celebrate the promotion of these officers.

The detectives promoted are: Cynthia Sibuyi, Sthembile Sithole, Pearl Sibanyoni, Aleck Maile and Xolani ntombela.

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EACh day there are an increasing amount of anecdotal stories doing the rounds about how cannabis cures everything from nausea to cancer.

A South African Medical Research Council funded study has now also entered the ring to lend some reliability to a view that has otherwise been largely shrugged off due to the negative stereotypes that are so often associated with the long stigmatised plant. while this study is by no means the last word in the cannabis cures cancer conversation, it does investigate the effects of cannabis sativa vs the effect of the more specific CBD component of cannabis on cervical cancer cells.

A red Vw Polo hijacked with a six year old girl passenger was hijacked at gunpoint by two assailants on Friday during the day in norkem Park. on speeding off with the hijacked vehicle, the six year old girl was flung out of the moving vehicle through a window. The hijacked vehicle was recovered on Monday, September 3 in Midrand where two suspects were arrested and two unlicensed handguns recovered.

The vehicle was repeating along Allandale road moving in the direction of Midrand when the law enforcers cornered the two suspects and placed them under arrest. Two 9mm pistols with twentyfour live rounds were recovered. Both pistols were found with serial numbers filed off.

The apprehended suspects, aged 34 and 32, were detained at Rabie Ridge police station on charges of possession of a hijacked vehicle as well as possession of unlicensed firearms and ammunition.

A 35 year old lesotho national was arrested for Possession of suspected stolen copper cables. observant Captain Thivhulawi Tshilate spotted two guys getting out of the truck at the n3 Freeway off-ramp next to Copa Cabana and at the same time, the two suspicious guys were carrying two green and black bags respectively. They speedily put them inside the white Vw Citi golf that was standing few metres away from the truck.

The Police officer, stopped and monitors the movements. Ultimately the white Vw Citi golf passed the Police Motor Vehicle.

The Police officer signalled the driver to stop.

After stopping the white Vw Citi golf, the driver and occupants were ordered to come out with their luggage. on inspecting what were inside the bags, the Police officer saw copper cables. he immediately told the two guys that they were under arrest. he called for a back-up. whilst tying the second suspect, he fought up and the struggle ensured between Captain Tshilate and suspect. whilst the police officer was trying to place him under arrest, he managed to ran away. one suspect was arrested. he will appear before heidelberg Magistrate Court soon.

Titled Cannabidiol rather than Cannabis sativa extracts inhibit cell growth and induce apoptosis in cervical cancer cells, the study concludes that “these data suggest that cannabidiol rather than Cannabis sativa crude extracts prevent cell growth and induce cell death in cervical cancer cell lines” and “The aim of this study was to evaluate for the antigrowth effects of Cannabis sativa extracts and to also determine the mode of cell death following treatment.

The activity of Cannabis sativa extracts was compared to that of cannabidiol, in order to verify whether the reported results were due to the presence of the compound.

The study showed that the activity of one of the extracts might have been due to the presence of cannabidiol. it further demonstrated the ability of Cannabis sativa to induce apoptosis with or without cell cycle arrest and via mitochondrial pathway.

More research needs to be done elucidating the mechanism between the active ingredients and molecular

targets involved in the regulation of the cell cycle.”

CBD, or cannabidiol, is one of the primary compounds found in cannabis plant.

But unlike ThC, the other primary ingredient in cannabis (which most people have heard of), CBD does not get you high.

And while many healthcare professionals and legislators can’t look past the psychoactive side effects ThC, CBD is quickly changing the debate around medical marijuana, even in South Africa.

Something that will undoubtedly become more prolific though is the availability of hemp extracted CBD only products that are currently taking the nation by storm as a result of the growing demand by consumers for non and low ThC products.

That these products may possibly be a poor fit for their ailments due to the complete lack of any ThC or the accompanying Entourage Effect of cannabis’ many other companion components is something that is in large part being disregarded by people who are desperate for any solution.

The guilt free nature of purchasing a CBD only product instead of an otherwise illegal cannabis oil extract appears to also be a significant factor for people who would prefer to avoid a drug dealer type experience or possible visit from the cops. while this study is by no means the definitive answer to the cannabis and cancer debate, the fact that it’s a local study with promising results should force legislators, politicians and healthcare professionals alike to take notice and is therefore a big step forward in South African medical marijuana discourse.

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UMBRELLA 26 WHEEL OF FORTUNE Participant from Ratanda who attended the Ready To Work workshop at the Ratanda Development Centre on September 28.

on wednesday, September 28, young community shapers lindokuhle Foundation from Ratanda Township embarked yet on another drive in honor of their Youth empowerment project.

to students not having the essential skills to apply for work, interact in the workplace (or any other professional setting), building their own businesses and even managing their finances.

lindokuhle Foundation in partnership with the Southern African Association of Youth Clubs (SAAYC), worked together hand in hand to bring the “READY To woRK” workshop in Ratanda Township, at Ratanda Development Centre.

The programme offers an online curriculum or a workshop training that allows one to develop four key skills (work, People, Money and Entrepreneurial) from the comfort of one’s own computer, tablet or smart phone.

ABSA has launched the ready to work programme for the youth to acquire necessary skills when branching out from the world of learning towards the world of earning.

Each module/skill can be accessed separately, allowing the individual to select their own learning pathway depending on what is most important to him or her at that particular moment.

Visit https://readytowork.absa.co.za for more information.

The programme aims to rectify the issue South Africa is currently facing with regards

Stokvels and Burial Societies in Mzansi Stokvels are no longer the domain of people in need of a collective pot for burials and groceries, but provide a medium for which to learn about and jointly invest money with the aim of creating wealth and security for its members, South Africa has 811 830 stokvels with a total estimated value of R44bn.

The 2014 Finscope Consumer Survey, a FinMark Trust research project that has been conducting studies on burial societies for more than 10 years, indicates that these tens of thousands of burial societies could be serving at least 11.7 million direct members, excluding dependents of members. 37 percent (4.3 million) of these members are in Gauteng.

The members of the Umbrella 26 Wheels of Fortune society, with executive members dressed in full uniform.

in the aims of helping their community by providing assistance in the unexpected times, Umbrella 26 wheels of Fortune from Ratanda is growing stronger and stronger. Currently their benefit scheme has been underwritten by old Mutual. it provides affordable funeral cover, including a cash pay-out and grocery benefit.

Umbrella 26 wheels of Fortune began in September 2015, with most of its members coming from areas in the Ratanda Township (Ext. 23, 26 etc.).

The intention of this society is to foster common unity amongst each member and their immediate groups; to identify those in need to provide mutual aid in case of loss of a loved one

The members have a formal uniform for all members who join Umbrella 26 (open to both adult men and women from around lesedi and surrounding areas), plus a logo that symbolizes their vision for a society that cares for the people.

Chairman of the Umbrella 26 wheels of Fortune, Mr Moname said; “even though the society is only one year’s old, we have big plans to empower our local communities, especially the disadvantaged and vulnerable ones.”

Membership joining fee is R350, with monthly premiums at only R150.

To contact the Umbrella 26 wheels of Fortune society, reach the Secretary Mr J. Manyisa on 0827320886.

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Business Can Create Positive Change

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believe that lawyers and businesspeople rule the world; that it is business/entrepreneurs who take responsibility to innovate and empower people all over the World.

Mapepeza Business Section we have created a platform to help entrepreneurs do just that. The purpose is to engage entrepreneurs, to celebrate them plus give useful information for aspiring businesspeople and the general audience.

I had a chat with the editor of Mapepeza, Stephen Seakgwe and this is what he had to say: “I think any unemployed South African under the age of 35 should quit the life of trying to get a job. That life is the default steps cast by standards of society.

Creating one and employing others to do the same is the future employment we’re creating as entrepreneurs.” Later he went on to ask whether we choose to live life by design, or by default.

What Stephen said to me just crystallizes the whole purpose of this Section, but it is edited by me of course.

Yes, we an abundance of educated and young people in Africa with the potential to start something new; open new enterprises, professional practices and sciences. We have skills to make South Africa a major player in the innovation of the World.

This guy in the picture, Elon Musk needs no introduction.

The inventor/entrepreneur/pioneer/specialist/innovator/billionaire/self-taught-rocket-scientist was born right here in South Africa. business person known for helping to establish

Tesla Motors, X.com—which later got to be PayPal—and SpaceX, the remainder of which dispatched a milestone business shuttle on May 22, 2012.

What is the problem with the rest of us (the most of us)?

This classic quote will explain everything. “A young idler, an old beggar.” This means that if you don’t work today while you still can, you won’t have any money when you’re old - True story.

Most young and unemployed South Africans are sitting at home, watching T.V and waiting for that promised call from someone they didn’t even know. Some try in vain to send their

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C.Vs (Curriculum Vitae) to places and job offers they didn’t study for.

Once again, Stephen’s words came to me. He said: If you study and get the job, living by the default; you got everything on the wall but nothing on the ball.”

What he meant was when young people live for the ‘default’ standard (getting qualifications, job promotions etc.) instead of by ‘designing their ideal lives and living to their own standards,’ they (we) grow with no courage to be the Elon Musks of tomorrow.

I’m rolling with the people who want to build and own things, not people who want to be domestic or normal. If you are a mover and shaker in the place you live in and beyond it, share your story and we might feature it in the upcoming editions of this section.

Mapepeza Business Section is created to also inform you on the happenings in the economic environment, business news and some opportunities. We also have some educational bites here and there to empower you to success. One thing we’ll never forget and can always look forward to is quotes from successful entrepreneurs known to mankind.

I would like to invite readers to write and contribute to this section, creating a community of active role-players in informing thousands who read and reflect on this newspaper.

If you have any business information or would like to share your opinion on any business related topic, don’t hesitate to contact us.

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Gauteng builds economic coalition to tackle unemployment!

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Economic Development MEC Lebohang Maile signs the MOU with JCCI President Ernest Mahlaule during the Chamber’s Annual Conference.

The Gauteng Provincial Government is building an economic coalition with private companies for an inclusive and sustainable economy to tackle youth unemployment, poverty and inequality in the province.

The conference, hosted with the aim of providing feedback on what the stakeholders have achieved in Gauteng to date was attended by industry leaders in key sectors that have been identified to drive the growth of the Gauteng economy.

Youth unemployment was top of the agenda at the Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s (JCCI) annual conference held on Friday (September 23) at the Industrial Development Corporation offices in Sandton.

Addressing panelists at the conference, Premier David Makhura said the provincial government was prioritising the issue of youth unemployment as an emergency. He called on all leaders of government, civil society and the business to convene to find a lasting solution.

The JCCI is an independent, nonpolitical, subscription-based association dedicated to promoting a business-friendly environment. It is a key player in the promotion and facilitation of international trade and an impartial third party which enables the organisation to negotiate contracts and secure funding for projects that benefit its membership.

The Premier has been engaging with local and foreign business chambers and associations on a strategic agenda to build an economic coalition around the programme for Transformation, Modernisation and Re-industrialisation.

“I am leading government engagements with firms and industries that are critical to our goal of reigniting our economy. Specifically

“We are working hard to mobilise all sectors of the economy in the province around the urgency to deal with the crisis of unemployment, poverty and inequality,” said Premier Makhura.

we have engaged with firms and clusters of firms in the automotive and components; machinery and capital equipment manufacturers; aviation, aerospace and defence industry; food and beverages; Business Process Outsourcing and ICT as well as mining,” Makhura told business people at the conference.

He reiterated that Gauteng is open to business and is willing to assist businesses wanting to migrate to the province by easing the cost of doing business and cutting red tape.

President of JCCI Ernest Mahlaule said all sectors should be involved in the implementation of Premier Makhura’s TMR programme. JCCI provides entrepreneur platform for key stakeholder engagements on issues that are necessary in reigniting an inclusive economic growth.

“There is a need for all of us to engage in the implementation of the Transformation, Mordenisation and Re-industrialisation programme so that we take Gauteng Province forward,” said Mahlaule.

MEC for Finance and e-Government, Barbara Greecy (pictured) has announced that in upcoming months the department invest in Wi-Fi connectivity in Sedibeng and West Rand , during the eKasi ICT Summit held at Walter Sisulu Square, Soweto.

MEC Greecy was responding to questions posed by innovative township business owners who are technology savvy, when she announced the new roll-out of Wi-Fi in the two corridors of the Gauteng Provincial Government Development Plan.

“In the next six months we’re prioritising connectively in the West Rand and Sedibeng, and the reason we’re doing that is that those are the most marginalised areas of our province where the municipalities have not been able to invest in ICT infrastructure, so we think that it is a priority at this stage that we start to facilitate

that investment,” said the MEC. The MEC said the three metros that is Johannesburg, Tshwane and Ekurhuleni have already rolled out and connected over 1500 Wi-Fi hotspots so far which has helped residents in the cities to access free Wi-Fi. Responding to the outcry of expensive data rates which makes it hard for township businesses to afford data rates. MEC Creecy said it is not the responsibility of provincial government to change data costs but the national government, and that the provincial government will lobby the national government to address this issue.

She said that township businesses that do not have access to the internet can go to Thusong Centres which are generic government assistance centres throughout the province.

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Ekurhuleni announces water reduction measures!

Following Minister for Water and Sanitation Nomvula Mokonyane’s call on all Gauteng municipalities to help save water during these dire drought conditions, the City of Ekurhuleni is implementing a 10% punitive rate to step up measures to save every drop.

The Municipality’s Water and Sanitation Department announced that the City had only achieved a 0.8% saving rate compared to the required 15% water saving since the implementation of water restrictions by the National depart.

“We urge residents to double up efforts to save water. Restrictions currently in place include that there should be no use of hosepipes, sprinklers, irrigation systems, no filling of swimming pools at all times. In addition, there should be no watering of gardens between 6am and 6pm.

“The City of Ekurhuleni will apply zero tolerance to illegal connection of water such as the use Download the municipal Water Tariffs 2016/17 at of fire hydrants or any other unhttp://www.ekurhuleni.gov.za/thecouncil/tariffs. authorised water connection and Explaining the technical details relating to the water reduction measures, the acting HOD of Water and Sanitation Services from the consumption,” said City’s spokesCity of Ekurhuleni at the Ekurhuleni Press Club on Friday, September 30.

person, Themba Radebe.

Residents using more than 25 kilolitres (kl) of water will be charged a 10% punitive rate while businesses and other users will be charged up to a 40% penalty if they fail to decrease their annual average usage by 15%. This average will be based on the businesses’ consumption over 12 months, from September 2015 to August 2016.

“A fee of R6 753.64 per incident on the property representing water consumption and related administration costs in cases of household usage will be charged.

“A penalty of R13 762.24 will also be charged per incident on the property representing water consumption and related administration costs in cases where business and other usage is applicable,” said Radebe.

Customers are encouraged to continue reporting water service related incidents or interruptions through the municipal call center on 086 054 3000 and through social media channels @ EMM_Call_Centre and the City of Ekurhuleni’s Facebook page.

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MAYOR GIVES HOUSES IN COMBIZA! PART ONE

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City of Ekurhuleni Mayor Mzwandile Masin (right) hands over the keys to an elderly resident of Combiza in Etwatwa, alongside MMC Lesiba Mpya of Human Settlements department.

The Executive Mayor of Ekurhuleni Cllr Mzwandile Masina distributed a total of 147 houses as part of his 100 days in office programme.

“As previously indicated, this government is serious about providing decent houses to our people. We have set ourselves a target of 100 000 houses and 59 000 serviced stands therefore we must be in a position to hit the ground running,” Masina said as he handed out keys to an exciting group of people in Combiza in Etwatwa, Benoni (Ward 67).

“We have a major housing backlog that is why we building and at the same time rolling out serviced stands.

Furthermore, to root out fraud and corruption in provision, work will start inearnest to verify the 1996 waiting list. The reviewed list will be used as a reference guide going forward.

“We shall further introduce a bio-matrix system to control the management of the list so that houses are given to their rightful beneficiaries.”

An emotional Queen Nduna (51), who has lived in Combiza since 1991, said they were so elated about the development because at one stage they never thought it would ever be realised.

“Moving into a new house from a shack will be a major game-changer in our lives. I can now look forward to rainy days without fear of my home being washed away and property being damaged, because I now have a strong house with running water and electricity I can call home – something I could only imagine before.”

As part of the 100 days programme, a total of 292 families will soon receive proper housing in Ekurhuleni, with an additional 280 to receive title deeds as the city attempts to address the issue of security of tenure.

Ekurhuleni already has 11 000 title deeds to be distributed to locals in the near future.

No more hostels for Sebokeng families!

On Wednesday, September 21, the Gauteng Provincial Government in partnership with Emfuleni Local Municipality handed over 64 houses to residents of Sebokeng Hostel 4 Block E. The MMC for Human Settlement Cllr. Motshana Jan Moshoaliba and the Ward 2 councilor Cllr. Griffith Mzizi handed over the houses to the beneficiaries, most of whom were identified based on a number of special case yardsticks such as age, disability and the number of years one has been a resident at the hostel.

A 24-year old lady with a physical disability was overjoyed

when she was furnished with the keys to her new house after submitting an application for it in March this year.

finally, my homeowner dreams have come true.” Mbangata said.

Ziyanda Mbangata (24), a bubbly young lady, a wheelchair user, a student and a business practitioner intern in one of the companies in Johannesburg has been living with her family in a compromising plight for all her life.

“We are still in the first phase of the allocations, 65 houses were also handed over before the 2016 municipal elections in Ward 17” Moshoaliba said.

Cllr Moshoaliba congratulated those who have received 64 houses today. “By far we have handed over 129 houses in Ward 2 and 17 as part of Gauteng Province’s declaration of no hostels in the province,” Moshoaliba concluded.

She was one of the 64 people whom were handed over houses today. She said she was happy with the house because as per MMC Motshana Moshoaliba’s commitment, the finishing touches on her house will be conventional to her disability.

“I am proud to be the recipient of this house today because

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TENDER INVITATION: Lesedi Local Municipality

Registered ICT Companies are hereby invited to provide a Fully Integrated Payroll and Human Capital Software to the Lesedi Local Municipality for a three (3) year period. The tender document together with the terms of reference which are important for the preparation of the tender will be available from Ms Sibulelo Nxathi at the Supply Chain Management Office of the Municipality as from 10th October 2016 at a non-refundable fee of R907.00 payable at the rates and taxes hall during office hours Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 15:30.

Closing date: 21st October 2016 @ 12h00.

Completed tender documents must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked: “TENDER NO: 26/2016: THE FULLY INTEGRATED PAYROLL AND HUMAN CAPITAL SOFTWARE – LESEDI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY”. Bids must be placed in the Tender Box situated at the Development and Planning Department, Municipal Building, c/o HF Verwoerd and Du Preez Street, Heidelberg which is accessible during office hours Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 16:00 on or before 12:00, 21st October 2016. Only tenderers who attend the compulsory briefing session which is scheduled for Wednesday, 12 October 2016 at 10H00 a.m. at the Infrastructure Services Boardroom are eligible to submit tenders.

No late, or emailed or faxed bids will be considered. Enquiries for the abovementioned bid may be directed to Ms Magda Lawrenson at Tel: (016) 492-0075 during office hours Monday to Friday.

Bidder’s attention is specifically drawn to the provision and rules which are included in the bid documents.

The Council reserves the right to accept any bid or part thereof and does not bind itself to accept the lowest or any bid and not consider any bid not suitably endorsed or comprehensively completed. Bids completed in pencil will be regarded as invalid bids.

The 90/10 preference procurement point system will apply and preference will be given to bidders who are able to demonstrate the following:

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TENDER INVITATION: Lesedi Local Municipality

The Lesedi Local Municipality hereby invites bids from suitably qualified Consulting Engineering Companies to provide consulting engineering services for: The Design and Project Management for the incorporation of additional 3.6 Ml/d capacity to the Existing 1.4 Ml/d Activated Sludge Wastewater Treatment Works (WWTW), which is situated in Devon. The consulting services and the work will be according to the requirements of the Lesedi Local Municipality.

Queries for the abovementioned bid may be directed to Mr. Star Moholobela from the Water and Sanitation at Telephone no: (016) 492 0032 during office hours Mon to Fri 07:30 – 16:00.

Closing date: 26th October 2016 @ 12h00.

The tender documents together with the terms of reference which are important for the preparation of the tender will be made available after the compulsory briefing meeting, which will be held at 10:00 on 13th October 2016 Infrastructure Services Boardroom at a non-refundable fee of R790-00 payable at the Rates and Taxes Hall during office hours Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 15:00, Lesedi Local Municipality, c/o HF Verwoerd and Du Preez Street, Heidelberg, Gauteng.

Completed tender documents must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked: “TENDER NO: 19/2016: CONSULTING ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF SUITABLY QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED, COMPETENT CONSULTANT/PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDER” Bids must be placed in the Tender Box situated at the Development and Planning Department, Municipal Building, c/o HF Verwoerd and Du Preez Street, Heidelberg, during office hours Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 16:00. This tender closes on 26th October 2016 at 12h00. No late, or emailed or faxed bids will be considered. All objections and complaints must be lodged within 14 days and in writing to the municipal manager’s office.

Bidder’s attention is specifically drawn to the provision and rules which are included in the bid documents. The Lesedi Local Municipality (LLM) reserves the right not to award to the lowest priced proposal; it normally awards the contract to the tenderer who proves to be fully capable of handling the contract and whose proposal is technically acceptable, has meaningful empowerment credentials and/or is financially advantageous to the LLM. Bids completed in pencil will be regarded as invalid bids.

a) Price 90 points b) B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution 10 points

The 90/10 preference procurement point system will apply and preference will be given to bidders who are able to demonstrate the following: a) Price 90 points b) B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution 10 points

All service providers must submit their B-BBEE Verification Certificate from Verification Agencies accredited by South African Accreditation Systems (SANAS) or a Registered Auditor approved by the Independent Regulatory Board (IRBA) or an Accounting Officer as contemplated in the Close Corporation Act (CCA) in order to claim preference points.

All service providers must submit their B-BBEE Verification Certificate from Verification Agencies accredited by South African Accreditation Systems (SANAS) or a Registered Auditor approved by the Independent Regulatory Board (IRBA) or an Accounting Officer as contemplated in the Close Corporation Act (CCA) in order to claim preference points.

It is compulsory that the taxes of the successful bidder must be in order or that satisfactory arrangements have been made with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to meet the bidder’s tax obligations.

Additionally, no contract shall be concluded with any bidder whose municipal rates and taxes and service charges that is in arrears for more than three months. All bidders must ensure that they are registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database via the following link: business.support@csd.gov.za. No business will be conducted with any person who is not registered on this database.

It is compulsory that the taxes of the successful bidder must be in order or that satisfactory arrangements have been made with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to meet the bidder’s tax obligations.

Additionally, no contract shall be concluded with any bidder whose municipal rates and taxes and service charges that is in arrears for more than three months. All bidders must ensure that they are registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database via the following link: business.support@csd.gov.za. No business will be conducted with any person who is not registered on this database.

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LESEDI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY ACTING MUNICIPAL MANAGER

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TENDER INVITATION: Lesedi Local Municipality

TENDER INVITATION: Lesedi Local Municipality

TENDER NO: 25/2016: TENDER FOR THE SUPPLY & DELIVERY OF A TRACTOR

TENDER NO: 18/2016: TENDER FOR THE OPENING OF A TOWNSHIP REGISTER AND THE PROCLAMATION OF RENSURG EXTENSION 4 LOCATED WITHIN LESEDI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY The Lesedi Local Municipality is hereby requesting bids from registered conveyancing companies to assist the municipality with the opening of a township register for Rensburg Extension 4 with the Deeds Office and to proclaim it as a registered township in the Government Gazette.

Queries for the abovementioned bid may be directed to Mr Phiwe Mhlola at Telephone no: (016) 492 0252 during office hours Mon to Fri 08:00 – 16:00.

Interested parties are hereby invited to submit a bid for a tender within the Community Services Department at Lesedi Local Municipality for the Supply and Deliver of a Tractor.

Queries for the abovementioned bid may be directed to Mr. Solly Sibaya at Telephone no: (016) 492 0032 during office hours Mon to Fri 07:30 – 16:00.

Closing date: 21ST October 2016 @ 12h00.

The tender documents together with the terms of reference which are important for the preparation of the tender will be made available after the compulsory briefing meeting, which will be held at 10:00 on 13th October 2016 Infrastructure Services Boardroom at a non-refundable fee of R790-00 payable at the Rates and Taxes Hall during office hours Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 15:00, Lesedi Local Municipality, c/o HF Verwoerd and Du Preez Street, Heidelberg, Gauteng.

Closing date: 21ST October 2016 @ 12h00.

All service providers must submit their B-BBEE Verification Certificate from Verification Agencies accredited by South African Accreditation Systems (SANAS) or a Registered Auditor approved by the Independent Regulatory Board (IRBA) or an Accounting Officer as contemplated in the Close Corporation Act (CCA) in order to claim preference points.

All service providers must submit their B-BBEE Verification Certificate from Verification Agencies accredited by South African Accreditation Systems (SANAS) or a Registered Auditor approved by the Independent Regulatory Board (IRBA) or an Accounting Officer as contemplated in the Close Corporation Act (CCA) in order to claim preference points.

It is compulsory that the taxes of the successful bidder must be in order or that satisfactory arrangements have been made with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to meet the bidder’s tax obligations.

Additionally, no contract shall be concluded with any bidder whose municipal rates and taxes and service charges that is in arrears for more than three months. All bidders must ensure that they are registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database via the following link: business.support@csd.gov.za. No business will be conducted with any person who is not registered on this database.

It is compulsory that the taxes of the successful bidder must be in order or that satisfactory arrangements have been made with the South African Revenue Service (SARS) to meet the bidder’s tax obligations.

Additionally, no contract shall be concluded with any bidder whose municipal rates and taxes and service charges that is in arrears for more than three months. All bidders must ensure that they are registered on the National Treasury Central Supplier Database via the following link: business.support@csd.gov.za. No business will be conducted with any person who is not registered on this database.

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The tender documents together with the terms of reference which are important for the preparation of the tender will be made available from Sibulelo Nxathi at the Supply Chain Management Office of Municipality, Heidelberg, as from 10th October 2016 at a non-refundable fee of R601-00 payable at the Rates and Taxes Hall during office hours Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 15:00. Only bank guaranteed cheques, cash or Completed tender documents must be submitted in a sealed envelope clearly marked: “TENDER NO: EFT will be accepted.

19/2016: CONSULTING ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE APPOINTMENT OF SUITABLY QUALIFIED, EXPERIENCED, COMPETENT CONSULTANT/PROFESSIONAL The bid must be sealed in an envelope marked: “TENDOR NO: 18/2016: TENDER FOR THE OPENING OF A TOWNSHIP REGISTER AND THE PROCLAMATION OF RENSURG SERVICE PROVIDER” Bids must be placed in the Tender Box situated at the Development and Planning Department, Municipal EXTENSION 4 LOCATED WITHIN LESEDI LOCAL MUNICIPALITY” Building, c/o HF Verwoerd and Du Preez Street, Heidelberg, during office hours Monday – Friday, 07:30 Bids must be placed in the Tender Box situated at the Development and Planning Department, Municipal – 16:00. This tender closes on 26th October 2016 at 12h00. No late, or emailed or faxed bids will be con- Building, c/o HF Verwoerd and Du Preez Street, Heidelberg, on or before 12:00, 21st October 2016 and will be opened in public. Tender box will be open during office hours Monday – Friday, 07:30 – 15:30. No sidered.

The Lesedi Local Municipality (LLM) reserves the right not to award to the lowest priced proposal; it late, or emailed or faxed bids will be considered. normally awards the contract to the tenderer who proves to be fully capable of handling the contract and Bidder’s attention is specifically drawn to the provision and rules which are included in the bid documents. whose proposal is technically acceptable, has meaningful empowerment credentials and/or is financially The Council reserves the right to accept any bid or part thereof and does not bind itself to accept the lowest advantageous to the LLM. LLM reserves the right to negotiate rates, for purposes of creating uniform- or any bid and not consider any bid not suitably endorsed or comprehensively completed. The compulsory ity and the tenderer, by responding to this tender, agrees to abide by such negotiated rates which may briefing session will be held on the 12th October 2016 at 11h00, at the Infrastructure Services Boardroom be changed from time to time by agreement between the parties. All objections and complaints must be and a compulsory Site Inspection will be conducted immediately after the briefing session. Bid completed in pencil will be regarded as invalid bids. All objections and complaints must be lodged within 14 days and lodged within 14 days and in writing to the Municipal Manager’s office. in writing to the Municipal Manager’s office.

The 80/20 preference procurement point system will apply and preference will be given to bidders who are able to demonstrate the following: The 80/20 preference procurement point system will apply and preference will be given to bidders who are a) Price 80 points able to demonstrate the following: a) Price 80 points b) B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution 20 points b) B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution 20 points

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