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OVERTIME only R48,5m Department of Transport admits human error

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emocratic Alliance (DA) Provincial Leader Jacques Smalle’s concerns over overtime payouts in the 2013/14 annual report of the Department of Transport led to explosive

reaction by departmental officials who attributed the initial amount of close to R1 billion contained in documentation recently presented to the Legislature to human error this week. Concerns raised by Smalle were captured in a report on the front page of last week’s edition of Polokwane Observer.

In a media statement issued late Monday departmental spokesperson Mafenya Lediga stressed that the department acknowledged that two incorrect tables relating to overtime expenditure were included in the report, justifying it as “a human error which is regretted”. He further stated that, however,

the fact remained that an overtime expenditure figure of R944,797 million was erroneously reported instead of R48,445 million spent on overtime. To page 2

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Ongeluk eis pragtige jongmens Die bakkie waarin Themaine Delport (20) en Lariska Uijs (17) na Polokwane onderweg was toe dit op ‘n grondpad op die Bylsteelpad omgeslaan het.

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Overtime only R48,5m From page 1 “We need to emphasise that should the earlier amount which is close to (a) R1 billion hold true, each traffic official would have received (a) R1 million in overtime which to the discerning analysts immediately would have indicated an error. The total expenditure on compensation of employees amounts to R963,361 million inclusive of overtime.” The statement of responsibility and confirmation of accuracy for the annual report included was signed by the departmental accounting officer, Head of Department (HOD) Hanli du Plessis and the accounting officer on the intervention team, MN Mokonyama. As he addressed the matter of the Provincial Business Executive of the Auditor-General (AG) having been informed on the incorrect tables contained in the 70 copies of the annual report tabled in the Legislature, Lediga did not mention any corrective measures to present the Legislature with the correct report. He continued saying concerns raised by Smalle and the AG findings would be dealt with in due course through the Portfolio Committee and Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) processes. Lediga concluded saying the department viewed the unparliamentary stance of Smalle as a political ploy to not only discredit the MEC for Transport, Safety, Security and Liaison but also the AG and the leadership of the province. Initially Lediga refused to comment further on matters arising from the statement, but changed his mind to accommodate follow-up questions posed by Polokwane Observer. In further response it was stated that as accounting officer the Head of Department took full responsibility for the error in the document. “The wrong figure(s) were repeated only twice in two consecutive tables and as said previously it was a typing error where “R269 250”

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was wrongly captured as “R269 250 000” and “R627 000” wrongly captured as “R627 998 000”. In terms of steps to be taken to re-table the corrected figures, the department said it would inform the Secretary to the Legislature of a mistake in the document and only the corrected page with an erratum note would be forwarded to the Legislature for inclusion in the document they have already received, hence there would be no re-printing of the original 70 copies. It was added that the cost of the pages would be around R52,50 which would be paid by the accounting officer therefore the taxpayers would not have to foot the bill to correct the document. Asked to clarify how many departmental traffic and other officials claimed overtime, the department responded with the following: “It must be stated clearly that overtime paid to traffic officials cannot be compared to overtime of other officials. Traffic officials get paid overtime to be on the road more than the 40 hours per week as prescribed by the Public Service Act in terms of which these traffic officials are appointed. All other officials only receive overtime as and when a need arises and is (are) not paid on a regular basis. As per the Public Service Regulation, 2001 (as amended), other officials cannot claim overtime exceeding 30% of the monthly gross salary unless it is approved by the Executive Authority. The department employs 4 094 officials of which 928 are traffic officials entitled to overtime. Said traffic officials received R43,014 million of the overtime expenditure out of the R48,445 million. The rest was claimed and paid to the officials on approved overtime by the accounting officer.” Requested for comment on the initial departmental media statement issued, DA

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Caucus spokesperson Stephen Mbedzi provided a reply, saying the DA took exception to the misinformed claims by the Department of Roads and Transport that Smalle was acting unparliamentarily when he raised his concerns. “In his intense study of the department’s annual report, the provincial leader quickly noted the highly irregular figures and on good authority reported the issue. The department has affirmed Mr Smalle’s concerns and have claimed that their mistake is merely a ‘human error’.” Mbedzi reiterated the report that the DA responded to was not and was never a document of the DA but a departmental document which carried the signature of both the MEC and HOD for authentication of its content. “It boggles the DA how executive management of this troubled department has admitted to their errors yet still want to shift the blame. They insist that the DA leader was unparliamentary however they continue to fail to account on misleading the provincial Legislature and the people of Limpopo,” he concluded.

Ongeluk eis pragtige jongmens Van bl 1 Die bakkie waarin Themaine en haar vriend, Dirk Uijs se suster, Lariska (17) vanaf Mogwadi (Dendron) na Polokwane op pad was, het op die grondpad omgeslaan en beide insittendes is klaarblyklik uit die bakkie geslinger. Themaine, wat in 2012 aan Hoërskool Pietersburg (PHS) matrikuleer het, is op die toneel dood terwyl Lariska ernstige nek-, arm- en skouerbeserings opgedoen het. Themaine het by Dirk op Mogwadi gewoon en net buite dié plattelandse dorpie gewerk. Dirk en nog ‘n vriend het tydens die ongeluk ‘n ent agter Themaine en Lariska in ‘n motor gery. Marianna sê dit is nog nie duidelik wie bestuur het nie. “Dit maak ook nie saak wie agter die stuur was nie, dit sal nie my kind terugbring nie,” sê Marianna wat erken dat sy baie vrae het en graag haar kind wil terughê. “Ek het baie seer. My hart is gebreek, maar ek berus daarby dat die Here heelmaak en dat tyd sal genees. Dit is moeilik om die voorval te verwerk, maar met die Here in my hart sal ek hierdeur kom,” sê sy. Sy het nooddienswerkers, boere in die omgewing, vriende en kennisse vir hul ondersteuning en gebede bedank. “Polokwaneinwoners is wonderlike mense. In tye van nood staan almal saam om dinge soveel makliker te maak. Hulle dra ons in hierdie moeilike tyd.” Lariska is in Mediclinic Limpopo met ernstige beserings opgeneem. Haar ma, Zonika Engelbrecht sê Lariska het Maandag ‘n nekoperasie ondergaan. Sy is stabiel en sterk in die hoësorgeenheid aan. “Sodra Lariska sterk genoeg is, sal verdere operasies op haar skouer en arm gedoen word,” sê sy. Volgens haar is dit ‘n moeilike tyd vir Dirk. “Hy en Themaine was in ‘n ideale verhouding. Hulle was werklik lief vir mekaar en het groot planne gehad,” sê sy. ‘n Roudiens word môre (Vrydag) om 11:00 vanuit die AGS Ooskampus in Bekkerstraat vir Themaine gehou. Marianna sê daar sal nie ‘n lykbesigtiging voor die diens wees nie. Benewens haar ma, laat sy haar pa, Theuns en broer Theuns agter.

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Calie van der Walt kry beenmurg uit Duitsland

>> Na twee en ‘n half jaar vind hy geskikte skenker in Duitsland >> Stamselle word volgende Donderdag oorgeplant

RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com a ‘n wagtyd van twee en ‘n half jaar vir ‘n geskikte beenmurgskenker vir oud-Tommie-leerkrag, Calie van der Walt, is daar hoop op ‘n skenking uit Duitsland. Van der Walt is in April 2012 met Mielodisplastiese Sindroom (MDS) gediagnoseer en het die soektog na ‘n geskikte skenker toe reeds begin. Sy seun, André sê nie lank na die diagnose op sy pa nie, het hy weens mediese redes sy liefde vir onderrig by Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé prysgegee. Hy verduidelik dat MDS onaktiewe bloedkanker in selle is wat veroorsaak dat beenmurg nie na wense funksioneer nie. Dit word as voorloper van kanker beskou en stamseloorplanting is noodsaaklik op oorlewing. “My pa het die afgelope week ver-

Calie van der Walt het in 2012 as leerkrag by Tommies bedank nadat hy met Mielodisplastiese Sindroom gediagnoseer is. ‘n Beenmurgskenker is vroeër vandeesmaand in Duitsland gevind. FOTO: ARGIEF

skeie bloedtoetse, sonars, skanderings en long- en hartfunksietoetse ondergaan. Hy is op 8 September in Pretoria-Oos Hospitaal opgeneem waar hy vir die volgende tien dae chemoterapie en ander behandeling ontvang,” sê Van der Walt. Volgende Donderdag word die stamselle vanuit Duitsland ingevlieg en oorgeplant waarna hy nog drie tot vier weke in die hospitaal sal deurbring. “Sodra my pa ontslaan word, sal hy vir drie maande in Pretoria bly omdat hy een maal per week bloedoortappings moet ondergaan om verwerping van die beenmurg teen te werk. Beenmurgbiopsies en bloedtoetse sal ook gedoen word om die groei van stamselle te monitor,” sê Van der Walt. Hy sê die familie is dankbaar dat ‘n skenker opgespoor is. “Dit was ‘n lang wag en uiteindelik is daar lig aan die einde van die tonnel,” sê Van der Walt.

Municipality pays R2,4 million for unfinished road BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com The Democratic Alliance (DA) will be approaching the Public Protector to probe Greater Letaba Municipality (GLM) for paying a contactor R2,4 million for a road that does not exist. A press release issued by Timothy Maluleke, DA Councillor of GLM, stated that the municipality appointed a contractor to upgrade one kilometre of streets at Sekgopo from gravel to paving blocks but only 607 metres were completed. “The contractor was paid the full amount of R2,4 million without completing the work. Another contractor was

appointed to build a low level bridge in the same village but nothing was done while the municipality has already paid the contractor R50 000 and is in the process of paying another R102 000 for the bridge that does not exist,” Maluleke stated. The statement further claimed that several tenders were also issued to close allies of senior officials in the municipality without following the correct procedures resulting in the municipality receiving a disclaimer opinion from the Auditor General for the previous financial year. “An estimated R54 million cannot be accounted for and is regarded as an irregular expenditure. Unauthorised

expenditure also amounted to R39 million. It is clear that the financial affairs of the municipality are in disarray,” the statement read. “Despite the taxpayer’s coffers going down the drain and that tenders were awarded without following the correct procedures, no action were taken against the officials that were implicated and the DA wants the Public Protector to further probe the financial affairs and tender irregularities with immediate effect,” the statement concluded. At the time of going to press several attempts to obtain comment from Lovers Maemetja, Spokesperson for GLM proved futile.

Hamermonster weer Vrydag in die hof Eduanpark se vermeende hamermonster, David Mamvura (23), wat vermoedelik met nege sake van verkragting en huisbraak in die stad verbind kan word, verskyn na verwagting Vrydag weer in die Polokwane Landdroshof. Volgens provinsiale polisiewoordvoerder, Ronel Otto het Mamvura

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Provinsiale leier van die Vryheidsfront Plus, Hannes Heyman staan voor die doelhok van die minisokkerveld wat direk agter die perseel van die Afrikaanse Protestante Kerk ontwikkel word.

Nuwe speelpark kan kerkdienste ontwrig WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com Inwoners en die gemeente van die Afrikaanse Protestante Kerk op die hoek van De Meer- en Potgieterstraat en die nabygeleë Nuwe Apostoliese Kerk oorkant die pad spreek hul kommer uit oor die ontwikkeling van die ontspanningsgeriewe wat tans deur die Polokwane Munisipaliteit onderneem word. Die munisipaliteit is besig met die ontwikkeling van minisokkervelde- en vlugbalbane direk agter die Afrikaanse Protestante Kerk. Die provinsiale leier van die Vryheidsfront Plus in Limpopo, Hannes Heyman het sy kommer oor die ontwikkeling uitgespreek en sê dat sokker ‘n spel is wat met luide ondersteuning gepaard

gaan en word ook tradisioneel op Sondae gespeel. Volgens Heyman het geen gemeenskapkonsultasie rakende die ontwikkeling plaasgevind nie. Johan Willemse, Vryheidsfront Plus raadslid se beswaar, wat ook deur die onderskeie kerke en lede van die Edwel Gemeenskapspolisiëringsforum gesekondeer word, is dat ‘n sokkerveld langs of naby ‘n kerk ongewens is. Willemse sê konflik oor die ontwikkeling kan vermy word indien die sokkerveld en vlugbalbaan nader aan Landdros Maréstraat en die dam gebou word. Ten spyte van die besware, is werkers van die munisipaliteit steeds besig met die konstruksie van die speelpark. Teen druktyd is geen kommentaar van die Polokwane Munisipaliteit verkry nie.

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Dept Transport honours excellence with awards

Safety Education Award to F R Nkgodi and the Best Road Traffic Authority for Reduction of Crashes went to Waterberg District. M E Mapiti won the Best Road Traffic Leadership Award, Waterberg Public Transport Unit the Best Road Traffic Law Enforcement Award and S Kekana the Best Road Traffic Performing Manager Award. The Best PHOTO: BARRY VILJOEN Road Traffic Performing Female Award went to M R Monare, Winner of the Best Traffic Officer Award, the Best Road Traffic Female MP Kekana, centre, flanked by MEC Mapula Manager Award to M Segooa Mokaba-Phukwana and Polokwane Execuand the Best Road Traffic Media tive Mayor Thembi Nkadimeng. Award to K Mootane. Transport, Safety, Security and LiBARRY VILJOEN aison MEC Mapula Mokaba-Phokwana >>barryv.observer@gmail.com officiated at a function and said that the evening was dedicated to appreciine units and officials of the Department of Transport, Safety, ate the extraordinary achievements of some exceptional men and women Security and Liaison were honoured for service excellence during the within the Department, men and women whose primary motivation is Provincial Road Traffic Management nothing but the ever burning desire to Incentives Awards function held at Gateway International Airport recently. serve the people effectively and with diligence. The Best Traffic Officer Award went “As you know, those of us who ento M P Kekana, the Best Road Traffic

joy the privilege of serving our people in the Public Service, carries with us the necessary obligation to ensure that we deliver services to our people efficiently, equitably and with diligence. This is our never ending task. The continuous pursuit of excellence must be our defining birth-mark,” the MEC said. The Road Traffic Management Corporation has developed the Traffic Management Fraternity Framework in order to identify and reward service excellence on a year to year basis across various fields within the road traffic safety management environment. Mokaba-Phokwana stated that the department has a proud history of excellence and great ambition and therefore expects of its employees to demonstrate these values and qualities every day if they are to realise the ambition of placing Limpopo in motion. “The recipients of these awards can walk tall with the knowledge that their selection process was a rigorous and taxing process. They can be assured that they have gone through the eye of a needle,” she concluded.

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Chairperson of the House of Traditional Leaders, Malesela Dikgale with the Motsepe Foundation’s Richard Selepe, Chairperson, Jack Letsoalo, Funding Committee member and Kenneth Makhanya, National Coordinator. With them are Nico Moloto, Enterprise Development Manager at Standard Bank and Capricorn district secretary of the foundation, Mabilu Mokwakwala.

Management of Motsepe Foundation meets with stakeholders HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The Management of the Motsepe Foundation on Monday met with the Capricorn District Motsepe Foundation committee as part of their nationwide capacity building to all the structures and committees of the Foundation at Polokwane Municipal Chambers. Present during the meeting were representatives of youth organisations, traditional leaders, churches, non government organisations and women cooperatives. Mabilu Mokwalakwala, secretary of the district committee, said the meeting was aimed at providing training for organisations on how to apply for funding.

“Since the Motsepe Funding was introduced to various organisations, plenty of them struggled to apply because they did not know how. The foundation, in partnership with Standard Bank guided and advised organisations on how they can access funding for new and existing projects,” Mokwalakwala said. He also mentioned that the district committee will embark on an awareness campaign to sensitise communities and stakeholders about how to adequately participate in the programmes and projects of the foundations. “We will start with the campaign in the first week of October and will visit municipalities and stakeholders within the district.” he said.

September 11, 2014

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Verlies van ‘n dierbare raak baie

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ie onnatuurlike sterfgevalle onder kinders wat onlangs in die stad voorgekom het, het weer eens die soeklig geplaas op hoe dit agtergeblewenes affekteer. “Wanneer ‘n geliefde sterf, is dit ‘n ervaring wat ons lewe in ‘n oogwink verander en is dit een van die moeilikste lewensuitdagings waarmee mense gekonfronteer word,” sê Jaco Putter, leraar van die NG Kerk Pietersburg-Noord. “Mense reageer uniek op die afsterwe van ‘n geliefde. Dit is onmoontlik om jouself in ‘n oogwink van ‘n geliefde los te maak en dit is ook nie ‘n proses wat vinnig afgehandel kan word nie. Daar is ook nie maklike antwoorde of geestelike oplossings nie, daar is niks wat ons geliefde kan terugbring of die leë plek in

ons harte kan vul nie. Die skielike afskeid of toepaslike Bybelverse of kritiserende uitsprake verwydering van ‘n geliefde bring disoriënsoos byvoorbeeld God straf jou. Sulke mense tasie mee en ons vra opnuut is diewe en is meer geïnteresseerd unieke lewensvrae om onsself te in hulle eie opvattinge as in jou oriënteer. Elkeen ervaar unieke emosionele en geestelike welemosionele reaksies en het vrae stand. Hulle optrede en woorde is vir of oor God. Sommige leer God liefdeloos. Hoopgewers onderopnuut ken en sommiges vra: steun, dra, bemoedig en vertroos Waarom of hoekom gebeur so en gee ruimte om jou vrae te vra iets en moet ons iets daaragter en te rou. Hoopdiewe maak ongaan soek? Ander vra of God gevraagde opmerkings soos “Die hulle straf en hoekom die Here Here kom pluk blommetjies vir Sy hulle geliefde kom haal, veral as tuin” of “Die Here het hom of haar dit ‘n minderjarige is. Mense wat kom haal” of meer verregaande: rou kry nie altyd ‘n regverdige “Die Here het hom of haar nodig”. kans om hulle vrae te vra nie. Sulke opmerkings bied geen verJaco Putter, leraar Hulle word daarvan beroof deur troosting nie en rig meer skade van die Nederduits mense wat hulle vrae beantwoord Gereformeerde Kerk aan as wat mense besef. ‘n Ander met kitsoplossings of deur onwrede en ongegronde uitlating is Pietersburg-Noord.

dat die Here mense straf deur hulle geliefdes te laat sterf. Almal treur saam oor die verlies van geliefdes, maar nie sonder hoop nie. Kom ons vertroos mekaar en hou in gedagte dat mense wat geliefdes verloor unieke innerlike ervaringe soos bv skok, ongeloof, ontkenning, ongevoeligheid, oormatige spanning, vreemde gedrag, aggressie, skuldgevoelens, skeidingsangs, verlange of disoriëntasie kan hê. Mense wat hoop bring maak ruimte hiervoor deur te luister en gee ruimte dat mense in ‘n rouproses bemoediging en vertroosting kry op so ‘n manier dat hulle in die eerste plek in voeling met hulself, hulle familie, omgewing en God kan bly. Die gemeenskap bestaan uit mediese dokters, sielkundiges en geestelike leiers wat as ‘n span kan help om deur die moeilikste uitdaging in jou lewe te kom,” sê Putter.

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Decreasing number of fatalities during ZCC pilgrim weekend BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com Transport, Safety, Security and Liaison MEC, Mapula Mokaba-Phokwana has applauded motorists and traffic officials on the noticeable decrease in road accident fatalities, when compared to that of last year, following the recent September pilgrimage by members of the Zion Christian Church to its headquarters at Moria. Spokesperson for the department, Mafenya Lediga said in a media release that the number of fatalities dropped from 21 to 11 this year. He added that the MEC wished to thank all road users for adhering to the rules of the road during the busy weekend and traffic officials for working around the clock to ensure free flow of traffic. Eleven persons died after a van collided with the carcass of a hippo that they were cutting up. The hippo was earlier killed by a truck. Mokaba-Phokwana sent her condolences to the bereaved families.

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Kolos in versekeringsbedryf sterf RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com ‘n Plaaslike ikoon en groot naam in die versekeringsbedryf wat honderde besigheidspersoonlikhede en veral werknemers en kliënte van Sanlam sal bybly, Willie Roux is Vrydag op

80-jarige ouderdom oorlede. Hy word môre (Vrydag) om 11:00 vanuit die NG Kerk Noordgemeente in Dorpstraat begrawe. Roux was sedert Februarie 1958 in diens van Sanlam en het in Oktober 2004 afgetree. Volgens ‘n vriend en oud-kollega, Wally Fraser was Roux 46 jaar in diens van Sanlam en het hy verskeie top toekennings ontvang. Benewens verskeie bemarkingstoekennings is Roux ook as Groeier van die Jaar, Kokkedoor van die Jaar, Groot Skrywer

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en Senior Kampioen vereer. “Roux het ook verskeie kere die Sanlam Komkamp (kampioene kompetisie) bygewoon en verskeie internasionale kwaliteitstoekennings verwerf,” sê Fraser. Voor Roux se aftrede in 2004 het hy een van slegs 12 persone geword wat die hoogste orde in Sanlam, die Adelaar, ontvang het. Dit word aan werknemers met hoë volumes kwaliteitwerk en goeie behoud van besigheid toegeken. “Hy was ‘n kollega met hoë integriteit en sy lojaliteit teenoor Sanlam was merkwaardig. Hy het baie mense se lewens op ‘n unieke manier geraak. Sy woord was sy eer en op sy eerlike opinie kon jy reken. Sy nagedagtenis is ‘n ryke erfenis wat ons almal sal bybly en Roux sal altyd met deernis onthou word,” sê Fraser.

Roux is deur nog ‘n voormalige kollega, Piet Craven beskryf as ‘n gesinsman van formaat wat ten alle tye net sy allerbeste gelewer het en ook dieselfde van almal om hom verwag het. “Sy Christelike waardes het hy onbeskaamd verdedig. Hy was ‘n trotse eggenoot, pa en oupa wat baie gemis gaan word. Sy liefde vir die natuur en spesifiek sy kennis van wildboerdery en jag het hy met vele gedeel en blywende indrukke gelaat,” sê Craven. Roux se skoonseun, Leon de Villiers sê hy sal sy skoonpa onthou as ‘n man wat baie streng voorgekom het, maar eintlik ‘n klein hart gehad het. Hy laat sy vrou, Sarah, drie dogters, Claudia, Rika en Suzette, ‘n seun Willem en nege kleinkinders agter.

Service delivery hotspots prominent on NCOP agenda YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com

Willie Roux is op 5 September oorlede. Sy roudiens vind op Vrydag, 12 September om 11:00 vanuit die NG Kerk-Noordgemeente in Dorpstraat plaas.

The assessment of the state of service delivery in regions of the province features prominently on the agenda of a high level National Council of Provinces (NCOP) delegation currently in Limpopo for Provincial Week, regarded a key mechanism to achieve the mandate of representing the country’s provinces in the national sphere. In documentation on the visit it was stated that the main focus of Provincial Week was to visit areas and municipalities experiencing service delivery protests or what was commonly referred to as service delivery protests hotspots in the nine provinces to assess the state of service delivery. South African Police Services (SAPS) records showing South Africa having experienced over 3 000 service delivery protests the past four years calculating it to a service delivery protest at least once every two days were simultaneously quoted. The NCOP programme makes provision for site visits to assess progress

in the delivery of services that include roads and housing projects, health centres, Police stations, correctional services centres, community empowerment and employment programmes, water purification plants and municipalities in the Vhembe and Mopani Districts. The five-day visit by the delegation commenced on Tuesday with meetings with, among others, Premier Stan Mathabatha and members of his Executive Council (Exco) and Heads of Departments (HODs), Legislature presiding officers and whippery members, party representatives as well as leadership of municipalities, the South African Local Government Association (Salga) and the Auditor-General’s Office. In his report on the state of service delivery in the province, Premier Stan Mathabatha took those present back to 5 December 2011 when five provincial government departments were placed under administration upon the province accumulating unauthorised expenditure of R2,7 billion and an overdraft of R1,7 billion. He expressed pride in reporting that Limpopo was

a much better place than back then thanks to the oversight work of the NCOP. Mathabatha alluded to significant improvement in the administration and corporate governance of the province. On the conversion from Section 100(1)(b) to Section 100(1) (a) intervention in respect of the five departments under administration, he mentioned they were in the process of signing a memorandum of agreement with the ministers concerned and trusted that the process would be concluded by the end of the month. In his address he referred to a decline in economic growth from 4,5% in 2007 to 1,1% in 2014 and said in an effort to put the provincial economy on a higher trajectory of growth and development they have identified infrastructure development, industrialisation and manufacturing as new game changers. In the same vein, he indicated, they have set an economic growth target of 5% by 2019. The Limpopo visit is expected to conclude with a debate on Provincial Week outcomes in the Legislature tomorrow (Friday) morning.

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lthough Limpopo has failed to achieve the ever elusive “Clean Audit 2014” target, certain improvements have been recorded during the 2013/2014 financial year. In a media statement on behalf of the provincial government, spokesperson Phuti Seloba highlighted that Limpopo departments have recorded a small regression in the number of votes that received unqualified audit opinions from seven to six in 2012/13 to 2013/14 respectively. “In 2013/14 the province recorded only one ‘clean audit’, in the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (Coghsta). It is however worth noting that three other departments that obtained unqualified audit reports for 2013/14 were cited with a minor number of no compliance matters, they being the Office of the Premier, Provincial Treasury and Safety, Security and Liaison.” For 2013/14 the provincial depart-

Lim departments miss ever elusive clean audit ments obtained one clean, five unqualified and six qualified audit opinions and one disclaimer, he said in summary. Seloba indicated that during the current year the province recorded improvements in the audit outcomes of three departments. He was of the opinion that the improvement in the audit outcome of the Departments of Health as well as Public Works both from disclaimed opinions to qualified was commendable and said it was trusted that those improvements would continue during the current year to unqualified. The other improvement was in the Department of Coghsta from an unqualified to clean audit. “Unfortunately the Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism was the only department to record a regression in audit opinion from unqualified to qualified due to movable assets between the Department and the

Limpopo Tourism Agency (LTA). “Of major concern in the province is the continued disclaimer in the Department of Education, which has been disclaimed for three consecutive years and the six qualified opinions of which three have remained qualified from 2012/13, namely Departments of Agriculture, Social Development and Sport, Arts and Culture. It has been noted that movable assets remains the Achilles heel in the province.” He added that Provincial Treasury has commissioned a movable assets scanning project which they trusted would address this perennial problem and assist these departments to progress to an unqualified opinion in 2014/15. As for the five public entities in the province, an improvement had been recorded in the Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA) from qualified reports over the last three

Confusion over certificates concerns Umalusi A problem prevails among school leavers in that they are not properly informed concerning the qualification value of the General Education and Training Certificate (GETC) for Adult Basic Education and Training (Abet) level four which is not equivalent to matric but only to a Grade 9 certificate. This concern referred to by Lucky Ditaunyane, Council for Quality Assurance in General Further Education and Training (Umalusi) Senior Communications Manager during an exclusive interview with Polokwane Observer. Representatives of Umalusi met with the Department of Education last week to discuss the implementation of processes to address the matter especially with regard to confusion that may exist among school leavers. “Umalusi receives regular que-

ries and complaints from persons who, post matric, enrolled for a Abet BETC certificate only to realise after completion that the certificate is only equivalent to Grade 9,” he said. He added that the issue has been monitored since 2010 and that nearly 1 100 young people in Limpopo had wasted another year or two because they were not properly informed. The same observation was made in KwaZulu-Natal and the Eastern Cape. Ditaunyane said a lack of information not only cost such students extra money but also delayed their studies for a higher qualification and possible employment. “The confusion was caused by the designation Abet level four which is the endpoint of the four sub-levels for Abet and is regarded as being level one of the National

Qualification Framework (NQF). The Senior Certificate, which is achieved after 12 years of schooling, is rated NQF level four. The NQF sets the boundaries, principles and guidelines according to which all qualifications offered by South African learning institutions are organised and structured. The NQF has 10 levels and Umalusi is responsible for the quality assurance of qualifications that fall within levels one to four,” he said. Ditaunyane said it is a worrying situation and Umalusi has partnered with over 400 adult education centres in the three affected provinces to address the situation. “We have already created a platform for informational posters and notes to be put up at schools and especially at adult education centres to alert learners on the difference between the certificates,” he said.

financial years to unqualified in 2013/14, he indicated. Seloba raised the opinion that it was a noteworthy improvement and should be sustained and improved to a clean audit. He further said the Limpopo Gambling Board (LGB) had maintained its unqualified audit report, but also needed to strive to get clean status in 2014/15. He said it was also worth noting that the Limpopo Tourism Agency (LTA) had progressed to a qualified audit opinion in 2013/14 from five consecutive years of disclaimed opinions. The regression in the audit opinion of the Gateway Airport Authority Limited (GAAL) from qualified to disclaimed, he stated, was concerning to the province and decisive interventions would be needed to correct the situation in the public entity. The report for Roads Agency Limpopo (RAL) had not yet been finalised, he stated.

Mayor to act on Fetakgomo unrest BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com The Democratic Alliance (DA) has requested Fetakgomo Mayor, Elizabeth Sefala, to urgently intervene in community unrest at Ga Nchabeleng that resulted in learners being prevented from attending school. DA Councillor Derick Mosoana in a media release stated that the unrest is the result of the municipality demolishing the satellite offices of the Department of Home Affairs without following the correct procedure. “Since yesterday (Monday), the residents have barricaded the roads with burning tyres and prevented learners from going to school. The bus and taxi commuters are also being affected by the unrest and the municipality failed to give residents a thorough explanation why the office was demolished. The DA is primar-

ily concerned about the education of the local children and residents’ safety. Failure to address community concerns is proof that the municipality is failing the people,” Mosoana says. Provincial Police Spokesperson Ronel Otto on Wednesday confirmed that 40 persons were arrested on Monday of which 23 were eventually charged and appeared in court on Tuesday. Their cases were postponed until 30 October and they were all released on bail of R300. “On Tuesday people took part in an illegal march to the municipal offices again and the Police had to fire rubber bullets to disperse them. Nobody was injured and no further arrests were made. The situation is now under control,” Otto reported. Attempts to source comment from the Fetakgomo Municipality at going to press were unsuccessful.

Forging relations with SA in Finland YOLANDE NEL >>observer.yolande@gmail.com

aving swapped Bushveld sunsets and the warm energy generally displayed by his fellow-countrymen for alien territory two years ago, ex-Premier Sello Moloto by now is used to the plummeting temperatures and foreign influences of Finland where he is forging relations with South Africa as ambassador. He took the posting as ambassador to Finland months after deployment to Mozambique in September 2011. He arrived in Finland in March the following year as the country on the northernmost tip of Europe was still covered in snow towards the end of their winter. In an interview during a visit to Polokwane last week, creating an opportunity for his closest friends to treat him to a birthday celebration at a local venue, he told Polokwane Observer that the Finnish people lived by the slogan that there was nothing like bad weather. Having had a taste of the onset of spring in the southern hemisphere during his most recent visit, he returned to Finland ahead of the onset of winter towards the end of next month when temperatures are expected to go down to zero again. The end of the year it could drop to -15°C only to pick up around January to March again to little below freezing point, he remarked. Moloto labelled the diplomatic work he is engaged in as very interesting. His term of his current posting is expected to come to an end next December. He indicated that the cultural interaction accompanying his ambassadorial position appealed to him. Also accredited to Estonia, Moloto explained he was expected to travel to that country four times a year during which he addresses audiences. He often is engaged in public speaking and was scheduled to deliver a speech at a dinner there tomorrow (Friday). The small population was highly developed, especially with regards to renewable energy and information technology and therefore possible cooperation would be in those areas, Moloto mentioned. He referred to the SA Agulhas II vessel, an icebreaking polar supply and research ship having its origins in that

National Book week launched in city BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com Deputy Minister of Arts and Culture, Rejoice Mabudafhasi launched the National Book Week (NBW) when she officiated at functions at Greenside Primary School, Polokwane Place of Safety and at a venue in the city last Friday. The theme for NBW 2014 is ‘Going Places’ and it reflects not only on the physical journey of NBW travelling deep into the country but also the magic of books and how reading books can figuratively and literally take you places. A media release issued by the department stated that NBW is an integral part of a nationwide reading campaign that aims to create a platform where government, the book sector and civil society can establish dynamic partnerships to promote access to books and contribute towards the creation of a writing and reading society.

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Deputy Minister of Arts and Culture, Rejoice Mabudafhasi, addresses guests at the launch of National Book Week.

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country. The vessel, it was learnt, was built in 2012 for research purposes but also supply South African research stations in the Antarctic. The Finnish people have their own cuisine not different from the rest of Europe, but the weather makes growing anything of importance difficult. Hence he missed the produce people back home took for granted, like apples and avocadoes which proved very costly over there, he said. In return South Africa purchased petro chemicals, pulp and paper from the Finns, he added. Asked about career highlights thus far, Moloto answered in his customary reserved manner that there were many. A recollection that should remain with him, though, would most certainly be the celebration hosted by old friends and acquaintances who met to toast another milestone in his personal life, share memories and celebrate together. Ambassador Sello Moloto.

Land development practices will soon take on a new look with the intended establishment of a municipal planning tribunal (MPT) by Capricorn District Municipality. The MPT is a decision making structure on land management applications for all local municipalities, which will comprise of municipal officials and suitably qualified external persons (for a five year term) to enhance the municipality’s planning capacity on land use management matters. Executive Mayor Gilbert Kganyago, after a meeting during which Council assented to the establishment of the tribunal, said the MPT is a giant step towards “socio-economic development that will unlock a potential for land resources, industrial development, investment and entrench a paradigm shift in

human settlements”. The tribunal will make it easier for the district to redress distorted historical spatial patterns which left the district saddled with an overwhelming number of economically derelict areas, poverty and social inequalities. Such old land use practices have also made it difficult and complex for the municipality to plan for land usage, growth and facilitate economic development and sustainable human settlement. According to a media release from CDM, the tribunal will position the municipality to be a planning theatre and a spatially efficient district for development to flourish. During a meeting with traditional leaders last week, Kganyago assured them that the municipality will involve them in consultative sessions to seek their input about the tribunal. The tribunal is expected to commence work during November.

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10 September to 10 October >> The Polokwane Municipality hosts a Literary Fair. Today (Thursday) there will be a Kiba Seminar from 09:00 to 12:00 and from 14:00 to 16:00 a video screening named Word Down The Line : Lesego Rampolokeng in the auditorium of the City Library. It will be followed by Writers in Conversation from

18:00 to 21:00 in the Jack Botes Hall. On Friday Polokwane Burning Poetry will be presented in the Jack Botes Hall from 18:00 to 21:00. Polokwane Burning Poetry and Book Launches will take place in the Jack Botes Hall on Saturday from 18:00 to 21:00. >> An Art Exhibition will also be on view in the Polokwane Art Gallery from 09:00 to 16:00 on weekdays from 11 September to 10 October. Malose Lekganyane: 083 279 3331. 13 September >> Huis van Bedieninge hou om 09:30 ‘n damestee by Uitspanrylaan 210, Bendor. Die gasspreker is Esté Geldenhuys van Radio Kansel en die onderwerp is “Ken jy God en ken God jou”. ‘n Beperkte aantal kaartjies is nog beskikbaar teen R50 elk en sluit tee en verversings in. Hettie de Wet: 082 452 1603 of Mirna Lourens: 079 511 0505.

>> Eugene van Heerden en sy orkes bied om 18:00 ‘n lentedans by die Ysterbergsaal naby Geyserstasie aan. Kaartjies kos R120 per persoon en sluit ‘n spitbraai-ete in. ‘n Kontantkroeg sal beskikbaar wees. Albert Kuhn: 083 268 4145. >> Model Helicopters South Africa (MHSA) is organising a National Air Show at the Model Flying Club Area 51 from 08:00 to 17:00 with eight clubs, some from so far as Cape Town attending. A fee of R100 per pilot (non MHSA member) and R50 per pilot (MHSA member) will be payable. The entrance fee is R30 for spectators (including a raffle ticket). Pieter Bornman: 082 325 5430

Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé from >> The Pick n Pay 5 km Women’s 09:00 to 16:00. There will be Walk will take place at the Polokgames, food stalls, a flea marwane Cricket Club to raise funds ket, jumping castles, face paint, for Pink Drive. Pink Drive provides hair spray and much more. Hire free breast cancer screening and a stand to sell your goodies at education. Gates open at 07:00 R300. Entry fee is R10 for adults and the event will commence at and R5 for children under 17. An08:00. Participants must enter netta Coetzee: 015 298 8397. by 12 September and the entry >> Oktoberfest 2014 will take fee is R40 for adults and R20 for place at Bolivia Lodge from children. Men are also welcome to 19:00 and Kapelle Frankenjoin and free breast examinations land Gädheim Orchestra from will be offered. Top Events: 086 Germany will provide the music. 005 1021. Traditional German dishes and >> ‘n Kattebakverkoping vind beer will be served. Tickets cost van 09:00 tot 14:00 by Laerskool R200 per person and includes Pietersburg, h/v Dorp and Thabo the first mug and beer and the Mbekistrate plaas. Bring jou weggooigoedjies of kom koop die dinner. Bettina or Klaus Rabiega: winskoop van jou lewe. Bespreek 015 295 6153. jou plek nou. Elmarie: 082 801 25 September 4870. >> The Polokwane SPCA will hold >> Bikers That Care’s 2014 its Annual General Meeting at Golden Oldies Day Jol takes place the Pietersburg Club at 18:00 for at Martha Hofmeyr Home from 18:30. The Chairperson will give a 09:00. Miss Golden Oldie will be short report on this year’s activicrowned and there will be three ties at the kennels and present lucky draws. There will also be the audited financial report. SPCA: food stalls, a flea market and a 015 291 1088. beer garden. Entry fee is R80 per person and includes a breakfast and lap badge. Children under 12 will be admitted free of charge. Lynne van Belkom: 082 962 8041. >> Bosveld Auto Club se Cars in the Park vind vanaf 07:30 by Generaal Piet Joubertskool plaas. Kosstalletjies, bloedskenk, lewendige musiek en ‘n kantien sal beskik- Kapelle Frankenland Gädheim Orchestra baar wees. Toegang is gratis en daar sal ‘n stalletjie 26 September wees waarheen kos en ander >> The Polokwane Chamber skenkings vir behoeftiges of Business hosts their annual gebring kan word. Dries de Golf Day from 08:00 to 12:00 Lange: 082 958 3532. at the Polokwane Golf Club. The 15 September competition will be a Betterball >> Mitchell House Gala Evening Stableford. Joyce Masegela: 015 takes place at 18:00 for 18:30. 297 8057. Tickets cost R100 and proceeds 27 September will go to Cansa TLC. Pam du >> Die Boeremusiekgilde PottiesBruyn: 015 296 0865. tak bied om 18:00 ‘n lentedans by 16 September Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé >> Die SAVF se algemene aan. Bring jou eie kosmandjie en jaarvergadering waartydens ‘n koelboks. Kaartjies kos R50 per nuwe bestuur verkies sal word, persoon vir nie-lede en R30 vir vind om 09:00 in die saal van die lede. Kinders onder 12 jaar gratis. Martha Hofmeyrtehuis plaas en ‘n Kort jaarvergadering word om die publiek is welkom. Annelise 17:45 gehou. Kobus Smit: 082 Bothma: 015 295 9077. 564 4668. 20, 24 and 27 September >> Die NG Kerk Pietersburg>> Alma Whitehead Photography Oosgemeente hou vanaf 08:00 will be running greatly discounted ‘n boemelaarsbasaar waarvan Practical Workshops for Beginner die opbrengs vir noodverligting and Intermediate Photographers in die gemeenskap aangewend at Cheerio Gardens during the Ma- gaan word. ‘n Ontbyt sal goebaskloof Spring Festival. 09:00 vanaf 07:00 tot 08:30 bedien to 10:00: One hour workshop word teen R70 per persoon How to take sharper photos, R95 en stalletjies met pannekoek, per person. 11:00 to12:00: One hamburgers, poeding, vleis en hour workshop - Intro to Comheerlike gebak sal beskikbaar position, R95 per person. 13:00 wees. Daar is nog stalletjies to 14:30: Portraits with on-board vir handwerk of stokperdjies flash, R140 per person. 15:00 to teen R200 elk beskikbaar. ‘n 17:00: Two hour workshop: InterWegbreeknaweek vir ses permediate to Advance: - Looking at sone by Raptors View Wildlife light - Practical revision - The exEstate buite Hoedspruit kan posure triangle, R190 per person. ook gewen word en kaartjies Alma Whitehead: 084 811 9591. moet vooraf by die kerkkantoor 20 September gekoop word. Kerkkantoor: 015 >> Little Blessings and Trinity 295 8849 of Willem Swiegers: holds a Family Fun Day at Hoër 082 324 8379.

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Polokwane Municipal Manager Connie Mametja, Executive Mayor Thembi Nkadimeng and municipal and departmental staff show off the Govan Mbeki Award.

Govan Mbeki Award for Polokwane Muni BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com

olokwane Municipality was named runner up in the Best Accredited Municipality category of the Govan Mbeki Award at national level during an event hosted in Gauteng by the Department of Human Settlements. The awards were handed over by Human Settlements Minister Lindiwe Sisulu. Tidimalo Chuene, Manager Communications and Marketing of the Municipality, explained that the municipal accreditation process is a critical tool in devolving the housing function to the local sphere. It enables municipalities to coordinate their housing decisions with other decisions that relate to the broader sustainability of human settlements. She also explained that Polokwane Municipality is accredited for level one housing functions by the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (Coghsta). This accreditation enables the municipality to conduct beneficiary management, subsidy budget planning and allocation, priority programme management and administration. A media statement issued by Chuene further stated: “The MEC has approved the municipality’s business plan for level two application. Level two accreditation status will give the municipality the responsibility to approve and manage housing construction programmes and ensure technical quality assurance. Currently, the authority for these functions rests primarily with the provincial department.” Executive Mayor Thembi Nkadimeng is reported to have said that although the municipality did not come out first in the category, it displayed its readiness and capacity to undertake the assignment of being entrusted with human settlement functions that are currently performed by Coghsta. Nkadimeng is quoted

to have said that the municipality is motivated by making a difference through the creation of opportunities for them to access housing opportunities in the form of serviced sites, complete units and basic services. “The municipality is pleased to receive recognition through this prestigious award and this demonstrates our commitment to improving the living conditions of the residents of Polokwane,” she said, adding that the award serves as a motivation for the municipality to do more in creating a better life for the people of Polokwane. Sisulu reportedly said in her keynote address: “Today is a joyous occasion. We will only concentrate on our achievements and by the look of our awards there is a great deal that we can be proud of gathering with people whose interest it is to tirelessly serve South Africa.” According to Chuene Polokwane Municipality is at present the only municipality in the province to have applied to Coghsta for accreditation as a housing provider. It is currently busy working towards achieving full accreditation, i.e. level 3 within the next two to three years. Attaining full accreditation will allow the municipality to plan its own projects, procure service providers, manage contracts and service providers and determine annual targets for the municipality. The Govan Mbeki Awards aim to promote and inculcate a culture of excellence within the human settlement sector in the delivery of quality human settlements and dignity to South Africans and to encourage all stakeholders in the sector to respond systematically and foster the entrenchment of spatial patterns across all geographic scales that exacerbate social inequality and economic inefficiency. The awards aims to motivate all stakeholders in the housing industry to harness human and other resources in accelerating housing delivery to improve the lives of millions of people especially the poor of the country and the province.

Wheelchair-friendly minivan for Social Development ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com The Department of Social Development (DSD) on Friday welcomed the donation of a special wheelchair-friendly minivan from the Japan International Cooperation Agency (Jika). The Manager of Social Welfare Services, Daphny Ramokgopa said the department, as part of its mandate to protect and promote the rights of persons living with physical disabilities, celebrated Casual Day at the Reakgona Adult Centre where they also displayed the minivan. “The department hopes to take the lead and encourage all South Africans to show their support for persons with disabilities, not just today, but every day,” she said. Ramokgopa said although the minivan is a welcome gift, there is still a need for more vehicles that are compatible for wheelchair users. “DSD has many disabled social field workers and this van can only accommodate four wheelchairs. We need at least another ten vehicles in order for us to do our work properly,” she said and appealed to businesses to assist them with similar vehicles.

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Daphny Ramokgopa, Manager of Social Welfare Services at the Department of Social Development at the back of the specially equipped, wheelchair-friendly minivan donated to the department by the Japan International Cooperation Agency.

Bekende argeoloog Francois du Plessis bied vanaf Maandag tot 24 September ‘n reeks lesings met interessante foto’s en beeldmateriaal van sy reise en navorsing in die stad aan. Die reeks beloof om ‘n nuwe waardering vir die betroubaarheid van die Bybel te gee. Die onderwerp van Maandag se aanbieding is “Besoek die ruïnes van die antieke stad van Avaris”. Argeoloë het Avaris onlangs ontdek, oopgegrawe en toe weer met sand bedek. Volgens Du Plessis is hierdie ‘n ongelooflike stad in die oostelike Nyldelta. Dis hier waar Potifar die jong Hebreeuse slaaf Josef gekoop en hy onskuldig in ‘n Egiptiese tronk beland het. Josef is later vrygelaat en het in die paleis van Hieksos Farao beland. Dit is ook by Avaris waar die grootste vrylating van slawe plaasgevind het. Twee miljoen Hebreërs is uit die tronk van slawerny verlos. Soos Josef ontvang hulle koninklike status by Hom wat hulle verlos het en trek tot by die Rooi See. Na baie jare se navorsing het Du Plessis met behulp van betroubare bronne die plek ontdek waar Israel deurgetrek het. Hierdie lesing gee nuwe inligting oor die verhaal van Egipte wat nog nie deur die publiek aangehoor is nie. Dinsdag se aanbieding is oor Tirus, die magtigste, rykste en grootse hawestad van antieke tye. Na die verwoesting van Jerusalem in 586 vC het Esegiël voorspel dat die stad in die see gewerp sou word. Elke keer wanneer Du Plessis Libanon besoek, staan hy vir ‘n rukkie stil om na die ruïnes van ou Tirus in die Middellandse See te kyk.

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Woensdag kom Petra, die stad wat uit rots gekap is en as een van die moderne natuurwonders beskou word, aan die beurt en Donderdag besoek hy Armenië waar die verhaal van Noag se ark vir hom duidelik geword het. Maandag, 22 September neem Du Plessis sy gehoor na die vlakte van Sinar in antieke Babilon. Dit is hier waar ons die oorsprong van al die tale van die wêreld kry. Dinsdag stap hy in die spore van Elia in Samaria en Woensdag is Johannes die Doper die onderwerp. Hy is by Mukawir onthoof; sy kop is na Damaskus se Omayadmoskee geneem en sy liggaam is in Samaria begrawe. Du Plessis se lesings word by Otto’s Diesel Centre, Vermikulietstraat 68, Laboria gehou en toegang is gratis. Bespreek vooraf by Michelle Müller by 079 878 0695 of skakel Du Plessis by 082 892 0129 vir verdere besonderhede.

Francois du Plessis en sy dogter Lauretta in Georgia op pad na Armenië. Foto: Verskaf

Motlanthe to deliver Tiro Memorial Lecture Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za Former Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe is expected to deliver the third Onkgopotse Tiro Memorial Lecture at the University of Limpopo tomorrow (Friday) Communications Practitioner at the University, Johannes Selepe informed Polokwane Observer on Monday. “He will be the main speaker of the event. Other guests expected at the event are Tiro’s Family and Friends, Businesses, stakeholders and

various political organisations,” Selepe said. Tiro is best remembered for his sharp criticism of apartheid policies. His starring role as a South African Student activist and black consciousness militant led to his expulsion at the then University of the North in 1972. A political activist, teacher, member of the South African Students Organisation and Black Consciousness Movement and Honorary President of the Southern African Students’ Movement, Tiro (27) died in Botswana in 1974 while opening a parcel bomb addressed to him.

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CRIME shorts Ten killed while butchering up hippo

Police in Tzaneen are investigating a case of culpable homicide after a bakkie allegedly plunged into a group of persons on the R529 at Nkambako Village just outside Tzaneen on Saturday evening. Eight persons died on the scene while seven seriously injured persons were admitted to the Letaba Hospital where two later succumbed to their injuries leaving the death toll at ten. The injured and deceased were part of a group of people who were butchering a hippo killed by a heavy vehicle earlier. Provincial Police Spokesperson Ronel Otto stated that a truck allegedly hit a hippo after which residents of a nearby village started cutting up the carcass for its meat. “The 23-year-old driver of the bakkie plunged into the crowd of people killing eight instantly. Two later died in hospital,” she said.

Missing person Police in Mankweng are looking for a 16-year-old woman, Mamoshibudi Annah Mamabolo of Ga Mamabolo Thabakgone who allegedly went missing on 30 August at about 11:00. Police Spokesperson Matimba Maluleke said Mamoshibudi reportedly left her home on said date with her fivemonth-old baby, Thabiso. She was wearing white trousers, is dark in complexion and about 1,6 m tall. Anyone with information on her whereabouts can contact Mankweng Police Station on 015 286 2000/41/42 or Captain Ngobeni on 071 676 8345.

Serial rapist sentenced Josaya Oupa Monyeki (34) who was found guilty of terrorising the community of Modimolle for two years was sentenced to six life sentences plus four years for theft and robbery by the Modimolle Regional Court last Friday. Provincial Police Spokesperson Hangwani Mulaudzi said the crimes were committed since 2010. “He would target women walking alone within the area of Modimolle, grab them from behind, drag them into the bushes and then rape them. He also threatened some of his victims with a firearm before raping them and fleeing the scene with the victims’ belongings,” Mulaudzi said. Monyeki will be back in the dock with another alleged rape suspect Frans Matome on 8 October when both will face two counts of rape and one of robbery. Acting Provincial Commissioner Ntombi Dladla praised the excellent work done by the investigating officer and hailed the prosecution for a welldeserved sentence.

Alleged rapist, murderer in court

Alleged serial rapist and murderer, Malesela Ledwaba (42) could possibly face more charges after his trial was postponed to 25 and 26 November in the Mahwelereng Magistrate’s Court on Monday. According to Provincial Police Spokesperson Ronel Otto the case was postponed as more charges might be added to the original charge sheet in which he already faces nine alleged charges of rape, three of murder and one of robbery. It is alleged that he raped and murdered three women between 2002 and 2004 in the Mapela area. He also allegedly broke into several houses where he raped his victims before robbing them.

Twelve caught for possession of dagga

Twelve people between the age of 18 and 25 who face a charge of possession of dagga will appear in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court again later this month. According to Westenburg Police Spokesperson Mohlaka Mashiane the twelve were arrested over the weekend during a routine stop and search operation by Westenburg Police. “They appeared in court on Monday and were released on R500 bail each,” he said. Police also managed to arrest a 29-year-old woman in connection with the murder of a 27-yearold female last Saturday at a tavern in Ladanna. She appeared in court last Tuesday and will appear again on Friday for formal bail application. “It is alleged that the two women were drinking at the tavern when a fight broke out and the deceased was stabbed in the neck with a broken bottle. She died on the scene,” Mashiane said.

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Panarottis verras Re/Max en Foodcorp Milling Division Panarottis Mall of the North het die personeel van Re/Max en Foodcorp Milling Division Vrydag met ‘n verskeidenheid heerlike warm pizza’s verras. Die verassingsbesoek was deel van Panarottis se bemarkingsaksie waartydens pizza’s en afslagbewyse uitgedeel word. Bemarkingsbeampte Angelique Wolmarans kan by 076 244 3923

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>> Two countries have much in common >> South African needs to tap and learn from India BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com

EC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Joy Mashoge, who currently leads a delegation from Limpopo to the Indo-South Africa Week in India, addressed a meeting of dignitaries held in Mumbai on Tuesday.

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Gereed om aan die pizza’s te smul. Van links is Isobel Bresler, eiendomsagent van Re/Max, Jodene Els, bemarkingsbeampte van Panarottis, Wilsie Oosthuizen, prinsipaal van Re/Max, Tary Dengu en Tawanda White, kelners van Panarottis.

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Agriculture and Rural Development MEC Joy Mashoge.

Werknemers van Foodcorp Milling Division was aangenaam verras toe Panarottis Mall of the North by hulle ingeloer het.

The meeting was attended by the South African Deputy High Commissioner, Malose Mogale, Consulate General, Pule Malefane, Minister Counsellor responsible for Agricultural Affairs, Mkhululi Mankazana and the Executive Mayor of Capricorn District Municipality (CDM), Gilbert Kganyago. Also present were Vikas Gadre, the Director General of the Bombay Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Vinod Gupta, Chairman of the Golden Maharashtra Development Council, leaders from Agri-Business Mumbai and delegations representing farmers from South Africa, as well as officials from South African government departments and other stakeholders. Matshoge is reported to have said that it has since the dawn of development been the experience that agriculture was and is still being regarded as a backward sector as compared to other sectors. “That is not the case. We have you as our brothers and sisters in India who took the sector very serious in that when you were developing your economy you did not abandon agriculture. You are still maintaining, believing and supporting the sector in terms of resources and we have seen Government taking the lead in ensuring that resources and opportunities required to make the sector remain competitive along the others are made available,” she said. Matshoge alluded to the fact that South Africa’s National Development Plan, which is the vision for the country, is putting more emphasis on the industrialisation of agriculture. “It

is against this background that we find ourselves gathering in this room to exchange ideas and strategies on how best we can ensure that our citizens have access to food which is safe to consume. As South Africans we need to tap and learn from India on how we should make our communities to produce food that they are eating, instead of purchasing it using their own wages from the supermarkets instead of them using their own hands,” she said. Matshoge referred to the situation in India where every piece of land is utilised at its best and said that she would like to see the same situation in South Africa. The advantage of South Africa is that the entire country has a competitive advantage in agriculture, in that all the commodities of agriculture can be produced locally, starting from sub-tropical, deciduous fruits and vegetable crops, livestock farming ranging from large and small stock and game farming. “Our ideals are founded by both mammoth and daunting struggles that we have been engaged in together as a people that ultimately brought about symbiotic relations between our two countries and it is clear that there is a need to review and identify new investment opportunities and possible areas of collaboration amongst the two countries, especially because we have seen that we have similar characteristics. I invite all the participants to take full advantage of this initiative and to harness the full potential and attract as many investors to South Africa as possible,” the MEC said in conclusion.

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Single mother wins house in competition >> Ten finalists, only one winner >> Last key finally unlocks the door Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

BA Homes together with Capricorn FM brought joy to the life of a single mother when her golden key unlocked the door of a brand new house in the Southern Gateway housing development on Friday. Kgaogelo Mokwena from Lebowakgomo was one of ten lucky contestants that were chosen for the final round of the competition by RBA Homes and Capricorn FM, where only one golden key unlocked the door to the house. This was the second year in succession that RBA Homes and Capricorn FM held the competition. After being initially drawn as the tenth contestant in line to open the door, Mokwena had to watch as all the other keys failed to unlock the door and was so overcome with emotion when her key finally unlocked the door that she collapsed on the floor and had to be comforted by Capricorn Marketing Manager, Tsakani Muhlari. She soon composed herself and described

Kgaogelo Mokwena, the winner of the house in the comhow she listened to the radio petition held in collaboration between RBA Homes and every Tuesday in order to enter Capricorn FM reacts after realising she is the winner with for the completion. She thanked RBA Homes and Capricorn FM for Tsakani Muhlari, Marketing Manager for Capricorn FM looking on. Photos: Warren Blunt a great competition and is now the proud owner of her first home. The single mother of one child described her windfall as a blessing from above and can’t wait to move into her new home with her son. RBA Homes Sales and Marketing Manager, Robert Ndaba said RBA will be looking after her new home and laying the paving while the house is registered in her name The winner of the house in the competition between RBA Homes and and she will be able Capricorn FM, Kgaogelo Mokwena (middle) with Cyril Chetty, Managto move in once the transfer is completed. ing Director for Capricorn FM and DJ Complexion.

Win a hamper and join Joyous Celebration on stage BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com South Africa’s most adored ensemble, MTN Joyous Celebration will stage a once in a life time spiritually uplifting concert at the Meropa Casino and Entertainment World on Saturday and fantastic prizes are to be won before and at the show. This award winning choir will rise to the stage and perform songs from their recently released 18th rendition titled “One Purpose” that has songs such as Bhekani Kujehova, Modimo Ali Teng and Ntate Ke Mang that have had fans on their feet during the entire 2014 tour. This year SA’s favourite gospel ensemble introduces the MTN Joyous Conductor Experience, where one lucky winner will receive a unique opportunity to conduct a song of their choice from the MTN Joyous Celebration 18th album on stage. The competition is open to all MTN PayAsYouGo and TopUp customers and they can enter by simply dialling *130*1# and select to opt in to the competition and then recharge with a minimum of R10 airtime. “MTN Joyous Celebration continues to define the gospel choral music scene on the continent and as firm supporters of South African music, we are absolutely delighted to be able to bring our customers closer to their musical heroes through exciting initiatives such as the MTN Joyous Conductor Experience. The people of Polokwane should brace themselves

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for a spectacular and spiritually fulfilling event”, says Desiree Pooe, MTN Senior Manager for Sponsorships and Events. “The MTN Joyous Conductor Experience is our way of giving back to our loyal fans all over the country. They have supported us from infancy to this musical juggernaut that we have become and through it, we reward one of them with a unique opportunity to share the stage with Joyous live during a show” adds Jabu Hlongwane co-founder of the group. Show Conductor and Producer, Lindelani Mkhize invites fans and music lovers to bring their camping chairs and blankets and come in their numbers to sing, dance, praise and celebrate spring and all that is good, as it is an outdoor show.

Tickets are available at Computicket or at any ShopRite outlet and are priced between R180 and R270 and at R210 to R300 at the show. Five MTN Joyous Celebration hampers that include a MTN JC T-shirt (R100), MTN JC Straw bag (R80), MTN JC CD and DVD (R200) and two tickets to the show (R360) are up for grabs. Send your name and mobile number to nomsa@dinokocommunications.com before 12:00 tomorrow (Friday) to enter for the draw. For more information and updates, visit My Joyous Celebration on Facebook or follow @joyousSA on twitter. Helga Klizanie can be contacted on 011 0518 708/ 084 400 3003 or Nomsa Zwane on 011 0518 708/076 587 6159/ 083 998 8553

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BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com iCollege is die nuwe borg van ‘n studiekursus vir die nuwe Face of Savannah-ambassadeur wat op 15 November aangewys word. iCollege het Saterdag ‘n stalletjie by Savannah Mall beman waar besonderhede van hulle kursusse bekendgestel is. Volgens Karen Botha, groep bemarkingsbestuurder van Savannah Mall, kon die huidige Face of Savannah, Caitlin Harty, nie Saterdag se ekspo besoek nie weens onvoorsiene omstandighede. Inskrywings vir die kompetisie sal binnekort aangekondig word.

Capricorn FET College students graduate >> It has been at tough academic journey

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Khorombi Madzhie, Chief Executive Officer of Capricorn FET College and Dr Walter Tshamano, TUT Polokwane Campus Director.

Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za “The best group of students the school has ever produced.” That is how Chief Executive Officer of Capricorn College for Further Education and Training, Khorombi Madzhie described graduates of the institution’s Polokwane Campus during their graduation ceremony last Friday. On the day 256 students were conferred with diplomas in various fields of study, namely Finance, Economics and Accounting, Management, Marketing Management, Office Administration, Hospitality, Safety in Society, Tourism, Engineering, Information Technology and Computer Science, Public Management and Financial Management. Congratulating the graduates Madzhie said they are proud to have produced successful students. “We are happy as a school to have produced such a group of determined learners. We used to have strike actions at our school but since the arrival of this group we had none as, they understood what they were here for. “I am glad that they will be employable; they are the future; they are skilled and an example to other students at the campus,” he said. Mokgolo Chuene who received her Diploma in Office Administration said she was happy to finally have completed her studies. “It has been at tough academic journey, gruelling at some point but exciting. I am glad that I have completed this lap and I am now ready to face other challenges,” Chuene said.

Wedding competition entries still open ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com The closing date for Mall of the North’s wedding competition is 19 September and bridesto-be are invited to visit Mall of the North for an entry form. Marketing Manager of the centre, René van der Merwe said if brides missed the entry forms which were published in the Beeld, they can call the office on 015 265 1026 or send an email to info@mallofthenorth.co.za and the entry form will be forwarded to them. “A photo, accompanied by the entry form, must be sent to the same email address on or before 19 September,” Van der Merwe said and added that brides can win the wedding of their dreams valued at R150 000 and a brand new Volkswagen Polo Tsi valued at R200 000.

Lephephabe village to host provincial Heritage Day celebrations Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

The Provincial Government will join the rest of South Africa in celebrating national Heritage Day with an event scheduled for 24 September at Lephephane village in the Tzaneen area. The theme ‘Celebrating 20 years of Democracy, tell your story that moves South Africa forward’ will be thoroughly exploited to show the rich, diverse and often unique heritage that South Africans can boast 20 years after the dawn of democracy. Spokesperson for the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, Khathu Sadiki said the provincial celebrations the province will once again showcase its diverse culture and remind communities of their culture, tradition and heritage. “Premier Stan Mathabatha will give the keynote address on the day. They will be lots of fun on the day. We have lined up traditional music performances that will showcase our culture. We call upon all to come and join the celebrations, especially young people because we want them to understand the essence of the day so that they can be proud of their heritage,” he said.

Left: Evelyn Makgoka, Diploma in Finance, Economics and Accounting. Right: Khutsisa Monyepao, Diploma in Marketing Management.

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18 OBSERVER Spring is in the air Putting your best Getting your garden ready shoe forward polokwane

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>> Adopt a style that is trendy and comfortable ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com

s much as we love spring shopping, the whole process can be pretty overwhelming. In order to make sure your style is trendy and keeping up with fashion, make sure your shoes are comfortable. If you were keeping up with the street style shots in magazines, you’ll notice a slew of fashionable sneakers on the feet of editors, stylists, bloggers, buyers and models. Fashion can be fun and all, but a girl’s got to be comfy too. Whether you prefer a wedge or a colourful sneaker, the brand new Nike wedge sneakers is the trend for spring and beyond. It’s time to give our feet a break. Ah, the heeled mule, as much as you want to hate this shoe, it’s back for spring and here to stay. But with a few pretty accents and a solid high heel by, you can have a love/hate relationship with the slip-on shoe. If you’re not into a leather sandal this spring, well, you’re in luck. A spin-off of the fashion sneaker, sports-inspired sandals were created for this season. Wear

them through the summer too, just don’t actually attempt to play any sports in them. The chunky heal sandal is a given when it comes to spring. And if you’re looking for a pair with just the right amount of height, get a pair with a chunky, midi-heel. They’re easy to walk in and super flattering. Making a comeback along with the heeled mule is the gladiator sandal. You either love it or hate it. The majority of shoppers won’t be opting for the knee-high version, but for a style that hits right at the ankle or even up to the bottom of your calf. Wear them with shorts or slip them under your skinny jeans. The embellished espadrille is an old time favourite. The espadrille has received some major makeovers throughout the seasons. You can go for bright colours and laces or studs and leather. They’re already a hit. The perforated bootie is ideal for those nights out in the spring, there’s a new high-heel making waves in the fashion world. It can be a standard perforated cut-out or can get really intricate. They’re bound to be your statement heel of the season.

There’s no point in pretending you’re not going to be out in your garden the first warm day of spring. While there is no harm in cleaning up fallen branches and debris, it’s much easier to cut plants back before the old growth gets tangled up in the new growth. Gardeners in warm climates can treat winter as supplemental growing seasons, but for gardeners who experience hard winters, spring is a great time to get a head start on garden clean-up. Some perennials may remain evergreen and can be left standing as

well as to fuel the vigor of the plant. There are perennials that simply don’t fare well if they are pruned too late in the season. They need the winter protection provided by their fallen leaves to help them survive. Most plants benefit from some sort of regular pruning and maintenance. The trick is in knowing when to prune what. Pruning at the wrong time of year may result in less flowers and fruits, but it usually won’t harm the plant in the long run. The exception to this is pruning too late in the season and encouraging a lot of tender, new growth that will be killed back with the onset of winter. Spring rose care depends very much on your climate. Roses grown in warm climates, where roses never go dormant, benefit from a good pruning and the removal of the majority of leaves, to shock the rose into

thinking it was dormant and needs to wake up and start growing again. Where roses did go dormant, spring care should begin just as the leaf buds begin to plump up. Most trees and shrubs benefit from annual pruning, but not all trees and shrubs should be pruned early, especially some of the flowering ones. Evergreens should require little to no spring care other than some tidying up. Spring is a good time to fertilise evergreens because they are actively growing at this time. However, if the soil is healthy and rich, you should only need to feed your evergreens about every other year. Early spring is the time to take action against weeds with some pro-active weeding. Don’t try to compost weeds. They’ll come back to haunt you. It’s always wise to test your soil before you start adding things to it. If you have healthy soil, all you should need to do is a bit of top dressing with compost, manure or a complete slow release organic fertilizer. The finishing touch in the spring is edging. A crisp edge makes a garden bed look polished. It also helps prevent your lawn from crawling into your flower bed. Don’t underestimate the power of a clean edge.

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s winter winds down, it’s easy to feel discouraged about the way you look. With spring comes sunshine, humidity and time spent outdoors and since spring is a time of rejuvenation and growth, it’s the perfect occasion to pamper your skin. There are a number of ways to improve your skin health without expensive facial scrubs, moisturizers or wrinkle serums. If you haven’t scrubbed those dead skin cells off your face all winter, it’s definitely time to start. You can exfoliate by using a washcloth or loofah, but if you want an easy DIY scrub recipe, mix up an easy concoction of sugar, salt or oatmeal together with your face and body wash. If you have dry skin, add honey, olive oil or milk for a dose of lasting hydration. Despite years of thinking otherwise, drinking lots of water each day does not have an effect on your skin. That doesn’t mean that drinking water isn’t good for your body. Aim for eight glasses of water per day. It will help fill you up, causing you to eat less and potentially lose weight. You’ll also likely see an increase in your energy levels.

Some people have seriously neglected their feet over the winter. Fill a foot basin with six cups of warm or hot water and two cups of milk. The milk is a mild exfoliator and will soothe your skin. Sit back, relax and soak for ten minutes. Then use a pumice stone to remove dry, calloused skin from your feet. Apply a thick moisturiser such as argan or coconut oil. Along with not paying

enough attention to your feet, you also didn’t shave as often in the winter. Before you grab the razor, exfoliate your entire body. You can easily make a body scrub at home by mixing two cups of coffee grounds (used), a halfcup of sugar and a half-cup (or less) of olive oil. Using your hands, scrub

your whole body. Apply moisturiser before you leave the humid bathroom. This will help seal the moisture into your skin and reduce the chance that you develop razor rash or shave bumps. Though you may feel like spending as much time as possible in the sun after a long winter, keep in mind that those UV rays are doing serious damage to your skin. It’s very easy to be sunburned in the spring, which also increases your odds for developing skin cancer. Protecting your skin from sun damage is of the utmost importance. One of the best things you can do for your skin is to increase your intake of antioxidants, which helps protect skin from free radicals which are found in food, tobacco smoke and polluted air. It causes skin damage and contributes to aging by destroying collagen. The less collagen you have, the more wrinkles you get. Your skin will benefit greatly if you increase your consumption of vitamins E, C, and K. Getting enough vitamin A is also essential - if you’re not getting enough, your skin responds by becoming dry and flaky. Most fruits and vegetables have plenty of vitamin A, so eating healthy will certainly help improve your skin’s tone and elasticity.

Ten fun ways to celebrate spring ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com You heave a sigh of relief that the end of the cold weather is in sight. You envision the pastels and bright colours of spring bulbs and flowers in bloom. You smell the freshness of the air and fragrance of plantings. This year, why not pull out all the bells and whistles and give this new season the attention it deserves. Shake it up and do something out of the ordinary. Go out and revel. Hike along a nature trail, climb a mountain, stroll along the beach, bike, go horseback riding, or spend the day in a local park. An early morning or evening walk will add splendour to your day. Connecting with nature is a wonderful way of stimulating your creativity, reflecting, and getting perspective on what really matters in life. Arrange fresh cut flowers in vases and bowls. Scent your home with romantic, aromatic lavender. Even if it’s too cold to eat outdoors, set up a blanket on the living room floor. Prepare picniclike food and decorations for your celebration with the entire family. Splashing in a puddle may be one of the most fun ways to celebrate spring. Doing it will free your spirit and make you feel childlike again. Give away all clothes that you haven’t worn in a year. Now is the perfect time to pack away heavy wools in favour of pretty blouses, and replace those old wire hangers with cushioned or wooden ones. Organise clothing by colour and then sort by type (tops, pants, dresses) within each colour category to help you find your favourites with ease. There’s nothing like seeing that first new growth poke out of the earth to signal that spring here. You can recreate that feeling even

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if the ground is still frozen by planting an indoor herb garden and watching it grow. Buy small containers of rosemary, basil, thyme, and other favourite herbs and put them in a kitchen window. When the ground thaws, transplant your little garden outdoors. Prepare a menu that concentrates on warmer weather food like cold fish or chicken, pasta, and green salads. A can’t go wrong dessert is luscious ice cream, gelato or custard garnished with fresh, scrumptious fruits. If you’re a novice at germinating vegetable seeds, start with tomatoes, zucchini and cucumbers. All you need is a sunny window, seed starting mix, and some clean containers with drainage in the bottom (yogurt and cut down milk containers with small holes punched in the bottom will do the trick). Visit your local nursery and read online catalogues to get inspiration for this year’s garden. Even if you live in an apartment with no outdoor living space, you can have a windowsill garden. Spring is northern migration time for the birds. Soon they’ll be back in your yard looking for food and lodging. Make sure your birdhouses, bird feeders and bird baths are in top-top condition now before the height of springtime bird travel season.

ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com Spring is here! Breathe some life into your hair with the latest trends which are nothing short of stunning. Whether looking for a new cut, a pop of fresh colour or just the right accessory, make sure it fits your lifestyle and keeps you looking fresh and funky. Banish bad hair days by mastering the fashion of the low ponytail this spring. The low pony has been a show and catwalk staple for decades and this incarnation loses the extreme sleek finish in favour of a softer look with youthful wispy strands. To create a soft frame without losing the shape, gently move the pony from left to right before securing at the nape. If you want to feel good but don’t want to spend too much time styling your hair, there is good news for lazy girls. Spring’s biggest trend is the laid-back, fuss-free mermaid waves. The more randomly placed and tousled the better. This is a soft face-framing wave that shouts casual chic with just the right amount of polish. But, be careful not to over apply products or overuse the heated styler – it’ll look too “done”. Use a straightener to curl the hair by wrapping it round once, it will build in shine and it will give that playful young look. Simple, but oh so feminine is this season’s long and straight look. Rather opt to blow-dry your locks rather than straightening it, but always opt for a centre parting for that model off-duty vibe. The wispy finish ensures no harshness for any face shape or complexion. The condition of your hair will be very visible in a simple style like this. Ensure that you invest in regular intensive treatment masks. The biggest haircut of 2013, the bob, is set to take 2014 by storm. This season’s bobs come in all shapes and sizes, from slick and smooth to choppy and textured. If you don’t like long, flowing locks, why not mix it up with a fashion-forward short crop? Try a side-swept long pixie cut, a punk-inspired undercut or a barely-there close crop. If you want to create a different look this spring, the surprise hit is the bowl cut fringe. It is great if you’re blessed with thick, voluminous hair.

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Blinging it on on Casual Day This year’s Casual Day was the cause of many giggles and laughter and was celebrated by various institutions and businesses in town. The theme was Boss of Bling

and while many residents were dressed to the T, it was also for a good cause since the project supports persons with disabilities relating to education, training, accessibility and job creation.

Nikita Blanché en Adele Espach van Super Renewal was vol grappies op Loslitdag.

The organisers from the Department of Social Development celebrated Casual Day at Reakgona Adult Centre. In front is Reuben Mabilu. In the back are Elicia Mashomba, Moshudu Rogau, Mashudu Davhana, Eunice Maleka and Albertina Matobane.

The staff at MediClinic Limpopo took a break from all the sick and injured people to support Casual Day.

Die werknemers by Bolivia Lodge het ook die dag gevier al kon hulle nie bling dra nie. Voor is Solly Maake, Johannes Letsoalo en Davis Sebopa. Agter is Hilda Thobejane, Mpho Rammabi, Tebogo Legodi, Karen Basson, Chrezanne Bunkley, Charmaine Govender, Grace Letsoalo en Peggy Makokga. Left: Hennie van Rensburg, a resident at Centenary House lost his potato when he participated in the fun games while they celebrated Casual Day. Right: Barbara Weale, a houseparent from Centenary House celebrated Casual Day with a funky hat.

Pietersburg Comprehensive School sold more than 1 000 stickers and collected more than R10 000 on Casual Day.

Osieteddies, Alyssa de Bruyn, voor, Johnathan du Toit. André de la Rey en Carli Schrader het ook moeite gedoen met hul uitrustings.

Osieteddies Kleinkindontwikkelingsentrum het Loslitdag as Tuinkabouters en Lentefeëtjies gevier. Hulle het plantjies geplant en piekniek gehou. Hier is Kendall Bridger en Anuska Deysel.

The queen of bling at Capricorn High School Naseem Khan stole the show with her dress.

Mercurius Motors Polokwane het Vrydag Loslitdag met swier gevier. Die vroue was getooi met veer en hoed. Hulle is Chrissie McClune, Nikita Heyns, Shernaie Fazilahmed, Nicole Losper, Edia Fouché, Thereza Vermaak, Zelda Ferns, Magda Minnaar, Portia Mutshaeni en Tasha Adams.

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Corrina Geldenhys (teacher), Des Jones (Executive Manager), Driekie van Wyk (teacher), Elna Henning (teacher) and Melissa Venter (teacher) from Elica Primary School enjoyed Casual Day with some of the learners.

Kansa personeel het Vrydag saam met die res van die gemeenskap Loslitdag gevier omdat hulle graag ander organisasies ook ondersteun.

Danksy volgehoue en wye steun deur sy kliënte, het die prokureursfirma Corrie Nel & Kie met vertroue stappe gedoen om uit te brei. Drie nuwe vennote, Thys van Zyl, Tiaan Nel en Niel Voges is Foto: Verskaf sedert 1 Augustus saam met Tiaan Nel, Niel Voges, Thys van Zyl en Corrie Nel die mede-direkteure Corrie Nel voor die Scouts Hall, digby van Corrie Nel & Kie. Elke vendie nuwe hooggeregshof wat nou die tuiste van Corrie Nel & Kie Prokureurs is. noot is vir ‘n bepaalde spesialiteitsgebied verantwoordelik. Die firma het ook onlangs na die Scouts Hall, ‘n karaktervolle gebou wat ‘n hanetree van die nuwe hooggeregshof en die ander howe in die stad geleë is, verhuis. Voges is ‘n kenner op die gebied van belasting, boedelbeplanning en trusts en skroom nie om met Sars skouers te skuur nie. Tiaan Nel sien uit na die uitbreiding van die regspraktyk met die koms van die nuwe hooggeregshof wat aan die begin van 2015 ten volle sal funksioneer. “Waar ons voorheen altyd die ongerief moes verduur om na Pretoria te reis vir belangrike sake, sal kliënte se werk voortaan alles in Polokwane afgehandel kan word,” sê hy. Van Zyl, wat ook oor ‘n meestersgraad in forensiese rekeningkunde beskik, meen dat Polokwane voor die deur van ‘n opbloei in die regswese staan weens die koms van die nuwe hooggeregshof. Corrie Nel & Kie het hom sedert Corrie Nel in 1989 in die stad begin praktiseer het, onderskei as ‘n firma wat sy kliënte met kundigheid en integriteit bedien. “Hoewel ons kliënte uit alle sektore van die samelewing verwelkom, fokus die firma daarop om die sakesektor van regsadvies te bedien. Dit is waarskynlik die mees veeleisende kliënte, maar ons baanrekord toon dat ons daarin geslaag het om vir hulle waarde vir hulle geld te gee,” sê Corrie Nel. Die firma het ook, weens die groot aanvraag na die effektiewe en kundige administrasie van boedels, ‘n afdeling wat fokus op boedelbereddering, op die been gebring en Tamarin van Zyl staan aan die spits daarvan.

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MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Joy Matshoge greets the audience at the provincial Arbor Day celebrations.

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he Department of Agriculture and Rural Development in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries and the Bela-Bela Local Municipality hosted the 2014 provincial Arbor Week celebrations at Bela-Bela last Thursday. The event was well-attended and the MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Joy Matshoge, delivered the key-note address in English but also took the opportunity to revert to Sepedi, Zulu, Afrikaans and Latin to make her point. “Our world, our Mother Earth, is crying out for help and good care. It is suffering severe neglect and abuse from its very own children. This greatest gift of all upon which our lives depend, has to as a matter of urgency be saved from ourselves. The quickest and easiest way is through the planting of trees on a massive scale. We all know what the Holy Book says about how humanity was given the earth to satisfy its needs and not its greed,” the MEC said. She continued to say that a thousand years ago, forests covered half of the earth’s surface, but currently only covers one fifth of the planet. The smiling hills and fertile valleys were covered with huge green blankets that were forests of hope for the survival of many species of fauna and

flora. Today forests are destroyed for commercial use, to make way for farming and to provide heat and shelter and the painful result thereof is that many species of plants and animals will ultimately face extinction as a result of this massive deforestation. The MEC reminded that trees are not just there to provide shade and to decorate. Trees purify the air, clean out water and block cold winter winds. “Trees are in a mutually beneficial relationship and peaceful co-existence with humankind. Trees are the lungs of life on this earth’ our mother. It is a give and takerelationship – they give us oxygen and we give them carbon dioxide in turn,” she said. The gist of the MEC’s message was that every person and not only government should counter-act this deforestation by planting trees and to stop thinking that trees are there just to meet peoples’ needs for firewood and income generating activities like making wooden carvings to sell. “We have borrowed this earth from future generations and the only fair way to pay interest on this loan is to take good care of mother earth,” she advised. Government’s contribution was to provide trees for planting to more than 3 000 households and the MEC’s entourage visited the Reamogetswe Centre for People with Disabilities, the Mampatile Primary School and the St John’s Church en route to the celebrations at Bela-Bela.

An appreciative crowd watches the performance of a group of traditional dancers.

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Elizabeth Mokotong, Director of the Waterberg Business Forum with Zunaid Mosam, Member of the Mayoral Committee of Waterberg District Municipality at the Arbor week celebrations.

Learners from Hleketani Primary School entertain the audience with their presentation.

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top students at tut Polokwane awarded for excellence

>> Will become an annual event >> TUT Polokwane provides an environment for students to excel

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The Academic Managers at TUT Polokwane Campus are Dr Sello Mokwena (Faculty of Information and Communication Technology), Dr Ilze Swarts (Faculty of Management Sciences), Dr Walter Tshamano (Campus Director), Matlou Sibaya (Faculty of Humanities) and Windsor Dinga (Faculty of Economics and Finance).

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he Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Polokwane Campus honoured its top students at the higher education facility with their annual student Excellence Awards last Tuesday. This was the second time the Excellence Awards Ceremony was held. The Academic Manager for the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology Dr Sello Mokwena, who also acted as the programme director said the awards will continue to be held annually in order to encourage students to work harder to achieve excellent results. The awards were handed to top students in the Faculties of Economics and Finance, Humanities, Management Sciences and Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Faculty of Economics and Finance students, Prudence Sinethemba and Dipaola Phahlane received awards and Lerato Shipalane was rewarded for her hard work in the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology. Samuel Mokhonoana, Shane Moshitwa, Thompson Makwela and Pitsi Phogole received Excellence Awards in the Faculty of Humanities and Lebogang Setsena, Potego Moela, Adolph Selane and Thabang Magwena were awarded in the Faculty of Management Sciences. TUT Polokwane Campus Director, Dr Walter Tshamano said the institution would continue to honour those students that go an extra mile in order to achieve extraordinary results. â&#x20AC;&#x153;TUT Polokwane will continue to provide a conducive environment for students to succeed. Hard work brings good results and parental support is vital for success,â&#x20AC;? Tshamano said during his keynote address to the students and their parents and thanked the managers, academic staff and support staff for their contribution towards the success of the students who received awards.

Tshwane University of Technology (TUT) Polokwane Campus student, Lerato Shipalane with her Excellence Award in the Faculty of Information and Communication Technology with Academic Manager, Dr Sello Mokwena, left and Campus Director, Dr Walter Tshamano on the right.

Prudence Sinethemba with her Excellence Award in Accounting.

Dipaola Phakathi pictured with his Excellence Award in Public Finance and Accounting. With him is Mr Windsor Dinga (Academic Manager Faculty of Economics and Finance), left and Campus Director, Dr Walter Tshamano.

The TUT Polokwane Campus Academic Manager for the Faculty of Humanities, Ms Matlou Sibaya hands over an Excellence Award to Samuel Mokhonoana. On the right is Campus Director, Dr Walter Tshamano.

Pitsi Phogole with his Excellence Award in Policing.

Public Management student, Shane Moshitwa with his Excellence Award.

National Policing student, Thompson Makwela with his Excellence Award.

TUT Polokwane Campus Academic Manager for the Faculty of Management Sciences, Dr Ilze Swarts hands over an Excellence Award to Potego Moela, with Campus Director, Dr Walter Tshamano on the right.

Lebogang Setsena with his Excellence Award in Human Resources Management.

Adolph Selane, stands proudly with his Excellence Award with TUT Polokwane Academic Manager, Dr Ilze Swarts and Campus Director, Dr Walter Tshamano.

TUT Polokwane Campus student, Thabang Magwena with his Excellence Award in Office Management and Technology.

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Baby and 2 Toddlers Expo provides much 4 needed info 5 for mothers

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Jackie Shrives, BabyGym Instructor with her babies Evelyn and Juané.

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he inaugural Baby and Toddlers Expo held at the NG Kerk-Bendorgemeente on Saturday drew vast numbers of expectant mothers accompanied by husbands, family and other interested persons. The aim of the expo, according to organiser Jackie Shrives, was to empower the expectant women with relevant information about motherhood. Present to assist with advice, ideas and product knowledge were representatives from local stimulation programmes, owners of pre-schools as well as manufacturers, suppliers and retailers of baby and toddler products, occupational and speech therapists, a clinical sister, dietician, oral hygienist and physiotherapist as well staff members of Ngwana Baby Home. Shrives said it was a great day for all present. Referring to a presentation by Dr Melodie de Jager, developmental expert,

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10 11 12 13 1.Jackie Shrives, Instructor at Baby Gym Polokwane with her children, Evelyn and Juané Shrives. 2. Santie Oberholzer, Social Worker, Amanda Koekemoer, Manager at Ngwana House and Jackie Shrives of BabyGym Polokwane. 3. Lucinda Marsh, Clinic Sister at Pharmwell Platinum Park. 4. Jackie Shrives, her daughter Evelyn Shrives, Lizelle Keshav, instructor at BabyGym Mokopane and her son Arun Keshav. 5. Heidi Claassens, Owner of Bambini Montessori with Evelyn Shrives. 6. Kenneth Luphahla ensured that the children enjoy the horse ride. With him are Bianca Roets and Maurice Rabe. 7. Kegoratile Mphakela, Malebo Mphakela, James Lethabo, Luke Riddle and the NW van Reede van Oudtshoorn from one of the exhibitors, the Dental Studio. 8. Representing some of the exhibitors are Alicia Lotriet, Public Relations Officer Dental Studio, Neale Lotriet, Director Bucan Office Equipment and Stationery and Shirley Spann, Director Plastic Corner. 9. Jackie Shrives, BabyGym Instructor Polokwane and Dr Melodie de Jager, author, child development expert and founder of BabyGym. 10. Face painter Rina du Toit with Leila and Mia Korf. 11. Zelda Schutte and Dorice Kruger sold hotdogs on the day. 12. Nic Notley and JP Shrives took care of the barbeque. 13. Occupational therapists Elsabé Krone and Zanel Jooste were also in attendance.

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Pushing boundaries to follow your dreams

>> The purpose is to inspire and empower young people >> In other countries, you are educated to become business people

PHOTOS: ROELIEN VORSTER The learners from Mphele Secondary School, Ga-Maila Segolo are Kgaphola Mashodo, The First Lady of Limpopo, Maggie Mathabatha and Sekonya Kgomotto. Vino Bobe, Promise Matlala, Thoka Mabejane, Tlhologelo Thoka, Shirley Sekgogoba and Maria Phala are at the back.

Limpopo First Lady, Maggie Mathabatha received a portrait of herself from Thoka’s mother, Mobejane Thoka and Vino Bobe. ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com A platform for young women to share their challenges and dreams with women of influence was created by Miss Limpopo Teen 2011, Tlhologelo Thoka and in celebration of Women’s Day Thoka hosted a Pushing Boundaries Breakfast at a venue in the city on Thursday. Thoka said after her reign as Miss Limpopo Teen 2011, she was inspired to take her responsibility in changing lives further than that specific year and since she has a passion for football and what it can do for communities, sports development and education became her primary objective. “The overall purpose is to inspire and empower young people to not only dream beyond boundaries, but to follow those dreams fearlessly. Hence the project Oratilwe (to be loved) was born because a platform where successful businesswomen can share their challenges and secrets with young women so that we can build a stronger generation in women was needed,” Thoka said and added that all dreams are valid. “Dream big, beyond any boundaries, you have everything you need in you to achieve all of your dreams.” Five learners from Mphele Secondary School, Ga-Maila Segolo in the Sekhukhune District, who had to write about the challenges they face on a daily basis shared the breakfast table with the First Lady of Limpopo, Maggie Mathabatha who gave them an inspiring and motivational talk on facing the various challenges saying that “In my days the challenges were not much different from those you face now. Today you don’t know whether your child is safe in school anymore because if you look at the education system, it’s failing us now,” Mathabatha said. She said in South Africa learners are educated to be employed whereas in other countries, you are educated to become business people. She advised Thoka not to sell herself cheap and to take this project to other districts and to all races. “Don’t let anything distract you from your dreams,” Mathabatha concluded. The learners were surprised with goody bags which included a small notebook where they can write their dreams and aspirations down. Mathabatha received a portrait painted by Vino Bobe from Artzone after which lunch followed.

Limpopo First Lady, Maggie Mathabatha and Miss Limpopo Teen 2011 Tlhologelo Thoka at the Pushing Boundaries Breakfast.

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PCS celebrates its first two decades of existence Photos: Herbert Rachuene

Denise Claassen Principal of Pietersburg Comprehensive, middle with former members of the then school governing body Moses Seloana, Dineo Seloana, Semela Letsoalo, Solly Letsoalo, Rholiswa Hamese, George Phatudi, Alice Phatudi, Allettah Mashego, Moses Sepana and Alpheus Mashego. Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

ietersburg Comprehensive School (PCS) celebrated its first 20 years of existence and took leave of its founder and first principal, Denise Claassen during a gala dinner on Saturday. Present during at the dinner were members of the school’s management team, former leaners, educators and principals of neighbouring schools. PCS was born from the lack of English medium primary schools in the city in 1994 and coincided with the birth of democracy in South Africa. At the time neighbouring Pietersburg English Medium Primary School (Pemps) was the only English medium school in the city and could not accommodate the growing need for such facilities. Narrating the humble beginnings of the school Claassen said David Crouwkamp, then Senior Manager at the Department of Education requested her to start PCS in Ireland House, the then boy’s hostel of Pemps. Adding an interesting snippet Claassen told the audience that, at the time, she and her family were actually living in Ireland House “My office was previously our bedroom,” she recalled. “We initially used tents and cupboards as classrooms and started off with about 14 enthusiastic educators and 266 eager learners.” She added that Aaron Motsoaledi, then MEC of Education allocated R1,2 million for

Tender Notice and Invitation to Tender Contract No: RAL/T750/2014 Professional Engineering Services for Support of the Road Asset Management System Tenders are hereby invited from experienced Consulting Engineers for the provision of Professional Engineering Services for the Support of the Road Asset Management System. The employer is the Roads Agency Limpopo (SOC) Ltd. Tender documents are obtainable from the Cashier’s Office, Ground Floor, Roads Agency Limpopo (SOC) Ltd, RAL Building, 26 Rabe Street (cnr Biccard Street), Polokwane (tel. (015) 294-4600), upon receipt of a nonrefundable cash or bank guaranteed cheque payment of R300.00 per set. Tender documents are obtainable during 08:00 to 15:00 (Monday to Friday) as from 5 September 2014. Bank guaranteed cheques must be made payable to the Roads Agency Limpopo SOC Ltd. Queries related to the issue of these documents may be addressed to Mr KR Rikhotso, tel. (015) 284-4600 or e-mail: rikhotsokr@ral.co.za A compulsory clarification meeting with representatives of the Employer will take place at the RAL Offices on 19 September 2014 starting at 11:00 at the RAL Building in Rabe Street. Tenders, completed as prescribed, must be sealed in an envelope marked “Tender No: RAL/T750/2014: Professional Engineering Services for Support of the Road Asset Management System” and deposited in the box located in the entrance foyer (Ground Floor) of the RAL Towers, 26 Rabe Street (cnr Biccard Street), Polokwane. The closing time for receipt of tenders is 11:00 on Friday, 3 October 2014. Telegraphic, telephonic, telex, facsimile and late tenders will not be accepted. www.humanjobs.co.za

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Denise Claassen and Andrew Cook, Headmaster at Mitchell House.

the changes to be made at the school. “He had the trust and faith in us and the school governing body and with the money we were able to change the setup to a fully fledged school,” Claassen said. With time the enrolment increased while the governing body also continued with the Cosmos Ambe, Chairperson of the PCS School Governing development of Body with long serving staff members Rudi Fick, left, and the school, tennis Yonsie van Staden, right. courts, computer centre, classrooms, Grade R class rooms, boys’ ablution blocks, enlarging of the soccer field, netball courts and security fencing. At present the school has an enrolment of 1 085 learners and a staff of 39. Claassen acknowledged the contribution of all who tirelessly contributed to the development of the school. “I would like to thank the present school governing body as well as those led by Solly Letsoalo and George Phatudi, for their dedication and enthusiasm; David Crouwkamp who had faith and confidence in me that I would be able to start a school from scratch; Nico Nel, previous principal of Pemps who allowed me to move over to PCS and start the school and Jafta Mametja, Senior Manager at the Department of Education for developing me and using me to empower other principals in the circuit. Thank you for the past 20 years. George Phatudi, former member of Each role player only wanted the the PCS Student Governing Body. best for the children and it was never stressful to work with them,” Claassen said. She paid special tribute to her family and all the educators she worked with over the past 20 years. “I want to thank my husband Rinus who always supported me and allowed me to develop. My three handsome sons I thank for sharing their mother with hundreds of children. In the 20 years we have had wonderful educators who worked hard. There were many changes while we adapted to curriculum 2005, OBE and now CAPS and they did that with ease. I have had a full 42 years of teaching and I shall embrace and cherish all the Denise Claassen, founder and first memories. I am excited about the principal with former PCS School challenges awaiting me now,” ClaasGoverning Body Chairperson, Solly sen concluded. Letsoalo.

Denise Claassen with her sons, Andre, Martinus and Corne and her husband Rinus (second from right).

>> I had a full 42 years of teaching >> Thank you for the past 20 years

PCS Educators Jackie Steyn, Yonsie van Staden, Christine Collins, Nita Opperman and Annelize Hugo.

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Talle inskrywings vir Noordelikes se jaarlikse potjiekoskompetisie aantal inskrywings wat die beoordelaars wou beïndruk met die smaaklikste dis vir die dag. Die vure het al vroegoggend hoog gebrand, eerlike sonskynweer het daartoe bygedra terwyl die spanne reggemaak het om mekaar dat Saterdag se derde jaarlikse BB Truck met hul potjies die stryd aan te sê. ‘n Potjie is ook tydens die geleentheid deur die bestu& Tractor Noordelike Rugbyklub Potjiekoskompetisie ‘n groot sukses was met ‘n groot urskomitee van Noordelikes vir liefdadigheid WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

Noordelikes president, Tony Varela en voorsitter Riaan van Schalkwyk, Adriaan.

Die lede van die bestuurskomitee by Noordelikes Rubyklub met die twee potjies wat vir liefdadigheid geskenk is tydens die jaarlikse potjiekoskompetisie.

voorberei. Noordelikes-voorsitter, Riaan van Schalkwyk het gesê die potjiekoskompetisie word jaarliks groter en het al die spanne bedank vir hulle ondersteuning om die dag ‘n groot sukses te maak. Volgens van Schalkwyk was dit Noordelikes

se grootste potjiekoskompetisie tot dusver en dit sal weer volgende jaar aangebied word. Noordelikes se hoofborge, BB Truck & Tractor het drie spanne ingeskryf, maar die wenners was Shanana Stofeerders met hul wildspotjie. In die tweede plek was Pietersburg Diesel Centre gevolg deur Team Powertorque.

Bo: Gerard Saayman en Sakkie van Eeden se staanplek tydens Saterdag se BB Truck & Tractor Noordelike Rugbyklub Potjiekoskompetisie. Links: Die Pietersburg Diesel Centre-span is voor Albert Oosthuizen, Hendrie van Niekerk en Leon Brinkman met Fanie Heenop en Ricardo Varela agter.

Die oranjespan onder leiding van Leon Kubannek staan voor hul geurige potjie.

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MOTORING

Motors profile>>

September 11, 2014 >> PAGE 30

JP Slement

Dealership: MGM Peugeot Polokwane What is the biggest challenge in your line of work? >> Keeping the team positive and motivated, and keeping a good balance between service and profitability What should clients keep in mind when buying a car? >> Look at your needs and financial ability and not what you desire How do you stay at the forefront of the industry? >>Knowing what is happening at manufacturer level as far as new developments and customer service is concerned

Peugeot RCZ>>

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The flashy, sporty Peugeot RCZ is available at MGM Peugeot Polokwane.

The interior is luxurious yet sporty. RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com

associated with the four-cylinder block; a TwinScroll turbo compressor for enhanced performance, instant reactivity even at the lowest revs to control consumption and COÂ˛ emissions and a specially designed butterfly valve in the inlet manifold providing a uniquely tuned bark during acceleration. With the automatic there is a remarkable synthesis between performance and optimised cycle consumption. The direct injection turbo petrol engine achieves torque of 240 Nm at 1 400 rpm and 115 kW at 6 000 rpm and optimised combined cycle consumption. The manual RZC puts out a powerful 147 kW at 5 800 rpm and 275 Nm at 1 700 rpm of torque. The RCZ goes above the new Euro NCAP protocol safety standards across all criteria. The RCZ is equipped with Advanced Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) which is a high-tech anti-skid system that automatically regulates each of the two driving wheels according to their road hold. The vehicle also offers Dynamic Stability Control (DSC), Electronic Brake Force Distribution (EBD) and Emergency Brake Assist (EBA). Passive features include the new pyrotechnic pop-up bonnet to reduce impact of a collision as well as front and side airbags for the driver and front passenger. Visit MGM Peugeot Polokwane at 106 Landdros MarĂŠ Street to get a bargain deal on a flashy sports vehicle. Contact them at 015 287 9660.

ports vehicles normally turn heads as they speed by, but when a Peugeot RCZ takes to Polokwane streets people tend to look, and then look again as the new RCZ is the perfect combination of elegance and power. From its concept car origins it has kept all of its boldness, evolving towards a fluid and exclusive style. Its new fully redesigned front end is trimmed with luminous LED signature sculpted subtlety in the form of a claw which is visible day and night. The harmonious and sleek look of the RCZ gives it a dynamic and feline style. Its exclusive character is accentuated by the two arches that sculpt its contour. Its new front en reflects the power of its rear wings and the sensual curves of it double-bubble roof panel is a veritable stylistic feat and emblematic signature of the vehicle. In the well-finished interior meticulous attention has been paid to the style of each component and the elegance of the materials used. The contour of the gear lever is embellished with a new black lacquer finish and the inside of the doors are trimmed with leather insets which enhances the distinctive and elegant universe of the RCZ. The leather trim with its double over stitching and the use of satin chrome and full-grain leather inserts on the steering wheel are just some of the exclusive details. It offers onboard navigation with 7 inch high resolution screen, a MP3 compatible CD player, Bluetooth and USB ports. The RCZ is equipped with a 1,6 litre turbocharged engine coupled with either a six-speed automatic or manual transmission. The turbocharged engine responds cleanly from low revs within minimal lag and an encouraging willingness to rev through the mid-range. The manual RCZ generously accelerates thanks to all the latest technologies The rear of the Peugeot RCZ is attractively designed .

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32 OBSERVER Rocco de Villiers polokwane

hou konsert vir La Wiida BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com

ianis par excellence, aanbieder, komponis en mengeldrankieconnoisseur Rocco de Villiers het Vrydagaand weer eens bewys gelewer van sy gewildheid toe hy tydens Tafelronde Pietersburg 22 en DDKK Prokureurs se Maskerade-banket by Bolivia Lodge opgetree het. De Villiers het die gehoor vermaak met humoristiese vertellings uit sy kinderdae in Harrismith en vertel hoe hy op elfjarige ouderdom ‘n aanbieding van Wena Naudé in sy babablou safaripak bygewoon het en daar en dan besluit het om hom vir ‘n loopbaan in die vermaaklikheidswêreld te beywer. Meer as drie dekades later kyk hy terug op honderde konserte, tien CD’s, ‘n lewendig opgeneemde DVD en boeke oor mengeldrankies. Hy het meer as 80 000 kopieë van sy albums Beautiful Beautiful Piano en More Beautiful Piano verkoop en ook verskeie toekennings, wat ‘n SAMA, Ghoema en Huisgenoot se Tempo

insluit, ontvang. De Villiers se repertorium het stukke soos Love changes everything, Power of love, Edelweiss en Hoe groot is U saam met sy eie komposisie Kla een-twee-drie-vier, ingesluit en het groot byval gevind en luide applous uitgelok. De Villiers het verlede jaar 107 konserte aangebied en vind ook nog tyd om op sy plaas in die Marquardomgewing waar hy met Ngunibeeste

Rocco de Villiers met aanhangers Louw en Tinka Jansen en Karen en Hein van Rensburg.

boer, uit te span. Hy het ná die konsert langer as ‘n uur vertoef om met aanhangers te poseer en handtekeninge uit te deel voordat hy na Johannesburg vertrek het vir sy volgende optrede Saterdagaand. Die geleentheid is aangebied om geld vir die La Wiida Sentrum vir Kinders met Spesiale Behoeftes in te samel en afslaer Aggie Ströh het items opgeveil om ‘n verdere bydrae te maak.

FOTO’S: BARRY VILJOEN

Seremoniemeester Gert Ehlers en Rocco de Villiers by die skildery wat Tafelronde Pietersburg 22 aan die gevierde pianis en aanbieder geskenk het.

Benno en Magdaleen de Klerk van DDKK Prokureurs wat die hoofborg van die geleentheid was.

FOTO’S: BARRY VILJOEN

Hanna Grobler en Buster die Brak op die verhoog.

Hanna en Buster die Brak vermaak kleuters BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com ‘n Saal vol kleuters het Saterdagoggend met oop monde en groot oë in die saal van die Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé gekyk hoe Hanna Grobler en Buster die Brak met sang en interaktiewe stories met ’n Christelike inslag geld ingesamel het vir Hoop vir Kinders. Die gehoor kon saamsing en speletjies speel terwyl die tyd verbygevlieg het. Daar was stoele vir die paar ouers wat kom saamkuier het en die kleuters se veelkleurige uitrustings het die vloer soos ‘n somertuin laat lyk. Meer as 6 000 prentjies is vooraf by skole en kleuterskole uitgedeel en deelnemers moes dit inkleur en na die vertoning saambring waar Bertha Meyer, Nerina van den Berg en Santie Beeslaar dit beoordeel het en ses wenners aangewys is. Hoop vir Kinders is ‘n onafhanklike organisasie wat drie pleeghuise bedryf waar 14 kinders tans onder pleegsorg gehuisves word. Wanneer die kinders skool verlaat, word hulle by tersiêre

inrigtings geplaas met geld wat deur borge verskaf word. Volgens Maryna Kruger, bestuurslid van Hoop vir Kinders, word gepoog om ‘n huislike omgewing en langtermynstabiliteit vir die kinders te skep. Sy het haar dank uitgespreek teenoor Polokwane Observer, Ambiance Restaurant, Bucan Office Equipment, Data Inn Office National, Forms Media Independent, Lamprint Services, Mall of the North, Safintra Roofing and Steel Polokwane en Sweet 60’s Ice Cream, wat die geleentheid moontlik gemaak het.

Lede van die reëlingskomitee, Maryna Kruger en Hetta Hamann.

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Vryburgers se wynveiling ‘n hupstoot vir liefdadigheid BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com “Ons het die wyn en julle het die kopers,” was vanjaar weer die dryfkrag agter die gesamentlike projek van die Vryburgers van Robertson in die Boland en die plaaslike korps toe geld vir liefdadigheid ingesamel is tydens die twaalfde wynveiling wat verlede Donderdagaand by die Pietersburgklub gehou is. Keurwyne soos Robertson Kelder se Cabernet Sauvignon 2013, Sauvignon Blanc 2014, Shiraz 2013 en Ruby Cabernet 2013 was vryelik beskikbaar en kopers was nie skaam om hulle sakke te skud nie. Die begunstigdes van die plaaslike Vryburgers is Pathways, Hieb, Polokwane Nasorgsentrum vir Volwasse Geestelik Gestremdes, Bela Vista Tehuis, Koningskinders en die Ondersteuningsraad van die Nederduits Hervormde Kerk terwyl Robertson se Vryburgers die Herberg Kinderhuis in

Robertson ondersteun. Die Vryburgers is ‘n Afrikaanse diensorganisasie wat sedert 1963 bestaan en tans 20 korpse lands-

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Afslaer Aggie Ströh, stuurman van die plaaslike Vryburgers en Hansie Volschenk van die Vryburgers van Robertson met Nico van Niekerk in die agtergrond. Foto: Barry Viljoen

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Laerskool Piet Hugo>> The triumphant Laerskool Piet Hugo first team leave the field after bowling out the Pemps team for only 37 runs.

Mixed bag for Pemps cricket teams

Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

he shortage of Early Childhood Development (ECD) educators has raised concern among many education training facilitators, including SANTS Private Higher Education Institution and this trend is most prominent in rural communities characterised by poverty and social-economic disparities. Statistics from the Limpopo provincial government shows that in the Vhembe district, especially in remote rural areas only 17 % out of 644 866 children in the one to four year age group have access to ECD education. It was also found that most of the ECD educators in these areas are inadequately qualified, with most having an average qualification of National Qualification Framework (NQF) ECD level 4 instead of level 6 as stipulated in the National Development Plan for Education sector. Most ECD centres and crèches in Vhembe are simple mud structures with unsafe kitchen facilities and unsanitary toilets and the majority have to accommodate and average of 50 children. According to Maxine Holman, Managing Director of Mission Aviation Fellowship and Flying for Life, most of the children that attend these crèches aren’t being taught the fundamental skills nor are they developing according to other children in their age group. “Unfortunately the crèche teachers haven’t received formal training and therefore do not know how

Pemps first team batsman, Phetole Lebea is clean bowled in their league match against Laerskool Piet Hugo last Thursday.

The first and u.11cricket teams of Pietersburg English Medium Primary School (Pemps) and Laerskool Piet Hugo battled it out for honours in their Limpopo Primary Schools league fixture at Pemps last Thursday. Laerskool Piet Hugo scored a comprehensive nine-wicket win in the match between the first teams and Pemps won the match between the u.11 sides by one run in a closely contested match.

Charity flight to benefit Vhembe crèche educators Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

Photos: Warren Blunt

to plan a lesson or teach the children,” Holman said in a recent press statement. Flying for Life is looking at ways to combat the growing issue of the lack of teacher training and continue investing in ECD programmes by starting a Teacher Training Centre (TTC) in Vhembe. “In partnership with Love Trust and the Tshikundamalema Trust, a tribal authority in Vhembe, a TTC will be set up in the Sagole community where training will take place on a weekly basis and all materials supplied by Love Trust are South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) approved. Upon completion of the 18 to 24 month course every teacher will be qualified to teach ECD,” Holman explained. Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) South Africa was founded in 1970 and in 2011, a project called Flying for Life was initiated under which all the programmes in the Vhembe district of Limpopo are run. In order to raise funds and create international awareness for the need of a TTC in Vhembe, Mark Liprini, a Mission Aviation Fellowship pilot will be flying from Johannesburg to Kenya in October. He will be flying in his own 1982 classic Mini aeroplane to raise awareness for the project. “I am very excited about this trip and the purpose of raising awareness for the need of a TTC in Vhembe. Research shows that 85% of brain development occurs during the first five years of a child’s life and by equipping ECD teachers properly, Flying for Life will assist in transforming the lives of both the children and teachers,” Liprini said.

Elica Primary School>>

Elica soccer players excel

Photo: Roelien Vorster

Two learners from Elica Primary School, Tshireletso Chiloane (right) and Simba Maravanyika (left) were part of the Limpopo Provincial Soccer Team that participated in the South African Soccer League in Johannesburg recently. Tshireletso was a member of the Limpopo 1st team that finished the tournament in fifth place. With them is Coach Billy Mojapelo.

Laerskool Pietersburg-Oos>>

Oosskool maak skoonskip op hokkieveld RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com RC Myburgh

Laerskool Pietersburg-Oos het Saterdag gewys dat hul opponente katvoet op die hokkieveld moet loop nadat al die ouderdomsgroepe die Capricornliga gewen het. Capricornliga-organiseerder, Adri Lambrechts sê die wedstryde is oor die afgelope drie naweke op Hoërskool Pietersburg (PHS) se velde aangebied. “Spanne wat tweede plekke behaal het, neem Saterdag op Groblersdal aan die Limpopo-kwarteindrondte deel terwyl die spanne wat eerste gekom het direk deur is na die finaal wat op 20 September by PHS aangebied word,” sê sy. Die tweede plekke van die liga is deur Laerskool Louis Trichardt se eerste en tweede seunspan, Pietersburg Laerskool (PLS) se eerste meisiespan, Mitchell House se tweede meisiespan en beide Curro Heuwelkruin se o.11-seun en meisiespan gewen. Lambrechts het haar dank teenoor Polokwane Multifranchise se handelaarshoof, Mark

Vermaak vir die borg van die wedstryde op PHS se astro-hokkiebaan, uitgespreek. “Ons wil graag ook vir PHS-hoof, Willie Schoeman en sy personeel vir die gebruik van hul bane bedank,” sê sy.

Marco Foresster van Oosskool se o.11Ahokkiespan in aksie tydens die wedstryd teen Curro Heuwelkruin. Oosskool wen 9-0.

Capricorn High School>>

Capricorn High debaters rewarded for success ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com The senior debate team of Capricorn High School were rewarded for the success they attained in the recent finals of the Executive Mayor’s Trophy Debate Tournament where they finished in second place. Last Thursday the individual members were acknowledged with certificates and various prizes.

The first three speakers each received a bicycle and the floor members a skateboard and safety helmet each. They school also won books for the library. The school’s junior debate team made it to the quarterfinals in their category and the members received certificates of merit. Lerato Moloto, a member of the senior team, received a dictionary for being the named Best Chairperson of the Tournament.

Photos: Roelien Vorster

Capricorn High School’s Senior Debate Team consists of Shanon Tabane, Dimpo Thepa and Ketsi Phaladi, in front, and Lerato Moloto, Mmatebogo Mphahlele, Ngwale Matsapola, Letago Nkoetswana, Mpho Sebola and Dimpo Raudi at the back. Absent: Tshego Mphahlele, Irginia Maake, Patrica Phitsi and Lebo Malatji.

The Junior Debate Team of Capricorn High School consists of, in front, Rendani Ramnedzisi, Hulisani Ramnedzisi, Kwena Makhura, Sona Thomas, Magata Kganyago and Nthabiseng Tleane. At the back are Maphuti Maloba, Selaelo Mahapa, Disego Mogale, Ntsei Molomo, Didi Matli, Koketso Nong, Machego Mphahlele and Remesson Mhlanga.

Farayi Kaseke van Pepps speel ‘n bal na haar spanmaat toe.

Foto’s: RC Myburgh

Pietersburg Laerskool>>

Suidskool is Lim-wenners in astrokompetisie RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com Vier leerders van Pietersburg Laerskool (PLS) is Limpopo-wenners van die South African Agency of Science and Technology Advancement (Saasta) se Astro Quize-kompetisie wat onlangs by die Universiteit van Limpopo aangebied is. Ongeveer 50 skole het aan die kompetisie, waar leerders se kennis oor planete, die aarde en die ruimte getoets is, deelgeneem. Suidskool se span bestaan uit Liezl Schoeman, Poena van Wyk, Chris van der Walt en Charlize Olivier wat volgende maand die provinsie tydens die nasionale astrologiese vasvraekompetisie sal verteenwoordig. ‘n Vasgestelde plek en datum is nog nie gefinaliseer nie. Die doel van die kompetisie is om leerders meer bewus te maak van astrologie en werksgeleenthede op die gebied.

Foto: Verskaf

Poena van Wyk, Chris van der Walt (voor) en Liezl Schoeman en Charlize Olivier (agter) is die Limpopo-wenners in die South African Agency of Science and Technology Advancement (Saasta) se Astro Quize-kompetisie.

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PROPERTIES

Property profile>>

September 11, 2014 >> Page 35

Jerry Kganyago

How the credit amnesty act affects landlords W

hile the Credit Amnesty Act was introduced on 1 April, it only officially took effect two months later on 1 June and with the act now in full swing, it has caused some concern among those within the rental sector, especially landlords and rental agents. Adrian Goslett, Chief Executive Officer of RE/MAX of Southern Africa was quoted saying that essentially the Credit Amnesty Act will ensure that certain negative financial information is removed from consumers’ records at credit bureaus in order to reintroduce these consumers back into the credit market. Although the act has been welcomed by consumers who have been held back by negative remarks on their credit record, it does make it far more difficult for landlords to screen potential tenants. “Previously landlords would largely base their decision on the tenant’s credit record and their reputation as good paying consumers, however, that process will now become obsolete. Most property rental agents use credit checks to determine whether a tenant is a viable choice, however the Credit Amnesty Act makes it difficult to review potential tenants based any adverse information if there is no longer a record of it. Tenants who previously had a negative credit record and are looking at renting will have the opportunity to apply for leases despite a poor credit history,” Goslett said. Goslett noted that without access to potential adverse information on a tenant’s credit profile, it will be a lot harder for landlords and rental agents to assess the risk and the applicants’ ability to pay their rent. “We will likely see landlords adjusting their screening methods when distinguishing between high and low

risk tenants. While the assumption was that credit amnesty would create more opportunities for previously blacklisted consumers, it could have the reverse effect with landlords implementing a far stricter vetting process and becoming more cautious when reviewing tenant applications,” he said. He noted that the major concern for landlords is selecting a tenant who could later become a slow-paying or delinquent tenant. “With external factors such as the rising costs of electricity, fuel and food already placing landlords and consumers in general under financial pressure, dealing with a defaulting tenant is last thing that landlords want. Due to landlords wanting to protect themselves financially, we could see rental deposits increasing exorbitantly for new tenants. However, this will not entirely eradicate the issue as landlords will only be able to use the deposit once the tenant has been moved out. In addition, landlords can only use the deposit to pay for damages caused to the property by the tenant or for non-payment. This means that the deposit will provide no protection against slow-paying or defaulting tenants.” It is also a possibility that landlords could start asking tenants to sign surety. The surety will be between the landlord, tenant and a third party, who will agree to pay the rental should the tenant default at any stage of the lease agreement. Although there may be some merit to this method, there is the possibility that the landlord could find themselves dependent on a third party for the rent and with no guarantee that the rent will be paid on time or at all.

Limpopo Guest Manor was named the winner of the provincial leg of the Emerging Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year (Eteya) Award during an awards ceremony hosted in Phalaborwa last Wednesday by the Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (Ledet). The establishment will compete with eight other provincial winners at the national Lilizela Awards scheduled to take place in Gauteng on 9 October. The Lilizela Tourism Awards are the premier tourism awards programme for tourism businesses in South Africa that aim to reward and celebrate excellence across the tourism industry. The awards recognise and reward tourism players and businesses that work passionately and with pride to deliver world class service and whose delivery grows South Africa’s global competitiveness as a destination. The other two finalists were Patong Guest House, also from Capricorn district, and Lapologa Bed and Breakfast from Mopani. Limpopo Guest Manor’s owner, Mmabogoshi Msiza dedicated the award to her husband, her parents and her staff for their contribution

TO LET CENTRAL CBD- Retail space : Thabo Mbeki St (in a Mall): 127 m² @ R105/m². Kruger St: 348 m² @ R24 430 pm. Kruger St: 325 m² @ R22 815 pm. CBD - Offices: CBD - East: 326 m², 110 m² and 123 m² @ R60/m². Parking available at R350/bay/pm. Thabo Mbeki St: 66 m² @ R110/m². WAREHOUSES/WORKSHOPS: Superbia: Excellent warehouse with covered load-bays etc: 2 100 m² @R35/m². 65 m² workshop at R3 800 p.m. Laboria: Warehouse: 500 m² @ R16 500 pm. Industria: Warehouse/workshop with 2 000 m² offices @ R40 000 p.m. NOTE: ALL THE ABOVE AMOUNTS EXCLUDE VAT.

MABATHO 083 747 2056 mabathomabotja@gmail.com

Limpopo Guest Manor wins Eteya award

in providing the world class service to their clients. “I feel honoured and deeply humbled to receive this important award. This is an incredible reward and recognition for years of hard work dedication and commitment to providing world class service to our customers. I also want to thank my parents for instilling the values of respect, honesty and integrity which are integral to Limpopo Guest Manor. I also want to thank my loving and caring husband, the father of our children, for all the immeasurable business savvy I have gained from him,” she said. Winners in other categories were Orion Makgobaskloof Hotel (Best 3-Star Hotel), Fusion Boutique Hotel (Best 5-Star Hotel), Jock’s Safari Lodge (Best 5-Star Lodge), Forever Resort Blyde Canyon Chalets (Best 3-Star Self-Catering Shared Vacation Venue), Mpho Setlhako (Best Tourist Guide - Culture) and Tshamane Banda (Tourist Guide - Nature). These winners will join Limpopo Guest Manor in competing for the National Lilizela Awards. Ledet MEC Seaparo Sekoati congratulated all the winners and wished them well ahead of the national event. “We applaud all tourism products and individuals for showing their entrepreneurial courage by participating in these awards,” he said.

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WE ARE NOW ALSO AVAILABLE ON THE WEB

1) MAHLESEDI PARK – R 230 000 - Vacant land of 391m². 2) CELTIC MEADOWS – R340 000 - A vacant stand, 761m².Bargain of the year… 3) SESHEGO ZONE 1 - R380 000 - 2 Bedrooms,1bathroom, lounge, kitchen, two outside rooms and double garage. 3) MADIBA PARK – R 480 000 - 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, lounge, kitchen. Veryneat. 4) FLATS IN LADANNA – R 430 000 - 2 Bedrooms,1 bathroom, lounge, kitchen and a carport. Only two units left. Act now !! 6) RAINBOW PARK – R 850 000(NEGOTIABLE ) An impressive, double-storey house with 4 bedrooms,2 bathrooms, lounge, sitting room, kitchen and double garage. IF YOU WANT TO SELL YOUR PROPERTY PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT ME !!

Mmabogoshi Mzisa, Owner of Limpopo Guest Manor is congratulated by the Ledet MEC, Separo Sekoati on being named Limpopo’s Emerging Tourism Entrepreneur of the Year.

>> More difficult for landlords to screen potential tenants >> Rental deposits are increasing

Tel: 015 295 9014

RAYMOND 082 458 4239

Photo: Herbert Rachuene

Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

“Landlords do have the option of taking out a rental guarantee policy that will insure their rent and provide them with the necessary protection against slow-paying or defaulting tenants. This could alleviate the need to raise deposits or obtain a surety document and certain rental protection companies will provide the service with no charge levied to the landlord,” Goslett said. He concluded by saying that while renting a property is often a more cost effective option than buying, landlords concerns regarding the effects of the credit amnesty could make it difficult for the average consumer to find an affordable rental property in the future.

Agency: Pemon Properties What advice do you have for first time buyers? >> Buy within your limits To what do you ascribe your success as a property agent? >> Dreaming big, training and hard work What is the current trend in the local property market? >> The market is promising with more buyers than sellers

MAHLASEDI PARK - NEW EXTENSION 83 Stands available from R199 500 - only 34 stands so act fast! 1) MAHLESEDI PARK - R 225 000 - The last 381m² vacant stand in this area. 2) SESHEGO ZONE 4: R550 000 - Beautiful 3 bedr house with dining room, kitchen with built-in units, 1 bathr and double garage. 3) SESHEGO ZONE 3: R420 000 - 2 Bedr house with dining room, kitchen and 1 newly renovated bathr. 4) SESHEGO ZONE 8 – R 460 000 - Lovely home with 3 sunny bedr, dining room, kitchen, 1 bathr and a carport. Low maintenance! 5) MARULA HEIGHTS – R400 000, FOR A LARGE VACANT STAND. 6) WOODHILL ESTATE - R380 000 418m² vacant stand. 7) MAHLASEDI PARK - R650 000 - 3 Bedr house with dining room kitchen and 2 bathr! 8) MAHLAKO A PHAHLA - R550 000 - Newly built 2 bedr house with dining room, kitchen and1 bathr. URGENTLY LOOKING FOR HOUSES TO SELL IN THESE AREAS: SESHEGO, EMDO, MADIBA PARK AND IVY PARK. Qualified buyers are waiting: Call your area specialist now!

SLIGHT 072 323 9386 slightmabotja@yahoo.com If you want to list your property, phone any agent, if you want to sell your property, phone me!! 1) 5 LUXURY TOWNHOUSES IN EDUAN PARK – R798 000 (SOLE MANDATE): Spacious 100m² units each with 2 sunny bedrooms,1 modern bathroom, separate toilet, open-plan living area and modern kitchen, single garage. Private yard each with its own splash pool and built-in barbeque for those coming hot summer months!!! (Ideal for first time buyers or investors in a sought-after suburb). 2) STANDS! 434 m² R330 000 Thornhill (SOLD) 515 m² R360 000 Thornhill 644 m² R380 000 Thornhill 650 m² R360 000 Northview (SOLD) 682 m² R400 000 Northview 3) 3 LADANNA FLATS – R430 000 (Each): 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open-plan kitchen & dining room area, 1 carport (Excellent for 1st time buyers). 4) LEEUKUIL PLOT – R1.1mil (Neg): 2 Houses, one with 5 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen & dining room, living room and 1 carport. Other with 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom open-plan kitchen and living area and 3 x carports. 2 Boreholes with fitted pumps. (Urgent sale!) 5) FLORA PARK HOUSE – R1.3 MIL (Neg): 4 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open-plan kitchen, dining room, TV room and lounge. 2 Garages and 2 carports. Swimming pool and lapa and big garden. (Nice and neat family home! Urgent sale!) 5) FLORA PARK BARGAIN!!(EXT) – R870 000 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open-plan kitchen, living area, 1 drive-through garage. Nice big garden. (Excellent for first time family-home buyers!) WANTED : PLOTS AND FARMS FOR SALE, PLEASE !!

HANNELIE 083 412 0009 hannelie@theogoosen.co.za

WE REQUIRE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY TO SELL AND ARE ALSO PROFESSIONAL PROPERTY AND DECEASED ESTATE VALUERS. Call Francois at 082 4466 740 / Theo at 082 990 7275 FRANCOIS 082 446 6740

THEO 082 990 7275

1) INVESTORS! 3 BEDR FLATS FOR SALE IN MURRAYFIELD, PRETORIA ONLY R650 000! 2) Stunning 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhouse in TOP security estate near renowned shopping centres and schools. Modern well appointed, open –plan kitchen/lounge. Large garage and covered veranda with beautiful views. Large walled-in private garden. Owner relocating so quite urgent.! R1030 m 2 3) Bendor: R1 250 M. Stunning and spacious 3 bedr, 2 bathr in a security set-up. Well-appointed kitchen with granite tops and open-plan lounge/dining room. 2 Garages and 2 carports (187m²). 4) BODORP – R1,45M. Stunning 3 bedr, 2 bathr house in Bodorp with swimmingpool, double garage, 2 carports and entertainment area. Urgent! Stands wanted! Let me sell your stand fast! STANDS!! STANDS!! STANDS!! STANDS!! STANDS!! Serala View: from 1 000 m² R500 000 Bendor Ridge: 782 m² R825 000 4 Northview: 553 m² R425 000 Waterberry Estate: 670 m² R440 000 Thornhill: from 462 m² R350 000 Woodhill: from R350 000 Celtic Meadows: from R440 000 De Bron: 907 m² R510 000 Celtic Lodge: R950 000 Bendor Ridge 837 m² R620 000 AND MANY MORE! COME AND BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME! PHONE ME TODAY!

MARIETJIE 072 190 7149 bmpienaar@gmail.com FARMS / SMALLHOLDINGS FOR SALE GAME FARMS: 1. Bandur, North-east of Alldays, 2000ha Game Farm with fully equipped Lodge, R17 000 000. Going Concern. 2. Bandur, North-east of Alldays, 500ha Game Farm with 7.5ha Pivot, hunters acc, R5 750 000. Going Concern. 3. POLOKWANE, 2000ha, Game farm with 5* Lodge, Going concern R22 000 000. 4. POLOKWANE, 1880ha, Game Farm within 12 000ha Game Reserve, Going concern, R22 000 000. 5. Soutpansberg, 400ha, Chalets, Farm House, R4 000 000. CATTLE FARMS: 1. Alldays, 629Ha, Bosveldplaas, R4 000 000 + VAT. 2. Polokwane, 600Ha Cattle/Game Farm, R5 200 000 + VAT. 3. Alldays, 460ha, Bosveld binneplaas, R3 440 000 + VAT. 4. MARA, 380ha, Cattle Farm, R3 440 000. IRRIGATION FARMS: 1. Waterpoort area 215ha, 46ha onder drip, 24ha lande, 3 Titelaktes, 3 Woonhuise, Plaaswinkels, R8 500 000 + VAT. 2. Waterpoort area 750ha , 100ha under drip irrigation, fully automated, Game fenced (the whole irrigation operation is controlled by laptop). R15 000 000 + VAT. LIFESTYLE FARMS: 1. Haenertsburg Timber farm, 40Ha, Rivier with Trout Dams, homestead, cottages, sheds and landscaped garden. Country living at its best and a constant income generated from plantations. R3 750 000. 2. Houtbosdorp, Wildplasie, 85ha, 2 Chalets, R3 300 000. 3. Lemoenfontein, Game Farm, 134ha, R2 750 000. 4. Waterpoort, Game Farm, 230ha, R2 500 000. 5. Polokwane Peach Farm, 21ha, Going Concern, R4 000 000. 1. WANTED: GAME, CATTLE, IRRIGATION, LIFESTYLE FARMS WANTED FOR SALE IN LIMPOPO PROVINCE.

PHILIP 082 937 3683 philipinsa@gmail.com 1) SESHEGO ZONE 5 – R580 000: AN OPPORTUNITY COMES ONLY ONCE! 3 Bedrooms, bathroom, diningroom, kitchen. OUTBUILDINGS, comprising 2 bedrooms, bathroom. Garage and carport. 2) SESHEGO ZONE 3 – R850 000: STOP HUNTING AND GRAB THIS ONE NOW! SITUATED CLOSE TO ALL AMENETIES. 4 Bedrooms with b.i.c.s, 2 bathrooms, modern kitchen, 2 living areas, 2 garages and well fenced etc. 3) MANKWENG ZONE C – R520 000: 3 Spacious bedrooms, lounge, kitchen, 1 bathroom. There is an outbuilding comprising 2 bedrooms, bathroom and garage. THOUGHT OF SELLING BUT NOT SURE WHERE TO START? SPEAK TO ME TODAY FOR FREE ADVICE.

ERNEST 072 696 6004 emotlau@webmail.co.za

Polokwane Observer

September 11, 2014

Polokwane Muni launches Mahala Week

“Having achieved more than 50 Years of property

BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com

makes us the obvious choice”

PROPERTY OF THE WEEK House in FLoRA PARK - R907 000

WEB: 331384

BEdrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 GaraGEs 2

sPaCIoUs FamILY homE! Very good area of Polokwane. Situated near schools and large shopping mall. This property offers good security and lots of living space. Excellent opportunity.

soLE maNdatE

geRt vAn stAden 083 386 6383 BendoR

R1 650 000

FLoRA PARK

R1 900 000

sesHego

R480 000

soLE maNdatE

hoUsE IN UPmarKEt EstatE

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 Garages 3 seeff web: 313752

(o) 015 297 1140 dineo MoHoLoBeLA 072 203 6658

BRoAdLAnds

R5 550 000

soLE maNdatE

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(o) 015 297 1140 HoseA MoLeKoA 072 485 5155

(o) 015 297 1140 KgoMotso MoKoAtedi 083 264 7038

Bedrooms 3 Bathroom 2 seeff web: 323560

Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms 3 Garages 3 seeff web: 330532

LeBowAKgoMo

R930 000

KALKFontein

R1 990 000

soLE maNdatE

a CoNsPIraCY oF sILENCE, oasIs oF NatUraL VaCaNt LaNd! sErENItY, haVEN oF traNQUILItY

erf size: 3048m² seeff web: 288649

Bedroom 4 Bathrooms 3 Garages 4 seeff web: 318344

(o) 015 297 1140 KARien JoRdAAn 082 774 7957

BendoR PARK

R765 000

(o) 015 297 1140 KwenA RAMMutLA 076 090 9530

BendoR

soLE maNdatE

VErY NEat toWNhoUsE For FIrst tImE BUYErs, or INVEstors! Bedroom 2 Bathroom 1 Garage 1 seeff web: 332380

(o) 015 297 1140 MARiette PRetoRius 082 200 5227

PoLoKwAne

R8 062 500

a GEm! GamE Farm NEar PoLoKWaNE

erf size: 359.24ha seeff web: 332557

(o) 015 297 1140 sAnneLie oostHuiZen 082 493 7824

R398 000

soLE maNdatE

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Bedroom 4 Bathrooms 2 seeff web: 298258

(o) 015 297 1140 Louise oostHuiZen 071 609 6256

LAdAnnA

R1 200 000

soLE maNdatE

BEaUtIFUL FamILY homE IN QUIEt arEa oF LadaNNa!

Bedroom 3 Bathrooms 2 Garages 2 seeff web: 329239

stand size: 400m² seeff web: 320755

(o) 015 297 1140 CHARMAine veRMeuLen 082 780 5844 (o) 015 297 1140 sAndY sMitH 083 268 7436

ivY PARK

R875 000

Warm WELComING aNd sPaCIoUs!

Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms 2 Garage 1 seeff web: 315974

(o) 015 297 1140 sindiLe MLAuZi 076 062 9454

Do You Want to Buy or Sell Residential / Commercial Property? Call One of our Professional Sales Consultants

015 297 1140

smaLLhoLdING at KaLKFoNtEIN! EXCELLENt LoCatIoN!

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R744 000

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Polokwane Municipality in collaboration with the Polokwane Tourism Association on Monday launched Mahala Week as part of Tourism Month at a stakeholder breakfast at the Peter Mokaba Sports Complex. This tourism industry session focuses on mobilising the industry to be part of the Municipality’s 2030 SMART Vision further giving the industry a platform for networking. “The aim of Mahala Week is to encourage understanding of the fun and affordable and exciting tourist attractions that are available in Polokwane. On that note all South Africans visiting the Polokwane Game Reserve on 9 to 13 September will be given free access. There will further be an art, culture and tourism exhibition on 16 to19 September at the Irish House Museum aimed at showcasing products that are found in Limpopo and to encourage local travel. Products from Capricorn District Municipality and all its local municipalities will be on display during this period,” Malesela Maubane, Spokesperson of the Municipality informed. Partners and stakeholders in this campaign include the Capricorn District Municipality, Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Limpopo Tourism Agency, Tourism Enterprise Partnership and Polokwane Tourism Association.

Walking for breast cancer awareness ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com The Pick n Pay Women’s Walk in aid of Breast Cancer Awareness is set to paint the city pink this Saturday. The Van Riebeeck Cricket Field, next to the Peter Mokaba Stadium, will serve as the start and finish point for the 5 km walk and although the walk is not timed, it is a fun way of getting the community together to raise awareness of issues surrounding breast cancer and raise funds for breast cancer awareness organisation, PinkDrive. Dani Isaacs from Corporate Image said the walk is sponsored by Pick n Pay and Momentum which means that all proceeds will go directly to PinkDrive who provides free breast cancer screening and education around the country. “PinkDrive will be onsite to offer free breast examination,” Isaacs said. The gates open at 07:00 and the walk will commence at 08:00. “There is a great line-up of entertainment where hot and cold refreshments will be on sale before and after the walk and as an added bonus, there will be lucky draws where participants can win great prizes,” she said and added that the nutrition partner, Futurelife will also be on site with samples of their tasty smoothies. “Participants can find out more about the benefits of their GMO-free (Genetically Modified Foods) products and get to take some home in a goodie bag for the whole family to try,” Isaacs said and continued by saying that men are also invited to take part in the walk. The cost for adults is R40 per person and children under 18 years pay R20. Entry forms are available at Pick n Pay Cycad, Pick n Pay at the Mall of the North, Pick n Pay Polokwane, Pick n Pay at Savannah Mall or online at www. pnptickets.co.za. The event pack collection is available at Pick n Pay Mall of the North between 10:00 and 18:00. For more information, visit www.pnp.co.za or contact Isaacs on 083 308 6260 or dani@ corporateimage.co.za

KANTOOR TE HUUR

1 x 120 m² - ground floor. Watermelon Street, Platinum Park.

015 297 2636

September 11, 2014

Polokwane Observer

ANTON 082 443 6039

AIDA POLOKWANE

15A Schoeman Street, Polokwane, 0700, P.O. Box 1961, Polokwane, 0699 Tel: 015 295 3134 Fax: 015 295 3161 E-mail: polokwane@aidasa.co.za Website: www.aida.co.za

ROSEMARY 082 804 9725

EACH FRANCHISE INDEPENDENTLY OWNED AND OPERATED

Tel: 015 295 3134

RETHABILE GARDENS PHASE 3: NOW SELLING

PACKAGES CAN BE STRUCTURED TO MEET YOUR NEEDS • MANY OPTIONS TO CHOOSE FROM.

EvErything wE touch turns to soLD!

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IVE

BODORP • R1 836 000

IMPRESSIVE FAMILY HOME Ref: 91344183364

Stunning and spacious living areas and lots of built-in cupboards. Borehole with irrigation, Wendy house and fully enclosed yard with fence and electric gates. Well located near all amenities. Have it all call me today! 3 2

2 Carports 2

RINA • 082 929 9171

FLORA PARK • R890 000

BENDOR • R545 000

TWO WORDS: SEE IT! Ref: 91334183595 Stunning modern house in a quiet and convenient location with an abundance of amenities! A family friendly location with contemporary design fixtures and finishes. Priced to sell fast; start packing and have it all. Call today for a viewing opportunity!

CENTRAL LOCATION. Ref: 91344182676 A stunning townhouse situated in Bendor. The property is ideal for bachelors and pensioners. The property has one bedroom, open-plan lounge, and kitchen with nice wooden units. Lovely garden. Close to all amenities. Make this yours!

3 2

1 Carports 0

VICTOR • 073 066 6805

1 1½

0 Carports 0

BENDOR • R1 100 000

SESHEGO • R522 000

DEVELOPMENT STAND PRICED BELOW MARKET Ref:100070075 Vacant development stand situated in upmarket security estate. Beat the moratorium and use this opportunity to build 8 townhouses (Zoned Res 2) – stand already serviced and ready to be developed.

SIAS • 0823727265

BODORP • R2 800 000 GREAT PROPERTY Ref: 91344183131 Ideal for rezoning. Property lends itself towards development of a clinic or medical chambers. Stand 1 900m². Also ideal for the extended family. An opportunity not to be missed.

JAMES • 072 236 7310

3 2½

0 Carports 2

STANDS

CAPRICORN • R875 000 HERE TODAY – GONE TOMORROW 91344183511 Well located, close to all amenities with a one bedroom flat. The flat has its own entrance. The house is built on a stand that measures up to 776m² with one bath and one bedroom. See it and grab it!

1 1

Carports

Diamond Arrow Award 1st Overall

RINA • 082 929 9171

Area Woodhill 91344183034 Woodhill 91344183437 Marula Heights 91344182126 Northview 91344174461 Northview 91344183700

INA • 079 597 8636

5 4

2 Carports 6

GREThA • 082 802 1874

PERFECT FOR THE BIG FAMILY. Ref: 91334183557 A nice big family home in Polokwane central. Main building as well as granny flat with 2 bedrooms and a bathroom. The property is centrally located and is close to all forms of transport and government offices. Call today, tomorrow will be too late.

0 Carports 0

4 2

JACOB • 082 466 8366

CLASS AND STYLE

Ref: 91344175733

This is true class and style. A beautiful open-plan lounge and kitchen with lock-up garage and small enclosed garden. Close to gym and Mall of the North. Just lock up and go. Good security. Call now to view!

1 Carports 0

2 1

0 LOUWRENS • 085 958 6632

OFFICES TO LET Price

TOWNHOUSES TO LET

size (m²) price agent KORAAL 494 R355 000 Louwrens 082 958 6632 BODORP 536 R375 700 Essie 071 391 4750 HOUSES TO LET 672 R370 000 Simon BENDOR 082 476 8916 FAUNA PARK 799 R485 000 Simon WESTENBURG 082 476 8916 BODORP 650 R400 000 Sias 082 372 7265

SIMON • 082 476 8916

BENDOR • R779 000

FAUNA PARK • R1 190 000 A REAL FIXER FOR THE HANDYMAN. Ref: 91334183747 Large home located in a good area. Opportunity to extend and finish this home to your own standard. Spacious rooms. Stand 1013m². Turn this into your dream family home. Call today to view.

BODORP • R1 630 000

MADIBA PARK • R660 000

1 Carports 0

0 Carports 0

3 3

BODORP • R1 303 000

A LUXURY TOWNHOUSE Ref: 91344182522 Double-storey townhouse with spacious bedrooms. Garden is neat and well laid out. Wendy house used as storeroom and scullery. Servant’s quarters. Single garage and carport. Close to all amenities such as private hospital and luxury lodges. Call now to view. 0 1 Carports 1 3 3 SIMON • 082 476 8916 JACOB • 082 466 8366

JUST RIGHT FOR YOU! Ref: 91344182522 Family home with spacious living area. Good size main bedroom and a drive-through garage. Face brick, tiled roof, fully walled, burglar bars. Easy access to Madiba Park Mall. 361m² corner stand.

3 1

NEWLY BUILT HOUSE. Ref: 91344178287 Modern style, well appointed home comprising three en suite bedrooms. Big kitchen with nice finishes. Walled around with lockable gate. Call for appointment.

R4 000 R4 500 R3 750 R3 850 R4 200

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We need houses, flats & plots to rent for good, long-term tenants!

ELMARIE - 082 977 7020

HENNIE HANTI JAMES LOUWRENS PETER GRETHA SIAS VICTOR ELMARIE INA KOWIE RINA ESSIE JACOB SIMON 083 245 1018 084 549 5928 072 236 7310 082 958 6632 073 219 4538 082 802 1874 082 372 7265 073 066 6805 082 977 7020 082 466 8366 079 597 8636 082 476 8916 082 854 0452 082 929 9171 071 391 4750

EVERYTHING WE TOUCH TURNS TO SOLD

NEWS

September 11, 2014

38 OBSERVER Entries for Miss polokwane

Humanity extended

ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com

The entry date for the Miss Humanity South Africa 2014 pageant has been extended and women aged 18 to 26 are invited to submit their entries by no later than 30 September. Recently crowned Miss Humanity

World International, Katryn Barwise said the winner of the pageant will be a woman of beauty but with a heart for the community and who has the willpower to change the lives of others. Candidates must be willing to host various charity events such as food drives, planting vegetable gardens and teaching others about sustainability in

order to alleviate poverty. “It is about how you can uplift the community and not about winning anymore,” Barwise said and added that twenty finalists will be chosen from across the country and each of them will be tasked with three projects to be completed within a two month period. “The finalists will compete for the Miss Humanity 2014 title on 25 October at the Protea Hotel Ranch Resort. Entrants will be notified telephonically about the date, time and place for interviews. More information can be obtained from misshumanityinternational.com or Barwise’s webpage on misshumanityinternationalsa.com.

MEC and stakeholders off to Indo-South African Week BARRY VILJOEN >>barryv.observer@gmail.com MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development, Joy Matshoge, on Sunday left for India accompanied by key stakeholders in the farming sector and officials from the Department to take part in the Indo-South Africa Week. The Indo-South Africa Week aims to explore areas of cooperation in agriculture and food processing opportunities between the two countries and Limpopo has been invited to attend this year’s Indo-South Africa week where the focal point will be the review of the past 20 years and business opportunities in the next coming ten years. According to Sipho Dikgale, Media Liaison Officer of the Office of the MEC, Limpopo has been identified for its strength in the area of developing

horticulture and bee-keeping as well as setting up a honey processing and fruit pulp processing plant. The department has an existing Statement of Intent with the Indianbased Kejriwal Group of Companies that was signed in November, 2013. In terms thereof, Kejriwal would work with the department to expand bee-keeping activities in Limpopo and advise on how to set up a state of the art honey processing plant and for training of farmers, expansion of horticulture activities as well as setting up a fruit pulp processing centre. Matshoge will have an opportunity to conduct site visits to some of the agro-processing plants in Mumbai and New Delhi. She will also take part in round table discussions with other stakeholders on food trade and investments between the two countries.

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Youth to pave way for better future ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com

he multi-award winning youth activist from Ga-Marishane, Koketso Mashihane visited Bali, Indonesia as part of 100 participants who qualified to join the 6th Global Forum United Nations Alliance of Civilisations in August. Mashihane said the trip entailed fostering cultural diversity during the youth event and with the theme The Role of Youth in Promoting Unity in Diversity through education, media, migration and entrepreneurship and employment, the agenda included brief addresses from the United Nations High Representative for Alliance of Civilizations, Nassir Abdulaziz Al-Nasser, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Marty RM Marty M Natalegawa. “There were also focus group discussions and a field trip to the greatest Balinese cultural site, Pura Taman Ayun. The day concluded with a plenary session with key remarks by the UN-Secretary General Ban Ki Moon,” an excited Mashihane said and added that the group also had the opportunity to visit the royal homestead in Bandung. “During the event, Ban Ki Moon reaffirmed the importance of youth solving the global crisis to create sustainable development and paving the way to a better world at the same time. He said we have to make a difference and strongly recommended to not only be the leaders of tomorrow, but also history makers because globalisation makes the world move more quickly than ever before.” He added that Ban Ki Moon said the youth, with their creativity, energy, innovative ideas and positive thinking will lead global agendas. Mashihane said he has been active with youth issues since primary school and believes that by prioritising education the whole world will open up. “If I am not at a seminar, you will find me in a library. I am opening my mind to new experiences, cultures and people and have always envisioned my life as a diplomat, but then

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I must study politics to know the social dynamics of the country and how it integrates,” he said and added that he is currently studying to obtain his LLB-degree through the University of South Africa. Mashihane is part of the programme line-up for the Octoberfest and said he is very excited to lead the opening night session on 20 September. He holds the Ambassadorship for the World Economics’ Forum, White Ribbon South Africa, United Nations Youth Serve and Dr Stephen Gill Peace Academy and has travelled through all the African countries. “I am a member of the Mashihane Royal family but I live out of a backpack,” he laughed and said the most interesting country he visited is Bali and the most shocking is the typically poverty stricken Mozambique where some children carry guns in public. “The most boring countries are Zimbabwe and Swaziland because there is no economic stability due to the political situation. The people are hungry for knowledge and development. There certainly is room for improvement,” he said and continued by saying that the transport system and advanced technology in Kenya was the most surprising. “I would still like to visit Mauritius, Ukraine, Croatia, Argentina and the European countries,” he said and concluded by saying that he is visiting Canada in October.

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Wenners van inkleur kompetisie aangewys ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com Die wenners van Mickey and Minnie Castle School se inkleurkompetisie is Donderdag aangekondig. Die inkleurkompetisie, in samewerking met Era Eiendomme, is ter viering van Lentedag aangebied. Era Eiendomme het ‘n geskenkpakkie met lekkergoed, plakkers en inkleurkryt geskenk.

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Die wenners in die vyf tot ses jaar ouderdomsgroep is voor Kholofelo Thema, Naledi Mokonyane, Salani Ndleve en Andreia Afonso. Agter is Thys van Zyl en Ilse Schraader van Era Eiendomme en Freda Gerber, die prinsipaal van die kleuterskool.

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Die wenners in die drie tot vier jaar ouderdomsgroep is voor Mutshidzi Muditambi, Keratile Sepuru, Joanna Nyatore and Tumelo Molatjane. Agter is Thys van Zyl en Audrey Grobbelaar van Era Eiendomme en Freda Gerber, die prinsipaal van die kleuterskool.

Raising awareness against sexual abuse

>> Childline has received than 13 000 calls this year >> A child’s life must be celebrated and not clouded with sorrow ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com

hildline Limpopo recently hosted an Anti-rape Awareness campaign at Savannah Mall with the focus on creating awareness about the escalating rape and child abuse statistics and to raise money for rape victims. Spokesperson for Childline Limpopo, Allen Chapingidza said the escalating number of child abuse cases is of great concern as a large number of children in the various communities are not living in safe conditions. He said Childline has received about 60 000 calls reporting sexual abuse last year and this year they have already received more than 13 000 calls. “The children are often sworn to secrecy by the perpetrators and they are forced to develop a bond that prevents them from reporting these cases,” he said and added that from the cases received, it is evident that a number of perpetrators are the victim’s relative. “It becomes difficult for the victim to report the rapist due to fear, shame and social stigma,” Chapingidza said. Referring to the cooperation between Polokwane Police and Childline in reporting and following up cases Chapingidza explained that the most critical areas are the villages surround-

ing the city and the most vulnerable ages from 0 to 18 years. “Although we are aware of the abuse, reports are still low and we therefore want to encourage parents to report all cases of rape, sexual assault, step-family issues and sexually exploitative behaviour to the Police or to Childline,” he said. He added that Childline’s mandate is to prevent any violation against a child and to create a society free of child abuse and undoubtedly so, with the uncompromised support of the community. “Childline believes a child’s life must be celebrated and not clouded with sorrow and crippled with abuse,” he said and continued by saying that the Anti-rape Campaign was launched in August this year with the intention of running it until the festive season. “We had full support from Savannah Mall during the launch and the social workers managed to educate a number of parents about child abuse

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Gedeeltes 13 & 16 van die plaas DOORNSPRUIT (genoem THORNCASTLE) Die eiendom beslaan 17 ha en is geleë 19 km buite die dorp, naby die varkplaas. Woning met 4 groot slaapkamers; 2 vol nuwe badkamers, groot kombuis, sitkamer, 40 m² lapa, 2 motorhuise en buitegebou. Betroubare plaaswerker, reeds 7 jaar werksaam op die plaas, 2 x 10 000l water tanks plus 2 x 5 000l water tanks. 1 Toegeruste boorgat Eskomkrag. Die gronde kan gebruik word vir gewasse op klein skaal. Huur: R6 000, Deposito: R6 000, plus eenmalige administrasiefooi : R5 000 Peninapark: Omega Park nr 15 2 slaapkamers, 1 badkamer, pragtige kombuis, toesluit motorhuis, opwas-area. Sekuriteitskompleks. Heffing by huur ingesluit Huur R4 500, Dep R4 500 Admin Koste R500 Voorafbetaalde elektrisisteit, munisipale water KONTAK LIANE: 072 4000 662 / 015 291 3287

and how they can ensure their child’s safety,” he said and added that a number of ambassadors in the community are selling the R5 awareness sticker that carries the 24-hour toll-free number 08000 55 555. Chapingidza said the Polokwane Choral Society will on 5 October host the Nelson Mandela Legacy Festival at the Library Gardens in support of the Anti-rape Awareness Campaign. “All the proceeds will be channelled to support the rape victims in our community. We are also in the process of planning a Family Fun Run on 4 October as part of the Anti-rape awareness campaign and invite the community to support the noble cause.” Parents can make an appointment at the Childline offices in 17 Hans Van Rensburg Street for free counselling sessions for not only themselves but for their children because: “We need more support from the community.”

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Childline Limpopo ambassadors Riëtte van der Linde, Irene Kganyago and Christine Frank man the table during the launch of the Anti-rape Awareness Campaign at Savannah Mall.

Bond Gallery now in city >> Looking forward to providing a superior service >> Polokwane branch 16th in country WARREN BLUNT >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The specially invited estate agents, guests and personnel at Elmarie Bierman Attorneys got into the theme of Casual Day and at the same time cel-

Elmarie Bierman of Elmarie Bierman Attorneys and the Manger of Bond Gallery, Lucky Francis at the grand opening on Friday.

The CEO of Bond Gallery, Elmar Pittendrigh and Bond Gallery Polokwane Manager, Lucky Francis.

ebrated spring at the grand opening on Friday of Bond Gallery, the bond originator chosen by smart home owners. All the guests that attended the opening were entered for a R2 000 lucky draw and enjoyed a delicious spring lunch buffet. During lunch Elmarie Bierman and Bond Gallery CEO, Elmar Pittendrigh gave guests a brief background on the company and their objective of providing sound advice and a superior service when trying to secure a home loan. Prospective and existing home owners are assured of a professional service with Bond Gallery that will structure your home loan according to your individual needs and provide the best advice and service to home owners. The Manger of Bond Gallery in Polokwane, Lucky Francis said they are excited with the opening of their first branch in Limpopo. “We are looking forward to doing business in Limpopo and to be associated with Elmarie Bierman in being the bond originator of choice with the people of Limpopo. Limpopo has the potential for tremendous growth in the housing market and Bond Galley hopes to be part of that growth,”

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Francis explained. The Polokwane branch will be the 16th Bond Gallery outlet, after the first branch was established in Pretoria in April 2013. Pittendrigh, who has been involved as a bond originator for many years is also excited about tapping into growing housing needs in Limpopo. “After Bond Gallery experienced excellent growth in Gauteng in just over a year it was only natural to expand to other provinces and Limpopo was identified for expansion because of its great potential,” he commented at Friday’s opening. The Bond Gallery slogan is ‘The art of home finance’. Visit their website on www.bondgallery.co.za.

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The personnel at Chas Everitt, Christelle du Plessis and Tebogo Lekgothoane in front and Sandra van der Merwe, Celeste Grims and Laryssa Brits show off their bling at the grand opening of Bond Gallery on Friday.

Chantelle Meyer and Nicole Fijma from Elmarie Bierman Attorneys welcome the guests.

Elmarie Bierman Attorneys personnel, Frans Galane, Ashley Bent, Nicole Fijma and Albertina Mothapo pictured at the grand opening of Bond Gallery on Friday.

Guests enjoy the spring weather at the grand opening of Bond Gallery on Friday.

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STORAGE TO LET 4 km from SAB on LTT Road from R550 p.m. Contact Johan 083 459 7046 ____________________ STORAGE TO LET We can store from bikes to big boats. From R400 p.m. Polokwane Self Storage. 082 446 4574 / 082 964 4139 / 082 460 4439 ____________________ NUUTGEBOUDE STOOREENHEDE TE HUUR OP IVYDALE Contact Jana 082 788 7333 ____________________

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JEWELLERY

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SERVICES

CONFERENCE FACILITIES From 20 to 400 delegates. Weddings, funerals, theme parties, ethnic. Contact 015 295 5264 Cell 079 899 5405 ___________________ MAINTENANCE & CONSTRUCTION Revamp offices, houses, plots, small building jobs, plumbing, painting, tiling & electrical. SOUTHGATE Contact Danie 079 894 8963 ___________________ ALLE LANGAFSTAND MEUBELVERVOER Kontak Anna-Mari 0861 111 129 ___________________

TRANSPORT

OP SOEK NA SAAMRYGELEENTHEID vanaf Eeufeeshuis Peninapark na Mercuruis Motors. Werkstye 07:00 tot 17:00. Kontak Anton Nel 076 910 9796 ____________________

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YAMAHA KEYBOARD New portable grand DGX-230 with stand and manual. R7 500. Skakel Piet 083 461 0601 ____________________

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TO LET BACHELOR FLAT 1 bedroom up to 3 bedrooms in secure area. Tel 015 295 5264 Cell 079 899 5405 ____________________ LEEUWKUIL ESTATE BACHELOR unit in safe tranquil surroundings. 7km from town. R2 200 p.m. Contact 079 081 3152 ____________________ 2 SLAAPKAMER WOONSTEL OP PLOT TE HUUR 4km uit stad. Huur R4 000 W&L ingesluit. Dep R4 000. Kontak 083 995 8965 ____________________ BACHELOR FLAT IN PLEIN STREET R2 235 p.m. including W&L. Deposit R3 360. Contact 082 804 6230 ____________________

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TE HUUR 2 Slaapkamer, netjies geboude huis. Toegespan, rustige bosveldomgewing, digbewoonde gebied, hoë heining, 30 km op Zebediela pad teen teerpad. R2 900 p.m. Koopkrag. Skakel of SMS na 076 598 6002 of 072 038 9175 ____________________ RUIM 3 SLAAPKAMER HUIS TE HUUR SOETDORINGS Netjies en omhein. Dubbel afdak parkering. Veilige en rustige omgewing. R5 560 plus dep + koopkrag. Streng keuring. Skakel Minette 076 941 1679 ____________________ 3 SLAAPKAMER HUIS TE HUUR OP DORINGBULT PLOT Dadelik beskikbaar. R4 500 per maand plus deposito. Kontact Jackie 082 555 3927 ____________________ 3 SLAAPKAMER PLAASHUIS met 1 badkamer en afdak vir 3 motors te huur vanaf 01/11/14 vir R6 500 per maand. 200 Hektaar weiding ook beskikbaar teen R3 500 per maand. Skakel 083 442 5366 ____________________ FOR RENT IVY PARK HOUSE 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, dining, lounge, double garage. Rent R4 800. Contact Debbie 015 295 8015/17 ____________________ 3 SLAAPKAMER HUIS OP PLOT TE HUUR 8km uit dorp. Elektries omhein, groot tuin. Geen groot honde. R5 800 p.m. + dep. W&L en tuindienste ing. 082 588 5520 ____________________

LAEKOSTE HUISVESTING by HIEB in Dalmada beskikbaar. Kleinvertrek huise R1 950 p.m., Bachelor woonstelle R1 500 p.m. Wendy houtkamers R1 000 p.m. Gemeenskaplike ablusiegeriewe. Vir meer inligting skakel Marina in kantoorure 015 297 2008 ____________________ Houses Bodorp r25 500 4 bedr, 3 bathr, 2 garages, pool. Bendor r9 600 3 bedr, lounge, dining room, pool, flat. penina park r10 026 4 bedr, 2 bathr, laundry, 2 bedr flat. new Flora park r6 680 3 bedr, 2 bathr, lounge & garage. Bendor Village r20 500 5 bedr, 4 bathr, 2 garages, bar, lounge, pool. Môregloed r10 070 4 bedr, 2½ bathr, flat, swimming pool. nortHView r9 500 3 bedr, 2½ bathr, flat, lounge, kitchen, outside room. Bodorp r6 684 3 bedr, 2 bathr, lounge, dining, garage. nortHView r8 500 3 bedr, 2 bathr, lounge, kitchen, double garage. townHouses iVy park r6 600 3 bedr, 2 bathr, carport. Fauna park r6 950 3 bedr, 2½ bathr, lounge, kitchen, garage. Bendor r6 000 3 bedr, 2 bathr, lounge, kitchen, patio, built-in braai. Flats CoMpensatie st r4 300 2 bedr, bathr, carport, spacious living area. raBe st r4 100 2 bedr, bathr, open-plan kitchen/living area, carport. oFFiCes CBd – r2 500 MarsHall st – r10 270 MarsHall st – r25 400 Hans Van rensBurg st – r11 000 Bendor – r34 000 audrey 072 632 7117 dionette 084 503 3964 Martin 060 666 5432 tHys 083 702 0768 Flats ladanna – R 2350 For NOW Bachelor, carport in Complex. town – R 4235 For Oct 2 Bed, 1 bath and garage. HOuses Flora Park – R5 500 For Oct 3 Bed, 1½ bath, carport and garage. acacia estate – R8 500 for Oct - 3 Bed, 2 bath, 2 garages and paved garden. tOWNHOuses Ivy Park R6 000 for NOW 3 Bed, 2 bath, carport in secure complex. Welgelegen – R5 500 for Oct 3 Bed, 2 bath, garage, and lapa. Flats tO let MaCaDaMIa @ tHe alOes RetIReMeNt VIllaGe Very exclusive for Now or October R5 200, R5 650, R5 800 pm: 1 or 2 Bed, 1 bath, with 24-hour care and affordable prices. FOR eXaMPle: 3 Meals per day. 2 x Week laundry. 2 x Week cleaning of flat, Assistance with control of medication. Twice a day check on resident. Twice a day visit by medical staff, etc Patsy – 083 270 6770 OFFICe Very well situated at Cycad Shopping Centre 84m². ansie – 082 400 4430 Patsy – 083 270 6770

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POLOKWANE/PERSKEBULT TOWN PLANNING SCHEME, 2007 SPECIAL CONSENT IN TERMS OF CLAUSE 21 ON REMAINDER OF ERF 156 ANNADALE IN ORDER TO ERECT A GUEST HOUSE I, Timothy Tshilidzi Mudzielwana of Fulwana Planning Consultants, being the authorised agent of the registered own-

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ers of Remainder of erf 156 Annadale Township Registration Division LS, Limpopo Province, hereby give notice in terms of the provision of Clause 21 of the Polokwane/Perskebult Town Planning Scheme, 2007, that I have lodged an application to the Polokwane Local Municipality for a Guest House on the property mentioned above situated at 61 Doornkraal Street. Plans and Particulars of the application will lie for inspection during normal office hours at the office of Town Planner, First Floor, Room 125 Civic Centre and Polokwane Municipality for the period of 28 days from 11 September 2014. Objections and/or comments or representation in respect of the application must be lodged with or made in writing to the Municipal Manager at the above address or at P.O. BOX 111, Polokwane 0700 within 28 days from the 11th of September 2014. Address of Applicant: Fulwana Planning Consultants P. O. Box 55980 Polokwane 0700 Tel: 015 297 6060 Fax: 015 297 4040/086 663 5119 Cell: 072 426 6537 11/9 ___________________

PIETERSBURG/PERSKEBULT TOWN PLANNING SCHEME 2007 SPESIALE TOESTEMMING IN TERME VAN KLOUSULE 21 VAN RESTANT VAN ERF 156 ANNADALE OM TE OPRIGTING VAN ‘N GASTE HUIS Ek, Tshilidzi Timothy Mudzielwana van Fulwana Planning Consultants, synde die gemagtigde agent van die geregistreerde eienaars van Erf 156 Annadale Dorpsgebied, Registrasie Afdeling LS, Limpopo Provinsie, gee hiermee in terme van die voorsiening van klousule 21 van die Polokwane / Perskebult Dorpsbeplanningskema 2007, kennis dat ek ‘n aansoek by die Polokwane Plaaslike Munisipaliteit ingedien het vir toestemming om ‘n gastehuis op bogenoemde eiendom, geleë te 61 Doornkraalstraat, te bedryf. Planne en besonderhede van die aansoek lê ter insae gedurende gewone kantoorure by die kantoor van die Stadsbeplanner, Eerste Vloer, Kamer 125 Burgersentrum, Polokwane Munisipaliteit vir ‘n tydperk van 28 dae vanaf die 11 September 2014. Besware, kommentaar of verteenwoordiging ten opsigte van die aansoek moet binne 28 dae vanaf die 11 September 2014 skriftelik by die Munisipale Bestuurder by bovermelde adres of by Posbus 111, Polokwane 0700 ingedien of gerig word. Adres van aansoeker: Fulwana Planning Consultants Posbus 55980 Polokwane 0700 Tel: 015 297 6060 Faks: 015 297 4040/086 663 5119 Sel: 072 426 6537 11/9 ___________________ DEPARTMENT ENERGY REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Notice in respect of a licence application in terms of the Petroleum Product Act, 1977 (Act no 120 of 1977) This notice serves to inform parties that may be interested or affected that MONTYCAROL TRADING

ENTERPRISE CC Herein after referred to as the “applicant” has submitted an application for the SITE licence, application number F/2014/08/28/0001. SITE NO 309B SENGATANE VILLAGE FARM MALIETZIES 606-LS ROAD D19 MOLETJI POLOKWANE The purpose of this application is for the applicant to be granted a licence to undertake petroleum retail activities as detailed in the application. Arrangements for viewing the application documentation can be made by contacting the Controller of Petroleum Products at: Telephone: (015) 287 4735; or Fax: 015 297 5045 E-mail: Gibson.Tshisikhawe@energy.gov.za Any objections to the issuing of a licence in respect of this application, which must clearly quote the application number above, must be lodged with the Controller of Petroleum Products within a period of twenty (20) working days from the date of publication of this notice. Such objections must be lodged at the following physical or postal address: Physical Address: The Controller of Petroleum Products Department of Energy 101 Dorp Street Polokwane 0700 Postal Address: The Controller of Petroleum Products Department of Energy Private Bag X9712 Polokwane 0700 11/9 ___________________ DEPARTMENT ENERGY REPUBLIC OF SOUTH AFRICA Notice in respect of a licence application in terms of the Petroleum Product Act, 1977 (Act no 120 of 1977) The notice serves to inform parties that may be interested of affected that MONTYCAROL TRADING ENTERPRISE CC Herein after referred to as “the applicant” has submitted an application for a RETAIL licence, application number F/2014/08/28/0002 SITE NO 309B SENGATANE VILLAGE FARM MALIETZIES 606-LS ROAD D19 MOLETJI POLOKWANE The purpose of this application is for the applicant to be granted a licence to undertake petroleum retail activities as detailed in the application. Arrangements for viewing the application documentation can be made by contacting the Controller of Petroleum Products at: Telephone: 015 287 4735; or Fax: 015 297 5045 E-mail: Gibson.Tshisikhawe@energy.gov.za Any objections to the issuing of a licence in respect of this application, which must clearly quote the application number above, must be lodged with the Controller of Petroleum Products within a period of twenty (20) working days from the date of publication of this notice. Such objections must be lodged at the following physical or postal address: Physical Address: The Controller of Petroleum Products Department of Energy 101 Dorp Street Polokwane

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Postal Address: The Controller of Petroleum Products Department of Energy Private Bag X9712 Polokwane 0700 11/9 ___________________

BAHURUTSHI BUSINESS CONSULTANTS The directors of MDJADJI TECHNOLOGIES CC (Registration no. 2006/051867/23) herebygive notice of the proposed application for reinstatement of above company to the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC). Any objection to the application must be lodged with CIPC within 21 days of this notice. Bahurutshi Business Consultants Tel: 015 291 4194 Cell: 078 205 8520 11/9 ___________________

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IN THE HIGH COURT OF SOUTH AFRICA GAUTENG DIVISION PRETORIA CASE NO: 9602/2014 In the matter between: THE STANDARD BANK OF SOUTH AFRICA LIMITED PLAINTIFF and JOHANNA ADRIANA JANSEN VAN NIEUWENHUIZEN (ID: 761103 0124 08 2) DEFENDANT NOTICE OF SALE IN EXECUTION In execution of a judgement of the High Court of South Africa (North Gauteng high Court, Pretoria) in the abovementioned suit, a sale without reserve will be held by the Sheriff, Polokwane at the sheriff, Polokwane at The Sheriff’s Office, 66 Platinum Street Ladine, Polokwane on Wednesday 1 October 2014 at 10:00 of the undermentioned property of the defendants subject to the conditions of sale which are available for inspection at the offices of the Sheriff Polokwane 66 Platinum Street Ladine Polokwane. Tel: 015 293 0762 ERF 3302 PIETERSBURG EXTENSION 11 TOWNSHIP REGISTRATION DIVISION: L.S. LIMPOPO PROVINCE MEASURING: 975 (NINE SEVEN FIVE) SQUARE METRES HELD BY DEED OF TRANSFER T155373/2004 SUBJECT TO THE CONDITIONS THEREIN CONTAINED ALSO KNOWN AS: 11 DU PREEZ STREET FAUNA PARK POLOKWANE The following information is furnished with regard to improvements on the property although nothing in this respect is guaranteed: The property consists of: 3 Bedrooms 1 Bathroom Dining Room Lounge Kitchen 2 garages DATED AT PRETORIA ON THIS THE 5 DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2014. T DE JAGER HACK STUPEL & ROSS ATTORNEYS FOR PLAINTIFF 2ND FLOOR STANDARD BANK CHAMBERS CHURCH SQUARE PRETORIA REF: T2737/ HA10676/T DE JAGER/ YOLANDI NEL TEL: 012 325 4185 11/9 ___________________

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KENNISGEWING VAN OORGAWE VAN ‘N SKULDENAAR SE BOEDEL INGEVOLGE ARTIKEL 4 (1) VAN DIE INSOLVENSIEWET 24 VAN 1936 SOOS GEWYSIG IN DIE HOOGGEREGHOF VAN SUID AFRIKA (Gauteng Afdeling, Pretoria) In die ex-parte aansoek van: GIDEON PETRUS MYBURGH Identiteitsnommer: 490916 5063 08 0 Applikant Hiermee word kennis gegee dat op Woensdag, 8 OKTOBER 2014 om 10:00 of spoedig daarna as wat die saak aangehoor kan word, by die Noord Gauteng Hoërhof Pretoria (Republiek van SuidAfrika) aansoek gedoen sal word om aanname van die oorgawe van die boedel van GIDEON PETRUS MYBURGH, getroud buite gemeenskap van goed en woonagtig te MUNNIKLAAN 20 POLOKWANE. Applikant se vermoënstaat sal by die kantoor van die Meester van die Hooggeregshof te SALU gebou, 316 Thabo Sehumestraat Pretoria en die Landdroshof van Polokwane ter insae lê vir ‘n termyn van 14 (veertien) dae vanaf 15 September 2014. Gedateer te Pretoria op die 5de dag van September 2014. Serfontein, Viljoen & Swart 165 Alexanderstraat Brooklyn Pretoria Tel: 012 362 2556 (Verw: Mnr T Viljoen) 11/9 ___________________

KENNISGEWING VAN OORGAWE VAN ‘N SKULDENAAR SE BOEDEL INGEVOLGE ARTIKEL 4 (1) VAN DIE INSOLVENSIEWET 24 VAN 1936 SOOS GEWYSIG IN DIE HOOGGEREGSHOF VAN SUID AFRIKA (Gauteng Afdeling Pretoria) In die ex-parte aansoek van: SUSANNA LOUISA MYBURGH Identiteitsnommer: 580413 0017 08 0 Applikant Hiermee word kennis gegee dat op Woensdag 8 OKTOBER 2014 om 10:00 of spoedig daarna as wat die saak aangehoor kan word, by die Noord Gauteng Hoërhof Pretoria (Republiek van Suid Afrika ), aansoek gedoen sal word om aanname van die oorgawe van die boedel van SUSANNA LOUISA MYBURGH, getroud buite gemeenskap van goed en woonagtig te MUNNIKLAAN 20 POLOKWANE. Applikant se vermoënstaat sal by die kantoor van die Meester van die Hooggeregshof te SALU gebou, 316 Thabo Sehumestraat Pretoria en die Landdroshof van Polokwane ter insae lê vir ‘n termyn van 14 (veertien) dae vanaf 15 September 2014. Gedateer te Pretoria op die 5de dag van September 2014. Serfontein Viljoen & Swart 165 Alexanderstraat Brooklyn Pretoria Tel: 012 362 2556 (Verw: Mnr T Viljoen) 11/9 ___________________

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Aiming for gold in cross country championships ROELIEN VORSTER >> roelien.observer@gmail.com

ourteen-year-old Reneilwe Kganyago, a Grade 8 learner of Capricorn High School is in the final stages of preparation before the South African Cross Country Championships where she will represent Limpopo in her age group in George on Saturday. She competed in the provincial race in Pretoria in June this year and although she can’t remember in what position she was placed, she only knows she will represent the province in George, she excitedly said. “I am very fit at the moment because I’ve been training at Hoërskool Noorderland since January,” she said and added that while she

Limpopo against Griffons at Peter Mokaba Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@ gmail.com The Limpopo Blue Bulls u.19 team scored their third victory in the tough Absa B-division competition with a hard-fought victory of 43-17 against the Griquas on the rugby field at Hoërskool Piet Potgieter in Mokopane on Saturday. However, the u.21 Limpopo team came unstuck against the same opponents by 29-33 in the main match later the day. The defeat against Griquas in Mokopane on Saturday leaves the Limpopo u.21 side with only one victory so far this season and in danger of failing to qualify for the play-offs. The team will have to score a victory against the Griffons at the Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday to stand any chance of progressing to the play-offs. The u.19 team has fared much better in the Absa competition thus far, scoring three victories against South Western Districts, the Border Bulldogs and Griquas with their only defeat being three weeks ago at the hands of the Falcons by 28-35 in Brakpan. A victory against the Griffons on Saturday will almost assure the team of progressing to the play-offs. Saturday will see a full programme of rugby action at the new Peter Mokaba Stadium. The Limpopo u.19 match against the Griffons will kick off at 13:00, followed by the u.21 match at 15:00. At 17:00 the BB Truck & Tractor Noordelike Rugby Club (Noordelikes) will be in action against the Suparugby XV in a warm-up match for the Cell C Community Cup, where Noordelikes will be representing the province next year.

takes part in athletics for Capricorn High School, she represents Hoërskool Noorderland in cross country running. “At the moment Noorderland sponsors my licence and also pays my entry fees. I’ve been running cross country for eight years and prefer this sport to athletics because I am subjected to different challenges, especially when there is a hill and I have to fight fatigue. Running is therapeutic,” she said, adding that the various hills and waterholes are her favourites. “I get all muddy, but I don’t mind,” she smiled. Kganyago said this will be the sixth time that she represents the province at the championships and aims to finish between the top 20 runners in her age group. She motivates herself by visualising the finish line and running among the winners. “My role model is Usian Bolt because I aspire to be as fit as he is. I would like

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to run at the Olympic Games one day and continue to compete professionally in this sport,” she said. Not only does Kganyago shine on the netball court, soccer field and athletics track, she is also placed among the top 20 academics in her grade. “After the championships, I will continue to train, but at a slower pace because the competitions will only commence next year again,” she said. As the youngest of three siblings, Kganyago loves to draw cartoons, listen to music, read and do her homework to relax. “I receive a lot of support from my parents, family and friends. I would like to encourage all the Limpopo runners who are competing in the championships to come back with gold medals,” she said.

Reneilwe Kganyago will represent the province at the South African Cross Country Championships on Saturday.

The National Lotteries Board (NLB) is a statutory body established in terms of the Lotteries Act (Act 57 of 1997) with the purpose of regulating the South African Lotteries and Administering of the National Distribution Trust Fund (NLDTF). Suitably qualified prospective candidates are invited to submit their applications to fill the following positions. The position will be based in Limpopo Office. OFFICE ASSISTANT (GOVERNANCE OFFICER) – LIMPOPO OFFICE PURPOSE OF THE JOB To provide a professional, efficient and effective cleaning service that enhances the appearance of the facility and supports a healthy environment. SALARY: Commensurate with qualifications and experience REQUIRED QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE • Pre-Grade 12 Qualification • 1 year relevant experience in cleaning. • Have the capacity to bring independent and impartial advice into the team. Knowledge: • Basic knowledge of general hygiene, health and safety practices • Good knowledge of facility layout • Good knowledge of cleaning products and applications • Able to communicate in local languages KEY DELIVERABLES: • Provide professional cleaning service • Clean the Reception area of the facility every morning before 09h00. • Clean all floors daily by sweeping, mopping and, where necessary, polishing and/or buffing • Empty office dustbins daily and dispose of all refuse appropriately in the refuse bins for collection • Collect paper waste in the specially marked bins for collection by the Recycling company • Check bathrooms twice a day and clean accordingly. Complete the cleaning roster after each cleaning session • Dust office furniture at least weekly, taking care not to disorganize documents and papers on desks, etc. • Vacuum all carpets at least twice per week. Clean, where necessary, all spots and marks on the carpets using the appropriate cleaning products and equipment • Clean windows on the inside at least quarterly on a rotational basis (External window surfaces will be cleaned by an external service provider.) • Store all cleaning equipment and products neatly in the designated cupboards on each floor • Carryout switchboard services in periods of absence of the receptionist • Making tea for managers and his or her clients • Servicing of Board room for meetings • Stock control of refreshments and cleaning materials. • REQUIRED COMPETENCIES AND SKILLS • Be prepared to work under pressure to meet deadlines • Detail-oriented • Task focused • Proactive • Disciplined

Interested applicants should send A concise Curriculum Vitae (with certified qualifications attached) to: The Human Resources Department For the attention of Mr. Thembi Nkuna Hand Delivery: 5 Landros Mare Street Polokwane 0700 Posted applications: Private Bag X 9713 Polokwane 0700 Telephone number for queries: 015 299 4660 Emailed Applications will not be accepted. The National Lotteries Board reserves the right not to make any appointments. The closing date is: 18 September 2014 before end of business.

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Oval racing drivers gather at the centre of the track to witness the breathtaking skills of the Gabriel Aerobatic Team before the start of the National Championship on Saturday.

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Cost to Company • R230 345 per annum Main job duties/responsibilities: • Coaching of the senior provincial team. • Arrange regional training camps and matches to determine players ranking. • Compile Monthly reports on coaching / player / squad training programmes. • Draft reports on player fitness and conditioning. • Evaluate player performances at schools, clubs, regional and national weeks. • Give guidance to the respective age group coaches within Talent Acceleration Programme. • In consultation with the respective coaches, finalise the respective age group regional training squads. • Attend and present at all Regional / Provincial Squad Training Camps. • Provide Coach Education to all structures by arranging Mini Cricket, Orientation and levels 1 and 2 courses. • Enhanced performance of the Coaches Forum and Coaches Association. • Ensure that all players observe the work ethos and adhere to the recommendations for their personal improvement both on and off the field. • Other duties as required related to Amateur Cricket Skills, Qualifications and experience • Standard 10/Grade 12 • Level 3 qualified coach • Specialisation in one of the following areas: * Batting * Bowling * Fielding and wicket keeping

The Gabriel Aerobatic Team in action above the Polokwane Oval Race Track before the start of the National Championship on Saturday. Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com

Preferably played cricket at Amateur Provincial level • Demonstrated ability to maintain strong stakeholder relations. • Ability to establish, collate, manage data and to interpret statistics for managing the development programme in a sustainable manner. • Conflict management and resolution skills • Multiple stakeholder management and relationship management COMMENTS: This person should be prepared to travel extensively within the Province.

Local oval driver, Allas Pienaar in action on Saturday.

Qualifying candidates can apply to PhosaN@cricket.co.za with a comprehensive CV, copy of SA ID, copies of qualifications and at least two contactable references. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Short listed candidates will undergo interviews and possible additional assessments.

Polokwane Oval Race Track organiser, Stephan Weideman gives the thumbs up before his practise round on Saturday.

The closing date for all applications is 15 September 2014. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 1 week after the closure of the advert, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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AMATEUR MANAGER Cost to Company • R294 768 Main job duties/responsibilities: • Implementation, compliance and monitoring of the Presidential Plan • Manage and Reporting on the Departmental Budget as per the Associate and CSA Financial Policies • Compliance of Associated bodies • Upholding sound relationships and governance • Coordinate and manage other office staff. Skills, Qualifications and experience • Sport Management qualification • Demonstrated ability to maintain strong stakeholder relations • Ability to establish, collate, manage data and to interpret statistics for managing the development programme in a sustainable manner. • Conflict management and resolution skills • Multiple stakeholder management and relationship management COMMENTS: This person should be prepared to travel extensively within the province. Qualifying candidates can apply to PhosaN@cricket.co.za with a comprehensive CV, copy of SA ID, copies of qualifications and at least two contactable references. All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Short listed candidates will undergo interviews and possible additional assessments. The closing date for all applications is 15 September 2014. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Should you not hear from us within 1 week after the closure of the advert, please consider your application as unsuccessful.

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The Gabriel Aerobatic Team added some extra excitement to the national championship programme at the Polokwane Oval Race Track with a breathtaking display of precision flying prior to the racing action on Saturday. A large crowd of spectators were then treated to some rubber-burning oval racing with all the classes hotly contested. Visiting drivers from Gauteng and the Western Cape tried to unseat the local riders but Limpopo’s drivers stood their ground and prevented the visitors from dominating the podium positions. Some of the highlights of the day’s racing action was the thrilling duel between two front runners of the Hotrod class, Neville Loosemore and Nico Vorster, with the visiting driver Loosemore coming out on top after an exciting race. Wors Prinsloo finished in the third position. In the Rookies Supporting class Dylan Bosch finished in first position, followed by Marnus du Plessis in second position with Allan Cunningham clinching third place. JJ Fourie won the 1660cc Supporting class, with Sybrand Thysse in second position and Jaco Mostert in third place. The National Stockrods class was won by Willie Blignaut, with Petrus van Oordt in second position and Nico Grebe taking the third place. Morne Nagel took the honours in the National 2.1L Modified class followed by Desmond Bosch and Dewald Roos in the third position.

Visiting driver, Andries du Preez from Vereeniging pictured during practise at Saturday’s National Oval Championship race meeting in Polokwane.

Big medal OBSERVER 47 haul by Eagar Aquatics juniors

Polokwane runner sets new record in Pretoria

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Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com Polokwane Athletic Club ultra-marathon athlete Pieter Pretorius once again excelled in the annual Dawn-to-Dusk 100 miler (160 km) in Acacia Park, Pretoria recently to win the race for the second year in succession. Pretorius won the race last year in a time of 19:59,43 and was determined to repeat the feat this year, but surpassed all his expectations by winning the race in a new record time. Pretorius describes the weather conditions of this year’s race as horrendous with the recent cold front passing over Pretoria on the night of the race. “Out of the 14 individual entries, only four completed the race in freezing conditions,” Pretorius explained. Despite the icy weather conditions Pretorius stuck it out and completed the race in 18:52 to better his previous time by over an hour and set a new record. Running in ultra-marathons is a challenge to Pretorius and he will be lining up in the Johannesburg 12-Hour Race in December where he is aiming to run 140 km in the allotted twelve hours. Prior to running in Johannesburg, Pretorius wants to participate in the Kaapsehoop Marathon in Mpumalanga where he is hoping for a time of under 2:40.

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he junior swimmers from Eagar Aquatics dominated the Limpopo Shamu Short Course Swimming Gala held in Tzaneen at the end of August and garnered a total of 61 medals, made up of 30 gold, 22 silver and nine bronze.

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Eagar Aquatics junior swimming coach, Ilanie Swanepoel said afterwards that the club’s junior swimmers continue to win medals at galas, which is great for the future. “We have a strong junior group and our swimmers are training hard and are really focused. They are looking forward to the summer swimming season and we are expecting great results,” Swanepoel said.

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Polokwane Athletic Club ultra-distance runner Pieter Pretorius with the trophy after winning the recent Dawn-to-Dusk 100 miler and setting a new record.

Intellectually Impaired Games to be hosted in Polokwane Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com Limpopo will be hosting the South African Sports Association for the Intellectually Impaired (SASA-II) Games from 14 to 19 September in Polokwane. Limpopo Premier Stanley Mathabatha will officially open the games on Monday at the old Peter Mokaba Stadium. Intellectually impaired athletes from all over South Africa will be participating in track and field, cross country, basketball, netball and futsal (five-a-side soccer played indoors). The various events will be held at the old Peter Mokaba Stadium and Seshego Stadium. The Limpopo team will be represented by

all 17 schools, centres and clubs that are affiliated to Limpopo Province Sports Association for the Intellectually Impaired (LPSA for II). The Limpopo team consists of 280 athletes and officials who will be out to garner their fair share of medals, according to SASA II President, Lizzy Vogel. “The Limpopo athletics team have trained very hard for the SASA-II Games and want to maintain their number one position in the country. The provincial netball and basketball teams have always achieved a position among the top three and the futsal team for players with Down syndrome walloped all the other provinces in 2013, when futsal was first played at the games,” Vogel said.

Osies, Tommies wys tande op jukskeibaan RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com Die jaarlikse Limpopo Jukskei Skoleliga is verlede Vrydag deur spelers van Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé en Laerskool PietersburgOos oorheers. Skole regoor die provinsie het sake op die plaaslike jukskeibane uitgespook met Tommies

en Osies wat onstuitbaar as algehele wenners van die hoër- en laerskool-afdeling uit die stryd getree het. Die tweede en derde plek in die laerskoleafdeling is onderskeidelik deur Laerskool Dendron en Pietersburg Laerskool opgeraap, terwyl Hoërskool Frikkie Meyer en Hoërskool Pietersburg (PHS) tweede en derde in die hoërskool-afdeling geëindig het.

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PHS se Rikus Thomas in aksie.

Chris Viljoen van Hoër Tegniese Skool Tom Naudé laat waai met ‘n dwarsskei.

New coach for Polokwane City Football Club Papic who hails from Serbia joins the club following the departure of Bobby Solomons who only managed one victory in the Polokwane City Football Club team’s last five matches of the has appointed former Orlando League. Pirates and Black Leopards “He is our new coach and coach Kosta Papic as their joined the team last week. We coach for the 2014/2015 are happy to have him. I think Premier Soccer League (PSL) he will bring the experience and season. winning mentality which we Photo: lacked in the team,” a source at Herbert Rachuene the club said. Papic is expected to be on Kosta Papic is Polokwane City the bench when Polokwane City Football club’s hosts Amazulu Football Club in their sixth match of the PSL at new coach. the old Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday.

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Some of the junior swimmers from Eagar Aquatics that participated in the Limpopo Shamu Short Course Swimming Gala are, in front, Miandi Oosthuizen, Amy Scott, Anthony Clayton, Daniel Scott, Troy Fowlds and Ruan Potgieter. In the middle are Ayden Jordaan, Trent Bannel, Relo Sekula, Franco Clayton, Travis Anderson and Ashton Scheepers. At the back are Linelle O’Reilly, Onthi Maredi, Kara Bornman, Ilani Swanepoel (coach), Ethan Anderson and Elana Jordaan.

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Kolskote vir Jacques Cilliers en Koos Hartzenberg RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

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Jacques Cilliers en Koos Hartzenberg het ses medaljes tydens die British Junior International in Engeland ingepalm.

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portskiet is nie vir almal beskore nie, maar wanneer Koos Hartzenberg en Jacques Cilliers, graad 11-leerders van Hoërskool Pietersburg (PHS) na ‘n teiken aanlê, is hulle onstuitbaar. Dit het hulle tydens die pas afgelope British Junior International (BJI) wat vanaf 2 tot 13 Augustus in Engeland gehou is, bewys toe hulle ses individuele en spanmedaljes ingeoes het. Koos verwerf vier individuele silwer medaljes, terwyl beide ook ‘n goue en bronsmedalje vir hul prestasie in spanverband ontvang. Beide het sedert die begin van die jaar hul oog op die BJI gehad en tydens ‘n uitdunrondte wat in Johannesburg gehou is, na die finale uitdunne in Bloemfontein deurgedring waar hulle een na die ander kolskote op die teikens afgevuur het. “Die kompetisie in Engeland verskil soos dag en nag van die tipe kompetisies wat ons aanbied. Ons het ons koppe hoog gehou en was vasberade dat die Pommies ons nie gaan onderkry nie,” is hul dit eens. Koos verduidelik dat toeskouers doodstil tydens die Suid-Afrikaanse kompetisies toegekyk het. Daarteenoor raas en skreeu die toeskouers in Engeland en selfs ‘n vuvuzela word nou en dan uitgepluk om hul gunstelingskut te ondersteun. “Dit het ons nie afgesit nie. Ons is dit nie gewoond nie, maar het harder gekonsentreer en onsself van die geraas afgeskakel,” sê Koos wat sedert graad 9 aan skiet as skolesport deelneem en van

kindsbeen af gewere saam met sy pa hanteer en gereeld jag. Vir Jacques is skiet ook nie iets nuuts nie. “Ek neem sedert graad 7 aan sportskiet deel en geniet elke oomblik daarvan. Visvang was my eerste groot liefde, maar toe my pa ‘n geweer in my hande stop het die gogga my gebyt en is daar nou geen keer aan my nie,” sê hy. Beide se pa’s rig hulle af om die fynere tegnieke van die sport te leer en die perfekte skoot te kan afvuur. Selfvertroue, selfversekerdheid, selfbeheersing, nederigheid en die vermoë om kalm te wees en jou asemhaling te kan reguleer is eienskappe van ‘n goeie skut, volgens Koos en Jacques. “Dit is ‘n sport waar konsentrasie uiters belangrik is. En sou jy ‘n swak skoot skiet, is kwaad word die laaste ding wat dit gaan beter maak. Jou kop moet skoon wees as jy ‘n skietbaan betree. Daar moet niks in jou gedagtes behalwe skiet wees nie,” sê Koos wat luggeweerskiet vir eers wil eenkant toe skuif en op .22-skiet fokus. Hy reken daar is nie vorderingsgeleenthede in luggeweerskiet nie en sy visier is nou om in ‘n klas deel te neem waar hy homself kan opwerk om sy droom van deelname aan die wêreldspele te verwesenlik. Jacques mik ook hoër as luggeweerskiet en beoog om eersdaags sy pa se haelgeweer nader te trek. Beide is lede van die Bosveld Jagters- en Wildbewaringsvereniging (BJV) en oefen byna daagliks om hul korrel te behou. “Dit verg baie tyd en ons akademie lei daaronder daarom moet beide van ons ekstra tyd vir akademie insit. Ons oefen soms van 15:00 tot 19:00 en skiet honderde rondtes uit.”

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