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he news of the expected final departure of the national intervention team in terms of a memorandum determining the lifting of administrative rule signed with national government Monday morning is probably the most welcome gift

the people of Limpopo could have received this time of year. Three years and two weeks ago five provincial departments were placed under administration. Earlier this year section 100(1)(b) constitutional rule was lifted when administration of the affected departments migrated to partial rule. To page 2

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and his top leadership structure were unanimously affirmed at around midnight on Sunday. Speaking from Bloemfontein on Sunday, EFF Provincial Leader Michael Mathebe referred to a united, incidentfree assembly which he described as one of the best he ever attended. According to him 857 delegates

made up the Limpopo delegation. He alluded to Malema’s address to an estimated 2 600 delegates from all nine provinces talking to, among others, preparations for the 2016 local government elections, branches to be launched before the end of 2015, membership having to be renewed and more members to be recruited.

Admin team to finally go From page 1 Yesterday at about noon Provincial Government spokesperson Phuti Seloba stated in a media release that the signing of the memorandum effectively returned the powers of the Members of the Executive Council (MECs) and heads of the affected departments, pending ratification by the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) early in 2015. According to Seloba the administrators were expected to furnish Premier Stan Mathabatha with a hand-over report early in the new year. Seloba continued stating the provincial government was committed to ensuring that Limpopo remained stable and progressive and that they would never get back to where they were prior to 5 December 2011. At the same time there is even more reason to celebrate as the audit outcomes of Limpopo municipalities for the 2013/14 financial year have shown much improvement, simultaneously spelling a slight improvement for Polokwane Municipality. The institution managed to elevate itself from disclaimers of the past by obtaining a qualified opinion. The audit outcomes that were released last Friday showed a huge improvement compared to last year with more than half of the audited institutions obtaining unqualified opinions with findings. Even if one municipality was not getting an unqualified opinion it remained a concern but they were still celebrating those who performed well, reckoned South African Local Government Association (Salga) Provincial Executive Officer Thapelo Matlala who discussed the results with Polokwane Observer last week. Of the 33 audits conducted, those of 30 entities were finalised. They included Greater Tzaneen Economic Development Agency,

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Polokwane Housing Association and Sekhukhune Development Agency, which received unqualified opinions with findings. Disclaimers were the writing on the wall for Vhembe District Municipality as well as Ba-Phalaborwa, Ephraim Mogale, Fetakgomo, Thabazimbi and Tubatse Municipalities. Apart from Polokwane Municipality those with qualified audit opinions are Elias Motsoaledi, Greater Giyani, Greater Letaba, LepelleNkumpi, Modimolle, Molemole, Mookgophong and Mutale Municipalities. Unqualified with findings was the outcome for Capricorn, Sekhukhune and Waterberg District Municipalities as well as the municipalities of Bela-Bela, Blouberg, Lephalale, Makhado, Makhudutamaga, Maruleng, Mogalakwena, Musina and Thulamela. The audits of Mopani District Municipality as well as Greater Tzaneen and Aganang Municipalities were not yet finalised due to unresolved issues between the Auditor-General (AG) and the institutions and in the case of the latter a strike that would have impacted on submission of documentation by the due date, according to Matlala. It was, however, reliably learnt that unresolved quality issues questioned by the AG impacted on the finalisation of the audits of Mopani District and Greater Tzaneen Municipalities. Matlala further referred to last year’s worrisome situation and said they have noted a steady improvement in affairs. Salga was confident local government in the province was on the right path, that it was maturing and would build public confidence, he added. “For us this is a great stride in ensuring there is accountability and the public purse is used in a responsible way,” he remarked. However, the six entities with disclaimers remained a concern, he stressed. It seemed like a tall order, but the ideal was for all municipalities to get an unqualified opinion, Matlala reckoned. He highlighted the shining examples that called for celebration, like Capricorn and Sekhukhune District Municipalities and Makhado Municipality. According to Matlala the right people with appropriate qualifications in positions started bearing fruit. He stressed that leadership and the roles played by mayors were important in audit outcomes and that improved cooperation through consultation with the AG assisted a great deal the past year. Matlala further explained that Salga was conducting a thorough analysis of the outcomes to identify problem areas which they intended addressing during the hosting of the annual Finance Week in the beginning of the year. In this regard he mentioned general accounting standards and asset management remaining challenges, he said. Going forward consistency in maintaining unqualified audit outcomes was important and improving the audit outcomes for those who did not perform well would be the focal area of work for Salga through the Municipal Audit Support Programme (MASP), he indicated. He concluded saying they congratulated and appreciated the achievements of the performers and that others should learn from the examples. It was learnt that the outcomes were regarded as a huge improvement in general, despite a lot still needing to be done. Perceived intervention by Mathabatha as well as consequences in cases of poor performance surely played a part, an independent source conceded. The fact that accounting officers did not want to accept negative outcomes was a good sign, it was added. “Overall it seemed record keeping and control have improved, which is positive.”

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>> Drie wou glo sigarettrok roof >> Voetgangers soek skuiling toe skote klap RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com

oetgangers en werknemers van besighede in Gen Joubertstraat tussen Suiden Rabestrate moes Verlede Donderdag inderhaas skuiling soek toe insittendes van twee voertuie tydens ‘n wilde jaagtog op mekaar losgebrand het. Die Polokwane polisie kon die voorval waartydens verskeie skote deur vermeende rowers en ‘n lid van ‘n plaaslike sekuriteitsmaatskappy op mekaar gevuur is, nie bevestig nie. Terwyl sommige skuiling gesoek en ander verbaas bly staan het om die toneel te aanskou, het dapperes en nuuskieriges hulle te voet tot in die oop veld langs Sterkloopspruit gehaas. Die veld grens aan Kerk-, Gen Joubert- en Rabéstrate. Volgens omstanders moes sommige voetgangers, wat gewoonlik kortpad deur die veld na hul onderskeie werksplekke neem,

duikrolle doen om uit die pad van die twee voortsnellende voertuie te kom. Polokwane Observer het op die toneel verneem dat daar vermoedelik drie verdagtes in ’n die voertuig was wat deur die sekuriteitsbeampte in ’n bakkie agterna gesit is. Toe die voertuig die veld inry het een verdagte in ‘n poging om te ontsnap uit die voertuig gespring, maar is deur die sekuriteitsbeampte vasgetrek. Hy is geboei en agter op ’n bakkie aangehou. Toe nuuskieriges die toneel begin oorstroom is die aangekeerde van die perseel verwyder. Hy is vermoedelik te voet na die nabygeleë Polokwane Polisiestasie geneem. ‘n Nooddienswerker op die toneel sê volgens gerugte het ‘n mislukte rooftog van ‘n vragmotor wat blykbaar sigarette vervoer tot die insident gelei. “Na wat verneem word het die sekuriteitsbeampte vermoedelik die rooftog naby die Peter Mokaba Stadion sien plaasvind waarna die jaagtog deur die stad se strate begin het,” sê hy.

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Ons groet 2014 Nog ‘n jaar het verbygevlieg en Polokwane vir Sirkulasie of algemeen bekend as die ABC) maar ook in terme van koerantgObserver kyk terug op ‘n besige nuusjaar rootte (bladsynommers en (bladsye 21 tot 25) wat die advertensievo-lumes). week met ons laaste uitgawe Dit is alles moontlik afgesluit word. gemaak deur lesers wat die Die koerant, wat vanjaar koerant met die aanbieding ook sy tiende bestaansjaar van alle vorme van nuus gevier het, het in 2014 vertrou en adverteerders wat ongekende groei beleef ten wesenlike resultate kry uit spyte van die ekonomie wat hul investering in die koop in ‘n afwaartse spiraal is. van advertensiesruimte. Polokwane Observer het Ons salueer ons lesers en egter voortgebou op die uitadverteerders wat Polokbreiding van sy merksegment wane Observer vanjaar en beklee tans die onbetwiste onbetwisbaar die markleier nommer 1-posisie in die gemaak het. gemeenskapkoerantsektor Ons kantore heropen op in Polokwane en omliggende Maandag, 12 Januarie. gebiede. Geseënde Kersfees en Nie alleen in terme van voorspoed vir 2015. die koerant wat die meeste Willie Esterhuysen, Beste wense gelees word nie (soos geser- besturende direkteur/ Willie Esterhuysen en tifiseer in die vierde kwartaal Managing Director span vanjaar deur die Ouditburo Polokwane Observer

We greet 2014 Another year has sped past and Polokwane Observer looks back on a busy news year (pp 21 to 25) which we conclude with this week’s edition. The paper celebrated its 10th birthday in 2014, a year in which we experienced unprecedented growth despite a downward spiralling economy. Polokwane Observer continued to expand its market segment and at present is the undisputed leader in the community paper sector in Polokwane and surrounds. Not only in terms of readership as verified by the Audit Bureau of Circulations of South Africa (ABC) in the fourth quarter but also in terms of size (number of

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ews of Miss South Africa Rolene Strauss being crowned Miss World 2014 on Sunday was met by a bevy of Limpopo beauty queens who were as jubilant as their fellow-countrymen about the achievement, the first in four decades. Miss Limpopo 2015, Mosiah Tau expressed pride in Strauss and feels that she gave hope to South African beauties who dream of similar

Municipalities urged to get the basics right HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za The Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (Coghsta) held a Provincial Local Government Summit last week with the aim of finding goals to improve the functionality of municipalities to better serve communities by getting the basics right and avoid further poor audit outcomes. During the meeting it was established that the challenges facing municipalities include collapse in core municipal infrastructure services in some communities; slow or inadequate response to services delivery challenges; social distance by public representatives; the viability of certain municipalities; inappropriately skilled personnel and their incorrect placement; fraud and corruption and poor audit outcomes. Premier Stan Mathabatha in his address said he can never understand the working or the thinking of a municipality that fails to deliver its books on time for audit by the Auditor General. “There can never be justification for failing to account on how public resources have been spent. At times these failures appear deliberate” Mathabatha said. Commenting on the 2012/2013 Local Government Audit Outcomes, Mathabatha quoted the Auditor -General to have said: “There has been an overall regression in the audit outcomes of local government due to auditees’ late submission or non submission of financial statements. We had not finalised the audits of seven auditees, Sekhukhune District Municipality, Mopani District Municipality, Greater Giyani Municipality, Greater Tzaneen Municipality, and Molemole Municipality”. Mathabatha said he hoped that the situation in these local government institutions had improved with the 2013/14 submissions, otherwise the necessary consequences must follow relevant persons. “We simply cannot be seen failing our people with impunity. The truth is that this failure to account supplemented with the negative reports of misuses of public finances erode public confidence in local governance,” he stressed and added that such failure eroded public confidence and gave birth to antagonistic relationships between municipalities and the communities The Premier also said municipalities must hire people qualified to do the job in order to deal with the challenges at local municipalities. “Our cry cannot be justified if we go around hiring nurses to perform the function of supply chain practitioners. The truth is that there is no one who imposes staff on municipalities, municipalities have unlimited freedom to hire staff in accordance with their skills demands.” The summit was attended by members of the Executive Council, executive mayors, local mayors, chief whips, speakers, traditional leaders, heads of departments, municipal managers and officials from sector departments.

achievements. Former Miss Limpopo 2014, Kholofelo Lekganyane, says that Strauss is going to show the world what South Africa is really made of and brought our country on the map. “Strauss opened a path for us and gave me hope to also attend Miss World one day. She is so young and sacrificed many things and had achieved many things already,” said Lekganyane. Matlakala Bopape, Chairperson of the Miss Limpopo Trust, believes that Strauss gave hope and courage to Miss Limpopo and Miss

Limpopo Teen and that she is a inspiration for many people. Katryn Barwise, Miss Humanity International 2014 and former Miss Limpopo, had firsthand experience as to what it takes to stand out on stage, let alone when competing against the world’s best. “I believe Strauss is a worthy winner as she has the passion to change lives and she is destined to do great things, Strauss has the power now and support from the whole world to change millions of live,” said Barwise. In a press release issued by Sun International, who presents Strauss, stated on Sunday

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that South Africa was a very proud country when Strauss was crowned Miss World. An ecstatic Strauss beat 124 contestants from around the globe at Miss World and justified the faith thousands of South Africans had in her winning the prestigious title. She was quoted saying she was both proud and humbled to have won and that her dreams had become reality. “My country is my pride and my purpose has and will always lie within it.” Strauss is the first Miss South Africa title holder to wear the crown since Anneline Kriel’s reign in 1974.

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f Eskom’s load-shedding operations put an end to that tasty meal you have been preparing, look no further than Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) at The Farmyard for immediate relief for those hunger pangs as they have a generator on stand-by in case of an electricity failure. The KFC at The Farmyard will be the only outlet out of the nine operating in Polokwane that will have an emergency generator. The Managing Director for KFC at The Farmyard, Tim Bourdillon announced that they will be able to provide a continued service to their valuable customers during load-shedding as they have a standby generator situated on the premises. “Customers can still buy their favourite KFC meals at the Farmyard branch even if the city is in darkness,” Bourdillon said on Friday. So if you are caught unaware during load-shedding, take advantage of the KFC Farmyard drive-thru service to take care of the family meal. KFC are also offering a delicious 21-piece Festive Bucket that is available at all outlets from 18 November to 5 January. Purchase 21 pieces of delicious-tasting original recipe chicken packed in KFC’s unique 2014 Festive Bucket and stand a chance to win a share of R3 million worth of R100 Edgars gift cards. The Festive Season is a special time of the year when families come together to be with their loved ones and the KFC Festive Bucket is sure to bring the necessary cheer. Visit any of the nine KFC outlets in Polokwane to purchase a Festive Bucket and stand the chance of being awarded with an additional prize. All KFC outlets in the city will be closed on Christmas Day.

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Rowers in blou kaap vragmotor RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com ‘n Vragmotorbestuurder en sy assistent se dagtaak as afleweraars vir ‘n plaaslike verspreidingsmaatskappy het Donderdag in ‘n nagmerrie ontaard toe ‘n klaarblyklik roetine-ondersoek deur vier polisiebeamptes in ‘n rooftog ontaard het. Die naam van die maatskappy sowel as werknemers word uit vrees vir moontlike verdere rooftogte weerhou. Die drywer en sy assistent het in Hoedspruit aflewerings gedoen toe hulle net buite die dorp op pad na Tzaneen deur twee mans in polisieuniform afgetrek is. “Ek het dadelik vermoed iets is verkeerd en gevra waar hul diensvoertuig is. Een het na ‘n wit Volkswagen Polo langs die pad gewys waarin nog twee mans in uniform gesit het. Die ander een het toe gesê hy wil my lisensie sien en die trok deursoek. Hulle het die deure

skielik oopgeruk en ingeklim,” sê die drywer. Hy vertel verder hoe die een beweerde rower die vragmotor bestuur het terwyl ‘n pistool heeltyd op hom en sy assistent gerig was. “Ons het iewers op ‘n grondpad afgedraai, ‘n ent gery en gestop. Die mans in die Polo het agterna gery. Toe ons stop het hulle geld en selfone van ons geëis,” sê hy. Die twee werknemers se persoonlike besittings, insluitende selfone, en ‘n onbekende bedrag is daarna na bewering buit gemaak en die beweerde rowers het hulle self aan die voorraad in die vragmotor gehelp. “Hulle het gesê ons moet in die veld in hardloop anders gaan hulle ons doodmaak. Terwyl ons gehardloop het is ’n skoot afgevuur en ek het platgeval,” sê die drywer. Tzaneen-polisiewoordvoerder, Moatshe Ngoepe het Vrydag gesê hy is bewus van die voorval, maar kon tot en met druktyd nie verder daaroor uitbrei nie.

Three cops in dock for corruption, armed robbery RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Barely a week after a task team led by National Police Commissioner Riah Phiyega succeeded in arresting 19 Police officials in connection with trading of illegal cigarettes, Limpopo Police made another breakthrough in the apprehension of two Police officers for alleged corruption and another for suspected armed robbery. Richard Mawasha and Simon Kutumela appeared in the Seshego Magistrate’s Court on charges of fraud and defeating the ends of justice were granted bail of R1 000 each and will appear again on 5 January while armed robbery accused Mpho Malatjie appeared

in the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court on the same day and his case was remanded to 18 December while remaining in custody. According to Provincial Police Spokesperson Hangwani Mulaudzi, Mawasha and Kutumela allegedly defrauded a resident by making him pay R15 000 and R5 000 during seperate incidents to clear his criminal record which was originally clean. Regarding Malatjie, Mulaudzi explained that the member allegedly robbed the cashiers of a fuel station in Onder Street on Tuesday. When the complainant of the fuel station reported the case at the Police station moments later he found Malatjie behind the desk. He was immediately arrested.

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Eight suspected drug dealers arrested RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Seven of eight suspected drug dealers were remanded in custody following their appearance in the Bela-Bela Magistrate’s Court on Thursday. Steve Hlongwane, Jan Hlongwane, Bernard Matlaila, David Mabetwa, Julius Aphiri, Micheal Manamela and George Khoza were detained while Mahlatsi Aphiri was released on warning. They will appear in court again on 22 December. A multi disciplinary operation led by Provincial Commissioner Fannie Masemola together with the Crime Intelligence Unit, Tactical Response Team (TRT), Hawks and K9 Unit has resulted in the arrest of the eight suspects who were allegedly found in possession of nyaope and heroin worth more than R100 000 early last Wednesday.

Provincial Police Spokesperson Hangwani Mulaudzi confirmed that R24 000 in cash were also found while, a pistol with 25 rounds of live ammunition, handcuffs and three handgun holsters were also found in possession of one of the suspects, an alleged former Police officer from Krugersdorp. “Police also recovered an axe and two butcher knives as well as various types of capsules which are believed to be some of the ingredients used to manufacture nyaope,” Mulaudzi said, adding that a laptop, counterfeit DVDs and CDs plus a colour printer were also confiscated. “We meant it when we said we will be out in full force the Festive Season. Drugs are very problematic and Bela-Bela has been saturated with nyaope which prompted us to clean the area to ensure that we cut the supply during the Festive Season,” Masemola is quoted to have said.

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Godfrey Ntsieni, a University of Venda student suspected of murder, attempted murder, robbery, rape, kidnapping and assault will appear in the Thohoyandou Magistrate’s Court again on Friday to proceed with his bail application. The case was postponed last Wednesday after Ntsieni’s attorney was not available to continue with the proceedings. It is alleged that he killed two women and two children, aged eight and nine, in separate incidents earlier this year. Ntsieni has been charged on four counts of murder, one of attempted murder, five of rape, three of aggravated robbery and three charges of kidnapping. He was arrested in July after the body of Brenda Ndove was found on 18 July in the vicinity of the university’s administration block. She is suspected to have been stabbed to death and personal items belonging to her had been stolen. Her cell phone was found in the suspect’s possession. Ntsieni was also reportedly found in possession of the identification card and cell phone of Sandy Thagisa who was assaulted and robbed in May and a hairpin belonging to a murdered woman whose body

was found on the university premises in March. The bodies of the two minor girls were also found near the university. They are believed to have been kidnapped from school. It is reported that the nine-year-old girl’s body was found at Golgotha Village in April while the eight-year-old girl’s body was found close to the university campus in June. Both were allegedly raped before being strangled to death.

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The Limpopo Gambling Board has warned business owners facilitating illegal gambling not to be surprised if their premises get raided soon. Gambling Board Senior Manager for Law Enforcement, Philly Masogo said: “We have gained a lot of information on a local shop where illegal gambling activities are taking place daily. This place will soon be surprised by a visit from us,” he said. “Despite the unlawful aspect of illegal gambling, owners of such venues defraud especially elderly people by convincing them to use all of their money to try their luck in a never-winning game,” Masogo said. He added that the investigation is in process and they intend pouncing on the suspect soon.

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Acting Director Transportation Services at Polokwane Municipality, Mpumi Khumalo presents the technical plans and intended outcomes of the Polokwane Integrated Rapid Public Transport System (IRPTS) last Wednesday.

The municipality’s Smart Transport Vision forms part of the 2030 Smart City Vision and is geared towards providing residents from the city and outlying areas, easy access to reliable and affordable public transport with a view reducing the number of vehicles in the central business district. Although yet to be named, infrastructure development for the R2,1 billion Polokwane Integrated Rapid Public Transport System (IRPTS) has already commenced with the widening of Nelson

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he collective movement for a reliable rapid public transport system to be implemented by Polokwane Municipality by 2020 gained further momentum when the Acting Director of Transportation Services, Mpumi Khumalo gave an insightful presentation of the details of the envisioned project at a media briefing last Wednesday.

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Mandela Drive towards Seshego as part of phase 1 for the project. Polokwane has been identified by national government as one of 13 cities in the country in need of an IRPTS to serve the fast-growing urban population of approximately 630 000. The large number of rural settlements served by buses and taxis were also taken into consideration. During her presentation last Wednesday, Khumalo said the city’s IRPTS will be implemented in four phases, starting with phase 1 that will serve communities in a radius of 20 km from the city centre. Once completed, the IRPTS will serve communities in a 60 km radius from the central business district in Polokwane, according to Khumalo. “It is envisaged that once the IRPTS is in full operation, commuters will have a maximum waiting period of ten minutes during peak time and half-an-hour during off-peak periods,” Khumalo said during her presentation. R199 million has already been spent in the 2013/14 financial year to get the project started with another R200 million budgeted for the 2014/15 financial year. The technical operational plan has been approved by Council and will be updated annually as well as the full Non Motorised Transport (NMT) master plan for the entire city showing the network, policies and by-laws. The business and financial plan has also been approved by Council and market surveys for Flora Park and Westenburg completed in accordance with the Municipal Systems Act, Section 78(1) and endorsed by Council. One of the major challenges identified is the equitable partnership with the existing transport industry and the municipality is busy with continued engagement

with the affected operators. Speaking at the media briefing last Wednesday the Executive Mayor of Polokwane, Thembi Nkadimeng said the IRPTS does impact on the taxi industry and after eight month of discussions with the industry they are beginning to find common ground. She added after a November meeting overseen by an independent facilitator to address issues of mutual concern a memorandum of understanding is expected to be signed early in the new year. “The IRPTS will provide a major facelift in terms of road infrastructure in the inner city and the main beneficiaries will be the people of Polokwane. Members of the local community will also benefit from the employment opportunities that will be available during the construction phase,” Nkadimeng explained. The representative for the taxi industry, Solly Ledwaba said talks with the municipality regarding the IRPTS are still at a sensitive stage and various key issues must still be addressed including the industry’s maximum stake in the project. Ledwaba highlighted that the taxi industry is currently responsible for the transport of approximately 67% of the country’s workforce and that job losses due to the envisioned IRPTS is a matter of grave concern to the taxi industry. Despite the initial reservations on the IRPTS by a number of stakeholders, the effective implementation of the project has the potential to relieve traffic congestion in the inner city and provide the majority of residents in and around Polokwane with an efficient, reliable and affordable transport system in the years to come.

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The two broad development themes are economic transformation, including infrastructure and workplace conflict reduction and improving service delivery with the key focus on access to and quality of services and local government capacity to deliver them. All spheres of government and state-owned companies are expected to focus their strategic plans on achieving MTSF outcomes. In that way local government hopes to achieve policy coherence, alignment and coordination with government plans as well as alignment with budgeting processes. Fanta, Sprite or Stoney Assorted 2 Litre

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>> All spheres of government and state-owned companies expected to focus strategic plans on achieving Medium Term Strategic Framework outcomes

uring his address to the delegates that attended the Limpopo Development Plan (LDP) summit meeting last Tuesday, Premier Stanley Mathabatha said the LDP is the province’s five-year master plan. “The main essence of this plan is to reduce poverty, fight unemployment and reduce the unacceptable levels of inequality,” the Premier said in his opening address. The draft document of the LDP for the five-year period 2015 to 2019 that was discussed by the delegates that attended the summit on Tuesday contained 14 strategic outcomes that must be reached. Aligned to the National Development Plan (NDP), the LDP’s strategic outcomes are to improve the lives of all the citizens of Limpopo in terms of quality basic education, a long and healthy life, the safety of all citizens, decent employment through inclusive growth, a skilled and capable workforce, competitive economic infrastructure, comprehensive rural development, human settlement development, developmental local government, environmental protection, regional integration, a developmental public service, an inclusive social protection system and social cohesion. The Medium Term Strategic Framework (MTSF) for 2015 to 2019 reflects the action plan for the NDP and the new growth path for the first five-year implementation period thereof. Development objectives are classified into two broad development themes and the 14 strategic outcomes, each with its own targets and indicators.

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The Office of the Premier has confirmed receipt of a letter by the Greater Tubatse Residents Association (GTRA) demanding investigation into the Greater Tubatse Municipality for allegedly hitherto leaving unattended issues raised by the association earlier this year. The same letter was sent to the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (Coghsta) although receipt thereof could not be established. A memorandum dated 15 August 2014 and signed by GTRA Chairperson Morewane Sekhukhune clearly stated that the association is disgusted in the manner in which the municipality operates and is convinced of the existence of corruption, maladministration, mismanagement as well as irregular and fruitless expenditure within the municipality. Sekhukhune, in a letter to Premier Stan Mathabatha and Coghsta MEC Makoma Makhurupetje, addressed the municipality’s alleged failure to deliver basic services such as water and electricity which repeatedly results in violent protests, burning of tyres and closing of roads. The municipality is also accused of noncompliance to legislative government. “The Auditor General’s report of the 2012/13 financial year contained an adverse opinion. The report outlined irregularities in the municipality and also recommended action against then acting Municipal Manager Adelaide Manyepao,” the letter read. Sekhukhune also referred to an allegation raised in the memoranda of an official with a criminal record who was appointed in a director’s position despite Coghsta’s advice on the irregular appointment. On fruitless and wasteful expenditure the letter read: “There is fruitless and wasteful expenditure which is caused by non-compliance on the secondment of certain staff members whose secondment has expired. They have to go back to their original posts because their secondments have expired to avoid fruitless expenditure.” It is also alleged that a traffic superintendent appointed at Greater Tubatse Municipality has a criminal record. Premier’s Spokesperson Kenny Mathivha said the allegation will be investigated and addressed in due course through a process of constitutional structures.

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Matlakala Bopape, Chairperson of the Miss Limpopo Trust, third from right, with Tshego Monyepao (Miss Teen Limpopo First Princess), Kholofelo Lekganjane (Miss Limpopo 2014), Andile Neluvhalani (Miss Teen Limpopo 2015), Mosiah Tau (Miss Limpopo 2015), and Zelmari Bacher (Miss Limpopo First Princess).

As we approach another Festive Season, with all the joy, excitement and merriment Seda management and staff are delighted to wish you a very happy season and incoming year filled with peace, joy, productivity and prosperity. Your support during 2014 helped us on the journey to fulfil our mission is to develop, support and “INTEGRATING ALL which SUPPORT SERVICES TO BENEFIT promote small enterprises; to ensure their growth THE ENTREPRENEURS” and sustainability. The eventWe will thank have presentations and exhibitions which will focus on the following: >> Big plans for the girls and all Seda stakeholders for their support and endorsement of our efforts and we pledge to next competition •Monday the 4 October 2010 – Agriculture and Tourism work more closely by ensuring thebuilding small,and me•Tuesday the 5 October 2010 – Seta’s, Accreditation,that capacity career advice >> Involving the community dium micro enterprises are wellTransport developed •Wednesday theand 6 October 2010 – Construction, Mining, , Safetyand and Security •Thursday the 7 October 2010 – Franchise, Manufacturing, Media and Communication LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK supported. >>leandri.observer@gmail.com •Friday the 7 October 2010 – Access to finance OUR OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED FROM 24 DECEMBER 2014 TO 5 JANUARY 2015 ewly crowned Miss Limpopo and Miss

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Limpopo Teen and their princesses had a briefing meeting with Matlakala Bopape, Chairperson of the Miss Limpopo Trust at House of Asante on Friday. Bopape has big plans for the girls as well as the next pageant. During the meeting the girls were informed of what is expected of them for their year ahead. They were also given House of Asante vouchers. Among the matters the beauties were

briefed about what is expected of a role model; how to manage celebrity status; be a ambassador for the title and the province; how to deal with the media, handle a road show as well as charity and fundraising events and invitations. Bopape intends injecting new life and energy into the competition with a lot of new ideas and community involvement. Her plans include launching a fashion show for boys and girls. Models for this event would be cast early next year. She also intends running a swimwear competition where local talent can design swimwear for Miss Limpopo as well as a people’s choice and prediction of winners component with prize money to be won. Bopape confirmed that entries for the 2016 Miss Limpopo/Miss Limpopo Teen contest would open in May.

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alian Salif Keita, master of West African rhythms and credited as one of the founders of the Afro-pop genre gave an unforgettable live performance during the tenth Mapungubwe Jazz Festival at Polokwane cricket grounds on Saturday. Keita, in only his second appearance at the annual festival, enthralled the audience with songs like Wamba, Soro, Sina, Souareba and the crowd favourite, Africa. Mokgadi Taukobong came all the way from Lenyenye in the Tzaneen area to see Keita live. “He is one of my favourite African artists. I grew up listening to his music which I find to be soothing and distinct. I hope he comes back next year,” she said. Also on the menu were Budaza from Lesotho and legendry South African Jazz maestros Jonas Gwangwa, Jimmy Dludlu, Selaelo Selota, Hugh Masekela and Afro Pop sensation Ringo Madlingozi.

Premier Stan Mathabatha welcomed the audience and said the event was one of the biggest and best and that they hope to stage another big one next year. Sport, Arts and Culture MEC Nandi Ndalane said they hoped the music revellers enjoyed the festival. “It was a good turnout; all the artists performed and we hope to see them again next year,” she said.

South African Legendry jazz maestro Hugh Masekela performs his hit song Thanayi.

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4 tot 31 Desember >> Die Polokwane Kinder- en Gesinsorgvereniging bied die jaarlikse Feesliggies vir Families-projek op hul terrein in Jorissenstraat 42A aan. Die publiek word genooi om elke aand vanaf 19:00 tot 21:00 op die gras te kom piekniek hou. Toegang is gratis en donasies is welkom. Besighede en instansies is welkom om hul afsluitingsgesellighede daar te hou. Lorette Bosch: 015 297 3326. 31 Desember >> Qwin Qwa Rula bied vanaf 18:00 ‘n Oujaars-mandjiesdans aan vir 50 p.p. Kom geniet die aand saam met vriende en familie om braaivleisvure en musiek. Bring jou eie verversings, vleis en eetgerei.Jy kan selfs jou tent, matrass en beddegoed saambring en teen geen ekstra kostes oorslaap. Louise Venter: 083 244 4483 of 081 492 7015.

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Jonas Gwangwa during his performance at the Mapungubwe Jazz Festival.

Salif Keita joined by Polokwane Municipal Manager Connie Mametja and MEC for Sport, Arts and Culture Nandi Ndalani after his performance.

THESE BIDS ARE SUBJECT TO THE, PREFERENTIAL PROCUREMENT POLICY FRAMEWORK ACT AND THE PREFERENTIAL PROCUREMENT REGULATIONS, 2011, AND THE GENERAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT (GCC) AND, IF APPLICABLE, ANY OTHER SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF CONTRACT. Bid No

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EM135/2014 Appointment of service provider R300. 00 30 Days 90/10 Price – 90 for excavation of mass grave in BBBEE -10 preparation for graves in Polokwane Municipality wide cemeteries for a period of three (03) years Appointment of service provider to R300.00 30 Days 80/20 provide chemical and VIP mobile Price – 80 toilets at Polokwane cemeterBBBEE -20 EM136/2014 ies, parks and open spaces for a period of three (03) years

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The Municipality shall adjudicate and award bids in accordance with the B-BBEE Status Level of Contribution on an 80/20 point system, 80 points will be allocated for price and 20 points will be allocated for BBBEE Level of Contribution and on 90/10 point system, 90 points for the price and 10 points for BBBEE Level of Contribution. Bids documents containing the Conditions of Bid and other requirements in terms of the Supply Chain Management Policy will be available for collection as from 12 December 2014 at the Polokwane Municipality - Cnr. Landdros Mare and Bodenstein streets, Civic Centre - Supply Chain Management Office, Ground Floor (left of the security reception) - Polokwane. Prior to collection of the bid documents, payment should be made at the Rates Hall which opens from 08:00 to 15:00 weekly from Monday to Friday. Bidders who do not attend compulsory site briefing will be disqualified. No late, faxed or telephonic bids will be accepted. Bids will remain valid for a period of ninety (90) days. The Council reserves the right to negotiate further conditions of the bid and other requirements of the bid with the successful bidder. Furthermore, Council is not compelled to accept the lowest or any bid. Completed bids documents, fully priced, fully signed, fully initialed on all pages and original documents attached must be submitted sealed in an envelope marked: “Bid Name, Bid Number and Bid Description” should be deposited in the Tender Box at the Polokwane Municipality - Cnr. Landross Mare and Bodenstein Streets, Civic Centre - Supply Chain Management Office, Ground Floor (Left hand side of the security reception) – Polokwane on or before the closing date. N.B: No bids will be considered from persons in the service of the State (As defined in Regulation 1 of the Local Government: Municipal Supply Chain Management Regulations). Mrs. T.C MAMETJA MUNICIPAL MANAGER

“Kindly allow me to express my utter disappointment of the recent coverage of a story that is very close to me personally. Not so long ago, Ga-Rena Rental villagers took to the streets of Ladanna to demonstrate their anger and frustration towards the Polokwane Housing Association (PHA) and its corrupt system. Initially, one was delighted that local media sniffed and located the violent strike of the residents who were also briefed to allow media to do its work should they see it fit to report. Little did we know that the media in attendance would as usual go for the simple and biased story of the main speaker who in this case was our very misguided Executive Mayor Thembi Nkdimeng. She came and swept critical issues under the carpet or blatantly undermined themone wonders if she knows how the outcomes will impact our lives. She sounded very misinformed about the activities that had been happening in the rental complex. Unfortunately, local journalists only recognised her version of events and did not include the view of affected residents to ensure objectivity and fairness. In the following days, I monitored newspapers hoping to see coverage on the issue but was again disappointed. Most of the journalists reported the mayor word for word. You would swear they copied her voice and made it text. I noted with concern that most chose an angle that would favour the municipality if not the mayor as usual. The mayor raised one point, “We are going to start with the evictions of those who no longer earn the required salaries” as if that was the main issue. That is what most media chose, but allow me to reflect my appreciation and give thanks to the ever observing and attentive Polokwane Observer journalist RC Myburgh who without fear nor favour, reported on the matter as it is. This man risked all he had on the day of the strike as he walked all over within the angry residents, trying to cover every detail and angle. This led to him writing the most powerful story which may be to the detriment of others of course. I personally thought that such reporting could revive the almost dead state of journalism in our city. Most journalists run away from telling the real story either because they do not want to offend the premier, mayor or government. I know this, having been in the industry myself for over a decade. As an editor I would find myself writing some of the so called scary stories because journalists of today have done away with the spirit and ethic of no fear or favour reporting. I take my hat off to RC who simply told the story of Ga-Rena as it is. He may have left out a point or two but did not distort the information. Let me go as far as arguing that we need RC to review some journalistic skills to remind his media friends how reporting is done. To the editor of the Polokwane Observer, we thank you for teaching your team such strong values, after all, you have a remarkable reputation of good reporting yourself. Bravo! Kudos! Stephen Mbedzi

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UL hosts Pan African Universities Debating Championships HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za he University of Limpopo Debating Society (ULDS) proudly hosted the 2014 seventh Pan African Universities Debate Championships (PAUDC), dubbed Kgorong2.0 last week. PAUDC, which was initiated in 2008, as an annual debate tournament for African universities, attracts hundreds of students to debate on a variety of issues plaguing the African continent. Participants from across the continent have competed in public speaking and debate. Debating teams from Universities in Zimbabwe, Lesotho, Mozambique, Nigeria, Ghana and Namibia challenged

the University of KwaZulu-Natal, University of the Witwatersrand, Tshwane University of Technology, University of Limpopo and University of the Free State in a number of eliminating rounds since 4 December. The success of this tournament comes after ULDS have successfully played hosts to the 17th annual Southern African National Debate Championships, named Kgorong in 2012. The debating team of the University of Botswana (UB) which was the closing opposition, was crowned the winners of the 7th PAUDC on Thursday evening when they defeated the team of the University of Cape Town (UCT) in the final debate. The topic for the final debate was: “This house regrets the recent Kim Kardashian photo shoot” referring to American actress Kim Kardashian’s posting of nude photos of herself on the internet. The winning team opposed the topic saying they don’t regret the posting as Kardashian, by doing so, broke down the sexual ideology perceived by many Africans. “We dont regret the photo post-

ing at all because woman have a right to express themselves,” UB team member Boemo Phirimane said. His team mate, Humphrey Obose said they are excited to have won the championship. “We have won many debating competitions but this is one of our best victories ever. We will do our best to defend the title next year,” Obose said. Blessing Mpofu, the tournament Convenor at UL said they were grateful to have been chosen to host the tournament this year. “We extend our humble to the Pan African Universities Debating Council for awarding us the opportunity to coordinate the gathering of Africa’s young intellectuals. It was a good championship. We congratulate the University of Botswana for winning the title and wish them all the best in defending their title next year in Ghana.” Samuel Muleya from Midlands State in Zimbabwe was elected as Chairperson of the Pan African Universities Debating team and he also took the title Second Public Speaker of the Tournament. UCT’s Yashodhan Nair from University

was named Best Speaker of the Tournament while Antonio Asinyo from the University of Ghana won the Best Adjudicator for Public Speaking Award. Michelle Groenewald from North West University was named Best Overall Adjudicator. The winners received prices sponsored by Telkom and Eduloan. The PAUDC is an annual debating tournament for bona fide students, both graduate and undergraduate, registered with universities on the African continent. The inaugural tournament was held in Gaborone, Botswana and Tswane University of technology is the only other South African university to have hosted the event.

>> University of Botswana defeats UCT to take the title >> Gathering of Africa’s young intellectuals at UL PHOTO: HERBERT RACHUENE

Mokgadi Mkhonza, Dean of Student a UL graced the event.

Noluthando Yeni, Deputy Chairperson of the Pan African Universities Debating Championship addresses the participants.

Ntombizodwa Sekobela, Manager Student Life and Governance at UL (left) hands over the trophy to University of Botswana debating team members, Boemo Phirimane and Humphrey Obose.

ULDS Local Organising Committee for Kgorong 2.0.

Samuel Muleya from Midands State University in Zimbabwe is congratulated by Chief Adjudicator Shawn Malatjie for being named the Second Public Speaker of the Tournament.

Michelle Groenewald from North West University was named Best Overall Adjudicator of the tournament.

Antonio Asinyo from the University of Ghana with his trophy as Best Adjudicator for Public Speaking Award.

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Yashodhan Nair from University of Cape Town was named Best Speaker of the Tournament.

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in ‘n neutedop 2014 in a nutshell >> Die afgelope twaalf maande het ‘n oorvloed van nuus, opwinding, prestasies, hartseer en menslike emosie opgelewer wat deur Polokwane Observer se nuusspan gedokumenteer is.

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Cheers to Class of 2013

Party for Premier

Premier Stan Mathabatha, amid the positivity and cheer characterising Limpopo’s best matric results since 1994, is confident that there is room for improvement.

Premier Stan Mathabatha celebrated his 57th birthday two days prior. Premier Stan Mathabatha celebrates his birthday in the company of staff at his offices.

>> The past year was jam-packed with events, excitement, achievements, heartache and human emotion captured by Polokwane Observer’s news team.

13 February Stad verval, verset wink

Belastingbetalers hou die algemene verval van Polokwane as ‘n eens vooruitstrewende groeisentrum na ‘n derdewêreldse nedersetting met arendsoë dop terwyl hul geduld opraak met die toenemende onbeholpenheid en onvermoë van munisipale raadslede en amptenare om die stad progressief te bestuur.

Developer turns to Public Protector over Motor City Limpopo’s Top Matriculant for 2013, Richiewell Ndou from Tshivhase Secondary School with his new Toyota Etios sponsored by Limpopo Toyota. On his left is Mr Gordon Ferns, Dealer Principal for Limpopo Toyota and the MEC for Education, Ms Dikeledi Magadzi.

Shocking R12 million electricity bill Polokwane Municipality’s billing system always creates margin for error and was described as reason why a local resident and business owner received a whopping municipal bill of almost R13 million.

Plaaslike brandweerdienste stort in duie Die gebrek aan opgeleide personeel, verouderde toerusting en swak reaksietyd van die plaaslike brandweerdienste stel nie net lewens in gevaar nie, maar veroorsaak ook dat inwoners hul vertroue in die diens verloor.

Local business wins electricity account battle in court

The shocking bill.

Toppresteerder behaal 8 onderskeidings Nadine Meiring is die topstudent in die Capricorn-distrik en die twintigste beste graad 12-leerder in die provinsie met onderskeidings in Afrikaans, Engels, lewensoriëntering, wiskunde, wiskunde 3, lewenswetenskappe, fisiese wetenskappe en rekeningkunde. Nadine Meiring

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Polokwane Municipality could face further court action after a landmark victory in the Polokwane Regional Court by Fast Tools (Pty) Ltd regarding excessive electricity billing and the illegal disconnection of their electricity by the municipality at the end of 2013. Mayor intervenes at billing departmentScores of annoyed residents who lined up in the hope of getting their inaccurate municipal bills sorted out at the Polokwane Municipality came face to face with Executive Mayor Freddy Greaver who had decided to spend a day in the billing department.

Huispryse om Floraparkdam daal as gevolg van wangedrag en misdaad. Die gevolge van laatnag partytjies, onsedelikheid en kriminele aktiwiteite, waaronder dwelmhandel is groter as bloot die ooglopende fisiese gevare wat die ontspanningsgebied vir inwoners inhou.

Xerox king back to face the music The erstwhile king of office automation in Limpopo, Jacques Nell, was expected to make his first court appearance after his arrest for alleged fraud. Jacques Nell.

All eyes on African National Congress leadership All attention is fixed on Limpopo African National Congress (ANC) Chairperson Stan Mathabatha and his newly elected provincial executive who had just been handed the baton during an elective conference of the ruling party. ANC Provincial Chairperson Stan Mathabatha.

20 January The DHL Stormers score a try in the dying moments of the match to defeat the Vodacom Bulls 26-19 in the Super 15 warm-up match at the new Peter Mokaba Stadium in front of approximately 15 000 spectators.

6 February Knives out for union boss

The Provincial Secretary of the South African Policing Union (Sapu) is suspecting a plot aimed at allegedly eliminating him raised during a recent meeting held by provincial Police officers who are disgruntled over media reports on conduct of the Limpopo Police published by Polokwane Observer.

Hoof vas na tref-en-trap

‘n Skoolhoof van Mankweng verskyn in die hof op aanklagte van dronkbestuur en dwarsboming van die gereg nadat hy na bewering ‘n sekondêre ongeluk veroorsaak en ‘n leerder doodgery het.

Skielike dood van Chantelle skok

Vier polisielede en ‘n trokbestuurder sterf toe die vrag aan boord van ‘n swaar voertuig op die N1 Suid naby Polokwane ontplof.

Noordelikes verteenwoordig Lim in Cell C-beker

20 February

Waterpype wat daagliks in en buite die stad bars is ‘n algemene gesig wat inwoners vuur laat spoeg.

Approximately 15 000 learners who eagerly wanted to start a new school years were shown the door due to schools in Limpopo not being able to accommodate them.

Lazaros Tshikovhi, a 23-year-old from the Vhembe district in Limpopo made history when he became the first person from the province to participate in a leg of the 40 000 mile long Clipper Round the World Yacht Race. The aim of the Clipper Race is to develop young community leaders of the future and the ambassadors will also raise international awareness and funds for the Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital through their participation in the race.

Onheil broei by Floraparkdam

Polokwane is one of 13 cities identified countrywide for an Integrated Rapid Public Transport System to be implemented in due course.

Thousands stranded

Vhembe resident takes on ocean

‘n Gebarste waterpyp in die strate van die stad.

Meer as 400 waterpype bars sedert Januarie

DHL Stormers beat Vodacom Bulls at Peter Mokaba

6 Maart

Nagmerrie toe trok met plofstof op N1 ontplof

Rapid public transport system for city

1 February

The former Polokwane businessman spent the weekend in prison awaiting a bail application

Chantelle van Staden, wat lank teen diabetes geveg het, sterf drie weke nadat ‘n spinnekop haar gebyt het. Chantelle van Staden.

Since its earlier stages the proposed R45 million development has been a matter of concern and controversy, to such an extent that one angry developer intends turning to Public Protector Thuli Madonsela to investigate alleged unlawful activities.

30 January

Jacques Nell still behind bars

Die BB Truck & Tractor Noordlike Rugbyklub (Noordelikes) het die provinsie in die Cell C Gemeenskapbeker kompetisie verteenwoordig. Noordelikes was saam met Centurion Rugbyklub, Brakpan Rugbyklub, Boksburg Rugbyklub en Roses United Rugbyklub van die Boland in Groep C geloot. Limpopo se kampioenspan kon nie deurdring na die volgende rondte van die kompetisie nie.

13 Maart All not so well, says AG Polokwane Municipality receives a damning disclaimer. As if being under constant fire for non-service delivery does not pose ample burden to the institution, it now faces an added spell of doom and gloom after a predicted disclaimer was confirmed by an AG report following an audit into affairs of the previous financial year.

Annual Baobab Classic once again a huge success A wet course playing a bit longer than usual at Polokwane Golf Club failed to dampen the spirits of the full field of 144 golfers that participated in the event.

27 February Deep blue DA wave hits Limpopo Thousands of Democratic Alliance (DA) congregated for the launch of the party’s national elections manifesto.

DA Leader Hellen Zille on stage in Polokwane.

Action on the course at the Baobab Classic.

Polokwane Observer

Desember 18, 2014

in ‘n neutedop 2014 in a nutshell 20 Maart MEC’s head on block While Sport, Arts and Culture MEC Mirriam Ramadwa’s mind is most likely set on the anticipated smooth running of the R4,5 million Mapungubwe Festival at Polokwane venues, her stature is being dented by assertions of alleged tribal divide, interference in managerial affairs and meddling in legal matters within her department.

Early morning car chase A normally quiet morning turned into a dramatic event for a dutiful traffic official who was almost assaulted and had his car smashed by an alleged drunken driver who tried to outrace the swift hand of the law.

Honour for Lim Limpopo’s Matlala Mokoko from Sekhukhune was crowned second princess in the Miss South Africa 2014 competition at Sun City. Limpopo beauty Matlala Mokoko.

11 April PHS open eie Astro-hokkiebaan

8 May Elections 2014 Amid reports of turmoil in isolated hotspots hotspots, months of great anticipation came to an end when millions of South Africans went to the polls to cast their votes in the fifth general elections since the dawn of democracy a day before.

10 April Mokaba protest Protest action by a group of artists angered over the exclusion of local performers from the line-up of the three-day Peter Mokaba Tribute Concert added to a barrage of questions arising from an evident haphazard multi-million Rand tribute hosting in honour of the former ANC Youth League leader.

Die Astro-hokkiebaan by Hoërskool Pietersburg is amptelik op 11 April geopen om die eerste fasiliteit van sy soort in Limpopo te word. Willie Schoeman, hoof van Hoërskool Pietersburg het die borge, ouers, skoolbeheerligaam en almal wat bygedra het met die konstruksie van die Astro-hokkiebaan bedank om ‘n vyfjaar droom die werklikheid te maak.

17 April Ethnic rage

Dissatisfied officials of the Department of Health and Social Development suspected to be affiliated to the National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union have raised alarm on so-called ethnic cleansing allegedly perpetrated by a clique of senior departmental officials.

The suspect after the chase.

27 Maart R4,5 million fest a disaster

Then Health and Social Development MEC Letsatsi Duba.

In the midst of questions being raised over millions spent on a seemingly unsuccessful Mapungubwe Festival, Polokwane residents are fuming over noise levels rising from weekend music performances that continued till the wee morning hours of Sunday and Monday.

Baby found in box Newborn finds care at Ngwana House

Groot gejuig oor astro-hokkiebaan

Jacques Nell granted bail An urgent bail application before the Limpopo High Court has resulted in Jacques Nell being released from prison.

3 April Land grab on city edge Armed with spades and vuvuzelas a community threatened with a display of force reminiscent of the Marikana blood bath in the case of Police attempting to prevent them from wilfully claiming adjacent municipal and private land on the outskirts of Polokwane.

Protest action at the gates to the old Peter Mokabaa Stadium.

Unoccupied land remains under siege Unoccupied land on the outskirts of Polokwane remains under siege as land grabbers converged on a stretch of undeveloped property some 5 km outside the city on the road to Mokgwadi.

Easter weekend pilgrimage Millions flock to Limpopo for weekend gatherings at Moria.

Pietersburg Hoërskool stel hul splinternuwe Astro-baan van R4 miljoen bekend.

24 April Tragedie eis sterkman Pieter Theron verdrink in ‘n fratsongeluk tydens ‘n uitstappie na die Olifantsrivier. Pieter Theron.

Lights out for local military base

Residents at Karee Military Base have been in the dark for four days after alleged cable issues caused the facility to be without electricity.

Basiese dienstariewe styg met tot 7% Ondanks die feit dat Polokwane munisipaliteit treurige dienste lewer, styg tariewe vir water, sanitasie en elektrisiteit vanaf 1 Julie met ongeveer 7% en vullisverwyderingstariewe met ongeveer 6%.

15 May Hot seats secured Provincial elections results have brought changes to Limpopo’s political landscape and the emergence of a force the ruling party never had to reckon with before.

More schools report textbook shortages As the deadline of 6 June looms for the Department of Basic Education and the Limpopo Education Department to deliver in excess of 150 000 outstanding textbooks to 39 schools in the province, reports have filtered through that some schools still have no textbooks with the mid-year examinations fast approaching.

Mayoral Road and Cycle Race a success

1 May Ballot fever A mother and child with equipment for bush clearing.

Elections 2014 is less than a week away and ballot fever is tangibly mounting.

Leerder breindood verklaar na kwadfiets-ongeluk

Motorist jailed for speeding at 206 km/h

Die 15-jarige Wallie Badenhorst van Curro Heuwelkruin is in ‘n bedenklike toestand nadat hy in ‘n ernstige ongeluk met sy kwadfiets betrokke was. Wallie Badenhorst.

Premier Stan Mathabatha casts his vote.

It was straight to jail for a motorist on the N1 just outside Mokopane when he was caught by provincial traffic official for speeding at 206 km/h in a 120 km/h zone in his BMW.

PHS se eerste gholfspan behaal driekuns in skolereeks An aerial shot of Easter traffic.

Hoërskool Pietersburg (PHS) se eerste gholfspan wen vir die derde agtereenvolgende jaar die Tuks-skolereeks.

The annual Mayoral Road and Cycle Race that was held on 19 May at the old Peter Mokaba Stadium received good support from outside Limpopo with many visitors participating in both races for a total of R166 600 in prize money. Although runners and cyclists from outside the province took home the bulk of the money on offer, the proceeds from the race was used for the Mayor’s Bursary Fund and other charities.

December 18, 2014

Polokwane Observer

IN ‘N NEUTEDOP 2014 IN A NUTSHELL 22 May New look Cabinet

Big cat walkabout

An elusive member of the big cat species caused a stir for apparently sauntering into Coca-Cola Fortune’s manufacturing plant in the industrial area along the N1-North.

Re-elected Premier Stan Mathabatha stunned with the announcement of a new-look Provincial Cabinet and restructuring of three provincial departments.

Union demands of administrators to go Apprehension is mounting over the prolonged presence of the intervention team sent to lift Limpopo from its doldrums of financial despair. National Education, Health and Allied Workers’ Union intended action aimed at the five government departments under administration to demand the immediate departure of the intervention team which it maintained overstayed its welcome.

Big challenges for new Scopa chair The big cat takes a walkabout.

Premier Stan Mathabata greets Legislature members Michael Mathebe and Jossey Buthane ahead of proceedings marking the inauguration of members.

Arabian sheikh’s plane detained An aeroplane belonging to a sheikh of the United Arab Emirates arrived in Polokwane minus its important owner but allegedly with bags of trouble in tow.

29 May Fat cats milk Lim A demand for high level intervention is veiled by highly classified contents contained in a document questioning the alleged channelling of Limpopo government funds to entities elsewhere in the country and to supposed indirect benefit to an opposition party leader.

Motor City: Muni Manager faces fraud charge The R45 million Motor City development was dealt another blow when one of the bidders and objectors to this project, Glen Matsaung, opened a case of fraud against Polokwane Municipal Manager Connie Mametja relating to the alleged furnishing of a special power of attorney signed in October 2012 while the application by the developer for the document was seemingly signed five days later.

Outstanding Comrades performance

12 June Heads on the block Stirrings from within ruling party ranks in the province point at a suggested demand for an urgent recall of the most prominent and influential of all of Limpopo’s mayors, a move that could be seen as signifying some of the last of Cassel Mathale’s remnants to go.

Bad roads spoil Kremetart Race Less favourable conditions leading to serious injuries sustained in the PPC KRemetart Road Cycling Race may have scarred Limpopo’s image of a preferred tourism and sports destination.

Comrades win Local long distance runners Martinique Potgieter and Rufus Photo returned home from the annual Comrades Marathon with gold medals.

19 June Rotten Health An intervention plan to bring into operation a very costly but dysfunctional public health information system of an estimated annual expenditure of R40 million and R1,6 billion in law suits due to alleged poor quality public health services rank among the most significant headaches underlined in a document supposed to be incorporated in a presentation to a weekend lekgotla of the ANC in Limpopo.

Rob Tooley gets appointed to the position of chairperson of the Standing Committee on Public Accounts. Rob Tooley.

3 July Hottest seats in the house New executive mayors for Polokwane and Capricorn District. New Executive Mayor of Polokwane, Thembi Nkadimeng in conversation with Polokwane Observer.

Unsettled intervention scores Amid mounting discontent over the drawn out presence of the national intervention team a year after Premier Stan Mathabatha’s arrival in Limpopo the Premier’s perceived attempted acceleration of the exit of the administrators was dealt a blow as Chief Administrator Monde Tom kept Mathabatha and Members of the Executive Council (MECs) waiting in vain for a meeting.

Emotions run high as mayor resigns Emotions were running high in the Council Chamber when Freddy Greaver officially tendered his resignation during a special council meeting.

Top junior golfers visit city

Adlem-egpaar verloor tweede seun in agt maande

Bloedbank-reserwes uitgeput

Ten spyte van tientalle projekte wat die Nasionale Bloeddiens die vorige maand tydens Bloedskenkmaand geloods het, staar die organisasie ‘n enorme krisis in die gesig met minder as tien eenhede bloed in die provinsie en minder as ‘n dag se nasionale voorraad beskikbaar.

17 July SAPS headed for disaster Demands by the South African Policing Union (Sapu) in Limpopo for Provincial Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola to take charge of the structure under his command are drawing attention to the alleged failure to act on warning signs that not all is well with crime combating and management of the provincial service.

Munisipale rekenmeester geskors Polokwane Munisipaliteit is nie bereid om kommentaar te lewer op die skorsing van ‘n rekenmeester in die uitgawe-afdeling nie na die verdwyning van ‘n enorme bedrag van digby R2 miljoen.

Mayor inaugurated Thembi Nkadimeng in her acdeptance speech following her inauguration the previous week emphasised the importance of accelerating the provision of basic services to the community. Polokwane Executive Mayor Thembi Nkadimeng.

24 July Premier speaks on first year in office An exclusive with Premier Stan Mathabatha on the challenges and highlights of his first year in the hot seat.

Presies agt maande nadat ‘n plaaslike egpaar, Willie en Karin Adlem, hul een seun, Warren, in ‘n kwadfietsongeluk aan die dood afgestaan het, sterf hul tweede oudste seun, Johndré, weens ‘n beroerte.

26 June ANC knife cuts deep Considering that Limpopo is one of the smaller provinces in South Africa, the provinces Comrades Marathon runners produced outstanding performances in the 89th edition of the world renowned Comrades Marathon on 1 June. Three men from Limpopo finished in the top ten in the Men’s race and a woman from the province was also among the top ten in the Women’s race for the first time in Limpopo’s history of the race.

5 Junie

Amid wide reaction to the ANC in Limpopo laying into the local government stratum with a butcher’s knife this week when recalling and redeploying several mayors, speakers and chief whips, Polokwane Executive Mayor Freddy Greaver has apparently informed the ruling party of his intention to resign.

Ouers verloor seun in motorfietsongeluk Oud-leerder van HTS Tom Naudé ,Tommie Dorey, sterf toe die motorfiets waarmee hy in Marshallstraat gery het deur twee motors getref word.

Dagga cakes on field trip

Disciplinary action is taken against 14 learners from Pepps College outside Polokwane after dagga cakes were allegedly distributed and consumed during a trip undertaken by learners of the school.

The Polokwane Golf Club was the proud host of the Nomads South African Boys u.17 Stroke Play Championship during the first week of July. A large contingent of junior golfers and their families visited Polokwane for the duration of the tournament, with 16-year-old Dylan Naidoo from Modderfontein Golf Club winning by one shot after four rounds of scintillating golf by the country’s top junior golfers.

10 July

Mathabatha’s magic wand

Health bonus debacle

The province may soon take a bow in a flimsy party dress when swapping a patched, moth-eaten cloak and well-worn boots for a brand new feathered extravagance and stylish pumps. That is if Premier Stan Mathabatha has the Limpopo tango his way.

Union pressure and national health department intervention have led to the establishment of a task team to decide on the allocation of R20 million in backdated performance bonuses payable to thousands of hopeful departmental employees.

Tommie Dorey.

Premier Stan Mathabatha during an exclusive with Polokwane Observer.

Matriekleerder sterf in soveelste motor fietsongeluk ‘n Leerder van HTS Tom Naudé, JJ van Rooyen, sterf in ‘n motorfiefsongeluk. JJ van Rooyen.

31 Julie No total recall Although champagne corks would have been the appropriate accompaniment to the announcement on the transition of the administrators’ intervention in five departments, it did not warrant the celebration of a total recall for some.

Polokwane Observer

Desember 18, 2014

in ‘n neutedop 2014 in a nutshell 31 Julie Vuiste klap tussen spelers, ouers na rasvoorval in skolerugbyfinaal ‘n Speler van Hoërskool Frikkie Meyer het na bewering herhaaldelik die gewraakte k-woord teenoor ‘n swart speler van Hoërskool Pietersburg kwytgeraak. Laasgenoemde het sy opponent gemaan om hom van rasistiese optrede te weerhou. Kort na die eindfluitjie geblaas het, het ‘n vuisoorlog in die kleine tussen spelers en ouers uitgebreek.

Geliefde leerkrag laat groot leemte Susan Geyer, beminde onderwyser van Laerskool Pietersburg-Oos, sterf aan ‘n hartaanval.

7 August Red alert Considering the sorry state of affairs the local government sphere has found itself in during the previous financial year it cannot be any other than concerned about bright red warning lights going off in the light of the Auditor-General’s audit outcomes.

Sandrivier so besoedel dat vee vrek

21 August Tragedie tref stad Drie leerders, Nicole Botha, Riané van den Berg en Zander Smith, sterf in afsonderlike voorvalle. Nicole is dood in ‘n motorbotsing op die Mokgwadi-pad, Riané het haar eie lewe geneem en Zander is dood in ‘n fratsongeluk by ‘n windpomp op die familie se plaas.

Amok by dagsorgsentrum

‘n Vrou wat reeds die vorige maand onder haar pa se sorg geplaas is nadat sy na bewering helder oordag in die teenwoordigheid van kleuters en mede-opsieners ‘n wapen op haar skoonma by ‘n plaaslike dagsorgsentrum gerig het, het weer amok by dieselfde sentrum gemaak toe sy na bewering haar persoonlike besittings van die perseel wou verwyder.

Katryn takes world crown Local beauty Katryn Barwise returns home with the Miss Humanity International title.

Violence as muni cuts services to Mankweng More than R120 million of Polokwane Municipality’s debt book on basic services is owed by Mankweng residents and when the municipality started cutting services to non-paying residents, a violent uproar erupted with protestors barricading the R71 route with burning tyres and damaging vehicles parked at Paledi Mall.

Hamermonster weer agter tralies Die gevreesde Zimbabwiër wat vir meer as twee jaar inwoners van die stad geteister het en vermoedelik met nege sake van huisbraak en verkragting in die stad verbind word, David Mamvura (ook bekend as die hamermonster) word opnuut in hegtenis geneem. Die verdagte hamermonster, David Mamvura.

11 September Overtime only R49,5 millon 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.

Water sources under attack A perceived threatening ecological disaster possibly arising from the alleged contamination of a lesser water way linking up with some of Limpopo’s most important water sources could result in a criminal charge against the Mogalakwena Municipal Manager.

Ongeluk eis jong meisie

Shootout between cops, robbers

Themaine Delport sterf in ‘n ongeluk op die Bylsteel-pad.

Two suspects in an alleged armed robbery of legal cigarettes appeared in court after a shootout between Police which left two wounded on the Roedtan/Zebediela road just outside Polokwane.

Katryn Barwise.

Themaine Delport.

382 Cyclists compete in annual Lentetrap

Beenmurg uit Duitsland Na ‘n wagtyd van twee en ‘n half jaar vir ‘n geskikte beenmurgskenker vir oud-Tommie leerkrag, Calie van der Walt, daag hoop onverwags uit Duitsland op.

18 Septembe Terwyl Polokwane Munisipaliteit skouers optrek oor die kommerwekkende vlakke van besoedeling in die Sandrivierskema, moet boere toekyk hoe hul vee siek word en vrek.

Most wanted suspect dies in shootout with Police Suspected Mankweng serial rapist Frans Kwetepe Thosago was shot and killed by the Police. Frans Kwetepe Thosago.

Polokwane Observer is 10 jaar oud Polokwane Observer vier sy tiende bestaansjaar met agt spogbladsye waarin ‘n dekade van uitnemendheid uitgebeeld word.

14 August Parkeerplan misluk Polokwane Munisipaliteit sukkel reeds 23 maande om ‘n besluit rondom die moontlike opskorting van die dienste van Servest, die onderneming wat omsien na straatparkering in die sentrale sakekern, te neem.

Jacob Lebogo One of the suspects in the robbery.

Baragwanath heads for Dakar Former Polokwane resident Brian Baragwanath, now living in Pretoria claimed his fifth consecutive victory of the South African National off-road Quad Championship in the Free State to be crowned as the SA champ for the second time. Bragwanath wrapped up the Q1 title with one round to go and has also qualified for the Dakar Rally that will start in Argentina on 3 January 2015.

14 August Horrible mistake

A discontent group of former Disteneng dwellers is in despair over a relocation process that went horribly wrong, seemingly having been mistakenly dumped on private property earmarked for residential purposes when originally moved in November last year.

Mountain biking is considered as one of the fastest growing sports in South Africa and the annual EH Hassim Lentetrap provided ample proof when 382 cyclists participated in the race at the Polokwane Game Reserve. Afterwards, the race organisers expressed their satisfaction with the huge turn-out for the race, with many contestants making the journey all the way from Gauteng to Polokwane to participate in the race.

4 September Transport scandal

Amid all the hype around the shooting at a local hangout that left Boy Mamabolo in a critical condition, a facebook apology attributed to long time Julius Malema ally Jacob Lebogo has sparked widespread reaction. Jacob Lebogo in the dock.

Fire at Disteneng Twenty shacks in Disteneng informal settlement are partially gutted in a fire of which the origin was unknown.

An alarming R944,797 million for overtime to Department of Transport officials was cause for concern expected to feature in a member’s statement when Democratic Alliance (DA) Provincial Leader Jacques intended raising pertinent questions in the Legislature.

Meedoënlose panga-aanval met geloof oorleef Sophia Botha oorleef ‘n aanval op ‘n plaas buite Vivo.

Rental row over little Hillbrow

Firemen on the scene at Disteneng.

A rental row over two apartment blocks in the bustling neighbourhood of Ladanna resembles a war of attempts to call in the big guns, protracted legal action and threatening eviction between tens of tenants and, among others, a business entity linked to a senior ANC leader.

r 25 Septembe HQ of ANC under siege

Gemeente gaan groot met kombersprojek Lede van die Hervormde Gemeente Welgelegen Pietersburg mik vir ‘n wêreldrekord met die brei van ‘n reuse kombers.

in dock

David Mbombi, representative of the community of ex-Disteneng dwellers.

Sophia Botha.

Clear signs of spiralling revolt are stirrings anticipated to lead to a possible take-over of provincial ruling party headquarters if requests for assistance by former Umkhonto we Sizwe (MK) members are not met.

December 18, 2014

Polokwane Observer

IN ‘N NEUTEDOP 2014 IN A NUTSHELL r 25 Septembe Ontwikkeling van hotel skop af

Byna vyf jaar nadat planne vir die oprigting van ‘n hotel langs Polokwane Gholfklub skuins oorkant die ou Peter Mokabastadion goedgekeur is, neem voorbereidings van die terrein ‘n aanvang.

2 Oktober

Muni, boere oorweeg regstappe

Grootskaalse skade word aangerig toe kleinhoewes en plase in die Palmietfontein-omgewing vernietig is in ‘n brand wat versprei het nadat stakende werkers van Silicon Smelters vermoedelik hope houtsplinters op die perseel aan die brand gesteek het.

Jaarlikse Kansa Relay for Life-veldtog Familielede en geliefdes van diegene wat aan kanker gesterf het en daarteen ‘n stryd voer kom by die ou Peter Mokaba-stadion byeen vir die sewende Relay for Life-veldtog wat opnuut inwoners van die stad verenig.

Former HOD up for R79 million Ex-Head of the Department of Education, Benny Boshielo appears in court on charges of tender fraud of R70 million relating to a mobile classroom project dating back to February and March 2010. Benny Boshielo.

Ingryping geëis in rade se R617 miljoen skuld vir krag, water Die DA in Limpopo eis dringende ingryping in die geldsake van plaaslike munisipaliteite in reaksie op antwoorde van die lid van die uitvoerende raad vir samewerkende regering, menslike hervestiging en tradisionale sake op vrae oor uitstaande betalings van meer as R600 miljoen vir elektrisiteit en water aan die verskaffers van noodsaaklike dienste in die provinsie.

Limpopo artists got hot under the proverbial collar over failure by the Department of Sport, Arts and Culture and other government entities to participate in the first annual Limpopo Music Workshop. Ondersteuners en kankerlyers tydens die jaarlike Relay For Life-veldtog in Polokwane.

18 October First woman to become SA Rally Champion

The manner in which a case of possession of presumably stolen propeorty agains a high ranking officer in the Provincial Police was handled has raised eyebrows and had become a matter of concern to several of his colleagues.

16 Oktober Unrest, fire and turmoil Renewed unrest ensues at Mankweng while tension brews closer to home could spark similar violent action in defiance of alleged nepotism by a local councillor seemingly central to a project affecting the community of Extension 73.

Unrest unfolds at Mankweng.

6 November Wrede aanval

Magda en Andrew Smit word in hul huis in Welgelegen deur vyf gewapende mans aangeval, gemartel en beroof. Magda en Andrew Smit na die aanval.

Cosatu to act if Premier, Exco ignore demands

9 Oktober

High-ranking officer in dock

A local developer, Glen Matsaung, intends obtaining an interdict to halt the multi-million Rand Motor City development in Ster Park.

Anger over alleged neglect of artists

A damper was placed on the usual jubilant sounds of the Limpopo Youth Orchestra when one of its members, Daniel Modiba, drowned in Dakar.

Sex, crime and rubble were merely a few factors contributing to the frustrations of Penina Park residents who rose in unison against a state of affairs that had seemingly impacted on their well-being the past few years.

Looming interdict

The site for the proposed Motor City development.

Tragedy strikes Youth Orchestra in Senegal

It’s war

30 October

The Castrol Team Toyota Yaris of Leroy Poulter and Elvéne Coetzee clinched the South African National Rally Championship title at the Polokwane Rally in October with one round still left in the championship. Coetzee was elated after winning the title to become the first female in the 54 year history of SA Rally Championship to be crowned as champion.

23 October Ruled by rot A widowed mother of six was among a host of Luthuli Park residents who raised alarm over a land crisis in sections of the settlement that led to the institution of a Public Protector investigation.

Skandes by reserwemag-perseel Inwoners rondom die perseel in Ladanna wat aan Regiment Christiaan Beyers behoort het genoeg gehad van besoekers se onsedelike gedrag en oorverdowende musiek tydens naweekpartytjies.

Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) in Limpopo threatened with rolling mass action calling for the resignation of Premier Stan Mathabatha and his Executive Council (Exco) if failing to address the 31 demands contained in memoranda passed on to the provincial government during an earlier mass march. Cosatu Provincial Secretary Gerald Twala who led the march.

Despair over water crisis Just as some residents exhaled again after the brunt of load shedding they were confronted with warnings of the city’s water supply being under strain.

13 November Dwindling on edge An AG management report of close to 600 pages shedding light on questionable business tactics demonstrated by the Department of Education during the 2013/14 financial year came as a shocker considering that the department was under administration during the review period.

Beach volleyball come to the city

Ouers skuld skole miljoene

Skole in die stad is kniediep in die skuld nadat ouers vir maande nie tot skoolfondse bydra nie.

20 Novembe Light the matches The only thing that seemingly stood between outraged residents of Extension 73 and long threatening unrest five days earlier was the striking of a match. Community members of Extension 73 await feedback on their demands amid threats of unrest.

Hamermonster op rits klagte vasgetrek Die vermeende hamermonster,David Mamvura, word positief met 15 aanklagte van verkragting, roof, aanranding en poging tot moord verbind.

27 November Ticket scam at stadium

Revelations of an alleged scam centring around the suspected sale of complimentary tickets for sporting events at the new Peter Mokaba Stadium were bound to rock Polokwane as the South African Municipal Workers’ Union (Samwu) in Limpopo intended presenting national law enforcers with evidence in that regard.

Sisters’ ordeal at hands of monster Two siblings share their experiences during attacks allegedly perpetrated by the feared hammer monster.

4 Desember Geweld bederf naglewe

Polokwane se sosiale naglewe word lank nie meer as gesellig beskryf nie en ‘n plaaslike platejoggie getuig van geweld by uithangplekke nadat hy deur ‘n groep jong verdagtes aangeval is.

Catch 22 – Lim in limbo An astounding 1 095 days later and still Limpopo was In limbo as far as partial administrative intervention was concerned.

11 Desember Crippling crisis

Local business is preparing for the worst case scenario in terms of management of a crippling electricity crisis is the country is still reeling with the far reaching repercussions of load shedding the past week.

Principal assaulted over report A case of malicious damage to property and common assault was opened against the mother of a toddler by the principal of Eminence Montessori after an incident over the child’s report card.

Limpopo’s beauties crowned Mosiah Tau gets crowned as Miss Limpopo 2015. Her first and second princesses are Zelmari Bacher and Ivy Mabunda. Mosiah Tau with her princesses, Zelmari Bacher and Ivy Mabunda.

Polokwane residents got their first taste of exciting beach volleyball action when the Flying Fish Beach Volleyball Series visited the Mall of the North in November. It was the first time that the series was held in Limpopo and the parking area on the northern side of the mall resembled a true beach atmosphere.

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December 18, 2014 >> Page 26

Ms Leslie Venter

Business: We Brand It What made you choose this career? >> My line of work is very interesting and I like to interact with people Which factors put you ahead in the industry? >> Excellent service, meeting strict deadlines and always delivering quality products to clients How do you live out your passion for your career? >> I am hard working, always give my utmost best and enjoy delivering good service

Sakevrou met groot hart LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com ‘n Eienaar van ‘n plaaslike onderneming, Lindie Booyzen, het verlede Woensdag Kersgeskenke vir 25 kinders by die Ivydale Shelters afgelewer. Booyzen het besluit dat sy vir Kersfees vir die kinders speelgoed, klere en lekkergoed wil

gee. Vriende en familie het haar gehelp om die droom wat sy gehad het, om iets vir die kinders te gee, te laat realiseer. Opgewonde kinders het in spanning gewag om hulle geskenke oop te maak, die gesiggies het van dankbaarheid getuig en daar is onmiddellik ondersoek ingestel toe hulle die geskenke ontvang. Booyzen sê baie mense aanvaar alles is van selfsprekend en besef nie hoe bevoorreg hulle werklik is nie. Sy het die uitdaging aangepak omdat sy iets vir die gemeenskap wou doen. “Ons waardeer wat Lindie vir ons gedoen het en sê baie dankie vir haar, ons sou dit nie self kon doen om Kersfees vir die kinders geskenke te koop nie,” sê Melissa Horn ‘n inwoner van die Ivydale Shelters. Botes daag ander klein ondernemings uit om ook soortgelyke projekte aan te pak en ‘n verskil in ander se lewens te maak. Foto’s: Leandri van Schalkwyk

Lindie Booyzen deel saam met haar dogter, Nikita Booyzen, geskenke uit.

Beware the buyer who arrives alone

It’s not unusual for a buyer to view a home more than once before making a decision. However, sellers need to be aware that there are so called buyers who are far more interested in pinching the family silver than actually purchasing a home and who will use the buying excuse in order to gain access to a property. While it’s a given that sellers have to let virtual strangers into their homes, this doesn’t mean that they should throw caution to the wind by allowing just anyone into the property – even those who have been introduced by an estate agent. Suspicious behaviour On the other hand, the behaviour of a buyer who off his own bat returns a day or two later and asks to take another look at the home should be regarded as highly suspicious. He should not be allowed inside the property for a second time, regardless of the reasons given. Time is money for agents and they generally vet all buyers to ensure that they can afford the property before they leave the office. However, mistakes do happen, lies are told and as such, there have been instances where a buyer is not what he seems at first blush. Con artists are generally charming people and it’s easy to understand how a seller could be duped into allowing a smooth talking crook into their home. Here are a few pointers to help sellers protect their assets: • For Sale boards outside homes can attract

the wrong sort. Under no circumstances should a seller allow anyone who was just passing into their homes. If someone wants to view the property, they must phone the agent concerned and set up an appointment. • Sellers are going to be handing a sizeable commission over to the agent who sells their home and as such, agents are more than willing to accompany a buyer to a property whenever necessary. All buyers, regardless of how many times they have viewed the home, should be accompanied by an estate agent on each and every visit. • Contact the agent immediately if a buyer attempts to view the home on his own. This type of action not only protects you as the seller, it also alerts the agent that something may be amiss and allows them to warn other sellers and agents that the buyer may not be on the level. • Sellers should always lock valuables away before allowing buyers into their homes. Not every potential buyer is a thief, but there does appear to be an increase in this sort of crime. • The days of allowing just anyone into your property are over. Keep your wits about you, regardless of the urgency of the sale, make sure you deal with a reputable estate agent and don’t allow yourself to be sweettalked into allowing the wrong sort inside your home.

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The speakers at the Businesswomen’s Association of South Africa’s (Bwasa) social gathering last week, Ntsikwane Raphesu, Leah Matlala, Seipati Tlaka and Mullicent Kgoele with Chairperson Princess Tsakane Nkambule.

Businesswomen gather around cheese and wine RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com The Businesswomen Association of South Africa (Bwasa) in Polokwane concluded the year with the hosting of an exciting cheese and wine evening at a local lodge on Wednesday evening. Bwasa members were sent off into the Festive Season with powerful words from

several motivational speakers whose vision it was to motivate guests to excel despite their difficult past. All the speakers were women, despite their difficult past that made it to the top and became successful businesswomen. The guests afterwards enjoyed a variety of cheese and wine, creating the perfect opportunity to exchange ideas and interact about business with other members.

Moolman Group donates R230 000 in stationery RC Myburgh >>rc.observer@gmail.com The Moolman Group spread the Christmas cheer with their Bags Full of Love project which involves learners from local schools assisting in creating Festive Season décor at some of the group’s shopping centres. The Bags Full of Love initiative intends fostering stronger relationships between the respective shopping centres and their surrounding communities. The project not only gives back to the community in the form of financial support and donated stationery but encourages participation in the activities of the respective malls, according to the groups’ Chief Executive Officer, Pieter Lombaard. The project, started in 2012, has grown

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Desiré Conradie, Principal of Polokwane English Medium Primary School accepts a cheque of R20 000 from Moolman Group Chief Executive Officer, Pieter Lombaard.

from involving three schools and a single shopping centre to the present 12 schools and six shopping centres. Each school is supplied with white, paper shopping bags and a variety of stationery to decorate the bags with. Once done the schools may keep the stationery to use as they see fit. The decorated bags are displayed in shopping centres as part of the festive décor. Each participating school may, in addition, submit a list of items needed to make their dayto-day tasks easier. The proposed value of the wish list is R20 000 per school over and above the donated stationery, bringing the total Moolman Group contribution to R230 000. The centres participating in this year’s Bags Full of Love promotion are Seshego Circle Centre, Magalies View Centre, Groblersdal Game Centre, KG Mall and Madelief Centre.

Pieter Lombaard, with Laerskool Pietersburg-Oos educator Annamart Dorfling, left and acting Principal Lizette Olivier who accepted the school’s cheque.

Retail group delights the young this Festive Season

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>> Make a difference this Festive Season >> Festive gifts were delivered to underprivileged children

hristmas is the season of giving and this year South Africa’s largest supermarket group is spreading joy with the Santa Shoebox Project and their gift wrapping services to assist in raising funds for South African charities. All Shoprite and Checkers will, for a nominal fee wrap Christmas for customers from 08 to 24 December thereby raising funds for a good cause. This simple act of kindness makes gifts even more special and adds some festive cheer to the lives of the less fortunate as the money goes to local charities in each store’s vicinity. In-store posters will inform customers where to have presents gift-wrapped and which charities will be supported by the donations. Last year’s festive gift wrapping service in Shoprite, Checkers and Checkers Hyper stores raised over R2,2 million for charities. The Checkers chain this year partnered with the Santa Shoebox Project and launched an innovative way to make a difference this Festive Season. Checkers assisted Santa Shoebox to allow, for the first time ever, 1000 Virtual Boxes to be donated through their website. This enabled foreign donors and donors from outlying areas who don’t live close to any of the Santa Shoebox Drop-Off zones to participate in the Santa Shoebox 2014 campaign by pledging on-line. Checkers undertook the mammoth task of filling the real Santa Shoeboxes with clothing, necessities and other gifts and sending them

Miss Lim talks about being independent RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com Several young women, including Miss Limpopo 2015 finalists attended a young women’s seminar hosted at Sun Meropa recently where Miss Limpopo 2014 Kholofelo Lekganyane and other guest speakers addressed guests on how to be independent. Lekganyane said among the speakers were a female teacher, a Police officer, a psychologist, business personalities and male guest speakers for a clearer understanding on how successful women are seen through a man’s eyes. “The speakers mostly shared their success stories on how they managed to achieve through hard work. Women should learn to do things for themselves and to never give someone the remote of their lives. Women should be so successful that they can be role models and an inspiration to other people,” she said. Miss Limpopo 2013 Sheila Mmutle hosted the seminar with Lekganyane. Other topics discussed during the seminar included being a girl, growing up, dreams come true, business, education and self esteem.

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Guest speakers at the young women’s seminar hosted by Miss Limpopo 2014 Kholofelo Lekganyane .

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off to the Santa Shoebox team to deliver to pupils in six selected schools. What makes Santa Shoebox so unique is that each gift is tailored towards an individually identified child, making the experience much more personal for the donors and children. In total 109 930 festive gifts were delivered to underprivileged children in South Africa and Namibia in 2014 through the Santa Shoebox project. Shoprite Checkers believes in taking an active, responsible inte-rest in the communities around it. With initiatives like these the supermarket group not only strives towards making Christmas merrier with great value products but also through social upliftment in the communities that support them.

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Children of Bo Doorn River Primary in the Worcester region in the Boland could not believe their eyes when the Santa Shoebox team arrived on their doorstep on Friday with 480 of the 1 000 gifts packed by Checkers in the Virtual Shoebox online campaign of the Santa Shoebox project.

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Motors profile>>

December 18, 2014 >> PAGE 28

Solani Mashimbye

Dealership: Westvaal Polokwane What is the biggest challenge in your line of work? Instalments as clients’ expectations remain below average How do you stay at the forefront of the industry? Keeping up to date with buying trends What do prospective clients need to keep in mind when buying a vehicle? Instalments come with quality products

Chevrolet Captiva - a true do-it-all vehicle

>> One of the largest in the SUV class >> The LTZ model offers additional ambience to its interior RC MYBURGH >>rc.observer@gmail.com

f you’re in the market for a vehicle that offers all the comfort you require on city streets and highways yet won’t flinch when you take on a demanding gravel track or dirt road then the Chevrolet Captiva is for you. This purpose-built Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) promises to be a reliable partner every step of the way offering you desirable design, versatility and power. The lowered bumper, chrome grille with the signature Chevrolet Bowtie and the stylish fog lamps add to its striking bold looks. LED tail lamps as well as the redesigned rear twin exhaust pipes add to its sporty outdoor style with stylish alloy wheels that support its powerful frame that exudes pure confidence. The Captiva is a true do-it-all vehicle, charming your affection with its incredible space and comfort for family, yet bold and tough enough

for your wild adventures. Thanks to the quality materials and fit and finish, the Captiva has a truly up-market feel and is equipped to a very high standard to maximise its versatility. It has three rows of modular seating that are as capable of transporting large loads as they are at accommodating up to seven people. The LTZ model offers additional ambience to its interior with door sill ambient lighting as well as ambient footwell lighting. The interior also offers 4-way adjustable seats, Aux-in iPod connection and steering wheel audio control and centre console storage compartments. Flexible seating options mean that the Captiva is versatile. With the third row of seats folded down, there’s up to 769 litre of trunk space and with the second and third rows down it’s a huge 1 577 litre making it one of the largest in the SUV class. Under the sculpted hood, a choice of three powerful engines that boast the latest manual or automatic six-speed transmissions for a powerful, yet smooth ride are available. The Captiva petrol engines feature a number of technological improvements. Amongst them, Variable Valve Timing on the dual overhead cam 2,4 litre ECOTEC petrol model, which helps to deliver a maximum of 190 kW and 288 Nm in just 10,1 seconds.

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The new Chevrolet Captiva’s good looks are a definite plus. The diesel offerings won’t disappoint either. The new turbo-charged 2,2 litre outputs a 135 kW’s and 400 Nm torque. Not only are the diesel units powerful, but they also have CO₂ emissions that fall below taxation thresholds. Safety was also of big concern for the Chevrolet engineers as it boasts six airbags – dual front and side airbags for the driver and front passenger and curtain airbags for the outer rear passengers. Three-point seat belts with belt pre-tensioners not belt tensioners and belt

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force limiters look after those in the front seats, with a passenger warning to ensure everyone is buckled up. Keeping you reassured on the road was also a priority with Traction Control System keeping you planted, the Electronic Stability Control eliminating over and under-steer and a Brake Assist System ready and waiting to reduce braking distances in the event of an emergency. Visit Westvaal Polokwane at 86 Landdros Maré Street or contact them on 015 297 1150.

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Harcourts Bakone

24 Rissik Street, cnr Rissik and Hans van Rensburg, Polokwane T: 015 295 3511 E: bakone@harcourts.co.za W: www.harcourtsbakone.co.za

Stands available in Mahlasedi

Bendor

R3 000 000

It has six spacious bedrooms, four bathrooms, main bedroom (with own en suite shower and bath with walk in-closet), second bedroom for guests also with a full bathroom, third bathroom with bath only and fourth one with shower only. Lovely kitchen with splendid units, TV room, dining, big lounge upstairs, two garages, pool with closed bar area outside, ADT security, two storerooms one next to the garage the other one inside the house, roof tiles, electric fence also there but not used yet, fireplace in the lodge, braai area.

Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Web: NBK8747

592 m² - R179 500 409 m² - R179 500 301 m² - R175 500 316 m² - R177 500 345 m² - R177 500 311 m² - R176 500 288 m² - R173 500

Roodepoort

R4 124 900

Here is a plot with big with a house that consists of four big bedrooms, three bathrooms, three garages, TV room, Dining, Lounge with bar area, study, well maintain kitchen, scullery, pantry, two outside storerooms, outside five roomed flat, two showers, kitchen, lounge, four JoJo tanks, lapa big enough to use as gym or restaurant if you turn this property into lodge.

Building packages available: Choose a shell house or full house (including kitchen units and cupboards in the bedrooms. Price includes: solar geyser, isolation, aluminium windows, tiled roof, electricity connection and plumbing installed. Call our building package specialist Veronica on 084 633 9420.

Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Solomon C: 076 105 6543 Email: solomon.k@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Web: NBK8729

Stands

Thornhill • 400 m² – R360 000 • 416 m² – R379 925 • 419 m² – R330 000

African Jewel

R700 000

This spacious house offers three bedrooms, two bathroom, lounge, dining, single carport and garage. Situated not far from other developments, filling station and Seshego Circle centre. Call to own this one if tired of renting and want to be a home owner. Look no more, here is a perfect place for you and your loved ones.

Solomon C: 076 105 6543 Email: solomon.k@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Bendor

Web: NBK7638

R2 300 000

This three bedroom, three bathroom home is situated in one of the best, well maintained upmarket estates with access control entrance and 24-hour security. The bedrooms all have en suite bathrooms and open onto the balcony and the kitchen is stunningly modern with granite tops and scullery. Bar and Jacuzzi for entertaining friends and family. A must see.

Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Dorp

Web: NBK7654

R1 860 000

This beauty is situated close to the hospital, CBD and all amenities. The main house has four bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, lounge and two garages. Laundry room outside. The living room has a fire place. This property also boosts of a huge lapa with a braai area and a pizza oven and a coal stove. Three flats at the back to help you pay your bond. A bachelor flat with a carport, bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and fitted cupboards. One bedroom flat with bathroom, kitchen and dining room. Two bedroom flat with two bathrooms, a study, new kitchen, patio, garden and double carport.

Sabelo C: 060 678 2163 Email: sabelo.sibanda@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Bendor

Web: NBK8357

R1 827 500

This modern double-storey house has three very spacious bedrooms, two bathrooms, two lounges, dining room, modern kitchen, private lounge, two garages. This stunning house is situated in a highly advanced security complex. Don’t miss out on this house.

Freddy C: 082 692 1698 Email: freddy.maboho@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Web: NBK7535

Ivy Park

R760 000

A nicely positioned home in town. If you seek the pleasure of buying a home and doing nothing more than moving in your personal belongings, then this is the perfect place for you and your family. It offers three bedrooms, two bathrooms, open-plan lounge and dining, modern kitchen, drive- through garage and a laundry area, advanced security system and burglar proofing. Close to a nice park, filling stations and schools.

Solomon C: 076 105 6543 Email: solomon.k@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Dorp

Web: NBK7246

R680 000

This townhouse is perfect for the first time buyer. Two bedrooms,one bathroom, kitchen, lounge and one garage. The price is negotiable so make your move today and secure an appointment with us to go view.

Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Bendor

Web: NBK8237

R4 450 000

Secure and spacious! Open-plan dining room, TV room and lounge – all well-structured with magnificent finishes and chandeliers. Huge veranda to entertain over fifty guests with ease. This house needs to be seen to be believed. Huge main bedroom and an equally elegant bathroom to match. All four bedrooms have doors opening onto the veranda at the back. Dream kitchen with solid wooden cupboards painted in magnificent white. The rest of the more than 2 649 m² is either paved or cover by well-manicured lawn.

Sabelo C: 060 678 2163 Email: sabelo.sibanda@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Web: NBK8335

We at Harcourts Bakone wish you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Seshego

Woodlands • 1019 m² – R651 300 • 818 m² – R600 000 • 830 m² – R670 0000

R550 000

A beautiful family home with three bedrooms, two bathrooms, kitchen, lounge and a garage in Seshego. Taxis and buses for those who commute on a daily basis, schools and preschool around and within Zone 3 section; Shoprite close by for all your urgent grocery needs. Make your move and book an appointment to view.

Solomon C: 076 105 6543 Email: solomon.k@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Web: NBK7636

Seshego

R750 000

This home offers spacious open-plan living spaces and modern kitchen with pantry, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, dining, lounge, alarm, drive-through garage, an outside toilet for visitors when having a braai and the yard at the back is big enough to build separate flats or a lapa with a braai area. Close to shopping complex, schools and public transport.

Moses C: 084 414 2023 Email: moses.moreku@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Bendor

Web: NBK7644

R1 630 000

This prestigious beautifully decorated property is in up marketing boomed off area of Bendor, very spacious, sunny bedrooms, lounge with fireplace, dining area, modern kitchen with granite tops, separate scullery, huge,en suite walk-in closet. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, open-plan lounge, double garage next to Mall of the North and Thornhill shopping centre.

Vincent C: 084 853 0087 Email: vincent.tshuketana@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Web: NBK8256

Rentals Ivy Park Ivy Park

House House

Bendor

Townhouse R6 500

Emdo Park House

R6 500 R5 500

R7 700

Seshego House R3 300 Woodlands Townhouse R5 500 Sipho 082 550 5057 / 084 633 9420 Email: Rentals.bakone@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Veronica C: 084 633 9420 Email: veronica.mohapi@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Dorp

R2 713 000

This property is great for business since its situated in a prime plus area, consist of four bedroom, three bathroom, lounge, dining, three garages, study, laundry room, Extras like two store rooms, alarm system, electric gate, burglars for safe home or business, pantry, one outside toilet, fish pond, Flat with four rooms, four bathrooms and own kitchen. The outside rooms can be used as Doctors consulting room and turn min house in to you home. The stand size is 2904, house 245 sq Meter that can be turn in to commercial and used as a high best Capitalization rate. The garden has a bore hole to maintain it no extra Municipality bills.

Moses C: 084 414 2023 Email: moses.moreku@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Bendor

Web: NBK7246

R1 500 000

Great entertainment area, stunning house with four bedrooms, two bathrooms, open-plan living area, stunning kitchen and a double garage. This modern, cosy and comfortable home next to Mall of the North. Call me to view this beautiful house.

Vincent C: 084 853 0087 Email: vincent.tshuketana@harcourts.co.za Harcourts Bakone

Web: NBK8248

3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms 3 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage 2 Bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 garage 4 Bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 garages 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom 2 Bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1 garage

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Desember 18, 2014

Aïda Polokwane awards agents for excellence

A BIG thank you to all our loyal customers for their support.

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>> Aïda Polokwane awarded their agents for their hard work and dedication during 2013 during an informal gathering at their offices. Excelling agents received certificates or trophies from Principal Anton Hanekom.

Peter Ragophala was named Top Agent (3rd): Registered Commission, Top Agent (2nd): Registered Units and ooba Achiever (2nd): Highest Rand Value.

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Simon Mathebula is Aïda Polokwane’s Agent of the Year, Top agent (2nd): Registered Commission, Top Agent: Registered Commission and ooba Achiever: Highest Rand Value.

Ina Kruger was named Agent of the Year (3rd), Top Agent: Registered Commission and Top Listing Agent (2nd).

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Victor Monyepao was named Top Agent (3rd): Registered Units.

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Anita van Zyl was honoured as Office Coordinator of the Year.

Gretha Alberts is the Top Listing Agent (3rd).

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Generally speaking, children look up to their parents and approach them for advice on matters of importance. Buying a home is one such matter in which parents can play a pivotal role in assisting their children on their path to home ownership. Firstly, it is important to establish why a child wants to purchase a house and whether or not he is being realistic about the property he wants. Purchasing a home because everyone else is and enquiring about a R3 million cluster on a R10 000 salary are clear signs that the child needs guidance. “Buying your first home is a big step and also a very big financial commitment,” Monde Motha, Channel Manager at First National Bank Home Loans said in a press release. “Your child needs to understand that repayments will account for a big chunk of their monthly income, which may mean they aren’t able to afford additional expenses such as studying further or going on trips with friends.” Have a plan Not only is it a big financial commitment, it’s also a long-term commitment – which is why parents should discuss what plans their children have for their future. For instance, are they still planning on travelling and what will happen if they change jobs or relocate elsewhere? “If they don’t have a reasonable plan for at least the next few years, they possibly shouldn’t be committing to a 20 year bond,” Motha said. After establishing need, affordability is the key to home ownership. Carefully go through all the aspects of home ownership that your child may not be aware of including legal costs, bond registration costs, a deposit as well as how they plan to finance their monthly bond costs.

Added expenses It’s also important to teach your child that there are monthly costs over and above the bond. These include household insurance, levies (if applicable), municipal bills, electricity and water, as well as general maintenance. Showing your child your own municipal bills and household budget is a useful way of illustrating these costs. All in, it could well be that your child simply cannot afford to purchase the home they want. Of course there are ways to get around this. You could suggest that your child sets their sights lower or brings in a housemate to help share the costs. You could stand surety, contribute towards a deposit or apply for a joint bond. The benefit of this is that your child should stand a better chance of being granted a bond. The downside is that you will be liable should your child default, which can negatively affect your credit rating too. Advice from a father Private Property’s Chief Marketing Officer Maziar Arsalan also offered the following tips for young buyers on the brink of purchasing their first home: • Don’t take out the maximum bond you can afford – you still need to live, travel and enjoy life while you’re young. • If you do not get the property you want, wait for the next one. There is no such thing as the dream house at all costs. • Do not overestimate the amount of work you can do on a fixer-upper. When it comes to construction and renovation, many have failed as it requires skill and time. • Always factor in another 10 to 15% for additional, unexpected costs. • Shop around for the best possible interest rate. It will pay off over time.

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THE WAY YOU LIKE ME. Ref: 91344185487 Large double-storey thatched beautiful and relaxing family home. Open-plan living area. Sparkling pool. Well positioned, private and secure. Just around the corner from Mall of the North. Ideal for entertainment.

IDEAL FOR THE BEGINNER. Ref: 91344187048 A lock-up-&-go model. Superb finishes. Modern & comfortable home. Low maintenance. Be sure to add this to your viewing list. Call now to view.

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1 LOUWRENS • 082 958 6632

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JaMES • 072 236 7310

IVY DALE • R3 800 000

BODORP • R2 840 000

A RURAL SETTING PLOT IN IVY DALE. Ref: 91334186782 A big plot to the tune of 3.3 hectares. The property is vacant and fenced. Close to all amenities. Develop this land to your own standards. Call today.

THE PERFECT HOME. Ref: 91344186535 Beautiful spacious home on stand of 2 855m². Perfect example of a home for a big happy family. Very good security, workshop, lapa, borehole, irrigation, swimming pool, and beautiful garden. Walking distance from CBD, schools and doctors. Listen to your heart and phone me!

JaCOB • 082 466 8366

VACANT FARM

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Carports

RINa • 082 929 9171

SERALA VILLAGE • R630 000

KORAAL • R725 000

STOP PAYING RENT. Ref: 91344174131 Neat and modern townhouse with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, open-plan kitchen and lounge – nice garden outside.

RETIREMENT HOME. Ref: 91344185789 Lovely unit in retirement village. Peaceful surroundings, safe and secure. Reasonable levies. Brand new unit. No transfer duty payable. Call now to view.

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SIMON • 0824768916

KORAAL • R645 000 YOUR OWN RETIREMENT HOME Ref: 91344179232 Newly built home in popular retirement village. Peaceful and tranquil surroundings. Excellent security and affordable levies. Suitable for the over 50’s. Don’t delay. Call now!

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Entrust us with your house or townhouse to rent to qualified long-term tenants. Elmarie 082 277 7020.

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DENDRON • R1 220 000 THE MOST BEAUTIFUL FARM IN THE BUFFELSBERG MOUNTAINS. Ref: 91344186935 4 boreholes not equipped. Sewer plant. Cement dams. 2 Rivers and water springs. ±30 km from Modjadji and ±50 km from Polokwane. Do not miss on this one. Call today.

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Sibling achievers Dustin and Ashlee Hammond.

ROSEMARY 082 804 9725

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Price

Agent

Marula Heights91344186711

704

R400,000

Jacob 082 466 8366

Ster Park 91344186780

1 346

R869,000

Ina 079 597 8636

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Siblings Dustin and Ashlee Hammond enjoyed a remarkably successful year, each in their own field. Dustin, a student at 1 000 Hills Chef School in KwaZulu-Natal completed a diploma in culinary and pastry and was the winner of the Chef of the Year 2014 Award, Top Student Award and Excellence Award. He plans to complete his second year of study at the school and then spread his wings abroad to learn as much as possible about the food industry. Dustin dreams of opening a café with his dad and serving the best quality food possible. His passion for the Food industry has grown and intensified since he first started working in the kitchen at Bolivia Lodge during school holidays. Ashley attended Summerhill School of Equine Excellence located in Mooi River, also in KwaZulu-Natal, one of the only schools offering stud management in South Africa. Only ten students are chosen to complete the race horse breeding and training course. Ashlee also intends furthering her studies overseas. As a top student she qualified for and was awarded one of only two scholarships available, the Childwick Trust Scholarship to study at The National Stud in the UK. She intends following up the season at the National Stud by going to Australia or Japan broaden her knowledge in the field. Commenting on the siblings’ achievements their mother, Louise Hammond said she and her husband are extremely proud of what their children have achieved.

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Bendor 91344187036

563

R430,000

Jacob 082 466 8366

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R545,000

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Dear client As the year draws to a close we once again have time to reflect on our activities over the past year. Thanks to the support from you, the public, out there we can once again look back on a very successful year. In our profession where you entrust us with your most valuable and important asset it is imperatve that a relationship of trust be established between you, the customer and the agent. We have done so very successfully in the past and will strive to improve the quality of our services even further in the future. Please note that our offices will close for the Christmas recess on 19 December 2014 and re-open on 05 January 2015. Our agents will however be on standby. May you enjoy a blessed Christmas and a very happy and prosperous New Year. Geagte klient Terwyl die jaar einde se kant toe staan het ons weer die geleentheid om terug te kyk na ons aktiwiteite gedurende die jaar. Ons het weer ‘n baie suksesvolle jaar beleef en dit was slegs te danke aan u, die publiek, se volgehoue ondersteuning. In ons professie word dit van u verwag om u mees waardevolste en belangrikste bate aan ons toe te vertrou en dit is daarom van kardinale belang dat ‘n vertrouens posisie tussen u, die klient en die agent tot stand kom. Ons het baie sukses hiermee in die verlede behaal maar sal daarna strewe om steeds die kwaliteit van ons dienste te verbeter in die toekoms. Neem asseblief kennis dat ons kantore op 19 Desember 2014 vir die Kerstyd sal sluit en weer op 05 Januarie 2015 heropen. Ons agente sal op bystand wees gedurende hierdie tydperk. Mag u ‘n baie geseënde Kersfees en ‘n baie gelukkige en voorspoedige nuwejaar geniet.

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Macadamia @The Aloes sê dankie

December 18, 2014

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Die ontwikkelaars van The Aloes en die ontwikkelaars van Macadamia @ The Aloes wou alle ‘pioniers’ bedank wat te midde van al die bou-aktiwiteite bereid was om op Macadamia @ The Aloes te kom woon. Om hul dank te wys het die inwoners Woensdag ‘n gratis ete by Mike’s Kitchen geniet. Die eerste inwoners het op 1 November 2013 ingetrek en bly dus al ‘n hele jaar lank hier. Hulle het stadig meer geword sodat daar nou al 24 permanente inwoners by Macadamia @ The Aloes woon.

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CONTACT AGGIE: 082 465 8234 1) DALMADA PLOT: R1 300 000.00 - 4 Bedroom dwelling.

CONTACT: STEPhEN 082 558 3525

HOUSES + STANDS: 1) BENDOR – 4 bedroom, 2 bathrooms, en suite guest room – pool: R1 700 000.00 2) PENINA PARK - 3 000 m² zoned 20 Units: R2 500 000.00 3) 5 700m² Corner stand in central Polokwane (Great exposure) PLOTS: 1) ROODEPOORT: 26 ha vacant: R1 500 000.00 neg 2) ON N1 PRETORIA RD, 8.5 ha 3) TWEEFONTEIN 8.5ha House, electric fence: R4 500 000.00

CALL US TODAY FOR ALL YOUR PROPERTY NEEDS. AGENTS: Suné 079 341 1625 / Sales - Ansie 084 503 8322 OFFICE TEL: 015 291 2622 E-mail: admin.pietersburg@justpropertygroup.co.za

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FARMS: 1) ALLDAYS 1 000ha – GAME FARM R8 000 000.00 2) PIETERSBURG 300ha - CATTLE/ CROP FARM + loose assets (100 Bonsmara cattle) 2 houses, strong water, pivot R6 500 000.00 3) VIVO – 850 ha Game farm, house, loose assets and game - R9 000 000.00

4) BYLSTEEL PAD 400ha – R3 500 000.00 5) SWARTWATER 700ha 6) PIETERSBURG 260ha 7) PIETERSBURG 120ha – big house, pivot R4 800 000.00 8) ALLDAYS 250ha: R2 750 000.00 Neg INDUSTRIAL - FOR SALE: 1) Prime Location – Fully let Industrial development: R8 000 000.00 monthly income ± R80 000.00 pm 2) Industrial Stand - ±1.5 ha: R4 500 000.00 exl TO LET: INDUSTRIAL: Industrial: To let: 1) 600 m² + 200 m² Offices, good exposure, Dendron road 2) 1 800 m² + 300 m² office, Nirvana 3) 8.5 ha Plot - vacant - Leeukuil R4 000.00 excl Office Space: 1) 430 m² CBD with parking – Prime 2) 600 m²CBD 3) 345 m² - Offices and boardroom, plus parking (Hampton Court) 4) 100 m² Office CBD 5) 160 m² CBD

LEAPFROG POLOKWANE cnr Pierre and Quinn Street Hampton Court, Polokwane T 015 296 2942/015 296 2551

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BENDOR

R2 070 000

FLORA PARK

R1 600 000

BRAND NEW WITH STUNNING FINISHES

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• Open-plan kitchen, living & dining room which leads to a patio with braai • Small garden • Single lock-up garage

Four bedrooms and four bathrooms (2 en suite). The house consists of a modern kitchen with marble tops, gas stove with electric oven and extractor fan. Scullery and laundry. a Lounge and dining area to entertain the family. There is a one bedroom flatlet also on premises. Lapa with built-in bar, braai area and swimming pool. Borehole, double garage and double carport.

Floris de Kock 073 075 8340

ACACIA ESTATE

Web ref: LFPO-1437

R1 475 000

Be charmed by its entrance hall and relax in the spacious living area. The home has modern kitchen units with granite tops, scullery and laundry area, 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms (1 is en suite). The house has a flatlet upstairs with 1 en suite bedroom, lounge and kitchen. Double garage with 4 covered parking spaces. Lapa with a braai and a heated pool. Borehole, irrigation system and an alarm.

Zola Sithole 084 616 6075

Web Ref : LFPO-1404

CAPRICORN

R1 298 000

R1 280 000 One corner unit left @

R1 380 000

MARTIN’S HOT BUY!

4 Bedroom, 2 bathrooms , 2 garages in a security estate. Awesome hot buy! Call me today.

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BODORP

Web Ref: LFPO-1466

R1 200 000

3 BeDrooMs 3 BaThrooMs

• Main en suite with bath & shower and BIC • Other bedrooms en suite, each with shower, basin & toilet ConTaCT Mariette on 084 672 2000 Marcia on 072 482 3468

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LITTLE GEM HIDDEN!

Unbelievable but true - to find a homely 3 bedroom, double-storey, townhouse of this calibre awaiting the pleasure of your presence to view.

Robbie de Vos 082 074 5068

Web Ref : LFPO-1447

QUAINT AND COSY!

One of the few left in this price range in the upper part of the city. Lovely family home awaits your presence to view!

Berta de Vos 060 848 9304

Web Ref: LFPO-1444

RENTALS 1 BEDROOM HOUSE, POLOKWANE 2 BEDROOM HOUSE, POLOKWANE 2 BEDROOM HOUSE, IVY PARK 1 BEDROOM HOUSE, POLOKWANE 2 BEDROOM HOUSE, POLOKWANE 2 BEDROOM HOUSE, BENDOR 2 BEDROOM HOUSE, CAPRICORN

LFPO-1464

R3 600.00

LFPO-1455

R4 500.00

LFPO-1468

R4 500.00

LFPO-1465

R5 800.00

LFPO-1351

R6 050.00

LFPO-1450

R6 600.00

LFPO-1366

R8 250.00

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STORAGE TO LET We can store from bikes to big boats. From R400 p.m. Polokwane Self Storage. Contact 082 446 4574 / 082 964 4139 / 082 460 4439 ____________________ NUUTGEBOUDE STOOREENHEDE TE HUUR OP IVYDALE Contact Jana 082 788 7333 ____________________

79 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER 4.2D S/C Wit, met 10 000 km. Baie extras en spotless. Vir R479 899. • 2012 Nissan Navara 2.5 CDi LE, D/C Silwer, met 46 091km. Baie extras en in puik kondisie. Slegs R299 000. Ons doen finansiering en inruil welkom. Vir meer inligting skakel Jaco by 073 489 3117 ___________________

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KENNISGEWING AAN KREDITEURE Boedel wyle Cicilia Badenhorst Identiteitsnommer: 400820 0032 083 Datum oorlede: 14 Mei 2013 Laaste adres: Plot 161, Ivydale, Polokwane Boedelnommer: 4098/2013 Meester van die Hooggeregshof Polokwane Krediteure in bogemelde boedel word hiermee versoek om hulle eise by ondergemelde in te dien binne 30 dae vanaf publikasie van hierdie kennisgewing. Eksekuteur: DPJ Badenhorst Mulder & van Ree Rekenmeesters Posbus 11371 Bendor 0713 Tel: 015 296 4006 Fax: 015 296 0650 18/12 ___________________

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34 OBSERVER Festive Season’s message by NEWS

December 18, 2014

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Pol Commissioner Fannie Masemola

“At the closing of another busy year, I would like to thank and congratulate all Police officers and staff for their outstanding efforts during 2014. It has been a challenging year for policing, but as recorded crimes continue to fall, it is clear that our members are performing at a high professional standard and by doing so, are meeting the objectives of the organisation. Maintaining law and order is a huge and challenging task that requires the efforts of all members of the society. We have been able to dismantle or significantly reduce the activities

of some major syndicates and gangs across the province, leading to a marked reduction in murders and other violent crimes and a return to safety and security in many communities once dominated by criminals. While we are proud of these achievements, there are still many challenges. The offensive against criminal gangs will continue unabated in the New Year bolstered by our operational initiatives which have already severely disrupted the activities of criminals. Our operations will be assisted by a more

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pro-active and informed intelligence component. Further improving the intelligence gathering and analysis capabilities of our intelligence cadre are critical to future successes against organised crime. The Festive Season has often left many reeling under sad and unalterable circumstances of various dimensions. As we move closer to Christmas and New Year, periods that are associated with extreme jovial and merrymaking mood, we should never forget the kind of behaviour that has often brought unbearable pain to our communities. This period is characterized by vast movement of people from urban to rural areas or vice versa. Homes are left unattended and children especially girls are left in the hands of potential abusers. This is a time when companies pay their employees annual bonuses and there is increased movement of cash from one destination to the other. Drunkenness becomes excessive and there is general disregard of the law and self-restraint which results in the commission of crimes of violence like murder assaults, public violence and various acts of individual misconduct. Furthermore, the demand for meat during the Festive Season will rise and cases of stock theft will also be on the increase because of the availability of a ready market for meat. Every day I see and hear stories of officers going beyond the call of duty, putting their own well-being on the line and demonstrating compassion for others. This is something of which all members can be truly proud. Unfortunately there are still those among us who continue to tarnish

the good name of the constabulary. Our anti-corruption efforts have been successful in countering corruption. I am very pleased with the progress made in this area and I am assuring all that in 2015, we will be even more vigilant and robust in dealing with corruption and indiscipline in the province. As Police our mandate is to preserve a state of orderliness and tranquillity in the province and as such Police officers shall be deployed at all strategic points to prevent road carnage and the commission of all crimes. We take this opportunity to warn criminals to try us at their own risk. We will not afford to be dictated to by criminals and we will pull out all stops to create a crime-free Festive Season for our people. To all law abiding citizens of Limpopo, I wish you a safe, peaceful, crime-free Festive Season. I also wish for you a prosperous 2015 filled with God’s richest blessings and guidance.”

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Provincial Police Commissioner Fannie Masemola.

Top govt official launches a spiritual book

Smokey Hills Platinum Mine VACANCIES: METALLURGICAL PLANT PERSONNEL Phokathaba Platinum (Pty) Ltd is an incorporated Joint Venture Company established under the Shareholders Agreement between Limpopo Platinum Holdings, Maandagshoek Community and Smokey Hills Platinum (Pty) Ltd. The Company operates the Smokey Hills Platinum Mine and Metallurgical Plant in the Limpopo Province in close proximity to Burgersfort and has plans to re-start the mine after it has been in care and maintenance for the past 2 years. Accordingly, the Company invites applications from suitable qualified persons for the following positions in the Metallurgical Plant: Management • Metallurgist • Plant Manager • Engineering Superintendent • Laboratory Superintendent • Process Superintendent Production • Control Room Operator • Production Operator - Crushers • Production Assistant - Crushers • Production Assistant - Dms • Production Operator - Mill • Production Assistant - Mill • Production Attendant - Flotation • Production Assistant - Reagents • Shift Superintendent

Administration • Administrative Secretary • Safety and Systems Coordinator • Driver • Cost Control Data Clerk • Stores Assistant • Materials Controller

Laboratory • Laboratory Supervisors • Laboratory Technician • Laboratory Assistant

Engineering • Boilermaker • Diesel Mechanic • Electrician • Engineering Assistant (Electrician) • Engineering Assistant Boilermaker • Engineering Assistant Fitter • Engineering Foreman Mechanical • Fitter • Instrument Technician • Maintenance Coordinator • Electrical / Instrumentation Foreman

CLOSING DATE: 10 January 2015 Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please write in bold and clear at top of the first page of your application/ CV the position(s) you are applying for. Please note appointments for these positions will be made from January to March 2015. Should you not hear from us within a month after March 2015 you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful. In terms of the Company’s Employment Equity Plan, preference will be given to applicants from the designated groups. Please email your CV to recruitment@platinumaus.com or fax to 013 230 7450.

>> Encourage people to persevere whilst working towards achieving their gaols >> Never give up on your dream HERBERT RACHUENE >>herbert@mailbox.co.za Former General Manager at the Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism, Carol Nkambule launched her first book titled: ‘From the Pit to the Palace, a Prisoner Made Governor” in Polokwane on Saturday. Nkambule explained that the book is Christian-based and looks at the journey of Joseph, the son of Jacob in the Bible. “Joseph’s story is a reflection of the journeys we go through in life. I took the story from its ancient setting into the life we live today. We all go through challenges in life, some brought by people and some by ourselves,’ Nkambule said. “The book starts with a vision, a dream, a desired state that each of us should have lest we drift with the waters. Without a desired future state, what is it that you working towards? Having determined where you are going in life, there are hurdles that you meet. People are the first line, those that will bring you down, attack PHOTO: HERBERT RACHUENE

Carol Nkambule, author of ‘From the Pit to the Palace, a Prisoner Made Governor’.

you and look down on you and those that will support along the way. Joseph had his share of those, they put him in a pit, they sold him into slavery in Egypt, some attempted to help him, and in Egypt people again put him in prison. How should a person arise and still succeed under such circumstances? “Joseph also faced temptations, training in the process and had to finally forgive his brothers. We all have lessons from the book. I wrote the book to encourage people to persevere whilst working towards achieving their gaols in life. Never give up on your dream because of what people do to bring you down. Never let temporary satisfaction derail you, never change your indentity because of circumstances,” Nkambule said. Nkambule is currently the General Manager for Housing at Mpumalanga Economic Growth Agency.

December 18, 2014

Polokwane Observer

12. Employee Wellness and Special Programmes

CoGHSTA/2014/12/ EAP

Three year Degree in Social Work/ Diploma: Safety Management

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DEPARTMENT OF CoGHSTA/2014/12/ OHS

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Three year National Diploma in Safety Management.

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Vision: Champion the Establishment of Sustainable Development Local Governance and Integrated Human Settlement.

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INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME The Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs is looking for one hundred and twenty (120) Limpopo Province unemployed graduates youth between the ages of 18 and 35 to be placed on a non-extendable 12 months fixed period Internship Programme for 2015/2016 financial year. Applications are therefore invited from Limpopo Province unemployed youth qualifying in the following fields of studies and area of placement. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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CoGHSTA/2014/01

LLB Degree

COTRACT MANAGEMENT DIVISION • Be able to draft and vet contracts, service level agreements and memorandum of understanding; • Tender legal opinion to the department; • Implement and monitor contracts of the department; and • Ability to follow through legal process on actions against and in favour of the department. BY- LAWS AND LEGISLATION DIVISION • Understanding and knowledge of all legislation applicable in the department; • Draft, edit, vet and repeal by-laws and provincial legislations and by-laws; • Knowledge of legislative drafting process; and • Tender legal opinion to the department.

14. Land Use, Deeds and Statutory Bodies

Three year Diploma/Degree in Office Administration/ Management Assistant/ Record Management

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15.Human Settlement Development Region A and B.

Three (3) year Diploma or Three Year Degree in Commerce/B Com

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2. HOD Support

3.Budget Services and Compliance

CoGHSTA/2014/02

CoGHSTA/2014/03

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4. Municipal Finance

CoGHSTA/2014/04

B.Com degree (Accounting and Auditing) or equivalent qualifications NQF6

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5. Departmental Expenditure and Housing Finance

CoGHSTA/2014/05

6. ICT Infrustructure & Systems

CoGHSTA/2014/06/ G&P

CoGHSTA/2014/06/ PHP

Three (3)year Diploma or B. Comm. in Accounting

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Three year National Diploma in IT/ BSC Computer Science with Project Management

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Knowledge of SDLC,UML and Project Management

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Three year National Diploma in IT/ Computer Science

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CoGHSTA/2014/06/ MCSE

Three year National Diploma in IT/ Computer Science

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Preferably with Security + certificate

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Three year National Diploma in IT/ Computer Science

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MCSE, MCIT P,CCNA,A+, N+ Certificate

7.Organisational Development and Design

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Maintain and monitor ICT Infrastructure. Maintain and resolve all computer equipment faults Configure new ICT equipment and install at users Assist on the development and updating of ICT infrastructure documents. Assist on ICT infrastructure documents.

CoGHSTA/2014/07

National Diploma in Management Services/ Organisation/ Work-study/ Production Management

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Design/ redesign organisational structures; Conduct job evaluation process; Develop and facilitate job descriptions/ profiles; Compile job competency profiles; Gathering information e.g. legislation. Analyse information gathered; Compile organisational establishment structure; Generate memo to seek approval Conduct investigations for ad-hoc cases Provide technical advice on the development of job Description/ profile; Conduct briefing sessions on Job Description/ profile; Review Job Description/ Profile

CoGHSTA/2014/08/

CoGHSTA/2014/09

CoGHSTA/2014/10/

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Three year Diploma/ Degree HRD/ HRM/Public Administration

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Three year Degree/Diploma: Public Management or Development Studies

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Three (3) year National Diploma/ Degree in Public Administration/ HRM

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CoGHSTA/2014/11

Three year (3) National Diploma in Labour Relations Management/ LLB degree

Three year Degree/ Diploma: Town and Regional Planning

HUMAN SETTLEMENT PLANNING • Support the orderly planning of sustainable integrated human settlement; • Provide technical professional planning advice/ input on Town and Regional Planning applications within the province. • Support the development of Provincial and Municipal Spatial Development frameworks.

CoGHSTA/2014/14/ SPATIAL PLANNING/ SURVEY

Three year Degree/ Diploma: Land Surveying/ Geomatics

SPATIAL PLANNING/ SURVEY • Generate topographical surveys/ plans;

CoGHSTA/2014/14

Three (3) Year National Diploma/ Degree in Town and Regional Planning or Development Planning related qualification

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CoGHSTA/2014/15/ HSD

CoGHSTA/2014/15/ ADMIN

17. Accounting and Systems

CoGHSTA/2014/16

CoGHSTA/2014/17

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Three (3) years National Diploma or Degree in Building Science, Architecture, Civil Engineering OR Quantity Survey or N6 Certificate in relevant field

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Three year National Diploma in Public Management/ Office Management or Office Administration

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Three year National Diploma / Degree in Public Relation/ Journalism/ Media Studies/ Communication Science; Marketing and Graphic Design, Webmasters, Multimedia and Video and Photographer. Three (3) Years National Diploma or Degree qualification in Accounting / Finance

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18. Security and Investigation Management

CoGHSTA/2014/18

Three year Degree/ National Diploma in Law, Policing, Security Management or Commerce/ office administration

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CoGHSTA/2014/19

Maintain and monitor ICT security systems. Implement ICT security plan and policies. Ensure activities of disaster recovery site are implemented. Assist on the development and updating of ICT security documents. Implement ICT Security plan.

Assist in developing specifications. Manage IT requisitions Manage obtainment of purchase orders. Manage submission of invoices to finance.

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11. Labour Relations

Systems planning, analysis, design, implementation and testing. Maintain and administer database by ensuring high levels of data availability. Develop web based applications using the following open source software (mainly PHP, postgres) Develop systems documentation, i.e technical documentation and training material. Maintenance, modifications and enhancements of existing systems or legacy systems. Audit or access computer systems and operations. Testing of developed and enhanced systems.

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10. HR Practices and Administration and HR Planning , Post Provisioning & Information Management

Assist with ICT Project Management. Assist with implementation of ICT Governance Policy Framework. Conduct Research on ICT best standards. Coordinate the ICT steering committee. Ensure compliance to project Management standard. Provide project Administration/coordination.

GIS • Capture and clean spatial data from various formats and sources; • Collect; capture and download GIS data using the GPS. • Apply coordinate systems and projections; • Produce customised maps to meet client’s needs.

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16. Communication Services

Manage the training and development of employees Manage learnerships and internships programmes. Manage and monitor the implementation of the Skills Development legislation. Coordinate IDP engagements between spheres of governments. Provide support to municipalities to ensure that they produce credible IDPS’; Ensure the generation of annual MECs’ analysis reports and MECs’ assessment report; and Facilitate implementation of Provincial Growth Points Municipal Programme (PGPM). Manage HR Planning Manage HR Information & Systems Manage and implement a performance management system. Manage recruitment, selection and appointment. Manage compensation and conditions of services. Manage Human Resource Personnel records. Promote and ensure sound labour management. Handling and coordination of disciplinary matters. Provision of Labour Relation advice to the Department. Effective and efficient handling of grievance.

Three year National Diploma Administrative/ National Diploma/ Degree in Risk Management/ Internal Auditing/ Financial Management

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20. Information Management

CoGHSTA/2014/20/ IM

Three (3) Years qualification Diploma/ Degree in Records Management/ Archival Studies Three years qualification Diploma/ Degree in Public Management/ Administration (majoring in Information Management)

CoGHSTA/2014/20/ LS

Three year qualification in Library or Information Science

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21. Disaster Management and Emergency Services

CoGHSTA/2014/22

22. Municipal Institutional Capacity Building

CoGHSTA/2014/23

Three (3) year National Diploma/degree in Disaster Management & Emergency Services or related qualifications in Fire Management or Rescue Services.

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Three (3) years Degree / National Diploma in Development Studies/ t or Public Administration

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23. Strategic Planning

Develop and implement an appropriate SHERQ programmes Procure services of OHS medical specialists to meet employee needs Set up and report on the performance of OHS structures Ensure the training and mentoring of the OHS structures Ensure reporting on all health matters interventions Provide reports on all I.O.D cases attended to and liaise with the Commissioner for Compensation through the Premier`s Office to ensure timeous responses from the Commissioner.

CoGHSTA/2014/14/ HUMAN SETTLEMENT PLANNING

Administering housing claims and expenditure; Process payment on HSS and BAS; Reconcile payment paid on BAS; Safekeeping of paid vouchers.

Three year Degree/Diploma in Office Management/ Logistics

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9. IDP Coordination

Reconciliation on ledger account Reconciliation on the bank Assists municipalities with internal control procedures Assists municipalities with creditors reconciliation Assist with monitoring MSIG Grants Verification of financial policies and implementation of MPRA Municipal Finance and Management Act implementation

CoGHSTA/2014/06/ SCM

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8. HR Capacity Development

Coordinate collection of data for achievability preparation; Submission of report to Treasury upon approval by HOD; Consolidation of Budget inputs per programme; Preparation of Annual cash flow statement; Facilitate capturing of budget in the financial systems; Facilitate the implementation of shiftings and preparation of virements to HOD for approval; Facilitate the preparation of Fund requisitions; Consolidation of year to date; Compilation of monthly Early Warning reports; Coordinate the collection and consolidation of Roll-Over application; Consolidation of Appropriation statement in the AFS template; Print and analyse BAS reports in line with final Budget adjustments; Compilation of monthly Early Warning reports; Liaising with sub-departments for explanations of expenditure/ budget variances.

Three year (3) Diploma/ Degree in Geographic Information System (GIS)

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CoGHSTA/2014/06/ ICT

Maintain and Control incoming and outgoing register; Filling of documents Perform General Administrative duties and render support to the SBU; Maintain diary of the HOD.

CoGHSTA/2014/14/ GIS

To coordinate and monitor the activities of EAP in the department Assess the needs of the department and its employees through research and design preventative programmes to address shortcoming Establish and maintain effective and confidential record keeping and data management systems Review and monitor the process of referral during treatment and after completion of treatment to assess the effectiveness of service providers Offer counselling to psychological troubled/traumatised and HIV and AIDS infected employees

CoGHSTA/2014/24

Three year (3) Diploma/ Degree in Economics

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Ensure proper evaluation of land development application. Assist in coordinating development of land use management schemes. Coordinate and facilitate the implementation of LUMS. Manage the development of Land Use Management Systems. Coordinate the upgrading of land tenure rights Coordinate the realisation of Land Use legislation. Ensure proper evaluation of security of tenure (i.e. Registered deeds of grants, transferred deeds of grant, certified copies of deeds of grant and cancelled charges / bonds)

24. Subsidy Administration, Contracts, Claims and Housing Secretariat

CoGHSTA/2014/25

Three (3) Year National Diploma or Degree in Public Administration

Provide administrative support to investigation units Conduct fraud risk assessment. Develop and monitor fraud prevention action plans. Ensure the protection of whistle blowers. Conduct classified investigation and loss of departmental assets. Collate information for the compilation of reports on incidents of fraud and corruption Follow-up on the implementation of recommendations made on completed cases Liaise with internal and external clients (labour relation section) Knowledge of Technical Access Control and CCTV systems will be an added advantage; Conduct classified investigations and loss of departmental assets Assist with the facilitation of risk assessment workshops and compiling risk register Assist in monitoring the implementation of risk mitigating strategies Assist in monitoring the implementation of audit recommendations Assist in conducting operational risk awareness at SBU’s Branches and subdepartments Assist in coordinating activities for Risk Management Committee meeting and Audit Committee Meeting. Assist with the coordination of Municipal Risk Management Forums and take minutes Assist in the implementation of AG action plan. Assist in developing Internal Audit action plan.

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CoGHSTA/2014/26/ IGR

CoGHSTA/2014/26/ PP

Three (3) Year National Diploma/ Degree in Public Management or Administration. ( IGR, Governance & Elections)

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Diploma in Public Administration ( Public Participation)

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Manage disaster risk assessment and reduction Manage institutional capacity for disaster risk management Manage disaster response and recovery Manage emergency services.

Monitoring and implementation of the capacity building strategy Facilitation of capacity building programmes Monitoring and development of organizational structure Assist Municipalities to develop fraud and anti-corruption strategy and HR policies Provide Administrative support for the unit Assist in development of Strategic plan, operational plan and APP; Monitor and coordination of departmental projects; Monitor departmental projects; Evaluate or analysis of departmental performance against the Annual Performance Plan; Facilitate the department’s quarterly performance sessions.

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26. Local Economic Development

CoGHSTA/2014/27/ LED

National Diploma or Degree Economics or Business Management or Development Studies

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An Honour’s Degree (level 7) in the above subjects and Research Skills will be an advantage.

To Capture housing subsidy application forms To Complete housing needs questionnaires To Complete subsidy applications in all municipalities To respond to telephone enquiries regarding housing issues; To conducting physical verification of occupants in complete housing units Management of disputes between landlords and tenants. Provide secretariat services for meetings with stakeholders. Processing housing claims for appointed service providers. Management of housing contracts. Coordinate and support District Mayors Intergovernmental Forums; Support Premier Intergovernmental Forum; Promote Municipal Intergovernmental Relations; Hold awareness campaigns for elections; Facilitate Grading of municipalities. Coordinate and support the effective functioning of ward committees; Coordinate an d support training of ward committees members; Facilitate and coordinate MEC, Mayors and Council imbizos; Support Presidential and Provincial Public Participation Programme. Support assessment and coordinate the process and review of LED strategies; and develop reports thereof. To ensure functionality of district LED forums. Reports on the activities of LED forums. Monitor and evaluate job opportunities provided by Community Work Programme (CWP)

27. Supply Chain Management

CoGHSTA/2014/28/ TL

Three year National Diploma/ Degree in Business Management/ Financial Management.

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Manage Demand Services Manage Acquisition Services Manage logistics Services Manage Asset Services Manage Fleet Services Manage Facilities and Office Services

28. MID

CoGHSTA/2014/29

Degree/Diploma: Water and sanitation ; Engineering Studies( Civil, Electrical) Project Management

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Manage Municipal infrastructure grant project registration process and facilitate project implementation. Facilitate and monitor the implementation of free basic services; Manage and support the municipalities in the provision of water, sanitation and energy services; Manage the development and monitoring of upgrading, implementation of indigent policies and register for free basic services; Provide support to municipalities in relation of project management; Monitor projects for technical and legal compliance; Coordinate Extended Public Works Programs reporting; Ensure compliance to municipal infrastructure grant programmes reporting requirements; Coordinate development and implementation of municipal infrastructure operations and maintenance plans; Manage the development and monitoring of upgrading, implementation of indigent policies and register for free basic services; Provide secretariat services to Limpopo water sector intergovernmental forum; Collate report on infrastructure programmes; Manage data base in support to infrastructure.

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29. Human Settlement Property Management

CoGHSTA/2014/30

Three year Diploma/degree in Real Estate or Property Management/ Law of Property/Financial Management OR

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Manage Debtors Control System Ensure effective and efficient lease agreement management and property disposal Ensure effective management of Asset Register

National Diploma in Finance Accounting/ Internal Auditing/Cost Accounting/B Com Accounting 30. Community Development Programme

CoGHSTA/2014/31

31. Research Policy and Legislation

CoGHSTA/2014/32

Three year qualification in Public Administration/ Public Management or an equivalent qualification

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Three year National Diploma /Degree in Public Management/ Administration

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Experience in research and policy coordination will be an added advantage. 32. Performance Monitoring and Evaluation

CoGHSTA/2014/33

Degree/ Diploma in Public Administration or Human Resource Management

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33. Traditional Affairs

CoGHSTA/2014/34/ TA

Ensure the implementation of file plan; Opening of files; Tracing of files; Dispatching and filing of documents; Maintenance of files; Capturing of files; Delivering of documents from one office to another; Photocopying of documents; Registering of outgoing mail;

Assist with cataloguing, Classification and indexing; Handle inquiries and requests from clients; Shelving and shelf control of library resources; Conduct information searches for clients; Attend to general circulating and lending duties; Data input on the library system, registration of new clients, issues and returns of library resources; Issue reminders for overdue library resources.

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Maintain and Control incoming and outgoing register; Filling of documents Perform General Administrative duties and render support to the SBU Monitor budget and commitment register for the SBU Consolidation of reports

Clear suspense account Performance of bank reconciliation accounts Collection of revenue Banking of state money to the department’s primary account Preparation of payment of revenue to the Provincial revenue account Management of debts Assist with the month-end and year-end closure Facilitating the running of financial systems in the department Entity maintenance System reconciliation

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Manage and monitor the implementation of Human Settlement Development. Manage and coordinate the implementation of emergency housing program Manage and coordinate the implementation of transitional housing program Render and provide technical advices to management, municipalities and other stakeholders on housing and infrastructure development Facilitate the process of payment of claims and certificates Attending meetings and project administration

Manage Internal Communication and Knowledge Management Manage Public Relations and Events Provide Communication Support to the Municipalities

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Provide administrative support to District Coordinator with regard to consolidation of monthly and quarterly reports. Leave management. Payroll management. Management of PMDS instruments. Assist to plan, facilitate and integrate research activities. Analyse departmental policies as per request. Support municipalities on policy development. Conduct policy awareness programmes.

Monitor and co-ordinate the implementation of the Municipal PMS; Collect and capture Section 46 Municipal Reports; Collect and update performance agreements reports; Co-ordinate the participation of Provincial and District forums; Support Municipalities on developing; implementation and monitoring their performance management systems.

Three year qualification in Social Science, Bachelor of Arts in Anthropology/ Bachelor of Arts Public administration

ANTHROPOLOGY • Compilation of genealogy and historical background of traditional leaders. • Attending the preparatory meetings for the installations and funerals of traditional leaders • Harmonized the relation with members of the royal family. • Minute the proceedings of the meetings • Inform the districts about the approval of the dates of installation or funeral • Keep profile for each traditional leaders • Training of traditional leaders on Limpopo Traditional leadership and Institutions Act.

Three year Diploma/ Degree in Public Administration

INSTITUTIONAL SUPPORT • Receive; check financial monthly and quarterly returns. • Check monthly salary subsidies requisition. • Entering of approved figures in the draft estimates and distribution of approved estimates to Traditional Councils. • Distribution of correspondences and circulars to Districts, Traditional Councils, Departments etc. • Maintain delivery register. • Arrangement of accommodation for meetings and workshops. • Provide secretarial services. • Processing Initiation School Permits and distribution thereof. • Receive weekly report for Initiation Schools from Districts and submit to higher authority. • Balance monthly log sheets and submit to transport section.

The interns will be paid a monthly stipend for a fixed contract of 12 months as follows: Interns in possession of a three year diploma/degree; a four year degree (honours) Master’s Degree and doctorate - R 4 333.70 Interns in possession of a two year qualification (NQF Level 5) - R 3 609.03 The following documents should be attached: 1. Detailed Curriculum Vitae, 2. Certified copies of the identity document, 3. Certified copies of qualifications, 3. Proof of Limpopo residency through: (a) Original copy of Municipal rates and tax statements or (b) Signed and stamped letter by the traditional Authority. Please Note: 1. Confirmation from SANCO or CIVIC association will not be considered as a proof of residence. 2. Those graduates who have already completed an internship programme in any government institution are not allowed to apply. 3. Successful applicants will be paid their monthly stipend based on the minimum qualification which was attached when they were applying for the internship placement. DEPARTMENT

Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs

PHYSICAL ADDRESS POSTAL ADRESS

28 Market Street Private Bag X 9485 POLOKWANE 0699

CONTACT PERSON

Ms Theledi EM (015) 294 2003, Ms Nkuna JK (015) 294 2004, Ms Ndlovu AN (015) 294 2288, Ms Matjea MA (015) 294 2202, Ms Mantlhakga MJ (015) 294 2122, Mr Nkumbuta MM (015) 294 2287

GENERAL ENQUIRIES

Ms Tjale KM (015) 294 2018

CLOSING DATES

05 January 2015

If you do not receive any response from us within 3 months after the closing date, you may regard your application as unsuccessful.

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December 18, 2014

36 OBSERVER polokwane

>> ‘Elkeen het die reg om trots te wees’ >> Brawe soldate word vereer LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK >>leandri.observer@gmail.com

Stompie Kellet by die graf van sy broer wat tydens die grensoorlog in 1975 gesterf het.

‘n Krans is Vrydag by ‘n monument in Polokwane se begraafplaas gelê vir die brawe soldate wat tydens die grensoorlog in 1975, toe die Portugese koloniale owerheid in Angola in duie gestort het en troepe van Suid-Afrika hulp moes verleen, gesneuwel het. Die Suid-Afrikaanse weermag moes ingryp om die invloei van onwettige immigrante en terroriste te verhoed oor ‘n grens wat streek oor 1450 kilometers tussen Namibië, Angola en Zambië. ‘n Bloedige burgeroorlog het binne Angola gewoed wat deur Rusland en Kuba aangeblaas is. Dit is as gevolg van dié gebeure dat die Suid-Afrikaanse verdedigingsmag op 3 September 1975 opdrag gekry het om betrokke te raak. Teen 26 Maart 1976 het die grensoorlog tot ‘n einde geloop en baie van Suid-Afrika

Herdenking van grensoorlog se soldate het die hoogste prys vir hulle land betaal. Johan Willemse, Afrikaner Kultuurleier, het die herdenking van die grensoorlog geopen. “Elkeen het die reg om trots op sy kultuur, volk en kryggeskiedenis te wees,” sê Willemse. Hy het ook vertel hoe militêre optrede destyds, bykans elke dorp en baie families intens geraak het deur seuns wat opgeroep is vir grensdiens en baie wat met hull lewe geboet het.‘n Kransleggingseremonie het na die tyd gevolg. ‘n Emosionele Stompie Kellet wat self in die weermag was het die herdenking bygewoon en sy broer, Bok, wat tydens die grensoorlog gesterf het, se graf besoek. “As dit nie vir die soldate van destyds was nie, waar sou die land vandag gewees het,” het Kellet gevra.

‘n Krans en blomme by die monument vir die troepe van Operasie Savannah.

“Take care of animals during festive season,” says SPCA may arise. Organise a caring person to be on standby to assist with animals if need be. The contact details of your veterinarian and the local SPCA need to be with him or her. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty Be caring and cautious with regard to festo Animals (SPCA) requests the public to be its eyes and ears in the approach to and dur- tivities. Ensure that pets cannot reach food ing the festive season by reporting any situa- or treats, especially chocolate which can be toxic to dogs. Party items or decorations can tion involving an animal that raises concern. be mistaken for toys and accidents could “There is a trend for people to send an occur. The best advice is to give animals e-mail or to take a photograph and place it either a room of their own during festivities on the social media,” SPCA Public Relations or make sure that they have a space to hide Officer Christine Kuch explained in a media away from the hubbub. statement. “This delays response. Please It is not only fireworks that terrify pets. carry the number of your local SPCA on your So-called “poppers” can also startle them cell phone and contact them immediately and bursting balloons can cause panic. Be with as much information as possible. Even aware, show you care and be mindful of if this is not the ‘correct’ SPCA, they can animals at all times. forward details quickly.” The SPCA is an animal The SPCA appeals to welfare organisation and the public to be mindful of not a veterinary service. the welfare of all animals If your animal needs and not to fear coming veterinary treatment, vacforward with information cination etc, then please as animals can not talk for contact your private themselves. veterinarian. If you wish The SPCA offers the to report an animal being following tips for people cruelly treated, neglected, dealing with pets: abused or abandoned, Pets, especially exotic contact your local SPCA. animals are unsuitable as Details of all SPCAs can surprise gifts. Please do be found on www.nspca. not go this route. For full co.za. details of the rationale Tania le Roux, Board behind this, first consult Member and volunteer at with the SPCA. the Polokwane Branch of Animal welfare starts the SPCA, says that there at home. Ensure that are a number of adoryour own animals have able dogs available for been vaccinated up to adoption and that there is date. Make sure that your also a demand for more animal has microchip volunteers to assist the identification. Whether you are going PHOTO: BARRY VILJOEN SPCA with their activities and duties, especially duraway or staying at home, Tania le Roux, Board Member ing the Festive Season. make plans and have and volunteer at the Polokwane Contact le Roux: 082 back-up plans in case of Branch of the SPCA with one of 401 2020 or the local an accident, illness or any the dogs that is available for SPCA: 015 291 1088. other emergency that adoption.

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Stompie Kellet, Johan Willemse, Afrikaner kultuurleier en Hannes Heyman voorsitter van die Vryheidsfront Plus by die monument vir die soldate. FOTO’S: LEANDRI VAN SCHALKWYK

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Christelle van der Merwe het die foto ingestuur van drie blesbokke wat digby hul plaashuis naby Letsitele wei. Sy sê hulle is redelik mak en kom soms tot ‘n paar meter van die huis af.

38 OBSERVER Leopards proceed to last 32 of Nedbank Cup NEWS

December 18, 2014

polokwane

Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

lack Leopards beat Witbank Spurs 3-1 in the preliminary stage of the Nedbank Cup tournament to proceed to the last 32 round of the tourney at Thohoyandou Stadium last Wednesday. Lidoda Duvha’s goals were scored by Meshack Mphangule, Ivan Maphangule and the on form Leonard Ntshangase while Sizwe Mhlabine scored Spurs’ only goal. Leopards and its fellow contenders in the National First Division (NFD) - African Warriors, Golden Arrows, Vasco da Gama, Jomo Cosmos, FC Cape Town, Maluti FET College and Thanda Royal Zulu - will join 16 teams from the Premier Soccer League (PSL) and

the South African Football Association (Safa) development league to make a final list of 32 that will go to the draw for the first round of the 2014/15 Nedbank Cup. Last season Leopards were knocked out by tournament winner, Kaizer Chiefs in the last 16 round. The Nedbank Cup is the current name of South Africa’s premier club football (soccer) knockout tournament. While many formats have been used over the years, the tournament has always been based on the idea of giving lower league and amateur teams a chance to compete with clubs from the top league for the cup. The winners will receive prize money of R6 million and qualifies for the next season’s Confederation of African Football (CAF) Confederation Cup.

Photo: Warren Blunt

The fencers from Firebird Fencing Club that competed in the Gauteng open Fencing Championship in Soweto last weekend are in front, Danica Opperman and Charl Venter, with Jandré Nel, Wallace Goosen (Coach) and Henry Randall at the back.

Firebird fencers show their mettle in Soweto Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The fencers from Firebird Fencing Club in Polokwane competed with valour at the Gauteng Open Fencing Championship in Orlando, Soweto last weekend. Danica Opperman, who only started fencing in April, claimed a silver medal in the Kadet (u.17) Ladies Foil event. She also made it through to the direct elimination round in the Epee category. Jandré Nel was eliminated in the last eight in the Senior Men’s Foil category and qualified for the last sixteen in

the Junior (u.20) Men’s Epee division. Henry Randall was also in the top sixteen in the same category. In the Kadet Men’s division Charl Venter qualified for the last 16 in both the Foil and Epee categories. Firebird Fencing Coach Wallace Goosen said the club has represented Limpopo with pride at various fencing competitions throughout the country and hopes to reach even greater heights next year. He described the camaraderie at the club as amazing and thanked all the fencers and family members for their great support in 2014.

Wild Beasts hosts Heroes Tournament again

SERVICES SETA 2015/2016

Discretionary Grants Applications

Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

The Services Sector Education and Training Authority (Services SETA) is a statutory body established in terms of the Skills Development Act of 1998, as amended, to enable stakeholders to advance skills levels in the services sector. The Services SETA invites suitable stakeholders to apply for Discretionary Grants funding. Discretionary Grants Applications will be open during the period 15 December 2014 to 30 January 2015. Discretionary Grants Application forms, along with the Discretionary Grants Application procedures and related information, will be accessible on the Services SETA website at www.serviceseta.org.za from 15 December 2014. All enquiries regarding Discretionary Grants Applications should be in writing and may be directed to dgapps@serviceseta.org.za before 20 December 2014. Response thereto will be provided by 15 January 2015. Note: Discretionary Grants are allocated at the sole discretion of the Services SETA. www.serviceseta.org.za Kone Solutions K23904

Lebowakgomo Wild Beasts Softball Club will on 26 December host the 6th annual Heroes Tournament to honour the contribution of fallen players and administrators who contributed immensely to the club and the sport. The event at the Beasty Family Sports Park in Lebowakgomo will start start at 08:00. Among the players and administrators that will be remembered on the day are Polelo Masola, Frans Masokwameng, Tiger Mabitsela, Tlanki Mmurwa, Koketjo Matlala and Bradley Sebola. “These are the some of the individuals who have contributed

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to the sport in the province and their legacy lives on. Softball being a unique sport and not celebrated enough, we thought it would be befitting to dedicate a day to them and celebrate their contribution,” Club Spokesperson, Vincent Seteno said. The club will be celebrating 35 years of existence on the day. He urged all softball enthusiasts to come and support the event. Teams scheduled to be in action are the hosts, Moletlane Texas, Mahwelereng Spikes, Mankweng Pioneers, Attridgeville Jets, Vaal University of Technology, Mamelodi Pit Bulls and Flames Softball Club. Contact Seteno on 083 214 0788 for more information.

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Duly authorised by our valued clients, Makhado Municipality we will sell the

following vehicles per public auction on Friday,

19 December 10:30 at the municipal swimming pool, Makhado.

Vehicles: 1 x Mazda 323; 4 x Ford Focus; 9 x Nissan Hardbodys; 7 x Ford Rangers; 1 x Isuzu KB; 11 x Toyota Hilux; 1 x Ford Bantam; 1 x Opel Astra; 1 x Ford Mondeo; 1 x Toyota Camry; 1 x Nissan 1 tonner; motorbikes and much more. Trucks and machinery: 2 x XCMG road graders; Isuzu FVZ 1400 truck, 2 x Toyota tippers; Toyota Dyna; Mercedes-Benz 2426 truck; Ford Triton; Nissan diesel dropside; Toyota dropside; Isuzu 3 ton; Massey Ferguson tractor, 2 x Ford tractors.

Viewing date: Thursday, 18 December from 09:00 to 15:00 Buyers must register - ID document and proof of residence required. R10 000.00 cash registration fee payable on vehicles. Right reserved. The auctioneer has the right to participate in the auction. Regulations in terms of Consumer Protection Law 68 of 2008. This advert complies with Article 45 of Law 68/2008. Standard terms and conditions apply.

ALL purchases to be paid for within 2 hours after auction.

Chiefs beat Chippa United to lead PSL log Herbert Rachuene >>herbert@mailbox.co.za

aizer Chiefs Football Club beat Chippa United 1-0 to consolidate their position in the Premier Soccer League (PSL) at Peter Mokaba Stadium on Saturday evening. The 2012/2013 PSL Champions lead the log with 40 points after 16 matches and are yet to be beaten. Their goal was scored by Bernard Parker in the 55th minute of the second half after he received a sublime pass from Mandla Masango.

The Soweto outfit will be looking forward to continue with their fine run in the league when they host Mpumalanga Black Aces at FNB stadium on Saturday. Meanwhile, Polokwane City Football Club who recently won the PSL Q2 innovation played to a 1-1 draw against Super Sport United at Lucas Moripe Stadium on Saturday. Former Black Leopards striker Rendani Ndou scored for City while Bradley Gobbler netted for United. The draw puts Polokwane City Football Club on the ninth position of the league with 21 points after 15 matches.

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The scene at the Nirvana Oval on Saturday morning before the match between the Limpopo Impalas and Free State.

Damp squib for Impalas at wet Nirvana Oval Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The coaching and management members of the Limpopo Impalas had to come up with ingenuity and put in that extra effort to get the pitch ready for Saturday’s match against Free State after Friday’s heavy downpour in the Nirvana area nearly put an end to any chance of the fixture being played the next day. Impalas Coach, Dewald Weterman said the whole playing area at the Nirvana Oval was ankle-deep in water after the heavy rain on Friday. He added that members of the coaching staff and employees at Polokwane Municipality spent the entire afternoon mop-

ping up the outfield with sacks of hessian as the Free State team were already halfway to Polokwane for the match on Saturday. Although play could only get underway later in the day in the Cricket South Africa Rural League fixture and the match was shortened to 22 overs a side, it was through the efforts of Weterman and the other people involved with the mopping-up operations that any play was able to take place at all. Limpopo compiled 111/6 in their allotted 22 overs and Free State chased down the required winning total in the 19th over for the loss of two wickets to make the trip to Polokwane worthwhile despite the shortened match.

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Pictured at the announcement of the Super 15 warm-up match between the Vodacom Bulls and the Toyota Cheetahs in Polokwane in January next year are Ndavhe Ramakuela (Director of Community Development Services Polokwane Municipality), Johanna Kaka (Member of the Mayoral Committee for Sport and Recreation), Thembi Nkadimeng (Polokwane Executive Mayor) and Barend van Graan (CEO of the Blue Bulls Company).

Super 15 warm-up match confirmed for next year Warren Blunt >>warrenb.observer@gmail.com The Toyota Cheetahs will take on the Vodacom Blue Bulls for the Super 15 warm-up match that is scheduled to be held in the new Peter Mokaba Stadium on 24 January 2015. The match will be a continuation of the three-year partnership between the Polokwane Municipality and the Blue Bulls Company that has seen a total of R1,7 million raised towards 30 charities and bursaries to benefit needy students. Last year’s match helped contribute towards the tertiary education of 56 learners in and around the city. It will be the third time in four years that the Cheetahs lock horns with the Bulls in Polokwane. Speaking at the media launch last week the Executive Mayor of Polokwane, Thembi Nkadimeng said the match has many economic spin-offs for the city. “It also gives Polokwane’s many rugby followers the opportunity to watch some of the country’s top rugby players in action while helping to raise funds for tertiary students, who will in future assist the municipality in realising the 2030 Smart City Vision,” Nkadimeng elaborated. Barend van Graan, Chief Executive Officer of the Blue Bulls Company said the warm-up match in Polokwane has become an important part of the team’s pre-season preparations. He continued that it is the fourth year of a great

relationship with Polokwane Municipality, and the Bulls are honoured to be involved with the further education of disadvantaged students in the province. “We have a similar programme in Pretoria and it is always a pleasure for the Bulls to play in Polokwane. The professionalism shown by the organising committee is always of the highest standard, and the reception we receive from the fans is something our players and management really look forward to. It’s also a great spectacle for all the rugby fans in Polokwane, as most of them are not able to travel to Pretoria or Bloemfontein for Vodacom Super Rugby games,” van Graan said. The DHL Stormers visited Polokwane for the first time at the beginning of February for the Super 15 warm-up match and the Cheetahs will be popular visitors next year. The city’s rugby enthusiasts are urged to keep some funds in reserve after the Festive Season or to buy their tickets now, which are available at all Computicket outlets. Tickets cost R120 for the grand stand, R80 for the east stand and R60 for the south or north stands. Scholars pay R30. Hospitality packages are available for up to 22 people in the sky boxes above the west and east stands. For further information contact Manthoa Phihlela at Polokwane Municipality on 083 824 9844 or email manthoap@ polokwane.gov.za.

Limpopo Tourism Agency is contributing towards skills development through provision of Internship opportunities to unemployed graduates to gain work experience in the following fields: Field of exposure Qualification NO Tourism Information Services: Degree/National Diploma in Tourism 1 Sekhukhune Region Marketing Services: Degree/National Diploma in Tourism/ 1 Waterberg Region Marketing Paralegal Services Degree/Diploma in Paralegal / 1 Legal secretary Community and Degree/Diploma in Community 1 Stakeholder Liaison Development/Public Administration/ Development Studies Human Resource Degree/National Diploma in 2 Management Human Resource /Public Management Revenue Management B.Comm Accounting/National Diploma 2 in Accounting Office Administration National Diploma in Office 1 Management/Public Admin Reservations Degree/ National Diploma in 1 Tourism Management/Marketing REQUIREMENTS Applicants must be unemployed, aged between 18 and 35 years. Preference will be given to Limpopo residents. Successful candidates will be required to sign an “Internship Contract” for a maximum period of 12 months. Applicants who previously took part in the internship will not be considered. The above opportunities are available mainly at our Head Office in Polokwane. Interested persons are requested to forward their applications (stating the field of exposure) accompanied by a CV, certified copies of qualifications and ID to: Human Resources Division Limpopo Tourism Agency P.O Box 2814 Polokwane 0700 or Hand deliver to: 688 Portion 2, Southern Gateway Ext 4, N1 Main Road, Polokwane Limpopo Tourism Agency is an equal opportunity employer. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Enquiries: Reginah Mokgadi Ratlabala on 015 293 3627. Closing Date: 16 January 2015 Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to an interview and qualification verification processes. NB: Kindly note that if you are not contacted within 6 weeks after the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.

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fter trying out many different business opportunities over the years, from being a taxi driver to selling cooked mielies by the roadside, Thabiso Banyini is living his dream since becoming an independent distributor of the Forever Living aloe vera range of products. The 35-year old joined the brand towards the end of 2010 and through hard work and perseverance has built his own business empire and passed on the opportunity to another 150 Forever Living agents under him. Now, after four years of dedicated effort and focusing on the core business principles implemented by the company, Banyini has his own house, his dream car and is able to offer a quality education and life for his children. The company which is based in Phoenix, Arizona in America and has an international distribution network has assisted Banyini to set himself short and long term goals every year and work hard towards achieving them. In operation since 1978 the company has a global footprint with their products approved by over 150 governments worldwide. It sets fixed targets for each level of distributer including car subsidies, profit-sharing incentives and two holidays at any of a top national holiday and tourism operator’s resorts. In the short time that Banyini has been with the international brand, he has achieved his set targets twice and visited the company’s head office and factory in Arizona where all

the products are manufactured. Containing the natural healing properties of aloe vera, the range of products is used by millions of people throughout the world. Banyini proudly allowed Polokwane Observer to view the photos captured of himself visiting America earlier this year and receiving his profit-sharing cheque for $17 961 from Company President, Rex Maughan on his tablet. He also scrolled through the photos of himself and his family taken in Hawaii, London and the island of Sardinia just off Italy, places he says, he never dreamt of ever seeing in his lifetime six years ago. He attributes his success at the company to his belief in the product, not being influenced by the negative attitude of other people and listening to the stories of successful members of the organisation. Banyini believes that if you fall down you must get up and start again, and added: “Don’t let the fear of failure influence your life and grab the opportunities that come your way. Listen to positive people, be approachable, and enjoy meeting people and work wholeheartedly towards achieving your goals.” The natural entrepreneur has won almost every award on offer at the entity and wants to increase

his business network beyond the borders of Limpopo to Botswana and Zimbabwe in the new year. Banyini says you don’t have to have a university degree to be successful at the organisation. “Learn about the product and all the healing properties, listen to the advice of other successful distributers, be prepared to work hard and apply the business principles offered by the company and anybody can become successful at the company, Banyini explained. He is extremely grateful to the business opportunity offered by the brand and being able to assist others to reach their financial goals.

Banyini said the sky is the limit at Forever and some of his agents have reached even greater heights at the company than himself. “At the organisation I am my own boss, I did not need any formal education to join the organisation and my salary is more than my age every month and I will be able to reach all of my goals in life,” Banyini said in conclusion.

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Thabiso Banyini pictured with the aloe vera plant and some of the Forever Living products that have helped him to achieve financial success over the past four years.

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