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Izimpawu zokuthi udla usawothi owedlulele Washing shoes for N cash

by Dumisani Hlatswayo

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Illegal private school ordered to close

by Dumisani Hlatswayo

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arvelous Christian School, an independent school in the Teanong section, has been ordered to close. This follows numerous attempts by concerned parents to get the registration number of the school from the principal.

Two months ago, one of the parents told The Olifants News that she became suspicious after noticing that all letters and reports issued by the school didn't contain a registration number.

Fast forward to 14th February 2021, Marvellous Christian School issues a statement informing parents that the school will be closing down. “We regret to inform you that Marvelous Independent Christian School has been advised to discontinue all operations for the year 2021, therefore, we will not be offering any classes. Please contact the school for more details,” announces the statement seen by The Olifants News. Numerous attempts to verify the statement with the principal of the school failed as all calls went straight to voicemail.

One of the parents says they were told that the school still needs to be registered. According to this parent who requested not to remain

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anonymous, the registration process of the school was still underway.

“The issue has to do with the final registration process that was not concluded last year. The registration

needs to happen in one year, if it doesn't happen the process is started again from scratch,” reveals the parent.

“As soon as they finalise the

NOTICE OF APPLICATION FOR A LICENCE TO GENERATE ELECTRICITY COMMERCIAL ENERGY SA (PTY) LTD t/a SOLAR AFRICA in conjunction with ZIBO CONTAINERS (PTY) LTD In terms of Section 11 of the Electricity Regulation Act, 2006 (Act No. 4 of 2006); COMMERCIAL ENERGY SA (PTY) LTD hereby notifies all residents in the OLIFANTSFONTEIN AREA of the CITY of EKURHULENI that a license application has been lodged with the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (NERSA) to operate a 1.48 MW Solar PV Generation Facility for self-consumption. Subject to the approval by NERSA, this facility will be established on the property of ZIBO CONTAINERS (Pty) Ltd situated at 9 Purlin Street North, Clayville, Olifantsfontein.

The licence application is available for inspection between Thursday 25th February 2021 and Wednesday 10th March 2021 during normal business hours 09h00 to 16h00 at the following offices: SOLAR AFRICA (Pty) Ltd Irene Corporate Corner, 49 Via Salara Crescent, Irene, Contact Person: Mr Jason Crawford Also at the

ZIBO CONTAINERS (Pty) Ltd 9 Purlin Street North, Clayville, Olifantsfontein.

Contact Person: Mr Kobus Nigman

OLIFANTSFONTEIN PUBLIC LIBRARY Cnr. Pearce & Mason Ave, Olifantsfontein Contact Person: Mr Bobo

registration process, they will open the school in 2022. Because the school is doing well, I am willing to take back my children there,” reveals the parent.

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NGO donates sanitary towels

By Obedience Mkhabela

my community. As I have nothing much I called for a little back-up from friends who ethukhanya Foundation visited share the same vision,” Ndlala said.

Bulamahlo Home and Day Care in “After visiting the home, we noted their Thembisa to donate sanitary pads and needs and donated old clothes, uniforms, and other necessities. The organisation focuses on toiletries. We are about to have another donahelping the needy and underprivileged in the tion drive on the 13th of February where we community. will be donating sanitary pads to needy girls.”

According to co-founder Thatoyamodimo “We ask the community at large to join us Ndlala, the outbreak of Covid-19, and the sub- and offer their support in person or donations. sequent implementation of the national lockThey can contact us through Facebook at down people have lost their source of income. Lethukhanya Foundation.

In Gauteng alone, it is estimated that at least Alternatively, they can contact 890 000 jobs have been lost.

Thatoyamodimo at 0658365983 and “So I thought why not help where I can in Molebogeng at 0728260684,” said Ndlala.

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Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the application may also be viewed on the websites of SOLAR AFRICA (Pty) Ltd at www.solarafrica.com and Zibo Containers at www.zibo.co.za as well as the NERSA website.

All interested parties and/or any member of the public may lodge written objections with NERSA, within 14 days from the date of this publication. Such objections must be in a form of an affidavit and must be directed to NERSA through any of the addresses below: The Head of Department: Electricity Licensing and Compliance department Physical address Kulawula House 526 Madiba Street, Arcadia, Pretoria

Postal Address P O Box 40343 Arcadia, 0007

Email address for submissions: chisilo.mwanza@nersa.org.za kabelo.mkasi@nersa.org.za siphiwe.khumalo@nersa.org.za

Lethukhanya Foundation team with Bulamahlo Home and Day Care at receiving of the donations.

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Issue 31 | Thursday, 25 February 2021

Did you know?

By Staff Writer

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PR W EP e a AR re ED !

here is a traditional African Village, known as Shango la hashu’ in Tshivenda, The Orchards Executive Accommodation in Midrand that offers a true African accommodation experience in rondavels which are decorated and adorned to reflect the different traditional tribes of Africa.

Each room is dedicated to a South African tribe or a notable tribal tribe (like in this case Kamoraleng Heritage Institute founder, Develd Monyai sips the water from the statue of the’ Rain Queen’ the majesty Modjadji of Balobedu nation) and is decorated with paintings and artifacts from tribes to capture theme in essence and presence in South African culture.

Just a friendly reminder...

Simon Mayeso., founder of Yexisani Trading and Project

Meet the man who will fit good tires on your car

by Dumisani Hlatswayo

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Taking care of your health means seeking medical care when you need it.

Delaying treatment can have a detrimental effect on your wellbeing. The sooner you get treated, the better the outcome. Lenmed Hospitals are fully prepared and ready to welcome you. Your safety is our priority.

Embrace every day with Lenmed.

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eplacing old tires is one of the essential things for every car owner. However, not everyone is capable of helping to choose the right set of tires for your car. Fit in the wrong tires, you risk fouling the suspension, which may affect the brake calipers and have an adverse impact on the steering and handling of your car. One person who knows more about tires is Simon Mayeso.

Mayeso is the founder of Yexisani Trading and Project, a fledgling company that sells brand new and second tires in Tswelopele. Mayeso said he has been charting his own course since 2014. When he started he was alone.

However, he recently decided to hire an assistant to help him manage things around the workshop.

According to Mayeso, being his own boss came with significant challenges. “The biggest challenge that I am facing right now is with regard to sourcing affordable stock. For instance, when I buy brand new tires, I pay a lot of money, which means when I add a markup I’ll end overcharging my customers,” he revealed.

Mayeso’s advice to people who would like to start a business is to broaden their knowledge. He said it’s crucial for entrepreneurs to acquire skills before starting their own businesses. “I also want to go back to school to learn more about running a business,” he said. “My dream is to see my business expanding and employing more people,” he explained.

As South Africa continues to battle challenges associated with the coronavirus pandemic, entrepreneurs like Mayeso have to be innovative to keep their businesses running. “Covid-19 has forced some of my clients to come begging me to sell tires to them at a lesser price.

I understood their situation as I was also struggling to pay my car installments,” Mayeso said. He said during his journey as a budding entrepreneur he learned invaluable lessons.

LOOKING FOR BRAND NEW OR SECOND TIRES FOR YOUR CAR IN THEMBISA? Reach out to Simon Mayeso 073 972 5976.

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Local fashion designer scoops City Awards nomination

By Obedience Mkhabela

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Kasi Ke Style clothing brand nominated in City Awards 011 Awards for Clothing Brand of the Year.

frica Luambo Raudisa, an Ivory Park-based designer, celebrates following a recent nomination for the 011 Awards.

Raudisa was nominated under the category for Clothing Brand of the Year. The talented designer graduated with a marketing diploma at MSC BUSINESS COLLEGE and still looking for mentors in the industry. However, he could not shake off the euphoria of being nominated.

He said this nomination means a lot to him and the brand because this means that there are people who are noticing his effort and dedication to his craft.

“People can vote to help me bring this one home by dialing 011 KASI KE STYLE TO 35029 to cast your vote. Your support will be highly appreciated,” Raudisa said.

“So far what I have noticed the support, people love the brand and they really want to see other designs clothing can inbox us on Facebook which am preparing at the moment,” or Whatsapp me on 0836427742.

“People who want purchase our To be honest, it is a very grateful

achievement to be nominated and competing with other great designers out there,” said Raudisa.

Two men in custody for possession of hijacked car

by Dumisani Hlatswayo

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he station commander of the Ivory Park SAPS, Brigadier David Mbongeni Ngcobo, has thanked the local community of Extension Three, Ivory Park, whose tip-off led the police to the arrest of two men for possession of a hijacked vehicle.

Members of the Ivory Park SAPS crime prevention, acting on the information provided, descended on an address at Extension Three where a vehicle suspected to have arrived under questionable circumstances was seen.

Upon their arrival and having introduced themselves, the officers found the two suspects, aged 26 and 44, busy stripping up a vehicle under the guise of fixing it. When questioned about their activities the

A new recording studio to open in Clayville

by Staff Writer

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ecording studios remain open for professional recording, rehearsal, broadcast where Covid-19 regulations are observed. Clayville is about to get its very own recording studio. Olabode Tawose also known as Bodman is a record label owner and founder of Bodman. Tawose’s musical influences go deep and wide as he has had the privilege of experiencing

different cultures and sounds from our African continent.

Tawose said he noticed that there were no proper recording studios in and around Clayville and Olifantsfontien and there is a market for it since there are a lot of talented youth in the area.

Tawose said, “Bodman studio produces and records all types of genres from Afro pop, Reggae, Hip Hop and everything in between,” he explained.

The studio is located at number

4577 Midrand Village Porcelain Road, Clayville Olifantsfontein.

Midrand. According to Tawose, Bodman studio is not only for recording songs but also offers services like multi-track recording, sound design, voice overs, beat making, editing, mixing, and mastering. The studio is open for business, everyday of the week.

For more information, you can call or whatsapp 061 486 8821 or send an email to bodmanstudios. records@gmail.com.

two claimed to have been fixing the car for a customer whose name and other details they couldn’t provide.

Preliminary investigation by the police revealed that the vehicle was reported hijacked earlier in the day by its owner. It was hijacked at gunpoint by robots along the Republic Road, by two balaclava-clad men.

The two were brought to the police station for detention and are expected to appear in the Tembisa Magistrate court soon to face a charge of possession of a suspected hijacked vehicle.

“We are very grateful that someone in the community gave us a tip-off on something that looked suspicious and our quick reaction has shown that the community member was on point. We truly appreciate these gestures from the community,” said Brigadier Ngcobo.

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All you need to know before selling your home

PUZZLE SOLUTION

By William Docherty

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o want to sell your Home for the highest possible price, in the quickest time with the least amount of fuss? Here are some advice and tips that I have learnt over the years to ensure you achieve this.

First, and the most obvious, is the Asking Price.

• If you make the Price too high it will never sell and the Buyers will just go elsewhere. Buyers are very aware of how much a property is worth as they have access to the Internet and many do their Homework • Ask your Estate Agent for a CMA (Comparative Market Analysis) which lists what Properties are for sale in your Area (your Competition), how much similar Properties have sold for and overpriced Properties that did not sell.

• Remember, just because you are buying in Sandton does not mean your house here can sell for Sandton prices!

• The correct Selling Price is the most important part of the Selling process, by making sure the Asking Price is correct you can start your new Chapter of your life as sooner than later.

Secondly, make sure your home is shown to potential Buyers in its very best condition.

• Keep the house and the garden tidy • Put clothes and toys away • Make beds and open curtains • Wash dishes and keep Kitchen & Bathrooms tidy.

• If you have some spare paint you can touch up the walls and corners that look a bit untidy.

• TIP: Tie up your Dogs or put them in an outside room, many Buyers are scared of Dogs.

• TIP: Put your valuables in a cupboard/ drawer/ safe before the Buyers arrive, you can never be too safe!

William Docherty

Thirdly, use a reputable Estate Agency: • Pick an agent based upon their history of success and their marketing plan, not based on the highest price they say they can sell your house for.

• To work legally in SA an Estate Agent MUST have a valid ‘Fidelity Fund Certificate (FFC)’. This is to protect you.

• TIP: Check if they are a legitimate agent by calling the Estate Agency Affairs Board on 087 285 3222.

Give them the Agents name and if they do not have a FFC then do not deal with them!

With a little work and effort you will be able to achieve the best Price possible for your home.

Feel free to drop me an email if you have any questions williamd@remax.net.

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Ivory Park man nabbed for murder

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olice Ivory Park have arrived,” says the statement. arrested a 32-year-old Brigadier Ngcobo is appealing man for allegedly killing to anyone in an abusive relationhis girlfriend. According to the ship to seek out help as early as statement issued by the Ivory possible to avoid a situation such Park police station, the victim as the one above was stabbed twice on the upper “I am saddened to hear that body with a screwdriver and was the deceased has been in an certified dead at the scene. The abusive environment for some suspect accused the deceased of time and none of the people texting her ex-boyfriend, then an adjacent never thought of callargument ensued. ing us for a timely intervention,” “The station commander of said Brigadier Ngcobo. He said the Ivory Park SAPS, Brigadier that gender-based violence is so David Mbongeni Ngcobo, has prevalent in our community so expressed shock at the killing much so that we, as a community, and has thanked the local com- have a responsibility to be the munity patrollers for their timely eyes and ears of the police. The response to the incident as this suspect is expected to appear in ensured that the suspect could the Thembisa Magistrate Court not escape before the police to face a charge of murder.

Police on a successful hunt of criminals

By Obedience Mkhabela

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arious operations were conducted over the weekend

by Ivory Park, Rabie Ridge, Olifantsfontein and Tembisa police Stations’ to bring crime to the minimum level.

The suspects were arrested for drunk and driving, contravention of Disaster management act, Assault cases of which 2 involved Domestic violence issues.

Other suspects were arrested for cases such as shoplifting, theft, business robbery, housebreaking, and theft, suspected stolen goods as well as possession and dealing with drugs.

Captain Nelda Sekgobela,

Ekurhuleni District Communication Officer said amongst the suspects is the suspect who tried to escape from the lawful custody, arrested for theft of cables in Rabie Ridge SAPS on Friday midday, but he was rearrested on Saturday January 30 in the morning.

In other cases, a male complainant who is residing at Emfihlweni section Thembisa alleged that he was approached by two unknown African males who entered his room.

One was armed with firearm and pointed him and demanded money.

The complainant was shot twice on the left leg. The suspects took three cellphones.

“They were driving a silver grey Polo vivo and the complainant

managed to take the registration number. The Police were called to the scene and description of the vehicle and suspects was given to them. The Police managed to get the address of the vehicle after an inquiry was made,” said Sekgobela.

“They proceeded to the address and on the way spotted the vehicle with four suspects inside. When approached the suspects 3 of them jumped out of car and ran away.

The police gave chase and managed to arrest one and the driver,” she on the scene. The victim was taken at Tembisa South, were patrolling continues. to Tembisa hospital in a critical con- at Entsonalanga Section Tembisa “One firearm 38 special Taurus dition,” said Captain. when they notice someone dropping with 03 life rounds and 02 “Still in Tembisa South in another a green bag and ran away. When Cartridges were recovered in pos- incident on Saturday January searching it, an AK 47 Rifle with session of the suspects. Two sus- 30 at 16.00pm, the same Crime 19 ammunitions was found inside pects aged 26 and 29 were arrested Prevention Police Officers stationed the bag,” concluded Capt.Sekgobela.

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M.Tigers midfielder Xolani Nkala in his teams Jersey.

Xolani Nkala believes there is still more he can offer in football.

Young soccer player aims for Sundowns

by Obedience Mkhabela

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olani Nkala, from the Mthabeka section, shares his story of playing football in the SA’s professional leagues.

The Mamelodi Sundowns reserves (M.Tigers sundowns) winger has played for some of the big teams in professional leagues. At age 23 he was already playing for Mbombela United in the GladAfrica Champonship, then National First Division.

Nkala was raised just like any other township kid, through the support and strictness of his mother he turned out to be different.

Nicknamed ‘Blackberry and Baba D’, Nkala kick-started his career by playing for a local team, Rangers FC. According to Nkala, his detractors often called ‘inkomo’ in the field when he first started taking the interest in sports. “I was introduced to the sports by my elder brother Fanyana Prince Nkala,

soon I befriended a lot of people and gained popularity amongst my peers, I slowly became confident when I now had the ball,” said Nkala. Raised by a single parent he said growing up was not easy but he liked the fact that his mother supported him through and through.

“My mother has supported me, when I was down she picked me up and told me to go get what I want, she has been there for me during my up’s and down’s,” added Nkala.

This exciting player to watch play, was also once at Pretoria Callies (Now playing at NFD), another ABC Motsepe League side by then, but later he was clubless. During that period he was called to join NC Zasco for The Discovery Walter Sisulu Soccer Challenge Tournament.

Nkala said he had hopes that there could be a team to spot him and help him revive his career.

“After the tournament I went to trial with Mbombela United, an NFD side by then,” added Nkala.

“I had two seasons with Mbombela United but my contract was not renewed. I had two exciting years of my life, what happened during my time at Mbombela United was that I lacked hard work. I thought I have now made it forgetting I had to put in more work twice as before,” he explained.

“Over the past years I have learnt a lot and gained experience, I now understand what it means to be at every team’s starting eleven.

Although he might have tasted success, he said he still believed one day he would make it to the Mamelodi Sundowns first team in the Premier Soccer League (PSL).

“My biggest dream is to play in the Premiere Soccer League for Mamelodi Sundowns, It gets exciting to watch the big boys play at the venue in Chloorkop,” said Nkala.

Nkala had just celebrated his 25th birthday last month in January, and he also looks forward to following his passion and living his dream of playing football.