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Jesus said to her, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. Do you believe this?” (John 11:25-26 New International Version) (Photograph taken at Laerskool Atokia’s Christmas celebration and digitally manipulated by Platinum Gazette)
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‘Safe at Leboeng this Christmas’
Sekhukhune District welcomes the festive season
Captain Solomon Moholane - Station Commander The festive season is one of the special times when family, friends and colleagues get a chance to come together and reunite after been apart to different places,such as either to workplaces, school etc. The most important thing is to celebrate the birth of Jesus Christ and the ending of the year. As the station commander of Leboeng SAPS I would like to wish all the people a merry Christmas and a happy new year. During this festive season as the Police we will not tolerate any criminal activities in our policing precinct. People who engage in criminal element will face the law. We further advice our communities not to walk alone during the night especially ladies because they sometimes become the victims of crimes. We are going to monitor the taverns within our policing area that they operate within the prescribed times and comply with the liquor act. We are going to intensify our patrols and high police visibility within our policing area to make sure that the people who are in or visited our policing area feel safe and are indeed safe.
Executive Mayor’s Christmas message
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he year 2014 as nature will dictate, had its own achievements and challenges for different families and Institutions. For others, it was a good year full of achievements and blessings, for others it was a year full of misfortunes and miseries. I take this opportunity to congratulate those who succeeded in their various endeavors such as business, academic, family and further encourage them to achieve more going forward into the New Year. I equally take this opportunity to encourage those who struggled to actualize their dreams and aspirations under this imminent year. We sent comforting words to those who lost their love ones in 2014; we say your loss is our loss. Above all, the year 2014 will be remembered in the annals of history as the year South Africa commemorated the first anniversary of the passing of its greatest sons and father of the nation first democratically elected president of South Africa Mr Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela. It is equally heartening to see our social partners such as traditional leaders, business chambers, civil society etc, and steadfastly working hand in hand with government to address developmental issues. We value such partnership cognizant of the fact that development needs participation of all social partners. We notice with sadness the ongoing loss of lives on our roads. And our message is that - one life is one too many. We appeal to road users to obey and observe all the rules of the road including speed limits. Equally disturbing is the number of incidence of violence unleashed by people on each other during festive. It appears the main cause of this anomaly is alcohol abuse. We call upon our people to respect life and treat each other with respect, comradeship and love. We say no to senseless murders, assaults and violence within our communities. We call on parents and shebeen/tavern owners to be very strict on alcohol sale to children under age of 18. Let us protect our youth and guide them to a bright future full of hope and possibilities. On that note, we once more wish our matriculates best of luck with their much awaited 2014 final results. We are confident they will surpass the much published success of 2013 and achieve the 80% earmarked for the Limpopo Province. The district and its local municipalities have established bursary funds, needy and deserving learners are encouraged to visit municipal offices to apply. Our District’s emergency hotline 0800 33 00 22 is readily available 24/7. During this festive season, all of us who can, and are able to, are compelled to lend a hand to those individuals and families that are unable to support themselves, and to show compassion to children that do not have clothes, something to eat or a simple gift to bring a smile to their little faces.
On behalf of the District Municipality, I Cllr Mogobo David Magabe, the Executive Mayor, wish you a Merry Christmas and Prosperous New Year. Do not Drink and Drive & Arrive Alive!
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Dwarsrivier Mine Aiming for zero Dwarsrivier Mine helps TCM aim for zero stigma and zero discrimination
Above: Lighting a candle - Cllr. BM Ncongwane and Mr Remember Mmbengwa
“I can’t change my HIV status but you can change your attitude” was the message at Coromandel last week Thursday. The crowd was told to remember that you are either infected or affected in some or other way by the HIV pandemic. On 4 December 2014 Dwarsrivier Mine took hands with Thaba Chweu Municipality (TCM) and other stakeholders to host the annual HIV/ Aids Awareness Day. The event came short on the heels of World Aids Day on Monday 1 December and the focus fell on “Getting to Zero”. This means zero stigma and zero discrimination. Various messages of support were delivered and included messages from the Department of Education, the SAPS, Mayihlasele Izazi, Agri Aids SA and Dr Mokoena. Mr. Remember Mmbengwa, SD Manager from Dwarsrivier Mine
emphasised that a healthy lifestyle should not only be part of HIV positive people’s lives. Taking care of yourself includes making sure that your blood sugar levels are tested regularly, your blood pressure is checked often and that you follow a healthy exercise routine and diet. TCM Executive Mayor, Cllr. BM Ncongwanedelivered the keynote address. He also helped to launch the TCM Support Group for people living with HIV/Aids. A ceremonial candle lighting took place and everyone lit their candle in remembrance of those who died because HIV/Aids. Dwarsrivier Mine also delivered special Christmas packs, blankets and sanitary pads to learners that were identified within the area’s local schools. During the course of the day, people were able to visit the US Aid for Farm Workers’ stalls to get an overall health check-up. The function ended with a warm meal being served to everyone present.
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Thousands gather for last bakkie draw Mr Justice Sekgala from Bothashoek was the lucky winner of the last NP 200 bakkie in the Supa Save Win a Bakkie Competition for the year. The draw took place on 6 December 2014. The store gave away three bakkies in Burgersfort and one in Polokwane during the course of the year. The crowd that gathered outside Supa Save was kept entertained by Baby Mokoko and lots of give-aways. Apart from the bakkie that was won, items such as refrigerators and even trailers were given away. All the winners over the course of the attended the draw and celebrated their good fortune together. Supa Save would like to thank everyone who entered the competition and attended the draw. They are inviting their customers to keep their eyes open for big things coming in 2015. Mr Justice Sekgala won the bakkie. In the draw, second place received R10 000 and third place R5 000.
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Further education is now a reality for the people of Tubatse. On Saturday 6 December 2014 the first Learning Lab was opened at Tubatse Crossing Mall. The lab is funded by the Siyakha Education Trust. People can register at the Lab for various courses. The opportunity to study will be given on a first come, first serve basis and people will be placed on a waiting list. That is why it is important to register
as soon as possible. Students will be able to choose from an ICDL course, Health and Safety Workshop, Business Communication Workshop and a Get Ready for Matric 2015 Workshop. The launch of the Lab included a visit from General Knowledge and his team. Bogwasha Primary School’s choir, Gangs of Instrumentals and NRG perfomed at the launch.
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Seniors kuier by Badplaas Burgersfort se senior burgers het onlangs hul jaarlikse uitstappie na Badplaas gehad. Die groep bedank graag Isabel Naude wat ten spyte van gesondheidsprobleme seker gemaak het dat hulle ‘n onvergeetlike tyd het. Hulle sê ook dankie vir elkeen wat ‘n bydrae gemaak het. Die lysie is te lank om op te noem, maar elkeen word onthou en waardeer. ‘n Spesiale dank aan die Rotariërs en Badplaas Aventura vir die gebruik van die fasiliteite en die voorbereiding van die kos. (Fotos en inligting: Ansie Viljoen)
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Prizes for Joshua Generation
Junior and Senior Sport Girl and Boy were Phenyo Nkoana, Isreal Cheloane, KĂŠon de Wet, Paballo Metsi. Above: Outstanding Academic Achievements and their names are as follows: Shannon Choto, Lesego Maribe, Khutso Lekalakala, Ado Bhembe, Zinhle Mapanga, Khutso Mphahlele and Nokutenda Zvinodavanhu.
Photographs & information: Joshua Generation
Joshua Generation recently held their prize giving ceremony. Learners were rewarded for their participation in sport, academic achievements as well as general Christian character traits.
Soccer winners were Shannon Choto, Blessing Phiri, Tlhokomelo Nakedi and Nerine van Wyk.
Outstanding Christian Character awards went to Nola Mamogobo, Nokotenda Zvindavanhu, Nerine van Wyk, Marley Modiba and Gareth Moyo
The His Servants Award went to Boithekgo Makua.
The learners above received trophies for Accumulative Scriptures.
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The year of Heroes at Tubatse Chrome
Going for a green economy Tubatse Chrome, one of the Samancor Chrome Smelting Operations situated in Steelpoort, Limpopo has undertaken a commitment of choice to preserve the environment by harvesting the waste heat from the smelting operations and generate electricity. The company still prides itself with the production of charge chrome (core business) that enables the creation of a strong, clean and safe stainless steel that adds lasting value for a brighter future, in a true sense that supports sustainability initiatives. The Green Economy Project was approved early 2011 and the design work commenced promptly. The civil construction work commenced late 2012 and the mechanical assemblies continued until May 2014. A total of six Heat Recovery Steam Generators (HRSGs) were built with a total capacity of 146t/h of steam and 2 x 15MW TurboGenerator units. To further preserve the environment in terms of water consumption, Tubatse opted for Air Cooled Condensers with frequency controls for efficient operation. The plant has its own Reverse Osmosis (RO) water treatment plant which feeds from treated water pumped through boreholes and plant recycle to further reduce ground water contaminations from our operations. The plant has capacity to generate 216GWh of power per annum with a saving of approximately 126 000t of coal, reducing the carbon footprint by approximately 200 000t CO2e per annum. There is no generation of extra waste gas, slag, dust or other harmful gases. These aspects together with the reduced dust to the gas handling plant render the project compliant to
the requirements of the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM): Saving energy; reduced blow down; high technology; good economic efficiency; low energy consumption; low pollution and full exertion of the advantage of human resources The commissioning of the plant commenced February 2014, with two boilers located at the West Plant. The rest of the 4 boilers were commissioned in June 2014. Turbine 1 was synchronised for the 1st time on 23 March 2014 and generated a maximum of 16.5MW (Peak) on 18 September 2014!! Turbine 2 was synchronised on 25 June 2014 and generated a maximum of 15.3MW (Peak) on 28 November 2014. The optimisation processes are underway to ensure we reach our milestone of 30MW continuous generation. The project has had a significant impact in the social challenges of the Greater Tubatse community. Over 20 individuals were trained in basic skills in various disciplines including fitting, electrical, welding etc. Over 50% of the capital spent on the project was spent locally with ad hoc work given to the local Greater Tubatse contractors. The project has resulted in permanent employment of 35 personnel including crafts, operators and supervisors. We take pride in leading the ferrochrome industry in the waste heat recovery projects to generate electricity. It is a STRIDE from the commitment of sustainable development and positioning of our business to be technologically competitive in our processes. (Article: Michael Ngobeni, Ops Manager (PGP/PSP/ WTP)
One of the teams working on the Green Economy Project. The Plant has taken shape over the last year and is now a beacon next to the older buildings at Tubatse Chrome near Steelpoort.
Employees commemorate World Aids Day On the 1st of December, employees at Tubatse Chrome commemorated World AIDS Day with a motivational talk given by Ms. Sizi Mnisi, a young woman living with HIV/AIDS. The message “Don’t discriminate, if you’re not infected, you are affected” really hit home as many of us do not realise the impact that this dreaded disease has on our lives even if we are not infected.
Tubatse Chrome wishes all a blessed Christmas and prosperous New Year!
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The year of Heroes at Tubatse Chrome
Celebrating long service and excellent work The prestigious Tubatse Gala Evening was held in November at the Tubatse Chrome Club. The purpose of this annual function is to acknowledge employees’ outstanding achievements in their various areas of work throughout the year as well as honour those employees with 10 – 35 years of service. The following employees received awards in their respective categories: Best Engineer – Charles Christmas; Best Supervisor – Herman Venter; Best SHEQ Practitioner – Maryna Herman; Best Artisan – Mpho Mashabela; Best SME Operator – Lucas Tshoma and Oupa Ndimandze; Best Operator – Edwin Lingwati and Lazarus Mogoane; Best Support Service employee – Thomas Harmse and Best Safety Rep – George Mabagoane. The coveted “Employee of the Year” award went to Peter Coetzee for his outstanding work at the East Plant Department. The following employees were acknowledged for their Long service to the company: 10 years: Anton van Niekerk; Arrie Heyl; Bafuwang Moganedi; Dickson Jamela; Driekus Oosthuizen; Jaco Myburgh; Jorrie JOrdaan; Patrick Sibanyoni; Phillip Simenti; Onimus Kgatuke; Richard Maraba; Rudi Stoltz and Simon Masilela. 15 Years: Albert Sekopa; Cederick Mndebele; Hannelie Venter; Linda Visagie; Nelom Mojalefa; Simon Rantho and Ngwalebotse Serage. 25 years: Sidwell Maloma and Willie Abrie 30 years: Petrus Nkosi and Jan Molapo 35 years: Ina McCarthy; Jerry Mtsweni and Thomas Mampa
Mr. Peter Coetzee from East Plant was the Ms. Ina McCarthy, Mr Jerry Mtsweni and Mr. Thomas Mampa all Employee of the Year. Mr. Andor Esbach, have 35 years service with the company. With them are Mr Andor Esbach and Mr Andries Nieuwoudt. General Manager at Tubatse Chrome handed him his trophy and certificate.
Mr Sidwell Maloma has 25 years service. Below: Employees with 10 year service.
Movember for cancer awareness During Prostate Cancer Awareness month in November, male employees were challenged to participate in the Movember challenge. To show
their support of finding a cure for Prostate cancer and overall male health being, employees had to grow a moustache for the whole month.
Employees with 15 years service: Albert Sekopa, Cedrick Mndebele, Hannelie Venter, Linda Visagie, Nelom Mojalefa, Simon Rantho and Ngwalebotse Serage.
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The year of Heroes at Tubatse Chrome
Looking after employees’ well-being
Employees could have various health checks done.
On the 2nd and 3rd of December, Avoir Medical Aid brokers in association with Medshield, Discovery Health and the Department of Health hosted a Wellness Day on site. Employees were encouraged to have their blood pressure, glucose levels and Body Mass Index tested to name but a few. VCCT was also available. The event was well attended, with over 200 employees who want to be proactive in managing their health.
Women reach out to community As part of community outreach, the Women in Chrome Committee visited the grade 8 and grade 9 girl learners of Makopole II Secondary. Members of the committee inspired girls to remain focused at school; to remember their self-worth and to never doubt their capabilities, despite problems they might experience.
Building team spirit with action and food During September and October, the employees were invited to enjoy the day getting know their peers from different departments. The CU and below employees were challenged both physically and mentally during their “Step Up” teambuilding activity. Activities included a Big Swing; a foefie slide; and target shooting to mention but a few. After the festivities of the day, employees were treated to delicious meal at the Club. The D and E levels participated in a Tubatse Chef competition where their culinary skills were put to the test. Employees were given free range to create their own 3-course meal using only the ingredients given in the ‘Mystery box’. A fun time was held by all; with Nico Panagio keeping the sprits up and Chef Tian providing the employees with some great cooking tips. Action was the key during the “Step Up” team building activity. Creating their own meal from a ‘mystery box’ was also great fun.
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Employees make a difference In an effort to increase group cohesion, employees on the D-band level have been divided into groups made up of members from disciplines within the company. Each team then has to identify a need in the surrounding communities and address that need as best they can. Team Dragos installed a water pump to the jojo tank at a church in Eerstegeluk. The Moral Advocates: donated study guides to schools in the area including: Kgahlanong; Lehlaba; Makopole; Mashupye and Seokgomo
Planting a legacy Arbor Day Celebrations This year’s Arbour Day celebrations, themed ‘Plant a Legacy’ saw employees plant over sixty Fever trees along the walkway to the CRP. The day was thoroughly enjoyed by all, improving team spirit as well as making our world a bit greener.
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Wildevy Manne sluit die jaar af Die Wildevy Manne het verlede week Saterdag, 6 Desember hul jaar afgesluit met ‘n heerlike kuier by PLM Boerdery. Die manne het hul gesinne saamgebring en daar is gekuier en weggelê aan garnale en varkribbetjies. Die vure het hoog gebrand en almal kon lekker gesellig verkeer. Hannes Venter, die uittredende voorsitter het ‘n vinnige oorsig Die Wildevy Manne het onlangs hul nuwe bestuur vir 2015 gekies. Hulle is bo: Willem Montgomery, Jan Britz, Jacques Gouws, Thinus Labuschagne, Dewald Pretorius en Hannes Venter.
van die jaar gegee en almal bedank vir hul bydraes deur die jaar. Die mans het ook tydens die aand ‘n geskenkie vanaf die Wildevy Manne aan hul vrouens of meisies oorhandig. Die planne vir 2015 is reeds daar en die gemeenskap kan uitsien na wat die manne beplan. Hou volgende jaar die pers dop vir meer oor wat gaan gebeur.
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ASA Metals commemorate World Aids Day On Friday, the 4th of December, ASA Metals commemorated World Aids Day. Various wellness programmes were available for employees. The SHEQ Manager, Mr Prince Mkhonto (photo bottom left) gave an inspirational message to all the employees who attended the function. Everyone was entertained by the ASA Metal’s choir. During the function certificates were handed over to the three Top Peer Educators at ASA Metals. Mr Elneth Thulare received a Certificate of appreciation for his valuable contribution towards the HIV/Aids awareness programmes launched at ASA Metals. Afterwards, Mr Prince Mkhonto and the NUM and Numsa shop stewards lit a candle in memory of those who lost their lives to this disease.
Liana Thomas and Betta Mahlokoane.
Diboneng Kgwetiane with Liana Thomas.
Mr Elneth Thulare received a Certificate of appreciation. (Photographs & article: ASA Metals)
William Matlole and Liana Thomas.
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Winners smile all the way with Tubatse SUPERSPAR
Mr Doctor Madlopa wond an iron. It was handed to him by Ms Florence Modingwana from Spar.
Tubatse SUPERSPAR is currently running their Hit the Jackpot competition and lucky shoppers can walk away with prizes ranging from shopping vouchers to the big prize - a VW Polo. Mr Nkoana Ntoampe (photo on the right) was one of the lucky winners. He won a mountain bike. It was handed over by Ms Trafer Kwete. All the competition details are in store and customers can enter as may times as they like to help increase their chances of winning the big price. (Photgraphs and information: Tubatse SUPERSPAR)
Ms Mmaleeto Ngcongwane received a R500 voucher from Ms Itumeleng Mampshe from Spar.
Mr Moses Komane received a R500 shopping voucher from Ms. Selena Nyundu from Tubatse SUPERSPAR.
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Arrive Alive Local Marathon runner and motivational speaker, Daniël Makua (Marathon) would like to wish everyone a safe festive season. “Don’t drink and drive, pedestrians should not just walk accross the street, do not speed and rest enough when traveling. May everyone have blessed Christmas and all safely return home in 2015”.
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Watervalsrivier Geloftefeesvieringe 2014 “Die Geloftefees-vieringe in die vallei is gewoonlik die hoogtepunt van die valleiers se jaar. Lank voor die tyd word koekies en beskuit gebak en reëlings getref vir tente en karavane,” vertel Elize Ballack. “Feesganger tant Hennie Naudé het in Desember die jaar voor sy 1geword het, (gebore 25Mei 1925), vir die eerste maal die fees bygewoon. Sedertien het sy nog nooit die geleentheid gemis nie. Vanjaar sal dit haar 90ste bywoning van die Watervalsrivier Geloftefees-vieringe wees”. “Vanjaar herdenk die Watervalsriviervallei gemeenskap die Bloedrivier-gelofte vir die 95ste keer. Die eerste twee jaar (1920 en 1921) is dit in die eertydse Buffelsvleij skooltjie in die vallei gevier. Sedertien word die herdenkings gevier op die perseel wat steeds, tot vandag in gebruik is, die “Feeshuis”. Die Watervalsriviervallei Geloftefees perseel is presies halfpad tussen Lydenburg en Burgersfort geleë. Die eerste feeshuis is uit sink gebou deur onder andere Martiens van Rensburg en Koos Naudé. Gedurende 1948 word die feeshuis herbou met bakstene wat deur Dirk Winterbach gemaak is. Die totale boukoste van die gebou het £600 beloop. In die vroeër jare van die herdenkings is daar nog met ossewaens gekamp. Waens is dan netjies in ‘n laervorm gerangskik onder toesig van die kampkommandant. Om 4uur op die oggend van die 16de is saluutskote afgevuur in ‘n suidelike rigting na die berg toe. Die geleentheid is eerbiedig deur skriflesing en gebed. Die laer vandag is meer modern, maar word steeds getrek, en sekere tradisies steeds gehandhaaf.
“Hoekom klou ons nog steeds aan die herdenking van Geloftedag? Is dit nie dalk ‘n verkramptevasklou aan ‘n stuk verdelende Afrikaner geskiedenis nie? As mens kyk na die geskiedenis en die aanloop van gebeure tot die nag van 16Desember 1838besef ons weereens, dat dit dié beslissende slag was in die wordings-geskiedenis van die Afrikaner. Ons herdenk dit dus as ‘n geloofsdaad, waar die Trekkers hul swakheid en afhanklikheid erken het, en waar hul nederig bondgenootskap gesoek het by God. Bloedrivier word dus nie beskou as ‘n oorwinning van wit oor swart nie, maar as ‘n oorwinning van Christelike orde oor chaos en doodslag. (Artikel: Elize Ballack) Hierdie jaar lyk ons program as volg, almal word uitgenooi. SATERDAG 13 DESEMBER Laertrek onder leiding van Albert Winterbach, kampkommandant. 14:00– Potjiekos ete – almal eet saam; 18:00– Boeredans in die saal. SONDAG 14 DESEMBER 08:30– Biduur; 10:00– Vertrek na waterval – neem eie goed saam vir brunch by die water; 18:00– Bring en braai by die saal – pap sous en kole voorsien MAANDAG 15 DESEMBER 11:00– Boeresport; 18:00– Toneel: “Waar die klokkie lui”. Toegang R10 DINSDAG 16 DESEMBER 04:00– Saluutskote; 08:00– DVD in die saal; 09:00– Erediens – Ds Willie Botha – Algemene vergadering volg die diens; 13:00– Gesamentlike ete onder die boom (toegang: bring ‘n gereg); 18:00– Speletjie aand WOENSDAG 17 DESEMBER Laer afbreek. Kontak vir Dirk Winterbach (voorsitter) op 082 886 2012 of vir Albert Winterbach (kampkommandant) op 079 508 3960 vir verdere inligting.
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TRP - one of the leaders of the pack As in all the previous events, Two Rivers Platinum employees came out in full force to support the Sekhukhune District Municipality Executive Mayor’s Annual Marathon last weekend. Two Rivers Platinum is one of the founding members of this event. Two Rivers sponsored the 10km water point where the coldest water and refreshing sport drinks were handed out to the runners. Besides the water point sponsorship, Two Rivers Platinum contributed R20 000 towards the Executive Mayor’s Bursary Fund which enables identified learners from poor backgrounds to further their studies at institutions of higher learning.
Healthy employees are the key to success On 3 and 4 November TRP held Wellness Days. The aim of this was to promote awareness of HIV and Aids, the dangers of high or low blood pressure, glucose levels and the advantages of a healthy body, cholesterol levels and the importance of eye sight. The dangers of substance abuse were also highlighted to encourage employees to test and know their HIV status. The activities were hosted at the Main Portal Auditorium and consisted of the following: (HCT) HIV counseling and testing, Blood Pressure testing, Dental care, Glucose testing, TB screening, Audiologist, Occupational Hygienist Department, Eye sight testing, Dietitian, BMI measuring, Platinum Health and Medshield information sessions.
Caring for communities’ health A HCT campaing was launched at Steelpoort Park on the Maremele School playground. With the help of the Ga-Rantho local clinic TB screening were glucose testing was done. The Aurum Institute conducted HCT and Blood Pressure testing. Avoir offered their support on the day and Medshield Medical Aid sponsored the event with gifts which were presented to the participants after testing. The aim of the event was to make people aware of their HIV status and to teach them to lead a healthy lifestyle.
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Reaching out to the children of Apiesdoring On Saturday last week Pastor Lifi Tlaka hosted an outreach to the children of Apiesdoring. The group gathered at the sports grounds and despite experiencing challenges such as a failure of sound equipment and delayed transport, they enjoyed themselves thoroughly. The children were entertained with various games such as sack race and egg and spoon races. Although fun was what drew the children there, it was not only games being played. During the day Pastor Lifi also spread the word of God to the children and they were encouraged to speak out against abuse and violence. Pastor Lifi thanked everyone who contributed towards the success of the day. Thanks to the donations he received, the children could be fed before going home at the end of the day.
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 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
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Administrative Secretary Safety and Systems
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Laboratory Supervisors
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Engineering Superintendent
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Coordinator Driver
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Laboratory Technician Laboratory Assistant
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Laboratory Superintendent
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Cost Control Data Clerk Stores Assistant
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Process Superintendent
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Materials Controller
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Control Room Operator
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Boilermaker
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Production Operator - Crushers Production Assistant - Crushers
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Diesel Mechanic Electrician
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Production Assistant - Dms Production Operator - Mill
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Engineering Assistant (Electrician) Engineering Assistant Boilermaker
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Production Assistant - Mill Production Attendant - Flotation Production Assistant - Reagents
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Engineering Assistant Fitter Engineering Foreman Mechanical Fitter
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Shift Superintendent
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Instrument Technician Maintenance Coordinator
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Electrical / Instrumentation Foreman
CLOSING DATE: 10 January 2015
Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews. Please mark your application in bold and clear at the top of the first page of your application/CV to indicate 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 e-mail your CV to recruitment@platinumaus.com or Fax to 013 230 7450
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4. Oornag Akkommodasie/ Overnight Accommodation MONTHLY OR DAILY ACCOMMODATION IN BURGERSFORT Khadima’s Lodge now open. 171 Nyala Street, Ext. 5, Burgersfort. Opposite Department of Labour. Contact: 076 666 1100/013 231 8609
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Betrekking/Vacancy MOSMO TAX CONSULTANTS 2012/204511/07
SERVICES: Company Registration, Tax Clearance Certificates, Tax Returns, BBB-EE, Liquor License, NHBRC, CIDB & Pricing.
A world-class opportunity in Mining and Beneficiation
Contact: Mr MM Mmaboko Tel: 072 326 8057; Whatsapp: 071 279 0078; Fax: 086 691 1833; E-mail: mosmocc@gmail.com Office @ Riba Cross next to Sasko Bakery
The ASA Metals Smelter and its subsidiary, Dilokong Chrome Mine, are situated in the eastern limb of the Bushveld Ingneous Complex (BIC), where some 83% of the world’s chrome reserves are located. The key to our ongoing success has been continuous innovation and development. These endeavours include: • A chromium production mine • An ore beneficiation plant • Pelletising and sinter plant • Four 66 MVA production furnaces. These exciting developments have necessitated the employ of only the best the mining profession has to offer. Join us at our operation, close to the rapidly expanding town of Burgersfort in the Limpopo Province.
Mechanical Foreman’s Smelter Engineering Role Purpose: Ensuring the optimum availability of specified engineering equipment at the lowest cost and at the optimum reliability levels. Role Responsibilities: Read and interpret mechanical and structural steel drawings Ensure that day to day performance is measured and reviewed and corrective actions initiated and monitored. Ensure that an ongoing team and individual performance measurement and review takes place within the section Ensure day to day resources is effectively and efficiently utilised Improving the overall performance of the work place to ensure optimum service delivery Advises on equipment replacement when needed Schedules the use of resources on a day to day basis Conducting fault finding on specified equipment and executing repairs or replacements Conducts on job coaching. Requirements: NQF Level 5 qualification in the Mechanical field or National Diploma Trade test qualified: Boilermaker/Fitter At least 3 years experience in the engineering environment as a Foreman. Experience in arc furnaces will be an advantage Supervisory qualification. Knowledge of the Quality Management Systems. Ability to perform inspections to comply with legal requirements The ability to facilitate effective and action oriented performance review activities involving all required stakeholders. Drivers licence and own transport. General: ASA Metals (Pty) Ltd/Dilokong Chrome Mine (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will be given to historically disadvantaged South Africans. Assessments may be one of themethods utilised to determine the successful candidate. The company offers a competitive remuneration package commensurate with the position. The Company reserves the right not to appoint. Please forward your application, stating which position you are applying for by e-mail: mmabuza@asametals.co.za Applicants who have not heard from the Company within 30 days after the closing date must accept that their applications were not successful.
Closing date: 24 December 2014
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Kennisgewing/Notice NOTICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORIZATION (EA) ENVIRONMENTAL AUTHORIZATION (EA) IN TERMS OF THE NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT ACT (NEMA), 1998: NG R. 543 AND 544 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW PROPOSED 132kV/33kV TWO RIVERS SUBSTATION AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE NEW 12 KM LONG 132 kV POWER LINE FROM THE PROPOSED 132kV/33kV TWO RIVERS SUBSTATION TO THE PROPOSED 132kV/33 kV KAMENI SUBSTATION WITHIN THE GREATER TUBATSE MUNICIPALITY IN THE LIMPOPO PROVINCE This serves as notification that on 20/11/2014 the Department of Environmental Affairs (DEA) granted an EA for the above mentioned project : DEA REF: 14/12/16/3/3/1/965 & NEAS REF: DEA/EIA/0002010/2013 A copy of the EA detailing the DEA’s reasons for granting the EA for the above mentioned proposed activity as well as a copy of simplified EA Appeal procedures may be obtained from Tikamupo Environmental Consultancy on request. Should you need a copy of the EA, please contact T.R. Tshivhandekano on the following contact details: Postal Address: Box 6775, Thohoyandou, 0950; Cell: (082 335 0648); Fax: 086 513 8724 Please note that in terms of Chapter 7 of the NEMA Environmental Impact Assessment Regulations NG R. 543 gazetted in 2010, parties wishing to appeal any aspect of DEA’s decision to grant the EA must lodge a notice to appeal with the Minister within 20 days of the date of the EA, by means of one of the following;
www.asametals.co.za
ZERO HARM HONESTY TEAMWORK CARE
By Post: Private Bag x 447, Pretoria, 0001 or By Hand: Environmental House, 473 Steve Biko Road, Arcadia, Pretoria
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Appeals must be submitted in writing to: Mr Z Hassam, Director: Appeals and Legal Review of the Department of Environmental Affairs at the above mentioned addresses. Mr Hassam can be contacted at: Tel: 012 3999 356; Email: AppealsDirector@environment.gov.za
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Itirele Primary wins big with Collect-A-Can Itirele Primary School in Praktiseer mean business when they start a project. This school has just won R25 000 in the CollectA-Can Schools Competition. It is the second consecutive year that they’ve achieved this. The fund raising committe of the school is very proud of this. The school managed to collect 608 000 cans during 2014. They also received money as monthly prizes in the months they were the school with the most collected cans. Below are the proud teachers with the trophy and certificates the school received.
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Helping rural communities improve access to water Christmas came early for the community of Kgautswane and surrounding villages. They were donated more than 200 water tanks and hippo rollers with the aim to alleviate the daily struggle of carrying water on their heads. The project is internationally recognised and is linked to Nelson Mandela who during his tenure wholly supported it. He once appealed all organisations to support the project as it positively changing the lives of millions of South Africans. According to Grant Gibbs who is the executive director of the project, they mostly help women and children as they are the ones who endure the burden of transporting water. “The Hippo Roller enable them to transport more water, more easily and in less time from water points that are often located far from their homes. We achieved this by partnering with like –minded organisations and individuals who feel compelled to share their wealth with poorer communities” he said. Women, children and elderly people are mostly the ones forced to fetch and carry water to their homes. Water points are often about 1 - 10 km away. It is time consuming to collect water requiring multiple trips. Water is heavy and carrying water on the head can cause neck and spinal injuries.
The Water Roller is the solution to these as it allows a person to collect 5 times more water than a single bucket by simply rolling it along the ground (pulling or pushing it). The Hippo Water Roller is effective in the following; Carries 90 litres of water; Last longer (5 to 7 years); Durable-designed to use in tough terrains; Weight of water is borne on the ground and distributed over a wide rolling surface; The wide rolling surface helps compact soil to minimise erosion unlike narrow wheelbarrows; Improves hygiene and health; Empower women and children; More time to attending school for better education. The 202 water rollers and tanks were distributed through the Kgautswane Thusong Service Centre and received by Clara Masinga who is the centre manager and founder of the centre. She encouraged the community to look after the water tankers and not misuse them. (Article and photographs: Doc Marebane)
Eastern Limb Mines & Sekhukhune District Executive Mayor’s Race
Keeping athletes hydrated Twickenham Platinum Mine hosted a waterpoint during the Eastern Limb Mines & Sekhukhune District Executive Mayor’s Race on 6 December 2014. The team provided athletes with ice cold water saches and energy drinks. Twickenham Platinum believes in Zero Harm and promotes the well-being of their employees and communities - that is why an event such as this race receives whole hearted support from the Mine.
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SPORT Athetes win big Athletes walked away with big prize money in the annual Eastern Limb Mines & Sekhukhune District Executive Mayor’s road race. A total of 146 athletes competed in the 10km race and 152 in the 21km race. The 21km started a short distance from Penge and the finish was at the CN Phatudi campus of the Sekhukhune FET College. Stephen Mokoka was die winner in the men’s open race. He walked away with R15000. Lucky Mohale was second and he won R8000. Joel Mmone came third and he won R5000.Johannes Kekana was the first veteran to cross the line and Francis Makuka the first masters athlete. Thabang Mosiako was the first junior to finish. The women received the same prize money. Their winners were Alicen Manake, Thozama April (second) and Nobuhle Mahlangu (third). Thabita Tsatsa was the first veteran and Mary Mivelase the first master. Margaret Boshoe was the first grand master to cross the line. Thandi Sehohle was the first junior to finish. Mr Remember Mmbengwa from Dwarsrivier Mine encouraged the athletes to join the various clubs at the mines. He told them that most clubs have community runners or community sporting participants. The mines are also supporting events like the race because they want the communities surrounding them to be healthy.