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Rietgat Police alerts community during winter Community members are advised to avoid walking alone The Rietgat SAPS would like to call on the community to be more vigilant and alert since the winter season is gradually setting in.

By Captain Stephen Maluleka As the station, experience has taught us that during the winter season, thugs take advantage editorial@tshwanebulletin.co.za of the situation by mugging people at points

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where they catch different transport to work.

We would like to warn our community to also make sure that they go to their different departure points in groups to avoid falling victims of opportunistic crimes that takes place in the dark. Train, bus and taxi commuters

news Cellphone users are also urged to refrain from chatting while walking in the dark

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Community members using public transport are further urged to leave early from parties, funerals and weddings so that they reach their destinations before sunset.

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Hebrews 11:1: “Faith shows the reality of what we hope for; it is the evidence of things we cannot see.”

using the Mabopane Station subway are also encouraged to walk in groups to deter wannabe criminals.

Community members using public transport are further urged to leave early from parties, funerals and weddings so that they reach their destinations before sunset.

The station further advise the community to avoid walking alone and meeting in isolated areas or use thoroughfare/short cuts during this period especially at night or early morning.

Cellphone users are also urged to refrain from chatting while walking in the dark since chatting takes away the concentration of seeing what lies ahead, and that’s when criminals pounce on unsuspecting people.

The Rietgat SAPS further extends the message to joggers to avoid using their smartphones while running on the side of the road in the early hours of the morning.

As the police, we would like to ascertain the inhabitants that their safety is a priority to the station and it is a constitutional imperative to make sure that they are and feel safe at all times.

It is incumbent on us as the police to share the crime patterns with all the community members, so that they are aware of everything happening in their surroundings.

The station will also continue to ensure that more patrol vehicles are despatched in order to combat all opportunistic crimes during the winter season and beyond.

The Station Commander, Colonel Stephina Nkosi call on to every community member to blow the whistle against crime, no matter the type of crime they are experiencing.

Anyone who witnesses any criminal activity in their surroundings or neighbourhood should contact the police on Crime Stop number 0860010111 or My SAPS App Rietgat SAPS 012 432 7806.

ActionSA to pen letter to Tshwane Mayor

By Letlhogonolo Mosete The President of ActionSA, Herman Mashaba, will be writing to the Mayor of the City of Tshwane, Cllr Randall Williams, the Minister of Home Affairs, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi, and the South African Revenue Service (SARS) following a visit to Temba Police Station and an in loco inspection of Kudube Ext 2, in Temba Hammanskraal, where the community has become the target of criminals perpetrating alleged property invasions, bylaw infringements, reported attempted hijackings, and other criminal activity.

This follows a visit occasioned by community reports of rising criminality which culminated

in an alleged attempted hijacking by a gang of assailants who are also alleged to be undocumented persons. It is alleged that the assailants are well known to the community. With the assistance of ActionSA, a case has since been opened with the South African Police Service (SAPS).

During the visit, Mashaba engaged with police at the Temba Police Station, demanding that the community's concerns regarding criminality be taken seriously. ActionSA will continue to monitor the police’s response to crime in the area, in general, and the specific case against this gang of criminals.

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During the visit to the area, it also became evident that a substantial amount of law enforcement needs to be undertaken by various spheres of government.

The construction of illegal structures, alleged illegal occupation of properties and infringements of bylaw seems to have become commonplace. These are community concerns which crime the DA-led City of Tshwane cannot be allowed to ignore – the people of Hammanskraal deserve better. Further, SARS needs to be brought into the fold to ensure that all businesses operating within the area are compliant and legal.

Equally, concerns

regarding the influx of undocumented persons must be addressed by the Department of Home Affairs to ensure the regularisation of non-compliant individuals.

This is important for the rule of law and allows the City of Tshwane to lobby for additional resources from the national government to care for all its residents. This is a matter which affects Tshwane, Johannesburg, Durban and other cities across South Africa. That is why ActionSA will seek an urgent engagement with Minister Motsoaledi on this issue.

It is high time that our communities see what caring, committed and inclusive governance can be.

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Havaal vehicles hijacking on the rise in Ga-Rankuwa Never make eye contact with hijackers

Ga- Rankuwa Police Station Communication Officer Captain Matthews Nkoadi issued the communique recently

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a-Rankuwa Police Communication Unit has issued an alert to the community at large after noting with great concern a spike in car hijackings, specifically Havaal vehicle made models.

There police station has seen à lot of reports of hijacking of these cars recently in Ga-Rankuwa and surrounding areas.

All victims who fell victim to this crime claim to have been pointed with firearms by

men more than three in number, who are dropped off by one the getaway cars, who immediately speed off after hijacking them.

Preliminary investigation and information received from sources claim that these car’s engines are removed and placed in Toyota Quantums. Victims of all hijackings are advised to stay calm when pointed with a firearm, and never do eye contact with the suspect, except to look for signs that may assist to identify them.

Immediately after being hijacked are requested to seek help and contact the nearest police station for further

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Ga- Rankuwa Police Station Communication Officer Captain Matthews Nkoadi said “The police have also noticed that there are people, especially girlfriends and boyfriends who still prefers to sit and chat in their cars in front of the gates outside a yard this has also proven to be an attractive element to the hijackers, hence a strong warning is directed at such people.

Anyone who might be noticing crime as it happens is requested to contact the police on their crime stop number 0860010111 or use MY SAPS APP ,and may remain anonymous.

Operation Okae Molao nets 178 suspects

During the operation fifteen undocumented people were arrested

By Letlhogonolo Mosete editorial@tshwanebulletin.co.za As operation Okae Molao was in full swing, a 67 year- old male was arrested for dealing in dagga whereby three black refuse plastic bags containing dagga were confiscated in Winterveldt recently.

Multidisciplinary forces comprising of South African Police Service, Gauteng Traffic, Tshwane Metro police Department (TMPD), Tracker and Home Affairs embarked on Operation 'Okae Molao' in the North of Tshwane.

During the operation fifteen undocumented people were arrested at a roadblock at corner Bushveldt and Molefe Makinta road. Two suspects were arrested for possession of drugs, one for dealing in liquor without a license and the liquor was also confiscated.

Four suspects were arrested for contravening the second hand goods act while one was arrested for possession of drugs.

A further one hundred and fifty

Community Safety MEC Faith Mazibuko and Gauteng Police Commissioner Elias Mawela four (154) suspects were arrested for road traffic act by Gauteng Traffic and (TMPD) and were issued with fines to the value of fifty five thousand, seven hundred and sixty rands (R55 760)

Tshwane District Commissioner, Major General Hilda Mohajane said “I am pleased with the arrests and these types of operations will continue to make sure that all the people of Tshwane are and feel safe.”

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Voter registration date announced

By Letlhogonolo Mosete The Electoral Commission (IEC) has announced voter registration for the October Local Government Elections will be held on the weekend of 17-18 July 2021.

In a statement, the Commission said on this weekend all 23 146 voting stations around the country will open from 8am to 5pm to assist new voters to register and existing voters to check and, where necessary, update their registration details.

In the lead-up to this weekend, the IEC said it would embark on a nationwide voter education and awareness campaign.

This, it said, would be to encourage all eligible voters to make sure they are ready to participate in the elections scheduled to be held on 27 October 2021.

“This campaign will span a variety of multimedia platforms including television, radio, outdoor and digital media along with targeted interventions aimed specifically at young, first-time voters. These will include registration initiatives at schools, tertiary education campuses and other opportunities,” reads the statement.

IEC said the 17-18 July weekend would be the only general voter registration opportunity for voters to register and check their registration at their voting stations.

“However, on-going voter registration will continue during working hours at local IEC offices until the proclamation of the elections,” they said.

In addition, registered voters will still be able to amend their registration details through the “Click, Check, Confirm” functionality on the website of the Electoral Commission. The facility was introduced in 2018 and has been used by over 350 000 voters to update their details.

In order to register as a voter, citizens must be at least 16-years-old, a South African in possession of a valid South African ID document – either a green barcoded ID book or a smartcard ID. “Voters are reminded that they must be registered at a voting station in the ward in which they are ordinarily resident and must provide an address or detailed description of a place of residence.

However, proof of address (e.g. in the form of a utilities account) is not required for registration.”

The IEC said voters visiting a voting station in person to register or update their details should wear a mask or appropriate face covering and observe social distancing.

“Hand sanitizing facilities as well as stationery will be provided at each voting station. Voters wishing to bring their own pen are encouraged to do so even though pens will be provided and sanitized routinely,” the IEC said.

Eligible voters can find out more about where, when and how to register by visiting the Electoral Commission website at www.elections.org.za. From June the LGE 2021 Contact Centre (0800 11 8000) will also be available to assist voters via phone and email (info@elections.org.za).

Voters will also be assisted on the Electoral Commission’s Facebook page and Twitter account (@IECSouthAfrica).

Existing voters can check their current registration details on the website or by SMSing their ID number to 32810 (cost R1).

The Electoral Commission also urged all eligible voters – and especially first-time voters – to make use of the one-and-only registration weekend or the online portal to prepare to vote in October this year.

“Voters who have moved house since the last election as well as those with incorrect, incomplete or missing addresses are especially urged to update their details.

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ActionSA lay criminal charges in Hammanskraal SOSHTIMES

We expect that SAPS will investigate the complaints made

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Newly formed political party ActionSA, together with complainants of Manyeleti in Temba, Hammanskraal, has hit the ground running by laying criminal charges against a gang of criminals said to be terrorising residents in the area orchestrating alleged illegal land invasions, and now, an attempted vehicle hijacking.

A case was opened at Temba Police Station. At the time of writing, the South African Police Service (SAPS) had yet to provide a case number for the incident.

This follows recent reports that, four alleged assailants attacked a member of the community, claiming that his vehicle belonged to them.

Within half an hour, it is alleged that more assailants alleged to be undocumented foreign nationals joined the group to assist in the attempted hijacking.

local news A case was opened at Temba Police Station.

Fortunately, members of the community foiled the assailants’ plan by intervening.

According to the community, this is not the first instance of criminal activity by the group – who are known to the community.

So far, the SAPS has failed to take

decisive action and bring law and order to the community. Mr Frank Nkwanyane, a member of the community, says, “What was once a business hub for locals has now been taken over by these elements.”

We cannot stand by and let criminal, no matter

who they are and where they come from, to take over our communities.

It is the responsibility of SAPS to ensure that the community’s safety is ensured and illegal activity in the area comes to an end Indeed, Numbeo’s 2021 Crime Index, recently ranked Tshwane as the most dangerous South African city to live in, with the highest crime score and lowest safety score.

The days of leaving our communities, particularly the poorest of the poor, to fend for themselves against criminals, must come to an end – ActionSA will fight for the safety and wellbeing of our communities.

We expect that SAPS will investigate the complaints made by the community while equally liaising with the Department of Home Affairs to investigate allegations around undocumented persons and taking steps to ensure the regularisation of said individuals.

ActionSA will be writing to the Department of Home Affairs to ensure that the community’s concerns are brought to the department’s attention.

Together with the community, we will continue to engage the local SAPS to ensure that the matter is addressed.

College and Foundation sign MoU

LEFT : Dr. Sam Motsuenyane signs the Memorandum of Understanding at ODI Campus TOP : One of the beneficiaries from the foundation Ms. Thatohatsi Mabonela

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ne of the country’s leading TVET learning institutions Tshwane South College, in conjunction with the Dr. Sam Motsuenyane Rural Development Foundation forged a symbiotic working relationship tilting the educational scale towards learner’s development.

The foundation and college signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the Odi Campus recently. The MoU seeks to merge the theoretical and

practical aspects of the college’s curriculum with the ground experience of the foundation.

Odi Campus Manager Mr. Simon Masango said “The partnership has been in the works since 2018, the talks were initiated by the Mabopane Network Forum. From our side we needed an entity that would offer the practical side of things and the Dr. Sam Motsuenyane Rural Development Foundation was a perfect fit for our institution and the for the community as well.”

Our goal is to establish an Agricultural Faculty that will help our students and the community.

One of the beneficiaries from the foundation Ms. Thatohatsi Mabonela who manufacures her own brand of ‘Gog’ Lilly’s’ peanut butter from scratch, thanked the foundation for its invaluable contribution towards her farming and entrepreneurial journey.

“I would like to thank the Dr. Sam Motsuenyane Rural Development Foundation for their generosity of assisting me into bringing my vision into fruition; your support makes it possible for us to exist. May you continue to impart knowledge and assist the community at large,” said Mabonela.

In his address Dr. Sam Motsuenyane

said “We commend such initiatives, it really shows that Tshwane South College takes its learner’s and the community seriously.

Agriculture is the backbone of the economy it should be the country’s top priority. We should unlock its full potential in order to be selfsufficient. I hope that the MoU is not just an agreement on a piece of paper, but will translate into tangible results.”

The foundations Chairperson Mr. Themba Mathibe said “We are excited about the trendsetting agreement with the college; it really shows that the institutions wants to empower its learners and the community. Agriculture plays an important role in our economy and such initiatives needs to be applauded.”

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Tshwane Metro Police arrest four suspects

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shwane Metro Police Tactical Unit members received a tip off on recently, about a male suspect in possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition in the Atteridgeville area.

The TMPD Tactical Unit members acted swiftly on the information provided. The description matching the suspect was spotted at Sekhu and Maunde Street in Atteridgeville.

When the suspect saw the officers, he tried to run but was immediately apprehended. He was searched and was found with a Glock 19 pistol and ammunition.

The firearm was checked and it was discovered that it belonged to Tshwane Metro Police Department and was reported stolen in 2018.

More information led the officers to three more suspects who was driving a white Toyota Avanza vehicle in the same area. The said vehicle was spotted and stopped with three male occupants inside.

They were searched and were found with two illegal firearms and ammunition.

All four suspects were arrested for

possession of illegal firearms and ammunition. The firearms recovered will be investigated further.

Tshwane Metropolitan Police Department Spokesperson Senior Superintendent Isaac Mahamba said

“Well done to the TMPD Tactical Unit members for their swift response and the apprehension of the suspects, our streets are much safer with recovery of illegal firearms and ammunition.

We continue to serve and protect.”

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GET DISCOUNTED FOR ADVERTISING IN BOTH PUBLICATIONS Some of the proud members of Omolemo Omogolo burn survivors who through the programme have learnt to love and accept their scars and living life to the fullest

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By Velencia Senoamadi hrough her support group, Omolemo Omogolo Burn Survivors SA, the Winterveldt based Neo Mocumi is using her pain, experience to give hope to burn survivors to live their life beyond their scars.

Her world came down tumbling at her feet when she suffered third degree burns to over 85 percent of her body, a fatal car explosion.

As if that was not enough, 13 years later the proverbial lightning struck home again this time at the cost of her younger sister’s life.

Her traumatic experiences have since then taught her how to love scars and use them inspire other burn survivors to accept their differences.

This as she knows that unlike others, burn injuries leave behind an emotive and physical scars that can last a lifetime.

“I was seated at the back seat of a car, enjoying the ride when all of a sudden it exploded and there were flames all over.

Everything happened so fast, I was so scared, I feared for the worst. I guess it was by God’s grace that I survived,” said Mocumi.

Since then Mocumi has launched #Stopstaringitsonlyscars a support programme that helps burn survivors to

cope with the long-term effects of their injuries.

“The programme attracted lot of burn survivors. Because their lives are altered forever, we offer them mental and emotional support programme. This is done so that they would not allow their scars to determine who they are.

The campaign did not only make positive impact in the lives of the burn survivors only. It also touched a lot of people who are battling internal scars also.

It gave them courage, strength, healing sense that they can turn their lives to normalcy,” said Mocumi.

She also launched # I'menough campaign focuses on building self-esteem, self-love and self acceptance.

Mocumi explained why the programmes are closer to her heart; “My younger sister who was living with epilepsy fell on top of a hot plat during her seizure. In the moment she suffered burn injuries to her body.

She died a month later due to kidney failure as her body was not responding to medication. During that time she struggled to cope and accept her burn injuries. She became so traumatised that she would not cooperate with nurses,” said Mocumi.

"Now I live my life to the fullest, I have accepted everything about myself even my scars too. My scars are now my stars and they shows that I am a victor and a survivor," Mesa Mokhethi a burn survivor who benefited from Mocumi’s programme.

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Jubille Mall recepients of the project of Muslims of Tshwane food hampers

he Project Muslims of Tshwane in conjunction with the Garden Social Services showed their benevolent side by donating 50 hampers, 30 canes to the visually impaired and orphans at Hammanskraal’s Jubilee Mall

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recently.

Falling under their activities scope includes social work, empowerment, agriculture, feeding, assisting the visually impaired and orphans. The organisations have established a good partnership with the local communities.

Founder of the Garden Social Services Abubakir Chouglay said “We have acquired a piece of land in Kanana in partnership with a local organisation, where we are going to build a center for the visually impaired and orphans.”

“The centre will also accommodate an in-

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Monate Gemmer quenches thirsts SOSHTIMES

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ot wanting to be added to the demoralizing unemployment statistics, two enterprising young lads saw an opportunity in the market and concocted a proudly south African thirst quenching beverage called ‘Monate Gemmer ‘ loosely translated delicious ginger.

Retaining its original taste by using the traditional brewing method, the pair’s vision is to tantalize the world’s taste buds with their home made brew.

The non –alcoholic brand is founded by 28 year-old Thabang Tseko and 27 years- old Benny Mooka. Tseko was born in Pretoria Ga-rankuwa, then his mom moved back home in Sharpeville when he was 5 months old.

“I was raised there up until I was 12 years old, then my sister took me to live with her in Pretoria. I attended primary school at Tsoaranang primary in Sharpeville then finished off my grade 7 in Laerskool Rachel De Beer at Pretoria North. I then proceeded to Pretoria North High School. After high school I went to Intec College to study logistics and supply chain management whereby I couldn’t finish due to financial constraints,” said Tseko.

Mooka was born and raised in Moletjie outside Polokwane, Limpopo Province.

“I attended my primary school at Komape Molapo Primary in Moletji until grade 7. I then went to Seshigo High School from Grade 8 to 12. After passing Matric, I went to further my studies at Tshwane University of Technology whereby I did a National Diploma in Entertainment

entrepreneurship 28 year-old Thabang Tseko and 27 years- old Benny Mooka. Tseko was born in Pretoria Ga-rankuwa

Technology,” said Mooka.

Before their entrepreneurial endeavours the pair worked for various

companies Thabang worked for was an air-conditioning company where was an office administrator, while Benny worked

at TKO Promotions, as a Technical Manager, and went to LGR Inc. at a later stage.

We started Monate Gemmer informally in 2019. In January 2020 we decided to formalize our business to compete in the market.

We didn’t receive any funding; we do everything out of our own pockets through personal loans.

“First and foremost the challenge we faced was the financial one. We are still facing it up to this day. Money for branding and complying with municipal by-laws, cold storage as our products need to be stored in a cool area, production space and brewing equipment amongst many others,” said the pair.

Tseko said “Our vision is to penetrate into the bigger beverage market and compete with big companies that are well established.

Apart from producing Gemmer, we want to introduce more beverages like water and 100% juice but with Gemmer being the main drink.”

Above all, job creation is our number one priority. The reception has been very positive and well received; more especially because our product is normally drank occasionally. Now they are able to get it without attending a wedding or funeral.

Lots of people are looking for the original, traditional tasting gemmer and that is what they found in Monate Gemmer.

Our products are available in 350ml Ready to drink, 2L and 5L Concentrates which you can dilute with water according to you desired taste. Bulk orders for supermarkets, funeral parlours and resellers are welcomed.

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The Sasol League has uplifted our lives – Lebo Ramalepe editorial@tshwanebulletin.co.za

SOCCER I played very well as I didn’t want to disappoint anyone.

“I played about 75 games for Banyana Banyana while campaigning in the Sasol League, that should tell you how much of a major role the league has played in my career and of many other players.”

These are the words of a grateful Lebogang Ramalepe, speaking to SAFA Media from her base in Belarus where she is on the books of Dinamo Minsk in Eastern Europe.

Jumaima, as she is commonly known to her teammates, joined the side in July 2020 after many years of waiting for an opportunity to move abroad.

Within just a few months of signing, she has already bagged three gold medals – a league title and two cup victories.

The welcome was great, and the good thing was that when we got here it was in the summer. We really enjoyed ourselves because it was nice and warm, little did we know what was coming in the winter. Towards November the weather started turning for the worst and their winters are a punishing -19 degrees Celsius, something we were totally not accustomed to.

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It was extremely cold, and we had to train indoors. So one had to be strong because this is where I have always wanted to be. I took vitamins to avoid being sick because remember I am from Limpopo, so it was two extreme weather patterns for me. But I managed to pull through and I am still here today. We saw the sunshine again recently, as winter only ended in April.

Banyana Banyana teammate Bambanani Mbane welcomes you: It was great to be welcomed by one of our own. When I landed, I had to be in quarantine for seven days. When I was done, I moved to the apartment she was staying in – it was like a family reunion. She was here all alone, now she had us (myself and Rhoda Mulaudzi – Banyana Banyana striker, who also signed for the club from Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies) and we were comfortable that someone we know was going to take care of us and show us around, help us to settle in smoother and quicker. It was also a blessing in disguise for her because she missed home and us being here made her stay also better. She really helped us a lot. We supported each other and when there was a challenge we were there for each other. I think we also helped her heal quicker because when we arrived here she was shaking off an injury that had sidelined her for a while.

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SA hockey and TK to stand against gender based violence SOSHTIMES

HOCKEY Marissa Langeni, CEO of SA Hockey, was delighted to show support to the movement.

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n collaboration with TK Sports South Africa, will play in the limited edition black Simunye kit (we are one) as a stand against gender-based violence.

A movement that has seen support garnered around sports fields already, including the Proteas women playing in a black kit will now count the SA Hockey Men as part of the movement.

When president Cyril Ramaphosa declared gender-based violence as the second pandemic to hit South Africa in 2020, many around the country chose to stand up and be the difference. The SA Hockey Men, returning to international action for the first time in 428 days, felt it was an integral opportunity to not be silent and make a stand together.

Head Coach Garreth Ewing on the limited edition Simunye Kit “As men we have a responsibility to lead the fight against gender-based violence. We are grateful that we have the opportunity to use our platform to stand together. We would like to thank

SA Hockey and TK for backing us in this endeavour.”

Marissa Langeni, CEO of SA Hockey, was delighted to show support to the movement.

“As a sporting community we have a collective responsibility to be at the forefront of leading through example. I am immensely grateful for the support of TK in coming together to make a statement that will hopefully be felt across the country. To Garreth Ewing and his team, we salute you for your steadfast support to ending genderbased violence.”

The men will wear the limited-edition kit in the first and second test matches against Namibia. Although no spectators are allowed the games are screened on the Watch Hockey App free of charge. Fans are also encouraged to engage in the movement online with #ENDGBV and #Simunye in pledging support for one of the countries biggest challenges.

Replica kits will be available for purchase on TK Sports online. A portion of every sale will be given by TK back to the teams.

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Kara calls time on her international career

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editorial@tshwanebulletin.co.za head of an action packed 12 months for the South African Women’s indoor and outdoor hockey sides, Kara has decided to call time on her International career both on the astro and on the indoor courts.

The current Southern Gauteng defender is one of only three players to have amassed more than 50 caps for both indoor hockey and outdoor hockey.

There was hardly doubt that she would make a star of herself on the international stage and started her journey of 79 Indoor Hockey Caps for SPAR South Africa against Namibia back in 2014 and managed to score her first goal in her fourth game. That ratio quickly swung and Botes retires

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as the second highest goal scorer in South African Indoor Hockey history with 85 scored in her 79 games. A remarkable achievement considering she is primarily a defender. At the 2018 Croatia Indoor Cup, Kara netted five in a then world record 21-0 victory over Slovenia.

Kara’s Indoor Hockey captain, both for her time at the Raiders and with the national team, Cindy Hack was glowing in her praise of Botes: “I have had the privilege of playing many years with Kara. She has an exceptional ability to read the game and her eye for the pinpoint pass was unrivalled on the court. She had such great tenacity and was always someone that was better to play with than against! Kara was also devastatingly dangerous at penalty corner time and a real weapon in our attack. Thank you for your service to our country and to our game! Good luck for the new endeavors, I have no doubt you will be an immense success!”

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SA Hockey Men wrap up test series with superb second half editorial@tshwanebulletin.co.za As the clouds opened up on Northcliff High School on the final evening of the test series between the hosts and Namibia, the South Africans also opened up in the second half to wrap up the series 5-0. It was a series that at times showed the lack of competitive action over the past year, but at times showed the talent on display in African hockey.

The first half did not offer many highlights other than DJ Strauss producing a fine save from a Ntuli drive and Fagan Hansen firing wide after a

goal mouth melee dropped the ball into his path. At half time it remained 0-0 and a game that had produced very little to get excited about. It was clear however that Garreth Ewing had inspired his team at half time as they came out firing.

Tyson Dlungwana created space and drove around four Namibian players and crossed it strongly for Keenan Horne to dive in and finish. It was a finish that Horne made look easier than it was. One became two in sensational fashion. After some good possession Andrew Hobson fed the General, Peabo Lembethe, played a good ball to Bili Ntuli whose touch to play the ball into the path of Brandon Panther was exemplary. Panther took a

touch and finished sublimely.

Another combination goal was next for the South Africans as Rusten Abrahams, Bili Ntuli, Alex Stewart and Keenan Horne interchanged passes for the skipper to dive in and net his second. The togetherness shown by the team when they celebrated the goal was testament to the togetherness the squad has fostered over the past 24 months.

South Africa would make it four when the ball found its way through to Matt De Sousa in the D. He took the touch, shifted across and as the rain came down de Sousa fired into the back of the net.

The South Africans would add a fifth in the fifth test match to round out a five nil

series win. Bili Ntuli mistrapped his first touch, but he fired it across brilliantly to cap off a good all-round performance for the striker, his 20th International goal.

Namibia who were without a few players due to injury including Liam Hermanus, gave a great account of themselves in the series. The focus for many of the players will now shift to the U21 World Cup Qualifier they are hosting later this year. The top two teams there will move to the world cup in India in December.

For South Africa eyes will shift to a potential series against Malaysia and the opportunity to move ahead of Ireland into 13th in the World Rankings.

SAFA National Womens League log leaders hoping to continue great run editorial@tshwanebulletin.co.za

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VW Ladies team underlined their title credentials with another convincing 5-0 win over Durban Ladies this past Saturday as they maintained their 100 percent record in their maiden SAFA National Women’s League season.

JVW are yet to lose a match

and from the look of things, are set to give defending champions Mamelodi Sundowns Ladies stiff challenge for the league title. They have so far swept aside any challenge in this early start to the season, sending a chilling warning to other contenders.

Current SNWL champions, Sundowns laboured for most of the 90 minutes but were full value for their 1-0 win over the University of the Western Cape.

They lie second with the same number

of points as JVW but are placed second on the log on goal difference.

The defending champions are also yet to lose a match this season.

Meanwhile, First Touch Ladies walked away 2-0 winners over Golden Ladies to cement their third position the log. They have also won all their opening games to date.

TUT Ladies chalked up their second win of the season by dismissing Thunderbirds Ladies 1-0 over the weekend

to occupy fourth position.

Richmond United also showed their credentials with a convincing 4-1 win over University of Johannesburg in De Aar. Bloemfontein Celtic Ladies got their first win of the season with a convincing 3-1 win over Tsunami Queens while Coal City Wizards are yet to win a match after being held to a goalless draw by Ma-Indies away from home MAMELODI SUNDOWNS LADIES FC 1 – 0 UWC