Sedibeng Ster 12 December 2013

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SHARPEVILLE.- Crime does not pay!Alleged burglar suspect Koketso ‘Lekele-

ke’ Mofokeng (22) died a violent death infront of the Sharpeville Police Station lastweek.This was the grim conclusion of his brutal

assault by five men.It is believed that on Wednesday morning

a group of men known to the owner of a fa-mous tavern in Sharpeville accused the sus-pect of stealing steel gates.They decided to take matters into their

own hands and chased him, accusing him oftheft and, when they finally caught up withhim, they started assaulting and dragginghim through the streets. After all the bea-tings, one of the men decided to drive Mof-

okeng in his bakkie to thepolice station.It appears that the suspected

thief was assaulted and drenchedwith water before being taken to the policestation.The badly assaulted man was in dire con-

dition when he arrived at the station. Para-medics were called to the scene and on arri-

‘Burglar’ dies in front of‘‘BBuurrggllaarr’’ ddiieess iinn ffrroonntt ooffPolice stationPPoolliiccee ssttaattiioonn val found the badly beaten man was fighting

for his life. They tried to revive him but thehe died minutes later in the ambulance. ‘Le-keleke’ as he was known, was apparently nostranger to assault as he was convicted andsentenced to five years in Groenpunt Juveni-le Prison for similar crimes. Other cases pen-ded against him, ranging from housebrea-king to theft. He was apparently causing thecommunity nothing but a headache.Hewas consequently assaulted some three

months ago by the community for the samecrime and for being so notoriously synony-mous with ‘nyaope’ around Tshepiso andSharpeville.In compliance with the constant warning

not to take matters into their ownhands, because doing so couldhave serious consequences,the same man who tookhim to the police stati-on was arrested. Poli-ce spokespersonConstable RapulePitso confirms thatthe man was arre-sted and that hewould be chargedwith murder andmore suspects whoare implicated will al-so be charged.He says, “The commu-

nity should not take mattersinto their own hands.

“If a criminal is caught theyshould be brought to the station where theywill be locked up.We always encourage communities to

stop taking matters into their own hands asthey will also be arrested”.

Koketso ‘Lekeleke’ Mofokeng's body is transferred from an ambulance and into a mortuary van. This wasafter he was allegedly brutally assaulted and taken to the police station by one of his attackers. Inset: Koketso‘Lekeleke’ Mofokeng lying unconscious after he was allegedly assaulted for theft by five men who suspectedhim of stealing steel gates at a well known tavern in Sharpeville last week.

okeng in his bakkie to the

It appears that the suspectedthief was assaulted and drenched

not to take matters into their ownhands, because doing so couldhave serious consequences,the same man who tookhim to the police stati-on was arrested. Poli-ce spokesperson

more suspects whoare implicated will al-so be charged.He says, “The commu-

nity should not take mattersinto their own hands.

“If a criminal is caught they

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SEDIBENG. - Elias Khobi (29), who es-caped from the Deneysville SAPS cellson November 12, was arrested in Ven-tersburg more than a week after his esca-pe. Sedibeng Ster reported that EliasKhobi escaped from the DeneysvilleSAPS cells after he was arrested for pos-session of stolen property.The Deneysville Police asked the

community to assist them in arrestinghim.Detective Warrant Officer Jaco Went-

zel received a call from the VenterburgSAPS that Khobi was arrested. He wasthen transferred to the DeneysvilleSAPS and detained at the Zamdela SAPScells.He appeared in the Sasolburg Magis-

trates Court on Friday November 21 forhis escape and the case was postponedfor his bail application on escape andpossession of stolen property.

EscapeeEscapeecaught incaught inVentersburgVentersburg

Elias Khobi was rearrested recently.

VANDERBIJLPARK.- With the festive sea-son operations in full swing, the Vanderbijl-park SAPS has deployed all maximum resour-ces and personnel in a special effort to ensurethe safety of the community at local shoppingmalls and in general. A combined effort bet-

ween alert security personnel froma localmall,and the Vanderbijlpark SAPS sector personnelof the SW area arrested several suspects, andthe prevented a planned armed robbery on Sa-turday, December 7.Police spokespersonWarrant OfficerKinnie

Steyn says that the incident occurred at about10:15 when the alert security personnel of awell known localmall contacted the SAPS sec-tor vehicle of the SW area regarding two suspi-cious male suspects sitting in a Ford Bantambakkie.Constable Lebohang Mohale and his crew

ordered the suspects to climb out of the vehicleand commenced to search the suspects and thevehicle.“The members found an AK47 rifle behind

the car seat and 27 live rounds of ammunition.Both suspects (aged 42 and 46) were arrestedfor the illegal possession of an unlicensed fire-arm and ammunition. It is furthermore suspec-ted that they conspired to rob one of the shopsand they now also face a charge of conspiringto commit an armed robbery. Both suspectswill appear in the Vanderbijlpark MagistratesCourt today,” Steyn concluded. Last week theVanderbijlpark SAPS also launched the offici-

al festive season operations at a local mall. TheTRT Unit (Tactical Response Unit) and theSAPS Airwing Unit were present during thelaunch.

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VANDERBIJLPARK. - The driver of awhite Hyundai bakkie died on the scene aftera head-on collision with a motorcycle.The fatal accident occurred recently at

about 10:00 at the T-junction of Louis Tri-chard Boulevard and Beefwood Street.The Hyundai bakkie belongs to Ma-

ranatha Garden Services.According to a police officer, the bakkie

turned right when the motorcyclist had rightof way, which resulted in the collision. Thedriver of the motorcycle crashed through thewindscreen of the bakkie and rammed head-first into the driver.The driver also hit his head against the

steering wheel. ER24 paramedics arrivedshortly after the accident.The bakkie-driver was declared dead and

the motorcyclist was taken to hospital withserious head injuries.The name of the driver of the bakkie was

announced as Peter Pelser (61) and that ofthe motorcyclist as Rian van Vuuren (34).The other four workers of the garden servicewere treated for minor injuries on the scene.Police are investigating a case of reckless

and negligent driving.

One deadOne deadin fatalin fatalaccidentaccident

Emfuleni Fire and Rescue about to use the Jaws of Life to pull out the driver of a Maranata Garden Service bakkie trapped insideafter colliding headon with amotorbike at the Tjunction of Louis Trichardt Boulevard and Beefwood Street. Photo: Lazarus Dithagiso.


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safety tips forthe festive season

is your home safe and secure during the festive season?

is your vehicle in gearfor the festive season?

are you ready to havea safe journey on the road?

Ensuring the security of family and property isa key priority at this time of the year.! Advise your security company if you are going away andensure that you supply all the necessary informationregarding an alternate contact, in the case of anemergency

! Inform your neighbours of your holiday plans so thatthey can keep an eye on your property

Before you hit the road it would bewise to ensure that your vehicleis ready to avoid any nasty surprises along yourway.Follow this simple checklist to ensure the safety of your vehicle. Check the following:! Tyres - a simple tread depth test will tell you if your tyres are wonderful or worn (Asa general rule of thumb:make sure the tread depth exceeds 1mm across the entiresurface of the tyre for them to be legal)

! Brakes - check pads and discs! Windscreen - fix repairable chips! The condition of your windscreen wipers! Lights;make sure all lights, especially your brake lights, are in good working order! Battery! The condition of your spare tyre - tread and tyre pressure! Shock absorbers! That you have a warning / breakdown triangle in your boot! Water and oil level

Whether youwill be driving 20 or 200 kilometres during the holidayperiod, it's never beenmore important to be aware of the roadconditions and be a safe and courteous driver.Here are a few road safety tips for you and your family:! Plan your travel time - plan your trip and accommodate sufficient stops along the route.Leave on time with room to spare so you don't find yourself stressing on the road.

! Make sure your car is in good shape - even if your car is fairly new,make sure to checkthe essentials before you head out: tyres, brakes, oil levels, coolants, and evenwindshield wipers can make all the difference between a good trip and one that ends inan accident

! Distractions are prohibited - do not even consider talking on your cell, texting, orotherwise engaging in any distracting activities during your drive. If you must take a call,use a rest stop, or pull over safely away from the road to make or return a call.

! Long travel requires plenty of rest - a good night's sleep the night before you travel isessential!

! Stop all newspaper deliveries and ask a friend orneighbour to collect your post. A bulging post box is adead giveaway that you are not at home

! If hiring a house sitter, ensure that you teach them howto use your alarm correctly

! Double check that you have locked and secured allwindows and doors before leaving home

! Never leave a key in the inside of an outer door whichhas glass panels or glass near the door lock

The festive season is fast approaching and we are left with many decisions and preparations to make beforepacking our bags and making our way to our holiday destinations. Some of these preparations include:preparing your house for the period you will be away, checking your vehicle before you hit the road, planningyour route, rest periods and also your behaviour on the road. Below are some tips to assist you with theplanning and preparation for your well deserved break this festive season.

From Sasol we wish the community, our employees and service providersall the very best for this festive season and a prosperous 2014.

Remember: If it is not safe, don't do it!

! Sliding doors can be secured simply by placing a pieceof timber cut to size in the sliding rail.

! Do not leave tools like ladders or spades outside, asthey may be used to break into your house

! Clear signage indicating that your home is beingmonitored by security also helps to discourage burglars

! Be discreet about your holiday plans – do not announceyour holiday plans on social media


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Moleboheng Chaha

BOIPATONG. - Boipatong Police ended up ar-resting more than 50 protesters last week.

This happened when senior ex-workers, inalliance with the Vaal Community Assembly,Vaal Environmental Justice Alliance (VEJA),Boycott, Divestment & Sanctions against Isra-

el in South Africa (BDS South Africa), flockedto Cape Gate head offices in Boipatong.

The demonstrators were protesting againstCape Gate’s alleged exploitation of workersand support for Apartheid Israel. The last strawfor the protesters came when Cape Gate offici-als allegedly failed to respond to a memoran-

dum that was submitted on the 8th of October2013.

“We are here to demand our money fromCape Gate - that is all we want. We are tiredof being sent from one place to another,” statedthe ex-employees who claimed that Cape Gatehad exploited them by not giving them whatwas due to them. The workers stated that alt-hough they worked hard for the company, theirchildren were now going hungry.

Police tried many times to tell workers to

leave the gate they had closed, as its closurewas hindering production, but they respondedflatly that they would stay there until they re-ceived an answer to their demands. “We arenow going to arrest everyone as this is nowconsidered to be an illegal gathering. The ap-plication stated that the protest would last fortwo hours and they have run out of time,” saida police officer.

Protesters were arrested and held at the Boi-patongPolice Station and released the next day.

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More than 50 protesters ended up being arrested last week following a picket againstCapeGate’s allegedexploitationofworkers andsupport forApartheid Israel. Photo:Moleboheng Chaha.


type of charges against them as they immedi-ately flee the scene.Koago adds that Police were recently de-

ployed to patrol the areas considered to behotspots for this kind of crime, but these boysalways find a way to escape the police. “Me-tal thieves pose a danger to themselves andeven more s to society as a whole.

It is very crucial to prevent any more los-ses due to their actions.

The parents of these boys must also warntheir kids about the dangers of what they aredoing.” “We havemade examples of the oneswe have caught and we will continue to bringthem in as what they are doing is a crime.”Koago concludes.

Moleboheng Chaha

BOIPATONG. - Scrap metal thieves, popu-larly known as “Bashemane ba tshepe”, havebeen at the helm of controversy for havingcaused major accidents that have claimed pe-ople’s lives. Some of the thieves themselveshave died tragic deaths during these robbe-ries. These are the guys that stand on differentcorners and wait for trucks carrying metal.They then clamber onto the trucks and startthrowing down the scrap metal left, right andin the middle of the road, where a pedestriancould bewalking, or where a vehicle carryingpassengers could be passing.It seems that nothing has been done by law

enforcement to apprehend these perpetratorsas it is very difficult to bring charges againstthem. Boipatong Police spokesperson,Thembeka Koago states that although theseboys cause a lot of accidents, it is often diffi-cult to link them to the accidents or bring any

fy and opted to remain in Masiza will haveto pay rates and taxes. Residents blame peo-ple who are against any development in thearea that includesMasiza, Sebokeng Hosteland Sebokeng Hospital.Warrant Officer Mzimkulu Mthimkulu

said Police are investigating a case of mali-cious damage to property. No one has beenarrested. W/O Mthimkulu could not con-firm that two suspects had been hospital-ised after being attacked by the community.

The councillor said he does not know whyhe was attacked. Some of his friends said theattack resulted from the municipality tellingsome Masiza residents that they will bemoved to new RDP houses at the GoldenGarden near the Golden Highway. Not all theresidents, especially those who have cattle,sheep and goats, are willing to move. Someapparently have government houses from asfar as Kwa Zulu Natal and other provinces.The government said those who do not quali-

and his friends rushed to the scene to be metby about 30 people. “Others were inside thehouse. The children were crying while thethugs broke and kicked everything they cameacross. Luckily, some people in the area man-aged to grab two suspects and punished themseverely. The others escaped in the directionof Kwa-Masiza Hostel,” he explained. CllrSikukula said the two suspects were hospital-ised with serious injuries. He estimates dam-age to his property to amount to R60 000.

Lazarus Dithagiso

SEBOKENG. - Two security guards of theEmfuleni Local Municipality (ELM) areassigned to guard the house of CouncillorMthuzimele Sikukula. whose house in Se-bokeng Hostel was recently attacked by agroup of community members. He saidthere were three children in the house whilehe had gone out with friends on November6. He received amessage that his house wasunder attack by the mob at about 21:00. He

Metal thieves a danger to traffic

Scrap metal thieves recently seen seizingscrap metal from a truck heading to a scrapyard in Boipatong. Photo: MolebohengChaha.

My home destroyed bymobMy home destroyed bymob

ployed.”Litabe adds that the municipality’s respon-

sibility lies in giving the vendors a solutionto their problem and not giving them moreproblems.“The municipality cannot remove us wit-

hout giving us anywhere to go. They mustfirst build us these stalls that they are talkingabout and then proceed to remove our infor-mal structures.” Malindi allegedly gave thevendors until January to remove their infor-mal structures. In an interview with SedibengSter Malindi stated that ELM was not remo-ving the vendors but merely telling them toremove any permanent structure they hadbuilt on land that does not belong to them.Protesters have sworn not to let the matter

go up until the municipality meets their de-mands. “We want something concrete on pa-per because we have noticed that the MMCkeeps changing his stories,” they conclude.

Moleboheng Chaha

SEBOKENG. - Street vendors were seen onFriday, holding placards and singing strugglesongs at the municipal offices in Sebokeng.This was after they had closed down Mos-hoeshoe Road, demanding answers from theLocal Economic Development (LED) MMC,Khulu Malindi.This protest proved that the vendors and

the municipality had not reached an agree-ment following the municipality’s bid to re-move their informal structures from the ro-adsides of Sebokeng.Dennis Litabe, chairperson of the recently

formed organisation ‘Street Vendor Acti-vists’, says, “The municipality must realisethat informal businesses are a large contribu-ting factor to the economy of our country.We as street vendors have narrowed the

high unemployment rate, especially in this re-gion where the majority of the youth is unem-

Wewill not stand down

Sebokeng street vendors protested at the Sebokeng Municipality stating that they werenot removing anyof their structures or leavinguntil their demandsweremet. Photo:Moleboheng Chaha.

Lazarus Dithagiso

VANDERBIJLPARK. - “No flat rates,please, let’s all pay for our services.” Em-fuleni Executive Mayor, CouncillorGretha Hlongwane has warned that shewill never spare the rod and spoil resi-dents who are not willing to pay for ratesand services. Speakingwhen the Emfule-ni Local Municipality (ELM) signed apartneship to procure a smart meter-read-ing system for both electricity and waterservices with Beijing Fuxing XiaochengElectricity Technology StockCoLimitedJV Ole Power System, on December 2,Councillor Hlongwane said the commu-nity owes the municipality about R3 bil-lion through lack of payments. “Noamounts of the accounts will bescrapped,” she emphasised. “The moreyou consume, the more you will have topay, so that we will be able to pay backand keep our strong relationship with Be-ijing,” said the Mayor. The project willstart with demonstrations betweenMarchand April. Cllr Hlongwane said the smart

meter will help the municipality reducewater and electricity revenue-losses, pro-vide direct access tometering data, detec-tion of meter-tampering, provision ofpre-payment, provide information onsystemoutages and facilitate reduction ofload.The project started two years ago with

public participation and through the IDP.Municipal Manager Sam Shabalala saidall areas are going to be affected. “Weare the only municipality in the countryto go for both smart metering and elec-tricity. The reason we do this is becausepeople do not want to open their gatesfor us to take their meter readings. Themunicipality loses about R2 million peryear due to unnecessary damage by thecommunity,” he said.Yi Cheng, Chairperson of the Fuxing

Xiaochem, through his interpreter, saidthe system will automatically conductreadings from the offices. Should any onetamper with a reading, this will be indi-cated directly from the physical address.

Newmetering system

Executive Emfuleni Mayor, Councillor Gretha Hlongwane exchanged a thick document with Yi Cheng, Chairperson of the Beijing Fuxing Xiaocheng Electronic Technology Stock Company, after signing a partnership to help with the new smartwatermetering and electricityreading system. From left are Samuel Duodu, Director of BXC South Africa, Councillor Rebecca Thulo, Emfuleni MMC for Water andElectricity, Emfuleni Municipal Manager, Sam Shabalala, Mayor Hlongwane, YiCheng, Kevin Wu, Municipal Director of Fuxing, and Oupa Moumakoe, Directorof BXC Sunsiding of Fuxing. Photo: Lazarus Dithagiso.


Pinky Mofokeng

RUST-TER-VAAL. - The Rust-ter-Vaalcommunity has established a disabilityand Rabboni faith-based organisationcluster. The main purpose of this organi-sation is to help fight poverty and encou-rage an ongoing dialogue with all organi-sations committed to peace, non-raci-alsm, and pursuing the interests of thevulnerable, disabled , sick and rural com-munities in the name of Ubuntu.The organisation is built on prayer, and

is not for profit as staff members donot receive compensation but throughcompassion and prayer they are stri-ving to make a difference in the com-munities.“Wewould like to serve the sick, dis-

abled and vulnerable people with asoup kitchen every morning; however,we are still in need of garden tools,seeds, garden nets, gas stoves, pots andkitchen tools,” says Violet Mpakwani.Anyone who can help make this pro-

ject a success can contact one of themembers Hilda Hendricks on 083 6976921.

Lift up the standard of UbuntuLift up the standard of Ubuntu

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We also thank everyone who supportedthe event and, of course, LoveLife’.

to which they would otherwise have goneto celebrate.

BOPHELONG.- The youth of Bophelongorganised an event that was very successfuland can be confidently said to have gottenthe youth off the street. The event was orga-nised by young people of Bophelong to helplocal artists from all over Gauteng showcasetheir work and make themselves known tothe community from which they need sup-port. The event was called the “Be VisibleArts and Music Festival” and hosted greattalents like Ultimate Breeds, Sebokeng’s Fi-nest, Black Clouds, Smindlos and the Crew,etc. These people showed the communitythat real talent indeed exists in the Vaal.

They also got scholars to celebrate theirschool passes in a positive way as the eventwas on Wednesday (December 4) whenschools closed.Organisers were grateful to have achieved

their goal, which was to give local artists aplatform from which to showcase their ta-lents and ‘keep the youth out of the taverns

VANDERBIJLPARK. - The Gauteng De-partment of Education (GDE), through theProvincial National Teacher Awards, lastweek paid homage to principals and edu-catorswhodemonstrated excellence, inno-vation and dedication in their work duringthe 2013 academic year. The Departmentcelebrated and honoured outstanding em-ployees who have during the course of thisyear demonstrated remarkable and excep-

tional commitment in their roles as public ser-vants. Amongst these excellent employees we-re the top Gauteng educators in 11 categorieswho will compete with their counterparts fromother provinces at the National TeacherAwards, which will take place early next year.Speaking at the awards ceremony in Midrand,Johannesburg, the Gauteng MEC for Educati-on Barbara Creecy said that the Service Excel-lence Award is a way in which the Department

celebrates educators and principals, who giveselflessly in the classroomday after day, whosework creates theworkers, the professionals andthe leaders of tomorrow.Teachers from the Vaal Triangle honou-

red last week are:Mr Benjamin Taljaard: Milton Primary

School, Sedibeng East.Mr Evalt Makgwatha: Suncrest High

School, Sedibeng West.

Mrs Rachelle Els, Laerskool Noord-hoek, Sedibeng East.Mrs Doret Spykerman, Hoërskool

Drie Riviere, Sedibeng East.Mrs Julanda Pretorius, Milton Pri-

mary School, Sedibeng East.Mr Thami Nyakama,Mthombolwazi

Primary School, Sedibeng West.Mr Pule Ben Morake, Suncrest High

School, Sedibeng West.

GDE honours its top employeesGDE honours its top employees

Local talent keeps youth off street

Above and Right: Entertainment in action to keep Bophelong youth off the street.


MEYERTON. - Midvaal Local Municipalityrecently made the final distribution for 2013of the “Shova Kalula” bicycles which theyhave been issuing to schools during the pastyear.Shova Kalula is a project headed by the Gau-teng Department of Roads and Transport incollaboration with the Gauteng Departmentof Education and local municipalities. Theaim is to address the problems which manystudents face in getting to school each day,by providing them with bicycles to use as ameans of transport. The final batch of 151 bi-cycles was handed over to Sicelo SecondarySchool, bringing the total number of bicyclesdistributed for the year to 371.Whilst most pupils have embraced the spi-

rit of the project and are using the bicycles

as intended, there have been a few unfortuna-te incidents of parents or other communitymembers utilising the bicycles for personaluse. Midvaal MMC for Protection CouncillorJames Botsoere, has warned that abuse of thebikes will not be tolerated. He said if they findany parents riding bicycles, they will be con-fiscated. “The project is meant to help thechildren, and make it easier for them to getan education, so we cannot allow the systemto be abused.We have already confiscated bi-cycles after finding adults riding them, so weappeal to the community to use the bicyclesas intended,” he said. After completing trai-ning on how to ride, and the rules of the roadfor cyclists to ensure the students’ safety, theywill receive the bikes, along with a helmet,pump and lock.

Final Shova KalulaDistribution for 2013

Midvaal MMC James Botsoere, Chief Superintendent, Karin van Vollenstee and SiceloSecondary Principal Letsatsi with pupils of Sicelo Secondary showing off their new bicycles after the hand over recently.

Lazarus Dithagiso

BOPHELONG. - Tears of joy were seen allover the faces of the disabled and wheel-chair-bound citizens when Chief ExecutiveOfficer (CEO) of Vanderbijlpark TraumaCounselling Empowerment, George Siban-da, distributed six wheelchairs to varioushouses. Samuel de Beers, the manager ofthe Bophelong Multi Disability Organisa-tion Centre together with his staff, wereoverjoyed after they received 4wheelchairsat ASEDIMulti Purpose Centre onNovem-ber 27. Sinah Oumaki Fourie (65) has beentrapped in a dilapidated wheelchair for thepast 4 years after suffering from a stroke.She said the second-hand wheelchair sheuses, was bought at a pawnshop. Thewheels could not turn properly as they werefastened with wires.

With tears rolling down her cheeks, she

said that her predicament is now over as shewill be able to attend church. Strugglingto talk properly, George Ndlovu (78) saidthat at least now he will be able to go tothe shops and attend local meetings. Siban-da said through the help of the CommunityHealth Workers, they managed to trackdown disabled people.

He said the wheelchairs were donatedby the Vanderbijlpark Rotary Club.“I am aware that the demand for wheel-

chairs is very high. If we receivemore fromother stakeholders we might be able to visitmore people in need,” said Sibanda.‘It’s heart breaking to see people trapped

in broken wheelchairs, while others arepaying an exuberant amount to buy themsecondhand at a pawnshop. I wish I couldmanage to donate to all the needy,” he saidas he looked at the disabled.

So happy, we could wheely to church

The CEO of the Vanderbijlpark Trauma Counselling Empowerment Centre, GeorgeSibanda (standing left) brought smiles to the faces of the Bophelong Multi DisabilityOrganisation after 4 wheelchairs were donated to them. Photo: Lazarus Dithagiso

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@ Civic Theatre in Vereeniging on 6 December 2013.

Some of the 2013 graduates with Mrs Patience Mahlaba theprincipal of Boston College in Vereeniging

On the left Mrs PatienceMahlaba with MissLorraine Mofokengoverall top student

for 2013.2013 top students with their principal Mrs Patience Mahlaba


SEBOKENG.- The Naledi Early ChildhoodDevelopment Center in Zone 10, Sebokengheld its graduation ceremony on Saturday.The event marked by song and dance, waswell attended and had most parents in tearsin realisation that their children had in a waygrown up and some were ready for primaryschool. Speaking to Sedibeng Ster one of the

parents said, “This is the happiest day of mylife. My child is now ready for formal schooland I would like to thank the teachers and eve-ryone involved in making sure that this daybecomes a reality.” Following the formal pro-ceedings the young ones together with theirparents enjoyed themselves through song anddance.

Naledi does it in styleNNaalleeddii ddooeess iitt iinn ssttyyllee

This is the class of 2013 at the Naledi Early Childhood Development Centre singing forthe public on Saturday.

Boys, Boys! These young men were in their best attire at the graduations on Saturday.

Staff of Naledi Early Childhood Development Centre in Zone 10 Sebokeng with two ofthe children that graduated on Saturday.

Learners receive National Certificates

Learners of Meyerton Pick ‘n Pay received National Certificates for completing thethree components of the NQF 2 W&R Qualification over the specified period of 12months. The learnership was conducted by Guest Resource Services (PTY) LTD aspart of a National Learnership Programme offered by the Wholesale & Retail SETAto Employers countrywide. Employed and unemployed learners were given the opportunity to receive sponsored training. 210 learners were enrolled of which 82%completed successfully. It was a great effort made by all three parties involved. Learners showed commitment and a hunger to learn. Employers supported and understood the process and the training provider provided quality education and training.The W&R SETA played a huge role in overseeing and funding the project. From leftare Nolien Kruger, Evelyn Makgale, Dr Wilma GuestMouton (CEO, Guest ResourceServices (PTY) LTD), Mario Papavarnavas (owner Meyerton Pick n Pay), Koos Blomerus (facilitator), Maria Setseli, Piet Guest (operations manager; Guest Resource Services (PTY) LTD) and Teboho Radebe.

SASOLBURG. - Sasolburg-based SIH Trai-ning Expertise took third place in the SouthAfrican Breweries (SAB) youth entrepre-neurship programme SAB Kickstart. Theevent was held in Sandton, Johannesburg, aspart of the global Entrepreneurship Week.The gala awards dinner celebrated the pro-gramme’s 14 national finalists to announcethe top three entrepreneurs.SIH Training is owned andmanaged by Ri-

cardo Hood. SIH provides specialist-accredi-ted welding training at NQF levels 2, 3 and4. Ricardo managed to create jobs for 18 ofhis learners during the programme. This isover and above the 18 jobs he created during2012 when his learners were employed at theSasol expansion project as A-Class welders.As a part of the prize Ricardo received a

grant of R 150 000 and an international busi-ness learning trip to Tokyo, Japan, valued atR 100 000. Ricardo said he is overwhelmedby the achievement as it was not really expec-ted. “The programme was really helpful to

our business and also contributed to us diver-sifying our service offerings,” said the excitedRicardo. He attributes his success to the passi-on and commitment of his team at SIH.Boipelo Nkadimeng, SABManager Enter-

prise Development, said: “It is a proud mo-ment for SAB to celebrate the strides eachof the SAB Kickstart finalists have made asentrepreneurs, as well as the growth their bu-sinesses have experienced during this jour-ney.” The SAB Kickstart programme is focu-sed on developing and supporting sustainableyouth-owned business and high impact entre-preneurs who are able to make a contributionto SA’s job creation needs.Ricardomentions that he is grateful to SAB

Kickstart for the commitment they haveshown to entrepreneur-development in thecountry as well as the personal commitmentshown to his company in developing muchneeded artisan skills for the country. Ricardocan be contacted at [email protected] or072 036 0450 for further information.

Local CompanyWins at YouthEntrepreneurship Competition

Given Mkhari (Left) Guest speaker, Vincent Maphai (right) SAB Executive Director andRicardo Hood (Centre).

The staff of Ratasetjhabawith their principal MsMathebula, Midvaal Local MunicipalExecutive Mayor Bongani Baloyi, and Ward Councillor Andre van Tonder who isholding the cheque.

MEYERTON. - This year the Midvaal Lo-cal Municipality’s annual Mayoral GolfDay raised more than R100 000 towardseducation.The four beneficiary schools which re-

ceived R20 000 each, were New Hope Se-

condary School, Ratasetjhaba PrimarySchool, Lakeside Estates Primary Schooland Meyerton Primary School. Theseschools will use the money for new facili-ties, equipment, and building maintenanceto improve the learning environment.

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Ah! Nelson Rolihlahla MandelaWalilwela izwe laphuma ekuhluphekeniWalihlangula ngaphansi komlomo wengo-

nyamaWalesula izinyembezi izwe lonkanaWaphela Umfula wezinyembeziWaphela umfula we gaziWabhunguka iminyanga engamashumi

amabili aneskhombisaWahamba salilahla ithawulaSafunga sagomela angkeke siphinde sim-

boneSasala izinhliziyo ziqxaza igaziSingazelele kwazamazama umhlaba kwa-

ginqika amatsheWavumbuka Emfuleni emoyizelaEphakamise isandla ethi ‘Amandla’!Ephakamise isandla ethi ‘I-Afrika eyethu’

Bathi yiqhawe mina ngithi yimvanaYimvana ka Nosekeni NogadlaYaphenduka yaba eye-Afrika yonkanaWahlangula izwe emlonyeni wengwenyaWalesula izinyembezi izwe lonkanaIzikhalo nezilokozani waziqedaWahlwanyela ukuthula noxolo ezweniSubusisekile isizalo sikaNosekeniNgokusithwalela inkulunkuluUliqhawekazi nawe mamaNgigakukhohlwa nawe Gadla Mphakany-

iswaUbuhlakani nobuqotho wabuthatha kuweUliqhawe nawe NdodaUyisebenzele i-Afrika yonkanaWahlushwa ngenxa yothando lwabantuGuga mzimba sala Nhliziyo isavuthaUmsebenzi uwuqedile TataWalima wahlanyelwa wathelele wahlakulaNamhlanje sidle izithelo zembewu oway-

itshalaKufa ndini awuna mahloniKufa ndidi awunazwelanoIsihluku sakho ngasibona mhlazane u thata

U Marriam MakebaWasishiya sibambe ongezansi singenama-

maNamhlanje ubuyile ngalelo dosi lwakhoElihlaba kubebuhlungu izinhliziyo kuucit-

heke izinyembeziUsiqeme olungeqiwa ntwala kuleli hlandlaWayiginqa insika yexhibaWasiuthathela u Tata, siyizintandaneKufa Kawudeli!Mhlaba Kawunoni!Nesitsha esihle kasidleli!

A Poem to NelsonA Poem to NelsonRolihlahlaMandelaRolihlahlaMandela

The past week has seen the entire worldin a somber mood following the pas-sing of the great man who was NelsonRolihlahla ‘Tata, Madiba’ Mandela.Many of us know the story behind

this icon and what we should remem-ber is what he taught us as a country.Madiba taught us to forgive, no mat-

ter what the circumstances; he said thatnot only is it good for the soul, but youend up free as well.

He taught us to accept all peoplefrom different walks of life, becausethe skin colour might be different, buteverything else is the same; to standup for what we believe in and fight forwhat is right and, lastly, to be humbleand not use power to belittle and mis-treat others.In his own words he said,“No one is born hating another

person because of the colour of hisskin, or his background, or his religi-on. People learn to hate, and if theycan learn to hate, they can be taughtto love, for love comes more naturallyto the human heart than its opposite.”When I pause and literally turn and

look back into our past history at this

momentous juncture of South Afri-can history, one is just amazed athow Madiba has conferred a magicof humanity that prevails to this day.It has not only captivated South Af-rica, but the entire human universe.Now that he is experiencing an af-

terlife, I believe all of us here oweourselves a fraction of wisdom to li-ve and lead our lives like the life of

selflessness and dedication to good-ness of human spirit ‘TATA’ dedicatedhis whole life to.Upon facing the death penaltyMadi-

ba said,“During my lifetime I have dedica-

ted myself to this struggle of the Afri-can people.“I have fought against white domi-

nation, and I have fought againstblack domination.“I have cherished the ideal of a de-

mocratic and free society in which allpersons live together in harmony withequal opportunities.“It is an ideal which I hope to live

for and to see realised.“But if needs be, it is an ideal for

which I am prepared to die.” It is trulyand indeed an ideal he died for.Thanks to you and your comrades

for fighting for freedom. It has allowedmy generation to explore and experien-ce the endless opportunities availabletoday. May we draw from the peace,humility and spirit of forgivenesswhich you epitomised.Lala ngoxolo Tamkhulu, wena Ma-

diba Dhalibunga.Lerato...

momentous juncture of South Afri-can history, one is just amazed athow Madiba has conferred a magicof humanity that prevails to this day.It has not only captivated South Af-rica, but the entire human universe.

terlife, I believe all of us here oweourselves a fraction of wisdom to li-ve and lead our lives like the life of

Never and never again!Never and never again!

Yunus Chamda

As the nation mourns the passing ofMadiba, and many are reflecting on thelife and times of Nelson Mandela. I toohave quietly retreated to reflect and recallthe great man. I was fortunate to have beena mayor during his presidency. One of theoverriding themes of his term in officewasreconciliation, and I endeavoured to pro-mote that as best as I could duringmy termas mayor of the Lekoa-VaalMetro.We of-ten met at government events and manysocial and political occasions. I have sev-eral outstanding memories of encounterswith Madiba, all of them for very specialreasons. The immense contribution thatMadibamade in achieving and shaping thenature of South Africa’s political transi-tion is well documented. The historical

and global impact is chronicled in great detailby many experts in their fields.On 10 December 1996, when Mandela

came to sign the Constitution in Sharpeville,he was in a buoyant mood. It was indeed amemorable occasion. He was chirping withthe ladies in the mayor’s parlour in Vereenig-ing, as only Madiba could, full of wit and hu-mour. Then at the Sharpeville Stadium heread his prepared speech, but at the end tossedit aside and decided to deliver a speech fromthe heart. Once gain he urged reconciliationand cooperation between races.On 25 May 1999, he came to Vaal to re-

ceive the ‘Freedom of the Vaal’ at Kwa-Ma-siza Stadium.

He was more royalty than statesman. Hewas more a king than a president. I have iton good authority that in the company of

kings and queens, he addressed them as hisequals. These are but a few of many reflec-tions. I hope that in some way, it reminds usof the Mandela legacy and what it meant inreal, tangible terms.(This is an edited version of current Sed-

ibeng District Municipality Manager andformer Lekoa-Vaal Metro Mayor, YunusChamda’s edited letter on Nelson Mandela)

Memories ofMandelaMomentsMemories ofMandelaMoments

Right: South Africa and the world mournthe death of Madiba. Many of those whohavemet him through the years rememberhimwith fondness. YunusChamda,Municipal Manager of the Sedibeng District Municipality, is one of the lucky oneswhowasprivileged to spend quite a number of‘magical’ moments in the presence of thislegendary statesman.

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SEBOKENG. - “To me Nelson Mandelais not dead, for his spirit will forever livein every single one of us.”

These were the words of Emfuleni Lo-cal Municipality Mayor Greta Hlongwa-ne on Monday, when the ANC Sedibengregion held a commemoration for the ico-nic hero.The Saul Tsotesi Sports Centrewas ali-

ve with song as ANC members alongwith the community at large came toge-ther to celebrate Mandela who has leftSouth Africans with a legacy of unity anddemocracy.Hlongwane added that Mandela’s de-

ath was the rebirth of the ANC.“We as the members of the party must

stand together and defend our govern-ment.“We must also ensure that we carry on

the legacy that ‘Utata’ has left for us,”She says. South African National Ci-

vic Organisation (SANCO) representati-ve Mandla Mazibuko said, “To best sumup Tata Madiba is to say he was an ac-complished revolutionary in the fullestsense of the word.He did everything to change the world

in order to leave a better place.”Mazibuko added that Mandela was an

embodiment of qualities that are rarelyfound in one person.“Tata was a fearless freedom fighter,

astute statesmen, a problem solver andskilful negotiator,” Mazibuko concluded.

A hero to remember

ELM Mayor Greta Hlongwane stated thatit was not the end as the spirit of formerpresident Nelson Mandela would foreverlive inside each and every South African.Photo: Moleboheng Chaha.


Zacharia Nale

SEDIBENG. - Arguably South Africa’s grea-test soccer player Jomo Sono has described thelate NelsonMandela as equal to the great bibli-cal prophets. The former statesman passedaway last week and the country came to astandstill.

“I know some will consider this as profanebut it’s my honest opinion. This man was Afri-ca’s Jesus Christ,” said Sono of the late TataMandela. The former Orlando Pirates striker,popularly known as Trouble Maker during his

heyday, said Mandela might have been born ofan ordinary human being butGod sent thismanto free the African continent from bondage.“He did what Moses did for the Sons of Israelwhen he led them fromEgyptian slavery.WhatMandela did was a miracle. He was like thosegreat biblical prophets.“I feel blessed and asense of fulfilment for having lived during thetime of this extraordinary man. I shared a fewbreakfasts, lunches and dinners with him. Thisis a privilege enjoyed by the ‘chosen few’ andI am glad I was one of those few.”

Sono said that - unknown to most South Af-ricans - Madiba and the current SAFA Presi-dent Dr Danny Jordaan had appointed him tobe the national team coach in 2002 during theWorld Cup in Korea and Japan.

Sono, who is also Jomo Cosmos coach/ma-nager, is one of the few soccer icons who hadthe opportunity to meet this fallen giant onma-ny occasions.

It was, of course, Mandela who signed theSouth African constitution in Sharpeville’sGeorge Thabe Stadium in 1996.

Tata was ‘Jesus ofTata was ‘Jesus ofAfrica’ SonoAfrica’ Sono

Jomo Sono pays tribute to the fallen giant Nelson Mandela.

•“I detest racialism, because I regard itas a barbaric thing, whether it comes froma black man or a white man.”•“I learned that courage was not the ab-

sence of fear, but the triumph over it. Thebrave man is not he who does not feelafraid, but he who conquers that fear.”•“If you want to make peace with your

enemy, you have to work with your ene-my. Then he becomes your partner.”•“There is no easy walk to freedom

anywhere, and many of us will have topass through the valley of the shadow ofdeath again and again before we reach themountaintop of our desires.”•“If there are dreams about a beautiful

South Africa, there are also roads thatlead to their goal. Two of these roadscould be named Goodness and Forgiven-ess.”•“Let there be work, bread, water and

salt for all.”•“Does anybody really think that they

didn’t get what they had because theydidn’t have the talent or the strength orthe endurance or the commitment?

ImportantMandela Quotes


Vaal University of TechnologyYour world to a better future

The community of the Vaal University of Technology is saddened by the passingaway of former President Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela on 5 December 2013 at theripe age of 95. We join the world in celebrating the life and times of our formerPresident and the gift that he has been for our country and for the world.There are not enough words to express our gratitude to Madiba and the legacythat he has left for our country. We pray that his soul may rest in peace and thatGod’s light will shine on him forever.For the community of the Vaal University of Technology, the passing on of Madi-ba is as painful as it is to his family, friends and compatriots, for our records showthat he once walked through the corridors of our institution after he was electedthe first President of the democratic Republic of South Africa. The photographhe took at the time will always be treasured by the University and will remain amemento to live up to his dream and expectations of a united, non-racist andprosperous South Africa for all.

Our condolences go to his family, his clan,theAfricanNationalCongress, all SouthAfricans and all citizens of the world.

TRIBUTEWe salute Madiba for havingrestored the dignity of all op-pressed peoples in the world.South Africa has shed its pariahstatusbecauseMadibaembracedequality, equity, human dignityand diversity.

AahDALIBHUNGA!

ON THE PASSING AWAY OFFORMER PRESIDENT NELSON ROLIHLAHLA MANDELA


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VUT’S SPORTS STARSANNOUNCED ATAWARDS EVENT

VUT CONTINUESTO BUILD ON THEHERITAGE OF THE VAAL

An activity involving physical exer-tion and skill in which individuals

or teams compete against each other toachieve a medal or trophy has made VUTa force to be reckoned with globally.The Sports Department awards recog-nised and rewarded VUT’s sportsmen andwomen who have brought the institutionrecognition in South Africa and world-wide.

The 2013 Sports Awards recog-nised the institution’s performance andexcellence in football, chess, aerobics,

body-building, karate, netball, softball,rugby, volley ball, tennis, hockey, athletics,basketball and dance. Refiloe Jane, VUTwomen’s soccer team player and Vice-Captain of the SA National Team, Ban-yana Banyana, was named Sportswomanof the Year. Xolisani Zamkele received theSportsman of the Year award and JosephDiale, Coach of the Year, while the SportsClub of the Year award went to Athletics.

VUT’s sportsmen and womenserve as ambassadors of the institutionand our country.

Mr Basie Koen, HoD, Sport Academy with Ms Refiloe Jane, VUT Student andBanyana Banyana Vice-Captain

Anne Naidu

Steeped deep in history, the Sedibengdistrict bears rich heritage of political

and historical significance. The area stillhas significant scars that remain pillars ofthe new South Africa.

The area was also the scene of awave of political upheavals in the mid-eighties, followed by the rent boycottsorganised by the Vaal Civic Organisation.By the end of the instability, more than150 people had been killed.

The people of Sedibeng say morecan be done to recognise the region’s sac-rifice, especially on the 21st March 1960,during the Anti-Pass demonstrations, po-lice opened fire, 69 people were killed and180 wounded in Sharpeville. This broughtabout the Sharpeville Massacre. In Boipa-tong in 1992, 46 township residents werekilled after being attacked by hostel dwell-ers. Due to the rapid growth, it was re-cently announced that the Sedibeng Dis-trict Municipality will become the thirdMetro in the Gauteng Province.

The Vaal University of Technolo-gy, being the only contact university in thearea, serves the educational needs of the

region. Besides the four multi-disciplinedfaculties at the Main Vanderbijlpark cam-pus and three other Sites of Delivery atDaveyton, Secunda and Upington, wehave extended our services to the newlyestablished VUT Southern Gauteng Sci-ence and Technology Park, in conjunctionwith the Southern Gauteng Regional In-novation Forum at our Sebokeng campus.Using the latest state-of-the-art, cutting-edge technology, designs that have beendeveloped by VUT have already beenpatented. The aim of the Science Park isto contribute to the creation of jobs andsocial and economic benefits. The SciencePark holds promise to the current andfuture thought leaders, knowledge gen-erators and problem solvers who can andmust assist in solving our socio-economicproblems. It also bears an important cata-lyst in creating further interest in scienceand technology and the socio-economicbenefits it can offer society. Having estab-lished links with local government agen-cies, industry and business, VUT is poisedto be the vital link for economic prosper-ity and growth within the region.

Anne Naidu

GLITZ AND GLAMOUR AT ANNUAL RESEARCH AWARDS

The annual awards evening for Researchand Innovation excellence for interna-

tional competitiveness and poverty reduc-tion was held at the Riviera on Vaal Hotel& Country Club in Vereeniging on 28 No-vember 2013. This event holds significancefor the extensive work undertaken by re-

Recipients of the Research, Rate and Innovation AwardsAnne Naidu

searchers throughout the year, especially toacknowledge their contribution to researchthat matters.

The awardswere divided into threecategories which were the Research, RATEand Innovation awards. A brand new cat-egory was introduced this year which is the

Vice-Chancellors Award. The recipients ofthis award were Professor Kholeka Moloiand Prof Ochieng Aoyi. All the recipientswere awarded with certificates as a token ofappreciation in recognition of their contri-bution towards excellence in research thatwill make a difference in their communi-

ties and the country at large. Manage-ment, Executive Deans, Executive Direc-tors and staff were part of the guests thatwere present at the function. Dr AndrewM. Kaniki; Executive Director KnowledgeFields Development, NRF was the keynotespeaker for the evening.


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The land is zoned AGRICULTURAL in terms of theabove mentioned town planning scheme. Plans and/or Particulars relating to the application may beinspected during office hours at the following addressof the undersigned ERF 45 ELANDSFONTEIN334-IQ, any person having any objection to theapproval of this application must lodge such objectionin writing with both the Municipal Manger, Midvaallocal Municipality, 1960 and the undersigned not laterthan 18TH DECEMBER 2013

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BARRAGE. - “Thank you verymuch, Retha Venter, from the bot-tom of our hearts,” said the ruralcommunity of Barrage Smallhol-dings after they received food par-cels from the Vanderbijlpark seniorprosecutor.

Venter was accompanied by EllenLekgetho and Brenda Dangalazana,regional and district prosecutor res-pectively.

The community was invitedthrough the office of station com-mander Lieutenant Colonel Augusti-ne Malebo.

Families left the station laden withparcels.

They said this was a big surpriseahead of Christmas.

“We were not aware when we we-re invited that we would end up lea-ving the station with big smiles onour faces,” said one of the women.

According to Venter, the food wasbought through money collectedfrom community members who havecommitted themselves to act againstcrime:

“Instead of sending felons to jail,depending on their crime, we presen-ted the option to pay a fine.

The money will be used to buygroceries.” Prosecutor Venter saidthey would roll out the project tofeed the children in Boipatong a daybefore Christmas:

“The intention next year is to buyschool uniforms for needy childrenin the areas.” Venter was joined byGert van Vuuren, chairperson of theCommunity Policing Forum in Bar-rage

Prosecutor feeds community

"Thank you, Retha Venter, for putting our families in your heart,” said therural community of the Barrage. On the extreme right, is Riata Venter andGert van Vuuren, Chairperson of the CPF presenting families with foodparcels at Barrage Police Station.

Gert van Vuuren, chairperson of the Community Policing Forum in Barrage, handed sweets to hundreds of children at Barrage Smallholdings.Photos: Lazarus Dithagiso.


NOTIFICATION OF AN ENVIRONMENTALAUTHORISATION FOR THE DECOMMISSIONING OF

SOLVENT TANKS AND ASSOCIATED INFRASTRUCTUREAT THE SASOL ONE INDUSTRIAL COMPLEX,

SASOLBURGFS-DETEA Ref Number: EMB/27(v)/13/04

Environmental Authorisation for the decommissioning of Sasol Solvents’ tanks and associated infrastructureat the Sasol One industrial complex in Sasolburg, Free State, was granted by the Free State Department ofEconomic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs (FS-DETEA) on 22 November 2013 in terms ofthe National Environmental Management Act, 1998 (Act No.107 of 1998) read with the Environmental ImpactAssessment (EIA) Regulations, 2010, published in Government Notice No.R544 of 18 June 2010.

In terms of Chapter 7 of the EIA regulations, a notice of intention to appeal against the decision can be lodgedwithin 20 days of being notified of the decision. Should any I&AP intend to appeal they are required to provideSasol, through Jones & Wagener and the FS-DETEA with a copy of the notice of intention to appeal. Furtherto the aforementioned regulation, regulation 62(1) states that “an appeal as contemplated in regulation 61(1)must be submitted within 30 days after the lapsing of the 20 days contemplated in 60(1).”

The notice of intention to appeal must be directed to:MEC (Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs)

Postal address: Private Bag X20801, Bloemfontein, 9300Fax: (051) 400 4709

A copy of the environmental authorisation is available on the Jones & Wagener website (www.jaws.co.za),or contact us for a copy.

Jones & Wagener (Pty) LtdAnelle Lötter / Sibongile Bambisa

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SASOLBURG. - The Vaal River Soccer Lea-gue was a huge success with all the power-houses from previous seasons changing posi-tions recently. The schools gave some excel-lent performances with some really excitingfootball being played by the likes of Phoenix,Suiderlig, Sasolburg High and Carel De Wet.Adidas and Toyota Sasolburg partook in thisday providing an excellent platform with thesponsoring of the Ladies Trophies (Toyota).The various age groups performed well andthe usual suspects for the ladies were GeneralSmuts vs Suiderlig in the Final. The Suiderligsquad performed very well and took the Finalwith a 3 -0 win over General Smuts. The u/15s had a high-flying PhoenixHigh Schoolmeetwith Carel De Wets u/15. It was a tight affairand the showpiece was defending from both

sides.With a tense encounter all it neededwasa goal. That goal eventually came in the se-cond half of the match for Carel De Wet. Ca-rel De Wet held on to the lead to win the final1 - 0.The u/17 final was a really exciting game

asGeneral Smuts, powerhouse of theVaal Ri-ver Soccer League, clashed with a first-timefinalist - Sasolburg High School. GeneralSmuts had aman sent off for a deliberate handball which foiled a goal-scoring opportunity.Sasol High slotted home the penalty and thentook control.Not to be counted out, General Smuts came

at Sasolburg High School but could not makeenough of clear-cut opportunities. SasolburgHigh School then created some Spectacularopportunities and finished the game off. Thefinal score was 5 - 2 with some outstanding

performances. The u/20 match up was bet-ween two powerhouses Carel Dewet and Sui-derlig. The Game was tight with Suiderligplaying the more attractive football. Defensi-vely sound Carel De Wet needed somethingextraordinary from their Captain to take thelead. A twenty-yard stunner which couldmake any footballer drop their jaws was thehighlight 20 minutes into the final. He wasat it again with another opportunity whichwas saved brilliantly. The game finished 3 -

0with Carel DeWet being crowned the seniorChampions. The new season starts in April2014 and we want to include all primaryschools from the ages of u/7 year olds tou/13s.The aim is to finalise and prepare for amee-

ting before the end of the year and we wouldlike all schools to join us in creating some-thing special for the future leagues. Vaal Ri-ver Soccer League falls under VYFD whichin full is Vaal Youth Football Development.

The Vaal River Soccer League takes a big stride

The senior champions HTS Carel De Wet celebrating their victory recently.


A lot has been said and written about thedeath of late statesman Nelson RolihlahlaMandela. This is the very samemanwho pla-yed a significant role in bringing the 2010World Cup to Africa for the first time whenSouth Africa hosted this world showpiece.I thought I was going to run on about the

success of the Safa Sedibeng teams, but Idecided to join the millions of South Afri-cans who pay homage to this great man. The-re is no word to describe him except EX-CELLENCE. Many of us have learned whatforgiveness means because of the humiliati-on this man was able to assimilate.The outstanding moment that Shooting

From The Hip remembers about Tata waswhen South Africa was granted the opportu-

nity to host the 2010 Fifa World Cup. It washis emotional speech that the world fell inlove with at South Africa FIFA Headquar-ters.This is the moment I will never forget in

my entire life. How can one forget the 1996African Cup of Nations? TheMadibaMagic!The man was more popular in sports thanin politics, taking into consideration the rolehe played for our national team to conquerthe world.Tata Madiba played a part in the transfor-

mation of sports in this country and one can’tjust ignore that. Shooting From The Hip justwonders what this country would be like ifwe hadn’t had such a great leader as TataMadiba.He inspired most of us, especially those

who had no hope for the future.I’m grateful for who I am because of this

man, because he indirectly played a role inmy life. Today I can face the world without

fear. My pride has nothing to do with arro-gance or achievement but the confidence theman instilled in me – FEAR NOT! For toolong, fear has prevented some of us from ta-king risks in life.The Bafana Bafana Class of ‘96 can attest

to this - how to conquer fear when they werecrowned the African Cup Champions. Selfbelief! Don’t forget – this is the man whospent 27 years in prison, yet came out andbecame president.He has run the race and it is now entirely

up to us to finish it. But we can’t do thisas long as our hearts are dominated by fear.

The reason most of us don’t succeed in lifeis because we want to be ‘people pleasers’but this was not the case with the old man.We will never realise our dreams if we

are ‘people pleasers’, which is the greatestchallenge in our football leadership. You askyourself - “Am I reading Shooting From TheHip or the TD Jakes book?” But yes, thisis your favourite weekly column ‘ShootingFrom The Hip.’ Robala ka kgotso Tata. Youhave run the race and it is up to us to finishit.On a lighter note, Shooting From The Hipwishes to thank Safa Sedibeng for appoin-ting Yours Truly to the regional u/15 team.

It is not as if I’m arrogantSHOOTINGFROM THE

HIPWith

Zacharia Nale

Zacharia Nale

VANDERBIJLPARK. - News travelsfast! Sedibeng Ster Sports has learnedthat Tebello “Benza” Kheswa could beback as head coach of the VUT FC.The news reaching Sedibeng Ster

Sport is that VUTwill part wayswith cur-rent head coach Geelbooi ‘Goma’ Mas-ango after this former Vaal Professionaldefender spent two seasonswith the insti-tution’s soccer team.According to a source close to this de-

velopment, Kheswa tops the list of favou-rite candidates, taking into considerationwhat he achieved while he was still VUTDevelopment FC coach two years ago.He left VUT under a cloud after he wastold by the VUT Sports Department thatthe institution had done away with deve-lopment teams. Hewon the Super Leaguefor three consecutive seasons while hewas still at VUT. His achievements wereenough to convince VUTmanagement torecall this talented coach from Tshepiso,Sharpeville.To add more feathers to his cap, Khes-

wa also helped the institution’s soccerteam reach the finals of the USSA, whichhosted VUT. His CV speaks for itself alt-hough he remains humble and down-to-earth.To date, after hewas “shown the door”,

Kheswa went back to his original team

Tshepiso Barcelona FC before he joinedforces with Vaal Milano FC. He helpedthe club finish in a respectable positionon the Safa Sedibeng SAB League’s loglast season.Despite being a student of this beauti-

ful game, Kheswa has proven beyonddoubt that he has a great future ahead ofhim as far as coaching is concerned.When approached for comment Khes-

wa said he had no idea that he was a red-hot favourite candidate for VUT FC.Sedibeng Ster Sports has it on good

authority that VUT students are the onesthat suggested to management that Khes-wa be called back.Speaking to Sedibeng SterSports a stu-

dent who did not want to be named, said:“The management must swallow theirpride and recall Kheswa because the manhas achieved more than some of the coa-ches they hired in the past.

Kheswa himself says: “I had somegood times there and everyone was goodto me, but unfortunately I was told thatthey had gotten rid of development teamsand I had no choice but to leave. I wasdoing well there and the results were the-re for everyone to see,” says Kheswa.However, Kheswa did not dismiss any

possibility of going back to VUT thoughhe told Sedibeng Ster Sports that he iscommitted to Vaal Milano FC.

Coach “Benza” onway back to VUT FC?


SportSportSportSportSportSportSport at its best

Zacharia Nale

SEBOKENG. - Former Bafana Bafana teammanager Sipho Nkumane hailed as a vibrantsuccess theworkshop held at Imphahlolle Pri-mary School in Zone 14.Speaking to Sedibeng Ster Sports, Nkuma-

ne says the turn-out was positive with teammanagers, coaches and administrators co-ming in numbers. The workshop was organi-

sed by Emfuleni Local Footbal Association(ELFA) chairman Philip Ndlovu to empowerteams’ managers and administrators by tel-ling them how to run their day-to-day clubaffairs. Good news for those who could notattend the workshop is that Nkumane says hewill organise another workshop to promotecontinuity. He thanks all the teams who senttheir representatives to the workshop. “I was

encouraged by the teams’ interest in thisworkshop and wewill be organising a follow-up workshop to give those who were not herea chance. I really want to thank all the peoplewho contributed to the success of the work-shop, especially the ELFA. There is a seriousneed for this kind of workshop for the clubsto improve their administration,’ says Nku-mane. His sentiments were echoed byNdlovu

who believes the workshop was an eye-ope-ner for teams that wanted to know how to runtheir clubs’ affairs.‘I wish to thankMr Nkumane for voluntee-

ring to conduct the workshop. We need peo-ple like him in football whowill serve footballwithout demanding to be paid. We intend toorganise a follow-up workshop early next ye-ar as part of continuity,’ he concludes.

Nkumane lauds adminworkshopNkumane lauds adminworkshop

Zacharia Nale

SEDIBENG. - Safa Sedibeng u/15 boysbrought home a silver medal after finishingin second position at the Safa Legacy TrustJunior Provincial Tournament held at Eldora-

do Park Stadium on Saturday. The spiritedu/15 boys lost 4 - 3 to Safa Johannesburg inan entertaining final. It was end-to-end stuffwith Safa Sedibeng looking to be the betterside of the day. Team coach Tebello Kheswa

says the team made Sedibeng proud by thecharacter they showed in the field of play.In other games that formed part of this tour-

nament, Safa Sedibeng u/13 boys finished inthird place, while the u/13 girls and u/15s fi-

nished in fourth position. Safa Sedibeng wasfull of compliments for the coaches and ma-nagers who prepared these teams. The organi-sation believes that these boys and girls repre-sented Sedibeng with pride and dignity.

Safa Sedibeng u/15Safa Sedibeng u/15brought silver medal homebrought silver medal home

Safa Sedibeng u/15 took second position at the Safa Legacy Trust Junior Provincial Tournament held at Eldorado Park on Saturday. The local boys lost 4 3 to Safa Johannesburgin an entertaining final.

Safa Sedibeng u/15 captain Tshediso Motaung recieving secondplace trophy fromBanyanaBanynaheadcoachSkeshekesheMkhonza and Safa Sedibeng Deputy President Catherine Pekeur.

Safa Sedibeng u/13 took third position during the Safa LegacyTrust Junior Soccer Tournament played at Eldorado Park on Saturday. Photos: Zacharia Nale. Safa Sedibeng u/15 girls team pose for the team photo.

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