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VOLUME 46
WEEK 18
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30 APRIL
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Westvaal Hospital looted
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FRIDAY, 30 ApRIl 2021 lentswe • 3
Drug bust in Rapist gets life
Khuma sentence
Lentswe, Bloemhof - The Regional him together with the woman.
Lentswe, Khuma - A 57 year-old at a certain house.
Court sentenced Thabang Albert “The men then tried to grab the
woman was arrested after she was “They headed to the scene and on
Mokwa (20) last week to life impri- woman, but the boyfriend came back
found in possession of drugs in Ext 8 their arrival searched the house. This
sonment as well as an additional 10 to her rescue after he heard her
over the weekend. led to the discovery of drugs that were
years imprisonment for two separate screaming. The men fled but later fol-
Members of Public Order Policing wrapped in small transparent plastic,
charges of rape. lowed the couple to their home where
(Stilfontein sub-unit) were conducting small quarter sizes of groove tablets as
On 9 April 2018, a mother and they forced entry into the house. They
their normal drug operation in the well as three small transparent plastic
daughter were sleeping at their home assaulted the boyfriend and raped the
area on Saturday 24 April when they containing crystal meth. The total
in Boitumelong, Bloemhof when woman.”
received information about drugs sold value of drugs is estimated at R5 000,
an intruder woke them up at about Consequent to a thorough inves-
a cash amount
04:15. tigation, Mokwa and his accomplice
of R390 was also
“The intruder who threatened the who later passed on, were arrested
found in posses-
daughter, opened the window to al- and linked to both incidents. The
sion of a suspect of
low his accomplice to enter. She was third unknown suspect is still at
which she could not
forced to open the doors and it was large. Mokwa was eventually found
account for,“ said
at that point that she saw a third man guilty on both rape cases and sen-
Sgt Amogelang
standing outside,” said Capt Sam Tse- tenced to life on the first case and 10
Malwetse, police
lanyane, police spokesperson. years imprisonment on the second
spokesperson.
“One of the suspects forced him- rape case.
“She was imme-
self onto the daughter whilst the The Provincial Commissioner of
diately arrested
others raped the mother. The victim North West, Lieutenant General Sello
and was expected
was thereafter dragged outside the Kwena lauded the Investigating Of-
to appear in the
house where her private parts were ficer, Detective Sergeant Pule Morake
Stilfontein magi-
washed. The suspects then robbed the of Wolmaransstad Family Violence,
strate’s court on
victims of groceries, cellular phones Child Protection and Sexual Offences
26 April to face
and an undisclosed amount of cash (FCS) Unit for a sterling job. He rei-
charges of dealing
before fleeing from the scene.” terated that the South African Police
in drugs and illegal
On 7 October 2018, a woman and Service will continue to ensure that
selling of dagga.”
her boyfriend from Japapaeo infor- perpetrators of Gender-Based Vio-
mal settlement in Bloemhof were con- lence are brought to book. “It is our
fronted by two men who pretended to responsibility to protect the inhabi-
Drugs found in be members of the Community Police tants of this country and we will not
Khuma. Forum (CPF). The men who instruc- rest until women and children are and
ted the boyfriend to leave, followed feel safe,” General Kwena concluded.
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Monkey Tower mall:
rescued from Most shops
backyard cage non-compliant
Lentswe, Alabama - Inspectors from as pets but says they are still wild Lentswe, Jouberton - The Department Act),” he said.
the Orkney Animal Shelter (OAS) animals which can’t be tamed. “It is of Labour conducted a blitz inspection In dealing with non-complying em-
rescued a vervet monkey who was be- illegal to keep these monkeys as pets to 14 retail and wholesale outlets at ployers, Mampuru said the standard
ing held in a cage in the back yard of if you do not have a permit. Monkeys Tower Mall in Jouberton last week. operating procedures will be followed
a house in Alabama. or any primate do not make good During this inspection, the North to ensure that all workers’ rights are not
The owner of the house handed pets because of their aggressive na- West Inspection and Enforcement Ser- infringed.
the animal voluntarily to the inspec- ture,’’ she said. vices (IES) unit issued 33 non-compli- The inspections were part of the ser-
tors when he was told that he is not “You have to have a permit to ance notices. vice delivery campaign by the Depart-
allowed to have the animal. keep any wild animal in captivity and According to the Provincial Chief In- ment, where it took all its services to
Diane Jacobs from OAS says many these are not granted. There is a very spector, Boikie Mampuru, the number the communities of Jouberton and the
people consider exotic animals heavy penalty for being caught with of notices issued was a serious cause for surrounding areas.
a wild indigenous animal in concern as it basically meant that work- These services were in respect of the
a cage. Nature Conserva- ers were not protected. Unemployment Insurance Fund (UIF)
tion do not give out per- “Only one out of fourteen outlets and Compensation Fund (CF) processes
mits to keep vervets as pets that we inspected was compliant against as well as the Public Employment Ser-
under any circumstances, the four pieces of legislation that our vices.
for very good reason.” blitz was based on. The rest were either The focus of these inspections was on
The monkey was in a non-compliant in one or more, with compliance with the Labour Legislation
healthy condition and is most notices recorded under non-com- such as the Occupational Health and
estimated to be between pliance with different regulations within Safety (OHS) Act, Unemployment In-
one and two years old. He the Compensation for Occupational surance Fund (UIF) Act, Compensation
was transported to a rehab and Diseases Act (COIDA) and Occu- Fund (CF) Act and the Basic Conditions
centre sanctuary on Satur- pational Health and Safety Act (OHS of Employment Act (BCEA) Act.
Study for free
day 24 April where he will
be rehabilitated into the
wild again.
If you can help the ani-
mal shelter with a donation,
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - There is an op- 12 to qualify. They offer project support
contact Diane on 074 306
portunity for youth of Kanana to study services, a SETA accredited 12 month
9811 for more info.
project management for free. national certificate.
The vervet monkey after Advance Academy of Johannesburg is They are inviting learners to register
his rescue from a backyard offering 200 learners a chance to study. on their database by sending ID num-
cage. Photo: Orkney They must be aged between 18-28. ber, full names and surname, address
Animal Shelter. According to the academy, you must and grade via Whatsapp to Norma
be unemployed and have grade 10 to (084 662 3562) or Khura (072 048
2012).
More information from 083 377
0893. The closing date is 21 May.
FRIDAY, 30 ApRIl 2021 lentswe • 5
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FRIDAY, 30 ApRIl 2021 lentswe • 7 “Most challenging elections yet” Lentswe, Klerksdorp - President Cyril for this weekend will be announced soon Ramaphosa announced last week that the following consultations with various stake- local government elections will take place holders. on 27 October. Other key preparations will include This will be the sixth time under South finalising candidate nominations for ward Africa’s democratic dispensation that vo- and PR lists for the more than 10 000 seats ters will elect leadership and public re- to be contested in 205 local municipalities, presentatives at metropolitan, district and 8 metros and 44 district councils. Candi- local level. date nominations are scheduled to take The president urged eligible - and espe- place during August and September. cially first-time voters - to ensure they are registered to participate in the elections which provide the basis for develop- ment and service delivery closest to where citizens live. The IEC commented: “This year’s elections would be among the most challenging yet faced by the Electoral Commission, political parties, can- didates and all other stakeholders. Campaigning and mobilizing citizens, and conducting registration and elec- tions in-person as required by our legal framework presents unique challenges to us all under COVID-19 conditions. But we have examples of success- fully overcoming these from countries around the world - and our own by- elections - to emulate and build on. And together we have the technology, the tools, the people and the passion to overcome these challenges.” The IEC will soon embark on a national voter registration campaign to facilitate and encourage participa- tion in the elections by as many eligible voters as possible. This campaign will include an extensive communication and education drive across multimedia platforms along with targeted interven- tions aimed specifically at first-time voters. These will include registration initiatives at schools, tertiary education campuses and other opportunities. This campaign will culminate in a national voter registration weekend. The dates
8 • LENTSWE FRIDAY, 30 APRIL 2021
Molaudi Aloysius Menyatso Mosadiwatlala Tsatseng (61) Sisi Mamokgele Sothoane (71) Daniel Ramatshamekwane Nozibonelo Florah Moseki
(51) of 478 Ext 6, Jouberton of 7718 Ext 1, Jouberton of 3939 Ext 4, Kanana will be Diswane (35) of 7795 Ext 9, (68) of 11979 Ext 9, Jouberton
will be buried on 1 May. The will be buried on 1 May. The buried on 1 May. The service Khuma will be buried on 1 will be buried on 30 April.
service will be held at home at service will be held at home at will be conducted at home at May. The service will be held The service will be held at
07:00. 07:00. 07:30. at home at 07:00. home at 07:00.
Nanaki Flora Faba (45) of Kabelo Charles Monchwe (76) Mosele Shiela Tau (42) Khanyelwa Agnes Tolamo (63) Elisa Matshediso Maloisane
23279 Ext 14, Kanana will be of 18376 Ext 19, Jouberton of X350 Mbetha Street, of 1214 Nonkonyane Street, (65) of 3168 Ext 4, Kanana
buried on 1 May. The service will be buried on 1 May. The Jouberton will be buried on Kanana will be buried on 1 will be buried on 30 April.
will be conducted at home at service will be held at home at 1 May. The service will be May. The service will be held The service will be held at
07:00. 07:00. held at Modimo wa Boikanyo at Ethiopian Church of SA at Apostolic Faith Mission at
Church Ext 7 at 07:00. 07:30. 07:00.
Dikitsiso Family says thank you
30 April: White JAZZ Palace & Ziaduma JAZZ
Promotions presents an International JAZZ Day
Celebration. Venue: White Jazz Palace, Jouberton. Jazz Lentswe, Jouberton - The TT/ They humbly and gratefully the Ethiopian
Players v/s Diggers. From 17:00 till late. Entrance: Smart MG Balite family would like to thank all to have spent the day Church of
casual, formal / black suit, white shirt and tie. Open bar stop and sincerely thank and with them, leaving your com- SA.
available. Meals: R40. Solly Mkhehlane at 078 315 0414. appreciate the support given mitments behind and making
by attendees of the unveiling them feel special.
9 May: Possibilyties present Afro Jazz at Tigane of tombstones for their loved Thank you families, friends,
Community Hall. From 13:00 till late. Free entrance. ones. neighbours, colleagues and
Host: Ntate Xakekile Dial. More info: 082 411 2661.
Poor waste management
All Covid 19 rules to be followed.
system under the pandemic
Ezekiel Hoti, Wolmarans- playing inside, getting exposed Due to the current state of
stad - It is very sad to see how to contaminated foods and Covid-19, hygiene plays a
communities are exposed to other items that endangers significant role to curb the
contaminated environment their lives daily. spread but this is just compro-
that poses health hazards to It is also affecting the house- mised and it is deeply affec-
Covid-19 related diseases in holds near the bins because ting the health of the commu-
Tswelelang Chris Hani ward 2. decomposed bodies of dead nity.
The yellow bins provided by animals and other hazardous The same scenario happens
Maquassi Hills Local Munici- waste are thrown on the at Gatelapele Secondary School
pality to curb illegal dumping ground that creates a bad smell whereby the yellow bin is full
sites are full of rubbish which once the sun heats up which and surrounded by rubbish.
are not regularly col- makes it simpler for one to The school also experiences
lected. contract diseases like tubercu- a high volume of sewerage
This causes the losis etc. leakages which affects learners
community to create According to Mr Javas and staff with bad smell that
illegal dumping of Lehloo, a concerned group gets into classes, with a con-
rubbish near homes leader, the trucks that are used tinuing water crisis that makes
and streets, due to to pick up such waste went for it difficult for them to live in a
the municipal failure repair and so far the munici- healthy environment.
to monitor the waste pality failed to explain the pro- The school kitchen is located
across the area. gress on repairs nor failure to near all this.
For more than three provide necessary basic services This is unacceptable that
months, rubbish in the to the community, however the could at the end affect the
bins was not collected attempt to get municipalities quality of food learners receive
whereby kids end up reaction on the matter failed. based on poor hygiene.
FRIDAY, 30 ApRIl 2021 lentswe • 9
Westvaal Hospital looted
Lentswe, Orkney - The Department of are suspected to be largely made up of we should have police stationed at the “The hospital premises was searched
Health beefed up security at Westvaal illegal miners have targeted the hospi- facility to assist our security until the yesterday, but no one was found hiding
Hospital after illegal miners gained tal for theft of items like gas and copper situation is back to normal failing which in the ceiling. However, it is apparent
entry to the premises and looted wards material. we will have to contract armed security that people did enter the premises. It
that are not in use. “We have beefed up security and we and bodyguards,’’ he said. was established during the search that
According to Tebogo Lekgethwane, continue to engage SAPS for further Brig Sabatha Mokgwabone, police a gate at the back of the hospital was
spokesperson, a group of gangsters who security enhancement. Our view is that spokesperson, said the police are damaged.
patrolling the “Furthermore, a window was found
area but cannot broken in ward 9 and 10 (both currently
provide security not in use). It was further discovered
services to any that the ceiling was broken. There was
private property. also tampering with a copper pipe,
“If buildings electric box and an oxygen pipe.”
are left without Nico Masiu, spokesperson of the
supervision, you Klerksdorp/Tshepong Hospital Com-
can expect it to be plex, said only two wards at the West-
vandalised. A case vaal Hospital are in use for Covid
of malicious da- patients. “Patients and staff at the
mage to property hospital are scared. The Zama Zamas
are investigated,’’ who invaded the premises are armed
he said. and dangerous.’’
The stadium didn’t burn down a reported.
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FRIDAY, 30 ApRIl 2021 lentswe • 11
Marriage law gets the green light
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The cabinet has The legislation which currently re- it is virtually impossible to pass legisla- of the marriage dissolution;
approved the publication of the Green gulates marriages in South Africa has tion governing every single religious or It will allow for equitable treatment
Paper on Marriages for public consulta- been developed without an overarching cultural marriage practice.” and respect for religious and customa-
tion. policy that is based on constitutional Some of the key changes that will be ry beliefs in line with Section 15 of the
“The Green Paper aims to work values and an understanding of mo- introduced in the new policy include: Constitution.
towards the development of a new dern social dynamics. This has led to The new Marriage Act will enable It will deal with the solemnisation
Single Marriage Bill and will align the the recognition of different marriage South Africans of different sexual orien- and registration of marriages that in-
country’s marriage regime with the con- rituals without any harmonisation. tation, religious and cultural persua- volve foreign nationals;
stitutional principle of equality,” said “Despite all the changes that have sions to conclude legal marriages; It will deal with the solemnisation
minister in the Presidency Khumbudzo been made in the marriage legislation The introduction of strict rules and registration of customary marriages
Ntshavheni. post-1994, there are still serious gaps around the age of marriage (including that involve non-citizens especially
“The paper makes proposals on in the current legislation. For instance, the alignment of age of majority in the cross-border communities or citizens of
unions of people from all sexual orien- the current legislation does not regulate marriage legislation to the Children’s our neighbouring countries.
tations, religious and cultural persua- some religious marriages such as the Act);
sions. Hindu, Muslim and other customary It will align the marriage, matrimo-
“It also proposes the complete re- marriages that are practised in some nial property and divorce legislation
moval of child marriages in our future African or royal families. Given the di- to address matrimonial property and
marriage regime,” she said. versity of the South Africa population, intestate succession matters in the event
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SAFA ACADEMY WINS
MAYORAL CUP
Lentswe, Alabama - The finals of the Mayo- losana and Maquassie Hills local football
ral Cup took place on 25 April at Alabama associations.
Stadium. Teams and clubs held soccer eliminations
Cash prizes were handed to the winners for u/19 boys and women teams. Matlosana
and finalists. (both genders). clubs converged at Alabama Stadium to
SAFA Dr K Kaunda region and the select their winning teams.
district municipality host this competition The Safa Academy FC won the u/19 sec-
across the region. The tournament is played tion on penalties. The score was 3-2.
by winning teams from the JB Marks, Mat- They played Excellence in the final. The
ladies of
Tawana won
the ladies
section.
An elated Safa
Academy can
be seen with
the mayor,
chief whip,
team manager
and coach.
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