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Muni’s ‘minor’ expenditureMuni’s ‘minor’ expenditureNelie Erasmus

THE Polokwane Municipality tabled a report before council on Thursday for the ratifi cation of 'minor' breaches of procurement processes, unauthorised, irregular and fruitless and wasteful expenditure to the value of R641,85 million during the 2015/6 fi nancial year and R222,5 million for the 2016/17 fi nancial year.

The supply chain management policy and regulations state that goods or services may be procured, dispensing of the offi cial procurement process in an emergency, if there is a single provider only, for the acquisition of special works of art or historical objects where specifi cations are

diffi cult to compile, acquisitions of animals for a zoo and exceptional cases where it is impractical or impossible to follow offi cial procurement processes.

The accounting offi cer must record reasons for the deviations in terms of sub-regulation (1) (a) and (b) and report them to the next council meeting and include as a note to the annual fi nancial statements.

The report stated that deviations are only processed after a memo by the business unit has been approved by the CFO.

If not acceptable, the ratifi cation is rejected. Minor breaches is ratifi ed only where no bidder qualifi ed for evaluation on functionality and also to avoid cost of advertising. Contracts were extended

to allow service providers to fi nalise a project. A panel of service providers will be appointed to deal with council support as it is a vital part of municipal governing structures.

Unauthorised expenditure is said to be incurred due to impairment and depreciation of assets which are non-cash items, and irregular expenditure is due to a historical project appointed during the previous fi nancial years and expenditure is therefore reported each fi nacial year until the end of the contract or completion of the project.

A large percentage of the expenditure was for catering and stationery, for which it would not have been problematic to acquire three quotations.

It was however in the majority of cases listed stated, that the deviation was the result of supply chain process was 'impractical'.

More than 100 long service award watches were purchased from two suppliers for municipal employees during the two fi nancial years, amounting to R988 234.

It was proposed that the irregular expenditure be referred to the Municipal Public Accounts Committee for investigation to determine if the expenditure is recoverable or irrecoverable and that it be disclosed in the annual fi nancial statements for the fi nancial year ending 30 June 2016 and 2017, and it be reported to the MEC for Local Government.nelie@nmgroup.co.za

The ‘love doctor’

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Taxi drivers, owners ask department for fairness over impound feesSizziling Sun Meropa Hotel

Sun Meropa Hotel is offi cially open for business and it brings with it a taste of Moroco. Exclusive guests attended the opening on Saturday. A twist to the normal ribbon cut, the Sun Meropa Hotel sign was set alight as the offi cial opening. Story and photos on page 2. - Page 5

Author passionate about spreading the love through his work

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Taxi drivers ask for fairnessAnne Molope

COMMUTERS were left stranded last Thursday when taxi operators and owners embarked on a protest action at SABC Park to object 'unfair treatment'.

The protesters marched from SABC Park to the Department of Transport to hand over a memorandum with their grievances to the MEC, Nandi Ndalane.

South African National Taxi Council (Santaco) Chairperson, Solomon Ledwaba, said among the grievances listed in the memorandum was the fees associated with having a vehicle released once it had been impounded.

“To have impounded vehicles released we have to pay a fi ne of between R10 000 and

Sun Meropa Hotel lights up night skyMaretha Swanepoel

BLAZING fi reworks announced the offi cial opening of the Sun Meropa Hotel on Saturday, 29 July as guests to this prestigious event were greeted by a group of African dancers and friendly hotel personnel.

Guests included the Chief Executive Offi cer of the Limpopo Gambling Board, Serobi Maja, members of the Meropa board, members and representatives of the Domba Trust and tourism stakeholders and service providers.

Miss South Africa, Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters, was the master of ceremonies and explained that in the 15 years of Sun Meropa's existence, it is the fi rst Sun International hotel in the city.

Sun Meropa General Manager, Peter Guthrie, explained to the guests the new hotel is only the fi rst project in the expansion of Sun Meropa.

“Looking back, it is hard to believe it was less than a year ago that we gathered on this site on the occasion of the sod turning for this hotel. Our construction team and the various departments from within Sun Meropa and Sun International have indeed achieved an incredible feat in delivering this project ahead of schedule.”

He explained that not only does this hotel enhance the experience Sun Meropa is able to offer guests, but they believe it to be a strategic investment which will help to

promote and encourage tourism to the city.The Chief Executive Offi cer of Sun

International, Anthony Leeming, was among the honoured guests at the opening.

“The build-up to this opening has been fi lled with excitement, most specifi cally for the team here on the ground at Sun Meropa. Over the nine months they have been witness to the evolution of this exquisite hotel. The opening of this hotel is the fruition of a promise that Sun Meropa has nurtured since the opening of the casino. A promise that has created an all-encompassing world class entertainment and hospitality hub in Polokwane,” he said.

Raleigh Maesela, Chairperson of the Meropa board, said Sun Meropa takes to heart its obligation to contribute to building a sustainable community in Polokwane and surrounding areas. “From the very beginning, Sun Meropa put in place numerous social and environmental responsibility programmes, striving wherever possible to support organisations and initiatives with causes close to its heart, and the heart of the community. In addition to ongoing community building efforts, Sun Meropa strives to contribute tot he economic upliftment of the local community through job creation.”

After the speeches Georgia Hirst and Adrian McLeash from Dreams of Fire, lit Sun Meropa Hotel's sign while belly dancers added to the entertainment. maretha@nmgroup.co.za

Taxi drivers and owners protest the impound fees they have to pay to have their vehicles released.

Kallie Pillay, Bridgit Miller and Doreen Gooranah, in front, and Kelvin Pillay, Zaine Miller and Ruben Gooranah enjoy the offi cial opening of the Sun Meropa Hotel. Insert: Dolly Mosotho enjoys the entertainment.

Zoleka Skweyiya from Head Group Communication and Suné Morton from The Mail Room at the offi cial opening of the Sun Meropa Hotel on Saturday.

R11 000. It often happens that the vehicles are impounded because as per traffi c offi cials we are driving on the wrong routes. We want the matter to be investigated and resolved,” Ledwaba said.

During the protest Santaco Treasurer, Selaelo Serepa, addressed the protesters on the contents of the memorandum. Among the other grievances listed in the memorandum, the protesters demanded that the department refrain from breeding operational confl icts between taxi associations and they want to be a part of discussions around the Land Transport Framework and Rural Transport Strategy as they say there was never stakeholder engagement with the taxi industry.

“We demand the MEC to put an end to this senseless behavior of law enforcement offi cials and to stop harassing taxi operators about permits. We further demand the imposed impound fee be reviewed,” Ledwaba added.

Department of Transport Spokesperson, Joshua Kwapa, said they will give Santaco a response within 14 days as they have mentioned and stated in the memorandum. “We will respond to them within the time they requested and we would like to advise and educate them on the terms and conditions regarding taxi permits and impound issues. We think we need to engage with the taxi industry about how these conditions work. Taxi drivers complain about permits, but they don’t know how the permits and issuing work. With regard to the Department of Transport not issuing permits, this information is not true as we do issue permits based on the needs of the new taxis, for example, taxis drivers that need to collect commuters in new areas. We as the department think it our responsibility to educate taxi operators with as much information as possible,” Kwapa said.anne@nmgroup.co.za

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MPAC castigates muni over various issuesNelie Erasmus

THE Municipal Public Accounts Committee (MPAC) during a recent hearing voiced their dissatisfaction and disappointment about various issues within the Polokwane Municipality.

The answers to questions posed regarding issues reported on in the 2016/17 quarterly reports were to be submitted to MPAC by 4 July, but was only done so on 20 July, the date of the hearing. Ndave Ramakuela, Acting Municipal Manager, said the information supplied was incomplete and the municipality asked to submit it later.

He said coordination was not effective, as some reports were submitted, while others weren’t. He also said the quality of some reports needed to be improved before it could be submitted.

The quality of answers also left a lot to be desired and members of the committee asked what was done to directors who did not comply with timeous submission of reports. MPAC said it did not leave them with enough time to report back to the council at the council meeting scheduled for 27 July and said the municipality was disrespecting its authority and not taking them seriously.

The municipality also disregarded the public who attended the hearings and MPAC wished the municipality to account for their actions.

Reports from the directorate of Local Economic Development were also not

complete, as certain information was not supplied.

The directorate explained that the information was supplied later, as the computer system did not transfer all the information.

MPAC had several questions about overtime of traffi c offi cers and fi xed kilometres and car allowances and projects where contractors were appointed without their knowledge.

They queried the municipality’s supply chain processes and reasons why the implementation of certain contracts were delayed and letters not delivered to contractors which they said the reasons must be investigated.

MPAC was informed that it was unbased allegations and supply chain management processes were followed. MPAC, however, maintained an oversight visit confi rmed some allegations.

A question came to mind after it

was reported that ward committees were disestablished and ward committee elections for the 2016 to 2021 term were nullifi ed by council as a ward committee bylaw was not in place.

As a result no ward committee activities took place for the fi rst quarter.

It was not reported upon whether members of the committees were paid for the period, and if so, whether it would be deemed wasteful or irregular expenditure. nelie@nmgroup.co.za

Ensuring thousands get computer literateRoelof de Jonge

UPON realising the need for people from rural communities to become computer literate, William Makgaba, founded the Vexospark Community Technology Centre.

After he completed matric in 2003 William wanted to study B.Sc computer science, but due to his fi nancial situation he had to fi rst fi nd work to save money for his studies.

He moved

to Pretoria where he worked as a gardener for an old woman, little did he know this woman, known to him only as Mrs

Birkman, would be the catalyst to his future venture.

William told Mrs Birkman about his goal to study and about his fi nancial situation and she decided to help him reach his goal by registering him, and paying for his fi rst year’s studies at Unisa.

During his studies William realised he was lacking behind because

he was not computer literate due to him coming from a

rural background even though he matriculated with good results.

Shortly after his fi rst year of study, Mrs Brinkman passed away and although

he managed to secure a university grant to continue his studies he decided to drop out and return

to Limpopo.Here William decided he must do

something to better not only his own computer literacy but the computer literacy of those in his community and with the computer he received from Mrs Brinkman he started training four women from home. And so the Vexospark initiative was born.

“Rural people lack computer training. “Because of today’s technological

advances they are often left behind if they are not computer literate.

“My main aim is to teach women from rural areas computer literacy so when they decide to further their studies or start a career they will be ready for the modern world,” he explains.

It didn’t take long before his initiative gained momentum as business entities and charities got onboard to assist him fi nancially in his venture.

Today Vexospark, with its She Will Connect programme, has taught over 16 000 girls from 15 years and older to be computer literate as well as teaching them basic entrepreneurial skills. Supported by the Peace Foundation Trust, Vexospark introduces learners to information Communication Technology (ICT) in education which results in a higher pass rate and average achievement in subjects such as mathematics and science.

Vexospark also teaches women between

the ages of 18 and 35 entrepreneurial skills.

With the support of Intel, Siyafunda, Mastercard and Junior Achievement South Africa, Vexospark is set to train and support more rural women and girls to be ready when they further their studies or begin their careers.

First starting out by teaching women computer literacy using classes at fi ve rural schools in Mankweng up intil 2012, William, with the help of his partners, managed to convert a community hall in the Mankweng area into a computer science centre with updated computers and laptops, furniture and a projector. Vexospark currently has fi ve Community Technology Centres located in Segopje, Matlala, Sekgopo, Sekhukhune and the Mokopane area.

William furthered his own studies in social-economic development at the University of Johannesburg as well as customer care and fi nancial management through Unisa.

“I believe I made a change for the better in people’s lives.

“I regularly receive feedback from people I have helped who have either furthered their studies or have successful careers,” the husband and father of two adds with a proud smile. roelof@nmgroup.co.za

William Makgaba, founder and director of Vexospark Community Technology Centre.

Justice Mogale, MPAC Chairperson.

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‘People, roses are very alike’Riana Joubert

MARIA Legodi has never been a person who backs down from a challenge. “I was not raised to look the other way when people are in need and I am not a person who says something is too much or too hard to handle.

“I grew up in a poor home, I spent many hours and hundreds of kilometers walking to school and carrying water home in the afternoons.

“I know what it is like to go to sleep hungry, all of this have made me stronger.

It has pruned me to be the best I can be and the most beautiful I can be, even if I only work with something fragile such as roses,” Legodi told BONUS.

She works at a small gardening centre in Tooseng in Limpopo.

The garden centre teaches people in the community how to grow their own vegetables.

Legodi’s dream was to grow the most beautiful roses and she learnt how to do it, not only from local nurseries, but she also worked in gardens to equip herself with the necessary skills and knowledge.

Now she uses her extensive knowledge about roses to teach others the fi ne are of growing these plants.

Legodi says she believes her life experiences brought her to the realisation that you need to be pruned in the winter sometimes in order to become the most beautiful fl ower in the spring and she would like to see more people from rural areas do the same.

“Roses are something that is unique and sometimes diffi cult to grow, but always the most rewarding once it blooms.

I believe people are the same, they need a lot of attention and love to grow into beautiful roses.”riana@nmgroup.co.za

Maria Legodi believes people are like roses.

Celebrating Madiba’s memory

Muni’s monthly flea market successDaniel Lediga

TO HELP empower women entrepreneurs, the Polokwane Municipality hosts a monthly fl ea market to help them grow their businesses.

These fl ea markets are held every fourth week of the month at either Library Gardens, SABC Park or at the Jack Botes Hall after which the entrepreneurs give the municipality feedback on which areas is the best suited for their business. These fl ea markets are open for businesses that are registered on the municipality’s database.

One of the entrepreneurs, Maria Chikana from Mamochiphano Multi Purpose Corporative said: “We began our corporative, which is based in Seshego, in 2005 and we appreciate the opportunity to sell our wares but it would benefi t us more if the municipality could provide us with a permanent venue to do this in the city”.

Another businesswoman, Koranta Raphoko, specialises in beadwork which she initially began as a hobby. She worked as a domestic worker but in 2004 decided to turn her hobby into a profi table career and the demand for her products has been

growing steadily.Rebecca Baloyi is another entrepreneur

who makes beaded jewellery while Dineo Ngwetsana specialises in handmade jewellery after she completed a learnership through the Seda Jewellery Incubator programme. “We started out with just jewellery but soon expanded to make traditional attire as well. Through the assistance of the municipality and these fl ea markets we provide our products and services for weddings and parties among other special occasions,” she said.editor@nmgroup.co.za

Daniel Lediga

AS PART of their fi rst Mandela Day initiative, the personnel of Lancet Laboratories Polokwane spent the past fi ve months collecting non-perishable food which they recently donated to the less fortunate.

The initiative was suggested by one of the staff and the proposal marketing department helped to champion the initiative. Staff from four Lancet Laboratories branches came on board with the initiative and placed boxes at their offi ces where donations could be dropped off.

At the end of the fi ve months, three families from around Ga-Dikgale - two from Sebayeng and one from Solomondale - were identifi ed by social workers from Sebayeng Clinic as benefi ciaries. “We thank everyone for coming onboard with this initiative and we appreciate the donations you made from your own pockets to help brighten these families’ hearts. We hope this initiative will only be the beginning of the good

work we want to do in the community. We thank the social worker who championed our idea and helped us to identify families in need so we could remind them they are appreciated,” said Tumelo Mothemela, Lancet Laboratories Marketing Offi cer.

One of the benefi ciaries, Koketso Tauyatswala, thanked everyone for helping to restore hope. “We appreciate this love and care from the bottom of our hearts. The social workers at Sebayeng Clinic always do their best to assist us wherever they can

as they want to see us having a better future. We thank Lancet Laboratories for the gift, it means a lot to us.”

Matapa Mathole, the social worker at Sebayeng Clinic who championed the idea, said: “We’ve monitored these three families closely as they are child-headed households and we want to help them achieve success. We thank the personnel from Lancet Laboratories for helping us make a difference in their lives”.editor@nmgroup.co.za

Lancet Laboratories personnel and social workers from Sebayeng Clinic hand over the donation to the Mashalane family.

The entrepreneurs who sell their products at the monthly fl ea markets. In front are Maria Chikana, Shirley Setsiba and Koranta Raphoko. At the back are Dineo Ngwetsana, Johanna Nkwana, Rebecca Baloyi, Maphati Mokgotho, Jane Tsebe and Flora Letsoalo.

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Passionate young leader shows vision for future

Katlego ‘Piano Man’ Mamabolo is a professional pianist and entrepreneur and describes himself as a passionate youth leader. Photo: Supplied

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YOUNG African Leaders Initiative (YALI) alumnus of the Regional Leadership Center Southern Africa Katlego Hope Piano Man Mamabolo (22), from Flora Park is a professional pianist and is responsible for making use of the resources he has obtained from YALI to make a positive change in his country, and Africa, as a whole.

“I am not alone in this venture of change but am supported by my fellow YALI alumni,” he says.

Katlego is also a young entrepreneur and says he has a passion for leadership. He is currently based in Bloemfontein where he is a full-time B.Com accounting student at the University of the Free State (UFS).

“I attended Laerskool Chris Hofmeyr, then Flora Park Comprehensive Primary School and thereafter completed my schooling at Florapark Comprehensive High School in 2013.”

Katlego has served in various offi ces at the University of the Free State where he was the chairperson of the Student Representative Council (SRC) Arts and Culture Executive Committee, Vice-chairperson of the Student Representative Council (SRC) Media and Marketing Executive Committee and also on the UFS Hand2Hand Association Arts and Culture Executive Committee.

“I am running a publications entity, called Frequency Publications, under my company alongside two other entities, University of the Free State Commercio (EMS Faculty SRC) and For The Kids (Pty) Ltd.

This entity releases a monthly online publication which aims at promoting a culture of entrepreneurship in and around Bloemfontein, as well as market entrepreneurs making an impact in their industries through our featured entrepreneur of the month, and also two to three University of the Free State Campus Hustlers monthly. This publication targets the youth and promotes UFS Hustlers. Since it is my fi nal year, I am currently just working on the publication entity which is my social responsibility to my university,” he added.

Katlego tells BONUS he had been following YALI for quite some time and decided to become part of the initiative.

“I then decided to apply for the YALI Regional Leadership Center (RLC) Southern Africa Cohort 8. Through a competitive selection process I was chosen to attend their month-long programme which I recently graduated from and earned a certifi cate and a title of YALI RLC Southern Africa Alumni committed to transforming Africa,” he said.

Katlego continuously seeks to grow his skills set and knowledge on what he is passionate about, so that his infl uence and impact is amplifi ed.

“YALI was the right place to go to build my knowledge and skills set. Through my work and company I would like to impact Africa and create, as well as add, value to all those individuals who come in contact with me, or my company. I was also motivated as I would be networking with other young African leaders from all around Africa and thus, my infl uence and experience grows. The programme brings young African

leaders together, grooms them in business, public management and civic leadership, and sends them out to make a positive change in Africa.”

Reach Katlego on social media: Facebook: Katlego Piano Man Mamabolo and or email him at khd.mamabolo@gmail.com. anne@nmgroup.co.za

Miranda Chauke

REECE Phatudi is a gentleman passionate about spreading love through his work.

The author, love activist and motivational speaker started preaching in 1996 while he was still at school. He began to gather youth from churches and schools in Seshego.

“The Seshego Library used to host us when we had youth programmes. I was a youth at the St Paul Lutheran Church, but also met with other organisations, the writing came later”, he shares.

His books came as a result of the grooming he received from the programme, the Pure Love Alliance, which he was introduced to in 2001. At that time, he was promoting the facilitation of HIV/AIDS Prevention Programmes.

“It was one of the reasons I became interested in taking the research about love further. Another thing that contributed greatly was the spiritual involvement,” he said. He joined an organisation called Universal Peace Federation which offered detailed education about love. The Christian background on love, including the Universal Peace Federation, is what birthed him as a love activist.

In 2006, he began to study love and

systematised subjects relating to love. He wrote a thesis titled, Real Love Analogy, which analyses society based on love.

“The central theme of Real Love Analogy was that the main struggle in society, is the love struggle. To solve societal problems, we need love-consciousness. To resolve our problems, we need to embody love consciousness,” he explained. From this paper, he wrote a book called Renewal of the New South Africa, his fi rst published book.

“With Renewal of the New South Africa, I looked at South Africa from a love perspective.”

In Renewal of The New South Africa, he contextualised love principles within the problems of South Africa.

“The foundation of South Africa is good but it lacks love. We haven’t spoken constitutionally about love as a founding value of the country. We haven’t looked at love as a key for the family unit which is the basic building block of this nation. We need renewal because we can’t build a nation without love. I am contributing the love aspect of the renewal process,” he explained further.

In the book, he argues that South Africa cannot realise economic emancipation outside love.

“Even with the economy, for us to share what we have in this country, means if those in power of the economy, through the government or private sector, are not willing to share, we will not realise it.”

After writing the book he realised it was premature of him to talk about love at that level without unpacking what he meant by love. He then wrote the Essentials of Love, where he defi ned love and explained the basic principles. The book was published in 2012 and is available online.

“In Essentials of Love, I deal with love as a principle, beyond emotion. This is inspired by the greatest commandment, which is love. I look at different types of love and problems emanating from love, and elaborate on what love consciousness is. I also had to look at the most critical love. The love between a man and woman, it’s how we human beings procreate. It is the romantic and sexual love, that’s where the inspiration for the book Babe, I want you, came from. The book focuses on romance, love and sex.

“I also became a relationship speaker in 2012. I have been on Thobela FM and Capricorn FM. I started speaking at weddings as well and couples come

for consultations. I am not a counselor, I’m a motivational speaker for couples. When couples see me, I make that clear.”editor@nmgroup.co.za

Reece Phatudi.

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Hloni’s disability not a curse, but a blessingAnne Molope

FEISTY Placement Offi cer at the Association for Persons with Disability (APD) Limpopo Lehlogonolo Hloni Rakolo, makes sure that all events, projects and residents at the APD are taken good care of. The shooting incident that left Hloni wheelchair-bound for the rest of his life by no means stops him from being active and a leader within the APD. He participates in all sorts of sports and urges the other residents to compete as well.

“I love helping everyone here because there are other disabled residents that struggle as I do, if not more. There are individuals that are

paralysed from the waist upwards, or from the waist down like myself, and require assistance with many things. I assist them as much as I can where necessary because I know how it feels to be helpless,” he explained.

Hloni says he also helps new residents to settle into their new rooms so they are comfortable and enjoy their stay.

He explains that the wheelchair changed the way he lives and compared to the rural areas, Polokwane is far more wheelchair friendly.

“As a disabled person, don't let your disabilities get you down as it is not the end of the world. Anything is possible, as long as you put your mind to it. I enjoy playing wheelchair-basketball and would like other individuals who are interested in joining me, to set up one good wheelchair-

basketball team.“They can contact

me at placement@apdlimpopo.co.za.anne@nmgroup.co.za

Vodacom Lim gives hope Maseo Nethanani

AS MANDELA Month draws to a close, Vodacom Limpopo donated food parcels to almost 1 000 Boetse Secondary School learners in Moletsi Mabokelele, in the Capricorn District last Thursday.

The food parcels were packed by Vodacom Limpopo for the disadvantaged learners on Mandela Day.

Sixty schools around the country, 10 from Limpopo, three in the Capricorn district, and seven in the Sekhukhune district gratefully received the generous donations.

According to Vodacom Limpopo's Managing Executive, Chris Lazarus, it’s all about giving in honour of Tata Nelson Mandela and Vodacom specifi cally selected non-perishable items that would last.

“We chose nine schools in Limpopo of whom Boetse Secondary School was one. We want the children to take education seriously and we came here today to engage with the students. We are investing in the development of education. It’s not built by Vodacom alone, it’s in partnership with the Department of Education to ensure that the content is relevant. The data they use is free, and it’s an opportunity for us to

help the schools in terms of moving forward,” he said.District Senior Manager for Polokwane, Director

Mothemane, selected Boetse Secondary School to represent the district.

“I know the learners will honour this important day and use the donations from Vodacom to better their future.

Vodacom came to Boetse Secondary School with the power to energise the learners for a better future. As the department of education, we thank Vodacom for their generous contribution.

“One of the things Nelson Mandela liked so much after he was released from prison, besides freedom and equal opportunities for all, and close to his heart, was the children,” said Mothemane.

Boetse Secondary School Principal, Levy Motsepe, thanked Vodacom Limpopo for their generous contribution.

“We are honoured and privileged. In the history of this school, this is the fi rst time we

have received such great gifts. Some of the learners are orphans, and others are child-headed families, so Vodacom has done something that these children will never forget.” editor@nmgroup.co.za

Left: Levy Motsepe (Boestse Secondary School Principal), Ishmael Mathinya (Excutive Head of Division Enterprise Operator), Director Mothemamane (District Senior Manager for Polokwane), and Chris Lazarus (Vodacom Limpopo Managing Executive) with Eldah Moloto (Miss Boetse Secondary School 2016) at the Vodacom Limpopo event. Right: Boetse Secondary School choir entertains fellow learners and Vodacom staff.

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Jane has big dreamsDaniel Lediga

IT TAKES a strong woman to stand up for herself and not admit defeat when faced with overwhelming odds. Jane Tsebe, from the village of Ga-Molepo Ga-Lekgothoane, held her head high and decided to create a better life for her family. Jane said as long as she had a pair of willing hands, she could not sit back and let poverty get the better of her family. It is said by the sweat of his brow, man will have food. The mother of fi ve had to fi nd a way to provide for her children so she decided to take a fi rm stand and make it in this male-dominated world.

“In 2014 I realised I could not just sit and do nothing as I had a family to look after. I started to sew traditional clothes and create traditional pots and dishes, used a long time ago by the older generation for eating and drinking purposes. I make them in the fi eld and sell them to the community. I sell some of them plain and

undecorated, and others I make with designs and patterns. I sell from house-to-house around my village. It isn’t so much about the selling, I teach and empower others so that they can also make a living from this and I currently have a work station, where I work and sell my products. From this project I can provide food for my family and pay school fees,” she explains.

“I would like to thank the Polokwane Municipality for their support in organising a fl ea market so we can showcase our products, and the people who continue to support small businesses so we can to put food on the table. The success of a business depends on the owner - you must have a welcoming attitude towards your customers and you’ll never go wrong. As old as I am, I still see myself becoming a millionaire with the very same business that looks

small, because I believe that the Lord will see us through.” editor@nmgroup.co.za

Youth forum reaches outMaseo Nethanani

IN A bid to help counter the challenges of poverty, inequality and unemployment in the community, the Marishane Youth Development Forum has taken it upon themselves to bring about change.

They identifi ed science, technology and innovation as pivotal areas which will encourage all sectors in the community to collectively work together towards implementing the National Development Plan 2030 Vision.

South African’s Youth Development Ambassador, Koketso Marishane, said on behalf of the Marishane Authority, they are honoured to welcome visitors to their community, who aim to empower their community through advancing human, animal and natural development.

“We’re equally pleased to witness our people noting the socio-economic ills presented by globalisation facing our communities and developing initiatives to counter them,” he said.

Koketso said as part of the Marishane Youth

Development Forum they acknowledge the VW Lemapo Crew, fi rst introduced to the community through the local authority of Ga-Marishane in 2011, and thank them for what they do for the community.

“The VW Lemapo Crew has grown in leaps and bounds and they care for the community by implementing their socially responsible programmes each year to uplift the community supported by the Marishane Offi ce. Noting the need for health education, the crew this year partnered with the Marishane Council of Educators, Marishane Council of Health Professionals and Marishane Sport Federation to leverage impact, mindful of the fact the challenges of sexual reproductive health require the attention of skilled professionals.”

The national VW Lemapo Crew President, Barney Masemola, said: “We aim to revive the brand legacy of our elders by continuously holding it high for sustainability. We’re honoured to have our colleagues from other provinces with us today to add value to the little we have to offer to the villagers”. editor@nmgroup.co.za

Members of the Marishane Youth Development Forum, the VW Lemapo Crew and Kgoshigadi Marishane.

family to look after. I started to sew traditional clothes and create traditional pots and dishes, used a long time ago by the older generation for eating and drinkingpurposes. I make them in the fi eld and sell them to the community. I sell some of them plain and

attitude towards your customers and you’ll never go wrong. As old as I am, I still see myself becoming a millionaire with the very same business that looks

small, because I believe that the Lord will see us through.” editor@nmgroup.co.za

Jane Tsebe with the beautifully decorated

traditional dishes she creates to make a living.

Miranda Chauke

TWO determined entrepreneurs, Moses Mwase and Phineas Makgaba Letsoalo, share a common vision and passion of

promoting arts in Limpopo which led them to establish

Phinnet Communications.Phinnet Photography,

Phinnet Films, Phinnet Creative and Phinnet

Entertainment all fall under the Phinnet Communications umbrella, a company which aims to produce local content.

With this in mind, Phinnet Photography introduced the Snap and Go package. “It is aimed at promoting family time because most people are so busy that they can’t make time for a

photoshoot with their families and they end up taking selfi es. When you go

into people’s houses, you fi nd photos that were taken 10 or even 20 years ago because they do not have time to take recent photos due to today’s rushed lives. We plan to work with shopping malls where people can come in when they are shopping or coming to eat to quickly have the photographs taken. After they have fi nished their shopping or meals they can take their memories home as their photographs will be edited, framed and ready for collection. We’re mainly targeting family time so families can take their memorable moments home with them,” Moses said.

Aside from this initiative they also have upcoming workshops aimed at empowering local photographers. “We realised there are people who are passionate about photography but they haven’t been exposed to the industry. We can’t just give out cameras and send people on their way, the best thing you can give a person to empower them is experience. We try to expose them to established photographers so they can see what the industry is all about. The dates for the workshops have not been fi nalised yet but we look forward to it.”

In order to put their plans in motion to help empower others they are in need of sponsors for their projects.

Phinnet Films will produce local artists, especially gospel artists as there are many in the province who have an abundance of talent who lack the necessary support in terms of visuals.

“We’ll also be doing promotions whereby we scout talented individuals, produce and promote them. So far we have done a trial on a zero budget with an artist called Ngola. The music video is now on One Gospel so it just shows that if we continue doing this, we could put Limpopo on the map. Imagine what can come out if we had the budget. We’d be a nightmare for even Johannesburg producers,” Moses added.

As for photographers, he said in order for them to achieve success they need to stop being money-driven and instead be driven by their passion for the industry.

“We have many talented youths who come to us for assistance and we can offer them experience, but what then? That’s why we need small and big companies to fi nance into our

vision. We need people who will come forward to help us achieve our goals and we need to work together to lessen the burden on one specifi c company.

If we fail to get this idea off the

ground many local talented

artists will go to Gauteng for

services they can get here in Limpopo.”editor@

nmgroup.co.za

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TWO determined entrepreneurs, Moses Mwand Phineas Makgaba Letsoalo, share a commonvision and passion of

promoting arts in Limpopowhich led them to establish

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Share Joy splish and splashRoelof de Jonge

TEACHERS and learners at Share Joy Pre-school alike are excited to have the ‘big hole’ on the school premises to be transformed into a swimming pool.

School owner and Principal, Josephine Kagori, said the swimming pool is a welcome addition to the school as they previously had to make use of other facilities for the children’s swimming lessons.

The new pool will not only save time but

it will make it more convenient and safe for the children as it will reduce travelling.

She added that the swimming pool will be completed in about two weeks’ time which will be ideal with summer just around the corner. Since the school was established fi ve years ago, the school has developed the premises from a normal yard to a nursery school which offers an abundance of entertainment and educational opportunities for the children.roelof@nmgroup.co.za

The children and personnel of Share Joy are excited about the new swimming pool. In front are Rebotile Mabuela, Raqeeb Ally, Halona Adediron and Bohlale Monama. At the back are Babara Lejabu, Makwena Semenya and Josephine Kagori (Principal). In the background is the construction team Innocent Chauke, Noxy Nolans, Jevas Mbedzi, Washington Modau and Tinos Masaike.

Learners honour Madiba

The learners are excited to get the day underway.

Phinnet Photography aims to develop talent

Anne Molope

CONVERTING their 67 minutes for Mandela Day into six minutes and seven seconds, the Mitchell House junior phase learners did their part to help keep our country clean on Friday, 28 July.

Dressed in their proudly South African attire, they picked up litter and chose some stationery which was donated to a needy school, Lefatane Lower Primary School in Ga-Makgato.

Through this initiative Mitchell House not only aims to honour the late icon, Nelson Mandela, but also

instill a sense of helping the less fortunate with the learners from an early age.

The same morning, the high school learners hosted a special Mandela Day assembly where they had the opportunity to talk about Mandela’s achievements and learn more about the icon.

Mitchell House Headmaster, Andrew Cook, gave the learners a beautiful and educational lecture about the importance

of Mandela Day and why it is important to celebrate it every year.

“By devoting 67 minutes of their time, one minute for every year of Mandela’s public service, learners can also make a small gesture of solidarity with humanity

and a step towards a global movement for good,” he said.anne@nmgroup.co.za

Andrew Cook (Mitchell House, Headmaster)

tells learners more about the late president,

Nelson Mandela.

Moses Mwase, co-founder of Phinnet Communications.

Phineas Makgaba Letsoalo, co-founder of Phinnet Communications. Photos: Supplied

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Blood donation hosted at Northern AcademyMaretha Swanepoel

AS PART of the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) Winter Campaign, they gave movie tickets to every donor who took the time to save a life by donating blood.

On Saturday, learners from Northern Academy had the opportunity to donate precious blood at an SANBS mobile clinic at their school and they encouraged teachers, parents and friends to do the same.

SANBS Limpopo Public Relations Offi cer, Dottie Pinn, thanked everyone who did their part to save lives. “Each donor has the opportunity to save three people’s lives and we appreciate and value the time and effort of these donors,” she thanked. maretha@nmgroup.co.za

Personnel from the OSWW Foundation visit Eagle’s Nest Christian School to assist with this school’s outreach programme. Here are Dorian Slingers (OSWW Africa, Director), Angie Pape (OSWW Africa, Assistant Director), Julie Reynolds (OSWW UK), Lucia Corry (OSWW UK), Elsa van den Berg (Eagle’s Nest, Deputy Principal) and Mac van den Berg (Eagle’s Nest, Principal).

Visit to Eagle’s NestRoelof de Jonge

ON FRIDAY, secondary phase learners from Eagle’s Nest Christian School’s outreach group received special training from visitors of the Open Schools Worldwide (OSWW) Foundation.

The outreach group of Eagle’s Nest consists of learners and personnel who go out to rural schools around Polokwane to help teach, train and assist less less fortunate

learners.Among the OSWW personnel who

offered the learners special training were OSWW Africa Director, Dorian Slingers, and OSWW Africa Assistant Director, Angie Pape.

They were joined by Julie Reynolds from Cambridge University in the United Kingdom and one of her students, Lucia Corry, who comes from France.roelof@nmgroup.co.za

153 Potgieter Ave, Polokwane 0699Tel: (015) 283 3600

Donate blood, donate a lifetimeLearners encourage and support each other during the SANBS blood drive. Here are Bohlale Moloto, Maleba Makgwathana, Anna Mogano, Mayr Davy, Agnes Koma and Innocentia Mashau.

Andani Ramughulu enjoys a biscuit while donating blood at Northern Academy.

Joseph Thepa, a parent of one of the learners, does his part to save lives.

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LIFESTYLE

Mr Speaker motivates his readers

Not the brightest but the hero to save the dayCheryllee Hannam

HE IS faster than a speeding waistband, and more powerful than a pair of boxer shorts, he is the amazing Captain Underpants.

Herold Hutchens and George Beard, mastermind pranksters who causes a lot of trouble at their school, have been best friends since elementary school. The two friends are not only good at playing tricks on their teachers and principal, but they are also very good at writing comic books.

Herold is the writer and George the

Movie Review

artists who draws the pictures that go with the story. Captain Underpants is one of the characters in their comics, but when Principal Benny Krupp wanted to separate the two friends, who have been in the same class since the day the met in elementary school, the superhero in their comic becomes a reality.

However, Captain Underpants does not turn out to be the cleverest superhero and the two friends have their hands full to keep him under control. As if that was not enough, a super villain, Professor Poopypants, arrives at the school with an evil plan to destroy laughter.

Will Professor Poopypants succeed in his evil plan, or will the two friends, and out of control Captain Underpants, save the day? Visit Movies@Savannah to watch how the story unfolds in the movie Captain Underpants. Movie times are: Monday to Friday 12:00; 15:00; 17:30 and 20:00, Saturday and Sunday: 09:30; 12:00; 15:00; 17:30 and 20:00. More information is available on their Facebook page at Savannah Mall.cheryllee@nmgroup.co.za

Moisturising tips for winter skinAnne Molope

MOST skin types tend to get dry during winter.Here are a few tips from a local

dermatologist, Dr Moosa Muhammed, on how to keep your skin moisturised and how to avoid dry skin. He says when one knows that they have dry skin by nature, they should avoid taking long showers or baths.

He adds hot water is also the main reason why most individuals experience dry skin.

“Use warm water instead of hot water as hot water tends to be too harsh for the skin’s liking which leaves the skin feeling and looking dry,” he explains.

He says one should always wash their face with gentle, fragrance-free, face cleanser and apply enough cleanser to remove dirt and oil, but avoid using so much that you see a thick lather.

“When wiping your skin, do not wipe it too hard or put pressure when you wipe. Pat your skin gently, dry with a towel after washing it, then apply some moisturiser immediately after drying your skin,” he added.

He concludes by saying to trap skin ointments, creams and lotions (moisturisers), work by trapping existing moisture in your skin so one needs to apply a moisturiser within a few minutes of drying off after a shower or bath and also after washing their face or hands.anne@nmgroup.co.za

Unearthing Lim’s model talent

Keep your skin moisturised this winter.

Maseo Nethanani

MULTI-TALENTED author, Thomas Ishmael Mr Speaker Ramalekana, is set to launch his third book, Ebola of Success, soon.

He began writing books when he was studying at the University of Venda (Univen) but he was unable to have his works published due to fi nancial constraints.

A forensic analyst with the police’s criminal record and crime scene management in Thabazimbi, he holds a B.Sc degree in microbiology and botany from Univen. He completed his master’s degree in forensic investigations at the University of Pretoria.

“My goal as a writer is to be the best African motivational speaker the world has ever seen. My motivational style is unique and cannot be compared to your run-of-the-mill motivational speaking. I call it a gift from heaven and I always pray to God to push me in my writing style. I want every line to be occupied with anointing from above. You cannot read my books and still see poverty as an obstacle which will keep you from achieving your goals. You will develop a ‘no-surrender’ mentality and never allow the thought of giving up to gain a foothold in your life,” he said.

Mr Speaker said he was motivated by the situation he found himself in when growing up. “I did not want other people to go through what I went through, feeling limited by my humble background. I want people to have confi dence in what they do and never surrender or give

up. Writing involves a lot of research and good analysis of things and I believe education is the only instrument which can help you as you prepare yourself in this life so I say - youth arm yourself with knowledge. Failure to prepare is preparing to fail. Treasure life and life will treasure you; remember life cannot put you under any more pressure than you are able to endure. Think expensive and be able to double click your associations. Chickens attract chickens and my advice to you is to think like an eagle and be in the company of innovative thinkers. Never allow defeat to be a full stop in your life because there is an expiry date for every problem,” he said.

He told BONUS the late Dr Myles Munroe is one of his biggest motivators and he was inspired by his intellectual wisdom when writing the books.

“I think I have

mastered the art of motivating from the heart as I believe motivation is something that comes from within. I was also encouraged by Prof Leketi Makalela at the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits). He is gifted in speech and very humble. Most of the people who motivate me are great articulate speakers and politicians. I am learning from Mogoeng Mogoeng and Dr Somadoda Fekini and I do my best to see all their interviews.”

Starting out as a writer, he added, was not an easy journey, especially because he was not known in the writing fraternity. “I had to brand myself and now my books are doing well. Patience is a virtue. I love reading books and newspapers and that inspired me to put pen to paper myself. One of the biggest challenges I came across in the industry was fi nding a publishing company, especially if you are in need of funding. You need to have enough money to start as a self-published author. I managed to fund my own projects and the support I got from my family kept me going. Ebola of Success is dedicated to my mother, Mosibudi Selinah Ramalekana, who

managed to send me to university using money from fruits

she sells as street vendor

in Tzaneen,” he concluded. editor@nmgroup.co.za

Author Thomas Ishmael Mr Speaker

Ramalekana.

Itumeleng Sebola

TEBATSO Sebola is a model, motivational speaker, events organiser, actor and stylist with big dreams and a determination to reach them.

The 19-year-old from Polokwane began modelling in 2004 when his mother entered him into a Mr Little Snell Phoshoko pageant where he was crowned king. This would only be the fi rst title this talented tyke would win and among his other titles are Mr Seshego 2015 second prince. He now holds the title as the Face of South African Youth Forum 2017 and is a fi nalist in the Mr Junior South Africa pageant.

The multitalented Tebatso says he chose to continue with modelling as a career because it helped him with building his self-confi dence, his posture and develop his public speaking abilities. Most importantly, he adds, it taught him the importance of charity work, helping the needy and knowing how to make a difference in someone else’s life.

Tebatso is calling all models and aspiring models around Limpopo to attend his classic photoshoot to promote his upcoming fashion show in December. There will be three photoshoots and auditions for the fashion show will be held early in December for those who want to

take part in the fashion show. Models are required to bring classic attire, dresses or any formal wear to the photoshoot, each individual will get a free professional photoshoot which will help to build their modelling portfolio.

He adds the fashion show will have a variety of activities and entertainment such as musicians, poets, dancers, drama, stylists and designers, food stalls and art galleries. The aim for the fashion show, Tebatso explains, is to unite all Limpopo artists with a platform which will help promote Limpopo talent and progression.

“I believe unity is more powerful than working as an individual,” he says.

The classic photoshoot requires being able to walk in heels all day for the women, the men only need to bring along their suits. Those who are interested can follow Tebatso on Instagram and

Facebook to get information on dates and locations for the photoshoots

at @Tebatso Sebola Thee Model on Instagram, Tebatso Sebola Thee Model on Facebook or contact him at 060 831 4310.editor@nmgroup.co.za

Tebatso Sebola wants to give aspiring models

a platform to showcase their

talent and his hosting three photoshoots

for his upcoming

fashion show in

December.

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SATURDAY will be a day to remember at the annual Women in Business Expo with the aim to support, empower, promote and unite all Limpopo women in business. This year’s expo will be hosted at Polokwane Chisanyama (Waterland) and women in business can showcase their products while learning more about business.One of the guest speakers will be Linnea Kempe, an international speaker who addresses the new generation about business, marketing and sales. She is from Sweden and is now touring South Africa to make an impact in young women’s lives about business. Linnea is the recipient of numerous awards and partnered with many other renewed speakers globally to promote business growth.Other special guests at the expo will include Hellen Seabi, Tumelo Mmoa, Gadaffi the Poet, Calandray and Mogau who will provide top notch entertainment. The organiser of the event, Itumeleng Kganakga, encourages all women in

business to attend and support the event. “I have a vision of bringing together women in order to create a culture of supporting one another, building each other up, creating networks for growth and creating platforms to serve as a dialogue for women to discuss issues which affect them. As women, we face many challenges and it is events such as these which allow us to discuss our challenges, learn from each other’s experiences and learn from experts who have extensive business experience,” she said.“This year’s theme is centered around unleashing the potential of start-up businesses with special stalls where entrepreneurs can showcase their products and services on the day of the expo.”General entry tickets cost R80 while VIP tickets cost R150. The event is open for both men and women, for more information, contact Itumeleng at 072 638 1018 or send an e-mail to chidiim@gmail.com.editor@nmgroup.co.za

Coming up!

Coming up! ENTERTAINMENT

Getting to know Mpho Maumela

Mpho Maumela.

Maseo Nethanani

COME this Saturday, young girls will do their best to show off their modelling skills to claim the Miss Winter title at the Library Gardens.

Miss Winter Polokwane is annual event which offers young girls who aspire to become models to showcase their skill and talent on a platform which can serve as the springboard to their success.

The organiser of the fourth annual Miss Winter Polokwane pageant, Palesa Sekhaolelo, said the aim is to uplift young and upcoming models, boost their self-esteem and keep them out of trouble. “I want to empower the young girls of Polokwane and surrounding areas to help keep them off the streets. Through

this initiative we want to empower them and show them they can shine regardless of where they come from or their background,” Palesa said.

She said entries for the pageant are still open and added the entry fee for the

2-14 years category are R150 and R250 for the 15-20 years

category. “All the world is a stage and through this pageant we want to show them following their dreams might look like a milestone achievement but believing in it will help them make their

dreams a reality. The pageant will be fun and educational for all.” The winners of the pageant will receive wonderful prizes such as a photo

shoot and cash vouchers among others. For more information, contact Palesa at 076 607 1139.editor@nmgroup.co.za

Become empowered in your own business

Come strut your stuff at annual Miss Winter

Winter warmer delight

Caroline Seabi and Tebogo Nkwana catch up during the Boots and Coats (winter edition) event.

Rale Malatji and Isaah Galane share a few jokes during the Boots and Coats (winter edition) at Side Dish on Saturday.

Anne Molope

ENERGY FM, in partnership with BONUS, got the readers and listeners involved with a special Question and Answer session with presenters on the station.

For this week’s session, BONUS had the opportunity to get to know the co-host of the Ashiffa Breakfast from 06:00 to 09:00 weekdays, Mpho Maumela, a little better through your questions. 1. “Mpho are you married? And if you were not a presenter what would you be? From Steven Mathosa at Segopje Moshate”

Hi Steven, No I’m not married and if I wasn’t a presenter, I would be a lawyer; which is what I’m currently studying through Unisa.2. “I have an academically related question for Mpho. I’m Koketso Mphela, a student at the University of Limpopo doing media studies. I’m doing an every week portfolio based on entertainment news. My question is how and where do you get the entertainment news?”

I get the entertainment news from every source I can access. I follow entertainment worthy people on social media and I also follow as many verifi ed news and

entertainment handles and websites as possible. Good luck with your portfolio, stay connected; watch everything and you’ll do great. 3. “What kind of hobbies do you love Mpho? Love u so much Mpho.” Morwa Madiga from Ga-Mothapo.

Thank you, I appreciate it. I love travelling, spending time with family and movie nights with friends.4. “Hi Mpho, where are you from, how old are you, and what was your fi rst job?” It’s me KG from Seshego.

I’m from Sibasa, Venda. I’m 31 years of age. I’ve always loved working; I’ve worked odd jobs since I turned 18. I’ve done everything from doing promotions at malls and traffi c lights, data capturing, to working at a clothing store. I’m not sure which one counts as the fi rst job, but I appreciate the experience I gained from every single one.

5. “Who is your role model and why?” From Mulaudzi Thapelo Kingsley.

My female role models are my mother and Winnie Madikizela-Mandela. I admire my mom’s generosity and also how she is such a kind, genuine, honest, patient and loving soul. I admire Mama Winnie Mandela’s strength and conviction. I also admire her ability to

stand tall when the world expects her to crumble. Both women are also aging with grace, beauty and style still

intact; I hope I have the same in store for me.

anne@nmgroup.co.za

Maseo Nethanani

IF YOU missed the Boots and Coats (winter edition) at Side Dish on Saturday night what were you doing?

Seshego Zone 2 was the place to be as party goers from Seshego and surrounding areas delighted in top notch entertainment and conversation in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.

The much anticipated Boots and Coats (winter edition) party saw the likes of the DJ NasticVee, Precious G, Kooty, The most trusted DJ Q-Scotch, Agree, DJ Lele, Miss Groove Soul and Gumzito ensure party goes were kept entertained all night long.

Daniel Sejagobe Makgatho was spotted dancing non-stop while Rale Malatji shared some jokes with party goers. According to the event organiser, Tumelo Masebe, the idea was to celebrate and end winter in style. “We wanted the party goers to experience the best indoor and outdoor vibe in style, where they can drink, dance and enjoy a night fi lled with fun without getting bored. This was a feel-good, enjoy great music and experience a great ambiance, kind of event. We aim to connect people through music, fashion, food and good vibes. We want to create positive vibrations and seek to provide a space devoted to sustaining original African food and soul stirring music by playing the best of today and yesterday’s music,” said Tumelo.editor@nmgroup.co.za

AmoLee Ledwaba enjoys the music and the positive vibes during Saturday’s Boots and Coats (winter edition) party.

DJ Precious G in the mix.

Dethole Mashao enjoys his drink.

DJ NasticVee completes

his set.

The organiser of the fourth annual Miss Winter Polokwane

pageant, Palesa Sekhaolelo,

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Learners receive gift bagsRiana Joubert

LOOKING after the needs of learners in local schools, a team of 12 high schools in Polokwane took it upon themselves to gather toiletries and other necessities for less fortunate learners in celebration of Mandela Day.

The different schools each gathered a different item, including toothbrushes, deodorants and other sanitary products which were placed in gift bags and recently delivered these to schools in Seshego and

Westenburg. Identifi ed schools: • Mohlakaneng High School.• Moruleng High School.• Lithuli High School.• Millenium High School.• Kabela High School.• Westerburg Secondary School. • Kabela High School.

The Pietersburg Circuit Manager for the Department of Education, Biddy Ratale, and the Assistant Director of Governance and Learner Affairs, Nthara Tladi, ran the programme that saw 33 learners

from the different schools receive the gift bags.

They handed out the gift bags at the schools and wished them well for their upcoming fi nal exams.

“I would like to see the learners from these schools do much better than last year and bring up the pass rate.

“When you do good, you make us all proud and when you do poor you disappoint all of us so work hard and make every second of school count,” Ratale said. riana@nmgroup.co.za

Taxila learners celebrate iconAnne Molope

IN LIGHT of the exams, Taxila Secondary School chose to postpone their Mandela Day celebrations until the schools reopened.

They celebrated Mandela Day on Friday, 28 July by not only giving back to the community but also raising money for their matric farewell.

The benefi ciary was Itsusheng Community Home Base Centre in Ga-Molepo, a centre which cares for children between the ages of two and four. The initiative was organised by Taxila Gr 8 teacher, Regina Magolo, and Gr 12 teacher, Maranata de Beer-Andrew. The idea on how to help the centre was suggested by Gr 9D learners, Mpho Maboya, Maggie Ramara,

Claudelle Legodi, Thabang Maisela and Mogau Seroka. The donations collected from R20 pledges were used to buy necessities for the centre such as nappies and clothes.

During the event learners were entertained by artists such as Blazey Fresh featuring the Faith Dance Crew, DJ Miss Groovesoul and Dr Feel featuring Zhane. anne@nmgroup.co.za

Have your say

BONUS visited Noordjieland Pre-school to find out what the children did during the recent school holiday and if they were excited to go back to school after the holiday. - Anne Molope

Jazmine Davids

Leeto Mohlatlole

Jazmine says she had lots of fun at home during the school holiday and that she’s excited to be back at school. She adds she couldn’t wait to get the classes underway.

“I was a bit sad when my mom dropped me off on the fi rst day of school but at the same time I was excited to see my friends.”

Trystan Delport

Thaddeus Lefember

“I had fun during the holiday and I ate lots of healthy food which my mom prepared for me.”

Thaddeus says he had fun during the holiday and that he couldn’t wait to see his friends at school.

KatlegoTshabangu, Mabore Lehlogonolo Molope, Malebane Mosima, Kamogelo Molope, Rosina Mamabolo, Refi lwe Kubiana and Hunadi Seabela are ready to enjoy a day of fun for a good cause.

Several of the learners show off their dance

moves to great delight of their peers.

Left: Nthara Tladi and Biddy Ratale prepare the gift bags for the learners. Right: Cany Poopedi (RCL, Circuit President), Kaapu Chene (RCL, Deputy Secretary), Kgothatso Ntabane (RCL, President) and Biddy Ratale (Pietersburg Circuit, Circuit Manager) welcome the learners.

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“I played with my friends and my cousins at home. I am excited to learn educational things at school again after the holiday.”

“I love the long holiday because I can rest but I love to see my friends and teachers when the school opens.”

These learners suggested how the school could raise money for the Itsusheng Community Home Base Centre. They are Mpho Maboya, Maggie Ramara, Claudelle Legodi, Thabang Maisela and Mogau Seroka.

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Fun market day held at NMSMaretha Swanepoel

THIS time of the year is usually both exciting and a bit daunting for Gr 12's as they are not only at the end of their school career but at the threshold of beginning their careers.

To celebrate this momentous occasion, schools host a matric farewell - an evening of beautiful gowns and dapper suits to give the learners a memorable farewell for their school careers.

A farewell to remember, however, is not always cheap which is why learners from the Northern Muslim School do their part to raise money for the Gr 12's which is why they hosted a fun market day over the weekend.

On Saturday, 29 July learners and their families spent the day at the school playing fun games for young and old or indulging in delightful treats to suit any palate.

Starting off the day with a soccer match, there were also horse rides, face painting and a variety of stalls among other fun

activities.A teacher, Frieda Niemann, said the

initiative would help to give Gr 12 learners a memorable matric farewell where they can remember their school days.maretha@nmgroup.co.za

Spelling bee hostedMaretha Swanepoel

LEARNERS from across Limpopo put their spelling skills to the test on Saturday at a spelling bee hosted by Kingsley Designs.

The spelling bee took place at the Tshwane University of Technology Polokwane campus and was the second spelling bee hosted by Kingsley Designs for the year.

"The Polokwane Spelling Bee Championship is aimed at improving learners' performance in languages, especially English," explains Kingsley Sebola, organiser and host of the event.

While in school, Kingsley often represented his school and circuit at debate and poetry competitions and decided to use his affl uence to motivate learners at various schools with motivational talks.

His fi rst spelling bee was hosted in April

and only a few schools were invited to participate. For Saturday's competition, however, he invited 25 schools to participate.

"My long term goal is to see every village having champion spellers and competing nationally. Next year, starting in March, we will cover Bochum, Thohoyandou, Tzaneen, Giyani, Sekhukhune, Groblersdal, Mokopane, Moletji, Steiloop and Polokwane. Our aim is to promote a love of studying in the youth while building a strong foundation to improve our province's Gr 12 results."

He began the spelling bee competition in a bid to make education fashionable for the youth. Sponsors for the spelling bee are Bargain House (Yaha & Moti) and Ladimash Productions.maretha@nmgroup.co.za

Kingsley Sebola (host) with spelling bee contestants Mpho Muruba, Ofunwa Khumalo, Ndzitsakile Ndlovu (Capricorn High School) and Derick Letsoalo (master of ceremonies).

Muhammad Zafar Suliman and Shazeem Gani have their faces painted just like Batman during their school’s fun market over the weekend. Right: Waheeda Suliman and Sumaiya Suliman sell a variety of beautiful decorations for the home.

Tahseen Suliman ‘goes fi shing’ with one of the fun games at Saturday’s market day at

Northern Muslim School.

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Proud karatekas kick up Maretha Swanepoel

TALENTED karatekas from Matsutatsu Kyokushin-Kai Karate Club showed off their skills during their graduation tests on Saturday.

According to the club sensei, senpai Peter Malatji, the club offers instruction and training to around 30 karatekas twice a week to not only help them stay fi t but to help encourage a disciplined lifestyle.

"We train Thursdays and Saturdays at the Polokwane Cricket Club and we are proud

of the karatekas moving up in the ranks during the graduation. Although we do not have a black belt graduating, karatekas from all the other classes graduated," he said, adding they are proud of all their students as achieving this honour takes hard work and dedication. “Today some of the karatekas are graduating. All the colours of the belts are graduating, but no one received a black belt." He explained that these karatekas worked hard in achieving this honour and that he is very proud of them maretha@nmgroup.co.za

These karatekas from Matsutatsu Kyokushin-Kai Karate Club have reason to be proud as they were some of the students who graduated during Saturday’s graduation ceremony. With them is their sensei, senpai Peter Malatji.

Roelof de Jonge

NORTHERN Academy’s u/15 football captain and centre back player Glen Malesa is making great strides in this sport, not only for his school’s team, but also on a national level.

His talents caught the interest of the u/17 South African Football Association and Team Manager, Levy Ramajoe, invited Glen to attend a national u/17 training camp in the July school holiday. The training camp took place from 5 to 6 July, at Vaal University of Technology in Gauteng.

The invitation came after Ramajoe notifi ed Northern Academy’s soccer coach, Hendrick Mukwevho, that Glen should attend this training camp.

Glen says players from schools around the country attended the training camp and he is really privileged to have been able to attend.

“I have played football from the age of 10. My interest in soccer came about when I was younger and played street football with the children from the neighbourhood. Ever since then all I wanted to do was to play football. This call-up for the u/17 training camp is surely one of my highlights so far in this sport,” he says proudly.

He says he learnt a lot from the training camp which he will utilise during his school’s team matches for the rest of this year.

“My parents, Piet and Morongwa, are very

happy and proud of me and the fact that I have been called up by the national u/17 team management. This inspires me even more to become a professional football player one day.”

He says he is a keen Kaizer Chiefs supporter, and his favourite international football club is Barcelona. Players like Lionel Messi from Argentina, and Bafana Bafana midfi elder Siphiwe Tshabalala, also inspire his commitment to football.

“I enjoy football very much, including training. Our coach trains us very hard but it is defi nitely worth it,” he says.

He and his u/15 team will represent Northern Academy at the Coca-Cola Provincial fi nals in August, after winning the Capricorn District league.

Glen says although it was a training camp, and not an offi cial selection for the national u/17 squad, he is positive that he will be selected for the team to represent South Africa in international matches later this year.roelof@nmgroup.co.za

Limpopo wheelchair tennis talent among best in worldRiana Joubert

WHEN it comes to talent in the game of wheelchair tennis there is no shortage, especially in Limpopo.

This is according to Wheelchair Tennis South Africa (WTSA) Development Manager Patrick Selepe. He has been tasked to oversee the search for future stars. Selepe said that Limpopo has some of the best talent possible for this sport and that all that is needed is the funding to help develop the talent as far as possible.

Some of the local talent:• Evans Maripa, who has represented the country in two Paralympic Games.• Kgothatso Montjane, who is the world’s number eight.Selepe said that the disabled youth of Limpopo and the country draw inspiration from the women’s wheelchair tennis players like Montjane who holds 39 singles and 48 doubles titles. She was also the fi rst African player to compete in a wheelchair tennis grand slam and has represented Africa at three Paralympic Games. She also garnered

her third Swiss Open crown in Switzerland earlier this year. • Another bright star is 26-year-old Evans Maripa from Moletjie, who is the ranked 12th globally in the men’s division. • Sydwell Matjonsi is another player who is worth mentioning as he reached a career best-ranking of 32 globally. • Nancy Moremi and Desmond Monyamane both respectively represented the SA team in the World Team Cups. • Rising stars Selepe said include Donald Ramphedi, Ishmail Tshipuke, Mabel

Makgele and Ronewa Madzanani. “Apart from the tournament players the

province has some of the most promising youngsters. With fi nancial assistance for coaching and equipment at the centres, and offering events within Limpopo, the province can regain its dominance in the sport,” Selepe said.

He added that anyone with a passion for the sport and the willingness to assist in any way can contact him directly on 082 679 3768 or on email patrick@tennis.co.zariana@nmgroup.co.za

Glen Malesa, captain of Northern Academy’s u/15 soccer team, was invited by the South African Football Association’s u/17 management, to attend a

national training camp in Gauteng.

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Sarel was the only Limpopo representative of the strong 24 member contingent

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HE views his mammoth achievement of summitting Mount Kilimanjaro as one of the best things to have happened in his 38 years of existence but accepts it with amazing humility. Sarel Nong looks happy but feels it would have been more special if his father, Ephraim Nong, who passed on in 2014, had been able to witness this. He, however, takes heart that his mother Shadi, was on hand to share the joy. With that in mind he dedicates his accomplishment to the memory of his father.It all started in late February when he fi rst mooted the idea and enlisted the help of the athletic club, Polokwane Runners, with whom he would hit the road as part of his preparations. The laborious preparations took him to the Drakensberg, Table Mountain and Rustig Mountains, and then he had a farewell party on 9 July, and a subsequent one on 12 July, on his departure day to Tanzania at the OR Tambo International Airport.An anomaly is that there was no representative from either Limpopo Provincial Government or Department of Sport, Arts and Culture. Nong was the only Limpopo representative of the strong 24 member contingent for the #Trek4Mandela expedition. Gauteng Premier David

Makhura, and MEC for Education Panyaza Lesufi , were on hand to see the team off.Any kind of support from his home province would have suffi ced - moral or material - as evidenced by his family, friends, Sapa Yopa Bikers Club, ANC Limpopo, the business community such as Lebowa Funeral Parlour, and media houses such as Energy FM and Thobela FM. It is the same reason footballer Yaya Toure, cited as reason to retire from international football - non-appreciation from his country.Nong however, acknowledges the incredible support he has received and feels he brought pride and further recognition to Limpopo’s biggest township – Seshego Zone 2 from where he hails. We hope future endeavours from those that hail from Limpopo will receive favourable support and make our ambassadors cherished and loved. I hope both the Limpopo Provincial Government and Department of Sport, Arts and Culture have plans afoot to honour and recognise this epic effort by Sarel Nong.bkbonustime@gmail.com

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Maretha Swanepoel

ACTION-PACKED rugby was the order of

the day on Saturday during the fi nals of

the Virseker Noordvaal Rugby League.Altogether teams from

13 high schools took part in the fi nals which were

played on the rugby fi elds of Tom Naudé Technical

High School as the schools were divided into four divisions,

namely big schools, medium schools, middle schools and small schools. In the big schools category the participants were Hoërskool Frikkie Meyer, Hoërskool Ben Vorster, Hoërskool Pietersburg and Hoërskool Merensky. During the fi rst team’s match between Frikkie Meyer and Ben Vorster, Anthony Buys from Frikkie Meyer scored

a try while William Thulare kicked over a conversion and a penalty. In the same match Tapelo Ramoshaba, Franco Oberholzer and Pieter Haasbroek scored tries while Pieter also kicked over a conversion. Results:• First team - Frikkie Meyer beat Ben Vorster 19-17.• u/16’s - Frikkie Meyer beat Hoërskool Pietersburg 14-12.• u/15’s - Ben Vorster beat Merensky 29-14.• u/14’s - Hoërskool Pietersburg beat Ben Vorster 38-0. In the medium schools fi nals Hoërskool Hans Strijdom, Hoërskool Piet Potgieter and Hoërskool Ben Viljoen faced off on the fi eld.Endante Venter scored two tries and Brandon Horn kicked over two conversions and two penalties. Results: • fi rst team - Hans Strijdom beat Ben Viljoen 20-15.• u/16’s Piet Potgieter beat Ben Viljoen 17-13.

• u/15’s - Piet Potgieter beat Ben Viljoen 31-12.• u/14’s - Piet Potgieter beat Ben Viljoen 17-13. In the middle schools fi nal participants were Hoërskool Frans du Toit, Hoërskool Eric Louw and Hoërskool Warmbad. Results: • fi rst team - Frans du Toit beat Eric Louw 41-8.• u/16’s - Warmbad beat Frans du Toit 29-25.• u/15’s - Frans du Toit beat Eric Louw 33-5.

In the small schools fi nal only Curro Heuwelkruin and Stanford Lake College took part. During the fi rst team match Reece Wynne and Kapi Nchabaleng from Heuwelkruin scored tries while André Kotze kicked over two conversions and two penalties. Results:• fi rst team - Heuwlekruin beat Stanford Lake 20-19.• u/15’s - Stanford Lake beat Heuwelkruin 21-14. maretha@nmgroup.co.za