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18 NOVEMBER 2011

Together against HIV/AIDS and violence

Greater Tubatse Municipality, The Police, NGOs, mines and various other roleplayers teamed-up against HIV/Aids and domestic gender-based violence this week when a Partnership in Sports day was held at Shopiane Sports Groud at Longtill (Eerstegeluk). During the proceedings the Limpopo Police Jazz Band entertained the crowd and poets, comedians and, child care workers, brought the message accros that HIV/AIDS as a killer disease should be fought tooth and nail, while gender based violence also have no blace in communities as it breaks down families and society as a whole. Politicians also got their turn and to speak. Greter Tubatse Municipality Mayor, Nkosi Josias Mahlake, could not attend but his message was delivered by Cllr Rinkie Khoza on his behalf. Cllr Mahlake said we are all aware of the impact of HIV/AIDS in our communities and we need collective effort to put the message across. He said our area is experiencing the fastest growing economy in the country that brings a lot of socio-economic challenges to our communities. The area of Steelpoort is known for its mining activities and a passage that connects Limpopo with Mpumalanga and Gauteng. Acording to the mayor the increase of goods transport passing through Steelpoort and the town is also used as a convenient stop-over by transport drivers. This has prompted the emergence of illicit and immoral activities like prostitution. This practise is causing our young girls to leave school and their homes in search of quick money. Some went up to the extent of engaging in sexual activities without using protection. We are excited for this initiative because through sports we can raise awareness for children to abstain from sexual activities until they are old enough to do so the mayor said, adding that The prevalence of HIV/AIDS in our society is of great concern and it needs our collective effort put message across. Government and organs of civil society have come up with programs to learn about the disease and also how to prevent infections. We are affected because those infected are living within us and we must not stigmatise them. We must create an HIV free society and that campaign should start with everyone. Talking about gender-based violence he satated in few days time we will be launching 16 days of Activism against Women and Children Abuse. We come from a background where gender based violence was not reported because women felt that men were correct in applying violence to solve family problems. This has gone far where men are killing their spouses in the name of bringing discipline in their homes. We must stand up as society to condemn those who are promoting these barbaric acts. You cannot hurt someone you love but as men we should make sure that we protect those we love. The effects of genderbased violence bring irreparable damage to our children because they constantly witness the events. Our role as men is to teach boys that to solve problems through violence is not okay but must use their minds to confront any challenge they are facing. Our presence today here is the commitment that we are serious about the fight against HIV/AIDS and violence towards women and children. We must use any activity especially sports to put the message across. After all the formal procedures the crowd enjoyed e hearty meal whereafter soccer and netball between several teams were played.

Cllr Khoza speaking on behalf of Mayor Mahlake.

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Anglo Americans Tar for Maseven road Zimele goes green

- Green SMEs targeted Zimele, Anglo Americans enterprise development arm, this week lauched its fifth fund, known as the Green Fund, to help create a real difference to South Africas environmental sustainability and green economic growth. Anglo American has committed an investment amount of R100 million to the Green Fund, which aims to empower and encourage entrepreneurs to operate in the green economy. The fund will target investment opportunities that mitigate carbon, reduce energy and water consumption, and improve waste and emissions management. The fund will focus on developing and funding Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) that promote and develop environmentally sustainable projects. Subsequently, this will enable communities to both respond to key environmental challenges such as climate change and water security, and take advantage of opportunities in the green economy. It will also create another platform for talented entrepreneurs and SMEs. Zimele has already realised considerable success through its four established Funds, namely, the Supply Chain Fund, the Anglo American Khula Mining Fund, the Communities Fund, and the Olwazini Fund.Through these four funds, since 2008, Zimele has provided R530 million in funding, supported 1001 companies, completed 1355 transactions, and its underlying investments employ 18783 people, and these businesses achieved a collective annual turnover of R1,9 thousand million. Managing Director of Zimele, Nick van Rensburg, says that the Green Fund demonstrates Anglo Americans commitment to the environment. Our aim is to operate in a safe, responsible and sustainable way by minimising our environmental impact and taking advantage of opportunities that deliver long term benefits to our stakeholders. The Green Fund is an essential part of this strategy, as it will facilitate new investments in projects which yield both environmental and economic benefits, and encourage a greener way of thinking among the South African public.

The road between Ngwaabe and Maseven received its tarred surface recently. Maseven is the villiage that is on the left hand side when travelling past the De Hoop Dams gate on the R555 when coming from Roossenekals side. Ngwaabe is next to the road to the Jane Furse road on the left hand side a few kilometers after travelling from the steel bridge over the Steelpoort / Tubatse river. There is no road marks or traffic signs on this road and when travelling from Ngwaabe, it stops abruptly just before you reach Maseven when you reach is dry river. Obviously some sort of a bridge will me needed here. The black top continues on the other side of the river bank goes virtually through the village and then stops again. You have guessed it, dry river with steep banks (bridge also needed for this one. On the other side, it is gravel all the way to the R555. Eventually, this route, when upgraded 100 percent, will make it easier to go to Jane Furse from the R555 (no steel bridge).
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NEWS

18 NOVEMBER 2011

Tubatse is set to make it happen

2011 was a year of excellence
On 9 November Tubatse Chrome took some time out with their leadership team to have a strategic look at the year behind and the one to come. Heykie Berg (photo: far right and bottom right), well known actor who currently performs in Binnelanders and who won Survivor 2011 inspired the team with great words of wisdom. He highlighted that everyone in life should have a clear purpose and that one should take action to make your purpose happen. One should not compare yourself to others and ask why they achieved what they have, but rather ask how you can go about it to achieve your purpose. Desmond McManus (photo just top right), the General Manager of Tubatse Chrome followed on by sharing the slogan for Tubatse for the year 2012 which is MAKING IT HAPPEN. He emphasized that Tubatse really pulled together to achieve their slogan for 2011 which was a year of excellence. He thanked everyone for their inputs during 2011 and encouraged the leadership team of Tubatse Chrome by closing off the session with the following inspirational words: Together we will grow, together we will make a difference. We will make it happen! (Information and photographs: Davida van der Walt).

Dont miss the Limpopo Valley Toy Run this weekend

SATURDAY 19 NOVEMBER 2011 PRE-TOY RUN PARTY Burgersfort Meet at BIG 5, depart for Lydenburg at 10h00. Steelpoort Meet at MamaKhaya, depart for Lydenburg at 10h00. Lydenburg Meet at Legends at 11h00.Marshalled Mass Ride to leave Legends at 13h00 to Mapochs Club, Roossenekal. Roossenekal Meet at the venue from 14h00 onwards. Saturday Mapochs Club Potjie cook-off between Big5, Mamakhaya and Mapochs Club. Judging to take place at 19h00, thereafter, potjies will be on sale. Wheelie machine, Dyno machine, Tattoos, beer tent and trade stalls. Lekker music all afternoon and evening Pool party and spit braai. Entertainment for the evening will be provided by INSATIABLE FLAMES SUNDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2011 MAIN EVENT Gates open at 08h00 Entries on main stoep. Badges, T-shirts etc will be sold from the main stoep. Memorial wall for fallen brothers. Church service by CMA prior to the mass ride A short (Marshalled) Mass ride (parade) will commence at 10h00. Wheelie machine, Dyno machine, Stunt riders, Tattoos, beer tent and trade stalls. Jumping castle etc. for the little ones. Prizes for: Miss Toy Run, Mr Boepens, Little Miss Toy Run, Little Mr Leathers. Enquiries: Joggie Bikers That Care 072 192 8276, Julia Bikers That Care 083 233 8399, Hester Eliminator 073 983 3879, Jeanette CMA 082 555 3181, Kim Matadors 073 319 9292.

Fixing the roads

Potholes that became so big over the past three years that cattle used them as watering holes are in the process of being fixed. These potholes are situated in Ext. 5, Burgersfort.

Remembering Brenda

Parliament of People with Disability

Limpopo Legislature will be hosting Parliament of People with Disability as follows: DATE: VENUE: TIME: THEME: FRIDAY, 25 NOVEMBER 2011 LEBOWAKGOMO LEGISLATIVE CHAMBER 09:30 CREATING A CONDUCIVE ENVIRONMENT AND BUILDING AN INCLUSIVE SOCIETY: UNIVERSAL ACCESS FOR ALL WITHIN THE CONVENTION ON THE RIGHTS OF PERSONS WITH DISABILITY.

16 March 1996 8 November 2011 Brenda Chifamba, a student of Calvin College passed away on 8 November after a long illness. She was a grade 9 student at Calvin College. She will be greatly missed by all those who knew her.

Participants will be debating on the following topics: Financial and other material support to people living with disability for meaningful and effective access to education and training as well as skills development. A policy and legislative framework sensitive to the needs of the disabled to ensure a fair and just access to the job market. An economic regime to ensure meaningful participation in the economy by people living with disability, in the context of economic transformation and the state preferential procurement policies. Right to health care services: Improving access to all public health care facilities and services including HIV/AIDS. Prioritizing access to public transport for people with disability

For more information please contact Mr. Lufuno Mudzanani at 015 633 8076/ 082 331 8027 OR Ms Maphishane Ntsoane at 015 633 8108/ 082 418 6282.

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Charity 4 Children biking fun

On Saturday 12 November 2011 the Misty Knights Mcc hosted a Charity 4 Children day at Winterveld, Steelpoort. 212 people supported this good cause and 65 bikes showed up from as far as Pretoria. The crowd was entertained with music by DJ Misty (Phillip Human) and Jerry Lee. There were food and toy stalls, arm wrestling and tyre throwing competitions. Everyone there was in a generous mood and together they helped to collect 824 school starter packs. The Misty Knights thanked everyone who came out to support their cause and making this a remarkable day. As Herman Wolmarans, president of the Misty Knights, said I get goosebumbs when I see what was accomplished. I am proud of my Knights. The Misty Knights express their gratitude to the following sponsors as without them this day would not have been possible: Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines who was our main sponsor for the event. ECM sponsored the venue and donated 200 school starter packs. ECM once again has proven they care about their community. Pick n Pay Steelpoort Damian and his staff for their very generous donation and their positive attitude towards the Misty Knights. Zizwe Mining Bennies Motor Repairs Mafahla a Kopane Trucking Dream Chasers and Lady Riders (Brooks and Letitia) Avon Kobus and Alet Naude Colonel Mosina and the Burgersfort Police for their wonderful assistance. They ensured that the bikers arrived safely at the venue. The school starter packs will be handed out in the first week of the new 2012 school year.

NEWS

18 NOVEMBER 2011

Calvin Prep School prize giving

Calvin Prep School in Burgersfort held their prize giving ceremony last week Friday. Their top achievers were rewarded and the new prefects announced. Left: The new prefects are: Rebone Phetla (headgirl), Busi Thobakgale, Chili KhaWula, Junior Mamabolo, Tiego Morei, Betwell Makola (headboy), Naailaih Gori was the Prep Faustina School Calvinite of the Year. Mabelane, Amina With her is Ms. Lizzy Roetz. Amod, Firdaus Abdullah and Mahlale Mokwena.

The academic team are students from all grades who achieved 80% or more average. They are: Grade 1: Letageo Makola, Jawainiyah Abdullah, Polaki Makofane. Grade 2: Annegreat Ratau, Abubakr Amod, Pebetse Tolo, Ayanda Mtsweni. Grade 3: Trishia Nheema, Thato Kekana and Mojalefa Dube. Grade 4: Mohammad Arbee. Grade 5: Modirwadi Sekhukhune and Rebone Phetla. Grade 6: Simangele Koetsi.

The 2012 bus prefects are: Mahlatse Malepe, Jacob Mamogale, Mashoto Madira, Karabo Marowane, Faustina Mabelane, Chili Kawula, Monallisa Changwara and Junior Morei.

The best academic achievers for grade 1 - 6: Letago Makola (grade 1), Abubakr Amod (grade 2), Trishia Nheema (grade 3), Mohammad Arbee (grade 4), Modirwadi Sekhukhune (grade 5) and Simangele Koetsi (grade 6).

The grade R class graduated at the prize giving. They are ready to go to the big school now.

EVRAZ MAPOCHS MINE OPEN DAY INVITATION

Evraz Mapochs (Mapochs) is conducting their annual Open Day, which will provide you with relevant information and background regarding the Mines generic activities. This Open Day will be facilitated by Umsizi Sustainable Social Solutions (Pty) Ltd (Umsizi). You are hereby kindly invited to attend the Open Day, which will be held at Mapochs Recreation Club Hall on Wednesday, 30 November 2011, from 08H00am 14H00pm. The objectives of the Mapochs Mine Open Day are to: Provide a general awareness, background and update of the activities undertaken by Mapochs in respect of: - Mine Health and Safety activities; - Environmental activities; - Procurement activities; - Social and Labour Plan activities, including the Community Development Projects; and - Mining Operations. Consulting and communicating with Interested and/or Affected Parties (I&APs) and Authorities; Record the feedback, issues and/or concerns of I&APs and Authorities; and Establish a successful communication mechanism for future projects. If you wish to receive more information regarding the Open Day, please contact Umsizi (contact details given below) and confirm your attendance at the Open Day. If you know of any other organisations/stakeholders that may have an interest in the Open Day, or that you think should also be invited to the Open Day, kindly contact us and we will invite them. Consultant: Umsizi Contact Person: Mr. Lerato Molefe (082 431 5286) or Mr. Riaan van Deventer (082 056 7470) Telephone: 011 791 6621/5721 Email: lerato@umsizi.co.za or riaan@umsizi.co.za

KGOTHAKGOTHE YA GO TLO BONA MOEPO WA EVRAZ MAPOCHS

Ba Evraz Mapochs (Mapochs) e na le Letati le le Bulegetego bohle la ngwaga le ngwaga, leo le tla go neago tshedimoo e swanetego le kakareto mabapi le mediro yeo Moepo wo o e dirago. Letati le leo le Bulegetego bohle le tla hlokomelwa ke Umsizi Sustainable Social Solutions (Pty) Ltd (Umsizi). Ka gona o a mengwa gore o be gona Letating le le Bulegetego bohle, leo le tla swarelwago Mapochs Recreation Club Hall ka Laboraro, 30 November 2011, go tloga ka 08H00am 14H00pm. Maikemieto a Letati le le Bulegetego bohle la Moepo wa Mapochs ke: Go nea temogo ka kakareto, kweio le tsebio e mpsha ka mediro yeo e dirwago ke Mapochs ditabeng ta: - Mediro ya ta Maphelo Moepong le Thireletego; - Mediro ya tikologo; - Mediro ya go thopa selo se itego; - Mediro ya Leago le Leano la Meomo, go akareta le Meomo ya go Hlabolla Tikologo; le - Tshepedio ya Moepo. Go ikgokaganya le go bolediana le Bao ba Nago le Kgahlego le/goba Mekgatlo e Amegago (I&APs) le Bahlankedi; Go bega ditlamorago, dikgang le/goba dipelaelo ka di-I&AP go Bahlankedi; le Go hloma mokgwa o atlegago wa polediano bakeng sa mediro ya nakong e tlago. Ge e ba o rata go hweta tshedimoo e oketegilego mabapi le Letati le le Bulegetego bohle, hle ikgokaganye le Umsizi (dinomoro di bonthitwe ka mo tlase) o be o kgonthie gore o tla ba gona ka Letati le le Bulegetego bohle.Ge e ba o tseba mekgatlo/mafapha le ge e le afe a mangwe ao a ka bago a kgahlegela go tla ka Letati le le Bulegetego bohle, goba ao o naganago gore a swanete go mengwa go tla Letating le le Bulegetego bohle, hle ikgokaganye le rena gomme re tla a mema. Mokgokaganyi: Umsizi Yo go ka Ikgokaganywago le yena: Mr. Lerato Molefe (082 431 5286) goba Mr. Riaan van Deventer (082 056 7470) Mogala: 011 791 6621/5721 Emeile: lerato@umsizi.co.za goba riaan@umsizi.co.za

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To use blue lights on not?

The use of blue lights by vehicles carrying politicians came under the spotlight recently after 18-year old Thomas Ferreira was hit by the car of an MEC jumping over a red traffic light in Gauteng. Emergency vehicles with lights such as ambulances, the fire brigade and the SAPS are required to use both their lights and sirens to indicate that they are on their way to an emergency. The law states that these tools may only be used in a true emergency and may not be abused. Drivers of these vehicles are still obliged to observe the safety of their fellow road users and may only cross a red robot if it is safe to do so. According to the law, other vehicles should make way without endangering others, for the emergency vehicle carrying all the appropriate lights and sirens. In the Western Cape no politician may use blue lights on their vehicle. It is reserved for emergency vehicles only. The Justice Project South Africa is currently campaigning to have the use of blue lights for politicians declared unlawful. We asked readers what they think about the use of emergency lights by politicians and the local SAPS driving with it on permanently?

Mr Sekgwari Phasha said: Let the use of blue lights be for the police going to an emergency - not all the time. Maybe assign a different colour light to the politicians. Roads are for all citizens and everyone must be respected.

Ms Lebogang Koboyankwe said: Ive been a victim of that. They obstructed me two days ago at the Steelpoort robot. They just went in on the yellow line and drove right in front of me as I waited for the other cars to pass at the stop. The robots are not working now. They abuse their lights. We should all stop and so should they. If they use the lights they must be patient enough to let you get a suitable place where you can move away and let them pass, they should not just come and pressure you.

Ms Faith Mugivhi said: They must obey the rules like all of us. Politicians should not get preference because of their status. They dont need lights on their vehicles. Emergency vehicles should use it only in an emergency. With her are Mulanga and Punchu.

Mr Washington Mateyo, Mr Anthony Minjale and Mr M. Ngoma said: Whether they must have lights on their vehicles and be treated the same as emergency vehicles depends on who they are. That should be reserved only for the president, deputy president and ministers. Those top positions can be driven with cars carrying lights, but they should not endanger other people. The rest, mayors and MEC etc. must be like all other road users. Planning is important. They must leave early for their appointments. Being a minister or politician is not a passport for speeding. You should be an example.

Mnr Danr Ross s: Hulle moet kameras by ons robotte opsit en almal vang wat die ligte misbruik. Die politici moet soos die gewone ouens behandel word en die noodvoertuie soos die SAPS die ligte net gebruik in noodgevalle. By hom is Ethan. Ms Winnie Malatjie said: Politicians should be treated like everyone else. Emergency vehicles may use their lights only in an emergency. It is unfair to use lights to drive a person to an appointment for which they are late. They must leave on time. With her is Tshepo Malatjie.

Ms Cindy Topham and Ms Nikki Topham said: Politicians should learn. If you dont want to be late, leave on time. The police and emergency services only have different rules in case of an emergency, but in Burgersfort Ive seen the SAPS driving with their lights on the whole time. We think they just want to get through the traffic. You dont know when it is an emergency or not.

Me. Sina Jacobs s: Die padrels is daar vir almal. Nie net vir ons publiek nie. Hou die gebruik van ligte vir die nooddienste oppad na n noodgeval. Die ligte word misbruik.

Mr Thibedi Mamabolo said: Politicians may have cars with lights, but they are not emergency vehicles. To drive straight over a red light is unacceptable. They must also obey the rules of the road. When you go to a meeting you must leave early. We as the public also have appointments and emergencies, but cannot endanger others. With him is Mmakhudu Mamabolo.

Me. Chantelle Weber s: Dit is verkeerd dat die blouligte misbruik word. Die padrels wat vir ons tel, moet ook vir die politici tel. Die polisie moet ook net in n noodgeval met hulle ligte aan ry. Hulle kan dit nie vir hulle persoonlike gemak gebruik nie. By haar is Mieke van Zyl.

NEWS

18 NOVEMBER 2011

Steelpoort Akademie gee pryse vir prestasies

Steelpoort Akademie het verlede week Woensdag en Donderdag hul verskillende prysuitdelings gehou. Die prestige prysuitdeling het Donderdagaand plaasgevind. Die volgende leerlinge het erkenning vir hul prestasies ontvang: Hein van Zyl en Chris-Marie Ebershn het vir hul volharding en positiewe houding in sport trofees ontvang. Jaco van der Merwe was die veelsydigste krieketspeler asook die Krieketspeler van die jaar. Anastacia Dube en Faith Moloto kry toekennings vir hul netbalprestasies. Ruben Cross is die Rugbyspeler van die Jaar en Monique Language die Atleet van die jaar. Monique Language en Tiaan Havenga is die Hokkiespelers van die jaar. Charity Rudvidzo was die beste senior dogters landloopatleet en Kamogelo Tshela die beste senior seuns landloopatleet. Kabello Mabanna is die beste landloop seun in die horskool. In graad RA1 het Dezire Kritzenger, in graad RA2 Linel Bellew en in graad RE het Jennifer Motau toekennings vir akademie ontvang. In Graad 1 se onderskeie klasse het die volgende leerlinge toekennings vir akademie ontvang: Megan McManus, Jo-Ann Moorcroft, Lehlogonolo Masha, Michelle Mabuza. In graad 2: Clarissa Fourie, Chanelle Blom, Dali Mabuza en Tshegofatso Matlala. In graad 3: Tanya van Zyl en Tebogo Mojalefa. Goue sertifikate is ook aan die volgende kinders toegeken: In graad 4: Yanke Engelbrecht, Lourencia van Dyk, Solly Malepe (beste presteerder in graad 4), Naailah Abrahams. In graad 5: Chris-Marie Ebershn en Kganya Maapea was die beste presteerders. CJ Barnard en Calum Bronn het ook erkenning ontvang. In graad 6 was Chanelle Volschenk en Lebogang Mokgobane die beste presteerders. Denise Scheepers het ook uitgeblink. In tale is die boekpryse aan die volgende leerlinge oorhandig: Jo-Marie Harmse, Khomotso Mojalefa. Anastacia Dube word vir haar prestasie in Wiskunde vereer. Jo-Marie Harmse kry toekennings vir Natuur Wetenskap, Tegnologie, Kuns en Kultuur en Lewensorintering. Mpho Matiti presteer die beste in Sosiale Wetenskap en Kgotlelelo Koopedi is die beste presteerder in graad 7 Engels medium. Jo-Marie Harmse is die beste presteerder in Afrikaans medium in graad 7. Die horskool akademiese toekennings gaan aan: Lungelo Hlomuka (graad 8), Lize-Ann Nel (graad 9), , Arisha Ramjass (grade 9) and Bridgette Motau (best achievement English home language), Nyasha Ruzvidzo (Wiskunde). Shaun Schoombie en Fanie Nel kry n trofee vir hulpvaardigheid. Monique Language en Arisha Ramjass het die beste algemene kennis. Brand Oosthuizen kry n trofee vir meelewendheid. Monique Language is die mees toegewyde sport dogter en Boet Heyl die mees toegewyde sport seun. Anastacia Dube is die Sportdogter van die jaar en Ruben Cross die Sportseun van die jaar. Monique Language is ook die Veelsydigste sportdogter en Jaco van der Merwe die Veelsydigste sportseun. Karabo Malekane, Faith Makhabela en Kabelo Mabanna is die mees toegewyde sportsterre en die veelsydigste seun in die horskool. Die top 10 akademiese presteerders in die laerskool is (van 10 - 1): Sonay Labuschagne, Denise Scheepers, Yanke Engelbrecht, JoMarie Harmse, Chanelle Volschenk, Franco Oosthuizen, CJ Barnard, Lourencia van Dyk, Monique Language en Chris-Marie Ebershn. Kgotlelelo Koopedi en Jo-Marie Harmse is die skool se Dux leerlinge in graad 7. Chris-Marie Ebershn het die beste gemiddeld van graad 4 tot 7. In die horskool het Lungelo Mhlomuka, LizeAnn Nel, Bridgette Matoa, Ludick Mohlala en Arisha Ramjass balkies vir hul akademie ontvang. Arisha Ramjass het die hoogste gemiddeld in die horskool gehad. Ruben Cross is as die veelsydigste Sportseun en Marizaan de Bruyn as die veelsydigste Sportdogter aangewys. Monique Language is die Steelie van die Jaar. Die 2012 hoofleiers is: MC van der Merwe (hoofseun), Sonay Labuschagne (hoofdogter), Brand Oosthuizen (Akademiese onderhoofseun), Denise Scheepers (Aakademiese onderhoofdogter), Hein van Zyl (Onderhoofseun Sport), Charity Ruzvidzo (Onderhoofdogter Sport).

Die top akademiese presteerders van 10 (heel regs) na 1 (heel links): Sonay Labuschagne, Denise Scheepers, Yanke Engelbrecht, Jo-Marie Harmse, Chanelle Volschenk, Franco Oosthuizen, CJ Barnard, Lourencia van Dyk, Monique Language en Chris-Marie Ebershn.

Mnr. Andries Ebershn, voorsitter van die bestuursliggaam oorhandig die top akademiese trofee aan Chris-Marie Ebershn.

Monique Language was nie net die Steelie van die Jaar nie, maar is ook met n string sport, veelsydigheids- en akademiese toekennings vereer. Mnr. Anton Alberts oorhandig n toekenning aan Lize-Ann Nel. Sy is in die horskool.

Kgotlelelo Koopedi was een van die Dux leerlinge in graad 7. Hy het ook verskeie ander toekennings ontvang.

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Ngululu rewards long service

Ngululu Bulk Carriers Steelpoort held their year end function and long service awards recently. The theme of the evening was bikers and many employees dressed accordingly. Employees who received long service awards were: Richard Mkhawanazi; Solomon Manzini; Wilson Nkosi; Phineas Mtsweni; Willem Mohlala; Isaac Malatjie; Frans Mokobane; Solomon Nkonde; Sumuzi Fani Ndhlovu; Mandla Madiba; Daantjie Mtsweni; Jotham Sibiya; Ben Tibane; Petrus Mkhawane; Karin Laubscher; Piet Mogowane; Joseph Nhleko; Andrew Malele; Jacob Mojalefa; Raymond Nel; Eddie Janse van Rensburg; Mabusa Mokoena; Jack Mphogo; Alpheus Malepe; Freddy Moraba; Selinah Tshehla; Richard Twala; Abednego Mndebele; Stephen Pulusa; Adam Matibe; John Nzima; Peter Kgoetiane; Ephraim Maroga; Lazarus Nkambule; Simon Mashegwana; Molefe Nkosi; Samuel Nkabinde; Patrick Mampho; Simon Nhlabathi; Thomas Ncongwane; Sandros Malatji; Johannes Phetla; Simon Nkosi; Elphas Mohlala; Josepth Qwane; Jan Ntuli; Jacob Nkabinde. Awards were given for 10, 15 and 20 years or more service. The evening was also attended by company directors Mr Louis Tolmay, Mr Flip Myburg and Mr Walter Ramogondo.

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Koos en Karin Coetzee is op 22 Oktober 2011 getroud. Koos is werksaam by Tweefontein Myn en Karin (voorheen Laubscher) werk by NBC Steelpoort. Die hele huweliksplegtigheid is by die Lapa van NBC Steelpoort gehou. (Foto: Sharn Tolmay)

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NGULULU BULK CARRIERS Steelpoort

2. Betrekking/ Vacancy
Company situated in Burgersfort is currently seeking HVAC Technicians. Requirements: NQF Level 1 or equivalent. Fax CV to 086 750 2657. Company situated in Burgersfort is currently seeking an Admin lady. Requirements: Pastel Acc., Microsoft Office, Stock Take, General Admin, Good communication skills. Fax CV to 086 750 2657.

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Springkastele te huur. Vyf verskillende soorte. Steelpoort/ Burgersfort. Kontak Bianca, 082 558 9129.

Vacancy: Packhouse Administrator

You will be based at our Naranja Pack house situated near Burgersfort. Reporting to the Packhouse/Marketing & Administrative Manager the successful candidate will have a minimum of a grade-12 school qualification, and production background will be an advantage backed by a minimum of 3 years experience. Candidates must demonstrate relevant experience in weekly reporting, updating of databases, customer liaison, data processing, controlling all income input documentation, stock reconciliation, and will furthermore be required to assist with production queries and general office administration. The candidate must be computer literate in Excel, MS Word, and Outlook.

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We offer a highly competitive remuneration package with excellent career development opportunities for the hard working and committed person. Please forward your abbreviated (not more than 5 pages) CV by fax or e-mail to: Helgard de Villiers. Fax No: 0866162927 E-mail: helgard@duroi.co.za If the company does not contact you before or on 01 December 2011 you must accept that your application was not successful. Closing date: 25 November 2011

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BOKONI PLATINUM MINE

As the first Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) Company with two North American listing as well as a South African listing, we are the choice employer in the field. The following vacancy now exists at the Bokoni Platinum Mine in the Limpopo Province:

Mine Overseer (D2)

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Global mining group Anglo American has a range of high-quality, core mining businesses covering platinum, diamonds, base metals, ferrous metals and coal. It has operations and developments in Africa, Asia, Europe, South and North America and Australia. With more than 150 000 employees, we are not only a multinational, but a multicultural and multilingual organisation, offering multiple career opportunities. A meritocratic culture ensures that all employees can realise their full potential, helping to drive superior business performance. Anglo Platinum, based in South Africa, is the worlds leading primary producer of platinum, accounting for around 40% of global newly mined output. It mines, processes and refines the entire range of platinum group metals. The company has an excellent portfolio of ore reserves and significant potential for expansion, thus ensuring that it is well placed to remain in its leading position in the long term.

MOTOTOLO JV CONCENTRATOR

Work Description
The position will have the Legal responsibilities as required by regulation 2.14.1 and 2.13.12 in terms of the MHSA of 1996. The main responsibility of the position will be to assist the manager appointed in terms of section 3(1)a to take control of a dedicated section of the mine and ensure compliance to all relevant regulatory requirements from a current and future best practice perspective, with a time frame of 1-2 years.

Position: Rigger (fixed term contract)

Job Level: C2
Role Description: Supports the achievement of production performance levels. Maintains the equipment to standard. Key Responsibilities: Obtain daily and weekly work instructions from Mechanical Foreman. Prepare and plan work priority list and resource requirements in order to complete tasks. Ensure that all planned maintenance schedules are accurately completed. Support efforts to overcome operational problems. Communicate plant defects to the Engineering Foreman via notifications. Education: Standard 8 or equivalent level education. Certified Competent as a Rigger. Section 28 qualification from accredited MQA training centres. Valid driving license code 08, Code 10 plus Mobile crane.

Minimum Requirements
Mining Degree or diploma (advantageous). Mine Overseer Certificate for scheduled mines. At least five years mining experience at metalliferous mines. Valid blasting certificate. Basic computer literacy.

Key Responsibilities
Mining production output. Mine layout and design. Mining planning. Operational labour management. In-stope engineering maintenance. Mining research and development. Ensure that health and safety standards are adhered to and improved upon in the section. Communicates with line supervisors and management to enhance safety awareness and the achievement of the companys safety objectives. Inspects all workings and machinery as frequently as necessary in the interest of health and safety to ensure compliance with legal requirements and to identify and evaluate hazards.

Closing date: 27 November 2011

The principles as set out in the Companys Physical Requirements: Employment Equity Policy will apply. Certificate of Fitness. If you do not hear from the Company withing 21 days after the closing date of the Interested candidates can fax their CV to: advert, please consider your application to 015 418 3287. Alternatively handover the be unsuccessful. Incomplete CVs and/or CV at the local walk in centre. applications will not be considered. Job reference: Rigger

Interested persons can forward their applications to the Recruitment Office by faxing to 015-418 3204 E-mail to phillemon@atlatsa.com closing date 23 November 2011. Bokoni Platinum shall apply the affirmative action principles as set out in the companys employment equity policy. In the event that you do not hear from the Company within a period of 21 days after the closing date of applications, your application shall be deemed to be unsuccessful. The CVs of unsuccessful applications shall not be returned.

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ECM gholfdag goed ondersteun

Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines het verlede week Vrydag hul jaarlikse gholfdag aangebied.Die dag is by die Tubatse Chrome Klub gehou en die baan vol bespreek. Die uitslae is op bladsy 12 van hierdie koerant.

Karate gradering

Saterdag 12 November het lede van die Burgersfort Karate Klub (TSKA Karate Burgersfort) gradeer. Hulle is van links: Dustin Topham - Blou 1, Ozayr Abdullah - Groen1, Sensei Jolanda Hietbrink, Muzaffer Abdullah - Blou 2, Michael Kaplan - Pers1. Baie geluk aan die kinders wat gegradeer het en dankie vir Sensei Lobke en Nicci van Lydenburg s sensei Jolanda.

Athletes at Soweto Marathon

Modikwa Marathon runners participated in the popular Soweta Marathon on Sunday 6 November. The marathon goes through the streets of Soweto and covers a distance of 42km. A 10km race was also hosted. Leboka Noto (02:43) and Peter Molapo (03:05) ran the 42km race. Sonia Makoua (40min), Justice Phokane (41min) and Nkateko Machumele (84min) completed the 10km race. (Submitted by: Willem Montogomery, Modikwa Platinum Mine).

Come support the Tubatse Charity Golf day

Tubatse Chrome will be hosting a Golf day on 10 Desember to raise funds for the JAG Foundation. The JAG Foundation fights alcohol and drug abuse in troubled communities by providing healthy alternatives to young children. They achieve this through mentoring, coaching, knowledge and play programmes. For more information on this charity visit their website: www.jabfoundation.org.za Tee-off will be at 07:00 and the format of the day will be two ball American scramble/4 ball x 16 teams. A light lunch will be provided halfway and an early supper along with the prize giving ceremony. The public and business are invited to join Tubatse Chrome for a day. Any sponsors or donations for this day will be appreciated. The costs are: A minimum of R2500 to sponsor a hole. This includes a 4 ball team. R1200 per team to enter. Bookings: Martin van Rooyen, 082 925 9708. General info: Maureen Knoetze - 082 581 344, Willemien Potgieter - 082 780 2209, Izelle van Staden - 076 280 5063. I hope to see you all there, said Mr Desmond McManus, General Manager of Tubatse Chrome.

First win for Maatlopo United

After losing 4-1 against Kingborn on Saturday 12 November, Maatlopo United FC redeemed themselves on Sunday when they defeated R.T. Giant Killers 5-1. This was the first win of the season for Maatlopo United. The inconsistence of our play is our main concern at present, said Mr Jimmy Makola, spokeman of the Maatlopo Team. Winning with a big margin and then losing with the same margin shows that the technical team still have a lot of work to be done. This week Saturday Maatlopo will host Leolo FC from GaMatodi at Ntoampe Stadium. The game will start at 15:00. All soccer lovers are encouraged to come and support the teams. The Nedbank Cup provincial play-offs will be taking place on 4 December at the Seshego Stadium. Maatlopo will represent the Sekhukhune District. They will compete with four other districts in Limpopo for a chance to advance. Enquiries: Jimmy Makola, 082 407 6226 or Sydney Makoka, 072 869 4418. (Compiled by Jimmy Makola).
(All league soccer teams from the area are welcome to submit their results and upcoming fixtures on a weekly basis. E-mail or fax the reports to 013 231 7147 or e-mail: editorial@platinumgazette.com. Please include a contact person or number on your report. All reports must reach us by a Wednesday 17:00).

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Samancor ECM golf day a success
Samancor Eastern Chrome Mines (ECM) hosted a gholf day on Friday last week. Contractors, suppliers and employees made up the various teams. The days winners were: Embrich Cilliers and Kobus Buitendag (46 points, Izelle van Staden and Mario Meyer (45 points), M. v Esch (Pivot) and Carl Kriel and Johan Cronje (43 points).

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