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} Boipelo Mere

CONSTRUCTION of the JoeMorolong roads is to start assoon as the tenders have beenadvertised.

This was promised by thepremier of the Northern Cape,Sylvia Lucas, during a mediabriefing.

She announced that consul-tants on the project hadcompleted the environmentalimpact assessment and thedesign of the roads.

The media briefing was heldsoon after schools were closedearlier this month in the area.The community accusedgovernment of poor servicedelivery.

Lucas refuted claims that theclosure of the schools was whatled to the process of theconstruction of the roads to besped up.

According to Lucas, theSishen Iron Ore Company willfund the road project, while theDepartment of Roads and PublicWorks will fund the remaining73 km stretch, to complete the130 km stretch in the 2015-’16financial year.

She elaborated on the more

than R250 million projects thatgovernment rolled out toimprove the quality of life forthe people of the John TaoloGaetsewe and Joe Morolongdistrict. The premier dismissedmedia claims that governmenthad done nothing for theabove-mentioned communities.

The premier also raisedconcerns about the closure of 50schools in the area and theburning of a governmentvehicle during violent protests.

She said the closure of theschools was a violation of theChildren’s Act by the parents,which could therefore not betolerated.

“The school closure hasimpacted negatively on thelearners’ common exam papersand will cost taxpayers millionsof rands.

“Community protests should,as a rule, not be accompaniedby violence. Genuine grievancesshould be tabled in a mannerthat is consensus-seeking andrevolution-orientated.

“As government, we arecommitted to work with all ourpeople to address the challengesfaced by our communities,” saidLucas.

} Boipelo Mere

“IT was totally unexpected. Whenmy name was called during theaward ceremony, I realised that Iwas the winner of the award inthe catergory,” said George Pillayof the Media24 Kimberley office.

Pillay was announced the bestlocal news sales representative ofthe year during the Media24’sLegends News Awards that washeld in Cape Town over theweekend.

He had exceeded his sales goalby achieving 25% for the year.

He said he could not describehow tough the competition hadbeen this year, except that he hadworked hard as usual. Pillayscooped the same Legends awardfor the best sales representative ofthe year in 2012.

“That was my best year, butthis time around I had to workharder as the economy has notbeen up to standard,” he said.

The Legends competitionrecognises and rewards outstand-ing achievement of staff membersin various editorial and advertis-ing categories within Media24.

Pillay awinner

GEORGE PILLAY Photo: Boipelo Mere

Wheels turning for roadsPremier refutes claims that school closures led to increased urgency

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Building a world-classdiamond group

Kimberley UndergroundMines JV

Kimberley Underground Mines JV is situated in the city of Kimberley in the Northern Cape.The Mine consists of 3 conventional slushier drift block cave mines.

Senior Human Resources OfficerThis position requires an energetic and dynamic individual to support the HR Managerand all stakeholders in the provision of a high-quality and professional HR Service throughadvice and guidance on a range of HR matters.Tasks and responsibilities: • Coordinate the recruitment and appointment of employeesto ensure procedural compliance and fairness • Coordinate the implementation ofemployee benefits • Ensure Conditions of Employment and pay practices comply withpayroll or salary administration directives and are accurately and timeously planned andexecuted • Maintain and ensure compliance with employee separation process accordingto agreements and Company policies • Manage the application of different conditionsof employment • Perform position analyses and compile or amend job descriptionsfor grading according to client needs • Implement transparent incapacity processes• Ensure application of and compliance with Company policies, procedures and legislativerequirements • Provide correct data for VIP System and ensure that HR administration isapplied effectively within the section • Ensure the Company’s Compensation Managementstrategy is applied and adhered to • Develop HR staff to fulfil their duties • Build andmaintain relations with stakeholders; attend scheduled meetings and employee onboardingevents • Advise line management on relevant legislation and Company policies and theirimpact on conditions of employment.Minimum requirements: • A diploma in Human Resources Management • Recruitmentexperience (preferably in the mining sector) • 2 years’ supervisory experience • A CodeEB (08) driver’s licence and preparedness to use own vehicle for business purposes• Experience in application and management of Conditions of Employment • Computerliteracy in the MS Office suite • Knowledge of HR and Payroll Information Systems.Other skills/competencies: • Knowledge and application of the full employee life cycle• Organisational and mining industry-specific knowledge will be an advantage • Provenapplication of labour legislation: Basic Conditions of Employment Act; EmploymentEquity Act; and Labour Relations Act • A high level of attention to detail • Excellent timemanagement, planning, coordinating and prioritising skills • Excellent negotiation, liaisonand administrative skills • The ability to work well under pressure within set guidelines, andadhere to deadlines. (Ref. KUMJV064)Applications: E1-Recruitment@petradiamonds.com or fax: 086 692 2442

Senior Training OfficerThe successful candidate will plan, implement, ensure quality and maintain the trainingsystem according to the organisation’s needs.

Tasks and responsibilities: • Implement the training cycle in the operation, ie identifytraining needs, compile training plans, oversee the implementation of training plansand evaluate effectiveness of training • Perform annual budgeting activities for areaof responsibility • Oversee annual skills planning progress in accordance with relevantlegislation • Ensure in-house training materials are updated • Ensure the implementationof training and development according to plans and budgets • Facilitate training toemployees/learners as and when required • Conduct on-the-job training as and whenrequired • Evaluate training standards, materials and practices • Ensure team membersare appropriately trained to fulfil their roles • Support and participate in the developmentof official Company documentation • Conduct and manage administrative tasks, andmanage time and attendance of training personnel • Ensure adherence to and compliancewith Security and SHE objectives/legislation as well as Company policies and procedures• Participate in incident and accident investigations as and when required • Support andparticipate in the performance management process.

Minimum requirements: • A Grade 12 • An Occupational-directed ETDP Certificate Level4 or relevant skills programmes (Facilitator, Assessor and Moderator) • A Trade Certificateor Blasting Certificate • A Code EB (08) driver’s licence • Supervisory experience • SkillsDevelopment Facilitator training or experience will be advantageous • At least 2 years’training experience in the mining industry.

Other skills/competencies: • Excellent written and verbal communication skills inEnglish • Working knowledge of the Skills Development Act and related processes• Good computer literacy with proficiency in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel • Excellentadministrative and recordkeeping skills. (Ref. KUMJV065)Applications: E2-Recruitment@petradiamonds.com or fax: 086 659 1334

Kimberley Underground Mines JV is an equal opportunity employer. Preference will begiven to suitable candidates from the designated groups in line with the Company’sEmployment Equity Policy and Plan. Pre-screening, profile testing, on-mine assessments,medical and security clearance form part of the recruitment and selection process. Short-listed candidates will be required to attend a panel interview. Employment of the successfulcandidates is subject to the aforementioned criteria. Preference will be given to candidateswho reside within our host labour sending area of Frances Baard District Municipality (proofof residence may be requested).

Please complete an application form (available on http://www.petradiamonds.com/careers/current-vacancies) and forward this, together with your résumé, qualificationsand ID, to the contacts mentioned at each post before or on 2 July 2014. Please notethat incomplete application forms and documentation will not be considered.If you have not heard from us within 30 days of the closing date, please regard yourapplication as unsuccessful.

Please note that Petra Diamonds does not at any time require any form of paymentfor recruitment purposes. If you are approached in this regard, you should report theincident immediately via one of the following hotlines: South Africa 0800 22 22 00(toll-free from an RSA landline) or international +27 12 305-2711.

http://www.petradiamonds.com/careers/current-vacancies

PREFERENCEWILL BE GIVENTO EMPLOYMENT EQUITY CANDIDATES IN LINEWITHTHE COMPANY’S EMPLOYMENT EQUITY PLAN.

Only candidates who meet the stated requirements will be considered.APPLICATIONS RECEIVED AFTERTHE CLOSING DATEWILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

How to apply:Interested applicants can forward an abridged CV to:

recruitment@umk.co.za or fax: 086 236 1188.The onus is on you to ensure that the reference

number is reflected on your application.Closing date: 16 July 2014.

If you have not been contacted within 30 days after theclosing date, kindly deem your application as unsuccessful.

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Exciting Career OpportunityKuruman

United Manganese of Kalahari (Pty) Ltd (UMK), a leading empowerment company intent onsustainable mining and socio-economic development, seeks specialists to join its fast growingmanganese mine.UMK has been awarded aMining Right over 15 000 ha of land to the north of a dynamic Kuruman.Why not become part of the team that plans to mine an output of between 1,5 million and2 million tons of manganese each year?With a life of mine in excess of 30 years, this well-poised company will be able to unlock yourtalents.

Training Officer (Ref.TO 118765)

The Training Officer is required to plan, conduct, develop, provide, assess or moderate training,induction, technical and competency-based training throughout the Mine.Minimum requirements (but not limited to): • Qualified Electrical or Mechanical Artisan• Matric with N3 or higher qualification • Registered with the MQA • Qualified Training Officer• ETDP SETA Accredited to perform various on-site training – Scope of work: * first aid * firefighting * basic rigging * TMM Operator training * over-head crane * telescopic boom * mobi-lift* fork-lift * skid steer * scaffolding, and * working at heights • A minimum of five years’ relevanttraining experience • Registered MQA Assessor • Present coaching training • Sound knowledgeof MQA and basic requirements • Effective communication and interpersonal skills • A teamplayer.Responsibilities (but not limited to): • Ensure accuracy of submitted information to the TrainingManager • Manage compliance to the Mine Health and Safety Act (Training Department andall other departments) • Benchmark and recommend suitable training providers • Participate inand attend to all relevant safety meetings • Identify required equipment, facilities and manpowerto meet training requirements • Ensure that the required processes for grant allocations are inplace by submitting relevant information to the Training Manager • Manage time and attendance• Ensure that departmental systems are adhered to • Provide performance managementorientation training on the UMK process as required • Ensure compliance to the basic conditionsof employment requirements (Training Department and all other departments) • Ensure accuracyof information • Verify prepared training material • Verify and review prepared assessmentguides • Develop and manage training material • Arrange and manage employee training anddevelopment • Manage and conduct the shortlisting process for own section (learnerships)• Ability to do standby duties and shift work, if and when required • Ensure personal and co-workers’adherence and compliance to the Company’s Health and Safety policies and procedures.Key performance areas: • Prepare for and participate in formal coaching sessions with theline manager and execute the coaching agenda as agreed • Adhere to safety acts, policies,procedures, COPs and agreements • Manage assets/equipment • Enforce training policies andprocedures • Manage and conduct the shortlisting process for own section (Iearnerships).

Please note that the reference MUST be quoted on your application.Please note the following: • Successful candidates will be required to provide a valid medicalcertificate and may be required to undergo certain medical assessments • Psychometric andother assessments may be used as part of the selection process • Verification of all credentialsmay be done • Must be in possession of a valid driver’s licence.

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} Hendré Jacobs

THE management ofKids Safety Havenand Adullam Assem-blies, a communitychurch, organised aninspirational YouthDay event in Haak-bosdraai, Newtown,on 16 June.The 16 June 1976

uprising that beganin Soweto and spreadcountrywide pro-foundly changed thesocio-political land-scape inSouthAfrica.When Afrikaans

and English weremade compulsory asmediums of instruc-tion in schools in1974, black studentsbegan mobilisingthemselves in a pro-test march.On their way they

were met by heavilyarmed police whofired teargas and lat-er, when things gotout of hand, live am-munition on demon-strating students.In line with its stat-

ed objective of being acommunity-centricchurch, Adullam As-semblies have put to-gether an excitingline-up of performers,poets and inspira-tional speakers to en-tertain the youth andto commemorate 16June as an importantdate on the South Af-rican calendar.The sensational vo-

calist and Tsantsa-bane Idol, MphoMaroane, motivatedthe youth to sobriety.She and Boitumelo

Maoko, also fromTsantsabane Idolsfame, delivered enter-taining performancesto a youthful Haak-bosdraai audience.Sanna Jacobs and

Fytjie Witbooi, affili-ated to Kids SafetyHaven, treated theyouth to a nice hotmeal.Haakbosdraai is a

community plaguedby social ills, includ-ing prostitution, drugabuse and teenagepregnancy.

YouthDayheld

MPHO MAROANE, Tsantsabane Idol 2014,singing a song during the Youth Day moti-vational session.

PARTICIPANTS and youths at the youth motivational session organised by Kids SafetyHaven and Adullam Assemblies. Photos: Supplied

BISHOP HENDRÉ JACOBS delivering a mo-tivational speech under the theme Puttingspiritual freedom on the youth agenda.

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} Boipelo Mere

“HE is the man who will never give youonly 50 cents in a parking lot.”That is the reply of one member of the

group of street kids and adults who operateas car guards when he was asked about theMEC for Social Development, MxolisiSokatsha.The Department of Social Development

invited them for an interaction with theMEC during the announcement of theextension of the department’s winter reliefprogramme.According to the department, the exten-

sion of the winter relief programme is atemporary measure to provide assistance tochildren living on the streets. The depart-ment is in the process of re-uniting themwith their families.They received a pair of shoes, a warm

jacket, a blanket and a beanie from thedepartment to protect them against thebitter cold. They were also served warmsoup and bread for supper.Sokatsha said it was the department’s

effort to reach out and reintegrate thosechildren and adults on the street back intotheir homes and families.According to Sokatsha, Kimberley has

over 120 children on the streets, some ofwhom beg at robots.When he addressed the seemingly

obedient group Sokatsha, who is alsoreported to be a pastor, shared the script ofLuke 15:11-52 with them.He elaborated on the “Prodigal Son”, who

went back to his father to seek his forgive-ness after leaving home.“We are here to help you as you remain

our children, brothers and sisters. We areall God’s children. We are aware that someof you are driven from home by badcircumstances, but home is home. Nomatter what a drunk your father or mothermight be, there is no place like home,” hesaid.In an effort to show them that running

away from home was never a solution,Sokatsha shared his childhood experienceof his father who drank a lot.“But that was no reason for me to run

away from home.”Sokatsha also stated that children living

and working in the streets were a manifes-tation of the problems which children andfamilies experienced in communities as aresult of social and economic factors,leading to their marginalisation.Amongst the street adults addressed by

the MEC was Eugene Alexandra (24) whoshared his story.“I don’t really have a valid reason why I

am living on the streets, because I don’thave a problem. I grew up on the streets,because my friends and I have freedom todo naughty things. I stay with my sisterand my grandmother at home. My sisterlooks after my grandmother. Sometimes Ido go home,” he said.

MEC reaches outto those on streets

SIZWEMOLOKWE(23) and Quinton Olyn(22) enjoying their supper prepared for them afterthey were handed their warm jackets, shoes and blankets. Photo: Supplied

LLEWELLYN GAZAR (26) rendered a shortprayer where he thanked God for the De-partmentofSocialDevelopment and togivethem the strength to carry on the goodwork.

LLEWELLYNGAZAR (26), whowas supposed to be re-habilitated after be-ing saved from thestreets, shared a dif-ferent story.“I have been living

on the streets for 14years after I had beendriven from home bymy abusive stepfa-ther. In 2013 I wassaved by a man ofGod, who booked meinto a rehabilitationcentre. After I wasbooked out of rehab Iwent back to thestreets, because Ifound the conditionsat home still thesame,” he revealed.Gazar says he has

learnt about the graceof God in rehab andwill continue teach-ing his fellow streetadults, but he willnever go back home,because there is noth-ing to go back to forhim.“I do go home, but

only to visit. My auntwantsme to stay withher, but I feel like Iwill be a burden forher since I am anadult, I have to con-tribute something,wherever I stay.”Llewellyn is ready

for a fresh startwhere he can be treat-ed with respect. Hesays he is on thestreets for survival.

Gazar’sstory

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So is unemployed Anita Fourie(20), who reveals that at least shewill be able to support herthree-year-old child for the12-month period. She says shecould not go back to school afterdropping out in gr. 10.

“I am really happy for thisopportunity. Maybe we can alsouse the reference to look foremployment one day,” she added.

“This is a very importantreason for us to be here and toadd you to this list. Do not beafraid of learning new things. Youhave to make us proud with thisproject. We, together with thecommunity, will mentor andmonitor you to work yourselvesup,” Bartlett said.

She assured the community ofRoodepan that the programmewould be extended to other wardsas well.

“Mommies must also supportand pray for these youths to makethis programme a success becauseit will benefit us all. Prayer canconquer everything,” she told theaudience. “You look very disci-plined to me. Grab this opportuni-ty with both hands and use itwisely. You must quit smokingand drinking immediately andbecome role models for thisplace.”

Japie Thompson, the chairper-son of the Community PolicingForum (CPF) in Ward 30, said:“We cannot take this opportunityfor granted. We are honoured tohave a Roodepanner as MEC. Weare aware that all these wrongdo-ers are children that we taught,”concluded Thompson.

will find something useful to dowhile I earn a stipend. Thestipend will also allow me to helpout at home, while I save some-thing to study,” he said happily.

him and his family as to whetherhe will join his peers in sitting onstreet corners without anythingconstructive to do.

“At least this is a start for me. I

especially, Lebowa is positive thatthey are a good team to communi-cate with the police to fight crime.

After finishing his gr. 12 in 2010,it has always been a concern for

} Boipelo Mere

THE Northern Cape MEC forSafety and Liaison, MarthaBartlett, urged the youth to quithaving babies, drinking alcoholand being glued to TV channelsand to rather seek opportunitiesto improve their lives.

She said this during the launchof the Social Crime PreventionExpanded Public Works Pro-gramme (EPWP) of Ward 30 inRoodepan.

There are 40 youth memberswho are registered for the pro-gramme. They will help clean thestreets, residential areas inRoodepan, Homevale, Homesteadand Lerato Park. The memberswill get incentives for the clean-ing.

“If you don’t have money toimprove your lives, approach thegovernment. We have bursariesavailable.

“I grew up in Roodepan and didnot have money, but I did notcommit crime. You can become abetter person without substanceabuse.”

Bartlett urged them to workhard on the programme and tostrive to become a good exampleto other youths.

The group sang the song Thankyou Jesus Amen to the MEC aftershe had given them a motivationalspeech.

One of the youths, KamogeloLebowa (23) from Roodepan,counts himself lucky to beamongst the selected group.

Given the high rate of crime inRoodepan and Lerato Park

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MEC urges youth to seek opportunities to improve lives

THE MEC for Transport, Safety and Liaison, Martha Bartlett (right). Seated next to her are Voughn Settleyand Japie Thompson of the CPF surrounded by some of the volunteers. The team visited the residents ofthe Roodepan Council Flats. Altogether 40 youth members signed up for the state EPWP workers projectwhereby street and residential areas are cleaned and incentives are paid. Photo: EMILE HENDRICKS/Foto24

} Dr Thapelo Thipe

PAGIEL KGASWE joined theSetswana Radio Station of theSABC in 1977.

Pagiel and I joined the station atthe same time and were dubbedbroadcasting twins by the latechief announcer, Gertz Komane.

The man had an amazingappetite for the airwaves. Youwould hear him in the earlymorning show Mosalagae and thatsame evening you would hear hisvoice bellowing through theairwaves in the late-night slot ofMaitsiboa Isong.

He had an enormous sense ofduty and diligence. His formaleducation training as a teachergave him the ability to relate wellto listeners.

He possessed common sense ofthe highest order.

His rural background of Tlha-kong stood him in good stead invocabulary and the appropriateuse of idioms in the Setswanalanguage.

His forte was live footballcommentary. Like all of us he wasmentored in the general work asan announcer.

The work entailed researchwork, news translation andpresentation, interviews and storywriting, translation and presenta-tion of documentary programmes,music compilation, presentation ofcontinuity programmes and liveevents broadcast.

Kgaswe possessed the ability tomake listeners, in particularfootball fanatics, eat from the palmof his hand. Gravid and eloquentin figure of speech, he closed thegap only live television broadcastscould fill. This is how artistic andnarrative his abilities were.

These were indeed rare qualitiescoupled with reliability andcharacter consistency. He was awell-groomed radio personalityand his popularity did not go tohis head. Many looked up to himas a role model, mentor and coach.He espoused the industry credo tothe best of his ability.

Many in broadcasting today are

not ashamed tomake mention ofhis name assuch. It is worthnoting thatyoung broadcast-ers who wentthrough his

hands are proud to mention hisimpact on their professional andbroadcasting careers. We pick thisup from their profiles captured inWikipedia in which they mentionhim as trainer, mentor and coach.

His death is a great loss to thebroadcasting industry. He left at atime where he played a major rolein his industry.

Our nation faces a crisis ofhonouring experience. There is apropensity to discard and disposeof the old and forget about them.How quickly we forgot thecontribution and sacrifice made bythose who came before us. How wefail to honour and recognise thetoil and sweat of our predecessors.

At the time of his death, PagielKgaswe had left broadcasting andwas doing voluntary work for theTlhakong Tribal Authority.

May his soul rest in peace.

Kgaswe: An odeto a radio legend

DR THAPELO THIPE

} Boipelo Mere

TEN Northern Cape establish-ments have already entered theprestigious 2014 LilizelaTourism Awards and tourismrole players still have untilSunday to enter their establish-ments for this service excel-lence award.

Members of the public thenhave until 13 July to vote fortheir favourite tourism busi-ness.

The Lilizela Tourism Awardswas established in 2013 andcelebrate global excellence intourism focusing on serviceexcellence, emerging tourismentrepreneurship and sustaina-ble tourism development.

This joint initiative betweenSouth African Tourism andthe Tourism Grading Councilhonours and celebrates thosewho make a remarkableimpact on tourism in SouthAfrica.

The Lilizela Awards coverseveral categories, includingaccommodation awards, visitorexperience of the year, touristguides, sustainable developmentand entrepreneurship.

Entry is free and can besubmitted online atwww.2014.lilizela.co.za.

Members of the public canvote for their tourism favour-ites online and entrants areencouraged to canvas for votesamongst their clients.

Closing date forawards almost here

TOURISM role players still have until Sunday to enter their establishments for this service excellenceaward. Photos: Christel Liebenberg

‘If you do not have money to improve your life, approach us as gov­ernment.We have bursaries available. I for one grew up in Roodepanand did not havemoney, but I did not commit crime. You can becomea better person without substance abuse.’– Martha Bartlett, Northern CapeMEC for Safety and Liaison

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} Boipelo Mere

DIFFERENT scout troops belong-ing to the Kimberley Country Dis-trict gathered at theHulanaCirclein commemoration of Youth Dayon 16 June.According to Troop Scout

Kereeditse Mogorane, the troopsattending the celebrations werefrom the Tetlanyo, Isago, St Fran-cis, Kim-kgolo, Sol Plaatje andReakgona schools in Kimberley.“We were celebrating Youth

Daywhere the troops participatedin sports activities, then one of theyouth rovers (leaders) delivered a

motivational speech and taughtthe young troops about the signifi-cance of 16 June and discussedother general topics.“We had a drilling session on

our programme,” said TSMogorane.) Visit our website gallery atwww.express-news.

ALL troops stood to attentionwhen Thapelo Mberere of theSol Plaatje Primary School andRefilwe Morebudi of the IsagoPrimary School lowered thetroop flags as a sign of closureof the event. Photos: Boipelo Mere

BOITUMELO RABEL of the Tetlanyo HighSchool handing the scout flag to TroopScout Kereeditse Mogorane.

Scouts celebrate day

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} Boipelo Mere

“I DO NOT want to see anyonewearing ordinary shoes on thatcourt. You all have every rightto come and borrow the key toutilise the court, as long as youare wearing the appropriateshoes. We all have a responsi-bility of looking after this newmulti-purpose court of ours.”That was a quote from Snead

Monyobo, the HOD of theMolehabangwe Primary Schoolin Galeshewe when he encour-aged the learners and teachersto look after their new tenniscourt and protect it fromvandalism.On the day, the school held a

special assembly to re-open itsnew multi-purpose court thatwas donated to them by theNational Lottery Board.According to the school

principal, Dira Phillips, thedonation came after theschools’ governing body hadsent an application to theNational Lottery Board for anew court in 2010.A sense of pride was evident

on the netball team’s faceswhen they were the first to beafforded the opportunity ofpractising on the court, on theday it was re-opened.Encouraging the learners to

participate in at least onesporting code, Phillips said themulti-purpose court had giventhe school the pride and statusof participating at all sports

levels, including internationalcompetitions.David Lesetedi of the Depart-

ment of Sport, Arts, Cultureand Recreation also encouragedthe learners to be active.“So that we (department) can

meet you halfway by donatingthe relevant equipment as wedo to other poor schools.”Lesetedi continued to applaud

the school for making the effortof applying for a donation.

School receives new court

HOCKEY TEAM READY TO PLAY: Lebogang Mosimanewakgomo(14), CharlesHafiza (12), TlotlisoMatsinyane (12), AobakweMotebe(13) and Tshenolo Mokgoro (12) cannot wait to start playing ontheir new multi-purpose court. Photo: Boipelo Mere

‘We all have the responsibility of

looking after this newmulti­pur­

pose court of ours.’