The family of 44-year-old Mihloti Faith Shikhibana who was allegedly stabbed and killed by her ex-boyfriend in Nkowankowa outside Tzaneen on Monday say they are devastated that their sister died in such a cruel manner.Shikhibana was allegedly stabbed with a sharp object by her ex-boyfriend while at her residence.
Limpopo police say they have launched a manhunt for the suspect. Her sister, Florence Shikhibana, says she saw her sister in her last moments and took her to hospital.She says the day before she was killed, Faith had a lengthy argument with the ex-boyfriend on the phone.
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GIYANI – Mcdonald Nsovo Khoza (24) from Nkowankowa Section A has been remanded in custody following his appearance in the Giyani Magistrate’s Court on Friday
His arrest is linked to an incident that occurred on the night of Wednesday
a 77-year-old farmer secured his seven goats in a kraal before going to bed
he discovered five goats missing and immediately alerted local authorities
A swift police response led to the spotting of a grey NP 200 bakkie suspected of transporting the stolen goats
When officers attempted to stop the vehicle
the 24-year-old driver was arrested at the scene
Police say Khoza failed to provide a credible explanation for the goats in his possession
was recovered and returned to the rightful owner
His case has been postponed to 13 May 2025 for a formal bail hearing and further investigation
Police efforts to track down the remaining suspects are ongoing
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Residents of the Nkowankowa township outside Tzaneen in Limpopo have been blockading streets with burning tyres since last night over power and water outages
They are demanding an end to Eskom’s load reduction and the Mopani District Municipality’s water supply disruptions
The Tzaneen Municipality has urged residents to stop the protest saying it is engaging both Eskom and the Mopani District Municipality
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Photo: Nkowankowa Hub.After cruising through the North and Eastern regional finals in Benoni last month
the Nkowankowa Hub ladies’ team is channeling its underdog mentality for the Schools SA20 national finals in Pretoria this week
The ladies from Limpopo rolled past the Kwa-Thema and Soshanguve Hubs in the regional finals
convincingly winning all three matches to qualify for the finals at Tuks
Coach Blessing Mabunda has vowed that his charges won’t shy away from the challenge despite facing an uphill battle against the likes of Steyn City School
who are led by SA u19 ladies players Kiara Ramlakan and Karabo Meso
who beat them in the Noordvaal Cup final in December
Some of these players practiced on a soccer field
before the start of the Schools SA20,” Mabunda said
“It’s an honour to coach these young talented players
but together we make the Nkowankowa Hub a team to fear.”
Mabunda has prepared the team well and is under no illusion that it’s going to be a walk in the park
is banking on the girls’ never-die attitude to challenge for top honours
“The competition keeps on getting [more] challenging in each phase
The girls live in different locations and our hub covers the whole of Nkowankowa and the surrounding villages and townships in Tzaneen
trying to ensure all the girls get attention
We have had only one warm-up match and it was against our u13 hub boys
and support the hub receives from the SA20.”
Mabunda has been coaching the team for six years and has watched some of the girls overcome personal challenges to become provincial players for the Limpopo Impalas
He is thankful to the organisers of the tournament for giving his team hope
“The growth of the girls is a touching story,” he said
“They went through a lot and cricket gave them hope
especially coming from disadvantaged backgrounds
But that never stopped these girls from breaking boundaries
“Some have received provincial colours while one made the last 22 for the SAu19 T20 World Cup squad
The finals feature the best schools and hubs in the country and we are grateful to be a part of the final phase,” he said
The team will be banking on the talents of Limpopo Impalas’ seamer Shelfa Mukhari and the talent of batting all-rounder Respect Mabasa
Their go-to player with the ball is the prolific Pontsho Mopayi
who captured an incredible 5/3 in the round-robin against Soshanguve in the regionals
captain Karabo Monyela is confident they will rattle a few cages
They’re going to give it their best shot
we look forward to showcasing our bowling attack and our skills
We are going to take it a game at a time and we are also going to keep the momentum
We are also going to keep the same energy throughout the tournament,” she said
Nkowankowa opens their account against Saints Christian School at 09:30 on Thursday
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The community of Nkowankowa outside Tzaneen says crime in the area has risen to unacceptable levels, and they are calling on Police Minister Senzo Mchunu to convene an Imbizo in the crime-ridden township.
Community members have expressed outrage over the recent killing of 44-year-old Mihloti Faith Shikhibana who was allegedly stabbed and killed by her ex-boyfriend in Nkowankowa over a week ago.
In a latest incident, a 59-year old woman who is believed to have been raped, was found dead in her home last week and while police in Ritavi are investigating the circumstances around her death, some community members believe it may have been her brother while others suspect her firstborn son.
Elizabeth Shingange, founder of the Elizabeth Shingange Foundation, says the rate of gender-based violence incidents in Nkowankowa and surrounding areas such as Mohlaba Cross is alarming, and community members are living in fear.
She says every day, they wake up to news of murder and violence against women and children and maintains that that minister Mchunu is aware of the high crime rate in these areas.
LENYENYE-The latest round of matches in the ABC Motsepe League proved to be a challenging one for three Tzaneen-based clubs in Stream A
Nkowankowa Continental and Tzaneen United came up short in their respective fixtures
as they failed to secure victories in what was a winless weekend for the local teams
traveled to Thohoyandou to face the high-flying Vondwe XI Bullets
with Vondwe XI Bullets extending their strong position in the league with the win
who had hoped to make a mark against one of the division’s most in-form sides
Nkowankowa Continental had their own troubles in their match against Maruleng Celtic in Calais
a result that left both clubs with a shared frustration
Nkowankowa Continental couldn’t find the breakthrough to secure a full three points
settling for a point in a hard-fought contest
Thlothlokwe Golden Syrup were handed a 2-0 defeat by Winners Park
while Selwane White Vultures were held to a 1-1 draw at home by Vhembe’s United Artists
dropping crucial points in front of their home crowd
The results leave both Nkowankowa Continental and Tzaneen United looking to regroup and refocus ahead of their upcoming fixtures
as they look to climb the league standings in the competitive third tier of South African football
it was a weekend to forget for the Tzaneen sides
who will have to make amends in the coming weeks
created special memories on Sunday when they were crowned the Schools SA20 regional champions in Benoni
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The girls from up north twice defeated a strong Kwa-Themba Hub team and also beat the Shoshanguve Hub side on their way to lifting the winner’s trophy
Nkowankowa won their first match against Kwa-Themba
but it showed that if they met again in the final
Kwa-Themba received outstanding performances from Mpumelelo Mashilwane (34) and Nonkululeko Mahlangu (4/7)
but Nkowankowa maintained their composure to claim victory
Mashilwane’s fine innings represented 72 percent of their runs
Mahlangu tried her best to defend that small total
but Nkowankowa kept a cool head to chase it down
The champions also blew Shoshanguve out of the water
wreaked havoc with a spell she will likely never forget
she snapped up five wickets – an average of one every second ball – while conceding only three runs
Motlalepule Joan Sbele (2/9) and Respect Mabasa (2/11) also got in on the action as the side from Limpopo bundled out Shoshanguve for only 29 runs to book another face-off with the Kwa-Themba Hub in the final
Inclement weather led to the title decider being played over 15 overs a side and Mapoyi was again in the thick of the action
provided good support as Kwa-Themba was limited to 60/7
they couldn’t halt the Nkowankowa Hub’s bid for victory and Ripfumelo Faith Nkuna for her side in the 14th over
Kwa-Themba Hub 60/7 (Mpumelelo Mashilwane 23; Pontsho Refilwe Mopayi 2/12
Alicia Mukhandi Masela 2/14); Nkowankowa Hub 61/5 (Ripfumelo Faith Nkuna 20; Nonkululeko Mahlangu 2/3
Kwa-Themba Hub 47 (Mpumelelo Mashilwane 34; Respect Mabasa 2/15); Nkowankowa Hub 49/6 (Extras 15
Respect Mabasa 10; Nonkululeko Mahlangu 4/7)
Nokubong Mpanza 2/8) Shoshanguve Hub 29 (Lesedi Ndlovu 9; Pontsho Refilwe Mopayi 5/3
NKOWANKOWA – The desperate search for a man accused of brutally murdering his ex-girlfriend, Mihloti Faith Shikhibana, has ended in tragedy.
The lifeless body of Victor Hlayisani Shivambu was discovered hanging from a tree in the bushes just outside Nkowankowa township on Thursday evening.
Shivambu was being sought by police in connection with the stabbing of Shikhibana, who later died from her injuries at Letaba Hospital on Monday, April 21.
Preliminary police reports indicate that the 44-year-old victim sustained multiple stab wounds to her upper body.
Both Shikhibana and Shivambu were employed at Mavambe Secure Care Centre in the Vhembe District, where Shikhibana worked as a nurse.
Police are expected to release an official statement regarding the latest developments in the case.
The motive behind the stabbing and subsequent apparent suicide remains unknown and is under police investigation.
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The Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality has refuted allegations by a group of residents in Nkowankowa, regarding the employment of Expanded Public Works Programme workers that are currently working on two projects.
Last week, the group raised a dispute around the projects valued at a total R2 million, one being the construction of an ablution block and storage facility at the driving license testing ground and the other, the renovation of home affairs offices.
The group is alleging that the municipality is not following proper procedures in hiring workers, claiming that the municipality only employs its own preferred people.
But municipal spokesperson Neville Ndlala says the allegations are just part of the group’s concerted efforts to discredit the municipality by continuously making baseless accusations on service delivery issues and even mobilizing community members.
Ndlala says the municipality has a database which can be accessed on their website and social media platforms, where community members can register for EPWP opportunities and proper processes are followed when selecting suitable candidates.
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NKOWANKOWA: The community of Nkowankowa and surrounding areas has gathered at Tivumbeni College this morning for the final send-off of slain nurse Mihloti Faith Shikhibana.
The 40-year-old was allegedly stabbed with a sharp object by her ex-boyfriend in Nkowankowa on Easter Monday.
The alleged perpetrator, Victor Hlayisani Shivambu, fled the scene and was later found hanging from a tree at the Nkowankowa Industrial Area on Thursday afternoon.
At the time of her death, Shikhibana was employed as a nurse at Mavambe Secure Care Centre, where she worked alongside her ex-boyfriend.
Eskom Mopani has assured angry residents of Nkowankowa and surrounding areas that work to resolve the fault at the substation, which has led to residents experiencing extended hours of load reduction, is currently at an advanced stage.
The residents embarked on a shutdown on Monday, closing the R36 road, to express frustration over the implementation of load rotation in addition to the load reduction schedule, as well as the ongoing water challenges.
While residents have been experiencing load reduction for about a year now, the situation has been made worse by the implementation of load rotation, wherein an extra hour is added to the two hours of load reduction, due to a damaged transformer.
Speaking to Capricorn FM News after a meeting by Eskom officials on Monday, Eskom’s customer service manager in Mopani Brian Ndubane indicated that the extent of the damage at the substation necessitated the involvement of specialists to address it.
Ndubane has further called for calm among residents, saying they expect the load rotation to end within the next few days.
NKOWANKOWA– Hlulani Kekana, a 33-year-old man from Nkowankowa Location, has gone missing after leaving his home on November 23, 2024, following a heated argument with his brother. His family is extremely concerned, and the Ritavi Police have launched an investigation into his disappearance.
According to Nkateko Patience Mhangwana, a relative of Kekana, the incident occurred on the morning of Saturday, November 23, when the two siblings had a disagreement. During the argument, Kekana reportedly expressed feeling unloved by his brother, which led to him packing his belongings into a bag and leaving their home. He allegedly told his brother that he was leaving because he felt unloved.
Since that day, there has been no contact with Kekana, and his whereabouts remain unknown. When he left, he was wearing a maroon and grey hoodie, grey trousers, and black push-in shoes.
The Nkowankowa Police are urging anyone with information regarding Kekana’s whereabouts to come forward. Authorities are particularly concerned for his well-being and are requesting the public’s assistance in locating him.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Investigating Officer DWO Phakula Kenneth at 073 161 1306, or SAPS Ritavi at 079 890 6460.
The Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality has clarified that Eskom took the decision to implement load reduction in Nkowankowa Section A and many other areas in the municipality due to the growing culture of non-payment of services and illegal connections in these areas.
This follows numerous complaints from angry residents in Nkowankowa Section A who have had to go about 4 hours a day without electricity for almost a month now, saying this also affects other premises such as the Nkowankowa Magistrates Court.
Other areas include Ga-Kgapane, Lenyenye Town, Tickeyline, Nwamitwa, Dan village, Letsitele and many others and according to the municipality, residents are aware of the load reduction by Eskom, which is mainly a result of illegal connections and theft of electricity infrastructure.
The municipality says communities are not allowing the power utility to install new prepaid meters, meant to combat illegal connections, which have continued to cost Eskom millions.
Here’s the municipality’s spokesperson Neville Ndlala:
NKOWANKOWA — Concern is growing for 34-year-old Rikhotso Shanna Xana
after leaving his home in Nkowankowa following a domestic dispute
Xana left his residence at around 22:30 wearing a blue “Letaba Wi-Fi” branded T-shirt
making it difficult for family members to contact him
and authorities are appealing to the public for any information that might assist in locating him
Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Sergeant Ntuvi on 083 863 2074 or Ritavi SAPS on 079 890 6460
have launched a manhunt for a suspect accused of brutally stabbing his ex-girlfriend to death in Nkowankowa on Monday
According to police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba
officers on routine patrol were alerted to a murder incident at Letaba Hospital and responded immediately
they were shown the lifeless body of a 44-year-old woman who had sustained multiple stab wounds to her upper body
She had been brought to the hospital by a relative but tragically succumbed to her injuries on arrival
Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim
had been attacked at her home in Nkowankowa by her ex-boyfriend
The suspect fled the scene and is currently on the run
Police have now named Victor Hlayisani Shivambu
a resident in the Malamulele policing area
Authorities are appealing to him to present himself at the nearest police station
as his cooperation may assist in resolving the case
Anyone with information regarding Shivambu’s whereabouts is urged to contact Warrant Officer Ronny Baloyi at 083 330 4133
All information will be treated confidentially
New England Breakers were crowned champions of the International Grannies Football Tournament (GIFT) at Nkowankowa Stadium on Saturday
USA New England Breakers triumphed over the France ‘s Les Zamies Foot with a 3-4 victory after a goalless draw in regular time
securing their place as the tournament’s winners
which saw 22 teams from 8 countries battle it out
The participating nations included the USA
marked by fierce competition and camaraderie
celebrated the spirit and resilience of women of all ages
with New England Breakers emerging as the deserved champions
Photo: Nkowankowa Cricket Club.At the previous two editions of the CSA u19 Girls Week
earned herself a place in the South African Schools team
Follow Shelfa and all the Schools SA20 Nationals Finals action LIVE on SuperSport Schools – (www.supersportschools.com)
The talented pace bowler started her journey to winning national colours back in 2018 when she took up cricket as an 11-year-old
“I have been fortunate enough to be part of Shelfa’s growth and development in her young cricket career
I’ve coached her for about seven years now and every year she gets better and better,” her coach
Muhkari’s achievements also saw her reach the final 22 of selection for the South Africa u19 Women’s squad
“With all the experience she has gained from Cricket South Africa camps
she led our bowling attack expertly in the Schools SA20 Regional Finals in Benoni,” Mabunda said
“Although she didn’t take that many wickets
she was the one to remove the opposition’s key batters.”
played a pivotal part in her side advancing to the final
she surrendered only eight runs from three overs
Her ability to land the ball in the same spot continuously not only places heavy pressure on the opposition batters but also forces unwanted errors
Mukhari has a simple goal for the tournament: Dominate the Schools SA20 playoffs and make a name for herself and her team
If she performs in the National Finals as she has in qualifying for the big stage
The Nkowankowa Hub’s challenge begins on Thursday morning with a showdown against Saints Christian School at 09:30
TSHWANE: Building on the momentum of previous SA20 U19 Women’s Camps
the second instalment of the SA U19 Women’s national training
smashing an unbeaten 117 runs against Saints Christian School
A Limpopo male nurse wanted in connection with the killing of his girlfriend has been found hanging from a tree at the Nkowankowa industrial area outside Tzaneen
was wanted for stabbing Faith Shikhibana to death
They were both nurses at Mavambe Youth Care Centre near Malamulele
though they don’t suspect any foul play
“Preliminary information further revealed that he was a suspect wanted in connection with the brutal stabbing of his ex-girlfriend
While the motive behind the apparent suicide remains the subject of ongoing investigation
police have opened an inquest docket to establish the exact circumstances surrounding the incident.”
#sapsLIM Police in Ritavi under the Mopani District, have opened an inquest following the discovery of a body of an African male in the Nkowankowa industrial area on 24/04. Subsequent investigations identified the deceased as a suspect wanted in connection with the brutal… pic.twitter.com/Z7aA8pvmF1
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We are gathered here to bid farewell to one of the most illustrious sons of our motherland South Africa
Our hearts are heavy because of this great loss
But we are also here to celebrate a life well led
On behalf of the Government and the people of South Africa
I convey my deepest sympathies to the family of Tito Titus Mboweni on the loss of their father
I convey my sympathies to the leadership and the membership of the African National Congress – a movement he served with integrity
during the journey to democracy and beyond
He was known by many names to many different people:
He was larger than life because he led such a big life and touched the lives of many people
He fraternised with heads of states and government such as Presidents and Prime Ministers
He was on first name terms with central bankers around the world
labour leaders and ordinary people in our country
He understood them and he had a way to make people feel special and made them have a sense that they mattered
Governor 8 could relate to people from all walks of life
He looked for the good in each person – and usually found it
Tito taught us that public service is noble and necessary; that one can serve with integrity and hold true to the important values
He strongly believed that it was important to give back to the community and country in which one lived
He recognised that serving others enriched the servant’s soul
To me he was the shining star that shined brightest in a maze of a dark period in the life of our country we called state capture
He had already left public service when i knocked on his door asking him if he would return to public service as Minister of Finance
I just said Cde Tito your country needs you to do another tour of service
He agonised about giving up the material value he was building for himself and his family
But after a while he came through for the people of South Africa and agreed to serve as Minister of Finance
The memories that people have shared of Cde Tito over the last few days tell us much about his personality and the relationships that he formed
Some of the finest tributes have come from our nation’s journalists
We hear of a senior Minister who was always accessible
who pored over every detail in their stories
We remember how he would dramatically bring a potted Aloe Ferox plant to his Budget speeches to illustrate his approach to fiscal discipline
Through the Aloe Ferox he sought to illustrate that like our country
the Aloe Ferox survives and thrives when times are tough
We continue to admire how he always sought to demystify matters of the economy for our citizens
He insisted that government must communicate with the people on how the economic decisions we take impact their lives
We will remember his aversion to a flashy lifestyle
He wasn’t just an avowed enemy of corruption throughout his life in public office
In time we will look back at those social media posts of Tito defending his infamous brown shoes that had seen better days
We may then read what was perhaps the deeper
affability and humility belied an illustrious career
His remarkable life spans the history of our democratic journey
He was an activist in the struggle against apartheid
He played a formative role in the development of the ANC’s economic policy as it prepared to govern
As the first Minister of Labour of our democratic government
he oversaw the construction of a new labour regime that would reflect the values of a democratic constitution
He introduced legislation on collective bargaining
and employment equity that have served our country well over nearly three decades
These laws fundamentally transformed the labour relations landscape
They restored dignity to the workers of this country that had been denied them for centuries
He was the first black governor of the South African Reserve Bank
He introduced inflation targeting and convened the bank’s first monetary policy committee meetings
To keep the citizenry abreast on economic policy matters
he introduced a televised monetary policy statement
he undertook one of the most difficult of roles
It requires an ability to take difficult decisions and to withstand extreme pressure
it also requires someone with a keen understanding of the imperatives of development
All of which must at the same time be matched by pragmatism
He often had to tell his cabinet colleagues that there was no money for their ambitious plans
we are better off for his steadfastness and resilience
just as he championed fiscal discipline and evidence-based policymaking
the National Treasury steered our economy through an extremely difficult period
He became Minister of Finance when the country was emerging from the era of state capture and as the country had to confront a devastating global pandemic
the National Treasury set itself on a collaborative course with the rest of government to restore policy and regulatory certainty
This would culminate in the establishment of Operation Vulindlela
a joint initiative of the Presidency and National Treasury to speed up the structural reform process
the reforms driven through Operation Vulindlela have made considerable headway towards resolving challenges in our economy
What many will remember but perhaps others do not know
is that Tito was instrumental in developing the strategy underpinning the reforms we needed to embark upon in the network industries
His insights and initiatives continue to have a very real
material impact on our economy and on the lives of South Africans
It is gratifying that Tito got to see the impact of his hard work during his lifetime
He got to see how the lives and conditions of workers were improved
He was able to see how safeguarding the independence and mandate of the South African Reserve Bank works
He was able to see how reinforcing prudent and transformational fiscal policy is beneficial to a country
On initiating far-reaching structural reforms
has said it is difficult to think of any other economic policymaker who has left such an enduring legacy
Tito was particularly popular with the younger generation
could have a chart-topping rap song titled with his name
could share tips with 1.5 million followers on the best curry powder to cook a chicken with and impart economic education at the same time
have a delightful phrase: understanding the assignment
Loosely deciphered it means knowing what must be done and doing it well
Cde Tito and I shared a deep passion for trout fly fishing and would spend time talking about the skill of casting a line to catch a brown trout and compare that to prudent macro-economic policy management
I kept fearing that on Budget Day we would bring a dead trout fish to the National Assembly and talk about it
you are all having to deal with the raw heartache from his death
but we want you to know that we are all feeling the pain together with you
Tito’s departure has left a void in our hearts
your legacy is of a successful transformation from a freedom fighter to a businessman
You acquitted yourself with dignity and with honour in the ANC
You did not disgrace or betray your movement or the people of this country
This is the most we can hope for as leaders
we should strive to be true servant leaders
We should each aspire to do everything that our country asks of us
The Greater Tzaneen Local Municipality has echoed Eskom’s message that areas that are currently experiencing load reduction must start buying electricity to have their status reviewed
and surrounding areas earlier today embarked on a shutdown to raise their frustration over the ongoing targeted power cuts and water challenges
Municipal spokesperson Neville Ndlala has warned that although the R36 road
which was blocked off by protestors is now open
it is not entirely safe as stones were thrown at passing vehicles
Capricorn FM’s Refilwe Mathebula reports:
#LoadReduction Protesting residents of Nkowankowa township, Mokgolobotho, Dan and Khujwana villages have called on Eskom to immediately stop implementing load reduction in their areas, warning that they will continue protesting on the R36 road between Lenyenye and Tzaneen if… pic.twitter.com/0xrkDiAuEL
Photo: Frans Lombard.Steyn City School delivered a message loudly and clearly to the rest of the teams on Thursday
the opening day of the girls’ section of the Schools SA20 National Finals at the University of Pretoria
The side from Johannesburg’s South African women’s player Karabo Meso showed her class with a solid unbeaten 26 runs as they defeated Victoria Hub by seven wickets
Earlier this year, Meso helped the national u19 side reach the final of the ICC u19 Women’s World Cup in Malaysia
Her Steyn City teammate Diara Ramlakan was also part of the World Cup team
who was the pick of the Steyn City bowling attack against Victoria Hub
was one of the non-travelling reserves for the national u19 side
Victoria Hub’s Imaan van Schalkwyk (14) made a start with the bat before being dismissed in the teens
The side from Cape Town’s Zaurah Titus (2/17) can also feel happy about her performance with the ball in hand
began their campaign with a four-wicket victory over Nkowankowa Hub
The star of the Saints’ victory was their spin bowler and captain Tshegofatso Monyela
who picked up four wickets at a cost of only five runs
which helped restrict Nkowankowa to only 33 runs
She was supported well by Siphumelele Duma (2/7) and Gogontle Padi (2/11)
who also troubled the losing side’s batters with their bowling
it was only Motlalepule Sebele (6*) and Faith Nkuna (6) who mustered even meagre scores in difficult conditions
Monyela (10) also top-scored with the bat for Saints, with Reabetswe Dithipe (7) also chipping in
Motlalepule Sebele (2/16) was the pick of the Nkowankowa bowling attack
JL Dube won by seven wickets over Nomandi in a low-scoring match
Nomandi was bowled out for only 27 runs with Anelisa Mhlongo (3/8) and Zukiswa Msiya (2/6) causing most of the damage
Msiya (9) also made the biggest contribution with the bat for Dr
Lungile Ngcobo 6*; Enkosi Mditshwa 2/9); Dr
Gogontle Padi 2/11); Saints Christian School 34/6 (Tshegofatso Monyela 10
Reabetswe Dithipe 7; Motlalepule Sebele 2/16)
Saints Christian School won by four wickets
Nuhuu Benjamin 9*; Jenna-Lee Lubbe 2/13); Steyn City 34/3 (Karabo Meso 26*; Zaurah Titus 2/17)
NKOWANKOWA – The Kaizer Chiefs Under-19 team made an unforgettable impact at the inaugural Killer Ocean Swallows Cup
showcasing their extraordinary talent and skill at Nkowankowa Stadium on Saturday
organized by local soccer development stalwart Gideon “Killer” Modiba of Killer Ocean Swallows in Lenyenye township
provided local players with the chance to display their abilities to the Kaizer Chiefs scouts while competing against strong opponents
Under the guidance of Giyani-born legend David “DVD” Mathebula and Tshidiso Letsolonyane
the young Phefeni Glamour Boys delivered outstanding performances
They achieved resounding victories against Phalaborwa (9-1) and Killer Ocean Swallows (7-0)
captivating the crowd with their exceptional skills
such as 18-year-old Vicky Mkhawane from Dan Village
impressed the audience with their remarkable abilities
Matlala’s composure and maturity on the field
evident in his dribbling and well-timed passes
earned him the Player of the Tournament award
the team’s talented striker Ofentse Kgosana secured the top goal scorer award
while goalkeeper Thakalane Mashamba received the Goalkeeper of the Tournament award for keeping a clean sheet
The tournament followed a round-robin format and concluded with Kaizer Chiefs being crowned champions
Ocean Swallows and Phalaborwa Squad were awarded silver and bronze medals as runners-up and third-place winners
Swallows finished with 3 points after winning only one game against Phalaborwa Squad
Tournament organizer Gideon “Killer” Modiba praised Kaizer Chiefs for accepting their invitation
He expressed excitement that local boys had the opportunity to showcase their skills in front of Kaizer Chiefs scouts
He thanked Ritluka Mining Company and Kgosihadi Consulting Engineers for their support in bringing Kaizer Chiefs to Tzaneen
He also expressed gratitude to local supporters
and the Greater Tzaneen Municipality for their support
According to “Killer,” the tournament will take place annually with a possibility of the Soweto derby next year
The event was not only a showcase of emerging talent but also a celebration of community spirit and the enduring love for soccer in the region
The impressive display by the Kaizer Chiefs Under-19 team has set a high standard for future tournaments
promising exciting prospects for local soccer development
A private funeral service for former Finance Minister Tito Mboweni is under way at the Roman Catholic Church in Haenertsburg outside Tzaneen in Limpopo
The service is being attended by family members as well as politicians
The private service will be followed by a public funeral service at the Nkowankowa stadium later this morning
Mboweni will be laid to rest at a cemetery at Bordeaux village outside Tzaneen
“There is going to be a private service for two hours and then from Heanertsburg
we are going to Nkowankowa stadium where the service is going to start at 10h00 and we want to thank the villagers here who have been with us throughout the week.”
Tito Mboweni | Mboweni’s body arrives in Sasekani:
community members at Sasekani village outside Tzaneen in Limpopo have paid their last respects to one of their own
former cabinet minister and Reserve Bank Governor
The family has allowed the public to view Mboweni’s body as it lies in state at his family home
Mboweni will be buried in a Special Official Funeral Category 2 on Saturday
Emotions were running high as villagers took turns to view the “Duke of Magoebaskloof’s” body
The viewing proceedings took about three hours
Tito Mboweni | Final burial preparations under way:
NKOWANKOWA-The Nkowankowa community is in mourning following the tragic news about the disappearance of Nyiko Nkwinika
and loved ones spent several anxious days worrying and searching for Nyiko
Known as a beloved member of the community
his sudden disappearance raised many concerns and questions
recent reports confirm that Nyiko’s body was discovered near the intersection of the M1 and N2 highways
This news has brought immense sorrow to his family and friends
Initial investigations suggest that the cause of death might be related to a robbery
police investigations are ongoing to determine the exact circumstances surrounding his death
AVBOB celebrates a milestone by rewarding its members on a large scale
JOHANNESBURG - The ANC in Limpopo is holding a memorial service for former Finance Minister Tito Mboweni
His comrades will gather at Nkowankowa Community Hall in the Mopani district on Thursday
WATCH: Preparations for Tito Mboweni memorial, funeral underway
The former Cabinet Minister -- who labelled himself the 'Duke of Magoebaskloof' -- died on Saturday aged 65
He will be honoured with a Special Official Funeral this Saturday
PHOTO: Frans LombardSteyn City School will face Saints Christian School
in the girls’ final of the Schools SA20 on Saturday
The team from the North West Province is the only unbeaten side left in the competition
surprisingly lost their final pool match against Nomandi
Karabo Meso (16) was yet again her team’s top run scorer
but they were bundled out for a modest 44 runs
thanks to superb bowling by Enkosi Mditshwa (3/6) and Thembakazo Gegesi (3/8)
South African women’s cricketer Meso (64*) was also on fire for Steyn City in the morning session
striking an unbeaten half-century as the Johannesburg girls posted 119/2 from their 20 overs against Nkowankowa
The majority of those runs came from a 111-run partnership for the second wicket between Meso and her SA u19 teammate
Steyn City went on to a 63-run win over Nkowankowa and bagged a bonus point for their comfortable victory
Nkowankowa’s Shelfa Mukhari produced the best bowling performance of the tournament in her side’s 37-run victory over Dr
knocking over five batters at the cost of only nine runs as the KZN champions stumbled to 49 all out
Diara Ramlakan 42; Shelfa Mukhari 1/21); Nkowankowa Hub 56/10 (Extras 16
Extras 22; Enkosi Mditshwa 2/10); Nomandi 45/10 (Olwethu Njani 17*; Zaurah Titus 3/5
Saints Christian School 91/4 (Reabetswe Dithipe 29
Blondy Baloyi 25; Anelisa Mhlongo 3/14); Dr
JL Dube 49/10 (Extras 19; Shelfa Mukhari 5/9)
Yamkela Mnqabashe 10*; Jenna-Lee Lubbe 2/9
Olivia Marais 2/11); Steyn City 44/10 (Karabo Meso 21; Enkosi Mditshwa 3/6
Victoria Hub 62/10 (Imaan van Schalkwyk 21; Siphumelele Duma 3/6
Tshegofatso Monyela 2/18); Saints Christian School 63/5 (Tshegofatso Monyela 31*; Ashline Titus 3/7
Saint Christian School won by five wickets
South African Vuka Soweto team players interact with a French team member after their quarter final match during the Grannies International Football Tournament 2025 at Nkowankowa stadium in Tzaneen on April 4, 2025. (Photo by Phill Magakoe / AFP)
Tzaneen, South Africa: Mbele Nonhlanhla laced up her silver cleats as her coach shouted encouragement to the creaky knees, stiff backs and laboured breathing in a dressing room in South Africa's far north.
At 63, wearing jersey number 10 and sporting brown-dyed hair, the grandmother of seven was far from your typical footballer when she stepped onto the field for her first international tournament.
"I feel like a superstar," Nonhlanhl grinned, revealing a missing tooth. "They call me the goal machine."
Her team, Vuka Soweto, hails from the renowned township of Soweto outside Johannesburg.
It had joined more than a dozen others from across Africa and beyond to compete this week at the Grannies International Football Tournament in the northern province of Limpopo.
The four-day "Grannies World Cup" was held in a stadium with sweeping mountain views.
The 30-minute games were played in two halves at a slow but purposeful pace, between teams from as far as the United States, France and Togo.
"It is all about active ageing. Whether we win, lose or what, it is all about coming here and staying fit," said 62-year-old South African Devika Ramesar, a mother of two and grandmother of five.
Until this week, the Liverpool fan had never stepped onto a football pitch.
Kenyan striker Edna Cheruiyot only had two months to learn the "long list" of football rules before Friday, when she scored her only goal.
She took selfies to remember her first ever trip abroad and send to her grandchildren.
US' New England Breakers team players react after winning their quarter-final match during the Grannies International Football Tournament 2025 on April 4, 2025. (Photo by Phill Magakoe / AFP)
"I feel nimble. This is the lightest I have been since my first child in 1987," Cheruiyot said, adjusting the blue headwrap covering her greying hair.
At 52, she is a youngster within her team, whose oldest player is 87.
The idea for the tournament arose in 2007 as a way to improve the health of local women, said founder Rebecca Ntsanwisi, 57, who is fondly called Mama Beka.
It came out of her sense of personal challenge following a cancer diagnosis that once bound her to a wheelchair.
"The older women need to come together and enjoy. We are neglected," she told AFP outside the home where she lives with her ageing parents.
Togo's team members sing for the founder of Grannies International Football Tournament, Rebecca Ntsanwisi (C) known as 'Mama Beka' on April 4, 2025. (Photo by Phill Magakoe / AFP)
She hopes to host the next tournament in Kenya.
Almost 40 percent of South Africa's children live in households headed by their grandparents, according to government statistics.
That is mainly due to poverty, cultural traditions and urban migration.
But grandmothers should not be saddled with the responsibility of raising their grandchildren, Ntsanwisi said.
"This is our time to enjoy and relax," she said. "I will die knowing that I did something."
Chris Matson, 67, took the advice to heart and travelled from the United States to "enjoy every second of the tournament".
"I did not play when I was little so to do it now is wonderful," said the bubbly goalkeeper for the American New England Breakers team.
The team doctors, however, were earning their keep.
The aches and pains of the elderly players needed constant checking, South African team medic Diana Mawila said.
Some members of her Vakhegula Vakhegula team had to be monitored for high blood pressure before every game.
A general view of a match being played at Grannies International Football Tournament 2025 at Nkowankowa stadium in Tzaneen on April 4, 2025. (Photo by Phill Magakoe / AFP)
Vakhegula Vakhegula means "grandmothers grandmothers" in the local Tsonga language and is a nod to the national men's team, Bafana Bafana or "boys boys".
But the team disagreed with Mawila's assessment and burst into heartfelt laughter.
"We are fit!," captain Thelma Ngobeni said, balancing on her head a packet of maize flour that players had received after the games.
"It is not about winning or losing. All that matters is that we showed up, had fun and did our best," she said.
Nonhlanhla's goal was more ambitious. A dream of making it big in football was within reach, she said.
"It's never too late to achieve your childhood dreams. I don't see anything stopping me," she added, walking out of the brick-walled tunnel to face France.
In a scene mirroring professional football, the crowd erupted in applause as teams entered the stadium hand in hand with young mascots and national anthems played.
"I'm halfway there, right?" Nonhlanhla smiled.
Limpopo Health MEC Dr Phophi Ramathuba says ageing infrastructure continues to be a concern in most of the health facilities in the province.
Ramathuba made an unannounced visit to the Nkowankowa Healthcare Centre outside Tzaneen this week, where she found that the facility’s doors have no locks.
She raised a concern that this is depriving patients of their privacy.
The MEC has indicated that some of the delays in the maintenance of infrastructure is as a results of poor record keeping of the reported issues.
The family of 35-year Kevin Shingange who was brutally stabbed to death in December last year in Nkowankowa outside Tzaneen, has expressed concern over the delays in the case following multiple court postponements and unwillingness by police to investigate.
The incident happened at the Van Rooyen Tavern in Nkowankowa after murder accused, Kenosi Mashangete, who was allegedly under the influence of drugs and alcohol, attacked patrons and subsequently stabbed Shingage to death in full view of the community.
Mashangete appeared at the Ritavi Magistrates Court on Monday for bail hearing and his case was once against postponed due to the unavailability of the presiding magistrate.
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The Nkowankowa Testing Station in the Greater Tzaneen Municipality will reopen on Saturday following a month-long closure after a break in, in October this year.
Spokesperson for the municipality Neville Ndlala says not all services will resume at the same time but they will be using this first week from Saturday until the 12th December to close the backlog that was is there on driver’s and learners licenses.
He says there has been a long list of booking that were done before the testing station was closed and it is important that they focus on that before they start taking new bookings.
Ndlala says it is important for residents to remember the booking fees for the different licenses and they will be taking new bookings after the backlog has been covered.
NKOWANKOWA-A designer company called Judy Sanderson is based in Portugal and is named after Judith Fionah Sanderson Bernado, who is 37 years old, born and raised in Tarantaal and resides in Nkonwankowa.
Judith, known by her childhood nickname Judy, attended Bombeleni Primary School in Nkonwankowa, Marito Primary School in Petanenge after that, and Laerschool Dr Anecke in Letsietele to finish her primary education.
After completing matric at Merensky, she obtained her B.Com in Accounting degree at the University of Pretoria.
Judith spent six years working for Procter & Gamble in Cape Town and Nairobi, Kenya, where she also fell in love with her Portuguese husband.
Later, in 2013, she relocated to Guangzhou, China, where she continued to work for Procter & Gamble before quitting after six months. Two years later, she relocated to Hong Kong where she continued her interest in fashion and pursued a degree in fashion design.
She relocated to Portugal to be near her in-laws and to start her company, Judy Sanderson, as Portugal is one of the top-producing nations in Europe for textiles and apparel and has a long history of traditional tailoring.
The Judy Sanderson Business, which bears her name and her maiden surname Sanderson, was founded and is led by Judith, a mother of three Portuguese children.
“To continue the Sanderson legacy, I decided to create a namesake brand under my name”, she said.
The image of five-year-old Judith admiring the stunning women in her family as they paraded around in glitzy attire while attending church every Sunday stuck in her mind as she grew up, and it sparked a passion for the significant contribution that fashion can make to a person’s self-confidence.
She made her first outfit in 2003, a matric farewell dress, and it turned out beautifully and creatively.
Judith Sanderson is a company that offers modern women’s ready-to-wear clothing, targeting ladies between the ages of 30 and 50. The story of Judith, a Tsonga woman, served as inspiration for Judy Sanderson, a distinctive clothing line that fuses the cultural aesthetics of South African designers with those of the rest of the globe.
Through her expression of her admiration for traditional tailoring techniques and her respect for individual originality and extensive knowledge, Judith Sanderson set out to empower the craftspeople.
She was selected by Canex-Creative Africa Nexus sponsored by Afrexim Bank, as one of the Top 20 African fashion designers to participate at the Tranoi Trade Show in Paris.
Bernado was one of three designers from South Africa to have been selected, alongside David Tlale and Rich Mnisi.
“I don’t have huge financial or self-promotion ambitions, but I want to live comfortably and be able to generate enough return on my company in a way I can reinvest in my brand so it can grow sustainably. My biggest goal is to truly do what I love and become known in the Fashion Industry by creating a positive impact and promoting _Ubuntu_
The Judy Sanderson collection has a B2B platform where they sell to other stores in addition to selling directly to consumers online at www.judysanderson.com.
NKOWANKOWA-A 37-year-old suspect is said to be on the loose after allegedly sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl at section C in Nkowankowa, Greater Tzaneen.
According to the mother of the minor and a concerned neighbour who cannot be named to protect her identity, the girl was sent to a nearby spaza shop when the incident allegedly happened on Sunday September 24.
It is alleged that the man called the victim into his RDP house as she was walking to the shop. Once inside the house, he then ordered her to lie down, raped her while threatening to kill her if she screamed or told anyone and gave her fifty rands (R50) after the ordeal to buy her silence.
“The man confessed to raping the child when we confronted him after the child told us what happened. We also took the child to the hospital. The results confirmed that the child was indeed violated. It is sad because this man is someone we know and trusted”,.
The suspect reportedly ran away after the confrontation.
Ritavi police confirmed that a case was opened, however, the suspect has not been arrested yet.
Nkowankowa community representatives have shut down municipal offices in that township, demanding better services from the Greater Tzaneen and Mopani municipalities.
Community representative Thulasizwe Shingwenyana is alleging that they are getting water bill statements while there’s no water provision in the area.
He says municipal rates and taxes are not accurate, adding that there is no maintenance of the community infrastructure such as parks.
He says the condition of the graveyard is unbearable whereas they are required to pay R1500 when they want to use them.
Shingwenyana says the municipality is threatening to auction the residents’ houses.
The Greater Tzaneen Municipality has dismissed allegations that they have threatened to auction houses belonging to residents who owe the municipality in rates and taxes.
Municipal spokesperson Neville Ndlala says Nkowankowa residents told them they don’t know the people who are claiming to be community representatives.
Ndlala says they haven’t gotten back to them because they are liaising with the community through ward councillors.
He says they have already started working on projects after Nkowankowa community members raised those issues.
Ndlala says a lot needs to be done to improve the graveyard and it is a big project which requires the municipality to follow supply chain management processes.
NKOWANKOWA-A disgruntled group calling themselves Dan-Nkowankowa concerned group (DANKO) and South African National Civic Organization (SANCO) members protested outside Letaba Citrus Processing offices in Nkowankowa industrial, Greater Tzaneen on Tuesday, August 02.
The protesters cited that the company has “injustices” that stem from the employment of illegal immigrants. Furthermore, they claim that the company have been overlooking the locals when hiring.
A memorandum of demands was subsequently handed over to the company, demanding that all factories in Nkowankowa and LCP hire majority of the local residents.
“We demand that the residents 60% from Nkowankowa, Dan, and Mokgolonoto villages respectively, and 30% of the neighbouring villages like muhlava, Burgesdordp, Peteanenge, Khujwana, Mariveni, and mafarana 10% of scares skills from qualified personnel”
Furthermore, the group demands that Danko labour desk be responsible to facilitate the employment process.
“No foreigner must be hired as general labour and Nkowankowa factories must pay competitive salaries to all labours as be government regulations”
Meanwhile other business owners took their complains to Tzaneen voice about the conduct of the protesters and alleging that SAPS did nothing to protect their businesses. They claim that their business vehicles were vandalised during the protest.
“I will appreciate you reporting on this “peaceful” protest. More so the demands are futile as they are not unionized. It’s all illegal and we are considering closing our business for good due to this happening since January this year. Business is so hard already post covid and we are already on our knees trying to keep our business going”
“It’s just not worth it now also being threatened by criminals. I won’t be held hostage in my own company” another man added”
NKOWANKOWA-A 35 year old man stabbed to death in a tavern on Friday evening in Nkowankowa.
It is alleged that the victim was trying to stop a man who seemed to be very high with nyaope from stabbing another patron.
It was this time that the victim was stabbed in the chest and in the neck with a sharp instrument.
Police were called to the scene but the suspect continued being so unruly and threatened to stab the police as well.
The police shot the suspect on his right leg to subdue him and he was then arrested.
Meanwhile, the victim was rushed to the nearby medical facility and he was later transferred to Letaba Hospital where he succumbed to stabbing injuries.
The victim was identified as Kevin Nkateko Shingange (35) who was commonly known as “Dog”.
The suspect is said to be under police guard at the Letaba hospital where he was taken for medical treatment for the shooting on his leg.
Police have opened a case of murder and the suspect is expected to appear in court soon.
NKOWANKOWA-Kenosi Mashengete appeared in the Ritavi magistrates court on Wednesday, December 27. This comes after his arrest at the scene of the crime on December 10 where he allegedly stabbed a patron to death at a hang-out spot in Nkowankowa.
According to reports, the accused went into the establishment seemingly intoxicated and high on narcotics, took beverages without paying, harassed patrons and forcefully entered an office on the premises. It is reported further that the owner of the tavern who cannot be named to protect the name of his business, locked the accused in the office he entered forcefully and summoned the police immediately.
It is said that upon the police’s arrival at the establishment, the room of which the accused was in was unlocked. He is said to have gone berserk and that’s when he allegedly attacked and stabbed the victim on his chest and back and threatened police officers in full view of patrons. He was allegedly shot on the thigh by police as he attempted to flee, overpowered and arrested.
His bail application was postponed to Friday, December 30.
The Limpopo Department of Health says services at the Letaba Hospital are affected by the current water shortages in Nkowankowa and surrounding areas due to a pipe burst on the bulk line at the Nkowankowa Water Treatment Plant.
Areas supplied by the plant have been experiencing water shortages since last week Friday.
The department spokesperson Neil Shikwambana says the hospital has been operating with water reserves from its storage tanks, but the reserves have been depleted and the hospital now relies on water tankers from the municipality.
While the Mopani District Municipality indicated that it is working hard to restore water supply, Shikwambana says the theatres at the hospital have been greatly affected, forcing the hospital to concentrate only on emergency operations and temporarily stop elective operations.
NKOWANKOWA-The family of a 13-year-old girl from Nkowankowa section C who was allegedly sexually assaulted on September 24
are hopeful to get justice for their child
This comes after the suspect handed himself over to the Ritavi Police Station on Monday
The 37-year-old suspect was reported to be on the loose after allegedly sexually assaulting the minor
The parents of the victim reported that she was sent to a nearby spaza shop when the suspect allegedly called her into his RDP house
raped and threatened to kill her if she screamed or told anyone
he was said to have given her fifty rands (R50) after the ordeal to buy her silence
the parents took the victim to hospital for medical examination where it was confirmed that she was indeed violated
A case was then opened at Ritavi Police Station
NKOWANKOWA- It’s every mother’s worst nightmare – seeing your child suffer more with each passing day but there’s nothing you can do
For eight years this was Tinyiko Headgare (12)’s reality
The grade 6 learner from Nkowankowa in Greater Tzaneen was just Four years old when she was diagnosed with a rare skin condition
so fragile that it blisters with any rubbing or pressure
Tinyiko has been shunned by her community because her appearance terrifies other children in the township
She struggles also to wear clothes as even the slightest friction to her skin results in excruciating pain
Warranty Mathebula (36) consulted various local doctors
trying all forms of medicines with no luck
Tinyiko’s Condition interferes with her school work
she was forced to give up and watch her daughter suffer
Tinyiko has not seen any doctors in the few months because of the high cost of medication and her single mother is desperate to find help
She is pleading with good Samaritans to help her daughter find a doctor who can treat her and give her riddance from the pain
“I beg anyone who can have a solution to please come forward and help my daughter with treatment so that she too can live as a normal human being
no one likes to see her or eat in front of her
She is not coping in school” She added
Tinyiko’s family can be contacted on 064 916 6015 or 072 094 6679
NKOWANKOWA-The South African Police Service at Ritavi are investigating two robberies with a firearm that occurred at separate locations on Saturday
a 49-year-old victim was walking to his workplace when a maroon Nissan Sentra vehicle without registration number plates stopped next to him at Dan Village next to Hosanna Cemetery
Two suspects alighted from the motor vehicle and one of them pointed him with a firearm
robbed of a cellphone with a wallet containing valuable items and was immediately taken and they fled the scene without firing any shots
Another robbery took place at the Nkowankowa location along Bankuna Road next to Teba village at about 05:15
A 46-year-old male victim from Dan Extension 2 was reportedly walking along Bankuna Road in Teba village when a dark blue Toyota Corolla motor without a registration number plate stopped next to him
Two suspects alighted the motor vehicle one armed with a firearm and the victim was instructed to lay down on the floor
Anyone with information that can assist police in the apprehension of the six suspects
should contact the Investigating Officer Captain Maswanganyi on 082 451 7156 or crime stop number 08600 10111 or the nearest police station or MySAPSApp
NKOWANKOWA-Hundreds of mourners have attended the funeral of a teenager who tragically died after being hit by a car
Nkateko Maluleke (17) was killed while walking on Sunday
Details around the accident are sketchy however no one is arrested
Friends and family have gathered at his home in Nkowankowa to pay their respects to the talented young boxer
September 1 the community of Namakgale gathered at the spot where he was knocked down by a car for candle candlelight memorial
NKOWANKOWA-Amanda Maluleke from Nkowankowa
was crowned Miss Hotlegs South Africa 2021
The 21-year-old beauty queen is the epitome of beauty with brains
The model is a first-year LLB student at the University of South Africa
Maluleke shared how her love for pageantry came about
“I’ve always dreamt of becoming a model from a young age
My family is my biggest sponsor and support system
They always advised me to pursue modelling as a career because of my height and physique
The beauty said that she believed she won the competition because she had zero tolerance for mediocrity
She said that she always goes above and beyond the call of duty in whatever task she is given
pageantry is not all glitz and glam because it comes with a lot of responsibility
I am a queen and possess all the qualities of a queen
The mission of the competition was to provide a platform for women and unify them
the bright young woman advised young girls who want to pursue modelling to go for it
She reiterated that it teaches valuables lessons about life and bolsters self-confidence
Nkowankowa-Doctor Dumisani Chauke was sentenced to eight years in prison for criminal sexual assault on Tuesday
was sentenced by the Nkowankowa Regional Court for raping a 17-year-old girl
The incident took place on 17 October 2017
“The Doctor whose surgery is based in Nkowankowa
raped the victim after she visited the surgery for a consultation
The victim was placed on the bed for a medical examination when she suddenly experienced some pains
She then realized that the accused was raping her
“The victim quickly rushed out of the consulting room and went straight home where she informed her mother about the ordeal
“A case of rape was immediately opened and the initial Police investigations ensued
The accused was arrested shortly afterward
“The case was allocated to Detective Sergeant Helray Mmola from the Saps Tzaneen Family Violence
and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit who meticulously investigated the matter until she acquired this heavy jail term”
The Provincial Commissioner of the South African Police Service in Limpopo
Lieutenant General Nneke Ledwaba has welcomed the sentence on both hands
“We hope that this jail term will serve as a deterrent to all perpetrators of these types of crimes and other criminal activities
especially the professionals who are supposed to protect any victim
McCormick Property Development (MPD) have had the rights approved for their largest rural retail development to date
the R3 billion Dan City mixed-use development will transform the area’s expansive rural landscape
Communities residing along the base of the Wolkberg mountain range from Nkowankowa all the way to The Oaks (65kms to the southeast) will benefit from this landmark development
The prime location will see residents saving on their taxi fares
(which currently range between R36 and R100 for a round trip to Tzaneen)
leaving more disposable income for buying essentials
The environmental benefit of the reduction in fuel burnt as customers have less distance to travel is also a major benefit
Anchored by the 36 000m2 Dan City Mall
a total of 146 000m2 of development is planned for the site which will include a motor city
The mall is set to become a landmark both in the region and for the development company
With rights approved by the Greater Tzaneen Municipal Planning Tribunal
work on-site is planned to start in late 2023 with an anticipated mall opening in 2025
Taking design cues and learnings from their larger township malls in Gauteng
the mall will provide a shopping experience like nothing before in the region
The design includes three grocery anchors and an expansive fashion mix
entertainment as well as banking and services previously not represented within the market will all contribute to the tenant mix
The development team is working closely with their leasing team
and the architects to ensure not only an impressive selection of stores but also a shopping destination that will provide an entertainment and value offering for the whole family
As has become synonymous with MPD developments
it will have a unique aesthetic that will appeal directly to the local communities
plus numerous community-focussed initiatives under the company’s #ChangeForGood banner
supporting the rise of local enterprises alongside that of the mall.
waste management services and rainwater harvesting will all be included to ensure it is able to trade to capacity at all times
irrespective of service delivery constraints.
“We are absolutely thrilled that the rights for Dan City Mall have finally been approved
It is a scheme the team has been pushing for years
as we have always seen the potential of this region
and I cannot wait to deliver an exceptional product to these communities
It will be phenomenal to finally get it out of our pipeline and into the ground,” says MD of MPD
“We look forward to a continued close working relationship with the local community
like all our developments are our partners and co-shareholders.”
Dan City will be the third development in the region from MPD
having been developed over the past two decades
The mall and ancillary developments to follow will be an economic game-changer for the region
creating thousands of job opportunities and providing a platform for local businesses to grow and thrive
NKOWANKOWA: Founders of SAMSREC Production have set their sights on reaching heights beyond their wildest dreams
The multi-Media company is spearheaded by Samuel and his wife Bella Ntsanwisi
passionate couple born and bred in Nkowankowa
The couple founded the company 8 years ago in 2013 and named SAMSREC
a short abbreviation for Samstar Records Production
The company provides services such as filming production
the couple went into details regarding their intertwined passion
“I studied Film and Television while my wife studied photography
and we are also musicians and boost project management qualification
Samuel started his primary school at Ritavi School before moving to Meridian and Stanford for his high school
Samuel furthered his studies at the Tshwane University of Technology (TUT ) where he completed his MBA
he is completing his Masters of Film and TV at the University of Witwatersrand
Although it was Samuel’s idea to start with this production
he was inspired by the Studio Acanthus Singh built in Kwazulu-Natal and by Tyler Perry as well
“Those studios are amazing and God – willing
I would love to have something like that” claimed Samuel
Samsrec Production also had a mission from the onset which arose out of the need to capture events and memories in high resolution and style
Samuel says he wanted his production to be the best
especially in Limpopo and Mpumalanga provinces
“Our production’s heart is offering the client an exclusive VIP experience that allows their events to trend
From a film and television content production perspective to the promotion of indigenous language productions
especially Xitsonga content is crucial for the company,” he added
The main goal of the couple is to be a leading content creator
global entertainment solutions and television services
Rirhandzu won two Gold awards at the International film awards
“It has always been our position that you don’t need to be in Gauteng in order to tell a good story
an industry needs to start and fly right here,” said Samuel
Samsrec Production did the third Fireside Theatre Production
which is an outdoor on-stage theatrical offering
and about 45 young local children from local schools have received training and development from it
It also brought many established casts to offer workshops to the local cast
SAMSREC Production has recently won the Gold Wards for International Independent Film Awards for the student film called “Rirhandzu”
NKOWANKOWA |Six learners from DZJ Mtebule High school located in Nkowankowa
have been transported to hospital after consuming space cakes earlier this morning
A teacher who spoke to Tzaneen Voice anonymously confirmed the incident and said that an ambulance was called after they started noticing unusual behaviour from the learners
It is said that some of them were in a trance and were collapsing
it was discovered that they had consumed space cookies brought by another learner
An ambulance is reported to be stationed at the scene
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work on site is planned to start in late 2023 with an anticipated mall opening in 2025
Taking design cues and learnings from its larger township shopping centres in Gauteng
MPD says the mall will include three grocery anchors
entertainment as well as banking and services previously not represented within the market
irrespective of service delivery constraints
"We are absolutely thrilled that the rights for Dan City Mall have finally been approved
It is a scheme the team has been pushing for years as we have always seen the potential of this region
It will be phenomenal to finally get it out of our pipeline and into the ground,” says Jason McCormick
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