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BIKERS WITH HEART Twenty two local clubs took place in the Toy Run organised by the North West Bikers Association, with clubs joining in from as far as Welkom and Krugersdorp. The Toy Run started in Klerksdorp, winding through Orkney and Stilfontein, ending at Klerksdorps Tusk Rio casino, where food stalls and live bands waited to entertain the hundreds of bikers. Altogether nearly 4000 toys were collected for distribution among various organisations in the city, including hospitals and the local Child Protection Unit. John Basson of the local Christian Motorcyclist Association (CMA), sends a big thank you to all the sponsors and contributors who made the day possible, and especially the local Traffic Department, without which this day would have been impossible. To join in the bike ride to Johannesburg's Toy Run, meet with other bikers at Flamwood Walks' PicknPay to leave at 7:00am on 25 November or call John on 082 553 5692.
Watch
this space for info on the upcoming Blood Run, when local bikers will
take to the streets, after your blood! Adonai School for the multiply disabled was begun by the Le Roux family in September 2002 and is run as a non-profit organization. A permanent staff of just three runs the school, with the help of a few volunteers, taking care of an average of eighteen pupils. Because the school is a non profit organization and survives on donations, financial assistance is always welcome. Currently the school is looking for assistance to buy the pupils matching T-shirts for summer, at a cost of about R25 per shirt. Anyone who can help is asked to phone Carmen on 083 536 3616 or Retha on 082 433 3363.
And
don't miss the schools very special Christmas concert on 29 November at
6:30, in the NG Kerk, La Hoff. It is often said if you are in sales, for instance, that you are only as good as your last sale. So in fly-fishing, you are as good as your last fish. This means, in an almost paradoxical way, that you are always challenged to make that next sale or catch that next fish. Now it sometimes happens that a fly-fisherman will have a bad day and blank. He may have caught twenty fish the previous outing and have been cock-a-hoop. No matter what he does he will always be remembered for and reminded about the afternoon that he blanked. “But I caught twenty last week”. “Yes, but you blanked this afternoon, Collie”, will come the familiar refrain. Don't worry, when someone else in our team blanks l let them know about it as well. We all have a good laugh. Laughter is good for the soul, the elixir that can lift one when you are down. In fly-fishing blanking is the maximum risk that you can be exposed to. Drowning may come a close second. As I prepare for each fly-fishing trip, I do so in the knowledge that there is a good chance that I may come away fishless a blank. In the final analysis it's not that bad a deal. For instance I will be in the company of good friends having a great time. I don't have to worry about the garden. I mean, is that a plus or what? On a more serious note I want to focus on our pre-occupation with failure and the risks associated with that fear. I got to thinking about the topic Saturday morning. I belong to an informal gathering of men known simply as The Men's Breakfast. We meet each Saturday morning to discuss essentially spiritual matters. It is multi-denominational and we don't fly a particular flag other than that we are Christians. The future is by and large an unknown. Yet we as a species spend most our waking hours contemplating our future. And all we have at any given point is now. The past is done and the future is yet to come. One of our members suggested that this fear of the future is as a result of our forced conditioning as children. Just think about it, we were given an elementary I.Q. test as kids and based on that it was decided for me that I was not going to be good at maths and relegated into the C class. Because of that call all those years ago I believe many people became poor at maths. Now the future is here and we are crying out for people with numerical skills. I appreciate that I am not an educator nor am I a psychologist and that I am venturing an opinion about a matter that I know very little about. So be it. We all want our kids to succeed and that at some point in their lives they will have to take up the cudgels and accept responsibility for their own existence. My case is about those formative years where we shape our kids futures. And those futures are our futures, collectively. I don't have all the answers. Those are the impressionable years where kids learn habits, good or bad from their immediate surroundings. But I have some feeling for the problem. I do listen to a few of my friends talk about their children and issues about education. Not every kid can be first in class, make the first whatever team or be the best debater. It's this pre-occupation about being the best that concerns me. Surely in the primary and secondary school system we can devise a model where every kid can get a chance to participate and be involved. Beyond that the kid must start fending for himself. My take on what is happening at present amounts to a convenient cop-out. Those kids that are brilliant at what they do probably require less time and effort to maintain and are very nice to have at school. It's a win-win situation all around. The situation doesn't require much energy. The teachers get praised for these wonder kids. The school does okay as well. There is the usual picture in the local press with the students in colours blazers. And the parent does all right not having to sit up with homework. What about those kids who won't make the local press? You know, the little guy at the back of the class who has thrown the towel in and doesn't put up his hand anymore. His or her future is unknown. Or is it? There is a very germane proverb that says that what goes around comes around. I believe that in many instances we condemn children to become non-performers by an outmoded and obsolete mindset. And that mindset is premised on the fear of the unknown. And that unknown is the future. We need to start taking a few risks in life. Is it too much to ask that the guy at the back of the class be given a break, a chance? Maybe he liberates not only himself, but those around him including his peers and his teachers. I recall a poem from my youth where the lines go: “The world, I am afraid, is a sham, For I am judged on my I.Q. instead of what I am.” Isn't it time that we started imagining our futures from a less secure perspective? Thomas Edison, the great inventor, was sent home one day with a note from his teacher with a comment that he (Edison) would not amount to anything. In an almost metaphorical sense our world would have remained a very dark place had Thomas Edison not persevered and invented the electric light. Nobody says (sings) it better than Bette Midler in The Rose: “It's the dream afraid of waking that never takes the chance”
Tight
lines for now. By Collin Hyman For thousands of years these Bushman engravings have languished under the harsh African sun, yet still they are as clear as the day they where painstakingly chipped into the rocks they adorn. It is not only generations of Bushmen that have left their mark on this magical, and magnetic, hill, but also Afrikaner ancestors traveling by have left engravings of dates that shine out of the rock after so long.
To have
a look at these ancient engravings for yourself, and to hear firsthand
the hair-raising legends of this mysterious area, call Petrus on 083 334
9767. In addition, through the course of the day some interesting video and slide shows will be presented, and the public will also be able to study historic maps and posters reflecting the topic of scale models. The Klerksdorp Museum and the artists would especially like to invite school learners of Matlosana to this exhibition, as this can be a hobby of immense educational value to any child.
The
public is invited to come and feast their eyes on the spectacular
display in the Educational Centre at the museum. No admission fees will
be charged and the artists will even be available to answer your
questions. Building scale modelers or even people that have never built
a scale model, but are interested in taking up a new hobby, are most
welcome to come and talk to these artists. The Old Mutual staff decided to treat the children at the Rethabile Children's Home to a special Christmas party on 17 November, where each of the 150 children received a present, which put a big smile on their little faces. Old Mutual staff all contributed presents or money which went towards buying each child his or her own present and the Christmas party was a great success.
Old
Mutual Brokers wish to thank everyone who helped in making this possible
and especially Lorraine Challens and Theresa Fourie who helped with
every aspect of the project from start to finish. Taking place on 24 November at the Mafikeng Civic Centre, Mafikeng's debut Jamming Sundays' event will take the form of a celebration of the life and music of South African jazz icon, Jonas Gwangwa as well as showcasing the inimitable music of master guitarist and songwriter, Selaelo Selota. Gwanga turned 70 this year, marking a milestone for one of the country's most prodigiously gifted and globally revered musicians who has spent more than 50 years performing, composing and recording. Joining Gwangwa on stage will be another internationally recognised jazz musician: Botswana-born jazz artist Socca Moruakgomo as well as Selota who has now become one of Jamming Sunday's ambassadors with a slate of performances at the events that have added to its stature. Deboch, an upcoming group from the Mmabana Cultural Centre in Mafikeng, will also take to the stage on November 24th, once again affirming the organiser's commitment to showcasing emerging talent on the South African jazz scene. Moruakgomo has released several critically-acclaimed albums including 'Kalahari' and 'What is Happening'. A karate expert, Moruakgomo has also collaborated with the likes of Hugh Masekela, and late bassist Sipho Gumede. Moruakgomo is a regular at international jazz festivals and his debut performance at Jamming Sundays in Mafkeng is likely to be a highlight of 2007. Says Jamming Sundays organizer, Derryl Langa, “Jamming Sundays was created as a way to bring quality South African music to patrons who appreciate beautifully crafted and played sounds and there are few artists who embody this as well as Bra Jonas. “It's astonishing to think that he is still such a vibrant performer at 70, more than half a century after he first picked up an instrument. We are honoured to be able to help celebrate his 70th birth year in Mafikeng and are doubly thrilled that he will be joined on stage by a world-class talent like Moruakgomo. What's more Selaelo has now become a real “face” of Jamming Sundays and his presence in Mafikeng is a real plus for the audience.” With a line-up that features Gwangwa, Selota and Moruakgomo many fans are expected to travel to Mafikeng to be in the audience for this remarkable music gathering. To facilitate this, all Jamming Sunday's patrons will be given special rates at the Protea Hotel in Mafikeng, if they book through the Jamming Sunday's office.
Jamming
Sundays' Mafikeng event is supported by the Mafikeng Local Municipality
and Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality, as part of their broader
commitment to cementing Mafikeng's status as a hotbed of musical talent
and activity. Doors open at 3pm and once the live performances are over,
DJs will keep the party going long into the night.
Tuition
at the Le Danze School. These pretty girls range from 3 to 6 years old
and all did very well in their first Prima Pointé Evaluations. 16 Days of Activism marks activities around the world to end gender violence. The 16 Day campaign has been used to create a global movement to raise awareness, to address policy and legal issues, to campaign for the protection of survivors of violence and to call for the elimination of all forms of gender violence. The theme for 2007 is “Demanding Implementation, Challenging Obstacles: End Violence Against Women!” The 25th of November, the day that marks the start of the campaign, was declared International Day Against Violence Against Women at the first Feminist Encuentro for Latin America and the Caribbean held in Bogota, Colombia in 1981.This day was chosen to commemorate the death of the Mirabal sisters in 1960 by the dictatorship of Rafael Trujillo in the Dominican Republic. The day was officially recognised by the United Nations in 1999 as the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. The 16 Days Campaign runs until 10 December and includes many important dates, including 25 November: International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women, 1 December: World AIDS Day, 3 December: International Day for People living with Disabilities and 10 December: International Human Rights Day.
During
the 16 days of the campaign white ribbons are used to symbolize support
and to create awareness about the campaign. Individuals can make their
own ribbons, corporate partners can provide their employees with
ribbons, and even buildings have been adorned with huge white ribbons in
past campaigns. The ribbons symbolize the commitment of the wearer to
never commit or condone violence against women and children, and to
speak out about violence where they see it. Lets all get involved to end
violence against women and children! The theme for the month is “Renewing our Pledge: Decent Work for Persons with Disabilities.” The last two weeks of the Focus Month will coincide with the launch of the International 16 Days of Activism of no violence against women and children. This is a period which will provide an opportunity for all to evaluate the extent to which government has moved in integrating and mainstreaming disability across government programs. Furthermore, efforts by government will be intensified in educating the public and make them aware of what government is doing and has achieved in providing a better life for all, including persons with disabilities.
A number
of activities will be held throughout the province which will all
culminate in a big celebration on 3 December in Itsoseng, led by Premier
Edna Molewa. 3 December is the International Day for Disabled Persons. HIV is a virus and it causes Aids. It is dangerous because there is no cure for it. When the HIV virus is in the body it attacks the immune system. Our immune system is very important because it protects our bodies by fighting off germs and infections. After a long time HIV makes the immune system very weak, so this means that the body can no longer fight sickness. This is when we say that the person has Aids. Many people with Aids cannot fight sickness such as diarrhea, pneumonia and TB. When these sicknesses attack the body they die. Some misconceptions about HIV and Aids: You cannot tell by looking at a person if they have the HIV virus. They can only know for sure if they have had an HIV test. Many young people think that they will not get the virus. This is not true, as anybody can get the virus. Young or old, black or white. Aids does not discriminate. Young people need to be educated about condoms, sex, sexually transmitted infections, pregnancy and HIV. People believe they are safe as long as you have only one partner at a time or are married. This is not true. If your partner is HIV positive, you can get infected with the HIV virus every time you have unprotected sex. Some people believe you can't treat people with HIV or aids. This is not true, although Aids cannot be cured, good medical care can keep people well for a long time. Many illnesses you get when you are HIV positive can be prevented or cured. Anti HIV medicines (anti-retrovirals) can help slow down the disease for many years. Some traditional healers, like sangomas, say they have a cure for aids, but this is not true. These people may be able to cure some of the infections that people get, but as far as we know nobody has found a cure for aids Some people think that HIV and aids can be spread in food and water, from toilet seats, showers, baths and pools or from mosquitoes. They think that just by touching a person who is HIV positive can give you HIV and Aids. This is not true. HIV can only spread through unprotected sex and through blood. It can also spread from mother to child during pregnancy and breast feeding.
Please
be aware of these facts and take care of yourself and your family. For
further information contact Lizelle or Charmaine at 012 365 3497 or 012
365 3257.
Photo
below: Johan Smit of Infoworks, and Chairman of the Wesvaal Chamber of
Business, relaxes with Rudi Oosthuizen of Minuteman Press in
Potchefstroom. "We have been conducting investigations on various farms and the first suspect was arrested in July. The rest were arrested between July and now," she said.
The men,
aged between 25 and 28, allegedly committed crimes in Geluk,
Kleinfontein, Rooikoppies and De Kroon farms. They are facing charges of
attempted murder and house robberies. Kgwadi said seven farm attacks
were reported in the area in the past three weeks. – Sapa A massive wind and electrical storm destroyed the Eskom overhead power lines leading to number five shaft of Buffelsfontein Gold Mine, near Stilfontein around 3pm on Friday. "Twenty-seven workers were in the cage at the time," said Simmer and Jack Mines chief operating officer, Deon van der Mescht,
"Fortunately, we did not lose communications, and we were in constant
contact with the men in the cage as well as the men on 26 and 28 Level,
to let them know what had occurred and to reassure them that they were
in no danger. There are no fatalities or injuries and we were able to
keep the men informed throughout," he said. Power was restored by 7pm. –
Sapa For those who have forgotten the sweetness of the Mulberry, now is the best time to remind yourself of those summer days climbing trees: Mulberries are in season from now until Christmas and while eating mulberries straight off the tree is best, there are many recipes available to take full advantage of the season. Did you know that the Mulberry has been cultivated and used for around 5,000 years? Over the centuries, there have been over a hundred varieties and many hundreds more local sub-varieties. Because of its diversity, you can find a mulberry tree in almost any altitude and climate in the world. For thousands of years, mulberry trees have been cultivated for silk production because silk worms are fed on Mulberry leaves. But not only is it good for the worms, but scientists have started to pay great attention to the medicinal and nutritional qualities of mulberry plants. Indigenous medicinal practitioners, for centuries, have used different parts of the Mulberry tree for treating diseases and symptoms such as high-blood pressure, high blood cholesterol, diabetes, constipation, colds, anemia and many more ailments. Scientific researches have confirmed these healing qualities of Mulberry plant. And what's better than a guilt free smoothie on a hot summer's day? Try this recipe next time you pass under your Mulberry tree: 2 Bananas A handful or two of freshly frozen Mulberries 4 sprigs fresh mint for garnish Ice or ice cream Put the bananas and frozen Mulberries into a food processor and liquidise for 2-3 minutes until the fruit has been pureed. Pour into glasses, garnish with the mint sprigs and serve. And just 40 calories per serving! This dish is also low in cholesterol and high in fibre. Mulberries are also good in baked puddings and cakes or served fresh with custard or cream.
Or even
easier: next time you're sitting leisurely under a mulberry tree, take a
bowl of ice-cream with you and wait for the mulberry fruits to fall in
your bowl, it's good for your health! final sound mixes. "The movie is looking beautiful and we are very happy with the quality of the scenes we have shot," said producer Frans Cronje. The movie was shot in different cities and towns on three continents Africa, the UK and India. Giving an overview of the film Hansie thus far, Cronjé said: "Aspects of the film have gone exceptionally well. We are very proud that Hansie has been a landmark movie in South Africa for its innovative use of technology". A camera called The Phantom and a technologically advanced computer programme called Massive were used during the making of the movie. The Phantom is a highly specialised digital camera used to produce extremely detailed slow motion shots. There are only 10 in the world and it's the first time that this particular camera has been used on a film set in Africa, said Cronjé. Massive was first used and designed for Lord of the Rings and has not been used in a South African feature film before. "With the computer programme Massive a crowd of 500 extras can be expanded into a stadium of 33 000 cheering people". Marketing manager Peter Morgan said: "We were very warmly received in India. Hansie is still very much a loved public figure there. The publicity alone while the cast and crew were shooting in India shows the extent of the public's affection." Making the movie, however, was never all plain sailing, said Morgan. There had been challenges. "One of those was getting the camera into India. It took a long time to clear the camera through customs. In fact the crew had to rent a camera for the first day of shooting there." Line producer Kirstin Barwise said: "We would never have cleared the camera through customs without our Indian production company's assistance. Both the UK and the Indian production companies have been great to work with."
The movie should be released in September
next year. -IOL Statistics show that crime has dropped since the installation of the cameras. In January 2006, 593 criminal incidents were reported, and by January 2007 only 336 incidents were reported. In September 2006, 96 traffic offences were reported. In September 2007, only 40 traffic offences were committed. These are significant drops in criminal and traffic offences. The CCTV project is being funded by the District Municipality, to run in the Matlosana and Tlokwe local municipalities, and to ensure that the Southern District is the safest place to spend the festive season with friends and family. Potchefstroom and Klerksdorp are on a three year contract with Morubisi Technologies, valued at R8.4m.
Aside
from keeping shoppers safe, the cameras will address the challenge that
remains in townships, especially now that schools are closed. With the
beginning of school holidays and the prospect of long empty days ahead,
many youngsters turn to gangsterism and crime to stay entertained and to
feel part of a group. Kanana, Jouberton and Ikageng townships are
currently being considered as areas in which to extend the CCTV project
in order to keep a constant eye on, and curb, gangsterism in the
townships. Q: Does it ever get windy in South Africa? I have never seen it rain on TV, so how do the plants grow? (UK) A: We import all plants fully grown and then just sit around watching them die. Q: I want to walk from Durban to Cape Town - can I follow the railroad tracks? (Sweden) A: Sure, it's only two thousand kilometres. Take lots of water... Q: Is it safe to run around in the bushes in South Africa? (Sweden) A: So it's true what they say about Swedes. Q: Please send a list of all doctors in South Africa who can dispense rattlesnake serum. USA)
A:
Rattlesnakes live in America, which is where YOU come from. All South
African snakes are perfectly harmless, can be safely handled and make
good pets.
Laerskool Saamtrek
leerlingraad vir 2008 Tydens `n glinsterende funksie was dit eers die ou leerlingraad van 2007 wat deur die hoof, mnr. Willie van Rensburg, van hul pligte onthef is, waarna die nuwe leerlingraad hul eed afgelê het. Die nuwe hoofleiers is Deodat Kritzinger as hoofseun en Heinrich Voigt as onderhoofseun. Die nuwe hoofdogter is Igna Botha, met Daniella Ollewagen as onderhoofdogter. |
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