REHABILITATION IS A SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

“Rehabilitation of offenders is not the sole responsibility of the Department of Correctional Services; the society also has a major role to play in changing the lives of the inmates for the better.”

This was said by the Area Commissioner of Klerksdorp Correctional Services, Dineo Ratshikana, on the 9th August, at Brazil Stadium. The event was organised by joint community forums (Correctional Services and SAPS). In her opening remarks she paid tribute to both men and women who contributed to the struggle and the emancipation of women world-wide, particularly in South Africa. She further encouraged women to stand up and participate in projects that will improve the lives of their people.

Ratshikana informed members of the community that they have a "significant role" to play in the re- integration of inmates into the society. She said that the Department of Correctional Services has put rehabilitation at the centre of every activity and that this exercise would be futile without community involvement.

The Commissioner raised her concern about the increasing number of children in prison and said it is an indication that there is something wrong within the society which requires  urgent intervention.

”Children are future leaders and as parents, teachers and community leaders we have to invest in them.” It is therefore important for all stakeholders to protect our children from all evil.

“Offenders are members of society. These are our brothers, sisters, mothers, fathers and partners, irrespective of the time they spent in prison, they will still come back to their various communities," she said.

She indicated that rehabilitation programmes are being designed in such a way that they fit an individual offender, as well as the offending behaviour. She, once again, made a passionate plea, to the unemployed graduates to come and contribute to the development of inmates. The event was well attended by the local residents who were also entertained by choirs and cultural music groups. Those invited included Non Governmental Organisations like SANGALA, HIV/AIDS Support Groups and other Community based organisations.

Above:  The Area Commissioner of Klerksdorp Correctional Services addressing residents and stakeholders during an organised event by Correctional Services and SAPS Community Forums at Brazil Stadium in Jouberton.

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Buffelsdoorn to get multi-million rand shopping centre

Klerksdorp can look forward to a new multi-million rand shopping centre by April 2006.

The shopping centre know as “The Village” will be built at an estimated cost of R120 million and will be situated north of Buffelsdoorn Road and east of Austin Street.

Checkers, the anchor lessor in The Village, will occupy three thousand square metres of the double storey 18 000 square metre shopping complex.

There will be parking for more than a thousand shoppers and various new outlets will give a whole new meaning to the shopping experience.    

With this new regional shopping centre, Klerksdorp will become the most important business centre in the southern district of the North West province.

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Placecol en Elizabeth Arden bied lente-tee vir vroue aan.

Op 4 September kan vroue ‘n heerlike lente-tee by Villa Marie Gastehuis kom geniet. Die tee begin tien uur en sal duur tot twee uur. Kaarjies kos R120 per persoon en elke vrou sal ‘n geskenk van Placecol en Elizabeth Arden ontvang.

Lindie van Eeden, of beter bekend as Karin van Egoli sal as eregas optree. Daar sal ook ‘n demonstrasie wees van Placecol en die finaliste van Mej Wesvalia sal ook ‘n vertoning lewer. Vir meer besonderhede kontak vir Lizelle of Amanda by 018 462 6636.

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Attention all aspiring Umpires

The North West Cricket Umpires Association will be holding a course for all those interested.  This is a beginner’s course relevant for those who have no knowledge of umpiring and for those interested in umpiring socially or professionally. The North West Cricket Association is doing its’ best to bring cricket knowledge to all those interested.  It is advised that teachers/coaches in charge of sports, particularly cricket, participate in this course as it will enhance their knowledge of umpiring.  Children above the age of 14 are all welcome.   This course only takes place once a year. The information is as follows:

Course Name: Level 1 Umpiring Course

Venue:          North West Cricket Association

                   North West Cricket Stadium                     Potchefstroom

                   Supporters Lounge

Date:            28th August 2004

Time:            09:00am to 18:00pm

                   Lunch will be provided

Registration:  R 50.00

Dress code:   Casual

You will be provided with Cricket Law books that you can refer to every time you need to refresh or use during matches.  All surrounding towns are also welcome to take part.  Please forward your names to the following fax number: 018-294 5628 or you can phone the office on 018-2946666.  For further information or enquiries in this regard you may contact Mr. Deon Tesnaar on 082 559 2404.

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Not just one day

The theme for the World AIDS Campaign 2004 is . The year-long campaign, culminating in World AIDS Day on 1 December, seeks to accelerate the global response to HIV and AIDS through a focus on women and girls and preventing new infections, promoting equal access to treatment and mitigating the impact of AIDS. Lets all join in helping to prevent the spread of HIV and AIDS by not having unprotected sex. Don’t forget to wear your red ribbon on World AIDS Day on 1 December.

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