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Will Klerksdorp Be the Cleanest City 2005? By Lisa Rivett The City of Klerksdorp has been voted as the cleanest city in the North West province, and now aims to be the cleanest city in South Africa. A National Evaluation Panel met at City Council's Civic Chambers to listen to a presentation on how the Klerksdorp community is “keeping clean”. Executive Mayor J.C. Nxamakele, who stated that the municipality is committed to the Cleanest City campaign at all levels, opened the presentation. He feels we can do even better in the competition this year. The Mayor believes that this campaign assists residents in changing their behavior towards keeping a healthy environment. Klerksdorp's Municipal Manager T.Z. Mokhatla gave a brief overview of the Cleanest City campaign. He said that this competition was not about winning, but about promoting a safe and healthy environment that supports the well being of all members of the community. Mr.Mokhatla also stressed that not just one area, but all departments of City Council are working together as a team. He further stated that it was not only government, but private businesses are also supporting the Cleanest City ideal throughout the year. It is this winning combination that makes up the driving force behind the City of Klerksdorp's campaign. MEC of Community Services, Morakane Mokoena delivered the presentation on the Cleanest City Campaign to the Panel. She stated that the community as a whole must take responsible measures to ensure that everyone has a clean and safe environment. One way to do this is by all areas of government working together to promote awareness and education of environmental issues. She identified several challenges involved with the campaign such as improper budgets, waste management, pollution control, and poverty alleviation. Departments in the City Council are working together to deal with each of these challenges. In summation Ms.Mokoena said that education and awareness were key factors to success. She stated that we, “should be a proud and clean nation, and protect the environment for future generations.” After the presentation, the Panel took a tour through the KOSH community. They visited areas such as cemeteries, parks (developed and undeveloped), taxi ranks, sports facilities, public and private clinics, and landfill sites. Once they have evaluated all of the cities involved in the campaign, the winner will be announced on June 5th for World Environment Day. Everyone can help with this campaign and keep our city clean. Good luck Klerksdorp! Watch out Klerksdorp! South African entertainment sensation Nataniel will be performing for one night only on May 31st at Tusk Rio Casino's Barnyard Theatre. Tickets are R90 per person and include a glass of champagne. Contact Tusk Rio Casino at 018-469-9100 to book tickets. This show will be sold out so call now! Klerksdorp's own Nicola Habeck earned top honors at the South African Performing Arts Championships. The competition took place in Rustenburg, and Nicola was entered in the vocal and modeling categories. She was awarded medals in each event. Nicola did exceptionally well in the vocal competition coming home with 4 gold and 1 silver medal. In the modelling category she won 1 gold, 2 silver, and 2 bronze medals. Congratulations Nicola! 11 Year old Christelle Vermaak just returned from the South African championships for the Performing Arts. It was held in Rustenburg from the 25th of April until the 1st of May. She took part in the modeling and acting categories. In modelling she won 4 gold medals for: swim-wear, formal eveningwear, photogenic and spokes model. In the runway casual category she won a bronze medal. In acting she won a bronze medal in the “open” category. Christelle also received a trophy for the best S.A. junior model (11-15 years). She has been chosen for the official South African team that will be participating in the World Championships for Performing Arts in Los Angeles during August 2005. |
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