Lentswe, Kanana - The Independent Police Directorate is investigating the death of a 34-year old Kanana man who was allegedly assaulted by police officers stationed at Kanana SAPS. Falakhe Ntombela died in hospital. He was taken into custody on Sunday morning November 10. According to a friend who requested anonymity because he is afraid of the police, the police officers assaulted Ntombela for no reason.
Fundraiser winners
Uniting Reformed Church Schoonspruit presented a CWM fundraiser, at R50 per ticket. Winners could walk away with a kettle and mugs, iron and ironing board, electric frying pan, air fryer and a gas heater. The winners are Dr JA Sarmiento (first prize), Bontle Sehemo (second prize), Rosy Maputle (third prize), Lydia Toolo (fourth prize) and Nokwanda Jongilonga (fifth prize).
"Pitiki" at Community Hall
The Jouberton Community Hall was buzzing on Saturday November 9 with the “pitiki’’ event for women. Pitiki is where women encourage and advise each other with regards to challenges they face on a daily basis, for instance, work, children and family issues. They teach each other how to overcome those challenges. Another reason for the Pitiki is to remind women to go back to the roots where they used to pray for each other and comfort one another. The hosts, Sarah and Malefa Makhalemele thanked everyone who attended their events this year. The next event will be in March next year. For more information call Sarah at 079 178 5102.
Roads upgraded
Executive Mayor Fikile Mahlophe officially launched the resealing and patching of roads in Jouberton Ext 01, marking a significant step in improving the city’s infrastructure. According to Ntswaki Makgetha, municipal spokesperson, this initiative aims to address the issue of potholes and road conditions across the municipality, ensuring safer and smoother travel for residents.
Cancer awareness
The Mother’s Union of St Anne’s Anglican Church in Stilfontein celebrated cancer awareness, dressed in pink. The theme was “you can be a victim or survivor of cancer, that’s the mindset”. Seen are Mother Kay Sephai, Cobby Motshweneng, Kelebogile Selebogo, Delele Baase, Vera Malefane, Lorraine Femmers, Charlotte Melela, Maria Madie, Mpho Sawule, Veronica Mphetsheni and Pemla Moleme.