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2015 proved for many to be a grim year with many people thinking and feeling that they
do not get what they need and deserve. It was a tough year globally for governments,
political dispensations, the rich and the needy alike.
And me and you.
But now is the time to reflect and this scene at last weeks disastrous Executive Mayors
Marathon (see page 20) wshook Platinum Gazettes editor in his shoes with the inevitable question in his mind: what if we just try giving, even a little bit, instead of expecting
everything. Everybody can give, even if it is only a smile or a kind word.
The newspaper wishes to sincerely thank everybody, readers and advertisers, who
gave us more than we deserved during 2015, keeping in mind that the source of
everything is not human, but the love of God, because it is written For God so loved the
world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish
but have eternal life. (John 3:16 NIV). Believe it. It is true.
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DWARSRIVIER MINE
Innovative Leader in SMME Empowerment
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
5.
Radiators repairs.
Bucket and hydraulics repairs
Underground Cover drilling
Supply of filters for TMM machines
Underground roadway maintenance
Recently iden fied and sponsored a local
entrepreneur who specialises runs a small
internet caf and specializes in graphic
design as well as film/documentary making.
6. Various external co-opera ve have been
assisted with business registra ons
7. Appointed a Business Development service
provider to assist with the mentoring and
coaching local SMMEs
Above: Moremi Crea ons is a local Ngwaabe graphic design, internet caf and prin ng SMME
who received assistance from Dwarsrivier Mine.
Above: Baleseng is a mul purpose co-opera ve and provides belt cleaning services to
Dwarsrivier Mine.
Le and below:
Group of 17
provides cleaning services
to Dwarsrivier
Mine. They do
oce cleaning,
gardening, car
wash and the
cleaning of
TMM machines.
Below:
Above: Phu Tsoga Civil Contstruc on delivers ad-hoc construc on and has
Dwarsrivier
created 15
hosted SMME jobs.
workshops to
empower local
SMMEs.
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Government reacts
to violence:
The Sekhukhune District Municipality is disturbed by the recent violence that erupted
at the R555 road where 16 trucks, busses, and private vehicles have been torched on
Sunday the 6th December 2015. These acts are allegedly perpetrated by some residence from Ngwaabe, Phasha Mampuru and Tukakgomo areas as they continue to be
at logger-head with mining companies accusing them of not providing jobs and empowerment opportunities. Executive Mayor wishes to state on record that communities are
raising genuine concerns however acts of criminality are subject for the law enforcement
agencies and are deeply discouraged.
It is imperative to note that since January 2015, Executive Mayor has held engagements
with communities and stakeholders in a dialogue intended at making sure that the communities, mines and government find each other. The result of these engagements was
two meetings held with former DMR Minister Adv. Ngoako Ramatlhodi, mining communities, communities and government officials. And the intervention amongst others resulted
in the signing of what is referred to as Thaba Moshate Agreement where communities,
mines and government decided to form a Task Team which becomes the first point of call
when dealing with issues relating to mines and communities. The role of the Executive a
Mayor in this Task a Team is coordination and to provide support. And until lately when
splinter groups emerged within the task team, the situation was relatively calm and conducive for investment and empowerment of local communities
On allegations that the Executive Mayor is a stumbling block towards employment and
empowerment of local people, the statement made is deeply refuted because Executive
Mayor is responsible for 5 local municipalities and the district, 121 wards, 740 villages
and its people. He remains the champion of the National Development Plan and the
Freedom Charter, documents that are the geared towards dealing decisively with the triple challenge of poverty, unemployment and inequality. We believe that this are unfounded allegations based on uninformed political grandstanding and media attention. If they
are genuine let them be tested and proven even if it means using state agencies.
The District Municipality remains committed to the improvement of the living standard
of the 1,1 million people of Sekhukhune under the stewardship of Executive Mayor Cllr
Mogobo David Magabe. We will therefore resist any agenda by any political formations
which hides behind the genuine concerns of our people to perpetrate anarchy and score
cheap political points.
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able audit opinion are a reflection of our collective efforts as citizens in creating a District that
is a hub of progress, engagement, and most of
all, celebrated diversity.
May we hold hands as we continue to welcome more visitors into our District and prepare
to host more hallmark events in 2016 the 30th
Anniversary Year of the murder of Ntate Peter
Nchabeleng who was revered as the Lion of
the North and leader of United Democratic
Front (UDF).
While I highlight these forward-looking pronouncements and promises of a year ahead,
we need to soberly think of the road carnages
and loss of lives on our roads, and urge everyone to Arrive Alive. Lets make it our business
to save lives by observing the rules of the road
and take time to rest with our families.
NEWS
Christmas
wishes from
Tubatse SAPS
To everyone in the community of
Tubatse:
As the Station Commander of Tubatse
SAPS I really want to thank the support
we received from the community and
all the stakeholders since the beginning
of this year. We were hands on and
we made it through the support of our
community. While busy preparing for this
Festive Season, as the station of Tubatse we would like to urge our community
NOT TO DRINK AND DRIVE. And we
must ensure that we obey the traffic
laws at all times. The abuse of alcohol
can cause many criminal cases and
even shatter lives. As a result we would
also like to urge our community to drink
responsibly at all times.
We still want to share ideas with our
community in the next year. As the police
we already started increasing visibility
on our roads as well as in our policing
area and we will be operating on a daily
basis. We would also like to urge our
community to take care of their property at all times. We encourage them to
leave someone at home to take care
of everything while they are on holiday.
May God protect and save everyone.
Thanks.
Tubatse Police wishes everyone a merry
Christmas and a prosperous New Year.
Lt. Col. N.R. Malatji
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The completed road. (Photograph and article: ASA Metals).
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TB tesng at
Samancor ECM
One of the main values of Samancor ECM is Caring for our people. On 19
March 2015, Samancor, Eastern Chrome Mines in conjunc on with the Department of Health (Sekhukhune District) launched a TB Screening Campaign
which formed part of the Department of
Healths Na onal TB Campaign.
The ini a ve was rolled out at Doornbosch
Mine. Not only were the employees tested
for TB, but they also had access to test
their blood pressure, glucose levels and
HIV. During the visit the Department of
Health gave the employees guidance on
family planning and medical male circumcisions.
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AET graduaon
Samancor, Eastern Chrome Mines in partnership with Media Works held a graduation
ceremony in recognition of Adult Education
Training (AET) learners who successfully
passed various AET levels. The AET training
is offered by ECM to all full time employees,
contractors and community members who
are willing and eager to transform their
present educational circumstances by participating in Adult Education and Training.
There were 73 learners who completed
different levels and they were recognised
for their efforts. This was a highlight for the
learners and paves the way for them to
excel not only on an educational level, but
also in the work environment. The message
to all our employees is that hard work and
determination can take you to places where
you will be apply your skills and knowledge.
The following is a breakdown of the number of learners that passed on the different
levels: Level 1 = 19 learners; Level 2 = 24
learners; Level 3 = 22 learners; Level 4 =
8 learners.
The ECM management team was present
to witness the event and to show its appreciation towards learners commitment to the
programme.
The HR Manager, Mr. Pieter Brits congratulated and thanked learners for their
dedication. He was impressed about the
increase number of employees participating
in AET training. He actually appealed to the
graduates to become an ambassador for
AET and tell their fellow employees about
the benefits of attending. He continued
to encourage learners to keep up with a
good work i.e. doing something to better
themselves academically and to complete
AET level 4.He urged employees who do
not have grade 10 to join and participate in
AET training for their own benefit.
Media Works, the training provider was
represented by Mr. Bheki Masuku, the Sales
Executive Manager. Bheki thanked learners
and the company for their commitment to the
AET programme. He also congratulated the
Level 2 learners.
Level 4 learners.
Level 1 learners.
Level 3 learners.
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Proceeds of golf
day benefit kids
Helping with back to school
Te a m s w i t h
their decorated
cakes during
the planning
stages and
with the final
product.
From 25-27 May 2015 the supervisory level personnel of Samancor, Eastern Chrome Mines had the opportunity to meet
well-renowned motivational speaker Ian Thomas. The discussion
evolved around how employees can make the business a successby going back to nature.
Ian Thomas is a business graduate whos studied lions during
his 20 years as a game ranger in Africa. As one of the worlds top
motivational speakers, he uses that deep knowledge to transform
teams. A dynamic and inspiring presenter, Ian believes people,
and especially business people, can absorb and learn from the
animal kingdom. Sound business sense is interlaced with humour
and an ability to tell stories. The audience leave enthralled and
repeat the stories to friends and colleagues resulting in immense
take home business value
The lesson from lions to business is teams are successful because: Each individual member is skillful, powerful and
energetic; many of them have specialist skills. Total focus is on
clear-cut and often ambitious goals. Communication is vital and
is enhanced by intent listening and watching other pride members
for opportunities. Incentives motivate and reward success. Trust
is crucial; pride members are focused, skillful and cohesive. The
structure is flat. Strict selection ensures that there are no passengers. Training is intense, continuous and fun. Image enhances
function. Synergy the pride is more powerful than the sum of
the strengths of the individuals.
The unremitting application of these ten power points puts the
pride in a win-win situation: the pride and its members thrive.
After the Power of the Pride session, the audience was divided
into teams, for a cake decorating challenge. The challenge was to
decorate the cake in ways which resembles Samancor, Eastern
Chrome Mines values. Teams were vey creative and even the
men showed that they dont have to stand back when it comes
to the finer art.
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A time of giving
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Die Wildevy Manne het verlede Saterdag 2015 afgesluit met n braai by die
PLM 4x4 baan.
Willem Montgomery het almal vir
hul harde werk deur die jaar bedank.
Ook die manne se vroue en gesinne
is bedank vir hul geduld en ondersteuning. Gedurende 2015 is daar
ongeveer R135 000 ingesamel wat vir
liefdadigheid geskenk is.
Die Manne wens almal n gesende Kersfees en voorspoedige 2016
toe. Hulle sien uit om weer volgende
jaar saam te werk en n verskil te
maak.
Wildevy
manne hou
afsluiting
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An essential
Opel
Three head of dead cattle in and next to the road between Atok and Moroke after the herd
ran over the road, and our large English SUV was wrecked a couple of weeks ago. Written
off. We were unscathed. Very safe vehicle indeed.
Now the newspaper is looking for new wheels and approached the Corsa Essentia as
if it could possibly suit our requirements.
About five seconds after the car moved from Westvaal Steelpoorts premises, we knew
it was wishful thinking, because hard newspaper work is not what it is meant to do.
What it will really be perfect for is transporting an individual (albeit a very fussy one)
who wants a quality, peppy and roomy small performer, or a mom who wants to use it for
a taxi on the school run, or a small family with not too much baggage.
This is a solid car, with a smart dark interior, not too much bling and a three cylinder
999 cc displacement engine. And an all important turbo. It goes well, very well at speeds
far higher than the speed limit. And it gets there fast and surefooted. No rattles and
squaeks and road noise is quite under control.
The car is as solid as a rock on tar and through the twisties and very solid on gravel.
Three adults did the test run very comfortably and marveled at the good fit and finish of
the quality trim. The finish of the A-pillars looked a bit iffy at first, but will clean easily in
this evirons of ours, especially in dirty and dusty conditions.
The car carries a full sized spare wheel under a roomy boot and the back seats fold
down in a 60:40 configuration. But not completeley flat, making it a bit impractical (for
newspapers at least).
The Corsa Essentia is available from Westvaal Steelpoort with various option packs
with a base price of R187 400.
The claimed fuel economy of the three cylinder turbo machine seems to be exceptional (combined cycle: litres per 100 km) if you keep the car in the rather lame eco mode.
Much more attractive than our now dead V6 cylinder turbo diesel.
We were tempted: how about this car and an old run-down bakkie for the newspaper?
Comment from people we know Now you are pushing it!
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Win some,
lose some
Tubatse Masters played friendly games
agains Modikwa Platinum Mine soccer team
and Mokororwane FC in the last week.
On 5 December they faced Modikwa at
the Sekhukhune TVET college in Praktriseer.
This game ended 4-2 in favour of Modikwas
team. On 9 December they played at Riba
Cross against Mokororwane from Tukakgomo.
The finial score was 1-1.
(Photographs and information: Jerial Mvundlela)
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Tubatse Masters vs
Baroka Love & Peace
On Thursday
last week
Tubatse Masters played a
friendly match
against Baroka
Love & Peace
in Praktiseer.
The teams
were evenly
matched and
the game
ended 5-5.
(Photographs
& Information:
Jerial Mvundlela)
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DWARSRIVIER MINE
Dwarsrivier Marathon
Club athletes give it their
all at Mayors Marathon
Dwarsrivier Mines Marathon Club parcipated in the Eastern Limb Mines & Execuve Mayors Road Race on Saturday
5 December 2015.
Dwarsrivier Marathon Club has runners that are employees
at the mine, but also a large number comes from communies in the Southern Cluster (Ngwaabe, Steelpoort &
Burgersfort) of the Sekhukhune Area. The establishment of
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Marathon disgrace
The Eastern Limb Mines & Executive
Mayors Road-race for 2015 will go down in
history books as one of the worst organised
events in the province.
The event was riddled with problems of various sorts, some of which led to the cancellation of the 10km race.
The Eastern Limb Mines & Executive Mayors Road-race is now in its fifth year and has
become known as one of the richest races
on the athletics calendar. This means that
started.
A lack of marshals indicating the different
turning points of the race, almost no water
points and a lack of water during the race
were also gripes. Platinum Gazette spotted
community members helping themselves
to the energy drink sachets dropped off
along the road with nobody to hand it to the
athletes or keep it from being stolen by community members. Upon investigation it was
revealed that some of the water meant for
the athletes were held back by members of
the organising committee for a soccer event
during the afternoon.
Samancor ECM was a light in the tunnel with
the only professionally hosted water point
bringing a smile to the faces of tired runners
on the route to the finish.
With no marshals indicating the turning
points for 5km and 10km athletes ran more
than they should have. Some athletes were
already at the 15km or 8km mark without
having turned back to the finish when some
of our people reached them to pick them up,
said Mr Roelf Coetzee of LIMA (Limpopo
Athletics). The 10km race was cancelled and
no prizes awarded due to this.
Coetzee said: At 05:30 Ive asked the local
organising committee members if all the marshals, markers and water points are in place
along the route and theyve indicated that all
is well and we can proceed.
No emergency services were available on
the day. One 21,1km athlete fell and needed
medical attention for especially dehydration
after the lack of water on the route, but had
to cope with eventually being picked up by a
traffic police officer.
Medals were apparently ordered, but not
available on the day.