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CBD crime out of hand
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - People are call- ing for an intervention in the Klerks- dorp CBD with attacks by criminals on civilians becoming almost a daily occur- rence.
The situation has gotten so out of hand that senior municipal employees refuse to work in the CBD without a se- curity escort after one of their own was attacked and assaulted. An electrical engineer working on traffic lights was severely assaulted on the morning of October 15 on the corner of OR Tambo and Voortrekker Street. He asked not to be identified.
“I was working alone on trying to fix
the robot when one approached me trying to grab my cellphone. I slapped him and then a gang of about eight more piled on me, hitting and kicking me. I was cut with a knife and one of them had a stun baton that he used to subdue me.
“Then they went to town on me; kick- ing and kicking until they got tired,’’ he said.
What is worse is that nobody came to help. “It was early in the morning. Peo- ple were standing around looking at us.
I think they were also scared,’’ he said.
He suffered internal injuries and has since returned to work but is on light
duty due to injuries on his lower back.
“I refuse to work alone in the CBD and my colleagues support this. It is too dangerous. Something must be done because crime is getting out of hand,’’
he said.
The robots at the corner of OR Tam- bo and Voortrekker Street and the one on the Pagel Becker Bridge have since been fixed.
Sgt Amogelang Mabihi, police spokesperson, said pedestrians in the CBD are mainly robbed of cash and cellphones.
“Do not use your cellphone while walking in town as criminals will grab
it and disappear in the busy CBD,’’ she said.
“Even if you are not displaying your cellphone, they know you have one and will attack you just to get it, whether it is in your handbag or in your pocket,’’
an elderly man who was also a victim of crime in the CBD recently said.
He was tackled from behind while he and his wife were walking to visit Home Affairs.
The criminals were after his purse and cellphone in his pockets.
Lentswe was told that business fo- rums, the Matlosana Municipality, secu- rity firms and the police are in talks to see how they can secure the CBD. The Klerksdorp Community Policing Forum has erected posters in so-called crime hotspots, warning people of criminal activities but crime in the CBD is esca- lating.
Klerksdorp CBD is infested with criminals.
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Lentswe, Potchefstroom - The NWU announced the resignation of Prof Dan Kgwadi who has accepted the position of vice-chancellor of the Vaal Univer- sity of Technology.
Prof Kgwadi has played a crucial role in the transformation journey
and the success of the NWU.
During the NWU Council meeting in November 2019,
Council reappointed Prof Kgwadi for a second term
which would have come to an end in May 2024.
Prior to his appoint- ment as the principal
and vice-chancellor on April 1, 2014 for a six- year term, Prof Kgwa- di served as the first rector of the NWU Mahikeng Campus, a position he occupied since January 1, 2005, and made a significant contribution towards the
successful merger of the three NWU campuses.
Since his appointment as principal and vice-chancellor, he successfully guided the NWU through very chal- lenging times in the South African higher education sector. The visionary leadership displayed by Prof Kgwadi as vice-chancellor guided the NWU to achieve very important milestones, in- cluding the adoption of a new strategy, a restructuring process, and the imple- mentation of a repositioning strategy.
The university also maintained its position as one of the top universities in South Africa and internationally.
His support and decisive leadership, especially through the Covid-19 pan- demic, will always be appreciated.
As required by the employment contract, the notice period to be served by Prof Dan Kgwadi will be from No- vember 8 2021 until January 31 2022, while Council will commence with the process for the appointment of the principal and vice-chancellor.
Council seats fi lled
again
Klerksdorp Midweek, Klerksdorp - The ANC is still the ruling party in the City of Matlosana.
The IEC announced the results after the lo- cal government election on November 1. Even thought the ANC lost 6 seats in council the party are still filling the most seats (40).
The Freedom Front Plus was the biggest win- ner after Monday’s local government election.
The FF+ now has 7 seats compared to 4 before the election.
The EFF also has two more seats at 9 seats in council.
The DA did not lose any of their 16 seats nor did the F4SD (2 seats).
IRASA and Cope both lost their seats in council with the Patrio- tic Alliance getting two seats and the ACDP one seat.
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - SARS has urged individual non-provisional tax- payers to file their income tax returns on or before the deadline of Novem- ber 23.
The revenue collector warned that penalties would be levied on taxpay- ers who fail to submit their income tax returns by this deadline.
“Taxpayers must note that accord- ing to changes in legislation, SARS will levy penalties from December 1 where one or more returns are outstanding.
Before the change in the legislation, SARS could only levy penalties where
two or more returns were outstanding.
This older rule will remain in place for one more year for 2020 and earlier re- turns,” released SARS in a statement.
SARS Commissioner Edward Kieswetter said the filing of a tax return is a legal obligation for those taxpayers who are required to file and contributes towards a culture of volun- tary compliance.
“But beyond the legal requirement to file a return, taxpayers who do the right thing are enabling the govern- ment to meet the basic service needs of the poor and vulnerable by pro-
viding social grants and health care, amongst others,” he said.
He said SARS put in pla ce a number of upgraded digital channels that are available 24/7.
“This will help provide clarity and make it easy for taxpayers to meet the deadline without any difficulty. These channels are SARS eFiling, SARS Mo- biApp and SMS service. More details are available on the SARS website,” he said.
Provisional taxpayers have until January 31 2022 to fulfil all their filing obligations.
Tax deadline looms on November 23
Lentswe, Potchefstroom
announced the resignation of Prof Dan Kgwadi who has accepted the position of vice-chancellor of the Vaal Univer- sity of Technology.
Prof Kgwadi has played a crucial role in the transformation journey
and the success of the NWU.
During the NWU Council meeting in November 2019,
Council reappointed Prof Kgwadi for a second term
which would have come to an end in May 2024.
Prior to his appoint- ment as the principal
and vice-chancellor on April 1, 2014 for a six- year term, Prof Kgwa- di served as the first rector of the NWU Mahikeng Campus, a position he occupied since January 1, 2005, and made a significant
NWU vice-chancellor resigns
Prof Dan Kgwadi.
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Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The High Court of South Africa: North West Division acquitted former North West Finance, Economy and Enterprise Development MEC Wendy Nelson and former NW Health Department HOD, Andrew Le- kalakala, on fraud charges.
The state welcomes the judgement.
The NPA announced that they will launch a thorough study of the judge- ment. This process will afford the state time to make an informed decision to establish if there isn’t a need for further action.
The two were acquitted on a charge of fraud related to the appointment of Lekalakala to the position of Superin- tendent-General in the Department of Health, where Nelson was chairing the panel during the interview.
The state’s case was that Nelson had
knowledge of Lekalakala’s misrepresen- tation on the job application form (Z83) but went on to recommend him for this senior position to the then premier of the North West province, Supra Mahu- mapelo. The court however found them not guilty on this count.
Lentswe, Orkney - Two suspects, aged 30 and 40 were expected to appear in the Orkney Magistrates’ Court for unlawful possession of a
firearm and ammunition this week.
Their appearance was scheduled for Monday November 8.
According to Capt Aafje Botma, police spokesper- son, the pair were nabbed on Thursday November 4 by members of the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Illegal Mining Team, after being found in possession of a pistol, one maga-
zine, ammunition, three cellphones and a firearm holster.
“That was after members who were conducting crime combatting patrols in Kanana received infor- mation about apparent illegal possession of a firearm at a residential complex.
“One of the suspects was spotted during obser- vation throwing out a pis- tol through the window of the flat. Consequently, the pair were arrested after the above mentioned items were found in their possession.”
Woman stabbed,
arrested ex
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - A 37-year-old man was expected to appear in the Klerksdorp Magistrates’ Court this week for the alleged murder of his girl- friend, Sylvia Meimane (25).
His court appearance on Monday November 8 stems from his apprehen- sion on Thursday November 4.
“Police were summoned to Tshe- pong hospital where Meimane’s uncle informed them that his niece and her ex-boyfriend were in an argument at his home in Jouberton the previous night.
The ex-boyfriend allegedly stabbed her on her left arm with a knife and ran away,” said Capt Aafje Botma, police spokesperson.
“Meimane (25) was transported to hospital where she was certified death on arrival. Following an intensive in- vestigation, her ex was traced and ar- rested.”
The Provincial Commissioner, Lieu- tenant General Sello Kwena, con- demned the incident and once more urged couples to resolve their differ- ences peacefully rather than resorting to violence and to seek professional as- sistance from social workers and other professionals.
NPA to review case of fraud
Pair nabbed with pistol, ammo
LENTSWE • 5 FRIDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2021
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - While many people get their second Pfizer vaccine 42 days after their first one, as per Depart- ment of Health guidelines, a significant number of people are yet to return for their second jab.
1. If you receive a Pfizer vaccine, you will need two doses to get full protection
from severe illness and death. This is not unusual; other vaccines, such as those for measles and hepatitis, are also administered in two doses.
2. The first Pfizer dose primes your body’s immune system by introducing a small piece of genetic material (mRNA) into your muscle cells. This mRNA causes your cells to make copies of the spike protein, which is like the SARS- CoV-2, but is not harmful.
3. Having done its job, the mRNA breaks down in a couple of weeks. It doesn’t go anywhere near your own DNA (which is inside the walls of the nucleus of each cell).
4. Your body reacts to the spike pro- teins by producing antibodies, which give you some protection. While this happens, you may feel flu-like symp- toms.
5. The second dose activates other parts of your immune system - especial- ly T-cells, which ‘remember’ the spike protein and quickly bring in other cells to fight the virus if you get infected.
That is why if you are reinfec-
ted, you are likely to be only mildly ill.
6. You must get your second Pfizer dose about 42 days after your first dose.
If you miss your scheduled appoint- ment, go to a vaccination site near you as soon as possible.
7. Johnson & Johnson (J&J) has pro- duced a single-dose vaccine, although you may need a future booster dose.
The booster will increase protection and extend the duration of protection.
8. The scientific community is inves- tigating a mix-and-match booster shot strategy. This could see people recei- ving a different vaccine from their first or second jabs.
9. Both the Pfizer and J&J vaccines have been found to be safe. In the rare instances that people have serious reactions, these are quickly treated by
healthcare workers. The risk to you is thousands of times less than contracting Covid-19, and is the best way to protect you and those you love.
Vaccination enquires: Covid- 19 hotline on 0800 029 999.
Vooma vaccination voucher enquiries for over 60s: Shoprite helpline on 0800 010 709.
Vax facts: Why do I need
a second Pfi zer jab?
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - Eskom reduced load shedding to Stage 3 on Wednesday November 10 until Friday 05:00; thereafter Stage 2 load shedding will be implemented as previously communicated until 05:00 on Saturday November 13.
According to a statement by Eskom, emergency generation reserves have showed significant progress earlier the week, ensur- ing a shift from stage 4 to stage 3.
“It is necessary to continue with load shedding in order to fully replenish the emergency generation reserves,’’ the state- ment reads.
Total breakdowns currently amount to 12 709MW while planned maintenance is 6 164MW of capacity. “We remind customers that load shedding is implemented as a last resort to maintain the stability of the power system regardless of the stage of load shed- ding.
“Eskom would like to apologise for the in- convenience caused by the implementation of load shedding, and requests the public to continue reducing the usage of electricity in order to help us through the constraints.’’
The schedule until Saturday 05:00:
11/11/2021 Thursday
K1 Jouberton: 02:00-04:30 & 18:00-20:30 K2 Klerksdorp Main & K4 West: 10:00- 12:30 & 18:00-20:30
K3 Klerksdorp North & Gumtrees: 06:00- 08:30 & 14:00-16:30
K5 Orkney: 10:00-12:30 & 18:00-20:30 K9 Kanana: 02:00-04:30 & 18:00-20:30 K6 Stilfontein & Khuma: 06:00-08:30 &
14:00-16:30 & 22:00-00:30
K7 Hartbeesfontein & Tigane: 04:00- 06:30 & 12:00-14:30 & 20:00-22:30
12/11/2021 Friday
K1 Jouberton: 02:00-04:30 & 10:00-12:30 K2 Klerksdorp Main & K4 West: 02:00- 04:30
K3 Klerksdorp North & Gumtrees: 14:00- 16:30 & 22:00-00:30
K5 Orkney: 02:00-04:30
K9 Kanana: 02:00-04:30 & 10:00-12:30 K6 Stilfontein & Khuma: 22:00-00:30 K7 Hartbeesfontein & Tigane: 20:00- 22:30
13/11/2021 Saturday
K1 Jouberton: No Loadshedding
K2 Klerksdorp Main & K4 West: 00:00- 02:30
K3 Klerksdorp North & Gumtrees: No Loadshedding
K5 Orkney: 00:00-02:30 K9 Kanana: No Loadshedding K6 Stilfontein & Khuma: 04:00-05:00 K7 Hartbeesfontein & Tigane: 02:00- 04:30
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The City of Matlosana is fed-up with com- munity members in Jouberton who are refusing municipal em- ployees to do their work in the township.
Operational work has since stopped due to a conflict that erupted between members of the public and a particular Service Provider who is contracted to the municipality.
The Management of the mu- nicipality is currently interven- ing on the matter in order to restore order in Jouberton.
Ntswaki Makgetha, municipal
spokesperson, said the city is ap- pealing to residents of Jouberton to remain calm and patient as the matter is being resolved as swiftly as possible in order to continue service delivery in the area.
“The municipality pleads with the rest of the community to assist in bringing this matter to rest by not participating in any activity that hinders service delivery in the area. The mu- nicipality is strongly apologising for any inconvenience caused to the residents of Jouberton,’’ she said.
Lentswe Klerksdorp - Three peo- ple tested positive for Covid 19 in Klerksdorp on Monday November 8 with the total active cases in the city at 123.
Load shedding
schedule Service delivery disruptions in
Jouberton
Covid: More than 100 active cases in city
The Department of Health still urges all to adhere to pre- ventative measures of social distancing, sanitize, wear mask, and avoid crowded place and unneces- sary travel.
The total number
of confirmed Covid-19 cases in the North West Province is 150 755 with 145 799 people having recovered from the coronavirus with 96.7%
recovery rate and 4 209 deaths.
A total of 23 917 people tes- ted positive for Covid-19 in Mat- losana since the start of the pande- mic.The Province now has a total of 747 active cases. Matlosana has 123 active cases.
The vaccination drive is on track with 1 410 156 vaccines adminis- tered.
Dr Binu Luke was jabbed at Jade Square on Wednesday November 10.
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Dikitsiso
November 13: The Matlosana–Kosh SGB Forum invites all parents and educators who are members of the SGBs in your area to a meeting at Are-Fadimeng Secondary School. Time: 09:00. Agenda: Responsibilities of SGB. More info: KA Dipico, 082 685
2125.
The Pro.Jazz Indibano and Afro-Jazz and Soul’s PRO, Thabo Khechane, has a message for matriculants: We understand that 2021 was really a tough year due to Coronavirus and they had to stay away from school. We encourage them to stay focused
and also to vaccinate in large numbers and to always put their masks on.
Please take note that the deadline for Rest In Peace and DIKITSISO is 10:00 on Wednesday. No
late entries will be accepted!! R70 per entry.
Please take note that the deadline for Herbalists / Healers is 16:00 on Tuesday. No late entries will be accepted!!
Malekgoa Violet Mtetwa (36) of X664 Moab Street, Ext 2, Jouberton will be buried on November 14. The service will be held at home at 09:00.
Gaolese Mabankoe (46) of 3821 Ext 3, Alabama will be buried on November 13. The service will be held at home at
07:00.
Llasi Agnes Mhitshane (80) of X1449 Kaibe Street, Jouberton will be buried on November 13. The service will be held at
home at 07:00.
Vuyisile Johannes Finizayo (54) of X661 Msigala Street, Jouberton will be buried on November 13. The service will be held at home at 07:00.
Abram Kabelo Letimela (61) of X616 Moabi Street, Jouberton will be buried on
November 13. The service will be held at home at 07:00.
Martha Nanki Mokwena (84) of X268 Sakhene Street, Ext 2, Jouberton will be buried on November 13. The service will be held at home at 07:00.
Molafu Bop Mashilo (46) of 28282 Ext 24, Jouberton will
be buried on November 13.
The service will be held at Manzilpark Hall at 07:00.
Papi Makae (40) of 915 Matsie Street, Kanana will be laid to rest on November 14. The service will be held at home at
07:30.
Masello Diana Mogale (74) of 6023 Ext 10 Jouberton will be buried on November 13. The service will be held at home at
08:00.
Ikaneng Mahommed Mongale (34) of 16366 Ext 16, Jouberton will be buried on November 13. The service will be held at ho me at 07:00.
HOW TO GET YOUR VACCINE CERTIFICATE
STEP 1
Visit: https://vaccine.Certificate.Health.Gov.Za/
STEP 2
Select ‘GET MY VACCINE CERTIFICATE’.
STEP 3
Select your identity type from the drop-down menu:
RSA Identity Number, Passport Number or Asylum Seeker/Refugee Number.
STEP 5
Finally, enter your contact number to receive a one-time pin (OTP), after which you can download
the vaccine certificate in PDF format.
STEP 4
Enter your identity number, vaccination code, first name and surname. Your vaccination code would
have been SMSed to you after you received your second vaccine. Tick the box next to ‘I’m not a robot’
and select ‘next’.
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Lentswe, Klerksdorp - In commemoration of the end of the biggest and most costly war in terms of human lives that the world had ever seen up to that point, the Klerksdorp Museum annually hosts temporary exhibition commemorating the war.
The focus of the exhibition is specifically on the involvement of South Africans therein.
Until December 23, everyone is invited to view the exhibition from Mondays to Fridays from 10:00 to 16:00.
In 1918, on November 11, after more than 4 years of bitter fighting and at the cost of more than 18 million deaths and an additio- nal 23 million wounded, the guns at last fell silent, thus marking the end of what would soon be called the Great War or - as we know it today - the First World War or World War I.
Armistice Day is commemorated every year on this day to mark the armistice signed between the Allies (led by Britain) and the
Central Powers (led by Germany) at 11:00 on the 11th day of the 11th month (November) 1918. This memorable day would hence be immortalised in the English language by way of the well-known expression “the eleventh hour” referring to something that came just in time to avert a crisis. Across the world, wreaths made from stylised (and often real) red poppies adorn parades across the world, and the same red flowers also feature on the lapels of many thousands of people who ho- nour the dead at these wreath laying ceremo- nies.
As part of the Bri- tish Commonwealth, South African forces also fought with great distinction in the First World War.
Probably the most famous South Afri-
can engagement of the whole War was during the heroic defense of the Delvile Woods in France against a ferocious German attack. Of the 3 153 South African soldiers who entered the wood, only 780 left the Wood unharmed at the end of the Battle.
For more detail about the exhibition, or if you want to know more about the War in general or South African (and especially Black South African) involvement in the war, con- tact the Klerksdorp Museum Historian, Bert Gaffen, on 018 487 8908 or send email to [email protected]
Klerksdorp Museum hosts World War I exhibition
Part of the Temporary WWI Exhibition at Klerksdorp Museum.
1Nancy the springbok is the only animal in South African military history to be accorded full funeral honours and to be buried in an Allied war cemetery. This is the story of famous Springbok mascot of the 4th South African Infantry Regiment who died of pneumonia at Hermeton in Belgium during the severe winter of 1918 during World War I.
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Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The depart- ment of Human Settlements in the North West said it is pleased with the contribution the Rental Housing Tribu- nal is making within the rental sector.
According to a statement, the statu- tory body has successfully resolved conflicts between tenants and landlords across the North West province. The majority of cases dealt with are from areas such as Ngaka Modiri Molema and Bojanala Districts due to issues of migrant workers from various sectors or students of various institutions of higher learning.
Currently the tribunal is sitting in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District where
they have already resolved several cases lodged by either the landlord or tenants. In a recent case the tribunal found in favour of a landlord, after a tenant’s fiancé asked to get her key deposit back. The landlord argued that the complainant is not party to a lease agreement as a result he cannot account to the complainant as she is not rel- evant to the matter in terms of a Land- lord Tenant Relationship as prescribed in the Act.
The Tribunal sets out guidelines to be followed when parties enter into a rental agreement. The body is tasked to promote stability in the rental housing sector by resolving disputes that may
arise from time to time.
Issues such as house rules set out by landlords, receipts for rental payments, services cut-offs’ without a court order, withholding of tenants possessions, overcrowding and subletting, exploita- tive rents, service charges and damage to property are general conflicts that cause disputes between the landlords and tenants. Such challenges were mostly resolved through the Rental Housing Tribunal.
More information can be obtained from the North West Housing Tribunal offices at 018 388 5560/5529/5530 or send an email to [email protected]
Lend
him your
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - A local musician
ears
is setting the airwaves alight.
Lesego’s new album can be found on all streaming sites and is receiving airplay on all local stations, and he is receiving interest from abroad.
He was born in Jouberton, left the kasi for Joburg and even stayed in the Czech Republic.
“I have featured in a few movies, this includes What are the Chances directed by Chene Wessels,” he told Lentswe.
“I perform at mostly hip-hop clubs.
The last time I was on stage was at Cofi with Zahara in October. As I am upco- ming, I’m honestly taking any booking at the moment. My music is diverse - talking about love, God’s work and a bit or politics and economics.”
Contact him on 078 705 1134 if you would like to see him perform at your venue.
Lentswe, Jouberton - Jerry Griqua will hand out presents on his birthday.
He is the CEO of the Jerry Griqua Foundation, a community builder who does charity work on his birthday.
His birthday is on Sunday Novem- ber 14, but he’ll be visiting Emanuel Disability Centre on Friday November 12 to hand out some food parcels and teach the residents how to cook.
He will also bring a professional chef with him.
Rental housing tribunal making inroads
Birthday boy to hand out presents
Jerry Griqua.
Lesego.
LENTSWE • 11 FRIDAY, 12 NOVEMBER 2021
Lentswe, Orkney - A group of 85 alleged illegal miners, commonly known as ZamaZamas, abandoned their bail application at the Orkney Magistrate’s Court on Monday November 8.
National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) spokesperson in North West Henry Mamothame said their case was post- poned to December 1 for investigation.
“Their status verification was completed and they are all in the country without legal documents.
“They will not be applying for bail and they have termi- nated the services of Legal Aid. They are now represented by a private attorney,” he said.
They are facing charges of attempted murder, illegal possession of prohibited firearms and ammunition, illegal possession of gold, and theft and conspiracy to commit an offence.
Eighty-seven zama zamas were arrested on October 20, at Shaft 2 in Orkney, following an intelligence driven op- eration, by a multi-disciplinary team of law enforcement officers.
The group allegedly opened fire on the team of officers when they arrived at the shaft.
Six suspected illegal miners were gunned down and eight others were wounded when police returned fire.
From the eight suspects who were injured during the shootout, six have been discharged from hospital and two were still under police guard in hospital.
Hawks spokesperson Colonel Katlego Mogale said, dur- ing the arrest, two minibuses, illegal mining parapherna- lia, gold bearing material, 11 illegal firearms, and bags of food were seized.
In June, bodies of 20 suspected zama zamas were found wrapped in plastic, in various locations in Orkney.
The bodies had suffered severe body burns.
Illegal miners opt for jail
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Lentswe, Johannesburg - Kaizer Chiefs claimed the Soweto derby bragging rights after defeating Orlando Pirates 2-1 in a DStv Premiership clash at FNB Stadium over the weekend.
Keagan Dolly scored two goals - one a late, decisive penalty - either side of an equaliser from Linda Mntambo to see the Amakhosi rise to fifth place on 15 points. The Buccaneers drop to seventh on 14 points.
Pirates came the closest to an early goal when Fortune Makaringe’s at- tempted cross from the left of the pen- alty area clipped the top of the crossbar in the 16th minute, with the visitors putting together some good passing patterns – though Chiefs were a con- stant threat on the counter attack.
The Buccaneers continued to boss possession, but picking their way through the Amakhosi defence was hard work, with centre-backs Daniel Cardoso and Eric Mathoho keeping tabs on the runs of lone striker Kwame Peprah. Chiefs had a strong appeal for
a penalty turned down by referee Victor Hlungwani, with Njabulo Ngcobo’s shot in a crowded penalty area clearly stri- king the hand of Thulani Hlatshwayo just past the half-hour mark.
Neither side asserted any dominance through the remainder of the first half, with possession changing hands too often for any rhythm or spells of pressure to be generated, nor it was no surprise the score line was still blank at the break. Yet Pirates did have glimpses of goal either side of the break, with Makaringe miss- ing out just before half time, while Peprah hit a low shot across the face from a tight angle mere seconds after the restart.
Chiefs capitalised on a poor mis- take from Hlatshwayo and claimed the lead in the 49th minute. The Pi- rates captain tried a back-pass which only proved a perfect through ball for Khama Billiat to run onto, and he in turn teed up Keagan Dolly, who calmly stroked a shot beyond goal-
keeper Siyabonga Mpontshane for 1-0.
Bucs made four changes up to the 70th minute in an effort to shake things up, with Kabelo Dlamini, Bandile Shan- du, Terrence Dzvukamanja and Tshego- fatso Mabasa rising off the bench.
Yet the visiting team struggled to create any kind of genuine opening to
get themselves back into the game. In fact, Chiefs should have doubled their lead when Billiat sprinted in behind the defence on 81 minutes, but he was denied one-on-one by Mpontshane.
Pirates kept plugging away and struck back to level at 1-1 on 87 minutes:
Dlamini’s cross from the right saw Ma- basa head on target and be denied by goalkeeper Daniel Akpeyi, but Linda Mntambo latched onto the rebound and fired home. The match looked set to end in a draw but in injury time Pirates conceded a silly penalty when defender Olisah Ndah pulled down Billiat. Dolly took the spot kick and completed a brace to secure a 2-1 win for the Amakhosi... and gave them the derby bragging rights.
The teams will return to DStv Pre- miership action after the impending international break, with Pirates away to Golden Arrows on Saturday Novem- ber 20 and Chiefs visiting Maritzburg United the following day.
n Source: PSL.
