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Department of Basic Education Gearing Up for Phase V of Employment Initiative

5Apr

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Department of Basic Education Gearing Up for Phase V of Employment Initiative

The Department of Basic Education is preparing to launch Phase V of the Basic Education Employment Initiative (BEEI), a program aimed at creating job opportunities for young people across South Africa. This initiative, which started in 2020 as part of the Presidential Employment Stimulus, helps schools hire education and general school assistants. These positions provide valuable work experience for youth aged 18 to 35, while also supporting schools with much-needed help. Phase V is expected to open for applications soon, and thousands of young South Africans are encouraged to apply. Those selected will be placed in schools for a fixed period, where they will assist with teaching, administration, maintenance, and other school-related tasks. The department says the initiative not o...

MEC Violet Mathye Welcomes New Traffic Recruits in Limpopo

4Apr

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MEC Violet Mathye Welcomes New Traffic Recruits in Limpopo

In a ceremony held at Bolivia Lodge, MEC Violet Mathye, joined by Head of Department Steven Matjena and senior management, welcomed the newest additions to the traffic officer family in Limpopo. The fresh faces, who embarked on their journey with the Department on April 1, 2025, were urged to approach their duties with meticulous care and attention to detail. As they begin their vital role in ensuring safety and compliance on Limpopo's roads, the new recruits were reminded of the weight of their responsibility. They were encouraged to embody the highest standards of professionalism and integrity, upholding the values of the Department of Transport and Community Safety. MEC Violet Mathye, emphasized the importance of their role in maintaining road safety and promoting compliance. The ...

THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT INTERN APPEARS IN COURT FOR ALLEGED CORRUPTION

3Apr

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THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORT INTERN APPEARS IN COURT FOR ALLEGED CORRUPTION

A 28-year-old suspect, Lutendo Makgoka, an intern at the Department of Transport in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, appeared before the Thohoyandou Magistrate's Court on Thursday, 03 April 2025, on charges of corruption. His appearance follows his arrest in Thohoyandou on 02 April 2025, by the Provincial Anti-Corruption Unit in Limpopo. The case has been postponed to 17 April 2025 for a formal bail application. The arrest stems from a complaint received on 01 April 2025, alleging that an individual was soliciting money from victims under false pretenses, promising them employment as Traffic Officers. The suspect allegedly demanded R6,500 per person in exchange for securing a job. The matter was immediately reported to the Provincial Anti-Corruption Unit, and an inquiry docket was register...

Alleged Kidnapping Kingpin Arrested in Limpopo

3Apr

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Alleged Kidnapping Kingpin Arrested in Limpopo

A joint operation between the South African Police Service in Limpopo, Waterberg Flying Squad, Vision Security Company, and the Gauteng Provincial Organized Crime Unit led to the arrest of a 44-year-old suspect accused of kidnapping. The suspect, who escaped from Protea Magistrate's Court in Johannesburg, was arrested in the early hours of Thursday, April 3, 2025, in the Bela-Bela area under Waterberg District in Limpopo Province. The suspect was arrested following a warrant issued for his apprehension. He will appear before the Lenasia Magistrate's Court to face charges of escaping from lawful custody and kidnapping. Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, Provincial Commissioner of Police in Limpopo, praised the team for their swift action in arresting the suspect.

Philip Sentenced To Life Imprisonment For Raping 15-Year-Old Girl At Babanana Village

2Apr

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Philip Sentenced To Life Imprisonment For Raping 15-Year-Old Girl At Babanana Village

On Monday 31 March 2025, a 33 year-old male accused, Phillip Nkuna Ngomane was sentenced to life imprisonment by the Ritavi Magistrate court in connection with a rape of a 15 year-old female victim. It is reported that on 03 October 2016 at about 09:00, the victim was walking to her residence when she met the accused at Babanana village under Letsitele policing area. Phillip produced a firearm and dragged the victim to the nearby bushes. The victim was unexpectedly raped three times by the suspect who later fled the scene on foot. The victim went home to inform her family about the rape incident and it was immediately reported to the local police. A rape case was opened at the police station and later transferred to Tzaneen Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offenses ...