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PHUTHADITJHABA. – Thulasi-zwe Sithole of the South AfricanDemocratic Students Movement(Sadesmo) has taken over aspresident of the Student Repre-sentative Council (SRC) at theUniversity of the Free State’s,Qwaqwa Campus.This was after Sadesmo and

the Inkhatha Freedom Party(IFP) had aligned to emergevicto- rious during the recentSRC elections at the university.Sadesmo has replaced the ANC-aligned South African StudentsCongress (Sasco).

Sithole was inaugurated lastTuesday during the campus SRChand-over and establishmentsitting.According to Doctor Ndlanga-

mandla of the IndependentElectoral Commission (IEC),2 969 students had registered forthe election. He added that outof the 2 969 students who hadregistered to vote, only 1 583students casted their votes.He said they were pleased

with the behaviour of thestudents during the elections.“I am also humbled with the

support that we’ve got.“I can bravely say the 2014-’15

election was successful, butmore importantly, free and fair,”said Ndlangamandla.Motlogelwa Moema, the

former SRC president, hasadvised the new council thatthey should never allow thecriticism that could come theirway to distort the fact that theywere fit for office.“The only way to silence them

is to deliver on all that youhave promised,” he said.“Today is a day to celebrate.I believe in democracy and the

basis of that is: Let the will ofthe students be done.“At some institutions, you

have a two-structure system,consisting of only two individu-als, but here we have fivepolitical structures and all fiveof them contested this year,”said Moema.Sithole said he was very

proud of the outgoing SRC.“I want to warn the new SRC.

The road ahead is not smoothnor easy. However, I am veryoptimistic that we will reachour destination on time.“If we work together with

students as students, we will beable to transform this institu-tion into a better learningenvironment with less challeng-

es for learning,” he said.Other student movements that

took part in the elections were:Democratic Alliance StudentsMovement (Dasa), Pan Afri-canist Students Movement ofAzania (Pasma) and NationalStudents Movement (Nasmo).The new SRC council consists

of Sithole (president), ZethuMhlong (deputy president),Vukani Ntuli (secretary gener-al), Langelihle Zwane (politicsand transformation), NongceboQwabe (media and publicity)and Nondumiso Memela (studentdevelopment and environmentalaffairs).

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New SRC ready for dutySadesmo takes over the reigns from the long­serving Sasco

IN: Thulasizwe Si­thole of the SouthAfrican DemocraticStudents Move­ment (Sadesmo) isthe new StudentRepresentativeCouncil (SRC) presi­dent of the Universi­ty of the Free State’sQwaqwa Campus.

OUTGOING:MotlogelwaMoema of theSouth AfricanStudents Con­gress (Sasco),former StudentRepresentativeCouncil (SRC)president of theUniversity ofthe Free StateQwaqwa Cam­pus.Photos: Tladi Moloi

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} Festy Mfazwe andTrevor Mokeyane

WHAT part of the provinceare you visiting this Septem-ber? This is Tourism Monthand South Africans areencouraged to tour their owncountry.

World Tourism Day iscelebrated annually on 27September. This day is usedto also encourage SouthAfricans to travel the coun-try and get a better under-standing of the fun, afforda-ble and exciting attractionsavailable to them on theirown doorstep.

The South African themefor Tourism Month this yearis Tourism, Transforming Lives.

The theme highlights thepositive impact of tourism onordinary citizens throughproviding an economiccontribution, job creation intourism and poverty allevia-tion and its relation to theNational Development Planand growth of the destina-tion, investment in infrastruc-ture and the implications ofthis on domestic tourism andultimately the economy.

On Thursday, BarbaraThomson, deputy minister ofEnvironmental Affairs,handed over five holidayresorts to the Free StateDepartment of EconomicDevelopment, Tourism andEnvironmental Affairs(Detea).

The resorts are Sandveld(Hoopstad), Maria Moroka(Thaba Nchu), Sterkfontein(Harrismith), Tussen-die-Riviere (Bethulie), Seekoei-vlei (Memel) and WillemPretorius (Ventersburg).

It gave the department anopportunity to showcasewhat the Free State has tooffer in the tourism industry.

This hand-over contributessignificantly to the endea-vours of the province toimprove tourism offerings inthe Free State.

Despite the fact that allfive facilities were closedduring the refurbishment andrenovations last year, thedepartment managed toreceive 52 000 tourists at the

resorts in the Free State.The refurbishment andrenovations were aimed atensuring that these resortswere on the same standardas those in the privatesector.

Available statistics fromStatistics South Africafurther indicated that theFree State was the fifth mostvisited province. The depart-ment is now confident thatwith this addition it willexpand its reach in tourism.

The plan is to boost do-mestic tourism by attractingmore people to visit thesefacilities and enjoy what theFree State has to offer.

The Free State is endowedwith natural resources like

dams, rivers, mountains,scenic views and open skies.

The department believes itis its duty to expose peopleto hunting, camping, skiing,fishing and rock climbing.Also, government officialsmust not only visit theseplaces as part of their work.They must be encouraged tobring families and loved onesto enjoy the outdoor life ofthe Free State.

The question remains:What part of the provinceare you visiting in Septem-ber?) Mfazwe is an assistantdirector at the Detea andMokeyane is the manager ofGovernment Communicationin the Free State.

South Africa is tour-rific!South Africa is tour-rific!Tourism Monthkick­started

THE Sandveld Nature Reserve is situated on the banks of the Bloemhof Dam in the Vaal River, 30 km from Hoopstad and 10 km from the North-West town of Bloemhof. Thereserve is well-known for hosting F1-powerboat races and is also home to a large variety of wildlife such as springbok, kudu, gemsbok, buffalo, blue wildebeest and eland. Fromthe left are Galeboe Johannes, Lehlohonolo Polori, Bokang Motseki, Mosiga Seekoei and Vincent Tsabadira.

JACKIEOPPERMAN is looking for the familyof Rosina Moloi who was buried on 30 Au­gust. She says Moloi arrived in Mokopanein 1977. She told her that she had a soncalled Maria (14) who was living with hersister. Moloi passed away on 22 August.Moloi had been working for Opperman for10 years. Call Opperman on 015­418­2255.

THE Bethlehem po­lice appeal to Moke­mezulu MichaelMalakoane (36) whowas reported miss­ing to go home.They are requestingthe community toassist in findingMichael and gettinghim home. Anyonewho knows hiswhereabouts cancontact the Bethle­hem police on 058­307­5700.

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BETHLEHEM. – MphoPetrus Mofokeng (23), alsoknown as Motampa, fromMashaeng near Fouriesburghas been sentenced in theBethlehem High Court.This comes after the

Family Violence, ChildProtection and SexualOffences Unit received theresults of the DNA tests fromthe Pretoria SAPS laboratorywhich links him to allcharges – those of rape, aswell as that of robbery.The case was investigated

by Det. WO MalefetsaneMokone from Bethlehem.Motampa, who has been

found guilty of raping twoboys from Mashaeng, wassentenced to 100 years forraping and robbing the twoboys, aged 11 and 12, inJanuary 2012.Motampa met the two boys

on their way to a shop. Herobbed them of their moneyand took them to a dilapidat-ed house in the townshipwhere he raped each of them

twice.He was arrested the day

after the incident had beenreported to the police.In the police cells he

allegedly raped a fellowprisoner and a second inprison. Both prisonersopened cases, but could notbe reached after they weredeported to their country oforigin, Lesotho. Their caseswere withdrawn becausethey could not be found.Motampa was therefore

charged with four counts ofrape, as well as robbery. Hereceived 20 year’s imprison-ment effective for eachcount.“I want to congratulate the

members for the wonderfulwork and sending themessage to criminals thatany form of sexual offenceswill not be tolerated.“The perpetrators will be

punished,” says the FreeState provincial commission-er, Lt Gen. ThabetheMpembe.

Rapist gets 100 yrs

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MATLIBI RANKHETHOA who hails fromFicksburg urges women to stand up andchange the world. She says there are manyopportunities for women in South Africa,and that all they have to do, is to workhard. Rankhethoa is the owner ofRankhethoa Construction and says sheloves it. Even though she studied teachingshe says she loves the construction workmore than her real profession. Tladi Moloispoke with her.

Tell us about yourself.I was born in Teyateyaneng (Ty) in

Lesotho and I am the daughter of the lateMapalesa Phaila and ntate Phaila. Mymother was a teacher while my father wasa franchise manager. I married the laterPaul Matete Rankhethoa in 1991. We wereblessed with four children. My husbanddied in 2010 and two of our children, a boyand girl, in 2013.

How was it growing up in Ty?It was good. I spent most of my life in

boarding schools. I grew up in a businessfamily. My mother was a teacher and abusiness person. She sold various productsand inspired me. My father left her, but sheremained strong. We were seven at home,but we all attended school. She taught us alot about business.

Take us through your schooling.I started school at the St Gerald Primary

School, then attended the Holy Family HighSchool and St Monica’s. I attended theMaseru School of Accounting.

Where did you start working?I worked at the Water Branch, where I

worked with accounts. After that I taughtat the Pitseng High School from 1983 to1984. I taught typing and commerce butrealised I did not like teaching. I resignedand decided to do manual work.

And then . . .I went back to St Monica’s to study dress

making and design. After that I started mybusiness by making school uniforms,because people struggled to find uniforms.My husband and I bought a truck in 1986.Remember, I married into a business familywho deals in transport. We then boughtmore tipper trucks.The Lesotho Highlands Project started

and and we leased the trucks to the project.In 1995 I attended a Department of Roadsworkshop in Lesotho where they trainedcontractors.I learnt more about road construction and

have never looked back. We relocated toSouth Africa in 1997 and since then wehave built roads in Diyatalawa nearHarrismith and Ficksburg.

Did you study further?Yes, I went to Damelin where I studied

Project Management.

Why did you decide to come to SouthAfrica?Mapetla was too far and we wanted to

work in both countries. We also realisedthat there was an opportunity in roadconstruction and plant hire.I realised that people were focusing more

on taxis and not machinery. I am always onthe lookout for opportunities, wherever Igo, I open my eyes and if there is anopportunity, I grab it.

What challenges did you encounter inbusiness, especially construction?There weren’t many challenges because

we are in an industry that is not verycompetitive. It could be because not manypeople are interested in it.

What frustrates you within thebusiness?It used to be a white male dominated

business. They still dominate it but thereare opportunities for black people. We camehere as contractors but ultimately werealised that there was more in plant hirethan in construction. The one thing youhave to understand, is that everybody

wants to tender, and that is very competi-tive. You have to look for other opportuni-ties because tenders do not often come yourway. This is not an easy industry forwomen. You need to be committed andselfless. Most people fail because they wantmoney and they want it now. People shouldread and gain knowledge so they do notenter an industry they do not understand.

What message do you have for women?They should work hard. I walked miles to

be where I am. It was never an easy road.They should have passion for what they aredoing and be selfless. They should havediscipline and manage their time.

Matlibi tougherthan industry

MATLIBI RANKHETHOA, owner of Rankhethoa Construction, in one of her trucks.Photo: Tladi Moloi

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PHUTHADITJHABA. –Mamodupi Maria Motloung waschosen as the chairperson of theThabo Mofutsanyana District’sMunicipal Public AccountsCommittee (MPAC) during aspecial council meeting which washeld at the municipal chamberslast Thursday.Motloung follows in the footsteps

of Malefu Vilakazi who waselected as executive mayor of thedistrict municipality a few monthsago.Motloung was first a Member of

the Mayoral Committee (MMC) forthe Integrated Development Plan(IDP).Her name was withdrawn by the

then executive mayor so that shecould stand for chairperson.She was replaced by Gilbert

Mokotso who will now drive the

IDP.The Municipal Public Accounts

Committee (MPAC) was establishedin 2012 with the aim of performingan oversight function on behalf ofthe council in watching over howpublic funds were spent by themunicipality.It was also aimed at increasing

public awareness of the financialand performance issues of the

municipality and its entities.When it was launched the

following councillors were mem-bers: Vilakazi, Tefo Mosikili,Moeketsi Lebesa, Sello Nkopane,Tseki Tseki, Pinky Masiteng, JaneJacobs, Teboho Mkhwanazi, ThaboMota and Nnini Taylor.Motloung said she would work

hard for the growth of the munici-pality.She said she would make sure

she did not tackle new things andsaid she would start where theformer chairperson had ended.“The ANC has shown faith in

me and I’ll make sure that I don’tdisappoint them,” she said.

Motloung chairs MPAC

MAMODUPIMARIAMOTLOUNG isthe chairperson of the Thabo Mo­futsanyana District’s MunicipalPublic Accounts Committee(MPAC). Photo: Tladi Moloi

‘The ANC has shownfaith in me and I’ll

make sure that I don’tdisappoint them.’– Mamodupi Maria

Motloung

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} Nkareng Moloi

MOEDING. – “We don’t want anybodyelse, but we need Maine,” this was a songsung by the Presbyterian Church of Africa,Tsheseng Preaching Station, on Sunday asthey rejected a new reverend.

This was after they were tipped off thatthe church’s provincial structure (theGauteng/Free State Presbytery) was goingto assign a new reverend to their branch.Normally the services start at 11:00, but

on Sunday the fuming members of thechurch arrived from as early as 08:00 to

prevent the proceedings. They said theywere happy with their current reverend,Rev. Benjamin Maine.The Gauteng/Free State Presbytery

delegate had a two-hour long meeting withthe session’s council.On the other side the church members

kept singing. They sang songs like “Ha rebatle mang kapa mang, re batla Mainefeela”(We don’t need anybody else, butMaine only), and “Hamba, hamba Portiahamba” (Go, go, Portia, go).Portia Mgcoyi, Gauteng/Free State

Presbytery clerk, said they were disappoint-ed with how the congregation’s eldersresponded to this issue.“I feel they are making life difficult for

us. The reverend of their choice does notwant to work with them. He is heading twocongregations. The constitution of thechurch does not allow this. He thereforehad to choose between Kroonstad andQwaqwa and he chose Kroonstad. Theywant someone who doesn’t want them.“The Presbytery had to assign a minister

to this congregation, hence we brought Rev.Bongani Joka,” said Mgcoyi.“They know the procedures of rejecting a

reverend and this is not how it is done.And denying us chance to pray with themis another unhappy incident. Even thoughwe do not agree on certain things, we arestill members of the same church. So whydeny us a chance to pray?”Maribaneng Moeketsane, an elders’

council secretary, said he was glad thatthings did not get out of hand.“We can’t be lied to. They came here

knowing that we were not going to acceptthis reverend, yet they still came,” saidMoeketsane.“We have lost trust in the Gauteng/Free

State Presbytery because we have beencomplaining to them with letters, but theydo not respond or take our matter to theGeneral Assembly. The Presbytery isbiased.“We are going to write a letter to Rev.

Maine, because we do believe he canmanage two circuits like he did before. If itdoesn’t go well, we will be forced toapproach the general assembly, because weknow general assembly is not aware of oursituation,” he concluded.

Congregation rejects new reverend

STRIFE: Maribaneng Moeketsane (left) and Kholumo Moketsane escort Portia Mgcoyi, Presbytery clerk, to the car. Photo: Nkareng Moloi

STUDENTS at the University of the Free State’s (UFS) Qwaqwa Campus Post­graduationCertificate in Education (PGCE) held a cultural exhibition which formed part of their stud­ies. From the left are Joalane Hlongwane, Rethabile Mohlabane, Selloane Motaung andNkaiseng Thoabala.

FROM the left are the students Mathundwane Nhlapo, Morapedi Mokoena, NhlanhlaSetibe and Lesedi Radebe attending the recent University of the Free State (UFS) QwaqwaCampus Cultural Exhibition. Photos: Supplied

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SANPARKS has again opened its doorsfree of charge for day visitors.

This initiative started on 8 Septemberand will end on Friday (12 September) aspart of the annual South African NationalParks Week.

This campaign under the establishedtheme Know Your National Parks allowslocals with valid identity documents anopportunity to spend a day at a nationalpark of their choice free of charge.

This campaign is applicable to all thenational parks managed by SANParks. InLimpopo they are the MapungubweNational Park and World Heritage Siteabout 70 km outside Musina, the MarakeleNational Park outside Thabazimbi, theKruger National Park outside Nelspruitand in the Free State the Golden GateHighlands National Park which is just20 km from Clarens.

Reynold Thakhuli, the SANParks actinghead of communication, said the objectiveof the week was to cultivate a culture ofpride in all South Africans in theirrelationship with the country’s natural,cultural and historical heritage.

“When people start to take pride in thenational parks, then we believe that theywill start to understand the importance ofconservation,” he said.

The idea of a National Parks Focus Weekis a world-wide campaign and was con-ceived in South Africa in 2006 afterrealising that a vast majority of SouthAfricans were not accessing national parks.

The feature element of this campaign isthe free access granted to all South Africanday visitors carrying their official identitydocuments. Young people under the age of16 will be allowed free access without proofof identity.

It should be noted that the free access tothe parks does not include accommodationand any commercial activities in the parksuch as guided safaris in vehicles orguided walks.

“The survival of the South AfricanNational Parks system and our natural andcultural heritage lies in the people of SouthAfrica and we are focused on involvingyoung people and communities to cultivateknowledge of the importance of conserva-tion and an appreciation for the country’snatural heritage,” said Thakhuli.

He said they especially wanted the youngpeople to take advantage of this opportuni-ty because this heritage would be undertheir protection in the near future.

The annual South African National ParksWeek has been made possible with thesupport of FNB since its inception eightyears ago.

“FNB’s position is that the green agendacannot be separated from the social

upliftment agenda in South Africa.“Through our partnership with SAN-

Parks we are able to raise awareness onthe importance of environmental education.

“The survival of the SANParks systemand our natural and cultural heritage liesin its people,” said Hans Hillebrand, FNBchief executive officer (CEO) for NationalGovernment and Institutional Business.

The newest sponsor, Total South Africa,has stepped up to the plate to help SouthAfricans access these beautiful acres ofland across the country.

“Total South Africa’s partnership withSANParks provides Total with a vehiclethrough which we can carry out ourcommitment to preserving the naturalenvironment for future generations.

“We are also able to engage in extensiveenvironmental education that seeks toshare the wonders of the natural worldwith communities and children.

“We hope that the National Parks Weekwill help instill a culture of pride in ournatural heritage and a sense of responsibil-ity for its ongoing preservation in commu-nities,” said Pansy Mekwa, Total SouthAfrica general manager: strategy.

SANParks encourages all South Africans,especially educators and school groups, todiarise these dates and plan a visit to anational park nearby.

“The survival of the SANParks systemand our natural and cultural heritage liesin the people of South Africa,” Thakhuliconcluded.

Enjoy free access to national parks

THE Golden Gate Highlands National Park Hotel.

AS a child growing up before 1994, I had towitness stay-away action, consumerboycotts and protests.

The community joined in the struggle forfreedom, and protesting was a way ofshowing dissatisfaction with the apartheidgovernment.

As the first democratic elections ap-proached, the majority of South Africansbecame anxious, and the promise of abetter life for all awaited all South Afri-cans.

The elections came and went and SouthAfrica was on what I would call a politicalhoneymoon where our newly-elected leadersbecame demigods and life as we knew itchanged.

Now, 20 years into this honeymoon,cracks are starting to show and the sameprotests and community outcries arestarting to emerge. One might say these areisolated cases, yet the Auditor General’sreports yearly confirm the concerns of themajority regarding misappropriation offunds, wasteful and irregular expenditure.

The concern I have, is the manner inwhich these protest are carried out. It isone thing to keep voting for the sameleaders this month and then a month laterburn down state infrastructure and com-plain about service delivery.

I mean, you voted for them knowing thatservice delivery was an issue and yet youthink burning community halls, hospitals,clinics or innocent people’s cars will changethe situation.

I do not think it takes a rocket scientistto learn that the only way a protest isfruitful is when one uses the most powerfulprotest – which is to vote the incompetentleaders out of leadership. There is no timefor sentiment – accountability should be thedriving force behind voting otherwise weare just fooling ourselves.

Politics is not religion, it is about timeour people understand that the pasthappened and it has passed. What we needto do, is to decide on the future. Voting forthe past is futile and it will open a door forpolitical blackmail. We owe political partiesnothing; in fact, they owe us more andshould be bowing down to us.

Do we vote to create demigods or do wewant people who will serve us?

Make your voice heard

SOUTH AFRICA will look to rack up asecond victory in Group A of the 2015 AfricaCup of Nations qualifiers when they hostNigeria at the Cape Town Stadium today.

The “new era” under coach Ephraim“Shakes” Mashaba began in impressive styleon Friday night, with Bafana Bafanaclaiming a comprehensive 3-0 away win overSudan in their first qualifier.

However, Nigeria are likely to offer amuch sterner test. Not only are they thereigning Afcon champions after winning the2013 tournament on South African soil, butthey boast an imperious record againstBafana Bafana, with seven wins and justone defeat from nine matches.

Yet, Sibusiso Vilakazi, who scored twiceagainst Sudan on Friday evening for hisfirst national team goals, said South Africacould defy history and overcome thepowerful West Africans.

“We know our history against Nigeria butwe are determined to change all that.

History is always there to be rewritten and Iam confident that come Wednesday, we canmake South Africa proud,” said Vilakazi.

Captain and goalkeeper Senzo Meyiwasaid Bafana’s high levels of confidencemeant they would be tough opponents forNigeria, who surprisingly lost 3-2 at home toCongo Republic in their first qualifier.

“Yes, they say in soccer certain teamshave their hoodoo side but we are ready forthe Nigeria match. We are all determined tochange the course of history and everyonecannot wait for Wednesday,” he said.

“The fact that they lost to Congo has notaffected our preparations and determination;we are just concentrating on our task athand and that is to beat them in the CapeTown Stadium on Wednesday.”

Nigeria coach Stephen Keshi played downhis side’s loss to Congo in Calabar in theiropening qualifier and called on his country-men’s support ahead of their match againstBafana in the Mother City. – Kick.Off.com

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Expression of Interest (EOI)IDT/FS/EOI/14/1: FS IDT BUILDING PROGRAMMES

The Independent Development Trust (IDT) invites qualifying/eligible Exempted Micro Enterprise(EMEs) and Qualifying Small Enterprise (QSE) construction entities to express their interestin registering on the FS IDT database of General Building (GB) contractors to accesssub-contracting opportunities within the infrastructure programmes.Construction entities must be registered with the Construction Industry Development Board(CIDB) and be in possession of valid Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act(COIDA) certificates.Registration forms (IDT Supplier Questionnaire) are available at the IDT Free State RegionalOffice: PHG Building, 196 Nelson Mandela Drive, Brandwag, Bloemfontein, from 10 September2014.Completed supplier questionnaires with supporting documentation must be deposited inthe tender box at IDT Free State Regional Office, on or before the closing date and timeof 26 September 2014 at 10:00.Queries should be directed to e-mail: malehloan@idt.org.za or tel. (051) 411-6240

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REQUEST FOR PROPOSALSBid Number: FDC 05/2014/05

Supply and Install Smart Meters inFDC Properties at Thabo Mofutsanyana District

The Free State Development Corporation invites proposals from qualified andexperienced service providers to supply and install smart meters in FDC Propertiesat Thabo Mofutsanyana District.Compulsory briefing session: 12 September 2014 at 10:00 at 357 K, Clubview,Phuthaditjhaba.Closing date: 26 September 2014 at 12:00Bid Box: Free State Development Corporation, 33 Kellner Street, Westdene,BloemfonteinBid enquiries: Eugene Ntsane, tel. (051) 400-0800 or e-mail: eugene@fdc.co.zaAcceptable bids will be evaluated by using a system that awards points on thebasis of financial offer, functionality and preferences, as set out in the biddocument.This bid evaluation includes functionality which will be scored out of 100 andbidders must obtain a minimum of 60% to be considered for further evaluation.90/10 Preference Point Scoring SystemPrice = 90 pointsBEE = 10 pointsTotal = 100 pointsBid documents will be available from 10 September 2014.A non-refundable bid deposit of R500.00 is payable for each bid document andmust be paid into the FDC account as follows: Bank: ABSA; Branch Code: 630 734;Account No: 0102-100 1771; Reference No: 05/2014/05. Bidders are required toe-mail proof of deposit to FDC procurement@fdc.co.za We will also forward anelectronic copy of the bid document to respective bidders upon verification ofproof of deposit.Bids are to be completed in accordance with the conditions and bidrules contained in the bid documents and supporting documents mustbe sealed and addressed and placed in the bid box indicated abovebefore the closing time and date. All bids will be valid for 60 days asfrom the closing date.The lowest or any bid will not necessarily be accepted and the FDC reserves theright not to consider any bid not suitably endorsed or comprehensively completed,as well as the right to accept a bid as a whole or in part.The following information must be submitted together with the biddocument: • BEE Certificate • Company profile • Original valid Tax ClearanceCertificate.Bids will be opened at 12:00 on Friday, 26 September 2014 in public atFDC House, 33 Kellner Street, Bloemfontein. FDC reserves the right toreject any bid and all bids at any time.

THE Bethlehem athletes who took part in the Mandela Marathonlast Sunday in KwaZulu­Natal are from the left, front: MhlambeHlohliwe andTshehlaMotaung; back:MojalefaMotaung, StiveMo­taung, Ngaka Selepe, Kgotso Koao, Mbuselo Buthelezi, Mpho Mo­taung, Puseletso Motaung, Jan Nchonca and Mokete Miya. “Of allthe marathons we have taken part in, this was one of the toughestbecause of the hills,” said Miya.

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Proposed Development ofan Industrial Develop-ment Zone by the FreeState Development Cor-poration at Tshiame inthe MAP MunicipalityDETEA REF: No:EMS/15/14/19

Notice is hereby given interms of Section 24 of theNEMA (Act 107 of 1998):EIA Regulations 2010 GNR543 that an application hasbeen submitted to the FreeState Department of Envi-ronmental Affairs in Bloem-fontein to apply for Environ-mental Authorisation interms of GN R 545, Activity15.ACTIVITY: The physicalalteration of a combinedarea of approximately 1 000ha undeveloped land intoindustrial, light industrialand agri-processingsections.LOCATION: The proposedindustrial development zoneis situated on the farmRandfontein 1878, formingan oxbow around the currentTshiame industrial develop-ment, south of the N5National Road, at generalGPS coordinates28°17‘04.3"S and29°01'06.3"E.PUBLIC INFORMATION:Interested and affectedparties are hereby invited toregister within 14 days ofthis advertisement to thefollowing environmentalconsultancy:EnviroMatrixTom HugoPO Box 2580, Bethlehem9700. Cell: 082 070 0735Fax: 086 619 2136E-mail: tom@emtrix.co.zaPUBLIC MEETING/INFOR-MATION SESSIONA public meeting will be heldat 10:00 on 26 September2014 at the FDC Offices inTshiame. Information regar-ding the project and possibleenviromental issues will bediscussed. You are welcometo attend the meeting.

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BETHLEHEM. – The team of the BodikelaJunior Secondary School from Bohlokongnear Bethlehem in the Thabo Mofutsan-yane Region are the football stars of theFree State. They won provincially at theMcDonald’s u.14 Schools League Tourna-ment played at HTS Louis Botha inBloemfontein on Saturday.In the final match of the day, in which

these enthusiastic young players showedoff their exceptional football skills, the

team of the Bodikela Junior SecondarySchool dribbled, passed and scored theirway to a 1-0 win against the ThotagautaSecondary School.The team are understandably thrilled by

their achievements throughout the FreeState round of the league.So is their coach, Charles Molefe, who

has devoted himself to giving these futurefootball stars skills for life both on and offthe pitch.

From teaching the boys teamwork andthe importance of self-discipline – and ofcourse how to shoot and score – Molefe isproud of their achievements.“I have watched these children learn and

grow so much during the year and to seethem carry themselves so well on the pitchand to come out on top in their province isjust amazing. I can’t tell you how happy Iam,” he said.Sechaba Motsieloa, corporate affairs

director at McDonald’s South Africa, saidthe McDonald’s u.14 Schools Leaguereaches an incredible 54 400 children, whocome from both urban and rural regions,annually and offers them an equal opportu-nity to show off their talent and learn fromone another through a series of matchesand tournaments like this one.“We are proud to be part of paving the

way for some of South Africa’s futurefootball stars,” he said.

Bodikela top in Free StateCELEBRATION: The team of the Bodikela Junior Secondary School from Bohlokong near Bethlehem are the 2014 McDonald’s u.14 Schools League Tournament champions.

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