Sasol Institutional Capacity Building Programme Graduation

Community news

-

November 19, 2020

Sasol held a celebratory graduation ceremony for their Institutional Capacity Building Programme 2020 attendees

Secunda, Mpumalanga – Today, Sasol Secunda hosted a celebratory graduation ceremony, honouring the 2020 attendees who successfully completed the Institutional Capacity Building programme. The graduation ceremony was held at Sasol Secunda Club.

Sasol over the years has been building trust-based relationships especially, to uplift communities close to its operations. These relationships enabled Sasol to partner with various community structures and organisations to drive interventions that benefit their fence line communities

Rethabile Ddjibu giving a message of Support at the Sasol Institutional Capacity Building Graduation Ceremony 16 November 2020

For more than 30 years, Sasol has been investing in several projects within the Govan Mbeki Municipality (GMM). Through our partnership with the community and Department of Social Development (DSD) a need was identified for Non-Profit Organisations (NPO) to be capacity strengthened – hence the concept of Institutional Capacity Building. The partnership with the DSD so far has capacitated 86 NPOs in Govan Mbeki Municipality, with Early Childhood Development Centres being the main focus.

Lindiwe Dube, District Manager – Children and Families, Regional Manager – Department of Social Development giving the Key Note Address at the Sasol Institutional Capacity Building Graduation Ceremony 16 November 2020

In the past financial year (FY/20) Sasol Social Investment appointed Siyakhula Trust as the implementing partner for this programme. There were 10 NPOs from eMbalenhle that were identified to go through this intervention.

The programme included the following interventions:

Conducting organisational audits
Conducting an accredited board training
Conducting other relevant training interventions
Reviewing the NPO Constitutions
Ensuring NPO compliance with NPO Act
Obtaining SARS exemptions for PBO status for the NPOs,
Offering mentorship and organisational development support to the NPOs; and
Offering accredited certificates.

Cllr N Zuma, Speaker of Govan Mbeki Municipality giving a word of Appreciation at the Sasol Institutional Capacity Building Graduation Ceremony 16 November 2020

The training implementation was informed by the training to be offered which had specific outcomes and which also took into consideration the expectations of learners. The programme involved ensuring that participants develop practical workplace-based documents that they can and will use at their various NPOs. Participants who fully attended, compiled and submitted Portfolios of Evidence on the accredited training (board orientation) were awarded certificates of competency. For all other programmes not accredited, learners that attended and successfully completed the programme received certificates of attendance.

Thandi Hlophe, Regional Manager – Dept of Social Development giving a Vote of Thanks at the Sasol Institutional Capacity Building Graduation Ceremony 16 November 2020

“Sasol believes in the empowerment of societies, especially those around our operations. Having this celebratory graduation ceremony and handing over these certificates symbolises the ongoing progress of sustainable development in communities,” said Rethabile Ndjibu, Acting Head of Community Affairs: Sasol Energy Operations.

Sasol also handed over funding to Topy Foundation, the implementing partner of Orphans and Vulnerable Children Care and Support Programme.

Sasol Graduation programme — Rethabile Ndjibu Acting Head Community Affairs, Sarah du Toit, Topsy Foundation and Mpume Mdakane Acting Sasol Social Investment during the Funding handover to Topy Foundation, the implementing partner of Orphans and Vulnerable Children Care and Support Programme

The Orphans and Vulnerable Children Care and Support Programme was established in Grootvlei, Dipaleseng Municipality four (4) years ago to address Orphans and Vulnerable Children (OVCs). This programme has five child-centred components which provide the basic support to vulnerable children.

Also read: Sasol Mining (Pty) Ltd Notice, Public Participation

During the 2019/2020 financial year the following was achieved through this project:

27 ECD centres, with 2 000 learners were supported with educational resources such as books, toys and puzzles and medical intervention
More than 6 779 households were supported through the establishment of community gardens to create sustainable support,
Further support with counselling, documentations for social grant were facilitated, clothing, blankets and intensive parental capacity building foster parents

The programme is in collaboration with Department of Education, Department of Social Development, and other partners such as Dischem Foundation, Raymond Ackerman Foundation, Rise Against Hunger, and Zingaro etc.

Photo Caption1: Rethabile Ndjibu Acting Head Community Affairs, Sarah du Toit, Topsy Foundation and Mpume Mdakane Acting Sasol Social Investment during the Funding handover to Topy Foundation, the implementing partner of Orphans and Vulnerable Children Care and Support Programme

Let’s Get Festive! 5 Festive Engagement Rings

Ralph Jacobs

-

November 18, 2020

0

Let’s Get Festive! 5 Festive Engagement Rings

It’s almost December and if you’re not thinking it, we’ll say it; thank goodness this year is almost over!!! But why not end this year with a bang and a proposal with the most festive engagement ring you can think of! Everyone is feeling a bit down in the dumps after this nightmare of a year, and we’re not saying to randomly pop the question just because your girl or guy is down. However, if you were planning on asking him/her soon, why not make it a whole month of festivities and ask them in December?

Below we are going to give you five of the most festive inspired engagement rings to pop the December question with:

Sparkling Snowflake Engagement Ring

This ring is not as suited in South Africa’s summer holidays, but who knows, maybe your partner’s been dreaming of a snowy, white Christmas their whole life and this ring will just brighten their dreams and day even more! Luckily, the snowflake ring is rather subtle and nobody can tell it’s a snowflake right off the bat, it’s still a cute engagement ring for the girl that loves snow and winter.

The Christmas Coloured Engagement Ring

Naturally, a festive inspired ring had to somewhere include red and green colours. By using emeralds and rubies you can create the perfect Christmas engagement ring. Gemstone engagement rings are making big waves among brides today. Red rubies are one of the most popular stones alongside sapphires, but emeralds are great for a more “earthy” bride.

Emeralds and rubies are rarely paired together, but if you want a ring that truly embodies the colors of Christmas, use these gemstones and design your own colourful Christmas engagement ring!

Light a Christmas Candle Engagement Ring

For a more subtle festive engagement ring, why not opt for a marquise-shaped moissanite engagement ring. You can easily create a candle-shaped engagement ring with an elongated shape such a marquise cut or a thin pear-cut moissanite. Mimic the warm glow of fire with a rose gold engagement ring band.

Marquise shaped moissanite engagement ring by Ralph Jacobs

Go Green Wreath Greenery Engagement Ring

For full-on holiday magic, create an engagement ring inspired by a tree, a wreath, or boughs of holly. Emerald leaves celebrate the Christmas season, but also speak to seasons to come from spring to summer, back to winter, and so on for all the countless years you’ll spend together. This design also sparkles much more set with a Moissanite.

Bye Bye Holiday Blues Engagement Ring

Say goodbye to any chance of having a “Blue Christmas” this year with a breathtaking round cut engagement ring with blue moissanite stones in a halo setting. You can even up the ante and add a second halo pave to impress your lover this holiday.

This Post was first published on https://ralphjacobs.co.za/lets-get-festive-5-festive-engagement-rings/

GMM struggles with water supply amidst water restrictions

Uncategorized

Encee van Huyssteen

-

November 18, 2020

0

GMM struggles with water supply amidst water restrictions

Govan Mbeki Municipality (GMM) is facing an uphill battle in supplying water to all the residents within the municipality.

Water restrictions (throttling) have now been imposed by Rand Water due to the growing debt.

On previous occasions of similar actions, Bethal bore the brunt of such action. The effect is far more widespread now than before and residents all over GMM are now voicing their anger as the municipality scrambles to manage the water supply.

The average water consumption in South Africa figures vary but the average is more than 200 litre per person per day. Chapter 2 of the Constitution of South Africa provides that: “Everyone has the right to have access to sufficient food and water.”

Studies done by the CSIR in 2015 show that the average South African suburban family of 4 uses 300 litres per person per day. Read the full report HERE

EDC tanks say on their website that the average water consumption in South Africa is 233 litres per capita per day compared to a world average of 173.

So how much fluid does the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate need? The U.S. National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine determined that an adequate daily fluid intake is: About 15.5 cups (3.7 litres) of fluids a day for men. About 11.5 cups (2.7 litres) of fluids a day for women. Read the report HERE

GMM issued a formal statement in this regard

WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION WITHIN GOVAN MBEKI MUNICIPALITY

The Govan Mbeki Municipality would like to issue a formal statement regarding the continuous water disruptions within the municipality as a result of various causes, chief amongst the other causes is the Rand Water throttling as per their media statement issued on the 06th of November 2020 which confirms that a further 20% reduction was going to be implemented from the 09th of November 2020 as a result of the outstanding debt of R314 million, meaning therefore that water supply is at 60%.

This throttling has impacted negatively on the supply of water to the communities of Embalenhle, Leandra, Kinross, Evander, Secunda, Trichardt and Bethal/eMzinoni, high-level areas are largely affected by this throttling.

As part of intervention, a repayment proposal was submitted to Rand Water on the 24th of August 2020 which has since been declined. However, the GMM management met with Rand Water on the 12th of November 2020 wherein it was resolved that a follow up meeting will be held on the 19th of November 2020.

Over and above the water throttling is the matter of vandalism on various pump stations which worsen the situation as water cannot be pumped in and out of the water reservoirs.

Continuous updates on progress as well as all other interventions will be proactively made through both print and social media.

Also read: Water pressure reduction for GMM.

Let us take this opportunity to profusely apologize firstly for the late communication as well as the negative impact that this is having on the rendering of water as a basic service.

The Speaker of Council also addressed The Bulletin on Monday regarding the issue soliciting a lot of comments from our readers. Watch the statement HERE.

The Water Services Act, Act No. 108 of 1997, Government Gazette No. 18522, vol. 390, 19 – 12 – 1997 (WSA) emphasizes, however, that all spheres of government have a duty to ensure the efficient, equitable and sustainable provision of water supply and sanitation services and confers powers on, for instance, the national Minister responsible for water, to establish compulsory national standards relating to a variety of matters.

In 2001, the Minister published the envisaged compulsory national standards, including regulation 3 (b) on the minimum standard for “basic water supply” services, being the level of service required in order to support life and for purposes of personal hygiene. According to regulation 3 (b) “basic water supply services” constitutes a minimum quantity of potable water of 25 litres per person per day or 6 kl per household per month.

Sasol Mining (Pty) Ltd Notice, Public Participation

Community news

Encee van Huyssteen

-

November 17, 2020

0

Sasol Mining (Pty) Ltd Notice | Review of Social and Labour Plan and Public Participation

Notice is hereby given of a Public Participation Process as required in terms of the provisions of Clause 7.3 of the Implementation Guidelines for the Broad-Based SocioEconomic Empowerment Charter of the Mining and Minerals Industry, 2018 (Mining Charter 2018). This relates to the review of a Social and Labour Plan (SLP) every five years for the duration of a mining right.

Sasol Mining (Pty) Ltd is the holder of Mining Right No 128/2011 MR (Department of Mineral Resources and Energy (DMRE) reference number MP 30/5/1/2/2/138 MR) with the associated approved SLP in respect of the area referred to as the Secunda Complex, situated in the Govan Mbeki, Dipaleseng, Lekwa and eMalahleni Municipal areas. The Secunda Complex SLP has reached the end of the five-year cycle and has therefore been revised for purposes of submission to the DMRE for approval, once the Public Participation Process is completed.

Also read: Sasol’s 2030 Roadmap for Climate Change

In terms of the Public Participation Process the following topics will be dealt with:

An update on progress made with the implementation of the approved SLP;

Requirements for the review on an SLP; and

The review of the Secunda Complex SLP for the period 1 July 2020 to 30 June 2025.

In order to finalise the review of the Secunda Complex SLP and submission thereof to the DMRE for approval, it is necessary to obtain input from interested and affected parties. The SLP addresses issues pertaining to human resources development and local economic development, with the commitments in respect thereof for the next five year period.

Interested and affected parties are cordially invited to submit comments on the
proposed Secunda Complex SLP within 30 (thirty) days after the publication of this
notice.

The proposed Secunda Complex SLP can be viewed on the Sasol website https://www.sasol.com/mining-slp or at the following public libraries: Secunda, eMbalenhle, Bethal, eMzinoni, Kinross, Evander, Leandra, Lebohang, Balfour, Nthoroane, Grootvlei, Standerton, Sakhile and Kriel. The SLP is also available at the offices of Sasol Mining, Mining Rights and Properties, Uno Building, Paul Kruger Street, Trichardt.

Comments may be submitted to Sasol Mining in the comments register provided at each of the sites mentioned above. Comments may also be submitted electronically via e-mail at SecundaComplexSLPReview@sasol.com.

Virtual meetings can also be conducted on request. Register by sending an email to SecundaComplexSLPReview@sasol.com with your name and contact detail.
Registrations can also be done by phoning Andile Mbatha at 079 520 0817 or Ntombifuthi Macheke at 082 655 2202 and/or completing the public participation comments register at the applicable library.

For any additional information please send an email to:
SecundaComplexSLPReview@sasol.com or phone 079 520 0817 / 082 655 2202.

Laerskool Secunda, Leerlingraad vir 2021

Schools

Encee van Huyssteen

-

November 16, 2020

0

Laerskool Secunda het hulle nuwe leerlingraad vir 2021 aangewys.

Voor: Annika de Vries, Mielan Prinsloo, Marizette Strömbeck, Licha Scheepers, Chenè Oosthuizen, Natalie Maciel, Liane Smit, Chezelle Brand.

Middel: Lu-Mari du Plessis, Tiffaney Olckers, Jordan Jacobs, Ewald Rheeder, Gustav Botha, Arnold Swart, Fransiska van Dyk, Ruben Labuschagne

Agter: Caylin Bach, Chantell van Dyk, Jean Kruger, Fourie Fouchè, Eben Geldenhuys, Ruben Meister, HJ Hobkirk, Johan Kotzè

Suspect commits suicide after torching Wife and kids

Crime

Encee van Huyssteen

-

November 15, 2020

0

Suspect commits suicide after torching Wife and kids

MAN ALLEGEDLY HANGED HIMSELF AFTER TORCHING WIFE AND KIDS

NELSPRUIT – A woman is fighting for her life in hospital after she was allegedly torched together with her two daughters by her 43-year-old husband who was later found dead in what is alleged to be a suicide. The sad incident occurred at Zwelisha (Pienaar) outside Nelspruit.

According to the reports, in the evening of Tuesday, 10 November 2020, the man and his wife had a heated argument subsequent to which he poured petrol at their rented room, set it alight with the three inside. The man then went into hiding whilst neighbours came to the rescue of the victims and took them to the hospital for treatment with severe burn wounds.

Police were notified about the incident and upon arrival at the scene, a case was opened accordingly and they immediately launched a manhunt for the suspect.

Also read: Man steals firearm and shoots owner

Unfortunately, Karabo Shabangu as well as Nokubonga Shabangu, aged 09 and 11 succumbed to their injuries in hospital last week on Thursday and Friday respectively. After news broke of their untimely death, the man was found on Friday hanging under a tree next to his parent’s house. The police and the medical personnel were informed about the matter and upon arrival at the scene, the man was certified dead.

Police are investigating two counts of murder, attempted murder, arson as well as an inquest.

The police management in Mpumalanga has strongly condemned the incident and made a clarion call for members of the public to seek assistance from social workers whenever they face challenges in their relationships rather than resorting to ending one’s life or that of their loved ones.

Visit the Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison HERE

Man steals firearm and shoots owner

Crime

Encee van Huyssteen

-

November 15, 2020

0

MAN EXPECTED TO APPEAR IN COURT AFTER ALLEGEDLY STEALING A FIREARM AND FATALLY SHOOTING ITS OWNER

NELSPRUIT – A 34-year man is expected to appear at the White River Magistrate’s Court tomorrow, Monday 16 November 2020, following his alleged involvement in a horrific scene in which he reportedly stole a firearm and fatally shot its owner yesterday. The incident occurred next to a fuel station in White River.

According to information, Andrew Thulare, aged 46 was driving together with his brother and they noticed this man in question hitch-hiking. They then gave him a lift as they were going in the same direction that he was travelling to. Unbeknown to them that the trip will end in a disaster. The driver is said to have hidden the firearm in his car but unfortunately, the man who was given a lift, saw where it was.

Also read: Forceful crimes on the rise in Secunda

Along the way, Thulare and his brother stopped for a break at a food restaurant next to the said fuel station and left the other man in the car. The man then allegedly stole the firearm and ran on foot. Thulare saw him running and he went inside his car only to realise that his firearm was gone. He then pursued the man who reportedly turned and shot him before abandoning the scene.

The security forces around the area of White River policing precinct gave chase and cornered the suspect. He was found in possession of the said firearm and ammunition.

The police as well as the paramedics were notified about the incident and upon arrival, Thulare was certified dead at the scene. A case of murder was opened with unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition as well as theft of a firearm as additional charges laid against the suspect.

The police management has since condemned the murder and applauded the security forces for their swift reaction which resulted in the man’s arrest.

4 Ocean Lover Inspired Engagement Rings

Ralph Jacobs

-

November 15, 2020

0

We have done an article on nature-inspired engagement rings previously, read all about it here. We loved our nature-inspired engagement rings, but that was a very broad category to work with. This article is going to focus on a specific aspect of nature, and something most people love dearly — the ocean.

The ocean is a remedy for relieving tension, stress, and anxiety. Scientists actually performed tests and studies to better understand why human beings love the ocean so much. Marine biologist Wallace J. Nichols believes that we all have a “blue mind that is a mildly meditative state characterized by calm, peacefulness, unity, and a sense of general happiness and satisfaction with life in the moment.” According to Wallace, this is triggered when we’re in or near water.

“Our brains are hardwired to react positively to water and that being near it can calm and connect us, increase innovation and insight, and even heal what’s broken”

Let’s dive into the four beautiful ocean-inspired engagement rings shall we. With both Diamond and Moishttps://www.evermore.co.za/sanites features

1. The Wave Engagement Ring

This is a very simplistic way of paying tribute and love to the ocean. This style of engagement ring doesn’t scream “I LOVE THE OCEAN!,” but everyone will be able to notice your love through the subtle waves in your engagement ring or wedding band.

2. Aquamarine Engagement Ring

Another subtle way to show your love for the waters, and were you aware that the aquamarine stone had powers. This stone has a huge emotional and spiritual impact, so if it is convenient to acquire it from somewhere that already has that kind of impact on you, that can be beneficial. This beautiful pale blue green aquamarine stone is said by ancient lore to be the treasure of the mermaids! The name aquamarine is derived from the Latin words: aqua, meaning “water,” and marina, meaning “of the sea.”

Aquamarine Moissanite Engagement Ring by Ralph Jacobs

3. Wave Engraved Engagement Ring

For another subtle way to pay honour to your second true love (naturally, your partner is the first) the ocean, why not get your engagement band engraved with waves. This is such a unique way to put your love for the ocean on display.

4. Mermaid Tail Engagement Ring

And lastly, for the not-so-subtle ocean lover we have the perfect engagement ring. Who ever said a the band of your engagement ring has to be plain…why not shape it like a mermaid’s tail? You can still opt for a classic colourless moissanite, but make your ocean inspired engagement ring POP with a mermaid’s tail band.

This Post was first published on https://ralphjacobs.co.za/4-ocean-lover-inspired-engagement-rings/

Secunda Reformed Church Morning Service 15 November 2020

Community news

Encee van Huyssteen

-

November 15, 2020

0

Welcome to the Secunda Reformed Church Morning Service, 15 November 2020

“Keys For Living A Remarkable Life” by Anton Knoetze

Secunda Reformed Church service 15 November 2020

Acts 15:36-39 King James Version

³⁶And some days after Paul said unto Barnabas, Let us go again and visit our brethren in every city where we have preached the word of the Lord, and see how they do.

³⁷And Barnabas determined to take with them John, whose surname was Mark.

³⁸But Paul thought not good to take him with them, who departed from them from Pamphylia, and went not with them to the work.

³⁹And the contention was so sharp between them, that they departed asunder one from the other: and so Barnabas took Mark, and sailed unto Cyprus;

Also read: Secunda Reformed Church Morning Service 1 November 2020

Kruik se Oggenddiens 15 November 2020

Community news

Encee van Huyssteen

-

November 15, 2020

0

Welkom by Kruik se oggenddiens 15 November 2020

Vanoggend se tema is: “Christus groter as die lewe”

Kruik se Oggenddiens 15 November 2020

Christus groter as die lewe. Hoe werk die lewe saam met ons geloof? Hoe kan ons die twee dinge nader aan mekaar bring?

Preeknotas + Besprekingsvrae: http://bible.com/events/47194020

Ons het ook ‘n Smallville Kinderkerk les vir jou beskikbaar op Smallville se Facebook blad of op Kruik Gemeente se Youtube kanaal.

Kyk ook: Kruik se Oggenddiens 8 November 2020

Maak ‘n finansiële bydrae op 2 verskillende maniere:

Gee Aanlyn – Kruik Gemeente, ABSA, Tjek, 632005, Rek nr: 1510140016
Gee deur Zapper App – vind ons QR code in die diens aankondigings.

Kontak ons gerus op Kruik Gemeente se Facebook Messenger en Whatsapp lyn (0721336130) of besoek ons webtuiste by: https://www.kruik.co.za/.

Ons sal graag met jou gesels.

Geniet die diens saam met ons!

“Songs” Glorious day – Passion 2017 Six Steps Records CCLI#573361

Immaneul U is hier – G Stander & J Stander 2020 Gustav Stander CCLI#573361

Here heilige Here – A van Rooyen & J Heystek 2016 Brettian Productions CCLI#573361