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Murderer sentenced to life imprisonment

Crime

Encee van Huyssteen

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November 12, 2020

POLICE MANAGEMENT ELATED OVER HEFTY SENTENCE HANDED DOWN TO MURDERER

NELSPRUIT – The police management in Mpumalanga are elated over a hefty sentence handed down by the Mpumalanga Division of the High Court sitting in Middelburg to a 29-year-old man who killed his ex-girlfriend as well as two little girls.

This unpalatable incident occurred at Grootvlei near Embalenhle in 2013 at which the murderer, Buti Simon Mduduzi Dlamini became violent after receiving news that the abusive relationship he had subjected his 19-year-old then-girlfriend, Xolisile Josephine Mokoena, has come to an end. He (Dlamini) did not accept the fact that their relationship was over but rather orchestrated an evil plan to pay revenge by wiping off her entire family. At the time, Xolisile was staying with her uncle at his house, together with her niece and her cousin.

Also read: Notorious Criminal Linked to series of violent crimes

The Court heard that on 05 October 2013, Dlamini bought petrol which he stored in a portable container and waited for Xolisile’s family to go to sleep. On that sad day, a neighbour who was a minor came to sleep over as she would occasionally do whenever her mom was working the night shift. He (Dlamini) then broke into the house at night, sprinkled petrol over his ex-girlfriend as well as over the two young girls (the niece and the neighbour) before setting them alight.

He then torched the whole house and fled the scene. The uncle, as well as the cousin, were woken up by smoke and flames that engulfed the house. They tried to rescue the three girls but Mbali Maria Mokoena, aged 14 and Mamokete Carolina Mofokeng, aged 11 could not make it, meanwhile, Xolisile was rescued, taken to Heidelberg hospital, later transferred to Chris Hani Baragwanath hospital where she, unfortunately, succumbed to her injuries.

The police were notified of the incident and a case was opened with three counts of murder, two attempted murder as well as arson. While conducting their investigation, police finally made a breakthrough when they sniffed Dlamini out of his hiding place and arrested him in September last year in the Free State Province. On 05 November 2020, Dlamini was convicted by the Court hence his sentencing yesterday.

He was sentenced as follows:

Count 01 – murder, life imprisonment.

Count 02 – murder, life imprisonment.

Count 03 – murder, also life imprisonment.

Count 04 – attempted murder, eight (08) years imprisonment.

Count 05 – attempted murder, eight (08) years imprisonment.

Count 06 – arson, five (05) years imprisonment.

The accused was also found to be unfit to possess a firearm. When handing down the sentence to the convicted murderer, Judge Thando Mankge indicated that Count 04, 05 and 06 will run concurrently with the three life sentences.

Visit the Mpumalanga Department: Community Safety, Security and Liaison website HERE

The leadership of the police in the province has welcomed the sentence, indicating that it will bring closure to the families of victims. They (management) also praised the hard work displayed by the team of Detectives, the Prosecution as well as the Judiciary for working as a collaborative on this matter.

DA retains ward with landslide victory.

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November 12, 2020

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The DA retained ward 30 in Govan Mbeki Municipality by increasing their winning margin to 95,8%.

Only three parties contested the November 11, by-election namely the DA, Anc and the EFF with the FF+ opting to put all their efforts into the by-election in Emalahleni.

Terry-Lee Kleynhans has now been elected as the new DA councillor representing ward 30 in GMM.

newly elected ward councillor — **Newly elected Ward Councilor Terry-Lee Kleynhans**

The results are as follow:

Hoërskool Secunda voting Station:

Democratic Alliance (DA) 389
African National Congress (ANC) 5
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) 0

Laerskool Kruinpark

Democratic Alliance (DA) 872
African National Congress (ANC) 43
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) 12

Total

Democratic Alliance (DA) 1261 (95,8)
African National Congress (ANC) 43 (3,3%)
Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) 12 (0.9%)

The Democratic Alliance also won the by-election in Emalahleni with 677 votes followed by the FF+ with 507 votes. The ANC managed 311 votes followed by the EFF at 107 and AFCO with 18 votes.

ANC — **Anc Candidate Boy Fanie Mabena**

In the Eastern Cape, the DA managed to win ward 11 in The Walter Sisulu Municipality. This ward was previously held by the ANC. Previous percentages is ANC 52,7% and the DA 32,7%. The DA now has 44,3% and the ANC 40,4% in the ward.

Also read: DA approaches Hawks on 106 investigation

The day started with good voter turnout at Laerskool Kruinpark but poor voter turnout at Hoërskool Secunda voting station. The total voter turnout for the day was very low with only 31% of the eligible voters casting their votes.

Ward 30 — **Low voter turnout during by-election**

The steady flow continued at Laerskool Kruinpark. Cold weather and rain could also have influenced the voter patterns.

“We would like to congratulate Terry-Lee on her election as a councillor to Govan Mbeki Municipality,” said Mariaan Chamberlain, Constituency Chairperson for GMM, “The DA put a lot of effort into this by-election to ensure that the residents of ward 30 get the best possible candidate for their ward.”

“We now have an extra voice in councill!” she concluded.

The by-elections were held under strict new COVID-19 protocols aimed at ensuring the safety of voters, election staff, party agents, observers and other stakeholders. These included implementing strict social distancing practices outside and inside voting stations along with the use of hand sanitisers as voters entered and exited the voting station.

Voters, election staff and all those entering the voting station were required to wear a mask at all times. Voters were also encouraged to bring their own pens to mark their ballot papers, although pens were provided and sanitized after each use.

Visit the Electoral Commission of South Africa HERE

The day was not without incident as the EFF tried to intimidate the DA into moving their party branding to make space for the EFF. This did not work as the DA stood their ground. The EFF had to be content with the space that was left.

Your Engagement Ring based on your Zodiac Sign

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November 12, 2020

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Your Engagement Ring based on your Zodiac Sign

We’ve said if before (in about every blog), and we’ll say it again – your engagement ring is a huge investment, so it’s important to find one that really feels like you. And while there’s no shortage of sparkly inspiration out there, it can be overwhelming to narrow down all of the gorgeous options available. In our search to find the perfect ring for you, we decided to turn to the cosmos to find the engagement ring that best fits you on the astrology chart. Your engagement ring horoscope awaits.

Ahead, you’ll find a few suggestions for the best engagement ring based on your zodiac sign. Let’s see which engagement ring is written in your stars:

Aquarius: January 20–February 18

Personality traits: Original, open minded, inviting, communicative, and fiercely independent.

Engagement ring: An Aquarius woman tends to always look toward the future, and have a one-of-a-kind personality. When it comes to your personal style, you like to push the limits of what’s normal and expected. With your highly original and exciting personality traits, why not fall in love with a coloured moissanite instead of the usual colourless.

ZODIAC — Engagement Ring by Ralph Jacobs

Pisces: February 19–March 20

Personality Traits: Wise, imaginative, compassionate, comforting, and spiritual.

Engagement Ring: Pisces are as deep and mysterious as the ocean, hiding a compassionate, sensitive, and emotional nature beneath the surface. A multifaceted diamond, like the Asscher cut, exemplifies those traits

Aries: March 21–April 19

Personality traits: Energetic, unstoppable, devoted, adventurous, and strong.

Engagement ring: As the trailblazer of the zodiac, you’re unafraid to make a bold statement where your personal style is concerned. The sideways princess-cut diamond surrounded by smaller cuts is the combination of refinement and edge that you crave.

Taurus: April 20–May 20

Personality traits: Patient, careful, romantic, grounded, and supportive.

Engagement ring: Although you have a reputation for being down-to-earth and practical, you’re also fascinated by the arts. The perfect ring for a Taurus lady is a soft round cut set in a loving halo.

Gemini: May 21–June 20

Personality traits: Original, wise, youthful, versatile, and witty.

Engagement ring: What’s better than one center stone? Two—especially where, accrding to your zodiac, your dual personalities are concerned. A rule breaker who changes direction quickly, you appreciate the unexpected. Another engagement ring style for this dual personality is a ring that represents your many sides as well as your eternal devotion to your partner, and an eternity band could be just the thing.

Engagement Ring & Wedding Band by Ralph Jacobs

Cancer: June 21–July 22

Personality traits: Helpful, compassionate, creative, maternal, and sensitive.

Engagement ring: As a cancer you are expressive like waves during a storm, or the tide on a clear day. If you’re a Cancer, you may be drawn to a pear-shaped diamond because of its soft lines and wave-like shape. Like many other zodiac personalities, you absolutely like the wild side of life

Leo: July 23–August 22

Personality traits: Loyal, protective, proud, courageous, generous, and confident.

Engagement ring: A Leo lady is the true fire sign, the lioness who enjoys being the center of attention and sporting flashy bling. If you had a life motto, “all gold everything” just might be it. Leos, in the zodiac, often choose rings that reflect these vivacious traits of theirs – inspired details and a blinding sparkle that is as impossible to ignore as a Leo herself.

Virgo: August 23–September 22

Personality traits: Dedicated, hardworking, organised, perfectionists, and helpful.

Engagement ring: Virgos, in the zodiac, are admired for their intellect, down to earth nature, and charm. They are characteristically modest and practical, yet always polished, and therefore need a ring that offers the best of both worlds. A princess-cut diamond, with its perfected lines is probably best suited for a Virgo with their perfectionist traits.

Libra: September 23–October 22

Personality traits: Charming, sincere, lovable, fair, and sophisticated.

Engagement ring: The Libra lady is uniquely made up of a combination of sophistication with an enviable coolness. A Libra brings about a “breath of fresh air” and tend to exert a calming, almost meditative energy that others gravitate towards. As a Libra in the zodiac, perhaps you’ll want a ring that is balanced by both grace and serenity.

Scorpio: October 23–November 21

Personality traits: Passionate, brave, magnetic, fiery, focused, and bold.

Engagement ring: Scorpio gals are cutting-edge trendsetters. You prefer moving away from the traditional and shaking things up. The perfect engagement ring would be a marquise-shaped diamond, with its distinctive edges and eye-catching shape.

Sagittarius: November 22–December 21

Personality traits: Optimistic, enthusiastic, encouraging, honest, friendly, and fun-loving.

Engagement ring: You have serious wanderlust and an uncanny ability to make friends everywhere you go. A delicate round-cut diamond in a bezel setting is equal parts no-fuss and fabulous.

Capricorn: December 22–January 19

Personality traits: Ambitious, devoted, family-minded, and sentimental.

Engagement ring: Capricorns are well-known for being wise beyond their years, perhaps explaining their brilliance and sophistication. It’s no wonder this old soul gravitates toward vintage designs. Being extremely family fond, an heirloom is always a great way to a Capricorn’s heart.

This Post was first published on https://ralphjacobs.co.za/your-engagement-ring-based-on-your-zodiac-sign/

What to drink when quitting or taking a break from drinking

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November 11, 2020

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What to drink when quitting or taking a break from drinking

Taking a break from drinking or doing a “Dry Month Challenge” can be a good thing for your mental and physical health but sometimes you still might crave that beer on a Saturday at a braai or the Mojito when you go out with the girls.

For the beer lovers there are a few options like Becks, Castle Free and Heineken Zero. And on those warm days you can still enjoy a Beer Shandy with Sprite and a slice of lemon with your alcohol-free beer.

These Rock Shandy’s are easy to make as all you will need is ice, alcohol-free beer of your choice, Sprite and lemon or orange slices and voila! Enjoy!

What to drink when not drinking — **Source: Pintrest**

If you love a Mojito, you can try a Mint Mojito Iced Coffee. It’s a bit of a spin on the normal Mojito but definitely a try.

What you’ll need:

¼ cup coffee grounds

20 large mint leaves, divided

2 tablespoons demerara sugar, divided

½ cup whole milk, divided

Mint sprigs, for garnish

Another amazing mocktail is the famous Shirley Temple. This one is also easy to make and cools you right down on those warm summer nights. The best thing is that they are easy to make and the barman at your favourite pub or restaurant will put his or her own spin on it.

But if you make it at home, this is what you’ll need:

Ice

3 c. lemon-lime soda

Juice of 1 lime

4 tsp. grenadine

Maraschino cherries, for serving

Another favourite is also the famous Pina Colada. This mocktail will ensure that you feel like you are on a tropical island with your friends!

What you’ll need:

1 1/2 cups unsweetened pineapple chunks (frozen)

1/4 cup ice

3/4 cup unsweetened pineapple juice

3/4 cup unsweetened coconut milk

Optional: 1 to 3 tablespoons brown sugar

Garnish: fresh pineapple wedges

Garnish: maraschino cherry

Enjoy these alcohol-free recipes and let us know if you enjoyed them and want to read about some more!

READ ALSO: What Are Pineapples?

Threading? It’s no massive threat!

Fashion

Encee van Huyssteen

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November 10, 2020

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In this month’s lucky packet surprise video Ané and I tried threading, both for the first time, to experience this not-so-foreign-anymore beauty regimen.

Threading is an ancient method of hair removal that originated in Iran, India, China and Central Asia.

It involves a professional using a thin cotton or polyester thread, which is doubled up and then twisted, to remove unwanted hair. The thread is rolled over areas with unwanted hair to pluck it out at the follicle level (Goodman, 2019).

Threading allows for a much more defined and natural look since it’s so targeted.

When it comes down to it, however, the way you decide to sculpt your brows is really about personal preference.

Neither of us had ever had threading done and this passing Saturday the opportunity arose to have our eyebrows threaded.

We’re here to bust those myths and corroborate the truths about threading.

The one thing everyone is most worried about; Does it hurt?

Honestly, it depends on who you ask. Some people have told me in the past that threading hurts A LOT! Whilst others maintain that it’s definitely less painful than waxing. Discomfort from waxing is usually due to the tugging and pulling of the skin.

READ ALSO: Threading (epilation)

Threading on the other hand just tugs out the hair and doesn’t touch the skin.

As you can see in the video of both Ané and I being threaded, it’s actually quite painless.

WATCH HERE: Threading saam L & A

Naturally, there’s the odd hair that resists the thread, but it’s not any worse than plucking or waxing.

Along with the threading both of us had our eyebrows and eyelashes tinted.

Being dark haired, my tinting was much less visible afterwards than Ané’s.

Threading? It’s no threat! — **Being dark haired, my tinting was much less visible afterwards than Ané’s.**

Ané is rather fair and blonde, but with the correct colour applied, she looked beautiful and natural afterwards. Due to her having blue eyes, the girl performing the tint decided on a blue black for Ané’s eyelashes and it made her blue eyes pop even more!

By choosing the correct colour of tint for your shade, even people with fair, blonde hair and features can give tint a try!

Francesca Coetzer, or as her friends call her Franky, is an accredited permanent make-up artist who is busy obtaining diploma’s in threading, tinting, waxing and anything else that you can think of that removes hair from your body. She was in Secunda on Saturday to test her skills on some willing volunteers.

Bethal DBV – Jakkie Louw tree op by Stoepstories

Community news

Encee van Huyssteen

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November 9, 2020

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Bethal DBV – Jakkie Louw tree op by Stoepstories

Saterdag aand het sommer baie vining vrolik geword toe Jakkie Louw, Bekende Afrikaanse sanger, by Stoepstories in Bethal ten bate van die DBV opgetree het.

Jakkie het ‘n sagte plek vir diere. Tussen hom en Stoepstories het hulle besluit om ‘n optrede op die planke te roep. Albei het besluit om die aand ten bate van die Bethal DBV te doen.

Ingang was gratis mits jy kos vir die diere saamgebring het.

Die Bulletin gesêls met Adri Pieterse (DBV Komitee lid) en Jakkie louw

Jakkie het ook verduidelik dat hy ‘n lekker verbintenis met Stoepstories het en gereeld daar optree. Dit is nou in Bethal en Trichardt.

Baie dankie aan Stoepstories asook Jakkie Louw vir hierdie wonderlike initiatief.

Die DBV in Bethal gaan erg gebuk onder finansiële druk en elke bietjie geld wat ingesamel kan word help. Bethal DBV is ook nou verantwoordelik vir Standerton en Kriel asook Ermelo. Standerton en Kriel was die verantwoordelikheid van die Highveld Ridge SPCA naby Evander maar dit is nie lank terug verander.

Die area wat Bethal DBV dek is redelik groot en hulle sukkel om orals by te kom. Die diere wat hulle versorg word met groot deernis behandel maar dit bly moeilik om vir almal kos te kan gee.

Die Bulletin will graag die publiek uitnooi om gereeld ‘n sakkie kos by die DBV te gaan aflaai of dalk ‘n klein donasie te maak.

Die geldelike donasies kan ook direk in hulle rekening inbetaal word. Die volgende is die rekening besonderhede:

SPCA Bethal, Standard Bank, Rekening nommer 031033253, Tak kode 052544.

Daar is ook ‘n “Adopt a kennel” program.

Die enigste bron van inkomste vir die Bethal se DBV is deur donasies en daarom vra hulle dat die publiek asook besighede sal deelneem aan hierdie program.

Die program sal help om ‘n volhoubare inkomste te vestig wat sal help om die vaste uitgawes te dek.

Die inkomste sal ook help om die diere se omstandigehede te verbeter.

Die program werk soos volg:

Jy kies die hok nommer tussen 1-38 en een van die volgende opsies.

Opsie 1

‘N eenmalige bedrag van R1500 of meer kan deur besighede geborg word. Die besigheids embleem (Logo) word dan op die Bethal DBV Facebook blad geplaas en ‘n “Section 18 A Tax receipt” kan dan op aanvraag uitgereik word. Die borg sal ook ‘n Sertifikaat ontvang.

Lees ook: Water pressure reduction for GMM.

Opsie 2

Besighede kan ‘n maandelikse bedrag van R500 of meer word geborg. Die besigheids embleem (Logo) word dan op die Bethal DBV Facebook blad geplaas en ‘n “Section 18 A Tax receipt” kan dan op aanvraag uitgereik word. Die borg sal ook ‘n Sertifikaat ontvang. “n plaaitjie met die borg se naam sal aand die hok wat geborg word aangebring word indien daar ‘n onderneming en verbintenis is vir 12 maande of meer.

Opsie 3

“n individu kan ‘n eenmalige bedrag van R500 of meer borg. ‘n “Section 18 A Tax receipt” kan dan op aanvraag uitgereik word. Die borg sal ook ‘n Sertifikaat ontvang en sy/haar naam sal op die kantoor se borg bord aangebring word.

Opsie 4

Individue kan ‘n maandelikse bedrag van R100 of meer borg. ‘n “Section 18 A Tax receipt” kan dan op aanvraag uitgereik word. Die borg sal ook ‘n Sertifikaat ontvang. ‘N plaaitjie met die borg se naam sal aan die hok van hul keuse aangebring word indien daar ‘n onderneming of verbintenis van 12 maande of meer is.

Opsie 5

Individue kan onderneem om kos op ‘n maandelikse basis vir hul gekose hok af te lewer. ‘N plaaitjie met die borg se naam sal aan die hok van hul keuse aangebring word indien daar ‘n onderneming of verbintenis van 12 maande of meer is. Die borg sal ook ‘n Sertifikaat ontvang. Op hierdie manier kan ons die fondse ontvang aanwend vir meer dringende uitgawes.

Help die Bethal DBV om ‘n stem te wees vir diegene daarsonder!

Vir meer inligtin kan Barbara Mitton gekontak word by mittonb@inafrica.co.za of stuur ‘n epos aan office@spcabethal.co.za met “Adopt a Kennel” as onderwerp en aandag: Barbara

Kom ons maak ‘n verskil!

Water pressure reduction for GMM.

News

Encee van Huyssteen

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November 8, 2020

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Reduction of water supply to three municipalities due to non-payment

The financial management inaptitude of Govan Mbeki Municipality (GMM) is rearing its ugly head again.

GMM did not honour its obligations and agreements with Rand Water once again. Rand Water placed a statement on their website regarding the reductions.

GMM has recently been placed under administration in terms of section 139(1)(b) of the Constitution. An administrator is yet to be appointed.

Here is the statement that Rand Water posted on their Facebook page:

Rand Water has formally informed three of its municipal customers of its intention to reduce water pressure due to the non-payment for services rendered.

The Emfuleni Local Municipality in Gauteng and two municipalities in Mpumalanga namely the Victor Khanye and the Govan Mbeki Local Municipalities will face these this credit control measures.

Visit Rand Water HERE

The water pressure to the Emfuleni Local Municipality will be reduced by 20-percent. The Municipality includes areas such as Vereeniging, Vanderbijlpark, Evaton and Sebokeng. The arrear amount due to Rand Water by the Emfuleni Local Municipality is R 994 million. The total outstanding amount due by the Emfuleni Local Municipality is R 1.1 billion.

The water pressure to the Victor Khanye Municipality will be reduced by 20-percent. The Municipality includes areas such Delmas, Botleng, Eloff and Sundra. The arrear amount due to Rand Water by the Victor Khanye Local Municipality is R 185 million. The total amount due by the Victor Khanye Local Municipality is R 194 million.

The water pressure to the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality will be reduced by 20-percent. The Municipality includes areas such as Bethal, Embalenhle, Leandra and Kinross. The arrear amount due to Rand Water by the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality is R 314 million. The total amount due by the Govan Mbeki Local Municipality is R 351 million.

In all three of these matters, the municipalities have failed to honour the agreements made to settle the outstanding amounts due to Rand Water. Rand Water will now implement these credit control measures (reductions in the water supply) to compel the Municipalities to meet their obligations to the settle amounts due to for water services rendered.

Rand Water has informed the Minister of Human Settlements, Water and Sanitation in writing of its intention to implement the credit control measures, as well as the MEC for Human Settlements, Urban Planning and Co-operative Governance in Gauteng and the MEC for Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs in Mpumalanga. The Department of the National Treasury has also been informed.

Also read: Ithemba Lesiswe Movement are concerned about GMM

Rand Water will implement the credit control measures on Monday, 9 November 2020.

Residents should expect water pressure drops as the reservoir levels start to drop due to the water supply reductions.

Kruik se Oggenddiens 8 November 2020

News

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November 8, 2020

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Welkom by Kruik se oggenddiens 8 November 2020

Vanoggend se tema is:”Spiritualiteit en die lewe.”

Kruik se Oggenddiens 8 November 2020

Spiritualiteit en 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/46740686

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

Lees ook: Kruik Oggenddiens, 1 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!

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Alf Byleveldt survives a near-fatal freak accident

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November 7, 2020

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Alf Byleveldt survives a near-fatal freak accident

Sunday 25 October will forever be etched into the memory of the Byleveldt family.

This was the day that so nearly cost Alf Byleveldt his life. A freak accident in his home workshop left Alf with severe burns to his hands, face and head.

But Alf miraculously survived.

Alf became known as the man from Jelani security that would mostly be the first on a fire scene. The enthusiasm and passions that Alf displayed towards his work at accident scenes and fires is contagious.

Sometimes Alf would grab the “Jaws of Life” from somewhat hapless GMM firemen shouting “let me show you how” when they would be moving to slow to his liking.

The White and Blue Mahindra also became well known at protest actions as Alf would babysit his client’s assets.

Langamed responded immediately to the scene of the accident with ER24 on their heels. Emergency medical care was administered, and Alf was stabilised before ER24 transported him to Mediclinic Highveld. He was airlifted to Milpark Burn ICU shortly after.

Read about Burn Facilities and Services at the Milpark Burn ICU HERE

There is a long recovery road ahead of Alf, as his burns are deep and severe. He is still in ICU and under sedation. He will be critical for at least the next four months. He is also heavily sedated to help with the severe pain that burns victims’ experience. His doctors are considering whether they should reduce some of the sedation to assess his condition better, but it has not been done yet.

The current treatment includes a visit to the theatre every 48 hours for a scrubbing of his wounds. This is especially important as infection is a major concern for burn victims.

The road to good health is awfully long as Alf would need skin transplants, more surgery, and a lot of physiotherapy. But Alf is a fighter and is responding positive to his treatment.

**Alf Byleveldt doing what he loves most, fighting a fire.** Photo: The Bulletin

Also read: Health workers celebrated and honoured by Sasol

Petro Byleveldt, Alf’s wife, is keeping his friends updated on a WhatsApp group. The Bulletin spoke to Petro earlier this week to enquire to Alf’s’ health and the family. What we have found is that the whole family rallied around Alf and his business to ensure that his clients and friends are not neglected.

Jelani Security was found in 2016 by Alf Byleveldt.
As a responsible Security Provider, they offer the following services.
• Physical Site Security
• Access Control
• Patrolling
• Canine
• Guarding

“I would like to assure all our clients at Jelani Security that nothing has change on the operational side of the business” said Petro. She explained that Alf has a passion for his clients but most of all his staff. “we have a little too much staff, but Alf cannot let them go,” said Petro, “he is concerned that they will have nowhere else to go.”

The following contact numbers for Jelani can now be used:

Ben van Jaarsveld- 0820826045
Petro Byleveldt- 0725675345

The Bulletin also often made use of information that Alf would provide, sometimes very late at night, regarding protest actions and other actions. It would appear that Alf never slept.

Petro asked for his friends to send voice messages if they could that she could play for him at her few visits. “His responded every time that he heard messages.” Said Petro Byleveldt. “The Nursing Sisters was so pleased when she saw him moving his foot, that she tried to get him to repeat it. She could not get him to do it.”

Friends all joined the WhatsApp group and regularly send messages of encouragement and well wishes to Alf and his family.

Only his wife is allowed to visit him, not even his children, and then for only 30 minutes a day. Petro can also not even touch him at the moment. Touching is a natural human way of showing affection, empathy etc.

Petro said, “I would like to thank everyone for their words of encouragement, messages and just the quick hugs that everyone were sending to the Family and also to Alf. It would be far more difficult to work through this if it were not for them. I would also like to thank everyone that were involved, and still are, with his care and business.”

The Bulletin would like to express our heartfelt sympathy with the injuries of Alf Byleveldt and wish him a speedy and full recovery.

He better hurry up, there is work to do!

Laerskool Secunda vat hande met ATKV Kosmosrand-tak

Schools

Encee van Huyssteen

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November 5, 2020

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Laerskool Secunda vat hande met ATKV Kosmosrand-tak

Laerskool Secunda het besluit om met ATKV Kosmosrand saam te span.

Een van Laerskool Secunda se waardes is omgee en daarom het die skool dit goed gedink om hande te vat met die ATKV om sodoende bewusmaking van prostaatkanker te bevorder. Die fokus is op prostaatkanker gedurende die maand van November. Die skool en die ATKV wil graag die manne aanmoedig om vir hul jaarlikse ondersoeke te gaan. Vroeë opsporing kan jou lewe red!

Die projek skop op 7 November af met Laerskool Secunda se jaarlikse gholfdag by Graceland. Die manne kan ‘n ronde balkie koop teen R20 en dra ter ondersteuning van die projek en vir bewusmaking van prostaatkanker. Laerskool Secunda wil hande neem met hierdie projek, en daarom sal die projek vir die hele November aan die gang wees.

Alle persone (mans en vroue) kan die balkie dra en sodoende hierdie unieke projek ondersteun. Alle gelde wat ingesamel word, word aangewend vir pasiënte wat nie mediese fondse het en nie kan bekostig om die behandeling, of die reis na die behandeling, te betaal nie. Ons doen ‘n beroep op die gemeenskap om asseblief hierdie projek te ondersteun.

Lees ook: Boomplant dag by Laerskool Secunda

Vir verdere navrae en om balkies te koop, skakel asseblief die volgende persone:

Tracey van Wyk (Voorsitter: ATKV)-0741036381

Werdich Smit (Ondervoorsitter: ATKV)-0844079462

Paul van den Berg (Bestuurder: Bemarking, Verhoudings & Reklame: Laerskool Secunda)-0793589035

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