A Pensioner was brutally attacked and killed in a farm attack
Voice clip by Colonel Donald Mdhluli
Nelspruit: 27 September 2022 – The police at Delmas are investigating a farm attack following an incident in which a 72-year-old man was brutally killed. The incident is said to have occurred at a certain farm this morning, Tuesday 27 September 2022.
According to the information members of the police at Delmas received information via a platform of a farm watch group on social media whereby a member of the slain man’s family raised the alarm about a possible attack at a farm in Klipspruit Waaikraal (between Delmas / Bronkhorstspruit).
Upon arrival at the farm, they found a male pensioner lying motionless in a pool of blood. He was unfortunately certified dead by the paramedics who also attended the scene. The man has since been identified as Mr Jessie Henry Coleman who was a farmer who also worked as a Veterinarian in Benoni.
Preliminary investigation revealed that the victim’s hands and feet were tied when he was found. Police discovered as well that the back door of the house was broken possibly by the suspect(s) in order to gain entry. The whole house was ransacked and his mobile phone could have been stolen during the incident hence a charge of house robbery was added. Things are still sketchy whilst the police are currently processing the scene. The motive for the killing is unknown at this stage.
The Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Lieutenant General Semakaleng Daphney Manamela has vehemently condemned the incident. Meanwhile, police urge anyone with information that may assist in apprehending the perpetrator(s) to contact call Detective Warrant Officer Jacques Smook at 0825272974 or the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111.
Alternatively, members of the public can send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.
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ARE YOU MAKING ETHICAL CHOICES WHEN IT COMES TO ANIMALS AND THE PRODUCTS YOU USE?
Most people don’t really give any thought to animals when they buy products for themselves, whether clothes, beauty or cleaning products, medicines, etc., but when you work in animal welfare, it most likely becomes second nature to make ethical choices, especially when it involves animals. Cruelty is not only physical abuse and unknowingly you might be cruel to animals by supporting certain practices, products, or industries. Today we will focus on the medical and beauty industry with regards to animal testing.
Animals used for research include (in decreasing order) mice, rats, birds, rabbits, guinea pigs, hamsters, farm animals (including pigs and sheep), dogs, primates (including monkeys and chimpanzees) and cats. Frogs and fish are also widely used. These are however not the only ones and some are sadly not protected under animal welfare acts. Animals can’t consent to this and their lives are given for a cause they can’t comprehend. Do you think that is ethical?
Charles Magel shares that when you ask the experimenters why they experiment on animals, the answer is, ‘Because the animals are like us.’ Ask the experimenters why it is morally okay to experiment on animals, and the answer is, ‘Because the animals are not like us.”
There are modern, reliable, effective, repeatable and available tools, yet they are not being exclusively used. Why? Dr. James Gallagher gives part of the answer: “Animal studies are done for legal reasons, not scientific ones. The predictive value of such studies is meaningless to men”. Legislation and potential litigation are to blame, along with vested interests.
Image by Beauty without Cruelty (South Africa)
MEDICAL RESEARCH AND ANIMAL TESTING
Every year millions of animals suffer and die for nothing because animal-based experiments are misleading and retard medical progress. Did you know that when it comes to the statistics for medical research, the number of animals who suffer and die in laboratories increases to over 190 million a year? It is heartbreaking if you can even begin to imagine the suffering, kept in cages their whole life, being blinded, blistered and poisoned?
Here are just a few examples of how animal-based testing retard medical progress or how animals respond differently to humans as shared by Beauty without cruelty SA:
The introduction of blood transfusion was delayed for over 200 years because of misleading results of animal experiments.
Corneal transplants were delayed nearly 90 years by misleading animal tests.
Morphine drugs are a depressant in rats, dogs, hamsters and other species, but produce tremors and convulsions at comparable doses in mice and cats. Morphine sedates people and dogs but causes maniacal excitement in cats and mice.
Tests on animals have led to around 100 drugs being thought potentially useful for stroke; not one has proved effective in humans.
Penicillin kills guinea pigs, but can be a lifesaver for humans.
Aspirin and Streptomycin can produce allergic reactions for lab animals.
Paracetemol kills cats.
Did you know that more than 90% of experimental drugs that are safe and effective in animals fail in human clinical trials as they are too dangerous?
Animal studies do not predict with any certainty what will happen in humans! Dr. Sabin Albert also said that giving cancer to laboratory animals has not and will not help us to understand the disease or to treat those persons suffering from it.
Three major conditions explain why animal experimentation, regardless of the disease category studied, fails to reliably inform human health:
The effects of the laboratory environment and other variables on study outcomes.
Disparities between animal models of disease and human diseases.
Species differences in physiology and genetics.
I agree with Beauty without Cruelty when they say that you don’t need to be a balaclava-wearing animal rights activist to question the value of animal studies in this area of medical research. Animal testing is INHUMANE, UNNECESSARY & INEFFECTIVE! There are safe, modern, effective, accurate, reliable and repeatable methods available that require no living beings. What’s missing is the will. Why are governments not legislating an end to all animal use and insisting that all future research and testing options must be modern, as these are the ones that benefit humans in the short, medium and long term?
We also support the development of the 4 R’s guiding principles, namely Replacement, Reduction, Refinement and Responsibility when using animals for scientific purposes. The more we push for better welfare standards, higher prioritization of animal life and further questioning the scientific validity of animal experiments, the more we can make a difference.
ARE YOU USING CRUELTY-FREE BEAUTY PRODUCTS?
Animal testing for cosmetics will never have a place, will never be necessary nor valid and should always be condemned.
Image by Beauty without Cruelty (South Africa)
The term “cruelty-free” is unregulated. This means that brands aren’t breaking the law by calling themselves cruelty-free, even if they test on animals. Companies lie through omission, intention or misdirection. Many beauty brands try to mislead us this way, even some sold by your friends and family! It is not what they claim, but what they can prove!
The CRUELTY-FREE 5 QUESTIONS cover the stages at which animal testing can occur. If a brand can confirm that they pass these stages without animal testing, we can consider them really cruelty-free. Brands that are truly transparent and cruelty-free will respond with clear answers to these questions. If they skip questions or follow up with a short animal testing policy or smart marketing slogans, watch out because you might not be dealing with a cruelty-free company.
Contact the brand and ask them the CRUELTY-FREE 5 QUESTIONS.
Does your brand test on animals, for either finished products or ingredients?
Does your suppliers test on animals? How do you ensure this?
Do any third-parties test on animals on your behalf?
Do you test on animals where required by law?
In which countries are your products sold?
One way you can distinguish these types of products from others is the rabbit logo on the product. It does not cost anything to be able to use the rabbit logo so when the brand can answer “no” to the 5 questions, with proof, they may be allowed to use the logos. So, the only reasons I can think of why a brand would not do it is because they are either testing on animals or they don’t care enough. PLEASE NOTE there are different rabbit logos and not all rabbit logos mean the same. I trust the Beauty without Cruelty logo.
The day you make this decision to change the brands you love or products that work for you to cruelty-free brands, it can be quite overwhelming and it certainly was for me! There are just so many products that are tested on animals worldwide. Be kind and use the humane guide endorsed by Beauty without Cruelty (South Africa). They have already done the hard work and this comprehensive list of beauty products not tested on animals can and should be your go-to. Companies won’t provide the public with the detail that they require and get from them. Keep in mind that there are companies listed that don’t use the logo which also means the guide is essential. You can also contact BWC via social media.
If your brand is not listed there, you can contact your brand and ask the 5 cruelty-free questions or encourage them to apply for the use of the logo if they claim they are cruelty-free. I first asked a brand if they are cruelty-free and got a smart marketing slogan reply back. I then asked the 5 questions with no reply, so I changed my brand. For another brand I asked about the rabbit logo they do use but which I know doesn’t mean they are cruelty-free and got no reply. Next you can start with changing out your beauty products one by one as your current ones are finished. I have used Oh so Heavenly, The Good Stuff, Be Bare life (shampoo and conditioner bars) and W-beauty brand from Woolworths. (None are paid endorsements).
Next you can move to more environmentally friendly packaging products. Also think about the clothes you wear. Do you dress to kill, or kill to dress? I now choose not to buy any more fur, feathers (including feather duvets), or leather products.
Choose animal-free clothing. Image by Beauty without Cruelty (South Africa)
RECENT PROGRESS ON THE LEGISLATION FRONT
CHINA – As of May 2021, according to the Chinese National Medical Products Administration (NMPA), imported cosmetics products that fall into the ‘general’ category will no longer require mandatory animal testing to enter the Chinese beauty market. This means that shampoo, body wash, lotions, and make-up no longer require mandatory animal testing for products sold IN China. While animal use remains standard for hair dyes, perming products, blemish pigment-removing products, sunscreens, and others, including cosmetics claiming new efficacy, this is still a significant step forward. There is no mandatory animal use requirement for products manufactured in China for export purposes.
SOUTH AFRICA – An update on the SA Bill regarding a ban on cosmetic testing in SA currently before the Portfolio Committee: The Bill was presented in 2018 but ended up on the back burner, and was streamlined and had to be represented, thus Act 497 of 2020 is currently with the portfolio committee, awaiting review. The Bill shouldn’t be contentious, it is not complicated, far from it and it would be a big international win for the Government, doing the right thing. Beauty Without Cruelty (South Africa) has worked hand in glove with Cruelty-Free and assorted government officials to get us to this point and we look forward to things finally improving!
Watch this 4-minute animated short film on #SaveRalph. It is directed by Spencer Susser and stars Zac Efron, Ricky Gervais and others.
The least we can do is remember the animals, be thankful and acknowledge them for any breakthroughs in medical sciences they have helped towards, but continue to protest all unjust harm to them and for animal-free research to be our future. Make ethical choices when you buy products and please help create awareness for the many millions of animals who suffer and die in labs around the world for useless research every year!
SERIAL BURGLAR CONVICTED FOR SERIES OF HOUSEBREAKING AND THEFT CASES
MPUMALANGA – Alleged serial burglar, Daniel Wagenaar (32) was found guilty by the Nelspruit District Court on Friday, 16 September 2022 on seven counts of housebreaking and theft.
Daniel Wagenaar (32)
The conviction followed after the accused broke into the DPCI offices on Van Ransburg Street in Nelspruit on 6 March 2022 at about 19:00. The Local Criminal Record Centre (LCRC) visited the crime scene and lifted fingerprints for linkages.
During the investigation, the suspect was positively linked to the crime scene. It was further established that he failed to appear in court on 9 March 2022 for two housebreaking and theft cases which occurred at Nelspruit between July 2019 and December 2021 respectively.
The Hawks Serious Organised Crime Investigation team based in Nelspruit went to court to obtain a warrant for his arrest and he was traced from his hiding place. He was arrested on 9 March 2022 and was kept in custody until his conviction.
The case against Wagenaar was postponed to 14 October 2022 for a pre-sentence report.
Police urge anyone with any information on Crime to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Alternatively, members of the public can send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.
TWO RAPE SUSPECTS APPEAR IN COURT FOR ALLEGEDLY RAPING THEIR OWN FAMILY MEMBERS IN SEPARATE INCIDENTS
Nelspruit: 19 September 2022 – Two rape suspects are expected to appear in court after allegedly raping their own family members. One of the rape cases is said to have occurred at Bushbuckridge whereby a 27-year-old man is alleged to have raped his niece aged 14 and the girl is currently pregnant. Meanwhile, a similar rape case of rape is said to have occurred at Mhluzi whereby a 63-year-old man is alleged to have raped his 18-year-old granddaughter.
The two separate rape cases were assigned to the Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit (FCS) to investigate.
According to the information on the case at Bushbuckridge, the grandmother of the victim (14) alleges that on Friday, 16 September 2022 she received a call from the school where her grand-daughter attends, informing her that the girl was rushed to the clinic as she was not feeling well. The victim was later referred to the hospital where she was examined by the Doctor who confirmed her pregnancy.
It was then learned that the girl was allegedly raped on several counts between June and August 2022 by her own uncle who resides with them. It is said that the uncle would sneak into her bedroom and rape her and then threaten her not to tell anyone about the ordeal.
The matter was reported to the police and a rape case was opened. The suspect (27) was traced and arrested on Saturday, 17 September 2022. He is expected to appear at the Bushbuckridge Magistrate’s Court on charges of rape.
Meanwhile another girl from Mhluzi, aged 18 also went through a similar experience as she too was allegedly raped by her 63-year-old grandfather on several occasions between September 2015 and September 2022. It is alleged that the suspect would threaten the victim not to tell anyone including her mother of the atrocities she was going through.
Eventually, the young girl finally broke her silence and the matter was reported to the police, the suspect was arrested as well as charged accordingly. He too is expected to appear at the Middleburg Magistrate’s Court on charges of rape.
The Provincial Commissioner of the SAPS in Mpumalanga, Lieutenant General Semakaleng Daphney Manamela has strongly condemned the atrocities that the two young girls had to endure and painfully so because these were allegedly caused by their own flesh and blood. The General also commended members of the police for arresting the perpetrators soon after the cases were registered.
Police urge anyone with any information on Crime to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Alternatively, members of the public can send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.
FIGHT FOR A CHICKEN LEAVES GMM COUNCILLOR BEHIND BARS
A woman was allegedly assaulted with a Panga by ARP PR Councillor, John Mahlangu, of Govan Mbeki Municipality on Tuesday, 13 September 2022 in eMbalenhle, Ext 22( Azania).
ARP president and Councillor, John Mahlangu in court today
This followed after the lady’s neighbour confronted her about the chicken that he claimed was “locked” in the woman’s yard and the victim went to the offices of Azania for intervention. That is when the suspect allegedly assaulted her with a Panga.
According to the victim, the suspect tried to hack her on the head and she blocked with her right hand resulting in a cut on her hand.
She then went to the clinic in Ext 4 for treatment and was referred to Evander hospital where she was admitted for a day.
A case of assault GBH has been opened at Embalenhle police station and the councillor was subsequently arrested on Friday, 16 September 2022.
John Mahlangu appeared in Evander court today. His formal bail application is postponed to Thursday 22 September. He is remanded in custody until then.
Councillor Mahlangu will also appear on other unrelated charges this week.
Police urge anyone with any information on Crime to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Alternatively, members of the public can send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.
WIFE AND ACCOMPLICES FOUND GUILTY OF MURDER OF HER HUSBAND
MPUMALANGA – Seetsa David Mofokeng (44), Mojalefa Christopher Matsobane (43) and Thembisa Zulu (47) were convicted by the Delmas High Court on Friday, 16 September 2022.
The conviction follows the incident which happened on 4 July 2011, where the deceased, Devilier Dan Zulu who was a taxi owner was shot in front of his gate at Extension 15 Embalenhle. The case of murder was registered and transferred to the Hawks’ Serious Organised Crime Investigation based in Secunda for further probe.
During the intelligence-driven investigation, it was established that Thembisa Zulu, the wife of the deceased hired two hitmen, Mofokeng and Matsobane who waylaid the deceased in his residence. It was further established that the deceased phoned the wife while at the gate on the day in question. After opening the gate, the hitmen fatally wounded the victim and fled the scene.
Mofokeng was found guilty of murder, and unlawful possession of firearm and ammunition. Matsobane and Thembisa Zulu were found guilty of murder and conspiracy to commit a crime.
The case against all three accused was postponed to 22 September 2022 for sentencing. The accused remain in custody.
Police urge anyone with any information on Crime to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111. Alternatively, members of the public can send information via MYSAPSAPP. All received information will be treated as confidential and callers may opt to remain anonymous.
Maak ‘n finansiële bydrae op 2 maniere: 1.Gee Aanlyn (Kruik Gemeente, ABSA, Tjek, Rek nr: 1510140016) 2.Gee deur Zapper – vind ons QR code in die diens aankondigings.
Kontak ons gerus op Kruik Gemeente se Facebook Messenger en Whatsapp lyn (072 133 6130) of besoek ons webtuiste by:https://www.kruik.co.za
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Laerskool Secunda onderwysers gekies as Gert Sibande afrigters.
By Laerskool Secunda werk hul personeel nie net met kinders nie, maar dit wat hulle doen en aanpak is ‘n absolute passie!
Laerskool Secunda kondig graag aan dat mnr. Thinus Strydom en mnr. Ruben Silvo gekies is om deel te wees van die Mpumalanga Krieket-Streekstoernooi wat op 30 September begin.
Mnr. Thinus is gekies as die Gert Sibande afrigter vir die 0/13 krieketspan en Mnr. Ruben is die spanbestuurder.
Mnr. Ruben Silvo (links) en Mnr. Thinus Strydom (regs)
Mnr. Roelof Steyn is ook gekies as die Gert Sibande afrigter vir die 0/12 Rugby-streekspan. Hulle neem deel aan die Mpumalanga Rugby-Streekstoernooi wat op 30 September afskop.
