Lentswe, Jouberton - A well-known Man of God passed recently. His funeral service will be held this weekend.
Rev Chipha Kotoi (91) was known as a selfless community leader whom during the heights of Apartheid was involved in the struggle.
Through his work as professional cameraman, he started his photographic work in the 1960’s doing rounds in the entire North West Province.
He will also be remembered for his leadership roles in school governing bodies in Jouberton, as well as a full supporter of Orlando Pirates FC dating back to the 1950s.
His funeral service will take place at the Alabama Community Hall at 07:00 on Saturday February 22. Rest in Peace Father, your work will be remembered.
New catechists welcomed
The commissioning of catechists at St Peter’s Catholic Church in Jouberton took place. They are Mitta Marera, Masechaba Moseki, Mamotlatsi Seeta, Veronica Manene, Rakgadi Ntswaki Dodovu, Tlaleng Seeta, Tumelo Mogoje and Kelebogile Olifant.
Valentines crowned
All Saints Anglican Church in Khuma presented Mr & Mrs Valentine. Kay Sephai (Ms Valentine) and T Phoka (Mr Valentine) were showered with appreciation. The church is under new leadership of Rev R Lekoko.
Farmers’ markets held throughout NW
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) has officially launched the Farmers Market Day initiative, a ground-breaking effort aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture, boosting local economies, and empowering small-scale farmers across various municipalities in the province.
The Matlosana Local Municipality successfully hosted the first Farmers Market Day, followed by the Greater Taung Local Municipality. The next Farmers Market Day is scheduled for March 7 in Mamusa Local Municipality, with additional municipalities expected to follow suit at a later stage. During these market days, the department provides producers and SMMEs with technical support to enhance productivity, capacity-building workshops focusing on food safety, quality standards, and business operations as well as improved product offerings to meet consumer demands.
Thabo is staying
Thabo Pelesane, a local public figure, takes the mickey out of US President Donald Trump giving South Africans refugee status in his country. He dressed up in his khakis and posted on social media that he is not going anywhere. He calls himself Robbie van der Pels and said he can’t leave for America as they don’t have Vaal Fisheries, Klerksdorp Record and Mamelodi Sundowns FC. This photo was taken at Opraap. Asked about his comment he said: “We need a bit of humour sometimes.’’
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