????????????? Lebogang Matji TSHWANEYour paper CITYCITY OF OF TSHW TSHWANEANE 18-30 November 2011 Joseph Mashakeni "we"we are the same" UPDATE Photo: Muntu Ngobese Poultry area Mayor returns from Together, we can act Botha scoops South Korea with against all forms renewed junior of abuse enthusiasm P3 P6 award P12 City to play leading role Heatwave hits Tshwane Photo: Helenus Kruger Executive Mayor Cllr Kgosientso Ramokgopa hands over a R10 000 cheque to Kgomotso Ratsounyane Cancer South Africa (CANSA) on 4 October. With him, from left to right, are: Cllr at COP17 gathering Tshwane residents have been warned to take Sibongile Moselelane, the MMC for Health and Social Development; Munnik Marais, precautions to avoid heatstroke as the season's the Executive Manager: New Business Development of CANSA; and Karin Metz, BNI Executive Director and CANSA Leader Volunteer. More than 20 000 delegates from 194 countries will meet at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli first heatwave hit the City in recent days. International Convention Centre and the Durban Exhibition Centre from 28 November Temperatures have already reached 37°C in some parts of the City during the past week, while the to 9 December 2011 to attend the 17th Conference of the Parties (COP17) of the United South African Weather Service said that the Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). heatwave is expected to continue for several Phalane Motale days. A heatwave occurs when maximum temperatures The City of Tshwane will also be awareness and assist communities The Expo will also be used as a for three days or more are 5°C hotter than the there to showcase its successful with building a better and more platform to promote dialogue on average maximum temperatures of the hottest and progressive greening projects, sustainable environment. environmental issues by the public month. some of which are firsts for Africa. and private sector as well as non- Representatives from all the 278 The City of Tshwane is a world governmental organisations. Residents have been warned to stay out of direct municipalities in South Africa will leader in its programmatic sunlight and to drink plenty of water. also attend. approach to the clean development The City of Tshwane's exhibition The heatwave could affect the Tshwane area in mechanism (CDM). With COP17 stand will showcase the varying degrees during the coming weeks, Executive Mayor, Cllr Kgosientso being staged in South Africa, the Municipality's strategic planning building up to January, which has an average Ramokgopa, will add another City has a unique opportunity to and achievements around clean maximum temperature of 29°C. It is important that feather to his cap when he leads draw international attention. and green issues and build its everyone takes precautions to keep safe. the South African Local international reputation as a leading Tips to stay cool and healthy during a scorching Government Association (SALGA) During the conference, the City of institution on these issues. heatwave are: delegation at the conference. Tshwane aims to showcase itself to investors and businesses as an With hundreds of exhibitors at the • Stay indoors. Whenever possible, stay inside. The UNFCCC is an international innovative municipality with vision. Expo, dozens of meetings, private If you have to venture out, slow down and The City of Tshwane will hold public consultation meetings later this Photo: Muntuh Ngobese treaty arising from the UN's It also aims to attract tourists. functions and several local events, avoid strenuous exercise during the hottest Executive Mayor, Cllr Kgosientso Ramokgopa, officially switches on the lights while Conference on Environment and the City of Tshwane wants to part of the day. Postpone outdoor games and Cllr Percy Zitha, MMC for Public Works and Infrastructure Development looks on. Development. It is aimed at The City will also highlight its achieve its objectives, stand out activities. month on its proposed Derelict Building By-law. stabilising greenhouse gas commitment to addressing climate and be taken note of. • Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of fluids, even if emissions so as to minimise their change through various innovative you do not feel thirsty. Avoid drinks with impact on the earth's climate. methods implemented in Tshwane, To achieve this, the City is going to caffeine or alcohol. Eat small meals and eat and position itself as an institution use multimedia tools and models. It more often. COP is the governing body of the contributing towards a clean and will drive a solid public relations • Avoid outdoor work. Take frequent breaks if Staff Reporter Convention. Since 1995, it has green earth. plan so as to get coverage in COP you must work outdoors, and use a buddy advanced the implementation of the publications and media, including system when working in excessive heat. Convention through its decisions international news, and secure The City of Tshwane and dozens of • Dress appropriately. Unless your job calls for it, which are taken at annual meetings with potential investors. Photo: Helenus Kruger South African municipalities will don't wear jeans and a long-sleeved shirt. meetings. In 1997, the Kyoto Yuda Idislia, a 12 year old learner from the Sunrise School for the Handicapped assisted Ward Cllr showcase what they are doing to Instead, opt for loose-fitting breathable fabrics Protocol was introduced with It will also demonstrate the Mahomed Essop to plant a tree at the Quagga and Maxwell Road intersection in Ladium. mitigate and adapt to climate like cotton and linen in light colours. Avoid dark binding obligations for developed successes of the City and the change effects in the local colours because they absorb heat. countries to reduce their residents by displaying a range of government pavilion of the SA • Wear sunscreen. Sunburn will dehydrate you greenhouse gas emissions. CDM projects. Representatives will Expo. more than normal. If you do have to be outside, be on hand to explain how each make sure you put on plenty of sunscreen and The role of local government in project has benefited the people reapply often. South Africa's climate change Through their exhibits, they will and Tshwane. • Protect the children. Children and the elderly agenda is critical because practically demonstrate are at even greater risk of being affected by the Photo: Guli Segatlhe municipalities are the window for interventions and projects that have The City of Tshwane will also use heat. Give them lots of cold water, let them the coordination of implementation been implemented in different the stand as an opportunity to forge wear light clothing and keep them indoors in communities. The local sphere is communities. These will range from links with potential funders and whenever possible. Never leave your children a better place to create public mitigation to adaptation projects. cities or countries abroad. unattended in a hot car. • Air conditioning. Check on family, friends and neighbours who do not have air conditioning, who spend much of their time alone, or who are more likely to be affected by the heat. • Don't forget your pets. Because of their fur and size, pets can overheat in a very short period of time. During extreme heat, bring your pets indoors and make sure they also have plenty of water to drink. Never leave children or pets alone in enclosed vehicles. Tshwane Emergency Services can be contacted on 10177, 012 310 6300 or 012 310 6400 Contact Details: Tel: +27 (0)12 358 9999 Email: [email protected] www.tshwane.gov.za City of Tshwane I Official (Page) www.twitter.com/CityTshwane ????????????? 2 Lebogang Matji 18-30 November 2011 TSHWANE UPDATE Thumbs-up for Mayoral ImbizNewso Joseph Mashakeni Photo: Muntu Ngobese Poultry area Photo: Helenus Kruger Executive Mayor Cllr Kgosientso Ramokgopa hands over a R10 000 cheque to Cancer South Africa (CANSA) on 4 October. With him, from left to right, are: Cllr Sibongile Moselelane, the MMC for Health and Social Development; Munnik Marais, the Executive Manager: New Business Development of CANSA; and Karin Metz, BNI Executive Director and CANSA Leader Volunteer. Photos: Muntu Nogobese Executive Mayor, Cllr Kgosientso Ramokgopa Members of the public have their blood pressure and sugar levels tested at the Health and Social Development Department's exhibition stand at the Imbizo in Zithobeni. Phalane Motale Residents from all walks of Region 7 (Kungwini He committed the Municipality to improve the • All old asbestos pipes in the area are to be Region) converged on the Zithobeni Stadium outside provision of basic services such as water, electricity replaced; Bronkhorstspruit to interact with the Executive Mayor and, most importantly, housing delivery. The • By February 2012, 3 000 employment of Tshwane, Cllr Kgosientso Ramokgopa, during the Municipality would also address the lack of tarred opportunities are to be created to keep the City of Mayoral Imbizo on Saturday, 12 November. roads in the area and would implement a turnaround Tshwane clean, with at least 400 jobs specifically programme to better the lives of residents. for locals, who will earn about R2 000 a month; Under the theme “City of Tshwane at Work”, the • A contractor will be appointed to plant lawn and event, which was also attended by all MMCs, “We have plans and the budget to eradicate informal renovate the Zithobeni Stadium; and councillors based in the region, the City Manager settlements and improve the lives of our people in • R18 million has been set aside to write off and senior officials of the City of Tshwane as well as the former Metsweding area. indigent debt in the former Kungwini and Nokeng traditional leaders, was a huge success. areas. “We have bought land in the Cullinan/Refilwe area “We'll consult with traditional leaders to develop two months ago and will develop it so that residents Ramokgopa said follow-up meetings would be these areas because we respect and treasure the are not far from their places of employment,” he said.