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Distributed in: Austerville, Clairwood, Jacobs, , Lotusville, Merebank Central, Merebank Ridge, Navy, Merewent, Wentworth, South Coast Road, Edwin Swales, Fynnland, Lotus Park, Orient Hills, Isipingo Hills, Isipingo Rails, Prospecton and CBD and Isipingo Beach 22 500 VOL. 34 NO. 11 MARCH 10, 2020 TEL: 031 459 8300 email: [email protected] Schoolgirl mauled by rottweiler

A young Merebank girl has been left traumatised She was later taken to hospital by her parents. It vene in cases where and feeling scared after she was allegedly mauled has been a two months since the incident occurred dogs have bitten people by a rottweiler on her way home from buying ice- and Pillay’s wounds are slowly starting to heal al - and advised that the cream at a local tuckshop, recently. Jenine Pillay, though, she still has a big open wound that does family contact the 14, claims she saw the dog walking towards her not seem to be getting any better. “She has gone Metro Police for fur - from across the street and froze because she for a tetanus injection and so many courses of an - ther assistance. They thought standing still would help her. “The dog tibiotics and treatment but nothing is working. said that they could sniffed my leg before it started biting me. I was so The doctor said the wound is not looking good only assist if the dog scared and I could feel the dog pulling my leg. I and she might need to get a skin graft. After the owner wanted to give thought I was going to die. I used to love dogs but dog bit my daughter, she said she wanted to go to the dog away. “If the now, I fear them,” said the traumatised girl. De - the hospital. The dog owner apparently told her to owner would like to spite the dreadful incident, which took place on relax. He gave us R1400 when the incident took surrender their dog to Saturday, January 18 , almost two months ago, place but it is nothing compared to what we are us, they can do so. she is still shaken by the incident and is receiving paying now. We pay between R550 and R700 to They would need to medical attention. According to Jenine’s mother, see a doctor and we take her there every week. call 031 579-6501. Jennifer Pillay, the dog was out of the yard and The doctor’s fees are costing us a lot of money They can also request roaming the streets because the gate was left and we are struggling,” said the frustrated mother. for the dog to be eu - open. “She was panicking and screaming and Her parents are also very worried that this inci - thanised,” said the everyone came out of their houses but nobody dent could have affected their daughter psycho - SPCA. helped her. I think they were all scared of being logically and will be taking her for counselling. Metro Police bitten by the dog. Someone eventually began hit - The family claims that the dog owner was given spokesman, senior su - The parents of the girl are ting the dog but it refused to leave her and contin - a fine by the Metro Police but they wanted the perintendent, Parboo The young girl suffered extensive in - worried that the open ued biting her. A few minutes later, the owner of dog to be removed from the property because Sewpersad, stated that juries to her leg after being mauled by wound is not healing even the dog came out and hushed the dog away. The they believe that it is very dangerous and they did the issue had not been a rottweiler. after treatment. dog left and came out again but it didn’t bite her not want what happened to their daughter to hap - brought to their atten - this time,” said the mother. A bystander, who had pen to someone else. The SPCA and tion as yet and he an investigation on the matter before he could witnessed the terrifying ordeal, took Jenine home. Coast said that unfortunately, they do not inter - needed to gather more information and conduct give a comment. Mayor assesses level of service delivery in Clairwood

The mayor of the eThekwini Municipality, Cllr Roads where accidents occur will be assessed to Mxolisi Kaunda, has called on the residents of determine the feasibility of traffic-calming de - eThekwini and all municipal departments to work vices. This area has many businesses, therefore, together to fast track service delivery. we will also do verification processes to deter - This was shared in Clairwood on Friday morning mine if these areas were rezoned for such pur - during the Operation Sukuma Sakhe Mayoral poses. Also, we need to intensify the city’s illegal Outreach Programme, where Cllr Kaunda was as - dumping education campaign in this ward to rid sessing the level of service delivery in the com - our areas of grime,” he said. munity. Some of the interventions that he made Some of the areas where the executive committee during his visit included the immediate collection and senior management of the municipality made of waste, assessments of roads for traffic calming service delivery interventions include Albert devices, upgrading of the sports field, verification Park, Clairwood, South and North Beach, Berea, Mayor Kaunda and his team assess a sinkhole that is forming on the road. of rezoning of properties that are being utilised Sea View, Montclair, Sherwood, Westville, for businesses, maintaining parks and fixing pot - Bonela and Glenmore. holes as well as storm water drainage systems. The mayor further shared that the OSS pro - “By end of business today, we will have ensured gramme was very instrumental in bringing gov - that the waste that has been piling-up since yes - ernment services closer to the people as all terday is collected. The people of this ward have service delivery challenges are addressed on the spoken and we, as the leadership, have listened. spot. Page 2 THE RISING SUN, MEREBANK, MARCH 10, 2020 - www.risingsunchatsworth.co.za

National recognition for A proud Vanilla Naick shows off her dedicated teacher accolades.

The 20th National Teaching Awards was elists, local teacher, Vanilla Naick, was work, dedication, commitment and pas - recently held at Soshanguve East Sec - placed second in the Excellence in Pri - sion for teaching have finally been ondary School in Pretoria. mary School teaching category. She was recognised on a national platform,” she The awards ceremony is an annual also placed first, in the same category, in said. event, held by the Department of Basic the provincial awards that took place late Naick matriculated in 1979 from Mere - Education, to celebrate and honour last year. bank Secondary School and graduated teachers for their dedication and out - It was indeed a crowning moment for her with a bachelor of pedagogics degree standing work, which are, at times, con - to receive this great honour. from the University of Durban, West - ducted under extremely challenging “I feel very proud and elated to represent ville. circumstances. my wonderful school and province. I She is currently the head of department After a rigorous selection by expert pan - feel rewarded that the 34 years of hard at Umzintovale Primary School.

CANSA Support Group meeting The CANSA Support Group- Durban South will be hosting their monthly support group meeting. The meeting will take place on Saturday, March 21 from 2pm until 4pm. The meet - ing will be held at the NG Kerk House on Old Mission Road in Bluff. For more infor - mation contact Nola Nirghin on 083-605- 8062, Crystal King on 084-353-5000 or Sphe Mabaso on 079- 629-3542. THE RISING SUN, MEREBANK, MARCH 10, 2020 - www.risingsunchatsworth.co.za Page 3 Isipingo man survives shooting outside his home An Isipingo man is lucky to be alive after he money.According to police reports, it is be - was shot three times outside his home on lieved that the suspects arrived in a white Thrush Place in Lotus Park during an alleged Ford Figo and made off with an undisclosed robbery. It is alleged that the man was fol - amount of money. The victim, who suffered lowed from the bank to his home after with - serious injuries, was rushed to hospital. drawing a large amount of money. He was Communications officer of Isipingo SAPS, accosted by the four suspects in his drive - Cpt Ragavan confirmed that cases of armed way. He was shot three times on his upper robbery and attempted murder are being body when he resisted to hand over the probed.

Emergency services and police at the scene of the shooting. Man shot, injured in Isipingo Hills hijacking

A man was shot and his vehicle taken during a for treatment. His wife was very traumatised after hijacking on Spathodia Drive in Isipingo Hills, the horrific incident. Provincial police spokes - on Friday afternoon. It is alleged that the two woman, Col Thembeka Mbhele, said, “The com - armed suspects were on foot and they accosted plainant alleged that on Friday, March 6, at about the couple, who were in a silver Corsa. 3pm, he was seated in his stationary vehicle along After PT Alarms received a frantic call from a the roadside at Spathodia Drive in Isipingo Hills panicked family, they rushed to the scene with when he was accosted by two suspects. At gun - Isipingo SAPS and emergency services. point, the suspects robbed him of his vehicle and The paramedics managed to stabilise the man at drove away. A case of carjacking was opened at the scene before he was transported to hospital Isipingo police station for investigation.”

Junior soccer spectacular The Durban South winners. All teams must be regis - their most recent school report. The LFA will be hosting tered with the Durban South LFA in winner of the tournament stands a an exciting junior soc - order to participate. All players are chance to win R25 000. For more cer tournament. The required to bring registration forms, information contact Deep 082-793- tournament will take a birth certificate or ID copy and 2367. place on Saturday, April 4 and on Sun - day, April 5 and they are calling on soccer clubs to take part. The divisions taking part in the tournament are as follows; under 7, 9, 11, 13, 15 and 17 boys, schools and girls under 13 and 17. Sports equipment will be provided to every child and medals will be awarded to the All major credit & debit cards accepted Residents invited to Raam Bhajan Have you ever wanted to have a Raam Bha - jan but practical rea - sons have not allowed you to do so. Now there is the opportu - nity to join the Ross - burgh Shree Raam Bhajan Group for a community Raam Bhajan. It will take place on Saturday, April 4. It will be held at the Shree Parasak - thie Alayam on Bar - rackpur Road in Merebank. It is set to commence at 7pm and supper will be served from 5:30pm. Devo - tees are welcome to bring in offerings. For more information con - tact Niel Naidoo on 084-468-7623, Asha - lan Armugam on 082- 847-1760 or Shalin Lutchmann on 074- 524-6860. Alterna - tively send an email to [email protected] m. Page 4 THE RISING SUN, MEREBANK, MARCH 10, 2020 - www.risingsunchatsworth.co.za Surprise birthday party for octogenarian Members of Helping Hands held a special sur - prise birthday party for community stalwart, Pol - liah Pulliah, recently. The party was held at the Merebank Community Hall where the octogenarian, who turned 86, was pleasantly surprised when he walked into the hall and saw everyone gathered to celebrate his life. The day was delightful for everyone as they cel - ebrated the senior’s milestone birthday. A cake- cutting ceremony was held and everyone tucked into a hearty meal. Pulliah is a stalwart in the community, who is loved and admired by all those, who know him. He is a former teacher, who was very involved in sports.

Polliah Pulliah with Helping Hands members Pupils from Isipingo Primary School enjoyed the informative tour. at his surprise party. Pupils taken on R300.00 EXCL VAT / PER L METER R1014.50 tour of Isipingo EXCL VAT / PER SQ METER Civic Library The Isipingo Civic Library recently hosted its an - nual orientation program which takes place at the [email protected] beginning of every year. Grade 7 pupils from various schools in the area were invited on an in - formative tour where they were introduced to the different sections in the library. The library aims to use this time to allow pupils to become familiar with the library set up and the front desk staff. Enthusiasm was in the air as pupils from Isipingo Primary School, Orient Pri - mary School, Gokul Primary School and Kama - linee Primary School took part in the exciting tour. Umzinto Secondary’s class of 1985 to host glamourous reunion Attention, all former pupils of Umzinto Second - ary School’s class of 1985: a 35-year reunion is currently being planned for August 8, 2020. A fantastic programme has been set out, which includes a meet and greet from 3pm and a deli - cious dinner at 6:30pm. Dance until the morning! The dress code is smart casual. The venue for this glittering affair will be the House of the Ris - ing Sun in Park Rynie. “If you know of any for - mer pupils of Umzinto Secondary’s class of ‘85, please pass on this message to them as we would like for all our friends to at - tend this milestone celebration,” said or - ganisers. For ticket prices or more infor - mation, contact Don 083-230-2935 or Linda on 084-556- 2549. Tyburn Primary invites public to anniversary celebration School pupils, parents and members of the public are invited to commemorate Tyburn Primary School 50th anniversary. A fun day will be held at the school on Saturday, March 14 and mem - bers of the public are encouraged to attend and join in the fun. The fun day will com - mence at 8am. En - trance is free and everyone is welcome to attend. For more in - formation contact the school on 031-404- 5410. THE RISING SUN, MEREBANK, MARCH 10, 2020 - www.risingsunchatsworth.co.za Page 5 Housing project ‘builds’ hope for Isipingo Transit Camp residents

The struggle of experiencing flooding them with proper housing. We started and living in squalid conditions, this project in 2016 and we are now which were faced by the residents of at the stage where we will begin the Isipingo Transit Camp, will now building the houses. There are 360 be a thing of the past. houses that will be built and the 346 This is after the mayor of the eThek - residents living in the transit camp wini Municipality, Mxolisi Kaunda, will be moved here. We will also led a delegation of city leadership and move a few other residents from officials to launch a housing project neighbouring transit camps since in Isipingo, last week. there are extra houses,” said Mayor The Kanku Road Housing Project is Kaunda. a low-income housing development, There have been concerns and ques - which will comprise of 360 semi-de - tions from the residents of Isipingo tached double story units. about how these new houses will af - This project will benefit those resi - fect the value of properties in the dents, who are currently residing at community. the transit camp. The mayor assured them that they “Today, we are in Isipingo to offi - will be building good quality houses. cially launch the Kanku Road Hous - He also assured residents that they ing Project. We will be assisting those have put the necessary measures in residents, who have been living in the place to ensure that all the residents A sod-turning ceremony takes place as the mayor launches the Isipingo Transit Camp, by providing live in harmony. housing project. Page 6 THE RISING SUN, MEREBANK, MARCH 10, 2020 - www.risingsunchatsworth.co.za THE RISING SUN, MEREBANK, MARCH 10, 2020 - www.risingsunchatsworth.co.za Page 7 Page 8 THE RISING SUN, MEREBANK, MARCH 10, 2020 - www.risingsunchatsworth.co.za THE RISING SUN, MEREBANK, MARCH 10, 2020 - www.risingsunchatsworth.co.za Page 9 Seven confirmed cases of coronavirus thus far in

South Africa’s first case of the coronavirus was con - Gauteng, who was part of the same travel group to Italy rest of the group are outstanding. help at your nearest clinic, hospital, or general practi - firmed last Thursday in a statement released by and the wife of SA's first novel coronavirus patient was According to the department of health, the common tioner. KwaZulu-Natal health minister, Dr Zweli Mkhize. In also diagnosed with Covid-19. signs of infection are a fever, cough, sore throat, body To reduce your chance of infection, regularly and thor - the first case, a 38-year-old man from Hilton, who had During an address to the media on Monday, March 9, aches, headache, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, runny nose oughly clean your hands and practice good hygiene. visited Italy on holiday with eight friends was con - Mkhize confirmed that four additional cased have tested and shortness of breath. If you experience those or other For more information on the coronavirus contact the firmed to have the virus. Two more cases were con - positive bringing the total to seven cases. The four new flu-like symptoms, and have reason to believe you may NICD on 0800-029-999. firmed this past weekend, a 39-year-old woman from cases have been quarantined and the results from the have been infected, you are urged to immediately seek Page 10 THE RISING SUN, MEREBANK, MARCH 10, 2020 - www.risingsunchatsworth.co.za

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Interested busi - ing marathon. Freedomin one of Marathon.the games w here he played against me, nesses and organisations can either sponsor a water table and commitment. “Why not take advantage of on the day of the race or make a generous dona - this amazing event, which attracts thousands year tion. Whichever ‘route’ they take, the participants after year? Businesses have a responsibility to of this year’s marathon and the Rising Sun give back and by using this platform, they will Chatsworth Athletic Club team will both be not only reap the benefits of making a sponsor - grateful for the magnanimity,” said officials of ship/ donation but also promote healthy lifestyles the club, who are proud to once again host this and fitness. This is a wonderful opportunity in - annual sporting event, which has earned itself the deed. We are so thankful for the businesses, who reputation of being dubbed as a ‘marathon with a have shown us support since the inception of this difference’. Companies, who came on board for magnificent marathon, and are also looking for - the previous years’ marathons, can attest to the ward to welcoming new businesses on board this fact that they received maximum exposure and year,” added club officials. Interested businesses appreciation for not only their respective spon - wishing to get involved may contact Ishara on sorships but also their sense of social obligation 084-887-8695. Enjoy 10kms of camaraderie and unity at the Rising Sun Chatsworth Freedom Marathon Are you and your route, which will allow family wanting to take them to work out those on a healthier and fit - legs while also enjoy - ter lifestyle while also ing some banter with having fun bonding other residents and of and making memo - course, some good ries? Then the Rising Sun Chatsworth Ath - cheering on from the letic Club has you friendly marshals sorted with the excit - along the way. ing 10km race at the Are you interested in annual Rising Sun participating? Entering Chatsworth Freedom is a breeze! Visit Marathon taking place www.chatsworthath - on the morning of letic.co.za or Sunday, April 26, www.eventtiming.co.z 2020. An encouraging a to register. For more call is being made for the young and old information, contact alike to be part of the Dan on 082-877-0400 exhilarating and fun- or Ishara on 084-887- filled 10km race. 8695. Described as a mas - sive draw card, the 10km race is ideal for unlicensed runners, families, friends, adults and youth. Par - ticipants of the 10km race can be assured of an easy and pleasant