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NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation: Vision 2030

November Issue

The Official Newsletter of the North West Province Legislature 2 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 Contents Page Page No. REGULARS Vision and Mission of the North West Provincial Legislature ...... 2

Editor’s note - Sethunya Moss Kgafela ...... 4

Ditshwaelo tsa Motseleganyi - Sethunya Moss Kgafela ...... 5

Redakteur se nota - Sethunya Moss Kgafela ...... 6

Speaker’s corner - Hon. Sussana Dantjie ...... 7

Sekhutlhwana sa Mmusakgotla - Hon. Sussana Dantjie ...... 9

Speaker’s Hoek ...... 10

Acronyms/Mainakhutshwe...... 8

NEW ARTICLES

Reconciliation, Healing and Renewal Programme-The show goes on and the Province is the main beneficiary - Senzile Dabula ...... 11

Know your Legislature Programme, Hon. Speaker addresses Ventersdorp Community - Sethunya Moss Kgafela ...... 12

The North West Transport Investments interim board accounts to the Portfolio Committee - Sethunya Moss Kgafela...... 13

Local government - Kabo Letlhogela ...... 14

The House passes the 2015/16 Appropriation Bill - . Senzi Dabula ...... 16

Hon. Speaker welcomes new members of the Legislature - Namhla Luhabe ...... 17

The long serving Member of the Legislature gets a deserved send-off - Namhla Luhabe ...... 18

Water is the important Commodity - Sethunya Moss Kgafela ...... 19

Agricultural Portfolio Committee meets Potchesfstoom Agricultural College - Senzile Dabula ...... 21

Scopa engages Public Works Department - Kabo Letlhogela ...... 22

Through the lens of the camera ...... 23

2015/16 Programme of the Legislature ...... 24

Left to right: Deputy Secretary: Ms. Mpho Maleme, Exercutive The Honourable Speaker with the Support Staff Manager in the office of the Speaker: Mr. Tebogo Chaane with Moruti Thebe at Ventersdorp - Engaging with the Legislation programme during the Engaging with the Legislature Programme in Ventersdorp

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 3 Editor’s Note

November is for many of us what December is to others. There is a lot of good eating, friendly visits and starry-eyed planning for the year ahead.

Just as sleep is necessary for our body, similarly holidays are important for relaxation and change for they provide relief from the monotony of our daily routine and they are important for our mental and emotional well-being.

Holidays! Holidays! Holidays who does not wait for holidays? Holidays give us a break from our routine and help us to refresh ourselves and go back to work with renewed energy however, they are not only meant for enjoying but also for pursuing our hobbies and interests. For us, holidays are also meant to recharge our batteries.

The time to spread the message of love, harmony and peace is upon us and of course this is the time to be showered with gifts and wishes however above all, this is the time when the love of God The Almighty and the love of our fellow men should prevail over all hatred and bitterness, a time when our thoughts, deeds and the spirit of our lives manifest the presence of God. travel back in time when you read, you can live another Looking back at what transpired throughout the year, we persons’ life you can become a police detective and observe that there are many issues weighing not only on solve murders. Reading is more than that though ... it is ourselves but on our Province, Country at large and to a building your vocabulary while gaining knowledge and it larger extent to the global world especially the issues that is shutting out the real world and entering into a world are related to economic growth, xenophobia, terrorism, that you've chosen. climate change and many more. So, welcome to our November edition, enjoy the read. Our content for the respective months of December and Let us all go down on our knees and pray God to give us January editions will not be similar to what you are used rain while at the same time we make sure that we to. Our approach will be slightly different due to the fact preserve this all important commodity (water) by using it that the Legislature will be in recess hence there will not sparingly and carefully. be much of the Legislature related activities such as over- sights and public participation programmes. God be with you, enjoy the festive season and act responsibly. Be that as it may, please note that the message of the Provincial Speaker of the Legislature Hon. Sussana Pilediwa e a lwelwa!! Dantjie is contained in this edition, just hear what she has to tell us. In this edition, please be invited kindly to read about the “Engaging with the Legislature Programme”, learn about the engagement of the Ventersdorp Commu- nity and the Legislature. What is happening at the NTI, Sethunya Moss Kgafela read on and get to know first-hand. The long serving member of the Provincial Legislature Hon. Chris Hatting, has left the Provincial Legislature, find out why and where to. Read about the new Honourable Members sworn in recently.

Remember, reading takes you places that you can't go until you've stepped inside the pages of a book. You can

4 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 Ditshwaelo tsa Motseleganyi

Go bontsi jwa rona kgwedi ya Ngwanaitseele e jaaka fela seo kgwedi ya Sedimonthole e leng sona go ba bangwe. Go jewa dijo tse di monate, go a etelanwa, go dirwa le dithula- ganyo tsa dikeletso tsa ngwaga o o tlang.

Fela jaaka boroko bo siametse mebele ya rona, malatsi a boikhutso le ona a botlhokwa mo boiketlong le mo phetogong ka gonne a re ikhutsisa ditiro tsa rona tsa letsatsi le letsatsi tse di lapisang tse di jesang bodutu; gape malatsi a boikhutso a botlhokwa mo boitekanelong jwa maikutlo le ditlhaloganyo tsa rona.

Malatsi a boikhutso! Malatsi a boikhutso! Malatsi a boikhutso! Ke mang yo o sa leteleng malatsi a boikhutso? Malatsi a boikhutso a dira gore re ikhutse re emisenyana ka ditiro tsa tlwaelo; a re thusa ka go re tsosolosa a a re ntšhwafatsa gore re boele kwa ditirong tsa rona re tletse mafolofolo. Mme fela, ga a direlwa fela boitha- biso le monate; a diretswe gape gore re a dirise go latela dikgatlhegelo tsa rona. Mo go rona, malatsi a boikhutso a diretswe gape go re ntšhwafatsa mafolofolo kgotsa go re dira matlhagatlhaga.

Nako ya go phatlhalatsa molaetsa wa lorato, kutlwisisano kopano kgotsa ikgolaganyo ya Baagi ba Ventersdorp le le kagiso e fitlhile; gape ke nako ya gore re abelane Kgotlatheomolao. Go diragala eng kwa NTI? Buisa gore dimpho le dikeletso; mme fela, godimo ga tsotlhe, e ke o tle o itse pele go diragala. Leloko le le dirileng nako e nako ya gore lorato lwa Modimo Mothatiyotlhe ga mmogo e leele mo Kgotlatheomolaong ya Porofense e, Motlotle- le lorato lwa bangwe ka rona lo rene go fenya letlhoo le gi Chris Hatting, o rotse tiro mo Kgotlatheomolaong ya bosula; nako ya gore dikakanyo le ditiro tsa rona ga Porofense, buisa o bone gore goreng? Le gore o ile mmogo le mewa ya rona di bontshe kgotsa di supe kae? Buisa ka ga Batlotlegi ba bantšhwa ba ba boModimo. ikanneng maloba.

Fa re leba kwa morago go tseo di diragetseng ngwaga Gakologelwa, go buisa go go isa kwa o se kitlang o ya otlhe, re itemogela gore go na le mathata le dikgwetlho gona fa e se fela gore o tsene mo ditsebeng tsa buka o tse di sa tshwenyeng rona fela mme di imela le Poro- buise. Fa o buisa, o kgona go busetsa nako morago; o fense ya rona, Naga ka bophara, segolo jang le lefatshe kgona go tshela botshelo jwa motho yo mongwe; o lotlhe; thatathata dikgwetlho tse di amanang le kgolo ya kgona go nna lepodisi wa rarabolola dikgetse tsa ikonomi, kgethololo ya semorafe, tlhokofatso ya dipolao. Gape go buisa go go golo go feta seo… go aga semorafe, phetogo ya maemo a loapi le tse dingwe. tlotlofoko ya gago, go go naya kitso e e tseneletseng; go tswalela botshelo jwa nnete kwa ntle, mme go go tsenye Diteng tsa dikgatiso tsa rona tsa dikgwedi tse di latelang kwa lefatsheng le o le ikgethetseng. tsa Sedimonthole le Firikgong di ka se tshwane le tse lo Ka jalo, o amogetswe go kgatisong ya rona ya Ngwa- di tlwaetseng. Molebo wa rona o ya go farologana go le naitseele, itumelele puiso! A re khubameng ka mangole gonnye ka ntlha ya lebaka la gore Kgotlatheomolao e tla rotlhe re rapeleng Modimo gore a re nesetse pula, fa le bo e emisitswe e le mo boikhutsong; ka jalo go tla bo go rona re ntse re netefatsa gore re boloka tlhokego e e se na ditiragalo tse dintsi tse di amanang le Kgotlatheo- botlhokwa e (metsi) ka go a dirisa ka tshomarelo le molao, tse di jaaka mananeo a bolebeledi le a tseokarolo kelotlhoko. ya botlhe. Modimo a nne le lona! Itumeleleng setlha sa boitumelo Le fa go ntse jalo, e la tlhoko gore melaetsa ya Mmusak- le boikhutso, lo itshwareng sentle! gotla wa Kgotlatheomolao ya Porofonse e, Motlotlegi Sussana Dantjie, e teng mo kgatisong e; ikutlwele gore a Pilediwa e a lwelwa!! re eng! Mo kgatisong e, lo laletswa go buisa ka ga “Lena- neo la Ikgolaganye le Kgotlatheomolao”; ithute ka ga Sethunya Moss Kgafela

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 5 Redakteur se Nota

November is vir baie van ons wat Desember vir ander is. Daar is baie goeie eetgewoon- tes, vriendelike besoeke en dromerige beplanning vir die jaar wat voorlê.

Net soos slaap nodig is vir ons liggame, net so is vakansies belangrik vir ontspaning en verandering want dit verskaf verligting van die eentonigheid van ons daglikse roetine en dit is belangrik vir ons geestelike en emosionele welstand. Vakansies! Vakansies! Vakansies wie wag nie vir vakansie nie?

Vakansies gee ons ‘n breek uit ons roetine en help ons om ons self te verfris en om met hernieude energie terug werk toe te gaan, nietemin, dit is nie net bedoel vir ontspaning maar ook vir die voorsetting van ons stokperdjies en belange. Vir ons, is vakansies ook bedoel om ons batterye te herlaai.

Die tyd om die boodskaap van liefde te versprei, harmonie en vrede is op ons, en natuurlik is dit die tyd om oorgelaai te word met geskenke met wense maar bo alles, is dit die tyd waneer die liefde van God, Die Almagtige en die liefde van ons medemens oor al die haat en bitterheid moet heers, ‘n tyd waneer ons gedagtes, dade en die gees van ons lewens die teenwoordigheid van God openbaar.

As ons terug kyk na wat gebeur het regdeur die jaar, Onthou,om te lees neem jou na plekke waar jy nie kan neem ons in ag dat daar baie kwessies is wat nie net op gaan nie totdat jy binne in die bladsye van ‘n boek onsself weeg nie maar op ons Provinsie, Land in die geland het. Jy kan terug reis in tyd waneer jy lees, jy kan algemeen en op ‘n groter mate aan die globale wêreld iemand anders se lewe leef, jy kan ‘n polisiespeurder veral die kwessies wat verband hou met die ekonomiese word en moorde oplos. Lees is meer as dit ... dit bou jou groei, xenofobie, terrorisme, klimaat verandering en vele woordeskat terwyl jy kennis kry en dit is die uitsluiting meer. van die werklike wêreld met die betreding in ‘n wêreld in wat jy gekies het. Ons inhoud vir die onderskei maande van December en Januarie uitgawes sal nie soortgelyk wees met wat u So, welkom by ons November uitgawe, geniet die lees. gewoond is nie. Ons benadering sal effens anders wees Laat ons almal op ons knee gaan en bid na God om ons as gevolg van die feit dat die Wetgewer in reses sal wees, reën te gee terwyl ons op dieselfde tyd seker maak dat daarom sal daar nie veel van die Wetgewer verwante ons die belangrike kommoditeit behou (water) deur dit aktiwiteite soos toesig en openbaredeelneming spaarsamig te gebruik . programme wees nie. Mag God met julle wees, geniet die feesseison en tree Soos dit mag wees, neem asseblief kennis dat die verantwoordelik op. boodskaap van die Provinsiale Speaker van die Wetgew- er Agbare. Sussana Dantjie is in hierdie uitgawe vervat, Laat ons die wekroep voorsit !! hoor net wat sy vir ons te sê het. In hierdie uitgawe, word u vriendelik uitgenooi om te lees oor die “ Betrokkenheid Sethunya Moss Kgafela met die Wetgewer Program”, leer oor die betrokkenheid van die Ventersdorp Gemeeskaap en die Wetgewer. Wat gebeur by die NTI, lees aan en kry eerstehandse kennis. Die lang dienende lid van die Provinsiale Wetgewer Agbare. Chris Hattingh, het die Provinsiale Wetgewer velaat, vind uit waarom en waarheen hy is. Lees van die nuwe Agbare Lede wat onlangs ingesweer is.

6 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 Speaker’s Corner water. It has been evident in many parts of the Province that Setsokotsane Programme initiated by the Executive under the leadership of the Premier Hon Supra Obakeng Ramoeletsi Mahumapelo; had significant impact in the people of the Prov- We are almost at the end of 2015, a year of the Freedom Charter, as declared by the President of the Republic. We have ince. As the Legislature, we appreciate this initiative by the Executive and we will continue to play our oversight role to seen a number of activities by Government which contributed positively to the lives of South Africans, at all levels, in ensure that the programme continue to yield desired results in improving the lives of our people. I wish to commend the ensuring that we realise and champion the values of the Freedom Charter. The people shall govern, and that South Africa Premier and the Executive Council for their commitment and dedication in moving the lives of the people of North West belong to all those who live in it, are some of the important values of the Freedom Charter that we continue to observe as forward and honouring programmes of the Legislature. a country. As the Legislature we have initiated a number of programmes to reiterate our firm commitment to the values of the Freedom Charter. In fact, the values of the Charter will continue to guide our operations as Legislature, even beyond We have begun the festive season for the year, let’s enjoy responsibly and travel safely to all destinations of our choices. the 2015 as these are the founding values of our Constitution. The Legislature remains opened to all citizens hence we Those who celebrate Christmas, Merry Christmas, I wish all the people of the Province a prosperous new year. The North encourage everyone to actively participate in our programmes. On that note, let us join all South Africans as we commem- West will be hosting thousands and thousands of tourists that will prefer to spend and have good experience in our Prov- orate National Disability Rights Awareness Month. Though there are still challenges in the system given the history of this ince. Let’s continue to make our Province a preferred destination by all tourists across the globe by ensuring an excellent country, we must acknowledge the gains made in protecting, promoting and upholding the rights of persons with disabili- experience and quality services to our visitors as part of the rebranding, repositioning and renewal of the people’s Prov- ties since the adoption of the Freedom Charter 60 years ago and 21 years of democracy. ince, the North West! As part of our contribution to nation building and social cohesion, we will be hosting our reconcilia-

tion, healing and renewal programme at the beginning of December 2015. I wish to invite all people of the Province to On the 25th of November, the government launched Municipality. The aim of this programme is to this most important event that we host every month. the 16 Days of Activism, which is a campaign to ensure that people of our Province understand fight against the abuse of women and the work and the role of the Legislature as I further wish to appreciate the co-operation, support and participation of the traditional leadership of our Province in all children. Let us work together in moving a provided in the Constitution. Our target as our programmes as the Legislature. The support that they have given to the Institution is invaluable and I hope that good non-violent society forward and protect the the Legislature through this programme, is working spirit will continue beyond 2015 in changing the lives of our people for the better. rights of women and children. Further- to reach the heart of our historically disad- In conclusion, I wish to thank all honourable Members of the North West Provincial Legislature, for constructive political more; on 1 December instant, it is the vantaged and under-resourced communi- debates and engagements and holding the Executive accountable to the people. Allow me also to express my apprecia- World Aids Day, where we should show our ties. I also wish to express my appreciation tion to the administrative support personnel of the North West Provincial Legislature for their tireless effort and support support to the people living with HIV and to all members of the Legislature; Council- in executing the mandate of the institution. One of the authors said “we will not be judged by the way that we enrich the remember those who died as a result of this lors and members of the community for their lives of those who already have, but the way that we enrich the lives of those who have nothing.” disease. As part of the campaign I wish to overwhelming support and participation in this encourage everyone to go for testing, stop programme. Hon. Susana Dantjie Together we move the people’s Province of the North West forward. stigmatising and discrimination against people NWPL Speaker living with HIV and AIDS. The Legislature has also considered and Hon Sussana Dantjie adopted annual reports of all provincial departments and Let me take this opportunity and highlight briefly the activi- its entities as well as municipalities. This is one of the ties of the month of November for the Institution. The most important oversight functions of the Legislature in Legislature has sworn-in two members following the resig- assessing departments against the initial planned nation of Hon C. Maine (of the African National Congress) targets. The MEC of Finance, Economy and Enterprise and Hon C. Hattingh (of the Democratic Alliance). I wish to, Development, Hon Wendy Nelson also tabled budget firstly, appreciate good working relations with the out-going adjustments for the Province which provides an opportu- members of the Legislature and acknowledge their nity for departments to reprioritise and shift funds across positive contribution to the Institution and the Province. and within their programmes as per the provision of the The African National Congress has deployed Hon S Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). Lehare to replace Hon Maine while the Democratic Alliance has deployed Hon J McGluwa to replace Hon Water shortages has emerged as one of the challenges Hattingh. These Members were sworn in on Friday, 13 that requires serious attention from all of us. Many parts November 2015 in the North West Legislature Chamber. of the country have been declared disaster areas. Let us As the Legislature, we welcome the new members and preserve water resources in the Province in all possible looking forward to their positive contribution in moving our ways. We acknowledge efforts by Government and advo- Province forward. cacy on water shortages however be that as it may, the fact remains that this is a natural challenge as a result of As the Legislature, we hosted our programme called drought which is beyond our control. It requires collective “Engage with the Legislature” in the Ventersdorp Local effort from all South Africans to ensure that we preserve

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 7 water.

It has been evident in many parts of the Province that Setsokotsane Programme initiated by the Executive under the leadership of the Premier Hon Supra Obakeng Ramoeletsi Mahumapelo; had significant impact in the people of the Prov- We are almost at the end of 2015, a year of the Freedom Charter, as declared by the President of the Republic. We have ince. As the Legislature, we appreciate this initiative by the Executive and we will continue to play our oversight role to seen a number of activities by Government which contributed positively to the lives of South Africans, at all levels, in ensure that the programme continue to yield desired results in improving the lives of our people. I wish to commend the ensuring that we realise and champion the values of the Freedom Charter. The people shall govern, and that South Africa Premier and the Executive Council for their commitment and dedication in moving the lives of the people of North West belong to all those who live in it, are some of the important values of the Freedom Charter that we continue to observe as forward and honouring programmes of the Legislature. a country. As the Legislature we have initiated a number of programmes to reiterate our firm commitment to the values of the Freedom Charter. In fact, the values of the Charter will continue to guide our operations as Legislature, even beyond We have begun the festive season for the year, let’s enjoy responsibly and travel safely to all destinations of our choices. the 2015 as these are the founding values of our Constitution. The Legislature remains opened to all citizens hence we Those who celebrate Christmas, Merry Christmas, I wish all the people of the Province a prosperous new year. The North encourage everyone to actively participate in our programmes. On that note, let us join all South Africans as we commem- West will be hosting thousands and thousands of tourists that will prefer to spend and have good experience in our Prov- orate National Disability Rights Awareness Month. Though there are still challenges in the system given the history of this ince. Let’s continue to make our Province a preferred destination by all tourists across the globe by ensuring an excellent country, we must acknowledge the gains made in protecting, promoting and upholding the rights of persons with disabili- experience and quality services to our visitors as part of the rebranding, repositioning and renewal of the people’s Prov- ties since the adoption of the Freedom Charter 60 years ago and 21 years of democracy. ince, the North West! As part of our contribution to nation building and social cohesion, we will be hosting our reconcilia-

tion, healing and renewal programme at the beginning of December 2015. I wish to invite all people of the Province to On the 25th of November, the government launched Municipality. The aim of this programme is to this most important event that we host every month. the 16 Days of Activism, which is a campaign to ensure that people of our Province understand fight against the abuse of women and the work and the role of the Legislature as I further wish to appreciate the co-operation, support and participation of the traditional leadership of our Province in all children. Let us work together in moving a provided in the Constitution. Our target as our programmes as the Legislature. The support that they have given to the Institution is invaluable and I hope that good non-violent society forward and protect the the Legislature through this programme, is working spirit will continue beyond 2015 in changing the lives of our people for the better. rights of women and children. Further- to reach the heart of our historically disad- In conclusion, I wish to thank all honourable Members of the North West Provincial Legislature, for constructive political more; on 1 December instant, it is the vantaged and under-resourced communi- debates and engagements and holding the Executive accountable to the people. Allow me also to express my apprecia- World Aids Day, where we should show our ties. I also wish to express my appreciation tion to the administrative support personnel of the North West Provincial Legislature for their tireless effort and support support to the people living with HIV and to all members of the Legislature; Council- in executing the mandate of the institution. One of the authors said “we will not be judged by the way that we enrich the remember those who died as a result of this lors and members of the community for their lives of those who already have, but the way that we enrich the lives of those who have nothing.” disease. As part of the campaign I wish to overwhelming support and participation in this encourage everyone to go for testing, stop programme. Together we move the people’s Province of the North West forward. stigmatising and discrimination against people living with HIV and AIDS. The Legislature has also considered and Hon Sussana Dantjie adopted annual reports of all provincial departments and Let me take this opportunity and highlight briefly the activi- its entities as well as municipalities. This is one of the ties of the month of November for the Institution. The most important oversight functions of the Legislature in Legislature has sworn-in two members following the resig- assessing departments against the initial planned nation of Hon C. Maine (of the African National Congress) targets. The MEC of Finance, Economy and Enterprise and Hon C. Hattingh (of the Democratic Alliance). I wish to, Development, Hon Wendy Nelson also tabled budget firstly, appreciate good working relations with the out-going adjustments for the Province which provides an opportu- Acronyms / Mainakhutshwe members of the Legislature and acknowledge their nity for departments to reprioritise and shift funds across positive contribution to the Institution and the Province. and within their programmes as per the provision of the The African National Congress has deployed Hon S Public Finance Management Act (PFMA). NDP NATIONAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN Lehare to replace Hon Maine while the Democratic IDP INTERGRATED DEVELOPMENT PLAN Alliance has deployed Hon J McGluwa to replace Hon Water shortages has emerged as one of the challenges Hattingh. These Members were sworn in on Friday, 13 that requires serious attention from all of us. Many parts HON HONOUNARABLE November 2015 in the North West Legislature Chamber. of the country have been declared disaster areas. Let us NWPL NORTH WEST PROVINCIAL LEGISLATURE As the Legislature, we welcome the new members and preserve water resources in the Province in all possible RDP RECONSTRUCTION AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN looking forward to their positive contribution in moving our ways. We acknowledge efforts by Government and advo- Province forward. cacy on water shortages however be that as it may, the Dr DOCTOR fact remains that this is a natural challenge as a result of NTI NORTH WEST TRANSPORT INVESTMENTS As the Legislature, we hosted our programme called drought which is beyond our control. It requires collective “Engage with the Legislature” in the Ventersdorp Local effort from all South Africans to ensure that we preserve

8 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 Sekhutlhwana sa Mmusakgotla

Re setse re le mo bofelong jwa 2015, ngwaga wa Tšhata ya Kgololosego, jaaka e goeleditswe ke Moporesidente wa rephaboliki. Re bone ditiragalo di le mmalwa tsa puso tse di isitseng kwa go tse di ntle mo matshelong a Maaforikaborwa mo maemong otlhe, mo go netefatseng gore re lemoga le go tsholetsa meono ya Tšhata ya Kgololosego. Batho ba tla busa, le gore Aforikaborwa ke ya botlhe ba ba nnang mo go yona; ke dingwe tsa meono e e botlhokwa ya Tšhata ya Kgololosego tse re tswelelang go di dira jaaka naga. Jaaka Kgotlatheomolao re simolotse mananeo a le mmalwa go boeletsa maitlamo a rona a a tsetsepetseng go meono ya Tšhata ya Kgololosego. Sentlentle, meono ya Tšhata e tla tswelela go kaela ‘tiragatso tsa rona jaaka Kgotlatheomolao le go feta ngwaga wa 2015 jaaka fa tse e le meono e e simolotseng Molaotheo wa rona. Kgotlatheomolao e nna e bulegetse baagi botlhe, ke ka moo re rotloetsang botlhe go tsaya karolo ka matlhagatlhaga mo mananeong a rona.Ka sona seo a re kopaneng le Maaforikaborwa otlhe jaaka fa re keteka kgwedi ya Bosetšha- ba ya go lemoga ditshwanelo tsa batho ba ba nang le bogole. Le fa go ne go sa ntse go na le dikgwetlho re lebile hisetori ya naga e, re tshwanetse ra lemoga tse re di boneng mo go sireletseng, go tlhatloseng le go tsholetseng ditshwanelo tsa batho ba ba nang le bogole e sale go amogelwa Tšhata ya kgololosego dingwaga di le 60 tse di fetileng le dingwaga di le 21 tsa temokerasi.

Ka Ngwanaitseele a le 25, puso e itsesitse Matsatsi a le 16 a Kgaratlho, e leng letsholo la go lwa kgatlhanong le tshotlakako ya basadi le bana. A re direng mmogo go isa pele loago lo lo se nang ntwa re be re sireletsa ditshwanelo tsa basadi le bana. Go feta moo; ka 1 Sedimonthole, ke letsatsi la lefatshe la AIDS, moo re tshwanetseng ra tshegetsa batho ba ba tshelang le mogare wa HIV le go gopola ba ba tlhokafetseng ka ntlha ya bolwetse jo. Jaaka karolo ya letsholo, ke rata go rotloetsa mongwe le mongwe go ya ditekong, go tlogela go tshwaya le go tlhontlholola kgatlhanong le batho ba ba tshelang ka mogare wa HIV le AIDS.

Tla ke tseye tšhono e gape ke tlhagise ka bokhutsh- lenaneo la Setsokotsane le le simolotsweng ke wane ditiro tsa kgwedi ya Ngwanaitseele mo sethe- Khuduthamaga ka fa tlase ga boeteledipele jwa ga ong. Kgotlatheomolao e ikanisitse ditokololo di le Tonakgolo Motlotlegi Supra Obakeng Ramoeletsi pedi morago ga go rola tiro ga ga Motlotlegi Mahumapelo; le amile batho ba porofense go Maine (wa African National Congress) le Motlot- bonala. Jaaka Kgotlatheomolao, re itumelela legi C. Hattingh (wa Democratic Alliance). Sa lenaneo le la Khuduthamaga mme re tla tswele- ntlha ke rata go itumelela kamano e ntle ya go la go dira seabe sa rona sa bolebeledi go dira mmogo le ditokololo tse di tswang tsa netefatsa gore lenaneo le le tswelela go tlisa Kgotlatheomolao le go lemoga seabe sa bona se maungo a a solofetsweng mo go tokafatseng se siameng mo setheong le mo porofenseng. matshelo a batho ba rona. Ke rata go akgola African National Congress e rometse Motlotlegi S Tonakgolo le Kgotlakhuduthamaga ka boineelo Lehare go tsena boemong jwa ga Motlotlegi Maine jwa bona mo go iseng matshelo a batho ba Bokone- fa Democratic Alliance e rometse Motlotlegi J McGlu- bophirima kwa pele le go tlotla mananeo a Kgotla- wa go tsena mo boemong jwa ga Motlotlegi Hattingh. theomolao. Ditokololo tse di ikanisitswe ka Labotlhano 13 Ngwa- Hon. Susana Dantjie Re simolotse setlha sa ngwaga sa meletlo. A re naitseele 2015 mo Ntlong ya Kgotlatheomolao ya NWPL Speaker itumeleng ka boikarabelo le go tsamaya ka pabale- Bokonebophirima. Jaaka Kgotlatheomolao re amogela sego kwa mafelong otlhe a re kgethang go ya kwa go ditokololo tse dišwa, mme re lebeletse seabe sa bona se sentle mo ona. Bao ba ketekang Keresemose, Keresemose wa Boitumelo! Ke go iseng porofense ya rona kwa pele. eleletsa batho botlhe ba porofense ngwaga o mošwa wa katlego. Jaaka Kgotlatheomolao re ne re tshwere lenaneo la rona la “buisa- Bokonebophirima e tla bo e amogetse bajanala ba le diketekete na le Kgotlatheomolao” kwa mmasepaleng wa selegae wa Venters- ba ba tla batlang go nna le maitemogelo a mantle mo dorp. Maikaelelo a lenaneo le ke go netefatsa gore batho ba porofenseng ya rona. A re tsweleleng go dira porofense ya rona porofense e ya rona ba tlhaloganya tiro le seabe sa Kgotlatheomo- lefelo le le batliwang ke bajanala botlhe go ralala lefatshe ka go lao jaaka go tlametswe mo Molaotheong. Ntlhaphitlhelelo ya rona netefatsa maitemogelo a a gaisang le ditirelo tsa boleng go re le Kgotlatheomolao ka lenaneo le ke go tlhelela botennye jwa baeng ba rona jaaka karolo ya Tshwaosešwa, Peôsešwa le baagi ba rona ba ba neng ba gateletswe e bile ba sena didiriswa. Ke Ntšhwafatso ya porofense ya batho, Bokonebophirima! Jaaka rata gape go leboga Ditokololo tsa Kgotlatheomolao; Makhanse- karolo ya seabe sa rona go aga setšhaba le kopano ya loago, re tla lara le baagi ka tshegetso ya bona e kgolo le go tsaya karolo mo bo re tshwere lenaneo la rona la Poelano, Phodiso le Ntšhwafatso lenaneong le. mo tshimologong ya Sedimonthole 2015. Ke rata go laletsa Kgotlatheomolao gape e lebeletse le go amogela dipegelo tsa batho botlhe ba porofense kwa tiragalong e e botlhokwa thata e, ngwaga tsa mafapha otlhe a porofense le ditheo tsa ona ga e re e tshwarang kgwedi le kgwedi. mmogo le bommasepala. E ke nngwe ya ditiro tse di botlhokwa tsa Ke tswelela go lebogela tirisanommogo, tshegetso le go tsaya bolebeledi tsa Kgotlatheomolao mo go tlhatlhobeng mafapha karolo ga Magosi a porofense ya rona mo mananeong otlhe a kgatlhanong le ‘ntlhaphitlhelelo tse di neng pele di rulagantswe. rona re le Kgotlatheomolao. Tshegetso e ba e neileng setheo se Mokhuduthamaga wa Matlotlo, Ikonomi le Tlhabololo ya Dikgwe- ke e e kwa godimo thata mme ke solofela gore mowa o montle bo, Motlotlegi Wendy Nelson gape o beile dipaakanyo tsa wa go dira o tla tswelela go feta 2015 mo go fetoleng matshelo a Tekanyetsokabo tsa porofense tse di tlamelang mafapha ka tšhono batho ba rona gore a nne botoka. ya go baakanya ditlapele le go sutisa matlole go kgabaganya le mo Kwa bokhutlong, ke rata go leboga Ditokololo tsotlhe tse di mananeong a ona go ya ka ditlamelo tsa Molao wa Tsamaiso ya tlotlegang tsa Kgotlatheomolao ya porofense ya Bokonebophiri- Matlole a Setšhaba (PFMA). ma ka dingangisano tse di tlhamaletseng tsa sepolotiki le Tlhokego ya metsi e tlhageletse e le nngwe ya dikgwetlho tse di dipuisano le go tshola Khuduthamaga e ikarabela go batho. tlhokang go lebelelwa ka tsenelelo go tswa mo go rona rotlhe. Ntetle gape go tlhagisa malebo a me go badiri ba tsamaiso ba ba Dikarolo di le dintsi mo nageng di goeleditswe gore ke tsa tshegetsang Kgotlatheomolao ya Porofense ya Bokonebophiri- matlhotlhapelo. A re somareleng didiriswa tsa metsi mo ma ka matsapa a bona a a sa feleng le tshegetso ya bona mo go porofenseng ka ditsela tsotlhe tse di kgonegang. Re lemoga diragatseng taolelo ya setheo. Mongwe wa bakwadi o rile “re ka matsapa a puso le go bua ka ga tlhokego ya metsi le fa go le jalo, se atlholwe ka tsela e re humisang matshelo a bao ba setseng ba ntlha ke gore seno ke kgwetlho ya tlhago ka ntlha ya leuba le le sa na le gone, mme ka tsela e re humisang matshelo a bao ba se laolegeng. Go tlhokega matsapa a a kopanetsweng go tswa go nang sepe.” Maaforikaborwa otlhe go netefatsa gore re somarela metsi. Mmogo re isa porofense ya batho, Bokonebophirima kwa pele! Go bonagetse mo dikarolong di le dintsi tsa porofense gore

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 9 Speaker’s Hoek

Ons is amper aan die einde van 2015, ’n jaar van die Vryheidsmani- Ekonomie en Onderneming Ontwekkeling, Hon Wendy Nelson het fes, soos verklaar deur die the President van die Republiek. Ons ook die begroting aanpassings vir die provinsie ter tafel gelê het ‘n aantal aktiwitiete deur die regering gesien wat wat ‘n geleentheid vir die departemente verskaf het om te positiewe bygedra het tot die lewens van Suid Afrikaners, herprioritiseer en fondse te skuif binne en oor hul op alle vlakke, om te verseker dat ons die waarde van die programme soos per die bepaling van die Wet op die vryheidsmanifes te besef en na vore te bring . Die Bestuur van Openbare Finansies Wet(BOFW). Water- mense sal regeer, en dat Suid Afrika aan almal behoort tekorte het na vore gekom as een van die uitdagings wat daarin woon, dit is ‘n paar van die belangrike wat erenstige aandag van ons almal af vereis. Baie waardes van die Vryheidsmanifes wat ons voortgaan dele van die land is as rampgebiede verklaar. Laat ons om in ag te neem as ‘n land. Soos die Wetgewer het ons waterbronne in die Provinsie op alle moontlike maniere ‘n aantal programme geïnisieer om ons vaste verbintenis bewaar. Ons erken die pogings deur die Regering en te herhaal tot die waardes van die Vryheidsmanifes. In voorspraak op die watertekort egter soos dit mag wees, werklikheid, sal die waardes van die Handves voortgaan om die feit bly staan dat dit ‘n natuurlike uitdaging is as gevolg ons bedrywighede te lei soos die Wetgewer, selfs buite die 2015 van die droogte wat buite ons beheer is. Dit vereis gesament- aangesien dit grondliggende waardes van ons Grondwet is. Hon. Susana Dantjie like pogings van ale Suid Afrikaners om te verseker dat ons Die Wetgewer bly oop vir alle burgers daarom moedig ons NWPL Speaker water bewaar. almal aan om aktief deel te neem in ons programme. Op Dit het duidelik geword in baie dele van die Provinsie dat daardie noot, laat ons al Suid Afrikaners aansluit soos ons die die Setsokotsane Program wat deur die Uitvoerende begin is onder die Nasionale Regte van Gestremdheid Bewusheid Maand herdenk. Alhoewel leierskaap van die Premier Geagte Supra Obakeng Ramoeletsi Mahuma- daar nog uitdagings in die stelsel is gegewe die geskiedenis van hierdie pelo; het ń beduidende impak in die mense van die Provinsie. Soos die land, moet ons die winste erken wat gemaak is in die beskerming, bevorder- Wetgewer, waardeer ons hierdie inisiatief deur die Uitvoerende en ons sal ing en handhawing van die regte van persone met gestremdhede sedert die voortgaan om ons toesighoudende rol te speel om te verseker dat die aanvaaring van die Vryheidsmanifes 60 jaar gelede en die 21 jaar van program voortgaan om gewenste uitslae te lewer in die verbetering van die demokrasie. lewens van onse mense. Ek wil die Premier en die Uitvoerende Raad prys Op die 25ste van November, het die regering die 16 Dae van Aktivisme vir hulle verpligting en toewyding om die lewens van die mense van die bekendgestel, wat ‘n veldtog is om teen die misbruik van vroue en kinders te Noordwes voorentoe te neem en in die verering van die programme van veg. Kom ons werk saam om ‘n ongewelddadige samelewing voorentoe te die Wetgewer. Ons het die feesseisoen van die jaar begin, laat ons beweeg en om die Regte van vroue en kinders te beskerm. Verder; op 1 verantwoordelik geniet en veilig reis na al die bestemmings van ons keuse. December, is dit die Wêreld Vigsdag, waar ons ons ondersteuning aan die Diegene wat Keersfees vier, Geseënde Keersfees. Ek wens al die mense mense wat met MIV leef te toon en om diegene wat as gevolg van die siekte van die Provinsie ‘n voorspoedige nuwe jaar. Die Noordwes sal duisende gesterf het te onthou. As deel van die veldtog wil ek almal aanmoedig om te en duisende toeriste gasheer wat sal verkies om ‘n goeie ervaring in ons gaan vir toetsing, om die stigmatisering en diskriminasie teen mense wat Provinsie te spandeer. Laat ons voortgaan om ons Provinsie ‘n verkieslike met HIV en Vigs lewe te stop. Ek neem hierdie geleentheid en bekelmtoon bestemming vir alle toeriste deur die wêreld te maak deur ‘n uitstekende kortliks die aktiwiteite van die maand van November vir die Instelling. Die ervaring te verseker en kwaliteit dienste vir ons besoekers as deel van, Wetgewer het twee lede ingesweer na die bedanking van Hon C. Maine (van herposisionering en hernuwing van die mense se Provinsie, die Noordwes! die African National Congress) en Hon C. Hattingh (van die Demokratiese Soos deel van ons bydra aan die nasiebou en sosiale samehorigheid, sal Alliansie). Ek will graag, eerstens, die goeie werkende verhoudinge met die ons ons versoening, genesing en hernuwing program in die begin van uitgaande lede van die Wetgewer waardeer en hulle positiewe bydra by die December 2015 hou. Ek wil graag all die mense van die Provinsie nooi na Instelling en by die Provinsie erken. Die African National Congress het hierdie belangrike gebeurtenis wat ons elke maand hou. Geagte. S Lehare ontplooi om Geagte Maine te vervang; terwyl die Demokratiese Alliansie Geagte J McGluwa ontplooi het om Geagte Hattingh Ek wil verder die samewerking waardeer, die ondersteuning en te vervang. Hierdie Lede is op Vrydag ingesweer, 13 November 2015 in die deelneming van die tradisionele leierskap van ons Provinsie in al ons Noordwes Wetgewer Kamer. Soos die Wetgewer, verwelkom ons die nuwe programme as die Wetgewer. Die ondersteuning wat hulle aan die lede en sien uit na hul positiewe bydrae om ons Provinsie voorentoe te Instelling gegee het, is uiters waardevol en ek hoop dat die goeie werkende beweeg. gees sal voortgaan verby 2015 in die verandering van die lewens van ons mense vir die beste. Ten slotte, wil ek al die Agbare Lede van die Soos die Wetgewer, het ons ons program gehou wat genoem word “Wees Noordwes Provinsiale Wetgewer dank, vir konstruktiewe politieke debate betrokke by die Wetgewer” in die Ventersdorp Plaaslike Munisipaliteit. Die en betrokkenheid en om die Uitvoerende verantwoordelik te hou aan die doel van hierdie program is om te verseker dat die mense van ons Provinsie mense. Laat ek my waardering uitspreek aan die administratiewe onders- die werk en die rol van die Wetgewer verstaan soos verskaf in die Grondwet. teuning personeel van die Noordwes Provinsiale Wetgewer vir hul Ons teiken soos die Wetgewer deur hierdie program, is om die haarte van onvermoiede pogings en ondersteuning in die uitvoering van die mandaat ons historiese benadeelde en Gemeenskappe wat nie hulpbronne het te van die instelling. Een van die skrywers het gese “ons sal nie geoordeel raak. Ek wil ook my waardering uitspreek teenoor al die lede van die word op die manier waarop ons die lewens veryk van diegene wat reeds Wetgewer; Raadslede en lede van die gemeenskaap vir hul oorweldigende het, maar op die manier waarop ons die lewens veryk van diegene wat niks ondersteuning en deelneming in hierdie program. Die Wetgewer het die het nie .” jaarlike verslae van alle provinsiale departemente beskou en aangeneem en hulle entiteite so wel as munisipaliteite. Dit is een van die mees belangrikste Saam beweeg ons die mense se Provinsie van die Noordwes voorentoe. toesighoudende funksies van die Wetgewer in die beoordeling van departemente teen die aanvanklike beplande teikens. Die LUR van Finansies,

10 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 The North West Provincial Legislature’s led by the Speaker, Hon. Sussana Dantjie once again took the journey of the reconcilia- Reconciliation, Healing and tion, healing and renewal in changing lives at Ganyesa in the Kagisano-Molopo Local Municipality. The Legislature embarked Renewal Continues to Strive on the programme as part of enhancing its mandate on oversight, public participation and law-making by involving a for Transformation in Ganyesa broader spectrum of the religious sector, towards a participatory democracy. The Kagisano-Molopo Local municipality is amongst others relatively known for its mass production of the formed part of the event stated amongst silk and cotton material which if carefully altered, it would play a other in a few words of wisdom that, we pivotal role towards the development of the economy of the North should continue to pray for a leader- West province. ship style such as Joseph in the bible who was trusted and honoured for Not much has been left to be desired of the municipality bearing the strategic vision and new in mind the poor conditions of roads, inaccessible water and methodologies that can benefit the sanitation, lack of infrastructural developments are all but results economy. “we should pray for the of poor political leadership that have affected service delivery. It sensitivity and obedience to the voice is on this note that Hon. Dantjie took a stand to fight the inner of God such as Abigail and her anointing battles that may contribute to such dilapidating outcomes of the for hospitality, we need to pray for accuracy municipality, also bearing in mind other forms of challenges and authenticity, we need to pray for good stewardship such as which in general contribute to the wellbeing of a society. Moses for his for good leadership, international covenant bless- ing as well as David’s anointing for worship and praise in giving The Chief Whip of the thanks to God” said Pastor Jika Councillor Olaotswe welcomed North West Provin- all present on behalf of the Local Municipality. Addressing the cial Legislature, Congregants, Hon. Galeng made reference to the book of Hon. Hoffman Jeremia Chapter 33:3 with emphasis of his speech being on Galeng, who spoke on her behalf reconciliation and pardon. Prior to him taking to the podium, mentioned that Reverend George Segotlong opened the session with a word of being a leader or an prayer while Pastor Frank Kamanyane of Nazarene Church led individual vested with a the candle lighting process. Programme Managers, Reverend responsibility to protect and Khotso Ntshekang and Ms. Poppy Mothibi were in charge as guide the voiceless, comes with self-sacrifice. Programme managers. “We are allocated with a greater and bigger responsibility of ensuring that the lives of communities at large benefit Honourable Mahlakeng Mahlakeng also took to the podium and from what has been appropriated to ensure stability and growth addressed the Congregants on the purpose of the day while in the province. “It has not always been an easy road to uphold, making reference to his dreadful experience on 23/11/2014 when but one should never forget those who elected us and put us in he got critically involved in a road accident. Sharing his ordeal these positions, we should always continue to pray to God to and show casing the power and might of God, he said that his leg sustain our humility and never forget the reason we were was broken into two, three ribs broken and stomach injured by elected,”said Hon. Galeng He further made input on the diverse the safety belt. He made reference to the book of 2nd Ditiro, role that the religious sector has played in this strive towards 42-47. The Provincial Legislature was represented by Honour- better informed decisions of a leader. “As we continue the battle ables Mahlakeng Mahlakeng, Hoffman Galeng and Tumi Moiloa. against the plague of greed, power, grudges, perpetual Pastor Elizabeth Balebi of the Christian Unity Church rendered a unhealthy competitions, pain and anger, caused by political healing prayer for the entire nation including the leadership infights for leadership positions, post-apartheid regime effects across board. Meanwhile, Pastor Nathan Cindi of Church of and family disgruntles. “We continue to take note to appreciate Nazarene delivered a reconciliation prayer while Pastor David the contribution made by the religious sector in playing a major role to stabilise our communities,” said Hon. Galeng Jika of Perez Mission Church rendered a renewal prayer.

The Kagisano Local Municipality is one of the many which has When all was done and dusted, on never seen the improper results of service delivery, instead behalf of Kgosi Letlhogile, remains a ghost town affected by leaders who have not partici- Moruti Molefe Thapelo pated much in strengthening and developing the municipality. rendered the vote of thanks Yet with many resources such as cotton and silk materials that to all attendees. can create an economic harbour for the province that can be nationally and internationally recognised, many of those in the lead have failed to sustain municipality. The community of Ganyesa who came in numbers were in agreement of such an initiative and deemed it, as a necessary platform that could never be forsaken towards developing the state of the province. Pastor Jika, who prayed for renewing the hearts and minds of those who

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 11 Engaging With Legislature by Sethunya Moss Kgafela

After launching the Programme called “Engaging with the Legislature” at Taung Mmabana in the recent past, North West Provincial Legislature Speaker, Hon Susanna Daantjie rolls the programme to all the cardinal points of the Province. This time around, the programme was taken to Ventersdorp where about three hundred community members attended. The Legislature, as mandated by the Constitution of South Africa, has to facilitate public participation and involvement in the government programmes and decision making processes. In the spirit of ensuring broader understanding and educating our people of Bokone Bophirima on the role and responsibilities of the Legislature, the Hon Speaker intends to continuously engage with communities of Bokone Bophirima with the aim of profiling the Legislature and enhancing oversight. These outreach programmes are also in line with the approach and government commitment pronounced by the Premier, Hon Supra Obakeng Ramo- eletsi Mahumapelo, on renewal, rebranding and repositioning of the Province. “Itse kokoanopeomolao ya gago” or engaging with the Legisla- ture as it is known in some quarters, the programme is one of the strategies to respond to the fifth administration’ approach.

The event was opened with a word of prayer rendered by Reverend Thebe allegedly failing to address the community needs and fail to call community from the Provincial Legislature. Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality meetings. She said that she will deal with the allegations and will ensure that Speaker Hon. Mbulelo Zephe welcomed attendees and thereafter it was all the allegations are investigated and addressed. She appealed to the systems go. In his remarks, Hon. Zephe explained participatory processes community not to destroy the little they have out of anger instead she followed by the Municipality making reference to the Integrated Develop- advised that consultation with the political party is the way to go for progres- ment Plan, Mayoral Imbizo, Petition and elections. The event kick started by sive interventions to take place. At that time, the Hon. Speaker took her the issuing of the relevant material prepared by the Public Participation time to address the contentious issue of the merger of Ventersdorp and division aimed at enabling the community to make easy reference even Tlokwe Municipalities. She informed the meeting that the merger is done in beyond the education day. The Deputy Manager responsible for the good faith and will in the main, benefit Ventersdorp Municipality more than it execution of this programme, Mr Lebogang Ditire took the community would to Tlokwe. “Comparatively speaking between the two, Tlokwe is big through, explaining to them the difference between the Executive and the and has a good revenue base unlike Ventersdorp. Tlokwe has Engineers Legislature, their respective responsibilities as well as their functions. whereas Ventersdorp doesn’t and this means that through the merger, Firstly, Ditire unpacked the notion of the three arms of state and went to engineering services will be in-house unlike the current status quo where town to explain what the Intergovernmental relations hereafter, IGR. He Ventersdorp outsources this service at a hefty cost”, said Hon Dantjie. The further explained the petitioning process and went on to explain the public Hon Speaker informed the community that they have researched before participation process. Ditire explained the mandate as well as the functions taking such a decision. She went on to explain how this move links and of the Legislature making distinctive comparison with the Executive. He impact to the National Development Plan with nodal points/terms of elaborated on the functions of the Municipalities and expressed the reference being made to Setsokotsane Programme as the vehicle towards importance to understand this fully as that way, people will have a better the realisation of Vision 2030 (NDP). After the engagements, community understanding and knowledge. members expressed their appreciation for they now have a better understanding and committed to support the process. The floor was then opened for engagements between the leadership and the community who did not disappoint. The community raised very critical The end came and the programme manager on the day, the Deputy concerns that are service delivery related ranging from allocation of RDP Secretary at NWPL, Ms. Mpho Maleme declared the session closed at houses, health services, sports and recreation, water scarcity and many 14.10. Ward 6 Councillor Velaphi Qankase delivered the vote of thanks more. A platform for political education was thus laid and Hon. Tumi Moiloa note. The show goes on, the venue and date of the next leg of the (Member of the Provincial Legislature) took to the mic. Step by step, she programme will be made known to you through this magazine, keep on rendered political education while outlining the functionalities of the three reading and ensure that you do not lose out. organs of state. The community applauded her articulation and the lucid way of explaining, I overheard some community members talking among themselves saying, she surely was a teacher. The Speaker of Dr Kenneth Kaunda Municipality Hon. Mbulelo Zephe also assisted the process by giving relevant responses to the community. The moment of truth came, the Provincial Legislature Speaker Hon. Sussana Dantjie took to the fore and addressed the community. The Hon. Speaker started by reminding everyone about their respective responsibilities both in the community and social circles. She reminded the community about the 16 days of activism against women and children in the process making an appeal to men to respect the rights of women beyond the 16 days of activism against the abuse of women and children. She also appealed to the community to respect their spouses, that way minimising tensions. On another matter, the Hon Speaker made a clarion call to the Provincial and National Community to preserve water, use it sparingly as it has now turned out to be a scarce commodity. She advised farmers to consider scaling down their livestock lest they lose out as the drought intensify. On the service delivery related issues and concerns raised by the Community, the Hon Speaker committed that the Legislature will ensure that all legitimate concerns raised will be accordingly attended to.

She appreciated that despite the challenges facing the community, the community gave them a hearing. Responding to the complaints raised by the community, the Hon Speaker said that it is regretted that Councillors are

12 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 The North West Transport Investments Interim Board Accounts to the Portfolio Committee

On Thursday, 05 November 2015, ni. In responding to why they had not submitted a handover the North West Provincial Legisla- report, the former board’s chairperson Mr Gwabeni said they ture's Portfolio Committee on were just told that they have been disbanded and that the Public Works, Roads, Transport administrator or the new board has not called them to request and Community Safety instructed for a handover report. the North West Transport Invest- ment (NTI)’s new board of directors He alleged that the board was illegally dissolved hence four of to submit within 7 days their Plan of the board members resigned leaving the Action that informs the terms of reference for board with only three members but that their appointment. In 14 days they should also submit a report he will be appearing in court against the detailing the total number of buses in the books of the NTI at provincial government on the 12th of the end of financial year of 2012, 2013, 2014 and 2015; a November instantly but the matter(s) is number of buses sold and reasons for such sales; number of still subjudicare therefore he cannot buses purchased, number of routes, breakdown of a total comment on it. revenue, cost and cost drivers, surplus and or shortfalls, number of employees and indicate whether there On the issue about the sale of buses, he conceded that indeed has been retrenchments as well as an buses were sold to which effect some individuals got buses for indication regarding five main service themselves at a price of new buses whereas the buses providers, service provided and procured were used (second hand). On the issue of assets, Mr annual amounts. They are also Gwabeni indicated that there are 568 buses that makes up the required to submit a report on their value of the NTI assets as standing at six billion rand informed audit outcomes with details of the last by various pieces of land across the Province. 3 audit qualifications, and an action plan to address them. The Committee Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee, Hon Jeanette Dibet- also wanted a report on the R30 million so-Nyathi, raised concerns about the fact that there bailout by government which the entity received in February was no handover from the previous board. 2014. This came after the Portfolio Committee read from “We acknowledge the fact that they are media reports that the board has been disbanded and that appointed according to the Company there were also allegations of amongst others, mismanage- Act however the names of the new ment of processes for a one billion rand board members have not been procurement of buses; mismanage- approved by the CIPC, but I also have ment of the funds and assets of the a concern on whether the board did entity; and it is further alleged that evaluation of the company and the asset some buses have been illegally value,” said Hon Dibetso-Nyathi. sold however it is not clear how the process unfolded. The Committee has also requested the board and the task team to also submit responses on management related issues The old board was dissolved on 02 amongst others, organisational structure indicating which June 2015 and an Administrator, Professor Job positions are vacant and reasons for their vacancy; list of Mokgoro was appointed in the interim until a new board was management including CEO and CFO, resignations and appointed in October 2015, consisting of Ms. Ontlametse dismissals in last 3 years; the report on disciplinary matters Mochware, Fetsang Mokati-Thebe and Advocate Pule Malatl- dating from January 2012 – October 2015 includ- hela. The old board was represented by Mr Themba Gwabeni ing progress report on pending cases, who was the chairperson at the time. Mr Gwabeni told the finalised disciplinary cases as well as meeting that the company transports 33 million passengers synopsis of such cases. per annum and has appointed a staff component of over two thousand citizens. He also said while he was Chairperson of Hon. Dibetso-Nyathi also stressed that the the board the financial status of NTI was healthy and that he is entity has actually not complied with the “condemning the planned sale of the entity especially that the prescripts of the PFMA by not tabling their envisaged sale is not well researched”. Annual Performance Plan and Annual Report of 2013/14, 2014/15 financial years. The Committee resolved that these “There is forensic report initiated by former Premier Thandi must be tabled within 14days. Modise which I will make available to you and it will answer some of the questions you have on the entity," said Mr Gwabe- by Sethunya Moss Kgafela

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 13 Portfolio Committee on Local Government meets Municipalities over investigations on irregular expenditure such as the road Dr. RUTH SEGOMOTSI MOMPATI DISTRICT pavement and library projects where we suspect that the Annual Report 2013/14 and Current State of Affairs budget was increased irregularly. Due to incapacity, we In the year under review, Dr. Ruth Mompati District and appointed consultants for debt collection and revenue enhance- Kabo Letlhogela Lekwa-Teemane municipalities received a disclaimer audit ment and advertised the position of the Chief Financial officer,” opinions whilst Naledi Local Municipality received an unquali- said Cllr. Palagangwe. fied audit opinions with findings on predetermined objectives The Portfolio Committee on Local Government and Human and compliance. The Committee expressed extreme disap- The Committee is worried about continuous disclaimer audit Settlement held various oversight meetings with local and “We have a strong monitoring and evaluation system on service pointment on the conduct of the Chief Financial officer of Naledi opinions as the municipalities fail to provide the Office of the district municipalities in the province over Annual Reports delivery and monthly ward-based forums with all relevant stake- Local Municipality, Mr. David Thornhill within the Dr. Ruth Sego- Auditor General with relevant audit evidence and documenta- 2013/14 and their current state of affairs. holders which includes Integrated Development Programme motsi Mompati District. tion, and address audit findings. “We are also concerned about and Performance Management Systems forums and communi- the role of the Department of Local Government and Human The Committee held the meetings with the following municipality development workers,” said Cllr. Lehari. “Bojanala District One of the key material findings and cause for a regression on Settlement and Department of Finance, Economy and Enter- ties; Moses Kotane, Moretele, Rustenburg, Mahikeng; Tswaing, Municipality should relook at its support to local municipalities the audit opinion of the district municipality from an unqualified prise Development on failure to appear before the Committee to Ditsobotla, Lekwa-Teemane, Mamusa; Naledi and Kagisano on financial management and service delivery and ensure their to disclaimer audit opinion was the fact that auditors could not present a report on support given to municipalities,” said Hon. Molopo local municipalities, and Dr. Ruth Segomotsi Mompati; performance indicators are in line with IDP and SMART princi- access the financial system which was created and solemnly Rosho. Bojanala and Ngaka Modiri Molema district munici- pled,” said Hon. Rosho. owned by Mr. Thornhill as a former Chief Financial Officer. The palities. problem affected service delivery throughout the district munici- Moretele Local Municipality will hold an oversight meeting with NGAKA MODIRI MOLEMA DISTRICT pality and financial performance of local municipalities. “When municipalities under Ngaka Modiri Molema District municipality The municipalities also presented on Mr. Thornhill left the district municipality to assume the position and share their experiences. According to the Auditor General’s matters pertaining to governance; The Committee expressed serious of CFO at Naledi Local Municipality, the financial systems of the briefing the municipality is addressing all audit recommenda- bulk water infrastructure; service concerns about the performance and district municipality completely collapsed to such an extent that tions in the prior year. This came after the Committee held delivery; corruption; and successes continuous disclaimers by most of the the Office of the Auditor General could not find the annual meetings with Moretele; Moses Kotane and challenges. The meetings were municipalities under Ngaka Modiri Molema financial statements for auditing. attended by the Executive Mayor, District and those municipalities fail to provide and Rustenburg Local Municipalities, and Bojanala District Mayors, Members of the Municipal Coun- the Office of the Auditor General with relevant “We are also disappointed at the conduct and treatment of the Municipality over annual reports; audit action plans and a report cils, Municipal Managers including senior audit evidence and documentation, and address audit C.F.O of Greater Taung Local Municipality, Mr. Martin Vermaak on matters pertaining to governance; bulk infrastructure; management of the municipalities and the Office of the Auditor findings. who is refusing to cooperate with the Office of the Auditor service delivery; corruption; and successes and challenges. General. General and Department of Local Government and Human In March 2015, the district municipality was placed under Settlement on addressing audit findings. He cannot monopolise BOJANALA DISTRICT second administration in terms of Section 154 of the Constitu- the municipality which affects its performance and service On the 2013/14 financial year, Moretele Local Municipalities tion after being put under Section 139 (1)(c) from September delivery,” said Hon. Rosho. received an qualified audit opinions with findings on predeter- 2014 to November 2014. mined objectives and compliance, Moses Kotane Local and The Mayor of Lekwa-Teemane Local Municipality, Cllr. Kagiso Bojanala District Municipalities received an unqualified audit According the Deputy Business Executive at the Office of the Palagangwe said the municipality has been working with the opinions and Rustenburg Local Municipality received a Auditor-General, Mr. Schalla Van Schalk Wyk, in the year under Office of the Auditor General on their audit action plans and qualified audit opinion on matters of emphasis on unauthorised, review, Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality received a verify whether it complies with relevant legislation. “There are irregular expenditure and material losses. disclaimer audit opinion and Mahikeng Local Municipality received a qualified audit opinion on matters of emphasis on The Committee welcomed improvements made by the political key officials lack appropriate competencies and there is lack of leadership and senior management of Moretele Local Munici- consequences for poor performance and transgressions; pality on addressing the 2013/14 audit findings and ensuring non-compliance with laws and regulations and lack of municipal effective accountability on service delivery. commitment on addressing prior year audit findings.

At Rustenburg Local Municipality, Hon. Motlalepula Rosho said The Administrator of the district municipality, Ms. Nono Dince the Committee is worried about serious crisis on leadership as said the administration team is investigating root causes of the audit report indicated that there is no consequence fruitless, wasteful and irregular expenditure and aims to take management for officials who contravene supply chain appropriate action to recover monies from responsible officials. management policies and lack of compliance on laws and regulations. The Committee Chairperson, Hon. Motlalepula Rosho said there is much instability in the municipalities under the district The Mayor of Moretele Local Municipality, Cllr. Sello Lehari said as many officials are on the acting capacities. “Failure to municipality’s improvement was due to the fact that there is an present close-up reports from previous administrators in the active Municipal Public Accounts and Audit Committees who district municipal council has worsened its performance and did work together to investigate irregular, fruitless, wasteful and not assist the new administrator to change the status quo,” said unauthorised expenditure. Hon. Rosho.

14 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 investigations on irregular expenditure such as the road Dr. RUTH SEGOMOTSI MOMPATI DISTRICT pavement and library projects where we suspect that the budget was increased irregularly. Due to incapacity, we In the year under review, Dr. Ruth Mompati District and appointed consultants for debt collection and revenue enhance- Lekwa-Teemane municipalities received a disclaimer audit ment and advertised the position of the Chief Financial officer,” opinions whilst Naledi Local Municipality received an unquali- said Cllr. Palagangwe. fied audit opinions with findings on predetermined objectives The Portfolio Committee on Local Government and Human and compliance. The Committee expressed extreme disap- The Committee is worried about continuous disclaimer audit Settlement held various oversight meetings with local and “We have a strong monitoring and evaluation system on service pointment on the conduct of the Chief Financial officer of Naledi opinions as the municipalities fail to provide the Office of the district municipalities in the province over Annual Reports delivery and monthly ward-based forums with all relevant stake- Local Municipality, Mr. David Thornhill within the Dr. Ruth Sego- Auditor General with relevant audit evidence and documenta- 2013/14 and their current state of affairs. holders which includes Integrated Development Programme motsi Mompati District. tion, and address audit findings. “We are also concerned about and Performance Management Systems forums and communi- the role of the Department of Local Government and Human The Committee held the meetings with the following municipality development workers,” said Cllr. Lehari. “Bojanala District One of the key material findings and cause for a regression on Settlement and Department of Finance, Economy and Enter- ties; Moses Kotane, Moretele, Rustenburg, Mahikeng; Tswaing, Municipality should relook at its support to local municipalities the audit opinion of the district municipality from an unqualified prise Development on failure to appear before the Committee to Ditsobotla, Lekwa-Teemane, Mamusa; Naledi and Kagisano on financial management and service delivery and ensure their to disclaimer audit opinion was the fact that auditors could not present a report on support given to municipalities,” said Hon. Molopo local municipalities, and Dr. Ruth Segomotsi Mompati; performance indicators are in line with IDP and SMART princi- access the financial system which was created and solemnly Rosho. Bojanala and Ngaka Modiri Molema district munici- pled,” said Hon. Rosho. owned by Mr. Thornhill as a former Chief Financial Officer. The palities. problem affected service delivery throughout the district munici- Moretele Local Municipality will hold an oversight meeting with NGAKA MODIRI MOLEMA DISTRICT pality and financial performance of local municipalities. “When municipalities under Ngaka Modiri Molema District municipality The municipalities also presented on Mr. Thornhill left the district municipality to assume the position and share their experiences. According to the Auditor General’s matters pertaining to governance; The Committee expressed serious of CFO at Naledi Local Municipality, the financial systems of the briefing the municipality is addressing all audit recommenda- bulk water infrastructure; service concerns about the performance and district municipality completely collapsed to such an extent that tions in the prior year. This came after the Committee held delivery; corruption; and successes continuous disclaimers by most of the the Office of the Auditor General could not find the annual meetings with Moretele; Moses Kotane and challenges. The meetings were municipalities under Ngaka Modiri Molema financial statements for auditing. attended by the Executive Mayor, District and those municipalities fail to provide and Rustenburg Local Municipalities, and Bojanala District Mayors, Members of the Municipal Coun- the Office of the Auditor General with relevant “We are also disappointed at the conduct and treatment of the Municipality over annual reports; audit action plans and a report cils, Municipal Managers including senior audit evidence and documentation, and address audit C.F.O of Greater Taung Local Municipality, Mr. Martin Vermaak on matters pertaining to governance; bulk infrastructure; management of the municipalities and the Office of the Auditor findings. who is refusing to cooperate with the Office of the Auditor service delivery; corruption; and successes and challenges. General. General and Department of Local Government and Human In March 2015, the district municipality was placed under Settlement on addressing audit findings. He cannot monopolise BOJANALA DISTRICT second administration in terms of Section 154 of the Constitu- the municipality which affects its performance and service On the 2013/14 financial year, Moretele Local Municipalities tion after being put under Section 139 (1)(c) from September delivery,” said Hon. Rosho. received an qualified audit opinions with findings on predeter- 2014 to November 2014. mined objectives and compliance, Moses Kotane Local and The Mayor of Lekwa-Teemane Local Municipality, Cllr. Kagiso Bojanala District Municipalities received an unqualified audit According the Deputy Business Executive at the Office of the Palagangwe said the municipality has been working with the opinions and Rustenburg Local Municipality received a Auditor-General, Mr. Schalla Van Schalk Wyk, in the year under Office of the Auditor General on their audit action plans and qualified audit opinion on matters of emphasis on unauthorised, review, Ngaka Modiri Molema District Municipality received a verify whether it complies with relevant legislation. “There are irregular expenditure and material losses. disclaimer audit opinion and Mahikeng Local Municipality received a qualified audit opinion on matters of emphasis on The Committee welcomed improvements made by the political key officials lack appropriate competencies and there is lack of leadership and senior management of Moretele Local Munici- consequences for poor performance and transgressions; pality on addressing the 2013/14 audit findings and ensuring non-compliance with laws and regulations and lack of municipal effective accountability on service delivery. commitment on addressing prior year audit findings.

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 15 The House Passes the 2015/16 Appropriation Bill by Senzi Dabula

On Tuesday, 24 November 2015, the North West Provin- and conditional grants however this does not include cial Legislature adopted the Division of Revenue Amend- funding from the Provincial departments as well as dona- ment Bill 2015 (DORA) and the North West Appropriation tions received by certain Provincial departments. Adjustment Bill 2015 during the last sitting of the Legisla- ture held at Tlokwe Local Municipality. The amount allocated to the Department of Health is earmarked to service the unfunded amount of accruals This came after the Legislature conducted public hear- accumulated in the 2014/15 financial year while a R438m ings throughout the four districts in the Province on donation from received from Netcare is earmarked for Sunday, 22 November where the community had the the filling of two Emergency Medicine Registrar posts in opportunity to listen and make inputs on the proposed the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality. Meanwhile, adjustments. the R828m donation by the Embassy of Japan is earmarked to fund the procurement of additional ambu- Please take note that for financial viability, there are lances. some instances whereby reductions were effected. Members of the Legislature were in agreement and voted The Department of Community Safety will use a donation in favour of the Adjusted Appropriation Bill as presented of R40 million received from the Road Traffic Manage- by MEC Wendy Nelson, the additional amounts are as ment Corporation (RTMC) to erect weighbridges in the tabled below: Province which will then assist the department to make a cost/tariff determination to be levied on trucks weighing TOTAL VOTE DEPARTMENT TOTAL higher than the standard weight limits as they pass ADJUSTMENT ADJUSTED APPROPRIATION through across the Province. 1 1 OFFICE OF THE PREMIER R65 256 000 R795 904 000 2 2 PROVINCIAL LEGISLATURE R32 481 000 R305 500 000 3 3 DEPT. HEALTH R179 634 000R9 083 705 000 The Department of Public Works has received funding 4 4 DEPT. ARTS AND TRADITIONAL AFFAIRS R25 518 000 R654 157 000 that will assist to address the backlog of upgrades of road 5 5 DEPT. COMMUNITY SAFETY & TRANSPORT R25 518 000 R654 157 000 networks, with focus being on roads that were not 6 6 DEPT. ECONOMY & ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT R55 000 000 R310 098 000 completed in the 2014/15 financial year of which the 7 7 DEPT. FINANCE R30 000 000 R456 002 000 example is the road that links Ganyesa with Bona Bona. 8 8 DEPT. EDUCATION & SPORTS DEVELOPMENT R187 538 000 R13 619 859 9 9 DEPT. LOCAL GOVT AND HUMAN SETTLEMENTS R3 726 000R2 519 750 000 10 DEPT. SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT R2 237 000R1 336 349 000 Now that the departments have a stronger financial 11 PUBLIC WORKS & ROADS R104 169 000R2 670 543 000 muscle, it is trusted that services will be accordingly 12 DEPT. RURAL, ENVIRONMENT AND R1 103 988 000 delivered impacting positively on the lives of ordinary AGRICULTURAL DEVELOPMENT citizens, together we take South Africa forward.

According to the presentation made by the Department of Finance, Economic and Enterprise Development MEC Wendy Nelson, the Bill caters for unforeseeable and unavoidable expenditures that includes disaster that could have occurred in the previous financial year, emer- gencies, utilisation of unspent funds and the roll-over of unspent funds.

A total of R33 billion is the adjustment made by the National Department of Finance, which has an additional R181, 698 million envisaged for both the equitable share

16 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 North West Provincial Legislature Speaker Welcomes Hon. Sello Lehare and Hon. Joe McGluwa to the Legislature

On Friday 13 November 2015, the Speaker of the North West Provin- cial Legislature, Hon. Sussana Dantjie welcomed two Members of the Provincial Legislature, Hon. Sello Lehare and Hon. Joe McGluwa who were sworn in on Friday 13 November 2015 as Members of the Provincial Legislature.

Hon. Lehare is sworn in, in the seat of the African National Congress (ANC) left vacant by Mr Collen Maine when he resigned last month to go serve as President of the ANC Youth League. On the other side, Hon McGluwa is taking up the vacant seat left by Hon. Chris Hattingh of the Democratic Alliance (DA) who has since been deployed to the National Council of Provinces effective 12 November 2015.

Schedule Act 73 of 1988 schedule 1a Section 23(1) (b) states that “in the event of a vacancy in the Legislature to which this schedule applies, the party which the vacating member represented must fill the vacancy by nominating a person.” According to Section 107 of the Constitution of the Republic of South Africa, Hon. Lehare and Hon. McGluwa took an oath and affirmed faithfulness to the Republic and obedience to the Constitution before they could begin to perform their duties in the Legislature.

Hon. Lehare, who is also the provincial Deputy Chairperson of the ANC, said he is honoured that his party trusted him with this responsibility. “I thank the ANC for having trusted me with this responsibility. I will do my best to change the lives of the people of this Province,” said Hon. Lehare.

Hon. McGluwa, who is also the leader of the DA in the province also said he is delighted to serve the people of the North West Province. “I am delighted by the support I have received in the Province and happy to serve the broader community of the North West Province,” said Hon. McGluwa.

Hon. Dantjie welcomed the two new Members of the Provincial Legislature and said she hopes that their contribution will enhance the good work that the Legislature has been doing to improve the lives of the North West Province. Pilediwa e a lwelwa! by: Namhla Luhabe

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 17 North West Provincial Legislature bids Farewell to Hon. Chris Hattingh by:Namhla Luhabe

On Thursday 12 November 2015 the North West Provincial Legislature Speaker, Hon Sussana Dantjie bid farewell to the longest serving Member of the North West Provincial Legislature, Hon. Chris Hattingh. Hon. Hattingh is going to join members of the Democratic Alliance serving in the National Council of Provinces in Cape Town. Hon. Hattingh has served in the Legisla- ture for 21 years, from 1994 when the first new democratic dispensation was ushered in.

Hon. Speaker Sussana Dantjie described Hon Hattingh as a person who served in the Legis- lature with distinction. “You were the longest serving Member of this Provincial Legislature and you served it with distinction. Hopefully you will continue to raise the flag of the North West Province at the NCOP,” said Hon. Speaker Dantjie.

Hon. Chris Hattingh Hon. Mahlakeng Mahlakeng, speaking on behalf of the African National Congress described Hon. Hattingh as somebody whom had actually taught him and most of the Members of the Provincial Legislature a lot. “We have learnt a lot from his vast experience in this Legislature, we are actually loosing institutional memory.

“Quite often we would go back and ask him, how they actually did something, in the years before we came to the Legislature. He served with all Premiers that we’ve had in this Province. I am actually sympathising with the Economic Freedom Fighters because they are still new in their role as opposition and now he is leaving them more poorer,” said Hon. Mahlakeng.

18 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 Water is the Important Commodity as Important 13. When washing dishes by hand, don't leave the water 21. Water during the early parts of the day; avoid watering running for rinsing when it's windy as the Air We Breadth, Let Us Preserve Water If you have a double-basin, fill one with soapy water and one with Early morning is generally better than dusk since it helps prevent the rinse water. If you have a single-basin sink, gather washed dishes in growth of fungus. Early watering, and late watering, also reduce by Sethunya Moss Kgafela a dish rack and rinse them with a spray device or a panful of hot water loss to evaporation. Watering early in the day is also the best water. Dual-swivel aerators are available to make this easier. If defence against slugs and other garden pests. Try not to water As the country continues to battle a shortage of water, the most tank, safely away from the operating mechanisms. Or, buy an using a dishwasher, there is usually no need to pre-rinse the dishes. when it's windy - wind can blow sprinklers off target and speed affected are farmers who are unable to harvest crops or feed inexpensive tank bank or float booster. This may save ten or more evaporation. livestock. An inter-ministerial task team led by Minister Pravin litres of water per day. 14. Don't let the faucet run while you clean vegetables Gordhan told the media in the recent past that North West, Just rinse them in a stoppered sink or a pan of clean water. Use a 22. Add organic matter and use efficient watering systems for KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and the Free State bore Be sure at least 3 litres of water remain in the tank so it will flush dual-setting aerator. shrubs, flower beds and lawns the brunt of the water crisis. South Africa’s water shortage is being properly. If there is not enough water to get a proper flush, users Adding organic material to your soil will help increase its absorption attributed to the heatwave and a lack of rain. It was expected to will hold the lever down too long or do multiple flushes to get rid of 15. Keep a bottle of drinking water in the fridge. and water retention. Areas which are already planted can be 'top last until the end of summer as a result of the El Niño effect on the waste. Two flushing’s at 1.4 litres is worse than a single 2.0 litre Running tap water to cool it off for drinking water is wasteful. Store dressed' with compost or organic matter. climate. Government said it was studying the weather patterns flush. A better suggestion would be to buy an adjustable toilet drinking water in the fridge in a safe drinking bottle. If you are filling You can greatly reduce the amount of water used for shrubs, beds and there would be a “bit of rain". Minister of Agriculture, Forestry flapper that allow for adjustment of their per flush use. Then the water bottles to bring along on outdoor hikes, consider buying a and lawns by: and Fisheries, Senzeni Zokwana, said Limpopo, Mpumalanga, user can adjust the flush rate to the minimum per flush setting that LifeStraw personal water filter which enables users to drink water - the strategic placement of soaker hoses North West, Free State and Kwazulu Natal have been declared achieves a single good flush each time. For new installations, safely from rivers or lakes or any available body of water. - installing a rain barrel water catchment system draught stricken. With this situation in our Province and elsewhere consider buying "low flush" toilets, which use 1 to 2 litres per flush Water conservation in the yard and garden. - installing a simple drip-irrigation system we need to ensure that we preserve water to the best of our ability. instead of the usual 3 to 5 litres. Replacing an 18 liter per flush Avoid over-watering plants and shrubs, as this can actually diminish toilet with an ultra-low volume (ULV) 6 liter flush model represents 16. Plant drought-resistant lawns, shrubs and plants plant health and cause yellowing of the leaves. When hand I have done some research and I wish to share with you the easy a 70% savings in water flushed and will cut indoor water use by If you are planting a new lawn, or over seeding an existing lawn, use watering, use a variable spray nozzle for targeted watering. positive ways that will assist to save water, see below: about 30%. drought-resistant grasses such as the new "Eco-Lawn". Many beautiful shrubs and plants thrive with far less watering than other 23. Don't run the hose while washing your car, 1. Check faucets and pipes for leaks 7. Insulate your water pipes. species. Replace herbaceous perennial borders with native plants. Clean the car using a pail of soapy water. Use the hose only for A small drip from a worn faucet washer can waste 20 litres of It's easy and inexpensive to insulate your water pipes with pre-slit Native plants will use less water and be more resistant to local plant rinsing - this simple practice can save as much as 150 litres when water per day, by the way larger leaks can waste hundreds of foam pipe insulation. You'll get hot water faster plus avoid wasting diseases. Consider applying the principles of xeriscape for a washing a car. Use a spray nozzle when rinsing for more efficient litres. water while it heats up. low-maintenance, drought resistant yard. Plant slopes with plants use of water. Better yet, use a waterless car washing system; there that will retain water and help reduce runoff. Group plants according are several brands, such as EcoTouch, which are now on the 2. Don't use the toilet as an ashtray or wastebasket 8. Take shorter showers. to their watering needs. market. Every time you flush a cigarette butt, facial tissue or other small bit One way to cut down on water use is to turn off the shower after of trash, five to seven litres of water is wasted. soaping up, then turn it back on to rinse. A four-minute shower 17. Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants 24. Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks uses approximately 20 to 40 litres of water. Mulch will slow evaporation of moisture while discouraging weed 3. Check your toilets for leaks growth. Adding 2 - 4 inches of organic material such as compost or 25. Check for leaks in pipes, hoses, faucets and couplings Put a little food colouring in your toilet tank. If, without flushing, the 9. Turn off the water after you wet your toothbrush bark mulch will increase the ability of the soil to retain moisture. Leaks outside the house may not seem as bad since they're not as colour begins to appear in the bowl within 30 minutes, you have a There is no need to keep the water running while brushing your Press the mulch down around the dripline of each plant to form a visible. But they can be just as wasteful as leaks indoors. Check leak that should be repaired immediately. Most replacement parts teeth. Just wet your brush and fill a glass for mouth rinsing. slight depression which will prevent or minimize water runoff. frequently to keep them drip-free. Use hose washers at spigots and are inexpensive and easy to install. hose connections to eliminate leaks. 10. Rinse your razor in the sink 18. Don't water the gutter 4. Use your water meter to check for hidden water leaks Fill the sink with a few inches of warm water. This will rinse your Position your sprinklers so water lands on the lawn or garden, not on Water conservation comes naturally when everyone in the family is Read the house water meter before and after a two-hour period razor just as well as running water, with far less waste of water. paved areas. Also, avoid watering on windy days. aware of its importance, and parents take the time to teach children when no water is being used. If the meter does not read exactly some of the simple water-saving methods around the home which the same, surely there is a leak. 11. Use your dishwasher and clothes washer for only full 19. Water your lawn only when it needs it can make a big difference. loads A good way to see if your lawn needs watering is to step on the 5. Install water-saving shower heads and low-flow faucet Automatic dishwashers and clothes washers should be fully grass. If it springs back up when you move, it doesn't need water. If We are confronted by the draught. We have it within ourselves to aerators loaded for optimum water conservation. Most makers of it stays flat, the lawn is ready for watering. Letting the grass grow address this challenge and come out victorious, stand up and get Inexpensive water-saving low-flow shower heads or restrictors dishwashing soap recommend not pre-rinsing dishes which is a taller (to 3") will also promote water retention in the soil. Most lawns counted. Let us all save water, let start, the journey begins NOW! are easy for the homeowner to install. Also, long, hot showers can big water savings. With clothes washers, avoid the permanent only need about 1" of water each week. During dry spells, you can use five to ten litres every unneeded minute. Limit your showers to press cycle, which uses an added 20 litres (5 litres) for the extra stop watering altogether and the lawn will go brown and dormant. Remember, “It is the continuous drip of the drop that wets the rock”. the time it takes to soap up, wash down and rinse off. "Low-flow" rinse. For partial loads, adjust water levels to match the size of the Once cooler weather arrives, the morning dew and rainfall will bring A kind reminder though, “Where there is no shepherd, the sheep means it uses less than 2.5 litres per minute. You can easily install load. Replace old clothes washers. New Energy Star rated the lawn back to its usual vigour. This may result in a brown summer faint”, let us all be the shepherds who would ensure that we all use a Shower Start showerhead, or add a Shower Start converter to washers use 35 - 50% less water and 50% less energy per load. lawn, but it saves a lot of water. our precious commodity sparingly, carefully and otherwise, in you existing showerheads, which automatically pauses a running If you're in the market for a new clothes washer, consider buying we trust. shower once it gets warm. Also, all household faucets should be a water-saving frontload washer. 20. Deep-soak your lawn fit with aerators. This single best home water conservation When watering the lawn, do it long enough for the moisture to soak method is also the cheapest. 12. Minimize use of kitchen sink garbage disposal units down to the roots where it will do the most good. A light sprinkling In-sink 'garburators' require lots of water to operate properly, and can evaporate quickly and tends to encourage shallow root 6. Put plastic bottles or float booster in your toilet tank also add considerably to the volume of solids in a septic tank systems. Put an empty tuna can on your lawn - when it's full, you've To cut down on water waste, put an inch or two of sand or pebbles which can lead to maintenance problems. Start a compost pile as watered about the right amount. inside each of two plastic bottles to weigh them down. Fill the an alternate method of disposing food waste. bottles with water, screw the lids on, and put them in your toilet

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 19 13. When washing dishes by hand, don't leave the water 21. Water during the early parts of the day; avoid watering running for rinsing when it's windy If you have a double-basin, fill one with soapy water and one with Early morning is generally better than dusk since it helps prevent the rinse water. If you have a single-basin sink, gather washed dishes in growth of fungus. Early watering, and late watering, also reduce a dish rack and rinse them with a spray device or a panful of hot water loss to evaporation. Watering early in the day is also the best water. Dual-swivel aerators are available to make this easier. If defence against slugs and other garden pests. Try not to water As the country continues to battle a shortage of water, the most tank, safely away from the operating mechanisms. Or, buy an using a dishwasher, there is usually no need to pre-rinse the dishes. when it's windy - wind can blow sprinklers off target and speed affected are farmers who are unable to harvest crops or feed inexpensive tank bank or float booster. This may save ten or more evaporation. livestock. An inter-ministerial task team led by Minister Pravin litres of water per day. 14. Don't let the faucet run while you clean vegetables Gordhan told the media in the recent past that North West, Just rinse them in a stoppered sink or a pan of clean water. Use a 22. Add organic matter and use efficient watering systems for KwaZulu-Natal, Mpumalanga, Limpopo and the Free State bore Be sure at least 3 litres of water remain in the tank so it will flush dual-setting aerator. shrubs, flower beds and lawns the brunt of the water crisis. South Africa’s water shortage is being properly. If there is not enough water to get a proper flush, users Adding organic material to your soil will help increase its absorption attributed to the heatwave and a lack of rain. It was expected to will hold the lever down too long or do multiple flushes to get rid of 15. Keep a bottle of drinking water in the fridge. and water retention. Areas which are already planted can be 'top last until the end of summer as a result of the El Niño effect on the waste. Two flushing’s at 1.4 litres is worse than a single 2.0 litre Running tap water to cool it off for drinking water is wasteful. Store dressed' with compost or organic matter. climate. Government said it was studying the weather patterns flush. A better suggestion would be to buy an adjustable toilet drinking water in the fridge in a safe drinking bottle. If you are filling You can greatly reduce the amount of water used for shrubs, beds and there would be a “bit of rain". Minister of Agriculture, Forestry flapper that allow for adjustment of their per flush use. Then the water bottles to bring along on outdoor hikes, consider buying a and lawns by: and Fisheries, Senzeni Zokwana, said Limpopo, Mpumalanga, user can adjust the flush rate to the minimum per flush setting that LifeStraw personal water filter which enables users to drink water - the strategic placement of soaker hoses North West, Free State and Kwazulu Natal have been declared achieves a single good flush each time. For new installations, safely from rivers or lakes or any available body of water. - installing a rain barrel water catchment system draught stricken. With this situation in our Province and elsewhere consider buying "low flush" toilets, which use 1 to 2 litres per flush Water conservation in the yard and garden. - installing a simple drip-irrigation system we need to ensure that we preserve water to the best of our ability. instead of the usual 3 to 5 litres. Replacing an 18 liter per flush Avoid over-watering plants and shrubs, as this can actually diminish toilet with an ultra-low volume (ULV) 6 liter flush model represents 16. Plant drought-resistant lawns, shrubs and plants plant health and cause yellowing of the leaves. When hand I have done some research and I wish to share with you the easy a 70% savings in water flushed and will cut indoor water use by If you are planting a new lawn, or over seeding an existing lawn, use watering, use a variable spray nozzle for targeted watering. positive ways that will assist to save water, see below: about 30%. drought-resistant grasses such as the new "Eco-Lawn". Many beautiful shrubs and plants thrive with far less watering than other 23. Don't run the hose while washing your car, 1. Check faucets and pipes for leaks 7. Insulate your water pipes. species. Replace herbaceous perennial borders with native plants. Clean the car using a pail of soapy water. Use the hose only for A small drip from a worn faucet washer can waste 20 litres of It's easy and inexpensive to insulate your water pipes with pre-slit Native plants will use less water and be more resistant to local plant rinsing - this simple practice can save as much as 150 litres when water per day, by the way larger leaks can waste hundreds of foam pipe insulation. You'll get hot water faster plus avoid wasting diseases. Consider applying the principles of xeriscape for a washing a car. Use a spray nozzle when rinsing for more efficient litres. water while it heats up. low-maintenance, drought resistant yard. Plant slopes with plants use of water. Better yet, use a waterless car washing system; there that will retain water and help reduce runoff. Group plants according are several brands, such as EcoTouch, which are now on the 2. Don't use the toilet as an ashtray or wastebasket 8. Take shorter showers. to their watering needs. market. Every time you flush a cigarette butt, facial tissue or other small bit One way to cut down on water use is to turn off the shower after of trash, five to seven litres of water is wasted. soaping up, then turn it back on to rinse. A four-minute shower 17. Put a layer of mulch around trees and plants 24. Use a broom, not a hose, to clean driveways and sidewalks uses approximately 20 to 40 litres of water. Mulch will slow evaporation of moisture while discouraging weed 3. Check your toilets for leaks growth. Adding 2 - 4 inches of organic material such as compost or 25. Check for leaks in pipes, hoses, faucets and couplings Put a little food colouring in your toilet tank. If, without flushing, the 9. Turn off the water after you wet your toothbrush bark mulch will increase the ability of the soil to retain moisture. Leaks outside the house may not seem as bad since they're not as colour begins to appear in the bowl within 30 minutes, you have a There is no need to keep the water running while brushing your Press the mulch down around the dripline of each plant to form a visible. But they can be just as wasteful as leaks indoors. Check leak that should be repaired immediately. Most replacement parts teeth. Just wet your brush and fill a glass for mouth rinsing. slight depression which will prevent or minimize water runoff. frequently to keep them drip-free. Use hose washers at spigots and are inexpensive and easy to install. hose connections to eliminate leaks. 10. Rinse your razor in the sink 18. Don't water the gutter 4. Use your water meter to check for hidden water leaks Fill the sink with a few inches of warm water. This will rinse your Position your sprinklers so water lands on the lawn or garden, not on Water conservation comes naturally when everyone in the family is Read the house water meter before and after a two-hour period razor just as well as running water, with far less waste of water. paved areas. Also, avoid watering on windy days. aware of its importance, and parents take the time to teach children when no water is being used. If the meter does not read exactly some of the simple water-saving methods around the home which the same, surely there is a leak. 11. Use your dishwasher and clothes washer for only full 19. Water your lawn only when it needs it can make a big difference. loads A good way to see if your lawn needs watering is to step on the 5. Install water-saving shower heads and low-flow faucet Automatic dishwashers and clothes washers should be fully grass. If it springs back up when you move, it doesn't need water. If We are confronted by the draught. We have it within ourselves to aerators loaded for optimum water conservation. Most makers of it stays flat, the lawn is ready for watering. Letting the grass grow address this challenge and come out victorious, stand up and get Inexpensive water-saving low-flow shower heads or restrictors dishwashing soap recommend not pre-rinsing dishes which is a taller (to 3") will also promote water retention in the soil. Most lawns counted. Let us all save water, let start, the journey begins NOW! are easy for the homeowner to install. Also, long, hot showers can big water savings. With clothes washers, avoid the permanent only need about 1" of water each week. During dry spells, you can use five to ten litres every unneeded minute. Limit your showers to press cycle, which uses an added 20 litres (5 litres) for the extra stop watering altogether and the lawn will go brown and dormant. Remember, “It is the continuous drip of the drop that wets the rock”. the time it takes to soap up, wash down and rinse off. "Low-flow" rinse. For partial loads, adjust water levels to match the size of the Once cooler weather arrives, the morning dew and rainfall will bring A kind reminder though, “Where there is no shepherd, the sheep means it uses less than 2.5 litres per minute. You can easily install load. Replace old clothes washers. New Energy Star rated the lawn back to its usual vigour. This may result in a brown summer faint”, let us all be the shepherds who would ensure that we all use a Shower Start showerhead, or add a Shower Start converter to washers use 35 - 50% less water and 50% less energy per load. lawn, but it saves a lot of water. our precious commodity sparingly, carefully and otherwise, in you existing showerheads, which automatically pauses a running If you're in the market for a new clothes washer, consider buying we trust. shower once it gets warm. Also, all household faucets should be a water-saving frontload washer. 20. Deep-soak your lawn fit with aerators. This single best home water conservation When watering the lawn, do it long enough for the moisture to soak method is also the cheapest. 12. Minimize use of kitchen sink garbage disposal units down to the roots where it will do the most good. A light sprinkling In-sink 'garburators' require lots of water to operate properly, and can evaporate quickly and tends to encourage shallow root 6. Put plastic bottles or float booster in your toilet tank also add considerably to the volume of solids in a septic tank systems. Put an empty tuna can on your lawn - when it's full, you've To cut down on water waste, put an inch or two of sand or pebbles which can lead to maintenance problems. Start a compost pile as watered about the right amount. inside each of two plastic bottles to weigh them down. Fill the an alternate method of disposing food waste. bottles with water, screw the lids on, and put them in your toilet

20 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 North West Legislature Committee on Agriculture Urges the Department to Support Programmes of Agriculture with Potchefstroom Agriculture College

The Portfolio Committee on Rural Environment and Agricultural Development has encouraged both the Department of Rural Environment and Agricultur- al Development and the senior management of the Potchefstroom College to work together and intensify agricultural development initiatives in communities of the North West Province.

This came after the Committee oversight meeting with the stakehold- ers to address issues at Potchefstroom College regarding the unsatis- factory state of the kitchen; employees hired on a temporary basis whilst there are permanent staff hired at the institution who can perform the same duties and be paid overtime and the discontentment with regards the current exorbitant fees structure and questionable qualifications on some of the professional staff.

A member of the Committee, Hon. Hlomane Chauke, who chaired the meeting on behalf of the Committee Chairperson, Hon. Ndleleni Duma stated that they wanted to check the level on the central role the college and department plays towards the development of agriculture as one of the three developmental pillars in the provincial government. “As part of rebranding, repositioning and renewing the Province, agriculture should see the support it needs starting from the tertiary level where all necessary skills are acquired to grow the economy as part of the three (3) pillars in the Province,” urged Hon. Chauke

The department stated that thus far, they have not played enough role in the development towards strengthening the capacity, particularly in the area of women and the youth in agriculture and supporting mechanisms that would grow the Province through the integration with the college. The Chief Financial Officer in the department, Mr. Pakino Mothupi mentioned that 70% of the revenue made in the college goes back to Treasury and therefore this bears detrimental effect on the support needed to allocate skills, resources and land that would assist the women and youth marginalised to be empowered. “We intend to make agriculture a revenue stream however due to the 70% of revenue that goes to the Department of Finance, we fail in this objective,” said Mr. Mothupi

The Campus Manager, Mr. Lufuno Thovhakale stated that the college has the lowest student fees in the country with up to R14000 paid per annum and is recognised both internationally and locally with most coming from as far as Switzerland and Gauteng respectively.

“Compared to other agricultural colleges such as the Elsenburg Agricultural Training Institute in the Western Cape Province which costs a total of R49949 per annum and the Owen Sithole College which charges R19000 per annum, this is one of the very lowest charging college with the best curriculum internationally recognised,” said Mr. Thovhakale

He also stated that 84 staff members are employed on a permanent basis and they all qualify for overtime payment as approved by the Head of the department. Thovhakale further stated that he is not aware of the alleged “questionable qualifications” by some employees as all have gone the proper route on the recruitment processes.

The Committee acknowledged the college’s provision of the best agricultural knowledge and skills towards the development of students while registering a concern that the impact thereof needs to be imparted to all and sundry in order to enhance the ideal of provincial agricultural development.

The committee made recommendations to the department to intensify a structured programme of developing women and youth who are interested in the agricultural sector to grow the economy of the province. They also recommended to look into the budget structure with the MEC for Finance with a view to access adequate financial support towards the community.

NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 21 North West SCOPA tells the Department of Public Works to investigate R2,4 billion Irregular Expenditure

of the contract and record management units respectively. We cannot have a key unit such as contract management which does not have permanent and proper qualified personnel and not well managed in such a department”. “Overcommitted funds which are not appropriated have compromised service delivery in the coming financial years and road projects in Kagisa- no-Molopo Local Municipality had to be stopped due to lack of funds,” said Hon. Mahlakeng.

MEC for the department, Madoda Sambatha said the The North West Provincial Legislature’s Standing Department of Finance, Economy and Enterprise Committee on Provincial Public Accounts led by Hon. Development has conducted a forensic investigation in Mahlakeng Mahlakeng has requested the Department the Department of Public Works and Roads. of Public Works and Roads to investigate irregular expenditure of R2,4 billion incurred in the previous “Some of the issues on the investigations were irregular financial years while urged to employ attributes of expenditure and overcommitted funds which were consequence management. never appropriated. The department has appointed consultants to conduct provincial immovable asset This came after the Committee held a public hearing on verification. The department is currently in the process the Public Finance Management Act audit outcomes of of appointing relevant personnel in the contract man- the financial year 2014/15 with the department. In the agement unit which is located in the chief financial year under review, the department received a qualified officer’s unit. audit opinion with matters of emphasis on movable tangible capital assets, irregular expenditure and “The department with the help of Department of commitments. According to a Senior Manager in the Culture, Arts and Traditional Affairs has appointed an Office of the Auditor General, Mr. Pieter Maritz, key archivist and personnel who will manage the records issues on the audit report for the department includes management unit. EXCO has also taken a decision to lack of proper project and contract management centralise planning and procurement of infrastructure systems which ensures that projects are adequately projects,” said MEC Sambatha. managed with qualified personnel. Hon. Mahlakeng said the department should submit a “The department has a serious problem of record man- comprehensive report detailing cellphone expenditure agement and regular updating of irregular; fruitless; incurred particularly on suspended officials; while on unauthorised and wasteful expenditure registers. Prior the other matter, consequence management on years’ audit findings are not dealt with as per rules and fruitless, wasteful and unauthorised expenditure and a regulations of the Public Finance Management Act,” detailed action plan on addressing audit report findings. said Mr. Maritz. It is critical not to see the role of SCOPA as that of SCOPA Chairperson, Hon. Mahlakeng Mahlakeng said policemen however it should be noted that SCOPA is the Committee is worried that the department did not there to enhance quality and the effective usage of investigate unauthorised expenditure as per prescripts resources that departments had been given and while of the PFMA. “We are extremely concerned with how SCOPA should not be seen as policemen, all should not the department run its business in relation to unauthor- lose sight of the accountability hence it remains vitally ised expenditure as it opted to unlawfully condone it important the importance for the public at large to know through the Provincial Treasury and the dysfunctionality that accountability existed.

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NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 23 NDP - The Heartbeat of the Nation Vision 2030 PILEDIWA E A LWELWA Legislature Programme for Remainder of 2015-2016 Book Year: EVENT DATE VENUE Senior Citizens Sectoral Parliament 09 October 2015 Legislature Chamber

Auditor General Roadshow 15 October 2015 Legislature Chamber

“O re bone re go bone campaign” 13 – 16 October 2015 Ngaka Modiri Molema District

APAC Training 19 – 20 October 2015 To be Confirmed

Reconciliation, Healing and Renewal 28 October 2015 Naledi Local Municipality

Agricultural Sectoral Parliament 05 November 2015 Dr Kenneth Kaunda District

Engage with the Legislature 05 November 2015 Bojanala District

Disability and Sports Sectoral Parliament 11 November 2015 Dr Kenneth Kaunda District

Speakers’ Forum 11 November 2015 Ngaka Modiri Molema District

Members’ Training 23- 25 November 2015 Gauteng Provincial Legislature

Inter Legislature Games 25-29 November 2015 Cape Town

Traditional Leaders Sectoral Parliament 27 November 2015 Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati

Basadi re aga setshaba 27 November 2015 Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati

Reconciliation, Healing and Renewal 04 December 2015 Bojanala District

Members Training 25-27 November 2015 Gauteng Provincial Legislature

Constituency 30 November – 15 December 2015

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