Tuesday 20 September 2016


The time for MACUFE is now!!!

It is that time of the year where Festival lovers will be flocking to Bloemfontein, the city will be hosting the 20th MACUFE festival. The Mangaung African Cultural Festival is a nine-day event showcasing the best African and international talent. In 2016 the concert aims to be the biggest, most culturally diverse display of African Arts and Culture in the world.The much anticipated event will be taking place from the 30th of September till the 9th of October at various locations around the city of roses. 



In its 19th year of existence the Mangaung African Cultural Festival (MACUFE) is certainly coming of age. As in previous editions MACUFE promises to dazzle its patrons with an action packed and entertainment galore programme. Still guided by its pay-off-line, “When your Heart and Soul is African”, the 2016 MACUFE edition will be rolled out from the 30th September – 9 October 2016. On the international front international artists of note will continue to feature as part of the programme. For the 2016 edition music lovers can expect to be enthralled by the likes of Tamia (USA), Dave Koz (USA) and Sierra Maestra (Cuba).

True to its name and pay-off-line the festival will continue to feature artists from across the African continent. Hailing from Nigeria is Flavour and Kunle who promise to lift up our African spirits with their deep-rooted African sounds. These African music maestros from our sister countries on our continent will be complimented with the equally African voices from our own country. The elegant African sounds of Victor Kgantlape, Mafikizolo, Tshepo Tshola, Letta Mbulu, Caiphus Semenya, Unathi, The Soil and many others will feature prominently during the festival.

Back by popular demand for the nourishment and revival of the spirit are Sfiso Ncwane, Benjamin Dube, Teboho, Umsingizane, Thoko, Sechaba who will be joined by other gospel artists during the MACUFE Gospel show.

Again, the MACUFE patrons are assured of the high level security arrangement at all events of MACUFE. It nonetheless remains the primary responsibility of each patron to ensure personal security at all material times. MACUFE to be the biggest, most culturally balanced showcase of African Arts and Culture in the world.

Develop MACUFE by showcasing the best local and international African artists in various disciplines, providing a quality professional service through an extensive and structured marketing campaign utilizing the multi-skilled professional staff, established infrastructure and resources at its disposal.

The Mangaung African Cultural Festival (MACUFE) was launched by the Free State Provincial Government in 1997.

Since its launch MACUFE became one of the biggest cultural festival on the African continent with international acclaim.
Over the years the festival has grown in leaps and bounds experiencing glitches here and there.

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Saturday 17 September 2016


It's about time again for Free State's most spectacular event: MACUFE!!!!! 

It is that time of the year where Festival lovers will be flocking to Bloemfontein, the city will be hosting the 20th MACUFE festival. The Mangaung African Cultural Festival is a nine-day event showcasing the best African and international talent. In 2016 the concert aims to be the biggest, most culturally diverse display of African Arts and Culture in the world.The much anticipated event will be taking place from the 30th of September till the 9th of October at various locations around e city of roses. To tell us more about this event we are joined by Advocate Tshwarelo Malakoane from the Department of Sports, Arts and Culture, he is accompanied by veteran gospel singer Deborah Fraser and Vusi Nova, they will be performing at the festival

Thursday 1 September 2016

Mamelodi Sundowns'top 9 valuable players for 2016/17 season 

A close look at the most expensive players, that will bankrupt Sundowns in this season


                            Khama Billiat

                         He is worth R22 Million


 Ricardo NascimentoHe is worth R11. 25 Million 

                                                                                           

Dennis Onyango
He is worth R6.76 Million

Teko "The General Modise
He is worth R 6 Million

Thabo Nthethe
He is worth R5.25 Million

Hlompho Kekana
He is worth R8.26 Million

      

Sibusiso Vilakazi
He is worth R 10.5 Million

Keagen Dolly
He is worth R9 Million 

Anele Ngcongca     

He is worth R30 Million                               




                                Celtic promotes players to senior team 

After being thoroughly assessed by Bloemfontein Celtic technical team Sipho Chaine (goalkeeper) Matshego Nyapoli (right back), Keabetswe Mabe (Left back) and Kobedi Kobedi (midfielder) have all been promoted to the first team signing five year deals.

The young lads have been part of the pre-season and subsequently impressed with their maturity and the ability to compete at the higher level. In addition Siwelele has also signed 2014 Nedbank Keyona dream team striker Sydney Masana who was in the books of Mthatha Bucks.
Announcing their signing an obviously elated COO Chabeli Motsamai said “Our development structure has been one of the best in the country looking at the number of players we have natured and clearly giving youngsters the opportunity to perform at the higher level symbolizes our seriousness as a brand to build for the future. In addition, both Chaine and Nyapoli come from Bloemfontein and it makes us happy to see local boys working hard to earn contracts with our senior team. 

With these type of talented players, the future looks bright and their promotion has encouraged their peers to even work harder” he concluded.

Thursday 18 August 2016

The Artist - Nkoali Nawa's Life 


Nawa hand over the art work to the Public Works Department
Nkoali Nawa is the most recognised artist in South Africa. His brilliant work captured worldwide recognition, he is also refereed as pioneer of black South African Art. The artist was born in Welkom, Free State.

Nawa was a goldminer, before he can proceed with his career in Art.  He completed blasting training in 1991, and was a union steward, but turned to art and later obtained a diploma and degree in fine art from Technikon Free State. Heexhibited in Johannesburg, Cape Town and Welkom. He has completed commissions for the Mineworker Development Agency, the National Union of Mineworkers, the Labour Research Service, and most recently Community House, in Salt River, Cape Town.


Nawa became a mentor at various schools in South Africa, fortunately schools such as Teto High School and Letsete Secondary School were honoured to have the best South African pioneer artist as their Visual Art mentor.   

                                                  
                                                             
Timeline:

1998–2001

 He obtained National Diploma (Fine Arts) and a B. Tech. From the Technicon Free State, Bloemfontein.
2002
He was a visiting artist at the Bag Factory, Johannesburg, and at the Great more Art Studios, Woodstock.
1996–2003
Lectured and taught art throughout South Africa.
2003
National Finalist, the Brett Kebble Awards, Cape Town.




His Exhibitions: 

1995 Annual student art exhibition, Central university of technology, Bloemfontein
1998 annual student art exhibition, Central university of technology, Bloemfontein.
2001 Spaza art gallery,Johannesburg.
2001 DC art gallery, Cape Town.
2002 Fordsburg artists studios, Johannesburg
2002 Outdoor gallery(Billboard) Johannesburg.
The Fort,Constitution Hill, Johannesburg.
2002 Greatmore Studios, Cape Town.
2002 South African International Trade Exhibition, Johannesburg.
2003 SA National Gallery Annex, Cape Town.
2003 Association for Visual Arts(member' s exhibition), Cape Town.
2003 Cape Town International Convention Centre, The Brett Kabbel Art Awards,Cape Town.
2004 Fortis Circus Theater, Scheveningen, Netherlands.
2004 Apartheid Museum, Ormonde, Johannesburg.
2005 Renault Showroom, Claremont, Cape Town.
2006 Everard Read Gallery, Johannesburg.
2006 Latelier(Main Renault Show Room), Champs Elyseels Paris.
2007 Everard Read Gallery, Johannesburg.
2008 Association for Visual Arts, Cape Town.


Nkoali Nawa's artwork in Johannesburg, Constitutional Hill.
            
           

Some of his brilliant artworks that went world wide. 






I am Thomas Lethoba, wrote this lifetime of Nkoali Nawa, because I was inspired by 
Mr Nkoali Nawa's work, and yes I had a chance to be  mentored by him during my time in Secondary school.

 "Art is pure; Art is Life; Art attracts; Arts inspires"











Tuesday 16 August 2016


Pink Drive hosts breast cancer awareness

The Pink Drive pay a special visit to Soshanguve complex to offer free screening
Pink Drive joined by various organisations visited the Soshanguve Complex next to Mabopane Station, to address women about the infection of cancer. Most of the women came in their numbers to get tested and to get more about the breast cancer awareness.

The day was organised by Soshanguve Community Radio Station and Pick n’ Pay to take an initiative to inspire and educate women about cancer. The full report is accompanied by the video attached.

Video by Thomas Lethoba

Monday 15 August 2016

Kaizer Chiefs star Mathoho to miss start of PSL season through injury

Eric Mathoho point out at the referee 


The 26-year-old injured his ankle ahead of South Africa's final Group A match against Iraq at the Rio Olympic Games last week

Kaizer Chiefs defender Eric Mathoho is set to miss the start of the PSL season through an ankle injury. 

Goal has gathered that Mathoho will undergo further medical tests to determine the extent of his injury today (Monday) or Tuesday.

According to a source within the Amakhosi camp, Tower will be assessed by the club's medical team, who received a report  from national team doctors late last week.

"I understand that the club got a medical report from national team doctors, but he will be assessed again, this time by the club, today or tommorrow," the source told Goal. 

"However, it seems certain that he will miss the start of the season as he's in a moon boot," the source added.

Amakhosi visit Bidvest Wis in their opening match of the season on August 23, 2016. 

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Wednesday 10 August 2016



Orlando Pirates star Majoro joins Cape Town City FC

Veteran Striker 'Ballo" join the Cape Town Ship

City have already signed Tshepo Gumede and Samura Motloung from the Buccaneers earlier this month.

Cape Town City FC have announced the signing of another player from Absa Premiership giants Orlando Pirates during the current Transfer Window.
Lehlohonolo Majoro, who was transfer-listed by the Buccaneers last month, has found a new home at City who were formerly known as Mpumalanga Black Aces.
The former Bafana Bafana international reunites with coach Eric Tinkler at the Mother City side. The tactician was in charge of Pirates between December 2014 and June 2016.
City made the announcement on their official Twitter account on Tuesday afternoon.

Wednesday 22 June 2016

Two people killed in #Tshwane election campaign violence

Gauteng police have confirmed that two people have been killed in violent protests in Tshwane.“Yes‚ the two people were killed in Mamelodi. This happened last night‚ not today‚” said police spokesperson Noxolo Kweza.
No details were immediately available.
Mamelodi has been a hot spot overnight. Looting continued into the morning and foreign shop owners were forced to evacuate their premises‚ to seek protection at the police station as residents went on a rampage looting every shop.
At 3pm‚ the situation was calm. The angry crowd which tried to storm into the Denlyn Mall had dispersed and police officers sent to the mall had left.


Tuesday 21 June 2016


Community Organizations throws a fun day for young artist




Approximately 50 children from Ditsala Community Project from Soshanguve Block FF, Lebogang Spiritual Choir and Soshanguve Community Radio station came to show support and remarked a memorial day for Bohlale Mokoena.
The exceptional event was organized held, on Saturday 12 June 2016, in Mabopane station to celebrate the victory achieved by the 13-year-old through art exhibitions that were held in Wuyi, China. 
The young and inspiring child from Mabopane, Bohlale Mokoena aged (13) is a young artist from Ditsala children project, the event was basically made special for his achievements. He went to oversee to represent South Africa into the art competition held in China. His success captured attention from most of the community projects in South Africa, in which they vowed to take the life of the youngster to maximum outrage. Bohlale was invited into national radio stations such as Thobela FM, Lesedi FM and Soshanguve Community Radio Station.

The main sponsors of the day were Pick'n Pay that served kids from Ditsala Community Project with daily meals and e'Pap Econocom who facilitated the party and donated 250 000 meal portions to Ditsala Children and a cheque estimated R25 000, handed over to Bohlale for his success. The event was joined also by the legendary of pop music Bapsy Mlangeni(73) to motivate and inspire children.

The children enjoyed an art competition, face 
painting, performances from Soshanguve music groups and a visit by Dr Basil Kransdorff from Johannesburg, who handed out presents to Ditsala Children and handed a voucher worth R20 000 to one of their successful artist Bohlale Mokoena.




The day was organized by Soshanguve Community Radio Station’s presenters and the station head manager. 

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Community Organizations throws a fun day for young artist




Approximately 50 children from Ditsala Community Project from Soshanguve Block FF, Lebogang Spiritual Choir and Soshanguve Community Radio station came to show support and remarked a memorial day for Bohlale Mokoena.
The exceptional event was organized held, on Saturday 12 June 2016, in Mabopane station to celebrate the victory achieved by the 13-year-old through art exhibitions that were held in Wuyi, China. 
The young and inspiring child from Mabopane, Bohlale Mokoena aged (13) is a young artist from Ditsala children project, the event was basically made special for his achievements. He went to oversee to represent South Africa into the art competition held in China. His success captured attention from most of the community projects in South Africa, in which they vowed to take the life of the youngster to maximum outrage. Bohlale was invited into national radio stations such as Thobela FM, Lesedi FM and Soshanguve Community Radio Station.

The main sponsors of the day were Pick'n Pay that served kids from Ditsala Community Project with daily meals and e'Pap Econocom who facilitated the party and donated 250 000 meal portions to Ditsala Children and a cheque estimated R25 000, handed over to Bohlale for his success. The event was joined also by the legendary of pop music Bapsy Mlangeni(73) to motivate and inspire children.

The children enjoyed an art competition, face 
painting, performances from Soshanguve music groups and a visit by Dr Basil Kransdorff from Johannesburg, who handed out presents to Ditsala Children and handed a voucher worth R20 000 to one of their successful artist Bohlale Mokoena.




The day was organized by Soshanguve Community Radio Station’s presenters and the station head manager. 

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Thursday 9 June 2016

Wednesday 8 June 2016

STEPHEN KESHI DIES AGED 54


It's huge blow to the African continent, after it was announced this morning that another one of the greatest coach is no longer with us. 
Caption: Keshi celebrates their victory for winning African Cup
of nations, in Nigeria

Africa is in mourning after waking up to the news that the 54-year-old former Nigerian international had suffered a cardiac arrest in the early hours of Wednesday morning. The experienced coach was recently linked with a move to the Bucs, with the Soweto giants’ boss paying tribute to the departed mentor.
“It's a great loss,” Khoza told EWN Sport. “He made history as one of the few men to represent his country at AFCON and the World Cup.
“He brought a lot of confidence and motivation to players and coaches looking to make their mark.”


Khoza then spoke of his side’s link with Keshi, revealing that there was at one stage a “70% chance” he would come and coach in the PSL.


"There was a possibility before he joined the Nigerian national team,” he said.


“It's regrettable because at some time we were expecting him to be a coach in South Africa.
“It would've been nice to have a player and coach of his calibre at Pirates.


“At the time when he came from Togo, there was about a 70% that he would come to South Africa.

“There are a lot of Nigerian supporters in South Africa. This time around there were no discussions opened.”


Saturday 4 June 2016


Cr7 pleads for Real retirement

Caption: Cristiano Ronaldo


Cristiano Ronaldo has revealed he wants to retire at Real Madrid amid rumours Paris Saint-Germain are interested in acquiring his services.

Ronaldo became the most expensive player in the world when he moved to Los Blancos from Manchester United for £80 million in 2009, a record which Real themselves broke with the signing of Gareth Bale three years later.

The Portugal international has won eight major trophies in seven years at the Santiago Bernabeu, including two Champions League crowns, but rumours of a potential big-money move to French champions PSG have repeatedly surfaced over the last six months.

However, Ronaldo categorically stated he has no plans to leave Madrid and wants to continue playing for the Spanish giants until he hangs up his boots.

"I am going to retire at Real Madrid when I'm older than 40," the 31-year-old told AS. "I am very happy here and will work hard to achieve that."

Ronaldo admitted he was delighted to score the winning penalty in the Champions League final against Atletico Madrid, but insists his attention has already turned to helping Portugal lift the European Championship trophy in France later this month.

"I am super happy to have won 'la Undecima' and now I'm already thinking about the Euro," he added. "We want to give a great joy to Portugal by winning it, which is something the Portuguese people deserve."
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Wednesday 1 June 2016

Komphela part of Chiefs massive clear out decision

Kaizer Chiefs coach Steve Komphela and his technical team were inclusive in the decision-making process that has led to 20 players being shown the door by the club in an apparent large-scale rebuilding process of Amakhosi’s squad.


Chiefs communications manager Vina Maphosa said he could not comment on the individual technical aspects of the players who have been released from contracts, or whose contracts will not be renewed, which will be addressed at a press conference at the end of June.
Maphosa did confirm that Komphela was instrumental in the process of arriving at the names of players to be culled at Chiefs, whose need to rebuild their squad was patently clear in a season where they ended trophy-less and in fifth position in the PSL.

The Chiefs’ communications manager also confirmed that right-back Siboniso Gaxa is among the players who will be leaving Amakhosi.
There has been confusion over Gaxa’s name being on the list of four players whose contracts have not been renewed. In October Chiefs tweeted that Gaxa had renewed his contract until 2018.
“The contractual issues at this stage – the direct answer is that it’s between the club and the player,” Maphosa said.

“As soon as there is word coming from the club on that [Gaxa’s contract issue], we will inform the media. What we are confirming is that as far as Pa Gaxa is concerned he is on the list of players who have been released by the club."


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Thursday 26 May 2016

TED DUMITRU DIES, AGED 77

The late Ted Dumitru during his time at Kaizer Chiefs,
as the head coach
Former Kaizer Chiefs, Mamelodi Sundowns, Orlando Pirates and Bafana Bafana coach Ted Dumitru passed away on Thursday after suffering a massive heart attack.
Romania-born Dumitru collapsed at East gate Mall earlier on Thursday. He was 76.
SAFA Technical Director, Neil Tovey, confirmed the passing of the Dumitru, who has won an array of South African football competitions throughout his coaching career.

Dumitru won two Absa Premiership titles with Mamelodi Sundowns, before adding another two at the helm of Kaizer Chiefs.

He also coached Bafana Bafana at the 2006 Africa Cup of Nations.


#RIPTed


Thursday 12 May 2016

     

      YEYE INITIATE DEPARTURE FROM NATURENA

Kaizer Chiefs veteran mid-fielder Reneilwe Letsholonyane, has parted ways with Amakhosi, on Thursday. This follows after Yeye's agent and Kaizer Chiefs management failed to reach a new contract. It is reported that Reneilwe Letsholonyane has told his agent that he is no longer interested in playing for the Glamour Boys. 
Yeye in 2013
The mid-attacker has agreed to sign a new contract with SuperSport United. 

Kaizer Chiefs boss Bobby Motaung added to Yeye's departure: " When a player has chose a new path, for new beginnings we can't stand on his way. Reneilwe has been a great and a brilliant player since he joined Kaizer Chiefs in 2008, we wish him all the best in his career and in his future endeavors."

#ThankYouYeye is trending over Facebook and Twitter

The Premier Soccer League (PSL) has announced the date and venue for its upcoming 2015/16 #PSLAwards.


The glittering affair will kickoff at the Emperor’s Palace in Kempton Park on Monday evening, 30 May 2016.
The PSL has also confirmed that the nominees for the awards will be unveiled on Monday, 23 May 2016 at the its headquarters in Parktown.
Picture: Sibusiso Vilakazi receiving the PSL Best player award
Former coaches and players will send through their nominations for all the Absa Premiership awards while a panel of sports journalists will be responsible for all tournaments' nominations.
- Footballer of the Season
- Absa Premiership Player’s Player of the Season
- Absa Premiership Goalkeeper of the Season
- Absa Premiership Young Player of the Season
- Absa Premiership Defender of the Season
- Absa Premiership Midfielder of the Season
- Absa Premiership Coach of the Season
- Absa Premiership Absa-lutely Awesome Goal of the Season
- Absa Premiership Top Goal-scorer of the Season
- MTN8 Last Man Standing
- Telkom Knockout Player of the Tournament
- Nedbank Cup Player of the Tournament
- Nedbank Cup Most Improved Player of the Tournament
- NFD Top Goal-scorer of the Season
- Referee of the Season
- Assistant Referee of the Season
- MultiChoice Diski Challenge Player of the Season
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Wednesday 11 May 2016

Councillor’s future in the balance

Monday 9 May 2016


28-year-old woman's breasts chopped off in brutal murder in Malawi
The remains of the deceased

The remains of the deceased



Nyasa – Police in Malawi have arrested three suspects in Phalombe district following the brutal murder of a 28-year-old woman.
According to Nyasa Times, Jennifer Namusiyo was savagely attacked on Saturday morning while on her way to seek medication from a traditional healer. She also had her breasts chopped off.
The three suspects included her husband, James Namusiyo, Piason Damson and Mabvuto Mukohowa.
"Her eyes had been deflated and both her breasts removed, probably by a sharp object. Her bicycle lay close to her body," police were reported as saying. 
The motive behind the attack was yet to be established. 
The report came a few days after a murder suspect was killed by a mob in Chikwawa district after he allegedly killed a woman and ate part of her flesh.
A report said that the gruesome murder was discovered after the suspect had chopped off the victiim’s head and disemboweled her, before eating her intestines and parts of her skin.

Friday 6 May 2016

METRO FM SACK T-BO TOUCH!

Caption: Tbo Touch presenting Touch Down Drvie Show
The Metro Fm radio DJ Thabo Molefe, well known as T-bo Touch was suspended by his employers, on Monday. The Touch Down Drive host allegedly received the final warning letter, on Monday to not host the show at 15:00 on the next following day. 

It is reported that the radio DJ failed to follow the script, for playing the music, the advert and the commercials, as requested by his producer.
Most of his fans were shocked and saddened to hear about the sack of T-Bo Touch, they expressed their opinions through Twitter and Facebook.

Tuesday 26 April 2016

The Frenchman has scored a team-best 16 league goals for Sevilla this season and has been linked with a switch to the Camp Nou this summer

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Sevilla forward Kevin Gameiro has dismissed speculation linking him with a move to La Liga champions Barcelona, though he did leave the door open to a potential switch in the future.
Gameiro is having his best season as a Sevilla player, with his team-best 16 goals helping the Spanish club seventh in the league.
The 28-year-old's exploits in Seville have reportedly alerted La Liga leaders Barca, but the former Paris Saint-Germain player insisted he is happy at Ramon Sanchez Pizjuan Stadium.
"Barcelona? I still have two years left at Sevilla," Gameiro told RTL's Club Liza when asked about the rumours.
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