Vista-E-Edition-27 November 2025

Evolving into a worse hindrance

The residents of five houses at the bottom end of Fiskaal Street in Welkom live in appalling conditions and virtually need inflatable boats to get into their properties Conditions in this area have long been the subject of speculation,discussion and confusion As early as 2020 the seepage that originates from Toronto Pan into Fiskaal Street formed part of a Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) Parliamentary Report. Despite this,the situation continues to worsen,and after the heavy rains a veritable mini ecosystem can be seen forming in the road What appears to be tiny fish are reportedly visible swimming in the water covering the road,whilst a sewer drain in front of the one house continues to pump water into the already flooded road Ward councillor Coreen Malherbe says municipal officials have been avoiding solutions to the crisis PHOTO: Marti Will

Mayor accused of meddling with finances Payments questionable

MARTI WILL

Revelations have surfaced about exorbitant spending on renovations of the Ferdi Meyer Hall, which has resulted in a substantial financial burden for Matjhabeng taxpayers whilst basic services continue to deteriorate

Vista has received credible information indicating that nearly a million rand was allegedly remitted to the company involved in the renovation in a manner that bypassed required procurement and supply chain processes

Sources allege that payments were made without proper submissions, relying exclusively on quotations from a single service provider Senior officials claim that the executive mayor, Thanduxolo Khalipha, has applied relentless pressure on managers to authorise deviations to justify the unauthorised payments, with most payments having been made without formal submissions

The pressure to compel officials to authorise deviations has triggered widespread concern and a significant increase in absenteeism, including sick leave, among both senior and junior staff members The refusal to authorise deviations was subsequently endorsed by several managers, including the executive director of Infrastructure, who has allegedly been subjected to verbal abuse

The R6 million allegedly spent on the Economic Summit has outraged residents struggling with deteriorating roads, sewage spills, and uncollected refuse for months This wasteful expenditure occurs whilst the South African Municipal Workers Union (Samwu) has protested the shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) that has persisted for months, further undermining municipal operations

Stakeholders, including Samwu, have questioned the decision to host the fifth summit amid ongoing service delivery failures and implementation of the financial recovery plan Despite operating under administration, the executive mayor ’ s event hosting continues unabated, undermining the gravity of the municipality’s financial predicament

The Municipal Finance Management Act (MFMA) strictly regulates when and how municipalities can deviate from standard competitive procurement processes Deviations are permitted only in exceptional circumstances, such as emergencies or when a single provider is the sole option These deviations are tightly controlled, require comprehensive justification, and must be reported to the relevant treasury and auditor-general (AG) Frequent deviations indicate poor planning or governance failures

Despite full implementation of the Financial Recovery Plan

(FRP), municipal management continues to undermine Administrator Makalo Mohale and his team from the provincial and national treasury Contrary to the FRP team’s directive to halt position advertisements except for the municipal manager role, management proceeded with interview processes for internal audit positions and attempted to conduct interviews for the labour relations manager position The evidence reveals a blatant disregard for the FRP, highlighting municipal leadership’s apparent determination to continue irregular spending practices

Expenditure on imbizos continues to burden ratepayers, whilst excessive spending on media advertising a practice the executive mayor pledged to halt upon assuming office has escalated dramatically Recently, the communications department was allegedly allocated nearly R1 million to promote the investment summit

This pattern of financial mismanagement continues whilst residents endure collapsed basic services, raising serious questions about accountability and governance oversight in municipalities operating under provincial administration The situation in Matjhabeng exemplifies the challenges facing local government financial management Municipal officials were not available for comment

Dire state of finances spreads concern amongst residents

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An urgent forensic audit of the Matjhabeng Local Municipality’s substantial debt of more than R14 billion is being demanded following recent reports that the municipality is facing imminent collapse

The audit must include the examination of unlawful expenditure and irregular contracts, with criminal referrals required where corruption or financial misconduct is identified Coreen Malherbe, DA councillor for the municipality, says comprehensive measures are essential to address the crisis “There must be immediate ring-fencing of water and electricity

revenue to prevent diversion of funds For these plans to succeed, there must be stability in the municipal manager ’ s office, with appointments made on merit, not factional loyalty”

She emphasises the need for transparency regarding implementation of the 2028 recovery milestones, with quarterly public reports that must be strictly adhered to

“Whilst these revelations have now entered the public domain, residents of Welkom, Virginia, Odendaalsrus, Allanridge, Hennenman, and Ventersburg have long been living with the consequences of a municipality in freefall What is emerging with even greater clarity is that Matjhabeng’s crisis is not only financial but political as well,” Malherbe states

Political interference has systematically

undermined governance structures, paralysed financial decision-making, and transformed municipal manager appointments into a revolving door for cadre deployment, ensuring that no long-term systems are ever successfully implemented

There have been repeated warnings about the cost of mismanagement, and this price is being paid not in figures on a spreadsheet but in the daily suffering of residents

Families now experience water shedding from 17:00 until 05:00 daily, with many neighbourhoods enduring outages lasting for days A staggering 57% of potable water is lost through leaks, whilst sewage spills continue to contaminate streets and homes Additionally, 28% of electricity distributed never reaches paying

customers, meaning that paying residents effectively subsidise illegal connections

Revenue collection has plummeted to 42,3%, far below the national norm of 95%, signalling an irreversible erosion of public trust in municipal services

“Despite repeated interventions, service delivery has deteriorated, demonstrating that an administration without accountability is simply another layer of failure Billions owed, yet money found for vanity events,” Malherbe notes

She describes it as unconscionable that whilst Matjhabeng risks total collapse, the municipality continues to spend millions on non-essential events and patronage-driven programmes

“The residents of Matjhabeng deserve a municipality that serves them, not a political elite”

A life of seeing to others’ needs wholly celebrated

The remarkable journey of Moratwe Mmaneo Elizabeth Gaitsiwe Motsamai began on 8 August 1945, the day she was born in Senekal

Moratwe is the second-born daughter of Mohoje Jeremia Motsamai and Violet Motsamai, and her dedication to education and the arts has left an indelible mark on the Thabong community and beyond

After completing her schooling in Matwabeng, Senekal, Moratwe began her teaching career in 1963 and served the profession from 1964 until her retirement in 2020

During this remarkable 56-year career, she pursued further studies part-time, earning a Secondary Education Certificate (SEC) in 1987, a Secondary Education Diploma (SED) in 1990, a Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree in 1997, and a BA with Honours in 1999

Beyond the classroom, Moratwe is a woman of many talents who has been recognised with numerous awards for her contributions to music, choral performance, and cultural activities, including the prestigious Monyanyako and Moqoqopelo accolades

Talent put to good use

Her creative spirit also shines through in her writing She authored the celebrated piece Dinnete tsa Mmakoma, which continues to inspire learners at the Lenyora School and the wider community

In addition to her artistic pursuits, Moratwe is an accomplished entrepreneur Her product, Motsumi, showcases her business acumen and commitment to local enterprise She has also penned a book, further cementing her role as a cultural leader and mentor

The Thabong community celebrates Moratwe Motsamai as a role model PHOTO: Supplied

Since retiring, Moratwe remains actively engaged in community life

She is a proud member of the Thabong Retired Teachers Association and the Seniors in Action Sports Club in Thabong, where she continues to share her love of song and dance

Her enthusiastic “Ratuu!” greeting echoes the vibrant spirit that defines her The Thabong community celebrates Moratwe Motsamai as a role model a lifelong learner, educator, artist, and entrepreneur whose influence will be felt for generations to come Her life exemplifies the transformative power of education, creativity, and community service, inspiring others to pursue excellence whilst giving back to their communities

‘Squad’ not trusted

A female security officer has opened an attempted murder case against the head of Matjhabeng’s controversial “rogue unit”

This follows a shooting incident that has raised fresh questions about the municipality’s disputed investigative unit

It is alleged that the former Welkom Tactical Response Team member who was appointed to a position not reflected in the Matjhabeng Local Municipality’s approved organisational structure, discharged a firearm whilst pointing it at the female security officer on 13 November 2025

The alleged incident occurred at the vandalised Amogela Mall in Welkom’s central business district (CBD)

A case of attempted murder has been opened at Jan Hofmeyr Police Station in Welkom

In South Africa, pointing and discharging a firearm at someone constitute serious criminal offences that can result in charges ranging from pointing a firearm to aggravated assault, reckless endangerment, unlawful possession of a firearm, or attempted murder, depending on specific circumstances and intent

This represents a specific offence under Section 120(6) of the Firearms Control Act 60 of 2000, which prohibits pointing any firearm real or imitation, loaded or unloaded at a person without justifiable reason, such as a credible self-defence situation

The person in question also serves as a driver for the executive mayor, Thanduxolo Khalipha, during after-hours and weekend periods

During his tenure with the SAPS, he was arrested and faced several charges, including possession of gold-bearing material weighing 125kg and valued at R2 million, as well as possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition

Court records indicate multiple cases against him, during which five suspects were arrested and registered

As far as Vista can ascertain all of these cases were withdrawn between 2017 and 2019 He re-

signed from the police in 2023

Another security superintendent working alongside him, who serves as Khalipha’s driver, faces his own legal challenges A case has been opened against him involving his wife allegedly discharging a municipal firearm last year in Odendaalsrus

Neither officer has faced disciplinary proceedings nor been charged by the municipality

Both officers allegedly belong to what critics term the “Matjhabeng Rogue Unit” within Public Safety, which has been flagged by the South African Municipal Workers Union (Samwu) following irregular appointments and accusations of unlawful activities both within and outside Matjhabeng

The establishment of this investigative unit generated significant controversy in 2022 when Samwu raised alarms about positions being advertised despite not appearing in the municipality’s approved organogram

The municipality proceeded with advertising, interviewing, and appointing former police officers despite negative vetting process results and the police’s advice against the appointments

Samwu has referred these unlawful appointments to court and has issued several media statements calling for a forensic investigation into the unit’s alleged illegal operations

The former Samwu provincial secretary, Tiisetso Mahlatsi, has questioned the unresolved allegations surrounding this “ rogue unit” , particularly in light of missing municipal firearms

This is a scandal that raises grave concerns about public safety, covert operations, and the potential militarisation of local governance, he believes “Who authorised this unit? Who financed it? For what purpose was it created? The people of Matjhabeng demand answers, ” Mahlatsi asked

The latest incident adds to mounting pressure on the municipality to address concerns about accountability and oversight within its security operations

Municipal officials were not available for comment when going to print

Have faith in the greater picture, unseen by the human eye

Do you possess God’s kind of faith?

Human faith often pleads for a change in our circumstances, begging God to alter the reality we see God’s faith, however, speaks to the reality He sees

Remember the story of the prodigal son From a human perspective, the wayward son was lost, defiled, and worthy only of being a hired servant

This was the“faith”of the elder brother and likely the surrounding village

But what was God’s faith? What did the Father believe about this specific

situation?

While the son was“still a long way off,”covered in the grime of his poor choices, the Father saw him He did not see a servant; He saw a son His heart did not resonate with condemnation but with compassion He did not wait for a perfectly rehearsed

apology; he ran, embraced, and kissed his child in Luke 15:20

Before any transformation had occurred, before any amends were made, the Father’s belief about his son was unchanging: This is my child, worthy of love, restoration, and honour

As we head into a festive season, celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ, who came to His own, to restore an eternal bond, may we also see our damaged relationships through the same eyes of faith

Emmanuel Archontakis of Kingdom Ministeries in Welkom

Letters

Recent clean-up effort appreciated

Concerned resident, Thabong:

I am writing on behalf of the residents of ward 29 especially those living near the Tlholohelo Public School to thank the Matjhabeng Municipality for finally removing the illegal dump that has plagued our open field for several months

On Monday 17 November at about 11:00, the trucks arrived and cleared the waste that had been a health hazard for our children and the surrounding community

The dump’s proximity to the school and to Full Gospel Church which sits directly opposite the site has caused great discomfort

During the heat of the recent weeks, church members were forced to keep doors and windows closed to avoid the foul odour, and the health risk to our children was a constant worry

Unfortunately on Sunday 23 No-

vember at approximately 11:40, we observed a young woman unloading rubbish on the same spot

We approached her, explained the effort it took to have the dump removed, and asked that the area be kept clean While we are grateful for the municipality’s action, it is disheartening to see disregard for our neighbourhood continue

The pastor of Full Gospel Church, Past Lefa Mponeng, together with the church committee urges all residents of ward 29 especially those who live near the field to refrain from dumping waste, particularly in front of the church

A clean environment protects the health of our children, our worshippers, and the broader community

Thank you for giving a voice to our concerns and thank you again to the Matjhabeng Local Municipality for hearing the residents’ pleas

A message of hope and great resilience

Lekgutsa Mbele,community activist:

As the matriculants of 2025 close this chapter of their academic journey, I celebrate their resilience, hard work, and determination

Reaching the culmination of 12 years of schooling is no small feat, and every learner who wrote their matriculation examinations deserves recognition and praise

The path to matriculation is paved with challenges - from latenight study sessions to demanding examinations

Many learners faced personal struggles, balancing academics with extracurricular activities, part-time employment, and family responsibilities

Despite these obstacles, they persevered, driven by the promise of a brighter future

As these young individuals stand at the threshold of a new chapter, they carry with them the lessons learnt, the friendships forged, and the memories created Whether they choose to pursue further education, enter the workforce, or take a gap year, the world awaits with endless possibilities

Remember that success is not solely defined by the grades you achieve or the institution you attend It concerns the character you build, the relationships you nurture, and the impact you make in your community

As you embark on this new journey, stay curious, stay focused, and stay true to yourselves

Life will test your resolve, but it is in those moments of challenge

that you discover your strength

The skills and knowledge you have gained during your matriculation year will serve as a solid foundation for the journey ahead Be open to new experiences, take calculated risks, and trust that you will find your way

Surround yourself with people who uplift and support you Nurture those relationships, and do not be afraid to seek help when you need it Remember that success is often a collaborative effort, and the bonds you form along the way can be just as valuable as any achievement

As you venture into the world, use your talents, skills, and experiences to make a positive impact

Be the change you wish to see, and strive to leave a lasting legacy

Whether through significant actions or small acts of kindness, you have the power to make a difference in the lives of those around you

To the matriculants of 2025, I wish you all the best in your future endeavours May your dreams guide you, may your passion ignite a path to success, and may your journey be filled with joy, purpose, and achievement

You have made it this far, and you can achieve anything you set your mind to Trust in your abilities, have faith in your potential, and never lose sight of your dreams

Congratulations once again on this remarkable

POLICE ACHIEVE SUCCESS IN THEFT FROM VEHICLES CASE

Members of the Welkom Public Order Police (POP) have arrested a man (44) after suspected stolen property was found in his possession On Monday 24 November,

POP members acted upon information regarding theft from motor vehicles in the Welkom CBD area CCTV footage revealed a man breaking into a vehicle Investi-

gation led to Bronville, where a suspect matching the description was seen Police confiscated two laptops with a combined estimated value of R52 000

Welkom educator given recognition for water programme

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS), together with the provincial Department of Education, has presented a token of appreciation to educator Dikeledi Mokhothu, who was awarded national winner at the recent Baswa le Meetse 2025 competition under the Water and Sanitation Education Programme (WSEP).

Mokhothu, an educator of the Setshabelo Primary School in Welkom, mentored learners who participated in the competition and secured the first position for the Matjhabeng Local Municipality in the Free State, whilst also claiming the national first position

in the Poster category

The team led by Mokhothu participated in a series of competitions, progressing from district level through to the national adjudications held in Benoni, Gauteng, from 6 to 11 October

The presentation ceremony took place on 11 November at Setshabelo, attended by the school governing body, learners, educators, and school management, who celebrated the achievements of their dedicated educator

In addition to the R30 000 monetary prize won by the learners on behalf of their school, the department recognised the need to acknowledge hardworking educators who guided learners throughout the competition Mokhothu

received a tablet as appreciation for her dedication to ensuring learners are equipped in education and career development

According to Vukani Mtya, deputy director of the WSEP, the competitions expose learners to water conservation and hygiene initiatives that they subsequently use to educate their communities

“Through educators, we channel the right information to learners so that they become responsible citizens and further their career interests within the sector,” Mtya explained

Mokhothu participated in the Baswa le Meetse (Youth in Water) programme, presenting a theme that connected with

artistic expression, where character and conduct combined to create a winning poster at the National Awards

“As an educator, I managed to present my learners’ poster, which covered issues on water, hygiene use, and care of sanitation facilities

“The support from the DWS really warmed my heart because educators are not recognised in most competitions we participate in,” Mokhothu

stated

The department urges both educators and learners to participate in the Water and Sanitation Education Programme

For more information, contact

Nkosinathi Zungu at 082 556 0545 or Kelebohile Saha at 073 440 8781

Five nations join forces for historic donation

The SANBS and the Western Cape Blood Service (WCBS) will join blood services across Africa for a groundbreaking blood donation event, Red Saturday, scheduled for Saturday 30

November

The event aims to engage thousands of donors across five nations, collecting life-saving blood donations to support hospitals and patients in need

The SANBS, in partnership with Round Table Welkom 40 will host a collection drive at Goldfields Mall operating from both Entrance 1 (Woolworths) and Entrance 2 (Rhino) from 09:00 to 16:00

The organisers are calling upon all businesses, organisations, schools, and the Welkom community to join the life-saving initiative

Each participating group is en-

couraged to bring 10 people to help achieve the target of 100 units of life-saving blood

Red Saturday represents more than a blood drive it embodies African unity and solidarity, a collective effort to address blood shortages across the continent, and a celebration of the life-saving power of voluntary blood donation

The initiative carries a simple yet powerful message:

■ Voluntary blood donation saves lives

■ New donors are urgently needed to ensure a safe and sufficient blood supply

■ Blood is needed continuously not only in emergencies, but every single day

Five nations South Africa Namibia, Ghana, Ethiopia and Tanzania

have confirmed their participation in this historic event

Together they will mobilise communities, inspire donors, and showcase Africas united commitment to saving lives

“Red Saturday embodies the spirit of African solidarity, said Marike Carli, public relations manager at the Western Cape Blood Service

By donating blood, we are not only giving life, but also strengthening the bonds that unite us as a continent ”

Thandi Mosupye, senior manager for marketing communication and brand at the SANBS elaborates on this

At the South African National Blood Service we believe that the gift of blood is a shared act of humanity, one that transcends borders

and brings our continent closer together

“Through Red Saturday Africa speaks with one voice of compassion, unity and purpose proving that together, we can save countless lives ”

The collaborative effort includes the WCBS and the SANBS from South Africa the Blood Transfusion Service of Namibia (NAMBTS), the National Blood Service Ghana (NBS Ghana) the Ethiopian National Blood Transfusion Service (NBTS Ethiopia) and the National Blood Transfusion Service Tanzania (NBTS Tanzania)

This unprecedented continental initiative demonstrates Africas commitment to addressing healthcare challenges through collaborative action and community engagement

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Complaints on deaf ears

MARTI WILL

Opposition politicians are calling for urgent reforms to the Matjhabeng Local Municipality’s failing complaints system as residents endure weeks of service delivery collapse across the region

The DA has demanded immediate strengthening of the municipality’s call centre to ensure service complaints are properly logged, tracked and resolved within 48 hours

“By restoring an efficient complaints system, residents will once again experience reliable service delivery,” said Cllr Marie van Rooyen, DA representative for the Matjhabeng Local Municipality

Van Rooyen argued that unaddressed service failures expose residents to health risks, financial strain, and declining living standards She emphasised that an effective call centre with competent personnel has become critical in Matjhabeng, where residents have lost confidence in municipal services

“A call centre must be staffed by officials who can handle and redirect service complaints to the appropriate municipal departments, sup-

forcing residents to hire private contractors at their own expense whilst continuing to pay municipal rates for undelivered services

“The council makes daily promises that effective service delivery is a priority, yet there is no accountability Complaints are lodged every day, to no avail,” Van Rooyen said The DA has outlined three key demands: the implementation of an effective call centre; the restoration of weekly refuse removal; and the deployment of trained officials capable of managing tasks within established timelines Rooyen argued that a properly functioning municipality should respond to the following complaints within 48 hours:

■ water leaks requiring urgent attention;

■ sewerage spillages and raw sewage flowing in streets;

■ potholes and deteriorating road infrastructure; and

■ littering incidents and prosecution of offenders Van Rooyen concluded that paying residents deserve reliable services,

See your town on the big screen

Two full-feature films created by international film company Redeemer Pictures will be screening at Alpha Cinema in Welkom, starting this weekend

Based in Welkom, Redeemer Pictures is the brainchild of Skeelo Khumalo, an established cinematographer who states: “I create films to awaken humanity”

Alpha Cinema has secured exclusive rights to screen Khumalo’s two films: Axiomatic Truth (2023), an award winner at international film festivals, and Repercussions (2024), which will receive its premiere screening Both films were shot in Welkom and surrounding areas, with cast, extras, and crew sourced locally Cinema-goers will have the pleasure of recognising familiar shops, venues, and landmarks throughout the productions Khumalo notes that only 55 tickets are available per screening on a first-come, first-served basis

“Through bold storytelling, compelling characters, and fearless truths, we produce feature films and series that reflect the soul of society, challenge injustice, celebrate African identity, and spark dialogue across generations and cultures,” Khumalo explains “We are committed to nurturing authentic voices, elevating underrepresented stories, and crafting content that educates, uplifts, and endures”

Redeemer Pictures is a visionary film and television production company rooted in Welkom Founded in 2020, it operates as more than a production house “We are storytellers of the soul, architects of change, and torchbearers of African narratives for a global stage,” Khumalo states

In 2023, Khumalo unveiled his debut feature film, Axiomatic Truth, a bold and emotionally resonant drama exploring the psychological landscapes of truth, trauma, and resilience This English, 87-minute feature made a significant impact on the international scene, earning acclaim across continents and winning recognition for:

• Winner, best feature film – African Emerging Filmmakers Awards (AEFA), 2024 (Durban)

• Winner – War of Films (Barcelona, Spain)

• Finalist – Toronto International Nollywood Film Festival (Canada)

• Nominee – Hollywood Best Indie Film Awards (USA)

• Nominee – Los Angeles Movie & Music Video Awards (USA)

• Nominee – Kuala Lumpur International Film Awards (Malaysia)

• Nominee – Kaduna International Film Festival (Nigeria)

In early 2025, the company completed principal photography on their

second feature film, Repercussions, a 94-minute romantic drama grounded in social realism The film continues the tradition of crafting deeply human stories that challenge conventions and awaken empathy Khumalo, affectionately known as Mr K, serves as the creative helm of Redeemer Pictures As a writer, producer, and director, his talent lies not merely in capturing stories, but in reviving consciousness Every script he writes serves as a seed of transformation, created to inspire, educate, provoke thought, shift mindsets, and above all, to entertain

“We are not just creating films; we are redeeming forgotten voices, resurrecting untold stories, and reigniting the spirit of hope, one frame at a time,” he concludes

Screening Schedule: Friday, 12 December:

17:00 – Axiomatic Truth

Saturday, 13 December:

12:00 – Axiomatic Truth

15:00 – Repercussions

17:00 – Axiomatic Truth

Sunday, 14 December:

12:00 – Repercussions

15:00 – Axiomatic Truth

17:00 – Repercussions

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All persons having claims a g a i n s t t h e above-mentioned estate are required to lodge their claims with the undersigned within 30 days after the date of publication hereof. Name and address of

(VERW.: JPD BOTHA/hv/TH0798) www.wesselssmith.co.za

Boedel Wyle:

L Janse Van Rensburg

B o e d e l n o m m e r : 7580/2024

BOEDELKENNISGEWING

Kennis geskied hiermee dat ingevolge Artikel 35(5) van Wet 66 van 1965 die Eerste en Finale Likwidasie- en Distribusierekening in die boedel van wyle LOUIS JANSE VAN RENSBURG met Boedelnommer: 7580/2024 en Identiteitsnommer: 730208 5062 08 4, wie

g e t r o u d w a s b i n n e gemeenskap van goedere met Mirinda Janse Van

R e n s b u r g m e t Identiteitsnommer: 770225 0143 08 2 en wie

F

gewoonlik woonagtig was te

a

7 8 , Dagbreek, Welkom, Vrystaat Provinsie, en wie oorlede is op 27 Augustus 2024, ter insae sal lê by die kantoor van die Landdros te Welkom en die kantoor van die Meester van die Hoë Hof te Bloemfontein vir 'n tydperk van 21 dae gereken vanaf d a t u m v a n h i e r d i e kennisgewing. Indien binne genoemde tydperk geen besware daarteen by die Meester ingedien is nie, gaan die

E k s e k u t e u r o o r t o t uitbetaling ingevolge die rekening.

J P D BOTHA

WESSELS & SMITH INGELYF

EERSTE VLOER WESSELS & SMITH GEBOU

HEERENSTRAAT 26-28 POSBUS 721 WELKOM 9460

TEL: 057-3919800

( V E R W : J P D BOTHA/hv/TH0784) www.wesselssmith.co.za

Estate Late: C Crause

E s t a t e N u m b e r : 3763/2025

Boedel Wyle:

S M E Kruger

B o e d e l n o m m e r : 2585/2025

L I K W I D A S I E - & DISTRIBUSIEREKENING IN BESTORWE BOEDEL WAT TER INSAE LÊ INGEVOLGE ART 35 (5) VAN WET 66 VAN 1965

WORD HIERBY KENNIS gegee dat duplikate van die Eerste- en Finale Likwidasie en Distribusierekening in die ondervermelde boedel, in die kantore van die Meester te Bloemfontein / Landdros te Theunissen ter insae sal lê vir 'n tydperk van 21 dae vanaf

d a t u m v a n h i e r d i e kennisgewing, vir alle persone wat daarby belang het. Indien binne genoemde tydperk geen besware daarteen by die betrokke Meester ingedien word nie, sal die eksekuteur tot uitbetaling ingevolge die rekening voortgaan.

1. Registrasienommer van boedel: 2585/2025

2. Van: KRUGER

3. Voorname: SUSANNA

MARGARETHA ELIZABETH

4 Identiteitsnommer: 431118 0001 080

5. Laaste Adres: HUIS

MORIA, KERKSTRAAT 15, THEUNISSEN, PROVINSIE VRYSTAAT

6 L a n d d r o s k a n t o o r : THEUNISSEN

7 M e e s t e r s k a n t o o r : B L O E M F O N T E I N , PROVINSIE VRYSTAAT

8. Datum oorlede: 15 JULIE 2025

9 N

Agent: FB COETZER PROKUREURS VAN HEERDENSTRAAT 45, THEUNISSEN PROVINSIE VRYSTAAT GETEKEN te THEUNISSEN op hierdie 21ste dag van NOVEMBER 2025. F B COETZER PROKUREUR P/A F B COETZER VAN HEERDENSTRAAT 45 THEUNISSEN 9410

DECEASED ESTATES

LYING FOR INSPECTION

In the Estate of the Late: Surname: NELL

First names: GERT ELIAS

PAULUS

Estate number: 002790/2025

Identity/Passport number: 5102215138081

Date of death: 18-02-2025

Last address: WELKOM

RETIREMENT VILLAGE, HOUSE NO. 7, JAN CILLIERS

PARK The FIRST AND FINAL Liquidation and Distribution Account in this estate will be open for inspection for a period of 21 DAYS from 28 NOVEMBER 2025 at the office of the Master of the High Court Bloemfontein and the Magistrate's Office, Welkom.

Name and Address of Executor or Authorised Agent: Wynand Petrus Du Plessis, P.O. Box 68, Welkom, 9459

ADVERTISER NAME: RECONA BOEDEL EN

ADVIESDIENSTE (PTY) LTD

ADVERTISER ADDRESS: P.O. BOX 68 WELKOM 9460

ADVERTISER E-MAIL: boedels@recona.co za

ADVERTISER TELEPHONE: 057 3525806

Estate Late: M Paul E s t a t e N u m b e r : 1875/2025

ESTATE NOTICE

In the estate of the late

I GAMBALE, ID Number 6408085171089, date of birth 8 AUGUST 1964, date of death 23 MARCH 2025 of 1 PALAZZO LA VITA, 1 DISA AVENUE, WELKOM, No. 2233/2025, married out of community of property.

In terms of Section 35(5) of Act 66 of 1965 notice is hereby given that the first and final liquidation and distribution account in the above estate will lie for inspection at the office of the Master of the High Court, Bloemfontein (and at the office of the Welkom Magistrate), for a period of three weeks from the date of publication hereof. Should no objection thereto be lodged with the Master concerned during the specified period, the Executors will proceed to m a k e

t s i n accordance with the accounts. L A G A M B A L E INCORPORATED

LYING FOR INSPECTION In the Estate of the Late: Surname: RADEBE First names: RIGHT JOSEPH Estate mbe 006873/2024 Iden 60111 Date

Law

Centre, 6 Heeren Street, Welkom, 9459.

ADVERTISER NAME: NEUMANN VAN ROOYEN

ADVERTISER ADDRESS: P.O. BOX 4 WELKOM 9460

ADVERTISER E-MAIL: admin3@nvrlaw.co.za

ADVERTISER

REF: A Styger : Lodene Note: B00368

Estate Late: E F Nunes

E s t a t e N u m b e r : 3135/2024

ESTATE NOTICE

In the estate of the late

ELIZABETH FERREIRA

N U N E S , I D N u m b e r 7702130180080, date of birth 13 FEBRUARY 1977, date of death 29 MARCH 2024 of 41 MT AYLIFF STREET, ST HELENA, WELKOM, 9459, No 3135/2024

In terms of Section 35(5) of Act 66 of 1965 notice is hereby given that the first and final liquidation and distribution account in the above estate will lie for inspection at the office of the Master of the High Court, Bloemfontein (and at the office of the Welkom Magistrate), for a period of three weeks from the date of publication hereof. Should no objection thereto be lodged with the Master concerned during the specified period, the Executors will proceed to m a k e

i n accordance with the accounts.

E INCORPORATED P.O. BOX 2004 WELKOM 9460

NOTICE Notice is given that in terms of Section 35(5) of Act 66 of 1965 the First and Final Liquidation and Distribution Account in the deceased estate of MARIE-VIANET

PAUL (Identity Number: 730522 0231 08 4) with Estate Number: 1875/2025, a major unmarried woman in life, with last known address at 110 Janssens Street, Dagbreek, Welkom, Free State Province, who passed away on 12 February 2025, will lie open for inspection of all persons interested therein at the offices of the Magistrate's Court in Welkom as well as the M a s t e r ' s O f f i c e i n Bloemfontein for a period of 21 days from date of this notice. SIGNED AT WELKOM ON THIS 20TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2025. J P D BOTHA WESSELS & SMITH INCORPORATED FIRST FLOOR

W E S S E L S & S M I T H BUILDING 26 - 28 HEEREN STREET P.O. BOX 721 WELKOM 9460 (REFERENCE: JPD Botha/Herma/TH0796) www.wesselssmith co.za

Afrikaanse nuus in ink

’ n Nuwe weeklikse, gedrukte Afrikaanse koerant gaan binnekort oor Suid-Afrika heen versprei word Novus Media, ’ n afdeling van die JSE-genoteerde Novus Holdings, het op Woensdag 26 November die bekendstelling van Die Papier aangekondig: ’ n weeklikse, Afrikaanse koerant wat van 6 Maart 2026 af sal verskyn Hierdie strategiese uitbreiding versterk Novus Media se posisie in die drukmedia-mark, waar dit voortgaan om titels te bekom en te bou wat waarde aan teikengehore bied

Die Papier sal elke Vrydag in druk- en ook digitale formaat gepubliseer word, en sal omvattende dekking bied van die week se nuus en die naweek se gebeure, asook gemeenskapstories, sake-ontwikkelings, sport, kultuur en leefstylinhoud wat spesifiek vir Afrikaanssprekende lesers oor Suid-Afrika heen van belang is André van der Veen, uitvoerende hoof van Novus Holdings, sê dat die geleentheid om gedrukte publikasies in gefokusde markte te ontwikkel en te ondersteun steeds aantreklik bly, maar wys daarop dat dit ' n nuwe manier van werk en ' n gedetailleerde fokus op lesersbehoeftes vereis

“Die span by Novus Media is opgewonde om Die Papier bekend te stel en sal ons druk- en digitale kundigheid kombineer om daaglikse digitale nuus saam met ’ n weeklikse koerant te lewer Vir baie Afrikaanse lesers is daar ’ n sterk begeerte om nuus in ’ n koerantformaat te lees, en ons is vol vertroue dat die Afrikaanse gemeenskap Die Papier sal ondersteun onder die leierskap van Esmé Smit en Barnard Beukman” Smit, direkteur van Novus Media, sê: “Die Papier is betekenisvol in ons evolusie aangesien dit ons eerste nasionale nuuspublikasie is “Ons het die geleentheid in die mark opgemerk vir gehalte- Afrikaanse joernalistiek wat nasionaal met gemeenskappe in druk- én digitale formaat skakel Die publikasie sal die ryke tradisie van Afrikaanse media eer terwyl dit moderne tegnieke en digitale vernuwing

omhels Die bekendstelling van Die Papier spreek die groeiende vraag na gehalte- Afrikaanse inhoud aan Met meer as sewe miljoen Afrikaanssprekendes in Suid-Afrika, beoog die publikasie om as ' n belangrike skakel tussen lesers en hul gemeenskap te dien”

Beukman, wat as die eerste redakteur aangestel is, voeg by: “Die besluit om ’ n nuwe koerant te begin verteenwoordig ’ n historiese oomblik Dit spreek Afrikaanse lesers se volgehoue behoefte aan, ook as Suid-Afrikaners, soos beskryf deur Arthur Miller, ’ n Amerikaanse skrywer: ‘’ n Goeie koerant is ’ n nasie in gesprek met homself’ ”

Volgens Beukman sal Die Papier se unieke kenmerk in die Afrikaanse media-aanbod gehaltejoernalistiek wees, eerder as blote verslaggewing

“Ons gaan die nuwe tuiste saam met lesers vorm, want kwessies waarin hulle belangstel en wat hulle interesseer staan sentraal Jonger lesers gaan ook tuis voel, want ons gaan die gapings oorbrug na belangstellings en formate wat hulle nou net op sosiale media kan ervaar Ek wil vra dat die Afrikaanse gemeenskap die koerant van die eerste dag af ondersteun en ons help om dit as ’ n spieël van hul wêreld te vestig”

Gestig in 2024, het Novus Media, ’ n afdeling van Novus Holdings, homself gevestig as ’ n multimedia-organisasie wat diverse gemeenskappe oor Suid-Afrika heen bedien Tans publiseer die maatskappy 21 gemeenskapskoerante oor Suid-Afrika heen, Rooi Rose, Soccer Laduma en Kick Off-tydskrif, tesame met veelvuldige hoë-verkeer- digitale platforms, almal verbind tot die lewering van gehalte-joernalistiek

Die bekendstelling van Die Papier is deel van Novus Media se breër strategie om sy reikwydte uit te brei en gemeenskapsverbintenisse te verdiep Die maatskappy sal sinergieë tussen sy bestaande publikasies en die nuwe Afrikaanse weekblad benut om ’ n mediaplatform vir handelsmerkeienaars te skep om met die Afrikaanse gemeenskap te skakel

The new vehicles are expected to significantly improve response times and increase police presence in the community,particularly during the high-risk festive period when crime rates typically escalate Lt Col Simon Ceba and Capt Stephen Gulling received the two vehicles allocated to the Thabong Community Service Centre,whilst Lt Col Matshediso Rulufu accepted the remaining vehicle on behalf of the Thabong Crime Room

Engines roaring for policing patrols

The Thabong Police Station Commander, Brig Envor Solomon, has welcomed three new Isuzu pickup vehicles to the station’s fleet, marking a significant boost to crime prevention capabilities ahead of the festive season

Two of the vehicles will be deployed to Visible Policing operations under the Community Service Centre (CSC), whilst the third will be utilised by the Crime Room for investigations

The handover ceremony was conducted on Monday 24 November,

alongside chairperson of the Thabong Community Police Forum (CPF), Ntsane Tsoaela, and CPF public relations officer, Maboea Hanyane

The CPF chairperson marked the occasion as a significant step forward in crime combating efforts, highlighting the importance of police-community collaboration in maintaining safety

Lt Col Simon Ceba and Capt Stephen Gulling received the two vehicles allocated to the Thabong CSC, whilst Lt Col Matshediso Rulufu accepted one

VICTIM REMAINS UNIDENTIFIED

The police in Thabong are investigating a case of murder after an unidentified African male was discovered with stab wounds

On 10 May at approximately 02:14 police were summoned to a scene where the victim had been severely injured On arrival a member of the community pointed to the area where the male victim was found lying on the ground, bleeding from the chest and stomach Next to him police found a knife with blood stains, which was then confiscated for further investigations

The victim was rushed to the hospital for medical treatment, where he later succumbed to his injuries The

motive for the murder is unknown Police investigations are still ongoing

The victim was found wearing a blue boiler suit jacket, a black beanie, and blue pants The victim identified himself uttering the name Mzayifane before he was taken to the hospital Efforts by police to identify him were all in vain

The police are urging anyone with information that could help in locating the next-of-kin of the deceased to come forward WO Bertus Olivier of the Thabong Detective Services can be contacted on 082 848 8120 or the Crime Stop Number 08600 10111; or an anonymous tip-off may be sent through the My SAPS app

vehicle on behalf of the Thabong Crime Room

Brig Solomon expressed appreciation for the additional resources, stating that these vehicles will be crucial in improving service delivery and crime prevention efforts during the festive season and beyond “The allocation of these resources is expected to intensify police response to situations whilst enhancing police visibility to ensure safer communities for all,” Solomon noted

APPLICATION FOR THE REMOVAL OF TITLE DEED CONDITIONS, CONSENT USE AND REZONING OF ERF 1605, RIEBEECKSTAD, WELKOM FROM “RESIDENTIAL I” TO “RESIDENTIAL II” IN TERMS OF SECTION 16 (3)(a)(e) and (n) OF THE MATJHABENG LAND USE BYLAWS,2015.

It is hereby notified for general information in terms of the Matjhabeng Land Use Planning By-Law as approved per Provincial Gazette number 90 dated 11 September 2015 that TS Geomatic (Pty) Ltd has submitted an application at Matjhabeng Local Municipality, for the removal of title deed conditions, consent use and rezon ng of erf 1605 Riebeeckstad, Welkom in terms of section 16 (3)(a)(e) and (n) of the Matjhabeng land use by-laws, 2015.An application including a relevant p ans and required documents s available for inspection during office hours (09:00 – 15: 00) at the office ofthe Spatial Planning Department, 4th floor Procor building, Room 429, 1 Reinet Street Welkom for a period of 30 days from the date of this notice. Any person or body who wishes to make an objection, comment or representation to the application is hereby invited to lodge and substantiate their objection (within 30 days of this notification) in writing to the office of Matjhabeng Local Municipal, Spatial Planning Department, 4th floor Procor building, Room 429, 1 Reinet street Welkom and ask for Mr Boipelo Molelekoa -Tel:- 0579164011E-MAIL: Boipelo.Molelekoa@matjhabeng.co.za

VA N TITELVOORWAARDES, TOESTEMMINGSGEBRUIK EN HERSONERING VAN ERF 1605, RIEBEECKSTAD, WELKOM VAN "RESIDENSIËLE I" NA "RESIDENSIËLE II" INGEVOLGE ARTIKEL 16 (3)(a)(e) en (n) VAN DIE MATJHABENG GRONDGEBRUIKSVERORDENINGE, 2015.

Hiermee word vir algemene inligting ingevolge d e Matjhabeng Grondgebruikbeplanningsverordening soos goedgekeur per Prov nsiale Koerant nommer 90 gedateer 11 September 2015, kennis gegee dat TS Geomatics (Edms) Bpk 'n aansoek by die Matjhabeng Plaaslike Munisipaliteit ingedien het vir die verwydering van titelvoorwaardes, toestemmingsgebruik en hersonering van erf 1605 Riebeeckstad, Welkom ingevolge artikel 16 (3)(a)(e) en (n) van die matjhabeng grondgebruiksverordeninge 2015.'n Aansoek inslu tend alle relevante planne en vereiste dokumente is beskikbaar vir inspeksie gedurende kantoorure (09:00 – 15:00) by die kantoor van die Ruimtelike Beplanningsdepartement, 4de vloer Procor-gebou, Kamer 429, 1 Reinetstraat Welkom, vir 'n tydperk van 30 dae vanaf die datum van hierdie kennisgewing. Enige persoon of liggaam wat 'n beswaar, kommentaar of vertoë teen die aansoek wil indien, word hiermee uitgenooi om hul beswaar (binne 30 dae na hierdie kennisgewing) skriftelik in te dien en te staaf by die kantoor van Matjhabeng Plaaslike Munisipale Departement Ruimtelike Beplanningsdepartement 4de verdieping Procor-gebou Kamer 429 1 Reinetstraat Welkom, en vra vir Mnr Boipelo Molelekoa - Tel:- 0579164011. E-POS:Boipelo.Molelekoa@matjhabeng.co.za NM10039136-VI271125

Ding mee met beste van die bestes

Drie gimnaste van die Riebeeckstad-gimnastiekklub het aan die nasionale Best of the Best MAGkampioenskapsbyeenkoms in Pretoria deelgeneem Slegs die drie topgimnaste in elke afdeling in die Vrystaat is genooi om deel te neem. Daar was 124 gimnaste oor die land heen wat deel geneem het.Van links is Christiné Deas (afrigter),Elbethel Kolobile,Evan Kruger en Liam Norton FOTO: Madli Grobbelaar

Hugo de Klerk het ’n sliwermedalje op gelyke brug gewen op die Suid-Afrikaanse nasionale gimnastiekkampioenskapsbyeenkoms Christiné Deas (links), afrigter van die Riebeeckstad-gimnastiekklub is as Vrystaatspan-afrigter gekies FOTO: Madli Grobbelaar

Gimnaste van Riebeeckstad het goed gevaar in die nasionale Best of the Best-gimnastiekkompetisie Elbethel Kolobile (links) het ’n bronsmedalje op vloer en ’n algehele 5de plek verower.Evan Kruger het brons in die vloer-afdeling,goud op gelyke brug en ’n algehele eerste plek (nasionale kampioen) verwerf

Tetra4 (Edms) Bpk (hierna verwys as d e aansoeker) het Environmental Impact Management Services (Edms) Bpk (EIMS) as die Omgewingsevalueringsprak syn (EAP) aangestel om te help met d e onderneming van die vereiste mag gingsprosesse (insluitend die statutêre openbare deelname), en om die vereiste dokumentasie saam te stel en in te dien ter ondersteuning van aansoek vir: Omgewingsmag ging (OM) en wysigings in ooreenstemming met die Wet op Nasionale Omgewingsbestuur- NEMA (Wet 107 van 1998) Gelysteak witeite:(GNR983):Ak witeite21C;21D Bykomendegelysteak witeiteen/of watergebruikekan tydens dieproses geïden fiseer word. Na die suksesvolle aanvang van Cluster 1-gasproduksie in 2022, het Tetra4 aansoek gedoen vir relevante omgewingsgoedkeurings om die aardgasbedrywighede binne die goedgekeurde produksiereggebied en rondom die Cluster 1-projek aangewys as 'Cluster 2', uit te brei. HierdieCluster2-toepassingsgebiedhet'ntotaalvan 27500hektaarbeslaan watmet'ngrootdeelvandieCluster1-gebiedoorvleuel Die Cluster 2-gebied bestaan uit verskillende produksiepu ransekte waar boorwerk kan plaasvind met min of geen spesifieke boorplekke, wat 'n mate van onsekerheid skep vir grondeienaars. Om hierdie onsekerheid te versag en grondeienaars met spesifieke boorplekke te voorsien, stel Tetra4 voor om 'n 3D-seismiese opname oor die Cluster 2 gebied te onderneem wat 'n hoë resolusie ondergrondse geologiese profiel sal bied en Tetra4 in staat sal stel om gasplasing in d e ondergrond te visualiseer en sodoende meer akkurate iden fikasie van voorgesteldeboorplekkeopspesifiekeeiendommemoontliktemaak EIMS sal die prosedures volg wat in die Omgewingsimpakbepal ng (OIS) Regulasies (GN R982 van 2014, soos gewysig) omskryf word vir die onderneem van 'n Basiese Assesseringsproses In ooreenstemming met Hoofstuk 6 van die OIS regulasies sal 'n openbare deelnameproses onderneem word. U word hiermee uitgenooi om te registreer en kommentaar te lewer op die voorgestelde projek en aansoek(e) Om te verseker dat u as 'n B&GP geïden fiseer en geregistreer word en dat u kommentaar vasgelê word dien asseblief u naam kontakbesonderhede, die rede vir u belangste ling skri�elik of telefonies teen nie later nie as 14 Desember 2025 by EIMS in. Let asseblief daarop dat slegs geregistreerde B&GP'e ingelig sal word oor toekoms ge projekinlig ng en geleenthede vir deelname. Deur as 'n I & AP te registreer en/of kommentaar te lewer stem jy in tot die insameling en verwerking van jou persoonlike inlig ng volgens die EIMSprivaatheidskennisgewingbeskikbaarbywww.eims.co.za/public-par cipa on Sluitassebliefdieprojekverwysingsnommer1595byallekorrespondensiein

Tetra4 (Pty) Ltd (yeo hamorao e tla bitswa mokopi) e kgethile Environmental Impact Management Services (Pty) Ltd (EIMS) e le Setsebi sa Tekolo ya Tikoloho (EAP) ho thusa ka ho etsa litshebetso tse hlokahalang tsa tumello (ho kenyeletswa le seabo sa molao sa sechaba), le ho bokella le ho fana ka litokomane tse hlokahalang ho tshehetsa kopo ya: Tume lo ya Tikoloho (EA) le lihlomathiso ho ya ka Molao wa Naha wa TaoloyaTikolohoNEMA(Molaowa107wa1998);PhetohoyaLitumellokapaMeraloyaLitokeloholatelaKaroloya102yaMolaowaNtlafatso ya Mehlodi ya Diminerale le Petroleum – MPRDA (Molao wa 28 wa 2002). Mesebetsi e meng e thathamisitsoeng le/kapa tšebeliso ea metsi e katsejoanakongeats'ebetso. Kamora ho qala ka katleho ha tlhahiso ea khase ea C uster 1 ka 2022, Tetra4 e i e ea etsa kopo ea tumello e nepahetseng ea koloho ho holisa ts'ebetso ea khase ea tlhaho ka hare ho sebaka se amohetsoeng sa toke o ea tlhahiso le ho potoloha projeke ea Cluster 1, e khethiloeng e le 'Cluster2'.SebakasenasakoposaCluster2seakaretsakakaretsoealihekthere 27500tsekopananglekaroloekholoeasebakasaCluster1. Sehlopha sa 2 EA se lumelletse li-transects tse fapaneng tsa tlhahiso moo ho cheka ho ka etsahalang ka libaka tse fokolang tsa ho cheka tse bakileng ho se tsebe hantle ho beng ba mobu Bakeng sa ho fokotsa ho se ts'oane hona le ho fa beng ba mobu libaka tse ikhethileng tsa ho cheka,Tetra4efanakatlhahisoeahoetsalipatlisisotsalitšisinyehotsalefatšetsa3DsebakengsaCluster2setlafanakaqetoephahamengea jioloji le ho nolofalletsa Tetra4 ho bona ho beoa ha khase ka tlas'a lefatše mme ka hona ho nolofalletsa ho khetholla ka nepo libaka tsa ho chekatsereriloengmeahongeitseng. EIMSetlalatelalits'ebetsotsehlalositsoenghoMe aoeaTlhahloboeaTšusumetsoeaTikoloho(EIA)(GNR982ea2014,joalokahaefetotsoe) bakeng sa ho etsa ts'ebetso ea Tlhahlobo ea Motheo. Ho latela Khaolo ea 6 ea Melaoana ea EIA,

Unique Blinds

Powerlifting dream well on its way

MARTI WILL

A long-awaited dream for the Welkom bodybuilder

Frans Hloi to compete on the international stage finally came true when he participated in the World Powerlifting Championship held in Durban between 4 and 9 November.

More than 200 athletes from Australia, France, Great Britain, India, Russia, America, and South Africa participated in this prestigious championship on African soil

Hloi describes the road to this prestigious event as the most challenging yet exciting journey, filled with valuable lessons and lasting memories

“It required tremendous discipline, consistency, strength, and emotional fortitude, whereby I would only

sleep two to four hours most nights Every night I would wake up and work on my lifting calculations, plan subsequent sessions, and correct previous session mistakes

All the struggles paid off in the end with the best results

Everything from strength, performance, and technique improved during preparation, and I look forward to achieving even greater heights in the future,” he explains

Hloi maintains that the highlight of his competition was achieving a perfect 202,5kg squat

“It has taken me years to reach this milestone This was followed by completing the bench press and deadlift with 115kg and 217,5kg, respectively”

These remarkable achievements secured him first place in his Masters 2 division under 82,5kg bodyweight cat-

egory, earning him the title of World Powerlifting Champion for the first time

It has been announced that from 2026, WPC South Africa will officially host the International Annual Event the WPC African Powerlifting Championships

This development means that from next year, there will be three major international platforms: the AWPC World Championship, WPC World Championship, and WPC Africa Powerlifting Championship

Hloi is going to compete at the Summer Bodies event at the Silver Stars Casino, and at the Muscle Mulisha on 6 December at the same casino

He was invited to take part at the Mr and Ms Universe 2025, incorporating Junior Men’s Bodybuilding, Junior Men’s Physique, Junior Classic Physique, Women Bikini,

Master Men’s Physique, and Master Bodybuilding

Hloi was invited to be a special guest at the Talkatora Indoor Stadium, New Delhi, on 19 and 20 December

Due to lack of funding,

Hloi will not be attending this prestigious event

The achievement of national success represents not only personal triumph for Hloi, but also recognition for South Africa