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The Citizen
4 days ago
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- The Citizen
Learners march to court to educate people about children's rights
Two primary schools marched to Mamelodi West Police Station and Mamelodi Magistrate's Court to hand over a memorandum of understanding (MOU) on Wednesday. The learners from FF Ribeiro and Morakoma primary schools were accompanied by different stakeholders in Mamelodi as part of the commemoration of Child Protection Week. Thabo Moshabelo from Vhathu Phanda Community Forum said the children took to the streets first, holding placards with child abuse messages before going to the court and police station. Moshabelo said the aim was to educate people about children's rights. He said it was all about commemorating Child Protection Week and highlighting children's issues. 'We are also here to celebrate the successes of law enforcement in protecting children and identify the areas where more work is needed. 'We are also educating children about their rights and where to find help if they feel abused or attacked.' Moshabelo said a MOU was signed to work together to protect children, and a prayer session for the safety of everyone was held. Principal of Morakoma Primary School, Sophy Koekemoer, said the MOU was about safeguarding school children, creating a secure and learning environment for students, teachers, and staff. On behalf of the Mamelodi Magistrate's Court, Senior Prosecutor Advocate Anne-Marie Bendeman encouraged the children to report anyone who wanted to harm them to the police, teachers and parents. She said it was important that children know the only room or house they go to is that of their parents, where they are allowed, and no other houses. 'If they walk in the streets and someone tries to grab them or drag them by the arm, they must immediately scream for help,' said Bendeman. Lieutenant Colonel Mike Magopa from Mamelodi West Police Station said, 'We are here in partnership with different stakeholders to inform children they are human beings and they have rights to be in this universe. 'We are prepared to serve and protect them as the police,' said Magopa. The police partnered with the schools, the National Prosecuting Authority and other stakeholders. He said the children were told about the dangers of bullying and doing drugs. He told the learners, 'The police are not your enemies, but we are friends with schoolchildren as police officers.' Magopa reminded the learners about their rights. 'Everyone has the right to come to the police station when they need help, the stations are for adults only, but children are [also] welcome to come and report any case,' he said. ALSO READ: Local organisation's soup kitchen keeps queuing patients warm Do you have more information about the story? Please send us an email to bennittb@ or phone us on 083 625 4114. For free breaking and community news, visit Rekord's websites: Rekord East For more news and interesting articles, like Rekord on Facebook, follow us on Twitter or Instagram or TikTok. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading! Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App Stay in the know. Download the Caxton Local News Network App here
The Citizen
06-05-2025
- The Citizen
Missing journalist and partner: 4 expected in Mpumalanga and Gauteng courts
Four people were arrested on Sunday in connection with the case of missing journalist Aserie Ndlovu and his partner Zodwa Mdhluli. According to Mpumalanga News, this includes a car mechanic from KwaMhlanga in Mpumalanga. He is among three suspects expected to appear in the KwaMhlanga Magistrate's Court later this week, while a fourth suspect will appear in the Mamelodi Magistrate's Court, Gauteng, today. Ndlovu and Mdhluli were last seen at their KwaMhlanga home on February 18. According to SAPS national spokesperson Athlenda Mathe, the suspects were arrested following investigations that linked them to the missing couple. 'The first suspect was last seen to be in the company of the missing couple. The second, third and fourth suspects were found in possession of different vehicle parts believed to be from the missing journalist's car,' Mathe said. She said two VW Citi Golfs were seized from the suspects. The case has been upgraded to kidnapping and carjacking. Other charges, including house robbery and possession of stolen property, are likely to be added. The search for the missing couple and other suspects continues. In a bid to reignite public interest and intensify the search for Ndlovu and Mdhluli, the National Press Club and African Media Communicators Forum have offered a reward of R100 000 for any information that may lead to their discovery. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
The Citizen
05-05-2025
- The Citizen
Missing couple: KwaMhlanga mechanic among 4 nabbed
Four people were arrested on Sunday, May 4, in connection with the case of a missing journalist, Aserie Ndlovu, and his partner, Zodwa Mdhluli. This includes a car mechanic from KwaMhlanga. He is among the three to appear in the KwaMhlanga Magistrate's Court later this week, while a fourth suspect will appear in the Mamelodi Magistrate's Court tomorrow, May 6. ALSO READ: Two men killed in Tekwane South Ndlovu and Mdhluli were last seen in their KwaMhlanga home on February 18. According to the SAPS's national spokesperson, Athlenda Mathe, the suspects were arrested following investigations that linked them to the missing couple. The first suspect was last seen to be in the company of the missing couple. The second, third and fourth suspects were found in possession of different vehicle parts believed to be from the missing journalist's car,' Mathe said. She said two VW Citi Golfs were seized from the suspects. The case has been upgraded to a kidnapping and carjacking. Other charges, including a house robbery and possession of stolen property, are likely to be added. The search for the missing couple and other suspects continues. In a bid to reignite public interest and intensify the search for Ndlovu and Mdhluli, the National Press Club and African Media Communicators Forum has offered a reward of R100 000 for any information that may lead to their discovery. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
