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The body two-year old Gauteng boy, Kutlwano Shalaba, who went missing last November, has reportedly been found. The Sowetan newspaper is reporting that the remains were located in a shallow grave at an abandoned mine near Randfontein, west of Johannesburg. The publication is also reporting that a 50-year-old sangoma, who operates at the Vereeniging area, has been arrested. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Gauteng Police Spokesperson, Capt Tintswalo Sibeko

The SPCA Randfontein and Westonaria has been hit hard—thieves stole their roof, took their fridge, and left their facility flooded. With over 100 animals in their care, they're struggling to stay open and desperately need support. Despite these challenges, their dedicated team is still fighting for the animals. Hot Cares

Graeme Raubenheimer speaks to Mamello Amandla – Social Activist in Randfontein about their continued water issues in the region.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Grace, an abandoned dog from Randfontein, endured months of suffering, limited water, wandering the streets until May 20, 2024, when two dedicated non-profits, No More Tears Animal Rescue and The 9th Day Animal Rescue Centre, united to give her a second chance. Hot Cares

This audio is brought to you by Endress and Hauser, a leading supplier of products, solutions and services for industrial process measurement and automation. Food processing company Tiger Brands has unveiled a new peanut butter manufacturing facility for its Black Cat brand in Chamdor, Krugersdorp. Having moved from another facility in Randfontein, the company has invested R300-million in the new facility that offers more space, increased peanut processing capability and the opportunity for research and development to improve its products. The new facility is located on 8 610 m2 of land and produces, on average, one-million jars of peanut butter a month. During an official opening of the factory on April 12, Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina welcomed the continued investment by Tiger Brands in the country, saying it signals the company's confidence and commitment to localisation. The investment in the new facility marks the single-largest capital investment that Tiger Brands has undertaken in South Africa, to date. CEO Tjaart Kruger said consumers want more affordable and healthier food options and the company intends to tweak its recipe and packaging to ensure the best price point for consumers. In particular, the company has upgraded its packaging line for greater flexibility and quicker innovation. The new facility will enable improved efficiencies and a lower cost profile, allowing Tiger Brands to maintain its prominent position in the spreads market and to remain responsive to customer needs. Additionally, the new factory includes a canteen and training centre that could not be accommodated at the prior facility. The peanut butter category accounts for 50%, or R1.7-billion of the total South African spreads market, excluding margarine, and is worth R3.4-billion. Black Cat peanut butter was first launched in 1926 and has grown to be one of the best-selling brands in the market with five-million kilograms sold every year in formal retail stores. Consumer research shows that Black Cat is found in seven out of every ten South African households. Tiger Brands culinary MD Dumo Mfini said the significant investment by Tiger Brands would further strengthen and grow a proudly homegrown brand. He added that, as consumers seek value for money, the company is well positioned as one of the top manufacturers in the market to meet their needs of affordability and nutritional value, with the added benefit of superior quality that Black Cat is known for. The Krugersdorp peanut butter facility produces two ranges of peanut butter - the mainstream variety that contains 91% real peanuts, with the balance of the product comprising sugar, salt and stabiliser, and 99% peanuts variety that contain no added sugar or salt. Tiger Brands procures between 10 000 t and 20 000 t of ground nuts every year from local and international markets. Mfini noted that about 70% to 80% of peanuts can be sourced locally, with the balance needing to be imported. The new facility allows Tiger Brands to remove the peanut skins during processing, which are sold as animal feed. Nearly 60 t of this by-product is extracted and sold every month. Notably, the peanuts undergo a process of inspection for quality and safety before processing, roasting, blanching, colour sorting and milling. The plant is largely automated but managed to retain the 62 full-time employees that worked at the Randfontein site previously. Mfini pointed out that peanuts are a major source of protein for many households, with every 100 g of nuts containing 25 g of protein - which is more than eggs. Given that peanut butter is a staple in many households, Gina was encouraged by Tiger Brands' plans to make its products more affordable and better suited to consumer needs as they evolve.

This audio is brought to you by Endress and Hauser, a leading supplier of products, solutions and services for industrial process measurement and automation. Food processing company Tiger Brands has unveiled a new peanut butter manufacturing facility for its Black Cat brand in Chamdor, Krugersdorp. Having moved from another facility in Randfontein, the company has invested R300-million in the new facility that offers more space, increased peanut processing capability and the opportunity for research and development to improve its products. The new facility is located on 8 610 m2 of land and produces, on average, one-million jars of peanut butter a month. During an official opening of the factory on April 12, Trade, Industry and Competition Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina welcomed the continued investment by Tiger Brands in the country, saying it signals the company's confidence and commitment to localisation. The investment in the new facility marks the single-largest capital investment that Tiger Brands has undertaken in South Africa, to date. CEO Tjaart Kruger said consumers want more affordable and healthier food options and the company intends to tweak its recipe and packaging to ensure the best price point for consumers. In particular, the company has upgraded its packaging line for greater flexibility and quicker innovation. The new facility will enable improved efficiencies and a lower cost profile, allowing Tiger Brands to maintain its prominent position in the spreads market and to remain responsive to customer needs. Additionally, the new factory includes a canteen and training centre that could not be accommodated at the prior facility. The peanut butter category accounts for 50%, or R1.7-billion of the total South African spreads market, excluding margarine, and is worth R3.4-billion. Black Cat peanut butter was first launched in 1926 and has grown to be one of the best-selling brands in the market with five-million kilograms sold every year in formal retail stores. Consumer research shows that Black Cat is found in seven out of every ten South African households. Tiger Brands culinary MD Dumo Mfini said the significant investment by Tiger Brands would further strengthen and grow a proudly homegrown brand. He added that, as consumers seek value for money, the company is well positioned as one of the top manufacturers in the market to meet their needs of affordability and nutritional value, with the added benefit of superior quality that Black Cat is known for. The Krugersdorp peanut butter facility produces two ranges of peanut butter - the mainstream variety that contains 91% real peanuts, with the balance of the product comprising sugar, salt and stabiliser, and 99% peanuts variety that contain no added sugar or salt. Tiger Brands procures between 10 000 t and 20 000 t of ground nuts every year from local and international markets. Mfini noted that about 70% to 80% of peanuts can be sourced locally, with the balance needing to be imported. The new facility allows Tiger Brands to remove the peanut skins during processing, which are sold as animal feed. Nearly 60 t of this by-product is extracted and sold every month. Notably, the peanuts undergo a process of inspection for quality and safety before processing, roasting, blanching, colour sorting and milling. The plant is largely automated but managed to retain the 62 full-time employees that worked at the Randfontein site previously. Mfini pointed out that peanuts are a major source of protein for many households, with every 100 g of nuts containing 25 g of protein - which is more than eggs. Given that peanut butter is a staple in many households, Gina was encouraged by Tiger Brands' plans to make its products more affordable and better suited to consumer needs as they evolve.

Wings of Inspiration Elderly Care Centre in Randfontein, a trusted accommodation provider for loved ones in need of care. The center caters to the elderly whose primary income is derived from their government-issued SASSA pension. Wings of Inspiration is a sustainable non-profit organization (NPO) dedicated to implementing innovative projects that not only enhance the well-being and engagement of their residents but also generate income to sustain their care within their limited budget. They have been hard at work to raise funds to develop a Putt Putt course that will serve multiple purposes beyond being an enjoyable activity for the residents. It will also be open to the wider community of Randfontein, with the proceeds from its operation being reinvested into the center. This revenue stream will play a vital role in maintaining a high standard of care and meeting the needs of the residents effectively. This is how Silverstar and Hot Cares will be supporting them. Hot Cares

Suid-Afrika se polisie-minister, Bheki Cele, het ‘n toename in inhegtenisnemings teen die konstruksiemafia aangemeld, met 61 verdagtes wat sedert April aangekeer is. Noemenswaardige suksesse sluit in die verhindering van ‘n afpersingspoging op ‘n behuisingsprojek ter waarde van 320-miljoen Suid-Afrikaanse rand in Randfontein, Gauteng. Cele het ‘n nuuskonferensie gehou oor die kwartaallikse misdaadstatistiek en sê die Wes-Kaap het aansienlike vordering getoon met die uitroei van die konstruksiemafia, wat gelei het tot die inhegtenisneming van beweerde sleutelfigure soos Ralph Stanfield en Nafiz Modack.

In ons finale episode vir 2023 het ons besluit om met 'n wyse man met 'n groot grys baard te Praat!He is not kersvader maar in 'n ander wêreld kon hy net soveel een vertolk. He knows 'n ding of twee about vertolking rolle. Hy is 'n akteur, liedjieskrywer, sanger en een van die vaders of suiwer Afrikaans. Will he be bereid to Praat some Mengels?Hy is 'n fellow gryshond, gebore in die myndorpie Randfontein en hy lyk soos hoe whisky proe. Ek het vir 'n week lank pyp gerook en whisky gedrink om vir die gesprek voor te berei... kaal in die Kalahari. Ek dit het gehelp.Dis 'n lang en layered episode wat belaai is met insig en wysheid en paar kakgroot facts! Dames en here vir die laaste keer in 2023 sit jul pote bymekaar vir Neil Joseph William Sandilands.To partner with PRAATING, visit www.praating.com Podcast en video production The Media Farm

Hot Cares and Silverstar Casino continue to help deserving members of the community as part of the Silverstar Pays It Forward campaign. This time the story concerns Wings of Inspiration Elderly Care Centre in Randfontein, a non-profit company set up by twin sisters from an underprivileged background, who inherited some money from their late-aunt and decided to put it to good use. This is how Silverstar and Hot Cares are ensuring it continues to do such great work for the elderly. Hot Cares

It's always great to see those who have gone on to achieve great things away from their community return to that same community and use that experience to do some good. That's what Patric ‘Lefty' Mbenge did, after returning to Randfontein, having toured the world as a dancer, including working with the legendary Johnny Clegg. This is his story and how Hot Cares is joining forces with him. Hot Cares

A farmer who “mistakenly” sent a racist WhatsApp rant to a group of his farming community in the West Rand has blamed his malaria medication for threating to kill the “k*****s” who broke into his home. Abel Erasmus, 52, of Vleikop in Randfontein said he was heavily medicated on Christmas Eve when he posted a voicenote in Afrikaans and repeatedly referred to black people as “houtkop k*****s”, whom he was going to shoot in the private parts if they ever set foot on his property again.

A farmer who “mistakenly” sent a racist WhatsApp rant to a group of his farming community in the West Rand has blamed his malaria medication for threating to kill the “k*****s” who broke into his home. Abel Erasmus, 52, of Vleikop in Randfontein said he was heavily medicated on Christmas Eve when he posted a voicenote in Afrikaans and repeatedly referred to black people as “houtkop k*****s”, whom he was going to shoot in the private parts if they ever set foot on his property again.

Twee vermeende onwettige mynwerkers is in Randfontein, Gauteng in hegtenis geneem vir moord en tien is in hegtenis geneem vir aanranding met die doel om ernstig te beseer. Dit volg nadat die polisie in kennis gestel is van vigilante-optrede by Bhongweni in Randfontein terwyl hulle Dinsdag 'n operasie teen onwettige mynwerkers in die gebied uitgevoer het. Die polisiewoordvoerder, Mavela Masondo, sê met hul aankoms het die polisie twee mense gered wat deur tien mense, vermoedelik onwettige mynwerkers, aangerand is.

Guest: Tshidiso Tlharipe - Rand West City Local Municipality Mayoral spokesperson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mogale City had an eventful week- the local municipality was turned upside down when the South African Police Services (SAPS) had an operation to track down illegal miners in Randfontein and Krugersdorp, arresting 80 men. This is after eight women were gang raped and robbed allegedly by illegal miners in the area. On Wednesday, the African National Congress (ANC) staged a protest at the Krugersdorp Magistrate court West of Johannesburg where the party vowed to highlight and address challenges posed by illegal miners also known as zama zamas. Later in the week, the residents of Kagiso went on a rampage hunting down illegal miners. Sebenzile Nkambule spoke to SABC's Politics Editor, Mzwandile Mbeje, and SABC's Specialist Researcher, Maswele Ralebone... 

The African National Congress (ANC) will be staging a protest at the Krugersdorp Magistrate Court this morning. The party is calling for illegal mines to be shut down following an operation by the South African Police Services to track down illegal miners in Randfontein and Krugersdorp after eight women were brutally raped at an abandoned mine in the area. Over the past weekend, the ANC at its policy conference indicated that it wants tighter citizenship laws to keep out 'undeserving' foreigners and also called on its branches to take a lead in helping communities report 'illegal foreigners' to authorities. For more on this, Elvis Presslin spoke to ANC National Spokesperson, Pule Mabe

Guests: Kevin Brandt | Reporter at EWN Panyaza Lesufi, Gauteng Education MEC See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guests Bronwyn Engelbrecht | DA Gauteng Social Development Spokesperson Feziwe Ndwayana | Gauteng Social Development Spokesperson See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The South African Human Rights Commission has launched an investigation into an alleged racially-motivated altercation between black learners and white learners at Hoerskool Jan Viljoen in Randfontein, on Gauteng's West Rand. Racial tensions reached a boiling point at the school when the parents of both groups of learners clashed, forcing police to fire rubber bullets in order to disperse them. Some black learners have accused some white staff members of racial discrimination and sexual misconduct, among others. The SAHRC visited the school yesterday and its Commissioner Responsible for Education, Commission Andre Gaum explains....

Rassespanning by Hoërskool Jan Viljoen in Randfontein is op 'n mespunt - ons vra hoekom dié voorvalle steeds kop uitsteek by skole. Die weermag moet ingryp weens watertekorte in die Vrystaat. Die voormalige minister van gesondheid, Zweli Mkhize, het na bewering R6-miljoen van die Werkloosheidversekeringsfonds ontvang op ‘n verdagte wyse. Die DA stel 'n mosie van wantroue in teen die hele kabinet - hoe werk dit?

Gauteng Education MEC Panyaza Lesufi has met with the leadership and learners of Hoerskool Jan Viljoen in Randfontein west of Johannesburg to determine the cause of last Friday's alleged racially-motivated incident. Earlier, police used rubber bullets to disperse some parents and learners who accuse the provincial government of not listening to them following the incident. Sakina Kamwendo spoke to Gauteng Department of Education acting spokesperson Oupa Bodibe  

Judgment in the bail application of Bruce Nimmerhoudt, one of the alleged instigators of the violent unrest that took place in parts of Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal earlier this month, will be handed down in the Roodepoort Magistrate's Court, west of Johannesburg, on Friday. Nimmerhoudt, who is a mayoral candidate for the Patriotic Alliance in the West Rand Municipality, was arrested on the 16th of July in Witpoortjie. His arrest follows a voice note that was circulated on social media platforms. In the message, a male voice incites people in Krugersdorp, Randfontein and Roodepoort to commit acts of public violence. Nimmerhoudt has been charged with incitement to commit public violence. Sashin Naidoo reports See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Die polisie in Gauteng het 'n 28-jarige vrou in hegtenis geneem wat na bewering op sosiale media oor 'n kaping gejok het. Sy staan tereg op aanklagte van meineed, regsverydeling en bedrog. Polisiewoordvoerder Mavela Masondo sê die verdagte het onder eed in 'n verklaring beskryf hoe haar voertuig Woensdag deur onbekende mans in Mohlakeng in Randfontein gekaap is. Masondo sê sy het beweer die mans het haar in die kattebak geprop en die grootste deel van die aand met haar rondgery.

In this week’s episode of Farmer’s Inside Track – Aquaculture 101! Fish farming or aquaculture is trending in Mzansi and most of Africa right now. Find out everything you need to know to get started!  Ares Ferrigni, CEO and co-founder of WallFarm, a hydroponics firm based in Rome, Italy highlights some of issues impacting the future of food production. He shares his solution on how we can produce food without soil!  This week's #SoilSista, powered by Food For Mzansi and Corteva Agriscience, is 52-year-old Talitha Zondi. She runs a thriving mixed farming operation in Randfontein, Gauteng where she farms with cattle, pigs, crops and chickens.  Approximately 240 000 chickens have been culled to curb the spread of the recent outbreak of avian flu on a Gauteng farm. To unpack the outbreak we chat to Colin Steenhuisen, interim general manager of                       South African Poultry Association’s egg board.  Our book of the week…Land Matters by advocate Tembeka Ngcukaitobi. The author reviews the state of land reform in South Africa. And our farmer tip of the week comes from Morena Khashane. He started his own aquaculture farm in Mahikeng in the North West in 2017 where he farms with tilapia. 

We jump into a deep discussion with our friends at the Upsidedown Adventures, regarding the investigation at the Randfontein substation. We give our thoughts on shadow people and the history as well as evidence caught.

Residents of the tornado struck Protea Glen extension six, south of Johannesburg are protesting. They've barricaded roads including the R559 towards Randfontein west of Johannesburg. Its not clear what their protesting about. The area was hit by a tornado over the weekend causing extensive damage to many homes. Tsepiso Makwetla spoke to police spokesperson, Captain Kay Makhubele, who says police are on scene, monitoring the situation.

Sue Pyler het die pad Randfontein se kant toe gevat, en by 'n donkieplaas ingedraai. Daar het sy gaan uitvind waarom die akteur, Zak Hendrickz, besluit het om donkies te melk. Sy daag hom uit om almal van hulle by die naam te noem…

ANC Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa says he is being targeted within the ANC for taking a stance against corruption. The ANC Presidential hopeful was speaking in Randfontein at an ANC gathering for the West Rand Region, which has thrown its weight behind Ramaphosa for next President. Ramaphosa has been embroiled in a sex scandal which has been published by a Sunday Newspaper, who claim to be in the possession of emails where it is alleged that the Deputy President has been involved in extra-marital affairs with 8 young women. The SABC's Mbali Sibanyoni reports

An earth tremor is reported to have been felt in areas including Ferndale, Randburg, Kempton Park and Randfontein in Johannesburg. Other affected areas are Klerksdorp and Potchefstroom in the North West and Bultfontein and Hoopstad in the Free State. Sakina Kamwendo speaks to SAfm listeners Amang Malaka in Bultfontein in the Free-State and John kleynhans, he is in Stilfontein.

Gauteng's MEC's for Community Safety and Transport yesterday met with various taxi owners and traffic chiefs from across the province in an attempt to curb the ongoing road fatalities. This follows last Friday's incident on the R41 in Randfontein west of Johannesburg where 15 people were killed following a crash involving a taxi and a truck. Three people were also injured during a shootout between rival taxi organisations on Wednesday outside the newly opened Mall of Africa. Jacques Steenkamp reports.

Families of about 1 900 mental health patients who are accommodated at the private hospital group Life Esidimeni in Randfontein, west of Johannesburg, are at their wits end as the facility is set to close because its contract with the Department of Health is coming to an end. The SA Depression and Anxiety Group says their families are not in a position to care for them and there is not sufficient space at other government facilities in the province. Sakina Kamwendo speaks to Gauteng MEC for Health, Mme Qedani Mahlangu

Gauteng Education Department has confirmed that one of several bullies at the Laerskool Randfontein on Gauteng's West-Rand has been suspended. The remaining thirteen primary school children will learn their fate tomorrow (wednesday 16 September) during a disciplinary hearing. Video footage of the bullying incident went viral on social media over the weekend. Jacques Steenkamp reports