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The Citizen
14 hours ago
- Business
- The Citizen
Private operators accused of bribery in Deneysville
DENEYSVILLE – The Metsimaholo Local Municipality took the high road at the end of May, with municipal director Diao Ramabitsa commenting on alleged corruption within his directorate (Technical Department), relating to the illegal dumping of effluent in Deneysville by private, unlicensed operators and allegations of bribery. His statement, which was shared with the council and then published by Speaker, councillor Lucas Fisher, followed the municipality's release of a new tariff list for the removal of sewerage from greater Deneysville households and businesses, and the depositing of the same into the recently revamped sewerage plant in neighbouring Refengkgotso. The area does not have piped sewerage and is, therefore, reliant upon the municipality or private companies to suck their septic tanks and remove the effluent. (Over the past decade, the municipality has come under criticism by residents for an unreliable service with trucks unavailable due to breakdowns over extended periods.) However, the release of the new tariffs was accompanied by a moratorium on private dumping until July 1. The aim of this, according to Ramabitsa, was for the municipality to reestablish its client base and recoup monies spent on upgrading the Refengkgotso sewer plant. This effectively cut out private vendors from servicing households for at least the month of June, with no apparent undertaking by the municipality of future business. Ramabitsa was adamant that no informal, private contracts would be considered until July 1. He said that, thereafter, the council would look at negotiating new contracts with licensed vendors. The statement followed an incident at the purification plant when the new guidelines were enforced, and some private vendors who were outraged insisted that they could continue to release their effluent as was previously the case. One vendor allegedly tried to bribe a municipal worker at the plant, offering him R16 000, according to Ramabitsa. After threatening to complain to the authorities about the recent spillage at the station, the vendor approached Ramabitsa directly and offered him R20 000 to allow the continued release of effluent at the plant. Ramabitsa reported the matter to the council. At the time of going to press, the municipality was conducting meetings to determine how to handle the alleged bribe. At Caxton, we employ humans to generate daily fresh news, not AI intervention. Happy reading!
Arab Times
03-04-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Kuwait's athletes gear up for third Gulf Beach Games in Oman
KUWAIT CITY, April 3: The Kuwait Olympic Committee has announced its participation in the 3rd Gulf Beach Games "Muscat 2025," which will take place in the Sultanate of Oman from tomorrow. A total of 65 athletes, both male and female, will represent Kuwait across six of the eight sports scheduled for the tournament, which runs until April 11. Mohammed Al-Khalfan, the head of Kuwait's delegation and director of the committee, confirmed that Kuwait will compete in beach soccer, beach volleyball, sailing, air sports (paragliding), athletics, and equestrian peg-tie competitions. The tournament will also feature beach handball and long-distance swimming. Al-Khalfan emphasized that Kuwait's participation underscores the committee's commitment to fostering collaboration among Gulf Cooperation Council countries. He highlighted the importance of sports activities in promoting unity and sports integration among Gulf youth, noting that the tournament would feature elite athletes from across the region. He also expressed optimism about the event's significance for Kuwaiti players, who aim to achieve top results and bring pride to their country. He thanked the government for its continued support of Kuwait's sports sector and praised the Oman Olympic Committee for its excellent preparations in hosting the event. Al-Khalfan expects fierce competition among the Gulf athletes in what promises to be an exciting tournament. The Kuwait Olympic Committee has also confirmed the administrative delegation for the event, which includes Major General (Ret.) Mohammed Saeed Al-Khalfan as the head of the delegation, Dr. Hussein Al-Saeed as Mission Director, Mohammed Al-Saadi as Director of the Technical Department, Mohammed Al-Shabrawi as Financial Director, Ayman Al-Waili as Media Attaché, Ibrahim Rizq as Administrator, and Mustafa Al-Yasiri as Photographer. The air sports team consists of Ahmed Al-Mas, Naif Al-Humaidi, Talal Al-Mutawa, Mohammed Al-Dosari, Ibrahim Al-Rashoud, Nader Al-Mutairi (coach), and Ahmed Al-Shalhi (team manager). The sailing team includes Hamad Al-Masoud, Ali Anki, Abdulaziz Al-Mansour, Badr Bu Hamad, Amina Shah, Salem Qali, Saud Al-Masoud, Manaf Al-Wahib, Ihab Al-Shanabi (coach), and Ibrahim Al-Farih (team manager). The beach volleyball team consists of Taha Sadiq, Jassim Al-Sabbagh, Nawaf Al-Rashidi, Abdulwahab Talib, Khaled Al-Mutairi (coach), and Abdulaziz Al-Holi (referee). The athletics team includes Khaled Al-Masoud, Mohammed Al-Enezi, Mohammed Ashkanani, Badr Mohammed, Hashem Al-Ali, Khaled Al-Shammari, Ali Badr, Faleh Al-Ajmi (team manager), Hamou Al-Bukili, and Umit Tan (coaches). The beach soccer team features Omar Al-Ruqi, Mishaal Al-Shafei, Abdulaziz Al-Salem, Mohammed Al-Kandari, Jassim Al-Sabaa, Omar Al-Fulaikawi, Abdulaziz Al-Sidra, Badr Al-Tarmoum, Jassim Al-Harban, Ahmed Al-Mashmoum, Wael Al-Shammari, Shamlan Al-Kandari, Mohammed Al-Shaer, Mohammed Hajiya, Abdullah Fouad Ashour (team manager), Tariq Al-Khalidi, and Hussein Khaled (coaches). The peg-picking team consists of Abdullah Al-Daihani, Abdullah Al-Hindi, Hussein Al-Ajmi, Ghanem Al-Ajmi, Ibrahim Al-Enezi, Naif Al-Usaimi (team manager), Rashid Al-Marri, and Ali Bin Ali (coaches). The tournament's competitions will be held in various locations in Muscat and Bousher, with football matches taking place at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex from April 7 to 11 and volleyball on the beaches of Muscat. Beach handball will also be played at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex from April 5 to 11, while long-distance swimming will occur on the beaches of Muscat from April 9 to 11. Sailing competitions will take place on the beaches of Muscat from April 6 to 10, and tent pegging will be held at Al Rahba Farm from April 8 to 10. Athletics and paragliding events are scheduled for the beaches of Muscat and Al Hail Beach, respectively, from April 5 to 10. Kuwait's athletes are eager to compete, aiming for success and to make their mark at this prestigious regional event.
