Palesa Chidi

"I am an African, not because I was born in Africa but because Africa was born in me"- Kwame Nkrumah By: Palesa Chidi https://images.app.goo.gl/bL3bQe5vXeWkfJYg9 What has happened to the peace that was initiated by our forefathers and liberated leaders? The togetherness that was always preached about? What happened to us? Africans celebrated the Independence of Nigeria in 1960 together, Zimbabwean independence that was gained in 1980 in solidarity, the first ever democratic elections of South Africa in 1994 in peace. I could spend the whole day writing about the achievements of our continent and the times we have shown love and peace to our fellow sisters and brothers. Most days I ask myself, where did we go wrong. How did such a beautiful continent become a place full of hate and violence. Each day, our brothers and sisters are getting killed for seeking a better life for themselves, on the contrary our brothers and sisters are dealing drugs and forcing ...

DO YOU CARE? THE 'HIP' WAY OF KNOWING YOUR STATUS By: Palesa Chidi Fortunately HIV is no longer the biggest killer in our country, it has been overtaken by depression, TB and pneumonia. This is because we as a country have taken this deadly disease seriously and took serious measures to prevent it, by "we" i mean doctors, scientists, people who actually care and me of course. https://images.app.goo.gl/paYibCuTBzAizxPy5 A lot of people are afraid of getting tested especially at the clinics or hospitals. It is a scary thought I know, but it is of paramount importance to get tested. People use a lot of lame excuses like "i'm scared of needles" or " I don't want my blood to be mixed with someone else's." Like give it up, we know those excuses. A few years ago, doctors introduced a home HIV test and people were relieved. FOR THAT TIME ONLY. I though it was a very good idea, did you? The home HIV test are expensive ...

Africa month colloquium African solidarity for Africa's people By: Palesa Chidi https://images.app.goo.gl/hQYaEeY6CJRJQunQ6 In celebration of Africa month and 25 years of democracy, the department of arts and culture hosted yet another Africa month colloquium. This programme takes place in a lot of places during Africa month. on the 31st of May, the colloqium was held at the Ditson Museum in Pretoria. The theme of the discussion was: Afican solidarity for Africa's people. A networking and discussion session on imaging and imagining Africa.  The discussion was led by CNBC's business anchor and producer, Fifi Peters. The likes of  Prof: Sipho Seepe, Prof Zodwa Motsa, Prof Chris Malikane and Dr Andre Gouws were key speakers. They got to give factual information and also their views on Africa's economy. https://images.app.goo.gl/EwviMeLmigs7SnUZ7 Visa, Trade and a lot of economical factors were discussed. Prof Zodwa Motsa stated that she is ...

ARE WE REALLY THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW? By: Palesa Chidi https://images.app.goo.gl/WQMQEEgNoqnegHra6 They say we are the leaders of tomorrow. they say we are the future, but are we really? i would like to believe so. They say we are ratchet and unbearable, but we are simply enjoying ourselves, YOLO right?.Whether by peer pressure, choice or influence we are always going to do what we feel is right. Generation Z, we are really not that bad. We know our capabilities and trust me we can work very well through and around them. we are also able to manage our time. Time management is good right? we might be going through a lot of obstacles like drugs, peer pressure, suicide and bullying to name few. https://images.app.goo.gl/6bs5pwFsdZYETHU49 Do I want to die? a question a lot of us ask ourselves. A lot of us do not have the answer. Maybe we just need a little bit of motivation. A lot of us do go to school and make sure we get the level of education which the society ...

                 General elections at Winterveldt By: Palesa Chidi  The area of Winterveldt in Pretoria has been underdeveloped for a depressing long time. the residents seem to have lost all hope in the government. All the residents ask for is help. Toilets, water, sewages, roads and other things. I have visited a lot of the voting stations in Winterveldt and a lot of people did not show up. The people who voted are old people from old age homes and also those who are just hoping for change. Talking to a lot of these elderly people made me realize just how bad the area is. They raised a lot of concerns and they are pleading with the winning government to help them with their pleads. water sanitation, proper roads and flushing toilets are basic needs for everyone. These people have been staying here for a long time. voting stations were were empty. The youth was nowhere to be found and the elderly were just there in ...

           THE EATS: The chillout meet and greet By: Palesa Chidi Poster of the event Photo: @DozThebe Soshanguve residents were yet again treated to good food, fun and games during an annual local initiative, The Eats hosted by Jehovah Jirah Orphanage Centre in Soshanguve Block GG on the 4th of May. The event is hosted to raise funds for the orphanage centre. They depend on these socials to gain capital as they lack sponsors. The Centre was established by Nelly Matjeke in 2003 and currently houses 35 children under the age of 18. Her daughter, Kgomotso Thebe is the co founder of The eats. The place was overcrowded as community members and people from far came in large numbers to support this initiative. The people indulged in delicious food like bunny chows, burgers, hot dogs and chicken wings in a bid to raise funds for the orphanage. Appetizing food sold at the event The event was also opened to children in the commu...

FREEDOM!!! By: Palesa Chidi 25 years of freedom, 25 years of democracy but are we really free? This year we celebrate 25 years of democracy and freedom day on the 27th of April. 25 years of freedom, but do we really have this freedom? I am a born free, I never got to experience the apartheid era. I guess you can call me the democratic child. Although I’ve never been through all that suppression, I have experienced a lot of captivity in the name of freedom and democracy. According to the dictionary freedom is the power or right to act, speak and think as one likes. Do you agree with that? I certainly don’t. I am not free to say what I want, I am not free to act how I want and I am not free to think as I like. Maybe you are, maybe this freedom works in your favor. I guess we have to forget everything and celebrate this day with joy and laughter. Just celebrating the name. Or are we celebrating our struggle heroes? Maybe we are. On May 8 2019 it is the elections. A lot o...

By: Palesa Chidi It was a tough game for both teams but Mike 1 stars managed to win by 1-0. The match took place on Sunday 28 April at Giant Stadium Soshanguve. They were playing for the SAFAT SAB league. Mike 1 stars had a great deal of supporters that encouraged them to play hard and eventually win the game. Coach of Mike 1 stars was not entirely impressed with his team although they won. “The team did not play as one would require them to play , particularly when we look at the fact that we are from the Easter weekend.” The first half of  the game was disappointing as there was no goal from either teams.  Things got heated up in the second half when Mike 1 stars scared. Tshwane United felt the heat. Captain of Mike 1 stars was really impressed with their performance. “First of all I would like to thank the almighty for this opportunity, we knew that I would not be an easy game, but we played and we won.” Thato Teffo, Captain of Tshwane United was saddened by ...

 By: Palesa Chidi The Gauteng MEC for education, Panyaza Lesufi in partnership with BMW launched the engineering school of specialization with an automotive focus at the Soshanguve technical secondary school on Tuesday. The school was graced with the presence of the Gauteng MEC for education, Gauteng premier David Makhura and BMW CEO Tim Abott to open the new SOS and donate the BMW’s first model of X3s to the school. Lesufi said he was excited about their partnership with BMW to donate the car for education gain to the learners. “becoming an engineer is not just about just being a mechanic, but knowing how to design cars and the softwares used in the cars.” He motivated the learners to be empowered. “I want to be proud that in the next four or five years when I meet you and I ask how much you earn; you should tell me that I don’t earn a salary instead I pay the salaries. That is what we want from you.” “CEO of BMW had to persuade the board in Germany that inste...

Captain and team player of Tshwane United 

By: Palesa Chidi Lebogang Maile, the Gauteng MEC of economic development, agriculture and rural development visited the community of Soshanguve to hand out title deeds and give solutions to the grievances of the residents. The public meeting was held at NAFCOC auditorium on Wednesday. Maile announced the holders of the title deeds while handing them out. Flora Mawela (70), a holder of her title deed said she had been waiting for her title deed for a long time. “I thought I will die before receiving my title deed, I am an old woman and I cannot be doing ups and downs searching for my title deed.” Maile highlighted that 100 000 title deeds were given to the Tshwane municipality. “we gave out title deeds to the municipalities a long time ago.” He also said municipalities withheld the title deeds probably because they want the mayor to give them out. Welcome Majaja, a resident of soshanguve said he was disappointed with the way the MEC handled the title deed issue...

By: Palesa Chidi After two weeks of unpleasant games, the sosha panthers finally get  back on their feet. The  Sosha  P anthers  FC  won 8-2 against Ace united  FC  at  Soshanguve  Block H grounds on Sun day for the super league. Doctor Mpoko, the coach of P anthers  FC  was happy for the win but was also concerned by the lack of energy from his players. “ We have been having bad games for the past two weeks, having drawn 1-1 against the other teams was bad for us,” said Mpoko. He then continued  to say that the team was  tired  as they have been in camp for two days. Jos i as  Mathunsi  of P anthers  FC  scored  a  hat - trick  in the first half , followed by  goal s  from Emmanuel Kristi,  Mashi mbye   Nhlaisi  and  Katlego   Mogothl ong  in the second half  since they were playing on their home ground with too many suppor...