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l Decision to close Sekunjalo accounts seen as abuse of power l Direct threat to job security of about 1 600 workers IN WHAT could potentially be a devastating blow to media freedom in South Africa, Standard Bank South Africa (SBSA) has issued letters to Independent Media and 30 other companies in the Sekunjalo Group, informing them of the closure of their business bank accounts on August 21. The Cape Argus, Cape Times, The Star, Daily News, IOL and several major news outlets around the country are Independent Media brands, and staff’s salaries are paid via Standard Bank accounts. The move by SBSA, which has been viewed as yet another example of international banks’ egregious abuse of power, is a direct threat to the job security of an estimated 1…

Emergency Management Services (EMS) has confirmed the death of four people in two separate shack fire incidents in the City of Joburg early yesterday morning. The first incident, at Orange Farm, occurred at about 1am and claimed the life of a man after his back-room shack caught fire. In the second shack fire, in Matholesville, a family of three – two adults and a child – lost their lives when their five-bedroom shack caught fire. EMS spokesperson Robert Mulaudzi cautioned residents to look after all heating devices in use to prevent fires in their homes. “Four people died in two separate shack fire incidents reported in the City of Joburg in the early hours of this morning. The first fire incident was reported in Orange Farm around 1am this morning,…

Ingredients 1 x 400g can Rhodes Quality Chakalaka Mild & Spicy 600g plain flour 10ml salt 5ml sugar 1 x 10g packet dried yeast 15ml butter, melted 500ml lukewarm water 1 egg, whisked 250ml Cheddar cheese, grated Method Place the Chakalaka Mild & Spicy in a sieve over a bowl and leave to stand to drain the sauce. To make the bread dough, sift the flour, salt and sugar into the bowl of a mixer. Sprinkle over the yeast. Pour in the butter. Using the dough hook attachment and the mixer on a medium speed, add enough of the water to bring together a soft dough. The dough must be able to be kneaded easily and should not stick to hands or the bowl. Continue to knead the dough for…

POLICE unions have cautioned against adding more responsibilities to a crippled institution whose resources are already depleted beyond measure. Last week, the Independent Policing Union of South Africa (Ipusa) said it welcomed the new draft regulations, which were gazetted for comment recently, as they were aimed at establishing a new council and regulator. The changes will also provide the minister of police with a host of new functions to protect the country’s resources. Ipusa president Bethuel Nephtal Nkuna said that while they welcomed the changes, they were concerned that adding more responsibility to the police to deploy its resources to these new environments would only add more woes for a force whose resources were already depleted. “Criminals aren’t only tearing apart South Africa’s critical infrastructure, such as Eskom, the railway…

The deadly assault on Jenin, the critical situation at the Zaporizhzhia and the sale of cluster bombs to Ukraine by the US, are developments that are cascading out of control. The killing of civilians in all the world’s conflict zones goes on unabated, with a savage fury that violates every aspect of international law. Innocent men, women and children are evicted, tortured, beaten and punished in a sinister campaign for territorial domination, while the UN remains impotent. Perpetual wars have become a cornerstone of US foreign policy. The stone wall at the entrance to the Unesco headquarters carries a message that all members of the UN have violated. The sacred words must not be ignored. It says: ”Since wars begin in the minds of men, it is in the minds…

Amazing local author Chris van Wyk – now late – wrote his book Eggs to Lay, Chickens to Hatch about 13 years ago. That book caught my eye at the 2011 Time of the Writer at the Elizabeth Sneddon Theatre, where Van Wyk was a moderator for the other book simultaneously released that year (Zuma’s Bastard). I had never written a book before, but even barely halfway with Van Wyk’s, I decided there and then that this was it. I was going to also explore my childhood. I, too, had lots of shenanigans to share. I was captured by Van Wyk’s description of the dusty mining dumps around his Johannesburg suburban village where poor children like him used to explore every day after school. The dump was once a gold…

The Gauteng High Court, Pretoria, has convicted Christhappy Foster Maluleke, 41, from Saulsville, for the premeditated murder of his 33-year-old wife, Rirhandzu Life Shisana. On November 22, 2021, in the early hours, Maluleke and his wife were having an argument which degenerated into a physical fight at their place of residence in Atteridgeville. “During their fight, the deceased succumbed to the injuries and died on the scene, and when Maluleke realised the wife had died, he laid her on the bed and covered her body with a blanket, and fled,” said Gauteng spokesperson for the National Prosecuting Authority, Lumka Mahanjana. “The same day, he called the police and inform them about what had happened. When the police arrived, he together with the police went to the house where the incident…

THE disclosure of a woman’s HIV-positive status by her colleague in whom she had confided, as well as her supervisor, who had heard this from her colleague, will cost them dearly after the court ruled that they had to pay the woman R100 000 for defamation. The plaintiff, who cannot be identified, initially claimed R1 million in damages from the pair, as well as from the National Union of Metal Workers of South Africa, to which they all belonged. The high court sitting in Bloemfontein ordered that the union and its two members were liable to pay a total of R100 000 to the woman. The plaintiff told the court that she had been devastated when her supervisor, out of the blue and during a meeting to address grievances by…

The North West has seen an impressive return on Operation Shanela with 779 suspects arrested for various crimes, including rape, assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, robbery aggravating, and driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol. The multidisciplinary high-density operation began July 27, 2023, to July 30, 2023, focusing on reducing crime related to property, contact, and violence in hotspot communities. The arrested suspects among others, included 12 for rape, 104 for assault with the intent to do grievous bodily harm, 54 for assault common, 16 for robbery aggravating, 40 for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, 23 for illegal dealing in liquor, 20 for burglaries at residential, 14 for business premises, 38 for possession of drugs, and 43 for dealing in drugs. Additionally, the…

South Africa continues to struggle with high levels of unemployment, violence and poverty. In fact, our country has the greatest income inequality in the world; more than half of our children (63%) live in households that are below the poverty line. The connection between poverty and mental health problems is well documented: People who live with mental health issues often face additional challenges in making a living, and people living in poverty are at greater risk of developing mental health disorders. All of this disproportionately affects young people, yet fewer than 10% of youth who need mental health services have access to them. Research also shows that the more violence that young people are exposed to, the greater the likelihood of them developing post-traumatic stress disorder. Violence, poverty, discrimination, and…

Mumbai: At least 17 workers were crushed to death and three injured people taken to hospital in western India yesterday when a crane collapsed above an under-construction expressway outside Mumbai, officials said. The crane toppled onto large concrete slabs during the night, with debris then smashing down as labourers worked on the Samruddhi Expressway in Maharashtra state, India’s National Disaster Response Force said. Rescuers worked through piles of mangled steel girders at the construction site in Thane, in the suburbs of Mumbai. Prime Minister Narendra Modi ordered compensation to be paid to the families of the victims. | AFP…

GENEVA: The UN’s cultural protection agency, Unesco, plans to recommend adding Venice to its list of World Heritage sites in danger, as the island city faces threats from climate change, mass tourism and rapid urban development. The designation, meant to encourage remedial actions for World Heritage sites, is recommended in a report published this week that identifies dozens of sites that are threatened by armed conflict or natural disasters. Climate scientists have warned that Venice could be underwater by 2100. Record floods surged through the city in 2019. | Washington Post…

The announcement of the name Moroka Swallows again taking flight in the top tier of South African football has evoked great hope for some of the older supporters. The Dube Birds of Soweto were once held in high esteem alongside Orlando Pirates, before ‘new boys on the block’ Kaizer Chiefs came into the picture. Amaswaiswai are one of the oldest clubs in the South African top flight, having been established in 1947, but their spotlight has been snatched by their two neighbours. Swallows were relegated from the top flight in the 2014/15 season and had seemingly dipped into non-existence, but now under the leadership of Panyaza Lesufi and chairman David Mogashoa, they appear to be revitalised. The duo have been at the frontline of the rebirth of Swallows, playing key…

A South African alternative investment manager has announced the successful close of its R300 million inaugural tax-enhanced renewable energy alternatives investment strategy. The fund manager, Westbrooke Alternative Asset Management, achieved its target by raising money from private investors in just eight weeks, and said in a statement it would now invest the capital alongside South African businesses that install, operate and own small and medium-scale embedded generation solar photovoltaic (PV) projects nationally. Dino Zuccollo, the head of product development and distribution at Westbrooke Alternative Asset Management, said: “Westbrooke REAL allows investors to access the much-needed and fast-growing renewable energy sector, through a diversified portfolio of solar PV projects underpinned by long-term cash flows, through power purchase agreements concluded with high-quality end-users.” To attract investment, the minister of finance expanded…

Grammy award winning singer, Benjamin “BeBe” Winans, is set to tour SA in December. There must be something in the water as international acts are flocking to South Africa for concerts. The 60-year-old singer and songwriter will be touring his It All Comes Down to Love Tour. He is scheduled to perform at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban on December 9, Grand Arena in Cape Town on December 15 and SunBet Arena Time Square on December 16. Known for his hits such as It All Comes Down to Love, Coming Back Home, Up Where We Belong and many more, the multi-award winning gospel and R&B singer said he was thrilled to be heading to South Africa. “I am so excited to be heading to South Africa for my tour. South…

The hypocrisy that underlines international politics continues unabated. The UK has just recently announced a massive project to grant licences to extensively mine for gas and oil – flying in the face of efforts to curb climate change. Countries like South Africa are under extreme pressure from international social activists to shut down – almost immediately – their coal mines with no shred of understanding of the local context. But here we have the UK just going ahead and not caring about these sensitivities. Why is this double standard used? What is galling is that some locals have this myopic view and are ranting all over the place that South Africa should not follow a balanced and measured issue regarding this matter – essentially just parroting their international…

THOUSANDS of higher learning students are in limbo after the National Financial Aid Student Scheme (Nsfas) withdrew funding for some, resulting in billions being owed to universities across the country. According to university spokesperson Rikus Delport, the University of Pretoria was, at the beginning of the year, owed about R530 million in student debt . Delport said about 800 students who had been funded by the scheme had been left in limbo after the scheme discovered they did not qualify for the funding. Students at Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University in Ga-Rankuwa reportedly owed R845m while Tshwane University of Technology students were also in debt to the tune of hundreds of millions. Delport said as of December 31 last year, more than 35 000 students were in debt to the…

GAUTENG emergency services teams came together at the Dräger Fire Combat and Rescue Challenge in Midrand last Thursday, to put their skills and fitness to the test. These ranged from simulated fire rescue trials to demanding physical tests in a series of individual and group challenge. Nick Berry, a Netcare 911 rescue officer who participated in the event, said efficient teamwork in emergency rescue situations was essential for achieving better outcomes and required strong communication skills, problem-solving capabilities and high levels of physical fitness. “In fire rescue situations, responders to a scene may be required to climb ladders, gain access to a building through windows, work their way through thick smoke with poor visibility and other challenging scenarios, all while wearing heavy protective equipment, to reach individuals in need of…

A police officer at Dennilton, in the Sekhukhune District Municipality, and a petrol attendant are expected to appear in the Mdutjana Magistrate’s Court facing charges of fraud after they allegedly shared money swiped from a SAPS fleet card. The petrol attendant was arrested on Friday and the 46-year-old police officer was arrested on Monday. Limpopo police spokesperson Colonel Malesela Ledwaba said the arrests show that the provincial anti-corruption unit was committed to rooting out corruption at all levels. “The arrest of the duo comes after a joint investigation into alleged corrupt activities. The arrest was made as part of ongoing efforts to combat corruption within the South African Police Service (SAPS),” said Ledwaba. The police sergeant, who is attached to Matlelerekeng police station, was taken into custody after he handed…

As the drama continues to unfold in the new reality show Izingane Zes’thembu, viewers have opened up about their thoughts and criticisms of the ongoing polygamous relationships. Izingane Zes’thembu, which is a spin-off from Uthando Nes’thembu, gives a front-row seat into the lives of the multifaceted children from the Mseleku clan. The success of the popular reality show Uthando Nes’thembu has seen the Mseleku family extend their television content, bringing more captivating viewing. The new show includes the first-born son, Mpumelelo, who is eager to carry on his father’s polygamous legacy, and intends to have seven wives. Mpumelelo has two girlfriends – Vuyo, with whom he shares a child, who also struggles with his interest in other women, and Tirelo, who accepts Mpumelelo dating other women. In just a few…

Pamela Mtanga and Robyn Nakaambo, known for their charismatic on-stage personalities, have landed the coveted job of hosting this year’s Basadi in Music Awards (Bima) red carpet. The announcement comes after Khanyi Mbau was unveiled as the host of the prestigious affair. Speaking about the opportunity, Nakaambo said she was beside herself with excitement. “I am truly grateful to the SofnFree team for granting me such a fantastic opportunity to co-host the red carpet for the annual Basadi in Music Awards. “I promise to deliver a phenomenal experience alongside Pamela Mtanga as we celebrate and honour the incredible women in the music industry. I cannot wait to make it an unforgettable night for everyone.” Mtanga said she too could not wait to shine the spotlight on the achievements of women…

South Africa has become a lawless country in which criminals thrive while law-abiding citizens live in fear. Law and order have become a foreign concept in a country with worse levels of crime and corruption. From illegal mining activities to shootings between warring factions to political killings between councillors, the country’s lack of law enforcement has rendered it dysfunctional. But what can citizens expect when we are led by the same people who commit crime daily? Our leaders have shown us they do not respect the law. President Cyril Ramaphosa is accused of money laundering after theft of American dollars stuffed in couches at his Phala Phala farm in 2020. Protectors of his deputy, Paul Mashatile, assaulted civilians in broad daylight. Ten years later, the Senzo Meyiwa murder case has…

Stockholm: Sweden’s government said yesterday that it intended to intensify border controls due to a worsened security situation in the wake of several protests involving desecrations of the Qur’an. Tensions have flared between Sweden and Muslim countries after several protests involving public desecrations of the Qur’an, including setting pages alight. On Monday, two Iraqi men burned the Muslim holy text in front of Sweden’s parliament. The Jeddah-based Organisation of Islamic Cooperation has voiced its disappointment with Sweden and Denmark for not taking action. | AFP…

CAPE CANAVERAL: Nasa’s distant Voyager 2 probe has signalled it is in “good health” after mission control mistakenly cut contact for several days, the US space agency said. Launched in 1977 as a beacon from humanity to the wider Universe, it is more than 19.9 billion km from Earth, exploring interstellar space along with its twin, Voyager 1. A series of commands sent to Voyager 2 on July 21 “inadvertently caused the antenna to point two degrees away from Earth,” Nasa said. This left it unable to transmit or receive commands to its mission control. Contact has been re-established. AFP…

IMPALA Platinum (Implats) announced yesterday that the Royal Bafokeng Platinum (RBPlat) shares would be suspended from trading on the JSE on Wednesday – a bittersweet moment for RBPlat CEO Steve Phiri. In a statement, the group said it expected that RBPlat shares would be delisted from the JSE on Monday, September 18. On July 24, RBPlat shareholders, who held more than 90% of the RBPlat shares, accepted Implats offer to acquire more of the shares that it didn’t own. Implats currently holds 98.73% of RBPlat’s issued ordinary share capital. This will result in RBPlat becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Implats. Implats said if any of the remaining RBPlat shareholders wished to oppose Implats compulsorily acquiring their remaining RBPlat shares, such shareholders were advised that they are entitled to make an…

Founder of Tariomix and diamond mogul Louis Liebenberg has slammed the weaponisation of the country’s liquidators, whom he accused of targeting him and his companies by unlawfully liquidating his company. In March, the Mahikeng High Court ordered that a curator be appointed by Sars to oversee the process after the court dismissed a bid by Liebenberg to overturn its provisional liquidation. This was followed by a Hollywood-style raid on one of Liebenberg’s business premises in Kempton Park. At the time of this raid, Liebenberg decried this act, saying it was uncalled for as the assets taken belonged to another company and not Tariomix. “It was uncalled for as the sheriff seized office items belonging to a different company not currently under liquidation,” he said. The businessman says Tariomix (PTY) Ltd,…

Police Minister Bheki Cele has vowed to restore law and order to the Zamimpilo informal settlement and Riverlea, where alleged illegal miners (zama zamas) have reportedly terrorised residents with regular shooting incidents. The latest incident this weekend resulted in the deaths of at least five people as warring illegal miners allegedly fought among themselves. In a statement on Monday, police spokesperson Brigadier Athlenda Mathe said it was untrue that the police had done nothing to stop illegal mining activities at some of the province’s abandoned mines. Mathe said between April 1, 2022, and March 31, a total of 1 199 illegal miners were arrested, including 100 South Africans, 124 Zimbabweans, 232 Basotho nationals and 79 Mozambicans. “A total of R1.8 million, 9 991 rounds of ammunition and various vehicles and…

A BIDVEST Protea Coin company working dog named Shiba is still missing after it got separated from its colleague when they were hijacked in Philippi East on Tuesday last week. A R5 000 reward has been offered to anyone with information leading to Shiba’s safe return. The female German shepherd could be anywhere in Philippi East or surrounding areas of Crossroads, Delft, Nyanga, Browns Farm or Lentegeur following the hijacking incident on July 25 in New Eisleben Road. According to Gerrit Levin, both his colleague, whose name can’t be mentioned for safety reasons, and Shiba were originally from Joburg. They were travelling to the airport from their accommodation in Muizenberg in a Toyota Avanza, aided by GPS. The driver then found himself in Philippi, where he was hijacked at gunpoint.…

Often, life takes unexpected turns, and you wonder what happened to the sunshine because every step feels like crossing a busy street in a rainstorm. You are angry and harbour grudges and regret. It makes you wonder: What is the meaning of life anyway? His Holiness, the Dalai Lama, gives us a simple answer: the meaning of life is to be happy and useful. This means happiness is not just about you. Happiness is also achieved through helping others (being useful). The question is not to know what the meaning of life is but what meaning you can give to your life. To lead a life with meaning, you need to cherish others, pay attention to human values and cultivate inner peace. Being hung up on and attached to the…

People Against Petroleum Price Increases strongly condemns the latest fuel increases which came into effect at midnight tonight. The astronomical fuel pricing will ultimately lead to a rise in the cost of living, causing people to bear the sudden added expenses they had no chance to prepare for. Other governments across the world have put in place measures to mitigate factors that would lead to higher fuel costs. They know that they will be removed from power if they cannot curtail high fuel costs. But, in South Africa, this government seems unashamedly careless in implementing fuel price increases without understanding the consequences. The apartheid government invested in fuel reserves when crude oil prices were low and stored them in specialised facilities. The government knew how crude oil sanctions would…

RESEARCH by the University of Pretoria (UP) has demonstrated the importance of community policing forums (CPFs) in fighting crime in high-risk environments, such as in Johannesburg. “UP is passionate about doing innovative, impactful research that is transformational for people and society,” said Dr Mary Mangai, a lecturer at UP’s School of Public Management and Administration. Mangai is also lead author of a study titled “The Importance of a Police-Community Partnership (Co-production): A Study of the City of Johannesburg”, which was published in the International Journal of Innovation, Creativity and Change. “Our research on community policing addresses one of South Africa’s most pressing societal concerns: the security and safety of lives and properties.” Co-author Professor Natasja Holtzhausen added: “The role of society as an active participant in taking agency is…

A MAN who was arrested at the OR Tambo International Airport for vehicle finance fraud was remanded after his court appearance on Monday. Sharmin Qaiser, 29, was arrested while trying to flee the country at OR Tambo International Airport on Tuesday, July 25. Qaiser has been on the Hawks’ radar since July 2020. Hawks KwaZulu-Natal spokesperson Captain Bonnie Nxumalo said Qaiser appeared in the Pietermaritzburg Magistrate’s Court, where he was remanded into cutody. “He will return to court on August 7 for a bail application,” Nxumalo said. It is alleged that Qaiser submitted fraudulent documents to apply for vehicle finance at a dealership in Pietermaritzburg. It was granted, and he made off with a vehicle worth more than R1.1 million. Meanwhile, in an unrelated incident last month, the Daily…

BODY positive, self-accepting, charismatic and confident best describe the well-named Mmabatho Confidence Kgole, 37, a Miss Curvylicious SA 2023 finalist. Kgole was born in Tafelkop, Limpopo and now lives in Pretoria. Speaking to Pretoria News, Kgole said she entered the pageant to break the stereotype about curvy women. “I want to gain more experience and knowledge and to break the fear that is in me. “Age is just a number. It does not matter how old you are; if you have dreams and you believe in them, then go ahead and follow them. Being a plus-size woman is not a shame; embrace who and how you are, and hold yourself with pride,” she said. The event, which promotes body diversity and empowers women of all shapes and sizes, will…

FEMALE genital mutilation, which remains rampant in various parts of Africa and the Middle East, is a violation of female reproductive rights, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) website states that approximately 200 million girls and women alive today, in 31 nations worldwide, have had their intimate parts cut, with age ranges of 0 – 11 years. Civil society, activists, international development agencies and governments are struggling to find common ground with the enforcers of these conventional ways of sexual grooming or rite of passage, and the parents of these young girls. One could argue that vilifying their customs is a cultural imposition that commits the same colonial crime the decolonial movement seeks to free us from, and that concern is…

At least 20 people were killed and 19 were missing after heavy rains lashed Beijing and surrounding provinces, state media said yesterday, in downpours that have submerged roads and deluged neighbourhoods with mud. Storm Doksuri, a former super typhoon, swept northwards over China after hitting southern Fujian province on Friday, following its battering of the Philippines. Heavy rains began pummelling the capital and surrounding areas on Saturday, with nearly the average rainfall for the entire month of July dumped on Beijing in just 40 hours. Swaths of suburban Beijing remain badly hit by the rains, some of the city’s heaviest in years. On the banks of the Mentougou River, one of the worst affected areas, reporters saw muddy debris strewn across the road. One man said he had not seen…

SYDNEY: A former Australian child-care worker has been charged with 1 623 child abuse offences against 91 children between 2007 and 2022, federal police said yesterday. The 45-year-old man has been in custody in Queensland state since August last year when police arrested and charged him initially for making child exploitation material. Police alleged more self-produced child abuse material was found on electronic devices owned by the man, after further investigations. They said the man recorded the offences while working in various childcare centres. | Reuters…

Banyana Banyana have drawn inspiration from the wins by their African counterparts in the World Cup ahead of their must-win match against Italy this morning. Banyana are on the cusp of history as they could reach the World Cup last-16 for the first time if they beat Italy in Wellington and Sweden get a win or draw in their simultaneous clash against Argentina. Having come into this event as the African Champions, South Africa were expected to wrap up their last-16 spot early in Group G, but lapses in concentration resulted in a loss to Sweden and a draw with Argentina. That winless streak means that Banyana are the only African representatives without a win in the event after Nigeria, Morocco and Zambia all bagged victories. With the clash against…

England captain Ben Stokes stuck to his guns despite criticism of his fearless ‘Bazball’ approach and feels vindicated after his side levelled the Ashes series on a dramatic final day on Monday. Australia were well placed at 264/3, chasing 384 to win, and even had they secured a draw, that would have been enough for a 2-1 series success. But instead they suffered a dramatic collapse after a rain delay on the fifth day at The Oval. Stuart Broad took the final two wickets as England won by 49 runs to pull level at 2-2. England started the series confident their gung-ho approach would work even against the newly crowned world Test champions. They had good reason to be upbeat, with a record of 11 wins in 13 matches since…

The new Premiership season is on our doorstep as clubs from around South Africa put in their final preparations for this weekend’s first match-day. AmaZulu FC, Royal AM, TS Galaxy and Golden Arrows made up the bottom half of the league standings last season, surviving an intense relegation battle, but also missing out on a top-eight spot. With the new season set to kick off on Friday, Smiso Msomi takes a look at potential mid-table occupants. TS Galaxy Head Coach: Sead Ramovic Last Season: 10th The Rockets have undoubted potential to play any club off the pitch on a good day, with their head coach Sead Ramovic a big fan of entertainment. The Mpumalanga club’s biggest hurdle in previous years has been their inconsistency and lack of goal threat,…

Potential suitors will have to splash out close to R40 million if they are to lure Khanyisa Mayo away from Cape Town City, says club owner John Comitis. Mayo has had a target on his back since sharing the Premiership’s top goalscorer’s award last season with ace Mamelodi Sundowns marksman Peter Shalulile after scoring 12 goal. Comitis has previously stressed his intention to hold on to the son of former Kaizer Chiefs player Patrick Mayo, despite plenty of interest from the Soweto giants, Sundowns and clubs abroad. Mayo also showed his commitment to the Citizens at the end of last season by signing a three-year contract extension that effectively keeps the 24-year-old in Cape Town for a further five years. “We want to keep him,” Comitis said. “Mayo’s value is…