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One cannot ignore a talent we see on our local soccer grounds. Ayanda Mkhize is only 17 years old but ready to play nationally and internationally. Talented rising soccer star is from Kwa Makhutha township, Durban in South Africa and a learner at Adams College.   When speaking to Rise Africans Newspaper , Ayanda said her career started back at the age of 10 playing with boys on the streets until finding a team called Senzokuhle FC. “I was doing Grade 7 and selected to represent KwaZulu Natal in national tournaments. In 2021, I was scouted by Durban Ladies coach to play for the club. I have been part of Under 17 and Under 20 Womens’s national team. This career have brought me numerous achievements such as playing in the Engen Knockout Challenge 2024. I enjoy my football and willing to play at varsity” she said.   The sad part about our community is to have doubts about our local talents. Ayanda faced lot of challenges, she was denied a chance of playing soccer because people thought she is a lady and must act like one. They thought playing soccer is only meant for boys.   “I will never let negative minds to distract my talent, I avoid that by working harder, I am very passionate about football. I just keep quiet because I believe that silence is a best response. I also ask for advices from women in sport. My dream is to play abroad and gain lots of experience”, added Ayanda.   Her last message to aspiring women soccer players is to have passion and have more space to learn more.   “I would like to thank all people who supported me. Your support is pushing me to do more. A special thanks to Lonwabo Shots , best sports photographer in KwaZulu Natal, for buying me soccer boots after watching me playing with old boots. Thanks to each and every soul that supported me, may God Bless you all”, she concluded.

Rise Africans Newspaper brings you another wonderful story by brave young Africans who do much for their community. Sazi Mthethwa is from a small town called “iLfracombe”, KwaZulu Natal Province in South African. Coach Sazi  or Coach Neymar  as popularly known, is very passionate about football and love to see every kid given a chance to prove his/her talent. “I was raised by my grandparents after my parents passed away when I was young. Like any other kid, I started playing soccer at the age of 5. It is in my veins, and it is like a culture. Sazi Lions Football Club is busy inspiring and encouraging Youth to showcase their talents and never give up their dreams. I am proud of my self even though its hard because of lack of equipments. I still use stones and shoes to size the field so that the players can enjoy playing football”, said coach Sazi. Ladies are also enjoying playing football at Sazi Lions Ladies FC. “Anything is possible, our ladies team is doing much better. There are lots of challenges however, there were few players who shown interest in the beginning till inviting girls to come to join the team”, he added. Around November 2023, ladies team became strong and challenged a team from Umlazi called Young Lions Ladies. They lost by 5 – 2 but it was a motivation for them. Sazi Lions Ladies FC just won the tournament making Coach Sazi one of the best coaches around. A hope is to attract more sponsors because players do not have soccer boots and use same soccer kits with the boys. Coach Sazi is pleading to anyone who want to sponsor a club to contact him: Contact :0602137613 Facebook :Sazi Mthethwa Instagram :sazi_mthethwa.10 TIK tok :Sazi_way and Sazimthethwa.

This is a follow up interview with Uginn Pilusa, a (21) from a village called Dan, Tzaneen, Limpopo Province in South Africa but currently residing in Midrand, Gauteng Province.  Populary known as “ Elvirgo ”, completed his matric at DJZ high school in Nkowankowa.  “It is always good to be back to our family newspaper, I have been busy making music as always. Exciting news is that I just signed a contract with big record label, Gallo Records and will be releasing a hot debut album this winter”, said Elvirgo.   Lots of upcoming artists think that you are a star if your music appears on small screen. His song with TallexQ title Malume 2.0  ft Makhadzi, Kabza De Small & Lxrd Mordeca was big and loved by his fans.  “We were being exploited by Makhadzi Entertainment  so we just left since we were not signed but she claimed we were signed. However, it was a great feeling to be part of Malume 2.0  music video since it was a big song” he added.  It is never easy to make it big in the music industry, artists fall into wrong people’ s hands or bad record labels with a hope that their work will reach a massive audience. It is always wise to make research before falling into traps.  “Record labels use their capital to make artist’s work to reach out, so it is hard to make it as an independent because you cannot do all this by yourself if you do not have enough capital. My advice to upcoming artists is to keep working harder and release music, it can take long time but will make sense at the end”, concluded Elvirgo.  Fans can expect an album with 12 hit songs featuring legendary Sello “Chicco” Thwala, Jsmash, Philarmonic, Tye Waves, Lwami, Mphoel, Crooswavee and Mango Groove. We are proud to see an African child pushing hard to the top.

It is very interesting to see people getting involved in different sports varieties and bring back to the community. Rise Africans Newspaper caught up with no nonsense professional referee from KweNkulu (Gamalakhe), KwaZulu Natal Province in South Africa. Nomthandazo “ Nomtha ” Mavundla (39) studied Sports Management at Boston College but did not complete due to work. In 2022, she went on to study for Health and Safety course at Oxbridge College. “Thanks a lot for the wonderful opportunity, I am currently working as a Field Ranger at Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife and am a qualified soccer referee. My love for football started long time ago, I grew up with boys, so I ended up playing soccer too. I joined a club called “Teenagers” in my community and was a vice captain, even in high school I played soccer and was a captain . I then joined “Young Heroes” but the team was far”, she said. Soccer fans used to give her hard times when she officiates some games. “Many people doubted me until they saw my actions. They will shout and be against my decisions, other were saying I must go and cook dumpling , this is a men’s sport. Funny part they will come to me after a game and congratulate me”, added Nomtha. This brave woman is also a qualified beach soccer referee at South Beach. Her wish is to see lots of soccer scouts visiting rural areas because there is lots of talents out there. “Local coaches must be informed before scouts visits so the young players can get a chance to participate. This will assist the players to not fall into scams because they are so desperate. I am getting a training as a match commissioner, big thanks to SAFA. My message to someone who want to be like me is to love their work. People will talk with the aim of destroying your talent but one can go far with only respect”, concluded Nomtha We really had much fun with our African sister, we wish her all the best and hope lot of ladies will be inspired.

Saleh  is one of the most experienced and talented players in Africa (born in Burundi), currently residing with his wife and three beautiful daughters in Cape Town, Kenilworth, South Africa. “Thanks a lot for this opportunity, my love for soccer started at the age of 5.  I used to kick a ball around in the location Chibitoke (Burundi) and taught myself the game by observing big players. I am inspired by Malik Jabil, (left footer) and one of the top players in Burundi”, said Saleh. This legend has conquered the soccer fields of Hong Kong from 2008 – 2012 . He played for one the best clubs as follows: 1988-1990  ( Vital’O FC Juniors , Burundi), 1990-1993 ( Bragito FC , Burundi) , 1993-1995 ( Inter FC , Burundi) , 1995-1996  ( Ubombo Flyers FC , Swaziland), 1997-1998 ( Transnet Football School of Excellence , SA), 1998-1999 ( RAW Kaizer Chiefs Youth Development , SA), 1999-2002 ( Santos FC , SA), 2003-2004 ( Maritzburg United FC , SA), 2004-2005 ( Dangerous Darkies FC, SA),  2006-2007 ( Fidentia Rangers FC , SA), 2008-2010 ( Fourways Athletics FC , China), 2010-2012 ( Hong Kong Rangers FC , China( Player/Coach). “Soccer industry needs a strong heart, I faced so many challenges in my career, including breach of contracts from certain clubs but that could not kill my passion for soccer. I inspire upcoming soccer players to be persistent, hungry to learn new skills and willing to improve their technical abilities”, he added. Saleh is currently running a soccer academy named UNIT AFRICA CAPE STARS SOCCER ACADEMY (UACSSA), an NPO in the Western Cape province in South Africa. The academy is running on zero sponsorship but still manage to produce star players who also play abroad. “I am also working with teenage girls and boys from Delft, Elsies and Ravensmead (all Cape flats areas) and urgently in need of transport to get the players to and from the ACADEMY in Kenilworth. The players are between the ages of 7-20 years old”, concluded Saleh. Enquiries can be directed to : salehamisi569@gmail.com

Sifisokuhle Mkhwanazi (27) known as Scima  is based in Cosmo City Ext 2 (Gauteng Province - South Africa)  and went to Far North Secondary School. He is a musician and a founder of Afterskoolislit Organisation which is about discovering hidden partial and overcoming obstacles. It helps the unfortunate to develop their careers, business and health knowledge while creating a community of good leaders who lead with good intentions. "My music career started at the age of 12 in KwaZulu Natal province at the back room studio. I was influenced by my older brother and family because of their love for music. I had a chance to share a stage with legends such as Cassper Nyovest,Kwesta and featured on Seven Colours TV show hosted by Lillian Dube, also appeared on Rhythm City. I am dropping a New piano single titled, Nix Mapha ft Nate Africa this year”, he said. Hardworking and talented Scima started a car wash business after COVID 19 has  affected income stream through Booking Gigs. He gained love and respect from the customers and started NPO to give back to the community. “On the 14th of June 2024, we are hosting “ Youth Imbizo High School competition" at Multipurpose centre. My message to youth out there is to do self introspection and work hard towards reaching your goals everyday even if it takes you to stand alone”, he concluded. Rise Africans Newspaper is proud to see African youth fighting hard to reach their goals.  Sponsors can contact him: AfterSkoolIsLit Helping Hand /ScimaHumbleking ( Facebook page ) or contact:  068 154 4537

The KwaSizabantu Mission will host a Thanksgiving event on Sunday, 23 June 2024 at its mission station in Kranskop, KwaZulu-Natal. This event will be the highlight of the celebration of 50 years of youth conferences.  As they celebrate this important milestone in their history, the Mission invites all to celebrate with them.   For fifty years, the Mission has defined standards to share the gospel with the younger generation through youth conferences and other outreaches. This year, the KwaSizabantu Youth Conference will be held from 19 – 25 June 2024.   The program is packed and exceptional speakers were invited to share insightful messages with the youngsters. Three services will be held daily in the auditorium, except on Sunday, 23 June, when only the Thanksgiving service will be held. Services will be streamed daily by the Mission’s community radio station, Radio Khwezi, and more information about the streamings will be readily available on the official website, www.khwezi.org.za   Since 1974, attendance of the KwaSizabantu Youth Conference has increased rapidly, with thousands of children and young people attending these events. Each event has specific themes. This year the theme is derived from 1 Chronicles 16:8, which reminds us to ‘make His deeds known among the people’.   Lidia Dube,  a senior manager and trustee of the Mission, laid the foundation for the youth conference when she shared her testimony and the gospel with small groups all those years back. The small meetings grew into a bigger event after parents from the community asked her to also include their children. Today, two youth conferences are held twice a year. These conference have been instrumental in the past to motivate youngsters to know God’s word, develop a relationship with the Lord, and become active in their church community.   The impact of the KwaSizabantu Youth Conferences is immense. It has become an essential catalyst for recruiting souls for the Kingdom. It also helps young people with serious problems and addictions. The Concerned Young People of South Africa (CYPSA) program has since come into existence to deal with serious social issues such as addiction, child molestation, and human trafficking, to name a few. So far, they’ve helped more than 20,000 young people struggling with addictions. CYPSA also visits schools and prisons to create awareness of drugs and other addictions.   We live in difficult times, and the attacks on children and young people are enormous. Without steadfast role models, it is sometimes impossible for children to grow into full-fledged and happy adults without extra help. The KwaSizabantu Youth Conference is doing incredible work among the young people and fulfilling its vision to render spiritual and physical assistance to whoever may be in need.   Contact details: Transport - 069 875 1658 / Reception - 032 481 5727 / Website: www.ksb.org.za

1st Annual IMA AWARDS 2024 . Osewine  izindondo eziningi u mum Pat Nkonyeni wase Nyaka eBizana usephinde waqopha umlando ngokuwina indondo ye Best Gospel of the year kwi IMA Awards e  Carto Manor eMkhumbani Hall next to Ridge View ngomhla ka 22 June 2024 .   Sikhuluma naye u mum Pat uthe: “ lama Awards aqalwe ngo September ngumphathi wawo u Sakhie owaziwa kakhulu ngokucula i Gospel eThekwini”. I vision kakhe kuku promoter upcoming artists zikwazi ukuba ne profile enhle nokuthuthukisa amakhono azo. Ube sengena u mum Pat kulama Awards wa nominetwa kwi Best Gospel of the year. Unxuse abantu ukuthi bamsize ngokumgotela kuzo zonke izindawo akwaze ukufinyelela kuzona.   U mum Pat ukwazile nokungena kwi Intokozo Fm wenza interview ngayo i IMA AWARDS .  Ama artist amaningi ahlala phansi nama albums awo futhi amanye engenayo nemali yokwenza ne album ngenxa yokuswela imali nomsebenzi kude kungenwe otshwaleni nakwizi dakamizwa ngaske angenelele uRhulumende ukusiza ama artist oMzansi Afrika ngemisebenzi nangokuxhasa ngakho konke okuyizidingo zawo.   Usesebenzisene  nama artist amaningi lo mama ezama ukuwa promoter kwazise ke naye akathathi ntweni. Kulowo nalowo onganozwelo ucela ukuxhaswa ngobuxhakaxhaka Boku recorder ukuze ama artist asafufusa akwazi uku recorder mahaala nezingani ezisencani zikhule zinento eziyenzayo ukugwema ukungena kwizidakamizwa, ukunshonsha, nokwenza zonke izinto zokwaphula umthetho. Lo mama lona  usebuye waqokwa Kuma TATA AWARDS eLusikisiki wangenela i Best Promising artist of the year ne Best Song of the year.   1st Annual TATA AWARDS izobe ingomhla ka 20 July 2024 uzimisele ukubuya nawo futhi lama Awards ngendlela anabalandeli ngayo abamvotelayo. Ebonga kwi IMA Awards uthi ucela uNkulunkulu ehlise intsikelelo kubona kuvuleke yonke iminyango yezezimali ukuze uSakhi akwazi ukuphumelela kumsebenzi awuphathiswe uNkulunkulu

We are always grateful to see Africans making change to their lives despite hard circumstances. Mathilda Mamatseane ( 35 ) was born and raised in Soweto, Johannesburg, Gauteng Province in South Africa. She completed her matric at Vuwani High School which is found in Johannesburg Soweto, enrolled for Diploma in Human Resources Management with Damelin, B -Tech Degree in Human Resource Management and Postgraduate labor law with University of Johannesburg and wish to further her studies and do her masters and other relevant qualifications. “My life changed during Covid -19 pandemic, I lost my job, got injured, left with disability and am now using crutches. I started new life from scratch, no job and I have been staying with my 88 years mother who is also living with disability and uses a wheelchair. It has been tough and thought it was the end of my life. One day I decided to make craft using natural trees, it was a hobby for me until realising it is indeed a gift from God. I made my first motar and pestle using a tree called mutamba - pfunda , my mother liked it a lot and I started making wooden furniture, kitchen utensils and other items. I entered national competition called Murumba Cultural Parade and won under the category of Art and craft in 2023, I also heard about a beauty pageant for people living with disability, I entered and am now a finalist”, she said. A beautiful Miss South Africa disability 2024 finalist loves engaging much in community projects. She donated sanitary pads to more than 100 learners from Vhufuli Primary in Vhembe District, Limpopo Province in South Africa on the 13th June 2024. On the 26th June 2024, she donated 100 sanitary to over 160 women and children including clothing for more than 150 beneficiaries (both males and females) at Makwarani Village, Kondelelani healthcare center which have over 200 people and wish to have given more than what she have given on the day. “I could not afford to buy sanitary pads and other essentials when I was grow up especially when I was in school and I had to ask teachers to help me. It affected my school attendance and my self-confidence as a student, so I know the pain young girls are going through" “My charity work catered for all gender not only women and but also man and children who are in need ,on the 28 June 2024, I celebrated youth month by making difference to the rural communities. I donated professional soccer balls to a Male football club team found in Gondeni la ha Mabilu in Limpopo province, South Africa, for people who are between 16 to 24 years of age called Gondeni United FC . I did that in order to encourage young people like me and for upcoming football players to believe in themselves and to take soccer to be more than just a hobby and make career out of it but also I wish to see more soccer development in the rural communities because young people are capable of doing more ,they sometimes just lack opportunities ”. Speaking about the challenges, Mathilda said it is not easy to make craft as a person living with disability. She does everything alone and its hard doing it without proper machinery and a proper working place. She use natural trees found in Venda and find it hard to transport them. The other challenge she raised is bullying people living with disability and being undermined . “The roads in Venda are difficult when I use crutches and no proper roads, when it’s raining it’s worse, no paved roads”, she concluded. PRICE LIST: Materials used -strong natural trees eg kiaart trees ,mahogany ( mutondo , mutokota , mutambapfunda, and many others. 1. HAND-MADE TABLE WITH CHUNKY THICK LEGS AND MEDIUM LEGS Medium Farmhouse table / coffee table: R9,999,00 Large Farmhouse table(thick chunky legs ) R15,999,00 2. HAND MADE (WOODEN CRAFTED SIDE TABLES ( 3 wooden thin legs ) medium R3,999,00 Large R4,999,00 3.VINTAGE BENCH HAND-MADE Medium R3,500 Large R3,999,00 4. KITCHEN UTENSILS Hand-made carved wooden tray Small R500 Medium R 600 Large R800 5.Carved Wooden Bowls and plates Hand made plates of natural various wood from small 500 Medium size R600 Large R800 Xtra Large fruit carved bowl R1200 Carved wooden spoon R200 Mortar and Pestle ( natural wood) small R800 Medium R1000 Natural wooden carved calabash from R5000 Decorated calabash From R200 Key holders: R150 to R200 Rise Africans Newspaper wishes Mathilda all the best! We cannot wait to see her making it to the top and crowning Miss South Africa disability 2024 title. More information about how to support her craft: Mathilda Mamatseane Call: 0765713287 Whatsapp: 060 7113250 E: matildahmamatseane@yahoo.com

KHOIKHOI MÎDI DI SAOGUB KHOIKHOI VOCABULARY Aba - carry Aitsamma - self / in person Ams - person's mouth Ama - true Am||na - blessed Anu - worth Apas - calabash Aboxan - Ancestors Axab - son Axas - daughter Âi - laugh COUNT 1 - |gui 2 - |gam 3 - !nona 4 - haka 5 - koro 6 - !nani 7 - hû 8 - ||khaisa 9 - khoesa 10 - disi

KhoiKhoi di #Khoamîdi KhoiKhoi Proverbs |Gui tsēs ge a |gui tsē "One day is one day" Khao gomas tsîn ge !haras !nâ ra #gâ "The Cradle will rock" Arib tsîn ta |ûna xau "Even a dog can shit hair through its faeces " !Gâi dis ge tsūse disa " Doing good can also have bad intentions of return" Mâ arib hoab ge ||îb tsesa ūha "Every dog gets its day" !Naesi Gowagu A !Aroma "Indigenous Languages Matter" |Gam #khoakha ra !gaugupa î ge |gâ-e ||hai tama hâ "When 2 elephants fight; the grass will suffer" Jeffrey Oarasib Hotagob Hartzenberg

From 19 to 25 June, the KwaSizabantu Mission commemorated 50 years of youth conferences, celebrating the remarkable success of two youth conferences annually for 50 years. The theme of the celebratory week-long event was derived from 1 Chronicles 16:8: “O give thanks to the Lord, call on His name; make his deeds known among the peoples.” This year, nearly 7,000 registered for the conference, with a packed auditorium and overflow of over 12,000 attendees on Sunday, June 23, during the Thanksgiving event. Esteemed guests, including representatives from the Royal House, the Office of the Premier of KZN, and the Mayors of Ilembe and uMzinyathi District Municipalities graced the Thanksgiving event. Their presence underscored the wide-ranging support for the youth conferences. “The support of our guests is deeply appreciated and valued”, said Dirk Combrink, spokesperson of the Mission. Dr Peter Hammond, a distinguished keynote speaker from Frontline Mission in Cape Town, delivered a powerful and thought-provoking message at the beginning of the conference that deeply resonated with the theme. His words left a lasting impact on the audience, inspiring them to reflect and take action. He said, “We live in an age of entitlement, arrogance, and pride. People selfishly litter and vandalise. The graffiti and pollution in many urban areas testify to this lack of gratitude and selfish sense of entitlement. As a result, whole groups and movements are demanding their rights, looting, and burning down schools, shops and public buildings. How about a month of humility instead of a Pride Month?” Among the many memorable moments, the fireworks display on Friday evening, 21 June, was a visual testament to the 50 years of youth conferences. Equally impactful were the personal testimonies of young men during some of the services, who credited the youth services with inspiring transformative changes in their lives. On the sports day, all the youngsters had the opportunity to participate and burn off excess energy. The different sports activities were put together so everyone could choose to join in, and no one was overlooked. They could participate in fun and healthy competitions, from healthy games to soccer matches. The workers, co-workers and volunteers made the event a huge success, doing whatever they could to make it a memorable event for the attendees. One of the oldest regular helpers and residents is Greama Kwela. She had the privilege of helping during all those conferences and has seen the blessings that came from it. She said, “I was here from the beginning when Rev Erlo Stegen started KwaSizabantu, and I was here when they started with the youth conferences fifty years ago.  It has grown, and I am thankful I can still be part of it.” Another regular helper and resident is Dr Elsa Bosman. She and her family started to visit the  Mission in 1976 but came to live on the Mission in 2007. She has ample experience at the KwaSizabantu youth conferences and has helped over the years wherever she was needed. “I've helped at many other events, even church events, and what makes this one stand out is the logistics and the attitude of the people helping during the youth conferences. To host thousands of children at a time and to make things run like a well-oiled machine takes hard work and dedication. Everybody does what their hands find to do and do it with love and dedication.” Since its inception in 1974, the KwaSizabantu Mission in Kranskop, KwaZulu-Natal, has been a beacon of hope for the local youth, hosting youth conferences twice yearly. The KwaSizabantu Youth Conference has grown in size and impact, with record numbers of children and young people attending these exceptional events. This growth in the KwaSizabantu Youth Conference is a testament to the unwavering support and commitment of the community members and supporters. WEBSITES: www.ksb.org.za  // www.khwezi.org.za