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KHOIKHOI MÎDI DI |GAI|GAI!NÂ KHOIKHOI WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT NE GOWAS TI ABOXAN DĪB "This is my Ancestors' Language" HOA DA NÎ !HOA "We all are going to speak" NE GOWAS TA |GAI KAI TE "This Language will make me strong" ||KHA||KHA TE TI ABOXAN GOWABA "Teach me the Language of my Ancestors" SI TA MA DA GA I O; TARE-E? "If we don't; who will?" KHOIKHOI MÎDI DI SAOGUB KHOIKHOI VOCABULARY PEREB - BREAD PIRI - GOAT SARI - VISIT SÎ - SEND SOAS - OPPORTUNITY SON - DISAPPEAR SORES - SUN SOROS - BODY TAR-E - WHAT TARI-E - WHO TOROB - WAR

My journey to the 50th anniversary of KwaSizabantu Mission’s youth conferences in KwaZulu Natal was a profound experience. Arriving at the mission station in Kranskop, KwaZulu-Natal, on Saturday, 15 June, and departing on Saturday, 30 June, I was privileged to witness two weeks of transformative experiences and invaluable life lessons. The impact of these conferences on the lives of the youth over 50 years was truly priceless, instilling hope for their future. Imagine two conferences for 50 years attended by thousands of youngsters every time, each leaving with a renewed sense of purpose and hope for their future. The planning related to event management was significant and mind-boggling on the day of the Thanksgiving event. From managing the parking arrangements for hundreds of vehicles, they accepted and welcomed honorary and other guests and guided them inside the auditorium where the service took place. Then, there was coordination in managing the spillover of the attendees after the 10,000-seater auditorium was capacitated. For this purpose, huge tents were erected by workers and filled with chairs before the time. Afterwards, the tents were used to hand out food parcels for the extra visitors. More than 12,000 received food on this day. About six tents were well prepared for a five-star meal for the expected guests and the dignitaries. Everything happened as if the team of workers and helpers had practised many times before the time. The youth conference can better be described as an event that operates seamlessly through the effective coordination of many parts, leaving me impressed and amazed at the level of organisation and dedication. KwaSizabantu has hosted youth conferences at its Mission station twice a year for fifty years. At first, a small group came to hear the gospel and listen to testimonies of other people’s restored lives. Quickly, the numbers grew, with significant numbers of young people coming to the Mission to get help from a wide variety of socioeconomic challenges, including addictions.  Very soon, the Mission realised that the socioeconomic challenges of the young ones were far more than what the community and government helped with, and it opened its gates to help those in need. The youngsters come in impressive numbers to the KwaSizabantu Mission, with almost 8,000 registering for the celebratory conference in June. They received healthy meals three times per day. They attended services where the gospel was shared with them, and others could share their inspiring stories of life-changing events.  The services and meetings were held three times daily, and highly respected speakers were invited to share messages of hope. The youngsters could also participate in a sports day, where all the activities have been designed to allow them to participate, from general games to more skilled sports activities. To conclude: Attending this event was life-changing, and the rewards were significant and encouraging. Be on the look-out for the next article which will focus on why this conference is different from others. READ MORE ABOUT THIS CONFERENCE IN THE SPECIAL DEVOTED EDITION BY FOLLOWING THE LINK: https://online.pubhtml5.com/asxvv/heul/

Slasenger Dingole Mokone , (23) is an author and entrepreneur from Turfloop, Mankweng Unit A, Limpopo Province in South Africa. His journey began with a book titled " I Conquered ," which delve much into psycho social challenges such as depression, loneliness, and fear, offering insights on overcoming them through relatable short stories. “My writing was inspired by profound challenges that I have to face growing up. It was not easy to deal with loneliness and fear. Drawing from personal triumphs over these obstacles, I aimed to share my experiences and support others in similar situations. I penned down " Show Me the Light ," my first book, inspired by Sylvia Maleka's organisation called "Show me the Light" which helps the children and youth. The book explores how to transform oneself using the mind, mouth, and heart—the three organs that shape our state of being. It serves as a guide to engineer personal growth and achieve a better state of being”, he said. Beyond writing, Slasenger is also passionate about entrepreneurship and currently focused on building his clothing brand called Priest Amare ®. Priest here does not mean a religious leader but someone who stands for those who can't stand for themselves in any given situation. The word "Amare" means to love in latin . “Standing for myself and others in love is  embodied  by determination and success as our slogan is "success is mine", he added. He recently released a third book titled, " I Am Preparing Myself for Marriage and This Is How... ," motivated by his observations of broken relationships. “Through research, I uncovered that personal character deficiencies often contribute to marital failures example lack of self control can lead to cheating which leads to divorce. This book offers insights into developing essential characteristics  for sustaining marriage, for a successful marriage is a marriage that is or has been well maintained”, he concluded. His message to all aspiring authors is to keep writing and forget about finance issues, write down what you want to achieve and look at it time to time one day it will manifest and develop habits that lead to your goals. His books are available and costs only R 150,00. More information can be found:  0798336414 | Facebook : Thapelo Slasenger or TikTok as wordsmith.

Another Mankweng township pride! Tumelo Mantsi Jocomina Bopape is a Gospel Artist from Unit F, Mankweng, Polokwane, Limpopo Province in South Africa. A single mother of a baby boy named Blessing started her school at Makeketela Primary School, Makgongoana High School and Mamabudusha High School. Later on she went on to acquire Certificate in call center Communication Marketing and Advertising. She went to Northern Computer School to do Diploma in Cashier, Project Management Certificate Preparation Programme with Saltiq College and Intel Learn Easy steps course with University of Limpopo.   “My love for music started at an early age at church, it is infact a talent from God. One day a guy named Kennedy Malifonde  from Zambia recognised my talent and featured my music. In 2021, I recorded my single titled “Mighty God” and it was online from August 2021”, she said.   Beautiful songstress told us about challenges in the music industry such as finding the right people who understand the type of music, making music without funds, lack of gigs and difficulties to find radio interviews. She is currently rehearsing and planning to record 3 or 4 songs next year.   “My advice to aspiring Gospel artist is to keep pushing, it has never been easy to make it in the music industry. Perseverance is a mother of success, keep praying, God will never fail you. I want to see myself winning more awards and my music being played on all platforms, radios and television. I want the world to know Christ through my voice and change people lives through my singing/my voice ”, concluded Tumelo.   Her music is found on Youtube, Itunes, Boomplay, (search song titled Mighty God - Tumelo B | Facebook: Tumelo B Smallgirl.   Rise Africans Newspaper wishes her all the best in her career.

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