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This time round you my readers, are in for a shock or two. I never thought I would do this type of thing on these pages, but those who don't know how cheap life has become in this country, will witness it first hand.

For obvious reasons I'm not displaying the extremely graphical images on this page, but a link is provided if you feel brave enough to view it. I must also add that scenes of violence such as this has been happening in the townships long before 1994 and even worse when Winnie Mandela preached her matchsticks and tyres philosophy.

This girl was chopped up in broad daylight in front of a crowd in Hillbrow,JHB

Hillbrow, JHB May 13, 2007 - A man in his 30s is set to be charged later this week in the shocking beheading of a 21-year-old woman at a mini bus depot in JHB central Monday.

Stacy Wilson was pulled off a bus and chopped to death by a man police later identified as Shorn Samuel. Up to last night cops here gave no motive for the horrendous murder, which happened before dozens of stunned onlookers.

Wilson sustained several chops to her body before her head was severed along with her right hand by the machete-wielding Samuel, who held the head for a bit before dropping it.

He was soon after nabbed by Jhb metro cops. He is set to be charged following a post mortem on Wilson later this week.

Faraday Nkoane claimed in 2004 that it's okay to take from the whites. He urged youths to stop stealing from black people on Youth Day of that year. The problem is that white people never realised the extent of crime and impact it would have on them before 1994. And not much has changed since then except that crime is our problem. Common ground has been reached between all races in this country and the ANC has already been blamed for loosing touch with their people. What amazes me though is that their people still firmly believe in the ANC led government.

Is it time that we get "hardegat"? Is it time to sweep the nation up into a frenzy in order to get things right? Here's another shocker blog for all those who used to "play" in Hillbrow and with this, I'd like to appeal to whomever out there who has any old photos of Hillbrow, to forward these to me. (webmaster at gpsa.co.za)

We're mostly intelligent people, middle of the road people, people who moan and groan but do little to improve our situation. Look at this blog and see if you agree. Or try the extreme "darkraven" and think what could happen once this mindset takes over.

I'm not an extremist, I believe that we all have a role to play if only we're prepared to stick our necks out. Even a little bit. Get our voices heard. I believe that with all eyes fixed on South Africa with the 2010 World Cup on it's way, we have the perfect opportunity to put some preasure on government in getting this beautiful country in order. For all of us.

Personally I will make space available on my domain for anyone who wish to start their own webpages in getting the word out. Contact me and I'll work something out.

Lastly, a note from a friend who works at a (local) foreign consulate :

Our government profits from crime

After I was a victim of crime in 2000, I attended many crime discussions, brain storming and therapy sessions. At each of these discussions the question came up on how to tackle the symptoms of crime. The only question never raised was:

Question: "What is the influence of crime on the S.A. Govt?"

Answer: Crime generates millions and millions of Rands for the S.A. Govt

Here are the facts:

Example 1:

Take just one million home owners in Gauteng who pay for "armed crime reaction" (not crime prevention) where private security companies react AFTER the crime has taken place - no wonder they never make any arrests!

This service costs on average R250 p.m. Therefore 1 000,000 x R240.00 X 12 months x 14% VAT, generates R403 million in tax revenue for the S.A. Govt!

Example 2:

A car thief steals a R500,000 car and receives between R10,000 and R30,000 for his deed. The car owner is paid out by insurance and then purchases another similar vehicle, on which he pays 14% VAT of approx R70,000 as a direct result of crime. Who profited the most? The thief or the S.A.Govt?

We must begin with a mechanism whereby the S.A. Govt is forced to reconsider this unconstitutional and immoral practice of profiting from crime! All South Africans should demand that all payments related to protection of life and property should be VAT free and Tax deductible!

This principle should also apply to replacement of stolen property as well as estate duty. If a person dies as a result of crime we should also demand that estate duty not be paid. How much do you think the S.A. Govt has made out of estate duty from the murders of 1300 South African farmers?

The S.A. Govt likes to compare us to overseas. Well overseas your safety and security is covered by your income tax and is tax deductible!

It is time that South Africans stood together and made the Govt and public aware of the Govt's "income" from crime. In the meantime crime is the goose that lays the golden egg.

Is it also not unreasonable to expect victims of violence and hijackings to pay their own medical costs? The Govt should pay for these expenses as well as family counselling for victims!

Come on South Africa, ask the right questions and demand the right answers!

Let's have your ideas -

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	22 June 2007
This time round you my readers, are in for a shock or two. I never thought I would do this type of thing on these pages, but those who don't know how cheap life has become in this country, will witness it first hand. For obvious reasons I'm not displaying the extremely graphical images on this page, but a link is provided if you feel brave enough to view it. I must also add that scenes of violence such as this has been happening in the townships long before 1994 and even worse when Winnie Mandela preached her matchsticks and tyres philosophy. This girl was chopped up in broad daylight in front of a crowd in Hillbrow,JHB Hillbrow, JHB May 13, 2007 - A man in his 30s is set to be charged later this week in the shocking beheading of a 21-year-old woman at a mini bus depot in JHB central Monday. Stacy Wilson was pulled off a bus and chopped to death by a man police later identified as Shorn Samuel. Up to last night cops here gave no motive for the horrendous murder, which happened before dozens of stunned onlookers. Wilson sustained several chops to her body before her head was severed along with her right hand by the machete-wielding Samuel, who held the head for a bit before dropping it. He was soon after nabbed by Jhb metro cops. He is set to be charged following a post mortem on Wilson later this week. Faraday Nkoane claimed in 2004 that it's okay to take from the whites. He urged youths to stop stealing from black people on Youth Day of that year. The problem is that white people never realised the extent of crime and impact it would have on them before 1994. And not much has changed since then except that crime is *our* problem. Common ground has been reached between all races in this country and the ANC has already been blamed for loosing touch with their people. What amazes me though is that their people still firmly believe in the ANC led government. Is it time that we get "hardegat"? Is it time to sweep the nation up into a frenzy in order to get things right? Here's another shocker blog for all those who used to "play" in Hillbrow and with this, I'd like to appeal to whomever out there who has any old photos of Hillbrow, to forward these to me. (webmaster at gpsa.co.za) We're mostly intelligent people, middle of the road people, people who moan and groan but do little to improve our situation. Look at this blog and see if you agree. Or try the extreme "darkraven" and think what could happen once this mindset takes over. I'm not an extremist, I believe that we all have a role to play if only we're prepared to stick our necks out. Even a little bit. Get our voices heard. I believe that with all eyes fixed on South Africa with the 2010 World Cup on it's way, we have the perfect opportunity to put some preasure on government in getting this beautiful country in order. For all of us. Personally I will make space available on my domain for anyone who wish to start their own webpages in getting the word out. Contact me and I'll work something out. Lastly, a note from a friend who works at a (local) foreign consulate : Our government profits from crime After I was a victim of crime in 2000, I attended many crime discussions, brain storming and therapy sessions. At each of these discussions the question came up on how to tackle the symptoms of crime. The only question never raised was: Question: "What is the influence of crime on the S.A. Govt?" Answer: Crime generates millions and millions of Rands for the S.A. Govt Here are the facts: Example 1: Take just one million home owners in Gauteng who pay for "armed crime reaction" (not crime prevention) where private security companies react AFTER the crime has taken place - no wonder they never make any arrests! This service costs on average R250 p.m. Therefore 1 000,000 x R240.00 X 12 months x 14% VAT, generates R403 million in tax revenue for the S.A. Govt! Example 2: A car thief steals a R500,000 car and receives between R10,000 and R30,000 for his deed. The car owner is paid out by insurance and then purchases another similar vehicle, on which he pays 14% VAT of approx R70,000 as a direct result of crime. Who profited the most? The thief or the S.A.Govt? We must begin with a mechanism whereby the S.A. Govt is forced to reconsider this unconstitutional and immoral practice of profiting from crime! All South Africans should demand that all payments related to protection of life and property should be VAT free and Tax deductible! This principle should also apply to replacement of stolen property as well as estate duty. If a person dies as a result of crime we should also demand that estate duty not be paid. How much do you think the S.A. Govt has made out of estate duty from the murders of 1300 South African farmers? The S.A. Govt likes to compare us to overseas. Well overseas your safety and security is covered by your income tax and is tax deductible! It is time that South Africans stood together and made the Govt and public aware of the Govt's "income" from crime. In the meantime crime is the goose that lays the golden egg. Is it also not unreasonable to expect victims of violence and hijackings to pay their own medical costs? The Govt should pay for these expenses as well as family counselling for victims! Come on South Africa, ask the right questions and demand the right answers! Let's have your ideas - Message Board Free Forums by Bravenet.com	Online Shop Past Views Current Joke Past jokes Gallery Links Current Exchange Rate Daily News Headlines Articles
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