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Springbok – 26 August 2025 A 25-year-old man, Juandre Smith has been sentenced to 15 years of direct imprisonment for the murder of  39-year-old Quinton Makatees in the Garies Regional Court. The accused was convicted on Tuesday, 26…

Kimberley – 25 August 2025: Operation Shanela II remains steadfast and intentional in its efforts to combat crime through high-density policing operations conducted across all five districts of the province. The week-long actions, which…

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has arrested 18 634 suspects over the past week - signaling reaffirmation of public safety and the rule of law. Among those arrested were 3 087 wanted individuals linked to serious and violent…

The Kimberley SAPS hosted a Women’s Month closing church service under the theme “Empowered by Faith, United in Purpose.” The event was held on 25 August 2025 at the Kimberley Police Station Gymnasium, and  attended by representatives…

Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development (DJCOD), Andries Nel, has called for a united approach to fight human trafficking and the exploitation of young women. This after the circulation of social media videos – through…

The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) is expected to host the annual International Overdose Awareness Day on Friday. The event will be held in partnership with the South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence…

Supplied  MEC Bentley Vass, responsible for the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA) in the Northern Cape, accompanied by the Mayor of the Siyancuma Local Municipality, Councillor…

SA News President Cyril Ramaphosa will designate a specific day for a nationwide cleanup, with all South Africans, including Ministers, participating in community cleanup efforts, Deputy President Paul Mashatile said. “We’ll dedicate…

Karabo Ntanzi About 200 members of the South African Democratic Teachers' Union (SADTU) from Francis Baard, JT Gaetsewe, and ZF Mgcawu Districts gathered at Phatshimang FET College to select teams that will represent the Province at the…

Supplied  Minister Motsoaledi has on Friday, 08 august visited the Northern Cape province following the release of the report by the Health Ombud on his investigation of treatment, complications and deaths of psychiatric patients at…

Supplied  A significant victory was secured for a family in the Barrydale area in the Western Cape after they successfully opposed their eviction. On 5 August 2025, the Land Court in Cape Town handed down judgment dismissing an appeal by…

By Khumo Makame and Palesa Mofoti The Northern Cape Department of Education hosted an Indaba focusing on Early Childhood Development (ECD) under the theme "Quality Foundational Learning". The gathering, which is a build-up towards the…

Karabo Ntanzi A Congolese-born Doctor, Phil Mwenze, is Senior Medical Officer (Physician) at Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital and also running a private practice in Roodepan. He came to South Africa 18 years ago.  He worked in…

Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe has called for the marketing of South African natural diamonds across the world, as the sector faces a decline in demand and price. The local sector now faces an added challenge of…

Correspondent Mourners who attended the funeral service of Kenalemang Cynthia Moreothata have pleaded with the government to end Gender Based Violence. Moreothata was allegedly killed by her husband who is a Pastor in what many described…

Karabo Ntanzi Three hundred and fifty delegates from all nine provinces descended on Mitta Seperepere Convention Center in Kimberley to witness the first South African Heroine Awards (SAHA) in the Northern Cape. Hosted on Women's Day,…

Supplied Science, heritage and the arts have come together in a unique arts exhibition to pay homage to women of strength on Women's Day, celebrated annually on 9 August. The Cosmic Echoes: Shared Sky Indigenous Art Exhibition, a…

Correspondence Ross John Henderson's family says they will seek legal advice should he be cleared in the murder of Jason Afrique and the attempted murder of Afrique's wife, Micyla. They said this after Henderson's  DNA…

Platfontein community members brazed the cold weather to witness a historic moment of opening the first state of the art Early Childhood Development Centre (ECD). The !Xunkwesa ECD was constructed by the Palms for Life Fund at the cost…

By Karabo Ntanzi A Congolese-born businesswoman, Aena Mwenze, who resides in Kimberley, celebrated her birthday differently this year by inviting survivors of Gender-Based Violence (GBV). The purpose was to observe the…

CORRESPONDENCE The family of MI- Kyla Booysen says plans are underway to establish a foundation in her honor. Booysen is one of three South Africans who were killed by a Zimbabwean national, Collen Mhlanga, in a road accident in June…

Supplied The MEC for Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform, Mase Manopole, on Friday, 18 July 2025, lead a series of impactful community outreach activities in Roodepan observing Nelson Mandela Day, under…

Karabo Ntanzi Northern Cape Theater was filled with mourners in memory of comedian, Thekiso "Quarter Leg" Maarman. The Theatre foyer confirmed that indeed Quarter Leg lived to make people laugh.  Mourners had an opportunity to write…

Supplied The Department of Employment and Labour’s Inspections and Enforcement Services has closed down a Government mortuary in Bloemfontein, Free State. The closure of the facility emanates from a reactive inspection conducted by the…

The Kathu SAPS Crime Prevention members followed up on information and arrested the second male suspect in connection with the murder and business robbery incident that took place in Kathu on 08 October 2024 at about 12:45. It is alleged…

Cyberbullying is one of the challenges that our society is faced with, especially in the education sector and it contributes to learners dropping out of school, suicide cases and other serious incidents amongst learners. The police and…

The ongoing efforts by the Northern Cape Operation Vala Umgodi team resulted in the arrest of four men aged between 32 and 50 years old for possession of suspected unpolished diamonds on the evening of Tuesday , 08 September 2024. The…

Supplied The man arrested in connection with the massacre of 18 people made his first appearance in the Lusikisiki Magistrates' Court yesterday. Siphosoxolo Myekethe (45) is facing 18 charges of murder and one count possession of an…

SA News Agency The Gauteng Provincial Legislature’s Portfolio Committee on Community Safety has called on law enforcement to clamp down on the selling of expired food in local spaza shops. This follows the deaths of five children due…

Supplied Six hundred and ninety women from the Anglican Deanery of Kimberley and Kuruman descended to Kimberley for the 30th Mothers’ Union Conference, held at the Old Christian Revival Church, from  Friday, 27 September to Sunday, 29…

Supplied On 28 September 2024 Galeshewe community, the Hlakudi family and relatives bid farewell to 81-year-old Kenneth Morewane Hlakudi, also known as “Dire”, a man of great stature.  A Requiem Mass was held at Our Lady of Fatima…

SA News Agency Government is in discussions to intervene in the reduction of administered prices, including the petrol price, in South Africa. This is according to Minerals and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe, who was…

Correspondence The Department of Water and Sanitation has warned communities who use water from rivers (raw or untreated) in the Northern Cape and North West to be careful as they might contain cholera. This include communities and water…

Supplied The family of 28-year-old Jayson Afrique have welcome the decision of the Kimberley Magistrate denying bail against the man accused of his murder. 38-year-old John Ross Henderson was denied bail on 4 October following days of…

Supplied "We demand the government to prioritise policies that speak and favour the workers," Cosatu Northern Cape Secretary, Orapeleng Moraladi said this during the federation's protest in the province.  Hundreds of Cosatu…

Correspondence The Public Protector's probe into allegations of improper conduct by the officials of the Department of Transport, Safety and Liaison has found out that the appointment of Hastings Farrington Nel as unlawful. Nel was…

Supplied The State brought proceedings to a halt and called for a postponement in the trial of seven Chinese nationals charged with human trafficking and child labour as the defence witness was battling to follow proceedings. Amil…

Supplied The coordinators of four well known Museums in Kimberley believe their partnership will go a long way in exposing key cultural institutions. The Transnet Transport Museum, the William Humphreys Art Gallery, the Big Hole Museum…

Supplied The Northern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola joined by the Deputy Director of Correctional Services, Phillip Phajane hosted a combined Heritage Month event at Kimberley Correctional Services on…

Supplied In 2008, the World Health Organisation declared 3 October as World No Alcohol Day and the country is observing October as Social Development month. Minister for Social Development (DSD), Sisisi Tolashe is appealing to all…

Supplied As the Festive Season approaches, the SAPS, in partnership with other Government departments, provided essential mobile services that are easy accessible to the community of Galeshewe on Thursday, 3 October  2024. The service…

Correspondent The family of 28-year-old Jason Afrique said his untimely death has changed their lives. Afrique, a well-known businessman and a member of bikers' CC Riders Club, was shot and killed near his home in Newpark, Kimberley, on…

Supplied The DA in the Northern Cape has expressed concerns about policing in the rural areas, including farms. This comes after the arrest of four suspects in connection with the murder of 81-year-old Kuruman farmer Hendrik Venter. …

Supplied The Deputy Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), Dr Namane Dickson Masemola led the Ministerial Oversight visit to identified District Municipalities across the Northern Cape, a commitment to…

Supplied The Roodepan SAPS is investigating an inquest into the death of Richard Steenkamp (73) who went missing in Roodepan on Friday, 16 August 2024. On Wednesday, 04 September 2024 at about 10:00 the body of Steenkamp was found in…

Supplied Calls for police to arrest a high ranking 46 year old police officer for alleged rape in the Northern Cape are mounting. The SAPS Lt Colonel who is attached to the Kimberley Flying Squad allegedly raped a 15 year old grade 9…

Supplied The South African Military Ombud under the leadership of Lt General (Ret) Vusumuzi Masondo is visiting the military bases in Kimberley, De Aar and Jan Kempdorp to educate the soldiers about the operations of the Office.…

Karabo Ntanzi The Northern Cape Premier, Dr Zamani Saul, urged local municipalities to repair ailing infrastructure to attract tourists.  Saul said poor infrastructure in the province will drive away visitors if not addressed timeously.…

Supplied The  Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA) says it expects contractors contracted to build houses in various Districts of the Northern Cape to deliver quality houses. The…

Karabo Ntanzi The partnership between the Department of Public Works and the Department of Higher Education's Community Education and Training College launched a groundbreaking initiative for female EPWP participants in the Frances Baard…