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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…

By SAPS As certain parts of the country is experiencing severe weather conditions,  the SAPS in the Northern Cape is appealing to residents to implement the following safety measures during this period and also to be vigilant and alert…

Supplied by National Department of Health                                                                                                                                   Picture:  Sourced  South Africa is currently experiencing the…

Karabo Ntanzi While a number of political parties including the ANC are planning on intensifying coalition talks on who they wish their coalition partners will be, some Northern Cape communities have tabled their preferred coalition…

Supplied The Sol Plaatje Local Municipality is excited to announce its partnership with Easypay, a leading digital payment solutions provider, to facilitate convenient and efficient digital bill payments for residents.  The system came…

CORRESPONDENCE The Gender Based Violence and Femicide activists in the Northern Cape have critisised a 29-year-old woman who allegedly withdrew assault cases against her husband. The woman who posted explosive revelations of abuse…

While a number of political parties including the ANC are planning on intensifying coalition talks on who they wish their coalition partners will be, some Northern Cape communities have tabled their preferred coalition political parties.…

Supplied The Northern Cape Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA) hosted an Integrated Development Plan (IDP) Engagement Session with all the thirty-one (31) municipalities of the…

The Calvinia Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit secured the 28 year imprisonment sentence handed down by the Williston Regional Court to 52 year old Arrie van Wyk following the rape of a 17 year old girl in Williston…

The Operation Vala Umgodi team in the Frances Baard district remains persistent in fighting the scourge of illegal mining and drug trafficking by conducting continuous disruptive operations. The multi-disciplinary team followed up on…

The Commissioner of the Border Management Authority (BMA), Dr Michael Masiapato issued a stern warning to travellers in contravention of the Immigration Act of South Africa. Last night on the 4th of June 2024, during a routine intelligence…

Supplied On 13 April 2024, the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) initiated a precautionary recall of two batches of Benylin Paediatric Syrup (batch numbers 329303 and 329304), in response to reported high levels…

The Kuruman Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit secured a 10 year prisonment sentence, handed down by the Mothibistad Regional Court to 28 year old Thatayaone Abia Sekgantlha Motshegetsi, following the rape of a…

The Northern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola reiterated that the protection of children remains one of the priorities of the SAPS and that *ALL CHILDREN within the boarders of South Africa have the right to be…

The rapid and swift response of a multi-disciplinary SAPS team comprising of the Northern Cape Provincial Organised Crime Investigation: Crime Detection, Kimberley Flying Squad and Kimberley Crime Prevention unit on Tuesday, 28 May 2024 led…

The investigating officer of Upington Stock-Theft and Endangered Spices Unit, Warrant Officer Jacques Ockhuys, was commended for the excellent work that led to the conviction for Illegal Hunting. On 08 September 2018, three springboks…

The Prosecution and Investigation teams led by Mr Caswell Joseph and Detective Sergeant Mojalefa Mokitimi succesfully secured a 10 year imprisonment sentence, handed down by the Victoria West Regional Court to 31 year old Phakamile De Bruin…

Karabo Ntanzi The National Prosecuting Authority recently launched a progressive arm the Community Prosecution (CP) aiming to bring the organisation closer to the communities and the masses, serving through engagements outside the…

By Palesa Mofoti After a long anticipation from the community the Northern Cape Department of Education with the Premier of the Province, Dr Zamani Saul officially opened the renovated Kimberley Academy (former Redirile Primary School)…

By Palesa Mofoti The country geared into election mood as citizens stood in ques to cast their votes on Wednesday. The voting stations were filled with excitement as citizens were preparing to cast their votes.  According to the…

Thato Mgoma In celebrating Africa Day, Dikabo Tse Ntle Arts and Music Promotions launched Morethetho Traditional Dance Festival to celebrate Africa Day on 25 May. The open space in front of Botsang Street Galeshewe was transformed…

Supplied The Northern Cape Provincial Government has over the past 30 years made great strides in transforming the education landscape in the Province through massive investment in Education. The sixth administration further declared…

As citizens were preparing to cast their votes during the National and Provincial Elections, Operation Shanela continues to ensure a safe and secure environment for all inhabitants. The ongoing Operation Shanela high density operations…

The  Kuruman Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit  secured a 10 year prisonment sentence, handed down by the Mothibistad Regional Court to 28 year old Thatayaone Abia Sekgantlha Motshegetsi, following the rape of…

Two accused aged 46 and 28 years old, respectively, were both recently sentenced to 3 years direct imprisonment for the severe assault of a 16 year old boy. On 28 January 2023 at 02:00, the 16 year old male victim had an argument with…

SAPS throughout the province, joined by the Community Police Forums (CPF's), the Youth Crime Prevention Desks and Community in Blue Patrollers in conjunction with the Department of Education, School Governing Bodies (SGB's) and the…

As citizens were preparing to cast their votes during the National and Provincial Elections, Operation Shanela continues to ensure a safe and secure environment for all inhabitants. The ongoing Operation Shanela high density operations…

The Provincial Commissioner of the Northern Cape, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola applauded members of Operation Vala Umgodi for their continued efforts in disrupting illegal mining activities through crime prevention actions, including…

Thato Mgoma The Department of Roads and Public Works celebrated 20 years of a nationwide government programme, the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) at AR Abass Stadium yesterday. This programme was implemented in 2004 to…

Supplied The SAPS Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences units in the Frances Baard District, accompanied by the SAPS Sector Policing, Community Police Forum, Social Crime Prevention and the Safety Participants from the…

Supplied Hundreds of security guards in the Northern Cape demand the government to employ them permanently. This comes after about 700 security guards were not paid their monthly salaries in April.  Some guards employed by Defensor…

By Palesa Mofoti ‘I never want to see a child suffer, because that hurts me deeply seeing a child in that state’ words from Xolo Nicholas Ndayi affectionately known as Rre Ndayi, founder of Kitso Ke Bophelo a non-profit organization in…

Karabo Ntanzi It was an auspicious occasion for Masiza Primary School staff members, parents, and some members of the School Management Team as they bid farewell to two beloved teachers, Kedisaletse affectionately known as Sale Moheta…