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Boipelo Mere Lethabo Park community members called for a Skip rubbish bin to be posted in the park, following complaints from residents living adjacent to what they refer to as an illegal dumping site. The residents made a plea for intervention from Sol Plaatje Municipality, stating that they no longer enjoy the freedom of their yards due to…

The Namakwa District Commissioner, Brigadier Schalk Andrews, officially welcomed 45 of the 58 new constables who completed their training at different SAPS Training Academies in the country and were placed at various stations within the district. The parade was held at the Human Resource Development (HRD) offices in Springbok on 1 December.…

Supplied Through the implementation of Operation Shanela 2, law enforcement in the Northern Cape apprehended 258 perpetrators during intensified crime prevention operations from Monday 1 December 2025 until Sunday, 7 December 2025. The operations were led by senior management at both provincial and district levels, in collaboration with key…

Supplied The Northern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola together with the Frances Baard District Commissioner, Major General Charlotte Makgari led a crime blitz in the greater Kimberley today, 5 December 2025. As part of Safer Festive Season operations officers and members from Provincial Components, Stations and…

Following a successful Career Awareness Exhibition held at the Northern Cape urban TVET college on the 15 of October, The Auto Engage Youth Empowerment Programme (AEYEP), powered by merSETA in partnership with Barolong Ba Ratlou Consulting, held yet another successful career awareness exhibition at the Galaletsang Science High School in Kuruman…

The spotlight was on Vanderkloof Resort, which hosted the Northern Cape Economic Development, Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (NCEDA)’s Provincial Tourism Summer Campaign aimed at boosting domestic travel on Friday, 28 November. Situated near Vanderkloof Dam from Hopetown on the N12, Vanderkloof Resort is mostly beneficial for the N1 and…

Supplied On 5 November 2025, an elderly woman in Ceres, Western Cape, scored a significant court victory after she obtained a Protection Order effectively evicting an abusive and violent son-in-law from her home. The son-in-law is married to the woman’s daughter and they all live together in the home. After both experiencing and observing constant…

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) is urging all COVID-19 Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant (R370) applicants to use cell phone numbers that are registered under their names to do official application for the grant. In a statement on Thursday, the Agency said the cell phone number and banking details are crucial particulars for…

Water and Sanitation Deputy Ministers David Mahlobo and Sello Seitlhlolo will on Friday, 28 November 2025, release the findings of the independent investigation into the collapse of the Jagersfontein mine dam in the Free State. The Jagersfontein community suffered one of the worst disasters in its history when the mine’s tailings dam wall…

By: Khumo Makame The inaugural Diamonds and Dorings Kimberley Big Hole Marathon, held on 21 November 2025 in the historic city of Kimberley in the Northern Cape, delivered a vibrant and memorable showcase, attracting more than 3,000 runners across its 42.2km, 21km, 10km and 5km races. The race started at 5am making it possible for the…

By Palesa Mofoti Recreation hall in Galeshewe was filled with an echo of jubilation and screams of excited parents as it hosted the Grade R annual graduation ceremony of Olympic Primary school on Thursday the 20th November 2025. Phones were on full swing capturing mode as elated parents witnessed their little one’s excited and beaming faces…

By Palesa Mofoti and Khumo Makame The hungry and frustrated workers of Ekapa Mine expressed concerns around the silence by the Northern Cape Premier Zamani Saul about what they described as the ongoing bullying by their employer. The workers, represented by the National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa(Numsa) is making progress in…

Boipele Mere Sol Plaatje University’s (SPU) Department of Institutional Advancement (DIA) brought home 5 awards from the MACE Excellence Awards in Johannesburg, in recognition of excellence in marketing, advancement and communication. The prestigious gala dinner was held on 13 November 2025 under the theme “The Human Touch: Marketing,…

Boipelo Mere Sol Plaatje University’s (SPU) Department of Institutional Advancement (DIA) brought home 5 awards from the MACE Excellence Awards in Johannesburg, in recognition of excellence in marketing, advancement and communication. The prestigious gala dinner held on 13 November 2025 under the theme “The Human Touch: Marketing, Advancement…

By Palesa Mofoti and Khumo Makame The National Union of Metalworkers of South Africa is mobilizing with all progressive parties for a mass strike against Ekapa Mine in Kimberley, after workers were served lay-off notices without pay and later faced disciplinary action for embarking on strike action. The hungry workers embarked on a strike…

Supplied Kathu Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences unit is requesting assistance from the public in locating 9-year-old Mihlali Khanyiso Ludaba, who went missing on Friday, 14 November 2025. According to her mother, she last saw her daughter on Friday morning when she got Mhihlali ready for school. However, when she…

By Palesa Mofoti The South African Police Service held its Annual Provincial Excellence Awards at the Madiba Hall on 13 November 2025. To pay homage and recognise the tireless efforts, bravery and selflessness of police officers who strive to make an impact in their communities. MEC for Transport, Safety and Liaison, Limakatso Koloi and…

Supplied Five incidents of theft and vandalism were reported to the Sol Plaatje Municipality Electrical Department over the weekend. The overall asset loss still has to be established. One incident resulted in an outage. Power supply was restored in Roodepan in the early hours of this morning amid the vandalism of a mini-substation at…

The Kimberley Serious and Violent Crimes Unit is investigating a culpable homicide case following a fatal crash that claimed 2 Galeshewe friends Boitumelo ‘Tots’ Pheleu (36), and Dwight Galileo Sekgoro (35), on Sunday 09 November on the R31. Three more male friends, believed to be from Galeshewe, remain hospitalised with serious…

By Palesa Mofoti     The emotional farewell celebration of Nontobeko Ngobeni, which was held over the course of two days at Masiza Primary School and Batsumi Guest House, was nothing short of amazing. The festivity included energetic cultural performances from her learners, with guests draped in their beautiful traditional attire,…

By Khumo Makame The Hlohlolo family was left with only the clothes on their backs after a devastating fire destroyed their two-roomed shack at 2 pm in Agisanang Informal Settlement, behind the Archives building, Galeshewe, on Monday, 26 October. The family was also left without shelter following the blaze, which started shortly after 2:15 pm,…

Supplied As the festive season approaches, the South African Police Service urges community members to remain vigilant and avoid situations that could lead to violent crime. The SAPS will continue implementing proactive policing measures to ensure that all citizens enjoy a safe and crime-free festive period. In view of this, the Frances Baard…

Law enforcement agencies took decisive action against criminality through the implementation of Operation Phakisa across the coastal areas of the Namakwa District from Wednesday, 22 October 2025 until Sunday, 26 October 2025. Focused disruptive actions were conducted in Port Nolloth, Kleinzee, Hondeklip Bay, Groenrivier, and Alexander Bay.…

Danielskuil police are investigating the deaths of three men between the ages of 23 and 34 years between Danielskuil and Kuruman, after they perished in a helicopter crash on Sunday, 26 October 2025. Police spokesperson Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said the incident happened at approximately 12:00. "The police are investigating  inquest dockets…

The MEC for the Department of Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA) in the Northern Cape, Bentley Vass handed over 15 houses to some of the beneficiaries of the Calvinia 200 Housing Project, in the Hantam Local Municipality Namakwa District earlier this week. The Calvinia 200 Housing Project is part of the 1…

By Khumo Makame Tetlanyo Secondary School’s Class of 2025 marked a major milestone by participating in the countrywide pledge ceremony, committing themselves to academic excellence and discipline under the theme: “2025 – 90% Plus.” At least 149 learners carried a message of unity, purpose, and readiness for their final exams this week. The…

It’s all systems go for Dr EP Lekhela High school Class of 2025, as 93 learners sat for their final examinations this week with pencils sharpened, aiming for the highest matric pass rate. The stakes are high for this year’s matriculants as they are not expected to drop the ball. They are hoping to up the score and outscore the 98.6% of 2024,…

Supplied Solomon Tshekisho Plaatje, a man who stood for dignity, justice and Understanding the values that shaped his life’s work was celebrated during the Sol Plaatje Memorial Weekend from 10 to 11 October 2025 at Sol Plaatje University (SPU). The weekend honoured the author, intellectual and activist after whom the University is named, a place…

By Palesa Mofoti  More than 1300 learners from the various Schools for learners with Special Needs (LSEN) in the Francis Baard District benefitted from the Auto Engaged Youth Empowerment Program (AEYEP) Career Exhibition at the Northern Cape Urban TVET College on15 October 2025. The Exhibition, hosted under the theme “Empowering, Supporting…

By Palesa Mofoti and Khumo Makame Registrations for the newly launched Diamonds and Dorings Kimberley Marathon set to be held in Kimberley in November, is lauded to already making a positive impact after attracting more than 500 registrations within the first week of registrations. The R1.2 million worth marathon, that was launched by the…

By Palesa Mofoti Top seven students from different study skills at Northern Cape Urban TVET College qualified to represent the Province at the national leg of the prestigious World Skills South Africa competition, which is expected to be held in Gauteng. The winners were announced on 10 October after battling it out during the 2025 Provincial…

Supplied Premier Zamani Saul accompanied by Members of the Executive Council (MECs), met with the Auditor-General of South Africa, Tsakane Maluleke and her team on 14 October 2025. The meeting was part of the AG’s nationwide roadshow focusing on strengthening Provincial Governance and addressing issues identified in the audits. The Northern…

By Khumo Makame The Northern Cape Department of Sport, Arts and Culture in partnership with the Nothern Cape Arts Council hosted a powerful two day Roots and Rhythm Heritage Festival music workshop at the Northern Cape Theatre, presented by Exilite Holdings Pty Ltd – Events Management. The workshop, which drew about 60 musicians, producers,…

Water and Sanitation Minister, Pemmy Majodina, together with the Northern Cape Premier, Dr Zamani Saul, and Water Research Commission delegates, delivered the prestigious World Heritage Irrigation Structure (WHIS) Award to the Orange-Vaal Water Users Association, and a newly refurbished Douglas Water Treatment Works (WTW) to Siyancuma Local…

By Khumo Makame A historic moment unfolded in Kimberley this month as the Professional Association for African Traditional Health Practitioners of South Africa hosted its first-ever national conference, bringing together traditional healers and spiritual leaders from across four provinces. Founded by Benny Collins, the association is working…

By Khumo Makame and Palesa Mofoti Different government institutions formed part of a critical stakeholder’s engagement hosted by the Commission for Gender Equality(CGE) at the Horseshoe Motel, Kimberley, on 23 September. The session, which tackled gender related issues, was held under the theme: “Heritage and Gender Diversity in society.…

The South African Police Service in the Northern Cape remains committed to thoroughly investigating crimes committed against women and children, as these offences affect all sectors of society. In June 2025, a social worker from the Department of Social Development in Victoria West received information from a community member regarding a 15 year…

In Kimberley 12 October 2025 The weekly multi-disciplinary high-density operation Shanela 2 continues to combat crime and maintain law and order in all five districts in the Northern Cape. The week long operations kickstarted on Monday, 06 October, until Sunday, 12 October 2025, and consisted of vehicle check points (VCPs) stop and search actions,…

Media statement issued by the office of the Provincial Commissioner Northern Cape  All Media Willston Man sentenced to five years imprisonment for assaulting a child in Kimberley - 7 October 2025 The Acting District Commissioner of the South African Police Service in the Namakwa District, Colonel Diketso Lekgwathi, welcomed the five year prison…

Supplied The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) would like to advise its beneficiaries and the members of the public that all its services are provided free of charge. Any individual or entity offering to assist with social grant applications for a fee is engaging in deceptive and fraudulent behaviour that should be reported to the…

Springbok - 23 September 2025 The South African Police Service in Springbok arrested a suspect following a successful drug-related operation conducted on Dr Isak Van Niekerk Street, Bergsig. On 22 September 2025, members acted on information received regarding a vehicle allegedly transporting illegal substances. The vehicle was located and…

Kimberley, 22 September 2025 – The South African Police Service in the Northern Cape remains steadfast in its commitment to policing and investigating crimes against women and children and vulnerable groups. On Friday, 27 December 2024, police in Philipstown responded to a complaint and discovered the body of a 32-year-old female, Roseline…

Kimberley- 22 September 2025: The South African Police Service has noticed with concern the number of incidents reported relating to the theft out of and from motor vehicles. The police are urging the public to adhere to and implement the following safety measures to curb this occurrence, especially during shopping trips, at guest houses,…

Kimberley- 22 September 2025: The Northern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieuternant General Koliswa Otola and her management welcome the hefty sentences handed down by the High Court that sat in Victoria West, to 55-year old Willy Jubell and 39-year old Elliot Jooste, following the killing of 31 year old Tshepo Mmadi in Victoria West, on Saturday,…

Kimberley : 21 September 2025 As the Festive Season approaches, multi-disciplinary teams in the Northern Cape are elevating efforts to address the prevailing crime trends through the execution of Operation Shanela II, ensuring a coordinated and targeted response to crime. These multi-disciplinary actions conducted from 15 September 2025 until…

By Palesa Mofoti The Kumba Iron Ore handed over Lebelelang Disability Centre to the people of the Tsantsabane, Postmanburg on the 12th of September 2025. Amongst the dignitaries was the Minister of Minerals and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe, Mayor of Tsantsabane Local Municipality Helen English, Premier of the Northern Cape Dr. Zamani Saul,…

By Palesa Mofoti and Khumo Makame Sol Plaatjie University launched a Centre For The Advancement of Rural and Inclusive Education Research (CARIER), a huge step for education in the Northern Cape. CARIER was inaugurated on 17 September 2025, in the presence of Acting Vice Chancellor and Principal of the University, Debra Meyer, faculty leaders…

By Palesa Mofoti and Khumo Makame A railway healthcare initiative, bringing health services to the underserved, Phelophepha (loosely translated) "good, clean health", came to Kimberley on 10 September.  (for how long are they going to be here)? The initiative began as an eye care facility, grew into a comprehensive health service provided in…

Karabo Ntanzi The Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union (POPCRU) in the Northern Cape has called for an investigation into allegations of abuse of power at the Roodepan Police Station. Popcru said they are concerned by recent developments of allegations of abuse of authority, interference in criminal investigations and violations of labour…

Karabo Ntanzi Speaker for Sol Plaatje Municipality, Dipuo Peters announced that a team of investigators will probe allegations of maladministration and corruption against  Municipal Manager Thapelo Matlala. The announcement was made after a Special Council Meeting held on 16 September placed Matlala on precautionary suspension pending…