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E-waste pilot project brings new opportunities to Ga-Segonyana
Khumo Makame
The launch of the EE-Phepha Buyback Center, an e-waste recycling pilot project in Ga—Segonyana Local Municipality in Mothibistad, Kuruman, marks a significant step towards improving waste management and unlocking economic…
Disgruntled Community Health Workers shut down clinics
Boipelo Mere
Disgruntled Community Health Workers (CHWs), who did not benefit from the recent permanent absorption programme by the Northern Cape Department of Health(NCDoH), have shut down clinics around Galeshewe after reportedly being…
Namakwa District SAPS concerned about malicious damage to property linked to domestic violence
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The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the Namakwa District has expressed concern over incidents of malicious damage to property, particularly those linked to domestic violence.
It has been observed that many of these…
Kimberley’s Historic Hull Street Theatre Revives the Stage with The Suit
By Khumo Makame and Palesa Mofoti
After nearly twenty years of silence, Kimberley’s beloved Hull Street Theatre reopened its doors to the public on 29 October, with a captivating staging of ‘The Suit.’ The performance marked a triumphant…
Province launch Integrated Food and Nutrition Security Programme
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The MEC for Social Development, the Honourable Ms. Nontobeko Vilakazi, in collaboration with the MEC for Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform, MEC Mase Manopole successfully hosted the launch…
Dept of Labour cracks on non-compliant employers in Eastern Cape
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The Deputy Minister of Employment and Labour, Jomo Sibiya, on 1 October 2025, led a multidisciplinary High-Impact Blitz Inspection in Mthatha, Eastern Cape. The robust operation led to the uncovering and enforcement action…
MATLALA PLACED ON PRECAUTIONARY SUSPENSION
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…
Quarter Leg, the comedian laid to rest
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…
Military Ombud takes its Outreach to Northern Cape Military Bases
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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.…
“HOUSING BACKLOG REMAINS A CHALLENGE” – COGHSTA
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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…
Demolition of the Colour Block House in Galeshewe
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…
Empowering African Environmental Science: JWO Research Grant Seeks Another Trailblazing Recipient
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In the realm of global research and development, Africa has often been
overlooked, with limited resources directed towards its diverse
landscapes and communities. However, the tide is turning, propelled by…
Agriculture department provides graduates with employment
By Palesa Mofoti
The department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development & Land reform welcomed the third cohort of 77 agriculture graduates into employment on 12 April 2024. The event was held at TBG in Kimberley.…
ACDP LAUNCHES ITS NORTHERN CAPE ELECTION MANIFESTO
Karabo Ntanzi
The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) says its hopeful to do well in the upcoming elections on 29 May. The party launched its Northern Cape election manifesto in Platfontein where they visited some families living…
SAFER SCHOOLS CAMPAIGN AT MECWETSANENG PRIMARY SCHOOL IN JTG DISTRICT
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The Northern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola and her management accompanied by the MEC for Safety and Liaison, embarked on a safer schools campaign in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District on Thursday,…
Francis Baard District to receive majority of houses in Housing project
Thato Mgoma
Following the launch of the R1 billion human settlement housing project by President Cyril Ramaphosa in Kimberley, it was announced that the Northern Cape has a backlog of 80 000 houses emanating from 162 informal…
DEBEN SAPS ARREST TWO MEN FOR THEFT
On Monday, 22 January 2024 at about 12:00 a 57 year old farm owner reported that his water pump with an estimated value of R25000 was allegedly stolen.
On Tuesday, 23 January 2024 at approximately 20:00 , two men aged 20 and 25…
NORTHERN CAPE POLICE EMBARKS ON ‘BACK TO SCHOOL’ CAMPAIGN
Kimberley-17 January 2024
The police in the Northern Cape embarked on 'Back to School" awareness campaigns at several primary and secondary schools in rural and urban areas across the province.
District Commissioners, Senior officers…
Celebrating Autism
By Palesa Mofoti
World Autistic Pride Day is commemorated on 18 June. Many citizens take it for granted that certain members of the population have underlying illnesses that might result in a lifelong struggle.
According to Autism…
IFP CAMPAIGN IN KIMBERLEY
By: Siphiwe Ngcongco
The Inkatha Freedom Party (IFP) and members of the South African Democratic Students Movement (SADESMO) conducted a door-to-door prelaunch campaign in the Northern Cape last weekend.
Petros Ngubane, the Umzinyathi…
ALL SYSTEMS GO FOR GRADE 12 EXAMINATIONS IN THE PROVINCE
By Karabo Ntanzi
The Northern Cape Department of Education declares that it is all systems go for the 2022 National Senior Certificate Examinations.
Last year, the Northern Cape achieved a pass rate of 71, 4%, an increase of 5, 4%…
PERMANENT ABSORPTION OF ASSISTANT PHARMACIST
By Staff Reporter
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The Northern Cape Health MEC, Mr. Maruping Lekwene, welcomed the permanent absorption of ninety-nine Post Basic Pharmacy Assistant learners in the Department.
This forms part of the Department’s key…
NORTHER CAPE ALERT ON FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE
The Northern Cape Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform has taken note of the reported outbreak of Foot and Mouth Disease in the North West Province, and has already convened emergency meetings…
DEPARTMENT SHOCKED BY DROWNING INCIDENT
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Northern Cape Department of Education is shocked and saddened by an unfortunate incident that occurred at the Kimberley Boys High School this afternoon. This unfortunate incident led to the drowning of a learner who is…
Update on Covid-19 Vaccination Programme – 14 June 2021
MEC for Health, Maruping Lekwene, reflected on the Covid-19 epidemic and discussed the vaccination programme that began to unfold in the Province at the Petrusville Service Fair in the Renosterberg local municipality on 14 June.
Premier,…
Celebrating World Veterinary Day
By Staff Reporter
MEC for Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform, Mase Manopole, acknowledged the Province’s veterinarians in their efforts to bring animal health care to communities during World Veterinary…
Half a century schools receive new classrooms
By Karabo Ntanzi
The Independent Development Trust (IDT) has handed over Venus and Homevale Primary Schools to appointed contractors to replace prefabricated or pressed board classrooms with brick structures.
Construction will take…
Ninety percent pass for inmates
By Refilwe Mphirime
The National Department of Justice and Correctional Services recently announced the Grade 12 results under the theme “Educate to rehabilitate.” The ceremony was held at Leeuwkop Correctional Centre streamed to all the…