The Kimberley Prospector

Day: February 6, 2024

Kimberley Residents Allegedly Withholding Payments in Protest Against Disrupted Services

In a decisive move, residents of Kimberley have reportedly collectively decided to withhold payments for municipal services this month, citing the lack of services provided by the Sol Plaatje Municipality. In a letter distributed on social media, residents expressed their deep regret. The letter was addressed to the municipality, outlining their grievances and making it […]

Water Tribunal Responds to Kimberley’s Ongoing Water Woes

Water Tribunal Responds to Kimberley’s Ongoing Water Woes

The water crisis in Kimberley continues to cast a shadow over the community, with residents still grappling with intermittent shortages as of February 6. In a follow-up to our email mentioned in our previous report, “Water Tribunal Urged to Intervene as Kimberley Residents Face Severe Water Crisis,” the latest communication from the Water Tribunal provides […]

Water Woes in Kimberley: Newton Reservoir Suffers “Mechanical Faults and Other Difficulties” – SPM Fails to Clarify the Cause

Water Woes in Kimberley: Newton Reservoir Suffers “Mechanical Faults and Other Difficulties” – SPM Fails to Clarify the Cause

In a recent public notice issued by the Sol Plaatje Municipality on Tuesday, February 2024, at 08:20, residents of Kimberley were informed about a water interruption affecting the CBD and suburban areas, particularly those supplied by the Newton Reservoir. The statement attributed the disruption to “mechanical faults, amongst other difficulties,” leaving citizens in the dark […]

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