The Kimberley Prospector

Day: January 9, 2026

Matric results day: The hidden emotional weight behind the numbers

Matric results day: The hidden emotional weight behind the numbers

The 2025 matric results, to be announced by Northern Cape Premier Dr Zamani Saul on 13 January 2026, carry a heavy emotional weight for South African teens, with educational psychologist Dr Nombuso Gama warning that shame and catastrophising can trigger mental‑health crises, urging parents to first validate their children’s pain before offering options and support. Read more: Matric results day: […]

Kuruman man sentenced to 10 years for brutal stabbing of girlfriend

Kuruman man sentenced to 10 years for brutal stabbing of girlfriend

A 38-year-old man from Laxey Village, Bakang Baepi, has been sentenced to ten years in prison for stabbing his girlfriend in a brutal attack. The case highlights the ongoing issue of gender-based violence in South Africa, with police commending the detective who secured the conviction. Read more: Kuruman man sentenced to 10 years for brutal […]

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