The Kimberley Prospector

Day: February 23, 2026

Northern Cape man arrested for illegal possession of protected tortoise

Northern Cape man arrested for illegal possession of protected tortoise

A 58-year-old Brandvlei man was arrested for possessing a protected tortoise without a permit, highlighting the ongoing threat to tortoise populations due to illegal trade, habitat loss, and other human activities. Read more: Northern Cape man arrested for illegal possession of protected tortoise

NSRI Hermanus assists boat with motor failure

NSRI Hermanus assists boat with motor failure

On Saturday, 21 February, NSRI Hermanus duty crew were activated following a request for assistance from 4 local men onboard a RHIB (rigid hull … Read more: NSRI Hermanus assists boat with motor failure

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