NORTHERN CAPE – As of today, October 19, 2023, the city of Kimberley is still grappling with a severe water crisis. Despite efforts to address the issue, little progress has been made since the last update from the Sol Plaatje Municipality (SPM). The municipality is currently facing challenges in maintaining water levels at the Newton […]
In a recent tweet, Renaldo Gouws, a YouTuber and DA-Councillor of Nelson Mandela Bay, shed light on the limitations and challenges that ward councillors in South African municipalities face. Gouws emphasized that being a ward councillor does not grant superpowers, but rather access to administrators within the municipality to address community issues. Gouws asserted that […]
KIMBERLEY – In a recent media statement, Thoko Riet, spokesperson for the Sol Plaatje Municipality (SPM), claimed that water supply had been restored to all areas in Kimberley at 04:00 this morning. However, the situation is far from resolved, as some residents still reported late in the afternoon and into the evening that they still […]
In a concerning turn of events, the Sol Plaatje Municipality has cut off the water supply to Kimberley in an effort to replenish the critically low levels at the Newton Reservoir. Thoko Riet, spokesperson for the municipality, confirmed that the interruption will continue until satisfactory water levels are achieved. The decision to halt the water […]
KIMBERLEY – In a heartbreaking turn of events, our Society has been forced to remove over 170 animals from an appalling and unsanitary environment. What shocks us even more is that the owners, who were widely regarded as ‘animal lovers’, allowed these poor creatures to live in deplorable conditions with no respite from their own […]
South Africa is a country filled with breathtaking landscapes, vibrant culture, and exhilarating wildlife encounters. From picturesque coastal towns to rugged mountains, and pristine national parks to bustling metropolises, this diverse nation offers an adventure at every turn. To enhance your exploration, we present to you ten of South Africa’s most beautiful attractions, each accompanied […]
KIMBERLEY – In a recent announcement, Thoko Riet, spokesperson for the Sol Plaatje Municipality, addressed the ongoing challenges faced in maintaining safe water reservoir levels at Newton Reservoir Complex. As a result, the Municipality has undertaken emergency repairs of the water filtration system at the old purification plant in Riverton. The main objective behind these […]
KROONSTAD – A devastating aircraft crash in Kroonstad has sent shockwaves through the aviation community, claiming the life of a promising 22-year-old female pilot. The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday, 11 October 2023, at approximately 06:00, when the young pilot took off in her Crop Spray single-seat aircraft for her final assessment to fulfil her […]
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, a four-year-old girl who was reported missing was tragically found dead behind a toilet in Selosesha. The incident has shaken the community, and an inquest has been opened to investigate the circumstances surrounding the young girl’s death. On the evening of 10 October 2023, the girl’s 25-year-old mother reported […]