The Kimberley Prospector

Author: Editorial Staff

Suspects Wanted After Hartswater Pharmacy Defrauded of R6 Million

Suspects Wanted After Hartswater Pharmacy Defrauded of R6 Million

HARTSWATER – The Hawks Serious Commercial Crime Investigation in Kimberley is requesting the public’s assistance in identifying two suspects wanted on fraud charges. In November 2019, an amount of R6 million was illegally transferred from a Hartswater pharmacy’s bank account into a Luno account registered to the duo. The suspects, Lindelani Mbatha (38) from Kwa-Madondo […]

The Unsolved Mysteries At Eskom: Uncovering the Truth Behind Years of Corruption

The Unsolved Mysteries At Eskom: Uncovering the Truth Behind Years of Corruption

This Sunday, Carte Blanche investigates a shocking case of corruption at Eskom and asks why no one has been held responsible. Earlier last month, former Eskom CEO André de Ruyter gave an explosive interview on e.tv, in which he claimed corruption at the highest levels of the South African energy company. Reports later emerged of […]

Fraudulent Grade 12 Certificates Lead to Arrests in NC

Fraudulent Grade 12 Certificates Lead to Arrests in NC

KIMBERLEY – Five individuals were arrested in the Northern Cape after they submitted fraudulent grade 12 certificates while applying for Constable posts. The alertness and vigilance of the Provincial Human Resource Management Recruitment section led to the investigation, apprehension and arrests. The Recruitment personnel questioned the authenticity of the documents and approached the Department of […]

WATCH: Looting of 100-Year-Old Engines at RSME: A Loss for Future Generations

WATCH: Looting of 100-Year-Old Engines at RSME: A Loss for Future Generations

FLORIDA – The Rand Society of Model Engineers (RSME) experienced a heartbreaking loss when looters stole critical components off of their 100-year-old stationary engines. This loss was a devastating blow to society, as these engines were fully functioning and a rare gem for engineering enthusiasts, as well as a valuable educational tool for kids interested […]

Alarming Increase in Illegal Dumping Behaviour in Kimberley

Alarming Increase in Illegal Dumping Behaviour in Kimberley

Illegal dumping of garden waste, rubble, and other dangerous objects in the streets of Kimberley is a serious issue that needs to be addressed. Over the last week, in Beaconsfield in Ward 25 there have been reports of a man dressed in orange overall pants with an allegedly stolen green Checkers trolley, clearing pavements and […]

[PICS] Motorcyclist Killed in Accident with Two Trucks in Umhlanga

[PICS] Motorcyclist Killed in Accident with Two Trucks in Umhlanga

KWAZULU-NATAL – A tragedy occurred on Tuesday afternoon on the N2 North Bound, just before the Mount Edgecombe off-ramp in Umhlanga, Durban. A double truck collision took the life of an adult male motorcyclist. Netcare 911 responded to the scene at 14:20 and was joined by ALS Paramedics, IPSS Medical Rescue, SAPS Search and Rescue, […]

3 Foreign Nationals Arrested for Fraud and Money Laundering at Kimberley Airport

3 Foreign Nationals Arrested for Fraud and Money Laundering at Kimberley Airport

A trio of Bangladeshi nationals were arrested in Kimberley, Northern Cape this week, following an investigation into fraud and money laundering. Aminul Islam (39), Ullah Foji (36) and Akter Atika (23) appeared before the Kimberley Magistrate court on Monday. They were arrested by the Hawks Serious Commercial Crime Investigation and Kimberley Crime Prevention unit on […]

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