ATAMELANG, NORTH-WEST – Two individuals, Ben Khosietsile (54) and a 17-year-old, appeared in the Atamelang Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday, March 20, 2024, facing charges of wildlife trafficking. The Hawks’ Serious Organised Crime Investigation team in Mahikeng apprehended the suspects on Tuesday, March 19th, acting on a tip regarding the illegal sale of a pangolin in […]
KAMFERS DAM – A year after concerns were first raised, Kimberley’s Homevale Waste Water Treatment Plant remains in a state of disrepair. Excessive water levels at Kamfers Dam, allegedly already above the critical 1.56-meter mark, pose a grave threat to the city’s iconic Lesser Flamingo. This vital habitat for these birds is dangerously overflowing due […]
NORTHERN CAPE – In a breathtaking display of nature’s artistic prowess, Kimberley residents were treated to a mesmerizing sight as the largest rainbow ever witnessed adorned the sky above Mac Dougall Road. At approximately 19:07, in an easterly direction, this awe-inspiring rainbow emerged, reaching such colossal proportions that it seemed to defy the laws of […]
SOUTH AFRICA – In a chilling reminder of the unexpected dangers that can lurk in our daily lives, Silverfox Snake Rescues shared a video from Panorama, Parow, capturing a Puff adder stalking an unaware young boy playing golf in his yard. The incident serves as a stark warning to everyone to be cautious and vigilant […]
KIMBERLEY – The alarm is sounding on the growing issue of uncontrolled waste fires in the heart of Kimberley, with the latest waste fire reported in the vicinity of Main Road Beaconsfield, between Blacking and Robinson Street. The fires, fueled by the illegal and open burning of refuse, rubbish bags, and various forms of trash, […]
Bobi, the oldest verified dog in history, passed away on October 21, 2023, at the age of 31 years and 163 days. He was a purebred Rafeiro do Alentejo, a Portuguese breed of livestock guardian dog with an average life expectancy of 12-14 years. Bobi was born on May 11, 1992, in the village of […]
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 […]
In Kimberley, a concerning trend has emerged as more trees are being cut down at an alarming rate compared to the number of replacements being made. This problem is particularly evident around Carrington Road, where the ratio of trees being cut down to those being planted is an astonishing 45 to 2 within less than […]