As literacy projects unfolded in celebration of Library week and a new library was opened at Masiza Primary School, the MEC for the Department of Education Abraham Vosloo visited Vuyolwethu Secondary School on Monday to observe progress to improve academic outcomes. Read more: Library Week boost as new school library opens at Masiza Primary
Thirty learners from Northern Cape High School’s Rotary Interact Club visited Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital, delivering care packages to paediatric patients and spreading hope, compassion, and community spirit through meaningful acts of kindness. Read more: Northern Cape High School Interact Club brings joy to young patients at Robert Mangaliso Sobukwe Hospital
Residents from Chris Hani Park are angered after two suspects who were linked to an act of the vandalism and theft of municipal infrastructure were released. The community is experiencing ongoing complaints of crime in the area. Read more: Community outraged over release of accused linked to vandalism of high-mast lights
Three foreign nationals were arrested in Kimberley after police intercepted a silver bakkie on the N12 carrying diesel valued at about R10000. The suspects are expected to appear in court soon. Read more: Three foreign nationals arrested with suspected stolen diesel near Kimberley
Sol Plaatje municipality has been given another 14 day in which to motivate why it should not be placed under administration. The Kimberley Action Group and Nocci has urged for higher intervention as they believe there is insufficient action being enforced by local authorities Read more: Sol Plaatje municipality given another 14 days grace period
Military veteran Marcus Jardine has accused an off-duty police officer of a violent assault in Ritchie, claiming he was bitten, threatened at gunpoint, and told his body would be ‘fed to the pigs’. Read more: Roodepan resident accuses off-duty police officer of brutal assault
The mother of Douglas Mthukwane, pleaded with the court not to impose a life sentence on her son, who was convicted on four counts of rape involving two women, including a 14-year-old girl. During pre-sentencing proceedings, defence evidence highlighted his troubled upbringing, medical condition, and difficult childhood. Read more: Mother pleads for leniency as sentencing […]
Irate bus passengers were delayed by around two and a half hours at the Kimberley bus terminal over the Easter weekend due to road safety inspections that were carried out Read more: Delays spark backlash as Easter bus safety checks disrupt travel plans
Church leaders from the Teemane Regional Council of the Uniting Congregational Church of Southern Africa have taken a firm public stand against gender based violence following a regional gathering held in Warrenton from March 19-21. The declaration was issued by members of the Isililo Manyano Bomme (IMB), who expressed deep concern over the rising number […]