Community members in Ward 33 have stopped the construction of a brick wall near Galeshewe Day Hospital as they question how the tender was awarded. Read more: Residents block wall project near Galeshewe Day Hospital
The SACP has called for the dissolution of Magareng Municipality, citing a collapse in service delivery after electricity cuts disrupted schools and a hospital in Warrenton. Read more: SACP demands dissolution of Magareng Municipality amid ‘service collapse’
George “Barney” Peters, the alleged leader of the Hollanders gang, has been declared fit to stand trial following 30 days of psychiatric observation and has chosen to retain his legal representative. Read more: Alleged gang leader declared fit to stand trial after psychiatric evaluation
A 48-year-old foreign national is in custody for possession of Mandrax tablets and faces charges of rape, assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm, and kidnapping, with authorities appealing for information. Read more: Drug-related arrest unearths shocking rape allegations
Sol Plaatje councillors have approved higher salary limits backdated to July 2025 – potentially costing R3.1 million – despite the municipality facing severe cash-flow constraints and billions in outstanding debt. Read more: Sol Plaatje councillors back pay increases amid cash-flow crisis
A couple of giant banners in Kimberley prompts reflection on childhood loves and hates, the fleeting relevance of seasonal messages, and whether public signage could inspire longer-lasting community impact. Read more: Back to School trauma back in full colour
Families of the five miners trapped in the February 17 mud rush at Ekapa’s Du Toitspan Joint Shaft say they are replaying the miners’ final voice notes while waiting desperately for recovery teams to reach them. Read more: Families replay miners’ last voice notes as Ekapa recovery efforts continue
Beloved South African comedian and storyteller Soli Philander, who brought the spirit of the Cape Flats to life through his humour, is remembered fondly after his passing at the age of 65. Read more: SO LONG SOLI – Tributes pour in for legendary Cape Flats comedian Philander
Two suspects have been arrested for house robbery and the murder of 13-year-old Temarion Christians in Warrenton after he is believed to have interrupted intruders inside his mother’s home in Warrenvale. Read more: Two arrested after Warrenton boy, 13, brutally murdered in house robbery