The Colour My Kasi project has entered its second phase, further beautifying the N12/N18 Park in Warrenton with vibrant community-driven art. This initiative, part of the Magareng Public Art Project, has already seen the transformation of a once-ordinary public space into a stunning canvas of creativity and self-expression. Read more: Warrenton’s colourful revival: Phase 2 […]
The National Department of Health has launched a country-wide HPV vaccination drive targeting girls aged nine years and older to combat cervical cancer, which has already vaccinated over 3.6 million girls and is now expanding to private schools. Read more: A shot at a cancer-free future – HPV vaccine rollout expanded nationwide
As the rest of the country is battling a severe foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, the Department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development and Land Reform has advised that while vaccines are available, they are reserved for high risk areas. Read more: Northern Cape reserves limited foot-and-mouth vaccines for emergencies
Three suspects were arrested in Garies after a high-speed chase, leading to the recovery of 84 endangered Armadillo girdled lizards valued at R123,000, highlighting ongoing issues in wildlife trafficking. Read more: High-speed police chase leads to arrest of suspects with endangered lizards
The Write to Rise project, led by author Godwin Taweni, empowers 36 residents of Ritchie to share their experiences of gender-based violence and social inequality through creative writing, culminating in a powerful published anthology. Read more: Ritchie community workshop empowers voices against gender-based violence
Discover how Anglo American’s ‘Caring for the Boy Child’ campaign is transforming mental health awareness for boys in Grades 4 to 7 at Assmang Primary School, fostering emotional resilience and breaking down stigma. Read more: Anglo American’s ‘Caring for the Boy Child’ Campaign: A Step Towards Mental Health Awareness
Two men were arrested in Port Nolloth for allegedly possessing unpolished diamonds hidden in a vehicle’s steering wheel cover, as part of an ongoing crackdown on illegal diamond trading. Read more: Police uncover diamonds hidden in car’s steering wheel cover, two arrested
A De Aar man has been sentenced to an effective 10 years’ imprisonment after being convicted of kidnapping, rape and statutory rape involving his 17-year-old girlfriend. Read more: De Aar man jailed for kidnapping, raping 17-year-old girlfriend
A 27-year-old man has been sentenced to 12 years’ imprisonment by the De Aar Regional Court after pleading guilty to murdering a man he stabbed in the neck with sheep shears during an alcohol-fuelled altercation. Read more: De Aar man sentenced to 12 years for sheep shears murder