A once-struggling preschool in Maruping Village near Kuruman is being transformed from overcrowded tin shacks into a modern early childhood development centre through a major partnership aimed at giving vulnerable Northern Cape children a safer and more hopeful start in life. Read more: Rural Kuruman preschool transformed through major ECD partnership
Namaqualand’s Justin Visagie finished third overall at the Mr Gay World South Africa 2026 competition after securing a place among the Top 5 finalists during the national pageant on May 16. Read more: Namaqualand’s Justin Visagie places third at Mr Gay World South Africa 2026
A 40-year-old man was arrested in Danielskuil after police uncovered drugs worth R16,000 during a raid in Kuislville following a community tip-off. Read more: Suspected drug dealer arrested in Danielskuil raid
South African Police in Delportshoop are investigating the culpable homicide of Andile Cingo, 38, after he was struck by a truck on the R31. His body is still unclaimed at the mortuary. Read more: Unclaimed body of man struck by truck on R31: SAPS seeks family of Andile Cingo
The Kimberley Rotary Club successfully hosted a dynamic leadership workshop for learners from Northern Cape High, Girls High, and Boys High schools. Featuring first aid, career guidance, mental wellness, Shark Tank presentations, and team-building, the event empowered youth as today’s leaders. Read more: Kimberley Rotary Club hosts inspiring leadership workshop for Northern Cape youth
Two men were arrested in Tembisa after viral social media videos allegedly showed women posing with unlicensed firearms, sparking renewed warnings over South Africa’s growing culture of reckless firearm glorification. Read more: Two arrested after viral firearm videos spark fears over South Africa’s growing ‘gun culture’
The Northern Cape police are urging parents, caregivers and communities to step up child protection efforts during Child Protection Month, warning that vigilance and swift reporting could save lives. Read more: Northern Cape police urge communities to protect children
A newly completed multipurpose hall at Dr Izak van Niekerk Primary School in Springbok has officially been handed over following a long-term collaborative effort involving Kangnas Wind Farm, government departments and community stakeholders. Read more: New R3 million school hall officially opened at Springbok primary school
Three suspects were arrested and drugs worth an estimated R147,000 were seized during police raids at suspected drug outlets in Greenpoint’s Diamond Park informal settlement in Kimberley. Read more: Three arrested as Kimberley police seize drugs worth R147k in Greenpoint raids