In a recent development, two Bangladesh nationals, Ripon Younus (33) and Ashraf Gulammahad Patel (34), have been apprehended by the Hawks Serious Commercial Crime Investigation team on allegations of money laundering. The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation released a media statement on 1 December 2023, shedding light on the case.The accused made a brief appearance […]
NORTHERN CAPE – In response to the ongoing water crisis in Kimberley, the Sol Plaatje Municipality (SPM) has announced a comprehensive Water Recovery Programme set to commence on Saturday, 02 December, lasting until Friday, 08 December 2023. The city has faced daily and nightly water interruptions, severely impacting areas such as Beaconsfield, Belgravia, Colville, Hadison […]
In the spirit of transparency and community-driven journalism, The Kimberley Prospector shares the latest results for Prospector Subscriptions in November 2023. Monthly Overview for November 2023: While November saw no new subscriptions, we remain optimistic and continue working towards our monthly goal. Your ongoing support is crucial for the sustained growth of community journalism. Top […]
![[Official Update] Kimberley Water Crisis Persists Despite More Repairs, Interruptions](https://kby.za.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/92-Kimberley-Resdents-Raise-Concerns-During-The-Ongoing-Water-Crisis.jpg?v=1701178206 "[Official Update] Kimberley Water Crisis Persists Despite More Repairs, Interruptions")
KIMBERLEY – In the wake of the Sol Plaatje municipality’s announcement that water supply would be restored to affected areas from 09:00 following repairs, many residents continue to endure water scarcity. The official update stated that repair work had been completed on a major rupture in one of the valves, with taps expected to flow […]
KIMBERLEY – Doubts and questions surround the recent appointment of Sol Plaatje Municipality’s (SPM) Water and Sanitation Engineer, as a concerned DA councillor of Ward 25 in Kimberley, Ockert Fourie, expressed uncertainty about the qualifications of the newly appointed official. While SPM’s Communication Manager vouched for the engineer’s expertise, councillors remain obligated to take steps […]
KIMBERLEY – In a recent update from the Sol Plaatje Municipality on Thursday, November 30, 2023, it was confirmed that repair work on the major valve rupture near Club 2000 and Phutanang is underway. The rupture occurred in one of the valves on the 500mm takeoff from the 900mm diameter pipe, causing disruptions in the […]
Residents of Tucker Street, West End in Kimberley have been facing a severe water crisis since November 21st, with little to no water supply. “We, two 70-year-old pensioners, are struggling, and it seems our rights to water are being taken away.” “Our neighbor, who has undergone a double hip transplant and is a widow, is […]
KIMBERLEY – In an unfortunate incident that unfolded on the evening of Wednesday, 29 November, a pet owner or concerned individual in Kimberley found themselves entangled in a tense situation with the local SPCA. The issue arose when the individual allegedly blocked access to the SPCA facility, leading to a standoff that drew in both […]
Dear Kimberley Residents, ????️ Date: Wednesday, 29 November 2023⏰ Time: 21:00 ???? RE: CALL CENTRE TEMPORARILY OFFLINE Please be advised that the Sol Plaatje Municipality’s Call Centre line (053 8306 111) is currently experiencing technical difficulties. Our dedicated IT team is actively addressing the issue, and we kindly ask for your patience as we work […]