The Kimberley Prospector

A Northern Cape woman – Ragel Baardman was sentenced to an effective 10 years’ imprisonment for the murder of her uncle Jan Muller in Calvinia in 2020. Read more: Calvinia woman sentenced to 15 years for uncle’s murder

A Loeriesfontein accused was sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for the rape of an eight year old girl in the Calvinia regional court. The accused was a teenager at the time of the offence Read more: Northern Cape accused sentenced to 10 years for rape of eight year old girl

Elite Rebels, Smiley’s, and DCD bike clubs held a Christmas charity run, raising over R14,000 for Ons Huis Old Age Home. Riders united to deliver hampers, essential toiletries, and gifts, spreading joy, compassion, and community spirit. Read more: Kimberley bikers unite with open hearts as Christmas Run brings cheer to Ons Huis Old Age Home

Liston Isaac Frans was sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment for attempted murder after an unprovoked knife attack that left a 30‑year‑old victim hospitalised for a month. Read more: Man jailed for 15 years after unprovoked knife attack in Galeshewe tavern

Members of the Junior Council will be introduced to schools next year as part of the 2026 Back to School campaign where junior council members will tackle challenges affecting children Read more: Sol Plaatje Municipality launches junior council to give children a voice in local government

A 61-year-old man was sentenced to 20 years imprisonment after admitting to murdering his partner. The deceased was stabbed several times during an argument. Read more: Murder of 55‑year‑old woman leads to 20‑year imprisonment for ex‑partner

Heavy rainfall has prevented electricians from restoring power to widespread areas affected by electricity outages including Homevale extension where the body of 21-year-old man was found to be electrocuted on Tuesday. Homes were flooded on Thursday night due to rain and hail Read more: WATCH: Heavy downpour leaves homes flooded and without power