In this Youth Voices 2026 contribution, Rev. Thabang Donald Boihang reflects on leadership, legacy and the responsibility of creating opportunities that empower the next generation to discover their talents and shape the future of the Northern Cape. Read more: One me on a stage is not powerful enough: Building forests, not monuments
Northern Cape’s latest crime statistics reveal a decline in violent crime and murders, but rising property and commercial crime, increasing kidnappings, and continued violence against women and children remain key challenges across several districts. Read more: Northern Cape crime falls: Women, children and property crime remain major concerns
A 36-year-old man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison after a sophisticated Facebook Marketplace vehicle scam that targeted sellers across the Northern Cape, Western Cape and Free State, resulting in 26 criminal cases and 19 stolen vehicles. Read more: Facebook Marketplace scammer sentenced to 15 years following major vehicle fraud scheme
Community members in ward 33 have spent days cleaning up a neglected public park on the corner of Legodi and Kgatlane Street in preparation for a Youth Day celebration that will be held on June 16. Read more: Community joins hands during park clean-up ahead of Youth Day activities
Kumba Iron Ore has expressed its deepest condolences to the families, learners, educators and community members affected by the tragic Kathu school bus accident, while praising emergency responders and offering support to those impacted by the devastating incident. Read more: Kumba Iron Ore extends condolences following Kathu school bus tragedy
An team from CBC St Patrick’s College were awarded sixth place during the recent IEB-Techways AI 2026 competition that challenged pupils to find real solutions with the use of artificial intelligence. Read more: CBC St Patrick’s College achieve 6th place at IEB Hackathon competition
Miss Pre-Teen Universe South Africa 2026 Tanya Benadie says young people must resist peer pressure, believe in their abilities and pursue their dreams with determination as South Africa commemorates Youth Day. Read more: Miss Pre-Teen Universe South Africa 2026 Tanya Benadie shares Youth Day message of hope and resilience
Two separate crashes claimed the lives of an educator and three firefighters within 24 hours, leaving Northern Cape communities in mourning as investigations into both tragedies continue. Read more: Northern Cape mourns after four lives lost in two weekend tragedies
The Northern Cape police arrested 678 suspects, shut down 12 illegal liquor outlets and seized drugs, weapons and suspected proceeds of crime during a week-long Operation Shanela II crackdown across the province. Read more: Northern Cape crime crackdown nets 678 arrests