DE BEERS, KIMBERLEY – Democratic Alliance Ward Councillor Simone Greeff, representing Ward 21 in the Sol Plaatje Municipality of Kimberley, issued a brief statement addressing water pressure concerns in the De Beers community this morning. Beginning with a polite “Goeie more,” she acknowledged the challenges faced by the Newton Reservoir, leading to a temporary decline […]
The Sol Plaatje Local Municipality’s (SPLM) annual performance report for 2023 exposes a year marked by stagnation and financial mismanagement, significantly hindering progress on critical service delivery challenges. Listen in English Luister in Afrikaans Funds allocated to tackle these challenges have been misused to an extent where a portion must now be surrendered to the […]
In a heartfelt media statement released today, the popular Kimberley business, My Shop Kby, announced its decision to close its doors at the end of February. The closure comes with a silver lining for locals, as the business plans to sell most, if not all, of its stock in an extensive closing-down sale. My Shop […]
In a bid to streamline and enhance service delivery, the Sol Plaatje Municipality has officially launched a toll-free number for residents to report various faults related to essential services. The toll-free number, 080 122 9010, serves as a cost-free voice telephone option connecting citizens with the municipality’s Control Room. Thabo Mothibi from the Communications Unit […]
In response to a formal complaint submitted by Michael Hawthorne, a concerned resident of Kimberley, the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) acknowledged receipt of the complaint, dated 28 November 2023, on 19 January 2024. This acknowledgment has reignited scrutiny into the ongoing water supply challenges and potential human rights abuses, focusing attention on the […]
ROODEPAN, KIMBERLEY – In a historic moment for the Northern Cape province, President Cyril Ramaphosa and Premier Zamani Saul jointly launched a groundbreaking housing project aimed at addressing the critical need for adequate housing for residents. The commencement ceremony, held in the province’s capital, Kimberley, drew a significant turnout of dignitaries, ministers, local leaders, and […]
NORTHERN CAPE – In a scathing statement released today, prominent COPE Congress National Committee member, Pakes Dikgetsi, pointedly places the blame for the dismal matriculation results in South Africa’s Northern Cape province squarely on the shoulders of Premier Zamani Saul. Dikgetsi accuses Saul of failing to live up to the ambitious slogan of a “Modern […]
KIMBERLEY – The Sol Plaatje Municipality has issued a media statement to keep residents informed about the ongoing Water Recovery Programme in Kimberley. The program, initiated on Thursday, 28 December 2023, is set to continue until further notice. In response to the community’s call for water use efficiency, the municipality has seen a reduction in […]
Dear Readers and Supporters of The Kimberley Prospector, As we approach the close of 2023, I want to share a significant shift in our journey. Serving as the founding editor and independent investigative journalist of The Kimberley Prospector has been a remarkable endeavour dedicated to uncovering truths that matter to our community. Wisdom in Transition: […]