The Kimberley Prospector

Category: South Africa

Kimberley water pipeline filling amid sweltering temperatures

Kimberley water pipeline filling amid sweltering temperatures

Eskom has completed repairs on the 133 kV line and is testing it, while the Riverton Water Treatment Plant resumes pumping, with water supply to Kimberley expected to return at 6pm as a 38 °C heatwave with extreme UV levels continues. Read more: Kimberley water pipeline filling amid sweltering temperatures

The rising price tag of matric dances and how it spirals into a costly spectacle

The rising price tag of matric dances and how it spirals into a costly spectacle

Matric dances have transformed from modest celebrations into costly spectacles, with families spending anywhere from a few thousand to over R30,000 on outfits, beauty services, transport and photography, prompting growing concerns about affordability. Read more: The rising price tag of matric dances and how it spirals into a costly spectacle

Local graduate turns skills development into a career in clean energy

Local graduate turns skills development into a career in clean energy

Ronaldo Saal, a graduate from Concordia near Springbok, turned his Wind Industry Internship into a permanent role at Kangnas Wind Farm. He now maintains the electrical infrastructure and aims to become a GCC Engineer, contributing to South Africa’s clean‑energy transition. Read more: Local graduate turns skills development into a career in clean energy

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