KIMBERLEY – The Sol Plaatje Municipality issued a crucial update today, alerting residents to an impending water supply interruption scheduled for 16:00. This interruption is a direct consequence of a leak detected on a 900mm diameter pipe, a vital component of the water infrastructure connecting Riverton to the Newton Reservoir. The aging pipeline, dating back […]
KIMBERLEY – In an update on the persistent water supply challenges affecting various suburbs in Kimberley, including Southridge, Monument Heights, Minerva Gardens, and parts of Hadison Park, new revelations shed light on the morning water scarcity following the nightly shutdown. Leopold Heinrich Pieterse, PR DA-Councilor of Sol Plaatje Municipality, shared insights obtained from Blessing Mukosi, […]
In a bold statement released today, Bridget Masango MP, the DA Shadow Minister of Social Development, accused the ANC of misusing the South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) for political gain. The DA alleges that the ANC has employed state resources to promote its agenda, specifically referencing a graphic released over the weekend featuring a […]
KIMBERLEY – Residents in Kimberley are grappling with an ongoing water supply challenge, waking up without water for what seems to be the 100th day this year. The issue stems from nightly shutdowns at the Newton Reservoir aimed at maintaining water levels, causing significant disruptions to daily life. In response to the escalating concerns, the […]
KIMBERLEY – In a candid interview with Eyewitness News, Stanton Honey, a homeless resident of the Northern Cape, sheds light on the challenges that have left him questioning, “Must we go steal?” As more than 23,000 voter registration stations opened nationwide over the weekend, preparing for the 2024 general elections, Honey explains the barriers he […]
JOHANNESBURG – The Office of the Chief Justice (OCJ) has issued a stern statement denouncing the unauthorized use of Deputy Chief Justice Mandisa Maya’s image in an African National Congress (ANC) election campaign poster circulating on social media. According to the OCJ, the poster surfaced on the ANC’s X page under the handle @MYANC, prompting […]
As South Africa gears up for the 2024 elections, the #VoteLikeABok campaign introduces the Party Engagement Awards, a dynamic initiative aimed at fostering better communication and engagement between political parties and the voters they represent. These awards signify a party’s commitment to transparency and their eagerness to connect with voters. Award Categories Why Award Status […]
BEACONSFIELD – In a recent development, a widespread power outage has affected Beaconsfield, Klisserville, and potentially other areas, as reported by DA Councillor Ockert Fourie of the Sol Plaatje Municipality. The issue has been escalated to the Electrical Department. Strong winds is suspected as a potential cause for disrupting high voltage cable lines. The estimated […]
SOUTH AFRICA – The South Africa-Israel Chamber of Commerce (SAICC) has sounded an alarm regarding the potential repercussions of South Africa’s foreign policy on local exporters. The concern stems from recent developments in the US Senate, where Democratic Senator Chris Coons is rallying support for a proposed 16-year renewal of the Africa Growth and Opportunity […]
