Three years ago, a shocking murder occurred at a popular Gordon’s Bay tavern. On September 10, 2020, Stephan Venter, a 40-year-old man who resided in the seaside village, was shot dead in broad daylight in the outside seating area of Tallas Tavern on Beach Road. The killing sent shock waves through the Helderberg community and […]
The Department of Correctional Services (DCS) released a statement in March 2023 announcing their investigation into the escape of Thabo Bester from prison in 2022. The investigation was launched after a deceased person was found in Bester’s cell, but the post-mortem report revealed that the body was not Bester’s. The DCS is now appealing to […]
SOUTH AFRICA – Cycling has become an increasingly popular mode of transportation due to its cost-effectiveness and convenience. However, it is important to remember that like other forms of transportation, cycling carries risks, and it is essential to ensure that the appropriate safety equipment is used. The Automobile Association (AA) is urging cyclists to wear […]
Kimberley motorists have recently become accustomed to a series of unfortunate events involving trucks at the Honoured Dead Memorial traffic circle. This afternoon, a Coca-Cola truck somehow managed to turn right into oncoming traffic at the circle and parked next to the pavement parallel to Diamantveld High School. The truck had to reverse back into […]
Severe weather conditions caused chaos in Kimberley this evening, 21 March 2023, as lightning strikes peaked at 16 flashes per minute. Shoppers were seen running for their cars and taking shelter along the walkway, while pets ran for their lives from the roaring thunder. The South African Weather Service has issued an alert for Severe […]
The South African Police Service (SAPS) recently issued a directive in the Western Cape which excludes Afrikaans victims of crime from giving statements in their language. This decision has been met with fierce criticism from the Democratic Alliance (DA), who have lodged a complaint with the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC). The DA has […]
A resident of Ward 25 in Kimberley has developed a chest rash after exposure to a dumpster fire in Beaconsfield between 15 and 16 March 2023. The dumpster fire was allegedly smouldering unattended for almost two days. Residents are encouraged to contact their doctor if they have experienced any symptoms, as exposure to waste fires […]
The Democratic Alliance (DA) has welcomed the decision by the Public Service Commission (PSC) to verify the data it received from the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) regarding senior managers within the public service with no qualifications. According to the data provided by the DPSA to the PSC, there are currently 1823 senior […]
KIMBERLEY – Shoppers at Pick ’n Pay North Cape Mall should be aware that specials advertised in the store’s promotional pamphlet they received on Tuesday may not be accurate or may not apply. Several customers have recently reported being charged more than the advertised price for certain items during this promotional period, and more concerning […]