The Kimberley Prospector

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Grim fuel outlook continues – AA

Grim fuel outlook continues – AA

SOUTH AFRICA – Fuel levy increases at a difficult time in the country’s economy will contribute to what are expected to be extremely high fuel price increases at the end of March going into April. These increases will exacerbate the already dire financial positions of millions of South Africans, according to the Automobile Association (AA). […]

Excellent sporting achievement for Calvinia SAPS member

Excellent sporting achievement for Calvinia SAPS member

NORTHERN CAPE – Challenging Golfing championship once more places SAPS member on the top. Police spokesperson Capt Sergio Kock says that Warrant Officer Bron Mathys from the Calvinia Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit successfully defended his title by winning the Calvinia Open Golf Championship for the second consecutive year. On 13 March Mathys was […]

Munisipaliteit wil glo emmerstelsel uitgooi

Munisipaliteit wil glo emmerstelsel uitgooi

KIMBERLEY – Die Sol Plaatje-munisipaliteit sê dit gaan glo meer as 2 640 toilette as deel van die munisipale toiletbouprojek installeer. Sello Matsie, die munisipale woordvoerder, sê dit is die doel van die projek om die emmerstelsel te vervang.  Matsie sê sekere dele van die sanitasie-infrastruktuur dateer glo uit 1994, en dit het aansienlik verswak […]

“Little improvement” at Newton Reservoir

“Little improvement” at Newton Reservoir

Dam levels taken at 4:00 this morning at the Newton Reservoir in Kimberley show a slight improvement to the two bigger dams. DA Councilor Ockert Fourie says the early shutdown yesterday has improved levels to bigger dams. However, levels of the smaller dams show a decrease. 102ML at 11ft 4″91ML at 11ft 4″45ML at 13 […]

WATCH: Mayor addresses fed-up Kimberley residents

WATCH: Mayor addresses fed-up Kimberley residents

Kimberley Mayor Patrick Alderman Mabilo addressed residents on Sunday after Boyce Makodi delivered a letter to the Sol Plaatje Municipality on behalf of fed-up city residents earlier in the week. Read our previous article, Letter from fed-up residents delivered to municipality.

No water in Franskraal due to repairs

No water in Franskraal due to repairs

FRANSKRAAL – The Overberg Municipality is busy with repairs to a water main in the area. Reports from residents estimate that it could take a while for repairs to be done. Water may only be restored by tomorrow night.

Bakkie allegedly stolen at mall

Bakkie allegedly stolen at mall

KIMBERLEY – A white Nissan NP200 bakkie with registration number CVV 584 NC was stolen during the day at a city mall, a forwarded message on social alledges. The Kimberly Prospector have contacted the Kimberley Police and the mall for more information. Follow us for updates.

Water supply to be cut early tonight

Water supply to be cut early tonight

KIMBERLEY – The pumps at the Newton Reservoir will be switched off early tonight confirmed. According to Marie Beylefeld, DA Councilor of the Sol Plaatje Municipality, the water supply will be cut tonight18:00 to build up the dam levels to ensures schools and business remain open tomorrow. She advises residents to prepare and make they […]

WATCH: Homestead streets flooding after various pipes burst

WATCH: Homestead streets flooding after various pipes burst

KIMBERLEY – Riverton, Neethling, Natasha and Earl Street in Homevale have been flooded with fresh municipal water after a number of burst pipes have been reported in the suburb of Kimberley. Veronica Williams a resident posted images of the water-filled streets on social media. A video is also being circulated of a massive burst in […]

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