Liston Isaac Frans was sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment for attempted murder after an unprovoked knife attack that left a 30‑year‑old victim hospitalised for a month. Read more: Man jailed for 15 years after unprovoked knife attack in Galeshewe tavern
Members of the Junior Council will be introduced to schools next year as part of the 2026 Back to School campaign where junior council members will tackle challenges affecting children Read more: Sol Plaatje Municipality launches junior council to give children a voice in local government
A 61-year-old man was sentenced to 20 years imprisonment after admitting to murdering his partner. The deceased was stabbed several times during an argument. Read more: Murder of 55‑year‑old woman leads to 20‑year imprisonment for ex‑partner
Heavy rainfall has prevented electricians from restoring power to widespread areas affected by electricity outages including Homevale extension where the body of 21-year-old man was found to be electrocuted on Tuesday. Homes were flooded on Thursday night due to rain and hail Read more: WATCH: Heavy downpour leaves homes flooded and without power
The Safer Festive Season crackdown, Operation Shanela 2, led by Kimberley Station Commander Brigadier Nicholas Mtongana, saw a multi‑agency team reinforcing Kimberley’s safety during the festive period. Read more: Police shut down unlicensed liquor outlets in Platfontein while undocumented individuals are arrested during Safer Festive Season operations
Animal welfare investigators have uncovered hundreds of donkey and horse carcasses on a farm between Warrenton and Jan Kempdorp in what appears to be a prolonged period of illegal slaughter, prompting an ongoing police investigation. Read more: Grisly discovery: Animal welfare unit uncovers hundreds of donkey and horse carcasses on Northern Cape farm
St Boniface Catholic Church that commemorates its 100th year anniversary on Saturday will host many guests this weekend. Community members want the building to be declared a heritage site. Read more: St Boniface Catholic Church celebrates centenary
SADAG’s 2025 Festive Feeling Study reveals South Africans are either thriving, surviving, or struggling, with financial pressure, loneliness, and emotional exhaustion widespread, while helplines remain open to support those feeling overwhelmed during the holiday season. Read more: South Africans share their festive season reality as some thrive and others barely holding on
McDougalls Bay in Port Nolloth has earned Blue Flag Pilot status, marking a major step for Northern Cape coastal tourism. Richtersveld Municipality is upgrading infrastructure, boosting cleanliness, improving water quality monitoring, and preparing for future lifeguard services to meet full Blue Flag standards. Read more: Northern Cape celebrates cleaner, safer summer with blue flag pilot […]