Police in Prieska are investigating the alleged theft of a SAPS-issued firearm from an officer’s home, while also probing possible negligence in how the weapon was stored. Read more: SAPS firearm allegedly stolen from officer’s home in Prieska as negligence probe launched
A Northern Cape High Court judge has cleared the way for the Minerva Gardens murder trial to begin in August after dismissing defence attempts to delay proceedings. Read more: Minerva Gardens murder: August trial date set for Kimberley advocate and co-accused
The EFF’s decision to enter a working agreement with the ANC at Sol Plaatje Municipality has triggered sharp opposition criticism, with warnings that the partnership is driven by political survival rather than service delivery. Read more: ANC–EFF deal in Sol Plaatje sparks backlash as opposition warns ‘no free lunches in politics’
The dire state of sanitation at Sol Plaatje Municipality has prompted the South African Human Rights Commission to urge the Northern Cape premier to declare a provincial disaster so that emergency funds can be accessed to address prolonged service delivery failures. Read more: Sol Plaatje sewage crisis ‘one of the worst’ – SAHRC calls for […]
The DA has welcomed a Northern Cape High Court ruling declaring the 2024 Liquor Act unconstitutional due to inadequate public participation, urging government to provide clarity on its response, ensure legal certainty, and strengthen oversight amid concerns over the validity of related legislation. Read more: High Court strikes down Northern Cape liquor law over flawed […]
A Fraserburg man has been sentenced to 22 years’ imprisonment after fatally stabbing his girlfriend and burning her with boiling soup during a violent domestic attack. Read more: Killer jailed after stabbing partner and burning her with boiling soup
Grade 9 learner Callia Bedwell from Delportshoop overcomes bullying and shyness to walk at South African Fashion Week 2026, using her journey to inspire confidence, advocate against bullying, and uplift children through community work. Read more: From small-town dreams to a national stage
The NPA’s Asset Forfeiture Unit has seized properties, vehicles, cash and diamonds worth millions across the Northern Cape – including assets linked to alleged gang leader George “Barney” Peters – in a sweeping crackdown on organised crime. Read more: R3m properties linked to alleged gang leader among assets forfeited in Northern Cape
The ANC has welcomed Sol Plaatje executive mayor Martha Bartlett’s decision to reshuffle the mayoral committee, which now includes two EFF councillors and one GOOD Party councillor. Read more: Sol Plaatje MMC reshuffle brings EFF and GOOD into mayoral committee