The community is outraged over what they believe is an overly restrictive hair policy which dictates the length and style of pupils. Read more: Exam ban: Parents outraged over ‘discriminatory’ school hair rules
Community organisations say that they will not be deterred from ridding the city of criminal elements and undocumented foreigners despite attempts from authorities to prevent them from conducting compliance inspections at local businesses this week. Read more: Ultimatum issued: Kimberley groups demand foreign nationals leave by June 25
Councillors came under threat of ‘sewage bombs’ and tear gas during a special council meeting that was held on 27 May. Sol Plaatje Municipality is seeking an urgent interdict against striking workers that has led to service delivery backlogs. . Read more: Sol Plaatje meeting descends into chaos amid strike, tear gas claims and sewage […]
The five ANC ward councillors who were expelled by the ANC have lodged appeals. Their wards will remain vacant until the local government elections as the cut-off date for by-elections has passed. Read more: Expelled ANC councillors vow independent run as wards left without representation
As the world marks World Hunger Day, Thomas Chisveto, the Northern Cape area financial director for Meals on Wheels Community Services South Africa, is calling on communities, government and citizens to work together to tackle food insecurity across the Northern Cape. Read more: World Hunger Day: Call for action as Northern Cape communities battle food […]
Hartswater police are appealing for information after 71-year-old Kgomotso Christina Pelema went missing earlier this month. She was last seen at her home on 6 May 2026. Read more: Police appeal for information on missing 71-year-old Hartswater woman
The Northern Cape police have warned farmers and livestock owners to tighten security measures following a concerning rise in sheep and goat stock theft cases across the province. Read more: Northern Cape police warn of rising stock theft cases
Water and sanitation services in Kai ! Garib Municipality have deteriorated to a “critical state”, prompting a visit by Deputy Minister of Water and Sanitation Sello Seitlholo amid ongoing water shortages, sewage overflows and mounting municipal debt. Read more: Kai ! Garib water crisis prompts Deputy Minister visit amid ‘critical state’ warning
A Kimberley businessman has pleaded guilty to 99 fraud and money laundering charges after submitting fraudulent Covid-19 relief fund claims that cost the Department of Labour R145,000. Read more: Kimberley businessman pleads guilty to R145k Covid-19 relief fund fraud