Ward 33 residents have issued an ultimatum to Sol Plaatje Municipality to fix collapsing services by April 7 – or face renewed protests, road blockades and legal action. Read more: Galeshewe residents give Sol Plaatje ultimatum over service delivery failures
The director of Trade and Industry, Darius Babuseng, will return to his desk on April 7 after winning a lengthy court battle against the Northern Cape Department of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism. Read more: Director to return to post after four-year court battle with provincial department
More than 100 commuters travelling between Ritchie and Kimberley for work fear being stranded after a subsidised bus contract expired, with no replacement service yet in place due to funding delays. Read more: Ritchie commuters fear being stranded after bus service contract expires
Taxi operators have called off protest action across the Northern Cape for now, but have warned that they should not be undermined as they await decisive action to remove illegal operators from the roads. Read more: Kimberley taxi protest paused, but tensions simmer over illegal operators
The Northern Cape’s vast reserves of manganese and rare earth minerals, combined with a renewed focus on beneficiation, could position the province as South Africa’s next major mining hub and a key supplier to global energy and manufacturing industries, industry leaders say. Read more: Northern Cape tipped as SA’s next mining powerhouse amid rising demand […]
As Easter travel picks up, South Africans are being urged to step up both home and vehicle security, with experts warning that empty houses and busy roads create prime opportunities for criminals. Read more: Easter safety warning: Empty homes and busy roads increase crime risk
The FF+ has condemned the handling of Khoisan reburials in Steinkopf, backing a human rights complaint that alleges constitutional violations, cultural insensitivity and negligence, while calling for accountability, restoration of dignity and an independent investigation. Read more: Khoisan reburial process in Steinkopf under scrutiny amid dignity concerns
A temporary R3 fuel levy cut will offer limited relief to South Africans as global oil disruptions drive sharp fuel price increases and intensify pressure on households and businesses. Read more: Fuel price hike: Government cuts levy by R3 to ease April shock
Two Victoria West men have each been sentenced to 10 years’ imprisonment after being caught and convicted in separate housebreaking and theft cases, following swift police action and community vigilance. Read more: Victoria West burglars caught in the act – sentenced to 10 years behind bars