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
South Africans are bracing for a record fuel price surge from April 1, with petrol and diesel set to spike sharply amid global oil shocks, raising fears of widespread increases in transport costs, food prices and overall inflation. Read more: South Africans brace for record fuel shock as April prices set to surge
A province-wide police crackdown during Operation Paseka netted 413 arrests across the Northern Cape in a week-long blitz targeting serious and contact crimes ahead of Easter. Read more: 413 suspects arrested as Operation Paseka sweeps across Northern Cape
A multi-agency Operation Vala Umgodi sweep in Kimberley’s CBD and Kenilworth led to the arrest of 12 undocumented foreign nationals as authorities intensify efforts to curb illegal mining-related activity. Read more: 12 arrested in Kimberley crackdown on illegal immigration
The Northern Cape Department of Roads and Public Works trained 20 grader operators through a specialised programme aimed at improving gravel road maintenance, boosting rural access, extending infrastructure lifespan and supporting long term economic development across the province. Read more: Northern Cape invests in operator skills to improve gravel roads