Human Rights Day celebrations in Kimberley drew thousands to the AR Abass Stadium, where a festive atmosphere and President Cyril Ramaphosa’s address were overshadowed by growing concern over the long-neglected state of the venue. Read more: ‘Lipstick on a pig’: Residents slam state of AR Abass Stadium during Human Rights Day event
The bodies of two more miners were recovered during the early hours of Sunday morning, bringing the total to three of the five trapped workers. Recovery operations are continuing to locate the remaining miners. Read more: Ekapa tragedy: Two more miners’ bodies recovered in Kimberley
President Cyril Ramaphosa used his Human Rights Day address in Kimberley to reflect on 30 years of democracy while urging South Africans to close the gap between constitutional rights and the lived reality of inequality, poverty and unemployment. Read more: Read President Ramaphosa’s full Human Rights Day address in Kimberley
President Cyril Ramaphosa used Human Rights Day in Kimberley to highlight South Africa’s democratic progress while warning that inequality, poverty and corruption continue to undermine the Constitution’s promise. Read more: President Ramaphosa calls for renewed push to realise Constitution’s promise
National and provincial leaders marked Human Rights Day in Kimberley by handing over new sports facilities at local schools, with President Cyril Ramaphosa also pledging a hostel to improve access for learners. Read more: Kimberley schools get new sports facilities during Human Rights Day celebrations
A silent protest has been planned to take place in the park next to AR Abass stadium on Saturday to highlight the need for sports and recreational facilities in neglected areas inclluding Homevale, Colville, Galeshewe, Greenpoint, Florianville, Roodepan and Vergenoeg Read more: AR Abass Stadium cleaned up ahead of presidential visit
Northern Cape crime dipped slightly, but murder and attempted murder increased. Women and children remain at risk, while property crime rose. Police blame alcohol abuse and call for stronger community action. Read more: Northern Cape releases third-quarter crime statistics, flags concern over violence against women and children
Lydia Harmse celebrated her 100th birthday in Kimberley, with family and friends reflecting on her life, legacy, and the enduring values that have shaped generations. Read more: Kimberley centenarian Lydia Harmse celebrates 100 years surrounded by family
Northern Cape farmers, businesses and households are bracing for steep fuel price increases driven by global tensions, even as officials confirm that supply remains stable for now. Read more: Northern Cape farmers, households brace for fuel price pain