The Kimberley Prospector

Looking for something to do? Here’s what’s happening in and around the Diamond City over the coming days and weeks. Read more: What’s on Kimberley 28 January and beyond

GCIS Northern Cape initiates a vital outreach programme for SONA 2026, empowering communities to engage with national priorities and participate in shaping their future. Read more: GCIS Northern Cape launches community engagement for SONA 2026

The Changan CS75 Pro arrives as a well-equipped midsize SUV, combining turbocharged performance, restrained design and strong ownership support, while undercutting established rivals on pricing. Read more: Changan CS75 Pro enters the midsize SUV market with focus on balance and value

Sol Plaatje Municipality says a major clean-up of all four clarifiers at the old Riverton water treatment plant is under way to improve both the volume and quality of water supplied to Kimberley’s Newton Reservoir, following the return of nightly water cuts after an Eskom-related power disruption. Read more: Riverton clean-up under way as Sol […]

Refuse collection was disrupted in parts of Kimberley on Tuesday after Sol Plaatje Municipality reported a fleet shortage, leaving residents to keep uncollected waste on their properties while a catch-up plan is awaited. Read more: Kimberley refuse collection disrupted by fleet shortages

Coghsta has issued a heatwave warning for the Northern Cape, urging residents to take necessary precautions as extreme temperatures are expected to persist across most of the province until Friday. Read more: Coghsta issues heatwave warning as extreme temperatures grip Northern Cape

Nightly water interruptions from 9pm to 4am have returned in Kimberley after Newton Reservoir levels dropped to just eight feet following an Eskom-related pumping disruption at the Riverton water treatment plants. Read more: Nightly water cuts return to Kimberley as Newton Reservoir levels hit critical low

A Calvinia Home Affairs official who faked deaths on the national population register to claim funeral insurance payouts has been sentenced to five years’ direct imprisonment after a long-running Hawks investigation exposed the scheme. Read more: Northern Cape Home Affairs official jailed for faking deaths to cash in on funeral policies

Prepare for a celebration of gospel music! Join the pre-registration event for the Diamond Gospel Music Awards in Platfontein on February 14, leading up to a grand ceremony in Upington. Read more: Get ready for the Diamond Gospel Music Awards: Pre-registration event in Platfontein