In response to a formal complaint submitted by Michael Hawthorne, a concerned resident of Kimberley, the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) acknowledged receipt of the complaint, dated 28 November 2023, on 19 January 2024. This acknowledgment has reignited scrutiny into the ongoing water supply challenges and potential human rights abuses, focusing attention on the […]
KIMBERLEY – The Sol Plaatje Municipality has issued a media statement to keep residents informed about the ongoing Water Recovery Programme in Kimberley. The program, initiated on Thursday, 28 December 2023, is set to continue until further notice. In response to the community’s call for water use efficiency, the municipality has seen a reduction in […]
KIMBERLEY – As the year draws to a close and Kimberley residents prepare to welcome the New Year, the Kimberley Prospector reminds the public to be mindful of the regulations surrounding the use of fireworks. From New Year’s Eve celebrations to Guy Fawkes Day, fireworks are a staple for many, but it’s crucial to remember […]
Explore the intricate landscape of Kimberley, Northern Cape, through this detailed topological map highlighting the Newton Reservoir and nearby neighbourhoods. A topological map is a specialized representation of the Earth’s surface that emphasizes the relationship between landforms. In this visualization, elevation differences are depicted using a colour gradient, with red representing higher laying areas and […]
KIMBERLEY – Residents in some areas, including Beaconsfield, Herlear, South Ridge, Klisserville, and more, continue to grapple with water supply challenges as the Sol Plaatje Municipality faces disruptions during restoration periods. The recent public notice on Wednesday, 27 Dec 2023, highlighted the extension of water supply restoration until 22:00, citing issues at the Newton Reservoir. […]
When the last major water interruption hit Kimberley at the end of November, The Kimberley Prospector sought answers from the Sol Plaatje Municipality (SPM) about changes made at Newton Reservoir. However, the municipality’s silence on critical questions has left residents grappling with uncertainty regarding their water supply. Residents from Galeshewe, Roodepan, and other suburbs directly […]
KIMBERLEY – In a significant move to address longstanding water challenges in Kimberley, Ekapa Mining, one of the city’s major private employers, has extended a helping hand to Sol Plaatje Municipality. The diamond mining company is reinforcing its commitment to a public-private partnership by focusing on the optimization of the old and new Riverton Waterworks […]
LABRAM – In a critical traffic alert for our Kimberley residents, a potentially life-threatening situation has been identified at the bend where Edmeades Street transforms into Jacobus Smit Avenue, just behind Choctaw Spur in Labram. A tree branch, hanging at windscreen height in the lane towards North Cape Mall, has emerged as a dangerous obstacle, […]
NORTHERN CAPE – The Sol Plaatje Municipality (SPM) is facing scrutiny as Kimberley residents question the mismatch between the city’s water storage capacity and the frequency of water interruptions. Despite having over 90% of water stored across three dams, the municipality appears to supply the city as if it relies on a single dam. The […]