Marti Will
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The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) invites the public to participate in Nature Photography Day from June 12 to 16, 2026, by capturing images in its gardens. Visitors can share up to three photos on social media with specific hashtags, with a chance to win garden visits. Winter pricing is also introduced.
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Dam levels in the Free State remain stable at 101.6%, unchanged from last week but up 0.8% compared to last year. Key dams like Krugersdrift and Bloemhof have seen increases, while some like Sterkfontein and Vanderkloof have decreased. The Department of Water and Sanitation emphasizes the importance of water conservation.
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In plaas daarvan dat Gysbert Jan Maritz (58) op Dinsdag 9 Junie sy opwagting in die hof in Welkom gemaak het op aanklagte van bedrog, het sy prokureur gereël dat hy eerder in Bloemfontein verskyn om datums vir sy saak in September in Welkom vas te stel.
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MATJHABENG – The Democratic Alliance (DA) has written to the Speaker and Municipal Manager of Matjhabeng Local Municipality requesting written reasons for decisions taken during the municipality’s Integrated Development Plan […]
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A pastor and his wife have received direct imprisonment for animal cruelty and child sexual abuse in a groundbreaking Free State case marking South Africa’s first custodial sentence for domestic animal cruelty.
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Two people were arrested after law enforcement officers discovered an unlicensed firearm and unexplained cash during a roadblock on the R726 near Zastron on Monday.
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Security forces arrested six suspects during Operation Prosper in Welkom, targeting illegal mining and associated crimes. The operation included the South African Police, Defence Force, and private security. Arrests were made for trespassing, possession of suspected gold, cable theft crimes, and drug possession. All suspects are set to appear in court.
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Free State police have welcomed the sentence handed down by the Welkom Regional Court against Mzinkwe Leonard Binda (48), who was sentenced to life imprisonment on Tuesday, 2 June.
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Police are seeking help to find four-year-old Felani Malatji, who vanished on June 7 while playing outside his grandmother’s house in Hani Park. His sister left briefly and upon return found him missing. Despite extensive searches by family and local authorities, he remains unlocated. Anyone with information is urged to contact police.
