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First woman to assume role
Prof. Hester Klopper has been appointed as the vice-chancellor and principal of the University of the Free State (UFS) – making history as the first woman appointed to this powerful position. The council of the university announced her appointment on
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Outrage against electricity tariff hike
Cash-strapped consumers bear the brunt of municipalities failing to pay their huge debt to Eskom, which has applied to the National Energy Regulator of South Africa (Nersa) for a 40% electricity increase.
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Hawks pounce on three women regarding Covid-19 fraud
The ongoing Free State Hawks’ Serious Commercial Crime team’s investigation into the Covid-19 pandemic’s Temporary Employer-Employee Relief Scheme (Ters), saw three women appear in court on Monday, 18 November, facing charges of fraud and money laund
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Vehicle hijacking rising in FS
A recent report compiled by MotorHappy indicates that incidents of vehicle hijacking in the Free State are increasing. Approximately 152 cases have been reported in the province thus far this year, and apparently this translates to 1,3 % of all…
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Gallants focus on the games ahead
The Marumo Gallants are benchmarking their performance during the Carling Knockout Cup to improve their status in the Betway Premiership. Their sterling form in the former saw them reach the semifinal – much to the delight of head coach, Dan…
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Activities in cyberworld becoming major factor in commission of fraud
The negative impact of fraud globally is in focus until Sunday, 24 November, with International Fraud Awareness Week having started on 17 November.
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Role models celebrated
Encourage men to teach younger males the values, character and responsibilities of being a man. This describes the theme of this year’s International Men’s Day, observed on 19 November, which is “Positive male role models”.
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Prohibition remains in force
Two leading facilities of the Free State Department of Health – the government mortuary in Bloemfontein and the National District Hospital – remain closed for public use.
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Water levels decline drastically
The levels of large water storage dams in the Free State, the water of which is used for human consumption and industrial purposes, have declined drastically. The Department of Water and Sanitation’s (DWS) weekly report shows most dams’ average is…
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Passion is deep-seated
A well-known publisher attributes that his passion for the noble profession of teaching was inspired in him by one of his former teachers.
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