Matjhabeng
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Operation Prosper yields six arrests in Welkom mining areas
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…
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Free State municipalities face calls for urgent intervention after oversight inquiry
A joint oversight committee has revealed serious governance and financial issues in Free State municipalities, particularly Matjhabeng and Nala. Matjhabeng has accrued R18.8 billion in debt and suffers from severe…
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Raw sewage flows past Welkom school despite court orders
Raw sewage continues to flow near St Helena Primary School in Welkom, posing health risks to students and blocking access to local businesses despite multiple court orders. The municipality has…
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Protests erupt in Free State over solar project labour allocation
Dissatisfaction over labor allocation in the Middelpunt Solar Project has sparked unrest in Phomolong, Hennenman. Residents oppose the 60% local labor allocation, resulting in protests. The Democratic Alliance (DA) urges…
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Power outages cripple Matjhabeng for more than 72 hours over long weekend
Residents in Matjhabeng Local Municipality faced prolonged electricity outages during Freedom Day and Workers’ Day weekend, with some areas without power for over 72 hours. Essential facilities like Thusanong Hospital…
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DA rejects Matjhabeng tariff increases far exceeding national guidelines
The DA has rejected the Matjhabeng Municipality’s proposed tariff increases for 2026-’27, which significantly exceed national guidelines. The ANC’s suggested 23% electricity and 25% water hikes come amidst high unemployment…
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R4,2 billion government intervention addresses collapsed sewerage systems
On World Water Day, Minister Pemmy Majodina delivered 22 refurbished wastewater facilities to Matjhabeng Municipality as part of a R4.2 billion initiative aimed at restoring collapsed sewer systems. The program…
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Urgent payment demanded so as to resume stalled Phomolong infrastructure project
Urgent payment of R38 million in outstanding invoices is critical to resume the Phomolong project and address the service delivery crisis. DA Councillor Maxie Badenhorst has urged government departments to…
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Matjhabeng’s turnaround still possible
The Matjhabeng Local Municipality has formally established a Multi-Party Whippery as a Section 79 Oversight and Monitoring Committee to supervise the municipality’s Financial Recovery Plan, marking a significant step in…
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Urgent forensic audit into Matjhabeng finances demanded
An urgent forensic audit is demanded for Matjhabeng Local Municipality, grappling with over R14 billion debt. DA councillor Coreen Malherbe insists on immediate revenue safeguards and transparency in recovery efforts.…
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