Marti Will
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Environmental neglect in the Matjhabeng Local Municipality has reached widespread proportions, but the situation in Allanridge, with overgrown foliage and overall dilapidation, has reached an unacceptable level.
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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 governance reform.
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Sarah-Lee Rütters (24) van Riebeeckstad, Welkom, is ‘n kranige tuinier wat van kleintyd af saam met haar pa geplant het. Nou het sy ‘n sonneblom gekweek wat almal laat opgaan kyk.
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Residents of Odendaalsrus face severe service delivery issues, primarily due to a non-functional municipal telephone switchboard, making it difficult to report essential service faults. Frequent office closures and billing irregularities further complicate the situation. Urgent action is needed to restore communication channels and address service delivery concerns to rebuild public trust.
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A R52 million sewer rehabilitation project has begun in Ward 33, Welkom, aimed at repairing and unblocking existing networks over 24 months. The initiative, launched by Mayor Thanduxolo Khalipa, will enhance community health, stimulate local employment, and improve service delivery while addressing long-standing sewer challenges and infrastructure weaknesses.
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On February 23, Matjhabeng Municipality introduced auxiliary deductions on prepaid electricity for accounts overdue by 30 days or more to manage outstanding debt. This measure aims to ensure service payment and sustainability. Residents are urged to maintain current accounts and seek assistance for payment arrangements, with notifications provided before deductions are applied.
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Young sportsman Ruhan Dreyer, a Grade 10 student from Klerksdorp Hoërskool, has been selected for a prestigious cricket tour to England in 2026. Since starting cricket at two, he has excelled as an all-rounder and in athletics, notably winning javelin championships. Fundraising efforts are underway to support his international participation.
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Zian se ouma, Tilla Oosthuizen, sê komplekse gedeeltelike aanvalle behels ‘n veranderde bewussyntoestand, en konvulsiewe aanvalle , dikwels “grandmal” genoem, behels swaar aanvalle met spiersametrekkings en ‘n verlies aan bewussyn. Epileptiese aanvalle word veroorsaak deur ‘n skielike opwelling in die brein se elektriese aktiwiteite.
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Residents of Matjhabeng are initiating restoration projects, led by the non-profit Hands of Grace, to revive their decaying town. Focused on the Grave Restoration Project, this initiative aims to honor and clean graves of past locals, promote community engagement, and restore dignity to resting places. Donations will fund manpower and maintenance efforts.
