Marti Will
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The shopping centre, which was integral to the city’s commercial landscape for decades, now presents a stark picture of urban decay. What was once a thriving hub of retail activity has been stripped bare, with its underground parking areas flooded and transformed into makeshift refuse dumps.
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Met een van die grootste landbou-byeenkomste in die land om die draai, word ‘n dringende pleidooi gerig aan die Vrystaatse Departement van Gemeenskapsveiligheid, Paaie en Vervoer om in te gryp wat betref die haglike toestand van paaie in en om Viljoenskroon.
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Residents of Phahameng Section, Meloding, Virginia, are urging the Matjhabeng Local Municipality to repair a dangerous hole on Nyakallo Street, posing significant safety risks, especially for schoolchildren. The road is also riddled with potholes, sewage spills, and unkempt grass, threatening public health. Immediate action is demanded to ensure safety and accountability from contractors.
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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 settle these dues to ensure contractor Civtec can complete vital infrastructure improvements. Delays and mismanagement have left residents vulnerable.
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Three Virginia women, through the nonprofit Hands of Grace, are revitalising a neglected cemetery and bolstering community involvement despite challenges.
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Harmony Striders showcased their commitment to competitive sports by participating in races across South Africa, including marathons and cycling events.
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Concerns have arisen over the deteriorating R59 road ahead of the NAMPO Harvest Day in May, prompting the Democratic Alliance to urge SANRAL for urgent repairs. The DA seeks clarity on road custodianship transfer while stressing that immediate action is necessary to prevent further damage, impacting local farmers and the economy.
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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.
