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Sewage soaks the houses and streets in Thabong
The conditions in Marupelo Street and in his neighbourhood are shocking and humiliating. “Despite being reported to the authorities, the situation has been allowed to deteriorate.”
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Vision for unified sanitation still a blur
Larry Crisp discusses sanitation infrastructure challenges in South Africa, emphasising the potential of closed toilet systems to reduce water wastage and improve public health and dignity through technological advances.
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Spreading good cheer, Jackson sings for the oldies
The day was made extra special as Manie Jackson, well-known South African singer, was invited to perform at the event. Jackson − who enjoys gold, triple gold, and platinum status as an entertainer − is also a writer. His performances…
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Father’s Day Flea Market on 14 June promises loads of fun and excitement
There are reserved places inside the terrain for extra food and coffee outlets, and a much friendlier and workable layout. There will be 110 stalls at the Father’s Day market, spotless toilets and loads of fun with a tea garden…
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Fire drill keeps Huis Ougoud residents on their feet
The Welkom CPF conducted a planned fire drill at Huis Ougoud in Welkom. The exercise was designed to test emergency response times, enhance coordination among emergency medical services (EMS), and ensure the safety and preparedness of the home’s senior residents.
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Die Andante Plus50-musiekkompetisie is deur die ATKV geloods
Die die Andante Plus50-musiekkompetisie word in samewerking met die ATKV-Buffelspoort en die PLUS 50-tydskrif aangebied. Die musikant Cor Uys, ‘n jare lange vennoot van die ATKV is die persoon agter hierdie kompetisie. Alle senior burgers 50 jaar en ouer, behalwe…
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Four suspected stock thieves apprehended and R15 000 meat recovered
Vigilant members of the Ventersburg SAPS observed a heavily loaded white bakkie traveling at high speed through the town. When the vehicle was brought to a halt and a cattle carcass was recovered. R25 000 meat was returned to the…
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Kompetisie bied platform vir musikale 50-plussers
Cor Uys en ATKV bied ‘n musiekkompetisie aan vir seniore ouer as 50, wat hulle talent erken en beklemtoon.
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She dives into the murky depths to bring closure to grieving families
From the moment she stepped into the Graaff-Reinet Training College, she stood out – not just for her determination, but for her discipline. She was awarded Best Overall Student and named the Fittest Female Recruit that year – achievements that…
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Ysbeerswem-uitdaging 2025: Waar ‘n wil is, is ‘n ysige geplons
Die Ysbeerswem-geleenthede, ter ondersteuning van liefdadigheid, begin eersdaags by verskeie plekke in die land, met talle aktiwiteite op die program.