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Speedy repair of dangerous bridge is heartening
Comes as reward for diligence The prompt reaction of the powers that be to address the hazardous situation at the bridge at the Findlay lane entrance (R34) to Odendaalsrus has […]
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Gold Fm Golden Globes and the community come together for a worthy cause
Gold FM’s Golden Globes initiative has taken a significant step towards making a difference in the lives of needy children.
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Matjhabeng Municipality intensifies revenue collection campaign
The Matjhabeng Municipality is enhancing revenue collection through Operation Patala, issuing cut-off notices, and engaging communities to ensure service sustainability.
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Rayno die ‘Rhino’ uit Noord-Kaap aangewys as wêreld se sterkste man
‘n Jong Suid-Afrikaner, oorspronklik van die Noord-Kaap, is die naweek tydens ‘n internasionale kompetisie as die wêreld se sterkste man aangewys.
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A successful Mother’s Day flea market was held at Rover’s Club
The Mother’s Day flea market that was held at Rover’s Club in Welkom on Saturday, 10 May, was a roaring success. The stalls have grown exponentially to more than 100, and there was also an exceptional variety of goods to…
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Trotseer koue vir diere
Leon Bester (55), wat reeds vyf jaar in Odendaalsrus woon, is geen vreemdeling vir dierewelsyn nie.
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Classic cars shine their glory
Two of the founder members of the Welkom Classic Car Club, Stephen Coetzee and Zack Lombard, accompanied by their wives, Avrille and Jill, attended the OFS Vintage Car Club show in Bloemfontein on 1 May.
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A bold and inspiring display of grassroots mobilisation – Women must step forward
The event drew a large and spirited audience, including executive mayor councillor Veronica Ntakumbana of the Lejweleputswa District Municipality, representatives of the Matjhabeng mayor’s office, and the national chairperson of Afasa. Their presence underscored the growing recognition that youths and…
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The poor of the poor discriminated against by Matjhabeng – Community Development Centers in Disrepair
These community assets have the potential to support local development, youth activities, and social programs. However, neglect has led to their current state. We urge the municipality to perform basic maintenance, such as grass cutting, and apply for grants to…
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Great lessons imparted
The campaign also had the Department of Justice, National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), Thuthuzela Care Centre (Thabong), and Department of Education as stakeholders.