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Campaign aims to empower all scholars
On April 23, the police in Odendalsrus conducted a school-based awareness campaign at Eldoret High School, reaching 317 female learners. Focusing on crime prevention and safety, the initiative addressed issues such as bullying and cyberbullying, and educated students on the…
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International Hyena Day: Happy ending for Phiri sheds light on his species
“Today, Phiri moves with confidence and curiosity. His journey reminds us why stronger protections for wild animals are so important.”
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Dedicated health protection ringfencing must be built into R4 billion sanitation intervention
The Ward 30 Neighbourhood Watch in Thabong, Welkom, advocates for health protection measures to accompany the R4 billion sanitation initiative. Chairperson Pogisho Mholo emphasizes that infrastructure repairs alone won’t mitigate health risks from sewage pollution. The organization seeks dedicated health…
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School news/Skole-nuus
This photo album is a collection of sporting highlights, academic achievements, life skills sessions and reunions, all put together.
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Police force bids farewell to stalwarts
The police in Welkom celebrated the retirement of Col Jacobus van der Merwe and Lt Col Kagisho Ratsuba, recognizing their 40 and 35 years of service respectively. Maj. Gen. Len Singh praised Van der Merwe’s dedication and integrity, while Brig.…
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Delayed project fails community
A sanitation project in Matjhabeng Local Municipality, aimed at replacing pit toilets in ward 16, has been incomplete for over five years, leaving 1,500 households without proper toilets. Delays raise health and safety concerns, prompting demands for accountability from officials…
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Geliefde maatskaplike werker tree ná 33 jaar uit pos
Joline Delport, projekbestuurder van die Vrystaat Versorging in Aksie (VVA), groet die organisasie ná 33 jaar as maatskaplike werker. Delport se hart het nog altyd ge-klop vir haar gemeenskap, en toe sy by die VVA oor die Vrystaat heen as…
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Morning Star merges with Living Hope
On March 13, the Morning Star Children’s Centre hosted a tea to announce its merger with Living Hope, a well-established South African NPO. Living Hope took full custody of Morning Star on January 1, 2026, aiming to strengthen families and…
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Unieke passiespel laat Moses se verhaal op die verhoog leef
Die unieke produksie Moses-Geroep! deur die ATKV-tak Gemeenskapsteater is dié naweek in Bloemfontein te sien. Kry jou kaartjies hier!
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Urgent payment demanded 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 settle these dues to ensure contractor Civtec can complete vital…