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Hope rekindled in Virginia
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…
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Communication proposed to promote more accountability
The District Communicators Forum Meeting, held on 18 February, aimed to enhance government communication coordination in the Lejweleputswa District. Discussions focused on improving service delivery messaging, addressing misinformation, and fostering community engagement. Strategies included integrated communication plans and collaboration among…
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Veearts oorlede ná voorval met buffel op wildsplaas
Die dood van ‘n bekende veearts van Kroonstad is Saterdagoggend 21 Februarie bevestig. Hy is op 9 Februarie ernstig beseer toe ’n buffel hom op ’n wildsplaas buite Clocolan aangeval het.
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Matjhabeng residents are experiencing deteriorating services
The January 2026 Financial Recovery Plan report for Matjhabeng indicates 74% of activities achieved, yet residents face deteriorating service delivery and infrastructure failures. Critical issues persist, like a collapsed Fourie Street, calling into question the municipality’s accountability. With leadership instability…
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Thabong Family Left Homeless Following Early Morning Blaze
The Ward 30 Neighbourhood Watch in Thabong is seeking urgent community assistance following a house fire that destroyed a family home on Maseloa Street. The fire, likely caused by faulty wiring, left the family homeless and without possessions. Donations for…
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Night race excites
The Harmony Striders held their 23rd annual Valentine Night Race on February 13 at Welkom Square, achieving a record participation of 1,060 athletes. Arouchelle Niewenhuis won the women’s 10km in 43:21, while Siyabonga Derison triumphed in the men’s race with…
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Event to promote talent
Shivani Williams, a 12-year-old from Welkom Preparatory Primary School, recently hosted her first beauty pageant, Mr & Miss Sassy Queen 2026, to raise funds for her trip to Turkey as Little Miss World. With 36 titles since age six, she…
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Project secures learners’ right to learn
The Bronville Youth Crime Prevention Desk successfully launched a School Shoe Drive, collaborating with various local organizations to provide footwear to five schools. This initiative not only addresses basic needs but also enhances learners’ dignity and confidence, emphasizing the importance…
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Young queen aspires to serve others
Lereko Masilo, the Miss Face of Matjhabeng Junior Queen 2024, donated 21 pairs of school shoes to underprivileged students at two primary schools in Welkom and Hennenman. A member of the R Modeling Academy, she also launched the Lereko Masilo…
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Church in need of public’s help
The AME Mt Horeb Church in Welkom seeks community support to complete its roofing, halted due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Rev. Innocent Monare aims to revitalize the church and enhance its role in community development. Contributions totaling R155,000 are needed…