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Wesselsbron social crime prevention partners for father son dialogue
The Wesselsbron SAPS Social Crime Prevention unit, in partnership with various stakeholders, hosted a father-son dialogue on May 28, 2026, during Child Protection Week. The event encouraged discussions on community issues, promoting mentorship and social responsibility among young males. Recommendations…
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Oversight and accountability demanded in Lejweleputswa
The Democratic Alliance in Lejweleputswa District Municipality will enhance oversight following the appointment of new Executive Mayor, Phindiwe Maseko, amid financial mismanagement and governance issues. The ANC’s intervention in struggling municipalities has intensified scrutiny, as significant portions of the budget…
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Preller Square opens for trading after explosion in Woolworths
Business trading is back on track at Preller Square Shopping Centre after it was temporarily cordoned off following an explosion.
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Polar Bear 2026 season opens with six cold-water swims
The 2026 Polar Bear cold-water swimming season features six events in the Free State and Western Cape from June 27 to July 25. Highlights include swims at Willem Pretorius Nature Reserve and an inaugural swim at Groot Brak. Funds raised…
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ANC regional structure supports the immediate removal of Matjhabeng mayor
The ANC regional committee demands the removal of Matjhabeng Mayor Khalipa due to his conviction and misconduct affecting the organization.
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New mayor elected at Lejweleputswa District Municipality
Councillor Phindiwe Maseko has been elected as the new executive mayor of Lejweleputswa District Municipality following the resignation of Veronica Ntakumbana. Elected unopposed, Maseko aims to enhance service delivery, governance, and socio-economic development while promoting unity and transparency. The council…
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Local beauty queens claim double international glory
Two young beauty pageant contestants from Welkom, Shivani Williams (13) and Lesedi Khatoane (7), have achieved four international titles at competitions in Turkey. Their success highlights South Africa’s pageant talent, with Shivani earning the WLBF Miss Teen Universe and WLBF…
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Lephola reunion is a major success
Hundreds of Lephola Secondary School alumni from 1988 to 1995 attended a Reunion Gala Dinner at MTC Endless Events in Welkom on April 25. Themed “Then and Now: Celebrating Our Journey,” the event featured a donation of sanitary towels and…
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Goudveld-atlete wen podiumplekke by SA-kampioenskappe
Ses atlete van Goudveld-Hoërskool het medaljes verower tydens die 2026 SA-atletiekkampioenskappe. Lynn-Mari Louw het drie goue medaljes behaal. Sy het eerstes in gewigstoot (12,27 m) en diskus (44,95 m) verower, […]
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