Want to comment on posts, engage with fellow readers, and submit stories, letters, feedback and more?
Topic Menu:
News
-
IEC’s national Online Voter Registration portal open to register for 2026 Municipal Elections
National Online Voter Registration portal open for public to register for 2026 municipal elections
Source:
-
HTS Welkom becomes a combined unisex school
On January 14, police and CPF Sector 3 visited the Technical High School in Welkom to discuss safety awareness with students. The visit coincided with a historic moment as the school officially admitted female learners, promoting inclusivity. This engagement fostered…
-
Taking to the streets to demand accountability
A march against Matjhabeng Mayor Thanduxolo Khalipha was organized by the MK Party in Welkom on January 30. Provincial ministers Saki Mokoena and Moses Ketso Makume refused to accept a memorandum from party leadership, focusing on allegations of corruption and…
-
Diary/Dagboek
Every Saturday at 08:00, a weekly parkrun occurs at St Dominic’s College sports field. In 2026, six pension and medical aid meetings for Anglo Gold Ashanti will be held in Welkom, starting on 26 February. Additionally, the Harmony Striders Valentine…
-
Instilling a sense of discipline in youths
Joline Delport, project manager of Free State Care in Action, visited Mmantshebo Primary School to motivate students. She emphasized four key principles—respect, integrity, motivation, and responsibility—as essential for academic success, regardless of socioeconomic status. Additionally, on January 29, school supplies…
-
Keeping the pace at the age of 80
Maxwell Khosa (80) started running at the age of 68 and has been enjoying every moment of it. He finished the Mielie Half Marathon in 03:31:53 and the Johnson’s Crane […]
-
Locals left high and dry
Matjhabeng faces severe water outages, with Council lacking crucial updates on reservoir levels and supply issues. Councillor René Steyn criticizes the exclusion of elected officials from vital information, which jeopardizes public trust. He urges for transparency, effective communication, and immediate…
-
Nuwe hoof bring groot visie
Gerhard Erwee, the new principal of Amari School for special needs students, brings over 20 years of educational experience and strong community values. With a background in school management and international teaching, he is committed to fostering a positive, inclusive…
-
Neglect plagues Goldfields
Residents of Residensia, Odendaalsrus, face a severe water crisis, having gone over 12 days without water. Despite demands for an action plan from local authorities, responses remain inadequate. Meanwhile, Allanridge battles environmental neglect and failing services, with hazards like open…
-
Projek bring al 39 j. lank sonskyn
Op 5 Februarie vier die Sonskyn-projek sy 39ste bestaansjaar van toegewyde hulpverlening aan minder bevoorregte mense in die Goudveld, veral tydens moeilike omstandighede. Die projek is in 1987 deur Alet […]
Share your news with us.
Do you have feedback you’d like to share?
Let us know what’s on your mind.