Welkom
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Swimmers awarded after fruitful season
The Welkom Super Seals Club celebrated their season finale on June 6, recognizing swimmers for their dedication despite the closure of their pool for two months. Coach Corinne Mansill highlighted…
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DNA evidence links serial rapist and robber to decade-long crime spree
Free State police have welcomed the sentence handed down by the Welkom Regional Court against Mzinkwe Leonard Binda (48), who was sentenced to life imprisonment on Tuesday, 2 June.
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Man sentenced to two life terms for murder and rape
The court heard that Nkatsa followed his victim to her destination in Bothaville in the early hours of Friday, 4 August 2023. He raped her and stabbed her 17 times…
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‘A praying church is a powerful church’
Acts 12:5–17 reminds believers of the incredible power of prayer and the importance of trusting God even when situations seem hopeless. Peter had been arrested by King Herod and placed…
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Public urged to not impede officials when completing tasks
The Lejweleputswa District Municipality is concerned about threats against environmental health practitioners conducting inspections at spaza shops. EHPs, authorized to enforce health laws, face intimidation while ensuring public health compliance.…
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Many uprooted after stormy rains
Heavy rainfall since May 1 has severely impacted five wards in Thabong, resulting in displacement and destruction. Over 500 residents were affected, with 250 evacuated to a community center. Many…
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Where darkness resides
Residents in Matjhabeng Local Municipality faced severe electricity outages over the Freedom Day and Workers’ Day weekend, lasting over five days in some areas. Critical services were compromised, with hospitals…
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Man shot dead outside lounge in Welkom
Police are investigating the murder of a 46-year-old man who was shot dead outside a lounge in Doorn, Welkom, on Saturday night.
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DA rejects Matjhabeng tariff increases far exceeding national guidelines
The DA has rejected the Matjhabeng Municipality’s proposed tariff increases for 2026-’27, which significantly exceed national guidelines. The ANC’s suggested 23% electricity and 25% water hikes come amidst high unemployment…
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Equestrian talent at Naudeville delivers strong performances
Naudeville equestrian riders excelled at the Sanesa’s third qualifying round in Bloemfontein on April 11-12. Hanno van Jaarsveld dominated with three first-place finishes on Storm Rider. Ava Adendorff performed well,…
