Welkom
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Law and order prevails in Matjhabeng
A peaceful march by approximately 50 people in Welkom on 30 June took place without incident. A district-wide police deployment resulted in more than 253 fines and dozens of arrests
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Police hunt suspected romance scammer linked to fraud
The Free State Provincial Commercial Crimes Investigation Unit is on the hunt for a Ugandan man implicated in romance scams involving two adult women.
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Vista diary/Dagboek
19 June The Blessings Animal Shelter Golf Day takes place at the Oppenheimer Golf Club. Big prizes are up for grabs. Dial 057 353 2131 for bookings and more information.…
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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…
