Welkom
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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,…
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Belofte staan al 55 jaar vas
Vista, a community newspaper serving the Goudveld region since 1971, has persevered for over 55 years despite economic difficulties. With a dedicated team boasting extensive experience, it reports objectively on…
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Facility near Riebeeckstad promisies giant solar power boost
Located approximately 30 km north of Welkom, near Riebeeckstad, the facility features more than 715 000 solar panels spread across 560 ha.
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Wesgrow Sentrale Skole Sportreeks: Trio en Goudveld in taai wedstryde gewikkel
Hoewel die uitslae nie in alle gevalle in Goudveld se guns was nie, het die spelers ware karakter en deursettingsvermoë getoon.
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Swaar reën, hael en stormwind oorweldig Goudveld-streek
Geweldige donderstorms het die Goudveld sedert Vrydag geteister, met meer as 100 mm reën wat oor Welkom, Odendaalsrus en Virginia geval het.
