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Two accused aged 46 and 28 years old, respectively, were both recently sentenced to 3 years direct imprisonment for the severe assault of a 16 year old boy. On 28 January 2023 at 02:00, the 16 year old male victim had an argument with…

SAPS throughout the province, joined by the Community Police Forums (CPF's), the Youth Crime Prevention Desks and Community in Blue Patrollers in conjunction with the Department of Education, School Governing Bodies (SGB's) and the…

As citizens were preparing to cast their votes during the National and Provincial Elections, Operation Shanela continues to ensure a safe and secure environment for all inhabitants. The ongoing Operation Shanela high density operations…

The Provincial Commissioner of the Northern Cape, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola applauded members of Operation Vala Umgodi for their continued efforts in disrupting illegal mining activities through crime prevention actions, including…

Thato Mgoma The Department of Roads and Public Works celebrated 20 years of a nationwide government programme, the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) at AR Abass Stadium yesterday. This programme was implemented in 2004 to…

Supplied The SAPS Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences units in the Frances Baard District, accompanied by the SAPS Sector Policing, Community Police Forum, Social Crime Prevention and the Safety Participants from the…

Supplied Hundreds of security guards in the Northern Cape demand the government to employ them permanently. This comes after about 700 security guards were not paid their monthly salaries in April.  Some guards employed by Defensor…

By Palesa Mofoti ‘I never want to see a child suffer, because that hurts me deeply seeing a child in that state’ words from Xolo Nicholas Ndayi affectionately known as Rre Ndayi, founder of Kitso Ke Bophelo a non-profit organization in…

Karabo Ntanzi It was an auspicious occasion for Masiza Primary School staff members, parents, and some members of the School Management Team as they bid farewell to two beloved teachers, Kedisaletse affectionately known as Sale Moheta…

The Victoria West SAPS with the assistance of a community member arrested three adult male suspects with sheep carcasses. On Friday, 17 May 2024 at about 17:00 a motorist gave the three suspects a lift to Victoria West. The driver…

As the country is observing Child Protection Week, the Upington Regional Court convicted and sentenced a 22 year old man to 5 years imprisonment wholly suspended for 5 years on a charge of Statutory Rape on 7 May 2024. On Friday, 28 July…

The Northern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola and her management applauded the Galeshewe Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences Unit for securing the life sentence handed down by the Galeshewe…

The meticulous investigation by Constable Joseph Van Wyk of Upington Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences was applauded for securing a hefty sentence handed down to 30 year old uncle for Rape. The 13 year old victim…

Phenyo Kolwane(36) was recently found guilty in the Mothibistad Regional Court and sentenced to 10 years imprisonment for raping a nineteen year old girl in Kuruman.  On 27 October 2018 at about 13:00 the victim and the accused were…

The Provincial Commisioner for the Northern Cape, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola accompanied by the Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Policing, Major General Luntu Ngubelanga, Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Corporate Services,  Major…

The illicit mining multi-disciplinary Operation Vala Umgodi team operationalised intelligence driven information and pounced on identified suspected drug premises on Monday, 13 May 2024 in Hartswater. During the execution of the…

It is with immense sadness that I convey the message that Justice Yvonne Mokgoro passed away on 9 May 2024. Justice Mokgoro was the first woman to serve on the Constitutional Court of South Africa and did so with distinction for 15 years…

Supplied A 44-year-old stepfather has been sentenced to life imprisonment by the Galeshewe Regional Court after he was convicted on one count of rape as well as one count of attempted rape of his stepdaughter. In 2017, when the victim…

Thato Mgoma Premier of the Northern Cape, Dr Zamani Saul opened the new home for the Northern Cape Economic Development, Trade and Investment Promotion Agency (NCEDA) on 2 May 2024. The new premises are situated in Villiers Street,…

Supplied Sol Plaatje University is pleased to announce that Professor Paul Green will take up the position of Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and Learning, effective 1 August 2024. Professor Debra Meyer, the current Deputy…

Thato Mgoma The Minister of Employment and Labour, Thulas Nxesi, launched a Labour Activation Programme at Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre last Friday.  Stake holders within the Labour department, government officials and community…

MEDIA STATEMENT  It is with deep sadness that the Sol Plaatje Local Municipality (“SPLM”) announces the passing on of a colleague from the electrical department, Enrico Jose Convivious who succumbed to injuries stemming from severe burn…

Thato Mgoma The pledge signing ceremony for the 2024 general election was held at Flamingo Casino in Kimberley on 18 April 2024 under the watchful eye of The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC). Thirty-four (34) representatives…

KARABO NTANZI Treatment Action Campaign(TAC) calls on Department of health to launch investigations with regard to an alleged Antiretrovirals(ARV's) Syndicate. This comes after two 54-year-old accused, a female employed at a funeral…

Karabo Ntanzi In its endeavor to promote women in sports, Momentum Brand took the initiative to sponsor the Women Proteas Cricket team, a relationship that spanned over a decade. Roma Nna spoke to Mammelo Masote, Public Relations…

KARABO NTANZI "Women in the country will continue experiencing violence as long as the justice system fails them." These are the chilling words of a Warrenton woman who has become another statistic of gender-based violence.…

Supplied In the realm of global research and development, Africa has often been overlooked, with limited resources directed towards its diverse landscapes and communities. However, the tide is turning, propelled by…

By Palesa Mofoti The department of Agriculture, Environmental Affairs, Rural Development & Land reform welcomed the third cohort of 77 agriculture graduates into employment on 12 April 2024.  The event was held at TBG in Kimberley.…

KARABO NTANZI The Northern Cape Department of Basic Education has called on the new School Governing Bodies (SGB) to prioritize learner support. The Department indicated the need for governing bodies that will be part of the solution.…

By Palesa Mofoti The first handover of the Youth, Women, and Persons with Disability Fund (YWD) was held on 16 April 2024 in Kimberley. The YWD Fund is the initiative of the Northern Cape Ministry for Youth, Women, Persons with…

Thato Mgoma Aggrey Klaaste Library, a state-of-the-art library was opened in Greenpoint next to Greenpoint Primary School on Friday. Greenpoint is one of the oldest townships in Kimberley. The historical moment was witnessed by…

Palesa Mofoti The Christian Revival Church (CRC) opened its new building doors on 10 April 2024, along the Cape Town Road. The dedication featured an array of prestigious guests, including the Premier of the Northern Cape Dr Zamani…

Supplied The Congress of South African Trade Union (COSATU) in the Northern Cape says it will use its Shop Steward Council of clusters and Workers Day rally to consolidate its campaign for the ANC victory in the upcoming general…

Karabo Ntanzi Residents in several informal settlements in the Sol Plaatje Municipality have pleaded with the provincial government to accelerate the provision of housing. The plea comes from families in Roodepan who were displaced after…

Karabo Ntanzi The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) says its hopeful to do well in the upcoming elections on 29 May. The party launched its Northern Cape election manifesto in Platfontein where they visited some families living…

By Karabo Ntanzi The Provincial Commissioner of the Northern Cape, Lt Gen Koliswa Otola accompanied by Acting Deputy Provincial Commissioner for Crime Detection, Maj Gen Jacques Raymond, Acting Deputy Provincial Commissioner…

Karabo Ntanzi A battle involving the Sol Plaatje Municipality and Kimberley Local Taxi Association is looming over the usage of the Bultfontein Road. The reason for the scuffle comes after taxi operators affiliated with the association…

KARABO NTANZI The Northern Cape Education Department has confirmed placing its a Chief Director, who is facing criminal charges at the Kimberley Magistrate Court, on a precautionary suspension. His suspension comes after members of…

Palesa Mofoti The Roodepan Business Forum says the Department of Small Business Development's donation to local SMEs will go a long way in addressing joblessness in the area. The department led by Deputy Minister of Small Business…

Karabo Ntanzi Two South African Taekwondo Federation (SATF) athletes say they are thinking beyond the All Africa Games in Accra, Ghana. Donica Nazlin Tafel and Jayden Felicity Kaars, both from Kimberly, say their ultimate dream is to…

Karabo Ntanzi More than 2,000 first-year students from Sol Plaatje University filled Mittah Seperepere Convention Center on 19 February for a formal welcoming ceremony, which is the last step of confirming that indeed they are Gemmies,…

Karabo Ntanzi Our Lady of Fatima Shrine parishioners will not forget Sunday, 11 February, because the church admitted the first 15 Catholic Men's Association Associate Members as full sodality members. One hundred male voices led Mass…

Dwight Sekgoro Sol Plaatje Masters Football League (SPMFL) held its highly anticipated Biannual General Meeting at AR Abass Hall on 11 February 2024. The meeting marked a significant moment for the League, as stakeholders and members…

Karabo Ntanzi The Kimberley Stock Theft and Endangered Species Unit are seeking the assistance of the public in tracing three wanted suspects in connection with an alleged stock theft that took place on Saturday, 20 January 2024 in…

Supplied The South African Police Service advice the public to adherence to the following precautions when socialising. GBVF and contact crimes remain a concern for SAPS, and we request you to adopt some essential safety tips to help…

Supplied The Northern Cape Provincial Commissioner, Lieutenant General Koliswa Otola and her management accompanied by the MEC for Safety and Liaison, embarked on a safer schools campaign in the John Taolo Gaetsewe District on Thursday,…

Correspondence The fraud case against parolee, former ANC chairperson and former Northern Cape MEC for Public Works John Block and two of his accused is postponed to 5th April 2024.  The postponement is for the defense team to finalise…

  Karabo Ntanzi Kimberley's Humanitarian Organisation, Every Drop Counts, vows to assist Palestinians. The Non-Profit organization recently sold vetkoek and mince to help Palestinians with necessities, including food. A mural was…

By Palesa Mofoti The funeral service for Okgethile John ‘Bull' Mojaki took place on Saturday, 27 January, at St James Methodist Church in Botsang Street, Galeshewe.  Mourners were elated to celebrate a life well lived. A…