As Potch enjoys a festive Easter weekend, local realities continue to make headlines, from persistent sewage issues and community action meetings to celebrations in cricket, rugby milestones, and inspiring stories of youth, faith, and innovation. In this edition, we reflect on the deeper meaning of

In this inspiring Stroom Stories episode, Pieter sits down with Rethabile Dube, founder of JulukaWorx, a local tech initiative making waves in Potchefstroom and beyond. What began as a dream is now an innovative web-based platform that helps service-based entrepreneurs and skilled workers find oppor

Toe Potchefstroom onlangs aangekondig is as een van die finaliste in Kwêla se gewilde “Dorp van die Jaar”-kompetisie, het dit vinnig blykbaar geword dat ons dorp nie net mooi bome en geskiedenis het nie, maar ook menings met mening. Soos ’n byenês oopgemaak, het inwoners se reaksies oor sosiale medi

Numerous residents across Potchefstroom have reported ongoing sewage overflows in residential streets, yards, and public spaces. These reports span several suburbs and have prompted growing concern over the condition of the city's wastewater infrastructure. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Sewage S

Potchefstroom – April 6, 2025 An urgent evacuation order has been issued for communities along the Vaal River following a dramatic surge in water levels at the Vaal Dam, which has forced the Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) to open five sluice gates in quick succession. The situation has

A peaceful protest march against gender-based violence (GBV) is currently underway in Potchefstroom today, 2 April 2025. The march was organized in response to a disturbing incident involving the alleged rape of a 7-year-old girl at her school premises. Members of the community have gathered sin

South Africa stands at a crossroads, yet the path to recovery is clear if we are honest about the nature of our crisis. It is neither ideological nor political debates that are tearing at the fabric of our nation; instead, it is the daily failure of governance—at municipal and institutional levels—t

Potchefstroom has a surprisingly spooky underbelly. Over the years, locals have whispered about ghostly figures in old buildings, eerie legends passed down through generations, and unexplained happenings after dark. From an infamous jailhouse spectre to a schoolboy spirit and a “cursed” restaurant c

In this episode of Stroomstories, Pieter sat down with Dean, the founder of Dean’s Décor, a beloved furniture and décor business in Potchefstroom. What unfolded was a powerful story about faith, creativity, and the courage to step into a new chapter of life. Image: The Go-To Guy From Pastor to C

Human Rights Day 2025 🌍✊ "Today, we honor the sacrifices made for freedom and equality, remembering that human rights are not a privilege but a fundamental necessity for all." News Talk World Plumber’s Day in Potch: A Celebration for the Whole Community Potchefstroom came alive on March 14, 2

It’s not just about the chocolate (although we love that too 🍫). Here’s a quick guide to what each Easter weekend day means, with a sprinkle of fun and faith: Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Good Friday – The Serious One Today we remember the ultimate sacrifice, the day Jesus was crucified. It’

A sky filled with precision, passion, and polystyrene – welcome to the world of remote-controlled aviation in Potchefstroom. In this episode of Stroom Stories, host Pieter, takes viewers into the thrilling world of RC (remote control) aviation with Ayrton Siena, a passionate member of the Midwest M

Potchefstroom het dit gedoen! Op Sondag 13 April 2025 is aangekondig dat ons geliefde dorp amptelik deurgedring het na die eerste fase van die Kwêla Dorp van die Jaar kompetisie, en nou is dit tyd vir aksie! Die volgende stap is in jóú hande: stem, stem, stem! Ons inwoners, hul families, vriende, o

In Episode 19 of SportStroom, The Go-To Guy introduces viewers to Marizel Meintjes, a passionate young athlete whose journey into racewalking began in an unexpected way. It all started in Grade 5 when Marizel spotted a woman and her son power-walking near a military base. That moment sparked a lifel

Dwars Street & Eleazer Street Intersection Please note that the intersection of Dwars Street and Eleazer Street has been closed by authorities due to the threat of a developing sinkhole. Image: Potchefstroom First Responders 🚧 Avoid the area and use alternative routes. What is a Sinkhole? A s

Inwoners van die Immergroen en Harmonie aftree-oord in Potchefstroom het onlangs broodnodige hulp ontvang nadat dit bekend geword het dat talle van die fasiliteite in dié komplekse vervalle is en verskeie basiese noodsaaklikhede ontbreek. Image: The Go-To Guy Immergroen en Harmonie, wat funksione

Welcome to this week's edition of Weekly News Talk, your comprehensive roundup of notable happenings, inspiring community stories, exciting upcoming events, and intriguing local legends from Potchefstroom. From dramatic weather incidents to groundbreaking healthcare developments, and from spirited s

Alle SASSA-toelaag ontvangers in Potchefstroom en omliggende gebiede moet dringend oorskakel na die nuwe Postbank Swartkaart, aangesien SASSA Goudkaarte vanaf 20 Maart 2025 nie meer werk nie. As jy nog nie jou nuwe kaart gekry het nie, kan jy dit nog tussen 26–28 Maart 2025 by die Potchefstroom Posk

On a stormy afternoon in Potchefstroom, nature reminded us just how powerful it can be. A bolt of lightning struck a tree in Cachet Park on Monday 24 March 2025, right in the heart of the Bult, causing it to fall onto a parked vehicle in a parking lot. Miraculously, no one was inside the vehicle at

The Go-To Guy presents another insightful episode of Stroom Stories, featuring Karien Pretorius, who shares more about WilleTuin Private Academy, a preschool dedicated to small class sizes and personalized learning experiences. Image: The Go-To Guy A Unique Preschool Experience WilleTuin Privat

Na byna twee dekades sonder instandhouding, is die brandblusapparaat by die Harmonie en Immergroen ouetehuise in Potchefstroom onlangs volledig gediens en hervul. Die laaste diens van hierdie toerusting was in 2003. Image: Harmonie en Immergroen Die diens is moontlik gemaak danksy 'n gemeenskapsin

Origins and Early Years NAMPO Oesdag (Harvest Day) began in 1967 as a humble gathering of maize farmers in South Africa’s Free State. The very first event – then called the SAMPI Harvest Day – was held on 7–8 June 1967 on a farm near Bloemfontein, drawing about 200 farmers . It was a two-day “mealie

Welkom by die tweede uitgawe van Potch Weeklikse Pols! Hierdie week bring ernstige uitdagings vir Potchefstroom: van sinkgate en waterpypbarsings tot rioolvloei en ’n groot ontruimingsbevel langs die Vaalrivier. Ons dek ook reën wat sport stilgemaak het, ’n jong krieketster se toerplanne, inspirasie

The Vaal Dam is one of South Africa’s largest and most crucial water reservoirs, serving the densely populated Gauteng region (including Johannesburg and Pretoria) and downstream industries. Built on the Vaal River (a major tributary of the Orange River) about 77 km south of Johannesburg, the dam ha

Welcome to Potch Weekly Pulse – your go-to update on everything real, relevant, and local in Potchefstroom. From council decisions to community heroes, from protests to rugby triumphs, we bring you the stories that matter . Every week, we’ll highlight the voices, victories, and ventures that shape

In die digitale ouderdom waar bestellings met ’n paar klikke gemaak word en aflewerings binne minute arriveer, het iets besonders gebeur in Potchefstroom – iets wat wys dat gemeenskapsgees nog lewendig en gesond is. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations ’n Onskuldige fout het vanoggend plaasgevind toe ’n

In a significant advancement for cancer care in Potchefstroom and its surrounding communities, the Klerksdorp/Tshepong Hospital Complex recently inaugurated South Africa's first integrated brachytherapy treatment facility. The state-of-the-art brachytherapy unit, established at a cost of R15 million

SASSA grant recipients in Potchefstroom and surrounding areas urgently need to switch to the new Postbank Black Card, as the SASSA Gold Cards stopped working from 20 March 2025. If you haven't yet picked up your new card, you can do so between 26–28 March 2025 at the Potchefstroom Post Office. Don’t

Margaret Fuller’s timeless quote, “Today a reader, tomorrow a leader,” reminds us that leadership begins with learning. Featured in NWU’s Inspirational Quotes from News and Events, this powerful message from the Potchefstroom campus of North-West University highlights how reading unlocks potential—n

This past weekend, Potchefstroom witnessed an event unlike any other as UFC Middleweight Champion Dricus Du Plessis made a special appearance at the NWU Potchefstroom SCC Fundraiser. With a jam-packed lineup of activities, including live music, an exclusive memorabilia auction, and a chance to hear