The Go-To Guy – Week 41 Diary
- Charlene Bekker
- 3 days ago
- 4 min read
From MMA inspiration and school holiday fun to business brilliance and community creativity, Week 41 reminded us again why Potchefstroom and Ikageng are bursting with stories worth telling. Let’s dive into the highlights of another jam-packed week with The Go-To Guy team on the move.
SportStroom 9 October – The Fighter with a Potch Heart On this week’s SportStroom, Drikus Viljoen sat down with none other than Micky Cloete, Potchefstroom’s very own international MMA fighter. Competing across the Middle East and Africa region as a flyweight, Micky’s journey is one of grit, passion, and purpose.
He shared his story with authenticity from the physical demands of training to the emotional resilience needed to face each fight head-on. His humility and drive show that big dreams can come from small towns. Whether in the octagon or at home in Potch, Micky represents strength and pride in equal measure.
Don’t miss this episode , it’s a knockout blend of heart and hustle.
Ikageng 10 October – Craft Meets Creativity The sound of laughter and the sparkle of creativity filled Promosa Primary School during the Mmabana Projects Jewellery Workshop. Local artists and learners came together to transform raw materials into beautiful, wearable art pieces.
A huge shoutout goes to the Promosa Community Art Centre and Kanana CAC for creating opportunities where young hands can learn the value of craftsmanship. It wasn’t just a workshop , it was a celebration of culture, skill, and community empowerment. Our Eyes in the Field
This week, our “Eyes in the Field” team truly lived up to its name, crisscrossing Potch to capture the businesses, people, and stories shaping our town.
6 October – Flo-Tek Palm Square: Tools, Pipes, and Smiles
We kicked off at Flo-Tek Palm Square, where Crazywerrie joined us for a fun visit. From pipes and tanks to fittings and plastic products, Flo-Tek really does have it all under one roof. It’s no wonder locals walk in with purpose and leave with smiles , this store continues to deliver quality and variety in every aisle.
📍 1 Maree Street, Palm Square, Potchefstroom
6 October – Green Health Potchefstroom: The Power of Glutathione
Later, we caught up again with Prof. Lardus Erasmus at Green Health Potchefstroom, this time exploring the incredible benefits of Glutathione , the body’s “master antioxidant.”
From detoxification to immune support, Prof. Lardus explained why this small molecule plays such a big role in health and recovery.
📞 018 297 1019 |
7 October – BuddyCool’s Spring Sale
If you thought the temperature was heating up, BuddyCool brought the chill! We popped in at their annual Spring Warehouse Sale, where scratch-and-dent cooler boxes were going for up to 60% off. Perfect for upcoming braais, beach days, or road trips , the deals were just too good to resist.
🕒 Mon–Thu: 8:00–16:30 | Fri: 8:00–12:00
📞 018 293 1827
8 October – Aardklop Magic Begins!
Aardklop week kicked off in full swing, and as always, it was a sensory celebration of local art, talent, and innovation. Here’s who we met on our rounds through the vibrant festival stalls:
The Vat Verniet Tafel
This beloved community initiative made its mark at Aardklop, sharing their mission of giving freely to those in need from clothing to essential items. Visitors were inspired by their message of kindness in action. (Their next big event takes place 25 October at Mooirivier Beskerming.)
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Luxury, scent, and self-care met artistry at this stall from handmade body lotion candles to diffusers and perfumes, everything was crafted with elegance and care.
Hummusphere
The aroma of Mediterranean flavours drew crowds all day. Every dish at Hummusphere was a masterpiece of fresh ingredients and secret recipes , the perfect mix of health and heart.
House of Nuts
If happiness had a crunch, this would be it! Their caramelised nuts were pure joy, sweet, crispy, and impossible to put down.
Take No Time (TNT UP)
We ended our Aardklop tour with this incredible team who combine craftsmanship and creativity to perfection. They transform old speaker frames into custom leather chairs, create unique handmade décor pieces, and even consult on design projects.
📞 083 411 6024 | 074 082 1312
📸 Instagram: @TAKENO_TIME
9 October – C&J Maintenance: Built on Trust
We visited C&J Maintenance, where reliability meets craftsmanship. From construction and painting to roofing, plumbing, and steelwork, their motto is simple , “do it right, the first time.”
These are the kinds of local businesses that keep Potch running , dependable, skilled, and always ready to help you finish your next project strong.
📞 Christoff: 065 253 1995 | Jandré: 084 700 5775
11 October – MBT Petroleum Opens on the N12!
Rounding off the week with a bang, MBT Petroleum celebrated the grand opening of their brand-new filling station on the N12 between Potch and Stilfontein.
Owner Willem took us through the impressive setup:
🚚 A full Truck Stop for long-haul drivers
☕ The Buzz Café, open 24 hours
🚿 Clean, modern restrooms
🛣️ And a commitment to safe, efficient service
MBT isn’t just a pit stop , it’s a destination built for convenience and comfort on the open road.
SkoolKompas 6 October - Agapé se Big Top Vakansie Pret To close off the week, Drikus Viljoen joined Berdine Henning and Ds. Willie Henning from Agapé Gemeente to talk about this year’s Big Top Holiday Fun Week , themed “Bybel Helde” (Bible Heroes).
Running from 6–10 October, the program offered songs, games, Bible lessons, baking, movies, and so much more , all for just R80 per day. It was an incredible opportunity for kids to have fun while learning about faith and friendship.
📍 Agapé Gemeente, Potchefstroom🕖 07:00–17:00 daily Looking Back at Week 41
From Potch to Promosa, from Aardklop’s artistry to Agapé’s energy, and from MMA fighters to maintenance pros , Week 41 was another example of how this community never slows down.
Every visit, every story, every handshake tells us the same thing: Potchefstroom and its people are full of passion, purpose, and potential.
Until next week - keep your eyes open, your hearts full, and your braai tongs ready!
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