From national breakthroughs to local triumphs, this week’s Weekly Pulse  captures the full rhythm of South African life, a blend of resilience, innovation, and humanity that connects every corner of the country. On the national front, milestones in sport, public safety, and leadership defined the headlines, while in Potchefstroom, Ikageng, Klerksdorp, and Carletonville, communities stood tall through unity and service. From young entrepreneurs receiving their first business

The Youth Courage ACS Foundation continues its mission of crafting visions and shaping dreams  by inviting school learners to participate in its Dance, Music, and Arts Program. Designed to nurture creativity and confidence, this initiative encourages young people to learn, create, and perform in a supportive environment. 🎨 Unlock Your Creativity Participants will have the chance to explore different forms of artistic expression, from painting and music to movement and perfor

Entrepreneurs, Policymakers, and Financial Leaders Unite for Inclusive Economic Growth Matlosana Hosts a Landmark Business Gathering The City of Matlosana  proudly welcomed delegates to the Absa MSME, Township Economy and Development Conference 2025 , which commenced on Thursday, 16 October 2025 , at the Protea Hotel in Klerksdorp .This year’s summit brings together a powerful mix of entrepreneurs, business leaders, financial institutions, and government officials , creating

The JB Marks Local Municipality  has announced a scheduled water supply shutdown  on Monday, 20 October 2025 , affecting Potch Industria , Ikageng Proper , and surrounding areas. The temporary interruption is part of a planned project to replace dysfunctional valves  at the Ikageng Water Pump Station , aimed at improving long-term water reliability and pressure. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations In addition to the municipal maintenance, Ward 15 representatives  have confirmed a

👗✨👗✨👗✨👗✨👗✨👗✨ Met matriekafskeidseisoen in volle swang, het die tydskrif SARIE weer hul gewilde kompetisie, Matriekafskeidrok van die Jaar, van stapel gestuur. Die kompetisie gee jong dames van regoor Suid-Afrika die kans om hul unieke styl, selfvertroue en kreatiwiteit te deel. Image: https://matriekrok.sarie.com/ SARIE nooi matrikulante uit om hul matriekafskeidrokke in te stuur, of dit nou elegant, kleurvol, modern of klassiek is. Elke rok weerspieël die draer se pers

Die Potchefstroomse Mannekoor het iets besonders in hul kerskous hierdie jaar: Kersfees-Vreugde – Lig en Hoop, ’n musikale byeenkoms wat belowe om die feesseisoen met egte plaaslike talent en gesellige atmosfeer te vier. Die optrede vind plaas op Sondag, 16 November 2025, om 15:30 by die Miederpark NG Kerk. Gaskunstenaars met flair Onder leiding van Hilde Roos bring die mannekoor saam met ’n klomp gaskunstenaars ’n program vol variasie. Marguerite van Wyk, die sopraan vir die

Every year on 17 October , South Africa pauses to recognise and celebrate the brave men and women who stand at the front lines of medical emergencies, the Emergency Medical Services (EMS)  personnel. Known as National Emergency Medical Services Day , this special occasion is dedicated to honoring the paramedics, ambulance drivers, dispatchers, rescue technicians, and all those who respond first when disaster strikes. These heroes, often unseen yet always ready, form the heart

🎭 🌟🎭 🌟🎭 🌟🎭 🌟🎭 🌟 Het jy ’n passie vir drama, die verhoog en kreatiewe uitdrukking? Dan is hierdie jou kans om deel te word van iets besonders! Die Gimmie-toneelgroep open nou sy deure vir nuwe lede, en nooi almal met entoesiasme vir die kunste om saam te kom skep, speel en groei. Image: Potchefstroom Gimnasium Of jy graag op die verhoog wil wees, agter die skerms wil help met dekor en kostuums, of dalk tegniese vaardighede het met klank en beligting, hier is plek vi

🏏 🔥💥🏏 🔥💥🏏 🔥💥🏏 🔥💥 Die atmosfeer was elektries toe die Girls Switch Schools SA20-finaal tussen Saint Christian School en Potchefstroom Gimnasium afgespeel is, ’n wedstryd wat krag, tegniek en ware sportgees ten toon gestel het. Image: North West Dragons Cricket Onder die vaandel van North West Dragons Cricket, in samewerking met die Departement van Kuns, Kultuur, Sport en Ontspanning sowel as die Departement van Onderwys, het hierdie toernooi die potensiaal van meis