Vier junior gholfspelers van Potchefstroom Gimnasium (Gimmies) het die afgelope naweek aan die Magaliespark Junior Ope-toernooi deelgeneem en verskeie top-posisies in die onderskeie ouderdomsafdelings behaal. Foto: Potchefstroom Gimnasium Die toernooi het aan die streek se voorste jong spelers die geleentheid gebied om hul staal te wys, en die Gimmie-verteenwoordigers het sterk vertonings oor die 18 putjies op die telkaart aangeteken. Ouderdomsgroep-Uitslae: Onder 15-Afdeling Die junior afdeling is gekenmerk deur strawwe kompetisie, met drie Gimmie-spelers wat onder die voorste posisies geëindig het: Benjamin Kriek: Het die afdeling gewen en die 1ste plek behaal met ’n bruto telling van 78 (Gross 78). Hanru van der Merwe: Het in die 4de plek geëindig met ’n bruto telling van 83 (Gross 83). SJ Janse van Rensburg: Het die 1ste Netto-prys opgeraap met ’n bruto telling van 83 (Gross 83). Onder 17-Afdeling In die ouer en meer ervare ouderdomsgroep het Gimmies eweneens op die podium geëindig: Gert Strydom: Het die 3de plek algeheel behaal met ’n bruto telling van 79 (Gross 79). Toewyding Werp Vrugte Af Die skoolbestuur het hul gelukwense aan die spelers oorgedra en herhaaldelik gewys op die harde werk en toewyding wat hierdie gholfspelers op die oefenbane insit om gereed te wees vir provinsiale en streekstoernooie van hierdie aard. Met hierdie uitslae in die sak, bou die Potchefstroom Gimnasium-gholfspan voort op ’n suksesvolle grondslag vir die res van die 2026-skoleliga. Toernooi-opsomming: Skool: Potchefstroom Gimnasium Toernooi: Magaliespark Junior Ope Sport: Gholf Uitslae gelys: Benjamin Kriek (1ste, o/15), Hanru van der Merwe (4de, o/15), SJ J v Rensburg (Netto-wenner, o/15), Gert Strydom (3de, o/17). #PotchGimnasium #GimmieSport #GimmieGholf #MagaliesparkJuniorOpe #SkoleGholf #JuniorGholf #GholfUitslae2026 #PotchSport

Potchefstroom house heads, clear your schedules! A massive night of deep house music is heading your way. If you live for soul-stirring basslines, smooth transitions, and an electric atmosphere, this is one event you cannot afford to miss. Here is everything you need to know about the upcoming Addictive Deep Session. The Event Details Mark your calendars and assemble your crew. The deep house community is coming together for a night of pure musical bliss. Date: June 07 Venue: The View Palace (Ikageng, Potchefstroom) Cover Charge: FREE ENTRY Policy: Empty cooler boxes are allowed inside the venue. The Star-Studded Lineup The event features a stellar selection of local talent ready to keep you on your feet all night long. The headlining and supporting acts include: Da Journey Glen Kosha Dr Lepara Advert Smith Sam With a lineup like this, expect nothing less than the finest selections of deep house, lounge, and underground beats. Important Notice: In alignment with responsible hosting, attendees are reminded to drink responsibly. This event is strictly not for persons under the age of 18. Whether you are a casual listener or a die-hard deep house fanatic, The View Palace is the place to be on June 7th. Grab your empty cooler box, bring your best energy, and prepare for an unforgettable sonic journey!

If you’ve been looking for the perfect way to shake off the workweek grime and dive headfirst into the weekend, look no further. The nightlife scene in Ikageng is about to hit a whole new level of energy this Friday. Manifesto Lounge is rolling out the red carpet for another unforgettable edition of Festo Fridays. Offering an unmatched blend of premium atmospheric vibes, pulsing basslines, and a star-studded lineup, this is the only place you'll want to be on June 5th. The Headliners: Jussgigi & Kaymoworld Manifesto Lounge isn't holding back for this edition, locking in two major heavyweights to anchor the night. Jussgigi: Bringing her undeniable presence and infectious energy, she’s set to command the crowd and keep the dance floor moving. Kaymoworld: Renowned for delivering stellar sets and seamless transitions, he is ready to curate a sonic journey you won't want to end. Together, these two headliners guarantee a night packed with high-octane performances and peak weekend energy. A Powerhouse Supporting Lineup The party doesn't start and stop with the headliners. Festo Fridays has assembled a heavy-hitting roster of local favorites and deck masters to ensure the music stays flawless from doors-open to close. The supporting lineup features: Thapzilla Luv Leo Glen Kosha Given Simply KG Whether you are a fan of deep house rhythms, hard-hitting amapiano logs, or smooth hip-hop beats, this diverse curation of artists ensures that every musical palate is catered to. Event Details & Venue Ready to lock in your plans? Gather your crew, plan your outfits, and head over to one of the region's premier nightlife destinations. Event Feature Details Event Name Festo Fridays Date June 5 Venue Address 4557 Moleme St, Ikageng Instagram Updates @manifestoloungeza Note: Space is bound to fill up fast for a lineup this stacked. Be sure to arrive early to secure your spot and follow their official Instagram page for real-time updates regarding table bookings and entry requirements. Don't let FOMO ruin your weekend—make sure you're a part of the story this Friday at Manifesto Lounge!

The official squad for the Leopards U/18 LSEN (Learners with Special Educational Needs) rugby team has been finalized, with Boeta Johnson from Die Wilge High School in Potchefstroom appointed as the team captain. Image: Freddie Horn The squad is scheduled to participate in the national U/18 LSEN Craven Week Rugby Tournament, which will take place in East London, Eastern Cape, from 25 to 30 June 2026. Tournament Participation Costs To facilitate the team's participation in the upcoming tournament, the management has indicated a financial requirement of R5,000 per learner. These funds are allocated to cover basic travel, accommodation, meals, kit, and administrative expenses associated with the week-long event. According to the team's management structure, a significant portion of the selected players come from under-resourced backgrounds, meaning community sponsorship and external donations are required to ensure full squad attendance. Contribution Pathways Members of the public or corporate entities wishing to assist with the tournament costs can utilize the following channels: Image: Boeta Johnson Online Crowdfunding: Direct contributions can be made via the verified online platform: Luiperds LSEN Team BackaBuddy Campaign Direct Bank Transfer: Payments can be made directly into the official regional sports account using the following details: Account Name: Noordwes Spesiale Skole Rugby Bank: ABSA Account Number: 4072275526 Account Type: Current Branch Code: 632005 Reference: Player Name + Surname Official Administration and Verification The fundraising drive carries the official institutional endorsement of Die Wilge High School and the North West Education Department. For formal inquiries, corporate sponsorship agreements, or financial verification, parties may contact the provincial chairperson: Leopards LSEN Chairperson: Mr. LP Geyer Contact Number: 084 701 0271 Tournament Information Summary: Participant: Boeta Johnson (Captain) School: Die Wilge High School, Potchefstroom Event: National U/18 LSEN Craven Week 2026 Location: East London, Eastern Cape Duration: 25 – 30 June 2026 Funding Target: R5,000 per individual learner #LeopardsRugby #LSENCravenWeek #DieWilgeHighSchool #PotchefstroomSport #BackaBuddy #SchoolRugby #NorthWestCricket #CravenWeek2026 #LSEN #YouthSportFunding

Die rugbyvelde van die streek gons van absolute opwinding ná die amptelike bekendmaking van die gesogte Leopards LSEN 2026-span. Hoërskool Die Wilge in Potchefstroom het weereens sy status as ’n absolute kragsentrale vir rugby-ontwikkeling deeglik bewys deur ’n groot groep elite-spelers na die provinsiale groep deur te stoot. Hierdie nasionale platform is waar die land se top-talent hulself teen die beste provinsiale spanne meet, en Die Wilge se manne is slaggereed om die groen en rooi kleure met absolute trots te dra. Fotos verskaf deur Boeta Johnson (Kaptein) Bittersoet Nuus: Beserings Eis Hul Tol Aanvanklik het ’n indrukwekkende groep van nege spelers van Die Wilge die amptelike provinsiale lys gehaal. Die rugbyskrif kan egter soms ongenaakbaar wees. In ’n hartseer wending vir die skool en die span, het ’n paar van ons kranige spelers ernstige beserings opgedoen wat hulle noodgedwonge uit die toernooi dwing. Dit is ’n reuse-teleurstelling vir hierdie seuns wat net so hard soos die res geswoeg het om hul droom te bereik. Die hele Die Wilge-gemeenskap dink spesifiek aan julle, treur saam met julle oor die verlore geleentheid, en wens julle ’n spoedige en algehele herstel toe. Julle bly in gees deel van hierdie span! Die Wilge se Provinsiale Verteenwoordigers Ten spyte van die beserings-teëspoed, sal die oorblywende Wilge-manne die droom vir al hul skoolbroers lewendig hou op die veld. 🏉 Pule Mothabe 🏉 Zandre Frylinck 🏉 Gerrie Viljoen 🏉 Michael Cloete 🏉 Luyanda Mtshatsheni 🏉 Boeta Johnson (Kaptein) 🏉 Louis Pretorius 🏉 Kgothatso Mokasule (Besering) 🏉 Tshegofatso Ratlhoho Gelei deur Elite-Breinkrag Om op hierdie vlak te presteer, word daar op uiterste dissipline en taktiese leiding staatgemaak. Die span sal onder die uitstekende afrigting en mentorskap van M. Malherbe en M. Schoeman staan, wat die manne deur die nasionale toernooi-fase sal lei. Deur so ’n sterk Wilge-kern in die provinsiale span te hê, gaan die unieke Wilge-gees en veggees regstreeks na die hart van die Leopards-span oorgedra word. ’n Skool Staan Bankvas Agter Sy Manne Die insluiting van hierdie spelers is ’n massiewe veer in die hoed vir Hoërskool Die Wilge se sportdepartement, die afrigters, onderwysers en trotse ouers wat deurlopend die strawwe oefensessies ondersteun. Die hele Potchefstroom-gemeenskap staan trots agter julle almal, sowel die manne op die veld as die manne wat van die kantlyn af herste, soos wat julle die Leopards-vlag hoog hou! Leopards LSEN Skool-opsomming: Skool: Hoërskool Die Wilge – Potchefstroom Span: Amptelike Leopards LSEN 2026 Squad Hoof-afrigters: M. Malherbe & M. Schoeman Kernfokus: Provinsiale verteenwoordiging, uithouvermoë te midde van teëspoed, en nasionale blootstelling #DieWilgeRugby #LeopardsLSEN2026 #WilgeTrots #PotchSport #ProvinsialeKleure #LuiperdVaste #RugbyUitnemendheid #GeesEnKarakter #SterkteMetDieHerstel

Die rugbystewels is blink gepoets, die skrums is stewig gesak en die "Samie"-gemeenskap bars behoorlik uit hul nate van absolute trots. Die skool se rugbyafdeling het ’n skitterende skoorsertifikaat behaal deur amptelik aan te kondig dat maar liefst vier van hul top-rugbyspanne deurgedring het na die Noordwes Rugby-finale! Foto: Laerskool Saamtrek Om een span in ’n provinsiale finaal te kry is klaar ’n massiewe prestasie, maar om vier spanne, van die heel jongste juniorgrade tot by die vlagskip Eerste Span, op hierdie elite-verhoog te hê, getuig van ’n diep kultuur van rugby-uitnemendheid en unieke afrigtingsbriljantheid. Die Goue Spanne in die Kollig: Die pad na die provinsiale finale is lank en besaai met strawwe kompetisie, maar hierdie vier spanne het week na week gewys uit watter staal hulle gemaak is: 🏉 Die o/9B-Span: Die klein masjiene het gewys dat die skool se diepte reeds van die heel jongste ouderdomsgroepe af begin. 🏉 Die o/9A-Span: Met kookwater-hardlooprugby en onwrikbare verdediging het hulle hul plek op die groot verhoog oortuigend bespreek. 🏉 Die o/10A-Span: Hierdie span het wedstryd na wedstryd met absolute taktiese dissipline en plofbare krag gespeel om die finale snit te maak. 🏆 Die Eerste Span: Die vlagskip-manne van die skool het die druk van die hoofwedstryde met absolute volwassenheid hanteer. Hul passie en leierskap op die veld het gesorg dat hulle die uiteindelike provinsiale kroon volgende week kan jag. "Harde Werk, Deursettingsvermoë en Ware Spangees" Hierdie massiewe prestasie is nie oornag gebou nie; dit is die resultaat van maande se strawwe fiksheidsessies, vroeë oggende op die oefenvelde en die opofferings van spelers, afrigters en ouers. Die Aftelling na die Groot Finale Begin Die geesdrif in die skoolgange en op die dorp is tasbaar terwyl die voorbereidings vir volgende week se kragmetings reeds in volle gang is. Die opponente kan maar regmaak, want die Samie-blougolf gaan in hul duisende opdaag om hul manne langs die kantlyn te ondersteun. Baie geluk aan al die spelers en afrigters wat hul harte op die veld gelaat het om hierdie mylpaal te bereik. Gaan uit volgende week, hou julle koppe koel, tackle met mening, en bring daardie Noordwes-titels huistoe! Noordwes-Finale Opsomming: Skoolgroepe: "Samies" Sport: Skolerugby Geleentheid: Noordwes Rugby-finale 2026 Spanne in die Finale: o/9B, o/9A, o/10A en die 1ste Span 🎯 Motto: Speel met hart, speel met gees! #SamieRugby #SamieTrots #NoordwesFinale2026 #SkoleRugby #GoueGenerasie #SamiesStaanSaam #KragRugby #GeesEnKarakter #BringDitHuistoe

Die drafskoene is stewig vasgeveter, die longe is reg vir die strawwe afstande, en die geesdrif is. Die kranige landloopatlete van Laerskool Goudkop het hul visiere stewig ingestel op Wolmaransstad, waar hulle die naweek sake gaan uitspook tydens die hoogs mededingende Landloop Liga 2-byeenkoms. Foto: Laerskool Goudkop Ná weke se intense voorbereiding, vroeë oggendoefeninge en strawwe pad- en veldsessies, is hierdie jong Goudkoppies slaggereed om hul fiksheid en deursettingsvermoë teen die provinsie se beste skole te toets. Die Kuns van Landloop: Dissipline en Geesteskrag Landloop is een van die mees veeleisende skolesporte, aangesien dit nie net fisiese fiksheid van ’n atleet vereis nie, maar ook intense geestelike krag. Anders as gewone atletiek op ’n gelyk baan, bied die Wolmaransstad-roete unieke uitdagings soos ongelyke terreine, stowwerige draaie, moontlike opdraandes en wisselende weersomstandighede. Elke Goudkop-atleet sal op hul eie pas en voorbereiding moet staatmaak om die afstand te dwing, terwyl hulle terselfdertyd strategies moet hardloop om kosbare punte vir die skool in te samel. Bou aan 'n Goue Seisoen Liga 2 is ’n kritieke boublok in die landloopkalender. Dit bied aan die hardlopers die perfekte geleentheid om hul tye te verbeter, wedstrydfiksheid op te bou en belangrike posisies op die ranglys te verseker met die oog op die provinsiale en nasionale kampioenskappe wat later vanjaar plaasvind. Baie geluk en sterkte aan elke Goudkop-atleet wat die skool se kleure die naweek gaan verteenwoordig. Rol daardie skouers terug, vind julle ritme op die baan, en wys vir die streek uit watter staal die Goudkoppies gemaak is! Byeenkoms-opsomming: Skool: Laerskool Goudkop (Klerksdorp) Sport: Landloop (Cross Country) Geleentheid: Amptelike Liga 2-Byeenkoms (2026) Gashere/Venue: Wolmaransstad Kernwaardes: Geestestaal, uithouvermoë, fiksheid en skooltrots #GoudkopLandloop #GoudkopTrots #LandloopLiga2 #Wolmaransstad2026 #Uithouvermoë #GoudkoppiesInAksie #SkoleSport #GoudkopGuts #FiksheidEnPassie

As jy al ooit gevoel het die lewe raak 'n bietjie te veel, het twee van Suid-Afrika se gunsteling-stemme goeie nuus vir jou. Anna Davel en Ilse Klink span kragte saam vir hul vertoning, "In harmonie", wat deel is van die Momentum Aardklop-program. Hierdie is nie sommer net nog 'n musiekblyspel nie. Dit is 'n produksie wat reeds by die KKNK 'n Kanna-benoeming vir Beste Kontemporêre Musiekproduksie losgeslaan het. Nou bring hulle daardie selfde magic na die verhoog by Girls High in Potchefstroom. Beeld: Webblad: Momentum Aardklop Van Bette Midler tot Anneli van Rooyen Die vertoning is basies 'n heerlike mengsel van stories en musiek wat jou gaan laat lag, dalk 'n traan laat wegpink, en definitief sal laat saamsing. Anna en Ilse vat jou op 'n reis deur allerhande emosies, en die playlist is propvol bekende treffers. Gehore kan uitsien na 'n lekker groot verskeidenheid musiek. Daar is plaaslike gunstelinge soos "As jou hart reg klop", "Ek wil jou ken" en "Rooiborsduif". Maar moenie dink dis net Afrikaanse kletsryke nie. Hulle gooi ook internasionale klasieks by, soos Peggy Lee se "I’m a W.O.M.A.N.", ouwêreldse swing van Ella Fitzgerald, en selfs daardie groot ballade "Glory of Love" uit die fliek Beaches. Daar is selfs 'n bietjie Joni Mitchell op die spyskaart. Die span agter die skerms Anna en Ilse sing en vertel nie net nie; hulle word op die verhoog vergesel deur JJ Petersen op die klavier. Anna hanteer self die regie, terwyl Jody Jason Petersen die musiekregie agter die skerms regskud. Die hele produksie is lekker kompak en duur so 55 minute, wat beteken dis perfek vir die hele gesin. Kaartjies en datums Daar is twee spekvette kanse om die vertoning te sien: Dinsdag, 29 September om 19:30 Woensdag, 30 September om 20:00 Die vertoning vind plaas by Girls High, geleë te Beyers Naudelaan 135 in Potchefstroom. Wat die finansies betref, help dit om vroegtydig te beplan. As jy gelukkig genoeg is om onder die "Hartsvriende" te tel, kos 'n kaartjie R180. Aanlynkaartjies is beskikbaar teen R200, en as jy op die nippertjie besluit om by die deur te koop, gaan dit jou R220 uit die sak jaag. As jy jou plek wil bespreek, kan jy jou kaartjies aanlyn kry by Seatme:

As jy al ooit gevoel het die nuus is net ’n bietjie te veel vir jou, is jy nie alleen nie. Selfs die driejariges kry nou swaar. Dit is presies waaroor die absurde tragikomedie Crybaby gaan, wat vanjaar by die Momentum Aardklop Nasionale Kunstefees op die planke is. Die storie volg klein Samuel. Hy is ’n doodgewone kind by ’n gewone dagsorg wat een oggend die nuus opgetel het. In ’n oogwink verander hy van ’n gelukkige kleuter in ’n doodmoeg volwassene. Skielik druk die probleme van ’n geldgierige wêreld op sy skouers. Dit is ’n snaakse maar diep kykie na hoe vinnig die lewe ons onskuld steel, en ’n herinnering dat grootword beslis nie kinderspeletjies is nie. Die span agter die skerms Die bekende Frank Opperman is deel van die goeie rolverdeling. Saam met hom op die verhoog is Nicole Holm, René Cloete, Gantane Kusch en Wian Taljaard. Carla Smith het die teks geskryf en hanteer die regie, terwyl Wolf Britz sorg vir die stel en beligting. Die produksie is oorspronklik deur die KKNK vervaardig en word moontlik gemaak deur NATi en die Festival Enterprise Catalyst (FEC) in samewerking met The Jobs Fund. Speelvlakke en kaartjies Die vertoning is 75 minute lank en is in die Elgro Hotelsaal in Wolmaransstraat. Dit is belangrik om te weet daar is ’n ouderdomsbeperking van geen onder 13-jariges nie weens die taal en temas. Daar is vyf verskillende geleenthede om die stuk te kyk: Dinsdag 29 September om 12:00 Woensdag 30 September om 18:00 Donderdag 1 Oktober om 10:00 Vrydag 2 Oktober om 19:00 Saterdag 3 Oktober om 10:00 As jy vroeg aanlyn koop, kos dit R230. Kaartjies by die deur is R250, en daar is ’n "Hartsvriende" opsie vir R210. Jy kan jou plek bespreek:

Die bekende Charl du Plessis Trio is terug op die verhoog, en hierdie keer is dit vir ’n massiewe mylpaal. Charl, Werner en Peter maak al vir twee dekades lank saam musiek, en hulle bring ’n splinternuwe show na Potchefstroom toe. Die produksie se naam is Take a Sad Song and Make It Better, so dit beloof om almal in ’n goeie bui te los. Beeld: Webblad:Momentum Aardklop Van Bach tot by die Beatles As jy al voorheen na hulle geluister het, weet jy hierdie manne doen dinge bietjie anders. Hulle meng klassieke musiek met jazz, so jy kan regmaak vir alles van barok tot blues en boogie-woogie. Ná die groot sukses van hul vorige projek, Bach & Beatles, het die trio besluit om van hul beste musikale hoogtepunte van die afgelope 20 jaar bymekaar te gooi vir hierdie vertoning. Charl du Plessis is agter die klavier, Werner Spies tokkel die kontrabas en Peter Auret hou die ritme op die tromme. Die musiekregie is deur Charl self behartig, terwyl die teks behartig is deur Breyten en Daphnée Breytenbach. Die show is perfek vir die hele gesin, duur omtrent 70 minute en die praatwerk is in ’n mengsel van Afrikaans en Engels. Wanneer en waar om te wees Die manne gaan twee vertonings by die NWU Konservatorium hou. Die fisiese adres vir die GPS is Thaboweg 62 (Thabo Mbeki Way) in Potchefstroom. Hier is die tye vir die dagboek: Woensdag, 30 September om 09:30 die oggend Donderdag, 1 Oktober om 16:30 die middag Kaartjies Kaartjies is reeds beskikbaar en die pryse hang af van hoe vinnig jy spring. As jy aanlyn koop via Seatme, kos dit R200 per persoon. Vir die gereelde Aardklop-ondersteuners wat op die Hartsvriende-opsie is, kos dit R180. As jy dinge tot op die laaste minuut los, gaan jy R220 by die deur moet opdok. Vir die aanlyn kaartjies:

Die krag van die gesproke woord het behoorlik koning gekraai tydens die hoogs mededingende Semi-finale rondte van die nasionale ATKV-Redenaarskompetisie. Dit is ’n platform waar die land se heel beste jong sprekers kragte meet, en ons plaaslike slimkoppe het die verhoog met absolute selfvertroue, vlymskerp beredenering en pure passie oorheers. Foto: Fochville Laerskool Die skoolgemeenskap bars van absolute trots ná die amptelike uitslae bekendgemaak is, wat getuig van die uiterste hoë standaard wat deur hierdie dinamiese span sprekers gestel is. Tlotlang Gryp Silwer en Haar Kaartjie na die Finale! In ’n vertoning wat beoordelaars en gehore gelyk laat regop sit het, het Tlotlang Mokhahle ’n absolute droom-prestasie gelewer. Met ’n briljant-nagevorsde toespraak en onberispelike voordragtegniek het sy die 2de plek in haar afdeling opgeraap. Hierdie skitterende silwermedalje beteken dat Tlotlang amptelik deurgedring het na die gesogte ATKV Nasionale Finale rondte wat op 5 Augustus 2026 sal plaasvind. Om as een van die top-redenaars in die hele land gekeur te word, is ’n uitsonderlike mylpaal. Top-Tien Vertonings Vir Die Res Van Die Span Die res van die span het gewys dat hulle oor dieselfde elite-staal beskik deur die nasionale top-tien behoorlik vol te staan: 🏅 Chardonay van Eeden was in ’n klas van haar eie en het die uitmuntende 4de plek in haar afdeling ingeneem — net-net buite die amptelike podium, maar ’n reuse-prestasie op hierdie vlak. 🏅 Madison Nieuwenhuyzen het deurentyd goeie akkuraatheid en verhoogpersoonlikheid getoon om ’n trotse 7de plek algeheel te beklink. 🤝 Corrie Kirsten het ook die skool se naam met groot eer gedra en ’n indrukwekkende vertoning gelewer wat bygedra het tot die span se algehele sukses. Karaktervorming en Welsprekendheid Die ATKV-Redenaarskompetisie is deurslaggewend in die ontwikkeling van jong leiers. Dit vereis maande se intense voorbereiding, die vermoë om komplekse sosiale of aktuele temas logies te ontleed, en die nodige senuwees om ’n gehoor te oortuig. Die hele gemeenskap hou Tlotlang se pad na die Nasionale Finale op 5 Augustus met groot verwagting dop. Baie geluk aan al vier hierdie uitmuntende redenaars, julle het gewys dat julle stemme gereed is om die toekoms te vorm! Redenaars Spog-Uitslae: Kompetisie: Amptelike ATKV-Redenaars Semi-finale (2026) Nasionale Finalis: Tlotlang Mokhahle — 2de Plek 🥈 (Dring deur na die Finale) Top-Presteerders: Chardonay van Eeden (4de), Madison Nieuwenhuyzen (7de), Corrie Kirsten (Puik Deelname) Groot Finale Datum: Woensdag, 5 Augustus 2026 #ATKVRedenaars2026 #JongLeiers #Welsprekendheid #NasionaleFinale #TrotsEnPassie #StemmeVanDieToekoms #RedenaarsKampioene #KommunikasieUitnemendheid

Potchefstroom is rapidly moving toward a greener and more sustainable future by actively embracing circular economy principles. With traditional municipal landfills facing severe capacity pressures and the rollout of South Africa's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, separating waste at the source has never been more important. Whether you are a student, local resident, or business owner, knowing exactly where to drop off your recyclable paper, cardboard, plastic, glass, and metal cans is the first step in keeping our city clean. Here is your ultimate, comprehensive quick-reference directory and strategic assessment of the physical recycling depots, buy-back centres, and community drop-off stations across Potchefstroom: To evaluate the municipal recycling landscape, the overall recycling efficiency rate can be modeled using the following material diversion equation: Industrial-Scale Processing and Material Recovery Operations The core of Potchefstroom's physical recycling infrastructure consists of privately operated buy-back and material recovery facilities located in the industrial sectors of the city. These centres purchase recyclables from informal waste collectors and accept public drop-offs, establishing a direct financial incentive for waste diversion. Deswalner Recycling Material Recovery Facility (MRF) Deswalner Recycling is a primary material recovery and processing partner in the region, working in close coordination with national paper and packaging manufacturers such as Mpact and Neopak. Located at 31 Ross Street in Potch Industrial, the facility is managed by Werner van der Merwe and operates from Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00. In December 2024, a major fire broke out at the plant, but rapid containment by the J.B. Marks Local Municipality firefighting teams prevented damage from spreading to adjacent industrial properties, allowing the facility to maintain its vital sorting and processing operations. The facility accepts five specific categories of plastics within its material recovery stream, which are sorted to prevent processing contamination : Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET-1): Includes soft drink, water, and sports drink bottles, as well as prepared food trays. High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE-2): Comprises milk jugs, juice bottles, shampoo bottles, and household cleaner or detergent containers. Low-Density Polyethylene (LDPE-4): Accepted in the form of dry cleaning, bread, and frozen food bags, alongside squeezable bottles and clean plastic wrap. Polypropylene (PP-5): Focuses on ketchup and syrup bottles, yoghurt tubs, bottle caps, plastic chairs, and medicine bottles. Other (Other-7): Contains larger items such as 20-litre water jugs, irrigation pipes, garden hoses, water boots, and industrial hard hats. Bale bags containing these plastic materials are emptied onto a conveyor belt and sorted. Once sorted, the plastics are pressed into compact bales, ground into fine pieces, washed to remove organic residues, melted down, extruded into spaghetti-like strings, and chopped into clean plastic pellets. This mechanical conversion process supplies local manufacturers with high-quality recycled plastic feedstock, reducing the demand for virgin plastic production. The cardboard and paper stream is processed with equal rigour, accepting corrugated boxes, cereal packaging, greeting cards, newspapers, magazines, catalogs, envelopes, and shredded office paper. Liquid packaging board, specifically Tetra Pak cartons used for milk and juice, is also recovered. To prevent mechanical blockages during processing, paperback books and telephone directories are only accepted if their spiral bindings have been completely removed. Baled paper is transported to Neopak's paper mills, where it is slushed to pulp, refined, and passed through multiple physical cleaning stages to extract staples, string, and grit. The pulp is then de-inked using a specialized soap-and-water washing process. Once clean, the pulp is spread onto a moving wire screen, pressed between heavy rollers to achieve uniform thickness, dried over heated cylinders, and wound into massive rolls. These rolls are then converted into new corrugated boxes, packaging cartons, and paper cores, thereby achieving a closed-loop system. Glass bottles and jars collected from Deswalner's network are emptied onto conveyor belts using forklifts to eliminate manual sorting risks. The glass is fed into a mechanical crusher to be reduced to cullet, which is re-bagged and transported to partner mills for melting and manufacturing. Pick-Up Waste Buy-Back Station Pick-Up Waste Management, established in 2003, operates a prominent buy-back and recycling transfer station that caters to both commercial and residential sectors. Located at 20 Forsman Road in the Industrial Sites, the facility operates from Monday to Thursday, 07:00 to 17:00, and Fridays, 07:00 to 14:30. Customers can contact representatives Baboo at 082 800 2223 or Brent at 082 800 5559 with service questions. The facility purchases paper, plastic, glass, and metal containers for cash, providing an essential income-generating opportunity for informal reclaimers who collect scrap from municipal waste streams and sell it to these buy-back facilities. Its list of redeemable items includes aluminium cans, bi-metal cans, tin cans, beverage and food bottles, plastic bottles, and sorted paper products. Additionally, the station accepts electronic waste free of charge, including televisions, laptops, monitors, cathode ray tubes, printers, and small appliances. To prevent commercial dumping and ensure the facility can process domestic drop-offs effectively, public electronic waste disposal is strictly limited to one or two items of the same type per visit. Specialized Recovery Networks for Metals, Glass, and Plastics Certain materials require specialized handling or offer higher market values, which has led to the establishment of dedicated metal and glass recovery facilities in the city. Mico Scrap Metals For high-volume metal recycling, residents and businesses utilize Mico Scrap Metals, which focuses on industrial and domestic metal reclamation. Located at 29 Forssman Street in Potchindustria, the facility can be contacted via Chanell at 082 314 4778, Liezl via email at liezl@micoscrap.co.za, or the office line at 082 884 8690. Mico Scrap Metals purchases all ferrous and non-ferrous metals, including iron, copper, steel, and aluminium, as well as lead-acid batteries. The facility also provides heavy logistics support, offering 2-cubic-metre and 6-cubic-metre skip rentals and crane truck services for transport. This specialized metal reclamation is distinct from automotive salvage yards like Sparesboyz or N1 Vaal Spares , which focus on dismantling accident-damaged vehicles for spare parts, using only the unrecoverable vehicle shell as generic scrap metal. Ons Glass BK and Glass Bank Protocols Glass recycling in Potchefstroom is supported by Ons Glass BK, located in the central business district at 26 James Moroka Street. The facility operates from Monday to Friday, 08:00 to 17:00, and focuses on sorting and collecting glass packaging to support the returnable bottle system. In South Africa, the returnable system is highly efficient, significantly reducing carbon emissions compared to manufacturing new glass. Under the national framework of The Glass Recycling Company (TGRC), which acts as the registered Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) under a national EPR fee of R86.64 per ton , collectors are encouraged to separate plastic and metal caps from bottles before disposal. While glass may be crushed into cullet, it must not be ground too finely, each piece must be larger than a South African R5 coin to allow for proper sorting at the furnace. Non-packaging glass, such as window panes, mirrors, light bulbs, and laboratory glassware, is strictly prohibited due to chemical differences that disrupt the melting process. Potch Plastic For plastics, residents can also utilize Potch Plastic, a dedicated local processor located at 11 Industria Street, Potchindustria. This facility coordinates with local waste management streams to process post-consumer and industrial plastics into reusable secondary materials. Institutional Innovation and Campus Green Initiatives To accommodate residents who do not use commercial buy-back depots, local operators and community organizations have established a network of public drop-off bins, university infrastructure, and community hubs. North-West University Campus Infrastructure At North-West University (NWU), the Safety, Health and Environment (SHE) Department addressed two main inefficiencies by installing the first Reverse Vending Machine (RVM) at the Student Centre (SS) in March 2026. First, the department noted that informal waste collection was leading to value leakage through unauthorized recycling, where individuals scavenged university-generated recyclables for personal gain and processed them through external third parties, bypassing the campus's own recycling facilities. Second, standard campus recycling bins suffered from high material contamination, making whole batches unrecyclable. The RVM, introduced in partnership with Imagined Earth, solves these issues by using integrated cameras and AI technology to verify, sort, and compact only clean plastic bottles and aluminium cans. This shifts the responsibility directly to students and staff, who receive monetary rebates and retail vouchers via the Imagined Earth app, creating an incentive-driven recycling culture. The environmental impact of these programs, overseen by Safety, Health & Environment Director Leslie Barends, Chief Director: Facilities Ntokozo Kunene, and specialist coordinator Percy Sehaole, is significant ; the campus has successfully diverted over 315 tonnes of waste from landfills, raising the university's recycling rate to nearly 40%. The university is also expanding its environmental policies by phasing out polystyrene products in campus dining facilities and conducting waste management pilot projects at student residences. Residential Curbside Logistics and Structured Service Models For residential estates and commercial entities seeking systematic waste separation, Potchefstroom has two primary curbside collection services. These services remove the need for residents to transport materials to industrial areas. Deswalner "Separation at Source" Service Deswalner's Separation at Source (S@S) program is a structured domestic collection service designed as both an environmental and social development program. Participating households use clear or colored plastic bags for dry recyclables, leaving black bags for general municipal waste. The monthly service fee of R100 is collected via Netcash debit order, and 100% of these fees are donated directly to the For the One Resource Centre. This organization provides free critical medical and counseling services for women in crisis, including pregnancy testing, ultrasounds, and support groups. This creates a direct link between household recycling efforts and local social welfare, converting an environmental service into a stable funding source for community support. The collection logistics are systematically scheduled by suburb to optimize fuel efficiency and ensure consistent service delivery : Tuesdays (from 08:00): Van der Hoffpark, Grimbeekpark, and Bailie Park, alongside major residential estates including Lekwena Wildlife Estate, Tuscany Ridge, and De Land Estate. Thursdays (from 08:00): Oewersig, Heilige Akker, Kanonnierspark, and Mooivalleipark, as well as Heuwelsig, Plaaswerf, Fynbos, Hillside, Saddlebrook, and Waterberry Estate, where a weekly clear-bag collection program is maintained. Pick-Up Waste Subscription Service Pick-Up Waste offers a high-volume container service. For a once-off registration fee of R199 and a monthly subscription of R85, residents receive a 240-litre blue wheelie bin. Recyclables are mixed in clear, 100% recycled bin liners within the blue bin for twice-monthly collections. Cardboard boxes must be flattened, tied with string, and placed next to the bin to prevent jamming the collection trucks. Decentralized Community Drop-Off Points and EcoBrick Stations For residents who prefer a drop-off model rather than curbside collection, a robust network of decentralized public recycling stations and EcoBrick drop-offs is distributed across Potchefstroom's residential suburbs. These stations accept sorted dry household recyclables (paper, plastic, glass, and metal cans) and are serviced weekly. Van der Hoffpark Drop-off: Located at the Pick 'n Pay Centre. Grimbeekpark Drop-off: Located in the public park directly across from 32 Lupine Street. Die Bult Drop-off: Located at the NG Church Potchefstroom–Die Bult, 39 President Street. Baillie Park Drop-off: Located at the corner of Parys Avenue and Zeederberg Street. Miederpark Drop-off: Located at 392 Walter Sisulu Street. Mooivalleipark Drop-off: Located at Every Nation Faith City (Praise Park), 1 Tarentaal Street. Additionally, specialized eco-partnership sites are active at Duet Church (5 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Van der Hoff Park), Shofar Church (9 Gerrit Dekker Street), and the Hebron Upliftment Project in Rietfontein (located approximately 14 km outside of Potchefstroom on the R54 road towards Vereeniging). These partnership sites accept household e-waste and dry recyclables, extending the geographical reach of the city's recycling network. Comparative Analysis and Municipal Waste Boundaries To recycle effectively in Potchefstroom, it is critical to distinguish private recycling systems from municipal waste services. The J.B. Marks Local Municipality's Jeppe Street Green Waste Transfer Station serves as an instructive boundary point. Operating from 08:00 to 18:00 (Monday to Saturday) and 09:00 to 13:00 (Sundays and holidays), it implements strict bylaws to prevent general dumping. By restricting access to vehicles under 1,000 kg and only accepting residentially generated garden waste, the municipality forces residents to utilize private recycling entities for packaging materials like glass, plastic, cans, and cardboard. The following table provides a comprehensive directory of the facilities operating in the region: Facility Name Physical Location Primary Contacts Operational Hours Accepted Materials Excluded Materials Deswalner Recycling Centre 31 Ross Street, Potch Industrial 083 713 9378 / 018 297 5401 Mon-Fri: 08:00–17:00 Plastics (PET-1, HDPE-2, LDPE-4, PP-5, Other-7), glass packaging, paper, cardboard, Tetra Pak, tins/cans. Foil wrappers, polystyrene, film plastic, food wrappers, chip bags, padded mailers, stickers, ceramics, CD/DVD cases, PVC. Pick-Up Waste Buy-Back 20 Forsman Road, Industrial Sites 082 800 2223 / 082 800 5559 Mon-Thu: 07:00–17:00, Fri: 07:00–14:30 Aluminium cans, glass bottles, plastic bottles, tins, newspapers, cardboard, mixed paper, and E-waste. Wet organic waste, hazardous chemical waste, general household trash. Mico Scrap Metals 29 Forssman Street, Potchindustria 082 314 4778 / 082 884 8690 Mon-Fri: 08:00–17:00 Ferrous and non-ferrous metals (copper, iron, steel, aluminium) and lead-acid batteries. Non-metal domestic packaging, general household trash, paper/cardboard. Ons Glass BK 26 James Moroka Street Contact directly on-site Mon-Fri: 08:00–17:00 Packaging glass (clear and coloured beverage bottles, food jars). Window panes, mirrors, light bulbs, laboratory glassware. NWU Reverse Vending Machine Student Centre, NWU Potchefstroom Campus percy.sehaole@nwu.ac.za 24/7 (Campus access restricted to students/staff) Clean plastic bottles, aluminium beverage cans, and Tetra Pak carton containers. Contaminated/dirty containers, glass, general paper/cardboard, general waste. Potch Plastic 11 Industria Street, Potchindustria Contact directly on-site Contact directly for hours Post-consumer and industrial plastics of various grades. Glass, metals, paper, organic/household waste. Jeppe Street Green Waste Station Jeppe Street, Potch Industria J.B. Marks Refuse: 018 299 5435 Mon-Sat: 08:00–18:00, Sun: 09:00–13:00 Clean garden refuse (branches/stumps under 1m length & 10cm diameter). Household refuse, animal carcasses, scrap iron, stones, building rubble, industrial waste, vehicles over 1,000 kg. Strategic Summary for Residents and Businesses To achieve optimal waste diversion, residents and businesses must match their recyclables with the correct facility: For Instant Cash Rebates: Deliver clean aluminium cans, glass bottles, PET plastic, and cardboard directly to the commercial buy-back depots at 20 Forsman Road or 29 Forssman Street in the industrial area. For Socio-Environmental Curbside Service: Subscribe to Deswalner's "Separation at Source" program to support the For the One Resource Centre , or Pick-Up Waste's blue wheelie bin service for high-volume residential separation. For Suburb-Based Drop-Off: Utilize the community bins located at local churches, shopping centres, and public parks. For Clean Campus Recycling: Students and staff on the NWU campus should use the Imagined Earth RVM at the Student Centre to earn instant digital vouchers. The Macro Ecological and Municipal Context in Potchefstroom The management of municipal solid waste in Potchefstroom, located within the J.B. Marks Local Municipality, has transitioned from a traditional linear disposal model to a structured, decentralized circular economy. This shift is primarily driven by severe capacity constraints at municipal disposal sites, such as the Felophepa Landfill Site in Potchefstroom, which has faced critical space limitations. To mitigate these pressures, the municipality initiated structural expansions, including the development of Cell 4 at Felophepa under Tender 29/2021, partnering with civil contractors such as the ALS Group. However, physical expansion is only a temporary solution to a systemic crisis. The municipality's broader waste management struggles are compounded by ageing infrastructure, sewage spillages, and environmental pollution affecting vital local water resources, such as the Mooi River and Skoon Spruit. To address these challenges, the provincial government, through the North West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT), introduced the Thuntsha Lerole Accelerated Service Delivery Programme to the J.B. Marks Local Municipality. This initiative aims to stimulate local township economies while specifically supporting women recyclers and green entrepreneurs, establishing waste diversion as both an ecological necessity and an economic lifeline. On a national level, these local efforts are mandated by the Section 18 Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations under the National Environmental Management: Waste Act (Act No. 59 of 2008). Under this legal framework, packaging producers, brand owners, and retailers are held financially and operationally responsible for the end-of-life management of the products they place on the South African market. In Potchefstroom, these regulations are supported by a coordinated network of private buy-back centres, localized Material Recovery Facilities (MRFs), community drop-off stations, and university-led technological innovations. These entities absorb the processing burden that municipal services cannot support, converting domestic and industrial waste into raw feedstock for national recycling networks. Final Thought By making a conscious effort to clean, sort, and deliver your recyclables to these specialized locations, you are directly supporting the regional economy and empowering local environmental entrepreneurs. From earning instant cash for your metal and glass at local buy-back stations to donating your service impact to community social welfare initiatives, every single recycled item drives positive change. Let's work together to nurture a zero-waste culture and secure a cleaner, healthier environment for the entire Potchefstroom communit. #RecyclePotch #GreenPotchefstroom #CircularEconomy #ZeroWaste ♻️🌍📦🌱

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Welcome back to another packed edition of The Go-To Guy Weekly Diary! We’ve just wrapped up Week 22 of 2026, and the energy in our community is absolutely off the charts. Over the last seven days, our team has been darting across town to cover everything from emotional trips down memory lane to major industrial networking events and highly anticipated restaurant openings. Image(Created) : The Go-To Guy Whether you are looking to dig into some history, expand your commercial network, uncover a new favorite dinner spot, or even take the first brave step toward launching your own business, this past week delivered on all fronts. Grab a hot cup of coffee, settle in, and let’s take a comprehensive walk through everything our team uncovered out in the field. Our Eyes in the Field: Potchefstroom From hallowed school hallways and smoky new kitchens to the tech-driven spaces of local innovation centers, the Potch beat was incredibly diverse this week. May 25: Walking in the Footsteps of Generations at Laerskool M.L. Fick We began our week with a deeply nostalgic visit to a true local cultural anchor: the Memorial Museum of Laerskool M.L. Fick. This space is so much more than a collection of old photographs and glass display cases; it is a living treasure trove overflowing with rich traditions, proud historical narratives, and the physical footprints of countless generations of "Fickies" who have passed through those school gates. Walking through the exhibits, we were reminded that understanding our history isn't just about looking backward,it's about laying a solid foundation to inspire, guide, and shape the community leaders of tomorrow. If you’ve never taken a moment to explore the deep roots of our local schools, we highly recommend stepping through this piece of Potch history! May 25: The Wait is Over – Smoke Potchefstroom is Officially Open! Later that same Monday, the air in the CBD turned rich with the unmistakable, mouth-watering aroma of burning hardwood. The wait is officially over, Potch! Smoke Potchefstroom has opened its doors at Shop 1, 3 Retief Street, and The Go-To Guy media team was among the first on the scene to take a walkthrough and inspect the new space. If you are someone who truly appreciates deep, authentic flavors, this is guaranteed to become your new culinary home. Their concept is simple but flawlessly executed: Real Smoke. Real Flavour. Real Local. On the Menu: They are serving up incredibly succulent, slow-cooked smokehouse dishes, premium grills, and a massive selection of artisanal pizzas. The wood fires are officially roaring, and the vibe inside is cozy and inviting,making it the ultimate new destination for your next family dinner or a weekend night out with close friends. Head over to Retief Street and experience it for yourself! Image(Created) : The Go-To Guy May 27: Networking and Scaling Up at the Business Expo 2026 Wednesday was completely dedicated to economic growth and local corporate networking. The doors swung open early at the North West Innovation HUB for the highly anticipated Business Expo 2026, and the atmosphere inside was electric from the get-go. This annual gathering has become the definitive launchpad for local commerce, offering a premium space for entrepreneurs, corporate players, and everyday residents to expand their networks, discover fresh B2B opportunities, and exchange innovative ideas. By afternoon, the expo was in full swing. Our team dropped a live event video to capture the buzzing energy on the floor. For those who attended, it was a masterclass in local collaboration, complete with interactive stalls, professional advice, and some massive giveaway prizes that kept the excitement levels high. It’s clear that the entrepreneurial spirit of Potch is alive, healthy, and moving fast into the future. May 27: Warm Fires and Cold Drinks at Net Hier Family Pub & Grill After a busy day of business networking on Wednesday, we headed over to the industrial area to wind down at a spot that has mastered the art of laid-back hospitality: Net Hier Family Pub & Grill. Located at 15 Durr Street in Potch Industria, this venue has quietly become the definitive answer for anyone asking where to find great food, ice-cold refreshments, and a welcoming, family-first environment under one roof. The team here has dialed in the perfect formula for an unforgettable evening: The Essentials: Refreshing, ice-cold drinks to shake off the workday. The Atmosphere: Great background tunes that set a relaxed, friendly mood. The Grub: Savory burgers, flame-grilled meats, and a diverse menu packed with options that satisfy both adults and the little ones. The braai fires are lit every single night, and the staff is waiting with open arms. Gather the friends, round up the family, and head over to Net Hier for a proper local evening. May 28: Sparking Financial Freedom with the Knit Together Startup Set On Thursday, we took a look at an incredible, highly practical initiative aimed at tackling unemployment and fostering economic independence right here in our town. Knit Together is making waves by creating accessible paths for aspiring entrepreneurs to launch their very own small micro-businesses. Starting a business from scratch can feel daunting, especially when capital is tight. To bridge that gap, Knit Together has engineered a brilliant, low-cost R1,000 Startup Set that includes literally everything a person needs to start trading fashion immediately. Inside the Box: You receive two massive 10KG bags of high-quality, pre-loved clothing that are retail-ready. The Setup Hardware: A sturdy steel frame to neatly hang and showcase your inventory. The Details: A dedicated bundle of clothing hangers to get your mobile or home shop functional from day one. This is a game-changing opportunity for anyone looking to generate an independent income stream with quality, sustainable, pre-loved fashion. If you’re ready to take control of your financial journey, get in touch with the Knit Together team today! May 28: Pure Inspiration with the Potchefstroom Girl Guides Later on Thursday, our media team sat down for a deeply moving, highly inspiring conversation with the phenomenal young ladies of the Potchefstroom Girl Guides. This organization has long been a cornerstone of youth development, but hearing these young leaders talk about their current community projects and hands-on social initiatives put things into perspective. From organizing local upliftment drives to mentoring younger peers, these ladies are actively doing the hard work required to build the leaders of tomorrow. Keep an eye out on our digital platforms for the full video feature,it is guaranteed to give you a massive dose of pure community inspiration! May 29: The Ultimate Bult Pit Stop – Engen Convenience Centre We wrapped up our Potchefstroom field coverage on Friday by pointing our cameras at a familiar local baken that hides a massive amount of convenience behind its fuel pumps: the Engen Bult Convenience Centre. Most people drive past a filling station and think of it purely as a place to top up their petrol tank, but the team on the Bult has built an absolute all-in-one lifestyle destination. It is the definitive spot to multitask and save time when your schedule is hectic: The Flavor: Home to Smashed / Duke Express, where you can score some of the best, juiciest burgers, quick hot meals, and premium takeaways the moment hunger strikes. The Maintenance: A top-tier, efficient on-site carwash facility that cleans your vehicle while you wait for your food order. Next time you find yourself driving through the Bult, don’t just cruise past,pull in, skip the long queues elsewhere, and experience the ultimate convenience stop for yourself! Image(Facebook) : The Go-To Guy Ikageng Our Eyes in the Field: Ikageng May 28: Honoring the Roots at the Old Ikageng Gate Entrance Over in Ikageng, our team took a moment to focus on the landmarks that carry the history, soul, and pride of the township. On Thursday, we stood at the iconic Old Ikageng Gate Entrance. There is an old, undeniable truth in journalism: you can’t fully understand where a community is going until you take a respectful moment to look back at exactly where it all began. This historic entrance serves as the literal and figurative heartbeat of the township,a standing monument to the generations of hard workers, culture creators, and local entrepreneurs who built this community from the ground up. Whenever people visit our city looking for the real, authentic, unvarnished Potchefstroom experience, this is exactly the kind of deep historical pulse we hook them up with. Final Thoughts: The Studio and Beyond What an absolute whirlwind of a week! From the rich heritage preserved at Laerskool M.L. Fick to the buzzing commercial floors of the Business Expo and the smoky perfection of the fires at Smoke Potchefstroom, Week 22 proved once again that our community is a beautiful tapestry of old traditions and fresh, forward-thinking innovations. Now that our StroomStories studio doors are wide open with Milla at the helm, we are busy producing some phenomenal, deep-dive interview content that will be dropping over the coming days. We’ll be bringing some of the faces you read about today right behind the microphones to share the raw stories behind their success. Stay safe on the roads, support your local business owners, and let’s make the new week count!

Die ruiters van Potchefstroom Gimnasium (Gimmies) het weereens gewys dat hulle oor die perfekte kombinasie van fyn tegniese vaardigheid, moed en unieke sinchronisasie met hul perde beskik. Tydens die afgelope naweek se gesogte ruitersportbyeenkoms by die bekende Maple Ridge Equestrian-plaas, het die Gimmie-span die kollig gesteel met ’n rits indrukwekkende podiumplekke. Foto: Potchefstroom Gimnasium Karien van Wyk Wys Haar Staal in die 1 m-Afdeling In die hoogs mededingende 1 m-afdeling, waar die horders hoog is en die marges vir foute bitter klein, het Karien van Wyk ’n absolute kookwater-vertoning gelewer. Met ’n rits foutlose spronge en ’n vinnige tyd het sy en haar perd die uitmuntende 2de plek algeheel ingepalm. Om op hierdie vlak te presteer vereis jare se toewyding en ysoue senuwees. Die Janse van Rensburg-Duo Domineer die 70 cm-Afdeling Die 70 cm-afdeling het omtrent in ’n Gimmie-fees ontaard danksy die skitterende vertonings van Bianca en SJ Janse van Rensburg: 🥈 Bianca Janse van Rensburg het ’n pragtige en ritmiese vertoning op die baan gelewer om die welverdiende 2de plek op die amptelike telkaart te vul. 🥈🥉 SJ Janse van Rensburg was die toonbeeld van veelsydigheid en deursettingsvermoë. SJ het die beoordelaars beïndruk deur nie net een nie, maar twee podiumplekke op te raap, ’n skitterende 2de én 3de plek in dieselfde divisie! Die Kuns van Ruitersport Ruitersport is een van die min dissiplines waar die atleet met ’n lewende wese moet saamwerk om sukses te behaal. Dit gaan nie net oor die fisiese krag van die perd nie, maar oor die subtiele leidings, balans en absolute vertroue tussen ruiter en dier. Die strawwe oefeninge en vroeë oggende in die saal het vir hierdie Gimmies op die beste moontlike manier vrugte afgewerp. Die skoolbestuur het hul opregte gelukwense en groot trots teenoor die ruiterpersoneel en atlete uitgespreek: Baie geluk aan Karien, Bianca en SJ met julle spog-prestasies! Gimmies sien met groot verwagting uit na die res van die ruitersportseisoen, hou die teuels stewig vas en hou aan om julle drome na te jaag! Maple Ridge Spog-Uitslae: Skool: Potchefstroom Gimnasium (Gimmies) Venue: Maple Ridge Equestrian-plaas 1 m-Afdeling: Karien van Wyk — 2de Plek 🥈 70 cm-Afdeling: Bianca Janse van Rensburg — 2de Plek 🥈 70 cm-Afdeling: SJ Janse van Rensburg — 2de én 3de Plek 🥈🥉 #gimmietrots #gimmieperdry #gimmiegeleenthede #gimmieguts #GimmieSport #MapleRidge2026 #Skouspring #PerdryKampioene #PotchSport

The netball courts of the province have officially been painted in the proud colors of Technical High School Klerksdorp (HTS). In what will go down as one of the most successful and dominant weekends in the school's sporting history, the HTS netball department sent shockwaves through the region at the prestigious Dr Kenneth Kaunda (KK) Platinum League Semi-Finals and Finals. Image: Technical High School Klerksdorp Fielding teams that played with immaculate tactical precision, raw determination, and an unbreakable team spirit, HTS Klerksdorp walked away with a clean sweep of podium finishes, headlined by their 1st Team lifting the coveted championship trophy. The 1st XV Elite: Undisputed Platinum Champions The flagship 1st Netball Team produced a masterclass in high-pressure sportsmanship throughout the finals. Going toe-to-toe with the fiercest elite schools in the Dr Kenneth Kaunda district, the HTS ladies showed incredible resilience, brilliant defensive intercepts, and clinical accuracy under the post to be officially crowned the Dr Kenneth Kaunda Platinum League Champions! Their historic gold-medal run is the ultimate reward for a season defined by blood, sweat, and tireless conditioning. The Next Generation: Podiums for U/14 and U/15 The phenomenal success of the senior team was perfectly mirrored by the junior ranks, proving that the structural coaching and development pathways at HTS are operating at a world-class level: 🥈 Under-15 Team – League Runners-Up (2nd Place Overall): The U/15 squad fought like warriors through a grueling knockout stage, falling just short in a thrilling final to secure a magnificent silver medal. 🥉 Under-14 Team – 3rd Place Overall: The youngest competitive tier showcased their immense potential, overcoming tournament nerves to dominate their third-place playoff and claim a proud bronze podium finish. With a Platinum League trophy safely locked in the cabinet and three teams finishing on the provincial podium, HTS Klerksdorp has firmly established itself as a premier netball institution. Congratulations to the players who left their hearts on the court and the coaches who engineered this masterclass campaign. The era of HTS Netball dominance has officially arrived! Platinum League Glory At A Glance: Institution: Technical High School Klerksdorp (HTS) Tournament: Dr Kenneth Kaunda Platinum League Finals 1st Team: 1st Place — Undisputed League Champions 🏆 Under-15 Team: 2nd Place — Tournament Runners-Up 🥈 Under-14 Team: 3rd Place — Bronze Medalists 🥉 #HTSPride #HTSNetball #PlatinumLeague #LeagueChampions #NetballSuccess #ProudlyHTS #FutureChampions #GirlsInSport #ChampionsMindset #KlerksdorpSport2026

Die toekoms van Afrikaanse welsprekendheid en openbare redevoering is in stewige, selfversekerde hande by Laer Gedenkskool Danie Theron. Die skool se kultuurafdeling het onlangs hul amptelike Grondslagfase Afrikaanse Redenaarskompetisie aangebied, en die jong leerders het gehore en beoordelaars gelyk laat regop sit met hul ongelooflike verhoogteenwoordigheid. Foto: Laer Gedenkskool Danie Theron Om op so ’n vroeë ouderdom voor ’n vol saal en ’n paneel beoordelaars te staan en ’n toespraak met vrymoedigheid te lewer, vereis uiterste dapperheid en fyn voorbereiding. Die Graad 2- en Graad 3-slimkoppe het egter gewys dat hulle oor hope staal en senuwees van nasionale gehalte beskik. Die Grondslagfase Podiumwenners: Die beoordeling was besonder moeilik weens die hoë standaard van die voordragte, korrekte stemgebruik en oortuigende argumente. Die finale uitslae het as volg daarna uitgesien: Graad 2-Kategorie: 🏆 Eerste Plek: Bokamoso Labane 🥈 Tweede Plek: Useminathi Maqashu 🥉 Derde Plek: Bokang Molefe Graad 3-Kategorie: 🏆 Eerste Plek: Letago Kekae 🥈 Tweede Plek: Karabo Hoshane 🥉 Derde Plek: Thato Chobokoane Boublokke van Selfvertroue en Karakter Redenaars op laerskoolvlak is soveel meer as net ’n kompetisie om trofeë of sertifikate te wen. Dit dien as ’n deurslaggewende platform waar leerders van jongs af toegerus word met kritiese lewensvaardighede. Deur navorsing te doen en hul eie standpunte te verdedig, leer hierdie Grondslagfase-redenaars logiese redenering, brei hulle hul woordeskat uit en bou hulle onwankelbare selfvertroue wat hulle vir die res van hul skoolloopbane sal saamdra. Die skoolbestuur, onderwysers en trotse ouers het hul harte oopgemaak om hierdie jong talente geluk te wens met hul harde werk agter die skerms om hul toesprake perfek te memoriseer en in te oefen. Baie geluk aan Bokamoso, Useminathi, Bokang, Letago, Karabo en Thato! Julle het Laer Gedenkskool Danie Theron se naam met absolute eer en waardigheid gedra. Hou aan om julle stemme dik te maak, julle unieke talente te ontgin en julle drome voluit na te jaag! Kompetisie-oorsig: Skool: Laer Gedenkskool Danie Theron Kategorie: Grondslagfase Afrikaanse Redenaars (2026) Ouderdomsgroepe: Graad 2 en Graad 3 Kernfokus: Kommunikasie, selfvertroue, voordragtegniek en verhoogpersoonlikheid #LaerGedenkskoolDanieTheron #DanieTheronRedenaars #Grondslagfase #AfrikaansRedenaars2026 #JongLeiers #SelfvertroueInAksie #SkoolKultuur #TrotsDanieTheron

This comprehensive talent review introduces our early May cohort By breaking down their profiles into actionable insights rather than just bullet points, we aim to help talent acquisition teams and hiring managers cut through the noise and discover their next star hire quickly and effectively Finding the perfect fit for your team shouldn't feel like searching for a needle in a digital haystack. The modern hiring landscape presents an interesting paradox: while technology makes it easier than ever for job seekers to hit "apply," it has simultaneously made the recruitment process feel incredibly overwhelming for employers. When an organization is faced with a massive database of over 300 professional profiles, what should be an incredible asset can quickly turn into a logistical bottleneck. Standard Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) do a great job of sorting data, but they often strip away the human nuance that makes a candidate truly special, reducing vibrant careers, resilient work ethics, and diverse skills down to robotic keywords and static dates. Truly discovering an ideal teammate involves looking past a simple job title; it means understanding an individual's adaptability, their real-world potential, and the unique drive they bring to the table. Simply click on the Candidtes name to view thier full CV: The Corporate Administration and Support Pipeline Administrative professionals serve as the central point of coordination for operational efficiency, compliance, and internal communication within any organization. The early May data highlights several key professionals ready to add value to corporate support teams. Katleho Kobi: Adaptable Administrative Professional Profile ID: 4b605f9b-6ca7-4ac3-b861-accd606bfb5d Core Competencies: Office administration, precise data entry, front-line customer support. Recent Background: Administrative Assistant Intern. Strategic Value: With 18 months of practical, hands-on experience, Kobi offers companies an efficient onboarding process. Her exposure to corporate environments ensures she can manage day-to-day data pipelines, handle client inquiries, and maintain office systems with minimal oversight. Katlego Mosala: Public Administration and Operational Support Profile ID: 6e0dc317-4677-44d4-9582-d74cfe214d3b Core Competencies: Public administration principles, labour relations, debt recovery, and advanced digital literacy (Microsoft Office Suite, Canva, Outlook). Recent Background: Debt Collector. Strategic Value: Mosala’s academic foundation in public administration and labour relations, combined with practical experience in debt collection, makes him well-suited for roles requiring compliance management, dispute resolution, or structured client communication. His digital design skills also allow him to assist with internal communication materials. Realeboga Gaanakgomo: Multi-Disciplinary Management Assistant Profile ID: dd0a54bf-9482-4824-8610-6388f088b912 Core Competencies: Executive assistance, workplace coaching, operational business management. Recent Background: Administrator. Strategic Value: Gaanakgomo brings a unique blend of formal qualifications, including a Management Assistant qualification, a Coaching Sciences diploma, and a Business Management certification. This makes him highly effective for organizations looking for an administrator who can also support team development, internal training coordination, and workflow optimization. Specialised Professionals: Accounting, Marketing, and Education Technical and specialized sectors require a balance of formal qualification and adaptability. The profiles below show great promise for teams looking to expand their technical capabilities. Tefo Moloi: Financial Accountancy Graduate Profile ID: 57651128-35d2-445c-9efc-bbced7965fab Core Competencies: Financial reporting, ledger reconciliation, corporate compliance. Recent Background: Junior Accountant. Strategic Value: Moloi is a motivated Financial Accountancy graduate who already has practical experience under his belt. He is an excellent fit for accounting firms or internal corporate finance departments looking for a junior professional capable of managing ledger balances, tax preparation tasks, and month-end financial reporting cycles. Lee-Ann Havenga: Creative and Business-Focused Marketer Profile ID: 0bfa0ee1-4f98-44e3-80ff-903ac9eb1250 Core Competencies: Creative design, marketing strategy, tourism and hospitality alignment. Recent Background: Marketing Designer (Part-Time). Strategic Value: As a current BCom Marketing & Tourism student with practical experience as a part-time marketing designer, Havenga balances creative design with commercial strategy. She is well-suited for businesses looking to enhance their digital brand presence, run social media campaigns, or develop marketing materials. Modiehi Nelly Nhlapo: Versatile Multi-Disciplinary Educator Profile ID: f33e3c19-e3ff-4d48-b988-7b7b016205c2 Core Competencies: Lesson planning, classroom management, multi-disciplinary instruction (Business Studies, Economics, Life Orientation, Geography, Social Sciences). Recent Background: Substitute Teacher. Strategic Value: Nhlapo’s broad subject expertise allows her to step comfortably into various educational settings. Her experience as a substitute teacher demonstrates strong adaptability and classroom management skills, making her an ideal asset for academic institutions seeking a reliable, versatile educator. Operational Excellence: Project Management, Safety, and Sales Strong on-site management, client acquisition, and operational compliance are vital components for sustainable business growth. Wynand Dawid Scheepers: Project Management and HSE Assurance Core Competencies: Occupational health and safety, operational risk assessment, field operations. Recent Background: Junior Health and Safety Officer. Strategic Value: As a Project Management graduate with practical experience in health and safety, Scheepers is well-equipped for roles in construction, manufacturing, or logistics. His background ensures projects can maintain strict compliance with regulatory standards while keeping operations on schedule. Elsje Erasmus: Agile Sales Consultant Core Competencies: Client acquisition, agile workflow management, interpersonal communications. Recent Background: Sales Consultant. Strategic Value: Erasmus stands out for her ability to learn quickly and thrive in fast-paced environments. Her passion for client-facing work makes her an excellent fit for business-to-consumer (B2C) or business-to-business (B2B) sales environments looking to boost customer acquisition and retention. Joane Mentz: Adaptive Operations and Marketing Support Profile ID: a4a215a7-73f9-4c22-9b14-82a8b90c9d3d Core Competencies: Dynamic administrative support, marketing coordination, cross-functional collaboration. Recent Background: Marketing / Admin Clerk. Strategic Value: Mentz is highly motivated by fast-paced environments that offer continuous learning opportunities. Her background as a dual marketing and administrative clerk makes her a versatile resource for small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) where employees routinely handle multiple operational responsibilities. Service and Front-Line Operations: Hospitality and Healthcare Front-line service personnel are critical touchpoints for consumer satisfaction, brand loyalty, and care delivery. Antonius Pieter Spek: Seasoned Hospitality Executive Profile ID: 3a6b7f6b-f4a6-46ca-945a-a7f5f4b43ef7 Core Competencies: Strategic hotel management, service excellence, operations consulting, performance optimization. Recent Background: Hotel Manager. Strategic Value: With a strong track record of operational performance improvements across healthcare, hospitality, and consulting sectors, Spek brings deep executive experience. He is well-equipped to manage luxury hospitality assets, streamline complex service operations, or lead turnaround strategies for service businesses. Lena Sdinile: Multi-Skilled Service Operator Profile ID: ab59666a-7201-4705-93d9-3e99f8ab80f2 Core Competencies: Barista operations, culinary assistance (grilling), point-of-sale cash handling, domestic services, childcare. Recent Background: Barista. Strategic Value: Sdinile offers a versatile skillset that is highly valuable for hospitality groups, boutique cafes, or retail environments. Her ability to pivot between culinary prep, customer service, cash handling, and facilities maintenance provides employers with great scheduling flexibility. Adriana Lombaard: Experienced Customer Service Specialist Profile ID: 9a7a3484-d1ae-4c12-9205-5f087642f963 Core Competencies: Front-of-house operations, cash reconciliation, customer retention, retail sales. Recent Background: Cashier. Strategic Value: Lombaard brings years of reliable experience to front-of-house customer service roles. Her long-standing reliability and strong customer service skills make her an asset for retail outlets or busy food and beverage establishments looking for steady, dependable team members. Mapule Dire: Dedicated Healthcare Professional Profile ID: fe7d83e4-6dbe-4d3e-bcd6-231eda3947a4 Core Competencies: Patient care, flexible shift operations, healthcare compliance, cross-functional collaboration. Recent Background: Health Care Worker. Strategic Value: Dire’s commitment to her role and willingness to work flexible weekend and night shifts make her a strong fit for the high-demand healthcare sector. Her focus on patient care and collaborative work ethic ensures she can integrate easily into assisted living facilities, private care teams, or hospital wards. Executive Summary of Talent Data (May 1–15, 2026) Candidate Name Core Professional Domain Key Structural Advantage Modiehi Nelly Nhlapo Education & Academic Training Multi-disciplinary subject matter expertise Lena Sdinile Hospitality & Front-Line Retail Highly versatile service skillset Tefo Moloi Corporate Finance & Accounting Formally qualified with practical junior accounting experience Lee-Ann Havenga Marketing, Design & Tourism Combines creative execution with commercial strategy Katleho Kobi Administration & Data Operations 18 months of proven workplace support experience Antonius Pieter Spek Executive Hospitality & Operations Deep management and strategic consulting track record Elsje Erasmus Sales & Client Acquisition Thrives in fast-paced, highly variable environments Mapule Dire Healthcare & Patient Services Dependable, shift-flexible healthcare delivery Joane Mentz Marketing & Admin Operations Versatile cross-functional clerk Katlego Mosala Public Admin & Labour Relations Strong background in compliance, debt recovery, and digital tools Adriana Lombaard Retail Service & Cash Management Experienced, stable front-of-house professional Realeboga Gaanakgomo Executive Administrative Support Holds qualifications in administration, business management, and coaching Wynand Dawid Scheepers Project Management & HSE Assurance Blends project coordination with health and safety compliance Connecting Talent with Opportunity Recruitment is ultimately about recognizing the human potential behind every profile. As businesses adapt to evolving market demands, finding candidates who bring the right mix of academic grounding, practical experience, and professional adaptability becomes crucial. The professionals highlighted in this early May review demonstrate the breadth and depth of talent available within the contemporary South African workforce. By looking beyond keyword searches and focusing on the distinct capabilities each professional brings, hiring managers can build resilient, high-performing teams ready to drive long-term organizational success. Click here to view all Cv's on The Go-To Guy Legal & Compliance Disclaimer: The professional profile summaries presented in this article are compiled for informational and talent-mapping purposes based on data available as of May 2026. While care has been taken to ensure accuracy, corporate hiring teams are advised to conduct independent background verification, reference checks, and credential validation in accordance with applicable local labour legislation and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) before final selection. #TheGoToGuy #TalentSpotlight #RecruitmentInsights 💼🔍👥🚀

Potchefstroom’s nightlife is about to heat up as Sports Lounge prepares to host one of its biggest weekend events yet. The venue is kicking off the weekend with "Uncensored Fridays," which double as a massive birthday celebration for DJ Smith. If you are looking for the perfect place to unwind, dance, and enjoy exclusive perks, this Friday night lineup is tailor-made for you. The Details: Who, When, and Where? The event is scheduled for Friday, June 5th, promising an energetic start to the winter month. Sports Lounge Potchefstroom has lined up a stellar musical roster to keep the crowd moving all night long. The Main Event: DJ Smith’s Birthday Weekend Celebration Featuring Lineup: Dynamic sets by DJ Advert and Kmore Where: Sports Lounge, Potchefstroom Cover Charge: Free Entry Exclusive Friday Night Perks To make the night even better, Sports Lounge is rolling out special promotions for early birds and students alike: For the Ladies: The first 15 women to arrive will receive a free glass of champagne or cider upon making their first purchase.For the Students: Hit the books hard this week? Enjoy a 10% discount when you spend R150 or more (valid with student ID). Join the Party Responsibly With an electric atmosphere, great music, and enticing drink specials, "Uncensored Fridays" is shaping up to be the place to be in Potchefstroom this weekend. Grab your friends, dress to impress, and head out early to claim your spot on the dance floor. Please note: Sports Lounge supports responsible drinking. Alcohol is not for sale to persons under the age of 18.

Get ready for an unforgettable night out as Sports Lounge Potchefstroom prepares to host its highly anticipated Ladies Night. The nightlife hotspot is promising an evening packed with heavy-hitting beats and a vibrant atmosphere. The event is scheduled for Thursday, June 4th, making it the perfect pre-weekend escape for local partygoers and music lovers. The Lineup: DJ Stix Takes Center Stage The event features a stellar lineup of local deck-spinners guaranteed to keep the dance floor moving all night long: Headliner: The night will be headlined by the popular DJ Stix (stylized as DJ 5TIX). Supporting Acts: Sharing the booth alongside the headliner are DJ Kmore and DJ Advert, ensuring a diverse mix of genres and high-energy sets. Event Details At A Glance For those planning to attend, here is a quick breakdown of what you need to know: Feature Details Event Name Ladies Night Date Thursday, 04 June Venue Sports Lounge, Potchefstroom Admission FREE ENTRY A Night of Safe and Responsible Fun Sports Lounge is pulling out all the stops by offering Free Entry for the night, making it an accessible and attractive option for the Potchefstroom community. Important Notice: In alignment with responsible hosting practices, management reminds all patrons that alcohol is not for sale to persons under the age of 18. Attendees are urged to drink responsibly and enjoy the event safely. Gather your friends, clear your schedules for Thursday night, and head over to Sports Lounge Potchefstroom for a premier nightlife experience!