South Africans will soon spot some historic new additions in their loose change. Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has officially gazetted the specifications and designs for a new series of commemorative R2 and R5 coins. Released under the central theme of "Education," these special-edition coins are set to become official legal tender on 16 June 2026, fittingly coinciding with the country's national Youth Day public holiday. Honouring Legacies Across Three New R2 Coins The South African Reserve Bank (SARB) has detailed three distinct designs for the new R2 coins, each capturing a pivotal moment or figure in the nation’s history: The 1976 Youth Uprising: Marking the 50th anniversary of the Soweto Uprising, this coin remembers the thousands of Black students who peacefully protested against the apartheid government's forced imposition of Afrikaans as a compulsory language in schools. Charlotte Maxeke’s Graduation: Celebrating 125 years since Maxeke graduated with a BSc from Wilberforce University in 1901. As the first Black South African woman to earn a university degree, the "Mother of Black Freedom" went on to become a powerhouse for social reform and political activism. The Constitution of South Africa: Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the country's 1996 Constitution, this specific design highlights "The Right to Education". According to General Notice 3976 of 2026, each nickel-plated steel R2 coin will have a diameter of 23.00 mm and a mass of 6.5 grams. The R5 Education Tribute Coin Sitting alongside the R2 series is a brand-new bimetal-alloy R5 coin. Measuring 26.00 mm and weighing 9.5 grams, this "Education Tribute" coin features a unique reverse side that incorporates the designs of all three new R2 coins collectively. While these coins serve as beautiful tributes to historical milestones, the SARB has reminded the public that they are standard circulation coins. This means they carry no higher monetary worth than their face value. Furthermore, they are a limited special edition rather than a permanent overhaul, differing from the comprehensive coin design refresh seen in 2023. Keep an eye on your wallet this Youth Day to catch a piece of South African history in the making. #SouthAfrica #SARB #Numismatics 🇿🇦🪙📚🎓

Get ready for an unforgettable night of rhythm, soul, and celebration! Mr Nic Wa Motswana is pulling out all the stops to mark an incredible milestone—15 years in the music industry. To celebrate this journey, he presents Lerato Ka Monate, a massive event set to bring down the house later this month. Whether you are a die-hard fan of smooth Soul, deep R&B, or infectious Afro beats, this is the winter event you cannot afford to miss. Event Details at a Glance Date: Saturday, 27 June 2026 Theme: #ThemeAllBlackEverything (Dress to impress!) Venue: Lemon House Cafe Address: 339 Matlhare Street, Ikageng, Potchefstroom A Star-Studded Lineup The night promises non-stop entertainment featuring a massive roster of talented artists, DJs, and performers ready to keep you on your feet. Featured Artists & DJs: Douglas Mosadi Sweetness Motsepe Dns Segatle Sir Max Lesego Reetseng Thabang Loeto Kgosi Tshimega DJ Nash Koketso G. Selogilwe Bayo Nonny Sista Masilo The Gurus DJ Ja Kwj Crazy O Soul Provider DJ Cheese Danny L Mabex SA Masters of Ceremonies: Guiding you through the night's festivities and keeping the energy high will be the charismatic Filoe Mfebe and 2La Versatile. Ticket and Entry Pricing Grab your tickets early to save, and don't forget you can bring your own refreshments! Ticket Type Price Pre-Sold R200 At The Gate R250 Coolerbox Entry R50 Ticket Sales: Tickets are officially available for purchase at Computicket. Important Info & Contact For more information, table bookings, or general inquiries, you can contact the event organizers directly at 081 831 0916. Please note: No alcohol will be sold to or consumed by persons under the age of 18. Drink responsibly. Bring your friends, put on your finest all-black attire, and come out to support Mr Nic as we celebrate 15 years of musical appreciation!

This Youth Day, June 16, 2026, the Promosa Stadium will transform into a vibrant hub of energy, talent, and solidarity. The Promosa Community Arts Centre, in collaboration with the Promosa Community Youth Centre, is proud to host its 3rd Annual Sports, Arts & Culture Tournament Event. More than just a day of games, this year’s event is a major fundraising initiative running under a powerful and urgent theme: "Support For Change." Standing United Against Social Evils The organizers are aiming to take this year’s event to an entirely new level, using the power of sports and the arts to address the systemic issues facing local youth. "Let this event become a turning point in our community history as we unite against the social evils destroying our youth and our communities," the organization shared in a statement. "Let's save our youth against drug abuse, teenage pregnancy, and alcohol abuse. Let's stand together and rebuild Sports, Arts, and Culture back into our communities." By bringing the motto "Giving Hope To The Hopeless" to life, the event aims to provide a safe, constructive, and uplifting environment for the youth of Promosa and surrounding areas. An Action-Packed Lineup Starting at 09:00 AM, the Promosa Stadium on Park Street will come alive with a massive variety of entertainment and activities designed for all age groups: Sports Tournaments: Action-packed Football, Netball, and Hockey games. Fitness & Wellness: A Bicycle Marathon, Aerobics sessions, and vital Self-Defense demonstrations. Arts & Entertainment: Live musical performances and dynamic Dance Group showcases. Family Fun: Fun table games, Face Painting, and Jumping Castles for the little ones. Entry and Stall Information To ensure the entire community can participate, entry fees have been kept highly accessible: Children: FREE Adults: R10 Food & Business Stalls: R100 (A fantastic opportunity for local entrepreneurs to showcase their goods!) A Powerful Network of Support The growing impact of this annual event is reflected in the massive lineup of prestigious stakeholders and interest groups backing the initiative. Partners include the JB Marks Sports Arts and Culture, Dr. Kenneth Kaunda Sports Arts and Culture, North West Federation of Community Arts Centres, South African Hockey Association, Ikageng CPF, Ikageng SAPS Youth Desk, Blue Ribbon, National Institute Community Development and Management (NICDAM), and various local Community Arts Centres (CAC) like Kanana and Machubelanaga. How You Can Help: A Call for Sponsors While the community is ready to show up, the organizers are seeking urgent sponsorship and support from businesses, leaders, and donors to help cover essential operational costs. Current Needs Include: Catering for all participants Water/Hydration stations for the athletes and youth Sponsorship for Jumping Castles If you are able to assist in any way, your contribution will go directly toward creating a safe, memorable, and impactful Youth Day. Donation & Contact Details If you wish to make a direct financial contribution to support this cause, donations can be made to the following verified account: Account Name: Promosa Community Youth Centre Bank: Capitec Account Number: 2490877999 For stall bookings, sponsorship opportunities, or general inquiries, please contact: Natasja Barends: 062 049 8945 (or 067 814 6581 as per flyer) Sharonique Louw: 067 814 6581 WhatsApp/Cell: 062 049 8945 Email: roshanprojects291@gmail.com Come out to Promosa Stadium this June 16th—let’s stand together, celebrate our youth, and champion the change our community deserves!

Public holidays are usually a time for relaxation, but for the team at Paws Haven Potchefstroom, this Youth Day is all about hard work, community spirit, and a whole lot of puppy love. On Tuesday, 16 June 2026, the shelter is celebrating the "youth" in their care by hosting a delicious fundraiser to help cover the skyrocketing costs of raising dozens of rescue babies. With the shelter currently bursting at the seams, community support has never been more vital. The Paws Haven "Baby Boom" Running an animal shelter requires immense resources, but the demand multiplies when the facility is flooded with young, vulnerable animals. Paws Haven is currently experiencing a massive influx of youngsters that require round-the-clock care, premium nutrition, and extensive medical attention. Their current nursery includes: Over 29 puppies already in their care. 5 more puppies and a heavily pregnant momma dog currently on their way. Nearly 20 kittens needing specialized food, warmth, and lots of love. To give these animals the best possible start in life, Paws Haven ensures every single one receives proper puppy and kitten food, vital vaccinations, regular deworming, and any necessary veterinary intervention. Tomorrow's Big Event: Pancakes & Kaaswors Rolls! To fund the care of these sweet faces, Paws Haven Potchefstroom is inviting the public to skip cooking this Youth Day and indulge in some classic South African comfort food instead. The Menu: Pancakes: A bundle of 10 for just R50 Kaaswors Rolls: Topped with mouth-watering caramelized onions for R45 each Event Details:When: Tuesday, 16 June 2026 Where: Paws Haven, 2 Viljoen Street, Potchefstroom Inquiries: WhatsApp 063 181 3524 Every single cent raised from the food stall goes directly toward shelter operations, ensuring these babies grow up safe, healthy, and ready for their forever homes. Can’t Make It? How You Can Help From Afar For those who want to support the cause but cannot attend the Youth Day fundraiser in person, Paws Haven accepts direct financial contributions. To make sorting the funds easier, they have established specific reference codes so donors can choose exactly where their money goes. Banking Details: Bank: NEDBANK Account Number: 132 156 5046 Account Type: Cheque Branch Code: 198765 Organization: Paws Haven NPC (Reg: 2025/526802/08) Donation Reference Guide: Project/Fund Reference Code What It Covers Puppy Fund PUPPY Food, vaccinations, and shelter for the 26+ puppies and pregnant moms. General Donations DONATION Daily shelter operations, food, utilities, and emergency needs. Cat Sterilisation CATSTERI Controlling unwanted litters and improving community cat welfare. Ikageng Support IKAGENG Sterilisations, treatments, and food assistance in the Ikageng community. Vet Fund VET or VETSERVICES Consultations, medications, emergency treatments, and surgeries. Maintenance MAINTENANCE Upkeep of kennels, fencing, and infrastructure at 2 Viljoen Street. Kennel Sponsorship KENNEL [NUMBER] R250/month covers bedding, food, and daily care for a specific kennel. Specific Animal [ANIMAL'S NAME] Direct funding for a specific rescue (e.g., PENNY, BUKSIE, JACK). Note: For community assistance projects, like the current Smith Street Fence Assistance Project, please WhatsApp the team first at 063 181 3524 to get the correct reference. Together, One Paw at a Time Whether you pop by for a hot kaaswors roll, order a batch of pancakes for the family, or send a quick EFT donation, your contribution matters. As the team at Paws Haven likes to remind the community: "Together we can change lives, one paw at a time." Let’s make this Youth Day a memorable one for the hard-working volunteers and the beautiful animals in their care! #PawsHavenPotchefstroom #YouthDayFundraiser #SaveThePuppies #PancakeDayForPaws 🐾🐶🐱🥞🐾

Hoërskool Volkskool Potchefstroom (Volkies) het ’n geskiedkundige mylpaal op die netbalbaan bereik nadat drie van die skool se elite-spanne amptelik gekwalifiseer het vir die opkomende Suid-Afrikaanse Nasionale Skolekampioenskappe (SA's). Foto: Hoërskool Volkskool Potchefstroom Hierdie deurbraak volg na uitstaande en stabiele vertonings tydens die onlangse provinsiale uitdunne en die Noordwes-dag wat op die skool se tuisbane beslis is. Drie Spanne Dring Deur na Nasionale Verhoog Die prestasie onderstreep die diepte en krag van die skool se netbalakademie, met verteenwoordiging oor byna al die primêre ouderdomsgroepe heen: Eerstespan (o/19A): Het hul status as een van die provinsie se top-spanne bevestig en dring deur na die nasionale eindronde. onder 16A-span: Het deur strawwe taktiese dissipline en spansinchronisasie hul plek op die nasionale ranglys bespreek. onder 15A-span: Voltooi die historiese driekuns deur as junior span te wys dat hulle gereed is vir die land se absolute elite-verhoog. Dit is die eerste keer in die skool se onlangse sportgeskiedenis dat soveel spanne gelyktydig na die nasionale kampioenskappe deurloop, wat beskou word as ’n direkte bewys dat die deurlopende investering in afrigting en spelerontwikkeling vrugte afwerp. Voorbereiding vir die Strawwer SA-Mededinging Die skoolbestuur en die sportorganiseerders het hul amptelike gelukwense en uiterste trots teenoor al die speelsters en die betrokke afrigtingstaf uitgespreek. Die bestuur het beklemtoon dat hierdie geskiedkundige prestasie die direkte beloning is vir maande se intense fiksheidsvoorbereiding, vroeë oggendoefeninge en opofferings op die baan. Met die provinsiale uitdunfase nou suksesvol afgehandel, verskuif die fokus van al drie spanne onmiddellik na die nasionale voorbereidingsfase. Die oefenprogramme sal in die komende weke verskerp word om te verseker dat die Volkies-spanne takties en fisies gereed is om die Noordwes-provinsie se naam hoog te hou teen die land se beste netbalskole. #volkienetbal #volkietrots #volkiesport #skolenetbal #SANetbal #SAsToe #NoordwesNetbal #NetbalGeskiedenis #PotchSport #GoueDoel2026

As winter sets in and South Africa prepares to commemorate National Youth Day, the Bacha Pele Community Centre in Ikageng, Potchefstroom, is opening its doors to spread warmth, joy, and community spirit. On Tuesday, June 16, 2026, the centre will host its highly anticipated Soup Day event, specifically dedicated to local children and teenagers. Under the uplifting banner of "Warm Hearts, Strong Community," the event aims to provide more than just a nourishing meal. It is designed to be a vibrant day of connection, laughter, and solidarity for the youth of Ikageng. Come for the Soup, Stay for the Fun! Organizers have put together an exciting lineup of activities to ensure that every young person who attends leaves with a full stomach and a happy heart. Attendees can look forward to: A Delicious Hot Meal: Bowls of hearty, warm soup to beat the winter chill. Fun Activities: Engaging games and entertainment tailored for kids and teens. A Safe Space for Friends: An opportunity to socialize, make new friends, and celebrate Youth Day together in a supportive environment. Event Details At-A-Glance If you know a child or teenager who would love to be a part of this special day, here is everything you need to know: Detail Information Date Tuesday, 16th June 2026 Target Audience Children & Teenagers Venue Bacha Pele Community Centre 10545 Kala Street Extension 6, Ikageng, Potchefstroom Contact Numbers 081 096 0800 / 063 132 6678 Email bachapelecommunitycentre@gmail.com Social Media Instagram: @Bachapelecommunity A Collaborative Community Effort This heart-warming initiative is made possible through the collaboration of several dedicated local organizations and government bodies. The event proudly displays the support of: The Department of Cooperative Governance & Traditional Affairs (COGTA) The JB Marks Local Municipality The Pomelopele Schools Development Initiative The Ikageng Community Development Organisation Are Agonang "Join us for a day of warm soup, fun activities, and community!" Whether you are looking to enjoy a hot bowl of soup or want to spend the day engaging with peers, the Bacha Pele Community Centre is the place to be this Youth Day. Spread the word, bring a friend, and let’s build a stronger community together!

The City of Matlosana Local Municipality is facing severe localized grid instability following a major electrical failure in the Jouberton township early this morning. The incident highlights the growing strain placed on municipal infrastructure during peak winter conditions, prompting urgent interventions from local authorities to stabilize power distribution across multiple residential sectors. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Infrastructure Failure and Immediate Impact At dawn on Monday, 15 June 2026, a critical electrical transformer was blasted in Jouberton Extension 11. The explosion immediately severed power supply to hundreds of households, leaving both Jouberton Extension 10 and Extension 11 entirely without electricity. The City of Matlosana’s Electrical Department deployed repair teams to the site shortly after the incident occurred. While technicians are actively working to replace or repair the damaged infrastructure, the municipality has stated that power will only be restored once it is entirely safe for both the technical crews and the surrounding grid network. The Anatomy of Winter Grid Overload According to municipal technical assessments, the primary catalyst for the transformer failure is systemic grid overloading rather than a isolated mechanical fault. A steep drop in seasonal temperatures across the North West province has driven electricity demand to critically high levels, overwhelming localized electrical breakers and transformers. The City of Matlosana Communications Unit identified several compounding factors that escalate grid vulnerability, particularly the widespread usage of non-essential and high-consumption appliances during peak periods. Key strain factors include: Category Primary Contributors to Grid Overload Domestic Consumption Excessive geyser usage and leaving unnecessary lights or plug points active for extended periods. Hazardous Heating The highly inefficient practice of utilizing household electric stoves as space heaters during cold spells. Network Compromise Ongoing electricity theft and the illegal bridging of electrical cables, which bypasses municipal safety mechanisms. High-Risk Zones and Peak-Hour Directives In response to the current network vulnerability, the municipality has issued a high-alert warning to broader residential zones, specifically naming Alabama, Jouberton, and Manzilpark. Residents in these areas are being instructed to practice stringent energy conservation during daily peak windows to avoid triggering further cascading blackouts. Critical Conservation Windows:Morning Peak: 05:00 to 08:00Evening Peak: 17:00 to 20:30 During these hours, consumers are strongly urged to turn off non-essential appliances, delay the use of heavy machinery or geysers, and ensure that heating methods are energy-efficient. Final Note: Municipal authorities emphasize that managing the current energy crisis requires a partnership between the local government and the community. By reducing consumption during peak hours and reporting illegal connections, residents can directly protect local infrastructure from costly and prolonged damages. For further updates or to report infrastructure anomalies, residents may contact Ms. Ntswaki Makgetha, Assistant Director of Corporate Communication, at 018 487 8311 or via email at ntswaki@klerksdorp.org. #MatlosanaEnergy #InfrastructureUpdate #JoubertonPower #WinterGridStrain ⚡🔌🏢

The wait is officially over, and history has been thoroughly rewritten. Yesterday, June 14, 2026, the 99th edition of the iconic Comrades Marathon saw thousands of runners line up with a shared heartbeat to tackle the grueling 85.777-kilometer Up Run from Durban to Pietermaritzburg. The air was crisp, the nervous energy was electric, and the spirit of Ubuntu echoed down the tarmac as ordinary people achieved the extraordinary. By the time the final guns fired at the emotional cut-off marks, the running world stood in absolute awe of a day defined by pure heart, tactical brilliance, and the unbreakable mantra: Ska Fela Moya, never lose hope, never give up! To understand how this epic tactical battle played out across the legendary KwaZulu-Natal hills, the route can be visualized via official monitoring tools. This map outlines the brutal upward trajectory from the coastal start in Durban, winding through historic checkpoints like Westville, Pinetown, and the dreaded Fields Hill, before crossing halfway at Drummond and pushing through to the finish line stadium in Pietermaritzburg. Early tracking showed two completely contrasting racing strategies between the fields: The Men's Field: An explosive early breakaway where Mahau Rasogo flew through the 5.5km Westville split in a blistering 00:40:35 (a scorching 03:26/km pace), building an early two-minute cushion. The Women's Field: A masterclass in patience. Dominika Stelmach led a highly compact, tactical pack over the Westville mat in 00:50:14, with defending champion Gerda Steyn sitting comfortably a mere 0.78 seconds behind her. The Mid-Race Grind: Sifting the Contenders As the flat sections faded into history, the brutal reality of the Up Run took center stage. The field fractured as they ground their way up the leg-sapping inclines of Fields Hill. By the Winston Park check-in, the leaderboards experienced a massive shake-up, beautifully captured in the tracking data of Screenshot 2026-06-15 102319.jpg and image_af73b8.jpg: The Breakaway Gamble: In the men's division, as detailed in Screenshot 2026-06-15 102319.jpg, Rasogo dropped back, allowing S. C. Moloi to stage a dramatic solo breakaway. Moloi crossed the Winston Park mat in 01:47:26 (a fierce 03:35/km pace), opening up a massive 3-minute and 19-second lead over second-place Mbuti Mollo. Meanwhile, a patient Piet Wiersma bided his time in 9th place, sitting nearly 7 minutes back. The Tight Trio: For the elite women, image_af73b8.jpg showcased a thrilling game of high-speed chess. N. Tshuma crossed the Winston Park mat first in 02:01:58, but Shelmith Muriuki and reigning champion Gerda Steyn were breathing down her neck just two seconds later at 02:02:00. The Ultimates: Glory in Pietermaritzburg The second half of the race belonged to tactical perfectionists. In the men's elite field, South Africa's George Kusche executed a brilliant, calculated surge. Moving into the top five on the climb up Inchanga, he eventually hunted down a fading Mbuti Mollo in the final 10 kilometers.Kusche broke the tape in an unbelievable, mind-boggling time of 5:15:56, completely obliterating the 18-year-old Up Run course record. Not to be outdone, the Queen of Comrades, Gerda Steyn, put on a masterclass of her own. After pulling away from the field around the four-hour mark, she stormed across the finish line with her iconic smile, to secure her fifth Comrades title and set a stunning new women's course record of 5:44:53. Beyond the podium, the finish line delivered its signature blend of heartbreak and heroism. Elite amateurs emptied their tanks to beat the sub-6-hour Wally Hayward gun and the sub-7-hour Isavel Roche-Kelly cut-off. Agonizing final sprints took place to match the legendary 1921 Bill Rowan benchmark of 8 hours and 59 minutes, demonstrating that the true spirit of the Ultimate Human Race thrives in every single participant. Official Top 10 Finishers The high-level depth of this year's field was unprecedented, with the top five men all finishing under the previous course record. Below are the official top 10 men and women finishers for the 2026 Comrades Marathon: Men's Top 10 Final Results Position Athlete Country Official Time 1 George Kusche South Africa 5:15:56 (New Record) 2 Piet Wiersma Netherlands 5:19:36 3 Mbuti Mollo South Africa 5:21:31 4 Alex Milne United Kingdom 5:22:29 5 Haruki Okayama Japan 5:24:46 6 Charlie Lawrence United States 5:27:08 7 Lloyd Bosman South Africa 5:28:53 8 Nikolai Volkov Russia 5:28:59 9 Vasilii Korytkin Russia 5:29:29 10 Tebogo Pulusa South Africa 5:29:40 Women's Top 10 Final Results Position Athlete Country Official Time 1 Gerda Steyn South Africa 5:44:53 (New Record) 2 Nobukhosi Tshuma Zimbabwe 5:53:36 3 Irvette van Zyl South Africa 6:02:30 4 Shelmith Muriuki Kenya 6:06:38 5 Naomi Robinson United Kingdom 6:07:55 6 Loveness Madziva Zimbabwe 6:09:54 7 Courtney Olsen United States 6:11:20 8 Dikeledi Majara Lesotho 6:12:29 9 Jenet Mbhele South Africa 6:13:08 10 Carla Molinaro United Kingdom 6:14:04 As the Comrades family gathered this morning for the traditional Comrades Breakfast, Chairperson Mark Leathers warmly thanked the athletes, volunteers, sponsors, and fans who made this historic weekend an unforgettable success. Whether standing on the podium or fighting bravely against the final 12-hour cut-off gate at Polly Shortts, every participant wrote themselves into the rich tapestry of this legendary race. All image credits: ComradesMarathon #Comrades2026 #SkaFela Moya #UltimateHuman Race 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🇿🇦🏆

12 Junie 2026 Ná die blou van “Naam” en die oranje van “Sou Jy?”, is die gewilde duo ONS terug met ’n splinternuwe enkelsnit wat deur ’n nuwe kleur gekenmerk word. “Vêr Van Die Huis Af”, wat vanaf vandag beskikbaar is, bring die kleur geel na die voorgrond , ’n simboliese voorstelling van die liedjie se ligter, meer optimistiese klank. Foto ( Coleske Groep) : ONS FotoKrediet: Hendri Fourie Vir ONS, bestaande uit Ruvé Erasmus en Marco van Deventer, verteenwoordig geel veel meer as net ’n kleur. “Geel is vir ons ’n gelukkige kleur. Ná ‘Sou Jy?’ wat ’n donkerder, hartseer liedjie was, wou ons teruggaan na ons wortels. Die liedjie is ’n gelukkige liedjie en baie naby aan ons liedjie ‘Lag’ se klank. Ons het gevoel dat geel die kleur van geluk, hoop en vreugde is,” vertel Marco, wat die liedjie geskryf het. Die nuwe enkelsnit vang die gevoel van sorgelose aande vas , daardie oomblikke wanneer die wêreld buite jou huis baie meer aanloklik voel as die werklikheid wat vir jou wag wanneer jy terugkeer. “‘Vêr Van Die Huis Af’ vertel die storie van waar jy ’n aand gehad het wat jy net heeltyd wil in bly en nie terug wil gaan huis toe nie. By die huis is daar goed wat jy wil vergeet,” verduidelik Marco. Die kleurtema word ook sterk deurgetrek in die musiekvideo, wat op ’n kreatiewe wyse aansluit by die duo se debuutalbum se visuele identiteit. Die video bevat verskeie geel elemente, waaronder ’n fotografiedoek, twee stoele en ’n kitaar, terwyl ’n spieël gebruik word om speelse diepte en perspektief te skep. Die musiekvideo is in ’n veld in Pretoria verfilm deur Eric T Graham en Tehan Buys en roep herinneringe op aan die beeld van die duo agter ’n fotografiedoek op hul debuutalbum se omslag. “Ek dink nie dit was aspris van ons kant af nie; dit was half goeie beplanning van ons span af. Toevallig sluit dit baie mooi aan by waar ons wil uitkom , by ons oorspronklike klank en gevoel,” sê Ruvé. Met “Vêr Van Die Huis Af” keer ONS dus nie net terug na die klank wat aanhangers op hulle laat verlief raak het nie, maar ook na die speelse energie, hoop en vreugde wat die duo se musiek van die begin af gekenmerk het. ONS - Vêr Van Die Huis Af (Amptelike Musiekvideos) Volg ONS op Sosiale Media YouTube : Kliek Hier TikTok : Kliek Hier Facebook : Kliek Hier Instagram : Kliek Hier

Die Eerste netbalspan van Laerskool La Hoff is vandag, Maandag 15 Junie 2026, in aksie tydens die hoogs mededingende Best Schools-netbaltoernooi. Die provinsiale kragmeting word in Rustenburg beslis en bring die streek se absolute elite-laerskoolspanne byeen. Foto: Laerskool La Hoff Hierdie toernooi word allerweë beskou as een van die mees uitdagende platforms op die junior netbalkalender, waar spanne se taktiese vermoëns en fiksheid strawwe nasionale standaarde op die proef stel. Intense Voorbereiding vir die Provinsiale Verhoog Die uitnodiging na die Best Schools-toernooi volg op ’n uiters suksesvolle winterseisoen vir die La Hoff-netbalakademie, wat onlangs ook uitblinkers op die provinsiale ranglyste opgelewer het. Die Eerste span (o/13A) het die afgelope weke hul strawwe oefenprogram verskerp om te verseker dat hul spansinchronisasie, spoed en doelskiet-akkuraatheid optimaal is vir vandag se wedstryde. Die skoolbestuur en die sportorganiseerders het voor die span se vertrek hul amptelike sterkte-toewensings aan die speelsters en die afrigtingstaf oorgedra. Daar is klem gelê op die belangrikheid daarvan om met sportmanskap en trots mee te ding, ongeag die strawwe druk van die kompetisie. Strategiese Belang van die Toernooi Die uitslae van die Best Schools-toernooi sal as ’n belangrike barometer dien vir die res van die seisoen se ranglyste en provinsiale speler-identifikasie. Met die wedstryde wat reeds vroeg vanoggend op die Rustenburgse bane afskop, verskuif die fokus na die baan waar die span sal poog om hul taktiese strukture suksesvol uit te voer en die La Hoff-naam hoog te hou. Toernooi- en Span-oorsig: Skool: Laerskool La Hoff (Klerksdorp) Span in Fokus: Eerste Netbalspan (o/13A) Toernooi: Amptelike Best Schools-Toernooi Datum & Venue: Maandag, 15 Junie 2026 | Rustenburg, Noordwes Kernfokus: Elite-vlak mededinging, taktiese fynskrif en spangees #LaHoffNetbal #LaHoffSport #BestSchools2026 #SkoleNetbal #RustenburgNetbal #NetbalToernooi #GoueDoel #LaHoffTrots #KlerksdorpSport

Hoërskool Fochville het die afgelope naweek ’n betekenisvolle mylpaal op die sportkalender gevier toe die skool se matriekrugbyspelers op Saterdag, 6 Junie 2026, vir die laaste keer op hul tuisveld uitgedraf het. Die geleentheid het die einde van ’n vyfjarige skoolrugby-era vir hierdie groep senior leerders gemarkeer. Foto: Hoërskool Fochville Na afloop van die wedstryde het die skoolbestuur, afrigters en ouers byeengekom vir ’n amptelike afskeidsfunksie om erkenning te gee aan die spelers se jarelange bydrae tot die skool se sportstrukture. Vyf Jaar van Toewyding en Spankultuur Hierdie groep spelers, wat sedert hul graad 8-jaar in 2022 die skool getrou op die veld en tydens nasionale toere verwoordelik het, is geloof vir hul deurlopende dissipline en die hegte spanbande wat oor die jare onder leiding van die afrigtingstaf opgebou is. Die skool het ook in ’n amptelike verklaring hul dank uitgespreek teenoor die ouergemeenskap vir hul logistieke en morele ondersteuning, insluitend die reëling van die na-wedstrydse huldigingsfunksie. Die deurlopende opofferings van ouers om wedstryde regoor die provinsie by te woon, word as ’n hoeksteen van die skool se sportprestasies beskou. Vooruitsigte vir die Finale Ligawedstryd Alhoewel die tuisveld-seisoen nou amptelik afgesluit is, is die matriekspelers se skoolloopbaan op die veld nog nie heeltemal verby nie. Die Fochville-span is tans besig met hul finale voorbereidingsfase vir hul laaste amptelike ligawedstryd van die seisoen. Die span reis hierdie komende Saterdag na Brits vir ’n strawwe wegwredstryd teen die Hoërskool Wagpos, waar die matrieks poog om hul skoolloopbane op ’n hoë noot af te sluit. Seisoen- en Speleroorsig: Skool: Hoërskool Fochville Sport: Skolerugby (Senior Span) 🏉 Mylpaal: Finale tuiswedstryd op 6 Junie 2026 afgehandel Volgende Bepaling: Wegwedstryd teen Hoërskool Wagpos (Saterdag, 13 Junie 2026) #FochvilleRugby #Matrieks2026 #FochiesSport #SkoleRugby #TuisveldGroet #WagposVsFochville #RugbyNalatenskap #FochvilleGemeenskap

Almal van ons het al voor die TV gesit en dink: "Is hierdie mense vir real?" Die hele wêreld is omtrent verslaaf aan The Real Housewives reekse. Mense sit vasgenael en kyk hoe die ryk vrouens baklei en spog. Maar wie is nou eintlik die regte "real housewife" tussen al die drama en Botox? Beeld: Webblad - Momentum Aardklop Beeld: Webblad - Momentum Aardklop Goud, glans en baie drama Die bekende aktrise Lizz Meiring bring vanjaar haar komedie, Die Real Housewife, na die Momentum Aardklop fees. Sy speel die rol van 'n fiktiewe karakter wat vas glo sy is die absolute perfekte voorbeeld van hierdie glansgans-wêreld. Sy het die goud, sy het die klere, en sy dink sy is baie beter as die res van die trop. Lizz het sommer self die teks geskryf, die regie behartig en die stelontwerp gedoen. Sy steek vlymskerp die draak met vandag se era van reality TV-sterre. Dis 'n produksie vol hart en baie humor, en daar is 'n goeie kans dat jy jouself of jou buurvrou iewers in die storie gaan herken. Yvette Hanekom sorg vir die beligting en verhoogbestuur, terwyl die asemrowende klere deur Hollywood Costumes gemaak is. Die vervaardiging word behartig deur Artist Warehouse CC met Nelius Ferreira as die produksiebestuurder. Die belangrike reëls en tye Die grappe is vlymskerp, so hou maar die kleinspan by die huis. Die vertoning het 'n Geen o.13 ouderdomsbeperking as gevolg van die taal en die temas. Die storie word natuurlik in lekkerlag Afrikaans vertel en hardloop vir presies 60 minute. Dis net lank genoeg om jou maagspiere 'n goeie workout te gee sonder dat jy te lank op 'n harde stoel hoef te sit. Daar is net twee geleenthede om hierdie komedie by die POK (C6) venue te sien. Die eerste show is op Vrydag 2 Oktober om 09:30 die oggend, wat perfek is vir mense wat vroeg met die pret wil begin. As jy eerder 'n aandmens is, kan jy die Saterdag, 3 Oktober om 19:30 regsit vir al die glans en drama. Kaartjies en pryse As dit by die geld kom, werk dinge hierdie keer so 'n bietjie anders afhangende van hoe vinnig jy jou beursie uithaal. As jy deel is van die Hartsvriende-klub, kos jou kaartjie R200.00. Vir die mense wat dinge vooraf aanlyn reël, kos dit R220.00 per persoon. As jy hou van die gevaar en eers by die deur wil kyk of daar nog 'n oop stoel is, gaan jy R240.00 moet betaal. Kaartjies kan maklik aanlyn gekoop word by Seatme se webtuiste

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The South African National Men’s Hockey Team bounced back in spectacular fashion at the FIH Hockey Nations Cup, securing a commanding 4–0 victory over the United States. The high-stakes international clash was played in front of a capacity, sold-out crowd at the Hartleyvale Stadium. Image: SAHA - South African Hockey Association The dominant performance revitalizes the host nation's tournament campaign following their narrow opening-day defeat to France. Tactical Masterclass on the Astro-Turf From the opening whistle, South Africa established structural dominance, maintaining high ball possession and executing swift transitional play. The forward line proved clinical, breaching the USA defense four times to keep the scoreboard ticking. Defensively, the home side remained compact and disciplined, completely shutting down the American counter-attacks to secure a clean sheet. The victory earns South Africa critical group-stage points as they continue their pursuit of promotion to the elite FIH Pro League. Milestone Match: Andrew Hobson Joins the 50-Cap Club The match held double significance for the squad as veteran player Andrew Hobson officially earned his 50th international cap for the South African Men's Team. Hobson, who has been a mainstay in the national setup for nearly a decade, reached the milestone following an illustrious career tracking back to his senior international debut against Belgium in 2017. His international profile also features top-tier global experience, most notably representing South Africa at the Paris Olympic Games in 2024. Image: SAHA - South African Hockey Association Tournament and Match Summary: Governing Body: South African Hockey Association (SAHA) / FIH Fixture: South Africa 4 – 0 USA 🏑 Venue: Hartleyvale Stadium, Cape Town Milestone: 50th International Cap for Andrew Hobson Tournament Objective: Group-stage points and FIH Pro League qualification #SAHA #SouthAfricanHockey #FIHNationsCup #Hartleyvale #InternationalHockey #SAvUSA #AndrewHobson #50Caps #AstroAction #HockeyNews

The South African National Women’s Cricket Team (The Proteas) suffered a setback in their opening Group A encounter, falling to a 65-run defeat against a clinical Australian outfit. The high-stakes international clash kick-started the group stages of the tournament campaign. Image: Cricket South Africa Australia managed to restrict the South African batting line-up and secure a comprehensive victory, demonstrating why they remain one of the top-ranked sides in women's cricket. Match Review and Key Takeaways Australia set a challenging total after winning the toss and executing a disciplined batting strategy. In response, the Proteas struggled to establish substantial partnerships against a tight and accurate Australian bowling attack, eventually falling 65 runs short of the target. Despite the disappointing scoreboard outcome, Cricket South Africa (CSA) noted that the technical team identified several individual performance highlights and tactical positives, particularly in the middle-overs bowling display, which will be built upon for the remainder of the tournament. Squad Tactical Reset Ahead of Crucial Second Round With the opening match concluded, the Proteas have immediately shifted into a recovery and analytical phase. The coaching staff will look to address the top-order batting inefficiencies and fielding gaps ahead of their next fixtures, where securing maximum points will be critical to keeping their semi-final qualification hopes alive. The team has a quick turnaround strategy in place as they prepare for their second Group A fixture, which is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, 17 June 2026. Match and Campaign Summary: Governing Body: Cricket South Africa (CSA) Fixture: Proteas Women vs. Australia Women (Group A Opening Match) Result: Australia Women won by 65 runs 🏏 Next Fixture: Wednesday, 17 June 2026 #TheProteas #AlwaysRising #WomensCricket #CSA #ProteasWomensCricket #InternationalCricket #CricketResults2026 #GroupAClash

Het jy al ooit gewens jou man luister 'n bietjie beter, of verdwyn dalk net vir 'n paar uur? Wel, wees versigtig wat jy wens. In die splinternuwe komedie-drama Liefde Lafras, wat vanjaar by die Momentum Aardklop op die planke is, leer Gertie presies wat gebeur as jou wens waar kom. Lafras is dood, maar hy weier volstrek om die pad te vat. Nou sit Gertie met 'n ragte spook in die huis, en glo my, dit maak dinge ietwat gekompliseerd. Beeld: Webblad - Momentum Aardklop Die huwelik is klaar moeilik, selfs sonder spoke Elke familie het maar hul eie geraamtes in die kas, maar Gertie se probleem loop sommer so helder oordag in die gang af. Terwyl die twee eintlik 'n soort vreemde, tweede wittebrood beleef, begin Lafras se spook-energie ongelukkig opraak. Hy begin groot vrae vra oor die lewe, die liefde en die hemel, terwyl Gertie besef sy moet nou vinnig beheer neem van haar eie lewe. Want kom ons wees eerlik, 'n lewe sonder haar eiesinnige Lafras is vir haar ook nie juis 'n opsie nie. Die stuk is propvol skreeusnaakse oomblikke, maar dit tref jou ook daar in die hart waar dit saak maak. 'n Absolute droomspan op die verhoog Met Antoinette Kellermann en Gerben Kamper op die verhoog weet jy sommer dadelik jy is in goeie hande. Hierdie twee veterane ken van toneelspel. Die teks is geskryf deur Caitlin Wiggill en spesiaal verwerk deur Kellermann self. Wolf Britz is die man agter die regie en stelontwerp, terwyl Birrie le Roux gesorg het vir die kostuums. Die Toyota Stellenbosch Woordfees het die produksie aanmekaargesit, so die kwaliteit is gewaarborg. Dit is 'n 80-minute lange vertoning met 'n "OB" (Ouerbegeleiding) ouderdomsbeperking, perfek vir 'n lekker middag of aand uit. Waar, wanneer en hoeveel? Die vertonings speel almal af in die Totiussaal in Hoffmanstraat. Die kaartjiepryse is baie billik en werk soos volg: Hartsvriende: R210.00 Aanlyn: R230.00 By die deur: R250.00 Daar is gelukkig meer as genoeg speelvlakke sodat jy nie hoef uit te mis nie. Merk sommer nou al hierdie tye op jou kalender: Dinsdag, 29 September13:30 Woensdag, 30 September20:00 Donderdag, 1 Oktober09:30 Vrydag, 2 Oktober13:00 Saterdag, 3 Oktober14:00 Kry jou kaartjies nou Moenie wag tot die laaste minuut en dan R250 by die deur moet opdok nie. Jy kan jou wegbreek na die teater toe sommer nou al aanlyn reël. Kaartjies: Bespreek direk via SeatMe

Die bekende musikant en woordsmid Leon Gropp bring sy splinternuwe musiekteater-produksie na die kunsteprogram toe. Gropp, wat baie mense sekerlik sal herken van sy tyd by Ontbytsake, gaan dinge op die verhoog lekker lig en humoristies hou met sy show genaamd Sê dit soos dit is. Beeld: WebBeeld: Webblad - Momentum Beeld: Webblad - Momentum AardklopAardklopblad - Momentum Aardklop Alledaagse dinge met 'n knippie sout In hierdie vertoning kyk Gropp na die gewone, alledaagse situasies waarin mense hulself elke dag bevind spot lekker daarmee. Met sy kitaar in die hand en 'n goeie skoot droë humor, kyk hy tong-in-die-kies na alles van hoe mense verkleinwoorde gebruik tot die snaakse maniere van die bekende dubbele ontkenning in Afrikaans. Dit is die soort vertoning waar gehore kan uitsien na 'n mengsel van spitsvondige lewenslesse, 'n poging tot stand-up comedy, pappa-grappe, woordspeling en natuurlik dieper kuns. Alles word op 'n baie keurige musikale manier aanmekaar gesit. Die teks, musiekregie, verwerking en die hele produksiebestuur is deur Gropp self behartig onder die vaandel van Gropp Media. Hy is egter nie alleen op die verhoog nie. Hy word ondersteun deur twee ervare musikante, naamlik Marcel Dednam op die klavier en Jardus Smith agter die tromme, wat sorg dat die toonhoogte en ritme presies op die regte plek sit. Waar en wanneer om dit te sien Die vertonings vind plaas by The Roots Kapel, geleë te MC Roodestraat 954 in Potchefstroom. Dit is 'n intieme musiekteater-ervaring van presies 65 minute. Die vertoning het 'n ouderdomsbeperking van geen kinders onder 13 jaar nie weens die spesifieke taalgebruik en temas. Daar is drie verskillende geleenthede geskeduleer om die vertoning te gaan kyk: Dinsdag 29 September om 14:00 Woensdag 30 September om 14:00 Donderdag 1 Oktober om 13:00 Kaartjies en pryse Die kaartjiepryse is uitgewerk om vir almal 'n opsie te gee. Die Hartsvriende-opsie kos R160.00 per kaartjie. Mense wat vooraf aanlyn bespreek, betaal R180.00 per kaartjie. Vir diegene wat op die nippie besluit om te gaan, is daar kaartjies by die deur beskikbaar teen R200.00 elk. Kaartjieverkope by Seatme

The second half of May 2026 has brought a familiar seasonal challenge to the South African recruitment landscape. As businesses push to close out their mid-year strategies and align their budgets for the upcoming quarters, the pressure on human resource departments intensifies. Securing the ideal candidate under these high-stakes conditions means looking far beyond a generic, one-dimensional job title. It requires a deep understanding of how an individual's unique academic background, cross-functional adaptability, and personal drive can help an organisation grow in a fluctuating economy. Between May 16 and May 31, our database received an influx of fresh talent. Navigating this volume effectively requires a shift away from automated, superficial filtering and a move toward intentional curation. By identifying these cross-functional skill sets, hiring managers can turn raw data into a strategic hiring advantage, ensuring that human capital is maximized to its full organizational potential. Simply click on candidates name to view full CV. Technical and Trade Excellence: Infrastructure, Maintenance, and Industrial Engineering Industrial sectors, engineering firms, and manufacturing hubs require technical proficiency, physical precision, and a strict adherence to safety standards. The profiles from late May highlight several technically skilled professionals ready to support operational goals. Hans Tlhabana Mocheku: Certified Instrument Technician Core Competencies: Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), SCADA systems, precision industrial calibration, and automation troubleshooting. Recent Background: Instrument Technician (Trade Test Certified). Strategic Value: Mocheku holds a formal trade test certification, making him an immediate asset for automated manufacturing plants, chemical processing operations, or water treatment facilities. His specialized expertise in PLC and SCADA systems ensures he can maintain, program, and optimize complex industrial control loops, reducing unexpected system downtime and protecting machinery investments. Kayle Vermeulen: Semi-Skilled Boilermaker and Team Leader Core Competencies: Heavy structural steel fabrication, industrial welding preparation, blueprint reading, and team coordination. Recent Background: Team Leader / Semi-Skilled Boilermaker. Strategic Value: Born in 2002, Vermeulen offers an excellent balance of technical interest and early leadership experience. His combination of heavy fabrication skills and active team management experience makes him well-suited for structural engineering firms, mining operations, or construction projects looking for a supervisor capable of managing on-site workflows without sacrificing safety protocols. Romario Langevelt: Competent Apprentice Electrician Core Competencies: Electrical circuitry design, corporate electrical maintenance, fault finding, administrative reporting, and team collaboration. Recent Background: Electrician Apprentice. Strategic Value: With three years of practical experience, Langevelt bridges the gap between field work and office support. His blend of electrical maintenance skills and strong communication capabilities makes him an ideal candidate for commercial property firms or facilities management teams needing an articulate technical specialist who can log reports as accurately as he repairs circuits. Cornelius Jakobus Bester: Maintenance Technician with Commercial Experience Core Competencies: Preventive building maintenance, electrical installations, technical sales, and client-facing relations. Recent Background: Maintenance Technician. Strategic Value: Matriculated in 2022, Bester brings three years of hands-on electrical experience alongside two years of experience in sales. This combination makes him uniquely suited for technical sales engineering, field-based customer service, or commercial property management roles where technicians interact directly with corporate clients and need to manage business relationships. Lailané Labuschagne: Civil and Mechanical Engineering Draughtsperson Core Competencies: Advanced Revit modeling, AutoCAD structural design, engineering document control, and administrative management. Recent Background: Draughtsman / Engineer's Assistant. Strategic Value: Labuschagne provides direct, high-level support to engineering design and administrative teams. Her proficiency in Revit and AutoCAD allows her to turn architectural and engineering concepts into precise technical drawings, while her administrative experience helps streamline complex project documentation and maintain cross-departmental alignment. Legal, Compliance, and Risk Management Frameworks As regulatory requirements grow more complex throughout South African industries, having strong internal oversight is essential to mitigate operational liabilities. The latest data includes qualified legal and risk assessment professionals capable of protecting businesses from exposure. Stephen Strydom: Experienced Legal Advisor and Corporate Compliance Officer Core Competencies: 13 years of corporate compliance management, legal advisory, risk mitigation, and corporate communications. Recent Background: Legal Advisor / Certified English Teacher. Strategic Value: Strydom brings over a decade of corporate compliance experience alongside legal qualifications and language training certifications. This combination makes him a strong fit for multinational enterprises, financial services companies, or legal firms needing an advisor who can interpret complex legislation, write ironclad policies, and draft clear compliance training materials for staff. Shamandre Joshlo Botha: Multi-Talented Law and Psychology Graduate Core Competencies: Analytical problem-solving, legal research, behavioral psychology, conflict resolution, and security operations. Recent Background: Part-Time Bouncer. Strategic Value: Botha holds a Bachelor of Arts in Law with Psychology. His experience working in part-time security demonstrates an ability to remain calm, observant, and analytical in high-pressure situations. This makes him an intriguing candidate for corporate security management, labour relations roles, or junior legal research positions where managing human conflict is a core requirement. Emelio Davids: Dedicated Occupational Health and Safety Specialist Core Competencies: Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP), OHS Act compliance, incident investigation, and comprehensive safety auditing. Recent Background: General Worker. Strategic Value: Davids has built a practical foundation in risk assessment, safety auditing, and incident investigation while working as a general worker. This ground-level experience gives him a clear, realistic understanding of workplace hazards, making him a highly practical choice for health and safety compliance roles in construction, manufacturing, or logistics where theoretical knowledge must match floor-level reality. Senior Leadership, Retail Management, and Operations Oversight Managing business operations efficiently requires leaders who can balance client satisfaction, financial tracking, and team motivation while keeping overheads low. Karen Elize Isabella: Senior Customer Experience and Retail Leader Core Competencies: 24+ years of retail store management, corporate culture development, customer service training, and strategic workforce motivation. Recent Background: Store Manager. Strategic Value: With over two decades of leadership experience, Isabella offers organizations a proven track record in building high-performing customer service cultures. Her background is highly valuable for expanding retail brands, corporate training departments, or consumer-facing businesses seeking an experienced manager to improve performance and retain staff. Jacques van Eeden: Global Operations and Facilities Manager Core Competencies: International hospitality asset management, commercial building readiness, team leadership, and service standard auditing. Recent Background: Operations Lead – Facilities. Strategic Value: Van Eeden brings an international hospitality and business background to facilities management. His experience makes him well-equipped to manage boutique hotel operations, high-end commercial real estate assets, or large corporate campuses that require premium operational standards, tenant satisfaction, and efficient maintenance coordination. Nthabiseng Seromo: Experienced Business and Financial Retail Professional Core Competencies: Front-line banking operations, high-end fashion retail management, team coordination, and sales strategy. Recent Background: Bank Teller / Former Fashion Retail Store Manager. Strategic Value: Seromo offers more than five years of experience in fashion retail management combined with recent experience in banking operations. This makes her a versatile candidate for the financial services sector, premium retail groups, or corporate sales environments requiring high financial accuracy, risk assessment, and strong branch management skills. Corporate Administration, Finance, and Client Relations Pipelines Behind every successful client project is an organized administrative and financial support team. The late May database highlights several professionals ready to reinforce these critical backend systems. Nancy Naane: Analytical Social Science Graduate Core Competencies: Advanced qualitative research, data analysis, sociology/economics insights, and target-driven sales. Recent Background: Independent Sales Agent. Strategic Value: Naane is a Social Science graduate specializing in Anthropology, Politics, Sociology, and Economics. Her background as an independent sales agent adds commercial acumen to her analytical training, making her a strong candidate for consumer insights agencies, market research firms, or data-driven marketing teams. Kefuwe Lehlohonolo Malebo: Multi-Disciplinary Labour Relations and Sales Graduate Core Competencies: Labour relations management, academic university administration, outbound telemarketing, and campaign coordination. Recent Background: Sales and Marketing Specialist / Telesales Consultant. Strategic Value: Malebo holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Labour Relations Management from North West University. His diverse experience across university administration and corporate telesales makes him well-suited for human resource divisions, industrial relations consultancy firms, or corporate recruitment agencies. Elizabeth Goosen: Legal Administrator and Property Project Manager Core Competencies: Real estate legal administration, property conveyancing support, and project milestone tracking. Recent Background: Client Administrator – Property. Strategic Value: Goosen's specialized focus on property administration and project management makes her highly valuable for real estate development groups, legal conveyancing firms, or corporate property asset managers needing someone to manage complex transactions and maintain compliance pipelines. Riana Roux: Financial Assistant and Receptionist Core Competencies: Corporate financial assistant duties, front-desk reception management, bilingual customer service (Afrikaans/English), and administrative accounting. Recent Background: Financial Assistant / Admin and Receptionist. Strategic Value: Roux offers businesses a dependable combination of financial data entry, front-line client reception, and general office administration. Her customer-centric approach ensures a professional first impression for clients, while her experience in financial assistance supports internal accounting workflows. Monica Anne Klopper: Versatile Hygiene Operations Supervisor and Receptionist Core Competencies: Hygiene operations oversight, corporate reception, cashier team supervision, and customer service. Recent Background: Receptionist / Former Hygiene Operations Supervisor. Strategic Value: Klopper has managed diverse responsibilities spanning strict health and hygiene operational compliance, customer service, and corporate reception. Her structured approach is well-suited for healthcare facilities, large commercial complexes, or hospitality operations requiring organized administrative support. Andrew Themba Manzana: Accounting Student and Service-Focused Cashier Core Competencies: Point-of-sale data entry, cash ledger reconciliation, digital tool literacy, and academic accounting principles. Recent Background: Cashier / Accounting Student. Strategic Value: Manzana balances a customer-facing role with academic training in accounting. This combination of daily cash management experience and formal financial training makes him an excellent fit for junior bookkeeping roles, corporate credit control teams, or retail accounting offices. Elmarie De Canha: Agile and Energetic Art Associate Core Competencies: Independent studio management, fine art gallery coordination, creative execution, and logistics management. Recent Background: Art Associate. Strategic Value: De Canha is an independent worker with her own transport and a strong work ethic. Her experience in fine arts and gallery coordination demonstrates strong self-motivation, high attention to detail, and visual curation skills. These qualities are highly transferable to interior design consulting, corporate event styling, or boutique retail management. Structural Breakdown of Talent Resources (May 16–31, 2026) Candidate Name Core Professional Domain Key Structural Advantage Nancy Naane Research & Market Analysis Combines a Social Science degree with target-driven sales experience Emelio Davids Health & Safety Compliance Ground-level experience matched with OHS Act auditing skills Karen Elize Isabella Retail Operations & Leadership 24+ years of retail store management and team-building experience Shamandre Joshlo Botha Law & Behavioral Psychology Holds a BA in Law with Psychology; calm under pressure Jacques van Eeden Hospitality & Facilities Management International operations background with high property standards Kefuwe Lehlohonolo Malebo Labour Relations & Corporate Sales Holds a Labour Relations degree with strong telesales experience Elmarie De Canha Art Curation & Visual Operations Self-motivated professional with transport and visual management skills Kayle Vermeulen Engineering & Heavy Fabrication Semi-skilled boilermaker with early team leadership experience Romario Langevelt Electrical Systems & Administration Apprentice electrician with good communication and office skills Nthabiseng Seromo Banking & Fashion Retail Management 5+ years of retail store management coupled with bank teller accuracy Stephen Strydom Legal Advisory & Corporate Compliance 13 years of compliance experience with legal qualifications Lailané Labuschagne Architectural & Engineering Design Proficient in Revit and AutoCAD for technical draughting Cornelius Jakobus Bester Maintenance & Technical Sales Tech-focused maintenance professional with commercial sales experience Hans Tlhabana Mocheku Automation & Instrumentation Trade test certified technician specializing in PLC and SCADA Monica Anne Klopper Administration & Hygiene Operations Experienced supervisor blending administrative support with compliance Andrew Themba Manzana Cash Management & Junior Accounting Accounting student with practical point-of-sale financial experience Elizabeth Goosen Property Administration & Legal PM Specializes in real estate legal administration and project tracking Riana Roux Finance & Front-Desk Administration Handles financial data entry, front-desk operations, and customer care Aligning Capacity with Commercial Agility Recruitment transforms from a simple administrative task into a competitive business advantage when organizations learn to align latent human potential with specific operational bottlenecks. As modern companies face evolving regulatory frameworks, rapid technological shifts, and tightening budgets, finding multi-faceted professionals becomes essential. The late May cohort highlights the vast resources available within the South African talent market. By looking beyond rigid filters and focusing instead on transferable cross-functional skills, hiring managers can build resilient, highly adaptable teams ready to drive long-term business performance. Maybe looking for different employee, have a look here at all the CV's on THe Go-To Guy: View CV Legal & Compliance Disclaimer: The professional profile summaries and analysis presented in this article are compiled for macro-level talent mapping and general information purposes based on database records available as of May 2026. While care has been taken to ensure data fidelity, this analysis does not constitute legal or formal human resource consulting advice. Corporate hiring teams, enterprise owners, and independent employers are strictly advised to conduct independent background verification, comprehensive criminal record checks, reference validation, and academic or trade credential verification in full accordance with the Basic Conditions of Employment Act, local labour regulations, and the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) before extending formal contracts of employment. #TheGoToGuy #TalentSpotlight 💼🔍👥🚀

Merafong City Local Municipality has experienced a highly active week focused on sustainable development, community engagement, and aggressive infrastructure maintenance. Through collaborative efforts with provincial governance, corporate entities, and direct dialogue with residents, the municipality is driving initiatives aimed at addressing localized challenges and uplifting the living standards of its communities. Green Initiatives Highlight World Environment Day in Khutsong South On June 5, the municipality marked World Environment Day with an extensive commemorative programme in Khutsong South. The event centered on environmental management, climate action, educational outreach, and fostering active community participation to safeguard natural resources. A high-profile delegation attended the event, demonstrating a unified front between multiple tiers of government and industry. Key attendees included: Mr. Ewan Botha (MEC for Environment in Gauteng) Cllr Nozuko Best (Executive Mayor of Merafong City) Cllr Mantshadi Teleko (MMC for Environment in the West Rand District Municipality) Cllr Thabo Moluke (Chief Whip of Council) Cllr Dipuo Segakweng (MMC for Environment in Merafong City) Cllr Terrence Mnqandi (Ward Councillor) The corporate and institutional sectors were strongly represented by SALGA, via Ms. Zingisa Pango, alongside a delegation from Harmony Gold Mining Company Limited, led by Dr. Mashego Mashego and Dr. Urishanie Govender. Alongside environmental graduates, stakeholders rolled up their sleeves for a community clean-up campaign and a tree-planting initiative designed to secure a healthier, more sustainable ecological future for the area. Community Imbizo Fosters Direct Dialogue with Leadership Following the environmental campaign, governance moved directly to public accountability. On June 7, Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi joined Merafong Executive Mayor Cllr Nozuko Best in Khutsong South for a Community Imbizo. The public gathering served as an open platform for local residents to interface directly with top-tier provincial and municipal leadership. Community members voiced pressing grievances, received real-time progress feedback on outstanding municipal services, and co-created actionable strategies alongside officials to improve the overall quality of life in the sub-region. Ongoing 'sPush’ iService Delivery’ Campaign Targets Local Infrastructure By June 11, the municipality's focus shifted heavily toward physical infrastructure restoration via the ongoing #sPush’ iService Delivery campaign. As illustrated in the referenced document, this initiative operates under the broader mandate of "Re-Imagine Merafong Vision 2030," pushing for visible municipal action and administrative accountability. Current operational targets span multiple critical sectors across various neighborhoods: Grass Cutting & Field Maintenance: Workers are deployed across Dolomite Road, Onyx Drive Parks, sidewalks, traffic islands, Khutsong Community Park, and open spaces/parks throughout Kokosi, Fochville, and Carletonville. Roads & Infrastructure Upgrades: The project includes the final stages of the Khutsong South Phase 8 Project, extensive road maintenance in Greenspark, upgrades to Carletonville Cemetery Road, and widespread pothole patching. Traffic Safety: Ongoing road marking operations are underway across the streets of Fochville to ensure safer driving conditions. Through these highly coordinated efforts,ranging from ecological preservation to targeted infrastructural maintenance, Merafong City Local Municipality continues to work toward its stated vision of creating an economically sustainable, community-oriented, and safe environment for its populace. #MerafongCity #ServiceDelivery #WorldEnvironment Day #CommunityImbizo 🌳🛣️🤝

The week of June 5 to June 12, 2026, was a highly active period for the City of Matlosana Local Municipality. Administrative highlights ranged from strategic financial relief programs and critical law enforcement blitzes to rapid-infrastructure responses and planned youth empowerment projects. This comprehensive review outlines the major developments affecting residents and businesses across the municipality. Debt Relief Incentive Programme Launched to Ease Financial Strain Friday, 05 June 2026 The City of Matlosana officially introduced a Debt Relief Incentive Programme designed to provide substantial financial relief to struggling local consumers while boosting municipal revenue collection. Valid from June 1, 2026, through November 30, 2026, the initiative allows eligible households and businesses to receive a 50% discount on outstanding accounts that are 90 days or older, including accounts already handed over, provided they pay 50% of the capital amount as a once-off payment and keep their current and 30-day accounts paid in full. Regular paying consumers with arrears are also accommodated, receiving a 50% write-off on arranged arrears if they maintain fully up-to-date payments for six consecutive months. It is explicitly noted that property rates, government properties, and school properties are entirely excluded from this incentive scheme. Municipal Accountability Under Scrutiny at Scopa Public Hearings Friday, 05 June 2026 Governance and financial oversight took center stage as the Provincial Legislature's Standing Committee on Public Accounts (Scopa) convened public hearings involving both the Ditsobotla and Matlosana Local Municipalities. The hearings focused strictly on examining the audit outcomes of the 2024/25 financial year. This session underscored ongoing provincial efforts to enforce financial transparency, address structural administrative weaknesses, and ensure the proper implementation of corrective measures to safeguard public funds. Joint Compliance Operation Yields Law Enforcement Results in Orkney and Tigane Monday, 08 June 2026 A coordinated multi-stakeholder law enforcement initiative, led by the City of Matlosana Clean-Up Operation and the South African Police Service (SAPS), was conducted across Orkney and surrounding areas on Friday, June 5, 2026. The intelligence-driven sweep focused heavily on enforcing municipal by-laws, verifying corporate compliance, and maintaining public safety. The joint operation resulted in the immediate closure of two non-compliant businesses that failed to meet standard regulatory requirements. Concurrently, SAPS officials arrested four undocumented foreign nationals for violating national immigration laws. In a parallel traffic enforcement operation staged along the R503 near Tigane, traffic officers successfully executed 16 outstanding warrants of arrest during a roadblock. The municipality re-emphasized that these strict compliance campaigns will continue across all administrative wards indefinitely to guarantee safe, orderly local environments. Publication of the May/June 2026 Municipal News Edition Wednesday, 10 June 2026 The municipality distributed its official free informational newspaper, Dikgang Tsa Matlosana / Municipal News, for the May/June 2026 period. This edition highlighted significant service delivery milestones achieved under Executive Mayor Cllr Fikile Mahlophe, including extensive pothole patching in the Klerksdorp CBD, Jouberton, Kanana, Tigane, and Orkney CBD, alongside major water pipe repairs in Manzilpark, Wilkoppies, and Flimieda. The publication also detailed recent academic achievements of senior officials like CFO Ms. Tsaone Sekgala , the "Power to Partnership" business breakfast held at the Rio Casino on May 29, 2026 , and the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) "Taking Parliament to the People" program hosted within the city . Rapid Technical Response Dispatched to Collapsed Sewer Line in Jouberton Wednesday, 10 June 2026 The City of Matlosana's infrastructure team responded to a critical technical failure in Extension 10, Jouberton, after a major sewer pipeline collapsed. The failure resulted in an immediate sewage overflow, creating noticeable environmental disruptions for the surrounding households. Local technical teams were deployed rapidly to stabilize the site and initiate emergency excavation and repair works on the damaged main line. Local authorities assured affected families that the system would return to full functionality as quickly as possible. Winter Weather Prompts Severe Electricity Overload Warning Thursday, 11 June 2026 As severe winter weather conditions gripped the region, the City of Matlosana’s Electrical Department issued an urgent media alert regarding localized grid vulnerability. Residents in Alabama, Jouberton, and Manzilpark were strongly warned to reduce non-essential consumption during peak hours, identified specifically from 05:00 to 08:00 and 17:00 to 20:30. According to technical reports, the primary drivers behind recent seasonal outages are extreme overloads on localized electrical breakers and distribution transformers. The municipality specifically requested that communities limit excessive geyser usage, avoid using electric cooking stoves as space heaters, turn off unneeded appliances, and immediately report instances of electricity theft and illegal wire bridging. Speaker of Council Announces June 16 Youth Day Programme Thursday, 11 June 2026 The Office of the Speaker of Council, led by Cllr Stella Mondlane-Ngwenya, finalized plans to host the official municipal Youth Day Programme on Tuesday, June 16, 2026. Scheduled to take place at the Tlokwe Cultural Centre in Kanana starting at 09:00, the event is themed "RESET @50-the future calls". The program aims to commemorate the historical legacy of the 1976 generation while empowering modern youth through targeted career guidance, skills development, and debate tournaments focusing on the civic power of the youth vote. Damaged Pump Causes Temporary Water Outages Across Key Wards Friday, 12 June 2026 A critical infrastructure failure occurred at the Ellaton pump system on Friday, causing sudden water supply interruptions across several communities, including Jouberton, Alabama, Hartebeesfontein, Tigane, and surrounding areas. The municipality confirmed that a vital distribution pump sustained severe damage, halting standard water pressure to residential lines. Municipal mechanical teams immediately went on-site to begin repair work. Authorities estimated that the system would be fully operational and water services systematically restored by 18:00 on the evening of June 12, 2026. In the interim, residents were urged to conserve current reservoirs and utilize water strictly for essential needs. Final Overview The developments across the City of Matlosana this week highlight a continuous balance between infrastructural maintenance, municipal financial restructuring, and the rigorous enforcement of local laws to stabilize the region during the demanding winter season. All image credits: City of Matlosana Municipal Updates #MatlosanaMunicipality #ServiceDelivery #LawEnforcement 📊🛡️🛠️