Hoërskool Fochville het weer eens gewys dat hul talent nie net tot die atletiekbaan beperk is nie. Twee van die skool se bobaas-netbalspelers, Megan Welman en Jade Barlow, is onlangs gekies om aan die uitdagende Interdistrik Netbal-proewe deel te neem. Foto: Hoërskool Fochville ’n Toets van Vaardigheid en Karakter Interdistrik-proewe is bekend as een van die mees mededingende platforms vir jong netbalspelers. Dit is hier waar die "beste van die beste" uit verskillende distrik

Die atlete van Hoërskool Fochville het opnuut gewys waarom hulle as ’n kragbron in provinsiale atletiek beskou word. Tien van die skool se top-atlete het die afgelope Saterdag, 14 Maart, aan die NW-Kampioenskappe deelgeneem en met ’n handvol medaljes huis toe gekom. Foto: Hoërskool Fochville Goue Vertonings en Silwer Spoed Die kompetisie was straf, maar die Fochies het hul staal gewys in sowel die baan- as veldnommers. Dewald Prinsloo was die uitblinker van die dag met twee g

In today’s fast-paced economy, the old ways of recruiting just don't cut it anymore. Whether you’re the CEO of a growing enterprise or a small business owner leading a lean team, your challenge is the same: finding reliable, skilled people who actually "get" your culture. The days of posting an ad and hoping for the best are over. We believe the most successful hires happen when candidates have the tools to speak for themselves before the first interview even begins. We’ve bu

Hoërskool Wonderfontein has found a "cutting-edge" way to motivate their learners to go green. The school has officially launched its latest recycling project with a massive incentive: if the learners can turn enough trash into cash to reach a goal of R5,000, the Principal will shave his head! Image: Hoërskool Wonderfontein Trash into Cash The initiative aims to raise environmental awareness while generating funds for the school. To make the process as easy as possible, every

In a season defined by razor-thin margins and defensive resilience, the Blitzboks reached the pinnacle of the sport on Sunday. By outlasting Fiji 10-7 in a pulsating final at Sports Illustrated Stadium, the Blitzboks not only secured the HSBC SVNS New York title but also leapfrogged their rivals to be crowned the overall 2026 HSBC SVNS Series Champions . Entering the final tournament of the regular season, South Africa and Fiji were deadlocked on log points. The winner-take

The first half of March 2026 has been marked by a somber atmosphere following a tragic incident at a local school, but the community has also found reasons to celebrate through remarkable individual achievements and a milestone birthday for a local matriarch. 1. Tragedy: The Badirile Secondary Stabbing The community was plunged into mourning on 12 March 2026 following a fatal incident at Badirile Secondary School in Khutsong. The Incident: A 16-year-old Grade 9 learner was

The Merafong City Local Municipality has issued an official public notice to residents regarding ongoing electricity supply challenges within its jurisdiction. The announcement, released on March 12, 2026, details technical instabilities affecting a key distribution point and outlines the expected impact on local households and businesses. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Voltage Instability at Frikkie van der Merwe Substation According to a formal communique signed by Municipa

Die atlete van Hoërskool Fochville het die afgelope naweek gewys waarom hulle as ’n krag in provinsiale atletiek beskou word. Tydens die strawwe Gauteng Atletiekbyeenkoms het die "Fochies" nie net medaljes ingepalm nie, maar ook hul plek op die nasionale verhoog bespreek. Image: Hoërskool Fochville Dewald Prinsloo: Koning van die Gooi-items Die uitblinker van die dag was ongetwyfeld Dewald Prinsloo (o/19). Hy het die diskus-item oorheers met ’n eerste plek en ook ’n bronsmeda

Die lug by Laerskool Jongspan gons van afwagting terwyl die skool hulself gereedmaak vir ’n reuse Rugby- en Netbalbyeenkoms. Jongspan speel gasheer vir hul plaaslike bure, Laerskool President Pretorius, in wat beloof om ’n dag van intense aksie en gesonde mededinging te wees. Image: Laerskool Jongspan Rugby: Kragmetings van die Jonges tot die Eerstes Op die rugbyveld sal vyf van Jongspan se spanne hul staal wys. Van die entoesiastiese o/9-span tot die vlagskip-eerstespan, e

The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) held a high-stakes media briefing today, providing a comprehensive "state of readiness" report as the nation begins the countdown to the 2026/27 Local Government Elections (LGE). Chief Electoral Officer Sy Mamabolo outlined the critical milestones that will define the electoral landscape over the next year, emphasizing that the integrity of local democracy hinges on early preparation and public vigilance against disinformation. A

In what is being hailed as the most significant technological advancement in the history of the Department of Home Affairs (DHA), the new Digital Partnership Model officially went live yesterday, March 9, 2026. This landmark initiative, spearheaded by the Minister of Home Affairs, Dr. Leon Schreiber, marks a shift toward a "Home Affairs @ home" strategy, utilizing the existing infrastructure of South Africa’s major banks to eliminate long queues and modernize citizen access t

The Merafong City Local Municipality has issued an official public notice regarding a planned water supply interruption scheduled for the Carletonville area. This essential intervention, orchestrated in coordination with Rand Water, is part of an ongoing effort to maintain and modernize the region's bulk water supply infrastructure. Residents are being advised to prepare for a temporary loss of service to facilitate technical upgrades intended to improve long-term system reli

Three exceptional learners from Hoërskool Carletonville have made their school and community proud by participating in the South African Police Service (SAPS) Junior Leaders Project (JLP). This initiative is designed to foster leadership skills and promote youth crime prevention through active engagement. Image: Hoërskool Carletonville Top Honors in Debate Representing the school with confidence and dedication during a debate held at the local police station, the learners ach

Die netbalseisoen by Laerskool Jongspan skop hierdie week met groot opgewondenheid af. Die skool se bane gaan gons van aktiwiteit wanneer hulle hul eerste teenstanders van die jaar verwelkom. Image: Laerskool Jongspan Vriendskaplike Kragmeting Jongspan speel gasheer vir Laerskool Losberg in ’n reeks vriendskaplike wedstryde wat dien as die ideale voorbereiding vir die komende liga. Hierdie wedstryde bied aan die spelers die geleentheid om hul vaardighede te toets en spangee

The Blitzboks, delivered a masterclass in clinical rugby to secure the Vancouver Sevens title at BC Place . By defeating Spain 38-12 in a one-sided final, South Africa claimed their third tournament victory of the 2026 SVNS season, moving into a dead heat with Fiji at the top of the global standings. The victory marks the fourth time the South African side has tasted success in the Canadian leg of the series, following titles in 2019 and a double win in 2021. The result set

The Merafong City Local Municipality has issued a dire warning to residents regarding the state of its water infrastructure. In a status update released on March 5, 2026 , officials described the current water supply situation as "critical," with several key areas already experiencing total outages or severely reduced pressure. The crisis stems from a combination of low inlet pressure and dwindling storage levels, leaving the local government struggling to maintain basic serv

Die atlete van Laerskool Jongspan het onlangs hul staal gewys tydens die uitdagende Distrik 2 (D2) Atletiekkampioenskappe. In ’n kompetisie wat byna 200 laerskole in die distrik betrek het, het die "Jongies" gewys dat hulle onder die heel bestes in die streek tel. Image: Laerskool Jongspan ’n Oes van Medaljes Altesaam 23 atlete van Laerskool Jongspan het die geleentheid gekry om aan hierdie prestige-geleentheid deel te neem. Die span het met ’n indrukwekkende totaal van 11

Die sportvelde van Hoërskool Carletonville het onlangs ’n vars inspuiting van energie en gees ontvang met die amptelike debuut van die skool se splinternuwe cheerleading-groep. Image: Hoërskool Carletonville ’n Visie Word Werklikheid Hierdie opwindende inisiatief is die breinkind van me. Delarize Verwey, ’n opvoeder by die skool wat vanjaar die leiding geneem het om die groep op die been te bring. Haar visie en toewyding het vinnig vrugte afgewerp toe die Callies Cheerleader

Goldfields West Private Golf Club has announced the return of its Annual Winter Golf Day, scheduled for Saturday, 4 July 2026. The event serves as a focal point for the local golfing community, offering a mix of competitive play and social networking on the fairways. Event Format and Pricing The day will follow a shotgun start at 10h00, ensuring all players begin and finish their rounds in a synchronized fashion. Entry fees for the day are set at R400 per person, which includ

On March 3, 2026, the global community once again comes together for World Hearing Day, an annual initiative led by the World Health Organization (WHO). This day serves as a crucial platform to raise awareness about preventing hearing loss and promoting the importance of ear and hearing care for all. This year, the theme, "From communities to classrooms: hearing care for all children," shines a bright and necessary light on the critical need for accessible, effective care for