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A New Tradition Begins at Girls High: The Lock Bridge of Sisterhood
💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 💙 A beautiful new tradition has been born at The High School for Girls Potchefstroom, as the Class of 2025 unveiled the school’s very first Girls High Lock Bridge, a symbol of unity, memory and the enduring bond shared by every learner who walks through its gates. Image: The High School for Girls Potchefstroom With excitement and pride, the girls added their locks to the bridge, each one representing a unique journey, a dream, and a chapter in the school

Yolandi Botes
4 days ago2 min read


NWU Spreads Hope Through Retsa Tsela: Small Acts, Big Impact
💜💜💜💜💜💜💜💜 A heartwarming spirit of service filled Potchefstroom this week as North-West University (NWU) partnered with Retsa Tsela, a community-driven initiative founded by Peterson Sebati, to uplift local spaces and spark hope where it’s needed most. Image: NWU - North-West University What began as one person’s desire to restore and clean shared community areas has grown into a movement powered by purpose, compassion and the belief that small acts of kindness can cre

Yolandi Botes
4 days ago2 min read


The Go-To Guy Property Board: Your Local Real Estate Marketplace
The Go-To Guy’s Property Board is a one-stop portal for finding rental and for-sale properties in Potchefstroom and surrounding towns (including Klerksdorp, Carletonville, and Fochville). This online platform “brings together Potchefstroom real estate in one place” . Whether you’re a family looking to buy, a student seeking a flat, or a professional hunting for a rental, the portal provides a consolidated catalogue of homes. For accuracy, the board is updated nearly every day

Charlene Bekker
4 days ago3 min read


Local voices wanted for new singing competition
Operation Compassion Potchefstroom - Project Nehemiah is calling on local singers to step up and show what they’ve got in a new singing competition. The non-profit, described as “a NPO in the Community for the Community”, is putting the call out for short, no-fuss audition videos from anyone keen to take a shot. How to enter without overthinking it Entrants must record a singing video that is 60 seconds or less. The organisers are clear about one thing: no studio work. So, ye

Amanda Bekker
4 days ago1 min read


Nature-I-Am Kids Club goes prehistoric for a morning - 29 November
If there’s one thing kids aged 4 to 12 tend to agree on, it’s that dinosaurs are still cool. The Nature-I-Am Kids Adventure Club is leaning into that universal truth with a Dino-themed morning outing on Saturday, 29 November 2025. The club’s next adventure runs from 09:00 to 11:30 at Lekwena Plaaskombuis, inside the Lekwena Private Game Reserve area on the N12 near Potchefstroom. Anyone planning to join should RSVP before 27 November by phoning Trudie on 082-459-7702. What’s

Amanda Bekker
4 days ago1 min read


Potchefstroom kry ’n Kersfees-koekie make-over 16 Desember
As iemand nog gewonder het wat om met daai “ek moet iets Christmassy doen” gevoel te maak, hier is ’n plan. Op 16 Desember 2025 hou Tessie Kitchen and Crafts ’n Kersfees Koekie Versier Klas in Potchefstroom. Dis nie ’n groot, lawaaierige musiekfees nie, maar eerder ’n lekker oggend waar mense koekies maak wat actually soos Kersfees lyk. Waar en wanneer gebeur dit? Die klas vind plaas by Die Pienk Huis in Potchefstroom. Die adres is 190 Peter Mokaba St, Central, Potchefstroom.

Amanda Bekker
4 days ago2 min read


A Taste of Home: Chubby Chick Premium Brings Fresh, Homemade Goodness
Chubby Chick Premium in Windpompleks, Retief Street, continues to be one of Potchefstroom’s most-loved food stops, not only for their high-quality chicken products, but also for a growing range of delicious homemade treats, freezer favourites, and convenient ready-to-cook meals. Viewed from a community perspective, Chubby Chick has become the go-to place for families who want flavour, convenience, and affordability under one roof. Quick, Healthy, Everyday Convenience Air-Frye

Karen Scheepers
4 days ago3 min read


Young Dragons Crowned at JB Marks Oval in Inspiring Capping Ceremony
🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉 The atmosphere at JB Marks Oval was buzzing with excitement on Thursday as the North West Dragons celebrated a special moment in the province’s cricketing journey - the official capping of the Provincial Young Dragons. Image: North West Dragons In a proud and symbolic gesture, the senior Men’s and Women’s Dragons stepped forward to personally hand over the caps, marking a powerful “passing of the torch” tradition that highlights unity, mentorship and the brig

Yolandi Botes
4 days ago1 min read


Promosa Community Unites in Powerful GBV & Femicide March
The streets of Promosa came alive this week as residents, youth groups, community leaders and partner organisations gathered for a peaceful march calling for an end to Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and femicide. Under clear skies and with purple as the symbolic colour of the day, participants joined together to raise awareness, promote solidarity and send a strong message: violence has no place in our community. Strong Community Attendance The march, led by Youth for Change Pro

Karen Scheepers
4 days ago2 min read


Signs Your Air-Conditioner Needs a Service
🌬️🌬️🌬️🌬️🌬️🌬️🌬️🌬️ Air-conditioners work hard in South African homes, especially during Potchefstroom’s hot summers. Just like a car, they need regular servicing to keep running smoothly. When small problems are ignored, they can turn into expensive repairs or cause the system to stop working altogether. Here are the most common signs that your air-conditioner is due for a proper service. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations ❄️ 1. Weak Airflow If the air coming out of the ve

Yolandi Botes
4 days ago2 min read


Ferdies Dancers Shine at SA Dancesport Championships
💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃 Hoërskool Ferdinand Postma is bursting with pride after two of its talented dancers, Shaney van Zyl and Shantey van Zyl, delivered outstanding performances at the SADSA SA Dance Championships this past weekend. Their hard work, discipline and passion for dance were on full display as they competed across multiple styles and categories, and returned home with incredible results. Image: Hoërskool Ferdinand Postma 🌟 Shaney van Zyl: Consistent Class Across the F

Yolandi Botes
4 days ago1 min read


North West Dragons Colts Shine at Witrand: A Masterclass, Momentum & a Fierce Chase
🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉🐉 The cricket action at Witrand Cricket Field has been nothing short of electric this week, with the North West Dragons Colts delivering skill, heart and pure fighting spirit across their fixtures. From a milestone batting performance to a fiery bowling display, the young Dragons proved exactly why they are one of the most exciting units to watch in the province. Image: North West Dragons 🔥 Shuld Steals the Show With a Ton for the Ages Cricket fans were t

Yolandi Botes
4 days ago2 min read


Visser to Lead Experienced Blitzboks Sevens Squad Into the 2026 HSBC SVNS Opener in Dubai
As the 2026 HSBC SVNS season approaches, the Springbok Sevens team enters the new campaign with renewed confidence, strong continuity, and measured evolution. Eleven players who helped secure the dramatic season-ending World Championship triumph in Los Angeles earlier this year remain at the heart of the squad. Their presence forms a solid foundation as the Blitzboks prepare for the opening leg of the new season in Dubai next weekend. With strategic leadership adjustments, re

Karen Scheepers
4 days ago5 min read


Blank Canvas Café Quiz Night: Bring Brains Leave the Ego at Home - 28 November
If someone’s been itching to prove they’re the cleverest in the group chat, Blank Canvas Café is offering a more official arena. The café is hosting a Quiz Night on Friday, 28 November 2025, starting at 18:00. It’s happening at Blank Canvas Café, 72 Thabo Mbeki Way, Potchefstroom. There’s no website to trawl through for clues, so this one stays nicely old-school. Bookings are handled the straightforward way: via WhatsApp. What It Costs and What You Get Entry is R125 per perso

Amanda Bekker
4 days ago1 min read


Springboks Power Past Ireland to Secure First Dublin Win in 13 Years
The Springboks continued their unstoppable run on the 2025 Castle Lager Outgoing Tour with a 24–13 victory over Ireland at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin on Saturday, reaffirming their position as the world’s number one ranked team . It was a night of redemption, resilience, and raw power, South Africa’s first win in the Irish capital since 2012, achieved through a combination of scrummaging dominance, tactical precision, and unbreakable team spirit. First-Half Fire and Fury Ir

Karen Scheepers
4 days ago5 min read


Marx Crowned World Rugby Player of the Year
South African rugby celebrated a landmark achievement on Saturday when Malcolm Marx was named the World Rugby Men’s 15s Player of the Year , becoming only the fourth Springbok in history to receive the sport’s most prestigious individual honour. His win marked another layer of historic significance: for the first time ever , South Africa produced back-to-back winners of the award, underscoring a golden era in national rugby excellence. Marx succeeded teammate Pieter-Steph d

Karen Scheepers
4 days ago4 min read


Van Plaaslewe tot Publikasie: Elsabé le Roux se skryfpen ken geen perke
Met ‘n passie vir lees en skryf wat van kindsbeen af kom, het Elsabé le Roux van Potchefstroom groot drome oor haar toekoms as aspirante skrywer. Foto (Verskaf): Elsabé le Roux Oorspronklik in Johannesburg gebore, het Elsabé en haar gesin na Potchefstroom verhuis toe sy agt jaar oud was. Dit is hier, op hulle plaas 30km buite die dorp, waar sy en haar sibbe tuis skool gegaan het en ook waar ‘n groot deel van Elsabé se inspirasie vandaan kom. Charlene le Roux, Elsabé se ma, h

Johané
4 days ago2 min read


Showcasing Excellence: CTU’s 2025 Visual Communications Exhibition
On Friday, 21 November, family, friends, and lecturers headed to CTU Training Solutions’ Potchefstroom Campus to attend the 2025 Visual Communications Exhibition of the final-year students. Under the guidance of Ms Mareli Luus, the five final-year students presented an astonishing exhibition showcasing the talent and skills they have gained throughout the year. Classrooms were transformed into exhibition areas where students proudly displayed their work - ranging from a calmi

Johané
7 days ago1 min read


Discover the Charm of Riverbank Villas Guesthouse
Nestled in the heart of the vibrant university town of Potchefstroom, Riverbank Villas Guesthouse offers a delightful blend of tranquility, comfort and convenience, making it a perfect base for leisure tourists and weekend escapes from surrounding regions. Situated at 26 Postma Street in the Damarea suburb, this guesthouse is a welcoming retreat that allows you to both unwind and explore with ease. Image(Facebook) : Riverbank Villa Guesthouse A Peaceful Riverside Setting Jus

Charlene Bekker
Nov 213 min read


Students Stage Powerful Laydown Protest Against Gender-Based Violence
Traffic in the Steve Biko and Meyer Street area came to a standstill today as hundreds of NWU students participated in a powerful laydown protest, forming part of the national 620 Women’s Shutdown movement. The action, approved and coordinated as part of the broader Women for Change initiative, aimed to raise awareness around the ongoing fight against gender-based violence (GBV) in South Africa. A Moment of Silence on the Streets Shortly after 12:00, students filled the stre

Karen Scheepers
Nov 212 min read
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