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Carletonville Weekly News Digest (20 – 27 March 2026)
The final full week of March has seen a surge in community-led initiatives and high-stakes law enforcement actions, set against a backdrop of national observation and local infrastructure tension. 1. Safety & Human Rights: The "Edge of the Abyss" As the nation celebrated Human Rights Day on 21 March 2026 , the residents of Khutsong South used the occasion to protest against what they describe as a violation of their right to a safe environment. The Khutsong South Cave-In: A

Karen Scheepers
Mar 274 min read


Carletonville Weekly News Digest: 13 – 20 March 2026
The past seven days in the Merafong City Local Municipality have been a powerful mix of restorative justice, infrastructure breakthroughs, and stories of profound personal recovery. The past week in Carletonville and the broader Merafong area has been defined by a sense of restored hope amidst ongoing challenges. Following the tragic stabbing at Badirile Secondary, the community pivoted toward healing with the arrival of GDE psychosocial support. In a major infrastructure vic

Karen Scheepers
Mar 204 min read


Carletonville Weekly Report: Parent Empowerment, Service Delivery Challenges, and Local Achievements
This past week in Carletonville and surrounding areas reflected a dynamic blend of community involvement, serious service delivery concerns, and noteworthy individual achievements. From parental training sessions in Khutsong to worsening water shortages and new environmental disputes, residents experienced a mixture of progress, frustration, and inspiration. The following report provides a detailed overview of key events that shaped the community between October 22 and 28, 20

Karen Scheepers
Oct 30, 20254 min read
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