The City of Matlosana has intensified its oversight of the 2026 academic year through a series of high-level school readiness evaluations. Led by key municipal figures, these visits aim to ensure that local educational facilities are fully prepared to provide quality education while addressing systemic challenges such as infrastructure needs and learner placement. Image: City of Matlosana Single Whip of Council Leads Readiness Programme On Thursday, 15 January 2026, the Offic

The Potchefstroom community came together on Monday, 8 December, to pay their final respects and celebrate the life of Johnathan Robert Fourie (5/6/1973–10/11/2025) . The moving Celebration of Life service, held at Duet Gemeente in Van der Hoff Park, was attended by a large crowd of family, friends, colleagues, and community members, all mourning the tragic loss of one of "Potch’s favourite sons". Image: Fourie's Poultry Farms A Service Reflecting Integrity and Love The servi

T he Potchefstroom community will gather on Monday, 8 December 2025 , to celebrate the life of Johnathan Robert Fourie , whose tragic passing has left a deep void among family, friends, and colleagues. A Celebration of Life  service will take place at Duet Gemeente, 5 Govan Mbeki Avenue, Van der Hoff Park, Potchefstroom , beginning at 11:00 . The event will also be live-streamed  on the Fourie’s Poultry Farms (Chubby Chick) Facebook page , allowing those unable to attend in

The SPCA Carletonville and District  continues its mission to promote responsible pet ownership and improve animal welfare through its ongoing animal sterilisation initiative . As part of its dedicated efforts to protect and uplift the lives of local animals, the branch will be hosting another sterilisation day on Friday, 21 November , with four open spots still available  for pet owners wishing to take part. Sterilisation is one of the most effective ways to reduce overpopul

A heartfelt community initiative is underway to spread kindness and creativity this festive season. A local resident is collecting plain children’s T-shirts  to decorate with unique, hand-drawn designs, all in support of Vat Verniet Tafel , a community project that provides clothing and essentials to families in need. A Creative Way to Give Back: Each T-shirt is transformed into a one-of-a-kind piece, featuring colorful hand-drawn images such as the Statue of Liberty, eagles,

The Build-A-Life Foundation  is calling on the Carletonville community to come together in the spirit of giving through its 2nd Annual Christmas Lunch for the Homeless . The initiative aims to provide warm meals, clothing, and essential items  to those in need, ensuring that everyone experiences the love and warmth of the festive season. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations 🧡 Call for Donations Help bring joy to our community’s homeless this Christmas! You can make a difference by

The Potchefstroom community came together in a strong show of unity and compassion on Saturday, 25 October 2025 , during the latest Vat Verniet Tafel  event held at Mooirivier Beskerming . The outreach initiative once again provided an opportunity for residents in need to receive essential items such as clothing, groceries, and household goods free of charge. Long rows of donated clothing and food supplies filled the area as volunteers assisted visitors in selecting what they

A Community Reminder on Microchipping Every week, the dedicated volunteers at Paws Haven  encounter lost and frightened animals wandering the streets - often hungry, exhausted, and dangerously close to traffic. Too many of these pets have no form of identification, making it difficult or even impossible to reunite them with their families. That’s why microchipping  has become one of the most important life-saving measures for pets. A tiny chip, no bigger than a grain of rice,

In Potchefstroom, many children face obstacles that go far beyond hunger. For them, staying in school is a daily struggle. The lack of proper uniforms, stationery, birth certificates, identity cards, or even professional assessments can stand in the way of education. But Bafenyi Trust believes that no child should be left behind because of circumstances beyond their control. Why Staying in School Matters Education is the foundation of every thriving society. When children sta

As the mid-October sun shone over Potchefstroom, Paws Haven had one of its busiest and most heartwarming weeks yet. From spreading awareness at Aardklop  to celebrating new adoptions and receiving generous community donations, the week was filled with hope, wagging tails, and reminders of how deeply local kindness continues to sustain animal welfare efforts. Paws Haven at Aardklop 🌼 Paws Haven’s team joined this year’s Aardklop Arts Festival , bringing their message of compa

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💖🙌💖🙌💖🙌💖🙌💖🙌 Carleton Jones High School is proving that leadership doesn’t only happen in classrooms or on sports fields, it also...

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Paws Haven, a local animal-welfare shelter, relies on a web of small, practical contributions to keep operations running while animals...

On 12 September 2025, the City of Matlosana demonstrated its dual commitment to social upliftment and service delivery. The day began...

Matlosana residents have witnessed a whirlwind of developments over the past week. From innovative community outreach to pressing...

On 28 August 2025, the City of Matlosana Local Municipality, through the Office of the Speaker in partnership with the Department of Home...

A Weekend of Top-Class School Cricket This past weekend, the Heritage Cricket Tournament lit up Potchefstroom High School for Boys as top...

A Centre in Crisis Amelia Aftercare Centre in Potchefstroom, which provides essential care to 119 adults with intellectual disabilities ,...

Winter Rugby Meets Warm Hearts in Potchefstroom This Saturday, 5 July 2025, rugby fans and community supporters alike are invited to Piet...