This May, the Tlokwe region has been a landscape of high-energy community celebrations, international sporting dominance, and strategic planning. As the first true frost of the winter season settles over the city, the "City of Expertise" is balancing the excitement of the upcoming Momentum Aardklop with the grit of resolving critical infrastructure challenges and humanitarian needs. The pulse of the community has been defined by a resilient spirit on the sports fields and a g

Dit was ’n historiese Classic Clash-naweek gelaai met rou emosie, dekades se skooltradisie en pure sport-manhaftigheid. Die strate van Potchefstroom het amptelik rooi en geel geverf toe Hoërskool Volkskool (Volkies) een van hul mees glansryke en betekenisvolle interskole-oorwinnings in die moderne era behaal het. Foto: Hoërskool Volkskool In die vlagskip-wedstryd van die dag het Volkies se Eerste Rugbyspan met absolute vasbyt, spankrag en taktiese vernuf ’n skitterende 34–26

Dit is daardie tyd van die jaar waar ouers belangrike besluite moet neem oor hul kinders se skoolloopbaan, en vir die opkomende Graad 1-klas van 2027 het ’n opwindende deur sopas oopgegaan. Laerskool Baillie Park het amptelik aangekondig dat hul aansoekproses vir die 2027-akademiese jaar geopen is. Foto: Laerskool Baillie Park Onder die vaandel van hul bekende leuse, "Kom groei saam by Baillies", nooi die skool voornemende ouers en hul kleintjies uit om deel te word van die u

In ’n land waar watersekerheid en effektiewe afvalbestuur al hoe belangriker word, is dit noodsaaklik om op produkte van hoë gehalte staat te maak. Flo-Tek, geleë in die hartjie van Potchefstroom, het hulself gevestig as ’n leier in die verskaffing van duursame tenkoplossings vir huishoudelike, landbou- en industriële gebruik. Foto: Flo-Tek Onder die slagspreuk, "Flow Better With Us", bied Flo-Tek ’n uitgebreide reeks tenks wat ontwerp is om aan byna enige bergingsbehoefte te

The JB Marks Local Municipality has officially released an updated load curtailment schedule effective from May 13 to May 18, 2026. This strategic intervention follows a period of heightened pressure on the local power grid, specifically involving the 66 kV infrastructure and the primary transformer at the Potch DS Substation. According to municipal notices, the rotation is a proactive measure designed to prevent total system failure while technical teams manage overheating i

Vehicle longevity and safety depend heavily on consistent, professional maintenance. By adhering to scheduled service intervals, owners can ensure their Suzuki remains as reliable as the day it left the showroom. Penta Suzuki Potchefstroom provides expert care to help drivers stay ahead of the journey with service solutions designed to keep every vehicle performing at its peak. The Suzuki Celerio The Celerio is engineered for high fuel efficiency and urban maneuverability. Re

A vital resource for residents is making the rounds on local social media, having recently been shared on a Potch WhatsApp group. This informative graphic acts as a "one-stop-shop" for emergency and municipal services within the JB Marks Local Municipality. The goal of the digital flyer is to ensure that community members have immediate access to help during infrastructure failures, medical emergencies, or security threats. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Quick-Access Emergenc

As the final weekend of April 2026 approaches, residents of Potchefstroom and the greater JB Marks Local Municipality are keeping a close eye on the horizon. According to the latest forecasts from the South African Weather Service, a significant weather system is moving across the interior, bringing a high probability of precipitation to the North West province. With scattered rainfall predicted for Saturday, April 25, and isolated showers continuing into Sunday, April 26, lo

The Community Police Forum (CPF) Executive Committee (Exco) in Potchefstroom has issued a formal invitation to the public and local stakeholders for its upcoming Station Board meeting. This gathering serves as a primary platform for the South African Police Service (SAPS) and the community to bridge the gap between law enforcement and the residents they serve. By facilitating direct dialogue, the CPF aims to strengthen "Partners in Policing," a core tenet of the organization’

Die atlete van Hoërskool Volkskool (Volkies) het op Dinsdag, 14 April 2026, hul hardloopskoene vasgebind vir die jaarlikse NWU Prestige-byeenkoms. Dit was ’n dag waar sportiewe uitnemendheid en die bekende Volkie-gees hand-aan-hand geloop het op die NWU-bane. Foto: Hoërskool Volkskool Prestasie op die Landloopbaan Die NWU Prestige-reeks is bekend as 'n platform waar die streek se top-talent byeengebring word, en die Volkies-landloopspan het nie teleurgestel nie. Met elke skof

Beplanning vir 'n spesiale geleentheid begin dikwels by die belangrikste element: die kos. Vir inwoners van Potchefstroom wat op soek is na heerlike disse gekombineer met top-diens, staan Chillmax Catering gereed om enige funksie na die volgende vlak te neem. Foto: Chillmax Spyseniering vir Elke Geleentheid Chillmax Catering spesialiseer daarin om geleenthede onvergeetlik te maak, ongeag die grootte of aard daarvan. Hul span is ervare in die hantering van 'n wye verskeidenhei

The landscape of Potchefstroom’s automotive sector is reaching a new milestone this May. One of the region's most anticipated moves is finally becoming a reality as Penta Suzuki Potchefstroom prepares to officially launch its brand-new facility at The Innovation Hub. This relocation marks a significant investment in the local community, promising a state-of-the-art destination for sales, expert servicing, and the full Suzuki experience. The Grand Opening Celebration To mark t

Die blou bloed bruis in Potchefstroom terwyl Potchefstroom Gimnasium hul amptelike nuwe ondersteuningstruie bekendgestel het. Hierdie aankondiging kom op die perfekte tydstip om die skoolgemeenskap te verenig vir een van die grootste hoogtepunte op die jaarlikse kalender: die Gimmie-Volkie-Clash. Foto; Potchefstroom Gimnasium Vir Elke Gimmie-Hart Die nuwe truie is nie net ontwerp vir diegene langs die sportveld nie, maar vir elke "Gimmie-hart"—van die akademici en kultuurlief

Die eerstespan-hokkiedogters van Hoërskool Volkskool (Volkies) gaan voort om hul oorheersing op die veld te bevestig met uitstaande vertonings in die huidige NWU-reeks. Die span het hulself nou in 'n gunstige posisie geplaas om vir 'n plek in die gesogte top 4 van die reeks mee te ding. Foto: Hoërskool Volkskool ’n Pad van Toewyding Die sukses van die Volkies-span word toegeskryf aan 'n kombinasie van strawwe voorbereiding en 'n gedissiplineerde spangees. Hul vordering in die

The JB Marks Local Municipality has officially announced the postponement of the large-scale electricity supply interruption that was originally scheduled for this coming Sunday, 12 April 2026 . In a public notice issued on Thursday, 09 April, the municipality cited "unforeseen circumstances" as the reason for the sudden change in the maintenance schedule. The planned work, which involved critical upgrades to the 132kV distribution power line , is now on hold until further no

The JB Marks Local Municipality has issued a formal notice to the public and business community regarding a widespread electricity supply interruption scheduled for Sunday, 12 April 2026 . This planned shutdown is required to facilitate essential maintenance on the 132kV distribution power line , a critical artery of the local energy grid. Technical teams are expected to begin work in the early morning, with the outage projected to last from 08h00 until late evening . Image:

The spirit of "Growing to Greatness" was on full display at The High School for Girls Potchefstroom recently, as the school hosted another successful blood drive in partnership with the South African National Blood Service (SANBS). Image: The High School for Girls Potchefstroom The halls were filled with brave young women and dedicated staff members ready to roll up their sleeves for a cause far greater than themselves. Small Acts, Massive Impact With the school holidays appr

The final full week of March has seen the Tlokwe region transform into a hub of high-performance activity and strategic community mobilization. As the golden autumn leaves settle over the Highveld, the "City of Expertise" is balancing national sporting glory against a backdrop of essential infrastructure crackdowns, profound personal loss, and a growing "safety crisis" after dark. Infrastructure & Governance: Potholes, Power, and Pumping Stations The JB Marks Local Municipali

The rhythmic sound of rain on a tin roof is often a comfort, but for the team at Paws Haven in Potchefstroom, it currently serves as a critical call to action. This local animal welfare organization is navigating a complex season defined by urgent infrastructure repairs, the departure of cherished volunteers who have emigrated, and a high-demand fundraising food stall taking place this Saturday, March 28, 2026 . Operating under the guiding principle of "local hearts helping l

The JB Marks Local Municipality has officially launched its public engagement phase for the development of the 2026/2027 Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and Budget. As a critical component of local governance in South Africa, the IDP serves as a strategic roadmap designed to align municipal planning with the actual needs and priorities of the community. Under the leadership of Executive Mayor Councillor Gaba Thithiba Ka Qhele, the municipality is calling upon residents and