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Matlosana Municipality Responds to Sewer Spillage Concerns in Orkney
The City of Matlosana undertook an urgent response operation in Orkney on Thursday, 30 October 2025 , following community reports of ongoing sewer spillages affecting residential and business areas. The visit formed part of the municipality’s ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure maintenance and ensure service delivery efficiency across the region. Image: City of Matlosana Site Inspection and Maintenance Work The Member of the Mayoral Committee (MMC) for Local Economic

Karen Scheepers
Oct 312 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 304 min read


JB Marks Municipality Ramps Up Service Delivery While Managing Major Water Infrastructure Emergency
The JB Marks Local Municipality has released its latest daily progress report, highlighting steady progress across core service departments while grappling with an unprecedented water-infrastructure crisis that has left several reservoirs at critical levels. Image: JB Marks 🛣️ Roads and Infrastructure: Progress Despite Weather Setbacks The Road Patching Unit , led by supervisors Masilo Bennett Isaka and Gift Lebele , achieved strong results on Motshwaro Lekoma Street desp

Karen Scheepers
Oct 293 min read


Faulty Transformer Causes Major Power Outage Across Klerksdorp
Large parts of Klerksdorp have been left without electricity following a high-voltage transformer fault on Eskom’s supply line , affecting several residential and commercial areas since early Wednesday morning. According to a statement issued by the City of Matlosana Local Municipality , the fault originated from Eskom’s high-voltage infrastructure , which supplies power to key distribution zones within the city. The municipality has confirmed that Eskom technicians are cur

Karen Scheepers
Oct 292 min read


Repair Work Continues at Ikageng Water Pump Station 7
The JB Marks Local Municipality has confirmed that repair work remains ongoing at Ikageng Water Pump Station 7 , following a mechanical breakdown that disrupted water supply to several parts of the city earlier this week. The breakdown affected water pumping to the Ikageng West Reservoir , leaving areas such as Ikageng Proper (Old Ikageng) and Potch Industria with low pressure or no water since the weekend. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations ⚙️ Mechanical Breakdown and Immedi

Karen Scheepers
Oct 292 min read


City of Matlosana Intensifies Accelerated Service Delivery Across Key Areas
The City of Matlosana has continued its citywide accelerated service delivery programme, undertaking a series of coordinated infrastructure, maintenance, and public health improvement projects across the municipality. Between 23 and 28 October 2025 , multiple departments, including Electrical Engineering, Roads and Stormwater, Community Services, and Technical Infrastructure, carried out essential operations in both the Klerksdorp CBD and surrounding townships. Image: City

Karen Scheepers
Oct 292 min read


Progress and Pressure: JB Marks Pushes Ahead Amid Water and Infrastructure Challenges
JB Marks Local Municipality released its latest Service Delivery Progress Report on 27 October 2025 , detailing key achievements, infrastructure milestones, and urgent interventions across several departments. While significant strides were made in paving, waste management, and water services, officials acknowledged serious challenges affecting water systems in Ventersdorp and Ikageng. Image: JB Marks 🛣️ Infrastructure and Roads: Final Phase Nears Completion The municipali

Karen Scheepers
Oct 284 min read


Storm Damage and Community Action in Klerksdorp and Matlosana
Jouberton power outage and voluntary pothole repairs highlight twin challenges of infrastructure and service delivery Over the past weekend in the City of Matlosana region and neighbouring Klerksdorp township of Alabama, two parallel stories emerged that speak to both community resilience and ongoing infrastructure stress. First, a storm damaged a flood-light at a local garage and left parts of Jouberton without electricity. Second, residents in Alabama took it upon themselve

Karen Scheepers
Oct 272 min read


Merafong City: Executive Mayor Leads Joint Operation to Enforce By-Laws and Strengthen Community Safety
The Executive Mayor of the Merafong City Local Municipality, Cllr Nozuko Best, led a comprehensive enforcement operation aimed at upholding municipal by-laws and ensuring compliance with the Credit Control Policy. The initiative formed part of the municipality’s broader strategy to strengthen governance, promote accountability, and improve service delivery across communities. Mayor Best was joined by several Members of the Mayoral Committee (MMCs), including MMC Moyeni (Finan

Karen Scheepers
Oct 242 min read


Carletonville Weekly Roundup: Police Breakthroughs, Service Delivery Struggles, and Community Triumphs
The past week in Carletonville was marked by significant developments across community safety, infrastructure, education, and social initiatives. From key police breakthroughs and public safety concerns to inspiring youth achievements and ongoing municipal challenges, residents witnessed both progress and pressing issues shaping local life. The following report provides an objective overview of notable events from October 15 to 22, 2025. Image: The Go-To-Guy Creations Law Enf

Karen Scheepers
Oct 234 min read


Weekly Community Report: Infrastructure, Safety, and Local Updates
This week’s community communications across various JB Marks municipal wards highlighted several ongoing service delivery matters and local initiatives. Information was gathered from multiple ward WhatsApp groups to provide residents with a clear overview of municipal operations, maintenance progress, and neighbourhood activities. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Infrastructure and Maintenance Progress Multiple wards reported updates on essential municipal services, particularl

Karen Scheepers
Oct 233 min read


City of Matlosana Releases Updated Weekly Waste Collection Schedule for Klerksdorp
Keeping Klerksdorp Clean and Green The City of Matlosana Local Municipality has announced its updated Weekly Waste Collection Schedule for Klerksdorp , reinforcing its commitment to maintaining clean, healthy, and sustainable communities across the city. The revised schedule aims to improve efficiency in waste removal, reduce illegal dumping, and ensure that all neighbourhoods receive consistent waste collection services. Municipal officials emphasised that the new schedule

Karen Scheepers
Oct 212 min read


City of Matlosana Engages Jacaranda Residents in Thuntsa Lerole Service Delivery Drive
The City of Matlosana held a Thuntsa Lerole community feedback session in Jacaranda, focusing on service delivery, infrastructure, and community development. The initiative forms part of the municipality’s ongoing effort to strengthen direct engagement with residents and bring government services closer to communities. During the event, Executive Mayor Cllr Fikile Mahlophe urged residents to register for indigent subsidies, emphasizing how these support programs are vital in

Karen Scheepers
Oct 202 min read


Planned Water Shutdown in Potch Industria: Coordinated Maintenance and Leak Repair Efforts Underway
The JB Marks Local Municipality has announced a scheduled water supply shutdown on Monday, 20 October 2025 , affecting Potch Industria , Ikageng Proper , and surrounding areas. The temporary interruption is part of a planned project to replace dysfunctional valves at the Ikageng Water Pump Station , aimed at improving long-term water reliability and pressure. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations In addition to the municipal maintenance, Ward 15 representatives have confirmed a

Karen Scheepers
Oct 173 min read


Potch WhatsApp Weekly Service Delivery & Safety Update
Covering Key Alerts and Resident Concerns Potchefstroom residents were once again quick to raise concerns and share alerts on their local WhatsApp groups this past week. From malfunctioning traffic lights and refuse collection delays to fire hazards and electricity billing confusion, the community's digital conversations offered a real-time reflection of daily service challenges and safety risks. This update highlights the most significant issues that affected neighbourhoods

Karen Scheepers
Oct 163 min read


Residents Urged to Submit Own Meter Readings as Matlosana Contract Ends
Residents across Klerksdorp and surrounding towns will soon be required to take charge of their own water and electricity meter readings , following the expiry of a key municipal service contract. The change, which takes effect from 1 November , comes after the City of Matlosana’s agreement with Mosekate Trading and Projects Company concluded at the end of September. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations ⚙️ Background: End of a Service Contract The contract between Matlosana Munici

Karen Scheepers
Oct 152 min read


City of Matlosana intensifies efforts to prevent blockages and improve sanitation
Strengthening Essential Infrastructure The City of Matlosana has launched a sewer maintenance operation in Kanana , aimed at clearing blockages and restoring the smooth flow of wastewater through the local sewer network. The operation began on Monday, 13 October 2025 , and forms part of the municipality’s ongoing efforts to maintain essential infrastructure and ensure public health and hygiene within residential communities. Image: City of Matlosana Clearing Blockages and Pr

Karen Scheepers
Oct 152 min read


Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality Announces Office Relocations to Improve Service Delivery
The Dr. Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality (DKKDM) has officially announced the relocation of several of its political and administrative offices across the district in an effort to streamline operations and improve service delivery for residents. The move, which affects departments in Orkney, Stilfontein, Leeudoringstad, and Klerksdorp, is part of the municipality’s ongoing plan to enhance accessibility and efficiency within its governance structures. Image: The Go-To Guy

Karen Scheepers
Oct 132 min read


Kanana Experiences Temporary Water Interruption During Major Line Repair
The City of Matlosana Local Municipality has confirmed the successful completion of urgent water line repairs in Kanana , following a...

Karen Scheepers
Oct 92 min read


JB Marks Municipality Restores Systems and Accelerates Community Service Delivery
The JB Marks Local Municipality has confirmed that all municipal systems have been fully restored and are operating normally following...

Karen Scheepers
Oct 83 min read
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