With the festive season fast approaching, the Vat Verniet Tafel is intensifying its efforts to create special moments for families in need. The current focus is on assembling comprehensive food hampers for parents and individual joy packages for children. The team emphasises that continued community support is crucial to making this day truly special. Immediate Needs: Items for Family Hampers The organisation is specifically calling for donations of essential goods to fill th

The Potchefstroom Fire Protection Association had embarked on a major 800-hectare block burn project, a meticulously planned two-week operation aimed at clearing old grass and preparing fire breaks. Image: Trauma First Responder Chaplaincy The Unexpected Turn On October 7, 2025, what began as a routine day of burning and fire break preparation took a sudden, dangerous turn. As the day progressed, unexpected high winds whipped up, causing a section of the prepared fire break t

The City of Matlosana  has officially initiated a monumental economic and energy transformation, announcing billions of rands in renewable energy investments set to establish it as a premier clean energy hub  in the North West Province. Following a comprehensive press conference hosted by the Local Economic Development (LED) Directorate, the municipality confirmed that construction on large-scale solar projects, marking the city's most substantial investment wave in over a de

Stakeholders, community members, and supporters from across Potchefstroom gathered this week in a powerful show of unity to honour the life of 17-year-old Kelebogile Matlasenyane and other victims of gender-based violence. The gathering formed part of a broader restorative justice initiative aimed at supporting affected families while reinforcing the community’s shared commitment to combating violence against women and children. Community Gathering Focused on Healing and Soli

Large parts of Potchefstroom are currently experiencing a power outage, with the municipal electricity department confirming that efforts to restore supply are temporarily stalled due to severe weather conditions. 🛑 Restoration Efforts Delayed by Severe Weather The power outage was reported to municipal electricians around 14:30. While the fault has been identified and the department is aware of the situation, the ongoing storm has made working conditions unsafe for maintena

North West Delegates Forge United Front for NGC The African National Congress (ANC) in the North West province successfully concluded its two-day Provincial General Council (PGC)  on November 30, following intensive strategic deliberations held at the Potchefstroom Banquet Hall. Convened under the guidance of ANC National Chairperson, Cde. Gwede Mantashe, and NEC Deployee, Cde. Mduduzi Manana, the PGC was a critical step in preparing the provincial delegation for the upcoming

Residents in the Khuma area have been notified of a scheduled temporary interruption to the water supply  set to take place on Tuesday, 02 December 2025 . The interruption is necessary due to planned Eskom maintenance  affecting municipal infrastructure. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations ⚠️ Details of the Interruption The City of Matlosana Municipality issued the advisory to ensure residents are prepared for the fourteen-hour interruption period. Date:  Tuesday, 02 December 2025

The Matlosana National Fresh Produce Market successfully hosted a dynamic Farmers Market Day on Friday, 28 November 2025, at the Matlosana Mall. The event served as a critical platform aimed at boosting local enterprise and connecting small-scale producers directly with consumers and stakeholders. Image: The City of Matlosana 🥕 Platform for Emerging Farmers and SMMEs The day-long market attracted a wide array of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMMEs) and emerging farmers from

The Springbok Women's Sevens ‘A’ side delivered a strong and unbeaten performance across the first two days of the International Invitational tournament at the Emirates Dubai 7's, maintaining a perfect record through the pool stages to secure a spot in the semi-finals. Dubai Debut Success The South Africans began the day with a narrow but determined 12-10 win over the LV Hammerheads. Despite a sluggish start, which included an early yellow card for Leigh Fortuin and conceding

December 1st is globally recognised as World AIDS Day, a critical moment for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show support for those living with the virus, and commemorate those who have lost their lives to AIDS-related illnesses. Instituted in 1988, it was the first-ever global health day and remains one of the most significant observances dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic and encouraging progress in prevention, treatment, and care. Imag

Residents of Potchefstroom will have access to mobile Smart ID services from 2 to 4 December 2025 as the Department of Home Affairs brings ID card processing directly to local community halls. The outreach programme is coordinated in partnership with JB Marks Local Municipality and aims to reduce long queues at Home Affairs offices and improve service accessibility for residents across the region. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Purpose of the Mobile ID Campaign The initiativ

The JB Marks Local Municipality has announced the launch of its Arrive Alive Festive Campaign, a seasonal road safety initiative aimed at reducing accidents and encouraging responsible driving during the busy holiday period. The programme forms part of the municipality’s broader efforts to improve community safety across Ventersdorp and Potchefstroom, supported by the Department of Community Safety, Roads & Transport Management. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Leadership Behin

The JB Marks Local Municipality has issued a public notice confirming a planned water shutdown in Potchefstroom on Wednesday, 3 December 2025. The interruption is required to install a new Pressure Relief Valve (PRV) on MC Rhoode Road, following ongoing supply challenges attributed to a defective existing valve. Residents across multiple neighbourhoods are advised to prepare for the temporary disruption and store adequate water ahead of the scheduled maintenance. Image: The G

The Springbok Sevens team experienced another turbulent weekend at the Emirates Dubai 7's, a venue that has historically delivered triumph upon triumph for the 11-time champions. This year, however, the Blitzboks once again stepped away from their favourite desert stage without a place in the semi-finals, falling short in Pool A against Fiji and Argentina despite a promising start. Their recovery on day two showcased improved accuracy and intent, but the overall outcome highl

The Springboks ended their extraordinary 2025 season with a 73–0 demolition of Wales  at a packed Principality Stadium in Cardiff, a performance that underlined South Africa’s unrivalled power, depth, and consistency across a year that delivered a second consecutive unbeaten November tour. With 11 tries , a dominant forward platform, and another masterful outing from Sacha Feinberg-Mngomezulu , the world champions closed their campaign with emphasis, authority, and a statemen

This week’s Weekly Pulse  brings together the stories, successes and pressing realities shaping Potchefstroom and its surrounding communities. From determined civic action and youth achievements to critical municipal updates, creative showcases and moments of compassion, the region once again demonstrated its remarkable balance of resilience and progress. Each neighbourhood contributed its own heartbeat to the week’s narrative, reminding us that even amid difficulty, collabor

The Potchefstroom community has been invited to take part in a candlelight vigil on Monday,1 December at the Potchefstroom Court. The gathering forms part of the international 16 Days of Activism for No Violence Against Women and Children , a campaign that highlights the ongoing crisis of gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide across South Africa. Local organisers encourages residents to stand together in solidarity, remembrance, and collective action. Image: The Go-To Guy

On Tuesday, 18 November 2025, the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) released an extensive Investigative Report detailing systemic service delivery failures across several municipalities in the North West Province. The report follows a large-scale investigation conducted by the SAHRC’s North West Provincial Office after numerous complaints were lodged regarding chronic breakdowns in basic services. According to the Commission, the state of municipal governance in t

The National Consumer Commission (NCC) issued an urgent alert on 21 November 2025, notifying pet owners across South Africa of the recall of several dry dog and cat food products manufactured by RCL Foods. The recall affects more than 55,352 bags  of well-known pet food brands produced between 26–29 May , 4–5 June , and 17 June 2025 . Laboratory testing identified elevated levels of Deoxynivalenol (DON) , a naturally occurring mycotoxin in maize, in certain batches used durin

The City of Matlosana has intensified its accelerated service delivery programme this week, with multiple technical departments conducting essential work across several suburbs. From road grading and resurfacing to sewer-line maintenance and street-light repairs, the municipality’s teams have been dispatched throughout the region to address critical infrastructure needs as directed by the Executive Mayor and Council. Image: Office of the Executive Mayor City of Matlosana Loca