Potchefstroom Hospital recently conducted two significant events highlighting its commitment to comprehensive patient care: a commemoration of World AIDS Day  and a successful drive to address a backlog in spectacle provision. These initiatives underscore the facility's dedication to tackling major health challenges and improving patient services. Image: Potchefstroom Hospital Commemorating World AIDS Day On Friday, December 5, 2025 , Potchefstroom Hospital held its World AID

A dramatic rescue unfolded on Friday, December 5, 2025 , after a dog was discovered trapped for days in a dangerously deep hole near Khutsong. A brave employee from the Carletonville SPCA  risked his own safety, securing the dog, now named "Survivor" , with unexpected assistance from illegal miners in a remarkable act of compassion. The dog is currently safe and searching for a loving new home. Image: Carletonville SPCA  The Distress Call and The Dangerous Pit The rescue oper

The Klerksdorp CBD became  a "hive of activity"  on Friday, December 5, 2025 , as a powerful demonstration of solidarity took place . In line with the 16 Days of Activism against Women and Child Abuse  campaign, the Library Services Department of the City of Matlosana Local Municipality   organised  a significant 4-kilometre walk  against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) , drawing in municipal employees and community members seeking justice. Extensive Stakeholder Collaboration The

The City of Matlosana , working in close partnership with the Dr Kenneth Kaunda District Municipality , successfully hosted the Thuntsa Lerole  outreach programme in Kanana Township on Friday, December 5, 2025. The initiative, held at the Narabatha IAG International Church in Kanana Extension 4, delivered a comprehensive suite of governmental services directly to the residents. Image: City of Matlosana Inter-Governmental Service Delivery The Thuntsa Lerole programme saw the p

On Thursday, December 4, 2025, the City of Matlosana , in partnership with the Matlosana Community Empowerment Forum (MACEF) , successfully hosted a dynamic and vibrant programme to mark Disability Rights Awareness Month . The event served as a powerful platform for celebrating disability inclusion and fostering greater community awareness. Image: City of Matlosana High-Level Attendance and Partnerships The significance of the event was highlighted by the attendance of key st

The Springbok Sevens team, known as the Blitzboks, successfully defended their HSBC SVNS Cape Town title, achieving a nail-biting 21-19 victory over Argentina in a hard-fought final on Sunday afternoon. This triumph made the Blitzboks the first team to ever successfully defend the Cape Town title, concluding the weekend as the only unbeaten men's side at DHL Stadium. The Final Showdown Against Argentina The final against Argentina was a tense affair, characterized by signific

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Potchefstroom  executed a successful cross-border roadblock  on the N12 highway, a critical link between Potchefstroom and the Gauteng Province on 5 December. The high-visibility operation was a concentrated effort to enforce strict law-compliance, promote road safety , and actively disrupt criminal activities  along this significant route. Leadership and Collaboration The initiative was spearheaded by Brigadier Matamela , who led a

Welcome to this week's edition of The Weekly Pulse , your comprehensive roundup of the most significant events, national developments, and local stories from the communities covered by The Go-To Guy. The start of December brought contrasting news: soaring triumphs in international rugby, a looming crisis in the pay-TV industry, and a vital moment of national reflection for World AIDS Day. This report provides a neutral and detailed summary of the key happenings, underscoring

The news that Hennie, the iconic white bull terrier and cherished companion of comedian Rikus de Beer (better known as Jonathan from Radio Raps), had passed away was met with an outpouring of national sentiment. Far from being just a family pet, Hennie was elevated to the status of a cultural figure, affectionately dubbed the “ikoniese tjom”  (iconic chum). His life, and the subsequent widespread public farewell, is a profound story of how a dog’s personality became the philo

The City of Matlosana has issued an update concerning its meter reading processes and ongoing internal operational improvements, effective from Thursday, December 4, 2025. The municipality is currently undertaking an initiative to bring meter reading functions fully back under municipal management control . This transition involves a phased approach to ensure that newly appointed meter readers are comprehensively trained to capture the most accurate readings possible. Image:

The community of Carletonville and its surrounding residential areas are facing a rapidly escalating geological crisis, with recent sinkhole incidents and neglected infrastructure drawing chilling parallels to the tragic 1964 Blyvooruitzicht disaster. Over half a century after the Oosthuizen family vanished when a massive sinkhole swallowed their home, the same warning signs are flashing brightly, fueling intense anxiety among residents. The underlying concern is the high con

The Dual Content Crisis The African pay-TV landscape is on the brink of a major contraction as MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv, confirmed the imminent removal of at least four channels from its platform, with the potential loss of an additional twelve, bringing the total to a possible 16 channels  exiting by January 1, 2026. This extensive cutback is a result of a two-pronged development: the confirmed closure of four channels by their owners and a high-stakes stalema

The week of Friday, November 28, to Wednesday, December 3, 2025, saw significant activity across various Potchefstroom community WhatsApp groups. Recurring themes centered on power outages, water supply issues, municipal finance concerns, and general community safety alerts, highlighting ongoing service delivery and local governance discussions. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations ⚡️ Power Supply and Storms Power failures dominated the chat groups this week, with multiple outages

The JB Marks Local Municipality  has issued a public notice confirming a scheduled water shutdown affecting the Ikageng Pump Station. This necessary interruption is required to facilitate a critical infrastructure upgrade: the installation of a new Water Meter and Pump Control Valve . The upgrade work is being carried out by an appointed contractor and is essential for improving the efficiency and management of the local water network. Shutdown Details and Affected Areas The

A syndicate, including two municipal employees  and two community members  from Matlosana, was arrested on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, following a collaborative investigation into allegations of fraud and corruption within the City. The arrests were made by the Hawks (Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation), stemming from an investigation led by the South African Police Service's (SAPS) organised crime team. The investigation focused on allegations that the syndicate was

The North-West University (NWU)  is strategically advancing its internationalisation goals following high-level engagements at Otago University  in New Zealand on November 28. The visit focused on strengthening academic and research ties in the rapidly evolving fields of medical training, health research, and space science. The collaboration targets practical academic touchpoints, moving beyond mere agreements toward shared teaching, student mobility, and joint scientific pro

Commuters using the R500 road  face severe and prolonged disruption after a major sinkhole opened up on the provincial route earlier today, Wednesday, December 3. The affected section of the road, located at the turn-off to Goudvlakte  just past Red Cap Ranch , has been immediately closed by authorities. Motorists are being diverted and have been issued an urgent warning to reduce speed, particularly in the current wet weather conditions, as the complex process of repair begi

This Christmas, PAWS Haven's workshop is running on pure love and tail wags. The shelter has assembled a special team of fuzzy helpers who have been tasked with the most important jobs of the season. These dedicated dogs, affectionately known as Santa's Pawsome Pit Crew, are ready to fill their forever homes with maximum sparkle, cheer, and holiday dazzle. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations The Pawsome Crew of Helpers The crew members are taking their festive roles very seriously

As the holiday and festive season approaches, residents across all communities are being reminded to exercise extra vigilance  and implement proactive security measures. The festive period often corresponds with a statistically recorded increase in criminal activity , particularly in property crimes such as house break-ins and various forms of opportunistic crime. This heightened risk is often attributed to families travelling or relaxing their usual security routines, making

The City of Matlosana has implemented significant changes to its utility billing system and introduced a new online web portal. These measures are part of the municipality's ongoing efforts to improve the accuracy  and dependability  of monthly meter readings and enhance service delivery to consumers. The updates aim to provide greater clarity on how meter readings are processed and offer residents a convenient new method for submitting their consumption data. Image: The Go-T