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

🎀🎀🎀🎀🎀🎀🎀🎀🎀🎀 The pink ribbon is the international symbol of breast cancer awareness. It plays a central role during October’s “Cancer Awareness Month,” a global initiative aimed at promoting support for cancer patients and encouraging early detection. Image; The Go-to Guy Creations The Reality of Cancer in South Africa Cancer is one of the world’s leading health challenges, causing approximately 10 million deaths globally each year. In South Africa, about 44 000 death

☀️ ☀️ ☀️ ☀️☀️ ☀️☀️ ☀️ Solar energy is booming across South Africa, and for good reason. With load-shedding, rising electricity costs, and growing awareness around sustainability, more households and businesses are turning to solar. But despite its popularity, a few myths still stop people from fully embracing the power of the sun. Let’s set the record straight. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations 🔋 Myth 1: Solar Power Doesn’t Work on Cloudy or Rainy Days Many assume that solar pa

Consecutive Mechanical and Infrastructure Challenges The JB Marks Local Municipality  has provided an updated report on ongoing service disruptions  affecting both refuse collection  and water supply  across parts of the municipality.The situation began on Monday, 13 October 2025 , when multiple refuse removal trucks  experienced mechanical breakdowns, causing missed collections across four routes. On Tuesday, 14 October 2025 , the impact extended further as additional vehicl

💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃 Hulle het gekom. Hulle het gedans. Hulle het met trots oorwin, met hart en geesdrif. Laerskool Baillie Park se splinternuwe Baillies Dansakademie het op 20 September 2025 hul amptelike debuut gemaak tydens die A-Arts Dansfees in Potchefstroom, en wat 'n daverende begin was dit nie! Image: Laerskool Baillie Park Vir baie van die jong dansers was dit hul heel eerste kompetisie, en hulle het dit met selfvertroue en ware Baillie-gees aangepak. 🌟 ’n Fees van

Residents and motorists in Potchefstroom are advised to take note of temporary road closures and traffic adjustments  taking place this coming Saturday, 18 October 2025 , during the OAKtober Family OakRun  on the Bult. Hosted by the Oak Avenue Interest Group  in collaboration with Potchefstroom Central School , the event will run from 07:30 to 09:30 , and aims to bring families, students, and community members together for a morning of fitness and fun, while also supporting l

The North-West University (NWU) continues to affirm its place as a powerhouse of talent, not just in academics but in the arts. This October, two of its brightest dance stars are preparing to take their passion across borders, while the university’s orchestral and vocal performers recently brought the Momentum Aardklop Nasionale Kunstefees to a breathtaking close. Tebogo Baas and Matlhogonolo Bodibe to Represent SA at World Dance Championships Dedication, rhythm, and teamwork

All the information in this report was obtained through Potchefstroom First Responders , who continue to serve as a reliable community...

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Potchefstroom has once again become the center of military sporting excellence as the Chief of the South African National Defence Force’s...

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