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Innidorp se Vakansiepret is Back by Popular Demand
Die vakansie is hier, en Innidorp in Fochville bring weer hul gewilde Vakansie Program terug vir die jongspan. Hierdie is goeie nuus vir ouers wat soek na 'n veilige en prettige uitspanplek vir die kinders, asook vir die kids wat net wil chill en speel. Tye, Tariewe en Toegang Die program is spesifiek gemik op kinders tussen 6 en 13 jaar oud. Datums: 10 Desember 2025. Tyd: Die pret skop af om 09:30 en duur tot 14:00. Koste: Dit kos R180.00 per dag per kind. Wat is Ingesluit?

Amanda Bekker
Dec 9, 20252 min read


Why the Real Value of Solar Lies in the Long Game
The South African residential and commercial landscape has changed forever. Rooftop solar is no longer a luxury; it is a necessity for business continuity and household sanity. However, as the market matures, a new truth is emerging: the day a solar system is switched on is not the finish line, it is merely the starting gun. Image: The Go-to guy Creations A solar power system is a sophisticated micro-power plant. It is a significant financial asset, often costing as much as a

Yolandi Botes
Dec 9, 20253 min read


Get Ready to Be Sauced Up! The Ultimate Hip Hop Fest Hits Potchefstroom!
The festive season is about to reach a scorching high! Get ready for the Sauced Up Hip Hop Fest, set to ignite Trim Park, Potchefstroom (018) on Tuesday, 26 December 2025. This is not just a party; it's a full-on cultural experience featuring a massive line-up of South Africa's hottest hip-hop, amapiano, and rap talent. If you're looking for the ultimate way to spend your public holiday, look no further! 🔥 The Line-Up: An All-Star Cast Prepare for an unforgettable day and ni

Tshepiso Mogorosi
Dec 9, 20251 min read


LiggieFees 2025 - ‘n Ware skouspel van ligte
Nes elke Desember is daar groot opwinding, nie net omdat dit die Kersseisoen is nie, maar omdat dit weer tyd is vir Abraham Kriel Kinderhuis se LiggieFees. Hordes mense besoek elke aand die gronde vanaf 28 November - 31 Desember om die skouspel van liggies te beleef. 'n Spesiale jaar Vanjaar se LiggieFees is besonder spesiaal - dit is die fees se tiende bestaansjaar. Wat begin het met ‘n paar duisend liggies, groot drome en ‘n groter verwagting, het ontplof in miljoene liggie

Johané
Dec 9, 20252 min read


Soul Providers All Black Party: A Festive Outdoor Experience in Potchefstroom!
Refiloe Pub is set to host an electrifying event, the Soul Providers All Black Party, promising an unforgettable outdoor experience in Potchefstroom. Scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, 2025, the party boasts an impressive line-up of performers, offering a fantastic festive treat for attendees. Best of all, entrance to this spectacular event is FREE! Featured Artists and DJs 🎧 The event features a stellar roster of talent ready to keep the crowd moving. The lineup includes:

Tshepiso Mogorosi
Dec 9, 20251 min read


Imperial Specialist Cleaning Services: Potchefstroom’s Year-End Sparkle
Imperial Specialist Cleaning Services in Potchefstroom offers a one-stop solution for year-end cleaning, delivering spotless results for homes and businesses alike. Their friendly, highly trained team specializes in windows, solar panels, and carpets, ensuring every surface shines without streaks or residue. Image(Created) : The Go-To Guy As the year 2025 draws to a close , and holiday plans begin , now is the perfect time to give your property a deep clean. By scheduling ser

Charlene Bekker
Dec 8, 20253 min read


NWU Gallery Kicks Off 2026 with A Re Bopeng
The NWU Gallery is setting the tone for the New Year by hosting a solo ceramic exhibition that will have art lovers flocking to the campus. Kicking off the gallery's 2026 calendar, the exhibition, titled "A Re Bopeng," features the work of artist Mpho Gorewang. - 28 January A Date for Your Diary The formal opening of the exhibition is scheduled for Wednesday, 28 January 2026, at 18:00. The gallery, situated in Building F16G on the NWU Potchefstroom campus, will host the event

Amanda Bekker
Dec 8, 20251 min read


Curro Represents Dr. KK at Regional Showdown
While many sports rely on speed and physical strength, the battle for supremacy on the 64 squares of a chessboard requires a different kind of endurance: mental fortitude, strategic foresight, and nerves of steel. Image: Curro Klerksdorp Curro Klerksdorp has announced with great pride that three of its sharpest minds have been selected to represent not only the school but the entire Dr. Kenneth Kaunda (Dr. KK) District. A Battle of Wits at the Emerald Liam Abraham, Chathem Ap

Yolandi Botes
Dec 8, 20251 min read


Potch Fighters Named in National Team
For any athlete, earning your national colors is the ultimate accolade. It represents the culmination of countless early mornings, grueling training sessions, and unyielding discipline. For the RCFAI Potch ICE-Team, that dream has officially become a reality for two of their standout fighters. Image: RCFAI Potch ICE-Team The club announced today that Eben van Eeden and Duvan Vermaak have been selected for the 2026 National Team. The Pinnacle of the Sport Ring Contact Fighting

Yolandi Botes
Dec 8, 20251 min read


AJ Brits Oorheers die Water vir Wesvalia
In die wêreld van mededingende swem en lewensredding is dit reeds 'n reuse prestasie om 'n medalje te wen. Om ses goue medaljes op een dag te verower, is uitsonderlik. Maar om daardie ses goue medaljes te kombineer met ses nuwe persoonlike beste tye (PB's), grens aan die ongelooflike. Image: Hoërskool Wesvalia Dit is presies wat AJ Brits, 'n trotse leerder van Hoërskool Wesvalia, die afgelope naweek vermag het tydens die Gauteng North Lifesaving Prestige Gala. 'n Volmaakte Ve

Yolandi Botes
Dec 8, 20251 min read


Merafong Water Crisis Deepens Amid Payment Non-Compliance and Rand Water Restrictions
The Merafong City Local Municipality issued a Public Notice on December 7, 2025, informing residents that the water supply situation across the municipality remained critical. This severe status is attributed to ongoing bulk water restrictions implemented by Rand Water. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Financial and Operational Challenges Rand Water reduced bulk supply to Merafong by 40% due to the Municipality’s non-compliance with the agreed debt repayment plan. This restrict

Karen Scheepers
Dec 8, 20252 min read


Oos-Driefontein Achieves Admin Perfection
In the world of education, the end of the fourth term is often synonymous with administrative chaos. It is a period defined by endless marking, data capturing, and the high-pressure environment of finalizing promotion schedules for the Department of Education. Image: Laerskool Oos-Driefontein However, Laerskool Oos-Driefontein has bucked the trend of year-end stress by achieving the "holy grail" of school administration: a successful, one-time submission. A flawless Finish Th

Yolandi Botes
Dec 8, 20251 min read


Fatal Electrocution in Kokosi: Public Warning Issued After High-Voltage Incident
The Local Municipality issued a Public Notice regarding a fatal electrical incident that occurred in the early hours of Friday, December 5, 2025, in the Extension 1 Ring Breaker area involving a high-voltage electrical installation. An unidentified male individual was tragically electrocuted in the incident. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Details of the Incident and Investigation The incident occurred at approximately 03:00. According to preliminary information, the individua

Karen Scheepers
Dec 8, 20252 min read


MSME Investment Pre-Summit Workshop Boosts Business Readiness
The JB Marks Local Municipality - Local Economic and Rural Development Department , in collaboration with the Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT), successfully hosted a build-up workshop on Friday, December 5, 2025 . The initiative was specifically designed to empower local Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) ahead of the upcoming Provincial Mega Expo scheduled for December 9–10, 2025. Image: JB Marks Capacity Building

Karen Scheepers
Dec 8, 20252 min read


Van die Eikebaan na die URC
Dit is nie elke dag dat ’n skool kan spog dat een van hul oud-leerders die man in die middel is tydens ’n internasionale rugbykragmeting nie. Hoërskool Volkskool Potchefstroom het vandag met groot trots aangekondig dat Hanru van Rooyen, ’n lid van die matriekklas van 2017, sy buiging as skeidsregter in die Verenigde Rugbykampioenskap (URC) gaan maak. Im age: Hoërskool Volkskool Potchefstroom ’n Vuurdoop in ’n Derby Van Rooyen se debuut op 20 Desember 2025 is nie sommer enige

Yolandi Botes
Dec 8, 20251 min read


TMT Legacy Tavern Presents: Mahika Mahikeng 2025 Cultural Music Festival Activation
TMT Legacy Tavern in Potchefstroom is set to host an unforgettable cultural music experience with the Mahika Mahikeng 2025 Cultural Music Festival Activation. This vibrant event promises a day filled with incredible music and activation on Monday, the 8th of December '25. The festival is geared up to deliver a stellar entertainment lineup featuring some of the most dynamic artists and DJs in the scene. Attendees can look forward to performances from: GIINJA FLAME SOXMATICZ VX

Tshepiso Mogorosi
Dec 8, 20251 min read


Pont de Val parkrun: Kicking Off Your Weekend the Lekker Way
The weekend starts proper for many South Africans when the alarm goes off on a Saturday morning, not for work, but for the local parkrun. For those in the Free State area, or just popping by, the Pont de Val parkrun offers a refreshing, free, and timed 5-kilometre event every week. This isn't about setting world records; it's about getting out there, moving the chassis, and sharing a jol with the community. Same Time, Same Place, Every Week Mark your calendars, or better yet,

Amanda Bekker
Dec 8, 20252 min read


Potchefstroom Hospital Combines AIDS Awareness with Spectacle Backlog Clearance
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

Karen Scheepers
Dec 8, 20252 min read


SPCA Staff Rescues Dog from Deep Khutsong Pit
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

Karen Scheepers
Dec 8, 20252 min read


Klerksdorp Marched for Justice: Municipal Employees and Community United Against GBV
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

Karen Scheepers
Dec 8, 20252 min read
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