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

Potchefstroom is gearing up for one of the biggest street parties of the festive season as the highly anticipated Summer Street Bash 2025 prepares to take over Corner House Ext 3 on 6 December. The event, presented by TSA Corner House in partnership with Leepile Maplankeng, promises an unforgettable night filled with music, energy, and top tier entertainment. Designed as a free access, community inclusive celebration, the Summer Street Bash has quickly become a cultural highl

Kayo Stars FC has officially etched its name into regional football history after being crowned the 2025 DR KK Regional Women’s League Champions. This milestone marks a proud moment for the club, its players, and the community it represents. The achievement follows a season built on determination, discipline, and remarkable teamwork that captured the attention of football fans across the district. The team’s triumph is highlighted in a celebratory montage featuring players, c

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

If the school holidays are looming and a certain young person in the house has started trotting around the lounge, Saddle Up is preparing a four day Equestrian Beginners Camp this December. The camp runs from 13 to 16 December 2025, with entries closing on 5 December, so procrastinators have been gently warned. Anyone keen to enter can phone Tawani on 062-529-7088 or Iandre on 060-833-9415, or email saddleupcare@gmail.com . What the camp is about The Saddle Up Equestrian Begi

Convenient, Affordable, and Community-Focused School Essentials At School Supplies Potchefstroom, we aim to make school shopping easier for every parent, learner, and teacher in our community. Our mission is to offer high-quality, reliable school products while providing a personal, friendly shopping experience. As we grow, we continue expanding our range and improving our service to serve more schools in the Potchefstroom area. 👕 1. School Uniforms We stock a range of comfo

📘📘📘📘📘📘📘📘📘📘 Your One-Stop School Shop in the Heart of Potchefstroom At School Supplies Potchefstroom, we believe that getting your children ready for school should be simple, affordable, and stress-free. As a growing school-uniform and school-gear supplier, we are dedicated to serving families across our community with high-quality products at prices that fit every budget. Whether you're shopping for school uniforms, sports gear, or stationery, we make it easy to fin

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

A continued partnership between the Cachet Park City Improvement District (CID) and its waste-management service provider, Deswalner Recycling, is yielding significant results for the Bult area in Potchefstroom. On average, the team removes around 200 tonnes of waste per month , with roughly 140 tonnes diverted away from municipal landfills through recycling and recovery efforts.  This initiative has become a vital component of keeping the busy student district clean, safe, a

Parys gaan hierdie Desember ‘n nuwe aand-uitstappie hê, en dit kom uit ‘n plek waar mens dit dalk nie eerste sou verwag nie. Engo Najaarsrus Sentrum vir Bejaardes hou van 5 tot 7 Desember 2025 hul heel eerste Liggiefees in die tehuis se tuin. Dis ‘n community-gevoel ding, met liggies, kos, en ‘n paar oulike verrassings. Waar en wanneer gebeur dit? Die Liggiefees vind plaas by Najaarsrus in Parys, by 64 Dolfstraat. Mense kan elke aand tussen 18:00 en 22:00 kom inloer. Datums:

🏏🏆🏏🏆🏏🏆🏏🏆🏏🏆 Volkie-krieket het hul 2025-seisoen met glans en gees afgesluit tydens ’n onvergeetlike erkenningsfunksie, waar spelers, afrigters en ouers bymekaar gekom het om die jaar se prestasies te vier. Image: Volkies Potch Die aand was gevul met dankbaarheid, trots en krieketstories, van drome wat waar geword het tot ongelooflike statistieke wat Volkie-geskiedenis gemaak het. 🌟 Seisoen van Sterre Tydens die 2025-seisoen het spelers uitgestyg met: 🏏 1000 lopies

👣 ✨👣 ✨👣 ✨👣 ✨👣 ✨ By Goudkop Laerskool glo ons dat ware leierskap begin met nederigheid en diensbaarheid, en ons Leerderraad van 2026 het hul reis juis so begin. In ’n gedenkwaardige en betekenisvolle geleentheid het Tannie Reid ’n kragtige boodskap van geloof en diens gedeel, vergesel van die simboliese voete-was-seremonie. Image: Goudkop Laerskool Diens Voor Leierskap Die kern van die boodskap was eenvoudig, maar diep: Net soos JESUS, die Koningskind van God, ons geleer

Die Potch Bulldogs MCC bring hul jaarlikse “Breakfast Jol” terug Potchefstroom toe op Sondag 14 Desember 2025. Dis een van daai oggende waar bikes, breakfast en bietjie jol bymekaar kom nog voor die son regtig warm raak. Waar en wanneer? Die jol skop af om 08:00 by Loop Dorp #2 Pub & Grill op die N12 in Potchefstroom. Vir mense wat nie elke dag daai kant toe ry nie, dis langs Alfa Fruit & Veg by die ou Wild Boar-plek. Met ander woorde: as jy die N12 vat en jy ruik koffie en p