Merafong City Local Municipality ended Transport Month 2025 on a high note with the official handover of the completed Roads and Stormwater Project (Phase 8A)  in Khutsong Ward 2. The event, led by Executive Mayor Cllr Nozuko Best , marked a significant step forward in improving local infrastructure and advancing the Re-Imaging Merafong Vision 2035 . Image: Merafong City Leadership and Participation: The milestone ceremony was attended by key municipal leaders, including MMC

🍦🍦🍦🍦🍦🍦🍦🍦🍦🍦 Klerksdorp Hoërskool het die hartklop van gemeenskapsgees weer bewys toe hulle op ’n spesiale manier Goudkop Laerskool se graad 7-leerders gaan bederf het. Omdat die Goudkop-groep nie Dinsdagaand saam met die ander graad 7's kon kuier nie, het die KHS-span besluit om die kuier na hulle toe te neem, ysies en al! Image: Klerksdorp Hoërskool 💙 'n Koue Bederf, 'n Warm Gebaar Die KHS-raad en graad 11-leerders het, ondanks die eksamentyd, hul energie en tyd op

As Transport Month 2025 draws to a close, the JB Marks Local Municipality’s Department of Community Safety, Roads and Transport Management continues to strengthen its commitment to road safety, education, and responsible driving. In partnership with the South African Police Service (SAPS), Blue Ribbon, and the Road Accident Fund (RAF), the municipality successfully launched a series of Drinking and Driving/Walking Awareness Campaigns across Potchefstroom and Ventersdorp, foll

🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♀️ Net na die kort vakansie het die atlete van SB Atletiekklub geen tyd gemors nie, hul het met ywer en trots deelgeneem aan die gesogte Wildeklawer Grey/Oranje Atletiekbyeenkoms in Bloemfontein, gehou oor die naweek van 17 Oktober 2025. Teen van die land se top mededingers het hulle nie net hul plek gevat nie, maar medaljes en ereplekke huis toe gebring! Image: Hoërskool Fochville 🥇 Medalje-Oes vir Fochies Kevin de Br

💼 💼 💼 💼 💼 💼 💼 💼 💼 💼 Badirile Secondary School is beaming with pride as several of its top achievers have scored 80% and above in Business Studies! These learners have shown what’s possible when hard work meets determination, and the results speak for themselves. Image: Badirile Secondary School 🌟 A Celebration of Excellence Achieving 80%+ in a subject as demanding as Business Studies is no small feat. It requires consistent effort, strong analytical thinking, and a

On Saturday, 1 November 2025, the Springboks powered their way to a punishing 61-7 victory over Japan at Wembley Stadium in London, launching their five-Test European tour with both authority and ambition. In slippery, rain-soaked conditions, South Africa scored eight tries (plus a penalty try), demonstrating a familiar blend of physical dominance, precision execution and depth across the squad. The win sent a clear message to their upcoming opponents, France, Italy, Ireland

Tiki Taka Sports Academy is set to host an exciting youth football event, the Friendship Cup (Under 13), at Ikageng Stadium in Potchefstroom. This eagerly anticipated tournament promises a day filled with sportsmanship, teamwork, and young talent on display. Building Bonds Through Football The Friendship Cup aims to bring together some of South Africa’s most promising young footballers in a spirit of unity and competition. Four academies will participate in this year’s event:

🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏 Potchefstroom Gimnasium’s cricket teams made their mark this week in the highly competitive Noordvaal semifinals, with all three teams showcasing true Gimmie grit and determination. It was a proud day for the school, with the U.15A team delivering a clutch win to secure their spot in the final. Image: Potchefstroom Gimnasium 🟢 U.15A Boys Blaze Into the Final Match Result:  Gimmies beat Hoërskool Waterkloof by 4 wickets Waterkloof:  97 all out Gimmies: 98

🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶 Potchefstroom Gimnasium’s Music Centre is striking the first chord for 2026 by inviting all prospective and aspiring musicians to their upcoming Open Day. Whether you dream of mastering the violin, keeping rhythm on the drums, or simply exploring your passion for music, this is your moment to start your journey. Image: Potchefstroom Gimnasium 🎻 Why Attend? The Open Day offers learners and parents the perfect opportunity to: Explore a range of musical ins

The Proteas Women have etched their names in cricketing history, concluding the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 as runners-up after a thrilling final against hosts India at the Dr DY Patil Sports Academy in Navi Mumbai. Despite falling short by 52 runs in the title decider, South Africa’s campaign will be remembered as a story of courage, resilience, and record-breaking brilliance. A Journey That Redefined South African Women’s Cricket For the first time ever, South Africa

🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 The High School for Girls Potchefstroom has once again made its mark, this time on the international stage, with outstanding results at the 2025 BOLD International Round. Competing against students from across the globe, Girls High learners showcased world-class talent in the creative arts, earning top honours and multiple Diamond awards. Image: High School for Girls Potchefstroom 🎭 A Celebration of Artistry and Expression From visual art to theatre, poe

The City of Matlosana, through its Local Economic Development (LED) Directorate, has reaffirmed its commitment to inclusive growth by hosting a specialised skills development training workshop for Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) operating within the disability sector. The four-day programme, conducted in partnership with the Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT), took place from 28 to 31 October 2025 at the Protea Hote

The City of Matlosana Local Municipality’s Finance Department has announced the launch of new communication channels for submitting meter readings, effective immediately. The update aims to streamline data collection, improve response times, and enhance efficiency in the billing process for residents and businesses across Klerksdorp and surrounding areas. Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Details of the Update: Residents are now required to send their meter readings through the

⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽⚽ Carleton Jones High School is beaming with pride as one of its own, Shaun Els, reaches a major milestone in his football journey. From weekend tournaments to national recognition, Shaun’s path is a testament to talent, dedication, and perseverance. Image: Carleton Jones High School 🏆 Rising Through the Ranks Shaun’s football journey began on local pitches, where his skills quickly caught attention. He soon found himself competing in the Gauteng Development League,

On 12 December 2025, the community-driven celebration that is LiggieFees@Potch – held at the grounds of the Abraham Kriel Children’s Home in Potchefstroom, culminates with a performance by Afrikaans pop icon Kurt Darren. His appearance promises to bring both sparkle and significance to the evening. Image (Facebook ): Kurt Darren A Proven Musical Force Kurt Darren (born Kurt Johan van Heerden on 19 February 1970 in Pretoria) is a household name in South African music. His prof

🏏 🏏 🏏 🏏🏏 🏏🏏 🏏🏏 🏏 Volkies Potch is vol trots nadat 11 van hul talentvolle krieketspelers gekies is om Noordwes te verteenwoordig by die komende provinsiale kriekettoernooie. Hierdie prestasie is ’n groot mylpaal en bevestig die harde werk, toewyding en talent wat deur die loop van die seisoen op en van die veld gewys is. Image: Volkies Potch 🌟 Trotse Verteenwoordiging Om opgeneem te word in ’n provinsiale span is geen geringe prestasie nie. Hierdie elf spelers het n

On Thursday evening, 11 December 2025 , the heart of Potchefstroom will glow a little brighter as the annual LiggieFees@Potch returns to the grounds of the Abraham Kriel Children’s Home. And Armand Hofmeyr is set to deliver a performance that blends youthful energy, rich heritage and festive spirit, making his slot a true highlight in this community-curated celebration. Image (Facebook): Armand Hofmeyr A Rising Star with Roots Armand Hofmeyr carries the legacy of his family n

🏏 🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏 🏏🏏🏏 Laerskool M.L. Fick se U/13B-krieketspan het hul plek in die eindstryd losgeslaan met 'n puik vertoning in die semi-finaal teen Elandskraal! In 'n wedstryd gevul met slim spel en spanpoging, het die Emmies seuns geseëvier met 'n oorwinning van 7 paaltjies. Image: Laerskool M.L. Fick 💥 HJ Pretorius Skitter as Speler van die Wedstryd Met sy skerp en doeltreffende boulwerk het HJ Pretorius die Elandskraal-span in toom gehou en die momentum Emmies se k

🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏 The North West Dragons delivered a power-packed performance with the bat at Newlands Cricket Ground, but despite posting a competitive total, WSB Western Province edged home with a 4-wicket win in Game 3 of the CSA T20 Challenge. Image: North West Dragons 🔥 Batting Blitz: Rosier & Schuld Shine The Dragons’ innings was lit up by two standout performances: Diego Rosier  smashed a commanding 73 off 48 balls , lacing his knock with 9 fours and 2 sixes .

🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏🏏 The North West Dragons Women’s team took to their home ground at JB Marks Oval with fire in their hearts, but despite moments of resistance, it was WSB Western Province Women who came out on top with a 75-run victory. Image: North West Dragons Cricket 🔥 First Innings: Western Province Build Steady Total Batting first, Western Province made a composed start before the Dragons fought back with key wickets. At the halfway mark, the visitors were 52/3, w