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Potchefstroom Weekly Safety and Community Report (15–22 October 2025)
This week’s safety and community report provides an overview of key developments, operations, and awareness initiatives across the greater Potchefstroom area. Information was compiled from Potchefstroom First Responders and supporting local entities. The report highlights law enforcement successes, public safety awareness campaigns, community initiatives, and important updates impacting residents during the week of 15 to 22 October 2025. 15 October — Major SAPS Operation Succ

Karen Scheepers
Oct 234 min read


Weekly Overview of Potch Incidents: Accidents, Fires & Community Response
11 – 17 September 2025 The past week in Potchefstroom has once again highlighted the strength and vigilance of our community. From quick...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 183 min read


Hijacking Incidents on the Rise in North West: Motorists Urged to Stay Alert
Spike in Criminal Activity Along Major Routes Authorities and community safety groups have issued urgent warnings to motorists following...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 162 min read


Carletonville Safety & Community Update: Highlights from 1 - 10 Sept.
From security operations to school safety talks, Carletonville and the wider Merafong community have experienced a mixture of challenges...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 123 min read


Weekly Overview of Potch Incidents: Fires, Road Hazards, Community Alerts & Public Safety
This report summarises key community safety alerts, infrastructure notices, crime prevention tips, and emergency updates for the...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 112 min read


Weekly Overview of Potch Incidents: Fires, Crime, Emergency Alerts & Community Safety - 4 September
All information below was compiled from trusted alerts, incident reports, public notices, and security updates as received by First...

Karen Scheepers
Sep 43 min read


From Blue to Red: Understanding Potchefstroom’s Fire Danger Index and Why It Matters
Potchefstroom may be waking up to crisp temperatures between 2 °C and 19 °C this Tuesday, but the cold front hides a subtler threat: a...

Karen Scheepers
Jul 84 min read
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