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

Amelia Nasorgsentrum has experienced a week filled with generosity, joy, celebration, and the true spirit of community. From donations and special visits to award ceremonies and early Christmas blessings, the centre has received an outpouring of love and support from organisations and individuals across Potchefstroom. Each gesture has uplifted residents, strengthened relationships, and reminded the community of the importance of compassion and togetherness. Image:  Amelia Nas

Local development initiatives took centre stage on Friday, 7 November 2025, when Our Town Fochville (OTF) welcomed business leaders and community stakeholders to a Business Breakfast at Losberg Lodge. Held in the scenic Losberg mountains, the event provided an opportunity to share OTF’s recent achievements, strengthen partnerships, and outline future plans aimed at fostering long-term growth in Fochville. Image: Our Town - Fochville  A Gathering with Purpose in a Scenic Setti

Residents of Stilfontein  are being urged to come together for a critical Community Safety Meeting  hosted by the Community Policing Forum (CPF) . The gathering will take place at the Stilfontein SAPS Lapa  on Wednesday, 19 November 2025 , starting at 17:30 for 18:00 . The CPF has extended this public invitation to all residents, business owners, and community leaders  to engage in open discussions about the challenges facing the area and to collaborate on solutions that prom

This month, the Rotaract Club of Klerksdorp continues its heartfelt campaign to celebrate and support organisations transforming lives across the KOSH area and beyond. Through this initiative, Rotaract is shining a well-deserved spotlight on changemakers who dedicate themselves to building stronger, more compassionate communities. Each featured organisation represents a unique cause, yet they all share one powerful mission: uplifting others through service, love, and leadersh

October in South Africa is a month packed with national awareness campaigns . These observances , often led by government departments or major organisations, aim to educate the public, celebrate achievements, and mobilise action on important issues affecting society. From health and education to social welfare and the environment, each awareness month in October shines a spotlight on a vital cause. Below, we explore the key awareness months officially observed in South Africa

With only one day left before the next Vat Verniet Tafel , excitement and gratitude fill the air in Potchefstroom. The community-driven project continues to prove that small acts of kindness, when multiplied, can bring lasting relief to families in need. As preparations reach their final stretch, both donations and volunteer support continue to pour in. All people in need are welcome on 25 October. Image: Vat verniet Tafel Community Spirit and Growing Impact The Vat Verniet T

October is Economic & Community Development Month , and the Rotaract Club of Klerksdorp is celebrating the people and organisations who keep our city’s social fabric strong. Rather than simply posting tributes, Rotaract is putting practical help front and centre, connecting needs to givers, neighbours to resources, and everyday goodwill to the places where it can change a life. This feature is the first in a series spotlighting local partners who are building dignity, safety,

Die Potchefstroom-gemeenskap word uitgenooi om hierdie komende naweek deel te wees van AfriForum se plaaslike skoonmaakprojek, wat deel vorm van hul landwye #OnsDorpSkoon -veldtog. Die inisiatief, wat fokus op gemeenskapsbetrokkenheid en omgewingsorg, vind plaas op Saterdag, 25 Oktober 2025 , vanaf 07:30  by die hoek van Aarbeilaan en Govan Mbekistraat . Image: The Go-To Guy Creations Die eerste gedeelte van die projek sal fokus op hierdie buurt, waarna vrywilligers verder sa

As service delivery challenges persist in many parts of South Africa, various civil society organisations have stepped in to support...