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Polokwane Observer
Cerebral palsy: message of strength and hope
Polokwane's Tumiso Mokange is using her journey with cerebral palsy to uplift and encourage others living with the condition.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Veiling verras met goeie pryse
Die jaarlikse veiling van die Limpopo Bonsmara Klub wat Vrydag by die vendusiekrale van Mockford Farms gehou is, was vanjaar ongetwyfeld 'n kopersmark toe die hoogste prys wat vir 'n stoetbul behaal is, maar R70 000 beloop het terwyl verlede jaar se wenner 'n bul van plaaslike teler, JD Venter was wat teen R200 000 verkoop is aan Beefridge Bonsmaras.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Rotary charity golf day well supported with 136 players
The annual Rotary Club of Pietersburg 100 Tee Off for Charity Golf Day was once again a successful event hosted at the Polokwane Golf Club on Friday.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Kimura Shukokai karatekas gradeer
Karatekas van Kimura Shukokai Karate het nie teleurgestel toe hulle onlangs tydens die Limpopogradering hul nuwe gordels ontvang het nie.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Gemengde welslae teen Potties
Noordelikes Rugbyklub het Saterdag gasheer gespeel vir Potties Rugbyklub.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Insurance murder: Bail hearing May 28
The bail hearing of three women accused of insurance-related murders and fraud involving nine victims has been postponed to May 28 by the Polokwane Magistrate's Court. The delay will allow the defence counsel time to access and review the accused's statements.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Raising the standard in auto body repair
Auto Supreme Polokwane situated at The Farmyard at Cnr Munnik Avenue, School Rd Auto is known for delivering top-tier auto body repair and vehicle restoration services.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
ANC conference: Battle brews
The political landscape within the ANC's Peter Mokaba Region remains tense, as the party's elective conference, now twice postponed, is rescheduled once more for this coming weekend.
2 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Runners line up for inaugural Rocky race
The Peter Mokaba precinct was a hive of activity on Saturday, as runners took part in the inaugural Rocky Nice and Easy half-marathon from 06:30.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
SASOP combats substance abuse crisis
The South African Society of Psychiatrists (Sasop) Limpopo has intensified efforts to combat the province's rising drug and alcohol abuse crisis, which continues to threaten the wellbeing of individuals, families and communities.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
'n Taal so na jou hart
Mense gebore en getoë in die Kaap se Afrikaans klink anders as dié van die Vrystaat, wat weer anders klink as die van die noorde. Tog verstaan ons almal mekaar, ongeag van die verskillende dialekte en uitsprake.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
All styles tourney for karatekas
Tokon Samurai Karate Polokwane, an affiliate of Tokon Shotokan Karate Ken and Iai Jitsu Academy (TSKKIA), competed at the Limpopo all styles tournament that took place at The Ranch Resort on May 3.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Pothole fixed after 3 months
The pothole at the intersection of Potgieter Avenue and Diemeer Street, that remained unattended to for three months, was fixed by Polokwane Municipality.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Gate motor theft on the rise in city
Neighbourhoods Fauna Park, Bendor and Mahlasedi Park have seen a sharp rise in gate motor theft, prompting warnings from security companies and calls for stronger community involvement in crime prevention.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Foundation supports SMMES
Entrepreneur and community leader Morgan Mohlala launched his new foundation at the Indian Centre in Polokwane last Thursday, with a mission to uplift black-owned and black women-owned small businesses.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
'It takes an entire village to raise a child'
A recent surge in high-profile criminal cases, both locally and beyond, that involve the abuse and deaths of children has highlighted an unsettling reality: the greatest threats to children's safety may now come from within their own families and communities.
2 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Volunteers show up for those in need
Where many avoid passing the infamous Spookhuis in Doornkraal Street, a group of selfless volunteers walk straight in - not with fear, but with purpose.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Bediening bring hoop vir dié haweloses op straat
Wat eens as 'n probleem van 'ander plekke' beskou is, het stil-stil in ons eie stad en strate kom nesskop. Die werklikheid is dat verslawing, in sy vele vorme, baie nader aan die deursnee inwoner is as wat die meeste mense dink.
2 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
No services: EFF threaten to strike
The EFF in Limpopo have threatened to stage daily protests at the Polokwane Municipality if local leaders continue to ignore residents' pleas to resolve persistent service delivery issues in the city, surrounding townships, and villages.
1 min |
May 15, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Edu prioritises learner safety, sanitary products
The Department of Education has received a total budget allocation of R42.5b for the 2025/26 financial year, MEC Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya announced during her budget vote speech at the Limpopo Legislature on April 8.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Rotarians in support of young cancer patients
Nine young patients from the paediatric oncology ward at the Pietersburg Provincial Hospital could not contain their excitement when they got together at the Theunis Fichardt step-down facility before they departed on a road trip to the Uplands College at White River in Mpumalanga early last Thursday morning.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Kerk hou Dennehout Derby en stel super houtkarre bekend
Bykans 40 deelnemers het Sondag aan die eerste Dennehout Derby van die jaar by die Sewendagse Adventiste Kerk deelgeneem.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Welcome to Our Online Auctions: A SIMPLE and Efficient WAY TO BUY
We are excited to announce the successful completion of our first online auction at the beginning of March 2025, marking a new chapter in how we connect buyers with unique and valuable items.
4 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Dept reignites Bato Pele principles among staff
The Department of Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure has officially launched Operation Tsoga Moshomi a bold internal campaign aimed at reigniting passion, purpose and professionalism among public servants.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Vroue verf lopers vir Paastafels
Paasnaweek is tradisioneel 'n naweek wat behalwe vir die godsdienstige aard, gepaardgaan met Paaseierskattejag, familiekuiers en vele meer.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Farewell ceremony for Maj Gen
The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI) in Limpopo recently honoured its outgoing leader, Lt Gen Godfrey Lebeya, at a heartfelt farewell ceremony held at the Jack Botes Hall.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Autism Awareness Day at Lilo and Stitch Centre
Lilo and Stitch Autism Centre and Daycare, in partnership with Autism SA and the Bana ba Thari Foundation, hosted a successful Autism Awareness Day at the APD premises last Saturday.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Fashion festival to shine the spotlight on local talent
Seasoned Polokwane fashion designer, Laurence 'Livasto Mojalefa' Maboko, is preparing to host the sixth annual Limpopo Fashion Festival later this year - a celebration of style, creativity and the province's emerging fashion talent.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
CDM consults on 2025/26 IDP
Stakeholders from non-government organisations (NGOs), community-based organisations (CBOs), youth, women, persons with disabilities (PWDs), sector departments and local municipalities in the Capricorn District gathered at the Jack Botes Hall on Friday to be consulted on Capricorn District Municipality's 2025/26 Draft Integrated Development Plan (IDP) and budget.
1 min |
April 24, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Helping girls stay in school through Lebo’s initiative
More than 500 underprivileged young girls in Polokwane and surrounding areas will soon have a better chance of staying in school and reaching their full potential, thanks to an initiative led by Lebo Seabi, the founder of the mobile clothing store, Lebo Clothing.
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