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Polokwane Observer
Klassieke motorskou 'n hoogtepunt
Die Limpopo Classic Car Club se Wheels Expo wat Saterdag by Mall of the North aangebied is, was 'n opwindende hoogtepunt van die naweek se sosiale aktiwiteite en motorgeesdriftiges kon hulle verlustig in meer as 120 versamelstukke.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Youth debate sparks ideas on community safety
The Department of Transport and Community Safety hosted the provincial community safety debate competition at The Ranch Resort last Saturday, bringing together the province's top young debaters.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Women's Day race unites runners
The sixth annual Muteo Women's Day Race, hosted by Mzansi Athletics Club (AC) in partnership with Muteo Consulting Engineers, took place at the Polokwane Rugby Stadium last Saturday. The event was held in celebration of Women's Month, honouring the role of women in nationbuilding and social cohesion.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Karatekas skitter in Limpopo-finale
Karatekas van Kimura Shukokai Karate in die stad het weereens nie teleurgestel nie, toe nege uitblinkers met 20 medaljes van die Limpopokampioenskappe wat onlangs in die stoeisaal aangebied is, weggestap het.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Cooking up confidence one dish at a time
For Macheba Confidence Rakubu (38), a love for good food has blossomed into a fulfilling business that brings joy not only to her, but to every client she serves.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Insurance murders: Bail hearing postponed again
Former police officer and murder accused Rachel Kutumela, along with co-accused Flora and Anna Shokane, remain in custody following a bail postponement at Polokwane Magistrate's Court last Friday.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
CPF warns motorists of rogue mechanics
The Community Policing Forum (CPF) in Polokwane has warned motorists about rogue mechanics operating in the central business district, after several extortion cases were reported at the Polokwane Police Station.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
71 en steeds 'n wenner: Jackie se karate-reis
Daar is twee soorte mense in die wêreld: dié wat op 70 hul dae op die stoep deurbring, en dié wat steeds aktief aan sport deelneem.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
LGBTQIA+ rep voices concerns at National Dialogue
Thato Kgobe, a representative of the LGBTQIA+ community in the province, has called for urgent legal and policy reforms following her participation in the National Dialogue convention held at Unisa's Pretoria campus over the weekend.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
2 rhinos die in safe sanctuary
Questions are raised after it was disclosed during the recent meeting of the Polokwane Municipal Council that two of the 10 white rhinos that have been safeguarded in a sanctuary outside Bela-Bela since May 2017, died within the span of three weeks in April this year.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Ani blends art, ink and healing in new venture
From a young age, Ani Hernández Gutiérrez had a passion for art.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Instructor Lizy offers free yoga classes
Local professional yoga instructor Lizy Mailula (32), the founder of LizyM Fitness, is offering free yoga classes to the public starting August 23.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
A Day of Care for the elderly
The youth-led organisation Emotional Equilibrium Mental Health Initiative (EEMHinit) celebrated Women's Day at the Martha Hofmeyer Old Age Home, dedicating the day to what they called \"A Day of Care, Compassion and Connection'.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Annebel-stigting help meisies met nodige items
Tienermeisies staan dikwels op die rand van vrouwees, met dieselfde soort behoeftes as volwasse vroue.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Trophies and Treasures Breakfast honours women
In celebration of women's hard work and lifetime achievements, founder Tshepo Mathabatha, in partnership with the Black Management Forum (BMF), the Black Lawyers Association (BLA), and the Business Women's Association of South Africa (BWASA), hosted the Trophies and Treasures Breakfast at Asha's Lifestyle House last Friday.
2 min |
August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Jannie du Toit tree op by APD
Afrikaanse sanger en liedjieskrywer Jannie du Toit het Vrydagaand op uitnodiging van Eeufeeshuis APD Limpopo tydens 'n geldinsamelingsgeleentheid in die stad opgetree.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Winterfeesgenot vir inwoners by Hervormde Kerk
Op 'n heerlike, amper warm Saterdag, met die reuk van potjiekos, skop die Winterfees verlede naweek af. Hierdie gewilde geleentheid word
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Illegal trolley trade linked to violence in CBD
The Polokwane Community Policing Forum (CPF) has raised concerns over the dangerous activities linked to the use of illegally obtained trolleys in the city, particularly in the central business district (CBD).
1 min |
August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
CCP march demands mayor's resignation
The Concerned Citizens Polokwane (CCP) staged a march last Wednesday, demanding the immediate resignation of city Mayor John Mpe and municipal manager Thuso Nemugumoni over allegations of poor service delivery, nepotism and money laundering in the municipality.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Signs of division between Sanco structures
Signs of division within the South African National Civic Organisation (Sanco) in Capricorn and Polokwane seem to be resurfacing, raising concern among members who had expected unity for stronger advocacy.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
W'burg man sentenced to life for rape of niece (13)
The Polokwane Regional Court has sentenced a 23-year-old man to life imprisonment for the rape of his 13-year-old niece in May 2020 at Bergenek, Westenburg.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Village theatre hosts talent show
The Village Theatre saw talented and skilled actors, dancers, puppeteers, singers, models and magicians on Friday evening during the Gala Evening and Art Auction Talent Show.
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August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Michelle leef haar roeping as veearts
Onbewus van die uitdagings wat sou volg, het Michelle Schoeman haar verpligte gemeenskapsdiens destyds in Prieska aangepak. Met beperkte hulpmiddels moes sy dikwels kreatiewe planne maak om die diere in die gemeenskap te help.
1 min |
August 21, 2025
Polokwane Observer
4 decades of karate excellence
The owner and head coach of Yin-Yang Karate and Self Defence Studio, shihan Annatjie de Jager, has dedicated more than 42 years to karate, beginning her journey in 1982 under sensei George Love of the Japan Karate Association (JKA) at the old Boys Scout Hall in Polokwane.
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August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Capricorn Badminton players enjoy Capricorn open tournament
The Capricorn Badminton Club hosted the Capricorn Open Badminton Tournament on Saturday, with players from all the badminton clubs in Limpopo participating. A total of 56 players participated in the event.
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August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Ons Tuiste hou basaar
Laatslaap was Saterdag nie vir die inwoners van Ons Tuiste Ouetehuis beskore nie, met die reuk van pannekoek en vetkoek wat reeds van vroeg in die lug gehang het - dit was weer tyd vir die ouetehuis se jaarlikse basaar en soos die gebruik is daar heerlike ontbyt bedien.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Empowerment roadshow to help women go green
Local resident Pearl Sibiya is spearheading the Women in Green Economy masterclass, an empowerment programme aimed at helping women create businesses while protecting the environment.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Judgment in case set for Friday
The judgment in the case of former police officer and murder accused Rachel Kutumela is expected this Friday at the Polokwane Magistrate's Court. Kutumela is accused of orchestrating insurance-linked murders worth over R10m, as well as fraud, alongside her co-accused Anna and Flora Shokane.
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August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Correctional officials warm hearts with soup
Last Thursday, officials from the Polokwane Correctional Centre brought the saying 'the hand that gives is more blessed than the hand that receives' to life.
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August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Murdered Thorisho's family opposes parole bid
The family of the late Thorisho Themane has vowed to oppose the parole application of Kgothatso Teffo, one of the juveniles convicted of his murder.
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