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Polokwane Observer
Municipality to write off millions
During the recent meeting of the Polokwane Municipal Council, it was resolved that irregular and unauthorised expenditure amounting to millions be written off, but for a change, the local authority resolved that just under R5m be recovered from officials and persons responsible for fruitless expenditure.
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August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
EFF to honour late activist; postpones protest attendance
The EFF in Limpopo will proceed with its planned service delivery march next Wednesday to several government institutions, including the Polokwane Municipality.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Celebrating women on the catwalk
SABEauty hosted the Limpopo Business Women of the Year Awards and Top Model Competition in celebration of Women's Day at Bolivia Lodge on Saturday.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Nirvana Premier league makes for great cricket
The Nirvana Premier League saw two games played at the Nirvana Cricket Field on Sunday.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Local dojos excel at karate competition
Karatekas from across the world gathered in Rustenburg from August 1-3 for the TSKKIA International Competition, where local dojos achieved great success.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
4-Star lavish, luxury Atrium Boutique Hotel
In a vibrant celebration of Women's Month, Joe and Jowey Mukwevho, owners of the newly launched Atrium Boutique Hotel situated at 28 Burger Street, officially unveiled their luxury four-star establishment last Wednesday.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Karatekas shine at TSKKIA tourney
Tokon Samurai Karate Polokwane, affiliated with Tokon Shotokan Karate Ken and Iai Jitsu Academy, competed in die TSKKIA International Tournament wat van 1-3 Augustus gehou is. Die geleentheid het spanne van regoor Suid-Afrika, Botswana en Ierland aangebied, met 'n alle-style uitdaag formaat.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
DDKK Prokureurs vier Vrouedag met 'Giving Back'
Een keer per jaar nooi DDKK Prokureurs vroue uit die gemeenskap om saam Vrouedag te vier. Vanjaar se geleentheid is op 8 Augustus by Sugar & Spice gehou, met Mischa van Heerden as seremoniemeester en die tema 'Giving Back'.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
NYDA confirms office move
The National Youth Development Agency (NYDA) has relocated its offices to 33 Biccard Street from the old premises in Schoeman Street, behind Library Gardens in the CBD. NYDA, which operates under the Department of Women, Youth and Persons with Disabilities, plays a crucial role in empowering youth by offering business funding and support for economic and social inclusion.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Winskopies, uitruil by basaar
Inwoners het Saterdag die mini-basaar wat by die Nederduitse Gereformeerde Kerk - Pietersburg gehou is terdeë geniet, en kon behoorlik na tweedehandse items kom snuffel en winskopies kry.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Koraal-inwoners maak litte los
Munisipale raadslede van die DA in die stad het Vrydagoggend 'n besoek aan Koraal Aftreeoord gebring en saam met plaaslike biokinetikus Micayla Rathbone nasionale Vroudag gevier.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
'Encore' vir dié dansers
Vida Dança se jaarlikse 'Showcase' is Vrydagaand gehou met dansers van die skool wat hulle harde werk en talent op die verhoog ten toon gestel het, en ouers en ander familie wat hulle toegejuig het.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Women officers lead surprise search at Correctional Centre
In commemoration of Women's Month, female officers from Polokwane Correctional Services, the police and the Polokwane Municipality law enforcement joined forces on August 6 for a women-led, unannounced search operation at the Polokwane Correctional Centre.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Protea ringtennis teams gain experience
The Protea National ringtennis team and die o/23 Protea-span het van 1-16 Julie na Duitsland getoer vir twee toetswedstryde wat ten doel gehad het om bande met Duitse klubs te versterk en spelers bloot te stel aan hul kenmerkende speelstyl.
1 min |
August 14, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Besoek gerus die Wintermark
Vars, warm koffie en heerlike koek is op die spyskaart by Die Kantien, die teetuin van die jaarlikse Wintermark.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Nuwe APK Sentraal vier 70 jaar
Die Nuwe Apostoliese Kerk Polokwane Sentraal, het op 2 Augustus sy 70ste bestaansjaar in feestelike styl gevier.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
A word on Women's Day, from women
As the country commemorates Women's Day, it reflects not only on the strength and resilience of women but also the struggles they face in their communities.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Mayor defends municipality's new water and sanitation director appointment
The newly appointed director of water and sanitation in the Polokwane Municipality, Kennedy Chihota, was selected for the senior management position due to his scarce skills, extensive experience and strong qualifications, even though he is a foreign national from Zimbabwe.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Klassieke motorskou nog groter
Ná 'n kort onderbreking tree Limpopo se grootste klassieke motorskou, die Wheels Expo, terug na die Mall of the North in Polokwane op Saterdag, 16 Augustus.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Onverwacht pig farm murders: Accused turns state witness
Almost a year after the gruesome discovery, the second accused in the Onverwacht pig farm double murder case has turned state witness as the trial was to start in the Polokwane High Court on Monday.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Local champ honoured at Tourism Indaba
Local resident Gerhard Franken has been recognised for his contributions to the tourism and hospitality industry, receiving the Business Tourism Community of the Year award at the prestigious Africa Tourism Indaba.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
On-the-spot support for locals thanks to Provincial Treasury
The MEC for Finance, Kgabo Mahoai, led the Limpopo Provincial Treasury and its partners in focusing on empowering communities through on-the-spot support and meaningful information-sharing.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
ROBBERS POUNCE
Local businessman Joe Mukwevho, the owner of two Sasol fuel stations in Polokwane that were hit by armed robberies within hours of each other last week, says he does not believe the incidents were targeted or personal attacks.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Road rehabilitation in these areas
The Polokwane Municipality last Thursday launched a road rehabilitation programme in parts of Bendor, Ivy Park, Penina Park and Polokwane Central. The three-month project comes at a cost of R16m.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Poor service delivery: DA denied motion
Last Tuesday's meeting of Polokwane's municipal council started on a low note when Speaker Welhemina Modiba refused to allow a discussion of a notice of motion and the response thereon from officials regarding poor service delivery in the municipal area.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Equestrians show talent at regionals
The South African Western Mounted Games Polokwane regionals were held at Winnfield Stables on Saturday, offering a display of speed, skill and teamwork between horse and rider.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Noordgemeente se Kokkedore voed met liefde
Die Kokkedorespan van N.G. Noordgemeente voorsien maandeliks warm maaltye aan meer as 500 mense, en dit verg deeglike beplanning en baie omgee.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Foundation boosts grassroots cricket with donation
In a bid to bring hope and create lasting change, the Hollywood Foundation recently donated cricket equipment to Giyani Cricket Club at Khanyisa Education Centre.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Bowls tourney unites provinces
The Bosveld Bowls Tournament, one of Limpopo's largest and most anticipated bowls events, took centre stage over the weekend at the Polokwane Bowls Club. The tournament welcomed 78 players across 26 teams from Limpopo and Gauteng for two days of competitive fun and camaraderie.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
End of an era, new chapter for 'Oom Pottie'
For the past 23 years, motoriste in Polokwane het Sasol Bendor leer ken as 'n plek van vinnige, vriendelike diens - alles te danke aan Johan Potgieter en sy span.
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