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Polokwane Observer
Ebenezer Mile 2026 a firm favourite
Heavy downpours and muddy conditions marked this year's Ebenezer Mile, hosted at the Ebenezer Dam on Saturday.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Experience the Via Dolorosa pilgrimage
Residents are invited to take part in a short spiritual pilgrimage, also known as The Way of the Cross or Via Dolorosa, at N.G. Kerk Kremetart at 97 Betz Street from March 30-April 3.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Centre empowers youth with skills, opportunities
The Serobi Maja Centre for Youth Development in Limpopo continues to make an impact by equipping young people with practical skills and opportunities to build a better future.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Centre empowers youth with skills, opportunities
The Serobi Maja Centre for Youth Development in Limpopo continues to make an impact by equipping young people with practical skills and opportunities to build a better future.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
'No quick fix'
There is no immediate or permanent solution to the water crisis facing Polokwane, as current supply sources are only able to meet about 68% of the city's daily demand.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Lim anglers selected for nationals at Loskop Dam
Anglers Willem Opperman and Franco Marx have been selected to represent the South African senior team (Northern Gauteng) at the South African Artificial Lure Angling Association National Artlure Angling Championship.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Conjoined twins: President hails specialists
President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated a team of specialists who successfully separated conjoined identical twin boys at Mankweng Tertiary Hospital on Tuesday, following an eight-hour operation.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Donating blood provides a service when most needed
Staff members and visitors of Medimed 24 in the city took some stress off their feet to make a difference in somebody's life, when they donated blood at the SANBS blood drive last Wednesday.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Local blackball players ready for national championships
Excitement is running high after it was announced that 13 players of the local Mimosa Blackball Club were chosen to compete in the 2025/26 South African Blackball Championships that will be hosted at Suncoast Casino in Ethekwini, Kwa-Zulu Natal from April 12-25.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Local Rotary Anns host 2026 district annual conference
The Rotary Anns of the Polokwane Club hosted the organisation's 2026 District 9400 Annual Conference at the Polokwane Bowls Club on Saturday morning, bringing together members from Limpopo, Gauteng, Mpumalanga and Mozambique.
1 min |
March 19, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Rising Stars dancers show talent in several competitions
Besides a more recent contest, dancers from the Rising Stars Dance Studio competed at the 2025 National Dance Championship (NDDSSA) in Delmas at the end of last year.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Dancing his way back to passion
Wally Strauss, owner of Baila Fitness Dancing Studio in Polokwane, is proof that it's never too late to reignite a lost passion.
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Join dance academy for evening of elegance
The Melissa Gilfillan Dance Academy, in collaboration with Sean Bovim's Private Presley Ballet Production, will present a refined, seated theatre experience combining classical ballet, live vocals and iconic Elvis music at The Ranch Resort tomorrow (Friday) and Saturday evening.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Stokke swaai ten bate van HelpJag-projek
Met die winter wat nader kom, het jagters reeds begin om plek op wildsplase te bespreek vir die jagseisoen, en baie van hulle skenk die vleis aan instansies soos Helpende Hand.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Provincial budget focuses on SERVICE DELIVERY
The Limpopo MEC for Finance, Mr Kgabo Mahoai, has tabled a R95.586 billion Limpopo Provincial Budget on Tuesday, 10 March 2026, at the Limpopo Provincial Legislature in Lebowakgomo.
4 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Koraal hou geurige mini-mark
Die Koraal Aftreeoord was Vrydagoggend gevul met die geur van pannekoek en vriende wat saam met mekaar oor 'n koppie koffie kuier.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
EFF wants action over scholar transport permit challenges
THE EFF in the province has called on its 22 subregions across the province to formally petition the Department of Transport and Community Safety over ongoing scholar transport permit challenges.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
'Mobile speed traps here to stay'
The Polokwane Municipality's Traffic Department has warned motorists that the mobile speed traps currently put up around the city are permanent and will soon be expanded to major national and provincial roads, potentially by December.
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Rugbygeesdrif lei tot stigting van nuwe klub
Vir meer as 'n eeu was die Pietersburg Rugbyklub die hoeksteen van rugby in die stad.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Jobs, water & infrastructure
The Premier, Dr Phophi Ramathuba used her 2026 State of the Province Address (Sopa) at the Jack Botes Hall last Thursday to outline plans aimed at boosting employment, improving public infrastructure and addressing ongoing water challenges affecting communities across the province.
2 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
'Om oor trauma te praat is goed'
Trauma is deel van elke mens se lewe.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Shebeshxt case postponed to March 27
Prominent lekompo musician Lehlogonolo 'Shebeshxt'
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Vermeende renosterstropers weer in hof op 17 Junie
Die saak van die vermeende renosterstropers Dawid Jacobus (Dawie) Groenewald, Karel en Maria Magdalena Toet, Tielman Roos Erasmus, Hermanus Bernardus Rossouw and Jacobus Martinus Pronk is verlede maand uitgestel tot 17 Junie en die beskuldigdes se borgtog is verleng.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Westernbasaar om dié in nood te help, kerk se koffers te vul
'n Reënerige Saterdagoggend verlede naweek het inwoners beslis nie gekeer om die Westerntemabasaar by die N.G.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
MARCH MID-MONTH MADNESS DEALS!
Cut to your specifications, large variety of homemade, smoked & marinated products.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Imbizo promotes reading, literacy
The Polokwane Municipality's Cultural Desk hosted a Reading Club Imbizo at the Polokwane City Library on Saturday, bringing together reading club leaders, members and learners to celebrate literacy and community engagement.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Tannie Sophia nog op-en-wakker op 90
Bekende in plaaslike liefdadigheidsen kerkkringe, Sophia de Swardt het verlede Woensdagoggend haar 90ste verjaardag met koek en tee saam met familie en vriende by SAVF Martha Hofmeyr Tehuis (MHT) gevier en daarna met nabye familie vir 'n feesmaal by 'n plaaslike restaurant aangesit.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Mzansi Athletics Club welcomes new members
Mzansi Athletics Club (Mzansi AC) officially welcomed new members during its recent Aretsebaneng session at the SANDF lapa.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
This year's AfgriHX Expo offers something for everyone
Visitors to the AfgriHX Expo, taking place at The Ranch Resort from March 19-21 can look forward to a wide range of activities, demonstrations and discussions tailored specifically for youth and women, alongside the latest developments in the agricultural sector.
1 min |
March 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Princess Ndou shines as Miss Grand SA finalist
Princess Ndou, a 20-year-old financial management student from the city, is making strides in the pageant industry as the reigning Miss Grand Polokwane 2026/27 and a finalist in the Miss Grand South Africa 2026/27 competition.
1 min |