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Polokwane Observer
Burglary at Westenburg Secondary
The police in Westenburg have launched a manhunt for unknown suspects who committed business burglary at Westenburg Secondary School during the early hours of Friday.
1 min |
August 28, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Uitkoms vir kerkhof toe muni ingryp
In wat as 'n positiewe tree vorentoe vir erfenisbewaring beskryf kan word, het Polokwane Munisipaliteit onlangs bevestig dat dié owerheid bewus is van die toestand waarin die Pietersburg Konsentrasiekampkerkhof verkeer en daadwerklike stappe beoog om maatreëls in te stel om die geriewe te beskerm.
2 min |
August 28, 2025
Polokwane Observer
EMPOWERING TEACHERS at interactive session
Boston City Campus Polokwane recently hosted its annual Teachers Forum at the elegant Kurumba Lodge, bringing together teachers from schools across the city and surrounding areas. The interactive session celebrated the role teachers play in shaping learners' future, while also highlighting why Boston City Campus continues to be a leader in higher education.
1 min |
August 28, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Dra só by tot Lim- ruiters se reis na SA's
Perdry mag dalk bekend wees as 'n duur stokperdjie, maar vir die ruiters van SAWMGA Limpopo is dit veel meer as net 'n sport - dit is 'n passie en een wat die groter perdrygemeenskap deel.
1 min |
August 28, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Lack of service delivery raises concern
The standard of service delivery in most wards of Polokwane Municipality, particularly ward 23, is a source of growing frustration among residents.
1 min |
August 28, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Murder victims identified
The two male bodies found along Kuschke's gravel road (D1377) have been positively identified by their families, but their killers remain at large.
1 min |
August 28, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Youth-led dialogue to discuss unemployment
The South African National Civic Organisation Youth Congress (SancoYC) will host a youth-led dialogue in September to tackle pressing community issues, with unemployment at the top of the agenda.
1 min |
August 28, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Brande snoer inwoners saam
Die brand het na naburige plase versprei en ook 'n gedeelte van A13 Boerdery se grond verwoes.
1 min |
August 28, 2025
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
2 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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'.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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.
1 min |
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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