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Polokwane Observer
1ste sokkie by Baila 'n groot lekker opskop
Wally Strauss, die stigter van Baila fiksheidsdansateljee het Vrydagaand die ateljee se heel eerste Sokkie Aand by Diemeerstraat 115 aangebied, met talle inwoners wat in die pret kom deel het.
1 min |
February 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Probe after drugs found in holding cells
An internal investigation has been launched by policing authorities in the city to determine how two awaiting-trial prisoners at the local holding cells gained access to contraband.
1 min |
February 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Dietitian champions informed choices
With more than 15 years' experience in the field, dietitian Boitumelo Magoro has built a career rooted in empowering people to make informed and sustainable food choices.
1 min |
February 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
'Sy moet net weer Anuska wees'
\"Sy moet net weer Anuska wees.
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February 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Provincial police commissioner confers promotions of members
Provincial police commissioner, Lt Gen Thembi Hadebe with the senior management team, last Wednesday conferred new ranks to over 130 newly promoted police officials at the Jack Botes Hall in the city.
2 min |
February 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
When weight becomes a verdict
A recent video on social media has reignited debate around obesity and stigma after a woman refused to share an elevator with a young man because of his weight.
2 min |
February 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Pregnancy Day event offers support
Expectant mothers and their support networks are invited to learn more about pregnancy and safe motherhood at the Pregnancy Day event, set to take place at Golden Pillow on Friday.
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February 12, 2026
Polokwane Observer
De Beer clinches Lim Closed
Amicus de Beer het die algehele oorwinning behaal by die Limpopo Closed Strokeplay Kampioenskap 2026, wat Saterdag by die Polokwane Gholfklub gespeel is.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Shoe donation appeal exceeds expectations
Following the recent school shoe donation appeal published in Polokwane Observer, Khutso Masekwameng from Polokwane, the founder of Matebele Corporates, once again expresses his gratitude to the community for the huge help, as the Back-to-School Movement continues to change the lives of learners across Limpopo.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
'Mpe endorsing premier signals unity'
City Mayor and Peter Mokaba regional chairperson John Mpe has sent a strong signal about the direction of ANC leadership in Limpopo by publicly backing the Premier, Dr Phophi Ramathuba for provincial chairperson in a move that has surprised many within the party and reshaped expectations ahead of the elective conference.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
City still not ready for clean audit outcome
After progressing from qualified audit outcomes for three financial years (2018-2021), the Polokwane Municipality has received an unqualified opinion with findings for the 2024/25 financial year.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Conjoined twins: Specialists prep for separation
A multidisciplinary team of medical specialists will meet weekly to monitor and assess conjoined twins, a boy and a girl, in preparation for a possible surgical separation.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Noordelikes take fall in friendlies
Noordelikes Rugby Club se eerste en tweede spanne het albei nederlae gely teen Louis Trichardt in vriendskaplike wedstryde wat Saterdag op hul tuisveld in Ladanna gespeel is.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Dink weer voor jy dié items wil weggooi
Koeldranken waterbottelproppe, wegneemkoffiekoppies se deksels en blikkie-oopmaak-trekkertjies is alles items wat vinnig in jou vullis beland, maar vir iemand iets kan beteken.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Teen squash star regarded as one of the club's top performing players
At the age of 17, Mohale Malatji is already making a name for himself on the squash court in a sport he discovered almost by accident.
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February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Fencers shine at provincial kick-off
The Limpopo fencing season got under way last weekend with a provincial competition that tested athletes' ability to quickly regain training discipline and competition fitness after the festive break.
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February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Siblings shine at Bambelela competition
Young entrepreneurs Lehlogonolo Ntuli (21) and Thato Moyo (20) of Radzilani General Trading earned top honours at the Bambelela Pitch Competition held at Meropa Casino and Entertainment World last Thursday, securing a R40 000 prize and recognition for their innovative approach to African wellness products.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
City debt book out of control
Although the Polokwane Municipality's overall financial position appears to be in order, a matter of concern is that the local authority's debt book has run out of control, reflecting an amount of more than R2.134b.
2 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Langasems vaar goed in Pretoria
Drie van Pietersburg Road Runners se vinnigste mansatlete het op 24 Januarie aan die Pretoria Wonderpark 10km vir mans wedloop deelgeneem en stof in die ander atlete se oë geskop.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Bestuurskool 'n goeie opsie voor jy die pad vat
Een van die mylpale in talle jongmense se lewens is om hul bestuurderslisensie te bekom.
2 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Mzansi Ballet brings 'Private Presley' to The Ranch Resort
The Mzansi Ballet Company will bring a spectacular re-imagining of Sean Bovim's acclaimed 'Private Presley' to Limpopo when it takes to the stage at The Ranch Resort from March 13-14.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Voortrekkers skop jaar amptelik af op feestelike noot, samesyn
Die Doornkraal Voortrekkers het Saterdag hul bedrywighede vir die jaar amptelik by Akademie Reformia geopen.
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February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Dr Sambo graduates with diabetes diploma
The healthcare community is celebrating a landmark achievement by Dr Ntsako Sambo, a dedicated general practitioner and member of the Limpopo Independent Practitioners Association (Lipa), who has successfully completed a diploma in diabetes from the University of South Wales, UK.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Pageant finalists lead clean-up drive to foster unity among men
In an initiative aimed at cleaning up the city's streets while fostering unity among men, beauty pageant models Dalton Pheelelo, Emmanuel Kubayi and Magnificent Nhlulo organised a cleanup campaign at Jack Botes Park on January 24.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Solly Hassen: A community pillar at 78
From humble beginnings as the son of a taxi owner in the old Pietersburg, local former teacher Solly Hassen is indeed a colourful character who still impresses with his command of the Afrikaans language and knowledge of the history of the city, dating back for eight decades.
2 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Wear your flip flops on CHOC Flip Flop Day
Fridays are more casual than the rest of the week, making them perfect for comfortable shoes.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
First King of Karts draws strong turnout at Meropa
The inaugural King of Karts go-kart competition proved to be an electrifying experience for both racers and spectators when it was held on Sunday at the Wild Thingz track at Meropa Casino and Entertainment World.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Gretha: Die lewe is hard, maar hoop is harder en ons anker
Hoop is toekomsgerig en 'n verwagting en geloof in dit wat nog kom.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Clean audit for Capricorn District Municipality
Capricorn District Municipality (CDM) received a clean audit opinion for the financial year 2024/25, following the clean audit of the previous financial year as well as the unqualified audit opinion of the 2022/23 financial year.
1 min |
February 05, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Concerns raised over handling of sexual case
Concerns over the handling of a sexual assault case at Capricorn TVET College were raised on January 28 when a parliamentary oversight committee questioned the college's disciplinary decisions during a meeting at its central office in Polokwane.
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