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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
MotN celebrates, spoils women in style
Mall of the North (MotN) celebrated Women's Month in true style this week, treating the hardworking women who work behind the scenes and often, long hours, with surprises, gifts and pampering treats.
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August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Kanker en mondgesondheid: Wenke vir pasiënte
Elkeen van ons ken ten minste een, dikwels meer, persoon wat tans 'n stryd teen kanker voer. Al is behandelings soos chemoterapie en bestraling alombekend, het dit ook 'n uitwerking op ander dele van die liggaam, veral die mond.
1 min |
August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Lim drivers to represent at Red Bull Shay' iMoto
The Durban crowd is in for high-octane action that goes beyond the track at this year's Red Bull Shay' iMoto, taking place on August 10 at Suncoast Casino.
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August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
E-voting: IEC hosts consultation session
The Electoral Commission of South Africa (IEC) in the province hosted an E-voting consultative session at The Ranch Resort last Wednesday, under the theme 'Exploring the implementation of electronic voting in South Africa'.
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August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Homebirth unit hosts info session
Breastfeeding Awareness Week is commemorated from August 1-7, and Bellies and Bumps Homebirth Unit marked the occasion by hosting an information morning on Saturday.
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August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
'Skopboks is beslis ook vir meisies'
Baie mense meen steeds dat sportsoorte soos karate, stoei en skopboks nie vir jong meisies geskik is nie.
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August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
A night in Greece with Baleia
Great wine, good friends and exceptional food set the tone for an evening in Greece, at Basil's Restaurant at The Ranch Resort on Thursday evening.
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August 07,2025
Polokwane Observer
Insurance fraud murders: More testimony as Kutumela, co-accused remain behind bars
In the ongoing bail application of insurance fraud and murder accused Rachel Kutumela, investigating officer Capt Keshi Mabunda told the court that Kutumela and her co-accused, Flora and Anna Shokane, should not be released on bail as they could interfere with investigations.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Mamabolo suspension lifted; disciplinary proceedings loom
The temporary suspension of ANC senior member Boy Mamabolo has been lifted due to a procedural lapse by the party.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Vroue staan saam teen kanker
Daar is min tye wanneer vroue so doelgerig saamstaan soos wanneer dit vir 'n goeie doel is - en dit was beslis die geval by die jaarlikse Kankertee wat Saterdag deur Thea van Staden aangebied is.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Smurf Magic delights fans at MotN
The Smurf Meet and Greet at Ster-Kinekor, Mall of the North, brought big smiles on Saturday as fans gathered to meet their favourite blue characters - Smurfette and No Name Smurf.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Roleplayers gather to address illegal gambling
The Limpopo Gambling Board (LGB), in partnership with the Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (Ledet) and the police, continues to crack down on illegal gambling in the province.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Mayor's job offers 'not nepotism, legal and compassionate'
The DA in Limpopo raised concerns over political interference in the Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) recruitment process in the Polokwane Municipality after Mayor John Mpe offered unemployed residents jobs during a recent Mandela Day celebration at extension 44.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Comrades debut: a dream come true
Car guard by day and passionate runner by heart, Wilson Letsoalo achieved a lifelong dream when he completed the gruelling 90km Comrades Ultramarathon on June 8.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Kickboxers strike gold in back-to-back contests
Hard work and dedication continue to pay off for the Ring King Kickboxing team. On July 19, five fighters travelled to Randburg to compete in 'Clash of the Warriors 2', where each athlete fought once, and all five returned home with gold medals.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Words of inspiration for the youth
Thabang Tleane, a passionate writer, entrepreneur and postgraduate student, is set to launch his third book, 'Motivation to the Sad Generation with Happy Pictures', on August 30 at the Garden Court Hotel.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Designer shines with Miss Teen Model dresses
Yuricah Daties, 'n 34-jarige self-geleerde modeontwerper, het haar merk op die wêreldtoneel gemaak deur agt spogrokke te ontwerp vir Miss Teen Model International 2025, Pearl Mathebula, wat onlangs in Peru meegeding het.
1 min |
July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
'n Dolfyndroom vir Anuska (14)
Toe Anuska Deyzel (14) vroeg een oggend in Julie opstaan, het wat 'n doodgewone oggend sou wees vir haar in 'n droomdag ontaard.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
VLU leer hoe om spanning vry te laat
Of jy nou heeldag voor jou rekenaar sit en werk of van jou energie op die padelbaan ontslae raak, iewers gaan jou spiere seer raak.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Waak so teen veldbrande
Veldbrande is nie 'n rare verskynsel in Polokwane nie: Sedert begin Junie is daar meer as 10 veldbrande in die stad op die noodgroepe aangemeld.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Riaad Moosa tackles life's big question
'What's the point?' - a question that renowned comedian and medical doctor Dr Riaad Moosa believes many people ask when grappling with life's meaning.
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July 31, 2025
Polokwane Observer
Mixed fortunes for Noordelikes
The Noordelikes Rugby Club field was abuzz on Saturday as the first and second teams lost to a strong Northam side, while the third team claimed a narrow win against the same club, known as the Rhinos of the North.
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