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Polokwane Observer
Al meer tieners draai na dobbel
Hoewel mense dikwels frons wanneer hulle 'n tiener met 'n alkoholiese drankie of sigarette sien, word selfoongebruik selde as 'n ernstige probleem beskou.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Prize-giving concludes padel autumn league
After eight weeks of thrilling rallies, fierce competition and plenty of camaraderie, the autumn padel leagues, organised by SRE Padel and hosted at Bendor Padel, came to a fitting conclusion with a festive prize-giving ceremony last week, celebrating players of all ages and skill levels.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Fashion Show calls on models, designers
Crafty Creations and Rough Diamonds Modelling Academy will host its 1st Annual The Winter Walk Fashion Show on July 4, with organisers putting out a call for models and fashion designers of all races in Polokwane to take part.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Hairdresser launches booking web app for small businesses
An online booking platform designed to help service-based businesses manage appointments more efficiently, has been launched by Polokwane hairstylist and self-taught coder Malik Tawane.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
TUT hosts exam prayer session, warns against substance abuse
The Tshwane University of Technology campus' directorate of extracurricular development hosted an exam prayer session at the campus recently.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Road repair row: Westenburg cousins face robbery charge
Members of a community-based organisation and some Westenburg residents believe there may have been a misunderstanding in information relayed to Polokwane Municipality officials, which ultimately led to the arrest of cousins Duncan and Wayne Southon.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Doctors urge early HPV vaccination for women
CERVICAL CANCER IS PREVENTABLE:
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Medical student gets support for final year
Singita Manganye, a 24-year-old final-year medical student, has received a bursary from a well-known medical aid fund in partnership with Gift of the Givers, bringing her closer to qualifying as a doctor.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Jou kind en Jesus, deur dié boek
Daar is vele ouerskapboeke op die mark, van skete wat kinders kan ontwikkel, tot hoe om hulle van die blommetjies en die bytjies te leer.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Young tennis stars line up for TSA tourney
The Polokwane Tennis Club was alive with energy on May 23 and 24 with the hosting of the Limpopo Baobab Mini 3 Tournament by local tennis academy SRE Sports, as part of the Tennis South Africa (TSA) Mini Tournament series.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Kudus vang gees met rolbaldag
Polokwane Kudus Rugbyklub het vroeër vanjaar hulle debuut gemaak in die Conway Dag in Louis Trichardt, teen die span van Louis Trichardt.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Westenburg bids farewell to beloved Ouma Julie (83)
Saying goodbye to a loved one is never easy, but when a life has been lived to the fullest, there can be a sense of acceptance amid the pain.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Residents recognise municiplity's efforts
Residents along parts of Boshoff Street (between Marshall Street and McDonald Avenue) in Flora Park have praised the Polokwane Municipality after recent road maintenance crews replaced the whole tar road along the busy stretch.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Seisoenale sorg vir 'n gesonde grasperk
In gesondheidskringe hoor jy dikwels die sêding: \"'n Somerlyf word in die winter gemaak\".
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Meropa donates school shoes to needy learners
Learners at Rampheri Primary School received new school shoes last Friday through a donation from Meropa Casino and Entertainment World, as part of the property's ongoing community social investment programme.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Golfers drive at SPCA fundraiser
A total of 84 golfers teed off in the Polokwane SPCA Charity Golf Day on Friday, helping to raise vital money for animal welfare initiatives in the city.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
BKS-hofuitspraak 'n wen vir boere
Die uitspraak in die Noord-Gautengse afdeling hooggeregshof in Pretoria dat die Minister van landbou, John Steenhuisen en ander staatsinstellings inderdaad verantwoordelik is vir die maandelange gesloer met 'n doeltreffende privaatsektor- geleide inentingsveldtog teen bek-en- klouseer (BKS), is 'n oorwinning vir elke vee- en wildboer in Suid-Afrika,\" meen die Suider-Afrikaanse Agri Inisiatief (Saai), wat een van die applikante in die saak was.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Vloede: Ondersteun dié projek
Hoewel mense dikwels sê reën is altyd welkom, is dit nie noodwendig waar nie. Wanneer die grond versadig raak en groot hoeveelhede reën binne 'n kort tyd val, ontstaan vloede wat verwoestende skade kan aanrig.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Police target illegal mining kingpins
Residents can play a crucial role in helping police identify and arrest those funding illegal mining
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Singer hosts gala dinner to fund cancer treatment
Diagnosed with nasopharyngeal cancer in March, Limpopo singer Arbina Ratsoma is preparing to host a gala dinner at Uhuru Lifestyle on June 19 from 18:00 until late, in an effort to raise money for her treatment.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Top cop to retire: I stand by my record
Contrary to claims by police commissioners in KwaZulu-Natal and Mpumalanga about political meddling in policing, outgoing provincial police commissioner Lt Gen Thembi Hadebe says she never experienced interference in her five-year term.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Jong pa veg weer teen kanker ná skokdiagnose
Slegs maande nadat hy meegedeel is dat sy kanker weg is, staan die 32-jarige Jaco du Toit nou voor 'n dringende stryd teen stadium 3-melanoom én die uitdaging om lewensreddende behandeling te finansier.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Unemployment takes affect on graduates
As the country continues to battle high unemployment rates, many graduates say the struggle to find work is affecting not only their finances, but also their mental health.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Police set sights on insurance fraudsters
Crime intelligence officers in the city are tracking individuals suspected of submitting fraudulent insurance claims for items allegedly stolen from vehicles.
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June 04, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Marinda gesels oor klere en waardes
Kaste is soms vol geraamtes. Vir Marinda Aucamp, klerekasstilis en openbare spreker, kom daar egter verskeie \"geraamtes\" uit die kas van wat vroue oor hulself glo.
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May 28, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Radio-controlled aircrafs take to the sky above city
Radio-controlled model aircraft lovers enjoyed a day of fun and excellent weather at the annual Baobab Fly-in that was hosted by the Area 51 RC Flying Club at the Polokwane civil airport on Saturday.
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May 28, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Team Oyama shines at Kyokushin-Kan event
Team Oyama School of Karate (OSK) delivered a strong performance at the 2026 Kyokushin-Kan International Gashuku recently held in Westonaria in Gauteng.
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May 28, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Money needed as fencers qualify for Commonwealth
Six fencers from the province have earned places on the South African squad for the Commonwealth Fencing Championships in Nigeria from August 9-14, marking a historic first for rural athletes.
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May 28, 2026
Polokwane Observer
URCSA hosts stylish gala dinner
The congregation of Uniting Reformed Church in Southern Africa Polokwane Central hosted a gala dinner on Saturday as part of its money-raising efforts towards the completion of a new modern church building in Ivy Park.
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May 28, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Street robberies a concern in city
The latest crime statistics for cases reported at the Polokwane Police Station during the first three months of 2026 show improvements, although concerns remain over the sharp rise in street robberies.
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