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Seminar empowers youth in climate, disaster risk reduction
THE recent Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction Seminar, hosted on June 12 at Nandoni River View Lodge outside Thohoyandou, focused on equipping youths with the skills and knowledge needed to help vulnerable communities become more resilient in the face of climate change and disaster risks.
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July 02, 2025
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Mom in court after baby’s death in Tshitavha
A 21-YEAR-OLD woman appeared in the Dzanani Magistrate’s Court on Friday on a charge of concealment of birth after allegedly strangling her 12-day-old daughter and disposing of the body in a pit toilet at Tshitavha village near Louis Trichardt.
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July 02, 2025
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Missing man: Family still searching for answers
THE family of Emmanuel Muremela from Vondo village is still searching for answers, eight months after he went missing in October 2024. Despite their efforts and repeated visits to the police, they say they remain in the dark about what happened to their loved one.
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July 02, 2025
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Man in court for kidnapping, extortion
CRIME SHORTS
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July 02, 2025
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Radio, restaurant join forces to fight drug abuse, GBV
PHALAPHALA FM in partnership with Hololo Restaurant in Thohoyandou, hosted a campaign last Thursday to raise awareness about drug abuse, alcohol misuse and gender-based violence (GBV).
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July 02, 2025
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Thulamela suspends MM following council sitting
THE Thulamela Local Municipality in Thohoyandou officially suspended its municipal manager, Masala Makumule, following a special council sitting held last Wednesday.
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July 02, 2025
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Munzhelele shines with Comrades silver
MARATHON runner Timothy Munzhelele proudly received a silver medal after completing this year's Comrades Marathon in what was his 10th consecutive finish.
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July 02, 2025
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Barefoot runner calls on sponsors to assist
BAREFOOT marathon runner Humbulani Mudau from Tshikota in Louis Trichardt is well known in local running circles, but behind his determined stride lies a real struggle - a lack of sponsorship.
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July 02, 2025
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Leadership tensions stir community
LONG-SIMMERING tensions in Thenga village have reached boiling point as residents voice frustration over what they call neglect and unfair treatment by their senior traditional leader, Thovhele Thavhayamipfa Mashau.
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July 02, 2025
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Suspected cable thief set alight by mob
A MAN accused of stealing copper cables died when he was caught and set alight by an enraged mob in Maniini village just outside Thohoyandou on Saturday evening.
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July 02, 2025
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Lim prepares for safe initiation season
THE MEC for Traditional Affairs, Basikopo Makamu confirmed that the province has approved 530 initiation schools for the upcoming season, a decrease from 631 in 2023.
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June 25, 2025
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Chief pledges support for soccer tournament
CHIEF Livhuwani Matsila, through the Chief Livhuwani Matsila Foundation, reaffirmed his commitment to youth development by pledging continued sponsorship of the Matsila Soccer Tournament.
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June 25, 2025
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Mpheni win promotion battle
AFTER nearly four months of disputes and arbitration, Mpheni Defenders emerged triumphant in a promotion saga involving Vondwe XI Bullets in the Safa ABC Motsepe League.
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June 25, 2025
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Agony for family of missing lecturer
THE family of missing Vhembe TVET College lecturer Jimmy Mukwevho continues to live under a dark cloud more than two years since he was last seen.
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June 25, 2025
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Socialite sets trends with voice, presence, confidence
UMPHA Mudzanani, a young woman from Ha-Mashau Givetshandani near Louis Trichardt, is setting trends in fashion, music and social media with her unique voice, presence and confidence.
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June 25, 2025
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Matidza community walks for change
MORE than 100 residents of Matidza village came together for the second annual Vhembe Charity Development Group fun walk, held recently between Matidza Royal and Mavhoyi TVET College.
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June 25, 2025
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Community urged to work with police
COMMUNITY leaders in and around Malamulele have called on residents to stop shielding crime suspects and instead work closely with law enforcement to help reduce crime in the area.
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June 25, 2025
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Mayor tells youths to seize opportunities
COLLINS Chabane Municipality Mayor Gezane Shadrack Maluleke has urged young people to collaborate with all spheres of government and take full advantage of opportunities that can change their lives for the better.
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June 25, 2025
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Caught in crossfire
A 28-YEAR-OLD woman is still recovering from injuries she sustained when members of what is suspected to be a private security company opened fire on her uncle's vehicle near Louis Trichardt on Friday evening at around 21:30.
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June 25, 2025
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Teams ready for play-offs
THE highly anticipated Safa Vhembe Hollywood League promotional play-off matches are scheduled to take place this Friday at Makhuvha Stadium, Malamulele Stadium and Tshifulanani Stadium.
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June 25, 2025
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Nevie Blue: Carving to leave a lasting legacy
AFRO-FUSION artist Mawela Thakhani, better known by his stage name 'Nevie Blue', is steadily rising in South Africa's music scene with a sound rooted in emotion and creative depth.
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June 25, 2025
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Thulamela Mayor tables budget
THE Thulamela Local Municipality has tabled its 2025/26 budget of R1.1b - the same as the previous year - despite rising operational costs and increasing community needs.
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June 25, 2025
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Premier applauds activist's 448km run against GBVF
THE Premier, Dr Phophi Ramathuba commended the 26-year-old activist Pfano Ungedzani from Tshidzini village in the Thulamela Local Municipality for his remarkable endurance run spanning 448km from Pretoria to Thavhani Mall in Thohoyandou.
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June 25, 2025
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Milestone for police constable
CONSTABLE Lydia Thembisile Thubana, a seasoned member of the police, recently achieved a significant milestone in her career and personal development.
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June 25, 2025
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New home brings joy to mom of 5
IT was an emotional moment for Gladys Tsakani Makhubele from Xigalo village, ward 26 in the Collins Chabane Municipality when she recently received the keys to a brand-new home.
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June 25, 2025
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Young entrepreneur: Hard work paves the way
HARD work and dedication can pave the way to success and job creation, said Ndivhwo Sikhau, one of the winners of the 2025 Youth in Business Competition Awards.
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June 25, 2025
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Mayor tells youths to focus on education
YOUNG people from around Louis Trichardt were urged to refrain from criminal activities and focus on their school work.
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June 25, 2025
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Debut EP for DJ Gun-Do SA
DJ AND producer Gundo Tshikonelo, known as DJ Gun-Do SA, officially released his debut extended play (EP), 'The Foundation'.
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June 25, 2025
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Stone Breakers clinch tourney title
TSHIKWANI Stone Breakers were crowned champions of the Thovhele Vho NTL Mashamba Soccer Tournament after defeating Makhitha Oscar Stars 2-0 in the final played at the Mashamba Grounds last Monday.
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June 25, 2025
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Crafters call for more exposure after successful craft market
THE Vhembe Craft Market, held at the Thohoyandou Botanical Gardens on June 14, was met with great energy from artisans, dancers and vendors - and with many now calling for more exhibition days to fully showcase their talents and grow their businesses.
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