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Polokwane Observer - October 09, 2025

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Polokwane Observer Description:

Uitgever: Northern-Media-Group

Categorie: Newspaper

Taal: Afrikaans

Frequentie: Weekly

Polokwane Observer is a community newspaper based in Polokwane, Limpopo. Polokwane Observer’s beautiful presentation, innovative layout and use of colour are a refreshing breeze in the community press division of South Africa. It is a complete newspaper, elegant and a standard for the industry. It knows its readers and writes for them. It’s incisive, relevant and critical.

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October 09, 2025

Onverwacht murder trial gets underway

The Limpopo High Court is currently hearing the high-profile trial of the 61-year-old Zachariah Olivier and his former employee, 40-year-old Zimbabwean national William Musora, who lacks legal identity documentation in South Africa. Twenty-two witnesses are expected to testify in connection with the murder of two women last year.

1 mins

Water crisis out of control

The city's water crisis has now reached a point where residents have accepted that solutions to the challenge are beyond the political will and capacity of the municipality and threats of full-scale protest action are made.

2 mins

Motion on table to oust mayor

The DA on Tuesday tabled a motion of no confidence against embattled Polokwane Mayor John Mpe over corruption allegations and the persistent water crisis.

1 mins

Safety concerns rise in CBD after another aggravating robbery incident

A recent account of an aggravating robbery incident by a victim in the central business district has reiterated what seems to be a general view that the area, especially downtown, faces a dire safety hazard for shoppers, workers and businesspeople alike.

1 mins

COSATU pickets over worker victimisation

Members of the Congress of South African Trade Unions (Cosatu) staged a picket last Wednesday near the corner of Hospital and Landdros Mare streets, protesting against several employers accused of victimising their employees.

1 mins

Muni approves increases; R66.4m added to annual expenses

During a recent council meeting, the Polokwane Municipality approved an increase in salaries, allowances and benefits that will add R66.4m to the annual expenses for remuneration of 90 councillors of which 45 are elected in wards and 45 holding office on a proportional basis.

1 mins

Muni ready for AARTO rollout in December

Motorists will soon have to adjust to a new way of handling traffic fines and violations as the Administrative Adjudication of Road Traffic Offences (Aarto) Act takes effect nationwide on December 1.

2 mins

Lim prepares for strategic turn in investment conference

At the heart of industrialising Limpopo lies the province's annual Investment Conference, established in 2020, which continues to serve as a cornerstone of economic development. This year, however, brings a sharper focus on accountability and delivery.

1 mins

MotN promotes safer, more resilient communities

Mall of the North commemorated International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction last Wednesday under the theme 'Everyday Counts - Act for Resilience Today'.

1 mins

Hindu community celebrates Navratri

The Polokwane Hindu community recently celebrated Navratri at the Shree Gita Mandir in Nirvana.

1 mins

Teen queen gives back through charity

Lulihana 'Lulu' Mostert (12), recently crowned Miss Teen Elegant Limpopo 2025/26 Charity Ambassador, overall Mother of the Queens, Miss Teen Elegant Limpopo 2025/26 Ambassador, as well as first princess (junior category) and junior public choice, is already putting her titles to good use by giving back to her community.

1 mins

Trophies and Treasures unlock city's potential

Collaboration, ubuntu and sustainable development were the central themes at the October edition of 'Trophies and Treasures Circle', an initiative led by businesswoman Tshepo Mathabatha.

1 mins

TK's Hospitality: Tsakani Mpofu and Thy Rest Leading Change Through

CULINARY EMPOWERMENT

2 mins

Lim Holiday Fair Fun draws lively crowd

The Limpopo Holiday Fair Fun Walk/ Run and Aerobics 2025 took place at Savannah Mall on Saturday, forming part of the 10th Limpopo Holiday Fair.

1 mins

Book 'n Paint fitness edition inspires young readers

Shoki Mashitisho, a certified phono-graphix reading therapist, hosted 'A Re Baleng' (Let's Read) Book 'n Paint - Fitness Edition at the Abundance City Church in Myngenoegen last Saturday, in collaboration with Koketso Mofoleng (Coach KK) and Health Crave.

1 mins

Dressed to the nines at Ladies High Tea

The Ranch Resort's Annual Ladies High Tea was a quintessentially elegant affair held at the Safari Venue at The Ranch Resort on October 4.

1 mins

LFA fencers start season with passion, purpose

The new fencing season kicked off with the familiar clash of épées as fencers from seven clubs took to the piste at the fencing training hall in Polokwane on Saturday, fighting hard for top positions.

2 mins

Yin-Yang dominates competition

Last Saturday, Yin-Yang Karate Club karatekas showcased their skills at the annual Kremetart All Styles Karate Challenge Championship in Louis Trichardt.

1 mins

Golfers tee off for local charities in Ranch day

The Ranch Annual Charity Golf Day event was held at The Ranch Resort on Saturday, drawing golfers and guests together for a day of sport, networking and giving back.

1 mins

Young gymnast shines on mat

The 10-year-old Laciana 'Lala' Pitsi has been making waves in artistic gymnastics since joining Zanis Gymnastics Academy in January this year.

1 mins

Fitness, flair and finesse

Local bodybuilder Mapula Colin, who has over 24 years of active gym training, was recently crowned champion at the IFBB South African Championships in the 40+ uncategorised category, held from September 11-13 at Junction Kloof in KwaZulu-Natal.

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