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Churches step up to help fight social ills
THE Collins Chabane Municipality has urged churches to step up their role in addressing social ills such as gender-based violence, femicide, crime and drug abuse. This call was made by Mayor Gezane Shadrack Maluleke during the Mayoral Pastors Forum held at the Vuwani Fire Station on Tuesday.
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August 27, 2025
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Woman's body found at Vleifontein
RESIDENTS of Vleifontein in Munzhedzi and nearby villages are in shock following the discovery of a missing woman's body at Tshiawelo Secondary School earlier this month.
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August 20, 2025
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Govt moves to tackle GBV, ritual murders
PROVINCIAL Government has raised alarm over the growing cases of gender-based violence (GBV) and ritual murders in the Vhembe district, following a special extended executive council meeting held in Polokwane on August 13.
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August 20, 2025
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Deadly Women's Month
WHILE the rest of the country celebrates Women's Month with various joyous events, several areas within Vhembe and Mopani were hit hard by heinous crimes.
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August 13, 2025
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4 arrested for ritual murder
Missing mom and daughter (2) in Vhembe:
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August 06,2025
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More suspects arrested for chief's murder
PROVINCIAL police commissioner Lt Gen Thembi Hadebe welcomed the arrest of two more suspects linked to the murder of chief Takalani Andries Gumbu (40) of Gumbu village, as well as other serious crimes committed in the Vhembe area.
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July 30, 2025
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Premier brings hope to family on Mandela Day
THE Premier, Dr Phophi Ramathuba encouraged children from the impoverished Netshiongolwe family in Begwa village near Halambani to take their education seriously, despite being born and raised in difficult circumstances.
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July 30, 2025
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Initiation graduates welcomed home
YOUNG boys from villages including Vhangani, Masia, Vyeboom, Mashau, Phaweni, Nwamatatani, Majosi, Nkuzana, Madobi and Mission Kurhuleni Mashau have successfully completed their initiation and were officially handed over to their families at the Vhangani royal kraal on Saturday.
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July 23, 2025
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Pastor charged with rape of minor
A WELL-KNOWN pastor from Sibasa, is facing new allegations of rape, this time involving a 14-year-old girl.
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July 23, 2025
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Vondo demands justice
Missing man:
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July 16, 2025
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Uplifting elderly through culture, prayer
A HEARTWARMING scene unfolded at the George Phadagi Community Hall on Saturday as Mudzinginyo Community Service, a non-government organisation dedicated to elderly care, hosted an uplifting event focused on empowering senior citizens - especially women - in the Vhembe district and parts of Gauteng.
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July 09, 2025
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Colourful graphic designer
ORIEL Rathogwa is showing that self-empowerment can lead to meaningful success.
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July 09, 2025
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Inquiry after fire destroys house
ACTING spokesperson for the police in Vhembe, WO Vuledzani Dathi said the police in Thohoyandou have opened an inquiry after a house and two vehicles burned down in Thohoyandou Unit D on June 26.
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July 09, 2025
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Rising music star shines bright, turning heads
TALENTED singer Mbali Zuke, better known by her stage name 'Makoti wa Venda', is quickly becoming a name to watch in the local music scene as she has been winning over fans and turning heads wherever she performs.
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July 09, 2025
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From rural roots to artistic heights for visual artist
VISUAL artist Mudinda Maumela (31) from Miluwani village near Sibasa is proof that raw talent, dedication and mentorship can transform a dream into a livelihood.
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July 09, 2025
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Phalaphala takes listeners to Sun City
AS part of its 60th birthday celebrations, Phalaphala FM has continued to engage with loyal listeners in different areas and has thanked its audience for their support since 1965.
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July 09, 2025
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Traditional council’s chairs refurbished
“OUR traditional councils must reflect the dignity of our traditional leaders.”
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July 09, 2025
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Grannies prove age is no barrier at Vhembe soccer tourney
“ELDERLY people should keep exercising to stay healthy,” said Vhamusanda Vho Livhuwani Matsila during a lively grannies’ soccer tournament hosted at the Matsila Grounds on June 25.
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July 09, 2025
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Tough night for local boxers at Mama Rocks tourney
IT was a night to forget for local boxing fans as two of Vhembe's own fighters suffered disappointing defeats during the Mama Rocks Boxing Tournament held at Khoroni Hotel last Friday night.
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July 09, 2025
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Victim of 91: Rapist jailed for life
THE High Court in Thohoyandou, sitting at the Waterval Magistrate’s Court, has sentenced Musa Walter Chabalala (34) of Tshisaulu village to life imprisonment for the rape of a 91-year-old woman, along with 15 years for robbery with aggravating circumstances and five years for housebreaking with intent to commit an offence.
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July 09, 2025
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Vhembe mayor tables R3.3b budget, highlights key points
VHEMBE Mayor Freda Nkondo recently tabled the district’s budget speech and highlighted key achievements for the financial year ending June 30.
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July 09, 2025
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Young female referee aims high
WHEN 19-year-old Maduvha Luvhengo from Tshivhungululu had to choose a career path, she broke the mould.
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July 09, 2025
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Gospel artist releases 'Mphe Mbilu Yau'
The nine-track offering marks a major milestone in his decades- long music journey, blending a variety of gospel styles
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July 09, 2025
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National stage for King and Queen of Venda Kingdom
ULULATIONS, traditional songs and vibrant dances filled the air as Khumbudzo Managa and Zwonaka Mabada were crowned queen and king of the Venda Kingdom during the “Indoni SA My Heritage My Pride’ finalist selection event.
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July 09, 2025
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Pull Together crowned champs
THOHOYANDOU Stadium came alive on Saturday as Rabali Pull Together were crowned the 2025 Vhembe Super Cup champions, defeating Vhembe Tron 1-0 in a tense final.
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July 09, 2025
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Sentenced to life for attempted murder
THE Louis Trichardt Regional Court on June 27 sentenced Tambudzeni Justice Maphari (43) of Madodonga to life imprisonment for the attempted murder of his girlfriend's mother.
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July 09, 2025
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From dirty tekkies to thriving business
NDAWULELO Nevhulaudzi is breathing new life into dirty tekkies, one pair at a time.
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July 09, 2025
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Youth business winner urges others to start early
AT just 34, Ngangoho Muneri has won the Enterprise Development category in the 2025 Vhembe District Youth in Business Competition.
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July 09, 2025
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Tshikuwi village gogo turns 101: 'Live a clean and healthy life'
WITH a humble heart and a walking stick in hand, Muyahavho Maria Muedi of Tshikuwi village in Nzhelele has reached an incredible milestone - 101 years of life. Despite her advanced age, Muedi’s mind remains sharp and her spirit strong as she
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July 02, 2025
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SOMA: Mayor pledges better service delivery
COLLINS Chabane Mayor Gezane Shadrack Maluleke delivered the State of the Municipality Address (Soma) at the Maluleke Community Hall last Tuesday, highlighting a renewed commitment to water provision, road infrastructure and economic development.
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