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Polokwane Observer
'Mr BBL' sets Comrades personal best time
Mzansi Athletics Club (AC) runner Phumudzo Bebwele, better known as 'Mr BBL', completed his second Comrades Marathon in 2026, clocking 11:22 on the up-run, which is a personal best after finishing the 2025 down-run in 11:45.
2 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Jeugdag gevier by stad se konsentrasiekampkerkhof
Vanjaar se jeugdagvieringe wat verlede Dinsdag by die Pietersburg konsentrasiekampkerkhof in Nirvana aangebied is, het 'n geleentheid aan inwoners van die stad en gaste van omliggende dorpe gebied om rustig te verkeer, nuwe vriende te maak en hul kultuurbatterye te laai.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Ma, dogter pak Comrades aan
Noelene Mar en haar dogter, Tamarin de Bruin, het vanjaar saam aan die Comrades Maraton deelgeneem, waar hulle mekaar ondersteun en die Pietersburg Road Runners (PRR) verteenwoordig het.
2 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Stoma: Adjusting to a new normal
A stoma is a surgically created opening in the abdomen that connects the bowel or urinary system to the outside of the body, diverting the normal passage of waste.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Groenewald case ends after nearly 2 decades
The state's case against local businessman accused of rhino horn trafficking, Dawie Groenewald finally came to conclusion last week after nearly two decades.
2 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Aanlynveilings vat vlam, ook vir Ons Winkel
Voor Covid-19-grendeltyd, was 'n veiling 'n plek om saam met mense wat dieselfde belangstellings het, te kuier, en soms heelwat meer vir items te haal, as deur die gewone kanale.
2 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Dads take centre stage at 'Daddy and Me' ballet
Tutus, ties and plenty of tenderness filled the studio on Saturday as the Melisa Gilfillan Dance Academy (MGDA) hosted its first Father's Day feature event, the 'Daddy and Me' ballet class.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Healing through interaction with horses at Harmony Hooves
A new equine-assisted therapy centre is helping children, teenagers and adults build confidence, develop life skills and improve their emotional well-being through meaningful interactions with horses.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Naald, gare en groot drome vir Corli Osmers
Corli Osmers (23) het reeds op 'n jong ouderdom besef dat modeontwerp deel van haar DNS is. Tydens die Covid-19-pandemie het sy as 17-jarige in haar kamer gesit en klere ontwerp.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Ondersteun dié projek om Schalk (4) se operasie te help befonds
Op vierjarige ouderdom het Schalk Junior Nel bykans meer tyd in die hospitaal, as by die kleuterskool deurgebring.
2 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Nature's paradise treasures await
For many travellers, the ideal holiday is one that offers relaxation, tranquillity and a chance to reconnect with nature.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Living with a stoma: A journey of self-acceptance
At the age of 28, Phemelo Seane saw her life change dramatically after suffering a fourth-degree tear during childbirth that ruptured her sphincter muscle.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
2 lucky winners in Vivo Vleismark competition
Vivo Vleismark, well known for its yellow fat biltong and fresh meat, has expanded its presence at Thornhill Plaza with the opening of a fully operational butchery in April, following a period of operating a kiosk at the centre.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Drug abuse among youths worsening, SANCA warns
The battle against drug abuse in the city and surrounding townships remains a difficult one, with the Limpopo South African National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (Sanca) warning that addiction, particularly among young people, has worsened over the past three years.
2 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
VLU Noord-vroue hekel 3D Japanese speelding
Amigurumi is 'n gewilde Japanese hekelkuns en 'n nuwe woord vir die vroue van die VLU Pietersburg-Noord.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Bowls evening raises money for veterans
The Polokwane Bowls Club hosted a special money-raising bowls evening on Friday in support of the Botha Shellhole of the Memorable Order of Tin Hats (Moths) in Polokwane.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
20-year musical journey
For more than two decades, Just Helgard has been entertaining audiences in and around.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Residents brave cold weather to register to vote
Residents turned out at various registration points across the city this weekend to enquire where they should report to vote in the 2026 municipal election, or to register or update their voting status, despite very cold weather and incumbent municipal councillors and agents were available to assist and offer advice.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
'CBD brokers': Police probe possible human trafficking links
The recent rise of young insurance brokers operating in the central business district and reportedly luring commuters into questionable insurance policies, has been linked to possible human trafficking elements, according to the police.
2 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Comrades history for Johannes (84)
The Polokwane Athletic Club (PAC) delivered a stellar showing at the 2026 Comrades Marathon, led by 84-year-old club member Johannes Mosehla who shattered his own record as the oldest ever finisher in the race's history.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Teams bring on Game Day at F45
45 Training Polokwane proudly hosted its first Games Day on Saturday, bringing together fitness enthusiasts from across the community for a day of competition, teamwork, and fun.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Chani (17) se omgeehart bring hoop aan weerloses
Chani Brittion (17) het 'n groot hart vir mense en diere wat swaarkry.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Teacher, entrepreneur bakes own recipe for success
A prayer for financial relief led entrepreneur and baker Reginah Magolo to launch her own bakery, Madam Ree Corporation, from her home in Sunbird Street.
2 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Misdaad: Hoe om deur die trauma te kom
Daar is min mense wat nog nie deel van die misdaadstatistiek is nie - self as slagoffers of as familie van iemand wat 'n slagoffer was.
1 min |
June 25, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Police and CPF need to partner
DA caucus leader in the Polokwane Municipality, Johan Retters emphasised in a media release that 15 serious crimes are committed in Polokwane daily while robberies increased by 52.4%.
1 min |
June 18, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Concerns raised over jobs, crime, immigration
Limpopo Long Walk has submitted four memoranda to various government departments, raising concerns about unemployment, crime and immigration-related challenges that it believes are affecting local communities.
1 min |
June 18, 2026
Polokwane Observer
DA only party to vote against CDM's budget
The DA in the Capricorn District Municipality (CDM) did not rubberstamp the local authority's 2026/27 to 2028/29 Medium-Term Revenue and Expenditure Forecast (MTREF) budget that was recently tabled in council.
1 min |
June 18, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Fun run brings neighbours together
The Myngenoegen community laced up their running shoes last Saturday for a community fun run aimed at building connections and promoting wellness.
1 min |
June 18, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Muni reports on 3rd quarter's finances
Polokwane Mayor John Mpe tabled the municipality's financial report for the third quarter (July 2025- March 2026) of the 2025/26 financial year during the recent council meeting, reflecting that the overall financial position of the local authority appears to be in order, a matter of concern is, however, that the local authority's debt book still reflects an amount of more than R2.069b of which R1 526b is overdue for more than 12 months.
1 min |
June 18, 2026
Polokwane Observer
Local karatekas shine at Tskkia provincials
Four members from Tokon Karate Samurai Kai - Polokwane recently delivered an outstanding performance at the Tskkia North West Provincial Championships held in Brits, bringing home a total of eight medals.
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