27 May 2025- Seven suspects aged between 28 and 47, were arrested by the police in Aggeneys for allegedly hunting without a permit. The police allegedly received a tip-off about a Gemsbok that was slaughtered on the Lus10 – Aggeneys road and left under a bridge.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Captain Ivan Magerman said the police allegedly intercepted and stopped the vehicle the suspects were traveling in. Magerman said the Gemsbok was found at the back of the bakkie.
“All suspects are expected to appear in the Pofadder Magistrate’s Court on 2 May 2025. The police in the Namakwa District are committed towards protecting endangered species in the area and will ensure that perpetrators, who commit crimes related to the endangerment, therefore face the full might of the law,” he said.
Picture: The North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA), Oageng Molapisi/Supplied
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
27 May 2025- The North West MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA), Oageng Molapisi expressed his satisfaction on the progress registered. This comes after Molapisi’s recent visit to Redirile Housing Project, wherein 385 housing units are being constructed in Redirile Township, in Derby.
He said this demonstrates the department’s commitment to ensuring that the elderly, people with disabilities and child-headed families are provided with quality housing, their living conditions are improved and they regain their dignity.
“I am very pleased with the speed in which the project is moving at. This shows that we are moving in the right direction to ensuring that our communities have decent housing.
“As a department, ours is to ensure that we create and facilitate sustainable human settlements for our people as this will help to improve the quality of their households,” said Molapisi.
He said the Redirile Housing Project is part of the department’s efforts, which aims to provide quality housing to residents, particularly those who have been living in very dire conditions for years. Molapisi said the project, which started in 2022 is currently at 90% completion, with less than 30 units remaining to be completed and handed over to beneficiaries.
“If the department can keep up with this speed, they will be able to tackle all the housing backlogs they are faced with, thereby providing communities with decent homes and improving their livelihoods,” he said.
Moreover, Molapisi together with the Head of Department, Kgomotso Mahlobo and departmental officials paid visit to an elderly woman (84), who has been staying in a dilapidated shack with her six grandchildren for years and has not benefited from the government’s low-cost housing scheme. He expressed his concerns on the family’s living conditions and committed that his department together with the local municipality will follow-up on the matter to ensure that the household situation improves and the elderly woman gets a decent house.
“It cannot be correct that an elder at her age is still exposed to such living conditions. As the department, we will ensure that all necessary measures are taken to ensure that a house is being built for her,” he said.
Meanwhile, the Head of Department, Kgomotso Mahlobo echoed the Molapisi’ sentiments that the department, working together with municipalities, will continue to identify elders and assist them. Mahlobo further stressed the importance of regular applications follow-ups and reviewing housing policies to ensure that they are appropriate for identifying deserving applicants.
“By doing so, the department can better support vulnerable community members and provide them with the assistance they need,” she said.
Picture: The North West Premier, Lazarus Mokgosi showcases the fishing equipment donated by the North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development
By REGINALD KANYANE
27 May 2025- In a powerful show of the government’s commitment to grassroots development, North West Premier, Lazarus Mokgosi handed over vital fishing equipment to the Makweteng Fishery Cooperative in Boitumelong Township, near Bloemhof on Friday. The handover was part of the final instalment of Phase 4 of the Thuntsha Lerole Service Delivery Programme aims to bolster sustainable livelihoods and stimulate local economic activity along the Vaal River.
Mokgosi emphasised the importance of not only addressing service delivery issues, but also laying the foundation for economic self-reliance and dignity. He said this is more than just the provision of equipment.
“It is a step toward empowering our communities to thrive economically, while ensuring they operate safely and sustainably. The accelerated service delivery programme is aimed at bridging service delivery gaps and promoting inclusive economic opportunities across the province.
“The fishing equipment, which includes nets, rods, protective gear and cold storage containers, is expected to significantly enhance the productivity and safety of local fishermen operating along the Vaal River. This further helps to ensure a stable supply of fish, which is an important source of protein and nutrition,” said Mokgosi.
The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development Head of Department, Thupi Mokhatla, urged the fishermen to use the resources responsibly. Mokhatla further said this handover marks a significant milestone in their efforts to support fishing communities in the province.
“These tools are not just equipment but symbols of opportunity meant to be used responsibly to boost productivity, strengthen food security, restore dignity and recognise the vital role small-scale fisheries play in driving local economies and improving livelihoods,” he said.
Meanwhile, the coordinator of Makweteng Fishery/Aquaculture Cooperative Ltd, Monnapule Sentshedi, thanked the department for its support.
“The fishing equipment will help us increase our fish catch and improve our income as local fishermen in Bloemhof. This handover will not only strengthen the work of the Makweteng Cooperative, but also reinforces the value of small-scale fisheries in driving local economic growth, supporting food security, and creating sustainable livelihoods in communities along the Vaal River,” said Sentshedi.
Setshwantsho-papiso- Monna o tlhokafetse morago ga go shela mo ntlung
Ka OBAKENG MAJE
27 Motsheganong 2025- Sepodisi sa Taung se kaile fa se batlisisa kgetsi ya morago ga loso. Se, se tla morago ga gore monna wa dingwaga di le 51, a tlhokafale morago ga go shela mo ntlung kwa motseng wa Myra, gaufi le Taung mo letsatsing la Tshipi.
Go begwa fa kgabo ya molelo e ile a bonwa ke baagisani, mme ba itsise batima-molelo kwa Pudimoe ga mmogo le sepodisi.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen are setopo sa monna se ile sa fitlhelwa mo ntlung morago ga go tima molelo. Van Rooyen are ga ba belaele fa go ka tswa go na le letsogo la tshwene o tiragalong e.
“Ke nnete sepodisi se butse kgetsi ya morago ga loso,” van Rooyen wa tlhalosa.
Picture: The award-winning actor, Presley Chweneyagae
By OBAKENG MAJE
27 May 2025- The heartfelt condolences messages continue to pour in after the sudden death of South African actor, Presley Chweneyagae. Chweneyagae died in the early hours of Tuesday at his home in Pretoria aged 40.
The North West MEC for Arts, Culture, Sports and Recreation, Virginia Tlhapi said they have learnt with a deep shock about the passing on of celebrated thespian, Presley Chweneyagae. Tlhapi said as a department, they extend their sympathies and support to the family, friends and the broader movie and theatre industry.
“This is a sad day for all of us as Chweneyagae’s talent was celebrated here and beyond. A son of the North West and an inspiration to the youth across the country, Chweneyagae cut his artistic teeth at the legendary Mmabana Sports, Arts and Culture Foundation in Mahikeng.
“We are proud to say he was a willing supporter of the work done at his alma mater, which is an arm of the department. He will be remembered for his warm personality and a sense of humour,” she said.
Tlhapi further said as the North West arts community, they are proud to have exported to the world such incredible talent. She added that his legacy will be that of an inspiration and motivation to the youth, not only in the province, but beyond the provincial and national borders.
“May his family and friends draw comfort in knowing that he lived a life with purpose and left an indelible mark in the artistic path he travelled with so many,” said Tlhapi.
27 May 2025- The family of the South African actor, Presley Chweneyagae (40) at Phola village, in Ramosadi, near Mahikeng said, they are still reeling in shock after the sudden death of their son. According to Chweneyagae’s cousin at the family house in Phola, who requested not to be named because she is not supposed to speak to the media, they received a call from Chweneyagae’s wife regarding his death at around 1am.
Picture: SA actor, Presley Chwenyagae family house in Phola village, Ramosadi in Mahikeng
She said Chweneyagae’s mother and other family members left for Pretoria to go and find out what might be the cause of his death.
“Eish, for now we cannot say much because other family members are not here. We really do not know what transpired and more details will unfold later on. Please, do not quote me as I’m not supposed to speak to the media,” she said.
According to Wikipedia, Chweneyagae rose to prominence for his starring role in Tsotsi, which won the Academy Award for Foreign Language Film at the 78th Academy Awards. He was named after his mother’s favourite singer, Elvis Presley.
Following Chweneyagae’s debut feature film role in Tsotsi, he has continued to work on both stage and screen. His latest films include More Than Just a Game, State of Violence, and Africa United. He also performed in a play about Solomon Mahlangu, a former MK cadre, who was hanged at the age of 22.
Setshwantsho: Monna o timetseng, Thuto Tlhotlhomisang
Ka OBAKENG MAJE
27 Motsheganong 2025- Sepodisi sa Taung se netefaditse fa setopo se se bonweng kwa thoko ga noka kwa motseng wa Mocweding, gaufi le Taung, e le sa monna wa kwa motseng wa Mokassa 2. Go begwa fa Thuto Tlhotlhomisang wa dingwaga di le 26, a ile a timela dibeke tse pedi tse di fetileng.
Fela, setopo sa gagwe se se neng se setse se senyegile, se bonwe ka Labotlhano.
Go ya ka dipego, mme mmagwe Tlhotlhomisang, one a tlogela Thuto mo ntlung fa a leba kwa kerekeng, fela one a mo fitlhela a seo mo go boweng ga gagwe. Mogoloe Thuto, Tsholofelo Tlhotlhomisang, one a ikuela go botlhe go ka ba thusa go batlana le monnawe.
27 Motsheganong 2025- Kgetsi ya polao kgatlhanong le monna wa kwa motseng wa Majaneng, gaufi le Taung, e buseditswe morago ke kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung go fitlha kgwedi ya Seetebosigo e tlhola matsatsi a le 9. Se, se tla morago ga tshalelo morago ya bopaki.
Molatofadiwa, Motseothata Nelson Seoleseng (35), o buseditswe kwa ntlolefitshwana. Seoleseng o ile a tshwara le go latofadiwa ka go tlhaba le go bolaya tsala ya gagwe, Mosimanegape Adam van Wyk (31), ka thiba.
Go begwa fa Seoleseng ga mmogo le moswi, ba ne ba le mmogo, mme ba ile ba ya kwa gabo molatofadiwa ko ba fitlhetseng morwa rragwe molatofadiwa a na le lekgarebe la gagwe.
Mongwe wa bo maratahelele wa tlhalosa: “Go begwa fa go ile ga runya kgakgauthano ya mafoko ma gareng ga molatofadiwa le monnawe. Sebakwa sa kgakgauthano ke gore, molatofadiwa one a botsa monnawe gore goreng a tlisa lekgarebe kwa gagabo.
“Ene ya re fa e ya matsogong, tsala ya molatofadiwa, van Wyk, one a leka go tsiriganya. Fela go begwa fa molatofadiwa a ne a mo tsogela kgatlhanong, mme a mo tsatsanka ka thipa. Go ya ka dipego, moswi one a rwalelwa kwa bookelong jwa sedika jwa Taung, fela one a balelelwa le badimo mo letsatsing la Tshipi.”
Go begwa fa kgetsi ya polao ene ya bulwa, mme mmelaelwa one a tshwarwa.
Kgabagare, sebueledi sa sepodisi mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati, Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen are, kgetsi ya polao e butswe.
27 Motsheganong 2025- Kgetsi ya polao kgatlhanong le monna wa dingwaga di le 47, e buseditswe morago ke kgotlhatshekelo ya sedika ya Taung mo letsatsing la maabane go fitlha Seetebosigo a tlhola matsatsi a le 17 go tsweletsa dipatlisiso.
Go begwa fa molatofadiwa, Kabelo Mogongwa, a ile a tshwarwa morago ga dipego tsa gore o thuntsitse lekgarebe la gagwe, Tsholofelo Nde Emphukile (38). Go begwa fa lekawana le, le lekgarebe la gagwe, ba ne ba dula botlhe kwa phaphosing e e hirilweng kwa motseng wa Khibitswane, gaufi le Taung.
Go ya ka sebueledi sa maloba sa sepodisi mo Bokone Bophirima, Mokaptein Aaftje Botma, moagisani wa monna o, o ile a tlhalosetsa sepodisi fa baratani ba, ba gorogile ka ura ya bongwe mo mosong, mme go ile ga tsoga tlhatlharuani ma gareng ga bone.
“O kaile fa a utlwile modumo wa sethunya. Sepodisi se ile sa biletswa kwa lefelong la tiragalo, mme se ile sa fitlhela moswi mogare ga bophadiphadi jwa madi.
“Sepodisi se ile sa tshwanelwa ke go shaga burglars gore ba kgone go tsena mo ntlung. Molatofadiwa o ile a tshwarwa, mme one a ganelwa ka beile,” Botma wa tlhalosa.
Kgabagare, sebueledi sa lelapa la moswi, Medupe Emphukile are: “Re utlwisitswe botlhoko ke tiragalo e, mme ga ke itse gore a kgolagano ya moswi le molatofadiwa kgale e na le mathata.
“Kgale ba dula ba le babedi kwa Khibitswane, mme Tsholofelo ene kgale a tla fela fa etile kwa lapeng kwa Cokonyane.”
27 May 2025 – Bafana Bafana will face Mozambique in an international friendly match to be played at Loftus Stadium in Pretoria on Tuesday, 10 June 2025. A few days ago, South African senior men’s national team coach Hugo Broos named a 41-member preliminary squad for the friendly matches against Tanzania – to be played at Peter Mokaba Stadium in Polokwane, Limpopo, on 6 June 2025 – and Mozambique.
The team will report for camp in Johannesburg on 1 June 2025, and then travel to Polokwane on the same day. Mamelodi Sundowns players were not selected as they will be participating in the FIFA Club World Cup to be played in the United States of America from 14 June – to 13 July 2025.
The final list of 23 players will be announced this week.
The Guardian 