28 May 2025- According to the Department of Water and Sanitation weekly status of dams report, North West provincial dam levels are at full supply capacity at 100.4% this week, compared to 101.1% last week. Last year at this time, the overall provincial water storage recorded 74.5% water storage.
The Department of Water and Sanitation spokesperson, Wisane Mavasa said, although most of the provincial dams have experienced a slight decline this week, they are stable and at satisfactory levels. Mavaba said Ngotwane Dam has dropped from 91.9% to 91.3%, Hartbeespoort Dam moved from 97.8% to 97.6%, Bospoort Dam dropped from 102.4% to 102.2%, Roodekopjes Dam moved from 101.5% to 96.9%, Molatedi Dam dropped from 109.2% to 108.8%, Madikwe Dam dropped from 93.8% to 93.2%, Disaneng Dam shifted from 101.1% to 100.8%, Boskop Dam moved from 103.2% to 102.8%, and Setumo Dam slightly decreased from 99.8% to 99.6%.
“Buffelspoort Dam is at 100.8%, Lindleyspoort Dam at 100.4%, Koster Dam at 100.6%, Swartruggens Dam at 103.1%, Vaalkop Dam at 101.6%, Marico Bosveld Dam at 101.00%, Klein Marico Poort Dam at 100.7%, Klipvoor Dam at 101.1%, Olifantsnek Dam at 100.9% and Sehujwane Dam at 97.6%.
“The department urges communities to continue using water sparingly and to report illegal water use, connections and vandalism of the water infrastructure to their local authorities or call the department’s toll-free number on 0800 200 200 to report unauthorised water use,” she said.
Picture: close-up of man holding knife smeared with blood and still dripping
By REGINALD KANYANE
28 May 2025- A man (44) who is accused of murder was sentenced to 12 years imprisonment by the Kathu Regional Court. On 3 August 2024, Melon Kgokolo stabbed Johannes Olyn (45) several times in the neck with a butcher knife in Diepkloof, Olifantshoek after a brief argument.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Sergio Kock said the SAPS management commends the Investigating Officer, Detective Sergeant Danny Kgatlane of Olifantshoek Detectives for his unwavering dedication that led to this outstanding murder conviction. Kock said the SAPS will remain focused on eradicating senseless contact crimes from our communities and ensuring that justice is served.
WELLINGTON, NEW ZEALAND – AUGUST 02: Hildah Magaia of South Africa celebrates with teammates after scoring her team’s second goal during the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia & New Zealand 2023 Group G match between South Africa and Italy at Wellington Regional Stadium on August 02, 2023 in Wellington, New Zealand. (Photo by Katelyn Mulcahy – FIFA/FIFA via Getty Images)
By OBAKENG MAJE
28 May 2025 – Banyana Banyana coach, Dr Desiree Ellis and her Botswana and Zambia counterparts met at the Lucas Moripe Stadium on Tuesday ahead of the highly anticipated #ThreeNations Series featuring the three countries. The #ThreeNations series, which serves as vital preparation for the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco in July 2025, kicks off today in Atteridgeville, with Banyana Banyana squaring off against Botswana’s Mares at 3pm.
Ellis, Botswana’s head coach Alex Malete and Zambia’s Nora Häuptle, are happy to test themselves against their neighbours as part of their preparations.
The three COSAFA countries, who have all qualified for the upcoming continental tournament, are using the series to test combinations, assess readiness, and fine-tune tactical details ahead of WAFCON in July 2025. Ellis spoke about the value of facing two strong opponents, and how the series will reveal where the Sasol-sponsored South African senior women’s national team currently stands in their preparation journey.
“This will help us to see what we still need to work on. As I said, ever-improving Botswana and Zambia, who’ve been to back-to-back Olympics, bring that level of experience. As Coach Nora mentioned, having their U17s qualify for back-to-back World Cups also adds to that. We’ll have to test where we are and what still needs refining,” she said.
Botswana’s Malete welcomed the challenge of facing two strong teams, noting the importance of these matchups for his side’s development.
“These two games come at a time when we really need them, and against the two best teams in Africa. It’s all about refining the details. We had a short camp ahead of these matches, so we’ve been working on team tactics. After the games, we’ll review the videos and work on the finer details,” he said.
Zambia’s Häuptle, whose side only flew today due to political unrest back home, thanked her staff for ensuring the team could travel under challenging circumstances.
“We look forward to facing South Africa and Botswana – all three of us are WAFCON-qualified, and this will be a good test,” she said.
Zambia will open their #ThreeNations campaign on 31 May, against Botswana, before closing the series against Banyana Banyana on 3 June 2025, also at Lucas Moripe Stadium. All matches in the series will kick off at 3pm.
Meanwhile, tickets for the matches are available on Ticketpro, priced at R40 for adults and R20 for children. The #ThreeNations Series not only celebrates top-tier African women’s football but provides crucial match minutes and preparation for all three nations ahead of one of the continent’s most prestigious tournaments.
South African fans are encouraged to come out in numbers to support Banyana Banyana as they defend their continental crown. Ticketpro – Banyana Banyana vs Botswana – 28 May 2025.
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