4 November 2025- A man (41) was arrested for dealing in drugs. This comes after the police received a tip-off regarding the matter.
According to the ZF Mgcawu District police spokesperson, Sergeant Omphile Masegela, they discovered Hydroponic Dagga to the estimated value of R360 000 during a search at his premises. Masegela said the suspect is set to appear in court soon.
“The ZFM District members are on a mission to remove the drugs from the streets and have displayed this in the recent actions during Operation Shanela activities between 30 October 2025 and 3 November 2025. In an unrelated incident recently, a man was arrested in Keimoes after being found in possession of mandrax tablets worth R20 000 during routine patrols,” she said.
Meanwhile, the ZFM District Police Commissioner, Major General Sebili said they deployed members to conduct duties that will yield expected results and is applying no tolerance approach to create a detour for criminality in the district.
4 Ngwanetsele 2025- Monna o bolailwe ke batho ba ba sa itsiweng mono Mahikeng morago ga ditatofatso tsa maiteko a kgothoso le petelelo. Go begwa fa monna o, a ne a leka go kgothosa le go betelela moithuti wa kwa Taletso TVET College gaufi le Unit 6, fela fa o fetsa go tlola seporo sa terena.
Go begwa fa moithuti o, a ne a tsamaya ka maoto.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone are monna o, o ile a tlhaselwa ke bangwe ba baagi ba ba sa itsiweng. Mokgwabone are monna o, o ile a netefadiwa fa a tlhokafetse kwa lefelo la tiragalo.
“Dipatlisiso di tsweletse go fitlha ga jaana. Ga go ope o tshwereng,” Mokgwabone wa tlhalosa.
Picture: Four people nabbed for driving under the influence of alcohol/Generic
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
4 November 2025 – As part of the ongoing Safer Festive Season Operation, police in the Namakwa District arrested four individuals for driving under the influence of alcohol during the past week. The police said the arrests were effected during high-visibility patrols and roadblocks conducted across the district, aimed at curbing reckless and negligent driving, particularly during the festive period when traffic volumes increase.
The Namakwa District Police Commissioner, Brigadier Schalk Andrews has issued a stern warning to all road users. Andrews said driving under the influence is not only illegal—it is deadly.
“Every time someone gets behind the wheel intoxicated, they endanger not only their own life but the lives of innocent road users. We will not tolerate such behaviour in our district. Our members are out in full force, and those who choose to break the law will face the full might of the law.
“We further urged community members to act responsibly and to report any suspected drunk drivers as well as other criminal activities to the nearest police station or via the SAPS Crime Stop number, 08600 10111 or via the MySaps app. All information will be treated confidentially,” he said.
Andrews further said the police remain committed to ensuring the safety of all residents and visitors in the Namakwa District during the festive season and beyond.
Picture: Amajimbos players celebrating a goal against Bolivia/Supplied
By REGINALD KANYANE
4 November 2025- The South African U17 Men’s National team got off to a flyer in their opening match of the FIFA U17 World Cup with a fine 3-1 win over Bolivia at the Aspire Zone Complex in Doha, Qatar, on Monday. The victory saw coach Vela Khumalo’s charges make history by becoming the first South African national team to win their opening match in a FIFA World Cup.
This was also the U17s first-ever win in only their second appearance in a World Cup since 2015, where they lost two games and drew the third. But it was not an easy ride in Qatar for Amajimbos after they were reduced to 10 men following the sending off of Sive Pama, who was shown the red card for a foul.
The referee had initially given him the yellow card, but after the assistance of the Football Video Support (FVS) request made by Bolivia, it was changed to his marching orders following a check in the 35th minute. Despite playing a man short, the South Africans took the lead three minutes later, with the sensational Emile Witbooi scoring the opener.
But this was at the second time of asking after his shot rebounded off the upright with Bolivia goalkeeper Geronemo Govea beaten. Lebohang Dhlamini and Alwande Booysen were introduced after the recess in place of Teboho Mlangeni and Selwyn Stevens as Khumalo needed fresh legs.
South Africa continued where they left off in the second half when Neo Bohloko increased the lead to 2-0 in the 50th minute.
Once again Bolivia put to good use their FVS options and successfully challenged a Dhlamini tackle in the South African penalty area – resulting in the South Americans being awarded a spot kick, which Jesus Maraude converted in the 72nd minute.
Amajimbos coach, Vela Khumalo said when it seemed that the match would end with that scoreline, along came second half substitute Shaun Els who beat the offside trap to calmly slot the third and final goal for Amajimbos in referee’s optional time as South Africa ran away 3-1 winners.
“Our analysis was spot on, but was only disturbed by us being one man down and that made us tweak and change our tactical approach to the game. However, we created the chances of still playing from transition. Our boys showed maturity and growing, understanding the technical changes and tactical flexibility that happened, and I’m proud of our boys honestly.
“I was also impressed by the new use of technology, despite it working against us. It is very good for youth football, it helps. I did not get to use any of my advantages from my side but from the other side (Bolivia) they used it and think it is good for the development of football in the world,” he said.
In the other Group A fixture, Italy defeated hosts Qatar 1-0 through a 19th minute goal by forward Samuele Inacio. Amajimbos lead the group on goal difference and will next face Qatar on 6 November at 5:45pm South Africa time. Italy and Bolivia will lock horns in an earlier kick off on the same day.
4 November 2025- The Republic of South Africa (RSA) president, Cyril Ramaphosa said they have just returned from a successful visit in Southeast Asia, where they visited Indonesia, Vietnam and Malaysia. Ramaphosa said South Africa has long-standing relations with all three countries.
He further said their ties to Indonesia and Malaysia go back more than 300 years, when the Dutch East India Company brought people from what were then known as the Dutch East Indies to South Africa as slaves. Ramaphosa added that together with political exiles, skilled artisans and religious scholars, these people formed what was to become the Cape Malay community.
“The descendants of these early arrivals remain an integral part of the South African people. Alongside Indonesia and Malaysia, Vietnam was a firm supporter of the struggle against apartheid. Vietnam’s struggle for independence and self-determination was an inspiration to many South African freedom fighters.
“As we recognise these strong historical ties, these visits have been firmly focused on the future. There is enormous potential for greater trade and investment between South Africa and each of these countries. The three countries we visited have a combined population of 380 million people and have recorded significant economic growth over many years. The combined value of trade between South Africa and these three countries in 2024 stood at R83 billion,” he said.
Ramaphosa said in the midst of global economic uncertainty, it has become more important than ever for South Africa to diversify its trade and investment relations. He said as they continue to expand trade with traditional partners, they see great value in strengthening links with other countries of the Global South.
“Already, South Africa exports many agricultural products to these countries. During our visits, we discussed how to expand the range and the quantity of agricultural products we supply these countries, ranging from beef to soybeans to fruit. Among other things, we agreed to look at some of the regulatory barriers to market access.
“Over time, each of these countries has expanded their advanced manufacturing capacity, with some taking the lead in semiconductors, batteries and electric vehicles. South Africa, with its substantial reserves of critical minerals, is well placed to supply the products that these industries need,” said Ramaphosa.
He said they are keen to develop partnerships with these countries to ensure that they add value to these minerals before exporting them. Ramaphosa said this is part of our ambition to move away from being an exporter of raw material to producing finished goods.
“In each country, we met with companies that were keen to invest in South Africa. Some of these companies already have a presence in our country. All of them recognised the great potential of our economy, our well-developed infrastructure, our world-class financial sector, our independent judiciary and stable institutions.
“A number of companies told us about their plans to build new manufacturing plants in South Africa to serve both our domestic market and markets in the Southern African region and on the African continent. They want to locate their operations in South Africa so that they can take advantage of the African Continental Free Trade Area,” he said.
Ramaphosa said while much of their visit focused on expanding trade and investment ties, they shared with all three countries a common approach to international matters. He said they are all firm advocates of multilateralism and international law, the reform of the United Nations and cooperation between the countries of the Global South.
“We therefore agreed to work together to promote peace and security, climate action and sustainable development. Our common approach was evident also at the 47th Summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), which we attended at the invitation of Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim. The theme for the ASEAN summit, ‘Inclusivity and Sustainability’, mirrors the theme for our G20 Presidency, ‘Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability’.
“This underlines the alignment between our vision of the world and that of the countries of Southeast Asia. Although we are separated by the Indian Ocean, South Africa and Southeast Asia are closer now than we have been before. We share a determination to build a common future of development and inclusive growth from which all our people benefit,” said Ramaphosa.
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