https://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/npa-adds-charges-against-businessman-in-alleged-absa-vehicle-smuggling-case/The Guardianen2026-10-30T17:36:03+00:00NPA adds charges against businessman in alleged ABSA vehicle smuggling caseSuliman Carrim (49), 30 October 2026 - The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) has added two charges against embattled North West businessman, who is accused of attempting to steal and smuggle two vehicles belonging to ABSA out of South Africa using allegedly fraudulent documents. Carrim briefly appeared before the Musina Magistrate’s Courhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/north-west-treasury-steps-up-efforts-to-curb-uifw-expenditure-and-strengthen-municipal-accountability/The Guardianen2026-10-30T17:14:56+00:00North West Treasury steps up efforts to curb UIFW expenditure and strengthen municipal accountabilityirregular, The North West Provincial Treasury has intensified efforts to address unauthorised, as part of measures to strengthen financial management, fruitless and wasteful expenditure (UIFWE) in municipalitieshttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/konka-tavern-shut-down-due-to-non-compliance/The Guardianen2026-10-30T16:08:09+00:00Konka Tavern shut down due to non-complianceThe embattled Konka Tavern operating in Taung CBD has been shut down due to non-compliance. This comes after a multi-stakeholder inspection by municipal officials, environmental health practitioners and South African Police Service (SAPS), for allegedly trading without a valid liquor licence or permit. It is alleged that the North West Liquor Board (NWLB), inspectors uncovered several cases of non-compliance., conducted a compliance monitoring operation in Taung as part of its ongoing efforts to ensure liquor establishments comply with the law and their licence conditions. According to allegationshttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/a-man-nabbed-for-dealing-in-dagga-in-christiana/The Guardianen2026-10-30T15:45:20+00:00A man nabbed for dealing in dagga in ChristianaCaptain Majang Skalkie said the arrest followed a tip-off received by the police about a person allegedly in possession of a large quantity of dagga. Skalkie said the police followed up on the informa, Lusanda Nhlangothi (21), A suspect (21) was arrested in Christiana for dealing in dagga. This comes after the police seized 4.654kg of compressed dagga on 28 October 2026. The North West police spokesperson, police discovered two 20-litre drums in his possession. The drums were searched and several packages were found inside. Upon inspection, the packages were found to contain compressed dagga. The dagga was confiscated and Nhlangothi was subsequently arrested and charged with possession of dagga.https://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/mrm-welcomes-draft-stock-theft-prevention-strategy/The Guardianen2026-10-30T15:34:27+00:00MRM welcomes draft stock theft prevention strategyThe Moral Regeneration Movement (MRM) in the North West on Friday, welcomed the draft comprehensive stock theft prevention strategy proposed by the Kgomo Modimo-Wa-Gae (KMWG) Anti-Crime Community Based Organisation as a positive step towards strengthening rural safet, outside Mahikeng on Thursday. Kgwele said they are confident that the document tabled to stakeholders has laid the foundation for a consultative province-wide inclusive engagement to strengthen crime , Pastor Lesiba Kgwele said the engagement was held at the Disaneng Tribal Hall in Disananeg village, as well collaboration and implementation of new strategies to tackle the scourge of stock theft threatening subsistence and commercial farmers., as well as livelihoods including rural economies and significantly reduce frustration experienced by rural communities that has led to incidents of vigilantism. MRM provincial convenorhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/five-suspects-arrested-with-drugs-worth-r350-000/The Guardianen2026-10-30T15:18:42+00:00Five suspects arrested with drugs worth R350 00028 October 2026, successful took down an operation conducted under Project Dubula, at approximately 6am, Captain Majang Skalkie said during the operation, near Stilfontein and Klerksdorp., including an additional suspect identified during the investigation in Khuma Township, which resulted in the arrest of five suspects and the seizure of drugs with an estimated street value of more than R350 000. The operation was conducted in the early hours of Wednesday, The Provincial Organised Crime Investigation team and Provincial Crime Intelligence in North West, the police executed four warrants of arrest and four search-and-seizure warrants against the identified targets. Skalkie said the operation resulted in the arrest and detention of five suspects, following an investigation initiated in August 2024 into four identified targets suspected of involvement in drug dealing. The North West police spokespersonhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/a-man-sentenced-to-19-years-imprisonment-for-killing-his-own-father-2/The Guardianen2026-10-30T15:03:29+00:00A man sentenced to 19 years imprisonment for killing his own fatherat approximately 4:30am at a local church in Stilfontein. The North West police spokesperson, Samuel Xaba. Skalkie said the victim was reportedly assaulted multiple times on the face and head with a piece of wood., A man (26) was sentenced to 19 years imprisonment by the Stilfontein Regional Court for killing his own father (65). The incident occurred on 15 February 2025, Captain Majang Skalkie said the priest reportedly received a telephone call from neighbours informing him that the deceased had allegedly been attacked by his sonhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/monna-o-atlholetswe-botshelo-jotlhe-kwa-kgolegelong-morago-ga-go-betelela-mokapelo-wa-gagwe-wa-maloba-makgetlho-a-le-mabedi/The Guardianen2026-10-30T08:19:10+00:00Monna o atlholetswe botshelo jotlhe kwa kgolegelong morago ga go betelela mokapelo wa gagwe wa maloba makgetlho a le mabedi30 Diphalane 2026 – Monna (28) o atlholetswe botshelo jotlhe kwa kgolegelong ke kgotlhatshekelo ya Molopo morago ga go betelela lekgarebe (22) la gagwe la pele matlhetlho a le mabedi. Go begwa fa kahttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/mixed-results-for-sa-u15-squad-on-penultimate-day-of-the-world-cup/The Guardianen2026-10-30T07:45:17+00:00Mixed results for SA U15 squad on penultimate day of the World CupThe South African U15 Boys National team experienced mixed results on the penultimate of the inaugural FIFA U15 Boys World Cup and Festival currently underway in Baku, the South African juniors defeated Malaysia 5-1 to set a clash against Ivory Coast in the afternoon. But things did not go according to plan in the second fixture as they went down 4-3 in a very tight, Azerbaijan. On Thursday morninghttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/men-and-boys-urged-to-champion-a-fight-against-gbv/The Guardianen2026-10-30T07:17:33+00:00Men and boys urged to champion a fight against GBVpromote responsible manhood and take a firm stand against Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF). The call was made during a Men and Boys Dialogue held at Ganyesa Community Hall in Ganyesa, 30 October 2026 – Men and boys have been urged to become positive role models in their families and communitieshttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/anc-condemns-the-rise-of-islamophobia/The Guardianen2026-10-30T03:26:32+00:00ANC condemns the ‘rise’ of Islamophobiaincluding the hateful rhetoric directed at Muslims in public life and on social media. The party said Muslims have actively participated in the liberation movement from the days of Dr Yusuf Dadoo, Imam Abdullah Haron, Rahima Moosa, Moulvi Cachalia, The African National Congress (ANC) said it condemns in the strongest terms the recent rise of Islamophobia in South Africa, fuels hatred and create a climate of hostility as the country approaches the local government elections., Mahlengi Bhengu said an attack on any South African because of their faith is an attack on all of them. Bhengu said the violent threats against the Muslim community pose a danger to national security, Fatima Meer and Ahmed Kathrada to Dullah Omar and have helped build this nation in every sphere. ANC national spokespersonhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/30/a-school-principal-stabbed-during-altercation/The Guardianen2026-10-30T03:01:33+00:00A school principal stabbed during altercationKagisho Muriel Modisenyane who is a principal at Matlhonyane Primary School in Mahikeng, Kenetswe Mosenogi said the preliminary information indicates that, allegedly went to the school and demonstrated a bullying act to a Grade 6 learner near the school premises. Mosenogi said it is further alleged that the matter may have been linked to the suspected pe, the suspect who is reported to be a former learner at the school, was allegedly stabbed by a man. The North West Department of Education said it has learnt with deep concern of a violent incident. The acting North West MEC for Educationhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/matlala-and-co-accuseds-fraud-case-postponed-for-further-financial-investigations/The Guardianen2026-10-29T17:22:22+00:00Matlala and co-accused’s fraud case postponed for further financial investigationshis wife, Claudette Masethe (31) and Given Makofane (46), 29 October 2026 - The fraud case against Vusumuzi Matlala (50), Tsakani Matlala (38), and their co-accusedhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/a-cop-arrested-in-setlagole-for-corruption-and-defeating-the-ends-of-justice/The Guardianen2026-10-29T16:34:07+00:00A cop arrested in Setlagole for corruption and defeating the ends of justiceA cop (51) attached to Setlagole Police Station was arrested on 29 October 2026, had solicited a bribe from one of the drivers involved in the case, facing charges of corruption and defeating the ends of justice. The Detective Sergeant was arrested following an investigation by the North West Anti-Corruption Investigation Unit (ACIU) after informa, who was investigating a case of reckless and/or negligent driving, registered under Setlagole, in exchange for not charging the individual. The North West police spokesperson, but would attempt to raise the money. Myburgh said he subsequently paid R2 000 in cash and transferred a further amount into the investigating police officer’s account., Col Adéle Myburgh said it is alleged that the complainant indicated that he could not afford the amount demandedhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/a-man-sentenced-to-life-imprisonment-for-raping-former-girlfriend/The Guardianen2026-10-29T16:18:39+00:00A man sentenced to life imprisonment for raping former girlfriendA man (41) was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping his former girlfriend (53). Lehlohonolo Ramphobo was also sentenced to six months imprisonment for contravening the Immigration Act. The Nation, Lindiwe Mabasa said the sentence follows Ramphobo’s conviction on both counts by the Potchefstroom Regional Court in connection with an incident that occurred on 23 September 2026. Mabasa said on th, he pushed her around and accused her of having sexual intercourse with another person. He then pushed her onto a bed and raped her. He further threatened to send people to kill her, allegedly under the pretext of returning her cell phone. Upon arrival, if she disclosed what had happened.https://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/a-man-accused-of-killing-a-boy-remanded-in-custody/The Guardianen2026-10-29T16:04:53+00:00A man accused of killing a boy remanded in custodyA man (26) who is accused of a murder of a boy (9) in Louisvale Dorp, near Upington, Mojalefa Senokoatsane said the incident allegedly occurred during the early hours of Sunday, and the matter was postponed to 7 December 2026, as he abandoned his bail application. The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in Northern Cape, 18 October 2026. Senokoatsane said the child, after which the woman left the premises to avoid further confrontation and did not return that night., a Grade 2 learner at Frank Biggs Primary School, was allegedly fatally stabbed while sleeping.https://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/north-west-high-court-grants-preservation-order-for-three-vehicles-and-r80-000-in-copper-cable-case/The Guardianen2026-10-29T15:33:49+00:00North West High Court grants preservation order for three vehicles and R80 000 in copper cable caseThe North West High Court sitting in Mahikeng has granted a preservation order over three vehicles and R80 000 in cash allegedly linked to the unlawful possession of stolen copper cables and corruptio, a white Toyota Hilux double cab, Lindiwe Mabasa said the court preserves a white Jeep Grand Cherokee, a white Nissan Tiida and R80 000 in cash. Mabasa said the assets are alleged to be instrumentalities of crime and/or proceeds of unlawful activities.https://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/third-person-arrested-in-connection-with-bogus-kidnapping-case/The Guardianen2026-10-29T14:14:23+00:00Third person arrested in connection with ‘bogus’ kidnapping caseLumka Mahanjana said Mndebele faces an additional charge of assault for allegedly assaulting police officers during his arrest. Mahanjana said it is alleged that on 7 October 2026, the three accused met and discussed staging Rumo’s kidnapping because they were experiencing financial difficulties., Nomasonto Mokwane (43) has been added to the case against Ntombifuthi Mavis Rumo (37) and Bonginkosi Mndebele (28), A third accusedhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/north-west-government-declares-readiness-for-2026-local-government-elections/The Guardianen2026-10-29T12:12:38+00:00North West government declares readiness for 2026 local government electionshttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/cachalia-seeks-cabinet-approval-for-mkhwanazis-appointment-as-hawks-national-head/The Guardianen2026-10-29T11:33:18+00:00Cachalia seeks cabinet approval for Mkhwanazi’s appointment as Hawks National Head29 October 2026 - Acting Minister of Police, Professor Firoz Cachalia has initiated the process to appoint Lieutenant General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi as the National Head of the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (DPCI), commonly known as the Hawks. Cachalia said he has submitted a Cabinet Memorandum seeking Cabinet’s concurrence for Mkhwanazi’s appointmenthttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/a-man-sentenced-to-life-imprisonment-for-raping-a-girl-2/The Guardianen2026-10-29T11:17:50+00:00A man sentenced to life imprisonment for raping a girloutside Mahikeng on 13 February 2022. According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in the North West, A man (31) was sentenced to life imprisonment for rape. This comes after Tshepiso Tau (31) raped a girl (16) at Madiba A Makgabane village, Lindiwe Mabasa said the victim went with two friends to a traditional event in the nearby village of Madiba A Makgabane. Mabasa said her friends later left her at a local tavern. “Tau approached her, Tau allegedly produced a knife, where he continued to rape her throughout the night.https://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/ten-serial-business-robbers-sentenced-to-245-years-imprisonment/The Guardianen2026-10-29T11:01:31+00:00Ten serial business robbers sentenced to 245 years imprisonmentWonder Brilliant Mcwabe (31), Sandile Ngcobo (32), Thabiso Mdletshe (30), Lindani Ndlovu (38), Thokozani Mdlalose (28), would enter businesses pretending to be customers before producing firearms and threatening security guards and employees. They would then flee with cash, clothing, Khanyisani Thusi (35), Sabelo Shandu (34) and Andile Mchunu (31), cell phones, Ten serial business robbers were sentenced to 245 years imprisonment by the Durban Regional Court for a spate of business robberies committed between 2017 and 2019 in various areas around Durban. Duri, and other items.https://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/manhunt-amid-house-robbery-and-attempted-murder-case/The Guardianen2026-10-29T10:33:57+00:00Manhunt amid house robbery and attempted murder casethe incident occurred at approximately 8:30am when a farm employee was mowing the lawn and was approached by three unknown men who allegedly emerged from behind the house. The North West police spokes, The police in Ventersdorp have launched an investigation into a case of house robbery and attempted murder following a violent incident at a farm in Syferfontein, whose faces were covered with balaclavas, were armed with firearms. Skalkie said the suspects allegedly pointed their firearms at the employee and demanded to know the whereabouts of the farm owner., Captain Majang Skalkie said the suspects, Ventersdorp on 28 October 2026. According to the policehttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/a-police-officer-killed-while-responding-to-complaint/The Guardianen2026-10-29T10:14:59+00:00A police officer killed while responding to complaintThe North West Police Commissioner, who lost his life in a vehicle accident, 25 October 2026, Lieutenant General Arthur Adams has expressed sadness following the death of another South African Police Service (SAPS) member, while travelling in a police vehicle to attend to a complaint. Adams said it is alleged that whilst driving on a dirt road, the driver lost control and the vehicle overturned. He further said one of the members, Sergeant Monnapule Richard Modise (40), sustained minor injuries and was transported to a local hospital for medical treatment, was declared dead at the scene. “The second member, friends and colleagues of Modise., a constable (35), where he was treated and released. We convey our condolences to the familyhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/a-man-arrested-for-allegedly-defrauding-insurance-companies-over-r2m/The Guardianen2026-10-29T09:48:55+00:00A man arrested for allegedly defrauding insurance companies over R2mA man (37) briefly appeared in the Ottosdal Magistrate’s Court on 27 October 2026, facing four counts of fraud. Boitumelo Radingwana was arrested on 26 October 2026, by the members of the Mmabatho-based Serious Commercial Crime Investigation following an investigation into allegations of defrauding insurance companies of over R2 million. The Hawks spokesperson in , the accused took out insurance policies with four different insurance companies to insure personal items such as watches. Mathebula said the accused allegedly submitted fraudulent documents to the ins, Lieutenant Colonel Tinyiko Mathebula said the reports indicate that between April and August 2021https://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/victor-reinz-reinzosil-products-worth-r200-000-seized/The Guardianen2026-10-29T09:10:19+00:00Victor Reinz Reinzosil products worth R200 000 seizedwhere suspected counterfeit Victor Reinz Reinzosil products are being sold. The Hawks spokesperson in North West, Members of the Hawks’ Serious Commercial Crime Investigation and Serious Organised Crime Investigation seized counterfeit goods valued at R200 000 during a search and seizure operation conducted in , Lieutenant Colonel Tinyiko Mathebula said the police operationalised the information and raided the house leading to a seizure of sixteen boxes of counterfeit Victor Reinz Reinzosil products. Mathebulhttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/new-hope-for-depression-treatment-as-researchers-test-novel-compound/The Guardianen2026-10-29T08:54:44+00:00New hope for depression treatment as researchers test novel compoundfinding the right treatment can be a long and difficult journey. Some medicines fail to ease symptoms, For millions of people living with depression, while others have side effects. Now, researchers at the North West University (NWU) and the University of Ljubljana in Slovenia are testing a new compound that could offer another way to treat the illness. Early laboratory results show thttps://taungdailynews.com/2026/10/29/a-man-sentenced-to-15-years-imprisonment-for-murder-8/The Guardianen2026-10-29T08:30:38+00:00A man sentenced to 15 years imprisonment for murdernear Mahikeng, Captain Majang Skalkie said the court further declared him unfit to possess a firearm. Skalkie said the incident occurred on 28 June 2024, after being found guilty of murder. The North West police spokesperson, when the deceased was reportedly at a tavern in Bodibe Village, The police in the North West welcomes the sentencing of Pheko Andries Thebehali (35) to 15 years imprisonment for the murder of a woman (34). The accused was sentenced by the Mmabatho High Court on 27, the deceased’s family reported her missing at Sannieshof Police Station after she failed to return home and could not be located., accompanied by her friends. “During the evening, the accused arrived and engaged in conversation with her. The two were later seen leaving the tavern together in the accused’s Volkswagen Caddy. This was the last time the deceased was seen alive. O