18 Mopitlwe 2026- Mosadi wa dingwaga di le 38 o tshwerwe morago ga ditatofatso tsa go tlhaba morwadie (16) ka sengwe se se bogale makgetlho a le mmalwa. Tiragalo e, ke ya kwa motsesetoropong wa Utlwanang, kwa Christiana.
Go begwa fa kgwedi ya Mopitlwe e ne e tlhola matsatsi a le 16, magareng ga ura ya 9 le 11 mo mosong, go ile ga tsoga tlhatlharuane magareng ga motsadi o le ngwana wa gagwe.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Mokaptein Majang Skalkie are go begwa fa mosetsanyana o, a ile a tabogisediwa kwa kliniking ya selegae ka dintho tsa go tlhabiwa. Skalkie are motswasetlhabelo o ile a lokololwa kwa kliniking moragonyana.
“Sepodisi se batlisisa kgetsi ya maiteko a polao kgatlhanong le mosadi o. Se se tla morago ga gore a tekete morwadie. Mosadi o, o ile a tshwarwa gone ka letsatsi leo, mme o tlhotse a tlhageletse kwa kgotlhatshekelo ya Christiana mo letsatsing la gompieno.
“Kgetsi e buseditswe morago go fitlha di 24 Mopitlwe 2026, kwa molatofadiwa a solofetseng go dira kopo ya semmuso ya beile,” Skalkie wa tlhalosa.
18 Mopitlwe 2026- Banna ba le bararo ba dingwaga tse di magareng ga 60 le 62, ba solofetswe go tlhagelela kwa kgotlhatshekelo ya Taung mo letsatsing la kamoso. Go begwa fa babelaelwa ba, ba golaganngwa le kgetsi ya polao ya ga Robert Rapelang Molale wa kwa motseng wa Mothanthanyaneng mono Taung.
Go begwa fa Molale a ile a bolawa ke baagi ba motse wa Manthe mono Taung morago ga go latofadiwa ka go utswa leruo. Go begwa Molale a ne a tsewa le go ya go tsenngwa kwa metsing kwa molapong, mme a tlhokafala.
Tiragalo e, ke ya ngwaga o o fetileng. Babelaelwa ba tshwerwe mo mosong wa gompieno ke lephata la matseka a sepodisi kwa motseng wa Manthe.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi mono porofenseng ya Bokone Bophirima, mokaptein Majang Skalkie are babelaelwa ba, ba lebagane le kgetsi ya polao.
Picture:Keatlegile Mhlongo with amputated legs/Facebook
By REGINALD KANYANE
16 March 2026- Saving Lives Foundation, together with Batlhanka Ba Botshepegi and Nyikes Foundation, successfully hosted a fundraising and spiritual revival service on 14 March 2026, at Tlholoe SASSA Hall in Moretele Local Municipality.
Saving Lives Institute spokesperson, Mercy Mabunda said the event brought together community members, spiritual leaders and supporters who gathered in unity to pray, encourage one another and raise funds in support of Mhlongo, whose legs were amputated following kidney failure. Mabunda said the service was filled with powerful prayers, worship and messages of hope, reminding the community of the importance of faith, compassion and standing together during difficult times.
“Saving Lives Foundation, Batlhanka Ba Botshepegi and Nyikes Foundation remain committed to serving communities through spiritual support, empowerment programmes and humanitarian initiatives that bring hope and positive change,” she said.
Meanwhile, the Moretele Local Municipality mayor, Masango George Manyike, who is also a founding member of Nyikes Foundation, emphasized the importance of trusting in God during times of trial. Manyike drew inspiration from the story of Job in the Bible, which teaches perseverance, faith and remaining steadfast even in the face of suffering.
“As part of its contribution, Nyikes Foundation donated building materials and a contractor to construct a five-room house for the Mhlongo family, demonstrating a strong commitment to supporting families in need.
“The organizers expressed their heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended, donated, and supported the initiative. Their contributions and prayers reflected the strength of community unity and the willingness of people to uplift those facing hardship,” he said.
Picture: The accused, Matipandile Sotheni/Facebook
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
16 March 2026- The accused, Matipandile Sotheni (41) today appeared at the Brakpan Magistrate’s Court. Sotheni is facing a charge of conspiracy to commit murder, premeditated murder, 3 counts of attempted murder and unlawful possession of ammunition.
The National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regional spokesperson in Gauteng, Lumka Mahanjana said it is alleged that after “Witness D”, Marius Van der Merwe testified at the Madlanga Commission regarding matters relating to a murder investigation in Brakpan in November 2025, the accused conspired to kill Van der Merwe and conducted surveillance on the deceased.
“It is further alleged that on 5 December 2025, the accused positioned himself at the vicinity of the deceased’s residence. When the deceased arrived home with his wife and two minor children, it is alleged that the accused shot the deceased, and he was declared dead on the scene.
“After investigations by the “Madlanga Task Team” established to investigate cases emanating from the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, the accused was arrested on 14 March 2026 and is remanded in custody,” she said.
Mahanjana further said in court the matter was postponed to 25 March 2026, for an opposed bail application.
Picture: The Northern Cape MEC for COGHSTA, Bentley Vass
By BAKANG MOKOTO
16 March 2026- The Northern Cape MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlement and Traditional Affairs (COGHSTA), Bentley Vass addressed the national Rental Housing Tribunal (RHT) quarterly meeting held in Kimberley, Northern Cape. Vass said the Rental Housing Tribunal (RHT) is an independent, free provincial body in South Africa established under the Rental Housing Act to resolve disputes between landlords and tenants and to promote fair rental housing practices.
‘’The Northern Cape is set to be South Africa’s New Growth Front. The rental housing landscape in the Northern Cape is currently being reshaped by a unique Mining and Energy Renaissance. We are proud as the Northern Cape to host this exchange of intellectual capital. Let us work together to ensure that every South African who calls a rented space ‘’home’’ can do so with the full protection of the law.
“While the province remains the most affordable in South Africa, the pressure on specific urban and industrial nodes is creating a significant challenge for the Rental Housing Tribunal. All the RHTs from across South Africa and other human settlement stakeholders have converged on Kimberley for this important quarterly meeting, that ended 13 March 2026,” he said.
Picture: Learners involving in an accident/Generic
By AGISANANG SCUFF
16 March 2026- The Northern Cape Department of Education said it is saddened by the tragic accident which occurred between Orania and Hopetown recently, where a minibus transporting learners to Steynville Primary, Oranje Diamant Primary and Steynville High School collided with a truck. The department said unfortunately, one learner was fatally injured, four sustained minor injuries, two learners were sent to Douglas for scans and 28 learners were treated for shock.
The Northern Cape MEC for Education, Abraham Vosloo said they can confirm that the minibus was overloaded and the driver was arrested by the police. Vosloo said a case of culpable homicide is being investigated by the police.
“Furthermore, we have delegated a task team to Hopetown, following the accident. Immediate psycho-social support being provided to the affected families, learners and the school by our Employee Support Services.
“The department will continue to work with law enforcement agencies for the stringent implementation of the rules on our roads. Our District office will continue to provide ongoing support to the school and affected families,” he said.
Vosloo further said they convey their most sincere condolences to the bereaved family and are scheduled to visit the affected families.
16 March 2026 – The police in Upington are requesting the public’s assistance in locating missing Johannes Pretorius (56), who went missing on 12 March 2026 in Upington. The police said Pretorius is described as a thin-built coloured man with black curly afro hair.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Lieutenant Colonel Thabo Litabe said he has a black moustache and beard, brown eyes, and no teeth. Litabe said Pretorius speaks only Afrikaans and reportedly has a stutter.
“The last time he was seen, he was wearing a red top and black trousers. He has not returned home since. His current whereabouts are unknown. Anyone with information that could assist in locating him is urged to contact Detective Sergeant Suzan Nkwadipo of the Upington Detectives on 082 495 4616 or (054) 337 3517.
“Information can also be shared via the MySAPS App, the SAPS Crime Stop number 08600 10111, or at any nearest police station. The public is reminded that there is no waiting period to report a person missing,” he said.
Picture: Speaker of NWPL, Dr Desbo Mohono/Facebook
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
16 March 2026 – The Speaker of the North West Provincial Legislature (NWPL), Dr Desbo Mohono will hold a Legislature House Sitting, where Members of all Political Parties represented in the Legislature will Debate on the Human Rights Day and Members of the Executive Council (MECs) from the Social Cluster (Department of Social Development, Department of Health, Department of Education and Department of Community Safety and Transport Management) will respond to Oral Questions sent by Members.
Mohono said the house sitting will be held in the Legislature Chamber at 9am. She said the Royal Bafokeng Nation (RBN) Supreme Council will also be present at the sitting as part of their official two-day visit (17-18 March 2026) to the Legislature aimed at strengthening cooperation between democratic governance structures such as Legislature, North West Provincial Government and Traditional Authorities.
“The proceedings of the House Sitting will be streamed live on the Legislature’s Facebook page,” said Mohono.
16 March 2026 – The Republic of South Africa (RSA) president, Cyril Ramaphosa said this year, they mark three decades since South Africa adopted its democratic constitution. Ramaphosa said the constitution is more than the supreme law of the land.
He further said it is a solemn promise that never again should any person be stripped of their humanity and dignity. Ramaphosa added that on 21 March 2026, they will observe Human Rights Day.
“As we celebrate the rights we have enshrined in our constitution, we also recall the events at Sharpeville on that day in 1960 when apartheid police opened fire on unarmed protesters, killing 69 people and injuring many more.
“As we observe this day, we must reflect on whether we are fulfilling the promise contained in our constitution. Of all the values enshrined in our constitution, one of the most fundamental is the advancement of human dignity,” he said.
Ramaphosa said it is the foundation on which the rights to equality, to freedom from discrimination, to education, to health, to a safe environment and others are built. He said it is the idea that every person possesses an inherent worth that must be respected and protected.
“This is a right that must be preserved in all circumstances. In our Constitution, human dignity is not an abstract ideal, but a concrete right that has meaning in people’s daily lives.
“The right to dignity is operationalised through law, institutions and policies. Our courts continue to assert this right and, where necessary, order the government and those in power to take measures to enhance people’s dignity,” said Ramaphosa.
He said protecting a person’s right to dignity is not limited to the way people treat each other. Ramaphosa said it is also about improving the circumstances in which people live.
“It lies at the heart of the policies and programmes of this government and of the work of many organisations and individuals across society. Since the adoption of our constitution, indeed since the advent of our democracy, we have worked to restore the dignity of all South Africans.
“Millions of South Africans have access to water, electricity, healthcare, education and social support that were denied to them under apartheid,” he said.
Ramaphosa said this work, which they have undertaken together as a society, has enhanced the human dignity of children, who are supported by a child support grant, who have access to early childhood development, who attend fee-free schools, who receive school meals and who will be able to access funding to study at a university or college.
He said the provision of housing, water and electricity has changed the lives of families across the country, reducing poverty and improving their quality of life.
“Human dignity also means that people have to be involved in decisions that affect their lives and that shape their country. That is why it is so important that democratic institutions are built and defended.
“And that a free media, an independent judiciary and a vibrant civil society reinforce accountability. We know that our work is far from complete. Poverty, inequality and unemployment remain stubborn obstacles to the full realisation of human dignity for every South African,” said Ramaphosa.
He said closing those gaps is a constitutional imperative that belongs to all of them. Ramaphosa said that is why they are working even harder to accelerate the momentum of economic recovery, so that our economy can grow faster, create employment and reduce poverty.
“When we mobilise investment to build factories or open mines to create jobs and opportunities for emerging businesses, or when we build new roads and revitalise hospitals, we are working towards a society in which everyone has dignity.
“When we lay new pipes to bring water to outlying villages or repair ageing water infrastructure in cities and towns, or when we restore the supply of electricity to communities, we are advancing the right to dignity,” he said.
Ramaphosa said as the global economic outlook becomes increasingly uncertain, they must hold fast to the path they are on. He said they must sustain their massive investment in infrastructure, continue with far-reaching reforms in energy, water and logistics, overhaul their skills development system and expand support to small businesses.
“On Human Rights Day this year, let us rededicate ourselves to the constitution and to its most cherished principles.
“Let us resolve in our homes, schools, workplaces and communities to treat every person with the dignity that is their right – and let us never stop working until we have ensured that every person can live in dignity, comfort and peace,” said Ramaphosa.
Picture: Suspects nabbed for possession of suspected diamonds and drugs/Supplied
By OBAKENG MAJE
16 March 2026 – A multi-disciplinary policing team focusing on illicit mining activities conducted disruptive police actions in and around Kleinsee and Port Nolloth areas on 13 March 2026. The police were conducting heightened visibility, when they followed up on intelligence-driven information regarding alleged criminal activities allegedly taking place at a specific house in Sizamile, Port Nolloth.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Warrant Officer Molefi Shemane said the information was operationalised and the police armed with a search warrant pounced on the targeted house. Shemane said during the search, police found three suspected diamonds, dagga pokes and loose dagga.
“The two suspects aged 42 and 53 were subsequently arrested for possession of suspected diamonds and possession of drugs. The police further registered an enquiry after copper, which could not be accounted for, was found at a scrapyard in Porth Nolloth.
“The police intensified visibility patrols in Kleinsee and Vehicle Check Points (VCPs) were conducted around illegal mining hotspots that led to the discovery of abandoned suspected illegal mining equipment and tools believed to be used in illegal mining activities,” he said.
Shemane further said the Operation Vala Umgodi Illicit Mining team in Namakwa remains committed in the eradication of illegal mining activities.
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