Picture: Water interruption in Lekwa-Teemane Local Municipality/Facebook
By OBAKENG MAJE
4 May 2026- The residents of Bloemhof, Coverdale, Salamat and Boitumelong are hereby informed that there is a burst water pipe currently affecting water supply in these areas. The Lekwa-Teemane Local municipality said is aware of the outage and the inconvenience caused.
The Lekwa-Teemane Local Municipality mayor, Sebang MotlhBi said: “Our technical team is on-site and actively working to repair the damaged pipe. Water supply will be restored as soon as the repairs are completed.
“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience caused and appreciate your patience during this time.”
4 May 2026 – Zero tolerance policing in the Northern Cape resulted in the arrest of 163 individuals during a week-long operation that commenced from 27 April until 3 May 2026. Disruptive actions and coordinated interventions aimed at combating crime in identified hotspots were executed in all five districts in the province.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said during the operation, numerous premises were searched, while a total of 2 950 individuals and 1 365 vehicles were also searched. Ehlers said operational actions included stop-and-search actions, high-visibility patrols, Vehicle Check Points (VCPs) and roadblocks.
“Detectives conducted tracing operations that resulted in the arrest of several wanted suspects who had been evading law enforcement for various offences. Compliance inspections were carried out at liquor outlets, second-hand goods dealers, scrapyards, recycling facilities, firearm dealerships, informal businesses, mines and farms to ensure adherence to relevant legislation.
“As a result, several unlicensed liquor outlets were shut down due to non-compliance and violation of various regulations. In total, 163 suspects were arrested for offences including drug-related crimes, illegal liquor trading, property related crimes, attempted murder and assault with intent to cause grievous bodily harm,” she said.
Ehlers further said large quantities of alcohol and drugs as well as dangerous weapons and copper cables were confiscated during the operations. She added that several events commemorating Freedom Day and Workers’ Day were successfully policed with no serious incidents reported.
“The Provincial and District management, welcomed the successful results of the operation and commended the multi-agency collaboration that ensured that law and order is maintained and communities are safe,” said Ehlers.
4 May 2026 – The police in Olifantshoek are investigating two cases of murder and one case of attempted murder after a shooting incident that occurred during the early hours on Sunday, 3 May 2026. It is alleged that a man (54) and his wife (51) were at a friend’s house when an argument ensued between them.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers said their son (26) reportedly arrived and intervened. Ehlers said it is believed that a man fired several shots, leaving his wife and son dead.
“A woman (36) was injured and transported to hospital for treatment. The suspect then reportedly fled to the home of a friend, where he allegedly sustained a self-inflicted gunshot wound. He was transported to hospital for treatment, where he was placed under arrest and is currently under police guard.
Picture: A netball team after crowned being champions/Supplied
By KEDIBONE MOLAETSI
4 May 2026 – In an effort to strengthen community involvement and raise public awareness of youth at risk in crime involvement, a Sport Against Crime mini-tournament was held at the Louisvale dorp Sports Ground in Hou-jou-bek, Louisevale dorp, on Sunday. The initiative, spearheaded by the Northern Cape Provincial Head of Proactive Policing, Brigadier Irene Kopeledi, together with the Chairperson of Provincial Community Police Board, Clement Baai, aimed to unite key stakeholders and the local community through the power of sport.
The Northern Cape police spokesperson, Constable Rowan Bacela said the event was supported by stakeholders from various government departments, including the Department of Social Development, the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) and the Department of Transport, Safety and Liaison. Bacela said this includes the Northern Cape Provincial and District Community Policing structures.
“The programme was officiated by the Provincial Head for Pro-Active Policing, Brigadier Irene Kopaledi. Proceedings commenced with a devotion, prayer and welcoming by Colonel Seipethlo, the District Visible Policing Coordinator. The purpose of the day was outlined by Mzi Jele, the Provincial Assistant Director for Safety Promotions from the Department Transport Safety and Liaison.
“The messages of support were rendered by Lynn De Wee, the acting District Social Work Manager, from the Department of Social Development and Mr Clement Baai, the Chairperson of the Provincial CPF board,” he said.
Bacela further said exceptional sportsmanship and friendships were displayed among the youth participating in the netball and soccer games that were held on the day. He added that River City FC and Shining Stars netball team were crowned as champions for the soccer and netball games respectively.
Meanwhile, the ZF Mgcawu District Commissioner, Major General Monica Sibili concluded the program by delivering a sincere vote of thanks.
4 Motseganong 2026 – Dipula tse di maatla kwa porofenseng ya Kapa Bokone ka Laboraro, di ile tsa tlogela mafelo a le mantsi a tletse metsi le go sa tsamaege kwa sedikeng sa John Taolo Gaetswe. Go ile ga nna le dipego tsa gore banna bangwe ba le babedi ba ile ba gogolwa ke metsi ka Labone fa ba ne ba leka go kgabaganya borogo jo bo neng bo khurumeditswe ke metsi kwa motseng wa Metswetsaneng.
Setlhopa sa phaloso sa porofense le lekala la sepodisi la K9 go tswa kwa Kuruman, se ile sa thankgolola letsema la phaloso le go batlana le banna ba.
Sebueledi sa sepodisi kwa porofenseng ya Kapa Bokone, Colonel Cherelle Ehlers are setlhopa sa phaloso sa K9 sa kwa Upington, e tla nna karolo ya letsema leno mo letsatsing la gompieno. Ehlers are setlhopa se, se ile sa fitlhelela setopo sa monna wa dingwaga di le 44 ka letsatsi la Tshipi ka ura ya bongwe mo motshegareng.
“Letsholo-patlo la go batlana le setopo se sengwe se go dumelwang fa se nwetse la tswelela mo letsatsing la gompieno. Sepodisi sa kwa Mothibistad se butse kgetsi ya morago ga loso. Sepodisi se boa se ikuela go baagi go dula ba le malala-a-laotswe ka dinako tsotlhe. Re kopa gore ba efoge mafelo a amilweng ke morwalela.
“Re ikuela gore baagi ba efoge marogo ga mmogo le mafelo a amilweng ke morwalela,” Ehlers wa tlhalosa.
Setshwantsho-papiso: Ngwana o nwetse mo metsing kwa Mokassa
KA OBAKENG MAJE
4 Motsheganong 2026 – Go begwa fa go na le ngwana o a letseng a nwetse mo metsing mo letsatsing la maabane kwa motseng wa Mokassa 2, gaufi le Taung. Go ya ka dipego, ngwana o, o ile a wela mo khuting e e neng e tletse metsi morago ga dipula tse di maatla.
Go begwa fa khuti e, e ne ya epiwa ke rakonteraka mongwe ka motsi wa fa a ne a tabola mmu kwa lefelong leo. Go ya ka dipego, batlhankela ba sepodisi ba lekala le le sapang, ga ba kgona go ntsha ngwana o mo letsatsing la maabane ka ntlha ya boteng jwa metsi.
Fela go solofetswe fa go ntshiwa ga ngwana o, go tla tswelediwa mo letsatsing la gompieno.
Kgabagare, sebueledi sa sepodisi mono Bokone Bophirima, Colonel Adele Myburgh, o ikuela go baagi go nna kelo-tlhoko fa ba feta kwa matamong ga mmogo le melapo e farologaneng, gonne e phophoma ka metsi. Myburgh are gape ditsela di le dintsi ga di tsamaege ka ntlha ya dipula tse di maatla segolo bogolo jang mo sedikeng sa Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati le kwa porofenseng ya Kapa Bokone.
“Fa e sale maabane mo mosong, lekala la mapodisi le le sapang, le ntse le tsweleditse thulaganyo ya go falosa bakgweetsi bangwe ba dijanaga ba ba neng ba gaeletswe. Bangwe ba ile ba tsewa ke metsi, fela go fitlha ga jaana ga gona ope o latlhetsweng ke botshelo.
“Baagi ba kopiwa go tsenya tirisong maano a tshireletso jaaka go sa fete mo tseleng e e tswetsweng ka ntlha ya metsi a mantsi. Pele ga o ka tsena mo metsi, ela tlhoko gore a boteng jwa ona bo bo kae. Fa o tla gaelelwa kwa molapong o tletseng metsi, dirisa maoto pele go ka tsamaya, gonne seo se tla go thusa gore o se bone dikgobalo mo tlhogong le mo mmeleng wa gago,” Myburgh wa tlhalosa.
Myburgh are fa go ka diragala gore o wele mo metsing, mme o se kgone go tswa, se tseya-tsege. Myburgh are baagi ba rotloediwa go efoga go nwa metsi ao.
“Dula o beile tlhogo ya gago kwa godimo ga metsi gore o se nwele, mme o rage-rage ka maoto ekare o kgweetsa biesekele. Dukulusa matsogo a gago ka nako e le nngwe. Itse gore go bokete go sapa mo metsing a bulegileng go feta jaaka o dira mo metsing a emeng jaaka mo swimming pool.
“Seo se raya gore o tla lapa ka bonako, mme seo se lebise kwa mathateng. Fa o sapa mo melapong kgotsa mo metsing a seretse, go tla nna thata go bona batho ba ba sapang kwa tlase ga metsi. Fa o sapa kwa lefelong le metsi a leng mantsi mo go lone kgotsa kwa bokopanelong jwa melapo, go bonolo gore o tsewe ke metsi,” Myburgh wa tlhalosa.
Picture: Police conducting stop and search/Supplied
By BAKANG MOKOTO
3 May 2026 – The police in the Bojanala sub-district 2 (Rustenburg) successfully policed three major Workers’ Day (May Day) rallies that took place simultaneously in the Rustenburg/Marikana areas. The police said numerous other events also took place throughout other parts of the North West.
The acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo would like to thank the event organisers for their cooperation and compliance with event prescripts, which contributed to safe and successful gatherings. Naidoo also extended his appreciation to all police commanders and personnel for their commitment and dedication, working long hours, to ensure a safe and secure environment throughout the province, but especially in the Rustenburg municipal area.
“All members displayed professionalism, discipline, and unwavering commitment to public safety and their conduct are commendable, because the successful policing of events reflects the strength of the collective effort and continued dedication by the South African Police Service (SAPS) to serve and protect the people of North West.
3 May 2026 – The police from different units led by the acting North West Police Commissioner, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo continued with the unannounced, high-density Operation Shanela 2 from 1 May 2026, into the early hours of Saturday, 2 May 2026, in Rustenburg, within the Bojanala 2 sub-district (Rustenburg). Naidoo said the operation was supported by members from various units, including the Provincial Anti-Gang Unit, Provincial Crime Intelligence Overt Operations, K9 Unit, Provincial Corporate Communication, Tactical Response Team (TRT), Hostage Negotiators and FLASH.
He further said the operation continued focusing on the Rustenburg Central Business District (CBD) and surrounding areas. Naidoo added that focusing on crimes relating to illegal firearms and ammunition, undocumented foreign nationals, trio crimes, and drug trafficking.
“Stop-and-search operations were conducted in the Rustenburg CBD, Tlhabane, Boitekong, Phokeng, and several nightclubs were visited. During the operation, 10 undocumented foreign nationals were found hiding inside the roof of a hardware premises on Fatima Bhayard Street and four search warrants were executed.
“Operations such as Shanela 2 demonstrates the unwavering commitment of the police to tackle crime and restore public confidence. The police will continue to intensify high-density operations and work collaboratively to ensure that communities across the province feel safe and protected,” he said.
3 May 2026 – The Democratic Alliance (DA) leader, Geordin Hill-Lewis said as South Africa marks Workers’ Day, they should be honest about the contradiction at the heart of this occasion. Hill-Lewis said this is a country in which work is still out of reach for millions.
He further said on the latest official figures, 31.4% of South Africans are unemployed. Hill-Lewis added that on the expanded definition, which includes those who have given up looking for work, that figure rises to 42.1%.
“Around 7.8 million South Africans are officially unemployed. Joblessness in South Africa is a national crisis. Workers’ Day should be a day on which a country celebrates the dignity of work and the opportunity that comes with it.
“In South Africa, it increasingly is a reminder of how many people have been denied both. There is little dignity in being locked out of the economy. There is little justice in telling young South Africans to celebrate workers when so many of them have never had the chance to become workers at all,” he said.
Hill-Lewis said there is little credibility in the annual parade of speeches from leaders, whose policies have helped to produce one of the worst unemployment crises in the world. He said the truth is that jobs are not created by slogans.
“They are created when an economy grows, when businesses can invest with confidence, when infrastructure works, when streets are safe, when electricity is reliable, and when the government understands that its role is to open the door to opportunity rather than stand in the doorway blocking it.
“That is why the contrast within South Africa matters. The Western Cape has the lowest unemployment rate in the country, at 18.1%, far below the national rate of 31.4%. The province’s expanded unemployment rate is 23.7%, also dramatically better than the national figure,” said Hill-Lewis
He said in the last quarter of 2025 alone, the Western Cape added 93 000 jobs. Hill-Lewis said over the year, it added 95 000 jobs.
“Cape Town’s official unemployment rate has fallen to 19.8%, and the city added 113,000 jobs year on year. That does not mean the work is done. But it does mean that better government produces better outcomes.
“Where government is cleaner, more capable, and more focused on growth, more people find a pathway into work. And while too many people are still unemployed, the successes achieved where the DA governs does show that South Africa’s jobs crisis is not inevitable,” he said.
Hill-Lewis said it is the result of choices. He said different choices produce different results.
“If we truly want to honour workers, then we must build a country that creates more of them. That means backing economic growth instead of throttling it. It means fixing ports, rail, energy and policing. It means making South Africa investable again.
“On the Workers’ Day, the Democratic Alliance renews the commitment to fight for a South Africa in which more people can work, earn, build, provide and live with dignity. Because the true measure of a pro-worker government is not what it says on 1 May. It is how many workers it helps create on every other day of the year,” said Hill-Lewis.
3 May 2026 – The acting National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), Lieutenant General Puleng Dimpane commends the extraordinary bravery and selflessness displayed by Captain Johan “Pottie” Potgieter, whose actions are an example of the highest standards of service and dedication. Dimpane said in a highly dangerous and complex operation along the Komati River, Potgieter was hoisted from a SANPARKS helicopter into a crocodile-infested river, where he courageously secured a crocodile using a rope under extremely dangerous conditions.
She further said the animal which was already euthanized was then safely lifted and relocated, enabling the police and other experts to recover the remains of a suspected missing person. Dimpane added that the discovery of the remains means that the police have now taken the body parts found in the intestines of the crocodile for DNA analysis to confirm the identity of the deceased.
“We praise Potgieter for his bravery. Potgieter’s willingness to place his own life at risk, going far beyond the call of duty, reflects the unwavering commitment of SAPS members to serve and protect, even in the face of danger that could have cost him his life.
“SAPS salutes Potgieter for his heroism, bravery, professionalism and dedication. His actions are a reminder of the courage and sacrifice demonstrated daily by members of the South African Police Service (SAPS),” she said.
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