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03/09/2024

New shopping complex to boost the local economic development in Marble Hall's Leeuwfontein area
By Cynthia Nkgudi
The community of Leeuwfontein under the traditional leadership of Rahlagane traditional council in Marble Hall's Ephraim Mogale local municipality ward 8, gathered in celebration of a sod turning of the Leeuwfontein Crossing to mark the beginning of a positive economic growth expected by the residents at large. The meeting was graced by the presence of his worship Mayor councillor Given Moimana, speaker of the council councillor Rebecca Lentsoane, whip of council councillor Lina MMagane, ward councillors NL Magatle, K Mamahlako, K AphaneAphane, municipal manager ME Moropa, planning and economic development director P Tjebane, Infrastructure director T Maphutha, CFO T MadisaneMadisane along with Mc Cormick delegation led by retail manager Phillip Malan.
Mc Cormick property development is known for it's extensive record of retail development with over 75 shopping centers in South Africa and it has promised good relationships with the dignitaries involved. His worship mayor Moimane has reiterated on the protection of the assets that will be used in the project and further challenged Mc Cormick to train young people so that they remain with the skills once the project ends. Kgoshi Rahlagane has encouraged his people to grab this opportunity as the entire community would greatly benefit for it's economic development. The project is set to kickstart early in September.

30/08/2024

28/08/2024

On 27 August, a woman's body was discovered near the R573 road in Kwaggafontein. The tragic incident has left the community in shock, with police confirming that no arrests have been made yet.

Acting Provincial Commissioner of SAPS Mpumalanga, Major General (Dr.) Zeph Mkhwanazi condemned the incident, calling it a setback in the fight against Gender-Based Violence. He emphasized the need for justice and urged the community to work with the police to bring the perpetrators to justice.

The police are investigating reports that parts of the woman's body may have been removed. A postmortem will be conducted to provide more details. Authorities are also urging families with missing female relatives, especially those in their twenties, to contact the police.

Anyone with information is asked to call the Crime Stop number at 08600 10111 or submit tips through the MYSAPSAPP.

19/08/2024

A major breakthrough in the fight against Cash-In-Transit (CIT) robberies occurred on 17 August 2024, when four suspects were arrested in Vosman. Law enforcement, acting on a tip-off, intercepted the suspects, recovering two Mercedes-Benz vehicles, three AK-47 rifles, a 9mm pistol, and ammunition. The suspects are expected to face multiple charges. The SAPS in Mpumalanga praised the collaboration between various police units that led to this successful operation.

31/07/2024

🚨Tragic accident between school bus and train close to Mafube Village🚨

On Wednesday afternoon, 31 July 2024, a tragic accident occurred involving a school bus and a train at the Mafube Village railway crossing. The scene remains active, with emergency services expected to work through the night into the next day. Multiple casualties have been reported, and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) from Middelburg and neighboring towns are on-site. The accident occurred when the school bus reportedly attempted to cross the railway. Updates will be provided as more details become available. Our thoughts are with the affected families and everyone involved in this devastating incident.

UPDATE - 31 Jul 2024 21:23:

According to the statement released by Mpumalanga Department of Community Safety, Security and Liaison, the collision resulted in the deaths of five pupils from Morneg School, who lost their lives instantly. The bus was transporting about thirty learners when it attempted to cross the railway line on the R104 Road near Mafube Village, between Wonderfontein and Arnot, and collided with an oncoming train.

According to the statment, eleven other individuals sustained serious injuries, while eleven, including the bus driver and the train operator, suffered minor injuries. Emergency services from Middelburg and neighboring towns are still on the scene, and due to the severity of the incident, it is expected that their efforts will continue late into the night.

Mpumalanga Community Safety, Security and Liaison MEC Jackie Macie expressed shock and sent condolences to the affected families, wishing a speedy recovery to those injured. He emphasised the need for accountability and thorough investigation, highlighting the importance of proper screening and training for drivers involved in scholar and public transport to prevent such tragic incidents.

Updates will be provided as more details become available. Our thoughts are with the families and everyone affected by this devastating incident.

31/07/2024

25/07/2024

Two businessmen received telephone calls from someone who impersonated the Hawks employee, further alleging that he was investigating their cases and demanding money from the businessmen to quell their prosecution...

Photo: Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe The Provincial Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Limpopo, Lieutenant General Thembi Hadebe, warned members of the public to be on alert following a fraudulent scam in which victims are telephonically contacted by the perpetrators clai....

22/07/2024

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Motetema nabbed a 36-year-old man in connection with a murder that occurred at Makorokorong Village in Tafelkop on Tuesday, 16 July. The suspect stabbed the victim in the upper...

Photo: For illustration purposes | Canva The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Motetema nabbed a 36-year-old man in connection with a murder that occurred at Makorokorong Village in Tafelkop on Tuesday, 16 July.

22/07/2024

A group of youth from Monsterlus is directly involved in the fight against the spread of HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases and unplanned pregnancies. Together with those from surrounding areas, they have initiated a...

A group of youth from Monsterlus is directly involved in the fight against the spread of HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases and unplanned pregnancies.

15/07/2024

Hoërskool Ben Viljoen U/14 and U/16 rugby teams have secured victories in the Limpopo finals against Ellisras High School. Both matches were intense, with every player giving their all on the field...

Photo: Hoërskool Ben Viljoen | Facebook Hoërskool Ben Viljoen U/14 and U/16 rugby teams have secured victories in the Limpopo finals against Ellisras High School. Both matches were intense, with every player giving their all on the field.

15/07/2024

A joint effort by the Middleburg Flying Squad, Mpumalanga Tracking Team, and a tracking company resulted in the arrest of a 29-year-old suspect with a...

A joint effort by the Middleburg Flying Squad, Mpumalanga Tracking Team, and a tracking company resulted in the arrest of a 29-year-old suspect with a stolen Toyota Hilux Club Cab on Thursday, 11 July 2024.

15/07/2024

Over 300 child-headed families received groceries, and 10 people living with disabilities were given wheelchairs as part of Sekhukhune District Municipality’s commemoration of Mandela Month through...

Over 300 child-headed families received groceries and 10 people living with disabilities were given wheelchairs as part of Sekhukhune District Municipality’s commemoration of the Mandela Month through Executive Mayor Minah Bahula’s office in a programme which coincided with the State of the Dist...

15/07/2024

Ecstatic Khomotso Sina Makgoga was presented with a cheque prize of R64 000 after her name was selected from other house-number 64 competitors. Thobela FM had an Outside Broadcast at Sina’s house which saw people from all...

Photo: Kgoshi Madihlaba (middle) dancing with Sekhukhune District Municipality Executive Mayor, Minah Bahula (third from left) and Makhuduthamaga Local Municipality Mayor, Merah Mahlase (second from right) as they celebrated with Makgoga family in Glen Cowie who has won the Thobela FM 46th birthday....

09/07/2024

Recently, the Mayor of Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality, Councillor David Tladi, attended the South African Air Force Basic Military Training 01/2024 Passing-Out Parade in...

Photo: Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality [Facebook] Recently, the Mayor of Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality, Councillor David Tladi, attended the South African Air Force Basic Military Training 01/2024 Passing-Out Parade in Hoedspruit, Maruleng Municipality. The event celebrated the achievemen....

09/07/2024

He indicated that upon arrival in the house, the victim found his family with two male strangers in the kitchen, armed with fi****ms...

Photo: For illustrative purposes | CANVA The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Dennilton have activated a manhunt for two unknown suspects following a shooting of a ward councillor on Wednesday, 3 July, in Waalkraal Section at about 19:00.

08/07/2024

Burgersfort SAPS have activated an inquest after a shocking discovery of human remains on Wednesday, 26 June, at Stocking Mbabalelo Village bushes near an initiation school...

Burgersfort SAPS have activated an inquest after a shocking discovery of human remains on Wednesday, 26 June, at Stocking Mbabalelo Village bushes near an initiation school.

01/07/2024

During the operation, police seized 20 generators, five drill machines, a motor, a shovel, and other items believed to be used in illegal mining. Additionally, a silver-grey Ford Ranger bakkie was confiscated...

Two 29-year-old and 36-year-old suspects were arrested during Operation Vala Umgodi in Schoemanskloof outside Nelspruit on Friday, 28 June 2024. The arrests were made for mining-related offences, and charges were laid under the National Environmental Management Act.

28/06/2024

Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality (EMLM) Mayor, David Tladi’s social media accounts have been hacked...

Photo : Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality warns the public to be alert after Mayor Tladi’s social media accounts were hacked by crooks who demand money from people under the pretence that the mayor is in trouble. Elias Motsoaledi Local Municipality (EMLM) Mayor, David Tladi’s social media acco...

28/06/2024

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26/06/2024

Sarel Petrus Du Plessis (53) has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of 14-year-old Bhekimuzi Ziko. The sentencing occurred on Tuesday, 25 June 2024, at Middelburg's Mpumalanga Division of the High Court...

Sarel Petrus Du Plessis (53) has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of 14-year-old Bhekimuzi Ziko. Major General Zeph Mkhwanazi, Acting Provincial Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS) in Mpumalanga, has approved the life sentence. The sentencing occurred on Tuesday...

25/06/2024

Police in Apel have arrested a 46 year-old man in connection with the murder of his 49 year-old relative on 20 June in...

Photo : Man who killed his relative handed himself to the Apel police on Tuesday, 25 June morning after the incident on 20 June. Police in Apel have arrested a 46 year-old man in connection with the murder of his 49 year-old relative on 20 June in Mohlaletse Village within the Apel policing precinc....