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Thabazimbi/ Northam – On Monday, 29 September 2025, the Thabazimbi Regional Court sentenced 32-year-old Alfred Donaldson to 30 years’ direct imprisonment for the murder of his father and the kidnapping of his mother.
![Crocodile River Faces Sewage Threat
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A DA release alleges that failing sewage infrastructure in Madibeng — including a non-functional treatment plant and several broken pump stations — has led to raw sewage being diverted into stormwater drains that flow into the Crocodile River.
Thabazimbi – A heartbreaking blow has struck our town: the Thabazimbi Homeless Shelter, a safe haven for thousands over the past five years, has announced on Tuesday 30 September 2025, that it will be closing its doors.
Thabazimbi – A fire that broke out on Tuesday, 23 September 2025, behind Sasol in Acasia Street left a local lapa in ashes and nearby properties in danger.
Thabazimbi – When flames roar and danger strikes, there is one team the people of Thabazimbi know they can count on — Thaba Fire and Rescue.
Thabazimbi – Community spirit reached new heights on Wednesday, 24 September 2025, when Laerskool Koedoeskop hosted a heartfelt fundraising event at Smartbrain’s field and the local airfield in support of five-year-old Avanya Espag.
Thabazimbi – The child assault case involving Ria Oberholzer, Petrus Oelofse, and Jesica Hull has once again been postponed, this time to 27 and 28 October 2025 in the Thabazimbi Magistrates’ Court.
Northam — Tragedy struck again on Tuesday morning, 23 September 2025, on the R510 near Northam, where a motor vehicle accident claimed another life and left three others seriously injured. One of the patients had to be airlifted by helicopter for urgent medical treatment.
While some parents see it as a safety tool to stay in touch, others worry about screen time, social media exposure, and online risks. What do you think — are cellphones a necessity for children, or should they wait until they’re older?
Everyday interactions either uplift or exhaust. Some people bring laughter, encouragement, and light, while others leave those around them feeling drained.
Thabazimbi – Laerskool Thabazimbi het verlede week gehore betower met hulle uiters besonderse aanbieding van die musiekblyspel Annie Junior.
Setaria – The Northam Platinum Rhinos Rugby Club have once again shown their strength, successfully defending the coveted CEO Cup.
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