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“Dis nie die einde van die wêreld nie… maar komaan!” [skrywe aan die redakteur]  

Thabazimbi – Ná ’n kragonderbreking wat meer as ’n dag geduur het, het ’n ontstelde inwoner van Thabazimbi haar hart oopgemaak oor die frustrasies waarmee inwoners daagliks worstel.

Did you know?  

While we’re bundled up in blankets, South Africa is busy exporting oranges! Yes — during our winter months (June to August), South Africa becomes one of the world’s top citrus exporters, especially to Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

POLL: Do you agree that the Pension Funds Adjudicator should decide who gets a deceased person’s pension?

A new law lets anyone challenge who a deceased person nominated as a pension beneficiary. The Pension Funds Adjudicator now has the final say – not the fund, and not the deceased’s stated wishes.

HAVE YOUR SAY: Do you think addiction to sugar should be recognised like addiction to alcohol?

While alcohol addiction is widely acknowledged and treated, research shows sugar triggers similar reward pathways in the brain. Some experts argue it leads to dependency, mood swings, and health risks. Should sugar addiction be taken just as seriously in public health and policy discussions?

AfriForum pak padveiligheid – en meer – in Thabazimbi aan [AfriForum persverklaring, 4 Julie 2025]   

Thabazimbi – AfriForum se Thabazimbi-tak het onlangs verskeie infrastruktuur- en veiligheidprojekte van stapel gestuur nadat ’n samewerkingsooreenkoms met die Thabazimbi Plaaslike Munisipaliteit gesluit is. Hierdie projekte dra daadwerklik by tot beter dienslewering en veiligheid in die dorp.

Thabazimbi youth stand tall against substance abuse

Thabazimbi – On 26 and 27 June 2025, the Thabazimbi community rallied behind its youth in an inspiring two-day event that combined sport, dialogue, and creativity to mark Youth Month and the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking.

Did you know?  

Released in August 1939, just days before World War II began, The Wizard of Oz brought colour — literally and emotionally — to a world on the brink of darkness.

POLL: Do you think addiction to sugar should be recognised like addiction to alcohol?

While alcohol addiction is widely acknowledged and treated, research shows sugar triggers similar reward pathways in the brain. Some experts argue it leads to dependency, mood swings, and health risks.

HAVE YOUR SAY: Do you think the cost of lobola (bride price) has become unreasonable in today’s times?

Lobola is a longstanding African tradition meant to honour a bride’s family and unite two households. However, with rising costs — often reaching tens of thousands of rands — some feel it’s become a financial burden rather than a cultural celebration.

Court grants final postponement in Van der Walt assault case

Thabazimbi – The wheels of justice continue to grind slowly in the assault case of Leon van der Walt, who was brutally assaulted in September last year – but there is finally light at the end of the tunnel. 

In Liefdevolle Herinnering

Northam Rhinos gears up for Waterberg clash!

Setaria – The Northam Platinum Rhinos are set to storm back onto the field on Friday 27 June 2025 when they face Nylstroom Rugby Club in a much-anticipated Waterberg League showdown.