Residents vow to ‘rise up’ against drug lords if police fail to act

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Residents of Club 2000 and Soul City have vowed to join forces with the police to tackle rising crime, but warn that they will take matters into their own hands ...

Police investigate Kimberley business owner’s death

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The police have opened an inquest after a 54-year-old business owner was found dead at his premises in the Kimberley CBD.

Galeshewe pastors threaten land grabs before Christmas

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Galeshewe pastors have threatened to stage land grabs to secure plots for their churches before Christmas if the Sol Plaatje Municipality does not grant them the ...

Essential medical staff to embark on ‘no pay, no work’ over unpaid overtime

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

Labour unions Hospersa and the PSA said essential medical staff – including ambulance workers, doctors and nurses – may revert to working only the regulated 45 hours ...

Cousin reveals ‘murder confession’ in ex-wife shooting

Sandi Kwon Hoo|Published

The State closed its case this week in the Northern Cape High Court murder trial of Alberto Matthews, where a cousin of the accused testified that he confessed to ...

Joy and relief as Proteas finally break through World Cup barrier

Lance Fredericks|Published

South Africa’s Laura Wolvaardt and Marizanne Kapp reflected with pride and emotion after leading the Proteas Women to their first-ever ICC Women’s Cricket World ...

Court rules against bookmakers offering casino games

Marlene Minopetros|Published

The Supreme Court of Appeal has ruled that bookmakers in South Africa are not allowed to offer fixed-odds bets on casino games, including roulette, as it contravenes ...

Wesfront Challenge 2025 brings the spirit of the Boer War to life

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Wesfront Challenge 2025 honoured South Africa’s Anglo-Boer War history through a four day, 55 kilometre hike across key Western Front battlefields.

BYD set to unveil family-friendly Sea Lion 5 hybrid SUV for SA market

Lance Fredericks|Published

BYD is set to launch the Sea Lion 5, a plug-in hybrid SUV designed for South African families, combining electric efficiency, comfort, and safety with the company’s ...

Afrikaans duet music celebrated in style at Afri Duet Festival

Danie van der Lith|Published

The Afri Duet Festival celebrated its twelfth anniversary on 24 and 25 October with the theme Paul Kruger 200, honouring the former president’s 200th birthday through ...

What' s on in Kimberley – 29 October and beyond

Marlene Minopetros|Published

Looking for something to do? Here’s what’s happening in and around the Diamond City over the coming days and weeks.

Kalahari High and St Patrick’s CBC crowned NC Schools SA20 Phase 1 champions

Danie van der Lith|Published

Kalahari High and St Patrick’s CBC were crowned Northern Cape champions at the Switch Schools XX SA20 cricket play-offs held in Kimberley on 24 and 25 October 2025. ...

Australia wary but confident ahead of Women’s World Cup semi-final against India

Lance Fredericks|Published

Seven-time champions Australia head into Thursday’s Women’s Cricket World Cup semi-final against India unbeaten and full of confidence, with Alyssa Healy’s side ...

Porthen to debut as Erasmus names experienced Springbok lineup for Japan Test

Lance Fredericks|Published

Rassie Erasmus has named a strong Springbok squad for Saturday’s Test against Japan at Wembley, with debutant Zachary Porthen joining a largely settled team for ...

Proteas trio among top movers in latest ICC Women’s player standings

Lance Fredericks|Published

South Africa’s Marizanne Kapp, Nonkululeko Mlaba and Masabata Klaas have all risen in the ICC Women’s Player Rankings, joining standout names from Australia, England ...

South Africa seeks to break England’s hold in World Cup semi-final showdown

Lance Fredericks|Published

South Africa’s resilient Proteas face a confident England side in Guwahati for the Women’s World Cup semi-final, seeking redemption after earlier defeats and a chance ...

Seven7 Drive for Kids with Cancer celebrates 10 years of adventure and hope

Danie van der Lith|Published

A passionate three-man crew set off on the 10th anniversary Seven7 Drive for Kids with Cancer, a seven-day journey across eight provinces to raise awareness and ...

Blitzboks gear up for Cape Town defence with fresh hunger and new faces

Lance Fredericks|Published

Christie Grobbelaar, Donavan Don and Grant de Jager are preparing to help the Blitzboks defend their HSBC SVNS Cape Town title, each with personal goals and strong ...

Bavuma urges Proteas Women to focus on execution ahead of England semi-final

Lance Fredericks|Published

Proteas captain Temba Bavuma has rallied behind South Africa’s women’s team ahead of their World Cup semi-final against England, praising Laura Wolvaardt’s leadership ...