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Mantashe calls for deeper Rwanda-SA cooperation as Kwibohora 32 marks new diplomatic chapter
ANC national chairperson and Minister of Mineral and Petroleum Resources Gwede Mantashe called for deeper cooperation between Rwanda and South
eNet celebrates African healing
The voices, wisdom and traditions that have shaped African communities for generations will be honoured when the 08th ATM/IKS Honorary
Homestead Apple Orchards gets service delivery boost
Midvaal Local Municipality team carried out a service delivery blitz in Homestead Apple Orchards on Thursday, 9 July 2026, addressing
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Netball gear drive gives young players a chance to shine
A new donation campaign is giving young netball players the opportunity to stay in the game by providing access to
Weekly Snapshot: Walkerville and Savanna City Times Newsletter
This week, Walkerville & Savanna City Times brings you the stories shaping Walkerville, Savanna City, Midvaal and surrounding communities. From
T-Dope puts community at the heart of his music
Lakeside Estate’s Thabang Makhetha, better known as T-Dope, is using music to tell authentic stories from his community while inspiring
Take Charge campaign inspires Meyerton youth during school holidays
Young people from Meyerton were encouraged to make positive life choices during the Take Charge of Your Life School Holiday
Meyerton SAPS intensifies liquor compliance inspections
Meyerton SAPS conducted a liquor compliance operation on July 14 as part of ongoing efforts to curb crime and ensure
Door-to-door campaign spreads GBVF awareness in Sicelo
Meyerton SAPS, together with Siyabangena, took crime prevention directly to residents during a door-to-door awareness campaign in Sicelo on July
Orange Farm detective appears in court on murder charges
A 34-year-old detective constable, Elias Moeketsi Pinkoan, has appeared before the Sebokeng Magistrates’ Court on charges of murder and attempted
Kookrus sewer upgrade project set to begin
Residents of Kookrus will soon be connected to Midvaal’s municipal sewer network as construction gets underway on a long-awaited sewer
Hey Siri, who’s doing the thinking here?
Simphiwe sits in a buzzing lecture hall with his phone in one hand and his laptop open in front of
Why universities reject you and what comes next?
Every year, when matric results are announced in January, South Africans erupt in celebration. Families ululate, neighbours cheer and thousands
‘Binge girls’: hidden costs for your sex life, health
Picture this, ladies: you are getting ready at a friend’s place for a big night out. The music is loud,
Illegal land invasion blocked in Elandsfontein
Midvaal Local Municipality has prevented an attempted illegal land invasion in Elandsfontein and warned residents against buying or occupying land
Weekly Snapshot: Walkerville and Savanna City Times Newsletter
This week, Walkerville & Savanna City Times brings you the stories making headlines across Walkerville, Savanna City, Midvaal and surrounding
Libraries spark young innovators through STEAM programme
Midvaal Libraries recently hosted a STEAM programme aimed at exposing learners to opportunities in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics.
Walkerville boxing duo punch their way into GSport Awards spotlight
Two local boxing powerhouses are in the running for national recognition after manager Colleen McAusland and boxer Simangele “Smash” Hadebe
Health
How vaping hooks young people – and how to quit for good
Vaping, once sold as a safer alternative to cigarettes, is now trapping South Africans into serious nicotine addiction. What started
Click, scroll, lose – odds stacked against students who bet online
At first he won small amounts. Then, as the losses piled up, he was topping up accounts with money meant
Why more young lives face higher risk of suicide
Suicide has become one of the fastest growing causes of death among youth. The South African Society of Psychiatrists report
Enviroment
Midvaal installs 112 streetlights in Savanna City to improve safety
Midvaal Local Municipality has installed 112 new streetlights in Savanna City, in a move aimed at improving safety and visibility
Big boost for power supply as Midvaal launches R47 million project
Midvaal Local Municipality has officially commenced construction of a R47 million substation aimed at increasing electricity capacity and improving distribution.
Midvaal kicks off Transport Month with Traffic, Fire & Rescue vehicle display
Midvaal Local Municipality launched Transport Month on 1 October with a display of some of its Traffic and Fire &






























