RUSTENBURG HERALD - RUSTENBURG – 28-year-old Tebogo “Manyoka” Diale and 19-year-old Simphiwe Dube are scheduled to make their second appearance before the Koster Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 14 August, for a formal bail application.
According to Rustenburg police spokesperson, Sgt Ofentse Mokgadi, the two first appeared briefly in court on Friday, 8 August, on charges of possession of explosives and unlawful possession of ammunition.

RUSTENBURG HERALD - RUSTENBURG - On Thursday, 7 August, the Rustenburg Local Municipality experienced an incident of security compromise (a cyber-attack) in that there had been an unauthorised access to or acquisition of information into the municipality ICT network systems. As a matter of fact, this incident not only had an impact on the administration of the municipality, but also poses a challenge in the delivery of services to the community.

RUSTENBURG HERALD - RUSTENBURG - "ActionSA notes with extreme concern the alleged hacking of the Rustenburg Local Municipality's IT network. This incident occurs against the backdrop of ActionSA laying criminal charges against the Municipal Manager for alleged fraud and corruption, raising serious questions about potential links between the two events," said Thabo Nkashe, Action SANW Provincial Chairperson in a media release on Friday last week. 

In what is seen as one of its most successful events ever, the TSKKIA All Styles Martial Arts Federation teamed up with the local SPCA to help the Rustenburg SPCA with raising funds to take care of all the animals in their care. This event managed to generate in excess of R21 000 towards the local SPCA. The funds will be used to ward the protection and care of the animals in their care. This International competition with competitors from Ireland and other countries proved once again that TSKKIA is a Martial Arts Federation that cares and that they are willing to help wherever they can.

RUSTENBURG HERALD - RUSTENBURG - The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Rustenburg has launched a manhunt following the discovery of a woman’s body at a flat on Tuin Street, Rustenburg, on Monday, 4 August, at approximately 17:00.
According to Sgt Ofentse Mokgadi, Rustenburg police spokesperson, the Police were called to the scene, where they were met by the building caretaker and a witness, who is reportedly a friend of the suspect. Upon entering the flat, the police discovered the lifeless body of a woman with three visible stab wounds to the neck.

RUSTENBURG HERALD – MARIKANA - The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Marikana has launched a manhunt for two unknown suspects following a fatal shooting incident that occurred at a residence in Mmaditlhokwa Village on Monday night, 4 August.
According to Sgt Ofentse Mokgadi, Rustenburg police spokesperson, the police responded to the scene and found the lifeless body of an adult male lying in a pool of blood inside a house. The victim, identified as 30-year-old Mr Given Magoba, sustained a fatal gunshot wound to the upper left chest.

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RUSTENBURG HERALD - DERBY - The DA in Kgetlengrivier has shared in a media statement that they intend to write to the MEC for Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA) in North West, Gaoage Oageng Saliva Molapisi, requesting intervention to ensure full restoration of water to the residents.

RUSTENBURG HERALD - PHOKENG - The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Phokeng has arrested a 45-year-old male suspect following a fatal stabbing incident that occurred on Saturday, 26 July 2025, at a mine hostel within the Phokeng policing precinct.
According to Sgt Ofentse Mokgadi, Rustenburg police Spokesperson, the police were dispatched to the scene after receiving a report of a murder. Upon arrival, they found the lifeless body of a male victim lying on the ground with multiple stab wounds and visible bleeding.

RUSTENBURG HERALD - TLHABANE - The South African Police Service (SAPS), in partnership with various law enforcement agencies, continues to intensify its weekly Safer City operations.
On Friday, 25 July, the focus was placed on the Tlhabane policing precinct. Led by Station Commander Col David Moagi, the operation targeted high-priority areas including Rustenburg Noord, Zinniaville, Bobuantja, Lefaragatlha, and Tlhabane, with the aim of preventing and combating crime.

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RUSTENBURG HERALD - RUSTENBURG - The Democratic Alliance (DA) is outraged by the reckless decision to appoint Morufa Moloto, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the North West Parks and Tourism Board (NWPTB) despite her currently being out on bail on corruption charges. 
This appointment shows members of government is prepared to turn a blind eye to corruption. The DA demands the immediate suspension of the appointed CFO until the criminal case is resolved and a full investigation into how this person was shortlisted, interviewed, and given the job.