Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Matlosana has raised concern regarding ongoing sewer failures across the municipality, stating the continuous problems are creating serious health and safety risks for residents. The party has announced it will formally escalate the matter to the Municipal Manager to ensure accountability. According to a statement released by the DA, persistent sewer blockages have been exacerbated by recent heavy rains, leading to overflowing waste in residential neighbourhoods. The party characterizes the situation as a growing public health hazard, asserting that it can no longer be ignored.
Sax at jazz session
Lentswe, Welkom - KG Jazz Collectables will host a super jazz session in the Free State.
The event will take place at Lekgarietse School Hall in Welkom on Saturday November 29. A special treat will be a performance by Kgotso Stephen, a saxophonist. As a jazz collector, he has always been drawn to the soothing sounds of different jazz saxophonists - the rich tones that somehow reduce stress and uplift one’s mood. Admission is free and it will start at 11:00 till late. More information from T Khechane, 082 316 1688.
Rapist will get old in jail
Lentswe, Kanana - A serial rapist received a long enough sentence to keep him in jail until he is very old. Two life terms and additional 48 years imprisonment were handed down to Elias Thejane (39) by the Klerksdorp Sexual Offences Regional Court, for raping three women in Kanana between December 2012 and October 2014.
Mayor’s office reach out to blind man
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - Strange to think that something as simple as a white cane, can bring freedom to a disabled person. In a move to observe Disability Rights Awareness Month (DRAM), the Office of the Executive Mayor has responded to the long-standing plea of a Khuma resident, providing a critical tool for his independence. Hendrick Molato, a 43-year-old resident of Ward 34 in Khuma, has been totally blind for over 10 years. His call for assistance was answered by the Office of the Executive Mayor, through the initiative of the Disability Desk led by Ditto Maine.
Missing since 2022
Lentswe, Kanana - The police request the community’s assistance in locating the 54-year-old John Malebo Mvelase who has been missing since 2022. He was last seen by his daughter when he travelled to his home in Ext 15 at about 16:00 on Friday July 25, 2022. “According to information received, Mvelase lives alone and is not mentally stable. When his daughter visited him the next day, he was not found,” said Const Thuto Bobelo, police spokesperson. A search was conducted around Kanana without any positive feedback.
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