Lentswe, Klerksdorp - Shocking hygiene violations, including live crabs found in a refrigerator, raw frozen meat left directly on the floor in butchery areas, and the discovery of fake branded clothing for sale, were uncovered during a special cleanup operation by the Matlosana Municipality on Friday January 16. The raid at the taxi rank used for commuters to Tigane in the Noorkom Centre in North Street, Klerksdorp led to two premises being immediately prohibited from trading due to severe non-compliance and poor hygiene. The operation, part of the City’s ongoing efforts to enforce municipal by-laws and national legislation, was led by Steven Mpato, Assistant Director for Fire and Rescue Services, alongside various law enforcement and compliance teams. Its primary objective was to promote public health, safety, and a clean trading environment for commuters, residents, and visitors.

Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The Pakistani national accused of murdering a teenage girl remains in custody. Ahmad Zeeshan (38), an undocumented immigrant in South Africa, is reportedly facing additional charges of statutory rape, apart from murder. Lentswe has learned of allegations that Zeeshan has been in a sexual relationship with Desmonith (Dezzie) Cloete since early last year when she was only 15 years old. Zeeshan is accused of strangling the young girl in his Flamwood apartment on December 28. Her body was discovered on the bedroom floor after Zeeshan’s brother alerted the police to the murder. Her hands were tied behind her back, and a plastic bag was pulled over her head. Reports suggest that Zeeshan, who reportedly worked at a cellphone shop, was preparing to flee; his belongings were already loaded into a Bolt rental when police arrived at his residence.
According to Lieutenant Colonel Sam Tselenyane, Zeeshan allegedly confessed the murder to his brother and asked for help to dispose of the body.

Lentswe, Klerksdorp - Matlosana Executive Mayor Fikile Mahlophe has attributed the decision to stop distributing free paraffin to indigent communities to a council resolution, not a unilateral decision on his part. He made this statement before the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) on Monday January 12 after being subpoenaed to account for the issue.

Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The Orkney & Klerksdorp Animal Shelter has confirmed a devastating outbreak of Canine Distemper within its facility, leading to its immediate closure to the public. Following veterinary assessment, and three more dogs exhibiting symptoms, the shelter declared a full quarantine to protect animals at the shelter and the wider community’s pets.