MAHIKENG MAIL - MAHIKENG: John Kambule, a 56-year-old artist from Klerksdorp, has created an ancient ship artwork symbolising South Africa’s new dawn with the Government of National Unity (GNU).
The ship represents the country’s journey through history, highlighting resilience and spirit. Kambule’s masterpiece reflects on the nation’s seven administrations since democracy and the recent 2024 elections, which led to the GNU.
The GNU, formed by 10 political parties, aims to tackle South Africa’s challenges through inclusive growth, poverty reduction and building a capable state.
Closing down of illegal initiation schools
MAHIKENG MAIL - MAHIKENG: The MEC for Cooperative Governance, Human Settlements and Traditional Affairs, Oageng Gaoage Molapisi, has commended members of the Provincial Initiation Coordinating Committee (PICC) for their swift and coordinated response that led to the safe rescue of 64 initiates (male and female) and shut down of five illegal initiation schools which operated in three districts.
North West increases efforts to revive goat farming
MAHIKENG MAIL - MAHIKENG: The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (DARD) has taken a significant step towards transforming the province’s goat farming industry with the launch of the Provincial Goat Improvement and Beneficiation Programme.
North West Media Awards
MAHIKENG MAIL - RUSTENBURG: The North West Media Awards announced the winners of the 2025 edition, recognising excellence in journalism, broadcasting, communication and digital media made possible through the support of the North-West University.
Health Services take centre stage in Tlhabane
MAHIKENG MAIL - MAHIKENG: The community of Tlhabane in Rustenburg came together to celebrate the 2025 World Aids Day Commemoration, combined with the Thuntsha Lerole Integrated Service Delivery programme.
The event, held on 28 November, showcased the power of integrated service delivery with the Department of Health working closely with the North West Provincial Government, civil society leaders and community stakeholders to bring essential health services to the people.









