Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The Matlosana Municipality has responded to the ongoing billing crisis that has left residents confused and frustrated over massively inflated municipal accounts. Last week, it was reported that the new system, which requires residents to submit their own readings, has been chaotic. Many who complied found their payments were not allocated, their submitted readings were ignored, and they received statements with unrealistic estimated readings. The situation was highlighted by the case of resident Gideon Joubert, whose municipal bill unexpectedly soared to R131 000. While struggling to get answers for their constituents, the DA warned that the failure of this primary revenue stream could lead to a further collapse in service delivery.
Sexual offenders jailed across North West
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The Acting Provincial Commissioner of the North West, Major General (Dr) Ryno Naidoo, has welcomed a series of prison sentences handed down to sexual offenders in the province between October and November 2025, saying the convictions show decisive action toward protecting communities. Police spokesperson Col Adele Myburgh provided details of the cases, which span courts in Klerksdorp, Vryburg and Mmabatho, and involve both adult and juvenile suspects.
New wheelchair an early Christmas present
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - Christmas has come early for a young boy from Jouberton Extension 22 when he received a brand new wheelchair. The 5-year-old Orapeleng Mai-mane could not contain his happiness when he received his new wheels. He never had a proper wheelchair. The Office of the Executive Mayor of Matlosana in partnership with Klerksdorp/Tshepong Hospital’s Occupational Therapy Unit handed over the wheelchair on Tuesday December 2. The handover was held at Tshepong Hospital as part of the Disability Rights Awareness Month led by Dito Maine from the mayor’s office.
Young poet speaks to the soul
By Mamello RamabeleLentswe, Tigane - In the quiet township of Tigane, a young poet is crafting verses that speak to the soul of a generation. Hlonolofatso Mmokela, a 20 year-old aspiring writer, is using poetry not only as a form of self-expression but as a powerful tool to confront societal issues and personal struggles. Mmokela is currently working on his debut anthology titled ‘’The Deaf Hear, The Blind Will See’’.
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SASSA payment dates for January
Lentswe, Klerksdorp - The SASSA payment dates for January may cause slight disruption in the grant receiving schedules of many beneficiaries due to the start of the month, which includes many traditional or New Year holidays. SASSA advises recipients to collect their timely payments from the bank account they’ve registered with SASSA. If you collect your payment the next day or after 24 hours of official disbursement, you’ll get your payment smoothly because the systems usually get busy on the first day.
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