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Emalahleni FM News, Witbank (2025)

25/07/2025

THABILE CHOMA SEEKS ASSISTANCE WITH DIET AFTER C-SECTION COMPLICATIONS

A concerning case has emerged involving Thabile Choma from Klarinet, eMalahleni, who underwent a cesarean section delivery at Witbank Tertiary Hospital in 2023. The operation allegedly didn't proceed as expected, resulting in ongoing medical complications requiring a specific diet.

Choma, currently unemployed, struggles to afford the necessary dietary requirements due to financial strain. "The food is expensive and l can't afford it because l am unemployed. The attorneys had been assisting me but they have other clients to assist as well and they are running a business", she added.

Choma pleads with good samaritans to assist or sponsor her with the necessary diet while she sorts out her pension application process. Her attorneys are representing her in a negligence lawsuit against the hospital.

Anyone willing to assist can contact Thabile Choma on 0736157774.

NB: photo not for sencetive viewers.

25/07/2025

DEADLINE DANGER: SASSA SET TO CUT GRANTS FOR THOSE WHO DON’T REPORT IN

South African Social Security Agency [SASSA] is encouraging all Beneficiaries who have received SMS notifications and whose social grants were put on delayed payments to visit their SASSA nearest offices to review their grants for the purpose of updating, confirming their personal and financial circumstances. The Agency uses recorded contacts details to communicate with beneficiaries whenever there are changes and circumstances that will affect the grants of beneficiaries.

SASSA also reminds all beneficiaries to immediately report any changes in their financial and personal circumstances.

Currently the Agency is reviewing social grants beneficiaries verifying their continued eligibility for social assistance. This is an annual programme as required by the Social Assistance Act 14 (5)..

Mpumalanga progress on identified social grant review campaign is as follows, with a target of 7936 of beneficiaries with undeclared income and to date those who have reported for reviews is only 740 and has been processed, Target for Centenarians is 810 and reviewed to date is 299 and the target for Institution, i.e. beneficiaries accommodated at institutions is 729 and reviewed to date is 203.

Other categories of beneficiaries identified for reviews have been identified and will be processed throughout the year

SASSA is advising all beneficiaries due to reviews that failure to respond to or attend a scheduled social grant review may result in the suspension or termination of the social grant until the review has been completed, and eligibility reconfirmed. These social grant reviews are taking place in SASSA offices.

23/07/2025

MMC for Technical Services Emalahleni Local Municipality Thabang Mathebula Thabang Mathebula giving a progress report on the water shutdown currently underway in Emalahleni.

21/07/2025

PLANNED BULK WATER SHUTDOWN AT WITBANK TREATMENT PLANT PROCEEDS SMOOTHLY.

The first day of the scheduled seven-day bulk water shutdown at the Emalahleni Water Treatment Scheme (Witbank Water Treatment Plant) is progressing as planned, with critical maintenance and repairs underway.

The shutdown, which began this morning, is part of the Emalahleni Local Municipality’s efforts to conduct essential water infrastructure upgrades, including the cleaning and servicing of butterfly water valves. According to one of the municipality service provider, the work is proceeding smoothly, with adequate resources and tools available to ensure efficiency.

The maintenance team worked late into the evening to accelerate the process, focusing on valve repairs and system checks. The service provider has confirmed that the team is committed to completing the repairs within the scheduled five-day window, with the remaining two days allocated for pumping water back into various reservoirs across the municipality.

A key part of the process involves pressure-testing the water system to detect and fix any potential leaks before full operations resume. The municipality has assured residents that this proactive measure will help prevent future disruptions and improve water supply reliability.

Residents Urged to Conserve water
While the maintenance is expected to be completed within the stipulated time, residents are advised to use water sparingly during this period to minimize inconvenience. The municipality has also promised regular updates on the progress of the repairs.

This shutdown follows an earlier announcement by the Emalahleni Local Municipality, which warned residents of temporary water disruptions to facilitate the necessary upgrades.

18/07/2025

In a heartfelt tribute to Nelson Mandela’s enduring legacy, Emalahleni FM today participated in the 67 Minutes of Mandela Day by giving back to the community alongside Spar and Witbank's Miss Teen finalist Amogelang Madinane.

The outreach took place at the Poly Clinic in Lynnville where patients; many of whom spend long hours waiting for medical assistance were offered warm soup, fresh bread, and cake. The gesture brought comfort and nourishment to those present, reflecting the values of compassion and service that Mandela Day represents.

Spar sponsored the cake, while Miss Teen Finalisy contributed generous quantities of bread. Emalahleni FM helped facilitate the distribution, ensuring a smooth and dignified experience for all recipients. In addition to their hands-on support, the station also donated clothing items, extending warmth and dignity to those in need.

The initiative highlighted the power of collective goodwill and the importance of small acts of kindness in spaces where they are most needed. In honouring Mandela’s call to serve, the day stood as a reminder of the spirit of Ubuntu — that humanity is bound together by shared responsibility and care.

Through initiatives like this, Emalahleni FM continues to affirm its role as a community driven broadcaster committed to uplifting lives beyond the airwaves.

16/07/2025

As Mandela Day approaches, Emalahleni FM calls on all residents of Witbank to take part in a meaningful act of service.

In honour of the 67 Minutes campaign, we invite community members to donate loaves of bread , beginning tomorrow (17 July) for distribution during our Soup Drive taking place this Friday (18 July) at the Polyclinic.
All donations can be dropped off at the Emalahleni FM studios.

Let us stand together to support the less privileged and serve with purpose. Every slice, every minute, makes a difference.

16/07/2025

SAPS CALLS COLOUREDS AND INDIANS TO THE FRONTLINE IN A BOLD PUSH FOR POLICE DIVERSITY

In a bold push to address employment equity and boost racial representation, the South African Police Service in Witbank is calling on young Coloured and Indian residents from Schoongezicht and Pine Ridge to step forward and serve.

According to SAPS Witbank Communications Officer, Sergeant David Ratau, the initiative seeks to improve diversity within the police ranks by actively encouraging applications from these communities. Successful candidates will undergo formal training before being deployed to serve in local communities.

The recruitment drive forms part of SAPS’s broader transformation strategy, aimed at building a police force that better reflects South Africa’s demographics. It is open to individuals aged 18 to 35 who hold a Matric certificate.

An official registration and briefing session will be held on Friday, 18 July 2025, at 9:00 AM at the Faith Mission Church in Schoongezicht, commonly known as Overliner. Sergeant Ratau has extended a public invitation to all eligible residents to attend and participate in this initiative.

16/07/2025

MAYOR FINALLY SETS FOOT IN KRIEL AS LONG AWAITED SERVICES GETS RESUSCITATED :

The municipal crisis in Kriel has come to an end following a tense standoff between residents and Emalahleni Municipality officials. Significant progress was made on Friday (11 July 2025) when the Letsema service delivery initiative addressed one of the community's major concerns by repairing local roads.

On Monday (14 July 2025), a key demand was met as the mayor engaged directly with residents in a long-awaited in-person meeting. Adding to the list of wins for the community, a new fire truck has officially been delivered to Kriel; substantially strengthening the town’s fire and emergency response capabilities.

These developments signal the resolution of the protest they had and a return to normalcy. The mayor’s visit, coupled with the swift delivery of essential services, marks a decisive shift and highlights the effectiveness of community-driven activism in holding local government accountable.

10/07/2025

BRUTAL MURDER IN KROMDRAAI: POLICE & FORENSIC PATHOLOGY PLEA FOR INFORMATION

A shocking discovery was made in the Kromdraai area on July 9th, 2025, at approximately 12:50 PM. Police officers responded to a report of a body found in the bushes and confirmed the presence of a deceased male individual with visible injuries. The paramedics attended to the scene and pronounced the person dead.

The individual is described as a male, approximately 1.75 meters tall, wearing blue overalls, a maroon t-shirt, and boots. According to reports, the person appears to have been beaten to death and discarded at the scene thereafter.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has launched an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death and is urging anyone with information to come forward, including anyone that has a missing loved one matching this description, who may be able to identify the victim at the Klipfontein Forensic Pathology Department or provide information about the circumstances surrounding the death.

If you have any vital information regarding this, please contact Captain Mnisi of Vosman Police Station (for the murder case) on 082 923 1180 or the Klipfontein Pathology center (for the identification of the body) on 013 656 0981.

10/07/2025

US SLAPS 30% TARIFFS ON SOUTH AFRICAN EXPORTS

Emalahleni-based independent economist Mr Jabu Rakwena believes that the 30% tariff imposed by the United States on South African exports will likely be felt across sectors, eventually affecting the general economy and unemployment. Around 50% of South African exports will face tariffs that will make them uncompetitive.

This comes after US President Donald Trump sent a letter to several countries including South Africa on Monday, informing them about the 30% tariff expected to come into effect on the 1st of August and Jabu Rakwena says South African trade negotiators still have time to negotiate a better tariff deal, which could avert the situation and most likely companies have ramped up supplies before August.

Rakwena says tariff increase could lead to potential job losses, mainly in the agricultural sector, where $14 billion of agricultural exports to the US are under threat and the South African citrus industry as a significant employer, providing 35 000 jobs.

He says the biggest risk out of tariffs increase is that South Africa can capitulate and start doing away with empowerment programmes of the country, privatise key factors of the economy due to pressure from within the DA-lead faction of the GNU that is pro-US and pro-markets.

10/07/2025

JUST IN: President Cyril Ramaphosa will address the nation on Sunday, 13 July 2025 at 7PM, following allegations made by KwaZulu-Natal police commissioner Lieutenant-General Nhlanhla Mkhwanazi.

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