Maklera Magazine

Maklera Magazine Maklera Magazine creatively covers stories, educates and entertains, with the aim of selling Klerksdorp to the world.
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Maklera Magazine is an online digital news publication established at Matlosana (Klerksdorp) in South Africa. The magazine was pioneered as a result of a lack of adequate media coverage for local businesses, sports arts and culture and various other social sectors which are thriving in different fields. Maklera Magazine aims to give a platform to many of the city's movers and shakers in their resp

ective fields through quality and authentic journalism and professional photographic images, we are going to promote social cohesion, patriotism, and informative news. We intend to market local businesses and the city's culture and lifestyle, ours is to sell Klerksdorp and South Africa to the rest of the globe. The magazine will be a major player in the local and national music industry, being strategically located on the N12 .

Coobah Klerksdorp | Hosts Hang Out Saturdays featuring Sizar 28 & Hotsauce.
20/06/2026

Coobah Klerksdorp | Hosts Hang Out Saturdays featuring Sizar 28 & Hotsauce.

DA Audit Finds 56% of SAPS Police Stations Do Not Answer Their Phones South Africa - A nationwide audit co...
20/06/2026

DA Audit Finds 56% of SAPS Police Stations Do Not Answer Their Phones



South Africa - A nationwide audit conducted by the Democratic Alliance has revealed alarming shortcomings within the South African Police Service, with 56% of police stations across South Africa failing to answer their phones.

The findings were released by Ian Cameron, Member of Parliament and DA Deputy Spokesperson on Police, on 18 June 2026.

According to the DA, a nationwide calling audit was conducted using officially listed contact numbers for 1,025 SAPS police stations across all nine provinces. The results showed that 571 stations did not answer their phones, while only 454 stations answered one or both listed numbers.

This means that more than half of South Africa’s police stations could not be reached by telephone, raising serious concerns about accessibility, public safety, and emergency response.

Among the provinces, Limpopo recorded the worst reachability rate, with 78 out of 87 stations failing to answer. Free State recorded the second-lowest response rate. The audit also highlighted that several high-crime priority stations across the country were among those unreachable.

The DA said these findings mirror concerns raised during its oversight visit to the 10111 Emergency Communication Centre, where officials reportedly highlighted major operational challenges, including:

● Staff shortages
● Communication breakdowns
● Outdated technology
● Difficulty contacting police stations directly

These issues point to deeper structural problems within SAPS’ communication and emergency response systems.

Ian Cameron said a police service that cannot be consistently reached by the public cannot effectively carry out its constitutional mandate to protect communities and respond to crime.

The DA has confirmed that it will submit the findings to the Minister of Police and the National Commissioner of SAPS, while calling for urgent corrective measures to improve public access to police stations.

For millions of South Africans, a phone call to the police is often the first and most critical step in reporting emergencies such as violent crime, domestic abuse, theft, or assault. Failure to answer these calls could delay intervention, weaken public trust, and place lives at risk.

The findings have reignited concerns about service delivery, police accountability, and whether SAPS is adequately equipped to serve communities during times of crisis.
Victims of crime deserve help when they call.

Governance | Matlosana Service Delivery Movement Takes Fight for Grant Beneficiaries to SASSA Offices Klerks...
20/06/2026

Governance | Matlosana Service Delivery Movement Takes Fight for Grant Beneficiaries to SASSA Offices



Klerksdorp - The Matlosana Service Delivery Movement (MSDM) has intensified its campaign against what it describes as the unfair treatment of vulnerable residents, following a visit to South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) offices in the Klerksdorp CBD.

MSDM mayoral candidate and spokesperson Kgotso Sindi led the delegation, accompanied by Deputy Chairperson Lasie Sekgothe and Executive Member Bhuti Jordaan.

The purpose of the visit was to deliver a memorandum to SASSA, demanding the urgent and immediate end to what MSDM calls the harassment of indigent families, particularly those relying on social grants to cover funeral-related expenses. The movement also raised concerns over what it believes are unjust exclusions of unemployed individuals from the Social Relief of Distress (SRD) grant.

According to MSDM, many struggling residents have been unfairly denied access to critical financial support, often without clear explanations or sufficient evidence from the system used to assess eligibility.

In its memorandum, MSDM outlined five key demands:

1. Immediate end to harassment
An urgent stop to all forms of harassment and persecution of indigent families using social grants, including funds allocated toward funeral expenses.

2. Full transparency and accountability
SASSA must, within 14 days, provide written reasons and concrete evidence to every unemployed applicant denied the SRD grant under the explanation of “source of income identified.”

3. Restoration of benefits
All deserving applicants who were wrongly excluded must have their grants reinstated immediately, with payments backdated to the date of exclusion.

4. Independent appeal mechanism
The establishment of a fair, accessible, and independent appeal process for all SRD grant exclusions.

5. Review of data systems
A comprehensive review of the data verification systems used to determine grant eligibility, to ensure accuracy, fairness, and justice.
MSDM says the matter is urgent, arguing that thousands of vulnerable households continue to face severe economic hardship amid rising unemployment and the cost-of-living crisis.

R345 Million spent on consultants by North West, says COGTA North West - The North West Province has come under ...
20/06/2026

R345 Million spent on consultants by North West, says COGTA



North West - The North West Province has come under intense scrutiny after the Department of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs (COGTA), led by Velenkosini Hlabisa, confirmed that municipalities in the province spent approximately R344.4 million (about R345 million) on consultants during the 2024/2025 financial year — the highest consultant expenditure of any province in South Africa.

This represents a staggering 60% increase from the previous financial year, when the province spent around R214.8 million on consultants.

The revelation has triggered serious concerns over whether municipalities are receiving value for money, especially as many continue to struggle with financial instability, governance failures, and poor service delivery.

Among the municipalities highlighted:
Tswaing Local Municipality spent about R17 million on financial reporting consultants, yet still received a qualified audit with material misstatements.

Bojanala Platinum District Municipality spent R29 million on external consultants for financial statements preparation.

Moses Kotane Local Municipality spent R11.4 million on financial statement preparation and R9.6 million on asset management services.

Closer to home, three municipalities in North West — including City of Matlosana Local Municipality — reportedly spent nearly R68.5 million combined on consultants.

For Matlosana specifically:

● R10 million on asset management
● R8.7 million on internal audit services
● R9.6 million on VAT review and recovery
● R4.5 million on financial statement preparation

This comes at a time when many residents across North West continue to face persistent challenges including:

●Water shortages
●Electricity outages
●Poor road infrastructure
●Slow service delivery
●Governance instability

Political parties including ActionSA have questioned why municipalities continue spending heavily on consultants while audit outcomes remain poor and service delivery failures persist.

The core issue being raised is simple:
Why are municipalities spending hundreds of millions on consultants if internal capacity is not improving and communities are still suffering?
This is likely to remain a major accountability issue in North West politics ahead of the 2026 Local Government Elections.

Voter Registration | A re yeng, Mzansi!The doors are officially open, and it’s time to make your voice count.Visit your ...
20/06/2026

Voter Registration | A re yeng, Mzansi!

The doors are officially open, and it’s time to make your voice count.

Visit your nearest voting station today to:

● Register to vote
● Update your voting details
● Get assistance from Electoral Commission officials

Your vote is your power. Your voice matters. Your future starts with participation.

Get Up. Show Up. Vote.
Let’s get election-ready together, South Africa!





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DJ Zodi | One Man Show 2026 Potch - The wait is over! The first headliner for DJ Zodi’s One Man Show 2026 has offi...
19/06/2026

DJ Zodi | One Man Show 2026



Potch - The wait is over! The first headliner for DJ Zodi’s One Man Show 2026 has officially been revealed — Natiey Lepaka.

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as the One Man Show returns to Trimpark, Potchefstroom on 03 October 2026.

More artist announcements are expected soon. Stay tuned.

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Coobah Klerksdorp | Friday Sorted at Coobah! Looking for the perfect way to kick off your weekend? We’ve got y...
19/06/2026

Coobah Klerksdorp | Friday Sorted at Coobah!



Looking for the perfect way to kick off your weekend? We’ve got you covered!
Join us this Friday at Coobah for an epic evening of rugby, music, and great vibes.

DJ Pypies Live

Bringing the heat with a special 3-hour set
● 17:00 – 19:00
● Live Rugby on the Big Screens

Leinster Rugby vs Blue Bulls

● Kick-off: 19:30
● Great food
● Cold drinks
● Unbeatable atmosphere

Bring your friends and come experience the ultimate Friday vibe in Klerksdorp!

Skybar Potchefstroom | High End Friday featuring Seemah
19/06/2026

Skybar Potchefstroom | High End Friday featuring Seemah

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