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SOL PLAATJE MUNICIPALITY, PUBLIC NOTICE: WEDNESDAY, 17 JUNE 2026, 15:40⚠️ URGENT ALERT: POSTPONEMENT OF PLANNED WATER SU...
17/06/2026

SOL PLAATJE MUNICIPALITY, PUBLIC NOTICE: WEDNESDAY, 17 JUNE 2026, 15:40

⚠️ URGENT ALERT: POSTPONEMENT OF PLANNED WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, 20 JUNE 2026

The municipality hereby withdraws the notice of the Planned Water Supply Interruption announced for Saturday, 20 June 2026.

The upgrades at Newton Reservoirs have been postponed until further notice.

Residents will be kept informed of our plans to implement the next Planned Water Supply Interruption. Further details will be communicated in due course.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your cooperation.

Kind regards,

Thabo Mothibi
Communications Unit
SOL PLAATJE MUNICIPALITY

🎺🎶 Field Band Foundation brings Youth Day to life in Danielskuil Hundreds of people came together in Danielskuil on Yout...
17/06/2026

🎺🎶 Field Band Foundation brings Youth Day to life in Danielskuil

Hundreds of people came together in Danielskuil on Youth Day as the Field Band Foundation hosted a vibrant celebration of music, learning and community spirit.

From a lively street parade and inspiring speeches to performances by talented young musicians and a mass band experience involving children and adults alike, the event showcased the positive impact of music in young people's lives.

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📸 PICTURES: Supplied

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⛏️ Major lithium exploration programme set to begin in Northern CapeLithium Africa is preparing to launch a 3,500-metre ...
17/06/2026

⛏️ Major lithium exploration programme set to begin in Northern Cape

Lithium Africa is preparing to launch a 3,500-metre drilling campaign at its Springbok Project, targeting the historic Norrabees lithium pegmatite mine as it seeks to define a new mineral resource.

The project includes planned drilling, site upgrades, local appointments and the evaluation of an existing spodumene-bearing stockpile as exploration gathers pace.

📰 READ the full story here: https://tinyurl.com/bdzh7v7w

📸 PICTURES: Lithium Africa and file image

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SOL PLAATJE MUNICIPALITY, PUBLIC NOTICE: WEDNESDAY, 17 JUNE 2026, 12:20⚠️ ALERT 1: WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION FOR ENTIRE ...
17/06/2026

SOL PLAATJE MUNICIPALITY, PUBLIC NOTICE: WEDNESDAY, 17 JUNE 2026, 12:20

⚠️ ALERT 1: WATER SUPPLY INTERRUPTION FOR ENTIRE KIMBERLEY ON SATURDAY, 20 JUNE 2026 - 06:00 TO 22:00

Notice is hereby given that a Planned Water Supply Interruption is scheduled for refurbishments at Newton Reservoirs:

• Installation of three new valves (1200 NB) at Reservoir 102 megalitres, and
• Newton Tower pipework upgrades (tower to cross section).

Interruption schedule:

* Date: Saturday, 20 June 2026
* Time: 06:00 to 22:00 (16 hours)

📍Please Store Water: Residents are urged to store sufficient water for essential use during the time of interruption.

Saturday's operation at Newton Reservoirs is part of the government's investment through the Budget Facility for Infrastructure (BFI) into repairs and upgrades of the bulk water supply infrastructure, which are aimed at guaranteeing reliable future water supply.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused and would appreciate residents' co-operation.

Kind regards,

Thabo Mothibi
Communications Unit
SOL PLAATJE MUNICIPALITY

🚔 Foreign national arrested after drugs found hidden in car in UpingtonA 29-year-old foreign national has been arrested ...
17/06/2026

🚔 Foreign national arrested after drugs found hidden in car in Upington

A 29-year-old foreign national has been arrested after police discovered suspected drugs concealed inside a vehicle during a crime prevention patrol in Upington.

Police also seized a white Toyota Corolla believed to have been used in the commission of the alleged offence. The suspect is expected to appear in court on charges of possession of drugs.

📰 READ the full story here: https://tinyurl.com/2vwufyx2

📸 PICTURE: DFA / Illustration

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🚒 They answered a call for help – and paid the ultimate priceTributes continue to pour in for Baleseng Masilo, Obakeng T...
17/06/2026

🚒 They answered a call for help – and paid the ultimate price

Tributes continue to pour in for Baleseng Masilo, Obakeng Thakadu and Tshepo Mokhutsane, the three Ga-Segonyana municipal firefighters who lost their lives while responding to a veld fire.

Provincial government and Salga say their sacrifice serves as a powerful reminder of the risks firefighters and other emergency personnel face every day in protecting Northern Cape communities.

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📸 PICTURES: Supplied / Salga

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🚔 20 years for ra**st who lured girl with promise of R2 A seasoned Hopetown detective has been praised after securing a ...
17/06/2026

🚔 20 years for ra**st who lured girl with promise of R2

A seasoned Hopetown detective has been praised after securing a 20-year prison sentence for a man convicted of ra**ng a 14-year-old girl.

According to the Northern Cape police, the victim was lured to the man's home after he offered to give her R2. Once there, he locked the door and r***d her. A meticulous investigation, supported by forensic evidence, helped secure the conviction.

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17/06/2026

Six foreign nationals were arrested after they were found in possession of suspected stolen diesel and tyres that have been linked to a robbery from a truck near Britstown.

17/06/2026

A 29-year-old foreign national has been arrested in Upington after police discovered suspected drugs hidden inside a vehicle during a patrol operation. Authorities also seized the vehicle allegedly used in the commission of the crime.

17/06/2026

Community groups are mobilising ahead of June 30 for a march to motivate foreign nationals to leave the country.

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