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MAN ARRESTED FOR FATAL STABBING IN IPELEGENG IPELEGENG – Another tragic incident of murder has occurred in Ipelegeng tow...
30/08/2025

MAN ARRESTED FOR FATAL STABBING IN IPELEGENG

IPELEGENG – Another tragic incident of murder has occurred in Ipelegeng township, near Schweizer-Reneke. A 30-year-old man has been arrested in connection with the killing of a 26-year-old man in Slovo section near Reabetswe Secondary School.

According to North West police spokesperson Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone, the victim was discovered at around 08h10 on Saturday, 30 August 2025, lying on the street with a stab wound to the upper body. He was declared dead at the scene.

“The South African Police Service in North West confirms that a 30-year-old man has been arrested in Ipelegeng for the alleged murder of a 26-year-old man. The suspect is expected to appear in the Schweizer-Reneke Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 1 September 2025,” Brigadier Mokgwabone told MORONGWA.

The motive behind the stabbing has not yet been established. Police have opened a case of murder, and investigations into the matter are underway.

MAGOGONG MAN IN COURT FOR ALLEGED BRUTAL MURDER OF ELDERLY WOMANTAUNG – A 33-year-old man accused of brutally killing a ...
28/08/2025

MAGOGONG MAN IN COURT FOR ALLEGED BRUTAL MURDER OF ELDERLY WOMAN

TAUNG – A 33-year-old man accused of brutally killing a 71-year-old woman in Magogong village made his first appearance in the Taung Magistrates’ Court on Thursday, 28 August 2025.

The suspect, identified as Kagiso Thipe, was arrested earlier this week after an incident that shocked the Diphitsing Section community. According to police reports, Thipe allegedly attacked Masechaba James (71) with a spade following an altercation.

It is alleged that Thipe was busy working outside when James requested him not to make holes in front of her yard. An argument ensued, and he started to assault her. The elderly woman was struck several times, leading to her death.

North West police spokesperson, Brigadier Sabata Mokgwabone, confirmed that the suspect fled the scene after the incident but was later traced and arrested on Tuesday, 26 August 2025.

During his brief appearance in court, the case was postponed to 29 September 2025 for further investigation. Thipe will remain in custody until his next appearance.

ELDERLY WOMAN KILLED IN MAGOGONG VILLAGETAUNG – Police have arrested a 33-year-old man following the murder of a 71-year...
27/08/2025

ELDERLY WOMAN KILLED IN MAGOGONG VILLAGE

TAUNG – Police have arrested a 33-year-old man following the murder of a 71-year-old woman in Magogong village on Tuesday, 26 August 2025.

According to police spokesperson Warrant Officer Tryphosa van Rooyen, it is alleged that the victim had asked the suspect not to make holes in front of her yard while he was busy working outside. An argument allegedly broke out between the two, during which the suspect assaulted the woman.

Emergency Medical Services were called to the scene, where the victim was declared dead. A case of murder has been opened, and the suspect is expected to appear in the Taung Magistrate’s Court on Thursday, 28 August 2025.

26/08/2025

WATCH: Amalia rape-robbery accused Rethabile Maine (21) applied for bail. Court to decide on 1 September 2025. Victim identified him by voice, defence argues mistaken identity.

BOYFRIEND APPEARS IN COURT FOR MURDERSCHWEIZER-RENEKE – 50-year-old Kampende Simon Likuwa, a Namibian national, made a b...
25/08/2025

BOYFRIEND APPEARS IN COURT FOR MURDER

SCHWEIZER-RENEKE – 50-year-old Kampende Simon Likuwa, a Namibian national, made a brief appearance in the Schweizer-Reneke Magistrate’s Court on Monday, facing charges of murdering his partner, 52-year-old Kedisaletse Audrey Ditire.

Ditire’s decomposed body was discovered on a farm in Avondster last week Thursday, nearly three months after she went missing. Her disappearance on 29 May 2025 had left her family and the Ipelegeng community searching for answers until Likuwa allegedly pointed police to her remains on 21 August.

MORONGWA understands that the State has classified the matter as a Schedule 6 offence. Likuwa, represented by Legal Aid South Africa, abandoned his bail application. Prosecutors confirmed they would have opposed bail regardless, citing the seriousness of the charge.

The murder case was postponed to 25 September 2025 to allow police to continue with investigations. Meanwhile, Likuwa is expected to return to court on 28 August for a separate case related to his immigration status.

20-YEAR-OLD MAN IN COURT FOR R**E AND ROBBERY AMALIA - A 20-year-old suspect is expected to appear before the Schweizer-...
24/08/2025

20-YEAR-OLD MAN IN COURT FOR R**E AND ROBBERY

AMALIA - A 20-year-old suspect is expected to appear before the Schweizer-Reneke Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 25 August 2025, for a bail application following allegations of ra**ng a 76-year-old woman in Amalia.

The incident is said to have taken place on the night of Friday, 15 August 2025, at Molatswaneng Section outside Schweizer-Reneke. According to police information, the elderly woman was asleep when she reportedly heard footsteps inside her home. When she went to investigate, she allegedly saw a man standing near her bedroom door.

It is alleged that the suspect prevented the woman from screaming by covering her mouth before robbing her of cash, ra**ng her, and fleeing the scene. Police were called and later managed to trace and arrest the suspect, who first appeared in court on Monday, 18 August 2025.

The case is being investigated by the Vryburg Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit.

BOYFRIEND ARRESTED AFTER POINTING OUT BODY OF MISSING WOMAN AVONDSTER – The search for 52-year-old Kedisaletse Audrey Di...
23/08/2025

BOYFRIEND ARRESTED AFTER POINTING OUT BODY OF MISSING WOMAN

AVONDSTER – The search for 52-year-old Kedisaletse Audrey Ditire from Ipelegeng Extension 5 has come to a tragic end after her decomposed body was discovered on a farm in Avondster on Thursday, 21 August 2025.

Her boyfriend, aged 50, was arrested by the North West Anti-Gang Unit on Thursday, 21 August 2025, after he allegedly led police to the site where Ditire’s remains were hidden.

Ditire had been missing since Thursday, 29 May 2025, when she was last seen by the same boyfriend near the R506 road between Avondster and Christiana, close to Kgwejana Farm. According to police, she had visited him at the farm before heading to a local store, but never returned home.

The boyfriend only reported her missing more than a week later, on Saturday, 7 June 2025. He was initially taken in by police during investigations and charged for contravention of section 49 of the Immigration Act, 2002. He was remanded in custody until this week’s breakthrough.

He will now face an additional murder charge and is expected to appear before the Schweizer-Reneke Magistrates’ Court on Monday, 25 August 2025.

Acting Provincial Police Commissioner, Major General Patrick Asaneng, strongly condemned the killing, saying the arrest and recovery of Ditire’s body, while welcomed, highlighted the ongoing scourge of gender-based violence.

“The arrest of the suspect and the discovery of the mortal remains of the deceased, while commended and welcomed, is yet another painful reminder of the brutality and barbaric violence that defenceless women are subjected to by men who are supposed to be their protectors,” Asaneng said. “It is hoped that this arrest will bring some comfort and closure to the family who for a long time didn’t know what could have happened to their loved one.”

Ditire’s disappearance had left her family and the Ipelegeng community deeply worried for nearly three months. Her death has sparked renewed anger and calls for stronger protection for women, as South Africa continues to commemorate Women’s Month, a time dedicated to celebrating women’s resilience and contributions. Instead, the discovery of Ditire’s body serves as a harrowing reminder of the persistent scourge of gender-based violence that continues to claim women’s lives.

Image: A place where the boyfriend had sent the victim to buy something.

NORTH WEST MOTHER DELIVERS TRIPLETS AT JOE MOROLONG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL VRYBURG - The North West Department of Health has ...
22/08/2025

NORTH WEST MOTHER DELIVERS TRIPLETS AT JOE MOROLONG MEMORIAL HOSPITAL

VRYBURG - The North West Department of Health has welcomed the safe delivery of triplets, the first set to be born at Joe Morolong Memorial Hospital in Vryburg.

The babies, two girls and one boy, were delivered on 12 August 2025 through a planned caesarean section by a team of doctors and nurses after weeks of close specialist monitoring. The mother had been referred from a local clinic as a high-risk patient because of hypertension and carrying triplets.

According to the Department, Baby 1 (female) was born at 09:02, weighing 2.16kg, Baby 2 (female) was born at 09:03, weighing 1.5kg, and Baby 3 (male) was born at 09:03, weighing 2.09kg.

While Baby 3 briefly required admission for respiratory distress and was discharged after three days, Baby 2 remains in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) for weight gain. Babies 1 and 3 have since been discharged into the care of their maternal grandmother, while the mother remains in the Post-Natal Clinic as a lodger mother.

North West MEC for Health, Sello Lehari, who visited the hospital to meet the mother and healthcare workers, praised the team’s professionalism and commitment.

“The safe delivery of these triplets is a clear demonstration of the commitment and skill of our healthcare professionals. As the North West Department of Health, we place the health of mothers and babies at the centre of our work because we know that healthy families form the backbone of sustainable communities,” MEC Lehari said.

He further stressed that the achievement reflects the Department’s broader efforts to strengthen maternal and child health services in the province.

“Our contribution to reducing maternal and child mortality speaks directly to the Sustainable Development Goals, particularly ensuring healthy lives and promoting wellbeing for all at all ages, especially in pregnant women and postpartum,” he added.

SCA RESERVES JUDGEMENT IN NALEDI MUNICIPALITY MM DISPUTEBLOEMFONTEIN - The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) today reserved ...
22/08/2025

SCA RESERVES JUDGEMENT IN NALEDI MUNICIPALITY MM DISPUTE

BLOEMFONTEIN - The Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) today reserved judgment in the case of Naledi Local Municipality and Others v Thabo Appolus and Others (Case No. 122/2024) after a hearing in Bloemfontein.
The case concerns the controversial appointment of Modisenyane Segapo as municipal manager of Naledi Local Municipality in the North West Province.

The North West High Court ruled in September 2023 that Segapo’s appointment was invalid due to procedural flaws, including delayed interviews and the MEC’s non-concurrence, as per section 54A of the Local Government: Municipal Systems Act. Naledi’s appeal challenges this decision, while respondents, including Thabo Appolus, argue the appointment violated legal standards. The municipality’s retention of Segapo despite the ruling raised concerns of possible contempt.

The SCA panel, led by Mothle JA, will deliberate on issues like the appeal’s validity and the MEC’s authority. A written judgment, expected in weeks or months, will be published on SAFLII and likely reported by Morongwa News. The outcome will impact Naledi’s governance and could set a precedent for municipal appointments.

22/08/2025

BREAKING NEWS

SCHWEIZER-RENEKE - Human remains have been discovered on a farm in Avonster on Thursday night, 21 August 2025.

At this stage, police have not yet confirmed the identity of the remains. However, the family of Kedisaletse Audrey Ditire, who went missing in May 2025, strongly believes the remains may belong to her.

This is a developing story.

SAPS NORTH WEST LOSES DEDICATED SPOKESPERSONPOTCHEFSTROOM - The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the North West, a...
19/08/2025

SAPS NORTH WEST LOSES DEDICATED SPOKESPERSON

POTCHEFSTROOM - The South African Police Service (SAPS) in the North West, as well as members of the media fraternity, are mourning the passing of Captain Mpho Manyoba, who sadly died on Saturday, 16 August 2025, reportedly after a short and sudden illness.

Captain Manyoba was based at the North West police headquarters in Potchefstroom, where she served as a spokesperson. Captain Manyoba worked tirelessly to ensure that accurate information reached the public, often going beyond the call of duty to respond to queries and provide updates to journalists across the province.

Her professionalism, patience, and willingness to engage made her a trusted bridge between the SAPS and the media. Many journalists who worked with her fondly recall her dedication to transparency and her commitment to ensuring that communities remained informed about critical policing matters.

The passing of Captain Manyoba leaves a deep void in both the SAPS communication team and in the broader media community. Her contribution will be remembered with respect and appreciation.

We extend heartfelt condolences to her family, colleagues, and loved ones during this difficult time.

May her soul rest in peace.

TWO ARRESTED FOR DEFRAUDING NORTH WEST PUBLIC WORKS OF OVER R87 000TAUNG - The Hawks have arrested two men accused of de...
17/08/2025

TWO ARRESTED FOR DEFRAUDING NORTH WEST PUBLIC WORKS OF OVER R87 000

TAUNG - The Hawks have arrested two men accused of defrauding the North West Department of Public Works and Roads of more than R87 000 in a project that was never implemented.

According to the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks), the suspects — Malane Abraham Letsapa (45), an Expanded Public Works Programme (EPWP) District Coordinator, and Moreotsile Israel Olifant (50), a former PR Councillor in the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Municipality — were arrested in Vryburg and Taung on Saturday, 16 August 2025.

The case relates to a project approved in December 2020, when the Dr Ruth Segomotsi Mompati District Municipality signed off on the Presidential Stimulus Project under the Department’s EPWP. The initiative, meant to benefit Matsheng and Tlapeng villages in the Greater Taung Municipality, involved cutting down trees and grass along the main road in and out of the two villages.

However, investigators allege that no services were rendered despite payments being processed. Olifant is alleged to have facilitated the selection of beneficiaries, while Letsapa processed claims for their payments over a three-month period. This resulted in the Department losing more than R87 000.

The pair made an urgent bail application at the High Court in Mahikeng on Sunday, 17 August 2025. They were granted bail of R2 000 each.

Letsapa and Olifant are expected to appear in the Taung Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 18 August 2025, on charges of fraud.

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