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Kimberley police seek public help to find missing man - Kimberley police are appealing for public assistance in tracing Tebogo Charles Kanaomang, who was last seen in the city in July 2026. Anyone with information about his... dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-06-ki…
Springboks know there is little room for error against Italy in Nations Cup - The Springboks face a crucial Nations Championship Test against Italy in Turin, with Damian Willemse and Ruan Nortje warning that the hosts pose a serious threat. dfa.co.za/sport/2026-11-06-s…
Springboks, Sundowns and F1 headline busy sporting weekend - The Springboks face Italy, Sundowns chase CAF Super Cup glory and the Carling Knockout quarter-finals headline a busy sporting weekend. dfa.co.za/sport/2026-11-06-s…
🎬🍿 FREE FILMS IN BARKLY WEST! Enjoy two South African films exploring fatherhood, identity and youth culture, followed by community discussions.
📅 Today, Nov 6 | 12pm–4pm
📍 Barkly West Library
✅ Free entry – no booking needed!
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🚰 Kimberley's R608.6m sanitation lifeline falls short of the R2.8bn needed to tackle its sewage crisis. Homevale treats just 43% of incoming effluent, while sewage pollution continues to threaten Kamfers Dam. More funding is needed. 📰 tinyurl.com/5arse87f
🚨 MURDER AND MYSTERY: A 37-year-old mother of four was allegedly killed by her boyfriend in Kimberley's Samaria informal settlement. Meanwhile, an elderly woman's body was found at her Club 2000 home, with questions surrounding her death.
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‘TOO LENIENT’: The family of late ConCourt judge Yvonne Mokgoro has expressed outrage after her partner, David Mmelesi, received a wholly suspended five-year sentence for culpable homicide. Mokgoro died following an N12 crash in April 2023. Read more: tinyurl.com/52jc4wup
KIMBERLEY WEATHER: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6
The city can expect:
Minimum: 14°C
Maximum: 33°C
Rain: 0%; dry
Practical takeaway: Stay hydrated, use sun protection and keep loose items secure. Finish what matters; the rest can spend the weekend thinking about Monday.
Man dies in Colville shack fire as neighbours battle flames and water woes - A fatal Colville shack fire has prompted calls for better basic services after a community organisation said low water pressure hampered neighbours’ efforts to extinguish the... dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-05-ma…
The Northern Cape High Court has ordered a husband to contribute up to R523,800 towards his estranged wife’s divorce case, including a forensic investigation into his finances. dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-04-no…
The family of late Constitutional Court judge Yvonne Mokgoro has criticised the suspended sentence handed to her life partner, David Mmelesi, for culpable homicide, as bitter... dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-05-to…
Goodbye CR7: Ronaldo calls time on record-breaking Portugal career - Cristiano Ronaldo will end his 23-year Portugal career after the November fixtures, leaving behind a record 234 appearances, 146 goals and two major international titles. dfa.co.za/sport/2026-11-05-g…
Mother of four killed in Samaria; inquest opened into Club 2000 death - A Samaria mother of four has died following an alleged assault by her boyfriend, while the Kimberley police investigate the unexplained death of an elderly woman in Club 2000. dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-05-mo…
Kimberley sewage crisis: R608.6 million lifeline falls short of full fix - Sol Plaatje Municipality will seek additional funding after confirming that its R608.6 million sanitation allocation cannot cover the full scope of its proposed R2.8 billion... dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-05-ki…
Pop the corks, then get to work - From potholes and overgrown cemeteries to public safety, the Diamond City has a long list of unfinished business awaiting its newly elected leaders. dfa.co.za/opinion/2026-11-06…
Ballot battle: Scuffle erupts over ward count in Kimberley - Police and party representatives clashed outside a Galeshewe voting station as opposition parties disputed the Ward 18 count, with KAG demanding a recount and the IEC urging... dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-05-ba…
Coaches, teammates and memories take centre stage at second Legends gala - Kimberley Sports Legends prepares to honour rugby, hockey and bowls achievers, while former Griqualand West player Eddie Geduld reflects on the people behind the 1973 team’s... dfa.co.za/sport/2026-11-06-c…
Mother of four killed in Samaria; inquest opened into Club 2000 death - A Samaria mother of four has died following an alleged assault by her boyfriend, while the Kimberley police investigate the unexplained death of an elderly woman in Club 2000. dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-05-mo…
Kimberley sewage crisis: R608.6 million lifeline falls short of full fix - Sol Plaatje Municipality will seek additional funding after confirming that its R608.6 million sanitation allocation cannot cover the full scope of its proposed R2.8 billion... dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-05-ki…
Man dies in Colville shack fire as neighbours battle flames and water woes - A fatal Colville shack fire has prompted calls for better basic services after a community organisation said low water pressure hampered neighbours’ efforts to extinguish the... dfa.co.za/news/2026-11-05-ma…