Nestled in the heart of Limpopo’s wild and untamed landscapes, the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Center (HESC) stands as a beacon of hope for the preservation of South Africa’s most vulnerable wildlife. With a mission to rehabilitate, breed, and protect endangered species, the center plays a pivotal role in the conservation of some of the world’s most iconic and threatened animals. On my visit to HESC, I had the opportunity to witness firsthand the incredible work being done to safeguard species…

Polokwane, Limpopo – The annual Mapungubwe Festival is one of Limpopo’s most significant cultural events, drawing thousands of visitors from all walks of life to celebrate the province’s rich heritage and diverse cultural history. The Mapungubwe Arts Festival on Saturday, December 14, was an unforgettable experience, packed with energy and vibrant performances. This year marks the 15th edition of the festival, a key fixture in the South African cultural calendar.  As we arrived at Polokwane Cricket Stadium, the festival venue,…

Two Grade 10 learners from the Vhembe East District in Limpopo have committed suicide after failing Grade 10.  The separate incidents happened at Mphaphuli High School and Thohoyandou Technical School on Wednesday after the two male pupils received their report cards. In a statement released on Friday, December 13, the Limpopo Department of Education said it was discomforted by the news of the learners’ passing. Education MEC Mavhungu Lerule-Ramakhanya extended her heartfelt condolences to the bereaved families. “The Limpopo Department…

The leader of Economic Freedom Fighters in Limpopo, Lawrence Mapoulo, has accused Premier Phophi Ramathuba and Legislature Speaker Makoma Makhurupetje of tribalism and nepotism, alleging they only hire Vhavenda and Balobedu in their offices at the expense of Bapedi and Vatsonga-speaking people. Mapoulo addressed his party members during a service delivery march outside the Office of the Premier on Wednesday, November 13. In a video circulating on social media, Mapoulo is heard pointing accusing fingers at Ramathuba and Makhurupetje. Tribalism…

The former minister of the South African Police Service (SAPS), Bheki Cele, has shed more light about the criminal incidents that have happened at his home since he left office. Cele told SABC’s Face the Nation last night that he is being followed by unknown cars and recently, there was a break-in at his house in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Cele was speaking about the matter for the second time. He first made some scant revelations about this while speaking to Vuma…

The provincial governments of Limpopo and Gauteng have taken a significant step forward in their plans for a high-speed rail network that will connect the two provinces. According to a joint media statement released on October 9th, 2024, Limpopo Premier Dr. Phophi Ramathuba and Gauteng Premier Panyaza Lesufi met at Euphoria Golf Estate & Hydro in Mookgophong, Waterberg, where they approved the implementation protocol document for the project. The two provinces also committed to joint consultations with key national bodies,…

An 84-year-old man from Limpopo is sad that he might meet his ancestors before the government’s promise to build him an RDP house is fulfilled. The elderly citizen, Alfred Shai, from Dan village in Tzaneen, currently stays in a dilapidated structure with his son. Shai said that the councillor informed him early this year that his request for an RDP house was approved. He was, however, later surprised when told that the allocation of houses to the beneficiaries had been…

An Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) councillor in Limpopo lives in fear after his home was petrol-bombed with seven occupants inside. Blouberg Local Municipality councillor Kingsley Maribeng is adamant that the motive behind the shocking attack is connected to his intervention in a road construction initiative aimed at benefiting the village of Ga-Mochemi in Ward 14. Although the attack took place two weeks ago, Maribeng is concerned that the perpetrators are hell-bent on making his life miserable. “It is difficult to…

The suspended sentence handed to a municipal official convicted of crimes relating to the R2 billion VBS scandal undermines the severity of the fraud and looting that took place at the bank, said a municipal union. The South African Municipal Workers Union (SAMWU) in Limpopo says it strongly condemns the “lenient” sentencing handed to former Thulamela Local Municipality municipal manager Hlengani Maluleke. It says the sentence further insults the bank’s victims, who lost millions in savings when the bank collapsed…

The Limpopo provincial government and other relevant stakeholders failed to provide clean water to the communities because they were incompetent. This is according to the South African Human Rights Commission (SAHRC) report released this week. SAHRC launched the investigation following several complaints by communities and concern groups accusing the municipalities of failing to provide clean, running water. “Access to water is essential to everyone’s health, dignity, and prosperity. In recognition of the fundamental importance of water, the Constitution entrenches the…