Voices

A tremendous rise in Gender Based Violence has been seen in South Africa for the past decade, could society be facing a world where women and children are not free to walk the…
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The Sol Plaatje University kick started Women’s Month with an in-depth discussion with Polokwane Mayor, Thembi Nkadimeng speaking on her family’s journey for justice for her…
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We recently chatted with Pulane Pharasi one of the co-founders of Teemaneng Running Club. We've learned that she helps coordinate the timing for club races as well as external…
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We live in a world that grows and develops at the speed of light, some countries and continents at vastly different rates than others. World Population Day seeks to pay attention…
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When a woman was caught for committing adultery, she was made to stand before the public to be stoned according to the law. When Jesus said to them” if anyone of you is without…
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The Northern Cape is the largest province in South Africa taking up 30% of the country’s space, with a semi desert climate, the province’s economy thrives on agriculture being one…
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Being the capital city of the Northern Cape, it is fair to assume that Kimberley should be sparkling. Unfortunately, that is not the case, and there are many reasons for this. One…
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The Sol Plaatje University (SPU) Library and Student Resource Centre (located on Central Campus) opened its doors in December 2017 and has since, not shied away from the new.…
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My ma het net huis toe gekom met ʼn lang sigaret in die mond, dié getrek soos ʼn  rosyntjie uitgedroog in Upington se son, skoen se sole dun geloop, sy gesig rooi gebrand. Dit het…
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Young actress, Tauné Block, had proud Kimberley fans fastened to their chairs as she appeared on Generations for two episodes, among many other appearances on soapies like…
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She is known for expressing her love for her heritage and culture through art.  This talented woman started to paint and do bead work at the age of 10 and was taught by her mother…
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By Karabo Siyoko Eyethu pop-up library is a book drive that gives the gift of reading to all citizens of Kimberley, young and old. The pop-up library was founded by Thabo Batshe…
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Dikeledi is a youth novella written by MNET Literary Award winner Sabata-Mpho Mokae, edited by William Mashike. It was published in 2014 by Geko Publishing in the City of…
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By Karabo Siyoko In July South Africa celebrates former president Nelson Mandela’s birthday. 18 July has been declared Nelson Mandela Day and as South Africans we embrace the…
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When the future key holders of South Africa were protesting for free education, they remembered that many of those tending to these institutions were barely surviving through…
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Premier Dr. Zamani Saul led his executive council to different communities in the Northern Cape, to allow members of the communities to share their daily burdens with them.…
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Statistics indicate that nearly 30 percent of all mesothelioma cases in South Africa are tied to environmental exposure, most commonly in the Northern Cape. Asbestos is the primary…
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Drug abuse is a huge problem across the world. Many families have been broken, lives been claimed, and jobs lost, due to the malady that plagues communities. There are a variety of…
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“The 17th of April 1994 was the worst day. Early in the week, international soldiers came to rescue the foreigners who were in the building. We tried to stop and plead with them…
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The Kimberley Boys High School first soccer team has started 2019 with their boots ablaze. Having won the Sol Plaatje Promotional League, they are set to now compete in the…
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SPU Humanities’ student Sisca Julius, who is studying Afrikaans, creative writing, anthropology and heritage studies, was awarded the inaugural K & L prize for her story, Honey…
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On the 3rd of July 2019, a public lecture was held at the Northern Cape Theatre as part of the Association of South African Professional Archaeologists (ASAPA) 2019 International…
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By Karabo Siyoko Intern Journalist Working during holidays helps students gain experience outside of the general educational institutions that they are accustomed. Most…
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The State of the Province Address (SOPA) took place on Friday at the Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre. The Premier, Dr. Zamani Saul welcomed all in attendance from the…
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The elite and youth men and women national boxing championship took place in Kimberley at the Jimmy Summers Hall sanctioned by the South African National Boxing Organisation…
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