BREAKING NEWS
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Delmas principal appears in court over sexual assault allegations
Khangela Primary parents raise concerns following principal’s arrest
Dullstroom man sentenced to two life terms for rape
Daybreak practitioners consider recovery of alleged R135 million
Court relaxes bail conditions for Sibanyoni and co-accused, case postponed to April 2027
Couple granted bail after 200 people found at alleged unregistered rehab centre
The couple pray outside the Mdutjana Magistrate’s Court in Siyabuswa after being granted bail of R1 000 each.
Isiko Lethu
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Amakhosi namakhosana kanye namaduna ahlengele umnyanya wamagugu, waqobe mnyaka wobukhosi bakwa Manala Makerana. Nge 04 kuSinyikhaba, ekosini kwaMakera eVezubuhle.
Kutjho ukuthini ukungeniswa kukababa ngakwa ndodana
Beku ngana bususwa benyawo embizweni yomnyanya weZikhakhazise Nges'khenu 3.0
Amakhosi athethe isiqundo soku gidinga iiminyanya yamagugu ngaphasi kwesiqubulo soku khalima izehlakalo zoku hlukumeza kanye noku bulala abantu bengubo.
IKgodwana Cultural Village iyikaba yamagugu wamandebele kanye nokuvilela umlando wesintu
Municipality
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Residents report dry taps as Rand Water warns of supply pressure
Political parties demand stricter by-law enforcement in Thembisile Hani
Brakfontein water project raises hopes after years of shortages
Thembisile Hani boosts service delivery with new fleet
Thembisile Hani Local Municipality’s new fleet of service delivery trucks, including water tankers and waste management...
Creecy leads safety campaign at Witbank’s high-risk railway crossing
Three years later, no bridge for Witbank's dangerous crossing
Business
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Daybreak practitioners consider recovery of alleged R135 million
South Africans lead in Nkangala spaza ownership figures, but 604 shops remain unexplained
Siyabuswa business owners urged to collaborate for growth
Pump brings relief to Sundra residents after water shortages
Mbuyelo brings joy to 120 Delmas elderly on Mandela Day
Kusile Power Station boosts Eco Village with Mandela Month donation
Entertainment
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Youngsters FC crowned Shakes Rotating Tournament champions
Young football talent shines at eMalahleni tournament
Middelburg to host Steve Tshwete Boxing League launch
Former boxer and Boxing South Africa (BSA) Mpumalanga Provincial Manager Oupa Lubisi, pictured with Ilanga Boxing Promot...
013 Summerblaze celebrates five years of entertainment and economic impact
Community
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Brakfontein water project raises hopes after years of shortages
eMalahleni community unites in prayer for a transformed city
Creecy leads safety campaign at Witbank’s high-risk railway crossing
Three years later, no bridge for Witbank's dangerous crossing
From football champions to a bigger community vision
Wetland clean-up raises concerns over dumping in Mandela Section
education
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Delmas principal appears in court over sexual assault allegations
Khangela Primary parents raise concerns following principal’s arrest
Mayoral bursary drive and school visits motivate Class of 2026
Learners from various schools in Thembisile Hani listen attentively during the 2026 Mayoral Bursary Scheme roadshow, aim...
Boshomane urges Sele matriculants to further their studies
Mayor Ngwenya urges youth to put education first
Nkangala District Municipality Executive Mayor Thomas Ngwenya addresses residents during the IDP outreach programme at T...
Mswati calls for urgent progress on TVET campuses in Thembisile Hani and Victor Khanye
Nkangala District Municipality MMC for Rural Development Mduduzi Nkosi, who holds an N4 in Electrical Engineering, among...
Nkangala TVET College phases out NATED programmes as more than 600 graduate
Some of the more than 600 Nkangala TVET College graduates who received their National N Diplomas and NCV Level 4 certifi...
News
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‘Until Jesus comes back’ — ANC's political dominance threatened in Nkangala
Thembisile Hani Farmers Market boosts local farmers
SDP wins five wards in Victor Khanye as party makes its mark across Mpumalanga
Perfume Co. Africa empowers women and youth through entrepreneurship
Amakhosi namakhosana kanye namaduna ahlengele umnyanya wamagugu, waqobe mnyaka wobukhosi bakwa Manala Makerana. Nge 04 kuSinyikhaba, ekosini kwaMakera eVezubuhle.
Local Business
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From 400 to 30 000 eggs a day: Lebo creates 60 jobs
: Eggsellent by Lebo founder and CEO Lebogang Mashigo, whose poultry business has grown from selling eggs using a wheelb...
Eskom partnership donates learning resources to Botleng Secondary
Youth urged to pursue economic empowerment through mining initiative
Greater eMalahleni Mining Revolution president Mandla Bothman addresses young people during the Youth Day commemoration...
Mpumalanga businesses secure share of R1.1 million at Bambelela Business Awards
MBOMBELA — Emerging businesses from across Mpumalanga walked away with a share of more than R1.1 million in prize money...
Touch of Life Foundation donates two wheelchairs to Middelburg residents
Sunday, 15 March 2026, the Touch of Life Foundation donated its first two wheelchairs to beneficiaries in Middelburg an...
Dragline back in action as Liberty Coal targets 1 million tons a month and more jobs
Optimum Colliery’s dragline, Marion 8200, has been given a new lease of life after a successful refurbishment programme...
protest
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NSFAS funding changes prompt student unrest at Nkangala TVET college
Learners at Nkangala TVET colleges have entered the second week of protests over NSFAS funding and accommodation issues....
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MEC SIDELL BELIEVES THE STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENTS SHE HELD AT THE 2026 AFRICA’S TRAVEL INDABA WILL TRANSLATE INTO REAL TOURISM GROWTH IN THE PROVINCE
The MEC for Economic Development and Tourism, Ms. Jesta Sidell, says the 2026 Africa’s Travel Indaba, recently held at t...
Victorious Guest House: A Testament to Local Entrepreneurship
eMalahleni – In the bustling city of eMalahleni, a young entrepreneur is making waves with his latest venture. Tha...
Greenview guesthouse: Guaranteed convenience and upmarket comfort at affordable rates
DELMAS – Nestled in the heart of Eloff, Greenview Guesthouse stands as a beacon of comfort and affordability for t...
Emalahleni’s businesswoman Anne Sibande elevates hospitality with Villa Anne Boutique Hotels
– Anne Sibande is not only the founder of Villa Anne Boutique Hotels based in eMalahleni and Middelburg, she is al...
Announcements
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Highveld Chronicle sets sight on greater community impact in next 10 years – Dlakude
Tears of joy: An emotional Mfanzile Dlakude says the next 10 years for Highveld Chronicle will focus on making a greater...
Victor Khanye and Thembisile Hani residents warned of possible water disruptions
Victor Khanye reserves 40% of local opportunities for youth-owned businesses
Victor Khanye Local Municipality (VKLM) will reserve 40% of local economic opportunities for youth-owned businesses and...
Ramaphosa announces 04 November 2026 for local government elections
IEC urges eligible South Africans to register or update details ahead of June weekend, reminding voters they can only vo...
Channel2Fitness wins big at the Hollywood Foundation Mpumalanga Bambelela Business Awards
EMALAHLENI – Channel2Fitness (Pty) Ltd was announced as the overall winner of the 10th edition of the Bambelela Business...
R1 million up for grabs at 2025 Hollywood Foundation Bambelela Awards
MPUMALANGA – The Hollywood Foundation is thrilled to announce the 2025 edition of the Mpumalanga Bambelela Business Awar...
Abuse
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Delmas community demand justice for alleged rape of five-year-old child
Delmas– The Delmas community is demanding justice and stricter action against child-abuse cases after a relative a...
DA backs minor allegedly raped at Ethiopian Spaza shop
HENDRINA – The Democratic Alliance (DA) in Steve Tshwete Municipality took to the streets in a show of support for the f...
Child rape suspect walks free, mother demands justice
SIYABUSWA – Nompumelelo Msiza, the mother of a three-year-old girl who was allegedly molested by a Pakistani natio...
Who killed Mbali? Siyabuswa woman found stabbed and locked in her room
Police are investigating the mysterious brutal killing and need your help A 31-year-old woman, Mbali Mahlangu from Siyab...
EFF leads call for justice as bail denied for police sergeant in wife’s murder
EMALAHLENI – The Economic Freedom Fighters’ (EFF) Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Desk in Mpumalanga has rallie...
EFF leads call for justice as bail denied for police sergeant in wife's murder
EMALAHLENI – The Economic Freedom Fighters; (EFF) Gender-Based Violence and Femicide Desk in Mpumalanga has rallied supp...
Arts
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From security guard to community champion: Mandla Kunene uses poetry to inspire change
Delmas creative blends design, music and business to uplift community
Delmas creative Tebogo Goodwill Lekhuleng, also known as Kenart King, is using design, music and business to create oppo...
Tweefontein’s young shadow artist turns light into emotion
In Thembisile Hani Local Municipality Tweefontein D, 21-year-old shadow artist Lesego Asanda Bianca Mnisi is using light...
A young artist brings stories to life through art
Phola – At just 27 years old, Siphesihle Templeton Jiyane has turned a simple pencil into a voice of hope, emotion and t...
Echoes of the past unite generations as MEC Mabuza urges universities, scholars to bring history closer to communities
KwaMhlanga– The Mpumalanga Department of Culture, Sport and Recreation hosted the 11th Annual Oral History Conference at...
Phola youth auditions for a Netflix series
Phola– A wave of excitement was buzzing in the air in surrounding areas of Phola as aspiring actors flocked to Makause C...
Competitions
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From Delmas to the World Stage: Thandolwethu Mnisi’s journey to Peru
Mnisi seeks financial support for travel, accommodation and preparation for Peru pageant
Delmas superfan “Dube 22” in running for Mpumalanga Sport Awards
Arts take centre stage as Mpumalanga youth compete in talent showcase
DELMAS – The Hope of the Hopeless, and Rise Mpumalanga Talent (RMT) joined forces to host an inspiring talent showcase,...
Banele Ngwenya triumphs at eMalahleni’s 6th annual spelling bee competition
EMALAHLENI – Eleven year-old Banele Ngwenya, grade 5 learner from Nelson Ngubeni Primary School, spelt her way to...
Mpumelelo secondary learners win big in in prestigious JSE investment contest
KwaNdebele – The learners of Mpumelelo Secondary School in Goederede in the Thembisile Hani municipally, walked aw...
Face of Emalahleni 2024 Crowns Emihle “Emza” Sanela
Emalahleni witnessed a dazzling celebration on October 19, 2024, at The Ridge, where Emihle “Emza” Sanela was crowned th...
Crime
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Mabethe and Masuku murder case postponed to 20 November
Family demands answers after decomposing body found in locked room in Lynnville
Nkangala GBV cases rise as Witbank and KwaMhlanga remain the main hotspots
From left: Khuluma Ndoda Ungathuli deputy chairperson Peter Vilane, Nkangala District Municipality Speaker Cllr Kabelo B...
Three arrested over alleged R1.8 million SARS fraud in Mpumalanga
Seven-year manhunt ends with arrest in Mpumalanga police killing case
R21,55 million recovered after Middelburg company falls victim to banking scam
Editors Pick
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MTPA reflects on Meetings Africa investment and gains for local tourism businesses
Pan African Tourism Board visits Mpumalanga’s growing reputation as a destination for business events, incentive travel...
Young entrepreneurs secure R3.6m to break into tourism industry
MPUMALANGA – The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, in collaboration with the National Youth Development Ag...
TS Galaxy fans react as Kabini departs for Norwegian side Molde FK
TWEEFONTEIN – A 21-year-old soccer player, Samukelo Kabini, has left South Africa’s TS Galaxy FC to join the Norwegian t...
Mpumalanga R66 billion budget for 2025/26 focuses on jobs, infrastructure, and social services
MPUMALANGA — The province’s MEC for Finance, Bonakele Majuba, presented the province’s R66.2 billion budget for 20...
Mpumalanga SAPS boosted with 74 new vehicles to fight crime
MIDDELBURG – Mpumalanga’s top cop says adding more police vehicles will shorten response times in combating crime...
Mpumalanga premier urges unity and innovation to address economic challenges
MPUMALANGA – At the Post-Budget Breakfast Meeting on March 19, 2025, Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu addressed th...
Events
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Mabuza launches 11th Mpumalanga Cultural Xperience
Mpumalanga MEC for Culture, Sport and Recreation Leah Mabuza during the launch of the 11th Mpumalanga Cultural Xperience...
Beku ngana bususwa benyawo embizweni yomnyanya weZikhakhazise Nges'khenu 3.0
NkAMA shines spotlight on hidden talent and local champions
Mayor Ngwenya appeals to MEC Leah Mabuza and business to back NkAMA
Appeal for support: Nkangala District Executive Mayor Thomas Ngwenya has appealed to MEC for Culture, Sport and Recreati...
Highveld Chronicle sets sight on greater community impact in next 10 years – Dlakude
Tears of joy: An emotional Mfanzile Dlakude says the next 10 years for Highveld Chronicle will focus on making a greater...
Steam returns as Liberty Coal powers the Great Train Race
The iconic Katryn Class 12F 3117 returned to the Great Train Race for Charity after more than a decade, powered by coal...
Health
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Couple arrested as 200 people found at unregistered rehab centre
Health department takes heart health message to Thembisile Hani
Mpumalanga Health MEC Sasekani Manzini engages with residents on heart health, the importance of regular screenings and...
KwaPhahla woman receives oxygen machine after years of breathing difficulties
Speaker Jonas Boshomane says the donation was not politically motivated but aimed at giving back to the community
Methadone pilot tests opioid treatment at Ezinambeni clinic as families demand more support
Toddler's hospital ordeal under investigation
Mother alleges Bernice Samuel Hospital referred child to clinic without examination
New Troya Clinic brings healthcare closer to rural communities
Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu cuts the ribbon during the official opening of the Troya Clinic in Dr JS Moroka on Tues...
Investigative
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Daybreak practitioners consider recovery of alleged R135 million
Delmas water crisis is man-made while VKLM’s over half a billion debt mounts
About five surrounding communities — Botleng, Sundra, Eloff, Rietkol, and Delpark — have had to endure weeks of unreliab...
Liberty Coal vindicated as FSCA finds no evidence of wrongdoing
SOUTH AFRICA – Liberty Coal has welcomed the findings of the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA), which support it...
R91k laptop probe nears end, government slams EFF
MPUMALANGA – The investigation into the controversial R2 million laptop deal by the Mpumalanga Department of Education i...
Hawks probe allegations of fraud in Mpumalanga Agriculture department
MBOMBELA – The Hawks have launched an investigation into alleged fraud and corruption within the Mpumalanga Depart...
Badenhorst murder and attempted murder trial moves to high court as investigators seek second suspect
DELMAS – The murder and attempted murder case involving Wessel Badenhorst has been postponed to January 15, 2025, and tr...
Local Heros
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Touch of Life Foundation donates two wheelchairs to Middelburg residents
Sunday, 15 March 2026, the Touch of Life Foundation donated its first two wheelchairs to beneficiaries in Middelburg an...
Phumelela learners empowered with dignity and nutrition packs
MIDDELBURG – In commemoration of Youth Month, the Steve Tshwete Municipality, in collaboration with Blue Ribbon, extende...
Innocent Victim Centre brings hope to vulnerable children, appeals for more support
PHOLA – The Innocent Victim Centre was founded by Sibongile Jele in 2021 after she witnessed a heartbreaking case of chi...
National
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ANC’s renewed commitment and plan to grow businesses, create jobs and improve lives
Explorare Deum marks Child Protection Week with safety lessons for learners
Children at Explorare Deum Homeschool Learning Space in Delmas marked National Child Protection Week with lessons on saf...
ConCourt tells Parliament to go back and deal with Phala Phala
ConCourt orders Parliament to reconsider Phala Phala report, declaring Rule 129I(3) unconstitutional and raising stakes...
Ramaphosa announces 04 November 2026 for local government elections
IEC urges eligible South Africans to register or update details ahead of June weekend, reminding voters they can only vo...
Mpumalanga eyes global tourism growth at WTM Africa 2026
Mpumalanga is set to take centre stage at the World Travel Market (WTM) Africa 2026.
Exxaro, Eskom sign long-term coal supply deal to secure energy and jobs
Exxaro Resources and Eskom have signed a new long-term coal supply agreement aimed at securing stable electricity gener...
News feature
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Beyond the music: Stoz’s journey from childhood ambition to self-discovery
Sheroes Women’s Expo invites women entrepreneurs to exhibit in eMalahleni
Nyiko Mashego finds her voice through leadership programme
From scrap to robotics: Shabane builds robot inspired by grandmother
From door-to-door meat sales to national agricultural nomination
From taxi rank to big screen: Middelburg drama series Taxi Affair set for live launch
Middelburg-born creator Gustav Mhlanga says his new drama series 'Taxi Affair', set to launch live at Mhluzi Ext 5 Taxi...
People
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From football champions to a bigger community vision
Delmas student seeks R40,000 to represent South Africa at international youth forum
March and March alleges threats during business inspections
March and March convenor Sifiso Masemola says the movement is facing resistance in the Steve Tshwete CBD, with some busi...
Mashabela challenges MHRF expulsion after disciplinary committee recommends reinstatement
Cindy Mashabela says she never received the minutes of the meeting at which she was expelled and has since lodged an app...
From security guard to community champion: Mandla Kunene uses poetry to inspire change
Politics
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‘Until Jesus comes back’ — ANC's political dominance threatened in Nkangala
SDP wins five wards in Victor Khanye as party makes its mark across Mpumalanga
More parties, tougher contest as election countdown begins
MHRF leader Jomo Segage addresses SACP leaders during the Conference of the Left in Middelburg, where he said his party...
Delmas men urged to rethink fatherhood
‘Being a man of character means being true to the principles with which you were raised’ – Motau, SDP National Coordinat...
SACP will not retaliate as ANC removes SACP-linked deployees in Mpumalanga
Provincial
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R1.1 million Dis-Chem investment enables nearly 3 000 bedside scans in Mpumalanga
The R1.1 million Dis-Chem-funded ultrasound programme has enabled 2 865 bedside scans across five Mpumalanga public hosp...
013 Summerblaze celebrates five years of entertainment and economic impact
Operation Shanela II leads to 1,108 arrests across Mpumalanga
DARDLEA applauds unsung heroes of agriculture
MEC Khethiwe Moeketsi (middle, back row) with winners of the 2026 Provincial Extension and Advisory Summit and Awards at...
NCOP Week puts Mpumalanga communities at centre as Legislature gears up for TLP
Mpumalanga backs green MSMEs to create jobs
Mpumalanga Green Cluster Agency Enterprise Development Officer Samukelisiwe Chirwa addresses guests during the 2026 Mpum...
Schools
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Explorare Deum marks Child Protection Week with safety lessons for learners
Children at Explorare Deum Homeschool Learning Space in Delmas marked National Child Protection Week with lessons on saf...
Phezukomkhono brings smiles with school shoes donation
DELMAS – In a heart-warming gesture, non-profit organisation Phezukomkhono donated school shoes to 40 learners at Mdumis...
MEC Speedy Mashilo pledges infrastructure support for Elukhanyisweni secondary
EMALAHLENI – Mpumalanga Department of Co-operative Governance and Traditional Affairs (CoGTA) MEC, Speedy Mashilo,...
Z.i sisters kick off school shoe initiative, more schools to benefit
EMALAHLENI – For many children, a pair of school shoes is more than just footwear—it’s a step toward confidence, dignity...
eMalahleni mayor Nhlapho goes back to school
EMALAHLENI – eMalahleni mayor Vusi Nhlapho has made the inspiring decision to go back to school. Not just any school, bu...
social
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Mabuza launches 11th Mpumalanga Cultural Xperience
Mpumalanga MEC for Culture, Sport and Recreation Leah Mabuza during the launch of the 11th Mpumalanga Cultural Xperience...
Siyabuswa expo puts Ndebele culture and local tourism in the spotlight
Ndebele activist and businessman Thando Mahlangu (in traditional attire) engages with jazz musician Zodwa Mabena, isiNde...
NkAMA shines spotlight on hidden talent and local champions
Highveld Chronicle sets sight on greater community impact in next 10 years – Dlakude
Tears of joy: An emotional Mfanzile Dlakude says the next 10 years for Highveld Chronicle will focus on making a greater...
Tourism Month in full swing: It’s time to explore Mpumalanga
Media tour showcases Mpumalanga’s tourism potential
Four Delmas residents begin journey to recovery after drug abuse intervention
Sports
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Youngsters FC crowned Shakes Rotating Tournament champions
Young football talent shines at eMalahleni tournament
Middelburg to host Steve Tshwete Boxing League launch
Former boxer and Boxing South Africa (BSA) Mpumalanga Provincial Manager Oupa Lubisi, pictured with Ilanga Boxing Promot...
Tourism
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Thembisile Hani Farmers Market boosts local farmers
Siyabuswa expo puts Ndebele culture and local tourism in the spotlight
Ndebele activist and businessman Thando Mahlangu (in traditional attire) engages with jazz musician Zodwa Mabena, isiNde...
Mahlalela urges tourism businesses to embrace digital technology
Mpumalanga Tourism Expo hailed a resounding success as it brings Tourism Month to a close
Radisson Hotel to Destiny Exclusive: The story behind the switch
Thembisile Hani tourism tour showcases hidden gems
Tourism Month in full swing: It’s time to explore Mpumalanga
Media tour showcases Mpumalanga’s tourism potential