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From Vezubuhle to the Mbombela stage: Samukelo Tala finishes second runner-up
Mr Mpumalanga 2026 second runner-up Samukelo Tala.
From survivor to activist: Abongile Mcoki's fight against GBV
From the streets of Ezinambeni in eMalahleni to national platforms addressing Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF),...
From audition stage to arts director: Black Child builds platform for Middelburg creatives
Given Boleu, founder and director of 1050-State, has built a platform that creates opportunities for young creatives in...
‘They’re gonna love you’: King Wanda’s journey from rejection to recognition
After years of rejection, failed auditions and self-doubt, entertainer King Wanda Gumede says the dream he carried as a...
Inside the Passau Scouts shaping young lives in eMalahleni NODICAH FUNDAMA
In KwaGuqa, a group of children gathers after school, forming small teams as they prepare for the day’s activities. Some...
Taking Stock at 97: Mr Kona’s legacy lives in his learners
Mr Andrew Kona, 97, former principal of Elukhanyisweni High School and former Mayor of KwaGuqa, thanks former learners f...
Machadodorp author celebrates full-house debut book launch
Local author Sandile Sibande (33) from Machadodorp marked the launch of his debut book, My Journey My Scars, with a full...
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 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...
Thato Mathunyane on a mission to revive his father’s vision for sports development
Doornkop All Blacks management and players pose for a photo before a game in Doornkop.
Turning personal scars into a story of resilience and hope
Gospel minister and self-taught author Sandile Sibande (33), has turned his personal struggles into a source of inspirat...
BREAKING NEWS
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Seven undocumented foreign nationals remain in custody after alleged illicit alcohol operation uncovered in Ogies
Veteran Delmas detective dies in head-on collision while on duty
‘Not just a protector of the public, but a man of profound honour who wore his uniform with unmatched pride.”- Mayor Bud...
Bail application in eMalahleni soccer coach molestation case postponed after third charge added
Any individual who commits an assault against our players is permanently banned from our leagues and held legally accoun...
IEC acts after voter registration controversy in Victor Khanye
Pensioner sentenced to life imprisonment for raping great-grandchild
The KwaMhlanga Regional Court has sentenced a 70-year-old pensioner to life imprisonment for the rape of his nine-year-o...
Mokoena defends stance on illegal immigration in social media video
Ben Mokoena, leader of Hope of Residents, says South African exiles were confined to camps during apartheid and that tod...
Isiko Lethu
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Ukutekateka komnotho
Ipilo yanamhlanje sele ikhuphukela ngendlela erarako. Sibabantu esiphila kileli phasi labobamkhulu, yoke into esiyenzako...
Ivunulo yomlobokokazi nasele endile
Umlobokazi nasele abuya esimanjeni wembatha ibhidi (yingubo ayembeswa ekhakwakhe nakavuniliswako) kuthi alakanise nombha...
Abantu engihlobene nabo
“Kghari ngibawa bonyana ungidlulisele isivalo sepoto.” Kutjho uMzwandile kuBahlezingaye. Kazi uBahlezingaye ngudwadwabo...
Professor Thuthukile Kabini is healing the nation through culture
Thembalethu – Professor Thuthukile Kabini, a healer and teacher, is one of South Africa’s most respected champions of he...
Five Ndebele traditional foods you should know
THEMBALETHU- Food is more than just something we eat, it carries stories, memories and culture. For our Ndebele grandpar...
Municipality
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Thembisile Hani Youth Connector links young entrepreneurs to funding and markets
NYDA representative William Mahlangu addresses young people during the Youth Connector session.
eMalahleni seniors compete for Golden Games district places
‘We must continue to look after our senior citizens and recognise the invaluable contribution they have made to society....
Steve Tshwete reduces tariff increases for most services in 2026/27
Residents in Middelburg and Mhluzi will see lower tariff increases on property rates, water and refuse removal from 01 J...
eMalahleni Career Expo inspires learners to pursue their dreams
Learners from schools across eMalahleni gathered at eMalahleni Resort on Wednesday, 03 June 2026, for a Career Expo host...
Thembisile Hani Local Municipality outlines service delivery priorities at IDP and Budget Indaba
Residents, government stakeholders and traditional leaders gathered at the Old Legislature Government Complex in KwaMhla...
Questions mount as communities brace for major water interruptions in Nkangala District
Communities across parts of Mpumalanga are bracing for possible water shortages as a large-scale maintenance programme i...
Business
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PepsiCo's Kgodiso Development Fund injects R600 million into agriculture and education
The Kgodiso Development Fund (KDF) launched its first Integrated Report at a business breakfast in Johannesburg on 25 Ma...
Land Bank and Agrimall partner with Thembisile Hani Municipality to educate farmers on farm insurance
TWEEFONTEIN — Residents and local farmers gathered at the Vezubuhle Community Hall on Wednesday, 27 May 2026, for a farm...
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...
Minister Gwede Mantashe officially opens Exxaro’s new Matla Mine 1 in Kriel, Ga-Nala
The official opening of Exxaro Resources’ new Matla Mine 1 operations in Kriel, Ga-Nala on 15 May 2026 has been hailed a...
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...
Nkangala Business Breakfast puts environmental and waste innovation on the agenda
MEC Calls for stronger public–private partnerships and compliance with environmental laws to drive climate resilience an...
Entertainment
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Youth urged to seize opportunities at Victor Khanye empowerment programme
youth from across Victor Khanye Local Municipality attended the youth empowerment programme at Sinethemba Hall, where th...
Delmas hosts inaugural theatre festival showcasing local talent
The inaugural Delmas Community Theatre Festival was held on Saturday, 14 March 2026 at the Simon Gondwe Sports Centre,...
Vukuzenzele’s early strikes lift them to third on the log
Delmas — Two first-half goals from Siphesihle Vilakazi were enough to propel Vukuzenzele into third place on the Victor...
Goalless Derby sees PJ Stars and Delpark United share spoils
Delmas —The Brazilians (PJ Stars) and Abafana Bomlando (Delpark United) were forced to settle for a share of points afte...
Old Medal Night Race lights up Steelcrest, promoting fitness and community spirit
Middelburg – The annual Old Medal Night Race returned to Steelcrest High School, Middelburg on 14 January 2026, drawing...
Maveli FC breaks record, winning Emalahleni Masters Football League title twice
Emalahleni — Maveli FC has claimed the Emalahleni Masters Football League title for a second consecutive year afte...
Community
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Delmas fun walk promotes youth development and unity
Residents accuse SAPS officers of misconduct during Middelburg raid
A residents' group has accused SAPS officers of misconduct during a joint operation in the Middelburg CBD, alleging that...
Hundreds take to the streets of Delmas demanding action from authorities
Hundreds of residents marched through Delmas on Thursday, 12 June 2026, in a peaceful demonstration led by the March and...
Thousands of boys head to initiation schools as winter season begins in Mpumalanga
Thousands of boys across Mpumalanga have begun attending initiation schools this winter as the provincial initiation sea...
Naledi and Lesedi residents caught between eviction threats and relocation promises
“We’ll see whether the department is sincere about its promises, or if it is advancing a party agenda”
PWUD Sector launches Harm Reduction and OAT Pilot Programme in eMalahleni
education
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Over 700 Bazani Primary learners benefit from textbook donation
More than 700 learners at Bazani Primary School in Botleng are set to benefit from a textbook donation by the Mkhwebane...
Nkangala TVET College Witbank Campus celebrates academic excellence
Nkangala TVET College recognised its top-performing students during the 2025 Academic Awards Ceremony held at the Civic...
Learners Recognised for Academic Excellence at Imemeza Secondary School
Education Remains the Most Reliable Path to a Better Future
Loveducation launches after-school support centre in Delmas to improve academic performance
Nkangala Mayoral Academic Awards celebrates top-performing learners
Machadodorp — The Emakhazeni Local Municipality hosted the District Mayoral Academic Awards on 23 January 2026 in Machad...
Steve Tshwete 2 Circuit Manager Daniel Makuse reveals strategies behind their impressive success
Middelburg – The Steve Tshwete 2 Circuit has consistently ridden high on success, proudly claiming the top spot in Nkang...
News
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Malawian and Zimbabwean nationals shelter at Middelburg taxi rank amid repatriation drive
Malawian and Zimbabwean nationals shelter at the Middelburg United Long Distance Taxi Association (MULDTA) taxi rank aft...
Government promises tighter enforcement of Immigration Act after eMalahleni march
March and March supporters gather outside the eMalahleni Municipal Offices on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, before handing over...
Portfolio Committee welcomes MTPA's Loskop Dam report, seeks clarity on key issues
The Portfolio Committee on Economic Development and Tourism has requested additional information from the Mpumalanga Tou...
Hlonipha Secondary receives classroom furniture boost
Gogo's fall exposes municipality's service delivery woes
Gogo Esther Mdluli, 74, of Extension 6 testifies at the Pre-TLP hearing in Mhluzi on 26 June 2026. She says a fall on a...
King Makhosonke II given a befitting final farewell after four decades of leadership
His Majesty King Makhosonke II Mabhena's daughters on the podium.
Local Business
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Youth urged to pursue economic empowerment through mining initiative
Greater eMalahleni Mining Revolution president Mandla Bothman addresses young people during the Youth Day commemoration...
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...
Langa Energy Suppliers is keeping eMalahleni lights on during power outages
eMalahleni — A locally owned solar engineering company, Langa Energy Supplies, is helping residents and businesses in eM...
M&N Realty Group impacting communities while reshaping property industry
Emalahleni — The Maila & Nkosi Realty Group (M&N Realty Group) based in Emalahleni is a fast-growing real estate...
Local stakeholders pray against Emalahleni’s GBV and substance abuse challenges
Emalahleni – Ward 17 Councillor Sizwe Mathebula and Kakaramba Foundation hosted an awareness campaign on 08 October 2025...
Women’s Day helps Kriel women to navigate challenges of motherhood and running a business
Kriel – For the community of Kriel Women’s Day was more than a commemoration; it became a vibrant celebration of hope, u...
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....
advertisement
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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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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...
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...
Mpumalanga premier calls for caution on Just Energy Transition
EMALAHLENI – Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu says the province must tread carefully with the Just Energy Transition (JE...
Gugu takes home a car as Mpumalanga’s matric top achiever
Gugu Libambo shines as Mpumalanga’s top learner, makes national top 10 list MIDDELBURG – Gugu Libambo from Mphanam...
Thembisile Hani Municipality prioritises water projects with major budget allocation
KWA-MHLANGA – With a commitment to addressing the water scarcity challenge facing the community, Thembisile Hani Municip...
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 rallied supp...
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...
Arts
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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...
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...
Middelburg youth celebrate heritage through indigenous games
MIDDELBURG – The Eastdene Sports Stadium came alive with vibrant traditional energy on Saturday, June 21, 2024, as resid...
Delmas’ Mish Mosh turns passion into creative success
Delmas -In the heart of Delmas, Botleng Extension 3, lies a treasure trove of artistic talent. Mandla Daniel Masuku...
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
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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Delmas firearm-pointing accused remains in custody pending bail hearing
Warada Jenna Guye appeared in the Delmas Magistrate’s Court on 17 June 2026 following his arrest a day earlier in connec...
Two men appear in court over 2023 Delmas murder
Xolani Boy Masuku and Samuel Mthokozisi Mabethe appeared before the Delmas Magistrate’s Court on Monday, 25 May, in conn...
Police rescue 18 boys from alleged illegal initiation school in Vosman
Police have rescued 18 minors from an alleged illegal initiation school in Vosman near eMalahleni and arrested a 51-year...
‘I am a man of God’: Joe ‘Ferrari’ Sibanyoni and co-accused granted R70 000 bail in extortion case
DELMAS — Mpumalanga businessman and taxi boss Joe “Ferrari” Sibanyoni and his co-accused have been granted bail of R70 0...
Two suspects arrested over 2023 Delmas murder
Two suspects wanted in connection with the 2023 murder of Sibongiseni Sithole in Delmas have been arrested following a p...
Editors Pick
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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...
MEC MOEKETSI URGES NPOS TO ACCOUNT FOR EVERY CENT IN FUNDING
MIDDELBURG – Mpumalanga Social Development MEC Khethiwe Moeketsi has urged non-profit organisations (NPOs) receiving fun...
Events
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KwaThando Care Centre promotes inclusion for children with disabilities
Parents, children and various stakeholders gathered to celebrate the successful Child Protection Fun Run Awareness event...
Kota Festival set to boost local economy as it returns to eMalahleni
The return of the Mpumalanga Kota Festival to eMalahleni is expected to provide a significant boost to the local economy...
Mpumalanga Action Movement gala dinner strengthens public and private partnership
Middelburg — The Mpumalanga Action Movement (MAM) brought together business and government leaders to discuss ente...
Kriel Picnic Festival brings life back to our town
Kriel – The Springboks Rugby Field in Kriel came alive with music, laughter and the smell of sizzling boerewors on 25 Oc...
SoGutjhe Royal House boosts local businesswomen with equipment
Phola– The SoGutjhe women from the community of Phola hosted their 4th annual Women’s Day celebration at Makause Combine...
Ministers de Lille, Sotyu and MEC Sidell embrace local voices in shaping tourism direction
Ga-Morwe – Tourism Minister Patricia de Lille, Deputy Minister Maggie Sotyu and Economic Development and Tourism MEC Jes...
Health
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Hundreds of livestock vaccinated against foot-and-mouth disease
Blame placed on healthcare failures after teen dies outside clinic, calls made for improved emergency response
“I saw her early in the morning when I was going to buy bread. She was shaking and falling. I ran home to call my mother...
Mpumalanga takes bold stand in fight against TB and HIV/AIDS
The Mpumalanga Provincial Government reaffirmed its commitment to combating tuberculosis (TB) and HIV/AIDS during the Wo...
Suspected toxic snacks leave Mhluzi learners vomiting blood
The Mpumalanga health department says it is waiting for the results of samples sent to a laboratory to determine if the...
Mental health remains SA’s biggest silent killer among youth
Siyabuswa — Limited access to care, poverty and violence are putting immense pressure on the mental health of youth in S...
Glencore Coal and SANCB help thousands with free eye care treatment
Emalahleni – Thousands of residents in Emalahleni can now look forward to a brighter future, thanks to the ongoing partn...
Investigative
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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...
Six learners killed in Middelburg bus-train collision; bus driver’s sobriety in question
MIDDELBURG – The driver’s sobriety is under scrutiny following the tragic collision between a bus and a train that resul...
R112 million in NSFAS payments recovered following SIU investigation
SOUTH AFRICA – Deputy Minister of Higher Education and Training, Dr. Mimmy Gondwe, has commended the successful re...
Local Heros
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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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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.
Youth road accidents cost SA over 100 billion, MP DCSSL is taking an initiative to teach young people to do better
EMALAHLENI – South Africa loses more than 12,000 lives each year to road crashes, with young people making up just over...
Mining affected communities resist MPRDA amendments centralising power into government and companies
The Mining Affected Communities United in Action (MACUA), which organises communities across the country, marched to dif...
MEC Leah Mabuza welcomes Team SA to World Gold Panning Championships in Spain
SPAIN – MEC for Culture, Sport and Recreation, Leah Mabuza, is proudly representing Mpumalanga and South Africa on...
‘The Cat’, DD Mabuza leaves behind a legacy marked by influence and controversy
MPUMALANGA – On the afternoon of Thursday, 03 July, South Africans and the world at large received the news that D...
News feature
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From security guard to community champion: Mandla Kunene uses poetry to inspire change
From Vezubuhle to the Mbombela stage: Samukelo Tala finishes second runner-up
Mr Mpumalanga 2026 second runner-up Samukelo Tala.
From survivor to activist: Abongile Mcoki's fight against GBV
From the streets of Ezinambeni in eMalahleni to national platforms addressing Gender-Based Violence and Femicide (GBVF),...
From audition stage to arts director: Black Child builds platform for Middelburg creatives
Given Boleu, founder and director of 1050-State, has built a platform that creates opportunities for young creatives in...
‘They’re gonna love you’: King Wanda’s journey from rejection to recognition
After years of rejection, failed auditions and self-doubt, entertainer King Wanda Gumede says the dream he carried as a...
Inside the Passau Scouts shaping young lives in eMalahleni NODICAH FUNDAMA
In KwaGuqa, a group of children gathers after school, forming small teams as they prepare for the day’s activities. Some...
People
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Youth Day hike encourages eMalahleni youth to pursue education and positive choices
Young people take part in a Youth Day hike organised by the Ambassadors of Christ Apostolic Church at eMalahleni Resort.
Women leading Mpumalanga tourism sector unite to push for more inclusivity
Mbombela— Mpumalanga women from across the tourism sector gathered at Hotel 247 in White River on 20 August under the ba...
Politics
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EFF to fill vacant council seats after councillors leave party
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Steve Tshwete is preparing to fill two vacant proportional representation (PR) co...
MHRF confirms Jomo Segage as mayoral candidate
Middelburg and Hendrina Residents Front (MHRF) has announced its chairperson, Jomo Segage, as its mayoral candidate for...
Mandla Msibi finds new political home in Service Delivery Party, public reaction divided
Former African National Congress (ANC) provincial treasurer Mandla Msibi has found a new political home after officially...
MK party queries MDB impartiality after official shares DA poster
ANC urges MDB to uphold impartiality and protect public trust ahead of elections, ‘ Officials cannot be seen to favour a...
IQZ unveils manifesto ahead of local government elections in Middelburg
Newly established political party Impuquko Ezweni Lethu (IQZ) has called on residents of Middelburg to take control of t...
Former Steve Tshwete mayor drops ANC for Service Delivery Party
Former Steve Tshwete Local Municipality mayor Diphale Motsepe has officially joined the newly formed Service Delivery Pa...
Provincial
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30 JUNE MARCH: Government, organisers agree on peaceful single provincial march
25 199 young Mpumalanga voters register ahead of local government elections
25 199 voters under 21 registered during the IEC weekend, incl. 2 680 under-18s. The Electoral Commission also announced...
Mpumalanga safety department exceeds revenue target by R100 million
The struggle against crime must become a societal movement,” the MEC told the legislature during the 2026/27 Budget Vote...
Youth Parliament calls for more than 30% youth allocation
Delegates at the 2026 Mpumalanga Youth Parliament have challenged government to move beyond the 30% procurement and empl...
Mpumalanga intensifies fight against GBVF as leaders push for action beyond promises
Mpumalanga Premier Mandla Ndlovu has called for stronger accountability and improved victim support services in the figh...
Mpumalanga crime data raises alarm over murder and sexual offenses
Nkangala continues to dominate vehicle hijacking statistics despite an overall drop in serious crime and car theft
Schools
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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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Dynamic duo DJ Bozo and ChefGravel ignite eMalahleni’s nightlife scene
eMalahleni– In a city where the nightlife is fueled by vibrant rhythms and passionate crowds, two names stand out: Bozo...
Sports
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TS Galaxy to host PSL matches at Solomon Mahlangu Stadium under THLM agreement
THEMBISILE HANI – Thembisile Hani Local Municipality (THLM) has signed a hosting agreement with Premier Soccer League (P...
Makubephi F.C. complete unbeaten 30-match season to win Ezinambeni LFA Zonal League title
Makubephi F.C. celebrate their historic Ezinambeni LFA Zonal League title after defeating Mighty Rangers F.C. 1-0 on 28...
Bafana reach World Cup knockout stage for first time
Mokoena’s late penalty keeps Bafana Bafana’s World Cup hopes alive
South Africa kept their FIFA World Cup hopes alive after Teboho Mokoena’s late penalty secured a 1-1 draw against the Cz...
Mpumalanga football administrator joins COSAFA executive
From the football structures of Mpumalanga to the leadership ranks of regional football, Linda Zwane says his appointmen...
Tourism
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KLCBT leads tourism growth conversations at Mpumalanga conference
The Kruger Lowveld Chamber of Business and Tourism (KLCBT) brought together tourism leaders, business stakeholders, gove...
MTPA, Limpopo launch joint winter tourism campaign
The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) and Limpopo Tourism Agency (LTA) officially launched their joint Winter C...
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...
Thembisile Hani urges municipalities to invest in tourism marketing after Indaba success
As nearly 10 000 delegates, over 1 000 hosted and non-hosted buyers from 44 countries and more than 1 100 exhibitors fro...
Mpumalanga mandate fulfilled, tourism opportunities unlocked at Indaba
Mpumalanga’s participation at the 2026 Africa’s Travel Indaba has been positioned as a strategic move to attract investm...
Mpumalanga eyes tourism partnerships and investment at Africa’s Travel Indaba
The province’s attendance at the Indaba should be viewed as a deliberate economic intervention aimed at positioning Mpum...