Highveld Chronicle Issue 372
Highveld Chronicle Issue 372 (05 June 2026) – Brief Story Summaries Victor Khanye Reserves 40% for Youth-Owned Businesses Victor Khanye Local Municipality announced that 40% of local economic opportunities will be reserved for youth-owned businesses, supported by a R5 million SMME development fund. eMalahleni Career Expo Inspires Learners Learners attended a career expo where leaders and professionals encouraged them to pursue education, leadership and future career opportunities. Thembisile Hani Men Encouraged to Speak Out A men's workshop focused on mental health, responsible fatherhood, financial wellbeing and addressing gender-based violence. KwaThando Care Centre Promotes Disability Inclusion A Child Protection Fun Run raised awareness about disability inclusion and support for children living with disabilities. MTPA and Limpopo Launch Winter Tourism Campaign Mpumalanga and Limpopo tourism agencies launched a joint campaign to boost visitor numbers and strengthen regional tourism. March and March Draws Over 1 500 Participants Residents marched in eMalahleni demanding stronger action against illegal immigration and greater protection of township economies. Family Questions Justice After Missing Docket The Magagula family expressed frustration after a murder case was struck off the roll due to a missing docket before being re-enrolled later the same day. Roots Delmas Employees Protest Over Salaries Workers blocked the removal of stock from the closed store while demanding answers on unpaid salaries, severance pay and benefits. Life Sentence for Rape Conviction A Middelburg man was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping his former partner, with the court emphasising the fight against GBV. Mother Opens Assault Case After Child Allegedly Slapped A Delmas mother opened a common assault case after her eight-year-old daughter was allegedly assaulted during a dispute at a local shop. NkAMA Launch Announced The Nkangala Arts & Music Awards (NkAMA) were introduced to celebrate, recognise and elevate local talent across the district. Editorial: No Money Has Ever Left the Earth The editorial encourages readers to seek opportunities and remain optimistic during difficult economic times.
