Magazine Issues

July 2026

Highveld Chronicle Issue 378

July 2026

Highveld Chronicle Issue 377

July 2026

Highveld Chronicle Issue 376

June 2026

Highveld Chronicle Issue 375

June 2026

Highveld Chronicle Issue 374

Here are the very short summaries of the stories in Highveld Chronicle Issue 374: 1. King Makhosonke II Farewell – Thousands gathered in KwaMhlanga to bid farewell to King Makhosonke II after 40 years of leadership. A tribute poem honoured the late King Makhosonke II. 2. Safety Department Budget – Mpumalanga's safety department exceeded its revenue target by R100 million and received a R2.35 billion budget for 2026/27 to strengthen safety, road traffic enforcement and infrastructure protection. 3. Pensioner Jailed for Life – A 70-year-old man was sentenced to life imprisonment for raping his nine-year-old great-grandchild. 4. Steve Tshwete Tariffs – Residents will receive some relief as most municipal tariff increases have been reduced. 5. Delmas Firearm Case – Warada Jenna Guye remains in custody after appearing in court over an alleged firearm-pointing incident. 6. Youth Celebration Activites Youth Day a) Prayer Rally – Service Delivery Party's highlighted unemployment, service delivery and community unity. b) Mining Initiative for Youth – Greater eMalahleni Mining Revolution aims to help over 250 young people access opportunities in the coal value chain. C) Youth Day Hike – Church youth in eMalahleni used a hiking event to promote education, faith and positive choices. 7. NkAMA Workshops – Information-sharing workshops for artists, creatives and sports teams across Nkangala were announced.

June 2026

Highveld Chronicle Issue 373

• King Makhosonke II Passes Away – Mpumalanga and the nation are mourning the passing of AmaNdebele King Makhosonke II, who led the AmaNdebele akwaManala for 40 years. • Youth Parliament Calls for More Than 30% – Young leaders challenged government to increase youth economic participation beyond the current 30% allocation target. • R1.4 Billion Budget for Economic Growth – Mpumalanga's Economic Development and Tourism Department unveiled a R1.4 billion budget focused on tourism recovery, job creation, industrial growth and renewable energy. • Premier Declares War on Corruption – Premier Mandla Ndlovu pledged stronger anti-corruption measures, better oversight and tougher action against fraud in government. • GCIS Encourages Youth Participation – Nkangala TVET students were encouraged to register to vote and actively participate in democracy during a Youth Month activation. • Hundreds March in Delmas – Residents marched through Delmas demanding action on crime, immigration compliance, by-law enforcement and public safety concerns. • Murder Accused Denied Bail – Two men accused in the killing of Sibongiseni Sithole were denied bail and remain in custody pending further court proceedings. • Residents Accuse SAPS of Misconduct – A Middelburg residents' group alleged police misconduct and assault during a community-led operation, with IPID now investigating. • 700 Learners Benefit from Textbook Donation – The Mkhwebane Foundation donated textbooks to Bazani Primary School in Botleng, benefiting more than 700 learners. • Child Protection Week Observed in Delmas – Explorare Deum Homeschool Learning Space hosted safety awareness activities with SAPS and security officials. • Bafana Bafana Urged to Regroup – South Africans were encouraged to continue supporting Bafana Bafana after their 2-0 FIFA World Cup opening defeat to Mexico. • Nkangala Arts & Music Awards Launched – The Nkangala District Municipality and Highveld Chronicle announced the launch of the Nkangala Arts & Music Awards to celebrate and promote local talent.