Limpopo

SA’s Ramaphosa offers condolences after deadly Limpopo bus accident

(Photo by: Michael Makungo/SABC) South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep condolences to the governments and people of Zimbabwe and Malawi following a deadly bus accident near Makhado (formerly Louis Trichardt) in Limpopo on Sunday afternoon that claimed 42 lives. Presidential spokesperson Vincent Magwenya described the crash as a shared tragedy for South Africa and its neighbouring countries, saying the government stands ready to assist where possible. “This is […]

13 October, 2025

Oshiwambo

Ovakwashiwana ova Malawi nova Zimbabwe vaxulifila moshiponga sho bus

Ovanhu vefike po 40, mwa kwatelwa ovakwashiwana ova Malawi nova Zimbabwe ova xulifa pefimbo obus omo valimo yawa noku alangata mo South Africa. Ouministry woyeendifo moshilongo S.A nena owa lopota kutya obus pefimbo loshiningwanima oya hangwa ili molweendo okuya ko Zimbabwe, yawila lunga ee 90 kilometres (55 miles) okudja peengaba konima eshi omushingi anyengwa oku pangela osheendifo. Oo eli omunambelewa wopolifi elilepo shitopolwa sha Limpopo Violet Mathye, talombwele oikundaneki kutya […]

13 October, 2025

South Africa

Farm murder: Polokwane High Court begins trial in Limpopo pig-farm murder case

Photo: SABC The trial of pig farmer Zachariah Olivier (60), supervisor Rudolph de Wet (20), and farm worker William Musora (50) opened today in the Polokwane High Court. They stand accused of fatally shooting Maria Makgato (45) and Lucia Ndlovu (34) and dumping their bodies in a pigsty at Onvervaght farm in Sebayeng, Limpopo, in August last year. According to the SABC, the victims’ remains were discovered inside the pig […]

4 August, 2025

South Africa

In S.A, the DA Says Limpopo’s R1 Billion Digital Health Project Lacks Progress

In South Africa, the DA in Limpopo says over one-billion-rand has been spent on digitising medical files with no clear end in sight. The party has criticised the provincial Department of Health for the slow progress of the Veritas Digital contract, which has scanned files at only 64 of 523 facilities. The DA’s Lindy Wilson is calling for a review, urging that funds be redirected to address more pressing […]

25 February, 2025

South Africa

In South Africa, EFF Tells Ramaphosa To Focus on Phala Phala, Not Empty Promises

South Africa's EFF has called on president Cyril Ramaphosa to focus on his Phala Phala farm in Limpopo instead of making empty promises. Debating the state of the nation address, the party’s Omphile Maotwe argued urgent steps such as expropriating land without compensation and nationalising the South African Reserve Bank are needed:

13 February, 2025

South Africa

SA Police Minister Mchunu Condemns Government Corruption

S.A's Police minister Senzo Mchunu strongly condemns corruption and criminal activities by government officials. This follows a major crackdown on corruption at Lephalale Local Municipality in Limpopo. The operation has resulted in the arrest of 18 people, including municipal officials and a driving school owner. Police Ministry spokesperson Kamogelo Mogotsi says the suspects face charges relating to corruption, fraud, and violating the Road Traffic Act:

12 February, 2025

South Africa

S.A Police Arrest Over Thousands During Festive Season Operations

S.A's National police commissioner Fannie Masemola says a total of 244-thousand-952 suspects were arrested for various offences during police safer festive season operations between October last year and January this year across the county. Masemola was providing an update on SAPS nationwide safer festive season operations in Pretoria . Meanwhile, police have also seized more than 70-thousand counterfeit items valued at over 90-million-rand million and arrested 37 suspects of […]

3 February, 2025

Health / Medical

In S.A, Limpopo Health Department Urges Vigilance Amid Rising Malaria Cases

S.A's Department of Health in Limpopo urges residents to remain vigilant as malaria cases increase following recent rainfall. The department warns the wet conditions are ideal for breeding mosquitoes, which could lead to a spike in malaria infections. They are closely monitoring the situation and supporting affected communities. The department’s Neil Shikwambana urges people experiencing symptoms like fever and chills to seek medical attention promptly:

31 January, 2025

South Africa

S.A Transport Department Steps Up Crackdown on Overloaded Vehicles

In S.A, Limpopo's Department of Transport is intensifying its crackdown on overloaded vehicles during the festive season. Targeting the N1 route from Pienaarsrivier to Beitbridge, officials have screened over one-thousand-400 vehicles this month already. The department's spokesperson, Tidimalo Chuene, says drivers are urged to follow loading regulations:

20 December, 2024