MBOMBELA – Hundreds of livestock have died across the province following a severe cold spell that has swept through the province and much of the country this week. Preliminary assessments by the Department of Agriculture, Rural Development, Land and Environmental Affairs (DARDLEA) as of Thursday, 13 August 2026, recorded mortalities…
MBOMBELA- A 15 years’ direct sentence was handed to Given Smiso Nkosi (38) by the Nelspruit Regional Court for the attempted murder of street vendor, Emelinah Mdlovu. This if following an attack that occurred on January 24 this year in White River, where Mdlovu was selling vetkoeks at her stall.…
PILGRIM’S REST- An operation aimed at disrupting illicit mining activities led to the arrest of 24 suspects between 29 July to date. Of the 24 suspects arrested, 12 were arrested for offences relating to illegal mining, while one suspect faces charges of assaulting police officers and resisting arrest. A further…
Following ongoing rainfall experienced in most parts of the country, including Mpumalanga, the MEC for Community Safety, Security and Liaison, Jackie Macie has urged motorists to remain on high alert when driving in these conditions. Wet and icy conditions on tarred roads make them slippery and difficult to drive on.…
This Women’s Month, the spotlight is on women taking up roles in conservation, a field that has traditionally been dominated by men. For those working in the field, protecting wildlife comes with its own demands, risks and responsibilities. Among them is 31-year-old Nothando Mazibuko, a Security Environmental Monitor at Songimvelo…
The South African Weather Service (SAWS) has issued weather warnings for parts of the country, with conditions expected to bring hazardous travel, particularly over mountainous areas and along affected road networks. Government urges members of the public to remain vigilant and exercise extreme caution as severe winter weather, including heavy…
BETHAL- President Cyril Ramaphosa has commended Seriti Green for bringing the Ummbila Emoyeni Wind Farm into commercial operation, calling it a clear sign that South Africa’s Just Energy Transition is being delivered through practical action. Addressing guests on Friday July 31 , the President said the project with more than…
MBOMBELA- A 30 years’ direct imprisonment was imposed on Zakhele John Mbuli (40) by the Mpumalanga Division of the High Court for the brutal murder of his girlfriend, Lindiwe Julia Maseko. Mbuli pleaded guilty to the offence and was subsequently convicted of murder after the court heard that in March…
The Mpumalanga International Film Festival (MIFF) is proud to announce the successful completion of its 2026 Biodiversity Storytelling Incubation Programme. This marks a significant milestone in empowering emerging filmmakers, while fostering environmental awareness through storytelling. It was held at the Manyeleti Game Reserve and brought together 10 aspiring filmmakers who…
MIDDELBURG- Former police officer, Sergeant Sello Milla (41) was sentenced by the Middelburg Regional Court today for corruption. The conviction stems from an undercover operation conducted between 2018 and 2019 by the Hawks’ Nelspruit based Serious Corruption Investigation (SCI) in collaboration with the Road Traffic Management Corporation (RTMC) and Crime…