Innholdsfortegnelse for 2025-12-19 i DFA News

WHAT began as a modest display of a few strings of lights has blossomed into Kimberley’s most celebrated festive showcase. Each evening, residents and visitors flock to 7 Bridge Street in Monument Heights to marvel at the dazzling Christmas lights that now cover the entire house and garden. The tradition traces back to Graham Andrews, who first strung up lights many years ago for his young granddaughter. Although she has since grown up and moved away, Andrews has kept the spirit alive, expanding the display annually. Featuring thousands of LED bulbs, the lights have become a beloved annual event for the Kimberley community. Preparing the spectacle is no small feat – it takes roughly a month to install the lights and another month to take them down. The lights will…

LET ME tell you, if someone had whispered in my ear at the start of 2025 that the Suzuki Griquas would lift the Currie Cup trophy, I would have smiled politely, patted them on the back, and quietly walked away. No disrespect intended, but after 55 years even my optimism had waned. Anyway, that’s how long Kimberley waited. That’s how long the peacock blue-and-white faithful held on to a dream that, for many, had faded into folklore. And then, on that September afternoon at Ellis Park, George Whitehead stepped up with ice in his veins and slotted a long-range penalty deep into stoppage time to seal a famous 27-25 victory over the Fidelity ADT Lions. The Griquas were Currie Cup champions once more. That victory rippled through the Northern Cape…

HULL Street Theatre is adding a dash of extra sparkle to the festive season in Kimberley with its beloved Christmas by Candlelight sing-along show on December 22, from 6pm to 8pm. This year’s edition promises more than just carols and candlelight: Father Christmas himself will wander the theatre grounds, greeting youngsters with warm, witty cheer and handing out the kind of laughter that only a "winter wonderland" can inspire. According to the theatre’s programme, Father Christmas will greet children, share jokes and spread holiday cheer, while the elf – perched on stilts – will tower over the audience, peek over shoulders and playfully check who has been naughty or nice. In a new “peek into 2026” segment, the pair will invite youngsters to share their hopes, wishes and ideas for…

EFF STUDENT and community activist Tebogo Kaulela intends to petition on behalf of cash-strapped residents in the Sol Plaatje municipal area, calling for households to be allowed to purchase electricity directly from Eskom. The sale of electricity is the local municipality’s largest source of income. Kaulela, a Unisa student, said living conditions in Kimberley had become “increasingly challenging” due to high electricity tariffs, sewage spills, poor water quality and spiralling crime. He said the petition, which has attracted 79 signatures so far, will be handed over early next year. “We encourage the community to join hands in the fight for service delivery and affordable living costs. Round-table discussions will be held with religious leaders, local businesses, trade unions and anti-crime organisations,” he said. Kaulela has also convinced the Madlanga Commission…

A STAND-OFF has developed between a group of mining companies following a failed mining exercise near Barkly West, during which equipment was seized and is being held as surety. SAPS Northern Cape spokesperson Warrant Officer Molefi Shemane this week confirmed that the Barkly West Detectives Unit is investigating a fraud case that was opened on October 18. “No arrests have been made at this stage and investigations are ongoing,” Shemane said. The dispute stems from a joint venture involving Meem Mining, Lephomo Minerals and Ogle Enterprises, which partnered with consultant Blue Noze Resources to process diamond tailings at the Simolotse Mine using a pan-based washing plant. The director of Ogle Enterprises said he and his busi ness partner, Meem Mining, invested about R430,000 after being approached by Blue Noze Resources…

JABULANI Mlaba, a lucky guest at Flamingo Casino in Kimberley, has won a brand-new Toyota Vitz valued at R178,800 in the Lucky 13 Cash Quest promotion. The best part? The car is set to be an early Christmas gift for his wife, making this festive season an unforgettable one for the family. With just three points earned over the three-month promotion, Mlaba beat the odds and walked away with the grand prize. “She truly deserves this surprise,” he said, beaming with excitement. “I can’t wait to see the smile on her face.” The Lucky 13 Cash Quest promotion, which ran from September to November, required guests to earn just three points to qualify. Flamingo Casino congratulated the Mlaba family and thanked all participants for making the promotion a success. As…