EMALAHLENI – In a significant stride towards addressing the escalating issue of violence in Mpumalanga, the Department of Health, in collaboration with the University of South Africa (UNISA) and the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC), recently convened a colloquium focused on advancing the 2030 Violence Prevention Agenda. The gathering highlighted the need for enhanced…
DELMAS – Delly Sithole and Ivy Hlongwane hosted a women’s seminar at Moya’s Kona, focusing on empowering women through self-love and personal growth, on August 10, 2024,. As this was their inaugural seminar, the team plans to make it an annual event during Women’s Month in August. The aim of the event was to unite…
PHOLA -The Early Childhood Development (ECD) Highveld Forum Association hosted an exceptional Women’s Day event, commemorating the remarkable strength and unwavering commitment of women capable of nurturing over 50 children. The event spotlighted the invaluable contributions of these women to the community and emphasized the significance of early childhood development. On August 07, 2024, the…
eMalahleni – Lynville Stadium in eMalahleni was bustling with anticipation as Mpumalanga and Eswatini came together to co-host the Red Card for GBV soccer tournament on August 3, 2024. This event transcended mere soccer; it stood as a formidable endeavour aimed at raising awareness about gender-based violence (GBV) within communities. The tournament featured an exciting…
eMalahleni – The Face of Emalahleni beauty pageant is commemorating its 10th anniversary this year, marking a decade of youth empowerment, community upliftment, and aspirations transformed into reality. Established in 2015 by local resident Sibongile Mabona, the pageant has evolved from a modest event into a significant platform for young individuals in Emalahleni. Sibongile Mabona’s…
eMalahleni – The Highveld Chamber of Commerce and Industry (HCCI) held a significant workshop at Thembelihle Self-Help Centre, Ext 4, Kwaguqa, on August 01, 2024. HCCI, in partnership with the Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA), organised the event with a focus on providing non-profit organisations, companies, and cooperatives with vital insights to enhance their compliance…
DELMAS – Empowering women in the mining industry resonates harmoniously with the theme of International Women’s Day 2024, “Inspire Inclusion.” Exxaro Leeuwpan Mine hosted a significant event to honour its female employees, who have played essential roles in the mining sector, often overcoming significant challenges and biases. The event was an indication of the mine’s…
eMalahleni – A dog emerged as the hero of the day by rescuing a forsaken infant in Ackerville, Emalahleni. This extraordinary event unfolded on Thursday, July 25, 2024, leaving the Emalahleni community in awe after discovering a newborn baby girl abandoned in a handbag on Skhosana street near Value Meat Pub and Grill. The incident,…
KWAGGAFONTEIN – North-West University (NWU) alumna Dr Monicca Bhuda (31) from Kwaggafontein was selected to be part of the South African team that participated in the 20th International Book Fair of Venezuela (FILVEN) held in Caracas from July 11 to 21, 2024. FILVEN is a Venezuelan national event initiated in 2005, aimed at promoting a…
DELMAS – The Mpumalanga Informal Economy Development Forum, in partnership with Victor Khanye Local Municipality and Nedbank, hosted financial literacy training for the residents of Victor Khanye Local Municipality on July 24, 2024, at the Botleng Extension 3 hall. The training aimed to provide individuals with basic financial education and empower them to make informed…
