By Duncan Mnisi Witbank, Mpumalanga — On Tuesday, Open Value Market (OMV), a major supplier of building and industrial materials, officially opened its upgraded Valkenburg milling plant in Witbank. The development marks a significant step for the region’s mineral industry. The plant was previously used mainly for storing and transporting bentonite, a type of clay….
By Duncan Mnisi In a world increasingly driven by technology, a young South African is making waves with his innovative approach to robotics and AI. Obrie Shabane, a 22-year-old visionary engineer from Bushbuckridge, has dedicated his life to developing affordable, accessible robotic solutions aimed at tackling real-world challenges in health, security, and education. Shabane’s journey…
By Duncan Mnisi The Eastern Cape is witnessing a disturbing surge in teenage pregnancies, with recent reports indicating that over 100 girls aged 10 to 14 gave birth between April and July a figure that signals a deep-rooted crisis far beyond mere statistics. Experts and advocacy groups warn that these numbers are only the tip…
By Duncan Mnisi A wave of violent robberies is sweeping through churches in Mpumalanga, leaving worshippers traumatized and communities on edge. Armed gangs have turned sacred spaces into crime scenes, threatening congregants at gunpoint and making off with cash, cellphones, and other valuables. One of the most shocking cases occurred September 5 in Kwaggafontein, where…