Limpopo

Police in Limpopo are searching for a 37-year-old woman and her two sons who have not been seen for months. Phindile Phalatse, Lebone and Lethabo were last in contact with family in January. Neighbours last saw them around March 2026.

June 12, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

The bail application of eight people accused in an insurance fraud-related killings case in Limpopo was adjourned to next Wednesday. Defence lawyers questioned the investigating officer's testimony at the Polokwane Magistrate’s Court.

One of the conjoined Sithole twins born in January at Mankweng Hospital in Limpopo has died, weeks after a successful separation surgery. Health Minister Aaron Motsoaledi visited the family and stated that the deceased twin, a boy, had appeared stronger post-operation. The surviving twin is in a healthy condition.

March 31, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Deputy Transport Minister Mkhuleko Hlengwa announced measures to prevent road fatalities during the Easter holidays after meeting Zion Christian Church leaders in Moria outside Polokwane, Limpopo. Officials anticipate heavy traffic on the N1 and R71 roads as a million pilgrims attend conferences at ZCC and Saint Engenas ZCC sites. Authorities aim to replicate last year's zero fatalities on the N1.

The N1 highway outside Louis Trichardt in Limpopo has reopened in both directions following a truck crash that caused temporary closure. A truck driver lost control, collided with three vehicles, and the truck fell into a ditch where it caught fire near the Hendrik Verwoerd tunnel.

February 08, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

In Mbaula village, Limpopo, a home-based carer named Maggie Sethagane delivered a baby girl amid devastating January floods that isolated the community from medical facilities. The birth, under improvised conditions without equipment, symbolized resilience in the face of disaster. The newborn, named Kutshemba meaning 'hope' in Xitsonga, was later confirmed healthy.