11 - 2024 - myLowveld.net

The 2022 assassination of Anton Mzimba, a decorated head ranger and fearless defender of rhinos, has sent shockwaves through the conservation community. Now, a global campaign seeks justice for the man who gave his life protecting Africa’s iconic wildlife.

Global campaign seeks justice for murdered ranger

Mzimba, head of ranger services at the Timbavati Private Nature Reserve in Hoedpruit, dedicated over two decades to safeguarding South Africa’s wildlife. On 26 July 2022...

Honda NX500 adventure bike revised and renamed

Right from the start it was a motorcycle that, without fanfare, quietly got on with the job of being supremely competent and adaptable for a wide...

It is safe to say that everyone knows about the Motorcycle Toy Run, the annual spectacle when the noisiest members of the community do mass rides in 19 regions of the country to donate to the quietest members of the community — the vulnerable children.

Lowveld bikers making noise to collect toys for children

This year, the Lowveld Toy Run will take place on Saturday, 30 November, and Bernadette Woodford, chairperson of the Lowveld Toy Run, says they are expecting...

The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) has announced the payment schedule for its 27 million social welfare beneficiaries for December 2024.

SASSA announces payment dates for December

With the festive season approaching, grant payments will be processed during the first week of December to ensure recipients receive their funds on time. Older Persons...

Five graphic-design students of Unigrad in Nelspruit recently put their work on display after the completion of a one-year full-time programme.

Unigrad graphic design students show off their skill

Riaan Loubser & Gerald Danilowitz (Unigrad business manager). FEATURE IMAGE: Rinella Jansen van Vuuren, Dewald Ferreira, Yolanda Lengtom-Lerm and Sandra Jacobs were there to look at the designs on...

The Kruger National Park (KNP) Achievement Awards took place recently in Skukuza and over 120 employees received individual awards.

KNP honours top achievers during ceremony in Skukuza

The ceremony also afforded a platform to honour and appreciate external stakeholders who constantly show interest and commitment to assist the park achieve its objectives. FEATURE...

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Nersa confirms public hearings on Eskom’s application for tariff increases for the next three financial years

The public hearing Mbombela is scheduled for Wednesday, 27 November from 09:00 to 17:00 at the Mbombela Civic Centre, 1 Nel Street, Mbombela. There has been...

The Innibos National Arts Festival, which is taking place in Mbombela from 3 to 5 July next year, is the highlight for every culture and music lover's social calendar.

A LEKKER cherry on the Innibos cake

This year the theme is LEKKER and the organisers are searching for pop-up artists (buskers) whose unique talents will be a LEKKER cherry on top at...

Epic showdown of speed, skill and triumph at the TRACN4 Rally

The 2024 TRACN4 National Rally in Dullstroom lived up to its billing as one of South Africa’s most exhilarating motorsport events. With perfect weather, challenging stages,...

Uplands College recently held its honours evening to celebrate the achievements of its pupils and acknowledged the contribution they have made to the success of the College.

Uplands College celebrates pupils’ achievements

Grade-12 academics awards From left: Jack Robson (Accounting); Tanya Delport (Afrikaans); Erin Bell (Business Studies); Amy-Jane Maré (Computer Applications Technology and Life Orientation); and Cate Storm...