Rand Water Completes Repairs After Pump Explosion, Water Supply Restored
Residents who experienced low water pressure or temporary water outages should notice gradual improvement as the system returns to normal.
Sedibeng District
News from the Sedibeng District
The latest news and information from Mapepeza from the Sedibeng District in Gauteng.
Our coverage includes communities living in the Lesedi, Midvaal and Emfuleni municipalities.
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Vaal Scholar Transport Driver Faces 14 Murder Charges, Abandons Bail
Ayanda Dludla appeared before the Vanderbijlpark Magistrates’ Court, where he elected not to apply for bail.
Update: Fatalities in Vaal Scholar Transport Tragedy Rises to 14
The Gauteng Department of Education confirmed that Thato Moetji and Sagwadi Mathe, both Grade 12 learners at Hoërskool Vanderbijlpark, succumbed to their injuries on Thursday, 22 January 2026.
Names of Late Learners Vaal Scholar Transport Tragedy Released
The Gauteng Department of Education said the learners’ dreams, potential and youthful energy will forever remain part of the province’s collective memory.
UPDATE: Vaal scholar transport accident casualties clarified
According to the Gauteng Health Department, seven survivors were transported by Gauteng Emergency Medical Services to Sebokeng and Kopanong Hospitals.
Death Toll Rises to 13 in Vanderbijlpark Scholar Transport Crash
Gauteng Education MEC Matome Chiloane said he was deeply devastated by the tragedy, describing it as a dark day for the department and the province.
Gauteng Makes It Easier for Residents to Report Service Delivery Complaints
The provincial hotline team is on standby to assist residents with a range of service delivery complaints, ensuring that concerns are logged quickly and directed to the relevant departments for action.
Over 140 Sedibeng Police Officers Get Promoted
These latest promotions form part of the organisations Human Capital Strategy which aims to boost morale and the well-being of our men and women in blue.
Lesedi Municipality Advertises 35 Ward-Based Community Services Positions
Applicants must be residents of Lesedi Local Municipality and will be required to specify their ward number for allocation purposes.
Sedibeng TVET College hosts 2025 Sport, Arts and Culture Awards
The event recognized students who represented the college with distinction in various CoSACSA competitions at both Gauteng Provincial and National levels.