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Posted on 02/17/2026<br/>

Summerfields Private School Hosts Vibrant Athletics Day

Lions, Panthers and Tigers went head-to-head as Summerfields Private School brought colour, and strong performances to the EHS Sport Grounds on Saturday, 7 February, for its annual athletics meeting.

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Posted on 02/04/2026<br/>

In Case You Missed It – Here’s a recap of last week’s top stories

In Case You Missed It – here’s a quick roundup of some of the stories making headlines in Ermelo this week:

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Posted on 01/30/2026<br/>

Fire Department and SAPS are responding to a building fire at the corner of Bhubesi, Camden & Van Zyl Street.

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Posted on 01/27/2026<br/>

Local Entrepreneur Shares Her Journey at Little Learning Bird Day Care

Bringing local community stories to your fingertips, iNews recently had the privilege of meeting local entrepreneur and Little Learning Bird Day Care owner, Marvin Masilela.

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Posted on 01/26/2026<br/>

In Case You Missed It – Here’s a recap of last week’s top stories

Ermelo Rolbalklub vereer top-presteerders van 2025

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Posted on 01/19/2026<br/>

In Case You Missed It – Here’s a Recap of Last Week’s Top Stories

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Posted on 01/13/2026<br/>

In Case You Missed It: This Week’s Top Local Stories | iNews Ermelo

Posted on 11/26/2025<br/>

𝗨𝗻𝘂𝘀𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝗼𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗥𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲!

At around 05:54 AM this morning (Wednesday, 26 November), an antelope unexpectedly crashed through the window at Total River Garage. A quick-thinking civilian immediately intervened to help subdue the animal, and ACSU Security soon arrived to assist in safely removing it from the premises.

Posted on 11/21/2025<br/>

A march happened this morning up Church Street, starting at Boxer Hendrina Road and heading toward the Msukaligwa Local Municipality Offices. The protesters are holding a 15-minute stand-still there, in a solemn commemoration of the lives lost to gender-based violence.

Posted on 11/07/2025<br/>

𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲. 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀. 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗗𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻.

The Cancervive EduShow brought powerful health awareness to BPG Langfontein, offering free cancer screenings, expert advice, and inspiring survivor testimonies that moved and empowered the community. The core message was clear: early detection saves lives.

Posted on 10/10/2025<br/>

Two-vehicle accident reported at the corner of Church and Fourie Street. Injuries have been confirmed on scene. Motorists are advised to drive with caution and use alternate routes where possible.

Posted on 10/02/2025<br/>

An accident has been reported on Hendrina Road near the weigh bridge. A vehicle has overturned and multiple injuries are confirmed. Authorities are on the scene. Please drive with caution.

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Posted on 09/24/2025<br/>

𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗯𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝘁𝗲𝗮𝗺𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝟭𝟬‑𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗻 𝗕

Northbay extends thanks to the following businesses that played a crucial role in the project’s success. PC Transport — Paul & Frank Muller; BST — Bernard Scheepers; Teraglin — Gerhard Scheepers; Mixovision — Rian Scheepers. Professional team: KBK Engineers — Andre Pretorius; GSA Developments Ing — Tom; RW Consulting & Architectural — Reynhardt; Herman le Roux Auditors — Herman le Roux; Marincrol Civil Engineering Lab — Marius Pyper; Reed Geomatics/Partners — Hennie Susan & Leon Susan. Contractors & support: Shesha — Martin Jonker; Siphubhela Phambili Industries — Vuyo Smith; Dibanani Investments (Bethal) — Wikus Cronje; DC Staal — Chris Drotsky & Helen; Coastal Hire – Ermelo — Francois; 3 Cousins Precast Walling — Jaco Papenfus; Dimag Services — Jaco & Dawie; Hencon Contractors – Electrical — Hennie Conradie; Msukaligwa Municipality – Electricity — Chris van Vuuren; Roux Loodgieters — Bertus Sanderghen & Johan…

Posted on 08/27/2025<br/>

Traffic Alert: Church & Ootshuise Street

A vehicle has overturned at the corner of Church and Ootshuise Street. The extent of injuries is still unknown. Emergency medical services are currently on the scene.

Posted on 07/04/2025<br/>

COMMOTION ON NAUDE STREET

There is currently a commotion taking place on Naude Street where residents have gathered for a protest. Law enforcement is on the scene to monitor the situation.

Posted on 06/18/2025<br/>

URGENT TRAFFIC ALERT – N11

A truck has crashed and is currently in flames along the N11 route towards Hendrina. The road is completely blocked, and traffic is at a standstill.

Posted on 06/14/2025<br/>

A multi-vehicle crash involving a truck has taken place on the N2 just beyond Camden Power Station. Emergency services are currently on the scene, and the road is closed in both directions.

Posted on 05/08/2025<br/>

𝟭𝟬𝟬 𝗝𝗮𝗮𝗿 𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗸𝗮𝗮𝗻𝘀: ’𝗻 𝗙𝗲𝗲𝘀 𝘃𝗮𝗻 𝗞𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝘂𝗿, 𝗜𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗶𝘁 𝗲𝗻 𝗘𝗲𝗻𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗱

Op 8 Mei 2025 het die Afrikaanse gemeenskap regoor Suid-Afrika saamgekom om ’n belangrike mylpaal te vier — 100 jaar sedert Afrikaans Nederlands as ’n amptelike taal vervang het. Dit was ’n dag gevul met trots, lag, en ’n diep waardering vir die ryk erfenis wat Afrikaans dra. iNews het die strate ingevaar en plaaslike skole besoek om met leerders, onderwysers en prominente gemeenskapslede te gesels oor hul liefde vir Afrikaans — en die kultuur wat daarmee saamgaan.

Posted on 05/01/2025<br/>

𝗙𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗱𝗼𝗺 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗹𝗼: 𝗖𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗿 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁?

This weekend, South Africa marked 30 years of democracy — but in Ermelo, for some, Freedom Day felt more like a moment of melancholy than a celebration.

Posted on 04/22/2025<br/>

A major fire broke out Monday between 10:00 p.m. and 11:00 p.m. at a shop located near the corner of Murray Street and Naudé Street.

Posted on 04/19/2025<br/>

VEHICLE CRASHES THROUGH PALISADE FENCE AT T-JUNCTION

A vehicle went through a palisade fence at the T-junction of Border & Voortrekker.

Posted on 04/17/2025<br/>

𝗧𝗥𝗔𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 – 𝗖𝗔𝗠𝗗𝗘𝗡 𝗔𝗩𝗘 & 𝗛𝗘𝗡𝗡𝗜𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗔𝗜𝗦 𝗦𝗧

Fed up with worsening road conditions and no action from the local municipality, Ermelo residents have taken matters—and shovels—into their own hands.

Posted on 04/07/2025<br/>

An accident occurred at the intersection of Kerk and Taute Street. Traffic is flowing, but please drive cautiously as emergency workers are on the scene.

Posted on 04/07/2025<br/>

A collision has occurred at the corner of Tom Muller Street and President Fouché Avenue. Expect minor delays in traffic flow as authorities manage the scene. Please approach with caution and consider alternative routes if possible.