Members of the Muhadi family gathered at Hamavhunga in the Nzhelele Valley on Saturday to celebrate the annual Muhadi Day. Guests came from across the country as well as from Zimbabwe to join in the festivities.

Traditional leaders in the Niani area welcomed the latest initiative to re-gravel roads but stressed the need for tarred roads leading to tourist attractions. They believe this will stimulate the local economy and create more job opportunities.

When the doors of employment refused to open for Azwihangwisi Ramuthelo, she did not give up. Instead, the woman from Tshilamba taught herself dressmaking skills, and today her business ensures that no one in her family goes hungry.

A learner from Tshivhase Secondary School who built his own rudimentary car and fitted it with a hydrogen-powered engine had the opportunity to showcase his work at the National Science Week this past weekend. He was invited to attend the prestigious event, which was held at the Central University of Technology in Bloemfontein.

Local young beauty queen Zanele Zitha was crowned Miss Limpopo Heritage Queen, while Mutshidzi Mulovhedzi took home the title of Miss Limpopo Heritage Teen. The crowning took place at the Thohoyandou Town Hall on Sunday, 22 September, during the Miss Limpopo Heritage pageant, hosted by the Tshilande Foundation.

Almost six months have passed since a local Tshimbupfe Hanani man was brutally murdered, but his family is yet to receive his remains for burial.

A well-known interpreter working at the Thohoyandou Magistrate’s Court, Eric Radzilani, appeared in a packed Court D, facing charges of assault and rape last Thursday (26 September).

Marie Helm, the Democratic Alliance’s provincial spokesperson for Public Works, Roads and Infrastructure, has joined the fight to hold the Road Agency Limpopo (RAL) accountable regarding the “upgrading” of the R522 (P98/2) road between Louis Trichardt and Vivo.

In what has been described as an act of bravery, a 31-year-old woman put up an extraordinary fight and bit off part of the tongue of an attacker who tried to rape her.

The future of more than 500 borehole operators who deliver services to the Vhembe District Municipality looks uncertain, following the municipality's decision to terminate their contracts.

Vhutshilo Ramahanedza is making inroads in the business world with her range of dinnerware, which features a distinctive Vhavenda style. Her brand, Mukololo, meaning "princess" in Tshivenda, reflects Vhutshilo’s strong connection to her heritage and her goal of bringing traditional culture into everyday life.

Onndwelani Manganye, a young entrepreneur from Itsani village, recently opened his own bakery, Onndwela's Sweet House.

Thonifhani Dzebu (25), from the water-scarce community of Tshifudi Tshikombole village in Limpopo, has taken bold action to secure water for his community by digging a well that is already more than 15 metres deep.

If a group of traditional leaders and pastors have their way, the Shosholoza Meyl train will run all the way from Pretoria to Thohoyandou. They believe this will reduce congestion on the roads and create additional job opportunities.

Style and Art, a non-profit organisation from Thohoyandou formed by a group of young people, hosted an exciting fashion show at Shuma Park Shayandima three weeks ago. The event attracted more than 100 attendees, including the King of VenRap, Mizo Phyll, Given da Chief, and H & Them, showcasing the rich talent within the community.

The career expo that started earlier this week at the University of Venda (Univen) may become an annual event. It provides an opportunity for thousands of local learners to gain knowledge about various study fields and career opportunities, enabling them to make more informed decisions about their future careers.

The destruction of a makeshift bridge along the Limpopo River on Friday, 20 February, which was used by some foreigners for smuggling goods and people into and out of South Africa, came as a surprise to many who frequently relied on it. However, local residents feel this will not do much to curb the illegal cross-border traffic.

The poor performance of the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Limpopo during the general elections has taken its toll, with the regional leadership of the party being disbanded earlier this week.

Some residents of Matswale township in Musina staged a brief protest on 24 September, instead of celebrating Heritage Day, following the shooting of two siblings just before midnight on Monday.