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UNASWERED QUESTIONS – PENDORING CROSSING

Residents of Rustenburg have been asking questions regarding the anticipated repair/upgrade of the Pendoring low-lying bridge (aslo kwown as the Pendoring Crossing) for some time.
According to information obtained by MyRTB through official Rustenburg Local Municipality (RLM) documents, funding was provided for the upgrading of the Pendoring Crossing, as follows:
* In the 2024/25 financial year R1,268,566 was allocated to the upkeep of the bridge (An RLM financial report also reflects that lists the Pendoring Crossing with a 2024/25 full-year budget of R1,268,566, with the year-to-date actual shown as R0 in that report.)
* In the 2025/26 financial year R2,416,267 was allocated to the upkeep of the bridge
* There is also older RLM documentation showing R2.2 million allocated for the upgrading of the Pendoring Road Crossing in the 2023/24 financial year
Important: These documents do NOT, by themselves, prove that money was misused or that anyone acted unlawfully. However, the question residents are entitled to ask is: What happened to the money allocated for the Pendoring Crossing, what procurement was done, who was appointed (if anyone), how much has actually been spent, and when will the bridge be completed?
Residents have the right to ask for transparency and accountability from Rustenburg Local Municipality.

Source documentation:
RLM Infrastructure Programme / SDBIP: official RLM infrastructure document – Pendoring Road Crossing
RLM 2023/24 MTREF official RLM Council document
Official RLM Financial report – June 2025
RLM official RLM Annual Report 2024/25


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Severe weather warning
Sunday, 6 September 2026

The South African Weather Service has cautioned that wet and rainy conditions will continue today,
as the cutoff low settles in over the North West Province. When travelling, please take the necessary precautions.

* Turn headlights on.
* Watch out at low water bridges.
* Reduce speed.
* Increase your following distance.
* Concentrate on your driving, avoid being distracted.
* Apply caution.
* Better late than never.


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SAPS WARNS E-HAILING COMMUTERS FOLLOWING REPORTED CRIMES AGAINST FEMALE PASSENGERS

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Rustenburg has noted with concern several reported incidents involving crimes against female commuters using e-hailing services.
The reported crimes include robbery and sexual assault. While investigations are ongoing and no arrests have been made at this stage, police are urging e-hailing commuters, particularly women travelling alone, to exercise extra caution.
Commuters are advised to:
- Share their trip details and live location with a trusted family member or friend.
- Verify the vehicle and driver details before entering the vehicle.
- Where possible, make electronic payment upfront to avoid unnecessary confrontations.
- Remain alert throughout the journey and report any suspicious behaviour to the police.
SAPS emphasises that the warning is not intended to create panic, but to encourage members of the community to take reasonable safety precautions when using e-hailing services.
Police further appeal to anyone who may have been a victim of a similar crime to come forward and report the matter at their nearest police station. Such information may assist investigators in identifying and bringing the perpetrators to justice.


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N1N4 ROAD CLOSURE WARNING

Motorists have been advised to take note that the extra wide lane at the Brits Plaza (Eastbound) has been closed for abnormal vehicles from 17 August. The closure will be in effect until 18 September.
Please take note of the alternative route, as detailed in the below images. For any emergency on the Bakwena N1N4 route, call 0800 225 9362.


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🚨 WARNING TO ALL MOTORISTS 🚨

The North West Traffic WhatsApp channel has warned of continued incidences of spiking on the N4 between Brits and Rustenburg - just after the Brits Toll Plaza, before the Bapong Weighbridge.

"Spiking has become a norm on this route, with criminals reportedly placing sharp metal spikes on the road to puncture vehicles and target motorists who stop."
Please DO NOT stop if your tyres are punctured in this area.
Try to reach a safe and busy place before stopping, especially in the night time hours.

⚠️ STAY ALERT. STAY ALIVE.


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Today we celebrate courage, wish for prosperity and honour the history of women in South Africa!

PUBLIC NOTICE
Residents are hereby notified of extended business hours at Home Affairs this coming weekend.


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PUBLIC NOTICE
RLM has warned the public not to take heed of false claims regarding operations of the Yarona BRT transport services.


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