Did you know?
13 February 2026
Pit bull–type dogs are responsible for more fatal dog attacks in South Africa than any other breed, according to available statistics.
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HAVE YOUR SAY:
Would you turn down a low-paying job now and wait for a higher-paying opportunity later?
Would you turn down a low-paying job now and wait for a higher-paying opportunity later?
13 February 2026
With rising living costs and uncertain job markets, many people face tough choices between immediate income and long-term financial security. What would you do – and why?
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Ward 18 residents lead the way in cleaning up East End
13 February 2026
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – A small but determined group of Ward 18 (East End) residents is proving that lasting change begins with action.
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FROM OVERGROWN TO OUTSTANDING!
OWM takes back its streets
OWM takes back its streets
13 February 2026
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – Visible action speaks louder than promises — and throughout late January and early February, Our Ward Matters (OWM) demonstrated exactly that through consistent, hands-on clean-ups across Wards 16 and 17.
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Love Story Competition winners announced
13 February 2026
Platinum Weekly Newspaper | Rustenburg — This Valentine’s Day, love was truly in the air as local couples shared their heartfelt stories in Platinum Weekly’s annual Valentine’s competition.
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A LIFE OF COURAGE CUT SHORT
Community mourns constable Gift Mota
Community mourns constable Gift Mota
13 February 2026
Platinum Weekly newspaper | Rustenburg – The Phokeng community is grieving the heartbreaking loss of one of its own – a young officer whose dedication to protecting others ultimately cost him his life.
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POLL:
Do you think breeding of pit bull–type dogs should be banned in South Africa to prevent future attacks?
Do you think breeding of pit bull–type dogs should be banned in South Africa to prevent future attacks?
13 February 2026
After a 44-year-old woman in Mitchells Plain, Cape Town, was fatally mauled by her own pit bull–type dogs on 28 January 2026, community concern has intensified. Some support a breeding ban, while others argue responsible ownership is the real issue. What is your view?
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Share your love story and win this Valentine’s Day!
06 February 2026
Platinum Weekly Newspaper | Rustenburg – Love is in the air, and this Valentine’s Day you and your partner could be celebrating in style! Platinum Weekly is inviting couples from Rustenburg and surrounding areas to share their love stories for a chance to win cash prizes this Valentine’s Day.
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POLL:
Would you turn down a low-paying job now and wait for a higher-paying opportunity later?
Would you turn down a low-paying job now and wait for a higher-paying opportunity later?
06 February 2026
With rising living costs and uncertain job markets, many people face tough choices between immediate income and long-term financial security. What would you do – and why?
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