Chris Hani By: Staff Reporter Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae emphasized that the tragic events of April 10, 1993, serve as a poignant reminder of the cost of the freedom we cherish today. During this month, as we commemorate Freedom Day, achieved on April 27, 1994, with the first democratic elections in our nation, it's equally crucial to reflect on the sacrifices made to reach our current state. April is also the month when our martyrs, Solomon Mahlangu and Chris Hani, were

Mxolisi Dukwana By: Staff Reporter Mxolisi Dukwana, the speaker of the Free State Legislature, has shared a warm Easter message with the Free State community. "As we come together with family and loved ones to celebrate Easter, I send heartfelt greetings to everyone in the Free State. This Easter season carries a profound message of hope, renewal, sacrifice, and resurrection. It reminds us that after the darkest times, light and new beginnings can emerge. In the spirit of Eas

Major General Thabang Solomon Lesia By: Staff Reporter Major General Thabang Solomon Lesia has been named the new Provincial Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS). With over thirty years of experience in policing, he possesses a profound understanding of operational environments. The Premier of the Free State, MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae, expressed her approval of Major General Lesia's appointment, highlighting its significance at a crucial time when combating cr

Minister of GOGTA VF Hlabisa, President Cyril Ramaphosa, Free State Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae By: Staff Reporter On 27 March 2026, President Cryil Ramaphosa and his cabinet met with Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae and Members of the Executive Council at the University of the Free State's (UFS) Centenary Complex (UFS). The meeting aimed to explore how national and provincial governments can collaborate more effectively to promote inclusive growth and job creation, reduce p

MEC for Finance, Economic Development and Tourism Ketso ‘Toto’ Makume By: Neo Ntsele On Tuesday, 17 March, MEC for Finance, Economic Development and Tourism Ketso ‘Toto’ Makume delivered the budget speech for the 2026/27 financial year at Bloemfontein City Hall. MEC Makume presented a budget focused on boosting economic recovery, enhancing revenue collection, and improving public service delivery. This year’s budget reflected a notable reduction of R332.6 million. MEC Makume

FS EXCO By: Staff Reporter On Monday, 09 March 2026, the Free State Executive Council (EXCO) visited the Bloemfontein residence of the late former Premier Mosiuoa Lekota, who passed away on 04 March 2026. During the visit, Mxolisi Dukwana, Speaker of the Free State Legislature, described the late Premier, former Minister of Defence, and struggle stalwart Mosiuoa Lekota as a committed freedom fighter who dedicated his life to serving the people. “He was a soldier who tirelessl

Mosioua " Terror " Lekota By: Staff Reporter Congress of the People (COPE) leader and co-founder Mosiuoa "Terror" Lekota has died, aged 77. Lekota died at a Johannesburg hospital in the early hours of Wednesday morning. The party confirmed the news, adding that the family had requested privacy during this difficult time. Lekota served as Minister of Defence from 1999 to 2008. He also served as the Premier of the Free State after the country's first fully democratic elections

PCA Chair, MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae By: Staff Reporter Chairperson of the Provincial Council on AIDS (PCA), and Free State Premier, MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae, today (Thurs), convened the ordinary meeting of the Council on AIDS at OR Tambo House in Bloemfontein. The purpose of the meeting was to take inventory of the decisions of the previous meeting and to assess progress in the implementation of deliverables. Premier emphasized the importance of this Council in relation to the w

MEC Ketso Makume By: Staff Reporter The MEC for Finance, Tourism and Economic Development, Ketso Makume, officially declared the Lekgotla opened for the EXCO Provincial Budget Lekgotla held at Imvelo Safari Lodge on Tuesday 17. MEC Makume in his opening remarks urged delegates to tighten their belts and apply their expertise to advance the interests of the people of the Free State. These sentiments are made 3 days before the State of the Province Address (SOPA), which will b

NCOP Delegate Bheki Radebe By: Neo Ntsele The permanent delegates from the Free State to the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) have raised concerns about incomplete Regional Bulk Infrastructure Grant (RBIG) projects in the Nketoana Local Municipality. During the NCOP’s annual Provincial Week programme, the delegation visited sites in the Thabo Mofutsanyane District Municipality on Thursday, the 20th, to assess service delivery progress. Two major projects – a 3ML reservoi

Free State Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae By: Staff Reporter The Free State Provincial Council on AIDS (PCA), chaired by Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae and co-chaired by Simphiwe Mokoena, convened its ordinary meeting at OR Tambo House in Bloemfontein on Wednesday 29, bringing together key stakeholders to strengthen the province’s response to HIV/AIDS, TB, and Sexually Transmitted Infections (STI). The PCA serves as the provincial arm of the South African National AIDS Counci

Free State Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae By: Staff Reporter Free State Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae emphasized the non-negotiable imperative of aligning the provincial budget with the material conditions of residents. When the budget does not speak to plans, failure is Inevitable The remarks were made at the Free State Provincial Government Planning and Budget Lekgotla 2025, held at Imvelo Safari Lodge (Bloemfontein) on Wednesday, 22. Premier Letsoha-Mathae, stressed the i

Photo: Workers fighting spillar sewage Supplied By: Neo Ntsele The Mayor of Mohokare local municipality Teboho Mochechepa embarked on a...

Free State Province Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae     By: Staff Reporter     The Free State Province Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae,...

Photo: Mohokare Municipality Mayor Teboho Mochechepa Supplied By: Neo Ntsele The newly appointed interim mayor of Mohokare Local...

Photo: Professor Hester Klopper, Vice-Chancellor of UFS, FS Premier Maqueen Letsoha-Mathae and Professor Pamela Dube, Vice-Chancellor of...

Photo: ANC Logo Supplied By: Staff Reporter The African National Congress (ANC) in Mangaung has welcomed the recent arrests of all the...

Photo: ANC Logo Supplied By: Staff Reporter The African National Congress in Mangaung met at a special meeting, on Wednesday, 12 , to...

Photo: Free State Premier MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae Supplied By: Neo Ntsele The Premier of the Free State, MaQueen Letsoha-Mathae, led the...

Photo: FS National Council of Provinces Supplied By: Neo Ntsele The Free State’s permanent delegates to the National Council of Provinces...