Diamond Fields AdvertiserThe Diamond Fields Advertiser (DFA) is a daily newspaper published in Kimberley, South Africa, founded on 23 March 1878.
The earliest paper on the Diamond Fields was a weekly called the Diamond Field, published from 15 October 1870 at Pniel. It moved the following year first to Du Toit’s Pan and then New Rush (later renamed Kimberley), and had a strongly anti-imperial view point. Another of the early papers was the pro-British Diamond News of R. W. Murray.

  • Varsity College Comets eager to bounce back in Kimberley but wary of Gemmies supporters
    by Lance Fredericks on February 28, 2025 at 3:30 am

    It’s obvious that the visitors will want to get their campaign on track against the new kids on the block and will be confident that they can get back to winning ways in Kimberley. The wet conditions and a sparse crowd were factors that may have hampered SPU in their game last week. But this The post Varsity College Comets eager to bounce back in Kimberley but wary of Gemmies supporters appeared first on DFA.

  • A new era for Kimberley’s water supply begins
    by Danie van der Lith on February 28, 2025 at 2:44 am

    The arrival of new 1,200mm water pipes marks a major milestone in Kimberley’s R2.5 billion Budget Facility for Infrastructure project, aimed at overhauling the city’s ageing water system, improving supply reliability, and reducing water losses. The first batch of 1,200mm water pipes arrive for installation between Riverton and Kimberley, marking a major step in the The post A new era for Kimberley’s water supply begins appeared first on DFA.

  • Shocking! Some Kimberley residents pay double for power
    by Danie van der Lith on February 28, 2025 at 2:43 am

    Kimberley complex residents are being charged nearly double per unit for electricity compared to freehold homeowners – yet the Sol Plaatje Municipality remains silent on the issue. Residents in sectional title complexes are charged significantly higher tariffs due to bulk service billing, leading to mounting frustrations over escalating electricity costs. Picture: Danie van der Lith The post Shocking! Some Kimberley residents pay double for power appeared first on DFA.

  • Gemmies out to give Varsity College a hostile reception at Suzuki Park cauldron
    by Danie van der Lith on February 28, 2025 at 2:42 am

    The game kicks off at Kimberley’s Suzuki Park at 7pm and will give the Sol Plaatje University Gemmies the opportunity to shine under lights. Sol Plaatje University (SPU) has officially stepped onto the big stage of university rugby, competing in their first-ever Varsity Shield tournament. In what has been an incredible journey so far, SPU The post Gemmies out to give Varsity College a hostile reception at Suzuki Park cauldron appeared first on DFA.

  • Feathers fly as young badminton talents shine in weekend tournament
    by Danie van der Lith on February 28, 2025 at 2:41 am

    A local badminton tournament was the stage for some exceptional performances, and one thrilling achievement. Seen from left are: Melay Pretorius, Anika van der Merwe, Lourens Scheffer and Alex Pretorius. Picture: Facebook A group of talented young badminton players from Diamantveld High School delivered remarkable performances over the weekend during the Under-15 and Under-19 Badminton The post Feathers fly as young badminton talents shine in weekend tournament appeared first on DFA.

  • NC Cricket directors declared delinquent
    by Sandi Kwon Hoo on February 28, 2025 at 2:39 am

    Northern Cape Cricket has been temporarily dissolved and placed under administration, while a court order has been obtained to disqualify and remove the NCC president and four board members. The president of Northern Cape Cricket, Gibson Molale. File picture NORTHERN Cape Cricket (NCC) has been temporarily dissolved and placed under administration, while a court order The post NC Cricket directors declared delinquent appeared first on DFA.

  • Goalfest as Talent Development Scheme Girls Under-15 League gets under way
    by Lance Fredericks on February 28, 2025 at 2:37 am

    This initiative was originally aimed at giving 320 young girls from the Frances Baard District the opportunity to participate in competitive football. The Diamond Girls football team from Kimberley are hoping to make a statement in the tournament. Picture: Supplied. The Frances Baard Football Association (FBFA), in partnership with SAFA and under the FIFA Talent The post Goalfest as Talent Development Scheme Girls Under-15 League gets under way appeared first on DFA.

  • Further delays in Henderson murder trial ‘unbelievable’
    by Sandi Kwon Hoo on February 28, 2025 at 2:35 am

    The defence for murder accused John-Ross Crossbery Henderson described further delays in the case as “unbelievable” after the State indicated in the Kimberley Magistrate’s Court this week that cellphone records, DNA results, and cellphone analysis were still outstanding. John-Ross Henderson. File picture THE DEFENCE for murder accused John-Ross Crossbery Henderson described further delays in the The post Further delays in Henderson murder trial ‘unbelievable’ appeared first on DFA.

  • Four months without water: Residents desperate as premier urged to intervene
    by Danie van der Lith on February 28, 2025 at 2:33 am

    For nearly four months, the taps in Delportshoop have either run dry or provided only a trickle – leaving residents in a dire struggle for water. Delportshoop taps have run dry or barely trickled for nearly four months, leaving residents struggling. Picture: Supplied FOR NEARLY four months, the taps in Delportshoop, a small town within The post Four months without water: Residents desperate as premier urged to intervene appeared first on DFA.