{
  "id": 16637607,
  "title": "Residents of Driehoek in NW question benefit of LGE",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/26/residents-of-driehoek-in-nw-question-benefit-of-lge",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-26T17:56:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "SABC News",
    "slug": "sabc-news",
    "url": "https://www.sabcnews.com/sabcnews/residents-of-driehoek-in-nw-question-benefit-of-lge/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": null,
  "summary": "The residents of Driehoek village, located outside Mahikeng in North West province, are expressing frustration over the lack of basic services and infrastructure in their community. With a population of less than 750 people, the village still lacks access to essential services such as a clinic, school, water, and electricity. The roads in the area are described as being in a deplorable state, highlighting the neglect that the Mahikeng Local Municipality has shown towards Driehoek over the past three decades. In response to their concerns, residents are questioning whether the upcoming local government elections will bring about any meaningful change. Moses Diseko, an 80-year-old resident who has lived in the village for many years, shares his struggles, stating that he lacks access to water and electricity, relying on paraffin for cooking which harms his eyes. He has registered to vote but remains uncertain if his vote will lead to any improvements in his life, such as securing electricity, water, and a more stable living situation.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}