The Cape Navigator

Seaside Community Newspaper

Day: January 22, 2024

[WATCH] Las Vegas Cracks Down on Sidewalk Selfies: New Ordinance Sparks Controversy

[WATCH] Las Vegas Cracks Down on Sidewalk Selfies: New Ordinance Sparks Controversy

LAS VEGAS – In a move that has left both tourists and locals divided, Las Vegas has implemented a new county ordinance targeting pedestrians who come to a standstill on certain sections of the famed Las Vegas Strip. The controversial law, which carries potential jail time, has ignited debates about the balance between safety and […]

City of Cape Town Proposes Shift from Snail Mail to Email for Planning Notifications

City of Cape Town Proposes Shift from Snail Mail to Email for Planning Notifications

To streamline communication and enhance accessibility, the City of Cape Town is calling on residents and sub-councils to participate in a public consultation process aimed at soliciting feedback on a proposed shift in the method of delivering notifications related to certain application types. The initiative is part of an ongoing drive to improve the Municipal […]

Troubled Waters: Knysna Municipality Faces Governance and Service Delivery Crisis

Troubled Waters: Knysna Municipality Faces Governance and Service Delivery Crisis

In a media statement released today, Western Cape Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs, and Development Planning, Anton Bredell, highlighted the extensive service delivery challenges facing Knysna Municipality. The statement detailed the efforts of the Western Cape Government (WCG) to address the municipality’s governance, financial, and service delivery woes that have persisted throughout most of […]

Record-breaking Tourism Boom Boosts Western Cape Economy

Record-breaking Tourism Boom Boosts Western Cape Economy

The Western Cape is celebrating an unprecedented surge in tourism, with over 400,000 visitors flocking to its renowned attractions during the festive season. This exceptional influx of tourists not only exceeded expectations but also set new records for both international and domestic travel. Provincial Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, Mireille Wenger, made the exciting […]

Community Mourns Loss of Samora Machel Resident at Muizenberg Beach

Community Mourns Loss of Samora Machel Resident at Muizenberg Beach

MUZIENBERG, CAPE TOWN – The Muizenberg Beach community is grappling with sadness after a resident of Samora Machel, Cape Town, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, 21 January. The City of Cape Town’s (CoCT) water rescue network responded to reports from CoCT lifeguards at 17:55, who were engaged in performing Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) on a man […]

Heartbreaking Loss at Fish Hoek Beach: Local Teenager Succumbs to Drowning

Heartbreaking Loss at Fish Hoek Beach: Local Teenager Succumbs to Drowning

Fish Hoek Beach, typically a haven for sun-seekers and ocean enthusiasts, became the backdrop for a sorrowful incident as a 15-year-old local teenager tragically lost his life following a daring dive into the surf. The City of Cape Town (CoCT) water rescue network sprang into action upon receiving distress calls from CoCT lifeguards and Fish […]

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