Seaside Community Newspaper
Severe weather events, including coastal flooding and fires, pose a significant threat to the City of Cape Town’s (CoCT) transport infrastructure, with an estimated value of R20 billion, according to a recent analysis by researchers at the University of Cape Town (UCT). The study, published in the Journal of the South African Institution of Civil […]
South Africa is shrouded in sorrow as the news of the passing of the legendary actress Aletta Bezuidenhout, at the age of 76, permeates the nation. Western Cape Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Anroux Marais, expresses profound sadness at the loss of a true icon in South African theatre. Minister Marais reflects on Aletta […]
GQEBERHA – In a harrowing maritime emergency, the National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) Gqeberha sprang into action to rescue the crew of a sinking vessel off the Port Elizabeth coast. The daring operation unfolded following a Mayday distress call received by Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) Port Control and Telkom Maritime Radio Services. The distressed […]
MUIZENBERG – In a significant stride towards providing secure housing for residents, the City of Cape Town’s Human Settlements Directorate, led by Mayoral Committee Member Councillor Carl Pophaim, continued its mission to deliver title deeds to homeowners across the metro. Today, in Seawinds, a momentous occasion unfolded as 17 title deeds were officially handed over […]
CHATSWORTH, DURBAN – In a startling incident that unfolded this morning at Moorton Shopping Centre in Chatsworth, Durban, a Metro Policeman was left seriously injured after being struck by a taxi. According to Yusuf Abramjee of Crime Watch, the incident occurred just after 8:30. ALS Paramedics swiftly responded to the scene, finding the officer in […]
In a heartfelt plea for help, Rudi Sygo, a concerned individual, has taken to social media across the country to urgently seek any information regarding the family or relatives of Joan Maltman. Joan, currently in a fragile state of health, expresses a deep desire to reconnect with her family during this critical time. The search […]
In a concerning trend, the City of Cape Town has issued a warning to residents as the theft of wheelie bins sees a significant spike in 2023. According to recent data, reported cases of stolen bins have risen to 29,330, up from 28,653 in the previous year. Alderman Grant Twigg, Mayoral Committee Member for Urban […]
The Western Cape Liquor Authority (WCLA) has slapped liquor outlets with fines totalling just under R7 million to curb non-compliance with licensing regulations. Between November 1, 2022, and November 24, 2023, the WCLA conducted extensive inspections and issued 169 fines across the province, with 49 fines amounting to R2.1 million directed at license holders in […]
CLIFTON, CAPE TOWN – A mysterious drowning incident off the shores of Clifton has left authorities puzzled as they appeal for information to identify a woman believed to be a Clifton local in her 50s. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, 11 February, when open water swimmers discovered the woman face down in the water […]
