Seaside Community Newspaper
CAPE TOWN – Dorene Harrison, 49, was sentenced to fifteen (15) years of direct imprisonment by the Cape Town Regional Court on 20 February. Harrison was found guilty on 16 counts of fraud. The Hawks’ Serious Commercial Crime Investigation unit investigated the case. Harrison, a former administrator in the operations centre at Nedbank Investment Management […]
Samsung South Africa is giving learners in grades 10 and 11 an exciting opportunity to make a real difference in their communities while showcasing their STEM skills. The Samsung Solve for Tomorrow competition is back for its second year in Africa, inviting students from underserved public schools to unleash their innovation and tackle pressing environmental […]
WESTERN CAPE – A large-scale search operation is underway to find missing 6-year-old Joshlin Smith, who was last seen on 19 February 2024 near the Diazville Clinic. Joshlin was reportedly with an unknown boy at the time of her disappearance. Joshlin is described as wearing a light blue t-shirt and blue denim trousers. Anyone with […]
PAARL – On Monday, 19 February, Western Cape Premier Alan Winde, Minister Tertuis Simmers, and Drakenstein Executive Mayor Conrad Poole brought joy to three families in the Vlakkeland housing development. These families, who had long resided in farms and backyard dwellings, received keys to brand-new homes specifically designed to accommodate their needs. The Vlakkeland development, […]
CAPE TOWN – The Al Kuwait, dubbed the “Big Stink” livestock carrier responsible for the noxious odour that enveloped Cape Town, has set sail for Iraq. However, the National Council of SPCAs (NSPCA) warns the suffering of animals on board such vessels is far from over. NSPCA inspectors endured three days examining the horrific conditions […]
USA – Popular figures Dr Phil McGraw and Joe Rogan have sparked a national conversation surrounding China’s growing ownership of US farmland. During a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, they delved into concerns about the strategic motivations of these acquisitions, especially those occurring close to sensitive US military installations. The discussion highlighted […]
CAPE TOWN – Two stolen Toyota Fortuners have been recovered in separate operations by the Western Cape Police, along with the arrest of two suspects linked to the thefts. The successful recoveries highlight the effectiveness of police efforts to combat motor vehicle theft in the region. The first stolen Fortuner was located in Bellville after […]
CAPE TOWN – In a moving ceremony and tribute to their lasting legacy of reconciliation and social justice, the City of Cape Town officially renamed the iconic Old Granary building in District Six as ‘Desmond and Leah Tutu House’ on Tuesday, 20 February 2024. The event marked the World Day of Social Justice. The building, […]
BERGVLIET, CAPE TOWN – Residents of Bergvliet were shocked to learn of a tragic discovery on Sunday morning. Police have confirmed that the bodies of a woman, a young boy, and several pets were found inside a residence on Main Road. Kirstenhof police arrived at the home at approximately 11:00 on 18 February after receiving […]
The battle against the invasive water lettuce choking South Africa’s Vaal River has taken a disturbing turn. In a desperate bid to regain control, Rand Water has controversially begun spraying the plant infestation with glyphosate, a potent herbicide notorious for its potential health and environmental risks. This dramatic escalation from Rand Water’s initial “integrated approach” […]
