The Cape Navigator

Seaside Community Newspaper

Month: February 2024

Don’t Get Duped! How to Identify Real CoCT Officials Before Letting Them In

CCTV Image of an alleged DA Official conducting residential visits in Plumbstead..

PLUMSTEAD – Residents should remain cautious, warns the City of Cape Town (CoCT) after three criminals impersonated officials to gain access to a Lansdowne home. This incident highlights the importance of vigilance and verification when dealing with individuals claiming to represent the City or political organisations. Similar Incident Reported in Plumstead Despite reaching out to […]

City Obtains Interdict Against Illegal Container Site in Lakeside

Photo of the container site.

MUIZENBEG – In a landmark decision, the Western Cape High Court has granted an interdict against Metric Storage Containers and Trailers, along with other parties involved, for operating an illegal storage facility along Main Road in Lakeside. The ruling, delivered on Monday, 12 February 2024, marks a significant victory for the City of Cape Town, […]

Power Restoration in the Karoo Expected Within the Next 24 Hours

Photo of the damaged infrastructure by Eskom.

KAROO – In a promising development, Eskom, the national power utility, is set to restore electricity to the Karoo region by 12:00 midday tomorrow February 15. This announcement follows ongoing efforts to repair and reconnect the region to the national grid. A media statement released today revealed that Eskom has assured the Western Cape Government […]

South Africa Mourns the Passing of Iconic Actress Aletta Bezuidenhout

The legendary actress Aletta Bezuidenhout.

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 […]

Dramatic Rescue Operation by NSRI Gqeberha Safeguards Crew Amidst Sinking Vessel Crisis

Photo by the NSRI.

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 […]

[LISTEN] Seawinds Residents Celebrate Milestone as Title Deeds Handed Over by City Officials

Councillor Pophaim, officials and beneficiaries.

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 […]

[VIDEO] Taxi Knocks Down Policeman in Durban

Stock Photo by Mat Napo.

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 […]

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