Seaside Community Newspaper
In a significant development for the Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit (SALDRU), Reza Daniels has assumed the role of Director, succeeding Murray Leibbrandt, who stepped down in December 2023. With a firm commitment to challenging inequalities through policy-relevant academic research, Daniels brings a wealth of experience and a vision for fostering continuous methodological […]
CAPE TOWN – In the Bellville Specialised Commercial Crimes Court, international car salesman Coert Knoetze (56) has been sentenced for fraud and theft after being convicted on January 22, 2024. The court, in a ruling delivered on February 9, 2024, sentenced Knoetze to six years of imprisonment, wholly suspended for four years under the condition […]
The City of Cape Town is set to immerse itself in a vibrant celebration of the arts and culture as it partners with the Investec Cape Town Art Fair, the largest art fair on the African continent. From February 16 to 18, 2024, the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) will be transformed into a […]
In a recent exclusive interview, Tucker Carlson engaged in a candid conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin, covering a spectrum of global issues that resonate with international audiences. The exchange provided a unique opportunity to gain insights into Russia’s perspective on key matters affecting the world. President Putin addressed the ongoing situation in Ukraine, shedding […]
Workshop Discusses Feasibility Study and Costs CAPE TOWN – The Water and Sanitation Directorate, in collaboration with the Section 79 Water and Sanitation Portfolio Committee and the Section 80 Mayoral Advisory Committee for Inland Water Quality, recently conducted an interactive workshop to deliberate on a feasibility study and associated costs regarding the future of three […]
CAPE TOWN – In recent times, the Western Cape has been graced with a deficient number of media reports coming from the South African Police Service (SAPS). With an average of a mere 2 reports per day in January 2024, it raises critical questions about the transparency and accuracy of the limited information provided to […]
In a significant move towards the conservation of South Africa’s marine biodiversity, the South African National Parks (SANParks) has announced the commencement of the Management Plan for the Robben Island Marine Protected Area (MPA). This initiative falls under the broader framework of Table Mountain National Park and aims to engage the public in shaping the […]
In a significant milestone for Mitchells Plain, the City’s Human Settlements Directorate continues to make strides in the provision of homeownership opportunities. Following the success of the Festive Deeds Challenge last year, the Directorate, led by Mayoral Committee Member for Human Settlements, Councillor Carl Pophaim, celebrated another round of title deed handovers in Tafelsig on […]
In a bid to enhance urban mobility and alleviate traffic congestion, the City of Cape Town’s Urban Mobility Directorate has announced the temporary closure of Pandoer Street in Bellville. The closure, effective from Friday, 16 February 2024, to Saturday, 20 July 2024, is part of the ongoing upgrade of Jip de Jager Drive into a […]
SOUTH AFRICA – The civil rights organization Cape Forum has called for an immediate and thorough investigation into allegations of political interference in South Africa’s fishing industry. The organization contends that rumours of undue influence and claims that the industry has become a breeding ground for cadre deployment pose a significant threat to the livelihood […]
