Seaside Community Newspaper
HERMANUS – Voëlklip and Kammabaai beaches in the popular coastal town of Hermanus have been temporarily closed due to a shark sighting on March 20, 2024. The closure comes after lifeguards observed sharks swimming close to the shore, posing a potential risk to swimmers. In a statement released by authorities, the beach closure is a […]
A swift response by Cape Town Law Enforcement officers led to the arrest of four armed robbery suspects shortly after they targeted the Telkom store in Sea Point this morning. Officers were alerted to the robbery in progress. Upon patrolling the area, they identified a vehicle matching the witness descriptions and apprehended the suspects. Two […]
DURBANVILLE – Curro Langebaan is celebrating the impressive victory of one of its students, Jayden Naude. Over the weekend, Jayden secured a first-place finish in his age group (9-10 years) at the prestigious SA Kids Golf Tournament held in Durbanville. The school expressed their immense pride in Jayden’s achievement, stating, “We are extremely proud of […]
WESTERN CAPE – Two South African Police Service (SAPS) members received prison sentences for their role in a 2011 corruption scandal involving the seizure of illicit cigarettes. Wilfred Martin (56) and Shaun Farmer (43) were found guilty of fraud and defeating the ends of justice after they failed to properly register all confiscated goods from […]
TABLE VIEW – Police were called to a brutal crime scene at the corners of Gie- and Circle Road in Parklands shortly before 20:00 on Sunday, March 17th, 2024. Upon arrival, officers discovered an unidentified woman suffering from multiple stab wounds. The officers’ immediate focus was securing medical help for the victim, who was rushed […]
HERMANUS – Juan Streicher, a Grade 10 student at Hermanus High School, continues to make waves in the karate world. After earning his Black Belt in November 2023, Juan showcased his skills at the Western Province Championships on March 9th, 2024. Juan’s hard work and dedication paid off, as he secured a Gold Medal for […]
HERMANUS – Authorities are appealing for public assistance in locating a woman who has been missing since July 29, 2021. The woman, referred to as Martha Wakeford, was last seen by her son in Hermanus. Her current whereabouts remain unknown. Martha is described as being of slender build, approximately 1.5 meters tall, and weighing around […]
South African motorists should expect a slight increase in petrol prices this April, according to unaudited data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF). However, the Automobile Association (AA) notes that the same data suggests a slight decrease in diesel and illuminating paraffin prices. The AA acknowledges that while the fuel outlook is mixed, any relief […]
South Africa’s National Treasury released a report on local government finances, revealing that municipalities spent nearly half (46.3%) of their total budget by the end of December 2023. However, revenue collection fell short, with municipalities only collecting 50.3% of their budgeted income. This mismatch between spending and revenue collection raises concerns about the financial health […]
South Africa’s Parliament is buzzing with activity this week as President Cyril Ramaphosa prepares to answer tough questions on Tuesday. Lawmakers will grill him on the government’s plans for job creation, land reform strategies, and updates on public official lifestyle audits. It’s anticipated he’ll also discuss intensifying the successful Employment Stimulus program. Key Highlights: Before […]