Seaside Community Newspaper
WESTERN CAPE – In a significant legal development, Cape Forum’s Constitutional Court application seeking clarity on the power of premiers to call provincial referendums has intensified pressure on Parliament to enact appropriate legislation for the conduct of such referenda. The organization initially approached the court in May 2023 to resolve the ambiguity surrounding the legal […]
WESTERN CAPE – With the 2024 school year well underway, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) is reaffirming its dedication to the dignity and well-being of girl learners through its Sanitary Dignity Project. In collaboration with the Western Cape Education Department (WCED), the DSD has successfully distributed over 3.432 million packs of sanitary […]
In a resounding victory against false claims circulating on social media, the latest water quality sampling results for Camps Bay have been deemed excellent by the independent South African Bureau of Standards (SABS) Laboratory. The City of Cape Town released the results on Monday evening, 22 January, effectively refuting misinformation regarding the coastal water quality […]
STRAND – The planned water supply maintenance work in Strand, originally scheduled for Thursday, 25 January 2024, has been rescheduled to Wednesday, 31 January 2024. The maintenance work, involving crucial water meter installations, will take place from 10:00 until 17:00. The City sincerely regrets any inconvenience caused by this rescheduling and emphasizes its commitment to […]
The City of Cape Town is grappling with a concerning surge in smash-and-grab incidents along the notorious Jakes Gerwel Drive, with intersections such as Bluegum, Bofors, Jakkalsvlei, and the N2 identified as hotspots. Recent statistics from the Metro Police Strategic Surveillance Unit reveal a notable increase in these crimes, sparking a renewed call for motorists […]
Unaudited fuel data from the Central Energy Fund (CEF) suggests potential increases in all grades of fuel, except for illuminating paraffin. The Automobile Association (AA) has issued a press release on the mid-January fuel price outlook, expressing a negative view of the anticipated fuel prices for February. According to the AA, consumers should brace for […]
KENILWORTH, CAPE TOWN – In a recent verdict from the Specialised Commercial Crime Court on Monday, January 22, 2024, two individuals were sentenced to lengthy prison terms for their involvement in a sophisticated theft and money laundering scheme. The case exposed a convoluted financial trail that extended beyond national borders, leading to the arrest and […]
Western Cape Ministry of Education Reports Promising Reduction in Incidents, Urges Public Vigilance WESTERN CAPE – In a recent media statement, the Western Cape Ministry of Education highlighted a notable decrease in the number of schools affected by burglary and vandalism during the December holidays. Despite the provision of holiday security to 486 schools, the […]
FALSE BAY – In a heart-wrenching incident, a 23-year-old man from Khayelitsha has gone missing after being swept away by strong currents at Monwabisi Beach, False Bay. Despite an extensive search and rescue effort, there are still no signs of the young man. The City of Cape Town (CoCT) water rescue network was alerted to […]
PAROW – Residents in Panorama, Cape Town, are expressing frustration over the prolonged delay in road repairs following a burst water pipe incident that occurred last year. Despite multiple complaints and reported incidents, the City of Cape Town (COCT) has allegedly failed to address the pressing issue, leaving residents in dismay. One concerned resident, who […]
