The Cape Navigator

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Category: Cape Town

Enjoy Summer Safely: Cape Town’s Community Pools Open Daily Until End of February

Enjoy Summer Safely: Cape Town’s Community Pools Open Daily Until End of February

As the peak festive season becomes a distant memory, the City’s Recreation and Parks Department gears up for a vibrant summer ahead. In a recent media statement, the department outlined its plans to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for residents and visitors utilizing the city’s recreational facilities. Community swimming pools, a staple of summer […]

R285.7 Million Invested in Plant and Vehicle Upgrades for Enhanced Waste Management

R285.7 Million Invested in Plant and Vehicle Upgrades for Enhanced Waste Management

WESTERN-CAPE – In a strategic move to bolster waste services and enhance operational efficiency, the City of Cape Town’s Urban Waste Management Directorate has announced plans to procure new and replacement plant and equipment valued at approximately R285.7 million for the 2023/24 financial year. Alderman Grant Twigg, the Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Waste Management, […]

Traffic Official Arrested for Corruption: Hawks Investigate Extortion Allegations

Traffic Official Arrested for Corruption: Hawks Investigate Extortion Allegations

Renay Claudine Ruiters (47), a traffic official, was arrested today by the Hawks’ Bellville-based Serious Corruption Investigation team for alleged acts of corruption. The arrest follows accusations that Ruiters extorted R15,000.00 from an individual she had apprehended for driving under the influence of alcohol in September 2023. The Hawks were alerted to the matter, prompting […]

Dramatic Twist as Task Team Nabs Culprit Behind Fake Kidnapping Scheme

Dramatic Twist as Task Team Nabs Culprit Behind Fake Kidnapping Scheme

PHILIPPI, CAPE TOWN – The Western Cape Multi-disciplinary Kidnapping Task Team has successfully apprehended a 25-year-old suspect accused of orchestrating his own kidnapping. The elaborate ruse, designed to extort money from his family, unfolded over the course of several days. The ordeal began on Tuesday, 02 January 2024, when a foreign national reported his brother […]

Sunset Snafu: Sunset Pickpockets Pestering Signal Hill

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Heed the horizon, not handbags: Signal Hill sunset turns sour for some as pickpockets lurk beneath the beauty. The iconic panorama of Cape Town bathed in golden light draws locals and tourists alike to Signal Hill’s grassy slopes. But amidst the breathtaking sunsets, a less picturesque trend is emerging – stealthy thefts marring the experience. […]

Fire Erupts on Muizenberg Mountain – Quick Response by Firefighters Ensures Control

Fire Erupts on Muizenberg Mountain – Quick Response by Firefighters Ensures Control

In a startling incident on Muizenberg Mountain, a fire broke out, reportedly ignited by individuals in the Muizenberg area. The swift action of the City of Cape Town’s firefighters, however, has prevented the situation from escalating further. The police have apprehended suspects believed to be responsible for starting the fire. Multiple fire crews have courageously […]

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