Seaside Community Newspaper
As winter approaches, the City of Cape Town is calling on registered non-profit organizations, particularly shelters catering to those living on the streets, to submit their applications for the Winter Readiness Programme. The initiative, scheduled to run from April 29 to October 31 this year, aims to bolster the efforts of these organizations in providing […]
CAPE TOWN – The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has announced planned water supply maintenance from 19 to 23 February, impacting various areas in and around Cape Town. The essential work aims to improve water supply infrastructure and reduce water wastage, forming part of the City’s Water Demand Management Strategy. Zero-Pressure Tests and Conditional Assessments: […]
In response to the growing threat of the Polyphagous Shot Hole Borer beetle (PSHB) in various suburbs, the City of Cape Town is taking proactive measures by offering free training sessions to both formal and informal businesses involved in handling trees and plant material. The invasive PSHB beetle has become a significant concern for the […]
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 […]
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, […]
In a candid statement during the State of the Nation Address, Sylvia Lucas, the former Premier of the Northern Cape and current Deputy Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, remains pragmatic in the face of ongoing energy challenges. Lucas dismisses the severity of load shedding, emphasizing that it is a manageable hurdle rather than […]
Severe weather events, including coastal flooding and fires, pose a significant threat to the City of Cape Town’s (CoCT) transport infrastructure, with an estimated value of R20 billion, according to a recent analysis by researchers at the University of Cape Town (UCT). The study, published in the Journal of the South African Institution of Civil […]
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 […]
In a heartfelt plea for help, Rudi Sygo, a concerned individual, has taken to social media across the country to urgently seek any information regarding the family or relatives of Joan Maltman. Joan, currently in a fragile state of health, expresses a deep desire to reconnect with her family during this critical time. The search […]
In a concerning trend, the City of Cape Town has issued a warning to residents as the theft of wheelie bins sees a significant spike in 2023. According to recent data, reported cases of stolen bins have risen to 29,330, up from 28,653 in the previous year. Alderman Grant Twigg, Mayoral Committee Member for Urban […]
