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Category: Cape Town

COCT Takes Action to Address Panorama Road Woes

COCT Takes Action to Address Panorama Road Woes

PAROW – In response to mounting frustrations expressed by Panorama residents over neglected road repairs, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has taken swift action. Following a burst water pipe incident last year, the prolonged delay in addressing road conditions has raised concerns among the community. The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate […]

R1.25 Million in Fines: CoCT Issues 980 Penalties for Waste Violations in Festive Quarter

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In a determined effort to maintain cleanliness and enforce waste management regulations, the City of Cape Town’s Urban Waste Management by-law enforcement unit has been unyielding in its pursuit of a cleaner city during the festive season. The last quarter of 2023 saw a staggering 980 fines issued, totalling R1.25 million, targeting various offences such […]

BELA Bill Threatens Parental Rights in Western Cape Schools, Warns Cape Forum

Image by Cape Forum.

SOUTH AFRICA – The Basic Education Laws Amendment Bill (BELA Bill) has come under intense scrutiny from Cape Forum, a civil rights organization, as it warns that if accepted in its current form, the legislation will undermine parents’ influence in their children’s education, particularly concerning language and admission policies in schools. In a media statement […]

Rise in Street Child Crime Sparks Safety Concerns on Atlantic Seaboard

Rise in Street Child Crime Sparks Safety Concerns on Atlantic Seaboard

CAMPS BAY – In a distressing incident yesterday morning 3 February, a Camps Bay woman was attacked and stabbed in the right arm by a street child near the Camps Bay beachfront. According to Peter Flentov, an admin of The Atlantic Seaboard Community Forum, residents and members of a local armed response company provided first […]

Dr Shaheem De Vries Takes the Helm at Groote Schuur Hospital

Dr Shaheem De Vries pictured alongside the leadership team of Groote Schuur Hospital.

CAPE TOWN – In a significant announcement, the Western Cape Government has named Dr Shaheem De Vries as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Groote Schuur Hospital, effective from February 1, 2024. Bringing a wealth of leadership and clinical experience, Dr De Vries is set to lead the Groote Schuur Hospital team of nearly […]

Homeless Man Allegedly Found Murdered at Table View Communal Parking Area

Communal Parking near Flamingo Square. Image from Google Street View.

TABLE VIEW, CAPE TOWN – In a shocking turn of events, an alleged well-known homeless man was found dead in a communal parking area at Flamingo Square on Blauwberg Road, Table View. The circumstances surrounding the death are uncertain, with speculations ranging from a possible stabbing to strangulation. Residents are growing increasingly concerned as details […]

Planned Water Supply Maintenance in CPT from 6 to 8 February 2024

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In a statement released by the City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate, residents in certain areas of Cape Town are advised to prepare for planned water supply disruptions from 6 to 8 February 2024. The maintenance work is crucial for the enhancement of water supply infrastructure, benefiting customers in the long run. Zero-pressure Tests and Conditional […]

Blaze Forces Closure of Khayelitsha Library

Fire inflicts damage on the Khayelitsha Library.

The Khayelitsha Library, a cherished hub of knowledge and community engagement in the City of Cape Town, has been forced to temporarily close its doors after a fire broke out yesterday, February 1. The incident occurred shortly after the library closed for the day, with an apparent explosion in the server room triggering the unfortunate […]

Cape Town’s February Fiesta Kicks Off with a Bang

Cape Town’s February Fiesta Kicks Off with a Bang

Cape Town is set to embrace a vibrant and eventful February, capitalizing on the beautiful summer weather that graces the Mother City. The City of Cape Town is throwing its support behind an impressive lineup of 21 diverse events taking place throughout the month, showcasing the city’s prowess in sports, arts, entertainment, and business. The […]

Emergency Crime Line Meltdown: CPT Residents Left in the Dark as 10111 Down for Days

Minister of police, Bheki Cele. File photo by Ashraf Hendricks.

In a startling revelation, it has been reported that the South African Police Service’s emergency number, 10111, has been non-functional in the Cape Town area for several days, leaving residents unable to report emergencies using the dedicated 10111 service. This concerning information was brought to light by prominent journalist Yusuf Abramjee in a social media […]

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