Seaside Community Newspaper
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 […]
The Western Cape Liquor Authority (WCLA) has slapped liquor outlets with fines totalling just under R7 million to curb non-compliance with licensing regulations. Between November 1, 2022, and November 24, 2023, the WCLA conducted extensive inspections and issued 169 fines across the province, with 49 fines amounting to R2.1 million directed at license holders in […]
CLIFTON, CAPE TOWN – A mysterious drowning incident off the shores of Clifton has left authorities puzzled as they appeal for information to identify a woman believed to be a Clifton local in her 50s. The incident occurred on Sunday morning, 11 February, when open water swimmers discovered the woman face down in the water […]
In an unwavering commitment to preserving the integrity of municipal stormwater and sewer systems, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has intensified its efforts to eradicate illegal connections. Spearheading this initiative is the dedicated Water Pollution Control Unit, employing cutting-edge smoke-detection technology to trace pathways and pinpoint unauthorized links. The City’s proactive […]
GEORGE – In a tragic turn of events, an adult male angler from Pacaltsdorp was swept off rocks into the sea by waves while fishing from the shoreline East of Gwaing River Mouth on Saturday, 10 February. The National Sea Rescue Institute (NSRI) Wilderness station was immediately activated following reports from the South African Police […]
The National Consumer Commission (NCC) has issued a critical alert, urging immediate action from individuals who have purchased specific peanut butter brands. Dischem’s Lifestyle 400 grams Smooth and Crunchy, Dischem’s Lifestyle 800 grams Smooth and Crunchy, Wazoogles Superfoods in all sizes from 32g to 20 KG, Pick n’ Pay’s No Name 1KG Smooth, and Eden […]
In a significant development for the Southern Africa Labour and Development Research Unit (SALDRU), Reza Daniels has assumed the role of Director, succeeding Murray Leibbrandt, who stepped down in December 2023. With a firm commitment to challenging inequalities through policy-relevant academic research, Daniels brings a wealth of experience and a vision for fostering continuous methodological […]
CAPE TOWN – In the Bellville Specialised Commercial Crimes Court, international car salesman Coert Knoetze (56) has been sentenced for fraud and theft after being convicted on January 22, 2024. The court, in a ruling delivered on February 9, 2024, sentenced Knoetze to six years of imprisonment, wholly suspended for four years under the condition […]
The City of Cape Town is set to immerse itself in a vibrant celebration of the arts and culture as it partners with the Investec Cape Town Art Fair, the largest art fair on the African continent. From February 16 to 18, 2024, the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) will be transformed into a […]
Workshop Discusses Feasibility Study and Costs CAPE TOWN – The Water and Sanitation Directorate, in collaboration with the Section 79 Water and Sanitation Portfolio Committee and the Section 80 Mayoral Advisory Committee for Inland Water Quality, recently conducted an interactive workshop to deliberate on a feasibility study and associated costs regarding the future of three […]
