City encourages waste management companies to align with international best practices In a dedicated effort to promote sustainable waste management practices, the City of Cape Town is calling on all waste management companies operating within its jurisdiction to apply for waste accreditation. The move comes in response to the growing global concern over environmental sustainability […]
HERMANUS – The Overstrand Municipality has recently tabled its draft annual report for the 2022/23 financial year, inviting public scrutiny and comment on the municipality’s performance. However, residents and observers are raising eyebrows at the seemingly elusive accessibility of the report online. At a January meeting of the Council, the draft annual report was presented, […]
In a commendable display of efficiency and resilience, the Western Cape Department of Social Development (DSD) is currently assessing the extensive damage caused by a fire at its Sivuyile residential facility. The incident unfolded at 10 am on Thursday, impacting two buildings and prompting a rapid response to ensure the safety of all 110 residents, […]
CAPE TOWN – With a staggering increase of more than 7,500 cases of diarrhoea in children under the age of five during November and December, City Health is urging parents to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to protect their children. The surge in cases is attributed to the summer season, which typically sees a […]
CAPE TOWN – In a relentless pursuit of curbing the surge in gang-related violence, law enforcement efforts in the Western Cape led to a high-speed chase resulting in the arrest of two suspects, aged 16 and 27, on Thursday, January 25, 2024. Members attached to the Public Order Police were on patrol near Heideveld, on […]
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 […]