Seaside Community Newspaper
The City of Cape Town has simplified building and development inquiries by introducing a centralized phone number. Residents and developers can now dial 021 401 4702 for all related questions, streamlining a process that was previously more complex. “We want to make doing business with the City as easy as possible,” said Alderman Eddie Andrews, […]
PRETORIA – In a major legal setback, renowned South African musician Arthur Mafokate has lost his court battle to have his luxury Midrand guest house released from a preservation order. The Pretoria High Court dismissed Mafokate’s application, citing allegations of his involvement in a National Lotteries Commission (NLC) fraud and corruption scandal. The preservation order […]
In the latest report released by Transparency International (TI), global efforts to combat corruption are facing a severe setback as the rule of law declines, leading to a rise in corrupt practices across the world. The 2023 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) unveiled by the watchdog has revealed that South Africa, along with 22 other countries, […]
BELLVILLE – In a collaborative effort between the Hawks’ National Priority Violent Crime team based in Bellville and the National Intervention Unit, two wanted suspects have been traced and arrested in the Western Cape for the possession of prohibited firearms and ammunition. The arrests were made on 31 January 2024, marking a significant breakthrough in […]
KHAYELITSHA – In a commendable display of vigilance, police officers attached to Lingelethu-West SAPS successfully thwarted a suspected stolen property operation during high-density patrols on Tuesday, 30 January 2024. The operation unfolded when officers, conducting routine patrols, entered Siphiwe Street in Illitha Park at approximately 10:20. Alert to their surroundings, the officers observed a White […]
SOUTH AFRICA – Concerns have been raised regarding the Upstream Petroleum Resources Development Bill, currently under consideration by Parliament. AfriForum, a prominent civil rights organization, asserts that the proposed legislation harbours flaws that demand urgent attention to safeguard against potential corruption and unchecked ministerial powers. The primary issue highlighted by AfriForum is the lack of […]
TABLE MOUNTAIN – In a recent media statement released by SANParks Table Mountain National Park, it has been confirmed that another Helihack operation is currently underway at the Back Table and above Newlands Contour, spanning the area between Hiddingh Ravine and Window Gorge in the Northern Section of Table Mountain National Park. Park Users are […]
In a notable development, the Western Cape Government has reported substantial progress in the ongoing roadworks in the Witzenberg municipal town of Ceres. The project, identified as Contract No. C1216, focuses on the periodic maintenance of MR310, DR1458, and DR1487, spanning the crucial route between Ceres and Op Die Berg. Commencing in November 2023, the […]
CAPE TOWN – In a bold display of frustration and concern, the civil rights organization Cape Forum, along with local community leaders, activists, and various civil rights organizations, united in front of the Mitchells Plain police station on Friday, January 26. Their protest aimed to draw attention to the alarming spike in firearms thefts at […]
CAMPS BAY – The planned water supply maintenance in Camps Bay, initially scheduled for 1st February 2024, has been postponed to 2nd February 2024. The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will be undertaking crucial work in Camps Bay, resulting in temporary water supply disruptions. The City apologizes for any inconvenience caused and emphasizes the importance […]
