Local News
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Trains return to Khayelitsha: A game changer for commuters
The return of the trains to Khayelitsha has been hailed by commuters who believe their reintroduction will significantly improve their living conditions and travelling expenses. After nearly six years, trains…
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Khayelitsha roadworks: A R7.5 million revamp for better living
With winter rains on the cards, a multi-million rand project to revamp key routes in some parts of Khayelitsha is underway. The work is expected to be completed in the…
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Health awareness drive in Mfuleni brings services to the community
Discover the importance of bringing health services to people with community health drives offering essential screenings and education. n a quest to bring health services closer to the people, the…
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Nkanini fire displaces 800 residents: Community urged to help
Nkanini fire displaces 800 residents, destroying more than 200 shacks. At this stage there is no indication of what caused the fire. There were no injuries to civilians, but one…
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Stealing from the dead: Khayelitsha Cemetery’s plight
The impact of crime on Khayelitsha Cemetery, where vandalism threatens the dignity of burial sites and graves, urges a desperate plea from locals and the Khayelitsha Development Forum.
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Eskom’s construction won’t disrupt Somagwaza initiation traditions
Eskom construction will not affect initiations. Find out how Somagwaza Institute ensures safety for all initiates and parents.
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Khayelitsha’s train revival: Benefits community and economy
After more than five years the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) officially re-introduced trains to Khayelitsha on Monday 7 April as part of its Central Line rehabilitation programme.
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Sanco faction dispute disrupts cleaning jobs in Cape Town
Members of the South African National Civics Organisation (Sanco) in Ward 35 in Lower Crossroads are at loggerheads over work opportunities in the neighbourhood.
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Ikhwezi Clinic offers free services at community Open Day
Find out about the health promoted at clinic open day and participate in free testing and community health education initiatives.
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Shacks on the surge in the Cape
The Cape Metro is home to more than 270 000 informal households and with the rise of new settlements such as Covid-19 in Mfuleni has quickly grown to be one…
