Local Stories
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Lwandle hostel residents celebrate long-awaited housing upgrades
Residents in Lwandle celebrate upgraded homes, addressing health concerns and improving living conditions through a project by the City’s Department of Human Settlements.
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Two killed, three hurt in Browns Farm shebeen shooting
Nyanga police have registered two counts of murder and three counts of attempted murder following a shooting incident on Tuesday, 21 April, at Eyadini informal settlement in Browns Farm, Philippi.
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Newborn baby found dead in Khayelitsha shipping container
Residents of Thembukhwezi, Khayelitsha were left disturbed by the discovery of the body of a newborn dumped in a shipping container on Monday 20 April.
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Cape Town launches new app feature to report crime and bylaw violations
Cape Town’s City App now allows public reporting of bylaw incidents, enhancing safety and reducing emergency call volumes.
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Unplanned outages affecting areas across the Western Cape
Eskom customers in the Western Cape are facing power outages due to weather-related infrastructure damage; restoration efforts are ongoing.
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How Inga Mkoko built a shisanyama and soup kitchen in Nyanga
“Never give up on life” were the words of a young businessman, Inga Mkoko from Lusaka, Nyanga, founder of Sir Vas Legacy Business.
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UCT medical students educate community on TB and HIV
Fourth-year medical students hosted a TB and HIV/AIDS awareness event, educating healthcare workers and addressing misconceptions in the community.
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Gugulethu star Luukhanyo blends Jazz, Hip-Hop and soul success
The Gugulethu-born artist described his recent debut at the Cape Town International Jazz Festival alongside local band The Hii Rollers, as a dream.
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Khayelitsha community farming empowers local residents
A young farmer in Khayelitsha emphasizes hard work and community empowerment through various projects, facing challenges like water shortages and funding.
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Khayelitsha shooting: Man gunned down near Ilitha Park spaza shop
An unidentified man shot and killed at Ilitha Park in Khayelitsha on Thursday 16 April.
