Local Stories
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OPINION | Disrespecting our dead
Editor of City Vision Thulani Magazi expresses his opinion about the “lack of respect for graveyards, or the dead for that matter, particularly in the black communities of Khayelitsha, Gugulethu…
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Ukubuyiselwa Kwendlu: Impilo Entsha Kwasapho LakwaMchunu
There was joy and excitement in the Mchunu family in Langa as they celebrated moving back into their newly renovated home, after it was destroyed by fire during Easter last…
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Emerging gospel star Siphesihle Notwabaza releases EP
An emerging musician from Langa hopes to cement his place in the gospel music fraternity following the release of his debut Extended Play (EP) Umgelesho. The 35-year-old Siphesihle Notwabaza said…
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New housing project launch in Khayelitsha: What to expect
The construction of a housing development project at SST in Town Two, Khayelitsha is about to commence, given the building of the curbs and sidewalks. The Silvertown Emergency Housing Project…
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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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Ward 87 ECDs receive valuable donations for child development
Life will never be the same for the Early Childhood Development centres (ECDs) in Ward 87 after receiving material from their ward councillor on Thursday 10 April. Discover how 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.
