Local Stories
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Khayelitsha shack fire survivors struggle to rebuild
A fire in Khayelitsha’s SST informal settlement destroyed over 40 shacks, leaving more than 100 people homeless, with victims seeking assistance to rebuild.
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Over 100 left homeless after shack fire in Town Two
A fire at SST informal settlement destroyed over 40 shacks, leaving 100 homeless; the cause is unknown, and assessments continue.
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IVATI Conference Nyanga Set to Empower Youth in Maumau
The IVATI Music, Arts, Sport and Fashion Conference aims to empower youth through positive initiatives, addressing issues like crime and substance abuse.
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KTC Gugulethu sports facility keeps children off the streets
Ward 38 has built a new sports facility in KTC Gugulethu to provide safe recreation for children, addressing prior safety and accessibility issues.
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Nyanga residents celebrate Etafeni Centre Open Day
Residents of Nyanga celebrated the Etafeni Centre’s Open Day, learning about its expanded community services beyond early childhood development, including sewing and gardening projects.
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Harare residents barricade streets amid rising crime
Residents in Harare have barricaded streets for three months due to rising crime, aiming to enhance safety and control movement.
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Teacher builds Cape Town High School Book Club to inspire young readers
Aphiwe Sigadi initiated a book club at Cape Town High School, promoting literacy and supporting learners with a new school library.
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New KDF leadership pledges unity, transparency and revival of forum
The new KDF leadership aims to redesign the forum for unity and transparency while addressing community issues like extortion and investor confusion.
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Teachers call for tighter school security amid rising crime
The teachers’ union urges the Department of Basic Education to enhance school security amid rising crime affecting educators and learners.
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Illegal sand mining in Khayelitsha leads to digger loaders being impounded
The City impounded two digger loaders used in illegal sand mining in Khayelitsha, raising safety and regulatory concerns for the community.
