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Fundraiser in Ottery to help Deen Louw foundation feed the needy
The Foundation was established in 1992 to feed mainly people in Mitchells Plain and the surrounding areas, but Louw’s dream is to go outside of Cape Town.
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Athlone police warn Uber drivers of robbery risk in Bokmakierie and Kewtown
Police are urging communities to be careful and safe when they go on their daily errands as they will never know when they will become a statistic of a robbery
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Local investigator recognised for his sterling work against crime
He was thrown into the detective branch, specialising in property-related crimes – housebreaking, theft and robbery.
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Swims raise thousands of rands
A group of swimmers completed five ocean swims to raise over R30,000 for a local community garden, promoting food security.
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Walls of Bertha House pulse with power
On June 7, Bertha House hosted Women Talk with Liqhame, fostering healing and empowerment through discussions on mindset and financial literacy.
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Bam aims to inspire young people
Michael-Daniel Bam, Cape Town’s Junior Mayor, leads youth initiatives, promotes engagement, and fosters community empowerment through the Michael Daniel Bam Foundation and impactful projects.
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Woodstock smash-and-grab attempt thwarted thanks to quick-thinking councillor
A would-be crime victim in Lower Church Street got away unharmed after a local councillor Yusuf Mohamad halted an attempted robbery of a delivery bakkie.
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Cape Town court hears case of 9-year-old allegedly raped by uncle in Hout Bay
A Hout Bay man (47) accused of sexually abusing his nine-year-old niece appeared in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court today.
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Activists urge action during child Protection Week in South Africa
“The protection of children starts at home and in the community.” So says Steenberg activist in light of Child Protection Week.
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Cape Town launches Lower Salt River Forum to tackle pollution, urban flooding
Reducing pollution and flooding across key parts of the Salt River catchment will be high on the agenda for the new Lower Salt River Catchment Management Forum.