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Residents run amok
Unrest spread like wildfire throughout various areas on the Cape Flats on Tuesday 31 May. This as reports of alleged kidnappings flooded social media, encouraging tensions and frustration in communities.
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Noon gun firing delays
Centuries ago, the Signal Hill noon gun was fired for time-signal purposes. Today the firing of the cannon signals to many working in the City Bowl and surrounding areas that it’s time for their lunch break.
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‘Children should have bright future’
Chanting “protect our future” and “enough is enough” Vrygrond residents and their children stood holding placards to bring attention to violence and crime committed against children.
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Theft out of vehicles a concern
With out of motor vehicle (MV) theft still the dominant crime type reported in Claremont, police have asked the public to be extra vigilant when it comes to parking and locking their cars, and, most importantly, not to leave any…
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Base stands to attention
In what has been described as “a first of its kind”, a meeting held last month served as a platform for residents to engage with the military about concerns around the deteriorating conditions in and around the Two Military Base…
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Call to suspend suspected rapist
Activists in Mitchell’s Plain have given police management until today (7 June) to meet a list of demands including the suspension of a police station employee accused of sexual assault.
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Increases fuel frustration
While the Russian invasion of Ukraine may feel thousands of kilometres away, locals are feeling the pinch as fuel prices soar to record highs.
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Thieves target VW Polos as car theft increases in Rondebosch
With VW Polos being identified as the most-targeted by car thieves in Rondebosch in May, the police has sent out a warning to owners of the vehicle make to be vigilant and observant.
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Rondebosch residents turn to recycling for the answer
Whether understanding of the plight of bin pickers or tired of the mess that some tend to leave behind on pavements, recycling has been placed on the table as a solution that will benefit both reclaimers and residents.
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New fire truck for local brigade
The Mitchell’s Plain Fire Station will boast some new fire trucks, thanks to the introduction of a new fleet to the City of Cape Town’s department.










