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Hot, windy fire season awaits City and surrounding areas
Recent weather conditions in Cape Town increase fire threats, prompting local authorities to bolster emergency services. With a 40% rise in vegetation fires since 2021, the City emphasizes collective responsibility. Public cooperation, including reporting incidents, is crucial as resources like…
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Jong man van Stellenbosch sterf in ongeluk naby Klapmuts
Twee mans is Saterdagaand in ’n noodlottige ongeluk op die R44 naby Klapmuts dood. Die polisie ondersoek ’n saak van strafbare manslag.
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Eskom smart meter rollout comes to Blue Downs
Eskom will begin installing smart meters at Malibu Village in Blue Downs on Wednesday 12 November, as part of an ongoing rollout in the Western Cape that started in Table View in October.
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Malibu Village next in line for smart meter rollout
“The technology is already working in some areas, and now it’s Malibu Village’s turn.”
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Durbanville se top-sakelui bekroon
Leiers uit die landbougemeenskap van Durbanville het oorheers in die Durbanville-Sakekamer se Sakeman en Sakevrou van die Jaar-kompetisie.
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City updates on park care amid residents’ maintenance concerns
Questions about the maintenance of Brand Park have been addressed by the City of Cape Town.
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Roads to be resurfaced in Belhar and Bellville South
The City of Cape Town is resurfacing sections of Akkerboom Road in Belhar and Robert Sobukwe Road in Bellville South and Montana, expected to finish by 28 November. Maintenance includes new asphalt, kerb replacement, and road markings. Residents are urged…
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Adjunkhoof help vroue in sy gemeenskap
“Ná die besoek het ek by ‘n 86-jarige ouma wat ek ken ‘n draai gemaak. Dit was iemand voor wie ek groot geraak het, en daar was geen elektrisiteit op haar kragmeter nie.”
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Residents on alert as grass fires flare up in Flamingo Vlei
Flamingo Vlei residents demonstrated vigilance as they reported multiple small fires last week, helping contain them before they spread. The Table View Neighbourhood Watch stressed the importance of community awareness during fire season. Authorities are monitoring the situation and urging…
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Quick-thinking Monte Vista residents remove fallen branches after strong winds
Residents of Monte Vista removed fallen tree branches blocking a roadway, addressing a dangerous situation caused by strong winds.