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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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Dunoon dog rescued after days in sewage water
After spending several days trapped in toxic sewage water in Dunoon a severely injured dog was pulled to safety by Cheryl Lyn Potgieter, founder of Cheryl Lyn’s Rescue Organisation. Despite her courageous efforts the rescue ended in heartbreak when the…
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Sanccob tightens biosecurity as bird flu threatens seabirds
Sanccob has heightened biosecurity measures after an African Penguin tested positive for HPAI, amid rising cases among seabirds in the Western Cape. The public is urged not to handle affected birds, while Sanccob focuses on testing and rehabilitating seabirds. Strict…
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Two Nigerian nationals arrested for bribery in Cape Town
Two men, Livinus Okechukwu Ndukuba and Cletus Obiwuru, were convicted of corruption in Bellville for attempting to bribe a police officer in a drug case. They were each fined R15,000 or given a three-year prison sentence and declared unfit to…
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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.
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Monte Vista woman robbed at gunpoint, suspect escapes in taxi
Monte Vista woman robbed at gunpoint near tennis courts. Suspect escaped by taxi after stealing cards, phone and car keys. Community mobilized quickly.
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Write your way to peace: Tutu Foundation launches global letter campaign
Tutu Foundation launches global Letters for Peace campaign. Share your peace message for digital Peace Wall at Cape Town lecture. Free tickets available.
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Councillor praises Bonteheuwel community for peaceful Guy Fawkes
Angus McKenzie, the ward councillor for Bonteheuwel, commended residents for their peaceful Guy Fawkes celebrations. He highlighted their collective actions in reporting incidents, aiding law enforcement in preventing bigger problems. Despite some lawbreakers, McKenzie noted the community’s strength in opposing…
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Fireworks fears fade: Cape Town’s pets enjoy calmer Guy Fawkes night
Cape Town SPCA had calmer Guy Fawkes night with only 7 fireworks incidents from 51 calls, thanks to law enforcement collaboration efforts.
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