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Upgrades to over 400 sewer-pump stations
In preparation for the busy summer season the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has intensified maintenance at its 487 sewer-pump stations, including 102 along the coastline, to […]
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Book launched on Guinness World Record running trip through Africa
The entrepreneur and investor Keith Boyd, previously from Durbanville, who has broken a Guinness World Record for the fastest run from Cape Town to Cairo last year, launched a book with his memoirs recently.
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Big development plans for Altydgedacht wine farm despite urban edge
Residents and local stakeholders are being invited to comment on ambitious plans to develop part of the historic Altydgedacht wine farm in Durbanville — one of the largest residential projects planned for Durbanville in recent years.
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Watch calls for action as motorists speed over school crossing
The pedestrian crossing opposite Portland Primary School is a tragedy waiting to happen, say neighbourhood watch members.
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Massive industrial fire prevented in Montague Gardens
fierce warehouse fire in Montague Gardens on Thursday 13 November nearly escalated into a large-scale industrial catastrophe, but swift action by City firefighters halted the blaze before it could spread to neighbouring factories. Multiple fire engines, water tankers and an…
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Drive brings IDs to Melkbosstrand community
Melkbosstrand residents have finally regained access to vital social grants — thanks to a collaborative drive led by the local police, the Spiritual Crime Prevention Forum, and Home Affairs, which brought mobile ID units directly to the community.
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Patients ‘in danger’ after alleged gangster was shot
“They are bound by medical protocols and the code of health. The doctors and nurses are doing their jobs under impossible conditions.”
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Bothasig CPF’s social walk raises awareness about GBVF and community safety
The Bothasig community united against gender-based violence during a social walk, raising awareness and emphasizing collective action for change.
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Western Cape sees spike in measles cases as officials warn parents to vaccinate
“Western Cape faces measles outbreaks in 6 urban areas due to declining vaccination rates. Health department launches targeted immunization campaigns. Free vaccines available at public facilities.”
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Community fights Velodrome plans
Bellville Velodrome faces uncertain future as Cape Town pursues R300 million private redevelopment. Community advocates fight to preserve affordable access for disadvantaged youth and para-athletes against commercialization fears.
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