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Western Cape High Court rules City of Cape Town’s fixed charges unlawful
The Western Cape High Court has ruled that three fixed charges introduced by the City of Cape Town are unlawful, a significant victory for ratepayers.
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President Ramaphosa sets local government elections for 4 November
President Cyril Ramaphosa announced today that South Africa’s local government elections will be held on 4 November.
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City invites filmmakers to apply for film project support
Submissions are open until 31 May for Cape Town’s film fund, supporting projects that boost jobs, investment, and skills in the local film industry.
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City tables proposed R6.8bn budget for safety services
Cape Town has proposed a R6.8bn safety and security budget, focusing on infrastructure, staffing and emergency services, though it still awaits approval.
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Man guilty of R9.2 million Ponzi scheme fraud
A 62-year-old man was found guilty of a Ponzi scheme, defrauding investors of over R9.2 million, with sentencing scheduled.
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Postbank services end at Post Office branches from May
Postbank customers will lose access to SAPO banking services from May 1, following the completion of Postbank’s separation from the Post Office.
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Volunteers plant 200 indigenous trees at Karl Bremer Hospital
100 ASEZ WAO volunteers plant 200 indigenous trees at Karl Bremer Hospital on Freedom Day, coinciding with the Cape Town hospital’s 70th anniversary.
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Extinction threat looms over African penguins in Cape Town
Cape Town has warned that African penguins face extinction, with fewer than 10 000 breeding pairs left.
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Petition launched to reopen Parklands Satellite Police Station
Growing safety concerns in Parklands have sparked calls to reopen the satellite police station, with residents warning that low visibility is fuelling crime.
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Criminals hang dogs next to R300 to rob unsuspecting motorists
AWSSA warns of a cruel ambush tactic on the R300, where dogs are used to lure motorists into stopping before criminals strike.
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