Real life news from all over the Western Cape
For Business Robbery Three police constables from the Nyanga SAPS have been arrested for allegedly robbing a spaza shop in Mfuleni’s Extension 2 on 1 October 2024. The shocking crime, committed while the officers were on duty, has raised serious concerns about corruption within law enforcement. According to a police report, the officers—aged 28, 28, … Read More “Nyanga Police Officers Arrested” »
Who Truly Has Rights? Cape Town: Gunfire echoes through the Cape Flats like a chilling nightly routine. Fear has become a way of life, not just for adults but for children who have learned to distinguish between fireworks and bullets before they can even write their names. On the night of March 4, multiple shooting … Read More “South African Broken Justice System” »
Ten Arrests as MultiChoice Fights Back…! Cape Town:- In 2024, MultiChoice, the parent company of DStv, intensified its efforts against pirate streaming services, achieving several successful raids and arrests in recent months. Notably, six arrests tied to pirate streaming operations have been made in the last six months, more than double the total number of … Read More “DStv Cracks Down on Illegal Streaming” »
MOORREESBURG – The two police officers from Moorreesburg, accused of raping a 27-year-old woman, are set to appear in the local court on Wednesday. The suspects, who remain in custody, have already appeared in court twice but have yet to formally apply for bail, as they have not officially been charged. The court is still … Read More “Public Support for Accused Policemen Raises Questions” »
Saldanhabaai: Die verhoor van Kelly Smith, haar lewensmaat Jacquin Appollis en vriend Steveno van Rhyn het vir die tweede dag in die hooggeregshof in Saldanhabaai voortgeduur. Die saak het aansienlike openbare belangstelling gelok, weens die erns van die bewerings. Die trio word aangekla van ontvoering en mensehandel, wat verband hou met die verdwyning van Smith … Read More “Dag 2 – Joshlin Smith verhoor.” »
In South Africa Uncovers Deadly Cache Cape Town, South Africa (CNN) – In a high-stakes intelligence-driven operation, South African authorities have seized a massive cache of illegal firearms, explosives, and drugs in the Western Cape, marking a significant victory in the fight against organized crime. A multi-disciplinary team, including Anti-Gang Unit investigators, Crime Intelligence (Counter … Read More “Breaking News – Major Arms and Drug Bust” »
Stellenbosch:- A raging mountain fire has broken out on Monday in Kylemore, Stellenbosch, prompting an urgent response from multiple firefighting teams. The Cape Winelands District Municipality’s Fire Services have confirmed that crews are actively battling the blaze, which is being driven by warm temperatures and strong winds. Firefighting Efforts Underway Firefighting vehicles, ground crews, and … Read More “Fierce Mountain Fire Rages” »
Saldanha: On March 3, 2025, the trial concerning the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith commenced at the White City Multipurpose Centre in Saldanha Bay. The court was transformed to accommodate the local community, reflecting the profound impact of the case on residents. The accused—Joshlin’s mother, Kelly Smith; her boyfriend, Jacquin “Boeta” Appollis; and friend, Steveno … Read More “Joshlin Smith – Kelly Pleaded Not Guilty” »
“They far away from home tonight” We hope you will share the UNTOLD STORY of the 3 Children of George who disappeared without a trace in 2004 – invite your friends to join the GeorgeKindersVermis group and help Miena Carolus to bring her kids home. The 3 MISSING CHILDREN from George in South Africa, … Read More “Looking For My Kids – A mother’s Cry..!!!” »
Your Voice Matters Do you have a passion for storytelling? Have you ever witnessed something inspiring, shocking, or heartwarming and wished more people could hear about it? Now’s your chance! CCN is looking for aspiring writers and storytellers to be part of something exciting. While we are still building our readership, we invite you to … Read More “Calling All Writers!” »
