Real life news from all over the Western Cape
The Rise of a Controversial Police Chief. Reporter – George April PAARL: – A storm is brewing over the appointment of a new police head in the Cape Winelands, as allegations of incompetence and corruption continue to shadow her career. The former Provincial Head of Visible Policing in Free State, whose rapid rise through the … Read More “From Free State to the Cape Winelands” »
Matroosfontein NHW Takes Action Against Eskom Infrastructure Sabotage. Reporter – George April Matroosfontein, Cape Town:- In a significant breakthrough against ongoing cable theft, the Matroosfontein Neighbourhood Watch (NHW) apprehended individuals responsible for the daily theft of Eskom cables in the area. The suspects, identified as residents of Bishop Lavis and Leonsdale, have strong ties to … Read More “Cable Theft Crisis” »
For What? HOPEFIELD:- I walked side by side with Gayton McKenzie during the 2021 elections, traveling through West Coast towns, urging people to vote for him. Not just me, community members joined, packed in taxis, wearing his party’s t-shirts. Then, in last year’s election, we did it again. We believed in him, so we worked … Read More “Gayton – We Walked with You” »
Berig – George April Van Rhynsdorp – Die gemeenskap van Van Rhynsdorp is geskok oor ‘n ernstige klag wat ingedien is teen ‘n plaaslike hoërskool, na beweerde gevalle van boeliegedrag, fisiese aanranding en onbehoorlike dissipline deur skoolpersoneel. Die voorval het wyd reaksie uitgelok en het nou die aandag van wetstoepassing owerhede getrek. Volgens die polisie-woordvoerder, … Read More “Die Van Rhynsdorp Kopseer” »
Deur Isaac Cloete SPRINGBOK:- ‘N 47-jarige man is hierdie week in die Springbok-streekhof skuldig bevind aan die seksuele aanranding van ‘n 11-jarige meisie in Bergsig. Foto: Speurkonstabel Agnes Vena Ná die gruwelike daad het hy vir haar skokkend genoeg, ‘n R5 gegee om stil te bly. Die voorval het op Saterdag, 1 April 2023, plaasgevind, … Read More “Bergsig – Molesteerder skuldig bevind” »
Amid Service Delivery Crisis Reporter – George April CAPE TOWN:- The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) strongly condemns the reckless spending of public funds by the West Coast District Municipality, which has invited municipal representatives from across the Western Cape on an extravagant, all-expenses-paid, three-day cruise. The purpose? To discuss the financial struggles of municipalities, … Read More “ACDP Slams Lavish Cruise For Municipal Officials” »
Two Suspects Arrested for Illegal Firearms. Reporter:- George April Athlone – Two suspects are expected to appear in the Athlone Magistrates’ Court following their arrest for the illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. According to police spokesperson Wesley Twigg, members of the Anti-Gang Unit acted swiftly after receiving a tip-off about ongoing shootings in the … Read More “Arrested for Illegal Firearms” »
A Call for Justice and Safety Reporter:- George April BELHAR:- The Belhar community is reeling from the devastating loss of a young life following the tragic shooting of a teenage girl outside her home on De Waal Street, Extension 12. While the details surrounding this heartbreaking incident are still unclear, the impact of this senseless … Read More “Tragic Loss in Belhar Community” »
Reporter – Ashley Rix Saldanha Bay:- As the sun rises on another crucial day in the courtroom, the hearts of many are heavy with the weight of anticipation. The trial surrounding #JoshlinSmith has gripped the nation, and today, more than ever, the call for justice echoes through the halls of law and across the hearts … Read More “A Cry for Justice – The Joshlin Smith Trial” »
Sauvignon Estate Perimeter Reporter – George April Brackenfell:- In the early hours of this morning, at approximately 02:00 this morning, , SJC Tactical Reaction Team (TRT) displayed exceptional vigilance during routine patrols in Brackenfell. While patrolling along Brackenfell Boulevard towards Old Paarl Road, SJC TRT members observed a suspicious male at the perimeter of Sauvignon … Read More “Suspected House Breaker Arrested” »
