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CCN News Cape Town: – John Steenhuisen, leader of the Democratic Alliance (DA), is facing a default judgment in court for an unpaid credit card debt of nearly R150,000, despite reportedly earning over R2.66 million per year. According to public reporting, the party-issued credit card was revoked after spending could not be properly reconciled, prompting … Read More “Breaking News – Follow-Up” »
CCN News Cape Town:- Today, several shooting incidents occurred in different parts of the city: Langa, Joy Crescent – near shacks by the railway line. Fisantekraal, Shiraz Abrahams Street – 1 male wounded and taken to hospital. Cape Town CBD, Adderley & Hout Street – police on scene. Kensington, Bunny Street & 6th Avenue – … Read More ” Safety Alert – Cape Town and Surrounding Areas “ »
Financial Strain, Leadership Tensions, and What It Means for the Party’s Future CCN Editorial – Analysis Recent developments in the Democratic Alliance (DA) have exposed cracks within a party long presented as a disciplined counterweight to the ANC. From John Steenhuisen’s personal financial troubles to the controversial removal of Dion George, voters and political … Read More “Is the DA’s House on Fire?” »
Not Against the Police Across South Africa, from the Cape Flats to rural towns, tensions between communities and police have become increasingly visible. Videos show residents confronting officers, blocking arrests, and protecting suspects during lawful operations. While frustration is real – and in some stations, community complaints do go unanswered – experts warn that turning … Read More “CCN Community Advisory: Fighting Crime Means Standing with –” »
Major Disruptions Hit Cape Town Corridors Reporter – George April CAPE TOWN:- Commuters across Cape Town are facing significant delays this morning, after an electrical fault on the 11kV supply line forced multiple Metrorail services to be suspended. According to operational updates, power panels at both Cape Town and Woodstock stations are currently out, impacting … Read More ““Metrorail Services Alert”” »
As Police Intensify Crackdown on Drug Distribution Reporter – George April Cape Town:- The relentless fight against drugs in the Cape Flats continues, with police making two significant arrests during targeted operations in Manenberg on Sunday, 16 November 2025.According to police, #OperationShanela2 members deployed in the area acted on credible information regarding narcotics stored at … Read More “Two Arrested in Manenberg” »
South Africa Could Face It’s Most Unpredictable Political Shake-Up Yet CCN Political Desk South Africa’s political landscape could be thrust into unprecedented uncertainty, if President Cyril Ramaphosa were to accept internal pressure and resign.An option that has recently stirred speculation and fiery debate within the African National Congress, (ANC) and the wider Government of National … Read More “What Happens if Rhamaphosa Resigned?” »
15 Skoolkinders Gewond PAARL:- Maandagoggend, 17 November, het ’n minibustaxi wat 15 leerders na New Orleans Sekondêr vervoer het, op Sonstraalweg naby die ingang van Nederburg Wynlandgoed omgeslaan. Drakenstein Munisipaliteit se Openbare Veiligheidsdepartement het vinnig op die toneel gereageer. Volgens voorlopige inligting het twee leerders ernstige beserings opgedoen, terwyl ses ander lig beseer is. Die bestuurder … Read More “15 Skoolkinders Beseer in Minibustaxi Ongeluk.” »
And I Will Resign’ Ramaphosa Throws Down the Gauntlet to ANC Rivals. CCN News Johannesburg:- In a dramatic and fiery showdown inside the ANC’s National Executive Committee (NEC), President Cyril Ramaphosa issued an extraordinary challenge to his internal opponents: “Give me a resignation date, and I will resign.” The statement by was made on 17 … Read More “BreakingNews – “Name the Date”” »
SOMERSET WEST RAPE INVESTIGATION CCN Reporting Somerset West:- The Khayelitsha Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) Unit is urgently appealing to the public for assistance in tracing an individual who may hold vital information in a rape investigation. According to SAPS, the incident occurred in Mitchell Baker Street, Somerset West, on Saturday, 1 … Read More “EndGBVF – Public Assistance Needed” »
