Real life news from all over the Western Cape
Community Calls for Justice Reporter – George April Cape Town:- After two separate road rage incidents, both caught on video, left citizens shocked and calling for urgent action. In the latest incident on 26 June 2025 in Maitland, a video shows a man being stabbed at least eight times during a violent altercation with a … Read More “Two Brutal Race Attacks Shake Cape Town” »
Saldanha Approved, Hopefield Still Waiting By CCN Newsroom Hopefield: – While the South African government continues to invest billions into so-called “green energy”, not all West Coast towns are seeing the same results. Saldanha Bay has officially received approval for a massive R47 billion green hydrogen plant, while Hopefield, just 60 km away, remains stuck … Read More “Green Energy Divide on the West Coast” »
– But the Damage Runs Deeper Reporter – George April South Africa is once again caught in the storm of American politics, not just in words, but now in action. “President Donald Trump announcing his new trade policies. Critics warn of deep consequences for South African farmers and workers.” Pictures – Google.com With Donald Trump … Read More “Trump’s Trade Punishment Hits South Africa” »
In Wendy House Shooting Reporter – George April Philippi:- The Cape Flats is once again mourning a young life lost to senseless violence. A 16-year-old boy was shot dead and three others injured in a brutal shooting inside a small wendy house in Block 9, Lower Cross Road, Philippi East, on Tuesday afternoon. Eight teenagers … Read More “Cape Flats in Crises – 16 – Year Old Boy Gunned Down” »
HIERDIE JULIE – AUGUSTUS CCN Nuus Gqeberha:- Die Minister van Samewerkende Regering en Tradisionele Sake, Velenkosini Hlabisa, het aangekondig dat ʼn totaal van R1,2 miljard aan ramp versagtings toelages vanaf Julie tot Augustus 2025 aan munisipaliteite landswyd sal uitbetaal word . Hierdie bedrag is deel van ʼn nasionale poging, om die verwoestende gebiede na vloede in … Read More “R1,2 Miljard Vir Ramp Gebiede Verklaar” »
In Learner’s Licence Corruption Case Reporter – George April Cape Town:- After nearly a decade-long legal process, justice has finally caught up with two traffic officers, and a civilian implicated in a learner’s licence fraud scheme in Ashton, Western Cape. Karel Davids (53) and Andile James Dondolo (57), both traffic officers employed by the Ashton … Read More “Two Traffic Officers & Civilian Convicted” »
CCN Reporting… 30 May 2025 marked the beginning of a powerful new chapter for Velddrif High School, as the governing body officially signed a three-year collaboration agreement with Young Dynasty NPO. This agreement offers learners a life-changing opportunity to discover and develop their artistic and cultural talents – with no cost to the school or … Read More “– Velddrif High Joins District Upliftment Drive” »
236 Ongelukke in Net 10 Dae Verslaggewer – George April KAAPSTAD – Die gevaarlike kombinasie van nat paaie en onverantwoordelike bestuur het die afgelope week duidelik geword toe Kaapstad se Brand- en Reddingsdienste op meer as 230 ongelukke moes reageer Dit alles binne ’n tydperk van net 10 dae. Tussen Vrydag 27 Junie en Sondag … Read More “Winterweer Eis Sy Tol op Kaapse Paaie” »
CCN Reporting MITCHELL’S PLAIN:- The intensified police presence and targeted anti-gang operations in Mitchell’s Plain are beginning to show results, with officers seizing four illegal firearms and a stash of ammunition during a dramatic arrest on Monday afternoon, 7 July 2025. Officers from the Mitchell’s Plain Crime Prevention Unit were patrolling Du Toitskloof Street in … Read More “Police Seize Illegal Firearms in Gang-Hit Mitchell’s Plain” »
Standing Up for Hope: Sports, Talent, and the Future of Our Youth By George C April Founder – West Coast Sports Solutions (NPC) In September and October 2025, the small town of Velddrif will come alive with a series of events that aim to do more than entertainment. We aim to uplift, unite, and fund … Read More “Millions in Local Profits – Our Children Still Suffer” »
