Real life news from all over the Western Cape
VF Plus Kry Steun teen Stad Kaapstad se Tariewe CCN Nuus Kaapstad:- ’N Plaaslike belastingbetaler het in ’n sterk woordebrief sy steun uitgespreek vir die VF Plus en hul betrokkenheid by die hofsaak teen die Stad Kaapstad. Die Suid-Afrikaanse Eiendoms eienaars vereniging (SAPOA) het onlangs ’n regsgeding aanhangig gemaak om drie tariefverhogings wat deur die … Read More “Kaapse Inwoner Slaan Alarm – “Genoeg is Genoeg”” »
Justice Served CCN Newsroom Cape Town:- The wheels of justice have turned in a heartbreaking case that shocked the Steenberg community and beyond. On Tuesday, 22 July 2025, Charles Williams (51) was sentenced to a total of 23 years behind bars after being found guilty of kidnapping, murder, and defeating the ends of justice in … Read More “Charles Williams – 23 Years for Gruesome Killing” »
Berig – Isaac Cloete Noord-Kaap:- Die Springbok Openbare Orde Polisiëringseenheid (POPS) het Maandag 21 Julie weer hul ywer teen dwelmmisdaad bewys toe hulle ‘n 35-jarige man in hegtenis geneem het op aanklag van handel in dagga. Polisiebeamptes het opgetree ná hulle inligting van ‘n informant ontvang het. Die verdagte is omstreeks 12:30 voor ‘n winkel … Read More “Verdagte in Springbok Arresteer vir Handel in Dagga” »
I’ve been through hell long enough now – which I don’t wish on anyone – where are the so-called human rights written into the country’s constitution? George C April HOPEFIELD: – I write this today not as a politician or a legal expert, but as a South African citizen, one who has carried the weight … Read More “Legal Aid, Broken Promises – And a Justice System That Ignores the Voiceless”” »
No Official Strike Yet, But National Action Looms Reporter – George April Cape Town:- The Western Cape E-Hailing Association (WCEA) has broken its silence amid growing speculation over a nationwide strike involving app-based transport drivers. In a statement issued today, WCEA clarified that while it strongly supports the concerns of drivers and operators facing exploitation, … Read More “E-Hailing Drivers Speak Out” »
Energy Boost or Environmental Threat? By Cape Coast News Reporter Western Cape: – Global energy giant Shell has been granted environmental authorization, to proceed with offshore oil and gas exploration off South Africa’s West Coast. An announcement that has sparked a wave of mixed reactions from communities, environmentalists, and business owners across the Western Cape. … Read More “Shell’s Offshore Drilling Plans Approved” »
Verslaggewing – CCN Nuus Weskus:- Die hoop op ’n eie huis brand sterk in die harte van duisende inwoners van die Weskus Distrik, maar té dikwels word hierdie hoop aangevuur deur beloftes wat nie op beplanning of begroting gegrond is nie. CCN het ondersoek ingestel na die werklike vooruitgang van behuising in die vyf munisipaliteite, … Read More “BEHUISING – Feite vs Verwagtinge in die Weskus Distrik” »
TO MOUNT AS VICTIMS ARE DENIED JUSTICE By CCN Reporter Western Cape:- Another tragic chapter has been added to a growing list of police brutality allegations in the Western Cape. The death of Reagan Arendse (36) of Genadendal after a severe beating allegedly by police, has now been linked to other disturbing cases, where justice … Read More “Brutality With Badges – Police Assault Claims Continue” »
After Beloved Retired Teacher Murdered in Bredasdorp Reporter – George April The peaceful town of Bredasdorp has been left reeling after the brutal murder of a well-known retired teacher, Mr. Sammy Cloete, whose lifeless body was discovered in his home in Jakaranda Avenue on Saturday. Picture – Social media The 68-year-old was allegedly stabbed to … Read More “Two Teenagers Arrested for Murder” »
Over 800 Officials Disciplined, Minister Promises More Raids Reporter – George April Cape Town:- The Department of Correctional Services is under the spotlight this week, after Minister Pieter Groenewald delivered his 2025 Budget. Vote, revealing sweeping disciplinary action and promising intensified efforts to clean up South Africa’s prisons. “In the past year, 466 raids were … Read More “Crackdown in Correctional Services” »
