Real life news from all over the Western Cape
Why the Berg River and Velddrif Silence Concerns Everyone CCN Editor – George April HOPEFIELD:- With the objection deadline for the Phelan projects (including the massive 1.6GW Hopefield Solar Project) just passed, concerns over water security and pollution risks continue to grow.A community flyer currently circulating warns of four major industrial developments on a 3000+ … Read More “Hopefield’s Water Under Threat” »
In Major Anti-Illegal Mining Operation at Losberg Kloof Mine CCN Reporting Westonaria: – Just days after the controversial 30 June 2026 unofficial deadline set by anti-immigration groups such as March and March for undocumented foreign nationals to leave South Africa, law enforcement has struck another significant blow against illegal mining. On Tuesday, 7 July 2026, … Read More ” Over 150 Suspects Arrested” »
Of the Phelan Green Hydrogen Project as EIA Phase Advances CCN Reporting Hopefield:- Concerned residents across the West Coast and Hopefield area now have access to a plain-language guide summarising the Final Scoping Report for the proposed Phelan Green Hydrogen and electro-Sustainable Aviation Fuel (eSAF) project. The document, circulating in community groups, explains the project … Read More “Hopefield Residents Gain Clearer Picture” »
Or a Risk Too Far? CCN Editor & Reporter – George April West Coast:- The Democratic Alliance (DA) has long positioned itself as the party of progress, good governance, and economic pragmatism in the Western Cape. Promoted as a R47 billion private investment that could create thousands of jobs, drive green exports to Europe, and … Read More “The DA’s Bold Green Vision for the West Coast “ »
As Police Seize Illegal Mining Equipment CCN Reporting GAUTENG:- A major multi-agency operation targeting illegal mining across Gauteng has led to the arrest of 35 illegal immigrants suspected of being involved in illicit mining activities, while authorities also confiscated a large quantity of equipment used in illegal mining operations.The arrests were made during Operation Prosper/Operation … Read More “Gauteng Crackdown – 35 Illegal Immigrants Arrested” »
Op Die Internationale Verhoog – Namakwaland het weer rede om trots te wees Verslaggewer – Isaac Cloete OKIEP:- Uit die stowwerige strate van Okiep, ‘n klein myndorpie naby Springbok, het nóg ‘n merkwaardige suksesverhaal na vore gekom. Kolonel Falencia Harriet Joseph (née Faber) het internasionale geskiedenis gemaak nadat sy aangewys is as Suid-Afrika se nuwe … Read More “NOG ‘N NAMAKWALANDER SKRYF GESKIEDENIS” »
in Deal That Could Expose SAPS Corruption CCN Breaking Pretoria:- Alleged underworld figure Vusimuzi “Cat” Matlala has agreed to become a State witness in a plea agreement that could have far-reaching consequences for senior members of the South African Police Service (SAPS) and ongoing investigations into alleged corruption within the organization.The agreement, presented before the … Read More “LEGAL SHOCKER: ‘Cat’ Matlala Turns State Witness” »
One Stop Shop Roadshow to Boost Investment in Western Cape CCN Reporter – George C April Saldanha Bay:- Collaboration continues to serve as a cornerstone for attracting investment, fostering business expansion, and advancing economic development across the Western Cape. Collaborative initiative highlights Western Cape’s value proposition for investors and SMMEs amid efforts to drive economic … Read More “Freeport Saldanha Hosts InvestSA” »
Heightened Safety, Proximity, and Water Concerns Amplify Community Divisions CCN Editor – George April HOPEFIELD:- Residents remain sharply divided over the proposed multimillion-rand solar PV facility (with associated battery energy storage) linked to the larger Phelan Green Energy / Cullisol Holdings Green Hydrogen and eSAF ambitions near the town.While job creation is a key drawcard, … Read More “Hopefield Solar Project” »
Amid Tightened Immigration Enforcement CCN ONLINE NEWS JOHANNESBURG:- A total of 42 South African nationals have been deported from Ireland and arrived in Johannesburg on Friday following what Irish authorities describe as part of an ongoing immigration enforcement operation.According to Irish Justice Minister Jim O’Callaghan, the group was removed from Ireland on Thursday after being … Read More “42 South Africans Deported From Ireland” »
