Real life news from all over the Western Cape
Three Employees Arrested JOHANNESBURG:- Jubilation and cheers erupted outside the Johannesburg Magistrate’s Court as three SASSA (South African Social Security Agency) employees, accused of defrauding vulnerable citizens of over R260 million, were led away in handcuffs. Videos shared online show an elated crowd cheering while the suspects, two women and one man, were escorted by … Read More “Sassa Scandal – R260 Million Fraud” »
Meer as Net Eskom se Skuld R95 Miljard se Skuld _ Hoe Munisipaliteite Eskom Bankrot Maak JOHANNESBURG:- Eskom se grootste probleem is nie net swak bestuur nie, maar wanbetaling. Teen Januarie 2025 skuld munisipaliteite Eskom meer as R95 miljard, ’n verstommende 28%-verhoging teenoor 2024. Munisipaliteite koop elektrisiteit van Eskom en moet dit weer verkoop aan … Read More “Beurtkrag – Die Ware Oorsake” »
Police Seek Public’s Help in Identifying Suspects Cape Town – Table Bay police are calling on the public to assist in identifying three women wearing headscarves and a man linked to a high-value jewellery theft at the V&A Waterfront. The heist, which took place on February 22, 2025, saw the group enter a jewellery store … Read More “1.3 Million Waterfront Jewellery Heist” »
Questions Surround Gayton McKenzie’s Joshlin Smith Foundation Pledge In July 2024, Minister of Sport, Arts, and Culture Gayton McKenzie made headlines with his pledge to donate his entire annual ministerial salary of R2.68 million to the establishment of the Joshlin Smith Foundation for missing children. The foundation, suppose to named after six-year-old Joshlin Smith, who … Read More “Minister McKenzie – Unfulfilled Promises?” »
Evangelist and TikToker Reveal Shocking Claims SALDANHA BAY:- On Day 9 of the trial concerning the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith from Saldanha Bay, key testimonies were presented at the Western Cape High Court, currently in session at the White City Multipurpose Centre in Diazville. Evangelist’s Testimony Evangelist Nico Steven Coetzee, the twelfth witness, testified … Read More “Explosive Testimonies in Joshlin Smith Case” »
As Cruise Liners Dock – A Boost for Local Businesses Cape Town, 12 March 2025 – Cape Town’s waterfront is buzzing with excitement as two major cruise liners, MSC Musica and Norwegian Dawn, docked in the city early this morning. Over 5,000 tourists and 2,000 crew members stepped onto South African soil, eager to explore … Read More “Cape Town Welcomes Over 5,000 Tourists” »
A Burden or a Break for Ordinary Citizens? Cape Town – Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana delivered the highly anticipated 2025 National Budget Speech today, unveiling measures that could have significant implications for ordinary South Africans. While the government aims to stabilize the economy and boost revenue, concerns are rising over the potential impact on taxpayers, … Read More “South Africa’s Budget 2025” »
SALDANHA BAY:- Day 8 of the Joshlin Smith trial has provided key testimony, offering insight into crucial moments following the child’s disappearance. The court heard from Joshlin’s teacher, who detailed her conversations with Kelly, Joshlin’s mother, in the aftermath of the case. Teacher’s Testimony Describing Joshlin as a quiet and withdrawn child, the teacher recalled … Read More ” Joshlin Smith Trial – Day 8″ »
A War Zone in the Western Cape – Who Will Stop the Violence? The Western Cape is once again making headlines for all the wrong reasons. In just three days, 94 people lost their lives to brutal murders, a death toll that surpasses the annual fatal shootings of some European countries. The question that must … Read More “94 Murders in Three Days” »
For Racial Hiring Policy Spark National Debates CAPE TOWN:- Gayton McKenzie, South Africa’s Minister of Sport, Arts, and Culture, has recently faced allegations of promoting racial discrimination within his department. The controversy arose from an employment circular that specified preference for certain racial groups, stating: “preference would be given to coloured males, Indian males, white … Read More “Gayton McKenzie Under Fire” »
