Real life news from all over the Western Cape
Amid Controversy Over MKP Membership Reporter:- George April CAPE TOWN:- Former Springbok coach Peter de Villiers is set to appear in the Malmesbury Regional Court as his case of sexual assault and crimen injuria continues. The case has drawn renewed public attention following his recent political move to the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP), despite facing … Read More “Peter de Villiers Faces Court” »
Anti-Bullying Holiday Program in Steenberg Reporter – George April CAPE TOWN:- Steenberg is set to host a transformative event for children aged 6 to 15, as the Philisa Abafazi Bethu Women Center SA launches its Anti-Bullying Holiday Program from March 31st to April 3rd. This initiative, running daily from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at … Read More “Empowering Youth Mind’s” »
City of Cape Town’s Housing Crisis Ara Calls for Action. Reporter – George April CAPE TOWN:- In a tense City Council meeting, Cllr Grant Classen stands firm, addressing the housing crisis. He seeks approval for the Updated Human Settlements Sector Plan, but his voice carries frustration. Behind him, concerned citizens listen intently. A City Failing … Read More “A Council in Crisis” »
Rases Questions about Justice Reporter – George April HOPEFIELD:- A farm eviction case that has spanned several years continues to spark debate, with many questioning whether justice was truly served. The case began when a farmer attempted to remove a family from his property, after cutting off their water and electricity supply. The matter was … Read More “Legal Confusion in Farm Eviction Case” »
Public Order Policing Officers Tackle Illegal Firearm Possession in Khayelitsha and Gugulethu Reporter:- George April Khayelitsha:-In a series of successful operations, members of the Western Cape Public Order Policing, targeted illegal firearms in the early hours of Thursday, 27 March 2025. Acting on intelligence, officers raided a property in Mlonji Street, Ilitha Park, Khayelitsha, where … Read More “Illegal Firearms Confiscated” »
Appèlhof beslissing word bevraagteken Berig:- George April Advokaat Tembeka Ngcukaitobi betoog dat plaasbewoners se reg om beeste te hou en te wei, beskerm word deur die Grondwet en die Wysigingswet op Sekuriteit van Bestaansreg (ESTA). Advokaat Ngcukaitobi verteenwoordig drie broers en susters wat al dekades op ‘n plaas in die Noordwes woon, insluitend toe die … Read More “Advokaat ,- Grondwet Beskerm Plaaswerkers” »
Crime and Vigilance Reporter – George April Matroosfontein:- Residents are taking matters into their own hands as crime continues to plague the area. The neighborhood watch (NHW) has recently made significant strides in combating cable theft, a crime that has left many households without electricity for hours, if not days. Cable Theft Suspects Apprehended In … Read More “Matroosfontein NHW takes a Stand” »
OOR ASBES HUISE EN DIE GROOT BEHUISINGS PROBLEME – HOPEFIELD GEMEENSKAP FORUM Voorsitter en skrywer – George C April HOPEFIELD:- Die inwoners van Hopefield is moeg vir leë beloftes en gebrek aan daadwerklike optrede oor die onwettige asbeshuise waarin hulle moet woon. Hierdie huise is nie net onwettig nie, maar hou ook ‘n ernstige gesondheidsgevaar … Read More “HOPEFIELD INWONERS EIS ANTWOORDE” »
Repeat Offender Sentenced to 22 Years for Brutal Attack Reporter – Isaac Cloete Springbok – A convicted murderer and parolee is back behind bars after a violent attack on his former partner, reigniting concerns over the effectiveness of the parole system in rehabilitating violent offenders. Detective sergeant Estelle Magerman Jan “Blades” Maarman (60) was sentenced … Read More “Repeat Offender – Sentenced 22 Years” »
Reporter – George April Cape Town:-A grieving Belhar family has suffered a double tragedy after 26-year-old mother Thamlyn Clarke was shot and killed outside her home on Tuesday night in De Waal Drive. Tammy, as she was affectionately known, was sitting inside a friend’s car,playing music from a phone, while her boyfriend, brother, and friends … Read More “It Was a Hit – Thamlyn Clarke Victim” »
