Real life news from all over the Western Cape
For What? HOPEFIELD:- I walked side by side with Gayton McKenzie during the 2021 elections, traveling through West Coast towns, urging people to vote for him. Not just me, community members joined, packed in taxis, wearing his party’s t-shirts. Then, in last year’s election, we did it again. We believed in him, so we worked … Read More “Gayton – We Walked with You” »
Berig – George April Van Rhynsdorp – Die gemeenskap van Van Rhynsdorp is geskok oor ‘n ernstige klag wat ingedien is teen ‘n plaaslike hoërskool, na beweerde gevalle van boeliegedrag, fisiese aanranding en onbehoorlike dissipline deur skoolpersoneel. Die voorval het wyd reaksie uitgelok en het nou die aandag van wetstoepassing owerhede getrek. Volgens die polisie-woordvoerder, … Read More “Die Van Rhynsdorp Kopseer” »
Deur Isaac Cloete SPRINGBOK:- ‘N 47-jarige man is hierdie week in die Springbok-streekhof skuldig bevind aan die seksuele aanranding van ‘n 11-jarige meisie in Bergsig. Foto: Speurkonstabel Agnes Vena Ná die gruwelike daad het hy vir haar skokkend genoeg, ‘n R5 gegee om stil te bly. Die voorval het op Saterdag, 1 April 2023, plaasgevind, … Read More “Bergsig – Molesteerder skuldig bevind” »
Amid Service Delivery Crisis Reporter – George April CAPE TOWN:- The African Christian Democratic Party (ACDP) strongly condemns the reckless spending of public funds by the West Coast District Municipality, which has invited municipal representatives from across the Western Cape on an extravagant, all-expenses-paid, three-day cruise. The purpose? To discuss the financial struggles of municipalities, … Read More “ACDP Slams Lavish Cruise For Municipal Officials” »
Two Suspects Arrested for Illegal Firearms. Reporter:- George April Athlone – Two suspects are expected to appear in the Athlone Magistrates’ Court following their arrest for the illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. According to police spokesperson Wesley Twigg, members of the Anti-Gang Unit acted swiftly after receiving a tip-off about ongoing shootings in the … Read More “Arrested for Illegal Firearms” »
A Call for Justice and Safety Reporter:- George April BELHAR:- The Belhar community is reeling from the devastating loss of a young life following the tragic shooting of a teenage girl outside her home on De Waal Street, Extension 12. While the details surrounding this heartbreaking incident are still unclear, the impact of this senseless … Read More “Tragic Loss in Belhar Community” »
Reporter – Ashley Rix Saldanha Bay:- As the sun rises on another crucial day in the courtroom, the hearts of many are heavy with the weight of anticipation. The trial surrounding #JoshlinSmith has gripped the nation, and today, more than ever, the call for justice echoes through the halls of law and across the hearts … Read More “A Cry for Justice – The Joshlin Smith Trial” »
Sauvignon Estate Perimeter Reporter – George April Brackenfell:- In the early hours of this morning, at approximately 02:00 this morning, , SJC Tactical Reaction Team (TRT) displayed exceptional vigilance during routine patrols in Brackenfell. While patrolling along Brackenfell Boulevard towards Old Paarl Road, SJC TRT members observed a suspicious male at the perimeter of Sauvignon … Read More “Suspected House Breaker Arrested” »
Against Rising Crime and Attacks on Officers Reporter:- George April The National Commissioner of the South African Police Service (SAPS), General Fannie Masemola, has voiced strong support for law enforcement officers who respond decisively and with authority in their fight against escalating crime. His statement comes in the wake of several violent confrontations between criminals … Read More “South African Police Service Stands Firm” »
Reporter:- George C April Piketberg:- The community of the Bergrivier municipality remains in shock and grief, as the case of State vs. Heinrich Adams unfolds, following the tragic stabbing of 24-year-old Mornay Adams by his older brother, Heinrich Adams, in the early hours of Sunday, 16 March 2025. Photo:- Heinrich Adams is currently in police … Read More “Community Divided Over Tragic Piketberg Stabbing Case” »
