Author: Lisalee Solomons
Weather-related flooding has led to road closures in the Cederberg Local Municipality. (Cederberg Local Municipality/Facebook) Parts of Citrusdal in the Cederberg are currently inaccessible due to severe weather conditions. Over 20 individuals were evacuated on Monday, with more evacuations anticipated on Tuesday. More than 20 individuals were evacuated from Riverview informal settlement in Citrusdal due to flooding caused by heavy rainfall and strong winds in the Western Cape. Cederberg Mayor Ruben Richards stated that emergency protocols were activated, and residents were informed to be prepared. Evacuated residents were provided with shelter, food, clothing, and blankets. Efforts are underway to…
Children as young as 10 are involved in gangs in parts of the Cape Flats. (Alfonso Nqunjana/News24) Cape Flats crime fighters are concerned about the number of pupils getting involved in criminal activities on behalf of gang members during school holidays. Ottery, Manenberg, Grassy Park, Mitchells Plain and Hanover Park are just some of the areas that have seen an increase in gang violence, resulting in bystanders getting caught in the crossfire. Community activist Lynn Phillips noted that in most cases, pupils were linked to gangs. Stay informed about the rising issue of gang involvement among children in the Cape…
Missing Amile Gibiseza. (Supplied/SAPS) A 19-year-old school pupil named Amile Gibiseza went missing after supposedly attending extra classes at Jonga High School in Thembalethu, George. Her family reported her missing when she failed to return home from school. The police were informed, with her sister unable to recall what she was wearing when she left.Reports suggest that Amile left her home on Wednesday, 26 June, claiming she was going for extra classes at school but never returned. The Education Department confirmed that the Winter School program at Jonga High School only commenced on Tuesday, 2 July.The police are seeking…
Police are on the hunt for Dennis Nyatsunga/Ngobeni, also known as Shumba, in connection with the tragic deaths of four people in Soshanguve. A reward of R100 000 is being offered for any information leading to his arrest and conviction. Gauteng police are offering a R100 000 reward for information that will lead to the arrest and conviction of the gunmen responsible for the deaths in Soshanguve. Dennis Nyatsunga/Ngobeni, also known as Shumba, is the prime suspect and is considered “armed and very dangerous”. The tragic events unfolded at the Changing Spots informal settlement on June 2, leaving two young…
The barbershop where the shooting took place. (Mothushi Thoka / News24) Western Cape police have apprehended two suspects linked to the homicide of four individuals shot inside a barbershop in Qwarha Street, Site C, Khayelitsha, Cape Town, on Saturday. The suspects were taken into custody on Tuesday, according to police spokesperson Brigadier Novela Potelwa. Potelwa stated, “As part of the continuous investigation into the murder of three children and a 30-year-old man, as well as nine attempted murders in Khayelitsha, two suspects were charged on Tuesday.” Stay informed about critical events in South Africa to shape a brighter future. News24…
An off-duty police officer in Cape Town was shot multiple times over the weekend and is currently recovering in the hospital. No arrests have been made as the gunmen remain at large, prompting a police investigation into the motive for the attack. An off-duty police officer was shot in Cape Town over the weekend. He is recovering in hospital and no arrests have been made. The gunmen are still at large and police are investigating the motive for the attack. The 35-year-old officer was with his girlfriend when he was shot multiple times in Delft, prompting his colleagues to find…
Police are investigating a shootout with cash-in-transit robbers in KwaZulu-Natal. (Darren Stewart/Gallo Images) A suspected robber was killed in a shootout between police and cash-in-transit robbers on Phoenix Highway, in KwaZulu-Natal, during the early hours of Tuesday. Police spokesperson, Colonel Robert Netshiunda, said three rifles and a large amount of money were recovered. “Police are still hunting more suspects in the vicinity,” he added. VIP Medical and Rescue CEO Gareth Naidoo said they received reports of shots fired in the vicinity of the Trade Centre junction traffic lights in Mount Edgecombe. “Our vehicles were dispatched. Security vehicles, armed response…
KwaZulu-Natal police arrested two parolees in connection with the murder of a 69-year-old man who was reported missing earlier this week. Michele D’ottavio, EyeEm, Getty Images Summary: Two parolees were arrested in KwaZulu-Natal in connection with the murder of a 69-year-old man. The victim’s body was found in a sugar cane field on Waterfall Farm, with the suspects in possession of his vehicle and household goods. The suspects, already on parole, were charged with murder, housebreaking, theft, illegal possession of a firearm, and possession of stolen property. The case is set to appear in court on Monday. \ Source link
Local celebrities are urging youngsters to vote for change in the upcoming elections. Celebrities like Marc Lottering, Salome Damons-Johansen, and Siv Ngesi are using their platforms to encourage the youth to make their mark and bring about positive change. In areas like the Cape Flats, issues like gang violence, crime, unemployment, and lack of education continue to affect the community. Celebrities who grew up in these areas speak about the changes they have seen over the years and emphasize the importance of voting for change. Comedian Marc Lottering compares the relationship between South African voters and politics to an abusive…
The Justice Crime Prevention and Security (JCPS) cluster reassured South Africans that strict measures were in place to ensure the national elections ran smoothly. Despite threats by truck unions and associations earlier this week to shut down major routes across the country, the JCPS ensured coordination with the government to handle any potential threats. During a media briefing, the JCPS emphasized the importance of addressing threats that could compromise the integrity and smooth running of elections. With a focus on safety and security, the cluster aimed to create a conducive environment for the electoral process. Stay informed about important national…