The City of Cape Town’s Events Permit Office on Wednesday confirmed it is still in the process of reviewing an application for a revised route for the Cape Town Street Parade (Tweede Nuwe Jaar Parade) in early 2026. Pending the review and finalisation of the safety and logistical planning, the City says the event would take place on Monday, 5 January 2026, in Green Point. The Kaapse Klopse Karnival Association (KKKA), the
Ten of the 11 Anti-Gang Unit (AGU) officers charged with the murder of an alleged gang member, Wade Price, will spend Christmas in custody after the Athlone Magistrate’s Court denied them bail on Tuesday. Only one officer was granted bail of R1 000 due to health reasons. Nine male officers have been transferred to Brandvlei Correctional Facility, while the female officer will be held at Worcester Prison. All are expected to return
City on high alert on roads, beaches and public amenities this festive
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Roads, beaches and public amenities remain under heightened surveillance as Cape Town moves into the peak of the festive season, with the City warning that enforcement figures are expected to rise as celebrations intensify. According to the City, its festive season safety plan has prioritised increased patrols on major routes and in high-footfall areas such as central business districts, beaches and public open spaces. Law enforcement agencies have reportedly also focused on
Western Cape (WC) Minister for Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning Anton Bredell has warned that provincial firefighting services are under intense pressure as multiple wildfires continue to burn across the province amid hot and windy conditions. Bredell said several fires have had to be managed simultaneously in recent days, stretching both aerial and ground firefighting resources. He urged the public to act responsibly and avoid any behaviour that could spark
The MEC of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning, Anton Bredell has warned Kynsna’s water supply is under severe strain, following a meeting with the Knysna Municipality on Monday, 22 December. With the peak holiday season underway, the Municipality informed Bredell that the supply system can provide 19.7 megalitres of water per day, while the anticipated peak demand during the holiday season is 17 megalitres per day. He says while this
