The City of Cape Town has raised alarm over a sharp increase in motorists disregarding red traffic lights, warning of the deadly risks posed by such behaviour. According to the Traffic Service’s annual enforcement statistics, there was a 49% rise in red-light offences in the past financial year. In a statement, Mayoral Committee Member for Safety and Security, JP Smith, says despite the very real risks and the thousands of incidents on
One of Worcester’s most historically significant and oldest heritage properties, the iconic Kleinplasie, will soon be sold at auction and potentially usher in a new era of public and cultural heritage. The 200,000 m² Kleinplasie, currently owned by the Breede Valley Local Municipality, goes under the hammer during an online auction from Wednesday 17 to Thursday 18 September, with potential to unlock new housing, jobs and economic growth According to the Claremart
Claims that a man found dead on a Sea Point beach was shot have been dismissed by local officials. The body of the unidentified man was found along Broken Bath Beach on Sunday morning, where he was declared deceased on the scene. Western Cape SAPS confirmed that an inquest docket was opened for further investigation. The City’s ward 54 councillor, Nicola Jowell, said that as news of the incident spread, so
A proud day for the Springbok Women
Category: Sports
Springbok Women head coach Swys de Bruin and team captain Nolusindiso Booi were delighted with their first win over Italy in York on Sunday, with the pool victory also ensuring that South Africa progress to the Women’s Rugby World Cup play-offs for the first time in history. Furthermore, the 29-24 victory – their first in four attempts against the Italians – means South Africa will also move into the top ten on
The City of Cape Town plans to meet with the Western Cape Police Oversight and Community Safety Department to find ways to address the sale of cough syrup and other medications to children. The City’s Safety and Security chief, JP Smith, at the weekend appealed to residents to report people or businesses who distribute medication containing codeine, which he says can be used in combination with a fizzy drink to make
