Over R35 Million Invested in Toilets
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Over R35 Million has been invested in toilets, to restore dignity in informal settlements in Cape Town. The City of Cape Town has made a significant investment of over R35 million during the 2024/25 financial year to deliver dignified sanitation and water access in informal settlements. “Every toilet installed is a step toward improving quality of life for our most vulnerable communities,” says Councillor Zahid Badroodien, the Mayoral Committee Member for
Flood repairs are underway after severe storm damage in the Province. The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure (DOI) launched the major repair project to restore flood-damaged roads in the Garden Route District, with a key focus on the historic Seven Passes Road (MR355). The route suffered extensive damage during the November 2021 floods, including a washed-away culvert and weakened slopes. Flood Repairs Underway After Severe Storm Damage Initial emergency measures, such
The Western Cape Mobility Department is taking action after a spike in pedestrian deaths, with 42 of the 72 road fatalities recorded between 1 and 22 July 2025 involving pedestrians. The department has called the situation a “scourge” and is rolling out multiple interventions to prevent further loss of life. “Pedestrians remain the most vulnerable road users,” said departmental spokesperson Muneera Allie. She said the fatalities occur across both urban
The City of Cape Town is reminding all municipal account holders to switch to emailed billing before the looming 31 December 2025 deadline, as it phases out the use of the South African Postal Service for sending accounts. Residents are urged to email or SMS their account number along with their email address to the City to ensure a smooth transition to eBilling. Those whose contact details are already on the system
Three suspects appeared in the Athlone Magistrate’s Court on Tuesday, 29 July, on charges of attempted murder, kidnapping, and abduction – following a dramatic early-morning arrest over the weekend. At around 5:30 on Sunday morning, 27 July, a vigilant Metro Police officer noticed a minibus taxi speeding through a red light at the intersection of Jakes Gerwel Drive and Morgenster Road in Mitchells Plain. What began as a routine traffic stop quickly
