A legal row over the City of Cape Town’s newly implemented tariffs has erupted. The South African Property Owners Association (SAPOA) has brought an urgent application in the Western Cape High Court to have three tariffs implemented by the City on 1 July reviewed and set aside. SAPOA argues that the tariffs are unlawful and unaffordable, and will hurt small property owners and tenants. The Association is challenging the City’s cleaning levy
Yet another group of three people have been killed in Cape Town. Three men were gunned down on Ntlazane Road in Harare, Khayelitsha, on Thursday night. Western Cape Police spokesperson, Colonel Andre Traut, says officers attached to the Provincial Serious and Violent Crime Unit were called out to the scene at around 22:00. The victims were 29, 30, and 43 years old. “At approximately 22:00, SAPS members were alerted to
Ladles of Love is issuing a heartfelt call to South Africa’s youth as school holidays wind down. Here is the heartfelt call: “Log off your games and social feeds, and show up to help your country.” This Mandela Day, young people are invited to step into Nelson Mandela’s powerful legacy by volunteering their time to help small children in need. Ladles of Love is issuing a heartfelt call to South Africa’s
The outlook for fuel prices in August is mixed, with potential bad news for those who drive diesel vehicles. Mid-month data from the Central Energy Fund shows petrol prices could drop by up to 24 cents a litre, offering some relief for motorists. But diesel drivers may face hikes of around 62 cents per litre. The changes are driven by global oil price movements, which have remained volatile, though the
Gugulethu police have arrested two men for extorting businesses in Siqalo, an informal settlement in the community. According to police, the disgruntled business owners in the community informed the members of Gugulethu SAPS that they received letters from the alleged extortionists demanding a protection fee. Warrant Officer Joseph Swartbooi says the officers met with the business leaders and formulated a plan to bring an end to these extortionists who hold the community
