A bleak Christmas lies ahead for many left destitute after several fires. The latest blaze occurred early this morning in the Wag ‘n Bietjie Informal Settlement in Strand. The Spokesperson for the City’s Fire and Rescue Services, Jermaine Carelse says a man also died in that fire. A bleak Christmas lies ahead for many left destitute after several fires Carelse says firefighters were called to Richmond Street in Nomzamo, around 1 am. He says
An alleged female kidnapper has been arrested in Gauteng. A Spokesperson for the Police says the 46-year-old woman was taken into custody yesterday in Sebokeng. She faces charges of murder and kidnapping and will appear in court soon. An alleged female kidnapper has been arrested Lieutenant Colonel Amanda van Wyk says a preliminary report indicates that 3 males were driving in a BMW X5 and they allegedly kidnapped a businessman in Lenasia, more than 2
A fire in the Masiphumelele informal settlement, early this morning, has been brought under control. According to the City of Cape Town, officials had received an emergency call at approximately 04:30 am. A fire in Masiphumelele has been brought under control Fire and Rescue Service Spokesperson Jermaine Carelse says the first arriving officer from Kommetjie Road saw the extent of the fire and called for additional resources. Carelse added that they currently have 14 frontline firefighting
Renowned South African actress Michelle Botes, celebrated for her iconic portrayal of Cherel de Villiers-Haines in Isidingo, has passed away at the age of 63. She passed on Saturday morning after a two-year battle with multiple myeloma, a rare and incurable blood cancer. Botes’ career spanned decades, with standout roles in Die Swart Kat, Legacy, and Binnelanders, alongside her unforgettable performance in Isidingo. She was born in Cape Town in 1962,
Western Cape Mobility MEC Isaac Sileku says there has been a worrying increase in deadly road accidents since the start of December. The mid-season festive road safety statistics show that 56 deadly crashes were recorded, which resulted in the deaths of 62 people. Nationally, more than 500 people have died during the same period. The majority of these road users were pedestrians, followed by passengers, drivers and cyclists. “The statistics are
