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Western Cape to process applications for metered and e-hailing taxi operating licences

The Western Cape Government’s Provincial Regulatory Entity has opened the application process for operating licenses for metered and e-hailing taxi services in Cape Town. According to Mobility Department spokesperson Muneera Allie, the move follows confirmation from the City of Cape Town — in its role as the planning authority — that there is a need for additional operators in the metro. Applications must be submitted in person at the Vangate […]

today25 June 2025

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City heads to the courts seeking to evict residents of Hope Street Park

By Rachel Mohamed The City of Cape Town is seeking an eviction order from the Western Cape High Court to remove homeless residents from Hope Street Park in Gardens. However, housing rights organisation Ndifuna Ukwazi (NU) is opposing the application, arguing that the City must provide proper alternative accommodation that ensures the safety and dignity of those affected. Inga Dyantyi, an attorney with Ndifuna Ukwazi who represents some of the […]

today25 June 2025

Local

Over R500-million Mossel Bay road project has reached 66% completion

Western Cape MEC for Infrastructure, Tertuis Simmers, has announced significant progress on the R520 million upgrade of Louis Fourie Road in Mossel Bay. The project—currently 66% complete—is the largest provincial road investment in the Garden Route District and is expected to be finalised by mid-2026. Among the key milestones reached are the opening of new on- and off-ramps for the N2, as well as the Gericke Road Link, which have […]

today24 June 2025

Local

Police arrests two suspects during crime combating interventions

A 16-year-old has been arrested and is expected to appear in the Goodwood Magistrates Court for the unlawful possession of a firearm and ammunition. The arrest forms part of ongoing crime prevention initiatives in the Ravensmead area, aimed at curbing crime and removing illegal firearms from communities in the Western Cape.   According to SAPS spokesperson Wesley Twigg, the arrest followed the strategic deployment of police officers based on crime […]

today24 June 2025

Local

Western Cape Police clamp down on suspects during crime prevention initiatives

The Western Cape police are actively working to combat gang violence and remove firearms from criminals who threaten society. The South African Police Service (SAPS) launched crime prevention operations in high-crime areas on Sunday, June 15, 2025, resulting in numerous arrests for illegal possession of firearms and ammunition. SAPS Spokesperson Sergeant Wesley Twigg stated that the recovery of these weapons is the result of proactive measures, including patrols, targeted operations, […]

today22 June 2025

International News

Aerial offensive between Iran and Israel continue amid US operation

By Rachel Mohamed The Islamic Republic of Iran has continued its aerial offensive against Israel in response to Israeli aggression towards Tehran. Iran launched its first retaliatory missile strikes against Israel following U.S. attacks on three Iranian nuclear sites: Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan. Recent reports indicate that at least 11 people have been injured in central Israel. Speaking on VOC’s airwaves, media analyst Professor Ahmed Jazbhay stated, “This situation illustrates […]

today22 June 2025

International News

Gaza death toll tops 55,900 amid Israel’s genocidal war

At least 55,908 Palestinians have been killed in Israel’s genocidal war since October 2023, the Health Ministry said on Saturday, Anadolu reports. A ministry statement said that 202 bodies were brought to hospitals in the last 48 hours, while 1,037 people were injured, taking the number of injuries to 131,138 in the Israeli onslaught. “Many victims are still trapped under the rubble and on the roads as rescuers are unable to reach […]

today21 June 2025

Local

Two Soldiers Killed in Stabbing at Mpumalanga Military Base, SANDF Launches Investigation

The South African National Defence Force has revised its earlier statement on the incident at Macadamia Military Base near Komatipoort, Mpumalanga. It now confirms that two soldiers were fatally stabbed by a colleague, who then attempted to take his own life but survived. The attack followed an alleged altercation in the early hours of Saturday morning. The motive remains unclear, and a joint investigation with police is underway. The SANDF […]

today21 June 2025

International News

Starmer warned against dragging UK into war with Iran

The Islamic Human Rights Commission (IHRC) has written to the Prime Minister Keir Starmer today warning him not to drag Britain into a direct military confrontation with Iran. Credible reports suggest that Washington has decided to join Israel’s attack with a bombing campaign starting this weekend under the false pretext that it is acting to frustrate Iran’s attempts to develop nuclear weapons. This is despite an assessment from the US […]

today21 June 2025

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