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Gugulethu Reels After Triple and Double Murder Shock

The Gugulethu community is in shock following a horrific shooting incident on Wednesday night that left three men dead and two others wounded. The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed that a case of triple murder and attempted murder is under investigation. Police spokesperson André Traut said the shooting occurred just before midnight in Moletsane Street, New Crossroads. "Upon arrival at the scene, officers discovered the bodies of three […]

17 July 2025

Local

Muslim Youth Movement host annual iftar program in Gugulethu

By Daanyaal Matthews The holy month of Ramadan offers a unique opportunity to Muslims to convene as one ummah and grow through unity by engaging in charitable acts in unison, an opportunity to foster and further bonds. One group that aims to do just that is the Muslim Youth Movement (MYM), which looks to bolster its ranks by hosting a mass iftar in the Gugulethu community with the support of […]

19 March 2025

Local

Police investigate shooting incident in Gugulethu

Police are investigating a murder case involving a 72-year-old man who was shot and killed on Great Dutch Street in KTC, Gugulethu, on Friday. SAPS Sergeant Wesley Twigg stated, "According to reports, the victim was sitting on his couch at home when an unknown gunman entered and opened fire. The victim sustained multiple gunshot wounds and was declared dead at the scene by medical personnel. The suspect, who remains unidentified, […]

1 March 2025

Local

Cape Town condemns hijacking of its Bingo anti-litter campaign vehicle in Gugulethu

The City of Cape Town has condemned the incident in which Bingo, their anti-litter mascot vehicle, and the team driver in Gugulethu were ambushed and hijacked on Thursday. The event occurred while the driver was on the way to pick up the team for their next school visit, during which the Toyota Quantum transporting Bingo was stolen. Fortunately, the driver was unharmed in the attack and is currently receiving counseling. […]

1 March 2025

Local

Gugulethu residents demand hospital amid space concerns

Earlier this week, scores of Gugulethu residents gathered to demand answers from the Western Cape Health and Wellness Department regarding long-awaited plans to build a new hospital in their community. The Movement for Change and Social Justice, an alliance of health, safety, and social service organisations, has advocated since 2016 for a district hospital with a trauma unit to address the pressing needs of Gugulethu and surrounding areas. Speaking […]

7 November 2024

Local

Police minister vows to combat rising extortion amid widespread surges

By Ragheema Mclean Police Minister Senzo Mchunu has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to tackling extortion and related crimes that continue to plague several regions in South Africa. Speaking before Parliament last week, Mchunu emphasized the ongoing efforts of the South African Police Service (SAPS) to combat these crimes, particularly in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, Western Cape, and Eastern Cape. In several Cape Town communities such as Philippi, Samora Machel, Gugulethu, Nyanga, and […]

9 September 2024

Local

Gugulethu CPF Member’s Murder Shakes Community

By Ragheema Mclean The Deputy Chairperson of the Gugulethu Community Policing Forum, (CPF) Lulama “Guffy” Dinginto was murdered at her home during the early hours of Sunday morning. It is understood that Dinginto was fatally shot by an unknown suspect. Speaking to VOC News, National CPF Fransina Lukas vehemently condemned the senseless killing of the deputy chairperson of the Gugulethu CPF. She expressed: “The only sin of this brave crime […]

11 December 2023

Local

Gift of the Giver provide relief to flood stricken areas in Cape Town

By Lee-Yandra Paulsen Following recent downpours on the Cape Flats, Humanitarian organisation Gift of the Givers offered relief assistance to the flood stricken Gxagxa informal settlement in Gugulethu on Monday. In an interview on Tuesday Gift of the Giver spokesperson Ali Sably, told VOC Breakfast about the relief efforts taking place at some of the affected informal settlements. “As the harsh rains hit the Western Cape over the weekend our […]

25 April 2023

Local

Triple murder probed after gunmen open fire on vehicle in Gugulethu

Police are investigating a triple murder after gunmen opened fire on a vehicle on Sunday evening in Gugulethu, Cape Town. Three occupants of the vehicle – men aged 28 to 30 – were killed. “Reports from the scene indicate the vehicle in which the deceased were travelling had just entered NY6 at approximately 5.50pm when it came under fire from unknown gunmen, who later fled in another vehicle. Numerous shots […]

23 January 2023

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