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City of Cape Town power update for Thursday, 28 November 2024
Stay informed with the latest City of Cape Town power update right here.
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City of Cape Town power update for Wednesday, 27 November 2024
Here's a look at the latest City of Cape Town power update for Wednesday.
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City of Cape Town power update for Tuesday, 26 November 2024
Here's a look at the latest City of Cape Town power update for Tuesday.
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Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 25 November 2024
The Western Cape’s dam levels are continuing to trend downward due to dry weather and insufficient rainfall in key areas.
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City of Cape Town power update for Monday, 25 November 2024
Here's a look at the latest City of Cape Town power update for Monday.
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Ministry confirms no restriction on amount of sewage Cape Town may pump out to sea
Clarity given after City’s claim that it is still limited by historic licence conditions.
Crime
Security guards shot while escorting garbage collectors in Cape Town
As a result of the incident, the City has withdrawn solid waste services in Philippi East, Samora Machel, Browns Farm, Unathi and Bester in Crossroads.
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City extends public comment on sale of old Woodstock Hospital
This follows a meeting on Wednesday by Woodstock ratepayers to discuss the City’s intention to sell the site.
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Rare sighting of elephant seal in Camps Bay sparks frenzy [photo]
Conservation experts are urging people to maintain a safe distance and keep pets away from the seal to avoid stress or injury to the animal.
![Rare sighting of elephant seal in Camps Bay sparks frenzy [photo]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/swisherpost-elephant-seal-768x512.jpg)
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City of Cape Town power update for Friday, 22 November 2024
On Friday, the Cape Town loadshedding schedule will be suspended. Here's everything you must know.
Events
Italy in Town Festival: Dates, what to expect, how to buy tickets
The festival, supported by the Italian Consulate in Cape Town, offers an immersive two-day experience for all ages.
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Claremont man found dead in Newlands Forest
Dhananjanya Naidoo left his home to go on a walk in Newlands Forest on Saturday, 16 November 2024. His dead body was discovered four days later.
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City of Cape Town power update for Thursday, 21 November 2024
Stay informed with the latest City of Cape Town power update right here.
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City of Cape Town power update for Wednesday, 20 November 2024
On Wednesday, residents connected to the City of Cape Town will be protected from blackouts.
Crime
Ravensmead High teen shot dead on his way to school
As chaos broke out at the crime scene, pandemonium set off a kilometre away, where pupils from St Andrews Technical High sounded the alarm after the gunmen ran into the school.
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City halts waste collection services in Kraaifontein after receiving extortion letter
The service suspension has affected the following informal settlements.
News
Imekhaya Primary pupils survive horror poisoning after eating spaza shop snacks [video]
Nine pupils from Imekhaya Primary School, in Mossel Bay, fell terribly ill after sharing a packet of chips bought from a spaza shop.
![Imekhaya Primary pupils survive horror poisoning after eating spaza shop snacks [video]](https://www.swisherpost.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/swisherpost-imekhaya-primary-768x512.jpg)
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City of Cape Town power update for Tuesday, 19 November 2024
On Tuesday, residents connected to the City of Cape Town will be protected from blackouts.
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Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 18 November 2024
Looking ahead, if rainfall remains sporadic, further reductions in overall dam levels could occur.
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City of Cape Town power update for Monday, 18 November 2024
Here's a look at the latest City of Cape Town power update for Monday.
Crime
Hawks arrest suspect behind Bellville bomb threats
On Friday, 15 November, a search and seizure operation in Mamre led to the arrest of the suspect and the confiscation of several items believed to be connected to the case.
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City of Cape Town power update for Friday, 15 November 2024
On Friday, the Cape Town loadshedding schedule will be suspended. Here's everything you must know.
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City of Cape Town power update for Thursday, 14 November 2024
City of Cape Town clients should enjoy no loadshedding all day, on Thursday.
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City of Cape Town power update for Wednesday, 13 November 2024
On Wednesday, residents connected to the City of Cape Town will be protected from blackouts.
Crime
David Manuel murder case takes a significant turn
Western Cape police confirmed that a man and a woman, both between 30 and 40 years old, were apprehended on suspicion of murdering Manuel and an unidentified friend last month in Gugulethu.
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Western Cape dam levels report for Monday, 11 November 2024
Western Cape dam levels rose slightly to 99.5% this week, aided by some recorded rainfall.
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City of Cape Town power update for Tuesday, 12 November 2024
On Tuesday, residents connected to the City of Cape Town will be protected from blackouts.
Crime
Manenberg shooter gets instant karma after killing two victims
A weekend of gang violence in Manenberg saw multiple fatalities, including a shooter who was later gunned down.
Crime
Manhunt launched for Bellville tavern murder suspect
The incident unfolded shortly after 19:00 at a tavern located at the corner of South and Blankenberg Streets in Bellville’s central business district.
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US hiker rescued from horror ordeal at Lion’s Head
The hiker, who had been descending from the summit with friends, lost her footing near the ladders section of the trail, suffering injuries that made it impossible to continue.
