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Month: November 2018

IEC wants court to postpone Witzenberg Municipality by-election

Witzenberg Municipality

The Electoral Commission on Friday said that it approached the Electoral Court for postponement of by-election in Witzenberg Municipality, which was scheduled for Wednesday. “The Electoral Commission decided to urgently approach the Electoral Court to seek a postponement of the by-election in Ward 9 in WC022 – Witzenberg Municipality scheduled for 21 November 2018,” it … Read moreIEC wants court to postpone Witzenberg Municipality by-election

Life sentence for Lingelethu man who killed 14-months-old baby

Lingelethu

The Provincial Commissioner of the Western Cape police, Lieutenant General KE Jula, has welcomed the life sentence handed down to a 25-year-old Lingelethu man, Ntuthuzelo Mayekiso, for the murder of Lindokuhle Kota, aged one year, two months. According to the police, the murder occurred in May 2017. How Lingelethu man was arrested “Lingelethu police responded to … Read moreLife sentence for Lingelethu man who killed 14-months-old baby

Hi-profile Muizenberg gang leaders arrested

Muizenberg

Police say that following a significant increase in murders and attempted murder cases within the Muizenberg and Steenberg Policing precinct, they arrested several gang leaders. “Intelligence gathered linked members of the “26” Junky Funky Kids (JFK’s) to these serious and violent cases,” described Captain FC Van Wyk. “Various individuals within this Gang structure were identified and … Read moreHi-profile Muizenberg gang leaders arrested

Operation Thunder nabs drug dealers and other criminals

Operation Thunder

Members of SAPS’ Operation Thunder conducted multi-disciplinary operations in Cape Town’s gang affected areas. The operation was conducted in conjunction with Cape Town Metro Police from 9 to 11 November 2018. “During these operations, 25 arrests were made for attempted murder, illegal possession of firearm and ammunition,” said police spokesperson, Captain FC Van Wyk. Operation Thunder … Read moreOperation Thunder nabs drug dealers and other criminals

Hawks seize drugs worth R8.9 million in Somerset West

Somerset West

A Hawks’ Narcotics Enforcement Bureau (SANEB) and Crime Intelligence operation has led to the arrest of a 25-year-old suspect in Somerset West for drug dealing. “Police also recovered drugs valued at more than R8.9 million after a swoop in Somerset West,” said police spokesperson, Captain Philani Nkwalase. “The officers were taking part in an intelligence … Read moreHawks seize drugs worth R8.9 million in Somerset West

Public’s assistance needed in Hout Bay inquest case

Aldred Coenraad Beukes

Detectives in Hout Bay are seeking the assistance of the public with information that can assist in their investigation in regard to the cause of the death of Aldred Coenraad Beukes. “Aldred Coenraad Beukes is originally from Keimoes in the Northern Cape Province,” said police spokesperson, Captain FC Van Wyk. “When he came to Cape Town … Read morePublic’s assistance needed in Hout Bay inquest case

Cape Town Detectives need public assistance in murder case

Cape Town

Cape Town Central Detectives are seeking the assistance of the public in identifying the person depicted in the photos. “If you know the whereabouts of the person in the pictures, or can assist with information that will lead to his arrest, kindly contact Detective Warrant Officer Shaun Bardien on 021 467 6320, 021 467 8001 or 073 220 … Read moreCape Town Detectives need public assistance in murder case

Committee notes Gigaba’s resignation

gigaba

The chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Home Affairs, Hlomani Chauke, says he has noted the resignation of Home Affairs Minister Malusi Gigaba. Gigaba handed his resignation letter to President Cyril Ramaphosa on Tuesday. According to Chauke, the committee acknowledges the selfless and principled decision taken by the Minister to resign following damning findings by … Read moreCommittee notes Gigaba’s resignation

Poppy Day: End of First World War commemorated

Poppy Day

A service to mark Remembrance Day – also known as Poppy Day, was held on Sunday morning in the Overstrand Municipality. War veterans and friends and family gathered at the Cenotaph War Memorial at the Old Harbour in Hermanus. The sound of a lone bugler playing the Last Post followed by the observation of two minutes’ … Read morePoppy Day: End of First World War commemorated

SA needs a ‘365 days of activism’ campaign; not just 16 days

16 days

The safety of South Africa’s women and children is an important issue which should enjoy attention and focused action all year long, not just for 16 days at the end of the year. So believes Charnel Hattingh, National Marketing and Communications Manager at Fidelity ADT. She was speaking ahead of the start of the annual … Read moreSA needs a ‘365 days of activism’ campaign; not just 16 days

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