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Portfolio committee on transport chairperson Donald Selamolela was also at the scene on Wednesday. He was worried that commuters would be forced to dig deep in their pockets while the service was suspended.

Prasa Group CEO Hishaam Emeran said the accident was regrettable. "I've come to the site to see first hand what happened. The team briefed me on what happened. "A report was sent to our sister company, Transnet, who will now start embarking on the necessary investigations."

Undercover police caught members of the Clever Kids gang yesterday on Jan Smuts Road, who attempted to shoot at the Hard Livings gang in Manenberg. Officers spotted the taxi and as they approached the taxi sped off and a chase pursued. The taxi was pulled over and a firearm was found in possession of the one Clever Kids. Police also confiscated the firearm of the driver who is a lawful firearm owner. A total of 7 Clever Kids gang members were arrested as well as the driver of the taxi. Police are investigating a case of possession of a prohibited firearm and ammunition. Drugs were also found in their possession.

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Fish Hoek High School celebrated its 70th anniversary on Friday with a black-tie gala dinner, featuring Olympic champion Chad le Clos as the guest of honour. The event, held in the school’s Hepworth Hall, brought together past and present members of the school community. Guests were treated to a four-course meal prepared by the school’s catering team under the guidance of private chef and former pupil Grant Kipling. Read the the full story at www.falsebayecho.co.za

“Artsy Kalk Bay” was one of the highlights of a five-day visit to the far south for entrepreneur, influencer, content creator, and stand-up comedian Sami Hall. Know on Instagram and TikTok for her unique South African accent and videos that make light of the daily struggles of South Africans such as load shedding, potholes, and politics, Hall visited Cape Town for three weeks last month. Read the full story at www.plainsman.co.za Video from: Sami Hall Says Facebook page

The city of London will get to see what Cape Town has to offer - and book a direct flight here - all while taking a taxi cab in the English city. The branded cabs are part of a partnership agreement between Norse Atlantic Airways and the City of Cape Town, which was announced by Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis together with Mayco member for economic growth and tourism, James Vos, at the launch of Cape Town’s international destination campaign, on Wednesday, September 11 at the President Hotel.

A fire at a Galeshewe workshop destroyed over 10 vehicles

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A historic timeline documenting Fish Hoek's history, which dates back 560 million years, was unveiled at Valyland Centre on Saturday, August 31. The 2.4m x 1.4m wall-mounted display was designed by Richard Smith, owner of Gateway Guides and a member of the Historical Society of Cape Town. Mr Smith collaborated with the Fish Hoek Valley Museum, the Historical Society of Cape Town, and the Valyland Centre, to bring the timeline to life. Read the the full story at www.falsebayecho.co.za

The Sex Workers Education and Advocacy Task force (SWEAT) non-profit while various organisations supported sex workers on International Sex Worker Pride Day commemorated on Saturday September 14 held at Village Green, Observatory.

The Robben Island shoreline was buzzing with volunteers who came to clean up the UNESCO World Heritage Site on Saturday. Robben Island Museum joined forces with various partners including the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and Environment, SANParks, the V&A Waterfront, Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB), and Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages for the clean-up on Saturday, September 14, ahead of International Coastal Clean-up Day on Saturday September 21.

A family of four have been left destitute after a fire ravaged their shack on Sunday night, destroying all their belongings. The blaze broke out at approximately 10.30pm in the informal settlement of Red Hill.

The life of Uyinene Mrwetyana was commemorated in a unity walk against gender-based violence (GBV) on Saturday. Students and staff from UCT, along with activists from the Uyinene Mrwetyana Foundation (UMF), Langa For Men and Langa For Women were among those who took part in the walk from Darling Street, in District Six, to Parliament.

UWC presented honorary doctorates and a gold medal at a gala evening on Friday, celebrating individuals who have helped to advance society. Recipients at the gala, held at the university’s main campus in Bellville, came from South Africa and abroad. Read the full story at www.northernnews.co.za

On Monday 19 August, Estwynn Malgas youth leader at the Father’s House church and his team addressed bullying and violence at schools and at home. The programme also addressed gender based violence which was rife in many communities. Mr Malgas said that teenagers were falling victim to all sorts of crime and an intervention was needed. The Father's House church youth leader Tamlyn-Leigh Malgas left, and Grade 11 pupil at Heideveld Senior Secondary School Joey-Lee Liederman performed a spiritual dance. Read the the full story at www.athlonenews.co.za

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West End Primary pupil Rayaan Davids, 13, received the opportunity of a lifetime recently when he got to pose questions to an astronaut in space during the 32nd International Astronomical Union General Assembly 2024, held in Cape Town earlier this month. Astronomers from around the globe gather every three years at the assembly to further research, delve into challenges in astronomy, and cultivate collaboration. It was the first time in its over 100-year history that the assembly was held in Africa.

The Forever Young Seniors Club in Ocean View visited Cape Point Nature Reserve on Tuesday September 10, as part of the annual SA National Parks Week. ARKYS Outreach, a non-profit organisation, and the club’s founder Mutheera Fortune, of Mutheera’s Projects, organised the outing.

When Akhona Qengqe was a little girl, her father often told her that she’s not “just a girl, but a viable human being” who could do whatever she wanted in this world. Ms Qengqe, the general manager of KFC Africa, shared this at a gathering of women in the food industry held to mark Women’s Month, at the Pepper Club Hotel on Monday August 26.

As severe weather conditions hit the city, strong winds caused the signage at Access Park in Kenilworth, to collapse, blocking access to the area. Stay safe and be cautious in these conditions! Video: social media

Excitement filled the air at Zimasa Community School in Langa on Friday August 23 as teachers and Grade 1 learners received the innovative MiDesk—a school backpack that transforms into a desk and chair, complete with a USB charger and solar light. This design ensures students have a dedicated space for studying both at home and school. Talita Boodhram, Chief Marketing and Sales Officer at MiDesk Global, shared that the inspiration for MiDesk began when she was just 16 years old, watching news stories of learners studying under trees. Her vision turned into a reality that’s now making a difference in students’ lives Read the the full story at www.vukaninews.co.za

Local performing artists and various legacy festival concert tours have been given a R20 million boost by the new Festival Enterprise Catalyst(FEC) project launched last Thursday September 5 at the Baxter Theatre.