Emergency repairs are underway on a collapsed sewer pipe in De Villiers Street, Strand, South Africa. The City’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has appointed a contractor to carry out the necessary repairs while ensuring the safety of residents and motorists in the area.

The South African Police Service (SAPS) in Gauteng demonstrated their commitment to fighting crime and removing illegal firearms from the streets. The recent operation resulted in the seizure of five unlicensed firearms, two jamming devices, and an undisclosed amount of money. The operation was a collaborative effort between different law enforcement units and private security companies.

Dixson Ngamlane, the North West province Community Police Forum Chairperson (CPF), was a devoted and steadfast fighter against crime. Recently, the South African Police Service (SAPS) management honored him and his wife, who tragically lost their lives in a car accident in Fochville, Gauteng.

The Water and Sanitation Directorate in Cape Town has recently invested over R53 million in procuring 23 highly specialized trucks. These stateoftheart vehicles will improve the delivery of water and sanitation services throughout the city. The trucks were specifically designed to enhance the maintenance of the city’s sewer network.

On July 12, 2023, South African security forces apprehended 28 suspected illegal miners in Orkney. These individuals, aged 20 to 35, face charges of conspiracy to commit a crime, attempted murder, and contravention of the Immigration Act. They are expected to appear before the Orkney Magistrates’ Court on July 17.

South Africa’s property market is undergoing a significant change with the establishment of the Property Practitioners Regulatory Authority (PPRA), which replaces the Estate Agency Affairs Board (EAAB). Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi recently met with industry stakeholders to discuss the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for the sector, which has a significant impact on the country’s economy.

Indigent households in Mpumalanga are receiving newlyconstructed homes, thanks to the efforts of Human Settlements Minister Mmamoloko Kubayi and Mr. Speed Mashilo, the MEC of Human Settlements. The housing handover, which took place in the Dr Pixley Ka Isaka Seme Local Municipality, is a part of an initiative to restore dignity and security for the less fortunate, including the elderly.

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The Nelson Mandela Children’s Parliament has been instrumental in advocating for the inclusion of Sign Language as an official language in South Africa. This has been a significant achievement for the deaf and hard of hearing community and sets an important precedent of inclusivity and equality for other countries to follow.

In an effort to assist its vulnerable citizens, the City of Cape Town has opened applications for rates and services relief. This financial support is available for eligible residents, including indigent households, pensioners, and those facing financial difficulties. Successful applicants are encouraged to reapply every 12 months, while residents aged 60 and above can maintain their relief until the next municipal property valuation.