Cape Town’s urban landscapes were transformed into lively murals advocating for ocean conservation and community activism through Sea Walls South Africa, an initiative by the PangeaSeed Foundation in collaboration with the Save Our Seas Foundation. The event brought together 18 muralists to address urgent marine issues such as plastic waste and community involvement in protecting marine life. The murals serve as educational devices advocating for ocean care through imaginative storytelling and embody the concept of ‘artivism’, symbolizing the transformative power of art in inciting change.
The EFF has demanded the resignation of DA councillor Abdulkader Elyas, accusing him of falsifying his medical qualifications. The controversy began when Elyas claimed to have earned his qualifications from the University of Cape Town, which was allegedly false. ActionSA has called for a qualifications audit to ensure that only qualified individuals hold public office and to maintain credibility and ethical leadership within the Western Cape Government and the City of Cape Town. The scandal highlights the importance of honesty, integrity, and ethical leadership in public office, and the need for vigilance and accountability.