Cape Town faces heavy rainfall and flooding, but the city’s stormwater and sewage teams work tirelessly to unblock drains and maintain drainage systems. Public cooperation is also essential, with reporting of obstructed infrastructure and illegal dumping crucial in minimizing crises. Despite the challenges, Cape Town remains resilient thanks to the collective effort of its teams and residents.
The 2023 National Freedom Day celebrations were marked by a speech from President Cyril Ramaphosa. In his address, he discussed several issues concerning the history of Matlosana, the progress that had been made since the advent of democracy, and the challenges that the country still faced. While acknowledging the progress made over nearly three decades of democracy, he also recognized that there was still much work to be done.