community resilience

Managing the Surge: How the DWS is Tackling Rising Water Levels at Key DamsManaging the Surge: How the DWS is Tackling Rising Water Levels at Key Dams

Managing the Surge: How the DWS is Tackling Rising Water Levels at Key Dams

The Department of Water and Sanitation (DWS) is working hard to manage rising water levels at important dams like the…

1 month ago
A Night of Heroism in Mitchells PlainA Night of Heroism in Mitchells Plain

A Night of Heroism in Mitchells Plain

In the early morning in Mitchells Plain, Firefighter Michael Samuels heroically rescued a fivemonthold baby named Isaiah, who was struggling…

2 months ago
Within the Shadows of Middelpos: The Heart-Wrenching Tale of Joslin SmithWithin the Shadows of Middelpos: The Heart-Wrenching Tale of Joslin Smith

Within the Shadows of Middelpos: The Heart-Wrenching Tale of Joslin Smith

In the shadowy settlement of Middelpos, young Joslin Smith faces a heartbreaking life filled with poverty and neglect. Her mother,…

2 months ago
Grappling with Nature: Cape Town’s Urgent Call for Preparedness Amid Escalating Weather ChallengesGrappling with Nature: Cape Town’s Urgent Call for Preparedness Amid Escalating Weather Challenges

Grappling with Nature: Cape Town’s Urgent Call for Preparedness Amid Escalating Weather Challenges

Cape Town is facing a tough winter with wild weather bringing chaos to the city. To stay safe, residents are…

2 months ago
A Tale of Resilience and Reunion: The Astonishing Journey of PadfootA Tale of Resilience and Reunion: The Astonishing Journey of Padfoot

A Tale of Resilience and Reunion: The Astonishing Journey of Padfoot

Padfoot, a brave little cat, went missing for seven long years but finally returned home, thanks to a tiny microchip.…

2 months ago
Nature’s Dual Face: Beauty and DestructionNature’s Dual Face: Beauty and Destruction

Nature’s Dual Face: Beauty and Destruction

In KwaZuluNatal, South Africa, floods bring a harsh mix of beauty and destruction. The rains can transform landscapes but also…

2 months ago
Manenberg: A Community Under SiegeManenberg: A Community Under Siege

Manenberg: A Community Under Siege

Manenberg, a neighborhood in Cape Town, is caught in a tough battle against gang violence, poverty, and disrupted services. The…

2 months ago
Cape Town’s Plight: A City Grappling with ViolenceCape Town’s Plight: A City Grappling with Violence

Cape Town’s Plight: A City Grappling with Violence

Cape Town is currently facing a heartbreaking wave of violence, with gangrelated shootings taking 17 lives in just a few…

3 months ago
A Persistent Nightmare in Embalenhle: Justice ServedA Persistent Nightmare in Embalenhle: Justice Served

A Persistent Nightmare in Embalenhle: Justice Served

In Embalenhle, South Africa, a dark nightmare unfolded as Themba Prince Shongwe committed terrible crimes, including rapes and murders, from…

5 months ago
Villiersdorp’s Struggle: A Community Under SiegeVilliersdorp’s Struggle: A Community Under Siege

Villiersdorp’s Struggle: A Community Under Siege

Villiersdorp, a beautiful town in the Western Cape, is facing dark days due to a wave of cable thefts by…

7 months ago
A Day of Valor on Cape Town’s CoastlineA Day of Valor on Cape Town’s Coastline

A Day of Valor on Cape Town’s Coastline

On October 5th, 2023, Brandon Janeka became a hero when he bravely rescued a woman from drowning at Cape Town's…

7 months ago
The Tragic Tale of Ben Tuzee: A Community’s ResilienceThe Tragic Tale of Ben Tuzee: A Community’s Resilience

The Tragic Tale of Ben Tuzee: A Community’s Resilience

On a seemingly ordinary day in Glencairn, tragedy struck when Ben Tuzee was brutally murdered during a robbery while helping…

7 months ago
Maroela South: A Community Ensnared by CrisisMaroela South: A Community Ensnared by Crisis

Maroela South: A Community Ensnared by Crisis

Maroela South is a community in Kraaifontein facing serious troubles. They lack electricity, forcing families to rely on expensive gas…

7 months ago
Tragedy Strikes in Mitchells PlainTragedy Strikes in Mitchells Plain

Tragedy Strikes in Mitchells Plain

On October 16, 2023, a lively 21st birthday party in Mitchells Plain turned into a scene of horror when gunfire…

8 months ago
Winter’s Going … But Not Quite GoneWinter’s Going … But Not Quite Gone

Winter’s Going … But Not Quite Gone

Winter in Cape Town was tough in 20232024, with record rainfall and strong winds affecting over 167,000 people and damaging…

8 months ago

Building Communities: City Hands Over Homes in Macassar Mega Project

The Macassar Mega Housing Project in Cape Town is a big step towards creating homes for families, with plans for…

8 months ago