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Revitalized Community in Elsies River

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In Elsies River, the City of Cape Town is distributing property title deeds to eligible residents through the Elsies River Title Deeds Initiative. This initiative aims to empower residents, foster robust communities, and promote ownership and belonging. The City has set up a specialized unit to assist residents in gaining access to this initiative and is committed to distributing around 12,000 title deeds to eligible residents. The initiative is a priority for the City, and residents are encouraged to engage and learn more about it to benefit from the program.

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An Uninvited Resident: The Struggles of South African Homeowners

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Francesca Lucia, an Italian property developer, experienced a legal nightmare in South Africa when she discovered a squatter occupying her dream property. Despite the law siding with squatters, Lucia was committed to respecting it and sought legal advice. After months of escalating legal fees, renovation expenses, and emotional distress, Lucia was forced to pay a settlement of R38,000 to the squatter, highlighting the urgent need for legal reform to address issues related to squatter’s rights and protect homeowners from similar predicaments.

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A Revolutionary Leap Towards Inclusivity: Cape Town’s ‘No Cost Transfer’ Programme

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Cape Town’s ‘No Cost Transfer’ programme is a revolutionary initiative that transforms tenants into proud property owners. It offers financial support for attorney transfer fees and insurance costs, eradicating financial impediments that typically discourage potential homeowners. The programme focuses on addressing historical injustices and is a launchpad for future initiatives aimed at empowering citizens via property ownership. Cape Town stands firm in its commitment to nurture dignity and inclusivity through property ownership, building a city of hope for all its residents.

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Cape Town Champions Innovative ‘Zero Expense Transfer’ Property Ownership Scheme

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Cape Town has launched a revolutionary ‘Zero Expense Transfer’ program to help tenants become property owners without any financial burden. The initiative aims to promote inclusivity within communities through property ownership and has been earmarked for an estimated R40 million over a threeyear period. The initiative also covers attorney transfer fees and insurance costs for rental units, making the journey to homeownership easier for beneficiaries.

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Cape Town Enhances Property Ownership through Title Deeds Drive Initiative

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The Human Settlements Title Deeds Drive initiative reached Kuyasa, a neighborhood in Khayelitsha, Cape Town, on June 14, 2023. This program aims to empower residents, especially beneficiaries of previous housing programs, to claim their rightful title deeds. By providing security of tenure, it enables property owners to unlock opportunities for themselves and future generations.

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Water Meter Replacement Programme Launched in Cape Town

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Keeping track of water usage is essential for ensuring accurate billing, efficient water usage, and preventing water wastage. To achieve this, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate has launched a Water Meter Replacement Programme worth R108 million. The program aims to replace aging and malfunctioning water meters across the City, beginning in the 2020/2021 financial year.