Western Cape
The Mossel Bay Municipality in the Western Cape has assured residents of a full year's water supply, even as forecasts predict below-average rainfall this year. This comes amid ongoing drought conditions affecting the Garden Route and Little Karoo regions. The assurance is based on current average daily consumption levels.
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Rosaline van As, known as Tannie Poppie, has resumed her roadside rooster brood business on the N1 highway in Laingsburg after overcoming financial and health challenges. The festive season has boosted her sales, providing much-needed hope at age 69. Visitors continue to flock to her stall, praising her traditional baking.
The Western Cape Government has completed pedestrian safety improvements around the Pioneer School for the Visually Impaired in Worcester. This initiative addresses community concerns during Disability Awareness Month. Provincial Minister Isaac Sileku emphasized the commitment to inclusive transport systems.
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Western Cape Police Commissioner Thembisile Patekile has affirmed full cooperation with a police ombudsman report revealing gang infiltration in the South African Police Service (SAPS). Speaking at a medal parade in Paarl, he emphasized that corrupt officers will face consequences. The redacted 2022 report was released last week amid civil society pressure.