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This file shows residents rebuilding their homes that were gutted by a fire in Masiphumelele. Picture: chrispreenphotography.com

Masiphumelele township

Shack fire displaces some Masiphumelele residents

By Shamiela Fisher

At least 14 structures were destroyed by the fire in the early hours of this morning.

  • The DA's Cape Town mayoral candidate Patricia de Lille at the launch of the party's manifesto for the city. Picture: Xolani Koyana/EWN

    Multi-million rand housing projects on cards for Masiphumelele, Imizamo Yethu

    Masiphumelele has seen several protests recently over housing issues.

    2190 days ago
  • Calm was restored to Masiphumelele after clashes erupted between residents and taxi drivers at the taxi rank on 10 May 2016. Picture: Natalie Malgas/EWN.

    Threats of more violence keep cops on high alert in Masiphumelele

    Chaos erupted yesterday when taxi drivers allegedly tried to force residents to use their services.

    2205 days ago
  • Grabouw residents protest on 10 May 2016 after shacks were demolished in the area. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN.

    9 arrested in Grabouw protests

    Earlier, authorities had extinguished fires around the settlement with the help of aerial support.

    2206 days ago
  • Taxis are pictured in Masiphumelele on 10 May 2016. Picture: Natalie Malgas/EWN.

    Masiphumelele residents boycott taxis after scuffle

    Residents are at loggerheads with drivers after they refused to participate in a planned anti-drug campaign.

    2206 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents protest on 3 May 2016. Picture: Shamiela Fisher/EWN.

    Cops on alert as Masiphumelele protesters head to Simons Town

    It’s believed residents are demonstrating over the arrests of 3 community leaders who are due in court.

    2213 days ago
  • FILE: A fire in Masiphumelele left scores of people homeless. Picture: chrispreenphotography.com

    Plans for Masiphumelele housing project nears completion

    The City of Cape Town is currently finalising plans around the construction of several RDP houses.

    2298 days ago
  • Students from Masiphumelele High to the Western Cape Education Dept to demand better schooling.Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN

    Masiphumelele pupils march to hand over memorandum

    Hundreds of pupils from Masiphumelele High School in Cape Town march to the Department of Education to hand over a memorandum demanding improvements in their education.

    2311 days ago
  • Metro Police officials armed with riot shields patrolled the area. Picture: Lauren Isaacs/EWN.

    More illegally built shacks torn down in Masiphumelele

    Residents say Metro Police officials moved in and destroyed their homes early this morning.

    2346 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents have started rebuilding their homes that were gutted by Sunday’s fire. Picture: chrispreenphotography.com

    'Masiphumelele fire could've been avoided'

    The company that manufactures fire-retardant paint says govt didn’t act on time to hire their services.

    2364 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents have started rebuilding their homes that were gutted by Sunday’s fire. Picture: chrispreenphotography.com

    'Layout of Masiphumelele shacks needs to change'

    Two people were killed by the shack fires which also left 4,000 people displaced.

    2367 days ago
  • FILE: The matric exams wrapped up with the history paper today. Picture: Reinart Toerien/EWN.

    Masiphumelele matrics return home as exams conclude

    About 200 learners had to be moved due to violent protests in the community.

    2372 days ago
  • FILE: Police are now investigating a case of murder and malicious damage to property following the attack. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN.

    Masiphumelele community leaders don’t have details on latest mob attack

    An alleged drug dealer was set alight in the area yesterday.

    2388 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents gathered outside Simons Town Magistrates Court in support of community activist Lubabalo Vellem, who has been accused of murder after he allegedly assaulted a man in his community who later died of his injuries. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN

    Alleged drug dealer burnt to death in Masiphumelele

    Deadly tensions have flared up again following reports of yet another mob justice attack.

    2388 days ago
  • FILE: After issuing a warning order for a crowd of roughly 400 people in Masiphumelele township in Cape Town, police began arresting protesting residents. Some fell over in the scramble, their clothing coming off in the chaos. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN.

    Cops arrest man believed to be responsible for Masiphumelele crimes

    Police say they first arrested the 33-year-old man for being in possession of suspected stolen property.

    2391 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents gathered outside Simons Town Magistrates Court in support of community activist Lubabalo Vellem, who has been accused of murder after he allegedly assaulted a man in his community who later died of his injuries. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN

    Masiphumelele leader ordered to stay out of township

    Lubabalo Vellem was arrested in connection with vigilante attacks, sparking violent protests in the community.

    2395 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents gathered outside Simons Town Magistrates Court in support of community activist Lubabalo Vellem, who has been accused of murder after he allegedly assaulted a man in his community who later died of his injuries. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN

    Masiphumelele community leader back in court next year

    Lubababalo Vellem made his third appearance in the Simons Town Magistrates Court on Monday.

    2395 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents gathered outside Simons Town Magistrates Court in support of community activist Lubabalo Vellem, who has been accused of murder after he allegedly assaulted a man in his community who later died of his injuries. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN

    Alleged ring leader in Masiphumelele mob attacks granted bail

    Lubabalo Vellem has been charged with murder, attempted murder, assault and public violence.

    2396 days ago
  • Scores of Masiphumelele residents have flanked the Glencairn Express way as they make their way to the court to show their support for Lubababalo Vellem. Picture: Lauren Isaacs/EWN.

    Masiphumelele residents stand by their leader

    Lubababalo Vellem was taken into custody several weeks ago and his arrest sparked violent protests.

    2396 days ago
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