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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.
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Masiphumelele residents boycott taxis after scuffle
Residents are at loggerheads with drivers after they refused to participate in a planned anti-drug campaign.
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Plans for Masiphumelele housing project nears completion
The City of Cape Town is currently finalising plans around the construction of several RDP houses.
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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.
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Masiphumelele matrics return home as exams conclude
About 200 learners had to be moved due to violent protests in the community.
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Masiphumelele matrics moved to safe exam venue
Due to protests, Masiphumelele grade 12s are writing their exams at a secure exam venue.
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Police monitor volatile Masiphumelele
The City of Cape Town says authorities are on high alert and will monitor the situation.
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Tensions flare in Masiphumelele
Protesters have barricaded Kommetjie Road by burning tyres, boats & a caravan since 2am.
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Conflict and chaos in Masiphumelele
Police fired rubber bullets at residents who looted shops and blocked roads in protest against effective policing. The protest comes after a spate of vigilante attacks.
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Police deploy more members to Masiphumelele
Acting WC police commissioner Thembisile Patekile says Operation Fiela and the nine arrests made so far are an indication of their efforts to end violence in Masiphumelele.
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Masiphumelele blaze victims receive help
A massive blaze swept through the community on Friday, leaving 1,300 people homeless.
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Zille: Alcohol linked to shack fires
WC Premier Helen Zille says alcohol abuse is one of the major contributors to shack fires.
