Masiphumelele alleged mob justice
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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Mixed reaction over Masiphumelele mobile police station
Some have welcomed the move, saying they think officers’ proximity will help reduce crime in the interim.
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Masiphumelele community leaders don’t have details on latest mob attack
An alleged drug dealer was set alight in the area yesterday.
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Alleged drug dealer burnt to death in Masiphumelele
Deadly tensions have flared up again following reports of yet another mob justice attack.
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Masiphumelele leader ordered to stay out of township
Lubabalo Vellem was arrested in connection with vigilante attacks, sparking violent protests in the community.
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Alleged ring leader in Masiphumelele mob attacks granted bail
Lubabalo Vellem has been charged with murder, attempted murder, assault and public violence.
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Masiphumelele residents stand by their leader
Lubababalo Vellem was taken into custody several weeks ago and his arrest sparked violent protests.
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Masiphumelele ‘on edge’ after activist case is postponed
Community members, who were calling for Lubabalo Vellem to be released, say they won’t sleep tonight.
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Masiphumelele residents gather outside court
Police are keeping a close eye on the group who want community activist Lubabalo Vellem freed.
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'Masiphumelele protests are hurting businesses'
The area near Fish Hoek has seen a wave of protests and at least three mob killing over the past few weeks.
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Masiphumelele community leaders slam violent protests
A community leader said the community previously agreed that they would respect court processes.
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WCED: Masiphumelele too volatile for matriculants
The WCED collected more than 200 matriculants in the area who’ve been transported to an alternate location.
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Masiphumelele matriculants moved to safety
Over 200 matriculants were transported to an alternative location to safely write their exams.
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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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Masiphumelele: No arrests made after alleged mob killings
The community has seen a spate of vigilante attacks recently with the community calling for visible policing.
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Masiphumelele: Fire services forced to withdraw amid protest
Residents stoned a fire truck after firefighters were called out to douse a shack in the area.
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1 dead in Masiphumelele mob justice attack
A suspected drug dealer was burnt to death & another suspected merchant’s home raided, allegedly by residents.
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Masiphumelele calm after intense protests
The Ocean View CPF says police will continue to monitor Masiphumelele over the next few days.
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Masiphumelele reiterates calls for proper policing
Violent protests erupted in the streets of the informal settlement on Tuesday.
