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  • 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.

    2385 days ago
  • FILE. Two people died and at least 4,000 were left displaced following Masiphumelele shack fire on 29 November 2015. Picture: Shamiela Fisher/EWN.

    Protesters in Masiphumelele hand over memorandum of grievances

    Demonstrators marched to local municipal offices today, demanding housing.

    2389 days ago
  • FILE: More than 1,000 shacks were destroyed in a massive blaze last month. Picture: chrispreenphotography.com.

    Shacks built illegally to be demolished in Masiphumelele

    A number of shacks which have been illegally erected on private land in Masiphumelele will be torn down.

    2392 days ago
  • FILE: Masiphumelele residents have started rebuilding their homes that were gutted by Sunday’s fire. Picture: chrispreenphotography.com.

    Masiphumelele residents start rebuilding after deadly fire

    Thousands of Masiphumelele residents have started rebuilding their homes today.

    2401 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents have started rebuilding their homes that were gutted by a fire. Picture: chrispreenphotography.com

    'Violent protests delayed painting project in Masiphumelele'

    A councillor claims a plan to coat shacks in the area with fire retardant paint was cancelled.

    2403 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.

    2404 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents have started rebuilding their homes that were gutted by Sunday’s fire. Picture: chrispreenphotography.com

    Donations pour in as Masiphumelele residents rebuild their lives

    Capetonians & some retailers have been making donations & rallying around thousands of residents.

    2406 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.

    2407 days ago
  • Two people died and at least 4,000 others have been left displaced following Masiphumelele shack fire on 29 November 2015. Picture: Shamiela Fisher/EWN.

    City of CT does groundwork for Masiphumelele residents after fire

    Most residents lost all their belongings and donations for them have started pouring in.

    2407 days ago
  • Two people died and at least 4,000 others have been left displaced following Masiphumelele shack fire on 29 November 2015. Picture: Shamiela Fisher/EWN.

    Masiphumelele: 2 dead, 4,000 homeless after shack fire

    Thousands are trying to rebuild their lives following the devastating fire that ripped through Masiphumelele.

    2408 days ago
  • FILE: Three houses were also gutted in the blaze. Picture: ER24EMS via Twitter.

    Three killed, hundreds left homeless in CT shack fires

    Authorities have confirmed a third man has been killed in a shack fire in Langa.

    2408 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.

    2411 days ago
  • FILE. The community near Fish Hoek has been rocked by violent protests and several vigilante attacks in recent weeks. Picture: Thomas Holder/EWN

    Mixed reaction over Masiphumelele mobile police station

    Some have welcomed the move, saying they think officers’ proximity will help reduce crime in the interim.

    2417 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.

    2427 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.

    2428 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.

    2430 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.

    2434 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.

    2435 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.

    2435 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents have 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 activist behind bars urges community to be peaceful

    Lubabalo Vellem’s case was postponed to Monday much to the community's disappointment.

    2437 days ago
  • Masiphumelele residents said they have had enough of crime in the area. They have gathered outside Simons Town Magistrates Court in support of community activist Lubabalo Vellem. PictureL Lauren Isaacs/EWN.

    Masiphumelele residents gather outside court

    Police are keeping a close eye on the group who want community activist Lubabalo Vellem freed.

    2438 days ago
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