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WC children under siege
Child protection week reveals a harrowing reality: over 700 children in the Western Cape have suffered gunshot wounds, while thousands more have been hospitalised for stabbings. This article explores the alarming rise in violence against children and the systemic issues contributing to their victimisation.
Gang violence escalates as two more suspects charged in Wynberg court murder
Two new suspects have been charged in the Wynberg Magistrate’s Court murder case, intensifying concerns over gang violence in Cape Town.
Gauteng Education MEC takes a stand against rising gang violence in schools
Gauteng MEC for Education, Matome Chiloane, urgently calls for community action to combat escalating gang violence in schools, following alarming incidents that threaten the safety of learners and educators.
People’s Movement for Change defends member amid political smear campaign
The People’s Movement for Change defends Claudine Coleridge, a member of the Elsies River Community Policing Forum, against allegations of gang affiliations following a controversial photograph. As political tensions escalate, the Western Cape CPF Board calls for a review of membership integrity.
Padayachee denies selling guns to gangs
Arms dealer tells court he sold guns to middleman, who committed suicide.
Durban gun-runner's role in fuelling Cape gang wars revealed in court
A mother from Lotus River testifies in the Western Cape High Court about the last moments of her son, Chad Julius, who was allegedly shot in a gang-related incident linked to illegal firearms sold by arms dealer Anderson Padayachee.
Concerns over gang links lead to review of Western Cape CPF vetting process
The Western Cape Community Police Board is set to implement a vetting process for executive members following alarming revelations about gang affiliations within the Elsies River Community Policing Forum.