SA records fewer GBV cases between July and September:
While there has been a drop in the number of sexual offences reported, the scourge of gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF) continues to haunt women and children in the country.
: SAnews – South African News Gabisile
Crime statistics increased between July and September, statistics reveal:
Following a lull in criminal activity during the hard national COVID-19 lockdown, figures began to rise as restrictions were eased between July and September.
: SAnews – South African News sihle
Well wishes for Hindu community during Deepavali:
President Cyril Ramaphosa has wished South Africa’s Hindu community well as they observe the religious festival of Deepavali.
: SAnews – South African News Edwin
SAPS dismisses Deputy Commissioner Mgwenya:
National Deputy Commissioner Bonang Mgwenya has been dismissed from her position following an internal disciplinary hearing this week, which found her guilty of allegations of criminal involvement.
: SAnews – South African News sihle
W Cape concerned about rising number of COVID-19 cases:
The Western Cape’s Coronavirus cases have risen by 20% due to the increasing number of infections recorded in the Garden Route District.
: SAnews – South African News Gabisile
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Fun Western Cape Fact: Table Mountain has an unusually rich biodiversity. Its vegetation consists predominantly of several different types of the unique and rich Cape Fynbos. The main vegetation type is endangered Peninsula Sandstone Fynbos, but critically endangered Peninsula Granite Fynbos, Peninsula Shale Renosterveld and Afromontane forest occur in smaller portions on the mountain.
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