The root cause of land occupations can be traced back to the two fundamental pillars of the migrant labour system and the forced removals inherent in successive colonial administrations. Colonial administrations grappled with a paradoxical challenge as they sought a cheap source of black labour.
As authorities search for a fair and ethical solution to the growing number of people living on the streets, a non-governmental organisation based in Kenilworth says the establishment of micro safe spaces might hold the answer.
Across Cape Town, tents and makeshift homes are increasingly competing for the little open space left near the hustle and bustle of opportunities, writes Brett Herron.
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The City of Cape Town has been accused of breaking its promise over the call to prayer after a noise nuisance notice was issued to the Mughammaddiyah Masjid in Tennyson Street, Salt River.