Genevieve Serra

Genevieve Serra

Robben Island museum upgrade enhances tourism

Genevieve Serra|Published

With the renovations under way, the museum saw an increase in tourists visiting the island with an estimated number of 86 622 visitors between November 2024 and ...

Miracle as toddler defeats aggressive cancer

Genevieve Serra|Published

Doctors previously described the cancer as being aggressive and that the tumour could double in size within 18 to 24 hours.

Miracle as toddler defeats aggressive cancer

Genevieve Serra|Published

Doctors previously described the cancer as being aggressive and that the tumour could double in size within 18 to 24 hours.

Western Cape murder rate drops 7. 9%, but civil groups call for stronger action

Genevieve Serra|Published

Murders reached a total number of 6 953, which meant 77 people are killed per day and attempted murder cases stood at 7 666, which amounts to 85 per day in the country. ...

Fake City officials arrested after Cape Town home burglary spree

Genevieve Serra|Published

The men allegedly entered a property in Camps Bay under the guise of being City officials and fled with stolen items.

16 Years later: Five face justice on Cytheria Rex's murder anniversary

Genevieve Serra|Published

“The day I cried, they smiled, they laughed, they had their fun, now my tears have dried up. We will have joy and laughter on the day she died because it is their ...

R1bn needed to upgrade fencing at 120 South African prisons

Genevieve Serra|Published

Nearly half of South Africa's correctional facilities lack adequate perimeter fencing, with R1bn needed to address deficiencies at 120 prisons, raising serious concerns ...

Moorreesburg officers busted vir verkragting

Genevieve Serra|Published

The two police officers accused of kidnapping and raping a woman on a Moorreesburg farm has been arrested.

Mother's heartfelt plea marks two years since Nick Frischke's disappearance

Genevieve Serra|Published

“My dear Nick, exactly 2 years ago today, our lives changed extremely. I have shed a lot of tears over the 104 weeks and this life without you is very difficult. ...

GRAVE CONCERN

Genevieve Serra|Published

Sixth family comes forward against ‘fraud’ undertaker

Community gathers to remember SANDF soldiers lost in DRC

Genevieve Serra|Published

Candles were lit and flowers placed next to the photographs of the soldiers in the vigil which took place on Friday.

Moorressburg police officers arrested over alleged rape, kidnapping

Genevieve Serra|Published

The allegations were that the officers had used a state vehicle and offered their 27-year-old victim a lift and then allegedly raped her.

Sixth Cape Town family falls victim to funeral home pauper scandal

Genevieve Serra|Published

They made the grim discovery after reading a Cape Argus exposé into the suspected pauper and cremation scam allegedly by Petrus Booysen of St Francis Funeral home ...

UN chief Guterres warns of escalating conflict in DRC at African Union session

Thobeka Ngema and Genevieve Serra|Published

At the African Union session, UN Secretary-General António Guterres warned that ongoing fighting in the DRC threatens regional stability and called for dialogue ...

Dr Paulus Antonio: from homelessness to academic success

Genevieve Serra|Published

Despite growing up in very impoverished conditions in Korsten and Lotus River and without a father, Dr Antonio managed to obtain his ND in Police Administration, ...

TWO COPS ACCUSED TO RAPE ON FARM

Genevieve Serra|Published

Police and IPID are investigating a case of rape where two police officers allegedly kidnapped and raped a woman on a farm near Moorreesburg.

Elderly queue from 3am for SASSA card exchange

Genevieve Serra|Published

Elderly South Africans face long queues and challenges as they transition from SASSA Gold Cards to new Postbank Black Cards, raising concerns about accessibility ...

Row erupts over blocked Camps Bay view

Genevieve Serra|Published

An Italian property mogul and her husband claim their neighbour has breached building height regulations, obscuring their scenic view.

Two WC cops under investigation for alleged kidnapping and rape

Genevieve Serra|Published

An investigation is underway after two police officers allegedly kidnapped and raped a woman in Moorreesburg, marking a troubling trend of similar incidents in the ...

Empowering future leaders: Highlights from the Cape Flats Sports Academy Gala

Genevieve Serra|Published

Matric learners from various schools in Cape Flats were celebrated at a gala dinner, recognising their achievements and connecting them with local business leaders ...

Safety concerns persist at Table Mountain despite decrease in muggings

Genevieve Serra|Published

Friends of Table Mountain urges increased funding for safety measures at Table Mountain National Park, despite a decrease in crime rates.

Education crisis: NPO assists unplaced learners in Western Cape

Genevieve Serra|Published

A number of the late placements applications stems from children moving to the Western Cape.

Calm restored at CPUT after violent protests over student accommodation

Genevieve Serra|Published

Following violent protests over student accommodation, CPUT officials confirm the situation is now calm and are actively seeking private landlords to assist with ...

Expired baby formula found in spaza shops during raid in Khayelitsha

Genevieve Serra|Published

Authorities uncover expired baby formula and unsanitary conditions in Khayelitsha spaza shops during a joint operation, raising serious health concerns.

Escaped prisoner detained after hiding out in Rosebank

Genevieve Serra|Published

‘He is now back in custody at Pollsmoor Correctional Centre and will face additional charges related to his escape from lawful custody. ’

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