Housing

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Power struggle between ANC and EFF in Brakpan turns violent

Some residents oppose EFF’s involvement in land occupation

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News | 23 July 2018

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In photos: Bheki Cele versus Hermanus protesters

Tensions escalate in Zwelihle following assault on police officer and subsequent house raids by SAPS

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News | 21 July 2018

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Cape Town’s apartheid-era hostel dwellers want family homes

“I have to share a room with my children and grandchildren”

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News | 20 July 2018

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Paraplegic man faces eviction

Swartland municipality says it is investigating possible alternatives although it is not obliged to do so

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News | 20 July 2018

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Khayelitsha residents install their own communal taps

City of Cape Town says connections are illegal but it will see if it can assist with services

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Brief | 20 July 2018

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RDP houses unfit for people with disabilities

People with disabilities are prioritised for RDP houses but their homes are often not adjusted for them despite mounds of legislation

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News | 19 July 2018

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Family breadwinner electrocuted by illegal connection

Residents say they have long been battling with the municipality to get electrification for Vastrap informal settlement

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News | 18 July 2018

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Shack erected at Helen Zille’s residence

Youth collective say the premier should spend her 67 minutes for Mandela Day inside the shack

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Brief | 18 July 2018

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In photos: Hermanus protests

Community want charges dropped against arrested leader

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Photo Essay | 16 July 2018