Taxi association demands action after rank violence
The Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association (CATA) has called for the installation of surveillance cameras at Nyanga taxi ranks following a series of violent incidents, according to reports. EWN. The demand comes after nine minibuses were set on fire at the rank. This is the second such incident in more than a year. Several fatal shootings have also been reported there in recent months. Taxi operations were halted as the operators marched to Nyanga Police Station, accusing the police of delaying the investigation. CATA secretary Nkululeko Citybi said authorities should prioritize cases and provide regular updates. Western Cape Mobility MEC Isaac Sileku said it was necessary to install cameras at taxi ranks. He said discussions with the City of Cape Town could also include the use of drones to improve security.
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Memorial service set for Mosiuoa Lekota
According to reports, the Congress of the People (COPE) has announced that the first memorial service for its late leader, Mosiuoa Lekota, will be held on March 11 at the Regina Mundi Catholic Church in Soweto, Johannesburg. sabc news. The Church played an important role during the struggle against apartheid. A second memorial service is scheduled for Bloemfontein on 12 March. The special official funeral of Lekota Category Two will be held in Bloemfontein on Saturday, 14 March.
Ramaphosa deploys 550 soldiers to tackle Gauteng crime
According to reports, President Cyril Ramaphosa has confirmed that 550 soldiers have been deployed to Gauteng to assist police in the fight against crime. EWN. The operation, codenamed “Prosperous”, aims to tackle rampant illegal mining in the province. The intervention, which was first mentioned during the President's State of the Nation address, also includes the deployment of troops to the Western Cape, Eastern Cape and the Free State. In a letter to National Assembly Speaker Thoko Didiza, Ramaphosa said the Gauteng deployment will cost more than R80 million and will run from 30 January 2026 to 30 April 2026.