Hout Bay

Fire Destroys Roughly 50 Structures In Imizamo Yethu, Weeks After Previous Blaze

A fire broke out in the Imizamo Yethu informal settlement on Hughenden Street in Hout Bay at approximately 1:30am on Tuesday, 8 September 2026, destroying roughly 50 informal structures before firefighters contained the blaze at about 7:45am the same morning. City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services spokesperson Jermaine...

2 months agoSeptember 8, 2026Cape Flats NewsHout Bay

Firefighters Battle Fire in Imizamo Yethu Informal Settlement

City of Cape Town Fire and Rescue Services were deployed to Imizamo Yethu in Hout Bay on 28 July 2026, following a fire that destroyed multiple informal structures. The blaze, which broke out in a densely populated section of the settlement, has displaced several residents and left many without shelter...

3 months agoJuly 29, 2026By Siphiwe DlaminiHout Bay

Two Men Sentenced for Illegal Exploitation of Seals in Hout Bay Harbour

Two individuals have been sentenced for the illegal feeding and exploitation of seals at the Hout Bay Harbour, following a coordinated enforcement operation. The conviction marks a significant outcome for animal welfare advocates who have long campaigned against the unauthorised interaction with marine wildlife in the area. Enforcement And Legal...

5 months agoJune 16, 2026Bobby BoucherHout Bay

Jürgen Klopp Visits Hout Bay United Football Community

Renowned former Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp has been spotted immersing himself in the lively atmosphere of Cape Town, South Africa, much to the delight of local football fans. His presence in the Mother City has sparked excitement, with many eager to catch a glimpse of the celebrated coach. However, Klopp’s...

2 years agoFebruary 27, 2025By CapeFlats.co.zaCommunity, Hout Bay