Two men killed and woman injured in morning shooting at Lavender Hill
Two men were killed and a woman injured in an early-morning shooting at Muir Court, Lavender Hill on 6 October 2026, police said.
Two men were killed and a woman injured in an early-morning shooting at Muir Court, Lavender Hill on 6 October 2026, police said.
Moegamat Zain, a 28-year-old barber, was shot dead outside his barbershop in Lavender Hill on Sunday, 6 September 2026, marking the second fatal shooting in the area within 24 hours. The Cape Argus, which first reported the killing on 7 September, described him as a father of three who was...
A new community library in St Montague Village, Lavender Hill, officially opened on Monday, 31 August 2026, giving children from several surrounding neighbourhoods a safe space to read, do homework, and receive meals. The facility was established by Beona Oliver of the Beona Foundation and operates daily from 09:00 to...
Local residents in Lavender Hill marked a recent initiative titled ‘Furry Christmas in July’ this week, an event organised to provide social support and companionship to the area’s elderly population. The gathering sought to address the isolation often faced by seniors in a community currently grappling with significant socio-economic pressures,...
Rise Above Development (RAD) is currently hosting a youth World Cup tournament in Lavender Hill, providing children from the local community and Parkwood with a structured sporting programme during the winter school holidays. The event, which began on Monday, 29 June 2026, is scheduled to conclude on Friday, 10 July...
A community-based football tournament is providing a vital outlet for children in Lavender Hill and Parkwood, serving as both a source of hope and a protective environment in areas frequently affected by crime and gang violence. The initiative, which gained prominence in July 2026, aims to steer local youth away...
Michelle Arendse, a prominent figure in Lavender Hill, continues to lead grassroots efforts aimed at addressing systemic challenges within the Cape Flats community. Her daily work involves coordinating local initiatives that provide support to residents, particularly those affected by ongoing cycles of violence and socio-economic displacement. Advocacy In Challenging Environments...
South African Football Association (SAFA) president Danny Jordaan visited the Lavender Hill community this week to engage with local youth as part of the country’s annual Youth Day commemorations. The visit, which took place in the days following the June 16 public holiday, focused on the role of sport in...
A 17-year-old girl from Lavender Hill has been charged with the murder of her mother following a dispute over R10. The incident took place on June 7, 2026, in their home, where the mother was found with multiple stab wounds. Investigation and Arrest The police arrested the daughter at the...
A young father from Lavender Hill was tragically shot and killed while walking home after Taraweeh prayers on the first evening of Ramadan. The violent incident has left his family and the local community in deep distress, with many questioning the safety of worshippers during the holy month. The grieving...
After finishing her matric, Yumna Alexander pursued a Bachelor of Education degree. During her studies, she noticed many individuals at the Manenberg library struggling with using the library’s computers and crafting their CVs. Yumna responded by initiating an information and communications technology (ICT) course at the library. As she continued...
The Cape Flats area, particularly Lavender Hill in Cape Town, has become a focal point of tension following the removal of a mural depicting the Palestinian flag by the City of Cape Town’s Law Enforcement. This action has sparked a wave of reactions among the local residents, some of whom...