Retreat taxi leader Jay-Jay Maans mourned after 47 years in industry
Jay-Jay Maans, veteran leader of the Retreat Taxi Association, died aged 69 after 47 years in the industry. Hundreds attended his funeral on 3 October.
Jay-Jay Maans, veteran leader of the Retreat Taxi Association, died aged 69 after 47 years in the industry. Hundreds attended his funeral on 3 October.
Authorities are investigating reports of a shooting incident in Retreat that allegedly resulted in the death of one man and left a young boy injured on 7 July 2026. While initial accounts of the violence circulated, the South African Police Service (SAPS) has yet to provide public confirmation of the...
The Western Cape Flying Squad successfully intercepted and prevented a planned kidnapping in Retreat, Cape Town, on 28 June 2026, leading to the immediate arrest of four suspects. The swift action by the specialised police unit disrupted the operation before it could be carried out, neutralising the threat to the...
Six years ago, Abu Sufiyaan Mc Helm found himself at a crossroads. After losing his job and facing the harsh realities of unemployment, the 37-year-old from Retreat, Cape Town, transformed his setbacks into an opportunity. Today, he proudly owns a thriving business that supplies custom-made smokers to restaurants and private...
The Steenberg Community Policing Forum has voiced its growing concern regarding a recent increase in gang-related violence within the area. Gavin Walbrugh, the Chairperson of the forum, has noted a troubling pattern where gang conflicts seem to escalate particularly during school vacation periods. Despite intensified police efforts to curb these...