Mandilakhe Tshwete

Multimedia Journalist

Religious leaders plead for increased safety measures amid escalating shootings in Gugs

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Community leaders and students demand increased police presence and safety measures following a series of violent incidents, including ten murders in two weeks. ...

Court puts brakes on Codeta's bid challenging closure of disputed taxi route

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The Western Cape High Court has upheld the provincial Department of Mobility's decision to close specific taxi routes to ensure commuter safety amid ongoing violence. ...

Three-year-old Qadir Boer killed in suspected gang shooting in Hanover Park

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Hanover Park is in mourning after a three-year-old boy was tragically killed in a gang-related shooting, highlighting ongoing violence in the community.

Chaos erupts during service delivery march to civic centre

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Khayelitsha residents clashed with police while demanding a meeting with Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis during a protest march. The community's grievances include ...

Triple murder leaves Gugulethu residents in fear, police launch manhunt

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Three men have been fatally shot in Gugulethu's Lotus informal settlement, adding to a series of violent incidents that have left the community traumatised.

Cosatu demands urgent action for decent and sustainable employment

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Cosatu rallies for decent work and sustainable jobs, as the Western Cape government commits to creating over 600 000 jobs by 2035, addressing urgent issues of unemployment ...

Murdered Milnerton businessman Roger Brijlal laid to rest

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

In the wake of Roger Brijlal's tragic murder, the community unites in mourning and demands justice for the beloved businessman and philanthropist.

Gift of the Givers staff traumatised after Khayelitsha kidnapping ordeal

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Three Gift of the Givers staff were kidnapped in a shocking hijacking in Khayelitsha, igniting community outrage and drawing attention to the perilous conditions ...

Family demands justice for teen's death during sleepover

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

A 13-year-old girl tragically dies after an alleged assault during a sleepover in Khayelitsha, prompting her family to demand justice and raising concerns about ...

DA-led City under scrutiny following police raids over fraud and corruption

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Police raids in Cape Town have unveiled troubling allegations of corruption in municipal procurement, challenging the Democratic Alliance's long-standing claims ...

Gugs community puzzled by brazen murder of popular DJ, sportsman

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Gugulethu DJ Luvuyo 'P Touch' Sapepa was tragically killed in a shooting, igniting community outrage and calls for an end to gun violence.

CATA taxi owner and driver killed in separate incidents

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Two members of the Cape Amalgamated Taxi Association were shot and killed in separate incidents in Cape Town, raising concerns about safety in the area. Police are ...

Codeta decries costly closure of taxi routes closures amid ongoing disputes

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Codeta's urgent application reveals a R3 million loss from taxi route closures.

Khayelitsha shack fire claims lives of young couple

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

A couple tragically died in a Khayelitsha shack fire, raising urgent concerns for safety in informal settlements.

Thousands unite in Cape Town to demand justice for Palestine

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Thousands unite in Cape Town, passionately demanding justice for Gaza and calling for urgent government action against Israel's ongoing genocide.

SA coalition demands accountability and justice for Palestinians in upcoming march

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Activists in South Africa mobilise for a historic march demanding urgent legal action against Israel for alleged apartheid and genocide, calling for economic sanctions ...

Electricity crisis sparks attack on Khayelitsha clinic

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Residents of Khayelitsha express their frustrations over electricity shortages by attacking a local clinic, leading to condemnation from the City of Cape Town and ...

Police probe discovery of body believed to be kidnapped businessman Roger Brijlal

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Cape Town authorities confirm the tragic discovery of a body believed to be kidnapped businessman Roger Brijlal, as they call on the community for vital information ...

Help find kidnapped Milnerton businessman Roger Brijlal

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Western Cape police are urgently investigating the kidnapping of businessman Roger Brijlal, who vanished near his Milnerton home. With growing concerns for his health, ...

Tragic daylight shooting claims three lives in Nyanga

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Three men were shot dead in a shocking incident in Nyanga, Lusaka, leaving the community in mourning and prompting calls for action against gang violence.

Cape Town's traffic by-law reform looks to empower officers to impound vehicles

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Cape Town's major traffic by-law overhaul targets reckless driving to enhance road safety and reduce fatalities.

Taxis impounded amid safety concerns and route closures

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The closure of 10 taxi routes in Cape Town begins with minimal disruption, despite safety concerns following violent clashes between taxi associations.

Opposition parties concerned over Smith, Limberg raid 'settlement agreement'

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Following a High Court ruling declaring a SAPS raid on Cape Town Mayco offices unlawful, opposition parties raise concerns about the equal application of the law, ...

Closure of Western Cape taxi routes 'necessary to protect lives'

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

The Western Cape government has closed several taxi routes due to escalating violence between rival associations, raising concerns for commuters and prompting potential ...

Khayelitsha residents demand accountability from councillors during tense imbizo

Mandilakhe Tshwete|Published

Tensions erupted at a Khayelitsha imbizo as residents confronted Cape Town councillors over service delivery failures, highlighting a growing demand for accountability ...