Photo by Mika Baumeister on Unsplash The Alternative – 27 September 2024 Very interesting article from Psyche, on the “new science of social change”, which gives protestors and activists the data that can help them win. A short extract below (posted under fair use terms). [Donate to Psyche here.] Protesters today have an opportunity. They can claim more victories…
Cape Town unveils plan to boost public transport, reduce car dependence
FILE: A MyCiTi bus. Picture: MyCiTi Bus/Facebook By Amy Fraser – 4 October 2024 Cape Town unveils plan to boost public transport, reduce car dependence A key focus of this initiative is the MyCiTi Phase 2A project, the largest public transport endeavour in South Africa. Africa Melane interviews Rob Quintas, Mayco Member for Urban Mobility…..
SEE | Spectacular Southern Lights on display across SA – again
The Southern Lights from Robertson on 11 October. (Supplied/ Loreza Mostert). William Brederode – 11 October 2024 The Aurora Australis, known as the Southern Lights, could be seen from across South Africa again in the early hours of Friday morning after a massive cloud of plasma spewed out from an active region of the sun…
The idea of a “public diner” has much historical precedent – and leads the way to a better food culture for the future
Hawker Centre, Singapore – a model for Public Diners The Alternative – 29 August 2024 Food has been the basis of many of the imaginative community initiatives featured in these pages (see this tag). Here’s a strong-minded report/proposal [PDF] from the food activist charity Nourish Scotland, advocating for “public diners”, provided by the state (or subsidised thereby). Their blog runs: Public…
In memoriam: Howard Richman
Very sad news Obs. Howard Richman passed away in his sleep on Sunday night. Howard ran Green Elephant and has long been involved in Obs community affairs, especially with regards safety and security. He will be sorely missed. Howard owned the Green Elephant Backpackers in Milton Road and also, at one stage, a cellphone repair…
Singabalapha at OY!Theatre
OY!Theatre performs their show Unbelievable tomorrow night at 7.30pm at Theatre Arts, Observatory Methodist Church hall. Tickets are R80 at the door. Whilst the work is vastly different from the work that we have created in the past, it is a true reflection of this current young company, their struggles and what they have achieved,…
Ward wide Stakeholders Public Meeting
Just a gentle reminder about our Salt River Community and Stakeholders Public Meeting on Tuesday evening 8 October 2024 at St. Lukes Hall (see attached poster advert). We have been informed by DAG that four Councilors will be attending the meeting (McMahon, Mohamed, Kempthorne and Axolile Notwala).
Oude Molen Precinct Project: Notice for comment in terms of Section 38 of the National Heritage Resources Act: Draft Heritage Impact Assessment for Oude Molen Precinct
Dear Interested and Affected Parties for the proposed Oude Molen Precinct redevelopment: This email serves as an important notice to inform you that due to requests received at the open house event (18 September 2024), the commenting period for the draft Heritage Impact Assessment, including an Archaeological Impact Assessment, Social Impact Assessment, Built-environment Study, Cultural…
STREETOPIA
Get ready to rumble in the (urban)jungle Streetopia/occupy space/ community – based /street art / cultural/ festival is on its way! Let’s get together for another fantastic VOLUNTEER DAY WE’VE BEEN MISSING YOU! Be sure to pull in for some creative fun – meet the team – and #get involved Who’s with me?!?!
Update from CTRA
The comment period is extended until 23 October 2024. Please submit your comments and objections here: https://www.capetown.gov.za/City-Connect/Have-your-say/Issues-open-for-public-comment For info, Greta Pegram located the previous comments submitted in 2021 on phase 1 of the by-laws. I would encourage you to go through them, especially the civic organisation comments, which are broad and cover many different views…