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Is the DA Involved in Housing Project Fraud in Plettenberg Bay?

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The DA-led municipality of Bitou (Plettenberg Bay) and its mayor, Memory Booysen, have been accused by Phakie Mbali, the ANC Chief Whip, of being involved in major housing fraud in Ward 7 (Kranshoek/Harkerville/Kwanokhuthula). Housing is a contentious issue, one which has led to protest, violence, destruction and N2 closures in both Plettenberg Bay and neighbouring Knysna. i.e. it’s an issue that has to be tackled with serious intention to resolve. I’m critical of both the DA and ANC but some of my readers make the mistake of thinking that the … Read the full article…

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Alan Winde and the state of the Western Cape economy

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This is a response to Alan Winde’s hypocritical speech about the economy and the DA’s plans for it. You can download it here. If you don’t know who Alan Winde is, you should because he has the power to influence the negative or positive future of Knysna. He is the Western Cape MEC of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism which makes him probably makes him more relevant to our town than any other politician outside of the President and Premier. He also comes from Knysna. The address looks “good on … Read the full article…

The truth may be bitter but sharing it is sweet!