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    Omanyano ovanhu koikundaneki yomalungula kashili paveta, Commisiner Sakaria takunghilile Veronika Haulenga

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Namibia

Swakopmund Informal Settlements Plagued by Spate of Fires

Swakopmund's DRC informal settlement has been hit by ten fires since the beginning of the year, resulting in significant damage and casualties. These fires have affected 14 structures, caused 45 victims, and tragically resulted in three fatalities. The latest fire occurred last Saturday, destroying seven shacks and injuring a 52-year-old man. Fire Brigade Chief Bainga Matengu attributes over 40% of these incidents to illegal electrical connections, with candlelight and kitchen […]

todayMay 22, 2024 28

South Africa

The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained

The Cape Winelands District Municipality says the Brandvlei and Bainskloof fires have been contained while the fire line at Matroosberg is not yet under control. Yesterday evening the Brandvlei fire was burning out of control and made its way to the grounds of the Brandvlei Prison. The municipality’s spokesperson, Anesca Roodt, says a small, corrugated storage structure was destroyed; however, there was no further loss of property.  

todayFebruary 6, 2024 18

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