One of Cape Town's most prominent aquatic scientists has been appointed to investigate the contested wetland area affected by controversial infilling of part of the Disa River estuary at Hout Bay, including delineating its boundaries.
The National Water Affairs Department says it is determined to protect water sources, especially wetlands, and has requested the developer of the Beach Club at Hout Bay to produce a wetland specialist's report within 14 days, among other documents.
The City of Cape Town has been training 75 drivers for its IRT (Integrated Rapid Transit) system ahead of tomorrow's mayoral committee meeting where a decision on its launch is expected to be made.