Savanna City Pocket News

The tight-knit community of Vaalhas recently been targeted by a deceitful individual named Ofentse Mofeli, who has been tarnishing the reputation of the traffic department. Operating under false pretenses, Mofeli scammed unsuspecting victims out of their hard-earned money by promising to update their car's license disk. In a shocking case, one resident was defrauded of R1500 in cash, highlighting the need for caution and community awareness to protect against such scams. The Scam: Ofentse Mofeli, operating within the realm of the traffic department, has been exploiting the trust placed in public institutions for personal gain. Many residents have fallen victim to his fraudulent scheme, believing that their vehicle's license disk could be updated conveniently and quickly. In exchange for a substantial fee, Mofeli promised to handle the paperwork and ensure that the necessary documentation was processed promptly. However, these promises turned out to be empty, as victims soon dis...

  Savanna City, a vibrant community in Gauteng, South Africa, has recently been rattled by a shocking incident of hijack and robbery. The unfortunate event took place at Ntate Moloi's shop, leaving residents of Savanna City Pocket 2 concerned about their safety. As one resident shared her harrowing experience on the community WhatsApp group, the incident serves as a stark reminder that safety remains a significant issue in the community, especially during the winter season. The Incident: According to the account shared on the community WhatsApp group, a group of individuals targeted Ntate Moloi's shop, unleashing a wave of fear and panic among the residents. The assailants, armed and brazen, robbed several people present at the scene, making off with their mobile phones and vehicles. The severity of the situation became evident as the victims' testimonies poured in, emphasizing the immediate need for increased safety measures within the community. Recovering Stolen Property...

  In his recent State of the Municipality Address held at Balmoral Gardens in De Deur, Alderman Peter Teixeira, the Executive Mayor of Midvaal Local Municipality, unveiled an exciting collaboration between the municipality and Heineken. Together, they are embarking on the establishment of a Skills Development Centre in Savanna City, with a special focus on empowering the youth. The primary objective of this center is to provide small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) with access to essential resources such as training, development programs, and state-of-the-art facilities. By doing so, it aims to foster the growth and establishment of new businesses, as well as offer valuable up-skilling and reskilling opportunities to both young individuals and job seekers. The project has already secured funding, with Heineken generously contributing R1.2 million towards the acquisition of containers. In addition, the municipality has allocated R400,000 to support the initiative. Currently, ...