Archive: News
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May 25, 2021
No CommentsSAPS crime alert
SAPS have warned of a new modus operandi of criminals posing as fake Takelot delivery personnel, wearing appropriate gear and with branded packaging. On the surface, all appears in order, however, residents and businesses are urged to be super vigilant when checking identity of Takelot representatives. If there is more than one person on scene...
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May 25, 2021
No CommentsFire extinguished timeously
In the early hours of this morning, Campus Protection Services spotted smoke coming from the vicinity of Rhodes Avenue. On inspection, it was found that a derelict structure in the vicinity of Mostert’s Mill was the origin of the smoke. Fire services were alerted and Mowbray SAPS were also in attendance. It is suspected that...
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May 24, 2021
No CommentsGSCID Women participate in self defence programme
The GSCID recently arranged for their female Chrysalis interns to participate in a women’s self defence programme which commenced on Friday, 14 May. The aim of the programme is to empower the ladies, equipping them with self-defence techniques, enhancing their confidence and also teaching them what their rights are. Six women are currently on the...
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May 14, 2021
No CommentsThe critical urban management role of CIDs
A reminder of the critical urban management role of CIDs within a specific geographic area. CIDs are established by communities in order to supplement municipal services such as: • To improve safety in the public space • To promote and safeguard the interests of residents and businesses in the area. • To address social issues...
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May 07, 2021
No CommentsBlue Dot Taxis: Western Cape’s plan to improve public transport
The Western Cape government hopes to improve the taxi industry in the province and the safety of passengers through its “blue dot” taxi initiative. Around 1,300 taxis will take part in the nine-month pilot programme, which will enable passengers to anonymously rate the drivers. Performance standards include speeding, safe driving and following the rules of the...
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Oct 08, 2020
No CommentsRequest for proposal (RFP): Cleansing Services to the GSCID
Request for proposal (RFP) for the provision and maintenance of Cleansing Services to the Groote Schuur Community Improvement District (GSCID) Proposal must be submitted in duplicate to the GSCID offices in a sealed envelope marked “Proposal for Cleansing Services – GSCID” for the attention of Ms Barbara Breedt, within one week of the advertisement publication...
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Aug 04, 2020
No CommentsAppeal for support for pilot housing programme to be run by Khulisa Streetscapes in Observatory
Khulisa Streetscapes will be piloting a supportive housing model for people living on the streets. The OBSID has joined the project as a start-up funding partner, allowing for an expansion of current partnership with Streetscapes, who have been funded by OBSID and offering social development services and sheltered work opportunities to people living on the...
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Jun 04, 2020
No Comments7 Easy ways to get involved in Mowbray & Rosebank CAN activities
1. Become involved in linking people who need support with our CAN Relief Fund. We have volunteers who administer the database and who make calls to individuals and families to check in on them. 2. Join the Mask-making group 3. Join the Educational group – tasked with supporting families in Mowbray-Rosebank, our neighbouring areas and...
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May 25, 2020
No CommentsGSCID General Manager’s Report May 2020
For the past three months we have all been on lockdown and are following the strange new rules of this strange time in history. South Africa has ventured into a new level on 1 May 2020 – level 4, with new rules and new regulations. The Groote Schuur Community Improvement District has had to adapt with...
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May 15, 2020
No CommentsMowbray police station temporary closure
Important alert Mowbray police station will be closed for two days following a Covid-19scare. The station will be deep-cleaned on Friday and Saturday and willre-open on Sunday morning. In the meantime, all relevant queries should be directed to Rondebosch police e station. This follows a visit to the station this week by a colonel from...
