mansoor-mohamed – The Mail & Guardian

/ 29 November 2007

Badih Chaaban and the ‘battle of Greenmarket Square’

Controversial Cape Town councillor Badih Chaaban is adamant he will not relinquish control over Greenmarket Square without a fight. According to recent reports, Chaaban has held a lease on Greenmarket Square for 15 years. The Cape Town council took a decision at the end of June to terminate Chaaban’s lease and regain control over the square.

By Jacques Keet

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/ 24 November 2007

Cape Minstrels get R1m centenary boost

The City of Cape Town’s mayoral committee supports a recommendation to donate R1-million to fund the cost of essential services during the centenary celebrations of the Cape Minstrels. Mayoral committee member Simon Grindrod said the ”Kaapse Klopse” are an important part of Cape Town’s rich history.

By Staff Reporter