25/10/2026
🎆 The City is warning residents against the illegal sale and use of fireworks ahead of Guy Fawkes and Diwali.
Fireworks complaints have increased sharply, with at least 13 reports of illegal sales and 49 reports of illegal discharges recorded during the first three weeks of October. Hotspot areas include Manenberg, Eastridge, Beacon Valley, Atlantis, Heideveld, Hanover Park, Belhar and Bonteheuwel.
There are no designated fireworks sites for Guy Fawkes, Diwali or New Year’s Eve. Public fireworks displays require the necessary permits, and illegal sales and use may result in fines.
Help protect people, pets and communities by reporting the illegal sale or use of fireworks to the City’s Public Emergency Communication Centre on 021 480 7700 from a cellphone, or through the Safety and Security feature on the City App.
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