A fire has destroyed 15 shacks and left 50 people homeless near Philippi, the City of Cape Town said on Monday.
The fire stated at 6.40pm in the Siyanyazela informal settlement on Saturday night.
“Some 50 persons were left homeless as a result of the fire,” the city said.
Disaster response teams were on the scene on Sunday night and offered emergency accommodation. However, the victims preferred to stay and protect their belongings. They sought shelter with family and friends.
No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire was not known. – Sapa