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City of Cape Town faces legal challenges over construction contracts

IOL · 17 August 2026 at 20:00

City of Cape Town faces legal challenges over construction contracts

The Cape Town High Court has ordered the City of Cape Town to pay R11 million to Baseline Civil Contractors following a dispute over a construction contract, while also dismissing a separate application from World Focus Constructions regarding contract continuation.

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