The festive season in Cape Town is often associated with merriment and celebration, but this past December brought with it significant challenges for the city's Safety and Security Directorate.
According to the latest statistics released , incidents responded to by the Fire and Rescue Service showed a noticeable increase, while alcohol confiscations surged markedly compared to the previous year.
The Law Enforcement Liquor Pound reported receiving an astonishing 12,595 units of alcohol confiscated between 1 December 2025 and 1 January 2026, equating to more than 5,673 litres.
