Suspected land grab sparks concern near Imhoff’s Gift Kommetjie
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A possible land invasion, which looks similar to the 2018 Hermanus Land Invasions, has been reported on Kommetjie Road, near Imhoff’s Gift outside Cape Town.
Residents report seeing around 100 people entering a bushy area carrying saws and other equipment. Witnesses say the group appeared to be clearing vegetation and moving into the area.
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A response has been issued by Monique Duval from the office of Alderman Smith. She confirmed that the matter had been reported to Law Enforcement and that City teams had assisted both the landowner and the Sheriff.
According to Duval, Law Enforcement has limited legal powers when it comes to dealing with unlawful occupation on private property. She explained that the landowner must arrange private security to protect the land, open trespassing cases with the South African Police Service (SAPS), and request police assistance to prevent further trespassing.
City officials have been informed that a court order relating to the property was granted last week but has not yet been served.
The court order is expected to be served in the coming days. Once served, all structures that have already been erected on the property are expected to be removed.
A third party on a local policing forum also confirmed activity at the site, stating that people had been seen cutting down bushes in the area.
Changes proposed to land occupation laws
The incident comes as stakeholders consider changes to the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land Act, commonly known as the PIE Act.
In April 2026, Cabinet approved the Prevention of Illegal Eviction from and Unlawful Occupation of Land Amendment Bill for public comment.
Some of the proposed changes include:
- Making it a criminal offence to organise or encourage illegal land occupations.
- Allowing courts to confiscate assets or money gained from illegal land occupation activities.
- Speeding up eviction processes by requiring municipalities and provincial departments to become involved earlier in cases where alternative accommodation may be needed.
- Expanding the powers of municipalities so they can apply for urgent court orders to stop land invasions, even when they do not own the affected land.
- Introducing mediation in certain cases to help reduce lengthy legal disputes.
Members of the public have until mid June 2026 to submit comments on the proposed amendments. The revised bill is expected to return to Cabinet in July before being presented to Parliament.
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