@radio_islam: Al Jama-ah’s Shameema Salie Hails Bo-Kaap Election Result as a Victory for Heritage Al Jama-ah’s Cape Town mayoral candidate, Shameema Salie, has welcomed the party’s reported electoral success in Bo-Kaap, describing the result as a strong message from residents determined to protect their community’s heritage and resist gentrification. Speaking to Radio Islam, Salie, who traces her own family roots to Bo-Kaap, praised local candidate Safwan Loewsha for his community work and highlighted concerns over rising municipal rates, water and electricity costs, and the financial pressures facing long-standing residents. She pledged to continue advocating for the protection of Bo-Kaap’s historic identity and greater support for vulnerable households.