Bellville library closes after cable theft
Own Correspondent|Published

Bellville library closes after cable theft

Cape Town alcohol seizures more than double in final week of December

Staff Reporter|Published

The City of Cape Town’s enforcement agencies confiscated more than 4 500 litres of alcohol during December, with more than half of that seized in the past week alone. ...

Simple ways to reduce food waste as the festive season winds down

Own Correspondent|Published

The festive season often means fuller tables, bigger celebrations, and, unfortunately, more food going to waste. But with a few simple changes at home, residents ...

High court rules in favour of minstrel troupes

Murray Swart|Published

In a significant victory for cultural heritage, the Cape Town Minstrel Carnival Association (CTMCA) has won its urgent court application against the City of Cape ...

Four fatal drownings recorded in Cape Town this December

Sibulele Kasa|Published

Four fatal drownings have been recorded in Cape Town during the festive season, with two incidents under police investigation and two linked to bathing-related activities, ...

Bring in the New Year with these Cape Town events

Own Correspondent|Published

Cape Town, like the rest of the world, is preparing to ring in the New Year, and the Mother City has a range of exciting events in store to help residents and visitors ...

Hiker dies after fall near Muizenberg as rescuers respond to multiple mountain incidents

Staff Reporter|Published

A hiker has died after suffering critical injuries in a fall near Bailey’s Kloof in Muizenberg on Sunday, December 28, despite the efforts of rescue and medical ...

34 killed in 27 crashes on Western Cape roads in one week

Staff Reporter|Published

A total of 34 people lost their lives in 27 road crashes across the Western Cape between December 22 and 28, with pedestrians accounting for nearly half of the fatalities, ...

Athlone court murder suspect among three arrested in alleged gang-related crimes

Sibulele Kasa|Published

One of three suspects arrested during a Western Cape Anti-Gang Unit operation targeting gang-related violence on the Cape Flats, Rameez Jacobs, 38, appeared in the ...

Future of work: 12 employment and remuneration trends to monitor in 2026

Ashley Lechman|Published

As 2026 approaches, organisations need to be proactive in understanding and responding to these critical trends. The future of work is undeniably linked to how well ...

Babalwa M addresses performance withdrawal controversy, denies alcohol demands

Anita Nkonki|Published

Babalwa M speaks out after withdrawing from Itsoseng Delicious event due to promoter conduct

Hiker airlifted to hospital after fall in Muizenberg

Murray Swart|Published

A hiker was airlifted to hospital with serious injuries following a dramatic fall on a mountain trail in Muizenberg, prompting urgent rescue efforts.

Department of Social Development investigates alarming videos of children drinking alcohol

Anita Nkonki|Published

Department of Social Development investigates alarming videos of children drinking alcohol

Woman stabbed, dog killed in armed robbery on Signal Hill

Staff Reporter|Published

A woman was stabbed and her dog killed during an armed robbery on Signal Hill on Friday afternoon, December 26.

Holiday joys can mask hidden struggles: SADAG highlights substance use risks

Anita Nkonki|Published

Navigating the holiday season: how to stay safe from substance use during festive celebrations

Two children hospitalised, three rescues carried out in NSRI Simons Town operations

Staff Reporter|Published

Two young children were transported to the hospital following a near-drowning incident at Millers Point, while three separate sea rescue operations were carried ...

Camps Bay High School musicians earn places in prestigious youth orchestra

Staff Reporter|Published

Four Grade 10 pupils from Camps Bay High School have been selected to join the prestigious Cape Philharmonic Youth Orchestra, showcasing their talent and dedication ...

Mdzananda Animal Clinic brings Christmas cheer to 332 pets in Khayelitsha

Staff Reporter|Published

The Mdzananda Animal Clinic and Shelter spread festive joy to pets across Khayelitsha on Tuesday, December 23, distributing 332 food gift packs to dogs and cats ...

Final tally: 171 babies born on Christmas Day in Western Cape

Own Correspondent|Published

Christmas Day brought new life to the Western Cape, with a total of 171 babies born at provincial public health facilities, according to the Department of Health ...

Multiple informal settlement fires leave scores homeless in Western Cape

Staff Reporter|Published

City's Disaster Risk Management officials and Gift of the Givers teams are responding to multiple scenes following informal settlement fires across the Western Cape, ...